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The Union and eastern journal. [volume] (Biddeford [Me.]) 1854-1858, 1854-06-09

One thing noticed Immediately by a Yam
kee is the largo number Of young men hold
ing Offices Of responsibility. Here they
Judge man not according to his years, buI
his abilities. The City Solicitor Of Detroit
is q young man Of about "a years Of age
The Assistant Postmaster Of the Same city
is but IS years old. and no has . s'lary Of
$1,000 wear. Young America is 10 the %.
cendant- .......,.a. ..I. .nIY
Money Is worth moro here than at the
East. To the capitalist every chance for in.
yes,meut Is open. A man with the neces.
sary amount Of means, and knowledge Of
the lumber trade, can here mako fortune.
This business Is ut present the best business
being done hero. Persons settling hero
avoid the hardships always attendant upon
a life In now country. They have no
churches to build, for they arc already
built. nor schools to establish, for they are
already established. 49,. u mra :,
The Maine Law here Is dead letter, the
judges being equally divided in opinion upon
the constitutionality Of tho law. Better
days IRE coming, however. The people have
once expr nsed their determination to have
a law to prohibi. the sale Of liquors, and at
The next session Of the Legislature there
win b Law passed that viii affect tho DO.
sired object. Maine is often cited as evi'
dence Of tho inutiliiy Of such laws; i being
urged BY the enemies Of tho measure, that
there Is more liquor sold and used In your
stats at present than before tho passage Of tho
Maine Law. These statements have no
The Union and eastern journal. [volume] (Biddeford [Me.]) 1854-1858, 1854-06-09

I quote his remarks, !. .rrg a-...I
''Now, it is admitted that difference Of
opinion exists between the different sections
OF the coniederacy, as to the period when
the right Of the people TO oct upon the nd.
mission or exclusion of slavery arises. On
tho one hand, IL Is said that this right exists
a. soon ar the territorial organization takes
place on the other hand il is maintained
that is Is in allegiance until the people pro.
coed to establish State Government.
Again be says: r| b. y
" The bill refers tho question Of legisla-
lion on the subject Of slavery to the people
Of the territories. One side maintains that
such legislation would not be authorized IN.
Ill the formation Of a State Government |;
the other, that il would DO rs soon as tho
Territorial Government 10 organised But
whether the one or tho other DO correct, do
hands upon the Constitution. The bill ex.
pressly, Though unnecessarily declares
that their legislation shall DO subject TO the
. Constitution of tho United S,ates.' And
the differences thus existing as 10 tho appro-
propriatc period Of legislating on this sub
,cct, Is leh 70 DO decided BY the judicial t'i-
buuslsaf the country, accordin 3 to the con-
stitutional right, and tho support OF tho
bill involves no compromise or ooneess'on oy
eitker sid" tar j y
The right Of popular sovereignty, or the
right Of tho people to legislate ON this vex'
cd question for themselves, 10 the thing, tho
IDEA in dispute, and is left by tho bill still IN
doubt, and q referred not 70 the people but
% the courts Toe settlements. 10 Other words,
q u is tho play Of Hamlet" with the char.
acier Of Hamlet omitted by special request.
The men IN my State who are In favor OF
this bill, support 10 upon tho ground, and
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

rs manageable bachelors, 3s who rejoice in the
possession of wife, and who is widower.
The age of the Oldest member of the Legisla-
ture is 46; that of the youngest 20.
Probably there is no State in the Union that
possesses so many beautiful names as Califor-
MIA. Among the places from which the men,
bers of the Legislature were sent, we find the
musical names of Ell Dorado, Sacramento, So
MONA, Nevada, Shasta, Marposa, Yuba, Napa,
Ophir, Yreka, Alameda, Colnma, Petaluma, Co.
lusi, Tulare, Pajaro, lone, Yolo, Solano, and Tu-
olumne
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
INSURANCE.

HNHE subscribers have been appointed Agents
Il for the following Responsible Companies
Metropolitan Insurance Co., of Boston, and
Northwestern Insurance Co., OF osyvego.
And are prepared to take risks on produce and
merchandise going East, at as low rates as by any
other company. We will also insure merchandise
from New York. Boston, Albany, or Buffalo, to
Grand Haven, ut rates satisfactory to those wish
ing Insurance.
Applications made to us, at our office, in Grand
Haven, will be promptly attended to.
HAXToN. CUTLER & WARTS.
Grand Haven, April II, 1854.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

10 For simplicity the Persian Government
takes precedence of all others. There are only
two officers in the kingdom-the ax-gathcrer and
the hangman. Apropos of simplicity-the Pain
Killer is one of the simplest of medicines, notwith-
standing its wonderful curative powers. 1t is en-
tirely vegetable, and perfectly SAFE See advertise
mcnt
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
Attachment Notice.

