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Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19
Steadyi

There is valuable lesson 10 be learn
ed from the popular use Of his word
especially by the young.
''Steady, boys!' shouts + boatswain, /,
as the vessel tosses and g axis among
the breakers. The gallaSs Jack star
catch the sound of the word and obey.
To have disregarded it woulshave boen
wreck and ruin. -
"Steady, menu commal9ss the colo
mel at the head of his regi9sent; as it
marches to the attack, or Prepares for
the deadly charge of the emy,-and
s.steadyr' is caught up and Sassed from
saaiiar antaialsls lesef battle.
On obedience turned the victory which
perched upon their banners!
':Steadyr' says the corncr-man at the
raising as he receives the end of the
log to fit it into its notch. The slightest
IN STEADY motion might have brought
the heavy log tumbling, and crashing,
and crushing, upon the heads Of the
neighbors, who came kindly to give their
grrtuitous assistance.
Let this be your watchword in all the
doings of life-in your words and your
deeds-amidst your triumphs and your
defeats-your success and your reverses.
Every where, and, at all times, study to
be 'Esteady" Thus the value of this
little word will be learned in the best
of all schools school of expert
ence"
That's steady young man," says
one, smilingly. Isn't that a high com
pliment, youthful reader? Would you
desire to have it said, in turn, of youP-
Well, it's in your power to secure like
praise by being steady"
IF you want steady employment al
':steady wages see to it that you your
self are STEADY" Nay, you must take
care of your earnings, too.
''Reckless'' is the very opposite of
steady" and it applies as well to the
use of money as the making of it. The
habit of being careful, in this respect, is
but another expression of the idea we
are striving to impress upon the minds
of our young readers. This habit has
assisted to secure for an entire section
of the country the designation of the
Land of steady Habits and proud
designation it is, albeit, used somewhat
sneeringly at times.
Be not reckless, then, Lut "steady,"
youthful reader of the ARERTrsER-
Pass tsIa ssrrI-aioR9g ttsSifssstne of
life: stStcadv, boys-STEIfr
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

na-A young lady returning late from
a concert, as it was raining, ordered the
coachman to drive close to the pavement,
but was still unable to step across the
gutter.
Il can lift you over it, said coachy.
''Oh, no, I'm too heavy" said she.
s'Why, bless you, marin, Ina used to
lifting barrels" said Jehu.
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

ExPLAIN.-Perhaps the Albany 1Ar-
gus will explain what it means when it
says: 'Let others run down hooped
skirts, be it ours to elevate them, when
we may
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

n@~ Aunt Mary saw over tailor's
door, sign bearing the inscription,
The Fountain of Fashion" "Ah!'
exclaimed she, chat must be the place
where the squirts come from"
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

G@A jcwellcr advertises that he has
a lot of precious stones to dispose of,
adding, that they sparkle like the tears
of young widow.
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

peAIt is all very well to say, ''Know
thyself," but suppose you never find
yourself at home, how are you to get an
introduction
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

ra'Dcar sir, lisped a great lady, in
watered silk, at the Worlds Fair,
have the goodness to inform me if there
are noblemen in the United States?
Yes ma am answered fulfilled JON
athan, l am one of them.
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

B@rNever attempt to compliment
woman by telling her that she is grow
ing handsome; she will consider it an
indirect way of telling her how plain
looking she used to be.
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

Bg-An honest Hibernian, in recom-
mending a COW, said she would give
milk year after year, without having
calves, 'because," said he, ''it runs in the
brade, for she came out of COW that
niver had a calf'
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

'Papa, are the hogs that go to
Cincinnati sick?"
mo, my child, why do you ask?'
Because the. papers say they are
cured there"
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

N@LA trnly great man borrows no
lustre from splendid ancestory. That
is left for little great men to do.
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

B@. Which are the two smallest in
sects mentioned in the Scripture? The
widows "mitc" and the wicket '.fca.''
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

nea=The road ambition travels is too
narrow for friendship, too crooked for
love, too rugged for honesty, and too
dark for science.
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

n The scheme Of supplying our
wants by looping off our desire, is like
cutting off our feet when ~c want shoes.
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19
p0fttral.
H Is O 5 e.
BIZ BARRY CORNWALL.

