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Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03
a Well Of Iced Water.

correspondent Of the Boston Transcript
for whose accuracy that journal vouches re-
lates the following:
The latter part Of last November. Mr. An
drew Twombly. Of Brandon, VT, commen-
ced to dig . well near his house, situated
about mile from the center Of the village
Of Brandon, on a tolerable level plain Hav-
ing excavated to the depth Of fifteen feet
through sand and gravel, the workman
came to ground frozen solid, through which
they continued to excavate the further
distance of fifteen or sixteen feet before get.
ting through the frozen ground.
At the depth Of forty feet, sufficient wa
ter having been obtained, the we'll was
stoned in the usual manner. The character
of the ground was the same throughout the
whole distance, viz. coarse gravel and sand
the frozen portion interpreted with
Jumps Of clear ice. At the time the we'll
was dug, the surface Of the ground was not
frozen. Ever since the we'll was dug, up to
the present time, ice forms in the we'll and
incrusts the stone 1T from fifteen to thirty
feet from the surface, and the surface of the
water, which is thirty, five feet below the
surface of the ground. freezes over every
night. On several occasions. when the buck
ct has been left in the well under the water
over night, it has been found necessary to
descend the we'll, and with Ratchet, cut the
ice in order to extricate it.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03
Spoiled his Fun.


IRON the beardstovn (.N Democrstl
A Mr.. Close, living in the vicinity
Of Crane Greek, Mason County, Ill.,.
came to the conclusion that he wouli
leave his family, which consists of q
wife, in the last stages of consumption.
with six children, and try his fortune
with young girl, scarcely sixteen, Of
disrcputable character, who had been
living with the family. They repaired
to Bath, being the nearest point, to
take boat Gown the river. While
there in waiting, their intention had
become known, when the boys Of Bath
came to the conclusion to take the
case in hand, and arrested Mr.. Close.
After full investigation ofthe matter.
he was sentenced to ride the wooden
horse, and receive = cold bath, beside.
other summary infections, much a.
gainst his will, and to pay = finc Of for
ty dollars, being the amount of loose
cash found on his person, which was to
DO paid to the gyl to bear her exper.
ses home to heFfliends in Kentuckv
with strict orders to, leave town imme.
diately. A committe Was then .puo;n.
ted to carry OF thenpvocsedinee.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

their eyes fixed on the Peak, which
will leave them msch out Of pocket
and many ,niles from home. We BE-
lieve that Il 10 hnmbug; aud that SO
much Of it As has not already explod-
ed will soon explode, and leave several
thousand Of the worst sold people that
ever ventured out on an uncertainty.
We hope it may prove otherwise, but
we cannot with the present indications
before us believe that il will,
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03
Presidential Candidate

Already have the people of the
United States, and the organs Of the
different parties, commenced talking
and specializing upon the chances and
qualifications of the different demo-
cratic Statesmen for the Presidential
Candidacy. In thisrespcct much curiosi
ty is being manifested on all sides. In
regard to the man who is to be put
into the field for the support of the
Democracy Of the Union, there can
be but one opinion, and that is full,
expressed in a late number of the New
York Nems. 1t suits us precisely
"For ourselves, we are free to say, that
he must be none Of your milk and water
politicians-not Of that order Of the politi-
cal animal whose species are andehned, ard
whose qualities are not Of the positive char
acter. He must not only have opinions,
but he must express them. He must not
only be beyond reproach in private life, but
sentiments must be fully up to the progress
OF the times, and appreciation OF the COM
ing destiny of the country. He must have
nerve and brains. and not be afraid to take
responsibility in any possible emergency,
whether in domestic or foreign affairs.
With such q man We shall have an easy
triumph. The masses will follow cheeriuly
the standard Of such a leader, and the dis
cOrdant elements of the party will forget
past dissensions in united and determined
effort for the general welfare"
In the selection OF such man, the
Neps adds, that sectional considera-
tions should be laid aside-that no
North, South, East or West, should be
taken into consideration the location
from which he halls being altogether a
secondary consideration. This, is the
true policy, and the one that should be
adopted by the leading Democracy o.
the Union. in Convention assembled
1t is the true spirit, and should per
wade the entire Democratic party.
There is great battle to be be
fought, and in order that in NAV be
successful. all feelings Of a sectional
or personal character must be quieted
and the entire party take position or
. platform broad enough for all.
The Necs winds up by saying
'shall We have such candidate Will
the men who are to compose the Con
vention lay aside pessonal partialtie
and give us such a one /! Will the,
remember that in the present posi-.
ton of public sentiment the cour
ageous man will be the available man
That valor has become the better par
Of discretion. and that no one can lea,
the Democratic army to success exccp
him whose name will command tn
enthusiasm, the confidence, and tn
abiding faith and respect Of the PEG
ple."
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03
From the Cincinnati 0azstte.I
Death CT the Kentucky Giant.

