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The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1855-10-25
G0urational.
From tie Penn'a School Journal.
Short and Thorough.

Mr.. EDIToR:-I deem the above an ex-
cellent motto for the teacher. have lit
tie faith in long lessons. 1t is all-import-
ant that the teacher perform his labor well.
But it is clearly impossible for any kind
of work to be well done, when too much
is undertaken at once. Especially is this
the case with our school-room labors.-
If long lessons are undertaken, it can not
be expected that either teacher or pupils,
will do their work Alright.
In prescribing lessons, teachers should
remember that they have serious duties
to discharge, in connection with the same.
1t is not enough for them to merely "hear
the lesson" Something more than mere
ear-work is required, on their part. They
must simplify, explain, illustrate, expound
the lessons; and they should see to 1t,
that the lessons are sufficiently brief, to
leave them ample time for this important
work.
Neither is it enough for the pupil, mere
" to commit to memory and recite his
task. He may do this, and yet be very
ignorant of it. The simple fact, that a
child can commit to memory easily, is no
good reason why long lesson should be
allotted to it. The task shauld be no
longer than the child can completely mas
ter and understand. Teachers ought not
to allow children to deceive them, by re-
peating their lessons from memory
They must inquire into the actual under
standing of the pupil, and make sure that
the lesson is comprehended.
We must not forget, that the learner is
benefited by what be understands of the
lesson, and no more. Therefore, l be-
lieve the only safe plan is, to prescribe
short lessons. Such only, can be proper
ly learned by the pupils, and 10 others
can be rightly heard and expounded by
the teacher. knowledge must be acquir'
ed little by little. Men do not become
wise or learned in day, Better be two
days in acquiring one new idea, than to
learn the half of two ideas in one day
And never, nerer should lesson be left,
until it is completely conquered-entire-
ly, thoroughly, understood. Only then,
is the learner prepared for the next les
son. But [ must close, Want of time
has compelled me to be too prolix already.
T. P.
Cornwall, Lebanon Co., Sept, %, 1855
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an Honest Boy.

"That is right my boy" said the mer-
chant smiling apprOSingly upon the bright
features of his shop hoy. He had brought
him dollar that lay amongst the dust
and papers of the sw eepings.
"That is right" he said again. "Ai-
ways be honest, it is the best policy"
"Should you say that asked the young
lad timidly.
"Should l sag what! that honesty is
the best policy! Why, it is a time bonored
old saying. don't know what the ele-
evatinc te ndncy of the thing may be, the
true spirit is rather narrow, I'll allow"
$50 gradmother taught me-" said the
boy; "she said we should Go right, be-
cause God approved it, without thinking
what man would say"
The merchant turned abruptly towards
the desk, and the thoughtful faced little
lad resumed his duties.
In the course of the morning, rich
and influential citizen called at the store
While conyersing be said, 81 have no
Children of my own, and | fear to adopt
one. My experience is, that boy oi
twelve years, Che age that | should pre-,
fer is fixed in bis habits, and if they arc
bad i"
Stop said The merchant, "did you see
that lad yonder!"
with that noble brow! Yes, what o.
him7'
"Hc IS remarkable-"
"Yes, yes, that's what every body tells
me who has boy to dispose of. No doubt
he'll do well enough before your face.
have tried a good many, and have beer
deceived more than once"
was going to say" remarked the mer
chant calmly, chat he is remarkakb bl'
for principle Never have | known bin
to deyiate from the right, sir-never. HI
would restore pin; indeed, (the mer
chant colored, be is little too homes
for my employ He points out flaws il
goods, and | cannot teach him prudence
in that respect. Common prudence, you
know, w,is-common-prudence--ahem."
The stranger made no assent, and the
merchant buried to say:
''He was a parish orpEan-taken BY
an old women out of pity, when yet a
babe. No doubt he has suffered from
cold and hunger uncounted times. Hl'
hands have been frozen, and SO have his
feet. Sir the boy would have died rath
er than be dishonest. / can't account
for it, upon my word can't"
"Haye you any claim on him!'
ssNot the least in the world except What
common benevoience offers. Indeed, the
boy is entirely too good for me-"
Then / win adopt him; if / baVe found
one really honest boy, thank God"
The little fellow rode home in a carri-
age and was ushercd into a luxurious
home; and be who had sat shivering in a
cold corner listening to the words of a
poor pious creature, who had been taught
of the spirit, became one of the best and
greatest diyines that the world ever pro
duced.
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WHO IS to Mame.-Give the ladies full
permission of surprising the lilies of the
field in glory of appearance. The press
must stop its abuse of the women. and
look after the men. The extravigance of
the lattdr in cigars, brandy toddies, fast
horses, and doubtful luxurics is infinitely
more ruinous than that of the ladies in
lace and brocade; the former is ruinous
to health, morals, and purse, while the
latter only slightly damages the pockets
of the "lords and masters" Let the la
dies continue to flourish.
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1855-10-25

