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Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06
tnfani.s Rights Convention.

A large and spirited meeting Of infants was re-
Gently held in Nurserydom, at which they asserted
their rights and called for an immediate redress Of
the wrongs which had beep inflicted upon them. The
Resolutions they passed howsgr rather spriieas
and present list Of grcvanceshat oughtD be look
ed into
WHEREAS, We have been brought into existence
without being consulted at all in regard TO our feel
ings or Wishes thus laying the immediate authors Of
our existence under the strongest obligations TO Geo
that rights are protected and our wants supplied,
therefore,
Resolred, That we claim the right to draw our
nourishment from that fountain which nature has pro-
yided for sustenance, and which is universally ad-
mitted to be the only from which we can de-
rive materials for vigorous growth and that the too
common practice Of cutting off supplies from this
source, TO avoid the necessity of attendance OH
wants, is inhnman, and unworthy Christian mother.
Resolced, That we earnestly protest against the
partiaty sometimes exhibited by our mothers in nur-
sing lap-dogs and making parlor companions of them
as though they the real offspring instead of our
selves, while are turned over TO Bridget.
Resolrcd, That we claim as our rigbt place il
the paernal bed, and deem it very poor excuse fo
tucking us away with the nurse, that our mothe
home from parties late at night, and docs no
wish to be broke of her rest
heSotCeu, lnaI we are oppuSeu 10 taking neulclne
when it would seldom be required if we were prop
erly taken of by mothers, and especially d
raise voices against the practice of many nur
SEES, who secretly keep bottle of paregorc, God
frey's cordial, and force down our troats dose i
the evening, that we may not disturb them in til
night,
Resolrcd, That our being called cross and ugly be
cause we raise our voices against being stuffed wit
improper food while the nourshment nature has prt
vided is withheld from us, is most outrageous slar
der upon our tempers. .e
RcsOlped, That in consequence of these and man
f other abuses 10 which we are subjected, most of U
become sckly, and about half our number die bcor
we are old enough TO take care of ourselves.
Resolced That our cry shall be-'War, war; an
not-'Peace, peace, until wrongs redresse
and our rights restored to u.s.
Voted, That the proceedings of this Convention
published in all the papers, from Maine to Texas
D odd Felloir
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

The following illustrates of the peculiarites
of this " fast age -" An old lady in Cincinnati
had large quantity of bacon to ship to New Orleans,
where she was going herself, to buy supplies. She
stipulated with the captain of steamer that he should
have her freight, providing he would not during
the trip. The captain consented, and the old lady
came on aboard. After the second day out, another
steamer close asern with which the cap
tain had been racing all the time) and would every
now and then come up to the old ladys boat, and
then fall back again. The highest excitement pre-
vailed among the passengers, as the two boats con-
tinued for nearly day almost side by side. At last
the old lady, partaking of the excitement said, cap
tan you amt going to let that thar old boat pass us,
are youl" Why, l shall have to, madam, as |
agreed not to race. Well, you just try it a
little, that won't hurt" &C But madam, to tell you
the truth, did, " Gracious but do try it little
more-see the old boat is almost even with us, and
loud cheer arose from the passengers on the old
boat" GO can't raise any more steam, madam, as
all the tar and pine knots are burnt up" " Good
gracious what shall we do see, the old boat is pass
ing us. Is there nothing else on board that will
make steam" " Nothing, madam-eh, eh, las if a
new idea struck him) except your bacon.'' Throw
in the bacon, shreked the old lady, 4" throw in the
bacon, captain, and beat the old boat ;
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06
New York Heather.

The Rev. Henry Ward Beecher, at one Of the late
religious anniversaries in New York, is reported 10
have said
To-day is the close of the ANNIVERSARIES, and tho
American Board pr Commissioners Of Fareisn Mis-
sions held It's session in Che forenoon society that
has in charge the sending of the gospel TO foreign
heather. You can find no heather in India worse
than in New York. The sediments of our Christian.
cities are worse than any you can find in any part of
the world. When we take the gospel we should go
with it, in the spirit of our Master, to those who need
it. To take men who have been well brought up. i'll
the knowledge of Christianity TO well furnished chur
ches where they have the easiest and the finest
music, is not difficult; but where there duties
which not agreeable, then you apply the force OF
Christianity and exhibit its divine power There is
ordinary philanthropy that will incite to work
among the heather in our cities There has been an
experiment in this work. and is there enough Chris
tanily in the city TO complete this worki ] went
night with Mr. Pease around The miserable haunts
Of this city, and saw enough ] thought what wod
it be, robbed of all its novelty and romance, if shod
go with my family Mr.. Tease has done, down a
mong these people. In this work we find osr model
in the New Testament When Christ went where
there were sick he healed them where there ac-
lua want he created bread, and came down 10 their
physical condition, Take the gospel TO the miserable
oucasts Of city, and can preach 1t unless
he does more. 1t is as though he made mark in
the sand and the first tide washes it away Preach
the gospel, and the hunger Of the man makes him for
geti There Is great deal gospel In loaf OF
Bread sometimes, thah in an old dry sermon If
go to man and bring him in his want, ever SO much
philosophy he will not hear 1T but, if | come dowr
TO him, and give bread, and clothes, and medicine
this will give him correct idea of the Gospel-onC
which he can appreciate and understand. This worl
requires liberal contributions. Among these people
there is a generation every week by Importation
A meal does not last for a week, and these children
are fed daily l commend this cause to your liberal
ity and contributions
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

The RIGHTS OF WoMEN-The Maryland Legisla-
ure at its late session, passed act to protect the
property Of the wife from the debts OF her husband
This act declares that the property real and person
al, belonging to woman at the time of her marriage
and all property which she may acquire receive af
Ter her marriage, shall be protected from attachment
for the liabilities of the husband, provided that
QUESTION of property from her husband after
shall be valid if granted to her in prejudice of the
rights of his subsisng creditors. 1t is also enacted
that it shall hereafter be necessary to nerpose
in order TO married woman the sole
and separate of her property and further, that
all contracts made between persons in contemplation
Of marriage, shall remain full force after such mar
riage shall take place.
This law certainly throws great protection around
woman, and will inevitably tend to elevate her social
position in the community, imparting her an indie
pendent existence hitherto denied her in the marriage
relation. We doubt whether all the objects ever aim
ed at by the womens rights conventions of the coun-
try could if attained, impart her benefits of so ex-
cellent character as must from this benecent
enactment Washington Republic.
The Washington Republic must have taken great
pains to inform itself Of the objects aimed at by the
Womans Rights conventions to present the above as
not principal one.
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06
The Colored Woman's Sermon.

Some years ago. when in Canada | was permitted
10 hear colored woman preach two discusses to the
colored people. She woman somewhat adj
vanced in life, dgni6ed in appearance and dressed in
a plain Quaker dress throughout. She was from
Philadelphia and had been sent over on mission to
the fugitives
The discourses were principally devoted to the
subject of family government, and the proper training
of children for happiness and usefulness. Many ex-
cellent lessons did this aged female preacher commu
nicate to the large congregation of colored and white
people who assembled to hear. Her manner was
simple and plain, and as talent quite respectable
for, although her disconrses were not ornamented
with the flower and beauties of rhetoric they showed
that they forth from a heart in communion
with the Father of Spirits, and that felt The wants
of others.
One remark was deeply impressed on my mind
and which have often thought of since, as have
seen the workings of society," and the great influence
of prejudice over the human mind. She said GO such
was the prejudice of the white people against the
colored, that they could not ioOrShp together, nor
send their children to the same school, nor unite in
any good canse together. But said she, 'Tgo to
the bar-room and the grogShOp, where sinners meet
for the service of sin and Satan and there all coors
are together, drinking, smoking, chewing, swearing
fighting &C., and all distinction of color is forgotten
When will the time come that all Christians shall
stand up side by side in the common worship of a
common Father in heayenl We believe in common
Father, a common Saviour common Salvation in
common Heaven, as the ultimate home of all the
good, and why should allow prejudice to pre-
vent a cooperation with all the good of all colors
and Of all lands in the elevation of humanity and the
worship of God God has made of one blood all
naons and all who bear the impress of the Saviour
are our brethren, whatsoever be their color or ma.
ton COuderspOn Pa. Journal
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

erations thus briefly presented. Would it not con-
tribute TO the of happiness to strive to WOO
men from the of words TO the calm pleasures of
quiet, lovely country home, than TO minge in a
fight in which the conquerors often the losers
But if you refuse the Office thus offered, and reject
sbe enjosmeuts riieh wait yoar aecertance do. not
complain that The avenues 10 usefulness are closed
against you--that there is nothing which calls for
your efforts, or promises you reward.-Coultry
o.
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

