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The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-08-12
A Tale About a Head.

Jake, little black negro who be-
longed to DIR. TaIiaferro, was said ia
have in his little frame heart as bic
as General Jackson's. He didn't fear
even our respectable fellow-citizen,
"Old Nick" and as for GOODNESS, he
was as cool as the tip top of the North
Pole. a1a v 4
One day, DR.. Taliaferro, upon the
occasion Of the commencement Of the
Medical College, Of which he held the
chair Of Anatomy, gave a dinner.
Among his guests was aweh known
ventriloquist. Late in the evening,
after the bottle had done its work, the
conversation turned upon courage, and
the Doctor boasted considerably Of
his favorite man, Jake. He offered
to bet that nothing could scare him;
and this bet the ventriloquist took up,
naming at the same time the test he
wanted imposed. Jake was sent for,
and he came. 4ia p Q1aNa 3a u.
"Jake," said the Doctor, IL have
bet a large sum of money on your
head, and you must win it. Do you
think that you can?"
"Bery well, master" replied Jake,
"just tell dis niger wat he's to do,
and he do it, sure" idl 66a i,mul
II want you to go to the dissecting
room. You will find two dead bodies
there. Cut off the head Of one, with
large knife that you will find there,
and bring it to US. You must not
t ke light. however, and don't get
frightened"
"Dat's all, is it ?" inquired Jake
"Oh ! berry well, I'll do dat sure fol
sartin, and as for being frightened, the
debll amt going to frighten me-" o
/ Jake accordingly set of, reached
the dissecting room, and CROPPED abou
until he found the knife and the bo
dies. He had Just applied the forme
to the neck of the latter, when from
the body he was about to decapitate
a hollow and sepulchral voice ex
claimed w..
"Let my head alone r
eyes, sah," replied Jake; ri ain
parricklar, and tudder head III do je'
as WE'LL"
He accordingly put the knife to tht
neck Of the other corpse, when another
voice, equally unearthly in its tone
shrieked out .a# u ni
{. "Let my head alone r. 5
Jake was puzzled at first, but an
swered presently
Loo-a-here Massa Tolliver says
Imus bring one OBJ de heads, and you
isn't gwine to fool me no how 7" and
Jake hacked away until be separated
the head from the body. Thereupon
half-a,dozen voices screamed out
"Bring it back ! bring it back p
Jake had reached the door, but on
hearing this turned around and said
"Now--now see yahl jes you keer
quiet, you fool, and don't wake up the
women folks. Massa's only gwine tc
look at de bumps"
y Bring back my head at once l''
cried the voice. a3laf gt
d "Tend to you right away, sab p
replied Jake, as he marched off with
the head, and the next minute depos.
tied it before the Doctor.
ESQ, you've got 1t, ! see," said his
master. N aaHaN d ~ H
d "Yes, sah," replied the unmOved
Jake; 'ibut please be done lookin' al
him soon, kaze de gemmer told me.to
'fotch him back right away"
q 4.
The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-08-12
Mr.. Abram Christman, an old and

Mr.. Abram Christman, an old and
much respected citizen Of Harrods-
burgh KY, says the PiOughboy, who
has been engaged in the grocery bust
ness for many years past, and con-
nected with the liquor traffic, rolled
out ofhis store several barrels ofwhis-
ky and wine, a. few days since and in
the presence Of large number Of
spectators, emptied their contents up
on the ground Georgetown Herald.
The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-08-12

4 As rivers and fountains proceed
from the sea and return thither again,
50 true grace in the heart, as a foun-
tain, sends forth all its streams to-
wards God, the great ocean from
whence It flowed. y z 'H 7 q'"S
The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-08-12

NJ Quarantine hid been established, at
latest dates, at Natchez, Miss, to prevent the
yellow fever from reaching that place; and in
All the towns on the MississiPpl. sanitary
measures were adopted with similar view.
The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-08-12

THARKsalvlNa DAY.--The Governor and
COuaei sf New H .Dp,hirs have taken time
BY the torslock, and appointed Thursday, the
"a b Of November, as day OF thanksgiving
ind praiSe. b ODD Hgs57g S@i3lWlH0}
The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-08-12

p A Massnie Lodge in Michigan Aas pass o
ed resolutions calling upon the Masonic
Lodges throughout the country to uBite ID
raisipgs fnnd for the ppFchsseof Mt Vernon,
in order to save it from anticipated degrada-
ton. satsal l66agGfT 9as Vag3u
The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-08-12

it there; if not bury itin oblivion, and
| remain your strong brother in the
common cause Of humanity.
Respectfully, yours,
= 81 R e. g. HARDEST.
The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-08-12

ReKiew yOur paat aetiOns. - \
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1853-06-30
TPOTSONINC-F0

Thousands of Parents who use Vermifuge
composed of Castor Oil, Calomel, &C., are
not aware, that while they appear to benefit
the patient, they are actually laying the foun.
patlons for a series of diseases, such as saliva
ton, loss of sight, weakness, of limbs, &c.
In another column will be found the adver-
tlsement of Hobensack's Medicines, to which
we ask the attention of all directly interested
IN their own as well as their Children's
health. In Liver Complaints and all disordes
arising from those ofa bilious type, should make
use the only genuine medicine, Hobensack' 5
Liver Pills.
CEF"Be not deceiUed," but ask for Hoben
sacks Worm Syrup and Liver Pills. and OBJ
serve that each has the signature of the Pro-
prietor, J. N HOBENSACK, as none else
are genuine.
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HIGHLY IMPORTANT!
L LATES ST NEWS.
New Beet and Shoe Establishment,

The subscribers would solicit the attention
of the public to their new Boot and Shoe Es.
tablishment, just opened in Stroudsburg, first
door below Barry's Hotel, where work of al
kinds can be had either ready-made or made
TO order at the shortest notice and on the
most reasonable terms. Ladies' Shoes of the
neatest styles constantly on hand.
Long experience in the business in all its
departments, enables the subscribers to re.
commend their work to the public, feeling
well assured that their highest expectations
will be fully realized after giving it fair
trial. WITSEL & HINTON.
Stroudsburg, June %, IS53.-tf.
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Jealousy and Revenge,

Andrew j. Morrison shot his wife
Fanny and dry goods clerk named W.
H. Hester, in Washington, on Wednesday
afternoon the 18th inst, under peculiar
circumstances. There are various con-
ficting accounts the more reliable are
that Morrisson-who had been married
about SIX months to very young and
handsome woman-suspecting improper
familiarity, told her that he should leave
town that afternoon. She Immediately
notified Hester of her husband S supposed
absence, and Hester subsequently called
on her at her lodgings on Pennsylvania
avenue Morrison meanwhile having
watched their movements, sprang sud
denly upon them, and finding them in his
chamber, both en diShabiUe. instantly
drew revolver and fred three or four
shots, one of which passed thro' Hester's
body, endangering his life, and another
passed through the arm and side of his
wife, wounding her seriously, but not dan
gerously. Morrison Immediately gave
himself up to the authorities, and was
committed. Hester being informed by
his physician that he might not survive
but few minutes, made a statement to
Capt. Goddard to the effect that he had
had no criminal intercourse-but failed
fully to account for being caught in such
a predicament.
Next day the ball was extracted from
Hester's body, and there was, at the last
information from Washington, proba-
bility Of his recovery.
Later accounts say that Hester was
struck at the first fire, the second missed
him, and the third took effect on Mrs.
Morrison, the pistol being aimed directly
at her. 1t was then snapped at him when
he grappled with Mr.. Morrison, and
turned the direction of the weapon. He
does not know whether Mr.. Morrison, fred
through the window or not. With regard
90 being discovered without his panta-
looms, he thinks he requested the first
person who came into his room immedi-
ately after the shooting, to loose them, or
take them of, as they were too tight, feel
ing as if he were dying.
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81. 900 REWARD.

