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The Washington times., 1921-08-18
MUSIC CHARMS
NIGHT WORKING
POSTAL FORCE
Photograph Installed to Drive
Away Blue Devils Of
Wee Sma' Hours.

Music to improve the morale Of
workers whose duties take them into
the wee small hours has been tried
out In the Minneapolis Postoffice and
proved successful, f. A. Purdy. post
master at that place. yesterday in
formed Postmaster General Hays.
The idea was tried, Mr.. Purdy said.
after he had made psychological
study of conditions under which his
night force worked. He found men
working away from the noises of the
day as a rule showed a low morale,
inclined to be morose and worried at
being away from their families, which
resulted in an absence of enthusiasm
in their work.
AZ an experiment a photograph was
installed and records, which 1t was
thought would rest the nerves and en-
liven the spirits of the employees were
tried nightly with gratifying results.
Mr.. Purdy said, although he was care
full to explain that no Jazz" was play.
ed until the flag end of the night, as
he did not want the men juggling
and tossing about letters and parcels"
Everybody was more alert, he said,
and at quitting time went hove less
worried and with more efficient
nights work done. The Postmaster
General approved the idea and said
he would watch further experiments
with interest.
Mr.. Purdy. who was characterized
by Mr.. Hays as "a bird of a post
1000. although a Democrat" Is in
Washington to give the department
some of the ideas which has made
the Minneapolis office one Of the most
successful in the country. Mr.. Hays
said.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
WORK OF VENDETTA SEEN
IN MYSTERIOUS STAYING
BY international News Service.


BEAUMONT, Tex. Aug. 1s.--A
strange mystery involves Beaumont
and Carlisle. Ind. The body Of o. w.
Perry. Beaumont contractor. recently
was found in a swamp near Lake
Charles. La, with a bullet wound
in the neck.
A message was dispatched to his
uncle, James Latshaw, at Carlisle.
The message was returned, with the
Information that Lathsaw's body, with
a strong cord bound securely around
the neck, had been found in a
stream near Carlisle.
Absence of any available motive Of
suicide, officers declare, jrecludes
the possibility of a strange death
pact" Rumor connects the death of
both men with a secret order.
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JUDGE RULES IT'S CASE
or FELINEOUS ASSAULT

CHICAGO, Aug. 1s.-A cat is not a
deadly weapon. Judge Larry Jacobs
ruled In police court here when James
8. Jankowski. who styles himself a
cat salesman, charged Louis Echeles
with assault with a deadly weapon.
The estimony showed that Echeles
hit Jankowsh in the eye with the
animal.
IT don't think a cat Is a deadly
weapon" said the Judge, dismissing
the case, but you might take cut a
vibrant for felineous assault"
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
LOAD OF BEER SEIZED
CONSIGNED FROM CANADA

WINDSOR, Ontario. Aug. 1s.-The
ban on beer shipments from Canada
into the United States was exmplified
today by the seizure of a large load
Of the beverage by the license de-
partment here in compliance with an
order by w. d. Raney. attorney gen.
eral of Ontario, who said that oil
such shipments would hereafter be
seized.
The consignment was In transit
from the walkerville Brewing Com
pany to the Walkerville docks.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
GENERAL STAFF
ORGANIZATION
|SCOMP[ET
Weeks Says New Peace-Time
Arrangements Insures Instant
Readiness for War.

Secretary of War Weeks has
announced that the reorganization
OF the general staff which has been
in contemplation for some weeks has
been completed.
The object in effectins. the re-
organization was to provide the nu-
cleus Of a wartime organization. 90
that In case of war the armies
would be able TO take the field with
out disrupting the ordinary func-
lions Of the War Department.
This object, the Secretary said, has
been satisfactorily accomplished. On
it's present basis of organization,
Weeks believes, the War Department
general staff will be able to meet
any emergency for generations to
come.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
COLONIAL SUGAR BOWL
BRINGS $3.50 At AUCTION

