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Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16
Douglas.

A correspondent of the st. Louis Republican
having said that Judge Leib, Of Illinois, who op-
posed the election of Judge Douglas to the Senate,
had repented of his opposition sought interview
with the little giant and was now his ardent friend
Judge Leib replies;
"This statement is untrue. I opposed Judge
Douglas during the late canvass, boldly denounced
his course, and should ii become necessary, would
not hesitate again to do So though stood alone.
al said nothing of Judge Douglas that did not
know TO be true and do not take back single
word
"Thcn, as now, believe him to be treacherous,
truthess soulless man, who would sacrifice princi-
pie, and party upon the altar of his ambition, if he
could thereby attain the Presidency.
Truly yours, "CHARLES LEIB"
The Csssville (Ga) Standard, an influential Dem
ocratic paper is equally severe on the Black Dwarf
It says;
"The National american Of the 9th says, that at
McDonough on the I'd, Mr.. Wright asked Mr. Gar
tre IL he would support Douglas for the Presiden-
cy in ls6O If nominated by the Charleston Con-
vention-to which Mr.. Gartrell replied that he
would not.
awe are glad to see our Democratic candidate
for Congress in this State taking that position; we
think II is asking too much of Southern men, to
support the little bue-bellied Vermont Yankee
der any circumstances He cares about as much for
the rights of the Soutl Notwithstanding his loud
mouhed professionals the devil cares about re-
ligion. The Little Giant is too muth for any
Southern man TO tote, and we are glad TO see SO
many of the prominent men Of both parties refus-
ing to touch him."
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

CAUSE OF THE AURORA BoREALIs.-M.
de la Rive, the celebrated French astrono-
mer, explains the production of the auro-
ra borealis in the following manner:
When the sun, having passed into the
southern hemisphere, no longer heats so
much our hemisphere, the aqueous vapors
which have accumulated during the sum
mer in this part of the atmosphere begin
to condese, the kind of humid cap envel-
oping the polar regions extends more and
more, and facilitates the passage Of the cleo
tricty accumulated in the upper portions
of the air But in those elevated regions
and especially at this season of the year
the aqueous vapers frequently pass into
the state of minute particles Of ice or snow
floating in the air, similar to those which
gives rise to the halos; they form, as il
were, kind of semi Transparent mist
These halffrozen fogs conduct the electric.
ity to the surface of the earth, near the
pole, and are at the same time Illuminated
by these currents or electric discharges
In fact all observers agree in asserting that
the aurora borealis is constantly preceded
by a mist, which rises from the pole and
the margins of which, less dense than the
remainder, are colored the first; and in,
deed it is very frequently near the pole in
the winter months, aud especially in those
where there is an abundance of vapor in
the air
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16
NuMRER ONE.

One hour lost in the morning by lying in bed
will put back all the business of the day.
One hour gained by rising early, is worth enc
month in the year.
One hole in the fence will cost ten times as much
as it will TO fix it once.
One diseased sheep win spoil flock.
One unruly animal will teach all Others in COM
pany bad tricks; and the Bible says Gone sinner
destroyed.much good
One'drunkard will keep family poor and make
them miserable.
One wife that is always ic ng how fine her
neighbor dresses and how little she can get will
look pleasanter if she talks about something else
One good newspaper is one good thing in every
family, and
One who don't take good paper and pay for it
is unworthy citizen, and disregards the best in
terests of his family.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Mr.. Webster was speaking on one ac-
casion, some years since, in Faneuil Hall.
If remember right he was arguing in
favor of the "Maysville road" bill. Mr..
Otis sat near him on the platform, Mr..
Webster proceeded as follows:
81 am in favor Mr.. Chairman, of all the
roads except-except-"
Here he stuck and could not think Of
any exception. Mr. Otis saw his difficult
ty, and said to him in low voice.
"Say the road toruin !"
Mr.. Webster heard, and, as if he had
merely stopped for the purpose of making
the remark more effective, repeated the
whole as follows:
81 repeat Mr.. Chairman, am in favor
of all roads except-the road to ruin"
The wit of Mr.. Otis, in this instance,
was we'll met by the presence of mind in
Webster.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16
TERMS OF THE PAPER,
So Per annum, in advance.
TERMS OF ADVERTISING.
A BRIDAL SONG.

