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Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
yYhat Some People ThInk.

They think 10 wheedle their neighbors
into the belief that they arc THE soLoNs
Of the age, and that 10 them should be
entrusted The keeping Of every mans
consicnco snl oil the power pertaining
20 the governor OF maa-polllicnl, moral,
snI religious-snd tha, the "mass'
should conccde this without stopping to
enquire as TO their cupabilily, or as to
the manner in which they will use Ihat
power when conceded. And again, they
think them selves sail the deccncy, and
hold themselves aloof from the "com'
mon herd" as they graciou'ly term the
great mass Of the country; and they
think that laws Of the most stringent
character should be enacted to control
the mental and animal propensilles OF
man and they think, too, that men
who honestly differ with them in regard
10 these matters, are no better than
they ought TO be, and should not be TO-.
lefated in community, or if tolerated,
tha, they should consult those solons as
10 what is proper and right for them to
40. Anl thinki n. thus, they seek TO
impress upon the minds Of the "mass"
the chimercal idea, that ignorance is
bliss" and, therefore, Its folly TO be
wise" Allow us. say they, to think for
you, it will save much time and trouble,
and we will do /, with pleasure. How
kind and cosiderate--ihcy will think for
you in all maltcrs pertaining to your
political, moral, aud religious freedom,
and do il erond!y il you but give then
OFFICE and GOOD FAT FEES. But do
yon prefer this mode, or will you do
youi own thinking If the latter, then
10 work at oncc--give every moment oI
time that you can possibly spare to deep
earnest, aud per>evering thought on the
many policies that have taken lorm, and
.nre now being shadowed forth for the
government Of your country and your
individual sclf--scan we'll the political
horiZon--nole every new policy that
makes its appearas1ce thereon, and dis
cNss its tendency 10 good or evIl--lhe
task may appear burdcnsome first, but
time and thought will soon clear a field
that will prove pleasant and fruitful
the productions Of which will enable
sou 10 rebuke those would be. solons and
proclaim yourself man. Do it, neigh.
bor, nor hesitate a moment Read,
read, read, and enrich your minds, thai,
you may impart knowledge to those
who now gather around you and are to
succeed you after you have "shuilied off
this mortal coil'--you will not regret it
when the time comes for you 20 say,
"lhis is the last Of earth to me"--nor
will those who come after you, when
.hey are called 10 act for themselves,
regret the course pursued--;heir minds
will have received the proper training
and they will be enabled to "act with
prudence, zeal, and integrlty"--l' guard
we'll the interests Of our country, and
guide the "ship Of State" in the correct
channel. Who would not give hours,
days, weeks, yes, years OF thought TO be
MAN F.? Let there be no echo answer
ine--'sman," in this glorious land Of
ours, lest i, bring curse upon the COM
munity in which it is heard
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

OYroNs.-lt is perhaps not generally
known that the onion is one Of the most
nutrions of roots, containing when dried
from twenty. five TO thirty per cent, ol
gluten. 1t is a great staple Of life in
Spain and Portugal. Onions are not a
relish merely, to the Spaniard, for they
sustain his strength and add beyond
what their bulk would suggest, to the
amount ofnourisllment which his simple
meal supplies.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
WATCHES, JEWELRY, &c

WATCHES, JEWELRY, &c
w The subscribers would inform their friends
and The public that Of the firm has just returned
rom the East with the most complete selected stock
of Watches Jewclry. Silver Ware, aud Fancy Goods,
ever brought TO the city. and would invite the public
O examine their stock before purcinsing elsewhere.
GOLD and SILVER WATCHES OF the best
tert Levers NJ. J. Tobias Co, in heavy gold cases
and every other style of chasing. full-jcwccd Gold
Levers from $40 to $780, TO suit customers. at whole
sale or retail. at prices that cannot fail TO suit.
GOLD GUARDS and FOB CHAINS. Seals and
Keys; Finger Rings-DamOnd Ruby, Amythst, Gar
nei Emernd. Topaz. Pearl, and other Stone and Plain
Rings; Gents Seal and Miniature Rings, &c
EAR RINGS Of EVERY VARlEFf-Baskct Ear
Rings, with or without Sets Braceets-Cameo, Co
raj, Stone and Plain Bracelets; Splendid Set Brace
lets; Ear Rings and Breast Pns-Enamcled, and sci
with Rubies aud Pearl. "
MUSICAL BOXES and ACCORDIONS; Papier
Mnche Stands Portfolio and Jewelry Cases; Rose
| wood Dres sing Cases; Work Boxes.
SILVER WARE and PLATED GOODS.-Brit-
ama Tea and Coffee Sets Silver Forks; Table, Des-
sert, Tea and Cream Spoons; Silver Cups; Soup
| Ladies'; Cream. Salt and Mustard Spoons, &c.
| GOLD PENS and PENCIL. CASES-Damond
Pointed Gold Pens. Of varons prices Gold and Silver
Silver Pearl, Tortoise Velvet, and Wallet Gases.
FRENCH PORCELAIN CLOCKS; vaces; Sur.
| yeyor's Compas sses, Tcle scopic Canes, &c.
| BREAST PINS of the LATEST PATTERTS;
Gold and silver Suspcnder Buckles Gold. Steel, and
Git Belt Buckles, with every other article IN the Fancy
way. .
The above stock was selected with great the
Eastern cities, and is offered at prices which can
not fail in bcing satisfactory To the purchaser.
Clocks and Watches carefully repaired by expe
r,cnc ced workmen, ,und warranted TO perform well.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

