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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1849-04-24
70 BOOKSELLERS AND MERCHANTS

TO BOOKSELLERS AND MERCHANTS
.,nOMAS, CoWPErTHWAlT II co, PcriisAr'
i Asp Bo0gsRLLRks No. Is .hdrket Street. Pansst
phio invite the attsnt on Of booksellers, Merchants
and Others interested ~ The cause of Education, " w
valuable School Boots published by the'h-iuVh'
which are thr following, VIZ: Mtcheil's Grosraph'-
Series comprising Primary Geography, lntefmediaH =
Srcondary G-ography, School Geography ana h.'-'
Ancient GruVaniy ant htlaJ and Biblical % sasD'
School Geography; CrecRr's First lessons M niso
mar, Grrrie'- Analyss, Ghander's Grammar, jar :,
IN, sinlp.y, Johuslons Turner's Chrmsiry Johnston
Philosophy; Pinnock's School Histories, Enrap'
Frnncr Rome and Greece; Swan's Spelling bo"A =
srr.. oi Readers; Frost's History Of The United s'a
and American Speaker picots series OF French rs
ers; smiths Introductory Arithmetic Sm.'a y
Duhr's Arithmetic; Smiths Key; smiths algts
smirh's Bots Analytical Geometry; Wilms-n's bra.
rr, Guy aud Keith on the Globes; SCOTS Lessons,
cuiu's Spanish Grammar, &c, &c.
T.. 4 ~ 20 also the Publishers oi 'afiH.
Law Mrdlcl! and Miscellaneous Books, aud, 10 aSo
ton their own Books, keep constantly on mana -
largest assortment Of Books and Stationary TO be iou.
,he United states, which VIII be sold al Tue 'oH
prices for cash or approved acceptances.
tuIa
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,eniion 10 the vacancy. hphl IU-ciaI.s@ -
STaUNTuN RIVER LAND FOR SAIL
,ayE offer Tor sale the Tract OF Land belonging I
w The Estate Of John Armisr-ad, deceased, W.
an St.unton river. IN the county 81 Charlotte. ~
tracf ~ land contains $40 acres, OF which GOOD pV
n,rtnn l. >i rate river bottom with abOnt 400 arr
III hi.h lad ~ original forest, nearly all VI whish "
nr.t raj. tobacco lad. There highly Improved :.
lind lots also mprot- I'd lois the bottom 'nh lo'
tona,co wheat, &c. TINS tract Of land lie, iinm'l
atry On S,aunion river, few miles above The Wop,
I'd crossing ~ the Richmond AMI Danvilie kaitVai
and i situated III neigh1o!huod or refinement all
intelligence equal 10 any ~ the Stat.
Persons wishing view thus land are rrir'ied - W.
!. r. Riusnn who resides near II, ar Mr.. Green W.
manager, On the preini--I -
JOHN w. ARMS FAD.
THOMAS PUGH,
Executors Of John Arnislead, deceased
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1849-04-24

Papers printed in the districts vacant for Sair -
d-- uiII confer favor upon ihelr patrons oy cahhs
,,,,inn ~ me- vacancy April lO--claf:tSS.ic
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1849-04-24


