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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

Are those whom confirmed tendency to biliouaness
subjects to the various and changeful symptoms in
dieative OF liver complaint. Nausea, sick headache
constipation, furred tongue an unpleasant breath, a
du or sharp pain In the neighborhoOd of the affected
organ, impury Of blood and loss Of appetite signal
ne II as one OF the most distressing, It is Of the
most common, OF mal1dies. There is, however, be-
nign specific for the disease and all its unpleasant
manifestations II is the ony OF the
public and the medical profession, that Hostetters
Stomach Bitters is medicine which achieves resuita
speedily felt, thorough and benign. Besides rectify-
ing liver disorder it invgOrates the feeble oonquers
valescence OF those recovering from enfeebling dis
cases Moreover, 1t is grs nd SPECIFIC for fever and
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

Apples are now going forward to the Eng
llsh markets by the several routes in very
large quantities, thus tending to relieve the
home markets from the extreme pressure of
stock resulting from the extraordinary yield
OF this years crop. The regular steam lines
hence for Great Britain report contracts for
shipment the first week of this month, for
Liverpool, nearly $4,000 barrels; Glasgow,
about COCO barrels, and London 1900 barrels,
generally at the previous rate of freight of
rs. per barrel
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
NOMMIssIONERs NOTICE.


Theundersgned hA wing been appointed by the Hon.
Probate Court for the District of Marlboro Com
mssoners to receive, examine and adjust all claims
aud demands Of all persons against the estate Of Tru
man Dix, late Of Nottingham in said district deceas-
ed, aud all claims exhibited in OFFSET thereto here
by give notice that will meet for the afore
said at the htedw cling house Of the deceased in said
Nottingham, on the 10th day OF January and 2sth day
OF May, next, from ten O'Clock A. N. until four
from the 23d day OF December A. D. 1880 Is the time
limited by said court for said creditors to
claims to us for examination and allowance,
1881. ~ a. ~
H. B. BALLoU, (o
ABRAHAM CHASE, COMMENSURATE
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
Fine Thing for the Teeth.

Fragrant soZoDoNr is composition OF the purest
and choicest ingredients Of the oriental vegetable
kingdom. Every ingredient is well known to have Il
beneficial effect on the teeth aud gums Its embAlm-
ing or antiseptic property and aromatic fragrance
makes 1t toilet luxury SOZODONT removes all dis
agreeable odors from the breath caused by catarrh
bad teeth ETC. It is entirely free from the injurious
and acrid properties OF tooth pastes and powders,
which destroy the enamel. One bottle lasts six
months.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

"Ths effect Of the Coca borders upon the marvel
Gus, and II not clearly authenticated by scientists of
undOubted veraeity would be altogether beyond be-
lief, says DR.. VIM. 8. Searle, Brooklyn, n. Y.
"Gives more tone than anythingI have ever used
or prescribed, says Prof H. Goullon NJ. D., Physi-
clan TO the Grand Duke Of Saxony, knight of the
Iron Cross, etc,
1t is invaluable IN head affections, weakened mem
DRY, dizziness, determination Of blood to the head,
sick aud nervous headache.
And is highly beneficial in pApitAton OF the heart
and other forms OF heart disease, in neuralgia, drop
steal affections, paralysis, etc.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
LOOK HERE!

LNXPECTIHG that my strawberry held will claim
~ my time for few years, offer for rent one Of
the most pleasant and convenient stores in the county
And not only is 1t pleasant situation but to man Of
the right stamp hne class of ready-pay customers
are assured. viii sell my goods to whoever rent TO-
they 80 desire or, II the store is not rented soon
to close out before next summer, offer for sale my
large and varied stock Of goods at from to as per
cent. below my usual selling price. Come one, come
ALL and the bargains have to offer In Dress Goods
Hats and Caps, Clothing, Crockery, etc, etc.
Also, for sale this fall and spring quantity Of
the celebrated Creseet Seeding" strawberry plants
nne, strong roots, at dollar a hundred. This is
one Of the moot prodigious bearerswe have.
A. r. PIERCE.
West Townshend, VT, oct. is, 1880. "a
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
NEW LONDON NORTHERN RAILROAD

