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ROBERT OF LINCOLN.
BY THE AUTHOR OF rHAxATorsIs.

Merrily Singing on brer and weed,
Near to the nest of his little dame.
Over the mountain side or mead,
Robert of Lincoln RS telling his name;
Bob-o'-hnk, bob-o'-link,
Sphinx, spank, splnk
Snug and safe in that nest Of ours.
Hidden among the summer flowers.
Chez, chez. chce
Robert OF Lincoln is gaily drest,
Wearing n bright black wedding coat;
White are his shoulders and white his Greet
Hear him call in hi. merry note--
Bob-o'-link, bob-o-link,
sphinx, spank, sphinx;
Look, what n nice new coat is mine.
Sure there was never bird fine.
Chez, chez, chee.
Robert ofLincoln's Quaker wife,
Pretty and quiet with plain brown wings,
Passing at home patient life,
Broods in the gras. while her husband sings
Bob-o'-link, bob olnk,
Sphinx, spank, sphinx;
Brood, kind creature you need not fear
Thieves and robbers while | am horo.
Chez, chez, chez.
Modest and shy a nun is she;
One weak chirp is her only note
Braggart and prince ofbrnggarts is he,
Pouring boasts from his little throat
Bob-o'-link, bob-o'-link,
SPHINX, spank, sphinx
Never was | afraid of man;
Catch me, cowardy knaves, you can
Chez, chez, chez.
Six white eggs on bed Of hay,
Flccked with purple, pretty sight!
There, as the mother sits all day,
Robert is singing with all his might,
Bob-o'-Iink, bob-o-link,
Sphinx. spank, sphinx;
Nice good wife, that never goes out,
Keeping house while frolic about.
Chez, chez, chee.
Soon as the little ones chip the shell,
SIX wide mouths open for food;
Robert of Lincoln bestirs him well,
Gathering seeds for the hungry BROOD
Bob-o-link, bo6-o'-ink,
Sphinx, spank, sphinx
This new life is likely to be
Hard for a gay young fellow like me.
Chez, chez, chez.
Robert Of Lincoln at length is made
Sober with work and silent with care;
Oils his HOLIDAY garment laid
Half forgotten that merry air.
Bob-c'-link, bob-olink,
Sphinx, spank, sphinx;
Nobody knows but my mate and
Where our nest and our nestlings lie.
Chez, chee, chez.
Summer wanes; the children are grown;
Fun and frolic no more he knows
Robert of Lincoln's a humdrum cronc
O1he dies, and he sings as he goes,
Bob-o'-link, bob-o'-link,
Sphinx, spank, sphinx;
When you can pipe that merry old strain,
Robert Of Lincoln can come back again.
Chez, chez, chez.
Putnam's MdgGztn
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have more confidence in art and science than
their ancestors, whom Fulton attempted to
"humbug" with his foolish invention" But
science has achieved so much since the time of
Fulton, that any want of faith in the success of
this great enterprise would smatter of "old
fogyism;" nevertheless, in view of the fact that
the sea has way of knocking to peices some
times vessels of all sizes, and leaving no posi-
BILE way of escape for humanity, little hesta-
ton in matter of this kind is pardonable.
The engines of the Leviathan, although said
to be of $500 horse power, will in reality be
capable of being worked up to 10000 horse
power. The united strength of 10000 horses
would seem to be power enough to move a
small-sized globe; and, if not such one as ours,
at least an asteroid. 1t is confidently predict
ed that notwithstanding the great length of
this steamer, she will be enabled to pass through
the water at an average speed, in all weathers,
of fifteen knots an hour, and with a smaller
power in proportion to tonnage than ordinary
vessels now require to make ten knots. The
contract speed of most ocean mail carrying
steamers is eight knots. a ship of this huge
capacity can carry 10000 tons of coal-quite
sufficient, it is stated, for her consumption on
the outward and homeward voyages. She will
| be launched unlike any other ship-broadside
on the water, by means of hydraulic power
and early in next spring is expected to make
| trip to the United States and back in a fort
night.-BaltimOre american.
EDUCATION OF CHILDREN IN OHIO
| Mr.. n. II. Barney, State Commissioner of
| Schools, states in his annual report that the
| total amount of funds and property appropriated
to the purposes of education in Ohio, during
| the year 1854, is g., oct, 1912.
! The enumeration of youth of the school age,
as certified by the County Auditors, furnishes
an aggregate Of 6l6,408, or 4,45l more than
for 1853.
The number of schoolhouses in the State is
about 10 300, estimated to be worth 50, 704, 720
! OF these, no have been constructed during the
past year, at cost of 1916, 944,. being al
average of $45l. The amount paid to teachers
is set down at 81, 1864, 1921.
ADVANTAGE OF AN AWNING.
A little boy about five years of age was sent
10 the grocery store at the corner on some tri
fling errand, and while there his bright eye light
ed upon barrel of pippins exposed temptingly
to view Just outside Of the door. In going out, il
appears he took one, and returned to his mother
munching it.
"Where did you get that nice apple, Willie?'
inquired his mother.
dot it at the drocery," replied Willie.
"Did the man give it to your"
"No, took it."
"Why, Willie that was naughty; you SHOULD
not take apples or anything else without permits
sion"
"But nobody saw me-"
"Oh, yes, Willie, there was One who saw
you"
"Who saw me?"
"Why, God saw you"
Willie stopped moment to consider, and then
with good deal of satisfaction expressed in hi
face, replied:
"No he didn't see me; there ,oas an dionin.
Orer the door,"
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

