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Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10
INTEGRITY.

One of the most excellent qualities of mind
is integrity. Let US aim to cultivate this trait
of character, and we add too much to our
worth in whatever department of life a varied
scene we may chance to mingle. man can
not long prosper, Or what is of more impor-
tance secure the respect or love of his fellows
without integrity. 1t is the base of credit
the security to which the world will look in its
dealings with individuals, and open the account
accordingly. A thousand devices are needed
by the artful man to cloak his designs or hide
his failures, of which the honest upright man
knows nothing. 1t is on the principle that a
number of falsehOods are necessary to prop
single untruth, that it may not fall. The man
of integrity stands right up in the proud con-
sciollsness of h's own moral WORTH he needs
not the darts of malce-the breath of slander
cannot harm him, his word has the efficiency
of bond. An exchange says i'll regard TO
this subject:
"Reproaches have no power to affiict the
man of unbemished integrity or the abandon
ed proffligate. 1t is the middle compound
character which is alone miserable, often the
man who has hot irmness enough 10 avoid
dishonorable action, has feeling enough to be
ashamed off IT,"
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10
The Fight Between Breckenridge and
Lincoln.
The n Y Herald saws:

Mr. Breckenridge is the only candidate ex-
cept Mr.. Lincoln, who is sure OF an electoral
vote, and the latter if beaten at all, can only
be overthrown by the former. 1t IS all very
well to write and speak against Lincoln and
his supporters, but it ul avails nothing, unless
there is united opposition to him. The sec
tional Republican party must be met and over
thrown ut the polls, and all other considera-
tions should give way to the grand object in
view. Mr.. Breckenridge gains strength in
the North every day. 1t is possible he may
conquer Lincoln. 1t is possible, so far as we
can see, for any other candidate to do So
Therefore we advise the conservative masses
of the North to unite and outvote I.ncaln
at the polls, combining to support the only
nominations which have touched the popular
hearf-those of Breckenridge and Lane.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10

GREAT WILL CASE IN NORTH Carolina
One HUNDRED NEGROES SET FREE.-We
learn from the Iredell Express that the case of
Solomon Halls will occupied the Superior
Court of that County eight days, aud was f.
nally compromised after the jury had retired,
Mr.. Hall had made a will leaving one hundred
negroes and other property to his only child.
a daughter, who afterward married Mr.. Nicely
against his wish, whereupon he made another
will leaving his negroes free, and hequeathing
most of his property to them. The suit was
to set aside the last will. An hour after the
case had gone to the jury, Mrs. Neely's coun-
sci proposed to receive $4,000 and $4,000
which the will gave her, the estate to pay the
court costs, $500, she to pay her own lawyer
$4,000 The proposition was accepted. The
negroes will be sent to Liberia,
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10
WHAT rs LIFE.

The mere elapse of years is not life. To
eat, and drink and sleep-to be exposed to
darkness aud the light-to pace round in the
mill of habit and turn thought into an imple
pent of trade this is not life. In all this
but poor fraction Of the consciousness of hu-
manity is awakened, and the sanctities still
elurnber which make it worth while to be-
knowledge truth love, beauty, goodness faith,
alone can give vitality to the mechanism of
existence. The laugh of mirth that vibrates
through the heart-the tears that freshen the
dry wastes within--the music that brings
childhood back-the prayer that calls the tu-
ture near-the doubt which makes us mediate
the death which startles US with mystery
the hardship which forces US to struggle-the
anxiety that ends in trust-are the true nour-
ishInent of our natural being.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10
CULTIVATION oF TEMPER.

If happily we are born of a agood-nature if
liberal education has formed in us gener-
GUS temper and disposition, well regulated ap-
petites and worthy inclinations, It's well for us,
and SO indeed we esteem it. But who is there
endeavors to give these to himself, or to ad-
vance his portion of happiness in this kind p
Who thinks of improving, or so much of pre-
serving his share, in world where it must of
necessity run so great hazard, and where we
know an honest nature is so easily corrupted !?
All other things relating to us are preserved
with care, and have some act or economy be-
longing to them; this which is nearest related
to US, on which our happiness depends, is alone
committed to chance; and temper is the only
thing angoverned, while it governs all the rest.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10
Death of a Noted Glutton.

