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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
The Centennial Fourth.
A PROCLAMATION pY THE PREsIDEN

A PROCLAMATION ny THE PRESIDENT.
Whereas joint resolution of the Senate
and House of Representatives OF the Uni
ted States was duly approved on the 18th
day of March last, which resolution is as
follows: "Be it resolved by the Senate
and House Of Representatives of the Uni
ted States of America in Congress assem-
bled, that it be and is hereby recommend
ed by the Senate and House of Represen-
tatives to the people of the several States
that they assemble in their several coun-
ties or towns on the approaching centenni-
al anniversary of our national indepen-
dence, and that they cause 10 have deliver
ed on such day an historical sketch of said
county or town from its formation, and
that copy of said sketch may be filed in
print or manuscript in the clerks office OF
said county, and an additional copy in
print or manuscript be filed in the office OF
the librarian of Congress, to the intent that
a complete record may thus be obtained OF
the progress of our institutions during the
first centennial OF their existence;" and
whereas, it is deemed proper that such rec
concentrations be brought TO the notice
and knowledge OF the people of the United
States, now, therefore, /, Ulysses s. GrBnt,
President of the United States, do hereby
declare and make known the same in the
hope that the object of such resolution may
meet the approval of the people of the Uni
ted States, and that proper steps may be
taken to carry the same into effect.
Given under my hand at the city OF
Washington the twenty fifth day of May,
in the year OF our Lord one thousand eight
hundred and seventy-six, and OF the indie
pendence of the United States the ono hun
dredth. u. S. GRANT.
BY the President.
HAMILTON FISH, Secretary of State.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

The friends of Mr.. Bristow at the West
are meeting the suppositon raised by his
opponents that in case of his election to the
presidential Office he might turn out TO be
q second Andy johnson, by publishing
brief speech made by him a few years ago
at soldiers convention in Kentucky. a
resolution was introduced indorsng Presi-
dent Johnson's Administration. Mr.. Bris-
tow at once moved 10 amend with the
words: understanding IL TO be tho fixed
and cherished policy of his late lamented
predecessor, Abraham Lincoln" and said :
"No man in this country had more of my
love, respect and veneration than Mr.. Lin
coin. If we must have Mr.. Johnson's name
in the resolution, let us have Mr.. Liucoln's,
too. If, as 1 understand Mr.. johnson, lie
is carrying out the policy of Mr.. Lincoln,
am for Mr.. johnson. With this express
understanding, l indorse Mr.. johnson.
But will not indorso him in the Language
of every rebel meeting in Kentucky, nor
in the way of those who, while they in
dorse him, reassert the fundamental and
originating principles Of the rebellion, the
miserable, abomnable and Infamous reso-
lutions of ninety eight"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
West Halifax.

When the death angel comes, and with
out moments warning snatches from
among us an apparently healthy person,
we consider that we are possibly reminded
of our mortality, and the frailty of all
things earthly. On the afternoon Of the
9th this community was startled by the
announcement of the sudden death Of Mrs.
George Jepson. She was the picture of
health, 10 look at, and bad been at work
with her husband in the garden during the
forenoon at noon she called her family to
dinner, sat down 10 a chair, from which
she fell 10 the floor, aud without uttering a
word, in an instant expired. Heart disease
is supposed TO have been the cause. The
afflicted family have our sympathy in their
bereavement.
The Windham county Baptist s. s..
convention are TO meet with tho Centre
church the second Wednesday in June.
The Dramatic Club will give an enter
tainment at the Universalist church on the
evening of June I'd. Admission rs cents,
children 10 cents.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
Weatnliustcr.

