The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, January 18, 1889 Windham 7/12/1889 Wm. FARR's condition is so much improved that he is able to be up and dressed; but strong hopes of his recovery are not abundant. Dr. Geo. SPAFFORD of Cavendish (formerly a highly-esteemed physician of this town) was called in counsel with Dr. KENYON of Townshend in Mr. FARR's case. In district No. 1 school-meeting passed off about like Christmas in August--some got there, and some didn't. No time, after a farmer had done a hard day's work, for an evening session, when there ain't no evening. Moderator, Wm. HARRIS; clerk, H. M. ABBOTT; committee, A. H. MACK, Randall RHOADES, and L. X. AXTELL; treasurer, F. H. HARRIS; collector, C. H. JONES. Voted to have 28 weeks schooling and to raise 25 cents on the dollar of the grand list. The writer of the article "Vermont vs. Virginia" (which appeared in the issue of June 7th) wishes to say that there was a small mistake of a month, in which he left West Townshend. It should have read the eighth day of April, instead of May, which would made that Virginia snow-storm look not quite as tardy. One of our townsmen went fishing, the other day, having heard of great catches being made by parties from other towns. After fishing about two hours, and having kept count and the law also, he had caught 17 and returned 16 to the water again, they being not as tall as the law directs. Several came floating down stream to him, backs downward, probably to see how their small neighbors were faring. The wonder is how those honest fishermen could have caught so many big ones! Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, January 18, 1889 Bellows Falls 7/12/1889 E. E. KEEFE has resigned his position on the police force. While C. H. MOORE, proprietor of the Fall Mountain House, was cleaning a revolver, last Thursday night, the weapon was accidentally discharged. The bullet passed through the palm of his left hand, thence through both legs of a servant girl near by, and at length lodging in her wrist. No serious damage was done to either party. E. A. SHUTTLEWORTH is home from Norwich University, spending his vacation. Dr. J. C. O'BRIEN, formerly of this place, and Miss Jennie FARREN, were married at the home of the bride in Turners Falls, Mass., Tuesday. The newspaper train made the first trip of the season, last Sunday. It arrives at 8 a. m. Walter WHITMAN of Clinton, Mass., was in town Sunday. The Fall Mountain Paper Co. has commenced building an extension on the building to be used as a sulphide pulp mill. Steps have again been taken to organize a base-ball nine in this place, and this time with better success. A paper was started last week, and in two days the necessary funds were raised. The team will probably be superior to that of any previous season. The grounds used last season have been engaged, and it is hoped there will be many good games played on them. Laura L., wife of Henry BILLINGS, died at her home on Cherry street, last Thursday. The funeral services were held at the Baptist house, last Sunday afternoon, and the remains were interred in Oak Hill cemetery. The Island House was opened, Tuesday, for the summer. F. T. FISH has gone to Newfane, where he was called by the illness of his father, who received a sunstroke last week. J. CONWAY has closed his labors for the Vt. Farm Machine Co. About 500 people went from this place to Lake Warren, the 4th, and in spite of the rainy weather all seemed to enjoy themselves. The four-year old Abadallah colt Mollie, owned by Mr. Perley KIMBALL, has been sold to W. S. HALE of Keene, N. H. Miss Alice SHAW of Portland, Me., is visiting with Miss Alice E. SHAW. The Bellows Falls postoffice equipment company have declared a dividend of 10 percent, less the insurance. It is the only property in the town building paying any per cent at all. Charlie ALLEN, who has been taking a trip to Chicago and other Western points, has returned and is now at his old place in the store of Geo. O. GUILD. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, January 18, 1889 Spafford 7/12/1889 No clue, as yet, to the missing HUMPHREY boy, although much effort has been made. A. N. JOHNSON of Trebo district was overcome while haying on his farm, the 2d inst., from heat and over taxing his system by lack of rest and worriment about the death of his wife about a month ago. He lost his reason for a short time, creating some excitement among his neighbors, who found him taking on about his troubles. hi friends will be glad to know, however, that he is all right now. Master Henry WHELDEN and Miss Mary COOLEDGE, of Ludlow, are visiting their cousin, Gertie MARSH. J. C. SCRIBNER has a nice, large, rangy well-broke four-year-old colt for sale. Elisha MARSTON is not feeling as well as usual, this warm weather. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, January 18, 1889 North Chester 7/12/1889 The 4th of July, the ladies of the Universalist society made twenty dollars, at their ice-cream party, after defraying all expenses. Misses Eva and Rose LARKIN are visiting friends in Putney. B. J. MATTOCKS, who was called here last week by the death of his brother, Marcellus H. MATTOCKS, returned to his home in New York, the first of this week. Horace BARTON and wife, of Ludlow, visited their daughter, Mrs. C. F. HOWE, over Sunday. George PARKER of Putney has recently been the guest of his brother-in-law, S. A. RICHARDSON. Arthur D. TARBELL, employed at the depot restaurant at Bellows Falls, spent Sunday here with his mother. Charles WATERMAN is improving his house, lately purchased of the GOWING brothers, by putting in a bay window. Edward GOODELL and wife, of Thecumseh, Kansas, are visiting Solon NEWTON and other relatives in town. Mr. GOODELL is an uncle of Mrs. NEWTON, and has lived in Kansas about thirty years. The undersignes wish hereby to express their sincere thanks to their neighbors and friends for assistance so kindly rendered during the sickness of their son and brother; for the beautiful flowers at the funeral; and especially for their generous sympathy. John MATTOCKS and Family. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, January 18, 1889 Chester 7/12/1889 At a meting of fire district No. 1, held at the High-school room, Tuesday evening, the committee were instructed to purchase a steam fire engine, with the necessary appurtenances for the same; also to purchase the stone school-house (for $400) belonging to school district No. 20, and make suitable repairs on the same for an engine-house. Voted, to receive from the ladies such sums as they hold in their hands, raised by them for the purchase of an engine--said to be about $1,700; also a tax of 25 cents on the grand list of the fire district. The committee were authorized to borrow the balance of the money necessary to make the purchase and repairs needed, the sum not to exceed $5,000, including the available funds that may be in their hands. The business men in favor of rebuilding the hotel had a meeting at Judge HENRY's office, Thursday evening, to take action on a proposition lately made by N. O. JOHNSON, the owner of the lot on which the hotel was burned. Three young people were received into the Baptist church by baptism, Sunday evening. C. E. HARVEY of Chaplin, Conn., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John FRENCH, at the present time. E. A. EVANS' family, of Springfield, Mass., are stopping at his father's--Ed EVANS. Royal F. MANLY of New York city, a former resident here, was in town calling on old friends, last week. Sidney FARNSWORTH, a fourteen-year-old boy, while fooling with a revolver, last Monday, had a ball shot through his right hand. The ball was taken out and the hand dressed by Dr. EMERSON, and the hand now seems to be doing well. James M. TRACY and family, of Boston, Mass., are stopping for the summer with J. S. CHAPMAN's family. Mr. TRACY is a celebrated musician, and has by the urgent request of many citizens consented to give a course of lessons in vocal and instrumental music to such as care to avail themselves of the rare opportunity of receiving instruction from so capable and distinguished a teacher. A large delegation of Olive Branch lodge F. & A. M., of Chester, visited LaFayette lodge, at Cavendish, Wednesday evening. Charles STONE and wife, of Deerfield, Mass., are on a visiting trip through this section with their team. On Wednesday, Mrs. STONE was taken suddenly ill and called on Dr. GIBSON for medical assistance, where she now remains, unable to be