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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04
PErIrloN To THE LEGIsLATUREs.

The following petition to, The Legislature for
an act Of incOrPorationsiOr the migrants Aid.
Company" issnow being circulated in this city,
in Boston. and in other places. The movement
is one that takes strong hold upon the sYmpa-
thies Of the people of Massachusetts, Of all par
ties, and we doubt not that the happiest results
will follow, from the efforts making, and TO be
made, 70 secure Kansas and Nebraska to Free
men and the institutions Of Freedom.
To the Honorable the Senate and House Of
Representatives Of the Commonwealth Of Mas
sechusetts, in General Court assembled:
The undersigned, your petitioners, citizens Of
Massachusetts, respectfully represent that we
are about forming an association for the purpose
Of aiding emigrants to settle in the West. and to
secure to themselves and to their pOsierity, the
advantages Of education and Of liberty Theres
fore, in order that system, strength, efficiency,
and union may characterize our efforts, and that
we may be independent of the contingencies
which often embaFrass and destroy enterprises
sustained by ephemeral associations without any
legal bond Of union, we respectfully ask OF your
honorable body, an act Of Incorporation under tho
name Of the "Emigrani's Aid Company allow
ing Us the privilege Of holding, under the usual
restrictions, and for the purposes above named,
real and personal property. to an amount not ex-
eeeding ten millions Of dollars; and, as In duty
biund, your petitioners will ever pray.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

1cEBERGs IN THE ATLANTIc-Every ship
from Europe brings accounts of an unusual
quantity of icebergs in the Atlantic. 1t is
probable that the Northwesterly winds, which
have prevailed in this latitude to such an ex-
traordinary degree, this winter, have ragged
also in the Arctic circle, have set the ice-felds
in motion earlier than common, and have
filed the Atlantic with drifting bergs and
pack.
The origin of these ice mountains, was long
a subject of controversy. By some persons,
the berg was thought to be the result of
months Of freezing in the open sea. By 9TH
ers it was more correctly attributed to land
origin. DR.. Kane, the historian of the late
American Expedition, has proved conclusively
by observation on the spot, that the iceberg
has similar origin with the glacier, being de-
posted ON the sides, and in the valleys of the
Arctic mountains, and afterwards pushed for
ward exactly as glaciers are, down the slope
and along the gorge. AS these valleys event.
ually open to the sea, the field of ice is finally
protruded into the water, where part of it
breaks off at last, by its own weight, and is
foated away. The early navigators, seeing
these enormous masses, called them in their
native tongue, "bergs," or mountains, and
by that name they have been known ever
since.
Not unfrequently large masses of rock,
which are frozen up in the glacier in land arc
borne off with the iceberg. AS the berg melts,
they drop away, and sink to the bottom of the
sea. Biologists tell us that the huge boulders
which are often seen in the interior of this
continent, hundreds of miles away from prima-
tive formations of a similar character, were
thus transported, at ONE far distant period
when most of America was still vast ocean,
In melting, the bergs often assume the most
fantasies shapes. Some look like floating
towns, with towers, pinnacles and forts. Some
bear theshape of gigantic castles. Some re-
call the fairy descriptions of the Arabian
Nights. The temperature of the water being
lower than that of the atmosphere, they melt
at bottom faster that at top, and finally turn
over, CONFUSING the deep for an immense cir
Gle around, and imperilling ships that happen
to be near.
The play of light on these bergs, is at times
indescribably beautiful. AT other times, how
ever, the ice moutains move surrounded with
fog, the offspring of their own evaporation;
and on such occasions, wo to the mariner who
| is not warned in time Of the damp mist he sees
settling down around. After traversing our
eastern coasts, and assisting to make our
springs later than those ON the Pacific side, tie
bergs are melted down by the gulf stream, or
borne off in greatly reduced bulks ON the
coasts of Ireland, where the disappear forever.
-FhiI. Ledger.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04
Mrssps. RENE : Co., Music pubIlshers, Of BOSTON,

MEssRs. REED Co., Music Publishers, of Boston,
have laid upon our table new and beautiful Music,
viz:
"Good News from Home" simple and very pretty
song, embelshed with handsome title page
81 feel growing old Lizzie" by Il. w. Locke, very
easy and destined for great popularity.
Her love-" by F. N. Croach, this song by the author
of Kathleen Mavournee elegant composition, chasts
aud fluent in the melody, and worthy place every
Piano.
"Cheer Boys, Cheer" by Henry Russell, another good
Song.
These Publishers are ALWAYS getting off good Music.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

STEAM FRIGArE BfLL.--On Friday the
House passed the Steam Frigate bill, providing
for the construction Of six first class steam irg
ates, with screw propellcrs, properly armed and
equipped, to be built at the government navy
Yards, or by contract, as the Secretary OF the
NAVY shall deem advisable.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

Mary Hewitt is engaged in writing popu-
lar history Of America, intended to make the
reading class Of English artzans, etc.; better
acquainted with the history of the United
States than they have hitherto been.
William Hewitt is still travelling from one
digging to another in search of nuggets of
knowledge, rather than of gold. collecting
the fullest particulars of Australia in the pres
ia the present, and her prospects in the fu-
ture. Some graphic letters Of his have been
published in Household Words.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

The CRYSTAL PALAcE.-Mr. Barnum has
consented to retain the Presidency of the
Crystal Palace Association. He by no means
thinks the affair is to be regarded as failure.
10 show his confidence in its vitality, he offers
to lease the building from the association, for
one year, ana assume all the current expenses,
and pay the association rent of $s75, 900, a
sum equivalent to Is per cent. on the whole
capital. He thinks he could make 100000
by the operation, but would rather the associ-
alton would conduct its own business.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

Fifteen of the New York Custom
House officers found notes from the Surveyor.
on their desks last Monday morning ,announc-
ing that they were suspended from duty till
the pleasure ofthe Collector was made known,
for insubordination, and official misconduct.
The papers explain that insubordination :"
means Bronsonism and "oficial misconduct
being Hard
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

young man named Cooke, was arrested
three Or four days since in Virginia, for the mnr-
der Of VIM B. Sandelson, at Holly Springs, Miss.
il 1851. Coke was engaged TO be married to
Young lady, whose faith in him he desired to
lest. and for this purpose he employed Sanderson
10 address her which resulted in the marriage Of
the latter with her; hence murder.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

A HANDSOME REwARD.-The Government
has presented to the owners of the ship An
tarctic, (Which took off portion of the passen-
gers ON the San Francisco) the sum of $25,-
900 as a token of gratitude for the services
rendered. 1t was a voluntary gift,a the own
ers of the ship made no charge whatever
~. Y. Tribune
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

SYSTEMATICALLY dead body Of an Irish
woman named Read, was recovered from the
Quinebaug River, little below this village, on
Saturday. She left home about three months
ago, under circumstances which led to the be.
lief that she had committed suicide. The body
must have passed over four dams to reach the
spot where it was discovered.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

ACCIDENT AT South F1TcHBURG. = On
Thursday last, at the Duck Mills, South Fitch
burg, a man and boy being upon the elevator,
chain broke and they were precipitated some
fifteen or twenty feet, striking upon their
heads. The man was considerably bruised,
the boy was more seriously injured, the skull
being fractured. The operation of trepan-
ming was performed. He lies in a very criti-
cal situation, yet hopes are entertained of his
recovery.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

CUTTING AND BREcKENRIDGE.--It is
generally considered that there deliberate
plan to put down or shoot down Mr.. Cutting, in
order to show the Northern Democrats that it
was not safe for them to oppose the Nebraska
bill. The manner in which it was met will pro
badly teach the cbyalry that the operation is not
altogether q safe one.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04
10 \ 7 Il n ' u
AND
Ell EG ANT STOCK
SPRING AND SUMMER
G GOD S.
CHA NDLER s CO.,
6 AND 8 SUMMER STREET,
BOSTON.

