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Western courier. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1837-07-27

The Ruling Passion is related
that Taylor, stockjobber, who died
number of yesrs ago in London worth
one hundred thousand pounds sterling in
vested in government stocks, was SO Pc
aurious that he hardly allowed himself
the common necessaries of life. A few
days before his decease, when it became
evident hat he could live but few days
longer, he sent for the officers Of the par"
ish in which he lived, who found the old
man in preched bed III the garrett, with
nought 10 eat but a rasher of bacon and
potatoe, of which lie asked them to par
take. One of then accepted the eifer,
upon which he desired an old crone, who
served him in several capacities, 70 broil
another = but OH finding that there was
nothing more in tie house, he severely
reprmanded her for not having his arder
supplied with at least, a quarter Of
hound efbacon, to cut into rashers when
ever it was wanted for company. He
then Informal the parish officers that he
had bequeathed in his will one thousand
pounds for the rei.f of the poor and
eagerly inquired if they would not allow
him discount for tromht Payment
This being agreed to, he, with apparent
satisfaction, Immediately gave them
check on his banker for nine hundred and
fifty pounds. And after declaring that
he had made an excellent bargain, brea,l.-
ed his last.
Western courier. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1837-07-27
From the Western Reserve Chronicle.

'This will appear in Pamphlet Form.
Western courier. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1837-07-27

Der of skins were yet wanting. On be-
ing told, he whispered to some Of his peo,
pie, who disappeared. At.er time the
number were brought 10, though it was
evident they were not any of the skins
that had been stolen, but others CLEANED
in the vilhge.
Its all righ, now!' demanded Arapoo-
i.h.
Good! now bring ME meatand d'lnkT
When they we're alone Arapooish had
converse ion with his guest.
When you come another time among
Crows sad he, don't hide your goods:
trust 10 them ard they will not wrong you.
Fni your goods IN the lodge of a chief, ard
lhuy are sacred, hide them in cache,
and any who finds will steal them. My
people have now given up your goods for
my sake; buithefe are some foolish young
men IN the village, who may be disposed
to be troublesome. DOM, linger, there
fore, but pack your horses Immediately,
and be off,
Campbell took his advice and made his
way safely ont Of the Grow country. He
has ever since maintained, tha, the Crows
are no: go black as they arc painted. -
Trust 10 their HONOR says he, and
you are safe trust to their honesty, apd
they will steal the hair off your head
Western courier. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1837-07-27

Total amount Of payments, S;
Western courier. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1837-07-27

Of which amount there has
been paid by collections
from individual stockhold-
ers, 100000
By collections from the State, $4,000
By loans of the Board, 14,00O
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27

Some slight deprcdations committed upon the
wardrcbes of of the ladies' and occasionally there
was little confus on in the attempt to keep 50 many
wild spirits in order.
The sail dswn the river delghtful. The pail
crescent moon just rising in the east and glimmer-
ing the waves-the music of the band
echoed back by the rocky shores and all mrth and
pleasure.
The ladies had danced enough, aud insisted upon
having coton on the promenade deck. The band
didn't wish to play for them.
ave must have sett, said lovely girl 10 You
ask the leader, know he won't refuse you.
"Tl tell him that beautifulsdy requests tand am
he will comply" said !, and / most happy to
say that he took his violin and complied immediate
~ with the most praiseworthy gallanry For several
miles, the joyous dance proceeded The boat was dash
ing along the oamng waters the music playing and the
deck trembling with the tread Of busy feet 1t just
light enough distinguish ones partner, and feel the
effect of bright glances from beautiful eyes Song sue
ceeded the dance, until the very reasonable hour of
two, the boat landed US the foot of Canal street
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27

