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Demoine courier., 1854-06-29

Best PAIR matched horses or mares
for carriage,
Best pair matched horses or mares
forsiraught or farm,
Demoine courier., 1854-06-29
CLASS 10.

Bes. stallion 3 yrs and under 4
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

The Know Nothings, in Waltham, Mass, on the
first Monday in March, elected their whole ticket
as it were by magic. Nobody could tell where the
ticket came from, where it was printed, or when
and where got up. 1t has been a town talk ever
since. 1t is said we have strong organization of
the kind amongst us, and yet no one knows any.
thing about it. All is Secluded in mystery and dark
ness just before the election, an obscure notice
was posted up, calling up certain persons to meet
nobody knew when or where, unless some secret
hieroplyphic cut out of the slip of paper posted,
apparently with pen knife, gave the knownothings
themselves the necessary information. The town
OF Newton seems to be blessed likewise, with
sprinkling of this same know-nothing g-ism-Bostoa
Traveller.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

Foot race for the championship, came off Mon
day, March Is, over the Union Course, L. l., be
tween William Freestoue alias Barlow, and Hiram
Horton-singe mile, for $1,000. Barlow took the
lead to the quarter pole in Id Horton made brush
Barlow went round the remaining distance at his
leisure and crossed the score in SO l2, winning the
race easy.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21
CLOTHING FOR

READY-MADE LOTHING FOR
IA THE SPRING AND SUMMER, 1851 am
Summer CLOTHING, embracing all of the latest
Spring styles. Having now open the larger portion
of my Spring stock, solicit early call from my
liberal patrons and the public generally. 1 have
spared no pains to have my stock gotten up in su-
perior style of choice selections TO sustain the high
reputation which the house has attained for selling
good and well-made Clothing, from the finest TO the
lowest grades. Terms unusually low, for cash.
J. D. GOODMAN,
No. l3i Main street, opposite Eagle Square.
N. B.-Received to-day, large stock of Trunks.
Valices Carpet Bags. India Rubber Over Coats,
Cloaks Capes and Satches, all of which viii be sold
at the lowest cash prices.
NH Is j. d G.
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CANDIDATES FOR OFFICE


10 THE CITIZENS OF THE CRY OF RIcH-
MoND At the solicitation of many friends l an.
nounce myself as candidate for the office of HIGH
CONSTABLE of the City of Richmond, at the ensu-
ing election. After many years service in the Police
to confer this office upon me, pledge myself to use
every effort to discharge the duties faithfully and to
give the most ample security for the just acceunta-
bility of the peoples money. :.
NH 2I-dtde CLEMENT WHITE
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

Two MONTHS DISASTERS ON THE WESTERN
WATERs.-On looking over the files of the Courier,
we have ascertained that less than thirty-three
steamboat disasters have occurred on the Western
waters since the lst of January involving the loss
OF over 200 lives In addition to which, there has
been l2e atboats and barges lost chiefly coal boats
making in the aggregate loss of fully $50 900.
Louisville Courier.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

Convicted OF MURDER.-Au yustus B. Prior
tried during the present term of our court for the
murder of Mathew Patton, OF Hamburg, has been
found guilty. Prior is printer. Patton was
cotton buyer in Hamburg. The case was consider
ed a plain one by his Honor, Judge Munro. His
charge was emphatic and decided. We understand
there will be no appeal. Able speeches were made
by the counsel on both sides, and it may be con-
cuded that justice has been meted out in the mat
ter. We sympathise with the unfortunate con
demned, who is friendless stranger amongst a,a
and hope tor him reconciliation with Heaven be-
fore the dread hour of his exeeution.-Edgefeld
4drertiSer - = 2
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

To THE CITIZENS OF RICHMOND.-Ihe
undersigned, conscientousy persuaded that his ex-
perience as an assistant to Mr.. Blair, (who declines
reelection would enable him to perform efficient
ly the duties pertaining to the Office of HIGH CON-
STABLE, sfers himself candidate for the sufrages
of his fellow-ciizens. Should they confer npon him
the honor of an election to that Office he will exert
himself to the utmost to fulflits duties faithfully
fe 7-tde* 7. j LAKELAND. >
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

DEATH IN THE PULPIT.-We learn that the Rev.
W. s. Lloyd, the pastor of two Baptist churches in
this county, few miles west OF this city-Elam
and Antioch-died on last Sunday, while perform.
ing service at the latter He had commenced his
discourse. and after speaking few moments. sud
denly exclaimed, 81 feel, brethren, am giving"
and instantaneously sank down and expired.-Aia
Journal. fft
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

