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Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

The following is an extract from his
Castle Garden speech, Feb, Is, 1850:
.'Fellow-citizens came here this eve.
ming not expecting to do more than take
my stand in the corner of the room, foi
the purpose of listening TO the proceed
ings Of this very interesting and impor.
tant meeting. had no expection of hav-
ing the honor to be called upon this stand.
| am indebted to the kindness Of friend,
who discovered me below, for having the
honor to appear in such conspicuous
manner before you. Little did | expect
being called upon to address this great
and glorious meeting, which is worthy Of
the Empire State, and worthy of the I'm
ion which you come here to support
Great applause.) see before me the
intelligence, the wealth and patriotism Of
this great city, voluntarily coming here
for the purpose Of supporting that Union.
| am an humble friend and devoted SER
want of the same Union. do not cali
myself citizen OF the East or the North,
or of the West or Of the South. have
served that Union for nearly forty-two
years, and | feel that am citizen Of
every part and parcel of this glorious
constellation of States. As friend of
the Union, and knowing that the Union
is in jeopardy, e. knowing that this meet
ing was called for the purpose Of devils
ing of measures of compromise and con-
cliation, | am here. Many thanks for
the kindness you have shown me.
81 am not an Aboli,ionist, nor an advo-
cate OF slavery. would not have come
here if had thought these subjects would
have initiated with each other at this
meeting. Ibid not come here as Wing
or as Democrat. | have not attended
a party meeting for upwards Of forty
years; but when the cry is the Union is
in danger; and rally is called for the sup
port OF the Union, | would be coward,
and recreant to my country, if did not
respond 10 the call. | mean 10 give my
little strength TO support the Union, and
God willing | will do so. / am not a
strong man; but have little strength
left, and trust shall be buried under
the Union. God grant that you may de-
wise or fall upon some plan to save that
Union, to which we are, in heart and
soul SO much devoted"
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

WHIe VIcToRA IN RHoDE ISLAND.
WING U. s. SENATOR SEcURED.-The
Wings Of Rhode Island, after an excited
and severe pcl;;::iicessll contest, on the l7sh
inst, achieved a substantial victory.
They have carried both branches of the
General Assembly, securing Senator in
Congress. and the slate patronage. Gov.
Allen (Dem. has been reelected by q
diminished majority. Lieut.. Gov. Law.
renee Dem. is defeated, and The election
of his successor devolging on the Gener.
al Assembly. Mr. Arnold. the Wing can,
didate, will of course be chosen.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
What say the Faculty.

One of the strongest evidences of the
wonderful, curative properties Of DR.. Roc
ER's SYRUP OF LIvERwoRT, TAR, and CAM
cHALAGuA, is the countenance and support
It has received from physicians of the first
eminence. The public well know that they
are the last to endorse any other which is
not prescribed in the Medical Talmud. But
this preparation they are now recommend
ing, as numbers Of their autograph letters,
in the possession Of the proprietors conclu-
siyely show. If THEY ADMIT this Syrup to
be remedy for Pulmonary and Liver COM
plaintiff THEY SAY that it acts specifically
and bene6cially on the hillary Organs, and
upon the Lungs, and if THEIR OPINION is
confirmed by means Of VOLUNTARY cERTIrI-
Gates FROM THE CURED, what further testi-
mony can be desired? Obtain the PAM
phlet from the Agent, and readit.
Why will We die! was the pathetic
language OF one Of old. Cannot similar
appeal be made to those of the present day
who inhabit low grounds, and, Consequent
iy, are exposed to the MALARIA arising from
decayed vegetation. a 8st
10 all such, we say--use .'SMrrn's Tonic
SYRUP, or VEGETABLE FERRIFUGE," if you
would escape the prevailing fevers, or, If
attacked with Fever and Ague, in THIS rem
edy you will find CERTAIN specific. It
can be had from so aa sit f4'a aa
JOHN PUMRoY, 0.tun,,oa.
JOHN BEACH, Agsney City.
- r.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
PITTsRuRGH. Anril 81,

The river reached the height Of 80
feet at noon yesterday, when il common.
ced falling, and up TO noon today had
fallen in all. feet. The Pennsylvania
Railroad. between this place and Beaver,
is much injured, but there is large
force already on it, and The repairs are
commenced. The train started from
Beaver this morning, but at present we
cannot tell when the cars will run from
here to Beaver. Rochester. Pa, Beaver
and Sharon are all overfnwed, and ma
ny families had TO move. An immense
amount Of property has been destroyed.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
H Mr.. John snodpras. proposes

n Mr.. John Snodgrass proposes TO
teach the young ideas how 10 shoot a.
the Upper School House, commencing
on the Sd day of May. Mr.. s. has had
experience in this vocation, and will ap.
ply himself diligently and faithfully to
promote the cultivation and advance.
ment Of his pupils. Those who have
made no arrangements for their "respon.
sibil:tics," will do well to send to him.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
JACKSONVILLE. Fa.. April 2

