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Carroll free press. [volume] (Carrollton [Ohio]) 1834-1861, 1856-10-16

Court of Common Pleas,
Carroll county, Ohio.
Carroll free press. [volume] (Carrollton [Ohio]) 1834-1861, 1856-10-16

TNsTATE OF JOHN s. RUKENBBOD.-NOtics
" hereby given that the subscriber hss been appoint
ed and qualified as administrator on the estate OF Johi
9. Rukenbrod deceased, late OF CsrrOll county.
Sent. Is. lS56-sw. CHARLES RUKENBROD
Carroll free press. [volume] (Carrollton [Ohio]) 1834-1861, 1856-10-16

cTOCKHoLDERs N0TTCE-7he Stockholders Of
Nthe O. O.. R. Company will take Notice that there
viii be an Election held at their Office In CarrOIltOn on
Saturday the lth day Of October for their Directors to
serve for one year, .
esnk IL hs "a President.
Carroll free press. [volume] (Carrollton [Ohio]) 1834-1861, 1856-10-16

Sept. Ii. 49, w. pr. fee s4SSS N' Ii. i attorney.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
I & . 6,

NO all Of our customers and friends. we would
Il once more remind them that we are daily re-
ceiving from New York very desirable Goods Hav.
ing received such liberal patronage from our Gus
toners the past year. have returned to make very
extensive additions to our stock, comprising all tn.
kinds of goods usually kept at this Store TO the
ladies IN particular would say that our assert.
ment OF fancy Silks. Nous. DeLanes, and all the
other kinds Dress Goods found in the market is very
large. We would. also, call their attention to an
Auction lot of Embroidery, some number of hundred
dollars worth, just purchased, aud we are selling
them at one half their cost to manu- acturc-and
many other Auction Goods, such as Manchester NJ.
d. LANES at ono shilling per yard. The inducements
which we shall offer to friends this spring are
many. Our facilities for getting our goods enables
us to sell them at less price than other merchants
there is no disputing this fact One of our firm
resides in New York and he makes it his particular
business to make sure of all bargains especially in
the Dry Goods line, which are offered
With many thanks to all who have SO literally
patronized our establishment the past year, We would
here say that it is intention to keep up the repu
tation of the stand it regards variety of goods
ehcapness of prices and our manner of conducting
business n. Z. A. BERRY.
wolcottville, April 18th, 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22

Coon HuMoa. in good humor. It is not
great calamities that embiter existence it is the
petty vexations the small jeaousies, the it'll. dis.
appointments. the minor mseries. that make the
heart heavy and the temper sour. Don't let them.
Anger is pure waste Of vitality; il is always
disgrsceful, except in some very rare cases, when
j. y kindled by seeing wrong done to another |;
end even thai noble rage seldom mends the matter.
Keep In good humor!
No man does his best except when he is cheer.
ful. A light heart makes nimble hands. and keeps
the mind free and alert. No misfortune ia so
great as one that sours the temper. Until cheer.
fuInsss is lost, nothing Is lost Keep in good
humor!
The company Of good humored man is per-
petual feast; he is welcomed verywhere-eycs
glisten at hds approach, and difficulties vanish in
his presence. Franklin's indomitable good hu,nor
did as much for his country in the old Congress
as Adams fire or Jefersons wisdom; he clothed
wisdom with smiles, and sof.ened contentious
minds into acquiescence Keep in good humor !!
good conscience, a sound stomach. a clean
skin. are the elements OF good hnmor. Get them,
and keep them, and-be sure to keep in good hu.
mot
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
NEW SPRING GOODS
At the "Bee,Hive"-Ho They Come Z

