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Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
POetical.
From Fishers Drawing Room Scrap Book.
The Foolish Quarrel.

"Hush, Juana; tits quite certain
That the coffee was not strong;
Own your error--l'll forgive you
Why so stubborn in the wrong?"
"You'llforgive me! Sir, | hate you
You have used me like churl;
Have my senses ceased to guide me?
Do you think am girl?"
"Oh, no! you're girl no longer,
But woman, formed to please;
And its time YOU should abandon
Childish follies such a these"
"Oh, hate you! But why vex me?
If I'm old, you're older still;
I'll no longer be your victim,
And the creature of your will"
"But, Juana, why this pother?
1t might happen | was wrong;
But, if common sense inspire me,
Still, that coffee was not strong"
Common sense! You never had it!
Oh, that ever | was born
To be welded to monster,
Who rcpays my love with scorn."
"Well, Juana, we'll not quarrel
What's the use of bitter strife?
But I'm sorry am married;
was mad to take a wife,"
"Mad, indeed! Pm glad you know it;
But if there be law in Spain,
I'll be tied to you no longer
l am weary of the chain
"Hush, Juana! Shall the servants
Hear you argue, ever wrong?
Can you not have done with folly?
Own the coffee was not strong"
"oh, you goad me past endurance.
Trifling with my woman's heart;
But loath you, and detest you
Villain! Monster! Let us part"
Long this foolish quarrel lasted,
Till Juana, half afraid
That her empire was in peril,
Summon'd neyer-failing aid:
Summoned tears in copious torrents,
Tears, and sobs, and piteous signs;
Well she knew the p otent practice,
The artillery of the eyes.
And it CHANGED as sic imagined
Beautiful in grief was She
Beautiful, to best advantage;
And tender heart had he.
Kneeling at her side he sooth'd her,
"Dear Juana, was wrong;
Never more I'll contradict YOU
But, oh, make my coffee strong"
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
MASONIC.

A THE stated communication of Or
Wy rUMwA LODGE No. HG, will be held
W. at the Masonic Hall, on Thursday
the 18th day of February, at o'clock P. Nj.
A punctual attendance of all the members
is requested. Brethren of good standing in
all regular Lodges are respectfully invited
to attend. A. ID. WOOD, Sec'y.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
Breaking the News.

Cuff had been out with the cart and
oxen, and returning, his master asked
him what was the trouble!
"Why, massa, de wheel is broke
ais that all, Cuff"
"No, massa, de tongue broke, too"
"What, did the oxen run away!"
ayes, massa, and kill the nigh OK"
"ls it possible, Cuff ?"
sand de off OK, loo, massa."
$50, you black rascal. you have made
a perfect smash up, and that is the rea-
SON why you come back; why didn't
you tell me so?"
"Why, lnassa." said Cuff, scratching
his wool, Il s'pose dat one wheel broke
be 'fcient of itself inGisidooly, widou,
proceeding into de entire argument OBJ de
cart and oxum."
fE- Adversify ia Tho trial of prInrinle.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
ansuranrc, Ctr.
The Knox Insurance Company,
FIRE, MARINE AND LIFE INSURANCE..
Capital Stock-TWO HUNDRED THOU
SAND DOLLARS 21

Office, on Water ST., in Wises' Brickrow,
ViNcENNEs, Indiana. u
'FFIIS Company, having been duly organ
Il lied, and ten per cent. paid in on the
capital stock subscribed, and the balance
secured by mortgage on real estate and by
personal guarantee, are now prepared to eff
feet Insurance against loss or damage by
fire, on buildings, merchandise, machinery,
manufactures. and all descriptions of prop
erty, also, merchandise and produce in the
course of inland transportation, the risks
of the seas, &c, also the bulls of steam<
boats and other vessels, and upon the lives
of individuals going to California. The
rates of premium will be as low as those Of
any other RESPONSIBLE company.
All losses literally adjusted and prompt
ly paid. The stockof this company is held
entirely in the West, and controlled by
western men, in no way connected with
New York.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
Severe Deafness Cured.

The following is extract from letter lately re.
ceyed from distinguished physician in the State Of
Virginia:
"A. H. CHRISTIE, NJ. D.--Dedr Sir One of my pa
tents, unknown to me, obtained your Gacac Bell aud
Necklace with the Magnetic Fluid for serious affection
of Deafness The that of lady whose Nervous
system was much dsordered, and her general health
poor Much done previously to the application of
the Belt but with very little success and feel il only
right to tell you that since she commenced wearing
the Belt and using the Fluid but few weeks ago she
has ENTIRELY RECOVERED HER HEARING and
her general health is better than for several years"
05- Every Of Deafness, if it be Nervous as il
generally is can be cured by this wonderful remedy
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
MASONIC.

FENHE STATED communication of Olive
1 Branch Lodge, No. 2l, will be held at
the Masonic Hall, in Agency City on Mon
day the 10th day of February, at o'clock
p. NJ 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. NJ. GRIGGS, Sec'y.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
DR.. CHRISTIE'S
GALVANIC NECKLACE

Is used for all complaints affecting the Throat or Head
such as Bronchitis Inflammation OF the Throat Nervous
and Sick Headache Dizziness of the Head Neuralgia in
the Face Buzzng Roaring in the Ears Deafness,
which generally Nervous and that distressing COM
plant called Tic Doloreux.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
MEDICAL NOTICE,

HR. J. C. CAMPBELL, tenders his ser
~ vices in all the various branches of
his profession to the citizens of Agency
City, and surrounding country.
MAY 3lst. 1850, If. " -.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
TEN SHOP.

StTILL on hand, eight different sizes, and
- patterns of cooking stoves; also parlor,
box z plate, 6 plate and Franklin coal and
wood stoves; Sugar Kettles, Dog Irons,
Skillets, Ovens, Odd Lids, Tea Kettle,
Brass Kettles, Frying Pans and all other
articles usually kept in a Tin and Stove
House. Z WASHBURN.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
TAYLOR & Ives,

HAVE just received a large quantity Of
Il Chairs, which they will sell as low as
they can be bought in any market, counting
the carriage, In addition to the chairs we
still continue to manufacture superior ar
ticle of Furniture of all kinds, consisting of
Tables of all kinds, plain and fancy Bed
steads; fancy and dressing Bureaus of SUI
perior quality; Lounges and Wardrohes, in
short every thing that CAN be made out of
wood, for the kitchen Or the parlor.
Collins made to order on the shortest no.
tice.
Shop at the old stand of T. A. Taylor,
west side Of the mill Square. ... .
Ottumwa, Sept. 20, 80 -nl2.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
j. I'D. Devin,
ATTORNEY AT LAW,

OTTUMWA, IOWA
Will practice i'll the Counts Of Wappello
md other counties of the Third Judicial Dis
riot, and in the Supreme Court. Prompt
attention given to the collection of claims in
lie river counties, and the sale of land war
rants.
Having received'fofms &C., he will attend
to procuring Bounty Lands under the late
Act of Consres. .s..
Aug. 8, '4S.--ly.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14

TOTTON WARNINGS. 7, g, o, 10,
~ Pitsburg manufacture, just receiv-
ed and for sale by A. NUDGE a. Co.
Nov. ], 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
10000 Persons

including all ages classes and conditions among which
were large number Of ladies' who peculiarly subject
to Nervous Complaints have been
ENTIRELY AND PERMANENTLY CURED,
when all hope of relief had been given up, and every
thing else been tried in vain
To illustrate re of the GALyANIC BELT,
suppose the case OF person afflicted with that bane of
civilization, DYSPEPSIA, sry other Chronic Nery
Gus Disorder In ordinary cases stimuants TAKEN
which, by their action the and muscles of the
stomach, afford temporary relief hut which leave the
patient in lower state and with injured faculties after
the action thus excited has ceased. Now compare this
with the effect resulting from the application Of the GAL
VANlC BELT. Take DysrePhc sufferer, in the
worst symptoms Of attack and simply te the Belt
around the Body using the Magnetic Fluid directed
In sort period the insensible Precipitation will act
the positive element of the Belt thereby causing Gal
vanc circulation which will pass to the negative and
thence back again to the positive thus keeping up
tInuous Gavanc circulation throughout the system
Thus the most severe cases of DYSPEPSIA PER-
MANENTLY CURED. FEW DAYS is AMPLY
SUFFICIENT TO ERADICATE THE DISEASE OF
YEARS. . .....
CERTIFICATES AND TESTIMONIALS
OF the most Undoubted Character,
all ho
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
ARTHUR BRIDGMAN.
JOHN =. REED.
Bridgman & Reed,

WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN
FOREIGN md DONE SIYC
iJRD @ 90 DG, ...
Clothing, Hats, Caps, Bonnefs, Boots,
Shoes, Groceries, Hardware, Queens
ware, Cotton Yar7,ySalt, Nails, Glass,
sc. &c. ..-~.
WILL sell Goods by RETAIL as low
w as they can be bought in the State,
and by WHOLESALE at .......
st. Louis Prices!
With the addition Of freight on heavy articles.
Particular attention win be paid to orders
FROM THE COUNTRY, so that Merchants and
others at a distance, may be sure Of obtain
ing goods on as
Favorable Germs, Hs.
when ordering them, asif personally present.
PROD U CE - .#.a
OF all kinds, taken in exchange for goods.
Feb. %, lSi9.-ylxxn.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
Dr. II. G.. NscCEsntick.

p II SICIAN & SURG EON,
ID ESPECTFULLY tenders his profess
L u sional services to the citizens of Dab
lonega and vicinity. Office at his residence,
in Dahlonega, Wapello county, Iowa.
Where he may at all times be found except
when absent on professional business.
Dahlonega, Aug. 2nd, 1850. If.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
i)bpsicians 6 fnwncrs.
MEDICAL NOTICE,

TV,HE UNDERSIGNED would respect
a fully inform the inhabitants of Ottum-
wand surrounding country, that they have
associated themselves together in the prac-
tice of Medicine and Surgery in Ottumwa,
where they will attend all calls in the line
of their profession. Prompt attention and
reasonable charges in all cases. .....
V. w. COFFIN.
AID. WOOD, M. d.
Ottumwa, Nov. 18th 1919.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
III. III. GEsEEHEHEEHS 81 CO.,
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN
Foreign & Domestic Hardware,

Cutlery, Nails, lamps, Briftania
Hare, Tools, IRON, Steel, &c.
THIS is the largest stock of Hardware
ever opened in Iowa, and we intend to
sell at prices which will compete with any
Hardware Store in st. Louis. The citizens
of ottumwa are respectfully invited to call
and examine our stock--remember the sign
of the Big Saw at the BURLINGTON HARD
WARE STORE, No. 2 Jefferson street,
BURLINGTON. Iowa. march 22-ly
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
I'D. II. Gaylord
AL q rION 4, T. II :

OTTUMWA, IOWA.
w ILL attend to making sale of personal
w property or Real Estate, at auction
at any time. for a reasonable compensation.
He may be found in Ottumwa, unless absent
on business MAY 10th, lS49.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
Friendship Division NO. SO S. T.