If cloudless skies, and breezes fair,
And verdnnt paths bestowed with flowers,
And all that earth has rich and rare,
May last lifetime-be they yours
But vain the wish A needful part
The winters tempest must perform,
will but ask that hope and heart
May rise unscathed from every storm.
If many dark and rugged way
Should lead the weary cNilcs home,
May hope still lend cheering ray,
And love grow brighter through the glooml
Though many wish be untulflled,
And many an anchor insecure,
May steadfast trust that love unchilled
Still to the end endure
May many bright path lie before you,
And may blue sky spread abovel
May peace around and sunshine o'cr you
Ecre closely draw the bonds of love!
May every parting joy entwine
A sparkling wreath on memorys brow!
And may liies sunset camly shine
On hears as warm as now
Through every path of life untried,
Or rough, or smooth, or long, or short
BE still Fathers hand your guide,
A Fathers love your firm snpportl
And when-lifes career and pleasures ended,
The parting hour at length shall come,
May love and hope, still swectty blended,
Point to a better life At HOME!
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16
NOTHING TO TAKE.

We heard of lady with nothing to wear,
And she'd nothing to eat, thing rather rare
And nothing to think Of, and nothing to do
A strange set of nothings as ever we knew
But in order the list more perfect to make,
Well Just add another--a nothing to take.p
Well, once it so happened, dreadful headache
Resulted from eating supper quite late,
Because we had nothing just "nothing to takel
Life illustrated
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

GIRLs.-A daughter should never think
of getting married till she has studied trig-
onOmetry and engineering enough to give
the proper dip to the needle in darning a
stocking and the square, plumb and level
of a we'll made bed, She must also under
stand chemistry so far as to be able to take
ink spots ont Of linen; thoroughly under
stand the philosophy of fermentation, and
the recess of making good light bread
A knowledge of these is more valuable to
Western daughter than the jabber of all
foreign languages, the constant hammering
away on an untuned instrument of music
or balloon elevations from the floor Of the
ball room.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

To CURE A FELoN.-Boil in an iron yes
sci of sufficient capacity, say tour or six
quarts, enough yellow dock root to make a
strong liquor; when sufficiently boiled, and
when the liquor is hot as can be borne by
the hand, cover the kettle with flannel
cloth to keep in the heat, and in five min
utes the pain will cease. If it should re,
turn after time heat the same liquor and
do as before. In cure performed in this
way, the joints will always be preserved
The receipt has been abundantly verified
here. Scientific american,
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Tue RowDY-Th rowdy is terrible
nuisance, Hear how the poor Dutch land
lord descibes his sufferings at the hands of
one these amiable beings "Ter rowdy com
ed in and axed me to sell him peer l tells
him he had more ash would do him goot
He calls me Won old Tutch liar, and peguu
to broke two tumblers. My wife she call
for de watch -honse. Fore de watch got
dare, de rowdy he kick Hans Scruggles pc,
hint his pack, kissed my laughter Petsy
pofore her face, proke all ter tumbler'
'cept ter olt stone pitcher, and split my wife
und tOddOr peer parrels down inter ter eel
lar"
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

