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Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1841-04-16

CT Some three or four weeks ago we called the
attention of our Trustees to the shameful condition
of our landing, and recommended the clearing OF the
same of all obstacles that now are or hereafter may
be in the way of convenient landing of steam boats
but it appears to have received no more attention
than if we had desired them to polish the sun. AS
last resort we appeal to the people, confident that
they do not feel the Indifference manifested by the
Trustees 1t is fact known to every citizen of this
place, and we might say, to every traveller on the
Upper Mississippi, that at certain stages Of the river
it is impossible for any but boats of the hghtest
drau ,ht to effect landing at wharf, in conse-
quence of water-soaked logs that now lay upon the
bottom near the shore, and that many boats during
the low stages of the river compelled to discharge
their freight at point half mile below the usual
landing between which point and the town the road
is almost impossible during the dryesI times. This
is too bad, especially when the remedy is within our
reach, and that too upon such easy terms. AS the
Trustees appear to have forgotten that it is their b-
sness to attend to such Matters propose that the
people take the subject under consideration, mas
much it interests us all Other works, OF greater
cost and less importance have received the attention
Of our citizens and by their generosity, are in fair
way for completion then let us press this matter
until the evil is remedied. In the vicinity of the
present landing, there an abundance of loose clay
hauled out of cellars and at short distance below
suffciency of stone to run wharf far into the
river as to enable the largest boats to discharge their
freights with ease With these conveniences an
excellent wharf can be made at trfing expense
when compared with its advantages.
This work is of public character, and should be
done at the expense of the corporation, but if cur
Trustees are to neglect our landing much better
to tax the generosity of the people with it than to
suffer it to remain longer in its present condition. II
this be thought as asking too much let us have an
expression of public opinion upon it before the next
election.
While on the subject would just hint that the
road to the lower landing is in want of immediate
repair, it being as before stated, almost lmpassa-
bic. The materials for making good road are on
the spot and it is an objectionable neglect in our
authorities that it was not put in good condition
long ago.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1841-04-16

q Lately visiting Dubuque, we found it materi-
ally changed from what il once 1t isprogress-
ing finely in buildings mining and dry goods bust
ness, but the retail grocors long face as if
famine had passed over the land, and their houses
wear the appearance of country church beside a
stage of their decay. A complete temperance refor
nation has been effected by the zeal of the Catholic
clergy, among its much abused Irish citizens, in
whose hands the glass has given place to implements
them alone-it has spread throughout the comnu-
nitv embracing every class and every denomination.
The places that witnessed but scenes Of drink
ing and revelry now know them more, but all is
peace and quetude. One word about the much
abused Catholic Irish Almost every one of them
have signed the pledge of total abstinence, and we
will venture the assertion that nineteen out of every
twenty of them will religiously adhere to its require
ments Can the scoffers at Catholicism and Irish
men say as much for the native born American men,
bers?
In politics she is sIumbering, not movement ma
king among our friends, and among our enc
miles, save secret caucuses, which held weekly,
at the midnight hour by the leaders of the party
So secretly do they meet and discuss their pans and
so sothful have the Democrats become, that but few
are aware of the movements of the wings, who have
not condescenled to tell their followers what use
they intend to make of them at the next election.
Why are our Democratic friends found sleeping
at their posts Have they forgotten that they, too,
have cause to sustain, which, if it does not require
secret meeting in dark corners needs the attention OF
its friends to keep it in prosperous condition =
Wake up to duty-thc enemy are in your midst,
sowing the seeds of discord. which may sprout up
to your annoyance, perhaps defeat This is no time
for Democrats to be ide-the wings are preparing
give us strong fight, then let us be up and doing
not relying too much upon our supposed strength.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1841-04-16
$2OS.4lS AS
ASSETS.

Real estate, Sl4,65
Bills discounted, S0,3l
Bills of exchange. and bills
discounted payable at
St. Louis, 1896
Due from other banks, 30
Due from St. Louis agency, 22,4e
CASH.
Notes of other Banks current, 6,0S
Cash items, 81
Certificate of dep. for specie in
ST. Louis, 7.5O
Notes of the Bank Of Missouri 3.66
Gold and Silver on hand, 40,O5
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
From III. KnickerbOcker for July.
THE CONTRAST.

