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Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-12-30
Sherif's Sale.

DY virtue of of a writ of Alias Vendi Ex
I'D to me directed and delivered from the
Court of Common Pleas of Portage county
@, shall expose to sale at public vendue at
the court house IN the town of Ravenna,
On monday, the 18Th day Of January nert,
between the hours eff ten o'clock A. M, and
four o'clock, P. NJ, of said day, the following
described lands and tenements to wit: stSitu.
ate in Mantua township number five in the
eighth range Of townships in the Connecticut
Western Reserve in the State of Ohio, and
which is also in the county of Portage, and
known by part of lot number four, bounded as
follows: beginning at the north eaat corner of
lot No. four, thence south on the cas-: line Of
said lot seventy four rods to the centre Of the
creek, from thence south fifty eight degrees
thirty minutes, west,twelve rods niniteen links
to the centre of The road on the bridge, thence
north sixty five degrees west eight rods and
ten links to a stone in the ground marked A,
thence south nine degrees west, twenty two
rods to the centre of the creek above the mill
near rock marked A, thence south sixty five
degrees west to a post and stone distant thir-
ty seven links west of the creek, thence north
one hundred and fifty two rods to post and
stones on the north line of said lot, thence
east on the north line to the place Of Begin
ming containing one hundred and seven acres
of land be the same more or less.
Taken in execution as the property of Da-
vid Nelson at The suit Of George King surviv-
ing Admr. of Demas Harmon deceased.
Appraised at Sbl6O5,O0.
JOHN GILLIS Sheriff.
Sherih's Office, Portage Co.,
December l6, 1s46. 4wel
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TIA ELO R Z III G. !.

ElHE subscriber would respectfully an
L nounceto the citizens of Ravenna and
vicinity, that he has commenced the
TAILORING BUSINESS
in Mascn's Blcck, derectly over The store Of
Gillett g. Co. where be is prepared to do all
work in his line on the shortest notice and
in the latest fashion, and hopes by strict at
tention to business to receive liberal shore
of public patronage. %. o.
Cutting done to order and on the shortest
office. JOSEPH ALCORN,
Ravenna, August 5tb, 1876. 1y26.
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UGAR! SUGAR!--A fresh supply Of
y 1Muscovado, White Havana and Tefned
Crashed and Powdered Sugar, Just received by
Sept. so. HOOD 81 STEVENS.
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CANDLES .--HUoD B. STEVENS have just
rec'd, a few boxes good mould candles
c. I2Ac. perlb- Also, patent Sperm Cans
dies co'ored and plain. NH e& X
Nov. M. s.tI S gss4Ssa y Sse,t
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& Attachment Notice. ..1..
A LII persons interested will take notice
~ that Loomis L Beach and Julia E Beach
at the November Term, A. d. 1916, of the
Court of Common Pleas for the county Of
Portage. in the State of Ohio, sued out Of
said Court writ Of Attachment against
James H, Gillett, for the sum of three hun
drod dollars damages, which said writ was re.
turned served at the term aforesaid.
Attest. HORACE X. BEEBE, Clerk.
Rayenna, Nov. 2sd, l846.
TILDRN g. RANnEY. Attys,for Plaintiff.
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INDIA RUBBER SHOES.-Just reed. by
L HooD s. STEVENS:
Mems Patent Leather Sole over Shoes.
Womens Sheet Gum over Shoes & Sandals
DO Leather & Gum Sole buskins.
10 Fur trim'd. and lined Gum over
Shoes.
The above are of very superior quality, of
Philadelphia manufacture.
Nov H.
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AttacIllneBt Notice.

Attic hlMeBt NOtiCe.
AT my instance an attachment was this
IN day issued by Frederick Daniels a Justice
ofthe Peace. Of DeeIfeld Township, Portage
County, against the property and effects Of
Nelson w. Capwell an absconding debtor.
Dated this 7th day of Dacember,A. 1846.
E6I. CAMPBELL r. DIVER.
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GORCKERY ,--5 casks just opened. EN-,
~ bracing every variety Of ware now IL
use, going at low prices, .l,, n
Oct. 226. @. PRENTlSsS.
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CAPS.