A Season at Nercpont.-A writer in the
Providence Journal estimates the ordina-
ry expenses of gentlemen and lady at
one of the Newport hotels for the season
including the usual extra charges for
washing, bathing, rides, concerts, &C., at
the most economical rate. at two thou
sand dollars Many it is said, spend that
sum before the season is half over.
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1855-10-25

When Sir Walter Scott was urged not to
prop up the falling credit of an ecquaint-
ance, he replied, "Thc man was my
friend when friends were few; and | will
be his, now that his enemies are many.
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Human GLOry.-Tbere are two things
which ought to teach us to think but
meanly of human glory; the very best
have had their calumniators, the yer worst
their panegyrists
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1855-10-25

Petitions, directed to the House of
Representatives, are in circulation in
Pennsylvania, praying that body to i'm
peach Judge Kane, for his action in the
Williamson case.
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Eating ones meat with silver fork,
while the butchers bill has not been paid
is called genteel,
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30
J. NJ. DOM.
WIN. p. SHEDD.
josiah MELVIN.

SALr RIvsR.--We speak from experience when
we say that there Is no more pleasant and delight
full stream In the world than Salt river. We have
lived upon It's banks all our days, and nearly all
the best friends we have in the world live there
with us, and utterly astonished at ourselves,
that we should ever have felt or expressed wish
to leave it for less inviting regions To be sure,
there are no "spiies" there to gladden. the hearts
of worldly and selfish natures; but we have never
been accustomed to the s'spies," and indeed we
feel entirely too spiritual ever to care about things
so gross and far beneath the aspirations of i'm
mortals. We are exceedingly gratifed that we
are thus happily constituted.
II this election should result In continuing us as
sojourners at this attractive retreat, il will do no
more than all preceding elections have done, and
we shall bow to the popular will with the pro-
foundest reverence, and with the best possible
temper. We shall occasionally drop line OF. two
to the Examiner, Enquirer, South-Side Democrat,
Lynchburg Republican, and such other Democratic
presses as may require our services.
To each and every Know Nothing in the State,
we tender our sincere coincidence and sympathy
Remaining merely, that they deserved success for
they worked like beavers, and did some immensely
tall Dragging. We are not advised that the Wing
party in contest at all, though we all gave what
aid and comfort we could to our friends Of the
American party, and shall cheerfully do so again
whenever the conflict recurs between them and
our ancient enemies.
To the world at large and the ''rest Of mankind, y
will merely state that we mean to battle against
Juntoism and Locofocoism, and the fnrria power
in this country, as long as we can wag tongue or
WELD pen. Defeat hath no terrors for our soul
Richmond Wing.
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Joint Resolution In Relation TO the Ensu-
ing EloctiOu.

