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Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14

town and the surrounding country arc
necessarily one and indivisible that Lew
isburg is but the outlet of Buffaloe Valley,
and its every hope and interest is indisso-
lubly identified with those of the whole
Valley. If that prospcrs, We prosper; if
that suffers, VIC suffer with it.
But JOHN seems to be determined to
keep aloof from prosperous town, and
thinks there is no danger from the aa
vancement, the influence, or the popularity
of Miflinburg. (IIappy JOHN! happy
Mifflnburg! you seem made for each
other.'') And then JOHN fears that Lew
isburg will " continually and for ever af-
forwards" cheat the North aud the West
ends Of tho county out of their rights
rule them with a rod of iron-and make
them slaves. All that, however, depends
upon the people themselves. Our acquain-
tancc with the sensible and Independent
farmers Of Buffaloe, White Deer, aud Dry
Valleys leads US to think they were not
made to be either dupes or slaves. No
doubt there are men in Lewisburg as well
as in Miffiinburg, who would like to man
age all the county matters to subserve
their private interests; wherever county
seats are, such men eudeavor to ply their
trade; but then, JOHN, we have an all
sufficient remedy for that evil-it is, the
BALLor-Box! The townships always have
the large majority of voters, and can select
ticket Gas now without single candi-
date from the county seat. 10 truth, the
smaller county seat is, the more univer-
sal and frenzied is the officc.hunting ma
MIA. New Berlin bad more ofice-brokers
than Danyille has. Ard why? Because
in large place there are variety Of lu-
crativc and more engrossing pursuits, and
the business of county becomes only one
Of many matters of interest while in
small, stationary, single-quadruped 'burgs
such as JOHN wants his county seat to
be-two-penny offices is the great strife of
the year, and every man is looking out for
one dollar or hundred from the courty
treasury.-"O but" says JOHN, "you'll
build plank roads, cross-cuts, and what not,
out of the peoples funds" That, good
sir, depends upon the Laws and upon the
Commissioners, and Mifflnbhrs needs such
improvements, and would bo quite as apt
TO strain point to get them, as Lcwisburg
The People elect the Commissioners and
they act under the Law, whether in New
Berlin, Mifflinburg, or Lewisburg.
JOHN says he has more good and
weighty reasons" of the same sort, but
thinks these will do, such as they are. No
doubt of it.
"Such arguments with honest face
Gave never Balaam tO his ass
"Good-byc, JoHN.'
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14
THE FARM:
The Garden...The Orchard.
Written for the Dollar Newspsper-rhiIail
The Moons influence on Vegetation.

Written for the Dollar Newspsper-rhiIail
The Moons influence on Vegetation.
This is subject that ought to be un-
derstood better than it is, aud hence this
effort to draw the attention Of those who
can throw light upon it.
1t is very common notion among men,
that the moon, in its rarioaS ch Rycs, ox-
erts a material, and, at times, great infu-
ence upon the weather, its heat, dryness,
and moisture or rain, wind, &c, and of
course upon ccJe'ation through the wealth
er And this opinion has not been con-
fined to the mere unlcttcrcd or unthinkins
portion Of our race, for men of science have
held the same view. Thus Pliny, for ex-
ample, "a distinguished Roman philosopher,
who fourished soon after the period of our
Savicr's birth, tells us that grain intended
for immediate use should be collected at
the full of the moon, or, as | understand
him, not until tho moon is full, while
grain intended to be kept or preserved,
should be collected in the new moon. He
says, grain intended for immediate use,
should be gathered at the full Of the moon.
because graft increases rapidly in maeui-
tude during the increase of the moon.
(Sce l. Lardner's Lectures on Sciences, p.
5O4.l His reason for the other branch of
his advice, am unable to give, not hav-
ing seen it in anybook.
We are told by the moon and reather
philosophers of our own day, that trees de-
signed for timber should be cut down dur
ing the decline or waning of the moon, as
timber cut at the time of full moon, or
during the increase Of the moon, will be
full of sap and sPongy,and so soon become
wormy, and rot, and be worthless. But
NJ. Duhamcl Monccau, a French agricul-
turist, has tested this by telling trees at
different and opposite periods of the lunar
month, trees Of the same age and exposure,
and growing upon the same soil,and found
them to remain the same in point of qua
lity, and exhibit no difference in regard to
their durability. {Lardner's Lectures, P.
502-3) Thus giving death-blo to
this theory.
We are also told, the planting Of garden
seeds and trees, and grating and pruning
of trees should be done during the increase
of the moon (this is. nothing more than
Pliny's notion, little exteuded) as the
increasing moon tends to increase the ra-
pidity Of the growth Of these seeds and
CRAFTS, aud also the healing Of the wound
made by the pruning kulfe But N Ara
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14

