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Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
MtsftIIaNf0ns.
GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
glyIlIS REAJJTIEJJL BURIAL PLACl

TINHIS BEAUTIFUL BURIAL PLACE
OF the Dead having just been dedicated with
appropriate ceremonies for the purpose, is now
open for the reception Of the remains Of deceased
persons. mM
bodies, in which such friends of the dead, as may
apply, can place the departed until they select
sites for graves.
The plan Of the incorporators is one Of equality
II regard 10 the lots, which will not be put up
publicly for sale, (although they usually bring q
premium,) making the early selections of lots the
most desirable
Until an Office established in the city Of Wash
ington applications will be punctualy attended TO
at the present Office, in the east wing ofthe build
ing on entering the Cemetery.
Visiters are requested not TO drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds. -
WIN. 8. HUMPHREYS.
N. B. Glenwood is situated short distance
due north of the Capitol. Aug 27-3m
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
NEW BOOT AND SHOE STORE

NEW BOOT AND SHOE STORE
IN Samuel w. Taylor & Co have opened the
spacious New Store on Penn. avenue, next to
Messrs. Geo, S IT, Parker's opposite Browns
Hotel for the sale of Ladies, Gentenen's, Misses
Boys aud Servants BOOTS, SHOES, CATERS
and SLIPPERS.
In opening this establishment our aim is TO be-
come popular by keeping good articles at very low
prices.
Heterogeneous have been made with the best
Northern Manufacturers for regular supply OF
every article exclusively 10 our order.
BY respectful attention to the wants of those
who will favor us with a CALL we hope to merit
their future confidence and patronage.
S. w. TAYLOR 81 Co.
Penn. avenue, opposite Browns Hotel
Aug 2Q--lw
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

HARPER's MAGAZINE for September is
IL magnificent number, filed with superior
ehgfayings and for sale at SHILLSeroNs book
store,
The great Illustrated Magazine Of Art for Sep
tember is one OF the best that has been issued.
Leslies Ladies' Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions.
The Knickerbocker Magazine for September
Godey's Lady's Book, Graham's Magazine, ana
Pu,nam's Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at
sHILLINGToN'S Bookstore,
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
TAKE NOTICE.

NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.
IL w. BROWNING, MERCHANT TAILOR,
under the United States Hotel, would ro.
spectfuly inform his customers and the public
generally that he has just received New Fall and
Winter Goods, in great variety. Such as Cloths,
Cassimeres, and Vestings, of the latest imports
ton, and is prepared to have them made up at
the shortest notice, in the most fashionable man
ner and at low rates of prices.
Having made arrangements 10 go into the
"Ready-made Clothing business" extensively this
season, he feels confident that he can offer TO
those wishing 10 purchase stock OF Cothing,
not inferior TO any in this city, and not made up at
the north, as is usually the case with work sold
here; but cut in his own establishment, and made
by our own needy citizens in this dull season, at
low rates Of prices. He is enabled, therefore, TO
compete with northern work in point of prices
and as 10 quality and style, he will leave for those
who favor him with call to Judge.
He can sell whole suits, Coat PaHts, and Vest,
al the following low rates:
Good suit for business purposes, out OF cioth or
cashmere, for the small sum of............ SO
Dress and Frock Goats, from. .......$lO 10 $2O
Orercoats of different Styles from. .$l2 TO $50
Black and fancy Pantalocns, from.o.. .S3 90 TO $l0
Silk and velvet Vests, FROM. .......$2 90 TO $40
This stock of Clothing is of superior quality
and has been made up since he received the fall
and winter fashions.
He keeps constantly on hand large assortment
Of fancy artclcssuch as gloves, cravats, collars,
umbrellas, &c.
Sole agent for the sale Of SCOTS Report OF
Fashions in this city.
Sept A-F
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

