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The Diamond state., 1857-02-06
MAs@SNAAMANNs.
THE TEXAS MAJ0Rs
OR HOW
Jim Wills got to Newt Orleans

IL has not been many years since
the late James Wills, of Baltimore,
one of the greatest comedians Of his
time, fourished in the Western cities.
In fact, we believe towards the close
of his career, he made St. Louis his
home. The New York Sunday Couri-
er tells the following good story in
which Wills acted hero =
- About the time the Texas excite
ment ran so high in the United States,
Jim Wills was in Pittsburg, in that
situation so common to play-actors-
d" fat understanding on the wharf,
with his solemn visage expanded,
planning how he could get down the
river without money, when he heard
the drum and fife. He saw half-uni-
form soldier about embarking for New
Orleans, bearing a Texan banner. A
thonght struck him. Next day he
sent his trunk on board the first boat
to start, and just as the captain tapp'
ed the bell for the last time Wills
stepped on board, dragged his trunk
into an unoccupied state-room, and
took from his theatrical wardrobe 9
soldiers coat, with buff breast ant
three rows of buttons, chapeau with
an immense plume, red sash, and {
pair of false whiskers. By the tim,
the boat had got fairly underway jim
was fully equipped, with his stage
sword hanging gracefully by his side
Drawing on his gloves, he hesitated I
. moment. But relying on his peculia
power, he opened the door into tn
i cabin, which was filled with passen
Igers. In a moment all eyes wer
turned towards him, but he walked :
the bar and took a glass of brandy
and-water. In the meantime, all wa
confusion and hustle to find out VIII
/. the officer was. A general rush wa
made for the register, but he had nc
!, yet put bis name down; the cspai
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

COULDN'T Go oN.-An abrupt blum
der is related--in Tom Moor's Diary
about John Kemble, performing one
night at some country theatre one oi
his favorite parts, and being interrup
ted from time to time by the squalline
of a child in ne.of the galleriea--unti
at length, angered by his rival per
formance, he strobe with solemn step
to the front of the stage, and address
ing the audiance in his most tragi'
tone, said:-
"Ladies and gentlemen, unless tn
play is stopped, the child cannot pos
sibly go on!"
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9a91MN.
From tho Baltimore Clipper.l
NV Heart is Sad and Lone, Mary
nr rrsLr JOHNSON.

