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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
The Forbidden city.

The emperor of China lives in a palace
that forms the centre of an inclosed area
called the Forbidden City. This in turn
is the centre of a second collection of dwell
ings occupied by the personal retainers of
the emperor, and it is known as the Yellow
City. These two are finally located in the
centre of the Tartar city. Both of these
inner places are surrounded by their own
walls and moats, one very high and the
other very deep. The walls that surround
the Yellow City are about half a mile one
way and one mile the other. Strangers are
not allowed within these barri ,ades. nor
are the Chinese permitted to enter except
when they have business at the palace.
The rule about going out is almost as strict
as about getting in, especially as concerns
the emperor himself Surrounded by a
household of over five thousand men and
women, the emperor is really a prisoner.
while he is at the same time supreme. All
his amusements he must find within the
walls. a beautiful lake is provided for him,
which in summer is covered with lotus flow
ers whose perfume fills the enclosure. In
winter the frozen surface of the lake forms
pleasure ground on which the emperor
rides in a sleigh drawn by eight trained
men who are as enduring as horses and
travel at a rapid pace while the ladies and
gentlemen Of the court amuse themselves
with skating.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

1t is beginning to be said that Elihu
Root OF New York city is at present prime
force in New York politics. He is less
heard of than almost any other man, but
he is credited with being "the brains of the
anti-Platt movement and the only man
in the Republican opposition whom Mr..
Patt really fears. Mayor Strong has acted
largely under his advice in many of his
important appointments and "it is sus-
pected that nine-tenths of the things that
have happened lately to plague and hurt
Mr.. Plat were developments of Mr.. Root 5
ingenuity" Mr. Root is fifty years old, a
lawyer by profession, has served one term
as United States district attorney and was
one of the most influential members of last
years constitutional convention.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
Mrs. NJ. I. Mather is very low with CON

Mrs. NJ. l. Mather is very low with CON
sumption.
G.. w. Reynolds has moved from the East
village into Mrs. Priests house
Charlie Stockwell is out with very sore
shoulder, which, however, is doing well.
William Lowrey and bride returned Fri
day from their wedding trip to East Clin-
ton. p. O.
Very few spring birds have as yet ap-
peared unless the fruit tree agents are in
cluded in that list.
Mrs. Horace Prefountaine has been cal
ing for her mother, Mrs. Newton of Gull
ford, who is quite i'll.
Edwin Martin has bought Mr.. Benson's
house across the brook on Merose street
and has moved thereto.
Sugar makers are somewhat discouraged
over the sugar crop. There is little pros
pect of even an average yield.
The first regular meeting of the West
ern Engine company will be held in con-
'nection with the annual meeting tomorrow
evening.
Miss Laura c. Weatherhead returns
Monday to Howard seminary at West
Bridgewater, Mass. Her roommate, Miss
Lillian Bulles, who has been spending
part of her vacation here returned this
week.
A pleasant surprise was that given Mr..
and Mrs. Clifford Akley on their return
from their wedding trip to Springfield,
Mass, last Monday evening A company
of neighbors and friends came to spend the
evening with them and TO extend congratu-
lations and good wishes. Refreshments
were served, and many valuable gifts were
presented, including money.
The West Bratteboro euchre club had
the largest gathering of the season last
Saturday evening at Charles Stockwelrs,
there being Is people present, occupying
six tables. George HOughton of Guilford
won the royal prize, Miss Minnie Stock
well progressive, +. b. Richardson, BOBBY.
After the playing the company paItook of
an elaborate spread.
Verify West Brattleboro is booming.
Two new additions to our business circle
have been made this week. f. F. Blodgett
has started boot and shoe repair shop,
and Edwin Gobe has established a
house and carriage painting shop. The
of both are at the old Adkins paint shop,
Mr. Blodgett occupying one of the tene-
ments in the same building. Patronize
home industry.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
And IsnClnnd. Ton.

To Americans there is humorous side
to the story which comes from Cuban wa
tiers that an English merchant vessel has
been fired upon by a Spanish cruiser and
compelled to bear to and stand search in
captain refused to respond to similar
summons.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
HIGH SCHOOL.

