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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-03-03

The father of youthful contestant
in pedestrian match, in New York, has
been arrested under the curelty to children
act. The lad covered ninety eight miles
and was in an exhausted condition.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-03-03


The following remarkable letter from
Fernando Wood to Governor Wise, of
Virginia, advising the Communication of
John Browns sentence to imprisonment
for life has been printed:
New YORK, November 2, 1859.
The Hon. H. A. Wise:
My DEAR SIR:-Read this letter over
carefully, and, whether concurring or
not in its view, believe it emanates from
your friend and a man who has a thor
ough knowledge of the pulse of the peo-
pie of the Free States. Your proceedings
and conduct thus far in the matter of
the conspiracy at Harper's Ferry met
with general approval and elicit commen-
dation from your enemies The firmness
and moderation which have character
lied your course cannot be too highly
applauded, and oday you stand higher
than any other man in the Union. Now,
my dear friend, dare You do bold thing
and temper justice with mercy?" Have
you nerve enough to send Brown to the
State Prison for life instead of hanging
him? Or rather I should ask whether
such a course would be consistent with
your own sense of duty, for l know that
that is the sole controller of your official
conduct. Brown is looked upon here as
the mere crazy or foolhardy emissary of
other men. Circumstances create a sym
pathy for him even with the most ultra
friends of the South. I am of this latter
class, as by recent speeches you may
have observed. No Southern man could
go further than myself in behalf of
Southern rights, but yet, were the Gov
ernor of Virginia, Brown should not be
hung, though Seward should be if could
catch him, and in such course my con-
duct would be governed by sound policy.
The South will gain by showing that it
can be magnanimous to fanatic in its
power. We who fight its battles can
gain largely by pointing to such an in.
stance of "chivalry." You can judge OF
Southern sentiment better than myself
| can judge of Northern sentiment better
than you. If the South will sustain such
an act the whole North will rise up e,
ndsse to applaude it. l have thus brief
ly and frankly discharged my duty as
your friend, to give advice under trying
circumstances. Very truly yours.
FERNANDO WOOD.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-03-03

Hundreds Of clergymen, doctors and
others have used 'Kendall's SPAWN Cure
with the best of success. Read the advt.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-03-03

By the falling of tree he was chopping,
Uriza Richardson, of Unlonyile, Ind,
was killed, his heck, back and legs being
broken.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-03-03
GENERAL HANCOCK.
Why He VIII Attend the Inauguration
and What He VIII DO There.

NEW YORK. February 25.-General
Hancock has been subjected to an inter-
view regarding his intended visit to
Washington on the 4th of March:
why have you decided 10 attend
Garfeld's inauguration"
II don't think it would be proper for
ME to express my political views re-
garding Garfield or the Republican party
az this time, as l do not wish to be drawn
into discussion or controversy of any
kind. but | will say have received a
polite and formal invitation to be present
at the ceremonies and ] have acted in
accordance with my sense of what is
proper in accepting the invitation and in
promising to he present on that &C.
casion."
Twill you be the guest of the Inaugur-
alton Committee
II am asked to become the guest of the
chairman of the committee and he has
pressed me to take Mrs. Hancock with
mo and become inmates of his own
private residence in Washington: but l
have engaged rooms at Wormley's Hotel. "
Is it because the chairman of the com
mittee is II prominent Republican and
you do not wish to accept his personal
hospitality"
"Oh. no. have no such reasons for
my action. A great many of my political,
military and personal friends will no
doubt visit me while | an in Washington
and can receive them much better in
my own rooms Mt the hotel than in an
other mans private residence. / would
feel more free in the hotel and so would
my friends. Another good reason is the
fact that ] would not feel fain to ask a
private host to entertain my guests and
Friends
"Will you attend in military capacity
or merely as citizen of the United
States?"
"As to that | cannot exactly say.
Some time ago General Sherman re.
quested my presence in Washington on
the 4th of March,"
"Will you attend the grand ball in the
EVENING""
mo sir; but will be present during
the ceremonies in the Senate Chamber
will you appear in the procession
ut is not my intention to parade my
self on inauguration day. BY virtne ol
my official position as chief officer of the
Military Division of the Atlantic, will
be in reality in command over all troop.
in Washington on the 4th of March. AL
military barracks in the city are virtually
under my charge"
what is your personal opinion of tn,
election of General Garfield as President
of, the United States?"
.''In regard to General Garfield, | viii
say that the Democratic Senate anc
House of Representatives have declared
him duly elected President of the United
States, and such being the case, it il
proper that any person who is residen
of the United States should attend th
inauguration exercises. Some person
have doubted the wisdom of my ap
pearance in Washington, March 4th, ant
others say there is no harm in my at
tending. 1t seems right to me. Q
course In this matter the merits Q
demerits of the different political partie
are not in question. General Garfield
to occupy the Presidential chair for tn
next four years, and there can be no harr
in seeing and hearing him when he take
the oath of his high Office. | say thi
without any reference to parties or des
puted political questions.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-03-03

