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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
BELLOWS FALLS NEWS.
Mock Town Meeting.

Animated Discussion Before Voting
Upon -Four Articles OF Great Interest
TO Our citizens.
The Young Mems club scored a success
Tuesday evening in their mock town meet
ing which was largely attended by both
ladies and gentlemen. Only four of the
eight articles in the warrant were reached
but the discussion of those was lively and
excited keen interest. The first article re-
lating to exempting a shoe mandatory
from taxation did not bring out as many
points of real benefit to the hearers as the
others, although the meeting voted such
exemption. The second article relating to
solid sessions of the High school and short
er hours for all the grades took long dis
cussion, participated in by number of
able speakers. 1t is a subject which in
terests every family and the bringing out
of the two sides to the argument will ma
terially assist the citizens in forming a
Judgment upon the question when it act
ually comes before the town for decision.
The vote resulted in adopting a resolution
to leave it to the board of school directors.
The Sd article relating to the care of the
sidewalks resulted in a discussion of only
one side, the principal argument being
made by Judge Read The meeting adopt
ed resolution requiring the superintend-
ent of streets to obey the law of the cor
poration in the immediate removal of every
snow which falls to the depth of three
inches or more
The 4th article establishing a hospital
brought out lengthy and interesting dis
cussion, developing the actual needs of the
locality, the great benefits arising from it,
and the willingness of citizens, railroads
and manufacturing concerns, to assist in
the enterprise when the proper time comes,
1t was the means of getting considerable
information before the people and may
prove the starting point of public enter
prise, which will result in establishing one.
1t was voted to establish a hospital here,
appropriating $4,000 for it, and $1,000 for
the first year for its maintenance. These
small sums are accounted for by the infor-
nation received that citizens and corpora
tions stand ready to take hold of the
measure when the time comes.
AT this point, it having reached the hour
of 10 o'clock, the meeting was adjourned
to a later date, subject to the call of the
clerk, to consider the remaining articles
which refer to a scientific examination of
the light in our school rooms, and its effect
upon the eyes of the pupils. To establish
a public park, to abolish the liquor agency
and to appropriate money to assist the
electric railroad.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
GRAFTON.

NJ. L. Hawley of Northampton, Mass,
is visiting at Mrs. H. Wizards.
Miss Katherine Leonard returns to her
school at Newport, VT, on Friday, Dec
80.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Merrl6eld and fami-
ly were at W. S. Eaton's from Saturday
until Monday.
Miss Abbie Palmer was obliged to give
up her school on account of sickness. Miss
Mary Haskins will finish out the term.
DR.. Staples spent Christmas with his
mother in South Wlndham, Me. His lit
tie daughter, Madeline, who has been in
Maine several months, returned with him
on Tuesday last.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Sherwin of Alstead,
N. H., Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Sherwin of
Amherst, Mass, and Mrs. Alice Wilbur
and family of this place, spent Christmas
day with their parents, Mr.. and Mrs. W.
j. Sherwin.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
Fine Old v.rmon,er or,h. nsst Type

THenry McFArIand IN The Boston Herald
Senator Morrill, was more generally
known than any other public man who
had not been President, Vice President or
speaker, and was better beloved by his
associates in public life than all the other
statesmen. His comfortable home on
Thomas circle had been for many years
famous for its simple, cordial hospitality,
and for that old-fashioned New England
atmosphere of sincerity and kindness
which Senator Morrill, preserved through
all his long service in Congress. Wash
ington could not spoil a man of his sim
plicity and integrity, and he remained TO
the last fine old Nermonter of the best
tyDe
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30

Admiral Dewey, who is now the senior
officer of the American navy, having
reached that position without congressional
action through the retirement Sunday last
of Admiral Bunce, will continue to hold
that distinction until Dec. 26, 1892 Then
he will go upon the retired list unless Con-
gress excerpts him from the operation of
the law, and after making him admiral of
the navy provides that he may bold that
Office in active service without age limita-
tim
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
Veteran Charged w,,h Assault.

