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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1858-10-29
Honor thy Father add thy NJ ,sh.
err"

Don't speak so, my son! Don't speak in
that tone to your grandfather, it is not re-
spectful, said Mrs. Hale to her son George,
who was in the yard, talking in loud
voice. z=.e
4 did not know that was sayins any
thing wrong, MOTHER said George.
Perhaps the words were not wr ,nx, but
the tone was. You speak to people older
thin yourself in d fespectful manner, Is we'll
as with proper WORDS replied Mrs. Hale.
Il wish you to remember that the text have
80 often repeated, Honor thy father and thy
mother, is meant to apply to your grandpa
rents, and other aged people, in some re-
spects, as well as to your own PARENTS
The evening after this conversation George
was sitting near his mother, looking.sverj
thoughtful.
What are you thinking about, my son ?
uksd Mrs. Hale.
About the text you spoke of this after
noon, mother don't know as l under
stand it very WE'LL
'Rcpeat the whole verse, my son and then
we will talk about it.
George repeated, very slowly and distinct
ly, Honor thy father and mother, that thy
days may be long Upon the land which the
Lord thy God giveth thee. will God let
people live longer who honor their paran:s?'
ssked Gooego.
That is Gods promise, said Mrs. Halo.
We know that his promises are all truo, and
will all be fulfilled in the best time anil in
the best way. liz will sursly bless those
who OBEY his commands. IT long life will
not be a blessing to 3ny d his children, he
will take them, tsfase they are Old, but if
they can glorify him by living long years
upon the land, he will preserve them many
years.
Mother, said George, you once told mo
that honor means to obey; but I know now
that is ttdt all It nteans. will you explain it
to me more?'
Honor means to obey first and then in
every way you can. to add to the comfort
and happiness of your parents said Ms.
Hale. They that honor me, will HONOR
is a promise OF God which never fails. You
honor God by keeping his commandment,
Honor thy father and thy mother .i
Little Pilgrim.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1858-10-29

WHY THE CLIMATE OF ARoosrooK
IS so MILD.-One Of the letters 10 the
State of Maine. from the Editorial Ex.
pedition, thus explains the com mparative
mildness Of the Aroostook climate -
The distinguishing feature Of this
whole region is its moderate elevation
above the sea. hence the midn IS Of its
climate. Not only the soil of this region
but the climate grows milder as soon as
you pass to the north nd east of Katah-
din. This is easily explained. Hum.
bolt estimates that in Central Europe an
elevation of 26' feet induces difference
of temperature equivalent to degree Of
latitude. Hence the vast changes OF
climate from the seaboard to the interior.
From Portland to the boundary line, on
the Railway to Montreal, the ascent is
over 1900 feet above tide water. This
causes a vast difference in the climate
on the way. The entire basin of the St
John on the contrary. is comparative Y
level, and the river st. John is only 800
feet above the sea, at the point where
the due north line strikes it above the
Grand Falls. 256 miles from the ocean.
AT the mouth of the Aroostook the river
is only 1870 :eet above the sea. The vii
laige of Houl:on is about 500 feet above
tide water. 1t is this low level, and
the absence of high mountains, tina. make
the climate nfthe Aroostook SO mild
and uniform for this high latitude.
At the last d inocrasic Convention of the
9th Congressi IN i District of New York
James Gordon Bennett OF the Herald receiv-
ed six votes. being the highest number cast
for any one man. But as thirteen were
necessary for choice, the Convention had
to adjurn without making q nomination.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1858-10-29

