Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1866-01-31

and substantial blinds on the large
windows; and are again gathering
their forces to raise means to carpet,
and do, we know not what, to the In
side of the house. By the noble lib
crafty of citizen, there is suspended
good chandelier, sufficient to light
the body of the house well. They are
making an effort now to have singing
school, in this it is hoped they will
also succeed. M r'
Rev. A. A. Smith, pastor of the
Congregational church, who breaches
there half the time, was invited to
meet the people at the public house at
parish gathering on Thursday, of
last week. The people seemed to
turn out quite en- masse and cheer one
another and him by their presence as
well as by their s-liberal gifts" The
results of the visit were in money and
other things, as good or better, ninety
dollars. This with previous dona-
tons, amounts to upwards of 800
This is in addition to his stipulated
salary, which is promptly paid. Then
he and his family find themselves so
much better able to meet the cold
weather and high prices. The re-
ceivers are more thankful than they
can express, for this allows them to
give themselves to their life work.
Beside this there was a surprise
gathering" last. evening for the benefit
of an aged, infrm widow, and her
daughter, the latter of whom has sup
ported her mother mainly for several
years, mostly by her toll. An assem-
bly, that had more heart in their work,
could hardly be found. The substan-
tial presents to this family, were fully
worth 500. Such gatherings with
such an object, are not without their
influence.
The agricultural and numbering re-
sources Of this town, have heretofore
not been fully appreciated Bu t
through the liberal activity of the
trader there, and other citizens. it is
probable that real estate will assume
more nearlyits real value. A move
ment is also being made, to improve
the syste m and conveniences for
schools. All these things will, if right
ly conducted, work together to pro-
mote good society, and the highest
well being of the community.
PERsONAL.-We regret to learn of
the illness Of Mrs. Baxter, wife of Hon.
Portus Baxter, member of Congress
from the third District. She has been
suffering during the last three months,
from entire prostration Of the nervous
and muscular system, caused, no doubt
by overriding, during the past Inree
years. Her suffering is intense. and
in the opinion of Or. Thaver, there is
some doubt of her complete recovery.
DONATION AT ALBANY.-Thef friends
of the Rev. j. F. Ferguson in Albany,
met in the Baptist church in that town
on Wednesday evening. Jan. oath, to
enjoy a socia. visit and to give their
beloved pastor a decided token of their
respect and esteem. The weather
being delightful the house was filled
to overlooking at an early hour and
all seemed anxious to drink their fill
Of enjoyment upon the occasion. The
meeting was called to order by Silas
Hovey Esq, The audience then made
choice of n. NJ. Darling Esq. of Eden,
for their President, and after a short
though b e and spirited address
from that gentleman proceeded to APP
point the remaining officers of the
evening. Then listened to an excel
lent Anthem from the choir which was
followed by prayers by Rev. X. Had
ley. The Irasburgh Band being pres
ent we were then favored with one of
their choice pieces, which was played
in style that conferred honor upon
every member Of the band. The au-
dience then had the pleasure Of listen
ing to few remarks by Rev. K. Had
ley which was followed by a song by
Miss Colt sung in her usual impressive
The remainder of the time
preceding supper was taken up by
from Revs. Dutton and How
ey, DR.. Bill, Silas Hovey and others,
interspersed with music by the band
and choir. The supper hour being
announced, the assembly did ample
Justice to the bountiful repast. A col
lection was then taken up which re-
suited in the sum of $175,20, $135,2Oi
Of which was presented to the pastor,
he remainder going to pay for expen-
'es attending the supper. Mr.. Fergu
son responded by kindly and affect
ngly thanking them for their dona-
ion. J, c. Dow then proffered the
resolution, which was IMAM
mously accepted, viz:
Resotued, that the Ladies of this i'm.