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Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05
NEW MANAGEMENT.

EEAVING for the past eight years faithfully E Fl tried the Credit system in this vicinity, and ound to our sorrow that it is not only ruinous to ourselves, but to our friends. We have therefore come to the conclusion to adopt the system of READY PAY, confident that by so doing we can offer much greater inducements to customers. than those who sell on long credit, and In many cases neuer get their pay. Consequently those who do pay are charged Much Hgher Prices to make up for others deficiency.
 If you would buy goods in the cheapest possible way PAY WHEN YOU BUY. Do not be deceived by any statement that Mr. Credit will make; de- pend upon it it is false Credit pays much greater price for his goods than Cash and of course must get greater price, Cash offers us induce ments so much greater than credit can, that we have adopted his system-Quick Sales and Small Profits.
 We have just returned from New York and other markets with great assortment of Goods in our line. bought almost exclusively with CASH, and at prices which defy competition.
 We only ask our friends to examine our stock to be convinced that Hard Times'' has sneaked off withovt even ' kick
 ALvoRD & BROTHER. Wolcottville. April 19, 1858.
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 The following story, though old, is worth repeat. ing, for the benefit of those who have forgotten 1t. and more who never saw it:
 JUDGE THArcHER-When the question of the emblems and devices of our national arms was before the old Congress member from the South warmly opposed the eagle as mo- narchical bird. The king of birds could not be suitable representative of people whose institutions were founded in hostility to kings. The late Judge Thatcher, then a representa- tive from Massachusetts, in reply proposed the goose, which he said was most humble and republican bird, and would in other respects prove advantageous, inasmuch as the goslings would be put on the ten cent pieces. The laughter which followed at the expense of the Southerner was more than he could bear He construed this good humored irony into an in- suit, and sent challenge The bearer deliv- cred it to MT. Thatcher who read and return ed to him, observing that he should not ac- cept
 "What will you be branded as a cow ard 2"
 "Yes, sir, if he pleases I always was a coward, and he knew it, or he never would have challenged me-"
 The joke was too good to be resisted, even by the angry party, and the former cordial irl- tercourse was soon restored.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

FIcr1T1ous ADDREssEs.-The recent decision of the F. O. Department, that all letters addressed to ict- tious firms persons, should be at once forwarded to the Dead Letter Ofice has given rise to conside rable discussion as to the right of person to re- ceive his correspondence in an assumed name: The decision of the Department, it will be recollected was drawn out by the efforts of the authorities of New York to break up certain quack medicine and bogus lottery swindes located in that city. Justice Sutherland has granted an injunction against Post master Fowler, restraining him from opening and retaining the letters of of the firms, and case will probably be made up which will bring the whole question before competent tribunal. A very grave question of personal rights is involved
 Winsted Herald.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

A COMPLIMENTARY TEsTIMoNIAL.-Some time ago, the New Haven Gas Company. as mark of appre- citation of the ve,y efficient and untirng services of Hon. Wm W. Boardman, its President, voted (in his absence from the country) to present him ser vice of plate. The articles are now ready, and are at the house of Prof Silliman, Jr, awaiting Judge Boardman's return from his European bridal tour, which is expected in the course of few weeks. The plate consists of six pieces two goblets, two pitch CTS and tureen of solid silver, and silver plated salver. The cost of the whole set is about S550. The compliment has been fully won by the careful and disinterested attention Judge Boardman has given to the interests of the Gas Company. Such a testimonial coming from the unexpected prompt ngs of associates in business is no matter of form but Q real expression of confidence and esteem.
 Ne,o Mlpee Journal
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05
New Spring Goods, 1858.
 Ali the Rec Hiyei

"A N IMMENSE STOCK JUST RECEIVED, IA bought at zow figure, and to he sold eheap for cash, work produce, comprising among many others: Black and Fancy Dress Silks, Bareges and De Baiges. Also, French, English and American Muslin de Lanes Printed Lawns, Brilliants, Cling hams and Calicoes of all descriptions Also, Whie Linens, Shrtings Sheetngs all widths, and Mus Iins, Lawns, Ribbons, Flouncings, Laces, Edgings Collars, &c Dress Trimmings, fringes, &c. in greatest variety. Also Ladies Boots, Shoes, Gloves Hosiery, &c. for all. Also, White and Printed Shirts Shirt Bosoms, Collars. &c. Also, Broad cloths Cassimeres, Satinets, Twceds and Summer Stus in variety and every thing else wanted in the Dry Goods line
 Also Paper Hangings, Borders, Window Shades, Sc.
 Also, Geese Feathers, and Hemlock Boards and Brick. Also, Groceries, Crockery, Cutlery, &c.,. &c Ea5" Please to call and see them.
 S. N BRONSON. Iitchfield April 1S58
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05
"Now I lay me down to sleep."
Said Daniel Webster I once defended

Said Daniel Webster once defended a man charged with the awful crime of murder. At the conclusion of the trial, asked him what could induce him to stain his hands with the blood of fellow being. Turning his blood shot eyes full uporEpe he replied in Q voice of despair, Mr. Webster, in my youth, spent the holy Sabath in evil amusements instead of frequentiDg the house of prayer and praise" Could we go back to the early years of all hardened criminals, I believe, firmly believe. that their first departure from the path of mor- ality, was when they abandoned the Sabbath school, and their subsequent crimes might thus be traced back to the neglect of youthful re- lgious instruction.
 Many years ago, l spent Sabbath with Thomas Jefferson, at his residence in Virginia. It was in the month of June, and the weather was delightful. While engaged discussing the beauties of the Bible, the sound of bell broke upon our ears, when turning to the sage of Monticello, I remarked, :" How sweetly sounds that Sabbath bell ]" The distinguished states man for Q moment seemed lost in thought, and then replied: Yes, my dear Webster, yes, it melts the heart, it calms our passions, aud makes us boys again."
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05
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VALUE OF SHADE TREEs.-very few owners of real estate in country towns seem to have any idea even of the commercial value of shade trees. One piece of ground, perhaps not very eligibly located com mands high price, while another in a far better position is wanted scarcely at any rate especially by those who have the means to make considerable investment simply because there are no attractive shade trees-nothing to make home pleasant out doors. Suppose every inland town in the United States should appropriate the small sum of s100 an
 nually, to be invested in this way-in beautifyipg and enriching the place-what change ten or twen- ty years would produce! Take away the magnificent ems and other beautiful shade trees from New Ha- ven, Norwich and other New England towns, and you would reduce the value of real estate, at once. at least % per cent. We call attention now to the subject, because shade trees now arc appreciated. Tbose therefore, who realize how much pleasure they are denying themselves, will please remember at the proper time, in the spring or fal to give this matter their prompt attention. Reader, man or wo
 man, (we say woman, for we have recently seen three of the finest ems we ever beheld, which were planted by noble woman nearly 100 years ago,) whoever you are, we mean you-N F. Independent
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

"PEAsE, SIR, PAY"-I heard a nice story about one of my schoolmates from her aunt. She had been accustomed to hear her father ask blessing at the table, and to be still and reverent during the exercise. When scarcely three years old she was taken abroad to spend the day, where they sat down at table. load ed with nice things, and began to eat. Sse was bountifully helped but did not touch the food, and looked wonderfully and sorrowfully around. Something had been omitted which she thought necessary to every repast. Then she said to the master of the house.
 " Pease, sir, pease pay" meaning, please to pray.
 Perhaps he did not understand her broken language, so he took no notice. Then she folded her little hands, and bowed her head till the bright curls fell over her plate, and said distinctly the prayer that her mother had taught her
 "Now lay me down to sleep"
 There was silence for few moments after the baby-chaplain had done speaking. Then a gray-haired man, who was in the company, said-
 OJT THE MOUTHS OF BABES AND sUcKLINGs HAST THOU ORDAINED PRAISE" -.
 Mrs. Sigourmey.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05
ROBERT OF LINCOLN.

BY W. c. BRYANT. Merrily swinging on briar and weed, Near to the nest ot his little dame, Over the mountain side or mead, Robert of Lincoln is telling his name: f Bob-o'link bob-o' link, Spink, spank, spink; Snug and safe is that nest of ours, Hidden among the summer flowers. E
 Chee, chee, chee. Robert of Lincoln is gaily drest, Wearing bright black wedding coat; :. White arc his shoulders, and white his crest, Hear him call in his merry note,-
 BOb-O'link, bob-o link,
 Spink, spank, spink; Look what a nice new coat is mine, Sure there was never a bird 50 fine,
 Chee, chee, chee. Robert of Lincoln's Quaker wife, Pretty and quiet, with plain brown wings, Passing at home patient life, Broods in the grass while her husband sings Bob o'-link. bob-o' link,
 Spink, spank, spink; Brood. kind creature, you need not fear Thieves and robbers while 1 am bere,
 Chee, chee, chee. Modest and sly as a nun is she; One weak chirp is her only note, BragSalt ana prince O1 DraSgafts IS ne, Pouring boasts from his little throat,-
 Bob-o' link, bob-o'link,
 Spink, spank, spink; Never was afraid of man; Catch me, cowardly knaves, if you can.
 Chee, chec, chee. Six white eggs on bed of hay, s Flecked with purple, pretty sight! There as the mother sits all day Robert is singing with all lis might Bob-o-link, bob O link,
 Spink, spank, splnk; Nice good wife, that never goes out, Keeping house while frolic about, <. Chee, chce, chee.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