The Whlg Convention assembled a,
ST. Augustine on the 9Th. A resolution
in favor OF the compromise measures as
they are was adopted unanimously -
They declared preference for Mr.. Fill.
more, for President, and VIM. III. Ora.
ham, of N. c.. for Vice President. Del
egates 10 the National Convention were
appointed. with instructions to carry on,
the preferences Of the meeting. E. g.
cabell was recommended for re-nomina-
ton, to Congress.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

PIoTA TERRITORY .-The inhabitants
Of Carson's Valley have applied to Con.
gress for the establishment of territori.
al government over that region which
lies between Utah and California. They
propose the name of Piota for the ne "
territory. The region is said to be ca
pable Of maintaining large population,
and probably il may in a few years form
new State.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

TAxATIoN.-Some of our coiempora-
ries say that more tax is paid In Iowa in
proportion TO the value Of property than
in Illinois. That is not at,all surprising
when we take into consideration the man.
ner in which taxes have been assessed,
collected and appropriated heretofore.
The fact is that the state has not got all
the taxes which have been collected in
its name. This viii be proved hereafter.
Tribune. aa@s
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

DOur neighbor Of she Republic il
evidently revolving in his mind another
trip up Salt River, to the extreme head
waters of which stream he 10 bound a
gain forto 60. Those vessels you esteem
90 highly, friend Johnston. you shall have
and passage for yourself and all the
Hunkers Scott free. Let us sing:
"Away up Salt River"
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
To Correspondents.

Pro Bono Pnblico, is informed that
however important his article may be 70
the public, we are compelled to decline
its publication for the reason among 9TH
ers. want of room; the authors name
should accompany every communication.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
WHEELING. April 2I

The river is now falling with 40 feel
water in the channel; il has fallen in all
about two feet, the water was within two
feet of high water mark of 1882. The
water is all over the Island, and those
living there and in the lower part Of the
city, had to leave their houses. A large
amount Of lumber, as well as many
houses, .fioated past this place. II rain
ed hard all last night, and some to-day.
II is now CLOUDY. e ata a& A
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
az D. P. IxskrEp, & Co., have bee

II d. p. INsKEEP, e. Co., have been
catering again for the wants oftheir Gus
toners, as will more fully appear by re.
ference TO the Advertisement in another
column. Friend Charley as usual, will
be found on hand to accommodate in his
pleasant way, all who call upon him with
the dimes.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

II The Wings of Rhode Island
have carried both branches of the Legis-
lature, and secured Wing U. 8. Sena-
tor. Allen. Dem. is reelected by a
majority, Governor. Ar
mold, Wing. tits said will be elected by
the Gen. Assembly Lieut.. Governor.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

n Gen. Doniphan. who declined the
appointment of Governor Of Utah, tend
cred him some time since, has now de-
clined nomination of the Wing party
as their candidate for Governor of Mis-.
souri,. He is a Wing!
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

IThe weather has been cold, wet,
and uncomfortable, TO an extent unusual
at this season of the year, with a change
for the better on Tuesday. Grass and
the trees are trying hard to put forth, but
have met with poor success SO far.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

DThe only money they use in the
back part of Oregon, consists of live
stock-a hog paying for a dollar. sheep
for fifty cents, turkeys 25 cents, and
young dogs shilling each. If Smith
owes Jones 81 l2ac, he sends him FIVE
hogs, and receives for change one sheep,
one turkey, and two pups. Nice curfen-
cy that to do banking business with.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

II When it was told to the Rev. Sid.
ney Smith that it was intended to pave ST.
Paul's church yard with blocks, his an
swer was that he though. there would be
no di fiiculty in the matter. If the Dean
and Chapter wouid put their heads To-
oekher.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

DThe jury-box now used in the city
OF Lynn. Mass, has been kept for its
present purpose leo years. The one
used in Portsmouth, N. H.. was made in
the year 1880, and has been in regular
use for l22 years.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

U.Timo,hy,' said grocery keeper TO
his clerk. I've joined the temperance So
ciety. II won't look well TO sell liquor,
in future before folks. So if any person
calls for any you must take them in the
back ROOM
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

u II is saiG that John p. Hale of
New Hampshire, whose term in the
Senate will expire mex. March, intends
removing to Georgia TO engage in the
practice Of the Law.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
CINCINNATI. Anril "a,

HNOENNHf1' "PfH ~Os
The river has risen three feet since
last evening. and swelling. At Mays
vile it is rising this morning at one inch
per hour, and il is within one foo, of the
last rise. At Portsmouth it is rising at
one and half inch per hour and is sew
en- inches above the last rise.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

