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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-10-16
ASHUELOT RAILROAD.

Passenger Trains leave Keene daily at 7 Is A. N.
aud 80 aud is NJ. connecting al south Vernon
with Conn. River Railroad trains for Springfield,
Hartford, New Haven and New York, and with Vt. 4
Mass. Railroad for BrAttleboro, aud 18th New London
Northern Railroad for New London and New YORK
RETURNlNG-LeAve South Vernon at G 40 aud Q 55
A. NJ aud 50 r. NJ, Tor on arrival Of Conn. River
r. n trAinsl Tor keene, Bellows Pals, fitchburg,
Boston, 8c.
Keene, July ~, 1874. II. STEWART, supt
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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-10-16
OUR JAILS.

But oar jailS are places of detention of
criminals of all grades and classes awaiting
trial, and usually allording no means of
separation of prisoners ; the most abandon
ed and hardened criminals being turned
in with those whose offence is of the lowest
grade-committed, perhaps, more from
weakness than depravity-thus exposing
the latter to the depravng influences of
such associations. Such is generally the
condition OF our jails that sentence to i'm
prison ment in them is, practically, a SEN
tence to idleness in the school Of vice. If
tine Is Imposed, the consequence is often,
from the poverty of the offender, the same,
as it results in Imprisonment till released
by pardon. The same mischief also eX-
tends TO cases of offenders imprisoned in
the county Jail for the most lrlfiing Of
fences. Our jails are defective as a place
of punishment, in not allurding any means
of employment to the prisoners. The very
idleuess TO which they are condemned
tends to vice and crime, while labor would
be reformatOry in its influence. 1t prOba-
bly, would not he practicable, at least not
within the limit OF reasonable expense, TO
convert all our county jails into work
houses, but they should be so constructed
as to prevent the indiscriminale intercourse
of prisoners and criminals of every grade,
WORK-HOUSES.
But have long been of the opinion that
a wOrk-house, TO which prisoners from diff
ferent parts of the State, convicted of cer-
tain minor offences might, under limited
discretion in courts OF justice as to the
place of punishment, he sentenced, would
be of public benefit, and supply an exist
ing defect in the means of the suppressic II
of crime and the punishment aud reform
of criminals. Possibly the conversion of
some one county Jail into such work house
might subserve this purpose. think the
subject is worthy of your consideration.
MISCELLANEOUS.
The other biennial reports which have
not had the opportunity of examining, will
be before you for your consideration.
trust that in the performance of the va =
rious duties devolving on you, b 9TH in in
vestigating the past and providing for the
future, that true public economy will be
observed, which neither transcends, nor
fails to supply the legitimate necessities
of the state, and which will limit the ses-
sion to the time necessary to do deliberate
ly and well what the public good requires
to he dOue.
ASAHEL PECK.
EXECUTIVE CHAMBER,
Montpelier, Oct. Sth, 1874.
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In providing for the necessary revenues,
and in the appropriations for the ensuing
two years, ! would advise that provision
be made TO meet at maturity the Sll0,500 of
the funded debt which is payable Dec |,
1876.
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And that Sl6S, 900 of the above liabilities is
in outstanding certificates of registered
loan" issued under the act of 1867, and act
of 1870, which sum includes the Agricnltu-
raj College Fund. These certificates are
payable
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HairVigor,
For restoring to Gray Hair its
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Against This same period he

For the veaE ending July 81, 1874, he
credits the State by the last two items OF
charge in the account of the preceding
year, that is
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
Church KObberies.

THE WEST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ROBBED OF
WAX CROSS, BIBLE AND OTHER ARTICLES.
1t has just come to light that a most contempt.
ible piece of petty larceny has been committed
during the present week at the West Presbyter-
ian Church.
On Wednesday evening, it was found that a
beautiful wax CROSS, enclosed in glass case,
had been stolen from the parlor of the church,
and that couple of the coverings of the chairs
had also been taken, and probably used for
wrapping around the stolen articles. The cross
was worth 1885, and much priced as being the
gift of some friends.
Upon further investigation it was discovered
that the large pulpit Bible upon which the
name of the church was plainly engraved, was
missing, and the covering of the Bible left in
such position as to convey the idea that it was
left in it's accustomed place. This deception
was discovered by placing the hand upon the
cushion, when it was found that no Bible was
there.
There is no clue whatever as to who the
guilty parties are, but from the fact of light
in one of the cellar windows being ,out, and the
board which usually stood over it being removed,
it is supposed that the thief is boy and that he
crept in through the window pane. The mem
bers of the church are justly indignant, and
have put the case in the hands of the police for
investigation.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
Cornerstone Laying.

