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The Wyandot pioneer. (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1853-1868, 1863-04-24
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. QUHENS III WARD,
y[D Boots & Shoes,
Hardware

We have combined the Hardware Establish
ment, heretofore conducted.by 7. E. BERRY
& BROTHER, into one Firm, and hereafter the
Hardware Business will be carried on in the
same Room. -.
The Wyandot pioneer. (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1853-1868, 1863-04-24
WEIGH FACTS.

DOCTOR RADWAY invites the attention Of The in4sri-
gent reader the facts here presented, showing the
superiority Of his PILLS, purgatives all other
pills Or purgave medicines In use.
The Wyandot pioneer. (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1853-1868, 1863-04-24
TEE TRUE PILLS TO TAKE

The only safe pills TO take are Dir. Radways because
shey the only pills that rurgation without do
pleton, and expel diseased humors from the system.
The Wyandot pioneer. (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1853-1868, 1863-04-24

A also al Complaints OF WOmcn. Hucn u
Nysseria, heucuTrhenn or Whites, Weaken-
Ing discharges, Chlorosis, Irregularities,
suppresslon OF the Mcnses, Inflammation
ofthe Womb or Bladder, Dihicuit Menstraa"
son and all other Diseases or Complaints produced ~
excessive discharges or suppression ofthe Menses.
ladies' who desire to avoid tho suGerings and inccn
enieneca of these Irregularities, or organic oosruo
tons should not omit 10 regulate their systems ~
means ofene two of RADWAf'S PILLS once q Mios
a Yeek and thus he free from the many and great tR
eonveniencos 10 which ladies are generally subject
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29

EFFECT OF SHADE on So1Ls.-R c. Ken
dali, in late communication TO the A ner-
can Farmer, maintains that darkness favors
the deposit of nitrate of potash in the soil
Which is one of the causes of the fertility
produced Ivy shade; but he holds that
more important influence is exerted by the
earth Mr.. Kendall says:
But this chemical combination and de.
post IS the avant courier of more powerful
icrtilizing agent that works exclusively under
the cover OF total darkness. This is the
common earth-worm. These industrious
manipulators of the soil shun sunshine and
the broad glare of day but give them a
dark corner, a shaded nook, the cover of a
fiat stone, plank, or heap OF rubbish,
and their labor is incessant, indetatigable.
and most efficient as fertilizing agent
Cover over n bit of sterile earth with planls'
so us to exclude the light and exclude mois-
ture, and within month there is manifes-
tation of the presence Of nitrc where the
closest chemical test could have detected
none before. Within another month comes
the army of subterranean sappers and miners
boring the whole surface soil to the depth
of Il foot, into millions of holes, passing
every particle of it through their long flexi-
ble organism, and leaving in their eXcrction
q compost beyond the power of human skill
to equal. Under the administration of these
wonderful workers in the darkness in the
space of two years, the'hard-packed sterile
ground, has been as thoroughly cut up as
was ever an unpaintcd, oden-bottomed
ship by the terrcdo, after three months in
activity in the waters of Tampa Bay. BY
the agency and industry of these wiggling,
Intl
structure of the darkened surface has been
changed both in quality and complexion
From IA pale, barren and baked hard pan,
it has become light, porous dark-coored
soil, rich in all the elements OF vegetable
life
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
AGRICULTURAL.
Nanl.in or Chinese sheep.