TRAINS LEAVE BRATTLEPoRo AS FOLLOWS:
Going south.
ago 3. m. for South Vernon, Springfield, Miller't
Fails Fitchburg, Boston, and all stations on the
New London Northern railroad. Sundays, only
connects for Springfield. Mondays, starts from
Millera Falls, leaving there at C :O5 \. m.
1000 q. IN, for Conn. River Il. R., hillerB Falls
Fitchburg, Boston, Hoosac Tunnel &c.
t:25 p. m steamboat train for New London and also
for Conn, River r. X.
Going North.
TrAinsarrive in Brattleboro-
1926 a. m, from New London and New York.
II ;23 p m, from Aillers Fails Hoosac Tunnel BoS-
ton, FitchburR, &c.
5;43 p. M, from Springfield, New York, &C.
l0:2s p M, from Boston, Worcester, HoosAc Tunnel,
and all stations on New London Northern road, and
from Springfield, New York, &c.
G. W. BENTLEY, Gen. Supt.
New London, Conn, Nov. ~, 1850.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

1t is estimated that $l3, 1000, 600 worth of
cattle are now annually exported to England
The total value of animals annually slaughter
ed or sold for slaughter in this country, ac-
cording to the census of 1870, was nearly
$4OO, 600, 600. The census of 1880 will prob
ably show that the total value of animals
slaughtered is not less than $500, 600, 900.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
1.-THE MIX Problem, ;,

'hE subscriber, having large stock OF ihe hos,
Jersey cows that can be found in windham conn.
upon the market will supply all Responsible ~
Jog Ihe oid price OF cents per quart. skim miii
t, the Cooley Dreamer, having all the KEEPING onHi
per quart will also deliver milk to my customers
sIisg or evening" or both, they prefer.
j. q. NEWTON.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

HUMAN BLooD.-On the purity and vitality Of the
blood depend the vigor and health Of the whole sys-
TEN. Disease Of various kinds is often only the sign
that natare is trying to remove the disturbing cause
remedy that gives life and Vigor to the blood, eradi
SArsapArilla undoubtedly does must be the means Of
preventing many diseases that would occur without
Its Sold by dealers.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
Rational rreatmen, and Positive Cur.

Are what the afflicted seek for, and those who
resort to DIR. Pierces Family Medicines are
not doomed to disappointment. So positive
ly eficacious is his Favorite Prescription in
all cases Of female weaknesses, nervous and
other arrangements incident TO the sex that
this potent remedy is sold under a positive
guarantee. For particulars see Pierce's Mem
orandum Book (given away by druggists), or
see the wrappers Of the medicine. Sold by
druggists.
WAsEcA, Mimi, April g. 1879.
r. V. PIERCE, NJ. D.:
Dear Sir-I feel that should be neglecting
my duty were to fail in giving my testimony
as to the value Of your medicines For years
have been great sufferer from a complica-
ton of chronic diseases, which our physicians
treated in vain. am now using your Favo-
rite Prescription, and find myself almost
well. Your medicines have done me more
good than anything have ever used
l remain, gratefully yours,
Mas. L. Is. PARMALEE.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

WATER FOR PoULTBY.-When you are
grumbling because in the cold weather you
are compelled to break the ice in the water in
your house, remember that the chickens do
not have any instrument for breaking the ice
a good chance y Weekly Herald.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
WILMINGTON MARBLE WORKS

OFFER the whole stock at cost, aud less than
Il cost, to close up the business consisting of over
seEenty-nVe finished monuments and headEtOnes, and
large lot OF unfinished stock. This is not lot Of
refuse but 10 earefunyseected stock OF modern style
Parties In want Of anything in this line save from
20 to 80 per cent by calling at the old stand
]. r. BUELL..
wilmington VI. Jan. i, 1881. bS-l2
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

J. s. R. SoovILL, Morris, ILL.,, says: when your
"Only Lung Pad" came to hand, my son could not
raise his head. He is now up and gaining every day.
See ADJ.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

EOR SALE AT A BARGAIN-A History
Dwelling House, suitable for two families situ-
ated on Reed street. In the southerly portion Of the
village OF Brattleboro, being the house and lot now
belonging to the estate Of D. n. Bradley Said prop
ery Is nrstrate renting property aud will be sold Al
public auction unless sold at private sale soon.
s. N. HKRRICK, Administrator.
Brattieboro, July ~. 1880. tfSI
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
STATE OFVERMONT, Marlboro IS.

