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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22
Terrible s1TaIIs OF the a5TeeIy H,


OF the elimination of Lieut.. Kislingbury's
body at Rochester, N. Y, because of the
charge of cannibalism, the despatch gays
'"Hhe work Of opening the heavy iron recep-
tacle was found comparatively easy, all there
was to do being to unscrew the 81 iron bolts
which held down the lid. Between the COW
or and the contents Of the coffin there was
some rubber packing saturated with white
lead, and white lead also surrounded the bolts
and joints. The coverings Of the body were
removed and the truth was out at last. Lieut..
Kislingbury had died of starvation, and tho
mutilation of his body was done by men
whom the agonies of starvation had made
temporarily irresponsible for their acts. The
physicians swore and subscribed TO an affida-
Wit embodying description of the corpse,
showing conclusive proof of cannibRlism,
but no evidence of violence before death, and
the body was reinterred."
Lieut.. Greedy says of the disclosures re-
garding the condition of Lieut.. Kislingbury's
body that 1t was horrible news to him. All
these disclosures, he says, came upon him
with awful suddenness and have caused him
more mental anguish than all the experiences
from which he suffered in the north. The
lieutenant says that he can but report that If
there was any cannibalsm the man eating was
done in secrecy, without his knowledge, and
contrary to his discipline. THE crow of the
Thetis," he says, ''cRn testify that the body
of the last man dead Schneider, was not mu-
tilated in any way, and the fact that we kept
Ellison alive in the hopeless state We were in
ought TO convince anybody that We are not
cannibals-at least, not an organized body of
cannibals.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

kick Hon. Geo. H. Tendloton out Of the Unit
ed States Senate because ho dared to stand
sponsor in that body for Mr. Eaton's reform
bill which to-day makes II possible to have %
government Gle ks appointed without parti.
san bias. Does the Times think that party
would be likely to honestly enforce that
law Docs Il not rather know that Tia pres.
ont po7.tion is inconsistent, dishonest and nm.
tCuablc
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

Tho letters elsewhere printed on the pro,
posed removal of the county buildings TO
Brattleboro make interesting reading, but we
advise our Newfane friends not to let them
selves be worried or excited over the matter,
for the county buildings are likely to remain
with them-tor another two years at least,
and we should like to have them believe that
We speak the truth when VIC say that Brattle-
boro people Are not at the bottom of the
present movement. 1t is the privilege of
people in Rockingham, or any other town
that finds Brattleboro a more convenient cen
tire, to ask to have this made the county seat,
but Brattleboro will break no pledges and
make no move in the matter unless it becomes
evident that there is a general desire in the
county that a change should be made.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

president ANDREW D. WHITE of Cornell University J
1 DARE NOT CAST VOTE TO bring IN tic
party ,odicd has opposed all tic healdtW and
statesmanlikC measures Of tie last 80 years.
and aolicb seems TO nc sure, ShouM ii come in
to po,rcr, TO gitiato and nullity tho ci0ilscroicc
system ,ohich has been 50 happily Carried out
thus far, and irhicd can only be dereloped By
the Republican party IN accordance eoih the
principles laid do5nn in its platform and The
Uirtudl pledges contained in Mr.. Blaine's lct-
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22
Bellows Fails.

Tho cornerstone OF the new Catholic
church was laid last Sunday morning in the
presence OF q large congregation, Bishop De-
Goesbriand of Burlington officiating, The
new church is to be q handsome structure OF
brick and granite.
The Republican rally las; Friday evening
was a great success. handsome banner
was raised and atterward Hon. A. W. Beard
of Boston and several local speakers address
ed an audience which filled tho hall.
Tomorrow, Saturday, the Republicans
will hold meetings both afternoon and even
ing and great time is expected. Congress
man Horr of Michigan and G. @. Frost of
will all carry passengers for half fare.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

The Tribune declares that news from diff
ferent sources by telegraph and reports at
the national committees rooms show that
the Republicans have more than good fight
ing chance in Virginia this fall as well as in
West Virginia. A strong feeling against the
free trade doctrines of the Democrats and in
favor of legitimate protection for American
manufactures inclines many business men in
favor of Blaine and Logan.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

