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The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1852-04-28

REMARKABLE PREsEEcE or MISp.-
The herdsman of farm in Scotland bad
occasion, lately, TO send his daughter for
the cattle under his charge. There were
about eighty OF them, and among them two
bulls, one Of which wns occasionally in the
habit Of assaultiEe people. On the day in
question, the damsel unwariIy approached
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1852-04-28
JOSEPH II. BARRETT,
EDITOR AND TOR
OFFICE IN BRRwsTER's BLOCK, on nAiS.sr


BY Mail, or at the Office, per dHnuu, 81 so
II not paid within the year............. rs
by Carricr,.. .................... 200
IT not paid within the year, .......... 2,25
17- No paper discontinued until arrcarages
are paid.
OZAll communications must be post paid
D- v. B. Palmer is our agent in Boston
and New York.
IT S. NJ. Pcttengill & Co, 10 State Street.
Boston. are our authorized Agents.
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PURELY MUTUAL
TIE
National Life Insurance Co.
Office State-Street, Montpeli er, Vt
GUARANTEE CAPITAL--SlOO,COO
Life Insurance ia the poor mans wealth and n
good investment for the capitalist"
OFFICERS


good Investment fur the capitalist"
OFFICERS.
Dr.JULIUS Y. DEWEY. President.
Hon. DANIEL BALDWIN, Vice President
DlRECTORS.-Julius Y. Dewey. Daniel
baldwin, Paul Dillingham;. limo. p. Redfeld
Julius Converse, Edmund Weston, Homer w. /.
lleston, Joseph B Danforth Jr,,Albert L. Cat
iin' John a. prxe, George W. Colamer, Grin
Smith, Charles Dewey
BOARD OF FINANCE.-IIomer w
Heaton. Albert i. Catlin. John a. Page.
MEDICAL EXAMINER.-Orin Smith
NJ. ID.
CONSULTING PIIYSICIAN.-Fredcrick
W. Adams. NJ. ID.
SECRETARY.-Jamcs T. Thmsion.
LIFE INSURANCE.
1T is an institution contemplating unmixcd
good to mankind"
We invite the attention of The Public to the
principles of the National Life Insurance Com.
pahy.
The Charter is liberal and particularly A.
daptcd to the wants Of all who may desire 10
embrace such an institution. Itshould he en-
braccd d.
LIST, BY Husbands andIFathcrs, to make pro-
vision after their death, for their widows and
children.
I'd, BY the young to provide for themselves
TO infrm agc.
3D., by creditors to insure the loss which the
dcathot the debtor m ght occasion
4ih by the borrower to enable his repre-.
sentatiges, in case of his death, 10 repay the
loan.
5th, Those who save alittle from theirdailv
labor, or yearly iaccme, should invest it in this
Savings Bank, that il may he beyond The reach
OF accident, and that the widow aud child may
receive thelr own with usury." 4ialy
N. II. HAND. Agent for Addison Co.
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JUsTUS COBB. publisher.

BY whom all kinds of Book and . on PRiST
IsG will be done, on favorable terms.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1852-04-28

nS- SchoolcraI. Gays Indians cannot
swesr, as Ihoy have no word in their Ian
guase which means anything worse than
bad dog.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1852-04-28
BOOKS & STATIONERY,
Twenty-Five Pa Cent. Cheaper than hsriGllE.

HAGAR has returned from market
- with large assortment Bibles, Christ
mas and New Years Presents, the best assori-
ment that ever came 10 Middlebury. Gail at
the Old Book Store and see for yourself
Mi ddlebury, Dec. l, 1851. 80
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1852-04-28