HTORk, or Plenty TO Do and Hours 70
w DO II, by M. M. Brewster, LIST and I'd series
IS cents.
Gratitude, an Exposition Of the l03d Psalm by
Rev. John Stevenson, IS cents.
Sir Thomas Fowell Buxton, Bart, study for
young men.
The Wife, or a Mirror Of Maidenhood, by 7
Binney, so cents.
cravings, 55 cents.
GRAY az BALLANTYNE.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
TAYLOR & MAURY have the honor "a

i announce the completion of preparations for
the festive season. In addition 10 their ordinary
stock, (Which has always been characterized by
elegance and VARIETY they have received
"a choice selection OF beautifully illustrated and
tastefully bound Books.
Articles Of vertu,' in Porcelain, Bronze, and
other manufacture.
Writing Desks, in papier mache and rosewood
Card Baskets Inkstands, Ladies' Cabas.
Cigar Stands aud Cases, Portemonnaies.
Taper Stands, &c.
Together with general assortment OF novelties
remarkable for a combination OF the useful with
the ornamental at prices suitable 70 the artisan OF
millionaire.
Book and Stationery store, near 9th street.
Dec 81
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nREsERVEs, JAMS, sELLIEs, AND
II A. lad A.r-- viz

Marmalade, &c, Sz' - :,
Peaches, Ounces, Damsons, Blackberr,es,
strawberries and Raspberries, and Pine
Apple Preserves.
Black Currant Jeliies, in half and one-pound
jars.
Red Currani Jees, in half pint and quart
Jars.
Grape, Ounce, Crab Apple, and Pinms.
PINE Annie and Crab Apple Marmalades.
Peaches and Pine Apple in cans, hermeticaiiy
sealed, Jellles.
Pine Apple, Peaches, Green Cages, preserved
in brandy.
These Preserves, Jellies, &c, are OF the best
quality, put up TO our order for our .1Ins sales:
SHEKELL BROTHERS,
No. 40, opposite Centre Market.
2 Ycc III uif
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

NOVELTIES, Inventions, and Curiosities
In in Arts and Manufactures.--Price so cents.
Gays Fables profuseiy illustrated.
The Ladies' and Gentlemen's Letter Writer.
Shooting, by r. Blakey.
Just imported from England by
TAYLOR SS MAURY
Oct Rookstore near qtn ST.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
T. ID. winter,
Thomas Brown,

Thomas Brown, L. ID. winter,
OF VIRGINIA. OF PENNSYLVANIA.
vVyHE UNDERSIGNED offer their services
/ to prosecute claims of every description be.
fore Congress and the different departments ofthe
government.
Office on l4th street, opposite Willard's Hotel
Sen 2a-sf BROWN & WINTER.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
TTyHE ART UNION OF LONDON. Plan


for the current year. The list is now open
and everv subscriber Of S5 so will be entitled TO
/. An impression OF Plate, by J. I. Willmore,
A. r. A., from the original picture, by J. j. Chaon,
r. A., {" A Water Parry"
III. A volume containing thirty Wood Engra-
wings, illustrating subjects from Lord Byron's
,yoem OF" Child Harolde !" and
III. The chance Of obtaining one OF the Prizes
10 be allotted at the general meeting in April
which will include
Tire right 10 select for himself valuable work
Of ar, from one Of the public exhibitions
S,a,ue,tes in bronze Of Her Majesty on horse
back by r. Thorneycroft. -
Comics in bronze, from an original Model in re.
lief by r. Jefferson OF " The entry OF the Duke OF
Wellington into Madrid"
Statuettes in porcelain or parian.
Proof impressions Of large lithograpn, 6y y.
Maguire. niter the original picture by w +. Fntn,
r. A.. !. The Three Bows" from Moiieres "bour-
geois Gsptilhomme."
Honorary Secretaries for Washington Mes.rs
TAYLOR az MAURY, Bookeelers. Jan. "a
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

rOSHE BUTTER AND BUCK
VI WHEAT.-Now landing
% kegs Chemung county Butter, very fine.
l3 do. Delaware county do. very good
Plat Mills extra Buckwheat, in barrels, half
barrels, boxes, and bags.
Also, Pennsylvania Buckwheat. in bags,
For sale by SHEKELL BROTHERS,
No. 40, opposite the Centre Market
Dec 1-lwif (Star)
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

