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Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1856-02-20
Tur GREAr REApEn CASE DEoIpEp-We

The GREAT REAPER CASE DEcIDED-We
cut the following from late number OF the
Rockford Register The case is one of great
interest to community, and especially to the
agriculturist.
Messrs Nanny & Co., have received a tele
graphic despatch from Washington, dated
the 10th, announcing that the great Reaper
trial between McCormic and Nanny before
Judge Mclean, of the United States SUI
preme Court, has been decided in Mr. Manny's
favor on all the points involved in the suit
Our citizens and the many personal friends
of Mr. M. will be gratifed at this result. The
case was one of the most important ever
tried in the country, and attracted considera-
BILE attention. The case was said to have
been one of the best prepared patent trials
ever had in the West. The court rooms
were filled with maps models and machinery
illustrating the principles.
The decision, if we are correctly inform
ed, is to the effect that improvements upon
patent is no Infringement. Such decis-
ion, just and reasonable as it is will be salts
factory to all as rendering the inventive
genius of our country entirely free from the
hampers sought to be put upon it. Had a
contrary rule of law prevailed, the march Of
improvement would have been materially
retarded, producing corresponding effect
upon the advancement of our industrial in
terests. We say, then, that this decision
will be hailed with satisfaction by all.
Since the above was put in type, we have
received statement of the points decided by
the court. McCormic IS to pay all COSTS
His boast that he was lord of the harvest
is a piece of brag at which McCormic is an
adept, for though not the only bragadocio in
the world, he is "a chiel amang them az
The points decided are:
lst That Manny's Machine does not in
fringe any of McCormic's patents.
2nd. That the divider and reel post used
in Manny's machine is not the same in form
OF principle as the improvements patented by
McCormic in 1915, and are no Infringement
thereof
Sd. That the ,forker's stand or position
on Manny's machine is not identically or sub
stantially like the raker's stand or seat, pa
tented by McCormic in in 1S47, but differ
ent in form and principle, and is, therefore, no
Infringement.
4th. That the stand or position for the
forker who discharges the grain from Mannys
Machineis new and useful improvement, in
vented and patented by John III. Nanny, and
therefore an independent invention separate
and distinct from McCormic's.
The injunction was refused, and the validi-
tyof Mannys patent affirmed
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

and more especially as shown in removing
" Americans (by designation) and conserv-
atives in principle, from office, and placing
foreigners and ultraists in their places; as
shown in trucking subservency to the
stronger, and an insolent and cowardly bra
vadO toward the weaker powers as shown
in re-opening sectional agitation, by the re-
peal of the Missouri compromise; as shown
in granting to unnaturalizad foreigners the
right to suffrage in Kansas and Nebraska
as shown in its vascilatng course on the
Kansas and Nebraska question as shown in
the removal of Judge Bronson from the col
lectorship of New York upon false and un-
tenable grounds; as shown in the corrup-
tionS which pervade some OF the departments
of the governments as shown in disgracing
meri ritorious naval officers through prejudice
or caprice as shown in the laundering mis-
management of our foreign relations.
II. Therefore, to remedy existing evils and
prevent the disastrous consequences other
wise resulting therefrom, we would build up
the American party upon the principles
herein before stated, eschewing all sectional
questions, and uniting upon those purely ma
tional, and admitting into said party all
American citizens. (referred to in the Sd, 4th
and 5th sections,) who openly avow the
principles and opinions heretofore expressed,
and who will subscribe their names to this
platform. Provided, nevertheless, that a
ajority of those members present at any
meeting of a local council where an appli-
cant applies for membership in the American
party may, for any reason by them deemed
sufficient, deny admission to such applicant.
Is. A free and and open discussion of all
political principles mbraced in our platform.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

DOAD NOTICE.---The viewers and surveyor
IL will meet at the house of G.. W. Caswell, or
the 22d day of April 1856 to alter and re-establisl
the river road from Perrysburg to Oregon. as fol-
lows: Commencing at the south east corner of river
tract No 49, thence running on the east line of riv
er tracts No. 7S and 70 10 the bank OF the Maumee
river; thence along the bank of said river to the
county line. Nonresident land owners in said Sec
tions will take notice accordingly.
March g. 1855 6--43w4
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$500 pounds.
557 years.

