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Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
Our Life TiRne---Transiafed from
the German.

When the world was created, and all
the creatures assembled to have their life
time appointed, the ass FIRST advanced.
and asked how long he would have TO
live.
"Thiriy years." replied Nature; "vill
that be agreeable TO thee!"
"Alas!'' answered the ass, "it is long
while! Remember what wearisome
existence mine will be; from morning I'M
Ill night shall have 10 bear heavy bur-
dens, dragging corn-sacks to the mill.
that others may cal bread, while shall
have no encouragement, nor be refresh
ed with anything but blows and kicks
Give me buta portion Of tia, time !
pray!"
Nature was moved with compassion,
and presented him but eighteen years.
The ass went away comforted, and the
dog was the next 10 come forward.
.How long dost thou require 10 liye?''
asked Nature; "lhiriy years were too
many for the ass. but wilt thou be con-
tented with them"
lis il thy will that should!" replied
the dog, think how much l shall have
to run about; my feet will not last for SO
long time, and, when shall have los
my voice for barking, and my teeth FOL
biting, what else shall ! be fit for blu, 10 liz
in the corner and growll"
Nature though, he was right and gave
him IL years. The ape then approached
"Thou will, doubtless, willingly live
the thirty years." said Nature; ",hor
will not have 10 labor az the ass and tbs
dog. Life will be more pleasant TO thee. .
s.Ah, no!'' cried he; $50 il may seen
to others, but il viii not be! Should pud
dings ever rain down, shall have nc
spoon! Ishall play merry tricks, and ex.
cite laughter by my grimnces, and then
be rewarded with sour apple. How
often sorrow lies concealed behind a Jest!
Ishall not be able 10 endure thirty years -
Nature was gracious, and be received
but ten. At last came man, healthy and
strong, and asked the measure of his
days.
Twill thirty years content thee!'
"How short tirnev exclaimed man;
"when ] shall have built my house, and
kindled fire on my own hearth-when
he trees shall have planted are now a.
bout to bloom and bear fruit--and when
life shall seem 10 me most desirable
shall die! Oh, Nature grant me longer
pcriod!"
Thou shalt have the eighteen years
OF the ass besides"
"That is not yet enough" replied
man.
flake likewise the twelve years q
the dog"
Il. is not sc. enough" reiterated man
s'give me morc!"
"Igiye thee, then, the ten years Of ths
ape, in vain will thou crave morew
Man departed unsatisfied.
Thus man lives seventy years. The
first thirty are his human years, and pass
swiftly BY. He is then healthy and hap
py--he labors cheerfully, and rejoices in
his existence. The eighteen years o.
Tho ass come next, and burden upon bur.
den is heaped upon him; he carries the
corn that is to feed others; blows and
kicks are the wages of his faithful ser.
vice. The twelve years Of the dog fol-
low, and he loses his teeth; and lies 10 a
corner and growls. When these are
gone, The apes ten ysars form ths conclu-
sion. Then man, weak and silly, be-
comes the sport Of children.
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Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
Notice to'pre-Emption Claimants.

Every person entitled to the right of
presumption to any lands within the town
ships and parts of townships above emu
merated, is required to establish the same
to the satisfaction Of the register and recei-
yer OF the proper land office, and make pay
nent therefor AS SOON AS PRACTICABLE AFTER
SEEING HIS NOTICE, and before the day ap-s
pointed for the commencement of the pub
lie sale oil the lands embracing the tract
claimed; otherwise such claim will be for
feited. ]. BUTTERFIELD,
Commissioner of the Gen.
eral Land Office. June 2Osh.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

~ A queer gasherer Of statistics says
that Of one hundred and 6fty-eigh wo-
med whom he met in the streets Of a
city in given time, one hundred were
sucking their parasol handles.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
MASONIC.
MASONIC.

MASONIC.
TNHE STATED communications of Olive
IL Branch Lodge, No. fl, will be held at
the Masonic Hall, in Agency City on Mon
day the 4th day of August, at o'clock
Pm. A punctual attendance of all the
members is requested. Brethren of good
standing in all regular Lodges are respectful
ly invited to attend.
VIM. p. M. GRIGGS, Sec'y.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

In this country We OWE no sovereigns
excep. the ladies' God bless them!-
every man ought TO have one Of them.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
ID. ". Gaylord
Al u G ITO N e E r /,
oTTUxwA, IOWA.

