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Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
Improved shingle Machine.

DUBLIC attention is invited to an improvement IT 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 timher which is great considsra ton in the wear of Shingles-iointing them, and producing near onc-thrd more from given quantity of timber than can be got hy any other process now used and every shingie is peect-without liability to clip shorter them in any way by checks or shakcs. and leaving every as sound as if riven
 It has also the advantage of greater dispatch as two shingles produced by each desccnding motion Of the gate to which the knives are attached, and cut ting from three to four thousand per hour Manu- factaaIed and sold hy FIBER s. PETERS, Kent, Htch- field County. Conn V
 e8 Also. is manufactured machine for cutting IAfh, and warranted to cut one hundred per minute as scund 6 if sawed. The machines may be found two miles west of the depot,
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
IN E w G O o ID s '-~' AT THE GRANITE STORE.

vE HE subscribers would inform the public that N they have commenced filling up with New Goods for the Spring Trade; having commenced our purchases early, shall continue to replensh our Stock often, and shall always intend to keep com plete assortment of all the leading styles of Goods they appear in the market Among the goods just received can be found beautiful assortment of the latest styles De Lanes, also, an endless variety of Calico, Prints, Ginghams &c., Sc. Black Silks of the best manufacture. Bleached and brown sheetings, fine birds eye linens, Irish linens, damark table linens, napkins, diapers, huckabucks, towelings Sc. French counterpanes, and general assortment of all kinds Housekeeping Goods.
 Goodsfor Gents and Boys wear, such as Broadcloths Cassmeres, Satinets, Tweeds, Jeans, &c.
 Also, Carpets, Ol-eloths, Druggets, &c., Hats and caps hardware and crockery also large stock of Groceries. All of the above goods and many others which we have not time or space to enumerate, can be found at this store on the most reasonable terms for cash or exchange
 WOODING & LEWIS,
 a Granite Store. Wolcottville March 3d. 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
Litchfield Hat Emporium.

FESHE citizens of Litchfeld county are invited to U call on the subscriber, who keeps constantly on hand large assortment of HATS and CATS of every variety and fashion. The subscriber having made complete arrangements with the best and most fashionable houses in New York city for a 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 s manufacture also, a large assortment of Fancy Hats and Caps of every description. He devotes his whole attention to this particular line of business and hereby tenders his public acknowledgements to his patrons for their generous support. and humbly asks for continuance of the same Store in West Street, two doors west of the Court House.
 HIRAM JACKSON. Litchfeld, March, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
John M. Atwood.

No. 14S Chatham Strea, (cornr MsIbery,) Nau York, INVITES attention to his Large Assortment of II Watches, Jewelry, Silver Ware, and Fancy Articles.
 Gold Bracelets, Pins, Ear Rings, Chatclain. Vest and Fob-chains, Gold Necklaces Crosses, Lockets, Rings, Spectacles, Pencils, Seals, Medals, Keys, Charms, &c.
 Cameo and Mosaic Bracelets, Pins and Ear Rings
 Silver Tea Sets, Cups Pitchers, Spoons, Napkin Rings, Forks, Fruit and Butter Knives
 Silver Plated Tea Sets Cups, Castors Cake Baskets, Urns Teakettles, Card Baskets s&c.
 For sale eteap for cash and warranted represented
 Particular attention given to repairing and ad- justing Duplex, Chronometer andfne Lever Watches
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
NE " ( Q ops!
 For spring of 1S56, at McNiel & Braman'S,

