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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

The New York sun gives the following &C
count OF the Grand Army sham battle at
Princeton junction, n. j.. OF which We made
brief mention last week The Union detach-
ment, commanded by Commander Cole, of
Post 9, consisting Of three cannon detachments
and nifty men, WAS posted on the hillside near
the Milestone river. The men lay under arms
for a long time while the Coufederat- forces
were forming for the attack The attacking
party under the command Of Colonial Coop
er, Of the Sixth Regiment was divided into
four bgttalons, and used tve cannon Final
ly the Confederates advanced in battle lines,
firing continuously Bombs were exploded
over their heads from the Union side. one
rebel battalion charged across the field, and
met by skirmlsh line OF Union soldiers.
who made it retreat on the double quick As
the other rebel assailRnts pressed up the hill
they came IN contact with the main body Of
the Union army. The firing became general.
Bombs were shot necessarily from both sides.
In many instances men ran into opposing
lines and were thrown down contrary 10 in
structions. The resisting party refused TO
surrender Rebels tried to capture Union
cannon by jumping upon the pieces prevent
ing their discharge or by throwing down the
gunners, who got up and caught their assail-
ants around their necks There was intense
excitement among the 700 spectators who
fringed the plateau. The guns Of the soldiers
We're thrown about like fails In the height
Of the confusion a soldier jerked of his jack
Ct exposing to his comrades a white shirt
covered with blood. Colonel Cooper saw it,
and roared to his command 10 throw down
their arms. He was obeyed. In the melee
twelve men had been hit with the wadding of
blank cartridges they were nearly all lying
on the ground Stretchers were sent for and
the wounded were removed TO Brigadier- Sur
geon Gauntts tent. The commands returned
IN bedraggled condition Many men were
hardly able to carry their muskets
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

years from 10000 to l,2OO. 900 tons The
state can set of against the Western cities
that spring up almost in a night the town Of
birmingham, the centre of the iron and coal
district. which eleven years ago had one house
and now claims l . 900 inhabitants Governor
Mcdaniel Of Georgia says there are in his
state at least forty cotton mills Of considerable
capacity, besides many smaller ones running
over 300, 600 spindle, and other mauufactur-
ing interests are largely represented In aR
riculture great advances have been made; the
grain crops have been increased and there is
greater diversity Of crops. Texas continues
her wonderful development The annual in
crease of assessments is from 500. 600, 600 to
500, 600, 900, and an extra session Of the leg
islature is necessary to cut down the tax rate,
which is now only three mills on ST. This
material progress is as gratifying as it is great,
but its true glory will appear, not in reduced
tax rates, but in better schools and more Of
them, better roads, a scrupulous discharge Of
public obligations, and in assuring to every
man. white or black, the rights and the abso-
Lutte freedom of his political opinions
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

On Saturday last rs Henry II Richerdso,
was saving chair backs in the new steam mil
Oh the lot lately bought Of S. L Houebto,
by Mr.. Dodge Gust over the line in London
derry, heavy piece of hard wood wa
thrown by the saw striking him in the fac,
crushing in his right cheek bone, and driyip,
many large slivers into his bead Il WA ~
first thought his injuries were fatal. but sine
then more favorable symptoms give ann.
hope Of his recovery. He Is attended by h,
n. =. Wood Of South Londonderry with b,
Chas W. Ray OF Jamaica As council HI.
residence Is at Bondyille. Not insured
WIN. b. johnson has the outside OF hi.
new house about completed, and it is nov b..
ing painted by VIM Clark Of Wardsboro f.
will be the finest house III our village
Hon. L. I. Waterman bought last sprip7
one bushel Of potatoes, Of the variety caiie5
Beauty Of Hebron for seed lie pave
about one.fourth Of them to his friends plant
ing the balance. aud has Just dug 81 busbe,.
that are beauties indeed He says that III.
potatoes did not have d fair chance at tia.
as they were lawyer hoed' by himself and
boys Thd Squire is Of the opinion tina.
they could have had first class granger cu
tivation they would have yielded finely
The potato crop is the finest 1t has been
for many years in this region.
F W. Perry d Son have just been put
ting their tannery in first class repair and nov
have rs fine yard as there is the state
M. S. Howard, who carries the mail from
the post-offce to the depot, has Just put OIL
fine new wagon, which adds much to the
comfort of his passengers.
Landlord Stockwell also has a good team
at each train to give his guests free ride to
the Jamaica house, where cordial welcome
and good, quiet home with frst-class fare.
await them.
Several are new-shingling their houses
and general repairs, with some new building
give evidence Of the prosperity of our village
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14
MINOR NOTES.

