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Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

GEN. WoLL, late commander of the Gov ernment troops at Ma;amoras, in Mexico, arrived at New Orleans on the i6th inst i. on his way to Carthagena, in order to join tue ex-President Santa Aana. He left Matamoras oa the 6thar 9ti,s stating to his friends tiat he wodldanot acknowledge the new Government and could not semain any longer He turned over the colnna,,d to Gen. Castro, who, it is supposed, would pronounce in favor of tI,e plan of sAyMta at once.. Gen. Wollh had about l,600 men uader his comn,aad. 4s 9 }7,ss s
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

Flour in Nem Hampshre. Man chester Democrat says for sever.,l years past, the Eastern S,aies have depended
 almost entirely upon tho West fir ibrir flour; bnt this year they undertook to raise their own. and with very gratifying suc- cess. An osd ias,r,er, who has recently ttaveled extensively In Sullivan and Graf
 ton counties. assures us that ts never saw such crops of wheat in New uanpsl,ire. We hear silniiar reports tfon other quarters. and have sr~ti so,ae hean.ifnl fields ont- selves IL may bsathoaui,i, pashars. sha, all the wheat New Hampshire can raise will not eftrct the markcl price of -four ;; but when tt Is considered that for five years past it has produced next ,o none. while, this year it will supply oneehalf i,a pap,,- lation. the affect must he f..ll;. an.i il the o.ha New England States have done as well. the arerrgaie influence upon prices must be quite pereepsihle. Flour must come down, and will come down, as soc,, as the now csopis fully available
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

THE AcruMs TERM of the State Normal School has opened. One hundred and sew en,y pupils are in attendance. The ami versary exercises will be on the Slh of Oc- tober-,he close of the quarter. The ora- ton will be delivered by Rev. ,Dr. w. Clark; the poem by c. Fl A. Bulkley O. West Wiiis,ed; and the address hefor. the Alumni by L. L. Camp, Esq. of New Lon don.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

: sA Nsw HoRsk SH6R has been invented shy Mr $. Short of New Lons!ons The pe- iculiar feature is, that the new shoe has not a nail or nail-loIe in sits Otherwise. it is made in the common form, and is held on to the foot hy an iron cap, somethingin in the shape of low cut vamp of a mans leather shoe, or the leather peak of a boy's cloth cap. The iron cap on the hnofis about two inches wide al the toe, but Harroweron each side towards the heel. is so thin as to
 be a little flexible, and is fastened to the -foot by a screw passing through the two ends behind the sheel. The flower edge ot
 this cap fits into groove cut in.the outer edge of the shoe, which holds siem togctt- CT, and the screw fastens them both to the
 hoof. Thiscap does not come to much wear,
 and will last out many shoes. ae
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

General Pafnam. There wiil he meet ing of, the descenJaa,s and coIlateral rrla. tions of General Israel Putnam. of Ievolu- tionary memory, nj the Putnam Station. aa the Norwich sind Worcester Railroa,i. u "Wednesday, 0ctohpr l4ih The ,sexi day sheTe will he a public sad6ress aaif siinaer. The ohjsct of these meetings is fo .r.siss the snn of 8 .00n, required hy the Legislature of Connectirnt io ohtain frou, l. grant tt like sasn,fo ssh@l purpose of ef.ciin. a suitable monument oves il,e remains u t;e.i. Israel Putnam. 4
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04
Dl.centll,ucd.

The Pcs, Office d. East Lischfea has becn discontiaaed--no oae being willing io
 serve government as P. M. at the salary
 there afforded.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

BLackwoeDss NAsaz.ss, for September, contains $. Life in the iIntrfior of Russia ' ] hy the au,hof of Internal Sutfefings of Rus sia by the War Qsublished in the August .npmber) subject of much in4'ortance al vthe present lime. Also a seview cf sTens Inyson's ~ Maud, ' which is handled ihsa q
 rather severe manner, part A,h of Notes on Canada and the Northwest States oi America, .'--- Y Wagram; or, Victory in Dsaih,p oem,--aad many other articles of interest isi kts
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

MILITARY. Gov Minor has appointed ]. D. Williams of Hartford. Aljutant Gen erai in the place of the recently appointed Justin Hodge. who refused to obey the Gov. ernor's ofdefIor dishanding the foreign nil itary companies. The new Adjutant Gen. eral has issued orders to disband the six Irish companies ofthe State.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

IF The Winsted Herald states that MT. and Mrs. George Cableswent out on sail ing excursion, on the lake on last Thursday attrraoon, and when they came home found a bdby in their house that they didn't know of before. <. fN sfesg n.Rt
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04

