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The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1869-12-22
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Holiday PRESENTS!

+ AOl1saay FFesemNS1
Skates,
From so cents to IS per pair.
"IVoride Knives and Forks.
Wcstenholm's fine Pocket Knives.
r dgers' fine Scissors.
Also. have large stock of
& es,
d at Cutters,
Sa Usage Suffers,
Coal Buckets,
shOVels and Tongs.
Iron Wedges,
Coal ShoVels,
Patent Gross-Cut Saws,
Wood Saws and Saw-Bucks,
Hay and Straw Knives,
Butcher Knives,
Saws, Cleavers, etc,
Counter Scales and Scale Beam,
And many other seasonable articles in the
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1869-12-22

The arrivals and departures up TO 3
P Il. yesterday include the Fanny Bran
deis, from Cairo; Virginia, Louisville 20
New Orleans; Petrolia No. 2, Henderson
and return: Sam. Orr, from Cairo; Pine
Blun, from Wabash River; Hartford, to
f.arfnf aud gff1o
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1869-12-22
,Tner First and Pine and Second ard
Elm Streets,
Portable Engines (saa0 mill size), and
Portable Circular Sdto AfiLls.
Important Notice.

Important Notice.
The usual amount of steam used to do
saving with by the Portible Circular Saw
Mill is from l25 10 $50 pounds pressure per
square inch. / have reduced this amount
and require only from 60 to 50 pounds per
square inch, at which steam Is not con-
sIdered In the least dangerous, and Is, at
the same time, more economical in the
saving of fuel, &c. We append the follow
ing certificate of the first of my new style
Porte Bile Mills, for the noting and careful
perusal of Sawyers and all those desiring
10 purchase, and solicit call and careful
examination, they now being ready on
hand and making, mounted on four strong
wooden wheels, with wide tires and heavy
iron axIes, easily drawn from place, and
always ready for operation in q few hours
or mounted on legs and wooden skids, or
otherwise:
Mr.. KRAFT The Portable Engine you
furnished me, 1 consider as satisfactory and
perfect in every respect as any machine /
ever saw, runs light, uses 90 pounds of
steam for running a double 90 and 80 inch
circular saw mill for a common days bust
ness. An average days work. 6,O0O to
10000 feet of lumber, easy. with IS pounds
OF steam. A. j. CALDWELL,
Lynnvflle Ind.
Other sizes for farm and plantation use
and ali other requirements.
nov 15-6m O. KRAFT.
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1869-12-22
Thefeet and elegant Passenger Steamer
RAPIDAN No =.

RAPIDAN No. =.
Capt. LEE HowELL;
Rob. q. MCMECHAN, Clerk,
Leaves Evansville, as above, every WE'D
NESDAY, promptly at 3 o'clock Pm.
The above line of steamers Will run
during the season as above, connecting at
Danville with the L., @. 81 M. Railroad,
and at Johnsonville with the N. q N. w
Railroad, for all points East and West.
Having been thoroughly repaired and re-
furnished throughout, they offer special
inducements to passengers and shippers
for speed, safety, and comfort.
Orders for pig iron, dressed or undressed
yellow pine lumber, left with our Agent
will receive prompt attention.
Shippers can rely on the boats of this
line leaving promptly, paying special at
tention TO collections and way business.
For freight or passage apply on board, or
to VIM. II. CUNANT,
uOV8 dLf Agent.
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1869-12-22

ITO remove MOth-Fatches, FreeIzfee.
and Tan from the face, use Ferry ~
md FreckIe Lotion. Prepared only So De-
h. g. Perry. Sold by ali druggists
novl7 d3m SPIN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-04
TERMS OF ADVERTISING.

Marriage and Death Notices fifty cts Obitu-
aries viii bo charged at advertisement rates for
toticcs owe: four lines.
Transient advertisements will DC inserted at
former rates, viz; 81 for the first insertion OF
ono square, OF eight lines or less, and twenty
five cents for each subsequent insertion.
For Special Notices or City Items l5 cts. per
line tor tho first insertion, and eight cents per
tine for each subsequent insertion will be
tnarged
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FERTILIZERS.
+ OOKl LOOKl LOOKl

