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Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18

assistance. When the crisis was passed
and it was known that the soldier would
live, she questioned him concerning her
husband, and ascertained that he was in
Pennsylvania regiment, having enlist
ed from Pittsburg two years before. She
at once addressed Leffingwell letter,
stating in full her efforts to find him, and
detailing at length her disappointment
and troubles. a PAX an
With the usual perversity of the ar
my mails, that letter never reached its
destination. Mrs. Leffingwell waited
and watched, but still no answer came,
and at length when the war was over,
she set out once moreein search of her
husband. A visit to Pittsburgh reveal
ed the fact that her husbands term of
enlistment had expired long before and
his identity was once more lost She in
serted advertisements in number of
the Pennsylvania papers, calling for in
formation of his whereabouts, and then
set herself again to watch and watt
Time crept slowly OH and still no tidings
of her absent one.
A week ago, when she had given up
all hope of ever seeing her husband
again, she very unexpectedly received
direct information of his place of abode
from one who came across the adver-
| tisement of three years before. The pa
per containing it had, very providential-
ly, escaped the destruction which usual
ly comes upon the dailies of the different
cities, and now was the means of uniting
two persons who for twenty-eight years
had been separated by cruel fate. Our
heroine at once made preparations to go
to her husband, who lives in OF near Gin
cinnati, and who had been apprised of
her coming, She accordingly left Pitts
burgh on Friday morning, and arrived
in Cleveland on the afternoon of the same
day. What was her surprise and pleas
ure on alighting at the Union depot to
procure some refreshments, to be con-
fronted by her husband. For a moment
they stared at each other, and then with
a simultaneous impulse they rushed into
each others arms, all Unconscious of the
gaping crowd, who, with their usual GU
riosity, had paused in their hurry to wit
ness the scene. The years that had sep
arated them, though they had silvered
the heads of each and left lines of care
upon their brows, had not eradicated the
love they bore one another, or torn from
their hearts the memory of the olden
time, before relentless fate had so cruelty
thrust them asunder. The trials of the
past were forgotten in the present joy,
and they took the train for home in
each others company. 1t was while they
were at supper in the evening, happy
only in each other, waiting the departure
of the Cincinnati train, and through the
kind offices of one of the G. and P. r.
r. officials, to whom Mrs. Leffingwell
had revealed part of her history, that
the above was obtained. Though as we
said at the beginning of this article, the
story has the imprint of the romantic
and unreal, we give it as it was given to
us, believing in its tru.hfulness.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18
A MEXICAN AND FOREIGN PATENTS
r. II. EDDY,
SOLICITOR OF PATENTS

- 1S-N
Late Agent of the United States Patent Office, Wash
ington, under the Act of 1887.
No. 81 State St. opposite Kilby ST., Boston.
After an extensive practice of upwards of twenty
years, continues to secure patents in the United
States; also in Great Britain France and other for
eign countries Caveats, Specifications, Bonds As
slgnments and all papers or drawings for Patents
executed on reasonable terms with dispatch RE
searches made into American and Foreign works To
determine the validity and utility of Patents Of In
matters touching the same Copies Of the claims Of
any patent furnished, by renitfirR one doliar a.
signmeents recorded in Washington
No Agency in the United States, possesses superior
patentability Of inventions.
purng eight months, the subscriber, in the course
Of his large practice, made hcice rejected appea
uons, Sixteen Appeals, Every One of which was de-
ciaed IN hts Jdpor by the Commissioners of Patents
TESTIMONIALS.
regard Mr.. Eddy as one of the most cdpoJle and
sneeessfM practitioners of whom have had official
CHARLES MASON, Com'r Of Patents.
Z, nave no hesitation in assuring inventors that
,eorfhy and more capable of putting their applica-
tions in form TO for thot IN carly and fa
vorable consideration at the Patent Office.
EDMUND BURKE, late Com'r of Patents"
cations, in all but One of which patents have been
granted, and that one is now pending. Such unmis-
taxable proof of great talent and ability on his part
leads me TO recommend all inventors TO apply to him
10 procure their Patents as they may be of hav
ing the most faithful attention bestowed on their ca
Boston. Jan. l. 1868. i-52
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18

"A five years old girl of Mrs. Leon
ard of Hudson, Mass, was instantly
killed Monday by the fall of pile OF
lumber about which she was playing.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18
MUSICAL INSTRU CTION.
II MERRILL.