She sleeps amongst her pillows soft,
"a dove now wearied with her hight,)
Aud all around, and al aloit,
Hang flutes and folds of virgin white;
Her hair out darkeus the dark night,
Her glance Outshines the starry sky;
But now her locks are hidden quite,
And closed is her fringed eye.
She slecp5th: wherefore doth she st0rtl
She sighcth: doth she feel no paint
None, none! the dream is near l;er heart:
The spirit of sleep is in her brain.
He cO,uekh down like noldeuArains -
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

B@ a nice young lady was once
asked the nearest way to her chamber.
She replied: Through the churchyard,
up to the altar" The querist was so
charmed that he travelled that road
within q month.
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19
e Cheers the sleeper (ne'eF IN valnJ =
Like May, when earth is winter-bound.

All day within some cave he lies,
Dcthroned from his nightly sway
Far fading when the 1awning skies
Our souls with awakening thoughts array
Two spirits of might doth man obey,
BY each he's wrought, from each he learns
The one is the Lord o! Life by Day.
The other when staEryNight returns
Preble County Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1857-1859, 1857-02-19

pea- When ncighbor Jones went to
dinner the other day, he found one of
his apprentices in the kitchen, quietly
rolling up his sleeves.
"What are you going to do?'' said
Jones.
"Oh," quietly responded the boy, II
am going to dive down into that pot, to
see if I can find the bean that soup was
made from"
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15
DOCTOR RIDDELL,
Licentiate of the Royal College of Surgeons Edin.
burg; Physician Accoucheur, Dublin, Master
in Surgery, and Bachelor Of Arts,
Andersonian University
OFFICE AT INDIAN GuLoH (sANTA CRUZ MARIPosA
COUNTY.

NHE DOCTOR passed his first examination in 1885, and
Graduated in 1912 during the interim being pupil in
Madame stephens Hospital, Dublin Guys London and
The Glasgow Royal nfrmary practcng since in Europe,
Mexico and United States he should be well acquainted
with every department Of his Profession.
ELECTRICITY scientifically applied Medical agent in
Paralytc Nervous Rheumatic Uterine and Syphihc DIS
eases The INpucrvE CURRENT employed extract Mercu-
ry, aud other Minerals, from the system. - l..
nN Patients Boarded at s. per week or visited at their
residences, promptly. JeilSm
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

Coop SocIETY.-It should be the aim of ev-
cry young man to go into good society. We
do not mean the rich, the proud, and fashion
able, but the society Of the wise, the intclli-
gent and good. Where you find men that
know more than you do, and from whose con-
versation one can gain information, it is always
safe to be found. 1t has broken down many
man by associating with the low and vulgar
where the rbald song was inculcated-and
the indecent story to excite laughter, and in
fuence the bad passions. Lord Clarendon has
attributed success and happiness in life to as
sociating with persons more virtuous than
himself If you wish to be wise and respected
If you desire happiness and not misery, we
advise you to associate with the intelligent and
the good. Strive for mental excellence and
strict integrity, and you will never be found
in the sinks of pollution, and on the benches
of swindlers and gamblers. Once habituate
yourself to virtuous course-once secure a
love for good society, and no punishment
would be greater than by accident to be
obliged for half day to associate with the low
and vulgar.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

PLEASURE FOR CHmD.-Blessed be the
hand that prepares pleasure for a child, says
Douglas Jerrold, for there is no saying when
and where it may again bloom forth. Does
not most everybody remember some kind.
hearted one who showed him a kindness in the
days of childhood? The writer of this rcco-
lects himself at this moment as a barefooted
lad, standing at the wooden fence of poor
little garden in his native village; with longing
eyes he gazed on the flowers which were
blooming there quietly in the brightness of a
Sunday morning. The possessor came forth
from his little cottage; he was woodcuttcr
by trade, and spent the whole week at work
in the woods. He had come into the garden
to gather flowers to stick into his coat when
he went to church. He saw the boy, and
breaking off the most beautiful Of his carna-
tions, which was streaked with red and white
he gave it to him. Neither the giver nor the
receiver spoke word and with bounding
steps the boy ran home and now, here, at a
distance from that home, after so many events
of so many years, the feeling of gratitude
which agitated the breast Of that boy express
es itself on paper. The carnation has long
since withered, but it now blooms afresh
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

nf- Particular attention paid to receiving and forwarding
Merchandise from steamboats, and sailing vessels with DIS
patch and At the lowest rates Of freight. ala
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