Do you see that o.d man upon whose
lace Ihree-score-andie ten has made iis mark :
whose hair . all white with the SHOWS of the
winter OF age. but whose step is yet firm and
quick, whose glance is earnest and absorbed,
unhesding the crowd abou, him I DO you
motto the profound. ye, calm expression Of
sadness. Of sorrow over his pale face ; a sad
ness Of The soal that seems to be part OF his
existence, and pervades him like an aimos-
phere ? do you see him turn at the impor.
tunity Of that sick begssr with peneira-
iirg glance, listen 10 her story, and walk
away with her 10 her cold. wet, 6reiess home,
that be may winnow true suffering from
prelence and aid accordingly ? ], is SELwYs
the lover Of aquartsr ol a century pas, !:
the lover, husband, widower, in breath.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1852-04-28

"Twcniy-fvc years ago f. There Is The
sound of knell in The sentence. What is
moi buried in that lapse of time The
hopes, faiths, beliefs, expectations, as well
as the living beings about US.
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Groceries.

PRIME SYRUP selling at 4Oc per Gallon
Sugars at very low prices, at the Masonic Hall
Store II. BECKWITH g. Co.
March l6 1852
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
ODEON HALL CLOTHING ROOMS.

WEISENFELD Co, FASHIONABLE CLOTIIERs,
Cor. Al street and Peana. AVenue.
THE PR0PRIEToRS of this Establishment respect
fully announce to the Public that they prepared
to exhibit Of the largest stocks of Read Clothing
In the city, having enlarged Store to such extent
that it surpasses any similar Establishment in the Dis
rict Having the advantage of being supplied from
own Clothing Mandatory North, offer induce
mens that will satisfy the purchaser that not only
keep the beet and largest variety but at the time
fifty cent less than goods be got elsewhere.
We invite the attention of the Public to a portion
stock.
0VERC0ATS AND SACKS.
Overcoats of the latest styles, all coors
Fine Black Overcoats, fine Blue do
Fine Brown Overcoats, fine Olive do
All shades of Drab; Overcoats for servants
Loose Sacks, all colors, latest style
Business Coats, a large variety; Hunting Coats
Blue Sacks, very rch Double Overcoats, something
new; fine Dress and Frock Coats.
PANTS AND VESTS
Fine Doeskin Pants; plain and striped Pants large
variety; Cassinet Pants; Tweed do
Grey Cashmere Pants; Vests of all qualities.
BOYS AND YOUTHS CLOTHING.
Boys and youths Cothing the largest variety in the
city, at prices to astonsh
Call and examine for yourselves.
Gb- Don't forget the place oct Eft
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
Georgetown and It's Affairs.
GEORGETOWN, March PIP n

GEORGETOWN, March PIP m.
The newly-elected Boards of Aldermen and
Common Council met last night, in the Chamber
Of the Common Council, and were duly qualified
by Mayor Addison. After which, the Board of
Aldermen repaired to their own chamber and
the Common Council proceeded to the election of
n president; when Mr.. VIM. II. Tenney, the very
efficient president of last year, was reelected.
On motion of Mr. John T. Bangs a committee
on public schools was ordered to be appointed.
| This is the first time, in my recollection, that
such committee was ever appointed by our Cor
poration, and goes to show that the movers
heart is in the right place upon this very import
ant subject and that our Legislators are becoming
alive to the subject of public education.
| fire occurred this morning about o'clock in
the rear of Coxs Row, on First street, which
consumed three large stables, belonging to Messrs.
Libbcy, Ould and Compton, together with
quantity of wood and coal, and a very valuable
horse belonging to Mr.. Compton. l regret ex-
ccedngly to learn that party of disorderly
youths tried to raise disturbance with the Union
Fire Company, who had kindly come from your
city to assist in extinguishing the flames. The
fire is supposed to have been the work of an ncen-
diary.
| A large number of our citizens intend going
down this afternoon in the steamer Salem to visit
the Baltic.
regret exceedingly to learn that valuable
horse, belonging to Captain Cathell. backed of
one of the wharves this morning, with cart at
tached to him, and was drowned
understand that longboat, heavily laden
with new empty -four. barrels, and bound to our
town, took fire last night and was consumed, with
its contents. ! have not learned the PARTICULARS
The -four market is less active since the Al
RIGA news. Sales could be made to consid-
cradle extent at 81, but holders are disposed to
await further accounts from Europe.
Wheat has declined and we now quote red at
sIG, SIC, and white at S5@ 90c.; corn at $50 SIC
The packet steamer Columbia, Capt. Harper,
has resumed her trips, and reached her wharf
this morning ELECTRO.
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
A CLOUD OF WITNESSES.
The Great Invention of the Age!
Steam SupplantedI-Ga Trium PIN ant

