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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01
Our Next Representative.

The time draws near when the citizens of
the Second Congressional District will be
called upon to elect Representative to
Congress to take the place now so ably filled
by Mr.. Morrill,. Our readers are aware
that since our connection with THE PHG-
NIX, we have been in favor of continuing in
Office those who have done good and faith
full service to their constituents and the pub
lie. Mr.. Morrill, has been in Congress near
ly twelve years, and how satisfactorily and
how well he has discharged the duties of his
office the whole country knows. By his I'M
firing industry, patient researches, and I'M
swerving fidelity to the public welfare, he
-has-w an honorable name, great respect,
and widespread influence. He now stands
in the front rank of our ablest men in the
House of Representatives. And the rank
he now holds, and the influence he now ex-
erts, he would be able to retain for an indefi-
mite period if he were willing still longer to
serve his State and the country in his pres
ent capacity. From what we see in some of
the papers, and from what we occasionally
that Mr.. Morrill, is not to be a candidate
again for the House of Representatives. But
We have seen no definite statement of that
kind in print, sanctioned by him. Mr.. Nor
rill has never signified to us anything of the
kind. We are not authorized to say that he
will not be candidate again, and we are
certainly at liberty to suppose that he will
consent to be if his constituents earnestly
desire it. There are several reasons why it
is desirable for the District TO continue him
in his present place, if agreeable to him to
remain. In the first place he would do his
country eminent service there, perhaps more
important service than he could do in any
other situation. In the second place he
would sustain the reputation of Vermont in
the House, and do her more valuable service
than we could expect another and a less ex-
perienced man could be able to do. And
thirdly, it would save us the undesirable Ia
Dor of selecting and choosing another man
for the place. If Mr.. Morrill, should posi-
lively decline longer to be member of the
House, there would naturally be good deal
ofstIfe and wire-pulling about his successor,
which would be chiefly of personal or To-
cal character, and the Republican party of
the District would be in danger of being
split up into factions, which we should be
glad to avoid. While if he would consent
to go as Representative of the District for
another term of years, our fall elections
would be entirely harmonious, and the party
would be a unit. These are some of the
which incline us to advocate
the reelection of Mr.. Morrill, to the House.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

agreed TO by "a TO 40 but that reducing
the duty on smoking tobacco was rejected
by 81 to 81, and the rate remains at twenty
cents per pound.
The proposition to allow Congress to ap-
point the Special Commissioner of Revenue
was not brought forward again by Mr., Ste
vens, and one to give the appointment TO the
President was defeated by 46 to 20. The
appointment, therefore, remains with the
Secretary of the Treasury. The amend
ment to prevent the publication of income
returns was lost by 55 to 66, and the new
law is like the present law in this respect.
A proposition something like that recently
discussed in the Senate tor limiting the Pres
dent's power of removal from office, was de-
feated by 81 to GO, on the ground that it was
not german to the subject The vote on the
passage of the bill was 100 to IL, the nays
being Bergen, Chanler, Eldridge, Order,
Harding of Kentucky Niblack, Trimble,
Marshall, Ross, Ritter and Wright.
The soldiers bounty bill passed the House
of Representatives last week by an almost
unanimous vote. The bill provides for the
payment of SO 1-3 per month or at the rate
of 800 per year to every soldier, eailor, or
marine, who actually served between the
10Th of April, 1861 and the 10Th of April,
1865. In case Of death the bounty is to be
paid to the widow or minor child or children
under sixteen years of age. All bounties
received from any source are to be deducted,
so that in no case shall the bounties exceed
the sum of 800 per year, and no bounty
shall be paid to substitutes. oagent is al
lowed to receive more than IS for the prose-
cution of u claim, under a heavy penalty,
and the sale of any papers by the soldier,
renders them null and void. This bill will
add the snug little sum of over one hundred
millions of dollars to the national debt, and
prevents any reduction in taxation for the
present. The bill was passed in the House
without debate. lis thought probable that
the bill will be defeated in the Senate, and
it is intimated that it was with this expecta-
ton that it passed the House so readily.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

