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Columbus Democrat. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 18??-18??, 1850-01-12
ON-"A LIFE ON THE OCEAN WAVE. y
ny "JouS or NJ

BY John OF NJ
N~N>N~N>O>N>s>~~
4 glance from my lady's eyes!
A look from those orbs of light,
Where the soul of midnight lies,
And the glow of love is bright.
For my lady love pine,
In this cold and heartless place;
Oh, give me her sparkling eye,
Her smile and her artless grace.
Once more by the side | stand
OF my own sweet smiling fair;
Farewell! it is loves command,
His pinions carry me there.
Far hence does my fancy roam,
Like prisoned b d set free;
Like the loving bird flies home,
To her that so well loves me.
Her bea uty in visions view,
The reyel may still go on:
While with a fond memory true,
Ill dream till the crowd be gone,
And the song Of my heart shall rise
While the fire OF hope burns bright
A glance from my loved ones eyes,
A look from those eyes oflight!
Columbus Democrat. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 18??-18??, 1850-01-12

PRInE. Pride emanates from weak mind;
you never see a man Of strong intellect, proud
and naughty.
Columbus Democrat. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 18??-18??, 1850-01-12

An ELOPKMENr IN CoNTgMPLATIcN.-The
Rochester american is responsible for the fol-
lowing
COUNTING SCENE.-Miss Canada Please sir,
will you marry me
Uncle Sam.-I cannot disguise my affection
for 50 amiable and beautiful young lady but
your papa must be consulted, aud must procure
his consent.
Mss CO never mind III ask him my
SELF and If be refuses, we'll get an eopement
Columbus Democrat. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 18??-18??, 1850-01-12

i've would enjoy ourselves we must take the
world a. it is, mix up a thousand spots of sun
shine--a cloud here and there--a bright sky
storm to-day, calm to. morrow--the chill
piercing winds Of autumn, and the bland reyiving
air of summer.
Columbus Democrat. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 18??-18??, 1850-01-12

A FiREMAN's ToAsr.--CEpid and has Ter
ches:--The only incendiay that can kindle
fame which the engines cannot quench.
Columbus Democrat. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 18??-18??, 1850-01-12

TnE ANT NUISANCE 1t is not perhaps, gen.
eTaIIy known, that in the West Indies, when
these little tolmenIors pay their unwecome visits
to the houses there, small ring Of chalk will be
an cllecual bar 10 their entrance; even making
strong chalk line on the floor will stop their
progress. The reason, no doubt, being that the
very great quantity of acid contained in the ant
is so easily acted upon by the chalk, as either to
cause their death, or precipitate retreat Those
housewives, therefore, who are now daily COM
planning OF the inroad of these little depredators
upon their choices; delicacies. can put an eilec-
tual stopper thereto, either in the way above
mentioned, or by sprinkling around the spot on
which theil dishes are placed, some carbonate
Of coda, common soda, or any other ant.acid.
Columbus Democrat. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 18??-18??, 1850-01-12

There are SO newspapers in North Carolina,all
weekly but 8, their circulation averaging about
500.
Columbus Democrat. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 18??-18??, 1850-01-12
SENTIMENTAL PARODY.

From the Monterey
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02
HOrrid Murder,

On Monday night at i : o'clock, some of our
citizens were aroused BY the cry that a m urder
had been committed. 1t seems that an Irishman
by the name OF John McAfrey, was married,
year two since, TO very respectable and anna
bic young woman, who was so deluded as to be gull
~ of loving the monster who murdered her. 1t
seems that John has never manifested that attach
ment and affection for his partner that his mar
rage vows Justly demanded. On the contrary lac
has been in TIE habit Of spending his time in COM
pany with, and lavishng his brutal affections up
on other women. Upon the night in question, it
seems that at about 10, or half past, John comes
home and finds his wife about 10 retire. Soon loud
wor DIS disturb the peacetuness of that still night,
and scutfies and struggles ensue. The woman
whom John had sworn 10 love, protect, cherish
and defend, was remoTseessly and murderously
dragged to the well, and the well was but the di-
ameter of a hogshead, and the water was but 20
inches deep. The blood-hunter then 10 be sure of
his prey, jumped into the well and stood upon
her head II seems, till the of the body had
become sufficiently relaxed to assure him that the
vital spark had fled. We understand that he was
| seen to emerge from the we'll by some one and
his wet clothes, which he Immediately took off,
bears witness, with his acknowledgements, to the
manner of the deed.
neighboT IN an adjoining house, who had
heard the tumult, soon gave the alarm, and those
who had gathered around took out the body before
II o'clock, and had the murderer arrested. To
one who asked him what he had been doing, he
said, in logged suppliant Tone sit is bad enough
and our informant, to whom the remark was made
and who was one of the first to get hold of him,
says that the redeemng CD cloak of drunkenness
cannot be thrown around him as a shield of char
itv He SAYS he was not drunk at all but the
deed was committed IN sober moments and cold
blood
He is now undergoing an examination before
his Honor the Mayor. His brotherinIaw, we I'M
derstand lived in the other part of the same house
who heard the noises &c What account he renders
for not interfering we have not learned-Kenosha
Tcle.rdDh,
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

