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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

r. II. EDDY, ESQ, OF BosToN, has well
earned the title Of the 'honest and upright Pa
tent Solicitor" now universally given him.
Possessing more years Of experience in his pro-
fession, and having procured more patents
than any other solicitor now living, he is pre-
eminently qualified to aid those who may de-
sire TO obtain patents, or TO be advised in re-
spect to the laws in relation TO them. His
powers of analysis Of mech snism, and his quick
perception Of its novel characteristics are such,
that on the claims Of specifications prepared by
him there is little or no chance for an infrnger
to evade the patents. For thirty years or more
lie has devoted his entire time and energies 10
perfect himself in this department. and there
is no man equally competent to give advice 10
inventors touching the validity Of claims and
the patentabili,y o: inventions. In prosecuting
claims denied upon imperfectly prepared spe-
cifcations, he has been particularly successful,
large part of his practice being appeals in
cases where patents have been refused two or
three times in consequence of inexperience and
incompeency in preparing papers. We conf
IDENTIFY recommend MIR Eddy to all who are in
want of any information on the subject, and
can assure them tina, implicit reliance may be
placed in any statements he may make.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

ACROSS THE CoSTINEr-A summers journey to
The Rocky Mountains the Mormons, and the Pacifc
States with Cofax, by Samuel Bowles: Published by
Samuel Bowes & Co, Springfield, Mass, and by
Hurd & HOsgFton, New York. This is a neat vol
ume Of ss pages got ap in good style furnished with
a map of the country Through which the journey was
made. 1t contains thrty-three letters addressed to
the Springfield Republican by Mr.. Bowles, and pub
lishcd in that paper Inst summer and autumn, with
several supplementary papers relating to the NOR
mons, mines and mining The Yosemite Valley, the
big trees, the wealth of California, &c. also the
speeches of Mr.. Cofax on the route. These letters
attracted much attention when first published in the
Springfield Republican, and being now embodied In q
volume will have additional value, as work contain
ing important information for all who desire to be
acquainted with the condition and resources of that
part Of our country
For sale at Carpenters Periodical Depot.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

CoNGREss.-Congress having adjourned
through the holidays we have NO doings Of
theirs TO record.
During their adjournment the members have
mostly been hoTe, and arave consulted with
their constituents feeling their pulse, and
have returned with good understanding
doubtless of the wishes and spirit of the people
in regard to grea, pwblr measures now in ag-
tation. On coming together there will be peu-
ty OF work to do, and work Of the most impor-
tant kind: and we shall have in future num-
bers Of our paper reports of what is done from
week to week.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05
WfLMtNGToN. n T. Mondnv. Ian. 1.

Ihe celebration by the negroesto day passed
on WIN perfect order and propriety. Large
delegations were presen, from The surrounding
country.
All the civil officers in the State arpointed
by the Provisional Governor. including the
magistrates, mayors and commissioners of
towns, judges and all others, comprising the
whole machinery Of the government. have
ceased 10 exercise any authority, their terms of
office having come To an emf by the Provision
al Governor vacalng his Office
All power now temporarily rests in the Mill
tary Governor who is taking steps TO have the
Legislature remedy the difficulty. Meantime
il is probable that the military authorities will
direct the officers heretofore acting Tor the
State TO continue to exercise their functions.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

We find in Ayers American Almanac, DOW ready
for delivery gratis, by l. n. THoRN Bruttleboro, the
remarkable statement that the temperature Of the
earth has not diminished than l-3o6th part Of
one degree Fahrenheit for 1000 years. To our en-
quiry how he could make such assertion DR.. Aver
writes us the following answer: Hipparchus gives
the exact record of an eclipse in his time This en-
ables to measure with extreme accuracy the
earths diurnal revolutions since to any eclipse
Diminution offs heat would by concentration, short
its axis and consequently its time of revolution
its axis. The data show that this change has been
as state 1t. automatically and ndisputably true.'
New York Journal.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

law provides for all such cases, and needs only
10 be put In force in the respective towns in or
der TO put quielus upon such doings. Here
is the law;
"lf any person shall procure or attempt to
procure Of any authorized agent in the State
any intoxicating liquors by falsely representing
the purpose for which it is intended by him to
be used, such person so procuring it, or at
tempting TO procure it, shall forfeit and pay in
to the Treasury of this State the sum of ten
dollars for each offence, together with costs Of
prosecution"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

