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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

Rurus K. PORTER, ESQ, an old and
highly respected member CT the WASH
inSton County Bar recently died; and
at the setting of the the Court at Ma
ehias last week, appropriate Resolutions
were passed at meeting of the Bar
The deceasc of Mr.. Porter was announc-
ed to the Court by Hon. j A. Lowell,
with some interesting "reminiscences of
. long ago" and highly eulogistic Of the
deceased. Judge Appleton made some
betting the occasion.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

Provisions in Iowa are higher than in
Maine.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

THE brig Andrew Peters which ar
rived at New York on Saturday from
Cienfuegos. experienced very severe
weather. On the 9th inst, the ice had
so accumulated on the vessel as to sink
her by the head Is inches, and it rcGuir
cd efforts of all hands to keep her clear
until she reached port, during which time
nearly one hundred tuns of ice was cast
from the vessel.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

IT is now stated that the electors of
Wisconsin cast their vote on Wednesday.
succeeding the first Tuesday of Deccm-
Der, and despatched q messenger with the
same TO Washington, net doubling that
their proceedings were entirely legal.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

u The Steamer Geo. Law arrived al
New York the 18th bringing California
dates to Dec. Doth. She brought 81,
100000 in specie. The Supreme Court
had declared the entire sta'e debt uncon-
stitutional. Markets were dull, and
mining news favorable.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

THr State Of Maine, newspaper. has
entered the new year by donning entire
new suit; and it is as full of news items.
commercial information and interesting
reading, as an " egg is Of meat"
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

u The next Probate Court in this
county will be held in Ellsworth on the
first Wednesday of Feb.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

- Coy. B:ssall was inaugurated on
Monday last. Illinois gave him hand :
some majority over Richardson, the
Douglas aad Nebraska candidate.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

THE REV. II. c. Esrrs delivered a
lecture before the Lyceum on Tuesday
evening, which gave unusual satisfaction
The subject, The different conceptions
of human greatness. was good one.
and received at the hands Of the lecturer
a skillfnl and able treatment. /, oceu-
pied about oae hour and half in is de-
livery.
We have no doubt but that this lee
ture gave as good satisfaction to the aa-
dience, as one would delivered by most
any one of the star lecturers. 1t was
exceedingly we'll written. showing eli-
dcnce of great deal Of thought, and Of
careful Notwithstanding in quaint
and humorous expressions and happy il
Illustrations. We hope the lecturer will
be asked to repeat it in other places.
A CARD.-The Ellsworth Benevo-
len. Society hereby acknowledge the
receipt Of s5l,l presented by the ladies
composing the Committee OF Arrange
mcnts for the recent New Year Enter
tainment," it being the net proceeds
thereof; and we tender our sincere
thanks to all concerned, for this liberal
and timely donation, which we hope and
trust we shall be able to appropriate,
with strict economy to the purposes OF
the society. We also acknowledge our
Obligations to Albert Robinson and W.
II. Black for their practical interest in
the objects of our society, as evincod by
their generous and well-adapted presents
and to others who have assisted by do
nations Of clothing and other articles
and who have kindly invited the societ!
to meet at their respective homes,
Per Order,
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

LAND AGENT.
Noah Barker, of Exeter, 100
Walker, (pres. ineumbent,) "a
Scattering, l
STATE TREASURER.
Benz. ID. Peck of Portland, III
Isaac Reed, pres. incumbeno "a
Scattering, 6
Mcssrs. Barker and Peck were nomi-
mated in the Republican Caucus on the
first ballot by large majorities.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

- At the Temperance meeting last
Monday Evening, over fifty signed the
pledge. It was a very good meeting.
and good beginning has been made IN
fustherance oil the temperance cause.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16
Pubic LANDS.


