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An Amusing and shrewd Monkey.

A correspondent of the Country Gentle.
man, now travelling in Central Asia, gives
tlfom the following amusing account of re.
markably acute monkey, kept at the hotel
where he was staying:
ave have female monkey here at the
hotel, and | have been often amused at
watching her actions-she is commonly
known by the name Of Jessey. In some
things she has certainly extraordinary intel
igence. She is commonly chained, but has
repeatedly broken a small paddock by which
the chain is fastened. The keeper has then
tried % tie her with the chain. and although
he twists il it into numerous ccnvu!sions,
she almost always succeeds in untying it.
When she gets loose, she usually makes for
the top of the house, dragging the chain be-
hind her, that part fastened to the collar be-
ing rivited. If the chain is caught or gets
fast in any thing, she goes back, carefully
loosens it, and then proceeds. When about
20 unite the chain, it is very amusing to
watch her motions. She first looks at the
lock very intently, as if trying to look fright
through milestone, then begins to pull,
occasionally stopping to give it another ear
nest look, and then goes on with untiring
perseverance until the knot is overcome.
brought back and tied as before, passed
by and said, "Well, Jessy, what do you
think of this," She gave sort of grunt Of
satisfaction, as she usually does when l
speak to her, because never tease herr
but nerer once looked up from her nork, but
continued, first looking intently, Oike the
dog Noble at the squirrel-hole, though with
better success), then pulling and tugging
with the greatest apparent delight. In fact,
think she enjoys this unravelling process
as much perhaps according to her somewhat
smaller capacity, as genuine lover of sci
entific investigation does the unravelling of
some Of those knots which nature so often
presents to US.
eff she sees little baby, she is wonder
fully pleased-evidently thinking it some
thing like herself-nodding her head up and
down for the purpose of beckoning to it
st the same time uttering what she intends
for coaxing sound-something between a
grunt and the sound represented by HIM,
HIM. She is very fond of any young animal
and if she gets hold of a young puppy, she
will hug it almost 10 death. When she is
angry, she acts very much like a spoiled
child-her screams are exceedingly shrill
and ear-rending. She generally hates dogs,
and if she has fair chance,-that is, if un-
generally whip dog three or
four times her size--she makes her attack
with indescribable fury--his dogship finds
himself scratched and bitten in perhaps fifty
places, before he has time to open and shut
his mouth.
"Sometimes she gets the sulks because
she does no, get her food in season, or does
not get the right kind-then if you give
her food, even such as she wants, she will
turn away from it like child in pet, but
yery soon, however comes around"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23
An IRISH MANNER OF STOPPING HOLE

An IRISH MANNER OF SToPPryG HOLE
"Our folks" have got Biddy of the YER.
| itablest kind. She is a queer duck, and
good "as basket Of chips" Well,
last Sunday, as We were sitting dewn to din.
ner, we found the old cat, and three young
grimalkins, largely engaged in the nursery
business under the table.
"Biddy," said we, "take this cat and her
kittens and put them where we shall never
see them more" A hint of dreadful Import,
but not understood
Faith, sir, an that will"
The feline family were removed, and We
proceed to dine. By-and.by Biddy re-enter-
ed, with an expression on her face that
seemed to say, g Be dad, guess they're in
safe keeping now"
"well, Biddy, what have you done with
the old cat and her kittens!"
"Be gor, sir, they're SAT, enough, sure.
Dye mind the wood house, feminist the sta
be? Well, put them all in there, and
fastened the door and windees. Then seeing
there was a hole benath where they might
get out, stopped that up, too, and so, ye
see, they won't trouble you any more"
We were satisfied cav coorse," and we
ate our dinner in peace; afterwards walked
into the yard where we saw the Identical
old cat and her kittens, at perfect liberty.
Calling Biddy, we said:
odd you not say you fastened that cat
in the wood house,"
Faith, an did, sir
"And stopped the hole?"
Yes, SIR"
Well, she had, that't fact, but what do
you suppose she had stopped the hole NTH:
she had stuck section IF store-pipe into IL!
We thought we should split. And there
sat one Of the little imps at the mouth Of it,
just as it had crawled out. liking its paws,
and looking as saucy as thunder.-haicter.
booker.
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ANYBODY LIKE ME.-"An,body like me

