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Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

ancholy and somewhat stern tone i'll which
he spoke never left her memory, IT Is TOO
LATE. / was once as ! am now rallied
and took resolution. never TO drink again
II broke that resolution, you know how
and when, and now am hopeless ine-
briate.'
He turned and left her presence. Her
eyes were opened. Oh! bitterly did she
reproach herself for having spoken those
fatal words. For nights she could no!
sleep. She sought again and again to see
her victim, Blu. he avoided her presence.
They never met again but once. Reader
would you know how?
Some years after, on cold bleak NOR
ming in January, travelling sleigh, drawn
by two splendid horses, was dashing a.
long the turnpike between Norrestown
and Philadelphia. There had been snow
storm during the night and the flakes lay
piled against the fences and barns. where
they had been driven by the icy winds
which swept down from the hills beyond
the Schuylkil. The sky was overcas. ;
the wind yet ragged violently: and il was
intensely cold. Houses, barns, trees, and
hay stacks were covered with snow, and
the cattle crowding in the sheds, seemed
everywhere to beseech the sky in vain.-
As the sleigh, with its merry bells, whirl-
ed down the long hill that leads to the
Manayunk turnpike, the horses suddenly
SHE'D, nearly precipitating the vehickle in
to an opposite snow bank. A,lady slight
ly screamed and looked out in alarm from
the furs which enveloped her; but seeing
no cause for danger she was abou. to order
the driver to proceed, when her little boy,
pointing to the object which had startled
the horses, SAID,
Mother, what can that be in The road !!
Surely i, is mans hat
The lady turned. In the centre of the
highway was pile of drifted snow little
longer than human body. One end of
the pile had been blown away. disclosing,
as the boy said mans hat.
'Gracious heaven she exclaimed, 'can
it be that some poor wretch has frozen to
death here
James, and she turned to foolman,
go and see.'
With intense interest the lady watched
while the servant brushed away the snow.
In a few seconds it was apparent that a
corpse was inded there, and it was not
long before the cause of the mans death
was evident in an empty Jug lying at his
side. The spectators brea,hlessiy await
ed while the icy flakes were being reno
we'd from the face, for the lady was within
a short distance of her home, and thought
that. perhaps she might recognize the I'M
fortunate being. She stepped out of the
sleigh and approached the corpse.
Colonel Warren! she said, becoming
CHASTITY pale and staggering. Col. Wars
rem dying thus, common drunkard, on !!
jus! heaven, this is too much =
And thus the victim and his destroyer
met for the last time. 1t was the once
though!less bride who now stood above
that corpse.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
FARMERS TAKE NOT11,c,

MANuFACIURE and keep on hand
mile below Bloomington, on tho Ma a
Slough, FANNING-MILI.S Of an ;un ."useaaa
term CHEAPER AND BETTER and r' Of ~ y
double the width of riddles, and will do l
the cleaning of the mills that are in rsa eVes
county: These mills are calculated for cleon;ns
K,hos OF gram and grass-seed in the best o,ass
nose who have not purchased, will do weu "
before purchasing at other places, as bargains gu
be had: Produce will be taken, if it suits p e'e
wing Hay-rakes can also be had a, the same nI M'
March l7-.20-fm ABRAHAM SM, Pla'e
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
COACH AND Wagon MAKING.


q NHE undersigned takes this method of announc-
= ing to the citizens of Bloomington and the
surrounding country, that he has commenced the
above business in the building formerly occupied by
w. +. Deweber, as an Auction and Commission
house, on Iowa Avenue. Feeling confident that the
public have been delrauded by the dupcity Of pre-
tending mechanics, who have never learned the ru.
ments Of the business, have been induced to en-
gage IN the Carriage and Wagon Making business
the above articles. A small capital obIiees mo ~
adopt the plan Of ready pay, which will be received
in most kinds of farmers produce, with small =.
mount Of cash; this will enab 9 me me to do work
ONE THIRD CHEAPER than II has eve, h heas
done west of the Mississippi. A COOL ,,a. ~"
maker, thoroughly acquainted with the bns;nc.s
can find employment by applying soon. ''''
WANfED-A Quantity of 2 inch, and l.e
inch white oak plank, of good quality.
Repairing always done immediateiy.
-, J. H. WEAVER.
Bloomington, Ap. 2l-3m-dd
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
A PROCLAMATION.

