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Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

facturing, the enterprise to them was failure.
 And it is matter of surprise, that farms were mortgaged, and that what would be consider cd marks of poverty were seen over the place and region ? Is it a matter of surprise, that at least one man in every score became drunk ard, and that not a few women were addicted to habits of intemperance Is it strange that the church had far more cases of discipline from the use of intoxicating liquors, than from any other source
 "I here present my solemn protest against the conclusion from what has been said, that this people were more addicted to the use of intoxicating drinks than other communities. They were. compared with people of other towns, temperate, sober and religious And, as long as live, shall cherish them in re- spectfuf, affectionate, and grateful remen- brance. They did not sin in the use of intoxi- eating drinks, as persons are now shining, who in health use them as a beverage. Forty years ago, there was probably not one in five hund- red who did not believe that the use of intoxi- eating drinks as a beverage, was absolutely needful, and that hence it was duty to make use of them. remember Rev. Dr. Williams of Holland, a conscientious, godly man, coun- seled me to be sure to take little spirit for restoring exhausted nature after leaving the pulpit" And to enforce his counsel, he added, " Brother Backus of Somers once attempted to get along without using spirits after preach ing, but his health failed" remember, too, that about the commencement of the temper ance reformation, an annual meeting of the ToI land County Association was held at Dr. How ards in South Coventry, and for our entertain ment the Doctor had provided various kinds of spurious liquors, and placed them on q table where we were assembled. The question was suggested, whether, in view of the fearful rav- ages of intcmperancc, it was not the duty of the ministers to abstain from the use of ardent spirits on public occasions. It was contended that we should injure ourselves by abstinen ence, and diminish our influence in checking the pro gress of destructive evil But appalling facts were brought to view, which secured vote to exclude from all meetings the use of spurious liquors. When the vote was taken, the mode rator, Dr. Bassett, called out, "Dr Howard at the door, the moderator said to him. Take these things hence r They were taken away, and never since has the like been introduced into clerical or ecclesiastical meeting when was present. Since that time flood of light has been cast on the subject of temperance, and no community were more more prompt than this in coming to tAe light that their deeds might be reprored. And just in proportion as they were delivered from the oppression of in- toxicatng drinks, their worldly circumstances were improved, and their moral condition be- came more and more eligible. Within the last forty years, property in this parish and in this county, has increased nearly fourfold, if I do not misjudge. And the county in appearance and enterprise is forty years younger than it was in 1919.
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 ed all Central Europe with alarm. The dam- age of the Austrian inroad on Piedmont. des- tined happily to be but temporary, it is stated, already amounts to hamdreds of millions Of dollars. France and Sardinia, it is hoped. will not retaliate in like manner upon Austria. The point, however, which troubles us, is, that all classes are grasping at specie, which is the only property that is really safe, or in their power to secrete and hodyd.s
 Already securities are being forwarded to great centres, andythis forcing of specie for ward at any cost, involves contraction of trade, and realization of assets, which point steadily and gloomiiy to a coming convulsion only paralleled by the wars of the French Re voiution, or those of the first French Empire. Historical parallels are instructive. The wars arising out of the French Revolution occasion ed such heavy drain of specie from England, from I792 to l797, under similar want of con- idence and boarding as is taking place now, that in the year 1797 there was Q suspenion of specie payments, which, though voted to be for only -four momths by the British Parla- ment, lasted for twenty-two years, indeed, ur- til in the year 1919, by the act known as Sir Robert Peels specie payments were resumed, the violent reaction of which brought, in 1925, ruin and bankruptcy in it's train.
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Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28
SALISBURY.