0TTUMWA, IOWA.
w ILL attend to making sale of personal
w property or Real Estate, at auction
at any time. for reasonable compensation.
He may be found in Ottumwa, unless absent
ON business May 10th, 1851.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

DRlNTS-200 pieces prints from 5
to 20 cents per yard, just received
and for sale by A. NUDGE a. Go.
Nov. l, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

Friendship Division Mo. 80 s. T.
M EETS Saturday evenings, at their Hall
lyl on Front street. Brethren from a
distance are invited to attend. A pune
tual attendance Of the members is request
ed. BY order of the Division.
w. HI. BRUMFIELD, RS.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
MEDICAL NOTICE.

DIR. AZ. VI. I'D. Kcuyel,
PifYSiCl.7N.flND SURGEON,
HAVlNG located at John d. Bevans'.
Ii near Bur ,,e's Point, respectfully ten
ders his professional services to thecitizens
of the neighborhood and vicinity.
April 18th, 55l.-6n.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

DASSIMERES-A large assortment
~ of black and fancy colors of the
latest style for sale by
Nov. /, 1850. A. NUDGE & Co.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
3 PRAIRIE STATE COOKING
-e q ~ OT'(lEH

for our leading Stove, we offer it to the
public, with the expectation that it will
give general satisfaction. Notwithstand-
ing the heavy casting Of this Stove, making
it more expensive to the manufacturer, still
the prices at which we we sell them, are
lower than any other patent Stove. The
signature to the following certificate, will
show how the Stove is regarded by those
who have it in use:
We the undersigned, having in nse a
Cooking Stove called the Prairie State,
manufactured by A. Comstock, Quincy, ILL.,,
after having given the same fair trial, have
no hesitancy in saying; that for neatness
and durability of workmanship and dis
patch in cooking, this Stove is unsurpassed.
The Stove has powerful draft, capacious
oven and is heated with much less fuel, and
in about one half the time required for
most of the late style of large oven Stoves.
From actual knowledge, we unhesitating
ly recommend this stove to all families
wishing to purchase what may properly be
called n @uood .dura hle; ennkino ctoya.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
LAND WARRANTS,
rL.e

A LARGEl lot just received, which will
IA be sold on fair terms. A supply on
hand at all times. Entries made at Fairfield
or Iowa City if desired. j. d. DEVIN.
Ottumwa, November 29th.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
b ~. g "A Y j.
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN
Drmss, Hle0irincs, Chemicals, Oils,
PAINTS, DYE-STUFFS,

WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN
Drmss, mfnirincs, Gbemirals, Oils,
PAINTS. DYE-STUFFS,
DRUGGISTS GLASS WARE,
burlington, Io,c0.
0s- Also Dealerin Books and Stationery,
Surgical and Dental instruments, Teeth,
Gold and Tin Foil, Perfumery, Window
Glass; great variety of FANCY ARTICLES;
Sporting and Fishing Tackle.
Agent for Dupont's GunpOwder; also, for
Smiths Machine Cards; supply Of which,
will be kepton hand. March ]. 80.
Burlington Planning Mill.
URLIN TON, 10 " n .
TIME subscribers would announce to the
il public that they have PLANNING Mill
in successful operation, and are now pre-
pared to plane, tongue and groove lumber,
and saw it as il may be required.
They have on hand large lot of FIOor-
ing, ready for laying down. Persons
wishing this kind Of material, would do
well to give them call.
RAND, FOOTE & CO.
Dec. 18th, 1850. ly.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
COmstOck & Brothers,
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
Stoves and Tin Ware,

Tin Plate, Russia and American Sheet Iron
Sheet Copper, Brass and Zinc; Copper
and Iron Rivets, Hollow Ware,
lead Pine so 90
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

F. G. M'cLlNrrc.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

JOHN C. JOHNSON.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

Main Street, KeOkulx, Iowa.
THE subscribers have connected them
selves with the Foundry of A. Com
stock, in Quincy, H., in such manner as
to be able to furnish Stoves at wholesale OF
retail, with or without trimmings, at redu-
ced prices. Having selected the
DID, YDyLr orr 0SuE unnuTNc
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01
Ready Made Clothing,
N e W G. 0 0 d S..

