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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
WARDSBORO.
c. D. White is seriously i'll.

Mr. Moran is i'll with pneumonia.
Mrs. Charles Briggs, who has been i'll, is
improving
Mrs. C. A. Briggs is slowly recovering
from her recsnt illness.
George Morse is working at the hotel
during Mr. Underwood's illness
Agnes Wheeler, who has been Ill for a
long time, has gone to Boston for treat
ment.
Mrs. Clara Hamilton, who has been Wis.
iting in Gardner, Mass. has returned
home.
The auction of Henry NJ. Kidder was
postponed week, on account of the severe
storm.
Fred Underwood, our landlord, who has
been very i'll for the past week, remains
in critical condition.
Mrs. A. L. Howard, who has been in
Springfield caring for her daughter Jessie,
who was i'll, has returned to her home.
Wardsboro's cornet band will present the
play, "Once on a Time" at Grange hall
next Tuesday evening, March 20, after
which will be furnished a supper for all
who wish, also chance to trip the light
fantastic. cordial invitation is extend.
ed to all.
Wright Plimpton, who has been station
agent at East Jamaica for the past few
years, has moved from there into the house
of his father, S. D. Pllmpton He is about
to erect steam mill on the Frances White
farm, which has lately been bought by DR..
j.. ii. Cole, there being a large quantity OF
timber on the farm which is to be cut off
at once.
The community was saddened to learn
of the death of Joseph Moran, who died
OF pneumonia Saturday evening, March
10. Mr.. Moran was born in St. Clair.
Canada A brother and brother in. law of
Mrs. Moran were present at the services
which were held at the house Tuesday.
Rev. K. II. Bartlett officiating. The body
was taken to West Acton, Mass, for bur
ial.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
DUMMBRSTON.
Two Veteran Town Clerks, Joseph Mill
Ter and william s. Newton.

Two Veteran Town Clerks. Joseph mil.
Ter and william S. Newton.
Mr.. Miller of Dummerston and Mr..
Newton of Brattleboro have been very in.
mate friends for many years. The former
has completed 81 full years of service as
town clerk and has entered upon his sgd
year The latter has completed 81 full
years OF service as town clerk of Brattle-
boro and has entered upon his 38th year,
and was first elected to that office March
3, 1858. Mr.. Miller was born in Dunn
merston, March 3, 1917, and is SO years of
age. Mr.. Newton was born in Marlboro.
Jnne 26, 1922, and is n years of age.
The population of Dummerston is less
than 1000 The population of Brattleboro
Is more than 5000. Therefore the labors
required of town clerk in Brattleboro
exceed greatly those of a town clerk in
Dummerston, On account of Mr., New
toms larger experience in the performance
Of his duties, Mr.. Miller has sometimes
counseled with him in regard to difficult
problems pertaining to the town clerk
ship and always found him a safe counsel
or. Both men have been faithful and eff
Gent servants of the public trust confided
TO them by their respective towns. We
associate their names together on account
of the strong friendship that exists be-
tween them. Only few days ago we saw
Mr.. Newton on the street in Brattleboro,
and his first inquiry was, "How is Joseph
Miller" On being informed of Mr.. Mil
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
WEST DUMMERsTON.

Mr.. Rogers goes to New York city this
week.
Mr.. O'Brien has moved to his house in
this village.
James Wilson and son are at home after
a canvassing trip in New Hampshire.
The new station agent, F. W. Chase,
took possession of the depot last Monday.
Alice Mckenzie of Concord, N. H., is
visiting her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Albert
Fits.
Mrs. Russell is in Amherst, Mass, WIS.,
iting her sister who is employed at the
college.
Mr.. Munser of st. Adams was here last
Friday auditing the accounts at this
station.
Mr.. Bixby and his granddaughter, Miss
Grace Burnham, are visiting in Baldwin
vile, Mass.
Work on the quarry has been suspended
for few weeks. 1t is hoped that it will
start again in April.
Mrs. DeLouise has gone to a hospital in
New York city, her condition requiring
surgical operation.
Thomas Rolet has found work in New
York. He is good blacksmith and has a
position in that capacity.
Susie Simonds, daughter of Walter
Simonds, who has been very i'll with the
grip, is now in critical condition.
Mr.. Dyer, station agent, has been ad-
yanced to the position of day operator at
Willimantic, Conn. While awaiting orders
he is employed in the freight Office at Brat
tleboro.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
IN THE LOCAL FIELD.
ATHENS 8.