ANYBODY LIKE ME.-" Any body like me. /.
Il aint anybOdy-Tm married. aint a
bachelor any longer. This isn't my home;
'tisnt my carriage, my horses, my opera
box; oh, no. they're Mrs. Smiths. I'm
not John X. Smith, the richest broker on
Montgomery street, but that fashionable
Mrs. Smiths husband"
Nelly came down to the Office yesterday
Sweet Nelly! She always consoles papa for
all his cares-clusterins curls, blue eyes
dear Nelly!
"Whose lovely child is that?"
"Mrs. Smiths" OF course she is! There
it is. She don't belong to me; oh. certain
y not. | wish | felt little more clear on
that point.
That expensive plate just going home IS
Mrs. Smiths. What if did pay for it.
Don't belong to Mrs. Smith? Poor op-
pressed woman. They have not caly their
own property and half Of their husbands,
by law, and the rest by possession; but
they need more rights. Where rights are
wrong, wonder what rights the petitioners
would use:
And then the idea Of calling me "any-
body" I'm an animalcula; I'm bubble;
a jack o'lantern, a vision. I'm absorbed,
swallowed up, extinct.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23

That Spiritual roping business has taken
q rather funny turn. Mr.. Shur;lef, Of Men
dota, has been elaborately tied by the me-
dunn himself, and in a few minutes frees
himself with apparently very little trouble.
Mr.. S. has been many times tied, within
few days, by persons who felt confident Of
their ability to tie him beyond the possibil.
ity of extrica.o with his own hands, and
each time he crawled out of the ropes in
much less time than it consumed in the ty-
ing process. The believers confess that MIR.
S. puts the thing under suspicion, but yet
think it possible that spirits may have to do
with the medium. Mr.. S. designs, we be-
leve, to travel, with the view to throw more
light upon Mr. Collins performances.-Ncn-
dOtd Press.
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NAL charcoal and re.boiled by Mr.. Hedges.
Taste delIcions, superior to anything exhibi.

NAL charcoal and re.boiled by Mr.. Hedges
Taste delcious. superior to anything exhibi.
| ted-.color bright brown, consistency of gold.
en- syrup-bearing considerable resemblance
to maple syrup.
Specimen manufactured by Col. R. Peters
of Georgia in 1850; greater portion of it
crystalized; the molasses mingled with it
very bitter, dark and unit for use.
Specimen Of syrup made from pith Of the
cane by Mr.. Dickinson of Kentucky; clear
as amber; but slightly fermented under the
action of the free acid present.
Specimen of New Rum made by Ingram
& Son, Cincinnati, O.; color entirely clear !;
flavor good-lacks age; yield one gallon
from eight of cane juice; of which fair
average is 1900 gallons per acre.
Specimen of Vinegar made by Mr. Hedges
Of Cincinnati, from the simple juice. By
adding about one pint of brewers yeast to
the barrel and keeping it in a warm place,
will be good vinegar in about four weeks.
Committee submit the letter published
above of Mr.. Lowering of Philadelphia, su-
gar refiner, which accompanied beautiful
loaf, crushed or clarified, and two qualities
Of brown sugar, with sample of sugar house
molasses; all excellent.
Specimen of sugar made aud presented
by Mr.. j. r. Pelton, Mt. Vernon, O.; fine
grained, light brown, possessing considera-
bic gum.
Specimen Of meal from the sorghum seed,
presented by Mr.. Hedges; when made into
bread had no unpleasant taste somewhat
resembling buckwheat mixed with rye.
The Imphee seed is on high, straight
tufts, very abundant, having neral re-
semblnnce TO that Of Chinese sugar cane, but
much liphter in color
The crop Of Imphee seed is now in the
hands of Hedges, Free & Co., Cincinnati.
A specimen of Chinese sugar cane seed,
raised by Stephen Peterson, of Sangamon;
well ripened.
Samples Of sugar from Mr.. Belcher, Of st.
Louis, and made by j. Lawrence Smith, of
Louisville, KY, consisting of two specimens
Of brown, white and clarified, is all good
and crystals fine-and your committee
would recommend the publication of the ac-
companying letter from Mr.. Smith, the pro-
ducer. (See letter above.)
Specimen Of brown sugar from Col Ives,
of Bayou Beof La, considered fair.
Two loaves of cake, sweetened with the
syrup of the Chinese sugar cane, was pre-
sented, which was eaten with great apparent
satisfaction by the members present
RECIPE FOR MAKING THIS CAKg.-1 quart
of molasses, one pound of butter. one and
half pounds -four, one tea-spoonful Of harts-
horn.
Which report was adopted. A resolution
was adopted for the appointment of one
person from each congressional district to
collect facts and report to the convention at
at a future time
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23
" When a wealthy Chinese dies

