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Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

Nor A ScHooLMAsrER. THE opinion of the ed
itor of the Watchman, pro TEN, is entitled to
even less importance than we last week gave him
credit for. He publishes the following:
"A correspondent eff the FREEMAN asks the
following question: Take one pound, avoir-
dupols weight, for the unit, what will four oun-
ces multiplied by four ounces producer
An absurdity. Four ounces repeated four times
would produce l6 ounces, or one pound; but
the result of four ounces multiplied by four oun-
ces is not practical question"
"An absurdity!" says the Watchman, not a
practicable question, really any schoolboy mot
Ounce, could out cipher the editor of the Watch
man. One of our correspondents gives the pro-
duct as follows:
"Mr. Editor
Your question for puzzlers, If Pm not Ounce,
Amounts to the whole sum Of only one ounce.
East Montpelier. &C"
If the Waterman does not discover how he
came to that conclusion, we will infocm Him
next week.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
FARM FOR SAFE.

THE Subscriber offers for sale his Farm consisting of
1875 of good tilage land, one orchard sugar
orchard Of 800 trees 200 tubs and good set Of sugar
utensils two houses two barns with sheds attached good
water-never known to failand horse power for saw
ing wood, situated two miles east of Barre Academy-
Also, east of said Farm small house and barn that can
be bought separate from said Farm. Also two and half
miles north Of said Farm 10 acres Of land 20 of which
cleared. For further particulars reor to the subscr
Der, JONATHAN BANCROFTi
Barre, Jan. 16, 1853 iO9wst
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
Mrs. Lydia Gray's Estate,

STATE OF VERMONT. In Probate Court holden at
WAsHIsGroN DsrkIcT, SIS. Montpelier, within and for
said District, on The sh day of February, A. 1858,
GEORGE Executor Of the last viii and Testament
II of LYDIA GRAY. late of Calais, in said District,
deceased presents his administration
Whereupon sordered that the be referred the
h day of March next at the Probate Office In said Mont.
perr examination Il allowance and that all concerned
be notified hereof by the publication of this order the
Green Mountain Freeman, printed al Montpelier, three
weeks successfully may be, that they may ap
pear said time and place. and IL they cause object
thereto. by order of Court.
Ill Attest, Y. R MERRILL, Register
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

The friends of Freedom for the ensaved millions in
our land and nation, will please provide suitable places
churches or hallsfor the people to assemble in hear
Mr.. Madison is a Southern gentleman, and has BEEN
Shareholder, but was expatriated from the South
count of his opinions, and therefore fully conversant
and familiar with the practical workings of savery.l
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

B At the annual meeting of the State Agri-
cultural Society resolutions were adopted COM
mending the land bill introduced by Hon. J. S.
Morrill,. The location of the next fair was left
with the managers who were instructed to locate
it permanently at their discretion.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

ORANGE COUNTY CoMAIssIoNER.-At the meet
ing of the Orange County Temperance Society,
onythe 2Sth of JAN, E. L. Tracy of Tunbridge
was nominated as candidate for County Com
missioner. The proceedings will be given next
week
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
Temperance Convention.

The first Quarterly Convention Of the Orange County
Temperance Association will be held East Randolph on
Wednesday, the 9th inst commencing at 10 o'clock A. NJ
An address will be expected at II o'clock, A. NJ from
Mr. Walker Of Chelsea!in opposition to the resolution
advocated by Mr.. Whittemore at the Annual Convention
held at Chelsea, the 2Sth of January.
b. W. DYER, President.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

HoLLowAYs PILLs-Armed with this great antidote the
traveller prepared to encounter all varieties of climate
for he has the of eradcatng nearly every spe
ces of internal disease The endemics the aluvia dis
tricts of the West, aud the masmac swamps of the
South and the epdemics which particular dec
innate the population of crowded Cities suscep
BILE of being controlled Ply the purifying, disinfecng
ton Of the pills upon the animal fluids while external
diseases and injuries rapidly and thoroughly cured
by the anti-infammaory and healing agency of the
Ointment.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

WHEREAS, Laura, my wife, has left my bed and board
w and refuses live with therefore, this to for
bid all persons harboring trusting her on my account
as shall pay no charges OF her contracting after this
date. sc, TURNER.
Duxbury, Feb l, 1858.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
NOTICE is her,

NOTICE is hereby given that have this day relinqushed
~ to my son, William A. Thayer, the remainder of his
minority, and that shall claim of his earnings nor
pay any debts of his contracting after this date.
Waitsfeld, Feb. 8, 1858. SUSAN THAYER.
pIRD Cages, Fancy Goods, Toys &c. &C., for sale by
ID A, A. MEAD
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
John Smiths Estate.

