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Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06
LOVE- AT FIRST SIGHT.-This has

LOVE Ar FIRST SIGHT This has
often been subject of r;dicule
amongst slow-growing people; but
nevertheless it has frequently turned
out to be both serious and lasting.
There is a sympathy between minds
and persons, which in all cases, even
the most common int ntercourse, speed
ily attaches certain individuals to
each other, who neither attract, nor
are attra adted by certain Others. 1t
is an old remark, that no man ever
looked on, at a game of chance or
skill, played by two people, both
previously unkh hown to him, without,
inlesB than fve Z minutes, feeling an
interest for tie success Of one OF
them over the other; and there are
certainly some defnable points Of ac-
cordance, some harmonies ofthought
on expression, of which we are rot
ourselves clearly conscious, but
which almost Immediately attract
the attention and fix our thoughts
upon the individual, who, as uncon-
Isdiously as ourselves, happens to pos
SesS them.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

A MONSTER LAKE FIsH.-The
Maumee Times gives the most as
tonishing "fresh water fish story
that we ever he ard The monster
was caught in the Maumee river,
witha seine, and took two horses and
thirty fishermen to draw it in. The
Times Says it was the largest fish
ever taken in these waters. ltmeas-
ured from the tip of its nose, or
mouth, to the end Of its tail, % feet
4 inches, and in circumference, in
the largest part Of its body, it was
4 feet 6 inches, On opening it, it
was found to contai n in its stomach
two good sized muscalonge, about
half barrel pickerel, together with a
very respectable complement of the
smaller members Of the finny tribe,
thus proving conclusively that ''the
larger fishes swallow the little ones.
There was also found in its insides
two joints of stove pipe, a pair OF
old boots, and the remnant Of an In
dia-rubber overcoat,
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

ANOTHER RAT TRAP-NIr John
[. edder, of Sc henectady, has ta-
ken measures to secure patent
for lie W and improved rat trap
one, it is said by some, that " i'll
make The rats scarce wherever
used. This rat trap not only makes
the rat catch him self, but drown
himself at the same time, and more
than that, he adds rat-murder to
suicide, Tor in the act of nickering
his own fate, he re-sets the trap for
another rat.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

A man in lincoln county, N. c.,
has found something which he sup
poses to be a diamond weighing
about half a caret. He has sent il
North to ascertain il il is diamond.
aud if it proves to he a diamond
he says he will hunt for some more.
just like it, in the same place, and
if it is not, he won't. Sensible fel-
low.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06
FAYETTEVILLE, TENN, THURSDAY MAY 6, 1862

swer. In the widest fright Sophie
ordered the porter to force the lock.
This was soen done, and 6 Giacomo
was found lying on his bed giving
scarcely any signs of life whatever
But a physician, who was Instant "
called, quickly administered SOME
counter poisons which soon restored
circulation. A few days suficed for
the poor fellows entire restoration;
and while we write this touching sto-
ry, Sophie and Giacomo are passing
their ho neymoon in a fine chateau
near Lyons, the gift, with half mil
lion francs, of Sophie's uncle, an
old bachelor who had adopted Sophie
as his daughter.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

To MAKE Nice DEcAalP.-A cor
respondent informs us that if the
places infe ested by mice, their holes,
&C., be treated to plentiful supply
of Scotch Snuff, they will make
tracks for other regions. We have
never tried the experiment ourselves,
but it ca n be easily and cheaply
tried. Those who are troubled with
mice should make the experiment. l.
We have few runnin ng about our
office; they are handsom me, sleek little
things, and do no harm, as they are
well provided for. We hate rats,
but mice are beautiful little animals.
The tree mouse and the shrew are
among the prettiest specimens of an
mated nature.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

Mayor Crossman of N ew Orleans,
notices in his message, the gratifying
fact, that the yellow fever has not
visited that city, in an epidemical
form, for five years. He ascribes
the general improvement of the
health of the city to the opening the
bitches and lots in the rear of the
city.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

A celebrated controvertionalist
once borrowed a sum of money of a
friend, with whom he never met
without having an argument about
something or other. After the loan,
the borrower became obsequious, and
acquiesced in every proposition
started by his friend; upon observing
which, the gentleman apgrily ex-
claimed: "Sir, you must Ell ther contra
dict me, or pay me my mo oney!'
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

