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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

Tue New ENGLAND TowNsHIr.-Parton
in his last article on jefferson in the cur
rent number of the Atlantic Monthly, speaks
thus of the great Virginia statesman's
tribute to the value of the New England
township system
The inference which jefferson drew from
the mower of New England in finally break
ing down the embargo is worthy OF note
He attributed it to the township system,
which he valued most highly, and strove
long to introduce into Virginia. How
powerfully he wrote in 1916, "did we
feel the energy of this system in the case lof
the embargo Ifeh the foundations Of me
oorern,aent shaken under my feet by the Neie
FINLAND toirnshipt There was not an indi-
vidnal in those States whose body was not
thrown. with all its momentum, into
action and. although the whole of the
other States were known to be in favor OF
the measure, yet the organization OF this
little selfish minority enabled it to override
the Union. What could the unwieldy
counties of the Middle, the South and the
West do Call a county meeting; and the
drunken loungers at and about the court
bouses would have collected, the distances
being too great for the good people and
the industrious generally to attend. As
Cato, then, concluded every speech with the
words. Carthage delendtm est, so do | every
opinion with the injunction. Divide the
counties Int0WsEds,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29
FOURTH DAY.
DAY.
AUGUST -

AlhA Isl
There was A slight sprinkle Of rain dur
ing the night. and some threatening oil
storm. But the morning was lovely, and
the people assembled in multitudes for the
worship of God. The number of cottages
and tents has increased to about sixty-hve'
and they are generally well occupied, and
probably tomorrow and Sunday they Will
be completely filled.
Rev. A. j. ingalls, of Brandon. preaGehed,
the ten O'Clock sermon from the words OF
the foolish virgins: "Our lamps are gone
ont" Matt. xxv.S.
This parable was explained clearly and
enforced with hdelity and power. kevs;
Graham. Neeker and Partridge exhorted, ana
then a deeply solemn season OF prayer was
enjoyed. e,,,.
The one O'Clock meeting for children was
well attended. and addressed by Mrs. HUI
burd and others.
The preachers held a meeting and appoint
ed Reys. Hulburd, Beaudry and Bona as
committee to draft resolutions OF CONFIDENCE
to Rev. 7. C. Potter of Willlston, whose
amiable wife recently deceased.
The impending clouds about one clock
began to drop their contents down. bts
bv two O'Clock the clouds were dispersed,
the blue sky arched over head, the sun shone
with unwonted beauty, and the grove was
Just glorious. The congregation was are T
and orderly. Rev. W. ". Foster OF YER rh
gennes, preached from Is. iii. 10; II. Inc
Character of the righteous and the UNI :
righteous was described and the message 81 81
the divine word was delivered to each. IL
is well with the former in time and eternity
but i'll to the latter now and forever * TX
hortations and prayers followed, and tn n.
people were invited to several large ten's
Tor PRAYER and the relation OF experience.
The congregation last evening was larger
and very quiet. The grove, ilghteq Win
the lamps. torches and camp fires, presents u
a weird appearance. which Is c3nd1cl.g 70
a spirit OF worship. Rev; ". L. smith ha' o.
Benson, discoursed from Matt. xIx;2s, apoue
the price to be paid that we may nave
eternal life. He was followed Dy eAnorla-
paired to different tents for prayer, until
the ten o'clock bell gave the signal LOT CLOS
ing services, and retiring for rest h
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

Lockm CAR SEArs.-The Troy Times goes
for locked car seats in this wise lie is a
BOBBY, he is; the man who invented the
little arrangement that locks the seats OF a
car 50 that they cannot be reversed except
by conductor or brakeman. Coming down
on the Rutland Il Washington road, yester-
dav. We saw bilious looking skeleton
making vain endeayors to reverse his seat
to avoid riding backwards. The conductor
had no KEY to unlock the catch and the
brakeman had none that would fl. The
car was crowded and our pitiable bilious
friend had the alternative either of standing
up in a ioting ear or sitting down to ENJOY
a spell Of sea sickness. Either this lock ar
rangement should be tabo0ed, or else 1t
should be the business of somebody to turn
all the seats before the starting of the train.
The lock arrangement may be very good
thing to keep meddlesome passengers from
meddling-in fact the inventor may be
most worthy man; perhaps even Trojan.
In this case it is the man who has charge OF
the cars before starting who is the BOBBY.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

