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SMALL TRACT OF LAND NEAR WASH
~ ington for sale.-The subscriber has for sale a
very desirable tract Of land, containing 80 acres,
lying in Washington county, about 4 mile dis.
tant from the Navy Yard Bridge, which will be
sold on reasonable terms upon application to
JAMES G. MCGUIRE,
Auctioneer and Commission Merchant
nov 13-6t
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HOME HILL FOR SALE.-THIS RESI-
U dence is situated I'm the imm dtate vic nifu

HOME HILL FOR SALE.-THIS RESI-
dence is situated in the immediate vicinity of
Falls Church, Fairfax county, Va; is 10 miles
from Washington city, from Alexandria, and
fram Georgetown. The location is one celebrated
for its heal hfdlness. The above place comprises
ten acres OF first rate land dwelling house. barn,
fruit trees, &c. The dwelling is large and COM
modious, and built with special reference to
modern conveniences. The barn embraces car
rage house, storage room, stabling, &c. There
Is wood lot in the vicinity which will be sold
with the above, or separately.
The above described place Is recommended to
those desiring beautiful country residence. 1t
would also be an admirable location for a school
The Alexandria, Loudon and Hampshire II all
road Is within quarter Of mile.
For further particulars apply to N. Gilbert,
Esq, Washington, d. c., or to the subscriber on
the premises. r. F. JUDSON.
nov 6-2awtJan1
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BvA GREEN. Auctioneer.
GOVERNMENT SALE OF HORSE, OK

" en-, Chains Blocks, &c. at Auction.-On
MONDAY, the 10Th November, 1855, shall 81 IL +,
at IL O'Clock III at the Washington navy yard
on account o; the United States, the following
ticles, viz:
One Horse and two yoke fine Oxen
Four wood room Nantes one old Seine
One lot condemned Blocks
Tine lot Ropes and Canvass Shakings
One lot old Chairs.
Terms cash, in specie.
By order Of the Navy Agent
nov ~ Ct A. GREEN, Auctioreer.
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CoURri OF CLAIas.-Yesterday, the argu-
nrnt in the case Of Benjamin III. Springer
was resumed by Hon. Frederick p. Stanton,
who was followed by the Solicitor. The argu-
mont was closed by Mr.. Stanton, and the case
was submitted for the decision Of the court as
- WHISTLER testimony be taken or not.
The court then adjourned.
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NARRlED,

MARhiED,
On the 18th instant, b. Rev. 8. Hill, RICH.
ARD T. HALEY, Esq, to Miss CLARA SIP
LEY, both Of Fairfsx CO, Va.
alexandra papers copy
On tbs l5th instant, In 81, Patrick's Church, by
tie Rev Mr. O'Toole, Mr.. THOMAS p pow
ERS, Of Waterford, to Miss MARY NJ. SLA
TER, Of Kilkenny, ireland
A. Char,estown, Mass on the 18th instant, by
Rev. Mr.. Lambert, ALBERT B. POWERS, Of
this city, to VIRGINIA, daughter Of Purser Levi
ID, Slamm, u. .. Navy.
DIED,
On the 10th instant, at his father's residence,
OF consumption, WILLIAM PINKNEY KING.
Mk. WILLIAM PALMER,
PROFESSOR OF THE FLUTE q SINGING,
a33 Fstrssf, ssrss, Of FesrfssxsA street,
sep Ia 80
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BY JAS. c. MCGUIRE, Auctioneer.
TAUSTEE'S SALE OF VALUABLE LOT

TAUSTEE'S SALE OF vALUABLE LOT
Il near the Capitol.-On MONDAY after
noon, November 18th, at O'Clock, on the premi-
ses, the subscriber will sell, by virtue Of deed
OF trUst, dated July Doth, 1854, and duly recorded
In Liber A. 5 No. ST. folios $40, &C., one of
the land records for Washington county, Lot No
avenue, between South b and C streets, running
back about 10J feet.
The situation Of this lot with reference to the
Capitol extension is such that IT must become
very valuable in a short time.
Terms: One-th.rd cash the balance in and
IL months, with interest, secured by deed OF
trust on the premises.
THOS. J. FISHER, Trustee.
nov SEQ J. C.. McGUIRE, Auct.
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NOR RENT-TwO MEDIUM SIZED three
IL story Brick Houses on the corner OF 9th and
N SITS. One Of them is an excellent stand for
grocery; the other a desirable private dwelling.
Terms very moderate. Apply to A. N. Glenn
ENTS, 3S2 corner I2th and l. streets.
nov iO-1w#
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nor RENT-TwO FURNISHED Parlors
Il on the first floor, and one chamber with or
without board, on Tenth street, between and r
street, No. $50. nov 14-3t*
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nE. MUNSON s~
II Has removed to $40 Pa avenue,
and is now ready to fulfil his old en-%lIIn
gagements and m AXE new ones. nov ~
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MEDICAL CARD.

