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White Cloud Kansas chief. [volume] (White Cloud, Kan.) 1857-1872, 1857-09-24
The Great American-The Giant Of the
World.

Some weeks ago we gave few facts in re-
gard to the weight and dimensions of Miles Oar
den, and promised our readers, through the court
esy of friend in Henderson county, furtheritems
of interest. The friend we referred to was the
Rev. John Brooks, whose veracity, we believe,
has never been questioned by any one. He writes
as follows:
"Mr. Darden was born in North Carolina, in
the year 1898, and departed this life at his resi-
dence in Henderson county, Tennessee, on the
23d day of January, 1857, in the 59th year of
his age.
He joined the Baptist church in early life, and
shortly after emigrated to Tennessee, where he
connected himselfwith what is called the Christ
ian church, but had not been a member of any
church for years past, but was moral and fond Of
conversing on religious subjects. He was an
obliging and kind neighbOr, and fond Of compa-
ny. Abont Is years ago he joined the order Of
Masons. He was twice married. His children
are very large, but probably none of them will be
more than half the weight of their father He
was quite active and lively, and labOred until a.
bout four years ago, when he became 80 Aesby
that he was compelled TO stay at home, or 10 be
hauled about in a two horse wagon.
ain ls49 he made a contract with tailor to
furnish him & suit of clothes for $5O-the cloth
was to cost IS per yard. Upon measurement
it took - yards Of cloth. So the tailor lost SO
and the making. The tailor states that three
men, each weighing over 900 pounds, put the
coat on, buttoned it around them, and walked
across the square at Lexington. In 1850 il took
49, yards Of FAX cloth, a yard wide, to make
him coat = took is yards Of eambric fer his
shroud; - yards of balck velvet to cover the
sides and lid Of his coffin, and l26 feet of plank
to make his coffin.
"ETis coffin was eight feet long; across the
breast 30 inches; across the head le inches; a.
cross the foot IL inches; in depth IS inches
He weighed, in 1854, 81 pounds. His height
was seven feet six inches. His weight, when he
died, as nearly as could be ascertained, was
fraction over l,OO0."-JaeEson (TsHn.) Wkig.
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msis done!
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ace.
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me;
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White Cloud Kansas chief. [volume] (White Cloud, Kan.) 1857-1872, 1857-09-24

The Indiana Auditor of State, ]. w. Dcdds,
spells Jackson, JarOa- The editor Of ne anti
Bright paper in Jackson County, protests against
the innovation, While he eonfesses adnirAtionof
the Auditors talent for breviy. Jazon. Sage
Of the Hermitage:
White Cloud Kansas chief. [volume] (White Cloud, Kan.) 1857-1872, 1857-09-24

Senator Rusk was the son Of a very poor Irish
enigraut, who settled in South Carolina, On land
belonging to John C. Calhoun. he vas stone
cutter by trade.
White Cloud Kansas chief. [volume] (White Cloud, Kan.) 1857-1872, 1857-09-24
MtiisttHalruns.
From the Leavenworth Journal.
CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION
LEcoMPToN, K. IT,
Saturday, September 9, 1857. !


Saturday, September 8, 1857.
FIRST DAY.
The Convention elested to frame Constitu-
ton for the future State of Kansas, met here on
Monday last, and took their seats at o'clock,
Pm
DR.. LitteI, of Bourbon, was nominated tenn
porary Chairman.
Mr.. Thomas c. Clark was appointed Secretary
pro tenn, and Mr.. Wallase, door-keeper pro TEN.
On motion Of Mr.. Hugh NJ. Moore, of Leav-
enSorth,-a Committee on Credentials was ap-
pointed, consisting of Mr.. Moore, himself; Ma
jor L. S. Boiling, of Douglas; DR.. Lykens, of Ly
kens; DR.. Hamilton, of Bourbon; and w. Ad-
kens, of Atchison.
To this Committee was referred the general
certificate of the Territorial Secretary, affirming
that the members named in the list submitted by
him had been duly elected.
After the adoption, on motion of Mr.. Jenkins,
Of Marshall, Of q resolution providing that the
officers of the Convention consist of President,
. President pro tenn, q Secretary, an Assistant
Secretary, Reporter, Sergeant-at-arms, and
q DOOr-keeper; the Convention adjourned till
Tuesday morning, at ten O'Clock.
SECOND DAT.
The Convention met on Tuesday morning, &C
cording to adjournment.
Mr.. Moore, from the Committee OF Creden-
tials, reported that the Committee had examined
the evidence supplied to the Convention in ref
erenee to the right Of membership, and had in
..-,,.t,5 H., a. -a,,ort &c d,l- oIo.A.a 49,
Of the persons contained in the list furnished by
the Secretary Of the Territory, with two altera-
tions-one, correcting the spelling Of the name
OF Delegate, and the other, inserting the name
of Mr.. J. w. Randolph, as Delegate elected
from the County of Atchison, in place of Mr.. G..
W. Sweeney, resigned.
On motion of Mr.. McKown, the report was
received and adopted. The names Of the Dele
gate are, therefore, as follows:
Adkins, James Kookogee, S. J.
Blair, S. P. Ruykendall, James
Bryant, Milton E. Larey, P. H.
Bayne, Alexander Lykins, David
Boiling, L. s. Little, B.
Butcher, Harrison Matthews, VIM.
Bradford, ]. S. Moore, Hugh NJ.
Barlow, J. II. Martin, John w.
Christison, WIN. Mobsey. c. r.
Connell, lease McKown, G. W.
Chiles, Thomas oden, H. D.
Calhoun, John Oyerstreet, Geo.
Dolman. Cyrus REYNOLDS, Jas. ].
Doniphan, James Rively, NJ. P.
savis' VII Redman, Green =
Danforth' }. D. Randolph, is.
Eastin, Lueien J. Reid, s. G.
White Cloud Kansas chief. [volume] (White Cloud, Kan.) 1857-1872, 1857-09-24
WHITE CLOUD KANSAS THURSDAY SEPTEMBER a. 1851

Sd. Division Of PSssr.
4th- Legislative Powers
5th. Executive Powers.
9Th. Judiciary:
18th. Elections.
9Th. Militia.
9th. Inferior Ofiesrs.V Ill
10th. Religion
llth. Finance
18th. Education.
18th. Internal Improvement.
18th. Slavery.
18th Anaudnnanta
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25
THE USE OF LABOR.

There is a perennial nobleness and
even sacrednesss in work. Were he
never so benighted, forgetful of his high
calling. there is always hope in man
that actually and earnestly works in
idleness alone there is perpetual de-
spair. Work, never so mammonish.
mean, is in communication with nature !;
the real desire to get work done will it,
self lead one more and more to Truth
TO natures appointment and regulations
which are truth.
The latest Gospel in this worll is to
know thy work and to do it," "Know
thyself;" long enough has that poor
''self" of thine tormented thee; thou
wilt never get to know it, | believe -
Think it not thy business. this of know
ing thyself; thou art a unknowable indi-
vidual. Know what thou canst work at,
and work at it like an Hercules That
will be thy better plan.
1t has been written, can endless sig
ni6cance lies in Work." man perfects
himself by working. Foul jungles are
cleared away. fair seeds rise instead.
and stately cities; and, withsl. the man
himself first ceases to be q jungle. and a
foul unwholesoms desert thereby. Con-
slider how in the meanest sort Of Labor,
the whole soul of man is composed into
a kind of real harmony, the instant he
sets himself to work Doubt, Desire,
Sorrow, Remorse, Indignation, Despair
itself-all these, like hell dogs, lie be-
leaguering the poor soul Of the poor day
worker. as Of every man. but he pends
himself, with free valor against his task.
and sll these are stilled.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

"You Invent done, father?" said lit
tie Ann, in disappointed tone. 81
thought you were going 10 tell story.
You have been talking about yourself all
the time.''
III have been something of an egotist,
to be sure, my little girl. but l wanted
to show my dear young friend here how
much might depend on a rainy evening.
Life is not made all of sunshine. The
happiest and most prosperous must have
their seasons of gloom and darkness, and
woe be to those from whose souls no
rays ot brightness emanate TO gild those
darkened hours. bless God for the rain
as well as the sunshine. l can read his
mercy and love as well in the tempest,
whose wings obscure the visible gIories
of his creation. as in the splendor of the
rising sun, or the soft de1s that descend
after his setting radiance. began with
metaphor. said a rainbow was
drawn on the clouds that lowered on that
eventful day, and that it still continued
to shine with undiminished beauty
Woman. my children. was sent by God
to be the rainbow Of mans darker desli-
ny. From the glowing red, emblemalic
Of that love which warns and gladdens
his existence. to the violet, melting into
the blue Of heaven, symbolicaI of the
faith which links him to purer world,
her blending virtues, mingling with each
other in beautiful harmony. are token
of Gods mercy here. and an earnest Of
future blessings in those Iogicns where
no rainy evenings will ever come to OBJ,
scure the brightness Of eternal day"
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25
Gboite misttllmg.
tFron sharPe's Magauine.l
A RAINY EVENING.

