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The voice of freedom. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1839-1848, 1846-08-13

ROYAL INCOME. Queen Victoria's in
come, says late English paper, amounts to
the snug little sum of 500, 900 pounds per
annum, or nearly equal to 1,co millions fve
hundred thousand dollars yea,ly. This
would make in round numbers
$4S,o76 dollars per week,
6,S6S day,
282 hour.
4, 20 minute.
We would respectfully commend to her
Majcsty's notice the condition of some Of her
starving millions of operatives, who would
cheerfully except of one ftM Of her hourly in
come, as yearly stipend. No wonder that tax
es are high, with a national debt almost in
calculablc, and the royal houcehold with its
retinue of Lords, Peers, and Nobility to sup
port. These are some of the natural accom-
paniments Of Monarchial government.
Reville of the 21st ult., contains an extreme
ly interesting letter from "Soltaire," written
on the Missouri river during trip to the
new town of Ohio. The writer speaks of en-
countering a character in the person of Sig
nor j. Paldi, Piedmonte Sc by brth-music
master in the Infantry band Of the 9th Reg
iment, who was present in the battles of the
Sth and 9th of May. He was on his way to
st. Louis, bearer of letters to Major Gen.
Brooks and others. In his company was a
fine young pointer dog belonging to Major
Brown, who fell during the bombardment of
the fort opposite Matamoras.
When the remains of this gallant soldier
were entombcd, his pet dog who had lain near
the spot where the Major was suffering until
he was borne hence, mingled his wall with the
sound of the drum, and could not be silenccd.
He searched everywhere for the living form
of his master, and finding him not, seemed to
understand the mournful business of his bu-
rial; he waited till the sad rites were over,
and then coiling himself up, he laid down at
the foot of the flag staff, upon the turf which
covered the remains of the bravo Major, and
sent forth his howl of grief until the hea rts of
those who heard him were impressed with a
fresh sensation of sorrow Paldi intends to
presenthim to Gen. Brooks.
PARDoNED OF CoURsE.-James L. Pen
dleton, late master of the brig Montevdeo,
convicted ofslave-trading the District Court
Of the United States in Maryland, has been
pardoned by the President We are glad to
see that Mr. Polk has decent regard for his
own character, and the character of this Gov
eminent. How could he let poor fellow be
hanged for doing on his own account, and for
the sake of turning an honest penny as times
go, that which the Government is doing on
so grand scale in the war with Mexico p
If our foreign slave-traders were to be hung,
there would be no telling where it would be
proper to stop.-1nti-SldUery Standard.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27
Picture Of q Mean Man.

We cut the following curious piece
from Dow, Jr.: 81 p . '7.'' ~ d
- "My friends-too many of you (city
folks especially are over inclined to
meanness. | know some who are so
vastly littly-ifI may be allowed the
term-that when they are brushed from
earth into the DEVILS dust pan,a the old
chap will have TO put on double-mag-
nifying spectacles, and poke for long
while, among therubbish of mortality,
before he can find them.sb There's
neighbor Tightfist, in some respects a
worthy member Of my congregation;
and yet l regret to say, he is mean e.
noughao chase a fat musquito throug ii
active mile swamp for the, sake Of his
suet. g. To bis credit, however, he once
made sacrifice for. the good cause by
putting an notwithstanding penny in
the box and going supperless to bed
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27
Rapenna, May 1916.

Ice IN THE SouTH.-A friend Of
ours, who had been in the ice trade at
81. Thomas, relates some funny anec-
dotes of the ideas which the "natlves'
there have of the "Boston hard water"
He once sold lump to gentleman,
who sent colored servant for it, with
direction to have it kept for the dinner
table. The servant took it home, and
inquired of the cook how il was to be
prepared. After considerable discus
sion in the kitchen cabinet, it was de-
cided to have it boiled. At dinner, the
gentleman called for it, and was in high
glee, for he had drank iced champagne
in the States, and felt a mighty banker
ing for q second trial ofthe same bever-
age. Soon Sambo made his appear
ance, with eyes rolling on the out side
ofhis face, and grinning like frighten-
ed monkey. ....s, .-.... 10y,
"Where is the ice7" demanded the
gentleman. a. .-... ... ..........-.',
30, lorry, Massa," said Sambo, "I
put him in de pot and bile him more AN
half an hour, and when looked for him
he wasn't darp' ..,".
The gentleman didn't stop to enlight-
en- his servant on the point Of cooking
ice, but seizing decanter. hurled it at
the unfortunate colored gentleman's
head, as an indication that he should
"suffer some" after dinner hour
Eagle. &a' 'si e". ~d .s-.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27
A WiSll-Am AcrOstic.

