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The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-08-08

Franklin Pierce, acting Presi-
dent(D Of this great and chivalrous
Republic has avowed that. Captain
Hollins, Of the sl"op Of War Cycne,
had acted in strict conformity with his
instructions in bombarding and de-
stroying Greytown on San Juan BY
this act franklin Pierce has given
proof positive, to all the world and the
rest of mankind, that in himself. there
was one big fight, and fit and su ia
bic occasion offered to emblazon it
forth to an astoni>hed world, in order
ing the Obstruction of the habi'ations
of few defenceless women and chill.
drcn Of Greytown This was an ex-
hibition of prowessin General Franklin
Pierce, not equaled by the Hero who
whipped his wife. gougcd out the eyes
Of his puppy. jumped IN a stump
looked srouhd-and seeing no one to
dispute the point with him sworc
he was the best man(?) on that hill
ueui, ridi, pici. f.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

E The origin of the expression
"Buncombe speeches" is said to have
been as follows:-Some years since,
member of Congress from the county of
Buncombe, North Carolina, was in
dulging in long and very uninterest-
ing harangue in the House of Repre-
sentatiyes. Some attempted to cough
him down, others called him to order;
but it was Of no use-he was determin-
ed to have his say, let what would oc-
cur. At last the members began to
leave, and there was soon scarcely any
persons left except the reporters. At
this stage of the proceeding, member,
who had listened with wonderful per-
severance, suggested to him that he
would soon be entirely destitute Of
auditors; whereupon he very coolly OBJ
served that it was Of no consequence,
as he was speaking for Buncombe, not
other words, that his
speech was intended for the perusal of
his constituents, and not at all to in
iuence the action of his fellow members;
which is the case, by the way, with
Iarge majority Of the dry, prosy haran-
yues emensting from ''the city Of mag
nifcent distances"
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

S1N LEAVES ITS MARK.-Mr: Cough,
In lecture before the Young Mems
Christian Association of London, dis
ceursing upon the corrupting influences
of bad associates, alluded to the inevita
BILE penalty of mental suffering which
every transgressor incurs. "What you
learn from bad habits and in bad socie-
ty," said he, Hyou will never forget,
and it will be a lasting pang to you. l
tell you, in all sincerity, not as in the ex-
citement of speech, but as 1 would
confess, and have confessed before God,
I would give my right hand, tonight, if
l could forget that which Ihave learned
in evil society-if Icould tear from my
remembrance the scenes which have
witnessed, the transactions which have
taken place before me. You cannot
take away the effect of single impure
thought that has lodged and harbored
In the heart. You may pray against,
and, by Gods grace, conquer it; but it
will always be thorn in the flesh to
YOU, and will cause you bitterness and
anguish" -.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

whole fortune, with my hand, have bet
ter paid you than a miserable hire?'-
The lady spoke not in reply, and Sin
George also held scornful silence from
that moment until he landed in the
Thames. He was here put into the
hands of the sailors. and conducted to a
hotel, on giving his solemn promise that
he would not attempt to escape. Be
lieving all to be lost in any case, he was
glad to be relieved from the confinement
of Jail, though it might be but till his
creditors were warned of his capture.
It,was night when this landing in the
Thames took place. Sir George spent a
wretched night, moaning over that fate
which his conscience told him was not
unmerited. In the morning he drew up
an act, briefly giving up all to his credf-
tors. He had scarcely finished this
when visitor was announced. 1t was
his betrayer, the baroness.
'Wretched womanl what seek you%
said he sternly. Is not your task done?
l have now to do with others --r
with none but me- said the lady in a
low voice, and with timidity of man
ner most unlike her previous deport-
ment
What do you mean, madam asked
Sir George. ai 'l 3 80 ...'
4 am your sole creditor said the
lady; and she placed in his hands some
papers, which he at once saw TO be his
own redeemed bonds. He looked up in
amazement. You had cousin once,
Sir George said the lady, with her
eyes on the floor. 81.
1 had-Anne Fulton said Sir
George; we were playmates in child
hood
She went abroad, when mere child,
with her familyl' continued the lady.
She did, said the baronet; and. /
have heard, was married to very veal
thy planter in the island where they
settled. 1t panied me to hear it, for we
loved each other even when infants
She welded against her will, con-
tinued the lady; for she, too, remem-
Dered old days. She Is now widow.
A light had been gradually breaking
upon Sir Georges mind. He started
hastily forward, and took hold Of the
lady's hand almost throwing himself at
her feet.
You arc
4 am your cousin Anne, said the
lady. .1~ .
Itis needless to carry our tale beyond
the point when the imagination of the
reader can do all that remains to be
done. The lady had returned to Eng
land rich widow; had learned the
situation and embarrassments Of her
well-remembered cousin; had seen him
at Boulogne; had contriyed to oyerturn
at his door, and made his acquaintance.
She had only thought of the fishing
scheme through a spice of romance in
her temperament, and that she might
get him to England, where she might
have his debts paid. They welded,
and lived happily, like all lovers in
stories; and we wish all were as true as
the present one. r.-.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20
ANEW IDEA IN REGARD TO CUBA.-A
letter from Washington says:

a NEW IDEA IN REGARD TO CUBA.--A
letter from Washington says:
In the incidental debate which sprang
up this morning in the Senate on the
Nebraska bill, Mr.. Butler, of South
Carolina, hit upon one point outside of
the. immediate question, which is Of the
highest signifcation and Importance
He suggests the necessity of harmony
and cancellation between the two sec
tions of the Union because of the dan
gers to be apprehended from the present
alliance between France and England.
Let Russia be crushed in this war,
and what guaranty is there that the
present balance of power in the Gulf
of Mexico viii not be invaded? There
is none, The victorious French and
English fleets and armies from the Bal
tic, the Black Sea, and the Danube may
very easily be detailed to appropriate
between the two powers the sovereign
ty of all the West India Islands, and
perhaps the territories of Mexico and
Central America. The inducements
will be strong, and the present Anglo
French alliance covers the regulation of
the affairs of the Western as well as the
Eastern hemisphere.
Mr.. Butler has the sagacity to see the
drift of this Eastern question, as far as
this Western hemisphere is concerned;
and therefore, ere many months are over,
his views may be shared in by much
larger proportion of the Southern mem
bers of both houses than at present
Mr.. Butler has shaped out the general
idea, that it viii take root or die, as the
war in Europe may disclose the Interior
schemes of England and France in re-
gard to Cuba and the other West In
dies.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20
: cHIDE MILDLY THE ERRINGl


Chide mildly the erringI
- Kind language endears;
- Grief follows the sinful
Add not to their tears;
Avoid, with reproaches,
= Fresh pains 10 bestow;;
The heart that is sicken
p Needs never blow.
Chide mildly the erringl
~ Jeer not at their fall;
If strength were but human, E
no ' How weakly are we all.
9sl What marvel that footsteps 80.
Should wander astrsy, -'a
s1 When tempests so shadow
Life's wearisome way. s-al
Chide mildly the erring!
Entreat them with care,-E
Their natures are mortal,
They need not despair.
We all have some frailty,
We all are unwise;
The grace that redeems US
Must shine from the skies.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

A WONDERFUL MEMoRY-We are ac-
quainted with a young man, clerk in
this city, who once committed to memo
ry in single evening, whole page of
the New York Journal of Commerce,
and repeated the same with great exact
ness. In the company Of number of
literary young men, he defed any one
present to repeat line of poetry from
any standard work, the next line of
which he could not recite, and also give
the name of the author. Some hun
dreds of quotations were made, and in
each instance the right author was
named, and the connecting lines given,
The power of retention in this persons
memory was most remarkable, as the
above named facts abundantly prove.
-23rf Transcript.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

~ The neatest style of fashionable
pantaloons in New York is described as
"a light grey ground, with the castle OF
Heidleburg in dark blue, on one leg,
and Mount vesuvius vomiting forth FIRE
on the other"
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

~ A Frenchman, who knew very
little English got into difficulty with a
countryman, who insisted upon fighting
it out. The Frenchman agreed, but
wished to know what he should cry if
he found himself beaten. Being told
that all he would have to do would be to
cry out enough" they set to. The
Frenchman, however, forgot the word,
and finding his eyes were in danger OF
being forced from their sockets, he cried
out, as he had heard some of the by
ISLANDERS do, ''hurrah, hurrahl" To his
astenishment, the oountryman kept
pounding the harder This caused
Monsieur to go to work in such good
earnest, that it was not long before the
countryman cried out, in stentorian
voice, 'tenoughr' "Say it again. - said
the Frenchman. Enough, Enough"
cried he again. The Frenehman in turn
exclaimed, "Dat is de yer word l was
trying to say long time ago!''
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

~ One of our editorial neighbors
says the only reason why his dwelling
was not blown away on Saturday, was
because there was heavy mortgage on
it !-Al6ang Express. = -
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

TA person should not be expected
to take off his glove preparatory to
shaking hands with another, any more
than to take of his boot when about to
kick a man. 80 -.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

How TO TREAT YOUR Doors OR SHOES
WHEN PARTIALLY BURSED.-Onf one of
the coldest days of the present month,
l pulled off my boots and set them close
to the stove which was very hot. The
room was filled with smell as of some
thing burning. Turning around, / saw
my boots smoking at a great rate. 1
seized them and Immediately besmeared
them with soft soap, much of which,
owing to their highly heated condition,
quickly disappeared in the leather
When the boots became cold, the leather
was soft and pliable; and now, after
several days of subsequent wear, they
exhibit no marks of having been burned.
IS. G. W., Rochester, Jan, 1854.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

LAMARTrME.-The Paris correspond
ent of the Washington Sentinel, having
paid recent visit to Lamartime, gives
the following account of the pOet-states-
man:
81 spent part. of last evening with
Lamartime. He lives in a pretty but
humble residence; and we found him
surrounded by men of letters and dis
persons of liberal views from
every land. He is still a fine looking
man-his appearance and manner both
remind one of Henry Clay-frank, bold,
and fearless. We were happy to learn
that his estate which was deeply in
volved by the sacrifices he made for his
country. is now, by his own extraordi-
nary industry and perseverance, nearly
relieved from debt. Besides many other
literary occupations, he is engaged on
life of Washington, which viii be pub
lished within this year"
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20
- The Slate Snnarintandant

E~ The State Superintendent of
Common Schools in Louisiana recon-
mend that two out of every three of the
School Directors should know how to
read and write In one parish the war
rant Of the teacher on file, instead OF
the signatures contained the mark of
twelve different Directors.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20

IMPORTANT TO SHIP OwNERs.-Let-
ters received from England by our mer-
chants, says the New York Journal of
Commerce, state that orders have been
received in Liverpool from London, by
which all passenger vessels in the LIVER
pool trade are compelled to carry four
seamen to every hundred tons, so that
ship of say 1900 tons, has to take
sixty men, or number one-third larger
than can be of any possible service.
1t has produced much excitement in
New York, among the Liverpool ship
ping merchants, who feel that the sub
ject should Immediately receive the at
tention of our Government. The OBJ
ject of an order so obnoxious cannot
even be conjectured, especially during
the present scarcity of seamen, occa-
stoned by the Eastern war, in conjunc-
ton with other causes As a speci-
men of the effect of this law, it may be
mentioned that the Lady Franklin, Of
New York, which ordinarily carries
twenty-eight men, will now have to
take about sixty, and the Ashburton,
which went out with twenty-five men,
viii have to increase the number, on
her return trip, to forty men. The fol-
lowing is one of several letters received
from correspondents abroad:
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20
LIVERPOOL, March %

Cornelius Grinneu, An order
has come down from the Emigration
Commissioners in London that no pas
senger ship shall have clearance unless
she has on board a crew of four men to
every 100 tons register, and an AZ
muth compass { which we and others
consider to be contrary to the require
ments of the passenger act, as well as
ordering third anchor and chain. =
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-04-20
You love me!

Yes; well you know itl' answered
Sir George. Since you are an adven-
turess, cruel woman, would not my
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25

ea. Who knows what this line is for ,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25
AGENTS FOR THE REGISTER.

V.B. PALMER, the American Newspaper Agent,
is the only G;.iIO,:ed agent for this paper, inthe
cities of Boston and New York, and is duly
empowered TO take advertisements and subscrip-
toEs at the rates as required by us. His re-
ceipts viii be regarded as payments. His OH
ces are-BosiOn, Scollay's Building; .NsU f0rE,
Tribune Buildings.
c. PlERcE, sc South Third Street, LAY &
BRorHER. 81 South Fourth Street are the only
authorized agents in Philadelphia for this pa
per- Their receipts will be recognized by Us:
WM. H. PEAKE, Sun Iron Buildings, and WM-
Thompson, No. 6, Carroll Hall, are the only
authorized Agents in the city of Baltimore, for
advertisements and subscriptions TO this paper.
Their receipts therefor will be good.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25
TERMS OF THE REGISTER.

