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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03
Interesting from Washington.

The anti-Lecompton democrats met at late
hour Monday night to hear the report of the eau
Gus committee of ten on their part who had Just
been in consultation with the Lecomptonites
They reported that nothing could be done, and
that no propositions were made of any kind,
which could be accepted. The anti-Lecompton
committee men were authorized to present the
Crittenden amendment little modified as a pro-
position, but it was not accepted BY the Lecomp-
tonites, and their other propositions shared a
like fate. 1t is represented that there was good
feeling and perfect unity among the anti-Le-
eomptonites. They think that Mr. English has
been wronged by the imputations in the news
papers on his good faith in rendering the olive
branch to other democrats, and that he will
stand by the Crittenden amendment.
The caucus of the democratic members of the
House. Tuesday night, was fully attended. The
Senate Kansas bill was discussed in good tenn
per by both Iecompton and anti-Lecompton-
ties. Some amendments were suggested to
that measure, but finally a resolution was adopt
ed deciding to vote on the bill as it came from
the upper branch. Before the vote was taken.
Mr.. Clark of n. Y. said he did not feel himself
bound by the action of the caucus, and Mr..
Marshall of ILL.,, retired by saving that was no
place for him. He was followed out by nearly
all the anti-Lecompton democrats Those who
remained did not indicate the course they in
tended to pursue.
All the republican members have agreed to
their policy. They will first cndeavor to get a
vote on the rejection of the Kansas bill and then
move to lay iron the table. If'they dom sue
coed they will then vote with all other anti Lc-
comptontes for the Crittcnden amendment.
The House was on Tuesday officially inform
ed, in response to a resolution, that the sccreta
ry of war had set aside and annulled the sale of
the military reservation at Fort Ripley, the
lands having been sold for from one to twenty
cents an acre.
The secretary of war issued an order, Tues
day, changing the uniform of the army. The
zap AZ" 10 to be supvl seeded Il, Il felt ha,
differing in trimming according to the various
grades; the change also extends to pantaloons
and coat. and is confined to trimmings of the
latter and the stripe of the former. The uni
form trousers for both officers and men is of a
dark blue cloth. The Sibley tents will hcreaf-
ter be used.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03
Congressional.

In the Senate, Monday Mr.. Fitzpatrick of
Alabama, was elected President pro tenn in the
absence of the Vice President
The admission of Minnesota was discussed.
1t was decided on motion of Mr.. Wilson to give
one representative now, and that a census be
taken forthwith, on the basis of which addition
al representatives shall be allowed-yeas %.
nays 81.
In the House during the past week all inter-
est has centered in the Lecompton bill which
was to have been taken up Thursnay. Speech
es have been made upon the admission of Kan
sas in Committee of the Whole. After this
question is disposed of other business will then
be advanced rapidly as the House have agreed
to adjourn on the LIST OF June.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

DES1IsTRY.-It Away affords US pleasure to re-
cognize and acknowledge the spirit Of a true work
man or artist in any branch Of useful business -
Drs. Cummings and Flagg, whose office is % Ire
mont street, are dentists who study and exercise
their profession in such spirit. They aim ut moth
ing short Of perfection in the important science they
undertake to master, and pursue their aim with a
steady, ardent, intelligent zeal. weare not using
the words of ordinary newspaper commentator,
ignorant whereof we speak; personal inspection and
experience enable to offer sincere testimony to
the excellence oftheir treatment and workmanship
We can conceive of nothing more complete in re-
spect to structure, form, fnish and aption than
the artificial teeth they set, or the consideration
and gent!emanly attention with which they operate
in their general practice.
We understand that the MASSACHUSETTS, Mechan-
ic Association have awarded several premiums for
their work, and we confidently recommend it to the
attention of our readers, in city or country, who
need any services in this department of Surgery
Boston Transcript, March 20.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

