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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

1t is DR.. Holmes who says the sons Of New
England are desteliorating as race, and says
the reason is the want of material in the soil Ia
produce muscle and bone. The hard granite
soil does not furnish the proper ingredients,
mainly limestone, to form the bones; for the
richness Of materials to form muscle and the
softer parts of the body. In Kentucky, Ohio,
and Western Vermont, men grow to large size,
because of the limestone formation beneath the
soil. Paris Of families have emigraled from
Massachusetts to limestone regions, and the re-
suit n the next generation has been larger
bone development in those who left Massachu.
sets than in those who remained. Kentucky.
Ohio, aud Iowa will grow great men. The
finest figures in the world will be found in the
valley of The Mississippi in few generations
Indoor labor, 50 unnatural for men, will weak
en- the vital powers and stop the growth in
large cities, bu, the great and glorious west
with its broad praries, will compensate for the
growing feebleness Of the eastern States. - Bal
tinore Argus.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

MARKET DAy.-Many farmers in this vicinity
have horses, working oxen, cows and other ami
mails as well rs any quantity of agricultural pro-
ductions of which they wish to dispose. There
are others in the community DESTROYS of purchas-
ing or exchanging. The great difficulty is to effect
an Interchange. between these parties. If a man
has horse or COW to sell he often waits long
time before he can find purchaser. The man
wanting to bny is not unfrequently compelled to
travel several days in pursuit of the commodity
he desires.
10 facilitate transfers and exchanges we respect
iuiiy suggest that one day in month"; or in two
weeks be set apart for this special purpose and be
known as market day" On such days the farm
ers who have stock or produce to exchange can
bring it to town with the certainty of meeting buy
ers. The interests of all parties would be promo
ted by this arrangement, and much unnecessary
travelling would thereby be avoided. We presume
the citizens of this village would furnish all noed-
full facilities for the purpose. 1.. ....t ID
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

NEw-YonE CIrr.-Tbe Providence Journal has
the following in regard to the present condition Of
affairs in New-York city:
"We sin the provinces like to talk about the
wickedness of New-York, and to console ourselves
with the reflection that if the big city excels us in
every thing else, ii is quite as much ahead of us in
crime as il is in other matters. One curious illus
traton Of this occurs in the inquest of the Burlel
murder. Four witnesses testified that they heard
the cry of murder in the house, once loud and
full, second time stiled as though the victim had
been already half despatched, But not one of
them took any note of what would seem very
common occurrence. One Of them said in giving
his testimony, says to myself, there is muss
going on in that house, and then he passed on.
"A muss only killing Somebody, numbering
man, That was all
Not altogether dssimilar was the conduct of the
chamber-mad at the New-York Hotel, who found
robber in lady's chamber with n burglars CHS
ell in his hand, strangng the lady; the girl looked
on for few minutes, and thinking that lie was ON
y the lady's husband quietly walked down stairs,
the burglar following at his leirure. New-York is
growing very fast; we are not altogether sure that
We are glad of the re-opcning of navigation thro'
the Sound
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21
From the Boston Rst.
New Medical Salt.