Ihe report Of the Land Agent will be
srenittel to YOU; and you will learn
irom 1t the transactions Of the past year
and the condition OF thc public lands
and of all that relates to that department.
have not had an opportunity to exam
ia2 the same.
The present system Of managing our
lands, on the whole, SO far as l am able
10 judge, is wise and proper. The best
interests Of all require that the timber
lands should not be put into the market
ia quantities beyond the actual wants of
the community. 1t Is believed the laws
now regulating the sale Of the public
lands answer all present necessities. It.,
bowevar. any measure can be devised
which shall induce the settlement of the
public lands s liable for agricultural
purposes, it will commend itself to and
should receive y0ar cardi Il action We
have vast tracks OF land of unsurpassed
fertility, which. when made productive
by the husbandman. will add much to
wealth and power Of the State. If
that can be effected by any reasonable
system Of legislation, It is surely dosira-
l1a
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

. The Bangor journal is initiating
the slashing style which once distinguish
cd the Ns,p York H0au. To read the
Journal nowadays, and that paper on
ly, one would suppose that the world was
lettering. and would tumble into chaos
again, and that Republicans, Abotion-
lists, and all other naughty people out
side OF tn allied party of straight Wing
gerry and dead Democracy. were the ones
tha. are turning the world up side
down As we understand the matter.
the nearest thing to such catastrophe
is the prospect Of one Of its editors los
ing a salariel. office.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1857-01-16

those who engage in teaching, and for
other and important pursuits. Their i'm
portan nee Is as obvious as that of the com
':ton schools, though Of different charac-
ter. 50 Important have they been re-
ga'ded, that the constitution of the State
requires that the Legislature shall suita-
BY ead4lw them. The whole matter is
one of deep interest to the welfare of the
State. and as such is submitted to your
care AID attention.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
HURLEYsS SARSlPARILLA.
BE WISE IN TINE.

How many are there who, afflicted with disease
m an incipent stage, delay from time TO time having
recourse to some remedial agent, which would eff
ectuay arrest the further progress of disease, and
render the system mpregnable TO its insidious at
tacks is unfortunately too truethere are thsus-
snds who sink into an early grave-whereas at a
trlnlng expense they might have lived to good old
age Ii there be reliance to be placed in medicine
ana OF well attested establish beyond
the possibility Of doubt the curative properties Of
any one particular remedy, then Hurley's Sarsapa
rilla IS unqueston1bly the greatest medicine ever
introduced to an afflicted community. Hesitate
not therefore, to it, if suffering from any Of the
ills which flesh is heir to.--Herald, (Galuestsn,
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
TT We omit our usual Commercial

TT We omit our usual Commercial
reports this week, from Chicago and the
Eastern cities, IN consequence of the pres
sure upon our columns We woald say
however, for the information of our agri
cultural readers. that the price Of Wheat
and Flour both hal an upward tendency in
Chicago a. we'll as the Eastern cities at tn,
last dates by telegraph. y good export
demand existed in y. York for Flour.
But little Wheat has lccn sold in thi,
market the past week The article is firm
at present prices
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

ES MIR. 5. BcDD, we regret to learn. is
about to retire from the position of host al
the Edwards House, AMI return TO Niles
Mr.. b., during his short residence here. Ia,
made troops of friends. whose good will
and best wishes he carries with him.
His successor, Mr. GEO. b. SrEDMAx,
will adorn that or any other position he
may chose 10 occupy His open counte-
nance, polite address and suavity of man
ner cannot fail to render him cminently
popular with his boariers as well as the
travelling public He will be ably sustain
ed by his accomplished lady.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

CT CHARLIE. RHoDgs lied su denly Of
mania puto. at Moo.e's hotel, in this place.
Sunday night. An inquest was held upon
his body, but we did not inquire what the
verdict was, considering it immaterial, after
being assured by physician who witness
Ell the post norton examination of the
brain. conducted by physician of Ft
Wayne. brought by the brother of the de-
ceased with him for that purpose, that it
was well marked case of mania puto.-
Rhodes was recently married and leaves a
wife to mourn his sad fate, besides others,
perhaps, related by eonsanguinity. He
was comparatively stranger here. having
come here only few months since as an
employee of the Pittsburgh, IT. Wayne
and Chicago r. r., but had the appearance
of having been respectfully brought up
He has fallen in the prime of manhood q
victim of poisoned liquor; but none, we
fear, who have entered the charmed circle
will be admonished or warned by his fall
to desist.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
fr We had the homo, &c re.e;v;no

