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Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

RED WEEvIL.-We learn from some
of our farmers that the red weeyil has
made its appearance in several fields of
wheat in this immediate vicinity, and
where such is the case, scarcely head
of wheat in field is free from this des-
tructive insect. The insect is very small
at present, but can easily be perceived
by the naked eye, upon opening the
wheat cups. We examined one head
that was brought to our Office and
found small red insect in every cup,
but whether it is the red weeyil, we are
unable to say. This insect is a new
pest in this section, but those familiar
with it assert that it is the same in ap-
pearance that proved so destructive to
the wheat crops in the northern part of
this State last year. In connection with
this we copy the following from the
Akron Beacon, as worthy at least of a
trial by our farmers to rid themselves
of this pest and save their crops:
IMPORTANT TO FARMERs.-We are in
formed by Mr.. Chamberlin, Of the City
Mill, that the farmers of Vermont are
in the habit Of heading the movements
of the weevil by very simple process.
The next season after it makes its ap-
pearance, they go through their wheat
fields, about the time the wheat is head
ing, Immediately after a shower, or
while the dew is on it, and scatter new
ly Stacked lime broad cast, so that it
will adhere TO the heads and stems of
the grain. They use about bushel to
the acre.
Good lime should be secured, and
Stacked by sprinkling little water over
it, so as to retain all its strength. A
paddle may be used in scattering it.
The remedy has, it is said, been so ef-
fectually tried, as to leave no doubt of
the result.
Strips in large wheat fields left un-
touched by the lime, for experiment,
have been entirely destroyed by the
weevil, while the grain on each side was
all saved.
Since this intelligence was received,
Mr.. Jesse Allen, of the Center Mill,
has received corroborating information
from a Muskingum county farmer, who
had seen the same practice and the
same results there.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

TERRIBLE TORNADO IN MICHIGAN
The interior and northern portion of the
State were visited a week ago, yester-
day by singular and destructive tor
nado, which devastated tract of country
about sixty rods IN width, and extending
from the southerly limit of Jackson and
the northerly limit of Washtenaw coun-
ties, through Eaton county up into
Lapeer county. 1t seemed to be a
wind-spout-for we have TO coin a word
in the absence of one that will suggest
the nature of the tornado. 1t appeared
to have the shape of funnel, with the
smaller end down. The house and barn
of Mr.. Gordon on the edge of Jackson
county, were completely leveled with
the ground, and also those of John K.
Youcum, of Linden, whose family were
severely injured, and many of whose
cattle were killed. The water of
small lake near Mr.. Youcum's house
was thrown completely out of its bed,
the residences of Mr.. Cowen and Wash
ington Bemen were also destroyed.
In Eaton county. the Charlotte Re
publican says, the house and barn of
Mr.. Gridley, of Kalamo, were destroy
ed. and Mr.. Gridley badly injured. One
man was seen clinging with his hands
to a peach-tr,e, while his heels were up
in the air. In one locality coat was
seen high in the heavens, enjoying a
sublime aerial journey. In some places
books are said to have come down from
aboYe. A large saw-log, which four
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31
CINCINNATI MARKET.
May 26, P. NJ.

Flour-The market continues dull,
and prices have settled down to SO for
common brands. The sales included
800 brls at 80; and so do fextra) at
80 80. Received during the last "a
hours, 620 brls.
Provisions-The market remains
dull and heavy. The only sales heard
of to-day were 100 hhds Bacon Shoul-
dsrs, and rs do on private terms; 80
do Sides at BIC packed.
Cheese-The market continues dull
at 8@8tc.
Groceries-Sugar and Molasses con-
tinue firm. but the demand is limited
Sales of 35 hhds low fair and prime
Sugar at 64@7c; 48 brls Molasses at
safe; and 40 bags Coffee at lie.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

STEALrEG.-A man named Hoover,
Il devihsh bad name in company with
his wife and little girl named -
Campbell, paid our friends LANGLEY d
SoE visit on Thursday last, with the
ayowed intention of exchanging clock
that was purchased short time pre-
vious. While examining some goods in
the second story of the building they
managed to leave a carpet sack in the
room as if by accident, and upon de-
scending to the store room Hoover sent
the little girl back after it. There be-
ing no one in the room On the second
floor the little girl took occasion to roll
up into an old shawl about one hundred
yards of Mouseline Delaine which, with
the carpet sack, she brought down to
the store room, when the whole party
decamped. Pheir manner of leaving
excited suspicion and they were watched,
and shortly after overhauled and the
goods found. After being reprimanded
they were. allowed to depart, but not
being satisfied with the search made,
Mr.. Henry Langley and Felix Woods,
pursued and overlook them in the out
skirts of the town and recovered some
other stolen articles. The little girl
confessed to these gentlemen that the
whole matter was previously arranged
by this man Hoover and his wife, and
that she only carried out their instruc-
tions. We are told Hoover previously
attempted to pass counterfeit ten dol
lar bill on some of our citizens. This
scoundrel must be an sbolitionist, but
whether or not, he richly deserves in
generation in the penitentiary.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31
rae. W. How has disposed of Il