a.
"A pleasant little group was gathered
rouud Uncle Ned 'sdomes:ic hearth. He
2 sat on one side of the Ere place, opposite
Aunt Mary. who with her book in hand.
watched the children seated at the table,
some reading, others sewing. all occupied
bat one. child "of larger growth" a
young lady. who. being guest of the
family, was suffered to indulge in the
pleasure "f idleness without reproof
-Oh J 1 love rainy evening" said
little Anna. looking up from her book.
and meeting her mothers smiling glance
cit is so nice to sit by good fire. and
hear the rain pat.ering against the win
dows. Only l pity the poor people who
have no house to cover them, to keep of
the rain and the cold"
"AndI love rainy evening TOO,
cried George. boy about twelve.
Il can study SO much better. My
thoughts stay at home, and don't keep
rambling out after the bright moon and
stars Ny heart feels warmer, and l
really believe l love everybody better
than do when the weather is fair.
Uncle Ned smiled. and gave the boy
an approving pat on the shoulder Every
one smiled but the young lady. who,
with a languid, discon.ented1 air, now
played with pair of scissors, now turn
ed over the leaves of book, then, with
an III suppressed yawn. leaned idly on
her elbow, aud looked into the ire.
And what do yoa think of rainy
evening. Eizsbelh?" asked Uncle Ned.
"i should like to hear your opinion Also"
-...IIhink ii ever dull and uninteresting,
indeed" answered she. 81 always feel
50 stupid. l can hardly keep myself a.
wake. One cannot go abroad, or hope
to see company at home. and one gets so
tired OF seeing the same faces all the
time. | cannot imagine what George
and Anna see 10 admire so much in
disagreeable rainy evening like this.''
'SupFSsing l tell you a story, to en-
hven you?" ssid Uncle Ned.
"ohl yes. father. please tell us sto-
ryl'' exclaimed the children, simuItaue
ously.
Little Anna was perched upon his
knee. asif by magic. and even Eliza
beth moved her chair, as if excited 10
some degree Of interest. George still
held his book in his hand, but his bright
eyes. sparkling with unusual animation,
were riyeted upon his uncle's face.
II am going to tell you story about
a rainy evening" said Uncle Ned.
''oh that will be so pretty !" cried
Anna. clappiag her hands. But Eliza
beth's countenance fell below zero. 1t
was an ominous anunciation. (
"fes, continued Uncle Ned, ga
rainy evening. But though clouds dark
er than those which now mantle the sky
were lowering abroad. and the rain fell
heavier and faster. the rainbow of my |
life was drawn most beautifully on those
dark clouds. and its fair colors still shine
most lovely on the sight. 1t is no long
er, however. the bow of promise. but
the realization of my fondest Dreams"
George saw his uncle cast an express
i've glance towards the handsome matron
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

A LITTLE AHEAD OF Us--We thought
it was only in New York. that "Relig-
ion" is all sham; but we read in late
English paper that
MANY prayer books are now sold in
London with lOoking-glas inserted in
the inner side Of the cover, in order
that ladies may arrange their hair or ad-
mire themselvts while using the book at
church -
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

That was fearful prayer of the infdet
sailor, in danger of shipwreck. 30.
God. if there be God, save my soul,
if ] have,a soul 20 But there is sublim-
ity and beauty in that of the soldier. on.
the eve Of battle. 30, God, ifin the day
of battle l forget Thee, do not Thou for
get me %
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aAoetrg.
From Mr.. Dyer's volume Of "songs and Ballads
THE HEART CAN TRUST NO MORE.