nOSuOBo
Have received, by late arrivals from Europe large and
beautiful Stock of Goods adapted to the present and APP
preaching Season. comprising the newest and most fash
onabe articles, and making altogether of the most
attractive and desirable Stocks of Foreign Goods which
they have ever offered. Consisting Of:
sILKS-of every description
SHAWLS-in and beautiful styles.
SILK MUsLINS-very elegant.
SILK TISSUES
BAREGEs-new designs.
ORGANDIEs-very rich.
MUSLINS--French and English.
JAC0NETS-neat patterns.
BRILLIANTS-a complete assortment.
PRINTS-English and French.
GINGIAMs--stripes, plaid and plain.
MoUSsELINE DELAINEs-do. do. do.
SPUN sILKs-new patterns.
LINEN G00DS-of all kinds.
EMBRoIDERIEs-el styles.
HOSIERY full assortment.
GLOVES & HDKFS-do. 40.
PARAS0LS-do do.
MANTILLAs-of the newest styles.
WHITE GOODS.
HOUSEKEEPING G00DS-of every description.
ARTICLES FOR BOYS WEAR
In addition to our Stock of RICH FOREIGN GOODS
proved styles of American Goods, which, together
with imported goods, offer upon the most favora
bic terms.
CHANDLER & CO.,
ap4 dTuThsat&wew & Summer ST.
NEW RING GOODS!
DANIEL & CO.,
NO. 249 W4SHIN TON STREET,
have received beautiful assortment of
N E w d RE S S GOODS!
Adapted to the Spring season. New Styles of SiLks
Bareges, Grenadines, PoplinS, Cord Muslins French
English, and American Prints BriiiidneS Plain and
Printed De LANES Mouseline de Beges.
Plain High Lustred Black Silks, of the most approved
manufacture.
Rich Wide Black Brocade SIX.
Wide Black Lyons Yelyets.
Long and Square Cashmere SIlaVvIs.
Plain Black Bareges, Grenadines and Tissues Plaid
and striped do. Also, every article Of
MOURNING GOODS
constantly on hand.
We have received by arrivals full assortment of
UNDRESSED LINENS, of importation, put
up expressly for Retail Family trade, warranted pure
FLAX, and sure to give sasfactonal widths and quail
tiles.
Linen Damasks, of all widths.
Napkins Doyles, and Damask Table Cloths, in great
variety.
Linen Huckabuck, Diaper, and Crash, for Towels.
Damask and Hucabuc Towels, with Colored Borders, by
the dozen.
Linen sheetings, all widths and qualities.
Brown and Blcached Cotton Sheeings from A TO
wide. full assortment Of
BLANKETS AND QUILTS,
Constantly Hand.
n Housekeepers will find every article they want in
our Stock, and at Lou Prices.
DANIEL s. co.
Boston, April 4, 1854 dTuF&w3m
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

NED BuNrLINE. = HandbiIls are posted
about town, giving notice that an Address will be
given at the City Hall, this evening, by E. c. T.
Judson: subject, ''Three Portions in the Life Of
Ned Buntline: or, the crime of being an Ameri-
can" We suppose that the address will be Ma
tive American and Anti-Catholic in It's charac-
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

IMPORTANT SUIT In the case Of the Mid.
dlesex Mills u.s. the city Of Boston, for SAG. 900
damages for the diversion Of the waters Of Long
Pond, which has been on trial before the Court
Of Common Pleas at Concord. for the last fort
night, the jury disagreed. Eleven were in favor
Of verdict for the city, and one for verdict for
the Mills. This was The first of series Of suits,
in which damages, to an aggregate amount Of
nearly $500, 900, are claimed against the city of
Boston, for diverting the waters of Long Pond or
Lake Cochituate from Concord River. The Pc
titioners are manufacturing company, owning
extensive mills at the mouth of the river, and
claim that they have suffered damages by the
construction Of the city's water works, aud the
diversion of the natural flow of the lake, to the
amount Of $40. 000.--Boston Courier.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

The RUSSIAN SHORES OF THE BLAcR SEA-
BY Lawrence Oliphant; published by Red
field Ito Nassau Street, New York.
In the autumn of 1852, the author Of this
book made voyage down the Volga, visited the
shores of the Black Sea, travelled through the
country of the Don Cossacks, went to st Pc
tersburg, Moscow, Nidjni, and other Russian
cities; and made himself well acquainted with
the customs, manners, and dispositions Of the
people, and with the operations of the govern
ment. The Marquis de Cuisine, in the pre-
face to his Russia of 1889, remarks that there
are two Russias; Russia as it is; and Russia
as itwould like to appear before the rest Of
Europe. Mr.. ELEPHANTS experience verites
the observation Of the lively Frenchman.--
Russia externally formidable, and imposing,
Is, in its internal regulations,a continuous sys-
TEN Of antagonisms.
This entertaining, and instructive book is
hkely to be extensively read at this time. 1t
IL Tor sale by John Keith & Co.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

