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The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
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THE RIVER PATH.
BY JOHN G.. WHITTIER.

From the N. Y. Independent
No bird song foated down the hill,
The tangled bank below was still ;
No rustic from the birchen stem,
No ripple from the waters hem.
The dusk of twilight round us grew,
We felt the falling of the dew
For, from us, ere the day was done,
The wooded hills shut out the sun.
But on the rivers farther side
We saw the hill-tops glorifed,
A tender glow, exceeding fair,
dream of day without its glare.
With us the damp, the chill, the gloom;
With them the sunsets rosy bloom
While dark, though willowy vistas seen,
The river rolled in shade between.
From out the darkness where we trod,
We gazed upon those hills of God.
Whose light seemed not of moon or sun,
We spake not, but our thought was one.
We paused, as if from that bright shore
Beckoned our dear ones gone before
And stilled our beating hearts to hear
The voices lost to mortal ear
Sudden our pathway turned from night
The hills swung open to the light
Through their green gates the sunshin,
showed,
A long, slant splendor downward flowed.
Down glade and glen and bank it rolled
1t bridged the shaded streets with gold
And, borne on piers of mist, allied
The shadowy with the sunlit side
" So" prayed we, -" when our feet draw zeal
The river, dark with mortal fear,
And the night cometh chill with dew,
o Father. let Thy light break through
So let the hills of doubt divide,
So bridge with faith the sunless tide
So let the eyes that fail on earth
On Thy eternal hills look fort; ;
And in Thy beckoning angels know
The dear ones whom we loved below"
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
MISS MARY'S BLUE HAT.

My friend Kelley was walking down
Main street, Milwaukee, last autumn, in
a deep study upon some obtruse subject,
his vision horizontal and vacant, his step
rapid and careful, when, just as he lifted
one foot to place it on the curbstone, a
big but cowardly yellow dog came
sweeping along, followed by black ami
NAL of the same species. The specimen,
oblivious of all things but the object in
pursuit, as every dog should be on such
an occasion, and possibly somewhat un-
der the control of his own momentum,
struck kelley's perpendicular leg while
walking and knocked it out from under
him. My friend went down instanter.
His glossy beaver bounced upon the
pavement and continued on its Journey,
while his shawl stuck fast againsta shop
mans window like paper pellet on
wall. Kelley gathered himself together,
picked himself up and looked after the
dog who had done the mischief, expect
ing to find him hove to" in canine
display at the incident he had caused
but TO his utter astonishment, the animal
seemed as regardless of his equilibrium
as OF any other trivial matter, and WAS
making after the aforesaid dog at as great
a speed as though he had not tipped
over the best fellow in Wisconsin.
While my friend was down, clear,
musical, girlish laugh rang out upon the
open air. 1t was evidently spontaneous,
so charmingly musical, was so suddenly
checked, and had withal SO good cause,
that Kelley could hardly be angry or
Disconnected
When the gentleman had recovered
from his surprise at the heedlessness OF
the quadruped, he bethought himself OF
the music. There were half dozen in
view, but by a trigonometrical calcula-
ton, he reached the conclusion that the
laugh must have come from either a
dainty little blue hat, with delicate straw
colored trimmings, or a decided sober,
ancient brown one-the two being in con
junction. Of course he fastened upon
the blue hat for he never since the
flood heard grave. questionable bon
net give out such gushing music as
that.
Kelley was not city gentleman-not
he. He was squire in a rural town-a
leader of town affairs. A man Of rank
to whom the village politicians looked
for the shrewdest counsels on whom
abused people called for advice and re-
dress ; in whose hands friendless widows
put the management of their scanty es-
tates, sure that all would be done for
ther} and their little ones that tact, fdel- :
ity and warm heart could accom-.
plish.
The blue hat was a city hat and the
hair II covered, together with the hazel
eyes that sparkled in front of it were of
city growth. But the sober brown bon
net was rural aunt. of good dimen.
slons. both in person and in heart.
Before the catastrophy which brought
out the laughter, the aunt was listening
very attentively TO the little lady's very
eager request that she should try and
procure her school near her country
home after the accident, the brown bon
net gave a very appropriate and impres.
sive lecture on the impropriety of laugh
ing " when the street was full of folks"
Why, who could help it, auntie
Did you ever see ANYTHING SO funny :?
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
Fortress Monroe, Va.