R G. W. Hoy has disposed of the
Peoples Fountain to Messrs. Sherwood
d Smith, and new paper is to spring
from the ruins, which will be the organ
of the Pierce Democracy. V.M. F1RoR
is to be the editor. Pomeroy, like Gal
lipolis. will not support two papers, and
the citizens Of that place show dispo-
sition to patronize only the old establish
ed paper, the Meigs Co. Telegraph
Well, pecuniarily we wish the new firm
success.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

RE- We copy the following from the
Telescope, printed at West Columbia,
Va. The boat we presume belonged to
Henry Freidenburg, young German
who some time since was salesman in
A. Cahn's clothing store. Frank was
formerly employed as salesman in a
clothing store in this town, and Moch
was in the employ of Moch & Frank,
and drove peddling wagon through
this county.
The citizens of West Columbia have
been rascally imposed upon by these
Germans, particularly the owner of the
boat, who invariably changed his resi-
dence from Ohio to Virginia, or vice
versa, as danger threatened; and be-
sides the destruction of the property,
had the citizens inflicted corporeal pun
ishment upon these fellows it would
have met the appreciation of the law
abiding and moral portion of commu-
nifty:
"GREAr ExcITEMENT.-We have Of
ten, since occupying the editorial chair,
had occasion to notice the different gro
ceries and boats IN this place and vieini-
ty, where liquor was sold In violation Of
law and decency. This state of things
has existed so long that the patience Of
our citizens has been worn out, and SUP.
posing that forbearance had ceased TO
be virtue" a numerous company of
men, disguised, assembled and procee-
ded to the opposite shore of the Ohio to
put in execution their scheme of forcing
these low-born American and foreign
miscreants to cease their nefarious prsc-
tice. Their first demonstration was up-
on boat, the cabin of which they tore
completely to pieces and committed the
remaining portion to the swift current of
the river. Not satisfied with this, they
then proceeded to take summary ven
geance upon low doggery and house
of ill-fame, kept by Frank and Moch,
which they attacked with missiles of va
rious kinds, until cry for quarters was
heard from within. After a parly of
some minutes, during which time the
occupants escaped, they commenced
their attack again, and before quitting
their work of destruction, they almost
entirely destroyed the building with its
contents. On Monday morning the
scene looked desolste, while the owners
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

were removing the remnant Of their stock
70 more secure quarters. This is but
the commencement; we understari they
are determined to continue the work Of
destruction until our comrnanity is rid
of these pests. If it had not been for
the solemn pledge of one of our grocers,
his house we are told, this morning would
be in ruins. We leave cur readers to
comment upon the above facts. We are
not in favor of mob law, but we think,
after bearing so long, our citizens are
right in taking the matter into their own
hands.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

VIzsrsIN ELzorIox.-The returns
from Virginia show that the American
party were not as Hellcrgsaized as was
expected. The Demoersks claim the
election Of Wise by 10000 majority.
but if he is elected by one-fourth of that
number he has done Yell. We give
below all the returns that have reached
us, which we doubt not are incorrect in
many counties. We put down msjori-
ties:
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

dence. to know that piece of machine
ry passed under his supervision With
such an array Of names at the mast
Head and helm, it win be indeed most
strange If within one year from this
time the "Cbronometer Works." do not
stand prominent as the most extensive
manufacturing establishment of not on
" the West and South, but the whole
Union. Much success attend them.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31
New York, May e6, P. M.

