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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

The Crops in New England never prom.
lsed better ut this season. Indian corn is in
fine condition, of deep, dark green and lux
uFiant, and quite as forward as usual. Po-
tatoes are thrifty, and an abundant supply of
hne quality is now daily coming into market.
If tho rot keeps off, the yield of this esculent
will be very large The crop of grass is
abundant, and is likely to be secured in good
condition.
gentleman who has recently been
through New Jersey and Long Island. re-
ports fine crops wherever he travelled, and es-
pecially grass A prncey farmer near Hun
tnston, Long Island, has so much hay, old
and new, that his barns and caps are crowded
to the utmost Meadows that will cut two
or three tons per acre were to be devoted to
the cattle, for want of room TO stow the hay
IN, and OF time and hands TO secure it. A
Long Island farmer pointed out large mea-
dow o! heavy grass, remarking. that if he
had time, after securing mis- wheat crop, to
NOW aud make ii, he should do so, otherwise
his horses and cattle would have the benefit
OF 1t as il was. Grass could be had in that
nelghborhood for song. All the moving is
being done by machinery, and the raking by
horses Wheat, oats, rye, and barley, were
all secured by reaping machines.-Bost
TrageIier.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

ST. Louis, July 8.--Leavenworth dis
patches of the goth, via Bonneville, say: The
express which left Fort Leavenworth on the
I'd inst, with orders for Gen. Harvey to halt
ana await instructions from Washington, has
returned. Gen. Harvey was overtaken fifteen
miles east of the crossing of the south fork of
the Platte, on the 8th inst. The General in
tended going to Ash Hollow to meet the prin-
cipal chief and considerable body of the
Cheyennes, who, beng aware of the presence
OF Gen: Harvey in the country, were desir-
Gus OF holding council with him for the
purpose of renewing their assurances of
friendship towards the whites.
Several parties, burned out at the late fire
at Leavenworth, have commenced rebuilding.
and vigorous measures were being taken TO
organize fire department.
This has been the hottest day of the season
here, the mercury rising to ninety degrees in
the shade at eight a. NJ, and to one hundred
degrees at noon.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

CURIOUS POISONING AFFA1R-In Pitts.
burg, Pa, on Monday, case of poisoning
occurred at the Poor Farm, which resulted in
the death of three Of the inmates 1t seems
that the storeroom was opened for hepurpose
OF cleaning, and that several of the inmates
were engaged in scrubbing the room, when,
during the absence of tile matron, they dis
covered what they thought was key of whis-
ky. The bung was soon started, and three
of them, named James 0 Brien, Patrick Null
len, and Robert Cuthbert, drank freely of its
contents. a fourth, who tasted it, thought it
was bitter, and spat it out. Cuthbert thought
it was good, as he said it had wild cherries in
it, Soon after drinking it, the Whole three
were taken with spasms, and, although the
physician did all in his power to relieve them.
In less than an hour they all died in fearful
commissions.
On examination, it was found that the Ii.
quor which they had partaken of was Risky,
III which cocot"S 5nGicuS or fish berries, had
been dissolved Tor the destruction of vermin.
This is powerful vegetable poison, similar in
its effects to strychnine.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

MR.. LINGHAM's BENEFIT.-By reference to
our advertising columns, it will be seen that that
most popular and celebrated of all modern come
dies, "London Assurance" by Bourcicault. will
be presented at the Theatre, this evening, on the
occasion of the complimentary benefit to Mr.
bingham. The play is most admirably cast, the
6enefciaire playing the character of Dazzle" to
which he is finely adapted by the polished and
gentlemanly style of acting for which he is re.
markable. We have heard much of Mr. Peters
"Meddle," and are satisfied that in his hands IL
will be rendered in manner that will leave
nothing to wish for. And when we consider
how well the Rivals" was performed by the com
pany generally, we feel warranted in saving that
the performance for this evening will be one
which would prove credit to any theatrical
company in the Union.
We are glad to see desire on the part of our
citizens to make up, in measure, the pecuniary
loss which the manager has been subjected to
since his arrival in this city. The house is large
enough to accommodate all who may attend, and
we hope to see it filled. We learn that many tick
cts have already been taken and seats secured
The box Office will be open through the dav. so
that all will have an opportunity of getting pla-
ces, and thereby testify their appreciation of the
efforts of Mr.. Lingham, in producing the high
character Of plays which he has. As a polished
gentleman and actor he is worthy of every encour.
agement which shall be given him.
That old favorite Of Worcester Theatre eoers.
the immortal and nimitable Charley Wilkinson.
has volunteered his services, and will appear as
"Christopher Strap" in the farce of the "JolIy
Cobbler." 1t will do US good to see his comical
phiz once more,and hear his quaint humor. Char
leys friends will be out in force, without doubt
We omitted to mention in the proper place
that MIS-. Cunningham will play the character Of
Lady Gay Spanker" The announcement is
sufficient, without further remarks.
The house is admirably ventilated and should
the night prove warm one no inconvenience
need be anticipated. Please look at the bills and
note the other attractions.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

