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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
THE CHRISTMAS rREE FIENp.


I'M. j. Hapgood in the Londonderry
Sifterl
About this time Of the year there come
slyly into our back town communities.
agents from the cities inquiring where
young spruce trees can be found.
Thoughtless persons direct them to
farmers whose bach pastures are grow
ing up" to dame Natures most bountiful
crop. Oftentimes these farmers are short
of money, and ort-sighted and In all
probability unaware OF the present, as
well as the prospective, value of these
lands which are again taking on their
original coat, and so for the paltry sum
Of one cent apiece they permit these
vultures to go upon their premises,
select the best developed, as well as
the most beautiful specimens, cut them
of several feet above the ground, leaving
the stub below to take up space absorb
the nourishment of the soil and destroy
the looks of the whole field.
TO prevent this abominable waste our
legislature worked hard to frame a bill
last fall. led by our present attorney
general, but was unable to devise a plan
that would stand the test Of constitutional
law.
That we, who so dearly love the grand
old state of our birth and permanent
residence, should be compelled to see
this ruthless work OF destruction go on
MiAiibhN btlHB dDle u put u SlISle ODSldCle
In its path by way Of legislative enact
ment is indeed narrowing to the soul.
But there is one remedy left. Let us
brand these sneaklng thieves with the
mark OF Cain, so far as any social or
business intercourse is concerned. And
let us endeavor to enlighten our brethren
who fall into their tolls, as regards the
ort-sighted policy they are pursuing.
The revenue obtained Is so insignificant
that 1t can hardly enter as a factor in
case the owner can see that there is any
value whatever in the young standing
spruce. Now II is perfectly surprising
how rapid is its growth. Land which
our fathers moved is today producing
heavier crop Of mercantile timber than
the original old growth. Abandoned farms
covered with second growth timber
bull spruce II you please are getting to
| be the most valuable OF uncultivated
land. having a present market value
although not half advanced, as yet, for
cutting. Why then spoil and mutllate
such tracts for a pittance? II such trees
are to be sold let the buyers pay some
thing approaching their worth. Lumber
men are willing to pay to the timber
owners one-half the net proceeds. Let
the Christmas tree buyers do the same
and share with the land owner reason
able part of the dollars which they get
in place Of the cents which they give.
Yet. better far, let the mutllation Of
these promising trees alone. There is
no prettier sight on our hills than those
dense groves Of perennial green.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Figures That Surprise You.

The egg and poultry earnings Of the
United States for one recent year amount
ed to $3.50, 900 900. Such amount is sufi-
ciently amazing as ii stands, but you don't
get its full significance until you study
the relative financial values OF other lin
dustrials." We find for instance, that the
total value Of the gold, silver, wool and
sheep produced in America during the
year in question was $272, 434, 315. The
sugar production of the country the same
year was but $4,000. 1000. The part of
the wheat crop used at home, which many
agricultural products, was worth 1929, 0OO,-
900. The great American hog, as con-
sumed at home and abroad, brought $780,
529 OBS.
The value of the oat crop was SIS, 9s4,-
300 Potatoes grown in the United States
were valued at nearly as large a sum as
were the oats. The product OF tobacco
plantations was estimated to be worth
$35579,225. Cotton, the dethroned king
of staples, could show only 1853, 161 $40
as against the magnificent earnings of its
feathered rival. The crops of fax, timo-
thy, clover, millet, the cane seeds, broom
corn, castor beans, hay, straw and so
forth, couldn't, all told, come within a
measurable distance of many millions of
the poultry earnings. The hens eggs pro-
duced in this country annually would fill
43,127000 crates, each of the latter hold
ing $3.50 eggs also, train of refrigerator
cars to carry these eggs would be nearly
900 miles long. Furthermore, 1t would
take 07,S1S such cars to make up this
train.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Let the Deer Increase.
[st Adams Messenger.

Incomplete reports of the number Of
deer killed during the open season show
a marked falling OF from last years
slaughter. There is no evidence at hand
to show any material decrease in the
number Of hunters and 1t Is not unfair
conclusion to draw that there were fewer
deer to kill Vermonters are just be-
ginning to know what a deer looks like
For years hardly one in thousand OF our
population ever saw one OF these grace
full animals unless in some private park
Now that they have begun to be more
abundant in recent years II Is a pity
to eXterminate them again. II the open
season could be abolished altogether II
would give the deer a chance to increase
and would prevent the sacrifice of men
killing during every open season, to say
nothing OF the oxen and choice heifer
calves shot by over-enthusiastic hunters.
When the deer become so numerous that
they do any serious damage 1t viii be time
enough TO provide for an open season
again.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Several srattleboro Soldiers Are omeers.