NERVE. An Iudian sword-player
declared at a great public festival,
that he could cleave, vertically, q
all.limeI laid on a mans palm with
out injury to the member; and the
general (SIr Charles Napier) extended
his right hand for the trial. The
sword-play yer awed by his rank, was
reluctant, and cut the fruit horizoh-
tally. Being urged to fulfil bis
boast, he examined the palm, said it
vas not one to be experimental on
with safety, and refused to proceed.
The general then extended his left
hand, which was admitted to be suit
able in form; yet the Indian still de
chned the trial; and when pressed,
twice waved his thin, keen-edged
blade, as II to strike, and twice with
held the blow declaring be was un-
certain df success. Finally, he eTas
forced to make the trial, and the
lime fell open, cleanly divided; the
edge of tile sword had just marked
its massage over the skin without
drawing j drop Of blood.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

TIE WI dDDNG RlNG.-The popular
aad long Ipractised use Of the we'd
ding ring may be traced to the
Egyptians sI who placed it, as we DO,
on the fo4fth finger of the left hand,
because they beIiyed that vein or
nerve ran directly to the heart. The
Greeks al nd Romans adopted their
belief, and followed their example.
The JewiB Bh wives wore it on the In
dex or for refnger. Christian usages
have been various in this respect
In the early Greek Church the ring
was worn on the right hand by the
husband and wife; in some churches
Ia the north of Europe it was put
upon the 4everal fingers successfully
in the nanhedf Father, Son, and Ho-
" Ghost, being finally left upon the
fourth.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

From reports made to the Mayor
of New York city, by the police Of
the various war rds, it appears that
there are in that city no less than
5,60S houses in which Intoxicating
liquors are sold. Tn oneyward alone
the 6th-there are 5l3 tayerns
and grogshops.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

A Mr.. Schoonborger and others
of Pittsburg have petitioned to
Congress TO grant them q patent
for limite d period, TO manufacture
Russia Sheet Iron, they having
discovered the process.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

The value of the commerce be-
tween the Island Of Cuba and the O..
States last year, was nearly twenty
millions of dollars.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

A RELIc.-A jury-box now in
use in the city Of Lynn, Mass, has
been kept for its present purpose
40 years. The one used IMPORTS
N. H., was made in the
year 1880, and has been in the reg
ular use for l22 years.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

The heirs of Gen. Lafayette have
brought suit to recover several hun
dred acres of land, having a front of
600 yards beyond the old fortifca-
tions at New Orleans. This is por-
ton of the 1920 acres of land
granted to Lafayette by Congress.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

A bill has been reported to the
Virginia Legislature, to erect
monument to Thomas Jefferson, at
the University oil Virginia.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

A new and very / handsome church
edifice, for the use OF the Presby-
terians, is now in course OF erection
at Chaltanooga.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

HEAVY DEBr.-New York city
owes debt of Sl4,57S,9oS. for
which its notes with interest, are
issued.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

The German population of the
United Statesis is said to number from
four to FIVE millions.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

The Memphis Appeal says that
during the three days lay of Dan
Rice's circus in that city, lit was Wis
it ed by more than 1000 personsl
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

A new Engine for propelling
machinery has just been patented
by Ericsson, the inventor OF the
propeller, the motive power OF
which is.heated air instead Of steam.
The quantity of fuel required is
only about 80 lbs per day. A large
vessel to be supplied with this new
machinery is now under contract,
to run betw cen New York and
Liverpool.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

STEAMERS TO FRANcE.-M. Gaillar-
det writes from Paris that L puis Ma
polean intends to establish q line Of
steamers from Havre to New York,
and one from Nantes to New Orleans,
touching at Havana. They are to
be found in the hands of private
companies, but literally supported
by government.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

Arouse ihee j soul! s'rike wen the string!
Raise lhe 1oud anthem higher
Plume, apdgiIng soul, stretch fun thy wing
Unloosc the ypiriI-forh and sing
With pur4 seraphic FIRE.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06

Aha shall our tongues be mute TO ihese,
And shall Iour ewes be bindl [uees,
While brooks, and slrea ANS, and flowers, and
The wooGhhd tenants, and The. breeze
Praise lid Eternal mind. Il
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1852-05-06
Gboirr }5ortrl /.
4 or Tie Fayetteville Observe
Beauties of Creation.