NOTICE is hereby given, that warrant of at
~ tachment has been issued from the office
of r. w. Duncan Circuit Court Commissioner
for the county of Ottawa, Michigan, against the
schooner President of Chicago, Illinois, vessel
used in navigating the waters of the State of Mich
gan, Alexander Crawford being her last com
mander.
This is, therefore, to require all persons who
claim to have any demands against said schooner,
her tackle, apparel furniture under the provis-
ions of chapter 122 of the revised statutes, ent-
tied of proceedings for the collection of demands
against ships boats and vessels" to deliver an ac-
count of their respective claims and demands to
me, within three months from the first publication
of this notice. their remedy against said schoon-
or will be forfeited, as said schooner, her tackle,
apparel and furniture, will be sold for the payment
of the claims against her, unless the owner, con-
signee or commander thereof, or some person
interested therein, appear and discharge said war;
rant according to law, within three months from
the first publication hereof.
And it is ordered that this notice be published
in the Grand River Times, newspaper published
at Grand Haven, in the county Of Ottawa, once in
each week for twelve successive weeks
r. w. DUNCAN, Circuit Court Commissioner for
Ottawa County, Mich l42 W l3.
Grand Haven, April 10, 1854.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
FALL AND WINTER CLOTHING

THE IRVING HALL CLOTHING STORE
II ORTER, BLAIR & Co has just received and are
III now receiving at their CLOTHING MANU-
FACTORY, a large and elegant stock OF
Broadcloths, Cassimeres, Docslkins, vestinEs,
Overcootings.
And is offering at prices which defy competition
the most extensive and varied assortment OF
READY MADE CLOTHING
That has ever been offered in Grand Rapids, all of
which is made in the best manner, latest styles and
expressly adapted to the wants of
GRAND RIVER CUSTOMERS.
His stock embraces a complete assortment of
OVERCOATS,
Such Black Broadcloth, Blue, Brown, Olive :,
Drab, Beaver Peter Sham Black and Blue Pilot
Double Twilled Beaver, Doeskin Himalaya and
Kamtschatka.
Fine Dress Frock and Box Coats, Black, Blue,
Green and Olive Sacks, Pelto Cashmere Business
Coats of all styles and qualities Tweeds and Ken
lucky Jeans, &c.
vests.-Such as Black Satin, Figured, Black and
Colored Velvet Silk Plush, Broadcloth, Valencia
Cashmere, comprising every variety adapted TO
the city and country trade.
Pants.-Such as Black Doeskin Cashmere, Fan
cy Plaid, Sleeps Gray, Black and Blue Satinett.
in fact, full and complete assortment.
Custom Work and Merchant Tailoring.
All kinds of Clothing made to order in the most
satisfactory manner, and warranted to fit in all
notice.
FURNISHING GOODS
Comprises almost every article needed for use,
Shirts and Collars, Drawers and Undershirts in
Silk, Saxony, Merino, Cotton and Linen.
STOCKS AND CRAVATS.
Black and Colored Satin Tab Stocks Black and
Colored Italian Silk Cravats, Embroidered Napo-
leon Ties, Plain Ties, Ericsson Ties Gloves Hosie-
ry, Suspenders, &c. My stock of
HATS AND CAPS
Is much larger than ever, embracing the most
fashionable style of black Silk Hats. Wool Kos
suth, Fur do, Fur and Wool Hungarian Hats, a
new article Brush Hats of all qualities. Boys
Wool Hats, Mems and Boys Cloth Caps all styles,
Silk, Wool, and Cotton Plush Hats.
Wholesale Department.
On account Of the large increase of my whole
sale business during the past season, have been
obliged to add another Room devoted exclusively
to the wholesale trade.
COUNTRY MERCHANTS
Are particularly invited to an examination of my
stock as they will find Goods better adapted to the
wants of their customers i'm this part of the State
than elsewhere, which will be sold on the most ia
! yorable terms
| Grand Rapids November /, 1853.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
JIARGNIc List.
ARRIVALS

