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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
The Final Struggle in the Senate.

THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION DECIDED.
At half-past eleven, the Senate hav-
ing returned, was called to order in its
own chamber. No Senator, not even
those who had signed the objection,
had the audacity to attempt to show
that the elector objected TO was really
ineligible, and in less than ten minutes
the Senate voted, without calling the
ayes and nays, that the vote would be
counted. This vote decided the Presi-
Dental election. The Electoral Com
mission bill provides that unless both
houses unite in rejecting a vote object
ed to the vote shall stand. The Senate
having voted not to reject this vote
from Wisconsin, it was not in the pow
er of the House to reject it, and Ruther-
ford B. Hayes had consequently receiv-
ed one hundred and eighty-fve votes
and was elected. But the Senators,
tired as the most of them were, remain
ed at their posts that they might he
ready to again join the House in Joint
Convention and perfect the glorious
work. 1t was simply question of hui
man endurance against parliamentary
strategy, and the Senators determined
to sit out and fight it out on that line
if it took all night.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
The Way the Victory was Celebrated
at st. Johnsbury.

In response to a call, the citizens came
together at town hall on Monday even
ing, to rejoice over the election of
Hayes and Wheeler. The town hall
was filled with ladies and gentlemen,
and soon after Z o'clock the meeting
was called to order by Walter p. Smith,
Esq, who invited Gov. Horace Fair
banks to preside at the meeting. On
taking the chair, Gov. Fairbanks re-
ferred to the circumstances of President
Lincoln leaving his home at Springfield,
Illinois, in February 1861, and his fare
we'll meeting with his neighbors and
the citizens of that place, and then read
an extract from Mr.. Lincoln's farewell
speech to that assembly, in which he
acknowledged an overriding Power
and touchingly asked the prayers of his
friends and neighbors that he might be
rightly led in the discharge of his re-
sponsible duties. On Thursday last
Gov. Hayes left his home at Columbus
after farewell interview with the citi.
zens of that place, very similar to thai
of Mr.. Lincoln sixteen years ago. The
chairman then read an extract from hi,
farewell address, in which Gov. Hayes
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
SperiaI Hofires.

PASSUMPSIC LODGE, No. 81 f. & A. NJ.
Regular communication Thursday eve on orbefOrt
the full of the Moon. B. L. HASTINGS, Sec.
HASwELL CHAPTER, NO. IL, II. A. NJ
Regular communication, Friday or before the
ull of the moon. s. W. PAGE, Sec'y.
OF all awful night sounds, that of frightfu
cough reverberating through the darkness is the
most saddenng. Would you be spared this inhic
ton and save the life endangered by the complaint
administer HGLeS Honey of HorehOtnd aud Tar
Sold by all druggists. 64-7
Pixies Toothache Drops cure in one minute.
Bronchitis.
From John Flag, Esq, of Bennington, N. II.
Three years since l was very much reduced
with a dreadful cough, which resulted in nronchi
tis affecting severely to render it diff
cult to speak in audible voice. To this was ad
ded severe night sweats and was fearful of going
into decline. After recourse to various remedies
to no purpose, made use of Dr. Wistdrs BGtsdm
of Wild Cherry, few bottles OF which fully re
stored me to health Since that time have ha6
several severe attacks of cough, but the BalsGH
has always removed them. 1 always keep it by
me, and should not know how to do withO ut it"
50 cents and 81 a bottle. Sold by all drug gists
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

down very suddenly. One family bu-
ried three children in one week.
Several of our forward youths re-
moved from the boxes in the P. o. some
pills which had been left there by a
travelling peddler for an advertisement,
dividing them among themselves, and
teasing the smaller boys who had more
wit but were over persuaded to eat
them like so many sugar plums. The
result was several sleepless nights. 1t
was fortunate the result was not more
seriOuS
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Barnet.

