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70 Ms curt Of Probate for the District
of CornaraH.

W - A-zr n
"ee OuTt 81 FTo00te JOr the District
Of COrnaCdH.
TN HE application Of HOpKINSr & JnI1N
u SON Of Cornwall. yesDec,fn,Iv s6o,ra,h
that he Il guardian ~ phi!ps 3 TaI,.n. CO 90
oline NJ. Johnson. Phebe Ann II Iohns,n, ~na
Eliza Johnson minors helona;ner 81 go
,rict aud tha, said rn;rors ars r. = sa,u US.
the following real s esse are Re O 0~STds q
Johnson, late of Cornwall, in said district de-
ceased died possessed.
And also that Philos B. johnson, one Of said
minors. Is the owner Of certain real estate that
nus MotEer' 1uidah johnson, late Of Cornwall
IN said district died possessed.
ANA ne iurtner says. That the estates are at
present unproductive that the avails thereof
are wanted for the support, maintenance ana
education OF aaid minors, and that it will be
TOT the advantage of said minors TO sell the
same. and invest the avails thereof according
70 law wherefore he says that there is Just
cause tor selling the same. He therefore pI avs
the court to order said real estate TO be sold.
and to empower him or some other meet per.
son to sell the same, pursuant to the statute
IN such cases made and provided.
Dated At Cornwall, May 9th, 1850.
HoPklNS Us. JOHNSON, Guardian.
District Of Cornwall,
-, ess AlOUdt0 NouIts
OTdeFea-i nat the foregoing application be
neard ana determined at the Probate Office in
Cornwall, on the 2Sth day Of june. 1850, at
o'clock afternoon; and that notice thereof be
published IN some public newspaper near The
place Wnete such real estate lies, three weeks
s9ccessvely, AZ least Six weeks before said
'lne assigned.
e.- bCRhIfI b. NORTH Judga.
2
Al Court of Probate holden At Tars,o.,o,.
within and for The District Of Torrin.tos ON
p. .ne I'm. gay OF NAY A. D. 1850.
THIS Sam uss ~. - ,: wADHAMs' Esq. Judge.
of ths Es,a,a =. J 1919. us.. .ns Adminis.ratos
rinoton IN s.;J S;s,r;c, danaasas ,a.e = TOT
to be lnsolvent 10 rive n,,ice = Il, ~;
terested ia the estate Of said deceased 70 an.
pear. lit they see cause,) before the Court Of
Probate, to be holden at the Probate Office in
said district. on the 29th. day Of May 1850, at
2 o'clock, afternoon to be heard relative 10 The
appointment o. Commissioners on said estate,
oy posting sag order Of notice on a public
~. Issn p"s. - sac aOWn q Io5ring.on, nearest
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SILK GOODS!

In the Silk Room, the following Goods are
now beins exhibited. 1000 yards superb fancy
Dress Silks and Turc Saiins in every variety
Of PLAN, changeable, brocade, plaid, striped
and ehene classic. No idea can be formed Of
the variety and beauty Of these Goods. but by
q personal examination.
10 pieces Oil Boiled black Gro de Rhineand
black watefeA Siiks
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:. . IVUdV0 OOUIIg ---H"
Ordtred-1hatthe foregoing application be
heard and determined at the Probate Office in
Cornwall, on the 2sth day Of juno, 1850. at
o'clock afternoon; and that notice thereof be
Puhlishehin some public newspaper near The
place where such real estate lies, three weeks
successfully, at least six weeks before said
time assigned.
BURRITT B. NORTH Jndo.
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Berages and Grenadines F.!

S cartons Dress Printed Berages aud Grena>
dimes in the newest Chin,z and ,lka de.
signs. Also, plain Bereges, Albertines,
Brilliantines, SC.
10 mecca silk Ponlina nd Toll ia linda
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For the National Era.
LAND REFORM.
PACIFIcUS.

