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Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30

TWO CHILDREN LOST IN THE CLOUDS

The St. Louis Republican of the 21st
inst. says: Our correspondent at the
III linois Fair, at Centralia. acquaints us
of the following thrilling occurrence
Mr.. G. w. Brooks, of this city, al aero.
nut of considerable distinction. Was ad
vertised to make an ascension from a spot
contiguous to the Fair grounds, on Fri.
day evening, after the closing exercises
of the Fair. Instead, however, Of going
up himself, he yielded to the solicitations
of a young man, who has been travelling
around with him.
Upon his descent the balloon was made
fast to a fence, and after a short CONVEX
sation with the farmer and his wife. they
were persuaded to make an ascension Of
a few hundred feet, one at a time. The
balloon relieved of all extra weight, rose
readily and was easily pulled down again
by e of the anchor rope. The far
mer and his wife we're highly pleased
with their trips, and while expressing
their qualification, two of their small
children, one five and the other three
years of age, who had been looking on
with establishment, scrambled into the
car, and cried out, Let me go up'-f'let
me go up T.
The eronut proceeded at once to graf
ify them, but from some carelessness or
accident as he was letting them up, the
rope slipped from his hands, and the bal
loon mounted upwards with the velocity
of a rocket. The frantic agony of the
parents and the CONSERVATION of the aero
nut may be imagined. In a minute or
two the balloon had passed out of sight,
and was lost in the blue depths of the
sky. Nothing could be done but to has
ten back to Mr.. Brooks at Centralia, and
ask his advice.
Our informant learns that Mr.. Brooks
expresses his opinion that the balloon
would remain in the air about an hour
before commencing to descend, and while
atits greatest altitude, the children would
probably freeze to death, unless in their
fright, they had precipitated themselves
from the car.
Mr.. Brooks, early on Saturday morn
ing, set out in the direction the balloon
had taken, in hopes to recover it, and find
some trace of the lost children. We have
up to the present time heard nothing OF
his success.
Our reporter called on Mr.. Brooks, the
brother of the eronut, last night, and
learned some further particulars. He
says he had a conversation with a gentle
man who came from Centralia yesterday,
who states that the balloon had been
found about eight miles from that place,
and the children were in the car fast
asleep. This is a most unlikely denoue-
naent, and cannot be Received without
some Sorrobopating inprmation. Mr..
Brooks says the young Sronut's name is
Wilson.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30
THE BALLOON FoUND-THE CHIDREN RES
CUED ASLEEP.

H FOUND-THE CHILDREN E
CUED ASLEEP.
Saturday morning at day break, a far
mer zeal New Cathage, forty-three miles
distant from Mr.. Haryey's place, discov-
cred the balloon suspended in the air,
attached by the graphing rope to a tree
in his yard. He immediately hauled the
balloon down, and found the youngest
child asleep in the balloon Of the basket,
and the eldest carefully watching over
her little brother. They had been waited
about by the different currents Of air
throughout the night, aud had come to a
halt but a little while before they were
relieved.
The story the girl told was, that as the
balloon assembled she cried piteously to
her father to put it down. She said she
passed over a town where she saw a
great many people, to whom she likewise
appealed at the top of her voice. This
place was Centrilla. The balloon was
seen to pass over there, but the people
little imagined it carried two persons in
such danger. Her little brother cried
with cold, and the heroic little girl took
off her apron, covered him, aud got him
to sleep. In handling the ropes she hap
pened to pull one which had the effect of
bringing the Balloon down, and although
not understanding the philosophy Of the
she was quite content to keep
the valve open, so long as by SO doing
she found she approached the earth.
The youthful aerial voyagers we're in
the balloon about thirteen hours and a
quarter. 1t may easily be imagined that
the neighbors where they landed
they were the objects of much curiosity
and interest. The girls presence Of
mind and loving consideration for her
brother, may we'll be remembered, while
the incident itself was Of such a remark
able character, that we opine il will not
be forgotten in that section. The
boy and girl were conveyed home as
as practicable, and it is needless to
were received with outstretotfed arms.
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Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30

a S. S. Prepsiss, the celebrated
Mississippi lawyer, once defended q man
for libel on the ground that the plaintiffs
character was so bad that nothing could
injure him, and that his client was SO
great q liar that nobody would belieys
him. The Jury brought in q verdict Of
acquittal.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30

u.s. Some people," said a red-nosed
individual, haranguing three or four by
ISLANDERS, waste their money in charity,
others ~squander theirs in supporting
wivas and families-but. as for me, ] save
mine to buy Spirits
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30

1- An eve exchange is no rob
berry" as the widow said when she swap
ped herself off for q widower."
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30

p The latterer is like the serpent,
that ticks his prey a long time before he
swallows it.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30

1 We find in the New York Leader the follow
ing ~satirical epistle from one young lady to another
which we consider one of the best q hits of the day
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30
From the American Union.

1.-THE song published below is sometimes known by
the name of Farewell, Farewell Forever 1t is
rather in the sentimental style, but is a favorite
piece with young persons and amateurs generally
The music by Charles Slade is pleasing, and well
adapted to convey the idea of the author. 1t WAS
originally published some nine years ago, soon be-
anne popular, and has ever since maintained Its
place in the collections of most piano players. Asa
Duet, the piece is quite effective. 1t should be
sung rather slowly, and with a good deal of express
sion b
Thou Hast Learned to Love An
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30
other,

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Thou hast learned to love another,
Thou hast broken every yow,
We have parted from each other,
And my heart is lonely now;
l have taught my looks to shun thee
When coldly we have met,
For another's smile hath won thee,
And thy voice / must forget.
Oh is it well to sever
This heart from thine forever,
Can l forget thee neyerl
Farewell, farewell forever.
We have met in scenes of pleasure,
We have met in halls of pride.
l have seen thy new fond treasure,
have gazed upon thy bride,
have marked the timid lustre
Of thy downcast, happy eye,
have seen thee gaze upon her,
Forgetting l was by.
Igrieve that e'er I met thee,
Fain, fam would l forget thee.
'Twere folly to regret thee,
Farewell, farewell forever.
We have met and we have parted,
But I uttered scarce a word;
Like a guilty thing 1 started
& When thy well known voice I heard.
Thy looks we're stern and altered,
And thy words were cold and high,
How my traitor courage faltered,
When 1 dared to meet thine eye.
Oh, wOmaH's love will grieve her,
And woman's pride will leave her,
Life has fed when love deceives her,
Farewell, farewell forever!
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30
familg Girtlf,
LITTLE FLOWER BUD.

DgDlcArED TO ALL THOSE WHO HAVE LOST LITTLE
1858 CHILDREN.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1858-09-30

QSClCOOs 4Hbb ROtGbHl WulCA do OlbOPOO
in his arms vas compressed so tightly as
to render a separation almost impossible.
The small valve upon which he sat, still
remains in its position, and is regarded
with feelings Of the greatest curiosity
1t was about half torn off by his weight,
and hangs exactly as he left 1t.
We change our heading to-day. says
the Detroit Tribune. Lost is a fearful
word to say of n who but now vas in
our midst in the high tide Of life, strong,
bold, full Of hope, with troops Of friends
about him. lost it sounds like the
wailing Of the wind in the tops of the
pines + all hope of ever finding poor
Tburston alive is blotted out, and we gan
only bemoan him as lost.
Mr.. Bannister. Ills companion, returned
this afternoon, and can bring only the
worst tidings. TAe balloon he identified,
and sent the silk Of which it was COM
posed to this city last night. He himself
remained to search for his friend. To
day be comes back despairingly. He
states that the balloon valve upon which
Thurston sat, is torn out from the silk of
the balloon three quarters Of the way
around, indicating Hperringly that the
weight of the unfortunate man WQs too
great for che strength Of the sides, and.
that the silk gave way, when he must
have dropped off. His only remaining
chance would be to cling to the smooth
material of which the balloon was made,
and he could not have sustained himself
in that manner. When this occurred we
can only conjecture, but that it must have
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
,rparRs IN NEW ORLEANS.

New ORLEANS, June 2.-Tnr political parties,
with their discurdant divisions, are creating con-
siderable excitement and ciince w,r!ike arrange.
ments The vigilance committee have taken
possession Of the arsenal. which they have fully
fortified. -.
New ORLEANS, June 3.-Last night the Nigll'
lance Committee took possession of the Arsenal,
Courts, Jackson Square, and prison. To-day
the committee issued several proclamatlons.
The True Delta says sail ruthans must leave the
city or be prepared to die. Eight hundred OF
the Vigilance Committee are under arms AMI
are making arrests iu nearly every house.
At eleven o'clock to-day, Mayor Waterman or
dered out Gen. Traceys division, and then pro-
ceedcd to the headquarters of the Vigilance
Committee and read the riot act.
The military are engaged in preparations tor
conflict, but none has yet occurred.
New ORLEANS, June 4-Thc Vigilance Com
mittee in this city have asserted their supremacy,
and proved triumphant. Mayor Waterman has
resigned the municipal authority over to the
Vigilance Committee. The city is now quiet,
and crowds have dispersed.
The Vigiants have appointed committees,
numbering about one thousand, to preserve or
der at the approaching election.
Major Duncan. late Of the army, Is at the
head of the figilants
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
SENATOR HAMMOND.

This distinguished gentleman has taken high and
considerate position upon the question Of With
England. His views are beams Of truo statesman
ship and shinc the purely from being contrasted
with the gnrish flashes Of hnsty resentment which
have found encouragement even among American
Senators. The following is eptome of bis re-
marks on the subject. Driof as it is, there is in it
the substance Of good set speech.
"Mr Hammond disagreed with the Senator from
Georgia. lie not willing to be sniuggled into n
war by an amendment to an amendment If the
British GETS arc bclligercn let US throw with a due
aolcmnity the bloody spear. If we must have war,
let w declare war after dgnfed consideration. War
with England would he the most momentous event
that has happened in the past three centuries perhaps
in all the past Perhaps hostilities with England
sooner or later inevitable, and when comes he be-
lievcs England will be rushing on her fate. Let US
avail ourselves of the chance afforded by those
lutinns, not to decide until it be forced u.s. an event
which, whenever it comes, will change the fnce Of
human affairs"
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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
Equity COURT.

The annual tern, Of this Honorable Cuart is pro.
crossing with Tho first day of the session, busi.
ness was suspended in respect to tho momory Of H.
R. SrANS, deceased, so latcy member and An or
nament of our bar. The matter was introduced td
the attention Of the Court hy Col. JAMES p CARROLL
in an uajresa OF great feeling and beauty. Chaneel-
lor WARpIaH received the announcement, and spoke
in brief but expressive terms of the melancholy event.
ordering also that the resolutions Of respect re.
ported by Col. CARROLL be entered upon tho minutes
of the Court and that tho Court stand adjourned for
the day.
We note the attendance Of several prominent men,
bers Of the profession from adjoining districts. Ege
Ged welcomes them to participation in her forensic
profits ansl honOrs.
The term viii probably continue for tho entire
week, as We have pretty full docket with several
causes that may occupy some time in the discussion
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
AGRICULTURAL PREMIUM LIST.

