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Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-10-27
SPIRIT OF AMERICAN LIFE.

W. select the following racy, spirited and
truthful sketch of the life Of american bust
ness men, from ''Ihe Artist, Merchant and
Statesman" work by G. Edwards Lester
the celebrated author of the s. Glory and
Shame of England which created such a
sensation in the Literary and Political world
few years ago. He depicts In forcible
manner the greedy spirit of gain, the strife for
the IS almighty DOLLAR in the struggle to OBJ
tain which almost the whole intellect and en-
terprise of the national mass seems to center.
Let those followers of Mammon who have
concentrated all their energies In the pursuits
Of g filthy lucre," be warned In time, cultivate
their minds more and their business less
Il well know that nations, as well as indl-
viduals, have a career to run, which begins
with infancy, and finishes with old age, and
that a certain analogy may be traced in the
history of their developments. We are still
in the flush and vigor, and heat OF youth,
when all is fire and impetuoSity. We have
not vet reached the age of thought-we have
not vet found leisure for reflection. But we
are emerging from the dusty heat of the race
course, and coming out upon the sloping hill
side, where the air is pure, and the landscape
is smiling. few have already learned the
great secret of happiness-the object and the
charm of life. tits singular, too, that many
of this class are the very men who have been
the victims Of the American spirit-buslness
men, who were diverted from study in youth
by the golden dreams that enthral so many of
the choicest minds of our country. They en-
tered the contest-they mingled in its heat and
fury, and they were at last compelled TO leave
the field, exhausted, worn down, tired out,
sad, too, with the thought that the charm of
life was broken. Some of them are able to re-
tire with ample ortune, but too generally is it
true, that the American never abaDdons his
business till his business abandons him; and
so far as this spirit overcomes the better sense
of our citizens, it is even considered danger
Gus for man to retire from active life-eyery
BODY says he will die. And | believe there
is some truth in it too; but how sad COM
mentary does it offer upon. our system OF life
"a system which turns man so entirely Into
machine, that reflection kills him 4! And the
poor victim Of toll is obliged to toll on, and
work himself into the grave, to keep out of 1t,
through that very period of life nature has
consecrated to the hallowed pleasures Of re-
tirement and reflection.
s. 1t is dreadful spectacle to see the poor
victims overtasked muscles still strained in
the counting-house, and along the marts of
commerce, when he should have long ago fled
to some quiet retreat, among the green fields
and dashing waters, and still woods, and mag
| ical gardens, to survey the journey OF LIE ne
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-10-27

~ We commend the following to the care
full attention of our readers. 1t is extract
from a letter addressed by the venerable
Huidekopper, of Meadville, Pa, to the Chris
tan World, religious misrepresentation
has maintained a violent warfare upon Gen.
Taylor, ever since his nomination. The let
ter presents in a nutshell, abundant reasons
why the old hero should be preferred over
both his competitors, for the high station to
which they aspire:
ssWhat is the question before the people 7
1t is not, what candidates are TO be taken up
for the Presidency. That question was set
tied three months ago, and the only point
which remains to be decided is, whether Gen.
Ia lor or Gen. Cass is to be our next Presi-
dent. for, as to Mr.. Van Buren,, no sane man
can expect him to be elected. As the selec-
ton is, therefore, between Gen. Taylor and
Gen. Cass, it follows, as necessary conse-
ouence. that every effort you make to prevent
the election of Gen. Taylor, is an effort to pro-
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-10-27
NG6@GfIIIMDo

II We publish below SO much of the Election
Law as we deem necessary to govern the judges
in conducting any general election
LAWS OF WISCONSIN,
AN ACT TO provide for holding general and spe-
cial Elections, the time when, the manner Of
holding the same, and the qualifications, disabil-
tiles and privileges of electors.
The people of the State Of Wisconsin, represented
IN the Senate and Assembly do enact as follows:
TITLE 1.
SEcr1oS /. Every male person of the age OF
twenty-one years or upwards belonging to either
OF the following classes who shall have resided in
the State for one year next preceding any election
shall be deemed qualified eIector at such cleo
ton
Ist White citizens of the United States.
ID White persons of foreign birth, who shall
have declared tn il intentions to become citizens
conformably 10 the laws OF the United States on
the subject Of naturalization.
Sd Persons OF Indian blood, who have once
been declared By law of Congress citizens of the
United States, any sub eque 1t law of Congress to
the contrary Notwithstanding.
4th Civilized persons OF Indian descent not
members of any tribe.
SEC p No person under guardianship, non COM
pos mentis or insane shall be qualified to vote al
any election nor shall any person convicted of
treason OF felony be qualified to vote at any cleo
ton unless restored civil rights any person
who has made any wager or bet depending upon
the result OF an election Al which he shall offer to
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-10-27

with the poll list to the town clerk Cor clerk o.
any city or village as the case may beg to be filed
In his office
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-10-27
HOW SOME; PEOPLE GET INTO Sc
CIETY.

