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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19
The Murderer protected by
Law.

Last year, there was a Schoolmaster by
the name Of Butler from the North, teaching
school in the city of Louisville, Ky. lie
was an honorable honest, and highly edit
Gated man, and had a wife and one child
Ills manners were courteous, and his dspo-
stion amiable. and he was not known to
have an enemy.
In the same city there was rich aristo-
cratic family, by the name of Ward, who
owned slaves, and who sent son to Mr..
Buffers school.
One day Mr.. Butler whipped, not severely,
this Ward boy for violating the plain rules
of school.
When the brother of the boy heard Of the
punishment, lac went to pistol vender, and
bought two revoiyers, and had them loaded
and made ready for immediate use. Anolh-
er brother armed himself with bowie knife,
and both went to the school room, and en-
tered II without knocking. They called for
Mr.. Butler. lie came out from an adjoining
room, and saluted the Wards politely
Mathew Ward addressed an angry question
to Butler. Wards hand was erasping
pistol in his pocket. Mr.. Butler invited
them TO side room, where he would ex-
plain. They refused to go. Mr.. Butler
said he had no apology to give there for
whipping VIM. Ward. "You are id
liar" SAID Ward, and raised his hand. But
Ter placed his hand on Wards shoulder,
when Ward placed his pistol against But
lers breast. and fired ball through his
lungs. Mr.. Butler staggered and fell, say
ing My wife-my childw The other
Ward iloursbed his knife, and cried keep
Off" The Wards left and the scholars car
ried their dying teacher to a physicians
house, where he died the following evening.
Mat Ward has Just been tried for murder
and acquitted Thus have wealth, and So
cal custom, triunphed over law, and the
murder, cool and deliberate, of laboring
man is pronounced to beno murder in Ken
lucky
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

The two Wing papers Of this State that
have been agltating project for new par
~ arc backing down down." and are EVIL
IDENTITY ashamed of the imprudent course
they were taking. The Waterman now
distinctly ayows that it does not desire dis
solution of the Wing party, and that it does
not seek the formation of new one. The
Middlebury Register had previously made
similar ayowal. But the logic of these pa
pers Is less credifable than their disclaimer
which we must charitebly believe is the
result Of the false position they for once
found themselves occupying and to enable
them to get out oft decenty, we are willing
to overlook the manner. The Waterman
while it disavows any intention to favor a
new party, or dissolution Of the Wing par
ty, expresses a wish "fo enlarge lis bands"
This reminds rs of the Boston baker, who
disc'aImed any intention of raising the price
Of bread. The price per loaf was to be pre-
cisely what II had been-he was only going
10 make The loares a lille smaller.
But truce to all this The Wings of
Vermont "a soon TO ASSEMBLE in State Con-
vention, as may be seen by reference to a
notice at the head Of this column. There is
but one sentiment among the wings of Yer
Ai'ht W liip ANtbidcha VI
the extension of slavery. II is doing them
gross injustice to doubt this for moment.--
The Wings Of tins good old Green Noun
tain State must, and we doubt not will, pre-
sent an unbroken front, not only in the State
Convention, but throughout the approaching
campaign. If we do this, success is GER
tain.-Windsor Journal,
We have " backed down" from no position
we had taken, and undergone no change of
views or purpose. The Journal chose to
misunderstood us, and we have put it right /;
that Is all. Thanks to the Journal for its
little story of the Boston baker it will do as
an illustration Of the astonishing wisdom of
those wings, lif there are such,) who would
have The 'shig party precisely ,ohat IL has been
ONLY A LITTLE ssALLERl We beg the
Journal to believe that we are not Of that sort;
but rather desire to have the wing party BET
ter and bigger than ever it has been.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

The First Class Standard Reader by Epes
Sargent, author of the Standard Speaker.
Boston, Phillips, Sampson g. Co.
Not many days since gentleman, who
has had some experience by way of educa-
ting others as well as being educated, re-
marked that the old English Reader" was
very excellent book almost a classic - but
for that very reason he held that il was
bad school book. Soaring far above the
comprehension of youthful readers, it serv-
ed to fix a mechanical habit of reading, ex-
pressing neither the sense nor the spirit of
the language read and thus defeated the
main purpose of learning to read at all. The
book before us remedies this defect by an a.
bundance of explanations, and thus serves
to bring up the scholar to the level of his
teacher. friend, 10 whom we handed the
book for examination, remarks that the au-
thor has adopted some of !vebster's bad
rules as well as his good ones; but we do
not attach much importance TO the objection.
Any scholar who will master this book will
very soon be looking out authorities and
Judging for HIMSELF The book is hand
somely printed, and comprises so pages
on the principles of e.ocution, nearly 400
pages of exercises, and copious explanato-
ny index, forming the most complete book of
the kind that has ever been published. For
sale by S. NJ. Walton.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19
The New Banks

