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Rides and Rambles In Father Land.
CaAprxa VIII.

Before bidding Il nal sadieu to London,
made an excursion to the south Of Eagland,
some sixty or seventy miles through the
counties Of Surry, Kent and Sussex. Pass
ing Croydon. Riega,e, Tunbridge, and Tun-
bridge Walls, to Buckingham, left the
railway and proceeded BY stage to Hawk
hurst, seven miles distant, where reside
some namesakes and friends whom I hal
long desired to see The village is si.ua-
ted in the midst Of beautiful rural district,
where, for the first Iime in England, l saw
houses like our own, built Of wood, clap
boarded, and painted white. Af,er having
90 long looked upon the weather-beaten
walls Of brick and stone, these neat white
dwellings presented familiar hme.iike
appearance to one who, like myself, was
beginning toSigh for the scenes and friends
of his native land. " Fowlers," the an
Client seat Of the KiIburnes Of Kent, 10 al
together the most stately mansion in Hawk.
hurst. About half mile from Il, over the
seIds. was pointed out TO me the residence
Of Sir John Herschel, the celebrated astro-
nomer. Spending few hours with my
friends, and sharing their hospitality. re-
turned to the railway and proceeded on my
''tour Of observation" Before leaving this
delightful region, however, hope to be
pard,ned for = passing remark. / had often
read Of the hedges, and stiles, and meadow
paths Of England, bat never realized their
picturesque beauty SO thoroughly as did
while At Hawkhafst THE diversified ma
ture Of tI.e landscape. the rich and iuxuri-
ant growth Of vegetation. and the invigora-
ting elasticity Of the atmosphere, contribu-
ted NOT little to the delight which expe-
rienced in my ramhles that day. The paths
through the green 6elds--the little foot
bridges spanning the brooks - me cool sha-
dove Of the dim old irees-she bubbling
spring with iss lineup Suspended near-and
the sussi; benches BY the way-side-a.I
seemed made for the especial comfort and
delight Of the traveller and passer-by. !
coald mot but admire she good taste ss welt
- the manifest regard for comfort which
were everywhere displayed. To the eye 81
the stranger, at least, an air Of rural content
ment and happiness seemed 10 pervsde all
things. There was no ex.savagant outlay
q means, no ssssmp. a disP'ay-bat qsi.s
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easily always. Now 60 your way, and
thank your stars nothing worse has befallen

easily always. Now GO your way. and
thank your stars nothing worse has befallen
yeu." @
General said .the Enelishman, calm
-, you have beaten my son, you have
used your drawn sword against me, unarm-
ed as was. You have tied my arms be-
hind me, and led me through the streets
like common felon, and now you tell me
may go my way and think myself foiiu-
nate not to have been knouted, as you
would have had me treated. if you dared
You forget, general, that am 4 man an
Englishman, and that have a ambassador
to protect me. and it is who tell you. you
shall Jet repent the part you have acted -
With this he went his way. And the
general did repent il. The affair was
made known to the Emperor Nicholas. who
ordered II to be brought in without delay
before court martial for due examination.
Summoned before this tribunal. the general
was found guilty of the breach Of military
discipline have alluded to, and his punish
ment was referred 10 the decision Of Nicho-
las.
"Let the laws be executes" sard the
Gear; and the offender. general as he was,
was condemned TO lose his epauleis, was
reduced to the rank Of common soldier
and excluded the service. He is still living,
they say, TO regret his hurst Of passion and
abuse Of power, and to remember the stern,
unfinci,ing justice Of his sovereign.
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In the selection Of carpet, you should
always prefer one with small figures, be-
cause the two webs Of which the fibries con-
sist are always more closely interviewer III IN
in Competing where large figures are wrought
There is great deal Of true philosophy
in this, that will apply 10 matters widely
different from the selections Of carpets.
A man commits sad mistake when he
selects wife that cuts too large Z figure
on the green carpet Of life-in other words
makes much display. The attractions fade
out-the web Of life becomes worn and weak
and all the gay figures that seemed so
charming At first disappear like summer
flowers In autumn.
Many man has made himsey linscy-
woolsey Of himself, by striving to weave
too large figure, and finds himself worn
out, used up, aud like an old carpet hang.
ing on the fence, before he: has lived out
half his allotted days of usefulness.
Many man wears ont like carpet that
is never swept, by the dust Of indoience.
Like that same carpet. he needs shaking or
whipping-he needs activity, something to
think of-some,hing to do.
Look out, then, for the large figures, and
there are those now slowed away Ia the gar.
ret Of the world. awaiting their iinal con-
signment to the cellar, who, had they prac-
tised this bit Of carpet philosophy. would
to-day be firm and bright as Brussels fresh
f,om the loom, and everybody exclaiming :
II is wonderful how well they do.
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y There are four kinds Of poison: min
erai. animal, vegetable and sriai; the min
erai Poisons corrod the flesh and produces
Inflammation. The vegetable generally
stupefy, and leave no marks Of inaamm =
tion. The animal generally affect the whole
body; and the erisI the respitory organs.
~ The most extraordinary instance Of
patience on record in modern times is that
OF an Illinois Judge, who listened silently
for tao days. while couple Of wordy at
torneys contended about the construction Of
m act Of the Legislature. aud then ended
the controversy BY quietly semarking,-
Gentlemen, the law is repealed ~
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Black silks.

UusT received : large assortment cf choice
d black Silks Of shs best manufacture, which
" - dispnscc 10 sell at very iaw prices.
Az. 4 rood assortment of French Lawns.
H<snees, Ac Of me best styles. adapted 70 the
seassn. can ~ found ii the Granite Store in
w0oDING 4 LEWIS.
May lss. 1855.
DAlNTS. OILS. GLASS. &c. can he found
u IN any quantity d The Granite Store il.
WsIcotiviIle.
wO0DlNG 4 LEWIS.
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The BIBLE TIE Key TO rnr He.p

THE BIBLE TIE KEY TO THE HEARr.-
If | had lock Of very complicated con-
s sa.,s and there was only one key that
that the key was made by one who under
stood ahe construction of that lock. So
when find that notwithstanding all the
windings and mysteries Of iniquity in the
human heart. the Bible. and the Bible only,
is adapted to it throughout, and is able to
penetrate its most secret recesses, am
constrained to believe that the Bible was
made by him who "alone knows til the
heart Of the children of men,"
american MESSENGER,
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SroEe,Ne ON THE PRrSTEa.-Here is a
little article we think something Of framing
to hang conspicuously over the Editors
Table:
The public have funny notion about
printers. They think il costs nothing to
puff. advertise. &c. And thus one and an.
other will sponge an extra paper. puff. OF
some benevolent advertisement. They for
get that this business makes them known.
They forget that it is the Printer's ink that
makes nine tenths Of their immense for
tunes. They forget that it takes money to
pay compassionate buy ink. type. and
paper-and lastly. they forget to even
thank You for working for nothing. by gra-
tui.ously putting their business.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

The New York Times understands that
a lease Of the N. Y. and N. H. r. r. is
talked Of in certain quarters, with view
to secure Z per cent. income to the presen
Stockholders. ~
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.N'e,u .aryMMgesseni!
ELi.swuRTH, June 1855.


VuNtiE suhscriberwouid inform his patrons
IL and friends from abroad that as he has
not been able 10 close up his business this Spring,
Q. he intended to hava done, has concluded 20
continue his business another YEAR; ashers,otcre
keepiug his usual variety OF Goods, which ale
not 10 be surpassed nv any country Store
although there may be some dealers who have
larger qnan,i,y 81 some kinds Of Goods, ba' 10
End the variety here IL the place. Ru, 70 ca into
rsyticuisrs would be useless oil that 10 neeee.
ssry 70 say is, please con for VIVA. YOU want.
aod Won will Ne verv sure to find II. aud AT a
Drce that will induce YOU IN cell agpia Cash
customers ore solicited. rs they are the ones thai,
helm "a 10 buy our Goods so cheap, and they ate
the ewes that viii reap rich reward il their
putchas~s are large.
word 10 the lovers Of good Ira W you wish
for something in that line warranted 10 suit. here
Il the place 10 supply vour wants-for "a cents
pey n. you can have tina, which 10 warranted to
draw green, and Tor 30 cts something richer |;
from SO 20 Sc that which will make music in The
dsllest company II freely used. and some a little
higher foe extra occasions. For proof, please call
and uv IT,
er Produce taken a, the highest marke, r.iee.
n e. r. PECK.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

The Union Car Works, Chicago, were
destroyed by fire ON the Let inst. Loss
500 600. They were owned by Messrs
Stone & Boomer.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

Miss, can have the exquisite pleas
ure Of rolling the wheel Of conversation
around the axeltree of your understanding
for few minutes this evening? The lady
tainted.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

Mr.. Julien. who assembled in his balIoor
ct Norwish. lately, came down on Point
judith. <. !. having travelled eighty miles
in one hour.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

For the FIRST time in long series Of years
the Boston Jail has not single person con.
fined within its walls Tor debt. The lest
poor debtor left its portals on the 26th.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

A revolution has broken out in the State
Of Honduras. Several skirmishes have
occurred with considerable loss of life.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

The Government Of Melbourne has ex-
emP.sd editors Of newspapers fsom-serving
on juries. and has RENTED the fines Of
some for n-sttendance.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

u The present progressive sgs. every
Nm of capital and enterprise should have
IN sye to public Improvements. He should
reflect that be lives no more for his own
bsnstit than ios shat q postsriiy.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

The garden beet is said to Be excsllent If
baked in the oven instead Of being boiled.--
They are said to b sold in Italy in the
streets. % choice article whom baked.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

Rev. &. Dimon. q native Of Fairfield
and late pastor Of the Congregational
Church OF Kenosha, Iowa. died in New
London. August %. He was struck with
paralysis.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

Envelopes and stamps to the large sum
Of $lO.0OO month are sold 1t the Boston
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

A PEralvIrD While engaged in
excavasing recently upon the MiIwaukis and
Louisiana Cross Railroad, near Schlesen-
gerville, Iowa, the woTkmen came upon the
petfiiied remains of an Indian and with the
remains soms singular relics Of oldon times.
The body was perfect, not having suffered
BY deesy. His height u the pgesent day
would be considered Notwithstanding
seven feet twe inches. On his breast was
. plata Of copper, on which were engraved
nameroos hissoei yphics, the meaning Of
which can hardly Be- inagined. But there
they are. > record Of The past Could these
hieroelyphics Be read, they might perhaps,
unveil some Of the mystery which hangs
like DARK cloud over the history Of the red
man. An arFow Of considerable length and
curious construction vas also. found with
him. and especially invites the attention Of
ansiquarians.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

The Convention Of the Clergy Of Hart
ford County. was held in St Psul's Church
in Hartford, Oct. I. Attendance good.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

MEMoRY or MAspiE.--A lady who
caught her ,nagpie stealing her picked wal
nuts, threw basin Of hot grease over the
poor bird. exclaiming -
oh. yon thief, you've beea at the pick
led walnuts, have you -
Poor Mag. was dreadfully burned. his
feathers came of. leaving his head entirely
bare. He lost Ill spirit and spoke not
word fof more than year. when gentle
man called al the house who. on taking of
his hat exhibited very bald head. The
magpie appeared evidently struck with the
circumstances. Hopping upon the back Of
his chair. and looking him hastily over, he
suddenly exclaimed 10 the ear Of his aston
ished visitor:
"Ch, You thief, you've been at the pick
led walnuts, have you 20
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

A RusE.-One Of the Secretaries Of State
Of the United States struck out good mode
Of getting rid Of an intruder in a particular
case. II appears that the doorkeeper OF the
Secrclary's Office was remarkably oblieing.
which proved quite the thing for a rabid
oifce-seeker who managed TO get in every
day and bother the Secretary. When the
annoyance had continued three or four days
the Secretary stepped MP one morning to
the doorkeeper and asked il he knew what
that man came after daily.
Yes" replied the func,ionary, " an of.
Gee, suppose"
True; but do Jon know what Office I"
"No."
Well, then. III tell you; he wants your
place"
The next morning. the scene between the
Office seeker and tho polite door.keeper is
said 10 hass been rich. from the peculiar
manner in which the intruder was informed
-. The Secretary is mot at homel"
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az we live ia day Of excitement. 4

~ We live in Jay Of excitement. In
the old world, armies are in battle array,
and tie sword has been drawn. and is al.
ready crimsoned with blood. In our coun-
try. there are various strife Of party, and
conflict Of opinion, and fierce words are
heard. aot only in councils, but also be-
side the domestic hearth. This constant
excitemen, is no. good for our moral nature;
and depraved as the heart is. amid il all.
We iostinct;vely yearn for quiet and rest -
There IL perfect peace only in heaven; but
this side the CELESTIAL city. We may have
sweet fose,astee Of its felicities, if we will
only cultivate the spirit which reigns there.
Blessed are the peacemakers, whose infa-
ence brings calm TO the mad passions sin
has hegotten in our common humanity; and
blessed is the heart which seeks for peace
only in conformity to the will Of God.
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A NEw Posr Ofice.-We should think
(says an exchange). from the following d.
rection on letter that was sent to Nor
walk, that new post-ofice has sprung in
to existence in this State:
mir. John Cotosby. Douglos poost Office,
third Chute. upper Canada. North Nor
walk. fairfield County. Connecticut. with
SPEED"
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Reterts-xos Chemical.

Speaking Of reforts, the chemists make
great nse Of them. and they are very handy
for public speakers, often answering bee
ter purpose than argument, be it ever SO
able. We have heard Of one or two that 10
OUT knowledge. have never slipped into
print -
The late Roger M. Sherman of Connec-
ticut, one Of the ablest men ever raised in
this man-raising State. was often pi,ted at
the bar against DR.. Daggett, who was af-
forwards Chief Justice, aud who was fair
match for Sherman. II happened, on one
occasion, that Daggeft Was . long time in
hunting up reference in law-book, and
to increase his embarrassment-for he was
on his legs, in the midst Of his speech, and
the Count impatient Tor him 70 proceed
Sherman said to him,
"Brother Daggest. win you have my
specsacles %
mo, ! thank you." said Dasget., quiet
~; :. there WAS no truth ever seen through
your spectacies."
In great ecclesiastical battle in Phila-
delphia. DR.. Krebs, Of this city, was press
ing his antagonist. DR.. Breckenridge, hard
mp with his authorities, and at last be came
proceed to quote Breckenridge against
breckenridge"
instantly. without rising from his seat.
DR.. h. exclaimed. s'And you could no, pos
sible cite an authority that would have less
weight with me-"
The readiest and severest retoit we ever
heard or heard Of. was made 10 the Senate
OF the Uaited States, by John G. Calhoun.
OF its justice we say nothing; every man
may have his owns opinioa. Calhoun had
recently lent his seaport to the Van Buren,
administration, and Henry Clay was de-
nouncing him for apossasy. With his eagle
eye darling ERE across the Chamber, Clay
cried out. :. The gentleman has gone over
70 the onemy, and time alone can disclose
the motive"
- The gentleman" said Calhoun, s.went
over to the enemy, and did not leave it for
time TO disclose the motive"
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

II you are in debt. spend nothing fool
ishly or unnecessarily. until your debts are
cancelled. For by SO doing. you wantonly
lavish away not. your own, but that which
Of right belongs to others /; and you will
not Be held guiltless; for you are just as
essentially engaged in breaking the CON-
mandment, Thou shalt not steal" as the
vilest robber in existence. who has more
more real moral coursge. and less under
handed depravity than thou hast.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

"ANTED.-Two irst-vase Taii0resecs
w are wansed immediately bv
7. H.RIcIIARpSt
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Cheeseman's Barber's Shop,
D EMOvED to the basement Of the
~ Mansion House

lcLOUR.-25 bills. Of Extra Gepeeee, in
Il barrels end bsge; also, Graham, Homony
and Rice Flour.
McNEIL 4 BRAMAn.
HvROCKERY AND GLASS-WARE.-A
~ splendid assortment jus. received at
Men. e. BIS.
NEW Shsd and Mackerel, in bbls half hbls.
IN and kits. Men & b.
AFcNEIL e. BRAMAN are rereiving q
1vl complete assriIne NJ OF Papsma. Grenada,
Straw and Palm Leaf Hats Of the latest styles.
uNRIED Apples and Peaches, at
~ M. BIS.
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UUST reed, % doz more at Pumam's patent,
q se9-sdjusiine curtain Fixtures. which are
90 much admired by those who are using them.
For sale By SPENCER & ADAMS
Angus, 9Th, 1853.
az BBLS Extra Geanesce Flonr, jus, reed
2O By S. & A.
Or Aisc, fresh corn meal every week.
UADSELL'S LIME. for sale in ny quantity
H at tho Naugatuc Railroad Depot or ut S.
e. 'sS,ote, by SPENCER & ADAMS.
vAn KEGS Tremon, Iron Co.'S Nails a,
xOU reduced prices, just received hv
S. A.
VusT ,ook in at SPENCER g. ADAMS and
u see their last arrival Of Boots and Shues.
NOW 10 the time to bnv Summer Clothing
IN cheaper than ever offered before. vt
$ & AS.
TuSr received, 20 bhis. portirico aud refined
- Sugars of all gtsdes, at $. & AS.
q ALT 10 cheaper 20 Sacks Dairy ard Hay
- Salt just reed by S. e. A.
NfAu River Mills Coffee in 6. 8 and lb
w Cana at S. l. AS.
n0RK. Lard. Shsd. Mackerel and Coafsh
III always 10 he found at s. Il AS.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1855-10-18

Enn Yards mme OF those Irish Linen rem
OVU aants IS cents, ~
- Ma e. A. BERRY's.
II AIDES Grass Cloth Skirts. cheap. NJ
IL N. q L. A. EERRY'S.
DROWN Sheetings and ShirIings---anothc her
- lot 4.t heavy bfown. 6 "a cts, At
N. & L. A. BERRY'S
DLEACHED COTTONS rs fine, 90 yards
ID for SI,00st M Il. A. BERRY'S.
nRESS GOODS Just received, one case one
~ yard wide, pure MaddeI Lawns ss 6 IA, at
N. & E. A. 9ERRY'S.
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OFFICIAL JOURNAL,
MAxoRALTY OF NEW ORLEANS.
COMMON COUNCIL, f,
City of New Orleans, July "a, 1855.
[ No. 1924

No. 1924
Whereas much embarass sment arises from The non
payment OF the due this corposaiion from persons
carrying various trades and professions subject to
the payment of license tax, in violation of existing
SEc.1 Thsforeb be trssotusd or ordained By the Com
mon Council Of the city Of Nsw Orleans That it shall be
and Is hereby made the duty of the City Treasurer
medlaiey 10 report to the Assistant City Attorney the
names OF all persons who are carrying conduct
ing any trade or profession subject 10 The paymen, of
license tax TO the city corporation for the present yeaI
e 1865, in violation OF existing ordinances.
SEC. 9 Bet ayhsr ordained Etc. That it shall be and
is hereby made the duly OF the Assistant City Attorney
10 cause all persons who may be carrying conduct
ing any such trade profession, in violation of any
ordinance of this CITY, to be brought before the Recorder
of the District III which such trade profession may
be conducted before any other court OF competent
jurisdiction, and 10 prosecute him them for The pay
meut of the fine denounced against the for such
violation. sF 4l -A f5f7Al
Sec.3 Be IL further ordained etc., That it shall be the
duty of the several Recorders of this city hear and
determine all complaints which may be brought before
them for the violation of ordinance OF the city,
and in case any person shall be by them found guilty
of any violation aforesaid to condemn the person
persons SO found guilty TO the payment Of the fine
enacted for such violation aud in case of lis pay
men 10 imprisonment In the parish Jail for period
not exceeding thirty days. until said fine be paid
Sec 4. BE it further ordained, ete: That any person
complained of aforesaid, who shall continue carry
on, conduct the trade or profession against which
complaint has been made, shall be liable TO fine Of
not less than five more tnan one hundred dollars
for each day he, she they shall continue carry
or conduct such trade or profession, after the making
of SAID complaint. 4@.4 @t&
Sec Be further ordained etc., That il shall be the
duty of all the officers of the city and especially of the
officers Of the Street Commissioners and police depart
mens to report to The Treasurer the names of ell per-
carrying any trade or profession without
having obtained license therefor. lI-
[signedl GERARD STITH
President pro- tenn. Board of Assistant Aldermen.
[SignedJ JOHN CULBERTS0N,
President pro tenn. Board Of Aldermen.
Approved July n, 1855. sq5'
lsignsdl JOHN L. LEWIS, Mayor.
A true copy. THos. THsARD, Secy. iy2s ST +