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Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Irish and the Jews,

Edna Ferber has written a new Sc
sial for the American Magazine, and
one character says:
"'You can't take a people and perse-
cute them for thousands of years,
bounding them from place to place,
herding them in dark and filthy streets,
without leaving some sort Of brand on
them-a mark that differentiates.
Sometimes it doesn't show outwardly.
But it's there, inside. You know,
Fanny, how it's always been said that
no artist can become genius until
he has suffered. You've suffered, you
Jews, for centuries and centuries, until
you're all artists-quick to see drama
because you've lived 1t, emotional,
oversensitive, cringing or staggering,
high-strung, demonsffative, affection
ate, generous. I'll tell you, Fanny,
what I've always said: The Irish
would be the greatest people in the
world-if it weren't for the Jews"
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
WAR DOGS AND CATS NEEDED
bers for Experiments With
Gas Masks.

If you raised Fido to be hero send
him to the bureau of mines. And if
there is a tom cat about the premises
who shows signs of heroic qualities
send him along, too. The bureau of
mines is anxious to get canine and
feline heroes right now. They can be
devoted to a very useful purpose, one
that may be the means of saving the
lives Of hundreds of American soldiers.
The bureau Is using cats and dogs in
experiments with gas masks that will
be supplied to American soldiers at the
front. Hundreds Of animals can be
used and the bureau recently sent out
a call for more Of them. In each case
the animals are shipped at government
expense.
The Yale Medical School at New Ha-
ven also Is conducting experiments
with gas masks and can use almost any
number of dogs and cats.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
HaZen B. B1Odgett

Hazen B. Blodgett died at his home
at the head of the pond Friday at 6
p. M, of Bright's disease. The
funeral was held at the home Mon
day at 10 o'clock, Rev. F. A. Krack-
hardt officiating. The burial was at
South Canaan, his old home town,
with a short prayer service at the
chapel, The bearers were l.. A.
Cobb, H. B. Farmer, Alex Stott, j.
S. Sweeney. The Masonic burial
service was held at the home and at
the grave. The funeral sarrange-
ments were in charger of j. S.
Sweeney
Hazen B. Blodgett was born in
South Canaan and lived there for
many years. He spent several years
in lumber operations having charge
of crews, and working for the rail-
road. He came to Island Pond about
ten years ago and for a time worked
on the Hobson farm at East Brigh-
ton. Soon after he purchased the
large farm at the head of the pond.
Deceased was a public spirited,
enterprising citizen, a man of bright
intellect and good judgment. He
was interested in all public enter
prises and held the Office of select
man for several years. He was a
member of the Masonic order.
For the past year he had been in
failing health and last winter went to
the Royal Victoria hospital in Mon
treal for treatment. Abouta month
ago he returned to the hospital for
treatment, but medical skill could
not check the disease and he returned
home Thursday afternoon and passed
away at 6 p. M, of the same day.
He was So years, 9 months and II
days old, and leaves a wife and
adopted daughter, and one brother,
Harry Blodgett, of St. Johnsbury.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Efficiency Of Sammy,s Kit.

It may sound strange to American
ears, accustomed as they are to denun-
Citations of our national unreadiness,
says Leslie's Magazine, to hear that
the American soldiers equipment is
conceded by military authorities to be
the finest of any army in the world.
Thus it Is that Sammy will go to
France (or to Russia or Mesopotamia
or wherever the fates decree) carrying
on his person the most complete, most
adaptable, lightest, handiest and most
thoroughly efficient living, working
and fighting outfit of any soldier on
earth, not excepting either our enemies
or our allies. The personal equipment
of the American infantryman (and we
take the infantryman because he is
both the backbone of the army and the
bulk of it) represents American bust
ness efficiency and applied common
sense in its highest practical manifes-
tation. Each detail of every tiniest
article, even the most Insignificant
strap or lace, is the result of scientific
study and experiment. Some things
about our army may not be above
friendly criticism, but when it comes
to the design of the individual soldiers
outfit the United States army has no
peer. MAJ
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
TOWN LOCALS

Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Blake of Lyn-
donville, were guests of Mrs. Blake
mother, Mrs. Wilbur Elliott, and
Mr.. and Mrs. P. j. Bouneau over
Sunday.
Dearborn Morse has moved from
the Woodbury. tenement on Derby
street into the double tenement house
on Railroad street, known as the w.
R. Boulds house.
Mrs. Frank Hayden spent several
days last week in Lewiston, Me. Her
grandson, Manson Stetson, returned
with her and will remain several
weeks.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Paquette, Mrs.
James Latin and Miss Marie Stella
Ellie motored to Burlington October
18th, returning the following Sunday
evening. They reported a fine trir
and good weather.
Mary Roy visited her brother,
Henri Roy, in Sherbrooke, Que, the
first of the week.
Mrs. Charles Goulette, Mrs. Geo.
Roy, Miss Alice Roy and William
Murphy are visiting in Portland
Me-, this week. Mrs. Charles Gou.
lette will spend the winter with her
daughter, Mrs. Morrlsette.
Mrs. John Dickson and little
daughter Elaine, returned home
Wednesday from three week IS visit
with her parents in Milan, N. H.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02

Halloween pranks took on more
than fun and frolic when pure GUS
sedness prompted the jewellers to
fill the overpass with lumber wagons
and other articles so as to obstruct
passage; painted show windows and
performed other stunts wholly apart
from the sport this day is supposed
to bring. There is no sport in any
such disorderly work, and brings the
place into bad repute and character
ICES the perpetrators as hoodlums.
Gilbert Kettridge, night clerk at
the post Office, spent Sunday at his
home in Orleans.
Thursday was All Saints Day and
services were held at the Roman
Catholic church at $50 o'clock.
Thomas Sheridan of Berlin, N. H.,
is visiting Mr.. and Mrs. w. A. Glee-
son.
The Halloween social atT the
Methodist Church vestry was we'll
attended and the fun and frolic en-
joyed by all.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Motor-Drlven Baroes a Success.

A train Of barges driven by motor
traction recently reached the Regents
canal with loads of coal from the Mid
lands in England. These were the
first motor barges to navigate the Eng
lish canals for any distance, and the
beginning of development which the
board of trade is watching with In
terest. In their journey of 100 miles
from Cannock' Chase to st. Georges
wharf, Kings Gross, the motor barges
navigated seven different canals, and
managed all the locks with ease, leav-
ing the horses on the towpath painting
after them in vain. The motive power
Is small motor driven by a mixture
of paraffin and petrol. This is fixed to
the stern, and can be transferred from
one barge to another In few minutes.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
TOWN LOCALS

Mr.. and Mrs. w. H. Kane left
Thursday night for Boston and Dan
vers, Mass, on a visit to relatives.
They expect to be away a week or
ten days. Mr.. Kane will select his
stock of Christmas goods for the Red
Front Pharmacy. The drug store
will be in charge of Tommy Kane
during his absence.
The Knights of Columbus held a
social and dance in Woodmen's hall
Halloween night. Refreshments
were served and a pleasant time en-
joyed.
Mrs. R. A. Melcher died at the
home of her daughter, Mrs. Her.
bert Wallace at East Charleston
Wednesday. Funeral services will
be held today at the Methodist
Church at o'clock p. m.
The w. C. U. will meet next
Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Rob-
ert Lawton and a cordial invita-
ton is extended to any lady in
terested to attend. The Union with
the aid of the Young Peoples
Branch is planning Christmas pack
cts for our soldier boys and it is
hoped that large number of ladies
will attend this meeting in order to
perfect these plans. No refresh
ments will be served.
The Grange will hold meeting
Thursday evening, November 9Th.
A good attendance is desired,
A car of apples arrived Thursday
from Maine, consigned to Mrs. Josie
Crawford. These will be sold from
the car and parties in want of good
hand picked winter apples should ap-
ply to Mrs. Crawford.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Bell Boy wanted at the Stewart
House.
Civil War Veteran 80 Years Old
and Battling for Liberty
Bonds.