SroNGlsG ON THE PRlsrsR.--Here is a li,tie afticlewe think sorne,hingiof framing tos hang conspicuously over the EJitor's Table:
 .sThe public have funny notion aboni printers. They think Il, costs nothing to puff, advertise, &c. And thus one and another will sponge an extra paper, a puff, or, some henevolent advertisement. They forget thatihis business makes them known. They forget that it is the printers ink that makes nine-tenths of hlrir, immepse fortunes, They forge, that 1t takes money to pay compositars--ios buy ink. type, and paper--and lastly. they forget to even thank you for working for nothing, by gra,uitous- ly pulling their business" ss,..s a '.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-10-04
Fl. .n0n fH K1I;IEn
ln slae Captnre eY sshesaepel.

The British steamer America brings Liverpool 1aieeeIo tlle l6ths Srpi. z lhs news is ia sh& hfahest d~Gree mtoftAnt, Sebastopof hating afslrGRils falle4 The bombardment Was re-opel3ed on the m, and continned Ni<Ihont ihtssiupfion eniIl the, ssh. &tien tiIe gasAauIt gcommenced Ihe' French attacked the Mrlakod and the Eareeninc Bay. and the English, the Redan. zSix rapuises were sustained ny the French sasfnss si.a aza3akotf, us ess ltas 7lis atGesapt they carried The work in splendid style, and hoists.S their e.lgles edlll Mahkn6l
 The sIsurhiere X Eli iie. and k esiiIIisas- led al 2.OOO EnsIisis. l5. .0O0 French and as many RuSs5sax. nsdksHs liss aegTpgaie up- swaIs sof3 3D ,0Q0 rpsps Five B9nsii E~aafaiSl were reported -to have been killed Including. General Bosquel During she night suc-5 -ceeiiHg the q ssasjlaeyhe RnssianS 1yacsIaisdl the entise Ss.,hs fide.l ifst blowing tip fise defrnces, sinking all alre skips. fring ihe ,own, and leaving nothing but smeuIdering ruins. K. X .'s.
 A large aIIisd' fbne ~as narchins along the coast to jnteHapt the rrifeat sofiiiie RussiaDs, inIsns.@ The allies fonpd i.pr mense materials Of war in Sebasippol. It is reported flist Instructions have been put 4oitle allisd Generaisin ii,e estntof G0fts- >chakoG seskings to capitnIate. to 5eisand ,hat. Russia shall spwendex al discretion all she troops, stofes, aud fortified places, incluy ding UfIessa. M Fl
 .ssAnoiler ' tinshecsss asiempa had been made on the life stf Louis Napolfon.s
 zszarned 70 Ais nrne -. Whst's your -naIpe. sonny P said we to | Tretiy liiiI.. Aoy, abeu. lbree. years old. led hy Iitile maid swice as old, in a aeigbsging town lately. Tine 7iffIs fellow made no sepiy, hut on our asking him again, lie hnng his head as if ashamed to tell. and at our third asking began to, ,sob and cry as if his hear, would break. We were nearly frightened out of oar wits, for we didn't know but some jury, might find Us guilty of soaring him to death. ' For mercy's sake. what oils him r said veto his young companion; "what is his .nsme1n :. His name is FranhAn Plcrce Torie.n z said she, her face turning crimson. Here was the mystery, and we did mot wonder that the fellow was weeping over ihe insult that he was not big 4nongh to resent. We felt penitent; so :westook the mourfer on osir knee. and told him soothingly, thers was snotiing in a nane,' and if. there was. the first two words ef his were fathef's fanlt and not his, and fha1 he would soon be old caorgh to spply to the Legislature for change of name The latter statement relieved us, for lle smiled through his tears, and soon looked as geoJ-aatured as if we had not insulted him at aii
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
Thu Bloom Of Age.

A good woman never grows Old.
Years may pnss over her head, but,
benvolepce and virtue dwell in her
heart, she 10 as cheerful hs when the
spring Of life FIRST opened to her view
Whom We look upon good woman we
never think Of her age. she is as charming,
a. when the rose Of youth first bloomed
on her cheek. That rose has not laded
vet il will never fade. In her neigh
borhood she is the friend and beneiactor'
Who does not respect, love the woman,
who has passed her days in the acts Of
Kindness and mercy! We repeat. such
a woman can never grow old. She Will
always be fresh and buoynnt in spirits
and active in humble deeds Of mercy
and benevolence.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
Rather Awkward.

