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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

ART. II. Pledge. We, the enrolled MEM
bers of the Brattleboro Temperance Re-
form Club, do solemnly promise, before
God and these witnesses, that we will new
err make, buy, sell, or use as a beverage,
any spirituous or malt liquors, wine or ci-
der, and that we will, in all proper ways,
discourage the manufacture, sale, and use
of the same.
The next meeting of tho Club will he
held at the town hall on Sunday evening
next at o'clock.
The following is the list of letters re-
manning in the post office in this village
May IS:
Gents.-Henry p. Allen, Jas. Anderson,
Dennis @. Burr, Alexander Charette, Pat
Fleming. DIR. Henry, II. p. Hamilton, l..
L. johnson, Thomas Manning, G.. V. Page,
L. Porter, Willard Parker, j. J. Ryan, d.
C. Starkey, Wallace M. Sargent.
Ladies.-Mrs. Louisa Barrett, Miss Liz
zie Clark, Abbie j. Dearborn, Mrs. S. ID.
Dickinson, Mrs. Ellen Donahue, Mrs. Lin
us Hunt, Miss Jennie NJ. Mason, Miss Liz
zie j. Stroeter, Mrs. L. b. Taylor, Mrs. c.
A. Waitman.
Package for w. II. Upham.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

We have no desire to see other than equal
and xact justice done in the matter of the
COVE rnorsnip which now agitates, more or
less, the minds of our people. In order,
therefore, to correct any misapprehension
which may have arisen from statements in
q communication in our columns on the
subject of Hon. b. d. Harris's "Greeley-
ISM" we make the following statement:
From wha we believe TO be an authentic
source we are informed that, while Mr..
Harris was, four years ago, dissatisfied with
many of the apparent tendencies of the Re-
publican party, and with many of the acts
and surroundings Of the Administrations,
and did not hesitate to freely express his
opinion on the subject, he never expressed
or ente rtained purpose TO vote for Mr..
Greeley. We are also reliably informed
that Mr.. Harris did not contribute any
thing for the Greeley movement in this
place or elsewhere, but that be did contrib
ute to the fund of the Republican State COM
mittee which was raised and disbursed dur
ing the campaign of 1872. :.
As regards the matter referred TO by our
correspondent &c" this week, it may be
proper to say that we have not observed any
disposition on the part of Mr.. HArris's
friends TO withdraw their support from him.
So far as this county is concerned, present
appearances indicate that the battle will be
fought out between the two prominent can
didates now in the field.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

"A feeling of sadness and deep sorrow
came over all this community on the an
nouucemeut, last Saturday evening, that
The Rev. G. L. Frenyear was dead. AL
though the event was not altogether uneX-
pected, and had not been for two days, yet
the fact that an earnest and faithful minis
Ter Of Christ was dead, and had died in the
maturity of his life, and in the midst Of
his usefulness, was we'll calculated to cast
a gloom over the minds OF all, as il did. A
large and sympathizing congregation testi-
fed their appreciation Of his worth, and
manifested their kind feelings toward the
afflicted family by their attendance upon
the funeral exercises at the Baptist church
on Tuesday, the 10th inst. 1t seems but a
few days since Mr.. FreDyear was engaged
in his work as preacher and pastor in our
community. Now his voice Is heard no
more among us, and he has gone 10 his re-
ward in eternity. How forcibly such an
event reminds us that, "In the midst OF
life we are in DEATH" Well may each one
ask himself, am prepaied7 X.
Another correspondent says: tie was
a man OF more than ordinary ability and
was held in high esteem by his church and
denomination. He had been the secretary
of the Vermont Baptist State convention
for several years, was largely instrumental
in consolidating the records of Vermont
Baptist anniversaries, and by his pansiak-
ing and fidelity was rewarded by the con-
fidence and CONNIE ndLtion of his brethren.
He was quite historical student, and at
the time of his decease was engaged In
writing up very minute history OF the
Baptist denomination in this State. His
loss will be deeply felt by large circle OF
friends, and his interesting family will
mourn the loss of an affectioDate husband
and father. The Baptist clergymen Of this
county, and many from other sections, at
tended the funeral" +.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

