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Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
The School House in Ashes !

1t is with no ordinary regret we an
nounce that our beautiful SCHOOL HOUSE
--one of the best in the State, and the
pride and hope Of our village-was total
ly destroyed by fire on Tuesday night of
this week. Several hundred dollars worth
Of school books, belonging TO the scholars
all over the village, a library case, and
school apparatus of various kinds were all
destroyed with it. Also the school regis
ter, and the " Roll of Honor" in which
with honorable pride the pupils worked so
diligently to have their names entered.
The fire was first discovered at about IL
o'clock in the basement, and seems to have
taken in some manner from the furnace,
and though il got under considerable head
way when discovered, it probably would
have been saved but for want of water.
For an hour and half it was confined
mainly to the basement, in vain attempts
to smother it, and pouring on water
brought in pals. The engine was prompt
| ly brought out, and water drawn for it
from reservoirs in various places, but in no
case could it play but few minutes before
the water would give out, and at half past
twelve the fire got up in the upper stories
and burst out in perfect fury. The eff
forts were then directed TO saving Mr.. w.
ii. Johnson's built ings, which were sue
cessful with but slight damage. At no
time was it possible, after discovery, to
get inside to save anything, so dense was
the smoke. Efforts were made to enter
the west end of the building by ladders
into the High School room for that pur-
pose, but il was found no person could re-
main in it an instant without suffocation.
The loss must be at least from ten to
twelve thousand dollars, on which there is
an insurance of only between four and
five thousand dollars. 1t is a severe loss
to the village, not only in consequent fu-
ture taxation but will also be felt at least
for six months to come in the inconven-
fence and disarrangement of our excel
lent system Of schools. There were but
few families in the village who did not
have a few dollars worth of books des-
troyed. The fall term of school was to
have closed today, wednesday,. and
has been abruptly terminated in man
ner little expected when the session closed
for Tuesday.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

Sidney received a fracture of bob thigh
bones, b sid severe bruises n out The
head and lse here. Di, herman had 4 leg
broken in two places near the hip. Sidney
was entirely covered, and those who res
cued him knew only where to search by
groans, and it is thought it was eight
minutes before he was reached and de
liyered.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
GOLD AND STOCKS.
CAMBRiDGE CATTLE MARKET.

TUESDAY, Nov. q, 1856.
Prices of Market Bee-Fxtra Sl3 90 a Is Is first quail
ity S2 90 a So 70 second quality SO 90 90 Sll IS;
third quality 50 90 a $40 90
Prices of Store Cattle--workne Oxen, p pair-Sl75
a S2I5.
Mich Cows and oalves--s45, SIS, $50 a $40
YearIings $50 az Sc; two years old $50 "a Si0 three
years old $45 a. S65
Sheep-Sl,2 Is a $3.50. Lambs-Sl,25 a 4,50 Elk
ira, $500 "a 600.
Hides 10. a lie. y Is. Tallow % q l0c y Fb.
Pets 81 00QI 81 Is each. Calf Skins 20 y b.
REMARKs.with the exception of few pairs of extra
fat the highest price for beef he and trade very
dull and the poorer grades went at and cents Th
tendency was downward. Sheep rather better, ant
slightly improved Fork is exceedingly dull and very lit
tie doing Poultry is selling at from 20 to % cents
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

to the premises Of Mr.. Amasa Mcdonald
of Marshfeld, VT. were destroyed by fire.
Besides the tuildings the FIRE consumed
about so tons of hay, l6 tons Of straw,
GOO bushels of eats, and most Of the iarm-
ing tools. Loss estimated at $500. 1t is
supposed to have been the work of an in
cendiary.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
aNarriea.


In Realizing, Nov 2lst by Rev. Moses Kidder, at the
residence of the brides father Mr.. HENRY JUNE of
Hartand and Miss FRANCES D., only daughter of Mr..
Rufus Washburn.
In Chester, Nov. 2lst by Rev. c. @. Gurr, Mr.. ARAM
W. BINGHAM and Miss LYDIA T. HALL, both of Spring
field.
In Chester Nov ed at the residence of the brides
father, Mr.. Elijah ID. Tarhell by Rev. c. G.. Gurr, Mr.,
RANSOM SIIERWIN and Miss SYLVIA NJ. TARBELL,
both of Chester.
In East Westmorelaud, N. II , Nov. l6 Mr.. LEVI NJ
BOWMAN. of this Village, and Mrs ELLEN WYMAN, Of
Westmoreland.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
Temperance Meeting.

