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Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25
just So.

Veteran BGsglar--"Ven you Ct inside
Sammy, my boy, mind, you Ioos cut i,r tbs
spoons and forks. Thsm's the swa- ;"
App:entice-"Bu s'pose Pm raugi,rl"
Ne,rraa Burgiar-'Ycu won't be caught:
and il You are, the officer will ls, y,u 90
when ! ask him
ArprenIic"-"Buts s'pcse he don';!"
Veteran hurgIar-"He viii: and i be
don't, you wont be tried"
fr6Ht'ce-"nut Il aml'
Veteran Bl-rIar-"Ynu won, be; and il
you are, the jury wont agree, and you'.. BE-
acquitted"
Apprentice-"How It aint!"
Veteran Brrslir-' You viii; and i y,u
amt, we will get out Writ y; E-rur, an.
nave Il new trial"
Apprentice suppose yeu canti'
Veteran Bpr-l But wr,au; aut if ",
all, way, vel get the ju7gH'nt u>p,ui. d
App7cuticc-'RJ RI, II ven break u,vu!'
Ve,.r Burr.,r-"Wr won't, ard If we
do. Wei Gej petition. s;Gl ed ay ait the ~.
sp Ct bic penP!', aod rhe GJr'nor =, par.
don y,u right away. Don, b. afraid, Saa..
my, you'll ucv ne puu;>hed'
Ext apprentice, rra,surrI.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

A MAGNaSINoUs HUsBaSD-Not long
since, 4 widow, one Of hose whom we are
ia tto habit of aiiing well preserved. BY
npnc Maraue r., WELDING to the az
:,ni solicitations OF one of the young liter
sry men uf Paris n.sr- ed him. On r-tu'n-
ing from the church anc the m ycr's 0cic",
the lady tool hen husband -sias and sad 70
him:
"Pard me, my dear, for have dsssi'sS
" a.
"In what" said the yrung man o! letters
In n rrouhlrd'
Yes. L told you that had 100000
francs, AMI"
Wei. snd YOU hsV'.t! Never mi ;its
al the same To ms
No, hat is not It. exactly; nave 2,ooo.-
JOO.'
Tie nusbard fnr-ave her.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

As ALLIGATOR sH F.-UpOn caS;irg nv
ewes on the water below the tree rear
which was Siti Jag, saw small black
snou' Just above the water. IL Wss peri c.
ly still, not ripple sh; wing that it pos
essei lie. Watching il attcntiv7ly .Or =
'ew moms MS, | ssw II he-In to rise, and
then recognized The head of or alligator
Aiming tetween the eyes, lodged bullet
there, which struck With crash. The a.
liz tor sanS instantly, but could see that
the water wss ag'tdted as though the mon-
ster were having tu-s!e fer ne lie among
the mud and reeds below thesuriGce. kept
a sharp lookout at different shallow parts
ursr the pond, but cou d not see him ri,s
any where. After wsiting for some time,
.et Irned to Inbau's kradl, which ! reach
%: ju,; before dark. A party went 'he next
DAY on nv trail, and examined the river,
gui found the scaly mou-teS, f0sting and
qu'e dead, in tie pool wher" had LET, him
Sporting ScsHss Gmongs: the kafrs Of
S7y!j africa.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