UST received fine assortment of fashionable
- Spring Goods Uprising French and American
plain, fancy and mou ming Muslin and Barcse De-
LANES, Silk BeraGes, silk and Moh.r Dcbiges. also.
black striped and plaid Dress Silks in rich patterns
French Brilliants, French, English and American
Prints and printed Lawns, and Mussins Ginghams,
Shirtings, Shectings Linens, Diapers, Ticks Denms.
and White Goods Of all descriptions. Also Hosiery,
Gloves, Ribbons and Egings Laces. &C., in great
varicty-and ladies' Dress Trimmings for the County
Also, Broadcloths, Cassimeres, and Ready made
Clothing. Flannels Morecns, Tweeds, Sattinets and
Thibets. Cashmere, and Silk shawfs Also. 500 pieces
Paper Hadgings, bordering. Window Curtains, Paper
and Muslins Carpetng, Oil Cloths &c. Also, 10, 600
Brick Geese Feathers, Flour. Groceries, Crockery,
Shoes Cater Boots. Rubbers SC. SC For sale cheap,
and good as represented.
Also, Agent for several Insurance Companies and
Town Agent for selling Spirituous Liquors.
S. n. BRONSON
itchfeld, April 10Th, 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
Notice Extraordinary.

a MOTHER great Revolution (bloodless as vet J
"A revolution that the great armies of Europe
never thought ola revolution not such az clothes
the ground in crimson, lays waste large tracts of
country but revolution in the Boot and Shoe
tradcthat sort of revolution which makes the heart
glad, and all the sons and daughters of A. b. and C.
leap for joy. How it he, says one IL it possible
says another, that the ingenuity of an can invent
30 many patterns of dress for the foot alone But
1t Is AMI the undersigned have spared no pains To
refit the "Od Brick i'm the ncatest manner and
filled it up to the walls with that which will tit the
foot, please the eye and draw light on the purse
To number the kinds and quality, wonld be like
numbering the sands of the SCI Suffice it to say
it is necessary to call and examine for yourselves
before you can determine what you would like. Ii
there is any who think they should like any partcu
lar kind of boot shoe; for their benefit we will
name n few of the more common kinds And firstly,
ladies' Gaitcrs, Congress side and front lace with
and without tips and foxings Glove. French English
and plain Slips. from 80 cents to 81 60 Thick and
thin sole Btiskns of n superior quality with any
quantity Of kossuth and Jenny Lind Ties Gents
thick and calf Boots-tlo Shoes do French calf
Congress Boots. together with all other kinds of
Caters, Kossuth, Oxford, and other fashionable
lies for gents full supply of infants youths
misses and boys Boots Shoes and CATERS. Ladies'
and gents lsnlhcrs, Shoes, Boots Sandals and Cos
s.mcrs, Oak and HcIulock Sole Leather, moro
Innings, bindings Nails Pegs Wax Thread Avis
and HATS shoe brushes. Paste AMI varnsh Hacking
&c The whole to conclude with great rush at
the "Old Brick where the one price and ready
pay system has done well. We respectfully invite
all to give lis call, assuring them that everything
shall bc sold at the lowest per cent possible ut No
West Main Street, Litchfcld, Conn
MEAFOY & MUNSON
First door West of Court House
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22

" URRAH for CHARIrs McNEn's! Is the talk IN
IL over town.. When you ask people where theY
can find the best assortment Of Groceries and
Provisions at the lowest prices, the answer h. -
CHARLES McNEILS, No. West Street, where from
morn till night dispensed goods in abundance. 10
the satisfaction of many customers who take grcat
pleasure in recommending their friends to come where
the finest and best goods sold at little the lowest
prices in town-where direct form head quarters he
is constantly receiving Teas Coffee, Sugars Spices
Flour SALT &c. in fact all things necessary to refresh
the inner man." thus obviating the necessity Of
spending time and travel for the wants of the culinary
department of the house.
l expect to show people that l sell at the lowest
living piices, and flattcr myself shall receive the
patronage of large share of the people of this town.
have constantly hand a large assortment Of
confectionery and fancy goods
Attached to the same is an Oyster Saloon fitted up
in good STYLE where all who want good stew can b.
accommodated at short notice. and the tastes Of the
greatest epicure may be satisfied. .s-l
The above is dream but reality; If any one ~
in doubt please call and satisfy yourself, for my
motto is to satisfy every Of the genuineness u
every thing which offer to the public.
CHARLES MCNEIL.
Litchfeld, April 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22

