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The Carleton Sentinel, The Dispatch and The Press Newspapers were published
in the Town of Woodstock, N.B.

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Press Newspaper July 9, 1885
Last Thursday Charles Miller, aged 63 years, accidently got his head between the spokes of a moving sloven. Before the horse could be stopped Miller was carried around with the wheel until his head struck the iron axle, by which his skull was crushed behind the ear. He was carried home in an unconscious condition, and Drs. Connell, Smith and Sprague attended him. At an early hour on Monday morning he died. He leaves a wife and family who have the sympathy of the community in their sad bereavement.
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Press Newspaper July 9, 1885
A SAD EVENT
A correspondent in Lower Woodstock, send us the following account of a very sad event that occurred there recently:
On the evening of the 22nd of June, about half-past seven o'clock, Minnie H. Porter, of Lower Woodstock, was missed from her father's dwelling, about ten minutes before a very heavy shower occurred. Her parents became very anxious, but thinking she had gone to her sister's residence, in the same neighborhood, delayed sending for her until morning, when they found she had not been there.
A party of men immediately went to look for her, and searched the fields, woods and the river, but in vain; no trace could be found of her. They continued searching until Sunday, the 28th, when her body was found seven miles below in the river, near Walter Patterson's landing, in the Parish of Canterbury, by a lad fishing. Coroner Cronkhite was sent for, and on his arrival summoned a jury, and as it was late in the evening it was arranged to hold an inquest next morning. The body was examined by Dr. Welling of Canterbury, who testified that the deceased came to her death by drowning. The jury rendered a verdict of death by drowning; cause not known.
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Press Newspaper July 9, 1885
WEDDING BELLS
At six o'clock this morning St. Luke's bell rung a merry peal, announcing that a happy couple had just been united in the bonds of holy matrimony, before the altar in the Church. The bridegroom was John R. Tompkins, Esq., and the bride was Mrs. Frances C. Mills. The bridegroom was attended by J. Norman Winslow, Esq., and the bride was attended by her sister Miss Lee, of St. John. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Canon Deveber, of St. John, and the bride was given away by her brother S. Herbert Lee, Esq. Immediately after the completion of the ceremony, the bridal party started on their wedding tour.
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Press Newspaper June 25, 1885
Mrs. John Kay, of Waterville, did a brave act last Wednesday afternoon, and in all probability saved the life of a child of ten years of age__the youngest daughter of J. T. Fletcher. The child was on her way home from school in company with some other small children and in order to avoid the mud, as she was crossing the bridge which spans the mill pond, she kept as close to the railing as possible. When nearly half way across by an unlucky mistep her foot went outside the edge of the bridge, and quick as a flash her body dropped under the railing and into the water about six feet below.
The other children were too small to render any assistance, but called for help. Mrs. Kay, who lives near the end of the bridge, heard the call and sped to the rescue. In coming up the second time the child's hands had clasped the end of a piece of timber jutting from the bridge but was unable to keep her head above the water. Mrs. Kay managed to get upon the piece of timber, but it sank with her weight; she persevered, however, and reached the child__the end of the timber being sunk fully two feet under her__and succeeded in getting her out of the water before other help arrived. The child was in the water some time, and but for Mrs. Kay's presence of mind and bravery, would have drowned.
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Press Newspaper June 25, 1885
A little child of Geo. Dent's had a narrow escape from death one day last week, by falling through a scuttle hole, a distance of eight feet. Although the child's life was despaired of at first, it now considered out of danger, and doing well.
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Press Newspaper June 25, 1885
Messrs. W. A. Mooers and W. L. Alterton, Photographers, desirous to secure views of the magnificent scenery of the river St. John between Woodstock and the City of St. John, recently fitted up a strong raft, on which they placed a " Photographic Studio " sufficiently large to allow them ample room for their instruments and work-room, and also to furnish them with comfortable cooking and sleeping apartments. They expect to spend several weeks on the cruise. Preparations had been made to start from Upper Woodstock last Monday morning, but owing to the heavy winds that have prevailed this week their craft is still at anchor.
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Press Newspaper June 25, 1885
An interesting event occurred at St. Gertrude's Church Wednesday morning, and another name was added to the ever-increasing roll of the noble army of benedicts, we refer to the marriage of Mr. John McDonagh, our popular young livery stable proprietor, to Miss Mamie Lenehan. There was a large attendance to witness the ceremony which was performed by Rev. Father Murry.
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 Royal Gazette Feb 12, 1828  
On Tuesday last, the Supreme Court commenced its Hilary Term.  Immediately after the opening of the Court, an arrangement was made for attending to the Crown business on Thursday.  On that day the Court was at an early hour, thronged with Spectators, who attended, apparently in expectations of hearing something relative to the business of John Baker and others, which, for some time past has exicted so much attention.

