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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

We clip the following from the Hartford, Ct, |
Courant, sterling Wing paper. New Hampshire
Democracy is a huie the greatest humbug ever
heard Of. One good thing, however, comes of il
Vermont takes warning by her villainy--it furnish
es our state good beacon whereby 10 avoid the en-
gul6ng vortex of the very worst Of Locofocoism
Resolutions of The Netc Hampshire Locofo-
co Stcte Courention.-I. Resolved, That a
strong, unwavering attachment to the forms,
principles and advantages oil republican govern
ment, and desire 10 ertend them TO as many
individuals, and ouer as broad surface as
possible are now, as they ever have been, the
great characteristics Of American Democracy.
We agree with the New Hampshire Dcmoc-
racy, in their expressions of attachment to the
principles ofrepubiiean government. But, the
practice of this same democracy is quite anoth-
er thing. II they had passed resolution some
thing like ths-Resoved, that Locofocoism,
(ralsely calling itself democracy has invaria-
oily shown itself hostile TO popular advantage,
and public happiness, whenever IFS party in
siincts required, that it possesses less principle
and more pretence than any other scheme OF
popular demagogueism which was ever exhib-
tied under the sun, and that the practice of its
leaders is inconstant, unvarying, Uniform hos
tility TO its prolessions-this would have been
much nearer the truth, and more easily COM
pTeUe0uGu ny tnt Duul vi iilC Itullts
The Resolution talks about extending ad-
uaniages ouer a broad surface. Look at home,
gentlemen. DON'T go with the FOOLS eyes, TO
the ends of the earth, to hunt after men on
whom to bestow the benefits Of repubcanism,
while your people at home are in bondage
The people of New Hampshire, are, 10 this
day, subject TO certain disabilities, unless they
profess some prescribed forms Of religious faith.
And the men who have rule in that State Of
political sin and misery, are for going abroad
TO circulate and establish the principles of De-
mocracy among all nations of the earth. Out
upon such arrant hypocrisy II is too gross
for ffeemen. II is all the most arrogant bus-
tering folly, and has long enough been used TO
wheedle and deceive the people.
r This extension Of good principles is to be
made through the annexation Of Texas. How
many years is il, since some of the leading Lo-
coioco papers of New Hampshire fercely de-
, nounced this very scheme, on which now de-
f ponds the welfare Of republicansm Was ever
such lying tolerated, as in the practices Of the
E party who have stolen the name of Democ-
e racy!
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

EUROPEAN GossIP.-From the Paris Correspond
ent of the National Intelligencer,' Robert Walsh,
Esq, we learn that General Tom Thumb and the
IOiea Indians remain the chief attractions in the
French Metropolis. The principal journals are fill.
ed with accounts of their origin, history traits, man
ners, and siage.ieats. In these articles amusing
blunders touching American geography abound
The redskins have already been the subject OF dis
cussion in the Academy of Sciences. Cooper $
land novels experience a bright revival.
new work on the history of the United States,
OF $50 pages, from the per of Count Pellet De La
LozERE, has been published, Mr. Walsh says of
this work Iris perspcuous, liberal exposition
"a fair, sensible outline of events and opinions
likely IN hiring American annals and character into
more favor with those olasses of readers who, thro
ignorance and prejudice have not done Justice to Ell
Their. Count Pellet is an eminent Peer Of France
and was formerly in the Cabinet.
MIR Walsh saw at the window of one Of the
principal booksellers portrait of Copper, prefixed
to the latest No of the Gallery of lustrous Con.
temporares His biography occupies "a pages
The author supposes IRVING and CooPER the only
authors of works of fancy the u States can boast
of A new book Of libels on the American people
has appeared in London. Jonathan Sharpe, or the
Adventures OF Kentuckian is the title Some OF
the London papers seem to admit that it is forge
ry, POSSIBLY of Capt. MARRYATT)
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04
Dermont lDboemix.
BRATTLEBORO, FRIDAY, JULY A, 1915.
For Senator's Windham County.
REUBEN WYNN,
JOHN CAMPBELL,
EBENEZER HOWE, JR.
Wing Convention at Newfane.