nR. STANISLAS HERNISZ, REGULAR
II PRACTITIONER OF HOMEOPATHY, Office No.
231, corner of + and Fourteenth streets.
DIR. STANISLAS HERNISZ having returned
from Europe with improved health, will attend
to the practice Of his profession. Office hours
from 10 o clock a. m. to 3 p. m. nov 16-1m*
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NOTICE.

THE STEAMER GEORGE PAGE HAS re-
l. sumed her regular TRIPS be- sEr'r
tween Alexandria and Washington - -
and will ran at the hours heretofore advertised.
nov 1i--1w JAMES A. EVANS, Agent.
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ENOR RENT-THREE ROOMS, Furnished
Il or unfuInished, with board, on fl, between
10th and 18th streets, No. 436. nov l2-eo3s
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NOR RENT-THE THREE STORY STORE
Il and Dwelling, No. So Bridge street, George
town, so long occupied as Emmert's CONNECTION
cry. Apply TO Army, next door.
INV 95-lawu
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LyOR RENT-A HANDSOME PARLG.. I'd
l. several very pleasant furnished Cha. 81 >
with gas and water fixtures in the rooms anu
bathing room In the house The location IS s3e
sirable one, being convenient to the Naii0n@i i1C
Browns Hotel. Apply to Z. X LUNDY, No. Il
Louisiana avenue, between 6th and eth SITS.
nov l2-f
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CHAPPED HANDS can be avoided by usius
~ the Transparent. Soap sold at
nov 1i-3t LAMMOND'S eth st.
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MErRoPoLIrAS RAILROAD The Rockville
Sentinel states that the directors Of this COM
pany: have accepted the proposals of a1 eff
cient number Of contractors to commel- the
construction Of this important work within
Montgomery county forthVttA, and that there
-cannot be doubt of its being made to Fred
erick, provided those most interested in the
work will lend it such material as they have
il in their power to afford.
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ENOR RENT.-ON VERY MODERATE
l. terms, a furnished House with all the modern
improvements. Also, one in the same neighbof-
no ID without furniture. Possession given Imme-
diately. Enquire at 357 street, between 18th and
18th. nov 1854
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EOR REM IA TWO STORY BRICK
Il Dwelling House on the north side Of N York
avenue, three doors ives, from corner Of 18th St,
suitable for a small family. Apply to X. Dorset
next door, orto CHARLES DE SEEDING, No.
507 Seventh street noy9-eoit
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-11-17

ENOR SALE-TEN ACRES OF VALUABLE
l. Land, embracing most beautiful building
site, together with town and county advantages,
overlooking the District Of Columbia, situated on
the Virginia banks Of the Potomac, and within ten
minutes walk Of the Omnibus stand in George
town. 1t has wood and a fine Spring Of 90 Spa
Water The advantages Of a country residence
without the city during an epidemic, Is obvious.
LLOYD CO., 18th street, opposite Tie Treasu-
ny. Open from 10 TO O'Clock oct Is-eolm
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SUNNYSIDE FOR SALE.-THE SUBSCRI-
~ Der desiring to remove South, offers for sale
this beautiful and highly improved farm, lying
in Alexandria county, Va, mile from the Long
Bridge, or 2k miles from Centre Market, with
easy access by Washington and Alexandria turp-
pike, or Alexandria Canal, which touch the place
The farm contains 200 acres; 30 acres is in good
timber; the balance well laid of In arabic fields
and meadows. Also, about 500 fruit trees of va
rious kinds, well selected and planted In slit;ble
situations.
The Improvements consist Of good Dwelling
House Of rooms, beside garrett and baG emeLt, a
house for overseer and hands, stablipg for horses
and cattle, with necessary sheds &C, usual 20 a
dairy and market farm.
Persons desiring TO purchase can get further In.
formation by visiting the premises.
Terms liberal. EDW. b. POWELL.
nov l2-u
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DLEAsANTC RESIDENCE FOR
L RENT "A Farm which is now under care
full cultivation, containing lis acres, all Of which
can be IN ide productive, soil good, well fenced,
and good peach orchard. 1t is improved by
comfortable house, containing IL rooms, which is
stone spring house, two new barns, stsblng, car
house, corn house, overseer's house, house
for hands, &c. 1t is within thirty minutes drive
ton, and Is only for rent be ause the owner and
present occupant Is not able to give 1t the atten-
ton II should receive More or less land will be
rented with the house II desired. Possession given
at any time
Also, several tracts Of lands, contaiaing from
20 to 80 acres more for rent within three miles
of the city. Inquire OF JNO p KIBBEY d
CO., Real estate agents, next door to Bank Of
Washington. nov 1916
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ENOR RENT-A TwO-STORY AND ATTIC
Il Brick Dwelling, with two-story frame back
building attached, all In good order, situated on
MARYLAND avenue, between " and 9th SITS. Rent
moderate Apply to GEO. w. HINTON, Mer-
chant Tailor, 406 Pa. avenue.
oct 30-n IOrgan
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MlNCE MEAT.

