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Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

PUNcH's SEVEN FooLs-l The envious man,
who sends away his mutton because the person
next him is eating venison 2. The jealous man,
who spreads his bed with singing nettles, and
then sleeps in it. 8. The proud man, who gets
wet through, sooner then ride in the carriage Of
his inferior. 4. The litigious man, who goes to
law in the hopes Of running his opponent, and
gets ruined himself, S, The extravagant man,
who buys a herring, and takes cab to carry it
home. 6. The angry man, who learns to play
the tamborine because he is annoyed by the
playing Of the neighbor's piano. 7. The osten-
tltious man, who illumines the outside of his
house most brilliantly, and eits inside in tho
dark.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

A "SpIRIr" SUDDENLY PUT TO FLIGHT -
While the spirit of " Red Jacket :" was enter
tanning company of spirituallsts at a private
house in Milford, the other evening, by playing
on guitar and other musical instruments, tho
room being darkened, an unbelieving Pharises
suddenly lighted a fluid lamp, when 10 and
behold the medium, one of the " test ~ sort,
who had been performing marvellous feats in
the town, was discovered nimbly lingering tho
guitar The illumination acted like thunder
bolt. The medium exclaimed, " 0! that light "
threw the instrument wildly over her head, and
fell into the arms Of her neighbor. During
discussion which ensued she quietly left the
anArtment.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

the sofa, and went to the stting-rcom door,
It's father And he went glid ing down
sajrs.
All, Richard was the kindly greotiug
as Mr.. Gordon took the hand Of his boy. {" But
what's the matter, my son7 You don't look
happy
Won't you come in here " And Rich
ard drew his father into the library. Mr..
Gordon sat down, still holding Richards
hand.
" You aro in trouble, my sou, What haa
happened?
The eyes Of Richard filed with tears as he
looked into his father face. lie tried to an
swor, but bis lips quiyorcl. Then he turned
away, and opening the door Of the cabinet
brought out the fragments of broken statue,
which had been sent home only The day before,
and set them ON table before his father, over
whose countenanco came L shadow Of regret
D." Who did this my son - was asked in an
even voice.
{, did it.
"IIow1 "
{" threw my bail in there, onoo--only once
in forsetfulncss.' y
The poor boys tones were husky and trcm
ulous.
A little while Mr. Gordon sat controlling him
self and collecting his disturbed thoughts
Then he said cheerfully-
L" What is done, Richard, cannot be helped.
Put the broken pieces away. You have had
trouble enough aboutit can sco-and rcproof
enough for your thouhtlessness-so shall not
add . word to increase your pain.
o, father! " And the boy threw his arms
about his fathers neck, q" You are so kind 50
good .
Five minutes later, and Richard entered the
sitting room with his father. Aunt Phoebe
looked up for the two shadowed faces, but did
not see them. She was puzzled.
That was very unfortunate" she said
little while after Mr. Gordon came in. " It was
such an exquisit work Of art. 1t is hopelQssly
ruined.
Richard was leaning against his father when
his aunt said this. Mr. Gordon only smiled
and drew his arm closer around his boy. Mrs
Gordon threw upon her sister a look Of warn
ing, but it was unheeded.
" | think Richard was very naughty boy. -
owe have settled all that Phoebe,' was the
mild but firm answer of Mr. Gordon " and it
is one of our rules to get into the sunshine as
quickly as possible"
Phoebe was rebuked, while Richard looked
grateful, and, it, may be, q little triumphant !;
for his aunt had bore down upon him rather too
hard for boys patience to endure,
Into the sunshine as quickly as possible. O,
is not that the better philosophy for our homes I
Is it not true Christian philosophy! 1t is sell
fshncsS that grows angry and rebels, because a
fault has been committed Let us get the of,
fender into sunshine as quickly as possible, SO
that true thoughts and right feelings may grow
vigorous in its warmth. We retain anger not
that anger may act as wholesome discipline,
but because We are unwilling to forgive. All,
if we were always right with ourselves, we
would oftener bo right with our children.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25
$. $. BOYCE, Publisher.
" That's my Babyl "

Cheeks as soft as July peaches.
Lips whose velvet scar let teaches
Poppies paleness-round large cyes
Ever great with new surprise
Minutes filled with shadeless gadness--
Minutes just as brimmed with sadness
Happy smiles and wsiliug cries,
Crows and laughs and fearful eyes,
Lights and shadows, sWifter born
Than on windswept autumn corn.
Ever some new tiny notion,
Making every limb all motion,
Catching up Of legs and arms
Throwing back and small alarms,
Catching hngers-straightenn jerks
Twining feet whose each toe works,
Kicking up and straining risings,
Mothers ever new aurprsngs,
Hands all wants and looks all wonder
At all things the heavens under,
Tiny scorns of smiled reproyings
Thai have more of love than loyings,
Mlschiefs done with such winning
Archness that We prize such shining,
blEdhlH2a Vlre ul plalCs emu EIbsSeSJ
Graspings small at all that passes,
Pulling off all that's able
To be caught from tray or table,
Silence-small meditation
Deep as thoughts Of cares for nations,
Breaking into wiscst speeches
In tongue that nothing teaches,
All the thoughts Of whose possessing
Must be wocd to light by guessing,
Slumbers-sweet angel seemings
That we'd ever have such drcamings,
Till from sleep we see thee breaking,
And we'd always have thee waking.
Wealth for which we know no measure,
Pleasure high above all pleasure,
Gladness brimming over gladness.
Joy in care-delight in sadness,
LONELINESS beyond completeness,
Sweetness distancing all sweetness,
Beauty all that beauty may be,
That's May Bennett-that's my baby.
-BCaHc
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

A lady called upon witty friend who was
not at home, and finding the piano dusty, wrote
upon it Slanerp. The next day they met, and
the lady said, " called on you yesterday. =
" Yes; saw your card on the piano. was
the reply.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

Gentlemen who smoke, allege that it makes
them calm and complacenI. They tell US the
more they fume the less they fret
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

A man boasting in company of ladies that
he had very luxurious head of hair, a lady
present remarked that it was altogether owing
70 ths melowness of the soil.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

1t is said that the horns Of dilemma are &C.
curely fixed at the Capital, for the Senators to
hang themselves on.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

Halls Journal of Health says more persons
are destroyed by oatingj too much, than by
drinking too much. GIuttony kills more than
drunkenness in civilized society.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

A sprinkler is always an industrious man,
but some men in bayfield, are NOV -er-indus-
tr ious.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

1t is great pleasure to be alone, especially
when you have your sweetheart with you.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

Could the vcnders of strychnne whiskey DO
indicted for selling paison without a label?
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

The man who imagined himself wise because
he detected some Typographical errors in news
paper, has gone east to get a perpendicular view
of the rrinbow.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

Eloquence consists in feeling truth yourself,
and making those who hear you feel Is sOo-
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

Our OF ORDER,-A pauper in Groveland,
"rot Dunnells, on Sunday last wandered down
into the upper parish of West Newbury to
attend church, and as it was communion day
he tarried after the hour of dismissal of the
congregation, not understanding the order Of
services. As the emblems were extended the
deacOns passed him by, when uphe started 60
the alter and said to this pastor, " Please, sir
will you give me glass OF your wine 2" He
was at once made to understand his place, and
when last seen was making for Groveland.-
NcteJuryport Herald.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

HoME CoYPoRrs.-A mans comfort Is h&0
his cigar-if he cannot get it ut home, be wNi
90 in search of it elsewhere.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

The girl who is destined to be. thy wife, al
though unknown to thee, is sure to be hviag
somewhere or other
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

Old Amherst to dub the Reverend Beecher
A Divinity Doctor, lately agreed;
But he, with the proper spunk OF a preacher,
Let them know he wondn't be D--D'd,
n. Y. Alias.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

Why is a tale-bearer like bricklayer7 Be-
cause he raises stories.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

"My party has thrown me overheard" said
q disappointed politician, " but have strength
enough to swim to the other side
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

Sentimental youth" My dear girl, viii
you share my lot for life?" Practical girl
" How large is your lot, sr2"
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