LApYs COLLEGE.

TN presenting this notice 10 the public the subscri
Der wishes to inform them that his school will be
opened for the reception Of students on wednesday,
the % Of May next. He proposes TO give classical
education 10 all who may wish 10 favor him with their
patronage and confidence. He also will add Nor
NAL department TO qualify young ladies' Tor teaching
In the various grades Of schools in our Country from
the College down TO the common district school, In
the primary department he will admit all who are de-
sirp us ofenjoyiHg Its beBcfts.
The course OF instruction will be thorough and com
pletr, and ut the time very discriminating and
select, avoiding everything ,of an cnurely useless
dcncy is 10 give vgor and elasticity to the you'hlul
mind.
The manner Of aching will be the most approved
and Improved known In our country or Europe,gs
The pupil the full understanding Of her sub)acf WINE
ii is presented by the teacher in style cnurei new
and fascinating. , go,
His qrst aim will be to secure his pupils hcat tn
and vigorous constitution, without which all bis ef-
forts wond be useless.
Secondly, 10 establish decided and correct moral
character as ba s of all hfs hopes, as without which
supe stand the test OF tuture 'nais
and future hopes.
yidunl that kind Of practical training her natural gifts
and future prospects shall Indicate.
And fourth!y, to train the mini to practical renee
tons and useful deductions from eyery days obscr-
And lastly, TO infnse a spirit Of practical Christian
hencvolence into the mind o. every nne howsvc, eve.
Young, ny lovely and instructive princiPie from
which shall flow, as from pure and clear fountain
universal love 10 all.
NY arrangements arc on inc luoSb aHpif S'h"A
scale adapted 70 fluffy carry out the above programme
to the letter and spirit in all their variety and extent
The building, which is new and coninodious, Will
be prepared to maj all its inmates comfortable ana
happy II stands upon cminence OF easy ascen; and
surmourtcd by promenade from which scene Is
presented to view uneqraltd in our couhr! Tor rich
ness. beauty or grandeur.
II .sipcatsl Ia one oftha most hea thy and salnbri
Gus tnwns M The United States. whose advantages o.
l. cation 10 ~ proaeh are al that could De asked o.
4 sired and its business advantages second TO nont
IN the Mississippi valley. Ny arrangements foi
teachers are such that all wi be individually watched
and cared for.
Proprietor ut Davenport, Iowa. who viii b. happy ~
all times give all required information circular
aud farihef notice will be given In due TINE,
r. H.CODDlSG,
Proprietor aud Superintendent
Nh. II. CoDpisa, principal.
Mrs. NJ A. CoppiSS,
nn,nnnnrt. InMa Dec. %. lSi4 d&Mtf.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