Society means certain set of people who
bow to each other in the street, make morn
ING calls upon each other, and attend each 9TH
ers parties. People who do none OF these
things are said not to go into society.
Good society is made up of people who live
in good houses, In good parts OF the city; who
have good furniture; wear good clothes, and
are In some respectable business, or rich
nough to live without any.
Fashionable society supposes little more
than this; little more wealth, pretension and
display. People of fashionable society must
figure at the Opera and go to Saratoga
Iney must wear expensive shawlsS and dIa-
monds, keep carriage, and make themseys
especially elegant and recherche.
There is a class OF ultra fashionables, made
up of what are called parUenues, people
grown rich by speculation; who have lived
all their lives In a vul gar manner, are very
anxious to make up for lost time. They live
extravagantly; keep servants in livery make
great dash and display, and give themselves
airs which, to all sensible and well-bred peo-
ple are very ridiculous. Conscious that
they have nothing but their wealth to recon-
mend them, they make the greatest possible
display Of it on all occasions, and naturally
entertain the greatest contempt for all who are
destitute of their only claim upon public at
tention.
Inere Is ABOVE dlf tittSt d sinai IidoS "a an
unobtrusive, pure and gentle aristocracy, de-
pendent upon education, taste and refinement,
which without any delay, is everywhere OBJ
served, and is the especial envy OF the par
venues and fashionables. AS the rank of this
society does not depend on riches, the poor, to
a certain extent, as well as rich, belong to II;
and it is, by its qualities and constitution, the
most exclusive OF all societies, since 1t Is qui
impossible for any one to belong to 1t without
possessing the proper qualifications. Besides,
the ambition OF aspIrants is generally directed
to the more snowy sets of fashion and flash.
1t is curious to observe the efforts which
people make to get into the society OF their
ambition. The ladies are especially anxious.
There is nothing they will not do to get In
troduced to certain people, and to obtain the
recognition Of certain coteries. For this they
break up housekeeping, and board at fashion
able hotels. For this they move from street
to streets and square to square; paying rents
beyond their incomes, and running their hus-
bands in carpets and upholstery. For this
they run up heavy bills at dry good stores,
and ride about in a carriage when their nus
bands are running their legs off, stunning to
nav their notes in Wall street. For this they
struggle to get the best pew In the most lash
ionabIe churches, where they go Sunday alter
Sunday. greatly against their inclinatlons, the
only consolation being that some person OF
acknowledged position saw their new shawl.
-UniUerse.
THE CASE IN A NUTsHELL--A venerable
Il x.1i
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-10-27

zeal ladder, doubt. in time, they are in fair
way for its-Daiiy .4drertiscr
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-10-27

TERMS:
To Village Subscribers, 81 so
To Office and mail Subscribers, 90
II payment be delayed for six months, so cents
will be added to the above terms.
II No paper discontinued Except at the option
OF the Editor until all arrearages are paid.
RATES OF ADVERTISING
One square, III lines or less) one Insertion 81 90
q Each additional insertion, 3S
One month " 90
Three months - 3 90
Six months, 90
One year, on
Half a colum, for six months 10 90
- For year, Is 90
One column, for six months, ID 90
For one year IS 90
ID--All advertisements considered by the square
unless xperwise agreed upon and charged for UNI
nt ordered out
IL Affidavit of publication withheld IN all ca
se- until the advertisement is paid for.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-10-27

THE CASE IN NUTsHELL.-A venerable
clergyman in an adjoining county, holding
a familiar talk with his Van Buren, son-ln-law
lately, on politics. The young man was urg-
ing an entire forgetfuincss OF Van Buren's
past misdeeds, and a reference only to his pres
ent apparent position. Suppose man, at
ter living life of wickedness, should repent,
and ask to be received into your church
wouldn't you admit him o. he inquired. Ser
tainly," was the reply of the clear-headed Old
man; certainly if his repentance was SIN
cere: but until we had tried his faith We
wouldn't make bishop of him. That is it,
The State guard., 1848-09-05
STATE OF ALABAMA, }
 t usauCa County.

