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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-12-13

SUPREME CouRT OF THE UNITED SrATEs-DEo.
10 WIN Crspbe, v a., Of Pcnnsyivsnis was admit.
ted an attorney and counsellor Of this court No 10
VIM ii sey mour e. al, plsintis In error, Cyras n.
Mccormick The argument OF this cause was continued
by Messrs Bckcrscn and johnson for the defendant
in error and concluded By Mr. Edwin n Stanton for the
plaintiffs Adjourned.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-12-13

ne Turin correspondent Of the london Tins spesks Of
the recent evacuation By the Au.ans oi tso or three
mall towns in the Legations ~ dramatic deoe pu op
The aggregate or Austrian troops has suffered no dimi
mutton.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-12-13

efth1b - Daniel INN v Tom Botrd to1ncun.
commissioners u sinking Fund
The amended complaint sets forth that the pantrs are
citizens OF the State OF New York az tho
city Of Nev York Tor many pact they are
corpos OF said city that they ovners w ss ard
ppsessed OF real estate In SAID citythe said
70 The Of $40 900 and upwards, the said Ee -
he amount Of So. 900 and upwards, ssz also pc
sessed OF personal estate 10 the said city, al az vhsn
liable 10 TAXATION that they hare been for pears past
AIRED and ssseed for the sams, and have annually paid
non and assessments 70 the Corporation Of said
ny evied towards and for tbe public expense and 90
eminent thereof me sad Askerburgh during the last
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08

" URRAH for Charles McNErL'sl Is the talk an
Ii over town. When you ask people where thev
can. find the best assortment Of Groceries and
Provisions at the lowest prices the answer d. as
CHARLES McNEILS, No West Street, where from
morn till night dispensed goods In abundance Z,
the satisfaction of many customers, who take great
pleasure in recommending their friends "a come where
the finest and best goods sold at little the lowest
prices in town-whcre direct form heal quarters ha
is constantly receiving Teas, Coffee, Sugars. Spices,
Flour Sat- &c., in fact all things necessary to refresh
the inner man., thus obviating the necessity a
spending time and travel for the wants Of the culinary
department of the house.
i! expect to show people that sell at the lowest
living prices, and hatter myself shall receive the
patronage Of large share of the people of this town
have Constantly on hand large assortment Of
confectionery and fancy goods
Attached to the same is Oyster Saloon fitted cd
in good style. where all who good stew can bs
accommodated at short notice and the tastes of the
greatest epicure may be satisfied.
The above is no dream but reality; il any one il
III doubt please call and satisfy yourself for nv
motto is to satisfy every of the genuineness VI
every thing which offer to the public
CHARLES MCNEIL.
Litchfsld, April, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
Read and Reflect !

AA HEN | first commenced the sale of the C,e-
w bratcd Vermont Mmolc !. class of unprnci-
pied men said that it good ior nothing but
finding that the people ~W haoe II, this class OF
other inferior qualities If Stone for Ncr,nnt Marble
Persons in want Of Grayc5toncs or Monuments OF
the Rutland, Vt) or Ittlnn Marble. or any other
work in my line can depend upon gettin-, ticsn,on-
pure article. worked in the best stclc liri At the
!~re pcSe rates, hy coming 10 my establishment
10y letter. large collection Of drafts on hand
Terms CASH.
Please refer to Drs. A. s. Lewis or C. NJ Hooker
litchfeid A. J. Pickett or $. NJ Ensign south
Farms: Gen. ibcrI!ethy Charles X Wcltvn Vol
cottvillc; Messrs Camps, Win-'ed Noah Garnsey
Northhcld or t. my work i'll almost every Cemetery
III Litchiicld county
s. WARREN.
Waterbury, March, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08

DUBLIC attention is invited to an improvement
II 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 conSidars-
ton in the wear OF Shingles jointing them. and
producing onc-third more from given quantity
of timber than can be got by any other process now
used and every shingle is perect-without liability
to clip shorter them III any way by checks ur
shakes. and leaving every soun,ls ii riyen.
1t has also the advantage of greater isatch as tive
shingles produced by each descending motion O,
the gate to which the knives are ATTACHED and cut
ting from three to four thousand per hour Manu-
factured and sold by EBER S. PETERS, Kent, Itch
field County, Conn.
EsH Also is manufactured a machine for cutting
Iath. and warranted Ia cut hundred per minute
sound as if sawed, The machines may be found
two miles west of tue depot.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
4. & . 6.

