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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
ANeM WAY 20 Cheat.

Cutting down barrels is queer process
and a dishonest one, but it has so far proved
profitable to the commission merchants who
practice it. The "cutting down" is very sim
Pile, says the Philadelphia Press. Barrels of
ordinary size that have been used before are
sent by the commission merchants and mar
ket farmers to secondhand oooperages, where
a couple of inches are dexterously cut off the
top or a stave or two is taken out of the side
of the barrels, which are then hoped up by
the cooper as full sized. This extra inch cut
off barrel IS inches high, containing three
bushels, saves one-half peck to the barrel,
and that is an important item to large hand
lers of farm products At this season sweet
potatoes, apples, pears and cranberries are
the principal products shipped in barrels, and
the extra profit derived from this trick is in
the aggregate immense.
at is very simple" said brawny cooper,
with his sleeves rolled up and his hammer
lifted in the air, land very easily done. You
see this croze? p
The 'croze" is the little groove cut in the
slaves near the heads of a barrel into which
the head boards are fitted.
"Well, the space from this croze to the top
is called the chine of the barrel We Just
cut this chine completely off, cut new
croze an inch or two below, as the case may
be, and put in the head and top hoops as be-
fore. No one but regular cooper would de.
tect the difference between such barrels and
full-sized ones, even when placed side by side,
but the difference counts, you bet"
There are about 40 second hand cooper
ages in this city. The largest of them some
times turn out as many "cut- downs" as 500 a
week. The Jersey and Delaware farmers
and commission merchants give the bulk of
the orders for these barrels, which are ship
ped empty in large quantities to the farmers,
and there filed with produce.
1t is estimated that nearly one-half of the
fruit sent out of the city and sold by meas
ure is shipped in barrels of less that legal
capacity, and the consequent saving to the
merchants by this swindle can well be esti-
mated as absolutely enormous.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
What Quo,a,ion- Mean.

When one sees a list of quotations of any
market commodity, be is apt to select the top
figures as fairly representing what be himself
may have to sell and yet the average man
is not entitled to and cannot obtain these fig
ures Why not? Because the average mans
production is not as good as it should be.
Every man should aim to be at the top of the
market There is always room there, and
vastly more people should get there than do
30 under existing conditions. 1t is not that
the markets are often over. quoted it is sim
ply that the beef, or mutton, or butter, or
fruit, or whatever it may be, is under quality
Perhaps half our producers could without
great difficulty get much nearer the top than
they do Why don't they y-ETchdHge,
Market quotations of farm produce are not
made by farmers, but generally by dealers,
who are interested in making prices appear
as low as possible. Their quotations of prod
uce at wholesale represent what they are will
ing to pay rather than the top prices. The
quotations published in many of the agricul-
tursl papers correspond exactly with the quo
tations in circulars sent out to their customers
by dealers in produce. The prices are fgur-
ed as basis for satisfactory returns to their
customers, who, of course, feel pleased to
get the full price or little more than the
full price quoted. The paragraph from an
exchange, which we copy above, is well
enough for those who have a POOR article to
sell, but those who really have produce of
extra quality should be able to sell it above
the ordinary market quotations. Adairyman
who keeps between 20 and 30 COWS, and who
has reputation for making the finest butter,
=, 80 30 . hau pnl1 a
pound of butter for the last FIVE years for less
than 80 cents" During considerable part
of the period COY cred by these five years it
would have troubled any one to find news
paper quotation above % cents for choice
creamery butter at Wholesale, or above 81
nanfs at retail
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
Agricultural.