The above reward will be paid for the ap.
prehension OF any person who will say that
Isaac H. Loder does not sell the cheap pest
and best Cabinet Furniture, at the PeopIeS's
ezs7z7zEszg7zz=za Cdbiaet- Ware Rooms, (oppo.
s5ssssssseszffl site Robert Boys store, in the
borough Of Stroud sburg) this
side of New York.
The undersigned, having purchased the
large and extensive Cabinet Ware Rooms
lately occupied by Frederick Philips, would
respectfully inform the citizens of Strouds-
burg and vicinity that lie intends carrying OIL
the Cabinet making business in all its various
branches; and is now prepared to receive or
ders and attend to all calls for every thing
in his line of business. The undersigned
will keep on hand and furnish to order
Coed and Handsome Furniture.
as cheap as can be sold anywhere. The
following articles can be examined Ill his
Ware Rooms:
Sofas, Of various styles and patterns;
Sideboards, Secretaries, Wardrobes, Bu-
reaux, Of various patterns.
Cupboards, of different kinds;
Card, Center, Side, Breakfast, and Dining
Tables;
Wash Stands, Twist, Small and Large
Etagere, What-Notes, Music Stands, Sofa
Tables, Tea Tables, Oval and Serpentine
Tables, Chinese What-nots, Fancy Work
tables, RefreShment tables, Divans, and a
general assortment of Cottage Furniture on
hand and made to order.
0FVarnishing and repairing done on short
notice and on reasonable terms.
A handsome assortment of Gilt, Mahogany
and Walnut Looking Glass and Picture
frames, of every description, will be constant
Iy kept on hand and made to order.
80 Ready-made collins kept on hand
S.fg9@55Acand made to order and in the best
style, at short notice. A hearse will also be
furnished when desired.
Lumber and country produce of all kinds
taken IN exchange for Cabinet Ware, Give
us call before purchasing elsewhere. Re-
member the place is opposite R. Boys
store.
ISAAC II. LODER.
Stroudsburg, March "a, 1853.
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DIR. j. LANTX, DENTIST.

c., Has permanently located him
'TSSsE-sa self in Stroudsburg, and moved
Lj- his office next door to Dr. S
Walton, and nearly opposite S. Melck's Jew.
elry store, where he is fully prepared to treat
the natural teeth, and also to insert inccrrupt
ible artificial teeth on pivot and plate, in the
latest and most improved manner. Most per.
sons know the danger and folly Of trusting
their work to the ignorant as we'll as the
travelling dentist. 1t matters not how much
experience a person may have, he is liable tc
have some failures out of a number of cases.
and if the dentist lives at distance, it is fre.
quently put off until it is too late to save the
tooth or teeth as it may be, otherwise the in-
convenience and trouble of going so far
Hence the necessity of obtaining the services
Of q dentist near home. All work warranted.
April %, 1853,
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CHINA, GLASS & QUEENSWARED
WHOLESALE G. RETAIL.
No. 7S, Northampton Street,
lSA5pOMa !? a,

O. MOORE returns his thanks to the
~ citizens Of Easton, and the adjacent
country, for their liberal support during
the last fourteen years, and would inform
them that he still keeps pace with the
fashions and improvements of the age
His ASSORTMENT is large and of the
best quality-no seconds or ut5rds-which
he offers at the lowest possible living pri-
ces. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL,
for cash. ALSO on hand general as
sortment of Brittania and Stone Ware.
GIVE EREM A GAEL.
Easton March II lS53-lm,
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Gtron0sbnrQ Ata0cmp.

The next quarter will commence Monday
August Sth. All the branches Of a complete
English and Classical course are thoroughly
taught Terms for boys or girls-three dol
lars, payable Immediately at the end of the
quarter. LEWIS VAIL.
REFERENcEs:-All those who have had pu-
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June Both 1853
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What can be set for Eve DOlIars!! :!
June 9, 1853.

| W htsS Ns<sa ~ W ESA = DVkEfsA Q
The undersigned have entered into an ar
rangement by which they agree to furnish
the Knickerbocker Magazine, (monthIy,) the
the Home Journal, (weekly.) and the Musi-
cal World and Times, (weekly,) to new sub
scribers, at the very moderate price Of five
dollars year for the three publications all
ORDERS enclosing that amount to Dyer & Will
| lis, will be promptly attended to.
SAMUEL HUESTON
Publisher Of the Knickerbocker.
MORRIS & WILLIS,
Publishers of the Home Journal.
DYER & WILLIS,
| Publishers OF the Musical Word and Times,
257 Broadway, New York.
Grand Literary and Artistic C0mbiHatjOn.
Arrangements have been made to furnish
| the KNICKERBoCKER MAGAZINE, the HOME
JOURNAL, and the New YORK Musical
| WORLD AND TINES, to new subscribers, for
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the Musical World and Times, $50; making
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TO THE PUBLIC.

The subscriber would hereby inform the
public generally, that he has taken the store
room formerly occupied by George II. Miller,
opposite Jacob Knechts tavern, and that he
~. has lately purchased new LOT
NS@tdEeSg3of Goods which he will sell
Sz1txx9E1SS low for Cash or Country pro-
duce. JOHN A. FLAGLER.
Stroudsburg June 2, I653.--ti.
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pg The Bath, Me-, Mirror says that
the fields round about the said city are
drying up and suffering sadly for rain
aud that the crops will be stinted unles:
rain comes soon.
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I9- During the last twelve months, the
population of Hoboken has increased l )
800, and that of Jersey City about $500
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Proposals for Collecting Tax.