some time he sat in silence; then, rallyine
all his courage, said:
"Nettie, l have something to say tC
you"
"Ah have your" she replied. "Well
Charlie, please help me down, aud you can
say it as we walk to the house."
Charley saw the mischief in her eyes
and resolved to 60 on without needing her
request, yet he changed somewhat his mode
of attack.
"Nettie, am going to be married"
"Married Charlie, married |"
Without needing the prayerful glance
that was raised to his face, he went on.
eyes, Nettie; my business is now very
prosperous have pretty home, which
needs only the additional charm of a pair
of bright eyes. | have found sweet,
gentle girl, whom love with all my heart
and who is willing to become my wife, and
| have resolved to marry. l have tried to
tell you, but you would not hear it,"
Nettic had listened to his speech in ut
ter amazement, She had long believed
that she was the beloved of Charlie Graf
tons heart and she meant, after she had
teased him to her hearts content, to listen
to his love-, and become his dutiful loving
wife. But her hopes were now suddenly
dashed to atoms. 1t was too much. A
giddy faintness came over her, and but for
the support of Charles arm, she would
have fallen to the ground. Charlie notic-
ed her emotion, and feared he had gone
too far. 1t was but for moment, how
ever. She soon regained her self possess
ion, and sat upright by his side. Her face
was very pale, but her ewes flashed proud
ly, as she replied, aud there was piece Of
bitterness in her tones:
"May ask the name of her who has
been honored with the offer of the hand
and heart of my noble friend"
"First let me describe her. She is a
beautiful girl, and possesses warm, loving
heart. She has but one fault-if fault it
may be called. She delights to tease those
who love her best, and often has she given
me severe heart-pang. Yet, Nettie, l
love her deeply, ferventy, and it shall be
the object of my life TO guard her from
harm--to protect her, as far as am able,
from the slightest breath of sorrow, and l
shall be abundantly rewarded by her love.
Nettie, have never offered her my hand,
though she has long possessed my heart.
l do it now, Nettie. Dearest, can you ask
her name?
Nettie gave him one long, enquiring
look, as though she but half comprehend
ed his words.
"Will you be my wife, Nettie2"
"What?" she replied, halfbewilderingly.
care you not going to be married? Are
you not forever lost to me?"
eyes, if you will not consent to be mine.
She realized what it would be to love
him, her head sank upon his bosom, and
bursting into tears, she murmered:
"Yes Charley, I will"
Soon master Dick came bounding into
the orchard-one hand filed with huge
slice of bread ane butter, while with the
other he tossed his cap into the air, show
ing that he fully comprehended the state
of affairs by shouting at the top of his
voice:
"Halloo, Mr.. Grafton ! aint you glad l
treed her for you?'
Both greeted this sally with burst of
laughter, and soon all were engaged in a
wild rnmp upon the green turf.
We hardly need add that the same au
tumn witnessed right merry wedding at
the old mansion of Farmer Gray.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16
His wife could l hear that name, and

His wife could l hear that name, and
keep silence still
'And you have seen my little girl he
added lifting the infant in his arms and
kissing her crimson cheek. Il tell you
Harry there is not such another in the
world. Don't you think she looks very
much as her mother used 7
Very much 7 faltered
Halo 7 cried Frank, with sudden
ness that made start violently, Il have
forgotten to introduce ou to my wife 1
believe you and she used to be playmates
in your young days-eh, Harry? and he
slapped me on the back. For the sake
of old times, and because you were not
here at the weddings I'll give you leave to
kiss her once-but mind, old fellow, you
are not to repeat the ceremony Come
here she is, and for once want to see how
you will manage those ferocious mustaches
of yours in the operation.
He pushed Lizzie laughing and blush
ing, towards me. A CLEAN of light and
hope, almost too dazzling to bear, came
over me, and | cried out before thought:
Not MaryY
1t must have betrayed my secret to
every one in the room. But nothing was
said-even Frank in general So obtuse,
was this time silent. l kissed the fair
cheek of the young wife, and hurried to
the silent figure looking out from the win
dow.
'Mary-Mary Moore, said in a low
eager voice, have you no welcome to give
to the wanderer?'
She turned and laid her hand in mine
and murmured hurriedly:
Il am glad to see you here, Harry
Simple words-and yet how blessed they
made me would not have yielded up
that moment for an Emperor's crown !
For there was the happy home group, and
the dear home fireside, and there sweet
Mary Moore The eyes l had dreamed
of day and night were falling before the
ardent gaze of mine; and the sweet face
| had so longed and prayed to see was then
before mel | never knew the meaning of
happiness till that moment came
Many years have passed since that hap
py night, and the hair that was dark and
glossy then is fast turning grey. am
growing to be an old man, and can look
back to a long and happy, and hope a
well spent life. And yet sweet as it has
been would not recall single day, for the
love that made my manhood so bright,
shines upon my white hairs.
An old man Can this be SOP AT
heart am as young as ever. And Mary,
with her bright hair parted smoothly from
a brow that has slight furrow upon it,
is still the Mary of my early days. To
me she can never grow old, nor change.
The heart that held her in infancy and
sheltered her in the flush and beauty of
womanhood can never cast her out, till
life shall cease to warm it. Nor even then,
for the love still lives above.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Mrs. Partington says that if she should
be cast away, she would prefer meetin with
the catastrophe in the "Bay Of Biscuits, :"
for then she should have something to
live on.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

A con of the Emerald Isle, who had
Just landed, said "The 6rst bit of mate
l liver ate in this country was a roasted
potato--boilcd yesterday and il ye don't
believe me can show it to you, for | have
it in my pocket"
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