DO you see that proud, overbearing man
riding in his gilded carriage! Lock! he
stops before magnificent mansion. and Ii,
veried lacquies, obedient to his call, assis,
him to descend.
DO you see that poor miserable boy, whose
tattered clothes scarcely shield him from the
inclemency of the weather! Mark! with n
beseeching look he solicits to purchase pen.
Gil or card of pens; and behold how con.
temptuously spuFned!
twenty-five years ago that pompous man
was as poor, MS friendless, and as wre,ched
the urchin which he displeases.
II.
Twenty five years have passed since that
day. The same parties meet: 10! the con-
trust.
The once poor boy stands in the pride of
manhood, active, intelligent, rich A lovely
woman, his wife, leans upon his arm, and
three blooming girls are by his side. Grace
IN every action, benevolence in every ex-
preston, and aft1uence smiles in his unos-
tentatious adornments.
An old man approaches. The tottering
steps, the thrcadbare garments, and the main.
full expression that frets in every feature, too
plainly denote n man of want and woe
Better dead, than 10 drag on a miserable ex-
tence.
This may at first blush appear to some an
improbable romance. 1t is truth.
In country like ours, there is no man,
however poor, if aided by industry, econo-
my and virtue, but may rise from the lowest
ranks Of society 10 the highest. The knowl-
edge of this fact is a blessed Indictment to
the young, and cheers them on to struggle
nobly in the path that leads to honor and in.
dependence, despite the thousand obstacles
that oppose their course.
There is no man, however affluent, but bv
extravaganza and bad morals may fall from
his high estate, aud close his days in penury
and wo.
Let none despise the poor because of their
poverty; let none flatter the rich because of
their wealth. We may conquer poverty
wealth may subdue us. All men of equal
virtue arc equals. If one man possesses
more intelligence than his fellows, though
shat of itself may not elevate him in the
ranks ofthe good, yet it brings him added re-
spect, and wins willing admiration from all
men. "THE GOOD ALONE ARE GREAT"
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
Mofat's Vegetable Life Pills and
phDn;r R;ffpre

FKNHE high celebrity which these excellent Medi-
cines have acquired, in curing almost every dis
ease to which the human frame is liable, is matter
familiar with almost every intelligent person. They
became known by their frus-their good works ha We
testified for them-lhey did not thrive by the faith OF
the credulous.
In cases Of Cosiveness, Dyspepsia Bilious and Liv.
er affections, Asthma, Piles, Settled Palms. Rheuma-
tism Fevers and Agues, obstinate Hea ches, impure
state of the Fluids, unhealthy appearance ofihe Skin
Nervous Debility, the Sickness incident to Females
in Delicate Health every kind Of weakness Of the d.
gestive Organs. and in all general arrangements ol
Health, these Medicines have invariably proved q
certain and speedy remedy. They restore vigorous
health to the most exhausted constitutions single
trial will place the Life Pills and Phoenix Bitters be-
yond the reach oil composition, in the estimation Of
every patient. .
Prepared and sold. wholesale and retail at Wm. b
MoEdts Medical Office, 375 Broadway. New York.
n B. None are genuine unless they have the tao
smile Of John Moffat's signature.
8r The Life Pills are sold in boxes-Pnce, % cts
so cents and 81 each, according to the size and thu
Phoenix Bers in bottles, at 81 or ~ each with ful
directions.
For GratHifous Distri6ution-An interesting litt'
pamphlet, entitled Moffat's Medical Manual. de
signed as Domestic Guide to HealIh-containnI
accurate information concerning the moot pFeva len
Diseases and the most approved remed'es-6y WIZ
B MoFFAT." Apply to the Agents.
For sale by Charles J. KiIbOurn, Ltch6eld, Con.
December 10 Iy2S
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
MOTHER, THY NAME is HoLIER FAR.

Mother! thy name Is holier far
Than aught-that tongue Of man-can tell;
Thou vert, to me, guiding star,
To know thee was to love thee we'll;
To lOve-to woFship-for zen now
Fond memory blends me with the past.
Ere grief had marked thy smiling brow;
That love was first-'i~ill be the last
Mother-dear mother !-on thy breast
bow my head-with anguish deep:
Then Ioy-.pure joy-that lnlIs to rest,
~, Zones Ger me like my chiIdhoods sleep -
When nesting TO thy bosom pure,
thought nOt-felt not-pang of pain:
But hushed lay in thy arms secure;
More than e'er can be again.
Mother--kind mother all of though,
That life can give-affection prove
Is thine-and only thine-for nought
Can be beloved-as you love:
And could l choose my dying place,
When God shall cali me to nv rest.
Id smile-life's last look-n thv face.
And breathe-ife's last breath-on ,hv breast.
Albany Gazette.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
Burgess e. BaLl,Om's Patent
Premium Glover Machine,

TENIlIS Machine, which has been in use
Il three or four years, and which drew the
first premium at the Fair Of the American In
s,itute in October last, has superseded all
other machines for cleaning Glover Seed,
where j. is known, and the increased demand
for them shows the high reputation they have
for durability and despatch of business. The
subscriber is constantly building them, and
almost all other Machinery, at his Machine
shop; and he hopes by strict attention TO Or
ders to receive good share of patronage
from the public.
uTRotary Single Mills built in the best
order. ii. BALDWIN.
Washington, April 90. eOt5m*47
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
LStcII6cId Enquirer:
PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY MORNING,
BY HENRY ADAMS.

