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Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08

The man who thought he could
learn to make boots by swallowing
sherry cobblers, has. just got outa
work in which he attempts to prove
that by eating hops you will acquire
a knowledge of dancing.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08

"Neighbor JONES' said rigid
church member, Il have been In
formed that you -often drive yapr
team, and even go fishing or hunting
on the Sabbath. "True," replied
Jebes, 1abut then on fhose occasions
| always whistle psalm tunes"
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08

To ascertain whether your wife is
jealous, lace up another lady's shoe,
and let her catch you at it! If that
don't make her round shouldered
nothing will.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
MN A:;I,A's.A.A,,,sA


TNE undersigned has just received $50.
i and opened that mammoth x
stock Of Goods purchased by himself ~
in the months Of August and September, in
the Eastern Cities. This stock without boast
ing Is one of the largest and most desirable
ever opened in this market The buyer har-
ing spared no pains in the selection Of these
goods, and having taken much timei hunt
ting up all the new designs, enables him
now to offer at his old stand, on the west side
of the Public Square, Fayetteville, Tennessee,
to his friends and customers, stock Of Goods,
for quality and variety unsurpassed in the
western country. To pretend to enumerate
the articles he has in store, weIild be TOO
lengthy fora newspaper, suffice it TO say, that
in his store will be found every article wanted
in this county To his numerous friends and
customers who have so kindly givenshim their
support for the last u years, be returns his
sincere thanks, and trusts By close attention
to his business, aud a determination 10. sell
goods low to retain their confidence and sup
port. Very Respectfully,
s,. JOHN. GOODRICH. :.
0ctohar 10 1870
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08

a Yankee being askedby a Rus
sian the boundary Of bis coun try, said
it was bounded on the North by the
aurora borealis, aud on the South by
the day Of Judgment.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08

is said there are more lies told
10 the brief sentence 81 am glad TO
see you" than 10 any other Sill gle
sentence ia the English language.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
MELTON COLLEGE.

NHUSE who have not vet paid then @
IL subscriptions are requested to Iii
settle the same before the 18th Of NOvenss
Der next, as at that time sll unpaid sub
scriptions are to be placed in the hands Of sn
officer 70 be collected by law--it being the in
tention of the Building Committee to take
immediate stepsto complete the sdi6es. by
order Of the Committse:
80 '-' F. A. DICKINSON, sste.
October 1R
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08

A re cent traveller in America re-
cords the following anecdote: Jack,
said man to a boy just entering
his teens, 'your fathers drowned.
Darn it, said the young hopeful,
and be $ got my knife ia his pocket.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08

The last attempt at suicide was
made with bottle of coloring mat
ter. The individual who attempted
the rash act, said he was old aud
wanted to dye. He survives, though
somewhat changed in appearance.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
AN ACCOMMODATE Ri

AN ACCOMMODATING RIVER. "A
Western paper, announcing a rise IN
the Ohio river, says: "The river,
in accordance seith the desire Of a h0st
Of those most deeply interested, con.
tiuues rising steadily
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
DaUes, MEDl0INEs
AND
AA.N 8, y,

DIEMER g. HAMPTON have .SSSaz
L. just received their Spring SasSSs
stock Of Goods, consisting Of everything in
their line, to which they respectfully call tire
attention of the public. Their stock is larger
and more completein assortment than 1t has
ever been and WILDE sold ou,the most reason
able terms. Physicians and alfothers wishing
TO purchase anything in their trade win do
wellto call and examine their stock at their
store, west side ofthe pablo square, Fayette-
vile. Tenn DIEMER s. HAMPTON.
!. April 20. tafA.&-'. s->3h
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
E. MERRILL sEAGo.' VIM LAwRESC
5. SEAG0 4 LAWRENCE,
CONlLSSION MERCHANTS

ATLANTA, GA.
STRICT attention IS given TO the MIN
- storage and sale Of Bacon, Lard. ktSs-
Corn, Oats Wheat, Flour, Domestic Liquors, &c
We sch for Cash Only. and therefors have
either the Prodaee or Proceeds at hand.
Liberal cash facilities offered to shippers.
May s, i856-12m.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
Russell g. Vance.