"Well, ! did one last night. went, after
I left you, to see Gerald. found him ,wri-
ting letter. peeped over his shoulder,
and read it, and then crept away again,
leaving the envelop told you about a
week ago; and he does not know | was
near him; but know his secret"
Secret"
"Yes. He's il. love-
..Gerald,"
..Yes, Gerald. In love with an heiress
Bic you ever hear of such presumption
He poor clerk"
"WelI," said Efie, firing up, she's better
than one-half tie gentlemen that come
here, if he. is clerk. Any woman might
be proud OF Gerald Hastings's love-" Then,
coloring and confused at having thus COM
mit.ed herself, she stopped.
3 He is in love with an hei=ers,aud afraid
to offer himself said Clarence, not heed
ing her confusion, "for fear she will think
him foriune-hunter. Efie. can you guess
who it is he lowest"
Silence.
'.Efie, may,T give my little sister to Ger
aid Hastings for a Christmas gifl."
Still silence.
.Efie, DO you love lin! Would you
leave me, Efie, TO larry hint"
ave need not leave you. We can all
1--we here. We"
Pretty Tell!" said Clarence, opening
bis arms. and receiving his little sister IN
a close embrace. Pretty we'll! There,
don't blush SO! he is worthy of you. say,
with my whole heart that shall give my
sincere good wishes 10 you both, and be
willing 10 give up my sunbeam to tighten
the path OF a man esteem SO highly as
Gerald" And, kissing Efie again and
again, he lett her with parting directions to
look as pretty possible, for Gerald was
coming TO dinner; aud he depnded upon her
to keep him from going West.
Gerald Hastings was waking slowly up
and down the large parlor when his EN-
pioyer came in. Gerald" he sal :, sterniy,
walking up to him, 'you have repaid my
hosl ta'ity with ungrateful conduct Did
|, when allowed, courted yopr visits, give
you any permission!" Clarence could not
support his sternness. A sunny smile was
dimPling in the corners OF his mouth, which
made Gerald'S heart bound with hope
Did give you, repeat, any permission
to fall in love with my sister!''
:. Gerald folded his hands like timid school
boy, and falte.ed: please, sir, couldn't
help it"
- Effie stood in the entry. She looked YER,
lovely, her golden curls and bright COM
pIexion being heightened By her rich maza-
rine blue silk dress.
Clarence came ont to her. "Go in,' he
said; somebody wants to see vou.''
About an hour Afterwards, Clarence. COM
ing in again, found Elfic's curls falling over
tie breast of black coat. and the sleeve
Of the same garment encircling the blue
dress. s"Well." he said, stopping short.
'.it ttssfs;was eyer seen +eh- presprs s'i.,,st
Efie, Come here.''
81 had rather stay where am,' said a
sweet, silvery voice.
'Yuu had! Well, if the mountain won't
come to Mohsmned, Mohammed must 90
to the mountain. There, Gerald, | think
you have received about as valuable a
Christmas present as any one in town. Be
careful Of it; cherish it,
Need we say any more, reader! Effie,
Clarence, and Gerald were as happy trio
as dined on that Christmas day; and Gerald
did not 90 out West.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25
MisttlIantous,
HOW EFFIE HAMILTON
SPENT CHRISTMAS.
BY VIRGINIA DE FORREST.

Come, reader, follow me; and we will
steal peep at the heroine of my story
We are in a wide street, in a large city
facing q very spacious and handsome house
Come in. We pass through a side hall, up
a broad staircase, into large parlor, fur
nished with magnihrencs. Never mind;
we cont stop here. Pass on into Soudoir
on the same floor with the parlor; and now
we stop, for here are the objects of our
search. 1t is cold evening in December;
and a large fire burrfs il the opeL CRATE:
the shaded lamps throw a subdued light
upon the beauti ul furniture, glowing car
pet, large mirror, and exquisite paintin4s
which are IN this pretty place.
By the fireplace, his arm resting upon
the maniel2iece, is the master OF the house,
.snd the owner OF one of the largest for
tunes in tkis goodly city of -. He is
a young man in his twenty-ffth year, a
bachelor, ard much courted by the maidens
on account of his gentle birth, handsome
face, gentlemanly manners, and large for
tune. He is tall, and finely proporiioned,
has a frank, manly face. large dark eyes.
dark-brown curling hair, regular features. a
beautiful smile, and an erect. graceful car
riage; altogether, Clarence Hamilton is a
very "nice young man." generous, inteIlec-
tusl, high princiPled. and gentle as a wo-
man to his sister, his nearest, dearest rela.
ton, for he is an orphan. Seated in deep
lcrfmson-covered armchair, and looking ur
into Clarence's face, is that same sister
She is dressed in full evening costume; .
pale blue silk, cut low, shows a snowy necl
and arm; the lace fiounces are gathered uI
in one little hand, revealing dainty little
foot, with nicely fitting satin slipper; tn,
broad sash encircles a most charming littl
waist; the pearl ornaments might be envi
GUS of the whiteness of the COMPLEXION
they rival; and the gold bracelets on he
round erms are scarcely brighter than tn
long curls falling in such 2rofusion on he
shoulders. Her features are regular. he
eyes large and dark like her brothers.; an
she has also his beautiful smile; but he
tiny, perfect figure looks quite fairy Iik
when contrasted with his six feet of stature
"Clsire," she said, looking up at him wit
Q sweet, winning smile. 81 executed a
your commissions this morning"
"Yes. Have you bought my presents 1
ell my ceusins"
Gall. And | have bought all the jowelr
and fnery intend to present to my de0
friends and relations, next week. What
the use of this Present-givng at Christmas!
alt promotes good feeling"
"Does it make anybody love US! Ol
Claire, have felt so lonely this evanin;
Everybody was clustering around me, m
sirg pretty speeches, and fattering M
sns knew oil the time it was only m
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

