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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

ALL ABOUT POLITICAL MEETING AT NORTH
DERRY, WHEREIN TWO GREAT DEMOCRATIC
LIGHTS FROM BBATTLEDoRo INSTRUCTED AND
EDIFIED % THE PEOPLE.
The greatest iiZzle of the campaign oc-
CURED Mt the north village last Saturday even
ing, under the auspices of the unterrfed
Democracy. Mr. Alvord was advertised to
speak, but failed to put in an appearance, and
Charles, the DtJdntr boy with fellow by
the name Of Kirwan, from Brattleboro, came
up and addressed the large audience q 40 men,
women and children, by actual COUNTY, com
posed principally Of Republicans The speak
ers succeeded admirably in disgusting the few
Democrats present and amusing the Republi
cans. The burden of the speeches was to
the effect that the Republicans, having sue
ceoded in stealing the farer portions of Yer
mont high and dry, were now preparing, un-
der the leadership of j. L. Martin and Jim"
Tyler, to make a raid upon the corn bins of
Stratton. Can't Willard Shepard keep them
of They were very fortunate in bringing
proof of their charges with thcm-they prov
ed them 10y each other Krwan would say in
his rich brogue, "And isn't it so, Mishter
DavenpOrt!" and 'Mishter' Davenport would
say, 1T is SO! - After the speeches the COM
pany repaired 10 the hotel, where they were
entertained by the Londonderry drum corps,
which was returning from the Republican
proposed for the Garfield and Arthur band
and given with hearty will, when white
vest appeared ON the stoop representing one
of the speakers, who proposed three cheers
for Hancock and English The gallant and
| rcdoubtable Pete" who votes as he shot,
said Not by n id sight and they didn't
not peep. The speaker, now thoroughly
| disguised, repaired TO the bar-room, only to
be met in this way Are you the editor of
| ths RcformorI' Yes. sir" "Well l wish
to settle up with you, and stop your paper
coming to me- This play was gone through
with several times and Charles was glad to
escape that crowd. Sorry, Charles, very sor-
ry; but, really, our people don't take to your
ways-and then they all have q remembrance
of your opposition TO our railroad. Strange,
but people will do so. Now we didn't serve
your Grandmother so. When that good old
lady came up here this summer, our people
seemed really to respect her and when she
went away gave hen number of new sub
scribers g.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

cd TO the sound Of martial music to the grove
near the residence Of John Stowe, and previ-
Gus TO the speeches T.. Gorham, Esq, pre-
scented the following resolutions which were
unanimously passed whereas, Hon. John
H. Flagg Of New York, native and former
citizen OF Wilmington, has presented to this
club Republican campaign banner, there
fore, RcSOlgcd, that we accept with pleasure
the beautiful banner and tender to the gen
erous and patriotic donor our sincere thanks
therefor Res0iUod, that we send kindly
greeting to our honored friends, with the as
surance that we remain steadfast to the ira
ditions and true to the principles of the Re
publican party, and hereby pledge our united
efforts to use all honorable means to roll up a
grand old-fashioned Republican majority at
the approaching elections Col. Haskins
then spoke at some length, reviewing the
history of the Democratic party, and was fol
lowed by Judge Poland, who made some tell
ing hits which were warmly applauded. At
the close of the speeches the president of the
club, o. l.. Butterfeld, ESD, called for three
cheers for the speakers and three for the can
didatos, which were given with will. There
is no doubt but that Wilmington will give her
usual Republican majority, though the Dem
ocrats are using the most earnest efforts to
secure votes. On Wednesday evening Han.
cock and English flag was unfurled with
cheers and boom of cannon. Ono OF the
good Democrats was afraid the Republicans
would spike their gun. 1t is not that party
which does such business brotherl
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