INVERTED FENCE PosTs-that is, posts set inverted as to what was top and bottom while growing. We have long held the opin- ion, to the soundness of which the following testimony is given by writer in the Wiscosl... sin Farmer:
 "The careful observations of long lifetime are decidedly in favor of inverted posts. Let me mention one fact In 1902, my father, resident of Taunton, Mass, having occasion to set pair of bar-posts, cut a swamp white oak of proper size to split, and set one of the halves in the ground, upright, as it grew, and the oth- CT inverted. The result was as follows: Some thirty years ago helped my father replace the upright one with chestnut post which, also, some three years when I visited Taunton, had given place to one of cedar while the inver- ted post was apparently as sound as forty years ago.
 The same has also been observed of wood stacked up to season the inverted will be well seasoned, while the other is heavy and in- clined to rot. have examined many stakes in Iowa and Wisconsin, and have always found the inverted stakes in the soundest condition, and believe ninety-nine out of q hundred reasonable men, who will take the trouble to examine such as have been set five years or more. will be- come converts to the inverted systen.S It is reported that Mrs. Cunningham has married
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year, thus allowing Wisconsin, Iowa and Mis-. souri to increase their shipments to the sea. toard. On the whole, therefore, though ouy letters from Iowa indicate light harvest, we believe the West will spare as much Food as last year, while the need of the East will be considerably diminished by the productiveness Of her farms and the stagnation of her manu- factures. So we shall have at least as much Of this years produce to send abroad as we had of last years.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05
N0tice.

N0tlCe. = THE SUBSCRIBER IS NOW PREPARED TO execute all orders for MACHINERY or CAST INGS at his old stand at Baldwins Mills in WASH INGTON, CONN. All kinds of Machinery, Mill Gearing, Shaf,ing Pulleys, Saws, and Saw Arbors, Water Wheels, Overshot and Turbine, Grist Mill Irons, of al sorts made on the improved plans Particular attention paid this part of the business strict attention to business to merit the patronage of a generous public all orders thankfully received.
 H. BALDWIN. Washington Apiil 1si, 1858. 49-tf
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05
NEW GOODS!
D M c IN E1L :.

IFS now receiving an assortment of SUMMER -H GOODS purchased in New York the past week l; consisting in part of Lawns, Organdies, DeLaines, Wave Chalis Plaid Brilants Napkins, Table Cloths, &c, Hdkfs., Gloves, Hosiery, Parasols, &c., &c.
 ALso-A good assortment of CROCKERY and GLASS WARE of new and desirable patterns.
 Litchfield,- June ?, 1858. 6
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

fB1 The Danbury Times says that woman who had been divorced from her husband on account of his drinking propensities and consequent cruelty, married him again on his reformation during the great revival. But the husband fell into his old habits, and short time ago. in fit of intoxication. returned to the house of the woman he had twice married and committed to the flames every article of her wearing apparel upon which he could lay his hand. For the betrayal of her trust in this and other acts she positively declares that she will neuer marry him again.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

A SECRET FOR BEING HAPpY.-Au Italian Bishop who had struggled through many diff culties without repining, and being much op posed without manifesting impatience, being asked by friend to communicate the secret of his always being so happy, replied, It con sists in single thing, and that is, making 2 right use of my eyes' His friend, in surprise, begged him to explain his meaning. Most willingly replied the Bishop. "I In whatever state I am, I first of all look upto heaven, and remember that my first great business is to get there. I then look down upon the earth and called to mind how small space shall soon fill in it. then look abroad in the world, and see what multitndes are, in all re- spects, less happy than myself. And thus I learn where true happiness is placed where all my cares must end, and how little reason ev- CT have to mnrmur, or to be otherwise than thankful. And to live in this spirit, is to be always happy"
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