The LuMBER TRADE OF BuRLINGToN.-The
sales 81 lumber in this market, during The last
year, VIII foot up about sirty millions of feet
mn amount which places Burlington fairly in
the great lumber markets Of this country. The
largest OF thee is Chicago. where the sales
have reached the enormous amount Of $50 900,
900 feet year. The next is Albany. which
sells we suppose about 200, 900, 900, the next Ia
Bangor, With trade of 100, 900. 900 feet next
come Boston and Burlington which are now
probably about equal, with the prospect that
Burlington will be- ahead hereafter. The stock
of lumber nov on our wharves, is upwards Of
twenty million feet. probably not much short
of twenty-five million feet and would have
been still larger had the Canadian canals re.
maipsd open while ongsr.-Ffes Press.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

THE YEAR yHXT HAS GoNE.-We are sure
we cannot do our readers better service, or
one more to their liking. than to give them as
we do, in the Grticle headed The Year of Liber-
ty, a review of the most interesting and impor-
tant events OF the past year. We are indebted
TO Rev. Mr.. rockingham for this excellent
summary which he consented to furnish us at
our urgeRt request
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

third blow at the same time raising my pistols he saw
II and exclaimed, "Oh God, beg beg" said It is
not your beg We parted in haste Ms | did not know
how many friends he had near him And in summing
up the affair have bad arm and am short ono car
fridge from my neveriling s. & WIS largest size, he
may speak for himself IL he has anything to say.
l.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

BUSINESS CARD.-In our advertising columns to-
day will be found the Business Card of Edward
Clark, who has for months past been an sgent
for selling the musical instruments of Estey & Co.
Mr.. Cark's knowledge of music, his business capaci-
ty and his reputation for fair and honest dealing
inently qualify him for his employment, and recom-
mend him to the confidence oil those who have deal
inps with him.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

WOODEN WEDpING.-Mr. and Mrs. Frank Harris
of this Village celebrated the fifth anniversary of
their welded life last Tuesday evening. The
house well filed with friends, all of whom
went laden with useful articles of wooden ware,
(too numerous to mcntion) to the admiration and
establishment of the recipients After a few hours
spent in congratulations, amusements and happy
conversation, their friends departed taking with
them the thanks and best wishes of the happy
couple who had Unexpectedly been made the pos
SCISSORS of so many articles necessary for the up
holding of life"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

GOLDEN WEDDING. One of our venerable sub
scrbcrs, Benjamin Fessepden, and his wife Ialista,
of Guilford, celebrated their Golden wedding Jan
uary 2nd. Five children and twelve grand children
were present. The ceremonies of the occasion
were introduced by the marriage of f. b. Walker
one Of the grandsons and Alvena Klinger of this
Village, Rev. N. Webster officiating
A bounteous collation. was prepared and enjoyed,
after which various gifts from children and grand
children were presented to the aged couple by
their pastor Rev. J. @. Bennett, with appropriate
remarks, which were feclingly responded to by
them. Rev Mr.. Webster also made an address
wishing them hearty cheer. The afternoon was
spent In pleasant conversation, and in presenting
Rev. Mr., Bennett a donation. At nightiall the
party partook of an oyster supper, and spent the
evening in singing, and exchanging good wishes
and Witty rcpartce. All o'clock after prayer by
their pastor the company dispersed with many to-
kens of affectionate regard. Mr. and Mrs. Fessen-
den are nearly "a years old, have had eight chill
dren, all married. One died at the age of "a. Five
of the children were present, two absent. They
live In house standing on the same spot as the
one in which they were married. The life of this
aged pair has been peaceful aud harmonious and
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

MAzEPrA's BALL-The annual Dance and Festi-
val of this Engine Company took place at the Town
Hall, on Tuesday evening, Jan. I'd. The usual large
crowd was in attendance, and the dancing commenced
at an early hour to the splendid music furnished by
the Bratteboro Quadrille Band. Supper was had in
the Lower Hail. gotten up by that popular caterer and
saloon keeper, L. B. Morey.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

EVERY SATuRDAY."-The first member Of this
journal has been issued by Ticknor Fields, Boston.
1t is journal of choice reading selected from foreign
current literature. The reputation of the publishers
is guaranty of the value of the selections. For sale
Mt Carpenters Periodical Depot.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

FEsrIvAL.-The ladies of the Universalist Society
Of this village will hold their annual Festival and
Fair at the Town Hall, on Wednesday evening, Jan.
cath. As the ladies of this Society noted for hav
ing pleasant Festivals, pleasant time may be ex-
pected this year.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

The steamer Commonwealth, laden with
freight, together with the depot, telegraph Of
fee and adjoining buildings. and thirty freight
cars, sixteen Of which were loaded with freight,
were totally destroyed by fire Dec. goth, at
Groton, Conn. shortly after the steamer arrived
from New York. TIE fire originated in the
depot. No lives we're lost. The loss is esti-
mated at 81, 900 900.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