The New York Tribune made its ap.
pearance on the 10Th inst, in new dress.
In announcing its renovated appearance
upon its eleventh birth day, il states tina:
Its daily circulation is 1850, and that
its receipts for advertising for the pre-
ceeding three months were $2O,732.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

V'The Grand Jury a: Detroit, Mich,
recently presented to the Court the fact
of the rapid increase of the crimes Of
murder and manslaugh,er in tina. State,
under the operation Of the law abolishing
capital punishment.
The bills abolishing the death penalty
has been defeated in Wisconsin. Penn
sylvania has adopted il. -z ,. A
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

LIBERAL.-'The New York Times 10
in favor of holding the National Wing
Convention at Cincinnati. The whigs
Of Iowa WON'T make any objection to
that.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
Mass Meeting.

The Wings Of Wapello County will
meet in MASS, at Ottumwa, on the 9Th
day of May, to appoint Delegates to at
tend the Congressional Convention to be
held al Otiumwa, on the 18th of May.
JOSEPH HILL, Chm
of Central Com.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

1A plan is proposed to build rail
road direct from New Orleans 10 st.
Louis. The new route is through Ar
kansas, and reduces the distance to $50
or TOO miles.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
LOUISVILLE. April "a.

LOUISVILLE, April %.
The steamers Glendy Burke and James
Millinger came in collision at New AL.
bany last night. The latter is much
damaged, but landed below and was sa-
we'd from sinking by the crews of the
Saxon and MiIlinger. Freight partially
damaged.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

1"Why don't you admire my daugh-
teri" said proud mother to gentle
man. "Because." he replied, II am no
judge Of paintings"
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

DAn exchange tells Of a shower Of
goose eggs falling as large as hail stones.
We know where there used to be show.
ers Of hens eggs, and saw the man who
was out in the storm. -.s -..a
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

CHOLERA AT ST. JosEPH.--The ST.
Louis Union, of the 2lst, says, we re-
greet to learn that on Saturday last, a
young man from Ohio, named James
Roberts, fell victim to this disease, al
ST. Joseph.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

Ia ,his place, on the 25th. inst. Of az.
lection OF the heart, ]. p. RONEY, aged
about IS. .. r.
On the same day, Of Lug Fever, ID.
H. POWELL. aged about SO. )
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

LAND NTs.-Assignnen.s of
Land Warrants acknowledged BY No.
iaries Public. will not be recognized at
the Land Offices.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

q A new material for light, 100 per
cent. cheaper than Camphine, and not
explosive, has made its appearance.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

Er"Do make yourselves at home Ia
dies" said lady one day to her visitors,
I'm at home myself, and wish you all
were."
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

u The Wings Of Quincy. ILL.,, =
;hieved complete victory, at the re-
cent city election, except one Alderman.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

Hon. ROBERT J. WALKER. Recent
accounts say that Hon. RobertJ. Walk
er is lying dangerously sick in England.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

n The Maine Law has been defeated
in the New York Legislature As to 90.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

n The Daily Evening News, is the
title of new Wing Paper in ST. Louis.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

4 lot of Hats, Caps, and small sized
"A Boots and Shoes, left over from last
years stock. for sale at cost by
yoHH BsAcH.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

~The bill we notice proposing !o
abolish the death penalty was killed in
the House of Representatives of Wis
consin on the 22d ult, by vote of shir-
ty-fve to twenty-seven. A bill exempt
ing church property from taxation was
refused engrossment by fifty.two to elev-
en-. The House, by fifty-one to thirteen,
voted to submit to the people the propri-
ETY. of substituting biennial sessions Of
the Legislature.--Quincy Journal.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

II Land Warrants are in good demand
1t New York at SIl0 TO SI2O.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29
NO. XIV.
BosroN. April II.

The amount of Brewer a. Rands de-
falcation in the Suffolk Bank, is ascer-
tanned to the sum Of $2l4,000. The
bank has surplus fund of 100000,
sufficient to meet the deficiency, and will
shortly declare a dividend Of per cent.
The defaulters lost most of the money by
specializing in stocks.
ST. Johns, New Brunswick, papers of
the 18th, mention numerous expeditions
fitting out there aud at Halifax, for the
Australian gold mines.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-04-29