Joint Resolution In Relation 10 the Ensu-
ing Electi0n.
Resolved, de-, That the Commissioners of Flee
ton in the respective Wards at the ensuing cleo
ton for officers and members Of this Corporation
shall be- and they hereby, requested after said
election shall have been held, and before the bal
lots are counted to invite or permit two persons
OF respectable standing Of each party to be present
at each election precinct and witness the counting
Of said ballots and the making up Of the returns
thereof; but before being permitted to enter the
room they shall first take an oath not to modest or
disturb in any way the Commissioners In the dis
charge Of their duties, or handle the ballots.
Resolved Thatthe Commissioners Of the Election
70 be held ON the 4th day of June next, be and
they are hereby requested to make the tickets de-
posted for members of the Board of Aldermen and
Common Council and other Corporation officers
part Of their official returns.
Passed by the Board Of Aldermen, May 2S,
1855.
Ma. Error: The above resolutions were passed
by the Board of Aldermen on last Monday. They
were introduced by an alderman from the Fifth
Ward, with no reasonable expectation that they
would be passed BY the Board of Common Council
They are either intended for political capital, or
designed TO reflect upon the honor and honesty of
those citizens selected as Commissioners of Elec-
ton, to be held on the first Monday in June. Had
such resolutions been passed by both Boards, not
one OF the commissioners could have held his posi-
ton without degrading himself In the estimation Of
all good citizens. Such resolutions could emanate
only from a corrupt source; and as those select
Cd, we throw them back whence they came, as
the only 1T place for Judgment. None Of the
commissioners would object i presume, to count
the ballots In the presence Of the assembled world
were 1t possible but to be compelled to submit to
degrading espionage, such as has never before
been found necessary, even when party lines have
been drawn to the utmost tension is too degrading
for any free-born American citizen. None but
slaves, such as are being transplanted upon the
soil OF our once happy country, could conceive such
measure, or submit to its requirements. There
Is too much cunning. in it. The introducer has
oyerreached himself, but he may rest assured that
there is at least ~ much inbred honesty Of pur-
pose in those selected to hold the election on next
Monday as there ia in those who think all are dis
honest but themselves.
]. M. Down.
VIM. p. SHEDD.
JOSIAH MELyIN.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30

Mrs. PUTYITs BoARpNe HousE.--A very gen.
teel establishment is Mrs. Pufit's--very. One may
be assured Of that by the way In which meals are
served. There is no vulgar superauity at Mrs.
Puffts table. The smallest quantity Of food Is
placed symmetrically upon the greatest number OF
gilt-edged plates. Coarsc-minded persons, unused
to society, might say there not enough TO eat.
But what Of thati The silver saltcelars are carved
superbly and the napkins are of the finest quality.
Even If the joints Of the meat have to be carved
to make them 20 around, surely the silver forks
aud fnger-glasses are an ample compensation for
such slight deficiencies.
Things are called by their right names at Mrs.
Pufit's, too. She never asks any one IL she shall
help them to potato-no, indeed She inquiries
II she shall accommodate them TO a poDDae d,
ferrer Neither does abe send piece Of pump.
kin-pie TO Mr.. Glubbns. She says, Jeemes, the
pompion pastry to Mr.. Glubbins !" and Mr.. Club
bins is forthwith provided with triangular wedge
of that article, nearly the size Of his own finger
and an immensely large silver fork TO eat II with
And then II is worth something to see Mrs. Pufh
preside. She always dresses in black velvet al
dinner time, and she has such a pretty, juvenile
way Of struggling her fat, white shoulders out Of
bodice, and is so ingenious in the display Of her
pretty arms and glitterng bracelets, that It Is
treat to see her. And then the society. They are
not at all commonplace people at Mrs. Pufhts-
not by any means
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30
From John Wentworth's Chicago Democrat.
A Proclamation about the Higher Law
from George N, Sanders.

We call attention to the proclamation Of George
N. Sanders, of the United States, to the Demo
Gratis Of Virginia. II is George all over.
The last proclamation he made was to the peo-
pie Of France, against young Bonaparte.
Sanders, be it remembered, is the man who in
vented the term "old fogy, as applied to antiquat-
ed politicians. He was employed by Judge Doug
las to father his articles in the Democratic Review
after he purchased it, and which attacked General
Glass; Gen. Butler, &C., &c.
After General Pierce was inaugurated, he asked
Judge Douglas what Illinois claimed. The Judge
replied, "Nothing, only want Sanders provided
for"
SIS there nothing else that would suit you bet
ter"
Nothing" said the Judge.
SO Sanders was made consul to London, and
then Gen. Pierce and all his cabinet went to work
and had him rejected.
Judge Douglas and two other Democrats only
voted for him. General Shields fought against him
and voted against him, and this caused the hard
feelings between Judge Douglas and General
Shields, which eventuated in the defeat Of General
Shields.
Sanders was in ecstaces at the defeat Of Shields,
and we wonder that he did not issue his procama-
ton to the people Of Illinois congratulating them.
Sanders is down upon Senator Hunter because
Hunter voted to reject him. In this we think
Hunter was wrong as he voted to confirm many
worse men than Sanders, although all be true that
is said against Sanders, which we are not prepared
to admit.
Sanders had claims on Hunter, as he wanted
Hunter to be Vice President when Douglas vas
made President, and we remember that he once
sent to us very able article, and written by an
ADLER hand than his, too, in favor of Hunter as
Vice President.
We hear that Mr.. Sanders is soon to make a
proclamation to the people of the United Safes
touching the Presidency.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30
"Tom Thumb The Great. !.