Much has been said in some of the papers
about granting the public lands, in limited guam
titles, TO actual settlers, at price which would
barely meet the cost of survey and transfer. This
arrangement would doubtless be of great service
to the landless, and might for while be partial
relief from the land monopoly and land specula-
ton, so oppressive in all this region Of country
This measure would doubtless reduce the price
of spectators lands, and secure homestead TO
few, who would otherwise continue without But
il is my opinion that the price of Government
land is not so great as to be very serious him
derance to poor man in his efforts to become a
landhoder. 1t is true that the offer of land from
the Government at greatly reduced prices would
act rs stimulant, at the same time that ii would
afford little substantial aid But think far
greater benefits would be conferred upon the
State, as well as upon individuals, by law which
should limit the amount Of land owned by any
one individual to the quantity kept under profit
able improvement; or where the owner is poor
and not yet ready to improve, to a definite num-
Der of acres, say 100, Perhaps the time may
come when law limiting the size Of farms might
he desirable, but at present there is no such ne
cessity.
The great evil that afflicts us-that prevents
population, and makes the poor the servant Of the
capitalist-is the accumulation of land in the
hands Of those who have bought to sell. and not
TO improve By this, not only are the best loca-
tions often retained in a state of nature but pop
uation IL also thereby widely dispersed, the cost
OF improvements considerably enhanced, as fire.
auentiy men are obliged to fence entirely around
their farms, instead Of joining land with others
already improved or improving. No one can
make an improvement in new country, without
increasing the value Of the lands adjacent. When
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For the National Era.
THOUGHTS FOR THE PEOPLE - No.. I.

According to Emile de Girardin, France has
expended 6 479 900 francs in preparation for
war since 1881 upwards of $50 900 900 q
year in preparation for war alone! Mr. Girardin
SAYS that more than half the amount thus ex-
pended in France is raised on the nccessaries of
the poor and of the industrial classes Is it won
derful then, that nearly half the people Of that
country have to 90 barefoot
The armed peace establishment Of Great Brit
ain costs nearly 100000 900 q year. The an
nual interest on the war debt is little more than
$1,000 900, making the people of that country
pay about S200,000,000 year for past and fu-
ture wars. The London Times states that nine
tenths Of this sum comes directly or indirectly
from the industrial classes Now, allowing the
industrial classes to number 900 000 this would
be Sl2la piece, 500 for family of eight per-
sor-a tremendous drawback upon the country.
No wonder that the people of England are over
worked, poorly fed, and multitudes of them wholly
uninstructed
But this country, though as yet expanding but
S20,000,000 year on the armed peace establish
ment, is travelling faster towards such results as
the above, than ever France or England travelled /;
and has actually made greater progress since the
days of Washington, than either Of those coun-
tries has ever made in so short time.
The people of England have been reduced by
slow degrees, mainly through the war system, to
a condition in which, after toiling hard and eat
ing the bread Of carefulncss, they must cast the
last farthing into the vortex of expenditures.
Shall we longer follow in their stcps9
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PH0NDGR Apply.