Two all Of our customers and friends we would
II once more remind them that We are ,aily re-
ceiving from New York very desirable Goods HAY
ing received such liberal patronage from our Gus
TONERS the past year, We have returned to make very
extensive additions To our stock comprising all the
kinds OF goods usually kept at this Store To the
ladies in particular, would say that our assort-
ment Of fancy Silks, Nous. DcI4,ines, 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 and we are selling
them ut one half their cost TO manufactures
many other Auction Goods such as Manchester NJ.
D. LANES at one 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 mcrchants
there Is no dsputing this fact One of our firm
resides in New York, and he makes il his particular
business to make Of all bargains ESPECIALLY in
the Dry Goods line, which are offered
With many thanks to all who have so literally
patronzed 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
cheapness Of prices, and manner Of conductin,.
business.
n. s f. A. BERRY.
Wolcottville April 18TH 1856
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
To Those who wish Farms.

No have fertile Land at cheap price and on
easy terms, your attention is called to the
hiDGwAY FARM AND Coal COMPANY. Twenty-Five
acres or more in proportion given for $500 pay
able In instalments 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 ioam and is not to be surpassed for
farming as examination will show 1t has the best
elements of prosperity being underlaid by two rich
veins OF Coal and will shortly be intersected by four
railroads The timber is of the most valuable kind
Title nnexceptionaby good and warrantee deeds are
given. 1t presents good and substantial opportun-
~ to commence farming, providing for ones children
or making an investment. Further particulars can
be had from the pamphlets which sent to in
qnirers. Letters answered promptly. Apply or ad-
dress SAMUEL W. CATTELL, Secretary. 135 Walnut
street, north side between Fourth and Fifth streets
Philadelphia. Full information is contained in the
pamphlets.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
HOOk-AgcnrY.

VE>HE subscriber. have established Book Agcnc,
Il IN fiila.ieiphia and will furnish any book OF
publication at the retail price, free of postage An,
persons by forwarding the subscription ics Of an,
OF the So magazines. such as Harlers Goley's Put
MANS, Grahams. Frank Lcslies Fashions, &c. viii
receive the magazines for year and copy of i
splendid ithograph portrait of either Washington
jackson or Clay; or if subscribing to 81 and 81
magazine they will receive copy of either of the
three portraits. fsuiserihing to SO worth Of Maya.
zines all three portraits will lie sent gratis Music
furnished TO those who may wish it.
Envelopes of every description and sizc in large or
small quantities furnished. Seal Presses, Dies, &C.
sent to order.
Every description of Engraving on Wood executed
with neatness and dispatch. Views of buildings.
Newspaper Headings, Views of machinery Book II.
iustratons Lodge certificates. Business cards. &c
All orders sent by nail promptly attended TO- Per-
SOUS wishing views Of their buildings engraved can
send DasuerreotyIe or sketch Of the building by
mail express
Persons at distance having saleable articles would
IND 1t to their advantage to address the subscribers
as We would act agents for the sale of the same
BiRAM & PIERCE, so South Third St.
Philadelphia Pa
y A. 0ihAA' 7. MAY PIERCE.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
Litchfield Hat Emporium.

VH\HE citizens of Iitchfield county are invited to
- call on the subscriber who keeps con ,tautly on
hand large assortment of HATS and CAPS of every
variety and fashion, Tho subscriber having iaa,lc
complete arrangements with the hest 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 as cheap as they can bc
bought in amy place in the United States. He has
on hand Silk and Fun Hats of Grnins and Knox :
manufacture: also. large assortment of Fancy
Hats AMI Caps of every description He dcyotes his
whole attention 10 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-ii House
HIRAM JACKSON.
Iitchieli March 1856.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
FOR SALE.

gENdE following valuable and productive Real rs
IL tate in tine village of Litchfcld, viz:
The MANSION HoUsS and appurtenanccs. formerly
kept by the undersigned and now occupied By VIM.
IL CrosS'nan As al Hotel, and subject to lease tn
him for two and an half years, which can be bought
n and possession given by the first of May next II
desired.
The PuELrs' HousE, called formerly an Hotel,
now occupied by Rufus Smith u Boarding House
This property, situated in the center of the Coun-
tySet, is too well known to require particular de-
scription 1t is sufficient to say that there is In
the County more to be desired by Hotel or Board
ing-House Keeper.
The property will he sold low together in parts
to suit purchISers-and one-third OF the purchase
money may remain mortgage.
Ii the property is not sold by the first Of April
next it will be leased.
SYLVESTER SPENCER.
litchiicj, (Conn.l January 9TH, 1856
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
II Q w o-oodsl
MISSES BR ADADY Il BUELL..

AVlSG just returned from New Yoax, would
IL take this opportunity to invite the attention Of
the ladies OF Litchteid and vicinity to large and
choice selection Of Millinery Goods, consisting as
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 of
Fancy Goods, such Gloves, Hosiery, Mitts, En-
broideries, Wells Handkerchiefs,a black Silks and
trimmings for Mantiilas, which will be found equal
to any and at the lowest price.
MOURNING Coos of every description on hand
and made to order at short notice
Also, Bleaching and Pressing done by the best of
workinen, and We feel confident it will give salts
faction
Thankful for the liberal patronage heretofore re-
ceived, will endcavor to merit its continuance
Litchteld, April 9Th, 1856
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08

GENEROUS. A writer In the Burlington Sentinel
eays that ia one of the back towns of neghboripy
state where IL Is the custom for the district school
teacher 10 board round" the following incident
occurred. and is vouched for by high authority:
year OF two ago, an allotment being made in the
usual manner for the benefit OF the school mistress
II happened that the proportion Of one man was Just
twO days and half.
The teacher sat down to dinner on the third tay
and was beginning to eat, when the man of the
house addressed her follows
Madam, | suppose your boarding time Is out
when you have eaten half a dinner Int ~ don I
want to be mean you may cat, If you choose, aboa.
a. much Us usual"
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
To Printers and Publishers.

To Printers and Publishers.
TSNHE un iersigaed beg to inform the Trade that
IL they have issued their New Quarto Specimen
Book of Printing Types, Bordering, &c, and that
it is now ready for delivery TO their old patrons am!
to all who patroniZe their Foundry In it will be
found series of Faces tro Pearl to Plea. sur
passing, possible their celebrated SesS Of Scotch Gu
Faces
The Fancy Type Department exhibits an unsur-
pasable variety Of beautiful styles, selected from
France, Germany and England.
The Scripts and Borderings are for the first
time presented to the printing public. and 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 Is
tah'ishment furnished to ORDER.
The metal from which the Type is made will he
found peculiarly adapted to the severe usage OF
Machine l'r,ss Printing.
They h1g to return thanks for past favors and to
solicit continuance. Their Well known libcr,.
manner % dung business for the past thirty wears.
is guarantee to new patrons Of their disposition and
ability not to allow themselves 10 he surpassed for
fair dealing, whether orders by letter Or other
Wise.
JAMES CONNER & SONS.
IS" The Type which this paper is printed il
from CONNER Sons United States Type Foundry.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
psddv ana the. watchers.

