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Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

AUCTIoS OF I.ADIES.-tn auction ofun-
married ladies used TO take place annual
" in Babylon. '.ln every district" says
the histotian, ''they assembled on GER
tain day Of every year. all the virgins Of
a marriagcable age" The most beauti-
full was first put up and the man who bid
the largest sum of money gained posses
sion of her. The second in personal ap-
pearance followed. and the bidders graft
fled themselves with handsome wives. ac-
cording to the depth of their purses. But.
alas, il seems there were in Babylon some
ladies for whom no money was likely 10
be offered. yet these were disposed of. so
provident were the Babvlonians ..Whon
all the beautiful virgins" says the hi~tor-
an.-"were sold. the crier ordered the
most deiormed to stand up; and after he
had openly demanded who would marry
her with small sum. she was at length
adIudged 10 the man who would be salts
fled with the least: in this manner, the
money arising trcm the sale Of the hand
some served as a portion to those who
were either of disagrceable looks. or that
had any other mpcrfection." This GUS
tom prevailed about 5000 wears before
Christ.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

The PROFITS OF I1oRTlCUITuRE.-W
are assured by one who ought to know,
that there is a gardener in the vicinity oil
the city. who will realize this year about
81 800 from the sale Of mint 10 the prin
clpal Hotels, Coffee Houses and other es-
adjustments. He now employs several
men in preparing and bringing 10 his Gus
toners every morning the punches. The
hot weather. we are told. has made the
run quite heavy on his '.beds,' bu, he be-
lieves his bank is equal to the demand.
St. Louis Republican, IN.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

CHARITY BEGINS AT IOME-John Ran
dolph visiting planters wife in Virginia.
found her surrounded by her female neigh
bors. busily engaged in making up gar
ments for the Greeks then objects pub
lie sympathy. On leaving the house he
saw outside the porch number of the Ia
dy's little niggers. all in rags and tatters
lie shrieked out at once in his sharp. shrill
voice. ''JIadam. the Greeks are a. your
door! tie Greeks are at your doorr'
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

TOmpkins. what is widow.
Blll--A widder. sir. is a married wo-
man that haint got no husband, cause he 5
dead.
Master.-Nery we'll What is a wild
over,
Bill.-A widderer is man that runs
arter the widders.
Master-Well. Bill that is not exactly
according to Johnson. but i. will do
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

, THE WHEELBARRow MAS.-The ST.
Joseph Gazette has the following notice
Of the Wheelbarrow Man. who left that
place some time since for California:
Our readers will recollect. we noticed
Scotchman who left St. Joseph early in
10 -rasvu VIII wueeIoarrow for Cali
fornia. When last heard from he was
near Fort Larimie, travelling with the pack
companies. He commenced his journey
by travelling with OK teams, but they ma
king rather slow progress he abandoned
them. and attached himself 10 mule
train, with which he travelled few days:
the same objection being made TO them as
the OK teams he abandoned the mule train;
and is now travelling with the pack com
panies. He says he must make from 35
to 40 miles per day. or he will be com
PEELED to leave them and go i, alone TO
California Just think Of i,-a man with
a wheelbarrow. beating fifty thousand en-
igrants to California.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

ABDrcTING SLAvEs.-An old negro man
named Benz. Savage. for some years pas,
a barber in the northern part of the city,
was yesterday examined before the Re-
corder upon a charge of abducting slaves
from their masters, and in default of So
900 bail was committed to Jail. From
the confessions of Savage to a person who
represented himself as an abolitionist and
desrous Of atfording facilities in his ope-
ratlons, it appears that nearly all the ne
groes. who. for years past, have ran away
from this city, have passed under the a.
gency and direction OF Savage. who has
emissaries to take them in charge as soon
as they are landed in Illinois, and run
them through to Chicago and Canada
The extent ofhls operations are unknown,
but presumed to be extensive. Savage
made no defence to the charge. and was
committed to Jail to await his trial.
81. Louis Rep. 29th.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

MISS thompson. school teacher. commit
'ed suicide at New Albany. la. on Sunday
evening by drowning herself in a cistern.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

