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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

The Overland Mail to California costs $780,
900 year, without the first particle of benefit
to the public. 1t is the anomaly of mail
which carries no letters. When this scheme
was drummed through Congress by the Post
master General and his instruments, the
bill gave him three Alternatives monthly
connection at 100000 per annum, semi
monthly at $450,000, and weekly at $780,
000 The whole subject was discretionary
with him, but he rushed at once into the
full experiment of a weekly trip, without
regard to the treasury or the convenience of
the country, paying this enormous sum mere
ly to prove that coach may be run across a
desert, and a few passengers may perform the
feat of travelling in it for twenty or TWEEN
ty-tour days The contract is for six years.
and involves a dead loss of about four millions
in round numbers. A contract for the ident-
cal service can now be made for third of the
money
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

PROBABLY AN OLD BACHELORS ADvER-
TIsEMENT.-The following advertisement ap-
pears in the New York Herald:
Board and repose wanted-in some sensible
family, uninfested with cats, poodle dogs, can
nary birds, juvenile jewsharps, mimicking old
maids, scheming widows feminine 'hopefuls'
with match seeking mammas or other nuisanc-
es. Hot dinner required on Sunday. Terms
not to exceed $50 per month. Address Com
fort seeker, Bentley's Despatch, Madison
Souare"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10
BUSINESS NOTICES-

Do you suffer after eating or from ascidity of the sto
ach heart burn, water BASH wind burning sensations or
indigestion? Immediate relief can be obtained by using
the oxygenated Bitters
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

There died in January 5, February 4, March
8, April l, May 4, June 2, July 8, August 8,
September6 6, October 7, November 2, Deem
Der 3. Unknown, q
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

20 The strike of the female operatives in
the Lowell mills continues. They demand the
wages paid before the crisis in 1851 The
strikers number about five hundred
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

CIVIL CouRr.-Betme Chief Justice Mellen
The case of John p. II. Pierce and others VS..
d. f. Newton, which has been on trial for sew
eral days, went to the jury yesterday, who re-
the whole amount claimed. L. H. Boutelle for
the plaintiffs Dewey and Stoddard for the de-
PENDANT.
Pierce VS.. Newton-verdict for the plaintiff,
1857 43.
Brewer VS.. Williams, Brewer VS.. Woods,
and Larkin VS.. Williams, were given to the jul
ries, who will probably return their verdicts
this morning.
Cases next in order for trial. Nos 1864, 1869,
1l68, 1859, III, 1172, liza, 1177, 1179, 1882,
1183, 1884, 1851, 1888, 1850, 1909, 1926, 1928,
1923
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

CALIFoRNiA.-The Supreme Court of the
State has decided that the law prohibiting
Chinese immigration, is unconstitutional. A
law has been passed to tax miners on their
claims
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

10 The poems of Albert Laighton, of
Portsmouth, N. H., are about to be issued by
Brown, Taggard, Chase, of Boston. Mr..
Leighton has written some real gems.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

Mr. LEGG, DYER CLEANSER, continues the business
OF Cleansing Reducing and Repairing Mems Apparel,
and also cleanses Ladies' Shawls, Riding Dresses &c
lie has increased his help and facilities the steady
Increase in his business. Office No. Pleasant street.
Re-dyeing executed at from three ten days notice;
and cleansing shorter the necessity or con
venence of customers reouirps il
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

AT GATES NEWS ROOM ll9 Main street, may be found
all KINDS oil Spiritual Books, Papers, and Periodicals.
Also, Billiards. pure Steam Crystazed Soap manufacture
ed for and sold by D. c. GATES at wholesale and retail
jyl9 dam
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

10 The Postmaster General estimates the
receipts of the department for the next fiscal
year at s75Oo,OoO, and the expenditures at
sl5500,00o
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10
R;lls of Mortal;+v for 1s5s

HARDwIcK. Population in 1855, 1886.
Whole number of deaths 36-males 49, females
Is, averaging one death to All inhabitants
OF the deaths, there were
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

Inc subject Of the negroes is being much
aagitated in Missouri. A bill is before the Leg
stature to send all the free negroes from the
state petition is in circulation in favor of
prohibiting, the introduction of any more
slaves and the policy of emancipation is
everywhere discussed
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

w Single copies of the DAILY WEEKLY SPY wrap
pea oAoterwse may always be found at our Publication
Office, Printers Exchange Foster street
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

CRIMINAL CoURT-Before Judge Morris.
Wednesday, Feb. 9.-Mchael Callahan, of
Northboro', indicted for keeping intoxicating
liquor with intent to sell. Verdict guilty
Stephen Hull of Webster, indicted as a
common seller, retracted his former plea of
mot guilty." and pleaded guilty"
John Mallory, of West Brookfeld, for viola
ton of the liquor law. The Jury did not agree
Elijah W. Foster, of Gardner, was brought
before the Court on a charge of contempt in
refusing to answer to a summons as witness,
and fined $40 and costs.
The cause of the Commonwealth VS.. VIM
Thornton, for assault with intent to commit
adultery, is now on trial
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

The first Portuguese company ever heard of
in the United States has been organized in
New York. The Journal of Commerce says
the martial rage has not been yet extended to
the Chinese population but it expects soon to
see them marching down Broadway in nation
al costume, pigtails and ALL proceeded by their
fayorite musical instrument, the gong.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

A Liquor Law" has passed the Indiana
House, fixing licenses at from $50 to $1,000, at
the discretion of the County Commissioners !;
assessing fine not less than So nor more than
$50 for every instance of selling without
license; prohibiting selling on the Sabbath, on
any State, county, town, township, or munici.
pal election day, when the same may be held !;
prohibiting the selling to persons in the habit
of being intoxicated, or to minors, under heavy
penalties, with other stringent features.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10
Special 9(otrces.

A Card.-The Officers and Members of Tiger Engine
Company No +, tender their sincere thanks to Messrs
Adams Cutler, of the Fremens Resort Saloon that
turkey supper which they invited partake of after
the business of our Monthly Meeting and which we did
ample justice to. Gentlemen it is seldom that we are
surprised in so pleasant manner that
easion We would TO fireman friends from abroad
they are in of any thing in the refreshment line
call at the Fremens Resort aud they will receive every
attention. Per Order. CHAS. f, TEW Foreman
SAM'L II. DAY, CLERK.
Worcester, Feb. s, 1859. dts f9
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

% A young lady has been sent from Fps
witch to the Lunatic Hospital in this city,
raving maniac, caused by excitement in rela-
ton to future state.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

~ We understand the Amateur Dramatic
Club of this city propose giving an entertain
ment some time during the present month.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

r. D. MAXHAa, having received lcence from the city
government has opened PAwY-BKoKING ESTABLISH
MENT, 226 Main street
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

LYcEUM LEcTURE.-The fifth lecture, and
the last but one of the Lyceum series, will be
given this evening, by George W. Curtis, of
New York
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10
Gitp ann Gountp yntelllgsmce-

THE SLEIGHING SEAsoN.-The fine sleigh
ing was Interrupted, yesterday, by constant,
drizzling, disagreeable rain. The streets were
very quiet, and horses generally enjoyed their
lease with dignity" in their barns. The
weather continued very mild till midnight, and
the prospects of continued sleighing grew very
precarious without another instalmentof snow.
THE CouRTs.-At the opening of the Civil
Court last Monday morning, Chief Justice
Mellen gave notice to the members of the bar
present. that on Monday morning merit, the
docket will be called up to No. 1000, and that
all causes on the docket before that, will be
definitely disposed of or continued at that time,
in order that the printing of the docket for the
next March term may be commenced.
Notice was also given, that, at the next
March term, Judges Mellen and Sanger would
be present, and hold Courts in each Court
House, in order to dispose of the whole trial
list more speedily.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

CHARLEY WILKINSON, our favorite home
comedian, will make his last appearance on
the stage, at Brinley Hall, this and 'tomor-
row evening. He deserves and should have
overlooking houses.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

LIQUID AMANDINE, for the positive prevention and
Oh Chapped Hands, Roughness of the Skim 1t uni
Fersal in its cleanliness and convenience free from SOIL
oy substance, and unpleasant odor Ordinarily, two of
three applications perfect cure, renderin the skin soft
ana VeNety IN feeling and appearance There
more satisfactory preparation offered the public than
this and all those have used it have realized for once
the uthtuness of newspaper advertisement Prepared
only by JOHN Q. HILL, Apothecary, Mechanics Hall
Building and for sale by all Druggists Price IS cents
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

CoMroUND GLYCERINE LOTION is the most effectual
remedy in for Chapped Hands and Sunburn; also to
after Shaving to allay the inflammation irritation
&c As cosmetic for softening and identifying the skim
removing pimples, tan, reckes, lips &C. it is supe
rior to all other preparations now in use
CHARLES CLARKE,
Corner Main and Pleasant Streets Worcester
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

Dental Notice.-Dr. q. H.JENCKS'S Dem
tai Rooms are at No 239 Main Street, Worcester He Is
having great success ~ using ELEcTRIcIrY produce -
sensibv 70 pain while extracting teeth All other dem
manner rs usual, nj df
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

Wheeler az Wilson's Sewing NIachine.-Re-
duction in price A perfect Family Machine for $50 For
sale in all their varieties, at No. Walnat street. first
door from Main,) opposite Mechanics Hail. Worcester
Mrs A. II. ROWLAND, Agent,
where she is prepared to do Machine Stitching for Fa
lies. deodtf " ,fJa
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

"As you Like lt."-That is even so, friend, YOU
can get Picture just You like it. at UNION iRT
GALLERY 1877 Main Street 49,
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-10

Union Art Gallery, is at 1917 Main street
SPOONER LINCOLN, Propretors
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10
II When we boast Of having "the karess, and

~ When we boast of having "the largest and
best assert ment OF type, borders, &C., and "the
largest and best arranged establishment in Eas-
Tern Indiana" boast of the superior style" of
our jobs, and that they "can afford to do work
at much less price" than their reghbors and
then dare no. exhibit specimens of their printing
at a county Fair in competition. we think i.
amounts TO about as much PAIN Boosting as we
ha We ever seen packed into the same space it all
oceupes
There is sufficient work here for all the Offices
at remunerative prices and shall be the last
ones to be put OFT about fair and honorable
competition. Although may feel some " hat
ried at the thought Of having the reverse to
compete with, yet we hold it to be good 'licy
using fguratve expression,) to fight the devil
with chunk" aud when blanks are off red to be
printed by neighbors of the Broad Axe at
sirteen cents per qmre and paper found we'll do
that job for less. So with everything else in the
job printing lice, until that bad spirit is put
out"-quenched-a and the vain" boosters learn to
appreciate common by ceasing to work for
starving wages.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10
thinner & EunswtIer

Have inst received their already extensive stock
Of varieties, and are prepared TO supply coun-
try Merchants and Dealers generally. we'll as
The retail trade with almost any article desired.
Our stock comprises in part Notions. Toys,
aud Fancy Goods almost without limit w all
and Window Paper, Ladies Furnishing Baskets,
Fire Works for the Holidays, Fruits Nuts and
Candies, in any quantity aud any conceivable
kinds. Ais, Uudershires, Drawers. Comforts,
Gloves, Hosiery, Suspenders Paper Pins, Envel-
opes Cutler; aud thousand other articles need
less to enumerate; all of which will be shown
with pleasure and sold at wholesale and retail for
the cash or to responsible parties on short time,
on the most favorable terms A call from every
body is solicited Rooms at No. 40, second door
west of Post Off:e, NJ ain St, Rich nond led.
(4S-Swl
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10
EJ False alarm Of '.firen' yesterday eve,

ORIGIN OF THE TERM OsAwATToMIE.--Osa
wattomie, which John Brow n seems in fsir
way TO distinguish. is tie name Of a town in
Southern Kansas. at the junction Of the Pot
tawattomie river with the Usage. The early
set lers in this locality in casting about for a
name. finally concluded to manufacture one
bv combining the names Of the two rivers
Usage and Pottawattome The first syllable
of the word is ..Os"-of Usage, and should
be pronounced and spelled as in the name
of that river-the remainder of the word.
.awattomie," follows the photography and
sound Of the latter name.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10

BLAcKwooDs MAGAZINE for Oc:ober.-Pub-
lished by Leonard scott Co, s; Gold street, New
York. Price three dollars per annum.- would not
e easy matter to put : fsg 7 On dull mum
Der of this famous periodical aud when we announce
do now, the publication Of a new number the
reader may look least paper the perusal OF
which will be well worth his while. We have no IL
tenton the different articles Of the present
issue which offer the usual variety but we cannot
refrain from calling attention and soliciting care
full perusal of the absrsct from Capt. Spekes jour
nal in this and the number for September giving the
details of journey Ceatral Africa. made 6y him in
JUNCTION with Lieut.. Burton. Traversing districts
before untrodden by the white man. that ocer having
entered Africa the coast, worked up to the
northwa-d and westward, TO the mountains of the
Moon sn in their vicinity has discovered vast lake.
or inland which he has given the Of Vic
toria Nyanzs md which there is every 10 be-
l. is the long ught four ain of the Nile. This
lake is stn>ted exactly the Equator aud its posi-
ton and the for nation Of the country lend much pro-
liability to the suggestion.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10

eE NEEL. SANDS 4 Co., have purchased the
large Stock of Groceries of Croker. eel CO. AMI
have engaged in the Wholesale trale as permanent
business. They have in stors of the fin est
Stocks offered in this cit nd selling hem on
IS favorable terms $ city dealers. Country Mer-
chants Grocer and Farmers and other private fami-
lies who buy in larger than usual quantities will find
it vastly their interest to purchase Of them. We
specially commend their coffee, for have tried it
Our friend Thomas Nj organ. of the firm. will al.
ways be lound hand to wait their stomers.-
Our friend Howell is connected with this house
ana his numerous friends will find him obliging
ev er in waiting upon them.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10

PErERsoS's MAGAzrNk-We are II receipt OF
this popular ,adyIs magazine for December l. Is
speudiA ,amb.r sPxssr-,t.1 has . erou Ia ion asea-
ty of nearly one hundred thousand. hut i. viii De
greatly iuprored in 1850 Ii will s.ntsia about
hundred pages Of double column reading mat err four
steel plates twelve ed steel fashion ates
twelve eoored patterns in Berlin work embroidery or
crochet ,nd eigh, hundred wood engraEings-ProPor-
sionaily ran any other periodical gEsa It's s'o-
ries and novee,s are the best writers Is fash
ions always the latest and Pretiess Its price IS
out two dollars year dollar less than mss'r'nes
of its class. Subscribe for it and save dollar 10
clubs il is cheaper stivz: three copies for ave dol
iars, eight for dollars Tie every person getting
up cub the Publisher will send two spleen did en-
cravings Of Niagara, of size for framing
Address. CD PETERSON,
306 Chestnut St, Pail,
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10

Our CouSrRY's FLAG-Is the title large
and beautifully printed paper, commemorate Phil
adelphia, by Messrs. Lott, Kean Co. al two
dollars per year, and a. greatly redaced IA es to
clubs 1t is filed with matter of high literary
character from the mos, distin guished authors in
our country. Specimen copies may be seen at
this office, and where Subscribers names will be
taken and promptly forwarded. 1t is now pub
fishing one Of Mrs. Southworth's best stories
Brandon of Brandon: a tale Of Love and Pride"
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10
EKr Our friend DIR. Hauphtop. we are

Er A poor and helpless man was found
on the streets the other night, and provide
with lodgings in the Warner sac until ne xt
morning, and then taken to our Co. Asy lum
Ey- Carl Be selman, fine and costs Sic
before Esq. Lyle. for an assault on Robert
Gestmeyer.
EI Marvin Johnson. SO cents and costs.
before Esq. Ly lie, for an assault on Latay cite
Railsback.
Bzy- Louisa Taylor, 'colored individual
fined 81 and costs by Mayor Finley, for keep
ing dsorderly house.
EF Geo. Bird. coored, fined 50 by May
or Finley. for imbibing too much State stock.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10
remperance orders.

