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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27
WAsuINGroN OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES New

WASHINGTON CoRREsPoNDENCE.-The New
York Heralds correspondent says
''Fhe House Postotice Committee met again
this morning, and had very important meet
ing upon the subject of the ocean mail service
After full discussion and many votes, the bill
offered by Mr.. Wood of Maine establishing a
line of steamers from various ports of the
United States, as follows was adopted by a
majority of the committee: That line of
mail steamships be, and the same is hereby,
established, under the control of the National
Steamship Company, for semi-weekly service
between the United States and Europe There
shall be two divisions of service-the first di-
vision shall be in alternate trips from the ports
of Portland, Boston, New York and Phiadel-
phia, to Liverpool, England. The second di-
vision shall be in alternate trips from Balti-
more, Norfolk, Charleston, Savannah and New
Orleans, to the port of Southampton in Eng
land. The department shall be fixed and de-
termined, by such schedule as the Postmaster
General may adopt to give one departure in
each week to and from the ports Of the South,
and one departure in each week to and from
the ports of the North and the steamers in
their voyages from and to New Orleans shall
touch at the ports of Havana, Cuba, Santan-
der in Spain, and Bordeaux in France"
From the Tribune's correspondence:
81 have excellent authority for saying that
Buchanan and the Cabinet are quite in earnest
in their movements towards the acquisition of
Cuba; that the tfiffy million measure is not a
feint to draw attention from embarrassing ques-
tons row pressing heavily upon the Admins
tration and the Democratic party; and that the
President sincerely believes that, if large
sum of money is placed at his disposal for this
object, he can negotiate successfully for that
island. In all this he may be mistaken: but
have good reasons for saying that he believes
he is not and that he has heretofore intended,
and does yet intend to make the acquisition of
Cuba the leading, the historic measure of his
Administration"
From the Times correspondent
"The resolution offered by Mr.. Sickles,
day or two since, asking information as to who
were the present owners of the French Spolia-
ton claims, &C., was evidently moved at the
suggestion of the President himself, who wants
the bill stranged in the House, to save him
from the necessity of a veto imperatively de-
manded by the South, or the perils to follow
refusal to veto.
As Mr.. Buchanan is fully committed to the
bill by half dozen of his own votes in its IA
vor, and some standard arguments in support
of the claims when he was in the Senate, he
is evidently in an awkward predicament if the
bill should pass the House. Mr.. Phillips OBJ
ectcd to Mr.. Sickless resolution, so that it can
not be got in except by two-thirds vote for
suspension of the rules"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

DEATH OF CONTEMPORARY OF BURNS
Another of the contemporaries of Burns has
been gathered to his fathers. James Mel died
recently at Hurlford, aged ninety years. He
had many "reminiscences Of the bard, which he
was accustomed to relate with great glee-
Amongst Others we may mention the follow
ing; They were ploughing together at a match
on the Souther's Farm here. Among the
prizes was one for the best kept harness.
Burns excited the mirth of the field by appear
ing with straw harness, and the judge award
ed him the prize for his ingenuity. Through
out the whole day Burns kept calling at the
boy who aided him, "Scud on scud on Davie
if we be warst, wen no be last."-Ardrossan
HernM
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

lower branch of Congress has really begun
good work 1t has stricken off the appropria-
tons for Ministers to Buenos Ayres, Persia,
Rome and Switzerland and the course could
be pursued with benefit toward many other
countries of minor importance. Consuls are
sufficient, in such localities, for all the purposes
of our Government, while their expense would
be much less than that of resident Ministers,
who often have little else to do than to live in
elegant leisure. Cut off these sinecures, and
many patriotic politicians, who are looking to
secure them, might become useful members of
society
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

SLAVES SOLD FROM MIssoURI.-The st.
Louis Democrat contains frequent mention OF
the sale of Missouri slaves and their departure
to more Southern attitudes. The last number
speaks of three separate lots taken off, and says
that many of the Mississippi boats, as well as
every boat from the Missouri, have more or
less, every trip, of that peculiar property"
which all admit is disappearing from the State
at a wonderfully rapid rate. The Democrat
thinks that even the most inveterate defenders
of the system must admit that "there is already
an act of emancipation in force
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