A Few days since a gentleman, who
was en- route for New York, got on al
tho station leaving his "bctter halF' sole
occupant Of the seat; returning found Q
good looking gentleman occuryirs hi'
sea, and making himself soclabIe Will
his travelling companion, politely re
oue.ted the stranger to give him his seat
"Your seat, Sir I" said tho stranger
81 don't know that you have any bette
claim to il than have" every wei!
Sir" replied our friend, "if you VIII
keep il, allow me to introduce you Z
mv uifs." Tho stranger looked blank
and made very hasty tracks for the mex
car.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

GRANGE OF TAcrIcs.-There is q
world Of human nature to be seen IN the
following anecdote:-
"A workman who was employed in
blasting at Halifax, while being wound
nm ont Of the hole, after he had lit the
fuse. was suffered 10 slip back again
Tho man fell close upon the impending
danger, and in the sudden view OF almos
sudden death, fell on his knees in pray
er. While praying, a thought struck
him: he drew out the fuse, and com
menced swearing at the workmen OF tn
top"
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
rxssutaon Of six Negroes.

A fe,ttss fsom Alcxsndrio, Louislans'
aaasA June ~. says: h,
7UM,. Wise, the sheriff Of this psusn,
executed to-day the six slaves concerned
fn ths mosdsr Of Mr.. WalIers, late eyer
seer 70 on tho plantation Of =. Il. filnt.
A. Al on early 'hou, Of the day, a la,Ss
ni.cs designated (os tho execution. and
A. IL o'clock. when the murdeIers as.
ssnded tho platform Of tho scatiold, o.
lesst one thousand were present. Inc
culpsi,s were firm in their steps, ana
neither tsembled nor appeared alarmed
a, their awful situation. One oi them
addressed the persons present. IN . low "
words, advising those Of his class 10 oe'
ware Of the temptations ,ha. frequently, J,
arc placed before them-lo lay ASIDE oil
malice from their hearts, and trust alone
in The Divine Being. A few minue''
after twelve O'Clock tho caps were drawn
over their eyes. and in another moment
ihey were launched into eternity.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

MAIN LINE Nor SoLD.-We learn
by a private telegraphic dispatch that
the main line Of the public works was
not sold as provided by the Legislature
last winter. Gov. Pollock has been IN
Philadelphia for several days ready 10
give any information to parties wishing M!
to purchase, and the sale was fixed foI
Tuesday evening. No bids having been
received up to half.past eight P. M, I! the
sale was adjourned indefinitely. Inc
minimum named by The act authorizing
Tho sale was seven. and a.half millions
Pittsburg Post.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
Soldiers Of all Wars Of the United
States.
JOHN s. GEORGE,
ATTORNEY AT | AW
IRONTON, OHIO,

HAS again created an agency in Washing.
Ill ton City. d. G., for the purpose OF pro.
curing bounty lanes, pensions, &c. Every
person who has served in any OF the wars Of
the United States, for period Of not less than
fourteen days, is by the act Of Congress. ap-
proved March Sd, 1855, entitled ("An act in
addition to certain acts granting bounty landry
&C., entitled to l60 acres OF land, who has
not already received warrant for that amount.
Every person who has received 40 acres. is en-
titled to 1870 acres more, and every person who
has received 80 acres, is entitled to 80 acres
more, &c. The widows, or minor children of
deceased soldiers, are entitled to the same
amount. He would also say to all those fol
whom he has heretofore procured land war-
rants, if they will call again he would be
pleased to procure for them the additional
amounts of land, to which they are entitled,
and to all who have never applied, he would
say, Come along, now is your time.
Office on Second St., over the Iron Bank.
Ironton, April 18th, 1855.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

First Arrival Of Spring and Summer
Goods In Ironton.
~ Ncwberger, at his wholesale and re'ail
W. Clothing establishment,
g, No. 8, UNION BLOCK,
Takes pleasure In stating gsto,thls community
that he is now opening large assortment OF
the latest, most fashionable. and most durable
styles of Spring and Summer clothing, compn-
sing every variety Of wearing apparel; conto,
vests, pants, hosiery. cravats &C., toge!hetf
with a large and well selected assortment OF
dress Roods, of every description and pricei-
all OF which he Offers for sale ut prices 30 low
as to defy competition. Call and examine 10! O.
yourselves, and " you are not suited. Tue iauiI
will be your own. G. NEWbEAuEn'
April ID, l80i.-0-f.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
Fashionable Millinery,

WE particularly invite the attention of our Indy read
su ors VINO intend visiting Clncinnnti this Spring or
DERSoN, Late Mrs. RICH, consisting of :"
BONNETS, RIBBONS, FLOWERS & TRIMMINGS
or the latest Paris and New York Styles. He
stock is by far the largest in the City, and is
kept constantly full by daily arrivals from the
East, Of the Newest Pattern Bonnets, English
Straws, Swiss, Tuscan, and Satin Braids, Blond
and French Laces, together with the most
choice Bonnet, Cap, and Trimming Ribbons,
and French Artificial Flowers imported; all Of
which she will sell 25 per cent lower than anv
other establishment in Cincinnati. Her store is
No. 204, Fifth ST., between Elm and Plum.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
XXTATCHES, JEWELRY, &C..