On Wednesday morning last, says the Balti-
more American of July 6, a colored man nam
ed Thomas Thomas, well known in the eastern
section of the city as eating Tom, died at his
house on Fip-penny-bit-aley, near Eden, north
Of Baltimore street. He had partaken the
previous evening of large quantity Of cucum-
bers. and on rising early on Wednesday morn
ing drank immoderately of ice water. III con
sequence he was seized with violent pains from
collie, and Notwithstanding the efforts of DIR.
HeaIey, expired in two hours. He was in
the 88th year of his age, having been born in
l772, four years before the Declaration of In
dependence. In his early life he was engaged
as a stcvedore, continuing that occupation nm
til his advanced age compelled him to quit it.
He has been known to eat a moderate sized
ham, with vegetables, &c, in proportion, at
one meal. Six large loaves of bread, with
more than a quart of coffee or tea, would
scarcely suffice for his breakfast or supper
A good sized goose or turkey would disappear
from sight in a short space of time. His
daughter would prepare a plum pudding at
stated periods, and cook it iu bushel bag
This would serve him and two others as a des-
ert. A number of instances wherein his vora-
cious appetite has been tested have occurred.
At other times he would be content with
more moderate share of ediblcs.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10

The family should be composed of individu-
ais who dwell together bocanse oflove. None
should be considered out Of the family because
they are hired.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10
wx.rrux FOR rHr DE1AwAEz GAZETTE.


Bx VERNON VANCE.
Long. long ago when frst met thee,
Sweet smiles Of light were on thy brow,
Il seemed so calm serene and graceful
Twas Just the same that it Is now
And does no sadness e'er assail thee,
And 10 thy spirit ever glad,
Or has thy inward soul no sorrow,
And is thy pure heart never sad
Never sadS
Although sometimes find flower
That's sweet with fragrance in LIES morn,
Before grasp il, 10, It's wilted,
And my hand is bleeding from a thorn
IT'S thus my heart bends down with SORROW,
And makes ii sad as IL can be
And yet thy spirit seems SO cheerful
Why is thy heart thus always free
Always freeS
And when the sun shines clear and brightest
With lovely halo on the scene,
A cloud will come dispeIling brightness
Is it 30 with thee, good Josephine?
Or does thy spirit never sorrow,
Tho darkness, grief or pain comes nigh
Why is thy heart thus always mirthfuI,
Why does thy spirit never sigh
Never sighf
ITis sweet indeed to meet with spirits
30 pure, 80 bright, so much like thine,
When Virtue, Hope and Love are blending,
Above thy path-around thy shrine
Possessing such sweet ways Of Eneekness,
So rare indeed TO mortals given
Is thy heart firmly fixed above
And does thy spirit strive for Heaven?
For HeaEen3
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1860-08-10

JOIN JoHSsTeN.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

Omitting the vote of Surry last year we get
the above footings which show the net repub-
lican gain to be 10 The Keene Republican
admits that the returns "are Of n somewhat
different complexion from what we anticipated, -
but explains by saying that it is owing to a
coordination of bullics, rumsellers, ministers,
and reckless politicians. The Republican omits
to mention the money distributed in each town
by certain United States official. Never
mind the poor innocent democrats are greatly
to be pitied by being taken in and done for by
such desperate fellows.
Calvin May, Jr., of Keene is elected register
of deeds Ephraim Foster of Kcene, treasu-
rer; and Samuel Atherton, commissioner.
The following Representatives have been
elected-denocrats in Halics:
Alstead, Oliver SHEPPARD; Chesterfield, Arad
Fletcher; Dublin, Aaron Smith; Fitzwlliam,
Philip S. Batcheller; IInsdalc, John ID. Todd I;
JatIrey, Charles II. Powers Kcene, Francis A..
Faulkner, Caleb T. Bullum, Addison Stone,
George Holmes; Gilsum, Esra Webster; MARI
boro, Charles Gilbert; NARROW, Willard 4. Be-
kcr; Nelson, S. Goodell Griffin; Richmond,
Abn0 1wdchcN; Roxbury, Kendall Minis ;
Stoddard, EpLrdim SicrmS; Sullivan, Caleb
Goodnowi Swanzcy, Fredoict s. Eaton, Enoch
Horcs; Troy, Edmund Buttrick; Walpole,
Augustus Maynard, Oliver Martin; Westmorc-
land, Jason cole; Winchester, VIM. Rexford,
Mowry Sabin. In l,indgc and Surry there was
mn plrrtiOn tho fret dow
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17
NEW HAWPS SHIRE ELECTION.

The annual election in New Hampshire for
the council and Legislature, and for town officers
took place on Tuesday. AS the first election
in the campaign Of 1860 the result has every
where been looked forward to with interest
The democracy have not been so sangnine gen
orally as to expect to carry the State, but they
have confidently counted upon reducing the re-
publican majority to very nominal figure, and
of pointing to such reduction as an indication
of their ability to carry the state for the Char
lesion candidate in November. The republi-
cans, both at home and abroad, have never
doubted their ability to win victory, but they
have been determined that the "frst gum
should give report whose import would carry
no doubtful Specification to their brethren abroad
BY reference to the returns it will be seen that
the democrats rather than the republicans are
the victims of disappointment.
The candidates for governor were the same
as last year-Ichabod Goodwin being the can
didate of the republicans, and Asa p Cate O.
of the democrats. The vote for governor last
year stood-Goodwin 3G,36S; Cate 80, S2j re.
publican majority 3,543.
The Council, last year was composed Of re.
publicans and democrat. The Senate-S re-
publicans aud 4 democrats. The House OF
Representatives-l99 republicans agd 90 DEM
ocrats
For governor the returns this year, lS6 towns,
foot up-Goodwin "a ,557; Cate 29,Gl4; Good
wins majority 1913. 1t is estimated that his
entire majority will be nearly 5000. The re-
publicans have elected all the five councillors,
and nine of the twelve senators, being gain of
one in each branch. The republicans have also
elected III representatives, and the democrats
80, so far as heard from. There will evidently
be an increased republican majority in the next
House.
The legislature now chosen is to elect Uni
ted States Senator Tor six years from the 18th of
OF March next, to succeed the Hon. Daniel
Clark. With republican majority of two to
one in both branches of the legislature there
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

We are always glad to find a good thing even
if the laugh comes in against us. The Albany
atlas and Argus says that the two divisions OF
the Black Republican party are best distin-
gushed as the "pro-Bates and the repro Bates -
The Republicans of Chicago have won de-
cided victory in electing John Wentworth May
or Of that city by 1858 majority. The total
vote is $500, the largest ever cast in the city,
and Mr.. Wentworth's majority is larger than
that of any of his republican predecessors. The
common council stands - republicans to s
democrats. This vote is significant of the
grand result in Illinois in November.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

DEATH OF PROF. ALoNzo GRAY.-The announcc-
ment OF the death of Prof Alonzo Gray, man whose
name is intimately associated with the literature or
Chemistry and other natural sciences, will be found
IN our obituary column. The deceased was n notyo
OF Townshend in this county, born in 1908 and II
brother OF Dea. S. Gray Of that town. He rrodp.
ated at Amherst College in 1884 During his COLLEGE
course nc made the material sciences his special study
lie h"q designed entering the ministry and com
menced and completed a theological course of study
at Andover Theological Seminary. Soon after he be-
camo an associate teacher in Phillips Acadomv ,yboro
he remained some years, and during which time bo
continued his iavorite studies, and gave to the public
us TWO volumes on Chemistry and Chemical Agricul-
lure lie then assumed the chair of material sciorco
ana mathematics, in Marietta College, Ohio From
'hence no removed - Brooklyn, about twelve wears
snce taking the same Profcssorshlp in the Brooklvn
femae Academy. Here he revised his Chemistry and
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

issued valuable work on Natural Philosophy. Eight
years ago he erected two large ediiccs in brooklyn,
aud opened in them the Brooklyn flights Seminary
he afterwards added third building. This Institute
has always borne deservody very high reputation
A few years since he issued in connection with the
late Prof. Adams of Amherst College, textbook on
Geology. These four volumes. and several lectures
md pamphlets educational subjects, constitute his
published works. As a scholar and as teacher he
leaves an extended and enduring reputation.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17
REP UBLICAN STATE CONVENTION

