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The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30
fCr the journal,


En. JoURsAL-l think the columns 0f the
Journal should contain somch hing on interes-
ting scientific subjects: something that will
nave tendency to interest the student, and in
duce IN them, II possible deeper spirtof in5
qu'ry in relation to those subjects, Of which all
should have good knowledge. You ore aware
that no small proportion of the readers Of the
Jonrndl are teachers aud students, and see no
good reason why u column titled The Teach
ers Portfolio" or something of the kind, should
not be well filled each week with matter both
interesting and instructive. II this plan FOR tho
promotion Of right education in our county
should meet With the approval of the friends Of
education, can place in the columns of the
Journal be obtained for asking aud answering
qnestions' II so, in order to break the ice.'I
will propose question for examination. Most
philosophers tell us that we receive heat directly
from tho sun as hot body, A few there ata
who contend that heat is produced by light
passing through the atmosphere. and causing
friction, by which heat is obtained. Now the
question is which is righi. am in favor Of
the latter. Who will answer. und thus open
the way for discussions IEQuiaEa.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30

The FEMALEs OF LoNDoN.--The London Week
ly Times say that the young milliners and dress
makers of that city are condemned to sixteen,
seventeen or eighteen hours OF toll out oftwenty
four each day and night. The work is carried
on in crowded, unventillated rooms where their
frames are kept bent at their labor until their
eyes ache and their limbs refuse to peform their
duty. They live short and painful life and find
an eaaly grave. In a recent speech, Lord Shafts,
bury said that many of these young women had
been traind gently and tenderly, in delicate and
happy homes, possessing all virtue and tenderness
that belong to the female sex, and rendered by
those very characteristics more obedient more un'
mermndng more slavishly subjected to the an
thority aud tyranny OF those who are put ovel
them. His Lordship adds tina. they have nc
alternative but the street door and then asks
ois the condition ofsuch young woman one
whit better than the condition OF he mos'
wretched slave in the Southern States Of Amsn
| cai
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30

We are sorry TO say its--we do not wish 10
say it-but must as faithful chroniclers, say il,
namely: Victories daughter. Mrs. Princess pT
Prussia, quarrels with her husband; Or Mi.
Prince of Prussia, quarrels with Mrs. princss--
that is, they do not think exactly alike; and
Mrs, Victoria is with the happy pair, trying
TO tie the "true lovers knot" little ughter.--
The story that tho young princess actually eject
cd the prince from the nuptiul couch by placing
her royal little feet against his royal highness's
ribs, and then suddenly extending her royal
curved organs of locomotion into positive bcS
line, is doubted by Prussisn engineers. BOS.oa
Post
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30
A Woman Drowns -Four Children,

Colurhbus, Ohio, Thursday, Sept. ~. 1855.
A woman named Scheliing. at Goyep0rt, in
this county comlted murder yesterday by
throwing into well So feet deep her four chid-
dren--one boy, the other three EirlS the oldest
II years the youngest 2 years. She sfteIwaM
Jumped in herself All were taken ont dead.
The woman is supposed TO have been iesane,
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30
For the Journal.
Acrostic.

Lovely maiden, thou art gifted
have thought. with powers rare;
like an ansel thou seemst lifted,
Lightly from this to realms more fair;
Yet thy gifts are heavenly
Life to thee was surely given
All for great and noble good;
Rare and bright thou seemst OF heaven
Keept thus in the gayest mood,
Silently thy souls soft breathing
Pure and fresh as morning air
Unfold to me new neutrality-suspicious.
Round my soul bright thoughts aud rare.
PERRYsBURG, .. v D.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30

flecced, by the Canal clique, and now the So
man who was prominent in tn, Middletown
dam fraud, to the important Office of Canal
Commissioners. Even John W. Erwin, who
was candidate fore .;he Republican Conven-
tion for the Office, is WORKING for the election Of
Hendrick' on, the Democratic nominee Tho
Canal clique is sIiIl alive. let the people take
warning.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30

A pretty good story is being told onS S. Cox,
In his district for The truth of which we will not
vouch, though aware that he is not above the
performance of a trick Of the sort. IL appears
he has ben sending little packages OF wheat 10
the farmers of the d!sIric labsed" huti Weevi
wheat aud represented as having come from
the Patent Office, The point Of the Story is the
Cox purchased the wheat in Columbus, and thai
much of that sent 10 the farmers was nclui!
fall Of ,gergu Nh Suuuscl is now called ,h,
"wceyil candidate"
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30

REMARKAsLE FEcUNDIry.--A fri4nd inst from
the famous A roostookValley in northern Maine,
tells us that man was walking along in a,
thoughtful mood a cHcmbsT uine gave chase 10
him, ran up his leg and into his pocket. The
man in great terror, thrnsting his hand into his
pocket 10 eject the impudent intruder, drew
forth a Tipe cucumber
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30

"A medic wtter asserts that DE introduc-
ton Of th- tomato upoi ths table has reduced
the severity OF C rtain types OF summer diseases
10 a noticeable exttBi There is no d, ubt of
their hsathfuness as food, II 'r of th,ir ceence
as a luxury,
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30

CHESS PRoBiEM.-John and Juias problem, by
Amator. John 10 move and mate in two moves
John moves his arm round Julia's neck;
She moves one square, and whispers, check;
Hs nothing daunted, moves right straight
His lips ts hers, and calls out, mate
SOLUTION.
Poor Julia yields to loves constraints;
sighs. bushes palpitatcs, and faints
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30
Commercial College,

FACULTY.
". Fl. HoLLIsrER, E. r. FELTON,
Principals and Profs. of Book Keeping and collat-
eral branches
WV. p. COOPER, W. II. HoLLIsTBR.
Professors of Practical and Ornamental Penman-
ship
L, " BRUCE, Esq., and others, Lecturers on Railroad
and Marine Law,
JARVIS NJ. ADAMS, ESQ.,. d. w. BRooKs. ESQ.,,
Lecturers Commercial Law.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30

For Full Course bookkeeping, including all de-
partments, Lectures Commercial Law, etc.,
time unlimited, .-----. $40
For Half Course do do do. -----. ----------- 40
For One Year Business Writing, 10
For twenty-five Lessons Business Writing, ------ 8
For Flourishing. Ornamental Pehmanship and Pen
Drawing. as may be agreed upon
G1-speeial Lectures will be delivered frequently
by gentlemen of celebrity, upon literary and scientific
subjects.
At this institution each student is required to pass
examnat.ou before the above Committees in their
respective departments and if qualified, receives thsT
terufcate.
Our manuscripts are now complete, and the public
Rre'inyited 10 call ani exauiue them.
For further information call at College Rooms, ol
address uOLLISTER q FELTON,.
Cleyel nd, March 4th ls5s.-lsms
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1858-09-30
EXAMINING COMMITTEES.

#. EAAMlNlNG COMMl1IEEo.
On BASKING--E. L. JONES, Assistant Cashier, Com
msrcial Branch Bank.
OK MERcHAEDIzING, JoBBIEG & CoMMIssIoN-T.
DwIGHr EELs, Secretary Cleveland Gas Company.
II. G.. CLEVELAND, Book Keeper for Geo. Worthing-
ton d Co,
LAFAYETTE voRoE. Book.Keeper for Edwards & Id
'dlings.
OK Railroads.&c.. c. LUCE, Auditor Of Cleveland
d Tolsd r, r. Co.
J. t. SIMPKINs. Assistant Superintendent c. & T.
\. r. Co.
HID. WATrERsoN, Clerk Freight Dept. c. Il T. R.
Il. Co.
j. NJ, FERRIS. Clerk Ticket :" 4" F"
II. H. wHEELER, Clerk Ticket Department c. p. d
A n. Il. Co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10
D,athof Venerable Man.

The venerable John Warrock sled at his
residence in this city, on Saturday night
lie was the oldest native OF Richmond liV-
ing in the city Mt the time. lie was born IN
the old frame building at the corner II l9th
and Franklin street, on the 9TH OF Novem-
Der, 1913, and vas, therefore, "a years and
four months old when he died. lie was a
printer, and no doubt the oldest OF the pro-
fesson in the State. lie learned the bust
ness in the office Of the Petersburg lnteIl-
gencer, and returned to Richmond after the
conclusion of his apprenticeship. aud never
left it. lie WAS elected Printer to the Senate
of Virginia thirsy-eight years since, and re-
NAMED in the office to the time OF hls death.
lie was the oldest Mason 10 the city, having
been Initiated in 1910, 4S years since. lie
held the Office of Treasurer in the Lodge to
which be was attached "a years, and upon
resigping. two years since, the Lodge pre-
sented him with handsome silver cup as
testimonial of their appreciation OF his In
tegrity and worth.
This venerable gentleman was one OF the
mos, unaffected, kind hearted, even temper
ed, and hone-t men We have ever known -
His uni!orm dress was suit OF black; his
coat of ample cut: and az be moved in his
daily walks, with snow-white head and bland
countenance, he presented a most venerable
appearance and received the respect OF oil.
He was remarkable for the regularity OF bis
habits and the purity Of his life. lie ENJOY
ed uninterrupted health until two years
since, when he took his first dose Of medi
cine. For many years he bad published
Warrock's Almanac, and the pleasant and
entertaining selections with which he filled
out the pages Of that publication bespoke his
kind and simple disposition. We think he
could hardly have entertained an unklnd
thought towards any living being, and Ger
tainly he never deserved any sentiment bat
kind0ess and respect from his fellow men
Thus be dies, the Father Of the Printing Pro
fession in this city. The craft may well
emulate that regularity and purity which
were the distinguishing traits OF his charac-
ter and made bis face beam with the suu-
shine of summer, while winters SHOWS
whiteued his aged bead.-Riah. Dispatch.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10
Increase OF New York.

