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A CHANGE IN TIE CABINET.

As far as the telegraphic wires reach the
country was startled Monday evening by the
announcement that Simon Cameron had been
removed from the Cabinet, and appointed
Minister TO Russia and that Edward NJ Stan
ton of Pennsylvania had been selected to suc-
coed him in the Presidential councils. Some
were inclined to doubt the authenticity of the
news, but it turns out to be true. On Monday
the President sent in to the Senate the nomna-
tion Of Mr. Stanton as Secretary of War, fol-
lowed by the nomination of Mr.. Cameron as
Minister to Russia, vice Cassius NJ. Clay re-
called at his own request.
The reasons for this change are pretty certain
although the manner in which it was effected is
not yet so apparent. Some of the special cor
respondents will have it that Mr.. Cameron was
turned out of his Office by the President, while
others as positively assert that he resigned on
account of the difference of views between him
and the majority of the cabinet. 1t perhaps
m alters little which is the true version of the
affair, although it would seem from his subse-
quent nomination 10 high office that the Pres
that he was disposed to let him wn gently
1t is certain that his views on some important
questions Of state policy do not,agree with
those of the Presidents and it is equally GER
tain and far more notorious that some of the
friends of the ex-Secrctary hsve made "big
thing" out Of the war, or else common fame
most cruelty bellies him.
Tho appointment of Mr.. Stanton is one that
must commend itself to the good sense of the
community. Although his name has not figured
much in political circles he is a man of great
ability, and is eminent in his profession. He
resides at Pittsburgh, Pa, where he has held
distinguished position as a lawyer. When Mr..
Buchanan remodclod his Cabinet, on the resigna-
ton OF Gen, Cass, Mr.. Stanton became h
attoiney-General and retained that position
until the close of Mr.. Buchanan's term of Office.
10 his exertions with those of Mr.. Holt and
Gen. Dix, the country is indebted for what Of
good distinguished the last few months of the
Buchanan Administration. Like Messrs. Holt
and Dix, Mr.. Stanton has always been an un
swerving friend of the Union; and the first ar
ticle in his present political creed is the ener-
getic and unresting prosecution of the war I'M
til the last vestlge Of Rebellion is removed.
The country will now look for less of the
plundering of the Treasury and for more
earnest and vigorous prosecution of the war
With these certain there will be no difficulty in
finding meu aud means to carry on the contest
to a successful issue, and in preventing any in
termeddng OF foreign nations with our domes-
tic concerns.
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BRATTLEBOROi
THURSDAY. JNUARY 10, 1892.
ruu ALLOTMENT SYSTEM.

II will he remembered by our readers that in
October last Gov. Fairbanks appointed the
Hon. Joseph Poland of Montpelier, Financial
Agent TO visit the camps Of the Vermont troops
in the service. and to receive and transmit such
nortions Of their earnings totheir families and
friends at home as the soldiers should sec fit TO
set aside for that purpose. At the same time
there was law for the allotment of soldiers
pay, passed at the Extra Session of Congress
last summer, but no details had been decided
upon for putting il in operation.
Immediately upon the adjournment of the
legislature of this State. Gov. Holbrook re.
quested the Hon. John b. Page, Treasurer of
the State, and John Howe, Jr., of Brandon,
the agent forproviding for the families of vol
unleers, to perfect a system and prepare forms
Whereby the allotment act of Congress could
be made available to Vermont soldiers. These
gentlemen attended to the duty assigned them
and performed it in manner highly satislacto-
ry to the Executive. At his request they pro-
ceeded TO Washington on their way to the en-
campment OF our vounte ers TO explain the de-
tails of the system TO the men and TO carry the
plan into active operation. Upon their arrival
they found that Congress had, by an act for
that purpose, empowered the President to APP
point three Commissioners for each State to
adapt the system to the wants of their respec-
tive States and to put it in operOtion-to do, in
short, Just the work that had been so well done
by Messrs. Page and Howe. Their plan was
submitted to the Secretary of the Treasury,
and was found to be far better than any other
that had been suggested. Under these circum-
stances, and without consulting with the Ex-
ecutive of the State the President very proper
ly appointed these gentlemen Commissioners,
under the act aforesaid, and. as Mr.. Poland
was then in Washington, lie was joined with
them in this commission probably upon the re-
commentator of our Congressional delegation.
So much for the history of the matter. In
der the allotment system as now perfected each
soldier can designate upon the payroll the eX-
act amount he desires to have reserved from |
his monthly pay for the benefit Of his family or
friends and to whose order the same shall be
made payable. At each subsequent pay day !
this amount will be reserved by the paymaster
and placed to the credit of the Treasurer OF
Vermont, who is custodian of these funds. All
that will be necessary for the person for whose
benefit soldiers pay is allotted to do. is TO draw
his order upon the Treasurer for whatever sum
may be due at the time In our Judgment no
safer, more feasible or better means than are
thus provided can be devised to promote an
end so desirable for soldiers and so beneficial
to their families.
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equally virtuous, hut not quite so venerable,
President OF the so-called Southern Co nfeder
acy, Jefferson Davis
have not seen their letters, which are sup
posed to be under lock and key of the Secrcta-
ry of War, but it is suggested that these two
apostles OF secession more than once prove that
they were not insensible to the great influence
of Mrs @. Messrs. Breckingidge and Lane
tJoc Lane) are also said to figure in the inter.
change of opinions, and the polished and grace.
ful Yancey adds some Of his choicest confirm.
tons to the collection. General Cameron. how.
ever, is so prudent and cautious in regard TO
these letters that presume they will never be
permitted to see the vulgar light of day.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16
VERMONT H1sToR1CA1 SOCIETY.