GsOLE LEATHER-A prime article just
~ received and for sale cheapat
Oct. 81, 1846. DAYS.
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DONNET RIBlNS.-66 Ps. new style
- Bonnet ribns just opened and for sale
cheap. [Nov. 5, 1846.1 M. KENT.
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IVh bv NJ. KENT g. Co.
CAND PAPER g. GLUE.-HooD & STE
- vsNs have just received few reams of
Sand paper of the best quality. Also, one
case of GLUE-a superior article for Cabs
net makers use. Dec. @.
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Farm for Sale.

Farm for Sale.
CONTAINING 81 acres of land with a
" frame house and barn nearly new, about
two miles from the village will be sold low.
Enquire of s. DAY or ii. l. DAY.
Ravenna, Nov. 16, 1876.
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GLAZED HATS.--HooD g. STEVENS have
- just received 12 doz. Mems s. Boyswool
hats glazed with India Rubber, for sale at
82Ac. each. Nov. II.
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THE DAILY UNION

place, from hostile Ia pacific language towards this
country, by the leading organ, the Times is Ger
tslnly remarkable. Well, IN submitting The above
remarks TO the consideration of the third AID fourth
class Of editors as aforesaid, will thank them 10 an
swer eandidy the following queries: DO they be-
leye that the organs Of the British arstocracy would
have subdued so suddenly their language after the
receipt Of the sessage if Mr. Polk had reeeded from
the stand taken by the naugunall Do they believe,
had this been that case that better terms in favor of
the United States would have been advocated by the
Times, in three successive articles, which bear the
stamp Of being, at least semi-ofeal' expect that
the general answer will be frank NO; at least, il
will be so from those whose patriotism rises higher
than private interest And to all those who have so
answered, l will remark, that must, of course
continue the same policy thai has produced hs
hangs IN British feeling; and in order To- do il effee-
tually, Congress, without any further loss Of time
ought 10 adopt the four set forth in the pre-
eeding article headed, The PROPER COURSE TO
SECURE rEAcEABLr TIE wHoLk OF oREGoK.'n
These four reasons are:
"lst The one years notice should be given
promptly and unanimously.
ed. All the protection, which Is compatible with
existing stpulatons should be- at once, by law ex-
tended TO the settlers, and encouragement should
forthwith be given to emigration TO Oregon, by
grants Of land, &c, within our actual occupancy.
ed At the end Of the years notice, the jurisde-
ton Of the United States ought TO be asserted by law
to the line Of compromise e6srsd BY the President last
summer
18th. And, in order to demonstrate that the ma
tons resolve is made up in taking resolute stand
support Of those three measures the principal har-
bors should Immediately be put in proper state of
defence, and the United States steam navy materially
increased trr
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nothing could be more hostile 10 the u States than
that announcement, or a greater deviation from the
true policy of France. He concluded by calling
on the chamber 10 adopt the amendment.
The MIsIsrER Of FoREiGN Abrams trusted that
the chamber would accord TO him two things; one,
not to repeat what he had already said; and next,
not to anticipate what he should have TO say to il
at later period, The only thing he should touch
on, therefore, would be the amendment now under
discussion. He was not surprised to find that the
honorable deputy did not approve Of the conduct Of
the government, but, TO persuade him, he I'M. Gui-
zoD could not do more Than refer to the Arguments
he had already brought forward.
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At meeting of officers Of the navy, friends and
acquaintance of the late Lieut. John Cassin Henry,
held at Washington, it was determined to express
their sense of his worth and their profound regret
at his loss.
trials, and long association had enabled them to see
how beautifully nature had bestowed on him her
choicest moral gifts. They knew Mr.. Henry as q
faithful and affectonate friend accomplished Off
GER, and an elegant gentleman; as a man full Of no
bic thoughts and generous impulse; one destined,
doubtless, from his high qualities, to be- in times OF
trial and danger, support and ornament to their
common profession and while they bow with all
humility to the dispensatons of Providence, they
cannot but feel the deepest regret for much prom
Use early lost.
With this brief memorial Of their sentiments they
desire to communicate to his bereaved and sorrow.
ing family the expression Of their sincerest and most
earnest sympathy.
Washington, Feb. IS, 1886.
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PRAISE WORTH HAVING
Extract Of a letter from a distinguished aaienna
Penasylpania.

