Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1854-08-17

NWes fe again az OUT posi-, anu, aithousn
not in possession Of that general good health
which we usually enjoy have no reason to
complain. The pleasures Of a visit to eyed
and dear Parents. Brothers and Sisters, the
place Of our birth, old friends and all the fa-
scenes Of youth, were greatly lesseued
by the circumstances un Ter which we left
eur adopted home, and the friends Of maturer
years. We have great cause for thankfulness
to the Dispenser Of all good gifts, thatthe de-
stroying Angels hand was stayed so soon, and
while we mourn with HEARTFELT sorrow The
demise of those who were stricken down by
the destroyer, we rejoice that the general good
health of our own and vicinity prevails, and
that our citizens have assumed their usual
cheerful appearance. Although, in our Opin,
ion, becsuse of the suspension, business has
been retarded at least some weeks, yet we ap-
prehend no evil consequences, il all are dis
posed to edo into his neighbor as he would
have his nsighbor do unto him under similar
circumstances"
The trip to Carlisle was as peasant as
could be desired over an excellent thorough
fare, namely, the Little Miami Rsilroad and
its connections. To speak Of the superior or
der in which this road is kept by the ability
Of its superintendent and efficiency of its
Board Of Directors, is only to re-iterate what
is common intelligence throughout the coun-
try. To praise the gentlemanly Conductors,
OsGooD, CUSHING and their compeers, is only
to repeat the verdict of thousands who daily
whirl over lis iron track, and award 10 these
gentlemen that which they richly merit, by
their kind attention and accommodating dis
position. The Ohio and Pennsylvania Rail
road is remarkable FOR its smoothness, consid-
ering the short time it has been in use; the
time made upon il is astonishing-ihe Express
Trains making often, sirty miles an hour
Conductors WILLIAMS and LEAvITT have no su-
~periors, and secure the esteem of all who
take passage upon their trains, because Of
their mildness, kindress and disposition to
accommodate. Sometimes Conductors forget
that Passengers have rights as well as Railroad
Companies, and because of their authority,
are disposed 10 be overbearing. We would
rather praise al all times, it is more in accord
ance with our feelings, but when men in pub
lie stations throw themselves open 10 c%ensure,
we fear not 10 speak out the truth, "though
the heavens should fall;' ard in this connec-
ton, would just remark, that, although the
conduct of Conductor SMITH, on the Ohio and
PennSyly ania Railroad, in compelling passen-
gers to crowd into a single car, tro 10 every
seat, upon a n melting night, with at least too
empty cars in the train, may be in accordance
with his ideas OF accommodation yet it does
moi suit travellers, and will not often be endur-
ed, particularly, as the order is enforced in nc
very persuasive manner, considering the time
and circumstances. The Superintendent OIL
this Road, S. w. RoDERTs, Esq, is one Of the
most efficient and scientific in the country,
and his waichfnl care and ability is evidenc-
eddy the superior order in which the road i
kept and all its arrangements carried into ope
ration. In the employment Of this latter road
is a gentleman located at the Depot in ALE
eheny City, named D. N. COURTNEY, who, b
his kindness won for himself our lasting graf
itrde, and will ever be remembered with emo
tions better felt than expressed. He is q gen
tleman in the fullest sense OF the term, an
one in whose bosom thrill responsive all tn
better attributes of our nature. May the sta
! of prosperity shine resplendan.ly upon hi
pathway through life-may his fondest hope
Of happiness be realized, is our sincere wish
Any Of our friends who call upon Mr.. Q
will find him a companion able gentleman, hu
name in all his feelings and worthy the
esteem and confidence. He isSuperintenden
of the FreiehtDe Department, and we recommen
our Merchants to him, when they wish good
Brought from Pittsburs.
Perhaps some Of our readers might desr re
: little description Of this Carlisle, the plac
= where first we gazed in rapture upon the sun
S light OF Heaven. If so, we will endeavor I
briefly crafty that desire. The town is sitr
ated about the centre of the Cumberland Val
ley, one OF the richest, most romantic an
+! bea ltiful spots in Pennsylvania. This vale
is about fifty miles in length, east to ives
: and fourteen in width, north TO south. Bount
: ed on the north by the North Mountain, o
o The south by the South Mountain and Yeilo
S Brooches creek. Carlisle contains a popul;
II ton Of about six thousand, and is one of Ii
e most beautiful and healthy inland towns
: the Union. lis streets cross at right angles
It the houses are built up mostly Of brick
stone. In the centre of the town, are FOL
+ Public Squares or Parks, on the north we
: one is the First Presbyterian Church, on II
Y opposite, or north east the Episcopal Chu.c
on the south east is the Market House, buI
in the form of an l.. extending around tv
n sides o. The square, on the south west squa
stands The Court House, a beautiful brick ed
fee, upon which is a Town Clock. The!
: squares are surrounded with Linden trees, an
are a great place OF resort in the summer eve
!, ings. Once a week, the Brass Band attach,
10 the us. Troops al the Barracks, come
6 town and regsle the citizens with some N
. tionaI airs, which serves to keep up their p