A Western New York paper says:-"Nei-
ther Cayuga nor Seneca Lake has yet surren-
dered to the ice, but remain with their dark
blue open water, like islands in an ocean of
snow-their colors the deeper, from their frin-
ges of white. Last winter Seneca Lake was
frozen over so hard, at the lower end, that
horse races Were had upon it. 1t is a remark
able sheet of water, and only freezes once in
century.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

It's said that the value of taxable property
of California deprecated in 1885 to the enor
nous extent Of upwards of eighteen and a
quarter millions of dollars. The San Fran
cisco Herald attributes it to the natural re
action from an overwrought and unnatural
trade. in which extravagant values were at
tached 10 property.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

SOMETHING OF A FAMlLY.-A correspond
ent of the Urbana Citizen writes from Bour-
bon county, Ky, about family, as follows
The old gentleman is a native of Mary
land, and is now in his 10th year; was
brought to the state of Kentucky when quite
young, and has raised his family in the above
county, consisting of six sons and three
daughters In the following table you have
the height, weight, and entire ages of the
whole family.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

1t is understood that after some discussion
the republican members, by a large MAORI
ty, voted that it was expedient to hold an ad-
journed session of the legislature next win
ter O. S. Jour. Feb. 2Sth
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70 2,30l
Computed strength Of father
and sons, $500 pounds.
Entire ages, 557 years.
The family are all living except the young
est daughter, are all wealthy, and of the first
families of Kentucky. | must add, that sew
eral of the grand children are over 81 feet,
and still growing.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

The U. S. senate has confirmed Judge Ly-
man Trumbull. of ILL.,, whose seat in that
body was contested.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

Democrats elected mayor and majority oi
council in Chicago.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

The reason that tOm-cats are so musical
is because they are all fddle-strngs inside.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08
Attachment.

Attachment.
George Lasky against William Applemsn,
Before G f. Guyer Justice of the Peace, of Weston
township. Wood county, Ohio,
ON the 9th day of February, 1856, said justice
~ issued an order of attachment in the above ac-
ton for the of seventy dollars and six
and for costs. GEORGE LASKY.
Gilead, Feb. 8, 1956--43w3*
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

T OST OR STOLEN, between the oath and
IL 2Sth of February PORT MONNIE, con-
tanning dollar hill and IS cents in silver; al
so, two notes on Peter Craker--one for S72, given
the 9th and the other for $7S, given the 10Th day
ef May 1855, due year from date, with indorse-
ments on the latter of $25 and $32. ANY one find
ing the same, will obge the owner by returning it
to me- or leaving it with Mr.. Cranker.
ELLEN N. KIMBALL,
Perrysburg, March 9, l8j6.--43w3
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1856-03-08

William Reither against Jacob Reither, admins
traitor of Peter Reither, ct at.
DY virtue of an order of sale from the court of
ID common pleas of Wood county, shall expose
to public sale at the court house in Perrysburg on
the 8th day of April, 1856, between the hours
of and four clock p. NJ. of said day, the fol-
lowing described property to wit: The south half
of the south quarter of section fifteen in town.
ship north of range IL east and the north west
Or of the south west or. of section 2 in township
and range last aforesaid, all in Wood county, Ohio
Land last above described to be sold subject to n
dover estate. Said lands be sold bv virtue of an
order of sale obtained foreclosure of mortgage
in favor of plaintiff. w. l.. COOK,
j. II. REID, Pltffs Atty. Shift Wood Co., o.
March 8, IS56.--43w5S237
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Sale of Real EStnte.

DURSUANT to order of the probate court OF
l. Carroll county, Ohio, will offer for sale at pub
lie vendue, on Thursday, the 18th day of April A. d.
1885, at II o'clock noon, of said day. at the door Of
the court house in Perrysburg, Wood county, Ohio,
the following real estate, situate in Wood county.
Ohio, as the property of Anderson r. Dempster,
deceased, to wit The south west quarter of section
nineteen G9,) in township three (3 north of range
ten 10) in the district of lands subject to sale at
Bucyrus Ohio, containing 162 acres, more or less.
Terms of sale, one-thrd in hand, and the residue
of the purchase money in two equal, annual install!
ments, with interest, secured by mortgage on the
premises Attt ndance given by
JOHN L. HUNT, Administrator of
March 8, 1S56--43w5S2.37 A. X. Dempster.
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THE PERRYSBURG JOURNAL.