The closing exercises of tho spring
term of the academy take place on Mon
day and Tuesday, May % and %. Monday
an examination of classes Tuesday eve
ming a public entertainment of prize speak
ing, plays, &c. Music furnished by the
Drattleboro orchestra.
Little Miss Florence Fisher celebrated
her first birthday on Tuesday, the 10th
inst, by party at which there were pres
ent twelve babies, all but one under one
year of age, all girls but two, and all
living within little more than
stones throw from her own domicile. II
was the most Interesting show Of the sea-
son, and the spectators were numerous.
All the babies were awarded first premi-
ums-the mothers being the judges.
As Thomas l.. Reed and wife Of Dunn
merston Hill were returning home from
this village one day last week, their horse
took fright from the raising of an umbrel-
la, near Henry Morses, and ran, throwing
Mr.. and Mrs. Reed over wall into Mr..
Morse's barn yard, in1icting very severe
injuries. The wagon was smashed TO at
oms and the horse came to a stand in the
hog yard. Mrs. Reed being in feeble health
at the time, il was feared that her injuries
would prove fatal, but both are now doing
we'll
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

The quiet of one of tho homes of this
little village was very happily and auspi-
ciously diversified the other day, the llth
inst. The occasion was the celebration of
the golden wedding of Mr.. and Mrs. II. Il.
Chase. 1t was a Time of deep interest to
this aged couple and their numerous fam
lily, most of whom were present to congrat
ulate their parents, and express their filial
affection aud esteem for those who cared
for them in their infancy and youth, and
trained them up TO be industrious, useful
members of society. Few, very few, are
permitted to WALK life's journey together
so long. Fifty years ago this couple were
united in marriage in Andover, and in that
town have lived most of their lives and
reared up large family of sons and daugh-
tiers, all of whom their aged eyes are now
blessed in seeing successful, respected and
prosperous in the world. These, with
wives aud husbands and prattling grand
children came hither in goodly numbers to
do honor to worthy aud respected parents.
One, a son, from Londonderry; two daugh-
tiers from Andover, one living on the old
homestead a son, resident here with his
parents; son, physician from Ohio, and
a son an editor, from SO far away as Texas.
Altogether the company made houseful
sure. A son and daughter in Illinois, it
was regretted, could not be present. A neph-
ew from Ohio was present. The Rev. MI.
Burnham of this place was called upon to
officiate on the joyful occasion. The Rev
erend gentleman made brief prayer and
pledged the aged couple anew, and in ap'
propriate remarks congratulated them and
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

The Democratic majority of the House
seem to have been especially unfortunate
in the selection of some of their minor OFF,
GERS. In the debate on Saturday, having
refere nee to the most proper and expedi-
tious way to remove from the office of door
keeper the gushing Colonel Fitzhugh Of
Texas, who, in the confidence of private
friendship and in the exuberance of his joy
at holding lucrative Office, wrote to his
friend at home that he was "a bigger man
than old Grant," it transpired that he had
been indicted for grand larceny, perjury
and arson, April o. 1871, in the Lincoln
County Circuit court of Kentucky. In
neither case was a conviction had, but cop
les of the court records gave abundant evil
denee that Fitzhugh was not proper man
for the place. After long but good tenn
pc red debate, in which the Democrats ex-
pressed their modification without reserve,
the whole subject of his removal was refer
red to the Committee on Rules for further
investi cation, pending which the jubilant
doork eeper will probably resign and put
himself forever away from "the fine turn
out and spanking pair of horses" which
the Government furnished and which APP
pea RS to have deprived him Of what little
wit he ever had.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

CENTENNIAL FESTIVAL.

There was quite gathering OF old and
young, ladies and gentlemen, at S. Frink's
hall on the 4th inst, to put us in mind OF
our national Independence 100 years ago.
The programme for the evening was as fol-
lows:
l. Prayer by our pastor.
2. Hymn by the choir.
3. Reading OF the Declaration of indie
pendence.
4. Introduction Of Washington and lady
and Grant and lady.
8. Hymu-"Ode on Science" by the old
folks.
G. Farce-Taking OF Fort III, by Ethan
Allen, which was well performed. Tab
Observation-Disclosures saving the life of Cap
tain Smith.
I. Carding tow, spinning fax and wool.
:. Declarations, song, singing, &C., &c.
There were various articles of centennial
curiosity, block-tin teapot handed down
10 the sixth generation, a powder horn that
was used in the French and Indian war
and also in the Revolution, an old arm
chair that was used before the Revolution,
pewter spoon moulds, and many other ar
ticles Of ancient date. Next in order came
the call TO supper, and there, Mr.. Editor, is
where you made a mistake in not being
with us. The table representing l776 was
OF the ancient style and was filled with the
substanlials of life, a good old-fashioned
boiled dish, baked beans, johnny cake, rye
and Indian bread, &C., &c. The modern
table of 1876 was filled with all the delica-
cies of the present age. The eatables were
furnished by the ladies of West Dummer-
ston, who are famous for getting up good
| supper. The funds received from the fes-
tival were very satisfactory, and will be
used 10 replenish the Sunday school libra
ry. All present seemed to enjoy the eve
nlng's entertainment. The exercises closed
with the singing of Old Hundred by the
whole company. W.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19
NEWS ITEMS.