The Grand Jury, having the day preceding, presented two Bills of Indictment, one against John Baker and two others, for a conspiracy and seditious practices, and another against Baker and six others, for a riot, assault and rescue at Madawaska, Baker was brought up, and charged upon those indictments, to which, after some observations, which he repectfully made to the Court (denying its Jurisdiction) he plead severally not guility; and upon his stating that he was not prepared, either with witnesses or Counsel, to proceed to trial, at his request the Court ordered the causes to stand over until the next Term, and that he should find Bail for his apperance then to prosecute his traversers with effect.  The sum, upon the suggestion of the Attorney General, was fixed at 50 pounds in each cause, that is to say, the Defendant in that sum, and two surities in 25 pounds each. 
Mr Samuel Nevers was nominated by the Defendant as one of his Bail, who was instantly approved of, but not being present, Mr Baker was told, that he could name another surety with Mr Nevers to the Attorney general, and that the Court would at any time when he should be ready, admit him to Bail.   Processes were ordered against the other Defendants, and the next day the Crown witnesses, were recognised for their appearances at the next Term, and dismissed,--

The Attorney general declining to press for the trial of the information filed against Baker at the last Term, as it appeared to be his wish, that the whole of the charges should be postponed until then.   There was another Indictment presented against Joesph Arnold and 12 others, for a riot, assault, and false imprisonment of a constable, in the execution of his office on the River Restook, in the September last, nine of whom appeared, and processes were there upon ordered against them.   We heard the Attorney General moving the Court upon several affidavits which be exhibited, for Rules for the Madawaska Intruders to appear to the Informations heretofore filed against them and also for a compulsory process against Baker, for not having appeared to a like Information, for intrusion under former rule; all of which were erdered accordingly.   Baker was brought up, and gave Bail in the three Prosecutions, and was discharged.

Royal Gazette Dec 11, 1833  
To be sold at Public Auction, at Harvey's Hotel in Woodstock on Thursday the 12th day of June next, between the hours of 12 and 5 in the afternoon.   All the estate, right, title, interest, claim and demand of John Baker, of in and to a certain tract of land on which he resides, in Madawaska, containing about 200 acres, with a double Saw Mill, Grist Mill, Two Story Dwelling House, Large Frame Barn, Sheds and Out Houses built thereon:
The said Farm being bounded on the East side by land owned by Fierman Thibadiau and on the West by Nathaniel Bartlett's land and with the aforesaid improvements has been taken on Execution issued out of the Supreme Court , at the suit of Samuel Nevers, against the said John Baker, for the sum of 306 pounds 11 Shillings 1 pence.  
J. F. W. Winslow, Sheriff. Woodstock December 4, 1833.
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Above article thanks to Norm DeMerchant.
                                   

Press Newspaper Jan 13, 1890
A FINE HOUSE
We are pleased to notice the signs of improvement going on in our midst. In the line of house building our Town steps well to the front, the general character of the houses erected this season being of substantial structure. On Chapel street stands the house of Mr. Jas. W. Wolverton, which was erected during the past season.
The building is entirely finished within, but has yet to receive its outward completing touches. The main house is 26 x 36 ft. with an ell 20 x 30 ft., and a barn 18 x 30 ft. attached. The house is two and a half storeys high. It rests on a stone foundation, with a fine cellar under the main building. The exterior shows two bay windows, one dormer window, and a varandah, is yet to be constructed. Within are spacious halls, comfortable sitting rooms, and a parlor, which is a double room and finished with a graceful arch. The bedrooms are spacious, and fitted with the indispensable closet. But the conveniences which we have now in thoroughly fitting up a house have not been neglected in this one.
In the basement is one of Connell Bros. furnaces, which effectively heats the house. The electric fluid, supplied by Mr. Fisher's dynamas, illuminates the house. A bath room complete in all its arrangements, is a valuable adjunct to the dwelling. Both hot and cold water are supplied by the plumbing arrangements. These are very complete and were done by Fewer Bros. Mr. Enoch Marsten was master builder, and has done his work in a very satisfactory manner, which evinces his ability as a skilful mechanic. The masonry and plastering were performed by Messrs. Steeves & Son. Mr. Charles Parker , as painter, has made a fine display of his ability in that work.
Mr. Woolverton proposes to accommodate any persons wishing a quiet and comfortable boarding place.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
MARRIAGES
Hannah-Harmon.-At the residence of the bride's father, Mr. Andrew Irvine, Andover, N.B., Jan 21st., 1890, by Rev. S. D. Irvine, brother of the bride, Mr. Robert Hannah of Jacksonville, Carleton County, to Mrs. Mary L. FE. Harmon, of Andover, Victoria County, N.B.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
DEATHS
Williams.-At Long Settlement, December 29th, 1889, after a long illness of consumption, Mrs. Joseph W. Williams in the 35th year of her age, leaving a sorrowing husband and three children to mourn the loss of a loving wife and affectionate mother. Her end is peace.
A precious one from us has gone,
A voice we loved is stilled,
A place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled.
(St.John papers please copy.)
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
Miller.-At Bedell Settlement, Richmond, on Thursday, Jan 23rd., of scarlet fever, Mary Jane, aged two years, daughter of William and Jane Miller.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
Plummer.-At Upper Woodstock, Jan 10th, Julia C. Plummer, aged 31 years, daughter of the late A. C. Plummer.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
Clynick.-On the 21st January, of consumption, Amanda M., daughter of George and Lorena Clynick, of Southhampton, aged 24 years.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
Nevers.-On Tuessday, January 28th, Alexander Nevers, Postmaster at Hartland, aged 37 years.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
Barnaby.-At Waterford, Digby Co., Nova Scotia, John Barnaby, in the 90th year of his age.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
Jewett.-At his residence, Woodstock, on Monday, January 29th, of pneumonia superventing influenza, Edward B. Jewett, in the 41st year of his age. He leaves a wife, one son and two daughters to mourn their sad bereavement.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
McLennan.-At Woodstock, January 28th, of consumption, James M. McLennan, aged 36 years and 7 months. Deceased was a native of Charlottetown, P.E.I.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
Bull.-At Woodstock, on the 22nd ult., of congestion of the lungs, Francis W. Bull, aged 59 years.
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
Bull.-At Woodstock, January 12th, from injuries received while falling a tree, William A. Bull, eldest son of Albert A. and Jennie M. Bull, aged 21 years, 1 1 month and 22 days. ( Fredericton papers please copy.)
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
CARNIVAL
The exhibition of the beautiful prizes to be awarded for the finest costumes had the effect of attracting a large audience to the Rink on Thursday evening, January 23rd. The music was excellent, the Rink comfortable, and the evening a very enjoyable one.