The County Convention, which assembled at
Newfane last week, was well attended An idea,
quite too general has obtained, that during the
first year after the fierce struggle with which
Presidential campaign is usually carried on the de-
feated party must inevitably suffer from spirit of
general apathy. But the number of delegates, and
the spirit that animated them afforded good
ground to hope that the Wings of 'Old Windham'
will do their duty this year, notwithstanding they
were shamefully defeated in the National election
last fall
The Court House was well filled with the yeo-
many OF the County, spirit Of the utmost har-
mony Prevaed--sound and spirited resolutions
were UNANIMOUSLY predetermined addresses
were delivered, and a spirit of determined resolu-
ton pervaded the assembly not to permit any local
and collateral issues 10 divide the Wings Of this
County, but to contend unitedly and fearlsssy for
the great principles which animated the Wings in
lS44-principes which every candid and intel-
gent man not chained to the party, and whose
patriotism extends beyond desire to bask in the
sunshine of office, must admit TO be of the most vi
tai importance TO the perpetuity of the Union, and
to the honor and prosperity Of the whole country.
The gentlemen put in nomination as candidates
for the State Senate, we published last week They
are every respect worthy of support. An Off
cal report of the proceedings will be found in an-
other column of this weeks paper
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

ATLANTIC AND PACIFIC CANAL.-The project of
uniting the two oceans is not yet entirely abandon
ed There is now gentleman in London trying
to interest the great capitalists in this enterprise
and he is armed with the necessary powers by the
Mexican Government 1t seems that Don Jose de
Garay, with some Mexican officers, and an Italian
engineer, Don G. Moro, have been employed for
more than year in surveying the district of Ze-
hauntehee, and that their result has satisfied the
great French authority, Arago, and other scientific
men in England and the Continent, that the scheme
is feasible, and may be carried ont, Garay is guar
anteed by the Government, for period Of fifty
years. wo-thirds of the tolls arising from the
sit, commencing with the opening Of the commu-
ncation between the two oceans and for the fourth
of the receipts, which the Government takes, the
shareholders are TO have an interest to'the same
amount for sixty years after the expiration of Ga
rays term Breadth of land to the extent of thirty
miles is coded to him in eesmple, with the privi-
lege ofpurchasing lands, and establishing colonies,
to the extent of one hundred and fifty miles more
This we think is rather more liberal than our Gov
eminent would be to the protector of the Oregon
Railroad.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

FRoM TExAs.-The Washington Union
has received letters from Texas, which pre-
sent some Of the intelligence from that country,
by late arrivals, in rather more definite form
than il has hitherto been given. One of them
is stated TO be from citizen of Texas, at New
Orleans, who details a conversation with Capt
Elliott, in which that gentleman stated that
not only would Texas positively accept the
annexation, but that Great Britain would i'm
mediately abandon her schemes, and Mexico
would thereupon forbear to declare war against
the United States. One of the functionaries
of our own government is also stated 10 have
received letters from Vera Cruz, which like
wise leave the impression that there is less and
less chance Of war with the United States.'
Another letter from Galveston states that
the people of Texas, now that annexation has
become certain, are taking sides with reference
to parties in the u. States. He says, also, that
Com. Conner's squadron created great COLI
sternation at Vera Cruz-that Capt. Elliott
gives up all hope Of preventing annexation,
and that the rumors concerning Mexican in
vasion OF Texas do not seem TO be well found
ed. He adds, in postscript, you may rely up
on il that there is no prospect-not shadow
of anything being done here to prevent an
nexation.'
Another letter from New Orleans says, that
the Convention will embrace many members Of
distinguished talents, that it is thought Con-
gress will act promptly on annexation, and
adds the following, concerning Capt. Elliott
Capt Elliott, her Brtanic Majesty's charge
came over passenger; ! met him on his arrival
at the hotel. He laughs and talks as usual,
and appears in good spirits-lreely acknowl-
edges that all is settled in Texas, and that an
nexaiion is certain, that there will be no diff
Guilty between Mexico and the United States.
He said: three years ago, or more, when he
went to Texas, he found the country going
very fast TO eeward that when he left il the
other day, he presented US with Independence
that the late revolution in Mexico, bringing
into power men of more liberal views, had en-
abled her Majesty's government TO realize the
assurances made TO US in 1910 by Lord Palm
erslon, that England would use her kind eff
forts with Mexico, TO grant US peace and in
dependence; that il was gratifying TO him tina
il had been accomplished. England will have
nothing TO say about annexation, as il is &
matter resting entirely with the people Of Tex
as. lie will leave for the North, and neve
expects TO go back TO Texas, unless he is or
dered to do so by his government, which he i
certain will never be the case, &C.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