My heart is sad and lone, Mary
And teais are falling fast;
As backward to the scenes of yore
My vision now is cast;
They come like vain and shadowy dreams
Within a troubled sleepi-
And as they pass before my view
turn aside--to weep.
Sad memories now are thronging, Mary
Upon my breaking heart;
And causing bitter, burning tears
Unto my eyes to starti
find painful are the thoughts that rise
Like billows in my breast;
Whilst on my knees forvent pray
To be like thee-at rest.
My soul can ne'er forget, Mary
t Our childhood's happy hours;
When love lay sleeping in our hearts
Like dew in folded flowers;
When bliss divine was all our own
And hope was not dreams
When future joys were mirror'd on
Life's ever running stream.
But death grew jealous Of our bliss,
And his grasp on the laid
And claimed the as his own, TO grace
The chambers of the grave;
We laid thee down in silence, Mary,
ntl.o oolJ ,o..L t.or haI.
And placed with pure and holy hands
"A marble at thy head.
My heart in its despair, Mary,
rs fell the falling sod;
Gave way to words of bitterness
And cursed aloud its God;
But better thoughts upon me rush'd,
And as knst in prayer,
SHY gentle spirit softly came
TO smooth my brow Of care.
The Spring once more has given place
To Summers gentle showers;
And Winter with its chilling blasts
Has withered up its flowers;
Yet seasons and its changing scenes
Have now no joys for me;
Since thou art dead--for 'er'rJ joy
Was conferred, love, in thee.
But though my heart is sad, Mary.
And ev'ry joy has fed;
Though all my hopes and dreams Of blisi
Are buried with the dead;
| Yet still unto my weary soul
This blessed hope is giveni
That can come to thee, my love,
.9nd live with thee in Heaven.
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| was coHSultcu, uut Nv nhS" A6'
At length, however, feeling a little
curiosity himself, he walked up to Jim'
bowed politely to him, and said :
"Sir."
"sir to you,' said Jim, touching
his chapeau.
"Will you do me the favor to reg
lister your name, so that | can provide
state-room for you?'
"Oh, with pleasure said jim,
and walking up to the register he hou-
rished, in round text, sc. P. Edwards,
Major, Texas Army"
The crowd pressed around the table
they read the name-universal en-
thusiasm prevailed, and three tremen-
tluous cheers were given for "Texas
and Liberty! Jim took off his cha
peau, acknowledged the compliment
with graceful bow and a patriotic
remark. 1t is almost needless to say
that from that moment the sot disant
major was lion. Every one sought
his acquaintance; the ladies opened
the cabin-doors to get peep at him
and at night was made as drunk as
Bacchus on champagne. Next day he
was promenading the hurricane-deck,
linked arm-in-arm with the captain
and warm-hearted southerner.
"Major,' said the southerner, 4
know you have been on a mission to
collect arms, ammunition and recuits,
but on this subject you may, OF course,
be mum, in consequence of the treaty
between the United States and Mexi-
co. For my part, could see all the
rascals hung like a dog on the trees !
Whatever my business may have
been, I find 1 have exhausted my
means in the cause; in fact, l fear |
shall not be able to pay my passage
until / get to New Orleans.
"Don't mention it, said the cap.
tain. al couM notashink for mo-
ment of taking anything from you.
81 have it, exclaimed the scuther.
ner follow me-.
The trio adjourned to the clerk {
Office, where stirring appeal for aid
to Texas was written. The southern
gentleman carried it among the pass
engers, and collected $3.50, which was
handed over to Wills. AT night a sup
per was given, at which speeches were
made and toasts we're drank.
The cabin was decorated with the
!. star spangled banner, entwined witt
flag of the lone star, made by the la
dies out of white and red 'oh-no-we
> never-mention- ems for the occasion
> At twelve they commenced singing
y songs, and at length the Major wa
called upon to favor tn company will
one. He complied by singing his ia
vorite song, Billy Barlow.
'Bravo!' said one. Excellent!
said another.
Il could do it better, said Jim, Wit
:, was fast verging into the fourth stag
of intoxication, :" if had my prope
, togs on After giving their fain
> huzzas for Texas, the party broke up
Next morning the clerk went int
4 Wills state-room to call him to break
fast, when he found the Major ha
turned in all standing, with boots
4 chapeau, and sword on, his feet snug
. ly laid on the pillow. He Was a Tex
# as Major, and, of course, no faul
J. was found.
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06
Drugs, Medicines, Paints, Oils &c
A. n. HAZARD & co.,

(SucceAs0rs to Moyer Halard,J
NO. I71 M.RRRETST PHILADELPHIA.
Importers, Manufdeiursrs & Wholssah Dealers
Nm DRUGS, MEDICINES, PAINTS, OILS,
A Glass, Dye Stufs, Perfumery, Spices, &c
They invite the attention ofCountry Merchants
to their large and well selected stock of Drugs
and Medicines Having many years practical
experience in the business, they can, with con
idonce, defy competition; both in regard to
quality and price Of their articles Particular
attention paid to packing.
Resy- All articles guaranteed to turn out ms
represented All orders addressed to them will
be promptly attended to [aug Sm
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

A.LocK OF HAIR.-Of all the keep
sakes, memories, rolics-.-most dearly,
deyotedlyis cherished the lock of hair
and, OH! when the head has long moul.
dred in the dust how, spiritually seems
the undying glossiness of the remain
ingl All else go to nothing, save and
except that soft, smooth, FURNISHED ant
glorious fragment Of the soft apparel
ing that once hung in clouds and sun
shine over an angles brow.
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

Bag- The attention of transgressor
is invited to the following piece o
psalmody-
1--WE had dream the other night,
When all was calm and still
We dreamed we saw a host of folks
Pay up their Printers bill!i
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

