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Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29
The Evening Zephyr.
BY SIDNEY Dyer.

BY SIDNEY DYER.
IL swingeth in the butter. cup
And nestles in the rose
With every vine it climbeth,
And with the streamlet flows.
1t steals a kiss from every flower,
And treads, with airy feet,
It's noiseless path from wood to bower.
And v~ins-enclosed retreat.
With drowsy nod it moves the Dough
And undulating grain;
Wakes echo's voice, which, sweet and low
Repeats the soothing strain.
With golden rays of parting day,
1t wings its evening flight,
Where sleeping valleys stretch away
In soft and dreamy light.
II wantens with each fair ones cheek
Untwists the truent curl
Then in the bosom soft will seek
Its downy wings to furl.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29
To the FaithIess One.
BY MISS C. H. BENNETT.

bI hIsS z. ~. BENNET.
Art thou then false? thou who vert ever dear
To this. my y~earning heart?
Hast thou forsaken me2 Be once sincere,
And tell me-must we part2
u there no love remaining in thy breast
For me, thou false one, now
Is thss the constancy thou hast protested
Is thss thy solemn vow2
Away | will not love thee! leave me-gol
Another may be thine;
And her affection may be deep-but oh!
Never SO true as minel
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29
-sonnet.-Father of Waters.
BY WIN. Alexander.

as BY VIM. ALEXANDER.
u flows through endless woods, in channel deep,
Whose banks precipitously tower sublime;
fiasTill, gliding on, it widens in a southern cline,
And rolls a sea, which no rude barriers keep.
Father Of waters on thy waves of old
The red man, merrily, in bis canoe,
on sailed along. And nigh thy waters blue,
Monsters Of wilderness their might unfold.
A. through the incense-loaded fields they stray,
On rest beneath the solitary shade,
Which wildwoods' amphitheatre had made,
Yst or, atill on. thy pillows sweep Away,
Past cities, or through shades and forests brown
Scenes, how, Of white mems glory and renown.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

GOOD RULES FOR ALL.-Profane swear
ing is abominable. Vulgar language is
disgusting. Loud laughing is impolite.-
Inquisitiveness is offensive. Tattling is
mean. Telling lies is contemplate
SANDER is devilish. Ignorance is dis
graceful. Avoid the above vices, and
aim at usefulness. This is the road in
which to become respectful. Walk in it.
Never be ashamed of honest labor
Pride is a course, a hateful vice. Never
act the hypocrite, Keep good company.
Speak the truth at all times. Never be
discouraged, but persevere, and msun-
tains will become mole hills.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

H6T An assembled family, as the Isga-
cy to each was read aloud. sobbed and
wished that the father had lived to enjoy
his own fortune. At last came the beqRest
to his heir 81 give my eldest son, Tom.
a shilling to buy a rope to hang himself
with"
Would to God" said Tom, sobbing
like the rest, that my poor father had
lived to enjoy it himself!'
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

a A eotemporary, noticing the APP
pointlnent of a friend as postmaster. SAYS:
III he attends to the mails as well as be
does to the females, he viii make a very
attentive and efficient officer.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

Should a skunk read /" Hamlet" which
line would he choose for a motto? We
give the answer: Methinks I scent the
morning air." We.get this from a young
man who starts in the perfumery business
next week.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

BA "Squibber" wants to know if
doctors, by looking at the tongue Of a
wagon, can tell what ails it ?-Er.
Persons who are not doctors can often
tell, by listening to a Vaughn tongue,
what ails its owner.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

n As I was going" said an Irish.
man, over Westminster Bridge the 9TH
er day. | met Pat Hewings. Says l,
how are you? Pretty we'll l thank you,
Dolley, says he. Says l, that's not my
name. Faith, no more is mine Hewings,
says he. So we looked at each other,
and. faith, it turned out neither of US |"
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

nA A Quaker being asked his opin-
ion Of phrenology, replied, Indignantly,
: Friend, there can be no good in a
science that compels a man to take off
his hat.n
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

RAThe conclusion of a six days. suIk.
Outside a cat is.heard to new. Husband
to the dear one of bis bosom {:
odd you speak, dear %
The tea-table is suddenly overturned,
and broomsticks are prevalent in the do
nestle atmosphere.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