This was the title bestowed upon Wise by John
Quincy Adams, after one of bis ridiculous TRADES
in the House of Representatives, against some
foreign power-France or England, we believe.
There certainly never was more appropriate title,
and no ever took more pains to deserve soubr-
quett the recipient of it has done in this
In the first place, he threatened when he was gov
ernor to erect gallows as high as that of Hannah
upon which he proposed to hang his friends and
associates, the abolitionists, ifthey yentured to
cross the Potomac. Now, he rejoices that he has
his foot on the neck of g Sam ~ The Lord have
mercy upon us Henry A. Wise, the candidate
of foreigners and Roman Catholics-made COVER
nor by an ignominious triumph over his own coun-
trymen through the fundamentally of Irish pau
pers who cannot read, and German convicts, who
cannot even speak English-fallng far below even
Joe johnson in the majority which be has thus OBJ
tanned, although the vote taken is larger by at
least 40, 000-Hcnry A. Wise, to talk about having
his foot upon the neck Of the great American
party!
What Is the man thinking aboutS He was
very active agent in fastening the present consttu-
ton upon us. Does he not know that by that
constitution the Governor Is a mere cypher-a
sort Of public pauper, furnished with lodgings at
the expense of the Statey Does he not know
that, save in the article Of removing few inspect
ors from Office, he yields no power at all Does
be not know that Joe johnson has already swept
the decks and that nothing is left for him TO do 7
His foot on the neck Of "Samln This Is In the
true Tom Thumb style Of grandoquence. Sam
was never so powerful as he Is at this moment. His
numbers, far from being diminished, have been
multiplied already by the defeat Of Thursday last.
They viii go on increasing, until the day OF the
Presidential election and then It viii be seen whe-
Their " Tom Thumb the Great can swallow the
COW, or whether the COW will swallow him.-Rich.
Post
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30

FAIR AT GKoRGKIowH.--Wo hope our numerous
readers will not forget that Fair 10 now In pro.
gress In Georgetown for Tho benefit Of the Motho.
dist Episcopal Church. The Fair, We arc assured,
Is one Of the most attractive that has been held In
that city for many years, and the refreshments
consist OF delicious strawberries, ice creams and
all the luxures Of this season. Our friends In this
city who wish TO pass an hour or two very agree
ably, cannot do better than make an excursion to
the Georgetown Fair this afternoon.
Poor HUMANITY. yellow woman, neatly
dressed and apparently Of the better class Of this
color, begged 10 be sent to the asylum yesterday,
and repeated her petition this morning As she
10 not charged with being vagrant, or any other
character by which she could be legally sent to the
place she desired to go to, nothing could be done
in the matter
At meeting Of the Washington Artillery, held
on the evening Of the 9th instant, tho following
officers were elected:
Captain, Charles @. Mills; LIST Lieutenant Jack
son Humphrey I'd Lieutenant, John 3. Crampsey |;
Sd Lieutenant, Samuel G. Espey; Ensign, John r.
Pierce; Or Master, --- Rock ; LIST Sergeant, Pc
ter Pope; I'd Sergeant, John Webster; Sd Sergeant,
John II. Cooke; 4th Sergeant, w. 3. Richards.
MArsmosIAL--Thereh have been 81 intentions
Of marriage registered at the Clerks Office during
the present month. There were but 90 of such
notices recorded in April, showing large increase
Of the connubial disposition among our people.
AssAULr.---Oficer Allen arrested yesterday Alex
Eggleston for assaulting and maltrcating Samuel
d. Crown. He was taken before Magistrate Nor
SELL where the case was continued for further hear
ing, the defendant giving the required security to
appear at the appointed time.
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UNITED STATES, COURT OF CLAIMS.
Real Estate, Bounty Land, and General
Agency, mt Washington City.