ST. ALBANs.-Dan. B. Robinson of Mo-
bile, Superintendent of the railroad from
that city to New Orleans, has been stoppinr
with his family at st, Adams. He former7
ly resided in that village.
The hearing in the case of Mrs. Dolloa
was concluded in the Municipal Court Fri
day morning, she being held in 5000 bonds
Tor trial at county Court. Plaisted was
discharged. Mr.. Dollof, being the cum
plainant, was not placed under arrest as
having been preferred against him "''
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

AMERICAN Mowers AND REAPERs AT VI
ENNA.-THE BucKEYE TRIUNrHANr.-Tho
Buckeye Machine, which has won so many
hOnors at home, but which was sent to VI
emma to compete for the first time at a
Worlds Fair, has distaneed all competitors
and has been awarded two first premium
Grand Medals of Merit Adriance Plat h
Co. have also received the highest awards
at the great German Field Trials, in com
petition with all the leading American and
English Machines. dEwIt
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

Which gives profit of Sis7 on SalO worth
of machinery. As the above figures were
taken from the sworn testimony of McCor-
mick himself, as given before the CongreS-
sional investigating committee, they are
entitled to credence.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The strength of the Oranges is estimated
at 300, 900 voters, the growth of the order
being remarkable in the West while in New
York, New England and the Middle States
Il has made but little progress.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

Gen. Butler in his supplement AIRY
eulogy of himselfand its reception by the
people of the bay State, reminds us OF
DR.. P. a country physician, who, upon
informing lady customer, Mrs. NJ,
that her friend, Mrs. S, was much bet
ter now than formerly, as she nor had a
good doctor to attend upon her, was met
with an "Ah, I'm glad to hear it. But
whose's she got, thought" "Why, DIR.
P, madam, Dr. P, don't you know
him - "Well, no, can't say if l do.
Seems to me I've heard tell of him too, but
never heard him called a good doctor be-
fore -
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

There are eight newspapers published IN
the United States which are over 100 years
old. They are the Portsmouth IN IL
Gasette, Newport Or. ~ Mercury, New
London Comm Gdsette, Hartford Conn
Courdnt, New Haven Comm Journal,
Salem (Mass) Gdseae, Worcester (Mass.)
Spv. and Baltimore American
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The Addison County Good Templar's
Union met at Bristol on Friday. Aug 18th
Twelve lodges were represented.
Rector Gage, Worthy Chief Templar.
presided
r. H. Marden delivered a felictous ad-
dress of welcome which was happily re-
sponded to by Hon. f d. Warner, of New
Ifavan
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

Professor R. c. Kedsie, of the Michigan
Agricultural College, has analysed the air of
greenhouse which had been closed for
twelve hours, and found it better than pure
country air. This seems to be strong ar
gument in favor of plants in sleeping rooms.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

Tie farmers are finding that they are
paying large bonus to manufacturers for
their farming machinery The Illinois
railroad quarrel has brought out cores
pendent who has been investigating the
actual cost OF certain farming implements
and comparing thar with the prices paid by
the farmers. The result Is stated as follows:
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29
The charges against senator Carpenter.