81 MEANT to have told you of that hole
said an Irishman to his friend who was
walking with him in the garden, and tum-
bled into hole of dirty water. "No mat
ter now" said Pat, blowing the mud and
water out of his mouth, 'I've found it my
self"
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

A wire manufacturer, in an advertise
meut, invites the public 10 come and see
his invisible wire fences.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

An insolvent fop said to an old farmer
that he could not bear fool. "Your mo-
ther could, replied the farmer.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

The weak aud ignorant are apt TO mistake theiI
terrofs for moral impressions.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

A dancing master was taken up in
Natchez recently, for robbing a fellow
bOarder. He said he commenced by cheat
ing printer, and after that every thing
rascally seemed to come easy 10 him.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Fast men, like fast rivers, are generally
very shallow
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

If you want to get rich, work hard and
spend little.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16
EPIGRAM.

EPIGRAM.
George says, with looks of high disdain,
"My wit is borrowed All, It's true;
But why O, selfish George, complain
None ever borrowed wit from you.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

When you have occasion to utter re.
buke, let your words be soft and your ar
guments hard
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

The taste of beauty and the relish of
what is decent, just and amiable, perfect
the character ofa gentleman.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

How A RAIN CLOUD FORMS. Professor
Wise, desribing his last balloon voyage,
says:
We plainly see that the south east wind
below, which drove us little to north west
at starting, had now supplied the stmos-
phere with moisture enough to make a
growing rain cloud. Slowly but interest
ingly, the vapor assumed milky hue
Presently it assumed the appearance ofvas-
iculsr cloud; then it spread out and bulg-
ed down in the middle aud soon it had the
appearance of a great udder, with the water
oezing through it, but more copiously at
and around its protuberant center. 1t was
an interesting phenomenon, and it seem
ed as though nature was unbosoming her
mammal to give the thirsty earth some sus-
tenance. i have noticed these udders and
water spouts before.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

We suppose that man who never speaks
may be said always to keep his word.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Jones, writing to friend, closed by
saying 81 am glad to be able to say tina
my wife is recovering sloWy"
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Let your wit be your friend, your mind
your companion, and your tongue your
servant.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Why is the letter U the gayest OF the
alphabet? Because it is always in fun.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Never complain unless you expect to do
some good by complaining,
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

If every one were honest, We need not
lock our doors.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

GETTING Decentralization Eph-
riam, heard something about you"
ala, now, Miss Sophrina, you don't say
So"
eyes, indeed, that did; and great
many said it too.
ala, now, what is it, Miss Sophrina2"
80 dear, l can't tell you" Cunning away
her head)
80 la, do now"
80 no, can't"
80 yes, Miss Sophrina,"
ala me, Ephriam, you do poster body
So"
"Wcll, do please tell me, Miss Sophrina.
Well, | heard that--O, can I tell YOU
"Ah, yes, come now, do (taking her
hand,)
"Well, l didn't say it, but l heard
that"
"What?" Quitting an arm around hel
waist.)
SO, don't squeeze me SOL heard that
that Cunning her blue eyes on Ephraim)
--that-you and | were to be married
Ephriam.'
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16

Nettie was an amiable girl, and could
take a joke as good naturedly as She could
give one, only laughed heartily at the trick
her brother had played upon.her compli-
ted Charley upon his agility and invited
him to help himself to the tempting fruit
that hung in such profusion about them.
After chatting upon variety of themes,
he determined to approach the subject, and
if possible, get an Ineligible answer. For
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-09-16
NUMBER 43.
[From the New York Herald.]
A Well Plotted Swindle.

Fifteen Young Ladies Brought to tie CSty
under tie pretence Of taking then, South
as Music Teachers and then robbed oftheir
Money and Baggdge-TheT appearance
nj ,be VoteI
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1859-03-18
A. F. BUTHMANN, Admin'x
mar l6-d J. c. MCGUIRE Il CO, Aucts.
By c. w. BOTELER, AuctIoneer.