For some time past, quite cOntrover-
81 has been going on in many of our ex-
changes. between the friends of the differ
ent series of school books which have
been introduced into the public schools in
Wisconsin We have taken 40 part in
this matter from the fact that we suppos-
cd that. so far as the schools in the min
ing district were concerned, this question
had been fully discussed and fairly and
satisfactorily settled by the Teachers In
stitute. which was held in this village
few weeks since, the proceedings of which
were published in the Tribune, and from
which. as well as from information which
We obtained at the meeting, We supposed
all were pledged to carry out the recon-
of their ability. We do not, at this time,
design to express our opinion, as to the
qualities of the different series of books,
vet we cannot but regret that the teach
ers Of public schools in this place have
seen fit, after the scholars are generally
supplied with books. in accordance with
the recommendations Of the Institute, to
make an entire change of the series to be
used We are well aware that all teach
ers have their own preference in relation to
school books, and whether their preference
es are not sometimes influenced by cir
cumstanccs of a pecuniary character, is
not for US to decide But of one thing
We are sure: It is very perplexing to
parents, after having procured books for
their children, (supposing them to be of
the most approved kindly to have them
thrown aside in less than three months,
and others called for to supply their places
To justify such change, there certainly
should be good reason, and whether that
reason exists in this case or not, the
teachers, probably are able to answer
We advert to this question only because
we have heaIu complaints upon the sub
ject from those interested in the matter.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

ANOTHER FIRE.-About u O'Clock, on
"Wednesday night, the quiet Of our city was
disturbed by the cry of Fire. 1t was discov-
cred to proceed from one of the cellars under
the Durkee House. A large pile Of brooms,
and other plumber, was on fire, and the en-
trance 10 the cellar difficult and dangerous,
on account of the heat and smoke. AS soon
however, as No. l was brought to bear upon
it, the danger was gone. Too much praise
cannot be awarded to the efficient officers and
men of Engine Co. No. l. With those two
more reservoirs that we spoke of last week,
and that new Engine, under the direction OF
II. B. Hinsdale, as Chief Engineer, Insur-
ance Policies would be at a discount.-Keno-
shq Tel.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

DREADFUL SHRARING.-We are informed
that little boy of Mr.. Brown of Bachelors
Grove, had his arm amputated rather uncere-
moniously last week. He was riding in a
wagon in which was a scythe; in passing a
tree, the end of the snath was caught by a
limb, suddenly throwing up the scythe; in
It's course it hit the boys arm, and complete
ly severed it, bone and ALL throwing the sew
cred par: of the arm and hand some distance
from the wagon. He was doing well when
last he ard Fl om.-Lockport Tel.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

ST CHARLEs.-C The Kane County Demo
crat of the 18th inst, says: " A new locomo-
tive for the ST. Charles Branch Rail Road
has been received and is now in full operation
on the road, and eur town feels goodly de-
gree of independence, as we'll she may. Life
and animation courses every avenue. She
has built Branch Rail Road, procured cars
and good engine by the voluntary subscrip-
ton of her own citizens, during the styear.
and is now reaping the fruit of her lsbors by
rich trade from the surrounding country,
which gives her truly city like appearance.
81. Charles Is no. second TO any town on the
Fox"
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

HARvEsT.-The wheat harvest has
commenced in earnest, and the farmers
are all busily engaged in securing it
We hope that the farmers viii study their
interests enough to secure their crops in
the best possible manner The wheat
crop, as a general thing, Is light, and -four
will evidently command high price
throughout this year. Corn looks healthy
and is growing finely. This county is
capable of producing vast amount Of the
supplies for the emigrants.-L01ra Fro11t-
Ter Guardian
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02
KILLED in a Well.

