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True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-06-06

KEEP DARKcThe appended negro sto.
ry, copied from Southren correspondent
of the Boston Journal, is worth reading:
"Gen. G-,gave his black mah,
Sawney, funds and permission to get a
quarters worth Of zoology at menagerie.
Our sable friend soon found himself under
the canvass, and brought, too, in front ofa
sedate looking baboon, and eyeingthe quad.
ruped closely, soliloquised thus Folks
sure's yer born, feet, hands, and proper
bad countenance, just like niger, gettin'
old, I reckon Then as if seized with .
bright idea, he extended his hand with q
genuine Southern 'How do'oe uncle p
The ape clasped the negro's hand and shook
it long and cordially.
'sawney then piled bic new acquaint-
ance with interrogatories as to his name,
age, nativity and former occupations, but
eliciting no repliesbeyond knowing shake
of the head, or merry twinkling of the
eye, (the ape was probably meditating the
best way of tweaking our friends nose, he
concluded the ape was bound to keep non.
committal, and looking cautiously around,
chuckled out. 'He, he, ye too sharp for
'em, old feller. Keep dark-if ye'd jist
sperk one word Of English, white man
would have hoe in yer hand in less dan
two minutes
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-06-06

"shOh," said the Dutchman. 'yoa may
say what you please bout bad heighbOp;
| had to worst neighbOts as never was
Mine pig and mine hens come home nit
dere ears split, and fodder day two Ofthemr
come home missing? s2ilo ,gl
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-06-06

To please ali, mind yourOwn business 1
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
PIR|I( SiL,I.
Jan. 5, 1855.

The subscriber will sell, at pubic sale, at his
residence near Bedford, on THURSDAY, the
18th day of MARCH next, the following pro-
perty, viz;
Three pair Of work and one pair Of bay match
Horses, one Mare, and three Colts, Cows and
Calves, one brood Sow and Pigs, Ten Shoats,
two Broad Tire Wagons, Plows, Harrows, Cui
tivalorS, Corn Coverer, Horse Gears, Thrash
ing Machine, horsepower. one spring market
Wagon, one Grind Stone, and one Grain Drill,
also one super Wind-MiIl, one Creighead
Sward Plow, one Avery's do, one sub-Soil do.
one premium Harrow, two common Harrows,
one Horse Rake, and Grain Cradles and Rakes,
all improved implements for Farming also
Bees-together with a great variety OF other
articles too tedious to enrmerate.
GYSale 10 commence at 10 O'Clock of said
day, when due attendance and reasonable Gre
dit will be given by
CHARLES COLFELT.
Feb. 16 1853.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
NEW FIRM Ind NEN GOODS !!

The subscribers having purchased the entire
Stock of Goods Of Geo. w. Horn, in the town
of Schellsburg, bps leave to announce 10 the
public generally, that they have now on hand,
and will continue 10 keep, large and we'll Sc
lected assortment of DRY GOODS, GROCE-
RIES, HARDWARE, QUEENSWARE, Tin
ware, Oils, Drugs, Fish, Moasses, and, ia fact,
every article usually found in Country Stores,
TO which they invite the attention OF purchas-
ers, satisfied that they can give satisfaction TO
all who give them call.
The highest price will be paid for Hides, and
for all kinds of Grain. Lumber and Produce,
Of every description, will be taken in exchange
for Goods, at the highest prices. All kinds Of
Leather Will be kept at the Store for sale. Give
US a call.
A. J. SNIVELY,
JAMES BURNS, Jr.
Jan. ). 1853.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
News for the Peoples
NEW GOODS AT CHEAP CORNER, NO. /

