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Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

How 1T Works IN THE STATE OF N. YORK.
The following taken from the Rochester Union,
of May 10th, will give our readers some idea of
the beneficial influence exerted by the Prohibit
DRY Liquor Law, in the larger cities of that
State. The statement in relation to Rochester
will apply no doubt as well to other cities:
$50 far as we can learn, all the retail liquor
shops of the city, the hotels and recesses, have
closed bars and nothing in the shape of wine,
liquor, ale or beer can be purchased in quanti-
ties less than five gallons, unless it be for Maine
Law objects"
Again, notice the glorious results effected by
a similar law in other States:
"The Maine Law threatens to render the Jail
or's occupation obsolete. The jails in Ver-
mont, through the rigid enforcement of the law
against the sale of liquor are in a rapid decline.
Some of them are without tenants.
In Connecticut, some of the jails are advertis-
ed TO Let .Ha
There is but one prisoner inthe Jail at Green
field, Massachusetts,; and the jeior says, The
Liquor Law must be repealed, or he shall
sIaTve.'"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30
CoNGREssMEN GOING TO SEE ABOUT 1r.-The


CoNGREssMEN GOING TO SEE ABOUT IT.-The
following statement appears in recent issue of
the N. Y. Tribune, in relation to the European
tour of several members of Congress. They
are anxious, no doubt. to learn aohy Sevastopol
is not taken. BY the way, could we not spare
few members of that august body TO assist
the Allies in an undertaking that seems to be
too much for them to accomplish! Some, at
least, have gained laurels, quite as green, on
the battle field as in the halls of our National
Legislatures:
"Quite number of members of Congress
left for Europe in the Atlantic, yesterday, intend
|ing to proceed direct to Constantinople and
from thence to Sevastopol on a tour of recrea.
tive observation. We presume they will not
care to make very minute Reconnaissance be-
tween the works of the combatants unless the
white lag should be seen floating from the ram.
parts of the hostile lines. The tour is charac-
teristic exemplifcation of American curiosity
and enterprise. The gentlemen who propose
to extend their travels thus far are Messrs
Washburne, of ILL.,, Grow, of Pa, Morgan, Prln.
die, and Flagler, of this State. If they don't
get shot or otherwise perish from Crimean ex.
posures it is their purpose to return in season
for the public duties which await their presence
at Washington in December"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

OUTRAGEOUS MURDER.-We noticed IN our
paper last week, q communication giving full
particulars Of the murder committed upon the
person of VIM. Haskins, of Spring Lake, by
the negro, Jordan Turpin. We insert it below
as it may be of interest to our readers: 7,
The notorious Jordan Turpin is probably now
tight for life. Since he first made his appear
ance upon Grand River, about the year 1888,
he has decoyed at least three white mems wives
into his den, and effected their ruin. This Tur-
pin is negro, but one shade lighter than the
blacklist African. His first white victim was
the wife of w. Clifford, by whom he had boy
who lived to the age of ten months. His next
white victim was Madam Victor, good looking
woman, with disspated husband, who finally
died at Turpn's house. His next victim was
the wife of the deceased, William Haskins,
with whom he has been living an adulterous
life for some time past This illicit intercourse
so emboldened the black rascal that he finally
resolved to take the life of Haskns, that he
might have uninterrupted intercourse with his
wife.
But short time since, through the aid of
money furnished by Turpin, bill for divorce
was fled And we blush to own that lawyer
could be found so destitute of principle, integ-
rity, and propriety, as to file this petition for
divorce, with the full knowledge of what was
designed by the two malignant fends who f.
nally murdered the husband. Although the ia
tai stab was given by Turpin, still we think the
wife, in a greater or less degree, accessory to
the murder. l sd} 3a. iHs
AS it appears from the testimony on the ex-
animation, last week, before Justice PARKS
Haskins came up to the house of Turpin about
five o'clock A. NJ, of Saturday, the 18th inst.
Upon entering the house he spoke pleasantly
to the inmates, having at the time an ak on his
arm. He walked to the bedroom door where
his wife was sleeping. AS he opened it he
said, "Sarah, how do you do this mornng?"
and at this moment the action commenced be-
tween Haskins and Turpin, whom he found in
his wifes room. They had one struggle in the
house, worked their way out Of doors and after
struggling there sometime, parted by mutual
consent-Haskins in the meantime busted him.
self in washing the blood from his hands, where
the negro, Turpin, had bit him. While Haskins
was thus engaged Turpin went in and took
from under his pillow the murderous knife
came out and attacked Haskins, or, as appears
by the testimony, the attack was mutual, and
in this conflict the fatal plunge was made with
the knife Haskins said, 81 am done forever"
He fingered about two hours before life was
fully extinct. To all appearance the knife had
been prepared for the conflict. 1t is butcher
knife sharpened on both sides with blade about
seven inches long.
The only plea made by the murderer was that
he acted in self defence; that, however, will
probably be decided at the next session of the
Circuit Court. There is much excitement ex.
listing in the community in relation to this sad
affair ~
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