BARNUM's AUToBioGRAPHY IN ENG.
LAND. Black wood has impaled Bar.
mum, treating him and his book ss being
grossly immoral, and holding him up to
scorn and contempt. The following
summary shows to what conclusion the
reviewer comes
It has inspired US with nothing bu,
sensations Of disgust for the frauds
which it narrates, anger at its audacity
Ioa,hing for its hypocrisy, abhorreuce
for the moral obliquily which it betfays
and sincere pity for the wrotched mar
who compiled it. He has left nothing
for his enemy to do, for he has fairly
gibbeted himself. No unclean bird o
prey, nailed ignominously to the door o
. barn, can present more humiliatini
spectacle than Phineas Taylor Barnum
as he appears in his autobiography.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
Sco$S AND STATIONARY.
No 4, FRoNr STREET, BUCKEYE BLocK'
SMOUTH, O 10,

PURCHASERS will find nt my store larg
and complete assortment of olMiscelianeous, MaS
Medical, Chssiedl end aommon Schools books,
Together with full stock OF Staple and fancy
STATIONARY.
A moments reflection will convince rny one
that can offer inducements TO Book buyers
fully equal lo1Cincnnnt,i or any other point ~
this region. buy in the same Markets IN Phil
ndelphia and New York with them, whilst the
expenses of conducting business is not ont
fourth in Portsmouth what il is in the larger CIT
les, and which the buyer has to pay in the end
The difference in tine, the cost oi transporia
ton, with the advantage Of procuring III sma
quantities, makes il more economical as wello
more expeditions TO purchase Of me.
In coHnexiOn with my store have large
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
.HR IL Nh GD~ N. 1S
GEORGE ID. WINCHELL,
MANUFACTURER OF
Too10De1 oud ,SJonood IV0res

Water Coolers, Toilet Ware, &C.,
"AVlNG Removed from the old stand, cor
ncr of Walnut and Pearl, TO the
n, w. CORNER OF RACE AND COLUMBIA.
(Or Second sreet.j Cincinnati, o., and having
largely increased facilities for manufacturing,
is now prepared to supply dealers. on liberal
terms. Timers, Stove Dealers and Others, will
find it greatly 10 their interest to purchase theil
stock direct from the manulactoiy. | have also
recently made such arrangements with the
manufacturers o Tinners Machines and Tools
as 10 be constantly supplied. Among which
will be found some newly nycntcd Labor sa
wing machines, which can be seen in opera.
ton. All Of which will be sold al manufactu-
rers prices. GEO. ID. WINClIELL,
N. w. corner ofltace and Columbia Sts.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

A HIsroRIAN IN THE HOUSE OF LORDS.
The death Of Earl Stanhope has car
ried a we'll known author into the House
OF Peers. Lord Mahon, the historian
of England under the House Of Hanover,
is, BY his fathers death, Earl Stanhope.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

+ A lady Of fashion will sooner excuse
q freedom, flowing from admiration, than
o slight resulting iron, Indifference. The
frst olfense has the pleasing apology ol
her attractions: The last is bold and
without AZ alienation. But the mode
in which she disposss Of the two only
shows that her love Of sdmiration is
stronger than her sense Of ProPsiety.--
! ColeoR. 4 =
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

1t is proposed to unite the three de-
nominations of the United Brethren, the
Wesleyan Brethren the Wesleyan Meth
odists, and the Evangelists and to this
end convention Of delegates from these
churches is called to meet at Dayton, or
the 18th Of May next,
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
N. DERBY e. Co.
No. 5, Exchange Block, Second ST., South sid
IROMTON, ONO.

IRUMTON, OHIO.
"AE Just opened a large and well Sc lectcd
stock of Fall and Winter Cloths, and Rca-
dy Made Clothing for men and boys consisting
of every variety and shade Of color.
The, are connected with an importing house
in Boston, and have facilities for the purchase
of goods equal to those of any other House in
Southern Ohio.
They have connected with their store an ex.
ensive Tailoring Establishment superh,endet
by an experienced cutter. They will endeavo
to &C, up their articles in style and finish equa
10 anything of the kind that can be done by the
best workmcn in TIN Faste:n cities.
Also variety Of carpet sacks, furnishing
goods, and Umbarcllas.
Oct. II, 1854.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

RAILROAD AccIDENT.-On Thursday
last, Mr.. Galloway Of Geneva, while
walking on the Railroad track near Ash.
tabula, was knocked down by the loco
motive, and so badly injured that he
will probably not recover .--AsAta6ula
Sentinel.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

TsAcHEa7.-The richest endo wments
of the mind are temperance, prudence,
is an universal virtue which enters into
the composition OF all the rest; and
where she is not, for,itude loses its name
and nature.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

CAsuALTy.--On Monday last, while
Mr.. L. ID. Simmons, who lives in the
eastern part Of this township, was fall
ing tree, piece Of the falling timber
struck his son upon the head, and kill
ed him instantly. The youth was about
lG years old.--AShtabula Sentinel.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
Book Bindery,

Where BLANK BOOKS Of any size or stylt
of Ruling aud of superior quality may be obtain
ed at the shortest notice. Magazines, News.
papers &C., Bound to Pattern.
Country Dealers, and Private Libraries, sup.
piled at the very lowest rates, in large and small
quantities. shall be happy to receive orders
assuiias those who send, that they shall be
filled promptly.
JAS STEPHENS0N.
Book seller and Stntione No. PNkey
Block Front street. PortsmouthOhio.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

COUNTRY LovE.-An exchange says
a young lady-a sensible girl-gives
the following catalogue Of different kinds
of love: The sweetest-a mothers
love the longest-a brothers love ; and
the sweetest, longest, strongest dearest
love-a love Of a-bonnet.
Doubted,
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

BE- The doctrine Of compensation
is beautifully exempli6ed at those board
ing.house breakfast tables where the
weakness of the coffee is always in eS
act proportion to the strength Of the
butter
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

D1- "ZsUsDs! MADAx," said Abef
nethy to lady, who remarked that she
had 'only cold "what would you have!
the PLAGUE !"
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

To make punishment eflicacious, two
things are necessary. They must never
be disproporlioned 10 the offence. and
they must be certain.--W. e. SimmS
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

1t is not 80 difficult a task to plant
truths as to root out old errors for there
is this paradox in men, they run alteI
that which is new, but are prejudiced ia
favor Of that which is old.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

Submit your sentiments with diff
dence. A dictatorial style. though il
may carry conviction, is always accom-
paniedwilh disgust Washington.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
Paper Hangings.

TAM now receiving my Spring Stock of
i French and American Paper Hanging, which
far surpasses any thing Of the kind ever offered
in this market.-Many of the patterns were pre-.
pared and packed expressly for me in France,
and embrace all the latest styles.
It's of grade aad price from cts. to $3.50
per piece.
have Ten Thousand pieces embracing more
than one hundred different patterns, so that the
most fastidious cannot fail to be suited both in
price and quality. The second story of my Book
store building, will be devoted exclusively 10
Paper Hangings. and will be brilliantly tighten
every evening, so that persons can have the op-
portunity of examining az we'll at night as in
daylight. The style Of Velvet Borderings this
price. ], STEPHENSON,
16tf No 4, Buckeye Block.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

Love is fenny garden, or everglades
surrounded with beautiful flowers alas
happy only are those who find their
way therein.-KozlQy.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

B% A wsg seeing lady at party
with an extra low necked dress and bare
arms, expressed his admiration by saying
that she out.srRirPED the whole party.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

