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Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

A DEvoTEE To AFFECTION body Of
Miss Maria Douglass, who has been missing
since lanuary.9 from the city of Lawrence,
was discovered on Saturday, 29th, under the
ice, by some boys skating upon the Canal OPP
posiIe the Atlantic Mills in that city, from
which she was Immediately taken. The
Lawrence Courier says:
The unfortunate Miss Douglas was born ia
Salem, Mass, and was only sixteen years old !;
she has lately been engaged in the Atlantic
Mills, and, SO far as we learn, has always
borne an excellent reputation. Satisfactory
evidence has been given that, TO the last mo-
ment of her life, she was pure and vrtuous
in all her relations. She had formed so
strong an attachment for young man, who
was very attentive TO her, that when he
avowed his intention Of going TO another
Town and disseminating her acquaintance,
she was temporarily deranged, and resolved
OF immediate death: removing all her orna-
ments, and assuming simple and modest
attire, she went forth ia the darkness, leaving
her shawl and bonnet on the bank, and un-
seen. save by the eye of God, plunged be-
meath the waves
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17
The Lands.

The documents placed before the Legislature
by the Governor, the recent report of the Land
Agent, Mr.. Morrill, and the discussions on the
lands in the Legislature, render the subject Of
the purchase of the Massachusetts lands and
the sale of public lands owned by Maine, of no
little importance at the present time.
It will be a calamity to have the lands go into
the hands of spectators. The true policy to
be pursued by the State is, opposition to the
hacking and pandering operations Of specula-
tors, and encouragement to actual settlers
The State of Maine oW eS to Ex-Governor
Hubbard debt of obligation Of no inconsider-
able amount for the bold and straight forward
policy he has pursued, and the devotion he
has manifested to the best interests Of the
State, in the management of the lands There
can be no doubt the crowd Of eastern spccula-
tors that Hooked to Boston for the purpose Of
getting hold of the Massachusetts lands in
"aihe' lost the prize they had in view by the
prompt ana stern measures of a Governor of
Lame VINO knows how to saw no. when tho
welfare OF the State is in jeopardy. Gov. Hub-
bard protested against the sale to ;na;v;d,o1s
and earnestly directed the attention of c.
Boutwell, ito the injury schich soiu =. ;,.a;.,. !,
upon Maine" by selling the Massach ,,.o,.-
lands to spectators. His appeals had tho A.
sired effect. and the spectators came hone i
no very pleasant mood. Vengeance was de-
clared against the Governor, and its effect has
been recently seen in the combined influences
set to work to prevent his reelection by the
Legislature. The result is a wing Governor
who is understood to be allied to the land spec.
ulating interest with a very large representa-
ton Of the same kind of interest around him
We believe the sentiment of the people is in
favor of the policy pursued by Gov. Hubbard
and the purchase of the Massachusetts lands
BY the State. And above all other interests the
settling interest should be. consulted, and the
liberal offer of farms by the State to the enter
prising and industrious settler continued in
full force.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

BY the report of the Land Agent, it appears
that the amount paid into the State Treasu-
ry the past year from the sale Of lands amounts
to $7S,554 90. He recommends system for
the sale OF the timber lands by which great
Improvement may be effected. The action OF
the Legislature on his report, and upon the
lands, and the action of the present Executive
power of the State will be watched with much
interest. The following is the system of sales
proposed by the Land Agent -
Let it be made the duty of the land agent.
under the direction of the governor and
council, to designate annually, what tracts or
parcels of land are to be sold during the year,
and having made a list of the same, set fair
minimum price on each tract or parcel thus Sc
lected for sale let list of the lands thus
designated, together with the minimum price
of each tract, and time and place OF sale, be
published in several newspapers IN the Stale a
reasonable time prior to the time of sale, invit-
ing sealed propositions for each tract separate
ly; to be received by the land agent and
opened in the presence of the governor and
council. The highest bidder for any tract thus
offered to be considered the purchaser OF the
same by complying with the terms OF SALE
And in case no offer be had for any part of the
tracts thus offered, equal to the minimum price
set upon such tracts, the same may then be
open at private sale at price not less than
that at which the same were first offered, and
If any OF said tracts shall remain unsoid at the
time OF the next annual designation Of tracts
to be sold, TIE land agent, under the direction
OF the governor ana council, may reduce the
minimum price first set upon said lands, and
again offer them for sale as before, and no
lands to be sold at private sale until the same
shall have been offered to the public I'M
der the foregoing regulations.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17
The Senator Question.