At Waterbury, Mortified and Bradford,
have commenced business, and we hereby
give notice that we are entirely willing to
receive their bran new bills in exchange for
certain other bills that are not half so good
looking-prinier's bills, of course. The
bills of the Mortified bank bear the names
of Calvin Answorth, President, and II. NJ.
Bates, Cashier; and of the Waterbury, l..
fiutchlns, President aud S. II. Stowell,
Cashier. BY the way, we observe that one
of the Mortified bills bears an admirably
engraved head Of the late Gov. Paine-an
accurate portrait, engraved by Tappan,
Carpenter, CASTELAR, g. Co., New York and
Philadelphia. 1t is gem.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

.lnoihsr Congressional Rop.-U flashing
ton, May l5.-Special Despatch, 3 P. NJ
The excitement in the House is indescriba-
Bile.
Mr.. Craige, of Ala, denounced Mr.. Hunt
of La, as factionist.
In the midst Of great confusion, Mr.. Hunt,
alter learning what was said, arose to speak.
tie said -" II the gentleman stigmatizes
me as a factitlonist, before God and man
pronounce It false" (Cries Of order, order,
and great tumult, members running all about
the hall.)
The Sergeant at-Arms, with his mace, at
length restored order.
II is understood that notes have passed be.
tween Messrs. Hunt and Craige, and duel
is expected.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

o. Leonard Scott g. Co., New York, 81
Gold Street, have already published the
Westminster QUARTERLY Review for April.
Manners and Fashlon-Schamyl, the Proph-
ct Warrior of the Caucasus-Thomas de
Quincy, and his AVorbs-and the Balance of
Power in Europe, are attractive titles in the
list of contents. Price So per year; for
two Reviews IS; for three 81 for the four
So; Backwood's Magazine So; Blackwood
and the four Reviews, $40. Visitors to New
York will find the publication Office at 10
Fulton Street, entrance 81 Gold Street
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

on the plains Of Nebraska,and the other near
the Rocky Mountains. They are altogether
the best specimens ever exhibited in this
part of the country-noble animals, together
weighing forty hundred--and every body
should see them. The land that furnishes
such animals is the spot for freemsn-a land
for farmers. BY all means see the buifaloes.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

The citizens of St Louis city and coun.
try, by much the largest vote they have ever
given on any question Of internal improve.
ment, have instructed the County Court to
subscribe 81 100000 to the stock Of the Pa
cihc Railroad, and TO pay the same by the
levy of a direct tar on the property Of them
selves, the citizens. so voting.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

The sore of William p. Downing, Of
w eshlnston, was entered last Saturday night
and sixteen hundred collars in cash stolen,
Together with sundry articles of merchandise,
mostly silks The burglar entered by break
ing into the cellar door, outside of the store,
and ascending the cellar stairs. The horse
of Hon. b. w. Bartholomew was missing
Sunday morning, and il is suspected that an
old mai, who had been about the village
short time, rode him ofi.-Uind. Jour.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19
Head Quarters for Merchants
who Sell Farming Imple-
ments.

We have just received and are now whole
sailing like hot cakes, large lot Of first rate
Steel Plate Hoes, cheaper than ever sold in
this market. Those who want had better
take them while they are going.
We are also getting in for the wholesale
trade full stock of scythes, snaths, stones,
forks, hand rakes, &c., all of the very best
make and at less than the usual jobbing pri-
ces.
See us before you buy.
OLIVER g. HELMER.
Montpelier, May II, 1854. S3:tf.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19
The Rs1saiions Of C,SisiopAsr North. Bos

The Re9eations Of Christopher North. Bos-
ton, Phillips, Sampson g. Co. 800 p. &C.
tayo.
II IS but few days ance the death of VIII
son vas announced, and now the most a.
greeable papers Of the most agreeable con-
tributor TO Z" Blsckwood" are furnished com
plets. The publishers have been prompt,
and will doubtless find their reward from the
many sdmirers Of genial old christopher"
For sale by 8. NJ. Walton.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

