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Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

:" "a ~ o"-~'isohol. Ai. NV MEN,
ArRIL 7, 1871
Brussels cnrpeting. tnpeary patterns,
, ply, IA power loom curpcting
? " ~ extra super ingram de
" " Al supcrhno do do
=" " al fine do do
Wool filling md cotton warp do
A. twillrd Venetian do
A plain DO do
"a and 5-S t,yillcd and plain 10 d.
A white aud ID checked Indin mating.
"a white do ID
India grass mats, worsicd trimming,
Cbincllc door mata,
Tuitcd rugs, chencllc ditto extra rich
i-l 81. 81, iG-i and II oil cloths for halls aud
dining rooms,
Al, 81 and G-i furniture oil cloths.
The above goods Of the newest desiens md
viii be sold extremely low FOE cgsh TO puuotuaf
rilst,fn,r4 on rr,Jit Ina y-tfIJ n n
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
an FRENCH AND AMERICAN

~ MLNEKY, FORSPRLNG IND SOM
MER.-The subscriber has just returned from the
Northern cities, with his usual supply ofth.. above
goods consisting 2, Donhe,s' IONS, Flowers,
&c. &c. Ladle; IN town and country are partcula-
rs inVed 10 eau an. exnrn.lie this beautiful stock.
i"r .1-lIts X. r. HENING.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
DOWEsTIC 3. oODs.---Ounc,, i .er


APRfNG GOODS, Morch II, iY5I.--The
- Subscriber has received his entire stock II
Spriag aud summer Goods. embracing much the
largest and most varied stock he has ever he'd ID.
pleasure q Offering, and would call the attention 81
the ladies particularly to bis variety Of Dress
Goods. consisting in part u printed Fouiard Silks
u great yuriety; Berngc dc Lsncs, AIborincs. emi
Tissue, Brocadc Hermann silk tissues, Bohemian
cloths, French iaconefs, silk ginghams, pcpiins
French ginghams Paris orgsndies, Grape de Pari.,
printed lawns. Polka de Paris columbines rich
brocade silks. chenc and plan silks, black brocsde
and plain black silks. white brocade do, solid
rnouslaines aud berpge-. wide chenc ribbons. neck
and bonner ribbons, silk neck ties, hermann searf.
and sawlA silk senrfs French worked sleeves, rol-
lars and cuffs. INSIDE capes and lace espes mourn
ing collars sleeves and cuff. hid elosea. lace aud
six wells, (sonc very rich) linen cambria hdk'fs.
hosiery, &c. Sc. All the above goods are very
handsome and cheap.
mar 24-ifts DON r c. PE'TERN
"
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

a. FOR RENT-THE STORE HOUSE
EI at present occupied by A. B. Rucker, ESQ.
Possession given ls,filv next. Apply TO
mar si-iiis BENZ L sCHTGGS
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

Commodore Ap. Catesby Joacs.-It has
been stated, in conversation, in public
places, this morning, that the Presi-
idcut Of the United States will not approve
the finding and sentence ofthe late Naval
Court Marshall in the case of this officer,
and that in ASSIGNING his reasons for his
dissent he pronounces the conduct of Com.
j. discreet and honorable.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
A TTENTION. GENTLEMEN..,-.,

n foHr PfrHehre y respectfully collected Oh
COLHOUN& HOLT'S, TO examine q superb stock
Of French and Germ ~ cloths, all colours; cnssi-
mres doeskins, linen drilir Xix, sniin and Mar
settles vrsngs; an elcgani selection of pnrfy scs-
tings, handl.a glovcs, hosiery silk umbrella, Sc
&r, nm III
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

A LUM WATER FOR SALE.--The
"A subscriber has now in store, and will keep
constantly on hand during the season, a supply of
Alum Water, direct from tn. Alum Springs in
Rccbhridsc comm. Vifgihis
rraf ~ -rhs a r LtrFEp
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
NEW GOODs--G oI,,oun a noit.