Barnet.
A correspondent from this town
writes us about the March meeting
among the Scotchmen: The meeting
was very full, and the excitement ran
high-mOstly on the j. F. Adams case,
The test vote between the parties was
for first selectman, Moses Gilfillan, 3D.,
being the candidate for the Gibson
party and the old board, and John
Morrison was run by the Adams party
and elected by one majority on the
third ballot. The final result was q
new board, and town agent in favor
of il settlement of the suit. 1t is to be
hoped that the muss will be fixed uL
and the cause of the trouble removed
The town voted by small majority tc
accept the report of the selectmen, fol
the reason that they generally thought
it cheaper to pay the bill than to have
law suit with the old board. The
fact that the money was already paiC
by the town, caused a different state o
feeling from what would have existed
if the bill had not been paid. Gibson
was reelected, as there was no one tt
run against him. Peter Lindsey wal
nominated, but withdrew just befor,
the ballot.
A STRANGE Casa little daughte
of Samuel Ramsey living near the "Wal
ter Harvey meeting house," was at
tackled last November, by what til,
doctors called rheumatic fever, whicl
produced intense suffering. In TIN
course of IA few weeks the bones began
to disjoint, until they appeared through
the skin. In this state she continue,
several weeks, when her body began t.
swell. AT last death came to her relief
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

NEW ENGLAND BUSINESS DIRECTORY
FOR IS77.-This old standard work is
now being delivered by the agents of
the publishers, Sampson, Davenport &
Co., Boston. 1t is volume of 1900
pages, and in addition to the names and
business of the business men of each
State in New England, it gives large
amount of other valuable statistics and
information. A good map of New Eng
land is included in the volume
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

STATE OF VERMONT, CALEDONIA DISTRICT SIS
- In Probate Court held at the Probate Office in
st. JOhnsbury, in said district ON the ed day of
Feb. A. d. 1877.
Horace c. Moore Administrator upon the
estate of Thomas f. Moore, late of Bar
net, in said district, deceased, presents his
administration account for examination and al
lowance, and makes application for a decree
Of distribution and partition of the estate of
said deceased.
Whereupon, it is ordered by said Court that said
account and said application be referred to a session
thereof to be held at the Probate Office in ST. Johns
bury, on the 9th day of March, A. ID 1877, for
hearing and decision thereon; and it is further
ordered that notice hereof be given to all persons
interested by publication of the same three weeks
successfully in the CaledOnian newspaper pub
lished at st. Johnsbury, previous to said time ap
pointed for hearing that they may appear at said
time and place, and show cause, If any they may
have why said account should not be allowed, and
such decree made.
By the Court, Attest
HENRY FRENCH, Register.
A true copy of Record, Attest
67-69 HENRY FRENCH, Register
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
The E. D. Hopkins Case.

We have given heretofore the history
of the case as it developed against Mr..
E. d. Hopkins, formerly insurance
agent in this place. We give this week
on the first and second pages-Mr
Hopkins's explanation of certain acts
also the corroborative testimony of his
wife and children. We do this in JUS
tice to a man who may otherwise be
condemned without hearing, or Oh
exparte testimony.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Another Excursion to Boston.

Inc Peoples Railroad have adver-
USED another excursion to Boston, by
way OF the White Mountains, to begin
Tomorrow and last through next week
tickets good ten days after the sale
Fare less than half rates; from St
Johnsbury, $5 down and return Dan
VILE, $3.50; East Hardwick, 1920, etc
This affords another opportunity tc
hear Mr.. Moody, at small expense
Strangers are now admitted to the
tabernacle by ticket, and so are sure
OF a seat. Railroad tickets bought a,
late as next week on Friday, will be
good for all the following week.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
. The news of the election of Hayes

- The news of the election of Hayes
and Wheeler reached st. Johnsbury
early Friday morning, over the wires of
the Western Union. There was no
loud rejoicing, but evident thankful
less and manifest qualification among
the Republicans nor did the Demo
Gratis take the matter hard. They had
had time to become reconciled to the
inevitable, and took their defeat grace
fully.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Accident on the Passumpsic Road.

