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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08
Tenure OF Office.

The tenure of cfice bail passed the Hauso
on Saturday by strong vote. TIE bill
takes from the President the power Of re-
moyals from office, by providing that all
otischolders whose appointments require and
have received the confirmation of the Senate,
shall hold their Offices till the Senate con
firms their successors. TIE President may
suspend from Office during the recos Of the
Senate in cases of mis-conduct-but can
make no permanent appointments without
the advice and consent of the Senate. And
il he should make such an appointment, tie
person undertaking to hold such an Office in
violation Of the law must not only d 50
without pay, but is liable to a fine Of Sl0,-
600, or imprisonment for five year,. The
bill as it passed the Senate excepted cabinet
officers from it's provisions but the House
amended it by removing the exception, and
with such amendment it goes back to the
Senate. The same amendment was urged in
the Senate by Mr.. Howe OF Wisconsin, as
being necessary for the protection of secre-
arg Stanton in his place, and was approved
by Senators Sumner, Wade, Wilson, How
ard and others, as being essential to the
carrying out fully the principle of the bill,
but was rejected, Is to p.
1t is hardly likely that the Senate will
still insist on the exception but at any
rate, with or without such amendment, it is
plain that this most important bill will be-
come law. The vote on 1t on its passage
in the Senate stood % yeas to 9 nays; and
in the House Ill yeas to 3S nays, 50 that it
is not likely to lack q two thirds vote after
the veto
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

Bound OvER.-rhe examination of joseph
Bushy, of Brandon, for having in his pos
session counterfeit fractional currency. was
resumed before U. S. Commissioner, VIZ. II.
HOTT. on the LIST. The hearing lasted all
day, and resulted in the binding over Of
Bushy in $1,000 for trial at the next term of
the T. ). District Court. Bushy has friends
who are very unwilling to credit his guilt.
and was defended on the examination BY
HARD L SHAW of this city and A. A. Men.
OLSON aud r. V. MARSH Of Brandon. States
Attorney L. B. ESeLEsBr, appeared for the
government.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

a VERMONT HERAIT.-John Webb. an
EDglishman who has for many years lived
the life Of hermit in little solitary cabin
in the town of Victory, in Essex Co, died
few days since from the effects Of fall
received while saving wood. He brought
with him from London large quantity of
gold, which be bearded in the expectation
that Victory would sometime become city,
when be would invest it in land speculations
at the proper tine AMI become immensely
rich. His sons, who live in London, fire.
quently urged the return of their father to
that city, bot his faith in the ultimate
grandeur of Victory held firm until bis
death, doubtless stimulated by the growth
Of Victory in twenty years past from pop
ulation OF $40 to 2l2, and an increase of
Grand list from $3.50 to 1856.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08
COUNTY CONVENTION.

The friends Of temperance and prolibitory liquol
l. Law in Chittenden County are requested q
meet IN delegate convention at the City Hall, Bur
lington the last Wednesday in February C27th) a
II o'clock A. 81. for the purpose Of nominating
County Commissioner. The dele gates are assigned
as follows, viz: one TO each town OF city and ont
additional for every sfty votes cast for Goyerno.
the last September election.
The friends OF temperance are requested by thei
omnittee 10 call meetings in their respective
for the appointment Of delegates and provide then
proper credentials.
The assignment Is as follows:
Bolton Milton
Burlington p shelhurn
Charlotte South Burlington
Colchester Westfard
Essex Richmond
Hinesburgh ST. George
Huntington Underhill
Jericho Williston
40 Q. nuMPaRIY, Comfy
6 HUNTINGTON, COMMITTEE.
Pet. 6, Is67-d&w1
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

To The PUBLIc.-It is understood that per-
son named David B. Wyatt, calling himself an
agent Of the Home for Destitute Children, at
Burlington, has been collecting money and
clothing in various towns in Vermont, professed-
ly for that Institution.
The Managers Of the Home desire to state
that he is not their agent, and that they are not
in any way responsible for his actions
Burlington. Feb. 9Th. 1867.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08
THE WEEKLY fREE PRESS