The St. Louis Republican, Feb 2lst, says:
"A large number of passengers arrived i'll
this city from Jefferson, yesterday, on the Pa
ciic Railway. They left Jefferson City about
half-past nine, and arrived little after six
P, M. They stopped some time at the Gas
conade bridge, waiting for the train to jeff
erson. There was no accident of any kind.
The citizens of Eastport, Miss, upon re-
ceipt of the news that Hon. A. Rust, of Ark,
had whipped Mr.. Greeley, of the Tribune,
held a meeting and resolved to procure gold
medal and send it to Mr.. Rust. The medal,
with this inscription, Presented to Hon. A.
Rust, M. c.. from Arkansas, by his friends
of Eastport, Mississippi;" and on the revers-
ed side, "Hjt him again was got the next
day and forwarded to that gentleman at Wash
ington. There's chivalry for you.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
SOFTLY FALLS THE RAIN.


Softly, softly falls the rain,
The 'rees stretch up their arms Of green;
The very grass is upward springing;
The birds in concert singing
A welcome to the weltring sheen
Thrilling in notes Of joy again,
A blessing on the summer rain.
The hot, dry earth all silentl lies,
And opens wide her russet vest,
The precious draught in rapture drinking,
AS drop by drop the shower is sinking
Like jewels on her swarthy breast!
And lifts her blessing to the skies,
Like faith in holy ecstacies.
Each little flower lifts up its head,
A star amid the spangled grass,
No more beneath the hot wind fainting,
But fresh again from Natures painting,
To catch the showers that lightly pass
Breathing from petals scared and dead,
Incense by love and beauty fed.
The wrathful winds are laid TO sleep,
The shallow brook no longer grieves,
But pauses in its downward flowing,
To sing beneath yon trees, ere going,
A little drain to dewy leaves
And Nature in that hush so deep,
Smiles while the skies above her weep.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
An Italian "FIea Show"

The following extract is from the Flor
ence correspondent Of the Newark Daily
Advertiser, Who but an Italian would
ever have thought of such thing?
"Learned bears, learned monkeys, and
learned pigs are exhibited in other coun-
triss-learned taeas here? Who would be-
lieve this who has not seen for himself a
tiny chariot of cobweb wire drawn nimbly
over three foot race course by team Of
these spry insects, while another of them
holds the reins--composed of gold thread
as fine as the finest hair-h he driving four
in hand, and the insect coursers trottng as
methodically along as if it had never been in
their nature to jump! An Irishman would
say that the hardest part of the OF feas must
be TO catch them. This is done by means
of gum, where they find themselves all at
once in the condition of the two men stuck
fast in the mud Here the almost invisible
wire is passed through holes pierced in the
insects shell, which may be seen by mag
nifying glass. resembling that of turtle,
and is what makes it so hard to kill. Some
time and training are necessary, as may be
supposed, to break its prancing gait into a
sober trOt; but time and patience can accom-
plish almost everything, and after a while
the little erratic animals go very well in
harness, and the cOschman holds steadfastly
the ribbons. Not, however, until well
bribed with blood, which the keeper lets
them draw from his own veins, feeding
them, as the opening part Of the perform
ance, on his brawny arm; for SO tame are
they as to bite in the presence of numerous
spectators, nor is this wonderful, consider
ing that they are among the domestic ami
mails of Italy. The exhibition has as much
sense, and more marvel in it, than the best
monkey shOwi it has, moreover, a wise US
age, that of teaching the stranger, smarting
and fidgetting under the visitation OF the
same tormenting insect, that it may serve
purposes besides that of exercising tho pa
tience.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
VALUABLE FARM
ToT. sale or Eent,

Er THAT well known Farm on the State
G5& Roads leading from ST. Louis to st. Joseph
~ and Hannibal to the latter place, about
four miles East of Keytesvile, Charlton Coun-
ty, Mo-, formerly owned and occupied by the
late James Herryford.
The subscriber being desirous of leaving Mis-
souri, for mildcr climate, will sell low for cash,
or will give time on one half of the purchase mo-
ney. This Farm is so ell known that it is only
necessary to say to strangers coming to the coun-
try that it is one Of the best Stock Farms, and
for richness Of SOIL is unsurpassed by any in the
country; no better can probably be found in the
country, and as to its locality for doing any pub
lie businessno better can probably be found in the
State.
The farm consists of 25S Acres; 1870 under cul-
tivation, newly fenced There are three good
Wells, besides plenty of stock water Possession
given Immediately. ,..
For further particulars, call on the undersigned,
on the premises. or address him by letter, at
Ksytesvslle, Mo. WILLIAM RUSSELL.
March 6, 1S56-tf.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14

