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The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02

it is from these trenches that I write you these few words. l am half-froz- en and at the same time 150 metres away from the enemy As soon as I lift my head the German sentinel shoots at me. Oh, my dear friends, those who are away from the fire have no idea of the war! What I can say is that I will soon join my two friends, B. and R. (who are both dead). I will certainly not return from the battlefield. I am destined to die here, but 1 am ready to make the sacrifice.
 "The enemy in front of us are very we'll entrenched, and it is hard for us to make them evacuate their post. They are in cemented trenches, the length of several kilometers. They have great number of machine guns; they even have some installed in the church tower.
 "In a little French village not far from here, the pastor and the mayor were executed, accused of being spies. If you were with me you could see the dead and wounded all around, and the fields look like grave yards. Day be- fore yesterday we made an attack on the enemy. 1 don't know how l es- capped death. Four hundred and sev- enty of my comrades are out of the combat. What piles of dead and wounded, and to think that We could not even help the wounded on account of the enemy's lines! Lots of wound ed died on account of lack of assist ance. We could hear their groans and murmurs the whole night long and even now there are some lying on the battlefield, but we dare not ap- proach them.
 'Food arrives here easily and we have enough to eat. We are not fight ing a small enemy. They are very powerful. Yesterday we buried with honors a missionary sergeant, who fell on the day of the attack.
 What pleased me most was to have a line from every member of your family, which proves that you all think of me. In return 1 will not forget you, and will write you often You need not put any stamps on your letters. They day your letter will be returned to you with the words, Dis appeared written on the envelope, that day will be dead; 'tis the word that is put on the correspondence of the dead.
 While I am writing a shell has killed one of my comrades, just at my side. In closing let me ask you to pray for me. One thing that strikes me is that nearly all who professed to be unbelievers become real believers when they face death.
 With love to all.
 Yours friend,
 "C B."
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
CHOIR 10 GIVE
 SACRED CONCERT

A sacred concert will be given by the choir of the Conway Methodist church at the Presbyterian church building tomorrow evening, the public being cordially invited to attend. A free-will offering for the pipe organ fund will be made. The following program will be rendered.:
 Hymn Congregation Standing).
 Anthem-"I Bring You Good rid ings."
 Prayer
 Anthem - Beyond the Starry Skies"
 Offertory.
 Solo-"The Spacious Firmament," " V. G. Craig.
 Hymn.
 Duet-"Abide with Me- Mir. Lev erett and Miss Craig. Anthem-"What Mean Those Holy Voices"
 Talk by the Pastor.
 Anthem-"And There were Shep- herds
 Hymn Congregation Standing).
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
: DAYS DEVELOPMENTS /: : IN EUROPEAN WAR

The outstanding feature of the war news is the sinking by mine or a torpedo in the English Channel of the battleship Formidable, with prob able loss of 600 lives The British Admiralty says it is not known whether the disaster was due to mine or to a German submarine.
 There is a scarcity of news con- corning the fighting on land. In the entrenched line in Flanders and France artillery duels and infantry attacks continue, but without decisive result.
 In Poland the Germans are trying to get through to Warsaw and the Russians are disputing vigorously their every move North of the Wis tula and along the East Prussian frontier fog flinders operations.
 In Galicia and the Carpathians the Russians and Austrians are battling hard for supremacy Vienna says conditions in the Carpathians are un- changed, but that in Galicia the Rus sian attacks have been repulsed with heavy casualties, and a loss of 2,OOO prisoners and six machine guns.
 Four Austrian monitors bombarded Belgrade, Servia, Thursday, but with slight damage
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
NOTICE.