TaE BURLINGTON WEEKLY FREE PREss lie pub
lished every Friday morning, and contains the
latest news reports Of Boston markets and Cam
bridge Cattle Market full State, County and oeal
Intelligence well selected Miscellany, &c, &c
'oeare suG outlay viii be spared to make It a re-
liable, Interesting ana valuable family journal.
I, The circulation OF the FREK Pass exceeds that
Of any paper in the region, and il is therefore,
unrivslled medium for advertisers
We desire to give additional attention TO the To-
cal Ct the various towns in this and adjoining
Counties, in which our Weekly has 4 numerous cir
eulstiOn, and shall esteem i; favor II our reader
viii .orEart Us any items OF interekt.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

LARGE DVIDESDs.-The Springfield Re
publican says that the Burlington Wooden
Company at WinOoski, has for several years
past declared annual one hundred per cent.
dividends, but it thinks the present hard
times render the continuance OF the prac-
tice quite doubtful.
We understand that the Wooden Company
is not suffering from the heavy depression
which exists in some styles Of wooden goods
but that the heavy over-coatings on which
it is running are in great demand, so that
the mill is probably doing well.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

Dispatches from Washington state that
the person who misrepressnted United States
Minister Motley, was Mr.. McCracken of
New York, relative Of Hon. Charles
0'Conor, and an aspirant for Mr.. Motley's
place.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08
JAsr4aY 8Oth was very cold, the mercur

JANUARY 50th was very cold, the mercury
standing at u below in the morning, not
rising above zero through the day, and fall
ing to below in the evening, The hay
fFoze strong enough to bear q number Of
skaters who tried the ice in the afternoon,
and at sunset the lake was nearly or quite
skinned over The South wind, which rose
in the night, however, made short work
with it, and the broad Lake is blue water
yet
The thermometer stood at 20 below at ST.
Adams that day
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

INV HAxrsHIRT.-There has been consid-
cradle friction among the New Hampshire
repu blicans. since the State convention. Gen
Hartman was nominated for Governor /;
but the friends of Hon. Onslow Stesrns, tie
well known and able superintendent of the
Northern n II. Railroad, who had nearly
half the votes in the convention, did not
very readily acquiesce. They claimed that
the nomination Of Hartman was secured
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

W Ii. Hoyt The examination re'ui'ei IN
Luske's being bound over for trial IN the
L. s. C,rcait Court, in the sum Of S6oo.
States Attorney Englesby appeared Tor the
United States and jeremiah French and
Henry Ballard for the respondent.
Hon. WIN. Clapp, who had known Luske
for many years. furnished his bail No 9TH
or counterfeit money was found on Luske
whom arrcsted.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

Nor DEAD.-Mrs. JoslYn, or Gosselin, as
the Messenger states her name to be, Of
West Alburgh, did not die o. her injuries in
the Ogdeusburgh r. R. collision but is re-
covering. The r. r. Company settled with
her for her damages on Thursday, paying
her $500 for the same. IL is stated that
the whole loss of the road for personal dam
ages (which have all been adjusted) and to
machinery, will not exceed $4,000.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

Mr. MoRRrLL.-The Troy Times thus
speaks Of Mr.. Morrill, and bis speech on the
currency question
Mr.. Morrill, Will not be accused by any one
who knows him or who has watched his course
in Congress, Of being either a hot-hesd or an
alarmist On the other hand, his head Is too
well informed, his judgment too cool to make
him visionary, and his honesty is too homespun
and P onounced to permit him either te deny or
disseuible the simple truth. BE speaks the con-
victions which are in hin, and that with vigor
Of diction and clearness Of statement worthy Of
strong, thoughtful, earnest man. The extract
below closes his speeach, The sentiments ex-
pressed may fail of finding approval IN the yor-
tex of Wall street those who daily throng the
stock and gold boards, or who 20 on change
daily either 10 make or Lose fortunes, may Won
der at the shade Of the picture, and have their
cheap sheer at "fogyIsm''; but such should
remember that Mr. Morrill, is plain Vermont
er that he speaks 10 behalf Of state sufh-
ciently removed from the scenes Of commercial
excitement to be uninfuenced by them-for a
people who know no road TO wealth but indus;-
~, who look for no seasons OF prosperity but
such as come from increased labor, genial suns,
fertil!zing rains and grateful earth, and who
have been educated TO believe that the liqulda-
ton of indebtedness. public and private, is a
duty TO be performed at the earliest practical
moment, and only in that direct and honest
method which awards exact value for value.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