held an extended and interesting CONVEX
sation this morning With merchant of New
York. 10 the course Of our conversation he
gave me some very strong facts, showing the
Great increase in the size and wealth OF New
York. One was, that bis wife (now decea
sed but who would this year have been forty
two Years DID, when girl. lived in FRANK
lin street, which is several streets below "a e.
n.,-thst she va. pupil at seminary, lor
osted above what is now Canal street. out
,hsn ont of the city, and that she walked
through open lots all the way from Der i"!n-
ers residence to the seminary. No'o the ei'y
is buin up solid, for miles above that po'ho'
He now pays $l4.500 annual rent lor ~, ol'
store, which is few streets below fraoklin.
He told me that when the Astor House "ss
built in 1888, II think it was the geoers'
remark. that il was too high up town 70 sue
ceed--tbe fret class Hotels all being oeio~
that point. No,o with the exception OF th's'
every first class hotel of the city is from one
and half to three miles in direct line
further up.-Nortolk Herald.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10
Telegraphic Dispatches,

WASHINGTON, March S.--The Senate was
in executive session for two hours and hall
to-day, on the nomination of Mr. Cook as
Postmaster at Chicago. An earnest DEBATE
took place, hut no question was taken In con-
eouence of the absence Of quorum.
Mr. Jsbn Cochrane to-day presented. In
the House, a petition for the passage OF
bankrupt law, numerously signed by mer,
chants of New York. He also presented
three petitions for homestead law, from
merchants and brokers to the humber OF ooo'
ALBANY, March 8.--An abolition conven'
ton was held here to-day, Rev. Samuel a.
Nav presiding. Resolutions advocating tue
total abolition of slavery, and eondemn'ns
all other political parties, were introduced,
The convention was about equally divided
between males and females, white and black
Wendell Phillips spoke during the afternoon
and evening.
NEW YORK, March S.-The barqce Zephyr
from Messins, (via Gibraltar, on the l5th
of January, spoke the barque Adr'atic on
on the 29,b of January, of Cape Pals, oOuna
to New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10
The Money Market.

The stock market at New York, on MONDAY
was dull and lower, contrary TO expectation
under the favorable character OF the foreign
news. The money glut in England had begun
10 exercise a stimulating influence on stock eA'
change. Included in this movement are the va.
rous desci ptions OF American stocks current
in the English market The stock circulars
speak OF an active and increasing demand, aud
quote material advances over prices ruling a.
the date of the previous steamer. In London.
OH Friday, money was very abundan, IN The
open market at from 2 10 u p cent and N
some cases transactions are reported for the dI''
count houses At "A, and even Il p cent, la'
Bank of England, it was thought By some
would make further reduction n rs MINIMUM
rate of discount to y y cent in the week o..
lowing the sailing OF the Europa. The demand
for gold for export TO the continent was ho".
ever, larger and considerable proportion Of
recent arrivals had been sent in that direction.
The same reluctance to use capital tor CONNER
cial purposes which has been so prominent
feature here during the last four months, Is d"
played in the money markets Of Europe
Mr. Satterthwaite's circular by the EafoP.
says -
I'VE have TO note largely increased nqufi
for A merican securities in London during ne
past week New York and Ere bonds and
Michigan Central bonds have been in strong
demand at advanced rates. New York Cen'fa
shares have risen to 81 on the payment OF =
cent dividend, and the satisfactory statement Ct
revenue account. Illinois Central shares ar
quiet at former rates, closing firm at 10 dn
count.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10

