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Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
Arrival Of the Indian.

The Indian left Liverpool on "Wednesday, th'
18th inst and arrived here this afternoon.
The final break In the Atlantic cable was just be
low the stern Of the AgamemnOn, after la miles
had been paid out.
The Agamemnon then returned to mid ocean,
and cruised there for five or six days in auticipa
ten of meeting with the Niagara. She took in
coal at Queenston, and started for the final attemp
on Sunday, the 18th, there being still $500 miles
of cable left
There had been an important debate in Parlia-
ment on the Slave trade. during which the Gov
errment stated that the difficulties with America
had been satisfactorily arranged.
There had been terrible massacre of Christians
at Jeddo by the Mahommedans; 20 persons were
murdered.
Nothing important from Inlia or China.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
ADVERTISEMENT.
To the Travelling Public.
South BEND, May q


Whereas A. B. MERRITT, proprietor of
the "St. Joseph Hotel" has in disrepu-
table and contemplate manner endeavored
to obtain lease of the american Hotel"
in order to close it up and give him the
moropo y of the Hotel business in this
town, and circulated reports that the
American" would be LOCKED up" in a
few days, deem it my duty to inform my
friends and the travelling public generally
that still keep the American" and intend
to do so for some time to come. When
cannot live by fair competition. will sail
out to some one that can. My prices are
as usual-Sl per day-and | trust that
those who wish comfortable home, good
fare, and good treatment, will still centln-
lie TO give me call.
sc. GAYLORD,
Proprietor of the American Hotel South
Bend, Ind.
July29.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
From Utah.
Washington, j

Washington, July %.
Dispatches fsom Utah to the 25th of June, were
received at the Department to-day.
Among the documents received is Gov. Cum
ming's pardon and peace proclamation to tt,
Inhabitants of Utah.
An officer Of the Army, writing from Washing
ton Territory, TIE scene of Col. Steptoe's defeat
SAYS that Snake River is blocaded by thu
Indians, and that it will require force ten times
as large as that now there before, peace can be re
aforod
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

ANONYMOUS CoMMUNIcATIoNs.--W re.
ceived, two weeks ago, three comunica-
tons unaccompanied with the real name o.
the authors. The authors name must. ir
every instance, accompany articles intend
ed for insertion in the Democrat, or no no.
tice will be taken Of them. We are respon-
sible for all articles written by ourselves
and We expect those writing for our Paper
to be responsible for their articles. If con-
tribuotrs are ashamed 10 let their names be
known, or are afraid we will tell on them.
we would advise them not to write for our
Paper, atall. If they cannot place conf
dence enough in us to let their names be
known, we can't place confidence enough
in them to publish their articles.
The articles above referred to are worthy
of publication. and will appear as soon as
the author sends his or her name. They
are signed IS"
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

County Treasury, so recklessly alleged by
Mr.. Parks, we need only mention that the
Receipts and Expenditures of the Coun-
ty are all on Record in the Auditors of
6ce--open to all for examination--and
the County Officers are willing to give a
certified copy of the same. We suggest,
to Mr.. Parks, that he. or some of his
friends, for him. the propriety of getting
a copy before he is "turned loose" in the
District.--EDs. DEM
Mr.. Parks said that he was "agoin for
to stump the counties; he was agoing
into every hamlet and neighborhood. and
with the Republican banner in his hand,
he would lead his party to victory. A
voice: Jim, when you get down to the
Legislature, | want you to make Bright
and Fitch resign their seats in the Senate.
Laughter. A second voice: "Who elect
ed B. and F." Third voice: IN. H
Wier."
1t is due to Mr.. Parks to say. that al
the close of his speech two and half doz
en- men near the stand clapped their
hands.--an umistaheable sign that they
were pleased with his speech!
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
Return of the MOrmOns.-
Destructive Fire.
St. Louis, July g

