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Quasqueton guardian. (Quasqueton, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1856-1858, 1857-04-11

S. c. HERRING, the safe man, was gar
rothd by two highwaymen in New York
recently and robbed of $1,000. Bites
says that il is very strange when " safe
man" aint safe at all, but has proved TO
be "gone Herring"
Quasqueton guardian. (Quasqueton, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1856-1858, 1857-04-11

No less than ten bridges are already
built, projected, or in process ofconstruc-
ton across the Mississippi river, at vari'
Gus points above St Louis.
Quasqueton guardian. (Quasqueton, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1856-1858, 1857-04-11
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0 lady with the beaning eye,
And the cheek of roseate dye,
ID Thou'rt gliding down placid stream;
Youths sunny skies above thee gleam,
ThU' golden mists the Future smiles
Fair as the Greeks enchanted Isles.
May kindly breezes speed thee on,
Sc M And Heavens all cloudless smile upon
t@ Thy fragile bark!
~. Hope speed the sail, Faith guide the helm
And no wild tempest ovcrwhelm
In waters drear and dark.
And as succeeding years shall bring +
.-,. Wisdom from many a hidden thing,
? And thou art waited to that shore l"
a Where storms and tempests toss no more
The borders of Infnity;
$3.50 There, amid joys eternal, saar
In those bright bowers supernal,
And with seraph s garment en-,
O mays thou ever rest upon
The bosom of Divinity.
Qnasqueton, april, 1857. RALPH.
st,i isaei LOWEST THOU MEr'
Lowest thou me q our Saviour said
7ss, While standing near Tiberias sea, -
Surrounded by his chosen land
Say, Simon Peter, lowest thou me {?
IF tohis angel breast 'twere sweet
10 find his love on earth begun, q i,,
To find amid world of scorn s'ii7,r
80 One heart that beat fo, him alone.
a all n = ~ a ra'f A
Sure it must soothe the troubled soul
OF man upon life's troubled sea,
To turn moment from its strife, 81
Ali And ask the Saviour, :" Lowest thou mes.
Quasqueton guardian. (Quasqueton, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1856-1858, 1857-04-11

thorized by. the second section Of this
article.
SEC. 4. In addition to the above limited
power to contract debts, the Stale may
contract debts to repel invasion, suppress
insurrection, or defend the State in war
but the money arising from the debts so
contracted shall be applied to the purpose
for which it was raised, or to repay such
debts, and to no other purpose whatever.
SEC. 5. Exempt the debts hereinbeforc
specified in this article, no debt shall be
hereafter contracted by, or on behalf of
this State, unless such debt shall be au-
thorized by some law for some esingle work
orobject, to be distinctly specified therein;
and such law shall impose and provide
for the collection of a direct annual tax,
sufficient to pay the interest on such
debt, within twenty years from the time
of the contracting thereof; but no such
law shall take effect until at a general
election it shall have been submitted to
the people, and have received majority
of all the votes cast for and against it at
such election; and all money raised by
authority of such law, shall be applied
only to the specific object therein stated,
or to the payment of the debt created
thereby and such law shall be published
in at least one newspaper in each county,
if one is published therein, throughout
the State, for three months preceding the
election at which it is submitted to the
people.
SEC. s.. The Legislature may, at any
time, after the approval of such law by
the people, if no debt shall have been con-
tracted in pursuance thereof, repeal the
same; and may, at any time, forbid the
contracting of any further debt or liabil-
ity. under such law; but the tax imposed
by such law, in proportion to the debt or
liability, which may have been contracted
in pursuance thereof shall remain in force
and be irrepealable, and be annually col
lected, until the principal and interest are
fully paid. 1
SEC. 4 Every law which imposes, con-
tinues, or reviyes tax, shall distinctly
state the tax, and the object to which it
is to be applied; and il shall not be sufi-.
Quasqueton guardian. (Quasqueton, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1856-1858, 1857-04-11

