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Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
away the men on the outside and the prison
LAWRENCE, Jan. II, P. NJ.

LAWRENCE, Jan. IL, P. M.
Previous to the fire, two sisters were togeth-
er and comparatively unhurt They would
have been rescued. Hearing the roar Of the
flames, they exclaimed Oh, God! we have
got to die" Another woman shreked out
pltcously that the fire was burning her brain,
but the flames soon after silenced her cries.
1t has already been stated previously that
one man cut his throat lest heshould be burn
ed alive. Mr.. Branch, told his friends who
were digging for him that he should resort to
the same means to escape the torture of the
fire. He was persuaded to desist and fortu-
nately, was rescued
The awful death which some died by the
fire was fully attested by their baked and
blackcned form when taken out, not in any
thing like those of human beings.
Early in the morning squad of canyassers
were organized, and the whole city laid out
into small districts. and pretty thorough
canvass was entered into, the men going from
house to house, thereby ascertaining in every
family where persons were, either wounded,
missing or safe The summing up shows that
one hundred and sixty-two were missing. This
embraces all those known to have been killed
and those of which no tidings have been OBJ
tanned. 1t is admitted by those who have
gone into the investigation that .ffty-two per-
sons are yet imoated in the brick and mortar
One hundred and thirty dead bodies have been
removed to the City Hall, Or been delivered
to recognizing friends.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
The Message of the Governor of
Virginia.

Fhe first message of Gov Letcher to
the Legislature of Virginia was sent in on
Saturday. The relations of the Free and
Slave States constitute the burden of the
Message; and in discussing the topic, the
Governor is full of suggestions. Admitting
that the large majority of Northern people
are loyal to- the Federal Compact he recog-
nizes dangerous minority, whose power for
mischief needs repression. and declares that
it must be repressed. 70 this end he propo-
ses General Convention, to take into consd-
Grafton such amendments of the Federal Con-
stitction as Shall place the rights of the South
beyond question. Should the North decline
to furnish these additional guarantees, then let
the Convention determine the conditions upon
which the two sections of the Union may
peacefully seperate. In the meantime be pro-
doses to dispatch a commission of the most
dignifed Virginians to visit the several free
States where the Fugitive Slave Law is null
flied by special laws, to demand the repeal Of
such enactments. The alternative is not stat
ed A variety Of recommendations as to
arming the State, endowing the military
schools, and otherwise preparing for war, are
embraced in the message
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

gay" A correspondent Of the Hunterdon
Republican, in referring to the late choice Of
orators in the Junior Glass an Princeton Col.
lege, says:
Whilst the voting was going on in Wing
Hall, there occurred disturbance which has
been incorrectly reported to the public, A
Mr. S, of South Carolina was speaking, when
he was interrupted by fellow-member, Gin q
gentlemany manner of course.) At the sec
ond interruption, Mr. S. very Unexpectedly
struck the interrupter three blows with a load
ed cane, and Telling him to the floor at the
second blow and striking third when he fell
as Brooks did Summer He then drew hi.
pistol and aourished it above his head, bu
was prevented from usinf it. The person
struck was not seriously injured.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

nss~ At the election holden by the stock
holders of the Central Bank, at Hightstown,
on Monday the following gentlemen were
elected directors to serve the ensuing year,
viz:
B, Reed, Geo. Hunt, Isaac Nortor, E. G.
Taylor, James A Reed, Isaac Pullen, Corne-
lius Wycof James D. Robbins, r. M Job.
We understand from the report read that
this institution under its new management is
rapidly improving, and in short time will be
enabled to meet ali the wants of business
men, A censummation most devotedly wish
ed for.-Ercelsi0r.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

LIFE OF JOHN BRowN.-A Biography of
this remarkable man is to be published at
once, for the benefit Of his family The
author is James Redpath, so prominent in
Kansas annals, an intimate personal friend of
Capt. Brown, and spirited and graphic writ
er. He is probably better adapted for the
task than any other person IN the country
The work will contain an anti biographical
account of Capt. Browns early life. 1t will
be published by Thayer & Eldrdge of Boston,
Mass, and will be an elegant l2mo volume
of 400 pages, with engravings, and will also
contain fine steel portrait of Brown. 90
600 copies are already subscribed for. Its
sale will surpass that of Uncle Toms Cabin"
We understand that the publishers are in
want Of Agents to circulate it in this section.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

sg~ Gov Blaeksnake, the odd Indian,
died at his residence on the Allegheny Reser-
walton, eight miles from East Brooklyn, Cat
taraugus county, New York, December Goth,
at the advanced age of 1913 years. He was
probably, before his death, the oldest Indian
living. He was in the French war previous
to the Revolution; also in the Revolutionary
war, and sided with the Americans. He was
great aid to Washington, acting in the ca
pacity Of runner and bearer of dispatches
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
I. est Freehold Lyceum.

The following question will be discussed be-
fore this Lyceum, on FRIDAY EVENING, Janua-
ry 18th:
Can the existence and attributes of the
Deity be proven from the light of Nature ?"
After the discussion, Lecture will be de-
lvered by Mr. JAcoB.C. LAWRENCE Subject
-" The French Revolution"
The question for Friday Evening Jan. 90
Isl" While is the most Prolific source O
Crime, Poverty, Wealth, Or Ignorance"
S. II. HUNT, Sec'y.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
nssg- The Newark Advertiser saws. An

ssg~ The Newark Advertiser says: An in
teresting decision was made by Justice Sanford
this morning in a civil suit. One man sued
another for payment for the board Of his wife
for sixteen months, at Sc month The de-
PENDANT set up that he had advertised his wife
and given public notice that he would pay no
debts of her contracting. The Justice decided
that while this might serve as warning, it
was 10 legal way of getting clear of the wife's
liabilities; that the husband in the eye of the
Law was liable for the wifes debts, so long as
she continued such Judgment was accord
iogly given for the plaintiff in the full amount
claimed.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

ssg- The regular quarterly and annual
meeting of the Mercer County Medical Soci-
ETY. was held at the Mansion House, in Prince
ton, on Tuesday afternoon, Jan I'd
The following officers were elected for the
ensuing year.
President--Charles Hodge
Vice President-J H. Janeway.
Treasurer Wolverton.
Secretary-T j. Corsen.
Drs ]. B. Coleman, j. II. Janeway, O. Fl
Bartlne and I. j. Corson were elected dele
CATER to the State Medical Society
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

seg All additional SQUARES charged in the same
proportion
~ Yearly Advertisers have the privilege 81
changing their advertisements quarterly.
t-5- All SPECIAL NOTICES must be paid for extra
at the rate of from so cts. to 81, and upwards
according to their length.
sg- Notices of meetings, whether public or OF
societies, considered advertisements, and
charged accordingly.
~ Money for advertising is due any time after
The first insertion.
~ Subscription to Paper 81 so per annum, in
ADVANCE. If payment be made within thirty days ii
will be considered as advance but if permitted ia
averrun that time TWO DOLLARS will be demand,
I'd. The money tor subscription is due at the time
Of Subscribing and will be considered coectabe at
ana time thereafter.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
wv EpNEspAY. January II.

The House to-day, by vote of 81 to- 2T,
declared the seat of Joel NJ johnson, Member
elect from the Second District of Passaic
County, vacant, on the ground that he had
been convicted of conspiracy in the Bergen
Oyer and Terminer Court, which crime it is
said makes him ineligible,
The Governors Message was read 1t takes
strong Union ground; regards the dissolution
of the Union as very remote; declares against
the African Slave-trade; favors registry law;
hopes the tariff will be increased; speaks of
interference with the fishing interest by New
Workers; urges retrenchment, and recommends
various measures to shat end
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Containing 90 Acres.
HOUSE & LOT AT PRIVATE SALE.

