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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Tuesday morning decidedly chilly ,.
curry at 40, aud in some places lower
Our factories have stopped for tvov,.,
for repairs. Almost everybody has ron, =.
is going visiting.
-lev. Mr.. Rice, having returned from
vacation trip, occupied his pulpit last sup5s.
Our schools commenced this wesk -.
most of the old teachers. 'l
Quite O number OF horses are for ssis b.
this vicinity, but such high prices are al ~
that no one will buy unless compelled 10
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

SOME Curious AERoNAUTIC EXPERIENCE. -
An aeronaut named Simmons, accompanied
by Sir Claude De Crespigny, recently made
balloon trip from Maldon in England to Flush
ing In Holland, the balloon during the trip
maintaining an altitude varying from 5000 to
1000 feet. Some of their experiences were
quite peculiar When over the sea at al alu.
tude OF 5000 feet they could see the bottom
clearly in every direction, every channel and
shoal being clearly marked and appearing like
network. At an altitude of lO,O 900 feet
they found their feet TO be very cold Pass.
ing into heavy bank Of mist they soon had
a magnificent picture of the balloon on the
clouds below. The figures in the balloon did
everything as the original did, even the move
ment OF the fingers being seen. Shouts were
echoed, apparently by the reflected images.
A blue serge mitt worn by Mr. Simmons was
reproduced in green on his double in the
phantom balloon The Reronauts could hear
their own hearts beating very distinctly and
their cars were occasionally blocked, but they
remedled the latter difficulty by widely open
ing their mouths. When the balloon was
over the mouth OF the West Scheldt an alu-
tude OF l700l feet was attained and intense
cold was felt.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

The Savannah Weekly Echo, a negro pa
per, alleges that within the past six months
nearly two hundred innocent law-abiding
peaceful colored people, residing in the inte-
rior of Georgia, have been murdered, shot,
whipped aud driven from their homes by
vigilance committees and ku-klux and that
the leading journals, instead Of denouncing
these outrages, keep perfectly quiet. Color
ed farmers who have been successful with
their crops, and colored teachers who have
been doing good work in the schools, have
had to leave il haste in order to save their
lives. Perhaps these statements are exag-
gerated, but there is q good deal of rufian-
ism and violence against negroes in the int
rior of Georgia, about which the principal
journals Of the state find it convenient to say
little
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
New England Pair.

The outlook for the New England Fair next
week Is very promising. The entries Of
blooded stock is the largest ever known in
the history Of the society. So many were Of.
fered that only the best were received, and
these will require the capacity of ample &C
Communications. The original plan OF accom-
modations had been doubled TO meet require
ments. Thoroughbred cattle aggregate over
400 head total head of cattle about $50
horses, 100; sheep. POO swine, $50; poul-
try will number - coops at least. The bench
show of dogs will number 200 entries The
exhibit OF agricultural implements will also
be unusually large
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

The deadlock in the Pennsylvania legisla-
ture is peculiar one. The Senate is Repub.
lican and the House is Democratic. They
cannot agree on an apportionmont bill. The
Senate, in view Of the disagreement, has vot-
ed to adjourn, but the House will not concur
Consequently the legislature is in session at q
daily cost Of $4,000. The Democratic COVER
nor influences the action Of the House The
Legislature extra session has already extend.
ed over eighty days.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

The later developments in the affairs of the
suspended Boston houses in the shoe and
leather trade call for a reversal of the earlier
Judgment concerning them. The first impress
sion was that the embarrassed houses had
failed in consequence Of transactions which
though unfortunate, were legitimate and a
part of the hazards incident to large opera
tons in any trade, but it now appears that
the great firms who attempted to control trans
actions in their line of trade had gone heavily
into the business of issuing accommodation
paper'-that is to say, to bolster one another
up they had issued notes which pretended to
represent actual business transactions, but
which, in point of fact, had no real value be-
hind them; and finally these methods brought
their natural results-failure and a general
smash
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

In allusion to the suggestion of the name
of Secretary Lincoln "the son of his father, -"
as the Republican candidate for President at
the next election. the Springfield Republican
says
Neither Mr. Lincoln nor his friends will
ask any one to give way to him He is not
an aspiraut for the presidency. As Charles
ton paper truly says Mr.. Lincoln has done
admirable work in the war department As
lawyer he is most ambitious IL the line of
his profession, and warm personal friends.
who wanted the country to see that this man
Is something more than the son Of a great
President found much difficulty in persuad-
ing him to accept place in the cabinet.
When Mr. Blaine summoned Garfelds cabi-
net to march out after him, Secretary Lincoln
declined with dignity. lie had undertaken
an important public work and remained with
President Arthur to master It. The episode
illustrates the man. He has clear sense gen.
ulne ability and tremendous power Of
work. These qualities made Mr. Lincoln
respected at home, and they are commend
ing him more and more to the country But
no one need infer because the newspapers
have become better acquainted with Robert
Lincoln that he Is casting envious thoughts
toward the White House Events which
have passed into the nations history made
Washington life anything but attractive TO
the son of Abraham Lincoln. and one who
saw the inside life OF that lonely man aud
martyr will not be easily dRzzled by the
glamour which is supposed to hang about the
chief executive office 1t may as well be IN
derstood that there will be no Lincoln dele
gates elected to the national convention by
consent of the secretary of war, and the OPP
portunity of returning to Chicago and the
practice of law will not be unwelcome to
him"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
CIaremont Campm~-tipr,

Last Sunday some GOOO people were OIL the
grounds. The morning sermon was preached
by Rev. A. b. Truax of Brattleboro In the
afternoon Rev Ira Mccain of Bellows Falls
preached an impressive and eloquent sermon
from the text, Il am not ashamed of the Cos
pei, for it is the power of God unto saliva.
ton The womRn's missionary meeting was
held in the afternoon. Sermons were preach
ed during the week by presiding elders Coop
er and Jasper also by Rev. h G. Forrest Of
Wilmington, Rev. H. +. Austin Of Bellows
Falls, Rev. W. N. ellis of Mechancsville,
Rev J. Noyes Of Winchester, Rev. J.E Knapp
of Londonderry. and others. In point Of hsT-
mony, good order, spiritual power and prob.
able benefit the meeting has never been sur.
passed. The services closed MONDAY evening
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Postmaster General Gresham surprised At
lanta, Ga, Saturday, by removing Postmas
ter Conley and five assistants 1t appears
that some time ago a deficiency Of several
thousand dollars was discovered, when the
blame was charged by Conley on the cashier
of the office, and the loss was made good.
But Gen. Gresham was not satisfied and a
further examination showed that the cashier
assumed the responsibility for the deficit be
cause be had been induced to do so. Appar
emily our new postmaster general is not a mar
TO be trifed with
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
ToWmahend.

Cold and dry is the rule here. Potatoes
have suffered severely from the drought, yet
there will be fair crop. No crop OF rowen.
Hon Ira X. Batchelder and S j. Wins
low, ID. are taking trip to Saratoga and Vi
ciuity IN their own carriages.
-Esv. John Wood formerly pastor Of the
Congregational church here but now living in
Fitchburg, Mass, is visiting IN town, accom-
panied by his wife
Rector Collins Of Brsttieboro held a short
Episcopal service here Tuesday evening-the
first ever held here-the Baptist society hay
ing kindly offered their church for the pur-
pose.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
VVest ChesIerlieId.N. Ia.

The funeral of Geo. d. Scott, who died
at the Concord, N. H., insane hospital on the
10th inst, occurred at the church on the after,
noon Of the 23rd, and was attended by Rev.
H. b. Morgan. Mr. Scot, leaves o wife and
three small children.
Ora Farr Snow, e we'll known aud C.
spected citizen, died at his home on the 2Gth
inst, Mr., Snow has been a sufferer for over
two years past with the grim tyTant cOnsump.
tion, and bore his trials with fortitude Mr..
Snow was believer in the christian religion
as taught by the Universalist doctrine, and
was church going man. He WAS little past
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Over 800 people Of the First Coupreg.
tional church met IN the lecture room T6s.5s,
evening 10 bid farewell 10 Rev. Nj Eicbs,t
son and family. Il II Porter gave Mr. Rir,
Grdsou, IN behalf Of the Sunday school a,
elegant gold watch chain and seal aud fro,-
the church and society a Remington tvrs
writer and travelling bag Mrs Richards,
was given a silver service Of seven pieces AMI
each Of the five children a silver napkip.rIpg
and gold piece. The aggregate value Of us
presents was $3.50
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
WIIIIanasvIIIe.