FRANcE-The Emperor of the French had
narrow escape from assassination on the eve
ming of the 28th ult., while on his way to join
the Empress in their usual ride in the Champs
Elysees. The Emperor was accompanied by
two officers of his household, and when near the
Barrere d'Etoie he was approached by we'll
dressed man with an action intimating desire
to present petition. He had advanced within
5 or PAGES of the Emperor, who had not oo'
served him, when he was discovered by police
man, who thinking it was his intention to pre-
sent document to the Emperor advanced quiet
ly to inform him that such an act in the street
was prohibited. As the policeman was proceed
ing towards the man, a cab was rapidly driven be.
tween them, and in the interval the individual
had drawn pistol, and aiming it point blank at
the Emperor, discharged both barrels without
effect He was seized by the police but not IN
til he had drawn another pistol and made anoth-
or attempt to shoot. IL is said one ball grazed
the Emperor's hat. The would be assassin is
an Italian named Pianozi, and was volunteer
| in Ganlaldi's army ~
He was in London at the time the Emperor
was making his visit and would have made the
attempt then if he had not been prevented by a
great concourse of people. The Emperor pro-
ceeded with his ride and visited the opera COM
ique in the evening. He has decided not to re-
ceive any formal address or congratulation tho
an exception, has been made in regard to the
British residents in Paris who held meeting on
the I'd and was largely attended an address
was adopted. The corporation of London has
also taken similar action in the matter. The
would be assassin will be tried at the assizes in
May.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30
Buffalo Democracy, Thursday.

Lieut. Bonaparte, formerly of the U. S. army,
in the Crmea, writes to his father, in Maryland
as is said, by the last packet, that the allied for
ces can at any time take Sevastopol, but not
without great sacrifice of their troops. He
does not say they could keep it, after getting it.
He means that by an assault, and with the loss
of twenty thousand men or more, they can take
the city proper; but that it would be useless
unless they have force large enough to destroy
the Russian army in the fight, and to prevent
the Russians pouring into the Crimea across the
isthmus of Perokop continued supplies of fresh
troops, and stores of ammunition.
Chicago Times
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

BURNED TO DEATH-A brick store and dwell
ing house in Detroit, belonging to a Mr.. J. c.
Gates, was destroyed by fire on Friday night the
Goth inst, and two men, Elisha Bumill and Le-
vi B. Patrick, persisted in the flames. They slept
in the upper story Of the house, and from the
position in which their bones were found in the
morning, together with scraps Of their clothing,
it is presumed they halted for the purpose Of
dressing. Both men were from the State Of
Maine, and at the time were boarding with Mr..
Gates. Patrick leaves a wife and two children.
bet. Daily Times.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30