BIT The newspaper is a law book
for the indolent, a sermon for tho
thoughtful, library for the poor. 1t
may instruct the most profound.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

Associate with men of good quality,
if you esteem your own reputation fol
tits better to be alone than in bad com
pany.-W Washington.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

HAS now ON hand, and is constantly recelv-
III ing a good assortment OF Music and Mu-
steal Instruments, such as Accordeons, Flutes,
Flies, Violins, Guitars, Banjos, Clarionetts,
Flageolets, &c. One day, eight day and alarm
clocks, watches, and iewclry of all kinds. The
very best of Cigars and Tobacco, Perlumcry OF
all kinds, Confectionery, Groceries, Glassware,
Notions, blank books and stationery, pcnres
and frames, OF al! sizes, plain OF gilt, sealed
measures and weights, dried and foreign fruits
nuts, fine shirts. cravats, portmonies, hobby
horses, TOW wheebarrsws and wagons and tops
of every description, and great many other ar,
ticles, too numerous TO mention.
Ironton, March II, lS5l.-tf.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

DS Prosperity 10 no just scale
sdversity 10 tho only true balance Il
weigh friend. ~
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
BOOT AND SHOE
M a IT u ]? a G z o r Y O
RICHARD q. EVANS.

Thankful for past favors, would inform his
customers, and the public, that he is still
engaged in the manufacture of BOOTS AND
SHOES at his old stand. He has now in his
employ, and engaged, several most excellent
workmen, and is confident that he can furnish
his customers with as workmanlike and durable
boots and shoes, as can be purchased else
where. Particular attention will be given to
FINE BOOTS.
Repairing done neatly, al shor notice.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

PAlNTIN G, GLAZ N G, u C.
G:aaN & S3S|JA:2.
WOULD respectfully announce TO the citizens
of Ironton, that they have this day entered in
TO copartnership, in the above business, and
purpose carrying il in all its various branches,
such as HOUSE, SIGN & FANCY PAINTING, GRAIN
Ing, MARBLING & PAPER HANGING. From the ex-
perience of or 10 years, and the success we
have heretofore met with, we feel safe in war
ranting general satisfaction to those who may
favor us with their patronage. All work en-
trusted to our care, shall be punctually attend.
ed TO. We are determined TO do our work in a
style not to be surpassed by any Painter in the
place. We intend to carry on the business in
different style from what it has been here
yet. From attention to business, and good
work, we hope to meet liberal share of the
public patronage.
Enquire at Harris g. Warrens' Grocery, OF
Fourth Street. ]. G. STEEN,
Feb. %, 1854. M. M. BOSWORTH
REFERENCES.
A.Richey, of Ironton. A Bender, ST., Pit bg
J.Richards, do J Bissel do
NIB Particular attention paid to Graninl
& Fancy Painting.
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FANCY AND STAPLE
ENGLISH, FRENCH, AND AMERICAN
I'D HE w GE0DODHD~

ALSO-Foreigna and Domestic CARPE'rlNG.
Imported direct from Manufacturers in Europe,
and purchased at auction in New York, which
enables us to offer our goods this season at about
Eastern Importers and Manufacturers prlces.--
Floor Oil Cloths, thoroughly seasoned, from
to "a feet in width large stock always OH
hand.
Families, Hotel Keepers, Steamboat owners
and strangers may depend upon finding the best
class of goods in our line at prices as low US
they can be purchased in the Eastern cities.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24

VXIAR with the OLp SYSTEM o: building.
w Procure your Carpenter Work ready
made, of seasoned lumber, and save thirty
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
| RONTON MARBLE AND STONE WORKS

II 4 II II I , q n I y Z 7 N.
MANUFACTURERS OF MAR Bile MONUMENTS
Tombs Head and Foot Slopes, Marble
Mantels, Table Slabs, &c. Also Free Stone
Plinths, Window Jambs, Sils, Caps, sc. &c
Fourth Street, opposite the Market House,
IRORTON, OHIO.
Having been practically engaged in the bu-
siness for number of years in Europe and this
country, they feel confident that they will be
able to render entire satisfaction to all who may
avor them with their custom and by strict ut
ention to business. hopo to merit and eccvc q
iberal share of public patronage. NIL
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HINKLE, GUILD & Co.