suIoIDE-Detsched portions of a mans body were
discovered yesterday cluster 81 cedars the farm
of Mr.. X. X Freeman, about 30 yards from the
pike leading from Railway to New Brunswick. When
discovered the head suspended by rope attached
o. Of the trees and parts Of the body lay srewsd
about the ground Nothing fousd in the pockets Of
his clothes which would identify the unfortunate indvi
dual The makers name in his hat, bell crowned and
Hush.colored, entirely obliteratedws s,uld dec
pher nothing bat Chatham street New York His
hair black, and his aged supposed 10 be between
30 and 49, AMI had committed the deed about 3 mouths
since. Verdict Of the jury Of inquest. suicide.-Roh
ray " J. Herdis.
boatof novel and useful description il about to be
introduced the Pennsylvania canals Its object
obviatc the transhipment If goods, which is unavoida
bly, required from the canal the Portage railway
the Allegheny and again from the railway the canal
The pisburg Gazette that the boat il construct
cd that s arrival the railway, il be divided
into two pieces, and ON regainng the canal may be
speedily reunited Two boats of this kind have alrea
DIV passed from the the division Of the
canal of which had about eightccn tons Of freight
Its performance, both the canal and railway il said
TO have been perfectly satisfactory.
A suit was recently commenced Rochester against
Mr. Geo. Duncan, for passing two &l Canada bills Of
the Montreal and Quebec banks. The trial before
Mr. Justice Wentworth. The verdict Of the jury was,
that they saw cause of action" Iii not be de
Med that the law prohibiting the circulation Of bank
notes Of less denomination than o., is this moment
altogether dsrcgarded-Aibany Argus.
PUBLIC LASps.-According to a table published in
the Indianapolis Journal there have been, since the ith
Of March, 1899 the present time 637 acres of
land coded the Uvitcd Statesassigned To Indians,
part Of the consideration. 3D. 900 acres The In
dams have been paid, altogether, IN land money &c
sixty millions four hundred and fifty eight thou
sand three hsndred and eighteen dollars
CHANGE WITHOUT CHASGE--The new bills Of
81 25, si.5o, and sl75 issued by the Oriental and
State banks have already proved great facility and
soon bring down the premium silver ehange.-Bess
Tress
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27
nIAPHANOUs WINDOW BLINDs.-some

entire new patterns OF those splendid and much admired
articles have been received they such
the fashonabes of London Paris far surpa ali
Others OF their kind in beauty elegance and grace
merit the particular attention OF the
study TO unite the useful with the Ornamental they nipar
unusually fashionable finish well furnished drawing
ROOM and will be found very desirable pleasing sul
tute Cor costly paintings
Those unique articles ren the pencil OF eminent
tii and be had only OF the subscriber prices
greatly exceeding those Of ordinary window blinds.
FL E.8 Bee KIM street. Clinton Hall
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27

nRESS NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. WAL
- KERS make go ahead Of all others for beauty STYLE
fashion and comfort $3.50 or s275 will buy elegant and
durable par Of dress Boots just such nemen
The largest and best kinds of Boots
and Shoes for family the lowest prices IT, States
Only one trial will prove the fact. Apply
RICHARDS WALKERS two establishments
Nos 228 and 232 Canal street.
JyZ2 I'm the oldest boot and shoe bosses block.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27
RE 6Said A ASR S, NNEFtE Esr GGNATEs

q
large OF Crates and Fire suitable parors
chambers Offices and stores offered for sale NY the ubcr
Place.
Berlin Crates TLese snperb castings equang finish the
finest metal ornamented with rich chaset designs
cuted In bas relief They colored by process not
acted upon by heat or rust and requiring water only keep
The Rejecting Crate recently beauty and
being constructed with ban, metallic rnectors
throw into the room large portion of the heat which ordna
Dere and Minerva Fire Paee-This well established article
Is known the public superior thing In use
for burning coal combses all the advantages OF both
Common crate and se psce .d ~ = il " so. e
slaves II dnuses warmth throughout the by Of
Z ns permled 10 come in contact viii, heated rom nls,
which well known to have the effect Of destroying the
ways injurious health II is portable convenience ca
dly appreciated they can be removed al pleasure II
ispted prior the warehouse and the counting ror
untng the comfort Of open FIRE with perfect safety
6iG RxxTERs BROTHER 81 Exchange Place.
~ s1Onls 1 K-ai Estate General Agency Once
verplanck formerly k'own vcrplanck Point, West
chester county, New York;
perry, tresl or personally M at the Office 81 a. Ne wslst
% No Gs%n nm s 70 se S :. York. win meet
Conveyancng ofevey description executed al the shortest
specifications Plans and Architectural Drawings made to
order and the erection obudngs 81 description
number Of in city New sale or
exchange Al-o u Newark and Patterson. New Jersey;
come choice vcrpanck. Those who To improve
place, the whole Of the purchase money
main on mortgage at per cent, II desired
ed Hudson River any other rver advise
and Those who think verplank broke h.se who think
ought TO break and those who hope win we advise stay
B. number Of mortgages for .ale (pe, exactly the
Wall street plant vary ing from one 20 1000 dslsrs = .
Building Lots,o exchange for brildng na,eris nv 20 n'
NHTMSusf SoaSafasYnF.r.ss. s.s ssssi Insurance.
with their lives, the lives OF Others
and either duration OF life, or for limited peri
3D. The payments Of pre"iun my We ehes made annually
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27
n nSyWN g CO.'S ONE Prize
"JOseph GillOtts Celebrated Patent Elon-
gated Metallic Pen.o

M
gated Metallic PEN"
VOSEPH GILLOTTb egs to inform the public, that he
- constantly receiving from bis mandatory in Bnng-
ham, regular supply of his approved Metallic Pens
The stock hand offers i'm the JTnea
States and OF warranted good qualyamongst which may
found his ' =
"Paent Magnum Bonum Commercial PEN
Original Patent Slip Pea"
"Orginal Patent Ladies' PEN"
Double Damascus Barrel" Lunars,n Peruvian New
York Fountain and Damascus Pens" up a variety
yiesyz on cards Of dozen each, with al
baa holders IN boxes OF dozen each, with holders
cases. shell boxes and morocco cards
" Albaa Everpoin and Pen and Everpoint Pencls.o
CAUTION TO THE PUBLIC.
From the well merted celebrity above
Pens attested by the whole
andthe United States makers have endea
voed impose upon the public by spurious imitation pur
porting TO be the original Joseph Gotrs PATENT which
are utterly worthless and entirely destitute Of qualities
requisite to fine writing which have established such unpa-
rallied demand for the original pen every country
is knewn!i -
The public hereby cautioned be upon their guard
against these countercs they he readily detected by
they sent into the market their attempt impose upon
the unwary
Each gross Of the genuine zen euveopea neatly print
ed wrapper, descriptive Of the article il contains.
Further to guard against the au the public will please
observe that the bear Of the following marks
always reading frons s aDst Of tic pen
Joseph Joseph Joseph
Clllotts Gillotts Gillou
Patent. Warranted. Maker
The above he had Warehouse No 1909 Beekman
srhe one door below Pearl, New York. jyIi-3m
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27

TTvHr SUBsCHIBEn received bv the las, ARRIVAL
i from Europe elegant Of the und~rn~w
toned srses which he offers Cor sale the advantage
Gus terms, viz -
Astral Lamps IN guilt bronze narbe and glass h.ng.x
lamps gilt and bronsed or OIL candles hall tampa,
git and bron,es for Oh and mantle LAMPS N gilt spS
bronred glass drops and spsnge gilt stand csnet
ladies wovk boxes nta work tables psses
csndes,ioks and branches fsmes plated os heues.
bottles stands, hc. he single and double barrel perrus~s
guns pocket, holster, and dueling PISTOLS -.
peS-1pHk G WI wHEAks. 10 ruison sreet
nE ADV1SEp, ALL WHO AnG AHOUT
ID 10 purehase TUScANs, LEGH0RNs, or STRAW
HATsbe greatest choice Of the finest snd best goods far
the shsprswh The lowest prcss-Hay be found ~ r
NCNNET-rg straw Warehouse, show room m W ovoad-
way New York A shape. known NY the name of th~
psr. ia, TbIs Is shape, ard
"a - 81, The fashionable and La .ie~ sk.s
he mos, recent bought Hats elsewhere, daily brought
~. this beautiful
.s s s,pc the above Mouse Please cali
IA for lie has still large stock hard; and
,,scy 10 suit all classes, with reduced prices
Tr r mina the ntSnber. 17 broadway. jylal@
a.. a.. h.s-UUNCAN WEST. bhek and ~h~~
lvI smith, sehsmith bell hangers Little Green g. n~.v
Liberty New YORK; have hand and usnpfA~sursr1
their Pstest Mangles which useful machine 70 poses
boarding house keepers, entirely supercsdes Tie zoe
ofirsuirg he and besntiul fcss o. snsen
tabk linen. he kc They win sri hem cheap iof esS
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27

~ TO LET-A four stall Stable, with a double
Coach House, in the rear of No. Broadway Inquire
~-at Nos jy2 w
<SEA TO LET.-Several snail dwellings, with MANY
IT'D convenenees, suitable for respectable mechanics and
30 others Apply on the premises, No Rose
@fA Rooms TO LET.-Two well furnished, COM
W 'orniape ped rooms, with crates and closets attached
80 hso ppi sor furnished HDfurrnshed Apply
jy26-Ss+ '' ~
kxzA HOUSE TO LET, CDR FOR SALE.-The new
modern punt three story house in doors eas
broadway being the middle Of the Just
hnlshed This house finished in best manner with
se improvements and be had mmed
"'sy. npPy 10 u. CLARK, l36 Water street.
Nf6 DAHLIAS.-The subse rber respectfully invites
SYN The public to his superb collection American Seedn0
=, Dahlias lie has now IN splendid bloom his garden
lie has now Tor sale fine large lowering plants in pots an very
low prices Also, superb collection Geraniums Roses
feona Azalas, Camelias Rhododeadrums, Cacuses and
oner rare ana Desirable garden AVID greenhouse plants
al reasonable prices w. RUSSELL, Florist, &c,
y1na Jay and Waloughby SIS, Brooklyn, LII
SaM TREyALL, STODDAKT a. CO.. No "a
& removedfrom No Courtandt the above large
ana elegant new store where they have hand con-
sany receiving, fresh supplies of Hat,ers Plush Trim
Ao fancy colored Pushes ladies' bonns which thew
will sell on accommodating terms. = -
nals caps Stocks, and Stock Frames wholesale. sy
~ nSDWN a. CO.'S ONE PKIIE HAT
q STORE-The subscribers, since the year 1894 have
aimed at furnishing the public with elegant and sk
stantial Of the most graceful FORM
of 49, They efforts have ha.p
crowned with triumphant The manufactured
by them during the last three months beauty
finish any heretofore offered and stand preemnent among
patrons they would say-the quality,
iornhe price moderate and ixedihe profit small and all
The sales TOR cash. l7s Chatham Square, cor: Nett st
myls-y BROWN & co.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27

I'D CARDS. w. BRfHAM, ofthe bowery steam CoUfec-
ossry and saloon ladies and gsntlemen respectfully
orms his friends and The public that he always
fuliv preparrd Creams, Lemonades, Mezds SoAas
lees &c kc with the various delicaciss ey IN
on accommodation also the best ~
cure Wholesome confeconaries manufactured re
sroved principle w. B. respectfully invites those persoas
make call 2a B-wery, when they Judge of the
G of his establishment the
peagng himself that his will always find respeetnhas
and society with accommodating walters =. W. D D
tends whole and sole attention to his Bowery Es
tabshmen also Mrs r. the confectionery depsrn~na
united u both hope still 10 merit
nusnc~ patronage already extensively experenced
With thanks for past fsvo~s =. w. BRYHAM,
Bowery steam and Saloon No. 2D8
mv&.ly opposite 10 RvingtoSst
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27