Mn. EaITot. A man by the name of Clark
or HortoH, residing Gpon the Nlenomonee lands
about four mills east of the Dells of the Wiscon-
sin River was,suddeny killed the 18th inst, in
the following 4 amer:
He was engaEed in digging well for a neigh
Dor, wher the rope attached to the bucket which
contained the eearth, became united, letting the
bucket fail distance of 40 or 80 feet, striking
the unfortunate man on the head and killing him
instantly The skull was fractured and the neck
dislocated. The neighbors are unable to ascertain
with precision .lyhers his friends reside. He has
been heard to say that ne had uncles living in
Chicago, ard mother near the mouth of the Hi
nois river The deceased was an unmarried man,
about 81 years of age. He had claim worth
50 or 90 dollars and some personal property
Should ane friends wish 10 make further inquiries
they Gun address Z A. Toles, Adams, Sank Co,
Wis or Thomas Rich, Lauretta, Sank Co Wis.
II Papers III Wisconsin and Illinois viii con-
fer favoi by copying.
! P COLEY
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

~ Godey's Lady's Book for August
is a splendid specimen. Cooley is ever
true to his word All the subscribers to
the Lady's Book in this place, who were
deprived of number sometime since, by
the loss of the mail, in Michigan, have
been promptly supplied with the missing
number. upon our postmaster informing
the editor of the loss This is truly hon
orable on the part of Mr.. Cooley, and is
so considered by his subscribers, who APP
preeiate the favor
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02
Conversational G Convention.

There having been no Central Committee
annointed for the Second Congressional District
the undersigned, of the State Com would
recommend that Convention be holden at
Miner al Point, in Iowa county, on THU KS
DAY. THE 5th OF SEPTEMBER NEXT,
for the purpose of nominating WIG candi-
date for member of Congress, to be supported
in said district, at the next November cleo
ton.
Each senate and Assembly District will be
entitled to one member in said Convention,
and it is hoped that measures Will be adopted
in the several counties, to insure full atten-
dance.
WILLIAM WEIGH,
c. ABBOTT,
n w. DEAN,
DAVID ATWOOD,
G.. ". BLISS.
Of State CoHmiHee
Madison, July goth, 1850.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

MAMMOTH PIE PLANr.-We are indebted
to Mr.. J0IfS HAND of Arena, for a choice
bunch Of ehis splendid vegetable, and also
several very large and rich Blood Beet. The
pie plant is the largest, and richest favored of
any we have ever seen, and the Beets, though
yet untred, appear to be Of very choice
kind. We are Informed that Mr.. Hand has
fine garden Of the choicest kinds of vegeta-
bles, and also nursery of the most rare fruits.
We shall nave occasion to speak again upon
the subject soon.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

Awful OCCURRENCE-SI CHILDREN Bur-
NED TO DEArH.-The Montreal papers bring
US the following melancholy intelligence of the
destruction by fire, Of almost an entire family,
attended with circumstances of no ordinary
character The most heart rending calami-
ty that ever occurred in the county Of Ouowa
happened last week in the township of Bristol,
Tor Clarendon,) to family by the name of
Knox. 1t appears that a few days ago Knox
1.-THE father,) having visited the village of
Smiths Falls, on the R;deau canal, was re :
turning home by the canal, and while upon
one of the steamers, he was wishing to enter
private apartment of the boat. unconscious
ly, ut being dark entered the wheel house
and stepped upon one of the paddles Of the
wheel. At this moment, the wheel, which
was motionIess when he entered, began to
move, and made several revolutions before
he was enabled to disengage himself, which
he only succeeded in doing, after several of
his bones were broken, and otherwise mutIla-
ted IN a most shocking manner. But the
most lamentable part OF our story remains
to be told. While Mr.. Knox was beng con
veyed home in this state, and when within
short distance of his own residence, his wife,
who was at home with seven children, hear
ing of her husbands approach, left the house
with the youngest child in ner arms to meet
him, leaving the other six, 1.-THE eldest about
ii years Of age,) at home. During her alb
sence the house took fire, and all within was
consumed. Nothing was TO be seen on the
return of the mother but the smoking relics
OF her late habitation, 10 which were then
found the ci1arry remains of her six unfortu-
nate children. Out Of family of nine, the
mother and one infant remain alone unhurt;
yet what must be that mothers anguish -
In one short day, six of her children are ia
ken from heI, she receives a returning hus-
band mutllated and almost life less, and be-
comes housclcls.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02
Anew Broom. Sweeps clean.

