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The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28
Vulcanized Rubber Elastic Fabrics

The undersigned mas now in store at Whole
sale only, and is daily receiving from his Facto-
ries in the U. s., and from the best manufactures
abroad, large quantities Of Webs, suspenders,
Carriers, Tapes etc, and will grant License
Stamps with authority to others to import and
sell the Vulcanized Rubber Elastic Fabrics. All
such stamps have a fac simite ofmy name, with.
out which no goods of this description can be
legally vended in the United States during the
lite time of Goodyear's Patent.
HORACE II. DAY,
p neipaI Warehouse, 28 CORTLAND St. N. Y.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28

THE ONLY POSITIVELY
o.: ]. ID: H.. N ]
Fire Proof Safes in the World

ARE THE MARYLAND PATENT.
SkRTIFIcATEs Of APPROVAL, IN COMPARISON
WITH OTHER SAFES.
Grafton, December Sd 1855.
Messr.. Sheuvin ond Burgess, Agents for Mar
land's Patent ire Proof Safe Geanemea Il
have examined the M.rlund's Patent Safe in
your store and so far MS am able to Judge Vi its
Fire Proof Qualities, believe the principles up-
on which 1t is built, the most reiall IN resisting
heat, OF ANY Fire Proof Safe, thai has come un-
der my observation, and particularly recommend
IL 10 the attention Of our Probate Districts, that
are now supplying themselves. Tor the preserya-
ton of their Records. BENZ. W DEAN,
Sec. Of State.
brattlebeIo, December 30, 1865
his may certify that We have exam ined the
MaIland's Patent Fire Proof Safe, exhibited tous
ny Mr. Anson Hardy, aud that ia our option
Marlnnd's Safe Won Il be "a reliable one to -ur.
chase fOr the use of the Probate Courts
TAYLOR, Judges OF
A. sTOpDARD. I Probate
Sliddebury, April 27th, 1865.
The Legislature Of Vermont at lis last session,
passed la" making IT the duty OF HE County
judges 10 procure Fire Proof Safes, ia which to
deposit Probate Records. hI discharge OF TINT
duty We hnye spent some time "a examining a
number OF Sales Ne have come to the eonc!u-
sion that the Mari ni's safe mnhrfi. iured by n.
Is bigelOw and Anson Hardy Of Boston Mass. is
superior tommy other We have examined, for its
Fine Proof qualities. We have bought "A safe of
that description tor the New Haven Probate Dis
tiet, and are well satisfied with the workman
ship, apparent strength and durability.
W &. WRiiAI, Asst, Judges OF Ad
II. %. SMITH. di CA County Court
NJ. b. BlGELOW 4 ANSON HARDY,
Manufacturers and rroprietors,
SO School street opposite City Hail, Boston, Mass.
IA SHELDON, of Middlebury, A..
County Treasury. agent
Il, oOs s.snss bSSr hii.SaS Agents
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28
SIMEON HOLTON, JR.,