! As we know but little Of medical politics, our
opinion may not be worth much, but we do not
hesitate to say that il the substitute for venesec-
tion and blisters announced below, (the discovery
Of which was stated in our paper some time sinse)
possesses the extraordinary powers claimed for it,
the lancet is destined to rust in its case, and the
public will exelaim, ''suecess to the new medi-
cine" We're it only substitute for the painful
and hateful blister 1t could not fail to win its way
to popular favor and yield q rich harvest to tho
discoverer. ......-..
We commend the fortunate and enterprising pro-
prietor, Dr. F. Coggswel, for his wisdom in send
ing forth his new discovery ioifhoat certificates
so common with the nostrums Of the day-and
with no other hacker than its real value and his
own reputation. As he may be unknown to the
community abroad, we take great pleasure in stat
ing that he has long occupied prominent position
in the profession, and received (about thirty years
ago) his collegiate and medical education at two
popular colleges in New England.
Il will be seen that the doctor has recently ro-
fused liberal proposition for an equal partnership
in his discovery, from a medical gentleman who
has experimentally proved its efficacy.
Communicated for the Post.
ANTIPHLooIsTIc SALr.-A perfect Subsiitutefor
the Lancet, Leeches and Blisfers! Of its infrin-
SIC raiue the enlightened community, and not tho
diseorerer, must be The Judge. ..str.
When the undersigned, after long series of ex-
perlments, became fully confirmed In his conviction
that the Antiphogistic Salt, which he now has tho
happiness to present to the American public was an
cifectual substitute for blood-ettng, leeches and
bsters, his mind was so agtated that he could not
sleep for many nights. The cause Of his agitation
was the striking fact, that the manner of its ope-
ration, like that Of the virus in vaccination, could
not be satisfactorily explained upon any known
principle. How, IN ,uhat ,pay, it so perfectly sub
dues inhammatory diseases and no Others was at
first wholly inexpllcable--but, on further expert
ment' 1t was proved that by its power over the
Inc body, the want Of an eeuibrium in which, Is
the sole cause of inflammation. Such is its poten-
oy that like the vaccine matter, it requires merely
what adheres to the point of quill dipped into a
solution of it, to affect the entire system-but must
be Instantly used to prevent decomposition and Sc
cure its full virtue Three quilts in acute and two
n chronic diseases every "a hours, till the tebrO
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

EXCELSIOR.-W is the best place to buy
clothing' Why SHRIGLEY & wRIGHT'S to be
sure! Ayel and that's the place to get clothing
what is clothing, too' Made from good materials,
by good practical, experienced Tailors, who COM
menced regularly before the mast, and no garment
allowed to pass unless finished in thorough and
workmanlike manner.
In short they intend to keep pace with the prog
ress of the age, and to make their establishment
the ne plus ultra Of all excellence in their parcu-
lar branch Of trade. They have just received
large additions to their stock, which makes il one
of the most complete that could well be desired
Just give them call, and they will post you up
rs to Styles &C.. and you will be to be treated
with urbanity and Kindness. Our private opinion
is thus publicly expressed, that sIiRIGLEY &
wRIGHT's Clothing House. Nos. and 3. Gran
lite Row, is the place to buy.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

The principal strength Of TIE denomination
lies in the Southern aud Western portions of
the State. The aggregate membership has
been much reduced by emigration Westward,
and many OF the churches have been greatly
weakened in pecunary ability aud active bust
ness talent.
The pastoral relation is however becoming
somewhat more permanent than formerly, aud
the result is seen in the prosperity and stability
Of the churches.
The denomination has no College in the
State under its patronage. The Literary and
Theological Institution removed from New
Hampshire and located few years since at
Fairfax is intended to occupy a medium rank
between the common Academy aud the New
England College. With proper efforts and n
judicious management i. may continue to be as
formerly an honorable instrument for good 10
the denomination and 10 the world. Christian
Advocate.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

Marcus 10 go TO New York State or Maine, as
he thought the officer had a requiSition for him.
Marcus Cane was held in the sum Of $4,000 for
his appearance at the County court of Washing
ton county, VT, ia September next. From
Waterbury, Cane was taken to Vergennes, VT,
on similar charge, and on the 9th inst. was
held in the sum of $500 for his appearance be-
fore the Addison county court He gave bonds
in both cases, and lie now at large.
The lost silks are mostly striped, chena plaid
and check-siriped, forty-nine pieces in all, in
GLIDING two pieces black satin. The entire
value of the stolen property was estimated at
about $4,000.
Officer Heath, Of the Boston Detective Police,
has devoted much Of his time to tracing the
perpetrators Of the robbery, and has been in
communication with Sheriff Brown concerning
the naturalization Journal.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

DEADLY ENCOUNTER BETWEEN JUDGE AND A
NEWSPAPER CORRESPONDENT IN KANSAS ---Our
correspondent writing under date Of Lecompton.
Kansas. Jan. Slst. gives the following particulars
Of tho encounter between Judge Elmore of that
Territory and MIR Kagi, correspondent ofthe Wash
ington Era -
"Mr. Kagi. the correspondent Of the National
Era, who was arrested during my last visit to this
town, has had quite an exciting affair with Judge
Elmore. Mr.. X has said some severe things about
Eimore, who met him at Tecumseh, and undertook
TO cane him. Now, as Kagi is sckly, and debit
tated from his long imprisonment, and Gilmore is
tal', ouriy, vigorous man, it follows that they
were no match physically. Kagi drew his revolt
yer and shot the Judge in the abdomen. The fire
was returned three shots being fired at Kagi, one
Oh whch took effect in his side. Elmore is dang
eropsly wounded, Kagi not so badly
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21
MESSAGE.