Two Juvenile dispu'ants discussed as fol-
lows in our hearing day since;
Il tell you that God is everywhere.
"Ain't-ncither."
Il know better: my mother says So
Don't care il she does. He Amt in that
fire, pointing up at the telegraph wire)
los that amt holler."
This rather staggered his little reverence
Eora moment, but ere a moment had elapsed
triumphant smile liz up his face as he re-
Rponded:
Well, | don't care. He's all around
h"
How many skep,ic of larger growth.
Plight, out OF the mouth o! tina, sucking -
earn wisdom.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

fernando Wood, the new Mayor Of New
,N' 2 few days ago received ticket from
,use company rendering him the compli-
~ Tree ticket in their line of stages
ls.ms MS term OF Office. He mme dately
~ "'hc' the ticket with polite note in
aes're to be left entirely independent,
Co .ased by the reception of any iavors
+ d. .nose over whose interests my pub
suues may call me to act. ! have
6.m all similar offers from others, and
Ill., hi. N no manner avail myself of them
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
/. u.,n H1r-Mr. Walsh. of II. Island

HARD Hir.-Mr. Walsh, Of R. Island
.,ocests that the Treasurer Of that county
|Mr Weber, publish the annual statement
Iof his rece ipts and expenditures, as errors
- the amount of $3.50 had beeh discovered
! n hp favor the preceding year and quite
karobably similar amount in favor Of he
Ii,y would be revealed this year.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

We refer those desiring to purchase prop
-, vary low to the advertisement of DR..
rlanssen. The Doctor intends leaving the
|.;,v and will undoubtedly dispose Of his
honses and lands at bargain.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
Female Eclectic Institute.

Speaking of this institute, notice Of
,bc commencement of which will be found
In our sdvertising columns, the K. l. Adrsr-
khy says
at is something new in the line of fe-
male education, and upon glancing over the
contents Of the pamphlet, we cannot come
b any other conclusion, than that it sets
forth decided Improvement on the old sys-
lem of bringing out" the younger msm-
hers of the opposite sex. and, probably,
night be applied to some Of the older ones,
hlre,dy drought OUT to their great advan-
&ace''
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

| DEarH IRON ANXIETY. "A few day ago,
negtp boy nuned Shadrach Wilson, was
committed to Jail on charge of larceny.
H. mo,har-u very genteel dark mulatto
women--has constantly lowered around the
+ all ever since his incarceration, and has
eft nothing undone which she could do to
procure his release. She appeered perfectly
fiscensola,e in regard to him, and absolute
b hear, broken. Yesterday her fears be-
fsme so much excited concerning him, and
Der distress So great that she fell down IN
f, and instantly expired. The boy was
accused Of stealing few articles OF small
auc from gentleman's sleeping room,
Ind 10 no doubt guilty, and will probably be
Sentenced to prison for short time. The
ho,her's IDEAS of jail were greatly exag.
Eerated; some underlined horror haunted her
foul, and she supposed her son suffering
III the terrible things which vivid and ex-
tied imagination could conjure up. Her
|troag affection deserved better fate.-&.
Louis ln.e.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
Astrouomy.

.,;,,ustrated lecture il to be delivered this
..,,noa, LIE Claire Hall On the subject Of
..,.oromv. The science is beautiful one
IA illustrated by series Of transparent
n. Grams will more fully impress itself upon
,hs mind. Those having children will find
,he admission fee, l2t,s cts, a rcmunerative
investment.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

,ao. ady and gentleman quarreled in the
i as. Oh Jackson, Miss, the other day, and
h;.I e" -FOUR shots of revolver at her,
Nh, COTTON rendered harmless. She
'thfa hun down with brickbat, and
I'M, 'ys'ahdcrs then separated the beliger-
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

