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The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17
SAY Francisco, Nov. 10, ls4s

h'SAN A4A-'CAoIO, NOV. 10, 1919.
DEAR BRoTHER Il have arrived at nv
place of destination, after a long and perilous
voyage, of which you have q description, if
you received my letter from Valparaiso
Time being precious, shall merely give You
an account OF the prices of provisions, lumber,
&C.; Flour is worth $50 per Dbl. Pork, $50:
Beef very low, from its being plentiful; But.
ter, SO per ID; Eggs, $3.50 per doz Potatoes,
S25 per bus, and other provisions in proper
'n %Ss2Gs2 9.s 52Iig ss gs .s,, ocots
such as you pay S. for in Smyrna, are worth
$50 here; ordinary length. $50; Lumber,
$3.50 per NJ. | sold my house yesterday for
1928, with the expectation of leaving to-mor-
row, in the Steamer, for Stockton, with COM
pany of six, who came out with US. They are
from the State of Maine; they are used to liv-
ing in the woods, so that the first thing we in
tend to do is to build house that will be COM
Portable. We can make money here, but pre-
fer the mnes-t being more healthy there.
SlCIh NIT, NOOh IllIt-lllu III luCl luDOT OI
any kinds high. Clerk hire, 5000 per
month; common labor, $40 per day; rent is
very high-one house, the "Parker," rents
for $l50,000 per year. There are about 400
Ships here, all deserted. There "a nc mistake
about there being gold here, for have seen
Jumps weighing 10 OF. If You want to get
rich, come right away, for if a man is to be
rich, it might as well be first as last. con-
slider it as healthy here as at home, with care,
but otherwise, quite the reverse. Ifyou want
to die, just drink little rum, and lay out ono
night, and you are a gone sucker. If you
come, which you will not fail to do, if you arc
not married yet, would advise you to come
across the Isthmus, bytaking the Steamer from
New York. Cost 1926, passage 45 days.
There are about 10000 inhabitants here, ant
as many at Sacramento City; how many a
the mines l can't say. There are very few
females here.
Please excuse this hasty epistle, as every
minute is an hour with me (if have been her,
a week.) To-day is election day, but | am ST
busy that have not got time to go to the polls
] am enjoying good health-have not beer
sick since left the States. There is no lette
here for me, which would give 500 for, t,
have one. 1t is most worth the money to ge
to the window of the Post Office. You hav
TO stand in row and take your turn, so tina
; it takes about two hours. There are thre
places of general delivery, and one box deliv
cry. They arc now hosting out my freight
; which compels me to close.
Your afiectionate brother,
n n e,px,rr
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17
A Femnlc Horse Thief.

On Monday night last, Mr.. Benjamin Buff
fington of Elizabethylle, Dauphin county,
arrived at this place in pursuit of woman
who had stolen from his stable, on Saturday
night previous, fine Horse, Buggy and Har-
ness. He had traced her thus far, and while
getting bills struck here, he learned that she
had been seen near Lewisburg. The roads
being heavy, Capt. Henry V. Simpson Of this
place, accompanied by Martin Harrison, set
out about midnight, with span of fine horses
in pursuit, and overlook her ladyship at q pri-
vatc h.s,. IN ,:,. 49, abpre. Certre
--..e Rouse nciir onsoe.s, 1Untfe u>JoIsy.
FIer entertainer and herself, having made
some resistance, warrant was applied for,
and in the meantime the woman managed to
make her escape. The captors returned to
this place on Wednesday with the horse, bug
gy and an aid set of harness. The next MORN
ing Mr.. Burlington left for home with his pro-
perty, lost $25, the amount of the reward
paid, and an old, instead of "a new set of har.
ness.-Sunbuvy american.
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17
SMYRNA TELEGRAPH.
SMYRNA, DELAWARE,
Thursday Morning, January II, 1850.

95'E w. CARR, Evans Building, Third street, oppo-
site the Exchange, Philadelphia is our authorised agent
receive Advertisements and Subscriptions for the
Telegraph and collect and receipt for the same.
Mr.. c, PIERCE, Bulletin Building, Philadelphia is
authorised agent to receive advertisements for the
Telegraph.
Mn. JOHN A. GRoss is authorised Agent 10 receive
subscriptions in Uniontown. Pa.
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17
To Nathan T. Sevil, Smyrna, Del.
r. D. SEYII.

