The St. Johnsbury Caledonian from St. Johnsbury, Vermont • 10

MONG THE FRATERNITIES. Eastern Star Chapter will hold an entertainment at Masonic Hall Monday evening, consisting of instrumental and vocal music, readings, etc. Especial pains are being taken to make this occasion one of the pleasantest, and all are cordially invited to attend. New sugar will be served to those who desire at a nominal sum. The Odd Fellows hold their regular meetings in the hall formerly occupied by the Knights of Pythias, and will continue there till their hall is again in readiness for occupancy.

Green Mountain Commandery No. 335 U. 0. G. C.

are to have a public masquerade and promenade at Stanley's Opera House Friday evening, April 19. A prize will be given to the person wearing the best costume, also one 1 to the person wearing the poorest. Good music wili be furnished. Admission, 25 cents. Chamberlin Relief Corps will serve new sugar in G.

A. R. Hall 1 Thursday evening, April 18. A programme of literary and musical selections will be rendered, followed by a promenade. Admission 20 cents.

Children 12 years, 15 cents. Regular meeting of Corps called at 6.30 p.m. At the annual meeting of Passumpsic Lodge, No. 27, F. A.

last week Thursday evening these officers were elected: W. B. Eastman, W. Geo. F.

Cheney, S. H. G. Walker, J. C.

Calderwood, treasurer; D. M. Bacon, secretary; Gilbert E. Woods, S. C.

Chamberlain, J. Jas. Armstrong, chaplain; J. H. Thompson, marshall; E.

E. Gage, S. Gilbert Moyles, J. J. E.

Taylor, organist; J. R. Summerville, tyler; C. W. Ruiter, H.

A. Bartlett G. E. Woods, finance committee; J. H.

Holder, O. P. Bennett, N. P. Bowman, grievance committee.

The subject of the Woman's A. P. A. meeting Saturday evening will be the life of Mrs. Mary A.

Livermore. Newton's celebrated "Mock Trial" court will be given in St. Johnsbury, May 7, under the auspices of Chamberlin Post. It will be managed by two lawyers from Worcester, who have successfully presented it at Brattleboro, Rutland and Chester and are to give it at Montpelier before coming here. This trial has the reputation of being full of laughable testimony given by witnesses who are prepared for the occasion.

This will be well prepared as all the participants will be instructed by the lawyers in charge previous to the evening of the trial. A DISGRACEFUL AFFAIR. On Friday morning people were startled by the report that a bad been committed in town and that the murderer had given himself into the hands of the sheriff who had placed him in jail. As nearly as can be ascertained the facts are that one Walter Nicholson, an Englishman, and Mrs. Ann Woods, formerly of Paddocks village, have been living at the home of Clinton Aldrich about three miles from the village in the Four Corners neighborhood, during the past winter, and that their intimacy has been very close.

A short time since Mr. Nicholson noticed a decided coolness on the part of Mrs. Wood and discovered that one Colby held her esteem. On Friday morning he secured an ax and made an entrance to her room, approached the bed with the ax uplifted in a threatening manner. Mrs.

Wood in the struggle that followed was considerably cut about the head and chest. As soon as Nicholson realized what he had done, he left the room saying to the family that he had killed the woman. He came to the village and gave himself into the hands of Sheriff Sulloway who lodged him in jail for keeping. A doctor was summoned who found Mrs. Wood in a critical condition.

The wounds were dressed and the woman made as comfortable as possible and will probably recover. Nicholson will be held until the June term of court on charge of assault with intent to kill. TO REBUILD THE "KNOB." Those, who have in the past enjoyed the magnificent view from "Lookout" on Observatory Knob, and others that would, could it be reached by carriage, will be pleased to learn that there is a project on foot to raise money to complete a driveway to the summit and to erect a fine, new, hexagonal, two story building, 24 feet in diameter at the base and 16 feet at the top. The building will be substantially built on a good foundation, firmly secured against the winds. The entire cost of the driveway and building is estimated at about $200.

It is proposed to raise this sum by a concert and reading early in May. It is earnestlv hoped that all will feel interested 19 this pleasure-giving and recreative enterprise. EASTER SALE AND SUPPER. The Rector's Aid Society of St. Andrew's church will hold its annual sale and supper in Grand Army Hall, Tuesday, April 16, afternoon evening.

Fancy articles, aprons and many other useful things will be on sale in the hall. Home made confectionery a specialty. Admission to ball free. Chicken pie supper served from 6:30 to 8 o'clock, supper tickets 25 cents, children 15 cents. The publie is cordially invited to attend.

THE ST. JOHNSBURY CALEDONIAN, APRIL 12. 1895. An intimate acquaintance of Captain Abial Fisher sends us another account of his life parts, of which we publish. Abial Fisher entered the service as a lieutenant of the 4th Vt.