April 25-Schrs. Illinois, Burke; LThroop, Clides-
dell L. r. billiard, Boyington.
26.-Schrs Reindeer, Flood; Z. Henderson Peter
son; Warren, Covly; j. Wallace, Lawrence f.
Steward, Sproat; G. Walker, Runnic; brig o. Rich
mond, Munroe.
27-Schrs. Dexter, Lalotte; Magic Bartlett
Speed, -; Rocky Mountain, Stoker
30.-Schrs. Three Bells, -; Illinois, Burke
Covly; Lady Jane, Henderson; L. Henderson, Pc
terson.
CLEARED.
April 25.-Schr, N. Hampshire, Warren.
26-Schrs Mezar, -; Lady Jane, Hender-
son; Illinois, Burke l.. Throop Clidesdell; Rocky
Mountain Stoker; p. Hayden, Kerr
2S.-Schrs. Reindeer, Flood; +. Henderson, Pc
terson; }. Wallace Lawrence; i. p. billiard, Boy
ington; Warren, Covly; Dexter, Laotte Speed,
-; L. Steward, Sproat G. Walker Runnie.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
The Old Cataract

IN full blast again. New arrival of Choice APP
Il pies, Candies Nuts, Fresh Oysters, Soap, Cas-
STA, Nutmegs, Cloves, Peppersauce, Pickles, Sar-
zines, Herring Smoking and Chewing Tobacco,
Brooms; Pocket Combs, Percussion. Caps, Pipes,
Mustard, and Crackers H. Eaton.
Grand Haven, January 2s, 1851. 1892 If.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

"srand Haven Observation-Disclosures, 50 and SO;
Shingles II and II S.; Lath, 16 and 20 S. per NJ
Slaves, IS; Single Bolts, 81 per cord Pine Tim
Der and c., according to size and length; Hem
lock Bark SO and $3.50
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
LAKE SHORE PACKET,

TINE subscribers having purchased the stock
Il of Goods of Messrs. Gilbert & Co.. have re-
moved them to their old stand, lately occupied by
II. Martin, where they will be happy to see all
their old customers and as many new ones as will
call. We shall be making additions to our stock
in few days. and will make it for the interest of
all those wanting to purchase good Goods, at low
rates, to buy of us
Our motto will be the "Nimble sxpence," and
we are determined not to be undersold by any
other establishment in the Grand River Valley.
HAXToN. CUTLER & WARTS.
Grand Haven, Feb. %, 1854.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
CLEARED.
NEW GOODS
BY THE STEAMER PACIFIC.

'INHE Largest, Best, and most complete assert
L ment of Dry Goods, Boots, Shoes, Hats and
Caps, Clothing and Straw Goods, ever brought in
to this market are now being opened and for sale
cheap, by HAxToN CUTLER & WARTS.
May l, 1851.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
1854. FERRY &c SONS,

FORWARDING g. COADfISSION
MERCHANTS,
Contra, Bocss, Water 5t., Grand Haven. Mich.
Goods from Chicago, deposited with
u. NJ MITCHELL 8. CO.,
i92 and lsl FIRE Proof Warehouse, Water ST..
Chicago, will be Forwarded without delay.
VIM. M. FEnRY. VIM. N. FERRY. Jr..
THos. w. FERRy
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

TIME heaviest assortment of ready made CLOTH
/ ing. Flannel Knit, Hickory and Fine Shirts
brought into Grand Haven, can be found at
FERRY & Sons.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

THE DARIEN EXPEDITIoN.-The great Expe-
dition which was sent out to survey the 18TH
mus of Darien, for the purpose of constructing
a ship canal, has turned out to be disastrous
failure, so far as the possibility Of executing
such a work is concerned. Surveying parties
were sent out by the American, French and
British governments, all working in unison, but
moving on different lines. Lieut.. Strain, of the
American party, who at one time was supposed
TO be lost has turned up alive, as many of those
who knew him well predicted; but alas, many
of his brave companions will return TO their ma
tive land no more 1t is said that Lient. Strain
went out with Col. Blacks map, that had been
submitted to the Navy Department. and proceed
ed with that map as n guide, to the INFERIOR
There he found that the map, like many other
maps of Railroads and Canals, was q topograph-
ical delusion.
Where river was laid down on the map he
found mountain, and instead of plains he dis
covered SierraS.
And thus, this splendid scheme, about which
three great nations INDUCED such hopes, for uni
ting the Atlantic and Pacific by short cut, is
dashed at once to pieces Nothing now remains
for us, then, to shorten the distance-commer-
cialy-to our Pacific possessions but railroad,
and the sooner one is constructed, SO much the
better for our country. Scientific American
The objects Of the Southern Convention, now
in session at Charleston, s. c., are thus set forth
in a Southern exchange:
To establish Southern continental depot
for cotton, for its direct expectation by plant
ers.
To build up Southern importing market, in
opposition to New York.
70 increase their railroads.
To make the Southern States attractive to
emigrants.
TO stimulate manufactures and general ind US
try.
To establish Southern institutions for learn :.
ing.
The Hartford Times says, Samuel Colt has re-
ceivcd an order from the British Government to
furnish their Baltic fleet with 5000 of his Navy
Pistols, as soon as possible; and he is notified
that the entire fleet is to be furnished with them.
The armory in Hartford will be required TO do
u good portion of this work, and probably the
European orders for Colts Pistols will be i'm
mense. The European war will cause steady
stream of gold TO flow into Colts pockets
Probably there is no other manufacturer of any
description in the world who is making money
rs rapidly as this gentleman The Sultan is pre-.
pared to purchase as many of his arms as can be
furnished.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