For several years the agricultural fairs ap
peared to be pstronzed by the people less
than formerly, but Of late there seems to be
revival Of interest in them. A great num-
Der of fairs have been held the present sea-
son, and whenever the weather has been To-
vorable the attendance has generally been
large and the exhibits above an average.
The Ohio state fair made a good weeks
showing financially, the receipts being So
Gi7.1S more than the expenses.
Though not ourselves an expert in music
we run no risk of getting wrong in saying
that everybody has been delighted with the
playing of the First Regiment band of Brat
tleboro, at the several fairs where they have
been present.
The Caledonia county fair has, for several
years, been one OF the best in the country for
a county show, and this years exhibition has
been one of the most successful ever held.
At the Springfield, Vt, fair nearly 100 Me-
rino sheep, most of them registered, were
shown by six exhibitors There were also
ten pens of coarse wool sheep.
At the Windsor county fair, held at Wood.
stock, there were over POO entries Of horses,
and about 100 of oxen. In both these de-
partments the exhibition was the largest that
has ever been made there
The grounds for the state grange fair at
Tilton, N. H., were donated and fitted up by
Chas E. Titon, a millionaire native of the
town. who has magnificent country resi-
dence there. A great number of officials and
candidates for office attended the fair, includ-
ing Gov. Currier, Sawyer, the Republican
candidate for governor, the prohibition can.
didate. Senator Blair, etc. Col. A. b. Frank.
lin of Newfane was one of the speakers.
There we're 331 cattle at the Greenfield
fair The heaviest oxen weighed little
over 1000 pounds One pair of steers, three
years old, weighed 5000.
collection of 20 or so species of grassei
WAS exhibited by Mr.. Woodman at the Mich
igan state fair. The state agricultural col
lege was large contributor to the exhibition
in nearly all its departments.
The Bay State agricultural society fair
last week, at Boston, was one of the mos
successful ever held in Massachusetts.
Owing to bad weather the receipts thi
year at the New York state fair we're les
than the expenses. There we're, however,
large number of animals and articles entered
for exhibition, amounting in all to 1925
There were G95 entries of cattle, 295 o
horses, 5l2 of sheep, III of swine and lG2
poultry, pigeons, dogs, rabbits, etc. Among
the cattle the Channel Island breeds took the
lead in numbers About half of all the sheet
were Mernos. The Percheron horses had {
large representation. In poultry the Ply
mouth Rocks were first in number, the Wy
andottes second, and the Leghorns third.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

When NJ, Pasteur advanced his theory that
all fermentation was by organisms so minute
that they foated about in the air, he very
soon announced that according to his expert
ments, these small bodiss would not pass
through cotton, aud if they are the cause of
fermentation, cotton will prevent the canned
fruit from spelling. Many people have ex
perimented with it and find it a success The
cotton is simply tied over the boiled fruit
while it is still hot, serving TO keep the germs
out Just as we'll as the rubber ring or any
amount of wax. In the college kitchen lab
oratory experiments were tried with five kinds
of fruit including tomatoes, and the results
were perfectly satisfactory in every case, not
even particle of mold forming in the can.
In most cases the cotton was simply tied over
the eRnful of hot fruit in some cases there
was piece of white paper put on first to
prevent the cotton dropping down and be-
coming juice-soaked This seemed to be
the preferable way. The cotton is taken Just
rs it comes of the roll, the thickness being
about as it unwinds, and it is tied down with
strong twine.-IRduStridl
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

A citizen Of Durham, Me-, has reached the
advanced age Of 102 years, but retains his
memory remarkably. Many years ago he
and another man caught 1890 Goldfish in a
single day, and be told the tale this week
without forgetting a fish. A fsherman's
memory is kind to the last. - Boston RccOrd
whats the matter, Uncle Esastus 2" he
asked fscetously as the old man came limp
ing in, got the govt p
mo, sab, Ise got de bill 70 dat whitewssh-
in what did TO- yer las yeah. "-LJe
1t is said that many st. Louis families de
cline to publish death notices in the papers
of that city for fear that Chicago journalists
would notice the decrease in population. -
PHILADELPHIA Record.
A little girl who was visiting remarked up
on a photograph album that we've got one
'zaotly like it, only the pictures are prettier
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
CENTRAL VERMONT RAILROAD.
FITCHBURG RAILROAD.
HOOsAC TUNNEL ROUTE.
tDopot on oausSHay Street, Boston.l

depot on CanseEny Street, BOst0n.)
On and after Tuesday Sept. Z. trains will run as
follows:
Leave NoAdams for Boston at sl24 '4:45, g 80, A.
MI :lO4 :45P Sundays, 1874, AS, 9.55 AN.
Leave Greenfield for Boston at 81 :i3 g 55 1885, IL III
NJ; 1880 GOA Pm. Sundays, 900, 1888, II III
A. NJ; 3:25 PM.
Leave Milers Falls for Boston at G:14 G:h7, II 81 A.
NJ; 53 "a P. NJ Sundays 6:14, II :3l A. NJ; :46
Pm.
Returning leave Boston
For North Adams, $3.50, Accom-. s 49, A. NJ. E1.;
1900 tx, 700, 1890, =.
For Millers Falls 80 Accom-, 80 Ez., II :3j A.
$500 Ex., 200 EX., Pm.
For Greenfield 49, Accom-. 80, Ex. II ;35, AM
'3:OOEx, 700 EH.. 10 80 p. NJ.
Leave Millers Fails for North Adams
10 :37, II :26 A. NJ. &C 10, 'lO:O7 /. N.
Leave Greenfield s3:0s, il :05, II :45 A NJ; '6:40
'lU:3l P. NJ.
'Runs daily, including Sundays.
trims Sundays, omitted Mondays.
John ADAMS. Gen 4 Suut
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
F. W. KUECH & co.
HAVE AEEW BARGAINS THAT 1T WILL
PAY YOU TO LOOK At.

