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Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

V The Dcriy Journal urges the claims of that valley for the next congressional nomination from the second district II mentions that Thomas Burlock or Henry S. Sanford would, eir.e. ss .h.... make rood candidates.
 sy The difficulties, says the Meriden Transcript, between the Wes.ield branch of the Canal Railroad and the New York and New Haven Co.,, have been comprc. missed, or so arranged that the latter will extend it's trains over the Canal Railroad from New Haven as far north as Wes,6eld and back, and beginning about the 18th instant.
 g Fifty Americans, who were a. Lima, on their return from Australia, took part in the decisive engagement which gave success to the revolution and rendered essential serv- ice. Suitable rewards are to be offered them for their valor, which in the opinion ofmany of the Peruvians, decided the contest. I North Carolina has been reused up to the advantage of railways. Connections are now forming with roads that will lead to Mobile and Pensacola, on the Gulf, and with Vicksburgh and New Orleans. The N. c. railroad is to be extended west to the Tennessee lire, two thirds of the work to be performed by the State. 
 I I, is rather singular fact that among the varieties of parties that have ruled in Massachusetts within the last ten years, none have been found to wipe from their statute book the disgraceful law of imprison-
 nent for debt.
 I Some amateur artists in Schuylkiil County, Pa., have been converting coal to a new use. A Mr. McAndrew has carved ! the bust of an African out of block of coal, and also several of the busts fwell known coiored persons in the town, which have been considered so good, that he has receiv- ed orders for more specimens of his ..black ar'" at the rate of fifty dollars per bust. 1 A butcher of New York city has re- 'ceived an order to kill and salt down 6000 head of eattls for the use of the Allied Ar 1 mics.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

Ihe Religious Herald of Hartford states
 that Connecticut is the scene of another theological conflict" Anu orthodox" min- sIster has charged .brother orthodox min- ister' with the crime of preaching heretical, ansi-scriptural and dangerous doctrines, opposed to the Westminster catechism, the
 Saybrook platform, and various other an. cient and indisputable authorities which have long marked out and staked off the boundaries of safety and propriety in matters of religious belief The accuser. in this case, is Dr. Harvey, pastor of an told school Presbyterian church in Thompsonville, and the delinquent is Dr. Tyler, the theo- logical professor up on East Windsor Hill. The Herald thinks that if it is true that Tyler is .poisoning the stream at its source,' he ought to be looked after-bu, is inclined to think that Dr. T. has done nothing very bad. s-v
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
Frcneh spoiiation Ri;l Vetoed.

This measure, which has been for so long time before Congress, recently passed both branches-and claims due for more than forty years seemed in fair way of being realized. But President Pierce, with little show of reason, has thought best to exer- else the veto power, and all hopes of indem- nity in which the needy claimants have in- dulged are crushed for the present. Gene ral indignation is expressed at the Presi- dents action in the matter. The claims a'noun. to about sli ,ooo, 900, considerable portion held by New England people.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

MR. WisE, the democratic candidate for Governor ot Virginia, does not appear to entertain very favorable opinion of news- papers or newspaper men, Some years since he declared in Congress that he thanked God there was not single newspaper pulp lished in his district" Last week, at the close of thrae hours, sraech at -Ghaslotre- pilla. hA r~iRted 10 sienographic reporter near him and said, "When I get to be Governor of Virginia will have all such cattle hung" It is no, singular ,ha. MT. Wise's success is considered doubtful.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

Father Gara=si noted parsonage, in letter to the N. |. Crusader, says that he shall mos, likely tread she shores of America as soon as the beginning of au- tumn. He wishes, if possible, to go to Italy and prosecute there the work of evan- geliza,ion. But he fears that the country will not be in such state as to allow of his iahors there. lieexpresses himselfextremc- ly displeased with England and France, for fighting "under prrtence of saving European civilization, and yet not freeing the Italian States from the yoke oftyranny." He says he loves America best of all lands, and if he cannot go to Italy. will certainly resume his erusate against Cathelie,sm in this country.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
NoREIGN.

The steamer Asia last week, brought news of the resignation of the entire English min istry, and its acceptance by the Queen. A temporary cabinet. with Aberdeen at the head, is in being, but only till new minis try can be formed.
 Prussia still holds out in her opposition to the allies, and Austria don't know what to do; but Sardinia joins in and furnishes Is, 900 men.
 No additional fighting has taken place in the Crimea, and the condition of the allied forces was improving both in numbers and condition.
 The English Baltic fleet were getting ready for sea.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
Whig State Convention.