Messrs Moody Veterinarian and White,
the evangelists, will leave this country on
Oct. for Ireland, where they contemplate
carrying on an active missionary cam paign in
the south of the island
According to the Boston Commonwealth,
before Gen Butler would accept the Demo
cratic nomination for Governor OF MRssachu-
sets last year be demanded and secured the
raising of 500 600 from the liquor dealers as
a campaign fund.
John Jacob Aston has decided all his prop
erty, valued at SEQ, 900, 900 to SO OOO, 900, to
his only son, William Waldorf Aston, subject
to life annuity to himself of 500, 600 Mr..
Astor's object in this is to prevent litigation
over his will and to keep his great estate IN
divided.
A private letter received from one of the
superintendents of the Panama canal says
that the work is rapidly progressing that
eight thousand men are now constantly en-
gagged. The superintendent, however, said
that he could not venture an opinion as to
when the work would be completed.
The ChRppaqua farm Of the late Horace
Greeley was sold at auction on Saturday by
Israel A. Haight, trustee in pursuance of
decree of the supreme court, dated June 4
1888. Only one bid was made, and Gabrielle
NJ. Greeley bought the estate for $40, 600
The property, with the buildings drainage
and cultivation, cost Horace Greeley over
$4,000. 1t comprises rs acres A few of
the neighbors were present prepared TO pur.
chase, but would not bid against Miss Gree
ley.
Robert Z. Lee youngest son of the late
Confederate General, has declined Demo.
cratic nomination for the legislature of Vir-
ginia saying that he has no taste for politics
Wendell Phillips will not support Butler
this year.
President Arthur is back in Washington
and greatly improved in health and strength
by his western outing.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

The Eighth Regiment held their reunion al
the St. Johnsbury House in ST. bloomsbury,
last week Thursday evening The associa-
ton was called to order by their veteran col
onel Stephen Thomas Of West Fairlee, at 3
o'clock, nearly one hundred Of the mem
bcrs being present. Col. Thomas was reelected
president, and DR. c. NJ Ferrin Of Essex
Junction, secretary Short speeches were
made by Col. Thomas Col. Mead GOV. Bar-
stow, Capt Mcfarland, Dr. Ross, Capt i.
/. Smith and others A gold-headed cane
was presented to the Colonel by the mem.
bers with appropriate remarks by Capt f. L.
Smith. Two hours were spent IN social
greetings and pleasant army chat, when an
adjournment was had till $3.50, at which hour
the company tat down to supper. After sup
per there was poem read by Capt Geo. n
Carpenter and several toasts were responded
to by officers and members Of the regiment,
as also by invited guests, eX Governors Proc
tor and Farnham, Secretary Nichols and
others. Col Franklin sang 1.-The Sword Of
Bunker Hill, and good time generally was
enjoyed
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

reserying 20 acres--to Geo. II Nelson nj, H..
flax for $500. Possession given Ami ' ia.
1851 ISL
Augustus Putnam Of Worcester u.
formerly Of this place is stopping at Des
a. Warrens d.
The Jacksonville and Coleraipe nina. ...
play a game Of base ball IN this village r W..
Saturday. 'A
Frank j. French is manufactprir,.
Imperial Shaving Soap. and is cop6ds,,g'
friends will lind it q valuable article A'
d. j. Chamberlin, our experienced b..,,
smith, is kept busy supplying the needs Of Il,
many customers.
Leonard a Boyle will commence nsL..
apple Jelly about October LIST, aud will - u.
cents bushel for sour apples and ] 3 cent. H.
sweet. railroad would give quite an sd,s,0
IN the price Of apples, as 1t Is doing In ~.
West River valley.
by invitation OF Landlord WiIeo, s,,.
90 Of our citizens were recently favored s-,'
a delightful musical entertainment given pl
guests Of the Glen House. Misses Sad.
Fannie Simpson, daughters Of n s,t'' u1
son Of Springfield Mass, and gradual. Y,
the Boston conservatory of music. fayorsd "
company with piano and violin music NJ Va. '-'
excellence, and the entertainment was ti.a.
oughly appreciated by all present
On Saturday evening, lst inst. Fores,r
Stetsou and wife Of Wardsboro. receptly ,,.-
ried, held a reception at n. L. Stetsops m.
parents Of the bride, Mr. and Mrs c. A E,a-.
Of Wardsboro, and about a. other friepdl :,
the young couple, were the happy guest ",
this interesting occasion, There wa mr,.
10y the cornet band, bountiful COLLATION. ,.
served, gifts amounting IN value TO over SI'.
were presented, aud altogether the oceas,,.
was a most enjoyable and long to be remsr'
bcred one. Al seasOnable hour the gpss,.
separated, with many kind wishes for NJ n
ture happiness Of bride and groom Heart
thanks are rendered to the band for their ss,.
vices.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14
TOWnshend.