Michael O'Neil, a veteran Of the civil
war and resident Of Essex, was in city
court at Burlington Wednesday on com
plant OF his son, Thomas, charged with
an assault with intent TO kill. Another son,
Michael, was witness against his father
The evidence of the sons was that Thomas
O'Nell was taking some of his goods from
home. when his father struck him twice
with a loaded cane. The father claimed
that the act was done in self-defence.
O'Neil, ST., Washed in 5000 bail for the
county court
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
The American GIadstonr.
LFrom the Now YORK Herald I

Because Of the parallel which his life
suggested with that Of Gladstone the Sena-
tor was frequently called the "Grand Old
Man Of the Senate" Gladstone was born
five months before him, but Gladstone re-
tired from public life when he was 81 and
at that age Senator Morrill, was in the en-
joyment Of vigorous health. mental and
physical, and able to attend to all his legis-
lative duties.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
Grttnntld Man Comml,t.d suicide.

Herber, 5. Dickinson, %, of Greenfield,
Mass, committed suicide in the northern
union station in Boston yesterday after
noon by shooting himself through the
head. He had been searching for work.
and it is assumed that he did not find it
and became respondent. He acted like a
crazy man and fired two shots into the air
in the waiting room, terrifying large
crowd of passengers, before firing the fatal
shot
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
An Embarrassing situation In the Phil
Ippines.

a despatch from Gen. Otis at Manila
was received in Washington "Wednesday
stating that Gen. Rios, the Spanish com.
mander at Iloilo, had surrendered the place
to the insurgents. Col. Potter, in COM
mand OF the American expedition on the
way from Manila to llotlo, would not
reach that city until 80 hours after its sur
render, according TO Gen. Otis. 1t is
thought that Col. Potter will demand the
surrender OF lloilo from the insurgents. 1t
is believed that the Spaniards surrendered
to the insurgents in order to make the sit
uation embarrassing to the Americans.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
TRY GRAIN-O. TRY GRAIN-O.

Ask your grocer today to show you package of
GRAINO, the new food drink that takes the
place of coffee. The children may drink It with.
out injury as we'll as the adult. All who try 1t,
like it. GRAIN-O has that rich seal brown of
Mocha or Java, but It is made from pure grains,
and the most delicate stomach receives 1t without
distress. One fourth the price OF coffee; % and
20 cents per package. Sold by all grocers 2
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
Jndge Day. nresldent of the peace com.

Judge Day, president of the peace COM
mission, says the talk of 100000 each as
a compensation for the commissioners, is
absurd. There is no actual precedent on
paid the commissioners, but it is believed
that they will receive $4,000 to $4,000
each and reasonable allowance for ex-
penses incurred on the trip and in Paris.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30

Between 700 and 800 heroes of Santiago,
who are buried in Cuba, will be taken to
the national cemetery at Arlington for
their last resting place, unless their friends
and relatives wish otherwise, and a monu-
ment will be erected to their memory. The
bodies will not be moved until spring and
if the families or friends wish their dead
to be buried nearer home the department
will pay all expenses for transportion.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
Senator Morrill, had limited e,

Senator Morrill, had limited educational
advantages in his youth, but he came to
be regarded as one Of the scholars of the
Senate. His speeches were polished in
style and full of literary illusions. He was
a great reader and had decided preference
for the society of literary and scientific
men and possessed a valuable library.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
GREEN RIVER.

A few neighbors turned out last Satur-
day and cut and drew several loads OF
wood for VIM IIillman, and a larger num-
Der are 10 meet this week and finish the
good work. w. j. HillmAu is no better
at this time.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30

John Kelsey OF Clarement, n H., is Wis
iting relatives in this place.
The ladies' circle will meet with Mrs.
Chester Perry on Thursday of next week.
All invited.
Geo. Whitney has moved his goods from
Brookline into Mrs. J. NJ. Moore's house.
Christmas exercises held at the Baptist
church on Monday evening were very in
teresting. Much credit is due to the chill
dren who took part, as well as those who
had the training Of the same.
James Bruce OF South Charlestown, y.
H., is with friends for a few days during
his Christmas vacation.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
SOUTH NBwFANB.
Death OF Mrs. Mary IT. Morse.

