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Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
Rejoicings over Secession.

MOBILE Dec. 81.
The secession Of South Carolina was cele-
brated here this p m. oy the firing of 100
guns. the cheers OF the people and nilitary J
parade. There is great ex itemrnt.
PENSACOLA Fla. Dec. 81.
The seces sion Of south Carolina is greeted
with great enthusiasm mere and a salute Of 100
guns Is being fired in honor Of the event.
MONTGOMERY Ala, Dec 21
Gov. Moore has ordered 100 gun. to be fire
at noon tomorrow in honor OF the secession Of
South Carolina
NEW ORLEANS, Dec 81.
There were general demonstrations OF Joy
thrc ughout the city on the reception Of the
news of the secession Of South Carolina 100
guns we're fired. The Pelican flag wa- unfoli-
ed and impromptu resolutions and speeches
were made by leading citizens. The Marseiiles
and Polkas are the only airs played. The
bust Of Calhoun is displayed, decorated with
q cockaje.
CHARLESTON Dec 81
A grand Minute-Men procession is parading
tonight. The fire aen and military Joined
They serenaded Gov. Pickens Addresses were
mad. by Gen. Jameson, Wm. f. Porter, Gen.
Simmons and The Mayor Great enthusiasm m
prevailed. VITA music. transparencles, dc.
The flag borne in front Of the procession was
hat OF the 5teat4tr IL u nola,
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
Arrival OF q Captured SLAYER.

WAsHINGIos, Dec. ZI.
Tn. Navy Department. has received informa-
tior Of the arrival of the captured SLAYER Par.
ria ct Charleston. No federal officer being
employed to receive her there, the officer 10
command teegraphed for ms ructons. and TIE
Navy Depar tment Instructed him to await
further orders
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
kiMiiPd ParIuPYshiD.

- BLlC NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN
that the Undersigned have formed limited
partnership under the pro. isons of the statute Of
iowa. approved March I'D, iso3 for thc purpose
OF ear yang on he business OF selling hides eath
er hnilng and saidicry hardware, IN the city Of
davenport scott county, Iowa, which said part
nership commences ID ccmhcr llth. 1880 and
terminates on January lst, len3. VII lam Beck
EFT, the special partner, has contri buted nty-
hye hundred dollars capital to the common stock
he business will lie conducted BY the general
partners, WIN. X llaight and !. IL. Sears, under
the firm name Of Haight a sears.
WM. X. HAlGHT.
]. ~. SEARS,
dcc2l WM. BECKETT.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
National and State Convention.

NORFOLK Va. Dec 81
A large meeting OF citizens vas held st
Ashland Hall last evening. Resolutions were
adopted recommending the holding of the Ma
tional and State Convention, opposing coercion
and favoring the arming Of the State. and de-
claring against opening of the African slave
trade. n
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
From st. Louis.

81. Louis Dec. II.
The Democrat Of this morning announces BY
authority that Mr. lincoln has offered Edward
Bates g. at in the Cabinet, end that the latter
will accept the position. and probably be the
Secretary Of the Interior.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
CAMERON wIDDRINGTON.

HOUSE PAINTERS AND GLAZIERS
/ l. No. ., East Third street, Davenport, Iowa
Plain AMI Decorative Paper Hangers, Grainers,
Marblers and Sign Writers.
Mcssrs. G. ". having had upwards of twenty
years experience in the business, guarantee sat
isiaction to all parties entrusting work to them.
~ Paper Hanging in every style, from COM
mon brown paper to the most elaborate decora-
tions.
n. b. Whitening and Wall Coloring lje26.d6m
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
NUMBER 50.
A Complete SUCCESS.

TgAs-rLvANIA La Dec Il
The telegraph cattle recently lsid at Vlck..
hurg. invented and conducted by Wm. H.
Hourman, Of New York city. IL a complete
success. All the diffcuities heretofore encoun-
tered. have heen entirely overcome. and 1t is
working perfectly.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
Wilx UV.,0d.