On Friday, the Senator question was post
poned to the Sd day of March next by an
order which passed in both branches Of the
Legislature. A motion TO postpone indefinite
ly was lost in the House by vote Of Sc to 50.
AS motion to postpone indefinitely could not
not probably pass the Senate, the assignment
of period for another balloting is perhaps the
best course. 1t will prevent the springing of a
trap t at any time the sixty-six wings of the
house should find themselves in a majority
with the question of indefinite postponement
hung up between the two branches. All that
remains to be done, when the Sd of March
comes round, will be the postponemeot of the
question to the lst of April, and the democrat
&c Legislature of 1854 will close up the matter
satisfactorily, we have no doubt.
The exciting subjects Of the session being
disposed of. we presume the ordinary legisIa-
ton Of the people will be despatched without
further delay. The railroad mania is creating
little fever, but it will be of short duration.
There may be considerable time occupied on
the questions of banks and public lands but
we see no reason why. even now, the time Of
the Legislature may not be so improved to
make the present comparatively short session.
We do not believe the people will stand many
more long sessions. If the Legislature will
not commence the work of reform, the sover-
eiGn people, appearances indicate, are ready for
the undertaking.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

BUTTER SPECTATORS Butter has gone in
to speculation largely this winter, as we well
know in Maine, where we have been obliged
to pay 90 and 25 cents per pound But the
spectators have got npped, and we are glad
of it. All over the country the spectators
last fall went into it largely and bought and
contracted for butter at high rates. They were
sure of realizing from 40 to so cents per pound
in mid-minter. Purchases and contracts were
carried on 10 great extent in the State of
New York and in many parts Of New Eng
land.
But change has come. Butter in CIeave-
land, Ohio, sells for IL 10 cents-in Pots
dam, N. Y, for l6 cents-in Albany for 90
cents-in Boston for 20 cents Many farmers
in New York who refused to sell for 20
and IS cents, have laiterly sold for Is to 49,
From one station on the Ogdensbnrg Railroad,
Ala tons of butter have been sent, the present
season, most of which came 10 Boston, and
there are yet 1000 packages for sale at that
station. The country is rather too large to
keep up panic in butter, and we trust the
spectators will learn wisdom from this year,
operation. In this State the price is down
ward, but some how or other our dealers man.
age 10 make us pay now at pretty high fig
ure.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17
Manufacturing in Maine.

In the " financial article in the Boston Post
of Saturday last, cotton manufacturing in Lew
iston is noticed with much favor. Manufaa-
turing in Maine is coming up, and other places
besides Lewiston arc reaping the advantages of
it. We hear that the factory in Brunswick has
been sold recently. and is to be put into opera
ton forthwith. The Hallowell factory is driv-
ing with full force, and is coming money. The
cloth, which is printing, brings "a cents
The Augusta factory is also in full operation
We copy from the Post as follows g.
We hear famous reports from the Bates
Mill OF Lewiston Me. II is said 10 be mod
ell establishment, for arrangement and ma
chinery, and TO he doing a very profitable
business. Francis Skinner g. Co. are the
selling agents, and as we are informed, large
stockholders. With an average of one-half
the machinery in operation. for three months
onhy the Bates cleared fully per cent. Its
power is equal 10 $4,000 spindes. The
stock for a new mill OF equal size is all Ia ken,
and the foundations are all laid, in readiness
for immediate erection in the spring. With
in one year, there will be four factories I'M
der full head-w NJ Lewiston. The Lin
coin 81 Bates are now in operation, and the
other Bates and The Ilill' mill of &c, 900
spndles are begun. A few shares of Lew
iston have recently been sold at SO IL, but
outside sales have been since made at 90 to
100, chiefly at The last figure.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17
Dedication.

The new Baptist Church, on Elm street,
was dedicated to the service of Almighty God,
on Wednesday last, with the customary reli-
glous services. We were unable to be pres
sent, and avail ourselves of the following ac-
count Of the services on the occasion, from the
Tribune =
All the exercises were strikingly appro-
pirate and interesting. The singing BY the
choir, under the direction of Mr.. Rice, was
excellent. The sermon, by Rev. DR.. Shell.
don, vas characterized by vigor and origi-
nalityo thought; and was clear exhibi-
ton of the speakers views, without any al
tempt at ornament or establishment. His
text was taken from Christ's discourse with
the woman of Samaria :-"God is a spirit !;
and they that worship him must worship
him in spirit and in truth" His theme was
the effect which the character Of God ought
10 have on our worship.
We congratulate the embers Of this So
ciety on the beautiful house, SO spacious and
convenient, which they have erected. And
we think they are very fortunate in obtain
ing for their pastor such an accomplished
scholar, and able divine, as DR.. Sheldon.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