For forty.6ve years, Though AL administration,
he has discharged he duties OF bis office with
ici,y aud honesty, ano 10 the satisfaction oil all
parties. Ii is let, Tor the present "no-party' Ad-
minislra!ion TO prescribe and disgrace such a
man!
Look next al The appointment OF iFiIz iienry
Warren as Second Assistant Postmaster Gene.
raj, Chief headsman OF Mr. Colamer he LETT
his naive Stale with a cloud over his reputation
in his business af1aiIs, and, while in Iowa, was
the tool OF the Wings first IN intriguing by mis-.
representation and deception 10 oeeat The eec-
ton OF UaneI States Senator'S, and secondly, IN
buyins paui bribing The Mormons, who had not
shadow OF lille TO votes, 20 press down The scale
Of Tayiorisc,. He is lovely spec,nen Of The
"ncnvsiy, capacity and fidelity" and The mo
partyism," hich we were led TO expect Next,
We have The appointment oil McGaughey, as Go
vernon el Minnesota. who was rejected BY The Sen
ale-a most righteous judgment He was
shallow, Va. n. partzan, anG in his sea. n Con-
sress aspess q the honor OF the country by advo.
.alng The withdrawal OF our army this side OF
the Sabine For The same Office was then Sc
lecled Gov. Pennington OF New Jersey, who in
his ultra par,yism defeated he elective franchise
under her'brosd seal oihe STATE He declined Tue
Office. but his selection is none The less indicative
OF purpose 10 seleci men The most ultra, tie
mos, odious 10 The Democratic party. Oh one Of
lae Judges appointed 10 Minnesota. We let the
Wing papers draw lheic portraits. They GO not
hesitate 10 declare that his appointment was mot
fl, 10 be made" The Fraaato; Commonwealth,
, ne Wing organ of Kentucky has Inc following:
BENJAMIN 3. MEEKER.- Among me APP
po;,,menis announcsd in our paper Today wiii
ne found that Of .Berj amin 8. MsekeI al Ken
tucsy,' 10 be one OF he United States Judges Tor
The Territory OF Minnesota As friends OF The
and az guardians. IN an humble
way OF Kentucky honor and interests. we can.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1849-04-24


ANOTHER BirTLE.-Daes from BOMBAY 10
The 4 h OF March, sac mat another oa'!e MAD
been fought near Guzerat, between me piiush
and Sikhs forces, in which The later were drieat'
ID hut N. details had no. been received. From
The 6 h 10 The I2.h Of February, various ss'f-
misbes took place. but without any serious en-
conn,e, ON me I2h the Sikhs relreated toward
no Gbenscb, which they were prevented from
crossing BY the Bombay Division, under General
Wnish. ,.....L.
inc effected a junction, Lord Cough succeeded
n bringing the enemy 10 baule in The cpen hed
near the city of Guzerat, il which The Sikhs
we're completely roued, leaving great portion
O. the gu ms and ammunition, as well as their
standing camp in The possession OF The conque-
TOTc
MISCELLANEOUS CONTINENTAL NEws.-Spa'n
furnishes but little fresh news. The Provincial
war confines.
Portugal is quiet.
The Sublime Porte has issued manifesto de-
clafug that he does not consider The Stale OF En-
rope such as 10 require her 10 increase her forces
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
CHEAP BEEF, FOR CASH!

THE subscriber respectfully informs the citi-
zens Of Wilmington, that he will keep constantly
on hand, at Stalls Nos. and 9, in the MARKET
HOUSE, supply of the best of BEEF, NUT
TON, LAMB and VEAL. His prices for Prime
Beef from 81 to 81 cents per h.: and all other
meats from to 10 cts. per pound.
THOS. O'CONNOR.
N. B. To Graziers and others having fine
Cattle and Sheep to dispose of, they will find it to
their advantage in first making application to
him, as he has made it a rule to pay the high
est corresponding prices with those of Charleston
and paying them Cash on the delivery. So there
is no longer the necessity of the Farmer driving
his Cattle hundreds of miles to another market to
obtain sale in which he can realize the Cash.
N. N. 3. The subscriber may always he found
either at the Carolina Hotel, or, in market hours
at the Market House, at his Stalls Nos. and 9.
August Is, 1S4S-T 49-tf
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
J. r. sCHoNwALD,
Botanic Physician,


Mnphys building, I'd door from the corner 81
Princess and Water Streets, North side,
WOULD tender his thanks to the citizens of VIII.
mington and the surrounding country, for the We
ry liberal patronage heretofore received, and re-
specially informs the public that he still keeps on
hand large and fresh stock of BOTANIC ME-
DICINES, Of his own manufacture, Of purely ve-
getable composition. These medicines are uni.
versally known to possess virtues that have never
been excelIed by any series of medicines ever of
fered to the public. They are efectual remedies
for consumption, coughs, colds, Group, whooping
cough, cholera, cholera morbus, cholera infantum
choIic, gravels, liver and spleen complaints dys-
pepsia, rheumatism. sick headache, piles, nervous
Diseases worms, letter, and all diseases of the skin
itch, scrofula, all kinds of fever, &c. &c.
ALso.-Cn hand and for sale at manufacturer
prices, RHINEHEARDr's patent glass pad double
and single lever TRUSS for Hernia.
Wilmington, Aug. Is, ls48.-[49-Iy
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
C.A x RKsRG E&.
t Street, about 800 CARDS a6oue
EPISCOPAL Church.