On Decoration day procession of sol
diers and citizens, preceded by the West
minister cornet band, aud a number of
school girls bearing wreaths and bouquets
of flowers, formed at the town hall and
marched to both the old and new GENE
teries and with appropriate ceremonies
placed these tokens of remembrance upon
each soldiers graye-Henry C. Lane, Esq,
acting as marshal and Rev. P. +. Barnard
as chaplain. a supper was furnished for
the soldiers and band at the residence of
Mr.. Henry a. Willard. A beautiful incl
dent OF the day occurred at the monument
of William French, the first martyr of the
revolution. While the band was playing
"America" Il soldier left the ranks, ascend
ed ladder and crowned the monument
with wreath of flowers. Much credit is
due Mr.. Edward Il. Pierce, n pensioned
soldier, in whose hands were placed the
preliminary arrangements Of the day.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
Marlboro.
CRYSTAL WEDDING.

On Monday p. m. and evening, May
18th, the friends and relatives Of Mr.. and
Mrs. Alvin johnson TO the number of 80
(the thick clouds and frequent sprinkles of
rain kept some at home who intended b
have been there) met at their residence to
congratulate them on the 18th anniversary
of their marriage. OF the several couples
who saw them married but one person was
present. Among the gifts presented was
very handsome chamber set, large char,
hat rack, glass ware, dress, cut made and
presented by Mrs. Johnson's mother, a
lady nearly 70 years old, a nice worsted
dress pattern from the nephews and nieces,
and variety Of other things both useful
and ornamental, the whole amounting to
sixty dollars. Those who wished Joined in
social dance and all had very pleasant
time.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
Jamaica.

Decoration day was observed with
more than usual interest on Tuesday, I'M
der the direction of the Scott Post, q. A.
r. Exercises were held at the river ceme-
terry and at Jacksonville, as well as at the
village cemetery. The children of the pub
lie schools Joined in the procession in the
village, and very beautiful and appropriate
music was furnished by the united choirs.
During the day speeches were made by II.
+. Wolcott, E. L. Waterman, w. II. Hol-
ton, L. n. Sprague and Revs. o. Pier, C.
II. Sweat and A. b. Emmons.
Rev. Lewis Grout, of he A. NJ. A.,
gave very interesting aud profitable ad-
dress in the Congregational church, on
Wednesday evening, oath ult.
The spiritualists held services in the
Uniyersalist church on Sunday last. The
exercises were conducted by Miss Hast
ings.'
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

After consuming an entire fortnight in
the discussion the Senate decided on Mon
day, by a vote of 81 yeas to 20 nays, that it
can exercise jurisdiction in the impeach-
ment OF William w. Belknap. The affirm
alive vote was cast by "a Democrats and lS
Repu blicans the negative vote by 20 Re-
publ cans, 2 Democrats, and Independent
M r. Booth, of California. The division
is practically, without political significance,
and there is no reason TO suppose that par
tisan feeling had any material weight in
the matter ono way or the other. Both ouI
Vermont Senators made speeches in favor
Orjurisdictlon, and in the final ballot voted
in the affirmative.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
Wilmington.

1t is seldom that so many people are
called together TO sympathlze with The be-
reaved as was the case last Tuesday at the
funeral obsequies of the much esteemed
wife of Mr.. Hiram Haskell I'd. The aflec-
tlonate husband has been thrice afflicted
within very short time. Last January
promising son, Is years of age, suddenly
dropped and died. Last week Thursday
another, and the youngest son, babe them
all farewell and left forthe unseen shore"
followed by his mother in two short days.
They were all prepared and willing to go,
but the loneliness of the sorrowing hus-
band and father, and his one remaining
son, can be better imagined than described.
May He who can comfort, sustain them
and give them that peace which the world
can neither give or take away.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

PERsoNAL-JudGe Davis, of the United
States Supreme Court, though not a native
of Vermont, was one of tho early students
of Burr and Burton Seminary at Manches-
ter. From poor boy, depending upon his
own exertions, by dint of hard labor and
perseverance under difficulties, he has
gained very high position.
G. NJ. d. Bloss, the Cincinnati Enquirer
editor who was killed by the cars on Sun.
day night, was Horace Grceley's rival as a
political statislician, and his superior, il
that were possible, in the almost complete
illegibility of his copy 10 the average type
setter. He was native of Derby, VT.
about so years old, and leaves wife and
four children.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