James ID. Porter, we'll know as the
"Kentuky Giant" though born at
Portsmouth, Ohio, was found dead in
his bed at his residence near Louis
vile, on Monday morning. He was
40 years Of age, seven feet nine inches
in height, and when in good health
weighed three hundred pounds. The
Democrat says that for the first
fourteen years of his life, he was small
for his age. At seventeen he was ap-
prenticed at cooperipg, and his remark
able growth commenced. 1t is stated
that the most he ever grew in one
week was one inch. 1t was his habit,
while growing, to measure every Sat
urday night, aud his own testimony
and that Of his family and friends are
evidence of this remarkable fact.
Mr.. Porter soon got so tall that it was
impossible to cooper barrels, and he
was employed on hogsheads, This,
however, became equally impossible,
owing to his remarkable height, and
he was compelled to abandon the bust
ness. He then engaged in keeping
and driving hacks. In the years 1886
and 1887 he went East, and appeared
on the stage, in one or two pieces
written especially for him. He re-
turned to Louisville, and IN a few
years later bought the coffee house
which he was keeping at the time Of
his death.
lie was very highly esteemed by all
who knew him, for his integrity. In
his domestic relationship was never
marricd-he was all q parent could
desire.
At the time Charles Dickens came
to this country, there was a perfect
furror to see Boz" As he passed
through the canal at Louisville, he sent
a messenger to Mr. Porter, of whose
remarkable proportions he had heard
intmating wish to see him. Mr.
Porter replied to the messenger that
if "Mr. Dickens wishes to see me more
than wish to see him, he will come
to me-" Mr.. Dickens took the hint
and during the conversation, Porte,
told the novels: that while he was
growing his mother had to sew foo,
on his pantaloons every night.
Mr.. Porter's coffin Is nine feet one
inch in length, and two feet across the
breast.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

DEATH or A Cry CoUScIL.-The
Jasper Free Press says that the Coun'
Gil Of the Incorporated Town Of New
ton held its Iast meeting on Monday
evening. The closing moments of it,
existence were among its best, and
we're characterized by numerous
worthy events. The officers and mem
berA with becoming liberality, in their
dying moments bequeathed their sala-
ries for the entire year to the town.
There seemed TO be a general i'm
preston that" the places which know
them now them Low will soon know
them no more forever. After a general
expression Of sentiment among the
members in favor Of the Town organi-
zation, the Concil adjourned sine die
singing the favoritc song:
I'VE have often met in Cornell,
And VIC hope - meet sgan."
And thus the City Council was num-
bered among the things that were.-
SIC transit gloria naundi. Let their
cpitaph be written
"well done good and faithful City Dads"
ANOTHER EDITOR GoNE.--The senior
editor Of the Jasper Free Press Is
successfully launched upon the sea OF
matrimony with Miss Sarah Bell Evans.
Success to Won, brother Campbell. No
more excuses of lack of editorial
matter on account of the absence Of
our senior" if you please.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

