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The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1857-12-25

TIE REMOVAL o.T SECRETARY STANToN.-We
find the following despatch from Washington
in the Baltimore papers, concerning the re-
movai Of Mir. Stanton--.a fact of which We have
had q brieftelegraphic report.
1.-The administration having been advised
by telegraph that Acting Governor Stanton
had called special meeting of the Territorial
forthwith removed him, and nominated to the
Senate as his successor, Gen Denver, now COM
missioner of Indian Affairs, WHO left Washing
ton for the West last week. The reason CIV
en- for this removal is that Secretary Stanton
has violated the instructions heretofore given
TO both Gov. Walker and himself. to do no
act which, could possibly disturb the peace Of
the Territory, but 10 exert all the means in
h&n power 70 preserve it.
iItTfie sole object and purpose of consening
the Legislature, it is considered, can only be
tQasngender strifea and embarrass the people
in voting on the slavery question in the form
proposed by the constitutional convention. No
definite action was had to-day by the Senate
OF Con. Denvers nomination. 1t is anticipa-
ted thata heated discussion will take place
when the subject shall again come before that
body il secret session. ias-.r o.ss ..re
:.East week instructions were sent to Mr..
Stanton to take every precaution to prevent
disturbance at the ensuing election and afford
a free and unmolested exercise Of the elective
franchise Doubts are expressed as TO whether
Gov. Walkers name will BE sent to the Senate
for confirmation saiFcftg. 8lS ~.
'Mk' Laurence, Of the Ohio delegation, dis.
EhStly contradicts the statenent that the dam.
ocfatfc members ofthat delegation have resol.
we'd to vote against Lecompton constitution.
There hLd been neither action nor discussion
oh tie subject amobg them: "a 9i.gi -ii<fE5sSs IS
lHsS'2' y A2pls.s
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1857-12-25


A CANDID DEAcoN.-M. was an honest
old codger, a kind, obliging neighbor, and
good church going christian, believing in
the Presbyterian creed to'the fullest extent :;
but alackaday this pillcr of the church was
at times little shaky"-in fact the deacon
would occasionally get exceedingly "mel
low and almost every Sunday at dinner
he would inlu &c in his favorite cider bran.
dy to such an extent that it was with some
little difficulty he reached his pew, which
was i'll the broad aisle, near the pulpit, and
between the minister's and the village
Sqnire,s. One Sunday the parson told his
flock that he should preach sermon TO them
in the afternoon touching many glaring sins
that he grieved to see so conspicuous among
them, and that he hoped they would listen
attentively and not finch if he should hap
pen to be severe. The afternoon came and
the house was full every body turned out
to hear their neighbor's. "prcssed down" by
the minister, who, after well opening his
Sermon commenced upon. the transgressors
in loud voice with the question, "wLere is
the drunkard?' A solemn pause succeeded
this Inquiry when up rose Deacon NJ. with
his face radiant from copious draughts of
his favorie drink at his noontide meal. and,
stcadying himself rs well as he could by
the pew-raiI looked up to the parson and re-
Piled in piping and trenulous voice,
Here am l." Of course a CONSERVATION
amongst the congregation was the result OF
tile honest deacon's response however, the
Parson went on with his remarks as he had
written them commenting severely upon
the drunkard, and winding up by warning
be would seek salvation .aS6 9fiee the com
ing wrath. The deacon then made a bow
and seated himself again. "And now,n ont
spoke tho preacLer-m man in his loudest tones
"where is the hypocrite Z" A pause; but no
one responded. Eyes were turned upon this
man and that man; but the most glances
seemed directed 20 the Squires pew, and in
deed the parson seemed TO squint hard in
that direction. The deacon saw where the
sliaft was levelled, or where it should be
aimed, and, rising once more, leaned owe,
bis pew-rail to the Squire, whom he tapped
on the shoulders, and thus addressed
"Come, Squire, why don't you get up;
did when be called on me."-Boston Post
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1857-12-25