Tho citizens of Jacksonville met on
Wednesday evening, the 3lst ult., for the
purpose of making proper arrangements
for an appropriate celebration of the APP
preaching anniversary of our national in
dependence. 1t being the centennial year
OF our national existence much interest is
added TO this ever memorable day, and the
people of this place and vicinity desire to
celebrate tho day in manner befilting so
interesting an occasion. More particular
information in relation TO the programme
of exercises will be given next week.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

The latest sensation at Washington is a
charge of bribery against Speaker Kerr,
the question at issue being whether Mr..
Kerr did or did not receive $500 for secur-
ing the appointment of Augustus P. Green
of New York, 10 second lieutenancy in
the regular army in 1866. It is a matter of
record that Green was appointed at Mr..
Kerr's recommendation, and both Green
and ex-Doork eeper Harvey testify that the
former paid the latter $500 for securing the
appointment. Harvey afiirms in the most
solemn and circu mstantial manner that he
paid this money over to Kerr, who had
stipulated that il the appointment was
worth anything 10 Green it was worth pay
ing $500 for. Mr.. Kerr, on the other hand,
atfirms with equal posltivsness that he
never had any conference with Harvey and
never received any money from him. The
investigation OF The matter is now in prog
Eess.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

Charley Wheeler had a valuable bar.
ness stolen from his barn last Saturday
night.
The ceremonies on decoration day for
placing flowers on the soldiers graves were
complete and very satisfactory. A large
number OF citizens were in attendance.
Tho Dummerston cornet band, preceded by
members of tho Sunday school carrying
wreaths of flowers, and followed by SOL
diers and the citizens in procession, march
ed from the church to the cemetery, where
the fitting ceremonies were performed in
memory of the honored and heroic dead.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

II is now reported that the surrender of
Winslow by Great Britain is only deferred
until the Government can find a pretext
for making it without awkwardness, pub
lie opinion having gradually arrayed itself
against the position taken by the British
Ministry and in favor of that of our Gov
eminent. The reason why tho British Gov
eminent assumed on this question stand
which it seems probable that it must now
aband OH still remains an inexplicable puz-
zla
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
Grafton.

Decoration day was observed as usual
The procession formed at the town hall
and marched to the grove near the carriage
repository where a supply of comfortable
seats had been furnished. Prayer was of.
fsred by Rev. L. J. Ward, an interesting
address given by Hon. d. Nicolson of Rut-
land, some practical remarks made by
Major Rounds of Chester, and a song adapt
ed to the occasion sung by Messrs. Tenney
Hemmenway and Walker. The process
sion reformed and marched to the ceme-
terry to decorate the graves of tbe soldiers.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

A CURIOUS RAILWAY ACCIDENT.-On
Tuesday of last week mixed train of six
freight and passenger and saloon cars, go
ing west on the Montpelier and Wells Riv-
er railroad, was run into bya couple of cars
loaded with gravel, that had been LEFT five
miles behind for road repairs. There were
four workmen on the latter train. They
wished 10 dump the gravel mile farther
down than the point where they were left,
and the grade being descending, COM
menc0d dropping down, encountering on
the way a push car, which some boys had
placed upon the track and were unable 10
remove in season to prevent a collision.
The push car was smashed and thrown off.
At the same time tho brakes on the two
gravel ears were broken and rendered use
less. The cars rushed down the heavy
grade for five miles, constantly accelerat-
ing their speed, with the four men lying
face down on the gravel. Near the Marsh
field gravel pit they overlook the mixed
train, telescoped and smashed up the sa-
loon car, throwing il of the track into a
ditch, and partially throwing Off the pas
senger car, breaking platform, windows,
etc. There was only boy in the cars.
Conductor G. II. Ferrin was on top of a
freight car, and was thrown from it 10 an
other, stunning, but not seriously injuring
him. Il. Il. Reed, a brakeman, stood be-
tween the saloon and passenger ears, and
escaped with torn clothes and serious, but
not fatal, bruises and scratches. The four
men on the gravel train escaped miracu-
| lousy, their faces white as sheet, but I'M
| injured.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

of The graves took place, detachment be.
ing sent to the Catholic cemetery to deco.
rate tho soldiers graves there. After this
service had been attended to the ranks
were reformed, the Estey Guard fired a
salute and the procession took up its re-
turn march. The ceremonies at the Gene.
terry were witnessed by large gathering
of DpODlp.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