70 have fertile Land at cheap price and on
II easy terms, your attention is called to the
RIDGwAY FARM AND Coal COMPANY. Twenty five
acres or more in proportion. given for 500 pay
able in instruments of 81 per week 81 per month
1t is located in Elk county, Pennsylvania and has
one of the best markets for its produce in the State
The soil is rich loam aul is not to he surpassed for
farming as examination will show 1t has the best
elements of prosperity, being underlad by two rich
veins OF Coal and will shortly be intersected by four
railroads. The timber is of the most valuable kind
Title unexceptionaby good and warrantee deeds are
given 1t prese ats good and substantial opportuni-
ty to commence IA ming, providing for ones children
or making an investment. Further particulars can
be had from the pamphlets which sent to in
quirers. Letters answered promptly. Apply or ad
dress SAMUEL w CATTELL Secretary, lbs Walnut
street, north side between Fourth and Fifth streets
Philadelphia. Full information is contained in the
pamphlets.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
BOOk-Agency.

NHE subscribers have established Book Agency
u in Philadelphia, and will furnish any book or
publication at the retail price, free of postage Any
persons by forwarding the subscription prics of any
of the So magazines. such as Harpers, Godeys, Put
MANS, Grahams, Frank Leslies Fashions, &c, will
receive the magazines for one year and copy of a
splendid Autograph portrait Of either Washington,
jackson or Clay; or, If subscribing to 50 and 81
magazine, they will receive copy Of either of the
three portraits Ifsubscrbing to SO worth Of Maya
zines all three portraits will be sent gratis Music
furnished to those who may wish it.
Envelopes of every description and size, In large
small quantities furnished. Seal Presses Dies, sc.
sent to order.
Every description of Engraving on Wood executed
with neatness and dispatch. Views Of Buildings,
Newspaper Headings, Views of machinery, Book IL
ustrations, Lodge certificates, Business cards, &c
All orders sent by nail promptly attended to. Per-
sons wishing views of their buildings engraved can
send Daguerreotspe or sketch Of the building by
mail or express
Persons at distance having saleable articles would
find it to their advantage to address the subscribers
as we would act a. agents for the sale Of the same
BYRAM & PIERCE, so South Third st.
80 Philadelphia, Pa.
.. =. 1YRAM. =. MAy FIERCE.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
Corners United States Type Foundry,
Nos. 80, 81 aud 33 Beekma" Street, New York
To Printers and Publishers.

VHNHE undersigned beg to inform the Trade that
IL they have issued their New Quarto Specimen
Book of Printing Types, Bordering, 60, and that
it is now ready for delivery to their old patrons and
tn all who patronizc their Foundry. In it will be
found series of Faces. from Pearl to Plea, SUR
passing if possible their celebrated Series If Scotch Cut
Fares.
The Fancy Type Department exhibits an unsur-
passabe variety of beautiful styles, selected from
France. Germany and England.
The Scripts and Bordcrings are now for the first
time presented to the printing public and are the
productions of the best American and European
artists.
An entire series of German Faces both for
Newspaper and Job Printing of very superior STYLE
is now completed and ready for sale.
Every article necessary to perfect Printing Es-
Enlistment furnished to order
The metal from which the Type is made will he
found peculiarly adapted to the severe usage of
Machine Press Printing.
They beg to return thanks for past favors and to
solicit continuance. Their well known libc: al
manner of doing business for the past thirty years
is guarantee tn new patrons of their disposition and
ability not to allow themselves to be surpassed for
fair dealing, whether orders are hy letter or other
WISE
JAMES CONNER & SONS
60" The Type on which this paper is printed is
rom CONNER SoNs United States Type Foundry
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22

CHiLDaooD.--ln those romantic days, SO los,
now IN the past and Ia the clouds Of poetic feel
ing with which We have unfolded ihem, how east.
ly we were surprised and entertained and delight
ed A sunaower was radiant then as the san.
and blossomed almost as far above our heads. The
sorg OF bird. and the report Of pistol. excited
wonder, each in the same degree aud quality. SO
charmingly impartial our judgments We're! The
sizs Of our play house the sweetness Of our cake,
aud the glory Of sunshine that iiunined the grea,
world for us, gave equal pleasure: Then We
made friends with cats aud dogs. with trees and
clouds; and all earthly things bent over US so pro-
teeunsiy! IL we ran through fields Of grain, the
ripe ears would meet and whisper above our heads.
while we, ruthless hunters, were in full chase
ate! cricket OF grasshoprer and when we play
cd Ia clover field or moving lot. how every
blade OF scented grass and every :oand pink bios.
SON. seemed like an equal and dear friend I'LL We
wee ready 10 clasp them by armfuls to our little
eager hearts! How horrible wasps and bees were.
and what enviable heroes squirrels! and what a
mystery about all those birds, whose bodies were
winged as our heartsi Then, for esnbodiments Of
Wisdom, courage, strength. virtue. beauty, we had
mothers and graadfathers, aants and c'.asins. by
seoses- u was unquessionabiy beautiful, rs =
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22

THe MAN AND ms SHApow.-A shadow, that
like all empty things, was insutferahy vain of it's
importance, was one day excessively mortified and
indignant, at seeing certain man always walking
before IL, and getting In its way on all occasions
Many time aud oft did il mend its pace and try
10 pass him, and more than once attempt to ap-
Proach and knock him down. But somehow or
other the man always kept before the shadow, so
that u never could come near enough to accom-
rsh the object. At length it go, quite out Of pa.
aenss, and prayed Jupiter to be reveng-d on This
troublesome person. Jupiter willing to punish it's
presumption. suddenly snatched up lhe man to the
skies. aud at the same moment the shadow was
snnihilated for ever "Alas l" said the aspjripo
shadow" ] am revenged at the expense OF nv
own life! have sacrificed him to whom owed
my existence, TO pique!" Thus i, is that peo.
PIE often bring down ruin on their own heads, In
attempting to revenge themselves on others.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22

" HEN first commenced the sale of the cclc-
w DRAFTED Vermont Marble class of unprinci-
pied men said that it good for nothing but
finding that the people w hare IT, this same class OF
men are palming off New Preston Limestone and
other inferior qualities of Stone for vermot Marble
Persons i'm want of Gravestones or Monuments of
the Rutland. Vt) or italian Marble. or any other
work in my line can depend upon getting the simon
pure article, worked in the best style and at the
forrest possible rates, by coming to my establishment or
by letter. large collection Of drafts on hand
Terms CASH.
Please refer to Drs. A. s. Lewis or c. NJ. Hooker
Ltchteld; A. j. Pickett or S. NJ Ensign. South
Farms; Gen Aberncthy or Charles r. Weiton, VOL
cottvile; Messrs. Camps, Winstcd Noah Garrsey,
Northfeld-or to my work in almost every Cemetery
in Itchfeld county. s. WARREN.
Waterbury, March, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
Improved Single Machine.

nUBLIC attention is invited to an improvement
IL in making Shingles by means of machine
patented by Jonathan Bennett. by the arrangement
of the knives this machine preserves almost entire
the grain of the timber, which is great considcra-
ton in the wear of Shingles-jointinS them, and
producing near onc-third more from given quantity
of timber than he got by any other process now
used, and every shinge is perfect-without liability
to clip shorter or mar them in any way by checks
shakes, and leaving every sound as il riven.
1t has also the advantage of greater Dispatch as two
shingles produced by each descending motion of
the gate to which the knives attached and cut
ting from three to four thousand per hour Manu-
featured and sold by EBER S. PETERS, Kent, Itch
field County. Conn.
fE" Also is manufactured machine for cutting
Lath, and warranted to cut one hundred per minute
as sound as if sawed. The machines may be found
two miles west of the depot.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
Litchfleld Hat EnlpOrium.