The SHEPHERDsTowN REGISTER" is pub
lished weekly at - a year, to be paid in advance
or within the expiration Of three months. Sin
gle copies g. cents. -
ADyERrrsEmENrs of one square or less, 50
cents for the first insertion and % cents for each
insertion therearter-larger ones in the same
proportion. Advertisements not marked Tor any
specified time are continued illforbid and chars-
ed accordingly. A deduction made to those WHO
advertise by the year. I'D do
spatch, and on reasonable terms. r,;.,. nm
on LyfS %Sch there GS is poase they contain
Office nearly opposite Joseph hntIer 5 Llo.e..
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25

WELL AND MOLLY DOSE - 4 temperance
TIiumBhant.-The Maine Law candidate
for Mayor in Chieago, ILL.,, Mr.. Milligan,
has been elected by 1887 majority. This
is a fair commencement Of the campaign
and al the next Stale election the oPposer:
Of temperance in the Sucker STATE, as IL
Maryland, will be no Uhere.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25
G303GB POET. :. z z,
THE OLD MAIDS soL1LooUY

Here all alone, from night to night,
lsit, and gaze into the fire,
Wonde ring what more than | have got
Any sane woman candesire.
No children here disturb my peace,
Or husband cross, does grieye me,
I've everything that heart can wish,
And joys complete surround me.
No little brats disturb my rest,
| arise each morn at pleasure;
The old maids one that's truly blest
Her joys too great to measure.
A pretty cot in some quiet spot,
With natures beauties round me,
To me would be the happiest lot
That fell 10 woman ever.
Still voice seems to me saying,
Something's wanting, yet swan
0! now think cold weather's coming
And | should really like a man.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25
&APRLAG HlTEL .

CharIcstown, jefferson County, Va.
THIS large and very commodiOus THREE
| STORY BRICK HOTEL, situated in
the centre and business part of the town,
is now among the most attractive and de-
sirable resting places in the great Valley
of Virginia.
The luxureS Of the TABLE of this es-
Enlistment, are surpassed by none, and
the BAR is at all times supplied with a
choice selection Of superior Wines and
Liquors.
Several large Parlors and airy Cham
bers have been added since last year.
A Splendid YelIow-Mounted Coach at
tends the Charlestown Depot, upon the
arrival of the Cars, which will convey
visitors to the Hotel, free of charge. Per-
sons wishing to be conveyed to other
parts of the town, will pay reasonable
compensation.
Saddle and Harness Horses, Carriages,
Buggies, and careful Drivers always rea-
DIV for the accommodation Of visitors.
GEO. w. SAPPlNGTON,
Proprietor.
November 26, 1853. 1-ly
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25

T,s bern used quile exclusively IN INe sVaOI1S
'F adams * Cos great Southern, Eastern
=, ,Iyrsern y Expresses for curing Galds, ,Chaies,
SS,,bcs S.r Sprains and Bruises, and it has proved
~, cgrc,ual. We have no hesitation in re-
rCmmending it as a valuable preparation, to be
uscd externally on man or beast.
J DUNNING,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25

&G7That notorious scoundrel Theodore
DeonOmy, who committed rape upon a
little girl only ii years old, in Albany, n.
Y, last week, having been admitted 10
bail, and he not appearing, his recogni,
zance was forfeited. We learn that he
has fled from the city. The amount oI
his bail was $1,000, which is to be imme-
dately prosecuted.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25

HAGE STOWN
COACH MANUFACTORY.
THE undersigned would respectfully an.
nounce to his friends and the public
generally, that he is still carrying on the
oD z Coach Making and Smithing
.62I1>lJ BUSIN ESS,
in all lis various branches, at the corner OF
South Potomac and Baltimore Streets,
Hagerstown. He has had much expert
ence in the business, having long been
member Of the firm of Crissinger and
Beatty, and thinks that he cannot fail to
give general satisfaction 10 those who may
favor him with their patronage. He will
manufacture all kinds of Vehicles as neat
ly and substantial as they are manulactu-
red elsewhere, and al very moderate prices.
Thankful for past iavors, the underslgn'
ed would solicita share of public patron
age. JACOB G. |. BEATTY.
Hcgerstown, Nov. 26, 1853. l-6m
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25
WATCHES,
6cl6 an0 eiIurr 1l)arr.
~ sp.2 cntpsa.g - .cl.c. O 20
Wholesale Watch and JeWeIry House,
=, 8, 2G3I'Gl:.ss.@ Z @ Co,

