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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

THE HUMBUG OF Pixies PEAK.-A cor
respondent of the Chicago Times, writing from
near Fort Laramie, under date of Dec. 10th,
pronounces the marvellous stories about the
finding of gold at Pixies Peak to be an arrant
humbug. The country is overrun with adj
venturers, who can scarcely find enough Of
anything to keep body and soul together
The writer says he could hire three hundred
men for their board. Flour is worth twenty
dollars per hundred pounds, salt fifty cents per
pound, whiskey twelve dollars per gallon, and
everything else in proportion.
Many gold districts, about which fabulous
stories are told, are but the counterpart OF
Pixies Peak. We trust people at the East
will not be gulled with them any more.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

HEAVY FIRE.-Between twelve and one
O'Clock this morning, the barns belonging to
the Estate of the late Col. Ward on Green
street, took fire and were wholly destroyed.
Two valuable horses and two cows were burn
ed to death. The barns were not of great
value and the total loss will probably not ex-
coed 81 200 or $500. There is little doubt
that they were set on fire, as they were burn
ing in different places when the alarm was
given. The fire communicated to one or two
houses in the immediate vicinity; but the
light rain and the vigilance of the fremen pre-
vented serious mischief.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

a New PHASE OF THE CUBAN SCHEME
There have been from time to time obscure
hints that, Notwithstanding the strong deter
mination of Spain not to sell Cuba, the movers
in the Cuban scheme at Washington had found
means for obtaining the island. According
to paragraph in the Washington States, the
project seems to be that citizens of the United
States shall buy up the claims against Spain
held in Europe, which may be had at from %
to 90 per cent, and that our government shall
then demand their full payment, and seize Gu
ba in case of refusal. Those interested in this
project including, it is said, senators and rep
resentatives at Washington, expect to make
handsome speculation, as they will rely upon
our government to purchase or pay the Span
ish bonds at par after Cuba is taken.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

ARREST OF BANK CAsHIER.-Samuel F.
Jones, Jr., the absconding cashier of the Col
chester, Conn., Bank, who has escaped justice
more than year, was arrested at the Metro
politan Hotel, New York, on Monday evening.
He resisted the officers, but was overcome by
numbers, handcuffed, and yesterday sent to
Connecticut. 1t Will be remembered that Jones
ruined the bank by abstracting about $4,000
He was traced out by police officer who saw
his JONES' wife in the street, knew her, and
followed her to the hotel.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

BRooKFGELD.-The members of the first
Unitarian Society and church in Brookfeld
Monday, filling his house to overlooking, and
his heart with JOY. We do not hear the exact
effect upon his pocket. The old town of
Brookfield bids fair to take new start in bu-
siness enterprises the coming season. Twelve
or fifteen new tenements are to be erected.
The demand for them is far in advance of the
supply. The business prospects Of the town
were never better
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

The REPUBLICAN NOMINATIONS IN RHODE
ISLAND, made yesterday, will be found among
our Geographic dispatches. We rejoice in the
nomination of Hon. Thomas Davis for Con-
gress in the Eastern District, and feel pretty
sure of his election. His honesty, no less
than his ability, has been already evinced on
the floor of Congress. He is man of decided
talent, selfmade, and with pluck enough to
face every duty.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

New HAMPSHIRE PoLITICs-The annual
State Election will take place on the second
Tuesday of March. 1t promises to be very
spirited one; and the Republicans, on account
of internal discussions, may expect their ma
jority to be somewhat reduced. Their candi-
date for Governor is Ichabod Goodwin, of
Portsmouth; the Democratic candidate is
Asa P. Cate, of Mortified The Republican
candidates for Congress are Gilman Marston,
Mason W. Tappan and Thos. NJ Edwards.
1t is claimed that of these the election of Mr..
Marston only is in doubt
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

