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Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
On Field Crops.

Applicants for premiums on field crops will
be required to lodge with the Secretary before
the Societys annual meeting in January de-
tailed statement of the soil on which their crops
were raised, its condition and culture for three
years preyious--amount and kinds of manure,
plaster, lime or ashes uscd--mode of appca-
ton, time of sowing or planting and quantity
of seed--mode Of culture--with manner and
time of harvesting and amount Of crops fur
nshing satisfactory proof of the same and spe-
cimeus of crops to the committee As the pre-
mums are for the best crops, largest amounts
cannot always and perhaps in few cases entitlc
an applicant to premium particularly on po-
tatoes. beans, and carrots, where the value of
varieties greatly Vary as TO ascertain the best
aud most profitable mode of culture is the great
object Of the Society.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26

fast as called for, suspicion was excited against
him; and when it was noticed that bis copies
were exactly alike, all Paris was perplexed and
agitated. He was charged with necromancy
arrested by the police, and to save himself from
the fate, which, ut that time, awaited those who
were charged with sharing 10 do ,cith the Derir'
he was obliged to disclose the art and mystery Of
printing aud to leave the city without delay
Introduce this anecdote to give an idea of the
style Of writing prsctised by the copyists, and to
illustrate the perfection they attained in book
making. The art Of printing has conferred so
many advantages. that we undoubtedly ascribe
to it the origin of many of the nctics and con-
veniences OF books, which belong to the art of
writing.
After the parchment for manuscript books was
prepared, the spaces for pages, coirys,s, aA ynss
were marked out with the greatest exactness ,fh,ase
on one side of the leaf, corresponded with and
backed those on the other side, with the incest
accuracy; which. BY printers is termed register.
! Then, the writing of the copvists instead of be-
ing careless scrawl. or a fashionable running
hand whose elegance is in proportion 10 its lille
gibity, was so uniform and sysematca rs to
be successfully inflated by type, which was done
so closely that the first printed books were bot
and sold as manuscript. They wrote with the skill
Of the cngraver, rather than the carelessness of
modern secretary-in word. their writing was
| printing Nth pen. Most fyou have probably
seen the Autograph and General Remarker, Of
other specimens of the penmanship OF its author
which show how books might le. but not exactly
how they 'cere written; for his style of letters i.
quite different from those used previous to the in
yention Of printing. They very much resemble
what printers call 3lachs or old English
Isaiah Thomas. the Worcester printer. who
was very curious in such matters, and who ha,
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26


Committees were Amounted to award prc-
mums:
On CaYle--Ur Smith Mr. Sib,ev
Sheen d. IIool--Mr. President, Mr.. Newell
Mr.. Stearns
Field Crop.--Mr Stcarns, Mr. Patrick, who
severaliy reported, and their reports were
adopted.
On Motion of Mr. Newell, all other premiums
were to be awarded by Mr. Hooarlch ana MI
Stacy.
On motion of Mr. Goodrich agreed that all
members OF the Society ana their iamlleS wear
badge at the annual show and fair.
Motion by Mr.. Newell, seconded by Mr..
SHAW, that all committees DE residents oil the
Country ;adopted
The following committees were nominated
and unanimously agreedto,
on HORSES.
WIN. Warner BHTWSIon kev' 'ohn H.
Woodward, "eSjora; freoei'ch rie'cher' 'H-
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
Love Her Still.

So Love her still
She hath fallen very low
Thou, who knew'st her long ago,
Little, little, can'st thou see
fkcr girlhood's purity;
But, though Sin hath left its trace
On her once sweet happy face,
And that innocent maiden brow
Droopeth in dark shadow now
Though ifc's glory oil hath fled,
And LIES shame is hers instead.
Love her still!
Love her!--let no harsh, cold word,
Man. from lips OF thine be heard
Woman with no lifted eye
Mock thou her deep misery
Weep ye--tears, give tears alone,
To our world-i orsaken one.
Love her still!
Love her let her feel your love-
Summer showers that fall above
Painting blossoms, leave with them
Fresheped leaf and Strengthened stem;
Sunshine oft doth give again
Bloom the bitter storm hath taken;
And shis human love otouls,
nv the worlds poor faded flowers
Nav be found as dear o boon,
As Gods blessed rain and sun,
Tcrestore their native hue,
And their native fragrance too.
Love her still
Gather round her, weep and prny-
CLASH her. lead her from the way
She doth journey--tenderiy,
From the wrong and misery,
To the better paths where Peace
Waited her with sweet release
From liies heart SO once more
In her breas, the hope OF gore
May be it--ihat blessed hope,
That with earthly loss doth cope,
Earthly sin and earthly shame.
Till ak earth is bu, name,
And the rescued soul is given
With its treasure unto Heaven.
Oh bethink yc OF the bliss
Tina, will Gil your hearts for this,
Loving Friends, what time we see
Shadow after shadow fee
From her pale, sad lace--what time,
Soaring in thought sublime
Ye shall kRoic the while We pray,
TO His angels, G9d doth sag,
LOVE HER STILL.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26