M1NCE MEAT.
RTINCE MEAT OF SUPERIOR QUALITY,
Lfl made from Virginia Mountain Beef and
Fruits and Spices Of the pureSt and best quality,
under my own supervision, for sale at my store,
corner OF Vermont avenue and 18th street
nov 10 Il. NJ. Z. KING
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CHIRTS MADE TO ORDER STEVENS
- Browns Hotel, Is prepared to make SHIRTS
TO measure, and warrant them to az In all cases.
STEVENS'S Salesroom,
nov l3-et Browns Hotel.
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MRS. CHOATE t
MILL OPEN HER FALL. AND WINTER
w MILLINERY, ON SATU RDAS next, "A
October 20th. She Is ready to attend pune ~
tn by to all orders the Ladies may favor her ~
with. Corner u Louisiana avenue and 9th streef.
oct lS-4 49, (Intelp
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ONGFELLOw'S NEW POEM 1.-THE
IL Song of Hiawatha," by Henry Wadsworth
Longfellow, 81.
Curious Stories about Fairies and other F unny
People, IS cents.
Just published, and for sale at
TAYLOR Il MAURY'S Bookstore,
nov Ii near 9th street.
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FOR SALE AND RENT.

A I PRIVATE SALE.-A BOAR DING
n Horse doing a coed business, well located
and well furnished, win be sold at great bargain
by sddre ssing "Boagding," at the Star Office.
nov J6-3t% .
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GAMES FOR CHILDREN The AmeIi-
" can Eagle, Steeple Chase, Racers, Fox and
Geese, Lotto, with fine assortment OF new and
desirable Toys FOR sale low at
T. nov li-3t LAMMOND'S, eth st.
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A TTENTION, LAND SEEKERS-FOR
n sale-70 acres Of Land in Alexandria county,
Va, miles from Washington city; 2H from
Georgetown. This place was formerly comprised
In the tract known as " The Glebe.S Ii is well
wooded and watered; improved by an excellent
residence. Inquire at the corner Of 18th and Nj
streets
FOR RENT.-The new brick House on the
southeast corner Of 18th and nj streets. Apply on
the premises. nov H-eolm*
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-11-17

NATIONAL THEArRE.-As has heretofore
been announced, James w. WaIlack, Jr., will
on Monday evening, appear at that establish
ment in the character Of Macbeth; Mr.. Howe
rs Mlcduff, and Mrs. Melinda Jones as Lady
Macbeth. The high reputation Of Mr.. Wal
lack as a tragedian, will, doubtless, apar
from the great merits Of the literary prOduc
ton of {. the Bard Of Avon" attract q dense
uditcry. The entire Museum Company vii
appear in the tragedy.
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UNFINISHED OR UNFURNISHEDR ROOMS
Il WITH OR WITHOUT BOARD.-Mrs. N
WILSON having removed to those new and com
modious Houses on the north side Of ID street, be-
tween Sth and 9th, is now prepared to accommo'
date those wishing rooms furnished or unfurnish-
ed, with or without board. oct 23-u
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HOTEL OPENING -Dexter's Hotel, formerly
the Avenue House, will be opened on Monday
next. This establishment coptains about sew
enty chambers, many of them with adjoining
paIlors. No pains have been spared to render
il not only comfortable, but elegant in all the
arrangements and appointments. The ladies'
drawing room is indeed splendid.
Mr.. Dexter is gentleman Of enlarged ex-
perience in bookkeeping, and will be favor
ably remembered as the former " mine host''
Of the National The travelling public may
be assured that they will be handsomely en-
tsrtained at all times by the enterprising and
liberal proprietor.
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EToR RENT-SINGLE ROOMS, OR AN
Il entire story, consisting OF three connexions
rooms, can be obtained at No. Oil south side Pa.
Avenue, between 9th and 10th SITS. oct ID
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-11-17

