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NEW NOvEL-Jane Lomax, or a Mothers Crime, by
IN the author of Brambleye House is Just published,
and this day received for sale by F. TAYLOR, for
circulation among the subscribers to the Wavery Circu
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MANUAL OF CLASSICAL LITERATURE
Nl Translated by Professor Fiske (of Amherst college
50 so. 10 volumes. Is LIST received for sale by
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Caught--' Live Yankees although they
may come under the name and denomination
of green horns,' are not apt to get trapped by
customs which to them are novel and singu-
lar. They generally take the wise precauton
to look before they leap, or, what amounts
to pretty much the same thing, are careful TO
follow suit. But the fox with all his cum
ming, occasionally finds himself 10 peculiarly
unpleasant .fr. Every one remembers the
story ofDavy Crockett's being taken in by the
frozen victuals'--but here is one that is a
lcetle grain slicker' than that II is usual at
Cozzen's Hotel, in New York, to pass around
finger glasses after dinner, each glass con-
tanning slice of lemon Johnny Raw,
who had stuffed himself to his entire satisfac-
ton, having one of these new notions handed
to hin--not doubling the disposition to be
made of Immediately wet his whistle
with the contents. Finding no particular fla
vor about it, he squealed out at the top Of his
voice, hullo-Cozzens! your feed is tip top,
but your lemonade is dreadful meant When
he had delivered himself of his exclamation,
casting hirt,ve glance about the table, to his
great dismay and modification he discovered
that he had made false move and the way
he looked red and felt small, was fun to those
who witnessed the scene, but death to him.
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INOoPERS ITALY Cl.@ni~gs III Italy, by the au,
~ thor of the Spy Pioneer. &c, s Just published and
ntou among subscribers the waverly Circulating
Library. ...:| ."s III. June
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DRITISH CYCLOPEDIA OF THE ARTS AND
ID Sciences large vols. -London-flled with en-
cravings, is inst received, for sale by 4. TAYLOR.
Also, Thn. British Cyclopadia Of Natural History, ,
large volumes.
The British Cyclopeda Of Geography and History,
large volumes each containing many hundred engravlnes
iunc IA r.
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NEW LAW BOOKS, just received, for sale by F.
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The 9Th volume Of Peters Supreme Cou+ Reports.
Peters Digest, Of decided in the Supreme, Cir
cult and District Courts OF the United States, from the
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THE MoURNER'S BOOK, by a Lady. Price %
l. cents. r.-s.. ....
The Mourner's Gift by Mrs. NJ. A. Patrick, bound and
gilt edged Pricr so cents.
The Comforter, selected for the CoaSoa.
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The native American., 1838-02-03

pleases you, but your memory carries none of il
away. The overture is shocking, and was badly
played, when the Queen heard it.
"Joan OF Arc ends (as all Balfe's operas do)
with drinking chorus, and Giubelei does justice
to solo description of battle. sestett,
"Hark, the pealing thunder has merit, and the
same must be said of chorus of peasants, ssFree-
dom to our Country" One ballad, sang by Balfe,
and expected to be much better than his Light
of other Days. turned out to be dead failure.
1t is called 'sThe Peace of the Valley" The
popular piece of the opera is, "But the Trumpet
shall sound on the Tower" sung by Miss Romer;
and really brilliant piece. Segium and Miss
Poole have comic duet, Through the village
where / Pass" which is lively and original.
Balfe, Seguin and Giubelei have bass trio,
"Hark! it's the soul exciting Drum, I" which went
off fatty, because it is forced, neck and heels,
into the opera. On the whole, critics allow "Joan
Of Arc place below the siege of Rochelle, but
above the Maid of Artois.
The Queen is said to have expressed her de-
light at the music of Amilie, the new opera by
Mr.. Rookie, who was Balfe's master. 1t is in
deed very fine; | alluded to it in my last.
The native American., 1838-02-03

A Snake Sfory.-A curious fact in Natural
History was related sometime since by DR.. An
selmi, Professor Of Natural History at Turin.
A snake in Italy, Serpe Media, the Coluber Ma
trix of Linnaus. is well known to be extremely
fond of milk, and the Italian peasantry pretend
that it makes its way into dairies, to crafty its
inclination They even assert that it is some
times found entwined round the legs of cows,
drawing milk from their teats. OF this fact, DR..
Anselmi had an opportunity once Of being an eye
witness. He says:
"Walking, as usual, one morning, on the road
called the Park, bordered by pastures containing
great number of sheep and horned cattle, OBJ
served small but vigorous COW, separate from
the others, and lowing, with her head raised in
the air, her ears erect, and shaking her tail. Sur
4 prised at the noise she made, seated myself on
the bank of stream, and followed her wherever
she went with my eyes. After running Tor some
minutes, she suddenly stopped in sequestered
! spot and began to ruminate lnquisitive to dis
cover the cause, / went to the place. After going
! into pond to drink, she came out and waited on
$ the brink for black snake, which crept from
y among the bushes and approached her, entwined
e himself round her legs, and began to suck her
: milk / observed this phenomenon TWO success
9 siye days, without informing the herdsman. The
third day | informed him of it, and ne told me
that for some time the COW kicked at the approach
ne her calf. and that she could not without difil-
: cultv he compelled to suffer it to suck. we took
e .wav the snake, which we killed. On the sue
j. ceed;no dav. the COW, after in vain waiting for
Q ber suckl;ng. ran about the meadow IN such
/, manner that the hcrdsman was Obliged 70 smut
her up"
The native American., 1838-02-03

you must remain with us, for, in truth, you
are a wise man. You will console me- Do you
know, Thevenet, that should have been an Ad-
miral of the Blue, if this abominable wooden leg
had not rendered me useless to my country!
pass my life in reading the papers, and swearing
at that which cannot participate in. Stay here
--you shall console me.
your charming wife will console you, doubt
less, much better than can.
sOh! as to that, no. Her wooden leg prevents
her from parading the streets and running to bals
but she has given herself up to cards and scandal
1t is almost impossible to live with her. In other
respects she is a fine woman.
How! was right then, T.
sOh! thousand times, my dear Thevenet; but
do not mention word about it. | have commit
ted silly act. If had my leg still, would not
give the pairing of nail. Between us, Uas a
fool; but keep that truth to YOURSELF
The native American., 1838-02-03

BrNr-oN POSSESSING Coon RgM-The Manchester M
Wb;g announces the marriage OF Mr. .. w. benton
- Ms Malinda s. Goodrum.--N 0. Ptcayune.
The native American., 1838-02-03
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PENNSYLVANIA AND THE SUB
TREASURY.

1t is fact, not generally known, that at the
Convention which nominated Mr.. Porter for
Governor, resolution was submitted approx
ing Of the Sub Treasury, and another approx
ing, generally, Of Mr.. Van Buren's policy.
Both we're subsequently withdrawn, because it
was found by the movers, that if they pressed
them TO vote, both would have been rejected
by large majorities.
We have abundant evidence to satisfy US
that, the State Of Pennsylvania is as much
opposed to the Sub-Treasury scheme as any
State in the Union.
Pennsylvania vii. show herself Conserua-
iiue to the back bone, before many months roll
round, or we do not accurately read The signs
of The lines. .s.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,,
WEpNEspAY, June 10.

Mr. MCKAY, from the Committee on Military
Affairs 10 whom had been referred Senate bill for
regulating the pay OF paymasters in the army, re-
ported the same without amendment. II was re-
lerred TO Committee Of The Whole.
Mr. CALHOUN, IRON the Committee on Private
Land Claims, 10 whom had been referred Senate
bill for giving effect TO the 9Th article Of the treaty
OF 1919 with Spain, on leave submitted the views OF
the minority OF the Committee THAT subject.
The Committee on Naval Affairs, 10 whom had
been referred number Of documents and cores
pondence relating 10 the delay in the sailing of the
Exploring Expedition, reported that they had made
some selection OF papers which required investiga-
,ion and asked the House TO authorize the clerk TO
arrange the same nd have them printed.
Mr.. HOWARD, from the Committee on Foreign
Affairs reported resolution, asking the House, on
Saturday next TO take mp the bill for satisfying
claims for French depredaiions committed on our
commerce previous TO 1901. But the resolution was
rejected
Mr.. LEGARE. from the Committee on Foreign
Affairs to whom had been referred the memoI al of
the New York Peace Society in favor of a Congress
Of Nations, to settle disputes so as u avoid war,
made report adverse TO the prayer OF the memo
rialiss. Ten thousand extra copies were ordered to
be printed.
Mr.. DROMGOOLE from the same Committee,
To whom had been referred memorials on the subject
OF Texas, made report setting forth that as there
was no proposition before the House, that subject
the COMMITTEE DO mol deem IL adVseaDie 10 ieTesa
public opinion, by making any proposition, and after
resolution that the Committee be discharged from
farther consideration, and that all papers and petit
tions be laid on the table,
Mr.. CUSHING moved to recommit the subject TO
the same committee, with instructions to make an
argumentaiive report on the merits Of the memorials
and resolutions previously referred TO them.
Amer some remarks from MesSrs. PlCKENS,
CARTER, ADAMS, DROMGOOLE, and others,
MIR. CUSHMAN moved the previous question,
but II was mol seconded
After some further debate without taking any
question, the House passed to the orders Of the day.
and went into Committee Of the Whole, on the bill
granting presumption rights to settlers on the public
lands
Mr.. MARTIN, Of Ala, concluded his remarks.
Mr.. PRENTISS commenced his argument on the
subject, and had not finished at halfpast Two, when
The House took recess.
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THE Ex-pREs1DENT,s POETRY.

We take the following bijou from Pouisoa As
TO the predatory doubt expressed regarding the
future" we shall not undertake to decide--it is
enough that The present age en,ertains none. But
Mr.. Adams poetry though II does not always please
the million is nevertheless esteemed by the judicious
few Il abounds in fruits rather than foliage in rea-
son, rather than rhyme; it appeals to the judgment
rather than the fancy and much less 10 the magma
ton than the heart in short, il is not the poetry of
the canvass, but the poetry Of the marble-not CO.
lored BY evanescent hdes. but chsselcd into en-
during lineamens.
Anibihon.-H may be doubted whether JonN GUN
cY ADAMS will be regarded by future ages port.
But that he has written some very good poetry, there
can be no doubt. The following toicible lines de-
scriplive Of ambition, are from his pen:
Ambition therefore, virtue is, or vice;
Tingdby the object of the mans pursuit;
A Jewel richer Than the rubys price;
A Bohon Upas, bearing deadly fruit;
Ethereal fire, impenetrable ice;
The good supreme; of every i'll the root;
A guardian angel leading to The skies
A demon, with the worm that never dies.
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The Legislature Of this State, at its late
session, declared the Sub Treasury bill to be
" contrary 10 the spirit of our institutions, and
destructive Of our dearest interests" and that
"it would change the present distress into a
set and deep-rootcd despair
"Tkerefors Rssolpsd, That il is the icil Of this Ge-
neral Assembly that Sensiors and Representatives
10 Congress, vote against ssd BILL or any other contain
ing similar prossIons and use all legal and proper
to prevent the passage thereof and that they be
and hereby instructed"
II win be recollected that the whole dele
CATION in both Houses of Congress from Con-
necticut profess to belong to the Democratic
party, and to adhere strictly to Democratic
usages and principles.
The doctrine of Instruction was recently
pronounced by the Globe to be one Of the
cardinal principles of the Democratic faith-it
has been canonized by many ilustrious exam
pies in Virginia, was universally recognized
by the late party that elected Mr.. Van Buren,,
and was one ofthe "footsteps" made by Gen.
jackson TO be trodden in by bis successor.
The Democracy of Connecticut, in few
days, will see, whether their Representatives
are true TO the faith they profess, and whether,
indeed, they at all regard the expressed and
published ,ciH Of their constituents.
In the eyes Of all true Republicans, they
have but one alternative, viz: either 10 obey,
or to resign.
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The Philadelphia American Sentinel Of Monday

The Philadelphia American Sentinel of Monday
says: s...."
We understand, that the friends Of the national ad
mnisralon opposed to the Sub Treasury Bill now be-
fore Congress have in contemplation 70 hold meet
ing the Of the present week. for the purpose OF
expressing their sentiments IN relation to TINS measure
The friends of the bill hold meeting tonight. We re-
greet the renewed agitation Of this question, believing,
mos, sincerely, that it can be Of no advantage to the
country whilst it is calculated to parase the democra
tic party in the coming contest in the city and county OF
Philadelphia, upon the result Of which veil probably de-
pend the political character Of both houses OF the next
legislature and Of the Senator Congress to be elected
next winter But as the friends and opponents OF the
bill appear determined to hold meetings, we trust that
their proceedings will be characterized by spirit OF
courtesy and moderation, and that no attempt Will be
made by either side to interrupt or disturb the proceed
nos Of the other. ~
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/. Mr.. Webster.
THE ILLINOIS DELEGARyON--THE SUB
TREASURY.

In the calculation made in our last, to the pro-
bable vote in the House of Representatives on the
Sub-Treasury scheme, we allowed one vote from The
State of Illinois in favor of the Sub-Treasury
scheme. We did SO, because we were informed
that one Of the delegation from that State, will pro-
badly now record his vote in favor of the scheme
Al the extra there not to be found in the
whole House, any more decided opponents OF the
scheme, than every representative from The State Of
Illinois. -
Have the opinions Of the people OF that State
changed since, In favor Of the scheme! On the
contrary, every manifestation OF their opinion
shows most clearly, that an Overwhelming majority
Of the people of that State most decidedly OPP
posed to ii and that any of her representatives
who gives his support to it, does so in direct opposi
ton to their will. ....,..
Then why this change on the part of the repre-
sentative in relation 10 this aabsorbing and para
mountly interesting question We hope we may
have been mistaken. We hope it will be proven
that there has not been change, as represented.
IT. however, ii shall prove Otherwise we shall not
hesitate 10 believe that E1cttte tarors h@rc tcc"
sgiici,ed and Ereertirc smiths reirncaand perhaps
n dinner! II is by such arts. said Mr. McDuite, the
cunning and artful seek seducc those they wish to
make use Of and win over 10 their purposes. But,
thank God, while the Representative may be cor
ruped; the peop are honest, and are above corrup-
| tiun. > ....- ."'
We still hope VIC are deceived as 10 this ono mem
Der of the Illinois delegation We hope he WILL by
his acts preserve consistency and give no cause TO
any one 10 indulge in unpleasant reflections Nothing
whatever can BE- more dsagreeabe TO US, than TO be
obliged to change our opinion Of those OF whore he
nesty ard moral courage we have entertained pre-
| viously the most exalted opinion.
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The author viii perceive that we have omitted two
stanzas in his Change" which, we think, viii i'm
prove its currency.
ron THE NADIsoMAS.
CHANGE.
IT'S sweet--when painted in the glowing tints OF
morn,
Or meIIowed by the sober hues Of closing e'vn;
IT'S sweet--ou music's magic strains when softly
borne,
Or when, in varying colors Of the rainbow seen.
In many scene we view, the spell Of CHANGE is
bright,
For sweet variety Is pleasures better part;
But oh how of II has the bitter power TO blight
The fondcst hopes and dearest feelings ofthe heart
To find Il in the home of chIdren's early love,
When lhither again pilgrim steps are borne;
To find Il In those hearts We deemed would ever
prove
Affections still sure refuge from the worlds cold
scorn.
To find II in some bosom friend, endeared by ties
OF confidence that round the heart itself are wove;
To find il in that so fair breast, where garnered
lies
The brightest hope we have Of bliss, requed love.
In scenes like these thy name relentless CHANGE is
traced
In burning characters, whose impress on the heart
Is scarce by lime or charm'd forgefuness, erased
But often fingers there while feeling claims its part
JWB.
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CORRESPONDENCE.
New YoRK, June II, 1888.


Dear Sir-Thc last four days have been very
warm, and ii is conectured that the members of
Congress will soon be roasted out Of the Capitol II
no other consideration should induce them to ad-
journ. #-"
II no measures of relief can be devised, which are
calculated to check Executive experiments on the
currency, or which his obedient Secretary OF the
Treasury will be unable TO nulity, the sooner they
adjourn the better As you are no doubt aware, the
toae temper, and spirit manifested in Mr.. Woodbu-
rvs late instructions to collectors and receivers,
have contributed TO depress the bouyant feelings OF
all classes at the repeal Of the specie circular The
truth must not be disguised We have at head
quarters phalanx Of ministerial ofice-holders,
whose whole efforts appear 10 be directed against IN
dustry, enterprise, and prudence, and there VIII
neither be peace, prosperity nor happiness through
dut the land until they are dduoreed from all con-
nexion with public Office Under their will no cal
culation can be depended on no foresight ensure
success Talent and skill in business will not be
rewarded, until the enemies of the national pros
peri,y no longer WELD the power to interfere in every
mans pursuits. -.>
am pleased to perceive that you intlict meriled
casyation on those ultra busy-bodies in the ranks OF
the wings, who desire to depreciate the independ-
ence and integrity of the Conservative parry. Like
The ultra Loco Focos the efforts Of these zeaols are
calculated 10 impair the sound political tone Of pub
lie sentiment, and throw us back into the hands OF
the destructives But there are still sufficient num-
Der Of the old school Republicans ef TO correct the
ul,raism OF these hothcaded partisans Business
affairs still remain in stain quo. Every one looks to
Congress for some modification of the law in rela-
ton to the non-recepon of the notes Of banks that
circulate bills under FIVE dollars before moving
Stocks continue about stationary.
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IN SENATE.
WEDNESDAY, Jure -


Mr.. ALLEN presented a memorial from Ohio,
praying legislation TO prevent duelling.
On mo ion of Mr.. Upton, a resolution was
passed directing the Secretary of War TO inform the
Senate what had been done in relation to the lands
OF the Potawattamies and other Indians.
Mr.. MORRIS reported large number of private
bills from The House-recommending the indefinite
posponement of many Of them
Mr.. HUBBARD, from the Committee on Finance,
reported the Senate bill reported TO them, making
appropriations for completing the public buildings
in Wisconsin, and ordered TO be engroSsed for Sd
reading.
MIR, CLAY, of Alabama, reported bill 10 grant
tract Of land to aid in the construction of canal
TO connect Lake Michigan and Rock River. The
amendment of the House was cvncurred in.
BANKS AND BANK NOTES.
The bin introduced yesterday, by Mr. WEBSTER,
to repeal that portion OF the DepoSite act OF 1876
which forbids the reception of the notes Of banks
which, since July, 1896 have issued notes OF less
denomination than five dollars
Mr. WRIGHT moved to lay this bill on the table
The committee of which he was member, had
already considered the subject Of this BILL and had
reported against any legislation on any OF the sub
lecIs, except one OF Them. He would propose TO wait
ill the House had acted on the Sub Treasury BILL
before this bill was acted upon He moved to lay it
on the table Till that bill was disposed Of
Mr., WEBSTER said he would make no objection to
this course a.
The bill was laid on the table,
NORTHEASTERN BOUNDARY. ...
Mr.. WEBSTER gave notice that he should, ,o.mor-
row, call up the motion OF Mr. WILLIAMS, Of Me, for
leave to bring in bill for joint British aud American
commission Of explora on and survey of the North
eastern Boundary Of the United States in accordance
with the treaty Of 1888, which days ago was laid
on the table
ANNEXATION OF TEXAS.
Mr. PRESTON gave notice that he should o.mor-
row, very soon call up the resolution formerly intro
duced by him for the annexation OF Texas.
The Senate again took up the bill for the benefit Of
the New Albany Rail Road Companc in Indiana.
Alter some debate Mr.. SEWER moved substitute,
granting the land To the State; and the bill was laid
the table, with the substitute and ordered TO be printed
FRONTIER DEFENCE
The Senate took up the bill to Sc, apart belt OF
land oil the western borders Of ,he States Of Missouri
and Arkansas bounty lands, be granted settlers
engaged for term Of wears in defence OF the frontier
A long debate took place in which Messrs SEWER,
DAVIS, STRANGE, and KING, OF Alabama, took
part
The Senate was still engaged on this bill, when this
paper went TO press.