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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-09-08

The ITALIAN QUEsTToN-TM VOTE IN THE
DucHEs Every friend Of Italy must hall with
| satisfaction the unanimity with which the popu-
lations Of Tuscany and Modcna have voted for
annexation to Piedmont Had there been a
marked difference of opinion amongst them as
to their future political organization. 1t would
have afforded an excuse for foreign inter-
ference, and the carrying out of the stipula-
tons of the treaty Of yillafranca in the Aus
trian sense After such convincing proof of
their sentiments as has just been given to the
world, II is not likely that the Emperor of
Austria will now attempt to force back upon
them tho sovercigns whom they have repu-
dated.
To tho plan of the italian Confederation
the recent vote would also seem to impart
greater feasibility than 1t previously possessed.
II she accepts the new accessions of territory
offered to her, Sardinia will have nothing to fear
from the prcponderating influence of Austria
with tho other federative States. Thus strength
ened, she becomes In fact one Of the leading
Powers Of tho Continent, and, backed by Franco,
can we'll afford to disregard the hostility Of her
Sides have a military organization which will
render her selfYeliant and independent, and
perhaps enable her to complete the work which
the treaty of villafranca left unfinished.
With regard to Parma some doubt seems to
be entertained as to its political destiny. A
difference of sentiment has been manifested by
its population in regard to annexation to
Piedmont, and portion Of the troops have
even gone so far as to proclaim fidelity to the
late Regent, and to seize upon the fortress of
Bardi in her name. This revulsion Of feeling
has in measure been caused by the
efforts Of her partsans but it is also in some
degree attributable to the prudent conduct Of
the Duchess herself, who, when the other Italian
princes fed to Austrian protection, disdained so
unpatriotic course and retired into Switzerland
to await the course of events Considering that
France takes special interest in the fate of
Parma, from it's having afforded an asylum to
the widow Of Napoleon l., it is not impro-
| bable that efforts will be made in that quarter
| to effect the restoration Of its late sovereign
| The grant Of a constitution as liberal as that oil
| Piedmont, and the guarantee of their indepen
| dence by Sardinia and France, would no doub
reconcile the Parmese to a separate represen
tation in the Diet.
On the whole, the plans Of the Emperor Ma
po!eon for the Acknowledgement of the Italian
people seem to be working out their results a.
fully and satisfactorily as their most ardent we'll
wishers could have hoped for The Italian.
have proved their claims to the solictude o.
the world by the heroism, the magnanimity
and the prudence which they have displayed
from the commencement Of the struggle dowr
to the present time.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-09-08
observation-disclosures.

The United States storcshp supply sailed from 'nroe
on the 9th inst for the West Coast Of Africa ing vom
ing is list OF her oicers:Comnniaci -tieiy
Wake. DISCRIMINATION Downes, Oscar r. S.a 1y'
George Brown. Assistant Surgeor-Aex m' s9 1.,a
tam "a Clerk-Thos b. growea Purser's Clerk-heulS
A. Wake
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-09-08

The 0pKRA THE ACADEMY will open next Monday,
positively with the "Poliuo" to be sung by Cories
Brignol and Amodio The official programme will be
found In our advertising columns
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-09-08

THE FALL TRADE-SIGNs OF THE TMEs.-That
the coming business season is to be prospe-
rous one, in financial point Of view, is to be
seen in the number Of stores and Mercantile
buildings of every kind which are springing up
in our city. Some six or seven years ago the
wholesale dry goods trade was in great mea-
confined to that portion of the city lying be-
low Barclay street. Suddenly it made an up
town stride, and we find it taking possession Of
the neighborhood included between Barclay and
Chambers streets and Broadway and the North
river. All the old shanties and tumble-dowu
dwellings, which formerly characterized that
locality were levelled to the ground, and splen-
did palaces now occupy their places One can
hardly believe that the Church street Of to-day
is the Church street of five OF six years ago.
This fall business seems TO manifest disposi-
ton to take another uptown leap. Many Of
the old buildings and tenements located be-
tween Chambers and Canal and west of Broad
way some Of them nearly century old, are
now in course of rapid demolition to make way
for beautiful stores This fact is but sign OF
the increasing prosperity Of our affairs, ana
merchants and tradesmen may look forward to
pecuniary harvest this autumn.
MrsrcAI MATTERS the recent artistic arrivals
from E,rone We notice the names of Mr. and Mrs Henry
Drayton who have achieved great deal Of success in
England with novel Of entertainment no less than
the performance Of operettas written by Mr. Drayon,
and sung by himself and Mrs. Drayton, without other
vocal aid II is the intention of Mr. Drayton to give his
entertainments in Now York and the loading cities
provinces during the fall and winter Mr.. Dray-
ION Is an American by birth, but distinguished eleus
Of the Paris Conscrvatoire He has sung in Italian and
English Opera in London with distinguished success
His voice basso baritone and he is, dr. fine actor
as well as good singer.
Madame Anna Bishops first appearance in concert since
her to the United States will take place Saturday
night al the Music Hall Of the Palace. Without doubt
the ae,ltrde Of nne artist Madame Bishop will
ause the hall 10 be crowded
A series of entertainments by Mr.. and Mrs G. X.
Dickinson, Miss Grace Wiloughby and Miss Gertrude Mel
win, are announced.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-09-08

