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The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15
ncmacracY in-IlIInoia.

Ths Chicago Times gives the following
encouraging account otthe prospects of the
Democratic party in Illinois at the next
eleclion: E 81 81
War CAN THE MATrER BE There is
something serious IN the way Of the Repub-
Iican leaders just now, snd it is giving them
great trouble. From the tone Of the papers
Of that party we are able to know this, and
to get en- inkling of what that trouble ia
But we do not know its full nature; its ex.
tent, as sffecting the prospects Of the Lin
colin sdyentgrers in the approaching cam.
paign, is at present only to be guessed
What mean the daily cries Of the Republi-
can papers in this city against disloyalty in
the Republican ranks /! What can be the
occasion Of the phiIlippics in some Of these
papers against sundFy unnamed or imagina-
ry individuals in their ranks, who are charg-
ed with willingness to break down and de.
feat the Republican party! What can the
matter be We know that the Republicans
have general troubles enough; but these
they have had for months. Now, however,
there appears to be some definite and huge
obstacle in the pathway Of their aspirations
DebI06SJ IL ID CIeuT tuuL tuC tluo W puOhS
opinion, even in this northern abolition por
ton OF the. State, is setting with the DemOc'
racy; in any community which you may
please to name, in these upper districts
there are at this moment three Douglas mer
where there was only one six months ogo-
and this is the ratio Of Democratic increas'
everywhere. This we know; and the Re
publicans know it. Is this what disheart
ems them! Or is it something else
We do not write thus because OF muc
interest we feel in the matter. The Dem
ocratic party of Illinois are now ina condi
ton where the enemy may be safely de6ed
if he does his worst, he cannot defeat u.s.
But we have ventured these inquiries, hop
ing to obtain answers to them for the benefi
OF MANY of the readers of the Times wh'
have remarked the sorry plight of the Lin
colnites, and who have inquired of US abou
some few circumstances. We do not pur
pose to answer our own interogatories.-
We could do ii, but prefer not to at present
Let the Republican leaders labor and groai
on; in the meantime the people will prepare
to perform their whole duty, to themselve
and the country, and elect the Democratic
ticket by overwhelming msjorities.
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

SUDDEN DEATH. Il man named Sloan, a
grocery keeper at the nine locks, between
Akron and Cuyahog1 Falls, being unwell
came into town on Wednesday last, and
took rooms at the Bradford House in order
to be convenient for medical attendance.
On Thursday evening, while sitting in the
Office conversng with other boarders he
suddenly leaned over against the wall and
instantly expired. His disease was conges-
ton Of the lungs. He was an Englishman,
and we understand had no relations. His
remains were taken in charge and inferred
by the Masons, Of which order he was q
member.-Summu Democracy.
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

6FThe use of crinoline has received o
severe shock in Vienna. The actresses of
Carl Theatre have been prohibited from
wearing it, because an actress who, in the
character Of an orphan, was TO have tainted
away and fallen to the ground, found II i'm
possible to realize the latter idea with anys
thing like nature, from being strongly cassd
in her steel.bouDd frame work; 90 that 10,
dies Of delicate sensibilities must give up
fainting or crinolne.
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15
Democratlc Conventlon.

Tho Democratic Electors Of Portage
county are requested to meet in their re-
spective townships, and elect two Dele
gates each to a Convention to be held In
Rayenns, on SATURDAY. July Gath, Inst, at
the ofice Of. the POrtags Ssstincl. to elect
-four Delegates to the State Convention to
be held in Columbus, July 99th, instant.
&. . J. G. WILLIS.
80 Cksirmen Cen. EE. Com.
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15
Failures.

The Republicans have failed to have the
Fugitive Slave law repealed.
They have failed to abolish Slavery in
the District of Columbia.
They have failed to abolish the inte r.
State Slave trade.
They have failed to restore the Missouri
Compromise.
They have failed to procure Congressional
Intervention for, or against Slavery exten.
sion.
They have failed in everything they ever
undertook thus far.
What do they propose to fail at next F.!
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15
eEIt is hinted tha. Queen Victoria will

@It is hinted that Queen Victoria will
appear in the venerable character OF grand
mother in the course Of few months, when
pledge of the loves of Prince Frederick
William and his wife will be presented to
the loyal people of Prussia. This title has
not been common one in the royal family
Of England for many years, there having
been but two grandmothers in that family
from the death Of Queen Caroline, the wife
Of George II, in 1887, down to the birth OF
Queen Victoria's 6rst child. ~
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15
The Atlantic Telegraph,