THE SUBSCRIBER OFFERS AT PRIVATE
i Sale his House and Lot on Main Street. Free
hold N. j. The House is nearly new aud very
convenient. There is good we'll OF water at the
door Also. BARN SHOP, and other out build
iogs The Lot is 70 feet front, by S0J deep There
is variety Of Fruit Trees on said Lot The fences
are in good repair, and the property very desira-
bic ore Said House and Lot is situatcd in the up
per part OF the village, adjoining the residences OF
Daniel D. Denise, and b. b Esteli
Persons wishing to purchase good and pleas
antly located property, should call and view the.
premises. Terms will be made easy.
tg If not Sold by thu LIST of March.
next 1t VIII be for rent. Possession given on the
ISL of april EPHRAIM ROBINS.
January 5, 1860. If
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Funny Attitude.

If there ever was more ludicrous specta-
Gle than that presented by the Southern De-
mocracy at this moment, history has not re-
corded it. They are raving crazy to destroy
the Union, and all the time insisting that the
North must save it. 1--WE aoiN dissolve the
Union" they say ave are bound to do it,
We are aching for chance to begin Why
don't yon Northern men stop us ? 1t is your
business to save the Union We can't do it,
and we won't think of trying. Here we are
fairly splitting our breeches to split the Union,
and you won't do anything to prevent it
Don't you know if you 60 on in this way the
Union must come in two?" This is exactly
the attitude of the screamers of secession.
Now the North, sitting very sedately in its
own place, and looking up to these terrific
yelIers, says: Why, I'm not doing anything
to the Union. Ny end of it is going to stick
till the last day in the morning l don't see
bit of danger except what you are making.
Save your own end, and there will be no trou-
ble." Yes" says Democracy, that's all
very WELL but if you don't let us have our
own way you will drive US to disunion. Why
don't you give up and let us do as we please !?
Don't you see that you endanger the Union
every moment that you hinder us ?" "Oh,
yes" says the North see. You are like
the old Quaker when his wife caught him kiss
ing the servant girl. Wife, said he if thee
don't quit peeping thee'll make trouble in the
family So you say North, if you don't
quit stopping our pranks you will make trou
bic in the Union If you want che Union
torn in two, tear away. l want it as it is,
and mean it shall stay So"
Whoever has read the debates in Congress
during the present session, must have been
struck with the respective attitudes of the par
ties of the Union, which. the above dialogue
family, but accurately demonstrates. Indian
apolis Journal 3D.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
VALUABLE REAL ESTATE

A TPRIVATE SALE.-THE SUBSCRIBER OF.
II fers for sale the Farm on Which hfg son. H.
Duncan resides, in the township Of Manalapan,
county Of Monmouth, N j.,
Containing 90 Acres,
10 acrss of which is WOODLAND. The Farm ia
under good cultivation, soil loomY, and is situated
about IL miles from EngllshtoEn Station. from
which place two trains rim daily to and from. tho
cities Of New York and Philadeli ha, and 10 miles
from Middetown Point
The improvements are a large DWELLING
housE, nearly new, large Barn, Cow House, Wag-
on House and good well of water at the door
Terms made easy. Any person wishing to view
the premises can call me, on the adjoining farm
or on W. II. Duncan, on the Farm
January S, 1850. 4w
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

TEA GRowING.-Our Congressional Repre-
sentative, Hon. John L. N. Stratton, says the
State Gazette, writes us to know who of our
citizens may be DESTROYS of experimenting in
Tea growing. The Patent Office proposes to
furnish each Representative with a few plants
to scatter among their constituents, on con-
lition that the person to whom they are sent
will pay express charges from Washington
City. Such of our citizens as would like to
experiment in Tea growing will please hand in
their names at this Office
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

ssS~ The Grand Rapids (NIichigan) Enqui-
rer has the following oodchlling item: " A
most frlghtfnl occurrence took place in the
town of Bloomer, Montcalm county, on Thurs
day, the 18th inst At the raising of large
barn, couple Of small boys were PLAYING
with large broad-axe, when one of them sug,
gested to bis playmates to lay his his head on
block and let him cut it off; which was
done, and the sharp heavy axe instantly sew
cred the head from the body Of the little fell
low. just at this instant large bentD of
the frame was poised in mdar; but the men
Engaged in raising it were so shocked at the
sig ht that they let go their Cd, when the
hrge tmbers with tremendous rash, fell
to the ground, killing three men instantly.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
SPAIN AGAINST MoRocco. Paris cor