Special Orphdn's Court, July i2, 1918.
 Isaac Stephens Guardian of Jeptha Moore, Archibald Moore, & Lucinda Moore heirs of Rachael Moore, dec'd, having re. moved beyond the jurisdiction of this Court without having settled his accounts as such Guardian, and on application of the said heirs by attorney, IL was ordered by the Court that publication be made m the State Guard, a newspaper published in the Cit7 of Wetumpka, Ala, notifying said Isaac Stephens, Guatdian as aforesaid, to be and appear att regular Orphans Court to be holden at Kingston Tor said county on the fourth Monday in October next, and file his accounts and vouchers for settlement of his Guardianship of said Jeptha Moore, Archibald Moore, and Lucinda Moore. And further that unless he appear at the time and place above named, an account will be stated by he Judge of said Court in favor of said heirs, and settled as now required by law.
 Copied from the minutes.
 Wm. N. THOMPSON Jr. Cpk
 July 25, lS4s Pr, Ge' S5l 30.t.
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TALLADEGA
White Sulpler Springs.


 IA THESE well known and highly ITm reputed Springs are now open sne ready for The reception of visitors. The well known healthy location, and fo- mantle scenery CT this place. needs no comment from Us. The House and Cotta~ ges are in thorough repair, eitn new Furni. iure, and thorough onl fit of all the ar. engagements sufficient io accommodate 350 or AGO persons. Seypral iaieated Musi- cians have been engaged, SO that the tx- tensive Ball Room may be kent constantly supplied xiih Music. free of charge. Tn short, no pains Of expense will be spsred to render il delightful place of resort for the gay and fashionable as well as ihe iH- valid during fhe suuin CT months.
 The subscriber having been for the last sixteen years conLected with several first, class hotels, in the Sosihern Staies. and more rccentlY superintendent with Mir. Rudler of the Riato a, Montgomery, Ala. hatteis himself that he can give entire satisfaction To all ho may favor him with a visit. J. MELR0.SE WALKER,
 Lessee dnd Wondger.
 P. s. Arrangements have been made Tor HACK 10 lntersect MT Powell's daily line of four horse post Coaches from Mont-s gomery at Syllacogsa regularly.
 July IS, 1S4S. 29-2m.
The State guard., 1848-09-05

O,phans' Court, Aug. 20, lS45.
 THIS day csIne Hiram w. Sanders hd
 l miuistrator of the estate of James Hen. derson deceased, and files his petition, set ting forth in substance. as follows Thai the deceased died seized ard possessed oi the following tract or parcel of Land 10 wit: 50 acres of Land, part of the North East quarter of section IT, in Township 22, of Range 2i, lying and being in Tslapoosa county, aforesaid, and that the same can not be equally, fairly, and benefcially divid- ed among the heirs of The .aid deceased without sale thereof. That Nancy, wife o! William G. Sanders, and Matilda Hen- derson, who are of full age, and Ann E. Henderson minor who reside in Clark county, in the State ot Arkansas, Jesse M. Henderson a minor, residing in Oktlbbaaa county in the State of Mississippi, Leure- na, wife of Hiram w. Sanders, and James Henderson who are of full age, and Lem> uel Henderson, Mary J. Henderson. Rich. ard ". Henderson and William D. Hen- derson, who are minors residing in Talla- pcosa county, are the only legal heirs and representatives of the said deceased, he therefore prays the Court to grant an order for the sale of tie said Land.
 !, It is therefore ordered by the Court, that John A. Jordan. be appointed Guardian ad Ii i'm of the minor heirs, and that publication be made in the "State Guard, a newspaper published in the city of Wetumpka for 40 days, notifying the nonresident heirs to be and appear al an Orphans Court fo oe held for said county, on the 2nd Monday in October next to show cadse, why the said petition should nor he granted
 'ss "A ae JOHN A.eJQRDAN, Clerk. 4 Sept. 5. isis, (4s9. Pr's fee Sl29-5e-5t.
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and southern whigs in bringing about a fair and equitable compromise of the terri torial question. will now support our nomi- nees cordially, actively, and to the end.- l could go yet further, and state what per- sonally know to be actually true--that southern whigs,. as leading and influential men as any in the whole south, seeing the united and unanimous opposition of nor thern whigs in Congress to the constitu- tional rights of the south-beholding the extraordinary indications now disclosing themselves. of a general disposition among the whigs of the North to fraternise with the barnburners in support of Van Buren and Adams--perceiving, as all discerning men must now at last perceive, that Gen eral Taylor hassreally no strength any where, and that the only hope of defeat- ing the abolition ticket of Buffalo, and thus securing the safety of the South and the integrity of the Union, lies in the suc- cess of the democratic ticket have not hesitated to avow strong doubt whether it is not their duty, as true patriots and southern men, to come with all their weight and influence to the support oi Cass and Butler. Ispeak not hastily on this point and those who receive this suggestion ligatly, will in very short time find it made good, and even transcen- ded, by actual facts.
 Having corrected the misrepresenta- tions which provoked this commun ication, have the honor to be, &c.,
 HIS. FOOTE.
The State guard., 1848-09-05
CHILD-BIRTM VALUABLE

