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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

W Il Cllugh, who lived in the north
sast of the town. near Putuev village. died
very suddenly last FRIDAY. Of cancer in the
stomach lie had not been well for sever
al days, but was supposed 10 be getting
well he had a swelling on his side that his
physician was apprehensve might term
nate in an ahscess, though he thought he
was reducing it On Friday Mr. Clough
ate his dinner and after that sat hy the
stove for some time reading. aud feeling
quite comfortable. He afterward Law down
on the bed and died in very few minutes
post-mprtem examination disclosed the
cause of death rs stated Mr. Clough has
lived IN town but about three wears. NOV
ing from NARROW, ~ H., upon the Asa
Gates farm lie was much respected by
all who knew him He leaves a widow
and two young children son and daugh
ter who have the sincere sympathy Of the
community in their deep bereavement.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29
EN-MinisIer Phelps on the Divorce
Question.

One of the most interesting and valuable
articles in the December Forum is a paper
contributed by Hon. +. j Phelps of this
state, on the divorce question How great
the divorce evil has grown to he in the
United States is seen from the fact that
during the last 20 years more than sou, 600
divorces have been granted whereas, dur
ing the preceding 20 years, only few
more than 32i, 600 were granted. 1t is
this rapid increase which has directed the
attention both Of social and legal reformers
10 the subject in very serious and earnest
way during the past few years. Mr.
Phelps treats the question from a practical
legal point Of view, and considers the
means whereby the law may be best used
as preventive \ uniform divorce law
in all the states he regards as impossible
ever 10 obtain, aud his view Of the Federal
Cons titution is that il would be illegal for
the United States TO enact a law on this
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29
IknIifax.

All old soldiers, when they were in the
service had some particular object in view
besides the main one of patriotism. Some
went for variety, some to look over the
Johnnies hen roosts, etc, some to see the
country, and some thirsted for glory. but
Rufus Crosier, Of Co f, 10Th Vt Vols.
was none of those he yearned for IA COW
bell, and at Union Mills he, with the as
ssistance of several of his comrades, secured
one by cornering wild young heifer and
taking it from her neck The bell is a
small one in size but very large in noise,
and, it is needless 10 say, not for sale.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The ladies benevolent society will hold a
lair in the hotel ball Thursday evening
Dec D. lseiul aud ornamental articles
will be offered for sale Booths. represent
INK the four Seasons, viii be in charge Of
committees, who invite an early and liberal
patronage.
school will begin next Monday with Miss
Susan Leach Of Westminster II, teacher
Benz. Smith Of Railway, y. j.. was here
last week visiting relative,
Mrs Catherine Perham has closed her
house ON account Of poor health and gone
~ Saxtons River tu live with her daughter.
Mrs. VIII Glynn
Mrs. Leonida> Barry aud family II
Springfield visited here last week
Miss Oma aud Jennie Harwopd are home
from fltchburg, Mas, for short visit
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The concert on Monday evening gave
great pleasure to the many listeners The
principal feature was the violin playing by
Miss Annie Way, but each participant is
worthy of much praise,
w. |. Hall If Pain6eld y. H., spent
Sunday with Gray Estey.
Mr.. Rideout, the travelling artist, has re-
turned to fill orders he received some week
ago. He took "A picture Of the battalion.
and also Of the commissioned and non com
mlSsioned officers, which were very good.
Baxter Walker, who has been travelling
for Buffalo fertlizing firm, has returned
10 Saxtons River and is tn drive stage for Il
time
Mr.. Farnsworth of Grafton is working
for the barber, c. W Osgood.
j. II, Baker is making extensive repairs
on his house
A. d. Fletcher of Chester was in town
the past week, taking orders for tailoring.
The odd Fellows of Saxtuns River have
placed large and handsome sign on the
building which they occupy.
c. f. Simonds is soon to have large
display of Christmas goods
Quite a large number of the students
went home to spend Thanksgiving.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

G.. NJ Russell viii give hi, Illustrated en-
tertainment at the church ON Thursday
evening, Dec. > About 100 war views will
be displayed, aud many miscellaneous views
illustrating the Johnstown food and other
subjects.
The reception given 10y Mr.. and Mrs.
Schoheld on Tuesday evening was well at
tended and all report pleasant time.
Hosea Fisher has taken farm Of Phile
tus Haynes Of Wilmington aud will soon
move t. that place
j. Whitaker was quite badly kicked last
week 10y horse which he was shoeing
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The ladies' aid society Will hold their ne Z
social with Mrs Henry Willard on Wedne.
day evening, Dec (
1t is reported that there will be singing
school this winter. 1t i, hoped this j, true.
us so good "A cause is h. be encouraged heart
lily as we'll IA financially
A meeting Of the Thief Detecting society
is appointed for Monday evening. Dec .
at the school house in district 30 5.
Dea K 5 Stafford returned to his home
here last week after protracted stay in
the West He is much better than helor.
he came home, so much So that he spent
Thanksgiving with his sister. Mrs h f.
Aldrich Of Springfield
Mr. Frank Durham, formerly Of Town.
bend, is visiting relatives here In the last
l3 years Mr. Durham has spent a greater
part Of the time travelling and he come.
here fresh from a trip to Australia
Some Of our people spend Thanksgiving
out OF town. Among them are Mr. and
Mrs +. |. Lane, Mr. Henry Lane and Mr.
f.. l. StOddard, who went 10 South Fra
mingham, Mass; Mr. and Mrs b. f Rich
mond to Salem, Mass, aud Bertha White
to Boston
Messrs. Taylor and Fairbrother are put
ting in a pond for ice on Mr. Taylor's land
The number of pounds Of butter sold
from the Valley Creamery last week wa.
1898.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Mrs Dewitt aud her ms John, Frank
aud DeWese we're together at Mrs Biz
char1s Monday, ia honor Of the 2lst birth
day Of Paul DeWese Dewitt, Of the gro
Gerry firm Of Bloigett aud Dewitt Of Brat
tleboro The Oldest son IT the family. Z
G.. Dewitt is expected this week to spend
some weeks here
Among Thanksgiving arrivals were Mrs
Joseph Wilder at H. 7. Merrifeld's. Mrs
Mary Page at Mrs Cu,hing's, Frank Fish
aud sister, Carrie Lowe, VI l. Patt, Her
mon Howe from Worcester, aud doubles,
others whom the storm hid from our view
DR.. Stebbin, aud family Of Shelburne
Falls were noticed driving through the
place in the pouring rain, on their way to
Brookline
Rev. Mr. Parry Of Bratteboro. will give
his lecture on the Mirthful Side Of Life. 90
Monday evening at Union hall, December
,
\ special meeting Of Orchard post and
the Woman's Relief corps viii he held Sat
urday evening
The Relief corps have decided to hold
their annual fair next Friday evening An
attractive program may Ice expected and
all are invited
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Hon. George II. Pendleton of Ohio, ex-
minister to Germany died in Brussels,
Germany last Sunday, of apoplexy Mr.,
Pendleton was polished and courtly gen
tleman and good representative of the
distinctively better class of Democratic
politicians. AS member of the United
States Senate and as minister to Germany
he enjoyed the esteem of the entire coun
try. A particularly creditable portion of
his career was his connection with the civil
service reform law, of which he stood as
father and sponsor at a period when the
dominant sentiment of the party was vic
lently opposed to it. Indeed, large sec
ton of the Democracy never forgave him
for permitting his name TO become identi-
fled with the act which sought to purify
and elevate the public service.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The village schools begin next Monday
the winter term of 10 weeks
mi There will be tag social" at the chapel
Tuesday evening, Dec B.
Rev. w. \. Wilbur Of Saxtons River " i'll
preach at the Baptist church next Sunday
afternoon.
Norman r Davis has moved into the Os
good house, made vacant by J. f. Wat
rouss removal to the house recently bought
10y him
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

subject this being matter which falls
within state jurisdiction He addresses
himself therefore, to state laws and after
discussion Of the main features Of all
these laws reaches the conclusion that the
remedy will be found in "a prohibition Of
marriage by either divorced party so long
as the other lives. lie shows historically,
that it is the liberty to marry again that
has caused such an increase in divorces
aud he concludes that it is the desire for
another marriage alliance that is the main
cause Of most separations between hus-
bands and wives
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Word has been received Of the death at
Shelburne Falls Of Mrs James Heatb's lii
tie daughter, Viola.
f. Squires this week found one Of his
horses dead in his barn
Miss Jennie Houghton is visiting Mrs. 4.
kenney at Northampton.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Congress meets next Monday. Most Of
the members are already on the ground.
and the canvass for the speakership, which
is in progress, is lively one Reed OF
Maine undoubtedly leads in strength, and
Mckinley Of Ohio stands second. The 9th
derson of Iowa, and Burrows of Michigan
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

cur village schools closed last week The
higher department was taught by Gaius B..
Frost Of Brattlehoro The scholars neither
absent nor tardy were Minnie Read and
Amy Boyntou The average attendance
was - 1924 The lower department was
taught 10y Miss Flora Bennett, also Of Brat.
tleboro. only praise can be spoken Of both
departments.
About four inches Of snow fell on
Wednesday
Mr. and Mrs NJ l.. Boynton and daugh-
ter Adiie are in Boston this week
Samuel T. r Cheney i, at home for the
winter
The following we're home for Thanksgiv
ing Mrs VI 4 Wolrott, Arthur Shum-
way Mis-, Della Parsons, Milton Allen, Miss
Minnie Clark Attic Howe, Frank q Perry
aud wife. Miss Katie Allen.
FL Clark is home from Virguia
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29
Healthy Doctrine.


The following account of proceedings in
certain Boston church appeared in the pa
pers of recent date:
At a recent meeting Of st Johns Episcopal
church, East Boston, it was proposed to make
preparations for the annual fair. as heretofore
To this the new rector, Rev. II A MOnro, EN-
phatically objected. lie said that if st John
church could not meet its current Xpenses with
ont having recourse to fairs theatrcals raree
shows and auCtiuneering. the sooner it went down
the better. What can be more disgusting, " he
said, than to see profesSed servant of the Lord
Jesus Christ play the auctiOneer from the sanctu-
airy ON the Lords day 10y shouting out, IN give
S2OO or 500 to begin with; who will give $500:
who SlOlt and down to "a dollar, throwing in a
doubtful witticism 10y way of keeping his audience
in good humor. But fair, some of you say. will
he held in the Vestry. What of it: Is il beconI-
ing to worship God in the church and descend tu
What is selling articles on shares but gambling,
The silly schemes of bogus post-offices where de
cent young persons debast their intellect by com
posing sham letters in bad English, fortune tell
ing, and such like trash are unworthy of cOunte
nance When we need money to meet our
expenses let us raise ii like Christians " Mr. Mon
10 carried his people with him. and many of them
came forward at once and pledged themselves al
all times to meet the current expenses of the
church without recourse. Ia fairs or theatrical en-
tertainments.
This has healthy, wholesome sound, and
we wish we might live to see the day wher
every Christian church is managed on thi,
Christian and self-respecting basis.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The report of our minister to Brazil con
firms the rumor that discomfort among eN-
slave owners had something to do with the
revolution in Brazil But the inspiration
of this movement was not the expectation
Of getting anything from the republic but
which had freed the slaves
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29
ADVERTISED LETTERS.

Following is the list of letters remaining
in the post office Nov 20
Women Miss Marie Allen, Mrs Algrr 4
Bailey Mrs Alhrr Buss, Mrs. j. G. Carter Mrs
ra Richardson, Mrs. Mary C. Root. Mrs l.. J
Sprague, Mrs + T. Thaver
Men NJ Henry bay, Geo, b. Lebanon Adolph.
as @ Painter, A + Ray, Geo Rice A e smith.
Chas Smith, WIN. IhuInas,J q Warren
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

We have been nearly as badly off here of
late as Horace Greeley was in England
where he staid six weeks and saw the sun
only once, aud then it looked like boiled
turnip
The supply of school teachers does not
seem to be equal to the demand
The ladies Of the Congregational church
wlll give sociable in the town hall Tues
day night. There will be exercises con
sisting of tableaux, charades. etc, follow
ed 10y supper An interesting time is an
ticipated.
The winter term of Leland aud GRAY
seminary opens on Tuesday under the same
management as in the autumn.
1t is the custom in this town to hold a
special town meeting in November each
year to assess the town tax. The annual
meeting was held Wednesday, the 10th inst
From the treasurers report it appeared
that the town has been running behind for
two or three years, and that by the LIST of
March there would be more than $1,000
needed to meet the liabilities of the town
1t was therefore voted to assess a tax of
Lao on the grand list payable ON or be
fore Jan, 20, BY the way, would il not he
a good plan hereafter 10 have this business
done at the regular town meeting in March
twenty five voters present, when so large
a sum Is appropriated, is not very good
showing.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