NEW YEARS PREsENTs.-M w.
IN GALT & BRO. will open this day magnif
cent assortment of Watches, Jewelry Silver Ware,
and Fancy Goods, suitable for presents, TO which
they invite the attention ofpurchasers.
M. w. GAIT ~ BROTHER,
Jan 3-2t Penn. av, betw. 9th and 10th 81.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
RECOMMENDATIONS.
u. 8. NAVY YARD, GosPoRr, "a,


u. s. NAVY YARD, GosPoRT, VA,
January 20, 1854.
To C. e. Detnaold Prssidsnt ~ J. Zime Co., AZ Y
SIR A series of experiments conducted by me,
with the utmost care, during the past three years,
upon all tho various paints and artificial prepara'
lions for the preservation of timber, have led me
10 the important discovery that the White Zinc
Paint, manufac,uredby by the New Jersey Zinc Com
pany, serves as perfect protection against the
ravages of the marine worm, and the formation OF
barnacles whilst no other paint or preparation OF
any kind combines the same protective effect.
am now preparing full report on tins impor-
tant subject 10 the Bureaus of Yards and Docks,at
Washington, and shall send with il complete Sc
ries Of specimens of wood anc metal plates, which
were covered with the different paints and pre-
para,ions, and then exposed alike ,r an entire
season, in salt water, opposite this Wy yard all
of which illustrates in the mostsr Slg. g manner,
the invaluable qualities and decidea ,peroriiyoi OF
your White Zinc Paint over allb!ler kinds
paints, especially for marine purposes
You are. at liberty to give full puecity 10 the
above stated facts, which are of too much impor-
,ance to be kept from the naval and commercial
world am, respectfully, your obedlent servant,
JAMES JARVIS,
Inspector u. s. Navy Yard, Gosport, Va
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

OrrIcK OF THE ". Y. AND LIVERPOOL Y. 3.
Mail STEAMSHIP Co., Jan. 81, 1854.
The steamers of this company use exclusively
the Zinc Paint manufactured by the New Jersey
Zinc Company experience having proved its de
cided superiority over all other paints.
EDWARD K. COLLINS, Agent.
Apr 7--eolm
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
nAPER MoIsTENER.--A New Inven-

TAPER MOIsTENER.--A New Inven-
ton for Moistening the leaves OF Copying
Book, Postage Stamps, Envelopes, and Moisten-
ing the Fingers when Counting Bank Bills also
useful for various other purposes. II will be
found an indispensable article for every Desk. II
is perfectly simple and cheap, and must come IN
30 general use.
The following are few complimentary opin-
IONS of the Press
PAYER MoIsTENER.-A new and very neat use
tul inve ntion for moistening post Office stamps,
an,.loncs. -, sheets in a copying book, counting
hank bills &c. This does away with the Disagree
able method of mostening stamps, &c, with the
tongue II is a patent article, vary simple and
cbeap and will be universally adopted as soon as
il is scen.-Boston IIanse' ipt, Sept. 1894.
PAPER MoIsTENER.-A new invention for mols-
sninp hostage stamps, envelopes, sheets IN a
copying book, counting bank bills, &c. Inc
common way OF mo stening stamps win the
Iongae is very disagreeable and inconvenient J
olso the usual way Of wetiing sheets in copying
hook, by using brush which has TO be dipped In
water, is inconvenient and very difficult TO give
paper an even moisture, which is very desirable
Tor copyinc letters. This article obviates these
dificulies besides being useful for various DINER
purposes. Il is also perfectly simple and cheap,
and must come into gsneral use Doson foa,
Sept, 1854.
PAPER MoIsrENKR.--A newly invented and very
p.eful little contrivance for moistening postage
s,amps and envelopes, and for wetting sheets IN
a copying book, &c. II costs but little, and WIN
save The tongue good deal OF unpleasant work
Boston Trareils7, Sept, 1854.
Agent for Washington,
TAYLOR & MAURY,
Tan II Bookstore, nenr 9Th st.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
To SENATORS AND MEMBERS or

VNO SENATORS AND MEMBERS or
il the House OF Representatives. gentle
man who has hadltwenty years experience az a
parliamentary, legal, aud general reporter, both in
Europe and America, having several leisure hours
each day, proposes TO devote them TO the service
of any gentleman having writing 10 do, either for
the press or Of any other description. Desiring
some mode Of employing those hours until the ad-
ournment Of the present session of Congress, he
is perfectly Indifferent as 10 the character of the
writing he may be required to perform, and will
perform il upon the most reasonable terms. Com
muncaiions addressed 10 p. B. T., AT Mrs. Wards,
corner of4i street and Missouri avenue, viii meet
order. Feb 2-tf
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

VARIETY BOOT AND SHOE STORE.
WHITE SATIN AND KID BOOTS
w and Slippers Just received general a.
sortment ofthe above; workmanship and materis
of the best.
Also an elegant supply Of Toilet Slipper, EN- J
bracing the French embroded, Wilton, and We
vet. GEO. BURNS,
$40 Pennsylvania avenue,
Adjoining Patterson's Drug Store
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
PosT OFFICE, Washington City, d. c..
Nore,75ey % 1S5.