Press Newspaper April 14, 1890
CALLED SUDDENLY
A thrill was sent through the town yesterday by the sudden death of Zebulon J. Currey. He had been troubled with symptoms of heart disease since last summer and yesterday complained of dizziness. He had walked with Asa Dow, Esq., down to Dow's Hotel, and returning, when within a few rods of his house fell. He was seen from the window by Mrs. Currey, who ran out and with other assistance helped him into the house. He only lived a few minutes, passing away very peacefully. He was a native of Queensbury, York Co., had been for many years inspector of bridges on the N. B. Railway. He was a very kind, peaceful and pleasant man, a member of the Baptist church from early life.
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Press Newspaper April 14, 1890
THE VOICE
Miss M. B. Sharp has recently returned from New York, where she had again been prosecuting her studies in vocal culture under the celebrated Prof. Pattou:
This talented young lady has made the cultivation of the voice a life study, accompanying with it of course the pianoforte. To a voice, naturally rich and sweet, she has given years of culture. She will take pupils either in Pianoforte or Voice, and we have pleasure in referring to one so competent. It is not for singers alone to study the voice; public speakers wear themselves out prematurely, because they do not know how to use the voice without abusing it.
Miss Lizzie Sharp who has also been taking instructions on the Violin from one of the best teachers in New York, will take a limited number of pupils on that instrument.
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Press Newspaper April 14, 1890
DEATH OF DAVID O. PARKS
David O. Parks died at his home March 25th, 1890, aged eighty years and three months. Deceased was born at Wakefield, Carleton County, in 1809. He moved with his parents to Fort Fairfield, Aroostook County. At that time there was no communication or any road, except along the shore, from what is now Caribou Village to Aroostook Junction, and in consequence the deceased was subject to a great many hardships and privations. His parents gave him a liberal education, and he at one time wrote some history of Fort Fairfield, in which he was aided by Mrs. A. C. Paul, and which appeared in the Aurora, a paper that was published at Fort Fairfield. His religious sentiments were Free Christian Baptist. He leaves a large connection of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. His remains were interred near his late home.
Even down to old age all my people shall prove
My sovereign eternal unchangeable love ;
And when hoary hairs shall their temples adorn,
Like lambs they shall still on my bosom be borne.
California Settlement, April 6, 1890.
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Press Newspaper Feb 17, 1890
SEVENTY YEARS OF NEW BRUNSWICK'S LIFE
This is the title of the book soon to be published by Lieut. Col. Baird.
In the preface the author says " the experiences of life extending over a period of three score and ten years obtained by contract with the ever varying phrases, social , commercial, political and military incidental to the growth of a young colony should enable one tolerably observant to present much that would be interesting and instructive to the general reader." Col. Baird is familiar with the history of the country by personal knowledge, and his book should be a valuable addition to our provincial history.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Births
Grant.-At Woodstock, N.B., Jan 17th, the wife of George Grant of a son.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
DEATHS
Seaborn.-At Houlton, Maine, on the 4th instant, William H. Seaborn, aged 49 years and 11 months, a brother of R. H. Seaborn of this Town.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Mills.-In the Parish of Woodstock, Jan 16, 1890, of scarlet fever, Morrel Mills, aged 4 years, 10 months, and 22 days. Also, Jan 23, Mary Jane Mills, aged 2 years and 15 days, children of Wm. and Jennie Mills.
Safe in the arms of Jesus
Safe on his gentle breast,
There by his love o'ershadowed,
Sweetly their souls shall rest.
(Sentinel please copy)
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Walker.-At Woodstock, on the 1st instant, of pneumonia, James D. Walker, in the 49th year of age.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Shaw.-At Lower Wakefield, Jan 31st. 1890, of influenza, Anna Pearl, aged 7 months and 2 days, only child of Burrel T. and Hilda M. Shaw.
" Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven. "
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Maxtead.-At his residence, Woodstock, on Tuesday, Feb 4th, Richard Maxtead, aged 76 years. Mr. Maxtead was a native of Kent, England, and came to this country in 1832. He leaves a widow and three children.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Everett.-At Rockland, Carleton County, Feb 2nd, of La Grippe, Frances M., wife of James Everett, in the 80th year of her age.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Clark.-At Lansdowne, Carleton County, on Jan 29th, William Henry Clark, aged 63 years. His end was peace.
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Press Newspaper April 16, 1897
T. Bohan, Bath, has rebuilt his mill which was carried away by the freshet last spring, has a rotary in operation and is putting in a shingle machine.
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Press Newspaper April 16, 1897
George Seymour has taken the barber shop lately occupied by A. A. Collins where he invites his old friends and lots of new ones to come and see him.
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Press Newspaper April 16, 1897
William McDonald has finished a warehouse on Queen Street, opposite the Press Office, where he has on sale a variety of agricultural implements. Plows, Harrows, Cultivators and Churns are the most prominent at this season.
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Press Newspaper April 16, 1897
William Lister has taken the shop recently occupied by Marshall Graves, over H. N. Payson's store; he has furnished and fitted it up in a most magnificient style and will conduct a first class hair dressing establishment. First class hands will be in attendance and all who patronize him will receive prompt attention.
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Press Newspaper April 16, 1897
James, Thomas, jr., John and Catherine O'Donnell, all of Johnville, were before the Police Magistrate, Friday, charged with aggravated assault. His worship considered the charges against James and Thomas, jr., well founded and committed them for trial at the next term of the circuit court.
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Press Newspaper Jan 11, 1897
A pair of horses belonging to Wm. Montgomery broke through the ice on the Grafton shore Saturday morning and came near being drowned. They were not rescued till Albert Hayden, who saw the accident from his mill on this side of the river, had crossed over and assisted in getting them out.
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Press Newspaper Jan 11, 1897
A race for 1 mile, on rollers, has been arranged between Geo. Law, Houlton,(Champion Maine flyer), and H. Craig, otherwise known as "Pud" Craig, of this town, ( a flyer too ), for Wednesday evening, Jan 20th. Anyone may skate before and after race, which will be called at 8. Admission to race will be 25 cents.
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Press Newspaper March 3, 1890
IN MEMORIAM
Mrs. E. Bubar Died at Brainard, Minnesota, 9th Feb., 1890, Aged 32 Years.
Quite a gloom fell upon this neighborhood on Tuesday last, when the sad news reached us from Brainard, Minnesota, of the death there of Mrs. E. Bubar ( nee Isabella Nicolson), aged 32 years, after an illness of two weeks. Deceased died on the 9th Feb., from a severe attack of typhoid fever and pneumonia, and leaves a husband and two sons to bewail their loss. These children themselves had just recovered from typhoid fever, when their mother was called away, but a third, the youngest, proceeded her to the spirit land a few days before her own dissolution. What rendered the visitation all the more distressing was, that at the time of Mrs. Bubar's death. Mr. Bubar was himself laid on a bed of sickness, and consequently was unable to follow his wife's remains to their resting place.
Deceased was born in South Richmond, being the youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Nicolson, two of our oldest settlers here, and still in the enjoyment of the love and esteem of all, who have known them through a long life. She passed her childhood and early years of maidenhood on the old homestead, and had many dear friends in this neighborhood, to say nothing of her immediate relatives and connections, by all of whom she is now remembered with feelings of affectionate regard and tender recollection mingled with fond regret. The deepest sympathy is felt by all for her aged and infirm parents, over whose declining years such a mournful shadow has been cast.
It is at all times, of course, sad to part in death from those around whom our tenderest sympathies have been entwined, to stand by the bed side of expiring loved ones, whose suffering, alas ! we can often do little to alleviate. Yet it is some consolution to be there; to smooth the pillow for the aching head; to cool the fevered brow ; to moisten the parched lips; and, while the gradually sinking pulse and impeded breathing and heaving bosom and glazing eye give tokens of the ?rending of the cords of life, to feel at least that we are there with the departing one. But it was not to be. Other hands than ours were to discharge those labors of love; to weave the chaplet of flowers; to strew the beauties of nature over our child's grave. Still it is hard, very hard to bear. Even sackcloth and ashes are faint emblems of our sorrow, but thank God, we shall meet again. Till then, when our own change shall come our thoughts will often go back sadily, but we must not ?epiningly, to her who was once the joy and light of our home, and who now
"Midst the forest of the west
By a dark stream is laid."
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Kirkland, Feb. 27, 1890
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Press Newspaper March 3, 1890
MATRIMONIAL
At Seattle, on the afternoon of New Year's day, Miss Louise M. Noble and Mr. George W. Shaw were married at the residence of his uncle. Both the bride and groom are natives of the Parish of Brighton, in this County; their early acquaintance ripened into tender affection, which distance did not cool. Mr. Shaw went to the Pacific Coast about four years ago, and by industry and economy has worked up a successful business. Miss Noble was known as one of the most successful teachers in the County; she left here in December, and reached Seattle on the morning of her bridal day. The wedding was attended by a large number of guests, and the happy bride was the recipient of many valuable presents, including a fine piano, the gift of the groom. They made their residence at Snohomish City. The Press expresses its warmest wishes for the future happiness of bride and groom.
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Press Newspaper March 3, 1890
Another pleasant social event has been added to the many which happen among the fair sons and daughters of Carleton Co. The principal parties were Wm. E. Puddington, of Victoria Corner, and Ella M. Johnston, only daughter of Mrs. Stephen Taylor of Jacksonville. The ceremony took place at 6 p.m., on Thursday, the 27th inst., at the home of the bride, where a bountiful repast was provided. The service was performed by the Rev. Thos. Todd. The bridegroom was attended by Mr. Wm. M. Austin, of Woodstock, and the bride by Miss Ada M. Churchill of the same place.
The bride wore a rich dress of white cashmere, old rose silk and Oriental lace, with suitable necklace, and white kid gloves and white kid slippers. Miss Churchill wore cream nun's veiling, pink silk, and Oriental lace, with necklace to suit, and white kid gloves and slippers. The bride was the recipient of many valuable tokens of the high respect in which she is held. It was a grand affair, an enjoyable season, and an event long to be remembered.
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Press Newspaper March 3, 1890
The home of Dr. and Mrs. Boyd, in Linneus, was the scene of a very pleasant event on Tuesday of this week, says the Aroostook Pioneer, the occasion being the marriage of their only daughter, Linette I., to Dr. W. H. Hand, of Woodstock, N.B., Rev. C. L. Haskell of Houlton officiating. Only a few of the immediate relatives of the contracting parties were present. The bride was kindly remembered by the many of her friends. The newly made couple depart on Thursday for their future home in Woodstock.
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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
D. F. Merritt, P.G. M., assisted by C. A. Lewin, P. M., and John Sutton, Sec. of Woodstock Lodge, oranized an Orange Lodge at Debec Saturday, 1st instant, to be known as "Debec, No. 87."