VIII PRESENTED
STATE OF VERMONT, At Probate Court holden at
LAMoILLE DISTRICT S. the Probate Office, in johnson,
within and for the District Of Lamoe the 4h day Of
February,A. D., 1855:
Present, the Hon. SAMUEL BBLDING Judge:
Instrument, purportng to be the last viii and Tesla
Il ment of JOHN SMITH, late of Eden, in said Dis
trict deceased being presented here by Solomon Man
chester, of Waterve in said District of Lamoile the
Executor therein named for Probate it is ordered by
said Court, that all persons concerned therein, be notified
appear at session of said Court to be holden at the
Probate Office in Johnson, in said District the LIST
day of March, A. D., 1885, 10 O'Clock in the forenoon
and show cause, if they have, against the pro-
bate of said Will for which purpose it is further order
ed that copy of the record of this order be published
three weeks successfully in the Green Mountain Freeman
weekly newspaper published at Montpelier, in this State
be- the last of which publication be prior
to said LIST day of March, 1885,
SAMUEL BELDING, Judge.
true record,
III Attest JOHN l. GIEED Repster
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
Mothers, Mothers, Mothers.

N OLD NURSE FOR CHILDREN.-Dun't fail to pro-
"A cure Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Children
Teehing. 1t has equal on Earth. No mother who has
tried Mrs. Wusow's Soothing Syrup for Children
will consent to let her child pass through the distress
ing and critical period of eehing without the aid of this
invaluable preparation. If life and health be estma-
ted by dollars and cents it is worth its weight in gold
Millions of bottles Of Mrs. Wnsow's Soothing Syrup
sold every year in the United States.
Price, only rs cents a bottle.
None genuine without the fac smile of Curtis Perkins
en- the outside wrapper of each bottle.
Sold by l.. F. Pierce, Montpelier, at wholesale and
tail. Howl
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

Liberation.

LIB persons having unsettled accounts with N. C. Ba
"a con must settle the by the 10th day OF February,
% save cost. N. C. BACON,
Montpelier, Jan. 20, 1858. 110w3
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

We had prepared some comments upon the
Presidents infamous message, but they are IN
auoidably delayed
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
A true record,
Ill Attest, JOHN |. GLEED, Register.

STATE OF VERMONT, The Hon. the Probate Court
DISTRICT OF LAMoILLE, S. for the District of Lamole
To all persons concerned in the Estate of Hiram Hastings
late of Gilmore, in said District, GREETING:
WHEREAS, HIRAM p DOTY, Administrator on
the Estate of said deceased has made application to
this Court for License sell part of the Real Estate of said
deceased and represents that the necessary for
the payment OF the debts and charges against the said
tate and would be beneficial all concerned in said estate
Therefore, you hereby notified appear at session
of said Court, to be held at the Probate Office John
son, in said District the 9th day Of February, A. D.
1858, and show if any have why License should
not be granted as aforesaid
And this Order shall be published three weeks suc-
cessively in the Green Mountain Freeman newspaper
printed at Montpelier in this State the last of which
publication shall be before the day assigned for hearing
aforesaid.
Dated at johnson, this LIST day of February D. 1855
By order of Court,
Ill JOHN L. GLEED, Register.
STATE OF VERMONT, In Probate Court holdeA a
WASHINGTON DIsrRcT, 49, Montpelier the 18th day Of
December, A. D. 1857.
MRS. SABRINA WITHAM, Administrative on the Es-
wi tate of David d. Witham, late of Woodbury., in said
District deceased. makes application to said Court for
representing that said sale is necessary for the payment
the debts of said deceased and expenses of
of said estate.
Whereupon ordered by said Court that said appli-
cation be referred, to the I'd day Of March, A. D. 1855
at the Probate Office in Montpelier for hearing decs
ion thereon and it is further ordered that all persons
interested be notified hereof by publication of notice Of
this application and orders thereon three weeks success
svey in the Green Mountain Freeman printed at Ment-
peer before said time of hearing, that they may appear
at said time and place, and, il they cause, object
thereto. By the Court,
Attest, 7. R. MERRILL, Register,
true copy Of record,
Ill Attest, 7. r. MERRILL, Register.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11