mention, were two elegant rosewood chairs,
upholstered with rich brocade silk, which
were made TO order costing, about 500 each.
and were presented, one to Mr. Holland from
l.. l.. Merrifeld ESD, of New York, and the
other to Mrs. Holland from their son, Chas.
Holland, also of New York About $50 in
gold coin, beside many valuable silver pres
ents, and numerous other articles both useful
and ornamental, were among the presents be-
slowed. Rev. DIR. Porter presented the gifts
in behalf of the guests in his usual easy and
interesting way upon such occasions. AT the
close of the presentation remarks S. ID. Wins
low, I'd, responded in behalf of the bride and
groom, after which all were invited to one of
the best Now England cooked dinners, which
was prepared under the special superintend-
ence of Mrs. Henry @. Holland, and seemed
to be hugely enjoyed by about so hungry
guests who partook of it in the grove near the
house. The pleasure of the occasion will
long be remembered by those who enjoyed
il.
Last Sunday morning there were 40 in
attendance at the Congregational church. In
the evening there were between 40 and so,
nearly all young people. 1t seems from the
reports of your correspondent Nv" OF 40 as
the average attendance at the Congregational
church, and of your correspondent * of
at the Baptist church, that about 800 differ
ent persons attend church in this part of the
town alone. Now, as the total number of in
habtants in town is only 1882 it seems that
about one-thrd of the entire population at
tend these two churches regularly, while the
people in the north part of the town mostly
either attend church at Grafton or South
Windham, and those living in the west part
of the town attend church in their own vii
lage. Such readers of The PHOENIX as spent
n portion of the summer in town, but have
now returned to their homes in different parts
of the country, who, while here, attended
these churches, will be good judges of the
correctness of the above statements, while
your correspondents will doubtless be glad of
actual counts in the future of the attendance
at these two places of worship in Townshend.
Next Sunday evening the pastor of the
| Congregational church will commence n So
ries of lectures upon tho young men mention
| ed in the Bible These lectures will be high
ly interesting and profitable to young Indies
and gentlemen, and it is hoped large num-
Der Of such will avail themselves of this op.
portunity for instruction in Bible history.
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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03
BULLDOZING IN VERMONT

Il IrUHLICAN TOECHLIGHT PROCESSION MoDBRD
AT RUTLAND-FLAG TORN DOWN AT DENNING-
TON.
Tho most outrageous affair which has ever
occurred in connection with our Vermont
politics took place in Rutland last Saturday
evening. On that evening n Republican raj
" was held, which was followed by u torch
hight proce ssion. When the procession reach
ed the Herald and Globe office, a halt was
called and three hearty cheers were given for
the newspaper. In response TO tins act OF
courtesy Mr.. Lucius Bigelow, the editor, was
called upon to make n speech. He assembled
a temporary ros,rum on the sidewalk. Be
fore his introduction was uttered, drove Of
Democratic hoodlums who had gathered in Il
mass on the outskirts of the Boys in Blue, -
began hootiug and yelling in true rebel fash
ion Mr.. Bigelow stopped q moment, and,
when the yClls died down again. attempted TO
speak. The yolls were repeated. Mr.. Bigc-
low appealed TO the mob for fair treatment
and freedom Of speech, and again tried 10
speak. His appeal was diaregardcd, and lie
was again interrupted This disgraceful in
terruption occurred five separate times, when
Mr.. Bigelow simply thanked the Boys in
Blue, " and retired, unable TO say word that
could be heard, on account of the shouting,
ten feet away. The Boys in Blue" were
under OuulThDle ulScllnnti OF lItIt NOulu
certainly have been n riot. They spread out
into the crowd and tried all peac,able means
to keep them quiet, but could make no i'm
precision. A word from the officers woult
have procipitated whirlwind that woulC
have swept the entire drove out Of the street
but tho officers refused TO give the word, pre-
ferrng insult ard interruption TO riot. M
merous arrests have been made and severn
parties have been bound over for trial fol
participation in the outrage.
In Bennington the same evening the Re
publicans raised fine banner costing eighty
five dollars and bearing the portraits of Gar
field and Arthur. 1t disappeared during thu
night, and consequently there was great ex
element there Sunday morning, and rewards
were offered for the detection of the perpe
traitors. Later in the day it was found an'
two Democratic strikers put in Jail. 1t j
| gratifying for the honor of our State, that III
decent Democrats there dCnounce the outrage
and that many joined in the search.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03
That jamaica Conver, to Hancock.