A We had the honor Of receiving a
call yesterday from f. w. JENKINS, ESQ.,,
Principal Of the Iron City Commercial
College. He was en-route to Chicago on
professional business, but had to lay over
here few hours in consequence of fail
ure in the eastern end of the road to con-
meet at this place. He informed us that
the College was in a high state Of prosper
ity, and that he had taken the premium at
the recent National Fair for the best Speci-
men of Penmanship.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
re- Mr. Rur-s Hrwrrr and lady

H Mr.. RuFus HEwETT, and lady, Of
the firm of cleveland k Hewett, started
for the eastern cities Tuesday When Mr.
II. returns we expect to have the pleasure
of announcing in our advertising columns,
to the numerous customers of the house,
the arrival of large and splendid stock
of goods, which, on account Of the hard
times and low price of produce, they will
sell for less profit than ever before.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
E The Rules and Reculations and

H The Rules and Regulations and
List of Premiums to be awarded at the Sd
annual Fair of the Marshall County Agri-
cultural Fair is given in another column.
Many of the County Fairs in different
parts of the State have already been held.
The exhibitions Of fruit and vegetables,
productions of the farm and dairy, agricul-
tural and mechanical implements, fine
stock of all kinds, female equestrianism,
DC, &c., are proudly spoken of and COM
mented on by the local press. The citi-
zens of Marshall, especially farmers, will.
we trust. place it in tic power of the press
here to give crcditable account of their
County Fair for 1851 From every quar-
ter we receive glowing accounts of the in
creasing interest and zeal manifested by all
classes in County Fairs. The attendance
in every instance has been unprecedentedly
large, and the receipts in proportion, reach
ing nearly $1,000 in some instances.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
Ee- Some disyracelul scenes, we hca

EE- Some disyracelul scenes, we hear,
were enacted last Sunday, short distance
west of town, on the rail road grade, in a
house in which the rowing cyprians we re-
ferrei to last week had taken up quarters.
Several fights occurred during the day. and
after nightfall an Irishman was heard to
cry murder Justify Where were the off
GERS! Or is it unconstitutional to interfere
with such people in their enjoyments?
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
Serious Accident on the Laporte and Ply
mouth Road.

As our paper was going to press yestcr-
day, reports reached here that the morning
train going north had ran off the track a
bout three miles from this place. by which
accident the fireman, name unknown, was
Instantly killed, and the baggage master
GEo. EDWARDS, very seriously injured, hav.
ing both his legs broken and terribly man
gled. The engineer escaped unhurt, as die
all the passengers, we understand. We
could not learn the cause of the accident.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
r.zz- The communication over the sien,

EE The communication over the sigma
ture of "W" on our first page to-day is
entitled to consideration from she friends
of education, and especially from such as
may contemplate embarking in the respon-
sible profession of School Teacher. II
cannot be denied that teachers more fire.
quently fail in consequence Of not under.
standing how to govern school than
from a want of learning.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
Ef- Flour is selling here. we unl

re- Flour is selling here, we under
stand at 50 % per cwt Wheat is too
low in proportion. Farmers instead OF
selling their wheat should get it manufac-
turc,l, and at q cts. a ID. for the -four they
will receive enough over 81 per bush
ell for their wheat to pay them for the ex-
ira trouble, provided the mills do their
duty.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

In this county, on the 18th ult, Mr.. THoxAs
GaAr, aged sixty nine years and twenty-five days.
On the 4th inst, Miss CLARIssA Ann GRAy, aged
eighteen yeas, FIVE months and eighteen days
On the I4sh inst, Mrs CLAnssA GsAr, aged fifty
eight Years seven months and eight days.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

re- Rec, SMITH Il Co. by some means
continue to attract crowds of customers.
Is it the beautiful style and excellent quail
ity of their goods, or the Glow price at
which they sell, that constitutes the mag
net? Both, they say. Shouldn't won
der."ess - y
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

re- r. NJ. BRowN, IL Co., are in re-
ceipt of large stock of Stoves Of every
pattern and quality, which they are selling,
in consequence of the hard times, remarka-
bly low.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