removed. His wife's condition permitting, Mr. STONE will return to Deerfield the last of the week. G. F. HADLEY treated the citizens of this village to a fine display of fireworks, the evening of the 4th, which was highly enjoyed by all. Unopportunely a large cannon cracker exploded in Mr. H.'s hand, severely injuring it, and also came near destroying the sight of one of his eyes. Although badly inflamed, the optic is now so much improved that all fears for the loss of the sight are removed. The ladies of Henry Woman's Relief Corps, No. 39, will give a lawn-party, Tuesday evening, July 16th, at the residence of Hugh HENRY. Should the evening of the 16th prove rainy, then the first pleasant evening thereafter. Coffee, cake, ice-cream, etc. Miss Agnes MORSE of West Gardner, Mass., and Miss Ada CARTER of Worcester, Mass., are spending a few days at H. HENRY's. Names of pupils in district No. 4, who have had no absences during the term closing June 28th: Gertie MARSH, Anna FISH, Forrest GUILD, Dora GUILD, Edna EARLE, Edith EARLE, Don DAVIS, George MOORE, Malvina MOORE, Susie MOORE; absent one-half day, Ethel GREELEY; one day, Watson DAVIS. The larger pupils are particularly commended for close application to study and perfect recitations. Number of pupils, 25; average attendance, 21. Mrs. Ellen DAVIS, teacher. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

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The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 12, 1889 Proctorsville 7/12/1889 Fourteen "Fresh-Air" children from New York came into town, Wednesday noon, to remain two weeks; returning to New York on 12:23 train, July 24th. John F. SPAULDING and wife, from Boston, Mass., have been visiting at his aunt's--Mrs. Sarah Ann SPAULDING. Dr. FOSTER of Sandy Hill, N. Y., spent several days as the guest of Dr. STORY, last week. While loading goods into the delivery-team at his store, Thursday of last week, Norman THOMPSON was thrown from the wagon, falling on his left hand with such force as to break both bones just above the wrist. Charlie CHAPMAN and his friend, Norman MATTOCKS, of Detroit, Mich., are in town for a short stay. Mr. CHAPMAN reports his mother, Mrs. Ellen CHAPMAN, visiting the Yosemite Valley, in company with Dr. Burton CHASE and wife. Six persons received the rite of confirmation at the visitation of Bishop BISSELL to Gethsemane Mission, last Sunday. The brick building owned by the factory company, used for many years as a boarding house, has been undergoing thorough repairs inside and out, made into two tenements, and is now occupied by Russell FARR and L. A. FRENCH. Guy SHEDD and wife returned to Hinsdale, N. H., Monday, after a short visit to their parents here--G. C. SHEDD and Isaac FOSTER. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, January 18, 1889 Odds & Ends 7/12/1889 The midnight passenger train north was ditched near Brandon, at 3:17 a. m., Wednesday morning, by the giving way of the roadbed, which had been washed by heavy rains. No one was hurt enough to need a physician, though there were over 200 passengers aboard, including 60 "fresh air fund" children from New York. The engine was overturned; the coaches were only derailed. A broken lamp started fire, but it was quickly subdued. G. N. FRENCH & Son of Grafton have decided to remove their carriage works from that town to Bellows Falls. They have purchased land and will build a building at once. Secretary of War PROCTOR, who has been home in Proctor, for a week past, has been confined to the house by sickness a portion of the time. A stone thrown by a hoodlum whom Father TURCOTT was attempting to prevent from ringing the bell in the Catholic church at Highgate, the 4th, struck the priest over one eye, and split his skull. It was feared the injury might prove fatal, but the injured clergyman is doing well, though not wholly out of danger. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, January 18, 1889 South Reading 7/12/1889 Mrs. Emily PIERCE, from Illinois, is visiting at Charles BUCK's. Mrs. Lulu ROBINSON, son and daughter, and Fred SANDERSON, from Rutland, have come to spend the hot weather at Calvin ROBINSON's. Rufus BUCK has gone to Bridgewater for a few weeks. Dr. WORCESTER's wife and child are at John AINSWORTH's. L. C. DAVIS and wife have been visiting at Bellows Falls and Westmorland, N. H. E. W. GODDARD has bought George MATHEWS' place. Rev. S. C. VAILE, a brother of Rev. R. C. VAILE, preached here last Sunday. Parker KINSMAN is spending a few weeks in Rutland. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 12, 1889 Weathersfield Center 7/12/1889 Last Sunday was Sacrament Day at the church, and REv. Mr. HERRICK of Felchville assisted Mr. PERRIN in administering the Lord's Supper. The vote at the special town meeting, last Saturday, was something of a surprise even to the friends of the measure. It was overwhelming vote in favor of exemption, there being only one dissenting voice, and he felt lonesome. July 4th was a dead letter. here. The rain even prevented haying, so people took a rest. Except for the occasional pop of a stray fire-cracker, the day seemed more like Sunday than a holiday. Haying is engaging the attention of farmers, now. No good weather has been had until the latter part of last week, and that was thoroughly improved. The crop is extra large, and of superior quality. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 12, 1889 Perkinsville 7/12/1889 Among recent visitors are the following: At George HOWE's, his brother and wife from Ashburnham, Mass., and a brother of Mrs. HOWE and wife and child, from Gardner, Mass., and Mertie GOWING of Groton, Mass.; at W. A. NOYES', Mrs. DESROCHES and son, from Gardner, Mass. Wilbert WOOD, who is learning the machinist trade in Boston, is haying at Dea. C. F. ALDRICH's. Rev. Mr. HOPKINSON and Rev. Mr. PERRIN of Weathersfield Center contemplate an exchange next Sabbath. Five persons were recieved, last Sabbath, into the Baptist church, by baptism--William W. RUGG, Adin WOODBURY, Gussie WOOD, Jessie and Maria ALDRICH. The amount of school money divided, July 3d, was $977.39, among 12 11-13 districts in the town of Weathersfield. At the special town meeting, July 6th, it was voted to exempt from taxation for five years the cotton-mill belonging to the estate of J. A. CALL, with the machinery therein, three dwellings on the same side of the river, and machinery and material that shall be necessary to put and keep the mill in operation five years; provided parties will own it that length of time. Frank L. PRATT is making noticeable improvements upon his dwelling at lower Perkinsville. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 12, 1889 Ludlow 7/12/1889 Ira GRAVES is confined to his bed by sickness. Will GOODRICH of Brattleboro is a guest at Judge WALKER's. John BOYLE and family are to move to Newport, N. H., next week. I. N. WADLEIGH has been newly roofing his barn, the past week. James DONAHOE of Palmer, Mass., is here on a visit to his parents. Mike PURCELL has gone to work in the C. R. R. R. shops, at Rutland. N. B. DORVAL of New York is passing a brief vacation with relatives here. Quite a number of our people spent the Sabbath at Lake Rescue with the campers. Horace and Orietta KINGSBURY, of New York city, were at home over the 4th. Miss Ida McELROY, of Cold Spring, N. Y., is the guest of the editor and family. Mrs. WHITMAN of Putney has been the guest of her brother, A. A. CHASE, this week. Capt. H. B. ATHERTON's family have arrived from Nashua, N. H., at their summer home here. Harry, son of Wesley C. HEMENWAY of Nashua, N. H., is a guest at G. L. ARMINGTON's. Mrs. Maude Atherton GRISWOLD of New York city is the guest of her uncle, S. I. ATHERTON. Mrs. S. P. SHERWIN's house has been given a coating of Metcalf's fire-and-water-proof paint. Misses Mamie and Grace RYAN, and Miss S. A. CONNOR, of Vergennes, are at John CONNOR's. Fred and Myra ROBBINS have gone West, accompanying their cousin, Charles CHAPMAN of Detroit. ED and Aleck EUSTACE of Rutland, and John EUSTACE of Keene, N. H., have been guests of John REED, this week. Painter MERCHANT has been giving L. G. HAMMOND's street fence and house a new coat of white paint, this week. Bert, son of N. O. JOHNSON of Colorado Springs, Colo. (formerly of Chester), was in town early in the week. G. L. ARMINGTON's house has been improved by a new coat of paint--a shade of green, with darker trimmings. C. S. CHAPMAN of Detroit took advantage of a business trip East to pass a day or