STEAMBOAT AccIDENT-The Baton Rouge Ga
zette of the 1lth inst, says:
The steamer Opelousas passed our landing yes
terday morning, bound down. About two miles
above the mouth of Red River, she took fire, and
was forced to throw overheard the best part OF her
cargo of cotton. After the fire was cxtinguishcd,
the cotton was saved
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

COL MAGRuDER, IT, s. S.A.-Commander George
Magruder, of the Navy, writes to the Washington
Star that his brother has not entered the military
service of France but that is his intention to pro-
ceed to the Dannbe, for the purpose OF Witnessing
the military operations of the contending armies
in that country with the view OF acquiring further
information in the art of war for the sole purpose
of benefting onn country and the service to
which he belongs.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

To THE CITIZENS OF RICHMOND.-The
Clerk of Richmond Hastings Court being compelled,
by continued IN health, to resign his Office present
myself before you candidate.
Having been Deputy in the Office for nine years,
and having for the last five months, during the sick
of my brother. been the acting clerk, in court
well as in the office, believe myself fully csm
peten to discharge ali the duties. Should it be your
pleasure elect me, will perform all the duties of
Clerk with promptness and fidelity.
NH 7-dtde ROBERT HOWARD.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

The steamer Washington brought pair OF Lap
Hippodrome. The deer have been trained to the
sedge =.
While loading at Bremenhaven, lighter with
goods for the Washington, valued at 100000 was
wrecked by the ice in the stream. The goods were
ruined-N. Y. Tribune.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

Michael I.anahan got intoxicated last Friday
night in Washington walked into the canal and was
drowned. =. -a 3.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

AFFECTING lNcIDENT.-The Memphis Wing
gives the following among the incidents OF the
burning of the steamer Caroline:
Mr. Elliott clerk of the Caroline, told us of many
thrilling incidents which he Witnessed during the
burning of the boat. One of father who at
tempted to his two children by swimming
with them both in his arms. He succeeded in
reaching the shore when his strength failed
him, that he was compelled to release them in or
der to save himself by swimming to willow tree
where he rested and saw them sink the second
time. He leaped in and brought them to the top of
the water, and reached the tree, but alas they
dead Placing the two corpse in the fork, he climbed
above them, and there sit with dripping clothes,
weeping over his dead children, until the Naomi
came along and sent out her yawl TO his relief
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21
A MOTHER SAFE OPERATION. -
~ STILL ANOTHER VOICE FROM THF
SPRUCE STREET FIRE:

NEW YORK, March 9th, 1854.
SILAs C. HERRING, Esq:
Dear Sir:-It is with gratitude and pleasure that
inform you of the complete of your celebra-
ted SALAMANDER SAFE, in preserving my mail
books, papers and accounts deposited in it. from the
destructive fire of the 5h inst, and which, after be-
ing buried in the burning ruins days forth with
out trace of fire upon them. From this severe
test have increased confidence in the superiority
your Safes over all others have yet You will
greatly oblige me by sending me another "Salaman-
der" forthwith and hereafter shall give myself
no uneasiness as to the safety of its contents.
Truly yours, l.. P. HATCH.
" A full assortment of HERRING'S FIRE and
BURGLAR-PROOF SAFES may be found at I36
Cary street, sign of the RED Safe"
r. McCANDLISH, JR,
NH I0-ts Agent for Va
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

DEATH OF LAmEssAIs THE recent arrival from
Europe brings US tidings Of the death Of the cee-
and precsrious state of health have for some time
past announced Is probably near at hand.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

The Washington Star warns the public against
counterfeit twenty five cent pieces U. 8. coinage.
There are lots of the about.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

Mr. Samuel Brereton, one of the Oldest citizens
of Washington, died in that city last week.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

The Gnillotinc was the first attempt at shavino
6y machinery. 1t took off the beard very cleanIv'
But there was slight objection to this Invention:
gether. W
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

To THE VOTERS OF THE Cry OF RICH
MoND-I respectfully offer myself as Candidate for
the Office of CITY GAUGER. :
JOHN A. HICKS,
NH 9--1m* Deputy Gauper
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

Julien has been very successful in Mobile. Hi,
first concert created quite furore
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NH 9--1m*

10 THE VOTERS OF THE CRY OF Rich
MoND-I again tender my services to my friends and
f6llow citizens for the Office of CITY GAUGER-
Should it be your pleasure to elect me, my undivided
attention shall be devoted to the discharge of the
duties of the office. se5F -
NH 8-1m* SAMPSON JONES'
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To ALL WHOSE HAIR is FAILING OFF or