The following is said to be the correct pro-
nunclaton OF various geographical names in
the Southwest which are frequently mentioned
in the newspapers
Mohave-Mo-ha.vy.
Tejon-Tay hone.
Albuquerque-Albu-kerky
Tulare-Tula-ry.
San Joaquin-San-walk-in
Rio Grande-Reeo Grandy.
Del Norte-Del Nor-ty
Santa Fe-San-ta Fay
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

PoLITICAL.-In the Michigan House of Rep
resentatives, resolution endorsing the ad-
minstration of Mr.. Buchanan, received Just
one-haf the Democratic vote of that body, the
yeas comprising only ofice-holders and expect
ants. In the Senate no man could be found
bold enough to offer the resolution.
The Washington correspondent of the Phil
adelphia North American says that Mr. Blu
chanan has taken occasion very recently to
say, in the most positive manner, that he would
under no circumstances be candidate for
nomination at Charleston, and would not ac-
cept it if rendered to him. He was also can
did enough to admit that he saw no prospect
for nomination, even if he desired it.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

SINGULAR AccIDENT.--As the ten o'clock
down train on the N. L. & p. r. r., was round
ing curve about mile below the Rolling
Mill, on Monday morning the couplings of one
of the freight cars were suddenly broken, and
the car thrown entirely clear of the track, bot
tom upwards. The other freight cars and the
passenger car being behind thus found clear
and passed in perfect safety, but were soon
brought up without serious injury by the run
ming off of the heavy freight car, which by
this eccentric freak had been left ahead. The
passengers thus left, soon picked themselves
up, and piling on to and into the freight car
attached to the engine, made their way on
ward, thankful for SO miraculous an escape
Norwich Courier, jan 25
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27
New Bedford on Market.z10r ..

Spern-lhe market for sperm oil has manifested con-
sqeIaoe ACTIVITY the past week and prices have largely
auSaneeu Inc sales have been made manufactured
anu embrace 3V42 bbS We quote I01 bbls of the Azor
cargo a session ss at 81 81 and l65 Of 81 So q gal
81 IS gallon The market closes with further nonirv
bnt holders refuse to operate than 81 So AZ SALON
at which prices they firm y - " e'
a., Whae-lhere is considerable inquiry for whale and
e transactions since our last include sales of l60 bbs
IN parcels as follows 500 bb 5c $50 do at Sic 2O6 do
gal Also 40 bbls. dark at 4Sc. ~ ~. 0O4 u
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

The New ROUTE TO New YoRK.-The
Shore route" from Boston to New York, en-
counters difficulties at each end. The New
York and New Haven Railroad has tied its
hands by contract with the Hartford road not
to sell coupon tickets in connection with the
New London road, and James S. Brooks,
President pro tenn" of the Hartford company,
CURLY tells the New London people that he
sees no propriety in their addressing him on
the subject. Complaint also comes from the
Boston end that passengers can't get through
tickets until they reach Providence. -Norwich
Courier
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

The AMERICAN ALMANAC AND REPOSITORY OF
USEFUL KNOWLEDGE, for the year 1859. Boston
Crosby, Nichols, & Co.
We have received the thirtieth volume of this in
valuable compilation of statistics for the year 1869
II gives full lists of the executive, legislative. andju
dicial departments ofthe general government and Of
the several States, together with full and accurate
statement of the condition of the country with refer
encet It's commerce. Its manufactures its railroads
It's institutions, and It's Incidents constituting com
plete manual of facts, which interested in the
public welfare can well be without.
For sale by w. IL Sanford.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

20 A singular accident happened to horse
at Norwich, Ct, on Tuesday. His owner, Mr..
Noyes, of Stonington, was driving him down
the hill on the Preston road above the She
tucket river, when the horse slipped, fell, and
rolled about one hundred feet into the river
where he was drowned. A suit against the
town of Norwich is expected, for neglect of
providing a railing above the river.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