ANOTHER ATTEMPT AT BURGLARY IN MEN
DoH.-Just after midnight on Friday night, July
l6, the maid in the family of Nathan George
Esq, Of Mendon, was aroused from her sleep by
an unusual noise. On arising and going to the
window Of her chamber, she saw two men trying
to raise the cellar doors, outside Of the house.
MI George, who occupied a room on the first
hoor, was aroused. Some noise was made, which
evidently alarmed tho villains, as they were seen
TO go out to the road and stand under tree in
seeming consultation. Mr.. George went to his
front door and called to them, asking what they
wanted. One Of them replied, "stand in. Can.
tain, unless you want your brains blowed out.''
MI George answered, That's game two can
play at" On this the rogues deeamped. and ey.
identity took carriage a short distance ON the
road from Mr.. Georges house.
II will be recOllected tina, Mr.. Georges bouss
was broken into and $1,000 taken from NJ. az
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

ANEW TEMPTATION TO THE PEOPLE OF KAN
zAs. The Leavehworth (Kanzas) Herald says
that Gen. Calhoun has issued certificates to all
those elected to the Legislature under the lie.
compton Constitution. The Free State members
from LeayenwOrth County receive certificates.
which give the party a majority in both branches
Of the Legislature. The returns for State officers
will be made to the Legislature, in whose hands
the whole subject tests. The Herald exhorts the
people to vote for the English BILL and settle the
question without futther strife and agitation.
The Herald is the Administration organ. Cal.
hOun's Legislature falls to the ground with the
rejection Of the English bill, and the issuing of
the certificates at this time is to more strongly
tempt the people TO accept that instrument, and
become State, SO as to govern themselves.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

Ass1eNEEs' SALB.-The valuable factory prop.
erty of Henry D. Stone, at Oxford was sold at
auction by the assignees on Saturday, for three
thousand too hundred dollars, subject to mortga-
ges, amounting to about twenty five thousond
dollars, making the whole amount trife more
than twenty eight thousand dollars. 1t cost
Stone ninety thousand dollars, and we under
stand that the WOODEN machinery, alone. in it.,
which is new, cost thirty-ive thousand dollars.
The purchaser was Col. Alexander Dewitt. At
this rate, Stones creditors will not realize a
heavy dividend
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

WESLEYAN UNIvRRsITY The literary ami
versaries Of the Wesleyan University will BE-
held in the Methodist Episcopal Church, Middle.
town, Conn.,. next week, commencing August l.
The Baccalaureate Sermon will be delivered ON
Sunday morning, August l, BY Rev. Joseph Cum.
mings, d. d. /; the address before the Missionary
Lyceum. Sunday afternoon, at O'Clock, by Rev
joan p. Durbin, D. d. the Septennial Address
before ihe Mystical Seven, Monday afternoon,
August 2, at O'Clock, BY Rev. Nathaniel J.
burton the Grafton before the Phi Beta Kappu
society. Thursday afternoon, August 3, at
O'Clock. BY Prof H. b. Smith, ID. D.. Of UniOI
Theological Seminary. The Grafton before thu
Peithologian aud Philorhetorian Societies, Tues
day afternoon at o'clock, BY Hon. Henry @
Deming.
Wednesday, August 4, Is Commencement Day
when the graduating exercises will take place
The graduating class numbers Is.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