IN Ilhoicsaie anil Ret, ri Dealers III Sfaple ant
foHcy Dry foodf Lfsf ,nsuuo, NA---Thc eubscri-
bees nre now in rcc' iipt Of tlcif entire stock Of
Spring and Summer ',ioods, comprising one oi the
chcapest and most o cgant stocks ser offered 10 the
trade Of Lynchburg
LADfES PRESS GOODS. In iii. depart
mrnt hcir stock ia complete, embracing every vari-
ely OF Dress &c DDS aud all other goods suited tho
wants OF me ladies. An examination Of Tho fol-
lowing goods is respectfully solicited
Spring moeslius. Bcrage de- iaincs,
nk T. ssues, plain aud figured.
otgu hdy iawna--Ba,,stea,
Do .no Murias--Pnrodis,
- nbroidered ialiradpre crupcs,
nnton. French aud Mandariue empes,
foulard siil,a plaid do, India do. chcno md
brocade DO plain cold do IL every variety,
Plain mud lroeade black silks, black aalin,
Satin Dice cslnc-tlorcuccs &c,
Satin striped chnllcys,
ll1in cold do, MI colonrs,
Bengcs la~nS, French jaconeta. French and
Manchester ginshnms, party Dress Goods in
every variety, &c. Sc &c.
| Sha&ls, scatis and mnntles,
| An elegant stock Of grippe md silk nett siaws
varying from SO to s7J,
| Grape and silk lace scarf,
| Swiss muslin mantle, &c.
| AiSD--n large md unnsnaly ,beai, stock Of
| housekeeping Gnods, such % 1914 ntl 1914 linen
shceting pillow linens, dinpciB canopies, muslin
curtains, lncn damnsk table linen and tabs cloths,
| napkins narcotics quite lid md bro. nheetings,
rnusqlito noting, &e 81, These goods nro IN
trcly new, bought upon the most favourable terms
and will be sold cheap for cash 10 puAcinnl
toners on the nsuol time. Please coll and exam
| me lap 1-ills COlIlOUN & HOLT.
1
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
n AMILY FLOUR. FAMILY
CASSIMEREs AND Wa

CLOTHS, CASSIMEKES AND YES
~ TINGS.-The subscriber has now one Of inc
largest ard best stock Of Cloths, Cassimcrcs nn1
VestDgs ever offered in this market. Gen.jcrnon
can have their garments made up in the most fas,
ionable manner, as he hos il his employ nicnt n,
james Nc Mackin experienced tailor from ,,b;i
adalphia, and fl Warranted in every insfn ~.
Bioey's fine black twillcd Cloths,
Blue, olive, green and brown Oh Ms
Summer cloths Of every desert o,iop.
Linen coaiings and croton ,o,b.
Plain black Doeskins,
Plain and fg'd black C .ess;rre,o.
Fancy cassimeres j., rrca, variety.
PACK ana cot d ',s d silk yestings,
p p.fha .ings, some beautiful styles,
w ,,In w, =. hgd silk Festngs for parties,
White N.ar.aies do
Mar 27--ifts DON T. q. PETERS
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

In the streets of Leicester one day, Dean
Swift was accosted by drunken weaver,
who, staggeringagainst his reverence, said,
81 have been spinningit out" Eyes | see
you have" replied the Dean, "and you are
now reeling it home"
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
COMMERCIAL RECORD.
LynchburR Mnrket..-Aprt1. s