Feiiow- Citizens We take this opportunity
of returning you our most sincere thanks for the
liberal patronage you have so kindly bestowed
ON US. We would also inform you that we
have Just returned from the Eastern Cities, with
large and we'll selected assortment Of Goods,
such as Cloths, CaSslmeres, and Satinets Peter
Shams, for over coats, Jeans, Ladies' fine dress
goods, such as Silks, AlPaeas, Coburg Cloths,
Bonrbazinvs, Mprnoes, and a large assortment
Of Bay State ShawIs, Hosiery, for Ladies, Com
forts, Grapes, Collars, &C, &c.-Mens,' Wo-
mems Boys and Chidrens' Shoes and Boots,
and general assortment Of Groceries. Crush
ed and pulyerzrd Sugars, best Rio Coffee, Teas
of all kinds, y. O. MoIaSses, Golden Syrup,
Mackere, Salt by the sack, Bakers Chocolate,
Broma Cocoa. and gene assortment OF Goods
usually kept in a country Store.
C. All kinds Of Produce taken in exchange
for goods at market prices.
SAMSON s GEPHART.
Get. l3. 1884.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
HEAGE,S FasgNRsEsY!

The subscribers respectfully beg leave to in
form the people Of Middle Woodberry Town
ship, and the country at large, that they are now
prepared, al their establishment, one mile south
Of Wood5erry, Bedford County, TO furnish four
horse Thrrshing Machines, Pierpoats' Patent
Shaker. Cider Mills, Poughs ofevrry descrip-
ton, Keagy's Cooking Stoves, two different pat
terms, and two different patterns OF Coal Stoves
Plough Castings, Wagon Boxes Of all sizes, and
cast Dinner Bells OF three different sizps-alSo,
Mill Castings OF every variety. We are also
prepared to fit up Machinery IN the best and
most durable style, and will give prompt atten-
ton to all orders in this line.
The public are respectfully invited 10 give US
a call, as We feel satisfied that both our work and
terms will please ali who do so.
J. NJ. SNOWDEN,
VIM. B. BLAKE,
Proprietors.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
FAMILY GROCERIES.
ScheHsbnrg, Pa,
Nov. 10, 1881.
NEU FALL GOODS !!

The undersigned thankful 10 their numerous
patrons for their kind and very liberal patron
age, respectfully informs them that they have
Just received from the eastern cities, handsome
assortment Of new stvle Fall Goods. suitable
Tor the present and coming season, comprising
French and English Broadcloth$, Casslmeres,
Twee,lS, SaltiBetts, kentucky Jeans, Flannels,
Satin aud WorSted VpStingS, Cravats and hdklS.,
knit Mrrino Shirts and Drawers, Casbmeres,
Mansselne De Rege, Monsstline Delaines, CO.
burg and Thibet Cloths, AlracaS, Silk Poplins,
Black GrnS De Rhine, and Fancy SILKS, Prints
from fp up, Musins beached and unbleached
from fp up, all widths, l'hihet and Bay State
Shawls, Gnghans, Checks, Linseys, TIckngs.
DriIIingS, CanIbricS, Nankeens Crash, Diapers,
Damask Table Cloths and Covers, White Goods,
Eubroidrrs, Sleeves, Collars, Dress Trimmings,
Ribbons, Gloves, Hosiery. Hats, Gaps, Boots,
Shoes, Quetnsware, Hardware, and Broons,
Groceries, n. G. Sugars, White Clarified, Pull
verizrd, and Crushed do, Golden Syrup, n. @.
MolasseS, good Rio Coffee l24. Prime do -
cents, Spices, Teas, Chocolate, Extract Of CGf-
fee, Tobacco, Flax Seed, Sperm and Whale
Oils, Drugs, Patent Medicine, Cattle Powders,
together with 1901 other articles adapted TO the
wants Of the people, all OF which they will sell
at the very lowest possible prices for cash and
approved produce, or upon short credit to good
and puncual customers. And, as our motto,
short profits, many sales, and quick returns, has
been fully carried out, and viii continue the
ruling feature, WE feel assured we can make it
to the advantage OF all in search Of cheap bar
gains 10 give US a call before purchasing.
All kinds OF Produce taken for Goods
RUPP s CSTER.
Bedford. Sept. %. 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
Public Sale OF
REtL Ind PBRSONih ESTATE.