The Cry or THE OAKs.--Our brother-ciitor
OF the Edgcfeld Advertiser in his last lettc.
from the Capital TO that interesting sheet
speaks ns follows concerning our City:
The city Of Columbia is evidently improving.
1t Is truly beautiful place. On all sides are
to be found evidences of the tastcfulncss and
refinement Of her CITIZENSHIP their graceful
mansions, in their lovely gardens. and in the
universal cleanliness aud well kcpt.up condition
OF their entire premises. There was one thing
however which was really grievcd to. observe.
lhe ten waier"aks planted twenty. five years
ago by Col. Blanding, near his then-residencc,
arc all in Il state Of rapid decay. These were
the first trees of the kind planted in Columbia.
Since then, long rows in number of localities
have been made to flourish and shade the side
walks. What we fear is, that twenty years
more will find them all rcrishing in their places,
ard that the pleasant air Of rus IN urJc which
they now impart will be exchanged for garsh
nakeness of aspect at once uncomfortable and
un'nvitng to the eye. Against this however,
the Athenian pride and taste Of the Columbians
will doubtless provide in due time.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1857-12-25

a DIABoLIoAL You've ScouNpREI~-A singular
affair is related in Sileasnn Journal Five
little children belonging to two tradcsncn in
Bolkenhavn, in that country, went few days
ago to play in n garden, and We're joined by
boy of eleven, who has always been noted for
rerversty of spositiun. After awhile their
parents sought for them, but to their aston,sh
ment found that they had disappeared. After
looking along while they found them lying
piled one on another in large wooden case
III she'd in the garden. Four were dead, and
the fifth though still breathing, was in SO dcs
rerate state that he died shortly after. The
lad referred tn was then questioned, and he
calmly related the astounding fact that he had
persuaded the children to enter in plaY-had
them slammed down the lid and seated him
self Oh ii, remaining there for three-quarters Of
an hour listening to their cries and groans. He
then raised the lid to if they were dead,
and finding that they were not SO had fasten-
edit by means of hasp, after which he had
gone away to fly his kite. The little monster
has been arrested.
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MISCELI ANY.
, Ohio Life and Trust Company.

Mr. Charles Stetson, the president of the Ohio
Life and Trust Company, has returned to Gin.
-cinnati, after an attempt to investigate the af.
fuirs of the branch Of that concern in New York
lie has published an account of his inquiries, in
which he states that the affairs of the Trust
Company have been mismanugcd that it is
utterly impossible to make any intelligible and
satisfactory report concerning them. lie FUR
ther says:
One serious source of embarrassment arises
from the un nwarrantable hypothecaton by the
cashier in New York of a large amount of pa.
lper sent to the agency for collection only. 1t is
impossible, at this time, to conjecture for how
much of this the company may he ultimately
liable.
Within the past two weeks protested bills of
exchange to the amount of G25,UUO sterliup
,(equivalent to about $I25, OO,) have been re.
turned upon the compan in New York. Near
~ all these bills had bee psrchased and remit
red to meet various drafts drawn by the cashier
upon a credit opened in London with Mcssrs
Bell d. Grant. The acceptors of these protested
bills, AS we'll rs the drawers in New York, hav-
ing suspended payment, aud being perhaps in
solvent, what dividends will be obtained from
their estates, aud when, is very uncertain
This Is another OF tle many causes or reasons
why statement cannct now be prepared, and
is here introduced nearly az an illustration.
In addition to the foregoing is the almost
endless litigation caused by numerous attach
menls and other legal proceedings, causing al,
ditional embarrassment in the liquidation and
settlement of claims in favor OF as we'll as
against the company. The various assets of
the company, pledged and unpiedged, are of
such a mixed and varied character, that in the
preasent disturbed and unsettled state Of money
matters, it is wholly impossible now to fix a
value upon them. The caus which have
brought the company to insolvency are wholly
owing to the unauthorized and disastrous trans.
actions Of the cashier in New York.
l. In his dealings with. and large advances
to the Cleveland and Pittsburg Railroad Com
pany. to aid in the completion of said. roud.
This account has not yet Leen adjusted. 9. In
speculations on his own account ilf tie stock OF
this company. well as other companies. as
,also i'll State securities. 9. In the deprecia,ion
.ofstocks and securcies held by him as coilat.r.
alto unauthorized loans made by him in New
York.
These are the prominent items, and the loss
sus ustaiued on them alone will fear, be of sutfi
cient amount to absorb the entire capital Of the
company---two millions of dollars.
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They ore getting Irish pdtatSl Id MsfiSn.
GG: nom Te1nessee;a ;asaid "a be s4uat sto asny
from the North.
The north Iowa times. [volume] (M'Gregor [i.e. McGregor], Iowa) 1856-1857, 1857-01-02
AMERICAN HOUSE