MUsIC.-We have been favored by the publisher,
II. L. Story, Burlington, with ECHOES from the
Mountains: IL popular vocal and instrumental
pieces arranged for the piano, for which he has our
thanks. We cannot judge of the music, but pre-
sumo 1t is good, judging from the source which it
came.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

The CASE OF KETCHuM THE FoRGER.-A
strong effort is being made TO obtain pardon
for the forger Ket,hum, who was sentenced on
Saturday TO imprisonment in the State Prison
for four years and six months. Previous TO
the sentence beng pronounced, Ketchum's
counsel read lengthy affidavit upon a motion
for further postponemeDt of the sentence, in.
which it was claimed that several millions Of
dollars were involved in the liiigalions grow
ing out of his extensive forgeries, and that
Kelchum's testimony was of the greatest i'm
portance in settling these accounts. In over
ruling the motion Judge Hoffman said:-
The Court does not entertain the slightest
doubt Of the good faith of the application made
for postpooement of the sentence, and the
Court also sees very plainly that the sentence
of this prisoner will lead TO great deal ofcon-
fusion, and greatly damage the business affairs
of the house with which he has been connected;
buI that is one of the inevitable consequences
OF the commission of crime by any one who is
engaged in large business operations.
The personal calamity 10 himself is not all
that follows the commission OF acrime, but ev-
cry one connected with him in business or so
cial relations is involved in II. That Is one OF
the penalties that follow il. While the inter-
esls of the creditors undoubtedly require that
more time should be given for the examination
OF the prisoner, cannot but feel, after looking
at this case carefully, that the State, whose
laws have been violated, requires that they
should be yindicaled with some degree Of
promptness. There are other interests besides
those of the creditors. There is the great pub
lie interest which must be consulted. The law
has been violated and violated under circum.
stances which, by reason Of the very character
Of the violation, attracted unusual atteniinn so
that the State has greater interest than the
individual.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

QUERY.-Certain persons go from the interior to
the side for heah others from the side to the
interior; what bodily conditions require this change
and why2 Question for Psychologists and physicians
10 answer
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

Bserss-Extra, sl3 5O9Sli 90; LIST quality, s12 25
q 10 90: I'd do Sill O0911 SO; Sd do, S9gs9 SO.
Horking Oren-S95, 500, sl5OG $3.50.
Co,cs and Cdires-S30, $50, 5000 500.
Yearings-S25a S2s.
TicO Years OM-S30G S45.
Three Years Oh-S50G $50.
Sheep and Lan.bs-Prces in lots, So, S4as Sc each;
extra, So, $50 50, or from to &c y lis.
Mdes-sI 9l0c p ID.
TdUOr-sa9c p ID.
Pehs-Sl 50a 81 10 each.
Cdif SkiRs-22G25c y ID.
N. y. Becf-Extrn and first quality includes
nothing but the best large fat stall fed Oxen. Sec
ond qualify includes the best erassSed Oxen the best
stabilized Cows, and the best three wear old Steers.
Ordinary consists of Bulls and the refuse of lots
Shcep-Ex,rn includes Cossets, and when those Of
inferior quality are thrown ont.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

An aged Indian of the renobscot tribe, who
had taken upon himself the task If the spirit
ual enlightenment OF his tribe, was used TO hold
forth TO them whenever he could find dozen.
of them together. He was asked by white
man, who had heard him preach one day, how
much he received for sermon? II gifts bout
six cents" ii, seems to me that that is DID
poor pay" said the white man. ayes. me know
that but us d-n poor preach, too"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

No MORE CATTLE FROM CANADA.-Consul
Thurston nj Toronto, Canada, received instruc-
tons on The % inst, that The United States
government win not permit amy more cattle 10
enter The States from Cans.a. This prohili-
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

SERvIcE.-Rev. Mr.. rockingham will offciate
OF the Brick church at West Brattleboro next Sun
day evening at O. o'clock. Union service in this
Village at the Universalist church.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

the greetings on this occasion were warm and cor
dial Among the articles presented was splendid
album containing pictures of oil the children and
grand children,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

Public DocuAENrs.-We tender our
thanks to Hon. j. S Morrill, for some impor-
tant public documents just received.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

AUcrIoN.-We call attention to the advertisement,
"Auction Sale" Jan. 18th, of c. J. and F. @. Rich
ardson, found in another column.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

PRESENTATION. New Years day. Capt F. o.
Sawyer, the popular aud efficient U. S. Quarter
master at this post, was presented by the Clerks
and employees in his Office with solid gold match
chain, testimonial of the high regard in which
he is held by them an officer, under whose d.
rection they have been employed for the past year.
This testimonial was accompanied by letter of
presentation, which with the chain dazzlcd the
Captains eyes, and as an eye witness informs us,
completely took him down." and tears freely
flowed down the cheeks Of the "Veteran of four
years service" three years of which time was in
active field duty We understand the Captain re-
piled in neat letter, acknowledging its reception,
and was highly valued and appreciated by him, and
that they would ever be remembered To some,
such presentations may seem triaing, but to us
they express much good feeling between man and
man, and show the pleasantest relations between
employer and employees
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