OFFICIAL VIsIT.-His Excellency, Governor
Banks, visited the State Lunatic Hospital in this
city, on Friday, accompanied by the Trustees,
DR.. Chandler, late Superintendent, Hon. Linus
Child Of Lowell, and o1her gentlemen. They
examined the instituuou in all its departments
and expressed much qualification with its man
agement. The comfortable condition of the pa
tients, the neatness of the apartments, and the
general we'll .to-do appearance of every thing IN
and about the premises, afforded the most ample
evidence of devotion of the Superintendent, Dr.
Bemis, to the arduous and responsible duties of
his Office, and were the subjects of general remark
and congratu!ation. Nor were the Governor and
other visitors apparently less pleased with their
examination of the farm connected with the in.
stitution, which, under the superintendence of
Mr.. Daniel Bemis, forms so important an item
in the domestic economy of the institution, fur
nishing, as it does, healthful employment to the
inmates of the Hospital, and an abundance Of
food for the tables.
The condition of the farm stock was especially
commented on, and it may well be doubted if any
of the gentlemen present had ever seen collected,
in one lot, so large and splendid a collection of
milch cows the fine herd which is owned by
the institution at the present time They are all
of the Durham breed, either thorough bred or
grades, and show in their appearance and milking
qualities that they have been selected with the
eye of connoisseur, and with due regard to the
credit Of the State which, wherever it has the OPP
portunty, should set an example worthy OF the
imitation of the stock breeders and farmers, and
thus encourage improvement in the breeds of
those domestic animals which form large
Item of the taxable property of the people.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

New YORK, July 24,-rhe British screw
steamer Edinburg sailed today noon for Glas-
gov, with nearly two hundred passengers.
-Four fresh cases of yellow fever broke out
yesterday on board the Spanish frigate at
quarantine.
The baggage car destroyed at St. townsville
by fire last night, had on board safe of the
American Express Co., containing half mil
lion OF dollars, which was uniniured.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

PROFESSOR AeAssrz.--The feature of the din.
ner at Cambridge, on Thursday, which caused
the liveliest denomination Of applause, reports
the Boston Daily Advertiser, was Professor
Agassiz's announcements that heregarded himself
''uO longer European" upon which the whole
company rose and cheered) --saying that he de-
signed to remain in America, il for no other rea-
son, to show the world that Learning here could
be free from the tFammels OF routine, as our fore
fathers made our government free from the inter.
ference Of all external powers.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

LARCENY IN AUBURN.-A strange man let
himself to work for week on the farm of Mr..
Stephen Savory of Auburn, on Saturday week.
He remained until Monday morning, when he
suddenly disappeared, and, after his departure,
Mr.. Savory missed thirty two dollars, which the
fellow had stolen from the house. The money
consisted of one twenty dollar gold piece, the
rest in bills. The thief said he was a clock re-
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

FOREIGN ITEMs.-Mr Bushnell, who mar.
ried. Catherine Hays, died at Biarrits on the Sd.
NJ. Theirs is on the point Of leaving Paris
Tor Ems, whence he will proceed to Holland
and Belgium. with the view of collecting ma
terlals for the last volume of his History of
the Consulate and Empire"
The number OF churches in Great Britain
IS fourteen thousand, while the number of
dissenting chapels is twenty thousand.
The Austrian government sent orders that
a copy OF the statue of Napoleon !, by Cano.
va, which is at Milan, shall be offered to the
French government, and it is believed that it
will be erected in Paris.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

The Portland papers announce. with much
feeling. the death, in that city, on the 22d Of Ma
jOr George Coe, who has been delivery clerk in
the post Office for seventeen years He was a
general favorite in the city, and the post Office
was closed, on Saturday, during the funeral ser.
vices Major coe was the last surviving son Of
the late Deacon John Coe Of this city. His aged
mother and several sisters survive him, and he
leaves wife and largo number of children to
mourn his loss. His age was about filtY.fonr.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