Small Por among The hdians.-The
Minnesota Democrat, of the Goth ut., con
tains report of d.. +. n. Mann. who had
been sent out by the Governor of Minnesota
to vaccinate the Chippewa Indians, among
whom the small pox was raging with great
violence. The party found that the disease
had made fearful destruction. In one band
forty seven had persisted. The Indians were
almost frantic with fear and dread of the
peslilence.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

Oar Parish, or .4nnais Of Pastor and PeO-
pie: Boston, l.. r. Crown g. Co.
The annals Of New England pastor and
his people could not easily fail of being a
popular book. This is decidedly popular,
and we suspect it deserves its popularity
At any rate, one of our family has commen-
ced the reading of ii in advance of US, and
has proceeded far enough 10 find it interest
ing. 450 pages, handsomely got up. For
sale by S. M. Walton.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

Hurry donaldson of Swanion started ON
the evening of the 9th ult, to go from The
fishing ground across Charcoal creek in
boat-a simple affair for sober man. But
Harry was drunk, aud SO fell from his boat
and was drowned in two and half feet of
water. p free Press.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

o. We understand tina, the Publishers
Of Our Parish" whose advertisement ap-
pears in another column, are obliged to keep
two power presses running to supply the de-
mand for that work.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

Life and Sayings o. Mrs. Pdrtiugion by
q. p. Shillaber Boston, Phillips, Samp-
son g. Co.
Handsomely illustrated, and the genuine
edition. Enough said For sale by S. NJ.
Walton.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

These grants are entirely aside from all
grants for military services, swamp lands
granted to the States, Railroad. grants or in
ternal improvements.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

.uvtin Meripaie is very good, snd beau.
tifaIiy printed in numbers. For sale by S.
'yslton, at l24 Genus a number.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19
Pratioe VS.. Theory.

The following table, taken from the N.
Y. Tribune, shows the practice Of tie U. S.
Government, to be strongly against the theo-
ry, and we may say sophis,ry, Of President
Pierce, as exhibited in his recent message
vetoing the INDECENT Insane Bill
Statements Of Donations. Grants, &C., o.
Public Lands in The several States and
Territories, up The 30h Of June, 1853.
Donations Giant for Grant for Grant for
aud Grants Dea fand individuals seats Of
fsr Schools Dumb and compan- govt and
States and Universities Asy les pub. build
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

II is worth while to notice that the Wing
Convention will do something besides
nominating candidates for State officers
Perhaps all interested can accept the call as
fair warning, and govern themselves ac-
cordingly.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19
Specimens of Nebraska.

A. b. Perno is
exhibiting to the
people of Mont.
pelier a pair Of no
BILE bufaloes-a
bull and a cow
caught wild, one
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

The damage by the food in Hartford is
estimated at 100000.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19
Wing State Convention.

The Annual Wing State Convention Of
the Wings Of Vermont, will be held at Rut.
laid, on Wednesday, the 9Th Of June next,
at IL o'clock, A. NJ, to nominate candidates
for State Officers FOR the ensuing political
year, aud also, to transact such other bust
ness as the Convention, when assembled,
may deem proper, preparatory to the next
annual State Election.
f. N. BRIGGS,
GEO. WARDNER, Uhig
b. ID. HARRIS, Central
ii. NJ. BATES, Comm.
c. II. HAYDEN.
May lst 1854.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1854-05-19

ion when II actually took place, whilst in
that which was annular in Washington in
September, 1898, and that which was total
near Savannah IN November, 1884, these
appearances could not be perceived by him,
although carefully looked for through a
screen composed of two glasses, one shaded
light req, the other light green.
Indeed, it is particularly desirable that at
some places there will be two observers
furnished with telescopes of nearly the same
optical power, but with screens colored
green and red, who, after the second con-
tact, shall exchange their instruments for
their observations on the third, aud shall
note carefully the appearances and phen.
omena by which each contact Is attended"
Railroad .lccidenf-On Saturday after
noon serious accident occurred on the
Northern road in the town of Bedford, near
Manchester, n. H. The facts as we learn
them were- as follows. A freight train run
ming north broke some of her machinery and
was unable to move. To avoid this, the pas
senger train running north, switched on to
the other track at the nearest station south
Of them aud come on at full speed. In pass
ing curve they came in collision with a
heavy freight train, demolishing both en-
gines, four freight cars, and two baggage
cars and their contents. One man named
Rollins, baggage master, was instantly kill
ed The engineers and tiremen all jumped
from tho trains. 1t was said by those pre-
sent to be one Of the most complete wrecks
of cars and engines ever known in New
England. 1t is very fortunate that no pass
engers were injured. 1t appears to have
been the result of sheer carelessness, as the
track on which they met belonged to
the freight, and the passenger train
was Of course in fault for running there.
Green M. Herald.
The above agrees nearly with the report
bere, though it should be added that the
passenger cars were also broken, and some
Of the passengers slightly injured.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1854-11-24
VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE.