Gov. Uhazv and party left Burlington.
Iowa, on the 1st. tor their new home in De-
ca'ur county. in that State. They took with
them horses, wagons and all the necessa-
ry implements for agricultural purposes.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

good joke was played Off at Lowell
in this county. short time since. The
daughter of DIR. Bassford was married to
Mr.. Little: and in accordance with the
rowdy custom Of the day. large crowd
of various ages turned on, during the eve
ming to give the happy couple a cherarc-
rie. and after making all the noise they
possibly could with bells. tin pans. chains.
kettles. &c. they wen, TO firing guns, an
Wis. and pistels around the house. until
the doctor finally made his appearance
with supply of cake, and after passing
il round among the crowd, they dispersed
But il was bad 20, of cake-each dis
tinct piece contained full dose Of tartar
emetic. and it would be strange tale to
relate the history of that devoted band Of
minstrels during the remainder par; Of the
night The doctor. we think. is entitled
to new hat.-Otora Free Trader.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

In the United States Senate. on Thurs.
day last, there was passage of arms be-
tween Messrs Soule, Of La. and Mr.
Clay. Mr.. Z. spoke as if understanding
Mr.. Soule as speaking of disunion as a
consequence Of defeat upon these subjects
Mr. Soule sprang to his feet and in a voice
and attitude which startled the Senate.
proclaimed. THAT he never uttered such
an opinion-Never. No. not if the South
were beaten at every point, and on every
point the North t:iumphed completely, in
this Legislative contest; | would not then
begin TO think of disunion. The people
do not think of it," The galleries rang
with applause at this electric outbreak -
Mr.. Clay paused and sat down and the
Senate adjourned ClcrclaM Herald.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

limo close around her form: but fin ally ven
turing farther into the chamber, exploring
every corner. and penetrating into each
crevice. as the morning advanced. twas
now broad day. Bitter. bitter cold was it.
even in that room; bu, the over-wearied
slumberer still slept on. She had dream
ed again, and now she was happier than
ever.
For, as she gazcd around the beautiful
landscape. the light seemed to brighten;
and she saw two figures approaching her
hand in hand. whom she recognized i'm
mediatclv as her father and mother. She
would have sprung to meet them. but an
invinciblc. though delicious lassitude had
stolen over her; and she waited TIL they
came up. How her heart beat when she
saw them suddenly behold her. and with a
glad cry rush forward and clasp her in
their arms 4 smile Of exquisite delight
wreathed her lips as she thus dreamed;
and in her sleep she looked like an angel.
The dawn frightened. The winter sun
came forth sharp and clear. and shooting
into the room brought everything out dis
tincty. \ ray lingering around the head
of the sleeper and glttering on her hair.
crowned her as with halo Of glory, and
made her look even more beautiful than
before.
At this moment the door opened. and
an old woman entered. followed by a boy.
1t was the keeper Of the house, attended
by the lad sent for the work.
'.lIush!' said the woman. as she saw
her lodger .Poor thing! she has sunk 10
sleep exhausted. 1t is a pity TO wake
her.
'.Arc you sure she is asleep!" said the
boy. in low. thrilling whisper. as advanc-
ing into the room. he obtained full look
into her face And he shrank back.
The woman started. looked wondering
ly at the lad. and then by sudden I'M
pulse. crossed the room on tip-toe. and
laid her hand on the shoulder Of the sleep
er.
But the next instant She drew il quickly
away as if the touch had shot an ice bolt
10 her heart.
..Shc is dead," said the lad. awe struck
''Shc is with angcls-thank God,' said
the woman, bursting into tears. IL knew
it would come To this, but did not think il
would be so soon. or ! might have saved
her by sharin" my own scant fire and
crust with her. But yet. thank God!'
Yes. cold and hunger. and WEAKNESS
had done their work. Her prayers had
been kindly answered. and she had found
relief. The dream had passed into reali-
tv; the reunion with her parents was not
all vision: but at what moment the
ideal had changed into the real and the
freed soul walked in Paradise who can
tell
She hal fouM rc7ieC. But there are
others almost, if not quite destitute. who
still struggle and struggle on. IS there
no one 10 care for these!
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1850-07-24