PRoyisIoys.-Bacon stocks old nearly exhausted,
New coming in slowly and commands giafo The
quantity in from the Southwest Is report
ed very inconsiderable. For the past week less
animated in market.
FLorR.-Salcs $ss to "a fnr Supcriine, stocks
accommodating. Family sil TO s. as to quantity and
quality.
MsAL--6J to 20.
GRArS.-Corn 20 to rs cts; Oats 37jai5 cents
CLOVER SErp.-$4ia$5 from Wagons.
WHisKr.-Mountain 81 dull-Langhornc s.
Hrnts 80 cents.
BsEswax.--20 tool cents.
BUrrfR-l2l Is cts. dull for No. l.
BRASpr.-Applc, 35ai0. Peach, none offering.
BAR lRoS.-sS0aSj assorted.
CorFEE.-Rio II to Is cts. Laguira II to Is;
Mocha 20.
COUNTRY LisESs-Tow l. to H. !; Flax Pallets.
CoTToS fARSs.-Sales 1Sa20 cts.
FKATHERs.-32 to 80 cts.-Scarce.
WooL.-29 to 81 cts in demand.
Wool RoLLs.--35 to 37J very scarce
GiSsENe.-3J cts.
FLAX SEED-Salcs 10 per sc ID.
FIsH-TIcrrings, No. !. ss4; Shad. old 81 so
new $40; Mackerel. No. 3, $3.50.
TALLow.-S to 81 cts.
TaR.-s3.50 per bbl.
HEmp--We quote 81 TOT c. in demand
LISsEED OIL.-S5a90cts.- demand.
LARp.--l0 cts but little in the market
MoIAssEs.-West India IS to 40 cts. per gallon
n. o. A. to 4j cts.
Freights up and Down the Canal.
Tobacco, leaf (per hogshead,) 81
Do. manufactured, (pcr box,) laI
Flour, (pcr bbl.) 10
Bar Iron, (per tony 90
Pig Iron, (per TONI 90
Lead, Pig and Shot, (Pcr ton) 90
Plaster, (per toni 90
Salt, (pcr sack) 81 tos
Merchandise and Produce, (pcr 1907 sto 10
EXCHANGES.
Checks New York, itot perc,. premium,
Baltimore, do
Boston, do
Philadelphia, do
Bank Notes n. Carolina, to do discount
Z" \. Carolina ! TO do do
:" Tennessee, 5 to 9 do do
STOCKS.
Corporation Bonds 500.
| Lynchburg Hose and Fire Insurance Company
par Sa0-sales s23.
Citizens Saving Bank slOO-sales sIo7!; since
dividend
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

A writer from California, in the Hart
ford Times, says: al believe thcreare more
poor people in California, in proportion to
the number Of inhabitants, than in the rest
Of the United States
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
VIEW SPRING CLOTHING, \,

1 Goods. CaPs and Foncy drticics.--The ui-
dersisncd boys % inform his friends and tho ..s.ie
that he bias returned from the Eost with "a Size .e-
lection Of NEW GOODS IN biz line. by which 10 II
enabled 10 oaer Of the best nssota,,ra of eoo,
il bis line ever shown d Lynelibrg "a ,nprece.rr,-
ted los prices and respectfully jliriis oil IL 81
in want Of good and cheap ninS.
NJ ROSENBACU,
aP7-is Flhladephir Clothing Emporium.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

The long vexed question of the construc-
ton of Mr.. Hunters tariff act is settled
The National Intelligencer and Republic
Of Friday, publish the Circular instructions
of VIM. L. Hodge, the acting Secretary OF
the Treasury, to collectors and other off
GERS of the customs. 1t has been decided
that trefghtis not included in the "costs and
charges" The valuation is to be made al
the place Of last expectation.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
q, KIN q RANGES, HOT

10 z OO "A i n u 1HANGES, HUT
- AIR FURNACES, Sc.-JOSEPH FAR
~ RAR, from Richmond, is here again with u
few more Of those superior Cooking Ranges. which
have given entire satisfaction. Their advantages
over oil others for culinary purposes, cse d man
agement, economy offiie and facilities for being
paired, are well known ard have been fully tested
There are four sizes sit the various sized fam-
lies and can have a water back attached so az to
give supply Of hot water for washing and
other purposes, without any additional fire. Ref
erence in Lynchburg to the following persons who
have them in use: J. r. Mcdaniel, J. NJ Otey
Esq, J. NJ Warwick, Paul Jones, Dudley e. Johns,
e. ID. Christian, G. Phelps & Co. Orders left with
G. w. Valentine on Main Street, Mr.. Lcckie's Tin
store Pail Jones, Franklin Hotel or the subscriber
at A. Simpsons will meet with prompt attention.
nnl 3-3tif Joseph EARPAP
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