The following article appeared in the
Portland Express and Advertiser of Oct.
%, and tells the story of a Civil war
veteran who is still "chock full" of fight:
Don Carlos Foss, SO years old, Civil
War veteran, one Of the oldest and most
beloved citizens Of the town, and whose
sagacious advice has made him looked up
to as the real prophet of the vicinity is
the man to whom more than any other
Island Pond, Vt, gives credit for its
showing in the Second Liberty Loan
campaign.
A. ]. Parent, railway clerk living in
that town, and who with wife and eight
children, is barred as fighting man is
more than doing his bit by selling Liberty
bonds and he gives Mr.. Foss credit for
his Liberty Loan boom.
Mr.. Parent began his Liberty bond
campaign by seeking advice from Mr.
Foss as do all Island Pond young folks.
A crowd gathered round while they were
talking
Il am too old to go to war again
remarked Mr.. Foss Il only wish l could
shoulder a musket again, would gladly
go to the front if possible. wish all old
men could do this, and let the young men
needed, stay at home. But while I can
shoot yet, and he proudly held out his
arm to show there wasn't tremor, l
couldn't march. l am going to help the
Government all can, however, and buy
Liberty bond. hope all the young men
here will do the same"
The example of a man, who fought four
years under the Stars and Stripes and
who was one of the veterans that served
under Names beloved General Joshua. L.
Chamberlain at Round Top inspired
his hearers, and straightway nine more
men signed for $1,5OO worth of Liberty
bonds. Since Uncle Don gave his sage
advice the Liberty Loan campaign has
fourished in Island Pond.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Knitting Bags .
and Knitting Yarns
|. F. JONES, Dry Goods

Brooke Reeve is visiting in Coati-
cook, Que.
John White, baggage master at
the station, visited friends in Mon
treal last week.
Island Pond Lodge, No. "A. F. &
A. M, held special meeting Tues
day night with work in the second
degree. rer.
Saturday evening H. w. Hebert
driving his baker cart and D.. w.
Scribner in his auto collided at the
turn on the corner of Cross and
Mountain street. The auto struck
the horse breaking the right fore
leg. Neither drivers were injured
nor the bakers cart or auto damaged
to any great extent, but the horse
was so badly injured that it had to
be put out of its misery. This is a
blind corner and in the evening the
parties got confused and a general
mix up of right and wrong sides of
the highway resulted. The horse
was a valuable animal and the loss
to Mr., Hebert is quite heavy. There
are many conflicting reports as to
whether either or neither of the
drivers kept within his right on the
highway.
The item in last issue concerning
the leasing of the red shop of E. A.
Bemis on Railroad street for a
gymnasium gave an incorrect list of
names of those backing this move
ment. Those starting the club are,
Oscar Rivard, Johnnie Stevens,
William Derochers, Roscoe Renolds,
Otto Cushing, Sidney White, Felix
Goulette, Alphonse Bernier, George
Barnes, Raymond Lefebvre. These
young men have or ganized under
the name of The Goldenrod Club
with Oscar H. Rivard, president.
Any one wishing to become a mem
Der should apply to the president.
James Latin moved into the large
upstairs tenement of M. Blanchette,
and not into the one vacated by Mr..
st. Pierre as reported last week.
The latter tenement is occupied by
Mr.. Blanchette.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Bowler of
Montreal, former residents of this
town, are visitors at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. P. A. Bouneau. Mr.. Bow.
Ter is assistant superintendent of G.
P. R. at that point.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Fat Would Be In Fire.

Sir George Reid is big man, and
possesses what used to be called "a
corporation"
1t is necessary to bear this fact in
mind In order to appreciate the fol-
lowing story, which he tells in his
newly polished volume Of rem
lniscences.
1t concerns q speech he made at
a certain political meeting, and In the
course of which he expressed belief
that his public career was nearing its
close.
."Tn fact" he added, II feel that I
am approaching that bourne from
which no traveller returns
"Whereupon a man at the back Of
the hall at once Clipped in, and adj
dressing me without trace Of person
al hostility, exclaimed, BY Jove,
George, won't the fat be in the fire,
then"
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Have 1t Handy foriCrOup

Grandmothers and mothers who
have raised families of children have
learned from experience that it pays
to keep a bottle of Foley's Honey
and Tar in the house ready for
emergency. 1t gives prompt relief
from dreaded Group attacks, checks
coughs and colds, and relieves whoop-
ing cough. A safe medicine-No
opiates. John w. Thurston. Adv
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
BUMPER BEAN CROP ASSURED
Experts Agree That Final Figures
May Show 100000 Bushels, and
Lower Prices Are in Sight.