The Proprietor of this we'll known
stand, is still exerting himself to provide
comforts and conveniences for the great
tide of travellers who visit for business
or pleasure, the garden of the west, Nor
thern Iowa. Increasing business requires
increased facilities for public accommoda-
ton and hence the AMERICAN is receiy-
ing very material enlargement and improv-
ment. Its nearness to the Steam Boat
Landing has established its reputation as
convenient House for these who arrive
or are intending to take Boat, while
every luxury the market affords is provi-
ded for the wants of numerous guests.
Stages leave every morning for all points
West. A Good Stable, well managed, is
near the premises. Baggage conveyed
to and from the boats Free of Charge.
w. H. HARDING, Proprietor
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M Q N Q N A..
r. r. FOSTER.

INVITES the buying public of Monona, and
il vicinity, to give him call, at the old Stand,
corner Of Main Street, He can show good as
assortment of
DRY GOODS
Broad Cloths, Casssmeres, vestings, shirtings,
Flannels, Tickings; and very large stock Of
Prints, Delaines, and Ladies' Dress
Goods, such as 49,.
Chenisetts, Collars, Under Sleeves,
Gloves, Mitts, Silk, Grape,
Wooden Goods, Ready made Clothing,
and Gents Furnishing Goods in any quantity.
HATS, CAPS AND BONNETS.
Queens Ware, Yankee Notions and Jewelry,
In addition to the above desirable stock, YOU
will find u well selected and safe assortment of
Drugs and Medicines.
Being practical Physician, he knous suhat he
deals in, and the public may rest assured, that
they are in no danger of being imposed upon,
and perhaps injured for life, by the use of adul.
teratcd and poisonous medicines, such as are too
commonly sold throughout the country.
Dyes, Varnishes and Oils, constantly on hand
at prices as low, and terms as easy as business
will allow.
Monona, Oct. 1856. 1861
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AN1'per'S Magazine.

i FHE circulation of Harpers New Monthly
Il Magazine Is now greater than at any prev-
Gus time since its publication was commenced, and
is steadily and rapidly increasing. The same plan
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Grand Monthly Jubilee.

1t is impossible to give the details of this mum
iccnt arrangement in this short advertisement,
and we therefore refer the reader to circulars, or
to the "JOURNAL OF ROMANCE" itself; a
copy of which may be had by writing to 81. r.
BLAIR, publisher of Journal of Romance, Chi
cago"-Or New York,-or may be seen at the
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N. B.-Be sure to send to the Office in Chicago,
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McGregor, Nov. %, 1856. n6t
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STATIONERY,
We" STORE ROOMS
.V'eaC GOOdS!!
J. H. E G. B E r T

