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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

The passenger department of the Cen
trail Vermont railroad has issued new
edition of their Summer homes" which
contains much valuable information for
those who wish to enjoy the comfort and
pleasure of the summer resorts of Vermont
and Lake Champlain. As summer re-
sort Vermont is unsurpassed in pictur-
sequences, as will be seen by the many
beautiful illustrations of scenery and other
interesting features which this little book
contains. In addition is given a list of
the principal summer hotels and family
homes for summer boarders throughout
the state. The book is not for free distri-
button but may be had by sending twenty
five cents to S. w. Cummings, general
passenger agent, St. Adams.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
General orders for Memorial Day.

Commander-in-C Walker of the
Grand Army of the Republic has issued
the following general orders which have
been sent to the various posts:
The time is again at hand when inclina-
ton and duty call the Grand Army of the
Republic to prepare for the solemn serv-
ices of Memorial day. In accordance with
our rules and regulations, the Both day of
May is set apart for its reverent observ-
ance. This day is consecrated to the mem
DRY of our dead. 1t is the nations festival
of remembrance, when a liberty-loving and
happy people, enjoying the blessings OF
peace and prosperity, cease from their la
bors and with grateful hearts pay loving
tribute to the memory of brave men who
having finished their course with honor and
crossed the star lit line, now rest peacefully
under the shade of the trees on eternal
camping grounds. Sweet be their sleep,
unfading their glory, imperishable their
fame. Cover the mounds above them with
springtime's richest offerings. Raise above
them the flag they loved. Let sllvered age
standing by their tombs feel that with the
dust of such men sleeping in their soil, the
republic will stand with its glory undimmed
and its power unbroken. Let trusting
childhood weave garlands for them and at
their graves receive inspiration that will
keep them earnest in loyalty, pure in cit
izenship and faithful to duty.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
senator Proctor,s Denial.

The Rutland (yt.) Herald printed the fol-
lowing letter Saturday:
1t seems needless to deny the report in
your paper that I had telegraphed Mr.
Manley that the Vermont delegates at St.
Louis would vote for Mr.. Reed, notwith-
standing the action of the convention. |
see the same report in the Boston Journal,
although l wired that paper from Mont
peier that Vermont was now united for
Mckinley. do not recall ever sending a
telegram of any kind to Mr.. Manley, GER
tainly have not for year past, and every
word have written or spoken or wired
since the convention has been to the same
effect of my despatch to the Journal. |
shall do my utmost to see the nomination
of Maj. Mckinley at St. Louis. am hap
py to say, however, that it looks as though
not much work will be needed; that his
nomination is already secured. Very
truly yours, REDFIELD PROCTOR.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

The success of the international arbi-
tration congress held in Washington last
week was assured in advance, and the dis
tinguished jurists, educators, and clergy,
both Catholic and Protestant, who attend
ed lent the weight of high character and
great influence, as well as of sound reason,
to the resolutions adopted. These recite
the uncertain and oppressive nature of
war as means of settling international
disputes, to say nothing of its immense
evils, and affirm the superiority of arbitra-
ton, as well on grounds of material inter-
ests and permanency as because of the de-
mands of religion, humanity, and justice.
A settled system of arbitration established
by treaty is urged as an immediate duty
on the governments of the United States
and Great Britain, and the extension of
arbitration demanded to all civilized ma
tions at the earliest possible day.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

1t is said that the banana is a perfect
food, which expression means that it alone
will sustain life for an indefinite time. 1t
is well known to be wholesome and nutrl-
tious, and it is certainly cheap; therefore,
it is cause for qualification rather til III the
reverse, to find that the consumption of
the fruit in the United States has reached
enormous figures. Last years imporla-
tions amounted to II, 427, 846 punches. The
amount is increasing steadily, year by
year, and thus one of the most beneficent
products of the tropics is becoming more
and more extensively used in the North.
So generous is the fruitage of this ex-
traordinary plant that its food product was
estimated by Baron Won Humboldt to be
1873 times greater than that of wheat, and
A times more than that of potatoes. In
other words, if certain area of ground
would produce 33 pounds of wheat or 90
of potatoes, an equal area of banana land
would yield 1000 pounds of fruit, contain
ing all the DEMONSTRATING properties of
both wheat and potatoes. In Africa the
position of the banana is as important as
that of wheat in the United States, or
rice in China. Over the larger part of the
Dark Continent the banana is the staple
article of native food, and every African
village has its banana fields, as we have
fields of potatoes or corn.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