Court OF COMMON PLEAs-CIvIL TERN
Chief Justice Melyen preSiding-The cases on
the Southern List will probably all be disposed
OF to-day, and trials of cases on the Western
List, according to previous notice, will be COM
menced Friday morning, the 18th inst Any
case, however, on the Western List in which
both parties are ready, may be taken up to-
morrow.
The cases on the Western List are as fol-
lows No. 205, 22O, $685. 625, $685. 1853, 773,
8O8, S18, 927, 1898, $780, 1886. 1919, 1858,
1856, 1916, 1877, 1880, 1881, 1897, 14l4, 1894
1879, 1880, 1864, IVA
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ITEMS.


j. B. Ham, ESQ.,, of Lewiston Falls, Me-,
slaughtered a COW few days since, in whose
upper stomach were found ten or twelve shin
gle nails, several lathe nails, piece of board
NAIL four or five pins, tin button, two Or three
small buttons, a quantity of gravel stones of
considerable size, and two small pieces of gold
which appeared to have been parts of bosom
pin
The mines of California continue as fruit
full as ever. AT the North Fork of the Tou-
lomne one company took out 1000 worth of
gold in two days. AT Timbucto, Yuba, a Mr..
Mullin washed out of his sluices 81 800 in one
week, and the Babb Company $4,000. The
reports from all parts of the State are of sim
liar character.
The 18th of April being the fortieth ami
versary of the establishment of Odd Fellow
ship in this country, the Grand Lodge of the
United States has recommended convention
of the order in New York on that day, by
lodges and recommended that those lodges
that cannot attend, observe the day in places
where they are located.
A New York letter writer learns from COM
petent source in the dry goods trade that the
receipts of the Spring fabrics are not only large,
but that there is every probability they will be
nearly, if not quite, three times as large as
they were in the Spring of 1858.
bright boy of nine years, was delivered
In Lanesboro few days since, for the purpose
of attending school, having been forwarded by
Adams's express from Houston, Texas. The
freight" had been four weeks on the road.
The smoothness of the ice between Albany
and Newburg on the Hudson river, has brought
out several iae-boats, which get along at the
rate OF nearl thirty miles an hour. One re-
Gently ran owe . 4i''ie'''oy and killed him
There is a Il Cge emigration from Salt Lake
into the southern sections of California. The
local papers state that the towns are crowded
with Mormons or fngitives from Utah
Louis Napoleon is now said to possess a ma
Wy, that in effective strength, is not inferior to
that of England, whose boast it has always
been to maintain the sovereignty of the seas.
There is young lady, who says that if
cart-wheel has nine fellows, it is pity wo-
man can't have one. Sensible girl, that-so
we think.
Robert Comperry, at one time the weathiest
merchant in Nashville, Tenn, died in Mem
phis last week, in the lookup, from intemper-
ance.
A letter from Jerusalem, announces that the
cupola of the holy sepulchre is falling to ruins.
A subscription has been opened to repair it.
a New York letter says there are on deposit
in the Savings Banks of that city nearly thir-
ty-seven million dollars
Sets of Russian sable furs have been sold in
New York this winter for $4,000 and $3.50.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

A REMARKABLE SUICIDE occurred at
Poughkeepsie, n Y, on Saturday. John f.
King, newspaper writer and correspondent,
ended his existence by taking prussic acid. He
left letter addressed "To the Press and the
Public" which closes with the following Ian
guage:
81 leave this world fearing none worse, hop
ing for better, but continue to follow my des-
tiny where it leads-my only prayer being
that 1t man not reconSinn me to eGrthN
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

LIQUID AMANDINE, for the positive prevention and
of Chapped Hands, Roughuess of the Skim &C 1t is uni
versal in its cleanliness and convenience free from SOIL
oily substance, ana unpleasant odor. Ordinarily of
three applications perfect cure rendern the skin soft
and vevety in feeling and appearance. There
satisfactory preparation offered the public than
the truhfulness 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, 1859-02-16

DRY GooDs.-0ur lady readers will please notice
the elegant display of silks in the windows of Messrs
jenkins, Hamilton, Co., opposite the Post Office
This firm successors to the well known and long es-
tablished firm of b. L. Harden & Co., well sustain
the reputation of their predecessors and intend to
afford their customers good bargains as can
be obtained in the city, in their line. For particulars
see their advertisement in another column
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16
Tingley, Secretary