Az AMUSING INCIDENT. 4 school teacher
relates the following amusing Incident
One day saw little fellow with his arms
around little witch Of girl, cndeavoring
to kiss her.
Tommy, what are you ding taere?" |
asked.
Nothing sir"
YES said the bright-eyed little witch:
she wath tryin' to klth me, t..ir, that he
wath thir. -
why. Lucy, what prompted him to act
SO ungentlemanly right here in school?'
asked.
"Oh, he hitched up here, and he wanted
me to kith him, and | told him that
wouldn't kith such thumpthy boy ath he
ith; then he thcd he'd kith me, anu toli
him he darthn't, but he thed he would dc
it, and It'd hun would tell the mather,
if he did, but he thed he didat care thum
for the mather, and he tried to kith me hard;
and the little thins sighed.
why didn't you tell me as you said YOU
would ?" l asked.
"Oh," she replied, with an air of naivettc
did not often see. 81 didn't care much il
he did kith me, and tho let him."
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1858-10-29
YoHry.
wHEN.MY- SHIP CONES HOME Rol
SEA.


tEN.NY SHIP CONES HOME ! Ro3
SEA.
II my ship that's out st ~
Ever safely gets 70 me,
Josie dear,
A grand lady you shalt Be;
And then wife, We shall zee
Those that scornsd you but to-day,
. Drove you harshly from thcir way
Bow tAs lead an cen tho knee.
To you and me,
When my ship comes home from ses.
Stir the Ars, Josis dear,
Throw the last stick on the blsse;
Light up with that smile Of yours
Those long tAlksd.of better days;
Rest awhile that weary hand,
And come and sit beside my knee,
While We talk Of scenes 20 grand
When my ship comes homo from sss.
Trimmed with laees rich and aae,
And the brightest, rarcst gems
Shall upon your bosom shine;
And our house shall be ~ grand
As tho Dukes upon the square,
And the princes Of tho land
Shall knsel low and eall you fair.
am sure all this will bs
When my ship comes homo from ssa.
Then, those lsdies that to-day
Cast their ssorn full in ,, ur face,
Drove you hershly from their way.
viii discover every grace
That I've known and loved so long.
And will weave It into soagS
The sweet story Of your eyes.
Your meek, dove-like, woman eyes,
And your haze so soft 80 bro~n,
In rich masses falling down,
Aud your fairy hand and feet.
Bat, siac dear,
n does seem so queer to me,
That to-day--ehis very day.
whca they met you in the street,
They we're all too blind to see
Brasty in yem sweetest face.
Aud did call you coarse and old.
But never mind it, Josie dear,
You can buy your praise with gold:
They will crowd to make you free
When my ship comes home from sea.
Bear their scorn little longer
Josie dear,
1t will make your heart the stronger;
And believe, now what say,
YoaIl have friends enough some day.
More than you can love or trust;
Bat your heart will be NO kiaisr,
Wife, than it is tonight,
Nor your soft eyes less love-bright,
Aud I don't believe you'll bs
Any happier. any better,
ANY dearer unto me,
When my ship Games home from sea.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1858-10-29

The eyes Of Richard filled with tears as h,
looked into his fathers face. He tried Il
answer, but his lips quivered. Then h,
turned away, and opened The door Of the
cabiret, brought out the fragments Of brok'
en- statuette which had been sent home only
the day baiors, and set them on the table be.
fore his father, over whose countenancc
came inst unity shadow Of regret.
'Who did this, my son p was asked in an
even voice.
Il did it.
How
4 threw my ball in there, ouce-only once
in forgetfulness.'
A little while Mr.. Gordon sat, controlling
himself, and collecting his disturbed
thoughts. Then he said cbeerfully:
What is done, Richard, can't be helped.
Put the broken pieces away. You have
had trouble enough about it, can sAe-and
teproof enough for your thoughtiulness-s.
shalt not add word to increase youI
pain
%, father And the boy throw his arms
about his fathers neck. You are 8, kind
so good!
Five minutes later, and Richard entered
the sitting room with his father. Aunt
Phoebe looked up for two shadowed faces,
but did not see them. She was puzzled.
S'Nhot xuaa v,pv uuEovknr,k, .h, a,,; a
little while after Mr.. Gordon came in. i.
was such an exquisite work Of art. 1t il
hopeles.ly ruined
Richard was leaning against his father
when his aunt said this. Mr.. Gordon only
smiled and drew his arms closely around his
boy. Mrs. Gordon threw upon her sister u
look Of warning; but it was unheeded.
Il think Richard was very naughty
boy
'We have settled all that, Phn,e,' was
the mild but firm answer Of Mr.. Gordon
'and it is one Of our rules to got into the
sunshine as quick as possible
Phoebe was rebuked; while Richard looked
grateful, and, it may BE-, a little triumph.
ant; for his aunt had borne down upon hin
rather to hard for boys patience to ell
dure.
Into the sunsA!us d quickly as possible
o, is not that the better philosophy for our
homes? Is it not true Christian philosophy!
1t is sel6shness that grows angry AMI rebels,
because fault has been committed Lee
US get the offender into sunshine as quickly
as possible, so that true thoughts and righ
feelings may grow vigorous in its warmth
We retain anger. not that anger may act a
wholesome discipline; but because we ar
unwilling to forgive. All, if we were al
ways right with ourselves, we would oftene1
be right with our children.-ISteps Towards
Heaven.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1858-10-29