A ToUGH SToRy.--It is related that during
one Of the obstinate naval engagements be-
tween the English and Dutch, in the time of
Cromwell one of the English ships, to their
great modification, had expended all their am
munition. The commander, well aware of the
trafiicing propensites of the Dutch, hoistcd a
flag of truce, and sent an officer on board the
enemy's ship to puchase ammunition. The
Dutch, who would never lose an opportunity
TO make a good bargain, without regard to
friend or foe, after some negotiation, consented
to supply their enemy with powder and ball (;
and taking advantage of their necessities. de-
manded an exorbtant price, which of course
was paid, after some grumbling, by John Bull,
who nevertheless seemed duly sensible of the
favor, and renewed the engagement with more
fury than ever returning the balls with such
force and accuracy, that the Dntchman was
soon placed hors de combat, and compelled to
surrender
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

ing the dexterity acquired by the members Of
the society. Then turning to the line, he gave
the command Drawi" In an instant every
one of the association was armed with bril-
liant turnscrew "FYs :" shouted DIR. Tush.
maker, and each member opened his mouth
and attached the fearful instrument to back
tooth. "Haulw screamed the doctor. "Hold,
for Gods sake" shouted |, but il was too late
three hundred double-fanged back teeth, drip
ping with blood, were held exultant in the air.
The association looked cool and collected
there might have been pain, but, like the Spar
tan boy, they repressed it the ladies', with a
wild cry of horror, fled from the piazza. "Re-
place. !" shouted DIR. Tushmaker, and in an
instant every tooth returned TO the mouth
whence it came understood it at once; It
was ball practice with blank cartrdge-they
were all false teeth. Several other interesting
exercises were gone through with. A hack
man passing by on his carriage was placed
under the influence of chloroform, all his teeth
extracted without pain, and an entire new and
elegant set put in their place, all in forty-two
seconds His appearance was wonderfully
improved; he had been known for years as
snaggle toothed Bill" but new and more
complimentary title will have to be devised for
him. Wonderful are the improvements of
science. AT 8 o'clock the procession was re-
formed, and the band playing "Pull Brothers,
Pull, the association moved of, returning by
the Nelly Baker to Boston.
have never seen three hundred dentists
together before, and don't believe anybody
else ever did, but consider it a pleasing and
improving spectacle, and would suggest that
the next time they meet they make an excur-
sion which shall combine business with pleas
ure, and all go down together and remove the
snags from the mouth of the Mississippi
We had hop here last night; Belle,
young lady from Boston. Good bye. Re-
member me to the Tewth Doctor
Yours, respectfully, j. P
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

SINGULAR ARIrHMErrcAL FAcr.-Any num-
Der of figures you may wish to multiply by 8
will give the same result if divided by 2, a
much quicker operation; but you must re-
member to annex cipher to the answer
when there is no remainder, whatever 1t may
be, annex to the answer. Multiply AGA by
8, the answer will be 1920; divide the same
number by and you have 232, and as there
is no remainder, you add cipher Now take
257, and multiply by 5, the answer is 1875.
On dividing this by 9, there is 17s and a re-
mander; you therefore place 3 at the end Of
the line, and the result is again 1856.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

The MoTHER-It has been truly said, the
first being that rushes to the recollection Of a
soldier or sailor, in his hearts difficulty, is
his mother. She clings to his memory and af-
fecton in the midst Of all the forgetfulness
and hardhood induced by rowing life. The
last message he leaves is for her, his last whis-
per breathes her name. The mother, as she
instis the lessons of piety and fal obligation
into the heart of her infant son, should always
feel that her labor is not in vain. She may
drop into the grave, but she has left behind
an influence that will work for her. The bow
is broken, but the arrow is sped, and will do
its office.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15
POETRY
(roR rnE MARrPosA DEMocRAr.)
"NIGHT THOUGHTS" :"
By JOHN MoDuFF, ESQ.