tTHE subscribers are now opening So
! Il largeapd varied assortment of Tsiss as<sEse
and winter Goods. to which we -
invite attention. Our Stock comprises eve,y
ing new and desirable in the goods line, and
we are determined to sell as cheap as any house
in the county. All we ask is an examination Of
our stock ,toshow which affords us great pleasure
For tsse Lassies--We have large ASSERT
ment Of Silks from 75c to So 80. all coloFs and
tyles. Our stock of woollen Dress Goods
embraces every thing in this line: plain and
figured DeLaines, in any quantity; plain CASH
meres, all kinds; plain Merinos, all kinds;
BON bazines, Apaceas, Tamise Cloths. aud
Mourning Goods of all kinds.
Lace Go0ds.--We would invite the at
tention Of the Ladiesto ourssock of Lace Goods.
In it they will find something to please in price
and taste: Lace Collars, trimmed Collars, Hand
kerchiefsy Embroideres, new STYLES in sets. etc,
Jaconet and Swiss Trimmings, a large lot of
FlOuncing, etc, a large los Of Cloaks, Taimas
and Shawls.
Bonleis--Fancy, Velvet and Satin Bon
nets; black and white English Straw Bonnets,
all kinds. -.
sibbOns--0nr stock of Ribbons is very
large and beautiful. -
Geaslerfen's G00ds--Rich French Gas
sirneres, new style; rich stnpeddo. rieh Velvet
Festings. Sattinets rich Union Cloths, etc.
seady-saade CIotisiug--Over Goats,
Pants, Vests, Binder Shirts, OolIais, etc.
Gloves and isosiery--I.adies'. gentle
meas and .children's Gloves, in great variety;
Alexander's kid. huckskin, cashmere, silk, plain,
Plush lined and Raglahd Gloves, gents Gaunt-
lets. etc.
Curtain Mateyiafs--EIegans Lace and
Embroidered Muslins for Curtains.
Carpets--In this line our stock is large. and
handsome.
/. RoOfs and Shoes--The largest lot we
have ever bad at any time-sizes larger than
usual.
Hats and Caps--Au sorts, sizes, and
qualities. =
Rarter--Ws viii give the highest market
price in Goods for brown Jeans, white Liusey,
Feathers, Beeswax and. Tallow.
:. or We again return ourthapks for the very
liberal patronage received, and pledge ourselves
to renewed exersions to maintain the generous
copRdenee Of those who favor us with their
eusterr& -. RUSSELL VANCE.
Sept. %, 1855.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08

TNO rHR COUNTRY MERCHANTS a..
a AND MILLINERs.--Tbe subscriber -
would respectfully announce to Retail ~
dealers, Milliners and Others, that be- has juss
returned from New York. where he selected
one of the largest and finest stocks Of MIL
Eanery Goods ever brought to this city,
They are now being received and opened for
the inspection OF those who desire to make
Wholesale or retail purchases. Satisfied Of the
superiority in style ard quality Of these goods.
aud determined to sell them cheaper than sim
liar goods were ever before sold in Nashvills,
he confidently expects aiiberal share of public
patronage. -s- A. CROKER,
sept25 Union street, NASHVILLE, TENN.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
wM. s1EwART W. W. OWEN.
iSsesUas'c " Osreas.
- 49,. MANUFACTURERS or
Copper, Tin and, Sheet irGn Ware,
NO. IA MARKET STREET.. %
~ = uu~r -, cav n, n ~.

Il =
Copper, Tin and, Sheet ircn Ware,
NO. IA MARKET STREET.. %
/ sHyILLE, TENN
h ATING returned to onrold stand, tEe
d Z from which We were driven BY .A
fire, we are now prepared 10 attend to all = =
our old customers and as many new ones as
will favor MS witha CALI Our house has been
rebuilt uPon an improved plan, affordiBg US
extended facilities. Our
r Werk Shop
Is now capacious and extensive, and adequate
to every emergency. Our -. .+r
store Rooms
Are large, and especially adapted to otIr pur-
pose. We baye in store, aud are Constantly
receiving, ample supplies Of
stoves. Wares, and Crates,
Plain and sEnameled MarbEeized iron Nantes
aud Garden Statues; and in short, everything
usually kept in similar establishments
Our assortment of Stoyeschallenges cernpe-
titiOn, comprising every style and variety
We have the
Wrought Iron Cook stove,
Among others-aa article in great deuabd
We manufacture for the trade and for retail.
and to order, all kinds of Tin and Sheet Iron
Ware, and keep constantly. on hand a large
assortment.
We invise the attention Of all 20 our estab-
lishment, pledging ourselves to give entire sat
isfaction. STEWART & OWEN,
Dec. Is, 1856. Ne IA, Market st.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
PAY CASH AND Save .MONB1
New Cash Store in Fayetteville!
SE,oclxIeford. Young a. &C
DRESS GOODS