one case extra good Prints, BE-
one bale 36 in Brown Cotton, r..
GOOd,36 IN. Beached Cotton, Sc.
The very best Bed Tick. i2iec.
Twlled Cretunnes for furniture covering, l0c.
Brocade Nelvetcens, baCk and cunrs, 75c.
SIN NeVets, black and cOlur-, 81 %.
Midnight Germantown Yarn, 49,.
Spanish Yarn, isc.
SuXouy 15c.
Good Ball d" SC.
Extra best steamed-dressed Live Geese Feathers,
Csc per pound.
We have two grades OF Scarlet Twilcd Flannel
little cloudy IN coOrlng at 35c and 80 per yard.
They are much under price.
Also case Ia White Blankets, a little sniled, az
1925 per pair, well worth 81.
Three cases Ladies' Vests at $50, the same We
sold last year.
A small lot Of Gentlcmcns Gray Shirts AT 5Oc &,
about halt-pricr.
We have received a fun line Of Bennington Tn
derwear for both ladies and men m all qualities
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
Everything Goes Wrong

In the bodily mechanism when the liver gets out Of
order. Constipation dyspepsia, contamination Of the
blood imperfect assimilatiOn are certain TO ensue.
But is easy to prevent these consequences aud
move their cause by course of HOstetters Stomach
Bitters which stimulates the hillary organ and regu-
lates its action. The direct result is the disappear
ance Of the pains beneath the ribs and through the
shoulder blade, the nausea, headaches, yeowness OF
the skim furred look OF the tongue and odor Of
the breath, which characterize liver complaint Good
diges ton and regular habit of body blessings
also secured by the of this celebrated restorative
which impars to the body that degree Of vgor which
is its best guarantee Of safety from malarial epidem
les. Nerve weakness and oyerteusion are relieved by
it, and 1t improves appetite and sleep.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
y pI h 'Ou =. W. sroppARp .Reglster.
STATE oENERMONT, wo.lmlq.ter, s.

- The Probate Court In and for said District
To all persons interested in the estate of ROYAL T.
TAFT, late Of Jamaica, in said district, deceased,
Greeting.
You are hereby notified that Willis II. Taft, adj
minisraor Of said estate has filed his petition IN
this court setting forth that II will be beneficial 10 all
persons interested In said estate to sell ali the real
tate Of said deceased for the payment Of the debts and
charges Of administration and distribution Of the re-
mainder among the heirs Of said deceased, and has
sale and II s ordered that the be referred
for hearing and decision to the session Of said court
to be held at the Probate Office Ia Townahend the
FIRST Wednesday Of November. 1856, when and where
you may be heard In the premises. II you shall
cause. Al G. b. EDDY, Register
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
Railroads.
VERMONT VALLEY RAILROAD.
NEW LONDON NORTHERN RAILROAD

TRAINS LEAVE BKATTLEBOKO As FOILVWN
Going sOuth.
$50 a. m. for Springfield and New York.
10000 A. M for Conn. River X. X Mcrs Falls
Palmer, New London, Fitchburg, Boston, llO0sac
Tunnel, &C.
$3.50 D. M mail for New YORK via Springfield ana
steamboat train for New York via New London;
connects at Millers Falls at $3.50 with Fitchhurg
train for BOsl on.
500 D. m express for Springfield and New YORK.
Going North.
Trains arrive in BrattebOrO-
1923 a. m. from New London and New York.
12:2s D. ~. from Millers Falls, HOOsaC Tunnel, BOs
ton, Fttchburg, &c.
2:5s p. M from sprnghcld-Ncw YORK aud Mon
trea express.
$500 pm from Springfield.
1910 D. m. from Springfield and New York
ti:2O pm. from New London and Boston Via Millcrs
Fnls G.. r.. SPAULDING, Supt.
New london. CONN. Tuesday, sept. a. 1855.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
Fact. rorth Knnuinr-