Tuesday was observed all over the North
ern States as Memorial Day, and the cele-
bration seems 10 have been even moro gen.
eral than ever before. Business was sus-
pended 10 a large extent in the principal
towns and cities, and in many cases the
decoration ceremonies were very elaborate.
Gratifying evidence was thus afforded that,
instead OF falling into neglect as the cause
which gave it appointment, this beautiful
commemoration observance gains year.
ly in popularity and in interest.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

VERMONT JUDGES AT THE CENTENNIAL
ExHIBITIoN.-It is understood that in the
list of judges at the Centennial exposition
Vermont has the Jurors on sheep and
horses, the two classes of exhibits in which
this State is tho most interested The ju-
ror on sheep is George Campbell, Esq, OF
Westminster, gentleman of high reputa-
ton as breeder of fine wool sheep, who
took the first premium at the Worlds Fair
at Hamburg. The juror on horses is Col.
L. S. Stowell, of Cornwall, who is amply
qualified for that position.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
On the above basis windham County will be entitled
20 renresentation as follows:
Notice.

The Union Republican voters in the town OF Brat
teboro are requested to meet at their town hall on
Thursday the 18th day OF June inst at Ia O'Clock,
p. m. to transact the folio wing business to wit:
First, To choose chairman to preside at said meet
ing.
Second, To choose six delegates to the State Con-
vonton to be held at Montpelier the 27th Of June
instant.
WILLIAM s. NEwToS,l To,yn
iIi Z! r :; ns1Hf' Committee.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

1t is probable that determined effort
will be made by persons in this country,
claiming 10 be blood relations of the late
A. T. Stewart, to set aside his will and Sc
cure for themselves as heirs-at-law por-
ton of the great estate. The contestants
are reported TO have already engaged able
counsel
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02
TO the Editor ofMe Ye,mont Phqnix ,

7 o Ult I1VTUT U tEt : u WtV1II 7 WtIWfL
The uuwarrantable use of my name in
the article of "W," published in the last
issue of your paper, is calculated TO place
me in position | do not choose TO occupy.
If, as it is assumed, a Governor is protlered
TO this county, a multiplicity of candidates
my prove equivalent 10 a rejection of the
offer. Two prominent candidates have
been in the field from the beginning. Be-
tween them let the electors choose. While
either will do honor 10 the State, it is well
known that my preference is for Mr.. Es-
tey, who seems to be fully identified with
the substantial interests Of our people.
A STODDAUD
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

REVOLUTION IN TURKEY.-The eastern
question took new turn Tuesday, in the
dethronement of Abdul Aziz and the alb
polntment of his nephew, Murad Eiiendi
the hoir-presumptive, as sultan. The
change was made very quietly, and is re-
ceived with evident satisfaction alike
among the Mussulmans and Christians in
Turkey and at The European courts. The
dethrOned sultan is kept under guard in a
kiosqne at the extremity OF the seraglio.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

Mr.. A. r. Baker has bought back the
Broad Brook House from Mr.. Outflow, and
having taken possession of the premises
last Wednesday, is once more installed as
landlord OF this we.l-known hosiery.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

Secretary Robson has prepared what
his friends say is conclusive answer to
the charges made against him by infer
ences from detached masses of testimony
which have been given out from the naval
committee,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1876-06-02