RALEoADs.-The European and North
American Railway Company will shortly
have charter from the New Brunswick
Legislature, the Assembly having already
pissed it. The capital is to be 81 100000,
III 60,0(0 shares of de25 currency each,
and with power to be increased to $4,000
900.
The line of railway is to run from the
Nova Scotia boundary, through New
Brunswick to the eastern boundary of
Maine, and the company may unite with
other companies in Maine and Nova Scotia
1t may runbranches from Maine line 10 any
part of New Brunswick, and may own
steamers in the Gulf of st. Lawrance and
Bay ofFundy.
In connection with this road, the com
mlttce appointed by the railroad convention
held at Portland, last year, have memoir
allied the Massachusetts, Legislature, re-
guessing the proceeds of the public lands
situated in Maine may be set aside to aid
the construction of line of railway from
Bangor to the boundary of New Bruins
wick, which would insure connection by
railroad to Halifax in Nova Scotia.-Neo
York Ezpress
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
m CABELL HOUSE, BANK SQUARE,

m CABELE HOUSE, BANK SQUARE,
- Lyneabvrg, Fo.-The subscriber has this day
taken charge Of the well known and popular Tsv-
ern, the "CABELL HOUSE." recently occupied
BY Mr. John Reveley, where he car ~ all times be
found ready 20 accommodate those wlio may favour
him with a call.
The House is now undergoing thorough repair,
and he promises that no pains ~iU be spared on his
part TO render his guests comfortable His House
viii be provided with the best the country Affords
and having the best of Stables, he promises that
every attention shall be give1 TO that department
He takes tliis method Of stating 10 the public 4 mt
his own personal attention, aided by Mr. Hilton D.
Walker shall at all times be paid TO every depart
ment OF the establishment.
CHARLES PHELPS
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

totI Itth at Oilt Gllu mas
been 32i feet in one month.
But, says some one, they have not so far
worked at night on the west side; and sure
ly they would so faster if they did. No
proposition can he more true; but it is e.
qually true that if the contractors do not
do what is their evident interest to do,
there must be some practical impedimcnt;
and while enquiry might be proper, OF
hand censure is not equally so, In order.
it was supposed, 20 accelerate the Tunnel,
the he1ulng was opened before the deep
cut was completed under the expectation
that this deep cut heretofore through grav-
ely soil, would follow very closely the
progress of the heading. BUTT happened
otherwise. The bottom of the cut proved
very hard rock, and the heading advanced
so much faster than the materials from the
pcrtoration, which could not be hauled a
way, accumulated at the entrance and OBJ
structed it to. such degree that it was
found necessary to work at night not at the
heading but. weather permitting at the
deep cut. in order to reach and remove the
''S'A uCetoli' ~ u oiiy NitLu tne last
month that the bottom has entered the tun-
mel; but the danger from impending rocks
at the entrance required much precauiion
and occasioned some delay, during which,
night work at the heading would have
increased the distractions at the mouth
The work will hereafter progress without
interruption day and night; and probably
not only two, but even three shafts.will be
employed, the contractors knowing full
well that 1t is their interest to realize the
fruit Of their labors in rs short time as
practicable.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

1t has been suggested TO us by the Su-
pcrintendent Of the Census to request Of all
heads Of families or single persons through
out the United States, who have not been
called upon by the assistant marshals, to
send statement to that effect to the Census
Office, stating their places oiresidence ON
the LIST day Of June last, together with the
name, sex, age, color, and condition free
or slave) of each person. 1.-THE omissions
shall be ascertained ION examination) to ex-
list, the record will be corrected according
ly.
1t is important that all persons be regis
tered, as reference viii doubtless hereafter
frequently be made to the tables to estab-
lish facts of interest and importance to in
diyiduals. ReDuJHc.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

a. FOR RENT-The Office lafcly occupied
- by Messrs. Edlcy & Spence. Apply 70
api 5-t los n. NGWLIN
lob rRfA4ING NEATLY DOVE HEsE
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