Last weeks Reformer says, in Wardsboro
item, that A. r. Wood Of Jamaica, well-to-
do farmer, formerly Republican, is going
to vote for Hancock which is supposed 10
be correct as far as voting for Hancock is
concerned; but if he is "well-to-do farmer, -
God pity the poor! He is going to vote for
Hancock because he gave him furlough,
but does he consider that he would have had
no need of furlough if it hadn't been for
Hancock's friends
To offset Mr.. Woods vote, there is a life
long Connecticut Democrat in the same school
district who has become ashamed of the com
pany he has been in and now proposes to
vote for Garfield. This last mentioned voter
drinks cold water. Y.
Jamaica, Vt, Sept. ., 1880
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

The meeting of the Garfield and Arthur
club in Academy hall, Monday evening, was
largely attended by both sexes, showing by
their presence and otherwise their interest in
the political issues of the day. The club was
addressed by Howard f. Wolcott Esq, Of
Jamaica, and Hon. A. Stoddard of this town.
The singing by the glee club was excellent.
1t is hoped large number will attend the
meeting of the club next Monday evening, as
that is the last that can be held before the
State election.
The Republican rally in the park last
Saturday afternoon was large, enthusiastic
gathering of intelligent ladies and gentlemen
from this and the towns around. Judge Po-
land spoke for over an hour in his strong
argumentative style, carrying conviction as
to the right and the duty of every Republi-
can in the coming State election and great
national contest. Among the important points
made by the Judge was his clear and concise
showing that the State and national expenses
under Republican rule have no more than
| kept pace with the times and that, especial
| ly in our State affairs, there has been an en-
| tire absence of extravaganza, and, in most
matters, the most rigid economy has been
practiced. Hon. L. l.. Waterman of Jamaica
| and Hon. b. ID. Harris of Brattleboro, also
addressed the assembled crowd, clinching ev
cry nail driven by the Judge and left un
clinched by him.
| The home of Mr.. and Mrs. Il. j. Hol
land was visited at an early hour, last Friday
by their children, relatives and invited
friends, who met to celebrate the golden wed
ding of the aged bride and groom who hav'
lived in their present residence during mos
of the ffty-one years of their welded life
The presents were very numerous and valua
BILE, and showed a wise choice in their selec
ton. Among the gifts. and worthy of specia
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

On Thursday morning of last week a COW
belonging to Geo. Redfeld, while on her way
to pasture, was hooked by another COW and
showed down the steep bank near the will
liams bridge, some 30 or 40 feet, on to the
rocks below, where she remained several
hours, and was with difficulty drawn up by
pulleys, and is still alive.
r. Morton Sherman returned from his
western tour on Tuesday, 3lst.
Rev. S. A. Davis of Hartford, Conn,
will preach in the Universalist church next
Sunday at / O'Clock a. III.
Our school house hall was filed last Sat
urday evening as we have seldom seen it, by
people many Of whom came from a distance
TO hear the address of Col. Haskins on the
political questions of the day. Col. II. spoke
in his usually clear and pointed manner and
was listened TO with close attention The
Republicans Of Newfane are not expecting to
make converts TO their political faith Ohere
are no doubtful voters here, but they are
expecting to allow the women and children to
look after home matters next Tuesday.
-Messrs. Hoyt 4 Timson have commenced
the manufacture of apple jelly.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

The Republican voters of the town of
Dummerston are requested to meet at the hall
over the post office in West Dummerston on
Saturday Sept. It'll, 1880, at o'clock p. NJ,
for the purpose of nominating town repre-
sentatives, justices and town committee.
S. w. WILSON, Town Committee.
In compliance with request for full
particulars concerning the cattle disease" in
this town, We sought information from sew
eral persons who, we learned, were acquaint-
ed with the facts. 1t appears that five cattle
have died that were pastured on land owned
by VIM. Robinson, about two and one-half
miles north of Dummerston Centre. Two of
the cattle were owned by Mr.. Warwick, liv-
ing on the "Houghton place" in Putney, two
belonged to Mr. Holland and one TO John
Lowell. Mr.. Warwick stated to one man,
whom we inquired Of, that his cattle were
killed by lightning Mr., Lowell thinks his
steer lost its life by fighting, but may have
been somewhat diseased on account of being
in the pasture with those of Mr.. Holland,
whose cattle died of murrain. 1t is certain
that five cattle are dead, and two, at least
died of murrain. II has been stated that al
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