james Austin will be the clerk at }. A Simond-
& Co IS new store
Letter Carrier Tasker is sick this week and sub.
stitute Lindsey takes his route
A, j. Markham has gone to Washington. presum.
ably 10 look out for the office of doorkaeper of the
Senate or House Of Representatives for which he
Is a candidate
T. A. Olmsted former postal clerk ON the mar.
row gauge, is at work ou that route for Mr. HYDE
who Is still unable To resume his regular trips
Mrs. W, c. Hitchcock has been visiting in Palm.
rr, Mass.
Fred Howe sails for the Bermudas next week
and sister.
Miss Rose Stewart returned from Worcester.
Mass, last Saturday.
j. h. Simonds is receiving many compliments
Tor the way IN which he decorated Union hall at
Bellows Falls Tuesday evening for the Hlbernian
ball
Mr. and Mrs Wallace Gedds of Orange Mass
are IN town briefly
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The services in the church on Sunday
were conducted by Mr. Pulfer instead of
Mr. Hamilton, as stated last week. A Mr..
frlest will occupy the pulpit next Sunday.
The Willing Workers will meet with Miss
Mary Gibson next Saturday afternoon.
Miss Dora Farr goes back to her school
Tor the winter term next week.
Miss Nellie Farr goes to West Brattlehoro
to attend the seminary this winter.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Mrs Packer is at work for /. : Wordeu
until he can find some one 10 take her place
The ladies' aid society will meet with
Mrs. e., Clishee Thursday afternoon, Dee
=. A general invitation is extended.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The Ct" New Hampshire compact which
grew out of that states valued policy 50
insurance law, has gone to pieces Thirty
four of the 80 companies, which formed
the agreement to do no more insurance in
the state until the law was repealed, met at
and passed a vote formally releasing all the
companies from obligation to maintain the
compact.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The old folks's concert, SD favorable p.
ceived few weeks since wi bee repest.I
next Wednesday evening The in.trp
mental music 10y Robinson aud Haskins .ill
be an interesting feature of the cntertniu
ment
The schools that have not already ho.,,,
will open next Monday Let every parent
see to it that his children are on hnnl and
that they attend constantly We owe this
to the teachers and to the children as we'll
VIM Clark is building a paint shop Ip
the yard Of the old tannery
Mrs Maria Dustin aud two children from,
Beloit, Wis, are visiting at DR. Martin
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Under the direction Of the solectmen, our
citizens have recently much improved the
roads through the grounds Of our village
cemetery
Fire was discovered the other day upon
the roof of the creamery building, but was
soon extinguished doing but little damage
Iron roofing is the best insurance against
such fires
Mrs J w Morse is quite i'll being con
fined to her room much Of the time.
Stetson Brothers are building an addition
to their mill
S. W. Bishop has bought a wood lot in
Townshend and will engage in numbering.
G. g. Coleman has bought Of Mr., Hall
the stage line to Readsboro, but will con
tnue to run his line to Colerone.
An ice house 2lx2O feet has been added
TO the north end Of the Creamery building.
1t is rumored that r. q Wilcox, the
genial landlord Of the Glen House, will 90
b. North Adams next spring.
A small company contemplate going
South for the coming winter, but we do not
understand that definite arrangements are
yet made
The higher department Of the village
school, taught 10y Mr. Hong, closed on Fri
day, the 22d inst
c. NJ Russell will give his illustrated en-
tertninment at hotel hall Saturday evening,
Dec. = A large variety Of fine stereopti-
con views will be displayed
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Mr.. Amos Goodell and family ore rnIl.i
20 West Brattlecoro "Wednesday to ottn,i
the funeral Of Mr. Edwin sawyer f,rn.rI'
If this place
Atwell Farwell is repairing hi, hons.
adding new clapboards and paint, and np,
windows with large glass making ,roat
Improvement
Ellie Percy is quite sick
Rev. Mr.. Notey Of South Wmdham ,a,.
us an interesting lecture ON temperour.
Tuesday evening
Mr. and Mrs Chas Robbins are i'm Ia.
ton and expect to make visit If about tv,o
weeks Mr. and Mrs g. q Kimball mr..
visiting in town
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Wednesday evening, 10 which a small al
mission fee will he charged, after which
music will be provided for dancing at vii.
lage hall.
c. NJ Russell will give his illustrated en-
tertainment at the Unversalst church Fri
day evening, Dec. g.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

We mentioned recently the call of the
Glover women for a grand rally with ham
mers and nails to repair the sidewalks of
that rural village. \ Glover item in the
Barton Monitor of this week says:
According to notice the ladies of the yillag,
met with shuvels hammers etc, and thoroughly
repaired our sidewalks This was a needed i'm
pruvemcut. rs the condition of the walks wa,
such as to endanger the lives of our citizens ant
our town officials who walked over them Tn,
lady brigade now proposes to tackle the stree
lamps and have the village respectfully hghte,
up"
Success to the march of Improvement il
Orleans county.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

Jarvis post G. A. r., cleared about $500 at thu
annual fair the 18Th and i4th inst,
The Daniel Rice place was sold at auction last
week Thursday 10 Lewis Abraham for S2i0i
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The testimony against the Mormon
church. given by apostate Mormons in the
United States court at Salt Lake City, has
called out IA reply from MILFORD Woodruff,
the present president of the church, who
makes his answer in the form of a letter
or despatch sent east by the associated
press. The letter amounts to no more than
denial of the unholy character of the
oaths taken in the Endowment House and
Il protestation that the church is loyal to
the United States government The sig
niiicant thing is that the status of the Nor
mon church is so changed that Brigham
Houng's successor finds it necessary to
break the seal of silence and deny the
charges made by Gentle dogs" as Brig
ham himself would have termed the oppo-
nents of his hierarchy. An occurrence
like this makes it only the more evident
that the Edmunds law has pierced the vi
tails of Mormonism and that the day of
doom is Fastening on faster than we should
have dared to hope even half dozen years
ago.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

If there is any man in this world who
knows better than p. 7. Barnum what ad-
vertising is, and how to get the most out of
it, that man is the Rev. 7. De Witt Tai
mage. Mr.. Talmage, who is on his way to
Palestine to get material for the Life of
Christ which he is writing was in Athens,
Greece, last week, and the telegraph pro
claims the fact that he secured there, on
Mars Hill, where Paul preached to the
Athenians, corner stone for his new
Brooklyn Tabernacle, and that Mr. Tai
mage also meekly followed in the great
apostles footsteps by preaching from Mars
Hill from the text, "Then Paul stood in
midst of Mars Hill, and said, Ye men Of
Athens, perceive that in all things We are
too superstitious The despatch takes
pains to add that picture was taken of the
scene while the service was in progress,
and will be reproduced for the Life of
Christ The next thing we shall have
will be a detailed account of what the
Brooklyn divine does ON the site Of the
temple in Jerusalem, in the Garden of
Gethsemane, on the Mount of Olives, ON
the Hill of Calvary, by the Sea Of Galiee,
ct cetera. And when he comes home and
his book is printed it will sell like hot cakes
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29

The NEW YORK PRESS, the ncwsest and
brightest Of New York daily papers is sent in
connection with The IhunN for only 5000 I"
yenr or $3.50 for the two papers the lowest
price ever made on iirst.clas, daily paper.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29
THANKSGIVING.

Union services were held yesterday by
the Congregational, Baptist and Methodist
societies at the Methodist church, and by
the Universalists aud Untarians at the
Uuiversaist church
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1889-11-29
HOME NEWS.


WEEK ESurso THURSDAY EyrSiso, Nov. %. 1889
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-08-26
CREATED A SeNSAl ION.

Startling Rumors Caused b. the Half-Mast-
ing of the White House Flag.
WASHINGTON CITY, Aug. 70 A rumor
that the flag on the executive mansion was
flying at baif-mast Saturday afternoon
spread rapidly through the city, and ths con-
clusion that there had been "a death in the
official family of the president was rapidly
drawn, and questions of all kinds came pour
ing into the offices on newspaper row