MEoN l1OLl YIN, JR.,
a..Aaaa
Watch Maker and Jeweller,
Is still 10 be found In
Cobb's Nsa 6aIiiag-Nogh end VI he Bridge,
selling any quantity If
WArCHES, CLOCKS, JEWELRY,
AND FANCY GOODS,
From the largest and best assortment ever brought
into this County. lie has recently received from
mar"et u large aud rich assortment of
w .Lch5s' Jewelry and Fancy Goods,
Consisting ol Cameo PIN, aud Ear Jewels, Gold
Stone Plus uud la Jewels forentine Mosaic
Pins am Ear Jewels Mourning Pins and Ear
Jewelsi ui new dni desirable patterns, Gentle
mems Pms, Gold, Cameo and Hair Bracelets Gold
Cla.ps. Gold Sleeve hnttOus aud Studs, latest
styles Gold l.ockets, Gold Finger Rings ofevery
description nold, SILVER, Stee aud Plated Spec
taele-, Near sighted Glusse=, Gold Chains, Plated
Spoon>, Watches aud Clocks, oi all kinds and
price, duid Seuis, G"d hrN ,.,lu looks Silver
Ihimble-, sihrr Fruit hnives ,tiolL Tooth Picks,
Gold Sleeve studs fn lad - and gentlemen, of
every de-ifaide pattern, .frttIuuA Aes, Ladies'
Purses, Combs ct nli liiuls, lin brushes, Tooth
brushes, Curucliin kiu.s, shaving Boxes and
soap, CruGhut Nrrdle~, Packet TO As, IhermOm-
eter-, LHther brushes Dr dtiug IN garments, To-
bgcco aud Snuff BoSr-, coat Loops, Reads oys,
Fancy Boxes, Key Kings, steletn-, J. merry Balls,
Sewing Eirdl, aud 81 large variety 49, other arti
Gle. too numerous 10 mention.
lie Is prepared to repair
CLOCKS, WATCHES, , MllEl,
Or anything else in his line. ia the best manner,
ana warranted 10 give satisfaction. Don I fail to
san ana examine the quality and prices Of his
1oods' 20;
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28
THE LIVER
NVIGOR ATOR!
PREPARED BY DR. SANFORD,
COMPOUNDED entirely from GINS.

Is ONE OF THE BEST PURGATIvE AND LIVER ME-
DlCINES before the public that ChthaTtte
eaer mder and more eneetual than other medicine
Il not only Cudr but Liur remedy acting III,
Hcer to eject its morbid then the stomach bowsr
cd that matter thus accomplishing purposes ssotu
ally without the painful feelings
tons of Cdthdr It strengthens the system the
time that II when taken daily
will strengthen and build up with unusual Ispidty
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28
II H E TH,
SAVE YOUR TEETH.

This Indian Tooth Preservative will save the
teeth. The greatest tooth remedy ever offered to
the public. Those who wish to preserve their
teeth from decay, improve their beauty, and save
their money, will do well to purchase this Pow
der This powder heals and ardens the gum,
aud thus prevents the teeth from aching or de,
caying IL lie no LumbGgi try il and see. 1t can
be procured at the residence of r. Ross, Middle
bury. Full directions accompany each box.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28

A speedy and radical cure tor Deafness, Pains,
Noises and Discharges from the Ears. This cel-
ebrated remedy has been in use about ten years,
and hundreds afflicted with deafness. deemed in
durable, have had their nearing promptly and
permanently restored. 1t is compound OF four
different oils, one OF which s obtained from GER
tain kind of walnut. 1t dissolves the Hard Wax
in the ear supplies it where it is deficient, ex-
cites to action the torpid auditory nerves. and
is perfect in its structure 1t is rich boon TO the
afflicted, as hundreds have testified. Buy it, use
it, and be cured.
Sole agent for Miidlebury and vicinity,
as W. p Russell.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28

&S0n HE Subscribers wish To employ
&oNIO. mn active, reliable man in each see
ton OF the State to travel and take orders ior
seq AIRS AND TOBACCO,
by samples. VIII lay salary OF 5000 10 5000
per wear, payable monthly. For samples and
particulars apply 10, or address, inclosng stsmp
for return postage,
CARY & SMITH,
IObacconists
ei2 Pearl street, New York
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28
Leather 3elting.

This community has long been in need Of place
where this article could be procured We would
now inform all in want of Betting that it can be
obtained in any quantity and width desired, at
low prices--for cash, at
Nov. Z, 1858. J. DANENPORIS.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28
1 q . q.
M A N II F A G r u r NG
ia NEWPORT K CLAY

Would respectfully inform
their patrons and the public
generally,that they continue
to receive
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1859-09-28

Vermont Mower and Reaper
For sale at J. DAyENPORT'S
G. 8. Blodgett g. Cos
PORTABLE OVEN, for sale by
j. DAVENPORT.
Fosters Patent
WINDOW SUPPORTERS, the best in use
for sale by j DAVENPORT.
Arthur's Sen-sealing
FRUIT CANS, colored glass and tin, Tor sale
al J. DAVENPORTS.
Messer's
ICE CREAM Give Mhutej Freezer. sizes
for sale AT J. DAVENPORT =
SLATE ROOFS.
We are prepared TO lay SLATE Roofs in any part
OF the country, and warrant them. Our uuaTries
are the oldest IN the State. Our slate are Of the
very best quality being manuiac tursd with great
care from selected material. Our workmen have
oesh WIN rs Tor many wears and are fully COM
Petent To do the most difficult work. Facts show
oiate Roofs TO he tbs lest and eheupe,t that nre
maze Communications fully aud prompt, an
'"sIsI ,loism A, Al LEN 4 son.
fairhaVen W., August ID 1868.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01
Card OF Thanks.

DR.. Baakee begs to thank his medical
brethren for their personal kindness and
the readiness with which they have come
forward TO support and consult hIm as 4
physician and surgeon. 10 also thanks
and feels grateful to the public press Tor
their hatlering notices and reports OF hl'
skllllui surgical operations. lie knows
that editors are, Of course not responsible
for what appears in their columns IN The
shape Of advertisements or special notices,
bat their editorial Opinions carry with
them weight and influence with The com
muniry, and therefore il is that DR.. Baa-
kee feels proud Of those which from time
10 TINE, have been written in regard 10 bis
theory and skillfuI practice. Having re-
sliced in the city Of Baltimore, Maryland.
nearly one year and s-half also having
visited Washington city, d. C.. and
Wherling, Va, on several occasions, du.
nag ths period Of time, lie has prescribed
for over twenty thousand patients. by cor
pondtnce and at his office; and intending
bui to remain for some three weeks longer
in the cIly Of Baltimore, and taking MS
opportunity TO say that all those VINO
may require his skill and attention 'hoola
should avail themselves Of the period mus
allow ed, and either by correspondence OF
by calling at his office, - Lexington ST.
receive his attention and advice. "hen
he leavss the city Of Baltimore II J.. MS
intention to remove TO the city OF Ne"
!, York. where will locate permanently.
, Due notice will be given at the ilme Oh
his departure from this city; also lul' par
, iiculars of his consultation rooms 10 'ht
city Of New York, SO that patients wish
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01
An Eccentric Clergyman.

The Rev. William Thompson was ;
preacher of the Presbyterian Church, who
served as chaplain in our revolutionary ar
nv. and had encountered many of the
dangers incident 10 military life. He
was insGncuvely brave, and indeed court
ed trials, dihicuties-always Indifferent
to consequences. He possessed immense
bodily strengths tail, powerful, COM
handing frame, suited 10 the tolls Of war.
His learning was Of little account, and
has talents in the pulpit very inferior.
H was pastor al one time OF congre'
CATION who worshiPped in the Caioctn
mountain, three miles from Leesburg,
Loudoun county, Va. But they all grad
uallv declined attending church, except
two men. At this time he attended a
Presby terry, and was called on to narrale
The state of his people as to their spiritual
condition. Thompson rose and said
Mr.. Moderator They have left me
entirely, except two faithful followers;
one of whom is so deaf that he cannot
hear word, and the olher is so lame that
he cannot walk step, or otherwise |
should have nobody to hear me"
Once he was preaching at night IN
Fredericktown, Maryland. Two dlstn'
guished lawyers sitting near him frequent
ly interrupted him in rude and uncourl-
ly manner. Thompson ordered them ont
of the church. A formal challenge was
sent TO him next morning, by one OF the
aggrieved parties, demanding to the rules
of the duello.
Sir" said he sternly, "tell your PFIn-
cipal that if he persists in his enterprise,
he will find me an able-bodied divine, if
not an able-heade6 one.
That ended the controversy.-N. I.
Observer.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01
A Sisters Letter to a Highwayman.