A law has been passed in Florida to
prevent the inter-marriage of whites and
blacks. EF
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-03-03

Hon. Frank Hurd, Washington, d.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27
THE HOUSEHOLD.


have selected few rules for knit edgings,
which think will be appreciated by those
who like do such work and have not already
got them. Girls ten or twelve years Of age
will find the narrow ones very easy to learn.
Normandy Lace. Cast on 10 stitches.
LIST Row. Knit plain, 2 together, thread
over, plain, over, plain.
I'd. Two plain, over, plain, over, knit 2
together, plain.
3d. Six plain, together, over, plain, 2
together, over, 1 plain, over, 2 together,
plain, over, plain.
4th. Two plain, over, plain, 2 together,
over, plain, over, together, plain, over,
2 together, plain.
9Th. -Four plain, together, over, plain,
. together, over, plain, over, together,
plain, over, plain.
9Th. Two plain, over, plain, 2 together,
over, plain, over, 2 together, 2 plain, over,
? together, l plain, over, 2 together, plain.
9TH. Five plain, over, 2 together, plain,
over, 2 together, 3 plain, 2 together, over, /
plain, together, over, plain, together.
Sth. Cast of 1, knit plain over, to-
gether, plain, over, 2 together, 1 plain, 2
together, over, l plain, 2 together, over, 6
plain.
9th. Seven plain, over, together, plain,
over, slip l, narrow, pass slipped stitch over,
over, plain, 2 together, plain, 2 together.
10th. Two plain, over, together, plain,
? together, over, plain.
18th. Nine plain, over, . together l plain,
together, over, 3 plain.
18th. Cast of ?, knit 1, over, 3 together,
over, 10 plain.
Commence again at first row.
Single E,yelet Scdllop. Cast on G stitches.
LIST row. plnin thread over twice, purl
(seam) together, knit ], thread over times,
knit g
twice, purl together, knit twist stitch
Sd. Knit l, thread over twice, purl 2 to-
gether, knit 6.
4th. Cast of 3, knit 2, thread over twice,
purl together, knit twist stitch.
Bias Eyelet Poiat.-Cast on stitches.
LIST row. Knit l, thread over, 2 together,
thread over, knit l.
I'd Knit plain.
3D. Knit 2, thread over, knit together,
thread over, knit l.
4th. Knit plain.
9th. Knit 3, thread over, knit . together,
thread over, knit l..
9th. Cast off 3 and knit plain.
Repeat.
Wheat Ear Edqe.-Oast on stitches.
LIST. Two plain, over, plain, over twice,
purl two together.
I'd. Over twice, purl together, plain.
Sd. Three plain, over, knit l, over twice,
purl together.
4th Over twice, purl together, plain.
9TH. -Four plain, over, knit |, over twice,
purl together.
9Th. Over twice, purl together, plain.
eth. Six plain, over twice, purl together.
Sth. Over twice, purl together, plain.
Repeat. L.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27

