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Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
OREGON.
The following is an extract from letter writ
ten in this Territory, dated

The following is an extract from letter writ
ten in this Territory, dated
W1LLAMET, Feb. 10, l84l.
/ will now tell you something Of the peo-
pie of this country. There are abo~t seventy
five 10 eighty French Canadians settled in this
country, principally discharged from the SER
vice of the Hudson Bay Company; there are
also about fifty Americans settled IN and about
this country; making, perhaps, one hundred
and TWENTY-FIVE to one hundred and thirty 7sale
inhabitants, who are married to Indian women.
Thew raise from their farms, on an average,
from three to five hundred, and some from ten
to twelve hundred, bushels Of wheat, besides
great quantities of pease, potatoes, oats, bar
lev, corn, &c. The Hudson Bay Company
have in their employ at Fort Vancouver about
one hundred and twenty five persons, and ma
ny in several other forts on both sides of the
Rocky Mountains. These people. as said
before, are married TO Indian women, and live
very much the same, in all respects, as our
farmers at home, with the exception Of not be-
inc Obliged to labor half as much; they gen.
orally have fifty to ore hundred head of hor-
ses, half as many cows. and about the same
number of hogs these all take care Of them
selves. The people here cut no hay and make
NO pastures they do not give their hogs any
feed excepting for about about month before
they Kill! them. There is one church here,
and the people have contracted for brick
church and other buildings necessary, such as
a schoolhouse for the French and one for the
Americans. The French have one priest here,
and one at Fort Vancouver. The Americans
generally attend at the mission, and, as far
as can see, the people here are as well be-
haved and moral as in our town. We have
now committee at work dranghiing consti-
tuition and code Of laws have in nomination
governor, an attorney general, three justices
of the peace, &C.. overseers Of the poor, road
commissioners, &c. We have already chosen
supreme judge with propate powers clerk
of the court and recorder, a high sheriff, and
three constables; SO that you see we are in
fair way of starting rival republic on this
side of the Mountains, especially as we are
constantly receiving recrnits-those people
whose time has expired with the Hudson Bay
Company and from the Mountain hunters COM
ing down to settle.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
SHOES! sHOEs!! sHOEs!!!

TIME subscribers would gratefully acknowledge
i the liberal share of patronage which they
have received from their friends and the public
generally They would state that they have re-
ceived large assortment of Boots and Shoes, OF
al. kinds carefully selected from the best manufactu-
rcrs, which they offer for sale at reasonable prices.
The subscribers would respectfully request purcha-
sers to call and examine their stock for themselves,
at the Boot and Shoe Store, corner of Main and
Chestnut street, opposite the Iowa House.
Oct. l. 1871 -49-tf j. BENNETT 81 co.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

Three boys happening one summer day to be
caught out in violent thunderstorm. sought
refuge under tree, whore they had been but a
short time, when tree but short distance
from the one which they were under, was
struck by lightning, and shivered to atoms.
One Of the boys, with seriousness and anxiety
plainly discernable in his counlenance, says TO
but III hokY something must be done"
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
A PROCLAMATION.

VNHEREAs, I CAPT. JIM, long dsnsn.
w Of food to the hungry and couch 10 y.
weary, well as 1hornA to the dry, having t,l.s
possession Of that large and commodious house
Second street, Bloomington Iowa, formerly the res;
dence Of His Hon ]. Williams Go hereby 1ac,aa'
and make known to the world that am now nreu"
red at the sign Of Capt. Jim to accommodate ,bass
who may call upon me, in satisfactory u,rn.s
otherwise they go scot free. That this s,a,enss,,
may the more fully prove true, hereby declare ans
make known that thefoIlowing are my charges or ~
of which the best the market can afford are fnsh.a
Single meal q
Board per day, with lodging Is
ahsee GAYS, per Gay, 62i.2
rcr week - So 90
une morse Ieed 1919
Horse per night q
week 81 G2l.2
All other bills in proportion. I, the said Cam
Jim do hereby further declare, TO those indebted ~
me for eating. sleeping drinking, or upon con,ras,
Of any kind whatsoever, that unless they come fo,
ward Immediately and make settlement, Michael
Scott was never in Scotland if don't send cons,s
bic after them to bring them to "ta,v so look on,
for Conklin or Ward.
Thankful for past favors, he hopes to receive
share of public patronage corresponding with his q,
forts to ministerto the tastes and render comfortable
those who may favor him with their patronage.
CAPT. jim FARMER
Bloomington, Dec. 3. IS1I-6-tf
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
P@lszr1RTo
Re.~sSon IN HeaCsn.