YORK, Pa. Aug. ia tiny blue
sugar bowl offered at a public sale
today was knocked down for the sum
of $3.50.
This sugar bowl was the product
of the factory conducted by Baron
Wilhelm Stiegel. at Mannheim. Ian
caster county, in colonial days. D.
X. Bergman was the purchaser.
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"oNE-PIEcE" BATHERS ARE
SAFE At RIvERDALE

RIVERDALE. Nd, Aug. 18.-
Riverdale has q bathing beach where
the one-piece bathing suit IL not
barred. Even II It were barred It IL
doubtful II the edict could Be en-
forced, since the beach n located
outside Of the corporate limits.
The beach has been equipped with
diving boards. floats. etc, and daily
is enjoyed by men,. women and
children.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
HUSBAND KILLS BRIDE
DEMONSTRATING PISTOL

NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 1s.-Ru-
dolph Giaurso. had just bought an
automatic pistol for his bride. He
was showing her how to use 1t II a
burglar should enter their home.
Giaruso forgot to remove one bull
let. The weapon was discharged.
the shot crashing between his wife's
eyes, killing her. ,r
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
MT. vESUvlUS IS AGAIN
REPORTED IN ERUPTION

NAPLES. Aug. 1s.-Increased ac-
tivity has been shown for several
days by the volcano Vesuvius.
Enormous columns of smoke which
arise from the crater have a very
impressive appearance, especially
when seen at night by the light OF
the full moon.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
How to Rid the Arms
of Objectionable Hairs
aids to Beauty

A simplified method is here given
for the quick removal of hairy or
fuzzy growths and rarely, is more
than one treatment required: Mix a
stiff paste with some powdered della.
tone and water, apply to hairy sur
face and after or 3 minutes rub
off, wash the skin and every hair has
vanished. This simple treatment can
not cause injury, but care should be
exercised to get real delatone.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
NORFOLK COUPLE INJURED
WHEN AUTO HITS TREE

METUCHEN. N. j.. Aug ls.---Mr.
and Mrs. Morris ,Osetow. OF, Nor.
folk. Va. were injured today when
the automobile In which they were
riding crashed into tree on the
Lincoln highway in the outskirts of
Metuchen. After being treated for
cuts and bruises by local physi.
clan, they were able to proceed to
New York. Three other occupants
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
80 Years Old
WAS Sick
Now Feels Young After
Taking Eat0nic for
Sour Stomach

81 had sour stomach ever since I
had the grip audit bothered me badly.
Have taken Eatonic only q week and
am much better. Am 80 years DID,"
says Mrs. John Hill.
Eatonic quickly relieves sour stom-
sch, indigestion, heartburn, bloating
and distress after eating because u
takes up and carries out the excess
acidity and gases which cause most
stomach ailments. Ifyou have tried
everything" and still suffer, do not
give up hope. Bxtonic has brought
relief TO tens of thousands like you.
A big box costs but . tri6s with your
druggists guarantees.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
CABINET WANTS TO ENTER
ScRIBES' GOLF TOURNAMENT

President Harding, having sought
to enter the Washington Correspon-
dents Golf Tournament 'on; August
25. has given impetus to the entries
and half the Cabinet wants to be
ruled in. as well as a delegation from
the Senate.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
| Births, Deaths,
| Rarrta9es
| Phone Main $500 Until
| 2 P. M. Obituary Desk
ROBERT H. WATKINS.

Robert II. Watkins, sixty-four years
old, Of 201 East Capitol street, foi
many years correspondent for a mum
Der OF large Southern dailies. died
shortly after 6 o'clock last night, fol
lowing a complication of diseases.
Mr.. Watkins had the distinction of
being one Of the charter members Of
the National Press Club and at the
time Of his death was one Of the Oldest
members Of the House and Senate
Press galleries. He was q native Of
Pulaski. Tenn, and entered his pro-
fession as a member Of the sta6 of
the Nashville American in 1882, after
being graduated from the Virginia
Military Academy.
Mr.. Watkins Is survived By his
widow. Mrs. Mary Lindsay Watkins,
two daughters, Mrs. o. w. Goodlow,
and Miss Margaret Watkins. both OF
this city. The body will be sent to
Sheffield, Ala. today for interment.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
MAJOR HERMAN sCHREINER.