The New York Tribune, Springfield h
publican. and kindred journals of the "a in
dependent " sort. recently made reckless
attack upon the character. Of Senator Car
penter, of Wisconsin, which we were
sorry to see the Rutland GLOBE catch up and
make the text Of high moral editorial
without waiting to see if the charges We're
proved true. 1t now appears that Senator
Carpenter entirely denies the seandalous ac-
cusations brought against him, and the Bal
timore American. a most reputable sheet.
contradicts the imputations on the Senator
character in the most positive language
The Chicago Times, bitter enemy Of SEN
ator Carpenter, also says that 1t has been
contradicted By the Senator in conversation.
and by Others who were at Long Branch,
and the Long Branch correspondent Of the
Baltimore American also asserts the Sena-
tors innocence. The latter says that the
lady referred to belongs to the highest
circles of society, and has always enjoyed n
spotleSs reputation - 1t Is charged, both
by Mr. Carpenter and the Long Branch
writer, that the SANDER was concocted by
Tribune reporter, who, two years since.
was incarcerated for contumacy by order oil
the Senate, having refused to answer certain
questions put to him by committee OF
which Mr.. Carpenter was chairman. Ever
since that period the Tr5umc has remorsc-
lessly pursued and attacked Mr.. Carpenter
and Whitelaw Reid himself, who has per
sonal malice against the Senator, has never
allowed an opportunity to pass to SANDER
him
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The congregation was large to the very
last. and more than ever awc1 by ;he word
and spirit. Rev. b. Cox, of Wcybridge,
preached the last sermon from Elijah :
triumph over the priests of Baal rs recorded
in the eighteenth chapter of Kings Reys
Pond and Beaudry followed with exhorta-
tions. and the multitude was invited TO
Christ Many came. and the scene was one
of melting. thrilling interest. Several pro-
fessed conversion, and others pledged them
selves TO lifeof holiness. After interesting
and appropriate remarks by Elder Gregg
and others, at about 10 80 the doxology was
sung, and benediction pronounced by Rev
d. F. llulhurd.
The usual appendix of more private
meetings was enjoyed in two or three tents,
the largest gathering heing at the Shelburn
tents. TWAS an occasion of great solemnity
and profit, long to be remembered. 1t was
like the ambulance train picking up and
saving the wounded after the battle. Many
Sorely tried and troubled ones were helped
Lamps were newly trimmed and burning,
the work going on until the midnight cry
was heard Behold, the Bridegroom
comoth. 90 We out to meet Him \ little
while thereafter, 1.-THE door was shut, >" and
the opportunities Of the occasion ceased.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

\ terrible accident has occurred on the
Chesapeake and Delaware Canal by which
that highway has been totally destroyed.
The accident of a few days ago compelled
the locking of the waters on one level, and
in consequence of the heavy rains and the
restricted space in which the great volume
was held the walls were forced out and the
entire country flooded. A great number of
vessels were destroyed and portion of the
Delaware Railroad washed way. The loss
cannot be correctly estimated, though it is
known to be several millions. 1t is believed
that there has been no loss of life.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The New York World. complaining with
good reason that the Democratic platforms
are barren of living issues, gives the follow
ing as the reason forit:
The facts that stand out prominently to
impress the people are that the debt has
been reduced dur ,ng the time General Grant
has held office ne lrly four hundred millions.
and that the cou ntry is at peace and pros
porous.
The World i. quite correct. Such facts
as these have rlore power with the people
than the resurrection ofany number Of de-
unct dogma~-
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The Democratic papers are fond OF re-
peating the lalsehood that the debts of the
Southern States have increased S2O0,00O,-
OO0 since the war. under Republican man
agemeut How far from the truth this Is,
may be inferred from the facts that the en-
tire debt OF the Southern States to-day i
only $50 OBS ,3I3, and that, in 1868, 1t
amounted to $3.50, OOO, 600. The increase,
therefore, has been $50, 900, 200, for some of
which the South has new lines of railroad
to show. which will greatly develop the re-
sources of the regions through which they
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

SUICIDE AT Mary, wife of
NJ. d. Herrick. formerly of Middlesex, com
mitted suicide by hanging, at Brattleboro,
on the 18th inst.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The New York EIpress says the Alabama
indemnity money, due from Great Britain
to the United States on the 9th Of Septem-
Der. has already been paid into the Treasury
with the exception % about S5,O0o,oOo,
which is deposited in gold. in number Of
New York city banks. The payments thus
far to the Treasury have been in called
bonds. overdue, and gold. The balance will
he gradually paid in ring the next three
weeks and within this time the managers
of this fund expect to purchase anaddition-
al amount Of called be ndS.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The abolition of corporal punishment from
the public schools Of Chicago has worked
successfully
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29
FIFTH DAY.
Snn,.o GRnrE. Augnst %.