The subscriber offers, at Private Sale, the val
liable Farm on which he at present resides, sit
uate Al miles west of Schellsburg, in Juniata
Township, Bedford County, on the Turnpike
Road leading from Bedford to Pittsburg, con-
tanning 246 acres OF good land, 125 acres clear
ed, 10 acres of meadow and land sufficient for
making as much more, The buildings are a
good dwelling house, part log and part stone,
the stone part rough-cast,) Bank Barn, Wagon
Shed, Granary. Dry-house, &c.--a Well of ex-
cellent water near the door, and a running
pump short distance off. Also, fine or
cAard OF choice fruit, say 900 trees, consist
ing of Apples, Cherries, Plums, Pears, sc.
About fifty acres ofthe land is we'll set in Glover.
70 Any person wishing TO purchase fine
Farm with small sum of money can do SO by
calling on the subscriber.
GEORGE G. BURNS.
June ., 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1854-11-24
CARTER,S SPANISH MIXTURE.

1tGi Il PaHlACLE. or NE hCDhI i4f H.
Let the afflicted Read and Ponder,
An Infallihle Remedy for Scrofula, Kings EVIL,
Rheumatism, Obstinate Cutaneous Eruptions,
Pimples or Postnles on the Face, Botches,
Boils, Ague and Fever, Chronic Sore Eyes,
Ring Worm or letter, Scald Head, Enlarge
ment and Pain of the Bones and Joints, Stub
born Ulcers, Syphilitic Disorders, Lumbago,
Spinal Complaints, and all Diseases arising
from an Iniudicious Use Of Mercury, Impru-
dence in Life, or Impurity Of the Blood.
% This great Alternative medicine and Pu-
rifer of the Blood is now used by Thousands of
grateful patients from all parts of the United
States, who testify daily to the remarkable
cures performed bv the greatest ofall medicines,
"CARTER'S SPANISH MIXTURE" Mem
ralgia, Rheumatism, Scrofula, Eruptions on the
Skin, Liver Disease, Feyers, Ulcers, Old Sores,
Affections ofthe Kidneys, Diseases of the Throat,
Female Complaints, Pains and Aching of the
Bones and Joints, are speedily put TO flight by
using this great and inestimabe remedy.
For all Diseases of the Blood, nothing has yet
been found to compare with it. 1t cieanseS the
system of all impurities, acts gently and ettl-
ciently on the Liver and Kidneys, strengthens
the Digestion, gives tone to the Stomach, makes
the skin clear and healthy, and restores the
Constitution, enfeebed by disease or broken
down by the excuses Of youth, to its pristine
vlgor and strength.
For the Ladies, it is incomparably better than
all the cosmetics ever used. A few doses of
CARTER's SPANISH MIXTURE will remove all
salowness of complexion. bring the roses mant-
ling to the cheek, give elasticity TO the step.
and improve the general health in remarka-
bic degree, beyond all the medicines ever heard
Of.
The large number of certificates which we
have received from persons from all parts ofthe
United States, is the best evidence that there is
no Humbug about it, The press, hotel keepers,
magistrates, physicians, and public men, well
known to the community, all add their trstimo-
nv to the wonderful effects of this GREAT
BLOOD PURIFIER.
Call on the AGENT and get a Circular and
Almanac, and read the wonderful cures this
truly greatest of all medicines has performed.
None genuine unless signed BENNETT &
BEERS, Propriptors, No. Pearl Street, Rich
mond, Va: to whom all orders for supplies and
agencies must be addressed.
Sold by DR.. F. C. REAMEE, Bedford }.
NJ. BARNDoLLAR, Bloody Run: A. B. BUM,
Schrlls5urg, and by Dealers in Medicines ev-
erywhere. Oct. 30, l854.-1y.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1854-11-24
1aENGE1E. m6lE-SE.