Ire REcHABITEs, every Monday evening" In
Temperance Hall.
The TEMPLE OF HONOR every Tuesday
Lveuing.
The SONS OF TEMPERANCE every Saturday
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10

WHEAT Drill Among other articles exhib-
tied at County Fair, wheat Drill by Brum
fed s. Bethel We did not have opportunity of
examui ng them, bat we one of them at Centre
vile on Saturday last, and highly pleased with
it, There is rotary rake attached to VIII ich
all trash before the tubes and kee clear
The other arrangement. simple and perfect, and
this drill bound please all who may it. We
tie Proprictors about engage in the
nanuIacture of them. and we confident they will
succeed in making large sales.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10

IA One night last week, German was
attacked by two ruffians on south Seventh-st
" no knocked him down, and demanded his
money or his life. Having no money, they
took what satisfaction they could by choking
and pounding him. ana then let him go. The
German, went home. procured pistol and
returned to the battle ground, but couldn't
ind his assailers. "The door as open!"
E@r On Monday night last, Mr.. Barton
Wyatt and his wife. residing on the old Man
sur farm opposite Salisbury. attended the
PearI-st. n. T. Church in this city. Whilst
in the church, ct of covetousness seized
ardent admrer Of good horsefesh. who
quietly unhitcIed Mr. Wyatt's horse--jump-
ed in the buggy, and took West. Coming 10
the lane leading to Mr. VS. house, the horse
determined that lie would not be thus easily
kidnapped without struggle, turned into the
way be used 10 go, in spite of the efforts OF
his wanted-to be master. A son of Nj. Wy
ats, seeing the horse and buggy coming
back home SO soon, and in the charge Of
stranger who was trying to make turn in
the narrow lane. came out and at once took
part with the horse, ed, between he two
and the narrow space. they proved too much
for the scamp. who after swearing that the
horse and buggy was his o. cry by right
the buggy and vanished. Mr. Wyait's son
then got into the buggy and drove back to
the church IN time TO take his father and
mother back home "IHe door IS opea!"
70 On Thursday night last, huxter
was knocked down, near Friends burying
ground in the north part Of our city,-all the
money about his person taken. and goodly
portion Of his produce stolen from his way
on. 'IHe door IS openP'
Er Our friend DR.. Hsugh,on, we are in
formed, called on the other night to 60
and see patient in the country; he prompt
ly responded. On the way. an attempt was
made by some one to stop his horse which he
was driving to the buggy, but the Doctor
put whip to his horse and eluded him. On
arriving at the PATIENTS house. all was dark
however. he aroused the inmates and found
no one sickl 1t was evidently a ruse of
some scoundrel or scoundrels to entrap the
Doctor. with view to rob him, &c. and he
very prudently stayed all night "1he door
as open!'
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10

Fessenden's Toilet Soap Wherever this soap
has been used, ii has come into general use
Families acqu tinted with it will not do without
IT, We have tried it, and advise all who wish the
very best article, to buy none other. Mr. E. G
Re, nods, rear the depot. has large assortment
for sale Try it, and our word for it, you will be
sat isfej.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10
Religious Notice.

ELDER EDWIN GOODWIN of Indianapolis, OF the
Church OF Christ viii Protraotet Me citing
in this city, Friday the tn inst at oeock, p.
M-ssid meeting TO be held in the Lutheran Church.
North Frank lin street.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10
S25 Reward.

THE Gentleman who lost portrait from the rr.asurers
ONCE Of the Co, Fair Grounds. suihprz--
10 person who returns 1t to this Office shall
be with hound copy, Of Washington Allston's
which A25. and questions asked. The
los; portrait $ only able . family memento.
Nav N
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1859-11-10

An ORDINANCE To amend an Ordinance en-
titled Harke, Ordinance
BY MAYER and Common CoUacT o.
5r Of Richmond That annual PAyahe each
ear in advance sxea each stall in The M.rSei
ftn-ss ~ tn. Committee Pahiic GaiiiiRxs Aai Mar
80, Ard that said stalls he sold By said Commit
- an The fourth jay. in each tin-
Yubilc the hi xhess bidder.
,hst the purchaser the payment the SUN 80 bid
IN. said SAL be entitled hold or
IN. for. OF I've
go ru.I advance. and failure &, saca
!, tine when shall forfeit all right the
$50, 81 ina; amended ordinance 81 section Il
~ a. amended as the Council elect appoint
NJ. time When = vacancy oCcur-
g. Al That much the Market Ordinance IS
The bows hereby repealed
g. Thai Ibis ordinance And amendment be in force
F frc- it, passage md paetsestlen
Passed Ana approved Nov 1, 1852
J. FINLEY, Mayer
Wv ArsrTS Clerk