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Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

TEnRrBLE ACCIDENT. On Saturday
evening as Mr.. George Brady was return.
ing from Washington City, with his team,
in some way or other he fell from his seat,
and his feet became entangled in o., about
the hounds Of the wagon. 1t is tho6ght
that the fall broke his neck the horses Be.
came frightened and. dashed off at full
speed. He was by himself at the time,
and when his kody xas taken up from the
middle ofthe road, about half mile from
the District line toward the city. it was
found most horribly mangled. From his
hips 70 his neck he was . mass Of Fishes
and bruises; bis teeth knocked out, one
of his arms torn out Of the socket, and by
the friction his skin seemed charred. Mr..
Brady was tenant Of Mr.. Robert Clagett
and a most excellent citisen. His death
is one Of the saddcst things that happened
in our county for some time. He leaves a
widow and some four or Eve children
Marlboro Gazette.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
An ESaL1su LAVENDER F1rLp.-Ther.

An ENGLISH LAVENDER FIELD.-There
is one sight in old England that is pleas
ant beyond measure, and that is u lavender
field; it pleases from its intrinsic beauty
The lovely color of its flowers all the silk
dyers are trying to ''match," but can't ex-
actly hit on the shade. Then its fragrance
-ah how inimitablc, as the sprays wave
with the breeze. In this little island no
less than about 270 acres of its precious
land is devoted to lavender farming. Each
acre yields say $500 pounds of flowers.
Each hundred pounds of flowers give up,
by distillation, about one pound of the OF
TO of lavender; and thus We learn that
there is an average production of l7,00O
pounds of lavender otto anpually. 1t re-
quires six ounces Of this to make Il gallon
of lavender water, so that Britannia and
her children and customers use IS, 500 gal
Ions of this tavorite spirit. The lavender
farms Of England are situated at Mitcham
in Surrey, and at Kitchen in Ilcrtfordshire.
The lavender, when in blossom, is rcsorted
to by all the bee for miles around The
sound of their hum in soch vast numbers
is quite enchanting; ncr do the butterflies
neglect visiting 50 luxurious a feast Il
taste OF which appears to be particularly
grateful to them. Til" bees love for law
ender is 80 excessive that, at the harvest
time, as the sprays f,ll before the sickla
and are tied up in sheavcs, they viii fnl-
low it even at sacrifice of life, into the
boiling still.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

FREAK OF SOMNAMBULIsT.-- some
what singular freak of somnambulist has
Just been related to US. A gentleman liv-
ing in the Seventh Ward, one morning
missed some money which he had in q
drawer, and although strict search was
made, no clue to the missing cash could
be found. The money was taken from a
drawer which was kept locked and the key
in the gentleman's pocket. The drawey
had been opened, the money taken out,
the drawer locked and the key returned to
the gentleman's pocket, The affair was
involved in mystery, which was not re-
moved the next day, when set Of silver
spoons was missed. The servants we're
suspected, and as knowledge that the ar
ticles had been missed had been kept from
them, it was determined to keep watch
the next night. Everything about the
house remained quiet until about two
o'clock, when noise was heard. The
person who was on the watch peercd eau
tiously through the hall whence came the
sounds of footsteps, and saw approaching.
the gentleman Of the house. He went to
the cupboard with stealthy steps, took
therefrom quantity Of silver plate and
started for the back yard, closely followed
by the watchman, who at once suspected
the truth of the case. The sleep-walker
proceeded cautiously to the woodshed, and
covered the plate carefully in barrel Of
ashes, and started back to his house. He
was awoke by the watcbman, and was
greatly bewildered. The matter was ex-
planned and search at once instituted among
the ashes for the missing property. The
search was rewarded by the discovery of
the plate, spoons and grccnbacks, safely
secreted among the ashes, where they had
been deposited by the gentleman who had
been unconsciously guilty of robbing him
self -Miraakie Sentinel.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
THREE CHILDREN Frozen TO DEATH.

THREE CHILDREN FROZEN TO DEArH.-
We learn from gentleman just returned
from Bloomington. that family consist
ing Of the parents and three children, the
eldest about fourteen years Of age, living
about eight miles from the above named
city, started, in a wagon, on Friday last,
for that place ,Sto bake the cars. As it was
extremely cold, the children were put
down i'll the bottom Of the wagon in some
STRAW, and wrapped mp in buffalo robe,
the parents thinking they would thus ride
comfortably. Nothing was heard from
them until they arrived at Bloomington,
but when uncovered. they were found to
be frozen to death. They had thus passed
away without struggle, and while the
parents were pleasing themselves that they
were warm and comfortable, death came
and bore away the angel spirits, leaving
nothing but the cold and stifiened bodies.
Sadly the bereaycd ones returned to their
home, bearing the lifelcss bodies of their
children, who, but few hours before had
been full Of life and enjoypentj 81
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

Meeting OF the Delaware I.egislature,-Di-
vision sf New Castle Csanty-A new Bank
In Middaeeewn,-Ths sehesa Iavvs,-The
Rail Road Tax.
The Legislature convenes on Tuesday
next. Among the subjects Of legislation
likely to be brought before il at the ensu-
ing session, 10 division Of the county.
1t is alleged that the population has now
grown so great. in this county, and the
business is so much augmented. tha. the
terms of the Court are of wearisome dura-
ton. often prOtractcd to three or four
weeks. during all which time jurors ar,
compelled to attend. and are thus kept
away from home and from business to
their great detriment and Inconvenience.
1t is also alleged, in this section of the
county, that the proportion Of expenses
for roads, bridges. and the maintenance Of
the poor, is much greater than in justice
and equity to the tax payers here, it ought
to be. The roads and bridges Of the up
per part of the county, impose a heavy
charge upon the tax payers here. where
the roads require FAR less outlay. In like
manner property here is taxed to support
the paupers Of Wilmington. The public
burdens press more heavily upon this sec
ton. Our lands are not only more highly
improved and pay more into the public
treasury, but our expenditures are less
Legislation is therefore required to correc
this inequality.
A new bank charter will be asked fo
by certain citizens of Middletown and vi
cinity, who propose to start here banl
of discount and deposit. The gentlemen
whose names are associated with this nes
enterprise, are among the wealthiest ii
this section. 1t is their purpose. We hear
to put this institution into operation, a
soon as the charter can be obtained.
The School Law will probably be some
what modified. and the matter of Railroa
taxation will receive the early attention @
the Legislature.
We shall have correspondent at Dove
and will furnish our readers with a com
prehensivs synopsis of the proceeding
each week.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
A writer in the Journal and .Nntes

A writer in the Journal and ISatesmon
proposes to divide New Castle county so
MS to cut off Wilmington by herself. An
other proposition is to divide by the line
of the Christiana. A third is to divide by
the turnpike leading from Elkton to Hare $
Corner, thence by direct line to the riv-
er. This division would leave compact
territory of about twenty-four miles in
lenth and fifteen in breadth, with popu.
lation of 10000. Middletown being near.
ly central and directly on the rail road
would be the proper place for the county
seat. and the new county might be called
Read county, in honor Of one of the Sign.
ers of the Declaration Of Independence.
We commend this plan of division to the
attention Of the people and our Legislators
as convenient, economical, and every way
desirable.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
THE TRANSCRIPT FOR 1869.
A NEW VOLUME
sSssoo - be a,strtbutsd In PREMIUMS.

s~e20O - be atstributed in PREMIUMS.
The present issue closes the first volume
and the arst year Of the MiDDLErowN
TRANscRIPr. Its circulation has steadily
increased from the first issue until now.
Its publisher, relying upon the intelli-
gence and public spirit Of this community,
started the enterprise here just one year
ago. satisfied that il could not fail to meet
liberal support. He has not been dis
appointed. And now, in order to widen
and extend its field of labor and useful
ness, he offers the following liberal in
ducements to such of the friends of this
journal as may have the time and inclina-
tion to compete for the following Premi-
ums:
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

BuFFALoEs ON THE PLAINs.-A gentle-
man just from the plains informs the New
York Times that bulaloes are at this time
to be found in immense herds. At dis
tance of two hundred and fifty miles west
of the Missouri river, on the Kansas Pa
cifc road, he passed through herd cover
ing surface of five hundred square miles,
and containing probably over a million
buffaloes. The number of dead buffaloes
lying on the line of the road. shot by pas
sengers as the cars go along, is very
great, and the informant says there is
enough meat lying there ut this time, easy
of transportation, to feed all the poor peo-
Pile in America. tlLl- u. mn.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
JErrrhsos DAVIS AND OFurRsl.-A

JErFEKsoN DAVIS AND OTnERs.-A pc
titian is in circulation for the, pardon of
Jefferson Davis ahd'all others under inlict-
nent or prcsentnent- for having been en-
gagged in tho rebellion. Thus far, we be-
licve, it has only been signed by democratic
members of Congress; but there are great
many others who would be very glad to
see an end put to this dismal farce of try
ing to impose on the public by pretending
to wish to try Davis or anybody else in
this matter. 1t is time the curtain had
fallen IN. Y Times, rep. ,. 10
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
DEAFNESS. BLINDNESS and c.rA