Market Street, about 800 yards a6oue til.
Episcopal Church.
1MHE subscriber has on hand large and gen
~ eral assortment of CARRIAGES, which
he offers for sale on the most reasonable terms
Among which may be found, COACHES, BA
ROUCHES, ROCKAWAYS, CHARIOTEES
DUNHAMS, PHAETONS, B UGGIE S
GIGS, SULKEYS, &c.
Also, Harness of every description.
All orders in the above line thankfully received
and faithfully executed. Repairing done at shor
notice and in the neatest manner, for cash only.
ALSO-SaddleS; Brides; MartingaleS; Bits
Trunks; Carpet Bags, &c. &C.,
Which will be sold very low:
ISAAC WELLS.
January IL. lS49;
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
Notice.

0MHE subscriber has opened an Office in Pars-
~ Iey's block on Water St., for the transaction
of general Commission Business. Proper at
tention will be paid to the sale of merchandise of
any kind, as we'll as to the sale or shipment of any
Of the products of the country; and the usual ad-
vances made when desired, on consignments for
sale, or for shipment to my friends at the North.
I have good Naval Store yard and Warehouse,
remote from the danger of fire and will make
charges very moderate, where persons may desire
to store temporarily. w. o. JEFFREYS.
May 9Th, lS4s.-[34tf
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

THE subscriber having taken out Letters of
Administration upon all and singular the Goods
and Chattels, rights ard credits, that are of the
Estate of Michael Haesloop, deceased, at Decem-
Der term ls4s, of New Hanover County Court,
hereby gives notice to all persons having claims
against his intestato, to present the same within
the time prescribed by Law, or this notice will be
pleaded in bar of recovery.
All persons indebted to said intestate, reques
ed to come forward and settle.
JOHN G. BAUMAN, Admir-
Dec Is, lS4s-[l4-3m
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
CIRCULATION of THE JOURNAL 1900
MAIL ARRANGEMENTS.
Post Office, Wilmington.

NORTHERN MAIL, by Rail Road, due daily at A. M,
aud close at I0every night.
SOUTHERN MAIL, by Steamer from Charleston, is due
1aiIv ats A. NJ, and closes at % A. M. every day.
FAYErrEvILLE MAIL by Rail Road, is due on Mondays
Wednesdays and Fridays at A. NJ and closes same
DAYS at 10 at night.
FAYETTEVILLE MAIL, by Prospect Hall, Elizabethtown,
westbrooks, and Robesons is due Tuesdays Thurs
days and Saturdays at M and closes on same days
at1oP.M.
sMrrHvILLE MAIL by Steamer, is due daily at A. M,
and closes at 81 P. NJ. every day.
TAYLoR's BRIDGE, LONG CREEK, MooRE's CREEK BLACK
RIVER CHAPEL and HARRELL's STORE MAIL is due every
Thursday at P. NJ, and closes night at TO-
0NsLew MAIL Via 1opsa Sonnd, Stump Sound
Sneeds Ferry, jacksonville to Richards and returns
via Bannerman's, is due every Monday at p. NJ, and
loses every Thursday night at IoP. NJ.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
To the Public.

n TAKE this method Of informing the public
~ that now occupy the Livery Stables formerly
occupied by Mr.. H. R. NIXON, and solicit the
patronage of the public generally. All persons
who may favol me with call, may rest assured
that their horses will be promptly attended to, as
fatter myself that have the best Of Ostlers.
O5Also a large Lot for the accommodation OF
DRovERs.
w. T. ]. VANN.
April 23d, 1947.-T32h
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
TAKEN UP AND COMMITTED

TO the Jail of Sampson county, on the 7th inst,
mulatto boy, who calls himself James Moore,
and says he was bound to Jon w. Wells of Brun-
swick county. James Moore is about feet or
inches high spare built, and supposed to be sew
enteen or eighteen years of age. The owner is
requested to come forward, prove property, pay
charges and take him away, or he will be dealt
with as the law directs.
A. B. CHEsNUTT, Sheriff:
July IA, ls4s-[44-tf
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
- New Livery Sta.
&C nwS Il bles.---FIRE PROOF
E V Having completed my new Ii

1eAAaasaaAs==Ael{AS very Stables, I am now ready
to receive horses at livery, by the day, week, Oh
month.
My stables are situated on the corner of Prin.
cess and Third directly opposite the Court
house, and very convenient to the business part Of
the town. They are built of brick, and covered
with tin, which makes them entirely fre-proof
They are large, commodious, and well construc.
ted; and in every respect comfortable and con-
venient as any Stables in the United States.
also have, for the accommodation of Drovers, }
large and comfortable Lot, together with base.
ment under the Stables sufficient to hold one hun.
dred horses, and shelter them we'll and comfortably
Horses, Carriages, and Buggies. kept constant
ly for hire.
My Holsters cannot be surpassed in any coun.
try, and therefore feel confident of giving entire
satisfaction 10 those who favor me with their Gus
tom.
feel grateful to my friends and the public for
their liberal patronage heretofore, and hope to me-
rit continuance of their custom.
H. r. NIXON.
Wilmington, N. c., December II, ls47. l4tt
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
n OTICE

B. SHERMAN would inform the public
that be is prepared to do all kinds of CARRIAGE
work, both in making and repairing. He has now
on hand, a number Of new CARTS and DRATs,
made in the best manner. He is also prepared to
have ali kinds Of Blacksmith work done, in the
best manner and at the shortest notice.
OFShop near Messrs. HALL 4 ARMsTRoNG's
Distillery.
September %, 1S4S-[2-tf
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16

WHISKEY, PORK, BACON, &c
20 bbls N. o. Rectifed Whiskey; do back
country Rye Whisky; do N. E. Rum; do
Gin; do Brandy; or. casks Malaga Wine;
5000 lbs N. C. Bacon-Sides and Hams; 80
bills Mess Pork; 10 do, Prime do; 20 dc Canal
Flour. For sale by w. l.. SMITH.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
COOPER'S ISINGLASS.

THE above article is the best in use for making
JELLIEs. They can be made in the warmest
weather without any difficulty, perfectly stiff and
transparent, and when favored with the extracts
Of Vanilla, Damask Rose, Lemon and Nutmeg,
Rose, Peach or Orange flower water, they are un-
surpassable. The above articles are for sale by
w H LIPPITT,
D291 Druggist and Chemist.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
MARBLE MONUMENTS
And Grave Stone Agency.

"A CAOJ'
HyHE subscribers are appointed Agents for one
OF the best and most erterasiue MARBLE
YARDS In Connecticut, and will receive orders
for Marble Monuments or Grave Stones, either
lettered or not, which will be furnished at the
shortest notice and most reasonable prices.
we have received a variety of patterns, various
styles with the prices, which may be examined at
any time. J.C. G r. B. WOOD,
Builders and Contractors.
June Is, l847 4O-tf
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
Fire and Marine Insurance,
Agency of the Protection Insurance Co..

CAPITAL $2OO,OOO!
EfAVJNG been appointed agent of the above
49, Company, for Wilmington and vicinity,
will issue Policies cargoes, freights and vessels
and take Fire risks on reasonable terms as any
other Institution.
Any losses sustained will be promptly and hon.
oraby adjusted and paid and in case of difference
the Courts of North Carolina will be acknowledg.
ed. A. MARTIN, Ag't.
May &c, 1s4s.-[37-11m.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
VARNISH.

Coach. Japan, and Copal Varnishes. Also
Paint, Varnish and Marking brushes always on
hand, and for sale by w H LIPPITT,
D291 Druggist and Chemist.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
LINSEED OIL,

LINSEED UIL.
Just received by the subscriber, fine lot o.
Linseed Oil, and always on hand.
WI LIPPITT,
Q29l Druggist and Chemist.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
SUGAR & COFFEE.

Is bags Laguyre Coffee; 10 bags Rio Coffee
10 bbls Sugar, at the old stand of
PERRIN y HARTSFIELD,
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
MOODY d. SMITH,
70 TIMBER AND LUMBER MAKERS.

To TIMDEb IND lUMDEN MhhHNS'
The undersigned having been appointed
INSPECTORS OF TIMBER AND LUMBER,
will attend promptly to any business entrusted to
them in the above line. THOS H. ASHE.
w, H. LASPETRE.
N. B. Thos H. Ashe will be happy to attend
20 the business of his former customers, of old.
Sept. %, IS45. 2-6m
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16

CIR 4 w LIS = S.
A large supply Of CREw LIsTs on hand, ane
for sale low, at the JesHNAL OFFICE.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
NEW CHEAP CASH STORE,
First Door in R. W. Browns New Build
ings, on Front Street, few Doors
from Market Street.

THE subscribers, thankful for the liberal pa
tronage which they have received beg leave to an
nounce to the citizens of Wilmington and sur
rounding country, that they are now receiving a
large and general supply of FALL and WIN
pEp COOnS
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
D297
WHITE LEAD
GARDEN SEEDS,

JUST received, large and well selected as
sediment of Garden and FLo,uer Seeds. Also. a
small quantity of Grass Seed. Warranted fresh.
For sale by VIM. II. LIPPITT,
J26] Druggist and Chemist.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16
SARSAPARILLA

SARSAPARILLA.
Townsend's, Sands, Gin quart bottles.) Sands,
(srnall,) Webster's, Grafenberg's, Carpenters,
and Sands Iodide of SarsapariIa, always on hand
w H LIPPITT,
D29] Druggist and Chemist.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16

II wilmington anu sur
hey are now receiving a
y of FALL and WIN
MEMS silk shirts;
| do Gausey's over.shirts
do net shirts 81 drawers
do Saxony Wool shirts
! and drawers;
Superfne bed Blankets;
Negro do do
Horse do
Bed Ticking and Apron
/ Checks;
TABLE & bird eye Diapers;
"a brown darnask do
"a Danask Table Cloth;
Cotton & Russia diapers;
A large supply of Look
| ing Glasses;
ES WEAR.
! Black silk and worsted
Fringe;
Colored silk do
Silk and thread Buttons
for Ladies dresses;
Bonnet & Cap Ribbens;
Linen Cambria hdkfs;
Swiss, Null and Boo
Muslin;
! Plaid & striped do
Jaconet and Cambria
Ladies cold Kid Gloves,
do do silk do
Ladies superfne coloTed
| Cashmere Hose;
do black do do
do do worsted do
Black u white English
silk Hose;
do raw do
Chidren's worsted boots;
Black, white, and colored
Cotton Hose;
Misses colored do;
Z; 40 cases Boots and
which will be sold perry
y of other articles too nu.
! which, being purchased
! prices, will be offered
es.
tention of country mer-
solicit them to examine
lg elsewhere, as we feel
fer better bargains than
his market.
DIN KYLE &c co.
iept Is, ls4s-3-y
LIS Il S
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16

large anu SclleidI SupPl
TER GOODS.
Superfine Broad Cloths;
Pilot and Beaver do
Blk & fancy Cassimeres;
Blue, black and gray
Sat!inetts,
Plain striped and gold
mixed Kentucky Jeans,
Linseys and Kerseys;
Blk satin silk Velvet and
other Vestings;
Cravats and Scarfs;
White, red, and yellow
Flannel, a large supply.
Rough and Ready Goats;
Sack and Over do
Irish Linen & Lawns;
Carpeting,a large supply;
FOR LADI
Plain & plaid blk Silks;
ColOred, plaid, & striped
Silk;
Plaid Tarton's do
Cashmere de Cosse;
do de Lane;
Bombazine, large supply;
French Robes;
do Habits;
do Collars;
Worked Fronts;
Plain and plaid Alpaca;
Blue and figured do
Silk Warp do
Large super6ne Thibet
Shawls;
do wooden net do
do Saxony wooden DO
do waffle do
Black Merino do
Ladies Hoods;
Children's do
do Polka Goats;
AG-Is CI,s-k..
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-16

'Fitkin.
The Daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1845-1850, 1849-08-22
ANTI-sLAYERY FAIR.