As We expected, news Of . reliable
character is daily arriving to the effect
that the great hue and cry that has
been raised about the Pixies Peak and
Cherry Valley gold mines is nothing
moro nor less than = grand Wholesale
humbug-and most unfortunate one
too, We fear. The rush to that section
has, for three months past, been UMPIRE
cedented in the annals Of m,gration.-
From the nethermost point Of the "way
down east" region; from every Attain
TIC atate even to the everglades OF Flor
ida' and from throughout the entire
length and breadth Of the Union have
people been ftantically rushing to the
gold mines Of the Cherry Valley. MANY
have left good homes and good paying
hasiness; fasns and shops have been
1aaeseed; goeds aqd chsttels have been
$4,000 tee saady eash with which Il
- ~ hnpaay, and for what
xsnk xosAine asycs eau
SAndshats II Il IL amour,
i1egable a1konnt Of prop
- k1ndA smuch to the
-~A>l> - L.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

the neat, Almost their only food Il
insects, moths, millers, and caterpillar
Every tiny asst shout the eardea il
the sepulcbsr Of myriads Of these enc
mics Of our fruits and vegetables.
If We can convince ourselves, thai
the birds are & best friends of oul
crops. we shall ease TO kill them, o,
suffer them TO be killed. The birc
hunter will he regarded as the enemy
Of the hu.bandmap, and will stand il
peril of a warm jacket, when he prowll
around our premises, dispensing leas
| and salt petre. The birds soon learr
to prize their friends, and will com.
| and build their nests where they ar.
not disturbed. Let us invite onr farm'
and gardens, and assure them Of onl
protection.
| .sNo hchcsiboy rude, to mischief prone.
Fer elbows his ruddy face;
Or twangs his bow o. huris q stone,
In this sequestered place.
Either the vocs, thrush repairs,
Secure the linnet sings,
The godnnch breads no 1imsy sasPeo,
To clog her painted wings +"
The fruit and ornamental trees, that
We need for the shelter Of our dwell
ings and to give us fruit, will afford Z
delightful refuge for the birds. "The
fir trees are their home" and all other
that make q thick shade. Plant trees
then in front of your house, and along
the road side as far as your farm ex-
tends. Enlar your fruit yard, if you
have only enc Ugh trees for the supply
of your own family, you want some to
give your neighbors, and full supply
for the birds. Do not be stingy in
this provision. The laborer is worthy OF
his hire. Remember that every family
of birds you can induce to locate upon
your trees, rlds you Of enemies, and
increases your wealth. Land is still
cheap upon the farm, and trees are
cheap. Plant more trees, and with
your other crops, raise your own mu-
sic. Encourage the boys to build bird
boxes, and put them upon the build
ings and fences. This will amuse
them quite as much as robb,ng birds
nests, and will foster within them much
better sentiments.
We once visited large rural viii
lage in New England, where they had
fashion of rearing large bird house
on the top Of long pole in the gar
den. This pole was a conspicuous OBJ
ject on almost every street. We need
not say that they had vigorous hor-
ticultural society there, and that the
place was famous for its apples, pears,
and plums its cherries, strawberries,
currants, and other small fruits. The
birds took care of their insects, and
they will take care of yours if you
will give them q chance.
In one of the States we have an ex-
cellent law, laying heavy fine upon
the sportsman that kills a bird off of
his own premises, SO that every pro-
prietor is enabled to protect his own
grounds against bird destroyers. Such
legislation is demanded in all the older
States and it only requires little exer-
ton on the part Of our intelligent far
mers to secure it.-1merican Agricul-
turist.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

NEGRO SHREwDNEss.-A gentleman sent
his black servant to purchase a fresh fish.
He want to a stall. and taking up fish be-
gan to smell it. The fishnonger observing
him, and fearing the bystanders might catch
the scent, exclaimed:
"Hallo. you black rascal, what do you
smell my fish fort"
me no smell you fish, massa."
What are you doing, then, sir"
"Why, me talk to him, massa."
"And what did you say to the fish, oh p
"Why, me ask him what news at Sea ;
dat's all, massa."
"And what does he say to yeui"
"He Gays he don't know; he no been
dar desc tree weeks"
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03
An lntePchauge Of Notes.

The following notes are said to have pas
sed between Gov. Giles and Patrick Henry
of Virginia
'SIR: understand that you called me a
'bobtail' politician. wish to know if il be
true, and if true, your meaning.
WIN. B. GILES"
"SlR: do not recollect having called
you bobtail politician at any time, but
think probable l have. Not reccollecting
the time or the OCCASION, can't say what
did mean but if you will tell me what
think meant, will say whether you are
correct or not.
Very respectfully. PATRICK HENRY"
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

DErARruRE OF THE WANDERER-This f..
nous vessel, whose name has spread - far
and wide a. that Of the old Constitution,
having been thoroughly cleansed, fumiga-
ted and painted, set sail yesterday upon a
bona tide pleasure excursion, and in search
of market The party on board consists
of Mr.. Lamar, her owner, and few friends
and they proceeded directly 70 Havana,
where she will be offered for SALE If it
should be found impracticable to obtain the
figure at which she is held at that port. she
will tack about and set sail for New York
The voyagers have our best wishes for a
pleasant trip and safe return to their home
Savannah Republican, 22d uik
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03


Iron the New Yort Evening rost, s7lA.l
A despatch in the morning papers,
dated At Baltimore, says that Mr.. Gar
ret, of the Baltimore and Ohio. and
Mr.. Thompson, Of the Pennsylvauis
Central, have agreed upon . GER
deduction in passenger fare, bet
New York and the entire West Z 4
bout $500. It's to be sustsined =
the two Southern roads, without divii.
slon among the westernconnectiopsr
II this be true, it Is evidently high
time stockholders were looking abole for
some remedy to prevent their propefly
from being fritterd away BY . policy 70
suicidal. It is certainly not surprising
that the public throw their shares on
the market ct whatever price they may
bring. .,..-
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03
Heavey Snow s-orm ..


From the New York Hsarld, 26th
A gentleman who came passenger in the
Cincinnati express train on the New York
and Erie Railroad from Elmira, on Sstur-
day night, reported that the train wa
three hours behind it, time at that place in
consequence Of heavy snow storm which
drifted on the obstructed the track. In
some places along the route the snow VA
two feet deep.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03
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Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

THE SKULL OF BEN JoHxsoN.-An English
paper states that at the late re-interment Of
the remains of DR.. Hunter, in Westminster
Abbey. the ekull Of Ben johnson, to which
small amount of red hair is still attached.
was handed round for the inspection Of the
company.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

WEAsass % LATe eurusoR-,A Ie1e&
ffoa the Ira MsGntaln, fnEo frp:.;s.
dsted ApsA m ssys. the ~ l. eur -,
desp on SlevSl, and the thsmtmetsr 10 de-
below ssr6,
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

@ The city government of New Or
leans has lately passed an ordinance provi
ding for the sale of right Of way for TWEEN
ty years, to establish street railroads il that
city. The contract to be awarded to the
highest bidder.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03
SPECIAL NOTICES.

f1DB Ma ~. the renowned dlcooversr o. shee
iuvs,sahae snn1y. Or. nanA's Aeos Bslssm. 49,
au>Alupee 20 labor in behals Of shs afAicied. He
reaDciaes ere nj efsslly adm TED ~ the American
press 20 b iar superior 70 and al others ever
Uncovered for the treatment Of chs, Fever and sgue,
e,d al in. evmit,ents There Be doubt, II ve
can place Conscience In the testimonials
vA,eh ne Doctor has IN his possesston that the
ereatsst discovery made In the science Of medi.
cine The attention OF readers Is called to the
advertisement Of this RalsAm found IL another col
MN u this paper, and We would recommend all suf-
fsring iron this disease, viz chils fever and ague
70 avail themss yes Of q trisl Of this remedy.
90 By eli Sod druggists.
WOODS HAZE R.sTORA nvB.-Amons al prep
arstions for the hair that have been introduced a.
iefsiiiris. none has ever given the satisfaction or
gained the popularity thai Prof. Woods Hair Rssto.
rative aoW has. His Restorative has passed the
ordeal OF innumersbls fashionable toilets, and the
ladies, wherever they have tested H. promo unce Il
p srisss article. They and, where the hair is thin
ned, that II crestss freeh growth-thss II fully
restores the vegetAtive power OF the roots on the
denuded places, and causes the brss 70 shoot forth
anew-that II desolvss and removes dsndruG. pre-
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when grsyners has actually superveaed gives rich
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the hair, and keeps It always uxuriant, healthy and
In full v!gor.-N. Y. TrEmne.
Sold BY all respectable druggists.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