Potato LOdE-To four cups of cold mashed
potatoes add two-thirds OF cup of sweet
cream seasoned with salt, and two well-beat-
en- eggs mix thoroughly, put in baking
pan, and get in quick oven till light and
nicely Drowned on top.
SnOlo Cdke.-Four cups of fine, white sug-
RI, one heaping cup Of butter; beat together
till fine and smooth while beating gradually
add two-thirds cup of sweet milk then add
the whites of twelve eggs, beaten to a good
foam. Sift three cups of -four, one cup two
thirds fun of cornstarch, two teaspoons of
baking powder together, and stir in gradual
ly. This recipe makes fine cake for brides,
as have frequently used it, and have doub-
led it with grand success.
Fish Pudding. -Fish balls are good food,
but when burned up in fat they lose half their
nutrition. Mix finely-chopped fish, particu-
larry cod, with dried herbs, boiled potatoes,
pepper, salt, mace, an egg and butter. Place
in a well-greased mould and put in the oven !;
brown well the outside and dish up, or warm
well through in a covered pan. Eat with it
boiled beetroot, stewed onions or any other
vegetables.
Beefstedk and P0tGtO.-Take q large and
tender steak, bone it, and scatter over 1t bits
of butter, salt and pepper, and little sage
and finely chopped onions. Over that spread
thlck CUSHION or mashed potato well sea-
soned with salt, fresh butter and very little
milk. Roll up the steak with the potato in
side and fasten the end and side with skew
ers. Put the steak in baking pan with a
large cupful of stock or gravy and let it cook
slowly, basting like chicken. Serve with a
rim of mashed potato around the platter and
| garnish with water-eress.
Pdrsnips ImproUed. -Parsnips are not suf
hciently appreciated, perhaps because Of
their too sweet taste but this can be over.
come to palatable extent by judicious cook.
| ing They are excellent when sliced after
boiling and warmed in a sauce made by mix
ing -four, butter and milk over the fire and
seasoning it with salt and pepper; as soon al
warm they are served with a little chopped
parsley and squeeze of lemon juice. Fol
parsnips fried brown in an old fashioned iroI
pot with slices of salt pork and seasoning
of salt and pepper, several good words nigh
be said.
MOTIFS in Carpets.--A good way to Kill
them is to take u coarse towel and wiring i
out in clean water. Spread it out smooth,
on the carpet then iron it dry with good
hot iron, repeating the operation on all sus
peeted places and those least used. 1t is no
necessary to press hard, heat and steam be
ing the agents, and they do the work effectu
ally on the worms and their eggs.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27

Occasionally we get report of some quiet
experimenter with Early Amber cane last
year. j. o. johnson of Norwich, Vt, was
quite successful in his initial experiment.
He says: Last spring I purchased some
Minnesota Early Amber cane seed, which
planted on light dry soil, the 9th day of May.
In about one week it was up SO that the rows
could be seen. June 14th it was hoed the
first time. The weather was dry and it grew
slowly until July 25th, when it stood about
hip high. From this time it grew very rap
idly. The culture we gave it was the same as
for corn, without any manure. September
18th it had got to its full height, and was, on
an average, ten feet 1t was not matured
enough at this date to make the most sugar.
The mill we ground it on was one of our own
make made of rock maple rolls hung on iron
shafts. The mill was not of suitable strength,
and all who saw it said we lost fully twenty
five per cent. of the juice, which went off in
the stalks. September 2Sth we cut the first
sorghum, which we ground, clarified in the
usual manner, and boiled 1t to molasses in a
common sap pau. All who saw it pronounce
ed it equal to New Orleans SYRUP and i. sold
| readily at seventy-ive cents per gallon. We
| planted twenty -seven square rods of land and
| got twenty-seven gallons of syrup. We should
| have realized from one-ffth to one-fourth
more if it had been worked by suitable ma
chinery. We have agreed to put in works to
make syrup from sorghum, and our neigh
bors have agreed to plant the sorghum. Our
works viii consist of grinding building
twenty two by twenty feet, furnished
with No. . Victor mill, with sweep below.
| The boiler room is fourteen by twenty nine
feet furnished with a No. Bellows Falls
copper evaporation, defeating pan, settling
tanks, and, in fact, everything that is needed
to make a first class article. We and our
neighbors are going to do all in our power to
make sorghum growing successi in Vermont. "
When, with such rude apparatus, one hun
| dred and sixty gallons to the acre, of syrup
that will sell readily at seventy-fve cents a
gallon, can be made at the first trial, it would
seem that there must be profit in the bust
ness. We hope that much more extensive
trials. such as Mr.. johnson proposes, will be
made on many farms this season Watch
man and Journal
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27
"GoFor" the Insecta.