NEW rOnx LIFE INsURANCE AND
with this Cor pany their lives, the lives Of Others
and either whse durson OF life, or for limited peri
cd The payments Of preniun Ne either made annually
me- in n grpsxg uuL
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1837-07-27
SALUBKIOUs STOMACHlC
Enervescent Ginger Bevere ge Powder.
SALUBRIOUS STOMACHIC EFFERvES-
~ GENT GINGER BEVERAGE PONDER. nm

ducing immediate efervescent draught, the highea
possible state OF perfection, aayng the thirst well being
Mingled with component part OF the pure Jamaica Ginger
much extoed In difficulty Of dig where its
cna properties has stood the and the approval Of NJ
fzstidaus and the learned.
To travellers tourists captains OF vessels, 1t viii be
adesderaum OF the highest import either in sickness
health, climate will surpass other p~wpa~
sn extani and being peculiarly portable renders still ur,
uler acquisition Prepared by,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1837-02-16

day repealed by IN overwhelming vote
The ball designating and limiting the
fsnds receivable for the revenues Of the
United States Was taken up for 6nal
sehon. Mt. Benton made q speech
against IL remarkably short fos him.
and IN an extremely subdued tone.-
The Great Expunger was quite crest
fallen. Mr.. Niles talked twsddle about
u Tor some time. Mr.. Hubbard then
arose and made an important amend
ment-it was to make Virginia land
scrip receivable in payment Of the
public dues. Mr.. Clay asked Mr..
Hubbard 80 10 modify his amendment
~ to include the provision that there
should be no discrimination made in
favor OF one branch oil the public re-
venue over another. and Mr.. Hubbard
accepted this ss modification. II re-
CURED the unanimous consent Of the
Senate to allow the introduction Of any
amendment at this stage. ~ the bill
was on its final passage. That consent
was given. The amendments were
adopted. and the bill embracing them
passed by vote Of ~ to o-Messrs.
Linn. Morris. Ruggles. and Wright
alone voting with Mr.. Benton against
q measure which puts down all his ab.
sard schemes at blow
Things are now LEFT BY the present
act very much as they were before this
iniquitous legislative undertaking Of the
Exeeutive-,he Treasury Order-was
resolved upon. n ID.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1837-02-16

NNilE Herr of wiLLIAn TArs. ESQ. de
n ceased, uill sell ~ public suction. a
the late residence Of Tie deceased. nss
Charle.ioSb, on Frilsy The 2ltk day Of F.s,u
Oy, 1897.
A qusbIlty ofwhsst aud Rye 10 the ground
Timothy Rnd clover Hay,
Wagons, PIoOghs. Usrfows,
Aud great variety Of Farming Utsa,ils.
ToesTHER VITA
Horses, milch Cows. stock Cattle,
Thiriy-6Vs or forty Hog.,
And 50 sheep. cross " the Mefino I'd
Bsrbary.
Also. Blseksmiths and csrpsntsf', loot,
aoJ fnsRJ other sfiicits
They viii siso sell, 81 the Hotel ~ ~
Garter. IN ChsFlsstosa. on .sgnSsy .Sisbl
ne 0OiA iaasai, ths LIBRARY ~ TIE
Sad Niilism Tate. consisting of . ubmhsr
Of valuable Law BOOKS, and vsrts.
" 81 Miscellaneous hofks
FOR suns Of Eve doiisrs aad under. es,A
IN hsnd vii be required fof Ell lrrssi
suns. nine mobtbs' credit ell bs SLOWED -
purchasers to give bonds With approved o.
eariiy. No property 20 BE- fs,eossd uetii tks
'sra's o. ne sais shsu b cosnpl,t5 van.
Feb ., 1857.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1837-02-16

BALTIMORE MARKET.