To tie Eiaor Of the National Era:
SIR With your permission, | would like to
state few things through the Era on subject
in which ali have deep interest, some of which
may be new to some of your readers, viz Pro
BIOGRAPHY.
Mr. Pitman, a gentleman in England, few
years ago invented q new method of spelling and
reading, by which child may be as thorough
reader and speler in one year as itSould be by
the old system in four years
In the speaking of all English words Mr.. Pit
man supposed that we used one or more of forty
two impulses of voice. lie took our old alpha
bet, as far as it would 60, to represent these i'm
pulses of voice and supplied the deficiency with
new letters He printed newspapers and books
in his new system, to diffuse knowledge Of it,
Men in this country, approaching the discovery,
adopted it and commenced operations printing
books, &c, with his phonetic alphabet.
Some time elapsed before much praise or objec-
ton was raised against It, Some said that with
"meho an alteration they would support it; an
other had another objection to be removed before
he would adopt il &c, &c. -----a
hearty cooperation on the part of all its friends,
announced that, if oil who felt an interest in the
language reform would meet in convention, and
agree among themselves, he would agree with
them. Accordingly, n convention was held in
lS47, in England The convention dropped two
of MIR, Pitman's letters-consdering that be had
made distinction where there was no differ
ence-and altered the form of some others.
Mr., Pitman scquiesced- all his books,
papers some type &c, of course-which has pro-
duced universal harmony and unanimity through
out England and some of the phonetic press of
this country. Others, who have books, papers,
&c, of the old alphabet-the one abandoned by
Mr. Ptman and the convention--yct continue to
sell off their old books, &c, without Informing
their readers that there has been such conven-
ton in England or its result Old almanacs are
not very valuable, and the aforementioned facts
have rendered old phonetic books Of about the
same value
That may be as brief as possible, | will only
add that Lougley II Brother, Of Cincinnati,
Ohio, have depot of school books printed in the
alphabet agreed upon by the English convention
and Piman They also issue newspaper, called
the Foneiic Adpocate,n semi-mcnthly, for one
| dollar per annum
| believe there are other places where school,
books may be obtained, in the mp aiphab,t but
cannot, with postiyeness, now refer to them.
JAMES ADAIR.
Troy Grow, Ldsoiie Co, W
PS II would very much oblige many of your
readers IL yourself or Mr.. Whittier would make
some remarks throwing further light upon this
subject IA.
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a neighborhood is settled about the same time,
this benefit is enjoyed by the whole, and is mutu.
ally reciprocal But in the present state Of
things, it usually happens that this increased
value goes into the pockets of spectators And
this is by no means all The maker OF these i'm
provements himself is obliged in many cases to
pay an exorbitant price for the SOIL and then
wait for neighbors, till some like himself are will
ling to pay the spectators price Purchasers
might frequently do better than to buy land at
such advanced prices But on account of want
of information respecting Government lands, or
a desire to locate near friends or perhaps most
of all for the sake of partial credit, many, and
those too of the poorer class, pay three and even
four times the price which was originally paid
for the same.
see that must close But hope have said
enough to turn your attention somewhat more
strongly in this direction
One or THE LANDLEss.
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THE BROwNSvILLE WATER CURE EsTAB-
LIsHMENT,
Under the care of Dr.. c. Bqelz,

Under me care OF DT. L. Bdetz,
CONTINUES TO be open for the reception OF inYalds
" Many improvements have been added for the comfort
and accommodation patients This together with the
during years Of enables DR. Bae 20
give the the public that hs establishment sa
still continue TO merit the patronage OF these who may place
themselves under his
The location Is retired and PHEASANT mile and hall east
OF Brownsville. The daily Intercourse between Pittsburgh
and brownsye with boats affords easy access from me
South and West.
Six towels two cotton sheets three comforts and linen Tor
bandages, are necessary TO undergo the treatment
Terms, six dollars per week, payable weekly.
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A MODEST YASKEE.-The following unique
petition was gravely presented in the Massachu.
sets Legislature lately, and referred:
" To The Honorable Senate and House Of Representa-
tires.
"SIRs | wish to have my name changed to that
of Franklin Macy, instead Of Stephen Macy, be-
ing relative of the ilustrious DR.. Franklin, and
hUiag mimi Ike his
(Which your petitioner will ever pray.
"STEPuEN Macy
The petition was accompanied by historical
vouchers of the petitioners relationship extract
cd from Folger's almanac.
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HuMBUe.-This frequently used word is cor
ruption of +" Hamburg" When war prevailed on
the continent, so many false reports were fabrl-
Gated at Hamburg, that one would signify his
disbelief by saying, a" You had that from Ham
burg " and thus "thnt il Hamburg" OF That Is
Humbug,' became common expression Of in
credulity
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BOSTON national ERAnAGENCY,
No. IS CoTnhH

NO 20 CoTnhuI.
THE National Era comes from Washington TO this ofce
by Express and is delivered by carriers in part OF
the city proper, at 81 rs year. free Of POSTAGE single
copies, six and quarter cents
NOws the time this national advocate LIB
srt Movement during the first session Of Congress under
lhg ln,IotNAnce ~, SXss -SA
subscriptions and renewals respectfully solicited by
Nov. %. GEO W LIGHT % Csrnhin.
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LARD OIL.

