davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30
HED COUNTY, Pa BY UMEAR GOODRICH

casional exhibitions Of anger Col John Spald-
ing of that neighborhood, and Zebulon Butler
Of Wilkes-Barre, having agreed to establish a
store in partnership, Spalding desired me to
take to Wilkes Barre one thousand dollars in
silver. My saddle bags were stuffed with small
coarse bags labeled and tied, said to contain
the amount, for which no receipt was asked or
given The saddle bags were broaght out amid
the jokes of the throng, without the slightest
reserve or concealment, every person present
knowing the value of the load, and having
been late delayed, it was about four o'clock,
the hour for the dismisson of the troop aud
proceeded on my journey. Judge Gore living
at the lower point of Sheshequin, my way led
me out the settlement thro' the woods and
along one Of those tremendous break-neck pas
SeS where the road bad been dug out along the
breast of the river mountain With my load
| was compelled to travel slow, twilight set in
and darkness followed When it is considered
that [ was alone, unarmed, and the position
favorable for an attack, it may be regarded as
matter of surprise that not sensation of fear
crossed my mind. Having Travelled ten or
twelve miles, | stopped at a small log cabin at
the foot Of Break-neck, told them was heavily
laden, it was dark, and could not not to Mo
sher's till late The old man helped me lift IF
my saddle bags of money which we hung upon
a loom that occupied half the floor Ny horse
was fed with corn at the door, for they had
neither barn nor Shed. Ny saddle for pillow
blanket spread upon the floor before the fire,
and as comfortable supper as the cottage
afforded, were my preparations for the night
Morning found every thing safe, aud proceed
ed on my way having yet two days severe
labor to perform before could reach Wilkes
Barre
This incident regard as beautiful illus
tration of the character of the eaIly settlers
The temptation was very great to pers rs gen
orally opoor as they were. The possibility Of
obtaining the prize and escaping detection ad-
ded to its strength The perfect confidence ex
hibited by the Cores and Spadings who knew
them well, is evidence Of their moral honesty
The violence committed upon the surveyors was
undoubtedly wrong, but the inference is, that
they believed it right to prevent the survey of
their plantations which might be followed by
ejectmentS, which were sure to result in the
overthrow of what they deemed their rightful
possessions.
1t would be bold, not to say n rash eXper-
iment, and should prefer not to be the carrier
under similar circumstances, at this tate aud
enlightened period, of that tempting treasure
after night over the break-neck mountain.
All which is respectfully submitted
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30

THE CAUSE OF THE EUROPEAN TToCBLE.-
What is the cause of the misunderstanding that
has Just taken place in Europe? According to
an Intelligent contemporary, Austria claims that
she rightly owns and controls Lombardy and
Venice. that she has a right to control them
as she sees fit, that in order to do this she
must maintain with the several neighboriug
Italian States such an influence as will render
her Lombardy-V Venitian sovereignty safe. There
fore she keeps up u partial military occupancy
of the Central Italian States, and virtually
rules in all Italy. Sardinia is the only large
Italian province which is an exception There
Austria has no power, and the policy of Sal
dinia, which is favorable TO the establshm. Mt
of constitutional Governments in Italy, is hos
tile to that Of Austria, which tends to the
maintenance of the stricteSt military despOtism.
Sardinia, and France, sympathizing with her,
IN the contrary. claim that the Austrian occH-
patton of Italy is injurious in its effects on the
Italian States, prevents the development of that
country. and is virtually in violation of the trea-
ties and compactS of 1915 They demand the
abandonment of the Austrian occupation in It.
ally and the Sardlnian frontier, aud that Aus
tria shall cease to exercise any more control IN
Italian affairs than the other great Powers. -
These demands Austria refuses to comply with,
alleging that her policy in Italy is necessary to
her owa protection in her own dependencies of
Venice and Lombardy. These matters have
been in controversy for three years France
and Sardinia proposed in 1855 the cons:dera-
tion OF this subject by the Congress of the Eu
ropean Powers. Austria would not consent to
this
Diplomatic negotiations were carried on
however, between France and Austria, bat the
difference has grown wider and wider the long
er the discussion has continued, until now they
propose to settle the whole affair by a resort to
arms.
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30