BE- All, Mr., ~simpkins, we have not
chairs enough for our company" said a
gay wife to her frugal husband.
Plenty of chairs, Mrs. Simpkins," be
replied, +" but too much company"
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

BaF Take care of the paint" as the
city girls say when a fellow goes to kiss
them.
"Music and drawing taught here,D
as the la said when he was pulling a
w~heelbarrow through the streets without
any oil Oh its axles.
Il am laying down the law as the
client said when he hoored his counsel
lor.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

H A woman has suggested that
when men break their hearts. it is the
same as when a lobster breaks one of
his claws-another sprouting immediate
", and growing IN its place.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

n@a wish" said an anxious ma to
her careless son, (" you would pay a little
attention to your arithmetic"
Well, | do" was the reply, 1 pay as
little attention to it as possible"
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

10 1t is stated by an English PAPER
that John B. Cough, the great temperance
lecturer, tainted on the occasion of the
recent eclipse seen in that country, be-
cause every MAI was enjoying himself
with his glass in his hand.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

BA The baker was genuine who ad-
vertised as follows The subscriber
knowing that men need bread wishes the
public to know that be knedds it. He is
DESTROYS of feeding all who are hungry,
and hopes his good DorAs may be in the
mouth Of every one. He is well disposed
toward all men, and the best bread people
among US will find him, he hopes, one of
the best bread men in the city"
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

Rsl Dedster reduces everything to
mathematics. He got married because
kissing saved fifty per cent. on his sugar
tax Old bachelors please take notice.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29
g Julins, what's coroner?"

EGR JuIIus, WuaEs cOTOneTT
"A coroner, Mr.. Snow, is a mar dat
sits on de people to see wedder dey killed
themselves or committed suicids.n
And what does he do when he finds
out 2"
Bring iTthe verdict, JULIUS"
What's a verdict 2"
why, a long, black pole, painted
white on de end-now hold your Jaw, and
don't bodder me any MORE"
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

RA The man who stoutly objected to
his wife's learning to skate a month ago.
has at length come to the conclusion that
he is perfectly willing to let her slide.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29
A little non ease, now and then,
Is relished b. the wisest nen

p Why is the letter s like a sewing
machine :? Because it makes needles
needless.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29

~ knowledge is power.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-04-29
ter of liberty

00I OF IIUoI VI
Thus nobiy died Frederick Farr while
fighting in his country's cause, on the
glorious field of Monmouth, and well had
been fulfilled
"THE SOLDIERS VOW
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
Chapter 81.
I'm act firing the term of Court in the thir6
Judicial District.

I'm act firing the term of Court in the third
Judicial District.
SECTION l. Be it enacted by the General
Assembly of the state Of Iowa, that the terms
of the District Court in the several counties
in the third Judicial District of this State be
held as follows.-C Commencing in the count v
Of Van Buren, on the second Monday in April
and fourth Monday in September, in the conn
ty Of Jefferson on the fourth Monday in April
and second Monday in October; and in the
county of Keokuk on the second Monday in
May and the second Monday in November;
in the county Of Davis on the fourth Monday
in May and fourth Monday in October; in the
county Of Wapello on the first Monday in
June and fifth Monday in November.
81. No process, writ, notice or other pro.
ceeding either civil or criminal, shall be inval-
idated by reason of anything contained in this
act. but all process, writs and notices returna.
BILE by virtue of laws heretofore in force al
in force at the date of the passage of this act,
shall be returnable to the terms Of Court fixed
by this act, and all proceedings shall be treat
ed as IL commenced under this sct.-Approved
March 4th, 1858.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18

our fathers, and even with our posterity
throughout many ages. After-times, contem-
plating the whole vast structure completed
and perfected, will forgot she dates, and the
eras. and the Municipalities, Of the builders in
their successive generations. It will be one
great Republic, founded BY one body Of bene-
foctors, I wonder that the President Of the
United States undertakes the Kansas ques-
ton, when it isa part Of transaction so i'm
mense and sublime. Far from sympathizing
with him in his desire to depreciate it, ard to
be rid Of it, IfeIicitate myself ON my humble
relation to it, for know that Heaven cannot
grant nor man desire more favorable occa-
sion to acquire fame than he enjoys who is
engaged in laying the foundation Of great
empire; and know also, that while mankind
have often deifed their benefactors, no nation
has ever yet bestowed honors m their memo
ries Of the founders OF Slavery, s5i
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
Book Notices.