Funeral services for Major Herman
Schreniner. civil war veteran who
died yesterday at his Forest Glen,
Nd. home. will be held tomorrow
morning at 1890 o'clock. at his late
residence. Interment will be In Sol
diers' Home Cemetery.
Major Schreiner is survived by his
widow and brother. For several
years he saw service at San Antonio
Texas, aud Richmond, Va, following
the war. He enlisted in 1861.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18
BIRTHS.

NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. and Ianazia- boy.
YOUNG-James l.. and Edith L., boy.
sTANSBURY-Bertram II. and Grace c.
girl.
RUCKER-Francis J., and Mabel E. girl.
MILLIAMS-George r. and Pansye, boy.
FULLER-John l.. and Margaret girl
JASSCHKE-John II. and Katie r., boy.
REED-Linton NICK. and Beulah j., boy.
kING-Thomas o. and Ruth girl
BRENDLER-Charles and Gertrude girl.
ROTHWELL-Alberta and Florence, boy.
QUEEN-L. T. and Nellie, boy.
LEINENKUGEL-Jaco NJ. and Ethel NJ
boy.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. and Helen. boy.
HUGHES-Fred J. and Carrie, boy.
LUCAS-Rodney r. and JuanIta, girl
SIMMS-Granville and Nancy, boy.
TOLIVER-Patrick McH and Effie, boy.
GREEN-James A. and Mamie. boy.
BEASLEY--Ural and Jeanette NJ, boy
wASHINGTON-willi II. and Bertha
girl.
LATHAN--Jamss and Louise. twin boys
The Washington times., 1921-08-18

MARRIAGES,

LANGFoRp- McCosKEY-Joseph w, a.
and Jeanette A. 20. The Rev. p. c.
Gavan.
JARVIS GLASs-Edward H., rs, PIatts-
burGh, N. Y. and Sarah, 26. Cresco,
Iowa. The Rev. Jason N. Pierce
MITCHELL-Jsmes p, 81, Alexandria, Va,
and Irene, 10, Culpeper. Va. The Rev
". y. Albsugh.
Frances, 20. The Rev. Howard F. Downs
PEARCE- MILLER-George c., 20. and
KELLY-HAYDEN-He E., 20, and Bes-
sic NJ, rs. The Rev. William A Cahil
FOYLER -SPATES-Charles l., a. and
Elinabeth M, 10. The Rev. Charles e.
Fultz.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. e, 81, and
Mamie p, 1s. The Rev. Titus p. Davis
ON-NASELLA-walter P. 81,
and Lena L., %. The Rev. T. Browne
era WORD HEWETT-Lovel s., 81, and
Leila p, 81, both OF Takoms Park, Md.
The Rev. John III. Jeffries.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18

Of the automobile were slightly in
Ired.
The Washington times., 1921-08-18

TWO little foeks sketehed above present the typical early Autumn
silhouette the nearly straight with wasne inclined
Be low the left white Canton crepe is heavily
of its here and there the smartnss
fok will but entirely obeient the length OF its back panel
with all feathers and
PANEL 'front.'
assisted by black ostrich fringe.
QLACK crepe with touches Of lemon yellow make another
sashed sleeves ending in asse each
and its bodice ending several tasses side Various forms
sleeve will Paris frocks designed
for both evening and daytime -
The Washington times., 1921-08-18

ADvERTIsEMENT.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
Lichliter Friday Night.