= The Probate Court for said District
To all persons interested In the estate Of ASAHEL
WATSON, late Of Wardsboro, deceased, Greeting.
Whereas, John H. Watson has presented to this
Court Instrument purporting 20 be the last
VIII Of said deceased, for probate:-You are hereby
Court will decide upon the probateof
said Instrument al the session thereof TO be held at
theProbate Bratleboro, in said district the
last Saturday Of January A. d. 1881 when and where
you may appear contest the same II you cause
r. W. gTODDARD. ReUieter.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
PATENTS,
r.. Fl. EDDY

INJS IL 6DD
To- 20 state e., opposite KiIby, Boston,
secures Patents in the United States slso I'm Graf
bEtslni France, and other foreign countries Comes
Oh 'he claims OF any Patent furnished by remittipg
Que aollar' Assignments recorded at Washing ton
iys,ey ~ me United States possesses superior IA
e.eS yor obtaining Patents dsceTtaining he BAT
''"V"'S ~ intentions. II. II. EDDY,
Solicitor Of Patents
81, THsrIMORIALs.
- regard Mr.. Eddy as one OF the most eapabIe and
sueoesguf practitioners with whom have had ofRcsi
intercourse CHAs' MASON, Commissioner OF
a, inventors cannot employ person more trustWor-
WY or more capable Of securing for them An eSriv
ana favorable consideration at the Patent once '
EDAuED BURKE, late ommissioner Of Patent. -
X. II. EDDY, RSq.-Dear Sir; You procn,raS g.
me, IN ls4o, my nrst patent. Since then You bays
Aetea ior aud advised me In hundreds Of cases anS
procured many patents, reissues and extension,s
Sss occasionally employed the best agencies In New
iorA; Fhlladelphia and Washington but 1 sim IT,
YOU almost the whole Of my business in yonr IN.
Ahu ADVISE Others to employ you Yours truly nav
Boston, Jan. l. 1881 DHAf1R'
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

~ The Probate Court in and Tor said District.
To all persons interested in the Estate of LOVINA
HASTINGS, late Of Wilmington in said District de-
ceased, Greeting.
You are hereby notified that ISRAEL HAYNES, eH-
ecutor Of the last viii Of said deceased has present
ed to this court petition praying for license to sell
the whole Of the real estate Of said deceased consisting
Of hundred acres Of land with buildings thereon,
situated In said Wilmington, and also has filed What
purports to be the consent Of all the heirs residing IN
this State to such sale and also prAys for license
sell said real estate upon the ground that such sale
necessary TO pay the debts and expenses Of settling
said estate. And you are hereby further notified that
said Israel Haynes executor as aforesaid, has also
presented TO this court petition, praying for leave
amend his account executor Of said estate hereto
fore rendered TO said court and TO correct any and all
errors therein, and in the record thereof. And this
Court will decide upon said petitions at session there
Of 10 be held at the Probate Once in Brattleboro in
said District the last Saturday Of January, A. d.
1881, when and where you may appear and be heard
In the premises, IL you see cause.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
DYEING--STEAM CLEANSING

Dress Goods, shawls saeques, Feathers, etc, dyed
variety Of 0Olors. Mems Clothing dyed or steam
eleansed and pressed without ripping OF crockinR,
Charges paid one way goods sent by express Di-
rect TO Brattleboro Dye Works.
lyIs Nj. HALE, Proprietor
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

- The Probate Court OF said District.
To all persons interested in the estate Of HANNAH
s. CORsE, late Of Nottingham, in said District, de
ceased, Greeting.
Whereas REUEL WILLIS has presented to
this court an instrument purporting to be the last
VIII OF said deceased, for prOhate:-You are hereby
notified that this court viii decide upon the probate
OF said instrument at the session thereof TO be held at
the Probate Once in BrAtteboro, in said district on
the last Saturday Of January A. d. 1881, when and
where you may appear and contest the same, II you
see cause.
Z w srnnnAnr p..i...-
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
CTATE on VERMONT, Marlboro. IS.

= The Probate Court for said District.
To all persons interested In the Estate Of HANNAH
BUTTERFIELD,lAte Of Bratteboro in said district, de-
ceased, Greeting.
You are hereby notified that this Court will decide
upon the allowance Of the account Of william g. New
ton, administrator with the will annexed upon said
estate, aud decree distribution thereof TO the per-
sons entitled at the session thereof to be held
at the Probate once in Bratleboro In said District
the last Saturday Of January A. D. 1881, when and
where you may be heard in the premises, II you
cause.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

CHAs. O. FRARY Of Adrian, MICH, says: To my
complete surprise, obtained good nights rest the
FIRST night wore an "Only Lung Pad" l have suf-
fered from asthma for years.-See Adv.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

PERFECTLY SAFE IN ALL CAsKs-FOr diseases Of
the Throat Lungs, Group, Whooping Cough, Colds
etc. Downs Elixir is safe, reliable and e6eotuai
remedy.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

- The Probate Court for said District.
TO sllpersons interested In the Estate Of JOHN 3.
WHITNEY late Of Marlboro in said District, deceas-
ed, Greeting.
You are hereby notified that this Court will decide
upon the allowance Of the account Of LOWELL A.
BARNEY, administrator upon said estate, and
decree distribution thereof to the persons en-
titled at the session thereof to be held at the Probate
once in Brattlsboro, the last Saturday Of Janu-
airy, A. D. 1881, when and where you may be heard in
the premises, IL you see cause.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
For Sale.