The Maine Farmer" publishes the fol-
lowing in regard to this new breed of sheep,
and thinks it will be but few years ere
they will become quite common among us,
as their desirable qualities are made
known:
This breed was imported from China,
and first introduced into this country tew
years since, by Theodore Smith, Esq, of
Norwalk, Connecticut. The first importa-
ton consisted of three ewes, and in twenty
months from the time of their arrival Mr.
Smith had Il clear increase of more than
seventy sheep and lambs from these three.
This statement at first seems almost incredi-
bic, but it is published over his own name,
and from this and the statements of other
reliable gentlemen in regard 10 the wonder
fu fecundity of this breed of sheep, no
doubt whatever is to he attached to the
above. They breed twice year, and have
from three to five lambs at a time Mr..
Smith, in an accounts these sheep, says =
The live weight Of the bucks is from l75
to 200 pounds, and the ewes proportionate-
ly heavy. The quality OF the mutton is the
finest | ever saw, being entirely free from
the strong taste common with most other
breeds OF sheep. The wool is coarse and
long. They are easy keepers, and not jump
fences-a low stone wall is sufficient TO turn
them. They are quite hardy, and stand our
northern winters equal 20 any sheep ever
saw. Their great recommendation lies in
the quantity and quality of the mutton that
can be produced in a short time Mr.,
Smith also made many experiments in cross
iny them with other breeds, and with good
results. They wele crossed with the Lei
cester, Merino and Saxon--giving three
lambs at birth and any breed crossed
with the Nankin buck, will have two or
three lambs The system of crossing with
ewes of other breeds might preserve the
wonderful features of fecundity in the OIL
spring, but we doubt if the characteristics
ofsweet mutton and freedom Jumping would
be likewise promulgated.
After keeping them about two years
Mr.. Smith sold his entire tlock-save one
ewe-to Hon. Robert l.. Pell, OF Esopus,
Ulster county, New York, gentleman well
known to the agricultural community as
foremost in all that can elevate and improve
our system of husbandry, and largely en-
gagged in the artificial breeding OF tish and
other experiments relating To the progress
of human knowledge and the advancement
of agriculture. Seeing the statement above
alluded to, prominent farmer in this city
who we hope will be induced to bring
into our midst pair of these celebrated
sheep, wrote to Mr.. Pell, making some in
quiries as to their cost, habits, &c, and we
have permission to publish the reply Of that
gentleman
"PELLHAM, FARM, n. V, April 4, 1868.
"SIR: The price of buck that will cover
100 ewes, 500 per pair, 5000; two ewes
and one buck, $500 They may be sheared
twice each year. The fleece is twelve pounds
worth 40 cents per pound. have one eve
that raised IL lambs in l6 months. One
pair is enough for county. The mutton
cannot be surpassed. They weigh 200 pounds
dressed, aud will not jump fence 4inehe'
Yours, &c, Il. l. FELL"
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
Iyha, ,hc Boys and Girls cam do.

Here is IA letter from Chaplain Lozier, of
the Thirty-seventh Indiana volunteers, show
ing how the boys and girls can help save
their country. lie says:
"Now all you boys and girls who want 10
help save the country hold up your hands!
Oh what multitude of little hands would
he held up if | could only be there to take
the vote in your Sunday school. The fact
is that the hearts of the dear little children
are too pure to be either rebels or sym
pathizers.' Yes, the boys and gins all want
to help save the country. Well, now, I'll
soon show you just how to do it. just
help save the lives of the soldiers who are
fighting to save the country. That very
hand of yours can do this very thing. 1t
can pick and dry few Uackboyries that will
do as much toward saving some sick soldiers
life as the best doctor in the State can do
/ cant explain how this is now, but your
neiyhbor, who was soldier and came home
sick or wounded, can tell you that black
berries are the best thing soldier can get
to eat in many cases of sickness. Now
when you 90 out to the patch are you
going to eat as long as YOU can cram one
down and not pick any for the soldiers 2
No, guess you will not. Try and get as
many as quart after they are dried, and
oct sister or mother to make a little bag
out of n piece OF strong muslin, ard print
your name on piece of paper and sew it
on the little bag, and when the soldier gets
your nice berries he will say, God bless
that dear littly boy"
And now my little girl, what can you do
for the soldiers You may be afraid the
briars would scratch your dear little hands.
Well, what if they do? You can have it to
say that you Tlei .tor your countyy,' and that
is saying n good deal You can do this
much anyhow: You can pick and dry IA
quart of cherries or plums for the sick
soldiers can't you : Certainly you can, and
will too, feel confident. Fix them just AS
| told the boys to fix the blackberries, and
you'll get the soldiers blessing. And now
| want to whisper something to you. Some
of these days. when you hear your pa or ma
talking about how str0Hg they are for the
Union. and now much they lOge the soldiers,
you ask them if they love the soldiers n
JuShei qf dried apJlos or peaches or a few
barrels of potatoos ? or a bushcl of mjonS? !?
or kcg of krout ? That's the kind of Union
savers and soldier-love:s that we're looking
for nowadays. Why. just to think of it, |
have been in the army and have seen the
poor soldier pay ten cent for three little
scrubby potatoes such as you would hardly
feed to the pigs They have been glad to
get onions at five cents apiece! Now we
want your pa and ma, and everybody clses
pa and ma, to contribute plenty of these
things to the sanitary commission, and those
who have not any such things to give can
give money, and we will send them to the
noble boys, and it will not only make them
glad, but also save many of their lives.
Now, boys and girls, do"t Forget to help sace
III. c..L. 4. ~
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
SATURDAY MORNING, AUGUST 80, 1863.

to each other with ecstatic joy, and answer
ed back as toyfuly. New bands broke in
Sweeping upward as into thicker hosts,
and carrying the fiery contngion of rapture,
the whole universe seemed in motion of
bounrllcss Joy. Then thou, too, o my soul !
didst join the celestial host Not with
sound or articulation, but with worshipiul
thoughts and sacred joys, unspeakahle and
full of glory Then there was lifted up
before my inward sight Il majesty of love,
as far surprising men and angels, as yestcr-
day the snow mountains. in radiant sunlight,
had seemed more grand and glorious than
the daisies and harebels that grew at their
feet | am sure that music is the key that
opens heaven. Not Peter, but Handel, to-
night. The surging sounds died away and
silence itself seemed meodious for little
while
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
NEW SERIES, VOL. l6, NO. %.
CHOICE POETRY.


/ thought you always knew II well
{Although indeed you never said SOY
I thought you knew ] dared not tell,
And that was why You toss'd your head SO;
For have often heard you sny
You hate to see fellow sighing,
To heur him stammer all tho day,
And hint mysteriously ut dying
And if | have adored you so,
thought you knew couldn't helpit;
| could no more escape my woe
Than Joseph could his empty well-pit'
II wasn't fair Of you at all;
You moved so light and play'd so neatly,
And set your foot upon the ball
And c. oquet'd me, know, completely!
Why did you let me look such things,
And whisper Der our melting ices,
If converse with you only brings,
This most Objectionable crisis
wish had not loved. for then
Perhaps you would not be offended,
Nor ding me back my heart again,
Nor tell me thus that all is ended!
Oh, YES Sir Johns a charming catch
Ills stud his balance mt his bankcr's,
Unlike himself, are hard to muich
And have but one horse mt Spankcrs!
lie will not house you in some den.
Served by "A footman singlc-handcd--
lie has such stone of maids and men
As your position, love, demanded;
And so. quite approve your choice;
| won't regret my wastel w0oins;
I'll think your sweet soprano voice
Has warn'd me from my own undoing.
And yet know. that when too late
Just as the spectre came to Priam--
You learn to rue your splendid fate,
And wish yourself as free as am.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
- A scene in an Icelandic farm house
is thus described 10y recent traveller:

FARM HOUSE SCENE.
"Thc old man received us very kindly.
It was morning, and he with his wife and
servant were already up, brisk us bees, and
ready for long talk. | was tired out and
longed for bed, but hardly liked to get in
before them, yet Grimr had just begun the
Grimsey story, and that with all his gricv-
anccs would last an hour at least fairly
fell alsccp with my head on the table, and
was reused hy Grimm, who recommended
me to go to bed But said |, these good
people are ia the room oh don't mind
us = said the priest Pray go to bed ! said
his wife. olet me pull your hreecheS of =
proposal, fully reused, and, with flying
leap, buried myself under the feather bed.
then pulled off coat and waistcoat and
curIed myself up Don't English people
mndress themselves more than that when
they go 10 rest 2 asked the priest, who had
been watching me graycly. lie has got his
breeches on, said the wife. I'll pull them
oil il he likes chimed in the maid with
alacrity. Never, necer.h l cried in icspera-
uon. 'Grimr, save me y Poor Ehenezer
Henderson, the Bible Society delenate. the
Icelanders still have good laugh over his
dlsmay, when first the ladies OF the house
insisted on dismantling his legs. This was
according to etiquette in his time, though
now happily falling into disuse. In his
book he tells the story of his wild struggle
to preserve his neither garments. but he
neglects to mention the compromise which
was effected, he colling himself up in the
coverlet and letting the ladies pull at the
stmp-buttons. Henderson was very good
fellow, but he had no notion of II joke, and
he only mentions the incident to found on
it moral and pious reflections. Among
themselves it is still common practice for
the women to peel the men after their day
work, but the lcelanders have learned that
strangers do not particularly relish this sort
OF attention, and they now seldom offer it.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
"llEADQUARTERs
DISTRICT CENTRAL Missouri,
I Ir-r-u....n.... Crn..- A .n..,.-A IL 1 AI.l