LEGIsLATIvE.-On Saturday, large num-
Der of bills and resolves, of no particular con-
sequence, not giving rise to debate. were pass
ed to be engrossed, in each branch, among
them, one in the House to establish Reform
School for girls. The amendatory liquor bill
in the House was assigned for consideration
on Wednesday next, and Mr.. Wiggin gave
notice of an amendment to punish owners,
who let buildings knowing that liquor is
sold therein. The Senate adjourned to Tues
day.
Nonday.-The Senate was not in session.
The bill to incorporate the Upton Hotel
Co., passed to a third reading in the House,
and finally private bills passed to be engross-
ed. Mr. Emerson, on leave, introduced bill
authorizing the N. Y. Central Norfolk Go.
&c., r. R. Co., to construct branch to con-
meet with the "Air Line R. R. at Woonsock-
Ct Referred to select Committee. The
tunnel bill was passed to be enacted.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

GREAT SLAUGHTER 'SHEEP.--A friend
from North Yarmouth writes that there was
great slaughter of sheep there on the night Of the
29th. Mr.. C. P. Hicks, owning twenty-six val.
liable sheep, lef. them all in his barn yard on the
night Of the 29th, and on the morning ofthe Both
twenty FIVE Of the number were found dead
having been killed by dogs.-Portland .ddver.
fieor
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

POLICE REPoRT.-We have received from
Mr.. Warren, Captain of the City Watch, the
following report for March,
The whole number of persons, confined in
the Watch House, during the month, was 1926.
Poor dodgers, AZ; for being drunk and dis
turbing the peace, II; for evading railroad
fare, l; for keeping gambling house, 2; va
grants, 2; larceny, 4; for keeping disorderly
houses, 2; for assault on Waterman, 1.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

APT CONFERENCE.-The Common Pleas
Court made great havoc among the liquor deal,
ers last week in Greenfield. George T. Davis
was employed for the defense in most of the
cases. Ga hearing the verdict of guilty for per-
haps the fourth or fifth time, gentleman remark
ed upon the destruction that was being made
among his clients. "Yes," said he, s'T can
think Of nothing like it, since Herod's murder of
tho innocaufafD
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04
SPECIAL NOTICES.

Trium phant Success of the Union Block
DAGUERREAN GALLERY. Rich Opening Of Fancy
Stock Lockets &C. Now is the time to for your
selves or friends Dagurreotypes of superior tone and
finish,-and the HATHAWAY BROTHERS, will
make it their highest aim to make good work, and to
please their customers. Be it remembered that we take
no fifty cent types. ap4 diff
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

FIrcHBURe.-Wm. W. Pierce, Of Cam
bridge, has bought out Mr.. Hammonds interest
in the American House 1t Fitchburg, and is to
keep the house in company with Mr.. Phillips
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

An effort is making among the influential,
citizens of Brooklyn to build university N
that city.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

The Revenue Cutter has arrived at Norfolk
from winter cruise, having sailed over 1000
miles, spoken $50 vessels relieved ian II d;s,tess
and saved four lives. Z
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

DIR. j. CImwsOn Kelley, ANALYTICAL Ply
scan of New York will be in att ndance at his Office,
of Mechanic and Church Streets Worcester for
THURSDAY and FRIDAY, April 9th and 18th. (Ladies
and Gentemen invited to call No charge for consul
tation. d6t&w2w mch29
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

A. Premtiss, Designer and Engraver upon Wood
and Stone. House Crescent Street All orders Loft
with c. W. RICE, at L. D. Goddard & Co.'s, will meet
with prompt attention Particular attention paid to Draft
ng Machinery dec30 diff
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

Worcester HydrOpathic Institution, No
Glen Street. This Institution is well arranged treat
ment, at all seasons 1t will remain under the Medical
direction of Dr. GEORGE H0YT until the return of Dr.
ROGERS from Paris, in April, 1854.
TERMs-Usualy from 81 to SO per week. For treatment
without board, So to 81 per week. oct9 diff
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

Spy job Office. In connection with the office Of
this paper we have an extensive Job Printing Office, fur
presses, upon which fill any order for Printing
with netness and DESPATCH and at very low prices Cali
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04
MARRIED.