Feiiow Citi-ensof the Senate. and House Of Rep
Tescn!dtfres:
1t has hitherto been the good fortune Of the YER
mon; Legislature to assemble at periods Of general
prosperity, and under circumstances the most au-
spicious.
The Executives in addressing to the Legislature
their communications, have had the pleasure Of
congratulating them upon the happy and prosper
Gus condition Of all the interests Of this Common
wealth. But we not here to mingle our con-
CALCULATIONS, to attend TO the ordinary sub
jects Of legislation. A sad calamity has summon
ed US together. The recent destruction of our
State House by fire, has ieft us without accommo-
da,ions for the stated sessions Of the Legislature,
and deprived some Of our public officers u the ia
ellites requisite to the proper discharge Of their
official duties Under these circumstances, in view
of the urgent necessity for scton before the next
stated session Of the General Assembly, | have
deemed it necessary for the public interests to ex-
ercise the power vested in by the Constitution,
in calling a special session Of the General Assem-
bly, thus ahordng the Legislature an opportunity
to take such action thereon, as they shall deem
most conducive to the public welfare. My regrets
for the serious calamity which has rendered ses-
sion necessary, have been increased by conviction
of the personal Inconvenience which you will sus-
tain in being thus Unexpectedly called together
but private considerations, doubt not will cheer
fully he yielded to the claims Of publc interest
have the fullest confidence that you will bring
to the assistance Of your deliberations spirit Of
harmonious, cooperation for the public good, and
that your action upon the subject for the conside-
ration Of which you have been called together, will
be both satisfactory to the people. and conducive
10 the best interests of our whole Commonwealth.
cannot forbear to urge the claim, which the
public have upon US, for promptness and despatch
in the performance of our official duties The gem
eral interest of the State requires us to avoid all
unnecessary delay in bringing forward, advancing,
and completing the business Of the session.
RYLAND FLETCHER.
MONTPELIER, Feb. 18th, 1857.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

~ Congress seems quite to realize the necessity
OF more work and less talk as the ides Of March
rapidly approach. Bills that have been long hang
ing half perfected are being rapidly passed up to
the president TO the receptacle Of things lost on
earth. The bill to raise the pay of the army Off
GERS has passed both branches. and contains no
provisions in behalf of the officers at the armories
The long-pending bill to give us the new cents and
take out Of circulation the nasty Spanish coin is
also perfected. The House, has, too. repented Of
its course on the Atlantic telegraph bill, either
through returning sense Of justice, or the infiu-
ence of the almighty dollar" and called it back
from its sleeping place in the post Office committee,
improved it by judicous amedments and passed il.
The Senate will doubtless concur in the amend
ments. Another practically beneficial measure,
that has passed both branches, is that which pro-
vides for the immediate building of two wagon
roads over the Rocky mountains to the Pacific
coast, one to Oregon, and one to Utah and Califor
mia. modification Of the tariff is still energeti-
cally pushed with fair promise of success The
friends Of the rene wal Of the Hayward India rub
Der patent are still sanguine of success their bill
still lies on the speakers desk and must be acted
on, either favoraby or adversely. -Sp Req.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

THE BOND STREET MURDER, Young snodgrass
was re-examned on Saturday and questioned as to
whether he had recently purchased n dirk or a
dagger. lie answered emphat caly, no.. fe-
male who keeps a cane store in Broadway was next
examined. She testified to selling, two days pre-
viously to the murder, 9 dagger precisely like the
one shown her, and which was subsequently, found
in Mrs, Cunningham premises. The witness was
then led into an adjoining room, when she pointed
out Snodgrass from among fifty people as the man
to whom she sold the dagger Snodgrass was i'm
custody.
The estate of DIR. Burdell was, on Saturday, put
in charge of the public Administrator.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

CALIFoRSiA.-The following items of Cali.
iornia news are additional TO those included in
the ieegraphic summary Of news by the steam
er Geo. Law, which arrived at New York on
Friday:
1t was rumored that an expedition is soon TO
start from San Francisco, ostensibly with the
purpose of settling the new Territory of Ari-
zonla, but, in reality, with the intent of MAKING
Tucksan rendezvous from which to make TO-
ray upon Sonora. 1t is said that several hum
dred men have already linked their fortunes
with the adventures, and that ample capital
Will not be wanting 10 aid in the enterprise.
The United States District Court has affirm
ed the decision of the Land Commissioner. in
the continuation of the claim of John A. SUIT
ter TO New HelVela, which embraces the ground
on which Sacramento City stands.
The Supreme Court has decided that the act
OF Inc Legislature, imposing tax of fifty dol
lars upon all persons arriving in California who
conld not become citizens, and which was in
Tended 10 operate as an eflectual prohibition Of
|hlhese immigration, was invalid, null and void.
young gentleman in the Custom House in
oan Francisco was so elaied at the news of
Twins election, that he took a Champapne
baih-usine dozen baskets.
[From the Alta California, Jan. 2O.l
David c. Broderick has been elected u. s.
Senator for the long term, in place of John B.
Weller, and VIM. M. Gwin for the short term.
Both were nominated in caucus-Mr. Broder-
lex securing his own nomination and election
first. 1t is generally supposed that the cleo
ton of Gwin is the result of bargain, dis
graceful in its nature, the terms of which were
dictated by Mr.. Broderick, who had in his own
hands sufficient number of votes to secure The
election Of whomsoever he pleased. The bar
gain ia said to be that Mr.. Gwin yields all claim
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

The POSTMASTER AND THE SPECIAL AGENT
-ln small village in Vermont, the post of.
flee is kept in building which is principally
devoted to the purposes of railroad depot
In little ante-room connected with the post
Office stands desk, where one NAV write a
letter, or do any little job in a scrbbing way
that he may have occasion for. One day, up
on the arrival of The train, gentleman, dress
ed like a traveller, walked into the room, and
going up to the desk, commenced writing
Presently the postmaster,-a sturdy democrat,
whose politics date from Jefferson, and whom
you would know 10 be a jackson man" form
ly, now and forever was about leaving the
office 10 go TO dinner. He accordingly locked
The inner room, and told the stranger who was
still busy at the desk, that he should be oblig-
ed TO disturb him, as he wished 10 flock up. {"
'But should like 30 write here little long
en-" said the traveller politely. "Can't help
it, said the P. NJ, 81 must lock up" "But
you have locked up the post Office room already
- you don't lock up this room too, do We ~
II d." said the postmaster, getting little
ne'Iled OF the immortality of the stranger-"l
dtcnys lock it up-that is when can get the
ioafers out :" Look here" whispered the
stranger, smiling almost aloud -"My name is
Holbrook-secret agent of the department-sa
nnthing-l see you understand your Duly
What pay do you get here !" The official
mentioned the sum. ''Too small I'll have
1t raised" And so he did, and may the old
fellow long live TO tend that Office and lock
the loalers" ont --Boston Post
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

MALAPRoPos.-Inc churches whose choirs indulge
in vocal "voluntaries." unless they have a toera-
bic collection to select from, there is danger that
the minister may find the doctrines of his sermon
all blown sky high by the performance ut the 9TH
er end Of the church. Poor II. used to tell good
story. In town in Massachusetts,, q man Of dis
tinction died, and being man of distinction, his
funeral was celebrated in the Westinghouse The
audience was very large, and the choir being am
bitious thought it highly proper that something
should be done on their part, beyond the common
routine. Their collection of anthems was very
limited, but with disposition to do the best they
could, they sung with great apparent JUNCTION
femliar old piece
believing we rejoice
''To see the curse removed"
NASHUA IN. ii. y Telegraph.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

