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Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

MELODY AND HARMoNY.-Now that the
long nights of winter are upon us and we are
thrown upon our own resources for entertain
ment and amusement, the question arises, in
what way are we to make the time pass pleas
antly. The lectures of the Mercantile Libra
ry Association offered us one resource. In
addition to this we learn, with pleasure, that
Professor Philip Rohr, of Philadelphia, editor
of the "Dutche MAsic Zsitung' one of the
best German musical papers of the union, and
of various excellent musical societies of that
city, will remove this winter permanently to
ST. Paul Prof Rohr is not unknown to our
citizens, having already given two or three
successful concerts here. We have no doubt
that in connection with his labors as teacher
of the higher departments of music, Prof
Rohr will enliven some of the long winter
nights with concerts, oratorios and soirees
worthy his high reputation.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

CoLoRED CHURCH.-The colored people of
Paul hold service every Sabbath afternoon in
the African School House back of the City
Hall. Rev. j. Mattocks, BY request, supplies
their spiritual wants temporarily. The SER
vice is well attended.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

New ORLEANS Dec 4

I'VE" OKLEANS, DEC. z.
Douglas arrived here at clock last eve
ming. One hundred guns were fred, and the
hospitalities of the city rendered him. He
was then escorted by the Mayor and Alder
men to the st. Charles, where he was call d
out, and made brief speech. Great thu
siasm prevails. He was welcomed by ali ar.
ties, and the True Delta nominates him q
the Presidency.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

\ ST. PAUL BRASS BAND.-We learn that
J. c. Terry is engaged in getting up fine
brass banda desideratum for our city, as
its need has been long felt. The citizens will
DC waited Oh in due time for aid to procure
tue Instruments. Some has been pledged be-
lorehand and we feel assured that the band
will be able to organize soon.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

New ORLEANS, Dec. 4.
The steamship General Rusk, from Brazos
on the 3Oth ult., has arrived here The news
from Mexico is favorable to the liberals. 1t
was reported that Zuloaga was about to de-
camp. The Liberal are in favor of treaty Of
extradition Of slaves and criminals.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

The END OF TINE "A fellow citizen has
come to sudden death. In the Stiffness of
midnight, thick darkness stared him in the
face from an abyss one hundred feet below,
where eternity received him as he fell. The
hour nor the moment no man could have
KNOWN but the faithful watch that went down
with its wearer, and received its death shock
simultaneously, points to the sad moment,
when, at % minutes past - o'clock, with
John H. Brownson is the end Of time!
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11
CITY ITEMS.
Items from " Unknown.0

PERsONAL-If the individual with sinis-
ter countenance, and of moustache notoriety
who steals my papers five mornings out OF
six-will desist, and present himself with the
plausible plea that he cannot afford to sub
scribe for and have them delivered legitimately
to him, l will agree to have the three morning
dailies left at his shop free gratis for one year.
But further agree that, if he don't desist, |
will administer to him dog button or an
emetic of buck k-shot, to the best Of my ability.
and his ncighbors would smuggle the lumber
for his own coffin and steal the sheets for his
shroud.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

CHRIST CHURCH, PARISH FEsrlvAL.-Con-
cert Hall has been engaged by the ladies of
DR.. Van Ingen's congregation for entertain
ment on the evening Of Tuesday before Christ
mas. The ladies provide their friends with a
supper, and invite them to have, with them,
pleasant evening. The proceeds are to be
devoted to the repair and establishment of
the old parish church, and to the relief of the
sick and needy.
Tickets for individuals and families are in
the hands of various members of the parish.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

New YORK, Dec 6.
Increase in loans, 1872, ,G29 increase in
specie, $249, 1896; increase in circulation, $1,-
800, o6O; decrease in deposit, $16,670 total
specie, $27, ,407, ,727.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

ARE WE TO HAVE AN UNUSUALLY Cold WIN
rER?-The Glencoe Register says: "The pro-
phets among the Indians give out that we are
to have a cold winter. The reason they as
sign is that the buffalo are leaving the plains
and going into the woods. Another reason
they give is that the muskrats build comfort
able houses Or dens to reside in during the
winter. This may all be true, but we can
tell better next spring whether they will prove
correct or not. Thus far the cold has been
rather severe"
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

1T is suggested that Canaan and Buchanan
are at enmity-and that the probability is
T1n-I-CoWN
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

An era Of Jolly times is just inaugurated.
Old Winter has robed the hills in white and
spread his CLASSY hand upon the water-fields.
The boys have buckled on their steel-edged
shoes for new sports upon the ice, while the
little girls with red cheeks and muffled in
furs, gladden. the welkin with their merry
voices as their innocent plays go on. Ladies
and gentlemen have donend the habiliments of
the cunning wolf and fox and beaver, and of
other fine birds of the prairies that have fallen
prey to the fur Dealers agents. The rumbling
of wheels has died away as the new carpet
is spread, and the chime Of a thousand strings
of bells now fills the heart with Joy and the
mind with mrth.
The eastern people have been congratula-
ting themselves upon having six weeks good
sleighing and substantial winter generally,
"while Minnesotians have had nothing of the
kind" think we have better reasons for
congratulating ourselres that we live in so
moderate climate
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

iW To Adam and Eve, Paradise was a
Home. To the good among their descendants,
Home is Paradise.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

Boston, Dec. 2.
The temperance party Of Boston have Or
ganized, politically, by nominating julius A.
Palmer for Mayor, and full ticket for Alder
men.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

cd the following communication in reply to an
inquiry day or two since, as to what had be-
come of the Gymnasium
MOTTO.
IT'S exercise that quickens the young blood
And sends it coursing through the purple veins,
Renews and renovates its crimson food remains
Imparts life and strength, whilst health
To shame the idle sluggard, who perforce,
Lacking its use, is but lifeless "corse.'
Editors Of the NjhhesOtian : Having OBJ
served in your paper Of the 2Sth ult., an in
quiry in regard to the st. Paul Gymnasium,
l take pleasure in giving you, and through
your columns the public, the desired informa-
ton. The Association is now completely or
ganized, and comprises list ofmembcrs num-
bering between thirty and forty of the most
respectable, energetic and active young men
of our city. They hold their meetings for prac-
tice two evenings of each week, (Mondays
and Thursdays) at their hall in Irvine, Stone
& McCormick's block, on Third street
As these exercises are calculated to develop
the physical faculties in their fullest extent,
and whilst encouraging active and industrious
habits, tend largely to the promotion of health
and at the same time afford opportunity for in
nocent recreation and amusement. 1t is to be
hoped that the young gentlemen of st. Paul
will find it to their advantage to become men,
bers, in preference to devoting the whole Of
the long winter evenings to more sedentary if
not less innocent amusements. The terms Of
admission are very moderate, and any further
particulars respecting the institution may be
learned by inquiring of Mr. Walton Cubbv,
office of the Surveyor General, OR at the Hall
on the evenings specified.
ONE OF THE MEMBERS.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

ST. LOUIS, Dec. 2.
The Overland mail, with dates to the 9TH,
has arrived being n days out. Brings two
through passengers
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11
PRINTING.

DAILY AND WEEKLY
MIN N ESOTIAN
BOOK AND JOB
PRINT TING OFFICE.
GREAT REDUCTION IN PRICES
1000 Ena1nled Cards for Sl.5OY
FOUR POWER PRESSES IN USE
Having received this season large stock of NEW
TYPE and PRESSES, consisting of the latest varieties
and styles, We now prepared to execute QUICKLY.
PROMPTLY and NEATLY, all kind. OF Plain and Faucy
Printing, such
CARDS, HAND BILLS.
BILL HEADS, PROGRAMMES,
BLANKS, BALL TICKETS,
MAMMOTH POSTERS, CIRCULARS,
RAILROAD WORK. NOTES and DRAFTS,
BANK PRINTING, LETTER HEADS,
LABELS, BILLS OF LADINa,
BOOKS, PAMPHLETS.
&C., &C., &C., &C., &c.
We have just added to our Job Office one Of
Hoes, Fast Cvlinder lob Drossos
And prepared to execute every kind of work
from delicate Ivory Visiting Card to Mammoth Pos.
ter, an Octave of thousand pages, in q style that
cannot be excelled in the West, and At
so PER CENT LESS THAN FORMER RATES
We have hand also, and are constantly receiving,
q large stock Of
FANCY INKS, PAPERS, CARDS. AND GIRO
MA TIC BORDERS,
And any person wishing job in this ne can certainly
be suited in style and at icss to DEFY Conpesisionp
COlOred and Bronze Work
OF every variety shade and sye executed the high.
est style Of Art.
TAKEN UP.-CAME INTO THE EN-.
l. CLOSURE Of the subscriber, Thursday the second
inst light bay colored horse, about six years old,
come forward prove property pay charges: and take
One half mile from Little Canad. road, and ~ mics
from g.. Paul. div" Dec. 10, 1855
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

MiNSE-HA-lIA ENGINE CoMPANY.-This large
Aourishing company held their regular annual
Meeting and Election on Monday Evening
The attendance was large, and the Election
spirited The following Gin part are the Off
GERS chosen.
E0renan.-H. p. Grant
First asst. Foreman.-Samuel 7 . Racquet.
Second asst Foreman.-W. T. Donaldson.
7reusuer.-H. M. Shaw.
Sect. B. Olivier.
Standing Commitee.-J. H. Hill, Theo.
Borup, NJ. Drew, j. Mendelsohn, F. A. Carl
veau.
.Stescard-Wm. Wagner.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

THE New BRIDGE between us and West St.
Paul, which was completed two or three nights
since, is being much travelled. Tolls are low,
and 10 penalty for walking! Teams
cannot cross yet, but will shortly.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

To make hens lay perpetually-hit them ;
blow on the head wild schilelah.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

A Fox CAUGHT IN ST.. PAULA gentle
mans attention was attracted to the loud
barking of a crowd of dogs around stone pile
near the capitol, yesterday, and on going to
the place, being confident they had " "trced"
something, he removed some stones, and soon
pulled out Gne fox burrowed there Reyn-
ard must have been nosins around some chick
en-coon, "a: delayed his .toaoI Investigators
until daylight overlook him. He is supposed
to have come as delegate from rural dis
trict
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

cW There is many good wife who can
not dance or sing well.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

The public schools viii be suspended to-
day in consequence of the funeral of Henry
S. Starbuck, late Principal of the BOYS Sec
ondary School, Adams Division.
The Board of Education, teachers and Nh.
pills are requested to attend his funeral, which
will take place to-day, at 10 o'clock, P. NJ.
from the First Presbyterian Church, Third
street. II. J. HORNE,
Chair. Com. of Schools
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11

TAKEN UP.-CAME INTO THE EN-.
L CLOSURE Of the subscriber, Thursday the second
inst, light bay coored horse, about six years old
black feet, name and TAIL The owner il requested to
come forward, property pay charges, and take
the same away. ALEXANDER DUCHELN,
One half mile from Little CAnada road, and ~ miles
from g.. Paul. dive Dec. 10, 1855.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian., 1858-12-11
the doxology

SAINT Paul GYMSASIuM-We have receiv-
cd the following communication in reply to an
inquiry a day or two since, as to what had be-
come Of the Gymnasium
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

THE CHIPPEwAs IN HUDsoN.-It was
reported that sometime last week, one
Hamilton who lives on the north side of
Willow river, had shamefully and bru-
tally abused his sister, who is partially
insane. The fact having become known
to party of Chidpewas (D who were
encamped in the vicinity, they took mea-
sures on Saturday evening last to cause
Hamilton to do penance as part of the
measure of justice due him for his brutal
ity. The Chippewas numbering about
twenty, repaired to Hamilton's house
some time during the evening, and found
him in alteration with his wife, threaten
ing to whip her, &C., which further incl
ted them to deeds of summary justice;
wheroupon, four of their number were
stationed at the door, and noise made,
which caused Hamilton to appear minus
hat, coat, pants, vest, socks, boots, and
even shirt. Said Hamilton was treated
to a short ride on rail, his head and
whiskers shaved, and was notified to leave
for home with the greatest possible speed;
he availed himself of the opportunity, and
has not been seen hereabouts since. If
the reports concerning Hamilton are true,
the sChippewas," in our opinion, let him
off quite easily, but we hope that the
punishment was sufficient to cause him to
remain abroad Hudson North Star.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