There will be an entertainment ard sug-
ar supper at the church next Thursday
evening.
Mary Holland has finished work at P.
r. Clark's and returned to her home in
Grafton.
Rev. W. E. Lang's friends at the mill in
Brookline, presented him with purse of
money last week.
Horace Greedy said "Go West young
man, go West" but our pastor seems to
find greater attractions north.
Rev. F. W. Lewis, who was expected to
preach here last Sunday did not come, but
will be here next Sunday and administer
the sacrament.
The lecture and supper given by the
men Wednesday, was decided success
socially and financially. A delegation
came from Brooklne, Westminster and
Saxtons River.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
HALE.

The chicken-pie supper and entertain
ment given by the Baptist society. Wednes-
day evening, March :, was decided sue
cess socially and financially. Large dele
cations from Brattleboro and Halifax were
present. 50 coming from the former place,
among whom was the church choir which
rendered some familiar selections which
were much enjoyed. Over $50 partook of
supper after which an amateur entertain
ment was given, entitled "Parson Poor
Donation party" The good will shown
the society by all present is a source of in
spration and will ever be held in grateful
remembrance. The net proceeds of the
evening amounted to about $50.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
EAST JAMAICA.
Mrs. Mary A. Howard.

Mrs Mary A. Howard, widow of Sala N.
Thayer, died March 3, having been con-
fined to her bed several months. She had
been an invalid for many years. She was
member of the Baptist church at ia
maica for many years. She was born Dec
., 1885. She leaves two daughters, Miss
Dora Thayer of Brattleboro and Mrs. Eta
Underwood of this place, and one son, E.
l.. Thayer, also of this place, and one
grandchild, Nellie Underwood. Three
brothers survive, Duane Howard of May
field, N. Y, Ethelbert Howard of Chester,
and John Howard of BrattleboIo. Mrs.
Howard will be greatly missed in her home,
also in the community where she has lived
so many years, as she was social and ge.
NAL companion, a loving mother and a
kind friend to all. The bereaved family
have the sympathy of the whole commu-
nifty as well as the church, in their ailllc-
ton.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
NEW HAMPSHIRE NOTES.
Department Encampment. g. An

The date of the encampment of the New
Hampshire department, G. A. R., has been
changed to April Is and 10 at Concord
IN order to enable the commander
Albert d. Shaw, to be present. A public
reception will be rendered Mr.. Shaw and
at Whites opera house, Wednesday eve
ming, April Is. The address of welcome in
behalf OF the state will be delivered nv
Gov. Frank w. Rollins, and in behalf Of
the city by Mayor Nathaniel E. Martin
and in behalf of the department of New
Hampshire, Grand Army of the Republic
by Col. Henry o. Kent. -'''''
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
EAST DOVER.

Mrs. Aurilla Lazelle is very i'll. DR..
White was called to see her on Tuesday
night.
Mr.. and Mrs. D. W. Yeaw have both
been ill with influenza, but are now on the
gain. DR.. Hunter of West Dover was
called to see them.
The entertainment at the Baptist YES
try last Friday evening by the East Dover
cornet band gave to those who attended
an enjoyable time. The music was well
rendered. This band has been organized
but short time, and it is an honor to
themselves and to the town.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
TUB TRUTHS.

ler's age and condition, he said it was re-
markable that Mr.. Miller could perform
his duties so well for man of his years.
Mr.. Miller was happily surprised that he
should be reelected to the office of town
clerk this spring; also town treasurer and
trustee of public money. We saw him
one day last week and he expressed much
joy and gratitude for the favors shown him
and confidence reposed in him by the peo-
pie of Dummerston.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
WEST DOVER.

Harlow Bliss of Florida, Mass, made a
short visit in town recently.
Charlie Boyle and friend made a flying
trip among friends last Saturday.
W. H. Churchill will again take up his
abode in town. He will occupy the home
Mr.. Upton recently bought of Mrs. Ellen
Russell. 1t is expected he will be here
about May l.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
THERE lSA CLASS OF PEOPLE

Who are injured by the use of coffee Recently
there has been placed in all the grocery stores a
new preparation called Grain o, made of pure
grains that take the place Of coffee The most
delicate stomach receives it without distress, and
but Few can tell itfrom coffee. It does not cost
over one-fourth as much Children may drink it
with great benefit; IS cents and 95 cents Der
package. Try it. Ask for Grain-o.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
SOUTH LONDONDERRY.