Extract ola letter from distinguished aaiesma, Of
Pepasylpania.
"Pray say to Mr.. Shields when you see him,
whose acquaintance made at your table, that read
his report last night for the first time having missed
il in the newspapers, but at length seen il in Doc
No. H. as sent to Congress by the Secretary Of the
Treasury. These reports have for the most part
been meagre, mechanical things but he has given
us comprehensive views logically unfolded, and
what is more, in a clear, classical style He has
brought the powers of fertile and cultivated mind
TO bear upon dry materials, and given US (for the
first time far as remember from that Office
real state paper, which the whole public may read
with pleasure and profit on that important branch Of
our ~ stem, yet .one little attended to or under
stood out Of the West"
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A CARD.
SOIITHWEST AND TEXAS

TNTIE undersigned will leave for the Southwest
L and Texas in few days, and expects to be
in Washington from the 18th to the 18th instant.
He will take charge of any business which may
offer ANY communications addressed to the care
of the Hon. r. M. T. Hunter Washington, until
the Ist of April, will be forwarded to him.
JOHN A. PARKER.
References as heretofore, viz: The members of
Congress and legislature from the eastern part of
Virginia; VIM J. Roberts, esq., cashier branch
bank of Virginia, Fredericksburg; Hon. John Y
Mason, Hon. Robert ]. Walker, Washington;
Messrs. Sellman g. Crook, Baltimore; Messrs.
Louis Webb & Co., Messrs. Gretter q Gretter,
Richmond; Messrs. Sam. Phillips & Son, Freder-
icksburg.
or four Insertions.
Tappahannock, Feb. 6, l845.
Feb. 10
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John EDGAR, professor of music, 10Th streets
- between ID and E, west side, respectfully in
forms the citizens Of the District that he has made
Washington his place of residence; and that he will
give lessons in music upon the pianoforte, guitar,
and other instruments. He will also give instruc-
lions in singing, and will pay particular attention to
he forming of the voice. He Aatters himself, from
his long experience, that he will give general salts
faction. He refers to the following gentlemen, in
whose families he has been teaching for several
years. For terms, &c, apply at his residence.
REFERENCES,
Judge B. Tucker, professor William and Mary
College; Professor Saunders, Professor Millington,
Professor Minigrode Professor Dew, DR.. Peachey,
DR.. Mercer, DR.. Waller DR.. Cole, Rev. Mr. Hold
ges .... F.. Jan 6-eodG
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DIED.,

After lingering and protracted disease, at his
residence in Montgomery county, Tennessee,
JAMES N. DoRTCH. Mr.. Dortch was the son.
in-law Of Major James Garland, Of this place, and
was a man Of great intelligence, and possessed a
constellation Of those noble traits of character which
adorn and dignity human nature. He was kind
husband, fond parent, indulgent master, and hui
name and benevolent in an eminent degree. He
died at peace with God and man. He has left a
wife and two infant children to mourn their rrepsr-
able loss.-Lynchb,1g Republican.
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yT,HE subscribers respectfully inform their Gus
i toners and the public that they are now pre-
pared to repair, in the most perfect manner, all
kinds of fine Watches pocket and ship chronome-
tiers, clocks, &c.
Their act of instruments has been perfected at
great expense, and enables them to make any part
Of the finest watches which may be broken or inn
perfect.
servatories to run from to six months, made to
order at the shortest notice.
They have satisfactory testimonials Of the accu-
rate performance Of the CLOCK recently made by
them for the UNITED STATES SENATE
CHAMBER, which they will be happy to show
to persons interested.
Attention s particularly invited to their ssck OF
LADIES' and 3ENTLEMEN'SF FINE WAICH-
ES, Of every description, which they VIII sell at
moderate prices, with guarantee.
It. F. COOPER, Of London, has made them his
agents for the sale Of his celebrated WAaOHES,
~ which constant supply will be kept: Through
them purchasers will be guaranteed against spur
ous article now sold in this country, purporting to
" W '''' BAILEY a. KITCHEN,
1856 Chestnut street, Philadelphia,
Feb 25--3md
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FRoM TExAs.-An arrival at New Orleans brings
Texas dates to the 10th inst.
"Gov Runnels, collector of the customs for the
district of Texas, and inspector of the revenue for
the port OF Galveston, gives notice that Galvesto is
the port Of entry in Texas, and that, consequ emily,
all arrivals from foreign ports must be reported
there, and all duties on importations must be paid at
that port only"
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TINE undersigned having sold his stock, FIX.
Il lures book accounts, &c, in fact, all his right
and title in his business, to Andrew johnson
the business will be continued at the same
place, and with the same promptness and despatch
as usual, by James Johnson, as foreman and agent
JAMES JOHNSON
Feb. 25-Its
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SUPREME COURT OF THE U. STATES.
FatpAY. February q. 1876.