May the rich blessings, Of heaven descend,
And circle thee round,-thy pathway attend;
Raise thy fond hopes, ubovo sorrow and earsi
Yielding thee pleasures. bounteous share.
Come then, for all nature is smiling and free
Come Join in the joys now offered to thee
Lot the soft strains of natures harmonious lay,
Enlsindle thy soul, for this "life giving day.
May each rolling year, it's lessons impart,
And light up anew, thy now cheerful heart
N foe then shall disturb thee, no i'll shall be nigh
So pure has thy life beer that leads thee on high
s,.,,-s e.y-.,.-. .,.-,...- ONE or NINE.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

To GET Richly GU pine for wealth.
Do you know what it is you seek?. The
millions of John Jacob Astor give him
only aliving; and so far he is no better
off thanyou. But you say you have a
load of fanxieties for the future, you may
get nothing laid up for old age. and
your children may be beggars. Very
true. But the cares Incidents to large
estate arc quite as harrassing, and Of
the two you spend fewer sleepless nights
than the millionaire. It's true, people
bow low to him, but they respect you
as much. All! but you long for his
splendid house, his costly equippages,
or his sumptuous table. So tho beggar
envies you the every day luxuries
which have grown SO common from
long use that you think nothing ofthern.
The rich man would give thousands
ior your appetite. Ride in his carriage
and you will be glad TO walk again.
Take our word for it that, however
your condition may differ from that Of
others, we have all the same chances
Of happiness, and that your felicity
whether you are rich or poor--depends
wholly on, yourself. A mind content is
more priceless than fine gold.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

And d|eighbor -- too-if he had the
power and could enrich himself there
by, would brush The silver stars from
the tfplament; snatch the golden sun
HEshe sky, and sell the moonzfor- old
brass Il .sixpence was required at
the gats Of heaven, rather than, pay the
Zee, Iserily believe herwould rise from
his Iestlag place at midnight, and pick
The leck with ten penny nail.' -,
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

While thou art well, thou mayest do
much good, if thou wilt; but when thou
art sick, neither thou nor I can tell
what thou shalt be able to do; il is not
much. 'f'e1f n7n-s q
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

We hear OF a thief down east who
was so "cute" that he stole a log while
the owner was asleep upon Il. He
slipped the log out and left the man a.
stride the barkl .' vi" ~ 4 '-'' q
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

to the old man they found he was life
less. t5Thea emotion of the last two
hours had been too much for his ,enlee-
bled frame, e,and he had died in the neYnl-
sion from despair, joy,,roga '. y.ssso 5aa
The good folks Of that seaboard, will
age can yettell you how, after the &C,
eustomed period Of mourning had pass.
ed, the miser's daughter gave her hand
to Harry Martin, who received with
herra fortune, whose extent even the
most sangpina cont niassad taba bepana
their expectations. But this was the
least part Of the treasure brought him
by his wife, and in her virtues he had
ample recompense for the long years Of
opposition on the part Of her parent.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