The Montreal express train north was
thrown from the track this morning, at
Wilder swicth two and One-half miles
south of LyndOnville. The accident
was caused by the breaking of IA target
rod. The passengers and train men
miraculOusly escaped without injury.
The engine and tender went along by
the side of the main line while the bag
gage, passenger, and Pullman cars fol-
lowed along the switch line for few
rods when they turned toward the main
line again. Had they turned the other
way they would have gone down high
embankment. The passenger car stop
ped within four feet of the embank-
ment. The tender lay on its side at a
right angle with the main line. The
engine lay tipped up on its side against
bank. As soon as word could be got
to Lyndonville, another train was made
up, and the passengers and baggage
were carried by after delay of about
two and One-half hours. The telegraph
wire was broken but was Immediately
put in temporary repair.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

AT tea party at the Universalist
Church last Saturday evening, the
parents of the children who took part
in the operetta, gave Mrs. Kinney, their
instructor, a silver ice pitcher.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Temperance Lectures.


The series of temperance lectures by
local speakers, was happily inaugurated
last week on Thursday evening, both
as regards speaker and audience. Rev.
Mr.. Tillotson gave an excellent lecture,
conclusive in argument, interesting in
illustration, with just enough of the
latter to keep the audience interested
to the end. He believes in striking at
the root of the matter, and stopping
the manufacture of intOXicants. His
illustration of the tree which bore the
deadly fruit, was so to the point as to
be seen and appreciated by all. The
hall was well filled by ladies and gen
tlemen. The next lecture is this eve
ming, by Mr.. S. H. Bracket; subject,
"Alcohol."
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

March meeting was not so fully at
tended in this town as usual, and the
business was all dispatched in about
two hours. The town keeps its old
clerk and treasurer, without a dissent
ing voice two of its former board OF
selectmen; two of the old listers the
collector, who collects the taxes at one
per cent; the former overseer, etc.
The selectmen and listers were ballOted
for, the other officers elected viva vo ce.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Harriages.

~ Marriages and Deaths inserted free.
Obituaries, sic cents line.
In Peacham, February, %, by Rev. A. W. Wild,
Mr.. j. Clark Higgins, of st. Jehnsbury and Miss
Bessie B. Farrow of Peacham.
At the residence of Walter Abbott Esq, West
Barnet, March l. by the Rev. j. Service assisted by
the Rev D. C. Faris Mr.. VIM. S. Orr, of Groton
to Miss Maggie A. Abbott, of West Barnet
At Lancaster, N. H. Feb "a, by Rev. c. E. Har
rington Mr. Edward Wilson of St Johnsbury and
Miss Bethia B. Reed of Lunenburg
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
CATARRH.

From George w. Shattuck, Esq, late Foreign
Entry Clerk, Boston Custom House.
GentIensen,-I have been troubled with Catarrh
for several years. but by the of your remedy it
has been greatly relieved. This summer 1 have
been entirely free from it. make use of it in my
family for colds in the head and find it effectu
al remedy l can conf emily recommend it to all
who are similarly afflicted.
Very truly yours,
October &C. 1874. GEO W. SHATTUCK.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
PERS EVERE
In the use of this remedy until cured.
contains the great healing dement's
of plants in their essential
form as obtained by

ulSlliIdliOU.
Catarrh in its extent and destructive force,
stands next to Consumption. and is closely allied
to it, for in certain constitutions the transition
from one to the other is only question of time
1t is therefore singular thing that those afflicted
with it should not make it the object of their lives
to rid themselves of it, A single bottle of any
remedy cannot, in the chronic stage effect a cure
even bring the system under its influence fully.
In many such cases the bones and cartilage of the
nose eaten away, the organs of hearing, of
seeing and of tasting, affected to be rendered
useless, the uvula so elongated and in1amed as to
produce a constant and distressing cough The
return to health must necessarily be slow, under
the most favorable circumstances when so serious
ly afflicted but the evidence of its great value
daily comes to hand we become more and more
satisfied that there does not exist of Catarrh
that cannot be cured by judicious and persistent
use of SG1yordS Radical Cure for OataTrh. The
relief in every obtained from the first dose is
an indication of what it will do when the system
brought cOnstitutiOnally under its influence.
SaTtOrd's Radical Cure is sold by all wholesale
and retail druggists throughout the United States.
Price ST.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
FARM FOR SALE