II AVlNG fitted up a new and more con.
- venient shop, would inform his friends
ana the public generally that he still contin.
oes the business Of Clock e. Watch repairing;
and that from his experience and skill, and
by constant attention to this important branch
OF business, hopes to give general satisfac.
ton, and receive share of public patronage.
ALSO, ON HAND,
good assortment of WATCHES AND JFwr1
IERs' GooDs, consisting of lever, lepine, and
common scapement Watches, ear rings, fin
ger rings breast pins, silver spoons, specta.
Giles, thimbleS. pencil cases, butter knives
sugar bows, plated spoons, near-sighted spec.
tacles, steel pens, pen knives, scissors, twee.
zers, tuning forks, Music Boxes, Clarionets.
Flutes, Flies, Violin strings, clarionet reeds
clarlonet and fife Preceptors, Shell Combs.
Watch oil, &c. ALSO,
DIR. VIM. Evans camomile, tonic. and fl.
mily Aperient Pills, with directions, recon-.
mended highly for dyspepsia, nervous, and
all stomach complaints.
DR.. Evans Soothing Syrup, for teething,
with directions-a real blessing to mothers.
Also, DR.. Hunts celebrated Pills, for Con.
sumption & Liver complaint, with directions.
Also, DR.. Goodies Female Domestic Pills.
with ample directions. The above medicines
prepared by DR.. VIM. Evans, 100 Chatham
street, New York-Sold here bv
R. MERRIMAN, Agent,
Litchfeld, Dec 9. 81
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
NO END TO FARMING.

tie that believes agriculture is perfect,
and that we have nothing to do but pursue
in the old and beaten track, as blind ami.
mails move round tread mill, deserves our
compassion. Nature proclaims that neither
agriculture, nor any other branch If nat
ural science, can ever become perfect
The mind of man is capable Of indefinite
so. ara j. the ,nrnsL' stinnru.s
plants in the condition in which they were
first found in their native woods. Tho
various kinds of corn. potatoes, cabbages,
fruits, &C., were all, before they were
touched by the finger Of culture, as unlike
what they now are, as different species are
unlike. They are all susceptible of con-
tinual improvement, all ever running into
new varieties. 1t is not long ago, that the
potato was a useless, unhealthy vegetable
in the woods Of South America, where i,
was first found, but il has been so changed
by the hand Of care aHd industry, as to be-
come large and healthy, and now supplies
food for more human beings throughout the
earth, than any plant, save corn and rice,
and is no doubt destined to as much future
improvement as it has received in tho past.
Compare the maize or Indian Corn, as frs,
| seen in tho feeble stalk and slender roast
ing car around the wigwam, with its hun.
dred varieties in its present maturity, yield
ing in value its countless thousands to na-
tional wealth. And we are just now begin
ming to see the improvement Of which this
valuable plant is still susceptible.
The succession Of the seasons-the calm
the storm-ihe course Of the winds-lhe
revolution Of the heavenly bodies-the ma
tire Of the earth-the food Of plants
influence of water, light, heat and air on
the growth Of vegeta,ion-,he proper COM
position Of the various soils ~ furnish the
greatest amount Of production, will ever be
subjects too broad for tho full grasp Of the
most profound philosophers, and in the IN.
taihomabls proiundities Of which new dis
coveries will DO made as long as this frame
of nature shall endure.-MO. Farmer.
ORIGIN OF GENIUs.-Columbus was the
son Of weaver, and a weaver himself.
Rabelais, son Of an apOlhecary.
Claude Lorraine, was bred pastry cook
! Moliere, was son of tapestry
Cervantes, served as common soldier.
Homer, was beggar.
+ IIesiOd, was the son of small farmer.
Demos,henes, was the son of cutler.
Terence, was a slave.
Richardson, was printer.
Oliver Cromwell, was the son Of brew
err.
Howard, was an apprentice to grocer
Ben. Franklin, journeymsn printer.
Hogarlh, was an app: entice to an engra
YER on pewter pots.
Lucian, Of a statuary.
Virgil. Of a porter.
Horace, Of a shop-keeper.
Shakespeare, tho sou of weed s,apler
Milton, of money scrivner.
Cowley, of a halter.
Pope, the son Of d merchant.
Gay, was an apprentice TO silk mercer
Dr.. Samuel Johnson, was son Of book
seller at Liich6eld.
Akenside, was son Of u butcher at New
castle.
a Collins, Of a halter.
q Samuel Butler, Of farmer.
o Ben Johnson, worked as bricklayer.
c Robert Burns, was ploughman in AyI
shine.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
Etna Insurance Company,
OF HARTFORD.

