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The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18

By FAR Too PoLITE.-It is related in the
St. James (Ala.) Messenger, that, on last
Sunday week, while the st. James Rifle
men were manoeuvering in Mr.. Forstalps
prairie, the house of one of them, Mr.. Ben
jamin Weber, was discovered on fire by a
negro belonging to the former. He ran inn
mediately to the place where the rihemen
were; but when he was on the spot, seeing
the captain in the act of giving instructions
to his men, did not interrupt the officer
The house was burning in the mean while
and would have been entirely destroyed if
Mr.. Forstall had not luckily noticed the
presence of the slave. "Now what is the
matter?" said he. 1.-THE house of Mr.. Web
er is on fire. " Why did you not speak
sooner, you big fool! Oh, could not
take the liberty so long as the captain was
talking
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18
rsa- Little Sidney went to live with his

nsl. Little Sidney went to live with his
grandparents. One day, while with anoth-
er playmate they managed to break about
fifty panes Of glass from some windows
Sidnoy's uncle coming up, asked him what
that operation was for. ooh, just to hear
the glass chink,' says Sid After using
him rather roughly, his uncle sent him
home, saying, If your grandma don't
whip you, / will" Forthwith the young
ster proceeded to the house and "toOk his
dose" Shortly after, he spied his uncle
riding by in a carriage and running to the
door, he screamed, at the top of his voice,
Uncle may l ride? I've been lickedp
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18
WHEELER 81 WILSON,

HHI3B OFFER TO THE RUREf(
" Wheeler d Wilson's Improved Sewing Ma
chine at reduced prices, with increased confidence
in its merits as the best and most reliable family
sewing machine now in use. 1t equally yell
on the thiCkest or thinest fabrics; makes the lock
stitch impossible to unravel, with the essential
advantage of being alike both sides, forming no
ridge OF chain the under side is simple IN con
structiOn, speedy in movement, and more
durable than any other machine We give iail IN
structions to enable the purchaser 70 sew ordinary
tuck, all on the same machine and warranted i0f
three years
We also keep on constantly hand athll assoftm ent
of Singers machines
Circulars containing testimonials of the sb.v
machines from persons of the highest standing
East and West, giving prices, &c, will be furnished
gratis on application in person or by letter.
feb9Iv +. M. SELLMAN.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18

Bsy@A subcommittee of q school board,
not thousand miles from this town, were
examining a class in primary school. One
of the committee undertook to sharpen their
wits by propOunding the following ques-
ton
off had a mince pie, and should give
two-twelfths to Henry, and two-twelfths to
john and keep half the pie myself, what
would there be Left"
There was profound study among the
scholars, but finally one lad held up his
hand as a signal that he was ready TO give
an answer
"Well, sir, what would be left? Speak
loud"
THE plate =
The committee turned red, while the 9TH
er members roared aloud. That boy was
excused frem answering any more ques-
tions.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18
CoUNcIL CHAMBER,