In all diseases of the nasal mucous membrane the
remedy used must be nou-rrtatug. The medical
profession has been slow to learn this. Nothing salts
factory can be accomplished with douches snufs
trngents, powders, syringes or any similar appica-
uons because they all irritating do not thorough
y reach the affected surfaces, and should be abandon
ed as worse than failures. multitude Of persons
who had for years borne all the worry and pain that
catarrh can intlict testify TO radical and permanent
cures wrought by Ely's Cream Balm.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
CTATE OLE YERMoNT. Mnrlboro IS.

u The PROBATE COURT Tor said DISTRICT.
To all persons interested in the estate Of ABRA-
HAM BLANCHARD, late Of Vernon, in said district,
deceased, Greeting.
You are hereby notified that this Court will decide
upon the allowance OF account Of Albert A. Blanchard
executor Of the will OF said deceased, aud decree dis
tribution thereof 10 the persons entitled at the
session thereof to be held at the Probate ONCE, in
Bratteboro In said District on the last Saturday Of
October, 1886, when aud where You may be heard In
the premises, If you cause.
Al L. W. sTODDARD, Reaipter.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

The body Of julius Baer was found by freighters 1--WE
miles west Of here Tuesday morning in terribly man
gled condition. His head aud face were smashed so
as to be hardly recognized, and numerous wounds
were found on his body. Mr. Baer was agent for the
great blood medicine, Sulphur Bitters. Robbery was
undoubtedly the motive, as be well known 10 have
a large sum of money on his person. As we go to
press there is no clue to the perpetrators Colorado
Press.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

The Mayors Message-May we be pardOned for re.
quesng the mayor to incorporate IN his next message
the fact that many OF most prominent citizens
have been cured Of rheumatism, neuralgia and kin
dred complaints by Salvation Oh, and to recommend
this valuable medicine.
II must be good, for everybody recommends 1t. We
mean Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup. Price 70 cts.
The question of proper food for infants in
terests all mothers especially those unable 10
their offspring. Mellins Food possesses all the requ-
sites a substitute for mothers milk, aud is highly
commended by the medical faculty Of both this eoun-
try aud Europe.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

When Baby was sick, we gave her Castoria,
When she WAS Child, she cried for Castoria
When sho became Miss she chung tn Castoria,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

Is very prevalent and exceedingly disagreeable dis
ease liable, If neglected. to develop Into con-
sumption. Being constitutional disease. It requires
a constitutional remedy like Hoods Sarsaparlla,
which, acting through the blood, reaches every part
the system, efiecting radical and permanent cure of
catarrh in even its most forms. Made only by
Q. ]. Hood Co, lowell, MISS.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

A boon TO the victims of vitated indulgence. n
blessing to the sufferers from agonizing pain In
us action sedative, anOdyne and ant i-spasmOdic,
1t alays nervous irritability, relieves pain and
commissions, and produces delightful sumber
Docs not induce nausea, constipation, headache or
other unpleasant consequences, caused by the
narcotic properties in other preparations of opium
u preserves the appetite, and Is perfectly safe as
household remedy. Price, 80 cents per bottle Sold
Mrs. Chas. Smith Of Jimes Ohio, writes: / have
used every remedy for SICK headache | could hear
OF Tor the past is years, but Carriers Little Liver
PMS did me more good than all the rest.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

You can't afford to laugh, dear girls,
Unless your teeth are white a. pearls
Unless your mouth is pink and sweet,
And your two lips In rosehuds meet;
And you cannot supply this want
But through the use of SOZODONT!
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
Laughter Lend. a New Cbarn,

To beauty when it discloses pretty set of teeth
Wilderness, when nature has supplied this element Of
oyeliness may be retained through life by using fra
grant SOZODONT.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
ESTATE OF MRS. OLIVE FISHER.
.TATR M WIN " ONT Maruoro 90

ESTATE OF MRS. OLIVE FISHER.
CTATE OF VERMONT, Marlboro So.
. The Probate Court for said District.
To all whom Il may concern, Greeting.
Whereas, S. n HERRICK, administrator Of the
estate OF OLIVE FISHER, late Of Brattleboro, III
said district, deceased, has represented that
The amount of debts due from said de
ooAsedis $500 0l
The charges Of administration, estimat-
ed, are t5OOO-s552Ol
The value Of the personal estate ap.
praised is $4,000
Balance Of debts chArgeahle on the real
estate of said deceased, $4,000
Praying for license to sell much Of the real estate
Of said deceased, as is necessary for the payment
Of said debts and charges Of administration.
Whereupon II IL ordered that the same be heard at
the session Of said court TO be held at the Probate Of
hce in Brattleboro the lAat Saturday of October
1886 when and where you may be heard in the
premises II You cause
az R.w. sTODDARD, Register.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

AOusekeepers are cautioned against vile conn
terfeits james Pyle's celebrated Ptarine, with
names Of similar sound and in packages of SINH
lar shape. Pearline is the only safe article 10 make
washing easy, quick and cheap.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
A Double MIstaLe.