Bilkins (of Kansas City)-Come, have a
drink with me, old man. This is my lucky
day.
Filkins-What's up?
Bilkins-You know that 100 acres l own
out in Western Kansas?
Filkins-Yes.
Bilkins-Well, a granger came into my
office to-day and wanted to trade horse
and wagon for so acres of it. In making
out the papers l found the fool couldn't
read or write, SO (gleefully) showed the
whole 100 acres onto him.
TOCn Topics.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

There is a good deal in the claim of
Philadelphia to be considered "a city of
homes" for of the 100000 buildings in
that city, 10000 are dwelling houses. In
Philadelphia there are 10000 persons
owning real estate within the city limits.
There are fewer than $1,000 persons in
New York city owning real estate within it.
There are only $4,000 buildings in New
York city, of which 10000 are dwellings.
Brooklyn, though smaller city than New
York, has within its boundaries 125, 900
houses
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
NORTHFIELD, MASS.
Lewis T. Webster.

Lewis Taylor Webster, a lifelong resi-
dent of this place, died at his residence on
the evening of May /, after very distress
ing illness of several months from cancer
of the stomach. Mr. Webster was born
April 81, 1882, in the house built by his
grandfather in 1882 and since occupied by
descendants of the Webster family. He
was the oldest of six children, four of
whom are living, Lois, wife of Charles
Hastings of Orange; Ellen, wife of Alexan-
der Brown of Vernon; Charles and Lucy
Webster, the two latter living at the old
home. Henry w. died three years ago
this month. The deceased attended the
public schools of this place, later attending
the New Salem academy. He was great
reader throughout his life, thoughtful and
more intelligent upon general subjects than
many men with superior advantages. AT
ter reaching manhood he worked a short
time in his fathers grist mill, but for the
past 80 years has been engaged in mercan-
tile business at the present site of the
store. He married Mary Lord of this
town Oct. 8, 1854 Three sons were born
to them, Frank Arad, William Ezekiel and
Charles Henry, all of whom survive him.
A few years after his marriage he bought
the place where he has since lived. He
was prominent in the Unitarian church
and the town, having held many impor-
tant town offices. He was in the state
legislature one term from this district, and
for a great many years director in the
Greenfield savings bank. The funeral
was held from his late residence on Mon
day, crowded house testifying to the re-
spect in which he was held in this COM
munity. Much sympathy is felt for the
family, especially for the wife, who is
very feeble.
Mrs. l.. p. Wise. the milliner from Hins-
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

A German woman, a drunkard and thief,
born in 1740, has had 1874 known descend
ants up to date, according to Prof. Pell-
man of Bonn, who has been able to trace
the career of 100 of them. OF these 100
were born out of wedlock, POS were prof
essional beggars, 1S1 prostitutes, 70, in
Guiding seven murderers, got into jail; in
Is years these persons have cost the state
more than 1000, 900 marks.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
The Father,s Advice.

my son." said the aged man, "as you
are now about to enter the great world,
this little bit of advice may be of great use
to you: Whenever you make a 10-cent
purchase, slam dollar down carelessly on
the counter in payment. In this way you
may acquire a reputation for being a
whole souled fellow to whom money is as
naught at a mighty small expense. -
Cincinnati Enquirer.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

1t seems impossible to prevent the Ber-
muda from successful blockade running.
Already she has landed arms, munitions
of war and men on the Cuban coast several
times. She sailed from Jacksonville a
week ago today and it is now reported
that she has unloaded her cargo of 500,0 900
cartridges, two Calling guns, hundreds of
machetes and a thousand pounds of dyna-
mite. That means material assistance to
the Cubans.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
Not Likely to be Disappointed.

An inquisitive person passing along a
country road stopped to talk with a farmer
hoeing corn.
"YOur corn is small" said the inquisitive
person.
eyes, 1 planted that kind" replied the
farmer.
at looks yellow"
81 planted yellow corn"
81 don't think you'll get more than half
a crop"
Don't expect to--I planted it on shares"
-BUfdlO Courier.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
Cure fnr SIck Headache.

