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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

TNNE TABLE CUTLERY AND fLATED
n WARE offer at small advance upon
cost, superior Ivory Handle Table and Dessert
Knives, with or without Forks; Carvers; Game
C.rvers; Scoops for Pine Apple Cheese; Bread
Knives, and Nut Picks. Also, Silver Plated
Forks. Spoons, Ladies', Casters, &c. These
Goods are from the best manufacturer know.
They are heavily plated on the best quality OF
MI . JOHN OGDEN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

ENTLEMEN'S TRAVELLING SHAWLS.
NJ Having on hand. lew Of those very
heavy SHAWLS for Gentlemen, we will close
out the lot by selling them al greatly reduced
prices: al.o, lot OF superior BED BLANKETS,
which we will sell at prices that cannot iall 10
give satisfaction. J. F. x l., A. LARklN,
feb "a No. "a, King. treet.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
w & A. MURRAY, MERCHANT TIL

w & A. MURRAY, MERCHANT TAI
w =. LORS. are now receiving their Fall
and Winter supply OF CLOTHS, CAsSlMERES,
and VEsllNnS, OF all the various shades and
styles. Furnishing Goods-Shirts-Silk Me
rinO, Linen, and Cotton; Drawers-Sik, Meri-
no, Jean, and Cotton Flannel; Gloves OF vari-
Gus kinds; Suspenders; Cravats; Collars, and
Tres OF all kinds, and many other articles usu.
ally kept by them, and will be sold as cheap as
the same quality Of Goods can be had in any
otSer city No l03 King street sep Is
4 Observation-Disclosures w. ROB
" INSON and JOHN A. KEYS, have this
day associated themselves together. for the pur-
pose 81 conducting the business OF MERCHANT
TAILORING, under ne name and style OF
ROBINSON d KEYS,
n Thankful tor past lavOrs, they hope by
unremiting attention TO business, 10 merit a
continuation OF the same. All orders in their
line OF business will be thankfully received, and
promptly attended 10.
II All persons indebted TO either of them,
will please call and settle the same
Richard W ROBINSON,
NH IS--tf JOHN A. KEYS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
M Nj. ARNOLD MERCHANT TAILoI

~ Nj ARNOLD MERCHANT TAILOR,
w has Just opened tine assortment Of
GOOIS, in his line, embracing some OF the
finest fabrics, ard OF the latest styles, 10 which
he would respectfully call he attention OF his
customers and the public. HIS present stock
comprises CLOTHS, and CASSlMERES, OF
every shade; VESTlNGS OF all varieties, On.
GLIDING some OF very superior patterns y
READY-MADE CLOTHING, Stocks Cravats,
Sorts, Drawers, Suspeuders, Gloves, Hosiery,
&c, which he will sell on the most reasonable
terms. The very liberal patronage he has re-
ceived induces him to return his thanks 10 his
OLD friends and TO assure them that he is deter
mined to use every facility IN his power, TO sus
tain the reputation he has acquired, OF keeping
a first class Merchant Tailoring Establish ment
he is still at the old stand, No, 81, King street
oct 3
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

CHILL ON HAND, Bed, aad Servants Blan-
- ke;s, Cloths, Cassmeres, and Iweeds, Mus
liIs Mernoes, Flanres, Ladies and Gentle
mems shawls, with many other desirable " IN
TER GOODS, which we are anxious TO close
out at d great reduction on this seasons prices.
feb Is ASHBY 4 WOOD No 40. King ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

~ OriCE..-The copartuershp heretofore
y existing under the iirm OF SMOOI x
UHLER, is this day dissolved by mutual con
sent. Either partner is authorized TO use tue
signature OF the firm, in settling the business
thereof Al persons indebted are called upon
10 make early payment, and those having claims
10 present them for settlement.
GEO. r. SMOOT:
p &. UHLER.
J. H. d. SMOOr.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
rNAYLOR x HUTCHINSON would call Il

TINAYLOR Il HUTCHINSON would call the
attention OF dealers to the following goods,
Just received, and offered for sale at reduced pri.
ces-Rlchardson's Dunbar, Dickson & Co. and
Vim. Gibson's super family Linens; IS pieces
bleached long Cloth; Is pieces s, 9, and ia
b!eached sheeting; large assortment Of Table
Linens and Maj kins; 50 pieces plain CamhrIcs
and Jacone,s; IS pieces plaid Musllns; Servants
goods In every variety. feb "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

rINO THE MEDICAL FACULTY-Nor.
woods Tincture OF Veratrum Viride, Ger.
talnly controlling the action Of the Heart and
Arteries, in all tebrile and ipfammatory dsea
ses. Prepared expressly for Physicians, by W.
c. Norwood, NJ. D of Cokesbury, S. c., and for
sale by J. LEADBEATER Il SON,
Stabler's old stand, Nos S and South Fairfax st.
3mol0
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

ItOPARTNERSHIP.- the undersigned,
" have this day formed a copartnership for
the purpose OF conducting GENERAL GRO
Gerry, LIQUOR. AND PRODUCE CnMMiS.
SION BUSINESS, under the name and style Of
BLACKLOCK, MAKSHALL y co, at the
old stayd of D. 4 S. Blackjack.
d. r Blackjack.
THOS. MARSHALL.
March 9. 1873. +. 5. BLACkLNCk.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

N HOWARD is still connected with the
J.. above house, and will continue 10 give
his strict personal attention 10 the sales OF CouN-
TRY PRoDuCE, and TO the filling OF country or
ders. He earnestly ,olicits the patronage OF his
old friends and the public generally, TO the
above finn, which ne Can recommend with con-
6d.rca nh Sim
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

4 LEXAN ORIA LIBRARY COMPANY
~ Library kept in the south room, tirst-story,
OF the Lyceun Hall, S. w corner of Prince and
Washington streets. Open every evening from
to o'clock and on Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday afternoons. from j TO S O'Clock An
nual subscription, So; six II onths, $40; three
months, 81. Volumes in Library. about 1000
Observation-Disclosures MILLER.
--DIKECTURS:-
George K. Wilmer, J. Edward Chase
Benjamin Barton, Sylvester Scott
Elisha j Miller. Andrew Jamle:on,
S. Ferguson Beach, Richard L. Carne' Jr''
+. Henry jenkins, John A. Miiouril'
William A. Duncan.
Treasurer Andrew Jam eson.
mv5-ly Libraran-Norval +. Foard
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
BOOTS AND SHOES.

A LEXANDRIA, VA, JANUARY lsT, 1857
"A RICHdRD !. CROSS has this day asso
claied with MIN in business, JOHN W. LUGEN
BEEL and HENRY e. FIELD, for the pur
pose OF carrying on GENERAL SHOE BUSI
NESS, AT No. "a, KING STREET, ALEXANDRIA, Va.
under the firm name and style OF CROSS
LUGEN BEEL e. co, where the public gene
rally are invited to call and examine their large
and well.selected Stock OF BOOTS, SHOES, &c
which will be sold Tor cash, or 10 strictly pune
tua customers, as low as they can be had
Quality consideredl in this or any other city.
u Particular attention paid TO CUSTOM
WORK, both az TO material and workmanship
and warranted 10 please A call is respectfully
solicited at the SHOE STORE OF
ian CROSS, LUGENBEEL & co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

NOTICE.-C. NJ. CASTLEMAN, has JuH
received e large assortment OF WOOD
WARE, such as Hubs, Rims, Spokes, Shafts,
Poles, &c, to which he invites the attenuo0 OF
the public. mn o.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

Office. The undersigned has on hand
~ large and superior stock OF SClIHE
STONES which he will dispose OF at rrasona
bic prices to merchants and consumers He ~
vtes the attention Of the public 10 them, at No.
SO, King street, corner OF Market Alley.
NH g. C. NJ. GASTLEMAN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

ARDEN PEAS-Tom Thumb, Daniel
" O'Rourke, two new varieties, and Extra
Early, very prolific; also, Extra Early, Early
Blue Surprise Champion OF England, Napoleon,
Hairs Dwarf Mammoth, Epp's Monarch, Black
Eyed Marrowiat, White Marrowiat Sugar Peas,
Early May, Blue Imperial, Bishops Dwarf Pro-
life, &c. for sale at New York prices.
NH l6 H. COOK 4 CO., Sarepta Hall.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

INOR REhT-A WHARF, in good order,
with LARGE YARD adjoining. This
property is well located for Coal depot, Lum-
Der, or Wood Yard
A,A Also TWO LARGE WAREHOUSES;,
siAon the wharf. well adapted tor Commits.
sion and Shipping houses.
Also, number of VACANT LOTS. on UNI
on street, very desirable for Plaster lois. For
terms, enquire OF GREEN Il BROTHER.
noV 2O-tt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
OYFIC Y r s

OfFlCERS:
II. W. Thomas, President. ". ID. Massey, Treasurer
T. u. Robertson, Vice Prest T.. SangSter Secrrtary
JAMES T. CLOSE, Actudvy ana GIEsrdi Ay,ti
mn 23-c&dly
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
GROCERIES,, &C.

u A. MARBURY, Wholesale DEALER II
FOREIGN and DOMESTIC WINES
aud LIQUORS, No Q, North side OF King
street, 2nd door from Union street offers for sale
Rect.fed Whiskey Old Rye do, all grades, some
very old and superior
French Brandy, various qualities
Domestic Brandy Apple do. Cherry do
New FL gland Rum; Peach Brandy
Holland Gin Jamaica Rum; pure Spirits
Port, Sherry, MADEIRA. Malaga and Champagne
Wines; Cordials; Ale; Porter, &c, &C.
NH Q
T IQuORS-We have Just received, good
| 4 supply of FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC
LIQUORS, consisting in part of
20 bbls Rectfed Whiskey
80 Proof do
Is one eighth casks Brandy
Half cask superior Henes.ey
casks Burgundy Port Wine
Madeira
Sherry
Together with fine stock # Old Rye Whis-
key, London Cordial, Gin, Cigars, Tobacco,
Teas, &c, for sale by
NH 9 POWELL K co.
INISH-5O bills No. 3 Mackere
i II half bbs. No 3, large, do
III bbls. Round Herrings
200 Cut do
% Gross do
200 Aiewyes
5 Trout
boxes Hake
half boxes Hake, daily expected, and
for sale by [nov III F"WLE n co.
INRESH SUPPLY
L 10 hhds new crop New Orleans Sugar
" handsome Porto Rico do
10 bbls. new crop New Orleans Molasses
hhds MusCovado 10
% bags prime Rio Coffee
10 boxes Cayendlsh Tobacco. just received
and lor sale by
MCVEIGH & CHAMBERLAIN,
ian Il Prnce-street Wharf
TLOUR, BACON, LARD, AND BUTTER
FOR SALE
400 bbls. Extra and Family Flour
100 Super Flour
1000 lbs Bacon, hog round
bbls. Roll Butter, 20 frkins Butter
30 tirkins Lard; 500 doI-n Eggs, in store
and for sale by 5. HARTLEY & son.
TTRI-WEEKLY RECEIVING, by Manassas
Gap and Orange Railroads, all kinds Of
COUNTRY PRODUCE, which will be sold at
market prices. In store, aud for sale 400 bbIs
FLOUR, D: various brands and qualities 5000
lbs Country BACON, Hog round Roll and Fir
kin BUTTER; Lard, Dried Apples, White Beans
Eggs, Timothy Seed, &c.
leb q 4. ENGLISH Il BRO.
CrEED, SEED! SEEDN!-
100 bushels prime Clover Seed
20 Timothy Seed, Just re-
ceived, and for sale by
feb Ppm KNOX BRO.
4 LOT OF NICE FLAX SEED, in stors
A and for sale BY
mn u. s. GWIN 3 son.
AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS, &c.
TNGLISH GARDEN sEED-Jus receis ed,
IL and for sale, large supply OF Aut'siresh
aud genuine English GARDEN SEED, consis
ting OF Beans aud Peas OF many varieties, Cab
base Carrot, e., lery, Caulihower, Beet Large
Leek Seed, Parsnp Pepper, RadIsh, Salsaty,
Spinach Large Smooth Tomatoe, ard many
other seeds, of the best varieties, Tor sale by
II. q. MEADE.
NH No - Fairfax street.
C,TRAWBERRY PLANTS-We viii have
- on hand at tue planting season, the Nc
Avoy superior STRAWBERRY PLANTS,
which are equal 10 the Ho'ey seeding in SIZE
ard flavor. but greatly preferable as bearers
They will be carefully boxed and torwared With
out extra charge, at $500 per hundred plants.
Ordef early ADDISON, WALLACE y co.
NH
C,EED>i SEEDSu SEEDSm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