A special meeting of the Vermont Historical
Society will lie holden at the Court House, in
Burlington, on "Wednesday and Thursday the
22d and 23d days Of Jan, 1862. at 10 o'cloc,
A. NJ.
Papers of interest will be read at a series OF
public meetings by the Rev. WILLIAM II LORD
Rev. FREDERICK w. SHELTON, Hon. DAVID
A. SMALLEY, Rev. JONI A. Hicks, ID. d., DIR.
HIRAM +. STEVENS, and others whose names
will be announced in circular soon to be
printed and distributed by the Committee OF
Arrangements.
The customary courtesy oihaff fare tickets will
be extended to persons attending this special
meeting, by tie different railroads ofths State.
An opportunity to become members of the
Historical Society will be afforded to gentle
men who take an interest in its objects.
Newspapers in the State will please copy.)
GEORGE +. HOUGIITON,
Recording Secretary.
St. Adams. Jan. 6. 1862
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"About these days look out for a Storm" i
the burden of the weather predictions in the
odd Farmers Almanac If that interesting
serial circulatcs in the Confederate States the
rebels will DO well to take heed, for, unless ap.
pearanccs are deceptive, decisive movements
of the federal army are about to take place
In the course of the next two weeks our read
ers may "look out" for exciting news.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

REV. ID. a. MACK. of Royalton has been ap.
pointed Chaplain of the Sd Vermont Regiment
to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation
of the Rev. Mr.. Parmalee. Mr.. Mack is clel-
gyman of the Methodist order, and is reputed
to be a man of ability.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

FIRE IN CHEsTERFIELD.-The dwelling house
OF Mr.. John a. Wakefield of Chesterfield Fac
tory Village, n. H., was discovered to be on
fire at about half past two o'clock on the morn
ing of Thursday Jan. =. The wind was blow
ing gale, ard so rapid was the spread of the
flames, that it was with difficulty the inmates
escaped with their lives. Both Mr.. and Mrs.
Wakefield were severely burned, and nearly
every particle of furniture and clothing in the
house was destroyed. The property was not
insured. 1t is supposed that the fire took from
ashes placed in the wood-house.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

CoNcERT.-In the musical calendar for this
vicinity, we find, about these days look out for
n good concert and true to his established Gus
tom Mr.. Schuster hands in programme for
his annual entertainment, therein promising a
fulfillment of the foregoing prediction, on Mon
day evening of next week at Town Hall. An in
teresting feature in the previous concerts of
Mr., S. has been the performance of his own
pupils, demonstrating alike the skill of the
teacher and the progress of the scholar. To
this is added upon this occasion, novelty,-a
duet for volins to be performed by two Young
ladies, also pupils and the instrumental de-
partment is further enriched by the contrbu-
tons of Mr.. Eichler violinist and cornet play
er, from Boston, and the services OF a full
orchestral bard. The occurrence of the names
of Mrs. Sawyer, Prof Kim all and Mr.. APPEL
baum, in the vocal performances, assures their
excellence. With those who have an apprecia-
ton of good music, the favor conferred upon
Mr. Schuster by their patronage is but second
airy, and we hope enough may be found seek
ing their own pleasure in attending this concert,
to secure substantial advantage to the bene-
fciary
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the answer, it was to he forwarded to "John
Ranken, Hamilton, c. W." BY blunder on
the part of the son, both letters were forwarded
to Mr.. Huater, thereby exposing Mr.. Patton's
Whereabouts, and furnishing indubitabe proof
Of his ruilf
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

