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The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
The Mysteries of Iron.

There is no miracle recorded in the an.
mails OF any religion more mysterious, more
incomprehensible. moro iucouceivable, than
some of the we'll known properties of the
simple metal iron. Consider, for instance
| lis change from its ordinary condition az
immersed in nitric acid, il is powerfully act.
ed upon, entering into q combination with
the acid, and losing its metallic form. But
if piece of platinum wire has one end in.
sorted 10 the acid, and the iron is then i'm.
mersed in contact with the wire, il is so
changed that the acid has no power upon it.
and this continues after the piatnum WIRE
ia withdrawn. The contact of siuge point
with the platinum sends a transformation
through all is particles, which renders
them invulDerabe 10 the attacks eff the
most p werful acid.
Even more wonderful is its change under
the Influence OF a current of electricity.-
When bar OF pure soft iron is welded With
an insulated wire and current of electrici.
ty is sent through the wire, tho bar is in
stantly converted into magnet. 1t is en-
do~Cd with an unseen force which stretch
es out from its ends, and seizDg any other
piece OF iron within it's reach draws them to
itself and holds them in it's invisible grasp.
The object insulating the wire is to prevent
the electricity from leaving 1t, and yet ex
erted, which changes go strangely the ma
ture OF tho iron, enabling it 10 act on sub
stances with which it is not in contact. As
soon as the circling current ceases, the iron
becomes like Sampson shorn Of his locks
its miraculous power has departed.
No less mysterious than either Of these
is the more familiar phenomenon of the
fall OF a piece of iron to the ground, under
n Nil of =.
that invisible force which reaches out in all
directions from tbe earth and holds all mat.
ter in its grasp 4? The fibres of this power
are imperceptible to any of our senses. If
we pass our bands under suspended rock,
we can feel nothing reaching from it to the
earth, yet there is something stretching up
from the earth, taking hold of the rock, and
drawing it down with the strength of han-
dred cables. We walk enveloped in mys-
teries, aud our daily life is miracle.-Sci.
entjfc .4merican.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
The GETTYSBURG CEMETERv.-Thi

The GETTYSBURG CEMETERy.-This
new cemetery is progressing rapidly TO-
wards completion. and during the coming
summer will probably be finished. The
substantial granite wall, extending along
the west side is completed. 1t is of su.
perior finish and compaclness. The
heavy iron fence extending from the gran
ite wall on the west, 10 Evergreen Gene.
terry, are both finished. The latter is con-
s'ructed of gas pipes and me ial posts, and
will be lined with shrubbery. The gate.
way also completed, is beautiful struct-
ure. On each side OF il are perched two
American eagles, majestically looking
down on those who pass the portals to
this sacred spot. The principal avenue
is undergoing macadamiza'ion, aud the
trees and shrubbery are being planted.
About ninety.f five different varieties Of
trees have been selected: The contract
ors for setting the headstones have also
commenced.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
Butler on Reconstruction.

General Butler presses the following
propositions as The first to be considered
in the m after Of reconstruction:
First-That hereafter forever there
should be neither slavery nor involuntary
servitude, except for crime judcially de-
clared.
Second-That there cannot exist in the
political system of the United States any
such thing as a right of secession by q
State.
Third-That no person, corporation,
municipal or otherwise, or State, could
or nigh, ever assume or pay any part of
the claim by any person or corporation.
State or confederation of States, incurred
or in any way arising from or in aid OF
the late rebellion.
Fourth-That any person who had
held military, civil or diplomatic office
under the so'called Confederate States or
either OF them, or been anJ agent thereof
during the rebellion, should have no po-
litical rights in the State, but should be
and remain alien thereunlo forever, ,.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02

The GARMENT OF CETME E.--Some years since 4
bank in New England was robbed of a large sum.
The perpetrators OF the act were soon discovered
and brought 10 trial, Their guilt was clearly
proved, and they were condemned to expiate
them was young man Of good personal appear
ance and well dressed. Throu ghout the arrest,
trial and conviction, this youth maintained the
appearance OF reckles bravado. This continued
to Law aside his fine broadcIoth' and assume The
parli coiored garments OF the criminal. Then he
broke down at once, and broke out into flood
OF tears. This was the one drop more than his
proud spirit could bear,
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02