NE EETS Saturday evenings, at their Hall
lNI 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. ii. BRuMFIELD, Il. s.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
Z. ~. EEEsberrg,

4. ~. ElIsberry,
attorney and Counsellor at Lar, and
SOLICITOR IN CH.4NCERY,
OTTUMWA, IOWA.
WILL practice in the several Courts of
w Wapello and surrounding counties.
All business entrusted to his care will re-
ceive prompt and faithful attention. Col
ections carefully attended to. Office un-
der Odd Fellows Hall.
april 10, lS50.-y
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
New Fall and Winter
GOOD

nAVID SANDS, would respectfully in,
~ form his friends in Wapello and
adjoining counties, and the public general
ly, that he is now in receipt of large
and well assorted stock of Fall and Winter
Goods, of almost every variety, which was
carefully selected in Philadelphia, to suit
this market. The stock consists in part as
follows, Fancy black and blue merimack
Prints, French Ginghams, Muslin de Lane,
Alpaca, Lustre, black, colored and figured
broad Cloth, Cashmere, Satinetts, Jeans,
Linsey, Flannel, Blankets, Tickings, Hand
kerchiefs Gross barred and plain, Jaconet
Swiss Muslin, and Irish Linen, brown and
bleached Domestics, Checks, Table Cloths,
Trimmings, Hosiery, Gloves. Ribbons and a
great variety of ~ Yankee Notions" togeth-
or with large supply of
Eseady-Made Clothing.
Such as Coats, Pantaloons and Vests of ev-
cry variety, Flannel Shirts and Drawers;
also, Hats and Caps, also good assortment
of Boots and Shoes, Hardware, Cutlery,
Quecnsware and Glassware, Groceries, Tea,
Sugar, Coffee, Pepper, Allspice, Dye-Stutis,
Spun Thread. Those who are in want of
any of the above articles, are respectfully
invited to call and examine my stock. No
trouble to show Goods.
Ottumwa, Iowa, Oct. 18th 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
AN EXTRAORDINARY CASE,
which conclusyely proves that
Truth is stranger than Fiction"
CURE OF "#
Rheumatism, Bronchitis and Dyspepsia.
REV DR. LANDS, A CLERGYMAN

Of New Jersey Of distinguished attanments and exalted
reputation =
SIDNEY New Jersey, July IL, Is4s
DR. A. II CaRIsrIE-Dear SIR You wish to know of
what has been the result in my case, of the
application of THE GALVANiC BELT AND NECK.
LACE. My reply is as follows: ..ar .anu...
For about tusnty years had been suffering from
Dyspepsia. Every year the symptoms became worse
could Obtain permanent relief from any course
of medical treatment whatever About fourteen years
weather, in the discharge of my pastoral duties,
became subject to severe Chronic rheumatism, which
for year after year, caused ndescrbable anguish
Farther in the winter of AS and 49, in conse.
quence of preaching great deal in my own and
various other churches in this region was attacked
by the Bronchitis which became so severe as
to require immediate suspension of my pastoral
rafed and my Bronchitis became worse so also did
my Dyspepsia ana Rheumatic afiection-thus eyincing
that these disorders connected with each other
through the medium of the Nervous System. In the
whole pharmacop9ia there seemed to be no remedial
agent which could reach and recuperate my Nervous
completely failed At last led by my friends to
anime your inventions, and Enough with no very san
guine hopes of their etciency determined to try the
effect of the application OF the GALVANIC BELT AND
NECKLACE, with the MAGNETIC FLUID. This was
in June 1916. To ADJOURNMENT, IN TWO
DAYS MY DYSPEPSIA HAD GONE IN EIGHT DAYS WAS
ENABLED TO RESUME MY PASTORAL LABoRs, NOR HAVE
A SERVICE ACCOUNT OF THE
BRONCHITIS: RHEUMATIC AFFECTION HAS EN-
TIRELy CEASED TROUBLE ME. Such Is the wonder
ful and happy results OF the experiment.
| have recommended the BELT and FLUID to many
who have been likewise suffering from Neuralgia sfec
tons. They have tried them, WITH RESULTS
BkLIEvE,
am, dear sir very respectfully yours,
ROBERT w. Lands
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
TO THE LADIES,