We notice that the Republican papers of Him.
DIS are confident of victory in November. Thew
look upon Douglas with more distrust than do the
Eastern people. They say that he will get the
entire Buchanan vote, though he will not fullv
cave in to Buchanan and Lecompton until after
the November election
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

a CURIOUS AFFAIR.-Albert g. Eldridoe
of Toledo committed suicide by jumping
overheard from the screw steamer Northern
Light, on her last trip down. Mr.. Eldridge
was in company with a pleasure party who
had made the tour Of Lake Superior. AMONG
these was young lady from Cleveland, Miss
H, daughter of forwarding merchant in
that city To this young lady. who was at.
tractlve and interesting, the unfortunate Young
man was devotedly attached. How long the
attachment had existed, or to what extent il
was reciprocated, we are not able to saw. but
his attentions were very assiduous during the
early portion of the trip. All went happily
until the return of the boat, when she re.
eeived as passenger a young man who be-
came acquainted with Miss H, and thence
forward devoted himself to her. She seems
to have entered into the Irritation with zest
so keen that her lover was driven into Il fit of
the blues At Mackinack the party went on
shore to inspect the island, and wanted him
to accompany them. He modify refused.
saying he was not wanted. Shortly after en-
tering upon Lake Huron he was accostcd bv
his mistress as he sat by himself on the side
of the boat. She placed her hand upon his
shoulder, and spoke to him in an inouiring
tone. He replied that he had no desire 10
mingle in the diversions of his companions.
but would rather die at once She replied
kindly, and requested him to come into the
cabin. Instead of complying, he gave her
one look, and without word, plunged over.
board. A scream from the lady brought the
remainder of the company to the side He
was seen to struggle for few moments. and
then to sink, never to rise. He was Young
man of good standingin Toledo, and has been
engaged in business there for some years. The
lady IS Of one of the best families In Cleve.
land.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

MILFoRD.-The "Wopowage n Base Ball
Club has been duly organized in this town.
There was an Irish drunken row, in the To-
caity called whistle Beer" in Milford, on Sun.
day night, the 18th, during which officer VIM
Wales arrested Patrick Rowe and two of his
brothers. The Irishmen mustered and rescued
them, telling Mr.. E. Taylor, one of the officers
posse, to the ground with large stone and en-.
dangering his life. One of the rescued men was
afterwards arrested, and the whole affair has
made abundant business for the Milford Police
Court the last week.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

The fellow Randlett, who has been arressed for
an attempt to murder man near Newburyport,
was several years since in the employ Of Mr..
Wetheren, at Brighton, when the house of the lat.
ter was blown up by key of powder placed in
the cellar kitchen, by which the family narrowly
escaped destruction. 1t is now believed that
Rsndlett was the author of that outrage.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

New WoRcEsTER.-There is to be social
farewell meeting in the old school house at New
Worcester, this evening, at eight O'Clock, on the
occasion of leaving the old house and occupy.
ing the new one, which has just been COM
pleted' All the former pupils and past teachers
of the school are requested to be present, as
an interesting time will be had.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

The Governor and Council adjourned on satur
day until the Sd of August. Nothing has We,
been done in the case of Jones, now in Spring
field Jail under sentence of death for murder. II
is probable, however, that warrant will ulti.
mately be issued for his execution.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

IMPORTED HORSES. pure Arabian blood
stations were lately brought to New York by
Capt. Lane, who has been engaged in raising
the sunken vessels in the harbor of Sebasto-
pol. Thesesanimals cost $lS, 900, which is
said to be less than their real worth. They
stand about 10 hands high. are matched, and
are pairs of dark bay, grey and black. They
are direct from the cavalry stables of the
Russian emperor, and were raised expressly
Tor him. The number of horses in the i'm.
peral stud is limited to 5,O0O and while it
exceeds this number sales are made. OF this
fact Capt Lane took advantage and carefully
selected these, for which he deserves thanks
from the country at large. The stables of the
GEAR where these horses were kept and train
ed, are each II feet square, and in part form
the outer wall Of an enclosure ten miles long
and five miles wide. The centre of this area
is used for exercising horses.
Capt. Lane has been written to by the se-
cretaIy of the National Horse Fair, and we
hope soon to bear that these horses are prom i.
ised to the exhibition.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

CRICKET The Lincoln Cricket Club had
spirited match game among themselves, eight on
a side, on Saturday. Charles Drew and E. L.
Davis we're the captains. Mr. Drew's side,
which was victorious, made 81 runs on the first
innings, and 70 on the second Mr. Davis's side
made "a runs on the first innings. and 81 on the
second
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

WEsTRrELD NORMAL ScHooL.-The examina-
tOn and exercises Of the graduating class of the
Wessheld Normal School will take place today
and tomorrow. Ex-Gov. Boutwell,, President
stearns, Lieut.. Gov. Trask, and others, are eI-
pected to attend. ~.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF INsTRuorIoN.-The
twenty'ninth annual meeting of the American In
stitute of instruction will be held in Norwich
Conn, on the 18th, 18th, and 10Th days of Au.
gust.
Ladies attending the meeting will be hospita.
bly, entertained by the citizens of Norwich.
Persons passing over the Boston and worces
ter, and Worcester and Norwich Railroads, to at
tend the meetings of the Institute, can receive
free return ktckeks
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

The subscribers, OF the Patent Right for Wor
eeser County, Of the most beautiful ornament for the
awning Room or Paror, yet devised the Sausria-
offer them to the citizens Of Worcester and vicinity for
sale, at prices ranging from SO to s2O-being a
reduction Of at leas 90 per cent on prices hitherto
charged.
The style is conceded to be the best ever offered to the
public. Specimens may be seen at the American Tele-
graph Office, Lincoln House Block.
Dealers supplied at Wholesale prices an orders nv
mail or otherwise promptly attended to. Address,
GRACE & CHURCH,
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

The numerous friends of Rev. J. G. Adams in
this city, are pleased to learn that he has declined
accepting the urgent call he some time since re.
ceived, to settle over church in Lowell. and has
concluded to remain in his present connection.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

SAD ACCIDENT AT HoLDEN-On Saturday
fifteen years of age, was crossing pasture with
grain cradle on his arm, when he suddenly hit
his toe against stump in the ground causing him
to fall with great force upon the scythe, by which
his leg was cut almost entirely off just below the
knee, the severed portion remaining attached ou-
iy by the main artery of the leg, which was I'M
touched. The unfortunate youth was immediate
ly conveyed to the barn, and the horse harnessed
with the utmost haste when he was carried to
his home, and medical assistance procured, but
it is, of course, impossible to his limb
from amputation. As an evidence of the force of
the fall and the severity of the wound, two pieces
of detached bone were found lying upon the
ground where the accident occurred.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

Hon. Salmon P. Chase, Governor Of the State
Of Ohio, arrived at the Revere House, Boston,
last Friday evening. He proposes to attend the
Commencement at Dartmouth College, next
Wednesday He is accompanied by his daugh.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

The HARVEST MooN.--rhis year the harvest
moon occurs in August, rising for six success.
i've nights at nearly the same hour. The july
moon will, also, be one OF unusual interest.
and scarcely inferior to the harvest moon in
those particulars which give to the latter its
distinction, being retarded only SO and half
minutes in the average OF six risings after the
full.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

John Q. Davis Of Indiana, anti.Lecompton
Democrat, who is making strong and indepepd.
ent run for reelection to Congress, has been for.
mally read out Of the Democratic party. lie de.
served it, but will lose nothing by 1t.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

THE CROPS IN ENeLAND.--The agricultural
returns received in England indicate much ear
ler harvest than has been witnessed for many
years. The grain and hay crop promise great
abundance
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-07-26

LIST OF PATENTs.-The following is the list
patents issued from the United States Patent
Office to Massachusetts men, for the week ending
July 20, each bearing that date:
K. H. Allen of WoIcester-For improvement
in connecting the ends of railroad rails
Ephraim ID. Wetherbee of Worcester, assignor
to himself and Lorenzo Harding of Worcester.
aforesaid-For improved fluid meter.
W. K. Bennett and c. Storer of Boston-For
Irvine box.
Nicholas Mason of Chelsea-tor improvement
in vapor burning lamps.
VIM. Whiting of Roxbury-For improved cleo.
tro magnetic house alarm.
Varanes Smell Of North Bridgewater-Fo i'm.
proved heel shaver for boots and shoes.
Heman How Of Georgetown-For improved
saw filing machine
Mark Stafford of Boston, assignor to himself and
George T. kenney Of Boston. aioresaid-For inn
provement in burners and wick tubes for yapor
lamps.