two with relatives here, this week. Mrs. COLWELL, son and daughter-in-law, from Massachusetts, were guests of M. H. EDSON, last week. Mrs. C. is a sister of Mr. EDSON. N. PETTIGREW is having a new barn built on the Amasa ADAMS place, in the Lower Village, Charles CHAPMAN bossing the carpenter-work. Mrs. E. E. ADAMS of Worcester, Mass., Mr. and Mrs. M. C. BURTON of New York city, and A. L. ADAMS of Boston, Mass., are at Oscar GASSETT's for a few days. There is a brand new boy baby at the corner of Depot and Pleasant streets. Well, we suppose they can a Ford it; and everybody else seems to be pleased about it. Ira BROOKS is on crutches, the result of stepping on a broken tumbler while assisting H. L. WADLEIGH in raising his barn. BROOKS chose to go about the premises barefoot, and is now paying for the folly. The first week in May, B. F. WHELDEN turned his five-years-old Morgan colt out to pasture, and the first week in July he had gained just 80 pounds, though he was in good flesh when turned out. Hon. D. A. HEALD of New York, president of the Home Insurance Co., has signified a desire to supply the new academy building with a new bell, and has written the trustees for specifications of what is desired. J. A. MAYO reports having dug new potatoes the 21st day of June, and "having them right along" ever since. This rather beats Charles RAY, who has hitherto enjoyed a monopoly of the first potato business. A line from A. F. SHERMAN, the 3d, located him "on the rail" west of Chicago, which city greatly impressed him by its breadth and bustle, being increased, by its recent annexations, to exactly 171 square miles of territory. He notes, by the way, that the "corn crop in Ohio and Indiana has suffered extremely from the wet, wheat better, grass all right; corn fields in northwestern Iowa are immense and all right." The 4th he expected to pass with his brother at Cheno, Colo. Postmaster GODDARD is out with a petition asking for his retention in office till the expiration of his appointed term--May, 1891. This is supposed to be the result of Bill STICKNEY's latest sly visit to Congressman GROUT, at Barton. Parties have ben in town, the past week, looking over the toy company property with a view to establishing a casket manufactory. They will come again, soon, and it is to be hoped may find it to their advantage to locate here. We learn with great regret that the serious illness of Mrs. FLETCHER, at her Indianapolis home, is likely to prevent the occupation of FLETCHER Farm by it wonted genial family circle. None could be more noticeably absent than they. A. C. WALLIS of Beverly, mass., was so well pleased with his vacation-trip here, that he has returned this season, making the Echo Lake hotel, at Tyson, his headquarters, and burdening Prof. FOX, at the Rooks gold mine, with most of his leisure. Friends and former schoolmates of W. S. JOHNSON tendered him and his bride a reception, at the residence of D. C. BARNEY, last Friday evening. About 50 young people were present, who presented Mr. and Mrs. J., as souvenirs of the event, a silver spoon-holder and one dozen solid-silver spoons. We find in the Boston JOURNAL the following personal item: John S. PATTERSON of Boston, F. J. EASTMAN of Tilton, N. H., and A. K. GOULD of Ludlow, Vt., have been admitted to practice before the Interior Department. WEBB. It may be "news" in Boston; but, so far as Dr. GOULD is concerned, he has to our knowledge been "practicing in the interior department" little short of a quarter century. KNOCKED OUT.--We went to press so early in the day, last Friday, that we did not learn of the accident to G.S. BRIDGE, late in the day, the 4th, in time for insertion in the TRIBUNE of that week. It seems that toward the end of the Fat-Lean ball game BRIDGE went to bat, and received the first ball pitched full in the mouth, about every tooth in his head being loosened by the blow, and that portion of his anatomy rendered inoperative for days. The victim says he took up the bat, but found his hand too moist; leaned on the bat an instant while wiping his hands on his knees, and then looked around to the pitcher to signify his readiness; but the pitcher (Dell GORDON) had not waited for him, and G. S. found the ball within a foot of his face when he looked up--too late to dodge it. the only consolation the victim gets out of the affair is that his board-bill has been very light ever since. SCHOOL REPORTS.