Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1865-11-02
Notes and observations.

from the cars, Is mixture of scrub oak,
white and Norway pine, the latter pre-
dominating, The soil, should judge,
is not the most productive. The timber
it produces would seem to confirm this
opinion. noticed some farms, however,
in this vicinity, that indicated care and
fertility, especially those contiguous to
the river.
In passing over the Vermont Central
from Essex to Montpelier, any one par
ticularly fond of mountain scenery can
be fully gratified. the towns of Willis
ton, Richmond, Bolton, Waterbury and
Middlesex have each stations upon the
route, which afford ample opportunities
for Impressive observation. The Wi
nooski River has forced its passage
through this region, passing the Green
Mountain range in the town of Bolton.
The railroad has been equally bold and
successful in its efforts in this direction.
1t follows the river in its Jortuous wind
ings. looking down with indifference
upon its rocky bed.
The village of Waterbury exhibits
many evidences of spirit and enterprise.
Its new and elegant hotel is not among
the least of these. II external finish is
any indication ofinternal fitness and ac-
commodation, few public houses in the
State can boast of better. 1t offers, from
its location, many inducements as
place for summer resort, being surround
ed by that greatest of all considerations,
pure mountain air. Should railroad
be constructed northward from this
place, as appearances now strongly indi-
cate, opening through the town of Stowe
ready and easy communication with
the famous Mansfield Mountain, and
with the extensive region to the north
of it, the village of Waterbury will be-
come an attractive, business place, and
a very desirable resort for the pleasure
seeking pnblic. May success attend this
enterprising project, and abundant re-
turns be realized by all the parties con-
nected Herewith.
If were allowed to advise in so i'm
portant matter, should counsel the
good people of Lamoille and portions of
adjoining counties, other considerations
permitting, to bid high for the opening of
railroad facilities among them, either to
connect south with the Vermont Cen
trail at Waterbury, Or east with the Con-
necticut River line or with both. In
this age of steam and progress any large
producing or manufacturing district
railroad, or water communi-
cation with the markets, is, in modern
English, "out in the cold"
Middlesex, lying between Waterbury |
and Montpelier, possesses many advan.
tages and wholesome attractions. Its
village is quite Small, but it's neat and
5ldy appearance indicates happiness and |
comfort among the people. Vermont is
noted for small, quiet villages. They
Ire nestled in among her vine-clad hills, |
ike pearls in the mine. There is scarce
y town in the State without one or |
more of these business centres, contain
ng school honses, churches and taste
fully built residences. They may well
De regarded as the pride and beauty of |
Of the Commonwealth; as unmistakable |
evidences Of industry, purity and intelli-
5ence among the people as the offspring
IF republican liberty, and the legitimate
productions of social equality and reli-
sious freedom.
From Middlesex TO Montpelier is but
| few minutes ride. Passengers for the
after place change cars at the junction,
| mile or so west ofthe village, and soon
ind themselves at the head Of railroad
surrounded by the busy
:rowds that throng at this season the
State capital.
A stranger on entering the streets of
Montpelier, is readily impressed with the
nergy, life an activity Of the place. The
'illage in many respects is worthy the
position as the capital of Vermont. Its
ocation is neither slightly nor command
ng, yet elegance and beauty are among
is prominent characteristic The Onion
iver as it is here called, flows silently
nd peacefully through this favored re-
reat contributing largely to local
cenery, and imparting to the entire viii
age an air of dignity and loneliness.
The people of Montpelier may well feel
'roud, as they should feel grateful, for
he presence Of this noble stream. T.
,oa.' - and ADVANTAGES to - us
49,, e nam, and
t passes, can only -, estimated Nv the
nhhlte soo' less of Him who has con- |
eireo ynis and similar favors upon our |
Ind. The streets of this model metrop- |
oils are well supplied with lights, cross
ings and durBble sidewalks, provision |
very necessary and agreeable in dark
evenings and wet weather. The public |
buildings here, particularly the State
House, are credit to the people and to |