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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
MY FRENCH NEIGHBoR.

I often amuse myself by watching from my win
dow (which by.the-by is toleraby elevatedl the
movements of the teenaing little world below me
and as | am on sociable terms with the porter anu
his wife gather from them, as they hight my hre'
or serve INV breakfast anecdotes of all my fellow
dodgers | have been somewhat CURIOUS IN study
ing little antique Frenchman, who occupies one
If The ;oFe chan6res a garcOR already mentioned
Heis one ofthose superannuated veterans who Hour
iabed before tie revolution, and have weathered All
the storms of Paris, in consequence, very PROBABLY
If being fortunately TOO insignificant to attract
attention He has a small income, which ne
manages with the skill ola French economist; aF-
propropriatng so much for his lodgings SO nueh ioi
H. meals so much for his visit to ST Cloud and
Versailles and so much for his seat at the theatre
He has resided in the hotel for years, and Always
in the same chamber which he furnishes at his own
expense The decorations OF the room mark ms
various ages There are some gallant pictures,
which he hung I'D in his younger days, with pof-
trait of lady OF rank whom he speaks tendery OIL
dressed in the old French taste; and pretty opera
dancer, pirouetting in hoop petlcoat, VINO iateiy
died at a good old age. In corner OF th's picture
ia stuck prescription for a Rheumatism, and below
!, stands an easy-ckair lie has small parrot at
IN, window. to amuse him when within doors, and
4 pug dog TO accompany him in his daily peregrina-
lions. While | am writing, he is cross ng the court
10 90 out HI is attirod in bis hsat coat OF skye
blue. and is doubtless bound fol the Iu''ler'es -
His hair is dressed in the old style, with powdered
ear.locks and pig-tail. His little dog trips alter
him. sometimes on four legs, sometimes on three,
and looking as il his leather small clothes we're too
tigbt for him. Now the old gentleman stops to
have word with an old crony who lives IN the en-
ire sol, and IS just returning from his promenade
Now shey take pinch Of snuff together; no" they
pull II huge red cotton handkerchief Chose fisgs
Of ab 1lination as they have well been called, and
blow their noses most sonoropsly, Now they turn
to ma remarks upon their two iittis dogs VINO
20 sxcnaneiag the mornings salutaiioni now they
mar, and my old gentleman stops to have pass
ms word with the porers wife; and now he sallies
forth, and is fairly launched upon the town tor the
! day.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

A CHINESE DAEpY.-MaDy persons have suppo'
sed, who only know the Chinese supethcialIy, that
a nation, grave, so sedate, and so monstlous
cannot include either tops or bon virants. They
are, however, mistaken; few countries possess more
of these worthless lEan China, though perhaps their
talents are not carried to great an excess as IN
many other parts of the world. The dress OF the
Chinese petit maitre, is very expensive being com
posed of the most costly skins carpets his boots
or shoes are of particular shape, and made OF the
richest black satin of Nankin, the soes are OF
certain height; his knee caps arc eloquently en-
broidered; his cap and button are OF the neates'
cut his pipes elegant and high priced his tooac
co of the best manufacture OF Fokien; an English
gold watch, a tooth pick hung at his button, with q
string of valuable pearls fan from Nankin scent
ed with chulam flowers. Such are the personal aP
pointments Of Chinese dandy.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
NJ I s c. K Z. Z. A ~ Y.
ECONOMY In A FAMILY.

There is nothing which goes so far towards plac.
ing Young people beyond the reach of poverty, as
economy in the management OF their domestic al
fairs 1t matters not whether a man furnish little
or much for his family, if there is leakage IN his
kitchen or in the parlor, it away he knows not
how, and that demon waste cries more, like the
horse-leech's daughter, until be that provided has
no more give 1t is the husband duty to bring
into the house. and it the duty the wife to see
that nothing goes wrongfGlly out OF itnot the least
Article, however unmportant in itselt-to establish
precedent; nor under any pretence, for it opens
the door FOR ruin to stalk in, and he seldom leaves
an opportunity unimproved. man gets wife to
look after his affairs and assist him in his jour
new through life, to educate and prepare his chill
dren for proper station in life, and not 10 dssipate
mis- properly The husband interest should be the
wfe's CAFE and her greatest ambition should carry
her farther than his welfare or happiness, toseth-
err with that Of her children.
This should be her sole aim, and the theatre Of
her exploits in the bosom of her family where she
may do as much towards making fortune as he
can in the workshop or the counting room. 1t is
NOT the money ear ned that makes man wealthy
it is what be saves from his earnings. good and
prudent husband makes Il deposite OF the NUTS oil
his labor with his best friend and If the friend be
not true to him, what has he TO hopel II be dare
not place confidence in the companion Of bis bosom,
where is he to place III wife acts not for her
self only but she is The agent Of the many she loves,
and is bound to act for their good and not Tor her
own qualification Her husbands good IS the end
to which she should aim--hs appreciation Is her
reward. Self qualification in dress, or indulgence
in appetite, or more company than his purse can
we'll entertain are equally petnlcous-the first adds
vanity to extravag ance-the second iaslens Doc
tors bill to a long Butchers account--and the lat
ter brings intemperance, the worst OF all evils, in
it's train.--Sanbary Amsr.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