The fall term Of school has begun in sew.
eTal districts. The village school is progress
ing well under the charge of Mr.. E. n Ober
and Miss Lila Martin No. ! is taught by
Miss Clough, No. g by Miss Maria Cudworth
No. by Miss Libbie Holbrook, and No. 9 by
Miss Lora Holden. There is a subscription
school in No. . under the efficient care Of
Miss Ada Barber.
The superintendent, Mrs Kenyon, will
conduct a series OF teachers meetings 20 be
held every other Saturday afternoon. The
first was last Saturday subject, mental arith-
metic. There was a full attendance Of the
town and the meetings promise to be extreme.
ly interesting and profitable
-Dea. c. q. Stebbins and T. L Hastings
are filling their silos this week. Their corn
has been injured by dry weather and by frost
but they will have a large yield.
The daughter Of Mr. Dana Jennisou.
four years old, had one finger cut of and al
other almost, by her brother, on Wednesday
while they were playing with Ratchet
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

Sept. 10 and II, mercury at PC

Sept. 10 and IL, mercury at PC.
j. b Chase has had sheep killed by dogs.
Josiah French is laying valuable aque-
duct
A number Of our citizens are in attend
ance upon the county court
Farmers are harvesting an abundant po-
tato crop, free from rot.
"A son of John Vim was somewhat iniur-
ed recently while playing ball, but is recover
ing.
Perry Hall was thrown from his carriage
by his horse starting suddenly, the other day,
but sustained only slight bruises about the
head and face.
Rev. II, i. Forrest Of Wilmington will
preach in the Methodist church next Sunday
At . z. H., 1t being quarterly occasion.
Our citizens are saddened by the contin-
ued serious illness of our former highly
respected townsman, Hon. Farley Starr.
-Reuel Willis has sold his l4O.aore farm
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

OF what benefit are postal notes to the
community at large when only they are sold
or redeemed at money order offices, with no
particular security thrown around them, and
becoming worthless in about three mouths
after they are issued 1t would be much
better to use for change the postage stamp
which costs only its face value is just as safe
to transmit, can be procured at their own
post-otioe, and until cancelled never become
worthless
Last Monday a little two-year-old boy Of
John McClure's was badly bitten by cross
dog belonging to Mr. Foster Watkins, which
tore the fash from his cheek and cut his low
or lip so it hung down on the chin. Dr.
Hoisington attended the boy aud he is nov
doing well. The dog has been killed.
B. p Page, Geo. NJ Chase and Geo.
Banks we're summoned TO appear before the
grand jury at Aewfane, for what purpossis M
known. II they we're not Temperance menlI
might be supposed that the liquor cases G.!
Bellows Falls or Putney were the Oauss.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

The Readsboro agricultural society will
hold their next annual fair on the vacant lots
on School street, Sept. Goth, 1883 Unusual
preparations are being made, and better eI.
hibition than usual may be expected Far.
mers and mechanics il adjoining towns are
invited to bring in their stock and wares and
exhibit with US.
Mrs Orpha Marsh of Springfield, Mass
who has been spending a few weeks with
Mrs. S NJ. Follett, has returned to her home
MIR. aud Mrs. n j. Bosquett have been
visiting friends in Pittsfield, Mass the past
week
p. Crosier, photographer, Is home from
his annual Lake Pleasant trip.
Mr.. S b. Kelley is building a house on
School street, and Mr.. L. D. Blanchard has q
house well under way on High street.
business was never better in all depart
ments than at present everybody is busy
and Il. a. Hicks, our village merchant, says
trade is unusually brisk C.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