GENERAL ORDER No. l2.-On the night
of the 9th inst, IA party of bushwhackers
some three in number, visited the house of
II Mr. Schwartz, about twelve miles from
jefferson City. in Cole county, and on de
manding admittance, they were refused by
Miss Schwartz, II young lady oG tiitecn.--
They replied they would come in, at the
same time trying to break down the door
While this was going on, the other inmates
otsthe house, viz: Mr.. Schwartz, John Wise,
Captain Golden, government horse dealer,
and a young man in his employ all left,
taking with them (as they supposed all the
arms and ammunition. In their hasty re-
treat they left behind revolver. which
Miss Schwartz appropriated to her own use.
She went to the door, and on opening it,
presented the pistol to the leader of the
gang. telling them to come on if they
wanted to, and that some of them should
fall, or she would Thcy threatened to kill
her il she did not leave the door she re-
piled, '1h6. first one 1ciO taioS one Stcp torGFds
his door dies, .tor tbs is tie k0use 81 mg pa-
rants, onm my brotherS ami sisters. and / an
able 10 and aoH dJead IT, Seeing that shc
was determined in her purpose, and after
holding consultation together, they left
Here is AN instance OF true courage, Il
young girl OF fifteen years of age, after all
the inmates of the house, even her father,
he'd fled, leaving her alone to her fate, with
the courage worthy of Joan of Are, boldly
defended her native home against three
hloodthirsty ana cOwardly rutiians, and by
her GOODNESS and heroic daring succeeded in
turning them from their hullish designs.
ut is with feelings of no ordinary pride
and pleasure the commanding general an
nounccs this act to the citizens or his dis
trict. On the other hand, those miserable
towards who deserted this brave girl in the
hour Of danger, flying from the house, lcuv-
ing her to her tasr, are unworthy the name
of men, deserve the sCorn and contempt of
the community at large, and whose society
should he Stunned by every one who has
the least spark OF honor or bravery within
them.
by order of
"Brigadicr General BRowH."
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29

A HAPPY WoMAN.-Is she not the very
sparkle and sunshine of life A woman who
is happy because she can't help it--whose
smiles even the coldest sprinkle of mistor-
tune cannot dampen Men make terrible
mistake when they marry for beauty, Tor th-
lents or style. The sweetest wives are those
who possess the magicsecret OF being con
tented under any circumstances. Rich or
poor, high or low, it makes no difference
the bright little fountain of JOY bubbles up
just as musical in their hearts, Do they
live in a log cabin, the lire that leaps mp on
its humble hearth becomes brighter than the
splendid gided chandeliers in Aladdin's
palace. We're the stream of life so dark and
unpropitious that the sunshine OF happy
face falling on the turbid tide would mol
awaken an answering gleam-why, these
joyous tempered people don't know hall
the good they do.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29

BREAD MUFFINs. Take four slices of
bakers bread, and cut oil all the crust
Lay them in II pan and pour boiling water
over them, but barely enough to soak them
well. Cover the bread, and after it has stood
an hour, draw of the water, and stir the
soaked bread till it is,a smooth mass then
mix in two tablespoonfuls of sifted flour,
and a halfpint of milk. Having beaten two
eggs very light stir them gradually into
the mixture. Bake them brown; send them
to table hot pull them open with your
fingers, and spread on butter. They will
he found an excellent sort of muffin, very
light and nice.
Moss Cottage. COUNTRY GIRL.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
OLD SERIES, VOL. 90, NO. 40.

Sam, said late minister TO his man Of
all-work, You must bottle the cask of whs-
key this afternoon, but as the vapor from
the whiskey may be injurious; take gcss
of it before you begin. TO prevent intoxica-
ton Now Samuel was an old soldier, and
never was in better spirits than when bot
tling whiskey and having received from
his master a special license to taste, went to
work most heartily. Some hours after, the
minister visited the cellar to inspect pro-
gress. and was Mortified to find Sam lying
his full length on the floor unconscious of
all around. %, Sam y said the master, You
have not taken my advice, and you see the
consequence. Rise, Sam, and take glass
yet; it may restore you Sam nothing 10th
took the glass from the masters hand, and
having emptied it. said % sir, this is the
thirteenth glass I've taken, but I'm no bet
ter
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29

RAspBERRy VINEGAR-Take three or four
quarts of raspberres, put them in stone
crock and cover them with vinegar. Let
them stand twenty four hours. Then straiu
this through a jelly-bag and pour it on to
fresh berries, letting this stand another day.
Repeat this process until you have the guam
tity you desire. Add to each pint of juice
one pound Of sugaI. Put it into preserv-
ing kettle and allow il TO heat sufficiently
To melt the sugar. When It Is cold put &
ia,o bottles. II viii Keep several years.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
y NEW ARRIVAL OF
BOOTS AND SH TO- ES.
wNT. x, MTETEES.