John Van Buren, is nimble harlequin in
politics. His party may toss him out OF the
third story window in Tammany Hall, but
hs alights on bis feet-and very soon, we see
him again, as brisk and full of fun as ever
10 the midst of those who elected him from
their company. hail fellow, we'll met" max
ing them IS merry as he is himself and con-
GLIDING their fun by extorting the confession
that they cannot do without him! lie bias
shire wdness. wit. elasticity, and talent tor
ground and lofty .tumbling." His reap
pesranos now on the political stage. as
Kansas Democrat, is not at all surprising
II was about time to assume new charac-
tor. He had been free collier, nay, even
thought be anti-national democratic. long
enough. Fortunately. this time, be does not
appear to be doing mischief. Ii be were a
statesman as we'll ss politician. and to take
tho right side in politics, bis services would
Ia invaluable.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10
Bombardrn ent Of Canton.


The ci,v of Canton was virtually in the
possession of the Eaglish and French On the
2Sth of December. A note dated the morn
iag OF the 2S!b, after the bombardment had
commenced, sa,s:
"To give Sou some idea of the fire which
has been opened, just fancy Twenty-Five gun
boats, mounting in all about sky guns,
throwing shot and shell of the largest ana
mos, deadly description, together with si1
l3-inch mortars, weighing each about SIX
tons, besides the broadsides OF the largest
mep-of-yar. The destruction must be terrinc.
Alter the city bias been sufficiently hreo into'
the naval brigade, with the troops, Will au-
vance On Coughs Fort, which place, you are
aware, commands the town. The naval
force will be in three divisions, oil under the
command of Commander the Hon. Z. u.
! Elliott"
Admiral Seymour, iu despatch dated
December ooh, says:
1.-The city of Canton was assau'tod anc
taken by e.calade this morning, by the naval
and military forces of the allied Powers
with very trifng loss as to the numbers: but
most serious in the loss OF Captain W. l..
Bate, OF her Majesty's ship Acte N, who wa
killed by single ball whilst reconnoitering
suitable position for our scaling-Iadusrs.
The French Admiral writes
Canton is at the mercy OF the allied Tor
ces. The north forts seem 10 have been aban-
doned. The flags of France and OF Fog
land are hoisted On the ive-story pagoda.-
| Our loss is small for al attacking lorce.
sm acting in concert with Admiral Seymour
and General Straubenzie, to make sure the
results of the victory obtained by the arms
of England and France. Tue fire from tie
allied fleet was excellent, aud contributed III
no small degree to the success"
A Canton letter in the London Times states
that Yeh's reply to the demand of the Plen-
ipotentisry before the bombardment com
menced was simply to the effect that Lord
Elgin had better settle the matter smicably,
Us SIR George Bouhsm did on former occa-
sion, and for ~bich he Sir George was
made X c. B., in proof of which he Yeh)
begged to enclose a Hong Kong newspaper
containing an announcement Of that inter
estng fact As for the Americans he knew
very little about theu', and was scarcely
aware Of the existence even Of such Ia
ton as the Preach
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10
FAUQUIER.
C0NMUNICATED

Would it not be well for the people If
Fairfax, who are so deeply interested in The
growth and prosperity Of AleIsndria-.bd,
msrket-to hold meeting at their ne,,
Court day, Monday, and instruct the Dele.
gate from that county, 10 the Legislature, to
vote for the appropriations to the work. Of
internal Improvements leading to thi, CITY
That Fairfax can be opposed to the SPEEDY
com pletion Of our Railroads, we cannot BE-.
lieve, nor do we think that the delegate csu
be representing the interest or wishes Of
that county, when be opposes the apprOpris
tons. E0X POPULI
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10

eats, and so bent ou winning distinction and
place in Presidential contests, and succeed
ed 10 engrossing to such extent, the pe9rI.
with the same spirit, that il was deemed val,
to invite attention even to this great So 100,
seeing that it embraced no element of b,r,
interest, and gave no promise Of po!i,csI
distinction or place. But, now, the time.
seem more propitious; events are turning tbs
public mind to material interests, and IN.
people must become sensible that they bs,s
graver duties to perform than to confer cfS,s
and emolument upon popular favorites.
Let US then, at once give attention to ,be.
material interests; let the General AssembIv
Of Virginia win for itself the credit of the
first movement, and place upon the statute
book, and act that may be hereafter entitled
IAN Act of Southern independence"
FAUQUIER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10
DIED

In Washington, on Saturday morning Marco
9th, o. rheumatic fever, CLARK RIDER, IA
the 2Sth year of his age.
In Castroville, Medina county, Texas, Febru,
airy 9Th. 1858, GEORGE A. STEVENS, age!
81 years, recently a resident OF WashIngtoa
city. aa1
Very suddenly, at Fitzgerald's, PennsyIysnl.
avenue, Washington, CALVIN J. CROCKER
only son of Hon.. Ira tocker, Of Portland Ne
He was member Of the advance party OF e1
piorng engineers Of the South Pass wagon
road expedition. q. go.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10
The Turkisn a Admiral.