LONG PRAYERs.--Speaking aboutlo long pray
ers, Elder Knapp says: When Peter was en-
deavorng 10 walk upon the water TO meet his
Master, and was about sinking, had his supli-
cations been as long as the introduction % one
Of our modern prayers, before he got hall
through, he would have been fifty feet under
water
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17
6F"Miss, will you take my arm 7"

ella, yes, and you too p
"Can't spare but the arm, Miss" hastily re-
piled the old bachelor.
"Then," said Miss, 81 cant take it, as my
motto is to go the 1sho5c hog or none.'
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

OF If "Angelica" will favor us with her
real name, we will give her the information
she desires, but as it is we do not know who
to communicate the information TO-.
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

his chairs and we must say they are equal,
both in strength and finish, to any we have
ever seen. The grand secret Of the prosper.
ity of place, is to encourage domestic man.
ulactories, and as chair making is a new
thing in Smyrna, it is to be hoped Mr.. Berry
will be encouraged. His shop is in the base.
ment of the Sons of Temperance Hall, on
Commerce street, where you can all call and
examine his work for yourselves.
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17
TO LET.

ESi That well known Tavern Stand. in
Aas!il Smyrna, now occupied by Mr.. Wolcott
Possession given on the LIST day of March
FOR terms apply to IosEpH HoFrEcKER, ST..
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17
AeHlIHb.

On the 10Th instant, at Duck Creek, Mr..
PERRY lilLLYARD, aged about 80 years.
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

few years since, friend ofmine being on
a journey, called at Il country Inn to feed his
horse. On entering the bar-room-thc only
room in which he could find fre-he found
a motley company collected, who had evident
y been exciting their courage and kccnness by
the inspiring influences of the bottle. Nothing
is SO common subject of conversation after
men have been drinking as religion. sup
pose it is owing to the fact that their courage
is then screwed up. One of them was de-,
claring his creed. He believed there was no
God; another believed there was no hell
and all protested TO believe their conduct in
this life would have no influence in the ncytl
Inns was very evident. At length, one, who
seemed to be the mouth-piece for the rest. took
the dangerous ground that he could give rea-
son for the unbeief that was in him Nv
friend, who had sat silently warming himself,
turned suddenly to the boaster, and with great
gravity said: ado you say, sir, that YOU do
not believe in the existence ola God, a heaven
or he'll y Eyes. do. [ don't believe in
any of them Such nonsense may do 10
brighten children and old women with, but no
philosopher or man OF sense will believe then?,
''Pray, why, do you not believe in their exs.
fence r "Bccause | never saw them, and
don't believe in any thing never saw "In-
ded did you ever see your own brains ~
:" hy--why-l don't say that | ever did, but
why = "Well, sir, according to your own
creed you have no brains, and Tsupposo that
the same night that rat ate them out during
your sleep, he left the cavity to be filed with
pumpkin se' d." The foolish creature was
scnced, and the meeting broke up.
The season Of sleigh riding is more condu.
Give to the connubial state than any other sea-
son OF the year. Getting behind pair Of fast
horses and under "a buffalo robe with d pair Of
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

SOMETHING NEw.-WSAiam B. Beyyg,
formerly ofPhiladelphia, has commenced the
manufacture Of Chairs in this place. He has
been carrying on the business for a number of
years, in Philadelphia, and is a first,rate work.
man. We have eyamined some specimens. Of
-------C tJGfu1I SS1ON U1Eh CfTTNIIS,
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

DARING ATTEMPT AT MURDER.-On Sun
day evening last, about 81 o'clock, as Mr. John
Lusby was returning home and had just OPEN
ed his road gate, he was fired at by some. vii
liam who had secreted himselfthere, no doubt,
for the purpose of numbering him. The load,
MIR. L. thinks passed just over his head, fortu-
nately without taking effect. A free negro
named George Brown, whom Mr.. l.. had some
difficulty with, few days previous, has been
arrested and committed to jail.-Kem Neacs.
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

or We found a buckskin mitten yesterday !;
the owner can have it by calling at this office
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

The dress-makers are the best supporters Of
newspapers,--they pattern-ize every one which
falls into their hands.
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

letter from Delawarenn in California.
We have been favored by Mr.. NATHAN T..
SEvII, with the copy Of the following letter,
from his brother, in California, dated
The Smyrna telegraph. (Smyrna, Del.) 1849-1850, 1850-01-17

The season Of sleigh riding is more condu.
Give to the connubial state than any other sea-
son OF the year. Getting behind pair Of fast
horses and under buffalo robe with pair Of
black eyes and rosy lips, is sure to bring about
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02
DIR. ROBERT. B. FOLGER'S
OLOSAONEON.

