Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1861-04-04
A Word to the Patrons of the Freeman,

FRIENDS We almost regret 10 announce
that with the present issue Of the FREEMAN our
relations as publisher and patron cease. The
paper, with all it's appurtcnances, has been sold
and transferred to Hon. e. w. Willard, Of
Montpelier, who will continue its publication
at the same place and upon the same terms as
heretofore All present subscribers will still
receive the paper, and all accounts be paid Al
the Office in regular order of settlement.
With the above announcement, we feel .
weghty responsibility roll off our not over.
broad shoulders, our heart fill with emotion,
and our head press with iullness we cannot
utter few months over five years since, we
launched our frail barquc, not without anxiety
for our voyage, and fear for the result The
publishing business in Vermont had never been
any too remunerativc, and we were entirely IN
experienced, while our capital was limited, and
we have never had great confidence in our own
ability But He who guides the mariner on the
tempestuous ocean, has watched over us. We
have found kind friends, indulgent patrons
and wise counselors, and our voyage has been
pleasant one. We have been prospered be-
yond our highest anticipations, realized our
most ardent wishes, and, although we have
labored hard and continually, we resign the
Chair Editorial perfectly satisfied with our re-
ward.
No paper published in the State ever before
enjoyed SO large a circulation, mono seemingly
80 popular with the people, and none SO potent
for good er evil, and may VIC not trust that It's
influence hns not been wholly bad? We have
cndeayored to amuse and instruct our readers,
and We hope our many sins Of omission and
commission viii be forgiven and forgotten.
For the abundant and timely assistance, pc
cunarily and editorially, which we have re.
oeivcd from the people Of the State, and cspec-
ially those Of Montpelier, we are under the
greatest Obligations. Let it never be said that
energy and perseverance will not meet with en-
&C fragment among the large hearts and gcncr.
GUS minds OF this people.
70 the editorial fraternity, toiling hard up;
harder road, we offer our heartfelt sympathIcs
We shall remember with pleasure each pleOsan
exchange of compliment, and if ut futur
time, they again catch CLEAN Of our sail il
the horizon. we hope they will give tia friend,
greeting. We wish them well.
To the kind people OF Montpelier, with WHOM
our stay has been so pleasant, we owe n lastin,
debt of gratitude. May they and theirs b
abundanlly blessed. Here We have lived, her
we have toiled here reposes that of all OF
earth mos dear to US, and to whatever field oui
unsaed ambition may lead US, We shall turf
with more than regret to the pleasant scenes
amid the beautiful hills and valleys of our owl
Green Mountain State.
Of our successor we have but word to say
lie is well.known in tho State, especially in DO
liucal circles, is ready writer, and bring,
abundant capital and editorial ability to tn,
business. We hope that each subscriber viii
feel it his duty to still continue his paper, anC
be pleased to lend his influence in its favor.
We cannot better close than by impressing
upon your minds the advantage Of Literally
sustaining and encouraging your local papers
They are the bulwarks of your Freedom, tn,
defenders Of your rights, and protectors of you
wctalc. May lie who watches over the desti
MES OF Nations watch over and bless our own
and may We all be checrcd and prospercd b,
the smile Of Him who rewards the just
5. 5. B0YCE.