There hos been no news received from
the Atlantic Telegraph fest up to yester-
day. Great anxiety 10 felt ell over the
icouatry for the success Of this great project,
Ind il it should prove a failure this time it
Will create profound regret not. only inour
avn but in other Countries. .
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

6TPrivate letters from the Gulf shore Of
Louisiana speak of the yellow fever as
prevailing in that region TO some extent, and
occasioning not little uneasiness among
the inhabitants. The disease, upon the
same authority, has been in New Orleans
for weeks past, though the papers have not
thought it Of sufficient importance to say
anything about it.
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15
Rcpubllca o STATE Convention.

II The. Republican State Convention met
at Golambas, on Tuesdsys and nominated
the following ofieers !, D, e
Saprape ,Jsdes--W. v. Peck, Of Sciota.s
AflOrnsy General e .R:WoIcott, Of Sum.
nit. ~
Y C6mpisllaf--W. B. ThillI, OF Franklin,
Board " FEblie WorAs--y. =, Martin, Of
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

RrThe expression, "Won't you take
something" has been ruled out OF faahior.
able drinking society. The latest mode nox.'
is, "Let usget on the outside ofa gIasscf
brandy quickcf'n wink -
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

GTA Placeryille loafer mistook glebs
lamp with letters on il, for the queen Of nisth,
and exclaimed )" Well, I'm cussed IL some.
body hain't stuck an advertisement on the
moon.' t8s si,1t
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

0eFThe Montgomery Journal undertakes
to explain philosophically why certain per-
sons grow very tall. We presume the sim
pie reason 10 thar they can do "nothing
,shovteg." 5 $
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

" The great success of Rarey in tanning
fractious horses in England, has suggested
to crafty Yankee the idea of applying the
secret art to women, espe cially those who
have promised to obey, and Of course have
never done so. He charges $50 lesson
We learn that Mr.. Prettymap has been in
vited to visit the metropolis. Here are some
OF his certificates:
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

rThe New Orleans Picayane says that
city is more than usual peacable and quiet.
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15

GA word, alook, frown, are little
things but are powerful for good or evil. +
The weekly Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1854-1861, 1858-07-15
New YORK, May 8, 1858

I'VE" AOhh1 Uhoy o. AoVOs
This is to certify that Mr.. Panl Pretty
man has succeeded in subduing my wife. He
took her when in most reckless condition,
and in one hour she was cooking beefsleak
with the placidity Of an angel.
JAMES P. HoRNER.
Mr. Prettyman has full liberty to refer to
me. His art we consider the great desider-
atum of married life. He queted Mrs.
Simpkins, who was always ugly in double
harness, and accomplished wonders. No,
shirt button has been missed since the
date of his trial.
P. SIMPKINs, Newark, N. J.
Can not Mr.. Prettyman confer an add
tional benefit on suffering humanity, by de-
Vising some means by which umiable wiyeI
may subject rebel lIious husbands to a jus
and proper discipline!
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THE Scene At THE rRrMoNr.

Az early as half-past six O'Clock people
Degan TO collect around the fremont
House. The omnibussss from Union Park
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-10-30

L,oR sALr-AN ELFG ANrLy FURNISHED RESIDENCE
in Twenty hf,h street near Trinity Chapel sni Madison
square with without the frnure house four story brown
stone, ss6s, trims very easy Apply W JOHN = hSiSo'
62 William street
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-10-30

L,oR sAIE-Two FIRST CLASS TENEMENT HOUSES
Nos l and is7 East Forty seventh street Second
avenue houses 2xas each lots 25s5 Croton water an
through This neishhorud improving very fast These
houses will low and very reasonable terms Second
Railroad stock would be taken IN rade Inquire on
The premises or o. n. s. JACOBS, II Wall street.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-10-30
IroR SAFE IN WILLIAMSBURG. Two MODERN

