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Columbia Democrat and Bloomsburg general advertiser. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1850-1866, 1861-10-19

going out as missionary to India. On
the last evening of his stay, went with
him to the grave of our lost one. We re-
mained till the grass was glitteriug with
due, and the stars were thick in heaven.
Many times turned poor William to do
part and returned again. We both had
remarked single rose bud, very like the
Que Annie wore on her marriage day, and
at that second bridal, when she was wed.
ded to the dust--and when at last William
summoned strength to 60, he plucked
this, and placed it in his bosom, with many
tears.
| doubt not that in his distant home,
that darkened land, where he is toiling
for Christ's sake, that flower is still a
cherished memento of his sadly beautiful
past, and a touching reminder of shore
to which he hastcneth, and unfading cline
where ever livith the rose of love, in the
bloom of immortality, in the sunlight of
Gods smile.
|, too, am far from her grave, but
know almost to day, when that rose tree
is in bloom. Every morning, say, ano
ther bud is unfolded over her breast-how
it loads the air with perfume, as it sways
to the passing breeez and at evening,
how the starlight trembles around it, and
how sweotly sleeps the cool dew drop in
its glowing heart
Columbia Democrat and Bloomsburg general advertiser. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1850-1866, 1861-10-19

BG- The press, the pulpit, and petti-
coats. The three ruling powers of the
day, The first spreads knowledge, the
second spreads morals, and the last spreads
considerable.
Columbia Democrat and Bloomsburg general advertiser. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1850-1866, 1861-10-19

a FAST SToRY.-An Englishman was
Dragging of the speed on English railroads
to Yankee traveller in England. The
engine bell was rung as the train neared
the station.
"What's that noise ~ inquired the Yam.
kee.
awe are approaching the town." said
the Englishman. "They have to COM
mencc ringing about ten miles before they
get to a station or else the train would run
by it before the bell could be heard -
Wonderful, isn't it? suppose they hay
on't invented bells in America yet?
Why, yes replied the Yankee we've
got bells, but can use them on our rail.
roads. We run so 'tarnal fast that the
train always keep ahead of the sound
"Indeed T. exclaimed the Englishman.
"Fact, said the Yankee, chad to give
up bells. Then We tried steam whistles
but they wouldn't answer either. was
on a locomotive when the whistle was tried.
We saw a two-horso wagon crossing the
track about five miles ahead, and the en-
gnccr let the whistle on, but it wasn't no
use. The next thing knew | was pick
ing myself out of pond by the roadside
amid the fragments of the locomotive dead
horses, broken wagon and dead engineer
lying beside me. Just then the whistle
came along, mixed up with some frightful
oaths that l heard the engineer use when
he first saw the horses. Poor fellow he
was dead before his voice got to him. AT.
ter that We tried lights, supposing these
would travel faster than sound, but the To-
comotiye kept ahead OF it still, and was in
the darkness, with the light on close be
hind it. have heard that some of the
fast trains beat the telegraph Is minutes
every 40 miles. But can say as that is
Eue-the rest knew to be so"
Columbia Democrat and Bloomsburg general advertiser. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1850-1866, 1861-10-19
E@- An old bachelor being i'll, his sista

s0- An old bachelor being i'll, his sister
presented cup of medicine.
"What is it ~ he asked.
She answered.
1t is elixir asthmatio, it is very arc.
matte, and will make you feel estatio."
"Nancy," he replied, :" you are very
sistermatic."
Columbia Democrat and Bloomsburg general advertiser. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1850-1866, 1861-10-19

Das- The following bill, rendered by u
carpenter to farmer for whom he had
worked, seems at least curious 'To
hanging two barn doors aud myself seven
hours, one dollar and half
Columbia Democrat and Bloomsburg general advertiser. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1850-1866, 1861-10-19

SAVING FOR OID AGE.-No one de
nies that it is wise to make a provision for
old age, but we are not all agreed as to
the kind Of provision it is best to lay in
Certainly, We shall want Il little money for
a destitute old man is indeed a sorrowful
sight, and suggests to every one that his
life has been foolshly if not wickedly
spent, You save money, by all means
But an old man needs just that particular
kind of strength which young men are
most apt to waste. Many foolish young
fellow will throw away on holiday Ger.
tain amount of nervous energy which he
will never feel the want of until he is seY.
enty; and then how much he will want it..
1t is curious, but true, that a bottle of
champagne at twenty may intensity the
rheumatism at, three score. 1t is fact
that everlasting the eyes at fourteen may
necosstate the aid of spectacles at forty =,
instead of eighty. We advise our young
readers to be saving of health for their old
age for the maxim holds good with re.
gard to health as to money-waste not
want not. 1t is the greatest mistake to
suppose that any violation of the laws of
health can escape its penalty.
Nature forgiyes no sin, no error. She
lets of the offender for fifty years, some.
times, but she catches him at last, and iu-
hicts the punishment just when, just where
just how he feels it most Save up for old
age, but save more than money; save
ealth save honor, save knowledge, save
the recollection of good deeds and innocent
pleasures save pure thoughts, save friends,
save love, save rich stores of that kind of
wealth, time cannot diminish, nor death
take away,
Columbia Democrat and Bloomsburg general advertiser. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1850-1866, 1861-10-19

A lady in Michigan, consOlng her
neighbor for the loss of her son, was an
Swered in tears. If Billy's grandmother
is in Heaven. know she will not SEQ billy
abused"
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d z N 4 I s 4 r x.
III. G. HOVER,
SU d GE0N DENTIST

ss-SruzsErn RESPECTFULLY offers his profession
HAs&fZR al services the ladies and gentlemen OF
VIrM w Bloomsbury and yichIty. He is prepared
- - to attend to all the various operations III
the line Of his profession he is provided with the latest
improved porcelain teeth, which will be inserted on
gold plana, silver and rubber base 10 look well as
the natural teeth.
Mineral plate and block teeth manufactured and all
operations teeth carefully and properly attended to
BloOmsbuIg, Pa, August 8, 1881
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BS- Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton receives
one hundred pounds sterling a week for
bis new story in . All The Yeay Round"
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01
Democratic Assembly Caucus.

ALBANY, MONDAY, Dec' 81, ioVV,
The Democratic Assembly Caucus was held In the
Senate Chamber at O'Clock. Mr.. Darcy Of Kings
called the meeting to order and nominated Holmes
Odell of Weetcbester as Chairman.
On motion Of Mr. Webster j. Jervis Jones (of N.
T.. was appointed Secretary.
On calling the roll 80 members answered TO their
names.
MIR. Arculaius Of New-York declined the nomination
for Speaker and Francis Kilman Of Utica was unani
mously nominated amid loud applause.
The Caucus then proceeded to nominate a candidate
for Clerk. Edmund G.. Sutherland of Westchesier
was chosen, receiving Is votes TO Is for George o.
Jones.
John J. Riley Of New-York was nominated for Ser
geaDt-at-Arms; Michael Kennedy of Kings for Door
keeper, and s.. NJ. Dibblee and Joseph Wallace for
Aseistan- Doorkeepers
messs McDermot of Westehester Kenyon of
Oneida, and Taber of Queens were appointed Com
mittee 70 caIl future Caucusses.
The Csucp then adjourned.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01
. Pennsylvania Politics.
HsRKIssURa, Pa. MONDAY

hKhIssOha, Pa, Monday, Dec. 81, i5bU. .
inere II strong antagonism 10 the appointment Of
senator Cameron TO position in Mr.. Liacons .bi-
MT. Lincoln teleeraphed to the Hon. Alexander X.
meCurs 70 come TO Springfield, and he left for that
hr. Mcclure is opposed to Mr.. Cameron and the
iomsr will meet the latter at Springfield when it is
imposed that violent rupture will ensue, which il il
nSsoa VIII enc so tbs appointment of the Hon. VIM.
L. Dayton 10 place Of either Of them
"a .nAHaisBuns, Pa Monday, Dec. 3l-1l p. m.
as, anpa'en received by citizen tonight announces
q secretary Of the Treasury, and thai he l. now in
Sslnsheid ana VIII accept the appointment. The
: saiho'ity fos tLis is deemed relisble,' -
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01

Special Dispatch to the N. Y. Tribune.
WASHINGTON, Monday, Dec 81, 1860.
A more healthy state of feeling is visible all
over town. The faces Of our Washingtonians be-
gin again to smile, and the confidence that tie
Union may yet last, in spite of the dangers sur
rounding it, seems to have returned
This sudden change is to be ascribed to the
fact that the Secretaryship of War was rendered
to Gen. Scott by the President, indicating that
the latter has still some care for the Union. The
General knowing that it would be rather diff
cult TO get along with Mr. Buchanan in the Cabi-
net, and not being wiling to give up his own
position, declined the appointment, and with his
fullest appreciation, the present Reconsideration
eral Mr.. Holt, a Union man and patriot, was
appointed Secretary of War od interim.
1t is said that the cutter Harriet Lane has
sailed with scaled orders, the destination being,
probably, Charleston.
AS to be expected, the Disunionists feel
awfully tonight cursing tho President and Gen.
Scott most Justify. If the President only holds
out, everything may be well yet.
Mr.. Holt deserves great credit for his patriotic
efforts. The same must be said of Mr.. Stanton,
the Attorney General. He is thorough out
spoken Union man, and has labored assduously
to induce the President to stand by the Union.
Whatever their political predictions may be- all
parties viii thank them for their timely services.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01