DIVORCES. - Twenty-one divorces were
granted by the Supreme Court in Rutland
county last week. three for adultery on the
part OF the husband, six for adultery on the
part oil the wife, four for intolerable severity
and the rest for wllful dseertion.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

TIE BANKRUPT BIIL.-We trust that the
final fate Of this most important measure,
which has been ably urged by Judge Poland
in the Senate, is not fOreshadoBed in the
vote by which 1t was rejected Tuesday.
Senator Harris 1t is said will move reconsi-
Iteration, and as eight or ten Senators we're
absent or not voting we hope it may yet
pass.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

SECRETARY ADAMS told the State Teachers
Association that if the people would delib-
era'ely murder every Academy but one IN
each county, and then put maa in each of
those which remained, the cause of edn-
cation would be much benefited.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

Burlington is disposed to be satisfied with
fifty thousand dollar water-works to temper
the seventy-three grog-shops, Though 1t isn't
quite haIf-and-half. Wdhon's Journal.
4 cross grained friend at our elbow, says
they don't NIX any water with their liquor
or find much use for water any way in Mont
palicr
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

ARREST or ALLEGED CouSrKRr,,rrp
Hiram Luske, Postmaster and Justice of the
Peace, IN North Ella, N. Y, was arrested
IN St. Adams last week, by Deputy Marshal
Flanagan, for passing counterfsit $50 O.
;. Treasury note on NJ. Berwin. of this CITY.
and brought before o. 5. Commissioner
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

USIoS MUSICAL CONVENTION At CAsTLEToS.
Tie Union Musical Association hold their
Sth annual convention at Castleton. COM
mencing Feb. l2th., continuing four days.
Prof. W. {. Perkins Of Boston is 10 be the
musical director, assisted By Mrs. D. {.
Hall OF Boston. Miss Emma Weeks, and
Miss Mary E. Hoag Of Albany; Mr.. Z. p.
Philips Of St Adams. tenor; Mr. ). W.
Whitney Of Albany, basso; Mr.. j. T. Per-
kins, basso and pianist; also Halls String
and Cornet Band OF Boston.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

The Washington correspondent OF the
Trareler says Collector Smyth of New York
is terribly implicated by the evidence taken
by the Custom House Committee, and that
he will resign.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

The ADIRONDACK Rail Road Companv
have completed about twenty-five miles of
their Road from Saratoga foiOards the evil.
derness." They contemplate pushing the
work through sometime to some point on
the St. Lawrence river or lake Ontario. with
branch down the East branch of the Ausa.
Die river to Plattsburg, to be called the
New York & Montreal Rail Road.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

by unfair means, and the democrats have
been stirring up the hostile feeling, hoping
to bring about bolt IN the republican ranks
and coalition with the democrats, by
which Hartman, who is particularly obnoz-
ious to his former democratic friends, could
be defeated. Bot the dttempt has failed.
The friends of Mr.. S,earns have held a
meeting, at which letter from Mr. Stearns
was read, declining to allow any use of his
name for such purpose. The result will be
an unbroken republican front and republi-
can victory.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08
chittenden County Teachers Association.

The Eighteenth semi-annual meeting Of the
Chittenden County Teachers Association wa:
held in the Congregational church in Charlotte,
January 18th and Goth. 1867.
The Association was called to order by Pres.
). ;. Cilley Of williston, and after prayer by
Rev. Mr.. seaion. was most appropriately vel
coined BY P E. PEAsE in behalf Of the people Of
Charlotte. President J. S. CiIley responded.
After some further remarks by Mr.. squires Of
Charlotte. who spoke Of the early history Of the
Association, and by Messrs. A. B. Seaver and ].
5 Cilley, the Association adjourned TIL after
dinner.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

THE DuTIEs collected at St. Adams, upon
clothing alone, from passengers in railway
cars 10 the month OF September, was SOS.
This is laid to he lar beyond that collected
in the same way and time at any other place
on the frontier Which shows vigilance on
the part 81 the Customs officers, and strong
tendency to smuggle out clothing from
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

SEIzuRE.-A gray colt, three years old,
was seized at Ferrisburgh on the 3lst ult
Tor violation of the revenue laws. and
VIII be sold at auction, on Monday. Feb.
llth, at the Court House.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08