The It'll REGIMENT.-Copt Vrlncy S. Full.
lam of the 2nd Regiment has been promoted
to the Lieut. Colonelcy of the 7ih Rev. II.
NJ. Frost of Middebury has been appointed
Chaplain of the same; DR.. i. n. S. Morgan Of
Pownal, Surgeon, and DIR. Francis W. Kelley
OF Derby Line, Assistant Surgeon.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

A Big CoLT.-It is refreshing in these days
of large hogs to turn for moment to the
growth of other animals; and we have a notable
example to offer in the case of colt raised by
Luke 7. Bond of Dummerston, foaled two
years ago on the 10th day of May last, that
weighed on the 18th inst. 1000 pounds
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

VERMONT AND MASSACHUSETTS RAILROAD.
For the year ending Nov 80, 1861, the total in
come of this road was $2OO,64S So, of which
S55,906 GO was from passengers, S9O93l
freight, $42.3l0 IS rent, &C., &c. Total ex-
penditures, for working the road Sl04 ,009 81
amount of interest paid Sj6,3S7 40 In 1860
the income of the road was $2j4 ,S26 81; the
expenditures $l36 ,CS9 90; interest paid 500,
496, and the net income 500, 23O OF. For the
year ending Nov. 80, 1861, the net income was
$1,000 81, a decrease for 1861 of 1913 SOL
The road has carried 1880 passengers, and
jS,I73 tons Of freight. In 1850, 91,S27 pas
sengers and 1854 tons of freight. Total
number of miles run in 1860, 10l 1926; 1861,
90,j30. Total amount of debt 1891 1925, a
decrease of $l2 500 from the last Number Of
public ways crossed at grade 63. brakeman
on freight train was the only person killed
upon the road during the year.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

of tickets taken was so small that 1t was not
deemed prudent by the proprctors of the me-
nOgcrie to set up the two black bears for com
petition. A turkey shoot" followed, which re-
suited in disabling two turkeys in hundred
or more shots, at a distance of about $50 yards
If our sharp shooters who have gone to the war
do no better than this the rebels will be toler-
ably safe.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

OUR SIDEwALKs.-We commend the condi.
ton of the sidewalks in this village to the at
tention of our worthy BolifIs, with the hope
that they will ascertain if it is such as our vii
lage bylaws contemplate, and if not, find out
who is at fault in the matter and see to it that
the proper remedies ale applied. In many OF
the most irequented parts of the village the
snow is not removed, much to the discomfort
and inconvenience of female pedestrians. In
others the sidewalks are so slippery that unless
one is taking great heed to his steps and in a
remarkably sober condition he cannot walk upon
them without manifest danger to limb if not to
life. While the people are enjoined to take
heed unto their steps the Bailifs should take
heed unto their ways.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

~ Samuel On tbo ,.or l,,, ;., .
IS ;,,.o'o,,.s ~ e. .' "e'' All iNeillo'
"o" ThnreJn, ~ nr;', uceu III Ii"r''Hru'
U"','''' ,, '"? n'V'l d: oG,cN' pI an
IaJ h "'.'' N Tp9" .me "1u.n A"hough ne
Iuu "Jet ~ ,o' sIEet"i uaiS' MS qGa'h was
|pe',eu Su' Io io, ne ToS uorh NJ hartford
co''i', 1ull 49, i9i1, Az ms carry NE ne stud
Ieu 't Tis uu ui"er .ie assumed name Of
IT. Cout unNelseG q e oo H'a,e, ana visited
amps Tntpa 'om W. IJoo inhao'.ahS or over
~ ,ne U,,o'i "fu ni.'Sn Nof'n m america iect-
urlhg upon ms iavorite study. The means thus
acquired nc devoted TO The prosecution OF the
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