Erastus C. Benedict, ESQ.,, Of New York, was adj
mited an attorney and counsellor of this court.
No. l29. w. w. Woodwork, administrator, &c,
appellant, Us. James Wilson, ct al The argument
in this cause was concluded by Mr.. Staples for the
appellant.
Adjourned till Monday IL O'Clock, a. m.
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mess is quoted in lots at II IS a 1906 and Ohio
lard at all
Sugar remains at 6 O, for New Orleans fair; and
molasses do. at 26j 81 No change in rice.
Fre'ghts remain The same. Foreign exchange is a
little SITTER. On London, 81 a 81 Paris, 27i a
5 PSI.
Yours, truly, &C.,
MORGAN.
. STOCKS
Ss1 i9Tk February 10 1874 First 6oSrd- OOJ
rsnhsy Ss 90 ds 1000 United States o. 1904 Oak
amos 1000 United States So Isas coupon 9gl. SOO5
kentneky os ISL gsi IS Morris Canal Ia % do i7I
% Reading H. cot 100 do OCT; so Vicksl'1rg 81 -
Second eeard-l@ Reading r. r.. 6s, So do ts4 40
Yieksburg ST 100 do. 81. W. vi ~
SHIP NEWS
CLEAEED-ships Garriek. Trssk, LiverDool 4 4 cal
Inns Coz Cristoyal Colon, Havana; harque Aurrtina
Rotterdam; briggs Envoy Lsguna; Wilson Fuller saSsn
nah Emily, Charleston schooner Despatch Wilmington
N. c.
ARaTED.Barque Montpelier, from New Orleans; sehoon
srs Peru, from do silas Crane iron Nowbern North
Carolina.
bELow.-ons ship, one barque, and one brig.
slilsDships Quebec, London CTistOyal Colon Havs.
hsi 3ngs Hayu Prince; Pioneer st. Marks Emily
Charleston, South Carolina.
Wind fresh, NV.
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u . PREAcHINa IN THE FIRsT WARp.-By Di-
vine permission, there will be preaching every Sab
bath evening, in the English language, by the Rev.
N BAssATYNE, in the German church, al the cor
ner of G and Doth streets. Service to commence at
halfpast o'clock. The public is invited to attend.
Feb. 81, 1876.
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FAIRFAX INSTlTUTR

faiuar Co., Viryinia, near .4israndria, ID. c.
INHE second term Of the eighth annual session
Il OF this institution, will commence with Feb
ruary, and continue To the second week in July;
from which time To September first tho annual vaca-
ton extends.
The subscriber believes that he can offer 10 "a
rents having sons TO educate very peculiar adysn-
iages in the arrangements discipline, and instrue-
ton Of his school His system is adapted 10 Sc
leet number Of pupils, with view TO the exclu-
SION Of bad materials, and the best results 10 bows
Of good character disposed TO study, willing 70 sub
mat 10 discipline, and capable Of being influenced by
honorable and viruous motives. much larger
amount Of time and labor is devoted to them than
Is common in schools generally; the number Of
assistant instructors is large in proportion to the
pupils, and Of high character for competency aud
faithfuness; and the course Of instruction in
the different departments, including the English
language, the classics, and mathematics s thorough
and extensive. The French department continues
10 enjoy the very valuable services Of Professor
De Loutte.
References can be given, If desired, to gentlemen
in the cities Of the District, in Virginia, MARYLAND
and numerous other States, whose sons have been
educated at this institution during the eight years Of
its existence.
Further particulars will be communicated on ap-
plieation 10 the subscriber, Theological Seminary p
o., Fairfax county, Virginia. -
GEORGE A. SMITH, principal.
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nFThe Rev. Mr.. BnowN, M. D., late president
Of Cannonsburg College, Pennsylvania, may be ex-
pectcd to preach in the Capitol on Sunday morning
next, at IL o'clock.
Feb. 27-2t -
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Captain auiiek's reply.
U. s. NAyT.YARD, Washington,