To ALL WHOSE HAIR is FALLING OFF or
TURNING GRFY, we would advise to use FLETCH-
ERS HAIR TONIC, prepared by John johnson. 1t
IS the lest remedy for the Hair that is in use 1t
acts like magic in eradicating DsndruH from the
Scalp. 1t makes the coarsest hair soft and plant
nor is there any preparation for the hair equal to
FLETCHER'S in Dressing Hair. One or two appli.
cations week being sufficient to keep it in healthy
condition.
No Lady's toilet should be without q bottle.
1t is sold by Bennett 4 Beers, A Duval, John FL
B lair, Broad street. and under the American Hotel.
wholesale and retail, by the manufacturer,
JOHN JOHNSON.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

BRAND CUTTING.-Brands of all sizes and
designs for marking Flour, Tobacco Boxes, Bags Ma
chinery, Linen, &c, made to order.
NJ @. WHITMAN,
AT Langiey's Tin and Gas Fitting Establishments
18th ST., between Main and Franklin
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

To THE VOTERs OF THE C1rY OF RIcH.
MoND.--I take this method of declaring myself a cam
didste for HIGH CONSTABLE. Should the voters
think proper to confer the office en- me- it shall be
my greatest effort to discharge the various duties of
it with promptness and fidelity :.
NH I 4-atda s5r D rvJEp
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Q CLEMENT WHITE.

Observation-Disclosures that a report
is in circulation that advised JOHN A. Hicks
to become a candidate for the office of GAUGER,,
and as such Is calculated to do me great injustice,
hereby deny the same and pronounce it untrue
,.-,.. of. .--4., j. H. STROBIA,
mn ~ SC ' fl City Gauper
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THE DAILY DISPATCH.

me circulation OF the Daily Dispatch exceeds
that Of ell the Daily papers Of Rehmond
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"My dear Mrs. Jones,r said Mrs. Brown, scome
near to my bedside; I'm dying, and wish to say a
few words to you.n ~.
ayes Marin," sighed Mrs. Jones.
"Well, Mrs Jones' /" calculated Mrs Brown, 'you
and have had good many tiffs In our day. and
now wish to part with you in peace, can you for
give mea
"Yes Marm," sobbed Mrs. Jones, sindeed can"
sam / forgiven" calculated Mrs. Brown.
"Yes Marm." responded Mrs. Jones, with Difficult
ty in consequence of the intensity OF her anguish,
aud then she attempted TO weepher way out Of the
dying woman's room.
"Stop moment, my dear Mrs. Jones'" said the
expiring woman, ave another word or two to say.
wish to have il understood, that ii / get well,
every thing goes back, and we stand on the same
ground"
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A TTENTION, ANGLERS.-FR RESH

4 ITENTION, ANGLERS.-FR RESH
"A SUPPLY OF FISHING TACKLE-I am now
opening the most complete assortment of FISHING
TACkLE have ever had. Amongst my assortme mt
gna, Limerick, Kirby, Hinged Trout, Sockdologers
&e., besides a full assortment of Hooks on gut and
Trimmings; Rigged Lines. with Floats and Hooks,
completes Sea Grass and Horse Hair; Floats and
Singers extra; Cotton, Linen and Flax Lines; Twist
in rolls, of superior quality; Reed, Bamboo, and
Walking Cane Fishing Rods, in great variety.
Also, just received, fine assortment of Colts and
Aliens REVOLVERS.
JAMES WALSH, Maker and
NH 15-2w Importer of Guns, Rihes &c
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

CWEET HAVANA 0 r AN G ES.
,eeo I.rye ard fine lust received and for sale by
- ~ JUAN P1ZZINI,
,,, % next door to Exchange Bank.
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By the request of my friends, / announce
myself candidate for the office of HIGH CONSTA.
BILE of the City of Richmond, at the ensuing cleo
ton.
fe 6-dtd J.S b. TlNSLE1.
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ROBERT HOWARD.

To THE VOTERs OF THE CRY OF RICH
MoND.-At the solicitation of my fiend., announce
STABLE the city of Richmond. And fit should
be your pleasure to elect me, pledge myself to use
every effort to give satisfaction in the discharge OF
the duties of the Office. :
fe b--ts ~ T. ]. CARTER.
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HOUSE AND SHIP PLUMBING.-

IL The subscriber begs to inform the public that
he is prepared to execute all orders for PLUMBING
either In houses or ships, in the best manner and
the most reasonable terms Being himsefa a Proeti-
most entire satisfaction to all who may favor him
with orders. He will also put up Water Closets,
SINS Copper and Iron Boilers, etc on the most ap-
proved principles and at the lowest prices. Orders
from the country promptly executed. His establish
ment is at No. 220 Main street, between 9th and 9
where orders should be left.
NH 6-1m* DANIEL OiDONNFJJ
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THE DAILY DISPATCH.
BY J. A. COWARDIN.