Was Moscow BURNED mo story has been
more generally told nor more fully credited
than that relating to the destruction of the
great city Of Moscow, in 1912 by fire. Yet,
Moscow was not burned Around the vast
city is an almost continuous line of wood-pie-
various species Of pine and other woods By
The side of this, and also reaching around the
city, is an almost continuous liae of granarieS.
Here are the food and fuel of the inhabitants,
provided. in advance, for the long and dreary
winters. The Russians set fire to the granaries
aud the wood-pil6 and to many portions of the
city. After the battle of Borolino the retiring
pitch burned with reSistless fairy, destroyed
everything in its neighborhood, and rendering
egresS from the place almost impossible The
gIoronS old churches and palaces of the ancient
city Of the North escaped, in the main the de-
vourng element The traveller who looks upon
the mighty structures the architecture of which
il the most varied character-betray ing the
labor, npon 'he same building, in many cases,
of heatbea Mahomedan and christian denomi-
nations will go away convinced that he has
been marvelouSy deluded by the stories of the
destruction of Moscow lie will naturally in
qnire how those trees which require centuries
to grow, became iuterocked with huge piles of
building which he has been taught to believe
have all sprung into existence since 1912.
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30

LET IT ALoNE.-It is a common assertion in
regard to error Let it alone. it will die of it.
self" But such is not the case Every wrong
every error and all the faISehoodS which curse
the world. will exist until earnest and fearless
men have nobly labored to rcfute and destroy
them. You might as well sit down in a burn
ing house and expect the fire to go out Of its
own accord, as for error to expire until reason
arises to combat it. Let every one, therefore,
who has it in his power to destroy error or es-
tabIish truth, pnt his hand to work, and labor
with all the zeal and energy God has conferred
upon him.
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30

PEACE-Peace is better than JOY. Joy is an
uneasy guest, and always on tip toes to depart
1t tires and wearies US out and yet keeps us
ever fearing that the next moment it will be
gone Peace is not so--it comes more quiet
ly, it stays more contentedly, and 1t never ex-
hausts our strength nor gives US one anxious
forecasting thought. 1t is the gift # Cod
promised to all His children and if we have
it in our hearts we shall not pine for JOY, though
its bright wings never touch us while We tarry
in the world.
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30

nsy~ BY steamboat explosion on West
ern river passenger was thrown unhurt in
to the water, and nt once struck out lnstIy for
the shore, blowing like a porpoise the while.
lie reached the bank almost exhausted, and
was caught by a bystander aud drawn out,
painting:
Well, old fellow" said his friend, +" had a
lard time, eh?"
T" Ye-yes, prc-ptetty hard considering
Wasn't dom it for myself, though was a.
workin' for one O. them insurance Offices in
New York. Got a policy on my life, and
wanted to save them +; didn't care"
Esge Do all the gool you can in the world,
and make as little noise as possible.
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30
geIetttA 4oetrp.
BY CHARLES SWAIN
THE CHILD AND THE ANGELS.

BY CHARLES SN AIN
The Sabbath sun was sitting slow,
Amidst the clouds of even;
4" Our Father "-breathed voice below
Father who art in Heayen!"
Beyond the earth-beyond the cloud
Those infant words were given;
" Our Father" angels sang aloud
Father who art in Heaven f"
" Thy kingdom come still from the ground
That childlike voice did pray;
"Thy kingdom come '-God's hosts resound
Far up the starry way
Thy will be done with little tongue
That lisping love implores;
" Thy will be done the angelic throng-
Sing from seraphic shores.
" Forever still those lips repeat
Their closing evening prayer;
" Forever floats in music sweet
High, midst the angels there
Thine be the glory eyermOre,
From thee may man ne'er sever
But every Christian land adore
Jehovah God forever!
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30
J U N E .
BY A PRACTICAL MAN.