HtHARLES X. SHERMAN, Attorpey at Law,
~ and JAMES g. WALKER, Of Tennessee, late
Residing Clerk in the House Of Representatives have
associated themselves together for the purpose Of
prosecuting Claims against the Government either
before the recently established Court Of Claims Con-
gress, or the several Executive Departments.
In all cases before the Court Of CgaDls and others,
involving legal questions, they will be aided by Mr..
CHARLES +. SHERMAN, well known here, and in the
South and West as an experienced lawyer. They
will give personal and prompt attention to all busi-
Land eases, well TO renting, leasing, selling and
purchasing Real Estate.
They beg leave to refer 10 members and ex-mem-
bers OF Congress in the several States and Territories
and 70 the Correspondents Of Mr. Charles f. Sherman.
Office No. AIS, Third street, one door north Of
Gadsby's Hotel April 2s--deokwH
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30

NOR sALE.-IS,O 900 bushels mill Onal,
u such 40 Middlings, Shipstun, and Shorts.
Persons IN want viii find 4 TO their advantage TO
give us call aud learn our prices
Corn and background Corn Meal daily, wholesale
and retail j. DOUGLAS A Co,
Old Railroad Depot Pennsylvania avenue
NAV l9-ff
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C. w. BOTELER, Auctioneer.
MAnSVTIVE SnIa If 81 verv yalun HE Iat

&c w. bOIELETt, AuctIOnttF.
DOSITIVE Sale Of a very valuable lot q t
u auction on Monday afternoon, june 4th, at D
o'clock, shall sell on the premises part Of original
Lot4. 9a
Forming the northeast corner Of Square STA 'front.'
ing 1874 on Indiana avenue G street north and lst
street west average depth 90 feet containing about
4,3bg square feet This corner is considered yalna-
BILE business location fronting three streets, and
Grounds.
Terms One-fourth cash, balance Q, u, IS and %
months, for notes bearing interest secured by decd
of trust. O. w. BOTELER,
may 25-eod Auctioneer.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30

New YoRK, May 24.--Cotton Is firm, with an
upward tendency. Flour has advanced IL IL
cents; good Ohio, $40 rs $40 so; southern is
unchanged, with moderate business. Wheat
the market Is firm sales Of white Michigan, 81 go.
Corn is tribe higher; mixed, u 90 q 81 o..
Pork is SITTER but not quotsbly higher. Beef is
unchanged. Whiskey is dull.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30
AUCTION SALES.
by JAMES g. MCGUIRE,


EXTENSIvE ASSORTMENT OF NEW
Ia aud secondhand Furniture, without reserve
On Thursday morning May 81, at 10 o'clock, at stors
No. 3s5, south side Of Pennsylvania avenue between
Fouranda-haf and Sixth Streets shall soil the o.
tire stock in trade Of j. X. McGregor, (who is about
to change his business,) comprising
Suite Of plush-covered Parlor Furniture
Rosewood and walnut Wardrobes
Dressing and plain Bureaus, Washstands
French, COTTAGE and plain Bedsteads
Hair and husk Mattresses, Feathers
Cane and wood-seat Chairs Rockers
Lookipg-glassos, Clocks, Vases
Cribs, Cradles, Trundle Bedsteads
Childrens Cabs, Wagons, Chairs
Tin Wooden, Willow, and Iron Ware
China and Glass Ware, Toilet Sets
Cutlery, Scales and Weights, Casters
Silyer-plated and Britannia Tea aud Table Spoons
Shower Bath, Water Coolers
Door Mats, Tin Safes
Cooking and chamber Stoves, Cooking Utensils
Spring Wagon with top, Wheelbarrows
Shelving Store Fixtures, DC.
Together with nearly every article usually found IN
house-furnishng store.
Terms: $25 and under, cash over that sum- a
credit Of sixty and ninety days, for notes satisfactorily
endorsed, bearing interest
JAS. C. MCGUIRE,
NAV 28-d Auctioneer
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-05-30

NeO York Stock I'rdnsacfions.
New York, May 80.--Stocks are dull and heavy
Money Is unchanged. Erie, 4s7-s; Cleveland and
Toledo Railroad 81; Little Mama Railroad, 100 ;
Cumberland Coal Company, % Reading Railroad
ss IL; Canton Company, % IA; Pennsylvania
Coal Company, 1l0l-2; New York Central, % 7-s;
Missouri 6's, 93 SO.