A Few morths since. son Of Erin, about eight
o'clock called at country inn IN Pennsylvania, and
demanded lodging o. the night Il was evident r. m
his appearance ani actious that he and liquor had
been quite Jolly conpnnions during the dy-and the
rather s. freely hat dsy' himself '''' A"a '''
an give yoa q light and tell You where the
room h. yOa can find the place yourself, said the
"och, and It's meself that can do that most lille
gzntly. just show me the way, and Ill find IL an
easy 8 the Holy Virgin showers down blessings upon
the sinful rejoincd the Irishman.
HE directions were given him and also q candle
he was directed TO go to a the second floor.
by the time he reached the top Of the stairs his light
had become extinguisbed. and he had forgotten in
which direction he had to 60 Seeing rays Of light
Issuing from ROOM the door OF which stood slightly
sjar, he rcconnoitered the inside Of the room, and
found il to contain a bed in which lay man, and a
stand with small lighted Lamp upon it, Feeling
dlsincned TO make any further search Tor the room
TO which he had been directed, he Invested himself
u his clothing and quietly Crept into bed He had
lain but a few minutes when young gentleman and
lady entered the room. Paddy watched them closely.
They seated themselves chairs In close proximity
TO each other and after chatting merriiy for short
time, the young man threw bis arms around her
waist In q very cousinly manner, and imprinted q
kiss upon her tempting lips. There was wtchery
In it which demanded repetition The scene amused
the Irishman vastly and being free from seshness,
he concluded that his slesping companion should be
tfto vi
He accordingly nudgcd him. but his companion stir
red not. He pu. his hand rpon him and found he
was tightly locked in the embrace Of death. With
hssdisoovcry he bounded out Of bed cxclaiming,
'Murther! murther Howy Saints Of Heaven
protect met
He had hardly touched the floor with his feet be-
fore the young lady and gentleman making raj
I'd strides towards the stairway terror being depicted
on their counienances. They had just reached the
top Of the stairs when the Irishman dashing
along though the iends of Erebus were after tie
prey, and the whole three went tunbiing down stairs
and IL is hard determine which o the three reached
the bottom of the stairs frst.&Ihe Landlord stood
aghast as the Irishman rushed into the bar room
with nothing between him and nudity but the single
neither garment the hair upon his hcad standing Up
on end his cyeballs starting from their sockets and
he gsping for breath. 1t was a sight that would
have made a man laugh that had worn vinegar
face from the day of his birth. Nothing could IL
duce him to seek q bed again that night When the
young lady and gentleman found that il WIS not the
rpse that had bounded out of the bed they r,t rn-
Cd 20 the room tthcy being watchers for the night
and doubtless resumed their Conversation at the po
where it hal been suddenly broken Off
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
Dry Goods, Groceries. sc.

.yUVHE subscribers wculd return their thanks for
i 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 systeno of fair and honorable dealing
to retain their share of the trade Our stock of new
Goods is iyye. which selling at small profits
Our Grocery department is full and complete, and
we feel confident of our ability to satisfy all who
purchase ct US that they receive their money S
worth. Call and decide for yourselves before pur-
chasing elsewhere.
-. S. D, NoRTHWAY S co.
South NurfoIk Ma,,,h 1S;S
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
NEW SPRING GOODS
At the Bee Hive"-TIo Theu coua,,

UST received a fine assortment of fashionable
q Spring Goods comprising French and American
plain, fancy and mourning Muslin and B,rece Ne.
LANES, Silk Rr.ges. Silk and Mohsir Dcbaiges, also
bnck striped and plaid Dress Silks in rich patterns
French Brilliants, French, English and American
Prints and printed Lawns and Muslins, Ginghams
shirtings, Sheotings Linens, Diapers, Ticks. Den:ms
and White Goosls Of all descriptions. Also, Hosiery,
Gloves, Ribbons and Elgines, Iaces &C., in grea.
variety ladies Dress Trimmings for the County
Also, Broadcloths. Cassimeres. and Ready made
Clothing Flannels, Moreens. Tweets, Sattincts and
Ihibots, Cashmere aud silk Shawls Also, 500 pieces
Paper Hadgings, Bordering. Window Curtains, Paper
and Muslins Carpeting, Oil Cloths &c. Also, 10 900
Brick, Geese Feathers, Flour Groceries. Crockcry,
Shoes Cater Boots Ruhbers, &c SC. For sale cheap,
and as good represented.
Also, Agent for several Insurance Companies and
Town Agent for selling spirituous Liquors
S. n. BRONSON.
Itchfeli, April 10th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08
~ .NurUeloiss Rs NseHy,