@ NJ. French. Esq. has placed us
under obligations by handing us late Gin
cinnati paper. He also handed us some
fine specimens of Fears and tomatoes grown
upon his grounds in that place.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

kE Doct. GRETHER has determined to
leave this place and locate in some other
portion of the country. We regret, as
well as many others, to lose him as citi-
zen. ~
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

Ec- Does not fresh beef sell cent or
two too high here in proportion to the price
paid for cattle? Profits should not be ex
horbitant these hard times. Consumers
may revolt if too hardly oppressed.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
Ey The train from the east was sew

al hours behind time Tuesday evening in
consequence of collision with a freight
train at Louisville, Ohio, seven miles east
of Canton. Nobody hurt much, but the
Locomotives and some of the cars in both
trains were injured more or less.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
Brick for Sale.

Mrs. CATnARISE LoLMAUGH, residing Sc
ven miles south of Plymouth and one mile
west of Armstrong; saw mill, has two
large kilns of excellent brick, which she is
selling at So per thousand.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

Es- Hill has done big business during
the recent hot weather, in the way of deal
ing out Ice Cream. 1t is useless to saw
that he understands how to make it, as al
most every body has tried it.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

E The Emporium of Fashion. kept
by Messieurs r. DAVIDSON d Co., is full
Of all kinds Of furnishing goods, Of every
quality and price. The man Of large or
small means can alike be suited there
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

r. s. & NJ. BEcKEa have moved round
On Michigan street, in room No. 2, of Cor
bins new block. where they are opening a
spl1nd;d lot of Clothing, Dry Goods. &C.,
Sc They sell extremely low.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
A scHOIARsHIP

In The Iron City Commercial College for SALE
For particulars in regard to this institution see ad
vertisement in another column. Enquire at the
REPUBLICAN 0RFIcE. 4 f
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

~ Mr.. JOHN l.. WEsrERvELr started
east Monday to purchase his fall and win
ter stock Of Goods. If he fills the new
building he has erected this season, down
BY the bridge, he will have to buy largely.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
. The circulation of {

E The circulation OF the REPUBLICAN
Is constantly increasing and therefore af-
for'is an excellent medium of advertising
TO the business men of this anil other pls-
ces- We do not insert any, however, for
less than our terms, and invariably
take them ont when they cease to paw
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

re- Our young friend, GEORGE RoLEAu,
has pulled up stakes, in spite of all we
could say, and gone to Eldora. Iowa.
May you prosper any how, George.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
1;rfa! VfpafiHrsis


Blank Deeds, Mortgages, and Magistrates Sum
mons, subpenas' and Executions, just printed on
new clear and beautiful type, in the best style, ard
or sale at the RErusIIcAS OFFICE
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

re- The beautiful boquct sent us by
Mrs. MARY BUFruN was very acceptable
May her happiness never be overcast by
dark clouds
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
WOOD AN > COUNTRY PRODUCE.

Fire Wood and most kinds of Country Produce
taken in payment Of subscription to the Rkrus
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

The above is only one of many complimentary
notices that reach US concerning the reliability Of
the Rising Sun Company The satisfactory ad
ustments and speedy pay of osses by this company
have given them an enviable reputation wherever
they have transacted business, The long expert
ence and superior ability of the officers, together
with the great care exercised by agents, will &c
count for the unparalleled of this company
We hope to see our citizens patronize Indiana com
panies, when they give evidence of their abil ty tt
settle all losses in preference to any foreign com
parties. Mr.. w. T. Pepper is agent for this compa
nv, as well as some others, and as he devotes hi
entire time and attention to this business, person,
who wish to effect insurance would perhaps find ]
to their interest to give him a call-EUansriH
Enquirer.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17

WE keep on had Upper. Nip, Calf Sheep
ri nix Skins, &C., &c. Those Who use Sole Lssth-
er must remember is awful high.
April %, 1857. c. WHIfMOkks 4g't
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
INSURANCE.