WAsHNeroN, Feb. 81, 1886.
GEsTLEMEs: I have received with much SENSIBLE
ity the friendly communication you have address
ed to me, in behalf Of yourselves and the workmen
employed in the different branches under your
charge the yard, of which have this day resign
ed the command. Its extremely gratifying to me
to know, that while have endeavored to discharge
faithfully my duties to the public service, your
Of the Justice and impartially Of my course to-
wards yourselves and the workmen under you, is
such as to call forth the expression of your and their
sentiments Of esteem gladly avail myself of this
opportunity to again bear testimony, have here
tofore done on all proper occasions, to the industry,
efficiency, and integrity with which you have al
ways performed your several duties while serving
in the yard with me; and cordially reciprocatng
your kind wishes for health and prosperity,
arm, gentleman, very respectfully, your obedien'
servant,
JOHN Fl. AULICK.
To Messrs. John Davis, Of Abel, James Tucker,
William M. Ellis, Anon Woodward, John H
Smoot. James Mccatbran, John Fl. Psake, and 10.
seph M. Padgett.
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For the Union


Copy Of communication addressed 10 Captain John n.
.9ek, u s. mary, by the master mechanics, Sc, u
The Washington nary yard, his resigning the com
mald Of the said yard:
u. s. NAyr.YARD, Washington,
February n, 1886
SIR In consequence Of the event Of your leaving
this yard the undersigned, behalf Of themselves
and their workmen in the different branches under
their charge, beg leave to express their sentiments
Of esteem. During the period Of your command
they have always experienced most pointed atten-
ton the interest Of the service and impartiality in
the administration Of the duties Of the yard.
Wishing you health and prosperity in the pursuit
Of your perilous and honorable profession, we can
only pray the Almighty DisPoser Of Events that
you may be spared to return in safety to the bosom
Of your family.
We are, very respectfully, your obedien, SER
wants,
JoHs DAVIS, Of Abel, master plumber,
JAMES TUCKER, master blacksmith,
WM. NJ Ellis, engineer and machinist,
ANON WOODWARD, master blockmaker,
JoBs II. Snoor, master joiner,
JAMES McCArHRAN, master carpenter,
JOHN II. PEAKE, master painter,
Jos. M. PApGETr, overseer Of laborers.
Captain JOHN II. AUrIck, U. s. N.
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GADSBY'S NEW HOTEL,

Corner Of Pennsylpania .frenue and Third Street,
........ Washington, ID. G.
TINE subscriber having opened the house recent
Il y erected within one square of the railroad de-
pot is prepared to receive his friends and the public
generally. The house is admirably calculated for
the convenience of guests the furniture suited to the
rooms, and the proprietor, determined to offer "a
comfortable home 10 those who may favor him with
their company respectfully solicits share Of public
patronage.
WILLIAM GADSBY.
WAsHNeroN, d. c, Sept, 1s45.
P. S.-W. G. takes this opportunity of remind
ing his friends and the public generally, that GADs,
avs New HorEL is two squares nearer the Capitol
than his former house, and that he Is entirely diS-
connected with any other house or person
WAsHNGroN, ID. c., Oct, 1s45.
Board 81 SO per day; $40 per week.
Charleston Mercury and New Orleans Picayune
,v;I ;nsert the above one month, inner form, and
send their newspapers to the subscriber.
Dec 3l-eoif2m -.
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T AIDES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that at
IL Mann's, Pennsy lvania avenue two doors west
Of 4 street, may be found White English Kid, and
White Satin Slippers Of every size and among tho
neatest in the city.
Also, Ladies' fine Gum Elastic Sandal oyer shoes
the handsomest in town. This over-shos has tho
decided preference over all others.
Gentlemen may also call and find the largest as
sortment Of oyer-shoss to be found in the place
MANN'S,
Sign OF the big black boot
+ u
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and intermediate ages nt proportionate rates; and
the premiums payable semi-annually or QUARTERLY,
ifpreferred. ...
Buys and sells annuiiies-grant, endotoments for
children-makss all contracts in Whieh life OF the an
ttrest Of money Is inpoirsd. 1868.
The policies Of insurance may be made payable
to a wife, child, any other person designated by
the assured. BY an act Of the State Of Maryland,
1910, chapter 2l2, assurances made ~, married
women the lives of their husbands ARE fully pro-
tected from all claims Of creditors.
The proposals and rates, well as blank forms
Of application, may be obtained at the office Of the
company, or its agents. .... ...
JOHN |. DONALDSON, President.
RICHARD B. DoRsEr, Secretary.
June 2-dly
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Feb. 25-Its