There is cheering reinsurance in the
news that this years crop of beans
will be much more than double the av
erage yield, says the indianapolis
News. AS a rule the country produces
100000 bushels a year. In 1916,
however, when the demand was great
er than ever before, the crop was only
100000 bushels. The shortage was
Immediately reflected in the soaring
prices, and the lowly bean, as a con-
sequence, came in a new prominence.
Scarcity served as nothing else to
bring about a realization of it's value
and an appreciation of the place it
occupies on the American menu.
This year, experts agree, the final
figures may show crop of 25,000,000
bushels. The consumer this winter
should find beans restored to their nor
NAL prices.
"Navy" beans they are called by
some, by others they are known as
army" beans. The New EngIander
calls them merely beans. The refer
ence to them, however, as navy" or
army" beans is not without signi-
ficance. Time was when the bean was
staple in the rations of both the navy
and the army. 1t appeared frequently,
morning, noon and night /; it was served
boiled and baked and in soup. The
Civil war, 1t has been said, was fought
on beans. The ration of the United
States soldier and sailor is more va.
ried today, but the bean is not lack.
ing. 1t is there as Of yore, better I'M
derstood and no Tess Strengthening
or palatable.
How many thousands Of bushels of
this years enormous bean crop the
army and navy Of this country and the
armies and navies Of our allies will
consume it would be difficult to say.
But the experts are Of the opinion that
the crop Is by no means greater than
the demands that will be made upon it.
Even so, there should be no shortage
and no exorbitant prices. Bean eaters
everywhere will appreciate Mr.. Hoov.
er's careful consideration of the prod
uct, to the end that prices approx.
mating the ante-bellum charges may
be restored.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Recruits for Aviation Corps

Montpelier, October 81; Major Genera!
George o. Squier has been authorized to
recruit for the Aviation Section of the
Signal Corp and has issued a call for 80,
600 volunteers. Electricians, sail makers
carpenters cabinet makers, automobile
repairmen, chauffers internal combustion
engine experts, machinists, plumber,
and motorcycle repairmen are especially
desired.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Complaint Almost Gone

"Foley's Honey and Tar is great"
writes L. W. Day, 65 Campbell Ave,
E., Detroit, Mich. 1T relieves bron-
chitis quickly. My complaint has
almost gone and hope never to
have it again" Time and the ex-
perience of thousands have proved
that there is no better medicine for
coughs, colds or Group. Get the
genuine. John w. Thurston Adv.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Our Army Of Civil War.

During the first year of the Civil war
the number of the regular army rose
to $4,000. Lincoln's first call for vol
unteers, April 10, 1861, was for $4,000
men for three months. At the begin
ming of 1862 the number of volunteers
in the field was about $4,000. During
the next three years 1t was about 9OO,-
600. At the close of the war the Union
army numbered 100000 men. The to-
tai number Of troops furnished was
2,S50,000 men.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Methodist Church Notices.

Sunday services for November 4.
Preaching service at II o'clock.
Subject, The Way of knowledge.
Sabbath school at 1915.
Evening service at 7 O'Clock.
Subject, The Isolation of Sin.
Mid-week services on Thursday
evening at 7:30 o'clock.
The public is cordially invited to
these services. F. A. Krackhardt,
pastor.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Cleaned Up for Nothing.

Georges voluntary scrubbings were
few indeed. In fact, he seldom washed
his hands before meal unless ordered
to do so. When Uncle Matt was ex-
pected for a visit George was made to
wash himself vigorously and comb his
hair neatly. But Uncle Matt did not
come and that night, walking up TO his
father, he said emphatically: "And all
my cleaning up for nothing Z"
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
TOWN LOCALS

Principal Saunders returned Sat-
urday night from st. Adams where,
with the teachers in the Village
schools, he attended the State teach
ers convention.
Nurse Duhamel of the Grey Nuns
hospital at Sherbrooke, Que, who
has spent several days as the guest
of Mrs. Fred Paquette, has returned
to her work.
The drug store of J. w. Thurston
will be opened Sundays from 9 to
1915 a. M, and l to 2:30 p. m.
The Halloween frolic at the High
school building Saturday evening.
given by the class of '18, was we'll
attended. The "frolic" passed off
finely except for the electric lights
going out of commission when near
its close. However, that part of the
program interrupted by the loss of
the lights will be added to some fu-
ture school entertainment.
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Quinn are
visiting in Portland this week.
Miss Henrietta Carpenter of Nor
tonis visiting friends in town.. !.
Eddie Blodgett of Berlin, N. H.,
was in town Monday to attend the
funeral of his uncle, Hazen Blodgett.
Mrs. Thomas Mason of Richmond,
Que, is visiting friends in town.
Charles Withrow, Grand Trunk
train dispatcher, at Richmond, Que,
is visiting at his home on Middle
street. ..@
Don Albee is working for the
Grand Trunk railway.
M. Blanchette is working in the
Grand Trunk freight depot.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Petrie and
daughters, Elsie, Florence and Helen,
motored to Lyndonville Saturday to
to visit their son, Harold Petrie and
wife. They returned sSunday ac-
companied by their son Bernard who
is attending the state agricultural
school.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. J. Payer motored
to St. Johnsbury Saturday.
Mrs. F. E. Minard, Miss Gertrude
Norton and Miss Henrietta Carpen-
ter motored to St. Johnsbury Satur-
day.
Leon J. Charland of Littleton, N i.
H., arrived in town Saturday.. g..
Mrs. L. C. Carr and Mrs. Robert
Hodsden motored to Newport Sat-
urday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ray Chesney of
Montreal attended the funeral of
Hazen Blodgett Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. T. C. Carr motored
to Morrisville Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. John W. Thurston
have returned from their visit in
Portland. Me. t
Mr.. and Mrs. A. G. Fish of Dan
vers, Mass, visited at the home of
Mr.. and Mrs. J. A. Mcdonald Satur-
day and Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. John w. Thurston
went to Portland instead of Florida
as reported last week.
Mrs. John Farmer has returned
home after spending two weeks with
relatives in Boston.
J. C. Farmer was business visi-
tor in Berlin, N. H., one day last
week.
Gerald Petrie of Berlin, N. H.,
visited his parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles Petrie, Monday night.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Christ Church Notes.