At a Fourth of July dinner at the London Tavern. MT. Dallas said:
 "He would not go into the arguments on the question, which had been argued and re-argued :; but he looked on the Fourth of July as an appro- priate day to announce to his coantrymen that Me claim o uisa and search o ressels smiling under the Ar ioan fag,. the high sens, tune of peace, had been frankly and finally eaded''
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

THE undersigned would respectfully invite all those who haqe unsettled accounts to call and settle up. On account of HARD TIMEs'' we have not called for settlement with customers the past winter, and in order that we may now meet the de- mands against kindly ask them to call and pay up all back arrearages. Our bills hereafter will be made out at the expiration of each month and presented for payment
 As regards MEATS and VEGETABLES we will HAVE CONSTANTLY VARIETY of the best the SEASON and MARKET AFFORDS, and as our terms are cash our prices shall be eorrcspondingly low.
 We tender our sincere thanks for the patronage we received last summer and as we have now our arrangements made for supplying the citizens of Ltchtield and vicinity wsth the best the markets afford we hope by our untirng attention to please we may merit the patronage of all.
 BENNETT T. WARNER. June 1, 1858. 6
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Dissolution.

DISSOTVIlIUlle FH9HE copartnership heretofore existing under the -H name of WARNER BROTHERS is this day by mutual consent dissolved.
 BENNETT T. WARNER,
 EGBERT l.. WARNER. The business will be continued under the name of B. T. WARNER. Litchfeld June 1, 1858.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05
MILLS AND MILL-sTONEs.

VHNHE Subscriber is Agent for the sale of Hall & A Beardsley Portable Mills and Mill Stones. of all sizes-Mill Bolts, Corn Crackers, Smut Mills &c., for sale.
 Agent also for the Patent Asphaltic Roofing, cheap durable, and perfectly water proof and fre-proof This Roofing has advantages over all others for cheapness and durability. Samples sent to parties who wish to purchase or examine.
 Chain Pumps, wholesale and retail. Force and Suction Pumps the best article known in the coun- try.
 Please call at Baldwin's Mill, Washington, Conn.,, and examine the above articles. [ H. BALDWIN.
 June I, 1858. 6
 New Goods New Goods!
 Al A. c. SMITH CO.'S.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

UyHE CHEAPEST ASSORTMENT OF GOODS in the town, for cash and exchange only.
 ALVORD & BROTHER. Welcottyille, April 2s.
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

Itis reported that Mrs. Cunningham has married Eckei. a. S.-..
Litchfield enquirer., 1858-08-05

EYEGLASSES AT 2S CENTS-We are selling lvH fair article of Molasses at the above price. A word to the wise. &c. ALVoRD & BROTHER.
 Wolcottville, April 25. @
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-07-21
ChtldreM'S .VMrSery,
HIGH AND ROCKING CHAIRS.
FOR SALH
SMITH REMINGTON,
- East B.csnd st.
Office Baskets.
Or different sizes for sale by
SAIlH 4 REMINGTON
jy21 1-dtf ~ Hast Second 1t.
Trustees Sale.

nv HEREAB on the l4th day Of June A. d 1854
W Samuet Atwood. executed unto David
True as Trustee, certain deed OF Trust conveying
TO said Tru tee the land In 3, OFT County Iowa.
scribei follows, to wit all that part of The vAcs-
ted town Of Parkburst (now Lee iaira) boun led a.
at point IN the middle Of block ten and running
west through the mi id OF said block, aud through
the mtidle OF block fourteen and min etcen Ilyl
and across a twenty feet alley Ia as snii town
town was vacated; thence north far ~ said town
was vacated; thence cas-. q, far ~ said town was
vacated; thence south along the side of second
street T. the place of ginning; also the folio ing
lots OF land in said Pa, khurst (now L. Cls,eI
as follows Lots l, 2 and g. in block 3; also lota
], 3, IL, l5 l6 aud IL IN block 81 also lots TO- II IL
ana Is in block 8 also lots and in block 2; which
said conveyance was made by said Samuel r Atwood
for the purpose Of securing the payment among Others
OF certain prOm note and the interest thereon
OF June 1854 and paysbl four years after It's date
to tomas G Eads or besrer being for the sum OF
hve hundred dollars.
Aud now said Promiss0ry note having bect me due
ami paya lie sn1 the said am uel Atwood having
failed TO pay the same, David True Trustee as
Aforesai. do hereby give this public notice. that by
virtue Of the power which Is in me vested by said
deed offrusti Will on Monday the l6h day Of August
A. D. 1898 ~ the hour OF o'clock In the Of
said day. at the Court House door in the city Of Day.
enport expose an offer for sale, At public auction the
parcel OF land above describe so much thereof a
shall be sufficient TO satisfy and psy the amount Of
said note with the nterest thereon he day OF sale
together with all the costa and expenses attending
said SALE, costs Of this notice and Trust esfee5 Up
on the completion OF such sale deed III bs given IN
accordance with the stipulation Of said Deed OF Trust
Dated the 2lst day Of July, A. y. 1858.
DAVID y. TRUE,
Jy2ldts Trustee.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-07-21
Shel.lM,S Safe.

by virtue o. an execution issued from the ONE
- VI the Clerk OF ts District C,u Of Scott count
!3~a, in the ca q Of Joshua Dial nitmer veiths,
Henry bl,cker, Chr tiAn ThorGt and Claus Haas da-
ted July 10, 1888, and t. m dAscted, commAs- :
"ing me- hat Of the goods ehates stock, or interest
IN asy company, reb sdur, prop rty in the hands
third pr ons. lands sni tenements (whi IA NJ I
exer pi by Law frtm txecution) mahe Gauge 10 be
made, the oftxo hundr.d and forty eight
delars (S24S 81, amount due In luiing debt inter-
est and cost OF suit well al accruDg costs
execution with interes thereon a. the rate Of d
cent per annUm from the 18Th day Of February, a d
1853.
by vr lue OF said execution have lsvied upon the
following personal property, TO Wit rs VI wheat
ID acres OF corn 10 acres OF barley and five acres Of
oats, taken the property Of the within named de-
fendant Chri,tian ThSrdt. Public noeics II here
BY iven that will sell the personal property -
above described, at the farm Of raid 1hoYdt Win
field township SCOTT county Iowa. At public outcry
the highest and best bid'er therefor 10 cash, ON
Tuesday, the l7th day Of August, A d 1858. between
the hours 81 n aud o'clock n u said day.
July -, 1858.
r. LEONARD,
Js2ld1-w;d Sheriff Of Scott county.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-07-21

Convention, that he cannot be candidate
that his clients will not permit It, He deala
manly, openly and fairly with everybody
in relation TO it. His party still cling 70
the hope, that he viii yield to the public
call for his acceptaAe Of the Office. The
Gazetts calls out Bogus" and his awfulIy
exercised about his honos. He tells the
editor Of the Ness, Whist he had told us,and
they. seeing that his conclusion cannot be
changed, announce his determination. and
the Gazette calls the Ne,ss the gentlemen .
"organ." and boasts that the Gazette forced
Judge Grant 10 show his hand.
The Democratic party and their nomi-
nees, viii take no counsel from the Gasette.
He'has been fussing. ard 6zzing, and fum-
- s1e1samisU - - ~ - days. 70
frighten one Of his own party. who has been
rBogussed." from being candidate. He
has made all the noise he could about the
matter, and yesterday concludes that the
subject has engrossed too much attention
and he will drop it.
He will begin again soon. He knows,
that the Democratic party will nominate
and vote for whom they please That they
cannot be deferred, cajoled, or frightened
from their sense Of duty.
They will not vote for Mr.. Dillon over
Judge Benefits head, simply because Mr..
Dillon is young man and wants it, and
Judge Bennett is an old man and needs 1t.
1t may be the practice of the Gazette to
vote as Mr. Dillon's friends bid; it may be
the practice of the Republican party to
throw good man overheard, who has been
tried, and take new man, simply because
the new one wants it. Such is not the
practice of the Democrats.
When the lawyers of this District met
and nominated competent man, as ainst
nominee of the Republicans, WI, not only
was not lawyer in practice, but did not
even have license, the Democrats with
the prudent men of the Republican party
elected him. The Gazette calls this Bogus"
Very well. The Democrats have no man Of
their own. If they have one, it will be
before the election, ard if they don't, they
will not be deferred from voting for Ben
nett, because the Gazette bellows Bogus"
The Gazette may feel easy if Bennett
runs he may not endanger the "perfect
mnity' Of the Republicans, but he will beat
Dillon.