comes dark and lurid, clouds multiply until
the whole heavens are overspread. The
storm begins to rage, wave after wave
dashes in upon tho frail bark, every energy
is put forth to guide and steady the ship.
But vain are all attempts; it is tossed to
and fro at the will Of the storm, like a
mere bubble on the turbid ocean. lIark
now there is cry Of land ah /! it is the
desired haven now for the anchor; this
secured, and all is safe but what if it is
left behind all it, doom is sealed one
crash, and all is destruction just So it is
with man. He glilcs on upon the ocean
of time, smoothly perhaps, through more
than half his course; naught ha, occurred
to mar his happiness. But the scene
changes, one storm of adversely succeeds
another, his heart is rent with sorrow, and
we'll nigh broken, and fain would his sick
cned soul take the wings Of the morning
and fly away and be at rest" But there
is for him an anchor, if he has secured it
he is safe, and laying hold on it he event
ually lands at his desired haven. If he
has failed to secure this simple though
sure implement of safety, his fate is sud
den destruction. Do l hear some ask,
What is this anchor? 1t is simple faith,
that lays hold of the glorious promises Of
the Gospel, and although storms may rage,
and guick-sands threaten, their bark shall
soon be safely moored, and their weary
souls iud rest on the Rock Of Ages.
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14
Republican State Convention.

The proceedings Of the new party held
a. Pittsburg last week, were very spirited.
Letters were read from David Wilmot, Jno
Z. Hale, BENZ. T. Butler, Senator Wilson,
and a "very funny letter from citizens of
Union county recommending Passmorc
Williamson for Canal Commissioner"
Peter Martin Of Lancaster, William NJ.
Lloyd of Blair county, A. Ii. Reeder, and
Passmore Williamson we're nominated for
Canal Commissioner, and Williamson was
selected, amid great excitement.
Thrilling speeches were made by Judge
Jessup president Hon. Messrs Bingham
and Campbell Of Ohio, Mr.. M'Farland Of
Washington Co., Rev. Samuel Aaron of
Norristown, Joshua Il. Giddings of Ohio,
and Hon Mcssrs. Howe Of Crawford Co.
aud Alison of Beaver Co.
Vim. b. Thomas Of Philadelphia wished
to say a word or two in reference to our
candidate, Mr.. r.WnLIAMsoN. He is tho
rough business man, by profession con-
veyancer, about thirty-6ve years Of age,
and has always been a voting anti-slavery
man. He is NOT of the Garrison school,
but is now a thorough Republican, and will
heartily endorse our Platform.
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14
"Good- bye, JoHN
ORIGINAL ESSAYS. No. v.
T I F. f.

l. L + f.
Human life, what is it? The mind
starts at the question, but can only an-
swer, "a breath, vapor, that one mo-
mcnt is seen, aud the next, gone" 1t is
but the running of race-the tarrying of
mortals on earth for little span Of time
and then an endless eternity is spread up
to view. Yet, short as it is, how fraugh'
with joys and sorrows, hopes and fears, and
subject to changes as diverse as light and
darkness! Why is it, ali why is it
that mankind does not realize it as but a
furlough from the spirit land? The secret
is easily solved, when We recall the Ian
guage Of inspiration, which tells us that
the heart of man is deccitful. Could VIC
ever have this iudelibly stamped upon
memory, methinks the past would have
borne far different record to the throne
of God than it has Were We but to
pause and consider the brevity of life, and
compute its bearing on the veal or wo of
the eternal world, aud remember that its
misspent moments could never be regained,
our aspirations would not so often linger
among the vanities Of earth our affections
would not so often entwine around things
which perish. But, alas as We turn the
pages of the past, every leaf reveals to US
a waste of the precious gem. We sigh,
but 'tis gone, for ever gone, and the i'm
press which it bears, it bears for eternity.
The young do not know the loss they sus-
tain by triaing away the spring-timc of
their existence. All other losses may be
repaired, all other errors admit Of reform
alton. Fallen reputation may be regaiued,
by subsequent virtue wealth, by industry.
But what power can erase the stain Of
wasted life from the record of heaven Z
Life is given us to prepare for eternity.
Whatever We do for our own aggrandize-
ment or sensual qualification, is lost but
that which VIC do for the good Of our fellows,
and in obedience to the law Of heaven,
serves to secure for us Gan inheritance,
incorrup,ible, undefled, and that fadeth
not away" There is nothing which pre-
scnts itself to my view so emblematic of
life, as the launched bark upon the placid
ocean. 1t sets out with bright prospects
in view aud bids fair to return worthy
compensation to its owner. Calmly and
TRANQUILITY it floats on, perhaps for weeks
and months it bears its precious burden
With naught to stop or retard its progress.
Thus it sails on, until it has perhaps come
in view of its desired haven, and all are
looking forward, with bright anticipatioDs,
to the fUI2 realization Of their brig ghtest
hope; wasa suddenly the lucid SKY te
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14
AyOwal Of Principles.

WHEREAS, The founders OF this kcpub-
lie, in the formation Of this government,
proclaimed this great truth-that all men
are endowed by their Creator with the in
alicnable rights of Life, Liberty, and the
Pursuit of Happiness and that our gov
ernment was constituted to secure these
rights to US and Whereas, The National
Executive, in his inaugural address, virtu-
ally denies these doctrines, in the express
sion of his opinion tha. domestic Slavery
is based upon the same principles as other
recognized rights, and that our federal
government is bound to sustain the insti-
tuition of Slavery; and Whereas, The
President Of the United States, and the
political party which sustains him, have
endcavored to overthrow the principles of
Civil Liberty proclaimed by our Revolu-
tionary Fathers, by extending the bounds
of Slavery into territories expressly conse-
Grated to Freedom by 4 solemn Compro-
mise, and by obtaining territory of Mexi-
CO for the purpose of spreading the wither
ing curse of Humrn Bondage, and by en-
deavoring to involve us in a war with
Spain, for the acquisition of Cuba, with
the intention of perpetuating aad strength
ening the institution of Slavery, and by
sustaining the Slave trade on our South
ern coasts, Therefore,
Rcsolred, That the great question Of
freedom and slavery, now agitating North
and South, is one which overshadows all
others, in a national point of view and
its Importance demands that the people
of the North should unite in harmonious
action, to defend their honor and vindi-
cate their rights. The continual aggrcs-
sions of slavery upon the interests of free
dom, increasing in insolencc and magui-
tudo with each concession of the North,
must be met and resisted with united
voice. Holding that the Union was form
ed Gin The language Of the Constitution)
"to establish justice, promote the general
welfare, and secure the blessing of liberty"
We adopt as the foundation of our political
faith, and for the guidance Of our political
action, the principle that, under our gov
ernmeut, FREEDOM Is NATIONAL AND
SLAVERY IS SECTIONAL.
Resoleed, That while We claim no pow
er to interfere with slavery in States
where it now exists, We believe that the
National Government should be relieved
from all connection with, or accountability
for it,
Rcsolced, that the repeal Of the Missou-
ri Compromise was violation Of the Ma
tional faith, aud a wanton outrage upon
the rights Of the Fres States and that 1t
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14

There is no doubt of the following:
"Geologically speaking" says Hood,
"thc rock upon which hard drinkers split
is quarts"
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14

"It is common saying that old age is
a return to childhood that saying meant
of the weakness Of the body was wrested
to weakness of the mind. The dotage they
ascribe to age is never the effect of time
but sometimes of the excesses of youth,
and not returning to, but a continual
stay with childhood for they that want
the curiosity Of furnishing their memories
with the rarities of nature in their youth,
and pass their time in making provision
only for their ease and sensual delight are
children still, as they that come into po
pulous city, and never going out of their
inn, are strangers still, how long soever
they have been there. ."-BiJop Taylor.
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-09-14

was the FIRST step of the conspiracy against
freedom, which has found its appropriate
aud intended sequel in the lawless at
tcmpts Of Missouri mob, ins,igated by a
conspicuous friend Of the National Admin
istration, and connived at and sanctioned
10y the same, to force the curse Of slavery
upon the free soil of Kanzas; and We not
only oppose the extcntion Of slavery over
our national territories, but also the ad-
mission of any new slave States in the
Union, believing that, as our national do
main is free from slavery, in the absence
Of any positive law establishing it, we are
justified in making freedom condition Of
their admission into the sisterhood Of
States
Resoiced, That we are in favor Of the
repeal Of the present Fugitive Slave law,
because it virtually suspcnds the sacred
writ Of babeas corpus, and takes away the
right of trial by jury.
Resoleed, Tha: the Imprisonment, with
out trial, Of citizens of free States, BY
Federal Judiciary, is bold invasion of
personal liberty, violation of the guar
anteed rights Of States, and an assumption
Of federal power that should be resisted
determinedly by every friend Of personal
and civil freedom.
Resolred, That We cordially invite all
who approve Of the principles set forth in
these resolutions, without regard to their
former political associations, to unite and
cooperate with us for the purpose of res
toring the administration of this govern
ment to its original purity, and directing
its energies to the accomplishment of its
true object, as set forth in the Constitu-
ton, viz: "To form a more perfect
Union; to establish Justice; to insure
Domestic Tranquility; to provide for the
Common Defence; to promote the General
Welfare, and secure the blessings of Lib
crty to ourselves and posterity."
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1855-07-06
By Telegraph
THE FOURTH ELSEWHERE.

Boston, thursday, July D, 1000.
Yesterday passed of ia accordance with the pub
iished programme, and ewing 70 refreshing breeze
more than tie usual comfort was experienced. Quite
a number of accidents occurred froui eanpowder ex-
posiOns, and the driver of an express wagon was
thrown from bic scat aud killed The bOat-raccs were
with, ssed by irnInense crowds The FIRST race with
fancy boats roue.I by youths under ls, was won by
the Battery Pet o. New-YOrk; and the G. ID. Wesier-
welt, and j. ID. X. Putnam, both likewise Of New
York, won the respective races IN which they were
engaged The reee between amateur club boats W as
won by the Maid Cf Erin Of St. John, y. B.
A Committee Of the Baltimore Common Council ar
rived here this morning for the purpose OF examining
the Boston City WGieT Works.
Edward Howe and Henry Holbrooke were arrested
last night for passing counterfeit money. Abou. $500
in counterfeit tens the Montpelier Bank Vermont,
were found upon them.
In Taunton last evening a temporary staging
erected for viewing the fireworks broke down aud
twelve fifteen persons were injured, but none IA
tally.
Tie Aboltonists met yesterday in birmingham,
w. l.. Garrison presiding and many prominent ADO
ltionsts speaking Edward Everett was denounced
by some of the speakers.
The An,i-slavery Know-Nothngs held political
Jubilee in Abingdon. Speeches were made by Henry
Wilson and other prominent leaders of the order The
attendance was large.
PHILADELPHIA Thursday, July ), 1865.
The celebration yesterday passed OFT very quietly
here. There were public ceremonies. Jacob could,
a lctter-canier for the Philadelphia POst-Otiice was
drowned while bathing ut Absecom.
MONTPELIER With July 5, 1855.
The celebration of the Fourth in this city brought
together about ten thousand people. The Grafton vas
delivered by G. w. Hiliard. Ex-Governor Eaton of
this State ard late Professor in Middebury College,
died this morning
EAsTos, Pa Thursday, July 5, less.
The Fourth was celebrated here with much spirit.
fire al Phillipsburgh destroyed the foundery Of j.
X. Tenphns. The loss is heavy. Insurance $1,000.
PITTSBURGH, Thursday, July ), ls5j.
Independence Day was very generally observed,
and passed of quietly and whou. serious accident.
SARATOGA, Thursday, July ), 1855.
Two young men belonging TO the Saratoga Light
Artillery named Wbitford and kempton, each lost a
hand yesterday morning while firing salute.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1855-07-06

Pnsscnccfs Arrived

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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1855-07-06
.STABBING ARRAY.