NHE first half of the nineteenth century will be recorded
the age of Steam 1t has passed. and with 1t will
pass the steam engine with the things that
The second half of the century will be known
mencng the age Of Gas-an agent destined not only to light
but TO EYGHTEN the world The age has commenced
and with it is now introduced the Gas Engine.
close observation upon the experiments of his and OF
others in attempts to make the principle of the condensa
ton of carbonic acid gas available mechanic motor has
perfected the and having just received letters patent
for his "Improyed Carbonic Acid Engine" offers to
dispose of rights for the thereof TO the United States
government and to individuals companies the rights
Of States, counties, or cities
The immense saving of money and labor and of human
lives and suffering secured by the of this motor
will inevitably insure its speedy adoption in all places
where steam power used and in thousands of other
places where the great expense bulk and weight of the
steam engine has precuded its use.
This new motor may be applied to all purposes pro-
Polling agent from the snglehorse for the cottongn
TO the two thousand horse for steamers with
the expense less than that required by the engine
boilers and furnaces fuel and fremen and of bulk and
weight-100 tons weight fucing for the power Of
300 tons of the steam engine
These facts established by the experimental engine
twenty-five (25 horse power, working well" at Gin
cinnati as noticed in the following the Cincinnati
" Nonpareil," of the 18th instant:
awe are pleased TO state that G. Solomon, late Of this
city, has received patent for his motor Of carbopc acid
gas in its application to engine The successful expert
ments of this invention were not long since given in the
Nonpareil" The same gentleman has received another
patent for the steering and propelling power"
Also, rights for the of his Improved Propeng and
Steering Apparatus peculiar advantage of which gives
the pilot such complete control of the vessel independent
Of the engineer, that he "rghtabouace" a man-of
war in less time than is required TO load her guns.
Also, rights for his "Improved Spring Saddle for mill
and purposes designed for the greatest posi-.
BILE comfort Of both horse and rider
Any information in regard to the above nven-
tons, and Of obtaining rights, &c, be promptly OBJ
tanned by addressing d. L. ELDER
Attorney and agent for tie patcntee,
7th st., opp. 0ddFeows' Hall, Washington ID. c.
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
STOCK OF GOODS AT AUCTION,

STOCK OF GOODS AT AUCTION.
ON Monday morning the Sth of March, at 10 o'clock
~ shall SELL and continue to SELL from day to day. until
all disposed of stock of Dry and Fancy Goods, Cut
ery Stationery, &C., at auction The stock comprises
believe the largest and best assortment in the District
sisting Of
Brown and bleached Cottons
Ginghams, Plaids, Cambrics, Irish Linens
Plaid Muslins, white and coored Flannsls
Handkerchiefs, Cravats, Cloths
Cassmeres, Satincts, Kerseys, &c.
Striped Shirtings, Vestings, Linseys
Domestics Apacas, Towellings, Diaper, &c.
Table Linens, Osnaburgs, Blankets
And many other Dry Goods
Cap and Letter Paper
Wrapping, Note, and Fancy Paper
Pens, Inks Wafers Wax, and Fancy Stationery In pro-
fusion
Tapes, Pins Needles, Spools, Cards, Threads
Cutlery, Perfumery, Jewelry, Combs and Brushes
Musical Instruments Violin Strings
Lookngglasses, Looking glass Plates, gold and silver
Watches
Clocks Work Boxes. With a large lot of Toys and
other Goods not enumerated
Also, Stove Counter Fixtures, &c, Sale positive.
Terms: Under S25 cash; S25 and Under $50 sixty
days. $50 and under $780, four months $780, six
months satisfactorily endorsed without interest
BARNARD BUCKLEY.
The goods viii be for sale at still further reduction in
price until day sale Persons indebted to prior TO jan
uary LIST must settle at once will be waited by Of
ficer. B. d b.
feb 14-dts
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02