MUsr HAVE BEEN WATER TIols7. A eler.
gyman, who was reading to his congreRa.
tion chapter in Genesis, found the hs,
sentence to be-
"And he Lord gave unto Adam vils."
Turning over two leaves together, he
found written. and read, in an audibls
voice.
"And 'ho vas pitched Without sod vithia.s
He had unhappily got into descript;ou
Of Noah's ark.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1858-10-29

1t Isl mistake to suppose shas Christians
are like springs; that gush out of crystal
fountains: which are 50 high and full and
pure that neither summer nor winter can
bring drought to their streams. The noun.
tain top must forever condense the clouds, OF
mountain streams oes5e to aow--and The
Christian heart will cease to dow unless the
life is carried 50 hi, up toward heaven. -
forever to bring down supplies. ~ Bssehss.
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The eyes thas ieet With ievs - shss,
That bsishtsa wsth ny sn1ls, ~
o. ustsly BIZ shss beps sssis. -
II thou est ssd awhils;
The eyes that. wbsa no words sss brsashSd,
Case fosdly isso tbins.-.
Oh, cherish then, ere they grow din.
They may not at~sys shias
The faith 'ul hearts ground thee
That glow with love AMI yosth, pg
That time and care ne er yet have scared,
Nor saviehsd Of their truth; 7sss ~
The hearts whose bsatin 70 We have heard
Whom throbbing near oar own--
Oh, cherish them fhoss bsssinss hdSHed. :,
Earth's desrcst tunes are gone.
The days whom there are hearts and eyes
That throb and beam fos thee;
The few 1set hours whom life doth sesm
Bright - summer sea;
The thrilling notIsnts whsn 70 speak
The full hearts joy is vain
Oh, cherish them !! once gone, alas!
They ne'sr return again!
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1858-10-29

Looking out Of his window one Summif
evening, Luther saw, on tree at hand, .
bird making his brief and easy dhpositioss
for night's rest. 'Look,'' aAM be, 'shvw
that little fellow breaches faith TO us Ill !
lie sAkes hold ofhis tw,g, tucks hia head
under hin wing and goes TO sleep. lssvisS
God to think for Aim.'' sssa
Nebraska advertiser. [volume] (Brownville, Nemaha County, N.T. [Neb.]) 1856-1882, 1858-07-29
Farm and Garden,
Hay Making.

MEssRs EDIToRs--I noticed an article
in your valuable journal, headed "Early
Cutting of Hay" by J II. H., Of Sene-
ca county, New York. He says: I've
ob1efsEd IN severaIs Agricultural Papers
articles enjoining farmers to cut their hay
as early as at the time it comes out into
blossom; because, it is said, if properly
cured, the hay keeps its beautiful green
color, and the nutritive juices Of the plant,
to much greater degree than if suf-
fered to stand until the seeds are form
ed" He says, further, that this may be
true in regard to clover, but he is salts
fled that it is not in regard to timothy and
the other grasses.
Permit me to say, Messrs Editors, that
agriculture has been my vocation for up
wards of half a century, or from my boy
hood, and esteem 1t my prerogative to
have at least some experimental knowl-
edge of the why's and wherefores of some
things. And now with respect to the
right time, and vice versa, the wrong
time to cut hay. The right time is when
the grass is fully developed if cut at an
earlier period it will be found to contain
so much water that the reduction in dry
ing will much disappoint the owner. 1t
must not be allowed to stand until itsseed
are completely formed, much less ripe
All plants IN arriving at maturity, have
their starch and sugar and gum in large
quantities converted into woody fiber, and
as sugar, gum and starch are almost the
only nutritive elements, it is highly ne
CesSary and desirable that these should
be preserved and the point of successful
grass cutting is that between the full de-
veIopement, of the plant, and before the
full formation Of the seed or, in other
words, when most of the blossoms appear.
Grass should never be left to be cut after
harvest; if it is, it becomes woody, and
therefore unpalatable to all animals, if
of the Tumlnaung species or otherwise.
| have a horse that will make a very
graceful bow when l put before him a
lock of early cut hay. 1t is true, it was
cured or dried as it should be. / presume
the only difficulty in regard to the early
cut hay of friend J. II. H., was that the
stalks Of the plants were not dried per-
fectly For myown part, feel justified
IN asserting that 4 ton of timothy hay, cut
and secured at the proper time as it ought
to be, is worth two cut after harvest.
p. w. T.
ORIENT, Suffolk Co., n. Y.
Nebraska advertiser. [volume] (Brownville, Nemaha County, N.T. [Neb.]) 1856-1882, 1858-07-29

Wants Of the West.

Western Iowa and Nebraska, in beau
ty and fertility is unsurpassed. Millions
of acres of land, as fertile as ever the
sun shone upon, now lie uncultivated,
awaiting the plow, the harrow and the
scythe, of the sturdy emigrant. No
doubt, beneath the surface. may be found
abundance of coal, and ninars Is Of great
ralsse zsi8si9z5 s5aF iaLs OF the
eastern continent can find homes where
ordinary industry viii insure abundance.
We want emigrants. Let them come by
thousands. There is room for all.
We designed saying few words, how
ever, of the particular kind of emigra-
ton needed most of the time.
lst. We need farmers-men of inteli-
gence, experience and capital-men de-
voted to their calling, and who havethe
means to open up farms that viii serve
as models for those who follow after them
and at the same time furnish our towns
with all the luxuries of the older States,
such as vegetables, fruits, flowers, ami
mails Of improved breeds, sc.
I'd. We need capitalists-not paper
town spectators, or wildcat bankers, but
men Of substantial wealth, who are will
ling to employ their means proftably, in
aiding the poor but industrious mechanic,
manufacturer and farmer, in developing
the resources of the country, and laying
the foundations of future fortunes. At
present, this portion Of the west is mis-
erably destitute of money. Business is
almost entirely suspended in some places
for the want of a circulating medium.
True, we have plenty to eat, drink and
wear, and can live independently, if not
another dollar should ever find its way
to this region. We are not beggars by
any means. We can pay literally for the
use of every dollar; at the same time,
it would prove very great convenience,
if we could only have the use it Of for a
short time.
Sd. Mechanics-taiIors, saddlers, Shoe
makers, &C., of means sufficient to start
in business, will find in this region excel
lent localities.
We have only spoken of those classes
the need Of which is the most apparent.
A longer residence, may, perhaps, make
US acquainted with other wants Of the
country.
We cannot conscientiously advise any
mechanic or farmer to come here at this
time, without means, with the hope of OBJ
tanning Immediate employment, on ac-
count of the temporary stagnation of bu-
Slness. But if you can command few
hundred dollars, possess ordinary indus
try and sagaci;y, and desire to come out
west, now is your time, and the sooner
you come the better. We promise you a
cordial greeting, and good bargains. Ev-
erywhere IN the west, properly can be
purchased for cash, much cheaper thar il
could one year ago, and we Imagine il
viii not remain very much longer at the
/ present low prices. = Pacific Ciiy Her
aid.
Nebraska advertiser. [volume] (Brownville, Nemaha County, N.T. [Neb.]) 1856-1882, 1858-07-29
How he Found the Place,

The following from the Buffalo Express
Is good, proving not only that boys know
some things as well as others, but that
"MatrimOny," is kind of natural result
of "courtin:"
Not long since the worthy pastor of one
of our city churches, who combines d.
vinity and "wit in a woof'' as bright and
right as "cloth of gold, was called upon
one evening by a nameless gentleman,
and informed that his services would be
required at an early hour next morning,
for a peculiar and delightful duty, and
took his leave.
Bright and early the reverend gentle
man was ready and waiting, when car
riage was driven up by 'sorreP boy with
freclled horse, who rang the bell, which
was answered by the dominic in proprio
persona. The following dialogue then en-
sued
Boy-'Is a pusson 'ere as goes to the
cars"
mo, sir! I'm going to a wedding y
The boys face fell as he said, ''get in
sir"
"But," remarked the clergyman, @dc
you know where to go to.
s'No, SIR"
"Nor do l. Who sent you?p
"Mr. --, sir"
"Well, go and find Mr.. --, and
/ inquire where l am required"
OFF went the boy with his carriage, and
in short time returned and the conver.
satlon was renewed.
"Have you found out the place - said
the minister.
"No, sir, butI've found out what stree
he is on; you'd better get in, sir. car
/ find 1t guess"
And in he got. After riding some dis
tance, the carriage. was stopped, the dri
yer got down, opened the door, and will
a most sober countenance said: There
Is feller COurtin' a gal here, you ma!
stop and try the place.
And the dominic did try it, and founc
the precise place his services were need
ed by two anxious and palpitating hearts
which he quickly bound tcgethe: in th'
indissoluble bonds of matrimony. Afte
the services were concluded, tie stor,
was told, and happier, jOllier laugh ha
seldom been heard.
Nebraska advertiser. [volume] (Brownville, Nemaha County, N.T. [Neb.]) 1856-1882, 1858-07-29
Miscellaneous.
A Theatrical Incident.

Some years ago the manager of a well
regulated theater,' somewhere along the
line of the Erie Canal, engaged good
looking and brisk young lady as a super
numerary. II happened that the young
lf.dy in question had foTmsrly officiated.in 81
me rsllatg ss aashahs on b,,ard of q.
canal boat; a fact that she was very anx-
ious to conceal She had evinced much
ability in mastering the details Of her
newly chosen profession, and soon exhibi-
tied more than an ordinary degree of comic
talent She was duly promoted and in
time became a general favorite with both
manager and public.
One night, when she was announced to
appear I'M favorite part, a couple of boat
men found their way into the pit, near
the foot lights, particularly anxious to see
the new famous commedian. The house
was crowded, and after the subsidence of
the general applause which greeted her
appearance, one of the boatmen slapped
his companion on the shoulder-and with
an emphatic expletive exclaimed so loud
as to be heard over the house:
bill, know that gal ~
"Pshaw," said Bill, ''dry up"
"But I'm ID if l don't now, Bill
it's Sal FluLins-as sure you're born.
She's old Flukin's daughter that used to
run the Injured Polly, and she used to
sail with him.
Tom, said Bill, you're fool, and if
you don't stop your Internal claclt, you'll
get pot out. Sal Flukins! You know a
sight if YOU think that's herH2
Tom was silenced but not convinced.
He watched the actress in all her mo-
tions with intense interest; and ere long
broke out
Il tell you, Bill, that's her-I know it
is. You can't fool mel know her too
wellr'
Bill, who was a good deal interested
in the play, was out of all patience at
this persistent interruption on the part of
Tom. He gave him a tremendous nudge
in the ribs with his elbow, as an emphatic
hint to keep quiet.
Tom, without minding the admonition,
said:
"You just wait-Tlfx her, keep your
eyes on me. - i'-
Sure enough he did fix her. Watch
ing his opportunity when the actress was
deeply absorbed in her part, he sung out
in voice which rang through the gale
ries,
Low Bridgen'
From the force of habit the actress i'm
mediately and involuntarily ducked her
head to avoid the anticipated collision
Down came the house with a thunder of
applause at this palpable hit, high above
which Toms voice could be heard, as he
returned Bills punch in his ribs with In
! tereSt-
Didn't I tell you, old boy. / knew il
was her Couldn't fool me. Cincin-
mali Paper.
Nebraska advertiser. [volume] (Brownville, Nemaha County, N.T. [Neb.]) 1856-1882, 1858-07-29
LOcOmOtiYe Poultry Yard.

1t is difficult to confne hens in the sum-
.mer so as to have them do well, and they
need fresh grass and gravel, as well as
Sunshine and protection from its heat. In
close coops and small yards they will not
lay, and if allowed full Liberty, look,, out
for mischief u the gardeR
A correspondent Of tie Bostan Cutie
vator got up a locomotive poultry yard,
obviatiug most Of these objections. He
thus describes il:
A slender frame, shaped like the roof
of a building, is neatly covered with thin
boards or canvass, making a dry coop,
say twelve by FIVE, the ridge two and
a half feet high. A small apartment,
into which the fowls may be called when
moved, is made by lattice work across
the bottom, and a partition and door of
the same material. Two bearings are
attached, into which the Shaft of a wheel
is introduced by raising the end of the
coop; take up the opposite end, and you
have perfect wheel-barrow for locomo"
ton.
Nebraska advertiser. [volume] (Brownville, Nemaha County, N.T. [Neb.]) 1856-1882, 1858-07-29
Retiring from Business.

How many strive to get rich in order
to retire from business-as though hap
piness consisted in doing nothing. Here
is the true philosophy Of the matter from
the IadeDcaaent.
Reader, though you have all the wealth
of the Indies, you have no more right
to retire from your position Of active en-
ployment than your Maker, whose riches
are all creation. Your obligation to Ia
Dor for the good of others increases in
proportion to your pouCer. In your power
there is wealth beyond human computa-
ton. If you, by your gains IN a single
wear, can found an asylum, furnish libra
rv. endow a college or build a church,
how vast is your responsibility. Now,
if ever, YOU are called upon to labor. If
the Rothchilds would consecrate their an
nuaI income, only, to bless and elevate
their fellow-men, they would, by accla-
nation, command a crown, surrassing in
iewelled splendor any the world ever saw.
Every man, be he prince or peasant,
Christian or not, ought to do all he can
for his neighb5rhood, his country or the
world; and no power in the universe can
ever absolre fhiin from this obligation.
There is no exemption, thou lazy 1dler,
living upon Gods bounty, from this heav-
enly requirement; shrink from 1t and thy
riches shall be canker and moth to
thee; and all thy gold, in its influence
upon thy happiness, shall turn into
dross.
Rev. Henry Ward Beecher says:
"God is the most wonderous worker il
the universe-faciIe, sleepless, un,iring
but men, instead of counting it joy Il
labor, are always striving to evade wha
to them is a burdeu, and look forward
with delight to the time when they cal
"retire." AS a worm feeding upon mul
berry leaves, might say: "How glad
shall be when am fat enough to roll my
self up into a cocoon so they eat tht
leaves of duty, and long for no higher jo,
than this silk-wormhappiness. And thu
we have cocoon merchants, cocoon law
yers, cocoon ministers, cocoon everything
The worms cocoon is worth unwinding
= bu; these men are SpoiH--it does not pa,
to unthread them"