The Liquor AGEEoY.-Rumors have been and
are still circulated by ignorant or designing per-
sons, that the liquors sold by the State Agent OF
Massachusetts to Town Agents in that and the ad-
joining States, are VIGOROUSLY impure. The fire.
quency and perinacity of these rumors attracted
the attention ofthe late egsaturei in Massachusetts,
committee was appointed to examine into the
subject and report the result, The committee Sc
cured the services of DR.. Charles T. jackson, CON-
tessedly able chemist, who Analysed the different
liquors kept by the State Agent and pronounced
them all pure. His letter to the committee and
their report have been published. Their conclu-
sions satisfied the legislature and will satisfy the
public that the agency is in proper hands.
We allude to this matter here because the LIQUORS
sold by the Agent in this Town are all procured
from the Massachusetts State Agency; and we be-
iieve it to be the opinion of our physicians that
they are the best that can be procured for medcin
oil purposes. Interested parties, like travelling
agents of liquor dealers, cannot palm off their vile
compounds through the medium of the Brattleboro
Agency.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.

1HE PRESENT WEEK is one of note among sever
al denominations of the Christian Church, aside
from the fact that Good Friday is also the day APP
Fasting, Humiliation and Prayer.
With the Catholics this is "Holy Week " the
last week Of Lent In the Catholic countries of Eu-
iVlv the ceremonies, whicn commenced Monday,
are Of great magn ifcence. representing in man.
ner which may almost be termed dramatic the
events which Immediately preceded the crucifxion.
Thus, during the whole of Lent the affairs are COW
cred with purple, the sound Of the organ is hush
ed, and the services are of character consonant
with the penitential season.
The most interesting portion ofthe services, how
ever, do not commence until Holy Thursday, on
which day the Pope. the Emperor of Austria, and
other Catholic sovereigns, wash the feet Of twelve
poor men, in imitation of the washing Of the feet Of
the disciples. At Rome and ut Venice this is
ceremony of vast spleudor, which exci,es much in-
terest among the strangers from Protestant coun-
tries. The Pope having washed the feet Of thirteen
poor disciples, the thirteenth is added to the
twelve in commemoration of an angelic visitor who,
it is said, suddenly appeared and took part in the
soemnity during the pontifcate of of the carl-
er Popcs ,-ascends to a gallery in the Vatican,
and there, with his own holy hands, waits upon
the thirteen at table.
On the evenings of the three last days of this
week the lamentations and .Missrsre are sung by
the clergy and choir, while the lights on the altar
are extinguished one by one, in memory Of the
darkness which overshadowed the earth at the mo-
ment Of Chriss death on the cross, as also Of the
Apostles deserving their Master. One light alone
is left burning this, by one of those pcetica
thoughts in which the Catholic ritual abounds,
represents the Virgin Mother, who remained faith
full to her Son when all others had aband ,ncd him.
Next Sunday will be Easter Sunday. On this
day the Church resumes her jubilant ceremonies
the bells peal forth merriy. the affairs are decked
with flowers, the priests wear their most brilliant
yestments, and the joyous strains of the organ and
choir welcome the resurrection.
The Protestant Episcopal Church also observe
passion Week" by services every day in their
churches. Good Friday is generally honored by
them by cessation from business, and the CLOSING
of public offices and stores, while they unite in ap
propriate religious exercises. On Easter Sunday
the Holy Sac rament is administered and II will
this year be partaken of by thousands for the first
time.
Other denominations have to a limited extent
recognized Good Friday. 1t has been observed by
the First Church in Boston for many years. The
present religious interest throughout the country
Will doubtless render the exercises peculiar to this
week and next Sunday more than usually impress
siye.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03
How to Keep the Floor.