NOW IS THE TINE TO LAY IN WOOD
for winter use. We have dry kindline vood
A. W per cord. and green wood - Al 81 NJ,
cord, - Ps'
Quick Of you vii b. too late.
jy3l.dH FRINOH nAvrro
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

&. II. ScRrvEs, 80, arborn street Chicago, is
authorized to receive advertisements for this pa
per.
KorADs LAsGDoS, lj5 Randolph street, Chi
cago, are authorized to receive advert Jemens Tor
tnis paper.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
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Fires.

RALEIGH, n G., Dec 90
The Lawrerce Ho'e in thir city, purcha Cd
by governmeit for a Court House and Post
Office, was destroyed hy fire early tits morn
ing. 1t was being temporarily occupied by the
members Of the State Legislature The fire
Va. accidental Lo-s probably from "a 900 Q
81 DUO
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
For Kent.

rU~HE STORE ON THE CORNER OF PERRY
L and secoLd streets, now oc upied by I. H..
Morley 4 Co. Possession given lst January.
Apply u JOHN DALZELL.
Decsmber 1st, lSeo. (dese-dw
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

NOTHING LIKE Ir.-Thc "go ahead"
firm of Devoe & Champion, Rock Island are
In the field again with another "big thing,
lhey wish to Increase their already large trade
aud now cffer to give a aStereoscope and twelve
views to all who buy goods Of them at retail
10 the amount of So between this and January
"a 1851. Ihey have the best stock of TOYS
work Boxes, Ladies Travelling Bags, beautiful
1'f' Books and Holiday goods generally, to be
found west of Chicago The principle they
act ou, 'spend money 10 make money. > alwav.
wins. VI course, every body will avail them.
selves OF this chance TO proeurs stereo,eope
an article which affords 50 much enjoyment to
the family circle.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
An.ua n V nao {

I
fire occurred here early yesterday morn
ing which con samed nearly one-half Of the
business portion Of the town Twelve build
ings we're burned. and property TO the vaIne
OF $4,000 destroyed. About SIS, 900 was
covered by insurance. The fire originated IN
sterns Webster's dry goods store from
chimney
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
CANADA LIQUOR STOa1 i
.NO. So Brady Street.

A SPL E NDID NEW ASSORTMENT OF
"A Foreign and Domestic Wines and orand es
just received and FOR sale low for cash, viz
Superior Old Cognac, of ths bast brands,
Cata"b ba brandy, very fine and pure,
American Brandy, fer cooking purposes,
Fine Old Scotch Whisky,
Old Bourbon and Pye Whisky, guaranteed pure,
Sherry, Port and Madeira Wines, old and prime,
Sparkling Catawha and Champagne Wines,
of the very best brands,
Cherry, Blacs berry and Raspberry Brandy
good for dysentery and diarrhea,
Cider Vinegar Common Vinegar sorghum Svrup.
&c, &C.. &C., &c de-
All of which will be sold at prices to suit the
times, either at wholesale OF retail, by
dec-dtf III. s. RICLEY.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
New York Stock Markets.

NEW YORK, December Il.
Stocks hardly so firm. {. X. i, 4y12 l.. 4
NJ, Is &. 4 C., 60 a |. e. script, 641z NJ. c.,
Al Pan, 30 Hudson, 81 n. YC., IS.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
THOMAS FOWELL'S,
URCC T. FAMILY MEDICINE STORE.
-LATE
.J.1C orr,

40. .BRADY STREET. 40
HAVING ADOPTED THE CASH SYSTEM
IL Of buying and selling goode, am prepared
TO offer at very Low PRICES TO which respectful
ly aall attention Of the public. In addition to my
well selected stock Of
Drugs, Medicines, Toilet Goods, ETC.,
| would solicit your attentioa to new arrival Of
goods by express
BAZIt'S AMANDINE,
FARINA COLOGNE, best BRANDS
LUBlN'5 EXTRACT (sEw pKsvuxERY,)
BENZINE,
Toilet Soaps, American, French and English,
with full assortment Of TEETH, HAIR, CLOTH, uAT
AND NAIL BRUSHES
Alsoa few cases
DARK OTAR u ggK ,NDYs
PALE HENNEsEY BRANDY,
WEsSTEs ia DEKIA.
rO.sl VINE,
PALE sHSi.
Which will be sold exclusively for medical pur-
poses.
A,ooO avanR Cigars
Choice Brands, direct from the importer.
THO2- POWELL.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
EDW ARD =. FRASER

CARPENTER AND BUILDER, AT COATES
~ Patchn's old shop, alley opposite Engine
House on Brady street. apl9-dly
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
TO-DAY'S ADN'TS.


folders OF SCHOOL ORDERS DATED
previous to January lst. lsdo, are requested
r present them - the Secretary, st the Board
Rooms, corner Of Fourth aud BRADY streets, on
Saturdays Of each week, between | aud 4 o'clock
t. u, and obtain in exchange Orders receivable
by the county Treasurer in payment Of Schoo
Taxes. r PtCk
deca2-ilw Seoy of City School board
7Isu JANIS 7 ELIWoOD- SIR: YOU ARE
hereby Lotlhcl that there il now on hle in
the office II the Clerk Of the District Court Of
Scott 60 tnty, State of Iowa, a petitioa ot Julia
ID. E!lwUod, cn ming from you "a divorce from tho
bonds Of mattimouy now subsistng between y,u
and herself FIR tho reason that you have wiltully
deserted and al entei yourself from her, for
period of more thar two years without areasonable
cause therefor.
Vow unless Won appear and answer thereto, on
or before noon ot the second day of the next term
of said Court, TO be begun and holden on the first
Monday az r. rbruary, A. ID. sol. defart will DO
entered against you, and judgment rendered
thereon. DAWSON 4 TRUE,
dec22 ilm Attys for Plaintiff.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

<-DIANOA AND ORGAN MANUFAC-
turer, one door west Of corner
~ S'6th and LeClaire streets, Davenport,
Iowa. All instruments Of my own IN axe warranted
and kept IN order. without charge, five years.
y -Repairng and tuning done at all times
nd in the best manner
DAVENPORT, April Is, 1850 lapllS-dly
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
A. Y. A. ID. KELLY,

)AChERS OF BEEF AND PORK, AMI
oh,ppers OF Live Stock, 81 Brady street.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

SNOW, SNow.-Thosc who awoke
yesterday morning. and most people did,
sooner or later. found the sombre countenance
Of mother earth Handsomely covered bv a
thick veil of the most albuninons snow, in
which the old lady looked ss gay and lovely
as could be- The hearts of those who love to
dash about in sleighs behind fast horses and by
the side of pretty girls, we're made to over
flow with glsdness. We are informed by those
vino came In from the country that there is no
lack of sleighiDg material on the prairies. We
only hope to have more of the same sort. and
tuat it will remain with ms until Spring time
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
j. 4. REID, NJ. d.,

DHI SlCIAN AND SURGEON. OFFICE
1 No. 2S corner Main an Third streets, Dav-
enport, Iowa
Dr. REID can be consulted a: his Office at all
bours OF the day and night unless professionally
engaged. sept25
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
CARDS.

CARDS.
JAS. T. LasE, ow. sxrsNEs.
LANE IL SKlNNEH
4 TToRNEYs AT LAW. OFtICE-CoR-
n sER Of Second and Brady Streets, over
rc. CAMPBELL. JOHN c. BILLS
CAMPBELL s BILLS,
I. TTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW
"A Oihce No. l. Davenport Boca. noy2l-tt
W srr9ARr. JAMES AEAsTRoss
STEW AKT a ARMSTRONG,
A TTORNEYS AT LAW AND NOTARIES
~ puBLTc. OFFICE Nichols Block ( up stairs
Second street, Davenport, Iowa. oct8-tf
GHAs r. ~ rsAA n. ROGERS.
PUTNAM d ROGERS.
4 TTOKNklS AND CoUSSELORS AT Law.
"A OFFICE, Davenport Block, NO. 70, Main st.,
oecond Floor jun7-dtf
JOHN n. CRAWFORD,
4 TTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW,
IA ami Notary Public.
OFFICE E-NickoIl's Block, upstairs jan20
AUsris coRsiS. =. c. DOW. e. BROWN.
COKBGN, DOW BKOWN,
A TToRNEYSAND COUNSELORS ATLAW,
IA ani Notaries Public.
>. T.. BKovS, United States Commissioner
orP'ck Al Macklot Corbns Exchange Of
aco, Davenport, Iowa mar3-tf
GEORGE T.. hCHisEsL,
4 TroRNEY AT LAW AID NOTARf PUR-
"a LIC. OFFICE, No. |. ( up stairs over Smiths
Variety Store, of Brady and second streets
apl6-dly
n cu.0DoN 1Ar,
CONG DON HALL,
4 TT0RNEY AND COUNSELORS ATLAW,
~ and Noraries Pubic. Once North we.
orner et Brady and second streets, upstairs
ntranre On Brady street. July 26-dtf
w. r. CLARK,
4 TTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW, I
~ and Notary Public. metropolitan Block Dav- |
enport, iowa marc II |
Law Partnership.
JSo 7. COOK. J. WILSON DRURY
COOK & DItUKY,
Sacc."rs to C,ok, Dillon & LtndLey
ANE HAVE FORMED A PARTNERSHIP
w for tho practice Of the Law. to which we
March > $50 COOK DRURY.
FRANK rLUNRg. dEo NJ. vANHossN.
PLUMEK n VAN nOsEN,
4 TToRNEYs AND COuNSELoRS AT LAW,
~ ani Notarias Public. Also agents for the
Charter Oak City Fire Insurance Co., Hartford,
Conn, Capital, s5oooOo City Fire Insurance Co.,
New Haven, Conn. Capital, S5oo,O4O.
Once in leClaire Block Davenport. sept |
CLINTON HOUSE,
l,ORNER or CLINTON AND COLLEGE
~ .treo;s, Iowa City, Iowa, j. TausDELL Pro
prletor. augzl-dtf.
BUKrIS HOUSE.
(,ORNER OF IOWA AND FIFTH STREETS
~ Davenport, Iowa. mch22dtf
NEW PENNSYLNANIA HOUSE.
IORNER OF FOURTH AND IOWA SITS.
" Davenport Iowa. DAVIS 4 Sons, Propriotols
FREQ Omnibus to and from tho Office tor
Stages leaving for LsClaire, Princeton Lyons, De-
Witt, Maquokcta, and Anamosa.
Fare One Dollar per day. aug2l-ly
.J.NEvEHANCE.
hkNTlST, SUCCESSOR TO DR.. CHAS.
- GoopRIcu, would invite your attenti on te his
great reduction in prices of Dentistry, and would
invite all persons needing his services to call and
examine work and prices, at his Rooms next door
to Shepherds Ambrotvpe Gallery No. 81 Brady
street, nearly oppo.ite the Post Once.
n Il. Teeth extracted all hours of tho day
AMI night, and all operations warranted. nov5 If
Il. NJ. PRETTYMAN,
tFoRMgRLy BURROWS x PRErrYMAN)
StTURAGE, FORWARDING AND COMM!S |
> sion Merchant, and Stcamh tsent.
No. I, Burrows ssiock. a.,e.,
apl4-tf DAvENpoRf, Iowa.
HAWKEY STORE.
JACOB WEAVER, Jr.,
COMMISSION MERCHANT,
- 63 Brady Street, corner of Third,
lyl6-dtt DAVENPORT, Iowa.
IGNATlUS LANCER,
DHI SICIAN, SURGEON d ACCOUCIEUR
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

CoRRECTIoH.-In an editorial on the
second page it s stated that Fort Mouitrie was
taken ty the Secessionists. II should have
said portion Of the artas Of Fort Moultrie.
See die latch
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

OYsTahs, three days from Baltimore,
the very b,-t, a. STAIRS
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

4 FINE, LARGE BAY MARE, WITH FOA.
"A and last Springs colt for sale or exchange.
for oats or wheat. Also a full-brea two wears
old Durham Bull. Apply to
novl1 ia. LIE CLAIRE
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
New HAVEN, Conn, Dec 81.

At o'clock his morning tire occurred IN
tenement house owned By John 4 Daven-
port and occupied by twenty tx families. An
entire family, consisting Of Michael Colbet,.
nis wife and four children, were burned to
inet
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
= =. TANhkK, n u. HEO. ". II LAKN, IT. D
DOCTORS PARKER Il McCARN,

physicians AND SURGEONS. OFFICE,
! No. Franklin Block, second floor, Brady ST.,
between Second and Third, davenport, Iowa.
DIR. PARKER's residence, corner 9TH and Le Claire
streets. DIR. GEo. w. McCARNs residence, east
side of Brady, second door from corner of sth.
mylI-dtf
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
BEAUTIFUL. BEiUJIFULI,
M Z ok NJ n. Q TX s.

4 7 THE CORNER or SECOND AND HAR-
rsnn streets can be found splendid ass1rt-
ment of the above articles and many IN re- The
Christians Trees, upon which hang the various
farni PRESENT. for Christina. eve, are 50 methipg
new in this city, and " IL please any Lady Call
and see ns, and will be sure to suit you
Vow is the time To buy presents.
JOHN II. SCIiJLT Co
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
IGNATIUS LANCER.

DllY SICIAN, SURGEON d ACCOUCHEUR.
l. OfFICE east corner of Brady and Sec
ond streots. Office hours from to 8 A. NJ, and 3
to ) L. II. june27-t
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
IL. OLIVER.
SHOREY d OLIVE

7 OG PUMP MAKERS.-SHOp ON Tur AZ
IL ley, between Front and Second. and Rradv
and Main streets, Davenport, Iowa.
DAVENPORT, March 3O-d3nw.t
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

TOYS of all kinds, the largest and best
assortn mt in town, at Starts
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
Il. N. PRETTY MANI

fFORMERLY BURROWS x PRETryMAN)
S.TURAGE, FORWARDING AND COMMIS
- sion Merchant, and Steamh tsent.
NO. I, lBurrow's sslock, a..,c.,
apl4.tf DAvENroRf, Iowa.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

INFANTS Garden AssocIArIoN.-
The Annual Fair Of this Association conn, ne d
yesterday morning. 1t holds to-day aud to-
morrow, from 10 A. NJ to 4 p. NJ. 1t is very
pleasant affair, as We understand. Go and zee
the pretty things.
TIE Peoria Union says that twelve
thousand dolarr worth of ilver.chsnge have
been imported into that city for mercharts ts
use. The same kind of fodder would not take
badly in this city, where a quarter of dollar
is natural curiosity.
Ho FOR THE HoLIDAYs.-Everybody
should go to Starr's to buy their Toys, Can
dies, Fruits. lgreen and dried) Diaries for 1861
Books for chlldron, Gold Pens, Pocket Books,
feriulDery end Fancy Goods generally.
CHRIsTMAs, PREsENTs-We call the
attention of the ladies to a large assortment of
fancy silks. plain and figured merinoes, cloak
ehawls, Paris reps, delaines, and other new
dress goods, which We have reduced in price
AMI are very great bargains. For Christmas
presents useful and ornamental, go to Smith 5
Variety Store.
Drawn OFF.-Thc ferry boat went
into winter quarters Thursday night. at the
slough, but We should not be at all surprised to
see II out and running again to day. If the
weather continues moderate, We may have
water communication with Rock Island for an
indefinite time.
NEW ENGLAND FEsTIvAL.-The Sec
ond Annual Festival of the New Euglanders
was held at the Burtis House last evening
The attendance was fair-though not as large
as would have been had the state of the rosd de
been better. After socia! time in the parlors
at Q o'clock the company proceeded to supper
The repast was everything which could be de-
sired. After supper came the annual Grafton
by Rev. Geo. F. Msgoun, after which regular
and volunteer toasts, and after this dan cir z in
the dining hall. to the music Of Milo Whites
band. Full report in our next issue.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
j. J. SEVERANCE.