The Caledonidn says Bacon, Vaughn &
CO., at st. Johnsbury Centre, are fitting up
the old starch mill there for q straw board
mandatory. They are to put in four en-
gnes and two paper-machines, and the work
has progressed so far that they expect to be
running in July. We are glad to see these
little manufacturing establishments going up
about us. 1t is pleasant to think of Yer
mont as ahead of the world in raising nice
horses and sheep; but unless we would have
our State in few years, one vast sheep pas
ture, the manufacturing interests must be
stimulated. We are behind some of our sis
ter States in business thrift and enterprise,
simply because they are full of manufactur-
ing villages and cities, while Vermont all
runs to agriculture. We would not depre-
ciate the agricultural interests, but rather
stimulate manufactures.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01
The Liquor Law in New York.

\ correspondent of one of the Boston pa
pers writing from New York May 21st says:
The Liquor law continues to excite the at
tention of all and the luminosity of the mean
est. The Board Of Excise persist in making
no concessions. Having full faith in the
inability of bad man to keep good hotel,
they every day refuse licenses to many
among the multitude of applicants. These
of course, nursing their noisy wrath, help
to augment the force of the big-isted belli-
gerents, who are already forming themselves
into protective societies and raising aloft
their banner Of revolt. Even our Teutonic
friends, displeased with the deprivation of
their Sunday lager, are putting aside their
pacific principles, and purpose joining in the
angry wall, which is expected TO go up from
the excited crowd advertised to assemble at
Union Square on the fourth of June Oh
if some son of York could turn to glorious
summer this winter of their discomfort,
by demolishing the barrier established by
this detested law-surely his brows would
be bound with victorious wreaths and the
Devil be greatly pleased. Meantime the
wholesome effect of the law is plainly per-
ceptible-particularly in the Fourth ward
where at least hundred of the low 'dance
houses which have made that precinct infa-
mous-unable to exist without rum, and re-
fused license, have recently been discon-
tinued.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01
The Markets.

The tendency of prices for few days
past has been upward. The better grades
of Flour are higher than our quotations last
week. In Grain there has not been much
change. Most kinds of groceries have taken
start upward within few days, and the
same is true of Dry Goods. Wool remains
about the same. Hops are in fair demand
Seeds are rather dull; Clover at 8 3-4c. to
IL lie per pound; Timothy from SO to So
SO per bushel. Pork and Beef are about the
same as last week. Butter and Cheese are
in less request, and prices lower. The rise
in Gold has had tendency to increase the
prices of goods.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01
Nem a1utltratfns, 7str.

Ny VINEYARD AT LAKEvIEw-By Western Grape
Grower. New York Orange Judd & Co. For
sale at Stems
This is very neat little volume got up in fine
style, and contains valuable information and instruc-
ton in regard 10 grape raisnG both in large vineyards
and in small gardens, presented in exceed
ingy attractive.
BFApLEs MoSTHLy.-This magazine Of To day."
for june is fully equal to its predecessors 1t con-
tains well written and interesting articles by popular
writer's Published by Beade x Co., New York
For sale at Feltons, aud at Carpenters Periodical
Depot.
We have also received Of Beadle's Dime Series the
Base Ball Player, comprising the proceedings Of the
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

VI. MEDICAL SocIETY.-The senannual meet
ing of the Vermont Medical Society will be held at
the Lower Town Hall, in this village on Wednesday
and Thursday, June 18th and 18th, commencing at
10 A. NJ. Wednesday. Arrangements have been made
with the VT. & Canada, VT. Central and Sullivan
Rutland & Burlington and Vt. Valley, Conn. and
Pass Rivers Railroads, to carry members of the So
ciety to and from the meetings for fare one way
Members residing above Rutland and White River
Junction should take the Tuesday evening express
train, by which they will arrive at Bratleboro at
A. NJ. Wednesday. Below these places they can take
the early morning train Wednesday, and arrive at o
A. NJ. The Conn. River Valley Medical Society have
been invited to attend as a body Papers various
medical subjects are expected from Dr. Rockwell, Su-
perntendent Of the VI. Insane Asylum; DR., Phelps
OF Windsor, DR.. Buard of St. Johnsbury DIR. Allen
Of Rutland, and Others. portion Of the time will
be allotted to the discussion of subjects presented in
the several papers; and under this head the subject
of Cholera will occupy an important place. In addi-
ton to the papers presented, "ench member of the
Society in practice, is requested by resolution
adopted in 1869, to report written treated by
himself at each annual and semi.annual meeting"-
The observance of this request will add great inter
est to the meeting During the session the members
of the Society will have mn opportunity Qf desired)
Of visiting the Insane Asylum of the State. The
coming meeting of the Society promises be one of
absorbing interest to the profession throughout the
State and trust it will be largely attended espe-
caly by those who are located in Its more imned
vicinity We trust that our citizens will avail them
selves Of the opportunity to attend and listen to the
exercises Of the occasion.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