Last evening William Stott, fireman, stabbed Jo-
seph Miller another fireman, during a difficulty they
had together in Renwickst. II is stated that Stot'
and Miller had quarrel some days since, bnt at that
time only words passed between them
Last evening they met ~ Renwick-st., when the
quarrel was renewed, and Miller, as is alleged getting
greey enraged slapped stott in the face with the Hat
of his hand. Stott dared Miller to repeat the blow,
which lie was in the act of doing, when
stott drew knife and plunged it into
Mer's left breast. The wounded msn cried out that
he was stabbed, upon which Stott ran of, but was
pursued by several policemen and citizens Running
up an aley-way into back yard, he scaled fence
and succeeded in escaping the police. He is web
known, however, and will doubtless be arrested to-
day.
Miller was conveyed to his residence where he re-
cevcd immediate medical attention. The wound is in
tie left breast and about five inches deep. The kue
entered above the nipple and passing upward pene-
raed the left lobe of the lungs. lie il in dangerous
condition.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1855-07-06
SERIOUS AND FATAL RIOT.

CoLCNBUs Ohio, Thursday, July ), 1854.
Yesterday evening as procession OF fcemen, Turn
ers and others was parading the streets a difficulty
arose between of the Turner'S and boy, when the
alarm was sounded by the Turner'S and they all rushed
back assaultng and throwing stones at the people in
the streets. The not then became general and the
Turner'S being armed with revolvers commenced firing
upon the crowd. Over dozen pistols were discharged
and one young man was so severely wounded that he
died within half an hour.
Many others badly injured by shots and stones,
but none it is believed fatally The police have ar
rested twenty. four Turner'S, against whom public
opinion is very decided, as there appears to have
be en- no excuse whatever for their conduct.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1855-07-06
DIED.

BRooxs-on Tuesday July HoRAoE Horace and Mary
r. bioek Is eyed wears months and IL dsYz
BCXKtLi-On Tuesday July after lingering illness. HExRY
NJ BISRELI OF the late 81. ID. barreu, NJ. D. sged s.
DiNoS-At Mnfsrd Conn Thun1Ay, July At 81 A. NJ AZ
the iesderce Of r. l. Baldwin. HsRsERr DIXON son Of
Charles l.. New York aged yeas and m0aths
nis remains wll be 10 his grantAfiur Elgard
PbYs Nc 80 StALfoLst and que Lotce vii be given Of
funeral
GsGs-ln uuiansbuish, suddenly. Thursday July 5
GEOEGE a. Of Geo w. and Sarah A. Gage. aged wears
and mouth1
The fenls Of the family and on hs Ersnimotber M Rows.
WIS respectfully invited ATTEND his f1nera P,iday
eh inst p ~, the residence of bis fa,her No I5j
Scuh Sih-st
KELLESOn wedI esdsy June =, srEPHEs C. KELLEY Lee
Gy. Brooklyn, sgd years.
The aims Inferred the Cemetery II the
TuTIsIn jersey ciy Tuesday nisbt jay Of na
Of The brain NLsoS BADGE, Of Henry p Han
nah D. Tufts assds ysars and months
Boston p pers ease copy.
RoEHkIs-On " edsesday, July 4 NoRvlL Day in the 5h
year Of his youngest Of John c. ane Annie Rob
The ends the family invited the funer. on
Friday afternoon O'clock ON "a Gsrdeu-st Hobcken
VIM Wednesday. Juy By being drowned while
bathing Asgpaoanonek NJ j. ALoSIo WILLxAATa In The
18th year Of his sse.
Tho friends q the family respectfully invited attend his
nesai st 10 eeoeh NJ Friday July from tie e-idenes
his hrrther inlsw, y a. brcess No 81 Icnaopssusee
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