The undersigned viii expose to public sale
on Thursday, the lSt day oil March next, on the
premises, tie very desirable FARM on which
Christian Slouifrr resides, situate in Napier
Township, within one bali tmile Of the turnpike,
adjoining lands Of a. J. Snivelv. Esq and Geo.
Slucky, containing 23S acres more or less, about
i20 acres cleared and under frnce--land pa
tented. This property is remarkably well tim
bered, and we'll supplied with water, and every
way adapted to agricultural purposes. In or
der to suit purchasers, the property will be di-
yjdrd and sold in parts or all together, as may
be most desirable. Terms accommodating and
will BE- made known on day OF sale.
Also, Will be sold, variety of Farming inn
plements. including Broad Wheeled Wagon,
Wagoubed, Woodladders, Ploughs and Har-
rows, Horse Gears, Saddles ard haters-5
Horses. one COW and calf, | l hogs, 8 barresof
ground plaster, a large lot ofrye aud other straw,
81 acres OF Ry~ in the ground, and fifteen acres
Of Wheat \ reasonable credit and due atten-
Gdi!ce will be given hy-
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
NOTICE.

Christian Stoufer. of Napier Township. fav
Ing on the 4th day of January inst executed TO
the undersigned, an assignment OF all his pro-
perty, real, personal, and mixed, for the benefit
Of his creditors, notice is therefore given to the
creditors to present their Claims forthwith Tor
settlement, and those indebted are hereby re-
quisrd to make payment Immediately TO either
of the aSsignees, or a; the office Of Jno. P. Reed,
Esq. where the books and accounts are placed.
All accounts unpaid after the next court. will
be placed in the hands of officers for collection.
DAVID PATTERSON,
JNO. P. REED,
JNO. MOWER,
.ls&igaeeS.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
Jan. 10, 1888.
IEARDNARE STORE.

The subscriber having purchased the entire
stock OF HARDWARE OF the late Thomas B.
Miller, in the Borough OF Bedford, would re-
Spectfuly announce TO bis friends and the pub
lie generally, that he is now prepared to fur
niSh almost every article in bis line of business
OH favorable terms. His stock being nearly all
new, and selected by one well experienced in
the business, he is fully satisfied that purchasers
will find it to their advantage TO give him a
call. In addition TO general stock of Hard
ware, he has on hand, and will constantly keep,
GROCERIES Of the Very best quality-GLASS
of all sizes-also, STONEWARE Of very su-
pPr;or quality. He has also on hand all kinds
of Oils, Paints, Drugs, Broons, &c, &C., and
Cedar Ware in great variety.
Having now permanently settled in business,
and being determined TO use every proper ex-
eriion 10 please, he hopes TO merit and receive
liberal share Of public patronage
JOHN ARNOLD.
O.c % 1874
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
Chambelsburg, PENNSYLVANIA.
NOTIcE.

Letters Of Administration having been grant,
ed TO the Undersigned on the estate Of Abraham
Sparks, late of Wrst Providence Township,
Bedford County, all persons indebted 10 said IS
tate are requested TO make immediate payment
and those having claims will present them
properly authenticated for settlement.
SOL. SPARKS,
JOHN CESSNA,
Jan. 5. 1898. .9d4linislrofors.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23

Notice is hereby given that Letters of admin
lstratlon have been granted TO the undersigned
on the Estate of Nicholas Boor, late OF Cumber-
land Valley township, deceased, that all PER-
sons indebted to said Estate are requested TO
make immediate payment, and those having
claims thereon will present them duly authenti-
Gated for settlement.
WILLIAM II. BOCR,
Jan. 5, 1865 .adafaist,utoy.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
(.Srefe3sor 70 Hartley 4. Knighf,)