TOUCHING DELIcAcY.-There were many little oc-
currences which suggested to me, with great conso-
ation how natural it is to gentle hearts to be consid
crate and delicate towards any nferiority. One of
these particularly touched me. happened to stroll
into the little church when marriage was just con-
cluded and the young couple had TO sign the register.
The bridegroom, to whom the pen was handed first,
made rude cross for his mark the bride, who came
next, did the same.
Now, had known the bride when was last there,
not only the prettiest girl in the place. but hav-
ing quite distinguished herself in the school and
could not help looking at her with some surprise.
She came aside and whispered to me, while tears of
honest love and admiration stood in her bright eyes
''He's dear good fellow, Miss but he can't write
yet he s going to learn of me-and wouldn't shame
him for the world 20
Why, what had to fear, thought, when there
was such nobility in the soul of a lasoring mans
daughter Bleak House
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

A MAINE Law DoG--A few days since, gentle
in this city, strong temperance man. and the
owner of good dog, purchased load of wood, and
employed two Ifishmen.to saw it. Having decided
love for strong drink they found that their frequent
journeys TO the place from whence the liquor was OBJ
tanned, consumed so much time that they decided to
procure bottle and get it filled. Having done SO,
they took it into the yard where they at work,
putting il in convenient place for future use. But
Bose, who had kept an eye on their movements, was
not to be deceived by the string which tied over
the cork and he resolved take the law into his own
hands, having no faith in the of moral suasion in
this case and placing himself near it, in the most de-
cded Manner he forbade their touching the bottle a.
gain; nor would he allow the men to leave the yard
until his master returned at night The men report
ed him as being dangerous baste.-CaDlbrldge Chron
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06
Mr.. Bryant, in one of his letters to the Esening

Mr.. Bryant, in one of his letters to the Eseaing
Post says -
"When was in Upper Egypt fell in with an Ital-
ian who employed to obtain sulpher from mine
among these mountains. They incredibly rich,
said he in beds Of of various metals and other
mineral productions but these cannot be worked for
want of fuel Egypt has no mines of COAL all that
is used in her steamers and manufactures is brought
from England. She has springs of mineral OIL the
Indication of beds of coal. and wherever they to
be found, the government has made excavations 10
great depth and great cost, but without success
An Arab in wandering among the mountains near the
Red Sea, long snce fohnd little pool of quick
silver where it had flowed from the rocks. He at
tempted to scoop it up with his hands, but it slid
through his fingers he then drew it up into his mouth
filled the bottle ia which he carried water, and brot
it home. He was taken i'll Immediately aferward
and died. probably from the effect Of the quicksilver
he had swallowed that the spot where he found it
is still unknown, though dgent search has been made
for il.
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

A PARAGRAPH ON THE SExEs-Gerrit Smith Gays
in his letter to the recent Womens Temperance Con-
vention, at Rochester:
60 The Quakers the best people have ever
known-the most serious and chaste and yet the
most brave and resisting. But there is other peo-
pie, who are little concerned, lest get out Of
his sphere, or lest woman get out of hers. No peo-
pie make little difference they do, between man
and woman. Others appear to think that the happi-
and safety of the world consist in magnifying the
difference. But when reason and religion shall rule
the world there will be felt be no other difference
between man and woman; than that of their physical
constitutions. No difference will then be acknowl-
edged between and woman, in respect to the in
tellect, the heart, or the manners.
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