Flour is better, with sales of 800
brls at $40 37@1O 69 for Ohio, and
81 50@11 81 for Southern. Wheat
is buoyant. Corn has declined to
81 O9@1 10.
Pork is firm, with sales of $3.50 brls
at S16 10 for old, and SIT 75 for new
Mess. Lard is dull and defining
1,100 brls sold on private terms.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

R0n Tuesday last. few of our
sportsmen, tired of the noise and bus.
tie of our town, repaired to the woods,
few miles distant, where they had g
"spike." Game, however, being rathe,
scarce, they had to fall back upon "Old
Uncle Ned" (pickled pork 1t hap.
pened on busy day orwe should have
been Gin"
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

FoUsp.-We are requested by Mr..
8. @. Thompson to state that he found
very good overcoat.- on the river road
above town, last week, which the ow-
ner can have by calling at his residence
in this town.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

HMr. WIZ. NASH, assessor for this
township. has taken the census of GAL
lipolis corporation and township, and
kindly furnished US notes from his re-
port, which, with other valuable infcr-
nation, we shall publish next week..
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31
New ORLEANS. Nav a5.

~ Flour is dull at 90 so. Oats have
advanced to 63@64c. White Corn is
firm at 81 2o@1 25, and Yellow at
81 Is.
Mess Pork is dull at SIC so.
The sales of Coffee during the week
amounted to $500 bags at 94@1oc.-
The stock in first hands is 29, 900 bags.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

HA meeting of the Gallia county
Agricultural Society viii take place at
the court house on Saturday next, june
I'd, at which time an expression in re-
gard to buying or renting Fair grounds
will be taken. It is important that a
general turnout be made.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

DIED-On Saturday evening Of
cholera morbus, after few hours i'll
ness, Mr.. ]. RICHARDS, watch maker,
aged about 55 years.
On Saturday evening. May 10, at
his residence in this town, Of typhoid
fever, JAMES ORvILLE WILLARD, In the
forty-frst year of his age.
Mr.. WILLARD has been resident OF
this county for seventeen years, and
has been one of its most active and sue
cessful business men. He was well
known as principal proprietor Of Buck
horn Furnace, and was one Of the
founders of the town Of Ironton. He
has been active in business enterprises
i town, and was the principal stock
,older and the Cashier in the Iron
3ankof Ironton.-lrontoa Register.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

By the returns received so far, which
are very imperfect, Flournoy has gain
ed something like 1000 votes over the
vote given for Scott at the last Presi-
dental election. In the counties to
hear from he will have to gain some
thing like II 900 in order to secure his
election.
Bocock, Wilson, Caskie, Good, Pow
ell and Smith are elected to Congress.
In Kanawha county, Benz. Smith and
DIR. Thompson are elected to the Gen.
eral Assembly.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

LooUsrs.-Fhs sevsntsen year locusts
have made their appearance here in in
millions. Almost every
tree and bush in the woods is literally
alive with them.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

RMr. STEWART a. LAsLzY has
placed US under obligations for late Gin
cinnati papers.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

~ A severe hail-storm passed near
Chillicothe. Thursday evening last, do
ihg great damage to the growing wheat
and stripping the fruit from the trees.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

EMr. Henry SHzPARD viii accept
our thanks for late Cincinnati papers.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

FIRE.-We are informed BY Mr.. Nor
rison Bently that on Tuesday, the s2d
INST, the dwelling house. together with
the household goods, of Mr.. GEoRGr
SMITH, near Gallia Furnace, in Jackson
county, was destroyed by fire. The
FIRE is supposed to have originated from
a cooking stove. Loss about 81 5oo.-
No insurance.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

MARRIED-In this town, on the
18th inst, by Lewis Newsom, ESQ.,,
Mr.. HAMILTON COOPER to Miss EMERET-
IA JOHNSON, of the Old Dominion.
On the goth inst, in Mercerville, by
John R. P. Montgomery, Esq, Mr..
JOHN RIFE to Miss MARY J. FULTos, all
of this county
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1855-05-31

DEATH OF GILES SMITH by a private
letter received here from a member Of
the family, we learn that GILES SMITH,
young man, well and favorably known
here, died Of cholera at st. Louis q
short time since. 1t will be remembered
the father of this young man left here
with his family short time since, for
the purpose Of locating in the West
They had proceeded as far as St. Louis
when death entered the circle and laid
claim to one of the brightest ornaments.
We believe Mr.. 5. xss originally from
eastern Virginia.
Grass Valley telegraph., 1855-09-04
Ordinance No. 21.