WOMEN THE BEST JUpGEs OF BEAUTY" u Il
rare to hear from lady such candid acknowiedg'
ment of another's beauty" said Mr.. DE Lacy "p'
YOU think sol" said Kate; now, 1t has always oe'
Cured 10 me, that quite willing TO ADMIT
one of their own SEX to be beautiful, II she Is so
but they are naturally more iastidou' ihan men
Why sol " Because they read more poetry, anD
more frequently learnto draw ana paint anu nc,
fora have more true perception Of what Is beauii-
fu than men have They know when face Of
tends against proportion and harmony more read'-
~ than men, and therefore accused OF being en-
yious of the said faces charms. Men generally
think woman pretty, if she is large ard hyeiy'
and if she takes pleasure in their society - can
destiae Marriage.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
pos II B = .
From the Token for 1871.
TEACHING or THE SENSES.

The eye'is but grated pane,
Through which the clay-imprisoned soul
Looks dimly forth on earth and sky,
Yet deeming all heaven-writ scroll.
We gaze and gaze, and sometimes dream
That these may satisfy the heart;
But 10! an after longing comes,
Which makes the cheated dreamer start.
We feel that these are signs-not things
Prophetic visions cast before;
And yearning fancy turns to faith,
Making us sure of something more.
The ear doth catch sweet tones around
From womans tongue and Eol's choiri
Yet this eafth-music is bu. one
Sweet, stolen string from heavens Tyre.
And this ia whispered to the heart;
For, though the raptured sense be blest
With song yearning wish will rise
For something still to FL the breast.
The rose regales, yet seems to cheat,
Not satisfy, the sense it woes;
The faded palate turns away
From that which first ii seemed TO choose.
The nerve with sweet sensation thrills;
Yetlanguor comes TO claim its turn,
And leaves the sickened soul within
For something better still to yearn.
Thus every sense exalts the SOUL
Bestows a transient draught of bliss,
Then breaks the cup. to make US thirst
For surer, purer joys than this.
They lift us to the mountain top.
Where earth and heaven in contrast he,
And bid US spurn this lower sphere,
And spread the wing for yonder sky!
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
ExpoRr rnApx or BALTIMORE. learn fro

EXPORT TRADE or BALTlsoRE--We learn from
a abatement in Lyiord's Commercial journal that
during the quarter ending Doth OF September ehe
quantity of Tobacco exported fom this port TO Tor
epn ports was 81 20S hhds., the cost OF which was
al .O86 IT'S During this same period theirs were
exDor,ed 65 581 bbls. Flour the coat Of which was
ssi9, 09s. And also 46. 022 bushels Corn the COST
Of which $24, 1919. The total exports o. 'aas 's
article. from this port, during the year ending 3Olh
September, were 81 1863 hhds. Of tobacco; 2o1,zzo
bbis. OF Flour, and Sc $40 bushels OF Corn.-h 70
these be added the Wheat, Rye, and Corn Meal ex-
ported during the same period, we have an sgs,e-
gate value Of exports Of domestic produce LOT 'ne
wear. Of nearly fce millions Of dollars. Next yea.
when our relations with interior Pennsylvania and
the West are placed on the advantageous footing
which more thorough organization OF our Canal
and Rail Road intercourse will bring about We may
look for materially increased amour; Of exports
as we'll a. a corresponding augmentation oiinpo'ts.
From this time forward the course OF Baltimore u
steadily and surely oarard-BaH. Amer.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