DWELLING HOUSES BURNED-The house
of Sanford Lawton, at Longmeadow, was to-
tally destroyed by fire on Saturday night
Loss, $500; insurance $500. The dwelling
of Solomon Cooke, in Darlington, R. l., was
burnt on Saturday night. Part of the furni-
ture was saved.
The grocery store of Z. X. Wilburn, at
Mansfield, was damaged to the amount Of
$500 on Monday evening.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

A FAIR OFF-SET.-In the Legislature of
Maine, a few days since, Democratic men,
Der offered series of resolutions in favor of
the acquisition of Cuba. Another member
offered an amendment, to the eject that thirty
million dollars additional be appropriated by
the General Government to acquire all the
British possessions in North America. The
result was, the resolutions were tabled.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

mission OF oregon, IN full, may be mad at TINS
office.
DEATH OF THE Cow WITH THE CRUMPLED
HoRN.-The last case tried at the late criminal
term of the Court of Common Pleas developed
some curious facts worthy of notice. Albert
Hemmenway, of Hubbardston, lost cow by
death in May last. He was also on very un-
friendly terms with Joseph S. Falls and his
wife, Lucy d. Falls, also of Hubbardston, and
among the most respectable citizens of the
town. He charged them with poisoning his
COW, and hence this suit 1t appears, from a
sketch of the testimony in the Palladium, that
the cow was taken sick about the middle of
May. Hemmenway, being a DR." admins
tered, on successive days, a halfpint of soft
soap, mixed with milk, ten or fifteen pills of
the size of goose eggs, made of lard and worm
wood, old cider, ginger, and other ingredients,
two quarts of thoroughwort one pint of alec.
hol, dose of tar and lard, and-more pills I!
In spite of all his afectionate care, the COW
pinned away and died Hemmenway suspected
she had been poisoned, and caused post NOR
tenn examination to be held on the poor crea-
ture. In the folds of her stomach were found
tack and zinc nails, carpet tacks, pieces of
glass and lead, potash, and dried putty, as if
she had been fed upon window sashes not long
previous to her demise. Several weeks after
the event. Prof. Bushee received box of the
contents OF the cows stomach and solicited to
find the traces of potash He found quanti-
ty of corrosive sublimate in its granular form,
just as it came from the shop, but without any
signs of its having ever been in contact with
the fluids of the living stomach. Many other
facts of similar nature were developed, but
we charitably refrain from publishing them.
The District Attorney abandoned the prosecu-
ton without argument, and the defendants
were properly discharged.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

~ Our readers will notice the announce
ment Of the concert for the 22d inst, by the
Mozart Society. The last performance of this
popular association was great triumph, in
every point of view and now we are assured
that still richer entertainment is in prepare
ton, which, we doubt not, will call out larger
attendance than the former.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

DISCOVERY OF A Pass IN THE Rocky Noun
TAINs.-Intelligence has reached the city that
Capt. Pallser, who is at the head of a survey
ing party sent out by the British government,
has discovered pass in the Rocky Mountains,
about the 5lst degree of latitude. 1t lies be-
tween the head of the Kokinkski River, fork
of the Southern branch of Saskatchewan, and
Bow Rver.-Montreal Herald, ah
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

20 The affecting story which we published
on the I'd inst, entitled "Crime its own Aven-
ger" purporting to have been an interview, by
missionary in Ceylon, with Harlow Case and
woman who eloped with him from Ohio, is
ascertained to have been sheer fabrication
A young lady furnished it to the Boston Re-
corder as matter of fact. 1t is supposed to
be wrong to tell lies in religious Journal
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

10 Scion Robinson's late address before the
Connecticut Agricultural Society was not very
palatable to many Of the farmers of that State.
Those disappointed hit him right and left, and
Scion felt sorely dealt with But his acerated
feelings bave been greatly healed by the pre-.
sentation of silver goblet "from the other
side of the house" Scion now strokes his
long beard with evident satisfaction.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

ARREST OF MAIL RoBBER.-On Saturday
last, Mr.. Holbrook, the famous detective, ar
rested George Bartholomew of Springfield, an
express messenger between Springfield and
Albany, at the latter city, charged with rob-
bling the mails. Bartholomew had carried on
systematic depredations for some time past,
and Holbrook had been in pursuit of him for
six weeks before he succeeded in making an
arrest. He has done very large business,
several hundred letters from Hartford having,
it is said, been taken among others. Bartholo-
NEW is brother of the deceased sculptor of
that name, and is young man who has up to
this time borne an irreproachable character.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

Mr. LEGG, DYER AND CLEANSER, continues the business
OF Cleansing, Rejoicing and Repairing Mems Apparel
and also cleanses Ladies' Shawls, Riding Dresses &C.
He has increased his help and facilities steady
Increase in his business. Office No. Pleasant street
Redyeing executed from three to ten days notices
and cleansing shorter necessity or con
Yenience of customers requires it,
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

rzB- The eve of Washington's birthday is to be
appropriately celebrated by union ball of the fire.
men and military, at Mechanics Hall. AS there is
no other such hall in New England for balls, with
its galleries to look down upon the numerous cot-
Ions, its spacious floor for all who join in the dance
and its adjoining rooms for supper and last, though
not least, the exceeding low price of the tickets we
expect the best time that has been in Worcester
All the military and fremen who have not received
an invitation, personally, will please except this as
nm invitation to attend. Per order of committee
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

tice Of the interesting and important sugges-
tons of the report Yet we trust they will re-
ceive the consideration which their importance
demands
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

SPRINGFIELD PosT-OFFIcE.-There is an
earnest attempt to Gust Mr.. Chaplin, and to
give the appointment to Mr.. II. Q. Sanderson.
Tne Democrats charge Mr.. thapry
ing to elect the city Temperance and Republi-
can ticket, and have sent to Washington pc
tition, eleven feet in length, for his removal
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

POPULAR EATING HousE.-The public fully under
stand the merits of Spurs Eating House. af Main
and Foster Streets for his patrons legion His estab
shmeut not only of the best in the city but is
celle by Whoever wishes choice and substan-
tal eatable neatly served up and reasonable prices
should not fail to call upon Spur.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

nY- Wolfstenbergers Great Exhibition of Panor-
annie Paintings, at Mechanics Hail. may be classed
among the finest works of art ever produced. The
spectacle of the Ascent of Mount Blauc is beautiful
In the extreme. This exhibition is well worthy the
patronage Of our citizens, and should by no means
be classed with the ordinary panoramas of the day
This work Of art will be unrolled this afternoon Of
o'clock and in the evening at n. The children Of
the public schools will be admitted TO the afternoon
exhibitions for ten cents each. AS this exhibition
will remain in Worcester this week only, we hope
our citizens will give it the patronage deserves
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

NoTIoE TO SLAvEHoLpERs.-A bill passed
the Michigan House Of Representatives on the
9th inst, amending section rs of chapter 1853 of
the Revised Statutes, so as TO punish any per-
son bringing a colored person into the State,
claiming him as slave, by imprisonment not
exceeding ten years, or by fine not exceeding
$1,000.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

IMPROVED News ARRANGEMENTS AT CAPE
RACE.-In view of the uncertainty attending
the operations of the Atlantic Telegraph Com
pany, the Associated Press have adopted eff
cient measures and a permanent news establish
ment at Cape Race, N. F., and there is good
reason to expect that from and after the first of
May very large majority of all the European
steamers will be boarded by the News Collect
or of the Associated Press off that point. We
can hardly fail to obtain the news from Europe
in from five to seven days, and very regularly
after next May.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

OUR MINISTER'S AT LONDON AND PARIS.
The Washington States of Saturday, says -
eve have reliable information that it was de-
termined at recent Cabinet meeting, not to
recall Messrs. Dallas and Mason from their re-
spectve missions"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