A}l. all is bdaultul 10 me,
Around, sjboys, below
The blooming howers, the spreading lree,
THE noun dns, and the dark blue sea
Inspire Ih / sweetest glow.
Look up abb see lid Sc wonders high.
Tina; dec !! the vauA " Of Heaven
I'he cloads bap'ized Fn iighl, The sky
Inpress'd y ta Gods great majesty. I.
For cont dmpIa'ion given,
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1852-11-24
Fresh Arrivals.

TN ADDITION to our former stock OF
i Provisions. we have received from St.
Louis per steamer L. NJ Kennel
10 oaks Bacon; 60 Kegs Lard:
IS bills S. +. Fancy and extra Flour
10 dozen brooms.
All of which will be sold to the trade.
worry low for Cash.
The attention of bakers is particularly
called to orr supply Of st. Louis Flour.
july coy. 5. NJ. HART X Co.
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italian Professor Of M usi c

lLEl i In + o re 5BOI y IVA . ~,
HAVING permanently settled himself
IL with his family, in the City OF Baton
Rouge, where he has resided since eighteen
months, offers his respectful thanks to those
persons who have already honored him with
their confidence and tenders anew his pro-
fessional services TO all those wishing to be
fought on the Piano, Violin, Guitar or in
Vocal Music
Convinced by long experience, that in
the study of music specially pedantiy IS
disgusting, and that genera routine OF IN
struction will only produce indifferent per-
formers, he will u>e all his endeavours to
place himself on u ,evel with the intelli-
gence of his pupls-encouraging. rather
than disheartenng their efforts, while adj
herring strictly 10 theprecepts laid down by
the best masters; he will continue as here
tofore to tune Pianos. His prices will be
SO for twelve lessons OF one hour each, and
Sc for twelve lessons of half hour each.
Apply athis residence. on Convention be-
tween Main and st. Charles SITS, or at Mr.
Nercy's variety store, On Laurel ST. o27-y
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1852-11-24
Notice to Contractors.

DROPASALS will be received at the
L office Of Crosse Tete and Baton Rouge
Plank Road Company, until the 9th Now
ember, for the following work-viz:
For cleaning, ditching and grading the
whole route.
For furnishing lumber, bridging, and pla-
cling culverts including draw bridge across
the Bayou Crosse Tete. s
For panking and completlag said Plank
Road from Crosse Tete to the Mississippi
River .z;z11
Proposals for the whole work a. prefer-
red and will be first considered. ~
For information, apply to H. W. Allen,
West Baton Rouge, S. M. Hart, East Baton
Rouge, or at the Office Of the company on
Crosse Tete.
Address Chas. A. Slack, President of the
Board of Directors JAS. H. JOHNSTON,
Crosse Tete, Nov. 5th, 1852. Sect'y.
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PORT MONEYS.

A SPLENDID assortment direct impor-
IL ted from Europe. For sale very cheap,
by Inov 2-yl THEO. GOLDMAN.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1852-11-24
A NEW FIRM
AND NEW JEWELRY,
LAFAYETTE st.. one door above Laurel


THEODORE GOLDMAN. Watchma-
i ker and Jewe!ler--respectlu informs
his old frien.s and the public in general
that he has permanently located himself
here, and calls their attention to the supe-
ror advantages he possesses for repairing
Watches, Clocks, Music Boxes aed JcwelTy.
He also keeps constantly on hand, fine as
sortment of JEWELRY consisting in part
of fine gold and silver watches, gold vest
fob and guardchains, gold pens with gold or
silver holders, gold, silver and german spec
tacles, gold locketS, fhgerngs, earrings, la
dies and gentlemen breastpins, shirt-studs
and sleeve buttons, heart Sides ladies belt
slides, necklaces, bracelets clasps, gold aud
silver thimbles, watches, earrings. &c. Also
a splendid assortment of clocks, lamps, cut
lery and fancy articles, and many Others
too numerous to mention, all Of which he
offers Cor sale cheap for cash, OF the sign OF
the BIG WATCH.
~ B. All work done at this establish
n.ent is warranted to perform well. Watch
es and clocks warranted for twelve months
TERMs-one price and CASH. ljuly 6-y.
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MEN & WOMAN, CHILDREN 6 ALL.