IT hIf three story hrck h0nses, WIN hNsenenI AMI SUD
fixtures, ranges, &C. in complete order
situated 70 South Fh and Eighth streets
Location unescep4nanle and terms easy io good tenant
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CorARrSERsfiir a Young NAN WHO cay COW
~ mand cash capital ~ 500 with fsome business etper
who Is handsome and rapid penman ana ar sesn
wishes W form connection VIII some w.. css $50
shcd wholesale grocery and provision house " ms Guy gong
good business partner Address WIN real name ~ W
H. Herald office.
CPECrAL OR GENERAL PARTNER WANTED WITH
- s25nO IN continue the ae ~ an old established
straw hal house package trade only undoubted references
he offered o. no ordinary cbarsc
ter 10 a business Address r w H. Herald Office
COM A PARTNER WANTED, IN A aENTEEI
NLtU. lucrative cash business, long and well sstsb
she down town, only about sS hours daily, where he
realize from 40 per week and rick whatever. APP
Div edisiey 10 I. GAffNES, No. 10 centre street
coon To sNo-PARTNER WANTED, IN SAFE
DOW business which has been uoperaton years,
and pays profit ten the capital every thirty
days Pull security always IN baud. Apply At ~ Broadway,
room No s.
SeQQ A CHANCE NEVER BEFORE orFEEEp IN
,gOOU. this cry.-A good, honest man, with he above
amount wanted 10 Join the advertiser the bull posting snu
show business be has two horses aud wagons ana
eight established. fortune be made ms ah ea
Al 81 Beekman street, basement Agents not noticed
eO lnA WANTED, IN A HIGHLY RssffcfAbisE
BksVVV. business well established, me asoVe capss'
10 take The place of retiring party Any w0hns msn
iug 70 loan the above and his services ~ ~
Tor salary Of o. 90 may address Vernon hefsh omee
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LIST OF LETTERS
Remahlpg b the View York city Post once,
saturday, October 80, 1858

Published exclusively in the NEW York HERALD, BY
Act Of Congresse paper hcvg the largest circulation Of
any paper in the United States.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-10-30
sAa.ncp or REAL EvrATE.

ISAAC v. FOWLER. Postmaster
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nR NJ LARnoST. "a NgRcFR STREET, CORNER or
i Surfing, opposite Nicholas Hotel, View fork Omcs
hours from 10 Al vi I'M r. ", excep. Sundays
HocToR HUNTERS ONLY OFFICE ~ At NO sDfvf.
atm street New YORK city, establish A. RSa Open
nom seven in he morning until ten 10 she evening
nm RArpUs OFFICES 50 BLEECKrR srREEr
I'D corner o. wesley place blocks east Of Broadway
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29
Horrors of the Middle Passage.


A correspondent of the New York
Journal Of Commerce, writing on board
the United States frigate, Powhatan, at
st. Helena, February 1st, gives an in
| terestlng account of a visit to slave
vessel which had been captured by the
British cruisers, and taken to st Hele-
ma. The SLAYER was brigantine, built
about four years ago, at New London,
Conn, and admirably constructed for
speed. She measured about two humid
red and twenty tons, and her slave deck
was only four and half feet high, vet
no less than six hundred and fifty Afri.
cans had been crowded into this small
vessel. The utmost compression com
pahble with life was resorted to, and
had not large portion been mere chill
dren, they could not have been slowed
away. The writer says the following
method was employed to economic
space:
"The Africans were placed in rows,
face to face, lengthwise Of the deck, and
each one running one leg between the
legs OF the one sitting opposite. An
other row was placed back to back
against the exterior row first seated, and
thus the whole deck was almost a solid
mass of living human flesh. To keep
them still and powerless, and prevent
lnsurrectlon, ring was put on one ank-
lie, to which an iron bar was attached,
which reached up to the body, and to
which the manacles were fastened,
which were put on their wrists. Thus
situated, row facing row, and legs inter-
laced with legs, long iron bar ran
along over the line Of ankles, to which
the IRONS were attached which fastened
the feet. Thus, nearly all motion of the
body and exercise of the limbs was i'm
possible, men i'll the stocks having as
much liberty as they had, with all the
advantages Of light and air. Even for
a day, such position would be painful
and almost intolerable; and what, then,
a passage from continent to continent,
over the broad Atlantic, amidst storms.
and calms, and suffocation, and occu-
plying often SIXTY days and more!
professionally, the slaves are taken on
deck IN gangs, where they may breathe
the pure air a short time, and where
they are washed by having buckets of
salt water thrown upon them, their fet-
ters and manacles yet remaining OIL
them, and the salt water washing the
sores and raw flesh which their sitting
position on the hard planks, their press
ing against each other, together with
the calling irons, have made. Both men
and women are either utterly naked, or
else have hardly the equal Of a fig leaf
apron for their protection. The stencil
and nth are necessarily horrible and in
deserlbable, which stable or a stye
can hardly exceed, and seldom equal. |
1t is not strange that frightfuI mortal
lty soon broke out, which ended the
woes OF many, and would have done oil
all, but for the Providential capture
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29