DLANKETS. BLANKETS. ofevery descrp-
ID ton, are selling at reduced prices. II
S. Il w MEYENBERG'S.
icb IS Sarepta Hall.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

0OPARTNERSHIP N0TICE.-The under.
~ signe', have This day formed c"partner-
snip, under the firm OF SMOoI, UHLtk n
CO, tor the purpose OF continuing the ~ VI.
Der BUSINESS, on Union, between kim ana
Cameron streets, where they have on hand a
general assortment OF we'll seasoned LUMBER;
also. LIME, CEMENT. NAILS. &c, which. as
heretofore. will be sold low for cash, OF TO pune
,usl customers. GEORGE H SHOOT.
p. 6. UHLER.
J. H. ID. SHOOT.
NH If ALLEGHANEI SMOOT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
DRY GOODS, &c.

DPEN THIS DAY.-First Spring arrival of
Calicoes afull assortment Of Coats Spool
Colt, n Fine Beached Sheetng and Shifting
Heavy and Fine do DO, Brown; Blue Plaid Do
meshcs; Blue Drillings; Osnaburgs; Heavy
Drllings, &c, &c.
Also on hand, an excellent assortment Of
White Tannels, ranging in price from i63 cents
10 ST. yard. Silk Warp Flannels, very supe-
rior.
Our stock of WINTER GOODS comprises
Gentlemen's Shaws, Buggy and Bed Blankets
Merinos, with many other desirable goods, winch
we are selling at greatly reduced prices, TO
make room for Spring stock.
NH ASHBY 4 WOOD. No. ITO, King st.
lust RECElVED.-Black Ali acca and Can
81 ton Cloths Fancy and Black Prints; Super
Irish Linens warranted do. Bleached Cottons;
White, Red. and Yellow Fannels Striped Nan.
keen Osnaburgs; Heavy Twlled Ducks; Fine
and Heavy Brown Cottons; Rleached and Bro
Sheerings all widths; Tickings, Checks, and
Denims; Blue and Brown Drills; Damask Linen
Table Diapers; Lead and State Jeans and Drills
We have also in store $500 yards Fancy Silks;
1000 do Mousine de Lanes; 100 DO. French Me-
rinos; Shawls; Cloaks; Winter Cassimeres; Ho'
siery; with many other Goods adapted TO the
Season; which ior cash or to the prompt trade
will De sold very cheap.
feb e WINNERS 4 co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

RUGS &C.-Linseed Oil; Calabria LIquo
rice; Raspberry Gum Drops Brandeth's
Pills; Mrs. Aliens Zy loba samum; Canary Seed
Hemp Seed; Vanilla Beans; Gum Shellic; KY
Stone State Saponiier, just received and for sale
by JAS ENTWlSLE, JRp
NH l6 ApoihecarY 90 King ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

NTOTlCE-The co-rarmership OF ID. & 5.
\ Blackjack, is this day dissolved by
mutual consent. Either party is authorized to
use the name Of the firm IN settlement CT IFS old
business. d. R. Blackjack.
March ,. 1855. + s. Blackjack.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

DAlNTS, OILS, &c-Pure Zinc White,
/ Levi S pure Lead, Manhattan Lead, Boil.
ed Linseed Oil, Raw do; Spirits Turpentine, col.
ors in assorted boxes; Brushes, and Artists Tube
Paints, for sale by
JOHN LEADBEATER g. son,
Stabler's old stand, Nos 4 7, south Fairfax st.
mo 8
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

ID EM0VAL.-Ihe subscribers having is
IL moved 10 No. Az. King street 'o.,
doors below Fairfax, would respectfully h''
their old friends and customers TO give theH
call at the new stand Their assortment VII
as heretofore. be large and general, emofs'"i
HARDWARE of all kinds
Pocket and Table Cutlery
Plated Spoons and Forks
Shot Guns and Rifles; Building Materials
Nails Carpenters Tools n
Blacksmth's Tools, &c, all Of which w! W.
be sold at the lowest prices wholesale OF re-"
feb "a BARLEY Il TRIPLE /
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