DflWn NumbCrS.
Patapsco 1902.
81 80 &C ] GO 40 ~ - 20 4 II ~ CT
Washington 49,
% 30 81 as 81 "A IS 81 - e. So 81 ~ CO
Pdfapsco 100
8 IA 81 80 GS II "a ~ T. 80
Bel Air 10.
lG n 10 30 5 So IA 40 ~ 40 AZ 10 80
Patdpsco i0i
"a % 67 - &c Al 50 20 81 80 II |
Sasga l6.
30 60 GS l6 81 4S II 81 81 So - 3 80
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

FIRE IN KING WLLIAM.-We are sor-
ry to learn that on Wednesday, the goth
Of March, the beautiful residence of Rob
ert Pollard, Esq, situated near Aylett's, in
King William, was destroyed by fire
There is no doubt gifts being the work of
anincendiary. Mr.. P's loss will be severe,
as there was no insurance.-R. Eaqmrcr.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

bARAS0LS, FANS, 6c.-The utten-
a. uon u the Lndioa il respectfully soliefcd ~
our large stock Of Parasols aud am, embracing III
styles ind prico3.
nDT-tsil cor Holm Il, JtnT
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07
Brushes, Painter
Surgical Instruments.

Evans's Lancents genu- Scarihcators, some very
inc and imitation superior
Spring Lancets from IS. Scalpels
to s. each Cupping
Pocket Tooth Forceps and Keys
Tinsil
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-07

g + OR REN THE ROOMS on
- Main Street, lately occupied by the Republic
can Office, over the store Of VIM. /. Cock, near
Planter's warehouse. Also several desirable Fami
iy Residences on the hill. For terms apply to
Jan Gifts GARLAND e. SLAUGHTER.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1851-02-20

REcIPRnIrY.-llisio presents 10 our
view few Instances u greater consistency
than that unaffected by the Democratic
party in Welding to all the demands OF
Great Britain. even when compliance must
necessarily be attended with ruin 10 our
best interests. Al her order the party
gave mp $40 40, andthns Welded the claim
in,a large territer., the right 20 which had
just before been asserted as uhdoub;ed.
At her order they issued mandate under
which The mills and fi,rnaces Of the country
are heing closed. At her order the farmer
of Canada is 10 be placed IN iin,ing s,l
pernr TO our own, and 10 enjoy all The
rights appertaining to citizenship, without
being required to perform any one Of the
duties il imposes. Modern democracy np-
pears 10 consist chiefly in n blind and nm
calculating submission 10 the will Of Brit.
ain, while Wing doctrine looks To the rens-
seriinn Of The right Of resistance, thus fol-
lowing III tile footsteps &c The n,en &c rs.
Washington Republic
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1851-02-20

STARR SHOOTING PEBBLES, says
the Bangor Mercury, tells us ofnn instance
of sharp shooting. He states that one 81
the "rank mud 6le" under his command
once discharged six shots At barrel roll
ing down long hill, he bcing at the hot
ton oi the hill. Upon the b,rrel reaching
The bottom Of the hill j, was examined, nnd
10 mark Of bullet was discovered upon il.
whcreupon his comrades began to redicnle
him. He. however, very coolly desired
them 10 shake the bnrrel, by. doing which
they found that the bullets we're inside
the whole having entered the hnng-holc, n
which point he had ahmed. This Is the
toughest shooting story wehsvo seen.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1851-02-20
PREsEscE or MlSp.--A young lady pms

PRESENCE n MiSp-A young Indy pass
ing down a steep street, near the Ex'
change in this city before the thaw com.
r1enced was overtaken by one ofthe b'hoys
ling IA, upon his sleigh, who was usinc
the middle Oft street for 'coast." the
lady WINS "undermined" md safely though
suddenly seated upon the hov's back.---
Upon renching tho bottom Of the hill she
arose with crent deliberation and remark
.d--"yo,ng MN il Won had hcea going the
other way I should have been provoked
with vou--as il u nm under nhlirstions.'
The you,h allowedishe n,'cht 10 BE-. ''to
get good ride Cor nothing. and not hare "a
dra,c tie sled back !r'-Detroa Advertiser
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1851-02-20

a child without any brains 10 speak Of
was born somewhere in this region nearly
fifty years ago. and as tho columns Of the
Democrat testify, he is alive 70 this day
.to the great astonishment Of doctors" and
all others who have seen the hard knecks
VIC have given him. Like the little mon
s.er described Nv the French paper, he has
pot s.lonc i,w." his hoad is s'completely
fiat" or At least what comes from it 10 90.
and he Experiences the liveliest emotion
upon being touched Lou. Jour.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1851-02-20

How TO Make RooM IN CRowD.-A
rich end influential citizen Of Hartford,
c., who Is guilty Of little darker skin
than bis bre,hern, happened to 10 prescn.
in New York City, on the occasion Of q
great public meeting ON the Battery, al
which the celebrated Black Hawk, then on
his topr throughout the country, vas 70
make speech. Colonel P-and bis
friend P, also . citizen of Hartford,
walked down to the Battery, but found the
crowd 80 large and dense, thst they could
not gain a position within hearing distance
Of the stand erected for the speakers. Al.
ter some elaboration, the Colonel proposed
returning 10 the hotel, but his friend demur-
red. "lcnn manage, with your permission,
Colonel. 10 get scat for each Of us upon
the platform" a*
elbow eau that be done? can hardly
push nv cnnc Into the crowd, and how
shall we effect an entrance with our DO.
dies?'
"l'n tell you Colonel. Just let me an.
nounce You ms Black Hauk, snd we shall
be ,,shered directly into the inner circle
Only little annuity, you know! What
say yous'' IS :.
"Agrecd--but we must make our onset
from another point"
They passed round TO the other side,
near the entrance from Broadway, and The
Cplone! removed his hat, and assumed an
air &c nboriginnl dignity, while bis friend
P--cried in an exceeding loud Voice,
"Room, gentlemen! Make wa, =
Make way fofthe great chief, Black H,wk9'
There was huszinu in the crowd, md
in an instant !, separated on either hand,
under p.'s waving cane, like the waters 81
The Red Sea, under the rod If Noses.
The Colonel and P-.-4->--waIked along
the line, hardly able 10 meet, with bccom.
ing gravity, the curious gaze Of thousands
Of eyes--bu, their object was accomplish
ed--,hey obtained eligible seats, and the
nickname If "Black Hawk" still sticks 10
Colonel P. President Of thc--------
Bank, Hartford, Ct.-- Yankee Blade.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1851-02-20

Tbs Courier des Era,s Unis saws, / lady
of distinguished rink in Paris lately esvS
birth 10 . child, which, though olherwitS
cell formed, was totally withnnt Arains.--
This Young creature. like The most s6nsi-
tive plant, experienced the 1iveli4si 4mofion
ppm heing touched. Tho top Of tho head
wss completely at, which Joined 10 ! long
md n,rrow Jaw gave to theface tbs feseth.
h'ance to The head Of rabbit, i lived ~
hours, to tho great establishment Of docs6tss
[Coar. + EaS.
The Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Scott Co., Iowa) 1841-185?, 1851-02-20

ruE usE Of Books. --Thc apt reply Of
distinguished scholar al our own country
10 benetsctor Of the institution of learn.
ing with which he was connected, when tho
subject Of an increase Of the library was
under discussion, is deserving If perpetual
remembrance. awe need more books,,'
said the professor. "Morc books r exclnin-
ed the merchant; swhy, have YOU rend
through all that you have alresd, - "Ob.
M: and never expect to read Them ALL
,"Whv then do YOU want more?" "Pray,
sir. did Won ever rend Your dictionary
,through?" "Cerainlv not.a "iNel. q
library is my dic,ionnry."! fHti3a