Last Friday evening, at Camp Preston, by
invitation Of Chamberlain Post No. ] Of St
Johnsbury, and through the courtesy Of Col
Greenleat, camp fire was held in Caterer
Mays mammoth mess tent. Plates were laid
for 400 guests, After half hour spent in
discussing the eatables Commander Valentine
as master of ceremonies introduced some
thing like score of speakers TO the company
Secretary of State Nichols spoke for the state
of Vermont, Past Commander Patch Of Mass
achusetts for the National Encampment, G.
A. L., Col Goulding for the Governor and
staff, and II. c. Bates Of ST. Johnsbury for
Chamberlain Post, the hosts of the evening
Maj. Ira II, Evans Of Texas a native Yer
monter, urged the observance of Memorial
Day in the spirit in which the day was insti
tuted. Col. Woodbury. OF the Governors
staff introduced as ''the first Vermont man
who lost limb by a rebel bullet, made the
hit of the evening by the indescribaby droll
way in which he narrated the incidents of the
late "Nershire war, and his own part in that
memorable episode. DR.. Bullard spoke for
the medical department of the army and paid
warm tribute to the work of the SANITARY
Commission. Adiutant General KinsmAn
spoke of the rapid growth made of late by
the Grand Army in this state. When Mai.
Valentine assumed command of the Depart
ment of Vermont, he said it numbered only
$50 members to-day there are 2iOO mem
bers Eight new Posts have been organized
since last February, and five more are in
process OF organization. 1T is estimated "
he said in conclusion, that there are 5000
returned soldiers in Vermont and We mean
to have 1000 of them as members of the
Grand Army Col Greeneaf speaking for
the National Guard Of Vermont paid trib
ute TO the memory Of Col. A. W Preston of
the First Vermont Cavalry for whom the
militia camp WAS named, quoting with a voice
tremulous with emotion Gen. Clusters words
over his dead body There lies the body of
the best cavalry colonel in the Army of the
Potomac i. NJ. Morse spoke briefly for
the order Of the Sons Of Veterans Among
tine other speakers were Lieut. Tuth-
erly, Capt. Coffee, Major Fincke, and A. p.
Childs. A soldiers glee club furnished vocal
music and j. A. Markham sang Who'll Save
the Left and 'ShermRns March TO the Sea,
receiving enthusiastic and prolonged applause
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

IRON thc burlington Free Pres
But one opinion was expressed by the sold
iers and civilians Of our own aud other states
who observed the character and conduct Of
the regiment az the recent muster al S.
johnsbury and that Was that il Is a credit TO
the state. such musters IN other states are
often marked 10y disorder and drunkenness
enough to make them dreaded rather than de
sired by peaceablc people IL the localities
where they are held But the general good
of the camp at St Johnsbury WAS uubroken.
There was a fair amount Of fun and frolc
when the men were of duty as there is apt
to be- and ought TO be. where six or seven
hundred young men are together but there was
no rlotng, revelllng or disregard of the prop
erty and rights and quiet of the people Of the
nelghborhood The regiment Is commanded
by veteran soldier, who carries the scars Of
SIX serious wouud-, received N battle and
who would fight his regiment, If needed a.
ably as he commands it IL a camp OF nstruc-
ton Our state militia IN It's present form
and condition, Is cheap at its cost, and is fully
entitled TO the confidence and support of the
people Of Vermont
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w est TOWnHhead.

T. p. Barber is in Boston buying his fall
stock of goods
Quite a notable gathering took place at
Mrs. Sarah Ihompson's on the 18th inst,
the occasion being to celebrate the 9Oth birth.
day of Mrs. Olive Taft, who has resided
with her daughter for several years. Most OF
the children were present, also grandohl-
dren and great grandchildren, comprising four
generations. The family comprises eight
children the oldest &C. the youngest lo-al
of whom are living. Many presents were con.
tributed, some quite valuable, and d general
good time was had, the old lady seemingly
enjoying it as well asthe best Mrs. Taft re-
tains her faculties to remarkable degree, her
hearing and sight not in the least impaired
She occupies most of her time in knitting and
reading, and bids fair to live to celebrate her
centennial birthday. D.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14
BOntlVfIle.

H H. Richardson. son Of Mrs. b. H.
Richardson, WAS seriously injured at the steam
mill las, Saturday.
-Kev. j W. Clark Of the Troy conference
preached in the Methodist church last Sunday.
Key. i. c. Walls vacation, which begins
next week will be spent in visiting friends in
Bethel, q brother in Sheldon. and his parents
IN Massachusetts.
The second quarterly meeting Of the Meth
odist church occurs October and Con.
ference Saturday at 10 A. NJ; preparatory ser
vice at Z r. NJ. Love-feast on Sunday at lOA.
NJ preaching at A. II. by Rev. j [. Knapp
OF so. Londonderry, followed by communion
service
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14
Nsutmey.