Barton Lyceum ticket holders look
forward with pleasure to Friday
evening when the first lecture of the
season will be given by M. III. Lich-
liter.
McIlyar HI. Lichliter belongs to
that thoroughly modern school of
preachers that not only knows books,
but men and things. He isn't con-
tent to live in the cloister and the
study. He gets out into the high
ways and byways of commerce,
where men are mingling at their ev-
eryday work, and studies men in the
making. As a result, when he talks
he SAYS something. There Is more
than mere book learning behind the
man. There is a matter-of-fact con-
tact with the world that gives to the
things that he writes and says
strength and authority, and ordinary
men like Lichliter. He speaks plai4-
ly, be truth ever so unpleasant. He
hates sham and hypocrisy, and says
so. He is up-to-the-minute in his
thinking, convincing in his speaking,
courageous in his every attitude to-
ward public questions. AS aNlyceum
speaker he strikes twelve always.
DR.. Lichliter is unquestionably one
of the ablest lecturers on the plat
form. thoroughly informed and con-
vincingly eloquent.
He is man of impressive physi-
que, an excellent orator, speaking al
wavs with clearness, fire and mag
netism.
Single admission tickets may be
had at Pierce's.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
Barton Academy Notes

The girls of the 18th year and Miss
Annis went on snow-shOe hike last
Thursday night. At z o'clock they
went to the home of Miss Ida Witch
er and there Miss Kendrick joined
them. Supper was served and the
evening was spent in singing and
playing games.
At a recent meeting of the boys
the Athletic association was organiz-
ed with the following officers: Pres
ident, Roy Valley; vice president,
Rolla Wakeman; secretary-treasurer,
Stanley Holbrook. Dues of Is cents
a month were voted. This money
will be used for baseball in the
spring.
Ward Mudgett was elected man
ager of the skating rink. Plans for
winter sports were discussed.
The 18th year class will hold a
Christmas party Thursday evening
in Alumni hall.
The tenth year had charge of
chapel last Friday. 1t consisted of
piano solo by Miss Moulton; read
ing. letter from the postmaster gen.
eral stating his wishes for early
Christmas shopping, by Miss Goad;
debate, Resolved that early Christ
mas Shopping is a Distinct Benefit" !"
by the boys. The negative side was
the winner by very small margin.
All the grade rooms are full of
Christmas cheer with gaily trimmed
Christmas trees.
Some members of the fifth grade
have received pictures from a school
in Santa Barbara, Cal, to which they
have previously written letters.
School will close Friday, Decem-
ber 16. for two weeks vacation.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
Items of Interest in the Probate
Court

A copy purporting to be the notar-
ial will of Isabelle Robertson Good
hue, late of Rock Island to wit Der
by Line has been presented for al
lowance.
An instrument purporting to be the
last will and testament of John p.
Teller, late of Barton has been pre-
sented and date for hearing is set
for December 23rd.
The date for the hearing on the last
will and testament of Carrie j. Clap
per, late of Newport City, is Decem-
ber 22nd.
What purports to be the last will
and testament of Jacob H. Streeter
late of Westfeld, has been presented
for probate and December 10Th set
for hearing.
A hearing was had on what pur-
ported to be the last will and testa-
ment of Charles Ploof, late of New
port City, and same was allowed on
December 10th.
The Executor of the last will and
testament of Melissa X. Fletcher, late
of Derby, presented his final account
December 10th and same was allowed.
The last will and testament of Me-
issa w. Hyde, late Of Westmore, was
allowed at Barton December 9th and
George Myer and A. E. French were
appointed appraisers and commission
erS.
Judge w. M. Wright made his ac-
count as special administrator in the
estate of William Wood late of
Greensboro.
Final settlement has been made IN
the estate of Andrew j. Hall, late Of
Holland.
Final Settlement has been made IN
the estate of Amanda Matthews, late
of Morgan.
The last will and testament Of 7.
J. Shatney late of Glover was al
lowed and D. H. Clark and Alex VIII
der were appointed appraisers and
commissioners.
Cora Belle McRitchie has been ap-
pointed administrators Of the estate
of William B. Locke, late of Barton
and Charles F, Wright and Clyde An
derson as appraisers and commission
ers.
R. P. Skinner, administrator of the
estate of Almira E. Loverin has
made final account and decree has
been issued.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14