BUSINESS AND PUBLICITY .-Nohe now pre-
tend 70 dispute that notoriety is one of the
most important elements Of success in busf-
ness. Fortunes are accumulated ia few
years by those who have the intelligence and
tact to avail themselves Of this power, great
er than men seeking success through years
OF unaided application, have dreamed OF.
The vast benefits resulting from syslemat-
&c and continuous advertising are only Des'"-
ming 10 he understood Ii IS not pre'eDued
that an must. as matter 81 course, acquire
wealth by such means, but II has been DEM
ons,ratef tI,at the merchant who has well
selected sock and deals uprightly, the man-
nIoctnrer whose goods are as cheap,qualilies
considered. as any ia the market, or the me-
cbanic who is skifuI and puncIual, may in
crease his business al pleasure, in proportion
10 the energy and means ne employs in gain
ing publicity.
Then why do not all advertise Because
business men are only beginning 10 realize
its importance. Sill, the amount of adver-
Using seen in the columns Of the journals has
doubled within FIVE years, and will double
again IN i've more. Those who still hang
back will see their younger and more ener-
getic rivals out-sIripping them. There isno
use in cOntendIng against the spirit Of the
age. fthey WON'T jump into the cars and
pay their fare, they must be left behind 10
travel on foot. Nal.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

0JT The Coinage Bill, as reported to the
House Of Representatives, provides Or new
gold coin Of the value Of three dollars, contem-
plates the reduction of the silver half dollar
from log Id gains TO 1O2 grains, and like
reduction of the quarter dollar, dime, and half
dime, the reduction being 6 91-IOO; the limta-
ton of the half and quarter, dime and half
dime 10 legal tender(to the Government only
to SIS only, and the prohibition of silver depos-
its at the mint for coinage, except by the Unit
ed States.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

GRAHAM's MAGAZINE for March is a rich
number. In consequence Of rather a severe
criticism upon Uncle Toms Cabin, in recent
No of Graham, several abolition editors opened
their batteries upon it, with vie% no coubt tc
its demolition; but the editor takes it like a
philosopher, and concludes there won't be
much Of shower" This No. of Graham
contains reply to the personalities alluded to,
written in fearless and independent style
Whatever may be the opinion of his criticism
the public will honor him for his independence
A manly and open course will always com
mand respect, while the cringing sycophant is
detested by all. For sale at Sawyer & Ma
goun's.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

The Federaists in Massachusetts are aoi-
tating the question Of repeating the law of the
last session relative TO holding constitutional
convention. The law was passed, the people
acted upon it, voting by 1000 majority for
holding a convention, and the late Governor is
sued his proclamation appointing time both
for electing delegates and for holding the con-
vention. And now the federalists are gravely
arguing the point whether they can upset all
this.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

GOVERNORS AIDs.-Gov. Crosby has ap-
pointed for his Aids, the following gentlemen,
with the rank Of Lieut.. Colonel viz, Rich
ard nj. Chapman, Of Biddeford, Edward X.
Harding, of Bath, Alfred w. Johnson, of Bel
fast, and Hayward Pierce, of Bangor.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

g The Saco Democrat intimates that the
Secretary Of the Senate misunderstands his DO
sltion if he considers himself placed there to
defame the character of Messrs. Clifford and
Dana. Let him $50 it" if it will seem to
break up the monotony Of his tame sheet. He
is to be seen once week very leisurely peru
sing the " Saco Union' The Senators gen.
orally throw il under the table.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

his company-has, apparently. discouraged bis
attentions--was not at the bal at the Tuilleries
on Saturday night, which was supposed to be
given in her honor, and declines now appearing
in society until after the solemnization Of the
marriage.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

U A Bangor paper states that an ordinance
has been introduced into the council of that
city, "for daguerreotyping and hanging up all
past, present and future Mayors in the Alder
mems rooms"
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

INAUGURAL SUIT FOR PRESIDENT PIERCE
An elegant suit Of clothing for the President
elect, says the Boston Journal has lust
been manufactured at the establishment OF
Mr. II. E. Arlington, 1876 Washington street
to be worn by Gen. PIERCE at his Inaugural,
ton, on The 4Ih of March. MIR. Arlington
has spared neither pains or expense in the
getting up Of this suit, and il is probably one
of the most expensive and tasty ever manu-
featured in the States, yet its general appear
ance is such as not 10 offend the taste Of the
most democratic of our people. The follow
ing description Of the suit will be read with
INTEREST,"
l. A fine black dress coat, made from the
same cloth which took the premium at the
last worlds fair in London. Coat superbIy
lined with satin dechene; sleeve Innings al.
so of satin.
2. Undrcss waistcoat Of plain black silk
back of satin dechene, and lined throughout
with white satin.
3. Full dress vest Of plain white silk
back and Innings Of white satin On The sat
in lining of the right side are thirty.one stars,
representing the States of the Union, form
ing circle, wrought in silver. Within thi =
circle of stars is the anchor Of hope, worked
IN gold Outside of all is an enJless circle
Translation of these emblems - In the
union OF The states is our only hope. God
watches over the republic, eternal be its du>
r&tionn On the oppos lite white satin lining
is wrought chaplet Of bayleaves tied at the
bottom with a golden knot, outside of which
is another circle of gold
4. Pants Of plain black doeskin, of The
finest material that can be procured
5. Undress pants Of plain black, very
fine, silk and wool mixture.
g.. Overcoat ofPlain black, superbly lined
and in the form of a surlout.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