A NEW p. f. CHURCH IN BRANDYwINE HUNDRED
SUNDAY scHooL cELEBRArIoN-NEw CEMETERY,
ETC.
large concourse of people assembled, yester-
day afternoon, to witness the cornerstone laying
OF the new Grace P. L. church in Brandywine
Hundred. The exercises commenced at2 0 clock
p NJ, with the beautiful and impressive cere-
monies usual upon such occasions. Right. Rev.
Bishop Lee laid the stone, and was assisted by
Rev. l.. W. Gibson, of Dover, Rev. Dr. Saunders,
and Rev. w. IL. Graf, of Philadelphia
After the ceremonies of laying the corner
stone were over, feeling and appropriate ad-
dresses were made by Bishop Lee, hev. t. q.
Iittell, and Rev. Mr.. Hotehkin. AT the conclu-
sion Of the services liberal contribution was
taken up in aid of the church. The new church
to be built of blue Brandywine granite, large
enough to seat between 400 and 5OO people, and
| il is expected to be finished and ready for occu-
pancy by the early opening of spring and proba-
| BILE sooner.
After the conclusion of the exercises following
the LAYING OF the corner stone, an anniversary OF
the Sunday School belonging to the church was
held in a temporary board building. erected for
1.-THE occasion. The choir, Sunday school and peo
pie all Joined in some very sweet and delightful
music, and happy spirited addresses we're made
| by Rev. @. l.. Spencer, of New Castle and Rev.
| George A. Latimer, of this city. Refreshments
| in abundance were served and people and schol-
ars were all happy.
| Ono of the most attractive features surround
ing the new church is the spacious ten acre
cemetery which surrounds it, short
time ago it was laid into beautiful walks
| and lots and planted with shade trees. Being
only five miles from the city, it is expected that
it will become popular cemetery. During the
building of the church, lots will be sold for $l5
whchwill probably double that price afterwards.
Situated as is the church and cemetery i'll the
midst OF high agricultural region, with beautl-
full and romantic scenery, it will no doubt be-
come place of popular resort.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
Personal.

DIR. Isaac Jump, the Republican candidate
for Governor, arrived in town, this morning.
He il in good health and spirits and we trust
will not leave us without further accession to
the latter.
Rev. A. McArthur pastor of the 2nd Baptist
church, of this city, who has been spending a
vacation of three or four weeka in Canada, and
is expected home, this evening, will occupy
his own pulpit on next Sabbath.
Speaker Blaine delivered an address yester
day before the Northern Wisconsin Agriculture
Association at Oshkosh to a crowd of fifteen
thousand persons.
After all the Prince of Wales has not been
reckless a prodigal and is not 80 deeply in
volyed in debt. According to the London Times
his outstanding obligations are not more than
one-third his annual income and none OF them
is older than a year. His mother, too, has not
paid his debts. If the Prince lived in America
this would be called vindicaton
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
Political Notes.

Congressman Hayes, of Alabama, is daily re-
ceiving letters and dispatches reciting outrages
on white and black Republicans in his district
He has been advised to remain outside the State
as his life is in danger.
John Randolph Tucker who was Attorney
General of Virginia during the war, and until rex.
PEELED from office by the Federal army, has been
nominated for Congress, He is Professor of
Law in Lee University.
The Republican State Committee of Louisiana
met on Wednesday evening, and ratified the
agreement of the Republican and Conservative
Conference committees in regard to the election
boards, with an amendment that vacancy in
the Republican membership Of the Returning
Board shall be filled by Republican, the same
rule to apply to the Conservatives. The Con-
servative committee will meet to take action on
ti-- .-s..
The Independent State Convention of Nevada
met at Carson ON Wednesday night. and nomi-
mated ticket comprising seven Democrats, -four
Republicans and three Independents. L. II.
Bradley is the nominee for Governor, A. j.
Hatch for Lieutenant Governor, and A. @. Ellis
for Congressman.
Marcus L. Ward was renominated for Repre-
sentative in Congress yesterday by the Republi-
cans of the Sixth New Jersey District. Thomas
c. Platt was renomnated by the Republicans OF
the Twenty-eighth District of New York
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
The New CITY Officers.
THE CHIEF ENGINEER AND REGISTRAR OF THE WA
TER DEpARrMRSr-wno THEY ARE.