The second annual encampment Of the
United Spanish War Veterans was held
in Rutland wednesday. State Comman-
der, Capt E. H. Prouty OF Burlington,
presided and b. S. Hyland acted as adju-
tant. L. H. Henkel and George Cain were
the delegates from Daniel F. Curtin
camp, No. 3, of Brattleboro and DR.. G. r.
Anderson was present
The following officers were elected:
Commander, Capt. II. E Dyer OF Rutland;
senior vice commander. Capt. F. L. Greene
of st. Adams: junior vice commander
Capt. II. w Ellis OF st. Johnsbury; in
spector, Capt. A. G. Eaton of Montpelier;
surgeon, Lieut.. G. r. Anderson of Brat
tleboro judge advocate, f. ]. Waterman
Of Brattleboro; chaplain, Lewis H. Henkel
of Brattleboro.
The following members were chosen for
the council of administration: c. NJ
Brownell of Burlington, c. F. Burnham
of Bennington. c. H. Harrison of Rutland
c. H. Celley of St. Johnsbury, w. A. Pat
tee of Montpelier, ]. Harry Estey of Brat
tleboro. Harry V. Hall of ST. Adams and
B. II. Stickney of Rutland.
Delegates chosen to the national en-
campment are Lieut.. C. II. Landon of
Rutland, Sergt. Maj. j. II. Norton OF ST.
Alhans Lieut.. F. b. Putnam of Brattle-
boro, Lieut.. f. N. Miller Of Brandon, Capt
c. F. Burnham of Bennington and Capt
II. E. Dyer OF Rutland.
II was decided to hold the encampment
next year at st. Johnsbury
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Vermont Red cross oruanIzed.

The Vermont branch of the American
National Red Cross was organized at the
Van Ness House Wednesday night, with
a membership of 80, Dr. Holton of Brat
tleboro called TO order and outlined the
objects of the branch, after which 1t was
voted to adopt the constitution and by
laws of the National Red Cross. On the
recommendation of a committee on NOM
nations DIR. Holton was chosen president
and ex-Gov. Woodbury. vice president,
with an executive committee of five mem
bers. President Holton appointed a
finance committee and later will appoint
a committee on membership.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
THE WATER SUPPLY QUESTION.
John calvin Thinks Action Of Reservoir
Company Was cheeky-Wants to Dis
cuss Matter In Detail.

cuss Matter In Detail
The announcement in last weeks PhR-
nix that the water question for Brattleboro
was practically settled and the elaborate
showing made of the scheme of the Chest
nut Hill Reservoir company came like
bolt of lightning out of a clear sky to the
people of this usually quiet village, in
view of the fact that the village is investi-
eating this important matter and is
patiently awaiting the committees report.
The action of the Chestnut Hill Reservoir
company in seemingly taking the village
by the throat and debating what shall
be done, to whom tribute shall be paid
and what the terms shall be land 1t
means all this) is a piece Of the purest
and most unauthorized cheek ever known
in the history of the village. Common
courtesy at least should have impelled
the water company to await the report
Of the village committee. When the West
Brattleboro supply froze up last winter
and the pump at the pumping station
gave out the village set one of its fire
engines at work pumping into the mains
and by liberal use OF the telephone and
express company installed a new pump
and prevented water famine that would
have been a serious menace to private
individuals as well as the village in the
protection of property against fire. In
view Of past favors and that the company
possesses a valuable franchise for which
it never paid a penny, this action on their
part is the more inexcusable. Now let
us have an engineers report in full with
the committees recommendations; then
we can see where the niger in the fence
is and discuss the matter in detail.
JOHN CALVIN.
Brattleboro. VT, Nov. g. 1905.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10

Six teams will enter the bowling Leaf que
which is being formed. Canes will begin
about Nov. 20.
The Y. NJ. c. a. will have a hare and
hound chase on Thanksgiving morning.
Entries are open to association members
and their friends.
The life problem club will meet at
o'clock Sunday. The topic will be
Work" There will be plano and cornet
music and a social hour, All men are in
Vited.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
WHEN BROOKS PULLED HIS wAp.
Covered an Offer for a Bet Of $500
Against $500, But the other Fellow
Backed Down.