DEAFNESS, BLINDNESS, and CATARRH
NJ. d. and Professor of Disease OF the Eve and
Ear, in the Medical College of Pennsyivania, "a
years experience, formerly Of Lcylen, Holland,
No. s05 Arch Street. Phils. Testimonials can
be seen at his Office. The medical faculty are in
vited TO accompany their patients, ss he has no
secrets in his practice. Artificial eyes inserted
without pain. No charge for examination.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
A SHoRr AND CHEAp TR1p.-Whon the

A SHORT AND CHEAP TRIp.-When the
railway across the continent of America is
completed, there will be constant convey
ance by means of railways and mail pack
cts for passengers desiring to travel round
the world. The grand tour will be twen-
ty-two thousand miles in leugth, and will
cost 81 500, and will be accomplished in
about eighty days. The American tour
ist will be able to visit England, Japan, +,
China, Ceylon and Egypt He will cross
Atlantic, North, Pacific and Indian oceans,
the Red aud Mediterranean seas, the CONT
nent of America and the delta of Egypt
He will be able to sail the beginning of
May, and to arrive home again about the
middle of July.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

We notice that the local column of the
last Cecil Democrat was enriched by a
production from the facile pen Of Manton
Marble, of the New York World, entitled
Christmas Day" We congratulate Mr..
cruikshank upon the acquisition of 50 able
a contributor to his local department.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
SPECIAL NOTICES.

CorGHs AND COLDs.-At the present time when
so many persons are suffering from Throat and
Lung Diseases, they should bear In mind that
HAssoS's COMPOUND SyRUP OF Tar never fails
in curing Coughs, Colds, Hoarsness, Pain in the
Breast, Sore Throat, Asthma and ali diseases Of
the Throat and Lungs. II is an excellent remedy
for Croupand Hopping Cough. Nofamily should
be without it. Sold in Middletown, at DR.. VI.
II: Bars Drug Store, for SO cen,sa bottle. Rus
sell and lands, Proprietors Philadelphia.
Dec. H.. ..3mos.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
WILD GAME IN vIRo1srA.--Wild game

WILD GAME IN VIRGINIA. Wild game,
such as deer, turkeys, &c. are very plenty
in our mountains aud ridges. More deer
have been sent to eastern markets from
this place than ever before in any one sea-
son. One individual residing on the
p" Lockner place" near Big Mountain,
some twelve miles south of this place,
brought in nine deer and bear on Mon
day last -Romney hteHigencer. i
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

An IMposrER. young man named
Price; hailing from Ken; county, Md. has
been arrested in Richmond, Va for rep
resonting himself to be Judge Joseph 4.
Wickes,' Of Chestertown, and thereby cna-
bled to obtain privileges whereby he COM
mitted fraul upon the hotel keepers and
others. ' r.a
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

The news from Eastern Europe is very
warlike. Diplomatic relations have been
broken off between Turkey and Greece, the
Turkish ambassador having left Athens
aud the Greek ambassador Constantinoule.
1t Is also reported that the Turkish ulti-
matum has been definitely rejected by the
Greek Government, amidst the greatest
enthusiasm.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

Ex-senator Creswell, of Elkton, is urg-
cd for a place in Gen. Grants Cabinet; or
failing in that. he will probably be made
Collector Of the port Of Baltimore, a. very
snug berth for shelved politician.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

y The New Year was ushered in with
clouds and storm and driving rain and
slcet. Let us hope that it is not a type
of its general character. A milder aspect
we hope to see it wear, after further &C.
qusintance.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

President johnson issued on Christmas
day proclamation of universal amnesty
to all persons of what ever class. grade, or
condition. who participated in the late re-
bcllion. It is general and unconditional in
its provisions, and grants full restoration to
rights and citizenship TO the entire South.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

Af Persons desirous of securing any
OF the foregoing Premiums will be furnish
ed with the proper instructions and facili-
ties for the work, by applying at this Office,
or addressing us by letter.
S-Any one procuring five new sub
scribers, will be entitled to a copy gratis.
sNote.-As explanatory of the above
proposition. we will give premium of a
Chased double-plated Tea Set, costing
$50, for 80 new subscribers, accompanied
BY the cash subscription $16O; or, if pre-
ferred, we will pay the price of the arti-
clcs ($50) in money; and SO on through
out the list.
Dec. 26th, 1868.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

Some Of the Eastern Shore papers con-
slider it a matter Of doubt whether Bishop
Lay, now Of Arkansas, will accept tho po-
sition of Bishop of the new Diocese of Eas-
ton, to which he was recently elected.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
MARRIED.