The Uercfordshire Dcvorshire. Ayrshire or
Durham cattle, must be owned and kept in the
County at least three months previous to the
exhibition. Grade or native must be raised in
the County. Working cattle must be RAISED
III THE COUNTY and exhibited so as to show their
WORKING powers, strength, sprightliness, man
age nent &c Sc. Tn, object being 'rori OF
be + in their exhibition, for which purpose cart
thorough bred cattle the committee must have
satisfactory evidence of the purity of blood and
full pedgrees given as far as practicable of
each and all offered for premium. or in case Of
failure no premium shall be awarded f.; the object
being purity as well as quality in other respects,
| in the case of thorough bred stock.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26

In each and every case except ilocks Of %
and upwards, the ieecos that we're shorn from
the sheep shaH be erbibicd wM he sheep offered
for lremium. And the award Of the committee
shall be made after careful examination of
both sheep and wool. The committee must
have satisfactory evidence of the purity of all
Merino and Saxon sheep offered as pure bred or
no premium shall be awarded, unless it is given
them under the denomination of grade sheep.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26

All articles in the list Of Household Manufac-
lures excepting s. broad cloth, satnett and kerr
seymere" must be made by families or persons
exhibiting the same. In no case will premium
be awarded on cloths as Household Manufac-
lures that have been spun and woven in fac
tOries
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
On Farm Implements.

All farm implements must be manufactured
IN NE County and be made to the order of and
for the use Of the man who exhibits them, or
must be exhibited by the manufacturer. In no
case can premium be awarded to one who
merely purchases any farming implement and
has il for sale.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
On Swine.

Bcs, Boar months
old and upward 50 90 largest fat slaughter
I'd best do Hog TO be deter
bes, breading Sow mined at the an
2d best do . nua meeting Of
best litter of pigs, ) of the Society in
and upwards January 1873. IS 90
Cd best DO
In making report on Swine the Committee
are particular y requested to name Ike breeds
their value for lattcning--carly growth &c. The
last premium is offered to crafty any disposed
to raise lqrge hogs, which Is not believed by
majority OF the managers to be generally proti-
table
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
On Fruit Trees and Fruit.

Best nurecry s3O0best sort of fall pears
I'd do Q OF any new variety
best Orchard and Fruit 'lbest sort of Winter
Garden generally; pears Of any new
particular reference variety l
being had to quality best sorts of fall
and variety OF fruit pears l
and culture of old do 2 do Winter
and young trees, pears i
vines &c, &c 8 do sort of plums Of
ID do do 3 any new variety !
best sort of Fall Apples do do peaches !
ANY new variety do Grapes that re-
best sorts of fall APP quirc protection in
pies Winter /
ID do 50best hardy or native
best s sorts of Winter grapes
apples ! greatest variety of fruit
| Cd do so grown by one ind-
greatest variety Of ap- vidual
| pies grown by one
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
On Bu,ter, Cheese. Sugar and Honey.

Greatest quantity Of butter in proportion TO
the number of cows, made in the month
Of June, from any dairy consisting Of
ten cows and upwards $40
I'd do 5
greatest quantity of butter, in proportion to
the number of cows, made in the month
of June, from any dairy, consisting of
five cows and less than ten 3
I'd do
for the best 25 pounds or more of butter
made previous to the first of July 4
Cd do
81 60
4th do
best 100 pounds or more of cheese B
ID do 3
I'd do
best sample Of not less than pounds, Of
loaf sugar manufactured from maple
sugar 3
I'd do
to the man who shall adopt the best method
OF increasing the product of honey, 10 lie
tested by its practical results 3
All exhibiting either Butter, Cheese Sugar
Honey, will be required to furnish the commlttc
a statement of the mode Of manufacturing an
| manner of keeping the article exhibited.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
CIIITTENDEN COUNTY
Agricultural Society.

The Board Of Managers met at Eagle Hall,
Wlliston, January 2G, 1871. Present
Mr.. President,
LIST Vice President
Secretary,
Treasurer.
MANAGERS.
Mr.. Newell, Charlotte,
" Patrick, llinesburg,
Sibiey, Westtord,
as Stanton, Essex,
Wells, Underhll,
Shaw, Jericho.
The funds Of the Society for 1877 were es-
timated for 1913 members and subscribers for
Cuitivator, Sl28,00
l56 do Ayriculturist, III,
SO Members. So
Debts due 40
From State, !53
S4ss,O0
Motion by Mr.. Stcarns, seconded by Mr..
Newell, to offer premiums on different grades OF
Cattle.
Motion by Mr.. Goodrich seconded by Mr..
Patrick, to appropriate certain sums on each
class on which premiums were offered last year.
which after debate was adopted, and the follow
60.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26

This is the nearest
imitation of CaX-
tons type, and of
the writing OF the
copyist, that can be
made by the type in
this office. It's an
... = A. -.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
LIST OF PREMIUMS FOR lSi7.
On Horses.

Best Stallion past years old owned or kept in
the County the season before the fair. SIS 90
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26

Every one exhibiting any horse mare or gel
ding of any age, will be required 10 furnish TO
the committee written statement of their ped
i-ree and age, which the committee are expect
ed to notice in their report, in every case where
the animal is a successful competitor for pre-
MUM; also whether best for heavy draught-
for Il roadster or the Horse for all uork.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
BURLINGTON FREE PRESS
Published at Burlington, Vt,
nv d. w. C. CLA X X L,
Editor ard Proprietor.

+ ms
To Village Subscribers who receive the paper by
the carrier, . SSSO
ifpaid in advance, t. :. $50
Mail subscribers and those who take it at the
Office, invariably, :. -. 2po
ApvERrrsEMENTs inserted on the customary terms.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1847-03-26
On Garden Vegetables and Flowers.

For bcs, Peck of Seed Best Peck Carrots $3.50
ling Potatoes 81 do do Bcets 50
do heads Cabbage 80 do do Parsnirs 80
dot Caufowers 80 do do Tunips 50
do Pumpkins so Most Splendid flower 80
do Squashes 50 do do Boquet so
do 6 Watermeons 80 Greatest variety and
do Muskmelons 80 sorts of Vegetables
do Peck Tomatoes 80 grown BY one indi-
do do Onions 50 ydual
In awarding premiums on all garden Vcgota-
bes excepting for the greatcstvaricty and sorts,
quality instead Of size will govern as the object
is 10 determine which is best for taLie use.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
DRAGGING.

We love to hear couple Of chaps get together
that understand it, and brag hard about what they
can do. It's what Sam Slick calls "human natur,' y
and we can't study it too much. Here is about as
cute specimen of Dragging, which resulted in the
nonpus OF one Of the parties, as we have heard of
late
Mr. SMITH.-I understand, Mr. Jones, that you
can suf" any thing neater than aeysman y this
Mr. JoNEs.-Yes, Mr.. Smith, said so.
Mr.. Swell, Mr. Jones, don't like to brag,
but there is not live man on earth can turn a
thing as well as can whitte it.
Mr.. J.-Poh, nonsense, Mr.. Smith, tall1yabout
your whiting; what can you white as well as
can turn it Z?
Mr.. S.-Any,hing, everything, Mr.. Jones'
Just name the article that can't white better
than you can turn, and will give you V if |
don't do 1t to the satisfaction of all these gentlemen
present.
Ma. J.-Well, Mr.. Smith, suppose we take
two grlndstones, just for trial; you may white
and will turn.
Mr.. Smith slid.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03

Thirty men worked until morning in scraping to-
gether enough earth from the barren soil to make
breasiwork for the 2i-pounders. Our two howitzers
were left without the slightest protection in front.
was awakened early in the morning by sweet,
plantive, melancholy strain Of music. IL was the
Mexican reveille on "Cerro Gordo," opposite To
our position, and from summit across to summit
about eight hundred yards jumped up, crept
along through the bushes that masked our position,
and saw beautiful spectacle in the rosy morning
light The main body of the Mexican army were
turning out at reveile the lancers-the chivalry
OF NleNico-were there, with their lances and
streaming pennons; the zapadores, (sappers,) tho
artilleris,s drawn up beside their guns, and far
down the mountain slope were assembled in groups,
by hundreds and thousands, the Mexican infantry.
1t was beautiful morning Turning and NOV
ing little to the left, saw far flow me the Jala-
pa road and the batteries that guarded it, Here,
too, the Mexican reveille was given to the breeze,
aud the soldiers were turning out from their grass
matched huis. Still further to my left, and almost
in rear, were unmasked and exposed to view all the
remaining lines of the Mexican detences; and the
mountain we occupied commanded all their Bate
ries, except the one on Cerro Gordo, which still
trowned down upon us. Little did the men who
held that height suppose that in one hour %
FOUNDER and two 2i-pound howizers would open
upon them from amidst the Clouds
tiastlly making this survey of our relative posi-
IONS, L returned To our guns, them up OH the
oh Of the enulement covering the "a FOUNDER, and
sci the men at work clearing up the ground in
'front.' "A few loose stones, such as we could pick
up near at hand were thrown together in front OF
ZACH piece, covered with bushes to prevent frag-
nents of the stones from injuring the men. Our
ammunition boxes were taken from the carriages and
placed in little hol'ows Of the ground most favorable
or security; but no place was secure as the enemy
lad punging fire upon us. We had expected that
IN epau!ement would be thrown up for our guns, and
'ou may Imagine our anxiety when, about an hour
eiore the time appointed for opening our fire, we
ound ourselves without protection for either gums
" men. :
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
POETRY.
POETIC PROSE.

The following passage occurs as plain prose, neal
the commencement of the sixth book of Irving's
History Of New York":-
"Thc gallant warrior starts from soft rcpose,
From golden visions and voluptuous ease;
Where, in the dulcvt piping time of PEACE
He sought sweet soace after all his tolls.
No more in Beauty's syrn lap reclined,
He weaves fair garlands for his lajys brow;
No more tntwincs with flowers his shining sword,
Nor through the livc-long summers day
Chaunts forth his love sick soul in nadrigals.
TO manhood reused, he spurus the amorous flute,
Doffs from his brawny back the robe Of peace,
And clothes his pamper,d limbs in panopy Of steel
Der his dark brow, where late the myrtle waved,
Where wanton roses breathcd cnervatc love,
He rears the bcaming casquc and nOdding plume;
Grasps the bright shield and pondcrous lance,
Or mounts with eager prize his fiery stecd,
And burns for deeds Of glorious chiv airy"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
S d M W E r.
by n. r. UPPER.

Warm Summer! yes, the very word is warm;
The hum of bees is in il, and the sight
or sunny fountains gIancng silver light,
And the rejoicing world and every charm
OF happy nature in her hour of love,
Fruits. flowers, and flies, in rain bow glory bright
The smile of God CLOVIS graciously above,
And genial earth is grateful day BY day
Old faces come again. with blossoms gay,
Gemning in gladncss meadow, garden grove:
Haste with thy harvest, then, my so.tnncd heart,
Awake thy better hopes of better days,
Bring in thy fruits aud flowers of thanks and praise
And in creations paan take thy part.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
Just Received.

WHITE s. CO., have just received 1000 lbs
w best quality pure green Rio Coffee, fine Porto
Rico Sugar, very superior Molasses, 10 Sacks filled
Salt, Ton Nice Castings, assorted, Tubs, Buckets,
Coolers, Brooms, &c., sc.
EXPECTED THIS WEEK.
1000 his Cotton Yarns,--all for sale on the low
est terms.
Stanton, April 90, 1S47
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03