PosT OFFICE, Washington City d. c.
Norem5ez 20, 1854.
MAILS for Cumberland, Maryland; Clarke
Ixl burg and Wheeling, in Virginia; Zones
Vile, Columbus, and Cincinnati, in Ohio; Siays-.
Vile and Louisville, in Kentucky and India-
n0polis, Indiana, will hereafter be closed at this
office, daily at 2, p. M, departing in the O'Clock
train, and connecting with the train leaving Balti
more for Cumberland and Wheeling al O'clock.
JAMES G.. BERRET
Nov 30-3td Postmaster.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

TRAVELLING and Packing Trunks OF
all quaiities.--A large variety constantly on
hand, and for sale cheap by
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06

THE YOUTH OF MADAME DE LON
i gueville, or new Revelations of Court and
Convent in the seventeenth century, from The
French Of Victor Cousin, by +. w. Ricord.
Faggots for the Fireside, or Facts and Fancy,
by Peter Farley.
Just received and for sale by
Nov l2 r. FARNHAM.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
A RRIVAL OF NEW ENGLISH Juvenile

~ and Other Books.-Odds and Ends rom an
old Drawer, by Werdna Retnyu, M. ID.
Pippins and Pies, by Stirling Coynr.
Charade Dramas, for the drawing room, % Anne
Bowman.
Pleasures, Objects, and Advantages Of Ltera-
,nre. by the Rev. Robert Aris Willenot.
Heir Of Selwood by Mrs. Gore.
Matilda Lonsdale, or the eldest sister, by
Charlotte Adams.
A Tour round my Garden.
Hildred, the Daughter, by Mrs. Newton Cros-
and.
Eastwood Priary, or Mortimers College Life.
Horses and Hounds, practical treatise on their
management, by Scrutator.n
Outlines of Chemical Analysis, prepared for the
Chemical Laboratory at Giessen, by DIR. Heinrich
Will: ,rans slated from the German by Daniel Breed,
M. d., ofthe United States Patent Office.
The Forest in Exile, by Capt. Mayne Reid.
On Sale at TAYOh az MAUhfS
Ian. "a Bookstore, near 9th 81.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
,HE REPUBLICAN COURT, or Ame-
EINE IEMELRY.-I have iu.t receiyed

LNINE JEWELRY.-I have just received
IL new supply of the latest styles of Jewelry
aud have lust finished a 6ae lot of pure silver
ware, such as Tea Sets Goblets Cups, Spoons
Forks, Ladies', Butter, Fish, and Pie Knives
Napkin Rings, &c, &c. All of which will sell
II much lower prices than is usually asked for the
same quality of goods at other establishments in
this city, and will warrant every article as repre-
sented at time Of sale. H. q. HOOD,
Ais Penn. avenue, between AZ and 9th streets.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
MisffIIama0ns.