When discharged in Sept. 1864, he was captain of Company K. same regiment. He afterwards served as captain of Company 24th V. R.

C. receiving his discharge in 1865. In 1866 he went to North Carolina and engaged in the lumber business. In 1868 he was elected a delegate to the constitutional convention that took North Carolina back into Union and was elected a member of the legislature that followed the convention serving two terms. It was said that A.

W. Tourgee and A. W. Fisher were the hardest workers of the constitutional convention of '68. In 1868 he was appointed Adjutant General for North Carolina by Gov.

W. W. Holden and served as such until he resigned in 1871. In 1871 he was called to Washington as counsel in the contested election between J. C.

Abbott and Z. B. Vance for United States senator from North Carolina. Caleb Cushing and Capt. Fisher appeared for Mr.

Abbott. After this case was decided, which lasted for months, Capt. Fisher accepted a position in the pension office going from grade to grade until he became chief clerk which next to commissioner is the most responsible position in the department. This position he held under the Hayes administration. and gave such when President Cleveland came in he was kept in the place for two years, and then the pressure against a republican holding place was so great that Capt.

Fisher was given the position of principal examiner, and a democrat was appointed chief clerk. Two years later Capt. Fisher was again occupying the position of chief clerk which he held until June 1893. In Sept. 1891, while at work at his desk he was stricken with paralysis but about sign weeks was able to resume his duties.

the 26th ult. he was again stricken while at his desk and died the next morning. He left a widow, son and daughter. At bis funeral which was held in Danville on the 29th were the members of the family, David Morse, Mrs. Fisher's father, one brother and two sisters of Captain Fisher, Stephen Morse and Mrs.

Williams, brother and sister of Mrs. Fisher, as well as many other relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. J.

E. Eldredge of Randolph attended the funeral. Mr. Eldredge was with Capt. Fisher in North Carolina.

Death of John L. Palmer. Mr. John L. Palmer who died Sunday at the age of 83 and had been a long time resident of Danville had experienced a very eventful career.

Born in Boston, he learned the cabinet trade, serving seven years in a shop which stood on the present site of the City Hall. At the age of 23 he enlisted in the regular army and was among the troops sent to Charleston, S. by President Jackson to quell the nullifers. Re-enlisting the close of that year he was sent West by rail to Oswego, then down the lakes to Green Bay, up the Fox and down the Wisconsin river to the Mississippi, and up to St. Anthony Falls where a treaty was made with the Sioux, Fox and Sac Indians.

From there he went down the Mississippi to St. Louis, and overland to Florida where he participated in the Seminole war being twice taken prisoner by the Indians, once being condemned to be burned at the stake. He was one of the detachment which buried Major Dade who were ambuscaded and massacred while on their way to the relief of his regiment surrounded in Fort Brooks. Having been wounded and sick in St. Augustine he was discharged.

On reaching Boston he found that his family had moved to Peacham whither he came. When health returned he resumed his trade. In 1841 he married Hannah L. D. Page, sister of George and Nathaniel Page of this town, having by her five children, one of whom died in infancy, the remaining four being Frank E.

of Peacham, Nathan P. of Thompsonville, Wm. W. of Boston and Mrs. Jennie Clifford of this town.

He married for his second wife Miss Harriet Clifford of Barnet, a most estimable lady, who survives him. Mr. Palmer always retained his interest in military affairs captain of three political companies during the Fremont campaign, and rendered much service drilling, recruits during, the early vears late war, charge the funeral of John L. Chase, the thirst Danville man killed in the war and first buried with military honors in the town. Mr.

Palmer was an active energetic man, a devoted husband and father, and a kind neighbor. He was a great sufferer and invalid during the last few vears of his life but has borne his troubles bravely. Easter Programme at Congregational Church. The Lord is Risen." Anon Solo, "Palm Branches," Remeaux Mr. Smart.

Anthem, For Us." "Christ our Passover is Sacrificed Offertory Solo, The Lord is Risen." "Allelulia," Morse DANVILLE. Death of Captain Fisher. Mrs. Flora Wright supplied the pulpit the Methodist church last Sunday. Miss Mary Dole has been appointed school superintendent of this town.

Allan Bartlett has had the misfortune to lose his valuable stallion. D. K. Wakefield has sold two horses to J. C.

Hastings of Oakdale, Mass. One of them was a prize winner at the World's Fair. The Methodist social on Tuesday evening April 2 was very successful, a large number being present $17.00 was taken at the door. Rev. F.

E. Currier, Miss Hattie Choat and Miss Abbie Davis are attending the conference at Waterbury. Rev. E. W.

Hatch of Corinth has been visiting his son, Walter, and preached at the Congregational church Sunday. Frank Palmer and wife from Peacham, N. P. Palmer and wife of Thompsonville, and Wm. W.