We have removed our plant in the building formerly occupied by Piercey X Son, on North Front street, and now have one of the neast and most modern up-to-date little plants in the state, and invite your inspection of same. We have secured Mr. Mays, who comes to us with a good record as thorough and up-to-date laundry man. We will be ready for business next week and We hope when the wagon calls you will favor us with your bundle. As you make your mon- ey in Conway, spend it in Conway.
 Thanking you in advance.
 (dlD Conway Sanitary Laundry
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
GRAPHICALLY WRITES
 0F HONORS OF WAR
TRANSLATION OF A FRENCH BOYS LETTER TO HIS
 HOME PAPER

From relatives in Switzerland the family of J. J. Hiegel of this city are receiving many interesting letters and papers which give them a personal insight into the horrors of the great European war. MT. Hiegel has kind ly translated for the Log Cabin Dem. ocrat the following copy of a letter written by young French soldier tc friend and published in the Nou. velliste Valaisan of St. Maurice Switzerland:
 "My Dear Friend-Your letter re ceived today. It came in a few days contrary to others which took 20 days l can send you only poor scribbling since for the last six days and si, nights 1 am lying in the trenches, anC
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
MISS RANDALL INJURED.

While preparing to go for a ride yesterday afternoon, Miss Leatfa Randall of the State Normal faculty received painful though not serious injuries. She was attempting to put bride on the horse, which belongs to Dr. w. s. Hammer, when the anima reared his head suddenly, throwing Miss Randall to the ground. She was rendered partially unconscious by the fall, but is reported to be improving rapidly today.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
THE GRAND.

Politics and the Press,' a Vita graph drama, heads the offering to- night at the Grand. The power of the press is strikingly shown in the portrayal of this story. Through the columns of his paper, young editor finds a ring of crooked politicians They attack and coerce; their threats are of no avail. He doesn't frighten worth a cent. Finally they resort to violence, but they are arrested, con- victed and suffer the full penalty of their crimes. The editor is inspired by sense of justice and desire to prove himself worthy of woman's love which enters very largely into | the theme of the story.
 "Broncho Billy, the Vagabond,' Els sanay drama, and Heart-Selig News Pictorial, topical, will conclude the | bill.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02

CORE. GA.-p- 4. Morgan had occasion re- gently to use liver medicine and says of Foey's Cathartic Tablets: They thoroughly
 leaned my system and felt like new man light and free. They the best medicin have ever taken for constipation. They keep the stomach sweet, liver aceeVe bowels regular" Sold by Greeson Drug Go.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
FIRST MARRIAGE LICENSE.

A negro couple of Bigelow had the distinction of securing the first mar riage license issued by County Clerk U. A. Lea in 1915. James Miles, 21 and Allie Brown, 19, of Bigelow were granted license this morning.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
WHY THEY RECOMMEND FOLEY's HON.
 FEY AND TAR

r. A, Efrd, Conejo. Calif.-Because "it pro- duces the best results. always cures severe coids' sore chest and lungs and does not con tain opiates or harmful drugs" pr. Jobn w
 iayior' Luthersville. Ga.-Because "I believe It IS an honest medicine and it satisfies my patrons w. L. Cook. Neihart Mont.-Be. cause it gives best results for coughs and colds of anything l sell" Every user is z friend. Sold Vy Greeson Drug Company.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
CHECKS GROUP INSTANTLY.

You know croup is dangerous. And you ought to know too, the sense of security that omes from having Foley's Honey and Tar Compound in the house. It cuts the thick mu- us and clears away the phlegm, stops the strangling cough and gives easy breathing and quiet sleep. Every friend Sold by Greeson Drug Company
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
THIS-AND FIVE CENTS.

DON'T MISS THIS. Cut out this slip, en- close five cents to Foley Co.,, Chicago H.. a,;u rece;ve in return a trial package con taining Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs. colds and croup. Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets. For sale m vonr town bv Greeson Drug Company.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
BATE OF OHIO. CITY OF TOLEDO.

BATE OF OHIO CITY OF TOLEDO.
 . LUCAS COUNTY. s.
 FRANK J. CHENEY makes oath that he Is senid partner of the firm Of F. J. CHENEY X Co.,, 1oIe business in the City Of Toledo. County and Stag aforesaid. and that said firm wnl pay the sum | ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and every case Of CArARRH that cannot be cured by the use q HALLS CATARRH CURE.
 FRANK J. CHENEY. sworn to before me and subscribed in my presence thls 9th day Of December. A. D.. 1886. --, A. w. GLEASON, 1 SEAL NOTARY PUBLIC. t--,- Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces oi the system. Send for testimonials, free. F. J. CHENEY & CO.. Toledo. O Sold by all Druggists. Toe Take Halls Family Pllf Tor COD SttDation.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
BEST FOR KlDNEYs-SAYs DOCTOR.

