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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
NORTHFIELD. MASS.


We learn from reliable source that the
statements about the outbreak of scarlet
fever in the Moody schools at Mortified
which have gained currency in the papers
and by word of mouth, has been greatly
exaggerated. Only five cases have occurred
in the seminary, all coming from one hall.
This hall has been quarantined and thor
oughly fumigated, and every possible pre-
caution taken to prevent a spread of the
disease, and no further trouble is antici-
pated. There has been no panic in North
field and no excitement.
There has not been a case of the fever at
Mount Hermon. One young man. an in
mate of the school, went to visit a relative
and was exposed. He went to his home
in New York state, was taken i'll and died.
He was not stricken with the disease I'M
til he had been away from the school a
week, and he was i'll four days instead of
two before he died. 1t will be seen, there
fore, that there is no occasion to fear trouble
from the disease at the boys school.-ED.
PHGNIX.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
GUIIFORD.

E. Carpenter is on the sick list
On account of the snow blockade there
will be no Sc rvices in Christ church until
further notice.
Mr.. Coombs and family from Hinsdae
have taken possession of their new home
recently bought of Mrs. f. W. Sharp.
Mr.. Shaw, principal of Glenwood sem
mary at West Brattleboro, preached in the
Congregational church last Sunday morn
ing.
Miss leila johnson gave a very pleasant
party last Friday evening to 80 or more of
her friends, a number from Brattleboro
and Vernon being present.
The furious and drifting snow storms of
Monday and Wednesday kept people pref
ty well housed. No stage made its appear
ance from Jacksonville either day.
The shocking news of the death of Les
lie Adams and Dennie Taylor, by a railroad
accident, reached this place Tuesday NOM
ing, which, followed by the bringing home
of the bodies and the funeral on Tuesday,
has given us realizing sense of the grief
and trouble wrought by the almost daily
accounts of railroad accidents. The death
of these two well-known and respectee
young men has caused general sorrow
throughout the town, not only for their
loss, but for the grief-stricken families
whose homes have been turned into houses
of mourning. Hollis Gallup and his sis
ter Rebecca came up from Boston to attend
the funeral
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
HINSDALB. N. II.

Mrs. Ashley Stone has returned from
New York where she has been for some
weeks past.
Mr. and Mrs. Horace Packard rejoice in
the birth of son, which took place Sun
day evening.
Fred Leonard spent Sunday with his
parents in this place. He returned TO
Springfield Monday.
John Raleigh has returned to Chicago.
He has been here for about month attend
ing to the affairs of his father.
Nos. / and 2 primary schools closed last
Friday. No. 2 school enjoyed a sleighride
to Brattleboro, with the teachers, Misses
Liscom and Tubbs.
William Taylor has taken John Powers
place as loom-fxer in Amidon's mill. Mr..
Powers injured his thumb so severely Fri
day that il had to be taken off
Attachments were last week placed on
the store of Clarence Whelden. They
were made by Sheriff Rixford of Winchester
in the interest Of a Massachusetts, stove
firm.
Rev. d. L. Fisher, formerly of Hinsdale,
but now of Attleboro, Mass, preached at
the Universalist church Sunday. Rev.
Marion Wager supplied the pulpit in Win
chester.
Bills are out for the Junior prize speak
ing contest to be held March 8. Tickets
are now on sale at Robert McCaughern' S
store, and also by the pupils. Everybody
should go, as the proceeds are to be devoted
for school purposes.
Garrett Welch was arrested Monday fore
noon for disorderly conduct. He was taken
before Justice H. f. Horton and fined So
and costs. He appealed to the county
court and furnished 500 bail. James Car
roll acted for Mr.. WEIGH.
A very successful chicken-pie dinner and
entertainment took place at the Congrega-
tional church Wednesday. The entertain
ment was a meeting of the nations in cos
tune, to celebrate the birthday of George
Washington. The affair netted over $50.
The funeral of William O'Brien, who
died Friday Of pneumonia, took place Mon
day from St. Joseph's church. The burial
was at Brattleboro, much difficulty being
/ experienced in getting there on account of
the drifts. Mr.. O'Brien was only % years
of age and leaves a wife, mother, brother,
sister, and brother, who is now in the
| West, to mourn his loss.
Mrs. Emma II. Hunt, who died at the
residence of her son-in-law, Z. A. Worden,
Wednesday of last week, was daughter
of the late James Turner of Ashueot and
the widow of Elisha w. Hunt, a former
postmaster and prominent citizen of Hins-
dale. He died many years ago. and Mrs.
Hunt was accustomed in years past to
spend part of her time at the residence
of her brother, the late A. B. Turner of
Ashuelot, and was one of the heirs to his
large estate. Mrs. Hunt was a most esti-
mable woman, and very much respected
and beloved. She leaves one daughter,
Mrs. +. A. Worden. The funeral services
took place Friday afternoon, Rev. d. L.
Fisher of Attleboro, Mass, former pas
tor of the Uniyersalist church. conducting
the services.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
PUTIN Ely.

George l.. Pierce has sold his store,
buildings and goods to a Mr.. Williams of
Tarbolville, giving possession in June
next.
Rev. Z. II. Murray. of Charlotte will
preach in the Baptist church next Sunday,
morning and evening; also at East Putney
at 3 o'clock.
On account Of the extremely icy travel
ing the agricultural board postponed Their
meeting of two weeks ago TO an indefinite
time next fall.
The "hulled-corn" supper, which was
to have been held last night at the Congre-
gational church, is postponed to next Mon
day evening.
Asa Whitman has gone to work in Brat
tleboro, where his family will move soon.
Rev. Mr.. Wildey of Newport, n. H., is
expected to preach at the Congregational
church next Sunday, morning and even
ing.
1t is thought by some that the blizzard
of last Monday exceeded in violence that
of March u, 1888, though there was not
so much snow. Wednesday there was a
heavier snow fall, with high wind, though
the temperature was not so low.
The reception given Rev. Henry NJ.
Douglas and wife, at the residence of O.
H. Henderson, Thursday evening, was one
of the most pleasant social events of the
season, says the st. Johnsbury Republican.
The company numbered over 49, and con-
tanned representatives of all the churches
in town. Letters of regret at being una
BILE TO attend and expressing best wishes to
the pastor, and the success of the occasion,
were received from Julius j. Estey of
Brattleboro, and, in the governors alb
sence, from Mrs. Levi X. Fuller.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
VERNON.


Mrs JOhnsOn's birthday Celebration.
One of the most enjoyable birthday eel
ebrations ever held in town took place at
F. w. Johnsons Tuesday to celebrate the
S9th birthday of Mr.. Johnson's mother.
widow of VIM. johnson, Esq. Mrs. Har-
riet Tyler, who always used to attend these
annual gatherings could not be present on
account of the infirmities of age, although
in comfortable health, and her pleasant
face was missed. Among the guests were /:
Miss George Parker Warehouse Point.
Conn; Miss Minnie Minis and Mr.. Philip
Allis, Deertield, Mass; Col. John Hunt
and wife, Mr.. and Mrs. Afad Hunt, Mr.
and Mrs. C. NJ. C, Richardson, Mr.. and
Mrs. S. b. Houghton, Mrs. Arthur Pratt,
Brattleboro; Mr.. and Mrs. Erastus Tyler,
Mrs. Fannie Baker, Mr.. and Mrs. r. W.
johnson, Mr.. and Mrs. F. w. johnson
and children, William, Bertha and GUY, and
All. Washburn, Esq, Vernon. At2 o'clock
p. NJ, the company were invited out to the
table, which was furnished with all the lux
uries and substantials of the season, and the
repast was much enjoyed by all. The pres
ents were handsome and numerous. Among
the parlor ornaments was a fine large. pair
of polished horns from a Texan steer,
which attracted much attention. Mrs.
johnson appeared cheerful and happy and
expressed much pleasure in these annual
gatherings. After an interchange of friend
ly greetings and loving wishes for Mrs.
Johnson, the party reluctantly went to
their homes, wishing such gatherings were
more common when they bring so much
pleasure to old and young. W.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
WILMINGTON.
Death OF MRS. AIonro Titus.

Mrs. Mary Miller Titus, widow of the
late Alonzo Titus, died Wednesday at the
home of her son, Hon. Edward Titus.
Mrs. Titus was born in Wilmington, Nov.
10, 1913. She was one of a family of nine
children, only two of whom are living
James Miller of Pelham, Mass, and John
Miller of Mendoza, Ill. She was married
to AlonzO Titus in 1882, and lived with her
husband over 81 years, Mr.. Tituss death
taking place in 1884. Six children were
born to them, four of whom are now living
Hon. Edward Titus and VIM. Titus of
Wilmington, and Leander and Henri Titus
of Brooklyn, n. Y. The funeral will be
held tomorrow, and the burial will be in
the village cemetery. Mrs. Titus was a de-
voted wife and loving mother, kind and
sympathetic friend, always ready to do for
others and to alleviate sorrow and suffer
ing when in her power. Hers was a char
acter entirely free from hypocrisy, and her
children and friends will long cherish her
memory.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
SOUTH VERNON.

w. N. Dunklee during the past year
year has enlarged his facilities for raising
cucumbers by building an addition to his
greenhouse; also, in connection, con-
veniences for growing mushrooms, which
from present indications promise to be a
success. He has also built a handsome,
commodious horse barn. +. Frost, fertil-
izer agent, who has visited many houses
around Boston and New York, and lately
visited Mr.. Dunklee's green house, in
speaking of the growth of vines and fruit
this year, says, 81 have been in large
number of cucumber houses recently and
have seen no vines superior to Mr.. Dunk
lees, there being a very large growth, an
abundance of fruit, and the fruit is of eX-
cellent color. The majority Of houses
1 have seen look very inferior compared
with his"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
WILLIAMsVILLB.

There are no cases of scarlet fever in
this immediate vicinity, as has been re-
ported.
Notwithstanding the unpleasant weather,
about so attended the sociable at the hall
last Saturday evening.
There was no stage from the station
Monday night j. II. Mortified brought
the mail and carried it Tuesday morning.
Those persons who have wished tive
could have an old-fashioned winter" must
have been happy last Monday and again
Wednesday.
The sugar party at the hall, which was
appointed for Wednesday evening, had to
be postponed on account of the weather
to Friday evening, Feb. "a.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
DUMMERsTON.

-Four of John Longuell's children are ill
with scarlet fever
Miss Laura f. Braley's schoCi in district
No. ) closed two weeks ago. She has been
a teacher in the school five terms in sue
cession. During that time, two of her
pupils, Margaret and Nellie Spaulding,
sisters, have not been absent, tardy or dis
missed, which is a remarkable instance OF
punctual and regular attendance.
Miss Margaret H. Hills school at Dunn
merston Centre closed Tuesday after a
session of II weeks. The closing exercises
were held in the evening at the vestry.
About 40 persona we're present besides the
school, although the big snow storm Of
Monday greatly impeded travel. The ex-
hibition was a success, and all present were
highly pleased with the entertainment
The pantomine called Labor day was a
great hit, and was received with roars OF
laughter.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
GREEN RIVER.

Mary, wife of the late Martin Richmond,
died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A.
E. Thomas, Sunday morning at o'clock,
at the age of 20 years. She had been visit
ing her daughter, and two weeks ago was
taken i'll with pneumonia, from which she
did not rally. Her death and burial oc-
CURED Just one year from the death and
burial of her husband. She was the last
of four aged people who have died from
the home farm in Hinesburg in less than
Il months. She was kind, industrious
and hospitable, and many can testify to
her skill in caring for the sick. She leaves
one daughter, Mrs. Thomas, and son
Frank, with whom she lived. One sister
and two brothers survive her.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24

This self preservation is acknowledged to be.
and people who adopt against the encroaches of
disease genuine medicinal safeguard accredit-
ed by experience and the sanction of physicians
saying, in health they restore and continue To
enjoy. Among maladies, against the growth of
which Hustetter's Stomach Bitters affords eff.
der are fraught with the utmost peril and exhibit
great obstlnacy when opposed by ordinary
means. The Bitters can and will subdue them.
No testimony is stronger than this Used at the
outset, and persistently, the best results may he
expected. This medicine also eradcates liver
complaint, constipation, dyspepsia, malaria rheu-
matism and nervousness
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
SOUTH LONDONDERRY.

Snow to the right of us-snow to the
left of us-snow all around us. This sure
ly is the outlook at this writing (Wednes-
day..
Elmer LamsOn returned last Saturday
after a few days absence, with his bride,
and has gone to housekeeping on River
street.
The death of Mr.. Taylor, formerly of
Jamaica, and his brother-in-law, Mr..
Adams, in the railroad accident last Sun
day was a great shock to the people of this
place, as both the young men and their
families we're well known here.
Stage Driver Howe was unable to make
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
READSBORO.

The railroad company have a new ma.
chinist, T. b. Feeny of Holyoke, Mass.
Station Agent E. F. Stockwell and wife
have returned from their visit to Massa-
chusetts.
A. L. Pike post, G. A. r., which has
qeen in a languishing condition for several
years, appears to have taken on a new
lease of life. Rooms have been secured in
Bullock block for their meetings, and it is
to be hoped that the post is once more on
the way to flourishing existence.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
IN THE LOCAL FIELD
BROOKLINB.

People walked up Monday morning to
find veritable blizzard raging, and it kept
at it nearly all day, making travelling next
to impossible, although the mail team
managed to struggle through; Lumber
men cannot complain now of lack of
snow, but they probably would have liked
it a little more evenly distributed. 1t
was rather hard on the creamery teams,
which had to start out Tuesday morning
The snow IL not so deep as in the great
storm of 1888.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24

his regular trip to Chester Monday, on ac-
count of the fearful wind and storm. He
succeeded in getting as far as the north
village, returning about noon with broken
tbill and whiffletrees. The roads were
made passable Tuesday, but Wednesday
morning smother storm was upon us in all
its fury
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
WEST WARDsBoRO.

Mr.. Gullander did not stay at the hotel
as expected.
A high wind ragged here nearly all Mon
day and Monday night, drifting the snow
that had been coming for three days.
Rev. E. B. Earle is much pleased with
the success of his trip the past week through
South Windham, Brookline and South
Newfane.
Dennis Frederic, who has been taking
pictures few weeks past, says next week
will be the last. Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday are his days.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24

Charles Lawrence fell from scaffold,
a distance of eight feet, and, striking a
sleigh, fractured rib.
Mrs. NJ. A. Fisher, who has been spend
ing her vacation with her friends in Brat
tleboro, returned here Tuesday.
A terrific storm began here Tuesday
night and ragged all day Wednesday, piling
the highways with drifts and compelling a
general cessation of business. Mails ar
rived late in the afternoon.
A good-sized class gathered at the town
hall to listen to the first of the course de-
livered on Pond life' by Prof. Pillsbury
ofSpringfield on Saturday. These lectures
promise to be of great interest and value.
Several of the public schools were dis
missed Monday, owing to the ferceness of
the storm and the small attendance. A
general holiday was given both the public
schools and the seminary Wednesday.
The good times planned by the pupils,
however, were entirely frustrated by the
storm.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24

The auditors report is in the hands of
the printer.
Mrs. Lottie (Wells) Boyle has been visit
ing in town.
William johnson of Brooklyn was in
town last week.
Fred Ballard has returned home from his
work at Surry, n. II.
Milton Allen has finished work at West
Dummerston and returned home.
Jason Crowningshield has been in town
looking after his interests here.
Walter Castle of Waterville, Mass, ar
rived on visit to friends Tuesday night.
Mrs. Matte Cushman of New York is
visiting her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. Henry
Sage.
Minnie Allen, Aurora Frost and Ella
Willis are home from Leland d Gray SEM
mary.
There was dance at S. E. Rawson's
Saturday night. About 20 couples at
tended.
Leroy Rawson has returned from Wor-
cester, where he has been attending bust
ness college.
o. n. Wardwell has been granted pen
sion of So month, with eight months
back pay. Mr.. Wardwell served in the LIST
n. II. cavalry.
d. F. Taylor, who was killed in the
railroad accident at Orange, Mass, Sun
day, kept the hotel here for several years
and had many friends in town.
Miss Jennie Day closed her school at
West Jamaica last Friday. The number
of scholars 10; average attendance IL.
Those having no marks were Walter For
roster, Adelbert Clough and Mary Clough
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
GUILFORD CENTRE.

The Windham County Pomona grange
will meet with Broad Brook grange, Gull
ford Centre, Feb. rs, 1898. Afternoon
session open to the public.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
WEST HALIFAX.

The ladies of the Universalist society
will give dance and sugar eat with sup
per at village hall this, Friday, evening.
All are cordially invited. Good music will
be furnished
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24

How often we hear mddle-aged people say re-
garding that reliable Old cough remedy n H
Downss Elixir: Why, my mother gave it TO me
When was child, and use It in my family: it
always cures. II is always guaranteed TO cure
or money refunded.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24

FouND-A gold ring, which the owner can hav,
by identifying and paying charges. Inquire o
Rev Y. b. Earle.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
Those Meat Roasters

n RE equally good for baking bread W..
- - you remember that a tough piece of meat
oJcOInes lender and cheap piece becomes iuicy
bear In mind the fact that your meat or you ~
i mnSe, scoLched and never underdone Won viii
unoerS.And something of the value OF our Roast
job lot Of toilet paper; regular nrca n, 70 slHe,
al pacasge i our price cents or six packages foS
WI w HT MS, Other new goods came this week u
WILCOX, New York Bargain store. eA' o.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24
JAMAICA.
SIN the Nick of Time"

Warren Holton camp, Sons of Veterans,
presented "In the nick of time" to a good
house Friday evening, Kingsbury's orches-
ira furnished the music. The play was
well rendered. The tableau was pro-
nounced by good judges to be fine. The
farce, "Joe Simpsons double" proved to
be lively, mirth-provoking scene, being a
case of mistaken identity all around. w.
L. Phelps sang in conclusion a comic song.
The proceeds of the exhibition were S30.55.
They repeat the play at Londonderry to-
night.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24

We have no time to tell you about our new
book, will just say that IL you have not had
copy II is your own fault, for we viii give you
one II you will call or send you one il you send
us two cent stamp to pay postage We wish
those who see them would say to us what theV
think Of them. The next book we issue will be
larger and better, We trust.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1893-02-24

ONLY $4,000 CAPITAL will give you a p lace Of
business and large and nicely chosen stock Of
goods where tn re is no competition. and If you
have not quite that amount OF capital perhaps
arrangements could be made so you could handle
this, which is one chance among thousand.
nRTCGG &
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1893-08-04

duties of which are underlined and
which can be changed at the will of the
superior. does not constitute an office,
not does the species of service per-
formed under public authority and for
the public good. Nor does position
the duties of which are not continuing
and permanent but casual and intermit-
tent constitute an office. and the per-
sons who hold these positions arc not
officers. In the case under cOnsidera-
ton no oath of Office is req uired, no
bond is given. the incumbent has no
tenure of Office, but is subject to re-
moval at any time by the mayor under
the authority of the council. She Is only
to be employed when necessary and
her services are of menlal nature, re-
curing no large amount OF discretion
and imposing no Official responsibility.
The amount she is to receive is fixed
by the council for months or parts of
months which she may serve.
do not find anything i'll her employ
meDt or her duties To characterize her
position as all officer any more than the
duties of the women who wash the court
house floors and windows, and the men
employedsfor doing various tasks upon
our streets and in the city buildings
characterize such men and women as
officers OF the city.
In support of this position, | would
cite in addition to the general line of
authority in "Throop on Public Of
ficerS," American and English encycl0-
pedias OF law and other WORKS, also the
opinion of Judges Willis and Kerr in the
case OF Egan against the city, the
language OF which opinion L have III
mind in using the last illustration.
R5cCardy's Next Concern.
Comptroller McCardy, after perusing
the opinion, remarked that the point
next to be considered was whether Mrs
Walker was eligible TO the position un-
der the clause when provides that the
female appointed must nave resided III
the city for two years. There was moth
ing, he said. in the opinion on this
point, and until it was settled there
could be no money paid to the present
maJrOn.
Mrs. Walker claims that. while she
held position in Saltwater for four
years, she always in(ended and was OF
the opinion that ST. Paul was her home.
A peculiar feature of the case is that
she only lived III st. Pail eighteen
months before she went to Saltwater.
and if only the actual time which she
resided here is taken into consideration
she has still six months To stay 1etUre
she can be said to have lived III st. Paul
for two years.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1893-08-04
Plain English.
Detroit Free Press.

Detroit Free Press.
The police had raided gambling
place and one of the captured players
was put on the witness stand of the
trial.
You we're in the room at the time
of the RADIO asked the attorney, after
some preliminary questions.
Yes, SIR"
And what did you do when the
police entered?"
Il made bolt for the back door,"
All queried the attorney, "are you
a blacksmith?;'
No. sir, Pm painter by trade"
Then how could you make bolt for
the back door?' smiled the attorney.
The witness showed his disgust at
that sort of examination.
"Aw," he said, Il made a sneak 10
get out that way"
"Oh, is that it?" said the attorney.
well, hereafter confine yourself 10
lntelligible English" and the examina-
ton proceeded.