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The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-09-28
A Complete System Of Garment C~tiing!
FOR ONE DOLLAR.

Entered according Act of congress in the year 1852
by Thomas Fl. Whitmore. in The clerks Office of the
district ofhe United States for the district of
Ohio.)
FBNHE SCIENCE Of garment cutting reduced
Ill to system of easy practice, BY Thomas H.
WhItmore. inventor of the geometca breast measure
scales for drafting garments by which any person of
dnnrv capacity learn in few hours, TO draft and
any kind of gentlemens garments by carefully I'D
herring the rules land down in the books of nstruc
tons and diagrams. which book contains large
engavngs "a by 03 inces) Of the diagrams of the
rious parts of q garment fully deineaied including
dress and rock coats sack and pantaoons.
vests and circulur cloaks &C., also full Of geo.
metrea scales Of the various sizes OF the breast meas
ure from I TO Al inches inclusive, with full directions
how to correctly the whole is plain and easy
comprehend that in fact selinsructor in the
of cuIting garments.
For sale by, THOMAS II. WHITMORE,
l237-3m Practical Tailor,
Deerfeld, Portage Co., o.
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FETERsoN's MAGAzINE.-1'hs periodical fully
Sustains its well earned reputation, as the best
ano cheapest work of the kind in the country
ne october number alone is richly worth the
price OF years subscription. Terms $500 per
annum' Chas.J. Peterson Publisher, PhiIade
phn.
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II Can't parents put their children to a better
use than to allow them to in the streets 10 pa
per caps, with faces stained with coke berries arm
ed with lath war clubs, and yelling q Ia Caman-
chez TRY and eee
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R r A ID II II T S

a Ii. persons having notes book accounts with
"A ii Boslwicf & will please cali AMI settle he
fore the first of November of collection. We
wish settle with every before going Ravenna
where are in hopes of ioc stng in The fall
N. B. We intend to commence business upon the
only correct Priepe; No trGst but goods sold cheap
for cash and produce.
Campbellsport, Sept. 5th, 1858.
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Dyes. Bank Mirror

Dyers' Bank Mirror, is periodical of good size
and handsome Typographical execution. Its criIi
cisms and descriptions are copious and accura te
and reliable, and invaluable to all business men,
John S. Dyer Pub. Gin, Terms $500 semi
monthly $I,5O monthly.
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We were grati6ed to meet our friend Rev. H.
D. L. WEBSTER in town last week. Mr.. w. is
young of fine abilities and PROMISE, and by
his courteous manners wins hosts of friends. He
now resides in Warren, Mass.
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NE W BIO OK S.

UNCLE TONS CABIN-Paper and cloth binding.
GIDDISGs SPEECHES, a new and beautiful Vol
ume with Portrait just published.
PuLrE's PuYsIcIAN-Latest edition with val
liable Improvements.
SHADY SIDE-or scenes in the life of a Country
Pastor, a very attractive and popular Book.
KEY TO UNCLE TOMS CABIN-Bound in cloth
and in paper covers. Uncle TOMS Cabin and Key
bound in volume.
Pocket Maps of Western States U. S. States
and of Ohio.
New Books constantly arriving. Call and ex-
anime them at HALLS Book STORE.
Nav II. S53.
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EDRlNTS---Ten cases Of those 8 penny
u prints, good as usually sold at 0 cents-
Calico, Merilnac and other styles cheap at
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Ravenna, Sept. 26th 1853.
NOTICE..

RE wife Mary having left my bed and board without
Iva any just provocation this is 10 forbid all persons
harboriug trusting her my account will pay no
debts of her contracting after this date.
ADAM SIEGFILD.
Randolph, Sept. 25. 1853. l2383w"
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GoDEY.-The October number is not quite as
interesting as the average of Cooley. Cooley has a
reputation established anc he sustains it very well
better than most Of his competitors. An article
entitled "Artesian Wells, is quite interesting ard
philosophical. "Dpl ar on the Conscience" by
T. S. Arthur, is one of Arhurs best, and contains
deal more truth than poetry, Fashions, Love
Stories &c. make out the table Of contents. LA.
Cooley Pub Phia'd So 90 per annum.
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STOCK FOWLS.