Mr.. KING.-We are happy to learn that
Hon. W. r. King, Vice President elect, ar
rived at Havana on the 9th, with improved
health. The captain of English man-of-
war offered to salute Mr.. King, but the offer
was respectfully declined.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

The ice in the Connecticut river broke I'D on
the night of February 9th, at balfpast ten
o'clock, owing to rise in the river, caused by
the late rain. It has been closed just three
weeks.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

The clerk was charged with message %
the Senate, conveying information OF Tue &c
suit. Adjourned. ri, II
Ssnate.-On motion Of Mr.. Lowell o. r's'
cataquis, ea,.~v of the Senate
Y. .':.ae,sd 70 procure the printing OF $50
% -" oF ,be transactions Of the several ag-
sp.'I,1ral societies in the State, for The years
resn'1.o for The use Of said societies, 70 be
arranged aud prepared for publication under
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

~ Hon Ezekiel Whitman, of East Bridge
water, Mass, (ate Chief Justice of the Su-
preme Court Of this State has been appointed
Justice of the Peace and Quorum.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

CoLoNIzArIoN.- bill is before the New
York Senate, appropriatDg $50 to defray the
expenses of each colored inhabitapt of that
State, above 10 years Of age, or $25 if below
that age, who may voluntarily emigrate to
.ihnria
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

AN EDITOR IN LUcK.-The Pawtucket Ga
zette states that number Of the personal and
political friends of Welcome b. Sayles, Esq,
of the Providence Post, have made that gentle
man a present of a splendid service of plate,
which cost upwards of $500, as an expression
of their respect for him as man, and Of their
appreciation of his services as member of the
Democratic party.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

10 The Augusta and Bangor papers are en-
gagged in a railroad war;
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

80. Some of the wing papers are trying hard
to make out that the wing party is not in SO
bad condition as il might be.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

t6P The city of Augusta is at present in
tested with gang Of burglars. Several houses
have been entered, and goods stolen. On Fri
day last two persons-says the Journal-&ere
arrested, charged with burglariousy entering
the Franklin House the previous night, where
one Of them was found, helping himself to cold
meat, in the storeroom. One was examined
before Judge Fuller, and acquitted-but little
evidence appearing against him. The other,
VIM. McLaughlin-th gentleman who was
caught paying his devoirs to the provender-
was examined on Saturday, and for want of
$500 bonds committed for trial.
The Journal recommends "blue pills and
gun powder as suited to their case.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17
"the top Of his head,

Pleasantly aside however, the article is a
good one, and is doing wide spread and ben
eficent work for all classes of seedy humanity,
especially for single ladies, approaching an un-
certain age, for bachelors who have too long
delayed an important duty, and for those in
the vale Of widowhood, who, from excessive
sorrow have become prematurely gray.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

HAIR RESTORATIVE. The attention of our
readers is invited to the advertisement of this
popular article in another column. Mr.. Lar
rabee is gentleman in whose statements the
fullest confidence may be placed, and the
number of those whom he has rejuvenated BY
the use of his restorative is daily increasing,
and all seem willing to bear testimony to the
efficiency of his preparation. But after ALL the
best Of all testimony to the efficacy of the res
torative is borne by those natural AUBURN soit-
laeasea which cluster around
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1853-02-17

iCJB The New York Tribune fully appreci-
ates the difficulties of Gen. Pierce's position,
and suggests that it would be better for him
to obtain the counsel Of some likely disinterest-
ed individual. How very kind Perhaps
Greeley would like to recommend some one of
Taylor's advisors. Noyou don't Horace.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1853-03-24
Pennsylvania Deaf and Dumb
ASYLUM.

The annual report of this institution
for 1852 informs us that the number of
pupils is larger than at any previous per-
iOd. During the year 33 puppils-l6
boys and II girls-were admitted; and
25 pupils-l1 boys and IA girls-were
dismissed, and one girl died. The pupils
have enjoyed their usual health. At the
close Of the year there remained in the
institution lab pupils-76 boys and 65
girls-s7 being supported by the State of
Pennsylvania, IA by Maryland, 10 by
New Jersey, A by Delaware, and IS by
their friends, or by the institution. Of
those supported by Pennsylvania, % are
from Philadelphia; and of fthose supported
by their friends, or by the institution, ten
are from Pennsylvania. The increased
number of applicants will require an ad-
ditional appropriation from the common
wealth.