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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

Inc FenIan excitement in Canada contIn-
ues to increase and probably will till St.
Patrick's day passes in peace. A despatch
from Detroit Tue sdsy says, car;hworks are
being thrown up opposite on the Canada
side Troops are going to the frontier, two
thousand militia having been despatched
from Montreal, to various points. The Gus
tom House officers, in pursuance of late
order from that Department, now thorough
ly search all baggage of passengers coming
into the province. and detsin all arms. weap-
ons and munitions of war found or otherwise
brought IN, or worn by passengers. Express
goods are compared with their manifests.
and packages with reasonable suspicion,
opened. Freight trains are carefully exam
ined, and no packages not mentioned in the
manifest allowed to pass.
General orders have been issued by the
Governor General. placing the whole volun-
teer force under command Of Lieutenant
General Sir John Michel Ten companies
are placed at Windsor and six at Sarnia
one regiment and one company of artillery
at Stanstesd, c. E.; ten companies at Pres
colt about six hundred men and artillery
1t notwithstanding about four compa-
mics. The balance are held in reserve at
Hamilton, London. Kingston, Mon |
iresl and Quebec.
The call for troops the Govsrno, General
nys:
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

GREAT EXCITEMENT has been occasioned
about Boston, by the discovery, as believed,
Of the murderer of the Joyce children, boy
and girl, in RoIbury last June. A convict
in Charleston States Prison, lately put in
for HOUSEKEEPING. is believed to be the
murderer. His name is Charles Z. Dodge.
and he has been rough character. sailor.
soldier IN both the rebel and U. 5. armies,
and thief. The evidence against him con-
sisis of Acknowledgements of his guilt, made
to his fellow prisoners. and other strong cir
evidence.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

The RECIPROCITY BnL.-This bill was
considerably amended in Committee Of the
Whole, Monday, and finally killed by
striking out the enacting clause. Mr.. Nor
rill's remarks on tho bill, in another column,
will be read with interest, and especially
his closing statement, as to the position in
which things will be LETT, il the treaty
ceases without the passage OF some such
act
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
TaCWEEKLY FREE PRESS.

TIE BuRLrseToS WEEKLY Fritz PREss is publish
Cd every Friday morning. and contains the lstes'
news reports Of Boston Markets and Cambridge
Cattle Market full State COUNTY and Local intell-
gence well selected Miscellany, &c, &c No are
and outlay will be spared to make it n reliare' IN
teresting and valuable family journal.
The circulation of the FREE PREss exceeds that
OF PAPER in this region and it is therefore, an
unrivallsd medium for advertisers
". desire to give additional attention to the
local n,u, Of the various towns II TINS Aho
Counties. in which our WeeIiy hss numerous cir
eul.tion, and shall esteea it favor If cur friends
will forward us any items Of interest.
TERMS OF rHt WEEKLY FREE PPEss-per year s.
in advance, and II not strictly in advance, $3.50.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

CoseREssroSAL.-In the U. s. Senate.
on the 9Th, Mr.. Poland of Vermont. offered
joint resolution to amend the Constitution
30 that no person who has been engaged or
who shall willingly engage in rebellion shall
exercise the elective franchise or hold any
Office under the authority of the United
States. 1t was referred to the Committee
on Reconstruction.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

SHAsH rF.--As E. II. Murphy and John
Nadigan were driving in Fl, a. ,ve'ng, rom
Essex Junction, the horse belonging to Mr..
Lane) took fright at the cars, dashed the
buggy against a tree and broke it, and
threw them out. Murphy was badly bruised
about the face and forehead and was taken
up insensible. Madigan was dragged some
distance on the ground but was not seriously
injured
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

CousTr COMMISSIONERS IN LANoILLB Co.
There was something Of contest over the
Commissioner in Lamoille Co. The regular
temperance convention nominated Hon.
Sam'l Belding, of johnson. Another nom
ination, Of Hon. Elisha Bentley, was made BY
the opponents of theAaw, or those who favor
the law but are opposed to its execution.
The result, So far a. heard from, is the cleo
tion of Judge Bedding by vote of nearly
two to one.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

NKsGENNEs.-The former residents Of the
ancient city Of "Terslumes" held a meet
ing In Washington the Other day, and drew
up plan for Centennial Celebration, Of
the settlement Of the city with grand
social reunion. Grafton by Mr.. Wood
bridge &C., all to come of at vergennes on
the Dist Of August next.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

GSIAr ROBBERY IN WALL SrREEr-
81 500 900 SToLEN.-The Office OF Mr.. Rufus
Lord, wealthy broker and real estate agent
in Exchange Place. was entered On FRIDAY
night last, and the safe opened and robbed
of bonds and securities amounting to
81 500 900. The securities were in two tin
boxes. A reward OF 5000 900 has been
offered for the detection of tho party or
parties engaged in the robbery. The bonds
were mostly Mr.. Lords own property.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
Vote for County Commissioned.

