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Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
An Incident in the Early Life of Gen.
Grant.
BY HIS FATHER.

We wish our readers to distinctly un-
derstand that we are not so partial to our
nominees for the Presidency that we can
not see some good traits in the history and
character of General Grant. The follow
ing incident of Hiram, in his youthful
days, furnished to the world, and made
public through the New York Ledger by
his father, will strike the reader at glance
that the boy Hiram U. was an inquisitive
cuss and always had propensity for
hanging on to good thing, as the sequel
will show in the following incident.-
Hiram's father says: ...
"One morning in the early part Of the
month of June, when Ulysses was about
twelve years old, had COW which de-
sired to have driven to neighbor's place
about two miles away. As it was impor-
tant that the COW should be driven over at
that particular time, / called Ulysses, who
was out back of the house digging fish
worms preparatory to going fishing. Ulys-
ses answered What?" | told him
wanted him. He asked What for -
| told him to help drive the COW away
He wanted TO know What / wanted the
cow driven away for!" | relate this to
show that even in earl life he was never
willing TO undertake anything without
fist understanding what was TO be done,
but also knowing the reason why it shoull
be done So he turned all the other cat
tie out into the lane which led to the pas
tnre, and then turned the COW out into the
road and started her 10 the right direction.
She acted very wild at first and tried
hard to get by US and 90 to the yard
But alter we had driven her about eighty
rods, she walked along so well that Ulys-
ses thought he could drive her alone, and
/ let him. | do not think had been in
the house longer than five minutes when
on looking ont of the window, | saw the
COW coming back towards the house at a
furious rate, with Ulysses holding on TO
her tail. How the boy held on has always
been a wonder TO me. | do not think he
touched the ground oftener than once in
twenty feet His hat was off, and bis
hair was streaming 10 the wind. Just in
front of the house was mud hole in the
road, which ha1 long Intended, but as
long neglected, to fill up. Coming 10 that
the COW made an awful leap, actually jerk
ing away from Ulysses, and he tell head
long into the mud. He was completely
submerged, so great was the force with
which he fell. He was so much ont of
breath, that he could scarcely extr cate
himself alone, so | went to his assistance.
He was indeed, in sorrowful plight. Not
only were his clothes, completely covered,
but his eyes, nose, mouth filled with mud.
| asked Ulysses what this really meant
lie said the COW tried to run by him, AMI
he tried to head her off, bat could not
stop her, so. as she passed him, be grab
bed hold o: her tail. | only Relate this
incident TO show the bnll dog piu k AMI
tenacity with which Ulysses always held
on when he got hold of good thing"
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19

gThe papers are teeming with ac-
counts of outrages committed on inoffending
citizens of the South by negroes instigated,
and often lead on, by the black republican
carpet baggers and scalawags who have
gone there under the protection of the Bu-
reau and bayonets.
Not a single radical paper had condemn
ed these lawIess proceedings. No radical
orator has condemned them.
Let but single kinky hair, of one ofthe
coIored brethren, be straightened out, aud
one universal howl goes up about the "rebel
outrage"
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
MASS MEETING.

AT meeting of conservative citizens of
Wyoming County, held at the office of r.
II. Little, on Monday. evening Aug. 17lh
1868, called for the purpose of considering
the question of holding a mass meeting OF
the conservative citizens of Wyoming
County; during the present Presidential
canvass. Il. r. Little was elected chair
man, and o. L, Parrish, Secretary of said
meeting, whereupon it was unanimously
Resolred, That a meeting of the conservative cit
izens of said County be held at Tunkhaunock, at
such point shall be decided upon by the Committee
of arrangements on the 18th day Of Sept. next in
the afternoon and evening.
Hon. j. V. Smith was appointed a COM
mittee to correspond in reference to speak
ers upon the occasion. On motion, l.. C.
Conklin, 0. L. Parrish, W. F. Terry,
Carl Henniger and j. p. Loderick were
appointed as a committee of arrangements.
On motion the following named gentle
men we're chosen As a committee in refer
ence to attendance, viz.
HAMLET HILL Braintrim,
HENRY NEwcoMB, Clinton,
T. ID. HEADLY, Exeter
Wm. BENEDICT, Eaton,
RILEY SICKLER, Falls,
HIRAM IIITCHCoCK, Forkston,
MILES AVERY, Lemon,
{. L. VAUGHN, Mehoopany,
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
Radical Extravaganza.