Julius III. SiedIsOf offers his services as teacher
of Ancient and Modern Languages to the public Office,
No. 1872 Main Street. sept1 diff
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

L.. Ii. Nichols, NJ d., Homeopathic Physician,
Residence No. 112 Main Street. Office Hours, from to
A. NJ; to 4, and to s p. NJ.
August s, 1858, div
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

. We shall publish DR.. wayIand's gseat
Speech entire, Tomorrow morning.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04
LOCAL ITEMS.

Nrw CAKs.--The Worcester g. Nashua Rail-
road will place two new and elegant passengers
cars, from the mandatory Of Osgood Bradley
upon their road to-day. These cars are of the
largest size, capable Of seating eighty persons,
and are models Of neatness, elegance, and COM
fort, throughout The cars were built at an ex-
pense Of 50 500 each, and reflect the highest
credit upon the taste and skill Of the builder and
his subordinates, and upon the enterprise
and liberalty of the managers Of the road.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

A new political faction has sprung up
in New York, called "Tadpoles." They are
of the Tammany Hall school.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

THE CoMEr.-This Celestial wanderer may
be seen very distinctly in the region Of sunset,
any pleasant evening during this week.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

School CoMMIrTEE.--The School Com
mttee met in the Common Council room on
Monday, afternoon, Sd inst.
Miss Doane and Miss Cross were elected prn-
cipal and assistant teachers Of the Pine Street
School.
The designations Of Miss HARDWOOD, as teacher
in the High School, Walnut Street; and Of Miss
Read, as principal Of the Pleasant Street School,
were accepted.
1t was voted 10 abolish the African School and
70 encourage the children, who have hitherto
been taught there, to attend the other Schools of
the city.
The rules for the Government of the Schools
were so amended as to suthorize the teachers to
retain refractory children after the regular school
hours.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

At the City Auction and Commission Store, No. Pearl
Street Worcester Consignments solicited and Auction
Business of all kinds promptly attended to-
JAMS d&wtf
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

Clutch and Gam bia.-5000 lbs Clutch; 5000 lbs
Gambia, just received and for sale by
G. S. & A. J. HOWE,
mch29 diff Worcester Bank Block.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

All Persons who would get living and grow fat,
will of read Ned DoS advertisement and will be
sure to obtain his work for making money.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

WORCESTER BANK DIviDENDs.-The fol-
lowing dividends of profits for the six months
ending April /, have been declared by the banks
in Worcester
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

ExTRAoRDINARY REscUE.-frank Hughes,
who was buried on Thursday, while at the bot
tom ofa well % feet deep, by dirt caving in 10
(. the depth Of Is feet, was rescued after FIVE and
a half hours digging. He was found in stand
ing position, alive, aud in the possession of his
senses. He was slightly bruised, but able to
walk home.-.Ne,o York paper.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

CURIoUs.-In boring an Artesian well in
New Orleans recently, the auger struck upon
the trunk of a cypress tree lying at distance
of $50 feet below the surface of the ground
and also below several firm beds of blue clay,
one of which was over 30 feet in thickness.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

Died at Quebec, March 10, Margaret GIee.
sou Burke, aged ITO years.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

Sparkling Soda Water, with the usual variety
of choice Syrups. Fifty Tickets for dollar.
l.. I. LAZELL, Apothecary,
may14 diff 201 Main Street
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-04-04

Worcester, IS. April Sd, 1854.
By virtue Of an Execution which issued Judgment
in favor Of John Nash of Portsmouth, in the state of V
gina Trader against Charles A. Harrington, Of Shrews
bury in County Of Worcester Trader, at the Noyem-
her term of the Supreme Judicial Court for the County of
suffolk A. D.. 1885, have taken all the right in Equity
that the said Charles A. Harrington had, on the 18th day
of November, A. d. 1851, the day when the same was
attached on process has, to redeem certain
mortgaged Real Estate lying in said Shrewsbury and
the same that is described in Mortgage Deed thereof
from the said Charles A. Harrington to Oliver H. Vince
lock recorded in the Registry Deeds for said County of
Worcester book 465, page 573, and on SATURDAY, the
18th day Of May next at O'Clock, in the afternoon at
my office, in the City of Worcester (No Briney Hail.
shall offer for sale by Public Auction to the highest bid
der said right in Equity of Redemption