sPRINe GROVE, August -
The morning IL cool and cloudy, and
little sprinkling, which none OF US Tear
much, drips upon the leaves and tents very
unsteady, reminding us of Him who is to
sprinkle many nations" with His cleansing
blood, and. as many say, with the waters o,
baptism. But as the Lord knows that all
the churches need more fire than they 20
waier, msre inward power tnan
outward form, Tie j. conforming tne
operations Of nature to this leeal
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The Washington correspondent oil the
New York Times says g the representation
is made that the next Congress will be asked
to assume the entire State Indebtedness
of the Southern States, and that Northern
Congressman of prominence have already
promised their support to the measure
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

ArGrsr 81


The weather continues fine. Crowds are
arriving by private and public conveyance;
The cars are packed when they arrive anu
quite empty when they leave.
Rev. II. F. Austin Of Rutland, occupied
the stand at the morning service and
preached from Cor. 20. Ills voice Is
clear and enumeration distinct. lie de
scribed the rebellion Of man against God.
In this conflict either God or the sinner
must be overcome and destroyed, unless
there be reconciliation. This can be done
through Jesus Christ. The work l. mys-
FERROUS, but no more % than the operation
of vegetation. Christ, true God and true
man. can and does make It possible Tor
God and man to be recOnclled. The su1er-
inrS ofChrist in their relation % this work,
were spoken Of. This reconciliation Is n
safe and profitable investment. once an
enemy 10 God. now 4 friend, JOY j. great
ingredient of this cup. q, SINNER ue IT,
conciled to God.
Exhortations followed a usual.
After dinner some prayer meetings were
held. Mrs. Rev. d. =. Hubbard held a
meeting for all the children in the W Ills
ton tent. This Is her Characteristic work al
camp meetings, and the interest OF the little
folks atteSts her fitness for this field OF oper-
ations.
At2p. III. at least one thousand people
sat down in the beautiful shade to hear a
sermon by Rev. W. ID. Malcom, presiding
elder of st. Adams district. Vermont con-
ferance. His text was taken from the heVe-
lations Of Jesus by St John, chapter u, l.
Whoever has heard him preach can Judge
what clear truths and telling illustrations
we're thrown out 10 Us. lie made some
strong thrusts at the materialisue teach
ings and tendencies of the times.
The believing thief on the cross was uSed
as an illustration Of the individual and So
cial consciousness and enjoyment OF the IN,
termcdiate state, As also OF strong anu
present faith.
Rev. ". H. Meeker Of Niddlebury gave a
thrilling exhortation, going even beyond
his morning effort in this direction.
\ prayer-meeting was then held at the
stand. continuing till i.lj p. m. The IN
terest of the meeting seems to increase pro-
portionately with the growth OF the con-
gregations.
Last evenings service was well attend
ed. and full of interest. Rev. j. W. BEN
nett. of Dandy, entertained the consrega-
ton with n methodical, pointed, yet sweet
spirited sermon, which prepared the way
for a good prayer and experience meeting
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The Hudson River boats are now crowded
on their down trips, while coming up the
river the travel appears to be falling on
which signifies a return of the pleasure
seekers from Saratoga, Lake George, etc.
But the Lake Champlain steamers are still
doing very large business and are often
thronged with passengers, and our city
hotels were never better filled with guests.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The fuller details leave no doubt a to
where the responsibility rests, for the last
railroad horror, in Illinois. The conductor
of the coal train was running in williul
disobedionce Of orders. knowing that the
passenger train had the right of way. A.list
OF dead and scalded and maimedyictims, sum
ming up eleven killed and thirty-six badly
injured. was the result of his recklessneSs.
OF course the papers are filed with COM
ments on the horror. But we do not see
that any point out any practicable mode OF
avoiding instances Of such incredible and
criminal careleSsness.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

HAY SEED" PoETRY.-The following
verse Is from a song Of the grangers, and Is
very applicable to some of the ''prowlers
for the gubernatorial chair Of Vermont
who. it is said. are DESTROYS Of embracing
the secretsand fellowship of the Patrons of
UuShandrv.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