Keep closely barred your frigid gates
o, shivering month of June,
Till | have made a thicker coat,
And warmer pantaloon.
I'd like to hire a man to stop
Each crevice in the sky;
Though rain may benefit the crops,
I'm not a crop-nOt l.
| wouldn't tread your ieaky courts
On pain of cold or chill,
Unless | had two good stout boots
And patent umbera.
Then closely bar your frigid gates,
o, shivering month Of June,
Till have made thicker coat,
And warmer pantaloon.
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30

MANNERS MAKE THE MAN-Manners are Of
more Importance than laws. Upon them, in a
great measure, the laws depend. The law
touches us but here and there, now and then
manners are what vex or Soothe, corrupt, or
purify, exal; or debase, barbarize or refine u.s.
10y constant steady uniform, insensibe oper-
alton, like that of the air we breathe They
give our whole lives their form and color Ac-
cording to their quality they form or destroy
morals
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30

A woman about to sign deed, the Judge
asked her whether or not her husband compell-
ed her to sign He compel me y said tie
Amazon mo, nor twenty ike him"
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1859-06-30
TOWANDA:

Thursday Morning, June 80, 1852
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26

MEMS EYES WILL WANDER.-Shoy
but strip of white stocking above
your boot, a bit of embroidered skirt
or a Balmoral land you may lead New
Y orker by the nose all over Manhattan.
though all Wall street stand waiting
for him. | have positively seen gentle
men stand at the ferry gates when their
arms were.half broker with bundles, ca
gerly bobbing their heads this way and
that to catch sight Of the gaiterboots as
they alighted from the various omnibus
es. And not all young men either, but
gray-headed old dodgers, who had
grandpa written all over them. "Why
should woman care about it, if her
ankles be pretty % "Care % 1t may
be just p ossibie that if an exhibition is
fore-ordained and inevitable, she may
prefer to choose her audience. Tanny
Fern.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
his timely aid, will doubtless echo our
sentiments. Chicago Sunday Leader

COPS PROTECTION TO THE YOU'VE
DEER.--An old Canadian hunter de-
clares that the reason why the wild
deer were not killed when Young {as
they only breed once year, and are
always surrounded by other animals
which prey upon them, as dogs, wolves,
bears, panthers, &c., is, that ''no dogs
or other animals cus, smell the track of
a doe or fawn, while the latter is too
young to take care of itselfr' He sta
ted that he had often seen it demon
strated. He had taken his dogs over
the ground when he had just before
seen them pass, and they would take
no notice of the track, and could not
be induced to follow when taken to the
spot while they would instantly discover
the track of any deer not having young
ones. This is but one proof of the
adaptation of the natural laws to pre-
serve life when it most needs protec-
tion.-i& Paul Pioneer and Democrat
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
The Deacon and the freshmen.

Under this head we find the follow
ing amusing story going the rounds:
A few months ago, as Mr.. ingalls,, of
Swampscoott, 4. l., was travelling
through the western part of the State
of New York, he fell in with an Irish
man who had lately arrived in this
country, and was in quest OF brother
who came before him and settled IN
some of the diggings in that vicinity.
Pat was strong, athletic man, a
true Catholic, and had never seen the
inside Of Protestant church. 1t was
a pleasant Sunday morning when broth
cr ingalls, met Pat, who inquired the
road to the nearest church. ingalls,
was good and pious man. He told
Pat he was going to church himself,
and invited his newmade friend to
keep him company thither, (his place
of destination being a small Methodist
meeting house near by There was
great revival there at the time, and one
of the deacons (who by the way was
very small in stature) invited brother
Ingalls, to take q seat in his pew. He
accepted the invitation, and walked 10,
followed by Pat, who looked in vain to
find the altar, &c. After he was seat
ed, he turned to brother ingalls, and,
in a whisper which could be heard ali
around, inquired:
"Sure, an isn't this hiritick church?n
"IIush,' said Ingalls,, eff you speak
a loud word they will put you out"
and faith, not a word will I spake
at all, y replied Pat.
The meeting was opened with prayer
by the pastor. Pat was cycling him
very closely, when an old gentleman
who was standing in the pew directly
in front Of Pat, shouted "Glory -
''Hist, We clear demon" rejoincd Pat,
IN his load whisper, which was plainly
heard b. the minister, "bo dacent and
don't make BLACKBOARD Of yourself"
l'ne parson grew more and more fer
want in his devotions. Presently the
deacon uttered an audible groan.
Hist, We bIackguard, have We no da-
cency at all, at alp" said Pat, at the
same tinc giving the deacon push in
the ribs which nearly caused him to
Jose his equilibrium. The minister
stopped, and extending his hand IN a
Nnppllcating manner. said,
"Brethren, we cannot be disturbed
IL this way. Will some one put that
1nan out? :"
"Iis, voar riyerence," shouted Pat,
Il will - and suiting the action to the
word, he coIlared the deacon, and, to
the utter horror and astonishment of
1he pastor, brother ingalls,, and the
whole congregation, he dragged aim
through the aisle, and with a tremcn-
aious kick he landed linn III the yesti-
bule Of the church.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26