OAd StAna 0f F. ID. McNaci. TESHE subscribers respectfully announce to the II people of Itchfeld and neghboring towns, that they are now opening large assortment of New Goods for the Spring Trade and prepared to offer decided bargains in all description of foreign and do- mestic Dry Goods among which may be found
 Ladies Dress Goods of all kinds Plain, Plaid and Striped Dress Silks, Black Silks of the best makes, Bombazines Alapac- cas, Muslin Delanes, Barage Delaines, ali Wool do Lawns, Muslins, French Jacconetts Mohair Debeiges Ginghams. Prints, &c.
 Shawls, Black Silk Velvets for Capes Embroideries Edgings. Linen Haadkerchiefs, Swiss Mulls, Cambric Skirts &c-, also large stock of domestic Sheetings Heached and unbleached Shirtngs Ticks, Stripes and Jeans.
 Also, Carpets. ol Cloths, and Paper Hangings of the latest styles and patterns.
 Cloths. Cassimeres and Vestings, comprising the choicest of French English and German manu- factures.
 In their Grocery Department may be found full stock of Teas Coees Spices, Sugars Molasses, Flour, Meal Fish, and all articles for family use at reduc- tion from the recent high prices.
 Also Crochery and Glassware, A very large and complete assortment of new fashionable Boote White Iron Stone China full setts Ironside's Stone Ware &c, Glass Lamps Candlesticks, Spoon Holders, Fruit Dishes, TumbleTs, &c.
 Wooden-Ware, Tubs Fails 2c. IS Those in want of goods in our line will find it to their advantage to give call before supplying themselves-as our stock is complete in all its branches and greater bargains will be offered than ever before known All goods bought at this estab- lishment warranted to be what they represented Goods delivered to any part of the village.
 F. D. MCNEIL.
 WM H. BRAMAN Etckfeld, Ma; ch 18th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

PEsERvrx0 Cur FLOWERS. hear constantly of new contrivances for preserving and reviring cut fowefs and of approved methods hut the tried plan II fresh water daily with slice from the sta ks at each change of water, remains quite satisfactory still Flower stems however, shosld always be cut will not draw up the water if they are bruised and laccrated and partly closed Two or three drops of eamphor in every ounce of milk warm water, will often restore faded flowers as 1t does faintinr Der son. Valuable boquets should be shaded during the night, say all the authorities and they should be cut early in the morning before the dew is qui dried oil tho, and lau loosely in baskets or trayse to avoid crushing the stcms and carefully covered The German florists send their specimens to exhibi- tions in this manner Maine Farmer '
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
R. Merrinoan WatchIllalkc and Jewel, }
At the Old elt.-a,

HU AS .jass received from New York fresh lot of HI very desirable Goods, Jewelry, &c., consisting of gold and silver spectacles, gold Breastpins finger and Rings, Keys, shirt studs, vest and guard Chains, Wedding Rings "a very pure article.
 full assortment of near-sighted and convex spec tacle gasses-which 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 skiIlful manner no apprentices employed at watches in this establishment. Coffin plates hand and engraving done at short notice; mending done as usual. A share of public patronage is respectfully solicited
 Litchfeld, March, 1656
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
Your Attention

ITS respectfully called to the various kinds of Like II nesses taken by the undersigned Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes and Photographs, which for cearness, softness of tone, and truthfullness likeness are second to none. The Daguerreotype, which has stood the test for seventeen years, is too well known to needcommcnt Ambrotypes are positive picture taken directly on glass-make a very fine likeness and arc becoming very popular. Photographs arc first taken on glass, then reproduced paper, these surpass the finest steel engraving. Persons wishing to procure like of themselves friends do no better than to call at and not defer. Charges moderate and satisfaction guaranteed
 J. L. JUDD,
 No. 2 South street. Litchfield June 2i 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
.s .znrcefosss Renedy.
a0LIoWAX's 0IM TAIE MT.
The c rand External Remedy.

