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New-York daily tribune., 1858-02-05

ENAMELED CHAMBER FURNITURE, st
IL c. y FARRINGTON'S WsreToOms, No. SS CAn. st.
sprostta Woo.t<r-st. New York.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

EF Senator Crittenden recently made the
following eloquent aud patriotic remarks in
the L. S. Senate during the discussion of the
bill to admit Minnesota into the Union as a
State:
with all these arguments and views, and
in almost every argument and controversy
that | now witness on this floor, are mingled
to give them strength and point, either prog
nostcs of the overthrow of this Government,
or threats against its existence. This is the
common Strengthening means now thrown
into every argument here. While we prize
the Union; while we would, am sure, and
the very gentlemen who use this language
would do all they could to preserve and per-
petuate the Constitution and the Union, there
is not day that we are not doomed to listen
here, over and over again, to threats Of its
overthrow; predictions made, little prophecies
thrown out, that to-day, or tomorrow, or at
some day near at hand, this government is
to be no more. Sir, this is the most unfortun-
ate and ominous sign that exists in the whole
country, in my jud gment. If such language
can be Familiarity used, and thrown into every
argument as make-we ght, as a dust in the
balance, if these threats can be made here
against the existence Of the Union, and if
they can have any effect upon the people OF
this country, then, indeed, sir, We may well
apprehend that it cannot last long. | hope
it will last forever, and il nobody threaten
ed it until | did, it would last forever. Ap-
plause in the galleries. Yes, sir, and ii will
last much longer than gentlemen here, by
continual repetition aud reflection, and med-
tation, believe to be so near at hand and it
would last much longer, perhaps, but for
these meditations. They prize it SO highly
that the rcmotest danger affects them; and
hey forthwith begin to prophecy that its end
is near at hand; or that they are provoked
at something which is done which they think
is adverse to the Interests of the Republic
and the Union, and then they threaten; but
all this is promoting the very purpose and
the very end against which know in their
heart they are proposed, and with their hands
would oppose.
We should do well, think, to throw out
of all our ordinary course of argument these
threats and these prophecies. | believe the
Union is to live, not because | wish it, or
you wish it sir, but it is to live for ages
believe it is enshriped in the hearts of the
people, and they will be its sustainers and
mantainers, even if we should be recreant
to the part we are to act, and desire its over
throw. 1t is not in our power-thank God
it is not in the power of the Senate, or of the
Congress Of the United States-to overthrow
this Government, and | rejoice in it. Zap
plause in the galleries.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

y CHANCE TO GET CUBA.-The lates,
ncws from Europe is that the Spanish Gov
ernment will refuse to give satisfaction to the
United States for the outrage which its Off
cials in Cuba perpetrsted upon our mail
steamer Ell Dorado, in firing into it, endan
sering life, and subsequently rifing it, in a
practical manner, of its mails. This outrage
upon the high seas, our Government (says
the Cincinnati Enquirer is bound, by a
sense of national honor, to have atoned for.
Both the last and the present Administra-
tons have made perscverng effo,ts to that
end. If the Spanish Government persists in
Its refusal. it may lead to important results,
and give us chance to get Cuba in an hon
orablc manner, by national con quest
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

"TuE JERKs.'--The Illinois Blr'ist Of
January IA, says that this strange infatua-
ZION is again revived. ltma'le its appearance
at protracted meeting among the Mctho-
dists a Indian Grove The scenes are les-
cribed as very exciting. From ffty to hun
dred were jerking at the same time. Their
hands, shoulders, feet and head would be Vi
olently thrown into the most grotesque and
apparently painful shapes. The wonen's
bonne's would fly off, their hair become dis
heveled, and, In some instances, snap like
whip. Tn some instances it attacked unoe-
levers in 1t, and unconverted men, who tried
to resist it by folding their arms and wrap
ping them tightly around their bodies, but.
in spite of themselves, their shoulders. first
one and then the other, would be- ierk4d
back, TIL they lost all control Of them seires.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

THESE remarkable Springs contain Sulphur,
L Carbonic Acid, Soda and Iron containing the
virtues of Brighton, AK la Chapelle, and Malvern
in Europe, and of Bladon, Bl,e Lick and Balston
Spas proved both by chemical analysis and by
the experience Of hundreds of invalids.
The Evans HOtcl-situated on an eleva-
ton, few yards from the Springs, has been enlarged
and retted for the accommodation of families, inva-
lids and the lovers of woodland pastnss Its table
cannot be surpassed, and its bar is supplied with
the choicest liquors. Tho waters in the vicinity
afford the finest fishing and bathing and the region
is noted as the Paradise of Hunters.
The undersigned having this day purchased all
the right, title and interest of Henry Evans, (the
late propretor in and to the above property avais
himself of this method to solicit a continuance of
the very liberal patronage bestowed upon the for
mer proprietor. THOS. d. EN ANS.
January 26, 1853. 81
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
NEWSPAPER LAW.