"When wealthy Chinese dies at dis
tance from his home, his body is brought
back to his native place by his relations, in
order that he may sleep with his fathers.
In front of an old temple near Tshkee OBJ
served a number of coffins lying under the
verandah, and on inquiry found that they
had all been brought from some distance.
and had been laid down there until lucky
spot could be found out for their final rest
ing place. Some had apparently lain there
for long period Of time. Under the same
verandah, and amongst these coffins, colo
ny of gipsey beggars had taken up their
quarters. which to me had curious appear
ance.-However, these people seemed to
have no supernatural fears of any kind, and
were on such friendly terms with their dead
companions. that the tops of the huge cofiins
were used as supports for their mosquito
curtains. What q travellers story! Beg
CARS with mosquito curtains,-the living
sleeping with the dead d!'-Even so, gentle
reader; we are now in China"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23
Kind Words.

What an effect kind words have in this
world of ours. One kind word cheers the
feelings in sadness more than all those
spoken in our happiest hours. And why do
we not profit by the example. We take for
granted that all must speak kindly to us, and
if we only would watch ourselves, how ma
nv times would we find ourselves utterng
harsh and unkind words. The animal king
dom can be easily subdued by kindness;
even the most ferocious of beasts have been
known to become as tame as the domestics.
..nd what has made the change? Examine
it as you will, and you will find that nothing
but Kindness has done this. When we look
around and see what kind words have done
for animals, what cannot we expect from the
human family? Is there not a greater re-
ward in view than subduing animals? Our
Heavenly Father was kind in all things, and
was his reward such as ours? Instead of
kindness, he met with harshness and tor
ture, but still he was not unkind. This
example let us follow, and our reward "will
come after many days. j. Ii.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23
Gen. HavelOck as an Indian Missionary.

The Rev. Mr.. Graham, of Bonn, at Bible
society meeting in Belfast, on Tuesday even
ing, related fhe following deeply interesting
particulars Of Major General Havelock =
General Havelock now so distinguished in
India, although Baptist, was a member Of
his (Mr. Graham's) missionary church at
Bonn, and his wife and daughters were mem
bers Of it for seven years He could also
narrate an anecdote regarding that great
and good man, which he had heard from
the lips of Lady Havelock. When General
Havelock, as colonel of his regiment, was
travelling through India, he always took
with him Bethel tent in which he preach
ed and when Sunday came in India, he usual
ly hoisted the Bethel flag, and invited all
men to come and hear the Gospel-in fact,
he even baptized some. He was reported
for this at headquarters, for acting in a non
military and disorderly manner, and the
Commander in Chief, General Lord Cough,
entertained the charge; but with the true
spirit Of generous military man, he caused
the state Of General Havelock.s regiment to
be examined. He caused the reports of the
moral state Of the various regiments to be
read for some time back, and he found that
Colonel Havelock's stood at the head of the
list; there was less drunkenness, less fog
ging, less Imprisonment in it, than in any
other. When that was done, the Comman-
der in Chief said : "Go and tell Colonel
Havelock, with my compliments, to baptize
the whole army" Mr. Graham also said
that he (Mr. g. had an opportunity of see
ing the necessity for Bible circulation under
the iron rule af Turkey, in Malta, and in Ita-
ly, where the state of morality was such as
imperatively to call for the light of Gospel
truth. He had established Bible society
in Bonn; and the son of one of the cabinet
ministers of the King of Prussia was men,
ber of his congregation and an active advo-
cate of the Bible society. Bibles were be-
ng circulated throug ghout Germany, and
hundreds of thousands of copies were print
ed in the cities of the Rhine, in the German
language.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23
A French paper gives the following ac-
count of an appearance at recent masquer-