The Trustees of the Town of Grass Valley do Ordain
follows
Section 1.-The Marshal is hereby authorised to en-
FOIL the name of every citizen that owns property in
the poration of Grass Valley, and require Five uf
such cltlzens to serve Watchmen during the dry
season.
Section In order to secure equal services from
the citizens as Night Watch the Marshal is hereby
required to write the name of each citizen holding pro-
peTtv on separate slip of paper and place such name
collectively IN box suitable for the purpose and
draw out indiscriminately Five names, each night,
and the persons whose names are thus drawn and no
titled by the Marshal shall serve as NIGHT Watch or
furnish substitute, and in either they shall be
under the direction of the Town Watchmon and shall
faithfully discharge the duties as a Watchman.
Section B.. All persons whose names shall he drawn
and notified by the Marshal provided for in Section
2nd of this Ordinance who shall neglect or he
duty therein required shall be prosecuted bv the Mar
shall before Justice of the Peace who shall fine them
in a not less than Four Dollars nor more than
Ten Dollars and costs of suit and in default of nav
ment execution shall be issued by the Justice of the
Peace. This Ordinance shall be in force from its pas
sage. Approved July 10, 1855.
E. A. TOMPKINS, President
Attest. c. Richardson, Clerk.
Grass Valley telegraph., 1855-09-04
Ordinance, No. HI.
An Ordinance in relation to the disturbance of =,
Peace.

An Ordinance in relation to the -disturbanc. of A..
Peace
The Board of Trustees of the Town of Cr.ss v.1I.~
DO Ordain as follows Of
SECTION Amy person persons VINO shall have
1ortlea s4 l any preach OF the Peace, any other
Act mentioned in Section 1st of Ordinance No shall
upon complaint being made before Justice of the
feace oy any person or citizen be proceeded against
Waterman while committing the same That anT
Justce OF the Peace befofe whom any complaint shall
De made shall have power to issue a warrant in all
eases "here the Marshal has power to execute an
arrest, as prescribed in Sec 1st of Ordinance No
SECTION Amy person other than the Marshal OF
Watchma4e who shall make complaint, as presCrib-
ed IN Section 1st of this Ordinance without the con-
sent of the Corporation Attorney if upon examina.
ton the charges should not be sustained the person
SO prosecuting prefering charges shall be ablgfer
the cost of such investigation or trial
Adopted, March 26, 1855.
zENAS WHEELER, President.
Grass Valley telegraph., 1855-09-04
TAR A. GEA

VIRGINIA MANuFACrURED-ToBACCO AGENCY.
NREEN, HEATH & ALLEN, corner of Washington
the trade of California and Oregon that they have
tablished house in this city for the sale of VIRGIN
IA MANUFACTURED TOBACCO, which they are re-
the manufacturers they W can se at
prices which must be satisfactory The invoice value
of present stock is considerably over $500 OOO
comprising an assortment to style and quality,
greatly superior to anything ever offered the Pacf
&c Coast and equal to that of any house in the At
lantic States. Among the brands are the following
Crumpton's FOUR ACES; do. Sow. OF THE SEAS.
Crumpton's BRIDE THE PACIFIC; do. MEDAL.
Hasey's four AS; BOYD's GOLD LEAF;
Thomas CLUB House; do ANNA BISHOP;
Saunders HARRY OF THE WEST;
Fergusons STAR OF, THE VERT.
Miller " CrenshawRs BLUFF CITY;
ROyster's CANTELoPE;
Dckenson's OCEAN and WITCHES EYE:
Crosby and Wootan's METROPOLITAN
Also Smoking and Leaf Tobacco and 200 Packages
ordinary Brands. 343m
Grass Valley telegraph., 1855-09-04
Ordinance. No. x.

Concerning Public Shows
The Board of Trustees of the Town of Grass Valley
do Ordain follows
All persons, owners or keepers of any Public Exhi.
bition whatever shall for each and every exhibition
pay, as License sum of money, after the follow.
ing rates
For each and every equestrian exhibition or circus
or menagerie the sum of $25, of which the Mnrshai
shall receive SIS for his attendance.
For each and every Concert S.
For each and every Theatrical Exhibition s5
Ess1@-cach and every other Show or Exhibition AZ
y snail be the duty of the Marshal tobe present at
eaeh exhibition, either in person, or by substitute
whom he shall appoint to keep order and to collect
said License, and in default of payment tbereof tc
problt the Exhibition until the Icence shall he Maid
Adopted March 27 1856 ~-- w Pos"
Attest-R SHOEMAKER, Clerk -''-O'-''
Grass Valley telegraph., 1855-09-04
SIM frartisto 9O6ertisem't is.
THE EYES! THE EYES y!