subscribers who do not give ExPRxss Norrc1
contrary are considered as wishing to con-
1their subscription.
"a subscribers order the discontinusnce of their
J, the publisher may continue to send them lill
u is due be paid.
n subscribers neglect or refuse to take their
from the Office to which they are directed,
he'd resp ,nsiibNlte 2at;l :kcy- have settled
ills and ordered their paper discontinued.
e subscribers remove to other places, without
'sS;ue the publisher, and the paper is sent to
S,mer direction, they are held responsible.
d sfhe courts have decided that refusing to take
-, or periodical from the Office, or removing
b wing it uncalled for, is prima .facie evidence
~ entiopal fraud.
I TIC Unied States courts have also repeatedly
~ "a tha postmaster who neglects to give sea-
&c mice, as required by the Post Office De-
lent, { the neglect or refusal Of person to
NJ fronhe Office newspapers addressed to min,
16rs thpostmaster liable to the publisher for the
Iooript4 price
ESNcpapers are not chargeable with postage
- ttcounty or parish in which they are printed
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

ALL ABOUT Girls NAMEs-If Won are q
very precise man and wish to be certain of
what you get, never marry girl who is nam
ed Ann, for we have the authority of LindIey
Murray, and others, that San is an indefinite
article"
you should like to have wife who is
lone of thousand." you should marry an
Emily or Emma-lor any printer can tell
you that Ems are always counted by the
thousand.
If you do not wish to have bustlng fl, .
about wife, you should not marry one named
.enny-ior every cotton spinner knows that
Jennies are always turning.
II you have a wife named Cordelia, you
should never drop any Of your old acquain-
tances, for he who has the deal never cuts
If you marry one named Margaret, you
may confidently expect that she will end her
days on the gallo~s, for all the world knows
that days were made fer hanging.
The most incessant writer in the world is
he who is always bound to Alkaline.
You may adore any wife, but you will be
surpassed in love when your wife is Dora.
Unless you would have the Evil One for a
father-in- Jaw, you should not marry lady
named Elizabeth, for the devil is the father
of Lze-Uies.)
If YOU wish to succeed in life as a porter,
you should marry Caroline and treat her
very kindly for SO long as you continue to
do this, you will be good to Carr (y) lie.
Many men of high moral principles, and
who would not gamble for the world, still
have not refused to take Bet.
None live, however that would scruple
to be Mat-(ed.)
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

Col. WADE HAMProN.-The death OF
this gentleman has created a void in the
circle in which he moved which cannot we'll
be filled. Those who knew him best are
best able to appreciate his ling worth, and
lament his loss. Born in South Carolina, he
possessed in an eminent degree th,s, high
nrbutes 70 character which distinguish the
true Carolina race he was ahigh toned, no.
Die hearted man, and the type of well bred,
refined gentleman. His mind was highly
cultivated, and his talents were Of practi-
cal order and devoted to the common good.
Agriculture and the improvent Of stock, par
ticularly the horse, were his special pursuits;
and the country is largely indebted to him
for elevating the standard of Southern agri.
culture.-Col. Hampton was one of the lar
gest and most successful planters in the
South, and his plantations, which are "model
FARMS on large scale, present all the i'm
provements which cultivated taste could
suggest and liberal wealth supply.
The deceased was an Aid of Gen. jackson
at the battle of New Orleans, and highly es.
teemed by his il!ustrion chief than whom
there was no better judge Of character. He
filled many positions Of honor and dignity,
and had his aspirations been ambitious Car
olina was willing to bestow upon her fayorito
son the highest honors at her disposal
Col. Hampton died suddenly, supposed
to be Of an affection of the heart. on Tues
day night last, (the 9th inst.,) at lbis plan
tation, Walnut Ridge, Mississippi. He was
in the 9th year of his age.
~. o. Bulletin.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
HEAD OF LITTLE RIVER,
NEW STORE.

THE UNDERSIGNED respectfully infolms his
keeping well selected stock of DRY GOODS,
GROCERIES, CROCKERY HATS, BOOTS,
SHOES, MEDICINES, DC. which he offers to
sell at VERY Low RATE FOR CASH.
Having selected his stock with view to meet the
wants of the surrounding country and with reference
to doing strictly cash business, his only induce
ment to purchasers good articles at fair prices.
He invites all respectfully to call and examine for
themselves before purchasing elsewhere.
E. X. DAVIS.
HEAD OF LITTLE RIVER, June II, 1857. (4,e,47
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

New ORLEANS AND OUaCHIrA RIv- ~ =
Err Ten Day PACKET, kEssssssi{5a
lfOR Camden, Trenton, Monroe, Pine Bluit, Column
L bia, HarrsorbuIg, Trinity and all intermediate
landings on the 0uachta and Black rivers, the supe
perior passenger packet, "R. w. McRAE," Len
More, Master }. w, Tobin Clerk, will continue to
make regular trips in the above trade during the
season. Feb. II, '5S-ds
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
fhe 6arrisonbnrs Jnhrpenoent.
5UED EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING.
TERMS

DOLLARS per annum in advance, or
RDoLLARs and FIFTY CENTS after the lapse OF
months
RSubscrption discontinued until all arrears are
and an order to that effect
berti,ements inserted at 81 per square for the
bsersion, and Fifty cents for each continuance,
LINES or less constitute souARE) A liberal
tioa made to those who advertise by the year
bng advertisements.
announcing candidates for Parish Offices IS
5e echarged-for all other Offices, $40, invariably
tsance.
J, PRINTING executed with neatness and pune
4. Payable on delivery.
letters pertaining to the business Of the estab-
bnt to be addressed J. Q. A. TALrAFERRo.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
AN ARKANSAS FATHERS ADVICE
TO HIS SON.

Bob, you are about leaving homo C.
strange parts. You're going to throw m !
out OF the game, and goit alone. The odd
is again you, Bob, but remember always tn;
industry and perseverance are the wiunin .s
card; they are the powers" Book learnin-
and all that sort Of things will do to fill u
with, like small trumps, but you must hsv
powers to back 'em, less they amt WORT
shucks. II luck runs again you pretty strong
don't cave in and look like sick chicken
|on rainy day, but hold your head up and
nrxke them believe you're iiush Of trumps;
they won't play so hard agin you. I've trav.
eled around some, Bob, and I've found ou,
that as soon as folks thought you helt 9
weak hand, they'd all buck again you strong.
So, when you're sorter weak, keep on a bold
front, but play cautious; be satisfied with a
pint. Many's the hand, I've seen eucherd'
cause they plaid for too much. Keep your
eyes we'll skined. Bob; don't let 'em "uig'
on you; recol|ect the game lays as much with
the head as with the hands. Be temperate
never get drunk, for then no matter how
good your hand, you wont know how to
play it; bowers and the ace won't save YOU,
for there's sartin to be ''miss deal'' or
something wrong. And another thing, Bob,
(this was spoken in a low tone,) don't go
too much on the woman; queens is kinder
Of poor cards; tho moro you have of 'em the
worse for you; you might .have three, and
nary trump. l don't say discard 'em all; if
You get hold of one that's a trumpt, it's all
good and there's sartin, to be one out offour.
And above all, Bed, b. .hoqsst; never take
n vAoose trick ,vnf Irusxs4GS4nN]S> +o WOW uor
"slip" cards, or mig" for then 50a4 cana =,
look your man in the face, and when that's
tue case there's no fun in the game; it's regu
lar 'cut throat" So now, Bob, farewell; re-
member wot tell you, and you'll be sure to
win, and ifyou don't, sarves your rights if
you get 'shucked." ,s.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
Z G. L LA r OUACHITA -
II BAYOU BARTHOLOMEW, and AasE
RI .Cr Pryrp Do, ,Lot nj 4

John Glenn master, will take her place in the above
trade so soon as the water permits-taking feights
and passengers for Alabama Landing, Point Pleas
ant, Ouachita city, Sterlington, Trenton, Monroe,
Pine Bluff, Columbia, Harrisonburg, Trinity, and
all intermediate landings on the above route.
The Paul Jones has been purchased expressly for
the above trade, and is new and will remain during
the entire seasen. Capt. Glenn thankful for the
patronage bestowed on the Farmer last season re-
specially sollcts continuance of the same for the
Paul Jones foot 2l ds
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

IE- The New York CORE spondent of the
Charleston Courier says: ''lfthe Nicaragua
scheme Of Walker entirely fails and Spain
proceeds to extre,nities against Mexico, it
will not be very wide of the mark to predict
that the most prominent of our fIlibusters-
Generals Walker, Henningsen. Wheat, etc,
will be found battling under the banners of
Mexico. This will be but the stepping stone
to other and grander projects.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

THE UNION OF WEST FLORIDA AND ALA
BANA.-Alabama, through her Legislature,
is about popping the question to West FIori-
da. 1t is very hard case when both are so
willing that the banns canuot be celebrated
and the long desired Union consumated.-
Socially end commercially and terri.oralv
The swain are one flesh.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
THE ROYAL MARRIAGE IN ENGLAND

Could the people of Europe by any posi-
b'lty look upon events transpiring around
them from an American point of view, the
whole trick of royalty would be brought to
a speedy termination. As wearead Of sucl,
affairs as the birth of royal babies; the GER
emonies Of the occasion, indelica,e and dis
gushing; the pomp and show which surround
them even in taking an airing" and Of late
the lavish and costly display proposed in hon
or of the nup,ials of the Prince of Prussia
and the Princess Royal Of England, we have
good cause, with all our faults and foIlies. TO
rejoice in our exemption from SO Illuminating
political and social condition. The system
OF royalty erects its chief into superhuman
position. Men and women, with not whit
better claim to distinction than half Of
their subjects, and far less than muliitudes Of
them, are elevated by the merest fiction into
sort of demigods. They are perched upon
an unattainable eminence, and held SO sacred
in their royalty that no sutject-po mere
man or woman of the land can be suffered
to mate with :hem. To the people of Amer
ica this thing is too absurd to be regarded
but with ridiculc and contempt. To the
people of Europe it is the very basis of their
loyalty.
That such system should prevail, and
with unquestionable success, at this age of
the world, is really curious problem o: hu-
manity. That it is in process Of solution
there can be but little doubt, and the result
is easily to be antici psted, but not the time
when. As we have said, TO Americans roy
atty and its absurd pretertions, and the more
absurd submission of tie people, are things
that would not be tolerated for day. And
it is certain that the sentiment which per-
vades the public mld Of the United States
is gradually ditlusiny itself over Europe. AS
the enlightening Influence grows into vigor
and activity, and ia the accession Of numbers
the preponderanoe of power is on the side Of
freedom, there will be an end of all the arti-
icalities of political life, and the reality will
be established by the people themselves. All
The pomp ard show of the nuptal occasion
ust celebrted in England will do more to
weaken than strengthen the thrones of Eu-
'ope. The fact may not appear. But with
IN intelligent people the processes Of reason
ire sure to be more right than wrong, how
,ver discreetly they may be concealed from
he observation Of others, or even veiled to
he perception of the individual in whom
hey are wrought.-Baltimore Sun.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
~ l. BAYOU BARTHOLOMEW Il NEW Or
ikss5..3a2 LEANS PACKET SILVER MOON

lhE above new and light draught packet SILVER
1 Moon, J. w. Moore, Master, Frank Moore elk,
will commence her regulrr trips in the Bayou Bar
thoomew the first rise of water, and shippers may
rely on the Silver Moon remaining in t.e trade the
whole season. 29tf
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
BUSINESS ENLARGED.
80 EE4B E5BB Z Z

FTHE UNDERSIGNED begs leave to inform his
L friends and the community generally, that he
is now in receipt of an unusually large and well
selected stock of GOODS for the FALL and WIN
TER TRADE. Consisting of DRY GOODS,
READY MADE CLOTHING,
GENTS FURNISHING GOODS.
GROCERIES,, BOOTS, SHOES,
HATS, SADDLERY, CROCKERY,
TIN, WOOD, WILLOW AND GLASS WARE
Together with large assortment of PLANTA-
TlON DRY GOODS, and would respectfully ask the
attention Of those wishing to purchase to call and
examine assuring them that no effort will be spared
to rendsr it advantageous TO purchase of HIM
D. MARKS.
\. B. High ct cash price paid for cotton.
H~risonburg, Sept 10TH 81 emo
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

| Those sentiments of love which flow from
the heart cannot be frozen by adversely.
A wag, on hearing that man had given
up chimney sweeping, expressed surprise, as
be thought the business sooted him.
A Hibernian Senator, speaking of suicide,
said, "the only way to stop it, was to make
it a capital offense.'
Oh, pretty gal, your darling dear,
About the gizzard feel SO queer.
Simpson says the ladies do not set their
caps for the gentlemen any more; they spread
their hoops.
The ladies say they are opposed to stop
ping the males on the Sabbath, especially
in the evening, unless they stop at their
houses.
Beautiful Extract. Helping a handsome
young lady out of mud hole.
CURr.-lf you desire to succeed in life, do
not stop to kick every contemplate cur tina:
barks at your heels as you pass along. This
is our experience SO far.
A beautiful inscription, it is said, may be
found in an Italian graveyard:
Here lies Etcla, who transported a largo
fortune to heaven in acts Of charity, and has
gone thither to enjoy it."
The Boston Post understands thata Young
lady Of its acquaintance says she would be
afraid to get married; lest her husband, in the
course OF few years, should poison her, or
she should poison him.
=
ford Mercury tells the following;
There is dog owned in Falmouth that
has been to church regularly for years. and
has also attended punctualy all the funerals
in that town. At the death OF his master
this dog went to the funeral, and continued
to visit the grave for some time, but since
that event has never attended another fune-
raj. This dog still continues to 60 to church
with His accustomed regularity.
The following really wise saying, and open
hit at brandy faces, we find passing" lis
too good to be lost
1t is good sign to SEQ tho color Of healtl,
in mans face. 1t is a bad sign to see it
all concentrated in his'nose. .'-
An advocate before bench of magistrates
a short time ago, said he had two witnesses
in court in support of his client, and they
would be sure 10 speak the truth-for he had
no opportunity to communicate with them.
A traveller in the backwoods met with 4
settler near house, and inquired.
"Whose house,"
Hogs"
''Of what built = ..
"Logs,"
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
Eoeal ADVERTISEMENTS.
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS,


Situated in the healthful Pine Woods (HA
near Little River and Catahoula Lake, El
and accessible at all times by good Carriage
Road from Alexandria.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
n T. w sTOR e .

NE w STOR e.
ME UNDERSIGNED respect GA
fully informs his friends and the s=saA
public generally, that he has Just opened at
(tand in Trinity,
A WE'LL SELECTED STOCK OF
NEW GOODS,
ted to the Spring and Summer seasons and
"a he offers at DECIDEDLY Low RATES for
Having laid in his present stock with much
and With reference to a cash business exclu.
y,n will be seen, that the prices at which he
ner'ng merchandise, are really very moderate,
sach as Offer inducements to purchasers All
respectfully solicited TO examine his assortment
certain his prices and judge for themselves.
JOHN ". PHILIPS,
ss't|' n"9 lo, 1887. v4nltf
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24
FLElSHMAN & CONN
& ctlj 8

DRY GOODS, CLOTHING, GROCERIES,
HARDWARE, FANCY ARTICLES, &C.
FRONT STREET, HARRIsoNB
n addition to their ready la, ge nd well seec-
L ted stock for the FALL AND WINTER TRADE,
are receiving fine assortment of
.R'ady Made Glohing;
Furnishing Goods;
Plantation Supplies !; dc, dc.
all Of which they respectfully ask the community at
large to call examine rs their STOCK is not to be
surpassed by any similar establishment in the
country.
~ We receive and Store Freight on liberal
terms. nov. 21tf.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1858-02-24

Those sentiments of love which flow from
the heart cannot be frozen by adversely.
A wag, on hearing that man had given
up chimney sweeping, expressed surprise, as
he thought the business sooted him.
A Hibernian SENATOR speaking Of suicide,
said, "the only way to stop it, was to mako
it capital offense."
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1858-05-05

- A white girl connected with one
of the ''frst class hotels" in Albany,
recently fell in love with a colored wal
ter. She sent aforesaid colored waiter
billet doux Waiter kissed letter and
place it in his pocket. Letter got out
Of the pocket and fell upon the floor
1t was picked up by the sister of the
young white lady who fell in love with
colored gentleman. Sister reported
case to proprietor. Proprietor inquired
into the matter and discharged young
lady. Colored gentleman undertook to
see her at the door. This SO exaspera-
ted another white young woman that
she undertook to take s'cold pizenn and
make corpse of herself A stomach
pump was administered to young lady
No: 2, and the effect of the 'scold pizen''
removed from her system. Young la
dy No. 2 still threatens to make "a cor
pus' of herself unless colored gentle
man becomes E'hern." The world
moves. Why does not the proprietor
Of the hotel ask colored gentleman to
follow worlds example?