BY WILLTAM LEGGETT.
II Won bright stars which gem the night,
Be each blissful dwelling sphere, s
Where kindred spirits re-unite.
Whom death has torn asunder here;
How sweet it were at once to die,
And leave this blightcd orb afar,
Mixed soul and soul to cleave the sky,
And soar away from star to star.
But o, how dark, how drear and lone,
Would seem the brightest world Of bliss,
If wandering through each radiant one,
We failed to find the loved of this.
Ifthere no more the ties shall twine,
That deaths cold hand alone could sever,
All! then these stars in mockery shine,
More hateful as they shine forever.
It cannot be-each hope-each fear,
That lights the eye or clouds the brow,
Proclaims there is happier sphere,
Than this black world that holds US now;
There is voice which sorrow hears,
When heaviest weighs life's CALLING chain,
IT'S Heaven that whispers-Dry thy tears,
The pure in heart shall meet again.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

JOHN NEwroN.-ssI see in this world" said
John Newton, 1.-TWO heaps of human happiness
and misery; now if can take but the smallest
bit from one heap. and add to the other, car
ry point. If as go home, a child has drop.
ped halfpenny, and if BY giving it another
can wipe away its tears, / feel that Ihave done
something. l should be glad indeed to do
greater things. butt will not neglect this.'
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
mA1sTN1R7 E1Ea11 A lsSISJGo

on s5lI al lN.lsIAask9A42A1I MO
TOSEPH P. FREEMAN would respectfully in'
j form the citizens of Muscasine and adjacent
counties, that he has commenced the apove pusless
on Second street, near the American Hotel, where
he intends manufacturing, and keeping constantly
WARE. and CHAIRS-such as Mahogony,
Walnut, and Cherry Bureaus; Sideboards SAFES
Secretaries, Bookcases, Wardrobcs, breakfast LIT
ming, Centre. Card and Work-lables' v ASH aliu
Candle Stands. High. Fancy, French and Low-post
Bedsteads: Also, all kinds Of TURNING done with
neatness and despatch.
Having had seven years experience as Journey
man, in several of the best manufactures m the Uni
ted States, he feels confident that he can give ener
al satisfaction. Persons wanting Nahoeony iufni-
ure would do welto give him call before they pur-
chase abroad, as demand for good work is all that
is wanting to ensure its being manufactured IN this
place. N. B. Collins made to order on the shortest
notice. 36-6m Bloomington, July 2, ls4i
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

Eels have been skinned ever since Noah
came out Of the Ark; and printers have been
cheated ont of their first dues, ever since the
Orientals printed with blocks of wood vet
neither do the cells get used 10 being skinned
nor the printers to being 1eeced. This ar
CUES great obs.inacy on The part Of cells and
printers.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
LIVERY STABLE.

E,I,T1H THE subscriber keeps con-
slsss=sss $3.50 stantIy on hand for hire, in
tgs;szG the town of Bloomington,
~-=s-<=zasls Muscatine county, Saddle
Horses, Horses and Carriages, and all the apparatus
OF Livery Stable, with which he will accommodate
the public at all times.
lie will also hold himself in readiness to trans
poit Passengers in any direction, without regard to
mail routes or stage hours. WIN. ST. JOHN.
April 9.-24-tf
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

TINE SUBSCRIBERS having been appointed
Il agents for the sale of DR.. Champions Univer-
sally Approved Remedy for the Ague and Fever
would recommend their friends to try them. and re-
mind them that an ounce of prevention is better than
pound of cure.
G. w. HUMPHREYS g. co.
August 6, 4i.-4m-4l-ed
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
LINES TO THE CLOSING YEAR.

BIZ MRS. HEMASs.
Farewell, farewell, thou passing year,
But yet few hours more,
And Time will shroud thee with bis veil,
And thy brief reign be Ger!
Thus quickly passes life away,
And years as they roll by,
Seem with mournful warning voice,
To tell US ,ve must die.
Full many bright and joyous form
Full many beauteous brow
That snipd and welcom'd thine approach,
Is in the cold grave now!
Little they dream'd in summers prime,
Their hours were fleeing fast;
Or that, upon this worlds sunshine,
They soon must look their last!
Alas! alas for those who mourn
Their dearest treasures gone,
And miss the sight of gladd'ning eyes
The. lov'd to look upon!
A mingled thing thou art, o year!
To some with trouble rife,
To others bringing happiness
Too bright to last in life.
All blissful is the coming year
TO those in early youth;
Ere this worlds treachery and deceit
Have darkened their fair truth,
To such, life seems smiling plain,
All gaily deck'd with f1ow'rs;
Alas! furious blast ere long
Will shake their rosea.e bow'rs.
Yet smile on no,c, ye happy forms,
For, bright as life appears,
Soon, far too soon, your hearts will feel
This is a vale of tears.
And yet thy course, O passing year!
Has brought few ills to me;
No broken ties-no wounded hopes
Mar my tranquility.
What then-tho' piercing thorns full OF
In life's pathway be met,
Shall rcpine while those love
Are spared to bless me yet!
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

TUST received lot of Carpenters Tools, consist
= ing of Planes, Chisels, Hand Axes, Augurs, &c
July 3D. j. S. LAKIN.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

RnvEsor,-By taking revenge, a man is
yer. he is superior.-Lord Bacon, :
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

lust received and for sale. a general assortment
u Spades Shovels, Hoes, Mattocks and Scythes.
July %. J. >. iAhlN.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
S212 90

VIZ W
When in ordinary seasons it will pro-
duce good half crop, say S bills.
per acre, and would be worth 81
per Dbl. Pumpking, &C., that can
be raised will pay the gathering Of
the corn which would be $3.50 90
Covering the whole expenses within % 90
l think the calculation will prove good if
not, speak out. 1t will with me.
am, sir, your obedient servant,
S. WOOD.
To JOHN S. WRIeHr, Esq.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

A clock is the most modest article we know
Oft always covers its face with its hands.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

GHAWK'S PATENT LOCKS, a very SUPERB
- or article, just received and for sale by
July q. }. :. LAhlN.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

FUyHOSE in search of FUR CAPS will do well
a to call at ]. Bennett & Co.'S, where they may
find splendid assortment Of Fur Caps OF al! sizes.
Price from rs cents to $40.
October Is. j. KENNETH N W.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
DRURY & DAVIS

KEEPS constantly on hand supcrfne flour by
IA the bbl or small to suit purchasers, green ap-
pies by the bbl. or bushel. Dec. H. lS4l.-s-tf
"A GENERAL Assortment of Pittsburgh Cotton
n Yarn and Batting for sale, by
: Dec. ga. A. DIJNSMORE
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
GROCERIES, LEQUOEf.s, sc.

Just reed, lot of Monongahela Whiskey, N.
y Y.,Cognac and Champaign Brandy. cask old
Port, do. Madeira. and DO. Malaga Wine, 2 bbls
Holland Gin, IL do. old Rectified Whskey, Pullen
brand; 2 casks Molasses, bbls Cider, Is do Green
Apples, together with general assortment of Gro
ceries such Sugar, Coffee, Teas of all kinds, Pep
per, Spice, Race Ginger. Raisins, Saleratus. Also,
general assortment of Boots and Shoes, (custom
work. Corn Meal Flour by the barrel or small, to
suit purchasers; all cheap for cash or produce.
DRURY 4 DAVIS.
Bloomington, Dec 8, ls4l. s
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

REEF hides, Beeswax, Deer Skins, and Wheat
taken in exchange for Groceries, by
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
FOR SAIL
NOTICE,

NOTICE.
TNHE notes given to G. r. & j. Overnaan as'
Il spring, on account of Fruit Trees, have been
left with the subscriber for collection, those who can
make it convenient to send the money in 10 meet then
notes, as they are now due, will confer great iavH
by SO doing. DAVID CLARK
September 3, 1S4l-45
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

! B AGS will be taken in payment for subscnp
- ton to the Herald 2 IL cents per pound will
be given for clean white cotton or linen rags.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

j.. 6. LAkIE
" EEPS constantly on hand, at his store, gene
IA raj assortment Of Groceries. Provisions, Drugs
Medicines. Paints, Oil, Dye Siuffs, Perfumery, &c.
which will be sold low for Cash or Produce; consist
ing Of
Bacon; Ague Medicines;
Flour: Southern Tonic;
Meal; Rowan's do
Brandy; Champions Aguc Pills;
Gin; Horning Ague Syrup;
Wine: Barnard's Comp. Ext. Cinchona;
Whiskey: Oman's vegetable pills; Lee spills;
Salt; Thompson's Eye Water;
Sugar; Johnson's Polishing fo"dcr;
Coffee; Pile Ointment;
Candies. Mastic and Copal Varnish.
July %, lS4l-39-tf
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
rErEB JACKSON.
ADAM oDILvIE.