MT. Day of the Courant, has been a visit to his friends in Salisbury and gives the following n- teresing account of the ore beds of that thriving town:
 The great thing to be studied in and about Salisbury, is the mode of digging iron ore, smelting it at the furnaces converting the pigs into wrought iron, and drawing the blooms in- to bars. I followed the whole procedure, from the muddy beds in which the ore is found, to the finished locomotive axle, as put upon the Housatonic Railroad, at Ames' Titanic works. was surprised, as many intelli gent people be- fore me, have been surprised, to see how elose- ly cultivated gardens bordered upon the deep holes in the. earth, dug by the ore-diggers. l had pictured to my minds eye, some mine among the rocks and mountains, away back, in some rugged cleft, or deep n the forests. But l found all the Salisbury ore-beds, (and l believe visited all of them, in comparative ly low ground, in the valleys, and covered with clay, and in no case partaking of the character of mine, with rocky roofs or floors. The iron-ore digger at Salisbury has to move from four to ten tons of earth for every ton of ore he raises. The earthwork is the principal work and the great problem is. how to dis pose of the enormous piles of clay that have been carted out of the ore beds. You depos- it young mountain of clay in one spot, and not unlikely. ten years later, you will have it all to cart to some other location, in conse- quence of the ore being found to bed under it. saw some piles that had been shifted re- peatedly, at tremendous cost. Seeing the na- i ture of the work to be done-that it was es- sentially earth-work, like digging drains or ex- cavating for railways, was not surprised to see that Irishmen and horses did the bulk of the labor. The poor horse tolls and strains to the top of the waste-heap, with many and ma ny load of rubbish, for every load of ore he | draws and the labor of the horse enters most essentially into the cost of pound of iron. If horses could vote, I think there would be an overwhelming majority against the prosecu- ton of the manufacture of iron for this ani- nal has to move all the earth, draw the ore many miles often to the furnaces draw the charcoal, and toll and sweat in thousand ways, before the blacksmiths put an infnites- imal portion of the iron on his hoofs it is true that he gets his living by it, and so far as noticed, the Salisbury men gave their horses good feed, and worked them hard, but not to the suicidal point. The Irishmen who do the digging, were sturdy and manly specimens :; with neat and comfortable cottages in the vi cinity of their work, and of course, had plenty of wholesome food, and lots of thrifty chil dren It is to their interest decidedly, that
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

THE CRoPs-Ine Frost So far as we can gather, from correspondents and from va- rious other sources of information, the crop prospects are good, taking the country as . whole. The newspapers. have been filled with accounts of damage by frosts, rain, drought, etc, and parties who have on hand stock of last years products to dispose of, have been interested in magn'fying every unfavorable re- port. That the untimely frosts in the second week in June did severe damage in some lo- caities is certain, but it is equally certain that the injury was confined to limited areas. It is impossible as yet, to determine the exact outlines of the districts where the cold opera ted with decided injury on the whole, but enough is known to warrant us in saying that, of all the field, garden and orchard crops in a condition to be seriously affected by the cold snaps during the week beginning Jnne 5, not one plant in four hundred suffered materially that is, taking into account the whole country north of the latitude 3S deg. South of this no great harm was done. In special localities the loss was very severe, and for the sufferers we feel a strong sympathy. We hope good weather, the rest of the season, will, in part, repair the loss experienced. Careful culture of tue crops remaining, and an increased space devoted to buckwheat, turnips, etc., will be some help.
 It seems to be the economy of Providence, that individuals must at times suffer for the general good History teaches that even the worst caamitics of war and pestilence, which produce intense suffering and desolation to in- dividuals and whole countries, are yet over ruled for the benefit of the race So it is with such calamity as the recent frosts. Myr- iads of devouring insects have been destroyed, and other beneficial results will continue to be discovered and could we look over the whole gronnd, and then look into the future, as only He can who seeth the end from the beginning, We douLt not that we should all, even the most afflicted, be thankful for the frosts of June, 1859. We know by experience, that, when ill the midst of trial, it requires no little effort for us to have faith in the doctrine that "all things are for the best" The child, while smarting under the rod of correction, will be slow to believe that the discipline is for his ul- innate good. So it is with us as grown up children. Yet, in after years, we can almost always look back with satisfaction upon the results of experiences of the most severe kind.
 raf ,.t ..- Amer. Agriculturist.
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28
EFFECT OF WAR ON FINANCES.