The attention of the farmers and planters of Edge
field is ugan asked to the Premium List of the Dis
trict Agricultural Society. It is hoped that many
more citizeus will become members Of this Society
before the Fair in October next Whether they do
or not, it is earnestly asked that they will make pre-
paration to become exhibitors that OCCASION Those
who may do SO should read over the Premium List
carefully and choose ut once the departments in
which they will compete for premiums. And hero
wc give the assurance that these Premiums nre not
imaginary. Those given out at the last Fnir may
now Le seen at this place in the shape of beautiful
cups (.ilvcr plate) of various sizca; tho pitcher
awarded to Mr.. Lon HILL, Us IN extra premium for
the best Devon Bull, is rs beautiful prize As any
society is in the habit Of giving. Tho premium plate
for tho next fair will be still better; Aud we hope
all will come into this most useful competition. As
we may not publish the Premium List again, those
wishing to have it for reference should preserve the
present copy Of the Adrertiser.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
TIE CHARLESTON STANDARD.

A brief response had been prepared by as to GER
tain supercillious fling at the Adesriser, by this
Journal. But the paper is now dcfunct, We forogo
tho rctort In place of it, record regrets at
the Sta"dards demise. 1t has long occupied highly
respectable position in the ranks Of the fraternity
and has been, invariably to ua, moat welcome vsi-
tor. The circumstances arc to bo dcplored which
have caused its discontinuance We trust its propre
tors may make successful disposal of their interests
therein, and that its late energetic citor (whom
know to bo oman of earncstness and purpose
may soon be placed in another field commensurate
with his abilities. The said editor must lot ask
him whether any Harry skmbold' Of them NIL
could make as good IN od- hand wish as that.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
CHARLES KEMBLE AND SHERIDAN
KNOWLES.

While the players aro here, read the follow
ing incident of tho drama. Gen. Geo. P. Morris, Of
the Home Journal detailed it in his last issue. To
catch the point of the joke remember, all along that
Knowles wrote tho Hunchback."
During the first rehearsal Of the " Hunchbnck," ut
Drury Lane Theatre, Knowles who personally gu
perintended the stage-directions WIS frequently nn
noyed by the remarks of the actors. Some Of them
very much doubted the success Of the play. Charles
Kcinble thought tho part Of Sir TAomus Clifford un-
worthy of his talents he consonted however to per.
form it, for his daughters sake This ncted Knowles,
who would not listen to a single suggestion.
"Gve Sir Thomas Clifford unotLer entrance nm i
exit speech" said kemblc
al can add nothing more" replied Knowles.
| Hero the parties turned from each other, md tho
business of tho stage went for few moments lon
| ger, when it was again interrupted by hembio =
Excuse mo, Mr.. Knowles; but this part absolute
| ly requires M addition: slight alteration wosld
render it more effective. You mast make another
speech for Sir Thomas"
Knowles colorcd, md, turning abruptly to "the
pa,rcian of the stage gave vent to his feelings in
these terms:-
"M.i-s-t-e.r Kemble, brains are not shingles sir
and if they are, nm carpenter"
kcnblo smiled 1T the oddity Of the expression and
Knowles loft the thcatrc in bad humor, and quito
discomfted.
At night, the chickering's OF the morning Wero LOT.
sotten-ths house was crowded with the fashion and
taste of the English mctropolis-the play was ap-
plauded and cheered throughout-und tho curtain
fell amidst the most animated applause ever hoard
within theatre First the author {who, in conse-
ouence of the inispositiou of Of the nctors per-
FORMED tho Hunchbaek) called for, and nindo
his bow: bis reception cordial in the extreme.
Then the fair dcbuiantc, the since famous Fainy
Kemblo, who had made deep impression in the char.
T.l... fhoh hNyau Wit nd
teptifed their appreciation, and the waving OF hand
kerchiefs WAS universal throughout the building. And
next came Mr.. Charles kemhle, who announced the
play for repetition. amidst shower of bouquets.
aWell," said knowle, when they were out Of
public view, "what alteration Gun you suggest now,
Mr.. Ke,nble 2"
nNothing in the tcrt," snil Kemblc; "but think
the cast of the picco might ho improved"
"Ah, there" said Knowles ~ allow You to be
better judge thnn myself any suggestion OF yours
is we'll worth attending to-whnt is it?"
"Why, sir" snid kemLlc, intending to nit poor
Knowles in most sensitive part, al think if Master
Walter we're in any other hands than your own, the
effect of the play would DO improved"
Knowles looked confused but he immediately
rallied his spirits, and asked Kemblo what fault he
had to find with his performance
"Why," aaid kemble, @you are imperfect IN tho
Of the author -
This retort, strange to sny, restored good feeling
between the high contending PARTIES mutual concos
sions zero exchanged, and the next day all London
re-echoed The praise of the Hunchback
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
GOV. ALLSTON.