UI00L porehsssd by mo
Nv bN WHEAT s"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

y EROSENE OILS, DISTILLED FROM Coal,
n (yor EXPLOSIVE -Secmed BY Leitns Pa,
ie,a-1he different grades oil these celebrated
Oils suitable Tor Machinery OF all kinds, Bin
nacle and Family use, can be had OF the under.
signed, also OF the Wholesale Oil Dealers and
Drugs sts in the city OF New York, and OF the
authorized Local Agent OF the Company IN
this place. AUSTENS. General Agents,
Kerosene Oil Company, No. SO Beaver st, n. !.
FLocsl Agencies granted on application as
above. Orders should specify the description OF
lamp or machinery Tor which the Oil is wanted
nv 29-e0ly
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

UBIN'S GENUINE EXTRACTS, AND
! BAZIN'S SOAP, just received and for sale
at STONES New Drug Store.
mn Is No. los King t.,opp Marshall House.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
FANCY ARTICLES, DC.

TUST RECEIVED AT RICHARDS, blue
sD mixed Yarn; beautiful shades OF Shetland
Wool Working Canvass; Steel Hoops; further
supply OF Frangi panni Periumery; Satcnets, and
Pomatums; Beet Marrow; Toilet Soap: best
CologGe; black, brown, and white stick Poma.
tum, &c Spring Goods received daily.
Eh II RICHARDS, 10 King street.
NEW GOODS.-Brass and Steel Hoops In.
I dla Rubber ard Horn Dressing and Tuck
Combs. best quality Fine Combs, Elastic and
Morocco Belts; Jet Clasps, Cloth, Hair, Velvet,
Tooth and Nail Brushes. 1ida and French Work.
ing Cotton. Shetland Wool, all colors; Accorde.
ons and Flutenas; India Rubber and Steel Hair
Pins lrdia Rubber BATTLES Port MoniaS, and a
variety OF other articles Just received. and for
sale at NH 5 c. c. BERRY 5, II, King st.
DAZIN'S EGYPTIAN LIQUID HAIR.DYE,
ID new discovery for changing instantans-
ouslr. grey or red hair, eyebrows and whskeTs,
to b, ,utiuI JET BLACK or BROWN color.
without injury 10 the skin. This rev prepaTa-
ton is wan 'nted 10 dye the Hair OF perma-
nent color in trG minutes. Just received and
for sale at Imh ! c. {. BERRY'S, ~, King-st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

DLANCARD'S PILLS, of Iodde OF Iron, the
ID genuine imported for sale by
NH Ia H. COOK d co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19

C'TRAWBERRY PLANTS We have for
| y sale Twenty Thousand Strawberry Plants,
of the finest varieties known.
NH II HENRY COOK & co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-19
GROCERIES, &C,

HAVING purchased the entire interest OF
II Nathaniel Boush, in the late ru. of Har-
par 4 Boush, | will continue the SHIP CHAM
DLERY GROCERY and COUNTRY PRO.
DUCE BUSINESS, at the old Stand, No ?,
foot of King street, under the name and style OF
J. NEWTON HARPER Il co. | return my
thanks Tor the patronage extended to he late
firm, and hope by strict attention TO business, TO
merit continuance OF the same.
teb Is J NEWTON HARPER.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1858-04-30
DELAWARE, OHIO, APRIL 80, 1858.

disastrous convulsions; above all by the
gradual spread of Christianity. and with it the
roofing out of the old leaven OF heathen n
ism, with all its accompanying social evils.
We are careful to speak of this as gradu-
al change; those who look for anything like
rapid progression will be disappointed. The
work oe thousand years cannot be undone
in one, nor ten. AS well might we attempt
to bleach their skins.
1t should not be assumed from what we
have here written that we consider all ryots
as impoverished and oppressed, and fitting
objects of compassion. We are well aware
of the vicious character of many village COM
munities of their obstinate idleness, and
their combined opposition to every lawful
authority. AS for extravaganza on on par
ticular occasions, such as marriage, leaving
the ryot in debt for years to come, perhaps
for life time, that folly can scarcely be spo-
ken of as exceptional; it is unfortunately the
rule amongst good and bad, high and low
The Hindoo indifference TO all improvement
is likewise not the less general. An Asiatic
is from habit opposed to any expenditure of
labor that does not yield a speedy return, Or
lead to some immediate percePtible good
These are among the most prominett OF the
ryot's defects, shared in by other classes OF
the Indian community. but more keenly feb
in his own case from the general abjectness
of his social position. - 5
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1858-04-30
Com Planting.