During the protracted session of the Senate.
forced by Senator Green last week, Senator
Clark of New Hampshire having the floor. had
hard time of it. Having spoken from ~
TO u clock, he SAID " II it be the pleasure of
the Senate to adjourn now, it would be very
agreeable to me. have had nothing to eat
since $ o'clock, neither bread nor anything else"
But the Senate wouldn't adjourn, and he pro-
ceeded until IA o'clock, when, during an ex-
PLANTATION by Mr.. Green, having spoken over
.hree hours and half, he ayailed himself of
the opportunity to indulge in that beverage
which " cheers but not inehriatcs." with accom-
panying mullins and sandwiches, which gave
ms desk the social aspect of cosy tea table
Inc Hon. senator retained his right to the floor,
with cup of hot tea in one hand and a huge
sandwich IN the other The scene was novel
but twelve hours fast lad created an mex
orable stomach. By the call of the yeas and
nays he was afforded ample time to finish his
repast
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

Mr.. DOUGLASS PosITIoN.-Thc Washington
correspondent of the New York Courier and
Enquirer, gives the following account of Mr.
Douglass views on the political controversy Of
the day -
d" | am informed by many persons who have
opportunities of knowing. that Mr.. DougI,s dnes
not expect any reconciliation with the marty of
which he was so lately the admitted and noru.
lar leader. lie considers that party inclrablv
corrupted ard perverted by the influence of the
Administration and by the scditious and inccn-
diary schemes Of the Southern Secessionists
These men, Mr.. Douglas thinks, have had the
power to debauch the Democratic party. 1t
has, under their lead. left the line Of progress
marked out by principle, and is hurrying along
the downward road which leads to civil commo-
ton and disunion. He has not left the party,
and he trusts that majority Of the honest
masses of the party have not left him. But in
any event he goes no farther with the propa-
gandists of Slavery.
Mr.. Douglas regards the Administration as
an enemy to the peace of the country and to
the Union. lie considers that the very first act
OF the Executive after the admission of Lecomp-
ton, should that misfortune come upon the coun-
try, will be to bring on civil war by an attempt
to force spurious government upon Kansas
Tic thlnks, therefore, the ilrst duty OF all par
ties is to break down the present corrupt and
treacherous Administration. That will be fol-
lowed. he believes, by the reconstruction of a
sound, national, and conservative party in the
South, which will break the force of the i'm
pending secession movement and will after
wards secure the punishment of the conspirators
against the Union.
1t is the impression among Mr.. Douglass
friends that he expects the election of Mr.. Sew
ard to the Presidency in 1860. The next four
years will be occupied in restoring to the coun-
try that tranquility and order of which the dis
organizing measures of the Democratic party
for the last eight years have deprived it. Such
are said to be the views Of Senator Douglas"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03
TIE HAPPY FAMLY-The political sbifino

TIE HAPPY FA,nLY-The political shiftings
and somersets of the Van Burens, and particu-
larry those of "Prince John" since the year 1913,
are too well known to our readers to require re-
capitulation. From being an eloquent advocate
of "Free Labor, Free Soil, Free Speech and
Freemen" he has sunk in the political Slough
OF Despond until he is one of the most servile
OF Lecomptom democrats. We have some pol
iticians in this State who have followed the lead
of this same apostle John in his whole descent
until they all alike have touched bottom. John
relates his "experience during the last ten years
so frankly that we cannot forbear copying for
the comfort Of those who are of like faith In
recent conviyiol speech he said;
Well gentlemen, there is one family has got bacl !,
sale INTO the Democratic party TO stay for ie Ii is
the Van Buren, family; and il Senator Douglas only
knew me long, dyeary road he has TO travel the deep
roaring streams he has got TO swim his horses over,
me dark stormy nights where the wind will blow down
ms tents, ana he viii be forced to sleep the ground
win the rain pouring on him in torrents, the high,
steep ana rugged mountains he has got TO climb, the
hteflnnabe deserts where there is no wood nor water
ne mas got TO cross in the road he has taken, away
rom ms fathers house, he would, in my opinion,
take the straightest cut back into the Democratic
camp"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