VHNHE citizens of Litchfcld county are invited to
u call on the subscriber who keeps constantly on
hand a large assortment of II ATS and CARS of every
variety and fashion. The subscriber having made
complete arrangements with the best and most
fashionable houses in New York city for supply of
Hats and Caps, is prepared to furnish all who may
give him call with articles in his line that cannot
fail to suit and at prices cheap as they can be
bought in any place in the United States. He has
on hand silk and Fur Hats of Genin's and Knox $
manufacture also, large assortment of Fancy
Hats and Caps of every description He dcvotes his
whole attention to this particular line Of business
and hereby tenders his public Acknowledgements to
his patrons for their generous support and hunbly
asks for continuance of the same. Store in West
street, two doors west of the Court House. +.
HIRAM JACKSON.
Litehfield, March 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
New Machine Shop and Foundry
AT

ME Laurence Machine Company are now pre-
IL pared to take jobs for building, fitting up and
repairing all kinds Of machinery and miil-work,
which they have facilities for doing short notice.
and on as reasonable terms any other establish
ment.
The Foundry is one Of the best in the State. and
as they have purchased all of the patterns belonging
to the late Boyd Manufacturing Co. of Wnsted they
enabled to make castings from the patterns
at less prices than they be procured elsewhere
Experienced workmen are employed in the various
branches, and whoever may be in want OF any kind
of machine work depend upon having it done to
their satisfaction and requested to give them
call. A. j. ELWELL. Agent
Norfolk August LIST, 1856. q.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
r.. MeI.EinQan.
Matchmaker and JeVeler.
A. the Hl5 c%,,S
At the Old Stand.

III AS just received from New York fresh lot of
IA very desirable Goods Jewelry, &C., consisting
of gold and silver spectaces gold Byeastpins, finger
and ear Rings Keys, shirt studs, vest and guard
Chains, Wedding Rings-a very pure article.
full assortment of ncar-si.hted and convex spec-
tsclc glasses-wlch makes the best assortment ever
offered in this place, and will be sold at the lowest
prices. Best sterling silver made expressly for
retail Watch repairing done in the most skillful
manner no apprentices employed at watches in this
establishment. Coffin plates on hand and engraving
done at short notice; mcnding done as usual A
share of public patronage is respectfully solicited
Litchfield, March, 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
N g w 9oodsl
MISSES BRADLEY n BUELL..

HAVING just returned from New YoRK. would
take this opportunity to invite the attention Of
the ladies' Of utchfied and vicinity to large and
Choice selection Of Millinery Goods consisting a.
usual Of Straw and Silk Bonnets, Caps, Ribbons.
Flowers &C., of every variety. In addition TO our
Millinery stock can be found a fine assortment al
Fancy Goods, such as Gloves, Hosiery. Mitts. En-
broideries, Wells, Handkerchiefs, black Silks and
Trimmings for Mantillas, which will be found equal
to any and at the lowest price.
MocRxIxc Goons Of every description on hand.
and made to order ct short notice
Also, Bleaching and Pressing done by the hest Of
workmen, and we feel confident it will give salts
faction. :%@s
Thankful for the liberal patronage heretofore re-
ceived, We viii endeavor to merit its continuance
Iitchfeld April It'll, 1885,
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22

FuVHIS machine was invented and patented by
IL James H. Bennett of Bennington, Vermont,
who has devoted twenty years in perfecting Feed
Cutter combining mount of utility never before
attained This machine requires no expense of re-
pairs is eminently durable and will cut either hay
straw. eornstalks wi equal facility, and with
more ease and Dispatch than any crank or other
Feed-cutter in use An exam; !'on and trial of the
article will satisfy the most in -edulous.
All orders addressed to the undersigned win re-
ceive prompt attention. Price 81.
AARON D. WELLS of Plymouth,
Proprietor for Litchfeld County
Plymouth, Dec. 18th, 1855.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
New Establishment.
WATCHES AND JEwEIRY.