A notorious high wayman, known as
"Ralle.snake Dick" was shot near An
burn, California, few days ago. On his
person was found the following letter
from his sister:
SWEET HOME, March II, 1850.
.NW Deur, Dear Brother | can
scarcely believe, or rather realize, that /
am again nduIgiug in the privilege of adj
dressing you with the hope of being
heard or understood And Temblingly |
ask that you, my much beloved brother,
the guide OF my infant joys, the long lost
friend Of NV childhood, will allow a re-
newed correspondence TO open between
You and your good old home. Oh ! how
our hearts have sched for a word from
your own pen. Years have passed away
since your last letter reached us-years
that now seem to be life-times. | have
prayed the Father that He would restore
you to the path of reclitOde, but if re has
not already, yon say, "Ah me lie "ill
never save me y
But ii say faithfully, He will. Oh,
brother, will you be saved God sees
your heart while you read these words
&c knows if there is secret wish there,
it is to be better man. If there is but
the bud, the bud Of resolution He knows,
hear Him say, Seek ye first the King
dom Of God, and all hings shall be added
thereunto." Jesus will raise your head
and make you new man. Go to Him,
oh my brother.
Will you not write few words to your
own home 1t may indeed be bite
task : but may it prove to be blessing
Do try to overcome every obstacle look
down deep into your heart and see II there
is not wish to remember your sister,
your own aneclionale and anxious sister,
HARRIET BARTER.
p. S.-Please write, dear brother, and
will then tell you so many things that
will interest you. H. D.
TO Richard A. Barter.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

R@ Mr.. Charles 0. Lambert had in
marke, on Thursday morning of last week
a Lamb between and 6 months old,
weighing 10! lbs. Sill ahead Martin.
"Dry up"
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

Coughs, Colds, Bronchitis, Asthma,
Group, Uhoopiag Cough, Diseases Of
The Throat and Lungs, and Pulmonary
affections Of the severest kind,are quick
ly cured by that long tried and faithful
remedy,
DR.. Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry.
SAYS well known Editor This Is
iruly Balsam and blessing 10 invaIlds.
|, contains the pure balsamic principle oil
Wild Cherry, the balsamic properties OF
tar and of pine. lis ingredients, which
mingled after the true principle OF chemls-
try. are all balsamic, and therefore II is
safe and sure in effect. Coughs, Colds,
Consumption, and Bronchial troubles dis
appear under lis balsamlc influence as
though charmed away. Probably no
medicine has ever attained so extended a
sale or accomplished so much good as
This renowned Bslsan."
Cassvile, Ga, Feb. &c, 1853.
Messrs. Seth w. Fowle & Co., Boston
| Mass.
Gentlemen :-A.ihe request Of your
Travelling Agent, | give you a.sta'emen
Of nv experience in the use of DR.. WIS
lar's Balsam of Wild Cherry. l have
been using it for two years in my family
for Colds and Coughs, and have found
the most etfcacious remedy that | have
ever tried.
For Coughs and Colds in children
kno,C it 10 be an excellent medium.
Respectfully yours,
JOHN II. RICE.
None genuine unless signed |. BUTTS
on the wrapper.
Prepared BY S. W. FOWLE & co.
BosroN. and for sale by VIM. Moulde
and DR.. A. S. Stonebraker, Shepherds
town; Joseph E. ClaggeIt, HarPer's Fer
nv; G. E. Beller & Co.. and K. II. Camp
, bell, Charlestown; G.. B. Hancock, Sum
, mi, Point; Smith & Son, Middle way; lin
berake & Subtitle, RipPon; aud by q
=, dealers everywhere.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

Is Casper Herer, Esq, of Berkeley
County, was thrown from his horse, on
Sunday evening last, and had his shoulder
dislocated, and vas also considerably brui-
sed.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01
SEVERE Snow STORM There was