Palmer of Boston, were in town last week to attend the funeral of their father. Bert Barber has finished work at Cabot, and is stopping at home. S. D. Morse purchased five heavy horses in Montreal last week for use on hisfarm.

Rev. F. E. Currier has sold his horse to J. C.

Clark, who is moving to West Danville this week. At the annual meeting of Washburn Lodge, No. 92, F. A. held on Wednesday evening the following officers were elected: W.

J. S. Tilton; S. C. H.

Mattocks; J. H. M. Osgood; treasurer, C. Dole: secretary, A.

B. Hoyt; S. Crane; J. Alfred Webb; S. James Wilcox; J.

H. S. Eastman; chaplain, John Sias; marshal, E. H. Brown; organist, C.

H. Wilson; tyler, Geo. I. Green. The membership of the lodge is the largest it has ever been and it is in a very thriving condition.

They own the old brick church and are in good financial circumstances. The trustees were empowered to raise money and rebuild the old church into a fine ball. The plans and specifications for remodeling the church are all drawn up and will be ready to put into the hands of contractors for bids as soon as sufficient money is assured. Contributions will be gladly received from former residents who would like to see the church (which is one of the landmarks of the town) preserved in good shape. It is hoped that every member of the lodge will be prompt to pay their dues and contribute as much as they can towards the new hall.

Mrs. F. E. Currier and children are visiting her father at Jay. Mr.

and Mrs. Mat. Greenbank have returned from a visit to Mr. Greenbank's father at Enfield, N. H.

Mr. and Mrs. John Page of St. Johnsbury were in town last week for a short stop. Mrs.

John Spencer has been engaged by Overseer Coveny to board the town poor. Mr. Coveny will carry on the farm. George Brainerd of Montpelier was in to town last week. Mrs.

Brown of Orcutt and Mrs. Orcutt of St. Johnsbury weekeen visiting Mrs. Annette Farr this WEST WATERFORD. A.

B. Carpenter is home again and all are glad to see him once more. Mr. Carpenter has spent the winter in Rhode Island, having been engaged in writing a book which will give the complete history of the Carpenters from the time they left England in 1620. Miss Edna Hovey is home from St.

Johnsbury Academy on a week's vacation. Wilbur Dawson has gone to New York city where he will work in the ice business. There was quite a heavy thaw here waters, and high Tuesday which feared raised that the go out, but at writing all dam at R. M. Lawrence's so pond would danger is past.

Miss Ellen Cutting of West Concord is visiting her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Carpenter.

R. M. Lawrence has been appointed fish and game warden for the town of Waterford. MASONIC MEETINGS. Special Conclave of Palestine Commandery 16 No.

.5, K. Tuesday evening, April at 7.30. The Order of Red Cross will be conferred. J. H.

HOLDER, Em. Com. D. M. BACON, Recorder.

The Annual Convocation of Haswell Royal Arch Chapter No. 11 will be held on Friday evening the 12th. Business of importance including election of officers. WILLIAM WETHERBEE, H. P.

DELOS M. BACON, Secretary. Annual Election of officers of Caledonia Council No. 13 R. and S.

M. also occurs on Friday evening of this week. L. P. HARRIMAN, T.

I. M. DELOS M. BACON, Recorder. A CARD.

A CARD. We wish to express our thanks to our friends and neighbors for their kindness to us during the sickness and death of our wife and mother. MR. WM. T.

WRIGHT, MR. WARREN WRIGHT AND FAMILY. St. Johnsbury, April 9, 1895. WANTED, FOR SALE, ETC.

WANTED foremanscale mechanic of long experience and unquestionable ability in making a of counter and portable scales. A specially superior sealer of tall pillar counter scales. To an energetic, temperate and highly capable man, good salary and permanent position. State age and references. Address Scalemaker, Care J.

L. Stack 112 Dearborn Chicago. Many, many persons feel unwell, yet don't know just what's wrong with them. For such people Dr. Sproule has made out a list of symptoms (in question form) of diseases of the main organs of the body.

No one can read this list and fail know what is the matter with them. These questions can The found on page four of this issue. Tenement to rent at No. 9 Cliff street. Inquire of Mrs.

Marshall Clifford, 12 Summer street. DoG FOUND. A black setter, collar marked R. Kent, Zeke, 1889." Owner can have the same by proving property and paying charges. G.

H. Caswell, St. Johnsbury. After April 8, Mrs. C.

E. Harrington will open Millinery Parlors in the Hosmer house, 43 Eastern avenue, and will be pleased to show you choice selection of goods. The rooms will be closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday evenings. J. C.

Goodenough of Littleton, N. can sell a Wm. Bourne, a McPhail or Prescott piano at a mere nominal price, for his expenses are nil. FOR SALE. House, Barn and seven acres of land on John street, Paddock village.

House and barn nearly new and well fitted up. Land in good condition. Inquire at the Union House. TENEMENT TO RENT on Spring street. Enquire of A.