In the death of Mrs. Mary II. Morse of
this place landmark, connecting the early
years of this century with the last, has
been removed Mrs. Morse was born
March %, 1907, in the Parish district on
land now owned by Chas. w. Morse. She
attended the district school on the site now
occupied by the district schoolhouse, at
tending church upon Newfane Hill, riding
on horseback sitting behind her mother
Many of the "reminiscences of her early
life were very interesting spent as IL was at
the time when the life of town centered
upon Newfane Hill
She was married to the late Holland
Morse April 30, 1928, by Rev. Chandler
Bates, at that time pastor of the Congrega-
tional church on the hill. The next day
they moved on to The farm on the hill now
owned by Chas. II. Kelsey, where they
lived % years. -Four children were born
to them there, of whom the oldest, Alvin
L., and the youngest, Emeline, now sur
vive. In 1858 they moved on TO the place
near this village, known as the Nathaniel
Hill place, which has been her home ever
since.
Mr.. Morse died in April 1873. Mrs.
Morse passed away Dec. %, closing a well
rounded life of 81 years, nine months, one
day. Mrs. Morse began to attend the dis
trict school when but three years of age
The teacher, Miss Hannah Cook, kept the
time with an hour glass which has since
come into possession Of the family and was
placed upon the casket reminding us that
the sands of life are flowing out every
hour.
Mrs. Morse has been tenderly cared for
by Mrs. J. II. Cheney nearly one year,
during which time she has been confined
to her bed. Her mental faculties were
clear up to the last. She patiently and
cheerfully waited the Masters call. The
family is grateful for the kindness Of the
neighborhood.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30

Full knee deep lies the winter snow,
And the winter winds are YEARLY signing:
Toll ye the church bells sad and slow,
And tread softly and speak low,
For the old year lies a-dying.
-fTanpvsar
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
Desperate Attsmp,at Suicide.

A desperate attempt at suicide occurred
Monday afternoon at the residence of W.
A. Ferguson on Atkinson street. 1t was
by servant girl who had been employed
some time in the family, and who was to
complete her work there this week. Her
name was Nellie Waite and her home is in
Weston. Her mother was summoned and
has been with her since. Various causes
have been ascribed for the attempt. Ger
tainly she had been very respondent for
some time, and one theory is that there is
lover in the case. Monday morning she
was not feeling as well as usual and only
partially did her work. Late in the after
noon Mrs Ferguson went to her room and
found her lying unconscious, and seeming
ly in a dying condition. A physician was
summoned and it was found she had soak
ed the PHOSPHORUS from large amount
of matches and drank the solution, as well
as other poisons. The unfortunate girl
soon yielded to treatment aud regained
consciousness. She is still i'll, but consider
ed out of danger, and will be taken to her
home within few days.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
Enlarged Twice in Three Months
The Vermont Messenger Again Has TO
Enlarge TO Accommodate Increasing
Business.

The Vermont Messenger, the state edition of
the St Adams Daily Messenger, has been a great
success from the start, so much so as to be com.
PEELED to enlarge first TO six pages and now to
eight large pages this week. II gives from eight
to ten columns Of the news OF Vermont, covering
every town and county, nearly an equal amount
OF space to the cream OF the news of Greater
America Congress and the world, nearly a page
OF able editorials on timely topics stories
sketches, reliable markets both state and Boston
etc. IL believes in an is working for the develop
ment OF the res lurces OF every town IN Vermont
The circulation is growing at the rate Of over zoo
per week because the p-ope recognize that il
contains just what they want In addition to their
local paper Fifty two cents for SO weeks. Sam.
pie sent free Try il the coming wear.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
For
PRESCRIPTION Work

We hare giren careful consideration in re-
gard TO phdrmdceuticdlS and hare stocked
largely from the ldbdtory Of Parke, Darts
d Co., Detroit, Mich, including Fluid
Extracts, Pills, Capsules, Hypo- dermatic
Tablets, Tablet Triturdtes, etc. also, The
phdrmdce,dicdlly elegant specidltieS for
tchich this house is famous. Biological
products such as Anti-diptheritic Serum
and glycerindted Vaccine Virus (physi-
otogicdlly tested.
We are prepared to put up prescriptions
accurately and promptly and hope to So
ticit your patronage.
BROOKS HOUSE
PHARMA CI
S. K. BRIGHAM, Manager.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-12-30
Brushes !
Brushes !
Brushes !

VI haze the finest line Of Tooth, Nail
and Hand brushes in to,rn and the prices
are al right.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
wheat Conditions.
The Portland Commercial Review

The Portland Commercial Review
says:
The situation apparently shows no
signs of improvement. The foreign
cargo demand is either entirely checked
or so small that the market has neg
lected appearance; as a result, the situ-
alton favors the buying class, who, hav-
ing the advantage. are inclined to make
the most of it; when sales are pressed,
sellers are compelled to make conces-
sions. In view of the depression abroad
it is natural the effects should be seri-
ously felt here, in almost stagnant trad
ing and abnormaily low prices. Large
holders are struggling bravely against
the downward movement, by withhold
ing supplies, but the absence of offers
here is not seriously felt. as the export
ing houses have plenty of grain on hand
to meet the call of chartered tonnage,
and will not make new freight engage
ments until they see the wheat in sight.
Some weak or discouraged holders are
met with from time to time. who are
sellers at the market price, but in gen.
eral way the market may be called life
less. For Walla Walla club wheat,
prices are down to 58@59, the latter
probably an extreme figure. So little is
doing in the Valley that it is difficult to
name quotation 81 cents is quoted as
nominal selling price; bluestem, &c
per bushel. Reports are very much re-
duced from east of the mountains, and
comparatively little coming from the
Valley. Exports during the week are
one steamer to st. Vincent, two cargoes
of choice wheat to Africa, and four
cargoes to the U. K, the whole amount
ing to 473, 1858 centals.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
A Cow For Sale.

The late Bill Nye once advertised a
COW for sale as follows: 'Owing to ILL
health, will sell at my residence in
township 10, range IS, according to gov
ernment survey, one plush raspberry
colored COW, aged years. She is good
mixer, and is not afraid of the cars or
anything else. She is of undaunted
courage and gives milk frequently. To
the man who does not fear death in any
form she would be great boon. She is
very much attached to her house at
present by means of stay chain, but
she will be sold to anyone who will agree
to treat her right. She is one-fourth
short horn and three.fourths hyena.
I will also throw in double-barreled
shotgun which goes with her. In May
she generally goes away for week or
two, and returns with red calf with
wabbly legs. Her name is Terror.
would rather cell her to nonresident.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
ANOTHER ACCIDENT.
william O'Neal Badly Hurt While
working on a Fish Wheel.

We are again compelled to chronicle a
bad accident which happened early this
morning about five miles up the river.
on the Washington side.
William O'Neal, who is employed by
The Dalles Packing Company, was en-
gagged in repairing the netting of a fish
wheel when he fell distance of about
twenty-five feet on to the rocks below.
HIS head was bruised badly and his
back seriously hurt, the latter causing
paralysis of the lower limbs.
DIR. Logan went Immediately to the
scene of the accident and gave all the as
sistance possible to the unfortunate
man, who was found to be in a very bad
condition. This afternoon a number of
his friends carried him to this city on a
stretcher, when he was taken to Mrs.
Bonzey's residence.
O'Neal is single man of about 26
years, and has worked about the city
for some time, being an industrious
fellow,
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
CANYON CITY STILL ALIVE.
Bert Phelps and Mr. Long Visit the Cisy
and Report Business Going Ahead.