SPRING GooDs.-Our merchants have COM
menced their spring and summer purchases and
their shelves are now stocked with seasonable goods
o. L. Austin has opened some of the choicest styles
market. They are new, in style, and exceedingly
tasteful. Ills advertisement will explain all, but
we cannot help saying that the ladies are particu-
larry pleased with his selections. Do not take our
word for it but go and examine for yourselves 1t
will be worth your while.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

MODEL CLOTHING EsTABLIsHMEST.-with
doubt the most complete and extensive clothing
house in the city of Boston is situated in Dock
Square, on thecorner of Elm street, owned and I'M
der the personal superintendent of Messrs Smith
and Co. On entering the store, the visitor is greet
ed with the assurance, in letters Of gold, that our
cutomers will be sure of having their moneys
WORTH" and that this assurance will be kept, we
need give our readers no betaer guarantee than the
integrity and fair dealing which has characterized
Mr.. Smiths course during many years spent in
the business. Customers, however unused they
may be TO making purchases of ready made cloth
ing, may rest assured of as good a bargain MS they
could do were they ever so well acquainted with
the business. Every article is made as WE'LL and
got up in as good manner as the best custom work.
No material is used but such as is of the most ex-
cellent quality; and none but skilfu and exper-
fenced hands are employed. Try them. and we
feel assured you will not be disappointed See their
advertisement in to-day's paper.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

~ The removal of Judge Loring by Cover
nor Banks of Massachusetts, has given rise to
the best bon-mot in circulation. Mr.. Lorng
has gone through the three degrees-of pro-
bate, re-probote and ex-probate. He may be
considered politically dead, for his last will and
testament, in the form of circular letter. has
been presented for allowance to the people of
Suffolk county.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

REVIVAL OF MASUFAcTuRING BUSINESS
The Otis Manufacturing Company, at Ware
Mass, will commence running their No. 3 mill
about the first of April, and expect, in the course
OF month Or two, if cotton does not 90 up too
high, to start their other two mills Nlessrs
Stevens u Gilbert, of the same place, expect to
start their mills OH full time in April.
Messrs Charles o.. Chaplin, of Springfield
and Henry o. Gould, of Russell, Mass, have
purchased for $4,000, or less than half the
cost the well known paper mill property of
John II. Smith 4 Co., at Russell. and will car,
ry on the manufacture of writing and book pa.
per-
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

of Territorial Government by the United
States, and in firtherance of that object have
erected works of defence in the mountain pass.
es and near Salt Lake City. He does not be-
lieve that spirit of Cancellation toward them
would now be properly appreciated it would
rather be wrongly interpreted. In view of the
reasonable temper and feeling pervading the
leaders, and greater portion of the Mormons, he
thinks that neither the honor nor dignity of the
Government will allow the slightest concession
they should be made to submit to the constitu
tional and legal demands ofthc Government un-
condi'iunally. An adjustment of the existing
ry. Their threat to oppose the march Of tn.
troops in the Spring will not have the slightest
influence in delaying it, and if they desire to
join issue, he believes it is for the interest of the
Government that they should have an opportu.
nity.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

LIBEL SUIT.-Dougass A. Danforth of the
Burlington Sentinel, and Postmaster at Burl-
ingon, has sued the proprietors oft the Free Press
for libel, laying his damages at $4,000. The
case is thus stated by both parties -
Az ITEM.-To save our exchanges the trouble of
condensng the facts relating TO libel case we give
them In an item, as thus;
The Postmaster Of Burlington, VT, who is also ed-
tor and publisher Of the Buchanan paper in that town.
has sued for libel the publishers Of the Daily Free
Press of the place, for copying from the Blue
Book, the amount of the salaries Of the said Posmas-
ter and his clerks. and the amounts paid him by Gov
ernment for publishing laws, and advertising The
Free Press prints the writ at length and the whole a
fair appears be making great deal of sport at the
poor postmaster's expense.-Free Press.
An ITEM.-ln its issue of the 10th inst, the Bur-
ington Free Press made certain statements duplicating
Mr. Danforth, of the Burlington Sentinel. in the com
mission of fraud upon the L. s. Government in using
its funds to pay compositors in the Sentinel office.
This charge Mr.. Danforth ind gndnHy denies and has
invited the editors Of the Free Press to prove their
stat ments before n court of Justice Sentinel.
The experience of newspaper publishers in
this end of the State does not warrant us in en-
couraging the Sentinel to expect verdict for
the full amount claimed. The Free Press claims
that all the statements put forth on which the
suit is based can be proved from official records
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