W We learn from a correspondent
of the Transcript, that down at Diamond
Bluff they have an easy way of combin-
ing the utile ct dulce-useful and agreea-
bic. A few Sabbaths since, the people
of that place embarked on a steamboat,
took the minister with them, enjoyed a
pleasant ride on the Lake, landed, had q
miscellaneous scramble up the bluf-a
distance of four hundred and twenty feet,
selected cosy, shady place near where
the far famed Indian maid-WINoNA,
took the fatal leap, and then and there
listened to au excellent sermon from the
minister.
We have no doubt all were greatly
profted. The weaker ones especially,
who found the ascent tiresome, while en-
joying the subsequent repose, must have
been led to reflect on the desirableness
of that eternal REST which awaits the
honest, religious soul after tough, wea-
risomc scramble over the rugged sleeps
of Duty, along the winding paths of Life.
The younger and more impressible por-
ton of the congregation, while thinking
of the sad fate of the dusky maiden, must
have felt how extremely dangerous it is
to allow the tender passion too unlimited
a rule over the heart. We think Dia-
msad Bluff must be a fine place to live
n-"a,mean to go there the next leisure
time we ave, as we learn that boat rides,
parties, qulicngs, &C., are common things.
Being a Iayf0'swe fancy we could rem
der great service aethose cuttings.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

Eg We do not like to dun people,
in fact we never have done it in a public
manner, and it is only distressing scar
city of the circulating medium which can
impel us TO do it under any circumstan-
ces. We are not going to dun any one
now, but we would merely say to our de-
linquent subscribers that a gentleman re-
Gently met us and paid his subscription
without q murmur or dun, and we
would suggest to said subscribers, that as
soon as they can make it convenient we
should rejoice to see them do likewise"
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

Be On Saturday last Mr.. CHARLES
LoRISG, young man living about seven
miles from this place, while engaged in
harvesting, was bitten by rattlesnake.
The bite was inflicted on the feshy part
Of the leg, short distance above the an
kle, and SO deeply and firmly were the
fangs inserted, that it was with some diff
ficulty that the snake could be shaken
from his hold. After dispatching the
reptile, he succeeded in reaching the
house which was near BY. The wonn-
ded limb soon became enormously swell
en- and extremely painful. No relief was
obtained until some whiskey was procur-
ed and administered in large quantities,
which afforded immediate relief. He was
kept constantly under the influence of this
remedy and we understand is now recoy-
ering rapidly. If Alcohol is certain
and reliable antidote for the venom of the
rattlesnake, we think it should be moro
generally known. The theory-and it ap-
pears to us very reasonable one--ls this.
Alcohol when placed in contact with the
venom of the rattlesnake decomposes it
and renders it harmless. When person
is bitten the poison enters the circulation,
and if in sufficient quantity, it produces
death by disorganization Of the blood.
Alcohol, as is well known, when taken
into the stomach, passes rapidly into the
circulation, unchanged by the action Of
the stomach, consequently it meets the
poison on its own ground, renders it in
nocuous and thus accomplishes cure.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

Eg " Sweet tears the clouds lean
down and give. says Alexander Smith,
but we doubt whether the farmers in this
locality have regarded the recent rains as
very sweet thing, impeding as they haye
done the work of harvesting. We do
not think much grain has been injured,
and there seems now to be prospect of
better weather.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11
Executors Sale.

estate of
Pierce County Court. CHRIS Olson, decd
NOTICE is hereby given that by virtue
IN and in pursuance of an order of license
made in said matter on the 9th day of June,
AID. 1858. by the County Court of said county,
the undersigned executrix of the last will and
testament of said deceased, will on the 18th
day of July next at ten o'clock in the fore
noon, at the dwelling house of Karen Olson of
Martell, in said County, offer for sale at public
vendue the following described lands, to wit +:
The E. y of the S. W. ID of sec. 3. and the
W. a of the S. w. ! / of the SE114 of sec. ., in
Town 81, Range II West.
The terms of sale will be made known at
the time and place of sale.
KAREN OLSON, Eaecutris.
Dated at Martell, July It'll, 1858. 3-3w
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

re- Last week Friday, Mr.. OLE
WINGAR, of Martell, lost valuable horse
in slough on the South Fork Road,
near Mr.. Hickelson's. The road beinp
very bad, Mr.. Wingar turned out to the
side where the mud was not SO deep, and
the horse stepped on stick which few
mp, the sharp end piercing the horse, and
and cutting off q large blood vessel, so
that he died in V cry few moments.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

aw "And where was the man stab
bed sir 2" said an excited Irishman, on
Friday night last on Fourth street to a
physician. -, ;,
1.-THE man was stabbed about an inch
and half to the left of the medium line
and about an inch above the umbilicus,
was the reply.
"Oh, yes; I understand now. But |
thought it was near the Court House.
81. Louis Herald.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

~ Building continues to go on
W. A. TozER is putting up a law office
on Main steet. G. w. PRATT is build
ing large addition to his dwelling house.
r. ?. rFATT has built new house on his
farm on the South Fork.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11
PARADISE MILLS
HUDSON CITY, WISCONSIN.