~ REMNANT has established himself at the
os Bookstore, Beckwith's building, South Street
where he will be happy to meet all who wish to
examine full assortment of iue Jewelry Silver and
Plated Spoons and Baskets, Card Receivers Gold
Pearl and Leather Port Monies and Card Cases. Segal
Gases, sory Tablets Gold and Silver Pencils and
Pens, Pen and Pocket Knives Also greater variety
of Fancy Goods than has been exhibited in this
village-all of which can he sold at much less than
usual prices.
e." Watches Clocks, and Jewelry repaired witlou.
charging full value Of the article.
c. REINHART.
Litchtied March g. 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
NJ E A T S.

HNHE subscriber has taken the old stand recently
Il occupied by Robert Merriman in South street.
where he intends to keep constantly on hand good
supply of fresh Meats. Pork, Hams &c, as good as
the best, and to be sold cheap as the cheapest
His terms cash, aud by adopting the cash system
he atters himself he will I've able to sell his Meats at
figure that will be much to the advantage of the
customer ~ himself. Persons wanting anything in
his line. by leaving their order at his store have
their Meats sent to any part Of the village free OF
extra cost. Farmers who have fat Calves, Lambs
Sheep and Bceves to SELL are invited to give me a
call If they wish to find "a cash market
WM. H. WHEELER
Litchfeld Feb. Goth, 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22

WIrry Rs3oISDrR-" Pete" a comical son O,
The Emerald Isle. who carries wood and water,
builds fires, &C., for the boys" at Hamilton Col.
iege, % as odd a specimen OF the genus Hiberni.
an as ever toddled in brogan. One Of the stu.
dents having occasion to reprove him one morning
for delinquency, asked him where he expected to
TO when he died.
Expect to go to the hot place." said Pete,
without wincing.
+" And ~hat do you suppose will be your portion
there ]" asked the Soph. soemaly.
"Oh J" growied the old fellow, as he brushed
h's ear azi'y with his Goa, tail, bring wood and
water for the boys!"
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
Notice

. hereby given to all whom it may concern that
= am the owner and controller of my own mill in
Litchfeld. near Litchfeld Station and have been
ever since the 10Th day Of February. A. D. 1871, and
make all the rules, laws and regulations of the
Mill. l charge 30 cents a hundred for all sawing
done at the mill. and all the slabs banks.
stubs, hewns shavngs and rotten STUFF left on the
mill ground and ever have and ever shall. And
furthermore give notice that all saving can be done
at the same rate and the same price unit, the LIST day
of July, 1856, after that date all saving will ls
charged 10 cents hundred and all the slabs. banks,
stubs. blocks and all waste stuf-any person taking
using or carrying away will be considered after this
date, thief, and be punished in the same way.
AL lumber ut the owners risk after sawed
ERASTUS BALDWIN
Harwinton, May 9Th 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-05-22
Dry Goods, Groceries, SC.

NHE subscribers weuld return their thanks for
- the very liberal, patronage with which their
Store has been favored IN the past-and they hope
by constant attention to the wants of the trading
public and by system of fair and honorable dealing
to retain their share of the trade Our stock Of
Goods is Large, which selling at small profits.
Our Grocery department is full and complete, and
we feel confident of our ability to satisfy all who
worth. Call and decide for yourselves before pur-
chasing elsewhere.
S. d. NORTHwAY co.
South Norfolk Mach, 1856.