The Secretary of War has reduced the
estimates in his department 10 the extent
Of s., Co, sos.
The giant powder works near brakes
Vile, N. j., exploded yesterday afternoon,
killing two men.
William Varley, better known as "Red-
dy, the Blacksmith" died in New York
city, Wednesday evening, of consumption.
He was buried Sunday, and his funeral
was attended by large numbers of Now
York criminals and bruisers.
DIR. w. II. Hall, the well known edit
or of Halls Journal of Health, died sud
denly on the street in New York, Wednes-
day evening, of apopexy.
The Reese River (Nev.) Reveille says
that dead squaw and her living infant
were buried together by the Piutes at Yam
kee Blade, last week. They dug a hole,
threw into it the squaw's body, laid the
babe on her breast, and covered them with
brush. In explanation, one of them saidE
"Baby no good; no got milk; blmeby
heap cry; die pooty soon anyhow"
Mr.. Parton has abandoned Massachu-
sets and gone where a man is permitted
legally TO marry his step-daughter.
The graves of the Confederate dead at
Port Gibson were decorated on the lst inst,
the Union soldiers joining in strewing
flowers.
Mrs. Minnie Sherman-Fitch can have
those diamonds now. The House felt good
natured Monday and passed the Senate bill
allowing them 10 pass through the New
York Custom House free OF duty.
Last Sunday morning eight children
got into an old, leaky skiff on the Ohio riv-
er, near Veray, Indiana, and pushed out
into the stream the skiff sank and five of
the children, all belonging to one family,
were drowned.
The widow of ex-President Polk has
been rendered the free use of palace car
from her home at Nashville, Tenn, TO
Philadelphia If she wishes to visit the Cen
tennial Exhibition.
Dom Pedro has lelegraphed Carlos Go
meZ, the Brazilian composer, 10 compose
a suitable piece of music for the centennial,
and send it along, in time to be played at
Philadelphia on the Fourth of July by
Gilmore's band.
We Witnessed a touching scene, the
other day. A full-grown, healthy-iook ing
married man was going toward the sub
urbs with base ball club over his shoul-
der, and, in a few moments thereafter
while passing his house, we noticed his
wife saving wood in the back yard
bloomington lInd) Courier.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

In response to the call issued by Carl
Schurz, Horace White, William Cullen
Bryant, and others, about two hundred
gentlemen assembled at the Fifth Avenue
Hotel in New York, on Monday afternoon,
to confer upon the present political situa-
ton, with special regard to the Presidential
campaign. An organization was effected,
and on Tuesday an address to the people
was adopted, and speeches were made by
Chas. Francis Adams, jr., Professor Sum-
ner of Yale, Parke Goodwin, and others.
Mr.. Adams declared that Bristow was his
first choice for Pr resident, and Tilden Sec
ond choice. The names of gentlemen from
Vermont who accepted invitations to the
convention were Edward ]. Phelps, Fred
erick Billings, Charles w. Willard, John
Prout, Willard Harrington, and C. NJ. Bliss
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19
Putney.