The PRICE OF REAL EsTATE.-We are afraid
to mention the price of real estate in and about
Lansing-we do not care to brighten away those
who are contemplating to settle with us. The
price of real estate we believe to be too high
directly calculated to retar6 the growth of the
village, and if encouraged will keep us surround
ed by woods. Our citizens should be cautious
how they inspire the spirit Of speculation.
State Journal.
nSg" We can sympathize with our friend of
the Journal as respects the cause which to a
great degree, is apparently retarding the growth
of the Capital. "Our lines" happen to be cast
in position where, from the windows Of our
sanctum" we can behold village, where most
of the owners Of building lots are 30 affected
with the grip that spot of sandy sell, of sufli-
cent dimensions to enable one to swing around
certain animal of the feline species, by the
caudal appendage, without endangering the 9TH
or extremity, would cost sufficient to purchase a
small farm. Can't we get upa prescription
that would mitigate the infrmity, and cause
them to relent little? or must we let those de-
sirable lots remain houSeless, waiting for pur.
chasers to pave them with gold to crafty the
covetous spirit Of the speculator, whose ear is
more charmed with the clinking of dollars than
bis eye would be gratifed with beautiful dwell.
ngs, the abode of thrift and competence.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

New STAGE RANGEMENT.-The Kalama
zoo line of coaches now leave this city at anG
u o'clock, A. M. Passengers wishing to &C
west from Kalamazoo will take the early coach
es, dine at Kalamazoo, and reach Chicago the
same evening. Those going east will take the
Mail Stage, as heretofore, dine at Dunham's anG
arrive at Detroit in the evening. The travelling
public will at once see the reason Of this
change; as night travel to Chicago is thereby
avoided. The new proprietors seem determine
ed to MAKE all possible provisions for the COM
fort and convenience Of their passengers. They
will have good time till we get railroad.
G.. r. Eagle
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

THE Ice IN THE RIvER.-The drifting ice
which is running down the river gives evidence
of the severity of the weather during the win
ter. Captain Dorr informs US that the cakes are
thirty-one feet in thickness, and the fishermen
say that their anchored lines will all be swept
off, The entrance to the port of Tonawanda is,
of course, sealed, and we understand that the ice
is piled up to the height of 10 feet at that point.
In the river the anchor ice is very solid over the
reefs and shallow spots.
Buffalo Democracy, Thursday.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

LIGHTNING.-On Tuesday evening last, there
was very severe thunder storm along the line
of the Railroad, in Northern Indiana. At South
Bend, several persons were killed and much
damage done TO property. We have no partc-
ulars.
Later.-Thc house of Leonard Harris was
struck and badly damaged, two sons being in
stantly killed, and daughter badly injured
Hillsdale Gazette.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

STEAM TUG FOR GRAND HAvEN.-We are
Informed that our enterprisng citizen, ROBERT
HowLET, Esq, has recently purchased first
class Steam Tug, entirely new, to be used in
towing vessels in and out of our harbor. This
move is indeed worthy of commentator, and
no doubt will be duly appreciated by those con-
nected with navigation on waters adjacent to
us. 1t is well known that our harbor is one of
the best on the lake. The entrance is rendered
frequently impracticable, owing to the peculiar
position of the channel over the bar; but with
the assistance of a good Tug the difficulty will
be entirely obviated.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

CoMpLMENTARy--Frien TURNER, Of the
Grand River Eagle, gets off the following well
deserved compliment:
"The Washington House, at Grand Haven,
still maintains and will continue to sustain-so
long as PENNoYER remains the host-and we
guess he always will, while he lives-the reputa-
ton of being one of the best houses in the
West. He has made a large addition to its ca
pacity, and furnished it with every necessary
and convenience for the comfort and enjoyment
of his numerous guests. He is engaged also,
to considerable extent in gardening and the
fruit culture occupies the position of peace
officer; is an earnest and enthusiastic defender
of the temperance cause-in short, Grand Ha-
ven couldn't do without PENNoYER. 1.-The lived
in Grand Rapids, he should have our vote for
Mayor every time, notwithstanding his politics,
which we are sorry to say are little togyish."
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

The CALIFORNIA STEAMERs.--We learn that
the Nicaragua Company have once more deter
mined to change their days Of sailing to the dates
fixed upon by the mail line, so that we shall lose
one weekly arrival from California. The first
boat of that line will go from this port on the
2lst inst, and hereafter both boats Will leave
here on the 9TH and goth of the month, AND San
Francisco on the LIST and 10TH. we have no
sympathy with this movement, inasmuch as II
diminisbes the public accommodation for the
qualification of spirit of rivalry.
IN. Y. Jour. Of Com.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