VNHIS is to give notice that the following
i original Virginia Military Revolutionary Land
Warrants, viz:
No. 662 for 100 acres, issued n,he name of Danie.
Thomas;
No 533 Tor 100 acres, issued in the name oil Thos
Cole; i aHp
No. 2,779 for 100 acres, issued in the name of Dun
No. GdS for 100 acres, issued in the name OF Thosi
Edwards,
have been accidentally lost or destroyed, and
hereby notify all parties that shall make applica
ton TO the Land Office for the issue OF scrip on
duplicates of said warrants under the provisions
OF the act OF the 3lst August, 1852.
Attorney for the Claimant.
TTHE FAILURE Of Free society.-Saci
u o!ogy for the South, or the Failure of Free
Society, by George Fitzhugh On sale al
TAYLOR & MAUEy'S
Jan. 13 Book Store, near 9th street.
nON'T FAIL TO CALL AT HOODS
~ ifyou wish to purchase anything in the way
Of fine American, London, or Geneva watches,
that can be relied on for the true time rich gold
jewelry, pure silver ware, &C., &C., and save from
Is TO rs per cent, as he is now receiving his
Fall supply, which will be sold at the lowest
wholesale rates.
Fine watches and jewelry repaired, and war.
ranted TO give satisfaction.
II. o. HOODS
Pa. avenue, between Al and 9th streets, sign OF
the large spread eagle. Sept left
NEW BOOKS.-Plato on Immortality OF
IN the Soul, translated from the Gr.ek by .
Charles S. Stanford.
Florence Egerton or, Sunshine and Shadows,
by the author of Clara Stanley, Syc
Sketches OF Western Methodism, Biographical,
Historical and Miscellaneous, illustrative of Pho
neer Life, by Rev. Jas. b. Finley.
For sale by GRAY & BALLANTYNE.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
NEW YORK, May ., Issa.-The UNDER

I. p. DUNTON, Ticket Agent.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-06
s Garner, Draper and Tailor, Nor

Apr 7--eolm
Smyrna times., 1855-01-31
Palo Alto, Jan. 1855.
Correspondence Of the Smyrna Times.
DALEvILLE, Del, Jan. 25, 1855

DALEvILLE, Del, Jan. 25, 1855.
Mn. EDITOR After a long protracted ST.
lence have again resumed my pen to jot down
a few lines for the columns of the Times.
noticed, few weeks ago, an inquiry in regard
to several correspondents, my humble self being
among the number. The only excuse can
offer is the want of matter sufficiently interest
ing tor your readers. A very good apology is
it not
The legislative wisdom of Delaware is now
assembled at the capitol, for the purpose of en-
acting such laws as are calculated to promote
the welfare of their constituents generally
Well, the inquiry arises what is necessary at
present to increase the prosperity and happiness
OF the citizens of Delaware!
1t is fact that is seldom coptradcted in thit
enlightened day that the sale of intoxicating
liquors, as a beverage, costs the State man!
times the amount of money received for licen
ses. 1t is also equally well known that tn
excessive indulgence in these liquors destroys tn
characters and regulations of many who wou
otherwise be useful and respectable citizens
that the once happy wife is made the alserabl
victim of abuse and persecution, and childre
! beggars and orphlns-are too palPable and to-
often seen to be denied.
That the legalized sale of ardent spirits in
creases taxation, increases the number of cast
ulties, increases the number of widows and ol
e phans, blackens and destroys the reputation, an
makes multitudes incapable of exercising tt
duties of citizen of republican common
a wealth, are all facts that appeal in powerf
language to the Legislature of Delaware.
> make some provision whereby these evils CT
be remedied. That is the purpose for whi'
they were chosen-they were elected to ena
laws to promote the good of the masses.
Will they do it! Will they make regulatio
D. whereby the injury resulting from the ru
traffic may be prevented! Or, are they Ii
their predecessors-Gfraid Of their PopuIGrit
A Popularity indeed! Popular with the drum
r. ard Popular with the victim of delirii
es tremens who, in his rawlings, will vent ours
RS upon you as the cause of his misfortune! WI
is such popularity as this compared with
everlasting gratitude of sober, respectful
DIV intelligent and enlightened community
I'D sure aud inevitable results of Prohibition.
Yours, negligentlg NsD
Smyrna times., 1855-01-31
Written for the Smyrna Times.
EG0TISM.
BY IOTA.