Henry Cough, who formerly carried on
his business from here TO Monson, Mass,
is going to reopen a shop in this village.
Putney people will be glad to see him back
at his old business once more.
The Delehanty Brothers have again
closed their wooden mill here, it is supposed
with no intention of starting business
again.
j. NJ. Drew, the temperance reform lee
turcr, gave his inebriate experience to a
large and enthusiastic audience at the town
hall, on Tuesday evening last. W.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

&C. w. Brigham sold his horses, car
riages and household furniture at auction,
last Saturday, preparatory to leaving town.
Mr.. aud Mrs. Brigham and little Charley
leave many friends here who will miss
them very much.
H. f. Barber's stock OF boots and shoes
were all sold at auction last week, making
quite lively sale of two days.
Ashley Stone is 10 resume his auction
of "dry goods, &C." next Monday.
H. p. Bowker killed a very fat OK this
week, the dressed weight being 1881 lbs.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

In addition to the weekly meetings for
practice the cornet band meets sometimes
for the purpose of n serenade TO some mem
Der of the company at his residence and
have "A good time in social way. Last
Thursday evening, the band made Joseph
T. Dodge a surprise visit and in addition
TO the musical entertainment, presented
him and his wife each a silver napkin ring.
For these tokens of friendship, the genial
good visit and kind remembrance, he is
very grateful and expresses many thanks.
May 3Oth will be observed by the band,
the Sabbath school and the citizens gener-
ally, for the purpose Of decorating the SOL
diers' graves in the different cemeteries OF
this town. 1t will be necessary to meet for
the decoration in the forenoon as the band
expect TO be absent in the afternoon. NJ.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19
The Prudential Problem.

The Republican party, through its chosen
delegates, is soon to select, at Cincinnati,
the standard bearers under whom it will
march 10 victory or defeat in the coming
Presidential contest; and, since the recent
exposures of incapacity and corruption
within the ranks of the party have so alien
ated many OF its former supporters that it
cannot afford TO offer any advantage to its ri
val ON the score ofcandidates, the main point
10 be considered in making the domination
is tn at of availability, or personal accepta-
bility with the people. And by the people
we mean not merely the rank and file of
the Republican party, but the honest, in
dspe ndent voters of the country who are
firmly attached to neither party, but are
ready to support the best man, by whom
soever nominated. The mere attachment
of the party label to a candidate isn't going
to be enough. Neither The party hack nor
the Little Unknown will be acceptable.
To nominate these will be to invite defeat.
The people are not Indifferent as to who is
the nominee provided that he represents
the party principles. Time was when
"principles, not men," formed the watch
taught the people that both principles and
men-men Of character, of incorruptible
integrity, and of honest purpose 10 carry
out those principles equally essential
elements of a successful administration OF
government.
Fortunately, In the solution OF this quos-
ton, it may be safely assumed that the
best man will make the strongest candidate.
A man who is in himself an exponent OF
honest and pure government, whose name
has never been fouled by charges of bribery
or peculation, whose patriotism Is unques-
toned, and whose voice and arm are eI eI
ready to battle for the right,-tha is Tie
kind Of man whom the people desire to see
nominated at Cincinnati, and in whose
support alone they will rally with any de-
gree of enthusiasm.
That the Secretary of the Treasury com
blnes these qualifications in rare degree
is becoming more and more evident as thu
period Of his service is prolonged. In thu
strength aud vigor Of his manhood-thougl
Kentucklan, of good anti-slavery stool
aud with an honorable record in the figh
with rebellion-manifesting an unfiinchinl
determination TO do his whole official dutI
without fear or favor-challenging his ad
yersarios TO the strictest investigation o
his conduct and character, before whicl
the arrows of their malice fall harmless a
Nthe wind-the name of Bristow has becom
synonym for reform. He stands liVinl
VIBRATION OF what the country needs
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

which were highly decorated with various
and numerous works of ant. In the cor
ner of the room was located tent bearing
the outward inscription, "Circus and Me
nagerlo by p. T. Barnum," but the show
man and show were not revealed. The OK
hiLilion commenced on Monday evening,
when the Hinsdale dramatic club amused
the audience in the performance of the
farce, "Nursery Chickweed." II was very
finely rendered and with much credit to
the participants. The entertainment Tues
day evening consisted of vocal and organ
recitations by DIR. J. d. Werner and wife
of Keene. The levee closes on Thursday
evening, with a grand ball, to which all
are invited. n.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19
bellows Falls.