The Greenvile Reflector says that good pro-
fessor of the Tonsoral art, would, should he
combine small stock of perfumery, fancy arti-
cles, cravats, collars, &c, with his barberous"
operations, reap rich harvest in Greenvie.-
For The benefit of the barberous community at
large, we would state that Greenville is pros
porous and fast growing town in Montcalm Co.,
Mich
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

The LAST LINK CoMPLETED.-The last link
in the Lake Shore Railroad, from Chicago to
Milwaukee, will be completed on the 18th inst.
and regular trains will commence running on
the lst day of June
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30
THE GRAND RIVER TIMES.
GRAND HAVEN, MICHIGAN
WEDNESDAY EVENING. MAY 80, 1855.

AFFAIRS AT THE CRIMEA.-Since our last is
sue, we have Intelligence from the Crimea, by
the arrival the Baltic and America, but MOTH
ing of importance further than that the siege of
Ssvastopol was gaining ground. ~ ION a1
The bombardment had slackened, If not en-
tirely ceased, in order not to exhaust ammuni-
ton,
Lord Raglan admits that it had not produced
the result looked for. 4d yH9 81
The list of casualties to the allies was not
heavy. The general impression in England ap-
peared to be, that the siege would be abandon
ed for the present, and that while Kamiesch and
Balaklava are left to the defense of few corps,
the main portion of the allied troops would en-
deavor to penetrate into the interior, to cut of
supplies from Sevastopol, and then completely
invest the town. ill., Tai
Numerous reinforcements were constantly
reaching the allies.
The French reserve OF $4,000 troops, near
Constantinople,was expected to be sent to Bal
aklava. Dol.
The position of the allies is regarded as critic.
al, Notwithstanding the advantages gained.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

The Michigan City Enterprise says fyou have
any notes of the following banks on hand, you
might as well dispose ofthem. The State Stock
Bank, Logansport; State Stock Bank, Peru /;
Security Bank, and Wabash River Bank, Jasper.
The securities, we understand, are nearly ex-
hausted, while a large amount of their notes is
still outstanding.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

W- We are in receipt Of Godey's Ladys
Book, for June. To appreciate its excellencies,
ladies', become subscribers and you will be fur.
nished with much of the dulce cum utile, to en-
able you to pass many leisure hour with pleas
ure and profit
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

W- We are indebted to Mr.. ]. A. LEGGAT,
the gentlemanly clerk of the Prop. Ottawa, for
liberal supply of late Chicago papers. Thus
we have been able to obtain important news al.
most week sooner than by mail.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

DROUGHT AT The WEsT.-There is much
complaint in the western papers of drouth
now prevailing in Illinois and Missouri. The
st. Louis Evening Mirror says: a5
From every portion of the couatry we receive
complaints Of the want of rain. The effects
Of another drouth such as we had last spring
and summer are too disastrous to be conceived
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

THAT CHURCH EDIFIcE.--We beg leave to
call the attention of our citizens to the adjourn
ed meeting of Thursday evening next, for the
purpose Of further devising "ways and means"
for the erection Of church edifce, commensu-
rate with the prosperity and liberal spirit of our
citizens Come one come all |!
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

/, Timothy Fletcher, Clerk of the county of
Ottawa, do hereby certify that the foregoing is
true copy of the original apportionment now
on file in this office.
TIMOTHY FLETCHER, Clerk,
BY ROBERT Ii. WILDER, Dep'y.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

DANDELIoN CoFFEE.-Little acquainted are
we, with the useful in nature-the following
treatment of the roots of the common field dan.
delon is said to produce beverage, quite equal
in flavor to the best coffee:
Wash the roots clean, but avoid scarifying
the skin, and cut into pieces the size of coffee
brown them slowly over the fire 10 the coffee
rooster, but without burning too much, and pre-
pare the same as you would mocha. The beve-
rage is excellent"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

esg- A statement Of the late attempt to as
sassinate the French Emperor will be found in
another column. We hope his subjects will,
for the credit of the nation, spare him long
enough to direct, in propria PERSONAL the siege
of Sevastopol to a speedy and successful issue
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

eW- Our wharves are presenting an exceed
ingly lively-almost city like appearance. The
propeller Troy, arrived from Buffalo, on Monday
morning, with nearly 800 tons of freight for diff
ferent localities on Grand River. Vessels are
loading with wheat and flour for the eastern mar
ket. The amount of freight destined for this
port, the coming season, will probably far ex-
coed that of any former year.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