The SEVENTH YERNoNT.-By order of Maj
Gen. II. &. Wright, the Seventh Vermont
Regiment was mustered out Of service
at Galveston, Texas, on the 2lst Of
February. Tie regiment is expected at
Brattleboro daily Orders have been re-
eeiyci by Col. Aus;ine, to muster ont Of
service all membe $ of the regiment now on
furlough in the State.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

ST. ALBASs.-The burnt district bids fair
to be built up with wooden buildings, one
or two such having been commenced, much
to the disgust Of the citizens, who hoped to
see handsome brick block rise from the
ruins The Meisenger think, the action of
the town meeting which was called to pro-
vide for protection against Ere and FOR drain
age of the village. and which did nothing,
indicates "sublime trust in Providence. "
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

BURGLART.-The house Of George Jacobs,
in Montpelier, was entered on Thursday
night last, and two L. : bonds for 500
each, and money to the amons Of S3S5.
taken. Arrests for thieying are numerous
at the Capital and locks and six-shooters are
in demand.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

The Brooklyn Uaion says that the last ar
rival from Europe announces the arrest Of
one General John II Gleason Of the Fed
eral army" as a Eenian. There was a
Lieutenant Colonel John II. Gleason in the
SD y Y. who was cashIered for grave OF
fences and the Union says if the Fenians
have no better fighting men than this Glea-
SD, they will never whip England.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

SuIcrDg.-A boy Of about II yePrs, a son
of Mr., Walker Of HemmIngford, Canada,
committed suicide, last week, by hanging
himself in the barn. He had once before at
tempted selt-destrustion, but was prevented
by his sister whom he threatened to kill if
she told their parents.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

BAD STATE oP THINGS A Vermont WOOL
grower made the Statement. at a late conyeu-
tion that every rag of clothes he bad on was
made of foreign wool, while he had at home
three clips Of wool from his own focks
which be could not sell. ....-- az
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

SUIcIDE.-An Irishwoman about % years
of age, who called herself Mrs. O'Brien.
was found dead in her room IN Montpelier,
last Saturday morning, under such circum-
stances as made 1t evident that she had COM
mitted suicide. She left young child.
She had no husband
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

NARROW EscAPE.-The house of Mr.. Lane.
east of the Gage Meeting House, in Shell
burne, during the height OF the wind, Sum
day afternoon. caught fire, but the neigh
bors rallying. after greatleIertions succeeded
in putting it out-Tines.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

The Freeman says that on Saturday,
freight conductor on the Vermont Central
named Royce, was arrested for thievIng
from trains under his charge. His brother
and other parties were also arrested. The
road has paid $500 in one month for butter
stolen from the cars, for which probably
Royce Is responsible. Royce's route was
from Northfeld south.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

VAccI~ATioN FOR Tx Cattle PLAGUE
The Consul at Liverpool says in bis last dis
patch that vaccination as remedy for the
cattle disease seems to be regarded as total
failure, and no preventative will be eaeetual
IN the opinion Of those who are yerscd in
the matter, except to kill all the cattle taken
with it on It's frst appearance.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

THs FISIASs.-lt is reported that several
conferences have taken place between Secre
tary Seward and Sir. F. Bruce, British
Minister at Washington, upon the subject
Of Fenisn movements, and that, the latter
has been assured that no violation OF the
ncu trality laws will be permitted. Should
events demonstrate its necessity, pro-
clamation will be promptly issued on the
first attempt to violate the neutrality laws,
warning all engaged of the consequences.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

PArENTs.-A patent has been issued to
Peter B. Laird of West Danyille, Vt, for
improved composition for welding and re-
fning iron, and reissue to Dennis Lane Of
Montpelier, VT, for improvement in head
blocks for saw mills.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

CAYBEIDGE, Y. Y. DESTROYED by FIRE
A large share OF the business part Of the
village Of Cambridge, Washington Co., y.
Y was destroyed by FIRE on Monday morn
ing. Total loss So, 600
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

The Oil Springs Chronicle, published a.
Oil Springs, Lamb.On Co., Canada West, a:
the foot of Lake Huron, comes to US in q
great state Of excitement over the striking
OF an oil well there, at depth of nfty-eiqh be
feet, which punfs pure oil Of superior
quality at the rate of 100 barrels dsy.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
Spirit OF The & anadian Press.