A French paper gives the following ac-
count of an appearance at recent masquer
ade -
The eyes of all were attracted by the ap-
pearance of young gentleman of about 90
years of age. slender, fair, guiltless of beard,
who had attired himself in the extreme of
the prevailing feminine fashion. On his
head, or rather at a considerable distance
behind it, he wore tiny pink satin bonnet,
stuck on the end of immense steel pins,
about half yard long, fastened firmly in
to the back hair, put on for the occasion
his dress was of course enormously wide
when he entered the ballroom. Making
his way to the centre of the saloon, he pro-
ceeded, by means of some ingenious hidden
mechanism, to develop the ample folds of
his skirts, until his gown literally assumed
the dimensions of balloon, filling the ball
room entirely, from wall to wall, and driv-
ing all tie company into the corners, and
forcing them out into the adjoining rooms.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23

They tell story about Yankee tailor
dupning q man for the amount Of his bill.
The man replied:
81 am sorry, very sorry indeed, that I
can't pay it."
SWELL" said the tailor, I took you for
man that would be very sorry--but il yo1
are sorrisr than am, I'll quit.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23

"Give me larger eye," says the Astro-
nomer, "and will reveal to you another
rank of worlds marshalled behind those you
now behold" Rear, therefore, stronger
minds and they will lift up the race to sub
Inner heights Of dignity and power.-Un-
knoDn.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23

"You can do anything if you have pa
tience," said an old uncle, who had made a
fortune, to his nephew, who had nearly
spent one. "Water may be carried in
seive if you only wait" "How long'"
asked the petulant spendthrlft, who was i'm.
patient for the old mans obituary. "Till it
freezes I" was the cold reply.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23
Carriage Repository,

OTTAWA, ILLINOIS.
yUyHE ALvORD CARRIAGE MANU-
FEATURING COMPANY, thankful
for the patronage bestowed upon them
NR-SZ- the past wear, would announce that they
have hand and receiving from their mandatory
in Connecticut n good assortment Of CARRIAGES con-
sstng in part of Barrouches, Rockaways, Sliding Seat
and top Bugges of various patterns Light Spring
Wagons. with Concord Buggies &C. all made OF
Connecticut Lumber and in the most durable manner.
Having had a long experience in the manufacture of
CARRIAGES feel confident that can give entire
satisfaction in durability, workmanship, quality and
price. We invite all wishing to purchase to call and
examine stock. AN acdrrdnted.
We have also a Shop connected with Repository,
for doing all kinds Of Carriage repairing short notice.
and in the best manner. Store on Main Street.
sep26-6ms H.tW. JONES, agent.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23

YOUNG WIFE" Oh, I'm so glad you like
birds, what kind do you most admire !?
Young husband" Well, l think good
turkey. with plenty Of dressing, is about as
nice as any,"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23
co-ue, Of Main ord Clinton Street. Oi'
NcXx picture Gallery.

syVHE arts, and the public generally.
invited to examine specimens now on exhibition at
she new Rooms just opened over the City Bank OF
Eames Allen Co., north Of the Court House, under the
supervision of Mr.. JAS MARsTOs.
The undersigned having purchased the interest Of Mr.
MAssroS, in the above business Is prepared fur
nis Ambrotypes in the highest style Of the
- in every instance give satisfaction charge
made The of Mr.. MABsTos have been secured
for . time and those acquainted with his skill will
need further for getting truthful picture.
r share of the public patronage Is solicited
Ottawa, October 8, 1851. G. M. VAN DOREN.
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THE undersigned having purchased the shop and stock
of Gewe Finley, where he intends to carry on the
business on more extensive SCALE He has hand and
is always in receipt the best quality Of American TIA
and Egyptian Marble, for Head Stones Tomb Stones,
the best workmen in the country, he feels
that he can get up anything in his line in superb
STYLE together with low prces he feels assured that
he will give all those who favor him with their support
entire satisfaction.
N b. Orders distance earnestly solicited and
promptly attended to- JAMES WILLS.
Ottawa. March 1Ssk
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It Ghs rssfdssce # W. H. ". OhsAnaan Easf OHased.
Always for SALE large supply Of perpetual Roses and
m other kinds Of Towering house plants Strawberry To-
sto Rhsbsrb, Cabbage, plants, &C., &C. in their
oon, spA Vegetables Of all kinds. jun1l
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New Lumber Yard.