March 8, 1861.
The following Ordinance was submitted and read,
and its further consideration postponed until the
next meeting of the Council;
An Ordinance to protect The Streets and alleys Of the
City Of ECdssUiHe:
SIC. /. Be it ordained by the Common Council
of the City of Evansville, that from and after the
first day of August, A d. 1861 DO two wheeled We
hice of any description. with teiocs ana tire less
than four inches in breadth, shall be permitted to
be drawn or pass the bOuldered, paved or ma
cadamized streets or alleys of this city, with u
greater burden tnan ten hundred pounds weight !;
AMI that no four wheeled vehicle of any descrIp-
ton, it'll felloes and tire less than four inches in
breadth, shall be permitted to be drawn or pass
over any of said streets or alleys with greater
burden than twenty-five hundred pounds weight !;
ana wagon, dray. or carriage of any kind OF de-
sci 5tion shall be permitted to be drawn or pass
over any of said streets alleys with greater
burden than six tons, unless the article 10 be
drawn is of such nature that it cannot be sepa-
rated and in such case, in instance shall 1t be-
drawn any Of said streets or alleys, in
any carriage vehicle of any kind unless the fell
loes end tire thereof be at least six inches in
breadth provided, that the restrictions contained
in this section shall be applicable only to such
carriages and other yehicls as are usually kept ami
employed within the city, or within two miles
thereof, and shall not extend to wagons, CARTS or
vehicles of any kind kept attached to any farm,
plantation OF estate situate outside of the limits Of
the city, and not employed within the city, but oc-
casioDalIy passing over the streets thereof.
SEC 2. That it shall be unlawful for any person
persons to drag, or cause or permit to be drag
ged by chain or other fastening, over or upon
whatever, allow any part of the load or burden
of any vehicle to rub upon touch the said streets
or alleys.
SEC. 3. That any person violating any of tire
provisions of this Ordinance shall forfeit and pay
a sum not exceeding fifty dollars. marll
nOLLECTOR'S SALE on RK.GL
u estate for the payment of the costs and eX-
peDses of Sidewalk improvements Notice is
hereby given that by virtue of precept issued
by thu Mayor of the City of Evansville, and
to me directed, will sell at public auction, at the
door Of the Court House in said City, Tuesday
the goth day of March, 1861, at O'Clock P. NJ,
the following lots parcels of real estate, 50
much thereof as may lie necessary TO pay the
amount charged and assessed against said lots
pectively, for the costs and expenses of making
Sidewalk and CURLING improvements fer said lots,
together with the costs of sale:
John Mills, lot block 81, Eastern Enlarge
ment .......--........ .S TO
W. J. p. Mills, lot block 81, Eastern En-
. 90
Samuel Beel, - of W u of lot 3, Lower
Enlargement ....... 10 30
William +. Smith, lot block 81, Eastern
Enlargement........-.....-. ................- 81
CHRIS. HEDDERICH,
mar9-till maT26 City Collector
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18


Evansville. Ind, March 4th, 1861 !
The Common Council of the City of Evansville
have appointed Dr. C. c. Tyrrell, First street, be-
tween Locust and Walnut, and Dr. Oskar Kress,
Second street, between Vine and Division, City
Ply sicians and have authorized and required them
to visit all the families of the City and suburbs,
for the purpose of yaccinating all children who
have not yet been vaccinated. In cases where the
parents are unable to pay the fee, the service will
be performed at the expense of the City, and per-
sons who find it convenient can bring their children
to either of the above named physicians
MARI W. BAKER.
ATORFo OR a TEO "" ~ TECE.-
u Order for Brick Side Walk. March 2, 1861
Aud now it is hereby ordered and directed by the
Common Council of the city of Evansville, that the
owners all lots parts of lots fronting ad-
joining the south side of Third street. between
Division aud Elm streets, in said city, cause the
sidewalks thereon to be brought to the proper
grade, AMI that they cause a sidewalk of class
number l to be laid down thereon within thirty
days from the publication of this order.
2. BURKE, Clerk.
CITY Clerks Office March g. 1861
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18

gNvHOsRs CHOsGR E'KCnERD PER
~ psrs that all the folks like well can ouly
be had at COOK & IA EGLEY'S
SS,HA TES.s.S.LD STR4EsS.-IOO E'.sFR
~ assorted from DC TO 81 90.
nov2S ) SYRAUB 4 SON.
HCsORoH.-25U SeUSH. sg-sE COM ~
y store and for sale by
oet25 w. NJ. ALTMAN & co
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18
WIT AND SENTIMENT.

Horace and Thurlow, hunters twain
Shrewd lads as ever frightened rein,
Have had wildwood race;
But, though each worthy claims the goal,
Not either one can telI-Chow drOll "
10 which belongs the--CLdsei
". y. Sunday Times.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18
CITY ADVERTISEMENTS
CITY Election.

Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters OF
the city of Evansville, that the annual City cleo
ton, for the purpose of electing one Councilman
from each Ward of said City, one Clerk, one Col
lector, one Treasurer, one Marshal, one Assessor,
and two assistant Assessors and one Surveyor, and
one School Trustee, and one Street Commissioner
the city for holding city elections on the first Mon
day, being the first day of April, 1861.
By Order of the Common Council.
marie p. BURKE, City Clerk.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18
Ns2O,OOO W.q.NsTFD.
RlF@s, y yrs, Sc.

a. ~VgOOO - sAsN III O~
~ We want the above amount Of ILLINOIS,
WISCONSIN, IOWA, TENNESSEE, MISSOURI,
NORTH and SOUTH CAROLINA, or any Other
Southern money at par for dry goods, OF on ae-
count, and win sell tn goods suited according -
the times, very cheap our stock is very eomplete-
Come along with your money 20 NO. ~ MAN
street. The Union forever-if not In state, We
- ''''''''' soHAPKER & BUssING,
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MISCELLANEOUS.

EyOR RE .H"T.-.a DWpELLIJN's@
II House containing six rooms, with large yard,
good els tern, etc. Apply to
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18
G. U.N-DBsEs >.

& U.N.RBBFRS.
ES Almonds, Brazil Nuts, Fiberts, Pe,ans, Eng
lish Walnuts, Figs Raisins, Currants, Rock Candy
oysters, Sardines, Alum, Epson Salts, Roll Brim-
stone, sulphur, Copperas, Nader, Extract Of Log
wood, Indigo, Cream Tartar Soda, Bed Cords-all
kinds, Backing, Batting, Cloves Nutmegs, Cigars
of an kinds, Tobacco of all kinds, Ginger
aud ground, Spanish Moss, Glass Jars, Lanterns
and Flasks, Mustard, Matches, Pepper Sauce,
Pickles stone Pipes, Powder Safety Fuse, Soaps ol
all kinds, Starch, Vinegar, Teas, Camphor Letter,
Cap, Note, and Fancy Paper, Wrapping Paper, En-
velOpes, Salt Petre, Gum Drops, Juju Paste,
Wooden Bowls Cinnamon, Dried Beef, British Lus-
ire Bonnet Boards Java Coffee, INK, Nails, Glass,
Sash, Oil, Spirits Turpentne, Pepper, Allspice, Sal
Soda, Pain Killer, Licqunrice, &c, &c.
A supply of the above kept constantly on hand,
and for sale Low, by 5. E. GILBERT CO,
ian1I No. Sycamore street.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1861-03-18

DIR. HAAS, having leased she rooIrs formerIyoc-
cupied by DIR. Biyct2. IL Dr. PVsTs building, oppo-
site the Post Qaas7 frT ssrfa5 az years. would re-
spectfully solicit thf al Evansville and the
surrounding town. z ESsT7trys to visit his
and see the specimens on exhibition, whether they
need the services of a Dentist not.
Since the issuing of his last circular and adver-
tisement, over year since, several improvements
and now inventions have been made, Of which he
has availed himself, and allows nothing that will
subserve the interests Of his patients, to pass
secured. His facilities better and establish
ment larger, without doubt, thar any other in our
State, and equal toany in Eastern cities All those
who need Dental operations performed, and are
pleased with his work, shall be attended to with
great pleasure.
The following are the styles of work nanufactur-
ed by him;-Contnuous Gum; Block or Carved
Work; yuicanite Base; Coralite; Amber; Cheoplas-
tic: Gold and Silver work.
Nothing excel the beauty and cleanliness of
the continuous gum work. 1t is without a seam
crevIce Cheeks that are sunken can beTestored
TO nearly their original contour by this STYLE of
work, and also by the of the Vulcauite Coral
ito, aud Amber Base The latter styles, for light
ness and adaptation to difficult mouths excel any
GELS anything we have ever seen.
He has several anasthetics for alternating pain
when extracting teeth. They are perfectly harm
He does not advertise anything he cannot do,
nor exhibit anything not made by himself:
Parents shO1ld consult the health and beauty ii
their children by having the Dentist direct their
second denttion, thereby producing symmetry and
health to those invaluable organs.
ITregularity Of children7d teeth corrected sue
cessfully.
Those having decayed teeth, should either have
them extracted or nled at once tbe latter II pos
sible) The health of the parties and the remain
ing teeth demand this.
HE- ( take pleasure in introducing DR.. Haas,
nv successor to the old rooms in BTays building,
hoping he will find them both pleasant and profit.
abe From my intercourse with the Doctor,
am pleased TO find him Of the progressing
taste and high professional ability and
standing With this view, can, with safety, recon-
mend him to the community as skliltn and com
petent dentist. (may2s) }. AlVETT.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-07-11
PLYMOUTH.

The 4th was celebrated here by ringing of bells and firing cannon, at midnight and at day light, and variety of times during the day. Be- sides this, the Plymouth Fusileers to the number of about 40 mounted men paraded in the fore noon, outdoing the French, Dutch and Indians in fantastics, altogether very fine and entertain ing parade and exhibition, preceded by fine and inspiring martial music.
 Following this, there were two "pic-nics," at one of which, speeches were to have been made, and at the other, the young and gay were to do their best ill adorning 8 table in grove with bounties, and bouquets of flowers, and them selves with charms and smiles.
 The first came off according to programme, except the speeches which were listened for very attentively; and the last one wns carried out to the letter, and pleasant time was had. On the whole, a pleasant and PROFITABLE day was pass ed, especially with the landlord, who sold large quantities of lemonade to keep up patriotism here, &c.
 People here like the Government and the Un- ion so well, that they hope for their continuance another year at least, and tley have faith to be. lieve that they will continue centuries yet, By tho way. 4. Linccln's Message is considered here to i,e charhlrg state paper.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-07-11
NEW PRESTON.

Capt. Baldwin of the Home Guard called out his Company for drill and exhibition on the 4th. By the way, fine Company it is, and we'll be- haved. The ladies of the place, always ready for every good work, prepared cold collation. of ham, chickens, roast beef, smoked beef, chicken pie, buildings, pies, cake, &c.,, &c., which was taken in a grove near by, in soldier style. After which, addresses were made by the Rev. Mr. Strong and Lobdell, and by Noble Boes, Dea. Samuel J. Averill and others, and singing of pa triotic pieces by the New Preston Choir. The gathering was large. and everything went off sat and pleasantly, and all were highly gratiied.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-07-11

A FLAG OF TRecE from the rebels, borne by Col. Thomas Taylor, was brought into Col. Iy- lers camp, on the Virginia side. Monday after noon. Col Taylor was immediately escorted to the headquarters of Gen. Mcdowell, when it was asccrtaincd that he was the bearer of dis patches for President Lincoln. On receipt of the dispatches the President summoned his Cab inet at once, and consultations were held during the evening with Gen Scott The meaning of all this it is of colsse impossible to explain and it is unsafe to hazard even an opinion.
 GEx. PArrEEsOS's entire command was en. camped on the 9th in and around Martinsburgh, and he was beiug rapidly reinforced preparatory to an attack upon the position occupied by the rebels under Gen. Johnson, at Bunker Hill where they had concluded to wait for Gen. Pat terson and give him battle. The rebel force had been augmented to l60O0, by the arrival oi 1000 from Manassas. The battle, when it takes place, will probably be one in which artillery will play a prominent part. Doubleday's Bat tery and the Rhode Island Battery are both with Gen. Patterson.
 ANOTHER sKIRMrsa has occurred in Western Virginia, the results of which are represented to be quite important Gov. Wise with body guard of fifty men under Capt. Patton was fired upon by company of native Union men near Sissionville. and forty of the guard are re. ported to have been killed, and Wise and Pat ton mortally wounded. There appears to no doubt that such skirmish occurred but the re port relative to Goy. Wise needs confirmation In fact it is probably too good to be true. There seems to be little doubt that battle of importance will soon take place between Gen. McClellan's forces and the rebels at Laurel Hill, commanded by Garnett.
 l THE FOLLOWING is a correct account of the skir mish at Newports News: Capt. Hammell with eighty men of Hawkins Zouaves went on a reconnolsance, Friday morning, and eucoun tered considerable force of Confederate infantry and cavalry. Shots were at once exchanged and three of the rebsls-two officers and one private-are said to have been killed, and sever wounded. Capt Hammell was unable to with stand the large force. and withdrew to the camp without loss.
 VAILANDIoHAM, tie recreant Ohio Congress man, visited the Ohio regiments across the Poto- mac Sunday and was received with such decided marks of disfavor that he was forced to leave for fear of violence. He was hung in effgy, and on taking his depastue was pelted with onions and other missiles,
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-07-11
gittgftIs Gnquitet, THURSDAY, JULY 1T. 1861.
The Message.


 We devote large portion of this weeks ES- cuIRER to publishing the Presidents Message. The importance of the document, and the anxi- ety of many of our readers to read it, affords ample apology for the space it oeeuples. The aessaee-is is clear, distinct and anambiguous.
 While we do not consider it an extraordinary state paper, as such, yet it is written in plain, .;mple style, and is frank, decided and conclu- .iye. It is emphatieally Message for the peo- ,le. Every body will read it and understand it. t says just what the President means, and shows n every paragraph of it, that he means what he says. It gives plain statement of facts from the fall of Sumter; it ably discusses and demol- shes the miserable heresy of the fright of se- eession;" ;" it makes pungent appeals to the pa sriotism of us all and t recommends the most vigorous policy fer carrying on and accomplish ing the object for which our brethren are in the field.
 Ailxill read it and thank God that we have so able. upright and honest President as is ABRA- HAM LINCOLN.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-07-11
HARWINToN.

The 4th was celebrated in Harwinton by ring ing of bells, firing of powder, pic nic under the long line of maple trees east of the Church, the reading of the Declaration by Sheldon Os- born, Esq. and speeches by Wm. K. Peck, Jr., Esq. of Norfolk and Rev. Mir. Jones. After these addresses followed 9 flag raising-the handsome ensign having been presented by 8 half dozen of the fair damsels of Harwinton.
 More speeches, toasts, local and national, pa triotic singing, The Star Spangled Banner Sc, &c. made up the exercises of one of the most sensible and enjoyable celebrations ever enjoy ed in Harwinton on Independence day.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-07-11
BETHLEM.

The Rev. E. NJ. Wright was ordained pastor of the Congregational Church and Society in Bethlen, July 3d. Introductory services, by Rev. Mr McKinstry of Harwinton. Ordination Sermon, Rev. Geo. Richards of Litehfeld. Or dination prayer, Rev. MT. Parmslee of Morris. Charge to the Pastor. Rev. A. c. Loomis of Bethlem. Right hand of fellowship, Rev.J W. Wolcott of South Britain. Charge to the peo- pie, Rev. Mir. Lyman of Washington. Conclud- ing prayer Rev. Mir. Judd of Middebury. Ben diction by the Pastor. g'
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-07-11
WD,fI)i;f: !5S

The Fourth was usllercd in by the ringing of bells, with the usual complement of gun powder No generalN alNemo'str.tien was made. everybody seemed ndepensies.t and observed the day in his owa chosen way. The Eome Guards made their first debut, and were received with warm greetings as they marched through the streets. Tn, Family school of Rev. w. F. Bacon, with invited guests, held a pie nic on bis premises. which gave much pleasure to the young folks The ladies of the Methodist Church held fes- tiyal at the Town Hall, which was largely attend ed during the day and evening, and it's chief at fractions were. delicious fruits and delicate cakes, beautiful ladies and enchanting music.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-07-11
CORN WALL.

In this town the Fourth of July came and went without any very important demonstration.
 On Cream Hill there was gathering of the citizens near the residence of Deacon Wads- worth, for the purpose of raising Flag Staff. It was done successfully and from it there was thrown to the breeze one of the finest flags among the many that float over and among our hills. There were several speeches made ap- propriate to the occasion.
 At South Cornwall, Pic Mic in the beauti- full Pine Grove of Freak Kellogg, Esq, enliv- ened the day. There was music, speeches, senti- ments, and other etceteras of such occasions. The speeches were bold in their expressions for Liberty, rather than Slavery, and the speakers did not seem to stand in fear of the Traitors to their Country and Government who live in that vicinity.
 Rumors that the traitors flag would on that day be raised in various places in ouc town hap oily were not confirmed. We think sympathizers with secession are not much inclined to repeat the Goshen experiment.
 There is strong feeling of indignation among our citizens that the Bridgeport Farmer should be allowed to scatter it's pestilent doctrines in the community. N is q bud case-and a course of treatment by the Goshen Doctors, or others who practice in similar way. it is thought would be beneficial. Still perhaps it will be as we'll to let the Cyiter run' as it is evident that he will soon sling hinsseLf to deah.
 One evening last week as the cars on the Rail Road came up to West Cornwall, it was under stood the Editor of that paper was among the passengers, The crowd around the Depot seem ell to show him proper respect, and hence there was a call for and there was given-three times three, as lusty groans their throats could belcl forth, and not only that, but they continued te groan him until the cars took him beyond the sound of their voices.
 -Sergeants Allen and Hart of Company I 5th Reg't c. V. have been at West Cornwall recruiting for few days and on Tuesday morn. ing of this week they left for Hartford with about twenty new recruits, gathered from Sails bury, Sharon and Cornwall. There was quite a time in seeing them off. One old man told his son not to come back until they had got Jeff. Davis head. Another told his son to obey orders, and face boldly every danger, and said he, turning tD