YTtHE SUBSCRIBERS keep constantly on
III hand at their Mills on Willow River,
abort distance from the steamboat landing, a
large quantity of Fine, Superfne, and Extra
Superfiue Flour, Corn Meal, Buckwheat
Flour, Bran, Shorts, Middlings, and all
kinds of Mill Feed, Provender, &C., DC.
The subscribers feel confident that with the
facilities they possess, they can compete sue
cessfuily with any like establishment,
Persons coming from distance with grists
viii be promptly attended to. The best brands
Of flour put up in half, quarter and eighth bar
rel sacks, and for sale at wholesale and retail.
Cash paid for wheat and all other kinds OF
grain. Please give US call.
Hudson, juno 10. 1857. tiu'
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11
Commissioners Notice.

WE, the subscribers being appointed by
w the Hon. William Howes. Judge of the
County Court for the County of Pierce, Com
claims4pd demands of all persons against the
estate Of. $sIMoTHY EDWARDS, late of the Town
of River bills, in. said county, deceased, and
also all claf7sand demands exhibited in offset
thereto, and slsfmontBsS from the 28th day of
May last being slowed by said Court for that
purpose, we do asberefore hereby give notice
that we will attend to the business of our said
appointment at the office of W. A, Tozer, in
River Falls. on Saturday the 28th of August
and on Saturday the 9th day of November,
from o'clock a. NJ. until 4 o'clock P. NJ, on
each of said days
". A. ToZER, 90" $.
Dated this 2sth day. of June, 1858. 3-4w
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

9g L. l. Obs, of Glenmont is put
ting up warehouse at that place. This
is a matter of Interest to our business
men, as the distance to Glenmont is about
six miles less than to Prescott, and the
road is an easier one. We think it will
not be long before all the goods consign-
en- to River Falls will be landed at Glen
mont.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

RB We learn that the Masons of this
place have rented the hall in Messrs.
WILCOX & LEWIS new building, and in
tend to hold regular meetings as soon as
practicable.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

re- Stones. how is it that your wife
dresses SO magnifcently, and you always
appear out at the elbow!
Jones-"Y on see, Thompson, my wife
dresses according to the Gazette of fash
ION, while / dress according to my led
ger"
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

BE- the corn crop promises to be
very large this season. In many fields
the growth is luxuriant. The largest
stalk we have seen was from D. w. Cur
RIER's field, measuring ten feet five in
ches in height.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

~ Read the call for conventions on
the second page, and let the Republicans
here turn out to the meeting on Friday
evening.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11
r o r E N T.

The Store formerly occupied by c. S. WHrrE
will be ready to rent in few days. This
bn;Jdiue is one of the most desirable business
locations in the village.
For terms apply to me at my residence Rush
River, or TO O. S. Powell. River Falls.
GEOKGE BABCOCK
River Falls. May 10Th, 1858. 48-if
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11

Rain, rain, rain
Thunder and lightning and rain
Isai1 ses rushing madly down
Flooding the streets in country and town
Flooding the golden grain.
Rain rain rain,
Clouds and darkness and rain,
Rain comes drizzling. drozzling down
Disgusting Jones and Smith and Brown
Disgusting the farmers all around,
Disgusting every young lady in town,
Who mourns the sight of muddy gown,
But useless repinings are always vain, :
On rainy days it will certainly rain.
Rain rain rain,
Thunder and lightning and rain
A fercely furious rain
weak, but constant rain,
A fitful, spiteful rain
And unless our opinions are vain
1t is now setting in for rain
A day of patient rain.
Of steady, unslackening rain
of genuine, soaking rain
Ola very ret kind of rain.
p. s. 1t has stopped raining, but
there IS prospect Of SHOWER soon.
The River Falls journal. (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1857-1861, 1858-08-11
CHEAP! CHEAP!

WE mean the west 1softhe NE. quarter OF
w section l, town %, range Is. This is
as good land as there is in the Kinickinic Val
lev, and will be sold at the lowest price for the
ready John Davis" It lies near the head
waters of the Kinickinic, and is a most desira
BILE location. For further particulars, you that
have money, call on the Subscriber at the
JOURNAL OFFIcE. H. A: TAYLOR.