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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

The agricultural schedule is substantially
similar to that of the Mckinley law and
its principal features have already been
made public. Barley, buckwheat, corn,
oats and rice 90 back to Mckinley rates.
Butter and its substitutes go back to six
cents a pound, cheese to six cents pound,
bacon and hams to five cents pound, pre-
served meats to 25 per cent ad valorem,
live poultry to three cents pound and
lard to two cents pound, all as under the
Mckinley law. Milk is reduced from five
cents gallon to two cents and preserved
milk from three cents to two cents as COM
pared with the Mckinley law, but fresh
milk is thus taken from the free list of the
present law and preserved milk is advanced
one cent a pound. May l is the date
named for the law to go into effect.
Special consideration is shown the ma
pie sugar industry in clause which i'm
! poses duty of four cents pound on ma
| pie sugar and maple syrup instead of an
| advalorem duty of 40 per cent. This pro-
vision is aimed at the dark brown Canadian
syrup made by primitive methods, which,
| it is said, is largely used in adulterating the
| Vermont product sent to Chicago and 9TH
er Western points.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19
Fact Against Fiction on the Woman
Question.


Hoyt's satrical comedy, "a contented
woman" is declared by its author to be a
representation not of actualities, but only
of possibilities, in Denver political life,
The story of the Populist meeting in that
city on Saturday, however, indicates that
the stage picture was rather under than
overdrawn, says the Philadelphia Ledger.
The aggressiveness of the strong-minded
women in the play who undertake to "pur-
ify politics. and the unpleasant experience
at the polls of the woman candidate for
mayor were more than realized in the act
ual convention, if the press reports tell the
truth. Men and women, we are told, Wed
with each other in using bad language and
telling things about each other which were
probably true, but certainly not compli-
mentary, and when words led to blows the
women did their share, two of them tear
ing out most of a mans beard as a climax
to the performance. The episode is not
to be charged to the advent of women in
politics, but it manifestly does not show
that she necessarily puri6es politics to any
great extent. 1t simply demonstrates the
patent fact that there are bad women as
well as good ones, and as the same dis.
tinction exists among men, the inference
is that something more than the mere
participation of women is needed to purify
politics.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

When a person begins to grow thin there is
something wrong. The waste is greater than the
supply and it is only question of time when the
end must come.
In nine cases out of ten the trouble is with the
digestive organs. II you can restore them to a
healthy condition you will stop the waste, put on
new flesh and cause them to feel better in every
way. The food they eat will be digested and ap-
propriated to the needs of the system, and a nor
NAL appetite will appear.
Consumption frequently follows wasting Of
bodily tissue because nearly all consumptives
have indigestion. The Shaker Digestive Cordial
will restore the stomach to a healthy condition in
a vast majority of cases. Get one Of our books
from your druggist and learn about this new and
valuable remedy.
When the children need Castor Oil, give them
Laxol; it is palatable
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

The Senate committee on foreign rela-
tions reported favorably the arbitration
treaty with Great Britain, with amend
ments, Wednesday. The amendments are
administrative only in character. The
scope of the treaty has not been touched.
1t is believed that it will be ratified at an
early day, as urgently recommended by
President Mckinley in his inaugural ad-
dress.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

How have the mighty fallen! The iri-
descent Ingalls, of Kansas, ex-president of
the United States Senate, was a yellow
journals reporter at the prize fight at Car
son City. One of Ingalls, much-quoted
remarks was that the decalogue and golden
rule had no place in politics. How about
everyday life, Mr.. ingalls,?
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

A Washington despatch says it was de-
cided at an early meeting of the new cabi-
net, after careful discussion of the Cuban
situation, that the policy hitherto pursued
of strict neutrality and enforcement of the
neutrality laws would be adhered to so
long as the conditions remain as at pres
ant
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19
Gbe Dermunt 39Beui..
BRATTLEBORO:
FRIDAY, MARCH 1a 1897.

1t is given out that Postmaster General
Gary has decided to adhere TO the four
year tenure of Office policy for postmasters,
except in cases where such officials should
be removed for cause.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19
The New Tariff Bill.
Chairman DingIey's own Statement of
Its Purposes aud Provisions.