The New York Tribune has been looking
up Gov. Clevelands record while he was
sheriff of Erie county and finds that his in
stinets as "reformer" did not develop at
that period of his life. Tie record shows
that no increased his charges S13, 266. SO over
the amount allowed his Democratic predeces-
sor. OF this amount at least 81, All. so was
wholly without legal warrant and the super
visors refused to pay it. Mr.. Cleveland has
never put in a second claim to the county for
that sum, of which payment was refused
thus acknowledging that the charges were
unjust, He increased his charges for hang
ing a man Sl43.75 over the rate fixed by the
supervisors. In fact for almost everything
he charged more than his predecessor, and
got tho benefit of a law lobbed through at
Albany during his term, still further increas-
ing his compensation on civil business for
which clients and not the county had to pay.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

The NEW ORLEANS "WoRLD's FAIR" to be
opened next December, was first intended TO
commemorate the centennial of the ship.
ment of six bags Of cotton from Charleston,
s. c., to England, in 1884, but its SCOPE has
been enlarged so as to embrace all industries.
The buildings vii! be larger than those at the
Philadelphia centennial the machinery hall
alone will be 1900 feet by 800 feet and cover
80 acres. Congress has made q loan of
S1,000,0 900 in favor Of the exposition. The
United States government will make a special
exhibit, and largo building is being erected
for its accommodation in the group of expo
sition buildings. The Mexican government
has appropriated 5000, OOO and will erect a
special building for its unique display. The
Central American republics will be fully rep
resented for the first time among the great
nations of the earth
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

We print Gov. Cleveland's letter of &C
ceptance in full to-day. 1t is great deal
shorter than Mr.. Blaine's but this isn't the
most important difference. between the two.
The real difference is thasAIr. Blaine's letter
shows genuine grasp of national affairs, and
an ability to discuss them, which Cleveland's
does not
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

School in Districts No. and . began on
Monday, Miss Alice Eddy of Townshend teach
ing the former and Miss Matte Fuller of
Brattleboro the latter.
"A party of 10 of our young people went
to Athens west pond with four-horse team
on Wednesday Of last week, taking their din
It and suppee with them. On Thursday
evening the same party was invited to spend
the evening at j. b. Stebbins's, whore the
time was passed very pleasantly with music,
conversation, etc.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

Mr.. Hendrickss letter of acceptance ap-
peared on the day following that of Gov.
Cleveland. 1t is about 20 lines long, and says
absolutely nothing beyond approving the
platform aud expressing appreciation of 'the
high honor done him.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

For Senators,
HENRY D. HOLTON Of Brattlcboro,
OSCAR II. GARFIELD of Townshend.
For Assistant Judges,
II. W. CLARKE Of Drattlcboro,
L. s. WALKER of Grafton.
For States Attorney,
FRANCIS A. BOLLES OF Rockingham.
For Sheriff,
J.HENRY RGDDER Of wilmington.
For High Bailif,
GEO. Z. SELLECK Of Brattlcboro.
For Probate Judges,
ROYALL TYLER Of Brattlcboro,
ABISIIAI STODDARD Of Westminster.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

The practical working OF the civil service law within
ns limited scope is shown by tho appointment of 20
clerks yesterday in the pension bureau. They were
selected from o. who stood highest az the result of
competitive examination. One-half Of them were
from the District OF Columbia, aud have no vote In
national elections, from Maryland, which is hope
lessy opposed TO the national naturalization In poll
tics. The party proclvites Of the appointees we're
unknown. The essential aim Of the law which is 10
separate the service from politics, in this case
conspieuOusly carried out and the law be relied
on, when extended and II honestly enforced TO ac-
oOmplish this purpose always aud eyerywherc.-Neg
York Times, 1911 inst.
The New York Times, which has always ar
rOgsted to itself claim to be the foremost
newspaper advocate of ciyil-serviee reform,
is to-day doing its best to elect the candidates
of that party which made indecent haste to
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

The work which every earnest Republican
in every Windham county town should charge
himself with for the next ten days is to see
that full Republican vote is brought out for
the state and county ticket on Sept. I'd.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