The VERMONT BANKs.-The recent semi
annual dividends indicate that banking un-
der the national system in Vermont. is both
prosperous and profitable.
The Rutland County National Bank has
made dividend Of Per cent the National
Bank Of Rutland, 5 per cent; National Of
Middlebury, per cent; the First National
of Montpelier, 5 PER cent; the Montpelier
National, / per cent; National Bank Of
Brattleboro, 81 per share, and adds s., 200
to it's surplus; Lsmoille County National
Bank, 4 per cent. free of tax; National
Bank of Derby Line 6 per cent; Mortified
National Bank, g per cent; the Woodstock
National Bank, 4 per cent. free of govern.
ment tax; CastletOn National, per cent.
BANK OFFICERS roR 1867.
The Vermont National Bank Of St. Al
bans: W. {. Smith, President: Bradley
Barlow, Cashier; c. n. Bishop, Asst
Cashier.
First National Bank of St. Johnsbury ::
Directors-Luke p. Poland. Horace Far
banks, CALVIN Morrill,, John Bacon. Chas.
5. Dana, Franklin Fairbanks. Edward c.
Redlngton. Luke z. Poland, president ::
Horace Fairbanks, vice president; George
May, cashier.
Caledonia National Bank, Danvillc. Di-
reetors-Orra Crosby, b. y. Davis, j. C..
Goodnough, Samuel Ingalls,, b. j. Lance.
Ora Crosby, president j. b. Mattocks,
cashier.
Lyndon National Bank. DirectOrs-E.
B. Chase, j. NJ. Weeks, A. C. Robinson, 5.
5. Thompson, 5. B. Mattocks, c. W. Me-
Kay, Henry Chase. E. B. Chase, president:
;. b. MattUcks. cashier.
National Bank at Derby Directors:
Lew Spaulding, Austin T. Foster, Lucius
Robinson, Ira Camp, Walter B. Cobb.
Lew Spaulding, president; Stephen Foster,
cashier. The Uank has earned IN a year and
half about 20 per cent on Its capital.
Orange County National Bank, Chelsea,
b. W. Bartholomew, Elihu Hyde, Hiram
Barrett, p. c. Jones. Ii. C. Dwight, A. n.
King and n. W. Braley, directors. B.W.
bartholomew, president; James c. Hough-
ton, Dr., cashier
National Bank Of Rutland, John B. PAGE.
president r. S. Rowell, cashier Henry r.
Field, teller.
VIM. Y. Ripley has been elected Presi.
dent of the Rutland County National Bank.
and James Morrill,, Cashier.
Castleton National BanK-Directors C.
s. sherman, Hiram Ainsworth, Gustayus
Buel, VIM. c. Guernsey, NJ. F. King.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

DEDICATION AT EssEx.-The dedication Of the
Congregational church in Essex took place on
Thursday Of last week with the following exer-
cises Invocation and Reading the Scriptures,
Rev. "a. Parkinson Of Milton Opening prayer,
Rev. Mr.. Chamberlain Of Westhri; Sermon,
Prof NJ H. Buckham Of Burlington, from
Math. 1888 OBLIGATORY Prayer, Rev. Mr..
Maynard of Williston Beneliction, Rev Mr.
Coon Of the Baptist Church, Essex.
The sermon was a clear and forcible exposition
Of the subject Of the text. As the leaven placed
within the meal diffuses itself through every
particle TIL the whole mass is leayened,-so the
Grace Of God implanted in the heart By Divine
power Is, in a higher sense, active, difusive,
progressive Exhibiting its influence in the
minutia Of individual life ard character, ex-
tending thence to the church as a body. and
through the church to the world, reaching even
to the remote heather nations Of the earth.
It is remarkable act connected with the
church at Essex-as well as an illustration Of
the subject Of the discourse-that it Las five
representatives, in the ministry one as mis-
sonary TO Turkey one as the Editor Of a widely
circulated religious journal and three as pas
tors Of large and influential churches in this and
other States.
The singing was under the direction Of Mr.
Z. ?. Phillips OF ST. Albaus aud was in all res
poets appropriate and acceptable. Several Of
t1Ose who took part IN this exercises at the deii-
cation Of the first house nearly sixty years ago,
were present as listeners at this. The de,iiea-
tion hymn vas prepared for the occasion BY
member Of the church.
The exercises were throughout interesting,
solemn, profitable, and we're listened to by a
crowded house O.P
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