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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
A few days ago a pair of handsome deer were caught near Monticello. John Conner and Wm. McKinley have purchased them, and they are now in the care of Mr. McKinley. One is a three years old doe, and the other a two years old buck. They seem quite reconciled to their captivity, and already their natural timidity is wearing off.
H. V. Dalling's deer, which he has had about a year, died lately; it had become quite domesticated and was very pretty and much admired.
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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
R. Cessford Carr, Hartland, was one of the successful Students who graduated at the recent examination of the Philadelphia Dental College.
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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
DEATH OF MRS. ROBERT HAY
On Sunday last, in the afternoon, at the home of her son, A. Wilmot Hay, Lower Woodstock, passed away one who was well known for her christian character and life, Mrs. Robert Hay. She had been a sufferer for some years, during which time she ever manifested christian resignation and faith. Congestion, following by an attack of the prevailing epidemic, was the immediate cause of her death. On Tuesday the body was laid to rest beside that of her husband in the Kirk cemetery at Northampton. Rev. M. R. Knight conducted the services at the house-Com.
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Press Newspaper Jan 11, 1897
Sad and Sudden
Very sad was the sudden death of Miss Nellie A. Fisher on Saturday morning. She had been ill several days with quiusey, but on Friday evening her throat was discharging freely, and feeling better than she had been. About 11 o'clock she asked her sister for a drink, and remarked that she could swallow easily. At five o'clock Saturday morning her sister spoke to her and getting no answer felt her hand, and finding it cold she sent for the doctor, when it was found that the vital spark was extinct. The doctors say she died of heart failure.
She was a pretty, bright, and pleasant girl, very much beloved. She was nearly 18 years of age. The funeral takes place this afternoon at 2 30 o'clock.