II Hopes once gone are gone forever,
They return not to the heart;
Though seek them. yet they never
Will again their light impart.
-, :, Thus, il loves first VOWS are broken,
Every dream of bliss is Ger:
Truth. sullied. is the token
- That the heart can trust no norei
Wealth and beauty, swiftly flying,
Outward griefs. can all he met;
While on piighted vows relying.
Nsia Fortunes frowns bring no regret.
But if truth has once departed.
Lsve's fond dreams Of bliss are DER;
Then. alas! the broken hearted
= RS Feels The heart can trust no morel
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER.
Life is a where some succeed,
While others beginning:
'Tis luck at times. at others speed,
-rr-sF That gives early winning.
Bat If yOu chance to fall behind,
-. Ne'er slaeken your enCeavor;
ss-4-t Just keep this wholesome truth in nine-a
'ris Better late than never.
Ifyou can keep ahead, It's we'll.
s. -. Bat never trip your neighbOr;
lsr lis noble when you excel
By honest, patient labor
.sss But. IL yOu 0utstripped at last,
Press on as hold as ever;
Remember. though yon surpassed,
r--I-Ff.l 'Tis better late than neverl
Ee'er labor for an idle beast
or victory DER another,
But while you strive your uttermost,
Deal fairly with a brother:
. - whateer your station do your best,
And hold your purpose ever;
And if you fail to beat the rest,
'Tis better late than neTerl
Sac Choose well the pSth in which you run,
Succeed by mol le daring:
Then. though the last. when once It's won,
Your crown is worth the wearing.
Then never fret If LEFT behind.
-ftf Nor slacken your endeavor;
But ever keep this trath in mind
Tis better late than never!
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

The Evansville Journal sa,s that the
Pinceton Clarion issued late number 3
day in advance to giUe boys IN the Office
chance 10 90 bunting on Saturday. The
Clarion says the true state of the case is
that its subscribers won't pay, and the
boys had to Be turned on mast day or
t,OO to HUs-they went hunting" hicko-
rYnuts.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

STRAY SHoT-There is no adhesive
label like nickname 7ia q
Waiting for dead mems shoes is in
most measures, a bootless affair !
Ladies generally shop in couples
When lady has any money 10 spend,
she dearly loves taking friend with
her to see her spend it
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

ERROR IN THE DATE.--A servant gill
fell against hot stove in such a manner
as to brand upon her arm the date which
happened TO be on the stove-l8G9. A
surgeon was sent for. who, however,
happened to be absent. and in his place
an assistant came: but VIII en- be saw the
date he shook his head, and said to him.
self: "There is no longer any help for
this; it is too old an injury.''-BostOn
Transcript.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

Let our churches have the windows
thrown vide open, top and bottom. on ,
both sides of the church, fer FIVE mirs>
utes after the close of The morning SER
vice, and the congregation, during the
afternoon, breathing pure air. will pass
through the service in much more ani-
mated condition than they do under the
present arrangement, in which they sit
for an hour and half, inhaling the same
poison gases and foul secretions, which
passed from their lungs in the forenoon
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

The Washington correspondent of the
New York Tfibuns says that several of
the Supreme Court Judges are getting
their opinions in the Dred Scott case
printed privately, and have revised them
to conform to the points of Judges Curtis
and Mclean. Chief Justice Tansy is al
tsring his nsateriatly,dRd Judge CatrOn
has suppressed some portions clearly Qa-
nOunced ia Tie Court
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

"All is right. l have
led the lady to the altar, and have
touched to-day her pretty little fortune
And that was the way. my dear sir.
married girl who wished to be loved
for herself alone. ."-Boston Gazetts.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25


DAMAGE TO THE CIGAR TRADE.-Some
lady, who has mere reverence for the
inspiration size draws from HelIcon than
for that imported from Havana. comes
down after the following style upon the
patrons Of the weed. Let her prayer be
answered, and large dealers in cigars
hedge on Maccaboy. or cave IN =
May never lady kiss his lips.
His proffered love returning,
Who makes furnace of his Eoush,
And keeps its chimney burningi y
May each true woman shun his sight.
For fear his fumes light choke her, f.,
And none but those who smose themselves,
Have kisses for snokerl
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POPULAR DELUsIoNs.- That man
can write readable article before he
understands grammar. punctuation, or
the art of preparing MS. for the press.
That we elevate ourselves BY attempt
ing to bring down and deprecate those
who are above US.
That other people and their private
affairsdifer from the great staple ofeon.
rersation among refined and properly
educated people.
That the girl Of fifteen can make up
for her general ignorance by incessant
gable.
That having acquired a fortune is
enough to entitle man to respect.
That it is in good taste TO wear jew
elry in profusion at breakfast or dinner.
That moustache indicates want Of
brains.
That the greatest talker are the great
est thinkers.-Punch.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

Treat man like dog and you make
him one.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1857-03-25