AccloEsT.--On Wednesday night, VIM.
faTdin, Of Louisa county, near Elackhawk,
4" driving load of hoop po.ss 70 Musca-
/ ne, snd, when arrived near McFadin u
|eispork house, his wagon upset and fell
p hun, from thu side of the levee, along
ehich .e was driving. He is now at the
|0wa House, speeches. and dying.-Mus-
ftins Jour.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

(.'n 1910 Barnum worked for four dollars
4, week, He is now worth mlio, OF
[o.'Afs Think Of these things, reader, and
\, ,accordingly.-Yantee Blade.
res, act according!y---l, sham lassly w.
[',ah money by unblushing false pretenaes
become rich. sacrifice honor; you, render,
I'y 'hen die genuine Barnum.-L olum-
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

iHl TURKEY TRADE,-A gentleman from
oes Island drove into town on Friday eve
ing with somc three hundred turkeys
!ae up OF the wild and tame vlrieties Of
F's 'avorite fowl. They went off rapidly
NE rate of $500 and $3.50 apiece
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

The venerable mother Of Capt. Aaryott'
hhe we'll known author, died near London
k.n the 18th ultimo.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

A PgEDlcrioS.-Mr. Ray of the Galena
pferso. ian predicts tina, in 1870 the State
bf Illinois will contain a population of
b 900 900, Chicago a population Of 300 600,
tnd Galenas population Of 80 ,ooo.- Chico
b Press.
Pui Davenper, down in TINT lis. at 5o,-
boo
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

TINE undersigned most respectfully returns his
L thanks IT, the citizens of fausnport aud the pub
Ia generally, for their very liberal patronage during
the past seasoH--and finding the demand OF his Gus
toners greater than be could supply he has been in
duced III large cost to enlarge his Mill, and put In
entire Engine and Machinery--so as to be en-
abled 10 furnish much larger quantity hereater;--
In addition TO which am about 10 erect q Planning
ceeded in connecting with myself Mr.. ". +. SMALL,
who will have entire management Of the Planning Mil
and devote hi. whole attention to IL from his long
perience IN this branch Of the busness--he cannot
fail to give satisfaction-and being fully prepared on
the opening Of navigation to Mi all orders in IN. line
" ill be pleased to receive share ofpublic favor.
J. NJ. CANNON.
Dee u, ls54-lw.tf
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

NJ. B. OSBORN & CO.,
LAND, STOCK And INSURANCE. BROKERS,
Rock Island, Illinois,
Attend 10 the payment Of taxes and all other matters
connected with Land Agency Ia all parts Of Illinois
and Iowa.
Orncs on Orleans street, nnar Court House.
Cheap Lands.
Tho
s w IS 60 Is / " 100 :.
situated in Cedar county. Also
Ni 5 w or sec 25 town 10 Range 81 acres
SINE ;. . 90 10 !" :" y" ~ g
MISE I. &c 4. So Z" 4 :" 80 g
san ~ . ,. 50
WISE "a ri 20" .. so
in Scott County, are offered for thirty days at great
bargains by their owner who IL determined to sell.
Apply to n. b. OSBORN co, Land Agt..
Rock isla nd Illinois,
We have also some City and Country property in
Rock Island Count! which are oGe<ed very cheap.
Jan S 1855 dwH
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
...Fifth street...

Filth Street,.
Int No. 5, Block IS, corner OF Brady and 3th;
Lot Noe, block IS, W corner Perry and 3th;
Is I" TO- do Sc, Sc do do do
Fl Lot B. do 80, West Of Harrison street, with
Frame Dwelling, Fruit Trees. etc:
Lot on 5th street, in Block o. with troe tencmcnts
re ting at $40 each per month; Price S3,0Os
Lot corner Main and eth streets, S5xl5O foot, well
located for 1885,
Lots and g. in Block "a, Of Scott and 7th sts
Lot No. 4, in bl J. Forrest and Dillons addition.-
The above Lots are all on college Hills
Lot 6, IN 81 81, corner Rock Island and 7th streets.
with small frame tenement
Lots andT in Bl 20. lie Claire and 7th SITS:
Lots 9 and 10, IN B 80, corner lie Claire and 7th
streets:
Lots o. and g. In Bl 60, corner Iowa and 7th streets,
with large new Frame DWELLING;
Lot l9lS1;6 feet deep in out Lot No %, corner Of
Perry and ,th streets;
Those Lots al have commanding vows Of tbs Mis-
sissrii River. the Twin Cities and the Islands.
For sale ty GEO l. NICHOLS.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
FAMILY GROCERY.

FAMILY GROCERY.
yNfiE subscriber has opened stock OF Groceries In
] his house o, Perry between Second aud Third SIS
which he will 10 be Of the very best quaint,
aud which ne will sell low can be purchased
elsewhere.
CIGA RS.
choice lot # Cigars just received and for sale To-"
AT Wholesale rre'aiI. ~
Davenport Dee 93d, le5I-dtf
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
...Third Street...

...Third- Street,.
Lots g. and g. in Block &c. fronting Oh 9TH street,
between Ls Claire and Farnam.
LOT8, Block IS, fronting on the River, Farnsn and
Sd streets.
Lot No g. In Book le, 4Ox150 feet. near the corner
Of Western Avenue and Sd streets. with good Frame
Dwelling, Fruit Trees, &c. For sale by
GEO. L. NICHOLS.
Fourth Street.
OTIS 9, and {. In block s6. corner Of Parnam, on
IL ly about 900 feet south Of Railroad Depot.
Lot 3, in block So, 32xl50 feet deep North side
of 4th, between Perry and X. Island street. very
desirable Lot for residence.
Lot No :, In block IS, Perry street. near 5th st
with new double Frame Dwelling Of Rooms, Cellars.
Cistern, Well, etc Would make good Boarding
House. For sale BY GEO. L. NICHOLS.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
CANNON & SIN
ME"
CHOICE FAMILY GROCERY STORE.
T AM opening an entirety ws@ stock OF
L TEAS,
WEST INDIA GOODS,
GROCERIES AND
WOODEN WARE.
NEW
Among " bieh are .he following:

Among v hieh ara The following:
Very superior Y. Hy SOFA Tea, choice do, fair do.
Very choice, frarrn. Gunpowder do extra Oolong do
Good do do, Old Gov Java Coffee common do Rio 10
Poihin'- prep'd Cocoa, Crush'd Sugar, Pnlvd do,
White, Coffee do, Brown do, Golden syrup. Sugar
House, do, y. Moiasses. various qualities Tobacco
from choicest to cheap price, Pure Saerntus Soda e.
Tartar. Nutmegs, Mace, Cloves. hole and Grind Gin
namon, Aspice and Pepper, Ginger. Pickles in gals.
and hf-gals., Peppersauce, Tomato Ketchup, Cider
Vinegar, Mustard. New Rice, Table and Dairy Salt,
Citron, Currans, New Layer Raisins, Good old do.
Seed'ess do, sJgo, Maccaroni. Vermseeili, Ord
Peaches Pared. do impaired, Pick ed TreGt, White
Fish, Mackercl, Smoked Herring. God Fish, Soap.
various kinds, Star Candies. Press'ddo, w. b. Whale
Oil, Lard do. Indigo. Fig Blue Aum Starch. s. Petre.
Copperas, Soft shelied Almonds. Pecan Nuts, Brazil
do, Fil5crts Bed Cords Clothes Lines, Brooms, Mops.
Clothes Baskets, Wash Tubs Zine Washboards. 2and
3 hoop Paiis, Brush Brooms Flour Buckets. Spice
Boxes, &c, sc, al selected expressly for Family
Use.
nT'Aii Gooas warranted as recommended
At the Brick Store, cor Main and Front streets,
(Store recently occupied by McManas q She lherd
e. NJ. HAWKES..
Davenport. Pee -. lssi-d&wtf.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
RIAL Estate AGENCY.
GEORGE L. NICHOLS,