FOR GOVERNOR,
SAMUEL E. PING II L E,
or HARTFORD.
FOR LIEUTENANT.GOVERNoR
EBENEZER J. ORMSBE L
OF BRANDON.
FOR TREASURER,
WILLIAM II. DUBOIS,
OF WEST RANDOLPH.
FOR SECRETARY OF STATE,
CHARLES w. PORTER,
OF MONTPELIER.
FOR AUDITOR,
L. HENRY POWELL,
OF RIcHFoRD.
FOR PRESIDENTIAL ELECTORS,
JoD. HATCH, of Burlington.
HIRAM HARLOW, of Windsor.
GEORGE T. CHILDs, of st. Adams.
Z. @. RED1NdToN, of Bradford.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22
Local Intelligence,
Announcements.

Bernords Aromatic Toilet and Shaving Soap is for
sale by Goo. D.. Greene Brattloboro, and W. H. Alloy
ander, West Bmuleboro. Tho host In the world. n.
J.. Hosford, Agent.
Dc It known to all poreons that salishuryH Hotel
and Dining Rooms furnish 20 an cufiomor1 meals
from s. u. 10 T.. NJ. Free from any intoxicating
drinks. Good lodging. GEo. II. sALHBuRY.
LINEN GLosa the best starch polish in use, for sale
by II. O. willard.
PANS GREEN Ilclloboro and Insect Powder ut VIII
lard's. Try my Carpet-Dug Destroyer.
Anrsuo PIcrunEFRAMIso at Cheney ClarpH.
Tho old reliable Hartford, Now York, Pennsylvania
and foreign IRE insurance companies represented by
Cudworh Chlds afford absolute protection. The
bcstis tho safest in tho end.
pfcrUHE FRAMES are cheap at Cheney Clapps.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

According to the Burlington Free Press the
Republican bolt in Franklin county, on the
county ticket, is likely to be a serious one.
The disaiTection arises from the feeling
against St. Adams on account of the financial
troubles there, and is not aimed alone at Guy
c. Noble, one of the candidates for the Senate.
Mr. Noble is personally respected and popu-
lar, and the opposition to him is largely OPP
position to the Central Vermont railroad com.
pany, of which ho has been an attorney
The Free Press says "At present things arc
mixed in franklin county, and the only Ger
tain thing is that large vote will be poled
and big majority is ensured for the statr
ticket, against which there is no bolt or kick
ing in the county"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22
Thrcc Months for 25 Gents.

THE PHRNIX will be sent to any address from
this date to tho close of the Presidential campaign for
g6 ceHta.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

In spite of Rev. DR.. winnings 'vindica-
ton" of Gov. Cleveland on which the Dem
ocrats have 80 much relied for in Auence with
the public, tho New York Independent with
draws its support from him, takes back ev-
erything it has published in his favor, and
declares that it can have no share in further
ing his election. 1t pronounces his candidacy
a disgrace, and calls for his withdrawal. The
Independent WAS among the first of the reli-
gious papers to speak in Cleveland's favor.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22
Dum aeFsBOm.
grTKINg win u0NFV

Some one from the city spending q short
vacation in town, visited BRtlleboro in the
meantime, and, while looking about the com
etery south Of the village, discovered large
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

windham County Nominations.

For Representative in Congress,
WILLIAM w. CIRCUIT, of Barton.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22
The independents in Council.