Gre0f Attraction for Farmers and Mechanics!
rUNHE Of Lumber offered in Otta.
Il wa is ready for sale at the lumber yard of
b. X. POWELL K co formerly occupied by X. SzER. 1t
comprises srge quantity of dry clear Lumber, of diff
ferent thickness Also, all kinds Of common Lumber
Pnery Shingles Lath, Nails SASH Doors short
thing necessary for complete building We feel conf
dent from acquaintance and connection with of
largest dealers in Chicago that better
inducements buyers than any other firm City.
Ottawa, June go, 1851. B. .R. POWELL CO.
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AHCTTnN

NAPr A. p. REED has removed his Auction Store to
~ No. Cavarys Block, opposite the Post once, Of
tawa where he will be happy all his old friends.
Auction and Commission business attended to -
Al Al goods entrusted to his vii be disposed Of TO
the best advantage.
Horses bought and sold at market rates.
Auctions in the country attended ct oil times. ec1et
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23

In the worst of times, there is much more
cause t. complain of an evil heart than Of
an svil and corrupt world.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-01-23
EESa City Market, e1
NkSsN Corner Of La SfUe and W.

Eyy~l City Market, @
bSsN Corner Of La Siue and
HN 1Nadison sts. north ojtte .Ae1>
3@[Ss3So Court House, Ondud, H., ,by
WOOD 4 DONLEVY.
TVHe above market after having been greatly enlarged
and thoroughly repaired, is open and ready for
the accommodation of the public No expense has been
spared in furniture and fixtures, to make il place
thy of City, and both pleasant hope will be
profitable to visit Wepropose TO keep hand, and to
customers in style Of superior neatness all
kinds Of meats. such
Be.C in steaks, roasts, dried, corned, &c, Mutton
Veal Hams. Shoulders, Pork, fresh and salt, Yankee
Sausages, &c, &c.
Also all kinds oi game in its season.
Fresh Trout and White Fish from the Lakes.
In short, everything appertaining to a well regulated
City Market
At the proper a stand will also be kept for the
sale of all kinds Of fresh vegetables, supplied from the
best garden in the vicinity OF the City.
~ Meat ,oiU be feiieered ia any part Of the city.
ap26-1y WOOD D0NLEvY.
On and after January 1st, 1885, Meat will be sold
this Establishment exclusively for CASH
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NJ IL l. n f X Y.
MISS FORD
Is receiving fine selection OF MILLINERY
GOODS for the Fall and Winter Trade, at her rooms
in Bas-netts building opposite the Mansion Heuse.
Grateful to her patrons for ts past, she socits
tinuance of their patronage
Straw BOnnets cleaned to order. sepl2
Mrs. CrOley
TTAS removed to the rooms over Mr.. Leahy's Boo
III Store, opposite Cook & Glover's Law ofice, Mad
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BuckSkinS,

1.-THE subscriber begs to call attention to his Buckskn
ablishment Main St, next house west of Ma
eiI', Office Tanned buckskins, all kinds of buckskin
Gloves whip &C. always on hand and sold allow
est prices. $50, ,,,,,,nv mann
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C1leID Bread.
THE NEW YORK BAKERY
RN XXlEEIER A. 81 lM HSAN

THE NEW YORK BAKERY
BY WHEELER a. SIMPSON.
1HE undersigned would ectfuiy inform the nha-
4 btsnts Of Ottawa and vicinity that they now
prepared furnish the choicest variety Of Crackers,
such Butter. Soda Lemon, Boston Aberneha,
A. d Water Biscuit Also, Bread, Cakes. Brown Bread,
Pies &c, &C. In good variety. Confectionery. Of the
choicest selection, constantly on hand All kinds Of
Fancy and Wedding Cake made 10 order.
The subscribers having spared no pains nor expense in
hftiny up a wagon for the convenience and sccommodS
iinn OF their and ,e public generally now
able furnish anything Ia their in- those who de-
sire Tho-e wishing the Sew York Wagon TO call daily
ui please send their orders 20 the r. Y Bakery, 20
the Post Office.
~ Remember the place, in Ho.sack's Block, next
door OF the Meat Market, Main Street Send in
your orders, and they will receive prompt attention
]. D wHgELEE. lsepjl Jos. ". siNfsoS.