PApER.FlLLED MATTRESSES Paper filled mat.
tresses, when well made, serve as admirable
beddings. Tuey should be made thus. The pa
per should be torn up into basket which will
not tip over. ltmust first Of all be folded and then
torn towards ones self, in the seams, into strips
leach strip should be torn into bits no longer
than half posiage-stamp. The paper should
never be torn double, and each Bit must drop sep
araiely inlo the basket. This kind OF s,uffing is
further said to ba hea lthy Once Week.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02

We sleep, but the loom of life never stops;
and the pattern which was weaving when
the sun went down, is weaving when it
comes up tomorrow.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02

BY an order of the War Department il
east of the Mississippi have surrendered, all
Rebels in arms in that section after June LIST,
1865, will be treated az outlaws.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
BRAINERD g. BJIRRIDEE

eign Patent Agency, No 8 Bank ST., Cleveland,
Ohio. We are prepared to transact business of
every description relating to Inventiaus, Draw.
ings Caveats, Spccitica lions, Patents, Infringe.
me ats, and the Fateat Laws,
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02

ALL men Who do anything must endure a
depreciation Of their efforts. 1t is the dir.
which their chariot wheels throw up.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
BRAINERD & BURRIDGE,

Wood, Book illustrations, Buildings, Horses g.
other Stock, Ornamental Borders, Letters; Vign.
cites, Agricultural a. Commercial Cuts in TlHts,
Seals Stamps, Il Machinery in every variety OF
Style 50ztf
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
s. EDISON.

County Surveyor, Hambden, Geauga Co., @.
Those living at distance wishing Surveying
done by the Surveyor. will have lheif calls pnnct-
ually attended to, by addressing hi by letter,
giving five days notice. Direct all lette,s TO
Ham0ien, GeaagS County o. 595
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
PENSION & WAR.
Claim Agency.

II N. ii A I III A " A Y, OF the late firm Of
l.. rhrasher, Durfee g. Hathaway, is author.
lied and Licensed by the Government 10 procure
Bounty Money, Back Pay, and Pensions for sold
iers, or Tor their widows and heirs, and Invalid
Pensions Tor Disabled Soldiers, and all other
claims against the Government Of the United
States, aud of the State of Ohio. Business at.
tended to promptly and honestly. Charges for
procuring Pensions, Bounty or Back Pay, S5 90,
as provided by law, aud no charge until bounty
or back pay is obtained.
DR.. H. A. Hamilton has been appointed Exam
ing Surgeon Tor Geauga County, by whom all
applicants for Invalid Pensions must he exam
ined. aTApply in person or by letter, encos
ing stamp,tO /. N. HATHAWAY,
695tf Chardon, Ohio
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
Pianos & Welode0ns.

1T G. RANDALL would respectfully inform
IL. the citizens oi Geauga County and vicinity,
that he has Tor sale PIANOS and MELODE-
ONS which will be offered at Low Prices. Those
wi-hng to purchase will dc well to call AID ex-
anime before purchasing elsewhere. All lnsiru.
pents fully Warranted Tor years
Room over Murray and Can6elds' Bank,
Rpiil l4th, 1865 796m6 Chardon, o.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
War Claim Agency.

y F. ABELL, q licensed Government Agent TO
- procure Pensions, Bounty Money, b ,ck Pay
&c, may be addressed, in per son or by letter, at
Welsh6e,d Geau ga Co., Ohio. 6OOlf
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
fARMLY HOlLSE

New Hotel fronting Park Painesville, Ohio.
S. Barridge, j., Proprietor. d. Burridges Lv.
cry and Omnibus Line attached 10 the House.
The Jeffersonian Democrat. [volume] (Chardon, Ohio) 1854-1865, 1865-06-02
Z. CREIGHTON

Book Binder and Blank Book Manufacturer,
Herald Buildings, Cleveland, Ohio. ao-Blank
Books Ruled and Bound to order. Ole Books
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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12