Landlord Strong has new piano for his
hotel
Moses Brown and family have moved to
Springfield, Mass.
There was a temperance lecture at the
Baptist church last Friday evening by Rev.
G. w. Morrow, superintendent of the An
ti-Saloon league. He made no display of
oratory, but spoke feelngly and earnestly
to the people. Those present were well
pleased with the lecture.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
REWARD

we the undersigned druggists. offer a reward
Oh Oh cents to any person who purchases of us,
two s5-cent boxes of Bakers Mandrake Bitters
'aoe's' II rails TO cure constipation, biliousness
SICK headache jaundice, less of appe tite, sour
stomach dyspepsia, liver complaint, or any of
tue diseases for which it is recommended Price
% cents for either tablets or liquid. We will also
relund the money on one package of either if it
fails to give satisfaction.
GEO. E. GREENE, Bra tleboro, vt.
o"ooAs HOUSE PHARMACY, Brattleboro, Vt
E. H. DAVENPORT, West Brattleboro, Vt.
NJ G WILLIAMS, Putney, Vt.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
WEST ToWNsHEND.
AcOnite Caused Death OF Mrs. Harrison
Howard

A gloom was thrown over the communi-
ty Wednesday by the shocking news of the
death of Mrs. Howard, widow of Harrison
Howard, which was caused by taking A
dose of aconite. Her husband, who had
been an invalid for many years, and for
whom she had cared with ceaseless devo-
ton, died last December. Mrs. Howard's
maiden name was Hazeltine and her age
was SO years. She leaves two daughters
aud son to mourn her loss, Mrs. Frank
Blood of Springfield and Mrs. Olin Howe
and Harry Howard of this place. Mrs.
Howard was a member of the Baptist
church and was highly esteemed by all
who knew her.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16

Mrs. Warren has recovered her trunks
that she lost on her return from the South.
Duane Howard, who was called to this
place on account of the death of his sister,
Mrs. Mary A. Thayer, returned to May
field, N. Y, last Saturday.
Miss Dora Thayer, who has been at
home for few days on account of the i'll
ness and death of her mother, Mrs. Mary
a. Thayer, has returned to her work at
Brattleboro.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
GUILFohD CENTRE.

Clarence Clark, hve-year-old son of j. A.
Clark, was seriously injured last night in
the barnyard of his father, by running
against the tines of pitchfork in the
hands of a workman.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
DOVER.

There will be an auction sale of the farm,
farming tools, stock and household furni-
ture at the residence of the late Elliot
Harris next Tuesday, as announced by an
advertisement elsewhere in this paper.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16

Dr. Bulbs Cough Syrup will cure eroun
and whooping cough. No danger TO the child
when this wonderful medicine is used in time
Mothers, always keep a bottle on hand
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16

Mrs. George w. Farnsworth is on the
sick list.
Sarah Holbrook is visiting in North
Adams.
Alfred Sprague's little son, about year
old, fell against hot stove recently and
was badly burned.
The Allen family, E. l.. Fuller and Her
bert Millington and family attended the fu-
neral in Guilford of Mrs. Hannah Allen,
wife of Orson Thayer.
Little Minerva Louise Allen, daughter
of W. S. Allen, pieced up bedquilt of 81
blocks and finished it before her NTH birth
day anniversary, which occurred recently.
We have seen sample of the blocks and
commend the work
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16