LEAP YEAR SENrNENr,-At public " Tea
Party" recently held in one of onr country
towns, where " sentiments" were in order,
timid bachelor was bold enough to remind the
ladies that leap year was upon them, by offer
ing the following:
Three long weary years have waited for this
Nowf you'll pop the question III surely say yes.
To which a lady promptly responded as fol-
lows:
The man without courage to do his own wooing,
Must do his own washing, and baking and sewing.
The bachelor looked despair.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

" Why did you leave your last place said u
young housokecpor, about to engage a new SER
want. Why you see, ma'am," replied the
applicant, " was too good looking and when l
opened the door folks took me for the mssug. -
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1860-10-25

the sofa, and went to the sitting-room door
It's father - And he went Gid ing down
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
Nh. n. Church.

Last week we published short commit
nication from s'Pax," suggesting Conven-
ton Of the ministry and laity Of the Balti-
more Conference This week we insert an
adverse response from an old and esteemed
friend, signed Alexandria The ques-
tons likely to grow out of q discussion of
the action of the General Conference are
delicate in their nature, and, especially in
the present agitated state Of the public
mind, the subject should be approached
with much caution and consideration. We
have rcfrained from any criticism Of the re-
suit of the proceedings at Buffalo, until our
engagements will allow us to examine the
subject more thoroughly. Our columns,
however, are open to those whose interests
in the matter may induce them to consider
ately discuss it.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
Baltimore Convention.

On Monday next, the 18th, the National
Democracy will assemble in Convention at
Baltimore, to nominate candidates for Pres
ident and Vice President. It is impossible
to determine, in advance, what will be the
result Of the action Of that body. We think,
however, it is due to the dignity and self
respect of the Convention to pass resolu-
ton at the threshold of its proceedings.
pledging every member to support the NOM
nations that may be made. An attempt
will doubtless be E.ade to admit the seced-
ing delegates. This will probably be done,
if there are 30 contesting delegations. We
doubt exceedingly the legitimacy of the Gre
dentials Of those who claim to be delegates
both to Richmond and Baltimore It would
be mere child's play to admit the Richmond
delegates at Baltimore, with the under
standing that if they could not carry their
revolutionary propositions, they would again
assemble at Richmond. If they are admit
ted at all-which we very much doubt in
some instances-it will be with reso-
luton by which they will be pledged to
abide by and support the nominations that
may be made. They will either have to
accept such resolution or remain out en-
tirely. The mountain cannot 90 to Ma
hommed.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
Richmond Convention

The Seceders from the Charleston Con-
vention met in Richmond on the 18th inst.
and temporarily organized by calling Mr..
Lubbock, of Texas, to the chair. His
speech on taking the chair was in keeping
with the spirit which called the Convention
Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, Texas,
Georgia, Florida and Arkansas were repre-
scented.
The meeting was permanently organized
by the selection Of Hon. John Irwin, OF
Alabama, President, and one Vice Presi-
dent and Secretary from each State repre-
sented.
Commissioners from New York made
their appearance, and were admitted tc
seats. One delegate appeared from Vir-
GINA and one from Tennessee. The speech
OF Ear. irwin was firm and dignifed, ex.
pressing the determination to adhere to the
majority report at Charleston.
The discussions were Of an immateria
character. The Convention, on Tuesday
adjourned to re-assemble on the Dist. TIL,
object of the adjournment is to await tn,
action of the Baltimore Convention. +,
which some Of the Richmond delegates ar,
accredited.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15

We understand that a paper is now in
circulation in this community for the sigma
lures of the stockholders in the Central R.
R., the object Of which is to request the
President and Directors of that Road to call
a meeting of the Stockholders to take into
consideration the matter of Sunday mails.
1t is proposed by this paper to inquire into
and decide upon the policy of running the
cars to Gordonsville, and then stopping
them there on Sunday. and to discuss the
expediency Of disseminating Sunday trains
altogether, Or if Sunday trains are to be run,
to ascertain why it is they cannot be con-
tinued to Staunton, where the mails diverge
more generally than at any other point be-
tween Richmond and Covington. Our peo-
pie have borne this discrimination against
them until it has become intolerable. We
intend to act in the matter, and if the in
convenience cannot be remedied in one way
it may be in another.
It requires one tenth of the stock of the
Company to call a meeting Of the stockhold-
ers. This can easily be obtained, and then
we can have fall discussion and examina-
ton into the matter.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
Death of Rev. j. T. Points.

The melancholy intelligence reached
Staunuon on Monday last that the estima-
bic and promising young minister whose
name heads this notice was dead. A feel
ing Of deep and unfeigned regret was caused
By the announcement. Mr.. Points was
born and reared in our midst, and was uni
versally beloved for his many noble traits
of character. Graduating with the highest
honors Of the University of Virginia, and
entering upon the ministry with ardor and
enthusiasm, he gave promise of large and
distinguished usefulness. But at the very
threshold of his career in his exalted call
ing, he was met by inexorable Death and
claimed as one of his victims The com
munity sincerely sympathize with his strick-
en- family and relatives in this hour Of their
affection.
AS rejecting our own views, and ex-
pressing with far more grace than we could,
our feelings, we transfer to our columns
and adopt, beautiful tribute to the de-
ceased from the Richmond Dispatch.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
At last.

We notice in the Spectator of the 18th
that meeting of the Opposition is called for
the June Court, to take the preliminary
steps for a grand ratification meeting, to
be held in or near Stanton on the 4th Mon
day in August. next. We are glad to see
these signs Of returning life We had al
most concluded that the vital spark had ta-
ken its everlasting fight from our Opposi-
ton friends as political organization. We
are keen for some sport, and we can ina
CINE no more prolific source Of fun than an
Assem- biage Of this kind
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
Death off. O,Brferi,

We announce with feelings Of sadness
this week the death Of Mr.. j. II. O'Brien,
for number of years the accountant clerk
in the house of Crawford & Cochran. He
died on Sunday evening last, after dis
tressing and lingering illness Of several
weeks. Mr.. O'Brien was young man of
sterling character, uniting intelligence with
firm integrity and strict business habits
He was highly esteemed by this entire COM
munity, as was attested by the very large
conccurse Of citizens who attended his re-
mains to the Cemetery. He was buried
with military and masonic honors, he be-
ing contributing member of Capt Bay
lor's Company, the West Augusta Guards,
and an accepted mason, in good standing, o!
Staunton Lodge.
Mr. O'Bren was native of Rockingham,
county, and about 80 years of age.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
StribIing Springs.

This celebrated watering place is now be-
ing opened for the accommodation ofvisitors.
Stribling Springs, combining as they do the
most superior medical properties of water
with the beautiful and romantic mountain
scenery which surround them, and accom-
modations second to none in the State, pre-
sent advantages unequalled in Western Vir-
GINA. There is no place, whether seeking
health or pleasure, where we would prefer
spending a few months during the Summer
than at Stribling. Mr. Kinney, the atten
tive and accommodating proprietor, has made
even more extensive and complete arrange
ments this season than he had last year, and
hence we feel justified in promising that no
one who will patronize this resort will ever
regret it. Especially should the people OF
Augusta encourage Stribling, and endeavor
to spread knowledge Of its advantages.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
The Railroads and the Mails.

We publish this morning a statement of
facts from Col. E. Fontaine President Of the
Central Railroad. relative to the detention
Of the Eastern mails at uordonsville This
statement attributes the failure to make the
connection to the Orange Road. We with
pleasure yield our columns to an explana-
ton of the cause of the difficulty from one
whose position entities his statement to full
credence. We trust the cause which has
deprived us of our regular mails will be
speedily removed, and that all will hereaf-
ter 60 along as merry as marriage belle.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
Notice..

In order to protect our business from ruinous
loss, we have determined to adopt the Cash Sys-
tenn. Therefore, after the LIST OF July, we shall
commence drawing black mark over those of our
subscribers who have not paid up at that time for
the year, and the amounts unpaid will be placed
in the hands OF an officer for collection. Wew~uld
rather have 1000 subscribers who pay in advance,
than to have 1000, many of whom do not pay at
all. Those who want to encourage and read the
Vindicator will pay their subscriptions for the
by the LIST of July. We have pay cash for every
thing connected with our effce, and in order to
know what kind of business are doing, we must
establish the cash system. We want rothing to do
with those kind Of patrons who never pay cent
for the paper.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
Allen Ewing Arrested.

Allen Ewing, the individual confined in
the Jail of Augusta county, charged with
passing counterfeit money, and who made
his escape about four weeks since, was ar
rested on Tuesday morning last, near Buff
falo Cop, by Mr.. Henry Berry, of this coun-
ty. Ewing has had rather romantic and
boldly adventurous time since he quilted
the elegant abode on New Street. He star
ted Immediately for Richmond, after max
ing his escape, travelling mostly after night.
He remained about one week in Louisa
CO.. and thence proceeded in leistrely steps
to the metropolis He there collected, he
says, 500 went to Petersburg, and the
next morning had planned to take the cars,
and 90 in the direction the Star of Empire
takes its way-Westward But, alas and
alack for all his forethought and predeter-
mination, that morning, which, the even
ing previous, was to be SO bright with hope
to him, was doomed to bring the melan-
CuCly BOWS Iuup oOuiV lL'p VI liz uCfIi dDOut
Petersburg had stolen his funds Ewing
then determined to take his foot in his hand
and accomplish his contemplated journey.
Desiring to leave one "long, last, lingering
look behind at the scenes of his recent
performances, he concluded that he would
visit. en- PEASANT, Augusta county. He
passed through Staunton on last Sunday
night Just before entering town. be CON-
versed with one of the officers of the law,
who did not recognize him; and was slowly
measuring the distance to the Ohio river,
when he was discovered by an old acquain.
lance, arrested, and brought to Staunton,
where he now is, enjoying in luxurious ease
the accommodations furnished by our excel
lent jailor, Mr.. Armentrout. He had in
his pocket the advertisement of the Cover
nor Offering reward for his apprehension.
He will have his trial this Court.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-06-15
Correspondents Of the Baltimore Sun
WASHINGTON. JUNE

" h"hANoioe, eUNE IL.
It is commonly said that Congress canpo.
terminate the session on Monday next with.
out hazarding the loss of some of the hills
necessary for tie support of the govern
ment This is probably so. But the onlv
consequence of this will be that, by ;oint
resolution, the session will be prolonged for
a few days. or even hours, merely for the
purpose of completing the Indispensable
businessof the session. Everything will
be dispensed with, except the appropriation
and loan bills.
The post office deficiency bill appropria.
ting nearly eight millions, lis up between the
two houses. without prospect of an agree.
ment upon the two points in dispute. The
legislative, jadioial and executive bill is al.
so pending between the two Houses. The
army appropriation bill, with large amounts
of additional appropriations, has bat lust
gone from the Senate to the House. Tie
civil and miscellaneous bill is yet to be con-
sidared by the Senate. The navy appro.
priation bill has not passed either House.
The rejected post office appropriation bill
making appropriations fol- the support of
the Post-ofice Department for the next ifs.
cal year, has not been taken up by either
House The new light house bill, the for
LITIGATION bill, and the river and harbor bill
are yet to be passed by the House.
Mr.. Gwin made an Intellectual attempt to-
day to call up tho Atlantic and Pacific
electric telegraph bill, with view to a com.
mittee of conference upon The disagreeing
votes between the two Houses therenpon,
Many important public bills have passed
one House or the other, and must lie over
the next session.
Mr.. Wilson will call up tomorrow his
resolution to rescind the joint resolution for
the termination of the session on the 18th.
The Senate has sustained the majority
report of the select committee on the abuses
attending the execution Of the laws relative
to public printing The opinion of the ma
jority, as represented by Mr.. Slidell's re-
port. was that the laws on the subject were
necessarily Liable to abuse, and that the sys.
tenn ought to be changed But they entire
ly exonerate the high public officers Of the
government from any blame on account Of
the abuses referred to. ION.