- aa SsEg aSr's Ega4 .--. .l gtrs
"Crabb, madame, my name is still
Crabb Pm sorry to say it for your sake
and for mine. The Legislature have
declined my suit. But will you also
my dulcinea, persevere in denying it?
Will you ..... ...r.s.
"Don't slide upto me. can't bear
a critter that goes sideways. Keep
your claws off,
"Ah cruel! shall never have the
pleasure of calling you Mrs. Crabbl
Shall no young Crabbs climb upon
our knees to share our affections, our
| joys and our kisses?
"No, I'll have no such critters poking
about me- The very thought of il
makes me crawl all over. 1 wonder
the Legislature could be SO unreason-
able. I'm sure they must all be mar
ried men, or incorrigible old bachelors" )"
"Whatever they may be, there is no
hope for them at all. But why should
a mere name separate two persons
whose hearts are firmly united?"
"Any other name could abide-but
to think Of sleeping with a 1900" IL
"We shall both be crabs together
"Not by jug full. Havn't | told
you often enough--" w. ~.
"Is that your ul,imatum then! Must
| recede? Must retrograde9 Must |
advance backwards? R9-' ..,2a..s
"Farewell, then, most lovely cruel
woman! Farewell, most unfeeling
Legislature! Farewell. most prejudic-
ed, unfeeling. world! Farewell, all my
Joys and delights Of matrlmonyl Incon-
tinently will drown myself. III make
my bed in the deep water, with my
fellow Crabbsp' ...., ..r,..
''Then oil ye lovers, when you 60 s -.r .
A fishing in the sea, 1858 s.t nI.
And find Crabb upon your hook. L..
Then think--Oh think of me.
died because was Crabb,
My love was era bbed too;
And yet she would not be q Crabb, gl .'
For all that could do. a ..,. t... "
All, Grabbed fate. above my bones
There rests ne marble slab; H"
I lie among the earth and stones, @J
A poor forgotten Crabb." ,gaEs.-
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27
A Coon Osn.-A western edito

A Coon ONE.-A western editor
gives the following as the most approv-
ed method Of killing fleas in those parts:
Place the animal on a small pine
board, and hedge him in with putty;
then read to him an account OF all
the railroad and steamboat accidents
which-have happened the last twelve
months. AS soon as he becomes fright
ened so as not to be able to stir, draw
out his teeth and he will starve to death!
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

n g N ssryiitstd Ediseatatmads to 4hsss wilp
GJs AdfertissSs are requested leave 5{i,S,, q.
vertissmsrts tths. cfioe is earl ias :T6s -
morningbsfSter rabiioation. ~ -
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27
feSsed .f,rabh, I

Several years ago q man named
Crabb petitioned the Legislature Of this
State to change his name because his
sweetheart refused to marry him while
he was called by so unlovely a cog
nomen. He was unsuccessful, and the
parting interview between him and his
lady love was sketched in the following
style, which we republish for the fan
of it: 1.' ' '' -i0'-sa7--
Two weeks ago we published the
amusing conversation which occurred
in the Legislature on the application of
Isaac Crabb to have his name changed
to Harrison, for which his plea was,
the sound of his name associated SO
many offensive recollections ola crawl
ing nature to his delicate sweetheart,
that she made that the only objection
to a matrimonial connection with him.
On the reception of Crabb's bill by
Senate, the New York Transcript with
its peculiar tact Of turning every laugh
able incident to good account, closes
the sad fate Of the disappointed lover in
Grabbed tragicomedy;-lhus:
Now let US imagine for moment.
what must be the sequel of his ungal-
liant rejection. Mr.. Isaac Crabb goes
10 visit his dulcinea. He knocks at the
door with a trembling hand, and while
he is waiting for it to be opened he
fancies he hears her say
"lfyou're Mr.. Harrison come in. II
J ou're Crabb stay ou,!" '..,
He is presently admitted, and his
mistress with a doubtful expression ol
countenance, says, 'r' ...'4.',3 a' 4s
"Am l to address you as Mr.. Har.
frison, or Mr.. ach! ohl canno
speak the odious name 49, or Mr.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

+, TaLet The Americans adopt their
funding system. and go into their bask.
ing Institutions, and their boaslcd irdes
psndence will be q mere phanton
Fitt. n'fs1 fis Il ,r f|lix ne rflf,gsA
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

(. .Persevere in, well doing though
nations should rise up against you.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27
aer;lllIIsI 4 o.f aaptrtis

Ono square ems inssstien. 30 50
Sn Sne squaro, two 5nseftionet % ats
me. Hne .sgusFe, thfee ipseft ftiohs, - i 90
One squafes six weeks, tISSs a 4 50
y 0he squares Twelve 5seeks,5 4 Z 50
oH1s saSsle' s$is' si1 msnths, 90
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-05-27

A PRoDIl "a little iellDw has
made his appearance8 Bostoh ~ a
drummer, being only five years Of age.
His execution is as finished, rapid and
effective as that Of the best artists that
drummed away at the celebrated BATHS
of Waterloo He is pretty boy, mo.
and there are hundreds Of ladles. whp
go every night just 10 get ., glance Of
his sweet face. He plays on q drum
which is considerably larger than he
is himself? What next2
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1846-06-05
TO Builders.