An increase of insect pests will come with
the warmer growing weather. The eggs of
the tent caterpillar will be among the first to
produce worms" which, if left to them
selves, will soon begin their ravages upon the
foliage. Their coming is easily recognized
by their ''tents" and these should be de-
stroyed at once The best time to take them
is in early morning before they have left
lily may be removed and crushed The bare
hand il the best for all within reach for
those upon high branches use a pole with
swab dipped in lye or petroleum. If a new
ly set tree is found infested with oyster-shell
bark lice, it is the shortest way 10 pull it up
and burn it. An old tree with this pest
should be painted over with some non-dry-
ing oil, az lard oil crude petroleum has been
used with some success. The presence of
the borers is known by the sawdust which
they make. The best cure is knife and a
wire or whalebone probe. Cut only enough
TO allow the entrance of the probe never
girdle the trees as we have seen some do who
were hunting for the borers. The curculio
of the plum stings the fruit when it is quite
small. Jar the trees when the fruit Is set in
the early morning, and so long as insects are
caught. The sluggish beetles are caught upon
sheets spread beneath the trees or arranged
with poles TO be held by two persons; put
the insects into the fire or otherwise destroy
them. Plant lice, that sometime crowd upon
the growing tips of cherry and other fruit
trees can be removed by Swinging them with
tobacco water those within reach may be
bent down and dipped in the same liquid
| AOyiclfltttrist
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27

The change in the Agricultural Department
which puts ex-Congressman Loring of Mass
achusetts in place of Mr.. lie Due will be gen.
orally approved. 1t is current opinion that
this branch of the government has never been
made SO useful to the public as it might be-.
Perhaps the fault has been with Congress
more than with the numerous gentlemen who
have held the eommissionership but how
ever this may be, the department has been
the victim of much fault finding and ridicule
ever since it was created in President Lin.
coins time. DIR. Loring is practical farmer,
and is regarded as an authority on agricnl.
tural questions in Massachusetts. We conf.
IDENTIFY expect that he will employ his well
known energy aud intelligence upon the worn
Of his department in such a manner az to Sc
cure for it greater degree of respect and
confidence from the farming community thar
it has ever yet enjoyed.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27
Vegetine Is the Great Heath Re
st0rer.
ScrOfuIOus HumOr Cured.

BosroN, Sept. Q, 1877.
Mr.. II. H. sTEvKNs-Dear Sir: Ihave suffered with
scrofulous Humor for years, and could get no
relief. have tried everything in the shape Of herbs
saves plAsters ETC., but nothing did me any good.
was from my knees to my ankles mass Of sores.
was advised by Police ofheer W. b. Hill to try vEaE-
TINE. commenced last July, 1875. AFTER taking the
second bottle began to get relief, aud the to
heal up. 1t finally reduced to large ulcer on
my right leg, that much and looked bad thA
many said must lose my leg but after had taken
IA bottl,s Of yEdETIEE my leg all healed up, and
1 am as wen as ever was in my life. consider
vEGErINE the best cleanser and purifier Of the blood,
and advise all who may be suffering have suffered
to give II a trial. HENRY T. SMITH,
SO Utica-st., Boston, Mass.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27

Profs. John NJ. CarnOchAD, Egbert Guernsey, VIM.
Tod Hemuth, A. X Hills, NJ. W. Noxan, aud hundreds
Of the most eminent physicians Of New York city en-
Of Witch Hazel. Beware of cheap limitations. The
Liebig company offers no cheap goods. II offers only
honest preparations al honest prices Arnicated
Witch Hazel cures Piles Salt Rheum, Catarrh, Rheu-
matsm, Lumbago, Painful Periods, and other Female
Complaints. Sold In 60-eent and q sizes
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27

We would call the att ention Of our rea 1ers to the
announcement, In another column, Of popular loan
DeyOnshire-st Boston. As this loan seems 10 be for
the legitimate purpose Of constructing locomotive
works, and bears high rate of interest," those having
money to invest should investigate the claims Of this
company at early date aud satisfy themselves
the representations made and the system Of loans in
augurated by the Globe company.-A nierieaa Cu{fi-
UGtOr, april 0, 1881.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27

The kidneys natures sluice-way TO wash out the
debris Of Exchanging bodies II they do
not work properly, the trouble is felt everywhere
Then be wise, and, as soon you signs OF disor-
der, get package Of Kidney-Wort and take II faith
fully. 1t win clear the sluice-way of sand gravel or
slime, and purify the whole system. Druggists sell
it, both liquid and dry, and 1t is equally efficient in
either form.-Independent
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27
TeOetine WiU Cure the Worst
Gases of ScrOfuLG.
Remarkable Cure of ScrOfulOus
Face.