OOKl LOOKl Look
NEW STOREl NEW GOODSl
AND GREAT BARGAINSl
AT /. RA K l. S b AZAAR,
NJ Germans New Building
No. lii King street. nearly opposite Wash ,
Alexis. IL Georgetown r. K. Depot.
Tho subscriber begs leave to inform the Ia
dies and gentlemen that he has opened the
above store with II large assortment Of BOOTS
and SHOES of the best material and work.
manshIp for ladies, misses and children; also,
for men and boys at the very lowest prices.
A good and large stock of HATS and CAPS,
which will sell at New York prices.
Having also bought in New York q very
large stock of the latest styles of CLOTHING
and FURNISHING GOODS, am enabled to
sell cheaper than any 9th er house in this city
l would advise every body TO give me call
before purchasing elsewhere.
Great inducements offered to country mer-
chants and farmers. Goods sold BY the pack
age or case IGNAS RAMMEL,
l44 King street,
second door from the corner of st. Asaph
nov i2-lm
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A REUrrF.-They tell capital story OF ex,
Chiet Baron Pollock, that one who wished
him to resign waited on him, and limited 1t,
suggesting it for his own sake, entirely with
view TO the prolougaton of his own valued
lie, &c. The old man arose, and said, with
his usual, dry gravity, "Wil you dance with
me-" The guest stood aghast as the Lord
Ciief Baron, who prided himself particularly
upon his legs, began to caper about with GER
tain youthful vlvacity. Seeing his visitor
standing surprised, be carercd up to him, and
said. well. it you don't dance with me, will
you box with me?" Aud with that he squared
up to him. and halt in jest, halt in earnest.
fairly boxed him out OF the room. The old
Chief Baron had ~ more visitors anxiOusly
iuQuiriog after his health, and suggesting bis
refinement.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-04

4 SCGGESTION TO HOUSEWIVES. We copy
the following from "blrs. liunnibees Diary"
in that excellent rural weekly, Hearth and
Home:
This morning, while exploring the recesses
@. my cellar, | was remnde OF Il good little
story picked up somewhere. In the closet
found a dozen or more cucumbCrS, moudy and
d,cayc1, two or three potatoes sprouted around
the wall, the cocoa pot, rarely used In hot
weather, with the mOUldy dregs in it Of the
last beverage odorous and appetizng; and yet
my halt il better than the average, with re-
spect to ueatneSs and order. This is the story
10 briet: \ housekeeper finding her affairs
very much entangled betook herself to wise
Old hermit Tor advice lie listened patiently
10 the tale ot her grievances, then retiring to
an inner chamber brought out a very curious
lo0kag box carefully sealed. Take this, said
he, Keep It for one year, and three times
every day and three times every night carry II
mto the kitchen, the cellar and the stable, anu
80 :, down in each corner. BE sure to Drlng
:. hncL ot the end OF the year. The good
romon faithfully followed these Instructions
Tho next day, as she was carrying the box into
the cellar she met servant VINO hau oeeh
secretly drawing from tue wine casS' htI'e
Liter s6a went into the kitchen and founu q
maid entertaining half dozen OF her iTienuS
with the rood cheer Of her mistress. In the
stable She discovered neglectS Of the coachman
and 6osticr. At the end Of the year she car
r;rJ the box back, but begged that she mi ght
retain it, 50 wonderful was the change It had
wrought. You can not keep the box, said
the hermit, but the secret you shall have:
lie opened it, and on paper was written this
coupet:
She that would thrive most prosperousIy,
unrsnlr mnst eYerv corner see
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W. MALLS.

! W NAILS Is. w MALLS
"a MES W. MALLS s. SON,
j 1877 King st.. Aleys., Va:
Dealers in HARDWARE, CUTLERY,
Carpenters Tools, Doors, Sash. Blinds, Door
Bal Bausters, Of different patterns, and Newell
Posts. A largo stock of French and American
Glass, double and single thick. of al sizes
Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Paint and White Wash
Brushes, Lewis Pure White Lead. and other
Machine Oil AlIs? y dGGt !sas 5 & -a5ai:
3 "s Augers and other articles found IN nrst
class Buiide.s' Furnishing estsblishIments
All orders for Lumber. Brick and All KINDS
of Building Material, promptly ATTENDED 10.
Terms cash. ioo - "
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TNCOURh1E HOME INDUSTRY.
VIRGINIA SASH, DOOR AND FRAME
FACTORY,