BY the aid Of a microscope, mlons Of liuls
openings on the surface ~ our bode. Trough these
ihs Ointment, when ri ed on the skim carried 10
any organ or lHwlrd part Diseases OF he Kidneys,
disorders ot the Liver atpctons ui the Heart, ln.
Elimination Of the i.nngs Ashmas, Coughs aud Colds,
are 10y IT'S means eHtciualy cured. EyeII housewife
knows that self passes freely tlr ueh bone Of
any Thickness. his hcaihR On,m-ni FAR readily
prnetates through any bone heshy part OF the living
body, curing the most dangerous inward complains
that cannot be reached by other means.
Erysipeias, Salt khcu,n aud Scorbutic Humers.
No remedy has ever do"e much for the cure of
diseases OF the Skin whatever iim ih.y mny nssums,
as thl. Ointment. No case Of Salt Kheunl. Scbrvy,
Sore Heads Scrola Fry peIas, can long withstand
its influence. The inventor has Travelled over many
paris OF the globe visiting the principal hospitals, DIS
pehsing ms Ointment, giving advice as to its sppca
,ion and has thu heel the means Of restoring count.
less numb. RS 10 health.
Sore Legs, Sore breasts, Wounds and Ulcers.
Some OF the scientific surgeons now rely solely
onthe use OF tis wonderful Onne nt ha vine 10
cope with the worst cases Of sorrs wounds Ulcers.
ganduar sweiinLs, aud :ninors. Professor Holloway
mas by command OF the Al he'd Governments. dispatch.
Cd to io hospitals u lie East, 10 shipments 81 this
ntmeni to be used under The DIR, crion Of the Med.
ga, etah IN The worst cases Of w.nnds II will cure
any ucer ganduar swelling. s'ifin So or contraction
OIL The joints, even oi 20 years standing.
Piles and FIstuias.
These and other similar distressing complaints esa
be ef1ectCa'ly cured il the Ointment be well rhhbsd
over the affected. and bv ohr rwse following ths
Both de Ointment and Pis sioad Be used IN he S.l.
toring cases.
Bunions. LunbaRo, Burns.
Mercurial Eruptons, Chapped Hands. Piies,
Chlblains, Rheumatism, Fistulse.
Salt Rheum, Cou4, Skin lGseases.
Sare Legs. swellad Glands, Sore fireasts
Stiff Joints, Sme Heads, Ulcers,
Sore Threats, Venereal Sores. Sores nf all kisAs
Wounds OF all kin q, sprains, scaids
';,d at The of Professor Ho, ,o,v.,
80 Maiden Lane, New York, and 244 Strand, i.crds.'
and BY all respectable Druggists nd Dealers 10 WsE
cine throughout the United States, and the civilized
world " pots, at 70 CENTS g. I2 cents, and 81 eaeA
larger szes.
N Directions f"r The guidance of patients in ever
disorder are affixed toeacA pot.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08

VUST received large and complete assortment
- OF Boots and Shoes. adapted 10 tie season
such as Ladies black and tan colored Caters, from 81
10 So Ladies fine hid slippers, Opera Ties. &c.
Gentlemens French Calf Boots. Quick Congress
Gairers, Oxford Ties We'stcrs Ties Brogans. Boots,
Haymakegs shoes, etc alsc Kip and Calf Boots Tor
men and boys. Carpetins and WebbnS do.-ail of
which viii he sold for cash at less prices than can be
found elsewhere in the county. Persons having a
little ready money about their clothes are respectfully
invited to cab and examine quality and prices
All kinds OF work made to order at short notice.
and at the very lowest prices for cash
Oak and Hemiock sole Leather for sale As usual
SAMUEL CLOCK
Iitchfcld Feb 1856
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08

IL M II.
r "a CASKS HADSE1L'S LIME, just received
y ~ and for sale low, by
WoODING LEWIS.
Wolcottyille March Slst, 1856,
DAPER HANouSGs-An unusua,,v ,.r,.
a and attractive stock of the above goods this
day opening at the Granite Store wolcottville.
WOODING b LEWIS
CARPETS AND OH CLoTHs.-A new II,
Just received. consisting of Tapestry, Inyrains.
Half Wool, &c With Druggets Mats, Mattinrs. Sc
Oil Cloths ~ aud "a wide.
WOODING l. LEWIS
lLAcK silks of the same very superior
H. bisnd as those heretofore sold BY us Also.
Striped SILKS, De Laines, Shalleys. SC
WO0DING / LEWIS.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1856-05-08

RELIGION that messenger Of heaven, dwclls not n
cells or cois,ers, but goes faith among men, not to
irown upoa their happiness, but to do them g ol--
she Is familiar AMI cheerful ut the tables an fire.
ses Ut the happy she is intimate in the dwellings,
oi poverty and sorrow she encourages the innocent
smiles Of youth, and kndles glow of sincerity ON
the venerable front of age she Is found at the bed
site o the sick, when the attendants have ceased TO
labor, and the heart is almost still she is seen at
the house OF mourning, pointing to the house not
made with hands she will not retire SO long as there
evil that can BIZ prevented, kindness that can be
given aad II Is not Till the last duty il done that she
hastens away and raises her altar ia the wilderness
% that she may not bc seen by men,