THr> CRors or l66s.--We have much reason
to be THAI 1kfui for our splendid crops this year.
Never has nature been 30 bountiful 10 the
agriculturist and The miner throughout this
broad land. Our cereal product is immense
The corn and wheat crops will excel. both
in quantity and quality, those Of any pre-
yious year. The Sox,th boasts of an increased
product of it's great staples cotton and tobacco.
The new cotton is said to be much finer in
quality than any previous crop. Next to these
comes the gold crop, which we get In bulk from
California. Then we have the corn crop, now
a very large and remunerative production.
Tho gold crop Is more reliable than the
product Of cotton, corn or tobacco. For ten
years the auriferous tide has flowed steadily
from the Golden Gate to the Mint. The semi
monthly shipment has rarely been less than
million and half, and has latterly increased
so steadily that we look for not less than two
millions. The August shipment by both steam
ers amounts to nearly four and q half millions;
and this increase, after ten years of steady la
Dor, goes to show that tho mines are inexhausti-
BILE. As matter of course, the increase in the
gold crop Is owing in good degree to the In
creased facilities and scientific aids which have
driven out the old fashioned pick, pan and
rocker; but that the bosom of the Golden State
yet hides treasures not to be wrested from 1t un-
til many future generations have passed away
there can be no doubt. The gold crop brings
us mingled evil and good. Good, in that it keeps
up our European credit and enables people
of moderate means to crafty themselves with
many little lpxuries before beyond their reach
Evil, because it enhances prices and stimulates
wild speculation, to which there is but one re-
suit: ruin, revulsion and bankruptcy-of which
we had taste in 1857 We think, however,
that such bitter lesson as that read to the
business men of this country two years ago
will not be forgotten even in the exultation
which our present prosperity naturally excites
Meanwhile, let us all be thankful for the great
crop of 1859, and be careful that We do not
abuse the power which it places in our hands.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-09-08

prison. Thcre we're no jury trials, and the Cour,
adjourned at noon ~. ..
The Health Commissioners met yesterday. ~hs
City Inspector presented com plant against ha,,
establishment. called q nuisance. In Fourteenth
street, near Third avenue. He WAS directed to have
it abated Some other minor husiuess was also Dis
posed OF. and they adjourned.
The Chamber Of Commerce hsld special moot.
Ing yesterday afternoon. aud adopted resolutions
expressive Of their feelings at the death Of George
Grswoid. late enc Of our principal merchants. aad
a member Of tho Chamber. Several Of the mem
bcrs spoke to the memory Of The deceased.
The Etna. which sailed from this pert for Livcr-
pool yesterday took out 1926 $50 in specie. and
tho America, which left Boston Tor Liverpool Car
ried IS 900.
There was q good demand for beef cattle Last
week. and sales were at fully previous rates. The
supply was OF 4 much better average quality than
has been offered for some time. Cows and calves
were quiet and unchanged. Veal calves were also in
fair supply and the quotations the same last
week. Sheep and lambs were In large supply, eA-
ceeding last weeks receipts by about 7.400 head.
Prices are Use q Soc. lower. Swine plenty and firm.
at 81 Gse. to quality. The receipts we're 3.4ai
cattle, 1876 COWS, COO veals 1885 sheep and lambs,
and 4 400 swine.
The cotton market exhibited more tone yesterday, and
closed a. one eighth OF cent per pound higher than ~
the commencement Of tho week The saies embraced
about 600 bales closing the basis Of the quotations
cven in another column. Flour was more active, and
common and medium grades Of State and Western were
rather s,ir at unchanged prices while the higher brands
were less active and buoyant though quotations ruled about
the same whoa. heavy and most descriptions were
rather easier Corn was firm and fair sales made nolud
ing old and new mixed at sec 32c; other kinds
Quiet Pork was heavy with sales OF new mess al sli IS
a SIS, and and prime at SO % $40 81 Sugars
were in fair demand, with sales Of about 1000 hhds al
rates given in another column In coffee the rress Of
holders tended check sales of Rio about bags Of
which were sold within the range OF 10Ac 1Sc., leo
do Gonavcs at 1lc 1lhc., $50 Laguayra at T., aad
300 $500 do Maracabo for export, private terms
Freights were firm but engagements were moderate.
Among them were 300 900 bales Of cotton compressed
and uncompressed, for Liverpool at 31ed. 7.32ds
erce beef 2 and cheese by steamer at as Cd and
spirits turpenune to London at IS. Sd.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09
THE OLD CANOE.