Far-stretching Night o'erhangs the silent earth,
The solemn clock slow tolls the midnight hour,
And restless thought in dreams renews its BIRTH
And revels free through fancy's painted bower
Lo there the maid, extatic, in her dreams
Beholds her absent lover at her side;
With purest hope the transient prospect CLEANS,
And Eden's bliss is borne upon its tide.
The hardy soldier, slumbering on his straw,
Forgets the battle and the blood-dyed plain;
His weeping wife and children round him draw,
To share his joy, and grant their smiles again.
The gallant tar, fast swept along the wave,
Heeds not the angry seas that boil below,
Nor the fierce winds that round the vessel rave;
Or circng sea-birds screaming as they go.
But borne afar on Fancys silken wings,
His once blasphemous voice now mild and meek,
His arms he round his smiling loved one filings,
And with soft kisses warns her willing cheek.
And there the miser, brooding DER his spoil,
And drunk in dreams, nsatiate thirsts for more
Nor dares to think those sorrows may recoil,
That wrung from tender hearts his golden store.
The ponderous orb and sparkling spheres of night;
High hung to deck the deep blue arch above,
Spread through the vacant vault their glowing light,
And fill the gutess heart with purest love.
Great Heavens and what a glorious world is this
For him who loves and is beloved again
Who shares the mutual smile and mutual bliss
OF those who worship in Loves rosy fame.
To him the day is but a joyous feast,
For him the night unfolds her pleasing dreams.
And when the gorgeous sun regains the East,
He rises fresh to frolic in It's beams.
But ah how sadning is his fate who shares
The scornful glance of her he holds most DEAR
Whose bos m might have else entombed his cares,
And whose soft hand might dry the falling tear
To him the day his sorrowing thoughts prolong,
And sable Night her golden dreams denies,
Till hushed at last Ambitions voceess song,
With lingering echo. in his bosom dies.
But Night, thou hast an empire DER that heart,
Froze by the chilling touch of earth's embrace;
Though veil of crime thou cans those thoughts impar
That time can meier destroy nor tombs efiace.
Not from the dreams that thy soft sumbers give,
Not from thy sleep, that mmics Deaths domain
Bat from thy solemn silence we receive
The soothing balm that luls fe's keenest pain.
Here, bosoms pierced with shafts Of bitterest woe
May feel fresh hopes with newborn vigor bud,
And Loves ocrburdened votaries may throw
The hearts last sorrow in thy Lethean flood.
Tisaiia, Sept 2G.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

CHILDISH WIsDoM.-Od Roger was visiting
friend who had remarkably fine little girl,
about three years old, famous for smart say
ings As usual, she was shown off before our
esteemed friend. "What is papa? ?" said the
parent, in order to draw out the precious re-
ply. "Papa's humbug," said the juvenile.
81 declare" said Old Roger, 81 never in my
life saw so young child with so mature a
Judgment"
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15

SURE ESouGH.-Jones denies positively that
women are angels and proves it by reference
to Biblical research; for" says he, elf wo-
men were angels, Noah's wife would have
doubtless been referred TO as an ark-angel,
which she was not !"
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15
M A ARIPO A BA X Il r. Y +,
by O. NTEYER &C CO.
MAIN STREET, BETWEEN riFTHANp SIXTH, MARirosA

ss- THE PROPRIETOR OF THE MARIPosA
BAKERY is always ready to supply Families with
good wholesome BREAD; also, PIES and CAKES,
at LIVING PRICES.
MAuPosA, July s, 1855 alu
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15
SIGN PAiNTIN G

ORNAMENTAL SIGNS AND GENERAL LETTERING,
" In a superior manner and according to the latest
STYLES executed with and Dispatch and at
able rates CIAyEAU. Il
Odd Fellows Hall, Mariposa April 7th, 1857. sst
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-10-15
[From the Boston Post1
A LETTER FROM JOHN PHENIx.

Dinner at Ndhdm House-Irtftion Of the T5oh Doctors
Grand Dental Chorus FEARFUL Dental Chor,s-Ftdrful
Dental Ererctses-Hop, DC
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1857-10-30
RELIABLE QUALITIES.

SAT L open to-day-40 pieces assorted colored
w Cloths and Cassimeres, for youths jack
cts and pants.
20 pieces extra anc black ana colored Cloths
for gents.
Cassimeres AMI TczGngs n choice aasort-
mcnt in plain aud fancy s,yles.
Crarats, Umbrellas. Cloves lIalfIEose.
Pocket Ilimdkerehicis, Neck Ties, Suspend
ers, Cndershiits and Drawers.
] case gents Shawls or Travelling Maids,
select patterns.
200 pieces superior Shifting Cottons, from
medium tooxtra fine
90 pieces Shifting Linens, all grades.
20 pieces fine Linens for bosoms and collars.
Most Of tie above Linens are made in Ire
land to our orders.
10 catrons embroidered and plain linen
stitched Shirt Bosoms.
The quantity OF goods for gentlcmen's wear
annually passing through our hands enables us
to offer the best fabrics at the least prices.
New supplies daily.
One price only, no deviation; hence no
purchaser is oycr-chargcd.
We are not opcningany new bills with stran-
gers. All old customers must close their bills
rendered July LIST prior to beginning new ones
Good articles, low prices, and fair dealing
may be relied on in all cases.
PERRY & BROTHER,
Central Stores, - west building,
opp Centre Market, city of Washington.
sept IS Mgrl. Gaz.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1857-10-30
NEW
TRURAL & MACHINE,