Sealed proposals will be received at the
Auditors Office, in the County of Wyan.
dot, Ohio, on the 10th day of September
next. for building of stone and brick, a
Court house at Upper Sandusky, after a
plan and specifications to be hereafter
adopted by the board of Commissioners.
A premium of Fifty Dollars will be
given for the best draft or plan Of Court
House, with fire proof officer, Jury
Rooms, &C., in the same, with speciGca.
tions annexed, and delivered at the Audi
tors office of said county Of Wyandot, on
or before the Sd day Of August next, said
building to cost from six to nine thousand
dollars.
SAMUEL NJ. WORTH. .Auditor.
June A, lS46.--3S-4w.
The Ohio Statesman ana Ohio State
Journal, viii please give the following A
insertions in their weekly, and forward
their accounts to the Auditor.
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1846-06-05
Wagon Making.

THE subscribers having located them
selves in the above business in this place,
offer their services TO the citizens of Up.
per Sandusky and vicinity at large. Their
work will be done in neat, strong and
satisfactory manner, of which fact, they
are prepared to convince every one giving
them trial.
LUMBER SEASONED.
They have on hand, large quantity ol
seasoned lumber, which is necessary to in
sure good work. All kinds of business in
their line will be done to order, and on
the shortest possible notice.
BUGGIES AND W.AGONS.
Buggies or wagons will be made or repair
paired, large and small, 10 suit customers,
and their work will be insured.
INTING
They will also paint all their work il
desired by purchasers
Their shop is situated on Fifth street
a short distance from the Land Office and
a little south of H. Zimmerman's Grocery.
PAYMENTS:
They will receive in payment for their
work, all kinds of country produce at the
market price, and cash will never meet
HOUPT & WEIGH.
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1846-06-05
From the Stark Co. Democrat !.


From the Stark Co. Democrat.
Health of Texas and Mexico in a Summer
Campaign.
We have lately heard strong obje tions
urged against men, from this State, volun.
teering for the service in Texas and Mex
lco, in the summer season. on account OF
the alleged injurious effects OF the climat e
on northern constitutions. Knowing that
Gen. Allen, who is now in Canton, had
made campaign in Texas, in the summer
season, ten years ago; and believing that
his testimony would have great weight, in
a matter, which, in the present state OF
things, is so Important we addressed him
on the subject, and received from him a
prompt reply. Considering the informa.
ton, contained in Gen. Aliens note as
being worthy OF public attention, we re-
quested and obtained his consent to max e
If public. 1t is herewith published: and
we ask for it, from our readers, especially
our military readers, an attentive con.
sideration:
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1846-06-05
Tailoring.

THE subscribers offer their services to
the citizens of Wyandot coiinty, TO make
cut, cleanse and repair all kinds of gar.
mentss Military of almost any description
made in the best styles Their combined
experience, being fifty years in the prin.
ciple towns and cities Of Canada, and the
Sta,es, aided by the best systems and
fashions of the day, with determination
10 do to the best of their abilities; they
will now say TO the public, that they stand
ready to to serve them. To their com.
petitors they would say, that they intend
to strive with Honor, if not with success.
Pay will be received as follows:
We be tontent with little gain,
And take our pay IN cash; trade and
grain.
For further particular: please call on
the subscribers, at the sign Of L. Spy bey.
As we intend TO move soon, we wilI noti-
fy our customers in proper time.
We have already received our Spring
Fashions.
THOMAS SPYBEY,
THOMAS GRAVELL.
March 81, lS46.-2s-tf.
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OSPECTUS
FOR THE
Democratic Pioneer,

Now Published in Upper sandusky.
THE undersigned, believing it to be for the
welfare and better organization of the Dem
ocratlc party, is desirous Of publishing paper
in the above named place, which in politics,
will be thoroughly Democratic; while at the
same time much other interesting matter will
appear in it. 1t will be published every, week,
and as faras possible, contain the latest In
telligence.
In taking the responsibility of publishing
paper, practice has made it necessary to give
an avowal of the principles by which it will
be governed, and in SO doing, it is deemed suf-
ficient when we say: it will be devoted to
principles which guarantee to every man,
equal projection, equal privileges, and uni
versal liberty,--holding the doctrine that all
men are alike worthy Of protection, so long as
the doctrine of freedom and equality are pro-
fessed to be the governing principles of our
happy land--without distinction between rich
or poor. Believing such were not the gov
erning principles Of the majority in our State
Legislature last winter, we shall be found bat
tleing against all such men and measures. j..
1t is the intention of the editor to be per-
fectly free and uncontrolled by any man or
set of men; and always willing to receive the
counsel of such as are desirous of promoting
the good cause for which it is published to
yindicate, as the ADVICE. of many is more like
" to be correct than the few.
The full desire being, to print sheet truly
and wholly Democratic, we not only take our
own opinion, but also the opinions of the H.
ustrious who have promulgated Democratic
principles from the earliest dawn of our rep
ublican government.
The mechanical branch of the paper will
be neatly executed.
TERMS oFsURsc TIoN:
The paper will be published weekly,
per year, if paid in advance, at -, SO 90
If not paid till the expiration, -. ? 80
For six months, if paid in ADVANCE. / 90
If at the expiration of six months, -. SO
The above terms will be required, unless
the publisher sees fit to make other arrange
ments.
Every Democrat in Wyandott and .snr-
rounding country, is constituted an agent, 10
get dt least one good subscriber,
w. r. GILES.
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1846-06-05

We desire TO endorse the just sentiments
contained in the following article from the
Ohio Press, to the fullest extent. The
soldiers, the men who do the work-are
too often lost sight of, in praises bestow ed
upon an officer, for some gallant exploit,
or successful action:-D Dayton Empier.
Honor to Whom Honor is DUE How apt
are we to forget those who fight and win
the battles of our country. The gallant
exploit Of an officer is always noted and
applanded, this should be the case; but
| what is the gallant conduct of an officer
worth unless he has the brave soldiers who
will bare their bosoms to he charged or
dered by the officer. The desperate and
effective charge made by the gallant Capt.
| May was one of the most daring facts in
history. 1t was an order delivered by
Gen. Taylor to Capt May, aud bravely
carried ont by his noble soldiers. What
would have been the worth Of that order
had it not been for them! Nothing Ii
would have proven the destruction Of the
army had they not carried it out as they
did. And whose praise is sounded for this
gallant exploit! Gen. Taylor and Capt.
May, while the soldiers in the ranks are
entirely lost sight of. Gen. Taylor, Capt.
May, aud all the officers have acted as he's
roes. skillful and noble officers; but in be.
slowing our praise, let us not forget the
soldier 10 ranks Soldiers may gain vic.
tory with cowardly Off Ger, but an officer
cannot gain victory with cowardly sol.
diers, Then let us bestow "honor upon
all to whom honor is due; and p our shouts
of rejoicing, shout not only for him who
ordered the charge but also for those who
bravely carried that order into effect.
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Sherif's Sale.

RY virtue of decretal order TO me
- directed from the court of common
pleas of Crawford county, Ohio, shall Of
fer at public sale, at the door of the court
house, in Bucyrus, on Monday tho 22d
day of June next, between the hours of 10
o'clock, A. M. and p M ofsaid day, the
following real estate, to wit: The west
part Of the south vest quarter offractional
section twenty nine, in Township one
south, in range fourteen, in The district Of
Delaware and state of Ohio. containing
fifty seven acres and sixty hundredths of an
acre; executed as the property of George
w. Sherw ood, at the suit of Levi Keller
JAMES CLEMENTS,
Sheriff of Crawford Go. 0.
May 9th, 1S46.--36-t
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Headquarters Ohio Militia. ]
ADJUTANT GENERALS OFFICE, )
Columbus, May 30, 1916. I
Col. Daniel Goishats.
Special Order,

81 ecial Order,
No. 6.
The great accumulation of business in
this Office, in nconseqnence Of the present
exigencies of the service, and the necessity
of the punctual attendance ofthe Adjutant
General at the rendezvous, at Cincinnati,
during the org anization OF the volunteers
at that place, make it absolutely neces-
sary that competent assistance should be
had in this Office.
Major b. w. BRicE, JR., is therefore
appointed Assistant Adjutant G General, and
will be obeyed and respected accordingly.
BY order of the Governor.
SAMUEL r. CURTIS,
Adjutant General o. NJ.