The Republicans of Vermont arc hereby requested
to meet in Mass Convention ut Mortified on Tuesday
the third day of April next, at 10 o'clock in the fore
noon for the purpose of selecting four Delegates to
the National Republican Convention to be held ut
Chicago the 10th day of May A. D. 1850, to nom-
nate candidates for the Presidency and Vice Pres-
dency Of the United States.
Per order of the Republican State Committee,
L. L. oHITTENDEN, Chairman.
CHAs. CUMMINGS, Secy.
March 1, 1860.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

CoRREcTIoS.-In the notice Of the late DR.. WASH
BURN which appeared in TIE PHu:NIx Of last week,
1t is stated that he "sudicd his profession with ply
stefan Mt Spencer, Mass" 1t should have been she
studied his profession with Dr. Spencer Field Of Oak
ham, Mass"
AS an addenda it may be proper to state that before
access was had TO Brattleboro and Bellows Falls by
raroad, the deceased Doctors ospitable mansion in
Vernon was the resort Of numerous couples from New
Hampshire and Massachusetts, whose defiance Of pa
rental authority, difdence at seeing their names
posted fourteen days the Westinghouse, led them
to seek the less stringent regulations of Vermont law
under whose protecting mgis to unite their fortunes
Dr. Washburn's location emincntly convenient
for such purposes.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

The Rutland Courier publishes the Cincinnati
Platform as if it were something yet in exis-
tenee. Does not the Courier know that not
one OF all its numerous planks is in sight
lhey have all been covered with new layer
and any quantity of debris has been caulked in
to stop the cracks. a democratic platform Of
Tour years standing is as much out of style with
the democracy as the fashions of the revolutions
AIRY era are repu8nant to the tastes of the beau
monde of the present day.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

% Notices Of religious, temperance and social meet
'ngs to be held this County, dndobiiuary notices. beyond
the usual announcement, 'cW be charged four cents per
line for Insertion But no aoce ,riH be inserted
for less Sdn so cents.
GJ'AR communications must be accompanied Jy a
responsible name 10 secure notice.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17
REP UBLICAN DISTRICT CONTENTION

REP UBLICAN DISTRICT CONVENTION.
Tho Republicans of the Second Congressional Dis
trict in Vermont requested to meet in Mass Con-
vention at White River Junction, on Wednesday, the
4th day of April next at O'clock =. NJ for the pur-
pose of selecting two delegates to the National
Republican Convention, to be held at Chicago on the
18th day Of May next, to nominate candidates for
President, and Vice President of the United States
A. WENTWORTH JR.,
w. C. FRENCH, District
L. C. REDINGTON, c.,,.,,,..
G. G. P. BALDWIN,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17
THE REP JBLICAN NATIONAL CONVEN-
TTON-TIlfE CHlNGED.

The question Of the proprety of changing the time
of hoding the republican national convention at Chi
cage having been submitted to the members of the
republican rational committee, and their views having
been communicated by letter, it is determined in oc
cordanco with the wishes of majority thereof that
the said convention be held on Wednesday, the 18th
day OF May next
EDWIN D. MORGAN, Chairman.
WM. CHASE, Secretary
Albany, n. Y, February 2s, 1860
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

VIC observe from year to year growing improvement
in tho manufacture Of maple sugar and syrups, but
there is yet ample margin for its continuance. IT
our farmers would all use tho care and precautions
that arc exercised by few of best sugar manu-
iacturcrs the products Of their sugar orchards would
be much more profitable than now. A first rate arti-
Gle will always sell at first rate prices. Remember
that
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

DIR. Gideon Smith of Baltimore predicts the
extensive appearance of locusts this year. If
any democrats are so verdant as to believe that
Douglas will forego the Charleston nomination
rather than swallow his squatter sovereignty
doctrine they had better flee the country; for
the iocusts eat up every green thing.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

a GALLINAcEors EGGs-AMrIE.--A worthy and in
dustrious old hen belonging TO Mr. Richard Willard of
this town, laid an egg few days SINCE eggs-pressly
for the editorial table, which measured 81 inches in its
polar, and inches in its equatorial circumference
The author of that valuable production will be better
appreciated when eggs are sold by weight, as they
will be in few years and should be now
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