FARE REDUCED.
EN7HEREAS, l CAPT.JIM, long dispenser
w offood to the hungry and a couch to the
weary, as we'll as horn" to the dry, having taken
possession Oft that large and commodious house on
Second street, Bloomington Iowa. formerly the resi-
dencc of His Hon J. Williams, do hereby declare
and make known to the world that l am now prepa.
red at the sign Of Capt Jim, to accommodate those
who may call upon me, in satisfactory manner
otherwise they go scot free. That this statemcn,
may the more fully prove true hereby declare and
make known that the following my charges, for all
Of which the best the market can afford are furnished
Single meal 20
Board per day, with lodging G3
Three days, per day, SO
Per week So SO
One horse feed Is
Horse per night 25
=" +" week ST rs
All other bills in proportion. l, the said Capt.
Jim do hereby further declare, to those indebted to
me for eating, sleeping, drinking, upon contract
of any kind whatsoever, that unless they come for
ward Immediately and make settlement, Michael
Scott was never in Scotland if don't send consta.
bic after them to bring them to "t0,v," so look out
for Matthews or Musgaave.
Thankful for past favors, he hopes to receive a
share ofpublic patronage corresponding with his eff
forts to minister to the tastes and render comfortable
those who may favor him with their patronage.
CAPT. JIM PA RMER.
Bloomington, july Z, l343.-6-H.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

ELReANr DlcTioN.-A contemporary sneak.
OF lady who astonished party the o,her
day, by asking for the loan of diminn,;v %
areenteous truncated cone, convex on i,s sum.
init, and semiperforated with Symmetrical in.
dentions, or, in other words, thimble.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
JOHN j. FITTON,

HAVING purchased Wollenbergcr's patent for
IL the manufacture Of the Bee Palace, the best
and most improved thing Of the kind ever brought
before the public calculated for three swarms, and
forms beautiful piece Of furniture, the glass in
front of the drawers afford pleasing view to the
naturalist and the curious to these useful and in
dustrious little insects at work, from whose store
house honey can be taken at all seasons of the year,
without destroying the Bee, the whole inclosed by
doors and kept in the house to which communica-
ton is admitted through from the outside. To the
farmer and all house keepers, this is valuable and
profitable piece of furniture and will be sold reasona-
ble produce taken, even silver will not be refused in
payment. 13ay Jan. ~.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

,sSubLiME.--Lopez de vaga, describing an
afflicted shepherdess, who is represen,ei &c
weeping near the sea. says The sea iovfnl.
~ advanced to gather her tears. and hav;nr
enclosed them in shells, it converts them into
pearls" e"' ''io
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
CHEAPER + LETTER 7H.s'V :,

r P. FREEMAN, having removed y n
y . NET SHOP, to the second 'ioly IN
brick house on Sycamore street, nea' w
culvert, would return his sincere THANKS - i
luer customers for their liberal support, 1 ~
continuance Of the same. He wouiu In
emigrants and the citizens of the ac)o'sse z
and Illinois, to call and examine MS ~" ;.r
ture before purchasing elsewhere, as ns ., ibs|
to make better work and sell i cheap AL
other establishment in the Ierrl'o'! .,;ud
anxious to pay his debts, heIs d &c .h., MI
much cheaper than heretofore, 50 al 'n''
bargains would do well to call soon. -, IL
illinois money taken at fifty per es s;sJ, 4
Wheat at 37cts. per bushel; also, Oh "
ducc at the highest market price. .,r.inl4
All kinds Of turning. joining and , tsi, p,p|
at the shortest notice, and in the nea"
Charges moderate. e..
Bloomington, Nov. IS, ls4@'-4
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
HIDES! HIDES !!

u IQUORS.--Just received from ST. Louis, an
q 4 assert neut of Liquors, which will be sold
cheap for cash or produce.
lie Is +. o. BECKETT & co.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

A pretty little female BABY, of eioht ve,rs
OF age, has arrived at Cincinnati. weig,,;na
ou'y 240 pounds. Oh, what a beantS shs
must be! 1'y sue
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
lpDlA1E5lT 0
THE DTI.vG BOr.