ia few years since, Col. Colt went to
Hartford, Conn.,, penniless. The citizens
enabled him to raise $4,000 capital, and
he began the manufacture Of his rsvolvers
since so celebrated throughout the country
His establishment has supported hundreds
of employees, he has expended 81 ,OOo. 900
in beautilying and improving the city, and
he is to-day worth probably So, 100000 A
good return for that $25, 900 investment.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
Jbe 6lasgotu Gimes,

aSB- Single copies Of THE TIMrs, put up IN
wrappers, can always be had at the Office at FIVE
cents copy.
legitimate business. Other advertisements will be
charged at regular rates.
CSE- No charge for inserting deaths, but fifty
cents per square will be charged for obituary no.
tices-to be paid in advance.
lSY- The charge for marriage notices is left e
the bridegroom, and win be acknowledged in III
paper. ..-.
EBr Where editorial notice Of advertisement
is requested. it will be given and charged for.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
SMITHS HOTEL,
GL4SGOW, Mo.

UI~HSUUW, HU.
GHf The undersigned has opened large and
Eiu commodious Hotel between Second and
Third, and Market and Howard streets, in this
city. His house is new, and fitted up in the very
best style, and has ample facilities for first class
hotel. He has spared no pains in making his
rooms elegant and comfortable. His table will at
all times be furnished in manner TO crafty the
utmost reasonable wishes of his guests. The sit
uation of his houseis one of the most pleasant and
healthy in this city.
There is good livery stable close at hand.
where stock will be well attended to. The public
are respectfully invited to give him call.
ap9 VIM N. SMITH.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14

IReligion is the tie that connects man
with his Creator, and holds him to his
throne. II that tie is sundered or broken,
he floats away, a worthless atom in the uni
verse, its proper attraction all gone, its des-
tiny thwarted, and its whole future nothing
but darkness, desolation and death.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14

Ea.Mhich are ,hs most indus1rions lst.

Which are the most industrious let
ters?--the Bees. Which are the most ex-
tensiye letters?-ths Seas. Which are the
most fond Of comfort?--the Ease. Which
are the most egosistieal?- rs. Which
are the longest letters?--the Els. Which
are the noisy letters?--the Obs. Which
are the greatest bores?-the Teas. Which
are the sensible letters?--the Wise,
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
CHEAP GiiOCERIES.

CHEAP GROCERIES!
WTE are now receiving fresh supply of
w choice Family Groceries, and will sell
them for Cash or Produce, cheaper than
they can be bought in any town on the Missouri
river. If you have any doubts call and see for
yourselves. Among our large assortment NAV
be found
% hhds strictly prime N o Sugar
80 bags Rio and 10 old Gov Java Coffee
30 bbls whskey
200 bags ground alum Salt
80 do B do
20 bxs English and 30 w R Cheese
II bxs Pine Apple do
10 bXs Raisins; do Figs
80 Kits No l and 2 Mackerel
bbls do do do
20 4 and do do
AZ doz Brooms; 20 bags Shot; kegs Lead
so bags cotton yarn; 20 bales batting
20 bales candle wick; 2 brown domestic
boxes Oranges; Lemons
100 kegs Wheeling Nails
so doz buckets, bowls, trays, indigo, madder,
and in short everything usually kept in the west.
Call and examine before purchasing
WANTED,
$4,000 pounds good Bacon, Hides, Tallow,
Beeswax, and produce in general.
apl0 THOMSON, LEWIS g. co.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14

M-The Art Of printing was denounced
by priests as magic, and doubtless they fore
saw that it was this magic that would de-
stroy their own divine neeronancy, which
enabled them so well to lay the human in
tsllect under enthantment.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
Keep out Of Bad Company A Voice
from the Scaffold.