ST. ALBANs SULPHUR SPRING.-We
stated yesterday that we had tried the wa
tiers of the Sulphur Spring just brought to
public notice in st. Adams. The water is
similar to that of the Sulphur Springs at
Massena, N. Y, and those of Highgate and
Alburgh, and equally strong, we think, and
of course equally beneficial. We under
stand that Messrs. Cool g. Mcdonald, ofthe
Weldon House, have secured this spring,
which is in the midst of our village, for the
benefit of the friends and patrons of the
House. Having every provision for the ell
egant comfort of their guests, this additional
provision, for their health, will be duly APP
preciated by the public.-ISt. Adams Mes
Sen1er,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

ninth annual Base Ball Convention, together with the
new rules adopted rules for the formation of clubs
&c. Also the Humorous Speaker, Number Of the
Speaker Series, which contains new collection Of
what is amusing and droll in American wit, humor
and burlesque. For sale at Feltons and at Carpen-
ter's
New VoLUME.-That popular writer Gail Hamil-
ton, has in the press Of her publishers, Ticknor g.
Fields, Boston, new volume soon to be published
with the title, "Summer Rest" containing articles
said to be of equal interest with any of the writings
of that author. Gail wields n sharp and lively pen.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01
Vermont Reform school.
WATERnrRY. Mnv 81 1866

Vermont Reform School.
WATERBURY,, May 81, 1866
To the Judges Of the State Courts and other
Magistrates hdcing cognizance Of Criminal
Causes
The Commissioners of the Vermont Re-
form School desire that the following ques-
tons in regard TO youth sentenced to the
School be answered by the Courts, and with
the answers brought by the officers commit
ting them:
1. Name and age of the boy, and his Of
fence.
2. Where born ?
3. Are the boys own parents living
a. Residence of parents and their occupa-
ton
5. Fathers name +?
6. Has the boy perfect vision ?
Z. Is he of sound intellect ?
8. Has he sufficient bodily strength TO be
the subject of school discipline and instruct
ion?
8. Is he subject to epileptic or other fits ?
10. Has he had the small pox or been vac
cinated
Any other facts tending to throw light on
the history of the boy, or that could be 9TH
erwise useful to us, and assist us in admin
!
committed to us, are respectfully solicited
We are aware that the law requires no
such returns to be made but the import
ance, and even the necessity, of our being
possessed of the information implied in the
above questions, in order properly to quail
! fy us to deal with the subjects committed to
us, is obvious.
1t is obvious, also, that in settling the
question Of the fitness of youth for n place
in the Reform School, regard should be had
to his physical, as well as moral, condition.
The Commissioners desire also to say that
in their judgment, the maximum age, fixed
by law for offenders liable to be sentenced
to the Reform School. is too high. We
think that it ought not to be above 10 or Is
and we respectfully, but earnestly, request
of the Judges and other magistrates having
cognizance that they administer the law ac-
cordingly.
We are satisfied that, in general, no good,
but only evil, can come committing to our
discipline and care, subjects over 10 years
of age.--They will in most cases, be incapa-
bic of receiving good to themselves, and
their presence and influence will tend to him
der the good we might otherwise do to the
/ younger and more hopeful class.
A. G. PEAsE, }
LEWIS PRATT)
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

HUNGARY TRIUMPHANT.-For seven
teen years Hungary has been struggling
with Austria refusing to be drawn into that
great Empire, and preferring to suffer the
bitterest slavery instead. Tired, at length,
of the proiitless contest, the Emperor Joseph
has granted to that spirited people the priv
ilege of being governed according TO their
ancient Constitution, and now Hungarian
Congress deliberates on the welfare of the
time honored kingdom, and in its halls the
highest truths of government are freely ut
tered. France itself, with all its greatness.
is not SO far advanced in political economy
as small and uninfuential Hungary.-Er-
change.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01
County Convention.