THE ATLANTIC MONTHLY, for March Is
very interesting and able number of this pop
ular magazine. This number contains, s'The
Catacombs of Rome; The Nest; Eben Jackson;
Amoursde Voyage; A Welsh Musical Festival;
Cornucopia; My Journal to my Cousin Mary;
Thy Psyche; DR.. Wichern and his Pupils;
Beauty; The Grindwell Governing Machine;
Saints, and their bodies; BY the Dead; Aaron
Burr; The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table;
Child-life by the Ganges; Music, &c." Spe-
cimen copies can be examined at this Office
Phillips, Sampson & Co., Boston, Mass. Terms
So; five copies, for So
BLAcKwoop's MAGAZINE for February, has
"The Conditions of Women; What will he do
with it? continued; People have never met;
Lord st. Leonards' Handy Book on property
law; Zanzibar, and Two Months in East Afri-
ca; Thorndale. or Conflict Of Opinion; The
Poorbeah Mutiny-The Punjab; A familiar
Epistle from Mr.. John Company to Mr.. John
Bull" Leonard Scott & Co., New York
Terms 49,, with the A Reviews $40, copy on
file.
SARGENT's School MONTHLY for March,
is handsomely illustrated, and valuable work
on Education, published at Boston, by Epes
Sargent, at $1.00. We regard it as one Of the
best Educational publications in this country.
Copy on file.
The AMERICAN Tanners MAGAZINE 70,
March has been on hand some days. 1t is ar
able and valuable publication for So single
copy, 81 so to clubs. J. A. Nash, N. Y.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
A Horrible Affair.

"A desperate convict in the Illinois Peniten-
tiary lately knocked down one of the guards,
dragged him into cell, tied his hands behind
him. barricaded the door and placed the guard
between himself and the door. In this condi-
ton, using the body Of the guard as a shield,
and holding knife ready to kill him, the con-
vict demanded his own release, 500 in money,
citizens dress and to be sent out Of town in
close carriage, he being provided with re-
volver. Twenty-four hours he thus kept at
bay all the officers Of the Penitentiary, when
1t last, food being set at the door, in vessel
90 large as 10 render II somewhat troublesome
for him to draw it in, when he opened the cell
door to make the attempt bar was thrust in,
the door forced open and the guard, whose
name is Crabb, made bis escape, but not until
he had been seven times stabbed, twice reach
ing the lungs, and rendering bis recovery
doubtful.
After the escape Of the guard the desperate
convict refused to surrender and was finally
shot
8 We are indebted to Hon. J. A. Johnston
- sD~.,,g tier ~ lose -
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
Gospel ARcuMENr roe WHIrs SLAVES

GOSPEL ARGUMENT FoR WHIrE SLAVERY.
The apologists Of slavery Gays that 1t ear
not be moral wrong because it existed when
Christ and his Apostles were on earth, and
they did not condemn it.
The slaves that existed in that age Of the
world were mostly white, captives in war,
poor debtors reduced to slavery for nonpay-
ment Of debts, and the offspring Of such, born
into slavery. Then il the argument be sound,
it is that white slavery is right, and that it is
right to make prisoners Of war and poor debt
ors and their descendants slaves, for such was
the slavery which it 10 alleged Jesus Ch-;st
aad his Apostlef approved. Daily Gate City.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
WASHINGTON. March IL.

SENArE.--Mr. Wade spoke on Kansas ques-
tion, defending the charges Of aggression up
on the South all the other way. He, in his
correction, charged that the seizure of Texas,
and her admission into the Union in violation
of the United States, was an enormous ag-
gression upon the rights Of the North. ~,
She was admitted with the purpose Of maxi
ing slave States with ten additional Senator's
to vote down the rights Of the North. The
fugitive slave bill was another monstrous ag-
erosion upon rights, honor and pride Of North.
It is badge of servitude and subsection that
cannot be tolerated by freemen. The next az
erosion was, repeal Of Missouri compromise,
for which there was no excuse or palliation.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
the Documents.

The public mind is now in condition to
receive the truth, as it has been at no previous
period. Hundreds and Thousands who have
heretofore been stealed against the truth, by
party interest and prejudices, are now eagerly
seeking information, in regard to the great
questions Of the day. 1t lie consequently q
favorable time to circulate papers and docu-
ments containing facts and arguments bearing
upon the Kansas controversy. The New
York Tribune. we see, has issued an extra edi-
ton ofits Semi Week, containing the ablest
speeches and majority and minority reports
in Congress, which can be had at 50 per hun
dred, or $l5, per thousand. We will add in
this connection that Mr.. Joseph Wagg, will
receive subscriptions for the weekly Tribune
as heretofore. Those wishing to renew, or to
subscribe, will please HAND their names and
the money to Mr.. Wagg at the Barber's shop.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18

GVOu Local this week reads the press
homily upon propriety. all of which is doubt
less well-timed, as we'll as well-designed.-
SO far as we are concerned, we bow to the
castigation Of Local, and promise to follow
out his judicious suggestions, so far Is
circumstances will admit. Having no juris-
diction over others, and being unable to pre-
dict what provocations may be offered, we
cannot Internationally promise passive obedi-
ence. Newspapers are peculiar institution,
and It is hard to subject them to those salutary
rules Of decorum which govern Legislatures
and Courts, from..tbe fact that there is no pow
er, but the slow process Of public opinion, to
coerce obedience and public opinion is, be-
sides being slow, not entirely faaltless. We
do not believe in passive submission to insalts
and abuse; and while it is our purpose, and we
may say principle with US to treat all men,
foes as we'll as friends, with politeness and
courtesy, we may find it necessary occasional
" to treat of some disagreeabie subjects, and
if, in doing so, we find it necessary to employ
terms more forcible than polite, and not per-
haps entirely cong email to the sensitive nerves
Of Local. He must not set it down as fault
against MS, but rather regard 1t as resulting
from an infrmity Of our language, which en-
ploys not unfrequently, unsavory words, to
describe unsavory subjects. We can say, we
think with truth, that since our connection
with the press, we have in no instance
used it to minister to private likes or,
dislikes; but when we are attacked unjustifia-
bly,, it is our purpose to meet the crisis in the
way that may seem to us to be most fit, appro-
pirate, and effectual.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
Fire and Robbery.

On the night Of Thursday, the 4th inst, ut
about twelve o'clock, our citizens were awak-
ened by the alarm Of fire, and it was discov-
cred that the stable Of DR.. J. C. Ware, in the
rear Of J. B. Hukill's Jewelry Store, was in
flames. There was about ninety bushels Of
corn. and some hay in it; but the FIRE had made
snch Roadway that what corn was saved was
badly burned. There were some horses in It,
but they were gotten out without much diff
Guilty. The loss Of the stable is estimated at
500. It was the work Of an incendiary.
The fire being 50 near the STORE Of Mr.. HUI
kill, alarmed his family, who lived in the south
west part Of town, and they left the house
During their short absence, some one got in
the house and stole from drawer in the bu-
reau, the sum Of $1,410; SIS was in Burling-
ton Scrip; SIS in Silver, and the balance in
Gold. The bureau was situated near the head Of
the bed. It was not discovered that the money
was gone until the hext morning, whenone
Of the daughters geing to the stable discovered
the drawer lying in the alley, back Of the sta
bic. No clue has yet been had by which the
money can be recovered or the thief detected.
This is the most bold and daring robbery which
has ever been perpetrated in our city, and il
would be well for our citizens 10 be on their
guard, as the same ruse may be tried again.
The loss falls heavily on Mr.. Hukill. He
had been saving the money for the purpose Of
starting his son in business, who was to have
started to purchase goods in few days.
This fact makes the loss fall more heavily on
him than it otherwise would. No attack was
made on the jewelry store, as Mr.. Hukill al
ways slept there.
The thief must have been well acquainted
with the house, and have been . bold and dar-
ing MANI Fairfield Ledger.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
The Present Crisis.