IMPROVED LARD OIL.-Lsrd Oil of the fines quality
equal to sperm for combustion, also for machinery
wooens being without acids always be
purchased and shipped in strong barrels prepared
TO prevent leakage Orders received and executed for thu
Lake Atlantic and Southern cities also for the West Indies
and Csnadas. Apply to
THOMAS EMERY, Lard OIL Manufacture
Jan 20. ~ Water street, near Walnut Cincinnati q.
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sPRiNGDALE BOARDING SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

SsitOOIs fOk eIkIS.
THIS Institution Is sgreesby situated In healthy part
Of Loudcun county Virginia eight miles west Lees.
burg and two mites south Ut the stage road leading from
Washington 60 Winchester
The Summer term will commence on the lSth Of Fifth
MONTH (Msy) The winter term will commence the 18th
Of Eleventh month, (November)
The branches taught areReaing Writing, Arithm etic
Geography History Grammar Composition Book
Natural Philosophy, Astronomy Chemistry, botany hlge.
bra, Rhetoric, the French Language Drawing, Painting
and Needl.work.
Lectures delivered Natural Philosophy Astrono-
my, and Chemistry, Illustrated by pleasing experimens
library, cabinet OF minerals aud philosophical apra.
rsus provided for the Of the school The discipline
is strictly PARENTAL and every effort Is made indnce
the minds OF the pupils love Of knowledge and desire
csllenee AZ the proper stimulants TO exertion.
The terms for tuition board washing 100 per
or 80 per term Of % weeks The only
O cents per quarter for lights pens and pencis -
quarter for French lessons and the r drawing snd
painting Books snd stationery furnished at the usual Pr
ces, when required.
Scholars sent to the Point Of Rocks viii BE- ecavsyed 70
tine scses Tree "f charge by giving timely notice. a''
TO Purceis Store.
Dec, 6. SAMUEL M. JAhNEfi Trnc'Psi
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SHAWLS AND SILK GOODS.
& PRESCOTT'S NEW STOCK
dt No 9 MIR street B0stOu

JEW Ell O. PRESCOTTS NEW SIOCh,
III No. 2, Mlk street, Boston,
Is SURPASSINGLY RICH AND EXTENSIVE,
and claims the early attention Of all purchasers whole
sale or retail.
This assortment comprises all kinds Of
SILKS FOR DRESSES,
In black and fancy coors superior qualities styles fresh
and new.
LONG AND SQUARE SHAWLS
Ofevery known variety and quality from the highest the
lowest cost.
FRENCH SACKS, VlSITES, MANTILLAS,
And all articles that substitutes shawis Al
80, SILKS in the proper widths for those who prefer
make these garments for themselves
ALL KINDS OF CANTON AND INDIA
SHAWLS AND SILKS;
In particular, an immense variety Of GRAPE SHAIVLS
embroidered plain, and damask figured, full
ment Of cOlors
BLACK INDIA SATINS and SILKS, all qualities.
CASHMERE SCdRFS and MANTLES.
BLACK SILKS and BLACK SILK SHiWLS.
BAY STATE LONG and SQUARE SHAWLS.
CHAMELEON 81 TINS and 81 TIN DE CHIMES
FRENCH SATLvS al! eoloTs.
BOMBASiNES and ALPACCAS finest qualities.
VIDE SILK VELVETS, for MGHtiHGs and Shdtols
{n,bre would 70 purchasers Of the above Goods
any quantity, small large, that and will supply
their wants az the LOWEST possible prices aud with such
qualities and styles Of goods cannot be found at other
stores. JEWETT PRES.OTT,
March i-3m No .. Milk street, Boston
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VOL. w..
To INVENTORS

