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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

WAN1ED-A SITUATION AS COOK, WASHER AND
nation seamsres do all kinds OF sewing;
lection to the Of children chamberwork Call
32 West 10th eth in the candy store Good
reference given.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

WANTED-AN ENGLISH, SCOTCH OR AMERICAN
w woman to cook, and assist In washing and ironing
Must well nded and perfectly
l TO 4 O'clock p NJ,
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

WANTED-BY RESPECTABLE YOUNG WOMAN
situation as aresmsker and seamstress, cut aud
fit adys and chdren's dresses Can be highly commend
ed from her last plsc Call TOR days l26 Clinton
place, 9Th st. first floor, front room.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

WANTED-BY RESPECTABLE YOUNG WOMAN,
w situation cook; understands pastry and baking
also how make will assist in ahipg and ironing
Can we'll from the family with whom she
has lived and they intend breaking she
be seen at g East goth ST., for two days
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

WANTED-BY A PROTESTANT YOUNG WOMAN A
w situation as cook washer and roner, chamber
maid and laundres do up laiys musns neates
Good city reference Call at No. Astor place.
the dying store. Can be for days
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

CRICKET,-TUE HARLEM CRICKET CLUB WILL
~ practice h. first time this season. Monday
next their d. between lth and l5tn and
Frat and Second avenues at oclock in the afternoon
when all friends and members of the club respectfully
invited to attend The first regular meeting will be held
the evening" at Mr. Fareys Hotel Fourth and
l25th street. Harlem, at o'clock. By order,
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

FT'HRMEMBERS OF PALESTINE ENCAMPMENT NO.
Is OF knight Templars requested to attend
inc Friday at ~ O'clock at the Masonic Temple
business of i'm portance, Z r JACKSON, Recorder.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

ITO HOTEL KEEPERS.-AS STEWARD OR HEAD
J. waiter A young whe has been such In some of
the first hotels in this city, also in Germany France and
England wishes to obtain nuauon as above, In hrst
class house. He give satisfactory references note
addressed to Steward Herald Office, will with atten
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

ITO STEAMBOAT CAPTAINS-WANTED-A STEAM
boat captain who is also Efficiently acquainted with
steam engines and boilers to superntend repairs and who
can give satisfactory references to character Persons
who meet the above acquisitions find it to their
account to address box No 1880 Post ONCE stating real
previous and present and references
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

MEssRs. HAYES HINcKs, CAREY Co. LEGAL
pared all orders with which they be favored
in the most and expeditions Notes of evil
dence supplied the after being reported Office l6
and II Franklin building, 1876 Broadway.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27
DANCING ACADEMIES.

DANCING ACADEMIES MILE CAROLINE We
~ ziens dancing iemy q Howard street, now open
for tire instruction of ladies and gentlemen the
liable dances of the day School for practice
log Grand dancing sorees Saturday night tom Ste
IL O'Clock.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

yVANTED-A SiTUATION, BY AN ENGLISH GIRL,
w waiter il private family Good city reference.
Has econ to assist in other part Of the house.
Apply at 81 18th st between 9th and 9th avenues.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

WANTED-TWo GERMAN GIRLS PRoTEsTANTS)
W Tor the country To those with good
cook waher nd ironer and desirable stua
tons in private families will be given Apply at 80
Water -
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

yNANTED-BY TWO SISTERS, SITUATIONS; ONE
w nurse and seamstres the other to do chanbsrwork
plain sewing city reference None
private families need apply at 100 Sd between Nth
and 18th SITS.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

NTANTED-BY RESPECTABLE YOUNG LADY, A
w situation nursery governess, can teach English in
all its branches and would be willing give the remainder
OF her time in sewing for the family Best city reference
No objection to the country Can be for three days
so Prince
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

OFFICE OF THE ACCESSORY TRANSIT CON.
" pany New York, April 20, lS55-Notce is hereby gi.
ven to the in this company that election
for President and six directors wi be held at the office
of the Company No Bowling Green from IL o'clock noon
until mt o'clock Fl M Monday the 7th day Of May next
day the 30th mat and remain closed until Monday the
18th Of May, both days inclusive. BY srder,
ISAAC c. LEA. Secretary.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

ITO DAGUERREoTYPISTS-WA AN OPE.
i rator, one that understands his business. Good
wages given Also first class daguerre place for SALE
of the principal thoroughfares in the city, at
great sacrifice the has another place. and cannot
attend to both. Apply Immediately to c. G. THOMPSON,
81 Naasau ST room \
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