Nv NHNWT.F5 .. T''TH"'F''''
ssHsrk," that rustic Of dress,
Stiff " ith lavish comeliness.
Her. comes one whose cheek would hush
Eut TO have her garment brush
I:ainsi th. girl whose fingers Tim
Wow. the weary broidery in,
Bending backward from her toll,
Lest her tears the silk might soil.
And in midnigit's chill aud murk,
Stitched her life into the work.
Shaping from, her bitter thought
Hearts ease aud forget not,
Saiirizing her despair
W nj, the EMIL IN woven there ~
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1850-05-30

wise perfectly dressed, if we except the garment
usually considered Indispensable The lecture
went oil very well until an anxious servant girl
entered the room and, gliding up 10 Neander,
plueked him by the coat lie did mol notice her.
a. first, but kept rocking away; another pull and
his equilibrium was in danger lie turned round
to her and for once the students saw his bea.ning
eyes wide open in the depths OF the cavities
where they are hidden, and his heavy black eve
brows drawn up in astonishment. She yyhispeie /
a few words into his ear. .Woman., he answer
ed, with dignity, s'this is not place to talk OF
pantaloons bni of scientific theology;', and re-
Stunning bis oil position went on with his lecture
az II nothing had happened. All The students en-
tered the scene on their not boos at once, and the
poor girl retired to the professors waiting room,
where Neander consented at the proper time TO
don the garment.
His eccentrcties, which proceed only from
ahabitnal absence Of mind, do mol prevent his be.
Ing highly respected in Ber,'. lie is generally
chosen by the Court to ofLcafe in important cere-
monies. For instance, he makes the PRAYER
when aroyal statue is 10 be erected. or the ham
bers are 10 be opened and performs the marriage
ceremony for the members Of tnediferent branch.
es Of the royal family. During the Narch reyoIa.
ton ire the head Of the las. depu' alton sent
by the people TO the King befsre the combat
Ills Church history is esteemed 6y many theolo-
gians the best and most philosophical in the Ger
man language
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1850-05-30

MfprclsE FOR HoRsEs.--As genera
rule, any medicine, erccptan e,netic, is good
for horse iha, is good tor the same COM
plant in the human system. Multiply sn
ordinsry dose fof man by nine, for q com.
mon horse, and even by twelve for very
large horse.
The above was obtsined upon late vislt
TO Col Wade Hampton, Of South Carolina,
aud few men in this country are ninfc com
petent TO give prescriptions Of the kind.
Than that gentleman. He has been long
know as one Of the best breeders Of horses
in the United States, as well NJ me of the,
first rate cotton planters and stock breeders
in tho South. Agricuitmist.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1850-05-30
MPOsTANT TO FARMERS!

II subscriber having the exclusive Agency
Pr the sale Of McCormick's Improved Pat
trginian Rcapers, in the following named
es to Wit: Scott, Muscatine, Louisa, Wash
J, Johnson and Cedar; would respectfully
the Wheat Growers thereof, that now is
be to send on their orders. An overwhelm-
mand is anticipated for the coming harvest
D. therefore all who are desirous OF obtains
e Of the above named Reapers should ut
il immediately.
ANDREW J. HYDE, Atgent.
P.-Blank Orders will be left at the Store
|rcws 4 Prettyman, in Davenport; also at
PIdence Of the subscriber in Peasant VAL
Pr the accommodation Of those whom she
may not see. OIher points will also be
ID and notice given thereof. a. J. y.
ember Goth, lB49. l5-'s
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1850-05-30
ALFRED SANDERS. EDITOR.
DAVENPORT, SCOTT IOWA, THURSDAY MAY 80 1850