The hearing on the petition of Edward
Crosby and others Us. the town of Brattle-
boro TO cut down the hills and improve the
grades on High and Green streets, took
place in Harmony hall before the commits
sioners appointed by the Windham county
court for this purpose, on Monday, Tues
day and Wednesday of this week. The
gentlemen composing the commission are
o. E. Butterfield, Wilmington, Aurelius
Howard, Tow nshend, Addison Withheld,
Vernon. A large number of witnesses
were examined on both sides, and the case
was submitted without arguments. Has
kins and Stoddard for tho petitioners I;
Field & Tyler for the town.
From one or two brief communications
which appear in our columns this week, it
will be seen that some, at least. Of our ciii-
Eureka daily sentinel. [volume] (Eureka, Nev.) 1871-1887, 1876-05-14

PERsoNAL.-Counselor Thos. Wren
returned last evening from Pogonip,
where he has been attending court for
the last fortnight. He says Judge
Cole will not be over for several days.
Our old friend Fergus O'Leary, of
the firm of Kane q O'Leary, liquor
dealers in San Francisco. arrived on
last evenings Austin stage. Fergus
looks as young and blooming as when
we first knew him, half a century ago,
in Upper Austin.
James Patton left on this mornings
train for Ukiah, California. He re-
ceived telegram that his brother was
dangerously i'll at that place.
Mrs. A. w. Atkinson and daughter
arrived on last nights train, from a
several months visit to San Fran
cisco.
We notice among the departures of
yesterday mornings train the names
of Mrs. d. Mannheim and her sister,
Miss E. Boos, but whether eastward or
westward bound we did not learn.
Joe Grandlemayer, an old-time
White Piner, arrived in town last even
ing from Hamilton. He will return to
Pogonip to-day.
Eureka daily sentinel. [volume] (Eureka, Nev.) 1871-1887, 1876-05-14

RAIN.-The small amount of rain
telling yesterday came opportunely,
a. the dust on the streets was be-
coming disagreeably prevalent. Owing
to the high wind prevailing, the
storm clouds Dor blew away. A good
rain storm would he appreciated now,
although we hope the clerk of the
weather will construe nothing in the
above beyond a request for a moder-
ate shower, and not send us q deluge.
Eureka daily sentinel. [volume] (Eureka, Nev.) 1871-1887, 1876-05-14

LOCAL INTELLIGENCE
RELIGIOUS SERVICES TODAY.

ST. JAMES CHURcH.-Rev. Charles
II. Marshall, rector. Services al
ia. NJ, and 7:30 o'clock p. NJ. Sunday
School at 2 r. NJ. Seats free. All are
cordially invited to attend.
ST. BRESDAN's CHURcH-Rev. j.. ].
Hynes, Pastor. Mass at IL A.. NJ,
and vespers at 1880 p. NJ.
PRESBYTERIAN CHURcH-Rev. j. q.
Della Mstyre, officiating. Services at ii
o'clock A. NJ. aud 1880 o'clock p. NJ.
UNION SABBATH SCHo0L-Meets to-
day at IL o'clock, at the Presbyterian
ahurph
Eureka daily sentinel. [volume] (Eureka, Nev.) 1871-1887, 1876-05-14
BouSp TO pK soLD-To mako room for a

Bound TO BE SoLD-To mako room for a
large stock Of Stationery coming from the
East. Will sell for the next sixty days. AT
COST. $50 reams Of paper, 200 bottles of Ar
bottle; q very largo assortment Of bound
ledgers, daybooks. journals, etc.. cheaper
than you can get them from San Francisco,
and various other articles in the stationery
line toe numerous to mention. Received from
and will sell them 50 per cent. cheaper than
any house in Eureka. Also q very large
amount of Patent Medicines, oil, window
glass. paint and brushes. Come and see for
yourself, and you will be astonished at the
prices. These articles must be sold before /
start for the Centennial
Prescriptions carefully. compounded. Will
prescribe free Of charge for the sick.
L. TERRY, M. d.
ja20f City Drug Store. Eureka. New.