day morning, and in the evening Mr.. W. T..
Lewis, State Secretary Y. NJ 9. A. of Wis
consin will conduct gospel meeting. Rev
+. II. Kerfoot ID. D., of Baltimore, Md.
will preach at the Baptist church, and Rev
W. 4. Brantley, d. D., of Baltimore, Md,
will preach at the Congregational church in
the morning. Prominent laymen will conduct
gospel meetings in each of tho churches in
the evening. These are men of note now in
attendance upon Mr.. Moody's ovangelistic
meeting at Mortified, Mass.
Hon Benjamin o. Tyler of Trenton,
n. j., brother of Hon. J. NJ. Tyler of this
village and VIM. Tyler of Guilford, died very
suddenly ut the residence of the latter on
Thursday morning. Judge Tyler had come
up to the old farm for a few days recreation,
aud had been in his usual health since his ar
rival. On Thursday morning, however, he
complained of n pain in the left side and arm,
and remained in bed. Later in the morning,
on sitting up to take draught of warm water,
which he thought might relieve him, he sud
denly fell back, and in five minutes was dead
Judge Tyler was n man of strong and admi-
rabe character and was held in high esteem
by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and
two children.
Our Bellows Falls guests were evidently
pleased with the Republican demonstration
in which they participated ON Thursday
evening of last week. The Times of this
week says; "Indeed, the boys do not tire of
telling of the wonderfully good time they had,
which is what would have been expected of
the good people of Brattleboro when they
undertake public enterprise. The torch
light parade, with the Bellows Falls and Brat
tloboro bands, the grand illumination of
buildings, houses and decorations, all tell the
story of brilliant time. But most of all dc
our boys smile out loud when they tell of
that transparency in which GRANDMOTHER
PHOENIX is administering vigorous maternal
discipline to her recalcitrant grandson The
fact is, the Brattleboro Republicans beat al
the State, in this campaign, in lively apprecia
ton of the situation
THE TARGET PRACTICE AT OAK GROVE BANGl
LAST SATURDAY.
A variable wind interfered somewhat will
the practice, but some excellent records wer
made, and on the whole the shooting wa
very even. Howe and Lamb woro tied TO
the medal but under the Creedmoor rules
was taken by the former
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

On Thursday night of last week, Mr. Ell
lery Wilder discovered that his barn was on
fire. 1t being in the night, but very little
help could be got. His wagon and some fur
niture was saved, but all the buildings-barn,
shed, and large brick dwelling house-were
destroyed, with about 80 tons of hay and a
large quantity of farming tools. The fire is
supposed to have been the work of an ineen-
diary, and Seaman Witherell was arrested on
suspicion, but, as nothing could be proved
against him, he was discharged. The build
iugs were insured.
On Friday, Aug. ~, Emery Briggs was
seriously hurt by runaway team. His hip
was broken, and doubts are felt rs to his re-
cOvery.
Mrs. Alkaline Walker was severely injured
by an ugly sheep which knocked her down
last week, but it is hoped her injuries may
not prove serious.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

Gen. Grant made little speech at Galona,
the other evening, when he said that it had
never yet happened that he had been able to
vote the Republican presidential ticket but
81 will pledge you my word tonight" he
said, that if am spared, although shall
be at some distance from you on the second
day of November, shall return 10 Galena to
cast one Republican vote for President of the
United States, and hope the city of Galena
will cast a round Republican vote, such as it
has never cast before"
The Post Office Department during the last
fiscal year collecte d $25s, sos, 500, with the
loss but Sl299 The records of the post
office service do not show parallel in regard
to carefulness of administration.
A party afflicted with chronic troubles
always wants change.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03
The National Prospect as Seen From -
New York Standpoint.

Never in any political campaign of the last
two decades was the prospect of great Re
publican victory so well assured AZ at this
moment. The indications are, indeed, so
plain that he who runs may read with un-
swerving certainty the signs of the day, and
sec with clear vision the coming event that
casts its cheering shadow before the nation.
Vermont always loyal, always true to the
great trust reposed in her freemen as the Gus
todians of free government, will be the
first to record the final doom of Democracy,
but her verdict will hardly have its due weight,
SO accustomed has the nation become to Yer
mont's unvarying, unwayering verdict in be-
half of free speech and a free ballot. Next
comes Maine, which in recent years has been
debatable ground, but all the information at
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

The fall term of the village schools will
begin next Monday. The higher department
will be taught by Miss Eta NJ Hobart of
Londonderry, and the primary department by
Miss Annie l.. Grout of West Brattleboro.
J. p Robinson is making quite extensive
repairs on his house.
II. II. FELTON, is repairing his saw-mill,
and o. c. Flint is putting new wator-whcol
in his grist-mill.
The saw-mill at Pixies Falls, together
with about 5000 feet OF lumber, WAS burned
last Saturday night. 1t was well insured.
The fire is supposed to have been inccndiary.
Mrs. VIM. II. H. Holton and family, and
Mrs Morse and Mrs. Wyman and their daugh-
tiers, left for New York Wednesday morning.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