M. GRAVES, NJ. D., Of New York, Fellow of the Eeo-
D. tic College of Physicians and surgeons of Boston, has
taken at the Montpelier Hotel where for few days.
he may de consulted by the afflicted for the treatment and
cure of Scrofua, Erysipelas Salt Rheum Cancers and
Tumors of all kinds Hernia Rupture Deafness, Bron
chtis, Catarrh and Asthma Lung, Heurt Stomach, Liv
and Kidney affections Also diseases peculiar to the f-
male constitution DR.. G. has been long and we'll known
to the people of New England for his great in the
treatmen and cure OF Chronic Diseases.
The afflicted respectfully invited to call at his
Advice free. Charge for medicine moderate.
MOntpelier. Feb. A. 1853.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
CURTIS g. PERKINS,
Wild Cherry BifterS.

DOR the of Bilious and jaundce Complaints, and
general debility. They quicken the blood and give
NEW LIFE and vgor to the whole system. Sold by Drug
gsts generally, 110y1
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1858-02-11
Lectures Anti to Slavery.

John Madison late Of New Orleans, and citizen Of
the New York. will lecture the subject of Slavery at the
following times and places, viz:
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-12-15
Small Notes.

The Governors of Mississippi and Georgia, in their messages to the legislatures of their respective States, recommend the prohibition of the circulation of bank bills of a small deuom- lnatiOD. The latter, after dwelling upon the ruinous measures of the banks of that State, cites proof enough to condemn the whole svs- tenn.
 As to the power of the General Assembly of this State, 10 pass the bill now before that body prohibiting still further, the circulation of paper promises to pay, the question was settled four years ago. The right to do so is as clear as the rightt to punish persons for obtaining goods under false pretences, or to legislate in any way. to prevent swindlng. Underline most favorable view of the case; admitting the banks to be honest, and that their notes would be redeemed yet they are but representatives of specie, and, in the name of all that is reasonable, why not have the specie at once? But, when 1t is known that these fiimsy rags are often worthless, that the loss is generally on the poor, that they crowd out and fill the place of gold and silver, the policy and necessity of driving them from the country becomes apparent. It is good mea- sure-a wise measure-a democratic measure, and we hope to see it passed
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-12-15
Paragraphs of members of the General
 Assembly. BY 2. r. V. EEAED No. IT.
JOHN R. HAMPTON.

The seat of the Senator from the counties of Bradley and Dallas is on the right hand side of the chamber as you enter, at the upper corner of the desk farthest from the president. Mir. Hampton is we'll formed man, of medium height, with frank, open face and is about fifty years of age. His manner is plain, quiet and thoughtful, There is no member of the Sen ate who commands more respect and regard than Gov. Hampton and none more worthy of 1t. He is a native of Mecklenburg county, N. C.. where it is said the first declaration of indc- pendence was made, and inherts the spirit of his ancestors. From North Carolina he went to Alabama, where he pursued the avocation of printet for number of years. He Is another of the many instances of the disciples of "the art preservative of all arts" rising to wealth and distinction. In 1S40 or 164l, he came to Ar kansas where he has since resided. He was president of the Senate for two successive terms and at two periods was acting Governor of the State. There is nothing hashy or superficial, nothing dcmonstrative about him. His mind is ol practical, matter of fact cast, vigorous, direct in it's action and always clear. As presiding off, cer of the Senate his decisions were always promptly made and respected while his firmness was so tempered with courtesy as to control while it pleased As legislator, Mr. Hampton liberal yet cautions; he weighs every arsu- mont, and his clear mind rising above the msts of prejudice enables him to detect the merits or demcrts of any measure.
 | At home he is known as generous, hospita- ble planter and is universally popular. Few men have been able to pass through political contests and make fewer enemies than he. His integrity as a man and as politician is unques- toned. He never makes long speeches, but comes directly to the point and handles the sub Ject Tn plain, common sense way that shows he understalid- it and is able to present 1t clear 1 y to others. Gov. Hampton is known to be unambtious and to the request that he would tion has replied that the measure of his politi- cal ambition is filled, and that he is content wish | the honors he has received. We do not know that he has an enemy anywhere, for even his political opponents mention him with respeci.-- His district is justly proud of him and he is mindful of their interests. Mir. Hampton has only to be known to be loved and respected and presents in his person and manners a true type of the quie., courteous self possessed, Arkansas gentleman.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-12-15
The Theatre