INSURE Dwelling Houses, Stores, Furni-
H. ture, stocks Of Merchandise, Mills, Manu-
factories, Manufacturers stock. Barns, Far.
mers' stock in buildings or stacks, and every
other species of insurable personal property,
Against Loss or Damage bv Fire.
ISAAC LAWRENCE, Agent.
Li!chfeld, 1910. q
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
Oil Cloth & Paper Aangings,
May 13. FOR SALE BY A. p. P. CAMP.
GOODS at Cost, or less.

TNHE full assortment of Dry GooDs, Gro
l. CERES, &c. assigned by s. GALPIN for
the benefit Of his creditors, are now offered
cost for the purpose Of closing up the n: concern
ment many valuable and desirable articles,
those who wish to avail themselves of an op-
portunity Of purchasing Goods. Crockery and
Groceries at great bargains, will do well to
call and examine for themselves, at the late
stand Of Mr.. Galpin, in East street.
By ORDER OF THE TRUSTEES.
kitchfeld, June "a, l94l.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
Il. III. NXOReSE'S
Stove aStahlishmen+-

Is in the basement Of Lords building, one
u door west of the Mansion House.
Choking Stores, whh Pipe s. Furniture,
Ch"reh, Earlor, Office, and Boz Stoccs,
FIRE Frames, &c. &c.
share Of patronage Is suiIcitcd.
LilchGeld, Oct 8. 10
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1841-05-06
ATTENTION.
IMPORTANT TO MILLERS.

FTyHE Subscriber intends turning his atten.
j. tion to bis former business of building
Flour and saw-Mills, or the. con.
struction4of any other Machinery propelled
either by water, steam, OK orr horse power.
AS the subscriber has had ten years expert
ence in the above named business at Pitts.
burg and other parts Of Pennsylvania, he will
be enabled to warrant all the work he may
be called on TO perform. He contemplates
visiting Pittsburg every Spring persons wish
ing to obtain from that place any thing in his
line of business, such as Burr Mill Stones,
Betting Cloths, Smut Machines, Steam En-
gines, Mills, Irons or Castings of any descrip
ton can employ his agency in procuring them
The subscriber takes this opportunity OF say
ing that he considers the Mill Gearing ano
Irons manufactured in Pittsburg asyfar supe
rior to any that he has seen in the west, ane
much cheaper. He will leave in March ,ane
return in April or May. Any persons wish
ing to employ the subscriber as workman
or to bring on any of the above materials, vii
please call at his house at West Point, Lee
county, Iowa. --.. JAMES BARNS,
Feb lS.3S-.ly ~,
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1841-05-06
PROCLAMATION
BY the Governor of Iowa Territory

BY the Governor of Iowa Territory.
GALE OF LOTS IN IOWA CITY In
~ compliance with the provision of the 10th
Section Of the Act entitled IAN act provld-
ing FOR the appointment of a Superintendent
Eof Public Buildings at Iowa City, and the APP
pointment OF a Territorial Agent, and for otI-
er purposes, approved January the 18th, lS4l,
!, ROBERT LUCAS, Governor of the Terri
tory Of Iowa, do hereby declare and make
known, that public sale will be held at
Iowa City, in the County of Johnson, in this
Territory, to commence ON MONDAY,
THE TENTH DAY OF MAY, a. d. lS4l,
for the sale of the unsod Lots in said city, upon
the following terms viz: One third paid down
in cash, and the balance in two semi-annual in
stalments; Provided, that no Lot shall be sold
for a less sum than the minimum price fixed
thereon by the Agent and appraisers appointed
under the provisions eff the 9th Section Of said
act. 81. .st -..-~5.. ~ .iv
The sale will be held under the direction OF
the Territorial Agent, and will be continued
from day to day at his discretion, until all the
unsold Lots in said City shall have been offered
flor sale. --. ~a.5
! / L. S. In Testimony Whereof, 1 have
hereunto set my name, and caused the Great
Seal of the Territory to be hereto affixed.
| Doneat the City of Burlington, in the Terri
tory of Iowa, the 18th day of March, A. D. 1S41
OF the independence Of the United States the
sixty fifth, and Of the orga nization of the Ter
ritory the third. ROBERT LUCAS.
By the Governor,
I JAMES CLARKE, Secretary of Territory.
All the Territorial papers will please pub
fish until day of sale, and forward act. to or
flee Of Territorial Agent, at Iowa City. a.
! March Is. 1910. ~
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1841-05-06
@B@RG5B Bill 1}ESIsl A{sllI .
Merchant Tailor.

