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The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31

Common stock, which was in fair
supply, was heavy. and good, which
was scarce, commanded prices Of
the date Of lasi report. To-day
the arrivals were moderate, with
fnir demand. which was for good
TO primo. Prices arc quite steady
NJ the quotations. Extra shcared
7@7lc; common TO good, 5@Glc;
inferior, 4@44c.
HOGS--Almost Immediately
subsequent TO the lostreport, con.
seqncnt on light arrivals, the mark.
ct was frmer, and prices 1@fhigh
er, common 10 prime being ut 0@
l0c. These prices weromaintain.
ed during The latter part of the
week, when the market, though
quiet. was firm TO day, with the
arrival Of 350 head, and 1000 at
Communipaw the market was firm,
holders demanding l0c, and buy.
crs offering 9s@9Yc.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
"CHRISTMAS GIFT!"

Deferrng to the wishes OF my esteemed
friends, the ladies of Lancaster, and inaccord-
ancc with my convictions ofright, have rcsov-
cd to max radical change in my business.
The great event have to announce is the ir-
revocable banlshment Of Capt. WHIsKEr from.
my dominions. Hc has been found guilty
highcrime and misdemeNnors, and is ousted
from his place, never, hope, to be reinstNted
Hencciorth my restaurant shall be place TO
which ladies as well as gentlemen. can resort,
without fear and without reproach, to enjoy
such unexceptonable refreshments as will al
ways be provided on call.
Ilntcnd to keep mn EATING HOUSE, in the
strict meaning Of the term.
Tho dehcaces and the substanhals OF all
seasons and all accessible lands will be served
in their proper season. t.t.
= Game, Fish, Oysters, Vegetables, Fruits,
Nuts, Ice Cream, Pastry, Confectionery and
Cakes after their kind.
And, as an additional feature, shall keep on
hand avariety Of Toys, Notious and Fancy Ar
ticles suitable for Christmas and New Ye'r's
Prese nts and presents at any other tpe' /,
/ Iwish my friends to como and zee me, sar
pNtronizc my enterprise accordiDG'o It's p'e'''''
Captain wnrsREr, a''feu
We met upon1he le'el--
We partupon the square,
CHARLES MILLER.
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A Remarkable Lot of Hogs.

Mr.. B. W. Carlisle, OF Greenfield
township, sold some days since to
Mr.. S. Mcckcr, for shipment to
Cincinnati, n lot of 25 hogs, which
eclipsed any thing OF which VIC
have had any account this season.
They wero all Of his own raising,
were from ii to Is months old, ind
averaged 4Ol3 pounds in weight,
on foot. The stock is known in
this neighborhood as tho Carlisle
stock Of hogs, and has been
brought to great perfection BY ju'
dicious breeding and attention on
the part Of Mr., Carlisle, who has
proved himself one Of the most sue
ccssful growers Of this class Of
stock in the State.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
Lectures.

We arc grati6cd to learn that
arrangements arc in progress by
which our citizens may hope 10
DO favored, some time before tho
close of tho winter season, with q
public lecture by one or more Of
the eminent lecturers named be-
low, to-wit:
Miss Olive Logan;
Hon Horace Greeley;
Rev. Henry Ward Bcccher;
Hon. G. L. Valandigham;
Hon. Geo. II. Pendleton;
Wendell Phillips.
Lancaster and vicinity should
and can, ifso disposed, with the
utmost case sustain the cost OF q
lecture from any of tho above men
toned distinguished lecturers, and
would be far more than repaid the
necessary outlay TO secure it.
Due notice will be given of any
positive engagemen: with any Of
the persons named.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
Cincinnati Market.
CINCINNATI. Dec. %,


,FLOUR-Unchapged; family at
81 5O@9. ...
GRAIN--Wheat dull at 81 IS
for No. L red, Rye closes firmer,
and in demand at 81 30 for No. /,
but it is held higher. Oats dullat
6O@6lc. Barley unchanged and
quiet.
WHISKY-Firm at 81.
HOGS--Firmer; live sold at
S1O@10 so and dressed at ST. 25-
@12 Co., Receipts, 1900 head.
PROVISIONS77Still unsettled,
though d firiner feeling exists, with
some forced sales ofcountry meats.
Bulk sides, thrcc weeks in salt
Country, sold at 124c, and shout
ders, fully cured, at l0c, sides at
l3c, and hams at 14c. Country
packed mess pork sold at S27, but
city sold at $2S. Primo kettle lard
sold ut l74c, and steam at l9c, bui
it is generally held &c above these
rates. There is no consumptive
demand, and spectators are timid
though tho exlrome light receipts
of hogs make them moro restless
under the impression that possibly
the hogs are nearly all in.
PRODUCE Butter firm at SO
@4Oc for fresh. Eggs at 32@33c
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The New EcLEcTIc MAGAZINE