REVISION OF THE BiBLE.-The Westminster Re-
pielo for January discusses the Bible revision cues
ton at length and ably. avors the proceeding, and
remarking in addition that It should be done sun
der the sanction of the civil power, and with the
machinery which it alone can set in motion - The
Westminster is not willing to be joined with those
'who now shrink from an honesty-trnnslated
English Bible, and would prefer an English Vul-
gate to be declared authentic for all time, which
should Tie down both theology and the language of
England to IN Anticipated standard, and become
the basis OF translations worse than itself in all
the languages Of the known world"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

kocuEs OvERHAuLED. We learn that Mar.
Gus Cane, of the city of New York, of the firm
OF VIM Cane & Brother, was arrested by
Hnerln l. q. Brown, of Waterbury, Vt, on
TIE Soth OF jan, last at Windsor, VI, after a
pursuit OF more than 1900 miles, and in five
o'uereni States for selling and having in his
possession dress silks alleged to have been siol.
en- from tho store of Stacy Courts, of Boston.
On Tue Esd OF September. 1865. Cane was
travelling under the assumed name of Blooming.
GAZE and when arrested, was reading a tele.
e.SPhIc dispatch from his brolhor partner in
ne" Yotk, whose house had been searched the
cay before by Sheriff Browu, telling him to 90
TO New Hampshire Immediately, and get LEI.
Ter fram him (Wm, Cane,) which letter told
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

In the Senate Of Pennsylvania, a series Of O,,
resolutions has been passed unanimously, instruct.
ing their U. $. Senators and requesting their R.n.
resentatives to vote against any law for the rep.J
Of the duty on railroad iron. In the House tbs,
resolutions passed by ayes 81, noes 10.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

be equal to those offered the various grades Of
horses. They have also offered premium Of $50
for the best string of 20 yoke of oxen from one
town and 800 for the second best. viii not our
farmers consider these liberal appropriations and
make an effort to exhibit some of their superior
working nxcn.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

In the law Of Massachusetts, which makes ths
twenty-second Of February legal holiday, il /,
provided that the tweDty-third of February shall
be observed, "rhen the t,csnty-sseona occur, on
Sunday" The Legislature, Courts, Banks, etc.
will DO closed on Monday the 23d inst.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

Considerable damage was done on White River
in Hartford, VT, by the recent thaw. part of
the dam at White River Village was carried away;
also part Of the StrOng's dam, three miles above
portion of the Passumpsic road between Brad
ford and Fairec was damaged
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

Philadelphia papers announce the death in that
city Of Mr.. b. d. Penniman. He was a native Of
Brattleboro, VT was prominent Democrat, and
was q member Of the house and of the Senate Of
Pennsyly ania. ....,..
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

to any influence in the federal appointments.
Mr.. Gwin has published letter, in which he
states that he shall no, interfere in the dispen-
sation Of executive favors.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

r7-wc learn that I. B. Bowdish Of Swanton
has been appointed by the President, Collector at
the port Of Burlington, in place of D. A. smalley,
resigned. We are happy to chronicle this appoint
ment, ms Mr. b. is every inch man and gentle
man
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

MIR. David Gilmour Of Quebec, a large ship own
err, died at the Bardwell House in Rutland, on
Friday eveningof last week While in the cars he
was seized with an epileptic fit and upon the arri-
val of the cars was taken to the above house where
he died in three days. lie was middle aged
man. and, with his wife, was on his way to New
York. intending to take passage in the steamer
Persia, for Europe, which sailed on Wednesday.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

Dr. Durbin, the great Methodist orator. one, d,
tempted to preach n sermon from the text ON.
member Lots wife," and made failure. Af,e,.
wards remarking to DIR. Bond, that he did ~,
know the reason Of his failure, the venerab,. A..
tor replied that he chad better thereafter L., o,h..
peoples wives alone''
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

Rev. Amos Foster of Ludlow, was dismissed by
IN ecclesiastical council on the Both ult., from the
pastoral charge of the congregational church in
that place. lie has received and accepted call
from the congregational church in Acworth, N. IL.
Mr.. +. was formerly located at Putney.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

NEVER TOO LArE.-Many just within the grasp
Of Consumption are saved every year by the faith
full use Of Dr. Wistar's Balsam Of Wild Cherry
Its success in aaying and curing severe prOtract-
cd coughs is remarkable.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-02-21

The Boston Journal is loud is its praises Of the
new, cheap and desirable Burdens new Patent
Horse and Mule Shoe, for sale by BlOdget, Brown
& Co., 80 and SO Pearl street, Boston.