BEDDING AND CARPET WAREHOUSE,
No. l4S South Second Street,
Fre doors aJore Spruce Street, PHILADELPHIA,
Where he keeps constantly on hand full assortment
of every article in his line of business FEATHERS,
FEATHE2-BEDS. Patent Spring Mattresses, Curled
Hair, Moss, Corn Husk and Straw Mattresses. Velvet
Tapestry, Tapestry, Brussels. Three-Ply. Ingram,
Venetian List, Raj and Hemp Carpengs, Oil Cloths,
Canton Mattings. Cocoa aud Spanish Maftings, Floor
and Stair Drugsets, Hearth Rugs Door Mats, Table
and Piano Covers, TO which he invites the attention
of purchasers.
Oct. b. Is54.-ly.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
.gGS EEEsEE W.. TATE,
ATTORNEY At LAW
And Real Estate Broker, Bedford, Pa

And Real Estate BToker, Bedford, IA.
viii attend to all business entrusted to his
care. He viii give especial attention to Sol
dirrs' Pensions, Claims, and Bounty Land.
He has two or three Farms and 1000 acres
Of unmproved land for sale
He has been appointed agent TO prosecute
the Robert Morris claims, to lands, in Bedford,
Blair, Cumberland, Huntingdon, Adams, Perry,
Juniata, Franklin, and Fulton counties.
Persons holding the Robert Morris lands by
purchase, improvement, or warrant, may COM
plete their titles by calling soon. Suits will be
instituted against all trespassers not regarding
this notice. &C. Cflice on JuIianna street.
Jan. %, 1855.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23

TOOTH ACHE.-Persons are not general
y aware that Dr. Keyser's Tooth Ache reme-
dy, prepared by him at 40 Wood Street, Pitts
burg, Pa. and for sale at Rupp & Oster's in this
place will stop Immediately an aching tooth.
Whoever tries it will be convinced.
Dec. S, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
I-SEEIL EMPLOYMENT.

$40 TO SIS 4 wEEK CLEARED-A CHANCE
TO MAKE MONEY--BOOK AGENTS WANTED,
10 sell new Book entitled ''0ne Thousand Things
Worth Knowing To men of entprprze and tact
this business affords opportunity seldom 10 he met
with For particulars address, post paid.
N. A. RICH & co.
Elizabeth Town, Lancaster county, Pa.
Feb. O., 1853.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23

The Stockholders Of the Bedford and Stoystowu
Turnpike Road Company are hereby notified that the
annual Erection. 10 rlecl managers for the Company
wil be held at The house OF Mr.. James Flasher. ~
Srteli~hnrg the first Monday OF March next be-
ing the 9Th day, between the hours OF one and four
O'Clock, p. NJ.
PETER SCHELL, Sec'y.
Feb O. 1855
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
JOB MANN. @. RI. SPANG.
LAW PARTNERSHIP

THE undersigned have associated themselves in the
Practice of the Law, ard will attend promptly TO all
business entrusted to their in Bedford and adj
Joining counties.
Ug- Office Julianna Street, three doors south of
''engel House, opposite the residence OF Mai Tate.
JOB MANN.
June ., 1851. e. II. SPANG.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
NOTICE.

All persons indebted 10 the estate of GEORGE
MILLS, late OF Monroe Township, Bedford county,
decreased, are requested 10 make immediate payment
and those having rIaims against said estate Will
present them properly authenticated Tor settlement.
BENZ. MILLS, Administrator.
Feh 1919
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
BOOTS AND SHOES.

Mems, Boys, and Childrens, Boots and Shoes
Womens and Misses morocco, Seal and Caliskin
Bootees and walking Shoes-received and for
sale by a. B. CRAMER & Co.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
CC5~TO PERSONS OUT OF EMPLOYMENT. ~
AGENTS WANTED
In erery section Of the United States.
THE MOST ELEGANT AFD USEFUL VOLUME
OF THE YEAR.
Sears; Great Work on Russia.