THOUSANDS of ladies suffer from sick headache
caused undoubtedly by disordered liver or stom-
ach. The best remedy that can be obtained for
this distr sSiIg complaint is found in Hoods
Pills. These pills are so mild and gentle in action
yet so thorough, that they give perfect satisfac-
ton. They cure sick headache, jaundice, sour
stom ach aud all liver ills They break up colds
and feyers and prevent the grip.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
wives who Knew IA Thing or Two.


a chicago TTlbune despatch from JACKSON,
Mich
Four Addison married men fixed up a
story about being called to Moscow on bus
mess. One of the mems wives happened
to know there was masquerade ball last
night at Moscow. She didn't do a thing
but hire livery rig and have the bill
charged to her husband. Then she drove
around and told the other three deluded
women what she suspected. They got into
other garments at once, drove to the i'll
fate1 town, purchased masks, and went 20
the ball and danced all night. When the
unmasking time came this morning each
one had her own true and loving husband
by the arm. Then the husbands begged
off, promising never to go to sea again, and
no divorces will follow if they keep their
promises
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
Kamr vs.. Indian Corn.

At the Kansas experiment station red
Kaffir corn and common Indian corn have
been grown side by side under the same
culture for six years, and during that time
the average yield of Kaffir corn was So
bushels per acre, and of the common kind
80 bushels per acre. The Kaffir corn yield
ed an average of A tons fodder per acre !;
the Indian corn y tons. Little difference
is found between red and white Kaffir,
either being better than any of either the
sweet or nOn-saccharine sorghnms.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

II sick headache is misery, what are Carter's
Little Liver Pills If they will positively cure it
People whe have used them speak frankly Of their
worth. They are small and easy TO take.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
Kamr Corn.
Further Information About this New
Grain and the Method of Cultivation
lit Belongs to the Sorghum Family.

Further Information About this New
Grain and the Method of Cultivation
lit Belongs to the Sorghum Family.
The Iowa City Republican prints this
letter which was written by j. g. Peppord
of Kansas City, Mo-, in answer to inquiries
made by an Iowa City resident. From this
letter it appears that Kaffir corn is a forage
as well as grain crop and that one of the
chief merits is its quality as drought-re-
sister.
"Kaffir corn is a non saccharine sorghum.
1t has come into prominence the last
two years as a result of what has been ia
vorably written regarding it, owing to the
good showing it made in resisting recent
droughts. Two years ago it was sown in a
very limited way, but has since then ex-
perienced something of a "boom." 1t
grows from four to five feet high, making
a straight, upright growth. Ithas a stalky
stem, with numerous wide leaves. The
stalks keep green and are brittle and juicy,
not hardening like other varieties of sor-
ghum, making excellent fodder, either green
or dried, which is highly reished by cattle,
horses and mules. The seed heads form
at the top of each stalk and as soon as
these show the grain we'll, the joints next
below the top send up shoots which yield
the second seed heads.
"If grain chiefly is desired the heads may
be allowed to mature on the stalk. If the
crop is mainly wanted for fodder, it is rec
commended to cut down the whole stalk
when the first seed heads come into bloom,
at which stage it cures admirably and
makes excellent forage. The second growth,
springing at once from the roots, will still
mature full crop of forage before the mid
die of October.
For the grain, SOW in rows three feet
apart, three to five pounds of seed to the
acre. For fodder, SOW from one-half to
one bushe, either broadcast or in drills
The yield of seed varies, but understand
about fifty bushels per acre is fair aver
age. The seed is said to make excellent
meal. Its latitudinal limitations as a for
age plant have not yet been determined,
Whether it is likely to hybridize or be ny
bridized with ordinary field corn | can not
say. Neither do l know how it does in wet
weather. 1t is dry weather that has dem
onstrated its merits"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

Pain from Indigestion, dyspepsia and too
hearty eating IL relieved at once by taking one of
Carte = Little LAYER FILLS Immediately after din
ner. Don't forget this.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

Out of weakness comes strength when the
blood has been purified, enriched and vitalized by
Hood s Sarsaparila.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
CTATE on VERNIONT. Marlhorn ss

CIATE OF VERMONT, Marlboro IS.
- By the Probate Court for Said District
10 all persons interested in the estate of GEN
SAID district, deceased, Greeting
Whereas, George A. Goodell has presented to
TINS court an instrument purportng to be the
hereby notified that this court will decide upon
the probate of said instrument at the session
tleboro, in said district on the 10th day of Nav
A. d. 1896, when and where you may appear and
contest the same if you see cause.
II E. W. STODDARD, Register
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

"Since taking Hoods Sarsaparilla am able to
rest well and my food does not distress me.-Mrs,
Geo. Reyes, Wallingford, Vt.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