I'll. DAILY pIsPATCH /. served to snhscribers
t .Iv ,Nn QUARTER CENTS PER wEEK. payable
70 The Carrier weekly. Price for mailing ~ a year
in advance.
The WEEKLY DISPATCH 10 issued every FRI
day and mailed TO subscribers at 81 per annam
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GEO. w. TOLER.

Nor1cE.-At the solicitation OF many
f,;.nds and acausintauces, hereby announce myseH
a candidate for the Office OF HIGH CONSTABLE Of tne
city Of Richmond. nu.vrp 4,
fe 3-ts ". 0AiAHN, : -. !.
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PRICE ONE CENT

| FRArRIcIps.-Wel learn that on Monday morn.
ing, IN Scott county, near Stamping Ground amsr,
named Richard Thomsssons nshot and instantly killed
!, ms brother Thos. Thomasson. We understand
mat they lived upon adjoining farms that the rise
Oh water had washed away some fences and carried
some rails belonging to the deceased upon the land
o tne that the deceased was with his negroes
Iakng the rails and rebuilding the division fence
Wah them his brother ordered him to ,top but he
Ieiused his brother then got horse, rode across
me creek TO his house, got gun, returned and
Io,ns oad wi.nin few steps, shot him through the
mead, killing him instantly. Such are the facts AZ
given by the report. The report also adds that the
nelghoorhood was greatly excited, and there was
strong disposition to lynch the murderer. Another
repolr however, states that he had been arrested
and is now in the custody Of the officers of he Ia,.
-Frankfort Commonwealth
sHonrs"-Ground in the Piedmont wbio,.
"Own Machine:'
a ansee has taken out patent for new be.
ss; wnlcn Is so admirably constructed that after
tnck;n all summer the bees fill it with
'ueAins ns-comos and currycombs in winter. =.
AtIention first class in history. John Jones
"Yeth thir" "What do Won r,,aa nionarcn ..e.
thir" 'eein'n tne flrhf,
SEE SAw.-"Brudder Pete, did Won 400 H.,
see de log afore you saw him saw it ," sDs ,n;.
erlectual stupendity of some niggers is perfec,lv
-"Hy, ei eeeu MIN saw It afore aw
nln see IT. ITS consquintia insurance dat he saw
ne sawed it afore he saw he seed it; but he condn,t
help seein he saw it afore he saw he sawd it for of
ne saw de sawen afore he saw de seein' OBJ de saw
in, consquinchilly he must sawd it afore he sasd
u, which Is obsurdly redicular-darefore did see
alore saw him saw it; qacoddy rat demon stran.
The wisdom of the Injunction utte red hv Gan,
Weher, senior, ITO beware of vidders" is exem.
pinned oy the case of youth, 10 years of age. de-
scIlbed as slim built and of effemnate appearance
WHO'S now in Kings county Jail, for having two
were widows, aged respectively, 30, 40 and A.
years. The first wife trying to procure bail the
second is prosecuting him. and the third is repipno
al ms absence He alleges that in each case the
In time, rival Gov. Young 1' "o
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N. B. No charge for a trial. mh6

BALLARD's HAIR DYE !-NEw AND I'M
PROVED EDITION.-THE CHEAPEST AND BEST IN
THE WORLD Warranted not only to color the Hair
minutes but te correct all bad colorng produced by
any other Dye and is positively way Injurious. 1t
is the most complete and desirable article offered
TO the public Price 81.
BENNETT BEERS,
ma lin Agents for Richmond.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-21

Hyou want favor OF married woman, braa of
her baby. If you want to obtain her eternal enmi-
ty, let her turn round and catch you making
mouth at It,
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SAMPSON JONES.
NH 8-dtd

The Voters of the City are respectfully
informed that again Candidate for reelection.
tEr j. H. STROBTA,
NH 8-dtd City Gauger.
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NorIcE.-I again tender my services to
INV friends and fellow citizens for the Office of HIGH
CONSTABLE, in the city of Richmond, at the ensu'
ing election. Should be their pleasure 70 elect me
Il will be my pleasure them TO the best o.
my ability. oro N, roIrp
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NorIoE.-I am Candidate for the Office
Of HIGH CONSTABLE of the City Of Richmond.
fe 8-dts JOHN r, REEVE.
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FATAL AccIDENr.-A Mr.. l.. NJ. Anderson was
recently killed near Lake Discovery, Miss, on the
Sd inst, by the accidental discharge OF gun in
the hands OF one OF his companions, on hunting
Marty
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FARTHER PARTICULARS OF THE EyPI.o
SION ON BOARD THE REINDEER.