4, (name not remembered oil of Augusta S,
Lueius A. Devier; 8, George H. Carpenter, both
of Rockingham.
Miss Matte Walker, of Augusta, was crowned
Queen Of Love and Beauty Miss Ella Brown, of
Bridgswater, lst Maid of Honor; Miss esPet''
Carpenter, of Rockingham, I'd Maid of Honor
Miss Mary Miller, of Augusta, Sd Maid Of Honor
Miss A. BERTHE Herring, of Rockingham, 4th Maid
of Honor, and Miss Mary Grattan, of Bridgewa-
ter, 9th Maid Of Honor"
The Charlottesville Chronicle, now in vein moi
unworthy ofsold Froipart himself, thus concludes
his chronicle of sskullud tournament that re-
University.
ssThere was large collection of the fashion
and beauty from the precincts of Mudwall and
Carr's Hill present on the occasion. The Knight
of the Tarbucket was the fortunate champion
and crowned as the Queen of Love and Beauty the
gentle and accomplished Miss Dinah Crow, at
present cooking on the premises of Mr..
Smith She wore patent leather bodice, and a
scarlet skirt, Topped up considerably above the
ankles. Necklace of rubies and cream colored
par asol set off her ebony neck and shoulders-the
hair frcasseed and thrown back from the forehead.
At night there was ball which threatened at one
moment to end very unpleasantly. A young lady
who had been singing in the moonlight, on bal
cony of the Hotel where the ball was given, ate
very freely on returning to the supper room OF
cracklings and overloaded her stomach so that it
produced cramp collie. She was, however, re-
lieved by drinking Immediately pint of nearly
boiling hot water, which almost instantaneausly
dislodged the cracklings."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12

the regular army to SO, 900 men, so organized that
the ranks may be filed up to $4,000 whenever
required.
The report of the Secretary of the Treasury is
commended, and it is urged that ssitis our duty
to prepare for the increasing evils of an I'M
redeemable currency" and by conducting bust
ness as nearly as possible on system OF cash
payments or short credits, the people will be pre-
pared to return to the standard of gold and silver.
The duty is heartily recognized of diminishing the
amount of paper money now in cir culation.
He refers to the nations with which we are in
friendly alliance, and then reviews the conduct
of Great Britain, and the attempt Of the British
minis ter to justify the action Of his government
towards this country.
While he feels bound to declare his opinion be-
fore Congress and the world that justification
cannot be sustained by the tribunal OF nations,
yet he does not advise to any present attempt al
redress by acts of legislation. In relation to the
invasion Of some parts of America, in the interests
of monarchy, the President says che relies upon
the wisdom and justice of the European powers to
respect the system of nen-interference, which has
so long been sanctioned by time, and which by
its good results has approved itself to both eonti-
nents." 'sWe should regard it great calami ty
should any European power challenge the Ameri-
can people to the defence of Republicanism o.
gainst foreign interference" The correspondence
with France and England will, at o proper time,
be laid before Congress.
The message closes with an eulogy upon the
greatness Of our country and upon the republican
model of government as exhibited in our institu-
tions, and solemnly invokes every citizen of our
favored land to aid in perpetuating our own free
constitution.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12
Congress-.

Congress met, with quorum in each house on
the 4th inst. The House was organized by the
re election of Speaker Colfax and the other sub
ordinate officers. The radical republicans, under
the lead Of Thad. Stevens in the House, and Sum-
nsr and Wade in the Senate forthwith COM
menced their old policy of agitation" by intro
duclng resolutions intended to harass the South,
and embarrass reconstruction unless conducted
en- their peculiar plan. joint resolution, pre-
viously agreed upon in republican canvass, was
introduced in each house, to exclude all members
elect from the Southern States until committee
(of radicals of course should report upon the SUBJ
iect. On the ne 1t day the Presidents able, and
liberal message was read, which is supposed to
have been wet blanket upon the radical TRES
Congress then adjourned over until the 18th inst.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12
Farm Labor.