THE subscriber having removed to the Men
gle HOUSE, in the Borough Of Bedford, re-
Gently in the occupancy of Mr.. Isaac Mengp,
respectfully announces to his old friends, and
the public generally, that he IS fully prepared
to accommodate all who honor him with call,
and hopes to merit and receive a liberal share
of custom. He will make it his study to render
comfortable all who stop with him-and he in
vtes Travellers, Movers, Drovers, and persons
attending Court to give him a trial.
His stabling Is of the best quality, and COM
petent to accommodate large number ofhorses,
and it will always be attended by an oblging
and attentive hostler.
Boarders will be taken by the day, week.
month, or year, on reasonable terms.
Determined to spare neither pains nor eX-
pense to make his house what it should be, he
confidently relies upon the public for gener-
Gus support.
JAMES S. BECKWITH.
March 81, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1854-11-24
Hu,l.NEL s EsSENcE 0E coEEEE.

EVERY ONE who has used Hummers F..
sence Of Coffee, knows that one package will
90 as far as 4 pounds of the best Java Coffee
and coffee made by this Essence will preserve
perfectly the real taste Of Java coffee, but will
have a more delicate aud finer favor, finer
color. and will certainly be much wholesomer
for every person than pure Java Coffee
05~ For sale at DR.. B. f. HARRY'S npw
Drug and Book Store. Oct. 7, 1883.
OLD PEWTER & COPPER WANTED
The highest price, in cash or trade, allowed
for old Pewter and Copper.
GEO. BLYMIRE.
Sept. 9, 1853.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1854-11-24
ZINC PARTS.
One-fhird cheaper than White Leaa, and free from al
Poisonous Qualities.

One-tAird cheaper than, White Leaa, and free from all
Poisonous Qualities.
THE NEW JERSEY ZINC COMPANY
HAVING greatly enlarged their works, and
improved the quality Of their products, are pre-
pared to execute orders for their SUFERIoG
PAINTS DRY, ard GROUND IN OIL, in as
sorted packages of from % to 500 pounds; also
DRY, in barrels, of 200 pounds each. Their
WHITE ZINC, which is sold dry or ground in
oil. is warranted PURE and unsurpassed for
BODY and UNIFORM WHITENESS.
A method of preparation has recently been
discovered, which enables the Company TO war
rant their paints TO keep soft in the kegs for
any reasonable time. In this respect their
paints will be superior to any other in the mar
ket.
Their BROWN ZINC PAINT, which is sold
at low price, and can only be made from the
Zinc ores from New Jersey, is now well known
for its protective qualities when applied TO iron
or other metallic surfaces.
Their STONE COLOR PAINT possesses all
the properties of the Brown, and is of an agree
able color for painting Cottages, Depots, Gut
building, Bridges, SC.
Dealers supplied on liberal terms by their
Agents.
FRENCH & RICHARDS,
Vholesale Paint Dealers and Importers, ". W.
cor. Of l0th & market Sts., Philadelphia.
May 26, 1S54.-6m.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1854-11-24
81 ssfcgaes and .BeWelpv.

The subscriber would respectfully ANNOUNCE
10 bis customers and the pubhc generally, tba,
he has just received from the East, and is now,
opening at his old stand in the Borough Of Red
ford, nearly opposite the Bedford Hotel, vel,
selected assortment Of Watches and Jewelrr
consisting, in part, of Fine Gold Levers, Lep;65,
& Silver Watches-aso variety Of Gol5
Chains. Keys, Gold Pencils, & Pens-Rinys
Ear Rings, Bracelets, Breast Pins, Cuff Pins
&c. Albatta Spoons and Forks, and dav and
80 hour Clocks. Persons will find it to Their
interest to call and examine my stock. Nv
motto is quick sales and small profits Watch.
rs & Clocks repaired as usual.
H. NICODEMUs.
Aug. 26, 1853.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1854-11-24
cTRCULAR.

The undersigned present their most sincere thanks
to their numerous patrons for their very liberal pat
ToDage since opening the NEW STORE on the i4th
of April 1854, which has succeeded far beyond their
most sangaine expectations, and has inspired them
with renewed efforts TO replenish their spring supply
with such styles for the coming season, as cannot
fail TO please the most astdous. And, as our motto
QuIck SALES SMALL PRoFlrs, has been fully car
ried out, and will contnpe the ruling feature you
may rest assured of purchasing your goods at the
CHEAP SIDE at the very lowest possible prices
Respectfully,
RUPP & oSTER.
Tune 16 1874