always think that if St. Peter should rise from
the tomb and have desire to see his successor, Plus
TX, what puzzle he would be in Suppose, then,
that st. Peter in Rome, and it is no little suppo
sition TO suppose eo--for he never there-well,
| repeat suppose he was at Rome once, and rising
from his tomb, he should wish to see his successor,
and should enquire of some people, "Will you obge
me by telling where l may find my successor!'
'Your successor--a poor man and fisherman ~
"Perhaps you would direct me if you know" .My
dear friend, l never knew yonr successor. (Laugh-
ter) Poor St. Peter Well, suppose St. Peter,
as he was a fishermen, should think that perhaps he
might find his successor on the banks of the Tiber
fishing, Qaughter,) but on the borders of the Tiber
he does not find Plus TX. QLaughter.) He perhaps
would suppose that he in prison. but he will find
in the prison hundreds and thousands of christians inn
prisoned by the command of his Successor but he won't
find his successor there. But where is he Sup
pose some friend speaking to him in Latin or Greek
should say ''if you would know where your success.
sor 10, 90 to the vatican and there you will find your
successor"
Well, suppose st. Peter, without sandals on his
feet, poor and miserable, should enter the great gate
of the vatican-Swiss guards with halberts stand
round. Poor man he ascends the great staircase, and
upon the great staircase is dragon walking up and
down with great long strides, and afterwards the no.
BILE guards joyful looking and they say to hin Ego;
go, go, forth" This poor man at last after passing
many Prelaes and Bishops, and having obtained IL
cense from the Major Domo, so called, in order to
speak to his Successor, ST. Peter, at last is intro
duced to the Pope himself A great canopy of velvet
with gold covers the throne. The Pope is dressed
very rich He is attred in a stole embroidered with
gems and gold. Oficious ministers bid him kneel
down before the vicar Of Christie kneel before the
successor of poor fisherman and kiss his toe l
ask you my American friends, what would be the
prise of ST. Peter 10 be ordered to knee before his
successor, and if he don't knee lie will be put in pris
on He would answer, 'This Rome is no more an
cent ROME this is not my successor this is the pom
tick maximus--this is Nero, Tberius or Calgula."
Now, my dear brethren, what is the Popel have
not time to speak of the whole court of Rome, and
will restrict myself to two words on Cardinals, be-
cause know that III America you not honored
with Cardinals (laughter). GouaSsi.
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

The term putting your foot in it appears, is of
legitimate origin. According to the Asiatic Re-
Searches very curious mode of trying the title to
land is praelieed in Hindostan. Two holes are dog
in the disputed spot, in each of which the lawyers on
either side put of their legs, and remain there
until one of them is tired, complains Of being stung
by nsecis-in which case his client is defeated. In
this country it is generally the client, aud not the
lawyer, who puts his foot in
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

sPRoeREssIvE FRIENDS "-This new sect recent
ly organized in. Chester county, Penn, have pub
shed expedition adopted at their yearly rheetng
from which it appears they are composed mostly of
those members of one branch OF the Society of Friends
who have been earnestly engaged in the reormatory
movements of the day against slavery, ntemperance
etc. and who conceive that they are harshly dealt
with on that account They hold that churches are
merely human organizations, possessing only such
powers as are conferred upon them by their ndiyidu
al members. They deem it great mistake in chris
tian churches TO demand of their members unifor-
nifty of belief and they dencunce the pharasaca spir
it which frowns upon amusements, and which would
cover society with sanctmonous gloom. Their
meetings are conducted very much like those of the
society of Friends except that they are not ruled by
elders, and have ministers, oyerseers, etc. AS
yearly meeting this body disclams all disciplinary
authority over individuals local sociees lndivld
uals may at any time withdraw from the Society with
out being required to give therefor, being
censured for SO doing. Odd. ca. Repa3.
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

Poison IVA writer in the Granite Farmer pos
ityely asserts that the effects of poison ivy may be
cured by eating few say four OF five of the small
green leaves Of the pine.
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

company Of Chinese are about erecting very
large brick and stone warehouse in the city Of San
Francisco for the accommodation of the emigrants
constantly arriving from their particular province.
The leader of"this company is an educated man. who
has signifed his willingness to give to the Rev. w
Speer, chaplain to the Chinese, the sum Of two thou
sand dollars towards the erection of chapel and
school for the education of his couulymen, and thus
aiding and assisting them in becoming Protestant
Christians
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06