SPAIN AGAINST MoRocoo.---The Paris cor
respondent of the Commercial Advertiser
writes that the war between Spain and Mo
rocco has been conducted thus far somewhat
rndely, but what surprises most people is the
fact that in every instance the MoorS are the
attacking party, and what is more, conduct
themselves in manner to show to the world
that they are not so far in arrears in the art
of war, as they were supposed to be. Not
only do they fight with great bravery, but it
appears tolerably clear that if they were not
outnumbered, they would be able to hold theis
soil inviolate from foreign aggression.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Monmouth County Agricultural
Society.

THE THIRD ANNUAL MEETING OF THE
Il Monmouth Co. Agricultural Society, will be-
held at the Court House, in Freehold, on THURS
DAY, the 10Th day of January, 1860, at 10 o'clock,
A. NJ, tor the purpose of eecting officers to serve
the Society the ensuing year, ard to receive the re-
port Of the Field Crop Committee and such other
business as may come before them AS this is a
most important meeting, it is earnestly hoped that
all who feel All interest in the welfare of the Society
will be present.
JOHN C. SMOGK, Sse'y.
December 30, 1859 4w
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Quill au0 Scissors.

By A Mr.. Mappan has just recovered a
verdict of $4,000 damages against the Cam
den and Amboy Railroad, for personal nju-
ries received while passenger on the cars of
said company
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

ExAMPLE.-One watch set right will
do to try many by; but, on the other
hand, one that goes wrong may be the
means OF misleading awhole neighbor-
hood; and the same may be said Of the
example we individually set to those
around US. ~~8t
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

New JERSEY STATE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY,".
The annual meeting Of the New Jersey
State Agricultural Society will be held at
Temperance Hall, in Trenton, on Tuesday,
the seventeenth day of January, instant, at
eleven o'clock, A. NJ, when the election of
officers and other business of Importance will
be attended to.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

esg- William W. Mershou, of Lawrence
township, sold in New York, last week
one turkey weighing thirty-one and hall
pounds, at fifty cents pound. The turkey
was raised by Mr. John B. Reed of Lawrence,
who says that he took no particular pains in
fatting it-allowiug it to run with others of
the flock Can any of the farmers of New
Jersey beat Trenton Gazette.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

NEWSPAPER CHANGE-The Camden West
Jerseyman, which for a number of years past
has been edited aud published by 2. J. Gray,
Esq, one of the oldest editors in this State,
has during the past week, passed into tn ehands
of a Mr.. Newbold, recently of New York
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Personal

INFORMATION WANTED OF THE wBEREA-
pouJs OF FRANCIS KING. by his brother Joseph.
When last heard from he was in Freehold anv;
information concerning him may be addressed to-
the eihce ofthe Monmouth Weekly Herald. or to
me, at the New York City Post Office.
January s 1850 In:
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

B1 Lynch, the murderer, sentenced to be
hung in Burlington County, raves terribly,
and makes the most wicked threats against
several persons, if he should manage to es-
cape A petition is tP be circulated for the
communication of his sentence.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Speech of Cassius M. Clay.
FRANKFORT. XIV, Jan. Ii. 1856

FRANKFORT, Ky, JAN II, 1860.
.Cassius NJ. Clay spoke last evening to a
vast audience from the portico Of the State
House, the doors of which had been closed on
him. He avowed being an Rmancipationist,
and indicated the patriotism Of Mr.. Seward.
There was no disturbance
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

1G- The common opinion is, that we
s should take good care Of our children at
all seasons of the year, but it is well
enough in the winter to let them slide.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

In Freehold, on the 5th inst by Rev b. W Col
lier JOHN CRAWFORD, to MARY ELIZABETH
VANDERHOOF. 80:
On the 9TH inst, by Rev t r. Tayler Mr.. RICH
ARD Z. HAGAMAN, and Miss HENRIETTA,
daughter of Mr.. John Clayton, of LokersoHs Cor
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

baS~ The Court of Pardons have refused to
grant a Pardon to Patrick Maude, as no ev-
idence Of bis insanity was produced He will
therefore be hung in Newark to-day.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
FOR PRESIDENT I'm 1850
WIT. z. DAYTON
Of New Jersey.
CONGRESS.