Next Sunday the services at the Meth0-
dist church will De rs follows Love-feast a,
lU:4j A. NJ sermon and communion at I'LL.
?. NJ; evening service at 5:3U F. NJ Presid.
ing Elder Cooper will be present and otticiste
All are invited.
Lewis Gorham has sold to 5 T Whes.
four acres OF land in the village for $500
The Congre gationalist ladies are endesy.
oring to have course OF eight lectures and
entertainments this fall
DR.. II. P. Fairfield, a trance speaker will
lecture on spiritualism at the town hal OIL
Tuesday evening, Sept. %. 1t is hoped there
will be a good attendance, as Dr. Fairfield mas
the reputation Of being an eloquent speaker
and strong reasoner from his standpoint W.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

Major Fincke OF the 23d New York regi-
ment, gentleman thoroughly versed in mill
tary matters, aud who WAS in camp through.
warm praise for the Regiment and Battery in
letter to the Rutland Herald
Recognizing rs / do the fact that the diff
ferent companies OF the Regiment are unable
TO meet together but for i've days in each
year, and therefore the impossbility of drill
ing IN battalion movements, guard mounting,
diminishing and other duties / was amazed
20 witness the promptness and evident knowl.
edge OF tactics displayed by officers and men.
As General Upton the author of the present
tactics, once told the writer, i have never
seen anyone perfect IN these tactics. So,
while errors were made, the drills 10y battRl-
ion, discipline, general attention to duty,
military courtesies displayed by officers and
men well merited and heartily received the
warm Communications of military critics from
the regular army and national guard officers
of other states. The brigade guard mount
aud dress parade on Governor day by Brig
Gen Kingsley were especially fine.
The command Of the camp, the handling
Of the Regiment the courteous attention to
guests on the part Of Col Greenleaf, were
only what wa, to be expected from Yer
mont soldier and gentleman. The regiment
should take great care not to lose the services
Of such soldier as Col Greenleaf whose
quiet, dgniliod and thoroughly soldierlke
manner commanded the respect and RdmirH
ton Of all who were present
"Fullers Battery deserves prominent men
ton as a very important adjunct to the Kegi-
meut. I understand that 1t was organized
ana for several years maintained 10y Captain
Fuller al his own expense, but latterly has
become regularly enlisted in the National
Guard Of the state. The enterprise and
pluck of Captain Fuller are well demonstrat-
cd by his battery To successfully organize
and carry Oh such company unaided, shows
courage, patience and the true soldier spirit 4.
and these plainly evidenced III the pres
ent condition Of the battery. In his officers
and men, IN thoroughness Of equipment, drill
and readiness for service, Capt Fuller com.
mauds one of the finest batteries N the coun-
try. 1t Is to be hoped that he may long con
tinue at its head, aud that his courage and
perseverance, may be followed by many other
young meu Of the state
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Halifax.

Hon. Nj. ". Davis of the state board Of
agriculture will deliver the address at the
town fair, oct ..
The Sunday school picnic in district No
proved 10 be a grand success, and although
the day was an untavorably one for the occa.
sion, there was quite large attendance All
seemed to enjoy themselves. Albert Stafford
of Boston, an honored member of the y. NJ
q. A, was present and took part in the exer-
cises of the day.
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1t seems to be a year for sham fight casual
ties. The veterans in camp at Weirs, n. H.,
had an engagement yesterday, and one Of
them got bayonet wound in the head, an
other scalp wound from a gun wad and a
third broken finger. The Connecticut mi
litiamen had a sham battle the same day and
an artillerymau got his hand blown Of
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-09-14

A gratifying exhibit of southern progress is
made in the facts and figures obtained by the
New Orleans Times Democrat from the gov
ernors Of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Geor-
gia, Louisiana, Mississippi Tennessee and
Texas Taking the figures of the last census
as the basis of comparison covering the year
1873, it appears that these eight states have
added Si9i, $50, GGS to their taxable property
in the four years, and reduced the average
rate Of taxation two-thirds Of per cent The
railroad mileage has been increased over GOO0
miles in the same time, and the value Of raw
products shows an increase Of SlGg. 600. 600.
The returns Of manufactures are not com
plete, but they make remarkable showing.
The governor of Alabama reports that the 20
cotton mills in that state are paying average
dividends OF 10 per cent year that the iron
product has increased three-fold in three years,
and that the coal yield has increased in ten
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after ench number The speaking ami sing
ing continued until well toward midnight
and the old soldiers, Of whom very many
were present, regarded the camp ere as one
Of the best and most enjoyable ever held in
Nm. aLnI.-