POPULATION o. PIrrsHuRen--The population
of Pittsburgh, including dependent villages in tho
vicinity, is computed at $4,000; places o. religious
worship, go schools, 100; papers, 20 banks and
insurance companies, o employing capital Of
$5, 900 600; daily lines Of stage coaches and canai
packets, 20 single and double lines OF canal irognt
boats. III; annual arrivals and departures Of steam
vessels engaged in he river trade. $500 annual
amount Of manufactures and mechanical produce
TONS $i2 900 oeo annual sales in tho various De.
parinents Of merchandise, $is 900; annual
amount of freight on merchandise and produce pas
sing through for account Of aon-resicens owners
As GOO. 900. --PhR. Gazette.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

MARRIAGE IN PROHIBITED DEGREES ~ In.
last general convention, committee CONSISTING y
IL II O,dcrdonk Moore and Brownell, was aP-
pointed 70 report at the next general convention
canon proh,bi.ing marriages with certain degrees
Of consangunty and affinity. In this report which
will be one of much importance, the case OF marry
ing deceased wife's sister, will be OF necessity
monument. We allude to the subject at present
n order 10 direct attention 10 the fact that pamPn-
let has been published in England, advocating Inc
repeal Of the law in that country whlen Pron'ol1s
marriage within the degree OF afhni.y jas'
go; ,,auv SIGNATURES from among the clergy
and Tho measure is sid to receive the coun lance
and active cooperation of the Archbishop Of DUB
lin and the Bishop of Landah.-C harct"'4".
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

THE MoRxoSs.- sect held a semi-annnal
Conference ut Nauvo Hancock county, Illinois, on
the Sd Of October. The large number of5,000 was
present, including elders and preachers. About
one hundred were baptzed The church" says
q correspondent Of the Peoria Register, seems TO
bs IN much more prosperous condition than al any
former time. Several families have arrived from
England belonging to the church. The sect has
been very industrious In building house and raising
provisions"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

GERMAEs.---It is stated 10 a recent French pa
per that, at the port of Bremen, Germans are con-
stanly arriving from ali parts Of their country %
take passage for North America. The number o.
these emigrants is every year increasing u ias'
year amounted to nearly $4,000 persons, ana, 10
the frst two-thirds Of this year, i had exceeded
II 600.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
NOTICE.

In consequence of the numerous letters receive
with no enclosure, imposing on me, therefore,
very heavy tax OF at least $500 in the way OF post
age, without any compensation, am compeheu 10
5on Il a. an inyarable rule, not to take any sim
ole letters out of the office UNLESS THE POST
SCr IS PAID. J. NJ. CLARKE.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

popuhArIos on RUssiA.--Ihe population o(
R...;a Il 1888. was 33.e77 zoo; including tho
.,uy and navy, the wondering trbes, Poland and
Fielsud tho number Of inhabitants is e. 800 coo.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

Goop.-The New Orleans Flcay'ne ieia'eS Inc
following good joke: .,..Ia,
he q banasome auctionet was yesterday
Knocking down" in the Arcade with all the arder
% liz nrolesson, and crying out at the top OF ms
voice dye hundred dollars, fire hundred a. aoi !,
ia,s," some one told an honest kentuekan thas u
was bet he was offering on the election o. van
Buren. The corncracker elbowed his way 10 tne
.tand and pulling a wallet well hlied win n'','
drops and New Orleans bank notes sald; ~ i'o On
here, stranger, IN cover that hye hundred sn1
-. ,,,ali Mia have here ga old Tip afterwards
W. nsed not say that he buaed off, our Wing
cr;end and caused much amusement among the by
standers at the same time'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

We learn that the Rev. Henry b. Bascom' y. ~
professor Of moral science and bellies leitres ~ tno
Augusta College Of Kentucky, has oeen unanimous
ly elected TO the presidency o. me No'es v A-'4'
siana, at Jsokson.--N y. Com.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

The Governor of New York, has appointed inc
nth of December, as dsy Of gsnegal thanksgiving
10 that State,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
NO HUNERUG!
THE OLD Cash SYSTEM STILL!!