GAS WORKS IN GREAT BR1rAIS.-The
number Of gas works in Great Britain at
the present time is stated to be seventy
six, employing collectively capital
equal to s69s 800, 600, on which an
average annual dividend of 5 per cent.
is paid. The number ofpersOns employ
ed in the manufacture is about "a, 700.
The quantity Of gas annually produced
in these works is 10000, 100000 cubic
feet requiring for its production the con-
sumptioa of $50. 900 tons of bitumOua
coal. Owing to the greater cheaPness
of coal and labor in Great Britain, The
gas is furnished to consumers at 81 per
1000 cubic feet, about one fourth the
price raid in this country. ssom sTai
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1857-05-15

JUDGE LoRING TO REMovED.-As was expected,
the Committee on Foreign Relations in the Massa-
chusets Legislature, to which was referred the case
of Judge Lorng. made able report adverse to his
removal. minority report, by ten members OF the
Committee, of extremely Republican ideas, was made,
and this report was taken up and passed by the Lee
gislature on Tuesday of last week. The action of
the Legislature Isl with us, the occasion of no
prise. Its antecedents sufficient preparation for
anything that come afterwards. The body which
nullify the action of the Supreme Court, and can
give hundred thousand dollars of the dear peoples
money to &c bleeding Kansas" might amuse itself in
the lntelim of more supendous acts of injustice by
the removal of from Office for no better reason
shan because he did his duly The Boston Post says
Abolitiondom in Massachusetts is in extacies at
the action of Senate in passing the address for the
removal of Judge Loring. hat disunion Journal
the Worcester Spy, says that the Senate up to
the scratch noby, and glores in the treason. No.
thing will satisfy the ulras but bold measures-the
action that will bring the State authorities into col
ision with The Federal authorities Judge Loring's
only crime is obedience TO the supreme law of the
land; sustaining an act of Congress pronounced con-
stu'lonal by the highest tribunals of our county,
For this cause, abolition know nothing Senate
voted the address of removal and for this cause
abolition journals sustain it. This support of law
these ruling powers term degradation! How long
will the patriotism of Massachusetts allow such pro-
ceedings to disgrace her? How long will the intel
lgence of Massachusetts consent to be represented
by such ptiful treason.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1857-05-15
From the New York Journal Of Commerce,
The Habits Of Shads
nv ROBERT PELL.

yShad spawn on gravelly bottoms They will never
deposit their ova on muddy or movable surface
as they know we'll that they would not adhere
Young shad on their way to the ocean are rarely
seen on soft ground but only in the vicinity of gray
ell bottoms and rocky shore. Ihave seen hundreds
of thousands passing down the Hudson in the months
of July and August. Old shad commence ASCENDING
the Southern rivers in February and March and the
Hudson and Connecticut rivers in April Nav and
June coming directly from the deep sea in large
shoals searching for spawning ground, and imme.
datelv after the operation. swim with great rapidtv
the bottom towards the ocean, and if taken are
found thin and unfit for the table. Full shad when
they leave the sea, migrate 10 spawn beyond brack
sh water, and usually continue up the stream if the
bottom is suitable, until they are prevented by dam
or similar obstruction, which they never attempt to
overcome, as salmon do. The young shad from spawn
deposited by the April run of spawners when return
ing down the Hudson on their way to the ocean in
August, are about the size of large behring's Some
years since, in my vicinity the Hudson, two thou
sand shad were taken al single haul of the sein.
where now it is a rare occurrence to entrap three
hundred This fact plainly shows, that if the pres.
ent destructive system is pursued, the supply will
soon fail 10 meet the demand.
Two years since, artifcially mpregnated the ova
of shad thus. Having partially filled a pail with
water, took female Immediately from the river in
when the ova, some fifty thousand in number were
forced into the pail. The spermatc fluid of the male
was then in the same way caused to drop in the
same pail. and when thoroughly mixed together, the
color of the ova changed from glowing red to
beautiful straw color They were then placed under
fine gravel at the inlet of of my breeding pools
and running water was permitted to pass over them
AT this time my microscope only indicated a single
cell IN the egg, containing straw coored fluid
Forty days afterwards the microscope exposed to view
thousands of different sized cells partially filled with
blood. Two days afterwards plainly saw eyes.
week thprpa thousands 0f odd
made their appearance, with small appendages at
tached 20 their bodies but | could not discern with
my glass either mouth gill; but the blood vessels
and the PICTORIAL fins developed. AT the age Of
thirteen days, the anal, dorsal and caudal ns devoid
of rays, could be seen without the microscope, well
the glls and mouth At this period the sack disap-
peard and they attempt 10 eat; were very lively, and
concealed themselves when any person approached.
have also caused old shad to spawn in breeding
pond, and kept them healthy by occasional appli-
cation of fine salt Their progeny became fresh
water fish