SlILLFUL SURGICAL OPERATIoN.-A
YoUSG GIRL BLIND FROM BIRTH IN
SANITY MADE TO SEE We were in
aited to witness surgical operation Oh
Thursday last, the results of which
were So gratifying to all present, par
ticuIarly SO to the subject, that we take
great pleasure i'll giving publicity to
the occurrence.
Mss Alice G. Wedge, daughter Of
Joseph Wedge, farmer of Piattsville,
Kendall Co, aged eight and half
Years, has been blind from her birth,
until Thursday last, when she instantly
received sight through a skilIful opera
ton performed by DR.. +. 4. Caldwell,
late Of Toronto, &. W, and now Of
this city. The operation was perform
ed in presence of several distinguished
lnodica! gentlemen of this city and
others, who expressed themselves III
glowing language over its happy re-
suits
The disease which had so completely
obscued the vision of the child, is
termed, in professional parance, catar-
skill, steady hand, and perfect
knowledge of that delicate organ, the
eve. The whole time consumed II the
operation did not exceed a half min
te--the light of day at once burst up
"n those hitherto sightless eyes, and
she had a realizing sense of the gran
deur of material things before her. 1t
was intensely interesting to witness the
surprise depicted on her countenance,
as various articles were exhibited to
her She knee nothing about them
even hand held before she could not
designate by name. But she will not
long remain unfamiliar with the beau
ties which this new born faculty will
disclose to her astonished vision-and
among the pleasant and delightful OBJ
jects she will be permitted to look upon,
we opine, the face of DR.. F. A. Cad
we'll will be the one most calculated to
inspire her with heartfelt enthusiasm
and admiration.
DR. Caldwell, few days since per-
formed very successful operation upon
the eyes of Mr.. Samuel Sherman,
who had been blind for several years,
now stopping at the house of 2. W.
Gates, Esq, of this city. 1t consisted
in extracting cataracts through an arti-
fetal opening made with knife in the
front Of the eye. In less than ten min.
utes after the operation, Mr.. Sherman
could readily recognize those he knew
although he had not been able to do SC
for years.
We take pleasure in adding that DIR
Cadwell's operations during his sojourr
among us, in upwards Of one hundred
and fifty cases, has been most success
full AS an occulist and aurist, he If
unquestionably the most skillful prac.
toner in the West, and we congratu
late him heartily on bis success. Those
who have been made happy through
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
Why will you Delay?

Why will you neglect that disease which is
akins such deep root, and which gives you
warning by that hacking cough, that you ara
fast ripening for eternity? Why encourage
that pain in the side, The raising Of blood those
night sweats, or that difficult breathing, which
silently whisper in your ear that something
must be done to save YOU from the grave of the
eonsumpi7e? Why act SO carelassly by per
hitting that disease to destroy your health, and
hasten you to the tomb frsm whence no travel
er ever yet returned?
SILENCE THAT DREADFUL COUGH!
or death mls. carry you TO your silent grave.
Why delay while there is yet hope? Consump-
ton is caused by impure humors of the blood
being deposited in the cells Of the lungs: hence
the lungs are ike spring Of water, when rolled
up by the dire or mud, if clsar water constant
~ flows through the springs, impurities or mud
Will be conveyed away by the pure water Just
50 with the blood when kept in clean er pure
state; as 1t constantly flows through the lungs,
it carries away all corrupt mattsr, and perfect
health will be the result. From two to four
Pills taken every night or every other night, or
enough to keep the bowels regular, will in a
reasonable time cure consumption. The reason
these Pills are used more than all others, is be-
cause they are made of purifying vegetables,
and cleanse the body from al corrupt matter,
and drive out disease of every description,
quicker and in mider way than any other
Pills.
DR.. Morse's Indian Root Pills are sold by
Benchley Philleo and by all dealers in Medi-
cines
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
FOR SALEI