An important element in raising good
crop of corn, is to have the ground well pre-.
pared and The planting property done. The
blowing should be deep and thorough. and
the soil we'll pulserized with harrow. This
should be dSEe when the ground is in a suit
able condition. II too wet; il turns up hea-
Willy, lies dad. and will not become nello W
and friable during the whole season. Iftoo
dry. it breaks up i'd lasse humps, which the
harrow will hardly reduce to such Ifineness
as to afford nutrition to the pint. When
the ground is prepared, it should be laid of
with shallow furrows, four feet uPHrt both
why's.
In choosing seed. such ears shoGld be Sc
lected as are sound, bright, and have been
well Figened7 and such as have the largest
grain and smallest cob. In Smelling The top
Of the ear should be excluled.
About forty eight hours before the corn is
wanted for planting, it should be put in a
vessel and set in moderately warm place,
in the vicinity of stove, and covered with
water about milk warm. Let it stand for
twelve or fifteen hours, theh pour off the wa
ter, cover it with wet CLOTH to- prevent the
surface drying, and let it remain thirty six
hours longer. The germ will begin 10 star,
by this time, if the seed is good. 1t is then
ready for the ground. Wien planted in this
conditious it will come up in few days.
have planted when the sprout was half an
inch long. In such cases, care must be ta-
ken, in dropping not to break it off.
The advantage of this mode of treatmen,
are, that fully week is gained in the for
wardness of the crop. This, in the fall is
an important item. 1t is exposed fof shor-
ter period to the rlvages of yermin.f Its
vegetating powers have been tested. and il
the germ has started, it is sure NOT to rot in
the ground. All, who have examined corn
that has rotted in the ground, will have OBJ
served that it takes place before it vegetables
When the germ once starts, the plant is sure
| 10 come. This will be an important pro.
cess this year. There is so much dim ageC
corn, all should be tested, before the. trouble
and expense Of planting is incurred.
The seed should be covered @sh fine, mel
low soil. If Jumps are put on, it will not be
Frcrected from drOr h. IT it comes UP al
all, the plant will not be straislrs afid thrifty
and seldom produces good stalks. IF TIE
ground is in good condition, light covering
| is better than deep, when the seed is prepar.
ed as above.
From four to six grains should be dropped
in hill. THE plants should be reduced tt
tE1fee OF four, without fail, at the FIRST dress
ing. My experience is, that three stalks vii
produce a greater weight OF grain to The
! acfe than a larger number. -
If from any cause, replaniing should be
come necessary, the sprouting process i.
tery important. Tire experience of las
year should admohsh us that corn shouk
| be planted as early in the spring rs ptaet
cable.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1858-04-30
Strange Conduct.

The Clermont (Ohio) Sun says, that sew
enteen years ago John G. Saith of Jackson
township, Clermont County, left there, and
for unknown parts. Some years afterward
his pretended brothers made their appearance
there and represented that said Simth was
deceased, and had an administrator appointed
to settle up his estate. This was done ac-
cording to law in such cases made and pro-
vided. The administrator proceeded to set
tie up his worldly affuirs, sold his land
some fifty acres in jackson Jownship-and
distributed the effects to his professed heirs.
Last week says the Sun, Smith (she dead
Smith) appeared there, made diligens inquiry
concerning his estate, when he found it had
been administered upon and all closed ZIP to
the satisfaction of the Court. He interro-
gated his administrator to what he had
done, and seemed to be indignant that said
administrator did not complete his the job by
setting up tomb stones to his grave! 1t seems
this is the veritable John e. Smith, deceased,
of Jackson Township. Now they are about
having an interesting lawsuit out of the
strange affair. $50