DR. E. H. PARDEE, OCCULIST.-After protracted
IL blindness of than Five years, Dr. Pardee has
made himself thoroughly and scientifically acquain-
ted with all disorders of the Eye and is practs
ing with universal success, the same treatment by
which he was cured.
WORD OF CAUTION-The eyeis by far too pre-
cous and delicate organ to be trifed with made
the subject of random experiments therefore it would
be exceedingly unwise and perhaps dangerous to ac
cept any of the never failing cures' that ten
dercd bv the mistaken kindness of all around - for
every one offers specific for diseases of the eye.
EG-Alany patients be daily at the office of
DR.. PARDEE, in different stages of recovery.
Ofice-San Francisco, west of the Plaza, opposite
the Post Office, door north of the Portsmouth
House, up stairs 43-3m
Grass Valley telegraph., 1855-09-04
Ordinance, No. XIII.

Concerning indecent exposure of Person.
The Board of Trustees of the Town of Grass Valley
do 0rdain as follows
Any male or female who shall in any manner indie
Gently expose himself herself in the streets, in
to be visible from the street; or any fe-
male who shall dress and appear in the streets in
mems clothing, in any other mode of dress insult
male clothing and appear in the streets so dressed
SHALL upon being convicted thereof before Justice of
the Peace, be fined in not less than S25 and not
more than S1O0 and Costs and in default OF payment
thereof shall be committed to the Town Prison, in
time not exceeding Ten days less than Five days
1t shall be the duty of the Marshal to enforce the
provisions Ofths Ordinance to the utmost of his ab
ites and upon the conviction of any such person he
shall receive the of Five Dollars out of the fine
imposed, when said fine has been collected.
Adopted March 27 1855.
ZENAS WHEELER President
Attest-R SHOEMAKER Clerk
Grass Valley telegraph., 1855-09-04
SUMMONS.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ! JUSTICES COURT.
COUNTY OF NEVADA. SS s. Before
Township of Grass Valley. LOUIS R. Sewers j. P
The People of the State of California, to Shell
DEN G. WINCHESTER, greeting:
You are hereby summoned to appear before me at
my Office in said Township, Friday, the fifth day of
October, A. D. 1855 at O'CLOCK A. NJ to answer unto
the com plaint of C. j. lansing who demands of you
count now on file in my Office when judgment will be
taken against you for the said amount together with
cost and damages if you fail to appear and answer.
greeting: Make legal service and due return hereof
Given under my hand, this second day of July, A. D.
1855 LOUIS R. SOWERS. j. P
true copy. Attest R. W. Harris Constable
1t appearing by affidavit in the above cause that
Defendant has departed from this State and that
good of action exists it is ordered that service
of Summons be had by publication in the Grass Valley
Telegraph, three months.
LOUIS R., Sewers, J.P.
41-3m Grass Valley Township.
Grass Valley telegraph., 1855-09-04
Ordinance, Nc. XXElE.
Security against Fire.

Security against Fire.
The Board of Tructees of the Town of Grass Val
ley do ordain as follows
SECTION l. Any owner proprietor, occupant or les
see of any house. store other building within the
limits of the thicKy settled portion of the Town of
Grass Valley, where there is any danger of fire COM
municating frcm building to another shall pro-
vide in Keep in readiness, at least fifty gallons of
water to each and every story of such building to be
placed in open vessels and in to be used ex-
cept for the eXtnguishment of fire; and every such
owner, proprietor occupant, lessee of such build
ings shall furnish at least four buckets for each and
every story composing the buildings, and them to be
filled and and Kept filled with water, and to be demos
tied in some convenient and easy place of access at
all times, and in to be removed only in case
OF fire. All persons refusing neglectng to comply
with this section after having received three days no
tlce from the Marshal, to make such preparations
shall be fined not less than five dollars nor more than
twenty dollars, and shall be collected in like manner
as any other debt when judgment shall have been
obtained.
SECTION Q No person shall place, Lor cause to be
placed IN dangerous proximity to any house other
building within the incorporate limits of Grass Val
ley, and hay. straw, shavings, or other dangerous
combustlble matter, unless securely enclosed in a
permanent building Any person violating this sec
ton, shall be fined mol less than twenty dollars nor
more than fifty dollars and in default of payment
shall be imprisoned not less than ten davs and as
much longer as may be discretionary with the con-
vlctng map 9lstrate, and in accordance with the of
fence, for which execution shall be ssued on
of judgment.
Approved June , 1855.
E. A. TOMPKINs, President
Attest-S. c. RICHARDSON, Clerk