The farm formerly known as the JOSEPH
HILL farm situated one mile east of the will ge OF
St. Johnsbury and within mile of graded school.
For description and TERMS apply to the sub
scribers near the premises.
JOHN HIGGINS g. SONS.
St JOhnsbury March T. 1871 67-69A
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

Rev. o. Roys, of the Free Baptist
church, rendered his resignation last
Sabbath but we understand that the
church are likely to induce him to re-
main by giving him months vacation
for rest, and perhaps more salary also.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

The day following the widow John
Clark's death, the remains of a niece OF
hers Miss Olive Barker-were brought
here from another state for burial. Miss
Barker lived in Mrs. Clark's family in
this place for many years.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
To School superintendents.

School superintendent should bear
in mind the change of their county
meeting, from the ''third Tuesday in
March," to "the first Tuesday in April"
This change of time was made by the
last Legislature, (see public acts, No.
50, to avoid the uncertainty heretofore
existing as to who should attend the
meeting
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
lrahs.

In this village March 6, Lois widow of the late
Dea John Clark, aged SO years.
At Greensboro Bend, March 5, of diptheria, Mar
tin, only son of T. C. Batchelder, aged IL
In Waterford at the residence of her son-in-law
N. Moreau, Feb. 81, Asenath, wife of Timothy
Weymouth, aged 10.
In Lunenburg Feb &C. Reuben Lamson, of old
age, aged 7s,-the first death in town since last
September.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

The sudden swearing in of Gov.
Hayes as President, on Saturday night,
was owing, it is said, to word sent by
the secret service officers at New York,
that Tilden and his friends were pre-
pairing some secret move. 1t was ac-
cordingly thought best that Mr.. Hayes
should take the oath, so that there
should not be any interregnum.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

This is the first time that the Gale
DOMAIN ever announced the election of
a President of the United States, and
had his inaugural in the same issue.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

The annual meeting of the Y. NJ. c..
A. is at their rooms Saturday evening
next. All members are desired to be
present.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

Next week Thursday, temperance
addresses by Walter p. Smith and H. G..
Bates, Esqrs.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

"A small son of Peter Laird was con-
siderably injured while coasting, on
Wednesday. He was insensible when
carried into the house. We have not
learned the result of his injuries.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Bradford.

Bradford
The Connecticut River Valley Musical
Association held a four-days' conven-
ton at Bradford, beginning Tuesday,
Feb. 81, and closing Friday, March 2,
with two grand concerts Thursday and
Friday evenings. The convention was
under the direction of Mr.. E. C. Smith
of Laconia, N. H., assisted by c. F.
Stone, basso; Mrs. B. Munsey, Mrs. F.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

The International Telegraph Co. is
getting weather probabilities these days
For to-day they read: Middle and
Eastern states, N. E. to S. E. winds
rising barometer, increasing cloudiness
and stationary or lower temperature.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

THE STATE WORKHoUsE.-Gov. Fair
banks has appointed Gen. w. w. GrOut,
of Barton Hon. Albert Clarke, of st.
Adams, and Hon. N. P. Simons, of
Rutland, committee for the establish
ment and construction of a workhOuse,
under the act of the last Legislature.
These are excellent selections. The
workhouse will be in Rutland county.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

Remember the temperance lecture
tonight at town hall, by Mr.. Bracket,
OF the Academy. Commences at 1880.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Wheelock.