NHILD-BHHe He TH A VALUABLE
 V Scientific work, upon the subject of Cessation and Child Birth, by R. M. Weisselhof M. D late ot Paris just pub lished by the author. This work contains information upon subjects of the highest importance to married persnns, or those contemplating marriage. IL will be found of special value to those whose means. health, or other circumstances, do not per init them 10 increase the number of their family, without great inconvenience, sui ferIng, or perhaps risk of lie. A method ot avoiding these. troubles and dangers ali will, (recently discovered by celebrated physicianl is fully communicated in this work, so that any person may avail him self of it at once. Tue means cost com- paralively nuthing. and are within the reach of all, The process is new. safe. infaIlibte, convenient, simple, and cannot injure the most delicate. Nor does it cur tail matrimonial privileges in the least.- Copies of this work will be sent, in close envelope, at single letter postage. to any part of the Oniled States, for SI sen;. post paid, to Dr. R. M. WeisselhoG Box 27l0. New York City. Copyright secured. No Bookseller allowed to sell this work.
 Dr. Weisselhoff's residence is No. 5 Stanley Park, Bloomingdale, abaye 18th Street.
 New York, Aug. 9, 1918. 35 gm.
 Daily or Weekly newspapers, in any part of the U. States may copy the above advertisement-DaiIy papers for one month, Weekly for three months,--(in all cases uside) and send their bills, wnh a copy of the paper. to Dr.. R. M. Wessel hoff. If the terms seem reasonable, the advertisement will no doubt be continued Pavment of bills will be made through V B. Palmer's newspaper agency, if desired.
The State guard., 1848-09-05
The State of 4 Af.l fDaIma. NnnCA nnHNVfV

Orphan's Court TdcatiOa July 3l, ls4s
 ETSHlS day came William M. Lindsey % -l Administrator of he Estate oi James Lindsey Deceased. anl flies his ac- counts and vouches for final settlement O. said Estate. Whereupon il is ordered by the Court that publication be made in the ''State Guordn Newspaper printed m the city of Welumpka, for iorly days requir- ing all persons interested in said Estate to be and appear at special term of this Court to be holden on the fourth monday in september next at the Court House in our said county, then and there to show cause if any they have why such final settlement should not be made.
 4 true copy from the minus.
 Attest. l. M. SuT"rLE. Cl'k.
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RESCUE TO THE AFFLICTED {! The Celebrated Jew Dayidss or
 HEBREW PLASTER

4 Certaiin Remedy for FIXED Pains in
 hc Side, Chcst, Loins, Back, Bouels,
 Muscles, Rheumatism in all as various
 forms, Nervous AfectionS, Lung and
 Lirer Complaints, Spinal A.gcctio,as, Fe-
 mule Weaknesses, S'c., Src. ESOR THE ABOVE COMPLAINTS N this Plaster has no equal. The great celebrity which it has already acquired, not only in the old but the new world. the ex- lraordinary cures il has performed in the most extreme cases of suffering, have &C., qnired for il such reputation, that the pro- pretoi has nor, until recently, been able to supply hall the drlhand. The sales lhsough- out every town and village in the Uuiled States, are without parallel A circum- stance not al all surprising when the vast amount of human suffering relieved by it's use is considered. h spinol defects ih. benefit usually is of ihe most dec ded char arter. In nervous complaints, nineteen cn- eifating stimua combined in this valuable prerarafion.
 In umatism, either acute CT chronic, the claims of the Hebrew Plaster havr long since been universally acknowledged. Those who are laborng under weak backs. no matter from what cau,e the weakness may have originated. fcven il sucl, per.on have been misguided in previous app!ica- tions) in the use ol the Hebrew Plaster they will find the affected part suddenly | restored to its original soundarss. As support in cases of constitutional reakness, it will b. found of er' al advsn- lage it Is particularly recommended 10 Fe males who are suffering from sudden weak ness or general debility. In short 1t embra- ces all the virtues whch the most scientif. ic mind was capable ol rompoundng from valuable substance found in the old world and will be found entirely free from those objections which are souice of complaint with the numerous spread plaster now be- fore the public. ....f. n- These plasiers possess tic advan- tage of being rut up in air-,ight boxes, and hence they retain ihcir Jul rirtRes in alt climates.
 Price 50 cents box-each box contain ing sufficient 10 spsad six or eight plas,ers. Sold VI Nholesale and Retail bv SCOVlL & MEAD, No. so Chafttes Street, New O-eans, La. general Agents for the South and West.
 Sold by w. B. COOPER. welumpka, Ala. Cosier < Cox Montgomery. Ala. c. Howler, Thskeeea, Ala, Pearson & Cress. Dadetille, Ala. P. A. x J. w. N ise Dud- leyvllle, Ala, J. w. Huey < Go, Talade- ga, Ala.
 March 2s, 1S43. l3 3m.
The State guard., 1848-09-05
state of Alabama.
 COOSA COUNTY. {