The idea that the war now raging in Flu rope would prove to our gain, is being beed by the events of every successive day. There Is no feeling so demoralizing, or so much to be condemned on moral grounds, as the ezulta- ton of delight at the prospect of turning the troubles of others to our own profitable ac- count. But the Arrangements and disasters arising out of thew are not confined to the actual belgerents, or even to those supposed likely to be drawn into the war. They extend to ns across the broad Atlantic The belt of commerce ebcirclcs the commercial world 1; that belt or circle disturbed in any point, is made to vibrate the world through
 All the adviccs from the great European Continent are full of gloom and evil forebo- dings. The contractions of credit and currcn- cy are having the effect of collapsing trade and commerce, by reducing everything to cash prices. The demand for specie everywhere is the effect of this war, which is bringing disas- ter on our mercantile relations, and heavy depreciation on the value of our cotton. The difference to the owners of the cotton on hand, and coming forward, is to be counted by mil lions of dollars. The losses have already pro duced serious trouble. The Charleston banks have, it is said, come forward to the assistance of one large house in that city having conDec- tions in New York and Liverpool. In Ger many, as well as in Italy, an entire want oi confidence prevails throughout the whole com munity. But what is still more serious to us in the United States, as affecting the absorp- ton of specie, this want of confidence has spread throughout the masses of the people. The savings banks in Germany are being run upon. The working classes are stipulatlug for payment oe their wages in specie. before they consent to work. The forced loans by Aus tria on their own subjects, and the plunder and rapine she inflicts on Sardinia, have arous- ed revolutionary feeling for revenge, and fill
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

SECRET RELIeIoN-G is often lost in prayers and ordinances. Enter into thy chamber" said he "shut thy door about thee." Shut thy door about thee means much it means-shut out not only frivolity, but business not only the company abroad, but the company at home it means--let the poor soul have little rest and refreshment, and God have opportunity to speak to tEee in still small voice, or he will speak in thunder. I am persuaded the Lord would often speak more softly if we would shut the door.
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

Meafoy cc Munson A RE now filled to overaowing of everything in A. < their line of trade.
 Ladies Caters from .75 to $1 75,
 do. Morocco Boots do. $l.25 to S2 %,
 do. do Shoes do. .5O to $175,
 do. Slips. Sandals, &c., by the bushel. Gents Fine Calf Boots from $250 to S7.O0,
 do. Thick do. do. S25O to $4. 50,
 do Gaiters $1.50 to S3.5O,
 do. Slips and Brogans in any quantity Boys, Misses, Youth and Childrens Boots and Shoes by the tens of bushes cheap you ask. N. B. We have to sell to somebody from 10 to 900 worth this year. so in order to do this shall have to put our figures little less than ever fully invited to give us call before they buy. Ready pay and quick sales is the tune keep step to. Those wishing work made or repaired can have 1t done at short notice.
 We take this opportunity to inform those in ar- rears that they must come and pay up or shall send after them and that pretty quick, say in about thirty days. Yours truly
 MEAFOY & MUNSON,
 second door West of the Court House. Ntehfeld April 20, l859 52
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

Horace Greeley is always on the autographic hum ters, and often hits them hard. Soon after the death of Mir. Poe he received letter running thus you have undoubtedly secured several autographs of the late distinguished American poet, Edgar A. Poe. If so, you will please favor me with ohe and oblige, Yours, Respectfully, A. B."
 He immediately responded as follows:
 q Dear Sir-I happen to have in my possession but ONE autograph of the late distinguished Ameri- can poet, Edgar A. Poe. It consists of an l. o. U., with my name on the back of it It cost me just 50 dollars, and you can have it for half price,.
 Yours, HORACE GREELEY"
 The liberal offer was never accepted.
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

Never attempt to clean or otherwise disturb your horse while eating his meals, unless you want him to bite and kick. But when you clean, take him out of the stall, and make a business of it. Tie your horse in the centre of the stall. unless you want him to do as most horses do, drive more on one rein than on the other. Horses that are liable to cast themselves in their stalls, should be tied with neck matters, giving them much more freedom with the head than the nose-halter. Gentleness, firmness, and moderation will subdue the most ob- durate. So says the New England Farmer.
 The mysterious lady who challenged Paul Nor. phy to private game of chess, which she played with such wonderful spirit and perseverance, is the wife of very celebrated inancier and philanthro- pist, doing business in the vicinity of the New York Exchange. The husband is said to be very angry about it.
 Ninety five clerks have been discharged from the N. Y. Custom House. which will make an annual saving of about S1OO, ,000.s
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