By the aid of microscope, millions Of little openings on the surface o' bodies. Through these this on,men, when rubbed on the skin. csrred to any organ inv. I'd part. Diseases of the Kidnsys, disorders 0t the Liver, affections o the Heart, Inc iammaion of the Lungs, As hmas. Coughs and Colds, knows that ss passes freely through bone or mea, of any thickness This healing Ointment fer more readily through any bone aeshy part Of the living body, curing the most dangerous inward complaints that cannot be reached by other means. Erysipeias, Salt Rheuna aud seorbutic Humcws. No remedy has ever done much for the cure of diseases of the Skin whatever form they may assume. Sore Heads scroua or Erys pelss can long wi.hssnd its influence The inventor has iraveled over many parts oi the globe visiting the principal hospitals, dis pensing this Ointment, giving advice ne 10 iis srpca- ii0n and has thus been the means of restoring count less numbers to health.
 sore Legs, Sore Breasts, Wounds and uicers.
 Some Of the most scientific surgeons now rely eoely the of ths wonderful Ointment when h vrne t copc with the worst ofr sores wounds ulcers. glanduinr s~eliin.s and amors. Professor Holloway has, by conmand of the Allied Cover nnente dispatc- ed to the hospitals of the East iares shipments s this Ointment to he used under the drecion of the Medi- cal Staf. in the wors, cases of wounds. IL will cure any ulcer. giandular swelling, stiffness or contraction of the joints, even of 20 years standing.
 Piles and Fissuias.
 These and other similar distressine complaints can be ef-cInay cared if the Ointment be well rubbed over ,he pars affected and by otherwise following the BoM the Ointment and Ps skonid 5e used in the oi.
 towihg eases.
 Bnnions. Lnmbsgo. Burns, . Mercursf Erupiions, Chapped Hands, Piles,
 fhiibains, Rheumat atisul. Fistuiss. Salt Rheum, Cont, Skin Disesses. S"re Legs, SwelIrd Glands Sotf 9ressls Stiff Joints. Sore HeaSs, Clcefs. k' Sure Throafs. yenereaI sores- S0fce nf fIkinds Wounds oi all kin ss. Sprains, ScaIdS. Tg :.
 .. Shdat ,he Mannlaclor of Professor HoY1owav 90 Maiden Lsne, New York, and "A Ssrsnd. London and bv all respecfahle peaets aud neoels 10 Msdi- cine throuehoa' tho Unlssd ssssss. and she eivzea world n pois, stzo eenses 0z IA censs and O esck . Gr There is . considerable sssine by. tskiaa lbe larger sizea. sFf = 4,s- s "
 N 3. Drsetionsor he guidance of pasienis ia everv disorder are affixed to Cd oh pot. - IVY
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

N~x Noun or MAxuEAcrrzue lnoE AkD ozzz1-- IT. T<5os 4imes speaks of interest excited among N i-n ,snnfacturess by the discovery of Mr Beas- ssS.~r hv vv6ich he takes the crude Iron mfecsiy S,~r th .dinary blast furnace, and n fne in1emDy .St ss~ of thirty minutes converts 1t into ingots ss ilsfie iron q steel of any size, and if adapt W st - e 1s the materisl purposes to which they are - He thus dispenses with all the inter- s:< .raoeeses to which recourse has been had 10 ns fha game effect within the last 70 years in-
 i M < fhc making iron into pigs, and the refining, s.,d,s md squeexng stages, with all their attend
 t ishor md fuel Atmospheric air is the prime el- s..rsf in providing this resnlt The carbon of the e~sfls irufi It white heat, s brought in contact
 Sth fbe atmospheric air, and the oxygen of the air
 sbniug xith the carbon, rapidly produces carbenic a<fd m. Tho rapid union of scarbon and oxygen, adds still further to the tempefature of the metal while the diminished quantity of carbon present al- lows apart of the oxygen to combine with the iron which undergUcs combustion and is converted into su oxide At the excessive temperature that the metal has now acquired the ozfde e soon ss for- ei undergoes fusfon, and forms powerful solvent of fhose earthly bases that are associated with tho iron. Tho violent ebullition going on mixes most intimately the scoria and metal every part of which is thus brought ip contact with the fluid ox ide which washes and cleanses the metal most thor oughiy from tho Hiica and other earthly bases that arc combined with the crude iron while the suIphur and other volatile matters which cling % tenacious ly to iron at ordinary temperatures are driven l the sulphur combining with the oxygen and formino sulphurous acid gas Experiments have been con, ducted before iron pagters and men of science in London, and they prOnounced 1t emincntly satisfac tory, and discovery of great importance
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
The Fourth Of July, Re 1t Wet or Drv,


