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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

EXTRAORDINARY CASE OF SoMNA,fRUr1sM
An extraordinary instance of somnambuIism
occurred in Stamford, shortly after midnight
on Monday last. About one o'clock, Sergeant
Harrison, while on duty at the lookup. OBJ
served person, clothed in white, walking to-
ward st. Paul street. Surprising it to be some
one who had assumed disguise for the pur-
pose Of playing a joke, he walked up to the
Individual whom he found to be the wife of
Mr.. j. Oliver, cabinet-maker, having nothing
on but her night-dress. She was walking
about with her eyes wide open, apparently
awake, but in reality in state of perfect SOM
nambulism. She was taken to her home.
winch was close at hand, and her husband
aroused, by whom she was placed in bed. 1t
appears that she got up, walked down stairs,
unlocked the front door, and went into the
street. without either disturbing her husband
or arouslng herself, nor was she conscious of
what had taken place when she awoke in the
morning. But the most remarkable feature in
the case is that, although she had been unable
to walk without crutches or assistance for the
last year or two, she was, when discovered.
walking as well as any other person, and with
out either the support of the wall or crutch.
Stamford (Eng) Mercury.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

The PATRIoTs OF MATHEWS BLUFFS
There is place somewhere in the Sunny
South" known as Mathews Bluffs, aud place
near Mathews Bluffs, distinguished by the
name of Hickory Grove; neither place is cele-
brated in history. They were born to blush
unseen, and waste their sweetness on the des-
ert air. We notice, by the Charleston Mer-
curry, that a very merry celebration was had
at the Grove" on the Fourth of July. The
patriotic sons of South Carolina gathered at
the sound of the morning guns, and "over
sumptuous dinner and amid the popping of
champagne corks" gave ample range to their
enthusiasm. One of the toasts read as follows:
The African Sldoe Tiude-Regarded by some
as a step towards dissolution. 1T it be that
thus the Union will be dissolved, in Gods
name, we say, let the step be taken.
This explosive sentiment having been duly
honored, it was followed by
The Gallant Heroes of the Rerolution-Their
blood may yet be split by their successors who
now stand beneath this hickory grove.
1t is difficult to see just how the bantam he
roes of "Hickory Grove" would commence
the operation OF spnHnS tiie ploou vi teH an
cestors; but it is pleasant to know that they
will take so discreet care not to "spill' any
of their own Then comes another shot very
much like the first =
The African .Slaoe 1rade-May it ever pros
per on the sea within the walls of prudence,
we vouch for its prosperity in South Carolina.
Descending from distractions, the slave ira
ders come in for a share of the common glory.
| NeSsTS. Lamar and Cor7e, the Pioneers Of Lib
erty-The first to light the fire-brand which is
destined to consume abolitonism at the North,
we hail their gallant action as the dawn of civ
ilization for benighted Africa, the day of pros
perity for the cotton planter.
The following was sent in a volunteer"
Otr nert Representative in Congress May his
footsteps follow that OF the lamented Brooks,
and if insulted by Yankee, apply his gutta
percha.
The day, with its festivities, closed with
sentiment, which, for its striking climax, had
few parallels among the multitude of after
dinner inventions of that day
Independence: Its declaration will ever
prompt us to manly acts, and when its princi-
pies are properly instilled they will lead us
through the doubtful path and land us in that
haven from whence we wish to return-Congo
river.
That will do for one day.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

SINGULAR AFFAIR-GRAND DENoUEMENT
Some fifteen years ago, a man named George
Bristol left this city for the Pacific AT the
time he left he had wife and one child the
latter only three years old. They resided in
the town of Westerly. At that time, his wife
and child were living with her father Some
two years after, the father and mother of the
woman died, their estate was disposed of to
satisfy mortgages, and Mrs. Bristol and her
child were thrown upon the cold charities of
the world for living. She was very feeble
in health, and of course was unable to take
care of her health.
The mother and child came to this city.
where they lived for some five years, at the ex-
piration of which time the mother died and the
girl was left alone in the world, to do as best
she could. Being now about 10 years old, and
smart, active good looking girl, she soon
found a situation in a respectable family.
Here she remained till she was 10 years old,
when she bound herself out to milIiner. She
served threeyears at that business, and had
become mistress of her profession. Now, the
strangest portion of this revelation is to be
told. The girl is now over Is years old, and a
perfect model of her sex.
During this long interval it must be remem
bered that the girl lost all track of her father.
Her beauty attracted the attention and ad-
miratlon OF a spruce looking gentleman who
met her on Broadway. He was man of
about 40 years, but his appearance did not in
dictate that he had ever seen over rs sum-
mers. An acquaintance was made between
her and the gentleman above alluded to, and a
final engagement entered into for marriage
The day was set, and all the arrangements
made for the ceremony.
On the appointed day the pair accompanied
by their respective friends, met for the pur-
pose of having the plighted ones joined in
wedlock. Just before the minister commenced
the marriage rites, an old couple entered
They were formerly neighbors of the Bristol
family, and had watched the girl grow up
from infancy, and were now anxious to see the
choice she had made in partner for life. In
agine the surprise of all about when the old
couple above referred to recognized in the
imam of the girls heart" her own legitimate
father.
For moment all was amazement and sad
ness, but on the state of things being fully
realized, tue scene turned to one of ioy. An
absent father had recovered lost laughter
and the assembled throng of friends were high.
ly delighted that the affair had resulted as it
did. The love that had before burned so
brightly between the twain had now become a
fame as inextinguishable as the fires of Vesu-
vius. A queer world, this.-ABany Standard.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

FOur years experience with Hair Restoratives
me following letter from gentleman long and fayorably
known IN oston and vicinity who has had most favorable
opportunities of knowRg of what he writes will are
sure, satisfy the most credulous:
- WALTHAM, Mass, Jan. 90 1859
Messrs w; ~ HAGAN Co. Genfs-l have been SELL
ing HElMSTREEr'S "Himitable HAIR RESTORATIVE
for three or four years, NTH good Satisfaction and success
have tried various other articles in the market but
yours has the decided preference among them all haye
neuer hestated TO recommend II for all II claims do
Several ladies Of town who had been nearing false
hdir for seuerdi years have laid II aside and have
M and arariani head of hair of original shade and
color produced by using two or three bottles of your
ticle and when by they have been induced
to try something else paned upon them being supe.
rlo they have almost Invariably returned the use OF
Hair Coong again as the only meitOrious and re-
liable article in finding II toilet article as chean
any of the Hair Oils or Washes with which the mar
ket is flooded ! am yours very truly ~
ca, .........,.o.. nj. oc.. S, b. EMMONS
W. u. HAGAN u CO., Proprietors TROY Nv
ic2l dim ' -V4 N''h D."
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

AccIDENT.-As hand-car on the Norwich
and Worcester Railroad, in which were sever
al section men, was passing between Auburn
and Oxford stations, yesterday morning, at.
tached to the rear of freight train by ropes
held by two of the men, one of them, named
Patrick Murphy, lost his hold, and in attempt
ing to regain it, was drawn off the hand-car in
front SO that it passed over him, as also a
hand-car in the rear attached to it, in which
were several other men, bruising him severely,
but not dangerously. Two others were thrown
from the car, but were uniniured.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

WORCESTER FIVE CENTS SAVINGS BANK
The fifth annual meeting of the Worcester
Five Cents Savings Bank Corporation was
held at their room, ON Thursday evening, July
IA, the President Charles L. Putnam, in the
chair. The annual report Of the Board of
Trustees represents the institution as in
sound condition. They state that from 1431
depositors $75,019 have been received The
increase in the number Of depositors within
the last year has been 215, and in the amount
of funds received, over expenditures, of ST.
All. The Trustees state that the result of the
last five years's business will warrant an addi-
tional dividend of one per cent, which they
deem quite fiattering, considering the fact that
the expenses during the first few years of
such institutions must be larger in proportion
to deposits than afterward. For the past few
years, it having been difficult to loan the funds
of the institution upon the best class of invest
ments, the Finance Committee have preferred
reducing the rate of interest in some cases to
five per cent, rather than change the charac.
ter of the securities to any less desirable The
entire funds having been invested in bank
stocks, loans with bank stocks as collateral,
and loans to cities and towns, there have been
no losses of principal or interest since the or
ganizaton of the company.
The following are the officers elected for the
ensuing year:
President-Charles L. Putnam.
| Vice PresidentS-Geo. w. Richardson, Will
liam N. Green, d. S. Messenger, Charles
Paine, G, w. Russell, Emory Bannister.
Trustees. NJ c. Armsby, J. S. Farnum,
John B. Shaw, James b. Blake, Rufus Carter,
Geo. w. Wheeler, Edward w. Lincoln James
| dteen, G. Is. DIetcal1, Y. Ii. Fitch, Nathan
Washburn, Horace Ayres.
Secretary-E. B. Stoddard.
AT a meeting of the Trustees, subsequently
held, the following officers were chosen
Auditors-Emory Banister, James b. Blake.
Financial Commttee-Geo. w. Richardson,
ID. S. Messenger, James Green, c. L. Putnam,
E. B. Stoddard, G. Harris.
Treasurer-Clarendon Harris.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

The DEATH OF Mr.. CHoATE.-In the Su-
perior Court Boston, Friday morning Judge
Brigham presiding. District Attorney Cooley
made appropriate reference to the death of
Mr. Choate and stated that he had been re-
quested by several leading members of the bar
to suggest to the Court that they required time,
before giving any formal, public expression of
their great loss Judge Brigham replied that
ne appreciated the feelings of the members
OF the bar, and that the Court would set
apart any day desired for appropriate exercises
in reference to the memory Of tho lonon,od
deceased, If such action should be wished DIR.
ing the present term. The Court ther od
journed till Monday next.
In the Committee Of the Legislature for tbo
revision Of the Statutes,-in session at tho
State House,-Mr. Spofford Of Newburvport
announced Mr.. Choates death. Mr.. Upbam of
Salem, Mr.. Merrill, Mr. Phelps, and Mr.. Lo.
throp Of Boston, Mr. Sumner of Great Bar.
rington, and Mr.. Wentworth Of Lowell. ad.
dressed the Committee in BETTING manner.
Resolutions of coincidence and respect were
passed, and the Committee, in token Of res
pect for the distinguished dead, at once adj
journed.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

10 be Bald or not to be BaIdi that is the
question 70 be be decided now. "CURTIS'S CURE FOR
bALlNESS! The late great and reliable remedy and
the only article which will hair to bald heads and
positively stop its falling off, Remember it contains no
on Lead, or Supher, and each Bottle contains one pnt
anu read me following late and important certificate
ahu say whether any man need ever be bald
From the State Treasurer of Rhode Island:
o., NEWPORT. March 29, 1859
since commenced using Curtis's Cure for Badnes
my hair has ceased entirely from falling ont and has
been very much strengthened w
SAMUEL A. PARKER
,r... PROVIDENCE Jan. g. 1859
Having tried various articles stop my hair from fall
ing on without any effect have now used two bottles
Curss Cure for badness which has completely stop
eu my mar from falling. cordially recommend ii TO all
as the best preparation have ever found
,, HENRY BUTLER
For sale in Worcester by all Druggists and in Boston
by Chas Richardson Co., Geo G. Goodwin & Co, NJ.
:. Burr Co. Weeks Potter, and by all Druggists in
j. M. CURTIS, Proprietor Providence T.
MAIL diff
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