The freemen of windham County who adhere to
the principles of the State and National Republican
Union Party are requested to meet in delegate Con-
venton at Fayetteville, on Tuesday, juno lsth 1866,
at IL o'clock A. NJ, for the purpose of nominating
candidates for County Officers and the Judges of Pro
bate, to be supported at the next annual election.
FERDINAND TYLER,
d. GILBERT DEXTER,
II. N. HIx,
S. b. WELLS,
4. E. KELLOGG.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

LOOK OUT FOR SPURIOUS MONEY i
Photographed Elves on the Commercial
Bank of Burlington, VT, are in circulation.
They may be easily detected by broad red
stripe across both ends, with figures five in
the red. Another exactly like the former,
minus the red stripe, is in circulation. BY
examining them closely il will be seen that
the signatures are engraved.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

LIoUoR LAw,-The Greenfield Gazette gives the
following account Of the liquor law prosecutions in
that ncighborhood
State Constable Whitney has complained of VIM.
W. Warren of South Deer6eld saloon Keeper for vi
olation of the liquor law. He plead guilty, and stop
ped selling. Adam PArtenhemer OF Greenfield, sa-
loon keeper, who was found guilty and bound over.
Darius Stone Of Whately, hotel keeper, who plead
guilty, and stopped selling. There Is not u MOTEL In
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

NoTABLE.-An exchange says: AT Il
Sunday school celebration in Brooklyn last
week the white children of Methodist Sun
day school refused to fall into line behind
the children of colored Sabbath school, and
when ordered to do so by their officers, they
peremptorily refused and withdrew from
their places in the line.
Query. What sort of religion have those
white children been taught in that Sunday
school ?
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

THE SEPTEMBER AonIculVnAL FAIR.-The Di-
rectors of the New England Agricultural Society and
the Directors of the Vermont State Agricultural So.
cety, held meeting at the Bratteboro House, in this
village, on Wednesday evening and Thursday morn
ing of this week, to perfect the arrangements for the
Frr to be held here next September, commencing on
the 4th day, to appoint Committees, and make up
list of premiums, &c. DR.. Lorlng of Salem, Mass,
so well known in New England among distinguished
agrcultursts, was present to represent the New Eng
land Society. The energy and enterprise of the men
engaged in preparing for, and conducting the Fair are
a guaranty for Its success.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

TAKE NorrcE. All notices Of births, marriages,
and deaths sent to the Phoenix for publication, must
be accompanied by responsible name in order to Sc
cure Insertion,
PrnNrINe.--Job printing Of every description in a
workmanlike and prompt manner, done at THE PHG-
NIX OFFICE by Frank d. Coblegh.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

the county, west Of the river, or saloon on the same
side of the river out of Greenfield, where liquor or Ia.
ger beer is sold. The hotels in Greenfield have all
stopped selling and most of the saloons. Two or
three who st persist in it, will be attended to BY
the Constable.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

June ThArSISG,-Agreeably to law, our State mi
itia companies will come together next Tuesday for
Slmonds and Haskns of this town, with their compa-
MES, VIII not only do their duty, but arc to have a
collation. Tor the benefit of their boys in the grove of
Isaac Hines in this village. Tables will be spread
early in the morning. and all contributions to the
same which the friends of either company may see
ht to make will be thankfully receivedi and their
presence on the occasion is heartily solicited.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

In accordance with vote passed at the County
Convention holden June goth, 1865, the Committee
give notice that delegates chosen at duly warned
caucus held in the several towns in the County, and
u certificate of the officers Of said caucus being pre-
scented, such delegates shall be entitled to their seats
in the Convention and no others will be admitted.
The following table shows the number of delegates
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