Ay!weep. Young mother, weep!-that boy Will die'
Your loy'd, your beautiful and only one!
The wing Of death is DER him-Every sigh
Comes struggling fainter from his lips OF stones
y closing weight rests on his azure eye
Like evenings folding touch on some blue flower;
Gaze then, while yet to thine it may reply,
And thou may'st thrill beneath its lovclit power
Thou wilt not deem it SO though day by day
Thou's st seen, with all thy woman-tenderness,
The smile upon his face more dmly play,
His look betray more pleading languidness;
And seen Decay, with desecraiing stealth.
His vermeilcheek despoiing Of its bloom;
His dancing ringlets Of their Iustrous wealth,
And finging there the stiffness of the tomb!
All! It's no fantasy-the stricken thing,
That like dying bird lies quivering there,
Was late thy hright-ey' d boy, whose spirits wing
So much Of ralience own'd and freedom rare;
Ay! part Of his young self, Delight so grew
That 10Y became trembler in thy breast;
And bis strange loneliness rich hue
Sent round; Earth seemed in Edens newness
So dress'd.
oh the deep sense Of rarcst ecstacy!
'Twere vain to tell, that in thy heart had birth,
When he, rosy creaturc-graeefuI, free,
Play'd at thy side, and revell'd in his mirth; :.
Or, when mid nights gemd silence, thou did st wake
To watch, while pillow on thine arm he lay;
And the long vigil kept for his dear sake,
And heard his low and dove-like breathings play!
No! for thee, mother, no! the wildering bliss
Such moments gave thee, thine can be no more;
Like bright dream twill fade-yet oh. thou't miss
Its spell so ravshing thy bosom's core
Years may roll on, and thou mays lingcr here
When every rose-leaf of the heart is shed,
Yet wilt thou mourn, with many burning tear,
The early lost-the beautiful-the dead!
He is too wrought, to anguish where
The rainbow arches but to melt away;
And every lovely sound and vision fair
Swells but the dirge-the trophies of Decsyl
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
Cabinet & Chair Making,
u, all its Various Erancirs, and no l'ahSi,g 8.
JOHN J. FlTTON,

"REATTUI. for the past favours he has re-
IN ceived from the public in general, and his
friends in particular, would announce 10 them that
he still carries on at the old stand, where he will be
prepared to execute all orders in his line, usual.
The liberal patronage he has already received, is
the best testimonial Of the manner in which the
public appreciate his merits
WINDSOR CHAIR MAKING, into which he
is now going to enter largely will afford an oppor-
tunity to the public of being supplied OF the most
reasonable terms. 40 Bloomington. Oct. Is.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19


Who ARE THE GREAT.-It is not improba-
BILE that the noblest human beings are to be
found in the least favorable conditions Of socie-
ty, among those whose names are never utter
ed beyond the narrow circle in which they toll
and suffer, who have but 'two mites to give
away, who perhaps have not even that, but
who "desire TO be fed with the crumbs which
fall from the rich mans table," for in this
class may be fonnd those who have withstood
the severest temptation, who have prac,ised
the most arduous duties, who have confded in
God under their trials, who have been most
wronged and have forgiven most; and those
are the great. the exalted. 1t matters nothing
what the particular duties are to which the in-
dlvidual is called-tow minute or obscure in
their outward form. Greatness in Gods sight,
lies not to the extent of the sphere that is fill
ed, or is the effect which is produced, but alto
gether in the power of virtue in the soul, in
the energy with which Gods will is chosen.
with which trial is borne and goodness is loved
and pursued.
CoLLEcrlNo.-The Knickerbocker tells the
following story:
ga gentleman from New York, who had
been in Boston for the purpose of collecting
some money due him in that city, was about
returning, when no found that one bill of 500
had been overlooked. His landlord, who knew
the debtor, thought it a doubtful case; but ad-
ded, that If 1t was collec,ib!e at all, a tall.
raw-boned Yankee, then dunnng lodcer in
another part of the room, would annoy it GU, of
the man. Calling him up therefore, he intro
duced him to the creditor. who showed him
the account.
"Wall, Squire, faint much use trying, |
guess. know that critter. You might as
well try TO squeeze lie out of Bunker Hill
Monument as to try to collect debt out OF
him; But any how, what'!l you give, suppo-
sin do try!''
Well sir, the bill is 500. Til give YOU,
yes, III give you half, if you collect it.
"Agreed!" replied the collector; "there's
no narm In trying, any ways"
some weeks after, the creditor hammered IN
o De IN Boston, and in walking up fremont
street, encountered his enterprsing friend.
"Look here!" said he, II had Considerable
luck with that bill Of your'n. You see s,ncl,
to him like dog to a root, but for the frs,
week or SO 1t want no use, not bit. IF he
was home, he was short if he wasn't hom.
| conld get no satisfaction. Bye and bye'
says !, after going sixteen times, I'll fix W.
SO sot down on the door step and sot all day'
and part of the evening; and l began arIv
next morning, and about ten o'clock he gin in
he paid me my half and gin him up the
| note -
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