lust published an Illustrated Description Of the
RUSSIAN EMPIRE. Being Physical and Poiit-
cal History OF its Government and Provinces PFoduc
tions Resources, imperial Government. Commerce.
Literature. Educational Means, Religion, People,
Manners. Customs. Antiquities, etc, etc. from the
latest and most authrntic sources. EuhelisheG with
about zoo Engravnes and Maps OF European and A
static Russia. The whole complete IN one large oc-
iavo volume of about 700 pages. and elegantly aud
sub, tantalIy bound. Retail Price So
This work has been several years in preparation,
and will. il is believed, meet in the fullest accepta-
on of the word, the want so universally felt for rr-
able information on the history and internal reso"r-
rrs Of d country orcupYin9 so large pOrtion OF The
Eastern Hemisphere, and holding formidable po-
lion al the present time 10 the rest Of Europe and
Asia; bat OF which far less is known than OF any 9th
er European nation.
Also. deeply interesting volume, THE RE
MARKABLE ADVENTURES OF CELEBRATED
PERSONS,'' embracing the Romantic Incidents and
Adventures in the lives of Sover"sn~. Statesmen,
Generals, Princes Warriors, Travellers. Adventur-
ers Noyage,s, &c. eminent in the History Of Europe
and Aaerca including Sketches Of over f!ty cele-
hlated heroic characters. Beautifully illustrated
with numerous engravings. One vol 400 PAGES, roy
al l2gno. cloth. gilt. Price 81 %.
The subscriber publishes number of most valna-
bic Pictorial Books, very popular and OF such NOR
al and religious influence that Will" good men may
safely engage in their circulation. they will confer
yqllir benefit, and receive fai compensation for
their labor.
cy-To men Of enterprze and tact this business
offers an opportunity for profitable employment sell
dom 10 be met with
Cg- Persons wishing to engage in their sale will
receive promptly by mail circular containing foil
particulars. with Directions TO persons disposed 10
act a. Agents.'' together with terms which they
wiltbe furnished by addressing the Subscriber post
paid.
Feb @ ISL William street, New York
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
Public Sale
OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE.

BY virtue Of an Order of the Orphans Court
Of Bedford county, the undersigned will expose
TO public sale, on the premises, on
SATURDAY, the 18th day of MARCH next,
the following described Tract of 11s acres of
land, situate in Liberty Township, adjoining
lands of David Stoler and others.
This land is limestone oil good quality, lies
one and half miles from Stnnerstown, and
within about one mile OF the Broadtop Railroad.
Has erected on it two story Lighthouse and
kitchen: a good hank barn, blacksmith shop,
spring-house, and other buildings. Also, fine
apple orchard thereon, with a variety of other
fiuit trees. There is also a neger-lailing spring
of good water the premises. Terms, which
are easy, viii be made known on the day of
sale.
DAVID STOLER,
Admir- of the estate of John Stolrr, deceased.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
w U&ECs

A large assortment of MUSIC for the piano,
Guitar, Fiolin, &c, always on hand. Orders
promptly attended 10.
SHRYOCK, REED s Co.
Chanoersburg, Pa.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23

A two-Horse Wagon, and one Top Buggy,
new, and work warranted, for sale cheap on a
liberal credit, or for Country Produce.
A. B. CRAMER s, co.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
MoTlcE g CCLLECToRS.

Collectors of the Poor Tax are notified 20 settle
their Duplicates for 1853 and 1851 Immediately ant!
save costs, suits will be instituted against all who
ne slect this notice By order ofthe Directors
JOHN H. RUSH. Treasurer.
Jan. 10. 1855.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23
BEDFORD ACADEMY.