NILS Is one OF the remedies WEIGH have ntrodu-
Il ced within few years past, to the notice of the
world, antidote for consumption at the lungs,
and all other diseases of this important organ. The
most triumphant success has attended its in every
case where it has been administered. 1t has, with
out the aid of other Medicines. personal atten-
dance, produced some of the most extraordinary
on record even upon those who had been given up
go die, only in this city, but in every part of The
land, as the following testimonials will show 1t Is
impOssbleto give place for the attestationS which
are daily arriving in pamphlet like the present;
they will fill volumes A few only will be given, t.
show that it is indeed Sreat remedy-more than
thousand persons having tested it's qualities with
in three years, and have been restored, through its
beneficial effects, to sound health 1t is purely veg
etable compound-iti is based upon scientific princi-
pies. and is intended to carry out and success
full treatment of those diseases which hitherto have
been pronounced fatal and beyond the reach of rem
edial aid In all cases. where it is recommended
not only in Consumption of the Lungs. but also in
asthma Bronchitis, Difficult of breathing Cough,
Raising of Blood. Pains in the side and chest Night
Sweats, Influenza, HOarsenness, Dyspeptic Con
sumption, Group, Whooping Cough, Consumption of
the throat, Chronic Diseases of the Liver and Kid
neys Difficulty ofPassing Urine, Bowel Complaints
Dyspepsia, and Palptation of the Heart. il is the
Greatest Remedy in the World, it gives instant
reefin all severe cases. and those who use it for any
time declare that they can "feel il cure themn SO
certain and wonderful are its effects.
! ALLEN G. HALLOCK, Agent,
Z ap 10, 49-1V. Evansville, Indiana.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02
AS a Female Medicine
It Is aDithOut a riUdE.

This SarsaparIla is a sow reign and speedy cure
for incipient Consumption, Barrenness, Proaps1s
Uteri OF Falling of the Womb, Costumes, Piles, Leu
corrhga or Whites; INSTRUCTED or difficult Menstrual
tion ncontinence of Urine, or involuntary discharge
thereof and for the general prostraton OF the sys
tem-no matter whether the result of inherent cause
or causes produced by irregdlarty, illness or acct
dent. Nothing can be more surprising than its in
MIGRATING effects on the human frame Persons OF
all weakness and lassitude from taking it at .nce
become robust and full ofenergy under its influence
Immediately counteracts the nervelessness OF the
female irame which is the great cause of barenness
1t will be expected of in cases of so delicate
nature to exhibit certificates of cures performed,
but can assure the afflicted, that hundreds OF cases
have been reported tous Thousands of cases where
families have been without children, after using
few bottles of this invaluable medicine, have been
blessed with fine healthy offspring. 1t has been ex
pressy prepared in reference to female complaints
Nofemale who has reason tosuppose she is approach
ing that critical period ''ths turn Of Life" should
neglect to take it, as is certain preventive tor any
OF the numerous and horrible diseases to Which ie
males are subject at this time of life This period
may be delayed for several yearsby using this med
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02
EYE INFIRMARY.

M%5HS- DRS. BRAY SLFlNCH would respect
fully inform the citizens of Evansville, anc
vicinity, that they have associated themselves to
gether, in the practice of Medical and Surgical dis
eases of the eye. ..1
Not only physicians, but all must admit that the
wants Of the community require an Eye Infrmary
nd that Evansville from its commanding location
the most suitable site it is city which is accessi
ole rom all points, not only enjoying the com
mercal advantages of three large navigable rivers
but is the terminus of one fthe longest Canals
known, which will diminish the expense, and facil
itate travel; important items to those who are act
ID with diseases of the eye.
As to our qualifications, we can satisfy all whc
will favor with cali, that we are acquainted with
he latest and most successful practice in ophthamo
ngy, now pursued by the most approved ocuis
the Eastand West May l9-d&wly.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02
"a HATS! HATS!I hf1T r.
-S> Il is a Fact. Now Acknowledged 49,