TyHE subscriber would respectfully return
his thanks to his old customers for their
liberal patronage heretofore, and begs leave
to inform them and the public generally,' that a
he has, just returned from the city OF st
Louis, with new stock Of fine cloths, vest
ings. &c, which he will make up, to order
in the most fashionable style and onHthe
shortest notice-Gentlemen wishing to get
fine coats, pants, Sc, made, will please give
him call. ,as. ,..
Ready Mude Clothing.
The above has also on hand small lot o.
new and fashionable Ready-Made summer
clothing-such as coats, pantaloons, vests
shirts, stocks, suspenders, handkerchiefs, &c
which he will sell very cheap for cash. ''is -
UF Wards Philadelphia Spring Fashions
Just received by the above. Is. tE.l.LL ssIit
GEORGE BLICKHAHN,
u s5 ..' Opposite Chase = Kimball's store
+ Burlington, april 8 i.'''s ts~~'''5A 45
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1841-05-06
MANSION HOUSE HOTEL,

FORMERLY THE WISCONSIN, HOTEL
Corner of Columbia and Main streets.
TINE subscribers having leased the above
IL named establishment for q term Of year,
and the buildings having undergone thorough
repair. are now enabled to accommodate the
travelling community in style that will not
fail to please those who may favor them with a
call.
The BAR and CELLARS have received the
proprietors' special attention. These have
been provided with the best Liquors and choic-
est Wines Of every description.
The LARDER will at all times be abun.
dainty supplied with all the delicaces which
the season and market can afford, and no .exer.
tions will be omitted which can contribute to
please the palate,f the most fastidious.
The STABLES are commodious and Sc.
cure. and will always be attended by trusty
iost.ers.
IL Members of the Legislature, and other.
visiting the seat ofgoyernment, will be accom-
rnodated with boarding at reasonable rates. ~
d. g. L. B. HAMMERS. .
Burlington, 1. T. April LIST. ls40. 6m-44
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1841-05-06
VALUABLE PROPERTY TO RENT
IFNHE Subscriber has for Rent, a FRAME

VALUAD Dill L ROfER IL REN'I
IHNHE Subscriber has for Rent, a FRAME
Il sTORE-HOUsE,, 10 b., 80 feet, with
a counting room attached, al finished in
handsome style there is also, good frame
Ware House l8 by 20.-Also, good frame
dwelling house, l6 by is feet, Il stories high,
with a good dry cellar, said house we'll latHcd
and plastered, good brick chimney, with land
sufficient for q garden.--Also,, frame tene
ment ID by l6, we'll calculated for u, tailor,
or shop for mechanic OF any description,
there is no tailor or shoemaker in the to.n.
The above property is situated in the; town
| of New London, Is miles from Burlington,
and nine miles from Mount Pleasant. New
Landon is surrounded by country that is
| not surpassed by fertility Of Soil, or Health
by any portion Of the Territory. The ,coun.
try is densely settled by enterprising and in.
dustrious citizens. BIG q
For person wishing to enter into the
| Mercantile business, there are few il any
places that hold out the same induccment
that the present location offers, The society
lis good, the opportunity. for Schools, sstect.
ings, &c. are as good as any portionof the
Territory. ~. 81 go, .t..ys III Hes sF.6I,.
| Persons wishing to rent will do well to ap.
| ply soon. MOSES DRAY.
New London, Henry county .aie
Feb 25-tf 80 Z
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1841-05-06
DRUG STORE REMOVED.
: DR.. j. M. Robertson.

TRATEFUL Tor past ia, crs and liberal
VI patronage, now informs his friends and
a generous public, that he will be happy to
wait upon them at his New Stand on Front
Street, two doors South Of Mr. Ewng's corner,
directly opposite the South Wharf aud princi.
pal Steam Boat Ian ling. In addition to a
large and very carefully selected assortment
Of Drugs, Medicines, Paints, Dye Stuts, VIM
dow Glass, &c; is also offered full supply
of the Eclectic Series of School Books, Sta
tionery, &c. &c. AL Cheap for Cash.
~. 10 .t...,, Please call and see! zsea
. u Medicines can be had or the sick waited
upon any hour Of. the night z...as.a~e's gzt
Burlington Nov. 10, 1910. s&H s,4s