BY c. w. BOTELER, AuctIoneer.
SALE OF FINE PARIS MADE ROSEWOOD
rTcrs AT Auc1roS.-on TuEsDkYS' MORNING &c
March 22d. commencing at lo1a O'Clock shall sell,
Breckinridge Vice President Of the United states,
and the Hon. Mr. Ste henson, and the Hon James
large and very superior of Household Fur
niture; consisting in part of, viz:
stored in richly embossed Purple Silk, made 20
order in Paris, consisting of Sofas, Arm
Tapestry Velvet Carpet, French Plate Pier Mir
=. rors, with marble labs and brackets,
Fine Oil Paintings and EngravIngs,
Gold BrocateIIe consisting of 2 Sofas, 2Arm
Handsome ss PA Psrlor Gss PShan Gaf
Rosewood Etegere, French China and Bronze Man
Fine Bfocatsile and Lace Window Curtains, with
heavy gilt cornIces,
Walnut sideboard, with marble top and mirror
Carved Rosewood Parlor Tables, with marble top,
Do. Hat Rack with mirror back,
Do. Extension Dining Table,
Fine Trsnc 1H Cins BSnea aRHd Tea Set
Silver Table and Tea Spoons,
Rich If GU Glass Ware. Silver S PLATED Castor.
HH sS hi; Chased ssi; STeT, plated Waiter,
oilclnths. Straw Mating,
Handsome Mahogany Belstead, with heavy Orna-
Elegaet large Rosewood Wardrobe,
Rosewood Washstand, with marble top.
Cottage Chairs. covered with Green Damask.
Spring Bed, superior Curled Hair Mattresses
Feather Beds. Toilet Sets,
Handsome Sets Of Cottage Chamber Furniture with
and without marble top,
Widow Shades, Chamber Stoves,
Iron Bedsteads, Refrigerator, Cooking Requisites,
&c.
Housekeepcrs will find this sale worthy of their
attention, as the articles all of Superior quality
and the sale peremptOry,
Terms: S4hand under cash: over that sum credit
o6a and 90 days, for approved endorsed notes. bear
ing interest.
p. :. The House is for rent. Inquire of the Auc-
tIoneer.
mar led c. w. BOTELER, Auet.
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AIexaudria Markets.

ALEXANDRIA, March 1S--Flour; no sales ~
change We quote Union street superhne AZ
S6.l2 naS6 -.
Wheat; sales Of white at 81 .7OasI 81; red
Sl-5iaS1 OF.
Corn; sales Of white at SIC; yellow, no sales;
mixed Soc
No sales Of rye or oats The offerings continue
light, AID the market active
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Baltimore Markets.

BALTIMORE. March lS-Fiour closed Quilted and
unchanged; Howard street and Ohio s625
Wheat closed buoyant; white 81 .75asI IS; red
81 90.
Corn closed quiet and unchanged; yellow sOa
Sic; white 7ia76c.
Provisions are unchanged
Whisky closed quiet and unchanged
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LOCAL NEWS,

UrTHE STAR PUBLISHES THE LISTS OF LErrHRs
REMAINING IN THE WASHINGTON CRY PosT OFFICE
UNDER rHs Provisions OF THE LAW DIRECTING
THEN TO BIZ PRINTED IN THE NEWSPAPER HAVING
The LARGEST CIRCULATION WITHIN NE DELIVERY
OF The OFFICE Irs TOTAL DAILY CIRCULATION Is
MORE THAN DoUBLE THAT OF ANY OTHER DAILY
PRINTED IN THE DISTRICT or COLUMBIA
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1859-03-18
Kansas News

LEAvENwoE1H, X. T., March 1e.-In the case Of
Day and son, who were abducted nom Kansas iato
a change Of venue has been granted, and the trial
transferred TO IT. Joseph.
Dates from the gold mines are 10 the 18th Of Feb
ruary. The accounts continue Gathering and tho
rush towards Pixies Peak has fairly commenced.
Seven large companies left here yesterday. Emf
grants arrive daily by hundreds
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ATTEMPTED Murder and Su,cide

ST. Louis, March IA man named Hamilton,
residing in this city, shot his wife and then shot
himself, last light. He had been married about 3
months The cause of the rash act is attributed %
jealousy. Hamilton is MORALLY wounded, but il
IS thought his wife will recover
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1859-03-18

COURT OF CLAIMs.-Y Yesterday, a rehearng was
granted in the case of X. r. Ward and others agt
the United States, and the case was remandcd to
the general docket
MIR GiIlet resumed and concluded hisaroumept
on the part Of the government, in the of Will
liam b. Glover and others agt the United States
The Hon. r.. Johnson closed the argument in be-
half of the claimants and the case was submitted
Ad jOurned 10 Monday next.