j. H. E G B E r t.
Haveing recently returned from the East with
large invoice of
q D o a.
suitable to the market, takes pleasure in advising
the public that he is prepared to fill all the orders
they may favor him with.
His removal to the NEW BRICK STORE,
enables him to exhibit goods more satisfactorily,
and he trusts that old customers, and new ones
will study their interests and give him CALL as
heavy stock was bought with view to Larger
Sales and ~
SMALLER PROFITS
His Stock consists of s
Dr. q q 90 s,
Of all descriptions usually found,
Of the best Quality ever brought to the market,
A large assortment of Ready Made Clothing,
at prices to suit customers. Boots and Shoes,
Hats and Caps of all styles and for all ages and,
conditions. '
III a. ." II % a r e
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Files, Knives and Forks, Pen and Pocket CUTLERY
Scissors, Shears, Butts and Screws, Nails, Glass
Cordage, &C., &c.
Brooms, Wooden Ware, Crockcry, Medicines
Powder, Shot, Lead, and Caps.
All kinds of Produce from the field or the
Forest, as well as Cash, taken in exchange for
Goods.
October, 1856, milf
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MICIIAEL DENN Az,
Would Respectfully inform the public
that he he will continue the Baking Bust
ness in all its branches, at his new three
story Building, one door east of the Am
erican, where he keeps constantly on
hand good supply Of Bread, and all
kinds of Cakes and Pies.
Es- Meals and Lunches furnished at
short notice.
Having had experience in the business
for number OF years, he is confident
that he can satisfy all those who may IA
yor him with call
Vine M. BERN ATT.
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Mgregor, St. Peters g. Missouri River RR.Co.I
+. .,.. Office at McGrogor,
McGregor, Oct 18th, 1856,
SEALED PROPOSALS will be received ut the
Oofice of the above Company, in McGregor-
until the LIST day of December next for the Grad
ing, Bridging, Masonry and Superstructure for
the first and second Divisions, a distance Of ons
hundred and forty miles.
Plans, Profles, Maps Spec ications may be
seen, and other information with reference to the
work may be obtained mt the COmpanys Office on
and after lst Nov. 1856. The Company reserve
the right to reject any bid which may be offered for
the performance of the work, for want of satisfac-
tory security, or other cause.
GEORGE E. WOODWARD, Enq;neer.
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ARA CANDEE.
BLACKSMITH,

Center street, Monona, Iowa.
aving purchased the large and commodious
IL Shop, formerly owned by D. BROWN,
is prepared to do all work in his line, with skill
and dispatch.
Wagons trOseeGy and re.
10Ot1cd or Demand.
Particular attention paid to Horse Shoeing,
and as new feature, he would announce him.
self in readiness to Shoe Cattle. They need
iron feet as we'll as horses; % bring them along.
Moncna, Oct, 1856. (vl-nl]
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M q IL Il q D; IL.
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klAILOlIJG ESTABLISHMENT

Nhe Undersigned would respectfully inform,
u the citizens of Monona, and vicinity, that
he is now permanently located in Monona, and
holds himself in readiness to accommodate the
people, who need any thing in his line. Tailor
ing in all its branches, will be done with neatness
and despatch.
Complete Outfits
cut and made on short notice, and at reasonable
charge. He hopes by strict attention to business
to merit liberal share Of your patronage.
Shop near the Western Hotel.
GEO w. STEEL,
M0nona. Oct. 1856. [v1nl.l
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Saddle and Harness Depot
WILLIAM KOSS.
DEALER IN
H.aRTESN.

Carriage Trimmings, Buffalo Robes,
Buffalo Shoes, Horse Blankets, and every
Article usually found in this line of trade
Every buyer shall be satisfied with the
quality of our Stock, our Work, and our
Prices. Give us your Trade. -
vl-n2 McGregor,, Oct. 1856.
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HOTEL

HOTEL
The undersigned would announce to the travelling
Iuohc that they are now occupying the HOTEL
known throughout the North West as the
SNcgregO2' House,
where they would be glad to wait upon all who
may favor them with patronage. They will en-
deavor to furnish the stranger and the way-farng
man, with the best the Country affords, and charge
him very moderately for it. The House has been
improved materially and yet undergoing repairs.
1t is convenient to the Landing, and every atten-
ton will be'paid to the baggage of those who may
be arriving or departingby the Boats or Ferry.
STAGES
Leave daily for DEBORAH, West Uniou, Usage &c.
HACKS, leave for all points West on arrival of
Connected with the House is large and com
modious stable with good hostlers in attendance.
INGERsOLL &, VAN VAIKEvRupcu