Fortress Monroe is point of some in
terest now, as being almost the only one
not in the hands of the rebels. If Vir-
ginia secedes she will demand the sur
render of this work, and will probably
threaten to take it, but l should like to
see them try. 1t is very large. The
walls are more than mile in circuit.
very thick and high, surrounded by a
moat which is from sixty to one hundred
feet wide, with eight feet of water, draw
bridge and outer batteries. 1t mounts
some 800 heavy guns, has mortars for
throwing shells, furnaces for heating,
balls &c. Nothing could approach with
in three miles except under the fire OF all
these batteries. This is a magnificent
place. The walls enclose some seventy
five acres. In the centre is the parade
ground, and all around are the quarters
for the troops. Live oak and other trees
make it very pleasant here in summer.
Outside the moat is fine walk, with a
view of the sea- Cor. National InteN-
gencer.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

A CoURr INCIDENT. The amusing in
cident here related actually occurred in
one of our Northern Court rooms less
than n century ago
Enter Juror, (who has detained court
at least an hour.
Judge, (much irrtated) "Mr Clerk,
enter fine Of twenty five dollars against
Mr.. Smith"
did understand your Honor TO fine
me twenty five dollars -
=" Yes Sir"
Smith draws his pencil and addresses
the following note 10 his Honor
DEAR JUpGE That little difference,
upon winding up our last game OF draw,
amounted TO just fifty Pay the Clerk
that twenty five, and hand the balance
to the Sheriff. Yours truly,
SMITH"
Sheriff hands the note TO the Judge,
who inspects il for moment The ju-
dicial irown gives place to a most beney-
olent and satisfied smile, rs his Honor
stammered
All yes certainly Yes = paiia
crease Certainly VALID EXCUSE =
certainly The Clerk will remit Mr..
Smiths fine"
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

The new patent law is working very
satisfactorily. The change comes quite
opportunely, as only 81 3 is now requir-
ed to be paid on presenting an applica-
ton. The abolition of the excessive
fees heretofore required of foreigners
will do much to stimulate them to intro
duce many valuable inventions into this
country. and enable them TO protect
themselves against unscrupulous pirates
who lay violent hands upon everything
within their reach
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
Discovery of n New Substance in the At.
mosphere.

A writer in the National hatelligencer
states that the theory of Mr. Clemson,
head of the Agricultural Department of
the Patent Office, of living organism in
the atmosphere, which he made public
in 1856, has been adopted by French
chemist named Barrall, and announced
to the French Academy. Mr.. Clemson 5
theory is that the air. like water, teens
with minute living organisms 4; that there
is phosphoric acid in the air. derived
from the successive generations after gem
erations of myriads of these organisms
produced, living and dying in the at
mosphere that such organisms exist and
are at work, asslmilating from one to the
other, preparing food for more perfect or
ganisms, from the microscopic point OF
life up to the most perfect animal exist
ences 1t is expected that this discovery
will explain why the earth is increased
in fertility by being broken up and ex-
posed to the air. 1t connects meteorology
with agriculture, and will, when fully de
veloped, open new page to the learned
of the relation of the spots on the sun,
the degree of fertility of the earth, and
electrical changes of the atmosphere and
magnetical condition of the earth.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
w. @. DOMAIN.

4 TTORNEY 4 COUNSELOR AT LAW,
"a Land and General Agent and Notary
Public, Treasurer a Recorders Office, Indcpen-
dence, Iowa.
Is prepared TO attend with promptness to all
business pertaining TO his Profession. Especial
attention given to Collecting, Conveyancing,
Paying taxes, Examining titles, DC. je6-' 81
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
The Mysterious Pantaloons.