Saturday Choir Practice at 7:3O
p. m.
Sunday Chora! Eucharist and Ser
mon at11. o'clock.
Sunday School, at 1915.
Evensong and sermon at 700.
All COMMITMENTS and friends of
the church are urged to make a
special effort to be present at the
Sacrament of the Holy Communion.
Choristers please note: Your pres
ence at rehearsal on Saturday is
earnestly requested to practice
special music for the Choral Euchar-
list. More choristers required. Please
see the rector.
Rev. H. M. Simpson, Rector.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
FOR SALE,

One bay horse 8 years old, weight
about $50 lbs, good worker and
driver; one two years old registered
Jersey 5ull;.few four weeks old pigs;
100 bushels potatoess
1917 B. ]. Williams, Morgan, Vt.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02

For Sale: Household goods con-
sisting of 3 chamber sets and chairs,
diningroom table and chairs, kitchen
table, l chiffonier, l couch, l large
mirror, dishes, cooking utensils, fruit
jars, churn, stands, couch cover,
etc. Mrs. Josie Crawford.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Inactive Kidneys
Cause Disease
shall not soon forget the benefits derived
from the use Of Foley Kidney Pills. Al A.
Godfrey, Forest Grove. Oregon.

Too much work and too little work
seem to have about the same effect
on persons. past middle age. Proper
action of the kidneys is necessary to
good health. They act as a filter
and remove from the blood poisonous
waste matter which If permitted to
remain in the system leads to MANY
complications.
Many nervous, tired, rundown men
and women suffer from pains in the
Dack and sides, dizzy spells, bladder
weakness, sore muscles and stiff
joints and fail to realize til at rheuma-
tism, diabetes or even Brights dis
sase may result
If you have cause to believe that
your kidneys are weak, disordered or
Inactive you should act Immediately.
Foley Kidney Pills have been used
by young, middle aged and old with
complete satisfaction. They act quick.
" and surely and have given relief
In cases of ten years standing.
j. w. THURSTON, Druggist
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Gard of Thanks.

Iwish to take this opportunity to
thank the Masons, the singers, those
who gave flowers and all who by
words. of sympathy and deeds of
kindness have helped me during my
great sorrow.
Mary L. Blodgett.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Congregational Church.
Sunday, November

OUHSTVSdIIOHdI CHUFCH.
Sunday, November
Morning service at 10:45.
Sunday school at IL o'clock.
Evening service at 7 o'clock.
Weekday Services
Junior Christian Endeavor, Tues
day at A pm.
Y. P. S. c. E., Tuesday evening at
7:15.
Prayer meeting at 1880 Thursday
evening.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
DIR. E. N. TRENHOLME
Surgeon Dentist:

Office at residence. North Street.
The E. J. Bagley Place. Phone $50
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02
Wanted, Lost, For Sale, Etc

Advertisements under this heading S cents per
line for LIST insertion and lie line for each
subsequent insertions. Count words to line
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02

Pigs For Sale: A choice litter
of pigs for sale. B. J. Mckinney.
15-17
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1917-11-02

Have you Farm or Property that
you will pay 2 percent after sale is
made? If so, write Grassy Farm
Agency, PIP Lewis St., Lynn, Mass.
6-15