 uST received at the ' BEE-HIvE," another lot of eD Dress Goods and Trimmings. including Silks and Barreges of various styles an colors white and printed Lawns, Cambrics, Muslins and Brilliants, embroidered Muslin Collars, un Ter Handkerchiefs, underSleeves, Edgings and Insertngs large assort- ment Also Ribbons and Dress Trimmings-an enormous stock, including Fringes and NJ. Antique Ribbons of all descriptions; also, Gloves Hosiery, Mitts and Fans in all their varieties and styles also Shawls, Scarfs Linen Collars and fine Shirts of all sizes and of the best quality made expressly for my own sale and warranted to please. Linen and cot. Shirt Bosoms, stitched and woven Also, Over-alls and Over-shrts white and brown Linens, Denims, Cotton-Stripes, &c, Ticks, Shirtihgs, Sheetings, Prints, &c., Paper Hangings and Drapery. Muslins- a variety. 6,000 Bricks Cruckery and Glass Ware, and 4,000 feet Pine and Hemlock Boards Also, Flour and Groceries, including PURE WINES and LIouoRs Ladies and Misses Boots, Shoes, &c., Sc, cheap for cash, work or produce
 Please to call and sec them-and then you'll buy of course.
 N. B. Shirts given out as usual. Also, "Insurance assured. s. N BRONSON. Litchfeld, July 2d. 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
Socistas de fnascis msnd;s fcrendis.
 The Furnishing Store, No. lO6 CHAPMAN STREET, CORNER or PEARL STREET,

No. IO6 CHAPMAN STREET, CORNER or PEARL STREET,
 NEW YORK, EMBRACES an extensive and complete assort-
 z ment of the latest importations and best mann factures ol Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods equal in material make texture, durability and style to any Stock ever oered in this at prices which cannot fail to secure the attention of close cash buyers. Consisting of
 SHIRTSEWith linen bosoms, collars and wrist bands of the best and finest qualities. and new and choice styles.
 CALICO SHIRTS-Tho latest and most attractive patterns
 UNDERSHIRTS and DRAWERS-O Wool, Meri- no Cashmere Silk and Cotton, of desirable and du- rable qualities-and the Tevot Wool Undergarments, so highly approved by Physicians. Also the Shaker Shirts and Drawers
 CRAvATS-Superior quality and beautiful styles, and full assortment of Stocks, Collars, Neckties, Gloves, Scarfs, and Muf1ers of the richest kinds.
 SUSPENDERS-An almost endless variety. inciu- ding the finest and most durable.
 POCKET THANDKERCHIEFS-Sil and Cotton plain and printed-an unrivalled assortment.
 HALF HOSE75Wool and cotton. of the best tex. ture selected expressly for retail trade.
 MORNING ROBES and GOWNS-Elegant Pat terms, excellent material, and of the best make
 This Stock comprises all grades, from the lowest to the richest, that can be produced-and having every facility for importing and manufacturing not exceeded by any other establishment in the United States buyers therefore, will consult their interest by examining the goods which sold at the lowest possible cash prices.
 fS Goods promptly delivered at all the Railroad Depots Steamboas &c., and in any part of the city without charge
 60 Shirts made to order by experienced hands, ir superior style at short notice, warranted to ft Nc Machine work done in this establishment. 1y2(
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

SWIM AND rHKm vALUx.-The number of hogs in the States of Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky at this time is estimated by the editor of the Ohio Farmer at 10, 94S33 which at s3 head fair av- craze yalne of the stock amounts to $85 82O, ,O02. If fit and sold in New York city, they would average 9l0 head. l09 438. $40. The pork interest of the whole country is almost beyond belief it's magnitude isso great, The census report of stock owned by farmers in 10A9 gave the number of hogs in the United states at oyor thirty millions. It is more than fifty per cent greater now, anu the average value s ct least three dollars-say one hundred and fifty millions of dollars invested in stock hogs.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