MAzEPPA ENGINE CoMrANY.--rhc annual meeting
of the Mozeppa Engine Company, No. 4, was held Mt
their Hall Tuesday evening, March 10, when the fol-
lowing officers were elected for the year ensuing;
a. n. JOY, Foreman.
+. C. EDWARDS, list Assistant do.
Gro. W. EsTERBRooKs, End Assistant do.
L. IT, DEARBORN, Clerk and Treasurer.
EDWIN PUTNAM, LIST Engineer
II. r. RosE, End do
o. Il. MACK, Sd do.
ELIJAH WALES, LIST IIoseman.
ALANsoN STONE, End do.
GEo L. BARRETT, Sd do.
LocKHARr BARRETT, 4th do.
TIMOTHY VINToS, Steward.
j. b. SIMoNDs, Assistant do.
j. L. JONES, FRANK REED, Axemen.
q. ii. GALE, Surgeon.
The thanks of the company were voted to c. l..
BRowN, for his efficient services as Clerk and Treas
urer the past year.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

AMUsENENTs.-The Boston TabloAux and Concert
Company closed two weeks engagement at the
Town Hall, on Saturday night with representation
of the "Drunkard, or The Fallen Saved" The per-
formances Of this company have been quite mertor-
Gus. On Sunday night Of last week Mr.. Caleif de-
livered to numerous audience a stringent lecture
against theatre going. Macaulay, believe it was,
said that some Of the more rigid Purtans objected to
bull-fghts not that they caused the beasts PAIN but
because they gave the people pleasure.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

"WooD Ur.".-The Unexpectedly sudden dsap-
pearance Of the snow in January and the subsequent
bare ground, have sadly nerered with the stated sup
plies Of wood. Those who were SO unfortunate as to
neglect to obtain their respective allowances while
the shedding lasted and are now short, have to pay
dearly for their negligence. During the past week or
two wood has been selling for fre dollars per cord
while two months since 1t could be obtained in album
dance for three and half to four dollars We heard
Of one man who contracted to deliver a certain num-
Der of cords to a gentleman in this village for $3.50
per cord, and took his pay therefor. The wood is
not drawn but the promssor is drawing wood for 9th
parties Mt $500 per cord. lie is evidently bound
to make hay while the sun shines
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

ANONYMOUS COMMUNICATIONS. u otwith-
standing our standing rule that "all commune
cations must be accompanied by responsible
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

CATCHING A TARrAR.-Some gracelcss young
scamps thought they were doing smart thing in
stealing the maple sap from the buckets of 'poor,
lone widow" on Elliot street, last week but their
triumph was of short duration. Their depredations
had been discovered by the widow and the epidemic
like prevalence OF concurrent emess and catharss on
that street. all the next day told how faithfully the
tartar emetic did its work.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

ALMOST FIRE.-An alarm of fire was sounded in
our streets Wednesday afternoon about five O'Clock,
which brought out the engines and fire Department.
The stebbins house on Canal street fire around
the chimney in the attic, but it was so confined that
nothing but smoke appeared in sight. An opening
was effected and few pals of water iudciously ap-
Piled prevented any considerable damage. The fro
was occasioned by the burning on, of n chimney.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

DR. CoMEGYs's loss by fire in his Office last week
is much greater than was at first reported. All of his
dental library and the greater share of his ex-
pensive dental tools were totally destroyed and all Of
the appurtenancas of the Office or less injured
His loss is estimated at $500, on which was in
surance to the amount of $500.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

LIQUoRABY.-W. II. Alexander the newly elected
town grand Juror in Brattleboro, last week notified
dozen or more individuals, keepers Of places where
liquor has been sold contrary to law, to discontinue
their Illegal traffic pain of prosecution We I'M
dersand that the provisions of the liquor law are to
be enforced during the current year, least long
as Mr.. Alexander is grand juror. The drought comes
earlier than anticipated at town meeting.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

OUTSIDE, first page, our readers will find an
interesting article all about the settled ministers
of Halifax, from the pen of our well known
correspondent "P. II. WI" full account of
the cattle disease so destructive in some towns
in Massachusetts,; and a variety of other inter-
esting matter.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1860-03-17

name to secure notice." we are every week in
the receipt of anonymous communications,
(some of which contain matter that would APP
pear in our columns if the rule was complied
WITH that we can make no use of except as
waste paper. We do not publish the names of
contributors unless they desire it, but we must
in all cases know who to hold responsible for
statements not within our personal knowledge.