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Litchfield enquirer., 1860-12-27


 large number of people focked to view them The poor creatures were burned all te a crisp and unrecognizable." t,.
 A young man named Augustus Benton was run over by the steamer while on the way to the fire, and was dangerously injured about the heap THE CANADIAN FUGITIVE SLAVE CAsE-In the case of the fugitive slave Anderson, his counsel in the Court of Queens Bench, on Saturday gave notice of his intention to appeal from the decision of the Court. Chief Justice Robinson said that there was no rule upon which an ap peal could be claimed, but if the Court of Alp. peels chose to entertain the matter, the Court of Queens Bench would offer no opposition. The prisoner remains, in the meantime, at the dispo sal of the Government, and will not be surren. dered until all legal means have failed.
 DEATH OF CHARLES B. BURKHARDr.-C Charles B. Burkhardt, a member of the American Press for twenty-five years and nearly half that term connected with the Weekly Dispatch, and es peciaily known as it's critic upon musical and theatrical affairs, died at Darmstadt, Germany on the 30th of November last.
 IT IS believed the President will receive the South Carolina Commissioners unoficially, and present their communication to Congress for its action, having no authority to entertain any proposition they may submit, ser to enter upon negotiations with them; AsaRes encouraged the secession movement throaa eas, ho will doubtless extend its representatives still further aid and comfort. To his imbecility and craven spirit itis indebted for all it's present importance
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

SurcIDE.-on Friday evening last, young man
ty the name of Thomas D. Herndon, resdingon White
Rock Creek, some miles east of this place,
committed suicide by shooting himself with rifle -
lie had gone out of the house with the intention as
lie stated, of killing deer, and shot was heard
short time afterwards. Not returning in reasonable
time, the family became uneasy, and search was
made, when he was found, perfectly dead with an
ugly wound through the head the ball having enter
cd under the chin and at the top the head
From the position in VIII CHI he lay and various cir
cumstances attending, the deed evidently his
act. An inquest was held on the body, and The jury
returned verdict in accordance with the above facts
The deceased was single man, and had resided for
several years in this county, and from Missouri
to this State. lie was an Industrious sober and wor-
thy man, though of naturally responding DISPOSE
ton and it is supposed that the act committed
while under partial alteration of mind.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
For the Dallas Herald.

Fot the Dallas Herald.
Mn. EDITOR: By the request of a number of citi-
gems Of Dallas and Tarrant countless am i.cned to
give opinion as to the liability of parties turning
into the range vicious stock, stock infected with
disease.
l am satisfied that any one permitting vicious OF
diseased stock to at large, will become response
BILE to any party injured by them to the full extent of
the injury done by the spreading of disease or other
wise injuring the property Of Others This is set
ed pri. cple of law, Of long standing, and in no
wise controlled by the statutes of State No
man, however, will be justified in taking the law IN
his own hands and killing such diseased or vicious
stock, unless it is the only means he may have OF
protecting his own property from immediate danger.
hope this opinion is clear not to leave any per-
in doubt as to his own right and his obligation to
others. l hope this will not appear immodest in me
thus publicly expressing opinion since it has been
requ stod to be thus given, by number of gentle
men for whom have the highest regard
am very respectfully your obedient servant,
d. WARREN STONE.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

BD"We were pleased, on Monday last, TO greet our
distinguished neighbor, Col NJ I. johnson, just from
Austin, and route for his home in Tarrant county
We stated last week that he had been commissioned
by Governor Houston, to raise sufficient force to re-
pel, pursue and punish the Indans,on our North
western frontier, and he is theoretically engaged
in raising and organizing his force. Gen. N II. OAR
neil, of this place, has been commissioned by Colone
Johnson, to raise n company from this and Collin
counties, in conjunction with Capt. VIM. Fitzhugh, of
Collin, who are to be enrolled and ready to be mus
tered into service by the 18th of April. The men
must be well mounted armed and equipped for
three months campaign, and will be received for six
months unless sooner discharged. We feel confdant
that the company from this and Collin will be ready
at the time appointed.
Col. Johnson is in fine health and spirits, and we
predict for him brilliant campaign against the saw
age foe.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
Final Settlement.