HANDSOME STORE Wall & Stephens, clo-
thiers, have fitted up new establishment, a
few doors west Of the National Hotel, which,
for beauty of arrangement, cannot be sur
passed in this latitude. The artisans whose
skill has produced this result are Shutter and
Kshlert, fresco painters; 7. b Entwistle and
7. Birch, carpenters; the gliding and deco
rations by Mr.. Lamb; the gas fixtures by
Thompson & Brother. The store will be
lighted In a manner entirely different from
any row in use; the illumination being re-
fected from a large bronze figure supporting
the chandelier. The entire work is in the
highest degree creditable to those mechanics
of w ashingtOn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-11-17

Do OMFOR RENT.-A pleasant Room in the
HI third story, with or without furniture. Apply
to GEO. WILLNER'S Paper hanging Store, AGA
Ninth street. sep 20-H
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-09-25
What Hope Did,

IT stole on its pinions Of snow 10 the
bed Of disease nj the sufferers frowu
became smile, and the emblem Of pc q &C
and endurance.
II went to the house OF mourning
and from the lips Of sorrow there came
sweet and cheerful songs.
1t laid its head upon the arm OF the
poor, which was stretched forth at the
command of unholy impulses, and saved
him from disgrace and ruin.
1t dwelt like living thing in the bo
som Of the mother, whose son tarried
long after the promised time Of his com.
ing /; and save her desolation, and the
scare that killeth."
1t hovered about the head Of the youth
who had become the Ishmael OF society
and led him on TO works which even bis
enemies praised.
1t snatched the maiden from the Jaws
Of death, and went with an old man to
heaven.
No,-hope my good mother have il.
Reckon it on your side. Wrestle with
it that il may not depart. 1t may lessen
your pain. Life is hard enough at best,
but Hope shall lead you over its noun.
tains, aud sustain you amid it's pillows.
Part with all beside-but keep thy hope.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-09-25

lawyer, and son OF a distinguished mem,
Der Of Parliament under The Constitu
tion Of ls4s.
Tho house Of tho afflicted family wa.
visited Immediately after tho funeral by
Police committee, and the inmates o.
il subjected 10 the most painful inquisi
ton touching the conversations and cir.
cumstances Of the sick room, the friends
who were present from day to day, &c.,
without ore word Of political heresy be
Ing revealed. Nevertheless, two of these
who had watched with their dying friend
literary gentlemen, who since The rall oil
the Constitution Of 40, have abstained
wholly from politics, were banished from
the county; the physician who atlen.
ded him. and six young noblemen,
whose carriages formed part of the fune.
raj corlege, were severally taken to dif.
lerent country settlements, and required
10 keep within their respective limits for
three months ! One Of these a son.in.
law Of Prince ToreIIa. who repaired i'm.
mediately 10 the royal residence at Gao.
Ia for an apeal to the King-but for The
first time 10 his life, was refused an au
dicncc,
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-09-25
A Curiosity.

Two large masses Of native copper,
have for the last few days been lying in
front Of the Merchants Exchange
They are on their way to England, 40 q
sample Of the mass copper from Lake
Superior. The one is from the "Min.
nesota Mine," and is sample Of
mass, (as now exposed in the mine, 1877
feet helow the surface measuring SO by
40 feet, and foot thick on an average.
1t is estimated 10 contain 200 10 800
tons. OF copper. averaging IS per cent.
Of pure metal.
The second mass is from the +" Rock.
land Mine," adjoining the Minnesots,
and is one Of the best specimens Of an.
cient work ever found. The mass was
met about 20 feet below the surface.-
The upper end has been worked with
some hammers Of the Ancients, who, ac.
ter getting off many small pieces. un.
dertook 10 cut off piece which would
weigh 800 or 400 tons, but left The Job
unfinished. <.e 1. ~
These ancient diggings are found 10
many places Of Lake Superior, and in
some localities trees have grown over
the work, by counting the circles, we're
found to be over 700 years old. Who
these people were remains to be disco.
Y. Jour. Com. ~
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-09-25
Seventeen Things,