" ATCHES, JEWELRY, &C.
w Tho subscribers would inform their friends
and the public, that OF the firm has Just returned
rom the East, with the most complete selected stock
o. Watches, Jcwelry. Silver Ware and Fancy Goods,
ever brought the city, and would invite the public
o examine their stock before purchasing elsewhere.
GOLD and SILVER WATCHES. Of the best
makers conssting Of T.. +. Cooper's Duplex and Pu-
tert Levers; NJ. J. Tobias Co.. in heavy gold cases,
and every other style OF chasing ulljswcled. Gold
Levers from S10 10 1850 10 suit customers at whole
sale retail. at prices that cannot tail TO suit.
GOLD GUARDS and FOB CHAINS, Scale and
Keys; Finger Rings-Damond, Ruby, Amythisi. Gar
net, Emerald Topaz Penrl, and other stone and lail
Rings; Gents Seal and Miniature Rings &c.
EAR RINGS Of EVERY VARIErY.-Baskc, EoI
raj Stone and Plain Bracelets; Splendid Set Bruce
ets Ear Rings; mud Breast tPins-Enameled, and sci
with Rubies and Pearl.
MUSICAL BOXES and ACCORDIONS; PapieI
Mnche Stands; Portfolio and Jewery Casesi Rose
wood Dress sing Cases; Work Boxes.
ania Tea md Coffee Sets Silver Forks Table, Dcs
scrt, Tea. and Cream Spoons Silver Cups; Soup
Ladies'; Cream, Salt, and Mustard Spoons, &c.
GOLD PENS and PENCIL CASES-Diamond
Pointed Gold Pens. Of various prices Gold nnd Silver
spec,nces with Glusses TO suit all sights; Cnrd Case:
FRENCH PORCELAIN CLOCKS; vaccs; Sur
| vcyor's Compasses, Telescope Canes, &c.
BREAST PINS Of the LATEST PATIENTS
Gold and Silver Suspendcr Buckles; Gold Steel ant
Gil, Belt Buckles, with every other article IN the Fame,
way.
The above stock selected with grcnt care In tht
Eastern cities, and is offered at prices which can
| not fail in being satisfactory to the purchaser
Clocks and Watches carefully repaired by expt
rcncedw0rkmenHnd warranted 70 PsI,0,m nWEN VII
1o5 Main ST befvce en- Id and 4tl
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

A RTIFIClAL TEETH! Drs. Duncan 4
A AoxIic4c Mo LIE w uact Six4h b

N Cameron, Dentists, No, l56 West Sixth
street. between Race and Film streets, Cincinnati Ohio
This Office has been under the management oits present
propreors hns been increasing in reputation for su-
perOr operations in the Artificial Department OF Dem
istry for the last ten years. and 10 expense or effort
shall be wanting TO give satisfaction TO all who may f-
vor itwiih hcirputronagc.
rhc subscribers would call Intention to the following
essential points pertaining to Artificial Teeth, vz:
Bennty and na,uralness Of appearance, quality and
strength of the materials, comfort 10 the wcargr, and
usefulness in restoring the natural appearance Of tAe
speech, and ability maslicac; in all of which tey
are warranted in saying they are exceeded BY none'
and equacd by few -, -
TEETH inserted from to nil set, with Artificial
Gums Full and hall scis invariably inserted by suction
All operations III Dentistry performed in The mos
thorough manner.
TERMS: Considering tho superior character Of the
work and the guarantee given,they archie most reason
able in tho west.
Two teeth or more gold plate; 400 per tooth.
Two teeth or silver plate. 200 per tooth
The money refunded ii the teeth do not prove salts
factory.
M For the information of those living nj distance
we would state tina, facilities such that we car
make in tho finest style, full set ofTErll in from u
TO A. hours aud small pieces in proportion, SO that nc
detention need be apGrehended
" W. 9; daMERoN DyHGAN; DENTISTS.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
-REFERENCES-
BOOTS & SHOES AT
WHO L ESALE AND RETAIL,