Its Purposes and Provisions.
The new tariff bill introduced in Con-
gIess Monday by Hon. Nelson Dingley,
jr., of Maine, chairman of the ways and
means committee, embodies the results of
hard work by the members ever since the
meeting of the last session of Congress, in
December. 1t is intended to raise from
fifty to sixty million dollars more revenue
under the bill than is provided by the eX-
isting law. Duties have been advanced
for the double purpose of protection and
revenue. An important rule which has
governed the committee is the substitution
of specific duties wherever possible, in
stead of those based upon values.
MIR. Dingley's Statement.
Following is Mr.. Dingley's statement of
what it is purposed to accomplish by the
new law. 1t is the most comprehensive
and intelligent view of the measure which
can be given:
The new tariff bill has two purposes,
namely, to raise additional revenue and to
encourage the industries of the United
States. On the basis of the importations
for the last fiscal year the bill would in
crease the revenues about $1l2, 2,OOO,O 900.
This estimate is ON the supposition that
the imports of each class of goods would
be the same the next fiscal year as in the
fiscal year ended last June. But as the
imports of wool were three times as great
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19
THE VERMONT PHENIX.
PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY AT uRArr1rporo. w.
o. l.. FRENCH.

TERMS; 81 80 per year in advance; if not paid
within the year, -.
RATES OF ADVERTISING furnished on application.
Births, deaths and marriages published free.
Obituary Notices, Cards of Thanks, etc, 70 cents
per inch of - lines or less
oud lass mail matter
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19
sweet sIeen TabIets.

This wonderful remedy rests and strengthens
the nerves, cools the brain and produces sweet
and natural sleep. All OF Dr. Flowers Scientific
remedies for sale by Geo. E. Greene, Druggist.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

The fact that the Democrats in Congress
gave their solid support to Joseph w.
Bailey OF Texas as candidate for the speak
ership is regarded as constituting him the
official leader OF his party. Mr.. Bailey's
career has been OF the meteorc order, like
Bryan's. lie is only 80 years old, but is
now entering upon his fourth term as a
member Of Congress 4Ie was born in
Gainesville. Miss, was admitted to the bar
at the age of 90 and a year later was a
district elector on the Cleveland and Hen
bricks ticket. He settled in Texas at the
age of -, and four years later was elected
to Congress. He was - when he began
his first Congressional term, being one Of
the youngest men ever admitted to that
body.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

The new House of Representatives con-
sists of 357 members, of whom 209 served
in the last Congress, and l6 in former
Congresses, while 1872 have never served
in Congress before. Politically classified
there are 2O6 Republicans, 122 Democrats
and 20 Fusion Silverites and Populists.
The roll of the Senate is made up of ~
Republicans, 80 Democrats, eight Silver
ties and four Populists, the Republicans
lacking two of a majority vote. There
are three yacancies-from Kentucky, Ore
gon and Florida. The governors of these
states have made appointments to fill the
vacancies, but from the action taken in
the case of the Florida appointee it is
probable that admission will be refused
them all, and election by the state legisla-
lures will have to be awaited. 1t is sup
posed that in the end the three states will
send to the Senate two Republicans and a
Democrat, increasing the Republican vote
to A, but that will still be one short of the
number required to divide the Senate
equally and give the Republican vice pres
ident the casting vote. 1t is understood,
however, that enough of the Silverites
with Republican affiliations will vote with
the Republicans to assure the enactment
of the new tariff bill
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

Senator McNulty has introduced a bill
into the New York legislature providing
for a Worlds fair in New York city in 1901,
the year following the proposed exposition
in Paris. His idea is to make the fair a
celebration Of the formation OF the greater
New York, and the bill provides that the
city shall issue bonds OF =, 10000 to $lO,-
100000 to pay expenses. Senator Plat,
Cornelius Vanderbilt, Wm. c. Whitney,
J. p. Morgan, Chancey Depew, Mayor
Strong and a score Of other prominent men
are named as commissioners.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19

The Island Pond Herald takes exception
to the proposition of the Vermont delega-
tion to make Newport the main port of
entry in the new customs collection dis
trict, in case two Vermont districts are
created, and raises the claim that Island
Pond should be made the port of entry for
the new district instead, on account of the
greater volume of customs business tran
sacted at Island Pond, and because of its
geographical location near the centre of
the customs business of the new district.
At Island Pond the collector would be in
touch with all the most important work of
the custom house. At Newport he would
be away from the bulk OF his work, and
would be convenient only to his own port,
Derby Line and Troy. The Herald's fig
ures make good showing for Island Pond
on the score of volume of business. ST.
Adams, it says, is the second Office in the
state in the amount of customs business
transacted, but the January business at
Island Pond was five times that at St. AL
bans, these being the figures; Value of en-
tries at Island Pond, Sl,577, ,S92, duties
collected, S43l SIS; entries at St. Albans,
S290,954, duties collected, $74,3S5.07.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19
Bustness Garns.

II ID. HOLTON, VI. ID,
H. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON.
Ofice and residence corner Main and Walnut
treetS. At home from to > and to TP.M
BrattleborO. Vt
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-03-19
TAMES CONLAND, VI. ID.

u PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON.
Office in Crosby Block, opposite Telephone Ex-
change. Oflice hours to. 9 AN, I to p. NJ. Res
dence corner Main and Walnut SITS, Brattleboro.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
APoor Worker.

No man or woman can work well, mentally or physically, nor prefofm ef- fectiye service of any kind who is burdened with torpid liver. Consti- patton and deficient secretion of bile have clogged up the organs of the body so that they cannot keep up the energy to the proper standard, hence, weariness, headaches, depression, fiek- le appetite result All this can be changed with few doses of Prickley Ash Bitt4rs. It cleans the system thoroughly, iushes the excretory ca nals, drives out impurities, imparts new life to the vital organs and re-es- taDlishes healthy functional activity, which brings with it energy. strength, vigor of body and brain and cheerful spirits. Sold by F c. Savage and J. c. Jackson Drug Co.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
Notice of Execution Sale.

Notieeis hereby given that will. on the 23rd day of October, 1891, at the east door of the court house, at Dallas, Polk county, Ark, of note andlapproved security, of lien retained the following described property, to-wit: A part of the W "A of the s " 14 of the N E l4 Sec F T % 31 w, containing ten acres and known as Lots and { Powers < ffFiiiayer suf-.iis ision town of Mena, to satisfy judgement in favor of St L. Thacker, against Charles Kipp. for the hundredths dollars. with interest at ten tl0) per cent from the 5th day of June 1897, and eleven GID and eighty (S0) one-hundredths dollars costs of suit which was adjudged against Charles Kippin said action. Said sale being made by virtue and under authority of an execution Issued to me by the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Polk county on the 2lst day of September. 1S07.
 Given under my hand this 25th day of Sep tember, 1897. D. B. JOPLIN, Sheriff.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
AIefter of Thanks.

1 desire to thank the people of Mena and Polk county for their liberal pat ronage and in doing so wish to call their attention to the fact that l am far better than ever prepared to serve them, having just added a -Eew depart ment to my stock. l now have large and we'll selected stock of dry goods and clothing which 1 have placed on sale at very low prices. l kindly in- vite all to come in and examine my stock and get prices
 Very respectfully,
 R. $. OWEN
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
Notice for Publication.
Land Oflice. Camden. Ark.. sent 1G.

Land Of1ice Camden, Ark, Sept 16 1897. named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, and that said proof W1ll be made before the Clerk of Polk county, Ark, at Dallas on 2eth Oct. 1897, viz:
 JAMES A.PAYNE, of Polk county. Ark II. E. 14l76 for the E 1a $ E II Sec 3l and W E $ " hl See 32 T $ K s2 w
 He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon and cultivation of said land, viz
 Francis NJ strawn, of Bulger, Ark. Joseph W. McCnlley. of Nichols. Ark, Daniel II May abh of Bulger, Ark, and William Abner, of Bulger Ark ]. A. ROSS,
 Register
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
Notice to Subscribers.
R s OwEl

Those knowing themselves indebted to the Star for subscriptions are re- spectfully requested to call, or send and settle the same. Those who have promised or desire to pay in farm pro duets are informed that eggs, chick ems, corn, oats or silver are as good as gold or greenbacks at this office,
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
lust Received.

At Littlejohn & Co.'S. new and fresh supply of choice groceries, among which is lot of Scuddoes Can ada maple syrup, warranted pure and unadulterated. When wanting fresh goods of best grades give us call
 LIrTLEJoHN dS Go.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
To Homesteaders.

We have at this office blanks upon which to make application for final proof and will make them out free of cost to anyone wishing. Our fee for publication is S2.s0 and no one need fear that we have not the re- quired bonified circulation to make such publications legal
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
Hogs For Sale.

Five pedigreed Poland China hogs by c. s. Hollipeter, one mile west of Mena. 5-2t
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29
Weather Report.

Following is the weather report for week ending Sept e6, reported by D. H. Hopkins, of Dallas:
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

M- D. Winton moved from Camp Ground to Mena last week, and opened up large stock of gener- al merchandise in the building formal ly occupied by A. Gallagher wbe has moved into Hudgins' brick building Mir. Winton will keep his store at Camp Ground but will live here and devote most of hls time to the business here.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

John Griffin, of Zanesville, O., says: T never lived a day for thirty years without suffering agony, antil box of De Wits Witch Hazel salve cured my piles, For piles and rectal trou- bies, cuts, bruises, sprains, eczema and all skin troubles De Wits Witch Ha gle salve is uneqnaled. Pipkin < Hanes.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

Your political education is being sad. ly neglected II you have not read President John Smith. It is an illus. trated book of 900 pages, but it wlll cost you only ten cents, because the publishers have fixed this price iii or der to sell million copies Address the Star. Mena, Ark. 5tf
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

fall stock of shoes this week.
 Phys icians as a rule are predjudiced against proprietary medicines but many of them resort to Priclxly Ash Bitters to relieve cases of kidney trouble, when the old schoo. remedies are not effective. It has cured many desperate eases. Sold by F C. Savage and J. C. Jackson Drug Co.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

There is time for verything; and the time to attend to a cold is when 1t starts. Don't wait until you have consumption but prevent it by using One Minute Cough Cure, the great remedy for coughs, colds. croup, bron- chitis and all throat and lung troubles. Pipkin x Hanes.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

A. " St. John, formerly of the Carthage Press, who went to Mena and established paper a year ol so ago, seems to have struck a little placed his business on 8 sound fnan- cial footing, but has just let the con tract for handsome residence for him self. after having already built house there for his son and another for q tenent Kansas City Journal.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

It does not seem possible that the table for eight people can be provided for ten dollars week. But Mrs. Ro- Ter, the most famous cook in America, says it can be done She has tried it and she knows She proves her case in the Ladies Home Journal for Octo- Der. She gives twenty-one menus cov- ering a weeks meals, and gives full practical directions by which any wo- man can make as attractive meals as Mrs. Rorer explains, for this small sum of ten dollars.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

Go to the Jackson Wheeler Drug Go. on Mena street for your paints, oils and bushes.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

Ten pounds of good coffee for Sl.00 at c A smith < Bro. $
 A farm in the north to exchange for one in the south. have 160 acres of land in Dakota, valued at S2, 500, to exchange for land or town property in the south. A change of climate is needed by me Address
 Jos TREASoR 4q-l0t Mound Citv, $ Dak.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

c. E. Ancell and B. Holm, of Mar. shall, Mo-, came down last week to take look at the country. Mr. Holm is merchant tailor and after remain. ing few days returned home with the intention of moving here and go- ing into business.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

51S oz. domestic at Owens for five cents per yard.
The Mena weekly star., 1897-09-29

It heals everything except broke, heart, may be said of De Wits Haz, Salve. Piles and rectal diseases, cuts burns, bruises, letter, eczema ant all skln troubles may be cured by fl quickly and permanently. Pipxin ( Hanes.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-03-21
SaOSDY CAMP OF VIRGINIA
10 Participate In tho DcdicntIon a.,
Grnnf'S Moni,inpnt

The eSmemhers Of Moshy.s Cavalry
'fortN-third Virginia Batiali,m are In
rlea to participate In the ceren,nies of
uAe dedlcation OF the Grant monument
on Aprl 9th. 1897.
no greater opportunity has been Of
iefsa IN the expression OF the grateful
sentiment and appreciation Of the mag
l'ah@nlty OF General Grant toward orr
cHm!hu<S in general. and more par,icu-
Eiriy me remembrance Of his generous
protection TO our commander, Ct,,onel
Jchn ;. Mosby, at the close OF the Ia /
war. S7l - 49,
1t IS 10 be hoped that we can gather
tosether goodly number ia swell the
ranks or either EEK Confederate" or
carnations In the grand parade
lnose members desiring IL particinate
are requested to forward their ma mes a /
once IN order that arrangements NAV bn
made Tor horses, equipments, elr.. at O
small cost :
Further suggestion as to the style OF
mai and coat TO be worn will be sub.
United later.
Address all COMMUNICATIONS to John 7
DICKSON temporary committeeman.
Geadaunrters Confederate Veteran
Camp OF New York, Windsor Hotel. New
York. :
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-03-21
a III us E"Nl I'm I'S