THE New ECLEcTIc MAGAZINE
Baltimore: Turnbull & Murdock }
opens its fourth volume with the
January number. 1t is filled with
well chosen selections from the
leading English periodicals, and
editorial matter. 1t is illustrated
by steel portrait Of John Rus
kin, and has an interesting biog-
raphical sketch of that distinguish
cd author. There arc also sketch.
es of Rossini, Herman, Schmid and
Baron Rothschild. The New Ec.
lectic is attractive and valuable.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
"OnIy Cold"

Who would suffer from cold with tho prob.
ability ofa serious attack OF Bronchitis, Inham.
nation ofthe Lungs or Consumption. when tha'
efficient preventive, MIsHLER's HERB BIT
TIERS is at handl Twill remove the tickling
sensation which precedes q cold--preyent
hosrsenoss and check eoughing-expel the mu-
Gus that gathers in the broncha and success
fully resist that fell destroyer Consumption.
Mrs. Amos staufer, of Manor tp., Pa, was act.
uully, speedily and permanently cured Of Con-
sumption solely by MIsHbER's HERB BIT
TERs after several consulting physicians had
pronounced her case hopeless. and shc rs still a
living witness Of the power Of this wonderful
remedy over disease. Ithas saved the lives Of
thousands and is daily adding to the number OF
its victories. seldcyer, where
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31

The clergy use "Barrett's."
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Sheriff.-OId and New.

Wo understand that Sheriff
Shisler vacates, and Shoriff elect j.
d. Jackson takes charge of the
Sheriff's Office and the county
boarding house on Monday. Sher-
iff Shisler is o clover man and has
made good officer. Owing to the
niserably good times which have
generally prevailed during his four
years occupation of office, be re-
tires not very much richer than
when ho went in. We heartily
wish him future prosperity.
Mr.. jackson, tho now Sheriff,
may be confidently expected to
discharge tho duties of the Office
in q satisfactory and crcditablc
manner.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31

Tho Masonic Festival Of Mon
day night was largely attended
and passed off with splendid effect.
The exercises were composed of
addresses, music, &C., at the fine
Hall OF tho fraternity, succeeded
by magnificent supper and dance
at the Mithoff House.
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caster, ca pccembcr 18th, 1868.
Putnam, o., Dec. IL, 1868.
TO Local Bible Agents In FaIrnold
County, Ohio.
FRLLow L L,noRERs IN THE BIBLE CAUSE !:

Fellow L,noRERs IN THE BIBLE CAUSE:
II is proposed to adopt new policy, the
present year, IN your society. The experiment
Is to be tried TO see whether the collections
cannot be made this year without incurring. the
expense of collecting agent. Hence drop
YOU this note to say that the success OF this de
pends upon you. discharge the duties OF
your office faithfully, visiting every family In
your district, soliciting donation at every
house, We shall be moro than aratihed, and the
plnn viii be n success. IL you fail to do ms, u
will compel usto send an agent into the ield
another year. D.,
Let II DO said OF YOU, that YOU can and 'ciN do
tie work yourselves land that the results ooi
your labors shall not fall below what the travel.
ing agent would have secured himsen. IL you
have not cahvassed your district the piescnt
year, wnl yon have tho kindness 10 do Il ot once,
calling upon all for donation to this needy
and blessed cause, supplying every destitute .
family that may bo found, rom the Depository
OF your Branch Society ,andGeport your collec-
tons TO the Treasurer OF your society before
the lat day OF January, 1900. For instruction
please refer to the back part Of your subscrlp-
tou book. Yours irniy,r
G. 8. MARTINDALE,
As'tA. b. s., S-East. Ohio.
n. q, ,oea ~
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31

We have received No. . Of the Motnt AubHrn
Inder, holiday edition, containing twelve pa
ges. This number, like those which have pre-
ceded it, contains articles from members softhe
school, and shows IN part The work done by the
classes.
Tho indcr is published by the Mount Au-
burn Ladies' Institute ofCincnnati, and is ed
tied by tho Senior Class, assisted by Rev. A. j.
RowLASD, Pres. A-."
This School stands IN the front rank of Fe-
male scminaries in tho entire country, and we
advise all having daughters to educate to send
for Catalogue. The next session will COM
mencc Monday, February lst. ..... .-
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31