Where the rocks gray and the shore is st eep,
And the waters below look dark and deep
Where the rugged pine, in its lonely pride,
Leans gloomily over the murky tide
Where the reeds and rushes are tall and rank,
And the weeds grow thick on the winding bank;
Where the shadow is heavy the whole day through
Lays at its mornings the old canoe
The useless paddles are idly dropped, "
Like the seabird's wings chat the STORM hath oppe:
And crossed on the railing. one DER one...
Like folded hands when the work is done;
While busily back and forth between,
The spider stretches his silvery screen,
And the solemn owl, with it's dull sstoo hoo,'!,
Settles down on the side of the old canoe,
The stern, half sunk in the Shiny wave,
Rots slowly away in its living grave.
And the green moss creeps DER its dull decay,1
Hiding the Wondering dust away.
Like the hand that plants DER the tomb flower,
or the IVY that mantles the fallen tower
While many blossom of liveliest hue
Springs up DER the stern OF tie old canoe.
The currentless waters arc dead and still
But the light winds play with the boat at will,
And lazily in and out again, a
1t floats thelength Of its rusty chain,
Like the weary march of the hands of time,
That meet and par at the noon tide chime;
And the shore is kissed at each turn anew,
BY the dripping bow Of the old canoe.
., many time. with a careless hand,
have pulled it away from the rebbly strand,
And padded it down where the stream runs quick
"here the whirls wild and the eddies are thick
49,. laughed, as leaned DER the rocking side,
~ locked below in the broken tide,
- see nat the faces and boats were two,
inae were mlrrored back from the old canoe.
put now IS lean Ser the crumbling side,
And look below in the Sluggish tide.
The face that see there IS rraver o. ,,vr
And the laugh that hear nov has sohar iona
And the hands that lent tile light ssiffwings
Have grown familiar with sterner thinas
But love to think Of the hours that flew.
AS rocked where the whirls their wild spray tbror
Ere the blossoms waved, or the green grass grew
Ger the Wondering stern Of the old canoe. &
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09