The Fort Wayne lind Times says :
+" A few days ago, gentleman of this
city, whose business makes il necessary
for him to be absent from home a great
portion of the time, Unexpectedly re-
turned one night, when his wife inform
ed him that there was no light in the
room, and requested him 10 retire TO bed,
which he did. After ne had turned in,
he began to feel unwell, and as he had
felt SO for several days, thought il pru
dent to apply remedy Immediately, and
accordingly arose. dressed himself and
proceeded to the drug store. Having
purchased the proper medicine, he put
his hand in his pocket for his pocket
book and was surprised TO come in con
tact with what he supposed was change.
but on bringing it. TO the light, he found
q handful OF gold he felt in the other
pocket with the same result. He then
for the first time examined his outside
apparel, and was still more surprised that
his pantaloons presented quite differ
ent appearance from those worn during
the day. On counting the gold, he found
$500 in his possession When he again
reached home everything was quiet, and
the pants he had taken off few mo
ments before We're gone.
Query. Will the rightful owner even
demand the mysterious pantaloons' and
contents.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

\ pious old deacon who used TO IN
splre US with SO much awe By the sancti-
~ of his manner that We dared not say
that our soul Was our own while in
church. Deacon +. came 10 California
and was tempted after sinful gains 4
friend and member of the same church
found him one night "bucking at
monte" With holy horror. he nudsed
the absorbed player into knowledge OF
his presence. - Deacon do lind you
gambling ,"
With ready wit TO relieve him from
his embarrassment he chuckled, (" No
no, friend s., not gambling You
ee, his IS a corrupt inaiiation, and In
4 oing my best 10 break up ''
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
VIM. q. JOHNSON,
II A / l. O r,

4 NY GENTLEMAN WISHING A COOP
~ fitting and well-made Garment, should
go TO Johnsons,
Oeer Ce6aH 4 Closes Grocery Store,
Opposite the Montour House, Main street, In
dependence. Iowa.
Particular attention paid to Cutting Garments
JuRc l3, 1860. (6m
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
C.. e. LATHROP,

4 TTORNEY AT LAW INSURANCE
"A Agent, Independence. Iowa. Will prac-
tice in the several Courts Of this Judicial Dis
trict, aud attend to any business entrusted to
his care with promptness and despatch.
Insurance Policies in the Phoenix Company
Of Hartford, ct, issued ON reasonable terms,
and without delay.
Feb. II 1859 fo-ig
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

GOVERNMENT DEBrs.-We find by the
latest arrivals that the Indebtedness of
the several European Governments is as
follows Great Britain ,90O.OOO,O0o
France, 81, 100000, 600 Russia, Sl,-
100000. 600; Austria, 81, $4,000, 600
Spain, S135,00o,O0O Holland, $780,
100000; Prussia. 100000, 900: Sar-
dinia, Sl75,ooo,oo0; Belgium, S125,-
Denmark, Sll5,O0O,000 all others,
$500, ,000,O total, $40, $4,000, 900.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

A GREAT VESSEL OF OLDEN TINE
Ptolemy Philopater, who lived some goo
years before Christ, had ship with forty
banks OF rowers, being 500 feet in length
100 feet longer than the Persia, and
120 feet shorter than the Great Eastern
-76 feet from one side TO the other
hight to gunwales was 50 feet and from
the highest part of the stern to the wat
er line, was one hundred feet. 1t had
four rudders. each 90 feet long. When
it put TO sea it held 5000 rowers, and
400 supernumeraries, and on the deck
were 5000 mariners.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

Everybody reoollects the diamond
wedding Of the rich old Cuban and the
young New York belle. \ recent letter
from Cuba says: at may interest my
fair readers TO remember that Havana is
the home OF Signor Ovedia. the hero of
the diamond wedding. Here he is known
as a mulatto. at least half black, and he
is said TO be Blue Beard for brutality.
He is rich but rs he and his bride are
excluded from all good society. his wealth
can hardly compensate his lady for the
Sights and seclusion TO which her life is
henceiorth destined. A sad and dearly
bought conclusion of so brilliant bri-
dal"
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

The new postal laws passed by Con
gress. provide that seeds aud cuttings of
plants may be sent by mail at the rate Of
one cent per ounce. Over 800 miles
two cents per ounce, Each package
must not exceed eight ounces in weight.
Postage TO be prepaid. Cards, prints,
engravings, books and paper may also be
mailed At the above rates, packages not
TO exceed four pounds. Trees with roots
attached, and saw logs not allowed
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
J. wooDw ARD.
W. S. MAEsHALf
WOODWARD & MARSHALL

TTORNEfS AND COUNSELORS AT
IA Law, General Land Agents and Notar.
les Public. Independence. Buchanan County.
iowa. Will practice in the different Courts of
ih is State. Also attend prom pity to securing
81 aims, making Collections, Paying Taxes,
tonyeyaneing, &c.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

her talisman and her guide. Mother
who weepest for thy little one, so early
lost mourner art thou ? that star is the
now angel child ! Dry thy tears and
ever rejoice that thou hast treasure in
heaven
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
" Never in nv life."

Can little girl like me"-looking
earnestly in his face" can little girl
like me, devoted, loving you almost to
reverence, make you happy always"
No one in all the world, but YOU"
The little maiden stepped close to his
side and hid herself under his arm.
The jaunty blue hat is in a closet in
my friends new house, in a glass case,
on the top shelf.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

The Iowa Hospital for the insane now
contains fifty patients, as we learn from
the Mt. Pleasant Journal and application
has been made for forty more, who will
soon be accommodated. From present
appearances, at least half Of the building
will be occupied before the end of the
wear
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

POPULATION OF THE Seeding STATES.
1t is reported that, according to the
new census, the population OF the six
States that have passed ordinances of Sc
cession is as follows Total free popu-
Iation, 2,287,647. Total slave popula-
tlon, 2,265, 721. Grand total 4, 543 1868.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

Papa" said little boy TO his parent
one day, care not sailors very small
men ?"
No my dear" answered the father !;
pray, what leads you to suppose that
they are so very small 30
Because" replied the young idea.
smartly, | read the other day of sail
or going to sleep in his watch"
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
DIR. H. H. HUNT,

nFFERS HIS PROFESSIONAL SERy-
~ ices to the citizens of Independence and
surrounding country. Office on Main Street,
In Union Block, with W G. Morris, where
or at his Residence, on Court Street, opposite
q. +. Leavitt's-he will answer calls at all
hours of the day or night. [aplf59-ly
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

AT the recent election in Tennessee,
the secessionists polled but four votes in
all the Hermitage district. Verify the
spirit of Old Hickory fingers about that
spot.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
n. LEWIS


A TTORNEYS AND COUNSELoRS AT
n Law and Notaries Public will practice
in the several Courts of this State, will give
strict attention to securing claims. making and
forwarding collections, paying taxes, examin-
ing titles. and all other business entrusted to
them professionally f3-2ltil
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

1t is discovered that if dogs have plen-
ty of water they won't 60 mad. A friend
of dogs suggests that hole be cut IN
the ice, the dog inserted and the hole
closed
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
M. d. wELBoURN,
TAILOR.

NNOULD INFORM THE CITIZENS OF
w Buchanan county that he has again
commenced business, and may be found one
door East of the Presbyterian Church, Inde-
Pendonce, Everything in his line done oheaply
and promptly
February 8, 1860
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

We should think that Ex- Secretaries
Floyd and Thompson would make ad-
mirable piano players.-LouisviHe Jour
nal.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

Soap grease is rising. The Rev. Hen
ry Clay Deans name Is assuming con-
siderable importance as the next Demo-
cratic candidate for Governor.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

Potatoes are arriving at Philadelphia
from the West in large quantities, and
selling at 65 to 80 cents per bushel.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

A sermon in four words on the vanity
of earthly possessions Shroaras hare
no pockets"
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
FINSEGAS.
. $. ALLEN
FINNEGAN & ALLEN.

4 TTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT
~ LAW, Independence, Buchanan Coun.
ty, Iowa.
Will give strict attention to all business en-.
ed to their care. Office in the BOOK STORE
near the bridge.
Any and all business pertaining in any way
TO Lands or a land business, promptly attend.
ed TO. [sep25y
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
j. NJ. IIORD,

4 TTORNEY5 4 COUNSELORS, Inde
"a pendence, Buchanan County, Iowa
Office N. Il. of Montour House. up stairs, 3
doors East of Lee, Leavitt d Moore's Law
Office Oct Cd, 1860
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
JED LAKE.

4 TTORNEY Il COUNSELOR AT LAW.
"A Land and General Agent, independence.
Iowa. Will give prompt attention to all pro.
fessional busine entrusted to his care. Money
loaned and investments made on reasonable
terms. Office on Main street over VIM. G. Nor
ris's Jewelry Store.
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
BUSINESS CARDS.
w. CHANDLER.

w. CHANDLER,
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. OFFICE
e over Keller & Burpee's Furniture Ware
Rooms, Independence, Iowa.
Feb &c, 1861
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23

MRS. IL. NJ. DURHAM,
"OULD ANNOUNCE TO THE LADIES
w of Independence and vicinity, that she
has permanently located her Millinery Rooms
In the Second Story of S. s. Aliens New Block,
Who're she will at all times keep the
THE LATEST STYLES OF GOODS
And perform all kinds of work pertaining to
the business.
Independence, May 80, 1860
The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1861-04-23
THE G. UARDIAN
PUBLISHED EVERY TUESDAY
BY RICH & ORDAN.
Office in I'd Story Of Wcoxs Brick Block Main Street.
Terms: 81, so per Annum, in Advance.

Terms: 81, so per Annum, in Advance.
RATES OF ADVERTISING
One Square, insertion, -.S 100
Each subsequent insertion, . so
One square, three months, . 400
six months, 800
one year, 1000
One column, one year, .---......- 5000
Half column, one year, .. $500
Quarter column, one year, .--..-....- 1900
business cards, lines, one year, .-.. 100
Marriage notices.. ---.....-.---... 100
~ lines make square.
White Cloud Kansas chief. [volume] (White Cloud, Kan.) 1857-1872, 1861-10-03

6AxorHra Hup.Cp.-Just about once Q
week. the people Of Leavsnwotb. Afchi-
SON and Elwood arc thrown into terrible
commotion-ths ssesssionists are upon
them, and they will be attacked before
another day. Rnsnes srs ssot oil over
tho country. urging the people to hasten
in to their defence; and the people. drop
ping everything. seiss thsir guns and
hurry oa-to End L I'll false alarm. and
Themselves dawn Of on . wild-goose
chase. The affair at Lexington started
the panic afresh, and the people ere COM
msnded to leave their homes once more
for nothing. The people Of this County
were ordered to rendezvous At Elwood.
Not obeying withslacrity at the first call.
orders. commands, and messengers were
despatched. Friday. Saturday. Sunday.
and Monday. calling upon all able-bodied
men to turn out. or be subject to heavy
fine. To escape . 6ne which they would
not be able TO pay. many set out on what
they knew to be useless expedition
trudging through the rain. mud. and cold,
camping out during the most disageeable
weather We have had since last Winter,
and wallowing about Elwood for week.
White Cloud Kansas chief. [volume] (White Cloud, Kan.) 1857-1872, 1861-10-03

TSnLL ARouSD.-For few days past,
. large party Of Jsyhswkers have been
encsmped about our town. During thei,
stay, they have conducted themselves we'll
They are . hardy looking set: and, a.
Government is earnestly calling for ight.
ing men. We cannot help thinking how
much better it would be for them, if they
want to 6ght. to enter the service of their
country in . legitimate way. By their
present plan Of operations. they may be
acquiring personal gain. and damaging
individual traitors; but they are doing the
country no service Whatever, nor earning
for themselves 9 name which win be OF
any advantage to them any longer than
the duration Of the present war. While
they do good in many instances, they also
provoke retaliation: and our people viii
have to suffer or fight for it, when, BY the
vioissitudss Of war. the secsssionists again
get the upper hand for . brief period.
White Cloud Kansas chief. [volume] (White Cloud, Kan.) 1857-1872, 1861-10-03

UNION MEN WITH A "BUT." There is
one infallible sign by which to determine
when man is bogus. When, in answer
to your question, he says: "Oh, I am
for the Union. but"- you need not
listen to hear the balance-you may set
him down as an ingrained traitor of the
meanest stripe. That "but' simply
means. he would like for Union men to
believe he is with them, 6ut, his sympa.
thies are all with treason, to which he
will lose no opportunity to lend a help
ing hand. The Union question is one
upon which q man must go the "whole
hog or none; :" and when he begins to
qualify his sentiments with excuses and
"buts." be won't do to "bet on" There
is no "but" in the Union Catechism.
The word itself is Distinctive Conjunc-
tion-and distinctive means opposition,
disunion. "But" is the sign
of traitor. Genuine Union men have
no "buts."