Wholesale Watch and Jewelry House,
No. 227 Baltimore ST., S. E. cor. of Charles st.
I IMPORTERS Of English and Swiss
L Watches and Tools of every descrip-
ton, Watch Case Makers and Manulaclu-
rers of Fine Gold Jewelrv. We call the al
tentiOn fSouthern and Western dealers in
Watches, Jewelry & Silver Ware,
to our very extensive stock, assuring them
that in no article in our line shall we allow
any establishment to sUrpass us, either in
quantity, quality or low prices. We are
the only Wholesale House in this branch
of trade in Baltimore, and shall use every
fair means to induce Southern and West
ern merchants to open accounts with US.
Our terms shall be as liberal and accom-
modating as can possibly be found in the
United States.
We will take great pleasure in show
ing our goods to Southern and Western
merchants, whether they open accounts
with us or not.
l.. II. MILLER & CO.,
Importers of Watches, Baltimore.
November 26, 1853. lily
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1854-03-25

PosT OFFICE YARN.-A letter was put
into the box, the appearance of which de-
noted that the writer was unaecustomed
to the use of stamps, and had failed to
make one stick al all. He tried, and vain
Is tried; but the inveterate portrait OF
Washington would curl up. At last in
despair he pinned it TO the envelope, and
wrote under it-"paid; provided The pin
doesn't come out"
O. Who knows what this line is for 2
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-06-29

AN INTERESTING INCIDENT. few days
since, Joel Wright, of Conway, discovered
nest of flying squirrels which he secured for
the amusement Of his children, but on de-
scending from the tree, the old one made her
appearance, and in the temerity of her mater
nal affection, she jumped upon his hat, crawled
down to his hand, seized one of her young
ones and attempted to take it away. Mr.. r.
resisted her claim but moment, when sym
pathy for the agonized dam made successful
appeal, and she was permitted to gather into
her furry folds a little one whieh3she soon
deposited in new home, returning again and
again till she had taken them all from the
hands Of their captor.- Springfield Rep.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-06-29

Lucky MIsfAKE.--A lucky mistake was
that of few years since, when two geRtle-i
men of Alabama had a newspaper quarrel,
which became SO personal that one of them,
Mr.. A., wrote to the other, Mr.. B., that he
would be in Columbus on aeertain day, and
would expect to meet b. there. Mr.. b. re-
Piled that he would be on hand. When the
Mississippi, and the challenger in Columbus.
Georgia This wide mistake was SO ridicu-
lous that their friends interposed, and the mat
ter, was hushed up.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-06-29

MEETINe IN CoNcoRD.--At an adjourned
meeting OF the citizens Of Concord, irrespective
Of party, held on Friday evening, committee,
consisting Of Samuel Hoar, c. G. Hazewell.
N. G. Fay, Daniel Shattuck, Simon Brown,
and Ralph Waldo Emerson. was chosen. to
correspond with individuals IN various parts
of the State, and invite them to meet at an
early day, in Boston, for the purpose Of max
ing arrangements for meeting Of delegates
from every town IN the Commonwealth, to de-
eide what measures shall be adopted to arrest
the alarming inroads Of the slave power.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-06-29
SIN time of Peace, prepare for WAR"

Just received, and have constantly on hand
COLTS REyoLyERs Of different sizes.
ALLEN & THURBER's,
CHICOPEE- Primers.
WINDSOR Revolving Hammers.
FRENCH PIsr0LS-aring twenty times in minute.
BRUCEs D0UBLE-BARREL PISTOL.
sINGLE-BARREL PIsT0Ls-of different kinds
liberal discount made when company wants dozen
Of them.
DOUBLE s. SINGLE-BARREL GUNS.
An Pistols warranted to keep the Greeks and Kid
nappers-when well uscd--at proper distance.
1876, Union Hook, Worcester.
je19 d3m l.. ID. GODDARD.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-06-29
THE WORCESTER SPY.


c rrlntoa ana Published by JoHN MILTON EARLE, g.
THOMAS DREW, at No 2l2 Main Street, Worcester Mass