An freshman was accused of stealing handkerchief
from fellow traveller, and the owner, finding it,
apologized to Pat, saying 1t a mistake. "Arrah,
me jewel retorted Pat, t a tWo-sided mistake:
you took me for a thafe, and took you for a gintle-
man. greater mistake will be made by those of
our readers who fail to invest in that most ecacous
OF all cures for corns-Pedacura Pliable Plasters.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
scOtTs Emulsion OF Pure

The California raisin crop thi. year will amount to
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
ESTATE OF CHAUNCEY b. BAILEY.

- The Probate Court for said District.
To all whom II may concern, Greeting.
Whereas, Eliza A. Bailey, administrator Of the
estate Of Ohauncey d. Bailey, late Of Nowfane IN said
district has represented that
The amount Of debts due from said de-
ceased is Sl35O.0O
The charges Of administration, estmat-
ed are 800 OOl45O 60
The value Of the personal estate is sl5l.25
OF which has been or may be assigned
the widow $4,000 b51.2j
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
CR1nrrh

The little fishes have an extensive correspondence
lmost everybody drops hne to them.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
Advice 90 NIothers-MRs. wrNsLow's So

ING SYRUP should always be used when children are
cutting teeth 1t relieves the little sufferer at once
produces natural, quiet sleep by relieving the child
from pain aud the little cherub aWakes US Upright as
button II is very pleasant to taste. It soothes
the gums, Aays all pain, relieves wind regulates the
bowels, and Is the best known remedy for darrhaa,
whether arising from teething other causes Twen-
ty-hye cents bottle.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15

A mans wife should always he the same, especi-
ally TO her husband but II she is weak and nervous
and uses Carers Iron Pills. she cannot be- for they
make her "feel like different person"-at least
lhey al say so, and their husbands say so, too !
Oarters iron Pits equalize the circulation remove
HALE's HONEY is the best Cough ClEe %, Soc, 81.
GLEHR's SULPHUR SOAP heals and beautides Csc.
GERMAN CORN REMOVER kills Cous & Bunions, DC.
HILLS HAIR 4 WHlsRER DYE-Blaok 6 Brown, SOC
PIXIES To0THACHE DROPS cure in ! Minute, 25c.
DEANS RHEUMATIC PILLS are a sure cure, COO
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1886-10-15
legal Notices.


CTATE OF VERMONT, Marlboro ss.
- The Probate Court for said District.
To all persons interested in the estate Of ALLEN
DER pEELER, late Of Vernon, In said district, de-
ceased, Greeting.
You are hereby notified that A. whithed, adminis-
TRAITOR Of said deceased has presented 70 this
Court petition praying for license TO sell the whole
Of the real estate Of said deceased and also has filed
in said court the consent In writing Of all the heirs Of
said deceased residing In this state TO such sale that
this Court will decide upon said petition at session
thereof TO be held at the Probate ONCE IN Brattle
boro, IN said District, the 10th day Of October,
A. d. 1886, when and where you may appear and be
heard In the premises II you see cause. (40)
u. w. aTODnARD. Rnpllnnr.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-09-04

cndutq nIT0raey, 4. o. WniAel ~ ~
srlsf cIark. j. Il. EowaFdsi fox toan'5
treasurer, ! +. HoliEnci fof eol'se'o1'
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-09-04
SITUATION AT BILOXI.


Three New Gases of Yellow Fsver-The
Town Cut OF From the Rest of the World.
Special to the Gazette.
NEW ORLEANS, La, Sept. S.-Three
new cases of yellow fever were reported
from Biloxi to-day The fever, however,
is OF a mild type and Is confined TO Ca
deaux Point, where considerable police
force is stationed to prevent ingress or
egress into the infected district. DR..
Godfrey OF the United States marine hos
pital service has arrived at Biloxi, to-
gether with half dozen other physicians,
and inspected the case. He will report
whether it is genuine yellow fever or not.
The Biloxi people deny that 1t Is and de-
nounce the Lou isiana health authorities
for what they claim is basty action. All
the neighboring towns have armed patrol.
men, who prevent refugees from Biloxi
entering them.