DIR. SKIyFLIyT's Go rxEss.-Whan S:-.
Skindnt, Of BeanFiie, died, there was quite
a sensation in town about it. The bell was
toiied, and the only flag in lown--tha,
which belonged to the tavern-was hung
union down Ter twenty-four hours. HIS
praise was in every ones mouth, though
why they praised him none could Say, ex-
cePt that he was worth plenty Of money
MS was before Mrs. Darlington moved
from BeanVille. I'VE have lost crea,
man, nS'am.' raid the minister, calling up
on her; 80 Porrly, SO public-spiri'ed. So
so--rieh." "Ah, yes,'' responded the
estimable dame, with tear of regret in her
eye, CHS goodness was past finding QUIT
WIS., said she, Rising her hand, as il beck
oning down large word, by which to rx-
press herself Loudly; lit was intin:.e,ima},
aud his right hand never knes what his eff.
hand did, nor enyboGy else. for that matter
he was such an excellent mar" The min
lister coughed at the intnitesimal goodness,
but he saw how kindly it was intended and
said EUthing.--gnsfoa Gqedts.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

Q+-ilaving IN my youth not. us Of : we're
pity, Gays a Ce.ehra'od Pef-i.n Sr.t,r.l I
used to rise IN the night - .va,ci. pray and
read the Koran. One night veea was
engaged in these eser iscs. INV Esther, -man
of practical virtue. swoke While was read
INC. .Eobuld," ssid to him. "o,hcr chill.
Jrsn are lost in irreligious slumoer, while I
.lcne wake 70 praise God."-"Son of my
SOUL" said ne, All is beue- 10 sleep, than
to wake 10 remark the faults Of Your b. az
=
rer q"
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25
Tie nusbard fnr-ave her.

YouNG AMEaIcA EYENrLIE,ED. A pies
SAINT Sunday Morning. Minister going to
church, oyethauls lot OF boys paying mar
blrs - stops shorts surprised, and eI-
claims: "Wnat, BOYS Plsying marbles on the
Lords day, you fr1ghten me!' Young Amer
ica Looks up. and answers: "Frigh'ened, a.:
why in the d. don't YOU run thea!"
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25
"Oniy .Itab Faith. :"
A friendly Correspondent, writing from
Washington. Pa, SAYS:

A friendly Correspondent, writing from
Washington. Pa, SAYS:
Like most other small towns. we have
here a "coiored church," where many anus
ing things are said, highly cxhiIerating to
the spirits OF the sw Who occasionally visit
the "Hayti'' meeting house. "Hayti'' is the
name given 10 that part Of our town where
''persOns Of colo, ~ reside. Ore winter
evening, when the ooiered preacher vas in
the midst Of his se-,aon, making most
siolea :s-,,--ass -lnefres rsp eat to his
hearers, one OF The legs OF the stove. which
had been loose1ed iil-spme way, fell out,
and as a natural consequence, the red hot
stove tipped over al an angie a.minly sug-
gestiye OF fire. The audience, of coursa,
commenced crowdiag out OF the door ike a
flock of black sheer. But the preacher wus
equal 10 the occasiin. Addressing enc Of
his prominent members. he or ed.oat:-
"i'ick up dc obe, Bruddrr I, llli. pick
up de stobe! o=S hab fa'h!-de Lyr'
won't let him buyu.ytu!''
Poor brother Byiih had un ncoriuuatel " too
much faith, and inii6sdiatcly seized il, all
glowing as il was. But no sooner had hi :
fingers come in coltac, with the ferveu,
ron, than he cropped it asrin, and dancing
around On one foot, Blowing h's skinless
fingers. he exclaimeda i,h aIithe energy he
could throw into his yoice:--
'Da debil he wun't de- deb! he WON'T"
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

6F'How much did yees ask for thin
buttons!" inquired an Irish customer.
Fifteen cents"
'I'Il give ye thirty-siven."
81 didn't say f!ty--I SAID fifteen" replied
the honest dealer.
"Brdad, an III give you tin cnts, thin,
was the prompt reply.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

Cyan at,emp, isrlo be made to recover
the million-and-a-hal OF dollars that went
down in the Central America, although she
sunk in water over hve-eighis of mile deep
and in spot that is ninety miles distant
from tho nearest land.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

Cr1r"Pa," smpcfsd d young boarding
school piece o; cotssh. "are you going to
have Il coat of aGas painied On the paniie Is
of our new carrtasep
Yes, ny child,' replied the sober mind
ed parent" a saw aud aw-buck-ior with
them earned my first money.
The under jaw of the young aspiring MIS-.
fell as she muttered TO herself, La me.
what buor."
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

:. 0cTSnooks says the prettiest sewing ma
chine he ever saw, was about seventeen
years old, with short sleeves, low neck dress
and gaiter boots on.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25
g 0 t
The Relief of Lucknow; or Jessie
Brown.