MEEriNo.--The week Of prayer will be observed
In the Methodist Episcopal Church of this village,
commencing Jan. 9TH.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

RENrED.-The pews in the Congregational church,
in this village rented for the current year,
Tuesday evening of this week. All the pews were
taken at the appraisal except about half dozen on
each floor. These may now be had by application to
the trustees. The raised by the rental exceeded
two thousand dollars; and the superiority of the plan
now in operation in this Society for the raising Of
funds for oil expenses, was fully demonstrated.
Prof. Schuster furnished rare entertainment TO
the members of the Society present. by his admirable
performances on the organ.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

THE BANK OF BRArTLEBoRo.-On the first Of
January this Institution paid semi-annual dividend
of per cent besides the government tax.
This Bank passed the first instant into Nation
al Institution under the name Of the vermont Ma
tonal Bank of Brnttleboro adding simply to its old
name "vermont National"
The Bank was chartered in 1921 and for nearly half
century has been intimately identified with the inter-
ess of the coanty and possessed the confidence of the
business community. During the past Is years it has
paid its stockholders from its earnings, hundred
and fortynine per cent? of dividends besides adding
to its surplus. We trust the same conservative and
careful management which has characterized the old
bank will give confidence and stability to the new.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

TAKE NortcE. All notices of births, marriages,
and deaths sent to tire Phoenix for publication must
he accompanied byh responsible name IN order to Sc
cure insertion.
Pa,STlNa.-Job printing of every description in
vorkmanke and prompt manner, Done at fuE PHR-
NIX OFFICE by Frank b. Cdbleiph.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

BANK AssETs.-The assets of the Vermont
Banks are stated to he ten millions of dollars.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

LYcEuM-The following resolution is the subject
Of discussion Mt the Lyceum at Centreville next Mon
day evening
Resolved, That the Bible does not prove the final
abode Of the Saints to be on the earth.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

Town AGENTs.-Towp Agents are doubtless
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

For CALIFoRNIA-We call the attention Of our
readers and the merchant public of our community to
the Pacific MAIL STEAMSHIP CoMPAKY's advertise
inent in our columns. The steamships composing
this line are large, commodous, ably commanded, and
fitted up solely with view to the comfort Of passen
gers. We cheerfully recommend this line to all who
are DESTROYS of visiting the golden shores of the
Pacific, as possessing conveniences and accommoda-
tions surprising all others. Read the advertisement.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

TEMPERANCE CoNvENTIoN.-At the recent
meeting al Randolph the following officers Of
the State Temperance Society for the ensuing
year were elected:
Presideht-Rev. J.. A. DUNN, OF Fairfax.
Vice Presidents. 6. STIMsoN. of Water
bury JOHN HOWE, Jr., OF Brandon Rev. A.
I. BuLLARD, Of ST. Johnsbury.
Recording and Corresponding Secretary
Rev. J. Torrey, of Hardwick.
Treasurer-G. w. Scott, Of Montpelier.
= Auditor-Joel Foster, OF Montpelier.
Executive Committee--Rev. B. +. Hay, of
Hartford; DIR. L. T. Phelps, Windsor; Rev.
NJ Kidder, Woodstock Hon. w. NJ. Pingry,
Wealhersfeld; Dea. Morris. of Norwich Rev
f.. II. Byington, of Windsor and II. W..
Worlhen, of Springfield.
On motion. The Sd Article Of the Conslitu-
ton was amended so as TO include Statistical
Secretary ia the list of officers of The Society
and Rev. p. ii. White, of Coventry, was elect
ed Statistical Secretary for the ensuing year.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

Flour and Meal.

State and Western Flour has been quiet and some
what depressed Shipping brands of State in mode
rnte request for export Canadian Flour is dull and
dropping. Rye Flour is in limited demand. We
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05
Rehfet, of tie Marksta.
Report for the week ending Jan. 3. 1866.
CAMBRIDGE CATTLE MARKET.

AMOUNT OF LIVE STOCK MARKET.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05
G. rniu.

Wheat has been quiet and irregular. Corn mac
tive and depressed. Rye has been dull. Oats dull
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-01-05

HOPES
Hops have been in moderate demand at asa soc.
for new, and lO94oc. for one year old y n.
Gold.
Gold closed at New York, Wednesday, at 1881.
Minnesota Staats-Zeitung. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1858-1877, 1866-06-16
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