The Toronto Globe calls upon President
johnson to interpose the authority Of our
Government for the protection of Canada
from the Fenians 1t thinks the Canadians
ought not to be put to the expense Of money
and blood necessary for rspellIng an in's-
SIGN from our side Of the line, and it de-
clares that, il we stand inactive, it will be
unhsndsomr requital for the friendly action
of the Canadian government during our civil
WAT
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

FEsrAS SIsrERHooD.-Mrs. p II. Kennedy
is Centre, Mrs. John Lonergan, Secretary,
and Miss Kate Bradshaw, Treasurer, of the
circle of Fenian Sisters in this place, which
was organized last Saturday evening 1t
numbers between 20 and 80 members
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

BosTwIcE HousE.-The "Bosiwick House,
Uudcrhill, las been purchased by L. NJ.
Dixon, its FORMER PROPRIETOR, of L. Brown,
Tor $1,000, and is to be Immediately en-
largcd, improved and newly furnished.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

FuSKRaL OF CART. PHELrs.-The funeral
services of Captain Haskell NJ. Phelps, who
was lost with the steamer Missouri, which
was blown up on the Ohio river, near Evans
vile. Ind, short time since will be attend
ed at the Methodist Church in WillistOn, on
Sunday next March lsth,) at l04 A. N.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
The Montreal Ga.eite s.ys

"For al the trouble and expense this conn
try is called upon to incur, the United States
6o-ernment is 10 be thanked. II that Govern
ment had chosen to issue & proclamation, and to
use decent diligence in putting down disgrace-
ful demonstrations offensive not only TO the Uni
ted States laws. and the comfy Of nations, but
to common sense and the poor dupes who are
swindlei out Of their money, by appeals to their
prejudices,-this vretched Fenian farce would
long ago have been played out For all this
open and avowti intent to commit brutal out
RACES the United States Government 10 respon
sible; and for every drop Of blood that is shed.
it will forever have affixed to it the stain Of mur-
der. which it might have prevented, which 1t
did opeuly encourage"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
From the Montreal Trdnscript /:

The mericsn press, which to-day affects to
chuckle at the Canadian scare would io-nor-
row r. ice more gleefully over the success Of
the Eeniaus, IL BY sny mesns they should sue
coed even for an hour in hosting the green
fsg' above the royal standard in any city in
Cansds. To prove the correctness ofthis ssser-
tion ACTS are not wanting. We can sll remem-
Der the howl Of indignation rsised againss us
through the then Federal States when some
twenty men, who had kept their designs pro-
found secret boarding, while on our side of the
line, chiefly in houses kept by persons Of Amer
lean origin,) crossed over to st. Adams and
robbed the hank. In all questions ofneum and
fuum the American feeling is exceedingly sen.i
tive, but very much one-sided. But they had
better beware. Many s throat has been cut
with the razor intended TO shave. Our friendly
neighbors cannot plead ignorance Of the fact
thst thousands Of men met day after day in
their principal cities, anu openly proclaim their
hostile intentions against Csnsds. And. Al
though this has been going on for months, not
one word Of oficisl introduction or rebuke has
been bresthed against it."
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

THE FRKEDNrN AND THS SEAlsLASDs.-The
Washington Chronicle says edltorislly that
President johnson has assured Mr.. George
L. Downing, chairman of the delegation,
sent by the colOred people OF the States
North and South, that no sudden change
will take place affecting the occupancy Of
the lands to which Gen. Sherman gaya the
freedmen prOmissOry title. The Presiden:
suggested tha. the freedmen continue TO
cultivate said lands.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

EARLY IL ZEE fnLD.-The Rochester
Democrat. nominstes Gen. Grant as the
Republican Union Candidate for the presi-
dsncy in 1868, and hoists his name as such
ct the head Of it, columns.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
The Montreal Teleqraph SAYS

The people of the United States have snned
agsinsi Great Britain and these Provinces in 8
manner and to degree that has no parallel in
history, and which is only to be explained on the
suppOsitIou Of their being possessed by An insane
hatred that blinds them not only to what is just
bu what is decent. We AK them TO reverse the
picture, to imagine Canada the scene Of con-
spIracy Of brigsnds threatening the United
States, and yet encouraged by our Government
and people, and 10 transfer some Of the right
eous Indignation they would feel against the su-
thors snd sbettors Of such . wrong to those who
are making the name Of the United States hate
ful the world over"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
Gen. Howard. In circular to hi. As.is.

ant Commissioner dated 23d Feb.
anticipating the excitement that win neces-
sarily follow the action Of the Government with
regard to the new Freedmen's bill, you may
feel somewhat embarrassed in the duties devolv-
ing upon you under the laws and regulations
already existing.
"That you may act steadily and firmly in
the emergency, you must be prepared for an
increased hostility on the part Of those who have
% persistently hindered and troubled you and
your agents. it and may Re an increased restless
ness among the 1resdmsp."
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

G.. II. Rideout, Of Weston, has a col; 5
months old, that stands Il hands high. he
is well proportional, of the Messenger and
Epglish blood.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

We learn that the Burlington Musical
Union will next week give Concert, for
which it has been some time preparing.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