In the Store House on Chestnut st.,
few doors northwest of the Iowa
House, where all kinds Of tin ware,
house guttering, and stove pipe made
to order, at the shortest notice:-Al-
SO lot Of the Celebrated Premium
Cooking Stoves--lO and Z plate
stoves-a few wire gauze safes, which
will be sold at st. Louis prices.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

New DEFlNlTIoNs.-Nose: A flexible piece
of cartilage. which may be easily turned up
with significant expression Of contempt.
Ears: Awkward looking excrescensss, to
which, in times past, pendant jewels were at
tached.
Fingers: Delicate pieces Of mechanism, USE
full for striking the keys of piano; also con-
venient for the display of rings and other orna-
ments.
Cheeks: Intended by nature to be the seat of
blushed. but in this refined age seldom used
for that purpose.
Teeth: Beautiful pieces Of polished ivory
to be exhibited TO the best advantage in con-
versalion.
Heart: A useful ppendase-many ladies'
are unconscious Of possessing one.
Ibngu.: perpe,num mohie sharper fire.
quen'ly than two-edged sword.
Head A convenient article TO thrust into a
set of false curs.
Eyes: Darts, flames, batchets, tomahawks.
and scaping knives.
Lips: Very convenient to kiss with.
firms: Limbs believed to be very delicate
and beautiful.
Legs: Machines sometimes used tor walk
ing, and known 10 be admirably turned. Il
was formerly doubted whether ladies' had anv:
there is no longer doubt on the subiect-t6a
point is settled.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

Dry hides, Bceswax, old Copper. and Pewte
will be taken in exchange.
JAS BRENTLINGER.
Aug. 5, ls42-4O-tf.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

WORKING FOB A LIvING.--We find the fol-.
lowing excellent article 10 the Offering. edited
by The factory girls in Lowell:
"trom whence originated the idea that il
was deroga,ory to lady's dignity, or a blot
upon female character, TO labor, and who was
the fltst to say. sneeringly, 'Oh! she works
Tor living! Surely such ideas and express
sions ought not to grow on republican SOIL
The time has been when ladies' of the first
rank were accustomed to busy themselves in
domestic employment! Homer tells nc of
processes who used to draw water from the
springs, and wash with their own hands Tho
finest of the finest linen of their resnec,fye
families. The famous Lucretia used r. chin
IN The midst Of her attendants; and tho ,r;fa
Of Ulysses, after the seige of Troy, emnloved
herself in weaving until her husband returned
from Ithica.''
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

GEORGE REICK.
BOOT AND SHOE MAKER,
Would respectfully inform the citizens of Bloom
ington and the surrounding Country, that he has
opened shopon Iowa Avenue, where he intends
carrying on the above business. Orders left with
him will be filled on the shortest notice and in the
neatest possible manner, at astonishingy low prices.
He has ON baud small lot of ready made Boots and
Shoes.
Cash, Wheat or Dry Hides received in payment.
Aug 8. '43 6m Al
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
IOWA POhAOiCGiCA
AND
horticultural Gar eEs,
JAMES WEED.
POMONA VILLA,
HALF MILE NORTH OF BLOOMINGTON.
March II. 2Oay
n, OGTLYYE = co

n. OGILrXE = co.
WBAVE on hand an excellent Stock OF Goods
IL IL suitable for tho season, consisting ofSupcrne
Broad Cloths, Cassimeres Sattinets, cans, Mole
SKINS PilotCloths Flushing Shifting and Sheeting
Blankets, Calicoes, &c. Also, a large quantity OF
Boots and Shoes, Tea, Coffee, Sugar, Salt, &c. &c.
which willb sold very low for cashor approvedpro.
uce. Dec. 81, lS4l.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
STOVES = TIN. WARE.

TNHE subscriber respectfully informs the citizens
Il of Bloomington and the adjoining counties,
that he has rc-opened his
TIN Ware and Sheet IRON .Nonufactoru.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19

SALT! SALT!!--5OO bbls. first quality-just
~ received and for sale at 40 cts. per bushel, by
the barrel, by may Semi A. OGlLVlE q co.
Bloomington herald. [volume] (Bloomington, I. T. [Iowa]) 1840-1849, 1844-01-19
The Greatest Discovery of the .9gc,

Bloomington April 2S-n26-cmvd
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-08-22
JEW DA VID'S OR HEBREW
PLASTER.