'Jobn,' he called sharply to young
man at the farther end of the store.
''Don't!' y it seemed to him like the ygic
ofhis. wife in his ear--'' don't forget your
self"
This mental warning caina Just ia season
The clerk came quietly towards him. d,
the time he reached the desk OF s:r. f.andell
the latter was under seIf-control.
why vas not this letter mailed John ?
he asked.
! The tone Tas neither imperative nor cap
tious, but Kind; and the question was asked
in way that, said, of course there is gooc
reason for omission; and so there was
~ think, SIR" answered Join, 'tha
there is mistake, and thought it not bes
to put the letter in the mail"
"A mistake? How?' and Mr., Landel
opened the letter.
1T reads" said the clerk, "tLree hun
dred cases of shawls.''
"Oh no; thirty cases, replied Mr.. Ian.
dell. But as he said this his eye rested or
the three hundred. $50 it is. How coulc
| have made such an error? You did righ
John, in not sending the letter at ALL
The clerk went back to his place, and the
merchant said to himself. How gladI an
that was able to control myself. fl hao
spoken to that young man as felt would
have wrcnged and alienated him, and made
trouble for myself all day."
Not long after this case of goods fell
through the hatchways, crushing down up.
on the landing with noise. that caused Mr.
Landell, whose temperament was exceeding
y nervous, to spring to his feet. To blame
|some body was his first impulse. .Wha1
careless fellow has done this 2" was on his
tongue.
DON'T the inward monitor spoke in
time. Mr.. ,Landell shut his lips tightly
and kept silent until be could. command
himself He then inquired calmly into the
cause Of the accident, and ifcnnd that special
blame attached to none,:. Opening the case
of goods, the damage was found TO be tri-
fling.
Another Conquest, said Mr.. Landell
as he turned to his desk. Self-control i
easy enough if the trial is made in earnest.
A dozen times that day was the torch APP
piled to Mr.. Landelps quick temper, and as
often was he in danger Of blazing out. But
he kept his temper till the sun went down,
and then he turned his steps homeward, fee
hng more comfortable in mind than he had
Tor several weeks. There was no shadow
on his countenance when he met his wife,
but smiling good humor.
you said Don't as I left this NOR
nirg'
"Well?''s.
eAnd I didn't
"You are . hero" said Mrs Landell
laughing. "
''Not much of one. The conquest was
easy enough when | drew the sword Ia ear
nest" -. I, IL,
"And you fsltbotter p 4
"Oh, "a thousand times. What curse
of ones life this quick temperament is.
am ashamed of myself half dozen times 6
day on an average. But | have made
good beginning, and mean to keep on rigL'
until the end''
"Don't," said Mrs. ssLandell to her hus.
band. as she parted with him for the store
at the front door of their home the next NOR
ming.
Il WON'T. God help !" was answered
heartily.
And he didn as the pleasant evening chat
he passed with his wife, most clearly testi.
fed
Reader, if you are quick tempered,
don't"
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09

ga woman-a married woman--who
permits herself to fnd fault with her condi-
ton in life. and allows herself to be cha
grined or feel an emotion of envy toward
those who are pecqniarily better situated
than herself, has already taken the FIRST false
step that may lead her on to ruin and dis
grace, and will be the text Of future re-
morse coupled with degradation. Envy
and pride go hand in hand. Women will
do well to ponder this,a Jet content make
happy homes <
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09
Rules for Life.

l. Choose the path of virtue, ard ;m;sat
a high pattern.
2. Do all the good in thy power, and le,
every action be useful. e.
3. Cultivate thy mind carefully--it will
be store Of pleasing, reflection
4. Be diligent 10 thy business. ailA strict
ly upright in all thy dealings.
5. Investigate affairs closely, end engage
in them cautiously.
8. Lay thy plans with prudence, and be
prepared for emergencies
z. La all difficulties be patient, and over
come them by perseverance.
s. Do that first always which needs do
ing most.
9. Have place forcvcrything and every
thing in its place.
10. In all things be economical without
meanness, and combine utility with ele-
gance.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09

1 A recent traveller, speaking Of the
Chinese town Of Pekin, and the first i'm
pressions stranger receives on entering
within the walls, says: ''Once he has pass
ed under the ponderous northern gate, mea-
sured the thickness Of the stupeIdous wall
and is fairly in Pekin he vii! be satirely be-
wildered: all before him is a confused and
dusty mass Of colcrs, men, mules, cabs, hun
dreds Of camels With the weary Mongols in
their once red gowns enthroned and fast a.
sleep on their high SUBMITS; an immensity
of wide, perfectly straight and endless
streets; living ocean Of the most degraded
beggars, Of cooks. BARRIERS, blind men bea.
ting upon kettle drums, orators delivering
speeches, then right and left brilliant shops
cafes and hotels surmounted by long pole.
of all colors, wooden walls beautifully car
we'd and gilt over; in fact it is scene s.
unique in the world that no dream coult
ever be so eccentric
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09

Sc A Yankee met celestial in The
streets of San Francisco and with a cbarac-
teristic of his race, he accosted hin, a. fol-
lows;.
Where are you from 2
\. Hong Kong
. Where are you bound 2
/ 'Creenlong.'
What tea are you most fond Off b,
'Souchins.' ;5
!, What kind Of fowls do you consider Il.
'Chitagong.' 20 e
What kind Of grapes do you prefer ~
'Senpernong.'
whats your name7'
-, 60 along ~ n
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09