Edward Morse, 95 was out of school the first
of the week because of illness
The High school boys held meeting Thursday
possible.
The graduation exercises will probably be held
in the armory this year as the town hall viii un-
doubtedly be undergoing repairs and the Baptist
church is not considered large enough.
Among the visitors at school this week were
Miss Abbie Lundberg, 49, and her sister, Miss
Emma Lundberg, Charles Cox and George vii
lard, '92, and Principal Chaplin and Mr.. Osgood Of
the Bellows Falls High school.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

From the course taken by the Tennessee
apers to be no reason to expect that Henry
Clay Evans, the Republican candidate for
governor, will be allowed to take the office to
which the people undoubtedly elected him.
On the face of the returns he had a plurality
of 700, but the legislative committee hold
that, owing to purely technical violation of
the law, by failure to produce poll-taX re-
ceipts in Republican districts, Gov. Turney,
the Democratic candidate for reelection had
legal majority of 1000, and he will undoubt-
edly continue to hold over until another
election held. There ought to be no
doubt about the election of a Republican
! governor next time.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
Statesmen Wanted

VNO solicit orders for Nursery Stock, salary or
i commission. Cash advanced for expenses
and outfit free. Experience not essential. Active
hard working men can make good pay. The best
of reference required. THE r. G. CHASE CO..
Maiden, Mass. 12-19
Wy TANTED-Local and travelling statesmen can
w find steady employment with us; new sea-
son just opening, good pay at once, our men earn
from $40 to S125 per month. Apply at once and
secure,first-class territory We are the largest
growers Of nursery stock in Canada, over 200
acres. Can give you superior advantages.
STONE & WELLINGTON, Montreal, Canada
j. w. BEAL, Manager. Mention this paper.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
Death Of Mrs. G. NJ. TerrIII.

Mrs. c. NJ Terri died at her home in White
River Junction last week, aged &c. She was the
daughter of George Cone of that place who died
only two weeks ago. She was married to DR.. Tir-
rell when he was in practice at Grafton in 1873,
and she joined the Congregational church there.
town in 1890
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
TROLLEY FIGURES.
Additional Information secured by MIR.
Crosby.

Since Mr.. Crosby's communication on the 5th
page was put to press he has received a letter
from Middletown. Connecticut. which says that
the road there covers - To 4 miles, is equipped
with the best cars and cost S5O,O0O The power
costs about Sl2 day for four cars, or about So
per car per day, running from 5:45 A. N. to 1890
p. NJ The president says; our people are much
pleased with it, and ii could not now be taken out
without almost a revolution along the line 1t is
a very great convenience. 1t pays interest on the
bonds and leaves about eight per cent the
stock" The Plymouth, Mass, road, built SIX
years ago. on a route of four miles at about
two and one-half times its present valuation for
construction, has paid dividend ever since it
started. Plymouth has population about the
same as Bratteboro.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
"A Friend In Need Is a Friend Indeed"

friend advised me TO try Elys Cream Balm
and after using it six weeks believe myself
cured of catarrh. 1t is most valuable rem Y.
Joseph Stewart, 624 Grand Avenue, Brooklyn,
n. Y.
My son was afflicted with catarrh l induced
h i'm to try Ely's Cream Balm and the disagree
able catarrhal smell all left him He appears as
well as any one.-J. @. Olmstead Arcola, Ill.
Price of Cream Balm is so cents
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
A Home Testimonial.
E. L. PARKER:
CABINET WORK and ANTIQUE FURNITURE,
BRATTLBBORO, VT.

Brattleboro, VT. March II, 1895
Geo. G. Smith, South Londonderry, VT.
have used Smiths Rheumatism Cure for muscular rheuma-
sm and been greatly benefited by bottle have found that
will do all you claim and cheerfuly recommend it. have
been free from rheumatism years. 1t truly valuable
remedy and that puts life and vgor into the system
Most cordially yours
z. L. PARKER
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
GBe 0ermumt 39B@nfs.
BRATTLEBORO:
FRIDAY, APRIL >, 1895.

Some of the wise ones in New York
politics credit Gov Morton with conduct
ing a quiet but very effective canvass for
the next Republican presidential nomina-
ton, with prospect that he will at least
be foeman for the other candidates to
reckon with when the convention meets
next year.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
Our Lace Department.

Is now full of the latest Partisan and
Berlin novelties for the spring trade
at the lowest prices ever made on
these fine imported goods.
New Shirt Waists in the latest
styles and patterns both silk and cot
ton, and a few of the choice new
Capes and Jackets for spring have
Just arrived.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

The call has been issued for the eighth
annual convention of the Republican ma
tional league, which will be held at Cleve-
land, Ohio June 10. Each state is en-
titled to six delegates at large and four del
egates from each congressional district. A
leading feature of the business will be the
formation of a plan of campaign with
special reference to the presidential year.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
IN THE LOCAL FIELD.
WEST BRATTbBBORO.


Revival services have been held here for
the past week, under the direction of Rev.
E. A. Whittier of Lawrence, Mass. Much
interest has been manifested and it is
deepening. The spirit of union is marked
and impressive. Bible readings have been
held at the Congregational chapel after
moons, and preaching services at the Bap-
tist church evenings except on Saturday.
A church wagon was put into use Tuesday,
and has been useful in aiding people to
attend. Last Sunday the services all day
were held in the Congregational church,
and were attended by large audiences.
Thursday was observed as fast day by
the churches. Each church met by itself
in the forenoon and the two churches came
together in the afternoon and evening as
before. The stores have been closed even
ings during the meetings, and considering
the circumstances of sickness and bad roads
the congregations have been large The
services next Sunday will be morning and
evening at the Congregational church.
Everybody is invited to come.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

The st. Albans Messenger quotes Hon.
Calvin Page, collector of internal revenue
for this district, as saying when in st. Al
bans the other day, that the 1894 sugar
bounty will be paid to the Vermont farm
ers as soon after the first of July as the
checks can be drawn Mr.. Page advises
the sugar-nlikers not to put their claims
into the hands Of claim agents to collect,
for nothing will be gained by it,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

acquitted him as a matter of loyalty to the
lost cause. That is the way the record of
the case now stands.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

If you once try Carter's Little Liver Pills for
sick headache, biliousness or constipation, you
will never be without them, They are purely
vegetable, small and easy TO take. Don't forget
this
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
Fur CapeS, MuffS and BOaS

Reduced to about one half their
actual value. Only few left.
Have received this week a full
line of ladies' Dress Skirts, in silk,
satin, wool, crepon and serge, at the
lowest New York prices. Make
your selections while the assortment
is complete,
Have made some special prices
on the fine grades of Mackintoshes
which should interest prospective
buyers, and all odd lines of ladies'
wrappers have been marked at such
low price that they should clean
up in a very short time.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
A Card of ThnnI,s.

Deans Rheumatic Pills absolutely cure rheu-
matsm and neuralgia. Entirely vegetable. safe
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

To our neighbors and friends and all those who
have shown us so much kindness and sympathy
during the illness, death and burial of our dear
wife and mother desire to return sincere
thanks. May they be as surely remembe red in
their time Of need.
F. +. WHITE,
ADDIE j. BUTTERFIELD,
GEO. II. BUTTERFIELD.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

japanese Justice moved swiftly in the
right channel in the case of the young
fanatic who attempted to assassinate Ii
Hung Chang, the Chinese viceroy, and he
is now under sentence to imprisonment for
life. Under the use of the modern anti
septic treatment the venerable viceroy is
making a good recovery from his wound,
and has been able to resume the peace ne
gotiations. While these are in progress
an armistice of three weeks has been agreed
upon. The japanese demand upon China
is, in brief, the cession of the island of
Formosa, the occupation OF Manchuria,
and a heavy indemnity in money.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
THE VERMONT PHOENIX.
PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY AT BRATTLEBoRo, VT, BY
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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
0. J. P T
Granite Block.

light they can get, the richer they
look.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

1t is said by some of the Washington
correspondents that at the opening OF the
next Congress Senator Morrill, will choose
to retire from the craftsmanship of the Sen
ate finance committee which he has filed so
long and so ably. The duties of this com
mite will be unusually onerous during the
next session, for reasons which are obvious,
and on account Of increasing years Mr..
Morrill, begins to find the place burden.
The Senate, however, may not consent to
his retirement. In any case he will retain
a place upon the committed
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
Hosiery and Underwear
Department,

The prices in this department are
so low that it will pay you to antici-
pate your next seasons needs if al
ready supplied for the paesent.
Linen DamaSk, Napkins,
Towels, Crashes and DomesticS
at the lowest prices
ever quoted on each grade,
Fur CapeS, MuffS and BOaS
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05

Extra value in Dress Goods
at
IL, 10, %, 33, 81, 90 and rs cents
Each of these lines are special and
will speak for themselves upon eX-
animation.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1895-04-05
80 Designs

Prices range from s. to S25. Splendid assort-
ment of Afghans and Carriage Mats.
If you live out of town write us for cuts, stating
about the grade of carriage you desire.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-07
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316 KING STREET.

NEW "FLoRIDA Com
mencing last Saturday, the New York
and Florida Short-Line, comprising the
Pennsylvania railroad, Southern rail
way piedmont Air-Line), and Florida
Central and Peninsula railroad, will
run a fast train daily between New
York and Florida. 1t will be known
as the FLORIDA Limited" and be COM
posed of Pullman's latest dining and
sleeping cars. This train will leave
New York at 500 p. M, daily, passing
through this city about IL o'clock, and
will reach Jacksonville the following
evening at o'clock, and St. Augustine
at S:l5 p. m, in time for dinner The
now schedule reduces the time by near
ly two hours over the previous running
time. The cars are steam-heated and
lighted throughout with electricity.
The dining-car is supplied with ev-
cry comfort, atfording en- route all the
luxuries ola frst-class hotel. The train
will run through between New York
and st. Augustine solid.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-07
LOCAL BREVITIES.

The County Supervisors will meet to-
morrow.
Mr.. David S. Crofrode died recently
at Woodbridge.
The January term of the U. S. Court
will begin tomorrow.
The sudden thaw has left the streets
in very muddy condition.
The election of officers of the Y. M.
5. l.. will be held tomorrow night.
The tug NJ. B. Harlow is at King street
dock having some iron replaced on her
bows which was scraped off by the ice
in the river. Nv
The Southern Railway COMPANY has
appointed MIR. ]. ]. Wingfeld ticket
auditor of the road with headquarters
at Washington.
Superintendent of Poor Shock. who
broke his wrist last week, is issuing
orders for supplies from his home on
Fairfax street.
Mrs. Joseph Mingin, of No. 1903
Prince street, held the lucky number
(73S) which drew the handsome vase at
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-07

Tue WEATHER during the past for
weight hours has assumed several
phases. About three o'clock yester-
day morning there was hail, followed
by sleet, which interfered considerably
with pedestrianism, and the middle of
the streets was patronized more than
sidewalks during the early part of yes
terday. About the time the people
were going to church, however, thaw
had set in and the sleet began to disap-
pear, and in the afternoon all had
melted. The weather was damp,
cloudy and dismal, and the streets
sloppy. The skating Kinks soon yield
ed to the high temperature, and many
who had promised themselves days
sport on the bosom Of what they sup
posed would be the CLASSY creek found
themselves disappointed. The ice in
the river, too, before noon was proving
no obstruction to navigation, and be-
fore the day closed vessels were sailing
by the city. Early last night rain set
in, and continued to fall for short
time. About three o'clock this morn
ing there was another shower. To-day
the weather has been mild and the
conditions uncertain, though it Is PROB
able cooler northwest winds are IN
trdRsitu.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-07

SECOND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
The Week of Prayer will be observed
in the Second Presbyterian Church, of
this city, by service of prayer every
evening at $50 o'clock. The public are
invited to attend these services.
On Thursday afternoon at $50
O'Clock, in the same church, meeting
of the Woman's Foreign Missionary
Society will be held to receive some an
nual offerings for the support oi their
missionary: So important are the is
sues OF this meeting that a preparatory
service of prayer will be held on Tues
day afternoon, st the same hour and
place, to which the women of the city
are invited,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-07

JUVENILE THIEvEs.-This morning
four little colored boys were arrested
at the instance of Lieutenant Smith
and bought to the station house
charged with stealing several small ar
ticles from stores in this city. The
plumber, it was supposed, consisted OF
mouth organs, &c, and it was deter
mined to let them go provided their
parents would whip them then aud
there. This was agreed to, but before
the youngsters left the station house
other storekeepers besides MessrS.
Gambrill and Lennon, who had pre-
ferred the original charges, appeared
and charged the accused with stealing
articles of more value. 1t was ascer-
tanned that the same gang had
been pilfering all about the city, on one
occasion having stolen ham from Mr..
VIM. Cook, copper tea kettle and two
mugs from f. j. Miller & Co., a shaving
cup from Warfield & Hall, two vases
from Mr.. Groves, on upper King street
and several packages OF coffee from Mr..
Norton Entwisle. They had also stolen
hat from Mr.. Herbert. and a hen, but
the name of the owner of the latter
could not be ascertained. The thieves
had been seen in Mr.. Isaac Eichberg's
store during the holiday pretending
they desired to buy something, and it
is believed they did not leave there
empty handed. When these additional
charges were made the boys became
alarmed, and while still smarting un-
der the castigation they had received,
began giving each other away" in the
course of which they told where they
carried their plumber. 1t seems from
their statement that certain house on
Queen street, between Fayette and
Henry, occupied by white family, has
been the market spot for the plumber.
Fhs ham was purchased there for fifty
cents, the tea kettle tpart of a fifteen
dollar set was disposed Of for twenty
cents, and the vases and mugs for four
cents piece. A warrant will be is.
sued for the arrest of the parties on the
charge of receiving stolen property and
the boys will be held as witnesses il
the case. A pocket in the inside coat
of one of the boys was a curiosity.
Without exaggeration it may be assert
ed that it would hold half a peek of po-
tstoes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-07

CHRISTMAS DINNER IN WEsTMoRE-
LAND.-A most delightful Christmas
dinner was given by Mr.. and Mrs. L.
H. Massey, of Westmoreland county,
to the officers of the steamer Mattano,
in behalf of their great success during
the past year. The dining-room was
beautifully decorated, and the table
fairly groaned under its burden OF
delicacies. The room was made much
more attractive by the presence of Mr..
Massey's charming daughter, Miss
Lulu, vino has just returned from an
extended trip in Maryland, Penpsyl-
vania and Delaware. Among those
present were Captain w. l.. Skin
ner, of Washington, d. c.; Judge
j. Halifax Bailey, of Alexand-
ria; Hon. f. Jefferson Posey, Of Mary
land; Mr.. Charlie Bailey, of Baltimore;
Mr.. Willie Mills, of Alexandria; Misses
Jennie Green, of Milington, Md; Arrie
NJ. Coleman, of Ballsville, Va; Emily
Massey, and Mr.. and Mrs. o. l.. Massey,
of Colonial Beach.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1895-01-07

A GRAND MASQUERADE BALL.-Messrs
Greene G. Keegan desire to announce to their
patrons and friends that they will reopen
their Dancing Academy with Grand Mas
querade Ball at McBurneys Hall, corner King
and Washington streets on Monday evening.
January eth, 1895. Dancing begins at $50
sharp. Those appearing in mask will please
present their admission cards ct the door, In
future We will hold our Receptions every
Monday evening at $50 o'clock. Glass for
Scholars will reopen on Thursday, January
10th, 1895, at 1870 p. NJ The Lady and
Gentleman appearing in the most original
costume will each be presented with magnif-
iceut bunch of American Beauty Roses.
GREENE & KEEaAN.