wEsTMNsTER, Conn, June 10, 1879.
Mn. II. II. sTEvENs-Dear Sir: can testify TO the
good effect Of your medicine. My little boy had
scrofula break out his head large aquAr-
ter OF a dollar, and II went down his face, from
to the other, under his neck, and solid
mass Of sores. Two bottles of your valuable YEoE-
TINE completely cured him. Very respectfully,
Mas. @. r.. THATCHER.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27
disorders which affect she Kidneys

Are among the most formidable known. Diabetes,
Brghts disease, gravel and other complaints Of the
urinary organs, are not ordinarily cured in severe
cases. but they may be averted by timely medication
useful stmnant Of the urinary glands has been
which not only affords the requisite stimulus when
they become inactive but increases their vigcr and
secretve power. By increasing the activity Of the
kidneys and bladder, this medicine has the additional
effect Of expelling from the blood impurities which
is the peculiar office Of those organs to eliminate
and pass or The bitters also purify and strengthen
the bowels, are an invigorant Of the stomach and
matehless remedy for biousness and fever and ague
1t counteracts tendency TO premature decay, and
sustains and comforts the aged and inhrm.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27
Administrator,s Sale.

By order of the Probate Court will be sold at Pub
lie Auction at A. Whithedis Hotel in Vernon, Sat-
urday June lth 1881 at 10 O'Clock NJ the following
Real Estate belonging 10 the estate Of s. s. stebbins
and adjoining the residence Of f. b. Brown contain
ing about two OF land with the buildings there
on The house has been lately painted repaired, and
put In good condition running water TO the house
situated within minutes walk Of the church, post
oee, store, and grist mill and In Of the best
school districts in town Any wishing TO purchase
the above property will do we'll to examine the prem
Uses before the sale.
Also, the island lying in the Connecticut river OPP
poste Noyes streeter's residence containing about
81 acres OF land, with barn the same.
Terms at time Of sale
A. WHITFIELD, Administrator.
vernon, VT, May II, 1881. 1921
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27

The latest reports regarding the wheat crop
are more encouraging than those made earlier
in the season. The winter wheat is far more
promising than reported some months since
while the acreage and the prospect of the
spring crop indicate large yield II is too
early 10 base calculations but present pros
poets are encouraging in most parts OF the
country.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27
More to Me than Gold.

.wALPoLE, Mass, March I, 1880.
Mr.. H. II. sTEvEHs-I wish to inform you what
VEGEIISE has done for me. I have been troubled
with Erysipelas Humor for than 80 years. in my
limbs and other parts Of my body, aud have been .
great sufferer. l commenced taking VEoEIISE one
year ago last August and truly say it has done
more for me than any other medicine. seem to be
perfectly free from this humor, aud can recommend
it to every one. Would not be without this medicine
It to than gold; and feel 1t will prove
blessing to others, it has to Yours most re-
spectfully, MRs. DAVID CLARK.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27

Is designed to meet the wants Of those who need
medicine to build them up, give them appetite,
purify their blood, and oil up the machinery of their
bodies No other article takes hold OF the system and
hits exactly the spet like Hoods sarsaparilla. 1t
works like magic, reaching every part Of the human
body through the blood giving 10 an renewed life and
energy. 81 bottle; six for IS.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-27
VERMONT VALLEY RAILROAD.

VSz755s55sSi5zn a l-1ND trains this road viii
etsssissssssss 81 - leave BRATTLEBoB0f for all
LILLE points North at 1880 r. m,
40 and 10 40 p. m.
The 10 80 p. train is express for Montrealtyia
White River Junetionl with sleeping car attached.
The 10 :20a. m. train is mail train for Montpelier
81. Adams Rutland, Burlington Montreal, the PsE.
sumpsic road and the White Mountains.
The 40 p. train is mail train for White River
Junction and Rutland.
Trainsleave BELLOWS FALLS for the South, con-
Meeting with the Connecticut River line at Brattebo
70, follows Montreal express train at 80 a. me-
mail and accommodation, 9 40 am. mail and accom-
mediation, 2:b0 p. M.
The $50 a. m. train arrives in New York at 1900
m. the 9;1O a. m. train at 5:l5 p m. the 25Op. M
train at 10 80.
Allthese trains make close connection with Boston
Albany r. r., both east and west Of Sprin gheld.
% j. MuLLIGAN. Snperintendent.