THE AMERICAN NEWSPAPER Di-
REoToRY, edited by Nelson Chcs-
man, New York: Geo, p. Rowell
& Coy cannot fail TO be valuable to
all business men. 1t is to contain
the name and address of every
newspaper in tho country, and
will make volume of 800 PIP. Svo.
to cost five dollars. II should be
in every counting room.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
BUrrERrIELD keeps the cclcbrat

BUTTERFIELD keeps the celcbrat.
cd Century fine Cut Chewing
Also No. article OF Shorts, war;
rante1 TO bc as good as any fine
cut in the city, at Sets. an ounce or
90 cts. per lb. Call in and try il
A paper always open. He still
gives 81 plugs of tobacco for % cts.
A good article Of fine cut for 81 90.
Goodcr" at l 25; ''goodest" at l so.
One door East of the Tallmadge
House entrance, opposite Sifford &
Sons Drug Storc. 3w-97
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31

A distinguished Methodist Min
istcr and prominent Temperance
Lecturer once remarked that 20
where he would, from one end OF
the country to the other, he hardly
ever failed 10 fiLd PLANTATION
BlTTERs, and while he con demned
tho practice of using these Bitters
too freely, he could not conscien-
tiously say that he would discard
them from tho side. board, for he
himself had experienced beneficial
results from their use, and that,
from long and close observation,
he was convinced that whom used
moderately, and as medicine ex-
clusively, they were all that was
recon monded. At the same time
he warned his hearers not to pull
the cork too often, for they were
far too pleasant q tonic to triae
with.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
CHRISTMAS.

The festivities properly appcr.
taining to this chict among the
holidays, have been prolonged, in
our city, far into tho present week.
We can but glahco at the various
proceedings Of churches, Sabbath
schools, &C., which have como un-
der our observation or within our
information. On Christmas eve.
the ,usual services took place ut the
Episcopal and somc Of the other
Protestant churches, and at the
Presbyterian church therc was u
fine Christmas Treo festival for tho
beneft of tho Sabbath scholars Of
that church, which was a most de-
lightful occasion to them. A sim
liar festival, wo believe took place
the same evening at the Germ. Re.
formed Church, and last evening at
tho Baptistchurch. Christmas Day
was celebrated by all tho churches
in their respectively prescribed
manner, and as BELTS the anniver.
sary of tho day which gavo to man.
kind the Founder Of tho religious
system which is the vitalizing Gle.
ment of civilization and true hu
man progress. Tho Catholic church
was the sceno from early dawn OF
the impressive rites and grand mu-
sic peculiar TO that organization.-
Appropriate discourses were de
liyercd by the pastors at all the
churches to largo and attentive
congregations. On Christmas night,
there was large and magnificent
Christmas Tree erected at the En-
glish Lutheran Church, and the
fruit thereof distributed to a crowd
Of delighted Sabbath school pupils.
On Tuesday evening of this week
tho Episcopal church celebrated
the Christmas Festival of its Sab.
bath School. 1t was pleasing and
interesting affair, enlivened by
music and diversified by appropri-
ate addresses. Instead Of u Christ
mas Tree, thcrc was large table
loaded with gifts for tho scholars,
which were distributed to them
amid a sceno of lively excitement
and enjoyment. A similar festival
took place at the Methodist Church
the samo evening, which was char
acterizcd by q very large attend
ance, and great qualification on the
part of the army of pupils.
As tothc social features Of Christ
mas Day, they wcrc bereft of mono
Of thoir pristine beauty in the sight
Of people generally. Though u
day consecrated to peace and good
will, q vigorous war was wngcd
upon Turkey during the afternoon;
the results Of which in"pircd lin
mostcases) with pleasing sensations
the bosoms Cor thercabouts) Of all
sympathizers with Greece.
To concludo--we take occasion
to combine in ono expression the
wishes oftho Gazette for many re-.
turns OF q "morry Christmas" to
its friends, aud tho recurrence to
oil of many a "Happy Nov Year. "
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
Farm for Sale.

" WILL sell at private sale, tho farm formerly
belonging TO Henry Splitter, decd; Theisrm
IS situated seven miles northeast Of In cas,s, W.
49, sior. hr;ck d,Sellpr house on II, good barn
e,ihS an, other out buildings necesssry 70
farm. Aeood orchard Of gTaited fruit, ana
nnod selection OF peaches and cherries.
good well of water, and about INeniy,ssS ~,
ManIays snouIre ofthe undersigned;
June IS, 1S6s-tf, u "a
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Ohio Stnte journal.

This excellent and we'll cstab.
lished paper, tho central organ Of
the Republican party at tho Capi.
tai, has issued its prospectus for
1869. 1t did yeoman service for
the Republican cause daring the
late political campaign, and in re-
commencing it to our readers as q
faithful chronicle Of passing events,
VIC have no fears but that our as
scrsions will be moro than verified.
1t gives very full reports Of the
markets, and excels in its conden-
sation Of State and general news.
During the session Of tho Legisla-
turc it gives full and accurate re-
ports OF tho proceedings. In ad.
dition to this, an interesting ro.
nance will bc published during tho
year.
Tho terms of the Journal arc as
follows:
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
Correspondence.

LANCASTER, O., Dec. 25lh, SO
Col. John AZ. ConneH, 3.,..c.. ..a.,
Lancaster, Ohio
DEAR CoL.-We greet you with
a merry Christmas, and herewith
present you with a complete SGT Of
the American Cyclopaedia, which
We beg Of you to accept, as a token
OF our esteem and friendship.
Very respectfully,
r. ], Robertson, Jacob SqsGedi,
T. W. Higgins, Jno. Garaghty,
Jno. A. Hunter, IL, Fullerton,
Kinnis Frittcr, f.B. Enbich.
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Estate of William Fillabaum,
Deceased.

N1oTIoE is hereby given thai the under
Y signed has been appointed and quahhea1 1n as
administrator with the Will annexed OF o',ia NJ
deceased. All persons having claims against
said estate will present them duly authenu,
Gated, and those indebted are requested 70
make immediate payment 20 1,rn .l,
nAc. 8. 1sle-3W.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
Building Association Election.

The election of a Board of nine
Directors for 1869 of tho +. G. S..
& B. A, will be hold at the usual
place of meeting on Monday eve.
ming next, Jany 4th. If the old
Board will consent to serve, we
think their collection could not be
improved upon.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
Go TO yos BoSuonsr. DENTIST.
New Confectionery Establish
ment.

C.SMITH, has opene'I in his splendid new
- room, Northwest corner Of Main and Col.
umbus streets, a fine new stock OF confce =
'tionery, Toys. anda II great gariety Of fother
arllciessuited tothe holiday season. to which
he invites the attention Of the public.
Business will also be continued as usual at
the old stand On Man street, w' o., may be
found a very full and attractive assortment Of
every thing in the line Of Confectionery,
Toys, Nick Naeks &c. for the holidays,
open enforinspettion and sale at all hours.
oysters for the Holidays.
haltby's celebrated Baltimore oysters re-.
eeived daily, and fOrsaIe in any quantities dc.
sired.
Oysters, a.. served in the beststyIe.
Dec. TO- lSGs-lmo.
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Gazette Annual Register.

The Cincinnati Gazette has fa-
vored us with o copy Of lis very
acceptable publication entitled as
above. 1t isa volume Of 100 pages,
which is furnished free to every
new subscriber 10 the Gazette, and
contains q eopious almanac for
1869, full and reliable election sta
tistics, including the Presidential
vote of Ohio and Indiana by town.
ships, and agricultural. political,
governmental and general inform
lion in large quantity and Of the
highest value. So much of. tho
really useful to everybody is rarely
compressed into tho same space.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
LOCAL NOTICES.

Tho largest stock of Watches,
Clocks and Jowclry ever imported!
(,ohich is not true, ,)but call on Butch,
and see if he can not please you in
quality and price with goods in his
line. 40-2t.*
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31
poSTSCRIPT!

take pleasure in announcing business
connection with Mr.. THOHAs Q. BoPE' "nd that
the business will be conductedas above ndica-
ted under tho style Of MriLER & BoPE. We
make our bow to the public: and ask liberal
patronage. MiLl4EN D0i
Dec. u ,4SGS.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31

j have opened, on Main Street
u retail Drug and Prescription
Store. and | keep in connection
Herewith a good assortment ol
Toilet articles.
NJ stock is entirely new, select.
cd in New York City by myself, and
persons dealing with me can rest
assured Of getting pure and fresh
Medicines at fair prices.
| pay particular attention to fill
ing Physicians prescriptions.
ii. b. HUNTER.
Lancaster, Ohio, Dec. ., 'GS.
.~ee.
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Oysters at Wholesale.