The Woman's Christian Temperance
union will meet with Mrs. II. j. Batchel-
der Wednesday at 2:30 =. NJ
Landlords Davis of the County Hotel
and Burke Of the Newfane House must
have thought that the grip was no respect
er of times and seasons in taking posses
sion of them during court.
When Mr.. and Mrs. LAWN gave their
concert in Fitchburg, Mass, last month
they were entertained by Mr.. and Mrs. y.
NJ. Batchelder, who removed TO that city
from this place in the fall Of '9S Mrs.
Mary Howe LAWN is a cousin of Mr..
BatChelder
In view of the below zero weather of
this week one may sympathize with rail-
ing poem on "SpIing'' in the Nebraska
State journal:
And this is spring-the fact We know We know
Because the almanac informs Us So
And after recountng how Chicago men
are shoveling in shifts, and St. Louis cannot
see above the drifts, facilitating ourselves
that we have right to feel well pleased
at least
In knowing that, to make the statement terse,
Though rather Tad It might be- so much worse
Among officers of the Home for friend
less women located at Burlington is noted
the name of Mrs. G. +. Davidson of this
place as president Of the board of directors
and management. 4 statement in March
Vermont Home Guards concerning the
Home says that many Of its girls have
shown ability for different kinds of work
and been helped by the superintendent to
develop these tastes into means of sup
porting themselves. An increased inter
est throughoutV ermont in the Home is re-
ported and well filled boxes and bar
rels and other contributions received
have proved extremely useful and timely.
Cash receipts (presdmably for the past
year, were, in round figures, $1,000 eX-
penditures, Sl46S. Arrangements have
been made to reduce the debt of $4,000 to a
lower figure by selling piece of wood and
pasture land and committee chosen TO
raise funds to pay off the remainder.
Among the maine of eight physicians who
have given services to the Home is recog-
nized that of Dr. Lyman, Newfane boy.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
Fire Loss Of s2n.Onn-

The factory occupied by the New Eng
land Box company in Winchester was seTi.
ously damaged by fire Tuesday. The box
shop and portion of the works which was
9evoted TO the manufacture of pals was
destroyed, and the machinery was ruined
a ~ Is o estlmated that the total loss will reach
STo,UOV, OF which 500, 600 falls on the An
SCI DlcKins sol estate, which owns the prop
erIy, ana SoOOO on the New England Boy
company The latter's loss is covered bv
partly covered. was o"iy
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
@.~a1 Notice.

NY HEREAS my wife, Emma F. Niles. left NV
w bed and board October g. 1899, / hereby
forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on
my account. va
BrattlebOro, March 9, 1900
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16

=, Or. Oscar @. Young of Charlestown and
MISS Ferham, a professional nurse. are a.
the Ciaremont Cottage hospital, SUFFERING
from injuries received by being struck bS
DR.. Young received a serious fractnro -
the skull, and the attending physiciaUs
hold out but little encouragement for b;s
injured seriously
Diver Payson Hubbard, LII. D.. late
professor of chemistry and geology '" oe
0 college, died at his home in
New York Friday. Prof. Hubbard M
famous as a chemist and geoIoSist | I
held the chair in. chemistry and pbsTman1
and geology at Dartmouth for 8O ,,aas Icy
he was associated with Prof. SiIi9s vai o.
the examination of the United States " f r%
s s raiS' W OF sugar being expressly
legislature. hampshire
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16

j. o. Knight died Monday morning at 6
O'Clock with heart disease.
Mrs. G. c. Washer was taken very i'll
Tuesday and is confined to her bed.
Sidney Hescock and his two sisters of
Williamsville are very i'll at G. c. Wash
ers.
Mrs. L, P. Miles of Chicopee, Mass,
made flying visit at J. n. Betterleys
this week.
Miss Charlotte A. Wheeler is home from
Boston where she has been visiting her
sister, Mrs. Frank White.
Mrs. j. W. Betterley is improving very
slowly. She is visiting Mrs. Edward
Dougl las in Brattleboro for a few DAYS.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
Special Notices.

GooD TABLE BOARD ar a. -
VI Brattleboro. sis main street,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
JACKSONVILLE.
silver wedding Anniversary.

Last Friday was the 25th anniversary of
the marriage of Mr.. and Mrs. Schuyler
Murdoch, and the occasion was properly
celebrated. Neighbors and friends from
this town, Readsboro and Heath attended
to the number of more than 100 Supper
was served to all. Many dollars worth of
silver and other presents were left as souve-
Mrs. Lawyer Butterfeld acted as toast
master, and as it was so soon after town
meeting called on many of the town Off
GERS who were present, o. +. Chase of the
school board. George Z. Plumb and
Charles S. Goodnow of the selectmen,
Charles A. Barker, road commissioner, A.
w. Wiley, lister. Byron Sprague, who was
raised on the adjoining farm, Tyler d.
Goodell Of Readsboro, several times repre-
sentative, and r. w. Gillette, a former
schoolmate, who has represented his dis
trict in the Massachusetts, legislature, all of
whom pleasantly and appropriately re-
sponded. Miss Martha French read an
original poem, which was listened to with
attention and well applauded, after which
Mr.. Murdoch responded, extending thanks
to all who came to make the day pleasant
one long to be remembered.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
DUMMBRsTON HILL.
Death ofIames o. Knight.