DY ALL who have called and examined my
ID stock OF Hats and Caps, and have puTchas-
ed of me, that they buy prettier Hat Tor less
money of me than they anywh here else A wen
conducted Hat mandatory has long been needed
here, both for the accommodation OF citizens and
looks OF the place. Evansville should manufacture
all her clothing, boots, shoes, and every thing that
IS consumed here and in the vicinity, and especially
she ought to manufacture Hats, instead of having
to send to Cincinnati, Louisville, or some Other
place for manufactured articles. am thankful for
this disposition of our citizens to patronize hat
hlanuiactorY in this place. say it but not boast
ngly, that my Hats are equal, and they have been
acknowledged so by those who have examined
them, to 2. S. Barber's or Dodd's. ! served my APP
premiership in one OF the best shops in New York.
and for the last four years have been manufacturing
for the Louisville market. --t 8 92s
| have on hand and will continue to keep and man
uacture the latest styles of Hats, of all qualities.
have some of the finest of MOle-Skins. Silks
Satin Beavers, and Beaver Hats; Russia
Hats, of all sorts; and, also, the Brush Hat,
the best oawear in the world. Call in Gents, and
suit yourselves to some of my elegant Hats, or at
least come snd exami and you Will say that the
half has not been told you--On Main street, near
the river, directly opposite BEMENT 4 yIElE,s old
stand dec22 A. DEFOE.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02
TIC CLINTON, MD. GHKNrGHT, c. E. EHKNIGHT
CLINTON, KNIGHT s. BROTHER,

DATENT Agents and Civil Engineers Pub
i lie landing,-6 doors east OF Main street
Cincinnati Ohio. ..fI "a r...
Procure Letters Patent, Reissues, Extensions,
and Additional Letters Patent; enter Caveats
and disclaimers; attend 10 cases of Interference
defend or oppose disputed Patent claims; draugbt
assignments and contracts; make purchases and
in the same of the scope, value and validity of
entProperty. '-a
Procure British and other Foreign Patents,
Executive Designs, Drawings and Specifications
of Public Works, Projected Improvements and
Machinery. bow
Models machines and communications con
tanning descriptions 0 Inventions received for
exhibition or record.
The Senior Partner, for several years past a
member of the Examing Corps OF the Patent
quainted with the business of that bure; u, can
be advantageously consulted by Inventors who
have had cases delayed or rejected. [sep 10 II
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02

From DR. TVm. T. Prenttss.

Mr.. BULL In regard to your Sarsaparllla, viii
say that have used it 10 extent in Cutaneous
Affections of long standing, as Tinea Capetis Lee
pra Proriasts Scabes Syphilitic Cachexia, and in
all diseases where the indication of cure seems to
consist in a thorough change modification OF the
dnids of the body with consdera!l success, con-
innction with local tt satment Think would pre-
erit to any other eparaion of Sarsaparlla in use,
and any physician will admit its value upon learn
ING the substances that enter into It's composition
ResneetInlIv yours, w. T. PRENTISS, M D.
Iewisport XIV, Dec 4, lS47
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02
Rheumatism.

Let all those who are suffering under the agonz
ing fortunes of Rheumatism read the following, and
tee what may also be done for them il they will use
shis infabe remedy:
Mr. JOHN BULI-Dear Sir: For the last three years
have been afflicted with Rheumatism of the sever
est character was at times in the greatest agony
of pain; tried every remedy could procure for the
disease but found no permanent relief until | was
induced to use your preparation of arsaplrilla
which has entirely cured me of Rheumatism, and
greatly improved my general health, more than any
medicine have ever used. have been free from
pain for several months and have no doubt the cure
Is permanent, and confidently recommend it as be-
ing the best medicine in use for Rheumatism
ISHAM Badges.
Uniontown, Union CO., Ky, May u, l849.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02
nRIrGs AND MEDICINES