A SMALL VILLAGE FARM in West BrattIeboro,
"A consisting Of nine OF land, dwelling house
barn and sheds Running aud well water, and album
dance OF fruit. Inquire Of LEWIS CIRCUIT.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

HoRsRMEH.-Ask your merchant for Henry a
JOhnsOn's Arnica and OIL Lininae e, and
keep railways in the stable to In of accident
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

STEELE MILLEL, Holden, MO-, say: Thea. ST.
Co. Black Tip gives immense satisfaction, and our
sales Of shoes having it upon them is rapidly
ing.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

The Peruvian syrup has cured thousands
who were suffering from Dyspepsia, Debility, Liver
Complaint, BoilB, Humors, Female Complaints, etc.
Pamphlets free to any address. Seth W. Fowle 4
Sons, Boston.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
AGENTS AND CANVAssERs.

The habit OF running over boots or shoes corrected
with Lyons Patent Heel suheners.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

Make from $23 90 $50 per week selling goods
for Z. q. RIDROUT 4 CO., 10 Barclay st.. New York
Send for their Catalogue and Terms.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
E.w. sToDDARD, Register.
CTATE OF VERMOXT, wesimiD.tel, IS.

- The Probate Court for said District.
10 all persons interested in the estate Of JAMES
MUZZY, late Of jamaica In said district, deceased,
interstate, Greeting
You are hereby notified that Abijah Muzzy and will
lard MuIzy claiming creditors Of the estate Of Re-
beoca Muzzy, late widow Of said James Muzzy, now
deceased, have petitoned said court that homestead
IN the estate Of said James MuzIy may be set out that
the same may be made available for the payment Of
the debts against the estate Of the said RebeccA Muz
Ey and 1t IL ordered that said petition be referred
special session Of said court to be held at the Pro
bate once in Townshend in said district the last
saturday OF January 1881 for hearing aud decision,
aud that notice OF said application, aud Of the time
and place Of bearing and decision, be publish ed three
weeks IN succession in THE VERMoHr PnGSrx pub
lished at Brattleboro, in this State previous thereto
that they may then and there be heard In the premises
II they shall see cause c. b. EDDY Register
December 80, 1880. Is
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

Have VViStar's Balaam Of wild Cherry
always at hand. 1t Coughs, Colds, Bronehitis
Whooping Cough Group, Influenza Consumption and
u bottle
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21

the stomach, Liver and Bowels, remove all secreons
purify the Blood, aud fortfy the system against dis
ease.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
FITGHBURG RAILROAD.
HOOsAC TUNNEL ROUTE.

North Adams 1880 :o2 1850 $500 II rs
Runs sundays; omitted Mondays.
Inc trains arriving in Boston at 80 a. m. 2:l5 and
$3.50 p m and the trans leaving Boston at 2:I5 $500
and p M are through trains with throu Oh sleep
ing or drawing-room cars to and from the West via
HooEAc Tunnel "
General once HoosAc Tunnel Route, $50 Washington
Street, Boston. JOHN ADAMS C,en1 s,rSS,
Z. K. TURNER, AsstSupr
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-01-21
VERMONT VALLEY RAILROAD.

Esss;aszEs i leave BRATTLEBoRof for ali
POINTS North at 80 =. m ;,
2:50, $40 and 10 80 p. m.
The 1880 p. m. train is express for Montreal via
White River Junction. with sleeping car attached.
The lO;3Oa. M. train IL mail train for Montpelier,
st. Adams, Rutland, Burlington Montreal the PtG.
sumpse road and the White Mountains.
The $40 p. train is mail train for White River
junction and Rutland.
The so P. m. train is express to White Mountains,
Newport and Quebec.
Trainsleave BELLOWS FALLS for the South, con
Meeting with the Connecticut River line at Bratebo-
70, as follows; Montreal express train at 80 a. m
mail and accommodation, 10 am. mail and accom-
mediation, 2:2b p. M; White Mountain and New York
express at :49 pm.
The 1880 a. IN. train arrives in New York at 100
m the s:lO a. m train at 5:t5 p. IN. the 2:25 and
$40 p. IN. train at 10 80.
Althese trains make close conn ection with Boston
Albany X. R., both east and west Of Spring held.
20 MULLIGAN, superintendent.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-08
The Week Of Prayer.

The Week of PRAYER has been observed
iu this town by services in the Presbyterian,
Baptist and Methodist Churches. The first
service was In the Presbyterian Church on
SUNDAY night last-the theme: Christ the
ONLY hope of a lost world Reys Hopkins,
Register. Shepherd and Highley participant
ed.-Reys. Highley and Shepherd making
short addresses. On Monday night, at the
Baptist Church. Thanksgiving for the
blessings, temporal and spiritual, Of the pas,
year. and PRAYER for their continuance was
thcsuhject. and remarks were made by Rcys.
Hopkins and Highley. Tuesday night at
the " L. Church. South. the topic was
Humiliation aud confession on account of
individual, social and national sins Rev.
j. a. REGISTER being absent from town, Rev
Mr.. Highley conducted the exercises, and
addresses were made by Revs. Shepherd and
Hopkins. Wednesday afternoon the ser
vices were held In the Presbyterian Church
subject: PRAYER for the Church of Christ,
It's unity and purity, It's ministry; and for
reviyals of religion. Thursday afternoon
in Baptist Church. subject: " Christian ed
ucation; PRAYER for the family, Sunday
schools. and all educational institutions: for
Young Mems Christian Associations. and
Tor the Press Appointments We're made
as follows: " +. Church, South Friday, I'll
at o'clock" PRAYER for the prevalence oi
Justice. humanity, and peace among all ma
tions; for the suppression of intemperance
and sabbath dcsccrati0n.' Presbyterian
+ Church at 7oclOck. Saturday. Sth.-" Prayer
for Christian Missions and the conyers.Ol
of the world 20 Christi and In the same
Church SUNDAY night 9th. at I O'Clock
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-08

The incoming legislature of West Vir-
giuia will elect "A United States senator to
succeed Hon. Frank Hereford Ii IS TO be
hoped it Will make Mr. Hereford his own
successor. No man in either House of
Congress has worked more faithfully. more
in,cligent.y OF more successfully advance
the interests of his constituents than has
Mr.. Hereford He is entitled % re-elcc-
tion on merely local grounds. But that Is
not all Tie Is man of statesmanlike
breadth of intellect and omYr,hensiveucss
of view. He i, stauuch in his loyalty TO
the Democracy. but NJ the same time in no
sense q treeater or reactioniSt. While true
% his party and his State I'M an his acts and
utteranccs. he Is cminen,ly conciliatory and
conservative. In short, he Is just the kind
of a man the South needs in Congress, and
should be returned % the Senate.-.N. Louis
Tunes
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-08
.Circuit Court.

A term of the Jefferson County Circuit
Court will begin on Tuesday next, 18th in
slant. Judge Faulkner will preside. The
following is the list of Petit Jurors:
Abram S. Miller, Robert T. Craighill,
Rouss Milton, Thomas OFT. Brent Nichols,
John L. Lewis, VIM. c. Frazier, George ID.
Bowers, c. II. Lewis, Charles Langdon, w.
T. Lemen, Thomas VI. Macoughtry, Edwd.
Colgate, James Richard, Cato NJ. Entler,
Davenport Wiltshire. Charles A. Tryissell,
James W. Benner, O. W. Rowland, Caleb
Burns. Charles Rosenberger. F. c. Watson,
VIM. Melvin, W A. Shewalter, John A.
Smith. David E. Henderson, John J. Gran
than, Adam Brenneman, W. :. Shauli,
Andrew Aldridge.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-08

A "pot-house broil as it WAS appropriately
dcnomina,ed by a distinguished congressman.
took place on the floor of the House of Repre-
scnutivcs just before the Holiday receSs-Gen.
Weaver. late erecnback candidate for President.
and Mr. Sparks, of Illinois, principals Tho
congressmcn-Some of them-are prone TO ex-
hioiJions of this kind as the sparks 20 hy up
ward the recent scene is characterized as cx-
ceedinsly naughty-injced the most fragrant
breach OF the rules and of common decency on
record as part of the proceedings ofthe House.
After nights rcpose the offending members
appeared and made acknowledgment of their
disregard of the amenities due from one gentle
man To another and especially confessed the
wrong inflicted on the dignity of the Nation by
their rude smashing of the rules of the House.
The House gave its forgiveness as a Christmas
gin.