The Worcester Anti Slavery Far will open at Wor.
eester, on the morning of Tuesday, Sept l8lh and
Continue through the week The display OF articles
VIII be larger and more beautiful han that Of las year
bcx having been just received from Leeds Eng and,
containing most elegant variety Of Bags Cushions Of
all kinds Purses Mats, Toys, Drawings and other arti-
ces too numerous TO partcularze; also, beautiful 6g>
nres m u scult from Paris, Bones, Fans and French
Books exquisite embroidery, few French caps Oh ma
autographs, IN fine The large and tasteful assortment
nat thanks 70 the philanthropy of so many climes and
very Fair. .
AS our sales are generally in proportion TO the quantity
goods any Donation especially those suitable for the
dress OF Ladies and ChdIen will be gratefully received
There viii be Refreshmenl Table, and as at this lime
large attendance may be confidently expected all cur
trends throughout the County earnestly requested 10
contribute the necessary supplies Pies, Cake, Fruit,
Blanc mango Cream, Preserves Coffee, Tea. Sugar.
&c WI be most acceptable gifts Upon the tried and
tue friends oil the cause shall DEPEN Tor this meas,
urC OF assistance all.
AS me season selected for the Fair will be probably
most defghln and the attractions of Worcester al tha,
ume various we trust that the friends Of the Cause lar
ana VIDE, viii flock hther consec railing their own en-.
Joymens by labors the service Of theRoLes Of Efforts
that OF the emancipation of The American Slave.
lWHl ANTI Slavery Papers please copv n
The Daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1845-1850, 1849-08-22

A RACE FoR LIFE. Presence of mind is
life Preserver which, although never patented. is
not yet possessed by all men. Presence ot
mind is the power of maintaining the operations
OF the mind in the midst of danger, and against
the assaults o. fear and surprise. II is invaluable
TO the possessor as personal safeguard, and gives
him the power 10 protect the lives OF many OF his
fellow men. n
AS an instance of this latter power. we will re-.
late little incident told to US by one who had
seen much OF the world in various lands. He
was at port in the West Indies. With two
friends ne went down to the water 10 bathe.-
Whlle ne remained upon the shore, and his com.
panions were sporting with the waves at a con-
siderable distance, he espied an enormous shark
making straight for the unconscious swimmers
The first impulse OF hasty and inconsiderate
person would have been to alarm the bathers by
loud outcries OF danger. But our friend knew
that such course would, by frightening them,
deprive his companions OF all power OF escape
He therefore preserved his unconcerned appear.
ance, and playtuly shouting to them, bantered
them 10 race, and TO increase the rivalry be.
tween them, promised the one who should first
reach the shore slight reward NOTHING 10th
totry their powers OF speed, the two swimmers
struck out for the shore with all the swiftness AZ
their command All this time the shark had
been silently nearing his prey, and as they turn.
Gu LOT the shore ne shot through the waves with
increased rapidIty The race for life, uncon.
sciously on the part OF the pursued, vas now fair
ly begun The swimmers strained every nerve
in their friendly rivalry, while yetthe shark gain
ed rapidly upon them. Our friend upon the
shore. although inwardly tortured with anxiety.
still preserved his calm and smiling appearance,
as ne continued TO throw out incentives to in.
crease the speed OF his unfortunate friends -
Ihey were still along way Fl om The shore, when
one ci them showed signs Of fatigue, and was ap-
parently about to rellnquish the race That was
moment OF great agony for our friend Still he
preserved his presence Of mind, and shouting
encouragingly TO the tired swimmer, induced
him to continue the contest for the victory. On
came the shark, nearer and nearer, his fms fash
ing in the sunlight. The swimmers approached
the shore; the shark was so near his victims that
ne turned upon his back 10 begin the work of
death; our friend rushed into The water. and
dragging bis amazed friends upon the bank, point.
ed 10 the baified sea monster, now lashing the
waves with his 6ns. Then the swimmers com.
pretended the imminent danger from which thew
had escaped, aud one of them 1ell faintng to the
earth. They never forgot the unconscious race
with the shark, nor thatit was to the admirable
presence OF mind OF their friend that they owed
their llves.-POrtldnd Transcript.