/ L has just returned home from Philadelphia,
with new Stock ofBOOTS and SHOES, select.
ed with great care to suit all persons
Bay go"r Boots 00a Shoes arhcrc you can get III
best Q"a'ity, anil Where He jest assortment IS
ksgt ia SN"Jnry.
IL has Calf Boots from So rs to ~ co.
lie has Boys Calf Boats from 81 80 to 81 co..
lie has Ladies' Caters from 62 cts. to 50 90.
lie has Misses and Children's Caters of all styles
and fashions, and prices. In short everything in his
line of Business.
He also has on hand full assortment Of Morocco,
and Calf Skins of the best quality, which he will
make up TO order at the shortest notice having sup
piled himself with the most fashionable Lasts.
\ GREAT SAVING TO BOOTS & SHOES.
EISWALD'S Patent Metallic Soles and Heels,
one pair OF which will wear ms long five pair OF
Leaiher SolcS, kept on hand.
Mendlng done usual.
Call and examine for yourselves and lcyn my
prices before purchasing elsewhere.
WM. II. MILLER.
SunLury, May l6, lSG3.--lych
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29

TAKE Two OF TuEM.-A bashful youth
who lives not thousand miles from this
city, was paying marked attention to Il
beautiful young lady, who rejoices in the
possession of an interesting niece, about six
Years old. The other evening he was en-
joying social Chat with the young lady.
vainly trying to nerve himself to ask the
terrible question, when the little niece
entered the room. A new thought struck
him. Taking her on his knee, he asked, in
IA quivcring Fanny, dear, are You
wiling 1 should have your aunt for my
own | will give you five hundred dollars
for her." 'Ol, yes" said the little thing,
clapping her hands in glee. But hadn't
you better give me thousand dollars, and
take tuO QTthcm 7"
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29

A GIRL OF FIFTEEN DEFEATS A GANG OF
DEsPERADOEs.

The St. Louis Democrat has received from
its correspondent at Jefferson City the fol-
lowing order. 1t explains itself. A fine
revolver, worth 500, is to be presented to
the heroine, Miss Schwartz, by Acting Go
vernon Hall, on behalf of Missouri. The
testimonial is we'll deserved.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
TERMS OF ApyEuTIsINe..

One square Of IL lines 3 times, 81 90
Every subsequent Insertion, rs
One square, 3 months, z 90
six months, N
One year, 00
Dusiness Cards OF lines, per nnnum, 3 90
Merchants and Others advertising by the ycnr,
with the privilege of inserting different I'D.
yertisng weekly, 10 90
business notices inserted in the LOCAL COLUMN, or
before Marriages and Deaths, FIVE CENTS PER
LINE for each insertion.
Ia Larger Advertisements as per agreement
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
SOLOMON yEALICIS,

A ttorney 3i LAW. Sunbury, Norhumbe
"a land county, Pennsylvania.
formerly Frceburg, Snyder county,
OFFICE, Market street, one door east of Friling
Grants Store, and nearly opposite the Court House
All professional business collections, dc will re-
ceive prompt attention.
April IL, 1862.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
MASSER'S PATENT FIVE MIN
UTE FEsEEZER

AS Improved for 1859 and 1860,
By L. KEICIlAM & CO., 2s9 Pearl ST., New York
TTNHE only Freezer constructed on scientific prn-
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the other removes it fast frozen.
The most rapid in freezing, with the least quantity
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The most economical in cost it is the most simple
and durable in structure.
For sale in all the principal cities and towns in the
Union.
Each Freezer accompanied with book Of recipes
and full directions.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
j b Rim TIN

We hive connected with our establishment we'll
selected JOB OFFICE, which will enable us to
execute, in the ncatest style, every variety of
Printing.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-08-29
PRICES
lO Nervous SuneIer- oh bOth sexes.
pEyFRPNn GENTIEMAN hnvin, been re-

A REVEREND GENTLEMAN having been re-
n stored to health in few days, after undergoing
all the usual routine and irregular expensive modes
of treatment without considers 1t his sacred
duty to communicate to his afflicted fellow creatures
the MEANS oF CURE. Hence, on the receipt Of an
ADDRESSED envelope, he will send ree) copy OF the
prescription used. Direct to
Dr.. JOHN NJ. DAGNALL,
js6 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, n.
January "a, 1888