county convention, or conference OF In
dependents was held ut Crosby hall yesterday
afternoon. The attendance was small, and
we believe only ono town beside Brattloboro
was represented. DR.. Tucker was made
chairman of tho meeting and N. II. Spencer
Of Dover clerk. II was voted to sustain tho
Republican county ticket. Consultation was
had as to the advisability Of holding state
convention to nominate mn Independent State
ticket Geo E. Crowcll and S. H. Warren,
of Brattloboro, n. H. Spencer of Dover, II.
o. Peabody of Londonderry, and Mr.. Dem
ing of Wilmington woro named as delegates
to such convention should it be held
The following resolutions were adopted
Beso'rtd, That while recall with pride the glori
Gus achievements OF the Republican party under tho
aud Wilson, we cannot shut our eyes to tho reckless
extravaganza and wholesale corruption which has
characterized its later days forget that a front
ranks are now crowded with the Robesons Bnd Bel
knapF, the kCters and DOrseys and Blhines and that
such the men that the grand old party to-day
delights to honor.
Hc,oirti, That in the selection of James q. Blaine
as the Republican standard,hearer, we recognize the
triumph Of the worst element of the party; and, be
heyug that his official record has plainly proved his
untness for the high position to which he has been
nominated, we hereby pledge to him our hearty and
iuleGiblc opposition.
Rssolrci That We are in favor of a practical appli
cation OF civil service reform in all the departments
national, state and municipal government, and vii
our best Efforts 10 secure the nomination and cleo
tOn of such men are known TO be the open and de
tcrmiucd enemies Of the present dsreputablc spo
system.
E.,o'rti, That We are unal,craby opposed TO polit
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

The little city of Avoka, Mimi, was burn
ed on Saturday for the third time in its exist
enoe.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22
GBeUermont 9Benit,
BRATTLEBORO.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 1884
nn1 nrnnI,Itenn TicLct.


rOR PRESIDENT,
JAMES G. BLAIN e,
OF MAINE.
FOR vICE-PREsIDENT,
JOHN A. LOG AN,
OF ILLINOIS.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1884-08-22

The Brattleboro bicycle club races an
nounced for last Saturday afternoon on the
grounds of the old Windham county park
association, came of according to program
with very good attendance. The track was
in poor condition, however, and fast time was
an impossibility. Messrs o. A. Marshall and
w. s. McKenney acted as judges. The first
race was for the Ohilds medal, and open only
to members of the club, distance three
miles. The contestants were Clifton l.. Sher-
man, Chas II. Crosby and Fred T. Reid
Sherman took the lead and held it easily, max
ing the distance in 10 minutes 81 seconds,
with Crosby second. Reid was in poor con
dition, and gave up on the first mile exhaust
ed In the second race, for machines under
so inches, with prizes of S. SO, 81, the CON
testants were Ed. ii. Anterior, Frank Cros-
by, Fred @. Stedman and Chas. II. Thomp-
son. Distance one mile. Atherton won in
4;l5t, followed by Thompson, Crosby and
Stedman in the order named Next in order
was a hRlf-mile dash without hands for
prizes of 50 and 81, in which O. II. Crosby
and O. L. Sherman were the only contestants.
This proved the most exciting race OF the Sc
ries. Crosby took the lead, but Sherman
proved the most powerful rider, passing him
when three-fourths of tho way around, and
came in a few feet ahead time, 2:O3. The
fourth race was two-mile, open 10 all anna
.eurs, with prizes of 50, IS, and 81, and the
contestants, naming them in the order of
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1884-03-11
Foot and Mouth Disease.

Kansas City, 10 Topeka advices
state that Major Sims returned
yesterday from the District infected
by fo0t and mouth disease. The
district, thirty-f FIVE miles in area, Is
now rigidly quarantined, and every
effort will be made to stamp out the
disease. DIR. H0Icomb visited Chase
County, upon the report that the
disease had appeared there, and az
ter careful examination pronounced
the herd in question free from di.
sease. A public meeting will be
held at NeoshO Falls tomorrow,
when a systematic movement will
be at once insugurated. 1t is pro-
posed to buy all infected cattle, kill
them and burn their bodies. The
railroa Is In the district have given
assurance OF their cooperation in
the work OF preventing the spread
of the disease. Reports from the
northern, western and southern
parts of the State liz dicate that
cattle and sheep are in good condi-
ton,
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1884-03-11
The Cattle Plague.

Cheyenne, 9.-The appearance OF
the foot and mouth cattle desease In
Maine and Kansas creates great
alan In among cattle men OF the west
The Wyoming stock growers asso-
citation will take immediate steps 70
quarantine the territory and extlr-
pate the afflicted cattle. Should the
desease appear here, the association
has legal authority, ADD indemnify
funds are raised for the purpose.
The association have dispatched the
governors of adjoining states and
territories, urging the enforcement
of quarantine regulations against AZ
fecIed cattle and infected districts,
and the extermipa 'ion Of the disease
by the destruction of the animals.
Should the d sease break out in the
respective states snt territories.
Governor Hale, Of this Territory, is
in hearty accord with the assocla-
ton, and will use his full legal
authority to protect this territory
sgainst the disease.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1884-03-11
City Gossip.