u The editor of the 'Voice of Freedom has
come out with 'Annunciation, No2.' 1t will
be recolleced that we mentioned short time since
that he had taken down his third party colors.-
The editor complains that several of the papers in
the State have misunderstood him, but admits that
the PhGniz right far as it went He dis
claims the idea Of putting out the pale flag Of neu
trality; denies that Gov Slade had any thing TO
do with his movements, and, while he avows de-
termination TO make war upon slavery, conesses
his belief in the futility Of distinct political organ
iznion for that purpose. He thus finally defines
his position:
Being more nearly allied in views of National
policy to the Wigs than to the Democrats, intend
entering their Camp with my antslavery Medi-
cine Chest ready to deal out the article as occasion
may require Friend Holcomb thinks the pure
stuff, unmixed with the sweetening principles Of
the Wings, would be dose quite too unpalatable.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04
Settling The Oregon DiGeulty.-Lctters have been

Settling The Oregon DGieutty.-Letters have been
received at St Louis, from the detachment Of U. s.
troops under the command OF Col. Kearney, out
from Fort Leavenworth eight days. This detuch-
ment are on an exploring expedition over the Rocky
mountains, we believe. They were progressing
inely-they had passed several companies en- route
for Oregon. About 5000 persons are reported TO
be on the route, being divided into companies of
one to two hundred which travel in advance Of
each other about days march. Each company has
from 500 TO 700 head OF cattle. The emgrants APP
pear to be good class of people, and were getting
along with little or no difficulty. There was a
large party of emigrants far ahead of Col. Kearney,
who will endeavor TO get ahead of all the emS-'''
as their precedence of him would render u more
difficult 10 obtain game and subsistence Tor ms
troops.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

Release of Thomas ". Dorian Act OF
Amnesty has been passed by the Rhode Island
Assembly, at Newport, liberating Mr. Dorr
from prison, Internationally, and restoring him
to his privileges as citizen, upon his taking
an oath of allegiance. The vote in the House,
on the passage ofthe bill, stood ayes 5s, noes 6.
The Providence journal Of Saturday says:-
"Thomas w. Dorr was released from prison
yesterday, in accordance with the provisions Of
the act of amnesty. Some of his friends, who
betrayed and deserted him in the hour of dan
ger, took occasion to manifest their devotion to
him by firing cannon. They afterwards form
ed a procession, headed by drum and fife, and
escorted him to the house of Hezekiah Willard,
Col. Wales, of course, acting as marshall
Boston Atlas.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

pent his ways. He also acknowledged his
intention to deliver himself up to be dealt
with by the laws which he had so long vio-
lated and held in defiance.
1t was agreed upon the next morning that
he should stay at the cave, while William
accompanied by Helen should return to the
village and procure assistance TO remove the
plundered property that was there secreted.
They left him with some reluctance, and
returned to the astonshed villagers who re-
ceived them with open arms and emotions of
pleasure. A company was soon formed, and
the most valuable of the booty was removed.
from the cave Such were Mr. Anson's
feelings that he was Immediately taken sick
of disease that soon terminated his exist
ence. He expired in the arms his daugh-
ter, deeply lamenting the life he had lived
and faithfully warning the young to beware
of the first steps TO crime.
The remainder of the band were narrow
ly watched for day or two, and finally ar
rested while engaged in performing the last
sad rites upon their comrads that were kill
ed in the cabin. They we're brought to JUS
tice and suffered the penalties of the law for
their crimes.
The evening OF the marriage ceremony
was again appointed, and the nuptials were
solemnized amid the rejoicings of the whole
village. Mr. Ruggles lived long enough to
see the offspring of his adopted daughter en-
liven his old age by their merry sports and
pastimes, and died with blessing on his
lips for the future happiness of Helen, "THE
BANDITS DAUGHTER"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