Our Paris correspondent writing Jan. 6,
communicates the following intelligence re-
specting Hon. Charles Sumner
A letter received yesterday from Mr.. Sum-
ner, gives but little encouragement for his
speedy recovery to his numerous friends. The
fact of his still being in the South of France,
is the best indication of his health. He will
get away from France and Europe cs soon as
il is possible. One cannot conceive how much
Mr.. Sumner has suffered of late--durng the
last summer he has died a hundred times
Boston Journal
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

THEODORE PARKER will probably sail to
the West Indies in the steamer Carnac about
the 8th ofFebruary. The New York Tribune
received from him the following, which will be
read with melancholy interest:
"a Cdrd.-Theodore Parker returns his
hearty thanks to the many friends, in all parts
of the country, who send him their words of
advice, ofsympathy, or Of lofty cheer, and re-
gretS that he is not able to answer their letters
the Spirit is grateful, but the Flesh is weak. +"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

SoIREE AT WAsHBURN HALL.-The soiree
under the auspices of the ladies of the Salem
street church and society, to which we alluded
yesterday, commences this evening at Wash
burn Hail. Arrangements for the tables, and
for music and speaking have been completed,
so that we may safely say that all who can af
ford ten cents at the door, will have an excel
lent and profitable time.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

BENEFIT OF THE CoNFEssIoNAL.-The Rev.
Mr.. Sullivan, Catholic priest of Charleston,
5. c., paid over to a lady of that city, on Mon
day, the sum of $500, received through the
confessional. He received it from person
who said it was to satisfy an Indebtedness
rightfully due the heirs of the lady's father.
The debt has remained unpaid for at least
period Of twenty five years, as the parent of
the lady has been dead over twenty years.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

LIQUID AMANDINE for the positive prevention and cure
Of chapped Hands, Roughuess the skim &C. II is uni
versa In Its cleanliness and convenience free from soil
Oily substance ana unpleasant odor Ordinarily two of
three applications perfect cure, rendering the skin soft
ana VeiVey in feeling and appearance There never was
amore satisfactory preparation offered to the public than
this and all those who used it have realized for onco
the truhulness of newspaper advertisement Prepared
only by JOHN g. HILL Apothecary, Mechanics Hall
Building, and for sale by all Druggists Price 20 cents
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

KANsAs.-A Lawrence correspondent of the
st. Louis Democrat, writing 10th inst, says
another fight occurred near the border in Linn
county, several days previous. A party from
Missouri went over to hunt for Brown and
Montgomery. They were met by smaller
party, and retired after sharp fight Their
loss is not known. On the Territorial side
one man named Develyn was killed and two
wounded.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

FATALITIEs.-A shoemaker named John
Riley was found drowned at Lynn yesterday
John Simpson, Waterman in the Laconia Mill
at Biddeford, Me-, was killed yesterday by
being caught in a shaft.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

FATAL AccIDENT,--In Ellsworth, Maine, a
few days since, Mr.. Sherbum Avery was pass
ing by the campfire Of a party of lumbermen
and stopped to warm himself He had been
there but few minutes when the tree near
which the fire was kindled fell, striking him
upon the head with such force as to kill him
instantly Jonathan A. Moulton, young
man who was sitting by the side Of Mr.. A. at
broken.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

MR. LEGG, DYER AND CLEANSER, continues the busness
Of Cleansing, Redvcing and Repairing Mems Apparel
and also clcanscs Ladies' shawls, Riding Dresses &c
lie has increased his help and facilities meet the seady
Increase in his business. once No, Pleasant street
Redyeing executed at from three to ten DAYS notice.
and cleansing at shorter notice when the necessity or con-
yenicnce Of customers requires II.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

PoETs AND POETRY IN ABUNDANCE.-The
Crystal Palace Company, of London, some
time since offered a premium for the best poem
committee had received six hundred contribu-
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

A New WRINKLE.-The President of the
New York and Erie Railroad has given orders
to the conductors to take the names of all pas
sengers passing over the road. 1t is quite a
job for the conductors.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