Time alvn will enable farmers to determine
upon any regular system, for employing the labor
of freedmen. Patience and justice should both
be practiced.
The farmers Of Buckingham county held meet
ing some days ago, in which they pledged them
selves under no circumstances to rent lands to
freedmen; but gave each the privilege of allow
ing freedmen portion of the crops in lieu OF wa
ges the proprietor, however, retaining entire and
exclusive control of the premises 1t will be con-
sidered by them right and proper for every farmer
to employ freedmen, without reference to the
claims of former owners, but it is suggested that
in oil cases certificates of good character be re-
auired from those parties. The meeting was in
fuenced by no unkind feelings towards the freed
men, but announced, under res olution, that it was
simply DESTROYS of establishing such regulations as
will render him available as laborer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12
A Recommendation.

A correspondent of the Richmond Wing, sign
ing himself .sVirginia," and writing upon the sub
ject of organizing the Court of Appeals, recon
mends Hon. Jno B. Baldwin, of Augusta, for one
Of the Judges, and in his communication uses the
following language:
esThe selection of John B. Baldwin, of Augusta,
for one ofthe judges of this court, would proba-
bly, give universal satisfaction, and secure the
confidence in that court of more of the people Of
Virginia at this time, than the selection of per-
haps any other lawyer of the State. His estab
l;sbed Reputation as counsellor is unsurpassed
his long and varied practice acquaints him with
all the subjects of litigation, and his comprehen-
sive intellect and uniinching frmness in the
right, and spotess integrity and purity of private
character and earnest patriotism, not less than
his thorough training and noble ambition IN his
profe ssion, point him out most pre-eminently'"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12
Tribute to the Ladies.

The Richmond Sentinel pays the following hand
some tribute to the ladies Of the South for tn,
part they have borne in the trials ofthe last fv'
years
Cheerful under privations. patient under sui
fering, heroic amid danger, ssministering angels
beside the cot where pain and anguish were wiring
ing the brow Of the sick and the wounded sol
der; readily renouncing accustomed comforts
and cheerfully undergoing unaccustomed tolls =
their example has been, indeed, an inspiration
and Joy, and added fresh attractions to that
loneliness, and fresh power to that sway, to
which Southern gallantry has always delighted to
do homage. Whosoever shall write the story OF
those times, will SANDER his theme if he assign
not to the ladies of the South-God bless them =
peculiar merit and special praise"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12
Dec 12-tds

DUBLIC SALE OF VALUABLE REAL Els.
1 late and PERSONAL PROPERTY, in Rock
| ingham county, Wednesday, Jan. II, 1866.-With 9
view of breaking up housekeeping, account of my
age and inirmities, will sell, at public auction, iii
sold privately before the day of sale) Wednes
day, the 18th day of Jan, 1856, the VALUABLE
FARM now occupy. lying on the West side of D ry
River, 2 miles North of Bridgewater, Rockingham
county, containing 200 Acres The greater part of the
land is River Bottom, in good condition. and well
tered and pretty well supplied with timber The i'm
provements comprise fine Brick Dwelling House, a
large Swisher Barn, out house the dwelling
and all other necessary buildings making it one of the
most conveniently Fl xed plantations in the county
There also fine apple orchard of the choicest fruit
the place. and the farm is well watered by streams
and good spring under the roof of the house 1t is
real Dutchmans home, arranged with an eye to
comfort and convenience. 1t is believed to be one OF
the best farms the county, in almost all respects
As before said it may be bought at private SALE but
if not will be sold the day specified above
Also, at the time and place will be sold all my
PERSONAL PROPERTY, consisting of Cattle,
Cows and young Cattle) few Shoats, Wheat, Corn
and Flour, Household and Kitchen Furniture, Beds,
Bedding, &C., including many articles not necessary
to mention.
Terms of sale made known on day of sale.
Dec 5-tds-cost 1871. ABRAHAM CLICK, Sen.
Stanton Spectator and New Market Shenandoah
Valley. insert till sale mark cost and charge this Of
fce.-P0cE. Register.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12
To the Editor of the "SpEcTAroR."

beg Leave through your paper, to commend to the
patronage of the people of Virginia, the Nation al Intel
figencer published at Washington. 1t is very large
and beautifully printed paper, and mant aims sound
sentative principles with great frmness and ability.
There two editions, daily and the other tri-
weekly. The price of the daily, is 80 and of the
tri-weekly &c. per year. The tr weekly contains all
the reading matter of the daily aud to who do
not enjoy the beaefts of daily mail it will be quite
desirable.
The Inteligencer being published at the seat of Gov
ent will give full and faithful transcript of the
proceedings of Congress and of all the important public
documents.
1t also contains full notices OF all foreign and domestic
news and its columns enriched by the
of the best mnds of the country
Who then will begrudge Sc. per annum for three
papers per week. containing full history, not only Of
the action of the but of all the import ant
events that transpire in the world.
1t may not be improper to add that thu Intellgencer
is reported the confidence of President John
son. who laborng assduousy for the restoration OF
Southern rights.
" ON SuRsCRrRER
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12

COMMISSIONERS SALE.-In obedience to q
" Decree the Circuit Court of Augusta county
rendered at the last term in the case of
E. l.. Brewer, guardian, &C.,
against
David Landes, and others,
shall, Thursday, the 2Sth of December next, pro-
coed to sell, to the highest bidder, the FARM OF
which Abraham Landes died seized, situated Naked
Creek Auguata county, adjoining the lands of George
Seawligh and others, containing bout 230 ACRES
This land is of average quality with the lands in tn
no uses tw barns and is well watered, with about 40
acres in tim Der. There valuable mill site the
tract hich will be surveyed off, with about twenty
of land including dwelling and barn, and will be
sold separate from the balanc of the tract.
TERMS SO much in hand as will pay the cha rges
and expenses of the sale, the balance upon credit
one, and three years. paya BILE in gold its equiv
aent bonds with good security required from the pur
chasers and the title retained until the purchase money
is paid ENOCH l.. BROWER,
Nov 23-4ts* Commissioner.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12
Annual Messages.

Our limited space precluding the publication
of the entire Messages of the President and the
Governor, We present extracts from each oil
such points as may be of interest to our readers
presuming tn at persons who would desire to
read the whole Of the messages have, before the
publication of this paper, procured the full
message from the nu merous daily papers tina,
nuhliSh them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-12-12
Tournament.

Notwithstanding ssthe wailing winds and naked
woods" Of autumn, our Virginia exchanges still
tell of many mimic Journeys yet occurring with
the same zest that gladdened the green groves
and meadows of mid summer. These manly pas
times eerved a useful purpose in doubtless dis
pelling many melancholy thoughts that but tor
such divers ons might in these gloomy days OF
our country's trouble have weighed more heavily
on our minds And the sport was none the less
exciting that it was 80 harmless. With much OF
the chivalrous spirit, it had none of the bloody
incidents of the tournaments of old. The dangers
were more from the arrows Of Cupid, than the bat
tle-mace of Mars.
"In good King Arthurs reign" of old romance,
When doughty champion dared to measure lance,
Ere Heralds told the fort unes of the tilt,
Some crest was bowed, some knightly blood was
split.
Their glowing armor seemed to catch the flame;
For, with unylelding points, the jealous mail
Recorded on the field the crimson tale.
But here to-day there no points of steel,
And so to night there are no wounds to heel,
Save only those that sweetly signalize
A tilt with blessed woman 8 blessed eyes;
Those pensive scars that heal with scarce sting,
When not her knight, but she takes of the ring,
So field was left no crimson stain,
No bleeding knight lies pantlng on the PLAIN,
No champion of his charger stands in need,
Unless the Provost spied some captured steed
So if some rider mourns loss to-day,
IT'S not his horses, but some woman's tnay."
What was intended to be the closing and crown
ing tournament of the season among the Valley
Knights came off at Bridgewater, in Rockingham
county, and the tests were opened only for the
successful knights in the various Journeys Of the
past summer. The Register gives the result
thus s'The race for the ring went gaiy and &C
lively forward, old Augusta and noble old Rock
ingham, through their respective representatives,
entering into gallant, chivalric competition for
the distinguished honors of the occasion. Rock
ingham was beaten in the race, at least the judges
decided that Augustus sons had fairly won the
distinction accorded to them.
The following are the names of the successful
knights as far as remembered: /, Alexander
Crawford q, Butler Burk; 5, Dr. - Curry;