Dr. J. T. R. Neal, Greenville. South Caro- ina. says that in his thirty years of experi- ence he has found no preparation for the kidneys equal to Foley Kidney Pills. In 50c and $l.00 sizes. Best you buy for back ache, rheumatism, kidney and bladder ail- ments. For sale by Greeson Drug Company.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
PAINS IN BACK AND HIPS.

Are an indication of kidney trouble-a warn- ing to build up the weakened kidneys, make them vigorous, rid your blood of acids and poisons. Go to your druggist for Foley Kid- ney Pills. In soc and sl.00 sizes Sold in your town by Greeson Drug Company.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
WEATHER FORECAST.

Tonigt, increasing cloudiness, warmer; Sunday, unsettled weather.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
$17.5O

We have other musical instruments at an equal eduction-Violins, Gui- tars, Accordeons and two high-grade pianos-that we will sacrifice. We must get out by January 2.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-01-02
A Genuine Edison Monograph
 At Less than Half Price

This instrument plays any kind of cylinder record made It is also equipped with an EDISON RECORD FER so that you can make records of your own or your children's voices. This is very simple and inexpensive accomplishment and you can keep the record for century if you wish.
 This machine sells at $35.00; our closing out price is
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05

the state and had rendered their ser
vices.
The regiment was mustered into
service Monday, June 20, 1861, and
four days later started for the front
with Mr.. Prouty as fourth sergeant
of his company. He went through
the early battles of the war in which
his regiment was engaged, serving
with distinction, and in ecember, 1868
was commissioned second lieutenant
and transferred to Company Fl. Not
long after that he was first lieutenant
of the same company.
In December, 1868, with nearly 200
others OF the regiment he re-enlis 20
and served in all owe. four years, all
OF the time at the front with the ex.
ception of four months spent in ;hf
hospital as the result OF gunshct
wounds in both thighs, received at tie
battle of Salem Heights May 4, 1865.
In the fall OF 1864, in front of Pet
ersburg, he was promoted to the cap
taincy of Company and was finally
mustered out of the service at Bur-
lington July 2S. 1865.
Capt. Prouty returned to Brattle.
boro and lived here until 1886. when
he moved to Kimball, Neb., where he
has lived continuously Sine He is a
democrat
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05
MORE STRENGTH
/ FOR OLD PEOPLE
Mrs. Enthusiastically 0ne
Years 0Id-USes No 9th
er Tonic but Vinol and Rec
OmmendS 1t to Friends.

Greenville, &C. -"It is with pleasure
tell others of the great benefit have
derived from vinol, for the past several
years. l am 81 years old and find vi
mol gives me strength. healthy appe-
tite and overcomes nervous disorders.
Vinol is the only tonic reconstructor
have used for several years. / have
recommended it to a great many of my
friends and it has always proved satis-
factory. - Mrs. M. A. HUTCHINSON,
Greenville, S. G.
Such cases as the above are constantly
coming to our attention. If people in
this vicinity only realized how Vincl in
Eigorates old people we would not be
able to supply the demand.
1t is the tissue building, curative ele-
ments of the Gods livers, aided by the
blood making strengthening properties
of tonic iron contained in vinoI, that
makes it so successful in building up
strength for old people, delicate chill
dren and for all rundown conditions.
Vinol is also most successful remedy
for chronic coughs, colds and bronchitis.
1T it fails to benefit any one who tries
it we return your money.
For sale by W. l.. Gokay
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05
FOUGHT IN 81 BATTLES
Veteran of Second Vermont Regi
ment Now in Nebraska.

An old Brattleboro resident who
was engaged in 81 battles of the Civil
war from Bull Run to Appomattox,
but who since 1886 has been resi-
dent of Nebraska, where for seven
terms he served as county judge, IS
Henry Harrison Prouty, at present a
resident of Kimball, Neb. In the ear
Nv DAYS after the war he was EN-
ployed as a pressman and compositor
on The Vermont Phoenix
Mr.. Prouty was born in Brattleboro
December %, 1912, " years ago today
a son of Stephen Francis and Hannah
tWard) Prouty. who were old resi-
dents of the village He attended the
schools of Brattleboro, finishing his
course in the high school, under Pro
lessor Dodge
He first LEANED the trade of wheel
wright at the Asa Miller carriage fac
tory and continued with that firm un-
til its reorganization, when he enter
ed the employ of the Phoenix.
He was one of the first in town to
respond to the call to arms, enlisting
as a member of the first company or
ganized in Brattleboro for the war,
which was mustered into service as
Company c. 2cd Vermont volunteers,
This regiment was really picked reg
iment, as the 10 companies that COM
posed it were selected from 60 That
had been recruited in various par's Of
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05

the Formidable might have been able
to make p0t.
The absence of steam also made the
work OF getting the boats out very lab
orious. The vessel was soon tilted at
an angle that made it difficult for the
men to retain their foothold. Orders
were given to make RATS, and soon
the men were tearing up the decks
and bringing all available furniture
from below for this purpose. The
ships carpenters inprovised RATS by
the dozen
While the second cutter was being
launched another explosion occurred.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05

magazine by only ten feet but it en-
tered the dynamo-room and put all
electric lighting and the wireless out
of action The captain of the battle
ship, according to survivors was ON
deck all the time until the vessel
sank. When the order was given for
all hands to come on deck, the men
swarmed up, saluting the officers as
they passed them. Many were almost
without clothes. Two minutes after
the first alarm was given the engine
room was flooded and the supply of
steam was stopped. This was the
worst blow Of all because with steam
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05

This ctriously enough served to
engthen the walrship's life She had
tilted to terrifying angle and it
seemed as though she might capsize
at any moment, but the rush CT water
into the port side had the effect of
balancing her better, though she lay
lower in the water A large percent.
age Of those saved wore patent inhat-
able waistcoats which are described
as more effective than lifebelts. The
Formidable's end was hurried by the
fact that she was struck three times
by terrific seas within the space of
minute,
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05
BENNINGTON BRIEFS
News OF the Town and Village Told
Briefly for Busy Readers

Street Commissioner e. S. Buss
has returned from visit in Mont
real.
Miss Nellie Seaman Of Adams
street has returned from visit wish
relatives in Pittsfeld.
A regular meeting of Catamouni
Commandery, U. o. G. c., will be
held this evening.
Miss Cordiela LaFranchise, who
has been visiting at her home here,
has returned to Ballston, Spa 20,
Lost--A dark grey and white Ango-
ia cat Finder will receive reward il
returned to 2O4 Depot street Adv.
Miss Anna Powers. who has been a
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Moore of
Adams street, returned to Cambridge.
D. Il. c. Laub of New York, who
had charge of the erection of the
postofiice building, is passing few
days in town.
Ray LaITranchise of the U. S. army,
stationed at Fort Andrews. Boston, is
visiting his parents, Ny. and Mrs.
Frank LaFrnchise of Scott street.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Adams who
have been spending part of theil
honeymoon with his mothe Mrs.
John Ilddington. have returned to
New Berlin, n. Y
The installation of officers of the
Sons of Veterans will be held i'll G. A.
r. Hall, Wednesday evening at eight
o'clock Veterans of the Civil war
and Sons of Veterans whether memb-
ers or not, are cordially invited to at
tend. Refreshments will be served.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05
This is a Bad Month.

The indoor life of winter, with lack
of outdoor exercise, puts heavy load
on the kidneys Nearly everybody
suffers from rheumatism. backache,
pain in sides and back, kidney and
bladder ailments. A backache may
not mean anything serious, but it GER
tainly does not mean anything good.
It's better to be on the safe side and
take Foley Kidney Pills TO strength
en- and inyigorate the kidneys and
help them do their work They help
rid the blood of acids and poisons
Sold by Harold w. Cole
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05
THE END OF THE FORMIDABLE
Survivors Tell of Their Experiences
After the Explosion