MusIcAL.-Kendall's Brass Band and Dodwor,hs
New York Cornet Band have been measuring their
musical powers in n. York city. They gave con.
cert together few evenings since in the Broad.
way Tabernacle A writer in the Tribune says
that these two Bands stand hereafter without
rival. The Boston boys had great many tried
friends in the house, and really deserved all the en-
thusasm manifested in their behalf But we mus,
confess that the Cornet Band are by be-
hind their Boston contemporaries. They are not
perhaps quite astonishing in the rapidty and
fulness of execution because they have no bugles
nor other keyed instruments but certainly nothing
exceed the rich roundness Of the tones of their
instruments the perfect fulness and accuracy of
their harmonization. Ia a word, the Boston Band
is the most brilliant and efFectye-Dodworth's
excels in harmony, expression and sentiment Eli
tneTi uUwvvvI, must uumraoie; pIayui: ~
gether in contrast, the effect is really enchant
ing. 1t is almost impossible TO conceive that any
amount of practice and labor could make such
sweet, clear, pure and rapid tones from those great
brass stove-pipe joints.
Is there not sufficient musical talent in Brattebo-
ro to form and sustain very respectable Band Of
music What say our musical amateurs'
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

ONO lMPRovEMESTs.-The great State of Ohio
is still keeping pace with the most thriving of her
neighbors On the 4ih there is to be grand cele-
braton in Cincinnati upon the occasion Of the open
ing of the Miami canal, from Cincinnati to lake
Erie. Judge Burnett, one of the Pioneers of the
West, will deliver address on the OCCASION
This canal is 900 miles long. The population of
Ohio is progressing, Pari Passu, with the most pros
porous States in the Union. Cincinnati has now
about 10000 inhabitants; Cleveland has $4,000
Jonesve 10000; Columbus 5000, and all the
towns are going on in career of prosperity, almos,
without parallel.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

"Nowhere can be found stronger demonstra-
ton that Texas alioays was ours &c.-BostOn
Post
Was Texas after we ceded her to Spain p
Was she ours after our government acknowledged
her independence Most certainly, according to
Lccofoco logic
Ifa man should convey by deed piece of land
to his neighbor, and afterwards, by an equally SOL
emn act, acknowledge his entire and sovereign
control over it, what would be thought of him,
were he to violently wrest it from the purchaser
and boldly declare that the land was at,Oays his
This is precisely the logic of the Post, and it
squares we'll with the morality of the leading Lo-
cofoco politicians
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

MILITARy.-Our thriving village was most
agreeably entertained last Saturday by the sudden
appearance of company of finely uniformed and
equipped Infantry, under the command of Capt.
Lord II certainly does credit to our place. Our
martial spirit was considerably elevated as we be-
held their marching and evolutons and listened to
the thrilling drum and fife. Who knows what
course events may take under our warlke admin
istration At all events, let our motto be, " In
peace prepare for war"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04
THIRD DAY-JuNE 10Th.

At 10 o'clock was celebrated the anniver-
sary of the Vermont Domestic Missionary
Society. The Report was read by Rev.
Mr.. Worcester, the efficient and able Secre-
tary and agent of the Society, showing that
its affairs are highly prosperous. Thiriy-sx
missionaries have been sustained, and $4,000
have been received into the treasury. We
speak in round numbers. 5000 Sunday
School scholars have been instructed the
cause of temperance has been promoted,
and good order and general welfare succeed
and though no special revivals have prevail
ed, yet the labors of these missionaries have
proved Of incaculable benefit to the commu-
nifty. The report of the committee was fol-
lowed with able and eloquent addresses by
Rev. A. Walker, Rev. DIR. Patton on behalf
of the Executive Committee of the Ameri-
can Home Missionary Society, and Rev.
Mr.. Spauldng of the Ceylon mission. |
could have given you three speeches in full,
but your columns have been so much bur
dened ofate with those of similar nature
in behalf of similar objects, that forbear,-
The exercises Of the day were closed with
sermon from the Rev Mr. Dwight, and the
celebration Of the Lords Supper In the
evening, DR.. Patton delivered sermon to
large audience, on the retributive justice OF
God. Here ends my narrative.
The singing by the Choir.
cannot close this rapid birds-eye view of
the dongs Of the Vermont Convention,
without passing notice oithe performance
in sacred music during three successive
days. | have heard no such in Vermont
and no performances so good, though | have
heard the best choirs the State Affords
the choice of music-the time-the express
sion, were admirable. Accustomed as /
was for six years to hear one of the best
choirs of one of our best churches in a
city, DiH say, that they never surpass-
ed-scarcely reached in exeellency of execu-
ton, this Green Mountain choir The rich
tones produced by tina, blind organist, and
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