A State Convention of the Wings of Ccnnec ficut siiIbe held at the slet,denn. in the city q Hartford: nn Wednesday. ike 18th ef February next, al 10 o'clock. A M. fr the purpose c nnninaiing candidates for Ssate Officers, viz Governor. Lieut.. Governor, Secretary. Treas urrr and Comptroller. The Wings of ihe several towns in the ,Sfaie are reqnrsied |, send delegates to ihe above ennyensl0n, equal to double the number of Rep Teseniatiscs 10 which they are entitled in the GeDerai AssensbIv.
 JAMES DIXON. Chairmau,l J DIANE ALDEN,
 ALFRED H. TERRY,
 s. fl NORTHWAY fWhs state
 VIM. K. SHELBY, ! Central
 VI: |. PARK. Committee.
 ELISHA CARPENTER,
 4. F. WARNER,
 l.. E. PEASE.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
hruissss. The Irishman was on the eround,.

hruissss. The Irishman was on the ground; lpistol in hand, when sstime'' was called, but the moro prudent Hughes was non est. It is upon the whole misfortune to society that neither of the parties was shot. The frequency of prize fights in this State is dis graceful, and am glad to see that bill is before the legislature prohibiting the brutal sport under severe penalties.
 We have law on our own statute book against emigrant runners, but it seems to be dead letter. The frauds practiced by these sccundrels upon foreigners, and also upon Americans from the interior bound to California, are monstrous and of daily oc- currence. hope our energetic Mayor will give the harpics taste c' his quality.
 The bill for the suppression of insenper- ance will come up for its final reading in the Assembly on the 2lst instant. It is much more stringent than the original Maine law and recognizes the righ, of searching private dwellings for liquor, if such dwellings are connected with store CT office of any kind. This is thought by moderate men to be an arbitrary stretch of pnwer. The whole bill will probably be modified in the Senate.
 This is the letting season of New York 1; hut at present there does not seem to be much of rush fer stores or dwellings. Tenants fight shy in the hope that landlords will eventually square demands to the exi- gencies of the times. learn that the As tor House, which report said was to be va eased in the Spring, has been re-taken by Coleman & Stetson, for eleven years from the first of May, at an advance on the pre- sent rent of S3 900 per snnum, NIT. As.or agreeing to eSpend Sl5,ooo in improve ments and repairs.
 The convicts recently exported to this country by the authorities at Antwerp, are to be returned upon their hands. So says our Mayor.
 1. appears from the official statements of the different charitable societies that great distress prevails among the poor o: our city. Meanwhile provisions are higher than they have ever been known, although there is no good reason why this should be the case. The monopolists and foressallers have their agents in every agricultural district. Reeves, sheep, hogs, poultry, butter, vegetables, etc., etc., are all bought up in advance of the demand, and are subsequently, held by these merciless spectators at their oscn prices. One of these days they will be visited with some extra-lesai measure of retribution.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
THE LyrtHFrELp ,ssrrrrrr,

The second term of this school is adve.. tised 10 commence on the 9th prox. We are glad 10 learn Mr. kILeouax is receiving thc encouragement his high abilities as a teacher deserve, and have no doubt he will nnaAc Inc Institute q permanen. establish men', of which the Coun;y may De proud. He has testimonials of high character frora distinguished men. and the proficiency of his pupils bear witness that he is eminen,ly qualified 10 conduct school of the highes, order.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
Hartford and Providence Railroad.

The President of the Harlem Railroad has just published the annual report, in which he thus anticipates the extension of the new road to connect with theirs:
 In looking % the future for revenue, it is proper to notice the fact that the Hartford, Providence and Fishkill Railroad is con- pleted and in use as far westward as Wat erbury, Conn.,, and that the nert link ,0ill connect it ,C,th the Harlem road, at or near Cro,on Falls. This will open new and convenient route to the city, to a large population immediately on the line or adja- cen, to the former road. Overtures in rela- ton to the subjec, have already been made, and it is more than probable that the year 1856 will see the work accomplished.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

PREcocirY AND CHARlrY.-The follow ing letter, which we clip from the N. Y. Eren,ng Post, is said to have been written by a lt,le child only eight years of age; the amount enclosed was tue result of acciden- rui contributions sy e.iA..is calling iu' a"- ring the previous week:
 PLYMOUTH HOLLOW, G., Feb. ith, 1855.
 Dear Mrs. have read crea, deal abou, the poor children in New York this winter. have sixty cents of my own money, in small pieces, which shall give to mother for one dollar bi! which en. close in this note. Wall you please give il to some poor little child. When am older l hope shall have more money. have given all my clothes could spare 10 lit. tie girl here. This is about the first letter l ever wrote, as am only eight years old,
 From ELIZABETH THOMAS.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22


 SrANHoPE BuaLEIeH, or the Jesuits in our
 Homes. A Novel. hy Helen Dhu. N Y.
 published by S,ringer & Townsend.
 This is the work of which we spoke a week or two since, and a perusal of i: sat isied US that it is equal to all tac publish CTS promised. Its circulation will strength en tue growing American feeling in the country. and cause cur citizens to guard more jealousy the institutions of liberty. I. "ill have an immense sale, and aside from its interest as an able and entertaining roc nance, we believe it calculated to produce a beneficial effect on the minds of American fIesme". The book may be had by remit ting the price to the publishers. at No. 2s2 Broadway, New York.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

v The severe rains of Wednesday and Thursday caused apprehensions of another freshe,, but We believe no damage of any consequence was sustained. Trains on the N. Y. road were delayed at the pile bridge at West Haven two or three hours, and alsu on the upper end of the Iousatonic road.
 The ice in the Housatonic river was piled in immense heaps at Derby. and connection with Birmingham was suspended except by boats.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

THE WAsnisGvoS MoSrMssr.-The erec- eicn of she Monument to Washington, in the city called ofier him, has been relinquished a. an individual enterprise. Private dona- t.os,s have entirely ceased and but two work men are now employed upon it. 1t has reached the height af ITO feet. The Man. agers have proposed to Congress to place Inc work in the hands of the na,ien, for them to finish as national work. l. is said ,aa, the committees of both Houses are ready b appropriate the necessary funds. but sha, they difer in opinion whether it shall bs carried on by the present Manassrs, os by . committee appointed hy CongTesA
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
Whig Congressional Convention,

A Convention of ,he Wings of ,he 4.h Con- @ressional District. vii be held al Br..nkfieid oa Tuesday, the 6'h day nf March, 1855 q, 2 o'clock in ihe afternoon. for the purp'se Of nai,- mating candidate for Representative 10 Con grrss.
 The Wings of Inc several towns in ,he 4ih Congressional District, are requested 10 send delega 'cs to :he abnve Convention equal 10 don ble ihe number of Representatives 10 which they are entitled in the General Assembly.
 Per Oedsr Vhig County Committee.
 South Norfo:s. February 18th, 1855.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
RAILROAD ACCIDENT.

The noon train up on the Nauga,uc Rail- road on Tuesday was detained few hours by an accident which occurred two miles below Nauga,uc. The rails appeared to be in good order, when the cars were suddenly thrown from the track, and one of them bad y broken; the action of the frost was prob. ably the cause. No one was injured.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

THE DANGER TO NArloNAL,rY.-In the elevation and splcndor of Athenian po~er says Chancellor Kent. the privi- legs of citizenship was considered 60 distinguished favor, tbat it was granted only by special decree of two successive assemblies of the people, end then alone 10 single worth and reputation. In the times of the earlier Caesars the freedom oi the city and empire was gwen with spnring hand; but the line of degenerate emperors succeeding. corrupted and de- stroyed this salu,ary jealousy of tho right of citizenship, by extending it fret 10 the whole of Italy. and finally to the entire empire. composed, as it was. of an aggregate of suhjuga,ed kingdoms. until the national blood was tainted. the distinctive national prejudice and spirit were dissolved, and the state perishcd under horde of foreign bar barians, whose warlke invasion affords almost the only historic parallel in number 10 the peaceful and insiduous foreign influx to our shores at the present day. In Eng land. the most liberal of the present Eu. ropean governments. citizenship is con~ fe,red only by special act of Parliament. h the Continental nations there are still further limitations, of a total prohibition. When we witness the profuse liberali- ty with which tho sacred right of citi> zenship is bestowed among ne, che slen~ der gua,ds tbst ~~iat against it's unwor'- thy UT fraudulent gift. and the grea, in- 'eresls in the hands of those who grant it. we should pause and calmly consider the possible consequences.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

LAW, BUT NOT JusrlcE.-Judge Roosevelt ofthe U. s, circuit court, New York, decides against the claim of the Sunday Courier for an advertising bin, on the ground that the contract was in violation of the Sunday law. :. It is unnecessary to mention what the popu- lar verdict is against the advertiser, wko after using Sunday paper to extend his business, takes advantage of the law to dee fraud the publisher, s--sss sst6
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
sC2ERYOR COURT.

The February term of the Superior Court for this County was opened on Tuesday by Judge Storrs. The first case taken up was Iuody rs. Olmstcad, both parties from Washington-not yet disposed of.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
ring the previous week :

FIRES hat-forming Factory and grist burned on Sunday night. Loss Si.Ooo.
 The hat factory of Johnson & Signor. at Danbury, was burned down on Tuesday nigh. Loss S3,700, insurance s2,sO0.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

Pursuant to public notice meeting of the Whig Electors of the town of Corn wall, was held at the Town Hall, on the 10th inst, for the purpose of appointing Delegates to the several Conventions.
 Dr B BNorth was first chosen Chair man and c Beers, Secretary.
 The following named persons were ap- pointed Delegates to the State Convention, (,o wiD S D Barnes, A B Swift, Jr, H Hitchcock and Menses Beers.
 At this stage of the meeting, the Chair man and Secretary declined to act and the meeting then chose Samuel Newton, Chair. man, and P. c. Cummings, Secretary.
 The meeting then appointed the follow ing named persons as Delegates to attend the Congressional Convention, Dr John H Welch, Ira Pe;tibone, P c Cummings and A B Holmes, and the following named persons were appointed to attend the Sen- atorial Convention, w w Baldwin, c B Crandall, Wm Vaill and Col D w Pierce.
 Voted-that the Delegates chosen have the power to appoint substitutes.
 The following persons were chosen town Committee: Dr John H Welch, Edward F Gold, and Wm W Baldwin.
 Voted-That the doings of this meeting be published in tie Li.chield Enquirer.
 SAMUEL NEWTON. Ch-:.man.
 PC CuMnIrus, Secretary.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

Cuba.-lt was rumored that an attempt was made on the life of General Concha at Havana on the night of the S,h. The pal- ace was illuminated with gas, which was suddenly turned off, when the supposed con- spiracy was discovered, and eighty of the leaders in it arrested, including Concha's Secretary and two Americans.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

osabscribers.-We forward bills ,n;s week ta noriion- -oI OUT. Subsc ribers, and hope they will receive early attention. Payment must also be made in Gipanee for the comn. year.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

CoAL IN OHIo.-Ohio is estimated to con. tain coal field equal in extent to twelve thousand square miles, or one-third the sur- face of the State. The amount of coal now dug in that State is estimated at nearly 2i,00O, ,00O bushels
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

Slow Business.-We read of an editor out West, who carried on quite a decent paper for one year at an outlay of one thou. sand dollars and hts subscri6ers in that time only paid him sixty dollars ~ all told."
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

g Gorernmen: has ordered the chips a, the Navy Yard, Brooklyn. hitherto given 10 the poor, to be sold for the beneft of iae Siaie.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

IF We received yesterday two commu- nicztions-one of which is crowded out, and the other is declined because we do no, like to make such statements as the ifair) writer desires, without, proper authority.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

Confaenee -The Panama Star, in Ewing the incidents of a recent earthquake ,aere, says one patriotic individual rushed to his consul's residence and claimed the nrc,ec- ton of his flag. In vain Il. friend .aia kim he would Dc no safer these--shat ca..h. quakes respected no flag. "I'll be darned 1t they shan't ours, shoagh," he replied - fany earthquake dare touch the lag the whole Cnioa would rise to put it down.n
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

LA SAKEsi-Ths Rev. Antoinette Brown says that if Providence had giv. en her an invalid husband and half . dozen children. her salary as clergy. man would be amply sufficient to pass them comfortably through life. Here's hint for sick" man-si.uation com~ fortable. westber csld. and young lady freezing her feet on . single bedstssd.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

Fanny Kemhle is about returning to this eounify to reside al her beautiful cottage at Stockbridge. Massachusetts. near tho resi- dencs of the Sedgwicks. She has been living in England for the pas, fsw years, taking eare of her father in his declining ysass. He heinz dead, che has now no sie So detain her loneee from her adopted home, whsrs ii h ssid .she will psobsbly pcs tho unsindas II ha dsyt.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

THE EDlToR WHO SUPPORTS A CLrrcT. MAN.-The Bonner of ike CrJss, an Epis- copal paper published a. Philadelphia, says tha. Gerard Hallock, (once clergyman himself) one of the editors and proprletors Of the New York Journal of Commerce. re- sides in New Haven, where he supports a church and minister himself. Every Mon. day morning the minister is expected to breakfast with him and on lifting his plate finds his weekly salary of S42 beneath it.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
WnAr RussrA nae BEEN Dsrse.--Russia


 WnAT RussiA mas BEEN DoIsG. Russia sesuns lo ks wide awake to her great intrr- ssss, even with asdisasssous war on her hands. According to recent accounts. she has taken advantage of the Chinese rebe]IIon 10 obtain from the impsfisl government a treaty yielding to her the navigation Of the Amoor, and she has already converted that permis:ion into absolute possession of the wholecourse Of the river and an enormous tract fcountgy, about 1000 miles in length, and some parts as much as 500 in breadth i; which gives her access to the Pacific Ocean in temperate climate. Cannon and stores are already carried down the. Arnoor by steamboat, and sent from its mouth to the Russian possessions in America ani it may. atsno distant day, be one of the great channels of European and Asiasic commerce, for the water communication between the Baltic and the Caspian has long been com pleted, and. according to CottrrIl, only 100 versfs, 260 miles of additional canal will be required to sconnect the Pacific with the Caspian. The progress off far-reaching and senterprising nation like this is not to be easily stopped. It gives evidence of waschful vigor. which will accomplish it's destiny, no matter what opposition it en- counters.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

SCENE AT CoSrSssios.-A lady at con fession, among other heinous crimes. as. cased herself of using rouge. What is the use of 1t l" asked her coniessor. .I do i, to. make myself handsomer. At leas. think 50, fa,her." The confessor on this took his pcHitent out of the confession into the light, put on his spec.acles, and. having looked at her atisn.ivelY, said, H We'll, Mad am, yoa may use ronge, for you arc ugly enough evenwit Y"
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

GENERAL Scorr.-The joint resolution authorizing the President to confer the Ere- vet title of Lieut.. General on General Scott, for his eminent military services, passed the House of Representatives, by vote of la6 against 65.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22
CORNWALL.

At meeting of the Whig Electors of the town of Cornwall duly warned and holden on the 18th day of February 1855, Burritt B. North was chosen Chairman and Silas c. Beers Secretary. The following persons were elected as delegates to attend the several Whig Conventions ; to wit:
 Siate-R. B. Hopkins, D. w. Pierce, E. D. Pratt. Stephen Foster.
 Congressional-E. F. Gold, J. P. Brewster, R. I. Scovill, A. B. Swift, Jr.
 Sena,orial-B. B. North, J. T. Norton, T. L. Hart, Isaac Marsh.
 Voted-That the foregoing Delegates have power of substitution.
 Voted-That the proceedings of this meeting be published in the Litch6eld En- quirer, Connecticut Courant and New Ha- ven Palladium.
 Attest "a E. B. NORTH, Moderator.
 s. c. BEERS, Secretary.
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

WHAT A PLAcx.-During the past year, not sing'e marriage has taken place ia Danvillc, Va, which has population of 2500. The laiies there, 1t is said, are a un- commonly hard to marry"
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-02-22

WAR IN ErRopE Victor Hugo con- tends That war in Poland is inevitable. and that when t takes place it may b. regarded as :" tlhe war in Europe" In aspeech before number of polish ex- iles met 10 celebrate the anniversary of the Polish revolution of Nov. 29th, 1854 he advanced that doctrine and made uss. of this language Pciand is in her sepulchefe. but she has her clarion in her hand Bangary is in her shroud. but shs clenches her sabre; Italy is Tn her tomb, bat she has frs .. her heart; F,snce is in the grave. but she has star on her forehead end all signs announce to us in the next spriny the hour of resurrection as tks mo,ninS is the hour of awakening"