THs PooR liuUsg-Tl,rc are divers mat
tiers IN CO injection with tac management Of
the Poor House, which need attention from
our city authorities. ii al accounts are true
We have heard through several sources. tina,
the pauper inmates are NOT sufficiently fed.
and are otherwise mal,rcatcd. While Of
course, such Objects of charity canno, be
choosers,' nor be very highly fed, the
city pays enough TO secure them suHcicncy
OF PLAIN ami wholesome food, and such COM
Portable maintenance az our citizens, We take
it, intend to have provided for them. Az
any rate, whether starved or FED, tue unfor-
tuuates thus thrown upon tie public care
are entitled to deem, personal treatment
We learn that 4 respectable Irish woman,
anxious and willing to work for her support
and that Of her child, and seeking only
temporary shelter IN tie Poor House till
she could ot,aIn place elsewhere, was
Tuesday attacked by Mr.and Mrs. Miller, the
latter seeing her by the hair OF Der head
while the former checked her violently, and
finally elected her from the house with blows
and kicks, from which she IL still suffering
We are satisfied that 1t was a case OF gross
abuse. Will the Puormaster and city author
tiles look into the matter ? Ii Is a prevalent
opinion among those who lave oppJrtuni-
ties for knowing, that fair Committee Of
Investigation on the whole subject of the
management Of our city poor, would not be
a bad idea
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

Prof. S. C.Bartlett Of Chicago was IN this
city Tuesday, on brief visit, having come to
confer with the corporation of the Uniyer-
sity in respect to their choice Of him az
President, lately made.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

TIE FESIAS ExcIrEskNT.-The following
lie the ridiculous cansrd, alluded to in our
telegraphIc dispatches elsewhere It is just
as valuable news as the report that CANADA
was to be attacked by Iron-clad balloons, and
no more SO. If it were possible to treat the
thing seriously, We might note the fact that
the Vermont Fenians are all Of the O'Ma-
honey stripe, and utterly disclaim any de-
signs on Canada; but it is all too absurd for
sober comment
Especial despatch to the n. Y. world.l
l have just received some very important
news through private and reliable sources from
Burlington, throwing considerable light on the
movements Of the Fenians in that vicinity
Uniforms for fifteen thousand men, and tive
thousand rifles Of the very best pattern, have
been transported quietly during the last ten
days from New York City and from Troy to
Burlington, Vermont, where they now remain
concealed, awaiting the advance Of the Fenian
host. 1t is more than possible that these arms
will see the light On st. Patrick's day, when
there is to be grand demonstration Of some
kind made by the Irish population in that To-
cslity. Arms in abundance are said 10 be stored
Of Detroit, Sandusky- Buffalo, 0gdensburgh,
Plattsbursh. and Montpelier. Three companies
Of Fenisn volunteers have been organized in
Burlington for service in Canals.
An old officer who has seen service in Mexico
has command OF the battalion. The Vermont
Fenisns hsve received Trustworthy intelligence
from Montreal, that there was q sec ret meeting
Of the leaders Of the movement IN that city, last
Friday night, in building not hundred yards
from the Borsecours market. in which it was re
solved to give every aid possible to the invaders
Out Of the $1,000 members of that order in
Canada, II Is stated that q, 600 Will take up |
arms as soon as Sweeney's advance reaches |
Canadian soil. Many Of the Southern ofhcers |
who have resided 10 Canada for the last two |
years. have gone to New York for the purpose
Of offering their services and assistance TO Gen.
Sweeney.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
Meteorological Table, February, 1866
By PROF. Mc'K. PETTY

LocALrTr.-University Of yermont-Lat. 4i@2
Long. re i0; Elevation above tde-vater 3e7 feet
above Lake Champlain 277 feet.
Hours or OBSERVATION A. NJ, . P. n. IN.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

Average temperature Of the month 2o=os. Mean
temperature Of February for nine years, 1854.
Average height Of the Barometer, g 735 inches.
Fall Of snow le inches, rain. - inches. Amount Of
rain and STOW water, 2Oz inches.
Average fall ofwater in February FOR seven years
20 inches
Average fall Of snow in February FOR seven years
I6 inches sieishing good until the 24ih, besinn-
ing for this year with the snow AL Of Jan. 18th,
period Of thrty days.
The body Of snow melted during the 'thEv Of the
agd-25th, AZ which time the ice in TIE riverlroke
up AMI the intervals we're largely flooded
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

, THERMOMETER BARON DIRECTION AND ?
s7AE.2P.E.9P.E. om.aa.) IAN. 2P.s. sPu.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16
NeWa liens.

Gold at $50 is lower than il has been
since the Spring OF 1865.
The Round Table accuses the New York
ladies OF wearing false calves.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1866-03-16

The recent presents to Gen. Grant, given
quietly by some New York men VITO don't
want anything said about, it amount
10 fl7O. 900.