"Quid dignum tanto feret hic promissor hiatu
Parturiunt montes, nasciter rdcuus mus"
Horace.
Too many of the human race are too much
inclined to be the hero Of their own story, and
to set themselves up ds examples OF virtue,
greatness and bravery, and to compare every
thing worthy of honor to their own immortal
deeds, and are almost continually speaking of
their own ncomprehens. ble powers. Such
egotsm in men Is disgusting to every sensible
man, and instead of elevatIng, lessons them in
the estimation of all whose esteem Is worthy
of possessing and instead OF thus gaining ap-
plause, they receive merlted contempt for their
mlsdlrected attempt to bring themselves luto
notice. Disgusting as selt-pralSe is in men IN
the common walks Of lite, yet 1t is still more so
III public writers and speakers, and equally as
| common, and of a more unreasonable character
| Who can read even well-wrltten article with
! pleasure, when its author is continually speak
my OF himself in bombastical manner Who
cares whether the author has been sick-headed
aud love-sought, and found comfort IN the Sooth-
! ing smiles OF ms sweetheart! Who cares whe-
ther he has been sacked or not We care
nothing about his troubles. We only want TO
know his views upon different subjects
1t is nothing to US if he has enchanted thou
sands with his poetIcal etiusons, or values his
intellect above the uncounted millions OF Aus
> / th.,, toIJ I,l - l. 1
has not roAmed amid the romantic scenery o.
) Italy or seen Vesuvius' smoking summit, we
want to hear nothing about 1t; but If he has
we would be glad il he would describe to vi
tbs scenes he may have witnessed in that " lant
OF song and SUM-" Nearly all men admir-,
modesty aud contemn selt-conceIt and sell
praise So that, he who is the least forward Il
7 make pretenslons will be most liable to receive
applause and honor from the wise and good, es
peclally if he struggles through difficulties il
order to perform noble deeds, and tries to trans
u unit his name untarnshed, undehed by egotisu
: to future generations. Who can respect TIA
r egotIst! No one of of sound mind. He
, truly abominable and disgusting, and all thi
J merely because he fears that some one will ia
e to perceive his mighty powers, and fail to a
d preclate him. "Sef-praise is selfdisgrace,"
l. true as well as an old adage. Take warnm
"' then, ye champions OF the quill, and beware, lie
% thy desire of praise may entice thee into eg
t.srn, and render thee rldiculous-say less abo
'' yourselves and more of other things. FOrgl
u profit from them and shun the path of the eg
" tst.
ar 20 would some power the gifte gle US
he To sGe ourselves as others see u.s.
10 Pal0 Alto, Jan. 1855.
Smyrna times., 1855-01-31

COUNTERFEIT GoLD DoLLAR.-There is at
present in circulation counterfeit gold dollar.
1t snade Of pure brass gilt 1t differs but slight.
y from the genuine com, in its appearance;
though Close inspection Of the wreath, on one
side Will show they are not exactly the same.
Th" Weight o; Tins counterfeit is only lG grains
while that OF the genuine is %. The differ
encc IN weight is such as to be plainly percep-
! tIble on Comparing the two, notwithstanding
| dlmutlve size OF the CONS. The counterfeit IL
u dangerous one, from the fact that being so
small, It Is MOI apt 20 be 50 closely gcrutinlzed
as would be large coin.
Smyrna times., 1855-01-31
FOR SALE.

TS TON best Government Peruvian Guano,
az 5000 bushs. best PlyRouth Stone Lime,
$1,000 bushels best Schuylkill Fine Lime,
25 thousand good Haron Brick,
10 Samon Brick,
80 perches Building Stone,
300 bushels Ground Alum Salt,
20 sacks Ashton's best Salt.
30 bbls Fresh-Ground Family Flour,
% bbls Eastern Herring.
5000 lbs. Bacon, in Hams, Middlings, &C.,
Best Building Lime constantly on hand.
Any quantity of good Stone Lime, from Ply
mouth qu.rries and kilns, may be contracted
or by Farmers, for the land of best quality, al
cheapest going rates 80
~. GEO. w. CUMHlNS 81 CO
Smyrna, June 26, lSJ4.-6m.
Smyrna times., 1855-01-31

a oEasIBLE FRAYlR.-The chaplain of the
Indiana Leg stature recently opened the session
with u general prayer, wh.cll closed with the
following eloquent and sensible invocation.
Parts OF tins invocation, it strikes us, are well
suited TO other merlllans besides that of Ind-
ana: "And, o Lord, have mercy upon our
legislatures. Be with them, aud bless them,
ii rhcy know not. Spare their lives and teach
them to gorlfy thy name. Hasten them to their
homes, where they may direct their attention
to good works and general usefulness among
their families ana nelghbors. May the people
resolve TO keep them there, and i'll future elect
men of sound morals and temperate habits, so
that good may hereafter result from legislation.
Save the good people of lhs State from dis.
grace, Winch must follow If the same crowd
should again come here to make laws Hear
US, y Lord, aud grant our prayer. Amen"