WEST HALrAx.-A u Tucker C Co., at West
Halifax are rebuilding - fsunery that was lately
burnt. Have got the irehe nfand partly covered ;
will start their business again very soon.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

TEACHERS lNsrIrUrE-The Teachers Institute
Tor this county is to be held at Bellows Falls on the
10Th, and 10th, of the present mouth as will be seen
by The advertisement in our paper. Mr. Adams al
ways makes these Institutes interesting and profitable
and it is very desirable that all the teachers should
avail themselves of the opportunity to be present.
The law allows them two days to attend so that there
Is to them no loss Of time wages, while the inform
alton and help they will gain will be of great service
to them.
So then, teachers, and all 60 to the Institute.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

PURCHASE F. d. Cobleigh has purchased the
dwelling-house Of George Cutler, situated on Clark
Street, in this village, for $500, and has taken pos
session thereof,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

THE VILLAGE CoMMoS.-Had any one looked at
our village common nine years ago this spring, he
would have seen barren plain Of sand cut up by
crossroads with very few small scrubby trees upon
it; and, provided the rays of the sun were not too
searching here and there little patch of green grass
while on one corner was placed one of our village
school houses. With these excep ions, if we call
them such, there nothing interesting or inviting
on it. At that time permission was gained from the
public authorities by n few individuals, to enclose
and if possible, to improve and beautfy the common
And while those who have had charge of the same
have to knowledge boosted Of their labors
we think them deserving of much credit, no one
can fail to that very great improvement has been
made, and that the common now is beautiful spot
The ground has not been graded or ploughed as sug
gested by some for the there SO little SOIL
and under it nothing but stones and gravel 1t was
thought best to top dress it, and thus and deepen
what soil there was And as it has been suggested
that there have been seventyve trees set out most
of which well started and doing well, making rs
many there should be when they have grown a
few years longer. A neat and substantial new fence
has just been made around it, and bronzed iron
settees to be placed near the walks. About $1,000
have already been expended in bringing about this
change and il those of citizens who have always
been liberal IN giving for this object, are willing to
continue their contributions from time to time, our
village common may be made a spot that we may
well be proud of.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01
Summary Of News.

Counterfeit 5s on the Rollstone Bank at
Fitchburg, Mass, are in circulation.
Rev. DIR. 5. X. Lothrop has accepted an
invitation from the authorities of Boston. 10
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

ENTERrAISMEST.-Einge Foote'S combination
advertised last week, and which is 10 be exhibited at
the Town Hall on this and to.morrw evening, prom
Uses an interesting and pleasant entertainment.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

The Council Bluffs NOnpareil has the fol-
lowing
"OfIicial-Married, at the residence of
Mr.. Ben Jarvis, in Marshaltown, Iowa, by
Rev. Mr.. Wiley, Joe Baugh CHATS us) and
Mary c. Swanson, CHATS more of usl."
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

MEETINe-The annual meeting of the Western
Aqueduct Association will be held at the Savings
Bank, in this village Tuesday evening Of next week.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

JACKSONVILLE, VIZ. L. Pratt Of Greenfield, has
sold his house and lot In this village to Samuel Tyler
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

DIR. TirrLE.-This noted practitioner is to be at the
Brattleboro House in this Village to day and to-mor.
rov
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

Vermont editors are requested by the
Commissioners to publish the following for
the information Of the magistrates
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1866-06-01

CLOSED Ur.-Col. Austine announces that the last
enlisted man Of the Vermont troops has been muster
ed out or the volunteer officers, only one, Frank
Sawyer, A. Q. NJ, remains in service, but he remains
only few days longer It's thought that this cannot
be said of any other State. Col. Austine's manage
ment in settling and winding up the military bust
ness Of the State is highly complimented by all who
have had opportunity of knowing what he has DONE
Rutland Herald
We are happy to add our testimony to the efficient
and gentemanly manner in which Col. Austine
has performed his duties while in the service here.
Ed. Phoenix