Press Newspaper Jan 25, 1897
IN MEMORIUM
Mr. William Cluff one of the oldest residents of Bloomfield, died on Sunday January 10th. He was born in the County of Fermanagh, Ireland, on Christmas Day 1809, and came out to this country when a young man, he first engaged in farming in Northampton, afterward removing to the Parish of Wakefield, where he remained for several years, leaving there he came to Bloomfield, and was one of the first farmers in opening a settlement . He settled on a farm when the means of transportation were very meagre, but by diligently toiling on in company with the few settlers, and building roads, he helped to make Bloomfield what it is today.
He had been in feeble health for some years but was not considered dangerously ill. On Sunday morning he seemed as well as usual but complained of weakness of the heart, of which he had been troubled frequently of late. He had partaken of some medicine, and those attending in going to another room on an errand, and returning found him in a sinking condition from which he immediately expired.
His remains were interred in the Methodist burying ground, service being held by the Rev. Mr. Flewelling.
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Press Newspaper Jan 25, 1897
William Cunningham, of Woodstock, N.B., who has been in the employ of James Crandall, while at work in the woods at Sm???a last Wednesday met with a severe and painful accident. He was felling a tree which, in falling, slid on the stump, hitting Mr. Cunningham and breaking and crushing one of his legs so badly that it will probably have to be amputated. He was conveyed to his home on Thursday.-(Aroostook Pioneer.)
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Press Newspaper April 30, 1888
JACKSONTOWN
Mr. Archibald Plummer, jr. met with a bad accident last Friday while taking a load of saw logs to Hayden's mill, Woodstock. One of the logs, , in unloading with a cant dog, fell on the toes of his right foot and hurt them terribly, compressing them flat. As it happened there was a doctored in the house when he reached home. They were properly attended to, and it is to be hoped may be recovered without losing any of them.