His Excelleney's appointment of Col. A. P. HArSE
to the United State Senate has been anilnadvertcd
upon with somo fretflness by small portion Of tho
State press. We agree with tho Camden Journal in
saying, ,ha, ",he appointment Of gentleman who
would not likely be candidate before the Legislature
WAS fair and just, so that NO charge af Er'cntirr
preference can be laid at the door of present Chief
Magistrate" His act is likewise correct, in view of
Col. HrAyEs high character, respected age and un-
questioned galantry Of spirit.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09

BOARDING AMERICAN TEsSELs.-The Toronto
(Cauada) Colonist of the 10th instant has calm
and sensible article ON the subject of the recent
aggressions upon American vessels by British
cruisers, in which it says:
The over.zealousness Of the British cruisers in
the Gulf of Mexico in their efforts 10 cut of the
slave trade, hns evidently occasioned q great
deal of angry feeling at Washington, and We
cannot tcign surprise ut the result. The board.
ing of vessels which Oh any reasonable ground
may be supposed to be sltvers may be polite
enough; but the course recently pursued by
British commanders in the gulf implies much
wider pretension, and, in our opinion, does not
admit of palliation or defence. If it imply any
thing, it amounts to practical assertion of the
old doctrine of the right Of search, to which the
American government and people will never
submit.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
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THE AUGUSTA DISPATCH.

The Di.patch of Thursday suys: 1T gives w much
vices Of Samuel M. Thompson, Esq, for many years
connected with the ConstitutionuliH in this ctya:
commercial and nows editor of the Erenng Ditpatch
ave have long felt the need of competent assi'
tant in these departments, and congratulate our read
ers that wo hnve secured one so we'll known nm nc
complishod newspaper man, and 80 well qualified te
advance the claims of the Erenna Di.patrh az ON on
tcrprising and reliable medium of commercial and
general intelligence"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09

on Tint was of aay value. The clothes Of the
women and children were taken and they driven
from their homes almost in state OF nudity.
The band who was at the house of Mr.. Over
street, was composed of about so men, all well
armed and mounted, and led by . man named
Montgomery, why was once citizen OF jackson
county, and minister Of the Christian Church.
When VIC have listened to the stories OF these
men whom VIC know to he honest, peaceful ci'i'
zcns. and have learned their wrongs, 1t makes
our blood boil to think that W. are Mlssour,ans
and will permit such outrages to be committed
on our very border. Such deeds as those vaga
bonds have been guilty of would disgrace the
devils i'll Neutrality-suspicious., (Ao.) Dispatch
Mny 18th
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-06-09
DEATH OF SENATOR HENDERSON, OF
TEYAS.

BY telegraphic despatch to tho Augusta papers
from Washington City, dated 9Th June, VIC gather the
following
The death. Of the Hon. J. Piuckney Henderson,
Senator from Texas took place last night. The Sen
ate adjourned to-day consequence Of this sad event
During the announcement in tho Senate this morn
ing by tho Hon. Samuel Houston, Of the death Of his
colleague tho old man wept like child, and the
scene excited unusual feeling.
The funeral services Of Senator Henderson, were to
taks place in the Senate Chamber On Sunday.
The House adjourned out Of respect to the memory
Of Mr.. Henderson.
It is understood that it is the desire of the Presi-
dent, that Congress should not adjourn at too curly
duy, in view of the unsettled condition of public