The series of temperance meetings held
in Bellows Falls on Saturday, Sunday and
Monday, last, by tho noted temperance
work ers, Messrs. Osgood and Drew, proved
a great success. On the second evening
the names enrolled on the pledge number
ed so me 800, large proportion being those
of drinking men. a Reform Club was or
ganized Monday evening. with L. NJ. Read,
Esq, as President. All classes of the COM
munity are interested in the work, and
the meeting on Monday evening nearly all
the places of business were closed, the hall
was filled to OVERLOOKING, and many were
unable to get in.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

WHERE Mr.. BLAINE's MONEY CAME
FRoM.-It may not be important but it is
interesting to know how Mr.. Blaine made
his money, since his enemies charge that
he was poor when he entered Congress and
is now a rich man. The Portland (Me.)
Advertiser says: "Mr. Blaine in 1861
bought some mining property in Pennsyl-
vania, which was sold under the hammer,
aud which he happened to know was very
valuable. He paid about $4,000 for this
property, which is now worth $500, 900, and
has for number of years paid an annual
income of $4,000. This transaction is
we'll kown in Maine. There are gentle
men here who were invited TO join in the
purchase, but declined, aud have since re-
GREETED their decision. 1t is known how
and where he obtained the money to pay
for purchase which was then beyond his
means"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

the company present on this joyful ooca-
sion. Then "Home Again" was sung by
the children with the spirit and the un-
Outstanding. AfIer this, all sat down to
the bounteous and elegant repast prepared,
and did ample justice 10 the dinner, aud
bestowed merited encomium upon the
cook who had executed her part OF the pro-
gramme so nicely and in such good taste.
The evening was spent in social converse
and singing. All felt that The occasion was
a most happy, joyful one, and one long 10
be remembered. o. r. q.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

Miss Emma Z. Lane, who has been or
gam list for a number OF years at the Con-
gregalional church, was presented last
week by members of the congregation, as
a token of friendship, with silver salyer,
pitcher and cups, also a cut glass cake bas-
ket and silver card receiver. Miss Lane
was taken by complete surprise, she being
absent making calls at the time. She was
quietly summoned and cordially greeted
by a houseful of friends. Tho Rev. p. f.
Barnard made the presentation speech in a
very happy manner, and the Westminster
cornet baud performed some Of their best
pieces.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

AS many Of us cannot visit tho great
Centennial at Philadelphia, 1t has been de-
termined to have celebration in this vii
lage. A preliminary meeting will be held
in the town hall on Friday, 10Th inst, at
which it is hoped that a definite plan will
be adopted and all necessary arrangements
made, that the celebration may be sue
cess.
Roy. Lewis Grout is expected TO speak
in the Congregational church on Wednes-
day evening, May "a. As agent of the
American Missionary Association, he will
speak of educational and missionary work
in the South, and refer to his late extended
tour among the freedmen.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

An ecclesiastical council representing
the churches OF Wilmington, Dummer-
ston, West Townshend and Jamaica con-
vened in the church in this place on
Wednesday, May 10, at p. NJ. Rev. ]. b.
Baldwin was elected moderator and Rev.
A. b. Emmons scribe. After due consid-
GRAFTON the council unanimously voted to
advise the dissolution of the pastorate.
The council expressed sympathy for the
church and commended Rev. II. II. ODDS,
the retiring pastor, as faithful and-de-
voted minister of the gospel"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

THE ARMY OF THE JAMEs.-The fourth
Triennial Reunion of the Society of the
James, will be held in Philadelphia, on
Wednesday, June It'll. The Grafton will be
delivered by Brevet Major General Joseph
II. Hawley, of Connecticut, and an origi-
nal poem will he read by the poet of the
occasion. Officers and soldiers who served
in the Army of the James, DESTROYS of
joining the Society, are requested TO COM
muHicate with the Treasurer, Gen. Charles
A. Carleton, No. 9S Broadway, New York.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

A friend hands us the following; 1t is
said that when Andrew Jackson was candl-
date for the Presidency, his opponents in
Congress in their president-making speech
es endeavored 10 bring him into disrepute
by showing his illiterate dlsqualifications,
especially in bad spelling. This greatly ir-
ritated John Randolph who, one day, when
it was under discussion, exclaimed with
great vehemence, "Oae must be a fool sOho
cannot spell word only one aOGy!"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-05-19

The telegraph reports an outbreak be-
tween the negroes and the whites ct West
Felic Parish, La, near the Mississippi
line, last Friday night, in which twenty ne
groes were killed. Help has been asked of
the general government, but the full extent
of the trouble is not yet known.