Mrs. Hugh Hamilton, 2nd Tier, had a very dangerous attack of "Hemoptis" or spitting of blood, whilst in a precarious family condition the other day. Drs. Reynolds and Sprague were called in, and the danger for the time averted. The latter doctor will attend upon her, under whose skilled management it is to be hoped she will recover.

The Jacksontown fourth tier road is in a very muddy condition, and very poor going for waggons.

Large flocks of sheep have gone down the fourth tier road lately. On Wednesday, 25th instant, there was an immense drove, driven by Mr. W. Armstrong of Williamstown, of very fine animals.

Wife_"Charles, did you say that we must replace that carpet by a new one?" Husband__"Yes, dear, I saw a fine assortment today, and G. W. Vanwart is now selling his goods at greatly reduced prices.

Webster's Unabridged is acknowledged to be the standard authority.
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Press Newspaper April 30, 1888
Lansdowne
We are having beautiful weather.
This morning the neighborhood was aroused by an invitation sent broadcast over the community to meet at our esteemed friend's, George Quick, at a candy party. By evening the good people could be seen making their way thither, and when the writer got there he found about forty as happy looking people as he ever saw surrounding an abundance of candy. I saw a young lady putting a young man's moustache up in candy and I wondered if she was putting it there for future use. After ample justice had been done to the candy we had some of the sweetest music and speeches that I ever listened. Then we all left wishing Mr. and Mrs. Quick many happy returns of the present evening's entertainment.
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Press Newspaper March 24, 1890
Smith, the seven year old son of Luther Dow, brakeman on the N. B. R., was drowned Wednesday afternoon. He was coasting on the bank of the river just at the mouth of the creek where the swift current had worn away the ice but left the crust; when the little's sled came onto this crust, he broke through and was carried under by the current. Diligent efforts have been made to recover the body but without avail.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Golden Chimes
A very enjoyable event was that on the evening of 19th December, 1889, when the family and a number of friends of Wm. J. Boyer and wife met at their residence in Somerville, Carleton County, to join in the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage. After tea the gathering was called to order.
E. M. Shaw, Esq., brother of Mrs. Boyer, took the chair, and Mr. H. N. Boyer, their eldest son, was chosen secretary. After a few introductory remarks by the chairman, a very appropriate extemporaneous address was given by G. W. Boyer, Esq., in which he spoke of the kindness and faithfulness of God through their exceptionally long wedded life, and was responded to in a feeling manner by both Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Boyer.
The exercises of the evening consisted of the reading by Miss Boyer of the 95th Psalm from a Prayer Book that has been in the Boyer family for about two hundred years, singing, prayer and very interesting social converse.
Many tales of the olden time were told. Among the selections was the very appropriate song, " When you and I were young, Maggie, " by Miss Alberta Tracy, their grand-daughter.
In the course of the evening the the bridal dress, and some other adornments worn by the bride fifty years ago, were shown; also a part of a china set, which was a present from the groom on that auspicious day so long ago.
Notable among the guests was Mrs. Ezekiel Sipprell, sister of the bride, being the only person present who witnessed the ceremony. Feeling reference was made to their son, Rev. A. B. Boyer, and his mission work in India. Some very handsome gifts were received, and at 10:30, p. m., the guests dispersed all feeling that a very enjoyable evening had been spent.__Com.