Of Just such material was the democratic
convention composed which met at Concord on
Wednesday of last week. 1t was democratic
affair Of the most determined partizau type,
which its contrivers thought public sentiment
would bear without open rebellion. The pre-
vaiing tone of the resolutions were repulsive
and show disposition to raise issues against
the national administration which the people at
large regard as not only uncalled for, but pos
itively detrimental to the vigorous prosecution
Of the war, and on matters which have received
the endorsement of many of the ablest demo
Gratis Of all the other loyal states. Col. John
II. George, fair type of his party made AN
old-fashioned, partisan stump speech that would
have passed without any special notice in days
of political portisanshp, but which was in ex-
ecrable taste in the present crisis of our coun-
try's affairs.
The keynote Of the resolutions-"That the
democracy having been always true and faith.
full to the Union"-sounds rather discordant
when we remember that every high officer of
the combination now in revolt against the Uni
ted States, belonged at the moment of his
TREASON to this very party.
Fortunately for New Hampshire the people,
in 1855, disturbed the monopoly of office en-
joypd for twenty five years by this party, and
they have ratified the verdict then given at six
successive elections. This year they will speak
in yet louder tones.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

The paper mandatory of Hunter & Patton,
OF North Bennington was recently DESTROYED
by fire. Mr. Patton resided in Troy n. Y.
and had charge of the sales and financial de-
partmcnt. About the 2jth of December he
suddenly disappeared, having disposed of the
paper on hand and secured the insurance money
on the buildings which were burned, amount
ing to $4,000 and taking with him the books
OF the company, but left letter TO his derraud-
ed partner to the effect that the concern was
insolvent, and offering his advice and best wish
es relative to closing up the business. His in
his property in Troy, Mr.. Patton CONVEYED 70
to his son. 1t is estimated that he must have
taken at least 100000 of money belonging to
the concern, But the manner in which Pat.
tons iniquily was exposed is remarkable.
Wishing to send letter to Mr.. Hunter without
exposing to him his whereabouts, he directs il
to his son at Troy accompanied with another
giving. directions TO forward the letter TO Mr.
H. at North Bennington and upon recent of
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

New Posi- 0FF1CE.-A new Pest Office has
been established at East Dover in this county,
and S. II. Sherman has been appointed Post
master We accordingly direct bundle of
THE PHOENIX for such subscribers as reside
within the range of its delivery to that office.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

LEcTURE.-Rev. S. II. Colbln will lecture
at the Baptist Church next Sabbath evening,
Jan. 10Th, at - o'clock, p. NJ. Subject,
"MorNl Dangers of Young Men"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

Religious services were held at the Town
Hall by the Chaplain of the 9Th Regiment, on
Sunday morning, at which the members of the
regiment attended en- massc.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

BANK OF BRATTTEBoRo.-At the annual
meeting of the stockholders of the Bank oil
Brattleboro, held on Tuesday the l4th inst, the
following gentlemen were elected Board oil
Of Directors for tie ensuing year, viz: Sam
mel Root, w. II. Rockwell and Joseph Good
hue of Bratteboro, Farley Starr of Jacksonville
and Joseph Clark of Brattlcboro. At meeting
of the Directors on the same day Samuel Root
was elected President, and Philip Wells,
Cashier. The usual semi ANIMAL dividend of 4
per cent. had been declared, payable on the LIST
inst.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

FLOWERS IN DEcEMBER.-Miss ]. S. Field
of Guilford has kindly graccd our table with
boquet of flowers of the trailing Arbuus, gath
cred in the fields on the Goth of December
Although singularly out of season their grateful
incense is sweet and pleasant offering, COM
plimentary to the sanctum and typical of the
fair donor.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

WINDHAM COUNTY BANK. The annual
meeting of the stockholders of the Windham
County Bank was held on Tuesday the 18th
inst, at which time the following gentlemen
ensuing, viz: n b. Williston, ]. +. Burrows,
and Ferdinand Tyler of Brattleboro, w. p.
Richardson of Putney, o. r. Post and Edward
Kirkland of Bratteboro, Simeon Adams of
Marlboro, Franklin Sawyer of Newfane, and
Silas NJ. Waite of Brattleboro. At a suisse
qucnt Directors meeting n. B. WillisIon was
elected President, S. NJ. Waite, Cashier and
n. c. Sawyer, Teller. The usual semi-annual
dividend of 4 per cent. had been declared, pay
able on the LIST instant.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

SAVINGS BANK-The fifteenth annual report
Of the Windham Provident Institution for
Savings appears in another column: In the
close of its fifteenth year, this Institution has
again declared an extra dividend of one per
cent per annum on all deposits remaining
therein tor one or more years, during the last
five years. this being. the third one thus carried
TO the credit of depositors.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