A DAWDY, administrator of the estate of w.
IA. II Shelton deceased has filed in my Office his
final account current with said estate, together
with his petition praying for final discharge.
This is therefore to notify all persons interested
to come forward at the next term of the County
Court Of Dallas county, to be held at the Court
House in the town of Dallas on the last Monday
in April 1860, and contest the same if they think
proper.
W. X. MASTEN, c.C.c.D.c.r.
By GEo. W. LAWS, Deputy Clerk,
Dallas, April 3D. 1860. 40 st
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

RzS@ We regret to record the death of our county
man, NJ. NJ. Miller, Esq, of Please mt Rum on Sun
day evening last, after protracted illness. lie had
been suffering from consumption for several years,
and his death, though sudden was not unlocked for
Mr. Miller has long been useful and energetic c-
of this county, and has been engaged in mercan-
tle business for number of years. at Pleasant Run,
where he has built up trade which was perhaps
more extensive han that of any other house in this
region of country He was widely known for his
great business tact and energy and his death will be
regretted by large circle of friends and acQuaintan-
ces.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
The Gren. DrawbncI. to persons emgrating to tn

The Great Drawback to persons emigratng to the
extreme South and Western country, is the fear they have
ofthe Fever and Aguethe most dreul ofa diseases. Ev
cry day hear ofperson attacked by tie disease and made
helpless in shott tne without any means of aforing
lief In of the great demand for remedy Dr. Hostel
Ter has presented his CELEBRATED STOMACH BITTERS,
whose curative powers for all diseases the stomach
been universally acknowledged Tile Btters, prepared a
ter long experience and deep study received the
comums of the most eminent physicians as well all class
from every part of country To those who doubt
their many virtues, all we say try them and Judge
for themselves respectively.
Sold by druggists and dealers generally everywhere ann,
by W. W. Peak Bro and d. B. Thomas, Dallas Texas.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

ST. NICHOLAS STOMACH BITTERs-We are pleased to see
that this mild and efficient remedy rapidly acquiring in
this country reputation hardly second to that which
for long time enjoyed the Continent of Europe. In gen
era arrangements of the Digestive and Ainenfay Func
tons, well variety Of and chronic d.
acts with the utmost promptness and ecadi and
the propretors continually receiving the most serren
grateful testimonials gifts vne The usual arts Of no.
toey and impudent experiment the Filth Of The credu-
lcs have not been used 70 gain the popnlar approval ofts
nedicine, and its general and tee celebrity are
.irsay due 70 rs intrinsic merit
Tor S1ic lv ". W. PEtK A BIO, Dallas. Texas
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

Mr. s. ITcH Hyde Park, VT, wriIcs;-"lhlt the horse
was considered worthless, s spayin but since
he free use OF tho Mustang Lnmeut, have sold him for
$50 cash. Your Eminent has been doing wonders up here
iaO Broad SgGEET, PmlAprLrnIA, PA,
xTRAcT "n lining tho kettle nom the fire ii became
unmanageabc Tilted over and scalded my hands very
yeTey, almost to crisp, II was awful sight The Mus
tang nmen appeared to extract the pain It healed rap
idly without soreness and Ion no scar Of account
Truly yours, "CIlARLEs FOSTER"
seuh language this Is but the and natural echo
wherever this article is used, This Lnmcnt is ndspensa.
bic to planters and owners Of horses and mules, Mr. John
Daniels, Montgomery. Ala sold slave for $500 who
raised nom utter uselessness by this Eminent Every FAM
lily should have IT, BE very particular and enquire for the
Mustang Lniment and take no other
Sold by all dealers throughou, North and South America
Europe and the Islands OF the Ocean, for % cents, 80 cents
anu 81 w per Lot,le.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

Dsiy" The cold weather of the first three days of
last week cut down all vegetati in the gardens that
was up. Heavy frost was visible for three mornings,
aud the gardens will all have 10 be replanted. We
ear that corn that wasup also bitten down, but
we dout ii Tho roots are killed. Mild Spring weather
has prevailed since then.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
Pressler's New Man of Texas.

few these sple ndd maps compiled BY Charles w
ftser Chief Of the General Land oee at Aus
@ beautifully coored and rollers, designed expressly for
tpnung and Offices sale the Herald Of
dee Price, IS TO- Cash, II Is admitted by all that this the
map Of Texas published Those wishing one
tlold call early, as there are but few on hand,
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

TT We are indebted to our countyman W. II. Witt.
Esq, who has just returned from the Northern cities
tor st. Louis Republican, containing late news of
interest. Mr. Witt came over the Overland Route
aud has, during his trip North, purchased large
stock of goods for his establishment at Trinity Mills
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

Y Attention is called to the announcement Of
John IL. Daniel as candidate for the office of Con-
stable of the Dallas precinct Mr. Daniel held this
Office several years ago. and is fully competent to the
discharge Of its duties,
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

gsy~ We have received communication in relation
60 he late Collin county excitement which must nee
essariay lie over until the return Of the editor,
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

9sS" weare requesed to say that there will be a
Eeeting of the volunteers raised in Dallas county by
III, order of Gen. N. II. Darnell Saturday next,
the 7th instant. All the members as well as others
wishing to join, are requested to attend.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

lay- The List Of Letters remaining In the Post
oce at Dallas OH the LIST inst, will be published next
week.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

gTses the communication of Col. D. Warren Stone
In regard to diseased stock running at large on the
pralrles.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
SPECIAL NOTICES.

R5- See advertisement of DIR. Sanford's Liver
Invigorator, in tie columns Of this paper
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
LYoy,s Va GNETIC POWDERS,


Aats, Moths, and all pests Of ne rerRias kind.
The importance ola rcablear ticlc ofs kind ia incs
mablc In woiher MI nature with these annoy
ing foes. This powder is the only article discovered
which will cxteninatc them. company of bomsis from
the Horticultural Society Of Paris, while amidst the ferns OF
ASIA observed that all insects lighting certain kind OF
plant very dropped dead The fact made Of to
guard their night camps from these inruders. Quantities
of the plant brought home by Dr. f. Lyon, and found
positive insect destroyer in every experiment It's simply
apowdered leaf chemically prepared to resist the effect the
age and climate Medals and Letters Patent have been OBJ
tanned from the governments OF England, France, Germa'
ny and RUSSIA from the Worlds FAIR and numerous med
iea and horticultural colleges and securities.
letter from the President of the United SinIcs.
"ESEcUTirE MANSION, WASHINGTON, 3lst JAM 1853
"Mr EMANUEL LYoS,-Dear Sir:-l have the pleasure to
inform you that the Royal Commission OF the Worlds FMr
at London have awarded You Medal and Certificate for tho
great value OF your Magnetic Powders, sc.
"MlLLARD FILLMORE, Chairman.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
Residence and Farm for sal,
Administrators Notice.

T'IIE undersigned having been appointed, by the
l. Honorable County Court of Dallas county, at its
February term, A. D. 1860, Administrator de Jonis
non, of estate of William NJ. Leonrad, deceased this
is therefore, to notify all persons having claims
against said estate to present the same duly authenti
catol, to the undersigned for payment, within the
time prescribed by law, they will be barred and
all persons indebted to said estate will make imme
date payment to GEO. W. GUESS,
Administrator de boAiS non.
March Dist lSG0-39:Gw
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
STATE OF TEXAS,
County OF KAUFMAN. {
DISTRICT COURT, SPRING TERM, A. D., 1860.
CYNTHIA HAMMOND, Plf.

DISTRICT COURT, SPRING TERM, A. D., 1850.
CYNTHIA HAMMOND, Plf. !
O. P. HAMMOND, Def
To the Sheriff Of Kaufman County, Grectiag:-
w HEREAS Cynthia Hammond has filed in
w my Office her petition alleging in substance
as follows: The said Cynthia Hammond, now a
resident of Kaufman County State of Texas,
was, on or about the 18th Of March, 1885, law.
fully married to o. p. Hrmmond:-Pctitioner al
leges that she treated her said husband, o. P.
Hammond kindly and af1ectionately as she was
bound by her marriage VOWS. and in all respects
performed the duties of faithful wife until the
fall of the said year 1856, when, without her
knowledge or consent, and without any cause on
her part, on a certain night, about the time last
aforesaid, defendant suddenly abandoned plain
tif's bed and board, seizing and carrying horse.
the property of Mary Ramsey, and 800 in mon
ey, belonging to estate of plaintiffs mother
Plaintiff AYERS that defendant made no provision
for her support, and that she has not heard of
him, though he has been gone more than three
years. Plaintiff prays-( having made affidavit
that defendants residence is unknown) that the
said defendant be cited, according to law, to
swer this petition--and that the bonds Of matr-
mony between her and defendant may be dissolv-
ed-and you are, therefore, hereby commanded
that you summon said o. P Hammond, by hav-
ing this wish published in the 'Dalas Herald"
q newspaper published IN the town oil Dallas,
Dallas county, Texas, and the nearest county to
Kaufman county for four successive weeks, to
personally appear before the District Court of
kaufman county, at the next term thereof. to be
holden at the Court House, in the town of Kauf-
man, on the llth Monday after the LIST Monday
in March, 1860, then and there to answer plain
tiff7s petition, of which the foregoing is an alb
stract. Herein fai! not, &c.
- Witness ]. 4. Rayel, Clerk of the Dis
SEAL trict Court of Kaufman County. Given
wv under my hand and seal IF Office at kauf-
man, this 9th day of March, A. d. 1860.
J..T. RAYEL, Clerk.
Issued 9th March, 1860.
j. T. RAYEL,
CLERK D. {. X. c. Texas.
Received in Office on the same day issued and
executed by having this citation published in the
Dallas Herald, newspaper published in the
town of Dallas, Dallas county, Texas, for four
successive weeks
O.: p. Hammond will take notice of the above, !
and attend accordingly.
March 9th, 1860
s. o. GIBBS,
SHERIFF OF KAurgAx Co. Texas.
s7;4tl Pr. fee sl7 90
EOR DRUGS or NE DIcI.NES. Of every Va
T. r;ety, call az W. W. PEAK & BRO.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
NE rs FREE FROM POISON.


Mr. F. LroS,-Dear Sir We have analysed and tested
mankind and domestic animals, but death when IN.
hailed by bugs, ants and insects.
JAMES X. Chiffon, NJ. D., Chemist.
lAURANCE REID, Prof. Chemistry, " y. Hospital
NJ John l.. Rome Superintendent of the New Yor. Hos.
ptol says: che has expelled all the bugs ants roaches
moths &C., with Loyn's Powder and finds of immense
value Every gardner and housekeeper have direct
interest in m article of this kind. Reference can made
to the Asor St. Nicholas and Metropolitan Hotels to Judg.
MeiSs, President Of the American Institute James Gordon
Bennett Gen. Wnge!d Scott Cyrus W. Field L. NJ Pcase,
of the Five Points Mission, &c &C. Judge Mcigs SAYS,
"Ths discovery of Professor Lyon, of naon; import.
Nnce. The Farmers Club have tested it thoroughly It
will destroy ocusts grasshoppers ants moths bugs and
al yermn Garden plants be preserved and houses
made pure
Arrangements made through Messrs. BARNES
PARK of New York. to have it sold throughout the world
Many worthless limitations advertised. BE cautious!
NEW York, November Sth, 1865.
SIN retiring from business have sold all my insect Pow
ders and Pills. Letters Patent, and the pertaining
thereto Dessrs PARK. This Powder is dis
covery made by myself and brought from the interior of
Asia and is unknown any other persons The genuine
and effective article is put up tin caniscrs and will con-
tnue to bear my name. "E LYON"
Rats and mice be reached by powder and are killed
by Magnetic Pill Order them through any merchant.
IT'S Lyons Powder kills insects in u trice,
But Lyons Pills are mixed for rats and mice.
Sample Fasks % cents regular Sizes cents and 81 90
E9- Follow directions. Use freely and Moroug1ly -ga
BARNES ~ PARK,
lvSniOGmo Is and 10 Park Row, New York.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
WOOsHey lis Coming!
NOTICE {!

NOTICE.!
WILL sell two 6 horse Powers and Threshers, one
i horse Railway Thresher, cast iron Roller Su
gar Mill f6r crushing Chinese Sugar Cane, with two
40 gallon Sugar Pans will sell the above on ninety
days time, with note and approved security, for
Good Mules. ANY application for Sugar Mill must be
made by LIST of May next j. II. SINGLETON.
Waxahachie, March u, 1S6O-4O:2m.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
HORSES, CATTLE q
VALUABLE HORSE SAVED:

such as rlngbone gall, scratches SPAWN, polov sweeny
hoOfail, Ser are subdued and cured by the Mustang
Iiuimeut,
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04

The popularity ofthe MEXICAN MUSTANG LINAMENT,
coeNIensve with the civilization Globe Other st'
eles claim to aHiais pain and dislresss cures faml'
y Physicians Government Hospitals, farEiers, Planters,
Farmers, Liyermen, Scu have practically demonstrated
this fact throughout the world No article ever before reee'
we'd such undivided praise and support om Medical and
eeutie men,
RuEUMATIsM
ofyearS standing has been totally cured Piles Ulcers Tu'
mars, Running Sores, soroAR, slid Joints, Felons sweng
Burns Bites, boils, Chaps, Neuralgia, salt Rheun and all
sehes and pains upon man, and kindred complaints upon
HORSES, CATTLE &r.,
such rngbone gall, scratches, SPAWN pooyl, sweeny
LnnGa ..L-..-I .l.r.l Nv In
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1860-04-04
Issued 9th March, 1860.
j. T. RAYEL,
CLERK D. [. X. c. TEXAS.

J1OR DRUGS or NE DTcLNEs, Of every "a
L rety, call at W. W PEAK & BRO.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1860-10-19
DIR. MATTIS0N'S REMEDIAL INSTITUTE
FOR SPECIAL DISEASES,
Real Estate for Sale.

The subscriber offers for sale his Mill, situated
at Goodwin's Mills, in Dayton, containing two
runs Of stones, corn cracker and bolt, with
improved water-wheels, nearly new. Also q
Carding Machinein good repair. Also, Clap
board and Single Machine, with Splitting Ma
chine and all necessary machinery and saws for
manufacturing Clapboards, Shingles, and the
like, driven by one Of John "yler's Improved
Patent Portable Iron Water Wheels, the best
water wheel which the subscriber has any ac-
quaintancc with.
Failing health is the only reason I have for
the sale Of the above property. Ii has been o
profitable investment, and may be made, by
judicious management the means Of giving .
competence 10 the purchaser in few years
He will also sell the following described lots
Of land, viz A lot about 40 by so feet, with
a small store on same, at Goodwin's Mills vii
lage. Also, about q acres, comprising some of
the most desirable building lots in the Village.
Also, about l Of an acre adjoining the last
named lot, with q convenient House, Wood
house, and stable with good well Of water,
fitted up the present season. and occupied as a
parsonage. Also, about 40 acres (more or
iess) Of very valuable timber and wood land,
kn%Sn sQR f00dx .c Acres g" o. h wood TSrG and
timber land near Cooks Brook, In Lyman.
Also. one undivided half ola 20 acre lot In CON-
mon with Frederick T. Hill, in Dayton, near
the residence Of the late Jonah Hill. Also,
about Is acres Of pasture and wood land, ad-
joining the farm of Robert Clcaves, in Dayton.
Also, about acres Of valuable salt marsh, In
Kennebunkport, near Vaughn's Island. Also,
good Hay field in Kenncbunkport and Biddi-
ford, near st. John Dement'S, containing -
acres. Also, l0-24ths Of Hills Saw Mill pri-
yilege. at Goodwin's Mills.
For further particulars. inquire Of the sub
scrlber at his residence at Goodwin's Mills.
DANIEL HILL, ID.
Dayton, Sept. 22nd, 1850. l2w40
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1860-10-19
Farm. for sale.

TIIE subscriber offers for sale his farm, SIT
] uated in Kennebunkport, on the road lead
ing from Kennebunkport village TO Biddeford.
Said farm contains about one hundred acres,
forty OF which Is covered with wood and tim
Der. The other part Of said farm is divided in
10 t;llsge and pasture. Said farm Is well wa
terrell. and cuts about forty tons OF hay. Build
incs new and in good repair, and all finished
Said buildings are painted and well shaded win
monumental trees. This is one Of the best farms
In Kennebunkport Is conveniently heated with
reference 10 school, meeting houses, markets,
&c aud offers q rare chance for any one wish
ing 10 purchase. and settle upon good Arm
Sui farm will DO sold In whole or in part
Terms Of payment made easy. -
AARON c. KICKER
Kcnnebunkport. March -. lsGo. l3u
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1860-10-19
PORTLAND AND BOSTON LINE.
U MINER ARIA EMENr!!

The splendid new sea- going Steam
en Forest City, Lewissss. and
N11EE Moatreal, will until further no
& IL 8tice run rs follows,
Leave Atlantic Wharf, Portland. every Monday,
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. at
o'clock 2. NJ, and Central Wharf, Boston, every
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Prl.
day, at O'Clock r. NJ.
fsrc-In Cabin, sI2a On Dock, si.Oo.
n. Each boat Is furnished with . large number
OF state Rooms, for the accommodation Of ladies
and families; and travellers are reminded that by
taking this line, much saving OF time and expense
will be made. and that the Inconvenience Of ARR
wing In Boston Ut late hours OF tho night will b
avoided.
ths earliest trains out Of ehe city.
The Company are not responsible Tor baggage to
An Amount exceeding SO In value, and that person.
Al unless notice 10 given and paid for Of the rate Of
one passenger for every $500 additional value.
Portland. Nay IS, 1850. 4iu
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1860-10-19
WHITES
COAL DEPOT.

DNRCHAsERs OF COAL. either IN ss,s ., s,4s,.
ford, are informed that the subscriber has nsdo
arrangements by which he will be able N supply
thoss who wish with the best varieties Of Coal In
tho market, screened and prepared for use lie has
can be delivered at o less prioe while landinE.
which he will sell delivered nj the lowest prizes.
and he expects ~ have supply OF other varieties
soon.
Persons In want Of Coal. ut reasonable ratss Will
hDd him ready 20 accommodate them ~ bis wharf
on the Bidd,fsrd side. Now 10 the time TO put in
the Fall stock, and the place 70 81 y y ircui
Whites Wharf Of SAMUEL WHITk
Biddsford, Jsss -. is60. Vu