Brown.
- -
FOUNDED ON AN INCIDENT IN TIE SIEGE
PART !.
i was the colonel's daughter,
Jessie Brown was the corporal's wife,
And we worked like loving sisters,
In the trenches for dear life.
She was Highland lassie.
While was English born,
And we had toiled together in Lucknow,
From the midnight TO the morn
Our hearts were very heavy,
For no succors seemed at hand,
!. While around US glared the Sepoys
Those tigers Of the land.
So she sunk into slumber,
With her head upon NV knee,
While battled with adrowsiness
Which crept stealihily Ger me.
For against her Highland vigor,,
had matched my English pride,
And bone and muscle have never
As yet with honor yied.i
But we were resting near 10
The sen9y's solemn beat,
r5ds into slumber,
Meath pacing Of his feet
And in my dreams ! wandered
To mynaiiye land away,
And stood beside my mother.
The Queen of bliihesome May.
When sudden shrek recalled ma
To LUCKNOW s trer ch again
Twas Jessie Brown who shouted,
In voice which pierced my br ain:
~Dinna ye hear it now, men,
Over f,e hills awal
Wis the pibsoch of the nigAlaade.s!
Obi God has saved US a."
As tho an angel trumpet
Had sounded through the sky,
The soldiers all stood listening,
Till my father made reply.
"You have been dreaming, Jessie,
No help for US is nigh
The SOUND you heard, poor lassie,
Wss the Sepoy's demon cry!
But, by the heavens above Us,
Before ye lasses tall
Into those deviis' ciuches,
This band shall stay ye a ll?"
Hs aised it in the sunlight,
He raised il white and fair,
And on its snowy whitea.ss
saw Gods image there.
PART IL
But Jessie stood unconscious.
With her car against The all,
While the bearded warriors roLl,i her
Were as marble statues sill!
Her eyes were fixed and trance-liSe,
Her lips were hali apart.
She seemed 10 hoid her breathing,
And to stop her beating heart.
As looked on her in stupor.
She raised her hand ON high,
And shrieked, in voice OF gladnoss
Which Ian2 thro' earth aiid sky
"Now, dinna ye hear the pibroch
Over the hills AVA!
And the slogan OF the Campbell,
The grandest OF them az"
As tho bolt had smOte her,
She fell before US Gil,
With sucn a sudden motion
could not break her iali!
And as gently raised her,
To rest her on my knee,
We heard the pibroch plsying
Its Highland melody.
And we saw the tartan bolnsts,
IIEst rising DER the hill
Then Ous soldiers gave one desiening cheer
Methif j. Iiear ii sill
And on noble army
Thru, IA blood and smoke and fame,
Within the gates of Lucknow
Like Ctnisi's salvation came
Deep were the manly greetings
Or the savers and the saved,
And proudly DER the ramparts
The flag OF Britain waved
While the gallant warriors piish:ed
Thatnight in the brimming glass.
The health Of Jessie Brown,
The Highland bonnie lass;
And sung Hail TO The pibroach,
That came DER the hills AVA,
And hail to the Campbell's Slogan,
The nro ndast of thano a,i,i
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1858-02-25

GA Turkish toy manufacturer recently
iicL, near Constantnup'e, at the are ofone
hundred and thirt"cn years, and a Ia " died
in Smyrna, aged one hundred and seventeen
ycsTs.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-07-18
Removal.
ID