Wheelock.
A little two years old child of Robert
Ranney, while playing in part of the
house away from the rest of the family,
came across a bottle of cedar oil, and
thinking it to be something good, drank
nearly all of it. Medical aid was i'm
mediately called, and the child was
saved from what seemed for while
certain death.
We hope to see a rush to the anti
quarian supper next Monday evening.
The Ladies' Society have voted to
use their money now in the treasury,
amounting to some over sixty dollars,
for books to replenish the Sabbath
school library.
The Y. NJ. C. A. have organized in
this village, and have decided to hold
their meetings Friday evenings for the
present. We hope to see great good
come from this organization.
Mrs. Fisher has moved into Ira BOWS
house, in this village.
George Barber, while removing the
blocks from a saving machine last
week, got two of his fingers badly cut.
The singing school under Mr.. VIM.
Hart, will close with two days con-
ventiOu and concert, on the 18th and
18th.
Diphtheria is prevailing to a consid-
cradle extent in the west part of the
town, and several have been stricken
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

complete History of the Centennial by James
D. McCabe author of centennial history of the U.
&c. For sale by subscription. 1t contains s74
pages and over 300 illustrations. Price $3.50
Extra binding s4.OO. Apply in person or by letter
to
VIM A CONSTANTINE,
67-69 Passumpsic, Vt.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
LIBERATION.

This certifes that have given my sOn,-ClaytOn
p. Harroun-his time during the remainder of his
minority, and shall neither claim his earnings nor
pay his debts after this date.
ISAAC c. HARBOUR.
ST. JOhnsbury, March 6, 1877. 67-69
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Modern Japan,

Mr.. Spencer R. BOnnell, who has
taught two years in Japan, will prob
ably be in st. Johnsbury shortly, to
lecture on the country, people, and Gus
toms. This lecture is warmly approx
ed by those who have heard it, and he
comes well recommended from Andover
Theological Seminary.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
Ryegate.

Ryegate.
The Reformed Presbyterian Society
of South Ryegate, of which Rev. j. II.
Kendall is pastor, have bought piece
OF land between the church and the late
Robert Cochran estate, on which they
propose to build hall.
The funeral of Miss Eliza Parks, who
died of consumption on Sunday, was
held at the church on Tuesday, and was
was largely attended, Rev. Mr.. Kendall
officiating.
The friends of Mrs. George Rhodes
of Ryegate Corner, made him a surprise
visit on the evening of Valentines day,
Feb. Ia, and after spending the evening
pleasantly, left many substantial tokens
of their friendship.
Mrs. NJ. R. Gray left last week ia
visit her daughter, Mrs. Wiley, in New
York.
w. j. Gibson was quite seriously hurt
one day last week, by being pushed OIL
knocked down by horse.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

1t is a good time for gratitude, but
A poor time for immoderate exultation.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

The Passumpsic road follows in the
wake of the Peoples line, and gives re-
duced rates to Boston.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

Both President Taylor and Presi-
dent Hayes were inaugurated on Mon
day, the 5th day of March.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

The binding will be ready to de-
liver Tomorrow. Come and take it.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

"A little deaf and dumb daughter of
Mrs. Pearl, came near being seriously
injured on Thursday of last week She
was sliding near South Hall, when a
student was driving into the yard.
They neither of them saw each other
until too late to avert the collision.
The girl slid between the horses heels
and the sleigh runner, and was dragged
along in that position but fortunately
there was no very serious injury sus-
tanned.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

The report of the Superintendent
of schools will be found on the fourth
page.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
DRESS MAKING.

ADA BOUDOIN has taken rooms in Princes
new store on Eastern Avenue and will do Dress
making and plating of all kinds. Also will sew
| in families if desired. 67-79*
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
CHAMBER TO RENT.

The room over l. b. GORHAMS Boot and Shoe
store occupied for the last years by Miss Carr
for Dress Making, will be vacated this week
next Enquire of
LB. GORHAM. &c
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09
REID,S FRESH FLOWER SEEnS

including Pansy and yerbena, for 25 cts.
IA Choice varieties and The Tribute, so cts Veg
etable Seeds substituted if preferred.
Mention this paper. W. H. REID.
$40 Rochester, n. Y.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1877-03-09

The st. Adams correspondent of
the Boston Journal has it ''from the
very best authority" that President
Grant did not intend to nominate a
person for the United States Judgeship
in Vermont; but that the appointment
will he left to President Hayes, and
Judge Poland will receive the appoint
ment.