not refer the whole matter to him? His
Judgment must surely be better than
ours, for his position gives him more
comprehensive view Of both home and
foreign wants.
This happy expedient was well receiv-
ed, and the Rev. Mr.. Flint, as he ap-
peared, was at once chosen their arbiter.
Gray hairs and wrinkled brow, so oft
the type of wisdom, did but render more
conspicuous and revolving the hard, rest
less eye, the sinister mouth, and the
whole contour of selfshness which be-
spoke the inner nature of this professed
man of God. Dollars and cents were the
guage of mems souls in his estimation
money the only evidence of worth -
Alas that among the holy brotherhood
of Gods ministering servants, even one
should be found-one whose sleeps
clothing could not conceal the wolf be-
meath. All honor would we render to
that noble class of self-denying men, who
shrink not from the call of their Master,
though earthly reward pertain not to his
service. But when some ministerial Ju-
das turns the house of God into tenn
pie of money changers, sharp indeed
should be the scourge which should drive
him thence.
Naturally enough, the people under the
Reverend Mr.. Flint's charge, with here
and there a noble exception, had some
what of his nature. External religious
forms were most scrupulously observed,
but the gentle, peaceable fruits Of the
Spirit were fearfully wanting.
But while we are DEPRESSING, eager IA
ces are looking to their pastor for his de-
cision. His worthy coadjutor the yery
devoted president is sure his extensive
knowledge and sound judgment will rem
der it easy for him to point at once to the
fittest object for their benevolence.'
Rolling his tongue in the peculiar man
ner he was wont to do when pleased, he
thanked the president for her compile
ment, and would say, that he considered
the ladies present fully competent to de-
eide their own case.'
Do you not think, asked Mrs. Rob
inson, that we should take care of the
Quasqueton guardian. (Quasqueton, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1856-1858, 1857-04-11
ARTICLE s-CORPORATIoNs.

q ANIIOiE O--C COIII OINh IIVNC.
SECTION /. No corporation shall be
created by special laws; but the General
Assembly shall provide, by general laws,
for the organization of all corporations
hereafter to be created, except as herein
after provided. ~ iapa'4asa = szda aaes5
SEC. 2. The property Of all, corpora
tons for pecuniary profit now existing or
hereafter created, shall be subject to tax
alton, the same as that Of individuals.
SEC. 3. The State shall not become a
stockholder in any corporation, nor shall
it assume or pay the debt or liability of
Quasqueton guardian. (Quasqueton, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1856-1858, 1857-04-11

Not always replied Mr.. Flint; there
is much danger in helping our poor neigh
bors, lest We learn them to depend on us,
instead of trying to help themselves
That's just what Isaid,' chimed in
Mrs. Wormwood folks hain't any bust
ness to be poor here where they can
get work. afaogsa 9a' g
Work is plenty, to be sure, said Miss
Priscilla Page, with a significant glance
at the last speaker; pity the pay wasn't
plenty too.' s.
i would beg the ladies' attention to
the subject under discussion remarked
the chair Mr.. Flint has not yet given
his opinion, which l hope he will do
freely @ E
As you have called upon me quite
unexpectedly, ladies, to advise you in
this NATTER said Mr.. Flint, rising very
deliberately, : it would be natural for me
to mention the subject which, just at this
time, interests me the most. Our socie-
ty, and l say it without boasting-has
become one of the largest, wealthiest,
and most influential in the State. II be-
comes US, therefore, to send good name
abroad, by the liberality with which We
enter into the spirit of the great reforms
Of the day. Among these reforms, none
seem to me so important as union of
the two continents, in one great Society
for evangelizing the world Such So
ciety, you know, exists, and in its coun-
ellis are found some of the greatest men
of the age. One hundred dollars would
constitute your p,ssvr u fif1-iirrcuor III
this society, and give you name and in
fiuence in its councils. 1 merely men
tion this subject for your consideration,
as we are apt to forget the duties we owe
to the world, and contine ourselves to a
narrow circle of benevolence.'
Here Mr.. Flint took his seat, with an
air of profound humility.
you have heard the very excellent re-
marks of our pastor, said the president !;
Il hope it will enlarge our views of du-
ty. Will you take any action on this
subject 2
Il move,' said Mrs. Wormwood, that
we contribute one hundred dollars to
this great object Mr.. Flint has explained
to us, to constitute him life-director.'
The motion was seconded, and carried
without any opposition, save that express
ed by indignant looks and motionless
hands.
Really, ladies. said Mr.. Flint, again
rising, your liberality is praiseworthy.
In the name and behalf of the noble So
ciety you have honored by your generous
vote, tender you my sincere thanks.
Your testimony Of respect for myself
shall receive more fitting acknowledge
ment.'
The emigrant aid journal of Minnesota. [volume] (Nininger City, Minn. Terr. [i.e. Minn.]) 1856-1858, 1857-09-26