On Wednesday evening last, at the residence
of the brides father, on Bohe mia Manor, Cecil
county, Md. by Rev, Mr.. Pierson, Mr.. Henry +.
Massey, and Miss Cora daughter of John Prseh
Esq. both of Cecil county. -'
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

The TRANSCRIPT greets its readers this
morning. with the compliments of the sea.
son. and "a Happy New Year."
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

The Baltimore Gazette has o Christmas
sweet potato foot long, fifteen inches in
circumference, and weighing ten and half
pounds II was raised in Savannah.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
DIED.

Al his residence in Easton, Nd. on Saturday
the 26th instant, Mr.. William Lynch, In the 56th
year of his age, f rmcrly Of Elkton.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

Ex-Prcsident Roberts of Liberia, has be-
come permanent resident of Washington,
ID. G.
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02
PREMIUMS
or Fine Double Plato SILVER Ware.

Fine Chased Tea Set, six pieces Price Subs.
wafer rot Sugar Slop Bowl .frticit Cash.
ana Cream Pot, S. .0c30s l6O
RAN lea Set, SIX pieces, 45.O060 100
ice fitch +: - "nd Goolet 1000 so 100
Chased Oyster Tureen, ls.OOi45 30
Dinner Castors, revolving frame l5.OOI4O 80
Chased Ice Pitcher, 200 20 So
Chased Cake Basket 10. .00i25 80
Ghaso Butter Dish, S.O0i2O 40
Pair of Chased Salt Stands, 5.OOll5 20
Cake Knife, 4.OOIl2 "a
r'sI hniie, 3.75llO 20
Half Dozen Tea Spoons, 3.OOl 8 Is
Middletown transcript., 1869-01-02

Newark, N. j. has two velOcipede man
ufactories.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-07-06
Farming implements !!

Farming Implements!
GPITLER q MYERS,
~ DEALERS IN
Agricultural Implements, Machinery
FARMING AND GARDEN TOOLS,
HARDWARE, WOODENWARE, FERTYL-
IzERS. FIELD SEEDS, Sc,
are now receiving and opening large and well
selected assortment Of Goods at their warehouse.
m Near Rail Road Depot, Staunton, Va.
Their agricultural implements consist in part of
Keapers and Mowers, Threshing Machines.
Hay, Straw and Fodder Cutters Corn
Shelters, Hay and Grain Rakes, Hay
Forks, Cider Mills, Drills, Corn
Planters, Cultivators, Plows
and Harrows, Farm Bells,
GrndstOnes, &c.
Their large and we'll selected stock of Hardware
is new and direct from manufacturers and i'm
porters. which they are offering at prices which
cannot fail to please, embraces In part
Nails, Horse Shoes, Shove!s and Spades, Grain
Scoops, Hoes Mattocks and Picks Forks, Gar
den Rakes, Locks, Bolts and Hinges, and Build
Ing Material of every description, Carpenter
Tools, &c, sc.
Also fine assortment of CUTLERY, such as
i, and forks, pocket knives, pruning and
budding knives.
They also have cooking stoves, and fine as
sortment of iron and steel.
They have woodenware Of every description,
such as buckets, tubs, water kegs, field cans,
churns, &c.
The public are invited to give them a call, and
see their goods, as they are guaranteed in every
respect, and are offered at very low prices, as
they were bought for cash and can be sold low.
Ihey are determined to build up a trade and all
who are in want Of goods in their unexpectedly
parties who are building cannot do better in the
SPITLER & MYERS,
Near K. Il. Depot, Staunton, Va
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-07-06
I'D ELHEF FOR Afflicted Females
HI PREVENTION AND CURE OF
PROLAPSUS UTERI,
OR FALLING OF THE WOMR

BY the use of q simple and easy Supporter, just
invented and patented by Rev. JOSEPH FUNK
HoUSER of Rockingham county, Va.
Ihis Supporter ,ciU 9iue immediate Relief
THIS Supporter aciU effect a Permanent Cure.
have tried this invention upon number of fe-
males suffering from falling of the womb and it
HAS GIVEN RELIEF IN EVERY IN
STANCE WITHOUT A SINGLE FAILURE
Its uniform success in every application has
satisfied the inventor and all who have tried it.,
that this supporter is most valuable relief and
remedy.
only ask the Suffering TO gire 1T one trial.
porter for the prevention of PrOapsus Uteri or
Falling of the Womb. 1t is now, believe, COM
pete, and is suited to ladies in every condition
who have tendency to Falling of the Womb.
The Supporter, as it was originally patented, is
exactly suited to ladies in pregnancy and can
not be improved, but for females not in that con-
dItlon, the improvement just made is all that was
necessary to make this invention one of the great
est paIn-preventers ever made known to afflicted
females. The improved Supporter can be had
for 30 and upwards, according to material used
IN construction some ladies preferring the finest
and most costly material
Those who have used this Supporter know its
value; and would not relinquish its use for any
consideration. The ease and comfort it gives are
astonishing.
@> These supporters can be had at MrP. III
Ir0uts Drug Store, Staunton, Va.
Dlrectlons tor use accompany each Suppor-
ter. responsible Agents wanted in every town.
city and county in the United States for the sale
OF my Supporter, or remedy for falling of the
JOSEPH FUNKHOUSER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-07-06
a Talk with the Baby.
BY EMILY HUNTINGTON MILLER

Baby, baby come sit on my knee.
Nobody's waking but you and me;
Cat and kitten are fast asleep,
But still my wearisome watch keep;
Rocking the cradle to and fro,
Singing merrily. singing low,
All the rhymes that ever were sung
Since long ago. when the world was young
Ten o'clock! do you mean to stay
Broad awake till the peep of dayl
Baby now, there is no one near,
Whisper a secret in my ear;
How did you learn the wondrous speech
All our wisdom could never teach
What is the meaning of all your words,
Soft as the twitter of rustling birds?
Nobody knows what schemes may wait
Hidden away in your nodding pate;
Dear little dreamer, tell me true,
What are you planning to be and do!
Baby, baby! your fingers white,
Reach for the big, round moon at night;
Strive in their eager grasp to hold,
Wandering rags of the sunshine's gold;
When shall we ever make you know
How, in the sun, the blossoms blow?
How the winds run on fairy feet
Over the fields of bending wheat:
How, in the world, soHstrange and new.
All things beautiful wait for you,
Leading you on, by your clasping hand,
Out of your rosy baby-land.
Baby. baby the world is wide,
Shares and danger on every side;
What will you do when the mothers love
Cannot shelter her tender dover
All! you are sleeping on my breast,
Nothing troubles your quiet rest;
Safe in the arms that fold you here,
Never a thought have you of fear;
Over Us both is One who keeps -
Watch while His children wake or sleep.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-07-06
Soaps.
YNHE VIRGINIA INSTITUTION, fol

YNHE VIRGINIA INSTITUTION, fol
i the Deaf and Dumb and the Blind, is now
prepared to offer for sale, in large or small guam
titles, superior article of Soap, hitherto knowI
vented by Mr.. George w. Reintzel, whose in
terest has been purchased by the Institution, ano
whose services have been retained as the fore
man Of the Soap Factory at the Institution.
the 'Va. d. d. B. l. Soap
L. We guarantee that one pound of our Com
mon Wash IMb Soap will do as much washing as
one and one fourth pounds of any other SOAP
2. That it is frstrate Sharing and Toilet Soap
always, after use leaving the hands and fac,
perfectly smooth.
8. That it will wash as we'll in Hard as Sor
Water, in Cold as we'll as Warm Water
4. That as detersiue it is Incompatible
5 That it will remove all kinds of grease ano
stains from clothing.
;. 6. That it will set the colors of printed good
liable to fade and render them fast.
Z. That it has bleaching quality, and render
clothes very white in washing them.
8. That it is a sovereign remedy for chappe
hands.
g. That one bar dissolved in two gallons of
ter will clean paint and windows without injur,
to the paint.
If desirable to convert the bar into Soft Soap
pounds dissolved in one gallon of water i'll
yield one gallon and half of good Soft Soap
A handsome and perfumed Toilet Soap will
soon be ready for market
Va Our Wash Tub Soap can be furnishe
on 11 cheaper than any other Soap.
We will exchange, on reasonable terms, < ,ap
for good rendered Soap Grease or Tallow deliv-
cred at the Institution.
vs. Persons wishing to exchange rendered
grease or buy Soap. will apply to the Steward
of the Institution.
This Circular is issued under the instructions
of the Board of Visitors.
j: G. COvELL, Principal.
n. B.-Patent to be applied for.
FOR SALE BY the Institution j. d. & B., and
the principal Stores in Town. Wilson & Foster
and H. w: Powers are our agents in Richmond
marl6-1y