And his daughter, Miss ELLA MERRILL, are
nrenared to give lessons upon the Piano in Professor
Robbins american Method" which comprises IN
We will also give lessons in the old Method IL oe-
sired. :. a., ...nor;.ap Meth
55 "a ms will be admitted to the ''Schumann Club
musical organization which meets once each weeA
for musical Instruction and study. VIII;
p Merrill will give lessons on the Nionh.
Pianos furnished and tuned 40
bellows Falls. Dec. 5, 1866. ~
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18
ia RD w A r E d c,

III A K d W n II II co
The Subscriber has now on hano the iaIs1ss
State consisting of no>,
RITIJDERS' HARDWARE, ALL KINDS; lhoN'
steel, AND NAILS. DOORS. sash
AND BLINDS.
,ru V r,t Circular Hand and Wood Saws; Glass
'i''i' ali sizes; Carriage Hardware, &c.
cs,onors in want of Hardware will find it for their
interest 10 can 'e'Oi' JOSEPH CLARK,
No. /. and 3, Revere Hall
Brattleboro. Jan. l, 1860.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18
BALLS PATENT LEVER SET.
AND DREssMAKINGl

Mrs. L. C, Barker has recently returned from New
YORK with the latest and most Styles o.
M1IsIiINERY and DRESSMAK1NG. FLUTlNG
and STAMPING done to order. Mrs. Barker Is
AGENT for The American Button Hole, Over-Seamlng
and Sewing Machine.
Customers please call and examine. Nortn store
In q ID Grny,s Block.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18

=" Young man, what's the price of
this silk p asked partially deaf old Ia
DIV. "Seven dollars was the reply
"Seyenteen dollars?" exclaimed she !;
"Tll give you thirteen" "Seven dol
lars. ma'am, is the price of the sill" re-
piled the honest shopman. "Oh, seven
dollars!' replied the lady, sharply; "Fll
give you five"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18

Some years ago a gentleman died.
His widow inherited his property and
collected the insurance on his life, and
very soon enlarged, repaired, and fitted
up her residence in quite luxurious
style. A friend calling expressed some
little surprise that she made these nice
arrangements so soon after the decease of
Mr.. "Why shouldn't / do it?" re-
piled the practical relic. My husband,
good man that he was, is enjoying glo-
rious mansion in the skies; and of course
he wishes me to be as comfortable as pos
sible here on earth" Who says that wo-
mans faith was not shown by her works 2
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18

DEATH BED CONFESSION OF A GREAT
CRME.-The New Orleans Picayune re-
lates that some years ago a respectable
young man, the only support of wild
dowed mother and sister, was clerk in a
dry goods store in that city. He fire.
quently assisted the cashier, and one day
a forged note ON the firm for $400, in
in the handwriting of the young man,
was presented at the bank by an un-
known person, and paid. The young
man admitted drawing the check, but
had no recollection of the circumstances,
and could give no explanation. He was
arrested, tried and convicted. His moth
er and sister alone believed in his inno-
cence. Bowed down with shame and
unable to vindicate his honor, he died
shortly after. In less than a year the
bereaved mother died also, and the sis
ter was left to struggle alone for living,
which she obtained by becoming seam
stress. A few days ago lawyer was
called to write the will of man at point
of death In this will he bequeathed his
property to the sister, and embodied in
the instrument a full confession of the
forgery committed eight years ago. He
was the cashier of the firm, now grown
rich. 1t was by his direction the draft
was prepared. Now after the lapse of
eight years atardy reparation is attempt
ed to be made. But it will not restore
life to the dead, or extract the bitter
sting of sorrow and grief SO long en-
dured. 1t is one of the strange events
which make up the story of a life.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18
He FLORENCE SEWING MA
-. f. Merriu

AnnLNT for some of the best Pianos made, such
i Dsessker \ Co.. Hamilton 4 Co. Sherwin Her
q New York, Henry Miller & Bourne OF Bos-
~ any one wanting a frst-rate Piano. at rea-
Il ~ lrice will find il 10 their s.ivsniass 20 con-
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18
From the Cleveland Herald.
A Romance.