GooD AND BAD SIeNs.-It's good
sign to see a man doing an act of char
ty to his fellows; it's ia bad sign to hear
him beasting of it.
It's good sign to see the color Of
health in a mans face; it's bad sign
to see it all concentrated in his nose
It'su-good sign to see an honest mai
wearing old clothes; it's bad sig
to see themtilling holes in his windows
It's a good sign to see woman dress
ed with taste and neatnees; it's a ba'
sign to see her husband sued for hcl
feathers and foolery, gcmsand jewelry
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06
Jos. W. GEORGE,
GOOD ADVISE.

no you want to buy your Clothing sheap,
IL call at Ellermann's Fashionable Clothing
Hall on Walnut St., near q S Watson and Co.'S
store. There arc the Bargains TO be had.
"THAT'S So"
pARENTs and GUARDIANS should take
A notice that Elerman, on Walnut st., near
ly opposite Tumlin's Hotel, has larger stock
Of Boys Clothing on hand now than he ever
had before, and selling them at most astonish-
ing low prices.
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a GREAT QUESTION SETTLED

The People have Decided that
AT THOS. ]. & AK. u. LEWIS
Wholesale and Retail Cheap Store,
Opposite Tumlins Hotel, Milford, Del
Is the Place for Bargains
WYE have just received our New GOODS,
w for the FILL AND WINTER trade. to
which VIC invite the attention OF purchasers
Our stock consists Of large variety Of
RICH DRESS GOODS,
For Ladies' from IA cent Printsto splendid
silks, Mcrinos, Cashmiors, Chntzes, &c.
Also large stock oil cloth B, black and
fancy Cassimj res, Vestings, Cravats, and ev-
erythiLg necessary to compose
TIE OUTER GENTLEMAN,
With a lss go assortment of
BOOTS AND SH0ES,
For Men, Misses, Ladies and children. Also
carpet, Oil Cloth Hats, Caps, Hardware, Get
t.s;.se. a fresh supply Of Groceries aud FRO,
kziets Visions OF the best quality just rece cd
VSaTsEI If you want cheap goods just bring
your money or produce with you, and you shal
not go empty away, We can sell, for cash
at 20 per cs below all others, country pro
duee Of all kinds taken in exchange,
We havo convenient yard, where our coun
try friends can leave their horses and carriage
in safety, Try our 10 Coffee, only y ~ ct
per lb mol T and LEWIS,
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

n@-A sailor looking serious in a
lapel in Boston, was asked by min
ster if he felt any changer
sEot a cent, said Jack.
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06
Sold Exclusively by Subscription.
II l S I 0 RY
OF THE
American Privateers,

A Nd LETTERS OF MARQUE,
IN During our War with England, in
the the years 1912, '18, Il. Inteyspeps,d with
several Naval Battles between American and
British ships-of War. BY GEORGE COGGE-
SHALL, author of Voyages to various parts
Of the World" " In one handsome octave VOL
ume, printed on fine paper, with large type, OF
about 500 pages. Illustrated with six spirited
Illustrations.
Bonnd in cloth, 50. Cloth gilt $3.50.
CHARLES T EVANS, P,lblishT's agent s2l
Broadlsay, N,u York.
lJ-Agents are wanted to canvass for thi'
work, also for several ether works that are
having large sale. Liberal commissions will
be given. Address G. 7. Evans, box 1858, N
Y. Pest Office. [may2
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06


BA. Hoop petticoats were lntroduc-
ed into England in the reign of Queen
Anne! They constituted part Of the
female court dress, until abolished by
George the Fourth. Aprons we're part
of the dress of a fashionable. lady dur
ing the early part Of the last centu-
ry. In 1744 they reached tho ground.
muffs and black mantuas we're also in
fashion. n watch adorned the waist,
a jewelled necklace sparkled on the
bosom, and bracelets were worn over
the long gioses.aaiPawasr- the hpis
was worn SO late as 1898, when it was
discarded by Queen Charlottee and hei
daughters. Ladies wore white silk
stockings, even in mourning, ms late as
the year 1778. After then, black
silk stockings came into fashion
Shirt collars and the round hat ap
peared Immediately after the greai
French Revolution.
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06