Press Newspaper Feb 17, 1890
A Runaway on Main Street created quite an excitement for a little while about eleven o'clock today. A pair of horses with a load of hay behind them, came rushing down the hill, aimed pretty straight for the Fountain and demolished it, upsetting the hay and the horses. No serious damage was done to the team.
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Press Newspaper March 24, 1890
Miss Boyer, Florenceville, who was attending the Normal School, Fredericton, died of inflammation of the brain in that city on the 18th inst. Her remains were brought home for interment.
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Press Newspaper March 24, 1890
While at Millville about ten days ago, H. N. Connell, Northampton, slipped and fell on the ice, receiving some injuries; inflammation of the stomach has since set in, and at present he is suffering greatly.
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Press Newspaper March 24, 1890
Wm. Palmer, of Middle Simonds, one of the oldest residents, died at his home yesterday morning, after an illness of about three weeks. His funeral will take place to-morrow afternoon at two o'clock from his late residence.
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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
On Wednesday of last week Tommy Armstrong was examined before the Police Magistrate on a charge of stealing $30 from Wm. H. Atherton, and committed to jail for trial at next County Court.
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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
Wm. McDonald has a large crew of men cutting and storing ice. Billy is a hustler, and those who intend putting in ice for next Summer's use, will find him as obliging and ubiquitous as usual.
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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
Building operations have already commenced. Geo. N. Clark has a crew of men at work (S. Green, foreman,) on his house on Elm street. The house is 25 x 30, ell 17 x 32, and barn 20 x 30. He expects to occupy it by the first of May.
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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
W. Haliburton Morse returned home Tuesday, having attended the required courses at the Philadelphia Dental College, and successfully passed a most searching examination, in which an unusually large number failed. He intends opening an office here for the practice of his profession.
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Press Newspaper March 10, 1890
The unusually large number of men and boys who were to be seen staggering about the streets last week, under the overpowering influence of "tarantula juice," does not speak volumes for a Scott Act Town__as Woodstock is supposed to be. Where is Inspector McClintock ?
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Press Newspaper March 17, 1890
On Thursday Ed. Shaughnessy received by telegraph the sad news of his sister's death in Bangor. He left by train the same evening to attend her funeral.
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Press Newspaper March 17, 1890
David Burtt, of Centreville, sowed 22 bushels of Russian oats last May with a drill seeder in one field, 2 1/2 bushels to the acre, and thrashed of the same 630 bushels, weighing 34 pounds to the bushel; will some one beat that.
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Press Newspaper March 17, 1890
The Glasgow House, the oldest in the trade, has lately been brightened up and made as fine in appearance as paint can make it. The many patrons of this establishment will be pleased to see the proprietor, Hugh Hay, again at his post after his severe illness.
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Press Newspaper Jan 20, 1890
VICTORIA HOTEL
Since Mr. Boyer purchased the Victoria Hotel he has been constantly improving it, until now he has, in proportion with other institutions of the town, a hotel commodious, convenient and comfortable, and a large comfortable stable in connection. His rooms are good size, airy in summer and comfortable in winter. He has spared no cost to have his house thoroughly fitted with modern improvements, and has recently added a large bathroom for the comfort of his increasing number of patrons. He has for some time had his house partly lighted by electricity and is now extending incandescent lamps to every room and also to the stables. Mr. Boyer has shown a good deal of enterprise in fitting up and furnishing his hotel, and has now every convenience that commercial or other travellers can require.
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Press Newspaper April 14, 1890
Andrew Blackie, Benton, has leased his farm and with Mrs. Blackie gone to Lowell, Mass., to spend a year with their son and daughters.
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Press Newspaper April 14, 1890
Daniel Murphy, who has been for many years employed at the wood-working factory leaves to-day for the west, where he has secured a good situation.
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Press Newspaper April 14, 1890
Geo. Kimball, Windsor, lost his house by fire last Tuesday. Mr. Kimball and children being the only ones about the place nearly everything in the house was burned with it.
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Press Newspaper April 14, 1890
The officers of Jubilee Divisions, S. of T., for the current quarter are:

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Press Newspaper April 14, 1890
Coles Dugan's house, Lower Woodstock, was burned Tuesday afternoon. The fire is believed to have caught from the flue. Mr. Dugan was in the barn when the fire caught, there was no one in the house; when he heard the fire the flames had made such headway that they could not be stayed. Nearly all the furniture was saved. The loss is partially covered by insurance.
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Press Newspaper May 15, 1893

Coles Dugan Business Ad, Woodstock, N.B.