A most solemn duty Gevolves upon ire DIFF
ferent shades Of opposition, at this trying
juncture. If there ever was tine when those
who differ with the administration in regard to
its Kansas policy, whose connection has here
tofore been with diverse political parties,
should forget past differences, and divisions and
fraternize upon the one principle about which
they substantially agree, now emphatically is
that time. To bring this about has been here
tofore the only difficulty, as it will be diff
Guilty hereafter, though much less formida-
bic one. So far as the administration is con-
cerned, Judging by its present attitude and re
cent action, it may be relied upon for effectual
cooperation. As If to verify the saying that
"Whom the Gods wish to destroy, they first
make mad" this administration is taking the
very course which all past experience has
proved most eficacious, to ALLEVIATE and drive
from its support the better portion, and ma.
jority of the Northern Democracy, by attempt
ing to enforce conformity by expellng from
Office, and prescribing those who differ from It
upon this one point. When we take into ac-
count the inevitable effect Of this persecution,
and in connection with it the effect upon moral
feeling and conscience Of the fraud and inius-
tice upon the preparation of which the admin
tration are now confessedly belt, it cannot be
for moment doubted, but tina, the apparent
opposition in the ranks Of The Democracy, will
become more and more formidable and univer-
sal, not only in the North, but also to some
extent, in the South. This opposition will
not be Of itself sufficiently strong to achieve
success but in connection with all other shades
Of opposition It would be irresistible for good.
We are happy to discover in many quarters
disposition to lay aside for the time being,
other questions, and to unite cordially all ele-
ments of opposition to the I,ecompton fraud,
in the most effective shape, to defeat the plot
tiers and traitors, and restore the government
to the path of honesty and justice from which
it has been swerved.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18
CLEVELAND. March L

A crowded Anti-Lecompton meeting at the
Melodeon Hall, last night, was addressed by
Hon. r. P. Stanton and others. Resolutions
were adopted declaring the Democracy of
Cleveland opposed to the admission Of Kansas
under the Lecompton Constitution.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18

With regard to disease of the chest and
throat, it is in the early stages of the difficulty
that The great mischief is done; for while the
patient is thinking about the cure, and con-
sidering whether or not be his really sick
enough to need medicine, tubercles may be
forming, OF, worse still, sometimes may be
bursting in the Lungs.
DR.. Hall's Balsam is admirably adapted for
just such condition Of things as desc ribed
above. It is for sale by w. f. Elmendorf il
Ottumwa and by agents in every town in the
county. See advertisement.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18

"When we first ascended the Editorial Tfi-
pod, we made it arule, never to puff OF COM
mend anything to our readers, unless the arti-
Gle noticed. possessed, in our opinion, realme
it; and though frequently importuned,- we
have never departed from it. But when
anything is presented to our observation pos
sessing these qualities, we consider it due to
our patrons that we make 1t known to them.
We therefore call the attention of our readers
to new remedy for Fever and .Ague, DR..
Christie's Ague Balsam. We krow 1t to be a
good Remedy. Hundreds of our subscribers
have tried it, and in no instance has it fsiled
to effect permanent cure. We only speak
what we have seen and know. To those af-
flicted with prevalent disease, we commend it.
for il is well deserving of confidence. Try it.'
plymouth (O.) Advertiser.
For sale in Oitumwa by w. F. Elmendorf
]. L. Taylor, C. Lawrence and by Agents in
every town IN the county. n1-4w
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18

The more striking proof OF The intrinsic
worth and excellence Of DR.. Halls Balsam
for the Lungs, is shown in the general rapidi-
ty with which it becomes a general favorite
with the people. There is nothing Of SINH
lar nature hnt what is soon cast into he shade
when the Balsam has been thoroughly tested.
The agents for its sale the country over, in
ordering it ,ssn new .appss ar. yety
like charm; its affects are truly magical -
The afflicted can find the medicine at W.. F.
Elmendorf 10 Ottumwa and in every town
throughout the State.
See advertisement.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-03-18

DRING YOUR JOD WORK 20 che
ID ttCourteY Offlce,s, II you want Il done In
Astyie that win surprise the nsstyesH Rssolect the
place. OVER Prugh's Stove Store, Front-st. 5 !.