PEARLS OF PRAYER.-"Our father
Thou knowest that through the week
We 90 down into valleys of care and
shadow. Grant that our Sabbaths may
be hills Of light and joy in Thy pres
ence; and 50. as time rolls by, may we
go on from lnountain-top to mountain
top, till at last we catch the glory Of
the gate, and enter in, to go no more
out for ever"
GAS prisoners in castles look out Of
their grated windows at the smiling
landscape, where tho sun comes and
yoes, SO we from this life, as from dun
geon bars, look forth to the heavenly
land, and are refreshed with sweet vi
sion Of the home that shall be ours
when we are free"
"We thank you for allthosc budding
promises which are yet % burst into
flowers"
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06
CORN sHELLING BY ONE
W - Horse Power. "A

-
.Sa81sss..a..s' NV and Complete Ma
shine to smell corn by one horse. This Ma
chine il intend d to drive corn shelter with
ene horse. shclng from 10 400 bushels per
d,y. 1hosa who have gnt a Corn Shcllel, can
have il isxsd to work with this p"wcr.
To this same power with . horses have small
Wheat hr.scrs to attach, to thresh out loo
bushela OF wheat a day. warrant this power
sufficiently strung and to work easy and d. the
y ,.. Of Horse Power alone, S5o.00
Wheat hresher. SO zo'Ou
Corn heller, for hand or horse. lb.oO
Ai.o larger and heavier Horse Powsls.
rord or a horse pcYer. 10000
q heavy 10j.ou
Tareshors. elosG aad oscn, ot wood or
iron, with teeth secured by screw
nnts. rrnm 20 to so 90
Rsvsltng. sertra;ors warranted TO give
s4tilfaction. 10 to.l5.eC
Horre rower Cora Shelters warrantedto
shell 1890 bashcls Of corn per day
with or without seperatOrs. 30 to 40 O,
These Machines require 10 feeder to stand
by, AS ali that is necessary is to keep the hop
pcr inll. cylinders all iron. Hand and Horse
mower hruers warranted not TO cave grains
Of corn on she cob on asarage in lOon bushels
Price 10, Is II aud 90 do lars. accord ng "a
finish and .ize. NV corn ; hel er took the pre-.
ntum NJ tue NSVNWl'N'" "i' nN.s ." D
ltst fail over seven others 0R exhibition
CASTINGS of all kiads and size made to
ord AZ aud patterns. Iron turning, horiNs ant
ntting Tor steam Engines. SRwand Grist MINIS
liz Sc Powers, Corn Shelter. ect.
IN kinds ui Machinery made to order or re-
D, ir d. Black ,mithing and Horse Shoeing ll
a thila Smith. Wond turning Of all klnd'
done to order: GEO. ;. .Hhi Eli
Jroa Foilnderer and MaehiiIisi. Milford Del
N hose who need good lallow or seed
ING low, csll aud see my lmprov' Easle
six difsrcnt sizes, warranted superior.
cssh paid for old Iron: cast or wrousht'
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

Why are good resolutions like faint
ing ladies Because thoy want car
rying out.
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06
Legisla]
he clark of

The clerk Of (
that the House.
act to revise and
titled an act to 4
convey in her o5
her husband a 4
county, and aald
The clerk of II
that the Housed
act to create an
, Sussex county1
| 6djourned.
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

Mr.. Lodge ri
Carswell and P1
corporate q
the city Of W
On notion
tied ss an act
Tho act entitl
| Nichols, wife
sell and conv
tee for her hi
| Misptllion hu
a tn rd time 4
| The bill CT
trict in ! usse
| Passed the I
concurrence1
The bill On
titled g an az
ranee,'' also
| spirituous II
The bill az
tam indlces
Fond time.
Mr.. Penni
| or at some 4
chapters %,
House adj
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06
PRESENT FASHION