The arrival of the Turkish Admiral and
his suite has created "5enostion, and
great curiosity is manifested to see them
They are auartered at the ST. Nicholas, IN
New York. The Admir- is described IS
having
"A portly appearance and considerable
hau;eur in his manner. He i. a man of
about FIVE feet ten inches in height, rather
stoutly made, with broad shoulders, and an
intelligent countensoce. lie has smooth
pleasing face, peculiarly Oriental large dark
ewes and round visage His cheeks have a
tendency to reduess, and his face is plump.
His nose is long, and somewhat OF the 10
man stvle. His mouth small aud lips thin.
On his upper lip is moustsche, which az
pears to have been trimmed with much care.
His forehead 10 high, broad, and without 8
wrinkle. His hair. mOustiOher eyebrows,
&c, are brown or auburn, and he does not
wear his hair longer than is usually worn by
Americans. HIS dress is 10 no way remark
able. A loose brown frock overcoat covers d
dark cloth frock coat, inside of which ia a
brown velvet vest and colVred shirt. His
pants were of black cloth, and bis boots were
rather heavy 10 material, OF the KIND com
monty known as short boots. Around bis
need was muller OF gray wOolen cloth, and
AROUND bis head, in Turkish fashion, was a
red and blue turban. All bis apparel was OF
a very fine material, and ~e-ei not Tor the
turban nothing extraordinary would be about
his appearance.
1t is further stated that be was at the
grand attack Of Sebastopo on the 18th OF
October, 1855, aud was in command OF di-
vision Of the Turkish feet throughout the
Crimean war. He is said to be ouly thirty
two years old
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10

The debate on Kansas goes on In both
Houses Of Congress-iu tho Senate 90 the
regular bill, aud in the House Of Represen-
tativss whilst the consular and diplomatic
bill 10 properly before that body. In the
latter body. Mr.. Boccck and MIR. Davis spoke
on Monday, and Mr. Keitt bad the floor tor
yesterday, In the Senate, Mr.. Hamhn had
tho floor for yesterday. No new facts-no
now arguments talk-talk-tsik.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10

The grant Of new trial to the boy Rogers,
the murderer of Swanson, in New York. who
was quietly passing the street with his wife)
has bean granted upon the strange plea that
he was intoxicated at the time. This is a
reversal of the military code which considers
drunkenness an offeoce Of itself, and so far from
mitigating punishment is considered good
reason for increasing it. Ii is dangerous
idea to be allowed to enter into criminal pro-
ceedings. Every vagabond in the land will
soon find an excuse for his deprsvity. Men
often get drunk with the express view of Civ
ing themselves courage" to carry out evil
designs conceived when sober.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10

The postage, to be levied in the United
States upon letters addressed to Liberia, via
En gland, after the lst of April next, will be
SO cents the single rate Of half an ounce or
under, prs-pay ment required. A postal t'ea-
~ has boon concluded between Great Britain
and Liberi6
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10

Tho Union says that after the passage OF
the Kansas bill 10 the Senate, which event
viii take place early next week, the scene
Of in terest will be transferred to the House OF
Representatives. 1t anticipates Its passage
III ara. too. without much more delay.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10

The Richmond Wbig objects warmly tc
luseins Kansas in by the side of Minnesota
K.rs.s and Minnesota should each stand
upou its own merits. If Northern mem
bsrs will not vote for the admission OF Nan
a. per Sc, they should not he bribed BY the
.dn;.s;on of Minnesota. Log-rollng Is the
most unprincipled and dangerous style Of
la0ialation
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-10

Desp.sobe, from Mr. Forsyth give the i'm
preston that the present state OF affairs IN
Mexico is trspsitory. The report that e1-pres-
nsut Comonfors was Oh bis wsy to the North
i an error. He has taken house IN Ne"
Orleans. aud waits the issue OF affairs.