WILL please remember-from this our
w pronunciamento. That Oh the 10th
of the coming month (November) we will
be found on hand at our old stand, with a
complete supply of Retail Groceries, which
at will be on constant endeavor to have of
the very best and at prices to suit the most
tas'idious One thing we want distinctly
Understood. and that is anything sold by me,
and not proving perfectly satisfactory, can
always be returned.
oct 3l-y. JOSHUA bEAL
TN. B. / shall not only be prepared for
the 5 centcustomer, but for my usual pack
age sales. To the latter solicit their I'M
mediate call, as have fair stock on hand.
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New Silk & Fancy Goods.
w. d. PHIL Ii PS,
Coner of Lafayette and Church Streets

Opposite Harvey House)
HAS now in store and will be receiving
LII daily from New York and Philadel-
pha full stock of Silk and Fancy Goods,
which have all been selected by myself in
the northern markets. In consequence of
the increasing demands of his trade. his
stock will, this season embrace larger a.
mount and greater variety than ever before T.;
he would beg leave to call particular atten-
ton to his stock of ladies DRESS GOODS,
which for novelty and elegance of design
cannot be surpassed by any other house in
this city. CONSISTING IN PART OF:
Rich brocade and glace silks OF the new
est colors and designs; Rich figured and
plain black silks and Saline de chimes Pr:n-
ted and embroidered cashmeres, and lie ai-
lies in robes; Rich printed cashmere ecos-
Sc and satin reps; White and colored en-
broidered crepes for party dresses: Rase
silks, French and Scotch plaids French
and English prints; white goods Of ali des-
criptions, together with general assert
ment of goods adapted to fine trade, all OF
which will be offered at the most favorable
rates. With an earnest drs..e 10 conduct
my business upon the principal Of doing, As
1 would be done by, | hope 10 continue TO
merit the confidence which has been SO H.
berally bestowed upon me. 5gs
sept 9-y. w D. PHHLIPS
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1852-11-24
DAaUERRE0TYPE MINIATURES.

1HAVE just refined from the westrand
u l am prepared for business. low,
whilst the oppcrtunity offers, is the time to
secure picture 80
Obtain the shadow ERE The substance fades.
When our friends, relatives and sweet
hearts are with us,35woud seem useless to
have likeness of them, but the future may
separate us; Az, death may take them a.
way forever, and then correct and life
like resemblance of them, is invaluable.
| have all the late styles of cases, God,
Enameled, PAPER Mache, Pearls, &c. God
Lockets, Pins and Bracelets.
nrPictures taken at So
Rooms Oh Lafayette street-over DR..
Bufington's Office, where the public is in
vited TO call and examine specimens.
nov l4-y. A WILSON.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1852-11-24
Fabers Magnetic Gauge.

THIS invention, combining simplicity
l. and elegance. for indicating the height
of water in STEAM BOILERS, is all that can
be desired for the purpose. i
Planters and others--proprietors of Steam
Engines. are invited to call at the Eaton
Rouge Foundry and Judge for themselves.
for sale by
oct 2-y. HILL II HENDERSON,.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1852-11-24

Just received per ship Pelican State, a
y full assortment of plantation Wagon
and Cart Harness. w. F. TUNNARD.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1852-11-24
Carriages, Harness, SO.

TUST received from the best northern
d manufacturers, large assortment of
CARRIAGES and HARNESS, which,
with a number of my own manufacture.
comprises variety worthy the attention of
purchasers. who are invited to examine be-
fore purchasing elsewhere.
oct 10y. W. +. IUNNARD.
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FIELDING MI SSELMAN.
Wholesale and Retail Dealer in all kinds
OF CONFECTI0 NAHIES.