A LARGE, commodioas house for Tavern
n Stand, with Il acres of land, pleasantly To-
Gated in the village of .Westfeld, Marquette
Co., Wis. ar, $3.50 80 d
Also, Farm FIVE miles southwest of West
field, containing $50 acres-80 acres under
good improvements, with good leg house and
we'll. IS
Also, SO acres Of land two miles south west
Of Westfeld.
For particulars, enquire Of
J, FoOD. Grand Earid.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
Cabinet Il Turning Establishment
WIN. R. FRISBIE L. BROTHER,

WIN. R. FRISBIE L. BROTHER,
MOULD inform the Inhabitants of Grand
w Rapids and vicinity, that they have COM
menced the above business at Barkers Mill, and
intend to keep on hand, and to make to order,
all articles in the above line One of the firm
is an experienced Turner; and from their facil-
tiles and knowledge of the trade, they fatter
themselves of giving satisfaction to all who ia
vor them with their patronage They will also
make Chairs, Window Sash, Blinds, Doors, &c.
n. B.-LUMBER and SHINGLES taken in pay
nient for work Please give us call.
Bakers Mills, February, 1858 1Of
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
80 Mr.. Bailey. the contractor. has

- MI. Dalley, the contractor, has
been putting the dam ahead with a good
deal of energy for the past two weeks.
The crib work is about filled with stone,
and covering of tree work is nearly
across. Should the weather be favora
bic, the tree work will probably be
completed this week, and the filing
with stone and tightening up in two or
three weeks Those who have watched
the process Of construction this winter
have full confidence in the permanence
ofthe whole structure; and its near com
pletion is fast driving the blues from
those who We're troubled with them;
and our people are beginning to talk
of various building operations, and the
revival ofbusiness gcnerally.-KiDoeu1a
Mirror.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
EMPIRE SALOON & BILLIARD RQ0M

THE subscriber has recently, fitted up and put
L in the first running order, in Nerves Block
two Billiard Tables with State beds, from the
celebrated mandatory of Otis, Field & Co.,
where the admirers of this beautiful game can
while away their leisure moments in a rational
and pleasing manner. The Bar will always be
supplied with the choices Liquors and Cigars.
A Restaurant is also connected with the Saloon,
where visitors can be accommodated in the Gu
linary line, gotten up in the very best style by
experienced Cooks.
A Livery Stable is also kept in good running
order, where parties can obtain conveyances
for all parts Of the country. A. EATON.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
CENTRAEEA HOUSE.
Wagon-Making & Blacksmithin

I'M CENTRALI
NORIVEAU & HAMILTON are now prepared
~ to execute all orders in repairing wagons
and sleighs, or anything in the Blacksmithing
line, on the shortest notice and most reasonable
terms. Mill machinery repaired with dispatch
and in a werkmanlke manner. Ok and Horse
Shooting promptly attended to. A sufficient
number of hands will be employed to do any
amount of work that may be called for.
Centralia, Feb. II, 1859. Tiff
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
Fur Caps and Gloves,

such as Beaver, Otter, &c, of different
- styles, and good assortment of Gents
Buckskin Gauntlets, half Gauntlets, Fancy Nit
tens, and Drivers Gloves. These goods have
been bought at auction, and will be sold very
cheap. We ask call. J. HOMER,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26
A. J. WHITE.
Successor to 3. ]. White & ,Cn

No. 10 Courtlandt Street, New York.
DR.. Morses Indian Root Pills are sold b.
Benchley & Philleo, Grand Rapids, and by all
dealers in Medicines
Agents wanted in every town, village and
hamlet in the land. Parties desiring the s-en-
cy will address as above for terms
Price rs cents per box, five boxes will be
sent on receipt of 81, postage paid
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1859-02-26

G. f. WITTER,
ySICian IN d SURGEON.

Practices his profession in all of its branch
es. Particular attention given to Surgery.
Office first door south of the Wisconsin, Ho.
tel, in Eeeves' Block.
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin.