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New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
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CORN SONG.
BY JOHN C. WHITTIER

Heap high the farmers wintry hoard!
Heap hightho golden corn +! r
No richer gift has autumn poured
From out her lavish horn! -
Let other lands, cxulting, CLEAN III
The apple from tho pine, rrr
The Orange from the glossy green,
The cluster from the vine.
We better love the hardy gift
Our rugged wales bestow.
To cheer us when the storm shall drift
Our harvest fields with snow.
Through wales of grass, and meads of flow
Our elows their furrows made,
While DER the hills the sun and showers
Of changcful April played.
We dropped the seed o'er hill and plain.
Beneath the sun Of Nay.
And frightened from our sprouting grain
The robber grows away.
All through the long bright days of June,
Its leaves grew bright and fair,
And waved in hot midsummer's noon,
Its soft and yellow hair.
And now, with Autumns moonli, eyes,
Its harvest time has como,
We pluck away its frosted leaves,
And bear the treasure home
There, richer than the fab'ed gifts
Appollo showcred Of DID,
Fair hands the 1roken grain shall elf
And kncad its meal OF gold
Let yapid dlcrs loll in silk,
Around their costly board:
Give us the bowl ofsamp and milk,
By homespun beauty poured.
Where'er the wide old kitchen hearth
Sends up its smoky curls,
Who will not thank the kindly earth,
Aud bless the farmer girls!
Then shame on all the proud and vain,
Whose 70 ly laughs to scorn
This blessings Of our hardy grain,
Our wealth Of golden corn.
And let the 60 de, cop alocn
The hills our fathers trod,
Still let us foc His golden corn,
Send up our thaaks to God
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
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THE LOST BOY.

The editor of the Ssndusky Mirror
was formerly Warden Of the Ohio Pen
|itentiary. He gives the following as
one of the incidents which occurred
while he had the control of the institu-
ton:
had been few months in charge of
the Prison, when my attention was at
tracted to, and deep interest felt, in
the numerous boys and young men who
were confined therein, and permitted to
work in the same shops with old and
hardened convicts, The interest was
increased on every evening, as saw
them congregate in gangs, marching to
their silent meals, ard thence to their
gloomy bedrooms, which are more like
living sepulchres with iron shrouds, than
sleeping apartments. These young men
and boys being generally the shortest
in height, brought up the rear of the
companies, as they marched to the ter
rible "lock-step," and consequently
most easily attracted attention. 10 see
many youthful forms and bright counte-
nances, mingled with the old and hard
ened scoundrels, whose vis.ge betokened
wee, malice, and crime, was sickening
to tho soul. But there was one among
the boys, lad Of about seventeen years
of age, who had particularly attracted
my attention; not from anything supe-
rior in his countenance or general ap'
pearance, but by the look Of utter des
pair which ever sat upon his brow, anc
the silent uncomplaiuing manner il
which he submitted to all the hardship;
and degradations OF prison life. HI
was often complained of by both officers
and men, and / thought unnecessarily
for light and trivial offences against th'
rules of propriety; yet he seldom ha'
any excuse or apology, and never denie(
a charge. He took the reprimand ant
once the punishment, without tear o
al lmurmer, almost as matter of cours
seeming thankful that it was no worse
He had evidently seen better days.. an
enjoyed the l'ght Of home, parents, an
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
LAWYER & MITCHELL.