The "Carnival Club" will h..
one OF the most fashionable stt Ave
aness at their masquerade bail ' enc,
Friday night, the 14tb a. Ae S
M srk's Schoolhouse. The HFpot q.
dude will be there. AALD
The horrible avalanche at Az.
certain to be- followed bv otSI Is
slides. The Vallejo slide is tbonn net
to be cure to come, and if ,S
should occur the whole of Ala H e1Is
be swept away and covered Owe, III
A lady has gone delirious in a..
twentieth ward, over the thono cIe
that her husband has been the 81
tim of an accident at Alta. II 10 ~ y.
present impossible to obtain mail az
news of any kind from that cam VI
For fear that it may not have -
CURED to the Governor, we will sT W.
gest that he is losing a golden o rs
pOrtRnl y in not making his az
proval OF the appropriation biI1
conditional upon the ret I'm of thoaa
papers. They ought to b0
worth more than the conlirmstioS
OF few nominees. ''u
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1884-03-11
The Collins Funeral

Cork, 9.-The bodies of Jerome j I.
Collins and mother we're removed
this morning from their temporal
resting place to Queenstown Cathe'
dral. After high mass the process
sion, comprising the trades eullds,
town commissioner and 5000 pr1'
vate citizens escorted the remains
10 the Admiralty pier. where they
were placed on beard the steamer
Elm. Being accompanied Dy the
mayor aud corporation OF Cork, aud
he immediate friends of the de-
ased, the river procession started
for Cork. the Erin leading, followed
by two steamers crowded with clti-
zens, the British admirals Pinnacle
and mau-Of-war Tender, with blue
Jackets, and a customs launch, upon
which was Pratt, American consul
at Cork. All vessels in the process
sion had flags at halt mast, as also
had the shipping in the harbor. On
reaching Cork, in spite OF the in
cIemency of the weather sn i'm.
mense procession formed consisting
of the town corporation, students of
Queens college, Catholic clergymen,
merchants and trade smen also j Ohm
and William Re imond and Michael
Davis. The cortege wended to
Currah Cappesne, mile from town,
where the bodies were inferred.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1884-03-11
One Cash Captured.

Columbia, S. c., 9.-Began Cash
escaped to tbs swsmps, but Colonel
Cash, father of Began, is a captive.
Last night posse of twelve men
commanded by Chief of state Con
stable Richberg, left the city under
orders from the governor to proceed
to Chesterfield county and capture
w. B. Cash, who killed u. It.
Richards, town marshal of Cher.
ava, and whom the governor had
proclaimed a fugitive from justice.
The posse arrived at Cash's place
this morning and surrounded the
residence of Colonel E. B. Cash,
father OF the fugitive, who was ar
rested. Began Cash, sleeping In an
escaped to the swamps
which are DOW being searched. Z.
B. Cash, discovering at picket day
break. armed himself al d attem pied
to escape, but he ran against mem
Der of the posse who levelled his
rifle and compelled Cash to drop his
weapon.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1884-03-11
Postal Gard Decrease.

Washington, 9.-Since the intro,
duction Of two-cent letter postage
there has been an unexpected re-
duction in the number of postal
cards issued. For five years the
average annual increase in the issue
has been IA per cent. Since July
1st there has been an increase of IS
per cent. in adhesive stamps, and 25
per cent. in the stamped envelope
Issue. During those eight months
the issue OF postal cards has only
reached 256.552,750, as against 26O,>
226,250 for the corresponding period
OF the preceding year. In conse-
quence OF the decreased demand for
postal cards, the Postmaster>Gen.
erai sent a letter to the Speaker OF
the House informing him that the
estimates for the cost of manufac.
turing cards for the next fiscal year
may be reduced S35. 900.