"Ghosts be hanged" said Tom Hood. "No such
things in nature. All laid long ago before the wood
pavement What should they come forl The col
liers may rise for higher wages, and the Chartlss
may rise for reform; and Joseph Surge may rise for
health and bread may rise but that the dead should
rise, only to make ones hair RISE is more than can
believe. Suppose yourself ghost Well, If you
came out of the grave TO serve friend, how you
to help him. II it's an enemy, what's the use OF ap-
pearng to him if you can't pitch into hint"
Windham County Democrat. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1836-1853, 1853-07-06
THE DEMOCRAT

is PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING, BY
GEO. w. NICHOLS.
Office No. Granite Row, opposite the Stage House.
The weekly Placer herald., 1853-04-16
TRAVELLING
AUBURN AND YANKEE JfNI'S
DAILY EXPRESS lime.

HlilE subscriber having established sta
l. bles both in Auburn aud Yankee Jim's
are prepared to furnish spirited and gen
tie horses to persons wishing to pass over
the road. tl 3F W
BY this conveyance much Inconvenience
arising from dust is avoided ltis also
quicker and cheaper, and passengers are
not compelled TO acatk up MehiUs.
The advantage of this line over the
difficult and dangerous transit by stage
must be apparent to all. .aL.
G5- This line is connected with Brown
s Parish's mail Line of stages from Sac
ramento city, e H. t.,e.+
Agents-Y ankee Jim's, at Copeland &
CO.'S stable, opposite Herrick's hotel; Au-
burn, in the rear of crescent city hotel.
% Saddle horses to hire in both places, on
the most reasonable terms.
O2my aN ID. COPELAND & co
The weekly Placer herald., 1853-04-16
SAN FRANCISCO.
a GENCY.
AGENCY
YSNHE Undersigned is the sole agent for

YBNHE Undersigned is the sole agent for
4 the transaction of all business con-
nected with the office of the "Placer Her
ald," published at Auburn, and the "Cali-
fornia Express" published at Mary ysvile,
for the city and county of San Francisco.
Ifs these papers circulate very extensive
ly throughout the entire mining region,
advertisers will find ii to their advantage
to secure a place in the columns of each.
Communications aud advertisements will
meet with prompt attention II left with
him at his office. advertisements re-
spectfuly solicited. j. F. DAMON,
No. l6l Kearny street, San Francisco.
The weekly Placer herald., 1853-04-16
j. w. Tucker,

MANUFACTURING Jeweler, and
vi wholesale and retail dealer in Dia-
monds, Fine Watches, Jewelry, Silver
and Silver plated Ware, &c. &C., Mont
gomery street, one door porth of Sacra-
mento, San Francisco, keeps constantly
on hand and is receiving by every steamer
FINE WATCHES, of every kind and
make. ...
DIAMoND WoRK in great variety
amongst which are some of the largest in
the country.
Gold charms, keys, seals, rings, thin
bes, earrings, lockets, chains, and every
description Of jewelry.
SILVER WARE, comprising communion
sets, silver pitchers, cups, spoons, napkin
rings, &c. &C., which he is selling at the
lowest rates.
Chronometers rated, watches carefully
cleaned and repaired, and all business
pertaining to the line attended to.
Country orders punctually attended to
Prices and goods guaranteed to suit pur-
chasers. sll-3m
The weekly Placer herald., 1853-04-16
New Civ crug Store.

A A. JOSEPH & CO., Proprie- ~.
N tors of the City Drug Store, NkN
would respectful inform the pub 90
lie that they are now permanently located
in their new store, Metropolitan Block,
Washington Street, and prepared to
supply the city and country trade with
all descriptions of Drugs, Medicines, Sur
gical Instruments, Dental Instruments,
Gold Foil, Artificial Teeth, Perfumery,
Toilet Soap, Fancy articles.
Our stock is of recent importation, and
has been selected with special reference
to quality. Dealers and Physicians may
rely upon obtaining nothing but fresh and
genuine articles from our establishment.
Physicians prescriptions prepared with
care and attention, at all hours of the day
and night, by competent persons.
Il. A. JOSEPH s. CO.,
Graduates of Pharmacy,
Metropolitan Block, WASHINGTON street,
opposite Burgoype's Banking House, San
francisco, -s~,ov fob b s'sS--n2lsf