LAWVEK MITCHELL' .
wholesale and Retail Druggists and Apothe-
carries Dealers in Drugs, Medicines, Chemi-
Gals Perfumeries, Toys, and Yankee Notions,
Burning Flnid and Lamps, Paints, Oils,
Brushes Sash, Glass and putty, Kerosene
Oh and Lamps of every style. Choice fami-
ly Groceries and Seeds Of all kinds. Books
and Stationary, Bird Cages and Fixtures.
Agents for all Patent Medicines, County
agents for the sale of pure Liquors. }. ).
LAWYER, Agent for the best Fire and Lie
Insurance Companies. n52-1yl
Iawvor H. B. Mitchell.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16

A butchers boy running against
gentleman with his tray, made
him exclaim The deuce take
the tray!
Sir said the lad, sthe deuce
tonttahe the trey.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
WHOLE NO. 65

a.telci countenalce OF his boy, as he
stood clad in the degrading stripes and
holding convicts cap in his hand, l
never heard before. I have seen many
| similar scenes since, and have become
Injured to them, but this one seemed as
il it would bu;s: my brain. I drew up,
and sis snel Il petition for the pardon Of
the young convict, and such u deep and
favorable impression did the letter 1
wrote in answer to the advertisement
have upon the directors, that they
readily joinel in the petition. Gov.
Wood Was easily prevailed upon in such
case. and pardon was granted.
Need describe the old mans JOY -
How he laughed and wept walked and
ran, al! impatient to see his son set free.
When the lad came out in citizens dress
the aged parent was too full for utter
ance, lie hugsed the released convict
to his bosom and kissed him, wept and
prayed. Grasped my hand, he tender
ed me his farm, his golA watch anything
that would take.
Panied at the thought Of pecuniary
reward, | took the old mans arm III
mine, and his boy by the hand, and es-
cortcd them to the gate, literally bowing
| them away.
| I never saw them more; but tho
young man is doing we'll, and long may
! he live to reward the flial affection of
his parent. "
This case may be but one among
hundred where the innocence of tho
convict is clear, but even where guilt is
clear, there should be pity for youth.
and some proper means taken to restore
them to the paths of rectitudc and houer.
The Use Of Kind Words.
Next to affection, which ought to be
sacred to one congenial spirit, comes
kindness, which ought to be shown in
our dealings with all. The unkind
word, uttered more for relief, than to
wound, troubles the waters of spirit
that was Tranquil before, and clouds,
darkness, and it may be tempcss 8, mar
the beauty Of another life. And 50 wo
chafe, wound and wrong each other, not
for design, but because We arc angry,
and would hurt our brother, bu. simply
because we suffer our hearts to be op-
pressed with doubt, disquietude, impa-
tient longings after things of this world
which Providence sees fit to withhold.
! Let US be wiser than this; wiser and
just. Let us compel ourselves to speak
pleasantly and so refrain from all repro
ductions of our unhappy conditions Of
mind. Thus will come back to us good,
from our simple effort to repress an
evil in ourselves. Speak kindly to all;
kindly, even in rcpr,of Worls utter
ed in fretfulncss or anger, rarely do any
good. They mar the spirit, instead of
giving it strength for right action. A
single pleasant word may fill heart
with sunshine. Why, then no. scatter
pleasant words? 1t is one of the cheap
est ways of doing good. Even if you
are too selfish to help others with your
money, yoar time, or god Off ,cs, spare
them Il few kind words, as you move on
throush lie, and it will be so much on
the RI 5ht side when your final account
is made up.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
Eagle Exchange Hotel,

ByS. NJ. Cole, New Oregon, Howard county
Iowa. Having purchased the above hotep
and made such improvements as the wants
of the public seem to demand, | solicit q
share Of public patronage-N. b; M. ".
Walkers stages leave this house daily for
nil points east and west. s. NJ. c.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
HARNESS SHOP.

o. N. LUND. would announce to the people
ofHoward County, that he still continues
the harness business in all its branches, al
the "Old Bank" Of Weiser & Filkert
Decorah Iowa. All work warranted, and
prices reasonable. (vol2n2em.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
Dr.. ]. ]. Cleclmer

Dr.. J. J. CIenlmer,
Physician and surgeon, New Oregon, lava
will attend to all calls in his professio
whether by night or by day. Office at his
residence on Main street, FIRST door nertb
OF Lawyers drug store
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
A. BRADiSH,

Dealer in stoves and hardware, iron, nails
glass, sash, wooden and jappanned ware
table and pocket cutlery, mechanics tools
agricultural implements, and builders fur
nishing stock. Also manufacturer Of al
kinds of copper, tin, and sheet iron ware
Particular attention paid to all kinds ofjob.
b;ng
Three doors east of the Post OFce, Deco
rah, Iowa.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
O, A. Adams.

0. A. Adams.
Machinist, Millwright and Gun Smith, vii
give prompt attention to all work in the re
par of Engines, Machinery and FIREARMS
All kinds of work from q Darning Needle to
a Locomotive attended to on the spur of the
moment, and warranted to give satisfaction.
Shop on Main Street, Vernon Springs Iowa.
(n4S tf)
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
E, W. Allen,


Situated on the corner Of Mil and Water
streets, Dccorah, iowa. Ira Protheroe Pro-
nriotor-Good stabling attached, alse livery
with gsod horses, easy carriages and care,
ful drivers, to convey travellers to any part
of the country.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16

T. g. G. Sccu 1850 H. G.. Scott
Scott & Brother,
Wholesale and retail dealers in dry goods
groceries, boots and shoes, hats and caps
Yankee notions, &C., Main street, McGro
gor, Iowa. will attend to making col!ec
tions, or purchases of produce.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
PENNSYLVANIA HOUS E

Main street, Nc Gregor, Zo,ca.
This we'll known house is well supplied with
every thing necessary for the comfort of the
travelling public.
Good accommodations for teams and care
ful ostlers engaged. ..s. II 1911 ~
JOHN: MCMyLLEN, Proprietor.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
Cards.
". r. Mead,

". r. Mead,
Attorney and counsellor ut law and notary
public, New Oregon, Iowa, will practice IN
all the courts Of the 10th judicial district.
pronpt attcntion given to securing and co.. %,
.lcctins debts in northern Iowa and south
r,rn Minnosota. Good reference given when
desired
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
P. Dumn

P. Duf1n,
IA Fashionable tailor, at the Nd record
EA er's efce, Decorah, Iowa All work
IL warranted to ft and made IN the most
fashionable style. Cutting done at short
notice and warranted to suit.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
Bauyh s. Stonoman
n n. pREST0N

Attorney and counsellor at law, Vernon
Springs, Howard County, Iowa. Will at
tend promptly to all business entrusted to-
his care, [n2S-lyl
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16

~ u 8. Herriok, N "|||
Dealer in dry goods, groceries, clothing, leath-
or, shoemakers findings, hardware, iron,
nails, glass, sash and putty, boots and shoes
salt, fish and provisions. VII kinds of pro-
duce received in exchange for goods and
Ii grail prices given at his Cash and Borter
Store New Oregon. Iowa .. .....
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
Adv ERTI S IN q Il

Special notices, loaded, will be charged =. a
she ratio of Ss3 for every ten lines, tor one 'n'
ton.
~ Positively no variance from the above
srates
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
DEBORAH HOUSE.
a. SADLER,

WOULD announce to the public generally
w and his friends particularly, that having
purchased the Stand and the STOCK OF
GROCERIES heretofore kept by MR..
GEORGE Eek, that it is his purpose to keep
at all times supply of such articles inclu-.
ding all Staple Groceries, as the demands of
the country require His motto is ready pay
and small profits preferring the nimble six
pence to the slow shilling. Farm Produce
generally taken IN exchange for goods and
highest market prices paid
Il share of patronage respectfully solicited.
(n62 1y)
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16
NEW OREGON PLAINDEALER

Published every Friday at tho Plandealer
building opposite the Eagle f xo nange New
Oregon Howard county, Iowa. F }. MEAD
proprietor.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1860-11-16

WANTED.
Wheat, rye, tallow lard
eggs, hides and all kinds of produce at the
highest market pricee. Constantly reeei.
wing new goods at prices to invite custom
Call and examine goods and prices before
purchasing elsewhere. v2n2 1y.
WWNSDN 8 RI,N!DWBs
The penny press. [volume] (Cincinnati [Ohio]) 1859-1860, 1860-01-11
Extensive Robbery on sixth-street-
-Four Hundred Dollars In Gold and
Silver Coin stolen. aN ~ 81 .

Lieutenant Watkins, in company with some
of the members of the police force, yesterday
afternoon arrested the following persons !:
Jane and Mary Lawson, Ellen, Caroline,
Josephine, Edmond and William Cross, and
Samuel Sherrick, upon warrant issued at the
instance of man named Kingsley, who
charges them with ersnd larceny. The cir
oumstances of the robbery, so far as we could
learn them, are as follows:
1t appears that Kingsley arrived in the city
from Indiana about week ago, and took
boarding at q house on Sixth-rtreet, near
John, in which the above parties reside. He
had in his possession couple of small trunks,
one Of which he placed in the charge of Mrs
Cross, telling her that it contained four hun
dred dollars in gold and silver coin, and some
valuable papers. ..,....-.-.....
He afterward took the trunk, thinking that
he would leave the city, carried tito his room,
and placed 1t under his bed. Some disap-
pointmel u business caused him to be de.
tanned lor ser than he expected; and when be
returned to his boarding house, one of the
females of the establishment met him at the
door with the astounding news that his trunk
had been broken and perhaps rifsd.
Upon examination he found that the fac
had not been misrepresented, and that the
money had really been carried of. He imme
diately caused warrant to be issued for tn,
arrest Of the parties, who were committed t
the Ninth-street Station-house to await an ok
animation, this morning, before Judge Lowe
The penny press. [volume] (Cincinnati [Ohio]) 1859-1860, 1860-01-11

POLICE CoUBT.--Twenty-th three cases were
examined yesterday morning before Judge
Lowe, of which the following are the most i'm
portant: az Ge15
man named George Pape was arrested
several days ago for stealing quantity of tai
low from tho Butchers fat-rendering estab.
lishment on the corner of Liberty street and
Western-row. The charge was grand larceny,
but upon this he was discharged, while an in.
formation for petty larceny and embezzlement
was filed against him. He pleaded guilty to
the latter count in the Indictment, but the
former was dismissed. He was fined $50 and
costs, sentenced to tho dungeon of the County
Jail to be fed on broad and water fJr a term
of ten days. ..,.!.i, .,....-......
A woman named Mary Thompson was
charged with the larceny of couple Of lamps,
and being deemed guilty, was sentenced to
the County all for six months.
Susan Cooper, day before yesterday, be-.
came belligerent and unable to control her
passion. IN hilei in this condition she met
Mary Jenkins and assaulted her with slung-
shot. This caused her arrest, and after spend
ing might in, the Station house she was sent
to o7the County Jail TO Sbse fed on bread and
water for ton days.
"A negro named Richard jackson, night bs.
fore last, visited Q house on Broadway, near
Now, and was enjoying the society Of his "be-
loved" when woman entered, kissed her
and whispered something in her ear. To this
style Of conversation he objected, and at
length grew rude and struck his sable sweet
heart, Who, Immediately called wstchman,
who arrested tho offender. He was fined Eve
dollars and costs.
The penny press. [volume] (Cincinnati [Ohio]) 1859-1860, 1860-01-11
AMUSEMENTS.

PIXIES 0PERA-HoUsE.-THE TEMPEST drew
excellent audience to the Opera house last night
both In point Of quality and quantity and passed of
much better than the night previous, doubtless
owing 10 the fact that the actors more familiar
with the business II willbe repeated this evening
WooD's THEATEB.--The new tragedy, TIE
FArALIs1, was Witnessed last night, at Woods Thea
tor, by large and enthusiastic audience. The play
seems to have been In some sort, success, and al
though We have not yet been able to witness IT, we
have little doubtof its merit. II will be performed
again 'hiS eVening9N shTEEss uHf a.
NATIONAL THEATER.-In consequences of an
operstic discord, RoB Reg was substituted last night
Cur MissERIsa viii Be produced bs the the company.
The Escott and Miranda Opera Company have dis
banded, and but three of the members are leftLucy
Escott, Annie Kemp and Miranda. With this trio,
properly managed series OF vaudevilles 0perattas,
musical farces, &c., might be produced and made
priety Of this, and doubt not the enterprise would
meet with success. The company Is now much
better than before the disorganization; for that
which was good In IL, Ia no longer compelled to
overcome the repeling influence Of party of the
most execrable singers we ever heard. Ht
MELoDEoN HALL.-- This popular concert
room was crowded, last night and the audience was
delighted with the performance. Miss Julia Gould
is an excellent vocalist, and the Buckley's have In
themselves degree Of merit which must ever prove
a magnet OF sufficient power to make them friends
everywhere. 1"-l b. ~. Is. .I .--,aI,,
SMITH & NIxos's HALL.,-Prof. Jacobs is
still holding forth at this establishment to excellent
houses, and his magic pleases while II astonishes
Do not fail to witness one, at least OF his unique
tertainments. VI Ut III
The penny press. [volume] (Cincinnati [Ohio]) 1859-1860, 1860-01-11

A DISCIPLE OF BLACKSTONE VERSUS KNIGHT
OF THE QUILL.-In recent issue of morning
cotemporary an article appeared oriticizing
somewhat severly, though not unjustly, the
course Of certain members of the School Board
of q neighboring city, among whom was q
certain well-known lawyer-not the most
amiable man in the world, but as remarkable
for sagacity in his profession as for ungentle-
ness of temper. Yesterday afternoon the
writer Of the article and the lawyer met, and
something like the following colloquy took
place: 'gaF ta.t aE.E#rt .af
Lawyer.-Did you write that article9 4
Journalist.--I did, sir. 4' d.. .ss
Lawyer.-Are you responsible for it?
Journalist-I am, sir.
Scarcely had this reply been given, and be-
fore the bystanders became aware that any
harsh feeling existed between the parties, they
had rushed into each others arms and were
apparently endeavoring to eat each other up.
They were separated, however, by their friends,
both slightly injured, but these will soon
heal; and the lawyer who thinks his honor
has been wounded will doubtless find it re-
stored before the scratches. he received in the
melee shall have disappeared.
The penny press. [volume] (Cincinnati [Ohio]) 1859-1860, 1860-01-11
From washington.

WASHINGTON, January 1O.-Ths President
to day nominated to the Senate Hon. Cbss.
j.. Faulkner, Of Va, as Minister to France.
The Senate confirmed all pending appoint
ments made during the recess Of Congress, and
Ex-senator Breese as Marshal Of the Northern
Districts of Illinois, VI 1, noe, ,.,,.....'
Mr.. Crumbs nomination as Consul to Hsvrs
is not definitely acted upon. ''.'N f.'fF'.'.
The bill introduced by Senator Gwin yester-
day, providing for' q Territorial Government
for Nevada, is the same as reported in the
last House of Representatives. ,i., O.. ,.,.....
The United States Agricultural Society will
commence Its eighth, annual meeting at the
Smithsonian Institute tomorrow. = iA'
The penny press. [volume] (Cincinnati [Ohio]) 1859-1860, 1860-01-11
LAW REPORT.
SUPERIOR COURT,


MOTION TO DISSOLVE ATTACHMRNr.-Admin-
isration Of chloroform. d. q R. Brown VS.. Jamison
Judge Storer resumed the hearing Of the evidence.
Drs. b. 3. Newton, Graham, W.. 81. Mussey, Black
man and Graham were examined. None Of the wit.
nesses had any personal knowledge of ohloroform
having been administered during sleep. It had been
tried by Drs. Blackman and Mussey in the case Of
children asleep, but the effect was failure; they
always woke up. si 81 &. aga
W.T.. Simpson examined. The house Of witness
was entered some time ago and robbed, he and bis
wife, while asleep, having previously had s,mething
administered TO them, which he supposed to be chor
oform. The physicians had stated that II was, and
the thief being afterward arrested, ,choroform was
found on his person. f,faIii4o..qa
The testimony has closed. ..I 1Js- Hlg -'ii
Adams vs. Rodebaugh. In this case, q suit on q
note Judge Storer held that where plaintiff and the
defendant were the only witnesses testifying, and
they came in conflict both being equally credible,
the Court would not be authorized to render audge
ment for plaintiff. Judgment was rendered for
Judge Spencer disposed Of several dsmurrers. b
McMillen vs. Johns and Clark. iAjury trial before
Judge Hoady. The question was as to the bona fde
character Of sale Of real estate from johns to Clark
C0kxcN PLEAS. tsyE .
IH Roox No. Judge Collins disposed Of
RooM no. 2.-Before Judge Mallon. sscrist VS..
Risk. Suit on note; defense that It was accommo.
CRMiuiI BusIsHss. The State VI. Henry Ape,
charged with burglary This case was fixed for trial
before Judge Carter but was laid over until the 3th
nst In consequence Of the absence Of Witnesses. No
other case was ready. il tal-t nv
The penny press. [volume] (Cincinnati [Ohio]) 1859-1860, 1860-01-11

VIZ 80 for Western Prime mess Beef dull at Sl6@ls:
sales Of 200 erces Chicago private ters Dressed
Hogs plenty and dull at 6s@6Hc for Western, and
tice; sales at e@9kc for HANG. Bacon quiet and
unchanged; sales of 900 green Hams at &c. and 1000
Il ao on private Gsba harqa @
and st'ss i, %Sassss ts1Sss = s
arc hha
and quite steady for both hsmock Ashes
Pearls at SIS s7k Cotton, there is no change "a the
market, and the demand continues moderate: sales
of 900 bales atnlhc for middlfng uplands; holders
any change ofmoment and very firm; sales Of Is bags
Rio at 900 mats Java, TO arriye from Boston
at &c., four months and 600 bags st. Domingo, just
Muscoyado at 7Ac., and 300 bags China at SIC.
tEsnsactions q Importance. Rice Ste .dH sales Of
in moderate request and firmly supported sales re-
ported OF l,20 boxes Adamantine at ls92Oc and 800
hoxes Sperm at ssS4ec; plain, and SOC for patent.
tuns Lake SUPERIOR 1880 tuns Baltimore; 200 tnns
2S tuns South American about
sales Of 900 bags Calcutta Linseed is dull al 81 81.
Hops without change in tone Or PRICE and dull with
variation and quiet, since the last TRANSACTIONS In
Manila; nothing of moment has been done, and
asG 20 sa "a
64c for Manila, Scotch pig Iron In fair request Al
2i 5o925. Lead continues quiet and without change
sS5 so for Galena, cash Tea dull and heavy at tht
last figures, and no sales Of moment are reported.
changed. Wheat steady: red at 81 SOL @ TOorn
declined saes Of 1900 bushels yellow at 7oc. Oats
The penny press. [volume] (Cincinnati [Ohio]) 1859-1860, 1860-01-11
From indianapolis.

INDIANAPOLIS, January 10.--The Indiana
State Democratic Convention meets here at
ten o'clock tomorrow. An immense crowd
of delegates is already here. Every county
in the State is represented. Several counties
send two setts of delegates. Greatly embit-
tered feelings prevail. between tho Douglas
and Administration factions, and a stormy
timeis anticipated, Senator Bright and Finley
Bigger, Of the United States Treasury Depart
nent, arrived last night. No preliminary
meeting will be held tonight, as has been the
usual custom. ASmeeting Of delegates was
held at the Masonic Hall, this afternoon,
which was addressed by Ex- Governor Dun
ming, Governor Willard, Colonel May, Gordon
Tanner, Esq, and others. From present in
dioationr, the Douglas mon have majority.