EJ-As come OF our readers appear fond OF soIyin,
enigmas, we send them the following from the Fami
~ Friend, an English paper, for the month Of Janua
ry, 1850 the editor which periodical offers three r
wards for the solution, lst gold watch, cd, hand
some set Of books, 3D., another set of books Rub m
your wits, young gentlemen, and gain prize:-
GRANDFATHER's [PRIzEI ENIGMA.
AN old man sat in his antique chair,
searching his lockers, and empring their store:
rosy-faccd boy, with golden hair,
Accepted the treasures 10 cou OF them o,er
Said he-"GrandPa! don't 60 away
~, un.ii you've given me all, prayw
!hen the old man drew the youth to his side
ana with cheerful humor thus compied:-
Into the kerchief which lies on your knees
pace swarm OF industrious bees.
~, START not IN fear that the insects may sting
aney are In snug hive and cannot take wing
~ the next pray be careful. 'tis Grandpapa,s wish
see, here is globe full of beautiful fsb!
Ieav,s o. creeping things moving al out;
leaves passing In ere they've ceased to pass out;
.'ass .hat may huuer when gadness shall reign,
= purse ui e ior dear Emma; dress for good jane;
tsii ior aunt Mary, when sunshine is bright;
Ana letters by Grandmamma claiming her ripbt
II The rext is blessing. the next Is Curse;
rms ms docs good to many; this makes many worse
IN. rhis, ihongh u hears not, hath perfect ears;
rhis causeth bright smiles; this causeth sad tears:
nere Is a box, more mysterious far
lnah fandora's OF old--to come from il there are
! rnhings nsetul and beautiful, costly and rare-
but look not within it, such things are not there.
p my move where the bosom is heavily heaving
nehihu them sad mourners are bitterly orieyInp.
WNhin them are treasures shut up from the eve:
nenesth them iond lovers in ecstacy lie,
Hert.s singular sword. encased in lis sheath:
Here's something shall glitter the waters beneath.
defy; ' ~ au
Here's drug Of which many poor wretches shall die.
heres knot which no fingers can ever untier,
ne BOY LOOKED amazed, Then his Grandfather said:
often hast thou, boy, of Natures works read?
When her wonderful changes al q brou ght 70 yoar W.
you'll find what your Grandfather speaketh is true:
now the boy says to all who this puzzle may read.
III Grandather's humorous teachings take heed:
sa. nor mdny things in his kerchief were laid.
ANA explain the assertions by Grandfather made.
M he remember, while Grandfather's gifts you recall,
That Grandmother's thimble would cover them alp,
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1850-05-30

DICKENS Lasr.-At the Theatrical Fund
Dinner in London, the other day, Dickens
told the following love yarf':
"Yesterday," said Mr.. Dickens, ~ was
told story by friend Of mine, who be-
longs to class remarkable for their literal
accuracy Of nrryativc, and absence Of ali
.exsggefations in their descriptions--an
American sea-captain. On his last voy-
age home, the captain had OH board a
young lady Of remarkable person al sttrnc-
,ions--a Phrase use as being entirely new,
and one you never meet with in the news.
papers. This young lady was beloved in
tensely by FIVE young gentlemen passen-.
gers, and in turn she was ia love with
them all very ardentiy, but without any.
particular preference for either. Not
knowing how 10 make up her determination
.in this dilemmn, she consulted my friend
the captain. The captain, being . man Of
an original turn Of mind, snys 70 the young
lady, slump overheard, and marry the ,nalI
who jumps after you" The young lady
struck with the idea, md being naturally fond
Of bathing, especially in warm weathet a.
il then was, took the advice Of the captain,
who had boat ready manned il, case Of
accident. Accordingly next morning, ths
five lovers being on deck, and locking very;
deyotedly at the young lady, she plunged
into the sen, head, foremost. Four q the
lovers Immediately Jumped in after her.
When the young lady and her four lovers
were got out again, she says to the captain,
What am to do with them now they arc
so we,7' Says the captain. take the dry
one' aud the young lady did, and married
him.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1850-05-30

DESTRUCTION OF TIE STEAMER JAMES
Dick By FIRE.-We copy the following
from the Nashville Wig, Of Tuesday, 7th
inst:
About three o'clock yesterday morning a
fire broke out in the Indies cabin of the
James Dick, lying at the lower landing,
ladened chiefly with cotton, corn, and tobac.
co, to leave to-day for New Orleans, aud
despite the exeriions Of her officers and tha
fire companies, who were promptly OF. the
spot, was burned to the waters edge, and
aoatcd from her moorings. Boat and cargo
almost an entire loss. Most Of the books
and papers were saved; the iron chest, coii-
tanning a few hundred dollars, was Iost.-
Captain Jenkins followed the wreck, and
will probably be able to save portion Of
the machinery and freight. Her loading
consisted chiefly Of $50 bales Of cotton,
1900 sacks corn, 25 hhds. tobacco, and 40
casks bacon, supposed 10 be insured. Tfs
boat was insured for $500 in Louisville.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1850-05-30
The SAILOR AND THE AcrRrss.-.Wheo

NE SAILOR AND THE AcrREss.-sWhen
was poor girl said the Duchess Of 81.
A'bans, working very hard for Thirty shij-
lings week, was Kindly received. was
10 perform IN new piece, something like
those pretty little affecting dramas. thoy
get up now at our minor theatres; and n
my character represented poor, friend
ICES orphan girl reduced to the 1sldss ~rssch-
ed poverty. A heartIess tradesma 4
prosecntes Ihe sad heroine for a debt, and
insists on putting her 10 prison, unless
some one viii be bail for her. The girl re-
plies then have no hope / have not a
friend IN The world.' What! will 40 ot,n
bo bail for you to keep you from prison 4
asks the stern creditor. i have told sou [
have not a friend on EARTH was my reply.
But just rs was uttering the words, saw
a saior in the upper gallery springing over
The railing, letting himself down from one
tier 70 another, until he bounded clear over
the orchestra and foot lights and placed
himself beside mo in a moment. yes. YOU
sha'! have one friend, at leas,, my poor
young woman said he, with the greatest
Expressions in his honast sunburnt coun-
'enance;i will go bail for you to any a
mount. And az for you turning 10 the
frightened actor,] ifyou cont bear a hrnd
and shift your moorings, you lubber, il will
be worse for you when | come n,hwart
your bows Every creature in the house
rose; tho uproar WAS perfectly indescribable
peals Of laughter, screams Of terror, cheers
from his tawny messma,es in the gallery,
preparatory scrapings Of sioIins from the
orchestra; and amidst The universal din there
stood the unconscious cause oft; sh5ltering
me, 1.-The poor distressed young woman,''
and breathing defiance and destruction
against my mimic prosecutor. He wis on
~ persuaded to relinqoish bis care Of me
by the managers pretending 10 arrive snd
rescue me. with profusion Of theatrical
bank notes.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1850-05-30

ANOTHER STEAMER FROM HE FALLS OF ST. An
THoNy Yesterday the fine Steamer .iyl.ilony
!Fagae, CAT. Rogers arrived from the uppes
Mississippi, and from the officers on board we
learn tina, they TOO have been on trip to the
Falls of s.. Anthony. The Wayne did not go
partially up, but succeeded i'll reaching the high
esr point TO be attained by steam or other boat,
and was the FIRST Steamer that ever landed at the
town OF st. .fgthony, will ge of recent origin
and situated Immediately at the foot al the grea!
falls, beyond a boat no matter what her capacity
or dimensions can ever go. The history OF the
trip is thus stated TO us by Mr.. Mahan the clerk
OF the boat. The Anthony Wayne started from
81. Louis about two weeks since and arrived al
Fort Smelling on the 7th inst, from whence she
proceeded TO the great falls with large party
from ST. Paul and Fort Smelling, among whom
was Gov. Ramsey, of Minnesota. With very
little difficulty, and in much shorter tine than
anticipated the boa, succeeded in reachIng the
landing at the town OF ST. anthony on the even
ing OF the 7th inst, being the first Steamer
which had ever ascended to that point; her arri-
val as matter of course crea ed considerable
excitement, and much Joy on the part of the III.
habilants, large number Of whom spent the
greater portion o! the night in dancing on board
A meeting was called and a set OF very comph
mentarv resolutions were unanimously passed
and in addition TO which Capt. Rogers was pre-
senied with the premium purse Of $3.50. AT al
early hour of the 9h inst. the Wayne showed ou
from the port of S.. Anthony and at O'Clock OF
the following morning she was al Prairie IL
Port, distance of about 322 miles on her way tt
this city.-lMo. RepuJheaay