st. Louis, July II.
Dispatches from ST. Josephs, to the 22d
per steamer D. A. January, states that ad-
vice from Salt Lake City to July Sd have
been received.
The Mormons had all returned to the
city and their homes in different parts oil
the Territory.
Gen. Johnston passed through the city
with hishorses and encamped 81 miles on
the other side.
There were no troops in the city.
stalled in their various Offices, and were
preparing for the proper discharge of their
duties.
Brigham Young was anxious to be tried
on the charge Of treason, but insists that
the jury shall consist of Mormons only.
Mr.. Livingston, an old trader on the
plains, arrived last night from Salt Lake
City. with date to June 80.
The army had marched from the capital
for Cedar Valley, forty miles bslw.
Brigham Young, and the heads of the
Mormon Church had returned to the city,
and the citizens were following en- massd
All was quiet in the Valley. =
Some returned teamsters, are circulating
a report of rich gold deposits in the vicin,
ity of st. VANS Fort These statements
do not receive full credit, in absence Of au-
thorita,ive information.
The extensive furniture warehouse oil
Messrs. Scarrett & Mason, on Washing
ton avenue, between I'd and Sd streets, was
destroyed by fire at 6o'clock yesterday
morning. Loss $4,000. Insured fol
S55, 900.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

From Merchant OF Gallon. o., Oct q 1s55.
4. Sc IN
for her She then taking yOar cSqEs
was able to do her work again have slso given il to
other members Of my family for severe coughs and
i is the best medicine now in uss Ny srand.on was
afflicted with disease of the lungs for which the doc.
sso SS
The e be SnaS aeb SS One bottle
again 10 doubt another bottle win ps5iss. the
d K Sse n i%s so n giving this sdips sRFow
Life Of Member Of the Indiana Legislature
Saved-Messrs. A. Fisher Co.. Of Ligonier Ind say:
Your medic Tsdisnss are valuable and very popular here
done great deal Of good Pancake, Esq; represent
a1s Ssd u h
he could never recoyer and must soon die Through
sf Of D h n sfsa I
Esq. Of that vicinity, afflicted with Lung Fever,
s s & Sad sss
soon restored to his accustomed health.
Remarkable Case of Hereditary Consumut on,
This certifes that my wife afflicted about eight
ses
n haa rss no Of her as her father
ss5 evnnea S sr % e to r she
stsntly failing, she commenced using St. Johns Cough
sd sSS S This soon sgrd her
enjoyed with little iaserTuption os nearly six
IL also soon relieved me OF derpy-sested. DANGEROUS
c. ugh and splitting OF blood. JACOB PULSE.
Fnnr SESEcAs q.
C"ugh and Pain in the Side Of Five Years
standing Cured.-I was afflicted with cough and
pain In my side and breast Ave years. During three
years vas scarcely able to eat sufficient TO ne
employed four five physicians. who were unable 10
give me any relief My disease was considered lncura'
BILE Fortunately took St Johns Cough and consump-
ton Syrup which has restored inc 70 perfect hea'tn
After taking the medicine week enjoyed an EXCEL
lent appetite. JOHN d. klkChEh, timn' v.
Infant Curod-when my child was few weeks old.
Il q cold which settled upon its lungs: The
cough continued about the child having 10 the
time. the hopping cough We gave II great va:
riety Of medicines of which of any apparent
benefit was finally induced: from the strong recon-
mendation several OF friends. to try St Johns
Cough and Consumption Syrup. which very soon effected
cure. J.ELAUGHER Fort Ball. O.
Sold by all Medicine Dealer who win furnish s.
Johns Almanacs gratis. T. L. SC. John q Co.. Tifan
City, O., General Agents for the Western States.
Sold in Plymouth by Brooke l. Bro, Druggists
and Apothecaries. jul29-36iy.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

Mrs Webb, while going from her residence in
West Rush, New York, to that of her son, was
stabbed by her drunken husband, and died next day
The murderer was secured, but not until he had in
flicted several dangerous wounds upon himself
from which il is thought he cannot recover.
On the 10Th inst, the Santa RIGA Silver Mining
Company dispatched from Cincinnati,for Arizona,
some twelve persons, with tools, machinery, and
printing Office with which it is designed to start
a paper at Tubuoa, to be called the Arizona Mes
senger.
D Joshua Adwell, of Hart County. KY, has
been sentenced to be hung on the Sd OF Septem
Der next. He is only IS years of age, His
brother was hung short time since, in Barren
~ pofl that four prominent citizens Of Tam,
pa, Florida, had been hung by mob, is incorrect
Preston S. Turley, the .ex-clergyman, who muir
dered his wife, in Kenewha county, Virginia, will
be executed Sept. It'll.
The premises of Mrs. Owens, in Brunswick
Maine, have been struck with lightning q times
within the last six years.
Mark Henley, farmer, residing nesr Morriss.
vile, Pa, was thrown from the seat Of blowing
machine, last week, and so dreadfully mangled by
the cutters that he died in few moments.
The Chicago Tribune says that the trade be
tween that city and Lake Superior, has greatly
diminished,
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

There will be an election held at the NJ
E. Church in the town of Plymouth, Ind,
on the 9th day Of August. 1858. atS
clock P. N. for the purpose of electine
Trustees for said Church to gill the vacan-
cies occasional by the resignation of G. p
Cherry. H. Dennis and Joseph Jacoby.-
All interested will please take notice
w. P. WATKINS, Pastor.
Plymouth. July goth.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

!
document for the relief ofthe Sick and diseased,
afflicted rrith Virulent and Epidemic
Diseases.
TNHE HOWARD ASSOCIATION, in view of
II the awful destruction of human life, caused
by Sexual diseases, and the receptions practiced
upon the unfortunate victim. of such diseases by
Quacks several years ago directed their Consulting
Surgeon, as a CHARITABLE ACT worthy OF
their name. to open Dispensary for the treatmen :
of this class of diseases, in all their FORMS and to
give Medical Advice GRATIS to all who apply b.
letter, with description of their condition, Gage >
occupation, habits Of life, &C., and in cases OF ey-
treme poverty, to furnish Medicines FREE OF
CHARGE. 1t is needless to add that the Associ-
alton commands the highest Medical skill of the
age, and will furnish the most approved modern
treatment.
The Directors of the Association in their annual
Report upon the treatment of Sexual Diseases. for
the year ending January LIST, 1853, express the
highest satisfaction with the success which has at
tended the abors of the Consulting Surgeon in the
cure of Spermatorrhoa, Seminal Weakness, I'm
potence, Gonorhea, elect, Syphilis the vice of
Onanism or Self-Abusc, &C., and order a continu-
ance of the same plan for the ensuing year.
The Directors, On review Of the past feel as
sured that their abors in this sphere of benevolent
effort have been of great benefit to tie afflicted,
especially to the young and they have resolved TO
devote themselves, with renewed ZEAL to this very
important and much despised cause.
An admirable Report SpermatorThGa, CT
Seminal Weakness, the vice Of Onanisn, Mastur
baton Self Abnse, and other diseases of the SEA-
ual organs, by the Consulting Surgeon, will be sent
BY mail, Tin a sealed cnvelopel + Z = 0
CHARG E, on receipt of TWO STAMPS
for postage Other Reports and Tracts on the M
ture and treatment of sexual diseases diet, Sc,
constantly being published for gratuitous dstribu-
ton and will be sent to the afflicted. Some Of the
new remedies and methods of Treatment discovered
during the past year, are of great value.
Address, tor Report or treatment, DR.. GEORGE
R. CALHOUN, Consulting Surgeon. Howard A
ssciation, No. South Ninth Street, Philadelphia,
Pa. BY order of the Directors.
EZRA HEARTH ELL, President.
GEO. FAIRcHlLD, Secretary. Jul, 29-36ly.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

Charles Letcher. the printer of the Free Love
paper, printed at Berlin Heights, Ohio, committed
suicide week or two since.
Some families in New Jersey are averaging $40
week, in gathering blackberries for the New York
and Philadelphia markets
The streets in Salem, Massachusetts,, are now
sprnkled with hot water it is prepared for the pur
pose in tanners tanks, and is found to be best in
laying the dust.
The shaft for the Artesian well, at Columbus,
Ohio has already penetrated ESQ feet but as ye,
water has not been reached.
Sheers, the noted counterfeiter, is to be tried
in New York for counterfeting. If acquitted
in that State, he will be brou Indiana for tri
al.
For the past year, up to July 1st, 100000
were received by the General Government for i'm
ports.
type-setting machine has recently been in
vented in New York.
Animmense tent is now used for public orshp
in'Cincinnati.
Gen. John A. Quitman, died at his residence in
Natchcz, Miss, on the 18th inst
The amount received from tavern licenses, this
year, in Philadelphia, is sIO7 900.
A rich widow belonging to the supper ten," in
Chicago, has been detected in stealing at dry
goods store in that city. She compromised the
matter by paying $500.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

Eg Godey's Lady's Book. for August.
has been received. A hasty perusal of it
brings us to the conclusion that this num-
bar is one among the best ever issued from
the Press of l. A. Cooley. The engra
ving-"Summer"-- beautiful Landscape
in gemograph, seems to be almost the per.
lection Of Art. Every Lady should have
Godey's "Lady's Book"
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

EF The Ladies' Home Magazine. edit
ed by T. Arthur and Virginia f. Town
send. Address I. s. Arthur l. Co., 1923
Walnut street, Philadelphia.
The August number of this valuable
Monthly is on our table. This number
fully sustains the high reputation which
the Magazine has attained. We can re-
commend it to our Lady friends, as being
one of the best Periodicals Of the day.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
MasnHeld, O., July "a

At seven o'clock, this morning. ar J. H. Cook,
proprietor of the Wiler House in chs City, was
standing in the public room in his house, conversing
with Mr.. A. T. Bates, Mr.. Samuel Bullet, dagur-
rean artist, stepped into the doorway unperceived
and discharged revolver at Mr. Cook, the shot
taking effect in the right side, iDAicting severe
but not dangerous wound. Mr.. Bullet is under ar
rest. and will have his trial on Monday next.
Mr.. Cook is one Of our most respectable and
cntcrprising citizens,
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
To NON-REsIDENTS.

THE undersigned with the county Surveyor, will
on the 18th of August next at 10 o'clock a m, on
said day, proceed to survey and locate the corners
of his land, in section = township 30, range wes.
in Stark County Indiana, to meet on the premises,
and continue from day to day until all is finished
the time above mentioned, and defray, or provide
for defrayng, their portion Of the expense of tho
survey, will be returned to the County Auditor
and such delinquencies placed on the tax duplicae
and collected according to law.
iul29-36td SAMUEL RODGERS.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
~Owing to an unexpected amount {

@Owing to an unexpected amount OF
adver :isements and other matter necessa-
ry to appear in this issue, we are compelled
to omit the proceedings of the Congress
ional Convention. AS we gave an extend
ed synopsis of the proceedings last week,
it is not imperatively necessary that we
publish the official report, at this late day.
Several editorial articles, intended for this
number are deferred until next week.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

EgWe failed 10. state in our last issue
that the notorious Jim Lane, of bleeding
Kansas" notoriety, has been acquitted Of
the murder of Jenkins, on playground OF
justiGable homicide Although he has
been acquitted by a jury of his country
men, the stain of this cold blooded murder
will follow him to his grave.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
Il o o Il
I. L. ST. JOHNS COUGH AND CON-
SUMPTION SYRUP.
July29.

Thousands who have made use OF this great remedy
believe Is FAR superior 70 any preparation known
for the cure OF Consumption Coughs and Colds Asthma
Bronchitis. Splitting ii Blood Pain and of
Breast Hopping Cough Group. Phthsic.
Some Of the cures effected by this medicine Of
surprising and wonderful character; cases that have
been given up By eminent physicians ncurahle for
many years One that able physician
who was pronounced incurable by seven physicians
Two cases are OF twenty years standing. None there
FORE however long they have been afflicted. should de-
sgair until they have given this great remedy trial
We believe. in common coughs and colds il Is almost. il
not quite infa ble and in nineteen oftwenty
selected promiscuously from those who
sdered dangerous and incursble. il will effect a Il
may be taken with perfect safety by Of the most
delicate constitution 1t Is pure vegetable and 10
pleasant healthy. and inyigoratng tonic.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
Free Lecture.

Prof. JASPER PACKARD, of the LaPorte
Commercial and Collegiate Institute. will
lecture to the citizens of Plymouth. on
Wednesday evening Of next week, at the
NJ. E. Church. The subject of the lecture
will be one of public interest, and all are
invited to attend
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

See advertisement Of Patent Har-
row. The agents are stopping at the Vim
hedge House, where they will be happy to
meet any who wish to purchase.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
Albany, July "a.

The baggage and mail car, on the down train on
the Central foad, was destroyed by fire at St
townsville. The contents of the car were nearly
destroyed, and the mails from Buffalo and some
some intermediate stations. were lost.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
Washington, July %

There isgood reason to believe, from recently
received information, that our government is in a
fair way to acquire the possession Of Cubs. This
is derived from an uuquestioDa5ie source,
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29

VIM. Shat-uck, engineer of the mail train from
Boston to Mortified, VI, recently fell from the
engine on the track, and had his head taken COM
plelcly off,
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
Pittsburg, July a.

George w. Cass has resigned tbs Presidency of
the Pittsburg, Fl Wayne and Chicago X. K, and
Edgar Thompson appointed TO fill the vacancy.
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
i 0 4 T

On Friday, July 10th, on the road from Ply
mouth tie Bremen, Farmers Satin Coat, and an
Account Book-in the German lancuage-belong
ing to Rev. Mr.. Schuster. The finder will be lib-
orally rewarded by leaving il at Bremen, or Ho-
hssn's brewe y, or at this offce.
DpUTTER and Sod Crackers, by the barrel, At
10 IaHs9- 23l
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
IMPORTANT TO FARMERSM

This improved Rotary Harrow possesses advas-
tages not found in any other implement of this
class. 1t is simple in construction, not expensive
and not liable TO get out ofsrepair For efficiency
in the field, itperaps has superior. 1t constant
ly revolves as it moves over the ground and con-
sequently cannot become clog0ed with stubble. 1t
does its work in very superior manner.
very important consideration in regard to the
construction of this Harrow il. that il can be al
most instantly converted into Truck, and in this
condition can be transported from place to place.
without the trouble of loading into a cart or wag-
on. Figure in the above cutrepresents the Har-
row in this position, namely, as a Truck. Figure .
represents it in condition for work in the field.
Letters Of inquiry, for Rights or otherwise, will
be promptly answered. For further information,
apply 20 CAMERON < ASlRE, agents for Indi
ana, who may be found at the Vinnedge House for
a few days only.
July 59thlt
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
&HNAT NXoGgNMXNEs
SPRING ARRIVAL
Boots & Shoes

found in Plymouth, at the sign Of the Golden Boot
The highest price paid in cash for 10000 Hides.
z. PAUL.
n B-Rememher the Gold Boot.
rs. oIrn6
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
County COnvcn-

Agreeably 10 announcement, the Repub-
lican Convention met at the Courthouse
last Saturday, at II \. NJ A temporary
organization was effected. by calling Gen.
Bailey to the Chair, and appointing Thos.
Newhousc and George II. Thayer Vice
Presidents, and A. Johnson, Secrc tary.
a motion was male and carried, to ap-
poiut one from each township to apportion
the vote, and also one from each township
on Resolutions. 4, this junciure of the
proceedings the editor of the Republican
might have been seen vending his way
through the aisle, toward the Chairman's
desksf with surprise and Indignation de-
pIcted on bis countenance. lie was H.
formed that he had been appointed Score
tary, whsreupon he arose and entered his
protest against the proceedings. He said
that the Convention had beer advertised to
meet at one O'Clock, at which time he
delegates previously appointed would meet
and make the nominations that they were
taking authority on themselves that did
not belong to them, and that this mode of
procedure would breed discord and dis
satisfaction, which might break up the
Convention, lie made a motion to ad i.
lourn until the hour advertised, which
was voted down. Committees were ap-
pointed, and the convention adjourned till
nrn o,nlnnE
Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1855-1859, 1858-07-29
Democratic state Ticket.

Democratic State TICKET.
SECRETARY OF STATE,
DANIEL MCCLURE, of Morgan.
AUDITOR OF STATE.
JOHN w. DODD, of Grant.
TREASURER OF STATE,
NATHL. F. CUNNINGHAM, of Vigo.
SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION.,
SAMUEL L. RUGG, of Allen.
ATTORNEY GENERAL,
JOS. E. MCDONALD, of Montgomery.
FOR SUPREME JUDGES,
SAMUEL E. PERKINS. of Marion.
ANDREW DAVIDSON, of Decatur.
JAMES NJ. HANNA. Of Vigo.
JAMES L. WORDEN, Of Whitley.
FOR CONGRESS, 9rH DISTRICT,
Col. JOHN C. WALKER, of Laporte
FOR CIRCUIT PROSECUTOR,
]. A. THORNTON, of Laporte county,
FOB STATE SENATOR,
gibson s. CLEAVELAND, of Marshall.
FOR COMMON PLEAS PROSECUTOR,
ANDREW w. PORTER, of Starke Co.