Covered an Offer for a Bet Of $500
Against $500, But the other Fellow
Backed Down.
Especial despatch from Ware, Mass, Nov
e to the Worcester telegram
Thousands OF dollars were spoken OF
like pennies in Tom Fallons barber shop
this morning. Phe thought of so much
money nearly made Tom cut the chin Of
Herbert Brooks, the veteran grocery
drummer
Mr. Brooks and a few other travelling
statesmen left the Hampshire house this
morning. after breakfast and walked to
Toms shop. across the street. Mr.. Brooks
sat in Toms chair and Charlie Wrinkle,
the cracker man, had his face covered
with lather by Amedee Deslaurlers, Wares
French speaking barber.
Amedee talked with Mr.. Wrinkle about
gay Paree and what excellent wine the
French manufacture In France. Mr.
Wrinkle was very much interested in
Amedee's discourse on French customs,
when his line of mental thought was
suddenly bumped into by the words: I'm
go you s25OO against $500 that Mcclellan
gets in
Mr.. Brooks sat up in the chair, dug
down into his jeans and yanked out a
bunch of the filthy that caused Tom to
stagger against the window, so great was
the pain
Tom had been giving Mr.. Brooks a
lengthy talk on Hearst and what Hearst
was going to do Mr.. Brooks evidently
thought differently. Tom regained control
Of his faculties and walked to the money
draw. After counting up the cash he
found that he had $2763 to bank against
$4,000.
He looked mournfully at the bunch Of
PrpenbaCkS and then said, thinlr voutra
right" Mr.. Brooks stuffed the wad back
into the lower region and sat back in the
chair, while Tom finished the shave with
trembling hands. Mr. Wrinkle left the
shop in close pursuit of Mr.. Brooks. who
said: I'll see you in Worcester tonight"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
BRATTLEBOR0 LOCAL NEWS
SHOT TWO MEN WITHOUT WARNING.
Miss Christine 5au, at WoodsVllle, N. H.,
Said She Fired to "Have Some Fun
Now In Asylum.


Now In Asylum.
Christine Bau, 81, daughter of c. Bau,
a photographer in Barre, shot two young
men and attempted to shoot several others
on the streets OF Woodsville, N H., Tues
day evening Clarence Gomyer q high
school student was walking down School
street when the young woman suddenly
drew a revolver and fired at him, the
bullet passing through the feshy part of
his leg above the knee She then walked
to Court street. where she met j. =. Burt,
a locomotive fireman, near the Y. NJ. c.
A. building. She fired at him twice, one
shot lodging in his hand and the other in
his wrist officer Scallon started to arrest
her and she snapped the revolver at him,
but the cartridges had been exploded
Miss Bau arrived I'm Woodsville in the
afternoon and took supper at the Putnam
house. She went out on the street about
Z o'clock. There was nothing particular
In her appearance or action to attract at
tention until she began to fire. The young
men who were wounded are not in a
serious condition. After being taken into
custody at first she refused to give her
name and residence. She said she had
never seen the people whom she shot and
she was Just having some fun" She
is probably insane. Miss Bau formerly
lived in Brattleboro. her father having a
Photographic studio here and in Green
field The girl created sensation in the
latter town by attempting to commit
suicide three or four years ago
Miss Bau was arraigned in the munic-
ipal court at Woodsville Wednesday and
held without bail for appearance before
the grand jury. II developed at the hear
ing that she is subject to attacks OF
homlcidal mania but had never caused
serious trouble before. Accompanied by
her father and Sherirf Davis she was
taken to the insane asylum at Concord,
to be under the observation OF the ply
sicians there.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Some Time.

Last night, my darling, as you slept
thought heard you sigh,
And to your little crib l crept,
And watched a space thereby;
And then stopped and kissed your
brow
For oh! love you So
You are too young to know II now
But some time you shall know
Some time, when, in a darkened place
Where others came to weep.
Your eyes shall look upon a face
Calm in eternal sleep;
The speechless lips, the wrinkled DfV"'
The patient smile shall show
You are too young to know It no"
But some time you shall know
Look backward then, into the years
And see me here tonight
See, o darling! how my tears
Are falling as 1 write;
And feel once more upon your pro"
The kiss OF long ago
You are too young to know i now
But some time you shall know --,.,s
-[Eugene Field
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Poultry Food Agents Wanted.