I-NA $50 Po'g VAS oAaScs STU ouf III
teress shall be attended to; the time,
shall be improved: taxes shall be equal
lied; you shall have beautiful Code Of
Laws; the State shall be improved AMI
the condition Of the people ameliorated
Are not those things SO! Yea, verify
Every man well knows them 10 be true.
Well, these have been the promise.
held forth 10 the people; but how have
they been fulfilled! Look a. you,
State debt; mark i. growing larger ron
year 10 year, until now il rests like al
incubus upon the State; TO this vas, bur
den add your county liabilities. if yo,
can ascertain the amount, and to this
gain the accounts, notes, mortgages, judg
ments, and accruing interest, at from X
to 80 and 40 per cent. owing by the PEG
pie, and for which their property is NOR.
gagged and their labor pledged for year.
to come. and you have a result which i.
| well calculated to set all reasonable men
to thinking. Why are these debts, and
why this immense private liability?--
Have they been occasioned by your ex-
iravagance, and imprudence. No, the
Party dare not charge it upon you. -
Have you not toiled, and labored and
expended your energies in your several
branches Of industry diligently and faith
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Fl. a.l ..r BURNERS
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS

| "
i ceivc and accommodate visitors This delightful Wa.
terng place is situated eight miles east Woodstock
tween the Fort and MSnsanutten Mountains Tho new
Building hundred feet in length commenced last sea.
BOARDERS; and number OF Cottages, ,or the use Of
Families have been erected convenient TO boarding
These SPRINGS consist OF .wH1rr, BLUE and BLACK
b. and all having
the work OF Natures lRbTat0ry They send forth
OF persons daily. They situated in nat OF rather ba
sin, the ground gradually rising TO the south until
which presented to the eye OF the behoder ono OF the
most enchanting landscape views the country To the
rising up at distances Of rom % to 100 Yards and o5
% TO 100 feet above the level bottom in front the
OF the SPRING. Many these elevations
DO approached from the rear BY gentIe aScent
hs ES @ ssn win Us nies9uc scenery
panorama which, for bold outline pleasing Va Tiety ia
deed the scenery to view from The ssmmits f
the Mansanutten and Fort Mountains embracing the Page
and Warren and Shenandoah Valleys, must be seen to be
In addition to the Springs proper there are number
Others in the vicinity, tho principal OF which he
celebrated Mountain Spring, 100 yards dstanti The
above Is chaybeate, sending forth iimpid stream.
To the south from tho Springs about threequarteTs or
bcGte Spring The new Spring recently opened amid Tie
beautiful OF willows that shade the Sulphur Springs
which is believed peculiar medicinal qS
ties, completes tho list.
ViEteTs coming from the North or East can enter the
the proximity he mountains about twelve miles 10 tie
north east Omt he Springs The rugged grandeur OF this
natural defe, the rocks towering to the very Clouds
strikes tho traveller with awe and admiration.
On nF[ C at the SPRING. The Invalid has at onoe with
Of the busy world and may recuPerate his exhausted
around him, and partang the rich yands that are dsiIv
prepared for the nOurishInent or hisnaiI body.
We will state, for the benefit OF those who NAV not he
aware OF the ACT that we large farm attached to
the Springs where persons h0vs their horses
or stabbed as they may prefer.
The BAR will be furnished with the eboJeest TJo,o,.
Cigars, Tobacco, &c. -1'
An attentive ostler will in attendance and serv,nts
to the different departments OF the house; and everything
shah be done that can contribute to the OF the
guests = -
Persons visiting the Springs the North can leave
Baltimore in the morning, arrive here tbe nTf
ing by the way OF Winchester woodstock PeTSnnS
from the South viii leave Stanton in the noTnIng nrTi
at Woodstock TO dinner, and the Springs TO Tea
For tho amusement OF those who may wish In n,r+ici
pate such exercises, Ten Pin Alley has been erred
Bath House, with everything requisite 6or BSfbfn-
been erected for the Accommodation or visiters
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ERUPTIvE D1sEAsEs.

TT has settled fact, acknowledged by tito
best Physicians ofOur CITY, that in the OF SCI Oula
letter many other diseases BRENlLtNGER's ELuIn
EXTRACT SARsAPARLLA AND DAHDELIOS, 10 decidedly
above all other preparations speaks
and although have tRSen the pains
ins published thronghtho papers appointing agents
for the sale oft, yet almost weekly receiving
dcrs Vermont New York, Ohio, Kentucky and other
states by who by some chance have
wonderful curative powers. The following is from
gentleman of Vermont few days since, who used it for
very serious disease:-t 2 t t'L-- ~
DEAR DocToR:
The two bottles otmedicne 1 got from yoI
whenin Wheeling have nearly cured mci please ssnd me
more by Express. -.
now prescribed by nearly all the Physicians our
city. qlack medicine, for have made them
qusiEted with the component partsi and say ali
such have not the opportunity OF making it known
that 1t is entirely free from all minerals is not in
tile least incompatible with any the preparations OF
dine, Powler's solution, or other properties. -s..,
To be had Paxton d Lakes and F. Yahrling and soil
wholesale and retail by y,
BRENTLlNGER & ARMSTRONG
Monroe street. opposite Washington Hall, wheelingVa
July 21, '62.