WANTED-A SITUATION AS WRAPPER WRITER,
w by young who has also had iderabIe
renee in the book Fishing and newspaper business Ad
dress with terms, &C., +. j. box $50 Herald ofice.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

A YOUNG WOMAN WANTS A SITUATION AS
objection TO the coustry. Call at 800 W. 18th st second
floor back
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

vVANTED-BY A GERMAN LADY, A HOME IN A
private family where she may devote part OF her time
to the young children in the German
music as equivalent for her board. Address Box
$3.50, Post Office.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-04-27

WANTED-A SITUATION, BY RESPECTABLE
young girl to cook wash and iron to do chamber
worn in pssgestaee private family: Can be seen At her
aued
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

NAMES FOR SHIPs-The system of naming cas
ses Of vessels after some fixed plan is gaining
ground aud it is one deserving of encouragement
1t is no small convenince to the inexperienced
landsman to be able to know at first glance at the
name, what kind of craft it indicates Thus the
Collins Steomers named after Seas, and the
Cunarders after Countries. Bearing the rule in
mind, one very easily recollect to which line
Baltic, Atlantic, Pacific, Adriatic ASIA Africa,
Canada, America, &c, respectively belong.
Ships OF the Line in the United States Navy are
named after the States. For instance the Ohio,
North Carolina, Pennsylvania, &c, all mount "A
guns.
Frigates are named after American Rivers,-the
Columbia, Raritan, Santee, Cumberland, st. Law
renee, Merrimac, Sabine, Potomac, &c When
you see the name OF a river given to Govern
ment vessel, it is safe to conclude that she will not
carry more than So Or A guns.
Soops of War arc called after State Capitals and
other cities. Capt. Ingraham's st. Louis the i'll
fated Albany, the Vandalia, the Plymouth, the
jamestown, all belong to this class.
Brigs may be known in print by their bearing
the name Of some noted naval Commander. Thus
the Decatur, Banbndge, Perry, &c
Revenue Cutters are generally named after the
Cabinet, and sometimes change their names with
change Of administration. Thus we have had the
Walter Forward, the James NJ. Meredith, the Will
liam FL. Graham, the J. S. Dobbin, and probably
now have a William L. Marcy, James Guthrie
&c
These rules were no. adopted until the close of
the last war. There are some exceptions, there
fore, in each class consisting of vessels that
built or captured before that time.
In the British Navy there is great confusion of
names among the sailing vessels, but the Steamers
are generally christened with the names Of some
Internal Deity or attribute as for instance the Pluto
the Proserpine, the Cerberus, Charon, syx, Tarta-
rus, Vixen, Spitfre, Terrible, Dangerous &C., sc.
Merchant vessels might be advantageously ar
ranged under classified names, and perhaps will be,
but at present the old fashioned medley of Polly
AIMS, Betsy James, Daniel Websters, Jenny Linds,
Washingtons, Tom Thumbs, Weather-felds, &C.,
&c., still prevails among them
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

"REMINISCENCES OF JEFFERsoN-M Jefferson's
great height and slender figure exposed him to
macn ridcule from his opponents. His soubriquet
with them was Long Tom" and when his famous
project OF the substitution Of gunboats in place oi
Inc navy was adopted BY congress, and the attempt
was made 20 put 1t into PRACTICE the cannon, dis
Propofnonaoly large, with which each of the i'll
constructed craft was burdened, Obtained ia con-
tempt the name Of !" Long Tom" Nothing could
present more singular contrast than The fio,,res
q MI. jefferson and Gen. Knox: he one verv
short as thick as he was long, the other hank and
lear, and unusually tall They happened a moot ..
one morning on the steps of Gen Washinetons TONS
lodgings in Philadelphia. The two pentlemen an.
preached coatrariwise, and arriving n the sama
moment g contest in etiquette took place. The
General at the head of the army, and fun Of it,
snyalrous polteness could not think of passing Il
Ce'ose the coequal head Of the Department d
o0aee while the civil officer of government vas
Verse to taking precedence Of the military. and
susy stood for some moments, each drawing back
u. a.u waving the other forward III the midst q
. ~ somewhat entertaining scene came up. directly
Ioat TIE notorious Judge Peters,, the greatest
ss ~ nls day PerceiHng how matters stood
rs ~ cast,ng sly glance from one to the other he
osa Boldly between them, exclaiminr q IL
Pardon ne, gentlemen, i u ny haste
seen ahick md thin!" aae sasess
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14
1be Ghibo0auf 1flincrpa

Is published every Saturday morning. Price,
Five Dollars per annun-payable at the lime Of sub
scribing Single copies, Ten Cents.
ADVERTISEMENTS vii be inserted at the rate of One Dol
lar per lqirc of ten lines less for the first, and Fifty
Cents for every subsequent Insertion liberal discount
those who advertise by the year. Thirty Dollars
year will be Urged for half column of Patent Medicine
Advertising, and none of greater length admitted any
terms.
PERSONAL OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES of per
sona nature such not deemed to be of public
interest," may he inserted advertisements at the option
of the elitor) by being paid for in advance.
JOB W0krhc un ersigned atter themselves that they
execute all varieties of letter printing in style
be surpassed by country Office in the South
West All work delivered when promised, and guaranteed
to please Our customers will please to bear in mind that
we deliver no job until the same is paid for.
OBITUARY N0rGCES-Not exceeding three lines, will be
cheeruy inserted without CHARGE but those of greater
length viii be rated as advertisements.
CORRESPONDENTS are informed that notice whatever
will be taken of any communication intended for insertion
unless accompanied by the and address Of the writer
necessary for publication, but guarantee of good
faith JONA. c. WHITE, lp,b,;sb.rs
LOUIS F. ANDERSON, u't'A''' D
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14
N NUMBER 80.
Opening Of n Class of Drawing.
,1NrING IN WATER coLoRs AND IN CRAYc

PAINTING IN WATER col ORS AND IN CRAYON.
\ 7 the request of a great number Of persons,
N Mr. H. JANET sculptor ass tant professor OF Draw
ing sc,oI of P.ris rother to NJ. JanetLange,
u nterin history the Emperor Napoleon, VIII open in
Thbod'uX at Mrs. II Knob och's Glass OF Drawing and
OF paint ng, for Gentlemen and Ladies'.
Lessons will take place. for the Ladies', on Mondays,
Wednesdays and Fridays at from to- o'c ok p. NJ.
They VIII take place TT the same hours for the Gente-
men, ON Tue days Thur days and Saturdays
Price, Sc Dollars per month payable at the beginning Of
every month.
Mr. H. Janet has the honor of making known to the in
habitants the Parshtat during his sojuurn in lhibo
dauy, he places his at their disposal for all tina;
sculpture. moulding dead persons tomb decora-
tons and subjects. and for all exterior interior decora
ti'ns Of apartments wie.her in carton-perre in
plaster
The class she'll oien July 5th, next.
Apply for orders for joining the class to Mr. net Mt
Mr. Ense rams the Miner, ofce Mesrs Bennett
& Gal bert's book store.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

TALKING AUToMAroN.-A writer in the New
York Evening Post in speaking of the walkin,
automaton now on exhibition in New York
says: ,s .t..
1t is not, therefore, surprising that amids
the activity OF the present century, an attemp
to carry out his invention should be successful
SO about the year 1S47, Il am not sure as tt
the exact date,) a German mechanician nance
tabre exhibited for several evenings in the
Musical Fund Hall, at Philadelphia an imita
ton of a mans head and busts which actually
did talk and sing. Fabre was man of eccen-
trio habits, and it is said he had constructed a
more perfect machine before, which, in a ftrot
fury, he destroyed. Encouraged by the advice
and pecuniary aid of Mr.. Seherr, (who has a
wide reputation as a manufacturer of piano
fortes of superior excellence, q modest kind
hearted gentleman, he set to work again. and in
two or three years produced his second instru-
ment. This was exhibited before most inteli-
gent assembly, among whom were present many
members of the American Philosophical Society.
DIR. Robert NJ. Patterson, flor long time d-
rector of the U. S. Mint, aud afterwards pres
ident of the American Philosophical Society," a
gentleman distinguished in both hemispheres
for his science and intellect, kindly undertook
to explain, first, the mechanism of the human
machine. ...... -..-l..
Suspicion of imposture was out of the ques-
ton. Your subscriber was one of those present.
He saw the working of the machine by an air.
pump and by keys like those of pianoforte
or accordion. 1t counted, in a clear, not un-
pleasant voice, "one, two, to 90 ten then by
turns till the hundred-the last syllable of
which it could not get out. 1t gave US the
names of the States and their capitals, some
more correctly than others, but all inteligibly.
Such words as consisted of short syllables, par
ticularly liquids, it uttered admirably, as
Alabama, Tusc-a-loo sa, Carolina. Its in
donations were also musical and easy. The
largest sentence it uttered came shortly, thus:
"La-a-dees and ge-e-e-en-tl men, ple-e-e-a-ss
exc oose my imperfect prr-r-o--nun--she--
a--shun." 1t sang tune very we'll to g La
la-la." The inventor claimed, however, that if
his assistants had been sufficiently skilled-one
working the musical and the other the verbal
part-it could have sung words to the tune. but
this, though attempted, was not accomplished.
The constructor, accustomed to his own Ian
guage only, had given German brogue to the
machine, which was ludcrous enough but still
more ludicrous was the excuse made for it, by
Fabre's good friend, that ''he the fgure) had
caught cold," meaning that the chill of the
evening had. stiffehed caoutchouc.
The machine was afterwards taken to London
by Fabre, but, as have never heard of him or
it since, | think that probably the unfortunate
his skill. +7s7
The accounts have given you can be vouched
for by hundreds.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14
Mrs.sSwisshelm on Dancing.

The following article speaks our sentiment.
helm is generally right, but sometimes little
rough, like the rest of us, in her expression
Here she hit the right nail directly on ths
head: a 40 ~
One curious fact we have observed with
regard to dancing. That is-the more deeply
"a church or individual professor is stepped in
the spirit of money grabbing or intemperance,
the greater is their adherence of dancing
This appears to be kind Of convenient scape
goat on which the sins of the congregation are
Laid, that they may be borne in the wilderness.
Let the preacher at any time submit to gag
which shall, on some especial occasion forbid
his opening his mouth for the dumb, or re-
proving a wealthy distiller, or fat userer, who
grind the poor to pay new rent, and forthwith
We get fresh anathema on dancing. Show
usa wealthy Deacon's wife, who will haggle
with widow to get washing done for twelve
and half cents a dozen and then pay her in
trade, or give her two dimes and four cents for
twenty-five cents, and we will show you one
who will take a spasm over the iniquities Of q
cotilion. We never knew the rule to fail, and
have watched its workings for SO long q time
that whenever one begins to lecture on dancing,
We suspect him or her Of being worshipper Of
mammon. Old Christian in his journey, danced
for JOY, but the man with muck-fake was too
busy. Nothing appears better calculated to
contend with the. hard money -loving spirit Of
our age than music and dancing. It tends to
melt the hard crust which the dust of legers
forms around the hearts Of our people; and
there Is no place to which we should go with
subscription paper for a charitable object with
more hope Of success than social party where
OIL are dancing to the music Of two good yiolins
and trombone 4ksA
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14
PRINCES HOTEL,
TX1BODAUT. La.

THE undersigned having leased the h,szzA
Il large brick building recently occuried by Nsas.F
Wakeman 6 Smith, corner of Maronge and Levee Mi
Streets opposite the Ferry Landing, and having -
made extensive alterations and improvements and gone
to heavy expense in fitting and furnishing the hcase
has opened it as FIRST CLASS HOTEL.
The proprietor faters himself that from long experience
in managing and conducting of different Hotels the North
that he capable keeping the above House in
equal any in the United States Persons stopping at thu
my Hotel viii find all the comforts of home, the
house will be conducted principles before under
taken in Thibodaux. z....a-s ,.- e.-.
The Proprietor wishes his friends and the public to dis
tinctIy understand that his House is open all hours
the night well day. their reception There will be
servant the Landing at the arrival of each and every
Steamboat to convey the baggage to the House.
[feb17l j. W. PRINCE, Proprietor.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

TUST arrived and in store, 1900 Bbls FRESH
OOLTE LIME warranted equal the best Thomaston
for all purpo and very superior for sugarmakng Asto
the good quality of this Lime permitted to refer to A.
Robinson of the Rienzi Plantation" and II. Fleming,
Plasterer they having used and found excellent
liberal deduction in price will be made to those who buy
for cash city acceptance. ]. NJ. CRAWFORD,
ie23-n jackson street..
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