Conner of Third and Laurel SITS, tncarly
opposite the Bank Baton Rouge
HAVING this day REDUCED his price,
IL he is prepared to furnish all Kind Of!
c 4 \ ID Y at WHOLESALE and RETAIL, on
more favorable terms than can be had in \.
Orleans: and having experienced workman.
his candy will always be PURE and FRESH;
care being taken that no ''deeterious ingrc-
dent is used in its manufacture. as is too
often the case with confectionery purchased
at Auctions and from irresponsible houses.
He trusts that the trade Of this, and the
adjoining parishes, will give him their or
ders to fill, which he is prepared TO do f.
any amount. having made arrangements To-
the best quality OF sugar in market. and De-
ing in correspondence with one Of the large
est houses in New York to supply him with
fancy confectionery aud articles in his line,
September 7,-y.
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. j. PARRY,& Co,
Wholesale and Retail Dealer in
Groceries and Provisions,
Corner of Third and Convention Sts.,
(NEAg THE MARKET BATON ROUGE, LA.
WE HAVE this day received the larg-
w est and most complete STOCK OF
GROcrn and PROVISIONS
@Nlz2 ~ ever offered for sale in
this city; which will be sold cheaper for
cash, than can be purchased at retail in the
city of New Orleans.
Our Stock consists Of the tol!orcing staple
articles
100 barrels fresh Flour,
10 do of prime Leaf Lard,
so Kegs do do do,
90 barrels mess Pork,
do of fresh No & Mackerel
1000 lbs. Stagg and Shay's and
Duffield Sugar cured hams,
5000 do plain hams,
2000do shoulders,
3lTiesces of Rice.
1900 lbs dried beel
IS boxes No I, Washing soar
10 do fine Toilet,
2 do cast steal soap,
10 Kegs fresh May Butter
500 lbs. fresh Cheese.
6lbcxes fresh pine apple do
% boxes star candles,
sl0sdo spearm do
15Mac Il Macs Tobacco,
s do honey dew do
20 do best Cavendsh 10
do smoking do
All of these articles are fresh and good
and may be had at the above firm. June 2
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1852-11-24

CHOICE WINES & LIQUORS-100
gallons of best quality French Brandy; 1875
gallons of Old Pavilion so gallons Sazarac
Brandy; 10 Casks Common do; so boxes
wines assorted; 10 barrels fine On Rectif-
ed Whiskey; go gallons Jamaica Rum; 60
gallons Holland Gin. Also, agreat variety
Of fine liquors and cordials for:1lle by
July 26-ly J. PARRY, Il Co.
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] q ].

4 sTIii|yEHo1llE rs Galer in all.
kinds Of Glbe6sles and provisions, Sc
gars and Tobacco Wines, Liquors, &c
Will besopen aesall hours, and spare no
pains "a nlease customers. Every article
OF the, quality, and at re lowest cash
prices. J. I. CLELAND.
Church st. Bctueen Fvsk and Peniten-
tiary-.A the old stand Of Fty1iNand kraS.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1852-07-09

of our troops. In this most desperate and hard
fought battle no vaor could save our brave troops
when those remaining upon the American side re-
fused TO cross over to suSlain them when they had
won the victory and taken the English batteries -
worn-out, wearied and deserted, these brave men
who had fought like heroes of the olden time, were
compelled to surrender aler the large reinforce
ment was brought up against them by Gen. Brock
But they did not surrender until they made that one
last terrible charge, in which Brock and Mcdonald
went down II my memory serves me. Gen. Scott
was among the prisoners The battle was ioughs
Oct l3, 1872 In 1889 Canadian scrape .grace at
tempted TO blow up the monument, and it was shat
tered and almost ruined by the explosion. | ON TOD
that large subscription has been made tor a new
one upon the same spot. Near this place IS seen the
largest suspension bridge in the world; lis length
1910 ieei, and its width &C.
THIS P. NJ | shall visit the Falls, and pnss over
on the Canada side and while there, it it is possible
to 60 and return in take the last train for
Buffalo, so as to hit the Lake Erie boot 10 night,
shall visit LUNDYs LANE II ! do 80 muy not be
able TO ms you these hurly burly ..nes until reach
Detroit.