NOTICE.-We are prepared, as usual to make
~ advances of Cash, Grain and Merchandise,
to assist those who have pine timber, and wish to
contract logs.
Feb. %, 1854. GILBERT & Co.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

SELLING OFF AT COST!
Mill Point Drug and Variety Store.
r AM now offering my entire stock of Winter
i Goods; consisting of Cloths, Cassmeres, Vest
ings, Flannels, Alpaccas and Deaines, Prints, Ho-
siery, ready made Vests, Flannel Shirts and Draw
ers, Ladies' Cloaks, Mems and Boys Silk, Plush,
Mohair and Cloth Caps, &C., &c.
NOW is THE TIME FOR BARGAINS!
In the purchase of these articles. Terms, cash,
and invariably one price,
L. s. SMITH.
Mill Point, February 8, 1854.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
ETNA INSURANCE CO., Hartford, Conn.
Chartered, 1919.
CASH CAPITAL. $500, 900.

Il NoUhEo Merchandlse generaIIy, oIOres, DWeIl-
vate, Mills, Manufactures, &c.; and takes Inland
Risks of property by Lakes, Rivers, Canals, and
Land Carriage to all parts of the Union. Rates of
Premium as low as security to the insured permits.
Policies on Fire and Inland Risks issued on ia
vorable terms, by
HAxToN, CUTLER & WARTS, Agents at Grand
Haven, Mich.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

VNTINDOW Curtain Paper received this morn
Wv ing, and for sale at f. Sons.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

MORE Trimmings, received this morning by
W. the Pacific, another lot of velvet ribbons,
gimps, brads and fringes, also new article, ofve-
vet buttons of different colors we are now prepar-
ed with trimmings of all Sorts to fit out from silk
to calico dresses FERRY Sons.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

1SO BBLS. WARRANTED Extra Heavy Mess
lCU Pork, just received and for sale, by
HAxTON, CUTLER & WARTS.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

GIBBONS Ribbons, winter stock of bonnet
LII and other ribbons, for sale by +. & Sous.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

WE are now receiving large stock of very
w, nice Sugar, which we are selling, IS lbs. for
one dollar He. g.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

A CARGO. by the schooner Magic, has just ar
N rived from Chicago, consisting of Dried APP
pies, beans, onions, potatoes, pork beef lard but
ter corn and oats. which are for sale at +. & Sons
Grand Haven Oct. 90, 1853.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

VNTISTAR'S Balsam of Wild Cherry for diseases
Wv of the lungs at FERRY Sons.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

TONER'S TOOLS-such as Chises, Squares,
81 Hammers, Hatchets, ADDS, Augers, Gmets,
Hand and Back Saws, Chalk Lines and Screw
Drivers, at FERRY g. SONS.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

ErulC Trees, :,
AM now receiving, direct from the celebrated
il Toledo Nursery, a large supply of the best va,
rieties of fruits and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and
Plants. Orders will be faithfully and promptly
filed N. A. MCLENATHAN, Agent
Grand Rapids, November, 1858. III u
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

CtIGARS!- Sc Jenny Lind" and the Lone Star"
~ brand Of Cigars to be found for sale at
FERRY & SONS.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03

CRAVATS, Stocks, and Hdkfs., of all variety
" and prices, to suit customers, may be found ut
Il. Sons.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-05-03
HATS and CAPS.