hENTlST, SUCCESSOR TO DR.. CHAS.
- GoopRlcu would invite your attenti on te his
great reduction in prices of Dentistry and would
invite all persons needing his services to call and
examine work and prices, at his Rooms, next door
to Shepherds Anbrotvpe AialIery, No. 81 Brady
street, nearly opposite the Post Othce.
\. H. Teeth extracted all hours of tho day
AMI night, and all operations warranted. nov5 If
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
n A WKEYE STORE.

JNCOB WEAVER, IT.,
COMMISSION MERCHANT,
- 63 Brady Street, corner Of Third,
jyl6-dtI DAVENPORT, Iowa.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22

HORNER OF FOURTH AND IOWA SITS,
~ Davenport, Iowa. DAVIS Sons, Proprotols.
Free Omnibus to and from tho cara Oiice tor
Stages leaving for LeClaire, Princeton, Lyons, De-
Witt, Maluoketa, and Anamosa.
Fare One Dollar per day. aug2l-l ly
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
BUkrIS HOUSE.

C,ORNER OF IOWA AND FIFTH STREETS
~ Davenport, Iowa. mch22dtf
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1860-12-22
Nru.pK n ! Dec. 81.

The shoe factory Of Ah.r d -on wa partly
burned this morning. Lees from $4,000 70
$1,000. Fully insured. The bd-iness will con
tnue sa usual.
The Potter journal. [volume] (Coudersport, Pa.) 1857-1872, 1860-01-26
Pa, THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 1860.

periods, are considered all essential, ereu
though the eplstle, be intended for a,fa
Imiliar friends. Others appear to be writ
ing, for publication, or for posterity, in
stead of making epistoiatory communiea
ftien, o. simple converse between friends
Away with such labsred prodnctions.sslA
letter on, business. shoaid be brief /; TO q
friend. familiar and.easy. Like Hannah
More's ideasupon the subject. She used
to say: zaa es' "A ia.Ba e-si 4 stea y34
eff want wisdom, sentiment or in
formation, can find them better in books
What | want in letter is the picture OF
my friends mind, and the common sense
of his life. | want to know what he is
saying and doing; | want him to turn out
the inside of his heart to me, without dis.
guise, without appearing better than he
is, without writing for character | have
the same feeling in writing to him. Ny
letter is, therefore, worth nothing to an
Indifferent person, but it is of value to the
friend who cares for me. Letters among
nearrelations are family newspapers meant
to convey paragraphs of intelligence and
advertisements of projects, and not senti,
mental essays"
The Potter journal. [volume] (Coudersport, Pa.) 1857-1872, 1860-01-26


ONE BRICK WRONG.-W orkman were
recently building a large brick tower
which was to be carried up very high
the architect and foreman both charged
the masons to lay each brick with the
greatest exactness, especially the first
courses which were to sus tain all the rest
However, in laying corner, by accident
or carelessness, one brick was set out OF
line. The work went on without its being
noticed, but as each course of bricks was
kept IN line with those already laid, the
tower was not put up exactly straight
and the higher they built, the more inse.
cure it became. One day when the Tow.
er had been carried up about fifty feet,
there was heard a tremendous crash
The building had fallen, burying the men
in the ruins. All the previous work was
lost, the materials wasted, and worse still,
valuable lives were sacrificed, and all from
one brick laid wrong at the start The
workman at fault in this matter little
thought how much mischief he was max
ing for the future. Do you ever think
what ruin may come Of one bad habit,
one brick laid wrong, while you are now
building character for life? Remem-
Der, in youth the foundation is laid. See
to it that all is kept STRAIGHT.