SOMETHING CoMING.-The powers of
Europe seem to have taken new inspi.
ration from the motto, Sin time of peace
prepare for war;" and are at the work
OF preparation with all their might. The
correspondent of the New York Com
naercldt advertiser writes
cit is strange feature in the politi-
cal history of Europe, at the present
moment, that every State is arrning and
terrifying itself against some imaginary
enemy, and that the works are being
FASTENED, according to their own words,
in the,provision for events that may soon
arise. Even little Belgium is going to
fortify to the extent of forty millions of
francs, one Of her own towns-at least
q majority Of her rulers favor the pro-
ject-and they, like the rest, talk of the
overhanging storm. Whence is this
storm coming? The naval equipments
and Notifications of Cherbourg, now the
principal naval station, are said to be
something bordering on the marvellous
for their perfection and magnitude
These works, which are to be Inaugural.
ted by the Emperor in August, will no
doubt strike the English naval men with
surprise, for nothing in England equals
or even approaches them. One humid
red English men-of-war viii be present
at this naval fete."
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29

say Rev. Mr.. Chaplin seldom speaks
IN public, upon any occasion, that he
does not say something that "bites, .
something, to use familiar if not a
coarse phrase, that "sticks in the CROP
of his audience. Thus in temperance
lecture, delivered not long since in Phil
adelphia, he "made use" (many speak.
ers employ words without using them
of the following illustration: 1.-THE
young "blood" exclaims, while speaking
OF the attempts now making to suppress
the abuse Of alcoholic stimulants-"Am
to be deprived of my liberty to inbibe
what | choose to imbibe? Whose bu,
siness is it? Liberty of action is guar.
anteed to me-" TO which most effect
lively responds Mr.. Chaplin 4tLibertyq';
Liberty for what? To be hung up, like
a dripping -cloth?--to be stood up,
like a battered, rusty stove-pipe?-to be
kicked about like ''shocking' bad hat,
in the gutter?-is this the ''liberty" YOU
desire?" What would Statistics, - what
would "thrilliug confessions" effect in
comparison with this simple but most
forcible illustration?
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29
REVOLUTION IN AGRIcIrrTURE TuD

REVOLUTION IN AGRICULTURE.-THE
NEW TRACTION ENGINE.-In a late
number OF the London Illustrated Neacs.
our attention was directed to a new in
strument destined to be of great impor-
lance to those who farm on a large scale
on our Western prairies, and wherever
labor is scarce. The instrument is call
ed "Brady's Improved Traction En-.
glne," and will perform those parts in
agriculture for which horse power is
now used, such as drawing the reaper,
pl0wlng, drawing the heaviest burdens
on common roads, OF up declivities, &c.
For the last two mentioned purposes,
many of these engines are now being
constructed in England.
One Of them was attached to three
plows III one frame to test its usefulness.
and IN ten hours it satisfactorily turned
the soil of six acres, at a cost of less
than one dollar per acre.
Their capacity for drawing may be
inferred to be incapable of being ex-
ceeded, when it is known that a load of
ten tons was drawn up gradient from
one to eleven, returning down the hill
with the same load. j. 8gr.s.I .tf
Steam is raised in forty minutes sufi-
Gent to drive threshing machine. asset
OF plows, saw mill, and for all purpo-
ses for which it is desired. Tive men
are sufficient to attend to the engine
while in action. It's weight is six tons,
and the greatest depth to which it sinks
IN common soil, is three-fourths of an
inch. '''-A4 .-' 81.
For warlike purposes, it will be of in
calculable benefit, and the English Gov
eminent have already contracted for
large number, with the intention of u.s.
ing them to convey troops, supplies and
heavy ordnance to different parts of the
Kingdom. III. .'5jIia"t.-f .'*a< ,ja-
The Chicago Democrat rightly re-
marks that they would be invaluable
upon the prairie lands of that State, and
hopes that a traction engine will soon
be seen blowing the beautiful yet to a
great extent, uncultivated prairies of
the Prairie State. eaa I'm .e
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29