WIG STATE CoSvENTIoN.--This Convention
assembled at Montpelier the Cd inst We hope to
be able to furnish readers with the proceedings
next week, when we shall hoist colors at the
mast: head, and commence the battle in good earn
est We shall endeavor to avoid all personal abuse.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

Fire in Chicopee Falls.--On Wednesday
night of last week, fire broke out in small
two story frame building on the north side of
the river, at Chicopee Falls, occupied by three
families, which was consumed, together with
most of the household effects and clothing of
the occupants. One young woman had barely
time to escape, without an article OF clothing
but the night dress she wore.-Spring. Rep.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

u The Jonesboro Tenn. Wing says that the
editor of that paper, w. S. Brownlow, has been
nominated the Wing candidate for Congress.
1t would be treat to have the pdrsOn in Con-
gress, where he could communicate with his paper,
and portray the Locofocos at Washington The
colors would be rich.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

~ The Water Cure Establishment in our village
is drawing hther, almost daily, numbers of highly
respectable citizens of Boston, Salem, and other
cities and towns on the coast. Thus far, Doct
Wesselhoeft has succeeded in favorably impressing
our citizens with the benefits to be derived from his
Hydropathic system.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

The Secretary Of The Nary and General Jackson
The Boston Atlas charges the present Secretary of
the Navy with saying some very hard things OF the
old hero aioretme, and among the last literary pro-
ductions of the 'Great American Historian is the
following couplet;
John Quincy Adams, who can slang
Andrew Jackson, who can hang
The New York Express suggests that Richie, the
official editor of the Union, should quote this in the
midst of its mourning, and with the recollection Of
its own statement that the election of a certain
chieftain would prove curse TO his country
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

Io'ca. The legislature of Iowa have vetoed the
Governors veto, and the question of coming into
the Union is to be again submitted to the people
We think Iowa will soon join the siserhood of
Twenty-Sev
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

The Wings of Windsor County hold Conven-
ton for the nomination of candidates for County
Senators on the 18th of July.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04
FIRST DAY-JTNE 18th.

The Convention was organized by the
choice Of Rev. j. Steele, Moderator !; Rev.
A. Walker, Scribe Rev. Mr.. Butler Assis.
tant Scribe. A large number Of ministers
were in attendance.
The afternoon was devoted to hearing re.
ports on the state of religion, which furnish.
ed nothing of special interest. 1t is well
known that none of our churches have been
favored with the special influences of the
Holy Spirit during the past year; and the
accounts which came in from the several
associations seemed to cast gloom over
the assembly.
The evening session was occupied with
a sermon from the Rev. Mr.. Janeway of
Phiadelphia-followed with impressive re-
marks from DR.. Patton, of New York. The
sermon was most eloquent and able expo
sition of the safety and security of the
Church and her ultimate success and tri-
umph. The speaker held his audience in
fixed and delighted attention through the
whole, and the sparkling eve, ever and anon
overlooking, told of its eloquence and pow.
er. 1t was admirably chosen to follow the
exercises of the afternoon, which had cast
sombre shadow over the congregation. DR..
Patten followed up the general tenor of
thought in some able and eloquent remarks,
adducing many facts Illustrative of the gen.
eral position, drawn from the past history of
the church.
Thus ended the first day-full Of delight
full interest, the recollection of which will
dwell in many heart for many days 10
come.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1845-07-04

~ Hon. Pliny Merrck of Worcester has &C
cepted an invitation from the Municipal authorities
of Boston TO pronounce an Grafton on tho charac-
ter of Gen. Jackson, in Faneul Hail.
Hon, Levi Woodbury. is TO be the orator on
similar occasion in Portsmouth, N H.
Sam. Houston, Ex-Presdent of Texas, at Louis
ville and Andrew Stevenson, at Richmond, Va,
will pronounce the funeral orations.