ESOX & WILLIAMSON offer for sale few pairs of
Il EARLY CHICKS of the Buff, Red and Black
Shanghai which they think second to none in the
country in point of weight and beauty of plumage All
those who desrous of securing good stock BIRDS are
requested to call and examine stock as it OF great
importance to all who engaged securing stock of
any kind to be and get good stock fer such will pay
the best as the experience of all goes to show
We would also add that these fowls will only be sold
condition that they shall not be exhibited competitors
for premiums either the State County Fairs during
the present year.
Rnvenna, July aGth, 1858. 1230-3m
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NEW FALL
AND
WINTER GOODS

NEW FALL
WINTER GOODS
~ GREENFiELUtR. has just received the
u argesi splendid stock of the best and latest
style Fall and Winter Goods brought to this
ton of the country which for STYLE finish and durability
cannot be surpassed Ny stock of coats consists of
the following kinds: pilot beaver mohar nigerhead pc
tershan blanket, felt broad cloth, and satnet
Also endless variety oc dress sack and box coats
pants vests and boys clothing of every KIND quality and
color.
Furnishing Goods,
From the finest white linen to the cheapest hickory shirts
wrappers drawers socks gloves cravats stocks neck ties
suspenders handkerchefs shirts collars trunks valses
carpet bags umbrellas india Rubbers coasegns ETC. etc.
Come one, come all and give call,
AndI will try to suit you ALL
C. GREENFIELDER.
Rayenna Sent 2Gth 1853
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OuTsDE.-Afull and luoii syuopsis of the
Blaine Lave also the list Of premiums awarded OF
the w. R. Poultry Exhibition will be found on the
outside Of days paper, with miscellaneous read
ing Of no little interest.
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The Sick are Invited to Cali.

Absence for few weeks from the State delays the
above appointments after which they will again be at:
tended at the usual periods.
Coop CHEER FOR DYsrEPTIcs Shultick, Of
Hampden township, Geauga county. first atked
by pain in tho stomach followed by changeabe appetite
indigestion acdiry, tenderness and weakness gone
ness nt the pit of the stomach coldness of
pain through the chest back and shoulders, heayhess
and fnliness of the head with great debility for nearly
years had strength enough to sit up during the
entire day. Four different physicians had persevefng-
porary relief With little strength and less hope of suc-
cess the patient commenced the of nalytical REM
edies which were continued until complete cure
edecfed For the last six months has taken medi-
cine, and says her stomach never in better con-
fit.on than now.
Cost of treatment S7,f5.
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p@unIplho9G Haae3pGGonp0s
THE best and largest assortment of Pamphlet
Literature, entertaining and uno xceptionable tone
Arthur, Nrsl Grey, Miss Pickering. Mrs. Gore, Mrs.
Mowat Charles Lever and other distinguished writer's
yer offered in this market, may be found at
Oct 27. HALL's Book SToRE.
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uRAHAh FOR OCTOBER, with its beautifully en-
bellished "Peusi,e Thought" is before ma. su-
perb table of contents greets our eyes. Graham is
trump.
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NOTICE.

FEHHE co-partnership heretofore ssi ling be.
a tween tie subscribers, under the firm of Kent,
Grene D. CO.. is this day Dissolved by mutuul consent.
Mr. II. w Grenell having disposed and transferred
his entire interest in the the remaining part
ners who are duly authorized settle the affairs OF the
said firm. MARVIN KENT,
HENRY w. GRENELL,
CHARLES X. KENT,
GEORGE w. WELLS.
franklin Sent 9Th 1854 1878
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Butder NSanacd.

ENHE subscriber will pay the highest price in cash. for
4 all good butter delivered at the Ware House the
Canal. ALBERT AUSTIN.
Rayenna, Sent. 90 1853 1888
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I'HE ..CRYSTAL PALACEr

IS full of and beautiful goods and is the store
of C.&J. c. Prentiss Just received, fresh and ne
and enough for 'a the world and the of Portage
county. We lake pleasure in saying to customers
friends that have just received of the largest
stocks of Fall and Winter Goods ever brought to this
county, They selected with and will he sold
as low MS they he bought the Western Reserve
excepting the great Store of Shatersue the For
est City, Come one, come all and judge for your
selves. Z. & J. e. PRENTISS.
Septemher 2Oih 1853
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$4,000 POUNDS BUTTER WANTEDt
FOR which we wifi pay eighteen cents per
II pound in goods at the Eeroest cash price.
c. & j. c. PRENTISS.
RaYenna Sept. 2sth 1873
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New PGu,,etS.

~ RS. COLLINS, hns just received her
w stock of Egii and Winter Bonnels, which she
offers very low consisting of silk, satin, straw &c
W Those wishing to purchase will do we'll 10 call
soon.
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HEIGHT OF PoLIrENEss.-To tell man he
the big gest liar in the world.
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n Rev. Mr.. Jones, of Ravenna, speaks in be-
half of the Maine Law, at Brimfeld. to night.
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NtA1lG9Oo

At the Freedom House, in Drakesburgh,o on the
21st inst. by o. L. Drake, ESQ.,. Mr. JACOB P.
EARL, of Windham, to Miss Mary JANE HART.
of Nelson.
In Windham on the evening nf the 18th inst.
by Rev. D. Bemiss, Mr.. HIBBoN II. CASE and
Miss LAMIRA A. CDALL.
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Temperance Meeting at RuOfsfown.
There will be a Temperance meeting at Roots
town. on Sabbath. Oct. 2. at j o'clock, P. NJ.
Rev. Mr. JONES, of Ravenua, and others will
speak.
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BLACKSMI1,HLNG.

TIHe subscriber is iscarryng on the Blacksmith
ing business in the Shop lately occupied by Fredrick
horseshoeing ironing wagons buggies, carriages, &c
making and repairing edge tools Al work done prompt
y for Ready Pay, and warranted to be done in work
1nanike manner. MARCUS KING.
Ravenna Sept. 26, 1853. 1239-3m
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New Arrival
OF
ROOTS AND SHOES

BOOTS AND SHOES.
fENIIE subscribers have just received and fresh
Il stock of Eastern made boots and Shoes which with
their large assortment of home made, warranted work
of all kinds, enables them offer superior inducements
purchasers give them call before purchasing else
where, they believe the quality and prices of their
stock will such wish purchase good article of
boots and shoes for the least money.
general supply of The first quality of
SOLE AND UPPER LEATHER,
French and home calf skins moroccos. Innings lasts
findings &c will be kept constantly hand and sold
nt u small advance on cost for ready pay.
w A NTED.
or good Journeymen Boot Makers.
o Cash paid fot beef hides. B.. -
GIILLS & DURHAM.
Ravenna, Sept 81, 1853.
I'D UBBER OVERSIOES.-A lew cases of
u a mems and vomcn's metallic rubber overshoes.
ust rec'd and for sale at
GIIIIs e. DURHAM's
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~ Rev. G. Brown. of Deerfeld. will preach
in Rootstown next Sabbath.
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SATANIC LICENSE.
1t will be l2mo volume of about 800 pages
bound in cloth. 1t is written with great power
and beauty. and depicts rs with letters Of fire,
The dreadful evils which follow in the train of
disliing, vending, and selling ardent spirits;
and the absolute necessity of prohibtory laws
10 prevent its sale and use, The contents Of
this thrilling work. which is destined to cause
commoion in :he world. are as follows:
CHAPTER l.-Usuges of Society-Efecls.
Ii.-Shockiug results.
lll.-Eutering the Vortex.
IV.-The Villa.
V.-The Lowry Cot.
Vl-The Board oil Excises.
Ni!.-The Satanic License Horrible
Dream.
VllI.-The Temperance Meeting.
lX.-The Change.
X-Resuming the Work Of Death.
XI.-Tbe Petition.
XlI.-The issue.
XilI-Ths Experience Meeting
XIV V--ViIlainy Detected.
XIV A Pocket Argument.
XVI.-Force of Public Sentiment
XVIlI.--Legirimate Fruits.
XIX.--The Closing Scene.
We bespeak the cooperation of Temperance
organizations and individual, friends of Tenn
perunc, in vigorous circulation Of this work.
Place copy in every family IN the land. and
dramseling will soon cease.
JEwETT, PRocToR & WoRTHINoToN.
1885 4w Cleveland. Ohio.
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"A new store in Cleveland has introduced
female clerks behind its counters.
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H. HALE.

IOKIN H. HAAA'
A be,u,;rul Portrai, of the candidate OF the
Free Soil Party for only 25 cents from I'D Dagnerre
which the Hon gs9Fa Frss ~sSI SaTs
Oh nl Of this magnificent engraving to adorn the walls of
copy PSr v We have put the price Tow, that ALL both
high and low, rich and poor can have copy
7r snenk the Publishers in introducing this Portrait
O the notice of the Public. -. c,o-,
For sale at HALL . DUN 9AoN''
Rnyenna Nov. 16 1882
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" nnted Immcdiately.

first rnte boot makers (none else
IL need apply will find sendy employment Mt
ARTHUR BOUCHE'S.
Ravcnna, August Goth, 1883. 1855 3w
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AUlI UST APPOINTMENTS.
1855.
DR.. III. Tubbs, :
ANALYTICAL Physician:

WILL be in attendance his rooms as follows AZ
RAvEhNA-E'rentiss House w Wednesday afternoon and
Thursday 18Th and Doth October
AKRoN-Co6b's Exchange, Tuesday 18th Oet.4, =,
CLEvELAND-American HOUSE, Wednesday and Thurs.
day, and 9th Sept. :. u.
Those afflicted with diseases of the Liver Lungs, Kid
ofbreah difficulty of breathing Dyspepsa, Drop
sy, Weakness or Nervous Debility, Resessness Lost
oAppetite Constipation, Derangements ofthe Stomach,
Bilious affections Gravel Swelling, Cancer Scrofula.
Ulcers Impurities of the Blood of any chronic bf
long standing diseases, areinyted to call No charge
for consultation.
DIR. T. never bleeds nor blisers, nor is he Homeo.
pathst; he never Mercury, Antimony, Arsenic OF
any other mineral as medical agents. he FhoHp-
ory of disease differs from all others that have been
adopted, but not thandoes his system of treats
ment! He does not make sick to make Tell nor tear
down to build up again aay Irritation by patching
up with anodYnes.
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3 EE D

In Charlestnwn. the 9th inst, FREEMA
DAMON, aged A years.
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PUMPS.

1r1HAIN pumps with all the 61ings. Also cast iron
u pumps with revolving tors and lead PIPE sstNchea
&c, for sale ar NGsStNA
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New Advertisements.
H L. Day-Dress Goods. Silks DO.
c. q J. G. Prentiss-Buiter Wanted.
Marcus King -Blacksmfhing.
G. Greenfelder-Nsw Fall aud Winter Goods.
:. Mrs. Collins-New Donnetts.
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Local and Miscellaneous Department.
New Advertisements.

MALsEY n. W. HALL. Local Ealror.
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gHVRUNKS VALlSES & CARPET BAGS.
d large supply just received at the Eagle cloth
ing Store and for sale cheaper than be else
where in the county call and see them.
CHA'S. GREENFIELDER.
April 90, 1853
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LIVER coMPIArNg

Ja,nce Dyspepsia, Chrcic Nervous Debility diseases
of the Kidneys and all diseases arising from disorder
ed Lrer stomach sh Constipation Itf5Drd Piss.
Flneis cfbiood to the Head, Acidity of the Stomach.
Nausea HEARTBURN, Disgust for Food, Falieeesa eT
Weight IN the Stomach. Eructatious, sinking ne
Fltierng the pit Of the stomach saptnaing of tai
Head, Hurried and D:6fcuh Breathngs aF2uffersng
the Heart, Chok.g or sfocatng se'asatsens 'Che1' n
the sight, Ferer and dull Pain IN te Head. Deficiency Of
Prrspiration YeoOness of the skin and Eyes, Ppm
the side, Back Chest, Limbs &c. sudden flashes hsas.
Burning in the Flesh. Constant giqing of euil and
great depression of spirits, can be cured BY
DF, E0Offandss * a..
CELEBR.4TED GER.M.s:N BITTERS;
PREPARED BY
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Il of Dress Goods of every description, adapted
to the fall and winter trade, just opening at
Sert. 90, 1858. C. & j. C. PRENrIss'.
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STABLERs Good Medicines are popular with all who
know of them See their advertisement in another COL
unn Their CHERRY ExPEcToRAsT is admirable for
coughs, &c.. and their Diarrha Cordial is the best
re mety for diseases of the bowels now extant.
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FINDER SLEEVES & CHEMlZET res.
q Flowing under sleeves new patterns chemizetts,
muslin collars, and bands, fine assortment, at
NAV o. II. l.. DAYS.
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EBuYS BOOTS 10 cases of Boys and
- Youths coarse and fine boots fine article at
GILLIs IL DURHAM's.
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EUST received beautiful assortment of Ginghams,fro
- 10 cents up. Call and see them.
Sept 20, 1853. C. & ]. G. PRENT1SS.
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EeOmnefQs! EsOMIleaGs!

n AIDES if yGu want new spring bonnett OF any
- quality Silk, Grape, French Lace, Straw or any.
thing else call at Horrs and y"u will find apile of
lining and flowers MATCH selling fast and
cheap.
Nav 1859
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nRESS GOODS.@All wool DeLaines.
q y Coburgs, I,ycsure cloths, poplins, and other
styles. just received and selling cheap at
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He will also give concert tonight.