Office IN Iodd's Building, Broscns' Hotel!
TINHIs COMPANY nsures buildings and their contents
against loss by fire at rates favorable those offered
by other responsible companies The amount Insured ia
limited to to $1,000 in any risk Extra hazardous pro
perty such Seammils &c, will not be
insured by this Company.
In ransacng the business Of the Company the directors
will devote their time and energies render the institution
under their charge permanent and safe.
Policies will be issued promptly, buildings or personal
property, by the subscriber.
L. ii. REYNOLDS, General Agent,
feb 23-2wr Todd's Building, Browns Hotel
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH.
Later from Europe.
Arrival OF the Steamer FranLI,u.
New YoRK, March o2n ,

4
NEW York, March Pm
The steamer Franklin arrived here this morn
ing. She left Havre ON the 18th, and Cowes on the
18th ult She brings Liverpool and London dates
to the 18th and 10th.
The steamer America arrived at Liverpool on
the 10Th. The steamer Arctic arrived out in
nine days and eighteen hours-the shortest pas
sage on record.
The Franklin brings fifty passengers, and one
hundred and ninety thousand dollars in specie,
with large cargo of French goods.
Cotton was firm at one-sixteenth to one-eghth
advance. Flour had declined six pence, and wheat
one to two pence Corn had advanced six pence.
Sugars and coffee were firm. Provisions were
improving-rice firm. Money was easy. Con-
soils closed at 971. Paris Bourse dull. Ameri-
can stocks active. Railway shares dull.
The London Morning News" hints strongly
that some great movement may be expected about
the Z2d OF February; that orders have been
gwen to the various generals to be prepared.
| In the House of Commons on the 7th. Lord
John Russell brought forward measure to pro-
vide for the National defence 1t proposes to add
to the regular army as many men as had been
sent to the Cape of Good Hope, which is four
thousand troops of the line and one thousand ar
tilerymen. 1t proposes also to enrol, by ballot
as militia, one-ffth of all the men in Great Brit
ain between the ages of 20 and 23-they to be
liable to fourteen and twenty-eight days service
each year, but, except in case of invasion, not to
be called upon beyond their respective counties
In large towns police is to be organized. The
tn L.,
merston supported, Mr.. Hume opposed, and Cob
den ridiculed the measure. 1t will meet with
great opposition.
The overland mail had arrived. The CONNER
cial advices from Canton were more satisfactory
than for several months past. Five hundred
houses had been destroyed by fire in Iston.
Accounts from the Australian gold diggings
state that the excitement had increased hundred
fold. The colonists had nearly gone mad. The
yield of gold was immense.
Sw1TzERLAND.-It is still affirmed that Louis
Napoleon has designs upon Belgium, and peremp-
tory demands on Switzerland. The government
claimed the intervention of Great Britain. The
alarm created by this threatening attitude in
France is very great
AFRIcA-rhe town Of Layes, on the west coast
Of Africa, is almost totally destroyed by the Eng
lish squadron, in consequence of the king refus-
ing to suppress the slave trade. The English loss
was thirty killed and sixty-six wounded. The
fghting lasted two days. Immense numbers of
the natives were killed.
FRANcE.-Trade i'll Paris is depressed. The
condition of discomfort is rapidly spreading.
PoRTuGAL.-The British experimental SQUAD
ron is called home.
Italy, Belgium, austria, and the other CONT
mental States were making preparations against
the eventualities of war.
Among the Franklin's passengers is Colonel
Kimmen, of Maryland, bearer of dispatches.
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
Healy's Great Webster Picture

IEALY'S large Picture of WEBSTER replying to HAYNE
in the Senate In 1880, comprising also fulszed Por
traits many Senator'S and other distinguished who
present. will be exhibition and after Saturday,
the 2it instant from until sunset every day. except
Sundays and Mondays, at the COMMON COUNCIL ROOM,
CITY HALL which has been kindly granted TO Mr. Heay
for the purpose by the Board of Common Council.
Admission Is cents; tickets SO cents-to he OBJ
tanned at the door feb 20-u
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
DRY GOODS AT COST FOR CASH.