In the death of James Oscar Knight,
which occurred Monday, the Dummerston
Hill community has lost one of its most
valued citizens. His entire life had been
spent in this community, and for more
than the allotted span of life-three score
years and ten-had he passed in and out
among these people living specimen of
Gods greatest work, an honest man. Mr..
Knight was born on the old homestead in
Marlboro, Sept. s, 1928, and lived there
until the spring of 1898, when he removed
to the Horton place" in the edge of
Brattleboro, where he spent the remainder
of his life.
He was not widely known beyond his
own circle of life as he was distinctively a
home man and never sought public office
or the plaudits of his fellowmen. In the
town of Marlboro he held minor offices,
and also did his duty as a citizen in the
Jury service at Newfane. His ambition in
life was to be just with his God and with
his fellowmen, hence his lifelong active
connection with the Methodist church.
Mr.. Knight first established home in the
marriage of Seraph c.. Snow of Dover,
May 10, 1858. Two children were born to
them, both of whom are now living, Leslie
j. of Bratteboro and Julia K, who mar
ried John F. White and now lives in Som
erville, Mass. Mrs. Knight died Oct 30,
1877.
His second wife was Rosells Stoddard of
DummerstOn, who was married Aug %,
1881, and who survives him. Mr.. Knights
health was good until year ago, but dur
ing the past year his constitution was IN
dermined by heart disease. A large num-
Der of relatives and friends attended the
funeral services at his late home Wednes-
day, Rev. w. A. Estabrook of Williams
vile officiating. The burial was at Meet.
ing House Hill cemetery. The daughter,
Mrs. White, and the grandchildren were
unable to attend the funeral on account of
illness.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-03-16
NEWFANE,
News from the KlOndike.

William BaIIou, Son Of Mrs. David
BslIou, Employs - Wen ana Two
womtn---WnI soon Join the Rush 60
Cape Nome.
Mrs David Ballou received a letter on
March l, from her son, William Ballou,
mailed Dec. IS, at Rampant City, Alaska,
and post-marked at Skageuay, Feb. IT,
Even i'm summer Mr.. Ballou's letters re
quire three weeks for their through tran
sit. The writer was a Wilmington boy
who learned telegraphy and assisted the
late Mrs Green for some years at the rail-
road station. Doubtless many acquain-
tauces will be interested TO know how life
fares with the young man. He took up
section in the great mining region about
two years ago and has built nine cabins
He employs "a men and two women.
Mems wages are s. per day and board, and
the women cooks get $50 per month.
Mr.. Ballou spoke of their Christmas din
ner as being bountiful in its menu Of
moose steak, fresh potatoes, pumpkin and
mince pies, cake, etc. The following even
ing they all attended concert given by the
Masons for the benefit Of needy members.
Tickets were only 81, and $165 in fund re-
suited. On Thanksgiving day a concert
IOI lut uOsplldl tltdItu FDbOs II was a.
this event that the white women and
squaws first intermingled and danced to.
gether. The former did not like it very
well, but on the following occasion there
was no friction, each class keeping on its
side of the hall.
Weather was 6j degrees below zero and
had been below 80 degrees for 10 days. Mr..
Ballou had put in two new steam thawers,
making three in all, which were kept run
ming night and day, this way of thawing
out the ground being much more satisfac-
tory than the old way of burning. In sum-
mer the mining is prevented by the filling
in of water, hence they make the most of
winters opportunity and throw out the
earth, with aid of steam, to be washed
next summer. Mr.. Ballou hopes to finish
working his mine soon and move to Cape
Nome where coast facilities will give more
freedom in transportation.
Hutchinson gazette., 1900-06-14

NEW York democrats are not by any
means class TO bs used aS model for
good cItIzen-ship-not more than
New York republicans, but their State
convention made ane htthe other day
when It adopted as one section OF their
platform the lines; "0ur plain duty Ia
to abolish all customs duties between
the United States and Porto Rico,
and give her products free access TO
our markets, The words are quoted
from President McKinley's annual
message to Congress. Now will the
Hannaites denounce tbat w treason,
GOPPerbeadIDim, Or just larcehyi