HOUSE AGAIN FILLED TO OVERLOOKING.
The Baptist Church was again filed to
overlooking on Sunday evening last.
There were present a least few more
than at any previous meeting. Remarks
were made by Rev. N. Pierce, President,
Revs. Stevens and Wight, and C. B. Ed
dy. Forty-three persons went up 10 the
stand and signed the pledge. The aggre-
gate number in this village who have now
signed the pledge is 263. The society
has now become power in this place and
its influence is being f 1t. Now therefore
is the critical period of its life. Having
become power let it use that power wise
w.. Let its course be calcula' ed to draw
in and not repel, Let it make no illusions
or unne cessary shots which may tend
to injure a good cause. So good and so
great moral power has hardly ever ex-
listed in this village. Already it is bear
ing good fruit. The town Is rraping cred
it abroad. With power comes response
biliiy and let this power act :" with NAL
ice toward none, with charity for ALL
AT the close of the meeting a series of
resolutions were adopted. and vote
passed to have them published, and they
will be found in another place in this pa
per. The next meeting will be held on
Sunday evening, Dec 9th, at 6 O'Clock.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
GREAT DECLINE IN PRIcEs.-

GREAT DECLINE IN PRICEs.-The
prices of living in the cities, to the great
relief of The multitude, has been very
marked in the last few weeks. Last week
in Boston, mutton sold for s TO 0 cents
per h., for forequarters and IL for hind
onarters. Beef-steak, round, 10 10 IL cents;
fresh pork, 10 TO Is cents; good smoked
hams IL to IS; poultry IL to 20 cents
cheese, IA to 20 cents. The Boston Trav-
eller in speaking of the decline says: 1t
amounts to from 10 to 20 per cent, and
that on some articles it is expected there
Will be still farther decline.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

SAD AccIDENT.-The St. Johnsbury
Caledonia says that while Mr.. Sidney
and VIM. Dickerman were exeavaiing a
bank near the Methodist church in Lyndon,
on Wednesday morning of last week, the
embankinent, which was OF clay, caved
upon them, completely burying Sidney,
and covering Dickerman to the armpits.
Notice of this casualty was given by the
teams running away, when neighbors pro-
cceded to the place, and after considerable
digging, they were both rescued alive.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

Adopted by the Bellows Falls Temper
ance Society. a, regular meeting Of the
same, held at the Baptist Church, on Sum
day evening, Nov. 10Th, 1866
Resolced, That we acknowledge with
thanksgiving the gracious Influence Of the
Divine Spirit in awakening the minds OF
the people in this community in the present
temperance revival.
Resolpcd, That we entertain feelings OF
kindness toward those who are controlled
by their appetite for strong drink, and Sc
rious fear for those who are beginning its
use; and we most cordially invite them to
sign the pledge, and give them assurance
&c our encouragement and assistance in
their attempts to overcome the habit.
Resolred, Tint our efforts must be at
tended with great embarrassment, while we
have in our midst the sources Of tempta-
ton by which the victims of intemperance
are liable TO be drawn back as fast as they
attempt TO get free; and we therefore
pledge our influence and efforts against
the traffic in intoxicating liquors for drink
ing purposes, and recommend that all per-
sons who shall be so engaged, should dis
continue such unlawful traffic, which we
regard as every way injurious to the well
fare of the community.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
CARD TO Tue LADIES
DR.. DuP0NC0'S GOLDEN PERIODICAL PILLS
FOR FEMALES