Al commence this day 10 run of our large stock OF
w goods at prime for cash. Persons wishing very
decided bargains have the opportunity Of getting goods
TOR ~ per cent less than the usual price There Is hum
bug or mistake about the natter stock must be Sold
we are compelled TO have the for Spring supplies We
deem needless to enumerate, persons wishing to buy
will lind almost every article appertaning to ladies' gentle
mems and chilirens wear with Carpets, Rugs 0ilcloths
and housekeeping Dry Goods generally call is solicited
to prove assertion. YERBY MILLER,
feb 16-lm onn Centre Market bet 18th and sth sta
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
NOTICE.

DERSONS wishing to purchase PRESENTS for the ap-
preaching holidays should call at s. MASIS, east of
the National Hotel, before purchasing.
He has lately opened superior assortment of Jewelry,
to which he invites particular attention. Silver Porte
and Card Cases. Rings &C. of the newest style
and richest patterns. dec 19--tf
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
REMOVAL.

EOHN D. CLARK has removed his MAdIs1RATE's, No
~ PUBLIC, and GENERAL AGENCY OFFICE, to Twelfth
street, third door south of Pennsylvania Sol
diers Claims for Land Back Pay Extra Pay, Pensions
Claims before Congress ana the Departments promptly
attended to at moderate charges Persons distance
may explain their claims, post paid and suitable forms
viii be sent back with Instructions. sep l9-6m
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02

CALL AND SEE!
Just OPENED, AND FOR SALE
~ Figured and plain Swiss Mouselnes
Cambria Insertings and Edgngs
Tambourworked Insertings
New style Porcelain Buttons
Knitting and marking Cottons
Silyer-plated Neck Combs
Crochet Needless Shell Combs
Ladies' and gentlemen's Silk Gloves, &c, &c. at
MRS. COLLISIONS Fancy q Trimming Store,
feb 19-tr Sixth st. near corner Louisiana a venue
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
LOOK HERE,

yXLATEYER adv ertise 10 seil--for instance
by advertising in the Taph have sold lots the
KUSSU1H LEyIArHAN, and EXTENSION GOLD PENS
within few daysand they have oil given satisfaction
There few left 70 purchase which expect this
AUSTIN GRAY,
fob loft Tth ST. opp. 0ddFellowS Hall,
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02

BOYS CLOTHING!
Pennsylvania aUenue betaceen 9th md 10Th Streets
EXCLUSIVELY FOR BOYS!
Boys and Children's Clothing!
Neat TO NJ Shdnks Iron BliLtng.
GREAT ECONOMY!
WE have opened large and complete assortment and
w. shall keep constantly hand and manufacture to
order, BOYS AND CKILDREN'S CLOTHING, of every
description such Coats Vests Pants Roundabouts Shirts
Drawers &C., &c. of all qualities We will make to
Boys Clothing of the latest styles and most approved patterns
and have il roduced such Clothing readly made
will best endeavors to have them made good and
cheap Heads of families will find it economical to buy
their Boys and Youths clothing ready made.
o. Also, the most complete, general and varied assert
men of MEMS READYMDE CLOTHING to be found in the Dis
trict. WILLIAM WALL
feb 16-tf Penna. av, bet. 9th and 10th sits.
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
JAMES P. MCLEAN,

PROFESSOR OF
ORA IpzNG, DRAUGH7zVG AND PAINTING.
Writing of all kinds carefully exeeuted)
E- Private instruction. classes in schools, most
reasonable terms. ~4A
ROOM-PA. Av., BETWEEN 9Th AND 9TH Sis.
dec l6-3m
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
Letter from M Roysc Of Nctc Albany, Indiana iRrentor Qj
n Rotary plough.