embracing all the latest styles and patterns of
Silks .Merinoes,. Cashmeres, DeLaines, new
style Poplins, Coburgs, Robes. Persian Cloths,
Ginghams, Prints, etc.; also to a beautiful line
of Nantes, Talmas. Cldaks, Shawls; Ribbons,
Laces and Edgings, Chemizettes, Collars, I'm
der Sleeves, Embroideries, White Goods, Ho-
siery, Gloves. Fripges and Dress Trimmings;
and for Gentlemen, they have a large. and SUI
perior stock of ready -made Clothing. (a1 prices
and Qualities) Cloths, Cassimeres, Sattinets,
Blankets. Tweeds, Jeans. Keneys, Yestings
and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods We can
not here enumerate all the. articles that we
have, but deem it sufficient to say that our
stock of Goods, in point of extent and variety,
will be equal to any in the place; and having
bought Them expressly for this market and
mostly for cash, we feel no hesitancy ia saying
that for CASH we can and will selE
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
GROCERIES.
WHEAT AND BACON.

W7E desire to purchase Wheat 81
Wv and Bacon, for which We viii *
paw the highest Market value lii cash.
= JOHNSON, HORNE = Co.
Aug. Z, 1S56--12m
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1857-01-08
.Chesipe9. Goods,

than lrere ever sold IN this market. We are not
talking now for Buncombe, but mean Just what
we say, and all we ask to convince you of the
truth of shis assertion is an examination of our
Goods and Prices. We will take great pleas
ure in showing our Goods to all who may favor
us with call. Remember Our l0cii-
tion, and also remember that if you want Bar
gains, to esllatthe Cheap Cash Store of
SHACKLEFORD, YOUNG g. co.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23
The First Debate on the Prohibition Of
Slavery in a Territory.

We have just been reading, in the second volume
of Benton's Arrangement, the first debate which
took place in Congress under the Federal Consttu-
ton, on the question of prohibiting slavery in a
Territory. 1t was on the 23d of March, l798-thc
House having under consideration bill for the
erection Of a government in the Mississippi Terri
tory. section of the act provided that govern
ment should be established in all respects similar
to that Of the North Western Territory, ercept that
siarery should not be forbidden. This excepting
clause Mr.. Thatcher, of Massachusetts, moved to
strike out.
A long debate followed, in which the most con-
Trajectory views expressed, both in regard to
slavery and the proper method of dealing with it,
Mr.. Harper, of South Carolina, said that the pro-
hbiton in the North Western Territory was prop
or enough, because slavery was not desirable to its
inhabitants, but that slaves were already held in
the Mississippi Territory
Mr.. Rutledge, also of South Carolina objected to
amendment, on the ground that it would have
dangerous effect the slaves of the Territory, and
would not be equitable towards the masters.
Mr.. Gallatin argued strongly in favor of the a.
OuBht ohyo pt
on the ground of jurisdiction Certainly not
The United States intend to exercise jurisdiction
over that Territory, and is there any more reason
for excepting this jurisdiction than any other If
we establish this government we expect it to be per-
manent and if we believe it is not conducive to
the happiness of any people, but the contrary, to
legalze slavery, when we are about to form con-
stituton for Territory, its establishment ought to
be prevented
Mr. Nicholas of Virginia, thought dispersion of
the slaves over new territory was beneficial to their
lot, and hoped that legislative prohibition would
be postponed till the whole country ready for it,
Other views were expressed before the amend
ment was negatived-but no man, Federalst or
Anti-Federalist, Northerner or Southerner, limited,
in even the most indirect manner, any doubt that
Congress had the pOrer to prohibit slavery in the
territories These men, standing between the ad-
ministratons of Washington and Jefferson, never
dreamed of the tenets of modern democracy. Not
a man of them, if alive to-day, could have an offce
under James Buchenan-to their credit be 1t said
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23