THE CHIEF ENGINEER AND REGISTRAR OF THE WA
TER DEpARTMRNr-wHo THEY ARE.
Joseph Hyde, who was elected Chief Engineer
OF the Water Department, last evening, has his
home in this city and has been citizen here,
for many years. He was formerly Master Me-
chanic in the shops Of the Philada., Will
mington & Baltimore II. r., aud subse-
quently was assistant Superintendent of
tho Junction & Breakwater II. r., since which
he has held a similar position on the Eastern
Shore Railroad from Demar to Crisiield He IS
on all hands represented as mechanic and en-
Bineer OF superior practical ability, and there
can be no doubt that he il thoroughly qualified
for the position to which he il chosen-a most
important matter, in view Of the very large
sums OF money proposed to be expended on the
new reservoir and the further development of
Our water supply system.
In politics, Mr.. Hyde has been a voter with the
Republican party, and 30 remains. That his poo-
sltlon should be used fdr party ends is plainly
against the public desire, as it 10, furthermore
against public policy, but we mention the fact
that he is consistent Republicanin in order to put
conclusive denial upon the misrepresentation
indulged in some quarters We entertain the
reasonable hope that he will prove an excellent
municipal officer, serving to the credit OF him
sell, and the satisfaction of our people.
The following letter from Hon. Geo. r. Dem
MS, President of the Eastern Shore Railroad, is
pertinent i'll this connection
KINGSTON, Nd, Sept. 80.
Mr. Wm. NJ. Candy Dear Sir Mr.. Joseph
Hyde, who has been in the employment of the
Eastern Shore Railroad Company for some time,
desires. a position as Chief Engineer of the
Wilmington Water Works. 1 regret that MIR.
Hyde has decided 10 leave u.s. can recommend
MIN az a most efficient engineer, very superior
supervisor of men, has great mechanical ingen-
ulty, and ia responsible and reliable.
l am sir, very respectfully, yours,
GEORGE II. DENNIS.
Capt. Evan P. Grubb, who was elected Regis
trar Of the Water Department, has been deal
or IN boots and shoes, at 307 Market st. He
was amember of the LIST Delaware Regiment o.
volunteers, throughout the War in defence O
the Union, entering as private, and returning
as Captain in command Of his company. Hi
army record as shown by the endorsement oil
ms discharge is of the best character, and hi
mas the cordial esteem and support of his com
,ades. His qualifications for the place we be
heve to be very good, and he will no doub
serve to the satisfaction of the public.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
Another Church scandal.

Another church scandal has arisen in Jersey
City. Rev. Walter W. Hammond, of the Ber-
gen Baptist Church on Madison avenue has been
asked by the trustees TO resign. A very stormy
meeting OF the trustees was held on Tuesday
night when certain trustees preferred charges
of improper and unbecoming conduct against
the pastor, after which they offered reso-
luton asking him to resign which was ta-
when he was interrupted by the moderator, who
exclaimed 'You are liar The greatest con-
fusion followed. Hammond asked to be allowed
to remain for time on probation, and he would
try to do better. He pleaded that he was young.
The discharge from the church he said would be
his ruin, besides this his salary was greatly in
arrears. The meeting adjourned amid confu-
sion. IL is probable the trustees will close the
church doors against Hammond.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
PERSONAL AND PARTICULAR.

"A Sanfrancisco editor, aged IA, has been ar
rested for libel. Why not spank him.
"A swarm of bees have established them
selves on the top of the highest church steeple
in Cincinnati.
Street dresses are to be shorter than ever
this year, doubtless because husbands are short
or than usual.-LoreH Courier.
The last stone of the vendome Column has
been laid and the statue Of Napolean will he
ready for erection before the end of September
Nilsson asked Vienna manager 81 900 a
night, and half the gross receipts over $4,000
francs. The manager asked for time to take his
breath.
In Japanese theatres, the performer is fol-
lowed about the stage by figure in black who
holds lighted candle to assist the vision of the
spectators.
1t was Chicago lady who sent an order to
Rome to a celebrated sculptor for tone marble
hgger of Apoler in his close, to corst not more
nor 1000"
-"1doatry" is new romance by Julian Haw :
thorne, son Of the great romancist Nathaniel
Hawthorne. 1t is not the long-loOked for Amer
lean novel, however.
The November number OF Sc7yiJners No,ithly
beginning its ninth volume, will contain the first
chapters of q new story by SAKE Holm entitled
MY Tourmallne," and the second paper Of are
collection of Charles Sumner"
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
latest General News.