| 'E'IIE very best remedy that is known
for all Kinds OF pain or weaknesses, SUN
as rheumatism, govt, pain in the side, hips
breast, back and limbo. headache, nervous
toothache, &C.; in every case Of which it
has prove an effectual cure.-Thero is no.
thing better for its softening and healing
| qualities in cases OF scrotfuous humors, knots
| wens' white swelling, hard tumors, stiff joints,
| ague in the breast. &c. 1t is also very benc
hclal In giving permanent relief in eradicat-
ing pain and imparting strength in all cases
OF weakness---weakness in the stomach,
weak limbs, lameness, affection Of the spine,
female weakness &c. No person subject to
pain or weakness in the back or side should
be without it; married ladies in delicate
situations find great relief from constantly
wearing this plaster. The application of this
plaster between the shoulders, has been
lonnd certain remedy for colds, coughs,
phthlsic and lung affections in their primary
stages. 1t destroys inflammation by produc-
ing copious perspira,ion. No physician
should be without it. 1t is sure cure for
corns. Nearly all other Plasters are spread,
thereby rendered almost useless, by having
and getting dry before using. This plaster
Is put up in boxes containing sufficient to
spread six or eight plasters, price so cents
a box.
A pamphlet containing certificates and
history OF the above plaster, may be had by
calling on any of the following agents:
w. F.. &. STODDARD, Rutland: Addison
Bnck, Pittsicrd; Voney Ross, Brandon; Ira
Bingham, Sudbury; S. Moody, MlddIebury;
James A. Hodge, Dorsee ID. Andrews, Man
chester; G.. b. & A. T.. Bacor Sunderland
f. Jameson, CastIeton; Hitchcock & Nor.
gan, Clarendon Springs; S. Mears, East
!'oultney; Wheeler & Swallow, Pawlet X.
Prescott, East Rupert; Harrington & Co.
Factory Point; b. Harmon, North Benning-
ton: John G.. IIaswoll, Bennington. 3Gly
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-08-22
DIR. Z. !SHER1NANS
Vegetable Catholicon.

An unerrlng remedy, and known TO be such
Tor The following diseases viz:
All diseases OF the lungs which cause oh
shuc'ions OF the same; such as coughs, C olds,
catarrh, bronchitis, and even consump,ion.
IN the premonitory or forming stages Also
engagements of the spleen, in the difleren,
stages, and all diseases of the liver. caused
by enlargement or topor jaundice in all its
forms constipation of the bowels attended
with ,orpor Of the stomach and bowels. and
OF all the train evils attendant on these diff
cullics.
Night sweais and all forms ofhec,ic fever
scroiula, in all its various forms and in most
cutaDeousdiseaseS or those affecting the skin.
and nearly all forms Of dropsy and MANY
other OF minor importance which | forbear
to mention.
Finally, this medicine is powerful altera-
i've and deobslruent ; hence, it follows asia
matter OF course that all diseases which tend
to obsiruct the natural channels of circula-
ton whether in the larger organs or in the ca
piiiafy vessels will linda sovereign balm in
this all powerful remedy.
IL Is also laxative thai is sure and steady
10 It's operation and never fails to remove
haoitual cosilveness if persevered in a sufIi
cient length o. time.
purely 'eSe.hoIe, ana may be used
any length OF time that the nature of,be case
may require without ever harming the con-
siitution in the slightest degree therefore
mas an advantage over many other med
icines in chronic diseases, which sboulG No,
be overlooked.
Try friends, and then Judge for yourselves
'1":ure 10 say tlia' no one will regret fair;
trial in any OF the above diseases.
For sale by ! Porter FINLAND ,o,
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-08-22

hie.. Dr. naatw,lts Itfirsl Rcnssdy
o. lIuvtsr. vMrh ly iu 'ritordinsiy
powt's a'egacN fa.rs uf t.trtCss, tvs
,Tfsfrs slf sinsvs. vbir tuciiinrs. iacu-
nai'c rains rianca 81 'I,e Ia.ais. iumrfs.
aHrsfafsl ha-infst FIf rrrl. soto throat,
Group. contraction Of SEE mesrles, srotiulas
sr'sfgcfscu,.. trn1ct 'eri sos every uoscup-
uon Of irJrfy stivcilug ,sv eii.tist % iac
human hsule. arc rpfrl 90 great, relieved,
Is his rcvrtio ~ Sufficiently cSiullci remedy.
II kcmrmirf. he top. ihc tidc. arc tie
ba,f,m ossis ai tie Bookstore Nv
-Gm vs. T.. C.. STODDAKD.