A WIFE SPENDS TwENTy-EIGHT YEARS IN
SEARCH FOR HER HusBAND--sHE FINDS
HIM IN CLEvELAND--THE HISTORY OF
HER SEARCH
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18

Late Agent the United States Patent Office, Wash
ington, under the Act of 1887.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1868-12-18

m r. A. l.. PEABODY, Teacher of Piano
and Organ. Address, ~
| i2-2' " Bellows faiis.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
SIXTEENTH vOLUME---NUMBER sos.

with the stock-ofice. Every transac-
ton that has taken place at any time in the Ma
tiona Funds rs clearly and distinctly recorded In
these silent volumes The number of transfers
of Government Stock executed in 1866 was 176,-
000 Each of these transfers requires two alter
ations of existing accounts, the amount transfer
red having to be taken from one account and
placed to a new account. The whole of the work,
however, is carried ON without a single error,
and as dividend after dividend becomes due, the
receives his money with usfailneg
punctuality, and with an accuracy which admits
Of no suspicion doubt.
Another department of great interest is the
library of cancelled notes, which covers an enor-
nous area under the officers of the Bank. These
catacombs are filed with wooden racks, in which
are placed more than 10000 deal boxes of about
one foot in height and breadth and rs inches IN
length. In these boxes or cofhns, lie carefully
packed bundles of assorted notes, and on the out
side are painted certain letters and figures, which
to the officers of these gloomy abodes, tell of the
date and rank of the deceased. These notes
are kept for seven years before being laid away
in this vault, and socomplete is the arrangement,
that any single note, the date and gambler of
which may be known, can be produced in fve
minutes by the person in charge Of this depart
ment. The nominal value of these buried notes,
at the present Time, eXceeuS tuo
actual number of notes being about one hundred
millions. Strange and curious instances of the
longevity of some of these fimsy banknotes are
constantly occurring, and their history, if one
could trace them, would afford abundant mate
rials for romance. One pound notes, which have
long since passed away from circulation in Eng
land, and which are now mainly associated in tho
minds of the people of that country with forgery
and capital punishment, present themselves for
recognition and payment at the average OF about
| two per month. During the thirty years prece-
ding that of the abolition of capital punishment
for forgery, there were not less than SIG con-
victions for this crime, the majority of forgeres
| being of one pound notes, and Of the persons
so convicted 629 were hung in various parts OF
the country. Last year a two pound note, kind
of which a very small number were printed at
the commencement of the present century, pre-
sented itself to claim its long promised two soy
ereigns of gold. Some worn to almost is-
distinguishable rags, the amount of the note has
disappeared, but the date and signature afford
the clue to its Identification in the Bank Ledgers.
The oldest note in the possession of the Bank OF
England is one of 1893. A twenty-five pound
note of more than century old, was presented
short time ago, when it was calculated that the
compound interest on its amount, supposing It 10
have been recoverable, would have exceeded
| $4,000.
1t is right to add that I obtained some of these
statements at the Bank, and some from trust
worthy papers.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
How Gallant Men Meet.

The correspondent of this city who furnishes
the New York Tribune with such purely hctl-
tious picture of the social interchanges OF Gen
Hancock with our citizens, and especially with
prominent ex-Rebels, will doubtless find a new
object for his pen in an incident which occurred
during the holidays. We ask no thanks for sup
plying this very veracious writer with the facts
of this incident. They are as follows:
A few days ago General James Longstreet
called at the residence of Gen. Hancock and sent
in his card Gen. Hancock was then engaged
with some friends, ladies and gentlemen. He
Immediately left them to receive his old army
friend, more recently his foe, but now again his
friend, and after warm greeting, insisted upon
conducting General Longstreet into the parlor
and introducing him to the company there as
sembled. The style of the introduction was SO
peculiar that we reproduce it for the special ben
eft of the malignant Radicals, full justifca-
ton for Their suspicious of General Hancock s
loyalty.
Ladies and gentlemen said General Hancock,
'allow me to introduce to you gallant gentleman,
to whom | am indebted for an ungrateful limp,
and whom | had the misfortune to win In the
same combat
We must add that, although the company was
composed exclusively of ladies and gentlemen
whose sympathies were on the Union side OF the
late war, the incident excited profound and
| most pleasurable sensation, and the two distin
| guished soldiers were regarded with increased
admiration and respect.-N o. Times.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
ALI for the Best.