business relations will set the natural currents of trade
and commerce flowing evenly again, and its benefits We
shall soon feel in the renewed energy inspired by cou-
tidence once more restored in the business world.
BESIDES the continually increasing emigration from
the old world, we may expect still greater from the
Eastern States. The disgust inspired i'll all forms OF
business there, by such troubles and anxieties they are
now enduring, will induce them to turn with longing
eyes to the West, where the investment of their means
will insure them present quiet and comfort and future
wealth.
Nothing i. more certain than that the future Is prom
sing, and whatever is accomplished now will be sure to
bring its doe reward. Therefore whatever has been al
ready laid out should be carried on. Whatever is of
advantage should be undertaken. Our farmers have on
hand one Of the most bounteous haryests they should
with their rich stores build houses, barns, and make
all possible improvements, and commence immediately.
BY encouraging the mechanics of the towns they build
up Il $, re market for their products at home, and en-
nance the value Of all property. So it IS with all other
classes Of Observation-Disclosures they do to promote an
increase Of labor, will be productive Of much present
good, anu ia the blessing that follow them they will
rejoice in not having adopted any pernicious system of
economy when a season of distress and anxiety prevailed
in the land.
The emigrant aid journal of Minnesota. [volume] (Nininger City, Minn. Terr. [i.e. Minn.]) 1856-1858, 1857-09-26
Postponed. Meeting Of tlae Louisville Tovvl


~ Our rea.iers will perceive from The advertisement IN
another column. that the first regular meeting Of the
Louisville Town Company vii! be held on Monday next in
Niuinger City. The former meeting was postponed an
til that time in consequence of tic map Of the town not
having been prepared at the time PROMISED, whereby The
Company were compelled to send away unsati>fiea those
who had assembled to take lots and stock.
The map is now prepared, 50 that no such difficulty
will occur again. We really wish thai: our ~acighbors
in tho surrounding towns and country would be with us
on that day. An opportunity will be afforded them,
which if they let slip will be a matter Of regret here
after.
The plan as detailed in the advertisement is y very
simple oue. To sell the stock the Comtauy are willing
to Offer great inducements in putting waltz bile lots at an
exceedingly low price In this way the lots are expect
cd TO indemnify the purchaser for The stock taken by hil',
while at the same time the stock itself viii always he
worth its cost price.
Let our friends who have seen the enormous profits
realized On Nininger City property, step In AID invest
ten dollars Or more in the purchase Of lots. Their small
monthly payments will scarcely be felt while their prop
erty will grow rapidly from every dollar 80 invested.
The project promises to realize as s~piendidiy as Nininger
Cifv itself. -
The emigrant aid journal of Minnesota. [volume] (Nininger City, Minn. Terr. [i.e. Minn.]) 1856-1858, 1857-09-26

There appears TO be some confusion in regard to our
State and Territorial legislative functions this fall. The
Territorial powers must continue in force until the first
Monday in December, when the State authority takes
their place. if the Constitution is accepted by the people.
The present Territorial officers will continue to hold
their Offices. provided the Constitution is adopted, until
they give way to the State authority. But in ease of
the defeat Of the Constitution, it becomes necessary to
have Territorial officers selected to carry on the govern
ment, and therefore they must he chosen as usual.
On tuesday, Oct. 18th, both elections are to take
place, two separate ballots being required. The qualif-
cations for voting for Territorial officers are the same
as heretofore. Under Sec. 18th, Art. 18th Of the pro-
posed State Constitution, " every free white male inhab-
itan, over the age Of q years, who shall have resided
within the limits Of the State for ten days previous to
the day Of election, may vote for all officers to be elect
ed under this Constitution" And must also have lived
ten days in the Precinct where he votes. And no Other
class At persons can rofe 1T the said first State election.
After the adoption q the Constitution, the elective
franchise vii! be extended 10 foreigners who have de-
clared their intention 70 K become citizens Of this country,
after residing il The United States one year, and in the
State # Minnesota four months. Also to Half Breeds
who have adopted civilized customs, and to Indians who
adopt the language, customs, and habits Of civilization,
provided they undergo an examination before q District
Court # the State.
Persons u negro blood are entirely excluded, being
30 iecYeod by both the bodies Who met 10 Convention to
prepare the Constitution.
1t viii he observed that = distinction exists between
the first class Of voter. for State officers, and all subse-
Iucnt oaes. Fer what reason this is 50 we cannot tell.
The emigrant aid journal of Minnesota. [volume] (Nininger City, Minn. Terr. [i.e. Minn.]) 1856-1858, 1857-09-26