No Speaker yet. Mr. Sherman still re-
tains his old vote, being three short of an cleo
ton. The time of the House is almost en-
tirely consumed in useless debate
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Desirable Village Property
AT Private Sale 7

THE SUBSCRIBER OFFERS FOR SALE HIS
Il House and Lot, Situate-on the corner of South
and ELM street Freehbld fronting Throckmorton St.
and opposite, ION Elm street. the residence of B
Randolph, Esq. The House is new and commodil-
Gus, built in modern Cottage STYLE with Kitchen at
tached. There is a good cellar under the whole
On the first and second floors, there are ten rooms
- five on each. The material in this building is
- excellent, and the workmanship unexceptiona-
be- The lot fronts SO feet on South street, aud
l02 on Elm. ALs0,-Adjbining,t the above.
Two building Lots
beautifully located on Ella street, and very desra-
BILE for private residences.
Also, adjoining the above building lot on Elm
street, &c feet front by sc feet deep There is on,
this lot new Barn, with well Of excellent water
in front
All of this property is enclosed with good fence.
1t will be sold in lots above described or all to-
gether. as may be desired Also,
A House and Lot at Jerseyville,
thriving little settlement, 2 IL miles from Free.
hold This property adjoins lands of MIR. Henry
Tunis. The lot contains about three-quarters of am
acre of first rate land well adapted for trucking
The House is Is by 20 feet, two stor es high. with
Kitchen attached, good cellar underneath. we'll
of excellent water near the door and all necessary
convenienees. An examination efthis building will
satisfy any one that il is well finished and conven-
iently arranged. There is also Blacksmi h ShoD,
on the los, and the stand is considered first rate
one for chat business.
For further particulars, apply to the subscriber
or 70 B. f. Randolph, Esq.
December 30, 1859 "a
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

B@- CoURrs.-The County Courts of Mer-
Ger, Cumberland, Salem, Ocean, and Hudson
ara now in session.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12

Bs~ 1t is said that the Cranberry crop
brings $4,000 annually to Ocean county, N.
Jersey
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Notice of Dissolution.

THE COMPREHENSIVE OF SHINN & BEDLE
L is this day dissolved by mutual consent-E B.
Bede purchasing the interest of George W. Shinn.
The Books Notes, &C., will remain at the old stand
and either party is authorized sign in settlement.
GEORGE W. SHINN,
L. B. BEDLE.
January 2, 1860. If
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Notice of Partn ership.

u B. BEDLE, HAS ASSOCIATED WITH HIM
IL. JOSEPH S. CoNovER, of Freehold, for the
transaction of the Mercantile Business, at the old
stand Of Shinn & Bedle, in tie name of
E. b. BEDLE & CO.
Freehold Jan. 2, 1860. janlltf
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
Wen advertisements,
Terms Of Advertising.

y TWELVE LINES MAKE \ SQUARE. n
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1860-01-12
MARRIAGES.

Courtship is the poetry of life,
But marriage is the sober prose.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1860-07-13
GENERAL NEWS SUMMARY
BOSTON AND VICINITY.

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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1860-07-13

lake with a picnic party of dozen young Ia.
dies, when they discovered Mrs. Cleveland
standing alone in the water, with three small
children near her upon the shore. Words are
weak to express the feeling which this dread
ful occurr nee has awakened in the c9mmuni-
ty Mr. Nichols was a clergyman in the visor
OF his manhood and apparently in the very
beginning of his usefulness His ministra-
tons had been highly acceptable to his church
and congregation, and seemed to be partcu-
larry attractive to young men, Mrs. Nichols
was very warmly esteemed by those who
knew her. The deepest sympathy is felt for
Mrs Cleveland, who is frantic at the loss of
husband, sister, and two children. God help
her We can say no more Why should We?
When such calamties come home to US as a
society, we hear again the voice OF inspiration
addressed to each one Of us-"Be still and
know that am God "