UNITED STATEs.--We have had a Gil
BRALTER and DI VERNON, but it re-
mains for the Virginians to produce a
natural Lady Gray Spnnker, in the
person of a Mrs. WELLS, who resides
in Prince George, one of the sporting
counties of that sporting State, the
{" Old Dominion This spirited lady
was riding out few days sincc, ac-
companied only by a brace Of grey
hounds, when a fine deer started across
the road, and she, with the spirit Of
our favoritc Lady Grey and of a
true sportswompn, turned her rife from
her shoulder, sounded the halloo tc
the dogs, and gave her 'filly' the head
then came thetug. The 'flly' bound
ed over high fence, the deer took
the river, the hounds pressing hare
upon their prey; the lady and her fiji
lily close to their tails, and as she
reached the other side, o bullet from
Iher rife made the stricken deer g
weep, end make venison for her cui
sine.
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06
Bent Felloes and Spring Shafts

Bent Felloes and Spring Shafts
TILE Subscriber, through this medium
wishes TO inform the public that he is manu-
featuring SPRING FELLoEs AND SHAFTS
or Csrria.es, at
BuRRSVILLB, CAROLINE Co. Md,
Where IN will he pleased to receive orders.
Al orders addressed to him will be thank
fully received, and filed with despatch.
lis work is allwarrantcd to be equal to any
that is made, and to give perfect satisfaction.
ER.4NKLIN APPLEBEE.
Burrsville, sep II, '56-SHl
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

Mr. Good
Robinett, b
Read and a
Mr. Lodgs
rate tie Sts
and referr
The petil
divorce ii o.
ferred.
Mr. Pondc
citizens Of /
ditiyn ! sch
and reicrrc3
Mr. Ponds
Waplesco q
4 certain ~
Mr. Ponsit
"sct Tor It'd
also San xc
| quors,'' U
mously.
Mr. pcnnifv
a bill for tli'3
his motion \
AliufilIi
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

Mr. Aoore1
DAVIS, jr n
divorce him
ferred
The biIl q
W illiams am
certain esch
ceased husQ
Senate-
The clerl
that the Ho
renee In a 1
act entitled
regulate ce
er purpcsS5
hUourne
The1iodA
Mr. Mars
tice, introds
tl,er supplell
|incorf,orRl
! Tos' -,
DR.. Mafti4
the'Governd|
alton Of PRO
make any F
| charged. g
Mr. Poudq
THE Jurctio
luany which
TIE bill &
tout certain7
| being amen
| ed the Iiur
| The remd
ers agaiust
| hundr ~
| Mr.. LosE
act To incorf
| loan assocl1
| Mr. Good
or some nisx
ltreduce . II
lrisdictioh q
mentioned !
The Diamond state., 1857-02-06

| Senate-
the Senate n
ed the coueI
repeal the Al
ance and ili}
licating liqnf
Isle, was n
| Also thaq
1.-THE concur
Iorizing G u
certain iea
rating tho
sociation
On mott
resd. +
| Mr.. Cal
lref ortvel
itranscriba
lcouniy "
signing.
On mott
Ian additia
lwas read !
Il-nTs
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-04-14

To LET cBKAP.sa PER AESUh-Io TE3 F.ai
houses ssa sss and Ss7 Forty eashh street, be wee,
sisvsnth and Twelfth Keys 70 ses the 70
hsd Of Brenron. No $50 For further
lars INQUIRE Of v WEsrOR. $50 Broad way. room 6h.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-04-14