TELEGRAPH ACROSS THE OcEAN.-It would
appear from the New York Evangelist, that the
practicability Of laying a submarine wire, from
one continent to the other is about to be tested.
Two companies, one American the other Eng
lish, have united in the work. The directors
Of the company are busily engaged, and in
three months from the present time, it is con-
templated that the old world and the new will
be within weeks hail Of each other. by line
being completed to st. Johns, Newfoundland,
and within three years the two hemispheres
viii Be ia communication, BY = wire extending
ncross the ocean. vs. HFsas1s& sEs % sssasssss
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

sa "a notorious free negro, named Freeman,
az abolition agent, residing at Alton. Illinois,
and engaged ID running off slaves from Mis-
sour, Was shot and killed By the Police Of St.
Louis onsthe 2lst ult. while they we're captur-
ing party Of nsgroes which b Was shout
carrying 81.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

PETNTUKE AQUAKELLE EFT AU FASTET1.
4 la delnande DUN grand nombre de personnes,
"A Mr.. H. JANET srultteur. rtpetiteur de de<sn il
ecole de Paris ffere eeve de Mr.. Janet Lange.
dhstoire de Iempereur NAPOLEON, ouvrira Thi!odaux
dams sale ap artenant Nine Fl. Knotloch, tours
de dessn de penture pour les me>seurs ct les mes
Les lecons aunnt lieu pour les dunes, les lund, mcr-
cred ct vent!redi de cinq six heuIes du soir; Eles
Iieu meme heurc les -ia-d Jeudl ct samedi
pour les mes ears.
Leprx des econs de six piastres par mos, pay
ables commencement de chaque mo s. -.t-.-
Mr. II. Janet lhouneur de prevenr NM les habitants
de Ia Parsse que pendant seour Thifodanx il Sc
met leur disposition pour tout ce qu concerne In sculp
tue, lie oula;e per ones morles onenents Ell sujet
de tobeaux, pour tout espece de decorations ilte
reures ct exteri.ures daIpartements soft en- carton
pierre, soft plaire. ,,,
L'ouverure du Cours est tiyee du Juliet proclaim.
Sadresser, soft our insce du nonbre des eeye. sos
pour des de travauy au donnie lc de Mr. Janet,
chex Mr. Engerran Post office ct dams les prncpa
mag $ ms de Thibodaux.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14
1)rofes sioual Gar0s.

n BELCIIER, attorney and Counsellor at Lac
VI continues the practice of his profession in the Fifth
Judicial District. Office in ThibodauX. jel1
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

EDMUND P. DWIGHT, attorney and Counsel
~ Tor at Laao Napoleonville, parish of Assumption La,
will practice in the parishes of Assumption Laourche,
Terre bonne, and St. Mary myl9-tfl
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14
DaY School for Bows.

THE subscriber takes pleasure in announcing to
i parents and guardians that he has purchased Of Mr.
Gardner the unexpred lease Of the Parish School House
situated st Canal street. Thibodaux, where he will
TIME his school for the future. His charges follows
For the regular English course per month 50 90
For each additional language, per month. 80
For further information apply the Office of the Minerva
or to CHARLES SCHIFFERSTEIN, Principal.
June 23d lS55.-tf.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

II S. GOODE, attorney and Counsellor at Lar,
and Terrebonne je11
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

:" NJ MERCER, attorney and Counsellor at
w Lac, Houma Parish of Terrebonne l. practises
in the parishes Of Assumption Laouche and Terrebonne
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

ss A MARSHALL RAcE.-A Congressional race Of
no little interest is about to come off in Ken
lucky, one that will prove as exciting. perhaps,
in a political way, rs the turf exploits Of Lex
ihgton and Lecompte. The contestants are
brothers-one the eccentric T. F. Marshall, the
other A. K Marshall The latter is the Know
Nothing candidate; the former places himself
on the old whig platform. A short time since
says the Louisville Courier, DR.. A. K. was
decided opponent Of the K n movement, and
his brother, 7. F., exactly the other way As
the family is an ambitious one, these scions
may have arranged their principles for the
contest on this occasion. ssad5zs7s @
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-07-14

TK1ZELL & GAINES HAVE BEEN AP-
il pointed by DR. e. D. BEACH wboesae and retail agents
joY the ese Of his celebrated akss& &s,
AyTI.6A1HARuC MIXTURE.
asvhon It can be bought At manufactures prices.