QUARANTINE GRoUNDs.--A purchase has been
made of eight acres in lot fifteen, section thirty
three, for Quarantine purposes. 5..< u
The land was owned by Geo. F. Foster, and
the amount paid, $4,000.
There are some buildings upon the land, in
GLIDING a rope-wak, which, however, are of no
great value. Chicago Journal.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

q Two heavy failures have recently occurred in
San Francisco-Jose Duneal, for $4,000, and
Geo. B. Upton, Jr., for 100000.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

-Locusts have appeared in large numbers in s.
Carolina, and the hogs and chickens are making
themselves merry Herewith. 20 l., I'D
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

az" The following statements OF the unfor-
tunates in the State of Massachusetts, is taken
from the Manchester American d Messenger, N.
Hampshire.
INSANITY AND IDIocY.-In autumn last, there
were 1852 lunatics and l,O87 idiots in Mass
Of the lunatics, 1922 were paupers, and lilo
were supported by their own property or by
their friends 2,OO7 were natives, and 625 were
foreigners; 435 were durable, 2,OlS incurable
and ITO not stated 1884 were at their homes
or in poor houses; 1l4l were in hospitals and
207 were in receptacles for the insane, Houses
of Correction, Jails anfrState Aims Houses
OF the idiots, 67o were supported by friends, All
by the public treasury; lS43 were natives and Al
foreigners.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

The Greencastle Qndiana) Banner says that
8 or 1000 head of hogs were slaughtered in that
place last month for the use of the army in the
Crmea. 10000 head for the same purpose have
been contracted for in other portions Of the same
State, i. is said.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

THE ST. CLAIR FLATs.-Ata meeting of the
Board of Trade of Buffalo, held on Wednesday,
n communication from the Canadian Govern
ment was laid before that body, recommending
the Provincial Parliament to appropriate sum
amounting to one-third (but which shall not ex-
coed $2O,00O) of the funds required to dredge
out and open a navigable channel over the st.
Clair Flats. The Recommendation is accompa-
MED with the condition that proper security
should be given on the part of the Board of
Trade of Buffalo, for the faithful use the pro-
posed appropriation. The communication was
received and handed over TO the Executive Com
mittee appointed by the late st. Clair Flats Con-
vention. Mr.. w. Fox, chairman of that com.
mittee, then submitted verbal report, stating
that the committee had already authorized
survey of the work proposed to be done; that
the expense was estimated much larger than
was at first supposed, but that sufficient funds
had been received to dredge channel 800 feet
wide, in case the Government dredges now at
Erie, Detroit and Chicago, could be Obtained
The committee deemed it prudent to obtain
these dredges if possible, inasmuch as the par.
ties submitting proposals to do the work requr.
ed more for their labor than they were entitled
to, in the judgment of the committee. Mr.. Fox,
therefore, offered resolution that the Board of
Trade of Buffalo recommend the committee to
send person to Washington to obtain permits.
sion from the proper authorities to use the
aforesaid dredges for the purpose contemplated
and also an order requiring the U. S. Steamer
Michigan to tow them to the Flats. The reso.
luton was adopted Mr.. George w. Holt, (or
in case of his inability to undertake the business
Mr.. Frank Williams0 was designated as the
proper person to be employed.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

The Rock Island Republican says, the cases
of cholera which have occurred in that city the
present season, have been, with one or two ex--
ceptions, among the emigrants brought up the
river on the steamboats,
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

A paper mandatory is about to be establish
ed at Peoria. The Press says, the facilities for
obtaining everything requisite fol. furnishingand
carrying on such an establishment exist there in.
abundance. 4,
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

One of the largest distilleries in Scotland, the.
Leth distillery, where 100000 gallons of whis-
ky used annually to be made, has just been con-
verted into -four mill
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1855-05-30

apportioned to the county of Ottawa for the
current school wear.