TFHHE undersigned has recently opened an assert
4 ment of FAMILY GROCERIES, Candies.
Fruits, Nuts Oysters, Cakes, Pies, Tarts, with a
variety of cooling, Temperance drinks; all OF
which he wants to sell and intends to offer them
at such pricss as he believes will insure him a
share of the patronage Of a liberal public.
He also will be willing at all times TO try ms
hand at his old business of Tailoring and viii use
his best efforts to please by making neat hts and
good work at the shortest possible notice.
He viii cut all kinds Of garments in his best
style, whether he is allowed to make them or not
Please give me call at one door above Colonel
Nichols 5. corner on High Street, Mineral Point,
JAMES L. PRYOR.
l have three sets Splendid Buggy Harness,
viii sell low for cash
10 Il J. T. p
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

COURTESY BETWEEN THE SExEs.-Mrs.
Francis d. Gage, in a letter to the Ohio State
Journal, gives her sex the follow ing fair hits ::
1.-TWO years ago, made journey to New
England, accompanied by my husband, and
also by my father-in-law, an old man of four
score years. have often seen that good old
man offer his seat TO some hale woman of
less than BALI his age, and seen her accept it,
as if it were right, without even a notice of
his grey hairs, or the right OF years that en-
titled him to her kindness and attention.
Olce, and only once, a lady Of queenly grace
and beauty sprang from her seat as he entered,
and, with voice that was musical in its eve
ry tone, said, Father, take this arm chair
How my heart spraDg to meet her in her an
gel goodness Such has ever been our idea
of Iady-which is synonymous with true
I0OmGn.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02
BY TELEGRAPH.
New York. July 95,

New YORK, July 25.
The British Steamer Asia. from Liverpool
the 18th inst, via Halifax, arrived here at 6 J
O'Clock this morning.
Denmark & Russia
Fears are entertained of war between Den
mark and Russia, and several small vessels
are stationed near the Island to support Den
mark she should need aid.
Russia.
Two great battles have taken place between
the Russians and Circassians, In which both
parties sustained enormous loss.
Portugal.
Nothing further Of interest has been receiv.
cd from Portugal.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

CAUTION ~ LEAVING CHAMBER WINDOWS
oPEN.-Last night about halfpast 10, the fam
lily of Mr.. Perry, on the Terrace, were arou-
sed at hearing the cry of their son, eleven
years of age, and on looking out found he had
fallen from the Chamber window, about 90
feet, while asleep. D.. Whine was called
and Immediately attended. No limbs were
broken, but the lad was severely bruised -
He must have alighted on his feet and reeled
against one of the boxes of heavy machinery
laying close by. Had he fell on either of
them it would have been most seIious.-Btlf-
faio Commercial.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

THE OMNIBUs.-Late accounts from
Westinghouse to the n Y papers speak
despairingly of the fate of the Omnibus
bill
A despatch to the n. Y. Tribune of the
goth says:
Early next week a message on national
affairs will be sent to Congress.
The unfavora BILE vote on Mr.. Kings
amendment dividing California, is consid-
cred the death knell Of the compromise
Messrs- Clay and Foote, it is understood,
have given it up.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

CHoLERA-Mr Joseph Mark, Of Dodge
vile, died Of cholera, near Musgrove's
furnace, short distance from this village,
on Sunday morning, the Goth ult. Mr.,
Mark came into town on Saturday evening,
apparently in perfect health, was taken
during the night, and and died the next
morning. This is the only case that has
occurred in this vicinity, and we trust
the excrtions of the Board of Health in
cleansing and lining the streets, may be
blessed BY an Overriding Power in pre-
venting its appearance in this village.
The last accounts we have from Frank
lin, lead US to hope that it has entirely
left that place.
From Dodgeville our accounts are not
SO favorable Eleven deaths, we under
stand occurred in that place from Satur-
day night last until Wednesday morning,
since which time we have no reports.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