Letter from M Royse, Of Neo Albany, Indiana, Hrenor u
Rotary Plough.
wasmxeToy January 30, 1852.
Mr. EIprR-sr checrfuy avail yscf of this opportu-
nifty to give you few brief statements in reference
lessor saomons New Mechanical Motor is your request
well a duty my country The facts the fol-
lowing, as near ms ] recolect
arrived Mt Cincinnati the Sth of October 1851, and
the following day called to Professor Saomons New
Mechanical Motor of which had read accounts in the pub
lie papers DESTROYS the engine from the fact
that had for time previous been studying to make
the principle applicable motive power to machinery,
astonished and delighted in witnessing the construc
ton and operation Of the engine my embodied idea
before me more perfect than had conceived
witnessed the operation for near an hour IL was uni.
form and perfect and Of sufficient power to lift weight Of
$4,000 lbs twenty-five times in a minute This power
applied to turn the machinery Of the shop and appeared to
be equal to stcamengnes commonly used in mahneshops
The whole length fths engine about twevebr fifteen feet
aud suppose its weight might be about five six tons The
furnace is small shcetron pam the size of my hat and
held about doublehandfu of charcoal The machinery is
not more complicated than that of the stcamengne the
principle construction and operation being the same This
was estimated to be twenty-five horsepower engine Of
which have given you brief description.
am not pecuniariy interested in the Of the in
venton never expected to I've called upon to make any
statements in reference to IT, have had previous
quaintance with Professor Solomon and him. to
my knowledge, until met him in this city, yesterday
Yours, respectfully, y. Il. ROISE
Integenccr, Republic Era, Southern Press and Union,
Washington American, Patriot and sun Baltimore; Led
ger American and Pennsylvania, Philadelphia; Tribune,
Herald Journal of Commerce, Scientific American, Farmer
and Mechanic Courier and Enquirer and Fowlers Journal
Naw York Advertiser Brooklyn; Siimans Journal New
aven Journal and Gazette, Providence Atlas Post and
Transcript Boston, Messenger, Portsmouth, Enquirer,
Portland; Journal and Argus, Albany; Courier and Ex.
press Buffalo Herald Cleyeland Tribune, Dctroit Jour.
nall Chicago Gazette and Advertiser tsburgh Gazette,
Enduirer Nonparei Atlas Commercial and Csts Adyer-
ser Cincinuat Courier, Journal and Democrat Louis
vile: Ineligencer and Republican, St. Louis Pcayune,
Delta and Advertiser, New Orleans Courier charleston;
Wing, Richmond; Alta California san franclsSo insert
three menhs every other day, inner FORM ana forward
bills with copy Of the paper, to 1870, r,,
feb s-eotNar2fif Washington, D G.
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02

A CARD.
WOULD wish to call the attention of the public to the
i fine assortment of the best Naples and French Violin
Strings, which have just received by Adams Co.'s Ex-
press Those Strings need other Recommendation but
fair trial They the best and cheapest Strings
offered have also fine copies of the Old Masters,
which amateurs particularly invited call examine
GEO. HILBUS, Musical Depot
feb 19-tf south side Pa. ay., next to cor 10th st.
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-02
THE ONE-PRICE SYSTEM!

ONlI-I INIOII NAUIEms
TIME undersigned, mpelled by of duty both to the
community and himself will after this date, adopt the
ONEPRICE SYSTEM, which will be rigdly complied with,
and will necessarily be followed by considerable reduction
OF prices. lie hopes by strict adherence to this system,
and proper regard for the wishes of the public with de-
sire to please, and strict attention business merit
their continued fvors He has in store very complete
assortment of MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS and MUSICAL
MERCHANDISE, together with very general variety Of
Fancy and Useful Goods to which the pubs attention is
solicited. GEORGE HILBUS
Musical Depot, south side of Penna. avenue,
feb 7-tr next to corner of Tenth street.