COMPOUND GLYoERINE LoTIoY is the most etrcctuoI
remedy in use for Chappcd Hands and sunbun also TO
use after Shaving, TO aay the inflammation irritation
&c As cosmetic for sofcnng and beautifynr the skin
removing pmpes tan, frccklcs sore lips &c. IL is supe
rlor to all other preparations now in use,
CHARLES CLARKE,
Corner Main and Pleasant streets, Worcester
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

STAMPED PAPER AND ENvELoPEs.-We
have been shown some very pretty specimens
of initial paper and envelopes, from the estab-
lishment of A. H. Ward No. 2 American House
Block. The initials are put on without extra
charge for the stock
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

Teeafy experience have tested the virtues of nv
Wistars Basam of Wild Cherry and the result is that
the best remedy exant for pulmonary and lung dis
ease' embracing the whole range from slight cold To
settled consumption Were it not for its merits, it would
long since have "died, and made no sign"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

10 Cupid has evidently got into the White
House. Miss Lane, the handsome niece of the
President, is soon to be married to Mr.. Nc
Graw Of Baltimore.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

Inc Tenth Annual Meeting of the Worcester Childrens
VIII oe held on SATURDAY Jan 30 at
the CITY HALL at past PM An address fror, H.,
A. H. Bullock may be expected All interested are I'm,
vited to attend. NJ KNowI roN S. "io ''-
jazz Az NNO"bioN, secretary.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

ANOTHER LOVE TRAGEDr.-George w.
Wilson shot himself at Honesdale Pa, on
Tuesday evening, because the lady would not
say "Yes"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

AT 1ArEss NEWS Room, Il9 Main street. may be found
ai Ainos OIL spiritual Books, Papers, and Periodicals.
Aso' nnlar pure steam crysalized Soap manufacture
w Su sOle py D. GATES at wholesale and retail
iylR To-, 'Vi"iy'
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

The GREAT BoRE.--The Hoosac tunnel has
now been carried into the mountain to the ex-
tent Of nearly halfa mile, or nearly one-ninth
Of the whole distance.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

U. S. SENATOR FROM LoUIsIANA.-On
Tuesday, Mr.. Benjamin (Dem.) was re-elect-
ed to the Senate for the full term of six years
from the 4th Of March next.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

RARE CHANCE FOR INYEsTMEST.-An elegant Eating sa
loon' &c, with commodiOus tenement attached with a
good run of custom, is offered for sale. The property
would mrke an excellent hotel Located in one of the
most fourishmg towns in Rhode Island For further
tculars inquire at the Spy office. diff ioz7
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

A pedagogue threatened to punish n pupil
who had called him fool behind his back
Don't Dont" said the boy. ~ wont do so
again, sir never! never will say what
think again, in my life"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

QUINs1GAMoND PEN.AThis excellent pen,
manufactured at Birmingham, England, for
John Keith & Co., is for sale by them, exclu-
sively, at No. 209 Main street
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27
BUSINESS NOTICES.

TAFT LiLLYs SALOON, 237 Main street, having been
closed short time for repairs will be rcopened to-mor
row. tFriday newly fitted up and furnished throughout
in magnificent style.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

TO- Much excitement exists at Taunton, on
account of the prevalence of hydrophobia in
that vicinity. Two mad dogs have been killed.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

For THE OLD FoLKs.-Singers who have
an attachment for the melody of their grand
fathers will be interested in the notice address
ed to them in another column.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

POLICE CoURT-Chas Finnegan, of Tx
bridge, an old offender, was up for getting
drunk, and was sent to the House of Correc-
ton for two months Edward Baldwin receiv-
ed the same sentence for the same offence
Dennis Grady, for getting drunk, was fined and
committed
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

Court OF COMMON PLEAs-Civa Term
Judge Morris presiding.-Seyeral cases were
disposed of yesterday, and the Court adjourn
ed at o'clock P. NJ. for want of business.
The cases next in order are Nos. 478,
65l, SOL, 7O7, 1872, 1906, $40, 1853, 1853, 982, 949,
GA, 1927, 1923, 1929, 1895, 1895, 1O47, 1864
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