The engagement of the Webb sisters closed last week. The young ladies sustained and made repu- taton here as clever actresses. We were sorry to learn that the close of their connexion with the theatre was maIred by one of these squa6bles with the manager that seem inseperable from star en- agreements. However, with these things the pub-
 he has very little to do does it care 50 that the manager produces good plays and succession of novelties.
 Last Monday, on the occasion of Mir HuntIcy's benefit, we had the '' Serious Family 5 captallv performed. We were glad to see so many present on the occasion. Mir. Moroney has engaged new star, Mir. J. B. Roberts, said to be a traeedian of great merit, who made his first appearance last night as Richard III. As our paper went to press before the close of the performance, we are una able to say anything as to his acting. The com pany improve, and no one of them more than Mr. Connor, whose acting in many difficult parts, is correct, spirited, and would do credit to an ac- knowledgcd star
 Mr. Campbell, the comedian and clever fellow, takes q benefit tonight, on which occasion Mr. Roberts will make his second appearance as Ham let. Mr. Campbell plays the grave digger AHons.
 We are promised several of the best plays on the stage: "Otheo,'' The Wife" "London Assurance, and others; so that the manager seems determined to win success
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-12-15

PROVING TOO MUoH.--The Gazette it will be remembered, has asserted, and re asserted that the administration is not pro-slayery- Having settled that to its satisfaction it then proceeds to show that some so-called democrats at the north are not sound, and after introduc- ing Rochester, N. Y. paper, which he says is leading democratic paper but which is neither leading or democratic, quotes from it as fol- lows:
 There is no doubt that it is the settled nur. pose of those high in authority'' to crowd ,be obnoxious ultra southern dogma-that the con. stituton by its own inherent force carries the law of slavery into every territory-upon the democratic party as paramount test.''
 Settled purpose of those high in authority" Thus it appears his witness whom he introduces to prove one position knocks the other position f'om under him. As he put him on the stand, his evidence is good against him. This witness says those in authority, arc not only southern but ultra southern, and are making parsmount test of the doctrine that the constitution by its own inherent force carries the law of slavery into every territory. All of which is very true Next week the Gazette will try to prove some. l, .uing else by disproving his assertions of the last week.
 No doubt, as the Rochester paper says, that it is the determination of those in authority to maintain the principles laid down in the Dred Scott decision, and assert that the constitution carries slavery into every territory and neither ositive or negative legislation by the territorial legislature can, of right, exclude il.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-12-15
Hrs. Palm5r's Benefit.

We take pleasure ln announcing that the benefit of this charming actress is fixed for next Saturday night. The plays to be present. ed on that occasion are the splendid ones of London Assurance' ard "SNiss Swains'' ''-- We confess to great couriosity 10 see Mrs. P. in this character, one so we'll fitted to her live ly, dashing style and her inimitable archness.
 London Assurance had a run of over a hun dred nights in London and a like success, in all the principal cities on both sides of the At lantic. The whole strength of the establish ment will be cast into it.,
 Besides the comedy there are other attrac- tions. Mr. Palmer makes his first appearance Mrs. McNlllan is to give us one of her sweet songs. Mir. Jones is to perform one of his re- nowned dances and other novelties thrown in
 We believe that the mere announcement of the fact that this clever actress takes her first benefit in this city, will he sufficient to insure crowded house. Secure your tickets carly
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-12-15
From the Fort Smith Times