THE BROWNIES. "-rhe famous
Brownie Man" Palmer Cox, will be
mere TO personally supervise c. y. Jer-
ier:3n. klaw & Erlanger's wonderful
spectacle, The Brownies" at the Arad .
envy OF Music soon. Air. CoX's admirers,
are legion, and he receives an ovation
WHEREVER The Brownies" Is presented
Every one is curious 10 see The man who
originated the funniest characters that
nave ever Eaen created On the stage
The Brownies are said to be even
more ccmicia than in the books.
'LR. I2ELGAFF" LAST NIGHT
Mt Wilton Lackaye and Miss Marie
wainwright, with their excellent sun.
parting company. appeared a, ne Acad :
uny Of MUSIC again Yesterday afternoon
aGid evening. presenting Charles klein's
SI-onG EJay. DIR. He!gran" The com
pany certainly deserves the most Iibc-
"a: r'3trpna ge and should the combina-
non ever reappear in this city they may
De assured CT warm welcome and q
large au6ience
TIE PROJECTCSCOPE. - Edlson's
!atest and greatest invention, the rro-
jec:o} cope. will he seen in this city next
week, beginning Monday night, a the
academy Of Music. The projectors cope
Us beyond a doubs The most wond err:ll
Of Thomas A Edison's inventions THIS
3inNention Is remarkable giving, as /,
aoe Ike q nd life sized 3represe nta-
lien sS rs sesn ii Ia CHI
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-03-21
Spring Opening nj COrutnnn,s.

Corpman. the well known and pop,,.
lar m.li:ner. Of No. 37S Main street
viii have his regular spring opening O,
fine millinery on Wednesday. the oath
instant, when all the latest creations
Of French art and Paris tas,a vii no on
exhibitions The elegan, display q,
Corpman's is always Of grea, in:eres,
TO the ladies OF Norfolk and vicinity
and The opening on Wednesday mex;
promises tn eclipse Al his former er-
forts In this line. Mr.. Corpman cor.
daily invites the ladies' to attend The
exhibition. feeling sure the display " Il
please them. and remember the mum.
Der, BIS Main street.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-03-21
Police Court Record.

Justice Troml:n had quite a lengthy
Court.
John Allen. colo:ed. was given tho
choice OF killing his dog, which had
bittcn Mary Chcltham. or paying a
line of $3.50. John ransomed his ca
nine by paying the fine.
Charles Borfanti, an inmate Of the
Hampton Soldiers Home. obtaining ST
under false prc.enses from Judge 1hos.
n. WILCOX, who defended him in the
United States Court In this city recent
~; two month: In jail
sam Cross, colored, embezzllng s1.a5.
the properly or Henry Jackson, color
ed; fifteen days in jill.
Robert Jones. colored shopl.fting at
the Norfolk Steam Laundry; held for
ten days.
Martin Rowling, abusing W. 3. Not
tinehain; fined Sc. So
$3.50 II 80 '
Lou Elliott, cnlorea, az:aultlng Lou
Hart coiored; fined 5000.
Peter Stephens. drunkenness and ais
orderly conduc.; fined $3.50.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-03-21
TIE DEADLY CIGARETTE.
Hr. FHWhnfnm Schnnck Addresses tile
Eoys on the Subject.

Old First Baptist church on Cumber-
iand street. was almost filled with
young people yesterday. the occa son
beng the weekly children's rally. The
event Of the meeting was the address
or Or Powhatan Srhanck on the evils
Of cigarette smok Ing: a plain. impress
slVe and instructive talk. 10 which the
boys listed With marked attention.
About hat Of those p! esent are addict
ed 10 the habit There were also seve-
raj very creditable rec!lations. Mex,
saturday only boys will be admitted.
and experiments will be performed
showing the effects Of alcohol upon the
system.