AZ. Osilvie & Co.
FORWARDING Il COM MISSION
1ggRsM ogxeANTSa
nEALERS in Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods
FL Groceries, Boots and Shoes, Nails, Iron, Steel,
Castings, &c. &c. Also, on consignment, choice
assortment Of Imported Liquors, all Of which will be
sold very low for Cash.
Bloomington, July 80, le4l-4O-i
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
FOSTER s. RICHMAN's

FOSTER s. RICHMAN's
WHOLE SALE ESTABLISH ME II
.vesc supply Of Groceries,
WE have just received an extensive stock Q
wv Groceries for winter supply. Having eniar-
ged our stock, and having many goods on commls.
sion, we are now enabled to offer better assortment
that we have before had.
Landlords, Grocers, and all others VIII want good
bargains will dowell to call and where they can
be accommodated wholesale or retail. at the upper
Store on Front Street.
bloomington, Nov. S, l84l-tf
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18
A. DUNSMORE

A. NSMORE
HNAS just received, at his establishment on front
IL III ST., a general assortment Of DRY GOODS,
&c. &c which he will sell low for cash or approved
produce.
Bloomington. July Is, 1871. 40
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

100 CALLS. LINsEED OIL, just reed
Il w and for sale by
Sep. "a. J. BENNETT 4 co.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1842-02-18

NATAGON FOR SALE, a new aud we'll fin
w ished wagon, received per steamboat from
Ohio,at mayl4 CLARK'S Commission House.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1842-04-26
POPULAR REaDE.YG s.
u From The Ladies Companion. .
Biddy Woodruff;
OR, THE PRETTY HAY-MAKER.
NJ TALE,
[Contiaue9.
BY PROFESSOR, J, II. INGRAHAE.

BY PROFESSOR, J. H. INGRAHAH.
.. [Contiaued] ....I ..
Bddy now sethersef ndustriously to ply her task
She was naturally studious, and labor was rather
pleasure than toll to her. As the sun set she COM
peted her "stHt,N and afterwards she received
the anticipated visit Of her omiabie mother. Mrs
woodruff looked sharply at her ''bats" and then cast
her eyes round the room and looked under the bed
to see if none of the wool had been concealed TO
lessen the task.
swell, girl, you have got through see. It's we'll
for you you'have. Tomorrow I'll give you some
thing eseyou'n not get through quite so easy
Here, 'Phrosia, bring your sister up her supper"
Biddy heard light malicious laugh from below,
and the gentle Euphrosia appeared with tin dip
per filled with water, in one hand, and plate of the
crust bread in the other. She could hardly con-
eeal her exullaon beneath look of assumed com
passion. Placing them on a chair she gave the
prisoner glance Of malicious pleasure, made her a
contemptuous curtcsy, and left the ROOM Biddy
would have cried with voxatlon il she had not deter
mined on flight FROM her tornep,ors; as it was, she
seemed quite like one conscious of having the vcto-
ry.
"There isyour supper, trollnp!" said her mother
In her usual cross tone; 'bread and WATER Just as
promised you It's all you'll yet Till your weeks
out. Now, you go 10 bed and don't lie. me hear any
more singing"
"No, ma'p,r said Biddy, CALMLY and quietly.
You are ignite cured, / see, With your being shui
up. Oh, yes, Ill bring down your high look and
proud spirit. Lovers City beaux! guess You'll
care bout 'em after weeks living on bread anG
water! Now'to bed, for III have you get out Of 1
bright and early"
With this the old woman leR her apd went dOwS
stairs, from whence Biddy heard the hateful laugh
ter of the tender Miss Euphrosia as she asked he
mother how she relished the bread and water
" Yes, they may laugh tonight and will laugI
tomorrow" said Biddy. "This hateful bread
They have given nue. what no body could eat If
should stay here they would positively starye me
No one can blame me for running away from such
home-Gor leaving such an unnatural mother and sis
ter"
Biddy drank little of the water but left the stall
crust untouched then placing her bundle on chai
and her neat Sunday bonnet npon it, and laying he
The daily Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1841-1845, 1842-08-31
ffom the Harrisburg Keystone
A WICKED SENTIMENT.