was presented with a beautiful oold
watch chain. Rev. A. j. Ward made
fitting remarks. At late hour tbe
friends departed wishing Mr.. Clouph
many more birthdays.
METHODIST CHURCH NOTES
Rev. A. j. Ward, pastor.
Morning service 1916 a. m.
Sunday school IL m.
Evening worship 7.30.
Rev. A. ]. Ward preached an IN
spring sermon to large and anrra
ciative audience Sunday morning
Mr.. Ward was in st. .Jobnsh,
Monday to attend the New En~ieay
rally of M. E. churches. 'ano
A community Christmas tree
cantata will be held. ana
William H. Stout, the noted loo.
er. who is to discuss "See;nr y!
Whole" here is considered & Lie
the big men of the Lyceum worId OF
DAY. IN his great theme, SSea;.no 10
Life Whole" Mr.. Stout has e~seing
ed wonderful inspirational fgerIect-
he is an excellent speaker. . eure.
tremendous force and conv;otan man OF
the platform, and at the s. lon on
makes his Doints effective @ne time
pea ing manner. Irasbury !; q most
tunate in having Mr.. StoSs. Is for
the third number in tIue tI here -
10 i9uise, 81 tba On the the evening of DecsscrnE sceT
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
Mrs. H. p. Cook.

Mrs. Horace p. Cook passed away
Thursday afternoon, December 8, af-
ter an illness of only few days..
Abbie Nav Colby was born in Low
ell, Mass, August %, 1847, the
daughter of John and Mary (Kellam)
Colby. Her early childhood was pass
ed in Lowell and Brookline, Mass,
the family coming to Barton to re-
side in 1856, and her life since then
has been passed in Barton.
Her marriage to Horace P. Cook
occurred June Is, 1870. Three chill
dren were born to them, George c.,
who resides at North Woodstock. N.
H.; Oscar j., whose death occurred
November %, $780, and Carrie M,
wife of Elmer E. Doe of Orleans.
Although Mrs. Cooks health has al
ways been frail, she possessed an un-
usual degree of perseverance and
courage and her devotion to her fam
lily and home was wonderful.
She never spared herself, but was
always thinking of others and no
sacrifice was too great to make for
those she loved. On account of fail
ing health, about three years ago.
she went to make her home with her
daughter, Mrs Elmer E. Doe. Mr..
Doe and his family have shown her
every kindness, making her life very
happy. Although her naalady was
incurable. by exercising care and
avoiding over-exertion, she was able
to enjoy a great deal and her hands
were always busy with the lighter
tasks which were within her strength,
and she found her greatest happiness
in doing what she could to help 9TH
ers.
Besides her husband and children,
she is survived by four sisters, Mrs.
Mary Hadlock of Troy, VT. Mrs. Car
rie F. Mason of Somerville, Mass,
Mrs. Elena Fowle, and Mrs. Grace
c. DeWolfe of Washington, D. c.,
this being the first break in a fam
lily of five sisters.
Services were held at the home
Monday afternoon, December IL, Rev.
w. A. Warner of Peacham, her for
mer pastor, officiated, assisted by
Rev. r. A. Hamilton of Orleans. In
terment was in the family lot in We'll
come o. Brown cemetery.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
Races at Glover.

The Glover Driving club held their
first racing of the season on Glover
speedway Saturday, with good
number of horses out. Owing to a
tie misunderstanding of keeping
the time, there will be no time of the
races given this week; but after this
the time will be given for each class,
and owner of horses. With a good
number of horses entered, there ought
to be some good racing. They will
hold their next meeting Saturday,
December II, at 2 o'clock p. m.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
Improvement Club Notes.