.M.ALT WINE.
MCkNIGHT'N MALT VINE,

THE subscriber off.rs for comparison = It'll any
L Kind Of Imported Ale, his MAT WINE.
His contid nee ia the superiority OF this supert
rivsledreputatonit has already attained In the Mid
die and KAstrn States.
It's production Is The result, Of 40 years. practical
experience combined with the facilities srd6d BY
one OF the largest Breweries IN tho United State.
containing oil the latest improvements, adopted ~.
ter recent personal inspection Of the British Brew.
erics, with the expreps view Of introdvciog
STANDARD Americas Malt Liquor.
II IS pure dietlc b verage-a stomachic Yestora
tive and tasic-bottled expressly f,r table use for
hotels and for invalid UNAFFECTED BY climate, and
s)ld at price below eventhe imitation foreign ale.
For Analysis, Recommendations and IL, Their par
ticulsrs, address
JOHN MCKNIGHT. Brewer,
apr26-f 3ms Albany, N. r.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

Moss--For every fraction over forty an addition =
sl delegate has ben allowed.
Particular attention Is called to the ction Of the
Dsmocratio State Conventions for past years
prohibiting all Represent alton by proxy votes.
The several County Central Committees are espe-
cisliy requested 10 that county meetings be held
for the purpose OF sending delegates.
JAS. A. WILLIAMSON,
can State Dem Er, Com.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1859-05-03

CHICAGO.
FROM
G. n. sCRIVEN's
GENERAL ADVERTISING AGENCY,
Ne. s.. DEARBORN ST., CHICAGO.
GRAND TRUNK RAILROAD
lAR 4. n n N

GRAND TRUNK RAILROAD
OF CANADA.
GA DELIGHTFUL AND ROMANTIC ROUTE II
from THE WEST TO
Boston, New York and tho Eastern states,
Via the Mchsgsw Central, Great Wsstss,s, Ogdens-
bvrgh and Vermont Central and
Grand Trunk RailrsaA Of Canada.
Passengers By this route have opportunity Of
visiting some Of the grand est and most wonderful
scenery in the world, including 16r0nt0, Nte0ard
Falls, SuspensiOn Bridge, the IhO1ss0nd LsIdnds,
Rapids Of the 81 laurence, Qvebnc, Montreal,
White Aountains, the Tubular Bridge, tnedrly
miles in length, Lake CAampiain. Falis Of Mont
nsorendi, Hudson Rivey, &c. etc.
On and after May !, 1858, baggage will checked
through from Chicago.
TO EMIGRA
Passages may be secured at the once ofthe coppa.
ny In Chicago by sailing vessels from London Liver.
pool, Plymouth, Glasgow, Bristol, Hull, Aberdeen,
and Montrcse An agent Of the GRAND TRUNK
RAILROAD experimenting the removal u emit.
grants and baggage at Quebec free Of charge.
Fare from $50 to &S5 to Chicago, Including cooked
provtsions.
The Mammoth Steamship
l.. VIA r. HI AN,
OF a., 500 Tons, AND 100 FEET LONG
Is under contract to this compsny for or more
trips &c Portland this year. Tourists return tickets
from Chicago to the chief towns In Europe will short
ly be issued. Tickets from Chicago for Ill points
Dsst, Also for the Leviathan for the r. o. 3. ..
Co.'S ships be obtained u tho once OF the Grand
Trunk Railroad, Na 80 Dearborn street; Chicaso.
DxHAN0g ON BUROPR-0ight Drafts ON London
Ct shs once Of II. Srand Traai Railroad, in OH.
caso.
wARRACK,
Agent Of CIR. Trunk r %. Of Canada.