GEORGE L. NICHOLS,
DAVkNPoKT, IOWA.
once Corner Main and Second St.. nov II
rITY LOTS AND RESIDENCES, for sails and for
~ lease.
Front Street,.
Four Lots 2fx140 feet on Front street. corner Of
Rock Island, Block No. 6x, with Store Rooms and
Warehouses; for lease 10 ~ years 1t por cont
on the value.
..-Second Street,
Lot No 3, In Block co. between Perry and X. Island
Sta, with good Brick Dwelling and baDccs,
ry desirable for family residence; $4,000.
Lot g. in Block No. 65. between X. island and lows
ss., with large Double House, part Of stone and part
ofbrck; rentsfor $50 per month"; very cheap property
ut $3.50.
Block No. 50.
nj Lot No. II. Block 60. corner lows and 81 s.s.
64x1s feet, with comfortable Dwelling. Por sale by
0EOL NICHOLS.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

A Good assortment OF rortmonais ani ladies worn
~ Case. for sale ysry low tNos lie Claire Row.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
STEAM BOILERS

OF all descriptions. on hand and made TO order.
JAlso Sheet Iron Work. viz: smoke Pipe, Br;ech
rs, &c., &c made on short noiiee-at fagie Works.
Chicago. 10
Dec. Is d W II r. w. GA les ".
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17
Crackers! Crackers!

UST received and for sale Wholesale or Retail,
y duc 10, or Boston, Soda and Butter Crackers.
Junuary LIST BURROWS d PRETTYMAN.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-01-17

UST received and for sale Wholesale or Retail,
- prime lot ofcommon brooms.
lanuary lst BURROWS & PRETTYMAN.
M'arthur Democrat. (McArthur, Vinton County, Ohio) 1853-1865, 1855-07-27
k.eRI the Voice Of IA Frue Follow =
er OF John Wesley


We publish to-day the portion of ;
letter OF Professor Longstreet, and de
sire to call the particular attention oil
our readers to 1t, as bold and manly
exposition OF the infamous and cor
ruptiDg tendencies OF Know Nothing
ism.
Professor l.. is one of the most elo.
quent aud popular divneS in the South.
western States, and has long been con.
sidered the head OF the Methods
church in that section Of the country.
He exposes with a bold and mastery
hand the awful consequences that mus
inevitably follow the success OF this
God.delying, infdel combination.
sin June last, had just heard of a
new organization in this country--se.
cret in its movements, and going undel
the head Of Know Nothings. 1t.
principles understand to be opposi.
tion to Catholics aud foreigners, to be
planned in the dark, strengthened BY
oaths, and manifested at the ballot. box
II filled me with alarm.
81 saw in it the elements of raph
expansion and awful explosion. | ex.
hibited them to the class that gradua,
ted in that month, and forewarned them
to have nothing to do with it. Had
been inspired, | could hardly have
foreshadowed its history more accurate.
ly than did. Of my prediction no.
thing remains to be fulfilled but the
outpouriDg of more blood, My fore
cast in relation to it ought to insure
respect for my judgment, in and about
Oxford at least but it is the very FORE
cast which is raising buzz ol discon-
tent against me in this vicinity now
This is the sin which brought out
against me the recondile presses which
have named above. 1t is called dab
bling in politics. but its true name is
'Unpalaiable Truth This is the sin
for which am soon perchance TO be
sacrificed. They that stoned the proph-
cts OF old are yet alive, and why sho'd
Iexpect better tate than theirs? Well,
! do not know that better use could
be made OF my old carcass than the
offering of 1t upon the altar OF this
'.dmericaD' Baal. An incense might
arise from it that would do more to
purify the Church and the State from
this modern abomination than anything
which can emanate from my poor,
frost-covered brain. The public has
now the sum total Of my political sIns,
public and private. | shall speak at
large Of the new order in an appeal to
my church at some future day, il may
be allowed 10 do so. ] am committed