The U. s. frigate Constellation passed Fortress
Monroe yesterday from Annapolis, in tow of tho
Mayiower, for Norfolk, where she will be laid
up for the winter.
George Fralick, who is supposed to be one of
tho Wellsboro bank robbers, was arrested in
Athens, Pa, on Wednesday. A boot leg, with
his name on it, which was found at the scene of
the robbery, led to the arrest
Cardinal Cullen has written letter to Dean
Byrne, greeting the Catholic Total Abstinence
Union of America. Thirty Bishops have also
written letters in approval of the forthcoming
Catholic Total Abstinence Convention.
The two hundredth anniversary of the estab-
lisiment OF the Catholic Bishopric of Quebec
was celebrated in that city yesterday. The pub
liza departments and many business placas were
closed.
1t is stated that q deputy United States Mar
sha will leave New Orleans to-day with writs of
arrests for over one hundred citizens of Grant
Parish, who were indicted for participating in
the Colfax riot.
MIR. Bergh, yesterday, prevented dog fight,
which was to have taken place near Fort Hamil-
ton, New York, and had a large number Of the
roughs who were present arrested. They were
soon after released, however.
The Convention of Steamboatman was in se-
cret session at st. Louis yesterday. 1t was sta
ted by some of the delegates that the matters
discussed were of no interest to the general pub
lie.
Speaker Blaine delivered an address at Osh-
kosh, yesterday, before the Northern Wisconsin
Agricultural Association, the subject of
"Municipal Debt in the United States" He had
an audience of about $1,000 persons.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
The Boat Contest Tomorrow.

dId-RACEs OF THE CHHlsTIANA NAvY-THE BOATS
AND CREWS.
We have already announced repeatedly the
fact that the three Christiana boat clubs would
have gig race on tomorrow afternoon. The
original purpose of having general Regatta,
and securing the attendance of the Philadelphia
clubs was given up, and only the one contest be-
tween the gig crews will take place.
The course to be rowed over is three miles
long, thai is, from Third street bridge to point
just above the Wilmington and Western Railroad
bridge and return.
We give below the names and positions OF the
crews to contest for the prize, which is the
championship flag now held by the Bachelor
club
PIONEER CLUB CREw-aIG "H0RNET"
W. Il, Smith, stroke.
]. 81. Cameron. second.
A. H. Smith, third.
Jos. Richardson, bow.
A. d. Poole, csxswain.
The Hornet is SO feet inches long, "a inches
iu beam, 23 inches at the water line, and was
made by Byron Length of oars IL feet.
BACHELOR CLUB cREw--GIa "IDAIIA"
]. H. Lewis, stroke.
W. III. Bowers, second.
Jos. Seabrook, third.
George Mccall, bow.
Chas Campbell, cox.
The Idulid is 43 feet inches long, "a inches
beam, 10 inches at the water line, and was made
by Lufberry. Length of oars IL feet.
UNDINE CLUB cREw-aIa "wHITE CAP"
e. w. Head, stroke.
H. Lewis second.
]. Paul Brown third.
w. N. Hamilton bow.
]. L. Jackson, cox.
The White Cap is A feet long, "a inches beam,
10 inches at the water line, and was made by
Metcalf. Length of oars 70 feet 6 inches.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
state Items.

Protracted meeting has begun at Serverson's
church near Smyrna.
Some OF the church members at Milford have
signed applications for license.
Dover has a fshy story-some one has stolen
three barrels of fish from Mr.. Collins.
The Rescue Temperance organ) promises to
enlarge again after the 1st OF next January.
st. Johns NJ. Il. church, near Georgetown,
which has been closed for repairs, will be re-
opened on the 11th of October.
The Association of Moral Reform met in
Dover at the appointed day but adjourned until
Oct. 18th without transacting any business.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
FOURTH EDITION.
Great Coal Oil Fire.

DESTRUCTION OF THE FACTORIES AT HUNTERS,
POINT.
NEW York, Oct. 5.
A fire raging amid the nest of oil factories at
Hunters Point. The iremen lhave abandoned
all effort to save the oil works and confine their
labors to the contiguous property.
LATER-sEvERAL FACTORIES AND DWELLINGS
BURNED.
New YORK; Oct. 2.
The fire at Hunters Point was not among the
oil works, but consumed Smiths box factory,
Reeves Churcb's box factory, a block of frame
tenements, and another box factory. The loss
and insurance are not yet ascertained
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-10-02
The Saratoga Grand Hotel burned

The Grand Hotel at Saratoga was destroyed
by fire yesterday. The fire began about eleven
o'clock in the morning, in the upper story of the
north end of the south wing, and as no one is
known to have been in that part of the building,
it is suspected that the flames were started by
an incendiary. A brisk wind blew from the
southwest, but it was though the fire could be
confined to the south wing, until, about noon,
flames suddenly burst from the central tower of
the building. and the destruction of the hotel
became inevitable. The Grand Union, Con-
gress, Columbia and National Hotels were IN
great danger and were only saved by sudden
shifting Of the wind to the southward, which
drove the flames in the direction of Congress
Park Assistance was sent from Troy, White
hall and Ballston, which aided in the saving ct
property. The Grand Hotel was valued at
$780, 000 and was insured for about $200,00O.
Its furniture was insured for about $69,00O