--The following is a report of the primary department of the village school for the term ending June 21st: Number of scholars, 63; average attendance, 55. Scholars not absent--Maude WOODWARD, Georgie KENWORTHY, Bertha and Georgie BENTLEY, Clyde ATHERTON, John CONNORS, Annie BRADLEY, Annie NEALON, Mary and Genie SPAULDING, Arthur SEARS, Perley WHELDEN, Effa WITHINGTON, Jennie SEARS, Eddie BOYLE, Willie CANNON, Lowell HAMMOND, Willie HOWE, Olive MARSHALL, Dannie REED; absent one day or less--Johnnie HAYDEN, Josie ROCK, Winnie SARGENT, Bridget KEATING, Harry GODDARD. The teacher feels especially grateful for the elegant plush photograph album present by Miss Bridget KEATING, in behalf of the school, at the closing exercises. I. A. THOMSON, teacher. School in district No. 6 closed June 28th. The number of scholars was 15. Those having no marks against their name--Pearl LIVINGSTON, Mamie LIVINGSTON, Ella SPAULDING, Ernest DIX, Calvin POLLARD, Merton SPAULDING; Ervin SPAULDING was tardy, but not absent; Byron LIVINGSTON and Marvin SPAULDING were absent only one-half day; Mervin BARKER was absent one day. Adine WADLEIGH, teacher. Report of school district No. 9 (Smithville): The following pupils have not been absent during the term--Willie BAGLEY, Clarence BEAN, Lilla BEAN, Jennie CUMMINGS, Arthur GIDDINGS, Bertha GIDDINGS, Etta RAY, Frank RAY, Lena STODDARD. Number of pupils, 17; average attendance, 16. WATERED MILK.--The case of Clarence O. WARREN, with which the local scandal-pot has been boiling over for a fortnight, was settled by the directors, last Saturday, when WARREN was fined $50 and debarred from further delivery of milk at the factory. It is the universal verdict that the culprit got off very easily, considering that he had been systematically watering his milk since about June 1st. At first, the matter seemed to us susceptible of reasonable explanation on the part of the culprit, but careful consideration and investigation have now convinced us that there is not a single extenuating circumstance. On the contrary, there are points in the case that aggravate rather than palliate the offense, not the least being the attempt of WARREN to place the odium of the wrong-doing upon his wife. It is of no use to detail the explanations offered, for the savor of truth is lacking in all of them, and they but magnify the offence. The milk was watered, knowingly, willfully, and persistently; and not only that, but there is little doubt some of it was skimmed also. To our knowledge, WARREN has been under watch for three weeks, every precaution being made to be sure in the matter before making the charge. And when it is considered that the penalty is a fine of not less than $50 FOR EACH AND EVERY OFFENSE, it must be agreed that the culprit was let off extremely easy. An attempt was made to show that some enemy of WARREN had watered his milk at night, and WARREN claims to have set up nights to watch the cans; but still the milk fell below par. Finally, at WARREN's request, J. A. MAYO was delegated to go to WARREN's , see the cows milked, and bring away the milk, which he did Thursday night and Friday morning of last week, the milk standing the test at 100 per cent. Still, Saturday morning the milk when brought by WARREN in person, who seemed solicitous that it be tested again, showed 20 percent of water. WARREN insinuating that cheese-maker SMITH did the watering, the two last-mentioned tests were at Mr. SMITH's request made by the directors. Universal sympathy is expressed for the family of the young man, who was "brought up honest." Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 12, 1889 Collection Plate 7/12/1889 Considerate "Wasn't that a button you put into the contribution box?" asked a traveling man of a friend he has accompanied to church. "Yes." "Mistake, no doubt." "Not at all." "Well, I must say that I never thought that you would flim-flam Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 5, 1889 Bridgewater 7/5/1889 Mrs. L. E. WEYMOUTH and her two little daughters, of Boston, are visiting her parents--Mr. and Mrs. B. WOOD. Hyrum BAKER found his two-year-old heifer with a broken leg, one night recently. She had caught her foot between two rock. She was all the cow he had. There was a very slim gathering at the cemetery, the 29th. The last resting-place of our loved ones, with its sad memories, is not supposed to be a very delightful spot; but when we leave it to grow up to thorns and thistles, and if beautified at all must be done by stranger hands, it proves that we either are living in a very selfish time or our grief was like a summer shower--easily dried up. The school in district No. 11 (Daily Hollow), taught by Medora MALLOY, closed the 25th. those having no marks were--Flora BROWN, Lillie DAILY, Gertrude TOWNE, Lena DIMICK, Sadie PERKINS, and Warren HORTON; Guy M. DIMICK, absent one-half day. Lena DIMICK, nine years of age, has attended seven terms of school and has never had a demerit mark in the register, although living over a mile from the school-house. Let some of the village scholars ponder on that Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 5, 1889 Mt. Holly 7/5/1889 B. E. HORTON and sister, have just received by express from Mrs. D. E. EARLY of Laporte, Ind., two very beautiful specimens of her work, consisting of a minature bellows and a corner scarf for piano. School in district No. 1, taught by Miss Hattie SARGENT of Ludlow, closed last Friday. Mr. and Mrs. H. THAYER of Springfield, Mass., are the guests of H. FOSTER and wife. Miss Ada J. RANDALL of Port Henry, N. Y., is now at her home in this place, on a vacation. Miss Blanche PRATT has finished her school in Centerville, and is at her home in Shrewsbury. Dr. and Mrs. A. E. HORTON of Poultney, A. HORTON and wife, also B. E. HORTON of North Clarendon, visited friends and relatives in town, last week. Eddie SMITH of Rutland has been at home, sick, for the past week. Mrs. P. G. DAWLEY and children, of Bellows Falls, are visiting at her father's--W. D. HOLDEN. L. O. COLBURN caught a bear, June 17th, by the hind foot. The bear took a 50-pound trap and carried it up a beach tree 25 feet high, then swung off and hung himself. Recently, a certain patron of one of our enterprising cheese factories in town, made his usual morning trip to the factory for his milk delivery; but imagine his chagrin and utter bewilderment when he turned about and found he had nothing but an empty wagon. We understand he returned home and then sent the boy with the milk. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 5, 1889 Mechanicsville 7/5/1889 Mr. and Mrs. Horace PINNEY from Plymouth, Mr. and Mrs. Emett SEWARD and baby, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph GUESTIN and Master Roy from Rutland, were guest of C. D. SEWARD the past week. It is reported that A. C. BATES & Son and Curtis of Rutland, have purchased the business of the late P. E. CHASE & Co., and intend to move it to Rutland sooner or later. S. W. HAMMOND and wife are spending a few weeks with his parents in the northern part of the State. The band are making preparations to visit them, on their return home. The band went to East Wallingford Tuesday evening, to play for the lawn party. Rev. S. B. CURRIER's son, from Middletown, Conn., is home on a vacation. He is to give Frank SEER a course in Latin, while home. Geo. CHASE is home from Montpelier. C. D. SEWARD recently lost one of his best calves, it being struck by lightning during the last storm. There is to be a band meeting at the town hall, Friday evening. Let every member be there promptly at 7:30 o'clock, as there is some important business to come before them. School in district No. 4, (Tarbellville), taught by Maggie CLOWRY, closed last Friday after a term of eight weeks. Number of scholars 35; average attendance, 30. Scholars not absent or tardy during the term--Bernice ARMSTRONG, Dannie ALLARD, Archie BEEBE, Bert MATTHEWS, Georgie WELLS; absent only one day--Florence ARMSTRONG, Clifford ARMSTRONG,. The scholars are worthy of commendation for their moral deportment, observance of the rules of school, and diligence in study throughout the term. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 5, 1889 Rutland 7/5/1889 Gen. Edward H. RIPLEY and family will spend the summer at Bar Harbor, Me., and four horses have been shipped from here for his use. A complete census of the graded school district, just completed, shows that there are 1,754 children in the district between fire and eighteen years of age. Of these the public schools have 976, parochial schools 382, private schools 54, non attendants 342. The Chase Toy business, located at Mechanicsville, has been purchased by some of Rutland's business men. It was at first intended to organize a stock company; but there seemed to be a feeling that it could be conducted to secure best results by private individuals. Mr. BABBITT is now taking an inventory, and it is probable that the business will be moved here soon. Rev. G. W. PERRY's illustrated lecture on "Johnstown" was largely attended and very interesting. Over $1,100 was raised, last Sunday, at the Baptist church, to be applied to the parsonage debt. The Anti-Monopoly Clothing Store has been purchased by W. C. HULETT of the Combination Cash Store, and will be opened by the new management, July 4th. The insurance firm of BURNHAM & TEMPLE has been dissolved, and Capt. S. E. BURNHAM will continue the business. Mr. TEMPLE will devote himself to his bank and school duties. The factory of Tim, Wallerstein & Co. manufactured 10,666 dozen shirts, during the month of June; an increase over any previous month's work. Miss Louise AREY, who was so severely injured at the shirt-factory, continues to improve, and hopes to be out again soon. The Congregational, Baptist and Methodist Sunday-schools are making preparations for a union picnic some time this month. James M. FARMAN of Woodstock has been awarded the contract to carry the mails between Rutland and Stockbridge. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 5, 1889 Sherburne 7/5/1889 [deferred from last week.] Some frost on the boards, the morning of the 18th, and thermometer down to 40 degrees. the ladies sprinkled their tender plants, but guess no great damage was done about here. I hear that our folks had a regular lawsuit, last week. The case was called an assault. There were three lawyers from Rutland and a part of the jury from Windsor county. Those who attended say there are other cases on the docket. According to the newspapers, the style or fashions are different now than when we were young. Most all denominations have one day each year they call children's day, and carry into the meeting house all manner of plants and flowers, canary birds, etc., making a nice celebration. Hold on grandfather! We old folks well have one, another year, and out-do them--carry in strawberries, pop-corn and sleigh-bells. Wm. GIFFORD had an owl visit his premises and kill his best turkey, that was setting on 16 eggs. He put the eggs under hens, caught the owl in a trap, and sold it at Rutland alive. he says financially he got out of it pretty well, revenge on the criminal being worth something. G. A .PETTY and E. S. COLTON are appraisers and commissioners on the estate of Mrs. Agnes DANIELS. A rare case in this town, where the husband is living. It is not a common thing in any town. Miss NICHOLS' school closed last week in district No. 1. Several scholars said they could not help crying which was a good mark for the teacher. The teacher and scholars in district No. 2 took a ride, last week, to Brigdewater. the carriage was packed full, and a few left behind. A beautiful day and a good time generally for the children. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, July 5, 1889 Plymouth Five Corners 7/5/1889 [deferred from last issue.] Miss Mary BROWN is at home, sick with inflammatory rheumatism. Miss Eva BROWN went, Sunday, for a four or five days visit in West Windsor. M. A DIMICK is repainting the Pinney Hollow school-house. Miss Bess PRATT is sick, with abcess, at her father's. We hear the JONES place is sold. Perhaps so; but real estate does not find a very ready market, of late years. Maynard BROWN and family have returned East, and are now located in Pittsburg, Penn. Mrs. Norman DAVIS still continues very low. School meeting, Tuesday evening, resulted as follows: E. E. EARLE, committee and collector; A. E. JOHNSON, clerk and treasurer. Voted, 24 weeks school. Where will we find our scholars? Grandma BUTLER continues about the same; confined to her bed. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT