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The ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN ISL

The ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN ISL.
The following is a copy of the Apostles
Creed, published in ISL, by order of
King Henry III. 1t is interesting, as
giving US an idea of what our language
was in the middle of the twelfth century {:
81 believe in God Fadir ALMIGHTY Ep-
pippir of Heeven and Earth, and Jhesus
Christ onelihi sun ure Lorred, that is
ivange chirche and Holy Ghost, bore of
Mary Maiden, thole pine under PLAT,
picht on rode Tree, dead and is buried,
leeth into He'll, tae tridda day from
death arose, steich into Heeven, sit on his
Fadir RIGHT hand God ALMIGHTY, then is
commando to done the quick and the
dede. believe in the Holy Ghost, all
holy chirche, none of all Hailven, for
givenis of Sine, Fleiss uprising, Lift with
outen end. Amen"
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ga year or two ago some enterpris-
ing person succeeded in rolling iron in
thinner sheets than had ever before been
seen. He sent some specimens to Eng
land, and the British workmen have since
tried their best to out-roll their rivals, and
have succeeded. We believe they have
produced two thinner specimens. The
last Of these weigh only 36,100 of a grain
to the square inch 1t would require
two hundred sheets of this thickness to
make up the thickness Of sheet of note
paper.
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ga most extraordinary instance of
patience was that of a judge, who for two
days read his newspapers while couple
of wordy attorneys contended about the
construction of an act of the Legislature,
and then ended the controversy by quietly
remarking, Gentlemen, the law is repeal
ed"
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1866-06-01

afTo obtain an electrical shock from
cat, place the left hand under the throat,
and with the middle finger and thumb
slightly press the bones of the animals
shoulder; then, when the right hand is
gently passed along the back, perceptible
shocks Of electricity will be felt in the
left hand.
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ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

THIS is TO GIVE NOTICE, That the SUBJ
Il scriber has obtained from the Register of
Wills of Hartford county, Md, Letters of Admin
istraton on the personal estate of
OWEN FARLEY,
late ofsaid county, deceased. All persons having
claims against said deceased, are hereby notified
10 exhibit the same with the legal vouchers there
of, on or before the
25M day Of april, 1867,
or they may otherwise by law be excluded from
all benefit of said estate
All persons indebted to said estate are request
ed to make immediate payment
Given under my hand and SEAL this 25th day
of April, 1866.
JANE FARLEY,
APT Administrators.
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sD-A criminal being once asked what
was the first step that led to his ruin, an
swered: "Cheating printer out of two
years subscription. When I had done
that, the devil took such grip on me
that l could not shake him off,"
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hy-A man in Wisconsin, who had been
in the army, brought home, among
other trophies, a young negro. After
keeping him at hard labor for some months
bis benefactor snapped him off for a
dog.
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ARRG4M8IA1 LAW
TNHE UNDERSIGNED HAVING RE-
Il sumed the practice of his profession,
tenders his professional services to the
public.
Office, at present, next door to Steven
son Archer's, up stairs.
MID VIM. GALLOWAY.
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InsOlvent Notice.

NOTICE is hereby given that THOM-
IN AS w. MOULTON has made appli.
cation to the Circuit Court for Hartford
county for the benefit of the Insolvent
Laws of Maryland, and that the first Sa'-
urday after the second Monday in Novem-
Der next has been assigned for him to
appear in said Court, to answer such in
terrogatories as his creditors may propose
or allege against him.
VIM. H. DALLAM, Clerk
Circuit Court for Hartford county.
my18-5t*
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A cleansing syrup of the most effective and thor
Ough character, and especially adapted TO Crad-
cate chronic complaints in ali climates is Rsdgay =
Renovatpg ResOlvent Let no man despair whatever
his aiiment whatever the fruless efforts lie has
made to cure himself by other medicines. As Icing rs
Railways Resolvent be procured he is still Ger
tain Of From to six bottles of this 1ra-
ordinary syrup, simple it i and easy as it is for
most delicate 10 take will vanquish every disease g
chronic, constitutional, scr0fulous nature with
outreSard to how long or how deeply rooted may have
become III the system. There necessity fer resort
ing to the lndiscTiminate Of calomel, mercury
quinine iodine corrosive suhlimate arsenic and tie
host of mineral p0!sons which constitute the basis OF
80 many of the sarsaparas and alternative mixtures
of tho day, for Railways Ranovatng Resolvent is \
substitute for them all. The deforIned and inSTm
cripple-yes, even the repusive leper with his bod
covered with frightful sores and running uloers,
and himself q walking skeleton of putrefac ion
have been perfectly cured and renovated, or
made new azain rs it were by Radway's Re
solvent For all ekn diseases for all diseases Of the
blood whether the faint be hereditary or the result
of thoughteSSneSs for diseases arising from the ey-
cessve of mercury, qunne. iodine or arsen c for
scrofplous diseases of every kind, for syphilis
sipess. ophthama. itch; for cancers tumors wasting
away of the body for vile humors and sores of ever
description: for chronic rheumatism govt and neural
gia; for dyspepsia and general debility for rotting
away of the bones and flesh; for salt rheum scaid
head, white swclnGs, and sore legs for diseases gen
Grated by the smallpox, measles, yellow fever, chls
and fever and so on. Railways Renoyatins ResolTent
is perfect, never-fliing specific 1t may be relied
by the daintiest person easily. Sold by Druggists.
do w
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For MORE THAN TWENTY YEARS MATHEWS VEN
ETIAH HAIR Dye has stood the test of trial, and i
constantly increasing in public favor.
1t is the best and cheapest in the world. Price 4
cents.
1t gives beautiful, lustrous rGturcl color.
Il is complete in one bottle.
It does the work tho first tmo.
1t does not crock. sinut or stain.
Ii does not rub off or fade
1t always gives satisfaction. A child cen apply it
THIS HAIR DYE is manufactured by peculiar pro
cess known only to mr. Matthews) which render
it infinitely superior to any Dye in market.
In using THE VENETIAN Dye you avoid that RUSTY
DEAD appearance by which dyed hair is SO easil!
recognized, when an inferior article has been used
Invest rs cents, and you will be convinced.
Sold by all Druggists and Fancy Goods Dealers.
4. L MATHEWS, Manufacturer
DEMAs BARNES & Co.. New Yor,
my8-law1yt Wholesale Agents.
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MARRIED.

SH0RTER-TRAYERS-O the Sd instant hy the
Rev. R. R; Murphy. P. W. Shorter and Miss Medora
r: X. Murphy, Richard Burns and Miss s, Maria
Wilson. all of Baltimore
hEGERMAN..MILLER.- 0n the 4th instant, by
the Rev. J. II. McCord Thomas Segerman 10 Miss
Mary T.. Miller. both of this ctv. 7
DORSIE-CHRISTIE.-f,n the 4th instant Mt St.
James F. A. P. E. Church. by the Rev. H. r. Webb,
city.
RLPPLE--sMITH,-,In this city, on the ath uIt.,
e. Westminster Church, By the Rev. Cyrus Dickson,
Laura A., eldest daughter of G. s. Smith. Egg late
Of Culpepper county. Va ~ -
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n-3 a SUPERIOR EEsfEE1Y.-We canco n
t& scientifically recommend to thoge suffering from
2 distressing cough, DR.. Striokland's MellHuous
and is witha not disagreeable to the taste There il
no doubt that the MeifuUus Cough Bslsam ia Que Of
prietor claims for it. We have tried it during the
past week and found relief from = most distressing
cough. 1t is prepared by DR.. Strickland, No. l33
Druggists Wholesale agents Tomsen & Block, and
a. SoReier q Co. iy3-1y
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r p FARMERS AND MERCHANTS y
NS NATIONAL BANK
BALTThoRE, Dec. g. 1865.
The Stockholders of this Bank are hereby notified
that an election for seven Directors to serve the en-
suing year. will be held at the Banking House, on
TUESDAY, January 9Th, 1856, between Y M. and 2
PM. J. SLOAN, JR.
dei-eotJal&dtlUJa Cashier.
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DTER

EDWARDS.-on the 1st instant, James P, son O,
David and Margaret Edwards. aged yeaTa Ii month.
and day. 1'
baltimore county papers please copy.1
GELSTUN.-0n the Sd instant Robert Bruce Gel
ston after long and suffering illness in the 18th
year of his age. 49,
Margaret Houck, consort of A. v Rouck. ased il
years. E0 9~ -
WEGLEIN.-On Wednesday morning. 81 instant.
the 57th wear of her age ' "
=, til. MPS0N.-Drowned. off Pearl Cay Lagoon. on
me MOSQUITO coast, during q heavy gale. Captain
Lemuel b. THOMPSON, in the AID year of his age,
formerly OF Baltimore; also, Eliza j. wife of Car tain
Eemuel s. thompson, in her 9Gh year. with their
years; Helen aged years, and Edward, aged IS
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We ARE IN the midst of revolution Genuine Eu-
roreau perfumes are no longer pr0curablc here The
tariff blockadcs ports against them But in their
place stands Phnon's Might Blooming Cereus," the
superlatire ofall floral extracts and every American
lady wonders she inhales its odor how she could
eyer have Tolerated them. Sold oEeryEhere
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Put THE QUESTION generally to your friends, as
to what preparation they use for their teeth and tbs
response, nine times out of ton, will be, Sozodont.
lis no longer necessary to impress its merits upon
the public mind; experience mas taught the world
that as q means OF beautilyins and preserving tho
teeth, invigorating the gums, and giving pleasant
10 the breath, it has no rival in either hem5-
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HAIR DTBi HAIR DYE!-Batcheior's Hair Dye Is
the best in the world Tt only true and perfec
e-harmless-.instantaneo and reliabIe-produ-
ces { rre1did black or natural brown-remedics the
i'll effects of bad Dyes, and frequently restores tn;
original coior. Sold By all Druggists. The genuine
ia signed, ". A. Bachelor. 81 Barclay street. New
Nc-l-
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r -vGhHEEsD NATIONAL. BANK,
10y BALTIMORE, Dec. s, 1865.
NOTICE Is hereby given TO the Stockholders of
this Bank, that tho ANNUAL ELECTION OF d.
RECI0RS. will take place at the Banking House on
TU ESDAT, January o, 1855, between the hours OF
II A. N. and l z. II. A. II CARTER
deI-tjGn9 Caqbier
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kLFst hook In English Grammar. Clear, easy,
and interesting the book for beginners, Price 10
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a New Article. just patented, for Ladies: more
profitable than the hoop skirt The right for this
State will be sold in one week from this date to ind
viduas or company. A fortune for ten active
young men at the trifng expense of $500 each. For
particulars call upon D. +. ROBERTSON, N. D.
Patentee, Fountain Hotel Light street.
ja4-3ta Bsltimore
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CoLeATc,2 HoEET soAP.-This celebrated Toilcs
}ocp, in such universal demand. is made from the
hoicest materials, is mild and caoicn! in its n tu9c
frcarGatlv scented. and extremely beneficial in IT,
action upon the skin. For sale by all Drussis arc
nancr Enn2s Eealern
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mARRIAcE AID CELIgACY, Essay OF Warning
and INSTRUCTION for Young Men, just published by the
Howard Association, and sent in sealed envelopes
free Of Charge address. Dr.. ]. SKILLIN HoUGH Tor
Howard Association. FhilsAerhia. Pc. ocA-tf
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Fx.CTLY Wr.7 Y0U YYlHri

MATHEWS VENETIAN HAZE DYE. known and used
over 20 years. Daily increasing IN public favor Com
plete in one bottle. No wash. No trouble. Does
not crack or stain. Produces lustrous black or
brown as desired. Does not injure the hair Price,
IS cents.
Sold by Druggists and Fancy Goods Dealers.
my9-2tawly
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COMPLETE CLOTHING HoUsE.-Ws take great
pleasure IN calling the attention of our readers to the
conspicuous advertisement of Messrs. Smith, Bros,
81 Co., No. ~ West Baltimore street. We speak what
we know when we say their present stock of clothing
cannot be e4celled. We commend this firm to the
favorable notice Of all who may want goods in their
line. They sell at small profits. and deal on the
square with everybody. ta.G.
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Its HOOK IN English Grammar. Clear easy,
cents INV "
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latest text-bo this important subiecf Sncb Is
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cents. AiH'o 0~
Advanced C0urse Of E,ou,nos;4so,, ..u,
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RS~EGch Of the above toorEa has been odonted by,bo
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FrlnaFy History OF the United sfates:-
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Harikness's Latin Grammar. Price, g., 80. Al
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PERSONAL.

ENFORMATEON VgANTED.-Any of the Sal
a lors. Firemen. or other Of the crew. residing in
Baltimore. who were on board the Steamship CA
LfPS0, U. S. NJ, may hear Of something to their
advantage by sending their address to Lieut. Slater
at the Giimor House. Monument Square, or by call
ing in person. it,
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rs OFFICE OF THE MARYLAND
NY lNEBRIATE ASYLUM, BALTIMORE, August
Il, 1870 the Pubic: WIN. COTTON. ESQ. has
been appointed the Agent of the MARYLAND
IIhfEBRiAIE ASYLUM for the purpose Of soliciting
SUbSCEiP = on account. Of the buildings
stantly applying for admission. He is esrnestly
recommended te our fellow citizens, by whose liberal
oontrlbutons we hope to be able to accommodates ap
pcasts for the reformstory advantages of the Tnst
gution. Respectfully, GEO. C. HI ROBERTS. Nj. b..
President Maryland Enshriate Asylum arl1-tfT
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WANTS.

dsB zoo PER YEAR!-We want agents
ID Ae9USIeverywhero to sell ourNPEoyED so
Sewing Machines. Three new kinds. Under and
upper feed. Warranted FIVE years. Above salary or
large commissions paid. The ONLY machines sold IN
United States for less than $40 which are tp licensed
BY Ho,ge, Wheeler 6 Wilson. Grover d Baker, Singer
q Co., and Bachelder. Al other cheap machines
ibtringements. Circulars free. Address or call upon
Shaw & Clark Biddeford, Maine, or at No S23 Broad
way, New York; No 236 Carter ST., Philadelphia Pa
No II Lombard's Block, Chicago, H.; No. 10 West
Fourth St, Cincinnati, O.; No. Spaulding's Fx-
change Buffalo n Y. dl2-eu5n6W
g FORAGE WANTED FOE: vgAsEEf zs4 sSz4
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NATANTED.-SO LICITORS and LOCAL
w AGENrSin Maryland, Northern Virginia and
District of Columbia. Apply 10 g. w. s. HALL,
Agent for Equitable Life
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no lS-tf 65 Second st.. Baltimore.
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SEWING MACHINES
For Leather and Manufacturers,
Wholesale and Retail.
". MERRILL, Agent,
IA Baltimore street.
sg-We call our readers attention to SNI7H Bros.
Z Co.'S New stock Of SgriDg Clothing just oponed
at Smith. Bios. & Co.'S Popular Clothing House. No.
10 West Baltimore etrect.
Our new stock Of Gents Furnishing Goods Just
opened at IS West Baltimore street. next to Marble
Hall.
Gail and see cur new styles of Gents Furnishing
Goods at IS West Baltimore street, noEt to marble
Hall.
All the latest novelties in Collars, Ties Scarf, &C.
at West Baltimore street., next to Marble Hall.
The popular Clothing House. No. 20 West Bslti-
noEe street, next to the great Furnishing Uoune,
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The Eye, Ear and Throat.
Dr.. WIGHT, tof Toronto, Canada IVES.
Physician and Surgeon.

Uccuist and Aurist,
can be consulted on Deafness Discharges from N a
Ear Noises in the Head. Catarrh. Diseases of tho
Throat and Lungs All diseases of the EYE reauiring
either medical or surgical aid attended to- Office
No. Al, in DR.. Thos. Bucklers old office on LEx1SG
TON sTREET. d23-lm,2dp
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Perfectly Firc-Proof, Perfectly WateT-Proof.
Unequaled for Durability. Security, and Economy,
Applied at shortest notice, aud in any section of
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ADJUSTMENTS.

oAILDAY STREET THEATRE.
TWO GRAND PERFORMANCES TODAY
Last time Of the Grand Legendary Spectacle,
Or, THE NYMPHS OF THE RHINE
ry rrn ,,,,,,,-r,1
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supported by most efficient cast.
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NEW YORK ADVERT'S.
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BOOKS.
Tbs Best im skcir Respective Departments"

me singular excellence of all Quackenbos's school
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kindlimg Wood.

kindling Wood.
Wood Of all Sizes, Oakland Pine Wood,
Delivered free Of charge.
Office CITY Steam Fire Wood Mills,
Over 90 West Baltimore street,
q .6m2p JAs. Il. JoHssnN { Co. nroprietors.
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-FsTATE NORMAL sCRoOa.
r 3 Il. KNAFP's INSTITUTE.

UrJ
=, Inc exercises will be resumed on MONDAY
NEAI' September 4th, at o'clock 4. NJ. on which
day new scholars will be admitted.
5hree higher classes exclusively intended for youn7
ladies, we're formed last January and aro il scos5s
full operation at present.
Parents sending boayders arc requested to provide
for their puuctUal arrival
an2I-tt z
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SPECIAL NOTICES.
~ SUFFERING AT THE soUTRl.

~ 4 11s11'" "A A71E 7O0"'
The following is an extract from one Of the many
letters received daily from ministers and others of
different parts of the South, asking for assistance
1t shows that extreme suffering exists there, and it
is hoped the public will respond to their appeals,
;het We may be able to save many from starvation =
PRINCE EDWARD CouRr HOUSE. Va, |
December q, 1855.
@. s. Griffith, Esq, Presidsnt Maryiond I1ion Com
nltssior:
Dsnr Sir-Tt is with 2 trembling hand and sad
heart that pen these lines, but can but hope my
tale Of sorrow will have listening ear and heart
ready TO assist the needy. Like many Southern fam
lies we arc left poor and needy. and no one in cur
once flourishng State to call for aid. Hearing Of
the societies that formed for such as are in my
destitute condition. am enboldened to call on our
Northern friends to ask for help. am widow With
seven children, and am left entirely without means
to buy the most essential articles.
Ny children must grow UP in ignorance which, to
me, is most distressing. but beg that the Union
Commission will aid US. The Northern people can
form but faint idea of the situation of the Virgin
ianS. The armies have desolated us. ] beg you will
send for immediate relief to purchas Sc
clothes and provisions, for which am sure Goo will
bless you
The above is certified to by most respectable gem
tleman in Virginia.
Money may be sent to Mr.. ]. n. BROWN, corner
Calvert and Baltimore streets, and clothing prOvl
sons &c, to the Office of the Commission, 81 West
Pnlt rNnr a=f-