Regular Orphan's Cour1, August ', 1e4s. THIS day came Seth P Sorrs Guar IL dian of Mereweiher c. Sprarlin, Georgia Ann F. Sprallln and Sophia A. Spratin, and files his accounts & vouchers for partial settlement oi his said Wards Estates which accounts and vouchers have been separately exam,ned and stated for allowance. It is therefore ordered that forty days notice be given by publication of this orler in the "Siaie Guard" news paper printed in the City of Welumpka, requiring all persons concerned in the pre- mises 10 be and appear al a regular tern, oi this Court, to be holden on the first Monday of October next. al the Courthouse in said County, there and then 10 show cause why such settlement should moi be made.
 4 true copy from the minutes.
 AHeSt: I. ". SUTTLE, CI'k.
 Aug. 22, 1S1S. (pr. lee $7) 34-6t
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New Foundry.

(Montgomery Manufacturing Co.)
 HAVE just received large supply oi L1t the most select patterns from the Nor theri cities, of Frnce, Boicony ana Tomb Rdilings. Those who are in want are invited 10 call and exaLiine their seec- tion, the choicest and cheapest ever vel presented to the citizens of our State. Or ders for these will have particular attention and ihe quality of the castings warrented equal to any Northern work. let
 GINDRAT & co. Ag'ts Montgomery nufactming 8. Co. Orders from abroad will be promptly filled and drawings of our various patterns fur. nished parties who live at distance.
 Montgomery, June 27, l84S. 26-tf
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Saw and Grist Mill Irons.

THE Montgomery Manufacturing A- Company have in connection win their Boundary and Machine department, a complete Blacksmlh's shop, and are now prepared Tor the prompt execution oi all orders for Iron work of every discrip- tion. Particular preparation has been made for Saw and Grst mills and miller, and others may, with confidence rely upon procuring promptly goud and sub- stantlal irons on terms more reas onabl, than they have heretofore been offered tc them in this city. Saw mill c,anks ane Grist m'll spindles both cast and wrought and ali other descriptions of Mill lrons constantly on hand warranted.
 Highest prices paid for old Iron.
 GlNDRAT & CO,
 Montgomery, June ?, is4s. 2e-,f
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 For Sale.

NNlE subscriber wishes to sell his 1 plantation in Coosa county known as the HOBDAY lands, hes within twenty miles of Welumpka and within three miles nf Nixburgh, and contains 960 acres. A discription of the quality and other particu' lars are deemed unnecessary --suffice it te say, .is as good cotton and corn land as is to be found in the county, there are now cleared and in cultivation about l60 acres A comfortable dwelling House with neces- sarY out buildings. The whole will be sold for one third cash. and the balance on a credit of one and two years with a mort. gage on the premises. The land will be divided to suit purchasers. As to the quality &c., of said land 1 would respect. fully refer 10 Arch'd McMilan Esq, whe resides upon the premises.
 ALSO.
 That desirable residence in the city ol Weiumpka occupied al lhis time hy Reu' ben Hill Esq, the healthiness 0, the slfua. ton is well known. the lot measures 15G feet front by 300 fee, deep and under good repair.
 ALSO.
 The following vacant Lots to vii: Subdivision Lot No. 3, u original Lot
 No. 223, No 8, in West Wetumpka ditto
 No. 57 One undivided half of original Lol
 No. 26l For terms, which will be accommodating apply 10 Messrs. w H. McKleroy &Co in the city ot Wetumpka. Or 10 the sub. scrber at Socapatoy Coosa County.
 JNO A. CAMPBELL. September 5lh lS4S. 36-1m