The Commissioners of Monroe county will
receive proposals up to the 24th day Of June
inst, for the collecting of the State and Coun.
ty Taxes in the different Townships, for the
present year.
NJ. SUPER,
NJ DREHER, Com '0rS
J. c. STRUNK,
June 9, 1853.
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OFFICE TO PROCURE
Soldiers EaEed Warrants.

By recent Act Of Congress u IS enacted
That each of the surviving, or the widow OF
minor children of deceased commissioned and
noncommissioned officers, musicians, or Pri
Yates, whether of regulars, volunteers, rang.
ers or militia, who performed military ser
vices in any regiment, company or detach-
ment i'm the service Of the United States, in
the war with Great Britain, declared by the
United States on the eighteenth day Of June
1912, or in any of the Indian wars since 1890
and each Of the commissioned officers who
was engaged in the military service of the
United States in the late war with Mexico,
and shall be entitled to lands as follows:
Those who engaged to serve twelve
months or during the war, and actually
served nine months, shall receive one hun
dred and sixty acres: and those who engaged
to serve six months and actually served four
months, shall receive eighty acres; and
those who engaged to serve for any or an
indefinite period, and actually served one
month, shall receive forty acres. Provided
that wherever any officer or soldier was
hon0rablv discharged in consequence OF dis
ability in the service, he shall receive the a
mount to which he would have been entitled
if he had served the full period for which he
pgqengaged TO serve.
Under the above act, and the acts OF Con
gress generally. the subscriber offers his ser
vices as agent to procure Land Warrants ioi
those entitled to receive them, as above spe
cited. He may be found at his Office IN
Stroudsburg. >. Z. BURN II |.
October 97 1880
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DIED.

In Price township, on the 24th inst,
Mr.. Daniel Price, aged about 35 years.
In Stroud township, on the 23d inst,
Emily, daughter of James and Frances
Hollinshead, aged about l3 years.
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Dissolution OF Partnership.

The Co-Partnership heretofore existing un-
der the firm of PALMER 81 PEARCE, in the
manufacture of Candles, has been dissolved
by mutual consent. The Books and Accounts
are IN the hands of John Palmer, to whom
all indebted are requsted to make payment.
PALMER & PEARCE.
Stroudsburg, June 10, 1858.
n. B. John Palmer & Son having purchas-
ed Pearce'S interest in the Stock, the busi-
ness will, as heretofore, be carried on at the
old stand, by John Palmer & Son, who ask a
continuation of public patronage.
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TO Mill Wrights 7!

Eight Mill Wrights wanted by the under
signed, TO commence work about the first of
July. FERDINAND DUTOT
SToudsbUrg, June I6, 1853.
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Notice TO Collectors.

The Commissioners will meet at their Of
fee on Wednesday, the tenth day of August
next, for the purpose of making the necessary
exonorations to those collectors who have not
settled their Duplicates in full. at which time
they are also required to make final settlement
Of their Duplicates, as no longer time will be
allowed them.
MELCHOIR DREHER,
JOHN c. STRUNK, Comr's.
MICHAEL SUPER,
June SOth. 1853
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1u0ian O1rcn Dotcl,

Elizabeth St, STROUDsBURG, PA.
Is9a4ssaa2 The undersigned respectfully in
bjaiiiI forms his friends and the public gener-
ll1LnIL ally, that he has taken the above hole!
known to the travelling community as 'Shlve-
ly's Old Stand, - and recently kept by Geo
SwartwoOd
The house is large, with ever convenience
for travellers and boarders.
The yards and stabIing are extensive, and
every thing in the very best order for the &C
comodation oftravellers and others.
The proprietor will use every effort TO have
his table, chambers, bar. and every depart
ment of his house conducted in such man
ner as to secure the appreciation of his cusIo'
merS.
The Stage Office for the Easton, Nj. Chunk
Wilkes Barre, White Haven and Providence
stages will hereafter be at the above Hotel
Persons wishing to go or send with The "a
boVe stages, will please leave their orders
at the Indian Queen Hotel.
These lines leave this Hotel every Mons
day, Wednesday, and Friday morning at
O'clock.
JOSEPH ]. POSTENS.