Dear SRI notice in the "Phenix" of to-day
communication from under your hand consisting in
the main of complaint relative to treatment which
you received from myself and two other Methodist
Clergymen during the session Of the Vt. Conference
at Bratteboro. Your article, of itself, merits no
reply and but for its uncalledfor insinuations and
deceptive tone would, at least from me, meet its
deserved neglect. As it is, the following remarks
seem due to myself and Others l. Some of your
alleged facts not facts, but differences of your
own drafting. a. The Brethren referred to, did
not send any message to you by me. They did state
to me their convictions of dutyin the case and
took the entire responsibility of handing the same
to you. QI) You was not told that you ''must not
go into the pulpit" but you was told that those
brethren could not stake any part with you in the
desk" However little this alteration it changes
the entire spirit and tone of the message. QII.)
There was no ''sugar of compliment" used in the
case. I did remark that for myself could not re-
cognize preacher of Universalism as christian
minister, land with all the ardor Of which my ma
ture is susceptible say the same again) whatever
amiable qualities as man he might possess. l
made no application of the remark and thought Of
none for (a) am not yet prepared to give you
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23

BAYARD TAYLOR WITH THE FINNISH GIRLs.-
Bayard Taylor has some novel adventures in
his northern European tour, and meets with
strange customs and curiosities. In his last
letter he tells us about stopping a couple of
nights with very friendly old Finnish lady,
where he got bed with sheets. the first
night the mother and her sons were so amazed
10 see him undress before retiring, that they
we're curiosity bound aud did not leave their
standpoint in the room until he was snugly
covered up. The revelation of what they had
seen, 10 ether members of the family, produced
a most wonderful audience the second night
On this occasion, he writes :-"Three buxom
daughters, of ages ranging from sixteen to
twenty-five, appeared about the time for reiir-
ing, and stationed themselves in row near the
door, where they watched US with silent curios-
ity. AS we had shown no hest, alton in the
first case, determined to be equally courageous
now, and commenced removing our garments
with great deiberation, allowing them every
opportunity of inspecting their fashion and the
manner of wearing them. The work thus
proceeded in mutual silence until we were nearly
ready for repose, when by pulling off a stocking
| and displaying muscular call, suddenly alarmed
the youngest, who darled TO the door and rushed
ont. The second caught the panic and follow
ed, and the third and oldest was obliged to dc
likewise, though with evident reluctance. TIL,
perfect composure of the girls, and the steadi
ness with which they were quite unconscious
Of having committed any improprieIy."
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23

IMPoRTANT RAILROAD CAsE.-A very impor-
tant verdict was obtained last week, in the
Supreme Judicial Court of New Hampshire,
in session at Lancaster, in favor of The right
Of railroad corporation TO make an extra charge
where passengers neglect to purchase tickets
before entering the cars. Some two years
since, it seems, one James NJ. Hillard took
his seat in the cars Of the Grand Trunk Rail
Ioad without ticket. The conductor, Thos
o, Gould, demanded of him the extra ten cents
required in such cases, by the rules of The
Company. billiard refused to pay more than
the regular price, and was therefore elected
from the cars He then brought an action for
trespass against Gould, and under improper
ruling obtained a verdict, but a new trial was
afterwards ordered on exceptions, which last
week was decided in favor of the Conductor
This establishes for New Hampshire, the prin-
ciple that Directors have the right 10 make the
extra charges referred to, and further, that
conductors are justified in expelling from the
cars these who refuse TO pay such charges.
Traveller.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23

A green Yankee stepped from a steamboat
a few days since, on one of our wharves, and
so copfounded was he by the confusion and
turmoil of the scene, the jam of vehicles, the
crowds of carmen and hackmen shouting and
josling, that he sought the shelter OF the boat
again in the utmost CONSERVATION.
"Why, friend, said bystander TO him, "you
are in trepidation."
"Wall, I'll be blasted, )" returned he, open
ing his eyes with establishment, faint in
York after ALI In Trepdaiion, am | ; III be
darned if ever head Of that place before
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23

BnIGHrESISo Ur.-We begin to feel the nfu-
ence of Spring at last. Nature is beginning to do
up her ornamental work, as the emerald fields, and
the show ofgreen from the bursting tree buds tes-
tfy. Better late than never.-.4rgus Of Thurs
day.
The ornamental work of nature about these days
is weather cold enough for February, rain storms
in the valleys, snow-storms the hills, and ice on
the mountains. The emerald hue of the FIELDS Is
not half as green that of those persons who think
this is the proper season for planting. We should
like the Argus to tell us what sort ofeeng the in
fuence of Spring produces about these days.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23

VERMONT CENTRAL RAILROAD STOCK
Among the assets of Hazard The defauling
clerk of Whitney, Fenno g. Co., was six hun
dred shares of The stock of the Vermont Cen
trail railroad Company. 1t is rather singular
that in all such cases of late this stock appears
TO be at the bottom of the matter. Does a
defaulting trader commit suicide, the shares of
this road are found upon his body if a rogue
is pursued and apPrehended, he is found to
have invested share Of his plumber 10 Yer
mon; Central Railroad stock but, far worse,
in to many cases, the poor widow and orphan
have lost their all in the total and utter exiin.
guishment Of value in their stock of this road.
=Irapeler
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23

PREMIUM FIRE WoRKs ron THE 4Tn OF july
Committees or individuals wishing to obtain Fire
works for the celebration of our National Annyer-
sary, are referred to the advertisement of J. G.
IIovEY 6 Co. These gentlemen, curing 10 their er-
iensire wholesale trade, have been obliged, for
three years past to decline taking Of the lar
ger exhibitions, but have now made liberal arrange
ments to accept all orders for public displays, large
or small. Messrs j. G. Hovey Co., have reeeiv-
ed the Boston contract for the coming 4th of July
They intend it shall surpass all their former efforts
upon Boston Common.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23
The Greenfield Ga.cife saws

"Joslyn Eldridge and Spear have got the con-
tract for carrying the mail daily from Greenfield
to Charlemont and three times a week to North
Adams, for four years from the LIST Of July next
at $500 year; and that Charles p. Brownell has
got the contract from Greenfield to Colerane daily
and three times a week TO Rowe, for the same Pc
riod at S2is per annum."
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23

RATHER SIcK.-A friend tells US the fol-
lowing good story. The scene was in Wood
stock, VT, and cannot fail TO afford amusement
among the citizens of that quiet village.
Some fellow sent for barrel Of whskey,
and the night ii came M. and ii. got their eyes
on it, tapped it, and after getting what they
wanted to drink, went and told another covey
where he could get 'suck - but this fellow
CHANGED to be one of the owners, and wishing
to have little fun at M. and rs expence, he
told them that the barrel contained subject
for DR.. r., and if they had been drinking any
of the liquid, they would be as dead as smells
in short time, if they didn't take an emeiic
Immediately and it wasn't but few minutes
before they were vomiting at furious rate
They are not particularly fond of hearing about
DR.. RS subject.-LOleeH Journal
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1857-05-23
lPor the Vermont Phnnix. I

Mn. EDIroR Ever since the appearance Of that
"Snow Statue near the old gaide-board, at the
junction of the two roads leading north from this
village, have been under conviction that il would
Of some durable material, statue Of "eld Ethan"
a name indissolubly connected with the birth, and
the very existence Of Vermont. IL the citizens of
Brattleboro would cause such thing to be, it seems
to me no one could doubt that it would give an ee-
waited character to the place, of which might all
be very proud. The love for and appreciation Of
art would be cultivated, its refining and enobl-
ing influences extended far and wide. 1t would be
the sole reason of many visits Of strangers from
abroad. and would be us much advantage to the
pockets the character of our inhabitants though
am sorry human nature is such that we must
appeal to sordid motives to accomplish almost any
good thing.
The opportunity we now have for getting such
work erected is not often realized. 1t is not every
town wherein exists the genius which can make cold
feless marble speak-which can work it to such
forms of beatty as will be ga joy forever"
Such genius has arrived at the first stages Of
manhood-reared and educated in this village
Those who know Larkin G. Mead, Jr., and have
seen specimens of his work know he is true to his
mission. What he has undertaken he has accom-
plished.
lfPatrick Henry's principle of the judging Of
future is correct, need fear the result when ap-
piled to our young gifted artist.
To accomplish this work IprOpOse the associated
effort of all who feel interested. A meeting called,
a committee chosen to receive contributions. The
ladies could do much by their influence. They
could get up fairs for this purpose to which persons
of all kinds of politics and religions could contrib
ute. Hoping to hear that some of my suggestions
may be favOrably received by this community I re.
main CITIZEN