- ALLEN G. -HALLOCK, Druggist a19dfff2tl a'
0tE1he citizens Of Evansville and and adjoining i
towns to his complete assortment of Drugs Medicines
Chemicals, Oils, Dyestuffs, &c, &c. &c. All OF
which carefully selected and received fresh from
the Eastern Markets. Physicians and merchants
may depend upon their orders being promptly attend
ed tG and the genuine article always delivered
terms wholesale and retail as favorable the
quantity and quality be purchased at any PLACE
A full assortment of Botanic Medicines, Roots
Banks Herbs, Extracts, Powders, &C., prepared and
ut up by the Shakers.
HaIlock's superior cold drawn No. l. Castor Oil, =
manufactured at Mt Carmel, Illinois, \ 4 ilf-ft q
A large assortment of Patient and FamilyMe
cnes, Essences, hair Oils, Pertumery, Soaps, and
lancy artices-Cologne, Bay and Rose Water, all of
The best and Soda Powders care
fully put up and Of full weight -
Copal Varnish-at$ So 90, 50 25, and 81 IS per gal .
on.
Superior Pale French Brandy P H. Goddard & CO, {
Brand, warranted pure, for medical purposes ouly
Halock's Worm Candy, safe and pleasant med
icme 20 destroy worms IN children and improve tie
their general health; s+.
HalOck's Cough Candy composed of HorehounQ
BOnesel, &c. for all kinds ofcaugh ,--, s.
r- ALSO ON SALE. KS
AT the proprIetOrS prices. --. r rft. $50 .s
DR.. Woods sarsaparilla and Wild Cherry Bitters
Dir. Upham's Vegetable Pile Electuary--sec adver Z
tsement .... ....... 80. t..-rf.-I .,..fas
Wilder's Sugar Coated Veg Anti-Fever Pills--See
DRY anzahdt's Health Restorative Veg Pils-see It
advertisement. .......-- ..-. g.. - assoc. -4.. -s
DR.. Eolgers Olosaonion or all Healing Balsom-See
advertisement. ......-... ,a.trs lC f
DIR. Peters Vegetable Pills, Worm and Cough Loz.
n ges. .-.-.....- -.-.- ~ 81
DR.. LIE Roy's Universal Vegetable Pills, composed
of Sarsapariha and Wild Cherry. - III = -,
pr Porter's Poor mans Curative Sugar Coated
Pills, at 10 cents per box.
DR., Porter'sPoor Mans Strengthening Plaster, al
10 cents apiece. b $3.50. .--..--. 80
Barnes Tooth-Ache Drops, warranted to cure in al
: O9erstreet'sgenune Linaments and Doctor Beachs
Family Pill ar-r ..-.--g.-t
DR.. Graves Anti-Fever and Fever and Ague Pills
" Cholera InfaE5um and Bowel com
plant Pill. - I'd
Dr. Graves Pain Extractor for burns, scalds swell o
ings, Rheumatic Pains, &c, warranted to give in
slant reliefin all cases. -
Nerve and bone Lnament highly celebrated forits
euTative powers s759iT IT',lG - -. 7a
AT the New Drug Store, Main street opposite b 3
ment 81 Vieles IvIo #
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-03-02
A CARD

4 T UNDERSTANDING that report is in crcu-
- lation that upon the dissolution OF the late
firm of HARRINGTON, CRANE & O'RILEY, the under
signed agreed to discontinue the Forwarding and
Commission business at Evansville and that in
violation OF said agreement we Immediately pur-
chased new Wharf Boat and commenced business
under the name and firm of HAkRINGToN, CRANE &
Co.; and as such report uncontradicted is calcua-
ted to do us great injury we deem it proper to state
thus publicly, Ldtt as note shaolC Of truth IN it,
it being expressly understood that each partner re-
served the right 10 continue the business (and thai
each DOtCd do Sol under any style of firm he chose
except that of HARRINGTON, CRANE &, O'RIIEY
-# CHAS. HARRINGTON,
janis If ISAAC A. CRANE. ---1s
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DIR. s. s. FITCHE'S
Consumption Remedies.

M3LANES VERMIFUGE !!-The Inventor ofa
INl GREAT REMEDY for Formidable Dis
ease, has no right to keep its use from his fellow
creatures So thought Dr. MLane when he was in
duced to offer his great remedy for worms TO the
public. A profound physician enjoying very large
practice, he did not tear to be COMPOUNDED with the
herd Of quacks who impose upon the public their
worthless stuff patent medicines. He was there
fore induced by Kidd & Co. druggists, to dispose OF
his right as discoverer and the Vermifuge is now or
sale in nearly every village and town lhe country
1t is the sovereign remedy for worms.
For sale by
CRAWFORD BELL Agent,
Evansville la; Decker & Kramer Jasper; John Stub
blefeld, Detachable Hill, P. o; Robt Logan, High
Banks; s. S. Johnson, Petersburg; Thcs. Hornbroek
Union; Debruler & Cron, Winslow; John Lynn
Lynnville; Chester Bethel, Boonville; A Hager
Newbug; r. S. g. D. B. Hager Rockport Chas f
Leonard, Mt Vernon; James NJ. Grimes, Springfield
S Humphrey & Co, Harmony; G Pelham & Co.
Schneesvile; Cox & Robb, Paris; Jaquis. Posey
vile; w ] Whiting, Cynthian; Williamson &
Yorkes, Owensville; w H Fisher, Princeton;
Hallock, Princeton; John Gardner, Blairsvillei
Daniel Archer & Co Columbia.
p L. Gregory, travelling Agent Country agents
can be supplied at G. Bells, Evansville, la. my1l