S'r ne sssk s~<ssg Fiiasy ssssi.s, F.S. 10.
There has been q siisht I'm
pro.sment IN the supply Of Beef on the hoof
curing The past week. and priees range TO-DAY
IRON TO -. hs IN quality. Pork, from wa
gon,, 81 IS To 81 SO.
FLoCR.-The market 10 dull, and sale.
rom stores are made only In limited parcels.
NNo %. The wagon price 10 $40 50, but
some dealsrs refuse 10 pay %
The inspections for the week com pr;,, easa
barrels, 325 half barrels
c"AiN.- Hhsst.- About 5000 bushels Of
prime red. from Ohio. reached the market
early IN The week, BY way Of New Orleans.
and were taken at 81 20 per hushel. The b..
lance OF the Psoiis cargo Of German red b.,
been taken ut - IS per busheI. A parcel Of
e,ooo bushels Of white. BY the same vessel.
hs, not yet been sold
C'rn.-Ws have neither receipts nor sales
TO report.
Rys.-No sales TO report.
Oafs Full supplies continus to be received
oy wagons, and we now quote ct SIS 10 Sc cts.
Cfes'r- Sssd-s without change. viz, from
wagons Is to 81, end from stores TO 90 so
ftar Seed We continue our quotation
from wagons NJ 81 37i, and from stores M al
% per bushel-dull
BACoS-western Bacon begin. 10 reach
The market freely. Sale, Of assorted Bacon
70 considerable extent. have been made during
ths week at ] ] and II cts. according 10 quaii-
and eondi,ion-principaliy at ii and ia
cts. on short credit.
sUCARS--MuseaEsdoe ara retailing NJ
" % . s9-no sales at suction. We not.
'ales OF Santa Martha white, OF $40 so q ali.
"hiskEY;--Ths wagon price Of barrel.
now ~ cents, exclusive OF the barrel.
ALEXANDRIA, FkB II.
fLoUH--Ws quote the wagon price of
f'1ur from wagons, yesterday. stSlo %.
PLASTER PARIS, retail. per ton. al
GEORGETOWN. F.s.i3
LooH -rssierday and to-day IL has been
selling from wagons at $40 IS 10 aIO SO.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1837-02-16

what ! propose 20 say. % comment oo
the character or the Language or this
extraordinary letter. II hes excited in
my bosom but oos feeiing-thst Of
pity for the weakness OF its author.
contempt for bis menace. end hum,lia-
tion that one occupying the office which
he does. should place himself in stu.
alton 90 unworthy Of his exalted station.
Nor do | intend 20 invoke the intcrpo-
sifion Of the Senate to protect the PRIV
'Iege attached TO Q Senator from one
OF the sovereign States Of this Confed.
eraey. which has been outraged in my
person. seek no aid to defend nv
own privileges; and, 80 fer hom being
INUNDATED. ! shall be embolde ne {
to expires, myself with create. freedom,
u possible. to denounce the corruption
OF the Administration, or the violation
OF tho laws aud Of the constitution, in
consequence Of this attempt to restrain
the fec exercise Of tho right Of cx-
pressing my opinions upon all subjects
concerning the public interests, secured
TO me by the constitution. l leave 10
the Senate TO determine What measures
the preservation OF their own privile.
ges demand.
Much less do I intend 10 conp,v
with the request. or demand, mad. OF
me; demand has no plare between
equals. and l hold myself within my
constitutions privilege, at least equal
to the Chief Magistrate himself. I, AZ
a Legislator. have q right 10 investigate
and pronounce upon his conduct, and
to condemn his acts freely, whenever
consider them 10 be in violation of
the laws and Of the constitution. I. a,
a Senator. may judge ham; he can ne
yer judge the.
My object is to avail myself Of the
occasion 10 reiteraie what / said, As
broadly and fully rs I uttered then, on
a former occasion. here in my place.
where alone am responsible, and
where the friends Of the President will
have an opportunity to correct my
statements iferoneous, or to refute my
conclusions. if not fairly drawn.
MI. Calhoun then went into a reca-
pitula,ion at large Of the substance of
that part OF his speech to which the
Presidents letter had reference.