LEA q PERRISs' WORCESTERSHIRE SAucE-In
soup gravy, drawn butter, or any preparation of
TINS description, few drops of Lea & PERKINS,
worcestershire Sauce gives most delicious zest,
tone and finish which renders this condiment desi-
r"oe on the breakfast, luncheon, dinner, and sup
per table lie careful to obtain the genuine Sold
by respectable Grocers and Druggists generally
sole agents for the United States, Messrs John
Duncan Sons. 4O5 Broadway. New York.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

To LisrERs.-At n meeting Of the Listers of the
several towns in Caledonia County, at ST. Johns
bury, 23ut, the following scale for stock and 9th
or personal property was agreed upon; we publish
1t that our Listers may have some idea of the val
ues affixed to stock in other parts of the State;
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

MAPLE SUGAn,-The weather Of the past week
has been very favorable for the production Of one
Vermonts great staples-maple sugar Although
the run Of sap will not be equal that of last year.
it is believed that full average amount of this de-
licious swectcning will be made. The scarcity Of
money will lead our farmers to make what they
may want for home consumption and a small sur
plus for the market. From year to year we can
discern improvement in the quality Of the article
manufactured.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

r "March came in like lion and went out
like lamb, the old saw hath it, and it has prov.
ell true TO the letter. The weather Of this week
thus far has been mild and balmy. The snow and
mud is rapidly disappearing, the birds sing sweet
y in the morning, and maple syrup of an excellent
quality for buckwhca,s at breakfast is only one dol
lar per gallon.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

WnlTISGHAM AGRicuLTrRAL SocIErY-Ths So
ciety has decided 10 hold its next annual Fair at
Nottingham Centre, Oh Thursday the S0th of Sep
TENDER next
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

~ Ne direct special attention to the new ad-
vertsemeuts which appear in our columns this
week, especially that of the Tammany Hall Hotel
in New York City, which is conducted upon the
European plan.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

HE MoRMoNs.-Col. Johnston, in hislatest-
received official dispatch, says that the Mormon
troops are organized to resist the establishment
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

Coon SIos.-The number of dwelling houses
"for sale or rent" in this village is much smaller
than usual This sign is indicative of stability
Brattleboro has not the resources for becoming q
great city. but it manifests every year n healthy
growth both in population and business. Corner
lot" speculation is not rife SO profitable here
as in some Of the cities and paper towns in the
West, but for all the purposes Of quiet, pleasant
and attractive HON it is like the great staples of
this State, Exceedingly hard to beat"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

c"u~rS counr---The April Term Of tho County
Court will commence at Fayetteville, Oh Tuesday
the 18th inst, thlet Justice Rcdheld presiding.-
We are informed by the Clerk that the assignment
for the first week is from the LIST to the sIth case
inclusive,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1858-04-03

REVERE llousE.-Messrs. Stevens & Son, favo-
rably known as the late proprietors of the Eagle
Hotel, Woodstock. have leased the Revere House
in this village. Their numerous friends will find
them ready to entcatain all who may favor them
with call. A new and commodious barn is in
process Of erection for the use Of this Hotel
FAST DAWN compliance with the request Of
the Governor of this State we shall lay aside our
accustomed avocations on Friday. In order to do
this we have been compelled to go to press one day
earlier than usual, which will account for the nom
appearance of reports Of the Cambridge and Brigh-
ton Cattle Markets this week. Under the circum-
stances we feel confident that our readers will
cuse their omission.