All the Lottery Tickets sold by J. VI. Clarke are
authorized by the State of Virginia, and drawn pub
licly under the superintendance of Commissioners
appointed for that purpose. The old cash system
has been adopted, and will be persevered in by me
to the exclusion of all Real Estate Lotteries, and
prizes cashed on demand.
During the last ten wears, have distributed mill
lions. and intend continuing to do with lavish
ing and unsparing hand. Correspondents are re-
speetfully referred to the following.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
RAND CAPITAL,

Whole Tickets $40 Halves S lo--Qrs. 50.
Address your orders TO >,
). NJ CLARKE, Uheeling "a,
Agent for the Manager
October %, 1910.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

M NJ. CLARKE takes great pleasure IL being
81 able to present to his numerous correspond.
ents the following synopsis Of the rich sud exraor.
binary scheme, be drawn during the month OF
November.
Come boys, one FIRE more, and capital prize must
he ours
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

Tn. number ofinhabitsnts Of the city OF wash
;nytop. ,. ssoerianed BY the Census, is 22i711
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
THE PATRONS OF CLARKE

will find below a synopsis of Schemes for NoNem-
Der, 1910, which presents favorable opPoru-
n;ty for adventurous 20 realize comfortable for
tunes these hard times. THE ONLY GENUINE
LUCKY TICKETS IN TIE UNITED STATES,
ARE SOLD BY HIM. Send your orders as soon
as possible, to secure of the Capitals he in
tesds distributing during the month of November
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

VyHE subscriber now has his establishment IN
successful operation at the West end OF Frank
lin street BY strict attention and long experience
in the Iron business, he hopes to secure the patro
mage Of the public. He is prepared to execute to
ordar aU kinds of
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
VIRGINIA STATE LOTTERY,
Glass No. l.,

Draws at Wheeling, on Friday, Noyem y, lslo
as Numbers and i6 Drawn Baiiots'
NOVEL AND EXTRAORDINARY SCHEME.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
CgsTY,N.GS and .M.sCHE.N'ERS

such as steam Engines, MilI beatlng' InIesu1s VI
chine Castings, Plough Castings, Rail Road work.
Rolling Mill Castings, Forge Hammers, Water
Pipes, Iron Railing, Mill Brands, Bells and Brass
Castings. 81
be punctually attended to- - - ,v,,,-s
uannra.nu,n Nh Sent. o4.-2m
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26

VIRGINIA Rules holden in the Clerks VI
fee of III. County Court for Morgan County on
the first Monday in October, le4O, ,n
William Bat eman, P'V'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-11-26
october 90, ls4O,-2m

VIRGINIA At Rules holden in the Clerks vi
fee of the County Court for Morgan county on
the first Monday in October, 1910, ,,g
Robert B. Stapleford, FV'
against an
John II w;lson Robert s. Reed, Charles Odell,
Henrr u Ua.,ehnrst w lillian g. Catlett, James
Higgins, Joseph Baker. and Thomas A'hy,S.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1840-03-17

is also reduced TO the snmo condtonond price as
sit is in Europe
scaqtor-Well, suppose itis--,vii il not be Just
as welI;7for then you will get your pay m lard
money. q ... IT,. u.
LqGorer- 1T don't mako much difference 10 me
whether The money ir hard or soft, irI don't get
any. never have been able to see the difference
between hard dollar and bill which could
change for n hard dollar.
SenatOy-The cry against tho reduction in tho
price Of labor all a Wing measure, intended
merely to deceive our lriends-it will work well
assure you. .l
LaLorGr-I find Mr. Senator, that in The hard
money countries OF Europe The price Of labor aY
eruges about ten cents day, without board-and
do YOU really think it would be well for us here,
as The dollar, or dollar AID hNlf we used to receive
| here. .,.. ID
Scnator-Why not; why is not ten cents MS good
as ton dollars,
Loborcr--W Why then are there 80 many poor in
! those counlries-nnd why are the labonnS classes
! go nnx ions to get to the United States?
| ScRatOr-I am sure don't lSnow--for we have
poor people here, and men and women too, who
! want work:
so formerly-every man who wanted WORK found
empiovment and got good wages .'. ..'---
| Senator-(Angry) You don't meanH TO say
that these times have been brought on by The ad-
ministratIon.
Lab0rer-No / don't mean TO shy thnt--inr am
no Whg-but still, can't see why our democratic
administration should he going 10 Europe to learn
to COllpCl telt revenues uou IKE llilS rot
lowing the governments Of Kings aud Princes
l don't ihnk it wllI improve our Republican sys-
tern
Standardization was undoubtedly right in what
he said ubont the Sub Treasury--l tell you he is Il
great inancer, and knows all about it.
| Lab91er-I can very clearly why he is
anxious to lessen the price Of productive labor, for
then the cotton of the South will buy more Of the
manufactured articles Of the Norh-but that don t
exactly prove TO that ought to be in favor Of
! it.
Spator-But You are surely Cor the good Of the
! whole, are you not?
| ab0rer.--Ycs, and for that very reason am in
favor OF thatkind Of legislation that viii! eeclually
advance the interests Of the whole, and not break
down our growing establishments IN order to bring
! in the products OF other countries ! say frankly,
SIR / am not in favor of haviuc our lahorcrs receive
but ten cents day and fud themselves, Bu |
sec you are preparing for great discussion, in
which YOU will prove as clear Us Daylight, that
paper money is no, good as gold so good NOR.
| ming.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1840-03-17
From the Connecticut E0uT0nt.
DIALOGUE BETWEEN THE LABORER q
tx. SENATOR, (NlLESt CONTINUED.