Since the month OF June 1865, more
than taOeLve hundred millions of dollars
have been collected from the people of this
country, yet we have increased our indebt-
edness instead of diminishing it. just
think of it tax payers. There has been
perfect peace all over the land, and no
necessity for any expense, except what is
ordinarily required for ehe cost of govern
ment. Yet the Radical party has in some
way managed TO dispose of this vast sum
of money, besides running US many mil
lions into debt. IF this extravaganza con.
tnucs, how long will it be until the gov
ernmcDt utterly fails from sheer poverty !?
How long can the people bear such bur-
den and how are we to hope for de-
crease of the vast debt upon which we
pay interest, if our expenses continually
exceeds our income we hope every
brdy will think serious y over the finan-
cial danger which threatens us with ruin
for We have come to point when such a
danger is very iminent, and if the policy
of the Rump Congress is continued, it
will not be long until it is fully upon US.
No man who thinks the subject over,
and takes into consideration all the cir
crmstances, can come to any other con-
clusion than that we are being most
shamefully robbed by the party in power.
The amount of money, raised from taxa
tion and from the sale of government
bonds ip the past three years could never
have been honestly disposed of in so short
a time. 1t is high time the people were
opening their eyes on this subjcct.-Belle-
fonte Watckman.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19

gAn ignorant specimen of a radical
anteater gravely informed us, that he was
against Seymour because he got up riot
in N. Y. City"
Of course we didn' attempt to undeccive
the stupid creature, by telling him how
Seymour put dorm riot which Stanton
and his his dishonest Provost Marshals
got up. We had not forgotten the injunc-
ton as TO casting pearls before that breed
of animals.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
BLACK REPUBLTCANISM AT A DISCOUNT IN
WYOMING COUNTY.

The following note handed US for pub
lication speaks for itself, and shows unmis-
takabIy, how the wind is blowing in this
region.
To THE EDITOR OF THE WYOMING DErocRAT.-
Having been nominated by the late Republican
Convention its candidate for the Office of reasur-
er of Wyoming County, 1 desire to tender my
thanks to said Convention for this token of It's es-
TEEN, but most respectfully decline the acceptance,
of nomi notion at the hands of party with which
have no longer any sympathy, and with which
have therefore ceased to act
FLETCHER DICKSON.
Tunk. Aug, H. 1868.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
Y. SMITH.
Chairman Standing Committee.

The REASON wHY.--The reason why
the British journals are almost unanimous
in the opinion that the Democratic uoni-
nees for President and Vice President will
be defeated, can be found in the fact that
Sl69,OO0 in gold left New York on Thurs
day last to pay interest on the bonds of
the United States held by their readers.
In the event of Grants election this state
of affairs will be continued hut if the tax
payers, or, in other words the people de-
eide in favor of Seymour, the allies of the
Radicals in Europe will be compelled to
take the same kind of money the laborer
receives as remuneration for the 'sw eat
OF bis brow Do you mind that, now !
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19

OF the able and unretiring efforts of our
counsel we cannot speak in too high
praise. To the people of Georgia, and
especially to our good friends in Atlanta,
we return our sincere thanks for their
sympathy and assistance.
w. ID. Chipley, &C. Bedell, r. A.
Wood, E. j. Kirksccy, M. D. r. Hudson,
J. L Wiggins, AIva G. Roper, w. A.
Duke, j. w. Barber.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19

sg Old Thad. Stephens had only endor-
sed part of the Democratic Platform, and
was therefore only about half prepared to
debut, "Givc the Devil his due"
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19

g Arms give us arms !" is the cry
of the carpet baggers. wait till next No
vember, and in the general and precipitate
rush of the radicals towards Salt river,le
will be more in .mand than arms.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
Cough Syrup & Candy.

Coughs. Colds, Difficulty OF Bresth'
ing, Splitting of Blood, ConSump-
ti0n. and all affections Of the Lunya
The afflicted can rely upon its doing
as much or more than any other
remedy, in soothing the nerves, fa-
expectoration, and heal
ing the diseased Lungs, thus striS.
ing at the root of the disease and
eradieating it from the system. All
ask is a trial of this Preparation,
as il has no equal, and never fails 10
give entire satisfaction TO al who
use it.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
AT BRAINTRIM,
ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

Whereas, letters of administration on est",
Ebenezer Parrish late of the township OF MOI"
deceased, have been granted to the subscriber,
persons indebted to the said estate are requeS ,.
make immediate payment, and those h%Nn-
mands against the estate of the said decedeu., a
make known the same duly authenticated WIN VIZ
delay. JOHN K. fAhN.',,
Monroa AshF A. VA anAaMR
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19

HIS CHARAcrER.-Many of the Radical
organs are now suffering the pangs of in
digestion, in eating their own words, spok-
en- of Grant before he was their candidate.
Then they uttered their real opinions; now
they sing the set chorus of the party. In
this matter the Tribune lately called the
attention Of the Times to some Of its old
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
liz f PU TION!
AN HONEST MAN LEAVES THE COR
RUPT PARTY.

DON'T WANT OFFICE OR HONOR FROM SUCH
SOURCE.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
RHEUMATIC REMEDIES.

A certain cure for Chronic and In
fiammatory Rheumatism. II Is en-
tirely free from all poisonous sub
stances; it Is not injurious TO the
health; it cleanses the system; II
purifies the Blood: it eradlca'es
disease. To be used with the Rheu-
matte Ointment. Full directions &c
company each bottle and box.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
SELECT SCHOOL.

II. E. WATKINS would respect fully annouh'' =.
the Public that he will open Select School IL -
Union Institute.
AT BRAINTRIM,
On Monday, Sept. 7, lS6S, to continue r'~, e,r',
weeks. Good board can be procured IN I'm I'm,
reasonable rates, or rooms can be rented y E-f
desiring to board themselves.
Terms from 50 TO S5.
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
'.HSss-s.---.EssE
Iel.E Sfss
BLOOD PURIFIER.
Medical Testimony in Favor of Upham
Fresh Meat Cure.

DIR. G W. Blaydes, of Jericho, Kentucky uni''
date of Aug. 26. says II have used up the ook
Fresh Meat Cure. purchased of you some J."
weeks ago. and confess it has surpassed anylnDs
I b ave ey er tried in consumption" Consumpt"eA
try .Upham's Ere sh Meat Cure If You have a%
passed too far into the valley and shadow OF dsan
i: will cure you. Sold by Lyman L Wells, IanA'
hapnock, and all druggists.
vSnllw
Wyoming democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co., Pa.) 1867-1940, 1868-08-19
SANATIVE CERATE,
Cholera Curate,

For Dysentery, Cholera Morbus
Bowel Complaints, Cramp Collie,
Nervous, Bilious and Sick Head
ache, Sour Stomach, Dyspepsia
Neuralgia, Fever and Asue. Gods
and Cold Chills, Spotted Fever, d<-
New-York tribune., 1868-04-07
CONNECTICUT.

Returns from every County, and from most
of the townships of Connecticut, show an ag-
grogate vote considerably increased over that
of last year, mainly by enormous naturalization
in the cities and larger manufacturing towns,
hy which last years majorities for English
are slightly enlarged. These. however, are at
least balanced by almost uniform RepuDhcan
gains in the rural townships, so that En-
glisll's majority, in spite OF the increased
vote, is not greatly increased over that
of last year-it may reach about 1900; the
rest of the Democratic State ticket probably
runs still lower. AS the Democratic major
tiles thus obtained are necessarily piled up IN
a few restricted localities, it is inevitable
that last years Republican maiorties in the
Senate and House have been maintained,
and, if our latest dispatches are correct even
increased, insuring the choice of Republican
March next, in place of James DirOn (John-
sonized).
The Republicans of Connecticut have fought
gallantly and done nobly. They have not car
ried every thing at this trial, and they had
good reason to apprehend that they would not.
With GRANT at their head next November,
their triumph cannot be doubtful. Naturaliza-
ton must now be done up for at least two
years ahead and nothing can prevent steady
increase of Republican strength henceforward
TO the Presidential election. Organize at once,
friends, for the November struggle!
New-York tribune., 1868-04-07

a - y.
Republicans OF Mexico could not really afford
to shoot Maximilian. believed that the Re-
publicans of this country could not afford. after
he had lain two years in prison, to try, convict,
and execute Jefferson Davis; still less could
they afford to make the attempt and fail. Had
he been executed, believe his death would
have been bloodily avenged on thousands oil
unoffendng Unionists, especially Blacks, and
would have made thousands Of votes for the
common cause of Rebellion and Sham Dem
ocracy. Had the Republicans been beaten in an
earnest attempt to convict and hang him,
think the consequences would have been differ
ent, but equally balefrll.
These convictions were not lightly formed
acted on very full consideration; and nave
seen no reason either to change my views OF
regret my action. / was quite aware that my
act would be censurcd and my motives I'M
pugned. The clamor actually roioed somewhat
transcribed my expectations, alike in It's ex-
tent and its fiercencss; but L attributed this
in part to rivalry in business. and patiently
waited for the gale to exhaust itself.
If my recollection Is not at fault, most OF
the Republican journals of Connecticut, includ-
ing those of stateliest pretensions, were promi-
nent in thus assailing and denouncing me.
think full proportion Of the orders to have
THE TRIBUNE stopped, because OF my action
aforesaid, came from your State. And, even so
late as last January, received thence an insult
ing message, puIportjng that, since had sold
out to jeff Davis, my paper was no longer
wanted.
OF course, do not question the superior ga
gacity of those who so yoCiferously condemned
me. Say that they saw further and more clearly
than did, the manner in which they demon
strated their astuteness is still open to discus
sion. But am not complaining OF this, nor OF
anything. Acting always, in matters OF Opln-
ion, as | see fit, | accord the same liberty to
Others Yet il has seemed to me unadySablc,
in view of the facts above glanced at, that
should, at this late hour of the canvass, allow
your struggle to be complicated with any ques-
ton personal to myself. So long as | stay at
home, content to do my best as journalist to
insure your success | cannot well be charged
with doing you any harm; but, were to ap-
pear among you as a speaker, it might he that
some of the calm, sagacious patriots who last
Nav threatened to vote thenccfOrth the Cop
perhead ticket to attest their adherence of my
"bailing jeff. Davis" might choose to put their
threats into execution. When one sets ont to
act like fool, it is difficult to forecast the
limits of his folly.
In the earnest hope that your struggle will
result next Monday in decisive Republican
triumph, remain,
Yours truly, HORACE GREELEY.
JonN TwEEDY, esq. Danbury, Conn
New-York tribune., 1868-04-07
MEXICO.

THE ORDER BANIsHING FOREIGNERS WHO
SERVED CNDER THE EMPIRE MODIFIED
BRIGAEDAGE NCREASING-REYoLUTIoNA AP-
PRETENDED.
HAVANA, April G.-Late Mexican papers con-
tain the following items OF news:
new line OF steamers js about TO be established be-
tween the Mexican ports on the Pacific coast by Wolf
Co. =, - 49,
Tho Mexican Congress has voted an appropriation Of
over half million dollars monthly for the support OF the
army and 200 has been voted monthly for the defense
OF the interior towns against the Indians.
The wife Of Mr.. Ssulnier the American Consul, had
been robbed by brigands.
GEN Negrede has pronounced against the Government.
The order banishing foreigners from Mexico who have
served under the Empire has been modified so as TO ad
NIT of the continued residence Of those who give proofs
" The DeodeIdes Company OF bankers m the city Of
Mexico have failed. The liabilities are estimated 70
amount TO 81 OOOO0 They connected with the We
known fnancier Jecker Of Paris.
Bull fights have been prohibited In Zacatecas.
Life and property in the Provinces and on tne roaus
were becoming daily and more insecure III cohSe
ouence OF the Increasing brigandage. ,
condition Of the whole country was precarlou anu
revolution was momementarily apprehended A., o.
The case OF the English steamer which was nreu upon
for smuggling before the courts ana hao ho' Se'
been decided. -, % ,sor,,n,ora from,
HayH
New-York tribune., 1868-04-07
LATEST GENERAL NEUS
lBy Telegraph |

lby Teegspel
yirginias Convention adjourns this week.
Lawrence Hengst, who shot himself, died
IN Cincinnati on Saturday
The schooner Flying Cloud sailed from
Toronto yesterday with cargo for oswego.
One of the Mclean Asylum buildings In
somerville, Mass. was burned yesterday morning.
The ice on the st. Lawrence River moved
Yesterday, The canal is open at Montredi.
Four of the rng-leaders of the Midlothian
Coalpts disturbance have been taken TO EiehuOna "'
trial =
On Sunday, off Ayondale, on the Potomac;
- negroes were drowned by the swamping oi smA"
boat In gale ..
The Golden Age sailed from San Fran ran
CISCO yesterday with $4,000 in treasure FOR Ne"fo'
and $500 barrels OF Hour
The steamer Rothesny Castle left Port
Hope Canada, yesterday for Rochester, on her res~
trips for the season. .
Jacob Hanscom, Warden of the Cambrldge, r.,
(Mass) Aims House. was fatally pea'eD W 0"' VI WV
mates en- Saturday ,u
Mr.. Joseph Jewell's dwelling in Warner,
~ IT was burned Yesterday morning. An idle,ie V~
perished In the flames. =,
lanes Kingston. hy-goods merchant,
was arrested in Montreal yesterday on enarSe " "
gerry TO a largo amouh" -, =, II
The Msscomy House, at Enfield. N. H.,
ownaJ and occupied by j. B. Valentine. was posoe" W
sunday night Loss seOOo' -, .....,,
Girl was fatally burned while pouIins
coal oIl on nre last evening, in Mr. r. o. Mora's "'-
sion, in NASHVILLE r.olt
.McFaul, who was on trial in PIesSo,as, -,
Grand Trunk Railway discharged from o"''"'
yesterday. Al.
Mr.. II. r. Linderman, Director OF n,s a,o
United States Mint is prepared TO exchahge sn.a Srs.
and nicksIcopper coins for United States nHef "'
" asS>xsssss ssla}Sia-As sAsS
New-York tribune., 1868-04-07

An evening paper thinks that because we have
demonstrated that the Tenure of Office law ap-
plies to the case of Secretary Stanton, and for
bids his removal, therefore President Wade
would be compelled to retain in office Secreta-
ries Seward, McCulloch, Welles, Randall, and
Browning, until the end of Mr.. Lincoln's term.
BY no means. The Tenure of Office law only
forbids the removal of any officer "without the
"adyice and consent of the Senate" 1t was
not the Tenure-of- Office law alone, but in con-
nection with the refusal of the Senate to give
its advice and consent, which prevented the re-
moval Of Edwin n. stsntop. In the cars ei
New-York tribune., 1868-04-07
the other Cabinet officers, the Senate may, In
the event of Mr.. Wade succeeding to the fresi-
dency consent TO n change.
EYCISP ACITN

The Democrats of the New-York Legislature
are not satisfied with their Rum record. They
drove the Republicans to The wall, insisting on
a fat repeal of all the Excise law or nothing.
They knew the other side would not consent;
but when they came down to the city with
protestations of sorrow that the Republicans
blocked the way to m0dlncation, they
found disapprobatlon instead OF applause {;
they found their constituents loud In de-
nunciation of their extreme course. Ihey
were asked, "Why not take half a loaff why
"not concede little when claiming much by
"your extravaganza you doom us to another
a. year of restriction, when proper disposition
"to give and take would have secured Tor
Gus nearly all we asked.n Now, at the
heel of the session, when it is almost certainly
too late one of the Senators proposes modi-
fed bill, but embracing certain points that he
knows will not be conceded. This bill will be
thrown out, or silently passed over and the
Brooklyn patriot will come home with
flourish of trumpets as martyr In the cause
of free toddy, all by reason OF the bigotry OF
the Republican party. Let him make the most
of it his special friends, the large dealers in
the prohibited article, have watched the course
Of the party in this business, and know
that notifications deemed important TO
their business might have been secured Ii
the Democracy had not considered the odium
of full restriction so strong card 10
play against the Republican party next No.
vember, that it would be votes for their SIDE
to keep tho restriction pressure uD to tine
highest point. Holding these views, the Demo-
cratic leaders have not submitted, nor will
they submit any bill, unless they are morally
certain that it will fail. Nay, if the original
sweeping restriction had been ordered to
third reading in the Senate, we feel sure that
on the final vote it would have been defeated
by the New-YOrk and Brooklyn members
The action of the party upon the purely social
question of free rum or restriction, S-llke
their action on nearly every question be-
fore the people-inspired and directed by a
single motive, viz: Will the proposed course
result in bringing us votes Will it not be
more to our advantage to keep up the strin-
gent license law, of course charging the out
rage upon the Republicans, than to submit to
modification which may show that the Re-
publcans are not so exacting as VIC have rep
resented them to be ? We promised to work
faithfully for modification but why should
we keep promise when we can gain point
by breaking it In any event we can throw
tho blame upon the other party, relieve our
selves of responsibility for an unpopular busl-
ness, and
Whether Cassie kill him. or he kill Cassie
Either way makes our gain
New-York tribune., 1868-04-07

Gov. Fenton sent to the Senate last evening
a veto of the bill apprOpriatiDg $25O,OOO in aid
of the Whitehall and Plattsburgh Railroad.
The Governor has no doubt that the people
would in time OF prosperity sanction moderate
State aid to meritorious corporate enterprises
but in time when they are restive under OK
cessiye debt and taxation, he feels that it
would be impolitic to grant aid to all the rail
ways that have applied to this Legislature
and as the Plattsburgh and Whitehalrs claims
are based on no stronger grounds than are
those of nine other railway corporations, whose
aggregate demand is for $2,375,000, the Gov
ernor vetoes the bill.