our splendid water power facilities and ingenious and en-
terprising character Of our people will make us "s a State
especially fitted.
AS it is with Minnesota 50 il il with Munger. There
can never be any real prosperity in a town which is pay
ing out money constantly, and receiving none in return.
We must have those things here that will supply all our
wants, and bring others here to supply theirs. We must
play the child's game, Hold fast what | give you
We must make Nininger a vortex into which money will
circle and settle, not a mere ehxhnel through which IT
will make its transit. Do this, and We will build up
here, year after year, a town of which We may all be
proud. We will live yet to SEQ it q crowded city, with
its great streets, its huge warehouses;, and its branching
railroads.
Already its success has been beyond the expectation
of the most %sanguiue. Next year will be a great year
for Nininger. In August and September next the two
years time given for the making Of the improvements on
the lots bought at six dollars each will expire. Previous
to thai; time a very large amount of improvements will
have TO be made by different parties, an amount three
times as great as that already made. Let our citizens
think Of the immense results upon the town such an
amount of money invested in it in this place of u few
months will have. Nothing that has passed will equal it.
Look too at our railroad. The only Company of the
Kind that has not settled down PROSTATE under the pres
emf financial difficulties East and West. The only Com
pany going on steadily and constantly IN q PLAIN direct
and feasible course. It will be the first railroad built in
Minnesota.
Our town is getting fairly on its feet. That misera-
bic monopoly known as the Minnesota Packet Company
has attempted during the past season to swallow us alive,
but as they masticated we grew, until we have become
too large to either crack or swallow. Our citizens will
yet remember it to these gentleman. They deserve well
at our hands Had we stopped their greed with a lew
town lots, given them i little black mail, we would have
been in their reputc the greatest place on the river. AS
it is we have grown in despite Of them, and we have set
up house after house, improvement after Improvement,
while their iavorite localities lay dead and ~decaying.
We will bring them around yet. They are the slave of
large places, and the tyrant of small. They truckle to
St. Paul, and then come down the river to kick Pine
Bend and Nininger.
The emigrant aid journal of Minnesota. [volume] (Nininger City, Minn. Terr. [i.e. Minn.]) 1856-1858, 1857-09-26
Winter improvements.

Mr.. EDITOR The winter is coming en-, and worry
probably it will in consequence of the depressed con
dition of the money market during the past season, be \
hard one on the mechanic and the !aboring mat ~
least, this is be apprehended.
During this year our town has been distinguished by
the number Of improvements made, and the number OF
mecta MICS and laboring men that came to US from other
localities, and obtained constant employment.
Cannot that state of things continue during the win.
months.
to make, the Limitation for which will expire next Sep
TENDER or thereabouts, to go on with these improve
ments during the winter months, for several reasons
they will thereby assist the town, and benefit their fel-
low citizens they will also be able to have work done at
less rates during the depressed winter months than in
the other seasons of the year; it will also be necessary
for many of them who own largely, if they expect to
finish their improvements by the time stipulated, to com
mence them early; and again, if the town is growing
rapidly during a period of the year when the rest Of the
Territory is torpid, it will add largely to our population,
and our reputation. We would be able to meet the
spring emigration Of 1858 with proofs Of growth and
prosperity.
SerondVy, Lest such an appeal might have little effect
I make the following proposal. l will sell fifty lots in
the different parts Of the town, at cnsh prices, on one
and two wears time, with interest at the rate of ten per
cent. per annum, to those parties who will commence to
build on or before the 18th of November next, and COM
plete their buildings by the opening Of navigation next
spring. I will also be able to make arrangements to
secure them some Of their most important materials on
part time.
hope that as this offer is made with no other object
than the improvement of til" town, and the advantage
of numbers of my fellow citizens, that it will meet with
the proper response. If fifty buildings can be placed
under contract by the 18th Of November next and cen
tinued during the winter months, they will ah"r2 EN-.
~ployment to two thirds of our population, and will bring
t4+eney into the pockets of all store keepers, boarding
house keepers, material men, and others.
Believe me very respectfully yours,
IGNATlUs DONNELLY.
The emigrant aid journal of Minnesota. [volume] (Nininger City, Minn. Terr. [i.e. Minn.]) 1856-1858, 1857-09-26
Time TO Build"

There is never F period, when the caution against ex-
,rsvagsire and waste may not be properly urged,-so
prone is society 70 give way TO some besctting -ln The
slmonition may be q ~thankles5 duty. but if enjoined
% do good. and when property done, ard ananswefable
arguments urged 10 sustain it, its effect is not altogether
lost.
As a nation, tire Americans are prudent 10 system
Of government, beside, acconplisles so much at SO little
EXPENSE. Its aim is to prevcns every drain on the treas
ury that does not 20 30 the direct benefit of its own
simple management; its credit is always good, aud its
resources. abundant to meet every emergency.
As 4 people, Americans are not prudent every fancy
il indulsed no matter what the cost OK consequences to
follow. Ingenious theories have demonstrated tina: all
the financial crises Of lie country have grown ot If the
LUXURIOUS habits INDUCED, not y the wealthy solely,
but by ali classes Of society-high and low. The poor
and Woodworking classes believe il is necessary to be On
an equality in ostentation; in order to he truly on "A par
politically with their more fortunate ~noighhors. tn.
labor OF the country is we'll PAID, and money easily &C
auired is coon disposed q, and the injurious and costly
extravaesncss so noted in the character Of orr young
Deoplc. are the natural consequence Of thi- high remu-
neration.
The rspidity Of our growth. and tie accumulation OF
the millions from every foreign shore, induces , system
Of i'm srovemcnt tla: seems amazing to the staid deni-
gems Of established communities. Forever resting on
the future, no care is taken of the present.
But when times of depression and distress arise, il
is 8 reprehensible economy tha. would suspend improve.
ments merely because everything is dull. Then is th6
proper time for every one to do their utmost -to extenc
succor by giving employment to as many fands as pos
sible. Ia this way the hearts of the laborer9 are cheeree
and the times Of trouble sooner removed. The dispo
sition of man, naturally, is the very opposite OF tins
When affairs are prosperous, he is for extending nj
bns;ness operations. and contracting them when disasteI
is impending
This matter s45tii44 eeHae ~ every one blessed Mt!
this worlds goods-cspeoiaiIy in tins Territory. Th'
disasters that have come upon the East Will be more
sansibly felt this fail and winter than ws anticipated
Emigration and investments are falling Of, and withou
Them our mechanics and !aborers must be thrown upon
q resoyrces to sustain themselves. Experience mus
have taught every one that like many similar periods g'n'
,hrc ugh with, everything will brighten M again wit
the advent of spring.
The country is no poorer, nor Is there are an5'n''
really lost TO the world by such calamities as bank TAIL
,res. or individual bankruptcies the re-adjus'nsnt Q
The emigrant aid journal of Minnesota. [volume] (Nininger City, Minn. Terr. [i.e. Minn.]) 1856-1858, 1857-09-26

In Wisconsin the Republicans have nominated the
following gentlemen for State officers. Governor--A
W. Randel ; Lieut.. Governor, Carl Shurz Secretary
Of State, j. l.. V. Thomas Treasurer, S. j. II astiuss:
Attorney General, Mortimer NJ. Jackson.
And the Democrats the following For Governor, j
b. Cross Lieut.. Governor, f.. j. Campbell Secretary
Of State, d. ". Jones ; Treasurer, Carl Habicb At
tornsy General, Gsbyial BoVok.