~ ESTATE OF CHARLES H. TOWER.
We the sub cribers, being duly appointed by
the Honorable Probate Court for the District Of
Marb1 70, Commissioners to receive, examine
and adjust all claims and demands of all persons
against the estate of Charles II. Tower, late of
Dummerston, in said district, deceased, and all
claims and demands exhibited in offset thereto:
hereby give notice that we will meet for the pur,
pore aforesaid at the late residence of said de.
ceased, on the twenty day of May and the
P. NJ, uutl O'Clock p. NJ, on each Of said
days; and that six months from the 2lst day of
April, A. ID. 1896, is the time limited by said
US for examination and allowance
Dated at Dummerston, this 25th day Of April
A. d. 1896
IS 9, " y, PENIS, Commissioners.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
GREAT AUCTION SALE OF
Hotel Personal Property,
A; Prospect House, spoHord Lake,
Chesterfield, N. H., on
Wednesday, May 10,
commencing at . O'Clock A. NJ.

Consisting of Is ash chamber sets, IS painted
SETS cot beds, % wardrobes, 9 wool carpets, 1
Brussels 400 yards. straw mating, 60 yards, /
Corsair hall mating, hair cloth sofas, folding
bed, lounge 25 hair mattresses, 10 wool and ex-
celsoT mattresses 40 pair live geese feather pill
lows % holsters, 10 dozen sheets and pillow slips
4 dozen counterpanes. dozen comforters. dozen
wool blankets 10 dozen linen towels, 10 dozen
napkins, linen table covers, chestnut extension
tables, dozen dining chairs dozen office chairs,
9 dozen rocking chairs, black walnut centre ia
bles, office tables clocks soap stone stove, 9
parlor stoves, large 9hole Buck cook stove, 1
patent baker. three burner gasoline stove, kerr
osene stove, finch mangle, ice cream freezers,
chest refrigerators, seven octave piano "a good
one), billiard table and equipments crockery and
glass ware of every description. silver knives
lanterns Three cart loads of cooking and Kitchen
utensils; in fact, complement of everyt hing nee
essary to equip a fiftyroom hotel.
Also three-seated Watertown wagon, two
seated light express wagon, two-seated surrey
NEARLY new, lumber wagon, wheebarrow, /
cutivator, Ilow, hoes shovels, forks chains,
bars, axes, saws, double and single harness.
This is a rare opportunity for hotel men, board
ing house proprietors or individuals to purchase
excellent goods at their own price.
w. S. FUTILE,
c. p. GlL>ON,
Auctioneers.
The real estate, consisting of 40 acres Of land
suitably divided into woodland, pasturing and
tillage, with farmhouse and outbuildings and
the 40XSO three-story and basement Hotel, are for
sale at any time before the auction at a low fig
ure. Part Of the purchase money can lie on
mortgage.
For further information address A. R. MASON
Keene n. H, or c. E. HOFFMAN, Esq, 80 Mas
sau Street. n. y.
Mr. Mason will be on the premises two days
previous to the sale to show property to any one
who desires to inspect
A. R. MASON. Manager.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

Mrs. L. P. Wise, the milliner from Hins-
dale, is at the Beehive the first three days
of each week dispensing her wares.
A local telephone exchange is being put
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08
ArgaI Notices
CTATE or VERMONT. Marlboro. IS.

- Court of Insolvency.
In matter of ISRAEL L. HALL of Nottingham,
in said district, an insolvent debtor.
Notice is hereby given that Israel L. Hall of
Nottingham, in said district, on the 18th day of
April 1896 hied his petition in insolvency in this
court and that a meeting of his creditors will be
held at the Probate Office in Brattleboro in said
district, on the ninth day of May, 1896, at ten
O'Clock in the forenoon for the purpose of prov.
ing claims against, and of choosing one or more
assignees of said estate. And the payment of any
debts and the delivery of any property belonging
TO said debtor, to him for his use and the
transfer of any property by him are forbidden by
law. IS E. W. STODDARD, Register
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1896-05-08

Mahogany is largely used for
first.class work, and we give some
good trades in solid mahogany
tables, as we bought some very
low.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1896-01-21

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St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1896-01-21
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St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1896-01-21
PROFESSIONAL.

ALEXANDRIA BATHS-Turkish Russian cleo
tric, steam shampoo vapor needle, shower
tub and spray; scientific massage. Lady
and gentlemen attendants. Light lunches
served with baths free of charge. Gym
nasium in connection. Eighth floor. Globe
Building, Fourth and Cedar SITS. Take ele-
vator. Open all night. Telephone 3O5.
MRS. DIR. REARDON, 1894 North Exchange
ST., corner Sixth; baths, Turkish. electric,
tub and vapor: to g. including Sundays.