II OSSUTH, Hungarian, Union, Plush. Beaver
IN Jockey, and other styles Hats and caps, are
for sale at FERRY SONS.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-11-19

arS suppusS by hs solss<r, Cor Witch however be
rsrpsvss = sssnsl His~ snes Il about voeea. The
s<ccsesoess sxs msas cf ks<h<r % ne Euro cean
plan ~ srns syx atns unskse saa bsyoa>es, II
sisker EsghsA o. psrsn n<su'sctars. NH - latter
ere q szsss>srsy God gaaisy. rhs sssnssioo n
N tee rssbs. GA IL nsn are raod sboss, mss1u-
we soaty ssS ere scAsrsh &~sfy nrder AIM.
I've r~xin<nxs sorU . bsissoe lf~r) vnleh 10
tia ccnmsa1 a. C~rerN 81 hsigS1e, l>0 1sv
AnS tucw nHvs tsixN6<s eonssstats tivs~lon, com
nsn1et ~ csssasA. tSkvdsvl A Gems ri arChlsf
y GO ~ lwsrftsss~sss o Marshal. a ~sr-s st-oss.
The wG M ifer 3 - sitis ~ ws~B.t Ms en-, and
Ne y s.suasd " . uAG exc<r. unisibg Ne faoc-
tiess Il eur Ae1sssrt end Qoart<r Msswr GsnsrA' .
nspsrEenss, sne h dsaynNt~d AdjntAnt BsshL OF
us three rsxin<ne ~ Cuwas ~ IL or B<hAderzn
khA~sa ~ sfsnssNs ocrr~. and eomys~pd sxcsa.
sively 81 Ghrss enc ssh<r k1h,~xts o. he empi
rfugc<~; y 10 o. preesAt ecmmsndsl by Ra-w an
rasec senses Ma. rhs u rsg,ment Il called
tie cd crsst. ssd ~ "a sss ace Gssrd a Kara
mania.
Tie ps~stlop Il he Co,ensl scu<vAss resembles
that a tne Coonsi rfepss t&irs Ia tn~ Austrian sr
viesA The festnsm n W . certain extent his pro
petty, sIo u powsr 10 sh~cluse. ~ cen execus<
capital puns<hnssf ~ th< ta~.ins6o. nut there /.
che n aId ss'y s6 csus ecs. IN me chsrH ss~r "a
The men 10 ms lvss sba. Sstsoaxh sk~y eepxraly
rsDesr inylicit ehsswncs " ths Coicnsi. yet v,en
be sressly sbusss hts power. o. xxercises n In Z
cruel GO . rsnrirA ms1nsr, sixh<r watiny and kil
Tim, or msbe hn vsi~pn~r End ssnd hin 10 the sash
xnh . request tkss he may ~ removed. A. Z
nutiry ssfioes ansir, thsse requests. WI are
rare. are sl~sys coupnsd sitt bas . relative
gsrs SLY hrvtbtr, q Me form~s commsndant Il
srpcint&d.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-11-19

English Defence OF the Saint Arnaud Letter.
From the London Chronicle Nov I'll
In ore Of Theodore HOOKS welLknown novels, a
worthy pe,e de t0Nnsis, who has exchanged the 10
rensis for tho clerical robe, frankly confesses the
embara ssment whi:h oppressed him ON his frst
appearance in the pulpit. O0e reflection, however,
presented itself for his There was no.
body on the other side'-so he took courage, and
successfully surmounted the difficulties of his new
career. The same conviction appears to animate
those indefatgable assailants Of British policy at
home and abroad, whose daily criticisms afford so
much amusement 70 the more nsible portion of thu
community. Il is true, In a certain sense, that
there 10 nobody on the other side. Our commanders
have at present too much serious work upon tle.r
hands TO have leisure for pay ing any great attention
to calumnies which, by the time they reach tina
Or mes, have grown stale, and been repl iced by
other inventions equally absurd; nor indeed could
they consistently with the claims Of professional
duty and propriety bestow on their slanderers the
homer Of refutation. Nor are her Msiesty's civil
advisers more at liberty TO enter on their own de
fence, however fully they may be aware that few
words would destroy the whole tissue OF falseho,d,
They must respect the obligations OF official re-
serve, and wait with patience till the time shall ar
rive when, without injury TO the public service.
they may frankly and distinc y explain the course
which they have adopted, and the motives vbich
have gui ed them. What phase the charges aQains.
then may before that PERIOD have assumed, il s of
course imp, ssib,e 10 conjecture. Their enemies
win probably have found II convenient to forget,
but The impartial public will recoIIsct the mon