Agents wanted everywhere to sell
Pages Perfected Poultry Food. II 1t
is not for sale in your village, write the
manufacturer, C. S. PAGE, Hyde Park,
VT, for terms to agents. Agents take no
risk, as the food is guaranteed to give
entire satisfaction in every case, and any
not sold may be returned. 1t is an article
of genuine merit, and can be conscien-
tiously commended to poultrymen.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
One fought through error to the truth
there chung

One fought through error to the truth
there chung
The stain Of mire to his robe,
And so. when won the light at last, he
sung
The chastened song OF Job.
Another to the voice was ne'er untrue
He'd heard his childish heart within
And. lol he sang Of Joy unmixed with rue,
To hearts to his akin.
Which sings OF truth the clearer OF the
twain2
Whose song will echo from the past
To gladden. hearts unborn, as gladdens
rain
The parching earth at last?
-[William Wallace Whitelock in The
outlook.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
For Over Sixty Years.

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup has been
used for over 90 years by millions Of mothers
II their children while teething, with perfect
success. 1t soothes the child, softens the
gums, allays all pain, cures wind collie and Is
;he best remedy for diarrhoea. 1t will relieve
The poor little sufferer Immediately. Sold by
druggists in every part Of the world. TWEEN
y hve cents a bottle. Be sure and ask for
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup" and take
20 other kind.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Former Vermonter Connected with Dress
Suit Case Mystery.

The woman known as Bishop In the
suit case AFFAIR, at Boston, is a native OF
B andon, Her name befole her first mar
riage was Jennie Tennleh Her first hus-
band was Pittsford man by the name
of Rand, but she separated from him a
short time after their marriage, and was
later married again. Bishop, however, is
an assumed name, which she adopted
after the death OF DR.. Bishop, in whose
sanitarium in Boston she was employed
as nurse. Her present husband has just
been released from prison, where he has
been serving a nine years sentence for
malpractice.
Mrs. Louis Crawford, daughter Of Mrs.
Bishop, and wife of Louis Crawford, whose
confession has thrown so much light on
the disappearance of Susan Geary, was
formerly Mamie Rand. She is we'll known
at Brandon, where she has spent several
summers. Louis Crawford formerly lived
in Bennington.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
A Great Mistake.

The general expression from those
competent TO Judge is that land owners
make n great mistake from a financial
point in allowing the indiscriminate
slaughter of young spruce trees for city
markets for Christmas. In 10 years these
small spruces will be worth a good many
times over what they will bring now.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Advertised Letters.

Men-Mr. and Mrs. John Beecham.
Albert L. Downer. Nelson Hager, Otto
Koerneo, L. e. Peabody, Cyrus 8.
Scarborough, w. e. Sawtelle.
Women-Mrs. Mervin Butler, Mrs
George B. Crosby, Miss Nettie Stark.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10

s. L. Smith & Sons store in North
Pownal which contains the post office,
was robbed Monday night, the thieves
taking $3.50 in stamps and goods.
The supreme court, in session at Mont
pelier, adjourned Wednesday morning out
OF respect to the memory OF Judge Start.
The flag was at half mast and Judge
Starts chair was draped In black. His
death was announced by Chief Judge
Rowell, who delivered q brief eulogy.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10

We can think we can cure a bad case of
backache quicker with one Of Carter's smart
weed and belladonna backache plastsrs, than
ache Is cured, you can still wear the plaster
without discomfort for two OF three weeks. or
beltadonna Is a great hit, and Il l. hard to
find any pain or ache that will not yield to Il.
Price rs cents. Sold by druggists everywhere.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10

A young peoples social will be held in
the Baptist chapel next Tuesday evening
All young people are invited to be pres
ent.
Centre Congregational church. Rev II.
r. Miles, pastor. Morning service, 1896,
preaching by the pastor. Sunday school,
l1.i5; Christian Endeavor meeting. p.
m.
Unitarian church. Rev f. Q. s. Osgood
pastor. Services every Sunday at 1890;
Sunday school at ll.45. Rev. +. l.. Mas
seek will preach next Sunday in exchange
with the pastor. All are welcome.
First Baptist church. George b. Lawson.
minister. Morning worship 1890. sermon
by Rev. c. II. Spaulding, d. D.. OF Boston
Bible school at II m. evening at rally
of young people with address by Dr.
Spaulding. Services in the chapel.
Methodist church. Rev. A. II. Webb.
pastor, 20 High street. Sermon Sunday at
1870. preceded by a short talk to the chill
dren; 1l.45 a. m. Sunday school, p. m,
Junior League; 6 p. m. Epworth League
p. m, social meeting preceded by IA SER
vice of song. Tuesday evening class
meeting at 73O. Friday evening prayer
meeting at 7.30. Everybody will be wei
coined to these services.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10

1t is reported from Iowa that a Judge
there has granted a woman a divorce be-
cause her husband refused to laugh at her
jokes. This is a very dangerous decision.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
CHURCH AND FRATERNITY.
The UnlVersallst Church.