FOR FEMALES.
nfailibe in correeting Irregularities removing OBJ
strustons Of the Monthly Periods from whatever cause
and always successful, rs . preventive. .haa
ONE PILL Is A DOSE
Females peculiarly situated or those snpposinr them
selves cautioned against using these pills while in
that condition. s they invite miscarriage, after which
admoncD, the proprietor responsibility al
though their midDess would prevent any mischief TO
health, otherwise the Pills recommended as q
MOST INVALUABLE REMEDY
for all those affecting complaints peculiar to the COX
ONE BOX IS SUFFICIENT.
50oco Boxes have been sold within two years loDo0
Boxes sent by letter. both by myself agents To- n.
parts Of the world. to which returned
in which ladies nothing like the Pills have beu
known SINCE the science Of Medicine dauned upon tbe
world In removing distractions and restoring nature h
its channel quitting the nerves. bringing
the Rosy color of Health to the cheek Of the most a..
cate Price 81 per Box SIX boxes IS.
sold In Bellows fslis by JOHNSON q BABBirr sol.
Agents for Bellows Fails.
Ladies. BY sending dollar 10 the Bellows Y.Il.
Post Once car have the Pills conacnfi.y bv m.
TO any part Of the country, free Of postage
Sold also BY Howard & Holman. Keeu~. NJ n I n
THORN, Braftieboro, J. I. sHuErIxrr Bennington n
SABINE windsor Or. SHERMAN. Ludlow, Poxp 4 Mopsr
Rutland, and by ION sDrugyistn in every town
N. b. goHs Y. HEsEr & Co.. wassrburv ana prr..
BARNES & Co., New York.
fsfI s. D. HOWE. Proprietor, Hsv Yo<k
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
1iea.

Marriages and Deaths inserted Obituaries includ-
ing poetry, to be paid for according to length
In South Reading Nov 10Th Of infusion on the brain
BERTHA GERTRUDE, only child of silss " and LILA
A. Pike, aged months.
In Springfield Nov. 10TH OLIVE CUTLER wife of Silas
Cutler, aged So years and months
In saxons River at the residence Of her brother in law
Oct oath, of typhoid fever Miss MARY FISHER of Graf
ton, aged As years.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

,sLUDLow.-Messrs. Alden Patch and
Stedman Spaulding have recently pur-
chased the gristmiIl, and the brick house
adjoining, in Ludlow village for the sum
of five thousand dollars.
Mr.. William S. Spaulding, has ppr-
chased the lot next to the brick house above
mentioned, and has commenced the foun-
dation for new store.
Mr.. L. G. Hammond has erected q
building in the rear of his store, about 4C
feet by 20, and two stories high. The
lower story is designed for storage and
shed room, and the upper for hall %
feet by 65, and / G feet " in the clear"
Messrs. j. w. & E. G. Pettigrew have
also erected a building in the rear of theil
block 40 feet by 20 and two and hal
stories high with basement, which they
design to meet the wants of their increas
ing business.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
N o T &c El
Mrs. A. Ball,

WILL rive instruction in The new Ameri.
w can Method y for tie Piano Forte after Jan LIST
1867.
Bellows Falls Vt. AZ
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

sTATE OF VERMONT, The Hon. Probate csurt No.,
sons inter,ssed IN the erssse of Rev.i Honss ~ -.
Grafton IN said District. dsceassd, Greeting:
V0U hereby notified, that Martin n. Lavr~-. -
Grafton In said District deceased has aled IN sHi O.
bis sppcstion, sitting orth that mid dses.ssd disd -
ate in nottingham IN said Diseriet and one eIip = ~
baptist mestine-hoers in aid 0nfton, and horre<
would % osDs1cni 70 The hsirs and all psr.ons iner
~ 10 essase 70 ~ u s.e bt the purpos. q
praying Tor hcenss non I'D Court 10 N ia ~
a. P1ene suction OF 81 private sals. BE ny -
~, and yoa ars further notiGsd thss ~ -
W, crc1oe upon the gantns q I'D Besnse e - II
~ Cc9rs % b hald - tAs Ian Of Marshau a w. -
sseeeingnAn. ON the hrst Wed1ennny Of D. A.
D. isso vnen and where you may b hssrd il - p1s
S,m yo1 snau - cause. cHAS. y xDDY. nuu316R
Nov 8, 1865 - 1(IS
I UBINs GENUINE PERFUlmnY,
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

THERE has been much said IL you want
PAPER COLLARS AND CUFFS
Get them Of Whitney at his Hair Dressing Rooms Below
Falls, VT a
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30
TOILET SCARS.

o. WOODS hes just received the best assortment Of
Fancy Toilet Soaps ofed in this part coun-
try. al
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

Paper and Envelopes.
DIAPER AND ENVELOPES very cheap At
o. Y. WOODS
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1866-11-30

T UBINs GENUINE PERFUnmnY.
Joumou . nADouxV
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05
The 0azette \ Gontet

