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Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1868-12-23

BEAVERS HELPING TO BUILD A RAIL-
RoAD.-The books tell queer stories about
the beaver. The newspapers now tell this
story about Mr.. Sharptooth " The beavers
are at work for the Union Pacific Railroad.
DR.. A. Burnham, who has the contract for
getting out ties and floating them down
the Laramie River from the mountains to
the track at Wyoming. found it necessary
to rebuild dams at different points. Par
ties were set at work erecting the dam sew
eral days ago, and when the men left their
work at night, beavers b gan where they
left off, and continued working throughout
the night, doing a vast amount of work in
satisfactory manner. Not only this, but
in two or three instances where breaks had
occurred they repaired them in the most
workmanlike manner. The amount of la
Dor already performed by them is worth
hundreds of dollars to the contractor"
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1868-12-23

An interesting anecdote is told of the
distinguished scientific sarsn, Professor A.
D. Bache. Several years ago, as a result
OF numerous and costly experiments upon
radiant heat, he completed group of cu-
rious instruments, most difficult and deli
cate of construction. In passing through
his study one day in his absence his mother
caught the skirt of her dress in the leo of
the standard and brought the whole to the
ground. Overwhelmed by the misfortune.
she left his wife to tell the story. AS
Professor B. heard it he stood for a mo-
ment as if paralyzed, then went out into
the open air, as if to get his breath. and
came back five minutes after serene and
pleasant In his own family he never
spoke OF the matter again, but to an ;nti.
mate friend he said. For FIVE minutes /
did not love my mother.'
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1868-12-23
THE RING AND THE Book,
Spring

The RING AND THE Book. Spring
field Republican thus notices this book:
Decidedly the most fascinating book of the
season is Brownings novel in blank verse,
which he calls The ling and the Book, and
of which one voiume is just published by
Fields, Osgood & Co. Its fascination con-
sists in several distinct things that are sell
dom found united in English book. In
the first place it is a novel; tho word de-
scribes it far better than if we called 1T
poem it is founded on an outrageous crime,
and so partakes Of the nature of a tragic
play it turns on the judicial investigation
of the murderer, which always proves at
tractive to human curiosity; and it is writ
ten in puzzling, enigmatic style like the
most of Browning's poems 50 that the
reader has novel tragedy, poem, newspaper,
criminal calendar. enigma and Italian sketch
book all in one For the story is all about
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1868-12-23

murder committed in Rome, at the end of
the seventeenth century, when Innocent the
Twelfth was pape-and it is drawn from an
old book that Browning found land tells how
he found it) in book tall at Florence. The
manner of telling it is peculiar. First the
poet, IN his prologue, goes over it. in l4l6
lines then the gossip of d" HalfRome -
tells IN I54I lines then 90 the other Half
Rome gives its version in 1904 lines then
the g quality OF Rome give it in 1859 lines ::
then the murderer himself, Count Guido
tranceschini, in 2055 lines then the Canon
Caponsacchi frees his mind in 2082 lines -
and there volume first ends. But in the sec
ond volume, P0mplia, the heroine, and the
lawyer at the trial, and the pope himself, 20
over the ground again, and finally the mur-
derer, about to be executed, makes his last
plea for life. BY a little ciphering it will
appear that the first volume contains nearly
10000 lines of blank verse if the second
Is as long, we shall have upwards of %, 900
lines in the whole work. Among these the
most have no more than prose character :;
they are the g mere talk : of Horace but
there are many lines and long passages even
OF high poetic beauty many also of great
condensation and force, many witty and hu-
morous. and many grotesque; such being
the variety OF Brownings genius. We have
no space tor quotations to-day, and il is hard
to quote from such an author so as to give
any sample of his quality. Suffice it to say
that the whole should be read, not as an
easy task, but with the whole attention of
the mind; and when you have finished it,
you will say, not that Browning is the great
est poet, or dramatist, since Shakespeare, but
that he certainly has wonderful power III
ways that few poets, his predecessors, have
had. He lacks, to be sure, the crowning
grace and melodious effect of the highest art,
but he has much skill in the passions, SO
much knowledge of the hearts of men, that
no one can really read him without being
fascinated. 1t Is pity he made his story
SO long, when it would have been twice as
good if half were lef! out.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1868-12-23
TERMS FOR ADVERTISING.

For enc Square OF II lines or less Of Nonpereh
type one insertion, 100; for each subseQuens IN
sertion IS cents. Unless the number Of Insertions
are marked the advertisement il VIII be continu.
I'd till ordered out Liberal discount made 10 me1
chants and others advertising by the year.
Probate and Commissioners Notices t200 each.
For notices of Liberations, Estrays, the Forma.
ton and Dissolution OF Copartnerships, &C.. el5o
each, for three insertions. If sent by man tne
money must accompany the letter.
Notices in news columns, 10 cents per line eacn
insertion but charge made OF less than % cents
Notices Of Deaths and Marriages inserted GRATIS
hut extended Obituary Notices or Poetry VIII %
charged by the rate Of five cents per lihe.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
Tho Presidential Plcttings and Schemes
in Washington.

We learn from our special Washing
ton correspondence, published to-day,
that the politicians at the capital, both
male and female, black and white, are at
work earnestly to make the next Presi-
dent. Mr.. Chase is in the ascendant on
the Radical side. The politicians of all
grades and colors flock around him.
They gather at his house, and his charm
ing daughter is the center Of attraction.
The fashionable women are as busy at
work as the men in improving the Chief
Justice chances for the presidential race
and in disposing of rival candidates.
Grant is losing ground fast, and the
Chase party think they have a splendid
foundation to begin upon in the African
ICED States of the South and the univer-
sal negro vote being for their candidate.
Reconstruction, the war upon the Presi-
dent, the Stanton-Grant affair in the
War Department, financial questions and
everything else, whatever is done or left
undone, all turn upon the Presidential
question. The conflict has commenced
Il earnest, ard = desperate one !. vi! BE-
At present Chase and the negro are up
permost; the white man is down. We
shall see whether this state Of things
will be reversed next November.-Neio
York Herald
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
TFSSEE SATURDAY EVENING" JANUARY % 1868 NO. l24.

The lady picked il up, and on the
outside these words:
"The last will and testament Of Hiram
Hardy"
For a littlo while she could only
weep and tremble soon she found
words.
"Uncle," she said, "in the name Of
my husband, and my dear children, i
thank you from my soul. Does he hear
me, Jessie"
"Yes; he mods and smiles" said the
girl. :, =, j.,
"will you let me see you, uncle p said
Mrs. Culverton.
"He has gone" said the girl. "He
has kissed his hand and gone"
And so he had, for good for from that
moment he was never seen again by
mortal eyes.
Nobody believed the story of his ap-
pearance. But the will bad been discov-
cred, without doubt, and the Culvertons
were no longer in danger of expulsion
from their old home. There they lived
and died, and Jessie remained until she
married; and all her life received every
kindness from the family, who were in
debted to her singular popularity toi
their comfort and happiness.
Whether Uncle Hiram's spirit really
came back to earth or not, is question;
but Mrs. Culverton always asserts that /,
did, and quarrels with every one who
ventures to doubt the assertion.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
How Stanton Took Possession.

The mode by which Mr.. Stanton took
possession again Of the War Department,
and as it appears contrary to express
pledges made to the President, is thus
described by the National htelligencer:
At nine o'clock on Tuesday last, Gen.
Grant came to the War Department as
usual, and, after arranging some papers,
locked the door of the private Office OF
the Secretary of War, and, taking the
key with him, proceeded to the head
quarters of the army, nearly opposite to
the War Department About halfpast
ten o'clock Mr. Edwin M. Stanton ap-
peared at the War Department, and pro-
ceeded Immediately to the office usually
occupied by the Secretary of War. Find
ing the door locked, he took seat in the
ante room, where he was the recipient
of many warm congratulations from
Senators and members of the House OF
Representatives, who had assembled ap-
parently TO see what would take place.
Upon the arrival Of Mr.. Stanton, Gen.
Dent, the Acting Adjutant General of
Gen. Grant as Secretary of War ad an
terim, hurried over to the Headquarters
of the Army to inform Gen. Grant of the
fact, and TO obtain the key to the Secre-
tarys office. In few minutes he re-
turned, and placed the key in the hands
of Adjutant General Townsend, who, in
sort of "present arms" style, de-
lirered it up to Secretary Stanton.
As soon as the reinstated Secretary
was fairly ensconced in his office, the
Radical members of the Tennessee dele
CATION in Congress waited upon him in
a body to present their congratulations,
and to ask him to use his influence to
continue the operations of the Freed
mems Bureau in the States of Tennessee
and Kentucky after the 10Th of February
next, at which time, by order of the
President, it ceases in those States Mr..
Stanton replied, that so long as he had
any power, he would use it to protect
the weak, and would do his best to have
the request carried out He further
stated that it would be few days before
matters would commence TO run right in
his office.
As the Tennessee delegation were
Withdrawing, they were met by General
Grant in the hall After exchanging
salutations with them and General How
ard, who was present, and expressing
satisfaction at the'action of the Senate
in restoring Mr.. Stanton, he walked to-
ward the Seeretary's Office, when the
latter appeared at the door and shook
the General warmly by the hand, and
both passed in.
1t is understood that General Grant
and Mr. Stanton were closeted together
on Monday evening, after the passage of
the Senate resolution.
During the interview between General
Grant and Mr.. Stanton, General Dent
transferred his desk TO General Pelonze,
who had occupied it during the latter
part of Mr.. Stanton's former sdministra-
tion of the Department, and General
Hardie gave up his position to General
| Shriver.
At few minutes past three o'clock an
order was issued by Mr.. Stanton, in
forming the employees of the War De-
partment that he (Mr. S. bad again taken
possession of the portfolio of the War
Office.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
saturday, the a5th of January, 1865,
TRUST SALE.

DY VIRTUE OF A DEED OF TRUST EX'
~ ecuted to mo ON the 18th day of January,
1861, by Pierre Racquet, t. secure the payment
of three certain promissory notes. made by the
said Pierre Bacquet, in favor of joseph Etche
varne, and due resnectively on the 9TH day Of
May Of the years 1851 1852 and 1895 sad DEED
of Trust is recorded in the Registers ONCE
Shelby county, in book No. 46, pages SSs. SS9
and.340, and the said Pierre Bacquet having
filled TO pay bis said note falling on the 9th day
Of MAY. 1853. / will expose and sell at public
auction, on tho 30th day Of January. 1865, at
The southeast corner Of Court Square, FOX
C8SH, 10 the highest bidder, the following
described lots of ground, to-wit: Lots No, zi,
% and %. as marked and described on Flippin 8
Plan the subdivision Of lots below Fort PICK,
ering, and lying between S. NJ. Wheaton's and
NascarO's and severally fronting 80 feet on the
Horn Lake road, and lot g cornering on VIII
kerson's avenue, and severally running back
$50 fest 10 an allev. Equity of redemption
specia ly waived. Title believed TO be good,
but convey only as Trustee.
go-I2S Trustee.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

A PRUssIAE tradesman has resorted to
an ingeniNs system of cheap advertising,
which almost equals some of the modes
practiced in America. He sent case
of cheese to the Second Prussian Cham
Der, with petition that the House would
subject his cheese to an examination,
and then declare its opinion whether his
cheese was not able to compete with all
other cbeeses in the World. As the petit
ton was referred aud reported on, all
the newspapers which publish reports Of
the proceedings advertised this cheese
gratuitously.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

George Graves, one Of the party Of six
who undertook to maltreat a new student
named Brown, at the Amherst Agricultu-
raj College, Massachusetts,, the other
night, and was badly cut with a chisel.
is still in a critical condition, and there
is but a small chance Of his recovery.
The others will get well. President
Clark fully indorses the course pursued
By young Brown, the intended victim,
and in reward Of his bravery has pre-
senied him a scholarship, the annual in
come Of which is $204
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

Rev. HENRY c. POTTER, son of Bishop
Alcnzo Potter, nephew of Horatio Pot
ter, and grandson of DR.. Mott, has just
accepted "call to the pastorate of
Grace Church, New York The call "
was one ofthe loudest of which the Epis-
copal Church is capable, embracing the
offer of the finest parsonage in America,
and salary of $4,000 year. The
fortunate parson is less than thirty years
of age.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

IS India the superstitions of the Hin
ioOs appear to be giving way to Chris
tianity and the spirit of an enlightened
age. Several religious societies have
been formed by the natives, who adopt
for their creed belief in only. one su-
preme Bsing, who alone should be
adored. and renounce all HindoO super
stitions A society in the Puujaub,
which includes both Hindoos and Sikhs,
has for its cardinal principle the rejec-
tion Of idols and all other material aids
70 devotion. Native reformers say that
India must be regeneratsj, and wholly
rsliuouish the use Of idols.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

The English are terribly afraid of the
Fenians. Pilot engines are sent in ad-
vance of some Of. the English mail trains
in consequence of information that mis-
chief has been threatened by the Broth
erhood
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

A GREAT religious demonstration is to
take place in the French Cathedral in
Montreal, before the departure of the
Canadian corps of Pontiical Zouaves,
on the occasion of blessing their ban
ners. The Roman Catholic Bishops of
Quebec and Ontario are expected to be
nrasapt
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

A French restaurant in New York is
about 10 try the experiment Of intro
ducing horse flesh as one Of the delica-
oieS Il is to be hoped that his custom
eas viii take kindly to Il, as il nay help
10 reduce the present high price Of beef
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

AT Aroostook, in Maine, it is reported
that horses are so plenty and business
requiring them so dull in that region,
that good horses cannot be let even for
their keeping.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
PRIZE No. Bone THOUSAND DOL
L nc A
Details OF the Drawing.

Six thousand and seven hundred tickets, rep
resenting the certificates issued. Wih oe placed
in one wheel. and the same number Of blanks,
including twenty FIVE inscrit ed with the names
OF the p emiums. will be placed in another.
From these wheels tickets wi be drawn AZ the
same time, and the number drawn will take the
premium drawn simultaneously.
An moneys received upOn the sale Of these
shares will be placed in the German National
Bank OF Memphis. and viii remain there 20 the
credit OF the Association until the drawing
takes place.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

ANOTHER Lilliputian marriage is an
nounced, that of Commodore Mutt and
Miss Minnie Warren. The combined
fortunes of the pair amount to $3.50, 900.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

IT is said that the waters of Great Salt
Lake are slowly but steadily rising, being
now three feet above its former level.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

UTAH is becoming a manufacturing
region. Announcements are made of
the erection of two woolen factories
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

In Milwaukee SAT 900 barrels of -four
we're manufactured by thirteen different
mills during the past year.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

A JEWISH Rabbi, in New York, has
circumcised two hundred children during
the past eighteen months.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

A FEW days ago horse in Pennsylva-
MIA trotted twenty-four miles in one hour
and forty minutes.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
IarbIe Spring,
Magnolia Spring,
Arsenic Spring,
sulphur Spring,
N FreestOne Spring


The place has never been visited by epidemic
of any kind, and peculiarly characteristic of its
healthfulness is the longevity of the inhabi-
tants. Tne Oldest citizens Of Shelby county
are residents of Raleigh.
sure-seekers as by invalids, owing to beauty Of
scenery and various artificial as well as natural
attractions. Connected with the Springs are
Pavilion, Ladies' Bowling Alley. Rustic Ar
bors, Reading Saloon. Gents Bowling Alley.
Saloon, Billiard Room. Gymnasiums, Refresh
ment Tables. etc.. while Wolf river affords ex-
celent Boating and Fishing.
the above scheme and included in the First
Prize Is fifteen acres in extent, overlooking the
valley and affords, in addition to magnificent
site for 2 ,;i3 grand hotel and other buildings @
An analysis of the several Springs. by distin-
guished medical men, shows that they are un-
surpassed in mineral and curative properties
by any in the United States. There is no rea-
son then why Raleigh should not become as
famous as Saratoga. Sharon or Lebanon, and
as largely 2atronized. i needs only capital
and enterprise TO accomplish this end.
A charter is before tho State Legislature for
the incorporation of the Springs, and a move
mont has been inaugurated looking to direct
raj communication with Memphis.
For this prize. $50, 900 was recently offered.
which was declined. in order that the above
scheme may be fully carried out.
PRIZE No. 2.--The elegant COUNTRY
MANSION HOUSE AND LOT RESIDENCE
of Col. j. NJ. Coleman is within few var OF
the Springs. The house is in first class order,
contains ten rooms, and is beautifully emhow-
cred in shrubbery. The lot is well fenced and
ornamented with fine shade and fruit trees.
and affords all necessary outhouses. oisterns,
etc. Ii is midway between the village and
SPRING Valley, on the main promenade. Val
ne. 5000.
PRIZE No. 3.--oNE THOUSAND DOL
LARS IN CASH.
PRIZE No. to a5.-TwENTY TWO
COTTAGE LOTS, valued at $50 each. These
lots are portion Of the village Of Raleigh. de-
lightfully situated, all fronting on thorough-
fares, and will be drawn with the understand
i.- ts.. .sS --...sss.s ssS0S5o ~
all times 70 the Springs and belongings.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

BELLE BOYD HARDINGE has obtained
divorce and resumed her maiden
name.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

DICKENS raised $4,000 by the sale of
his tickets in Baltimore.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

PRIZE No. 1.-The celebrated RALEIGH
MINERAL SPRINGS, situated on the con-
fines of Raleigh, late county seat of Shelby
county. Tenn, nine miles northeast of Mem
phis. and two miles from Wells station, on
the Memphis and Louisville railroad. These
Springs are six in number, Of various mineral
and medicinal qualities, and are visited every
Summer by thousands Of seekers of health and
pleasure, from all quarters Of the country.
They are within few steps Of the village OF
Raleigh, in a beautiful valley, and also within
a few hundred feet of Wof river. which wind s
around the base of the eminence on which the
village of Raleigh is situated, and empties into
the" f ther Of Waters" at Memphis. Name
rous remarkable cures Of various diseases have
been experienced by sojourners at this health
inspiring retreat, and the present proprietor.
Col. J. M. Coleman, can produce hNndreds of
certificates of cures in cases which h I'D been
entirely given over by medical Skill. The
ground surrounding the Springs, and in fact
the entire village of Raleigh, rises to an emf
nence of pure air, and is as remarkable for its
healthfulnes as beauty OF location. The
Springs are in fine order, never failing, and are
designated as follows:
Marble Spring.
Box Spring,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

THERE has been heavy snow in some
portions of Texas.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
Capital Prize Valued at $4,000

Which amount has recently been offered 70
the Springs and Grounds Immediately sur
rounding.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
NOTICE.

r WILL EXCHANGE BUILDING LUM-
Der flr n small stock Of Groceries, Provi-
gions. or Dry Goods-censisling OF Calicoes,
Domcstics, Wool Goods, Hats. Boots and Shoes,
an Clothirr. suitable for country store.
'rhSee ~ four woke Of OXEN wanted.
The lumber 10 be sawed 4 Eddins' mill, IN
Memphis. al mouth Of Wolf river. All the
lumber sawed according to the order OF pur-
Amply to me, at EDpINs' saw MILL
isa DEXTER CURTIS.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

c. F. Chamberlain 4 Co.. B, Loeuenstein 4
NJ. Apperson c., o. c. Boene Co.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25

NUMBER OF PTSIz Es. 80
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
Al. MARY,s SCHOOL.

AIRS. POPE, PRINCIPAL. POPLAR
vi street. eat Of Orleans. The new scion
begins Fet-u1ry ID, lso6 II
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
CERTIFICATES, So EACH

A Fortune or a Homestead for 90
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1868-01-25
Trustees Sale.

DY VIRTUE OF A DEED OF TRUST,
Is executed to me on the 18th day Of Janua-
~, 1867, by ]. 7. Gillian. to secure. the ? y
ment Of certain note the elm mentioned. for
SI.7g9 s3 said note given in favor Of I. Q.
Bridgforth. executor and, guardian OF l. p;
Bridgforth's estate and children, which said
deed is on record, in the Probate Clerks office.
of DeSoto county, Miss, in book No. 2, pages
27l and 272 of The records of deeds OF trust
mortgages and contracts. / will on
saturday. the a5th of January, 1865,
between, the hours Of II A. NJ, and 4o'clock P. NJ,
on the premises, sell AT pub 70 outcry. to the
highest bidder for CASH, the following described
property, to-wit: One hundred and twenty
acres of land. of of the cast side of the north
east quarter of section (20l twenty, township
I2I two, range (6) six west; also, fifty acres Of
the western part of the, northwest quarter OF
section I'D twenty-One, township W two. range
f6j six west, containing in all 40 acres. Also,
fveMules, mentioned in the same Instrument.
The title TO the property is believed to be per
feel. but will convey only as trustee;
D. W. BRISTOL, Trustee;
JAM q, 1858. ll9