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Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1866-03-08
Local and state Items.

A sLRreH RIpE.-E3jtor RatieHG Hfr-
aid, On Tuesday, the 9th inst, tne
people of Ludlow, to the number OF lzo
couple, took sleigh-ride to Chester
First In the order Of the course came
the Great Eastern" owned by Lorenzo
stearns and J. Simonds, drawn by SIX
cream colored horses, driven by Charles
Wood, carrying the Ludlow Cornet baho
and a good many more. Next came TWO
four. horse teams, one drawn by sorreIs
and the other by bays, and driven res
pectively by ]. Simonds and Fred Fish,
otherwise called Uncle Ben These
were followed by seven two.horse teams
and about sixty single teams, In all con-
tanning, as we have stated, not less than
$50 "precious souls, and all agog, to
dash through thick and thin" lt is
said that the people of Chester opened
their eyes in considerable surprise when
they saw the column approaching; and
some anxious enquiries were Instituted
as to the means of providing for such a
multitude, but mine host of the lngra-
ham House, like the great Daniel Web
ster, rose with the occasion, and proved
himself equal to the emergency.
The Ludlow Band were received by
the Chester Band into their own yehi-
Gle, and became their guests The party
arrived at the Ingraham House at about
one o'clock, and In due time partook OF
a sumptuous dinner. Dancing began at
seven o'clock, and was continued "till
everybody had danced as much as they
wanted to-" A part Of the company re-
turned the same evening, and part
probably majority, remained till the
next morning.
Not the slightest accident occurred to
mar the enjoyment, and all returned
highly delighted with the excursion.
These are g few Of the simple, pnvar-
nished facts respecting the Ludlow
sleigh-ride. They speak for themselves.
1t isn't worth while to bow. Peo-
pie that know anything about this town
understand perfectly well that the coon
may Just as well come right down, for
when the citizens undertake thisg Of
this kind, they don't stop short of lick
ing out the rest Of mankind. ~
The FREsHRT AT BRADFoRD.-A gen
tleman writing from Bradford says
1--WE had a tremendous freshet here las
Saturday. Half mile above the vii
lag, the ice formed q dam, and when i
broke away it came down with such
force it took good covered bridge, II
feet long, dwelling house, black
smith shop, a barn, sheds, &c, anC
left them about quarter Of mile
from where they stood. / was over tx
see the wreck yesterday, and it was ar
awful sight. There has not been suct
freshet for thirty years"
A bridge across Waites river anC
one at East Corinth were carried away
AccIDRNR TO Hon. ]. W. STEWART
We regret to learn from the Middlebur,
Register, that Hon. j. W. Stewart o
that town had the misfortune to breal
/ his leg, near the ANGLE, by the upsettin|
of a sleigh in which he was riding, o.
Monday last.
: PLoUGHING IN WMTRR.-The SNOW
plough on the Passumpsic road, nea
Newport, the other morning, threw GU
of a snow drift on the track, an Irish
man named Carney, who, overcome b.
whiskey, had lain down on the roa(
! He proved to be badly frozen, and is nc
expected to live
Gu1In R1rRNrn littla dannhtar q
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1866-03-08

PLoUGHNG IN WMTRR.-The snow
plough on the Passumpsic road, near
Newport, the other morning, threw out
of snow drift on the track, an Irish
man named Carney, who, overcome by
whiskey, had lain down on the road.
He proved to be badly frozen, and is not
expected to live.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1866-03-08

Acc1DRNR TO Hon. J. W. STEWART
We regret to learn from the Middlebury
Register, that Hon. J. W. Stewart of
that town had the misfortune to break
his leg, near the ANGLE, by the upsetting
of a sleigh in which he was riding, on
Monday last.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27

&
POLITE ELEPHANT.-There is an anec
dote told Of an elephant in the Jardin DIES
Plantes in Paris which amusingly illustrates
the exquisite sense of smell with which ele-
plants are endcwed: ose a b
The interior OF an elephants trunk is
lined with an immense olfactory nerve, by
which the animal is able to detect the faint
est doors at a distance. Ae finds that the
orange flower yields the most delicious of
all perfumes, and travellers state that in ia
pan elephants may frequently be seen, bury
ing their trunks in the foliage Of the orange
trees to enjoy the fragrance. Tie other day,
the large elephant in the Jardin des P1antes
suddenly ceased picking up the bread and
cake offered to him by the visitors Of the
garden, drew in his trunk, and continued to
follow along the ratings Of his Enclosure
lady who was carrying in hand a boquet Of
orange flowers. The lady's attention was
called to his movement, and she at once
held the bouquet within his reach. The an
imal seized the flowers, inhaled the perfume
with great delight for several moments, and
here comes the least credible portion Of
the story-again put forth It's trunk and re-
stored the bouquet to the lady. One under
stands an elephants passion for sweet
smells, but hardly comprehends his mani
festation of gallantry and good breeding.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27
Over the Falls.

This afternoon while a terrible wind was
blowing up the gulf, two men were discov-
cred in a small boat in the rapids south of
the Three Sisters. They were struggling
desperately with the waves, but human
power was utterly unayaihng.a Hundreds
of persons were on Goat Island and saw
them, but of coarse were unable to render
them any assistance. The stricken
men rowed with frantic efforts to the very
verge of the precipice and finally went over,
still clinging to the oars.
It seems Mr.. Cooper, the postmaster at the
town Of Chippewa. on the Canada side, two
miles above the falls, started with Frank
Leutze, the ferryman, to cross the river in a
small boat. Usually the course is to pull
about two miles up the river before attempt
ing to cross; but on this occasion the I'M
fortunate men seem to have imagined that
the heavy wind blowing up stream would
counterfeit the force of the current, and
consequently attempted to cross in direct
line. 6E 49,
The result was the same as it has been on
three former occasions when similar at
tempts have been made, and their lives paid
the forfeit of this mistake. The sad endin e
of the last mad attempt should teach a
lesson of carefulness to all who live along
the rivers bank The rapids of the Ma
CARA are too awful to be trifed with. 1t is
singular that Leutze, the ferryman, who had
crossed and recrossed a hundred times in all
kinds of weather, should have SO sadly
misiudged the force of the current, and
overestimated 20 such a degree the strength
Of the wind.-Bufdlo Express, Sept. IL.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27
E'Ehe Late Great Battle i'm South
America. ss4,seH

Advices from Rio Janeiro of the goth,
give the following particulars of the great
battle between the Paraguayans and the AL
lies, on the Plata, She 10th and 18th Of
July:
The affair arose from determination of
the Allies to dislodge the Paraguayans from
the position they were fortifying on hill,
which would have enabled them to endanger
the Allied left and rear. The Paraguay ans
were surprised and driven out at daybreak,
on the 10th, by brigade of Brazilians.
After short fight the victors then advanced
to the assault Of the Paraguayan works, but
were met with such heavy fire that they
were forced to abandon the attempt, and
confine themselves to the defence of the
works they had taken. This was success
fully done, Notwithstanding two fierce at
tacks were made by the Paraguayans, and
storm of missiles were poured on the
ground.
The Allies suffered considerable loss, and
the troops under fire were relieved several
times during the day. The next day passed
without fighting, but4@a Reconnaissance,
made to uncover the Paraguayan move
ments and works, was changed into a gen.
eral assault Of the next line of the Para
guayan fertilization, which was carried, but
recovered, and again retaken; but finally,
after very heavy fighting, which involved
most of the forces on both sides, the Allies
recognized that success in that direction
would be too dearly bought, and their
troops were recalled, retreating in good or
der without being pursued. The Paraguay
ans, however, made dash with cavalry on
the Argentine flank on the right, but were
repulsed, and fighting ceased on both sides
The works captured ON the 10th remain
in possession of the Allies. They were
strengthened with cannon and mortars, aud
are likely to be of great service to the
Allies.
The Paraguayans continued UP to the 18th
to send down torpedoes, and on the 18th
and 18th two explosions occurred so near
the leading vessel Of the Allied fleet as to
shake her severely. A boat was blown up
and eight persons killed Ez.9 ~
The second Brazilian army, 5000 strong,
under Ponto Allegro, had been incorporated
with the allied forces. Two or three thou
sand convalesoents had also Joined. More
reinforcements had also been demanded and
expected from Brazil and the Argentine
Provinces. - = - Is = = . :
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27
The South.

Herschel V. Johnson, who was the candi-
date on the Douglas ticket in 1860 for Vice
President has written long letter to the
Augusta Chronicle, in which he fully en-
dorses the action Of the National Union
Convention, at Philadelphia.
A street fight occurred in Memphis on
the 18th. in which an alderman killed gro
Gerry merchant. The difficulty was caused
by certain articles in local paper reflect
ing upon the alderman's official integrity
The negro who, several days ago applied
to the military in Macon, Georgia, for per-
mission to hold property, which privilege
was denied him by the civil authorities,
was foully murdered on the night of the
18th inst. by unknown parties, who covered
him with numerous slabs, and then cut his
remains into pieces. 0f.
1t is estimated that one thousand people
have arrived at Galveston and Houston.
Texas, to escape the persecution of guer-
rilas in the interior, who rob and murder on
both sides Unfortunately, for plumber.
Affairs throughout the State are daily be-
coming worse, instead of better, and innu-
merable outrages are hourly recorded.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27
SUMMARY OF THE WEEK.
General Intelligence.

There are now nearly $3.50 100000 in gold
in the United States treasury.
General Grant is out with letter depre-
eating the habit of army officers taking q
prominent part in political affairs.
The receipts fl ON internal revenue since
the 1st of July amount to $88,086, 900, and
from customs, $42,O00,000, making total
of $150,036,0OO, 9T
Secretary Seward is dan gerously i'll, and
fears are entertained as to his recovery
His articulation is very imperfect, and it is
thought that he cannot live long.
A portion of the delegates of Southern
1oyalists from the Philadelphia Convention
had an enthusiastic reception at Buffalo on
the 18th inst. Speeches were made by Gov
ernor Brownlow and General Thomas of
Tennessee. .t. -......
The Nebraska City Ne'os of the 7th inst
says: The first installment Of grasshoppers
about -1o, 100000 to the square foot-ar-
rived in town this morning. We are of the
opinion that they won't remain with US long
as the feed in this propinquity is rather
scarce. Mothers can't be too careful Of
their children during their stay. e
A Washington correspondent states on
what he calls good authority, that President
johnson intends to release JEFF. Davis on
parole or bail if the Supreme Court fails to
try him at the October term. 1t is also re-
ported that jeff Davis has Indignantly
declined an offer for his Immediate release
on condition that he would leave the coun-
try never to return.
The Presidential party reached Washing
ton on Saturday, the 18th; Secretary Sew
ard having, however, taken a special train
and arriving in very exhausted condition.
Many Of his friends fear that his constitu-
ton is being rapidly weakened, and that
his failing health will ere long compel him
to retire from public life. The party left
Harrisburg early in the morning, travelling
by way of Baltimore. At York, Pa, and at
Baltimore, complimentary welcomes were
given them, though the council of the latter
city had refused to vote him a reception.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27

The competition Of Charleston, South
Carolina, has seriously affected the cotton
trade Of New Orleans, and factors in the
latter city are discussing some scheme to
enlarge their foreign exports. Unusually
favorable prices will shortly be offered to
planters, it is anticipated, and efforts will
be made to confne selling rates to favorable
prices.
There is great activity among the Fenians
in New Orleans, and several companies are
being equipped for some service, probably
with the intention of again invading Cana
da. There is the highest authority for stat
ing that Sheridan has no idea of taking
command Of the Fenian army, neither has
there been any authority for the use Of his
name in that or any other connection.
A Herald Fort Monroe correspondent
says: Mr.. Chandler, the United States
District Attorney for Fortress Monroe, and
the prosecutor of jeff. Davis in his coming
trial, will soon commence arranging his pro-
eramme of the trial, on behalf of the gov
eminent. The health Of the prisoner is i'm
proving, and he is said to desire no Execu-
tive clemency beyond a fair and impartial
trial. 2gvat t5g sw a'. lsbg no
The South Carolina Legislature has
passed bill which permits all parties to
testify in their own behalf in civil causes,
and gives permission to defendants in GRIM
inal cases to testify as to facts, but does not
require that they should give any evidence
tending to criminate themselves. The
"Fire Loan Bill,'' to authorize the City
Council of Charleston to issue two millions
of bonds, as proposed in their recent ordi-
nance, to aid in rebuilding the city, has also
been passed.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27
The Cleveland Convention.

The Soldiers and Sailors Convention met
at Cleveland on the 18th, and after tempo
rary organization adjourned till next day.
On the 18th the Convention, after electing
General Gordon Granger permanent chair
man, passed resolutions indorsing the Phil
adelphia Johnson Convention, and stating
that their object in enlisting in the late war
was for the purpose Of sustaining the Con-
stitution and the Union. Dispatches were
received from various quarters expressive
of sympathy with the objects Of the Con-
vention after which the body adjourned sine
die. The following is the platform adopted:
The union soldiers and sailors who served
N the army and 4 avy of the United States
in the recent war for the suppression Of the
instruction, the maintenance of the con-
stitution, the government and the flag of the
union, grateful to Almighty God for His
preservation Of them through the perils of
war and for His mercy in browning their
efforts with victory, freedom and peace
deploring the absence from their midst OF
many brave and faithful comrades who have
sealed with their life blood til cir devotion
to the sacred cause of American nationality,
and determined now as heretofore, to stand
by the principles for which their glorious
dead have fallen and by which the surviv-
ors have triumphed, being assembled in
national mass convention in the city of
Cleveland, Ohio, this the 18th day of Sept
1866, do resolve and declare:
l That we heartily approve the resolu-
tons adopted by the national union conven-
ton held in the city Of Philadelphia on the
18th day of August last composed of dele
gates representing all the states and terri
tories of the United States.
That our object in taking up arms to
suppress the late rebellion, was to defend
and maintain the supremacy of the consti-
tuition, and to preserve the union with all
the dignity, equality and rights of the sew
eral states unimpaired, and not in any
spirit of oppression, and not for conquest
or subjugation; and when there shall be
any armed resistance to the lawfully con-
stituted authorities of our matt onal consti-
tuition, either in the north, the south, the
east or west, emulating the self-saorfcing
example of our revolutionary forefathers,
we will again pledge to its support our lives,
our fortunes and our sacred honor.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27

if L must die should have done my duty,
as l thought that, 1 rose to my knees, and
some words came to my lips-words that
cameto my heart as I thought of those who
were once saved from the burning, fiery fur
mace; and i prayed that too, might be
saved. =
And ah it was hard to pray thereto
keep your thoughts in the midst of that
fierce, suffocating heat Of smoke and steam
from the water pouring into the room.
And how everything else but the words Of
prayer came into ones mind; and it was as
if the devils = despairing, disappearing
devils were Kissing in my ear to curse and
shrek oaths., Then, too, came the thought
of those. at home, and the little golden curls
| should play with no more; and how |
could now understand the dread my wife
always had of what she called my frightful
business. Yes 1 had saved seven that
night; butt was hard to die-hard to give
up life at eight and9tw enty, and suffer the
death from which had saved so many.
4 couldn't help it just then, for grim
smile came over -mgNface. as thought it
was my old enemy,ithe fire, being revenged
upon me; but directly after tried to pray
once more, and then in the midst of the
smoke | gave a wild cry, dashed off my
helmet, dragged my belt undone, and kicked
off my heavy boots, half .suffocated, and
had off my thick coat too; and then with
my heart beating with hope, thanked God
for the thought, and the next moment l
was over the CRATE bars and in the big Chin
ney of the old house.
1t was full Of smoke, and [ could hardly
breathe; but it was sure way of escape to
the roof; and though I could feel that
was tearing the skin from my elbows and
knees, [ managed to climb higher and high
er, slowly and painfully, but soon could
feel current of sweet, refreshing air set
ting down to me, and every breath gave me
fresh strength till 1 reached the top, when
my heart sank, as found it would be i'm
possible to get any farther on account Of the
chimney.pot. 7" r. @a 'aa ''4.az
To shout was useless, and for while I
was in deep despair > bat at,ls st | got my
hands well above me, and tried 10 move the
pot. I tried again and again, and taen to
force myself through, till l was SO wedged:
in that | could not get back, but | found
that had loosened the pot, and at last coln-
pletely forced it off, and raised myself pant
ing to a sitting position on the chimney
stack, but afraid to move, for my head was
wedged in the pot, which was fixed down
upon my shoulders.
( KNEW that [ could not stay where I was
for long, and tried once more. to get rid of
my awkward helmet; and now having both
hands at liberty, I loosened it, and it fell
with crash into the court beneath. sti
Just then there rose a cheer, for some one
had made me out from below; but sick and
faint as l was, managed to wave my hand
and cheer; but it stuck in my throat and I
could not get down without help. And I
suppose Egnlish people are fond Of cheering,
for how they did shout when got down
through another house. and was there
amongst them; and after all, it was only
ones duty. sS>s F >A-'Ni -2
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27
The East.

Major General Couch is to succeed Hon.
Hannibal Hamlin, as collector Of the port
Of Boston. 4. Ia +
1t is understood that Samuel J. Tilden is
to be elected Chairman of the Democratic
State Central Committee of New York, the
position formerly occupied by the late Dean
Richmond. M
In Huntington county, Pennsylvania,
there were three deaths from burning last
week-two children who were playing with
matches, and woman who attempted to re-
viye fire by pouring coal oil on it.
A woman named Korwan committed sui-
eide in New York few days ago. Before
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1866-09-27
MisfeIIanD.
WEIGHING THE BABY.

How many pounds does the baby weigh;
BABY who came but month ago;
How many pounds from the growing curl
To the rosy point Of thaTestless toef
Grandfather ties the kerchief knot,
Tenderly guides the swinging weight,
And carefully over his glasses peer
To read the record "only eight"
Softly the echo goes around,
The father laughs at the tiny girl;
The fair young mother sings the words,
While grandmother smooths the golden curl
Andstooping above the precious thing.
Nestles kiss within a prayer;
Murniufing softly, g Little one,
Grandfather did not weigh you fair"
Nobody weighed the baby's smile,
Orthe love that came with~the helpless one
Nobday weighed the threads of care
From which a woman's life is spun.
No Index tells the mighty worth!
Ola little baby's quiet breath, -
A soft unceasing metronome,
Patient and faithful unto death.
Nobody .,eighed the baby's soul
For here on earth no weights there be
That could avail. God only knows
Its value in eternity. ~ n.y. ~
Only eight pounds to hold soul
That seeks no angels silver wing, 5-1s '-i5d
But shrines it in this human guise
Within SO fair and smalla thing.
Oh, mother. laugh your merry note,
Bsgayafd glad, but don't forget
From baby's eyes looks ont soul
That claims home in Eden yet.