Press Newspaper Jan 13, 1890
FATAL ACCIDENT
Willard Bull, while falling a tree in the woods last Monday, cut the top off a cedar which was in his way. When the tree fell it came towards him, and stepping back to clear it he was forced on to the stump of the cedar, which punctured his body. He was extricated from this painful position and surgical aid summoned; he lingered through suffering until yesterday when the injury proved fatal. He was a son of Albert Bull, living three miles below the Town. He was a smart young man, 21 years of age, and much sympathy is felt for the family in their sad bereavement.
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Press Newspaper Jan 13, 1890
WEDDING BELLS
St. Lukes church was well filled this morning at 11 o'clock, when Rev. Scovil Neales, rector of Temperancevale, led to the altar Miss Maggie F. Bull. The handsome bride was charming apparelled in a pretty blue cloth dress, travelling directoire style, and white felt hat. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Alice Bull, attired in a brown cloth dress and white felt hat. The groom was assisted by his brother, Kortright Neales. The ceremony was conducted by canon Neales, brother of the groom. After the ceremony the bridal party and invited guests repaired to the residence of the bride's mother, where lunch was served, after which the bride and groom left for their future home at Temperancevale. Presents, rich, costly and useful were received from the numerous friends of the bride from the farthest shore of the continent, showing the high esteem and tender affection entertained for this estimable young lady whatever she is known.
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Press Newspaper Jan 13, 1890
The many friends of C. S. Patterson will bve pleased to learn that he has safely reached his destination in Central America, and is already filling a favorable situation.
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Press Newspaper Jan 13, 1890
William Hale has been seriously ill for several days.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Jas. McAnna lost his celebrated stallion, Mainbrino Monarch, a week ago last Saturday. He slipped in the stable and injured himself so badly that he was considered hopeless of recovery and had to be shot.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
Chas. Thorton, while working in the woods on Tobique for Messrs. Nixon last Monday cut a severe gash in his foot and had to return home to Woodstock.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
We have received late papers from G. H. Clynick, Missoula; Mrs. E. Hutchinson, Wisconsin; E. G. Milbury, New York, and G. A. Hagarty, from St. Paul.
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Press Newspaper Feb 10, 1890
P. A. Watson's biddy starts out with the first big egg; it measures 6 1/2 by 7 1/2 inches in circumference, and was laid in a cold time, for that sort of business on a large scale.
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Press Newspaper Jan 6, 1890
Mrs. S. A. Baker received a present a few days ago, of a very handsome hooked floor mat, 34 x 52 inches,
from Mrs. Michael Campbell of Jacksonville, a lady of 72 years of age, who did all the work on it, which gave increased value to the present.
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Press Newspaper Jan 6, 1890
I. O. O. F.
On Thursday evening last C. S. Woodling, D. D., assisted by the Grand Officers, installed the following officers of Carleton Lodge, No. 41, I. O. O. F., for the ensuing term:

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Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Alfred Webber, brakeman on the N.B. R., met with a serious accident at Debec last Thursday; while uncoupling cars his foot slipped and he fell, one leg laying across the rail was crushed under the moving wheels and very badly injured. Dr. Best, of Debec, was summoned and found amputation necessary; Dr. Smith, Woodstock, was sent for and assisted in amputating the leg. The sufferer is doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances.
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Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Jos. Faulkner , section foreman, was going up on a pump car, saturday, when two miles south of Florenceville, turning a short curve he ran into a special coming south. he had a leg and an arm broken; he was taken to Florenceville and cared for.
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Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Marriages
McBride-Dalling.-On January 15th, at the residence of Mrs. Thos. McBride, by the Rev. A. W. Teed,
Emma Jane McBride, to Hugh Conway Dalling, both of Richmond, Carleton Co.
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Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Grear - Branscomb.-At the manse, Glassville, on the 25th inst., by the Rev. J. K. Beirsto,
Mr. Charles A. Branscomb, of Knowlesville, to Miss Sarah Grear, of Cold Stream, Carleton Co.
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DEATHS
Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Kirk.-At Woodstock, on Saturday, January 18th, of rheumatism, Harriet Violet, aged 7 years, 3 months and 10 days, eldest child of Thomas and Annie Kirk.
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Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Alexander.-At Cambridgeport, Mass., on January 8th, Mrs. Mark Alexander, aged 55 years, formerly of Jacksonville, Carleton County, N.B.
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Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Cogswell.-At Maple Grove, Me., Jan 7th, 1890, after an illness of nine days, of scarlet fever. David Leon, aged 5 years, 4 months and 14 days, eldest son of William and Mary E. Cogswell. Sermon preached by Elders Thos. Kenny and W. P. Varney; text John 11:12.
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Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Bull.-On Jan 12th C. William A. Bull, eldest son of Albert A. and Jenny M. Bull, aged 21 years, one month and 22 days.
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Press Newspaper Jan 27, 1890
Williams.-At Long Settlement, on December 29th, after a protracted illness, brone with christian fortitude, Mrs. Joseph W. Williams, in the 35th year of her age. (St. John papers please copy.)
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Press Newspaper Feb 3, 1890
COUNTY COUNCIL
In our report of the proceedings of the County Council, the following petition submitted by Coun. Cooper was omitted:
We, the undersigned ratepayers of the Parish of Brighton, beg leave most respectfully to recommend John Tedlie and M. P. Orser as suitable men for Assessors of Rates for this Parish for the year 1890
Respectfully Yours,

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