HAVING taken the entire business Of the
i'll late firm Of Drew & Williams, solicits
The patronage Of the public. He has on hand
a good assortment Of Boots and Shoes, just
adapted to this market. and is constantly re-
ceiving fresh supplies direct from manufactu-
ries in the East. which enables him to sell the
stock good and to sell as cheap as can be bought
any where in The West Furnacemen and coun.
try merchants are invited to call and examine
the stock before purchasing elsewhere.
Custom Boots and Shoes made TO order and
warranted.
Repairing done with neatress and dispatch.
Leather and Shoe Findings for sale at
mo s, Commercial Block. r. DREW'S.
Ironton. May 18th, 1868.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

T. Jefferson Randolph, in address be-
fore the Agricultural Society oil Albem
arle county, Va, lately delivered, stated
that he could recollect when the tomato
was cultivated as an ornament 70 MOVE,
gardens, called love.apple. and deemed
poisonous. 1t was eaten BY bnhpne IN
dividual. q foreigner, )ailaI
constitution, or the foql whose
stomach, was supposed % 's''ss its de-
leteyious effect.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

~ THERE is charity in Furnishing
the wicked. for such punishment pro-
ceeds from jealous endeavor TO am
end him, and at the same time 10 secure
Others from harm by him thus charity
provides for, and wishes we'll 10 him who
Il evil, or who is an enemy, and in so
doing provides for, and wishes we'll to
others. and to the public in general, and
this from charity towards tho nelshbor'
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

~ IL We would in all our inter
course cultivate pure and warm otfec'
tons, instead Of cold, morbid selhsh'
ness; love Of genuine use, instead o.
an unmeaning display; love OF the
true and good, rather than Of the iaise
and evil.-sngel spirits might m'nsle
with ours. as gently as morning throws
DER earth her rosy light. or evening III
mantle Of repose.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

p6c The Scriptures give four names
10 The Christian, taken from the four
cardinal Virtues so essential to mans
salvation
Saints, for their holiness Believers
for their faith Brethren. for their love
Disciples. for their knowledge.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
New Goods at the Clothing Emporium of
q. WISE G Bro.

New Goods at the Clothing Emporium Of
H. WISE & Bro.
Ellisom's mes0 Building, Corner of Front
and Laurence Sts.
NIHERE they are now prepnred IN ofrs,
w extra Inducements to all those who
may favor them with their patronage. They
have just received a
Large and Splendid Stock Of Goods.
Consisting of all kinds Of Spring and Summer
Clothing for Men and Boys, which cannot he
surpassed for quality and price in this market.
They have also splendid supply Of
Ladies' Dress Goods
Of the finest quality Shnwls, Cloaks. Bonnets.
Ladies Shoes and Jewery
Gents Fine Shirts, Cola,s, Handkerchief.
uuder Shirts, drawers. &c, Trunks, Jewelry,
| aud Yankee Notions. India Rubber and oil
Cloth Coats, Pants and Leggins, &c.
We are offering for sale the mos. comple.o
assortment Of
Ready-Made Clothing.
ever offered in this market. Our goods nre Of
| our own manufacture, from the best of mate
rial. Having the advantage Of resident port.
ner in Cincinnati, and also of a large business
at Parkersburg, Va, We will be enabled 10
keep up general assortment on the most eco
nomlcal plan, and will sell to those who NAV
favor us with their custom, CHEAPER than
ever before sold in this town.
Give us call, and examine our stocA fnr
yourselves before purchasing: we are always
! pleased to Show our goods, believing TINT IL
you learn prices you will be sure TO biy.
| II. WISE g. BRO,
1ronton, April 90, 1858.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14
Barbering and Hair Dressing.
"This wor Id tits harbcrous world.
And hnrDcrOns people live In IL

Wins world 'tis a I,nrhcrOus wOrlI
And 'nrbcrous people live n il,
Aud if yOu don't take cnre Yourself
They'll shave You in IL ininiit"
1.-THE boards bound to come oil il tho handle dom,
break!n
ND GABE JOHNSON can shave you in about ma
n quick time ns any gcnman Oh coor' "'
ing which all should try " '',''P"o"-
luck IopsY son of the Topsy that never wasboru.
nc Is expecting daily stock Of cologncs, sonps.
sell low. ''' ""'o" "e VIII
WASHING, IRONING, &c, done at sbor, uo,ics
Shop on Front street near the Irontnn Uonso
April 10, 1868 :lOy "'''
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-08-14

THE President has received an auto
graph letter from the Gear Of Russia
n reply to ono transmitted to him
through our Minister congratulasing him
on bis succ sssion. The Gear professe'
tho mos. lasting friendship between Rus
sia and the United States.