The village school Is TO commence next
Monday IN the new building, Miss Alice
Stratford, teacher. There has been no school
this summer.
Mrs. Knowles and son from New York
and Miss Hattie Taylor from Boston have
visited at Mrs. Il. 4. Jones. Mrs Geo. A.
Morse aud daughter, Mrs Magoou from
Philadelphia, are stopping there also.
Several small parties visited Lake Pleas
ant last week
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Senator Sherman addressed large and en-
thusiastic Republican meeting at Findlay, o.,
Saturday, and was received with great cor
diality. After the usual references to our
national prosperity and the glorious past he
specified the issues Of the pending Ohio cam
paign to be first the Scott law, and second
shall we, in framing our tariff laws stand
on the general principle Of so taxing foreign
goods as to protect, foster and diversity Am
erican industry - He then made an argu-
ment in favor of protection He is reported
as being as being entirely satisfied with the
Republican position in Ohio and confden. Of
q Republican triumph
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
Local Intelligence.
Announcements.

We notice iu Ranger q Thompsous showcase some
beautiful pieces Of solid silver suitable for wedding
presents, which they have received from The manu-.
facturers this week
For Banks of all kinds call at ". l.. Geddst Boob
store, formerly Joseph steonb.
TENEMENT TO RrNT, rear OF Miss Daltou's, Asy-
lum street Apply ON the prenises
The old reliable Hartford Nov York, reuusy l,auta
aud foreign fire Insurance companies represented boy
Cudworth Childs afford absolute protection. The
bestis the safest 30 the end.
PicruEE FRAMEs are cheap at Cheney d CHpps.
EvEuY uoUsE-KEIrtn should have bottle Of our
Enamel Furniture polsh. Sample free.
HEERY C. WILLARD
ARTISTIC pIcrUnE FnAMiSa at Cheney a Capps
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

According to Israel Wood 25 inches Of
rain have fallen since Jan. LIST Only ? inch
es Of rain fell in August
There was light frost here on Tuesday
morning, but little or no damage was done.
The fall term Of Glenwood seminary
opened Wednesday morning with between ~
and so pupils and a prospect Of 100 or more
during the term.
Five persons from this place have been
III attendance upon the annual session Of the
Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle at
Chauiauqua lake, n. T.. and au interesting
episode Of their visit ID chronicl,d under the
proper heading elsewhere.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Il years Of age, and was known assh.,
working economical farmer and oble''l
ueighbor He was tgico married and i.s.s
wife, two sons and daughter. and ~,
brother, Mayor VIM. L. SNOW Of McKee,.
Va His funeral was held on the 2stb a.s
was attended by Rev H. b. Morgan aug
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Senator Eimuuds it is said, will introduce
and pres bill for a government telegraph
The country les not likely to approve Of this
undertaking until 1t Is demonstrated that
private competence is impossible But it il
refreshing 10 see one statesman who doesn't
stop 10 see what effect given course which
he approves. will have on his presidential
prospects before entering boldly upon it.
The people like courage and directness aud
the Vermont senator is fear less aud straight
going man
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

The English parliament was prorogued on
Saturday. Mr.. Gladstone though still strange.
ly and stupidity abused by some Of the Irish
leaders, has enacted some wise legislation for
Ireland in face of bitter opposition be has
passed bill sanctioning al expenditure of
81, 25O, 600 on the needs of Irish fishers a
laborers homestead bill and bill appropri.
ating 81 600 600 for building tramways. The
latter bill will give employment to persons
now in need Of support In the same statute
are provisions for applying 100000 out of
the surplus of the Irish church for the aid Of
those who wish 10 change their homes, one.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Henry c. Lane, Esq, who has been sick
for the past month with spinal trouble, is
again able to be out on the street
Miss Susie /. Leach returned home on
Wednesday evening from q European trip Of
two months She reports very pleasant
time
Mr. c. c, Campbell will recover his
building with slate this fall. Mr. Campbells
health has not been very good since his return
from his cotton plantation in Mississippi.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

There will be a Sunday school picnic in
District No. on Saturday, Sept S, at A.
N. The committee of arrangements are Mr.
and Mrs Willie Dennisou, Mr. and Mrs. Allie
Prouty and Mr.. and Mrs. Willis Brown, to
whom all contributions should be made and
all orders addressed cordial invitation is
extended to all, and d good time may be e1-
pected.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

There is a renewed demand from many
quarters for the passage of national bank
rupt law by the next Congress. The New
York Times is OF the opinion, however, that
the effort will not prove successful. The
measure which failed last year was framed
with great care, and probably offered as few
Objectionable features as any that could be
framed for the consideration of the next Con
gress. The Democratic majority in the House
is not likely to favor sound law on the sub.
jeot, and much opposition will be encountered
from what are known as the debtor states. 1t
Is true that the interests Of honest debtors
would be as much served by proper bank
ruPt law as those Of creditors could be. but
the Times fears that the average Democratic
representative knows little and cares less for
the views or the real interests of honest debt
ors. As, however, the need of q good law is
very great, it will be of advantage to the
country to have the matter again brought IN
der discussion, even if no immediate result is
attained
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

News from the seat of the French war in
Tonquin is to the effect that the assailants
have bombarded and captured the forts and
batteries at the mouth of the Hue river after
brill ant land attack. The operations oc-
CURED on the 18th, 18th and goth inst Sew
en- hundred Annamites are said to have been
killed in the engagement, while the only cas-
ualties suffered by the French were several
men slightly wounded. The French admiral
has granted truce and NJ Harmand, the
French civil commissioner il Tonquin, has
gone to Hue, the capital of AMMAN, to nego-
tiate with the Annamite court, which is great
ly alarmed at the movements Of the French
The French pretensions, however, have had
the natural effect of exciting Chinese jealousy,
and the would-be protector" of the country
will be likely to ind that they have more
formidable power to reckon with than AMMAN.
Upon the whole, France will be very fortunate
if she gets out of her Asiatic enterprise with
a balance on her side of the account
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Elder Fassett will preach in the chapel
next Sunday at 1880 A. II. aud 1870 J.. AZ.
A. Siebbins commenced filling bis slo
Tuesday.
&C. T. b. Haskell has bought Mrs L S
Woods hopse
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
Hernardston, Nass

Two cows and two sheep belonging Z,
Gilbert Barber were killed by the cars Tue.
day morning.
There was sufficient frost Tuesday MON
ing to kill tender vegetation.
Powers Institute opened Wednesday with
II uupilg
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

The select school to be taught by u. /.
Mansfield will begin next Monday, Sept 3.
F. j. Bailey has sold Mrs NJ L LAYTON s
farm TO Benjamin Snow OF Luuenburg. Mas.
for $500. Mr. Snow is a large real estate
owner III Worcester county, Mass, but he ev-
identiy has good opinion Of Connecticut riy-
er farms. this being the third one be has pur-
chased IN this county.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

A sensational report was telegraphed from
Ogden, Utah, Saturday, to the effect that a
party Of cowboys and Indians is bent on kid
mapping President Arthur and holding him
for heavy ransom The Presidential party
is now in the National Park.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
GBrOrrmont 4Brnit,
RHATTLERORO.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 81. 1883.