IHk MoDoc OAfTW r. TO BE llaNcED IN
ocToBER.-Ibe War Department has pro-
mulgated in general orders the findings and
sentence in the case Of the Modoe captiyes.
Captain Jack, Sehc nchin, Black jim. Bos-
ton Charley, Barn cho, alias One-eyed jim,
and Slohueh, ALA Cox, who were tried blythe
military commits sion for the murder of Gen.
Candy and Cor missioner Thomas. and for
assault with intent to kill other peace COM
nissioners, Ere found guilty Of the specifca
tions and charges and sentenced to be
hanged. fhe proceedings have been ap-
proved by the President and the Secretary
of War. and the sentence will be carried
into effect at Fort Klamath, Oregon, on the
Sd of October, under the direction of the
general commanding the department of CO.
lumbia
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

On the day Of the Democratic State Con-
vention was held in Bangor, Me, the
flags were set at half mast III respect for the
memory of deceased alderman. One OF the
delegates, supposing that it had been done
in derision of the Democratic party, deiiy-
cred terrible inyective upon the Republl-
can city government, and the Republican
party in general. Alter exhausting himself
he was informed of his error, and immedi-
ately rose and notified the convention that
he had delivered an improper speech and
took it all back.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29
AFTERNOON SERVICE.

At 3o'clock the Rev. Louis y. Bcaudry,
Of >helhurn. preached from I>iah ix.6,
namely. " His name shall be called won
derful. The speaker had been 50 boarSe
for some time a. TO be scarcely able To
speak above a whisper without pain, and
though still suffering, made himself heard.
Exhortations followed. the service closed,
and prayer meetings were held in various
tents. Some of jewellers of our forest city
left for home on the evening trains, though
il seemed as if all ought to have stayed TO
the very last Notwithstanding these de
partures. the meetings are yet well attended,
with interest Increasing. Some are deter
mined to Use these blessed and blessing
means TO the very end.
The weather j. perfectly beautiful, and
could scarcely have been better throughout,
and the meeting has been grand success,
beyond ANYTHING known III this place be-
fore The harmony Of the workers has
been complete the order Of the multitudes
excellent, cliciting the commentator Of
Elder Gregg. and extensive good has been
accomplished, which only eternity can fully
reveal.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

The civil damages liquor law in New
York seems to afford excellent opportuni-
ties for black-mail. In a recent case IN
Newburg. y. Y, in which the wife claim
ed 5000 damages of the dealer who poison
ed the peace Other family by selling her
husband hquor. it leaked out after the
Jury had awarded her $50, that the whole
thing was put up between the husband
and wife. He got drunk and smashed
things by preeoncerted arrangement, that
she might have ground for a remuneratIve
suit. The liquor dealer proposes to carry
M, the case
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

r7rrR FROM MR.. CoLTAx.-MINIsTER WASH
''''- m-RyE suBsTANTIATEs MR.. DREw's STATE
MENTs.
Mr.. Drew has handed us the following
latter from Mr.. Colfax. 1t will be seen that
Mr.. Washburne, our Minister to France,
fully substantiates Mr. Drew's statement
that he was in Paris last winter, while the
investigation into Credit Mobilier was
going on in Washington, and stated to Mr..
Washburne that Colfax never received the
rs. c. or Bearer" check. This also shows
that Mr.. Drew did not wait for Mr.. Ames
death before making known Mr.. Coifax
innocence in the matter.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

There Is prospect Of peace in Louisiana.
The Washington correspondent of the New
York Erening Post says Judge Durell, ae-
eompanied by Collector Casey, hadan inter-
view with Attorney General Williams, r.
Gently. in relation to Louisiana affairs. 1t
Is now settled fact that there will be IN
future but one Legislature in Louisiana
both parties having agreed upon a COM
promise by which it Is provided that there
shall be only one legislative body, composed
of members Of both former bodies who's
election Is not disputed.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1873-08-29

About this time prepare for agriculture
fairs.