Hurra 1! Hurra!! Hurra!!! "BEH HIVE" REPLENISHED WITH AN IMMENSE STOCK OF NEW SPRING GOODS. COMPRISING everything in the line of Dry Goods and Wet Goods. WHITE AND BLACK, MOURNING, COLoRED PRINTED AND FIGURED GOODS, of every description and quality.
 FRENCH AND ENGLISH BAREGEs, D'BAIGES, DLAINES, CHALLIEs, SATIN D'CHAINE, BR1LLIANTs, LAWNS AND PRINTS. SILK, BARGE, CHALLIE AND MUSLIN ROBES.
 BLACK AND COLORED SILKS, LACEs, EDGINGS AND EMBRoIDERIES. Also, PRINCES AND TRIMMINGS of every new style. description and color. BUTTONS, GLOVES, HOSIERY, PARAsOLs, &c.
 EMBROIDERED CURTAIN MUSLINS AND FIXTURES.
 SHAWLS,
 WHITE SHIRTINGS, SHEETINGS,
 LINENS AND DIAPERS. Also, BROADCLoTHs, CAsSIMEREs, TWEEDS, CHECKS, DRILLS, FLANNELs, &c.
 Also,
 GROCERIES, CRoCKERY, ....... PAPER HANGINGS, GEESE FEATHERS,
 SHOES,
 and everything wanted. For sale at prices to suit, (as they were bought cheap,) for cash or produce, by
 s. N BRONSON. Also, INSURANCE AGENT. l. Ltchfeld, April 20, 1859. -...
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

Notice. TEyHAT portion of the inhabitants of Litchfield U County which finds the city of WATERBURY the most convenient market for the sale of products or the purchase of merchandise is hereby invited to call at
 PATTON7S BOOKSTORE and examine the stock therein ..... We have good assortment of BOOKS from which nearly every varety If taste select something to suit and our prices wiii Os found satisfactory. We have many frienus and customers now in Litchfeld County and are desrous of extending the circle. We think we can sell books on as good terms be obtained elsewhere to say tho least We buy on cash account and are satisfied with moderate profts We prefer quick and. if possible large sales with small profits, to the old fashion of heavy profits and restricted sales Give us a call.
 WILLIAM PATTON
 Mo- S. Hotchkiss Block, Waterbury, Conn. 43-6m
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-28

IF ADIES' FINE CLOTH CATERS for s1 o0; Ladies' and Misses KID SLIPPERS, very cheap, at c. B. BISHOP & cos.
Baltimore Wecker. [volume] (Baltimore [Md.]) 1851-1867, 1859-06-08

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Baltimore Wecker. [volume] (Baltimore [Md.]) 1851-1867, 1859-06-08

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mc9en mir eS rer1dteu, baien, IaeS, Aaes,
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9s8en ben 6eiaD, Der 0erni6tun9 peS 6eln9ed
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nIGae, mir molten nur aul un8 l6auen uno bet.
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lit ce8 oeut(ben VpifeB Seruf.
Baltimore Wecker. [volume] (Baltimore [Md.]) 1851-1867, 1859-06-08
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lit wabr nur bat wecer YreuBen nod @nalano,
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fen, uul Seltretb elneS 8e6eren gu belebren. 10
1T pas cine redtlOie 4nmaBuns* Diele Nnma.
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benz man uus nit Der 6eItpeitlde Dor uCrpibis
ger @iumildung in ben natiCnalen SGulcurluS
Darnte. 0etreid mag feline tpcblOerOiente
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Baltimore Wecker. [volume] (Baltimore [Md.]) 1851-1867, 1859-06-08

aui 5unta 4nna gu concentliren unb 70 ieben
mir DurdauS tein enersiide8 SanOeln. Ser
Sirsertries miro nit leinem BALI erwarteten
@tntre1len ernsut uno Uieaeiat peltI3er ais 6u>
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nidt an einen Trieoen gu benten+
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ramon, bat lth unter ben SAue oeS ensltlden
@eianpten selteut, oa Der WIra'nOn nitt abse-
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nidt i'm belteu 8sruebmen lebeu, uno pieueidt
wdre 9rare ieet Der Augenblid 9etCmuen, mc
Die 0iberaleu teDeutenOe @rfUlse ~er3ielen tGun.
ten, i~noellen bort ullu pon Der 8era @ru5 Qlnlt
nidt5, mas Der @tpdbnune nertb mare.