40 LET IL BROOKLyH-Two rHkAE sruaY saI,4
houses, with finished basemses and sub cel'srs 10
81 ropt street brcot I'm. situated about 100 yards fvo
futon and MsDpts fries Tnese bousss suop he'd
9Th well and rain wstsr the ~1thou
81 doors Thew have and h.
i'm sces In Me cellar, phere 70 rent two three
tr,~k bouses with hrished and ~
rOwt sdcipsDg the above mentioned houses The Oh lie
nbove pansc perry very vcnenty situated r.
re,scns do ps business In The city Of Ns~ York Apoy u
og7s on Ne is~a
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-04-14

no LET, IN B80OKLYH-A GOOD STAND FOa rnA
Rrccery and feed buanesa The three sorv orck houss
M Adephi There under cel and 10 doob
with three 10 the and mediation 70
gent families stairs Ahey and stSbe tbs prenses
WI be ~t cheap TO responsible tenant Ako hoasss
ober ocstes for sale and houses anc apartments t
Apply 70 JOHN 2. HnhNEsAY, s. Gold seeet, Brooklyn
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-04-14

pAsI. MlLllrEhY AID DsEssMA sIsG-x n Ass
- lrNl 'Os brecter ST. et rtsoec fully hfcrms 'sfie
hstphf bss splensid made bonnets
sth cresea dc received late snf ~ he- osn
ptyia
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-04-14

90 LET 70 SMALL FAhIIY-DPPsR PAal
Ninth containing front aad bark
hall room. with bath end gss the second door and
.rsnkes
The Abbeville banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1847-1869, 1857-02-05

Porson Broaonlow and his Jonesboro'
Customers last Knoxville Wing con-
tains characteristic and pathetic appeal
from its editor to his former customers at
Jonesboro', where the Wing was originally
published. lie offers to take bills on the
Bank Of East Tennessee, Which are wortl,
twenty cents to the dollar. in full payment,
and adds:
"Persons wishing TO square up with us,
can now do so. IT, however, they wish to
get off at cheaper rate, they can withhold
even these bills, and we promise during the
coming year to receipt them in full through,
the paper, forever, and file our claims against
them in the High Chancery Of Heaven,
and let them settle with their God in the
world to come!
"And to leave all without excuse, we
further agrec to take Shanghai chickens,
hoop.skirts, boot; jacks, broom.corn, baby
jumpers, fishing tackles. patent medicines,
sucking pigs, frozen cabbage, old clothes,
Colts revolve,s, secondhand tooth brushes,
ginger cakes, parched corn, circus tickets,
or any other articles found in country re.
tail store!"
The Abbeville banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1847-1869, 1857-02-05

of genuine excelence; and fearless in the
expression of that sympathy. In his frank
and generous temperament-hi forgetful.
ness of self-le is said to resemble the la.
mented Clay. If we were to pursue the
resemblance into the character of the two
men, the points of similarity would multi.
ply. There are deeds in this gentleman's
private life which will never pass away
They blend a warm beam with our own
admiration, and prove conclusively that
he has heart as warm as his intellect is
ample.
But this is sacred ground. This (long
may it bo delcrred) must be left for his
obituary.
The Abbeville banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1847-1869, 1857-02-05

ments OF party, and under the shadow of
the Federal Govcment at this time; we tell
them that Mr.. Buchanan, whatever his pa
triotism, integrity and sagacity may be,
cannot give It's indemnity for the past nor
security for the future; we tell them to
preserve their weapons bright, keep their
powder dry, aud lie ready for tie issues, of
war in earnest or peacc in earnest.
The Abbeville banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1847-1869, 1857-02-05

n New Gnano Lxlund.-The Washing
ton correspondent of the Now York Herald
says:
"Mr. Gowcn called upon Secretary Marcy
to-day, and deposited the necessary bonds
and authenticated documents. in accor-
dance with the law passed last session, hav.
ing discovered guano island, called
Somb"ro, containg over 100000 tons,
within eight days sail Of New York. Tie
Secretary informed him that the govern
'nent would protect him in its occupation
with its strong arm"
The Abbeville banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1847-1869, 1857-02-05

Over the River The Selma Reporter,
Of the 10th inst, says the trip has been
made at last. Yes, dear reader, tho cars
on the Alabama and Tennessee rivers rail-
road crossed the Coosa river on last Fri
day evening. The President of the road !,
and number Of others, took up cannon
with them. and fired eighty. five POUNDS, It
being eighty-five miles from this city to the
East bank Of the Coosa. The President,
we understand, rode over on the Is cow.
catcher"