1t is expected that K Huslsins Esq, will
address the Republicans of Putney upon the
political issues of the day, on Saturday even
ing next, at the town hall, and it is hoped that
all who can, in this and adjoining towns will
come out and hear him. The Democrats are
especially invited.
Rev N. d. Parsons will preach in the
town hall next Sunday evening the 9TH inst
services to commence at O'Clock. Subject,
"Our Day and its Work, in which the evils
of the day will be considered, and our duty
towards suppressing them. The public are
cordially invited. Good singing will BIO fur.
nshed.
The Republicans will hold caucus early
on Saturday evening for nominating cAndi
date for town representative. w
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

Tho town hall was packed full last Tues
day evening, to hear Hon j. l.. Martin and
Hon. g. Is. Eddy speak on the political issues
Of the State aud Nation. Prots. Markham and
Scovill sang number of patriotic and stir
ring songs The delegation of Rockingham
Guards, numbering about 80, with torches and
Roman candles, were met by the Westminster
cornet band and escorted to the hall. A torch
light delegation also arrived from Gagevlle.
It was the largest and most stirring political
meeting which has been held in Westminster
since the war.
A new house is soon to be erected in
place Of the Hills house. l.. c. Richard.
son has the contract.
What was the trouble with the correspon-
dent OF the w. &. H. at the Republican rally
Tuesday night
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

-Frosts appeared Aug. 10th and 9th.
The apple yield proves better than was
expected in the early part of the season.
Farmers arc cutting good crop of
rowen.
Many of our citizens have visited Lake
Pleasant this season.
Joseph Goodnow is repairing his house.
The fifteenth anniversary of the marriage
of Obod Fairbanks and wife was celebrated
on Saturday, Aug. 18th There was large
attendance, many presents and interesting
exercises.
A fishing party recently visited Sadawga
Lake, and Mrs. Gustavus Foster of Boston
caught pickercl that weighed over two
pounds. L.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

Hons. f. l.. Waterman and II. F. Walcott
of Jamaica spoke to a house full of enthusi-
astic Republicans in this place on Tuesday
evening of last week, on the political issues
of the day.
B. A. Kingsbury and C. P. Rawson have
snapped farms, and are TO move as soon Rs
they gather their crops.
We need larger and more commodious
school house in Rawsonvile as the district is
large and there are a good many gatherings
that cannot be well accommodated in so small
house as the present one.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

died Of that disease Some think the cat
tie were made sick by not having good wa
ter in the pasture to drink on account Of dry
weather. The only place where the cattle
could get water was in a mud-hole, and this
the mire
We attended the Republican meeting
at West Dummerston last Saturday night L.
X. Fuller made the opening speech and spoke
candidly and effectively in regard to the situa-
ton of political affairs in the Nation. L. W.
Stoddard spoke earnestly about state and
county matters. Young MIR. Highly stated his
reasons for active work in the political field,
and b. ID. Harris made nm application of the
more important truths discussed.
ID. l.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

The Manchester q Kcene railroad has at
last been put in condition fit for operation,
and by an arrangement between the Connec-
ticut River, the Ashuelot and the trustees of
the Manchester and Keene companies the
Connecticut River road will do all the freight
and passenger business Of the Manchester
and Kecno road at Keene. and will furnish
the trustees with rolling stock, etc, for the
operation of the road. Superintendent Mul
lgan of the River road las been made the
agent OF the trustees, and began running reg
uar trains on Wednesday.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-09-03

There will be no preaching at the Congre-
gational church next Sunday, the pastor, Rev.
Il. j. Ward, being absent.
Tho Republican rally and Aag-raising last
Friday was well attended Speeches were
made by Hon. j. NJ. Tyler, Hon. b. d. Har-
ris and l.. NJ Read, Esq.
The Republicans met at the town hall on
Monday evening, to organize u Garfield and
Arthur club. l.. s. Walker was chosen pres
ident. and G.. d. French secretary. Hon. j.
l.. Butter6eld, Hon. Chas. Barrett, Rev. A.
N Woodruff and L. S. Walker Esq, address
ed the meeting 4.