The BRADFORD MANUscRIPT.-The New
York Independent states that the old Bradford
manuscript History of New Plymouth is likely
to be restored to this country. This manu-
script is now in the library of the Bishop of
London. 1t appears to have been stolen from
the library of Rev. Thomas Prince of Boston
which was kept in the tower of the old South
Church. 1t disappeared while the British
troops occupied the building. Rev. John Wad-
dington of England, now in this country, has
interested himself in the matter and
it is stated that the Bishop of London has sig
nified Willingness to cooperate, but deems
an act of Parliament necessary to authorize
him to remove the document from the library
of the episcopate. He will bring the matter to
the attention of the British government; and
it seems probable that Gov. Bradford's imprint
ed history of New Plymouth, which has be-
come so famous, will be restored to Massachu-
sets, where it properly belongs
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

Mr.. Lucas P. BEAN, for the last two or
three years, foreman in the Transcript
Office, died in this city about twelve
o'clock, Thursday night. He was generally
known by the printers of this section, having
been engaged, at various times, in offices in
Boston, Springfield, Dedham and other places.
He was, also, at one time, the editor and
manager of a weekly journal in Macon, Ca
He was man of strong purposes, of strict in
tegrity, and till within a few weeks, of appar-
emily robust health, and as hopeful of a long
life as the strongest of those who survive him.
His funeral takes place on Monday next.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

HE KING WITH A SUBSCRIPTION PAPER.
The kingof Sandwich Islands has lately been
much Interested in raising money for a city
hospital for the natives, and has condescended
to carry the subscription paper about town
himself, soliciting funds for this commendable
enterprise. He was much amused in one store
winch he entered, and tells the anecdote as
right, good joke. lie applied to the firm, sup
posed to be the wealthiest in Honolulu, for
their donation, and was told that the matter
required consideration, and he must wait
few days. So, with the zeal of charity col
lector, he called again and asked if they were
ready to subscribe to the Hospital Fund.
"Well, said one Of the firm, I'VE have con-
cluded to put down hundred dollars
That's right" said Kammehammeha; but of
course, gentlemen, you mean hundred dol
lars apieceP oh no, indeed That is for
the firm said they. You ought to do better
than that with your fourishing business a
hundred dollars apiece is none too much, i'm.
portuned his Majesty. After some thinking
and considerable scratching of the Charitable
head, one Of the firm said to the other in an
under tone, "Well, give him hundred dollars
apiece, and if you can't get rid of the old how
any other way, tell him to come again And
undoubtedly he will come again. and keen
coming so long as he can get anything for his
Native Hospital"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

A SNUFF Box IN CoURT.-A case involving
the question Of property in snuf-box, but
bearing within it the history of a whole life
and the history of the First NapoIeon's en-
pire, has recently been before the Tribunal at
Paris. The snuff box in controversy origin
ally belonged to Count Trobriand, uncle of
the editor of the Courier deS Etats Unis, a
general of the great Napoleon, and aid-de-
camp to Davoist. The snuff box is but n
minor object i'll the trial. it was the story
which it elected that bore the entire interest
OF the pleadings. The snuff box was adorned
with the portrait of Napoleon. Trobriand had
won 1t as mark of distinction with his epau-
lettes, and loved it with an equal love At 16
he fought III the Hussars under the Consulate
AT this period duels were all the fashion in the
French army, owing to the unjust preferences
given to one corps over another, which is
growing to be the case nova days.
The Grenadiers of the Guard were then the
pets of the army, as the Zouaves are now, and
certain quator OF these braves had usurped
the right to lord it over the rest of the armv
Ihls usurpation displeased the young soldier
greatly. he volunteered to correct the inso-
lence, and in four different encounters gained
four different victories. The little hussar was
carried in triumph by the men of his regiment
but he made vow never to fight another duel,
a vow which he has kept to this day. In 1916
Trobriand in disgust left France to fight in Co
lumba Here he was made general. In 1880
he returned to France, and served his country
once more on the burning plains of Africa,
with the rank of colonel. In 1S48 Trobriand
again resigned, and went to Naples, wherein
spite OF his seventy.fve years-he was named
generaissimo of the army, with an income
worthy OF his rank. He accepted the rank,
but refused the income, and this it is which
brought him before the tribunal 70 olo;,,, ia;
snufi-box, which in moment of distress he
had pledged with friend, who refused to give
It up, after principal and interest of the loan
had been fully paid
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