The Miners Journal, organ of the party which
sometimes aspires To "aH The deeeaey,p and at other
times 10 "aIi the religion, utters the following afro
cious sentiment; 1.-THE DEATH OF JOHN TYLER
WOULD FURNISH THE OCCASION FOR A
GENERAL REJOICING THROUGHOUT THE
WHOLE COUNTRY"
Ii the editor OF the Journal is half as are, he
wieksd, he will repair, posthaste, To Washing
ton and enact the part OF a Brutus. man who is
in possession Of the secret that will occasion gen
eral rejoicing throughout the whole country, would
as a matter of course be entitled TO the praise OF a
public benelactor if he were TO apply il. We doubt
mrch, however, whether the author OF SO vile SEN
timent would have the physical courage to commit
any evil beyond that Of robbing hen-reost OF hring
a cow-pen. If those, who, disregarding the canons
of the Almighty, thirst for the blood OF the Chief Ma
gstrate of their country lack the nerve to carry their
dreadful intentions into effect, they may hire another
Richard Lawrence To aim bullet AT his heart-the
who, nstigatei by similar inhammatory appeals,
made the memorable attempt upon the life OF The pa
trot Jackson. But, we ask what are we coming To
b cause President of the United States Will not
VIOLATE HIS OATH, and disregard the solemn
dictates OF his conscience, impous calculations are
made upon the tenor of his life, and the issues oil
death anticipated subject Of general rejoicing
Whose breast is not filled with disgust at the VILE
ness of Whiggeryi
The daily Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1841-1845, 1842-08-31
From the Lexington Ky Gazette.
VETO MESSAGE.

The fourth veto by President Tyler will be found
our first page 1t is the ablest state paper which
has emanaed from his pen since his elevation to the
Chief Magstracy, and must make deep impression
upon the public mind. The utter absurdty of giving
away any portion Of the public revenue, at period
when the credit of the Government is low that 1t
cannot borrow dollar except at ruinous sacrifice,
and when the falls far short of satisfying the
impereus wants of the Treasury is set forth in clear
and nervous language
The factious feeling which prompted the Clay ma
jority in Congress to endeavor to thrust odlous
measure down the throat OF the President is ably eI-
posed and met in that spirit of independence which
should characterize an American President
full expose of the bankrupt state of the Treasu-
ny is made and the fact clearly established that
with the land fund deficit is extremely probable for
several years TO come.
Blu, the President has performed his duty, and if
Congress choose to adjourn without providing means
to carry the Government, the people will speedily
take measures to supply their places with men who
will regard their duty TO their country higher OBJ
legation than the ties of party the dictates of q
The daily Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1841-1845, 1842-08-31
WASHINGTON, Goth August, lS4s

TO the Editor of the lNniisonidn:
fperceive from your report of the proceedings Of
the Senate Saturday, that the remarks which pass
ed between Mr.. Williams, of Maine, and myself are
entirely misrepresented. Mr.. Williams commenced
his remarks, by saying that he would not have adj
dressed the Senate, but for portion Of my remarks
in relation to the people of New England. inquir-
ed of him ,chat part" Of my remarks he considered as
detracting from the character of the people of New
England And, instead of being so reported, am
made, in the Madisonan, to inquire ichat part of
the people of New England entitled to the eulo-
gums he justly bestowed upon them said distinct
ly that not only admired but loved the people Of
New England for their patriotism, intelligence and
virtue, but that they, or portion of them, manifest
ed upon the subject of protective tariff feeling
which detested, because believed that feeling to be
founded in seLfshntss and being vioatve of that
golden maxim which should teach to love our
neghbors ourselves and not to be influenced by a
desire to profit at the expense of others. But no.
thing was farther from my intention than an attempt
to cast general censure on the people of New Eng
land but to express in the strongest TERMS my oppo-
ston to the whole doctrine of protection, extend
ing benefits and bountes to one section of the Union
at the expense of another. And, far the Sena-
tor from Maine, (NIr. Williams is concerned, take
great pleasure in saying that enjoys full
ly my respect and esteem.
RAGpV