Chicago Type Foundry.
AND
Printers vYrnrthOuse.
NO. 90 WASHINGTON ST..
Type, Presses, Ink
And every srtisle required in
NEWSPAPER, RooK JOB OFFICE,
TNHE improvements made in the prfDGratiOn OF
! Metals. give 10 the Igpe manufactured at this
FOunery. great reputatian for durability. The sub
scri0er is prepared with greatly increased facilities
g. supply the wants Of tsc Trade throngtou. the
West
He will continue to rep in Store a large Scck OF
Hox n Co IS, ane RUeGLEs' ceietrdfed
Printing Presses!
which, together with these Of any other maker, viii
be furnished at Manufacturer Prices.
He has recently made arrangements with Z r
WEBB, of New York, formerly Wells 4 webb and
Will nereater keep on hani = large Stock OF his
Wood Type,
thu best In the market. Parties wishing to order
largely OF Wood Type, will be furnished with Ma
wEBB's Specimen Book.
Inks Of a Superior Quality Always On
Hand.
AN KLECTROTYPE FOUNDRY.
Is connected with the establishment, and work Of
this kind Is executed In a verv superior manner.
A new Specimen Book is now ready for delivery,
and will b. sent to parties wishing TO order.
mayls-dn DODGE, Treas.
Claire Machine Works
con. SCOTT AND FRONT s7's,
Townsend, Hayes & Co.,
Cuocsssors TO TowxsExD, SMITH / Co, oYnE
OsUawkeye Machine Shop" and II. Dorahue. Of
the lie Clair )" manufacturers OF improved OscL-
lating Slide Valve and Steamboat Engines, MIL Work
Machinery, Shsfting. Pullies, &C, &c.
Repairing and Job Work promptly attended t.
Davenport. Iowa, January 20. 1928. tJ2ita
DAVENPORT IRON WORKS
Janne, Dennelly + Lea.
EMstNG ~ eM1lIUOfk
Of Ill description, for -four and saw mills,
ORNAMENTAL HOUSE CASTINGS,
COLUMNS, CAPS, STILLS,
Trusses, lrsn Verandahs, lrsn
RAILING FOR FENCES I BALCONIES.
- Ae, o. Ne latest patterns nsds 70 sr6ss.
ILL Kinds or BRASS CASTINGS
uaAs - ssHss. 1spAiPins pssusAss dsse.
Garden.
pLAJfo ~ sase-ewtst POtaso, QaSbegs. 9o4e-
= 70 -. Oflsfs len q ~ old 800 ~ : OF
LIZ, I'm ssrsse below esssals vxl ~ M
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-07-18

CUoCBssoas TO TowEsExD, SMITH ! Co. oTTuE
OsUAwksye Machine Shop" and n. Dorahue, Of
the LIE Clair - manufacturers Of improved Oscil-
latng Slide Valve and Steamboat Engines, MIL Work
Machinery, Shsfting. Pullies, &C, &C.
n. Repairing and job work promptly attended "a
Davenport, lows, January 20, 1928. (J2lta
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Uye. 000DRICH, reter Parley.J Hloeantly bound
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Metal Warehouse,
As WAbash A~veuenus. Chiease. HI.
The undersigned Importer and dealer 10 I'm Nste
Sness Iron, Wi'es Block 1sn. Copper. Zinc, and Net.
ss generally, has estshlleAed Of - above place. 8
4E1AL WA1EHouaH,
where can always b found . good supsly - On asu.
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City Property.

mol. A House on the corner Of Sixth and Soft
streets, lot S0xl51, upon which II ers cited n frame
house, ami brick stable. this Will be sold low.
MOI. A lot 81 soSi50 adjoining M I on the east.
a beautiful spot niici " tn fruit trees. grapes. &c
beaut fui location for = residei DC. CITY orders viii
be- taken for the whole of the lot.
No 8. A house aud lot IN 9th str Get betw cen Way-
rem and Brown. Price III 400. Terms OF payment
very sssy.
Mob. A honse with the Lease Of one or Two lcss ON
Brady street bet~ cen l4th and 18th streets. This n
= cheap home in n very eligible situation.
o q. A OF OF s6xlJU on the corner ~ Main and
sixth streets, one Of til moat eligiblr situations for \
private residence unfer the tluH.
Mo- : Three lots In : syAaker's subdivision on
fsrhaiu west OF Locust strf't. Lumber OF brisk " ia
he taken In part payment for the above.
NOS, Los with n good houte wi IA four rooms anil
basemen ia Forest h ID lions A ddit ION, one .th street
brtween brown and Gaines ST eft. Prise 81, 40.
Noy. A Birch house and lot on south side os nuh
street west of Rocs Island street,
No 10. A lot on osst eide OF Rock Island street
near stu, 32xlc0 Price $3.50.
Noll. A ffrme house with I rooms and stable for
two horses On Lot G., Block 1, Parker's addition.
Price only 5000 dollars $500 cash, balance In install
ments OF 300 per annun.
No l. franc house with . acsrs Of around on
Marquette and 2ist str. cts, hear the grounas VI The
Cath lie Female seminary.
No IL. The lease for Is years for n numlc 81 lots
on Brany Main and Harrison streets.
No Ia. The iease OF 10 lots in Ncei's subdivisiono f
lots Tor y years, nj a very low g.ound ~ Mt. fr.m t!s
to $50 per anunn with The privilege OF purchasing or
have tie improvements pad Tor at The end Of ih-
lease There is NJ better. way for = man 81 small
capital TO procure n home without being taxed with
a heavy interest and eNpeI ieicIng the anxiety Of
providing for n heavy debt.