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Newspaper

Burlington Free Press

Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1900

Page

8

Vermont News Highlights of Local Births and Events

Local notices report births for Mr. and Mrs. F N Drury and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Todd, a memorial sermon by Rev G G Atkins, and a new U S mail steamer Vermont starting June 1. Also listed are a bankruptcy petition by Peter J Jordan, a bell consecration at St Marys cathedral, travel and illness notes, and community happenings from clubs, repairs, and society.

F. N. Drury G. G Atkins Stammond West G. A Vermont United States Mall Plattsburgh Westport Henry Todd Todd Peter J. Jordan Barre St. Mary's Cathedral Michaud William A. Middleton Brooklyn Middleton Johnson Julia H. Spear College Chapel University Young Ladies’ Glee Club DeWitt Davis Chester Edward Hawes Wiseley Congregational Church Newport Hartford

Memorial Day Exercises at the Thayer School

Scholars and teachers at the Thayer School held Memorial Day programs with songs poems and flowers. Students include Patenaude Glondin Farrington Spaulding Porter and Britton among others as they honor the nation’s dead with a decorated display and ceremonial tributes.

North Avenue Sonu Ae Ta Patenaude Edward Glondin George Farrington May Spaulding Herbert Derway Elsa Leith Anna Hofrichter Lillan Sharpiey Carrie Trevillé Ruth Porter Flac Lora Farrington Viola

Caterpillars and Robins Aid Orchard Fight for Balance

A Colchester Point farmer notes a surge of caterpillars on apple trees and that a robin brood nearly cleared them, urging protection of birds. Sheriff Reeves and Deputy arrested four for keeping a house of ill fame at Dodds block First street. Rock released, McGowan jailed for non support.

Colchester Point

Simpson the Winner in Troquoi Cycle Club Race

The Troquoi Cycle club hosted a 74 mile bicycle road race yesterday afternoon drawing several thousand spectators along Pearl street North avenue and Battery Place. Robert Simpson won in 19 minutes 30 seconds, beating the previous course record by 1 minute 5 seconds. Eugene Robinson finished second in 19 minutes 84 seconds and Percy Ennis third in 14 minutes 431 seconds. many other prizes were awarded to riders including DeVarennes Hurtubosise Kennedy Johnson Ellis Brennan Peters Cathy Smith Pine Peterson Kirby Bray and Ennis among others. Simons Williams was treated after fainting near the finish and is expected to recover quickly.

Troquois Cycle Club Pearl Street North Avenue Elmwood Avenue Battery Battery Place Tieinebere Bridge South Willard Street George Cathey Robert Simpson Eugene Robinson Percy Ennis Posi Hants Tion Cap DeVarennes Hurtubosise Kennedy Johnson Ir Ellis Brennan Peters Cathy Smith Pine Peterson Kirby Bray Ennis Scratch Simpson Robinson Gibson Bushner Jacque Murphy Lym Jomo Dodds Thuby Vaneor Degree Llama Om Gannon Frank Atom Glaston Germain Henry O'Brien Carter Lim Willams

Peculiar Lake Front Fire Destroys Two Boat Houses

Firefighters tackled a blaze at the lake front destroying two boat houses. W A Whiting’s structure and Dr W H Englesby’s nearby boat house burned, while Robert G Stone’s yacht house escaped major damage. Fire crews reached the scene from a distant hydrant, with hoses stretched 1990 feet.

Lake Front Murray Arthur LeVanway Lake Champlain Yacht Club Robert G. Stone Housken

Allen's Foot-Ease solves sore feet and shoe discomfort

An old advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a remedy for painful feet, corns, bunions, and tight shoes. It claims rapid relief for smarting, swelling, and hot feet and offers a free trial package by mail.

Allen Drogo Mei Slam Alleom Olmatead Bea Roys Xan

Memorial Day Observance Recalls Civil War Sacrifices

Memorial Day activities in Brainard featured grave decorations, a naval parade to Elmwood cemetery, and a morning visitation by veterans. Mayor Roberts and Principal Isaac Thomas addressed crowds at the armory, reflecting on the Civil War's causes, outcomes, and the preservation of the Union.

Brainard Winooski Elmwood J. J. Cosgrove M. Graten PT. Russell T. H. Kelley J. J. Brothers William Garrow Neat Sherman Band University Wattallon Knights of Pythiae Company M Vv. N. G Stannard Post Elmwood Avenue Cemetery C. E. Beach Sherman M. J. Buckham T. B.wales BW. J. Hawkins Oscar Elting BE. Allen Brownell Gutchell J. H. Metcalf Beach Roberts England Slivery Seward Free States Maine Missouri Seare Jona Ieee Union Corfederacy Blue Bird Robin Vermont Isaac Thomas the Edmunds High School Thomas Grand Army of the Republic God of Nations Jdrmies Fort A Appomattox Court Heulra

Such Clothing This Season Outshines All Ready Made Wear

The retailer boasts that their season's clothing surpasses all ready made garments. They highlight cutting and fitting keeping pace with modern demands, offering motor carriage suits from five to twenty dollars and overcoats from four to twenty two dollars.

Richmond Caucus Divides Delegates in Two Tickets

Letter to the editor describes a Republican caucus in Richmond where two delegate slates were elected amid overcrowding and disputed ballots. It names FE. W. Freeman A. R. Hall and JH. Fay as early delegates, with Whitcomb Towers Stevens and others contending. D. J. Foster and C. J. Page are noted as leading contenders in differing claims.