y
Laborer- Since our last conversation Mr. senn-
tor have been afraid, really that we were go
ing 10 have rather too much Of a good thing
Senat0r-.HoW neighbour?
Lnb0Ter-Nhy, you have proved to me that II
was good thing to have the price OF labor red"c-
ed-that is YOU told me the leaders Of the party
said so, and that they are always right Now, INC
price of labor is much reduced that l
cannot get work enough even to earn my bread:
and it is Just so with great many other folks in
our town. Now isn't this too much OF good
thing?
Ssnator-Oh these changes always come little
hard a, frst-bu there's this about it, they don't
work we'll fo the Wings. Have you read Mr.
Calhoun's speech?-lIe proves very clearly how
the thing will work
houn who abused General jackson so much,
and who was called the Cataline OF the sen
ate.
Senator-Yes-I rather think he is the same.
did mt go TO the Sinn till after that time, and may
he mistaken about it-but rather guess lis the
man.
La5orer-How happens it that he now belongs
10 our party? Is he any better than he used 10
be +?
Senator-Nol suppose not--but still we could mt
we'll do without him and so took him as he is
But what do you think of his speefh' :, r,
LaL0rer--Can you tell mo whether THIS ar Ch,
houn is the same who studied lay at Llchheiu
with Judge Reeve? ta-t .f
Senator--I don't know much about that. FOR
myself, never bad much taste for the iaw-d'd MT
IKE TO studyit, and you know IL is not neccss"i9
for our folks don't think much of law. But TO an
Swer yonr question: think that have heard that
Calhoun did, in his younger days, study law at
Llntchfed.
LabOrer-Then he must be the same man about
"hom have he ard the story
ScRatOr-What story, neighbor?
Laborer-Why Judge Reeve SAID one day, 1t he
wanted to prove that pumpkins grew on apple trees
mat young Calhoun could do IT.
StaGtor-Yes-he always a smart fellow.
Laborer-Pretty much like my smart horse, tha'S
broke his harness, and my sleigh and wagon; ana
mat got so bad Il name that no one wont nave
MN. He won't go any way but his own way,
and if he thinks YOU want to have HIM, he won
90 that.
Senator-Bnt how do you like the speech?
~ Laborer-Why, he said, did lie not, that the Sub
treasury would enable those who own manuiac-
tories at the North 10 sell their goods so ciieep IN
me foreign marka as so'bring them IN competition
win those made abroad. .,... .. ......
Sendtor--Yes, and so it will. - ..
Latorer-But how can this be done unless LABOR
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1840-03-17

in Explosion. BeNlW's powdrr NH; situalol
seven miles from Baltimore, on the Baltimore
and SusQuehanna RuiIroad, blew up on
Friday, about hal past n,ne O'Clock, supposed
to have been caused by snail ven: from the
oven No one injured, it having occurred Willie
the hands were at breakfast.
1t was one of the most extensive cxplosinps
known in the neighhorhood for some years; ADD
it is estimated that there were 600 kegs OF pow.
der in the house. Al the paues OF glass in lie
managers house, about 100 yards distance, were
broken. The explosion occurred in the dryiug
house The managers had only Irh it eileen
minutes prev uus 10 The explosion. One Of die
hands-an old man sixty years aee--was as, in
tie act OF starling for the house when tGe cx.
ploscu took place.--N Y. Ercnng Post.