Attorney Phelps and Mr.. VIM. Long
returned from Canyon City last Friday
evening where they went to arrange the
settlement of the estate of John Long as
mentioned in last issue. Mr.. Phelps
was appointed administrator for the es-
tate, considerable portion of which is
located in Grant county, while valuable
property is located in San Francisco and
other parts of California. Unfortunate
ly the papers of the deceased were con-
sumed IN the Canyon City fire necessitat-
ing considerable trouble on the part OF
Mr.. Phelps to locate. He will leave
about the first of the year for California
to locate and look of property there.
Both Mr.. Phelps and Mr.. Long
were quite enthusiastic in declaring
that Canyon City had the most hos
pitable and cheerful class of people it
has been their fortune to meet. Re-
building of the city is going steadily
ahead, and the people seem to be well
provided for and grateful for the con-
sideration of the outside world. The
frozen condition of the roads made their
ride a thrilling one, as the mountain
grades were covered with ice, and the
horses urged to the top of their speed to
keep clear of the coach at times. The
trip was made in twenty-seven hours,
and they spoke highly OIL Mr.. Miller's
efficient stage service. -HeppnerGazette
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23

= Mr.. and Mrs. W. S. Wilburn and
family left last night for Goldendale,
where they will make their home, he
having accepted a call to the Baptist
church there.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23

Judge I. N. Sanders died at his home
in Salem Wednesday. He was the first
mayor of East Portland, and was twice
elected judge of Union county, serving
from 1890 till July of this year.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
Santa Claus.

Santa Claus WILDE around
Through the streets and through the town.
On each housetop he will creep,
When little ones are fast asleep.
And each stocking he will fill
With candy, nuts, and little frills.
Then with happy sigh,
He will gently say, Goodbye.
Then all the children awake
Just at the break of day.
When Santa Claus is far away,
Then be thinks what he has done,
Through out the happy night.
God bless every child today.
[By ZIPPoRAH HARRIS, age II, j
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
WISE AND OTHERWISE.

Freas Saunders has purchased the
wood business of J.. T. Reynolds in this
city. Those desiring good wood will find
him by ringing up phone number II.
1t is wise woman who knows when
she is well off.
beach at the foot of Washington street,
on Saturday, Dec. oath, which will be-
gin about 9 o'clock and continue during
the day. 2I.3t
ring around the moon is a sign of
rain, and PLAIN ring around a woman's
finger indicates more reign.
At Keller's, gum drops, 5 cents per
pound Jumps and drops. cents; fancy
mixed candy, 121s cents; daisy mixed,
121s cents; Christmas mixed 10 cents.
Other candies and nuts in proportion.
| Critic = That performance of yours
last night was rare. Manager-I can't
agree with you. think 1t was well
DONE
Don't forget that Garretson, the re-
liable jeweler, has a desirable line of
fine jewelry suitable for Xmas presents,
at % per cent cut below regular prices.
Call and see them for yourself.
Reporter--Mr. and Mrs. Chatterton,
at the Park Slope Hotel, are parents of a
son. City Editor-Ttat can go in under
the heading of "Recent Hotel Arrivals. y
This week special doll sale. china dolls
3.4-7- GA cents kid body dolls, 10-14-
"a 80 cents; dressed dolls, 4-17-24-49
cents. Big reduction on our whole holi-
day line most complete in this city.
jacobsen Book & Music Co.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
THE MODERN MOTHER

Has found-that her little ones are inn
proved more by tue pleasant Syrup of
Figs, when in need of the laxative effect
of gentle remedy, than by any other.
Children enjoy it and it benefits them.
The true remedy, Syrup of Figs, is
manufactured by the California Fig
Syrup Co. only.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23

from his brother for some time, and
said when they last heard he had been
sick, but was improving. The last letter
they had was dated November 10th.
Young Fenton died either November 10
or 11.-Telegram.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
nuoklen.s ArnIcn salve.

The best salve in the word for cuts,
bruises, sores, ulcers. salt rheum, fever
sores, letter, chapped hands, chilblains,
corns, and all skin eruptioDs, and posi-
lively cul es piles, or no pay required
It is guaranteed to give perfect satisfac-
ton. or money refunded. Price % centa
per box. For sale by Blskeley and
Houghton. druggists.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
For Sale or Rent

One hundred and sixty acres of good
farming land, with good fences, and a
comfortable house. One mile west of
Arlington on the river. Grow anything
that can be grown. Irr;gating not neces-
sary. Apply to DAVID GARRISON or j. B.
CONDOR, The Dalles, Or. 23-d1w-w2
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-12-23
Mem Wnntad.

To cut cord wood. Inquire of The
Dallss LAUNDERING Co, Him.