rHE subscribers offer their services persons uishn
Il obtain patents In the United States In foreign ca
tries AMI will prepare specifications and drawings and
all necessary steps TO secure patent.
From their long experience practical mechanics
to thorough knowledge OF the Patent laws ana
snce with the details connected with the business Of the
Patent Once they trust they will be able to give
To their employers both In the cesrness and precision
their specifications, and in the promptness and abit
with which they transact sill business ntrpe d TO them
Persons residing at distance may procure all
Information, have their business transacted Obtain
patent by writing 10 the subscribers without
expense OF personal attendance ut Washington ~
Models can be sent with perfectsafety by che Exprese
Rough sketches and descriptions be sent by mail
Fer evidence Of their peence and ne gritty the
respectfully refer TO all those for whom they have
acted business '''ns-
Letters must be post paid.
once on street opposite the Patent Once.
+. n. WATSON
JuneI y. y. RENMIrk
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M b. JARVIS, Attorney at Law, Columbus Ohio will
w give particular attention TO the collection Ohio,
Michigan Indiana, illinois, Missouri Kentucky Iowa. and
Wisconsin, of that class of claims long since marked
Loss" "Gone Westn and % Not CollectxbieD by
chants newspaper publishers, msnuscuers and Others
Five years experience has given him confidence; hence
there will be charge but collections pade
except postage Cards giving references terms and
Dec
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Five dollars will pay for years for two subscribers
year.
Ten dollars sent by clubs 10 address, FIVE copies
Twenty dollars by clubs TO address, eleven copies
DE- Editors who may wish an exchange will please no
tce and send the paper containing it, marked The
bers will be promptly forwarded Our Editorial friends may
rely upon the exact fulfment of our promise.
GEORGE X. GRAHAM,
May 9-3t No. 1874 Chestnut street, Philadelphia.
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LAUGHING IN THE PuLrrT.-Said Mr. c.,
a Presbyterian minister Of some notoriety, new
err laughed in the pulpit but on one occasion, and
that came near procuring my dismissal from the
ministry. About one Of the first discourses was
called to deliver, subsequent to my ordination,
after reading my text and opening my subject,
my attention was directed to q young man with a
foppish dress, and a head of exceedingly red hair
In slip Immediately behind this young gentle.
man sat an urchiu, who must have been urged on
in his deviltry by the evil one himself, for do
not conceive the youngster thought Of the jest he
was playing of on the spruce dandy in front Of
him. The boy held his fore finger in the hair Of
the young man about as long as blacksmith
would nail-rod in the fire to heat, and then, on
his knee, commenced pounding his finger in imi-
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tstion of smith making nail. The whole
thing was 80 ludcrous that | laughed, the only
time that ever disgraced the pulpit with any
thing like mirth.
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GREAT AeR THIS VIZ LIVE N.-People don't
laugh now-a-days-they indulge in merrimeut
They don't walk-they promenade They never
eat any food-they masticate it. Nobody has a
tooth pulled QUIT is extracted No one has his
feelings hurt--they are laceratca Young men
do not 20 counting the grls-they pay the young
ladies attention. 1t is vulgar to visit any one
you must only make a call. Ofcourse, you would
not think Of going to bed--you would retire to
rest. Nor would you build house-yOu would
erect it.
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Man IA. 1850.

nay II, IoJU
Sin: Having seen letter from the honorable
K. ii, Stanton to yourself and which you propose
TO publish, containing extract Of letter written
by Isaac Sheen, deem it just to the Mormons in
Great Salt Lake Valley to state, that have re-
ceived letter from Mr. Sheen, to the same pur-
port with that addressed by him to Mr.. Stanton.
You are authorized to publish this statement,
should you think proper to do SO. Very respect
fully, your obedent servant,
J. r. UNDERWOOD.
DR. I ~ RernhireI
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G.. w. SEATON.

A TToRNEY and Councillor at Lar, and Solicitor in
n Chanoery will give prompt attention TO all bu,
utrusted his 10 this and the adjoining counties
Youn gsiocn Mahoning Co, o. MAY ely
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