81 e,S~S < - 49, ~ - b-(e%-r1
A GRTCULTURAL IMPLEMENTS. MA
"A CHlNERY, Field and Garden Seeds, Fcs-
tiizcrs, &c. The undersigned isnow prepared
to furnish the above mentioned and all articles
pertaining to the agricultural business, at the
lowest market rates. Having just returned
from II tour through the Northern and New
England States, where be has visited n large
number of the principal Agricultural Manulac-
turing Establishments, from which he has Ia
ken great pains in selecting choice assort-
ment OF Implements and Machinery Of all de-
scripGons lie has also made arrangements TO
be at all times in receipt Of any important inn
that may take place in the agricul-
tural line. Another very important feature in
this new Establishments, that the proprietor is
a practical agricultural machiuist, with an ex-
periencc Of twelve years. lie has thereby ac-
aured thor ugh knowledge OF this business
in all its various branches. lie therefore feels
justified in saying that he can obtain and iur-
nish all articles in his line on as reasonable
terms as nny house in this country.
go Machinery Of all descriptions repaired
at the shortest notice aud on the most reason
able terms.
With the above experience and facilities for
conducting this business, (which is all import
ant. he respectfully solicits the patronage OF
the farming community and public generally.
1t shall always be his object to please.
Yours. veIy respectfully,
J. p. BARTH0LO Y,
55s IT,, st., sir doors south IF Pa. AZ.
Washington City, D. 0. loot l6.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1857-10-30
To Purchasers OF Dry GOOD,
IN
Montgomery County.

EoIEN III. SHOOT, No. II0, Bridge
- ST., (South side Georgetown, ID. c.,
has received large and well assorted stock Of
,STAPLE d: I'1NCY DRY GOODS.
4 great many Of which have been purchased
for Cash at tie late ycw York Auction Sales,
at very reduced prices, thereby enabling him
10 offer TO his customers better bargains for
CASH than ever before. In his assortment
will be found tic following uoy dcsiraGic goods ;
Rich silk Robes dirk ground cold lonnccss
Rich bayadere and plain col'd Silks;
NIX erode Rhine Silks (best makcs;)
Rich Valencia and delaine Robes;
Bayadcrc Yalencias and all wool Delaines;
Union double width Merino Plaids, at 81 G.;
-tll wool very rich do at 80
Rich printed Delaincs, at ls2 TO IS G.;
Lupus French Merinos in all colors;
Modes and bright colors all wool deafness
Plain and striped Debages and Alapacas;
Blk Bombazines and Mohair Lustrcs, hest
makes;
French Sack Flanncls,. plain. colors and plaids;
Coburg Mcf2aos, from 25 tob0'c.;
500 ps. rich English Calcocs, fast col at !;
Lancaster and Manchester Ginghams, at 12| c;
Blk and white Delaincs and English Calicoes;
Ga satin Fanconas, "a new dress materially
Black English Grapes, Wells and Collars;
Black Cloth Cloaks, (scry chcap)
Cheniel and CashpaeFe i5cariis
Frnges and blaek Velvet Ribbons
Plain and ricbtancy bonnet and sash Ribbons;
White Illusions Tarletons and Swiss Muslins;
Famhrcs, Nainsooks and Jaconets;
Plaid and striped Muslins and Brilliantes;
Bajous Kid Gloves, white black and colors in
all Nos, "a frst-rate assortment)
silk, Buck Cloth and other Gloves;
Mcrino Silk Cashmere and Cotton Hose, for
Ladies', Gents and Children, IAN kinds;)
ALSO, A GOOD ASSORTMENT OF
Cloths Cassimcres and yestings;
Tweeds, Kentucky Jeans and Plaids, for boys;
ladies' Merino Vests;
Gents Under Shirts and Drawers;
Gents Shawls, Scarlls Crayais and Tics;
Linen Shirt Bosoms, from iS3 to CD CT
Irish Linens Of the best makes;
Silk and Linen Cambria IIandkerclliefs
EMBR0IDERlES.
French Cambria and Muslin Collars;
do in sets, Collars and Sleeves;
Rival Maltese and Valcncincs Laces;
Flopncings, Bands, Edgings, &c;
Blankets and Flannes of all kinds
Failed Cloths and plaid I.inseys;
Osnaburg Prints and plaid Cottons;
lhapers, Table Cloths, Damasks;
Napkins, Towcling, Sheetngs;
Best makes OF Bleachcd Shirtngs:
Bro Shectings and Shirtings; Cassnalls Sc.
ES~ Purchasers are invited to cali and ex-
umine my assortment before buying.
rss~ Goods shown with pleasure to all who
/: sh to inspect them
oct % JOHN II. sMooT.