 A " arlington letter writer, under date of October 17th, 1858, in regard to Cherokee mat ters says
 George Butler, Cherokee agent, has arrived in the city. He reports all quiet in the Ccrokee Nation, but not likely to continue so long, if the abultionists are permitted to have full sway there as they have had heretofore. It seems hat these mischevouS asitators are at their old trade, out there, busy brewiag ms- chlei, and acuvelv engaged lr sowing diSsanson among that people, and arraying one portion against another through the nstrumeutality of thelr cmlssailcs; wolves in sheels' clothing who were sent out for the ostensible purpo,e of pieachlng peace on earth and good will among men" The board oi missions, that have their headquarters m Boston and carry on all machi- nations for mischief in that selfriuhteous and pharsacal city, It seems, have for some ten or fifteen years, been laboring to impress their Cherokee converts with the idea that no slave holder can enter the kingdom of Heaven. and they through their head agent distinguished member of the ilustrious ones family and his subalterns, have gone on communicating all persons guilty of the crying sin of owning and taking care of negroes, hurling anathmas against the headssof the abominable heretics who have the hardness of heart to affirm that slavery is sanctioned by the Bible, and exciting the enmi- ty of the poorer class of pure blood Cherokees against the better portion of the populations; the wealthy slave owners, composed of half- breeds white and some pure Cherokees; until the feel ing of hostility is aroused to such an extent as to threaten serious troubles at the next election These abolition emissaries have acquired such influence that they are enabled to prevent the passage of resolution by the last Cherokee Council calling on the Boston board to state what instructions they sent out to their mission aries. understand the matter will be laid sbe- fore the Secretary of the Interior for any action he may deem expedient in inc premises, and proper means will doubtless be used to avert the threatened evils.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-12-15
Telegraph From Memphis to Little Rock
 and to Helena.

Some efforts were made metime since to get up teegraph.c communication with Memphis, and through that city, with ali the world. We said then to the gentlemen who were discussing the project, that We would secoad it with all our ability, and we how repeat that we are ready to give il ali the aid in our power It is measure upon which we can ali agree. caru. lated to benefit all, and only wants a concert of action on the part of those interested, to make it success. Read the following from the M"m- phis Appeal, and give Mir. Montgomery that encouragement the enterprise so much demands.
 TELEGRAPH LINE TO I TITLE ROCK.
 We are pleased to. learn that Mr. H. Mont gomery will leave for Little Rock tomorrow
 for the purpose Of perlectin9 arrangements to tuid telegraph line from this ely to Little Rock, with d branch of the same to Helcua.-- The cost of the contemplated lIne to Little Rock, and the branch will not exceed S23,UOO. It will therefore be necessary thaJ the citizens of Arkansas should make up the amount of stock, and they will at once be connected by telegraph with all the principal cities of the Union. \ Arkansas, we believe Is the only State in the United States that cannot boast ot tcle graph line, which Is the proudest invention of this of wonderful inventions and discover ies She has now a railroad. The fiery oco- motive courses over her rich valleys and a tele- graph line Is needed to stimulate her enterprise and to make her commence that great caleer and destiny which undoubtedly await State so teeming in natural wealth and other advan- tages. The best informed telegraph men con- fidenty calculate that such line will pay i'm mediateiy. The government dispatches will go lar towards making 1t paying stock. The line will, of cou,se, be extended to Fort Smith iu few months, and will eventually become the great telegraph line to the Pacific
 Mr Montgomery ;s the great telegraph builder of this section. lie built the hne along the Memphis and Charleston railroad, the line from Memphis to Hickman and C.ro--tAat from Memphis 10 Pluola and others. He is a thor ou5h- going business man and intimately ac- quaiuted with all the details ot tclcgraphins and telegaI h. building. We commend Doth him and his important enterprise to Hour friends in Arkansas, Ill the wiuIGest aid most decided manner. And we take occasion to express the conviction, that the fortunate time has noW ar rived for our friends at Little Rock to avail themselves of this opportunity and close ii with the propositions ot the gentlemen, proposing to build the line. Mir. Montgomery will apply for charter for the proposed lue at the present session of the legislature