GB- When Daniel Webster was de-
hVerlng his memorable speech at the
dedication Of Bunker Hill monument
the crowd pressed forward to such an
extent that some were fainting and some
being crushed. Officers strove in vain
to make the crowd stand back: thew
said it could not be done. Some one
asked Mr.. Webster to make an appeal
to them. The great orator came for
ward, stretched forth his hand, and said
IN his deep stentorian tones,
Gentlemen, stand back p'
1T cannot be done" they shouted.
."Gentlemen, stand back" said he
without change Of voice.
1T is impossible, Mr.. Webster, i'm
possible"
impossible p repeated Webster
impossible? Nothing is impossible o,
bunker H5H," and the vast Grove
swayed, and rolled back like a mighty
wave Of the ocean. a--
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29

The WHOLE SToRY.-A young man
named James Powers, was hanged at
Washington on Saturday. Just before
mounting the scaffold he babe his broth
er farewell, and Remember
what | told you, let the liquor alone"
The same counsel has gone forth from
a thousand scaffolds in this country, and
its echoes are heard in many prison
cell. We waste much breath and ink
in specializing upon the causes of crime
and its extraordinary increase of late
years But the confessions of the Grim
inal tell US the whole truth Of the mat
ter. 1t is rum that makes demons out
of men of originally good impulses; it is
rum that is filling our prisons, feeding
the gallows, and diminishing the secu-
rity of life and property. Under its ac-
cursed influence men who, when sober,
would die rather than commit dishon-
est action, scruple not to perpetrate for
gerry, robbery and murder. OF all the
propositions for the prevention of crime,
we are strongly persuaded that there is
none Of equal efficacy with the simple
advice of young Powers the Ii
quor alone. "-Pti2adelphio Journal.
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29
From tie Atl0ntic Monthly.
MY CHILDREN

Have you seen Annie and Kitty,
Two merry children of mine?
All that is winning and pretty
Their little persons combine.
Annie is kissing and clingng
Dozens of times in a day.
Chattering, laughing, and singing,
Romping, and running away
Annie knows all Of her neighbors,
Dain ty and dirty alike
Learns sll their talk, and, s.be iabsrs,"
Says she "adores little Mike!"
Annie goes mad for flower,
Eager to pluck and Destroy
Cuts paper dolls by the hour,
Always her model-a boy!
Annie is full Of her fancies,
Tells most remarkable lies,
Qnnocent little romances,)
Startling in one Of her size.
Ihree LITTLE prayers we have taught her,
Graded from winter to spring;
On, you should listen my daughter
Saying them all in a string!
Kitty-ah, how my heart blesses
Kitty, my lily, my rose
Wary Of all my caresses,
Chary Of all she bestows.
Kitty loves quietest places,
Whispers sweet sermons to chairs,
And, with the gravest Of faces,
Teaches old Carlo his prayers.
Matronly, mo!herly creature!
Oh, what doll she has built
Guiltless of figure or feature
Out Of her own little quilt
Nought must come near it TO wake it;
Noise must not give it alarm;
And when she sleeps, she must take it
l INTO her bed, on her arm.
Kitty is shy of caller,
Uttering never a word;
But when alone in the parlor,
Talks to herself like bird
Kitty is contrary, rather, ..-.......
And, with a comical smile,
Mutters, 81 WON'T" to her father
Eyeing him slyly the while.
Loving one more than the other
Isn't the thing confess;
And observe that their mother
Makes no distinction in dress
.. .
Preference must be improper
In relation like this;
1 wouldn't toss up copper
(Kitty, come, give me a kissD
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29
DIR. EDWARD lsAWSON.

HoRoopaLtis) pays pdTticuar attention to Obstetrics
and diseases of Females and Children. Refers to Drs
small and Siocum, Chicago; @. l.. Levanway, NJ D..
Chicago Office Main street, first door north of Alon
Campbells residence. Office hours from to 10 A.
NJ. md 2 TO 2. NJ.
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29

Gv The U. S. troops distinguished
themselves remarkably during the re-
cent battle with the Indians in Oregon
by the wonderful celebrity with which
they retreated. They fed ninety miles
in a day.
Kenosha tribune & telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1856-1859, 1858-07-29
CHARLIE.

e Dr. Adam Clarke had perfect adherence
of both pork and tobacco He is reported to
have said;
"If were to offer sacrifce to the devil il
would be roasted pig stuffed with tobacco p