The EARL OF DERBY's VIEWS.
In the course of the debate in the
British Parliament upon the Queens
speech, the Earl of Derby said Of
her remarks on President johnson
and the War:
ave all must concur in rejoicing
that after years of bloody warfare,
sanguinary war has been put an end
to in the now reunited States of
America. | fully concur with the
speech in commencing the wise and
prudent manner in which, after the
war had terminated, the President
has sought to repair the ravages OF
civil war. (Hear, hear.) He seems
to seek the best means of restoring
the tranquility of the country, and
we cannot refrain from hoping that
his efforts will be crowned with sue
cess. The diminution of the slave
trade and the abolition of slavery
must always be subjects Of congratu-
lation, but | fear that the abolition
OF slavery in America has entailed
much misery on the slaves them
selves, and that they are but
imperfectly prepared to undertake
the duties and responsibilities of
freedom.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05

RECORDER AHERN.-Attorney
General Heron, in reply to a COM
munication from Mr.. VIM. J. Ahern,
Recorder elect of the First Dis
trict, gave the opinion officially, on
Wednesday, that as the act of 1856,
consolidating the city, provides that
recorders shall be er-oEciio justices
OF the peace, no commission from the
Governor is necessary to empower
them to perform the functions of
their office, and all that is required
to qualify them for their magisterial
duties, is to take the oath prescribed
for public officers by the Constitu-
tion1S Under the sanction of this
opinion, Mr.. Ahern dispensing with
the commission which he was re-
fused by the Governor, yesterday
took his seat and entered fully into
the discharge of his duties as com
uniting magistrate.-N. o. Crescent,
30th ut.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05

B@eSays the Hartford Times: The
time has come for all those who sup
port the President to act together,
manfully, and in a manner that will
aid him in bis struggles to preserve
the Union. He needs the moral and
political support of the Union men,
as he periodically breasts the spirit of
disunion, and the actual measures of
the disunionists in Congress. He
takes noble stand Stay up his
hands, freedmen of the Union, as YOU
value the liberties bequeathed to YOU
by George Washington and his com.
patriots of the Revolution
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05
ATTENTION, PLANTERS

DLANTERs having no Corn Mills On ths.1 ore
L misses will find It 70 their interests to make
season engagements for supplies Of Meal, with
marza JOSHUA BEAL,
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05

AN ADVENTURE WITH CANNI.
BALs.-An English missionary, who
describes life in New Zealand in the
last number of Hours at Home, re-
lates an incident that occurred to
him on one of the South Pacific
islands. While on cruise he
touched at small island for fresh
food, fruit and vegetables. OF these
he obtained full supply, and was
about leaving, when chief asked
him if he would like some flesh food.
Says the missionary: "Thinking
that doubtless they had hogs, l said
yes. He gave quick glance around
him, as if he We're looking for a mes
senger, and singled out and called to
fine young lad apparently about
eighteen years of age. The boy
came and stood before him; and
before | knew what he was about to
do, and having my back to him,
looking at the fruit, etc, / heard the
sound of a heavy blow, and looking
quickly around, found the still quiv-
ering body Of the boy laid at my
feet, with the words, 'Heyi ano tel
kaaY lis that food sufficient for
youD Horor-stricken, [ denounced
most bitter y the deed, and leaving
all the provisions behind on the
ground, returned sorrowfully on
board"
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05
B9~ A gigantic aquarium is 70 h

Rar A gigantic aquarium is to be
among the wonders Of the Universal
Exhibition at Paris. The front
alone is to measure 100 feet; every
sort of fish is to be collected therein
for the amusement of the public, and
even sharks, cod and porpoises are
to exhibit their peculiar habits and
customs in grottoes and caves, which
are to be excavated in the floor of
the building and filed with sea wa
ter.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05
FLOUR! FLOURii
COAL OIL AGENCY.

A AGENT Of a Western Oil Agency, I am now
Ia prepared to supply dealers with
First Glass Illuminating Coal Oil.
at the low price of Ninety Cents per gallon, in
barrels. Custom solicited. 40
tepl5 JOSHUA BEAL.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05
r. l. A r OOkA HIS
INDIAN VEGETABLE
PULJMO.TEC SYRUP!