Advance sheets Of the abstract Of assess.
ment returns furnished by the secretary Of
state show that the total valuation Of Nei
mont is SlGo. 022, 500 against SlG7, 1888, oOJ
last year The real estate valuation has fall.
en- of about 81 $50, 600.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Lecture at Union hall Tuesday evening
Sept 4. at $50, by Alrs. Tracy Cutler, who
will speak IN behalf Of the New England Wo
man Suffrage Association Subject 'Lqua
Rights
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Tho fire company Of this place. entered
as Unknown, No. D. took the FIRST prize mon
ey at the hremans muster at Manchester yes
terday. The competing companies were from
the state OF Now York
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Mrs. j. Gleason received some painful
bruises from fall down the cellar stair last
evening.
"A. ?. Graham il about putting in new
engine.
Allison Benson has moved to Jamaica
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

We are indebted to Mrs. Edward Clark
for subscription to "The Christian at Work
Seventeen now members have been received
since our rooms were opened. Have you
joined II not, we invite you to do 30. We
very often have young men calling upon US,
making inquiries for boarding places and for
work. II persons keeping boarding houses
will please leave us their names, we shall be
very grateful also those having employment
will confer a favor by calling upon us when
in need Of help, or sending US their names.
ELnnI-rA
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

-k-v. L. ". Whitney will preach il the
Jniversalist church next Sunday at 2.3D J.. ri.
All are invited
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

The following correspondence puts an end
to one Of the worst pieces Of defamation which
Dorsey and the Democratic papers have tried
TO fix upon Gen Garfelds character:
JAMESTOWN, l.. l., July IS, 1883.
Dear Sir: am an old friend OF Stanley Matthews
and took an active part In having him confirmed.
am sorry TO see that New York papers charge that you
agreed 20 subscribe large 10 TO the Garfield cleo
ton fund upon bargain with Garfield that he would
II elected president send 90 the senate the name Of
Stanley Matthews TO Ill vacancy occasioned by any
resignation, death, or otherwise on the supreme
bench.
Will you be so kind as to tell me frankly whether
there is any truth in this whether you made any
arrangement at all TO have him placed upon the su.
preme bench feel that i have right 90 ask this
OF you, because worked hard and IN good faith for
his confirmation, having known him from boyhood
and believed in his great ability and IN his integrity
Very truly yours, WASHINGTON MCLEAN.
To Jay Gould, New York City
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Good health is the greatest Of fortunes no remedy
mas 50 often restored this prize TO the suffering ~
Hoode sarsspaTilla. Try At.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Jacksonville.

The agricultural society have decided L
hold their annual fair October I'd
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31
SCUM Lonaondcrr, .

oral being quite low with no prospect Of i'm
nrnvnmnnl
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Divine service in Christ church next sun
day At 3.3u T. 81.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Elder Moody will preach here next sun
day at II Al
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-08-31

Tho full Frst Regiment band will give %
grand concert at the town hall on Monday
evening. Sept. 3l A nominal admission fee
Of 10 cents will be charged. a portion OF
the seats will be reserved for ladies. The
programme, given below, embraces some
new selections and is Of variety aud char
The new North-west. [volume] (Deer Lodge, Mont.) 1869-1897, 1883-06-08

A recent number of the New York Tri
o,me c',ntains an interesting article, showing
how Sunday is passed in the great city o
New York, with Its population now mum
bering million and quarter Of people.
The church membership is given II nearl,
one-half the population, or 6OO, 600 members
of which 100000 are by estimate credited te
the Roman Catholics, but Of this there Is nc
actual enrolment; there are 100, 900 enrolled
members among the Protestant churches
The Catholics have 100 churches, the Prot.
estants $40, total 500 churches. The Prot.
estanis have S65 Sunday schools, and ll9,
scholars attend. Catholic Sunday school.
not given.
As to Sunday amusements In summer,
about 5000 persons leave the city for excur.
sions into the country and the sea shores.
The Germans, of whom there are about 250,.
600 In the city, visit the beer gardens In large
numbers. Central Park receives 100000
visitors on Sunday. Only one or two libra
ries are open on this day. At which the At
tendance is about 1000. As for drunkenness
and other crimes, there IL trinlng let up on
Sunday; the average number Of daily arrests
10 1893; the average for Sunday b l62. Nom
day, 227. On Sunday evenings there are .
few concert halls and beer song places open,
visited, In the aggregate, BY about ten thous-
and persona.