London, Jan. 5-Suryiving members
of the crew of the battleship Formid-
able, sunk in the English channel by
a German mine or submarine early
New Years day, give graphic ac-
counts of the catastrophe. They re-
late that when the explosion came, at
2.3O in the morning, 500 men were as
leep. Their hammocks and hunks
were ierked several inches upward by
the shock The explosion missed the
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of the stock
holders of the First National Bank of
Bennington, Vermont, will be held at
its banking rooms on Tuesday the
18th day of January 1915 at 10 o'clock
in the forenoon, for the election of
directors for the ensuing year, and
Tor the transaction of such other
business as may properly come be-
fore the meeting.
l.. A. Graves, Cashier.
Remington, VT, Dec. 10, 1914.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05
NOTICE
Bennington County Savings Bank

Bennington County Savings Bank
The annual meeting of the corpora
tors OF the Bennington County Saw.
ings Bank win be held at the office
of said bank in it's bank building in
Bennington, VT, on the first Wednes-
day, 9th day Of January, A. ID. 1915 al
2 o'clock p. M, for the purpose Of
electing board of trustees for the
year ensuing and the transaction Of
any other business found necessary
when met, especially to fill vacancies
in the number Of corporators and to
alter and revise the by laws.
Charles H. Dewey, Secretary.
Nov. 80, 1914.
Dated at Bennington, VT.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1915-01-05
NOTICE i!

The annual meeting OF the Stock
holders of the Bennington County Ma
tional Bank of Bennington, Vermont,
will be held in their banking rooms
on Tuesday, the fifth day of January,
1915, at 10 o'clock a. m. for the pur-
pose of electing Board of Directors
for the ensuing year and to transact
such other business as may properly
come before it.
H. Harry Sharpe, Cashier
Dec. 5, 1914.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1915-06-05
BEAUTY MORE THAN SKIN DEEP.
A Good Complexion Must Come from
Within.

The natural desire Of every ambitious
woman Is 10 have clear skin and a
beautiful complexion.
/ Not every woman can be a Diana or
Juno. but the beauty Of freshness and
the bloom Of q clear skin are within the
reach Of every woman who will make
the effort
u il all matter Of intelligent trying.
II the bowels are inactive, IL the liver
is not working properly, II the poisonous
waste and refuse are not expelled
promptly from the system, compilation IL
sure TO show the elect.
The only right wav 60 remove pimples,
moth spots and blotches and clear up q
cloudy complexion, IL 10 20 right 20 the
root Of the trouble with the proper rem
edy.
The one remedy that viii cure consti-
patton. improve the compilation. tone up
the liver and insure q dear. velvetv skin
is sEAVER's LAXATIVE TONIC TAB
LET'S.
Yon should have confidence. for the
druggist wil pay you back your money
If the tahlets % not benefit you as
claimed
Ak the Red Cross Pharmacy. Barre.
~ Prank Roark Esst Barre. ~ s. G.
Noodry a Co.. Caisot.-Adst
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1915-06-05
A Lusitania Mystery.

What were the instructions sent BY
wireless by the admiralty in London tc
the captain Of the Lusitsnia and received
by him as he neared the Irish coast
Writing from London under date of May
II, George w. Smalley, veteran CORE.
spondent. whose letters Andrew ID. White
places among the best produced during
his lifetime by any journalist, says; 81
csbled yesterday that the admiralty is
sued instructions which. If obeyed, would
have saved the Lusitania." The de.
spatch probably did not get by the cen.
sor. On the day the cablegram was filed
the first lord Of the admiralty in the
House OF Commons said; "We sent warn
ings to the Lusitania and directions as
TO her course" More than that he would
not say, except that in no circumstances
will il be possible 10 make public the
naval dispositions for pstrolling the APP.
prosches TO our coast" AZ the inauest
the Lusitania's captain was asked IL he
carried out the special instructions he
received from the admiralty. He replied,
ayes. to the best OF my ability" He re.
ferred the inquistors 10 the admiralty
for the instructions themselves. Now
Mr.. Smalley writes that he has come
into possession Of the admiralty's in
ttructions and that. although he cannot
make them public, still in his Judgment,
they completely relieve the admiralty
from al blame in connection with the
Iusitsnia." What were those instrue.
tons boston Herald.