SEVERE Snow STORM There was a
very severe snow storm in the White
Mountain district, last Wednesday, and
snow is foo, deep in some places above
the ledge, on the path from the Glen.
The old residents say that never since
1916 and II has there been weather oil
equal severity at so early period in the
season. The snow of last winter is now
covered by new drifts, which will doubt
less remain unmelted til next summer.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

N97 Several of our merchants have re-
turned from the eastern cities with their
fall supplies of Goods. Examine our ad-
yertising columns.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

o. AT Cameron Station on the 3. d
o. Railroad. on Monday evening last the
boiler Of Engine No. 81. exploded. killing
John Harriss, engineer, James Dawson,
fireman, and James Winter, conductor,
and seriously woundins several others.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

g. Mr.. John Il. Light will make an
other balloon ascension. IA, Hagerstown.
Md, to-day. the lst OF Oclober, The
Williamsport Guards commanded by
Can't. Herr, and several bands of music
w i'll be present.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

&g+ The Mill dam Of Mr.. John Peach
err, al the Old Furnace, this County, was
destroyed by the late freshet. The loss
of Mr.. p. will be several hundred dollars.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

{& Major W. w. Chapman, Quarter
master al Fort Monroe. committed suicide
on Tuesday la,l BY cutting his throat with
a razor. He assigned no reason for the
rash act.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

He who seldom thinks Of Heaven Is
no, likely 10 get there as The way ~ hi
a mark is 10 keep the eye fixed upon 1t.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

hs= Dan Rice's Circus will exhibit al
Hagers,own on Thursday 9th OF October
and al Boonsboro' on The 7lh.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

A5 Mr.. James, residing near Wheat
land, Loudoun county, Va, lost fifty head
of sleep by the late freshet.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01
LAYING of Corner Stone.

L
! The undersigned committee of arrange
ments, publish the following order of Pro
cesson -
Line of march and Programme to be
observed upon the occasion Of Laying oI
Corner Stone of the Hall NOW under cree.
ton by R. D. Shepherd, Esq } on Thurs
day next, the 9Th of October.
Chief Marshal on Horse,
Band,
Hamtramck Guards
Sons of Temperance,
|. o. .. F.,
Masons,
Mayor and Council Of ShepheFdstown,
Citizens on Foot,
The procession ~ill form at ! O'Clock
A. NJ, with the right resting on German
Street, opposite the Hall OF the |. .. o.
F., and will march down German 10
Princess, up Princess to New,up New TO
Duke, down Duke to German, down Ger.
man to the Building, where the ceremo-
ny will be performed in the following
order:
Prayer,
Laying Of Corner Stone.
Music by Band,
Grafton by A. X. Syesler, Esq,
Music.
After the ceremonies, the several orders
will be escorted 10 their places Of assem-
bling by The Hamtramck Guards.
1t is expected that The different orders
will appoint their orn Marshals 1.-The Chic
10 appoint his aids.
Upon arriving at the Building the or
ders upon the right will take open order
allowing the rear 10 pass 10 the FROM.
through the centre.
L. G. HESKITT,
W Al DJT'rI I'D
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

Up Jumped the delivery solemn,
And Sc, TWO lines 10 fill ibis column.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01
acknowledgements. l, 1850
a. The Virolnla SYNOD Of The luther.