Ian IASsY AND ITS VALUE s--M de Mororues m. no9nses that this plant dried is excellent sheep food Sna snas rns1 ucsh It makes capital litter fsr domes tic animals. It's peculiar balsamic odor most eectn. aiiy drives sway fcas. A lap-dog sleeping on bed M hesh Iansy is immediatejy freed from these ver. min. Y should u renewed when the leaves nre ?Slss dry This seems . better application of the the plant than following the example of onr rrana niothsSs and making 1t into cakes. e~''N
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

PmxAxxxr LIQurD GLuE-A good fluid glue. ready Ut all times for instant use, without any preliminary preparation, k one of the most useful articles of stock with which the workshop can be furnished. d.- 10 make such glue, all that is necessary is to melt three pounds of glue in quart of water, and then drop in gradually small quantity of nitric acid When this ingredient is added the mixture is to be removed from tho fire and allowed to cool Glue SO prepared has been kept in an open bottle for two years, and still ready for use on the instant
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

GREAr SALE OF BREEDING Erocx.- R. R. Alexander Esq, of Woodford county Kentucky, said to be the most extensive breeder ef fine stock in the United States and who imported largely from England for the purpose had his second sale on the rd inst when 20 bulls and IS heifers were sold-the former for aggregate of s6 64O and the latter for 6s5- averaging S281 ,84 each. In addition to the cattle
 there were 8I sheep sold bucks and ewes pure breed southdowns and Cotswolds, which brought $s5l-- an average of S27 46 One ofthe bulls brought s8O5
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
Out Of Season and in season.

OuI o8 6eason and In Seaaon
 have just returned from Marka with we'll selected stock of Esw GooDs, consisting of . few very Ple!1y style Spvy DeLane Calcoes of entirely new designs and patterns, heavy brown sheetincs and shirtngs bleached shirtings and linens, with good assortment of housekeeping Goods, which Iofer at low prices for cash or exchange
 A. c. BRADFORD, Wosoazri1s.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

TB HE Waterbury Marble Manufactory is removed u from Scoville st., to few rods south of the Railroad Depot, where be found the best stock of Marble in the State; Monuments Gmvestones and every article in my line of Marble Granite or Free than ever was before offered in this vicinity
 s. WARREN. Waterbury, July 18th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
Twcnty-Third Annual Report
 OF rHs LitChleld Mutual Fire Insurance Co.