AFFRAY.--A few nights since in franklin in
this eounty. a quarrel arose among lot of fell
lows engaged in gambling. One of the number
by name of Beach, of Brinfeld. accused the 9th
ers of stealing his money. They separated.-
Beach was wsyIad, and knocked down and badly
beaten with clubs, near the bridge. At first was
thought he was fatally wounded--but he will recov
er. Luther Hall has been arrested as of the
assaants. the others fled and have not yet been
rested. As usual, liquor helped along the fracas.
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Winter Is Coming!

ND in view of the fact the subscribers receiving
- the biggest lot of sbawls brought town. Bay
State, Cashmeres, Brochas [some handsome patterns
Water Vletes &C., &C., all selling as low ever at
Sept. goth, 1858. C. g. J. C. PRENTISS'.
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Public Examination,

The Board of School Examiners, will hold their first
fall session at Ravenna, Friday September 3Oih COM
mencng at 10 A. NJ In accordance with limitations
already given, The Board intend make this far more
thorough t.nn any previous examination.
1238-2w A. NJ. PRATT. Clerk
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L,terarv Exhibifion.

Mr.. BRADBURY's Musical Convention is now in
progress in this village. The attendance is quite
large. The Convention SO far seems to give great
snti- faction and will cloae with couceri to-
row night.
He will also give concert to o-nieht.
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q s'osT'tOn Party.
There will be ball in Edinburgh at the House of
Stow, Wednesday evening" October 5th that being th
last day of the Fair. gave out word it would be th
2Gh of September understood that that the las
day of the Fair
as- Young men, please circulate, and withou
tickets, this time. E. STOW, Proprietor.
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Gtis now well xnsxn that il is the intention Of the
Navy Committee OF both branches OF he na,lona, legs.
lature report unanimous approval OF Secretary Doh
bins recommendation TO increase the navy by the mne-
date building OF six steam ifigates. THIS early and ell
hcient co.oparaon the part Of the Senate and House
Of Representatives viii carried into pracuca elect,
place the navy oi The U0i,ei States on fooung
with tAe position il should among the maritime
nations, while Ell the time, will not burden the
county with the expense Of maintaining naval esab-
lishment not called Tor by the circumstances Of the nss
AT tbe present moment the commercial marine OF the Unit
ted States IL widely extended The boundaries OF the
civilized world Not sea but ~ poughed by the keels
Of American vessels-noi ocean Or bay that is not
whened BY the glitter OF our sails All ns, while il
adds TO The commercial standing OF the naoo and aug
ments ,s wealth ani ihat OF is citizens, aso imposes
upon the general government the Necessity Of being all
times in state defend this interest II atscke I'd OF
sailed by foreign power Should general European
from The difficulty between Turkey and Rus.
ala and letters OF marque be issued, what would be the
eosaition OF our commercial ii the naval force be
not augmented DeploTable indeed. In quarters not
single national vessel /. TO be seen while other wide
rpanses OF the ocean, the usual track of merchant
men, are guarded by fleet meagre 10 be totally
worthless
In speaking on lha sabjeet, the New York Herald
says,
"h Il well known 10 every officer In the navy who has
ships Of other is inconuoyeuble
dspuiabe TACT, known all who possess any information
gayai ssifs,hs, with the exception, perhaps OF one
ffsgate FIVE six soops constructed within lev years,
snd three Of our siseen seageis the ait Of COR navy
Will bear comparison with the modern ships Qi foreign
There has been very little progress made IN the
i'm proyement OF The sailing qualines Of ships-o war In
sny country for the last forty hn, Whatever n-
has been made the U1led States government
cannot boast much In that respect which ~ the more
nstsble she has ontspped the world IN the speed OF
bsr CON mere iei marine
Speed is lar more essen,isl in sailing man-oi-wat
than merchant vessel u s Obvious ihst either IN Ry'
ing chase reresng from superior iofcff spio sa
ing of the highest importance Sven as convoy OF
cruiser slow craft cannot be employed without detfnen
public service Should this country be again called
maintain her rights the nigh seas her snips wiz
undoubtedly be compelled cope with the best OF the n-
proved models Of the present day end unless We Keep
psoe with ohes powet shan be taken at great disad
bantaae.
= Now az 70 the aFmamen, Of our war steamers what
are facts The Pfnason has four eightTinch Parhan
Rpns aud tbrytwo pousders. al OF re5ucsd weisn
and no long The pivot guns OF the
and Susqaehanna like their broadsde guns
ishinch abe bot nearly double the weight and ley
may pretty well vessels OF Their size. Supposul