sa. TO THE LADIES'. E#t
In addition to the above, we always keep
a splendid assortment of Ladies Hose and
Glove9, and splendid assortment of Perfu-
meries, consisting of Cologne Water, put
up in various styles, Ok Marrow, Pomade,
Rose Oil, Perfumed Soap, Smelling Bottles,
&c. Ladies be sure and call and see our
stock of Perfumery and Fancy articles, be-
fore purchasing elsewhere, as we cannot fail
to please you; and if there is an article in
the ''nicknack' or fancy line, that you can
not find elsewhere, you may be sure that
Galinger SLcdgIass have it .... ..
We also have on hand and for Sale cheap,
Sugar, Coffee, Tea, Chocolate, Molasses,
Pepper, Spices. Star and Tallow Candles,
Powder Shot, Raisins, Dates, Figs, Lem
ons, Oysters, Sardincs and HOLSTERS The
best article of Cigars, Smoking Tobacco
and chewing Tobacco always on hand. s.
We intend keeping on hand complete
supply of the above articles as well as a
general assortment of everything kept in a
Drug, Fancy or Grocery Store.
..... TO PEDLARS.
We would particularly call the attention
oil Pedlers to our stock, as we are sure we
can sell them every variety of goods adap-
tea 10 their business and at such prices as
will be advantageous to them.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14

A good assortment of Jewelry, such as
Breast Pins, Shirt Studs, Ear and finger
Rings, Watch Keys, Tea and Table Spoons,
Knives. Pistols. Sc.--
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
DR.. CHRiSTIE'S
GALVANIC BRACELETS

Are found of vast service in of Fits
Spasmodic Complaints, and general Nervous Affections
OF the Head and upper extremities Also in Palsy and
Paralysis and all diseases caused by deficiency of
or Nervous Energy in the limbs or other organs Of the
body
90 Many hundred Certificates from all parts Of the
country of the most extraordinary character be
given if required.
o. No trouble or inconvenience attends the use of
DIR. CIIRISTIE'S G.4LY.lNfC ARTICLES, and
they may be by the most feeble and delicate with
perfect and safety In many the sensation
attending their use is highly pleasant aud agreeable
sway can be sent to any part of the country.
Prices:
fhe Galyanic Belt, Three Dollars.
The Galvanic Necklace, Two Dollars.
The Galvanic Bracelets, One Dollar Each
Tho Magnetic Fluid, One Dollar.
frz- The articles accompanied by full and plain
directions. Pamphlets with full particulars may be had
of the authorized Agent
PARTICULAR CAUTION.
CO. Beware of CouneJeas and Worthless limitations
ID. O. MoREHEAD, NJ. D.,
GENERAL AGENT FOR THE UNITED STATES
LIZA broadway. New York.
For sale by
GALINGER e. SNODGRASS.
Authorised agents for
Ouumwa, Iowa.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
Or. Christie,s csalvanio curatixas.

consists in the fact that they arrest and disease
OUTWARD application in place Of the usual mode of drug
gng and ply scking the patient till exhausted Nature
sinks horelessly under the inhictioE
They strengthen The srhoe system, tqualiae the eircts
taton Of the blood promote the Secrsons, and do
the slightest injury under any circumstances Since THEN
Introduction in the United States only three years since
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14
CONN & BROWN,

JN1o. BRows.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1851-02-14

GI}- In NERVOUS COMPLAINTS Drugs and Medi.
cnes increase the disease for they weaken the vital
ges OF the already Frustrated system while under the
streng henng, fe-giying vItazing influence of Gal
vanish, applied by this beautiful and wonderful dis
covery, the exhausted patient and weakened sufferer is
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-07-03

The most important section of this subsidi-
ary work. stretching acrossthe centre Of the
stream, is nearly completed. and when fin
ished will leave for the current only one
channel through the main dam. near
the northern Northumberland thus greatly
facilitate the progress Of the masonry, by
opening large area in which considers-
BILE force can be employed.
The season has been thus far very ia
vorable-and the work has progressed
rapidly. A force of250 hands, is now en-
ploycd and should the season in future be
favorable. the work can be completed
in the fall. The large quantities of gran
lite and other materials deposited near the
site of the dam,--the Titan-ike structure
erected from the bed of the stream, to lift
the ponderous masses of stone, and place
them in their position-asteam engine, used
for a similar purpose. and for pumping the
water from the space occupied by the
workmen-and the number of laborers
thronging the site, who. by systematic c.
economy of space and motion, are kept &C
lively employed in the different descrip.
tons Of work-present a scene of very
great animation and interest,exhibiting the
active progress ola work of no inconsid.
cradle magnitude.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-07-03

We have barely space to announce the
occurrence Of most lamcntable event.
Sunday nightlas DR.. LorenzoD. Williams
ofthe county Of Amherst. eloped with the
eldest daughter fMr. Richard G. Morris,
of the same couniy-the parties starting
from this town, and taking the road to
Charlottesville. They were pursued by
the father and brother OF the lady, overta-
ken in Charlottesville and she recovered
Returning, Mr.. M. with his daughter and
son took lodgings for the night at Nelson
c. H., where they were in a short time
joined by DR.. Williams and party. Upon
entering thesupper room, young Mr.. Rich
ard Morris (the sony seeing Dr.. w. and
his friends seated at table, seized plate
and threw it at DR.. w. Pistols were i'm
mediately used land Mr.. Morrisreceivediw two
shots, one in the head and the other in the
side, Of which he died almost instantly
DR.. Williams and Mr. Hill who was one
Of his party. were both severely, and it is
stated MORALLY, wounded. Wearc not a.
blc,nor have we space to give full details. or
make those reflections natural to the hap
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-07-03
The Debt Of England.

To citizens Of this government, proven.
bially astute and cautious in business trans
actions and easily alarmed at the thought O.
State debts, England presents strang,
and startling spectacle. The debt of grea
Britain, commenced in the reign ofQueer
Anne, shortly after the revolution of 1858, "a
mounts now to some four thousand million,
Of dollars. Upon this vast sum, the inter.
est is regularly paid and such payment is
as necessary to the existence of the govern.
ment as is the regular beating of the heart
to animal life. Let it be intermitted and
the government would be suffocated, con.
fidence would be lost. capitalists would
Withhold their means, the power to borrow
would cease and all the functions of ma
tlonal vitality be suspended. In spite Of
the incalculable wealth of her citizens
the value Of her jewels, the extent of her
provinces and the amount of her public
property, simple resolution in the House
OF Commons, refusing to provide for the
payment of the national interest, would
render the power Of the throne, the inHu
ence Of the nobility, the whole govern
mental system, powerless. 1t is N this way
probably. if ever, that revolution will be eff
fected in England. Discomfort among the
people could not fail to make itself felt in
the popular branch of the government. II
that discomfort should at any time become
great and general, its demands however
radical and revolutionary could not be dis
regarded. The British Ministry, dare not
oppose the popular will, and as soon as
their policy becomes Objectionable or
fails to secure the approval of the House
of Commons, they are compelled to resign
their power and give place to new set Of
men and another system of measures
England is monarchy in name and theory,
but as different from the monarchy of Hen
ry the Sth, or Elizabeth,in practice, as the
government Of Switzerland differs from
that Of Russia. Nominally the power rests
in the Enthusiastically it resides with the
people. Interpretations are orders. They
are like the Spanish beggar, who humbly
asks aims with musket at your breast.
Hence while the British debt is in one as
pect oppressive, in another, it is the great
aleviator Of oppression. 1t makes heavy
draughts upon the pocket, but it secures
large amount of political liberty. 1t is at
once the bane and the blessing of the Eng
lish people.