Dec. 18th, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-08-01

April 18th, so.
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LEVERETT'S LATIN LEXICON,

INNLARGED AND IMPROVED, compiled chiefly from
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GEORGETOWN AND ITS AFFAIRS.
GroRaBrowN, June 27-12 m.

UEOhQETOWN, juno Az III.
The interruption on the canal was caused
by a slight breach near dam No. A it has
been thoroughly repaired, and boats are again
running on the entire line, without any inter
ruption,
At Forrest Hall, last night, there was full
house, and judging from the laundering out
bursts of laughter and applause, the audience
were highly pleased with the evenings enter
tainment.
Nothing is more pleasant ON warm day than
a trip to the Georgetown College, there to enjoy
the pleasant company of its inmates, the re-
treshing shade of the beautiful trees that line
its well-regulated walks, partake of the pure
sparkling water, flowing fresh from the mother
earth, and famed by the cooling breezes which
murmur through the rich foliage of the trees
that surround it. From its elevated position
you may have an uninterrupted view of the ma
jestic Potomac, forcing its way through the tow
ering hills, and over its rocky bed, deepening
and widening as it moves onward, bearing upon
its bosom the many beautiful vessels of every
class heavily laden with the rich treasures
and products of the earth--the surrounding
hills clad in the rich garniture, and the fields
of golden grain ready for the sickle; all con-
spring to delight the eye, refresh the body, and
invigorate the mind
The -four and grain market remains un-
changed, and but little of either coming in.
Several vessels are below, bound up.
SaiIed-Packet schr. Hamilton, Dayton New
York; do. do Bounty, Parker, New York; do.
do Kate Stewart, King, Philadelphia.
Canal Trade.--Ben. Franklin, 80 miles, -four
and corn; Charles Arthur, Cumb., coal; Salem,
do. do.
Dparted-L j. Ferrill, D. J. Mccoy, Dan1
Webster, Annawan, c. F. Nude, J. Motter,
IL. G. Phelps. ELECTRO.
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CHICAGO, H., June 26.-Much excitement
exists at Belvidere, Boone county, in conse-
quence of the murder of young woman named
Ellen Slade. The affair came to light last week
Two persons are charged with causing her
death One merchant named Koth, her sedu-
Ger; the other doctor named Woodward. The
latter is charged with producing death by at
tempting to produce premature birth. Dr.
Woodward fled but was arrested. A reward of
$500 is offered by the citizens for the appre-
hension of Koth.
New YORK, June 26.-The Cherokee sailed
to-day for Chagres with the mails and nearly
two hundred passengers.
HARTFORD, June 26.-The Legislature to-day
passed bills chartering four banks, one Of
which is located at Hartford, with a capital of
100000.
CHARLESTON, June 25.-The Isabel, from
Havana, arrived this morning.
ST. LoUIs, June 25.-A trader has arrived
here from the mountains. He states that he
met 626 wagons near Fort Laramie. They
were getting on we'll No news. Nearly all
bound for Oregon and Utah. There was no
snow on the mountains. He encountered heavy
rains on the route, which had swollen the rivers
to an unusual height. The cholera had nearly
disappeared from Jefferson Barracks.
A great railroad celebration is to be held here
on the 4th of July. Edward Bates, esq, is to
be the orator of the day.
The steamers Grand Turk and Concordia left
here to-day with 225 emigrants. The river is
now falling.
MEMPHIS, Tenn, June 25.--The Hon. S. Jar
nagin died last night of cholera There is
good deal of sickness in the city, but not much
cholera.
CINCINNATI, June 25.-The cholera has reap
peared in Princeton, Kentucky, seven new cases
and two deaths having occurred. The town was
nearly deserted. A few cases have also APP
peared at Memphis. At Lexington, Missouri,
there were eleven deaths in five days. Several
deaths are reported as having occurred on the
canal near Petersburg, Indiana, from the same
disease
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General Emigration and Passage Office,