SATURDAY,---.-- l, 1859
.---z-..r..uus.sazzzz--.-zz
g. The Virginia Synod of the Luther,
an Congregation will convene IN this place
on Thursday the 20Ih of October, inst,
and will continue in session for several
DAYS. Rev. Y. J. RICHARDSON, Presi-
dent Of the Synod, will deliver the open
ing sermon on Thursday evening. This
body numbers about 80 ministers, and
each minister will be panied with a
Layman. We understand our citizens
are making ample provisions for the en-
tertsinment of this ecclesiastical body, and
we trust that their advent into this commu-
nifty will tend to produce a beneficial result
and impart sense of pleasure and mu-
tual good feeling TO both ministers and
citizens.
o. The fall term of the Circuit Court
OF Berkeley County commenced It's SEES
sion on Saturday last. John w. Sampson
who was arrested upon the charge of adj
ministering poison to Martha Armstrong
with view of producing an abortion and
died of its effects, had his trial on We'd
nesday, and was acquitted, there being no
evidence sufficient TO convict him.
The case of Levi Porter,who was char
ged with passing counterfeit money, has
been deferred until the next Circuit Court.
Nzs At an election Of Potomac Divi-
sion, No. 60, Sons Of Temperance, held
at their Hall in Shepherdstown, on Tues
day evening last, the following officers
were elected for the ensuing quarter =
JOHN II. ZITTLE. P. w. p.
R.P. MAGRUDER, w. p.
WIN. SYARER, w. A.
II. WINTERMOYER, R. S.
CHARLES HUYETT, A. Il. S.
NATHANIEL BARLEY, F. S.
WIN. G. BUTLER. +.
KEARSLY KERNEY, G,
WIN. BUTLER G.
JOHN r. BALDWIN, |. S.
wv. SHARER, o. S.
REV. J. l.. FRARY, Chaplain.
CT BUTLER, Local Deputy.
Ii gives US pleasure to state that the
membership Of this Division has increased
more during the past quarter than it has
a. any same period during its existence,
and we hope for still larger augmenia-
ton during the ensuing quarter.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1859-10-01

HoHOwaVs Ointment md Pills have
effected another Wonderful Cure Of Sore
Leg.-Anlhony Harrison Scard. Of Mar
tinsburg, Virginia, was sufferer for
twenty. eight years from sore legs, so bad
at times, that human nature could scarcely
bear las they were covered with wounds
and proud flesh. His friends had given
up all hopes of his ever regaInlng The use
of his limbs. as he was in go Plilable
state, the more especially as the doctors
told him it was constitutional. Having
heard from several people the good effects
HoIIoway's Pills had produced IN ca'e'
Of this nature, he made up his mind Il
give them a lrisl; after using them fo
two months and half. he was perecIl,
cured. after being % years cripple, AM
considered beyond human aid
DEPUTY UNITED STATES MARSHAL
KILLED.. ]. Courtney, Deputy Unite
States Marshal, OF the dislric. Of Texas
was recently killed in the town of BirC
vile. that State, BY Col. A. G. Wake
editor of the Brdvile, Union. The in
mediate cause Of the difficulty was III
result Of political discussion, but Iher
had been an old quarrel between then
Col. Walker was held 10 bail 10 the SUI
Of 900.
Saint Paul weekly Minnesotian. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1858-1859, 1859-04-02
DAUGHTERS of MALTA.

The Buffalo Express tells of a sigular dra-
ma that was performed in that city one night
last week. At certain boarding house there
were anumber of gentlemen, with their wives
and goodly number of EAST young men,
stopping The ladies, it appears, had an anxiety
to know something of the Sons Of Malta, and
having ascertained that an order called the
Daughters of Malta existed, gave their mas
culine friends TO peace until they had pro-
missed to procure them admittance. On the
night in question, when the husbands of the
aforesaid ladies were absent, the young scamps
informed the ladies that all was ready, and
they had been especially deputized to initiate
them into the ancient mysteries of the order
of the Daughters OF Malta. An old copy of
Kinks Exposition of Odd Fellowship had been
procured, altered somewhat to suit the Occa-
sion, and each of the actors in the scene had
duly studied and committed his part The
room was prepared the candidates introduced,
and the whole ceremony conducted with
gravity becoming the occasion. 1t is said that
the ladies were delighted with the ceremony,
but that some of their husbands were dispOs-
ed to get mad over it. On ascertaining, how
ever, that the whole affair was conducted
with the strictest propriety, they concluded
to forgive the authors of the hoax, but insist
that none of the higher degrees shall be con-
ferred without their knowledge and consent
first had, and obtained.