SHARP SHOOTING AT a DIscouNr.-Our
State is now well nigh drained of men skilled
in target shooting, if the results Of the great
"bar shoot" at Wilmington on Tuesday is any
criterion. We are Informed that the number
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

LAsELL FEMALE SEMINARY.-The next term
OF this excellent Institution begins Feb. 90
See advertisement.
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THE STH REGIMENT.-We understand that
the field and staff officers of the Sth Regiment
are all appointed, and that the roster of the
regiment is as follows:
Coloncl-Stephen Thomas of West Fairlee
Lieut.. Col.-Edward NJ. Brown of Mont
pelier, now Adiutant of the 9th Regiment
MNjor-Charles Dillingham; of Waterbury
now Captain in the 2nd Regiment
Adiutant-O. J. Moore OF Rutland.
Quart ermas er-Fred. L. Smith of Mont
pecr.
Chaplain-Rev. +. c. Williams of Brattle-
boro.
Surgeon-Dr. G. F. Gale of Brattleboro.
Asst. Surgeon-Dr. II. II. Gillett Of Corinth.
Quartermaster Sergeant-John L. Barstow
of Shelburne.
Commissaiy Sergeant-Edward Smiley of
Brattcboro.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

HARLAND ID. Tyler is now the local Agent
for The PHOENIX at South Londonderry, and
is authorized to receive subscriptions and adj
vertisements for the paper in that vicinity
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The Great Expeditions.

Two of tho rnos, ;r,,,or,o,,, ,,,-.........,- -,
.....'...,.~ ,"'' 'e'i'h's Oh the
WI" "'o Nv" """eSseu-'he starting OF the gun
boat expedition on the Mississippi, and the sail
ing Of Burnsde's expedition from Annorol;.
I, seems to he understood ,h,, ,ho l.,,a. ~,
not proceed vorv grcot Js,onoo ~" nJ i"te' will
form Gn rnn 90 no E,r,hon H. "'' C N.Y. TeS-
wi,hout cncounipr;ne, tbo o,o ,,'"' Nv
,beroforc look for pnye nf ,bn IL, -; m."!
TANGO n, once wv ''''''' '''Po'
In tho burnside oxnod;,;or horo or, g..
Nas.ocbusrtts regnoenis ,ho or ri ~ IT ~ ~ :
Loo, tho 95,b ri If,,on. ~ OH ~ ~ u
S,ov,,eon. no o2J XXI ~ N,
I;ent' Col Nocqi comn,and;nn also VI" Ena,
Jorr,s bnt,orv Il c,u,s nrJ IN , ",oo
ri Hudson ~, Wodncs,lav boro ~ o., n,'n,
silc from boodopar,crs ,b. sooiod -
which bn ;s ~ act In od,i;,o ~, ,hn
sembed and for nont,s nas, Jr;IIo5 ~, VnuoM
oils he will 10 iored by others rnoli NH ,bo
cntire exnedi,iog about 20 ono s,r"", T 'ho
evnod;,;on vii nr,braco c,U ,,,o,,,,. - ~
wnr-some of then, tho n,ost cgoo;;,.o ,i;ns W
tho service 20 ~
From the western gprboat cxrod;,;or oroo,
results nre cxnerted II will ~ oo,,r 90. 90
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

WHTINGHAM.-lhe annual meeting of the
Nottingham Agricultural Society was held at
Corkins' Hall, on Saturday evening, Jan. 4th.
The meeting was fully attended and the men,
bers Of the society manifest a determination to
continue a progressive improvement in the
science of Agriculture and the Mechanic arts,
believing these TO be the basis of civilization,
and the true source of national prosperity and
strength. This society is not to be outdone by
any in this part Of the State.
The choice of officers and some other bust
ness was continued to an adjourned meeting
at the same place on Wednesday evening Of
this week.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-01-16

ARRIyAL--1he 9TH company recruited for
the 9Th Regiment, arrived in camp on Satur-
day afternoon of last week from West Ran
dolph. Like its predecessors this company
made rather a shabby appearance upon its arri-
val, dressed as its members were in multi
formed, parti-colored and soon to be cast of
garments. In their new uniforms they do not
look like the same men. After all dress is
something of an item in the general appear
ouce of any man, however much we may at
tempt to ignore its influence. The setting has
much to do with the apparent brilliancy of any
gem however fine its polished facets may be.