A very long and deeply interesting accon9t. in
detail, of the great battle OF Buena VISTA from the
pen of ole of the Arkansas officers appears in Nc
Little Rock Gazette. The writer. after vivid
sketch of the scenes the battlefield during those
two days OF fearful carnage, says:
''NO man living could have won the battle but
Gen. TAYLOR. His presence gave confidence to
The men. While he sat there unconcernedly ON
his white horse, target FOR the balls and vet I'M
hurt. every man felt like NAY when he said to his
men at the gloorniest moment: Men, the day can
he gained yet, and the dragons have to do it!''
The same confidence would not have been felt in
any ether man; and TO Gen. TAYLOR it is owing
that our arms not disgraced and this brave lit
tie army sacrificed. What punishment from an
Indignant people does not that Administration de-
serve, which. either from spite, malice, fear of a
successful Generals popularity or stupidity, vo-
UNFAIRLY and without any necessity leaves five
thousand men hundreds OF miles in an enemy's
country to be sacrificed? 1t is frightful to think
of! Had we been defeated, not one man in ten
would have reached the Rio Grande How many
homes and hearths would have been left desolate-
how much misery and ruin, caused by its insane
acts, would have drawn down legions Of curses.
loud and deep, on the Administrators imbecile
head ~
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
WHITE & CO.,

MAY 3, 1S47.
A RE just in receipt of 20 sacks (illed) Salt,
IA 1000 lbs. best Cotton Yarn, Richmond prices;
20 pieces Of White and Mourning prints; Is do,
checked and striped Cambrics and Jackonetts; 10
Kegs assorted Nails, and large assortment Of
terms.
Nav 6, 1917
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
Notice ia tire Public.

TTNTIL the completion of the Virginia Hotel,
which is now being erected on the site of the
Washington Hotel, the undersigned will acconmo-
ate their friends and the public generally at the
Bell Tavern They believe their arrangements
will be such as to give comfort and satisfaction to
those VINO may call.
WILLIAM II. CARRIER,
MICHAEL G. HARTMAN.
Stanton, April %, l647.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03

The State OF New York is at present in a strange
predlcament, which will cause great deal of trou-
bic if she does not get cut of it soon. A New York
letter of Monday says: cit appears that every
member to whom nominations for Judges have been
offered has refused 10 accept, preferripg to follow
his profession rather than take an Office worth fE-
teen hundred dollars year. Lawyers competent
to SIT on the bench can make easily four or FIVE
Thousand dollars year at their profession"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03

lady of our acquaintance, says exchange
paper, young, lovely and intelligent, called on
celebrated physician ''to do something" for rush
of blood to the head. 81 have been doc,oring my
SELF" said the anguid fair one, with smile to the
bluff, though kind Nj. d., while he was feeling her
pulse. ''Ah! howe" ''Why, | have taken Bran
dreth's Pills. Fairs Pills, Stranberg's Pills, Sands
Sarsaparilla, James EXpeclorant, used DIR. Sher-
mans Lozenges and Plaster, and ..My hea-
vens, madam" exclaimed the astonished doctor,
all these do your complaint no good "No then
what shall take 90 pettishly inquired the patient
"Take !" Take 2" exclaimed he, after moments
reflecton-''take off your corsetsio
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
ERaDrcEE:s.

WHITE s. CO., have in store, bought in New
w York, large and beautiful assortment of ele.
gantly finished handled Umbrellas, Parasols, Par
asolets and Sun Shades, which will be sold at re-
duced prices.
April II lS17
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
-SYAUETON,

time, find that Pve ''drum'd up'' customer
though its mother says it's darlng,] that
bids fair to make larger bill for me than shall
ever make with my friend of the Drops
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03
just Received.

A FRESH Supply of Copal Varnsh, Castor
"A Oil, Starch, Sweet Oil, Watch Oil and Lon
don Mustard, just received and for sale by
TEiOS. p. ESKRlDGE,
At the Sign of The Golden Mortar
Staunton, April Is, lS47. Democrat copy
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-06-03

A Curious OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES is i,illionq
The reply is very simpe-a million times million.
thls is quickly written. and quicker still pronoun-
ced bot man is able TO count it, You NAV
count 100 or 10 in minute but let us even sup
pose that you may 20 as fer rs 300 then an hoLt
viii produce 1900; day $4,000 and year Of
500 days los. 10000. Let US suppose now that
ADAM at the first beginning of his existence, had
begun to count had continued to do So. and was
counting still he would not even noly. according
to The usually supposed age o our globe, have count
cd near enough For to count billion. he would
require 90i2 years, "a days, 5 hours, and 80 min
utcs.