The Bible study class meets at 73O this
evening at the church. The lesson to be
studied will be the book of Ezra. chap
tiers I, 10. Everybody invited to attend.
The Rev. e. O. S. Osgood will occupy
the pulpit Of this church next Sunday, In
exchange with the pastor.
A mems class for the study OF religious
ethical and social questions has been
started at this church. II will meet next
Sunday at u o'clock in the auditorium
The subject on Sunday will he THE Gold
en- Rule in Business. Is II Practical" The
opening essay will be by a gentleman of
Richmond, Va. All men invited to at
tend and to participate in the discussion.
The devotional meeting at o'clock as
usual. Young people particularly invited
TO be present.
The members OF the misslen circle will
enjoy a box tea with Mrs. Fred Harris,
Thursday next meeting early for work.
business at and picnic surPer later
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10

OF course, it's the proper thing ior ,d
man to have a backbone, but ne s'OD'N
remember that it is jointed.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Two Special Sales
For the Week Beginning
Saturday, November II.
Special Sale of
Coats.

200 Coats to choose from. Come and
get first choice.
Saturday we open an entirely new assortment Of
Ladies and Misses Coats the variety excels
all previous exhibits both in magnitude and in
the splendid values offered
Mixtures and plain blacks in tourist and fitted STYLES
neat up-to-date coats,
Special $3.ee and $4.ea
Black, brown and grey Coats in loose and semi.
fitted styles. worth SO but offered special
$3.50
Covert Cloth Coats in loose and semi fitted. neat
stylish garments, Special $500 to Sc. 90
Kersey Goats in black and CASTOR in loose and fitted
styles, coat worth $3.50, Special $e.ee
Kersey and Covert Cloth Coats in loose fitted and
semifitted styles, all colors brown green, castor
and black, S12.5o to sic
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
sRATTLE7oRo MARKET REPORT.

Scarcity Of Apples Shown In High Price
Enough for Local Demand, but Few
for Export Trade-Eess IS Cents.
The scarcity of apples is reflected in the
high price of that fruit. No. l apples
bring from $225 to $2.7 a barrel and
many OF the apples included in the No.
grade this year ordinarily would be sold
as second quality. There will be enough
to supply the local trade. but scarcely any
TO export. Eggs are IS cents a dozen,
year ago.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Linens for Thanks
giving.

make them up.
72-inch Cream Damask in five patterns, heavy and
very satisfactory both in finish and weight,
Special 49c
72-inch Cream German Linen, fine heavy cloth
equal in wearing quality to any one dollar linen,
Special 75e
oS-inch and 72-inch Bleached Damask in eight pat
terms the 72-inch cloths slightly lighter in
weight than the 68-inch every one worth at
least soc, Special Aee
72-inch Linen Damask in three patterns, worth 75c
but offered as special, sec
o8-inch Mercerized Damask; this special damask
in only one quality but worth 75c, Special sec
72-nch Heavy Linen Damask in five patterns. worth
81 but bought at bargain, Special 75e
72-inch Bleached Damask in five patterns, heavy
weight. also fine medium weight; one of the best
wearing damasks made, Special CSC
Pinch Extra Heavy Damask in four patterns.
worth ST. .48 but offered in this sale,
Special SIPS
Napkins 90 match above linens in all sizes and
qualities. prices from 7se to $3.ee
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-11-10
Bearskin Coats.

The Coat of the season for children's
wear.
White grey, castor, blue and red in sizes year to
5 years. well lined, serviceable coats,
Special sass
Bearskn Coats in fancy trimmed for boys or girls,
all colors and sizes, $3.99 and $4.ee
Caps and Bonnets to match above coats in every
size and color, acc to $1.4e
Misses and Chidren's Cloth Goats in a great
variety; neat. warm coats to meet the demand at
all prices, $1.ee to $3.50