Troy, Monday, dec. 81, 1850.
The Troy Daily Times this afternoon contains two
letters from General WOOL taking strong ground in FL
yor Of the Union and in favor Of sssiniag Anderson
in his position at Fort SUMTER and esreesty urging that
iiTm ground be adopted to put down rebellion. He
declares that if Fort Sumter be suerere3 10 the &C.
cessionins, in twenty days 100000 aen would be in
readiness 10 take vengeance on all who would betray
the Union into the hands Of its enemies.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01
From Arbany-The Speakership

Special Dispatch TO The n. Y. Tribune.
ALBANY, Monday, Dec. 3l-9:l0 p. m.
The Republican Assembly Caucus has ballotted
three times for Speaker, with no choice, but Mr..
Robinson leads on every ballot.
The last ballot stood: For Mr.. Robinson, 49,
Littlejohn, 81; others, 9.
A fourth ballot is now proceeding.
1t is currently reported that third man will
be nominated
1910 4. M-The nomination Of Mr.. Little
john as SPEAKER was finally accomplished on the
sixth ballot, by the influences usually paramount
here. A very large and powerful lobby was con-
centrated to effect this The friends Of Mr.
Lit1ejohn were charged at the outset TO vote
openly, but dared not SO they, aided by AL
the trimmers, carried the secret ballot, which
ultimately saved item.
The passage by tie caucus, directly thereafter,
of Mr.. Pierce's resclye approving the Governor
vetoes, and declaring them sustained by the peo-
pie was an expressive commentary on the pres
sure by which Mr.. Littlcjohns nomination was
secured.
Mr. Robinson's opposition, last Winter, to the
Railroad toll and pro rata bills were made the
excuse for voting against him. He also opposed
the Susquehanna Railroad bill, whose friends
steadily opposed him, and finally nominated Mr.
Littlejohn. II. G.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01
The Pennsylvania L.. gisIature.

HARRisBuRG, Pa, Saturday, Dec. y, lSeU,
Montgomery County for Speaker Of the House, and
Jacob ziegler for Chief Clerk.
The Republicans, in caucus, nominated Elisha w
Davis for Speaker Of the House, and Edward Raheh
for Chief Clerk. Robert Palmer was nominated for
Speaker Of the Senate and Russell Errett for Clerk.
The Democrats will reasse nble in caucus tomorrow
10 nominate officers for the Senate. sai = ftF'i
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01
From Albany.

N ALBANY, Monday, Dec. 81, 1860.
The new Republican paper enterprise in this city,
prematurely developed by the publication Of Mr. Car
roll prospectus, is 10 take form this week in the en-
largement Of The Statesman, under the title OF The
Republican Statesman. The paper promises to stand
by the Chicago platform intact and the Morgan and
Campbell State policy.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01
From Pixies Peak.

FoRr KEARSEY, Monday, Dec 81, lSee:
The Pixies Peak Express passed here ~ p. m 10
day. When the coach left Salt Lake City the wssAAer
was very cold. II Is reported that one driver WA
frozen to death beyond Laramie. 90.
DIsylR CnY, Thursday, Dec q, ia
The Secession news produces little sensation. r.
cent arrivals from San Juan report a vast extene e.
country with placer dggings that will pay 10 ceees -
the pan In coarse gold Little can b done there esse
May or june project IA on foot to open ths son1b
from California Guch direct 20 the new mines, which,
VIII make Denver the nearest trading point To- tbsm
out Of the mountains The mountain roads ooatpue TO
Be good and tpen Daily coaches are r,nnng for sod
frvm the populous mining settlements.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01
From Charleston.