365 West Front Street, Cincinnati, 0.
DOOR, SASH, AND BLIND FACTORY, PLA-
MING MILL AND LUMBER YARD.
Our factory is GO by $50 feet, six stories high,
with machinery manufacturing Panel Doors,
Sash, Veniton, and Panel Shutters, Door and
Window Frames, Mantels, Base, Piiasters,
Mouldings, Weatherboards, White and Yellow
Pine Flooring, and paned boards for the inside
finish of frame or brick houses. Our work is
framed IN the same manner as if made by hand,
and superior TO any other factory or hand work,
being thoroughly tested in ii drying house,
Sash, primcd and glazed. With the advantage
of our large Lumber. yard in Fulton, contain
ing several acres of grnend, and 100 feet Of
wharf, we are enabled TO yard, Mann Iacture,
and sell cheaper than any other establishment
| in the West. Orders Fl led for boards, framing
timber, and joist Of every description. We'
also manufacture packing boxes, ice chests,
and shower baths. Country merchants will
find il to their interest TO keep our articles for
sa le. Discount to dealers: Terms, Cash.
KANSAS AND NEBRASKA PORTABLE
COTTAGES.
| Containing two or more rooms, which can De
put up and taken down in few hours. A
| sample can be seen at our factory
| Our bill Of prices can be seen at this Office.
Spirit of the times. [volume] (Ironton, Ohio) 1853-1858, 1855-04-24
Patent Metallic Burial Case.

TNHE subscribers have Just received stock
of METALLIC BURIAL CASES from the
mandatory CT W. G. Davis and Co., Cincin-
natl which they offer to the citizens of lronton
and vicinity on reasonable terms. These cases
are AIR-TIGHT AND INDESTRUCTlBLE,
for protecting and preserving the dead for oldi-
nary burial for vaults, or for transportation.
The stock will be kept up as occasion demands.
They also keep constantly made variety OF
Cofins of different sizes and qualities. Also
will make Coffins to directions without delay.
A new Hearse, quiet horse and careful dri-
yer, ready for service when required.
S.R BUSH J. Co.
Ironton, September 81, 1855.
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WHAT is THE USE
nF going, East, West, North or South when
" yOu can gel the very best articles thut are
wanted in the Saddiery and Harness line at the
manulactory of WILSON Il RICHARDSON.
No. ~, 2nd, street, ir>n. on.
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DRY GOODS AND CARPET STORE.
JOHN SHILLITO & Co.

No. 12, East Front St., Cincinnati, o.
u ESPECTFULLY inform their customers
III and purchasers generally, that they ore
now opening an extensive and complete assort-
ment of
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-05-31

The steamer America, from Liverpool he
18th instant, arrived az Boston, last week.
The English Press admits that hopes Of
pea60 have fed, and that no assistance can
he expected from Austria and but little from
The res,of Europe; consequently, that Eng-
land and France must fight il out. The
London Times publishes an article express-
ing these views. The Times has also an ed
itorial on behalfo the Government, stating
that it is impossible TO peruss the olIicial
documents Of the Vienna Conference with
out seeing that Russia was never in earnest
in her pretended desire for peace. y
a correspondent from The camp. April 81,
explains the difficulties Of the eiege, but
states confidently that the Allies advance
over the ground, Bit by biz and that while
the works so advance there can be no doubt
Of ultimate success, provided ille Russians
in the field are unable to force the Allies to
raise the siege. Gen. Canrobert has an
nounced that when reinforcements arrive he
will enlarge the circle Of his operations, i'm
plying that he will attack the Russian field
positions.
The latest official advices from Sevasto-
pol are to May 10Th. On that day, in the
morning, the Russians made soriie with
large body Of troops on the Allies, right adj
vance trench, but were driven back imme-
diately, and second and similar attempt
shared the same fate. Nothing could be
better than the conduct Of the troops who
took part in the affair. Tho loss Of the en-
envy was serious.
Pianori, who attempted to assassinatc tho
Emperor Napoleon, has been condemned to
death.
The emigrant ship John. from Plymouth,
bound to Quebec, was wrecked, and a mum.
Der Of lives were lost. -
Litchfield enquirer., 1855-05-31

A NeD Oyster Bed-A resolution, offered
by the Hon. Mr.. Ferry Of the Senate. was
passed by both Houses Of the Legislature
on the a3I inst, providing that George
Hoyt and others Of Norwalk, be permitted to
enter their petition for law relating to the
planting Of oysters IN the Seeretary's office.
any rule or law to the contrary notwithstand-
ing"