PER.oNAL.-Harvey Rice, for the last year
Superintendent Of tie Ogdensburgh and
Lake Chsmplain Railroad, has resigned, and
D. W. {. Brown. Of Ogdeusburgh, has been
appointed his successor.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

MIxED.-It Is said that {" RoIIa." who
fought, bled and died." and sput the
whisky into them" and " AIeck," Who was
Master of transportation" in the Baxter
war, look at present so favorably upon that
" usurper," and " traitor" Andy johnson
that Rolla" gives in" in favor Of Hon
Albert Catlin for Collector of Internal Rev.
enue In the Sd Congressional District and
that" Aieck'-in hopes of being reips,ated
IN his old place Of Mail Route lgent-de-
eiares that " no man ever heard me speak
her A'gus.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

CONCERT At EssEx.-Tbe concert At Essex on
Wednesday evening Of last week. under the il
rection Of Mr.. Z P. PHIIIIFs Of st. Adams,
although in a sense inpTomph., was a complete
success. The church was fllsd with an intelli-
gent and appreciative audience, and all seemed
greatly delighted with the evenings entertain
ment The selections by the choir under the
brief training Of Mr.. Phillips, we're admirably
rendered And If we add to these the beautiful
songs sni ehoruses. admirably sung by Miss
Russell. Teacher Of Music in the Academy at
Essex, and by Misses Booth, Bliss and Warner.
and Miss Barrett Of Wnooski. with Messrs.
Kellogg and Sibley; the splendid Piano solos by
Miss Barrett, and by Prof Moore Of BurIng-
ton; the Quartette by Messrs. Hopkins. Barrett
and Phillips Of St. Adams and Col. Hines Of
Burlington and last but not least = The
Spark" by Mr.. Philips, We have an array Of
music and musical talent which ought to satisfy
and crafty any audience in city or country.
O.P.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

The Rutland correspondent of the " Y.
Times Capt Drew says the recent case OF
poisoning in tina; place wa5a consequence of
eating rhubar5 preserved in tin cans.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

NEWLY ELECTED SKSAToRs.-S c. Pome-
roy was reelected United States Senator for
the long term by the Kansas Legislature
last week. and E. q. Ross was chosen to fill
the vacancy occasionei by the death Of SEN
ator Lane.
The Republicans OF Indiana have sent
their besG man to the Senate, in Gov. Oliver
p. Norton.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08

internal REvENuR.-The expense Of col
Letting the internal revenue in Vermont, for
the wear ending July lst. 1866
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1867-02-08
-hittcnden County Agricultural Society.

Chittcnden County Agricultural Society.
The annual meeting Of this Society was
held in this city on wednesday afternoon, at
the Hall Il Ethan All Engine Co. No. 4
The President. F j. HEyDEE, Esq, called
tue meeting to order; and the Treasurer's
Repor; was read and on motion accepted.
The following is the Report of the Treas.
urer for the year ending February let, l S67.
RECEIPTS.
Balancs, old account, $S2l 9S
Cash Of A. Taylor and others, On &c
count Burlington subscriptions to
Fair Ground fund, 537 90
DO Of A. ]. Merrill, Fair Ground
fund u 90
do Of L. Miller, do do 2 90
do s. H. Weston, do do 40 90
do Of Secretary, sales Of Members
Tickets. $50 95
do from sales Of Tickets, 1897 OF
DO Of o. s. Wood, for New Fair
Grounds, 1000 90
do of s. H Weston, Rents, $50 90
$500 %
DISBURSEMENTS.
L. 5. Drew. $3.50 90
Premiums, 81 90
Secretsry's salary, 1866, so 90
E. Lyman, rent Of grounds, "A 80
F. J. Hendee, repairs, - s.
S. II. Weston, DO 2q5 90
Hinesburgh Cornet Band. 100 90
Darlington Aqueduct Co. 30 90
Z. W. G. G. Benedict, Printing, 175 II
G. II. Bigelow, do I49 80
sundry expenses for Police. Help, Re-
pairs, &c, 3ls 46
Balance on new account, 10 is
SEcen :