~ ~A@UA Wv AS ~ IL ma u N .
COUGHS, COLDS, WHOOPING COUGH
GROUP, ASTHMA, CATARRH,
PAIN IN THE SIDE,
NIGHT SWEATS,
HOARSENESS,
To which public speakers and singers are
liable, CONSUMPTION, in it's early
stages, and all diseases of
tho Throat and
Lungs.
Endorsed by
the highest medical
authority, clergymen of every
denomination, authors, editors, professors
in our various colleges, and by
many of our most eminent
public men.
Containing no opium,
tits adapted to every age, and may
be used without fear of the dangerous
results which follow the use of many
of the Cough preparations of
which opium and ipecac
are the base.
GIVE 1T A TRIAL.
Price so cents and 81 per bottle.
Dr. u. B. KNIGHTS, PrOp'r, MelrOse, Mass. |
~ Sold by all Druggistsin Baton Rouge.
BARNES, WARD 81 CO.,
Us. MAUNSELL e. CO..
febl9-ly New Orleans.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05

= The army and Navy Journal
says-"The general policy of Euro
pean Governments seems to rely first
on call means to conciliate," and not
to need "aIl means to crush" Is
not this policy worth the considera-
ton and imitation of Congress per-
tinently asks the Boston Post.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05
HAY AND CORN.

C00 SACKS White and Yellow Corn, SO Bales
COU Hay, just received direct from st. Louis,
and for sale by the undersigned.
mario N. WAX.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05
EreG. ND. YsxssasNrsI,

VIE SUBSCRIBER respectfully informs his
Il friends and the public generally, that he has
Increased his facilities for doing business and is
now fully prepared to execute all orders for manu-
featuring and repairing all kinds of
CARRIAGES,
BUGGIES,
WAGONS,
CARTS AND
WHEELWRIGHT WORK.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05

H1GH FANrLY.-A person was Boosting
that he was sprung from high family in
Ireland. Eyes, }" said bystander, 81 have
seen some OF the same family SO high that
their feet could not touch the ground.n
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05

PLOWs! PLOWS!l
PLOWs,
HARNESS AND
AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS
OF every description made Of the best material
and workmanship.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05
IRONI FRONT!

have on hand and will continue to keep a full
assortment of IRON, of the best quality, including
PLOUGH SLAB,
SIR AND
rDnG
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-04-05

IN OBEDIENCE TO proclamation from his
l. Excellency, James Madison Wells, Governor
OF the State Of Louisiana, election will be held
in this Parish, East Baton Rouge on the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-05-01
COvERNMlNT SALE OF THE MILITARY
VI RAILROAD AT BRAZOS SANTI-
AGO TEXAS
.naytern aster Gsnsrsl,s Ofee,

Q1a,term aaer Gsassl's OEee.
The attention of capitalists seeking q proatable
investment is invited TO this sale.
the sensra Of si9eT f and
maui 3se s e p c.
NJ, for the purchase 81 ali the right title and in
ssrest Of the Emitted States in and to the United
states Mlhtaiy Esilroad from Brazos Santiago to
The sale will include the entire track, and 81.
Sr s ssd Sss
pertaining to the road, together with the roll
Ing stock, cars, machinery, and other equip
The sale will not include the title to the land,
This road is about ten miles in length, and OK.
tends from Brazos Santiago to Whites Rancho,
is made BY steamer with Brownsville and Msta.
Sr Ss Ss
interior OF southern Texas and Northern Mexico,
and En- the 70 h " aene can readily
The To:d 3D. s,esdy completed saves thirty mile. Of
j. per Ssirs i. and S fSr p. 70
Ths re- is i've feet gauge, good ties, T rail, and
Mere particular description Of tn. property can
Qusrtsr@sstsr Military Divi:ion Of the suii 81
tion shall be furnished for eli Government troops
trail railroad. -, = =
The terms Of payment accepted will be those
considered the most favorable to the Government
Ten Per cent. cash, in Government funds, to be
paid on acceptance of proposal =
TIE Government reserves the right to reject any
Proposals should be endorsed {" Proposals fer
purchase Of Hragos Santiago and Rio Grande Rail-
r1ad:n and addressed 70 the Division Of River and
Rail Transportation, 0uarternsster Generals Of.
By order ofthe ouaTt:rnsS;tsIv Gsnsr,,i 10. G.
Brevet Colonel and a. q. NJ, in charge Fourth