from the Scaffold.
William S. Kelly was hung at Sscra-
mento, June 26th, for the murder Of Daniel
C. How. The following, written by him,
and handed to the Rev. Mr.. Shuck as his
"dying Words" convey fearful warning
to young men, who, disregarding parental
advice and the good habits of their early
years, permit themselves to keep the
company Of the vicious and the idle:
"As only few hours will elspse ere
pass from time 10 eternity, in accordance
with the inexorable fiat Of human laws, one
word Of friendly counsel offer 10 the living.
A confession, as such, would be a useless
working. ! an a young man, of parentage
carefully religious, and of the highest res
pectability and while never took the life
Of human being, my counsel is to you, oh !!
young men and maidens avoid bad company
The mingling in vile associations, the listen
ing to advice Of wicked men, and the
keeping of bad company, in opposition to my
early religious training, the counsels oil my
father and mother, and the voice Of con.
science, have brought my early career to its
present ignominious end.
From my first imprisonment in thi, city,
| have endeavored to follow the instructions
Of my spiritual guide. l have bitterly re.
pented of the past, have sought divine
forgiveness, have constantly read the Bible,
and prayed; and now, with a fixed trust in
the merits alone of the merciful, forgiving
and ascended Son of God, | meet without
fear my ignoble fate. And, just on eternity's
awful brink, | lift ray voice for the last time,
and say aloud to young men, avoid bad
company, and follow the advice and example
Of the Sabbath keeper aud Church -goer."
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
Shirley House,
EAVETTE. MO.

THE undersigned has opened public house in
j. Fayette, Mo-, on the south-e asst corner of the
Public Square, where boarders and travellers
shall receiue every necessary attention.
In connection with this house entire new stabling
and carriage house has been built, which will be
attended by the most careful and experienced hos
tiers and conveyances will be furnished to any Of
the neighboring places.
Jan. 10. JAS. A. SHIRLEY.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14

IL When does young lady wish to
win more than seven beaux at once !?
When she tries to taseinate (fas,en eighty
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
SURGICAL AND MECHANICAL
DENTISTRY

y ~ II 4 IfI n Y N II i
GE, HAS located in Glasgow, with the
~ u intention to remain permanently. He
1IIIIJ has practIced in Lexington, Mo-, and
the adjoining counties, for the last six years, and
given satnfaction to his employers. Having fine
supply of mater al, he fatters himself he can
please all who may favor him with call. A share
of the patronage OF this community, and the sur
rounding counties, is respectfully solicited. All
dental operations performed in the neates and best
style.
Have your teeth plugged in an early stage Of
decay, and it will preserve them, permanently
Sensitive teeth plugged without pain.
Ladies waited on at their residences, in town or
country, if required.
Refers to his old patrons; Drs. Hassell and Pee
bles, Lexington, and DIR. Williams, Brunswick
lBsO Office over Taylor anu Whites Drug Store.
April II 1856.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14

u Who can read the following lines
without an image" Of the past fitting
before his vision2
How often is our path
Crossed by some being whose bright spirit sheds
A passing gladness o'er it, but whose course
Leads down another current never more
To blend with ours Yet far within our souIs.
Amidst the rushing of the busy world,
Dwells many secret thought, which fingers still
Around that imagep'
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
Randolph House.
Insurance..

YTNHE attention Of the Ladies is most respectful
j. ly invited to my large stock of Dress Goods,
Mantillas, Grape and Silk Shawls, Bonnets, Trim
mngs, Gloves, Mitts, Collars, Sleeves, Chemi-
zettes, &C., &c. F. A. SAVAGE.
Glasgow, May 1, 1856.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14

IS We find the following in en- exchanges
paper. "Oh for the goOd old times" Of
l7l3!
BREvITY.-The following is the annual
message of the governor of New Jersey in
l7la' and the reply Of the Legislature to the
same. They are sound on the score of
brevity;
"GESTLEmES-I am heartily GLAD to meet
you here after SO long an absence, and be-
lieve you are not sorry TO meet me in so
good company"
REILLY.
"YoUR ExcELLENcY-It is with the
greatest satisfaction We meet your excellen-
cy in such good company now, and hope We
shall be favored with it often"
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-08-14
NOTICE.
aents Furnisfing Goods.

ILoTHs, Black and Fancy Cassmeres, ,Tweeds,
u Linen drillings, shirts collars, drawers, gloves,
bandkerchiefs and cravats. A handsome stock Of
tbs above goods, for sale low.
SPOTSWoOD g. KIRBBRIDE.
April I'll 1856.