No 81 Hurting SIP, Ne'o York, near Fulton Ferry
rTNHE subscriber begs leave to inform his friends
l. the public that his arrangements such for bring
ing out and forwarding passengers to and from Liverpool
by the old and vorite Black Star Line Of Packets sailing
to and from New York and Liverpool every week, to
ensure cheap and quick conyeyances. The ships
prsing this line all and first class packets
manded by old and experienced commanders.
Also Agent for the Star Line of Glasgow Packets sail
ing every month Also Agent for the splendid Line
New York and Louisiana Line of New Orleans packets,
sailing every week.
Drafts at sight furnished for any amount England
Ireland, and Scotland. THOS. III. OBRIEN,
mar 81 81 Burling Slip 2 doors from South ST.
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Observation-Disclosures the prisoners in the
Moyamensing lookup on Tuesday night, was a
young and interesting female, the daughter of
one of the first families of the chief commercial
city of a southern State. Only few years ago,
and she was the pride of fond parents At the
age of sixteen, she eloped from boarding
school with midshipman in the navy, who
seduced her from the paths of virtue. Ruin
ensued, and she was lost to her people. Dissi-
patton and infamy became her lot. At last she
sunk to the level of the unfortunates of Small
street. Her case excited the deepest pity.
She was sent to prison.-Ehiia. Penn.
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WONDER WORKING sALyE.

nR. P0RTERS mountaineering SALVE, as pre-
pared by the late Dr. TALEY, of this city, acts like
charm invariably eectng in all Of
Wounds Bruises Burns Scalds Chilbains Painful Swell
ing Bes Piles Assesses Ulcers and Sores of all kinds
II is wonderfully effcacious for Inflammation RISING
of the FEMALE BREAST inflammation arising from any
As lip salye and for chapped hands, 1t has supe-
rior IL will make perfect cure in a hurry.
The subscriber has used 1t in his own family with
astonishing success and can recommend it with con-
adence And so we'll assured is the PROPRIETOR Of its Ell
cacy that the purchaser win be at liberty to return what
saye Is left and his money be refunded in case OF failure
A. GRAY, Bookseller, It'll street.
ap A-1avy General Agent lor tne " o.
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Pleasure Excursion to Piney Point, Old Point,
Norfolk, and Cape Henry.

~ Six The steamer 0SCE0LA will leave Wash
E1SsErnaasAs ington upon excursion to the above
places on Thursday, July 3, at o'clock p M arriving
at pney Point the same evening, and at Norfolk early
next morning, when she will again at o'clock for
Old Point where the passengers pass the Fourth
July most pleasantly, in bathing, fishing boatsaing
Joyng the sea breeze, and viewing Fortress Monroe,
which is the largest military work in the Union.
In the afternoon the boat will make trip sea
return to Norfolk after the magnificent display of
works from the Notifications.
The Osceola will leave for home the next day. (satur-
day. after giving the party ample time to visit the navy
yard dry-dock, big ship Pennsylvania, &C.
The table will be supplied with all the deicacies which
the salt water affords.
Good music will be in attendance.
Passage and fare for the round trip &c. for gentleman
and lady, $40. j. MITCHELL, Captain
June 25-td
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~ EVANS FIRE AND THIEF PROOF SAFES
for the of Merchants, Storekeepers, and others
full assortment Of various sizes in store. The above
Chests warranted equal TO other make for security
against Fire Burglars having withsood the test of both
without injury or loss to the owners, in any instance.
ALso-ln store and for sale:
Seal and Letter Copying Presses and Books
Trucks, for moving Boxes, Bales, &C., in Stores
Druggists Presses, with Cylinders and Pans
Packing Levers, for Dry Good stores, &c.
Portable Shower Baths, of construction suitable for
or cold water
Rcfrgerators, for keeping Meats Butter MIX, &c. in
dining room, hall, cellar ,
Water Filters for purifying muddy or bad water,
OLIVER EVANS,
81 s. Second, l door below Chestnut street,
mar "a - Philadelphia.