The Rising Sun Office has met quite number oil
losses here, but all have been promptly adjusted
and paid. This Company is now no doubt one Of
the best doing business in the State 1t confines it.
business exclusively to this State, and its director.
and officers, all prompt, energetic, business men
exercise careful supervision over its affairs. L
is rather a delicate matter for an editor to recon-
mend persons to insure with particular company
because, of course, he cannot always know what il
precise condition is But so satisfied are we of tn,
solvency and promptitude of the Rising Sun, tina
We have insured in It quite largely ourselves
Ner Albany Ledger.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
' ME subscriber has opened new and well SC
lccted stock of
Dry Goods, Groceries,
Hard ware,
Qucenswarc, &c, &c,

in the village Of UMoyrowy, Marshall County, Ind
Which he il offering to the public low, f'I
"Ready Pay,"a the same quality of Goods can bt
bought in the county.
His stock embraces the usual variety to be found
in country store, and having been very CAREFUL,
selected and bought for cash he thinks he can make
it to the interest of all residing in the surrounding
neighborhood to buy of him.
IL No Credit in any case except upon specia
agreement N
~ He will take all kinds of Country produces
for Goods, and will pay the Plymouth marke
price for Wheat, less cost of transportation
Aug. 20, 81 ROBERT BLAKELY.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1857-09-17
RESIDENT DENTIST.
Dr.. A. MATTINGLYs

HAVING permanently loca- <
ouffD ted in Plymouth, offers his UIlIID
services to the citizens of the town and vicinity in
the various branches of his profession.
Incorruptble Teeth, inserted upon Gold, Plati-
ma or Silver Plate.
Filings of Chrystaline Gold, Gold or Tin Foil.
Particular attention given to extracting difficult
teeth and fangs. Chloroform administered in
painful operations when required
Filings replaced without additional charge.
Charges moderate in all cases. All work war
ranted as represented. 81
&c OF f G T. south side Gano street, east
of Michigan. July 30, 81.
The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1857-02-21
Proposals for Erecting the Post once and
Court-hou G at indianapolis, Indiana,
TREASURY DEPARTsEHr,
WashingtOn. peveinher Il. 1856,


PROPOSALS win be received department 18th
day Of February H. 1851, II O'Clock, noon con-
stucuon OF the oco
al ndtaa according to the and specifications
epasa az ths department; said
whole building, or fer different bills OF
parcels mus IN accompany
KILN VI wok and the total amount carried the department
vng the right 70 reject
w any parts thereof when deems
requires III the department also
bids or 10
will faithfully perform which then have al
tempted to obtain by ndirecon shall
paes IN interest VINO do not join in to bids and all bids
upon investigation, are below work,
Bids will contract will be award
ed TO bidder unless department of be
prices OF the dfeEt Kinds of
subject TO the revision OF NAV adop The
whole or part The bid the United States
require. - ~ ~ may
Ninety per cent of the done and materials
by me estimate Of Of the department appointed
ha pupose Willie paid work
yen per Gent retained until the completion of the
acceptance OF the work, aforesaid and be for
ieiled IN the event oil -uliinent contract
Oontac VIII De awarded only mechanics
nc theeof except By of
me treasury, VIII oe q Forfeiture of the : n
Eacn proposal mos be accompanied written guarantee
signed py Two Responsible PERSONS die United
oon Judge or attorney OF the said dsc3 in
So,oo f the whole work, proporonate amount If for
y PITT that the bidder will, required, proposal be-
eepted enter into sufficient
secnriies for its faithful, performance. '
Form OF bond and be
cation 10 the depaf,npn. =, 'rfN
Plans specifications, working drawings will be ready after
y days. whcn they can be had application depart
No sS wiH be considercd fully couptes in o n.
"i.a she requirements Of tais advertisement = ~
must De sent tn this department. to the
Indianapolis Post Office and a will be onen.a -,
~ O'CLOCK M OF the last day receiving The
JAMES GUTHRIE,
p.,,s o,,,1p, Secretary Of the Treasury