The RAILROAD LoAN.-Last evening can
mons were fired bonfres blazed, and two
balloons were sent up from the Oneida street
bridge, which attracted crowd OF spectators.
Barrels of tar were also burned in several OF
the streets. This signal demonstration was
made by the citizens, who were naturally re-
joiced at the success OF the Railroad Com
pany in obtaining loan of about 100000 in
New York, which will carry this important
work to Rock River.-.lfiL. Wis.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

GRAHAN's PREMIUM PLATE Dur thanks
for the beautiful premium plate, Christ
Blessing Little Children 1t is picture
that would make beautiful ornament for
the neatest parlor. 1t is sent to all three
dollar subscribers to Graham's Magazine.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02
TO Rem

FOR ONE OF WOBE XEI Rs,
THE FIRM lying at the fork of the Plea
l. tonca, in Lafayette county, known as that of
New Baltimore, and seven miles from Mineral
Point. 1t has some 200 acres under cultivation
and is in most excellent repair. 1t has valuable
stock of cattle and horses and Is one OF the most
desirable grazing farms in the State, and IS unsur-
passed in regard to pasture and water the uten-
Sis are complete All of which will be let on
favorable terms to one coming well recommended.
Apply by letter or otherwise, to
THOMAS ANSLEY.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

RAN AND HAIL.-On Tuesday evening
lsst, we had a very heavy shower Of rain and
hail, accompanied with a srroug wind. We
hear that much damage was done TO grain and
hay in this vicinity. Many fields that were
cut were materially injured, and standing
grain yvns FRUSTRATED to the earth. The loss
TO our flrmhrs must be considerable.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

MAINE LEGIsLATURE--The Legislature
Of the State Of Maine have passed reso-
lntions, by vote Of 60 to 50, instructing
their representatives IN Congress to vote
for the unconditional admission Of Cali
fornia into the Union, and for forming
governments for the new territories pro
hibiting slavery; or. in other words, to
carry out the views Of Gen. TAYLOR. in
regard to California NV Mexico, &c
VIII they obey
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

THE CRoPs IN MISNEsoTA.-We hear en-
couraging- accounts of the crops throughout
the country. Another week of good wealth
er will make them bountiful, according to
present prospects, Gal. .3dr.
The same may be said Of Minnesota. The
heavy rains Of the last three weeks have
made our corn oats and potatoes. The latter
crop promises much mere than urual album
abundance, -.Nin. Utron.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

Littlefeld had an interview with Professor
Webster on the oath of July, in the Jail, at
the desire OF the latter. The Prof. said he
he had done Lttlefeld great injury and asked
his forgi veness. He said that Liftlefield III
his testimony had told the truth, but that he
(Webstcr) knew nothing about the sledge
hammer.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

ELECTIoa OF u. S. SENATOR IN NAME
Mr.. Hamlin was elected q. S. Senator in
both Houses Of the Legislature on 1he 25th
ult. +; in the House on the second ballot-in
the Senate on the third ballot. Particulars
as TO votes not given.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02
HoIbrook's Railroad Journal & Traveller

HOlbrook's Railroad Journal & Travellers
Guide, for July, is on our table. 1t contains
distances, time Of leaving of Boats and Cars
Fare, &c, of all the principal Railroads and
navigable waters in the United States. Il
should be in the hands of every man who
intends to travel either by steamboat or Rail-
road. Price 81 pr annum or 10 cts single
Opy.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02
Wing Convention.

1t will be seen, by reference to the call
of the central committee. that conyen-
ton Is to be holden in this place on the
18th of September next, for the purpose
of nominating a candidate for Congress
for this district 1t is desirable that
every portion of the district be fully rep
resented that a candidate may be brought
forward who viii unite the full strength
Of the Wing party. If such be the case,
there can be but little doubt of his cleo
ton
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

SUNDAY Liquor SELLING.-Our citi-
zens have good reason to complain of the
drunkenness witnessed in our streets on
the Sabbath. If the indecent practice OF
selling liquor on that day is persisted in,
we hope complaint viii be made, and the
laws for protecting community against
such outrages enforced Waukesha Dem.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1850-08-02

- The House of Representatives of
New Hampshire have passed law, by a
very decided majority, prohibiting the
sale Of Intoxicating liquors, without IL
cense, under a penalty Of not less than
so, nor more than 500 for each offence
the fines to 60 to the families of inebri-
ntnS