S. Livingston. HOUSE TO RENT. -To a reliable family wishing for a good home outside the village, with a piece of land, chance to kcep a team, and low rent. Inquire of U.

G. Goss, St. Johnsbury Center. FOR SALE. The place formerly owned by Aaron Farnham, situated on Portland street, St.

railroad Johnsbury, three-fourths mile from station, containing twenty acres. Price, $5000. For further particulars apply to Ivory P. Estes, 34 Ash street, Cambridge, Mass. DR.

F. M. NICHOLS, Veterinary Sur. geon has permanently located in town and can be found at the Cottage Has had a practical experience of 18 Hotel. years, and has been at St.

Albans the past 10 years. Is endorsed by the leading shire. horsemen in Vermont and New Hamp- Births. At North Danville, April 3, a son, to and Mrs. Treflis Gadipee.

Mr. St. and Mrs. Johnsbury C. E.

Center, Johnson April 10, a son, Marriages. G. At W. East St. Johnsbury, April 3, by Rev.

Lillia Belle Barton Fisk Grout and Patterson, At Barnet, April 6, by both man, of Justin Barnet. A. Dunbar and Anna Humbolt Rev. Joseph Board- Deaths. Johnsbury, April 3, Mrs.

Tryphenia Woods, wife of William T. Wright, aged 79 years. At Newport, April 8, Felix J. Rooney, aged 33 years. At Newport, April 8, Louis A.

Emerson, aged 22 years. At New York, April 6, Mrs. Nellie wife of C. Edward Waite, aged 28 years. At St.

Johnsbury, April Mrs. Carrie wife of A. M. Goodrich, aged 34 years. sAt years, Danville, 9 months April 5, and 4 John days.

L. Palmer, aged At North Danville, April 5, Moses Varney, aged 70 years. At Groton, Mrs. Laura Hosmer Hood, aged 70 April.S, At Sutton, A April 5, Mrs. Laura Fisher, widow of the late E.

H. Fisher of Lyndon, aged 82 years. Home Again. I am back from Florida and my store is now open. I have a big stock of all kinds of goods and have a large lot of new goods that are arriving daily.

I brought home a beautiful line of FLORIDA NOVELTIES including shells, jewelry, etc. Give me a call and you will surely see something you want. CEO. E. CROW.

Speedwell Farms. Stallions, 1895. FRENCH COACH. JENNER, No. 1370.

Fee $25. INDRE, No. 1669. Fee $25. to ten mares.

PERCHERON. SPEEDWELL'S VOLCAN, No. 18669. Fee $15. Limited to ten mares.

STANDARD BRED. IVAN SPEEDWELL, No. 21406. Fee $15. WELSH PONY.

TAFFY. Fee $10. All Service Fees due when mare proves to be in foal. Send for descriptive catalogue of above horses. Address SPEEDWELL FARMS, Lyndon Center, Vt.

E. T. FAIRBANKS CO. New Spring Goods BLACK DRESS GOODS. Large assortment of Plain and Fancy Dress Goods for Suits and Skirts, Black and Colored Crepon, Cheviot Serges, Covert Cloths, Lansdowns, Challies, Wash Goods, etc.

Fine Line of Dress Patterns. (In Suit Lengths Only.) Fancy Taffeta Silks for Waists, also Figured India Dress Silks, and Special Values in Black Dress Silks at $1 and $1.25 per yard. SPRING CARMENTS AND SUITS. We are showing Early Spring Styles Ladies' Capes, Misses and Children's Reefer Jackets, Ladies' Suits, Separate Dress Skirts, Silk and Cotton Waists, Cravenette Waterproof Garments, Wrappers, Cotton Underwear, etc. par Samples Cheerfully Sent on Application.

E. 2p T. FAIRBANKS 2p CO. MAIN STREET. Main St.

Main St. 41 41 E. D. STEELE The "STEELE MADE" Pant. WILL WEAR LIKE STEEL.

WARRANTED BY STEELE FOR 60 DAYS. For every Suspender Button that comes off, we will pay you 10 cents. If the waist-band seam rips, we will pay you 50 cents. If they rip in any other seam, we will pay you $1.00, or exchange for a new pair. The most perfect fitting, best wearing pant ever produced.

Button holes on all these pants are made on the well-known Reece Button Hole Machine. MANUFACTURED ONLY FOR E. D. STEELE St. Johnsbury, Vt.

EASTER NECK WEAR In Great Variety of Popular Colors. All shapes in 50c. and 75c. goods. FINE DRESS, STREET AND DRIVING GLOVES.

Our $1.25 Castor Gloves are acknowledged to be the greatest trade ever shown the trade. Every pair fully warranted by E. D. STEELE Co. 41 Main Street, Opp.

St. Johnsbury House. St. Johnsbury, Vermont..