FIRE.-The alarm of fire, sbout eight clock
yesterday morning, came from the house of
Mr.. Sears, on Grove street. The fire caught
in some manner from the chimney, but was
extinguished without doing serious damage, as
soon as the engines arrived on the spot.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27
THINGS IN AND ABOUT BOSTON

The Boston Burns Club celebrated the one
hundredth anniversary of the birthday of the
Poet Burns Tuesday by festive gathering at
the Parker House, which was one of the most
successful and brilliant celebrations of the kind
ever held in the city. The list of invited
guests included many of the most brilliant in
tellects of New England, and the knowledge
of the fact that several Of them would be pres
ent and address the Club, crowded the festive
hall to its utmost capacity with the admirers
of the Scottish Bard.
Very eloquent and appropriate speeches
were made by Ralph Waldo Emerson, Gov
Banks, George S. Hillard and several others ;
and beautiful poems by Oliver Wendell
Holmes, b. p, Shilaber, James Russell Low
ell, and John g. Whittier were read. Nume-
rous letters were also received from individuals
to whom invitations had been extended, and
others. Among them was the following
from the New York Burns Club:
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

NEW Turk, jail 70, 1903,
The NetC York Burns Association sends greeting
Peace to the ashes of the noble dead!
The years of strife for glory haply DER
A century's halo now enwreaths his head
Who sang of love minstrel ne'er before
For still that harp, with Scotland's glory we'd
Thrills every heart where love its light hath shed
Aud Scotia's sons, whatever cline they see,
Can never to his memory faithless be;
With them his fame shall go from shore to shore
His name shall live till time shall be no more.
Loves purest offering shall surround his grave
Loves sweetest incense ever round it wave
JAMES GRAY, Vice President.
The occasion was one of great intellectual
enjoyment, and must have been highly relished
by those who had the good fortune to partici-
pate in it. We wish we had room for the
poems and extracts from the speeches.
Another party celebrated the occasion at the
Revere House. They had a good time. This
company were mostly natives of the "Land
O. Cakes, or their immediate descendants.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27
no ADvERTIsERs,

The circulation of The Spy is double that
of any other newspaper in Worcester. The
Advertising public will please bear this Ina
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

New ARMoRY.-The Worcester Light In
fantry, military corps of half century's
standing, have taken Horticultural Hall for
an armory, which, with the pleasant armory
of the City Guards in Brinley Hall, will make
as handsome headquarters as any in the State
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27
WORCESTER CITY And COUNTY.

Gg The commentators daily given to TIE
SPY, by its subscribers and friends, is truly
gratifying. The large increase of our reading
matter, it being about double that ever given
before by daily journal in Worcester-is
justly considered more than an equivalent for
the slight increase of the subscription pricN.
We have but given the public foretaste of
what we intend and all we ask, is, that the
public shall respond to our efforts, and make
the dollars correspond with their good wishes
and our own merits. The larger the patron
age, the more valuable shall be The SPY to its
readers.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

And there remains asurplus from the in
come of the year, not divided, of fs62,270 %
The income has been $95, 925 OF, and the ex-
penses for working, the road $76,370 IA less
than last year. Owing to the depressed condi-
ton of all kinds of business, the income of the
road fell off, as compared with last year, every
month, up to and including October; but in
November there was gain, with more en-
couraging prospects for the future.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-01-27

The SKATING EXCURSION, yesterday after
noon, to Long Pond, was an entirely success
full affair. Not les. than twelve hundred per-
sons were conveyed over the road, by both
trains, the last one, consisting OF fourteen cars,
leaving the depot al about two o'clock. The
first return train, eaving Davis's cottage at
about five o'clock, consisted of nineteen cars,
completely filled. As probably two or three
hundred sought conveyance by some other
means it is estimated that there were NO less
than fifteen hundred persons on the pond at one
time.
Everything passed off pleasantly, and each
one seemed to enjoy himself or herself to great
satisfaction. The ice was a little softened in
some portions of the pend by the moderate
weather, which somewhatimpured the quality
of the skating, yet, as whole, it was an occa-
sion of great pleasure and qualification to all
who participated in the healthy recreation and
amusement thereby afforded.