In which young people render them.
selves very impolite
l. Loud laughing.
2. Reading when others arc talking.
8. Cutting finger nails in company.
4. Leaving meeting before it is closed.
s. Whispering in meeting.
9. Gazing at strangers.
Z. Leaving a stranger without seat.
8. A want Of reverence for superiors.
o. Reading aloud in company with.
out being asked.
10. Receiving present without some
manifestation Of gratitude.
IL. Making yourselves topic Of
conversation.
12. Laughing at the mistakes Of
others.
l3. Joking others in company.
IA. Correcting older persons than
yourself, especially your parents.
Is. To commence talking before
Others nre through.
1e. Answering questions when put to
others.
II. Commencing to eat as soon as
you get TO the table.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-09-25
A. G. GRlCWL TWRAL.
Sprouted Wheat Good for Seed

A coReEsPoNDEST Of the Rural New
Yorker, w. GARBur, Wheatland, N. Y.
states that sprouted wheat is about as
good for seed as that which is uniniured
by wet weather. This will be good news
to many Of our readers. MI. G. is a
careful and reliable man and the state.
ment may be acted on with confidence.
He says:
The excessive wet weather in harvest
sprouted so much of the wheat in this
section, that many Of the farmers are
very anxious to procure sound wheat
for seei. | can assure them that they
need not be solicitous on that account,
for wheat that has been sprouted will
germinate as freely a second time as it
did the first, and with equal vigor. To
test the fact, on the 18th Of this month
| took some Of the worst sprouted wheat
that had /; every kernel Of it had
grown, and it was so throughly dry that
the sprouts all rubbed off. | put it in.
to rich soil of suitable moisture. On
the fifth day much Of it made its ap.
pearance, and now, on the eighth day,
many Of the spears are three inches
long, and as strong and as vigorous as
ever saw young shoots Of wheat
Every kernal Of it has grown.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-09-25
Hardening the Constitution.

MEN talk about "hardening their con.
stilution," and with the view expose
themselves to summers sun and winler's
wind, to strains and efforts, and many
unnecessary hardships. To the same
end, illin(ormed mothers souse their lit.
tie infants in cold water day by day ;
their skin and flesh, and bodies, are still
growing rougher and thinner, and weak.
er, until slow fever, or water in the brain,
or consumption Of the bowels, carries
them to the grave. and then they admin.
lister 10 themselves the semi.c omfort and
rsther questionable consolation, Of its
being mysterious dispsnsation Of Prov
idence, when in fact Providence had
nothing 10 do with it. He works nc
miracle 10 counteract our follies.
The best way l know Of "bardeninl
constitutions" is to take good care Of il
for it is no more improved BY harst
treatment, than 6ne garment OF new
hat is made better by being banged about
Journal Of Health.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-09-25
HUMOROUS.


We cell special attention 10 the fol.
lowing. which we find in the Pit,sbusg
Dispatch: " tS
4 correspondent Of the PHILADELPHIA
Ledger advocates the use ofa wash com.
posed Of lime. salt and fine white sand
OF wood ashes, put on in tho ordinsry
way Of white washing. rendering ahs
roof much more safe against taking fire
from falling cinders or otherwise, il case
Of fires in the vicinity. II pays the OK.
pense a hundred fold, in its preserving
influence against the effects Of the wes.
ther !; the older end more weather bea.
ten the shingles the more benefit derived.
Such shingles generally become moro
or less warped, rough and cracksds tho
application Of the wash. by wet,ing tho
upper surface, restores them at once to
their original or fiat form. thereby clos.
ing tho spaces between the shingles, and
the lime end sand, BY filling the cracks
and pores in the shinsls itself. prevents
its warPing again for years, il not forever
thereafter. All roofs over three years
old should be whiiewashed. Insurance
companies would save money to require
it, or be at the expense themselves on
all buildings insured. 1t keeps the wet
blanket always spread. II also p6wsr.
fully repels the heat Of the sun, render.
ing the upper portion Of The house
much cooler. The expense is SO triAing
(Iom 25 cents 10 $l,) thst il is no bar
against its general adoption. 'Fi' 'F'
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-09-25
Orange Water Melon.

The Louisville Journal distributed a
member Of seeds Of this melon among
careful cultivation, and having received
specimens Of the fruit says:
They fully meet our expectations both
in their novelty and in their delicious
flavor. Theyare Of hardly medium size,
weighing from 6 to 8 pounds each.-
They are Of greenish color. The rind
is thin, and, when cut through, it sep.
arates as freely fom the flesh as If it
had never been united. The lobes OF
the fruit may then be divided like an
orange without breaking them or dis.
placing the seeds. The flesh is red and
solid-that is, without cavities, as is
common in large melons; seeds white.
We think it was first obtained from
India or China. 1t is truly a valuable
fruit, but it will rapidly deteriorste il
not planted soidely separate from other
mem6efs Of the same genus.
We shall be glad to hear from those
10 whom we distributed seeds.