The Free Press Richmond Ethenst Burlington FE. W. Freeman A. R. Hall JH. Fay Caurcis I Vanap Wor M Whitcomb T. W. Towers Milton Stevens E. W. Freeman A. B. Hall Messie Towers Stevens D. J. Foster C. J. Page Salmon Green

Funeral services for Russell Tilley of St George

The funeral for Russell Tilley esq of St George was held from his home Tuesday afternoon with Rev Alonzo Chief Wilisten officiating and a mixed quartette. He leaves four sons and two brothers and his wife was laid to rest three months ago.

Russell Tilley St George Alonzo Chief Wilisten Hevrers Tilley Swanton Martin F. Tiley St. George Miram F. Tilley South Burlington Grove G. Tilley Hinesbureh Mr. Tilley Neo

First regatta of the season at Lake Champlain Yacht Club

The Lake Champlain Yacht Club held the season opening regatta yesterday morning with nine competitors. Satdalphon owned by Alvaro Adsit led early and finished first, Lillian took second, Old Crow third but no prize issued for two prizes. Robert J. was fourth. Commodore Foote attended aboard Gleam. judges were L. C. Grant, L. E. Woodhouse, and Charles Archambault.

Lake Champlain Yoaott Club Commodore Foute Port Jionty Gleam L. C. Grant L. E. Woodhouse Charles Archambault Satdalphon Alvaro Adsit Sandalphon Lillian Robert J Adsift Hagar Thrace

Dixie Bicycles Offered At Spot Cash Price

Advert says Dixie bicycles priced at $19.50 with full guarantee including tires. Limited quantity available for spot cash purchase.

Dixie Bicycles

Estate of Pap Ooo Declared In Probate Court

The estate of Pap Ooo is filed in probate court with status noted as CO OOO. The record lists case reference 106s and indicates standard notice procedures are in effect.

Hood’s Sarsaparilla rights upheld in circuit court case

The U S Circuit Court in Louisville granted a temporary injunction on April 12 and a later perpetual injunction on April 23 against Dr J C Hood of Louisville for using the name Hood in any sarsaparilla product. C L Hood & Co of Lowell Mass now holds exclusive rights to Hood’s name and its sale. rivals selling Hood’s Sarsaparilla or using Hood’s without authorization are barred.

I. Hood & Co J.C. Hood U.S Hood Merers C. J. Hood & Co Lowell Maas Dr. J.cood Louisville, Ky Dr. Hood Louisville Vans C. I. Hood & Co J. ©. Hood Messrs J. Hood & Co Indianapolis Louie H. Kenkert J. C. Hood Baker U. S. Circuit Court C. L Hood & Co Byllomis Sarsaparilla Justice Laughtin Supreme Court Buffalo Paul B. Judson Dr. Chirk Brooklyn Dr. Clark Len Olmstead LeRoy N. Y

Injunction Stands Over Grade Crossing in Alburgh

Chancery Court held a short session Tuesday ruling the Rutland Canadian Railroad cannot cross at grade. injunction remains in effect. Town officials and railroad counsel debated options including an underpass and widening a drawbridge, with no order issued and court set to reconvene within two weeks.

Rutland-Canadian Railroad Company Alburgh Taft A. A. Hall Bt Albans Jed BP. Ladd F. A. Button Middlebury Wiehway Hutton Dili Dial Roses Point Railroad Commission Hail Garton Cushman T. P. Daley James M. Brown Mariners Phirtiacy David McCuen Martin McLainehiin Michael McKengle W. J. Henderson

Great Wallace Show to Exhibit in Burlington June 8

The Great Wallace Show arrived in Pittsburg in three sections and was set up at Exposition Park. The Naples family acrobats and Milne troupe perform with a grand ballet and a full circus lineup. Spectators praised the first Pittsburg visit as surpassing any prior large show.

Dad Savery Alvestura Cherry Eaes Dimeter Sus Germany Waterloo Wallace Burlington Ad Commercial Gazette Vista Neleon Pittsburg Angelo Milne

Sure in Effect Patent Medicine Ad

Easy to Take Sure in Effect claims tablets and hot water will cure constipation improve appetite and restore youthful vigor. A long list of druggists pledge refunds if it fails to cure and mention a grand sale around local towns and firms in New England.

R. BR. Stearns & Co H. Zottman& Co George A. Churchill Tate A Ge D. Bellrose W. J. Henderson F. Henry Parker & Co J. W. O'Sullivan Ff. Collins Gosselin Bros W. FP Hall George Loveland & Co Westford Price Br Baxeter KH. Stearns & Co W. H. Zottman & Co Taft & Co J. G. Hellrowe HK. Collins W. PB. Hall Price Bros Wairfax Irith & Son Keeler’s Kay Keeler Bros

Kirkpatrick and Lawrence Win Doubles Championship

Kirkpatrick and Lawrence defeated Hracket and fort in a slow final to claim the doubles title at the tennis tournament. The match ended 648-3 in a decisive finish sealing the doubles championship for Kirkpatrick and Lawrence.

Kirkpatrick Lawrence Hracket Fort Lawrence Supreme Court

Obituaries and Death Notices from Wijlitton Area

In Wijlitton on May 25 Mary Ann Isham aged 63 wife of Addison Isham died. Marshall died May 27 at 2 Mutisfield avenue aged 74. Hale died May 27 at home 4% Litkin street Mary Hale aged 479?

Isham Wijlitton Mary Ann Addison Isham Marshall Lord Mutisfield Avenue Hale Mary Itkin Street

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