AhIilER PARTICULARS OF THE EyPIo.
SION ON BOARD THE REINDEER.
Inc hawesvile Eagle gives the following addi.
'loha' particulars Of the terrible explosion near
Cannelton. Ind: =
The mate, Daniel Mullen. was strncl nm q, q hood
oy piece oi iron and instantly killed The second
engineer, Frederick Ludwig was seyerelv scsjded
30 that he cannot possibly survive.
we counted thirty five bodies extended in
cabin. 'ie vi 'ie
We give list ofthe names of the sufferers. and
where from below: "'1
Roht. Ferier, Canada; Carey Bodel, Howard CO.
Mo; Re Craiey, Pittsbure; L. M. Brown. N. H :: Ds,
yid Richards. Ky Isaac Como. Scioto Ohio; Patrici
5allsher. pittsburg; Andrew Snyder. Ohio Rachel
Ohio; Jordan Peake, Warsaw; P. Conner, Matamorss.
Ihos Mc1ntire, Matamoras; j. Bolton, Columbus
Ohio; Samuel l. Hyatt (cabin passenger, st. Louis;
Louis; Mr. Gibbiser Louisville; R R. stedeIman St.
nnn1s Michael Berge. KY; Jas Rutherford, Ky; A
mmseiNust. lowe: Pierce Carey, Ohio Michael Lynch
burg; Jane Palves, St ioui. VIM. Thorn. Toui.riile
Nancy Allen, Ohio; James Allen, Ohio; Margal al,
len Ohio; Mary Allen, Ohio. ~
Immediately after the explosion. the hell vvas
rung, and the steamer Europa came to her rescue
IN IN attempting which she was considerably injured
me Magnolia also came along side and succeeded
IN lowing the lii-iated vessel to Hawesvile. None
OF the officers are injured but the mate and eecond
engineer, and none of the cabin passengers bnt
Samuel l.. Hyatt, of ST Louis, who will nrobabiv
recover-a lot ofbrick &c, were forced tbrouob
the floor OF his state ROOM
There were two families on deck, who were
nearly all destroyed. Since the catastrophe twep-
tyone have died, and little hopes are entertained of
the recovery of the rest
Our citizens are on board ministerng to The af
ficted
were buried and twenty-four of the wounded can
not survive
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T. J. CARSON d Co, Nos. 41 AND 43
LIGHT STREET. BALTIMORE, AND NO. Sc
WATER STREET, NEW YORK-A good sssort-
ment of Bacon, Pork and Lard always on hand and
for sale at lowest market prices. lie bly,
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ABEL u. MAYO, ATTORNEY AT LAW AND
NOTARY PUBLIC.-Offce on Franklin street, under
the metropolitan Hail. Richmond. Va. mol
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NOVEL CURE FOR INTEMpERANcE,-The Lon.
con Operator mentions curious remedy in use in
Swedish hospitals, for that form of madness which
exhibits itself in the uncomfortable appetite for al
cohoilc stimniants. The process may be easily de-
scribed. We suppose that the liquor that the ma
TENTS accustomed to drinking is the commonest
In the country-say gin. When he enters the hos
pital for treatment, he is supplied with his favorite
drink, and with no other if anything else is given
him, or any other food it is favored with gin. He
ls In Heaven; the very atmosphere is redolent of
his favorite perfume! His room is scented with
gin, his bed, his clothes, everything around him;
every mouthfu he eats or drinks, everything he
touches; every zephyr that steals into his room,
brings to him still gin He begins to grow tired of
-begins rather to wish for something else; begins
to find the oppression intolerable-hates it-cannot
bear it-longs for emancipation, and is at last eman
cpated he issues into the fresh air a cured man
dreading nothing much as return to that loathed
persecufor which would not leave him an hours
rest in his confinement This remedy says cur
English cotemporary, appears to have been thor
oushly efectual-so etfectual that persons who de-
plored their uncomfortable propensity have peti-
toned for admission to the hospital in order to be
cured; and they have been cured" of5f
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CMYRNA FIGs.-200 drums Of prime
y quality, for sale by ,,,. ,,
NH 20 next door to Exchange Bank.