CHARLESTON, Monday, Dec. 81, 1860
Strong Notifications have been ordered in and around
the harbor 10 resist any reenforcements that may be
sent to Major Anderson.
Gov Pickens is in daily receipt Of dispatches from
the South, rendering men to defend South Carolina
from invasion.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01

day, under the direction Of the Chaplain Of tie tive
House,.
Mr.. STEVENS called up his resolution above noted.
Mr.. STANTON proposed substitute, that ms Con.
mee on Military Affairs inquire and report how, 70
whom and for what price, arms have been distrib$e0
since January 1850; and also into the condition ~ II
forts, arsenals, dockyaTds, ETC., Of the conntfy;
whether they supplied with adequate garsons; and
whether any further measures are required 10 protest
the pubic property and that the Committee have
power to send for persons and papers, and leave
10 report at any time.
Mr. STEVENS refused TO accept the substitute. He
wanted the President to speak for himself. .3f,,
Mr.. Stevenss question to suspend the rules for the
reception Of the resolution disagreed to, 81 again
62--not two-thirds. ..t.Hf f0 F.. 81 - gI5sz
Mr.. STANT0N'S substitute was adopted as sn inde.
Mr.. DAVIS "A. T., INDY, asked leave to cifsrA
preamble reciting the secession ordinance OF south
Carolina and concluding with resolution instructinQ
fhe Committee the Judiciary to inquire into the
same and report at any tune what Legislation, If aays
has become necessary on the part of Congress in cons
quence Of the position South Carolina has thus ss-
s,fned. ~ ~.
SIessrs. LOvEIOY (Rep, Ill., andBARKsDALE
Mr. DAVIS moved suspension of the rules l.s
ar. HOLMAN Dem, Ind.) wished to offer cub
situte asserting that the right Of State to witharaw
from the Union is not recognized by the Consitutcas
ard THAT neither the President Congress lie invested
with authority to recognize say state IN sny oharc$
as State Of the Union; that the General Government
isnvested with power to collect revenue, and protest.
the public property wherever situated that the Con.
uittoe on judiciary inquire whether such laws ia
force as will enable the Government to maintain tho
nYorertv IN the several States and elsewhere, ard u
collect the revenue when attempt should be made "a
resist tie same and that the Committee inqe.se
Whether in their opinion the laws are insufficient Tor
the accomplishment of these purposes; no thas py
report what measures are necessary by the employ
meni 81 the Army and Navy as the exigeney OF the
ease may require. - 'ii -
Dir. HILL moved to lay the subject on the tabls.
Negatiyed-42 against 49, -.
Without coming 70 conclusion On the subject tho
House adjourned till Wednesday. aBDI3r "a o.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01

Special Dlspasch 70 The n. T. Irbune
READIsG, Pa, Monday Dec. 81, 1860.
salute of q guns fired here to-day in honor OF
the gallantry of Major Anderson in defending his
country e flag and property.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01

Special Ditpdcht 10 The y. I. Tribune
ALBANY, Tuesday, Jan. III a. m.
The contest for the Speakersbip in the Republican
caucus has been exceedingly spirited and lively. Early
in the day the Robinson stock high and his friends
were very confident. Later in the day there ap-
parently waverng in the Robinson column, and when
the caucus organized many of Mr. Robinsons friends
regarded Mr. Littleohns election as certain.
After the caucus adopted by the decisive vote OF %
20 the secret ballot instead Of ciro vOce vote the
success Of Mr.. Lhnejohn on the first ballot
oarded az almost certain. But to the surprise of every
body Mr. Robinson lead, receiving 40 votes 10 80 for
Mr.. Lulejoln, for Mr. Prendegast, and 3 for Mr..
Bingham.
On the second ballot Mr.. Robinson received 80, and
Ettleiobn 36-fourteen votes being scattered.
On the 9TH ballot Mr.. Littlejohn received 80 votes,
Robinson, 81; Bingham, G; Prendergast, .; Morgan,
Il blank, 3.
WbereupOD Mr.. Robinson, after thanking his friends
for their support, Withdrew in favor of Mr. Bingham,
who declined when Mr. Pierce renominated Mr.. Rob
inson and on the next the sixth ballot, NJ. Litejohn
was nominated receiving 16 votes 10 81 for Mr. Robin
son. 5 for Mr.. Bingham, and blank.
Mr. Pierce of Ulster offered resolution ndorsing the
course OF Gov. Morgan especially his vetoes Of the city
railroads, which, after being opposed by Mr. Benedict,
was adopted unanimously.
OF the Brooklyn delegation, Messrs. Andrus aud
Comstock voted for Mr. Robinson, and Messrs. Moore
and Fisher for Mr.. Lttlejobn. Mr. Littleohns final
success was accomplished by union of his friends
with those Of Mr.. Pendergart.
Hanson A. Risley of Chaiauqua was nominated for
Clerk ON the second ballot, receiving So votes to 2s
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01

To the Associated Press
WASHINGTON, Monday, Dec 81 1860.
The report which prevailed throughout the city this
afternoon that Lieut-Gen. Scott had been appointed
Secretary War; Gd INTERIM produced thrilling ef.
feet and occasioned much Indignation among the seces-
sonists who fully that Gen Scott is in favor
of extensive military preparations The truth ~ Post
master General Holt Is in temporary charge OF the De-
partment and tonight attending 10 the duties
there ia company with the Chief Clerk. Gen. Scott
has not been ether at the Department at the Pres
dents house to-day.
Both Thompson and Thomas were at the Cabinet
meeting to-day, although rumor had declared other
wise.
Many reports prevail with no truth for their founda-
ton, and which serve only to add TO the already
intense excitement.
Mr. Binghams bill further to provide for the collec-
ton of duty on imports introduced in the House TO-
ay and referred to the Committee Judiciary looks
10 the increase Of the Presidents power TO enforce the
revenue laws. 49,
No decisive action was taken to-day by the Cabinet
relative to the Charleston forts.
The Presidents Special Message viii probably be
transmitted to Congress Wednesday II is under
stood he will submit such facts as have come to ms
knowledge for such legislative action as may be con-
corning the secession movement.
Senator Hunter intends introducing a resolution,
having in view an adjustment Of the property and
other questions with any seeding State.
Mr. Prescott, the Secretary TO the South Carolina
Commissioners, will leave Washington tomorrow for
Charleston The Commissioners will remain TO await
executive and legislative action.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-01
AN UNFOUNDED RUMOR.

The fumor of the resignation of Secretarie
Thompson and Thomas is not true.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1861-05-24

can raise anything which will grow in the
northern States in the greatest abundance.
This is II great country for irrgating: not only
when applied to the SOIL but to pens very
many apply libations to their sure and GER
tain destruction. Matters and things on this
side of the frog pond seem to be assuming
rather quiet aspect at present, no secession,
no war Or rumors of war; but all is Union
and harmony, money is reasonably plenty,
and all branches of business seem to be in a
prosperous and flowing condition. | spent
the month of January in the Sacramento val
10y, the weather was warM aud fine; farm
crs, unlike those of your State, were busily
engaged seeding, aud in many instances
grain was up and growing nicely. came
back to the mountains about the 1st of Feb
ruary, when l found but about two feet of
snow, twas some four feet deep on the level
when left weather fine. and miners gcner-
ally at work, as belong to that fraternity,
pitched in, and have been doing SO ever
since.
Myself and another Barber are keeping
BARRIERS shop, in a most Barbcr-us manner our
residence consists like most miners, of sew
en- by nine cabin, which answers for kitchen,
parlor, dermatory &c. with no Intruder, save
one of the feline species, which acts ia the
capacity Of Il rat exterminator.
The Gospel is not very widely discmmina-
ted through the mountains. Have heard but
one sermon during the past year. Sunday
is Il day of business, and general recreation.
have seen men jump up from Il gambling ia
be on Sunday. where they had been engaged
at cards, and with the most sang .tro,d re-
mark: suppose it's about time for Sunday
School! march off and othciatc as Bible teach
er, no doubt thinking as they were home
ward bound, they had impaired some very
useful instruction to t cir fallen pupils.
From all accounts there " i'll most likely be
quite rush to the Washoc country in the
spring, not only from this State. but from
different portions of the United States. |!
there should be any Of your friends or neigh
bors seized with the fever, just recommend
some of MIR. Baadle's advice. which is. ITO give
up visiting all foreign Ports, and be content
ed with small income.
Respectfully Yours,
O. I. BARBER.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1861-05-24
PEACE PROCLA NATION!

The uncertainty of life; the frail tenure of
human existence; the evan escent nature of
all temporal things added to the iniamy, the
wickedness, the trechery of secession, and tho
fiery goadings of radicals, seem to have set I'd
limit to the period of mans existence, that
render it the imperative duty Of all to secure
to themselves and tn cir families some little
momento of their once having had an earthly
form and existence. To all such we extend
a cordial and earnest invitation to visit us i'm
mediately in the North wing (up stairs) in
Mitches stone block, where we shall be and
remain until further notice, and where for
all those DESTROYS of securing our services VIC
pledge ourselves to put up in manner not to-
be surpassed in the North Vest, for them andN
their friends correct, perfect and life-lkc
likeness, in all respects true tonaturc Admit
lance free.
MITCHELL & NICHOLS,
4mbrOtype Artists