Alls for the best, be sanguine and cheerful;
Trouble;and sorrow are friends in disguise;
Nothing but folly goes faithless and fearless;
Courage forever is happy and wise;
All for the bcst-if man would but know 1t;
Providence wishes us all to be blest;
This is no dream of the punnit or poet;
Heaven is gracious, and-All's for the best.
Ais for the best! set this on your standard,
Soldiers of sadness, or pilgrim of love,
Who to the shores of despair may have wandered,
Away wearied swallow of heart stricked dove;
All for the best-be man but coniding,
Providence tenderly governs the rest.
And the frail bark of his creatures is guiding,
Wisely and wearily, all for the best
All for the best then fling away terrors,
Meet all your fears and your foes in the van,
And in the midst Of your dangers or errors
Trust like child, while you strive like man;
ALPS for the best! unblessed, undoubted,
Providence reigns from the East to the West
And Ly wisdom and mercy surrounded
Hope and be happy that-AlFs for the best!
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
Horrible Accident in Chattanooga
Tmo Young Ladies Burned to Death.

T,co Young Ladies Burned to Death.
We learn that shocking accident occurred in
Chattanooga, late ON Saturday night, by which
two young and accomplished ladies lost their
lives. 1t appears that Miss Maria Daily had
been spending the afternoon and evening with
Miss Kate Harrington, at the residence Of the
latter About II o'clock, the young ladies re-
turned to Miss Daily's residence, intending to
sleep there. 1t being cold Miss Daily attempted
to start fire in the stove, but the fire not burn
ing briskly enough she procured gallon can Of
coal oil and poured some of the oil into the stove,
In an instant the oil exploded. In another Inc
slant the young ladies, and everything in the
room were in a blaze Miss Daily threw herself
on bed in an adjoining room, but only succeed
ing in setting fire to the bed clothes. She was
soon rescued by the negro attached to the house.
who, alarmed by the screaming rushed in and
bore her out; Miss Harrington rushed out into
the streets, and was Immediately rescued from
the flames by several gentlemen, who had ar
rived on the scene. Both ladies were 30 severe
ly burned that they died on Sunday morning
The bodies of the two unfortunate young la
dies presented revolving appearance. The vic
Tins were highly esteemed in Chattanooga, and
their melancholy fate calls forth universal regret
and sympathy hy.-KnortWe (7enn) Press. and
Hcy1M
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
J. D. PALMER,
EamiIv Grocer & Wine Merchant,

And dealer in all kinds of imported Wines and Spirs
MA Rvc Nouongahela, Bourbon and Cabinet Double
D;s,ilied Whiskey; Domestic Corn and Rye Whiskey;
Peach and Apple Brandy.
JUST RECEIVED THIS DAY:
2 Barrels Sacrament Wine.
Superior Kentucky Cider,
Old Nash county Brandy,
8 Casks India Ale,
2 Barrels London Porter,
IL Crates of Bottles, Flasks, Demjohns and Jugs,
Wood Kegs from to 10 gallons.
also invite the particular attention OF Druggists
70 nv stock of Port, Sherry and Madeira Wine,
Hrsnax and Whiskey bottled especially for Medl-
cinal purposes Ali orders, Wholesale or Retail
solicited and punctually attended to. Constantly on
hand all kinds Of Domestic Spirits on consignment.
speciality made to old N. c. Corn Whiskey'
January q, 1868
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
Beautiful Answers.

A pupil of Able Sieord gaze the following
extraordinary answers:
Q.-What is gratitude?
A.-Gratitude is the memory Of the heart,
Q-What is hopey
A-Hope is the blossom of happiness,
Q-What is the difference between hope and
desire2
A.-Desire is tree in leaf, hope is q tree in
flowers, and enjoyment is a tree in fruit
Q.-What is eternity?
A day without yesterday or tomorrow;
day without end.
Q.-What is time?
A line that has two ends--a path that
begins in the cradle and ends in the grave.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
RAGGED MOney.
Professional Card.

CHARLOTTE, y, c., Jan. !, 1858.
The subscriber is engaged in an office practice at
the New Drug Store corner Trade and College street.
Persons wishing Medical attention can find him at
the above named place at all hours of the day and
until a late hour of the nj ght.
Having been engaged in the practice of Medicine
for about twelve years at his former residence, Eliza
beth CITY n c., hopes to merit share of your
patronage.
RErEREScEs:-R. K. Speed. NJ. D., VIM. G. Pool,
NJ D.. Hon. G. W. Brooks, Hon. John Pool, Eliza
beth City, n. c.
Miller l. Black, John L. Brothers, BENZ jamn Shan
nonhOuse, Charlotte, \. c.
January Is. 1868
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
DENTISTRY.

would respectfully inform the public generally
that am permanently located in Charlotte, n. e.
the purpose of praccing Dentistry In It's various
branches viz: Teeth Examined, Extracted, Cleaned
and Plugged with Gold, Tin or Amalgum, and Artl-
fetal Teeth inserted from one to full set on Gold
Silver or Guttapercha. All diseases of the mouth
skillfully treated.
Having the advantage of many years experience
done in neat and scientific manner as to give en-
tire satisfaction and warranted to stand the test OF
time
OFFICE-Third door West of Charlotte Hotel, Tryon
Street, where can be found between a. m and D
D. M b. S. TRAYWICK, b. D. S.
Charlotte Jan. 90 1868
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04

pensing with his fences as his grass. 1t enriches
poor land. II reclaims worn out land. 1t fat
tens stock in summer and keeps them in winter.
Even hogs live through the winter and fatten on
clover hay. 1t gives abundance of rich milk,
butter, beef, poultry and fat pigs 1t does for a
horse, winter and summer, what corn and fodder
cannot do; and it imparts to a country more
beauty, thrift and comfort than the same amount
of labor and money expended in almost any one
one crop know Of
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
Tan Yard for Rent.

On the 18th day of February next, will publicly
lease to the highest bidder the Tan Yard near David
son College belonging to the heirs of J. B. Johnston
decd and the House and Lot adjoining thereto, for
a term of three or five years. At the same time
will rent portions of the farming lands belonging 10
said estate The leasing will be made at the resi-
dence of the undersigned at twelve o'clock. The
Leaser win be required to give bond and approved
security with interest from date and to keep the
premises in good repair ,on,-sron
1 o7 1868 2wpd Guardian.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04
EXCELSIOR.
The Etna Life Insurance Company,
(Col E. A. OSBORNE, Agent at Charlotte

Has proved itself to be one of the solid Institutions
of this country. 1t was Chartered in May 1919,
than 4S years ago, and has survived ana
ourshed until January, 1868, after paying all losses
promptly, and to the large amount OF Sl|
and at the Office of the General Agent in Raleigh has
been paid $50, 900 to widows and orphans IN the
The Official Record for the year 1867 is gratifying
to the $4,000 policy holders.
Income for the gear past, S5,0OS,0O0
1ssets sceN Secured, 100000
Ne,c 1LnuIcrs hsurc1. 10000
The rapid growth of this institution shows that
where it is well known and it's system of operations
understood it is favorite and highly favored Com
pany The Officers and Managers have neither the
time taste to notice some of the unjust and mall
cious attacks made by one or two rival Companies.
By referring to the Report of the Insurance Com
missioners of Massachusetts, it will be seen that the
.Etnas ratio per cent OF expenses OF cost OF ne"
business is less than that of any ether Company );
and that the ratio per cent of increase In assets is
greater than any other Company, and more than
times the average of the AZ Companies reported
By Insurng in the Etna you get nearly twice the
amount of insurance for the same amount OF money
that you would by insuring in all Cash Company
For instance man has just 500 to spare annually
for Life Insurance and no more. He wants II 10 buy
all the insurance he can possibly get IN hrst class
Company 1t buys So, 600 in an all Cash Company
and $4,000 from Note Company go per cent note.
Now suppose the dies the first year, his family
gets S. 600 from an all Cash Company, and $4,000
from Note Company-Note being deducted. s. L.
of Knston N: c., insured in the 1Etna in 1863 for
$4,000 He paid in cash $1G6 and note Sl66 A
few months after he died and his family received
$4,000 less his note. Here will state only one
note is deducted from the Policy: Had he insured
| in an all Cash Company and paid $l66 his family
| would have received only $1,000. This shows
difference of nearly $4,000 in favor of the 1Etna
| Persons contemplating insurance will find it to
their interest to investigate the advantages of the
| Eth, w. ii. CROW,
| Office Raleigh, n. c., Gen'l Ag't for the State
| Col. T.. A. Osborne,
| Local Agent at Charlotte, N. C
| January 27 1868 5w
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-02-04

A lady who had two children sick With
measles wrote to friend for the best remedy.
The friend had just received a note from another
lady, inquiring the way to pickle cucumbers In
the confusion the lady who inquired about the
pickles received the remedy for the measles, and
the anxious mother Of the sick children with
horror read the following: "Scald them three
or four times in hot vinegar, and sprinkle them
with salt and in very few days they will be
cured