Litchleld Mutual Fire Insurance Co.
 Litchseid, Jsiy ', is56 By cash reed for ms on poic,es ,h's ear s5sls ss To cash paid for 'sses aud expenses z41s 49 Increase oi cash p''sl during the year., 2,I6e ss no.s amt ct cash rec tor ms ssSosS Sss ss % m q. Whole an', pad tor lossesSnd ex's 2su2s sa . z. Cash now on hand, f2U72 3l-3S,0W 61 which may be collected II required, 2,6o9l ~ Aud cash un hand, ls,Utz u Making Capital Stock of Go. at this time, sss66s 7s Anouat ot property new insured. S2.3ezoA There is no, at hs time any claims asains, the cos all pu,d 10 this date.
 The D,rerors oi th,s Company are confident that the plan rf Insurance adopted by them will meet with hearty respo"se from al intelligent friends of mutuai Insurance.
 This Company insure only in this State, end take ne risks Mls Goods Stores, shops etc. os in exposeo village ci'y property, hut coifine ther business entirely |" iarm property and soated buildings ana thet conten,soi which than S20O0 will be insured on risk. a.s af Th,s Company will adjust all clams with promp,ness arise between the partes all such difference will he adjusted by indifferent, persons m the County, each party selecting "ne and in case they do noi agree, third person shall he chosen. aud the award of aH, sr any two of them. shall be ina and conclusive.
 A reward oi sl00 will be paid by this Company 10 any ho will give such information as wiil convict any person of setting fire 10 any building insured by this Company.
 Officers of the Company.
 J G. BrcKwrru, President; GKo. Q. woopaurr. Treasurer; JASON WaIrISs, Secretary; SBEbpoS OSBORN, oi Harwin,on, General Agent.
 Direciors-J c. Bcckwith, Jnson Whiting. Seth D. Beers A. S Lewis, Sheld"n Osborn, Abiah Cstlin, Charles Adams, RobbIns Ba,,el, Stephen Tro~ bridge. Local Agsnts:-Leman W. Cutler, waerown D B Brinsmade, Washington; Henry s. Ssniord, New Milford Rufus Fuller, Jr, Kent; Richard Smith, sharon Frederick Kellogg, Cornwall Joseph l. Gay lord G"shon.; Wm. M. Barrali, Canaan; i'cnad J. Warner, salisbury; s. D. Norhway and John Dewcll, Norfolk Henry Jones. New Hartford; GsorR. ID. Wadhams, Harrington; Lewis Smith, Hurwinton Jrl,, C. An,h.er, BetlLem John Aberneihy and CeorRe D. Forest, Woodhurv David c. Whiulesey. New Preston; Reuben Rock we'll Colebrook John Iinsdaie W'nsted= s. Y. St John, New Canann; E. TalImadae, Plymcuth 9o- Persons wishing to get their buildings incurred apply to either of ihe Agents 10 the Secretary.
 J. c. BECKWITH, President. JASON WHITING, Secretary.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
Trials.

Strength is the gift of trial Human hearts Are pnrged in fearful baptisms. and the soul Gathers Its proudest trophies on the field Of its storn strife with peril On the couch 0f sipthfn ease life yields its majesty.
 Virtues are shrunk and withercd hy the glare Of earth's perpetual sunshine, and the grace And beauty which attend the worldly great And prosperous. seem likes statute's form Polished ss Life, but chill as icy Death.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
NEW GOODS.

N I :" GooDSs n nLEAcaED GooDs-A complete assort- .1 ment comprising every width and quality, for sale by A. G RRAnEoEi, Wolcottville, April 8th, 1856. DOPLIN5. Berages, Berage DeIaines, Muslin De
 Lines, Alapaccas, Prints, and all kinds of Dress Goods for sale by IA. c. BRADFORD Wolcottville, April Sth, 1856 HTE GooDsan Drapery, Muslins of all de- scnptaons, LAces, black Lace Wells, Swiss and Cambric Edgings Iusertings. Under.Sleeyes Chem isettes, Sc, for sale very cheap by
 A. c. BRADFORD. Woicottville. April 9th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

DRIEB TosAToEs.-Take ripe tomatoes suald them m soe usual way, and strip of the skin and mash and squeeze through seive; then stew the pulp slowly 90 a to evaporate much as possible without burning spread 1t platter and dry it in slow oven or hot sun When wanted for use you have onlv tosoak 1t soft cook few minutes. and serve it up you would tomatoes stewed fresh from tho garden.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02

:. e8 An amusing incident occurred a few days since. A certain lady hnd been much annoyed by the ringing of her oorbell by the mischevons boys m the vicinity. and determined to De made no more forenoon her minister called to see her. dressed in his spruccst manner he ascended the steps, and se " drew the boll handle, when tho lady shouted from tho entry
 neck ps VI "''s 'o1' 1. Inc saitghted gentleman immediately rushed acMn tne steps through man crowd of young soamps, and has not been seen sinoe.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-10-02
Henry w. Adams & Co.'S

IS the best place to buy Sugar. Molasses, Teas, Coffecs, Spices, &c., &c., 20 bbls. refined, pulverizcd, granulated and crust Sugars hhds. Port Rico Sugars, aso hhds. choice Porti Rico Molasses, the best we have ever offered, price 60 cents per gallon.
 HENRY ". ADAMS & CO Litch6eld. May 2lst 1856.