Dealers will find q large stock
Of tho best oysters at BAuman's
Excelsior Saloon, for sale cheap by
tho case or less quantity.
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New York Market.
NEW YoRK Dec 0S

Flour--CIoscd very dull at 10
@l5c lower.
GRAIN-Wheat nominaIIy 1@2c
lower. Rye lower and duff ut |
5O@l 53 for western. Oats quiet
and steady at 7Gl in store, and
78lc afoat for western. Corn dull
at | OS@I II for old and 94@O5c
for now mixed western.
PROVISlONS-Pork quiet al
S27 for mess, each. and February
delivery. Beef steady with very
moderate demand. Cut meats dull
without decided change. Bacon
steady with a moderate inquiry
Lard dull at lG3c Tor prime steam,
on the spot and l7c for March,
Eggs dull at 37@39.
The Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1863-1886, 1868-12-31

Bauman's stock of oysters is
cleaned out almost daily, and
fresh supplies received as often
Nobody need be afraid of getting
stale oysters there.
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Sd YEARS CLASS
Ith YEARS CLASS.
rarior
The Coming War in Europe.
From the New York Sun ]

.lriVHl hc NeE lOTh gun
The most terrible wars of mod
crn times have sprung from som.
paratively trivial causes. illustrat
ing tho Divine apothegm, "Behold
how great q matter a little fire
kindleth." The collision between
Turkey and Greece may sot all
Europe in fame. 1t is but too
apparent that the Great Powers
bavo for n year past only been
waiting for u good opportunity to
fly at each others throats. The
military strength of the bclliger-
ents therefore, becomes a matter
Of interest. Dealing only in round
numbers, tho forces Of Russia,
Prussia, France, Austria and Italy,
including those troops which cor
respond TO our militia stand about
as follows:
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Itch Ointment.

Why will you Scratch when re.
lief can be obtained for 25 cents?
Buy a box of LiriHgstOn's Hch
Ointment at Slocum & Whites
Drug Store. if3S
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Fairfield County Bible Society.

NToTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on
the jth of January, proximo, an agent duly
authorized will visit each branch Society in this
county.
The President and SECRETARIES are therefore
earnestly requested 20 have the annual reports
OF their respective Societies TO be made out IN
full detail by that date, and theyare further re-
auested to collect all the MONIES duo them, so
that the agent can settle with them IN full:
he during the month Of January, OF which
due notice will be gwen.
Suboinod Is the circular from the Rev. @. s.
Mariindale, Gen'l Agent OF the American Bible
Society-this circular appeals to every lover OF
the Bible in our county-et the visitation he
suggests DO faithfully performed and the result
viii rleot his expectations aud ahsolye us from
neglected esponsibihty. By order of
W. J.REESE, Pres.
f. L. SLortu Sec
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Grand Festival and Oyster
Supper.


The Union Aid Society of the
Colorcd Methodist Church will
give an entertainment of the above
character ut their Church in Ian
caster on Friday evening Jany lst,
1869. The proceeds are to be ap'
piled to the placing Of gas fixtures
in the now A. NJ. e. Church, and
tho presence and patronage Of the
public are respectfully solicited.
..@ is'. .CoMMITTEE.
Lancaster, Dec. 3lst, 1868.
The clergy use "BarretL's."
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by request, We publish in anoth-
er place the correspondence which
occurred on tho occasion OF tho pro.
scntation of Christmas present to
Col. oonnoll, by some of his friends.
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UNITED STATES INTERNAL REV. !
RNuE, Assessors 0fIitc, 18th
District, Ohio.
L0ncdster, Dcc. 25th, 1S6e

LuUCuSteT, NDCC' GOtH, lOoo
Mcrsrs. Rehwnk klc, Robertson and others:
GENTLEMEN:-l received your
acceptable Christmas gift Of %
Vols. of the Am. Cyclopedia with
grateful pridc. l am proud ofyour
recognition of my failhfulness as
an officer, and of your friendship
for me as q man.
. ! am doubly grateful for your
gift, because have long hoped TO
be able TO buy the books you have
presented TO me, and they camo to
me when l had almost despaired
of being able to lay. by enough
money, that could conscientious.
ly spare, for their purchase-and
secondly, because you paid mo the
compliment of choosing tor me
something better than baubles OF
silver or gold to please the eye and
prido alone, and gave mo that
which may not only be the means
of my own improvement and elo.
walton, but which may be SO en-
ploycd by mo as to make me more
useful to my fellow-men.
You have the satisfaction oI
knowing that your unexpected gift
on Christmas day made one person
happier, better, aud kinder in heart
to the world.
Our official relations will proba
bly, soon bo severed, but beyond
them will live my friendship fol
each and all Of you, 10 which you
have given mo u monument in your
generous gift which may long sur
vive him who now subscribes him,
self, gratefully, your friend,
JOHN M. CONNELL.