, ANTICS or THE LIGHTNISG.-During the
Thunder storm Of Wednesday afternoon, the
bley, at Bergen Point. N J.. was struck bv
lightning, tearing from il n norton of the
weather boarding The electric fluid. in pass
ing through the house, entered the room where
Mr.. rs two daughters were sitting, startling
them with fright, but doing no other injury
continuing its course, it entered the baseme1t
striking little girl on the finger, giving her Z
me- heavy shock, but otherwise not injurine her
Inc explosion was similar to that Of a loud
fire-cracker. ''u'
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

PLAYING AT PUTTING OUT FIRE.-Thc
Western Reserve Chronicle, at Warren, states
that on the Fourth of July, the people of that
town, purchased an old mill, which had long
been an eye sore, on the opposite side of the
river, and set fire to it in order to celebrate
the day, by giving the fire companies an OBJ
portunity to show their efficiency in extin-
gushing it. But just as they got fairly at it.
the wind blew the buring shingles over on the
town, setting fire to the Methodist church, as
well as six or seven other buildings, at the
same time rendering the utmost exertions of
the citizens necessary to save the town from
distractions.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

In reply to the variety of rumors relative to
the future of the National Era, Mrs. Bailey
states in the last number that it will continue
to be edited and published under the provision
made by its late editor and proprietor, in view
OF his intended absence in Europe. She
adds that "the value of the National Era
as the representative of free principles at
the National Capital, and to the family of its
late editor as their only available means of sup
port, makes it her imperative duty to continue
its publication without interruption"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

may be distinguished by its good legs, uncer-
tain eye, and carefully waxed moustache. 1t
answers to the name of the Austrian army.
A handsome reward will be paid to any per-
son who can give any news concerning it to
the First Regiment of Zouayes"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

A. d. HARRINGTON who keeps the denizens of the
North End posted up on matters pertaining to their ply
scai Wetbeng has an excellent programme of fare for
ouay' ana would be pleased to all his friends and
customers at his hosptable quarters, 93 Main street
harrington has perfect understanding of his art and
with the assistance of the famous cook Dodd is doing
great things in the catering line Give him call tonight
if you desire to test some of the tallest chowders
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

ARREST OF AN IScEND1ARY.-George Rob
inson of Spencer, was arrested for setting fire
to the woodshed and burning the house of Mr..
John Dorr in that town on the night of the 9th
inst, and, in the Police Court Friday, was
bound over for trial at the Supreme Court and
was committed in default of bail.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

RIcEs EATING HousE.-Charles H. Rice at his excel
lent and commodious quarters Nos and Pipers Block
keeps every eaable which the daintiest appetite can
crave so those who call may be assured of getting the
thing they ask for need and will away satisfied
TO repetion. Rice always has the incest variety of
everything, including the choicest quality game fish,
&C. and this evening" will treat you to one of the talest
chowders.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

FIRE IN FARSUMsvILLE.--0n Friday morn.
ing at g o'clock, the barn of Omer Aldrich was
entirely consumed, together with large guam
tity of hay The stock was removed Loss
$500. Insured for $50, Mt Worcester County
Mutual. BY the very active exertions Of
the Fire Department the house was saved
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-07-16

Mr.. LEGG, DYER AND CLEANSER, continues the busnes
of Cleansing, Reducing and Repairing Mems Apparel
and also cleanses Ladies' Shawls Riding Dresses, &c
He has increased his help and facilities meet the steady
increase in his business Office No. Pleasant street.
Reducing executed from three to ten days notice
and cleansing shorter notice when the necessity or
venience of customers requires it,