COMPOUND GLYCERINE LOTION is the most effectual
remedy in use, for Chapped Hands and Sunbun also to
after Shaving to aay the inflammation irritation
&C. As cosmetic for sofenng and identifying the skin
removing pmpes, tan freckles sore lips &c. it is supe
rior to all other preparations in use,
CHARLES CLARKE,
Corner Main and Pleasant streets Worcester
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

AN EXTRA SESSION OF CONGRESS is now
decided upon. The President informed one of
his friends on Monday, that he should call a
session about the first of August.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

~ Fiske's Cornet Band announce that their first
annual ball will be given at Mechanics Hall, on
Friday evening, March 4th. We trust they may live
long enough to give great many of them.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

W YEARS TEST has established the reputation
an NIFTY of CLAFLIN's Pictures. The faithfulness
a Der of his productions the grand secret of
n Go to Clahns 1888 Main street. over Citi-
lens Bank diIn Mia
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

Of this Immense nunabA oeen killed, or eoen Sc
riousLy injured. Nor has there been man or
BEAST killed, on the track by his train, during
this time. On only one occasion has Mr. Taft's
train been off the track, and then it caused a
detention of only twenty mInures.
In view of the frequent stoppages at stations
on this Road, the very large amount of local
travel, and the constant changing of passengers,
the above facts are really remarkable. Mr..
Taft is no less courteous than efficient and
CAREFUL and, of course, is a great favorite with
all those who travel over the Providence and
Worcester Railroad. To his great merits as a
Conductor, he adds the sterling qualities of a
MAN.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

CLAFLIN is making splendid Photographs, from small
Daguerreotypes enlarged. lSS Main street
fI2 dim
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

Electric Oil."-The operation of this Oil in remov-
ing rheumatic pains and other ills is indeed astonishing
Like every good article has base counterfeit entirely
useless but the preparation Of Prof De GFah Pha-
delpha, has received testimonials from Congressmen
Mayors OF Cities, Merchants Hotel Propretos ali of the
highest character atestng its beneficial effects in cases
under their observation be had of the agents
here, see advertisement in another column
FOR sale by GEORGE Il. SPURR, 20l Main street,
fl dsw31y
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

Doyou want good dish of oysters nice cup of tea or
Coffee or piece of the best pie made in the city then
call at Gates New Excelsior Saloon for ladies and gentle
men, ll9 Main street, Worcester, Mass. deow IS
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

10 The Rhode Islanders are to hold a
State Temperance Convention at Providence
on the 22d inst.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

bzS Single copies of the DAILY WEEKLY SPY wrap
ped otherwise may always be found at our Publication
Office, Printers Exchange, Foster street
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

b. D. MARKHAM having received Iicence from the city
government has opened PAwN-BRoKING ESTABLISH
MENT, 226 Main street
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

A Coon AND FORTUNATE CONDUCTOR
We are cognizant of some facts in regard to
Mr.. JOHN E. TAFT, of the Providence and
Worcester Railroad, which we think are worthy
of publicity. He has been Conductor on the
Road ever since its completion in 1847, with
the exception of brief period when he was
Master of Transportion at Providence. Dur
ing the twelve years in which he has run the
train, he has travelled 100000 miles. Within
this period, no less than 100000 passengers
have entered and left the cars under Mr.. Taft's
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

rsSr' DR.. A. Paige delivers a lecture at washburn
Hall, this evening, preliminary to the organization
of second class for instruction In the use of cleo
trlcty in the examination and use of diseases See
special notice
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

10 Mrs. Dalls lecture, last evening, at No
Mechanics Hall, was very able and elo-
quent vindication of the "Claims of Woman to
Education" Her next lecture will be given at
the same place, on Monday evening next.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-16

Cod Liver OH PaIatabIe ,JelIy.-Tbe re-
cent Improvement made by b. Queru in the preparation
OF pleasant jelly containing eighty per cent of the
best OIL and approved by the New York Academy of Med
cine adapts this valuable remedy the most delicate
stomach II is retained, digested and assmilated like
any food PENFoLD, PARKER, d MOWER, No. 4 Fletcher
street New York, are the General Agents for Querus
Sold by NJ. b. GREEN & CO.. Wholesale Agents, and
all DruBelsts' daw2w ~