70 CARD.-Notice is hereby given that the
School Partnership heretofore existing between Rev.
JoHN Lyon and w. ~. CAsrBFLL is this day dis
solved by mutual consent. The Institution will
hereafter be conducted by Mr.. Campbell as sole
Principal Persons having claims are requested to
present hem, and those indebted 10 make payment
to Mr.. Campbell.
JOHN LYON.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23

We, the auditors of Bedford county, in the
State ofPennsyiyania, do certify, That. in pur-
suance of the Acts Of Assembly in such case
made aud provided, W. met at the Commission
ers office in the Borough Of Bedford, on Mon
day the lst day ol-,TanuaFy inst, and dld audit
and adjust the several accounts between John
Taylor, Treasurer Of said county, and the Com
monwealth Of P~nnsy yIvania as set iorth in the
foregoing statements.
Witness our hands this Sd day Of January,
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23

REMOVAL. The undersigned respect
fully inform their friends and customers that
they have removed their Store to Exchange
Building, where it will afford It's pleasure to Of
irr Goods Of every description, at the lowest
prices, to all who may favor with a call.
A. B. CRAMER s. co.
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JOHN TiELOR, ESQ.
--oasurer Of Bedford County

, .o,ount Nth said County from Jan. |, 81
;" to January ], 1888.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23

HALF PRlCE!-Remnants Of Dr. LANES,
and other Goods on hand, which we are selling
at about half their value
A. B. CRAAlER & CO.
Jan. 26. EIctmge Buiiding.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-02-23

Contra CIR.
By amount paid State Treasurer, pro
ut receipt dated July a, 222 3
Amount uncollected for "a and pre-
vious wears, o37S 9
Five per cent commissions allowed
collectors for "a and previous yrs.
on 1916, 80 s
Amount paid county Commissioners
and clerk, 80 0
Amount paid for stationery, books,
sc. used by commissioners, . 0
Exonrrations allowed collectors for
- and previous years, sos O
Amount paid Lemuel Evans Treasn-
rer OF Broadtop Rifle Rangers, per
order of Capt. VIM. Horton, $50 o
Assessors returning 276 men TO COM
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Oct. 27, 1851.
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Notice /!

Nov. II, 1s54.-3m.
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TREASURER

u cash received from G
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NOTE:-On some Of the foregoing, interest
is due; and. from somr, commissions and exon
erations are to be deducted.
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Reeve he Knight

Bedford, Sept. %, 1854.
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De!lnanent Collectors q 1858

Sept. /, 1854.
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-06-29
FOrtV Miles an Hour,

A correspondent of the Albany Journal
in an article under the title of " Railroad
Accidents and Legislation Thereon" ;"
speaking Of speed at forty miles AL hour,
says:
"Men who are used 10 the Railroad, and
to the working of the rolling stock, know
what such a rate of speed is and how Won
derful is the operation. Let us examine
it. An engine, tender and train Of four
passenger cars and one baggage car, when
properly loaded, will not be much less than
eighty tons weight. This body, at the
rate of forty miles an hour, moves about
sixty feet in second. That is, between
two beats of a clock. it flies across
common street. The driving wheels, if six
feet in diameter, revolve three times in Il
second. The common wheels of the cars
rcvolve about eight times in second
The revolutions Of the driving wheels are
produced BY the motion of the piston in
the cylinder. To each revolution of this
wheel there are two motions of the piston.
Thus there are six motions of the piston
to the second, and at each of these motions
valve is opened or closed, for the taking
or exhaus.ing steam from the cylinder.
This must be complete and perfect oper-
alton, each time, to produce the speed.
But there are two cylinders, working at
opposite sides Of the engine, and at differ
ent points on the crank of the wheel or
axle, as may be, and they do not move at
the same instant, Or, rather, they alternate,
and thus, each performing the same office,
they divide a second into twelve equal
periods, in each Of which the perfect and
complete operation of taking or exhaust
ing steam is performed, aud at the end of
each motion the piston actually stops and
turns the other way. Now the eye could
not count or comprehend these motions.
The ear could not distinguish the exhausts
though each is as perfect and distinct as
when the engine is drawing heavy load
at four or five miles an hour, when it seems
to labor and to cough as fstruggling with
its load. This is a speed of forty miles an
hour analyzed. Now must there not be
very greatly increased liability to accident
at such a rate Of speed Who can see
the strains upon parts of machinery that
may result in fracture when moving at
this rate?