HE NEXT CONGRESS-. The are nine
members of the next Congress whose seats
are contested. Of 237 members elected
ll5 were members Of the last Congress.
The member who has been consecutivelv
elected for the longest period of any one in
the Congress, is W. 3. ". Cobb, Of Ala
bama. There is only one Smith in Con-
gress; four Davises, three Washburns all
brothers, and quite number of inst ances
OF the same name being held by two differ
ent members.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09
AppROxIMATING PRIZES.
25,ses Fries amounting to

Ao,GAo l ii10e "Hiouz.tiAS " %oooJc4s
CERTIFICATE CT PACKAGES will be sold at the fol-
lowing rates. which is the risk;
Certificate of Packages of 10 Whole Tickets, $50
Certificate of Packages of 10 Half Tickets, 80
Certificate of Packages Of 70 Quarter Tickets Is
Cercifcate1of Packages of ID Eighth Tickets, 1850
IN ORDERING TICKETS OR CERTIFICATES.
Enclose the money to address for the tickets
ordsret on receipt Of which they will be forward
ed BY first nssit Purchasers can have tickets end
ing in any figure they may deaignate
The list of drawn numbers and prizes will be sent
to purchasers Immediately after the drawing.
Notice to Correspondents. Those wAo prefer not
sending money by mail, can use
TIE EXPRESS COMPANIES,
whereby money for Tickets, in Sums of ,eh ID 3llar
and upwards, can be sent US AT OUR RISK AND
EXPENSE, from any city or town where there is
an Express Oalce. The money and order must be
enclosed in s G oyerslment Fost Office Stamped
Envelope, or the Express Companies cannot re-
ceive them.
All communications strictly confidential.
orders,for Tickets or Certificates, by Mail or Ex-
press, to be directed to
McKINNEY & CO., Savannah, Ga.
Oct. IS, ls5a.-1y i
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09

.kFA young prince OF. the illustrious
house Of Monaco, was asked why he had
married rich old woman ma, FOL-" v; {
the gay young Princes reply; ''let me ask
you, what poor man ina. hurry to get an
enormous bank note cashed, trouhIes him
kslf sbeut the date Of it2'
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09
To the Farmers Of Augusta.

To the FARMERS Of Augusta.
ENRON an experience of Twenty years in The
Il manufacture Of Plows, can safely say tina
the Plow introduced into this county bv me, Which
have been making for the last fifteen years, known
as the
LIVINGSTON COUNTY rhOW.
Is the best and cheapest Plow ever used in this
county. Although simple in its construction, te
W rk well it mast be wei! COTTON up, and hatter
myself that can furnish the article cheap, a.
good, and If experience and success worth any
thing, better than any one who may undertake the
mana facture of the article. .s.#
an prepared to- furni sh Flows. Points and Slides
in any quantity, that may be desired, warranting
every piece that passes out Of my hands if it is not
what it is represented to be, return it to the
chant from whom purchased and ] will bear the
loss Full assortnents of Plows, Points and Slides
may be found at the following places:
Stanton, at the Wareroom, near the store of
Crawford 4 Cochran. .s'
Spring Hill, u :. D, Foe.
Midalebrook, McChesney & Tempeton.
Waynesboro', II. NJ. Darnall L. d. Fishburn.
Greenvile, at all the Stores.
Mint Spring, Alex. Gardners.
~ Merchants at other precincts of the County
who may wish to have the article, can be supplied
on liberal terms either at wholesale or to sell en-
Commission.
My address eles Tavern, Augusta county /,
Va. SCHUYLER BRADLEY.
Sept. lb, 1872
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09

Esg An cd footmau having read Lindley
Murray, was afterwards very precise in his
announcements when ushering in his yisi.
tors On one occasion a gentlsman by the
name Of Foot, with a daughter on each arm.
was 81 own into the drawing-room, with this
introduction. M, Foot and he two Ma
sss Eee.w
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09
sflettea 9oetrg.

EB The following lines, which we clip
from the arkansas State Gazette. are full
|of genuine poetry:
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-12-09

How TO PRESERVE THE TEsTdt. LET ev-
cry man. woman aud child keep a little mil !.
vellzed charcoal in their bedrooms. and On
retiring at night let them put as much as
can De laid OH sixpence in thei. mouth
and work it about among tie teeth with tho
tongue, and there will be nc decayed teeth
70. the del list to ell with amalgam or pure
gold either