Recent arrivals on the booster list
are James Harmed, the clothier; G. /.
Lincoln. manager of Hotel Barton;
A. L. Wilcox, proprietor Barton Bak-
cry; John Gibson with w. w. Reir-
den and A. w. ST. Onge.
Members will please remember the
meeting set for Thursday evening at
which action on the "winter sports
proposition is expected. There IS al
so some other business. after which
refreshments and a general mix-up
will occur.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
BARTON

AOOlCIOudl DdTCOu lCoInS Will De
found on page three this week.
C. M Hagar is at home sick.
The Peerless Mfg. Co., report bust
ness very good.
Alfred ST. Onge and family have
been visiting in Troy.
C. H. Blood is reported better at
ter a few days. illness.
Mr.. Lowell of Boston, is putting a
new boiler in the Hood creamery.
DR.. w. F. Slayton of Morrisville
state health officer, was in town re-
Gently.
DR.. Martin of Montreal was in
town recently in council with DIR.
Hastings.
Mrs. Anthony Bona is visiting in
Lowell, Mass, Concord, N. H., and
other places.
George LaBar and family have re-
turned to their home in Delaware
Water Gap, Pa.
Judge Wv. Miles gave a dinner
party to six of his friends at Hotel
Barton Sunday. sr
C. E. Nightingale of New York is
in town doing business with VESSEL,
Nlckle q Gross.
Mrs. Nina Wilson, who works at
Hotel Barton, is having vacation
of a few. days.
Marie w. Browning goes to Brook
line, Mass. Saturday to spend the
holidays with her aunt.
Marjorie Gaskell of Burke and Mrs.
Clinton Howe of Newport are visit
ors at W. HI. ChappePs.'
E. ]. Rutter will be at O. H. Moss
mans Friday, 23rd. Call and have
your eyes examined. .rs adv
A. j. Bernstein of New York, man
ager of the Bradford Clothes Shops,
was in town last week.
General Foch went through Bar
ton this morning at 3.16, bound from
Sherbrooke to White River Junction.
The wea 5her for the past week has
been splendid winter weather. It is
both good sleighing and automobi1-
ing.
There will be a regular meeting of
Crystal Lake Grange Friday even
ing. Work in the third and fourth
degrees.
The army store, managed by B.
ACN NdIudL, las Occu ClOScO OH ACCOUNT I
of not complying with the state vend-
ing laws.
w. E. Hanson has recently sold to
Mrs. .Lenora Gertrude Greenwood of
Irasburg the farm known as the Nit
chell farm.
At the regular meeting of Orleans
Lodge No. 55, F. and A. M, Friday
evening, there will be work in the
F. G. degree.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Blair were in
st. Johnsbury last week to attend
the funeral of their sister-in-law,
Mrs. Brunnell.
w. II. Chappell is away on busi-
ness, visiting the principal cities of
New England in the interest of his
table business.
The annual reports of the Orleans
County Fair association are print.
ed, and will be mailed to the stock
holders this week.
The following letters are adver-
tised at the Barton postoffice: Mrs.
Corene Merchant, Mr.. Willie Brox,
Mr.. Albert BicHord.
Mrs. L. M. Hubbard has purchased
the Willoughby Lake House at West
more of the A. B. Dow real estate
agency in st, Johnsbury.
Miss Bertha Owen, who has been
in Boston for medical treatment, is
expected home soon and is reported
much improved in health.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
Congregational Church Notes.
Rev. J. j. Hutchinson. Pastor

Prayer service and Bible study on
Thursday evening at 7.30. ~.
Sunday, December 1S.
1870 Worship. Subject of SER
mon, "The Christmas Spirit"
1f.45 Bible school.
600 Christian Endeavor, "Con-
science"
700 Song service and short prac-
teal talk.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1921-12-14
Doings of the Local Legion Post.

Doings of the Local Legion Post.
The Barton Post of the American
Legion will hold a dance Monday
evening, January 2.
A. P. Underwood, insurance agent,
has loaned to the American Legion
one of his Office rooms for a meeting
place.
At the annual meeting Of the Bar
ton Post American Legion, held last
week, the following officers were
elected: Commander, Walter Buck
ley; vice commander, Ted Lee; adju-
tant, John Gibson; finance officer,
Ralph King; chaplain, Lee Cowles
historian, w. p. Barrows.
The Legion plans to maintain a
skating rink for the public on the
meadow Immediately at the rear of
Hotel Barton. It is expected to have
the place well cared for and chance
for other winter sports may be added.