FACTORY,
Corner Queen and Fairfax sts., Alexa..
We have now made up 500 doors of all sizes.
from 81 to $40; 500 Windows Of Sash, glazed
and unglazed cheap; 200 pairs Blinds, all
sizes; 10 OOO feet Moudings 40 different pat
terms. Will make at short notice Window and
Door Frames, Brackets, &c, Novels, Bslus-
ters and Hydrants constantly oh hand. liber-
al discounts made TO dealers.
Being practical mechanics ourselves, we feel
confident that we can please our customers.
Planning, Tongue and Growing, Saving.
Turning and Scroll-Sawing done in the best
manner.
plans and specifications furnished TO parties
contracting with us for building materials.
mar2 RISHEILL s. HODGE.
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FANCY GOODS. &c.

FANCY GOODS, Nc.
FUKs AND MILLINERY GOODS
Just received q largo assortment Of
such a. pure SABLE CAPES and MUFFS,
SABLE MINK MUFFS and COLLARS 81
BERIAN SQUIRREL MUFFS AND COL
AIRS. Carrokule Sscques and Muiis Astrakan
Collars and Mutfs, Ermine Collars and Nuts
and u large assortment of
CHILDREN'S FURS;
Swsnsdown and Ermino Trimmings
Furs made and repaired at tho shortest no
tice.
Also, good assortment Of seasonable
MILLINERY GOODS,
such as Bonnets, Hats, Flowers, Feathers, Rib
bons, Velvets, &c.
A full line of GENTS and BOY'S HATS
and CAPS. Miss {. A. HEWITT,
No. so King ST Evans old stand
oct 30-2m Alexandria. Virginia
MILLINERY, PONNETS AND HATS.
Beautiful work constantly on hand and at
very low prices. Call and SEQ th"m at
Mrs. g. L. SIMPSONS,
No l25 King street,
nov Show room up stairs.
nFFICE POTOMAC FERRY CoMP'Y..
~ Seventh Street w hari, ,,,
WAsu,sGToHro mosroS SoyTGS&sssp TT S&spAY, "a 23rd
instant. steamers of this limo Will MAKE tneiI
usual hourly trips between ALEXANDRIA
and WASHINGTON from a. m. Last trip
from either end Of line At p IN. r1rvs
The WAWASET will continue her l U ES =
DAY and FRIDAY trips down the Potomf c
leaving Washington st 6 q. H., and ALexanr ria
s S. HOWISON
roy 22-2w Prest Pot Ferry Com py.
NENTLEMEN's GOODS.
We deal largely in all goods for lnen and
boys and keep constantly ON hard"
Fine Black French Cloths.
Beautiful Colore1 Tweeds. Beaver Cloths.
| Real Doeskin French Cassimeres.
Elegant Black Silk Velvet Nestlng.
And have full stock of Tailors I'rimmin gs
We contract to have goods ma1e up In th'
best style. ,,non
nov IL. N'Nb'
Jos' L. GEIda'
MERCHANT TAILOR,
NO. : SOUTH ROYAL STREET,
! Has lust received q good li'Ie of
0A0 Ms; ;CAssIMEREs.
| and VESTING
for gentlemen's wear, 60 which he invites ut a a.
tention. OCT %i-li
Use JANNEY'S CELEBKATED Chill
BLAIN LINlMENT.
An INFALLIBLE CURE FOR FROSTEl
FEET
PRICE twenty-iiye cents per bottle. For sal
bv ali Druggists and country storo keeper;
JANNEY 81 CO,
rov2l Sole Proprietors.
CAUSAGE CUTTERS AND SUFFERS {
- the best kinds, received at s. King street;
For sale wholesale and retail at low prices b
| decl IT. CREIGHTON X son.
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BUILDING MATERIAL.

BUILDING MATERIAL.
A LEXANDRIA planning MILLS.
ROBERT JAMESON. BOYD II. SMITH.
JAMESON & SMITH,
JOHN Il. LAMBDEN, Superintendent
Nos % and 81 Water ST.,
Are prepared to furnish at short notice and
on reasonable terms
SASH, DOORS,
BLINDS, BRACKETS,
MOULDINGS,
BALLUSTERS,
Newell POSTS.
WEATHER-BOARDIN
SIDING, BOX STUFF,
DRAWER STUFF,
PANELS, &c. e..
And to execute all kinds of Scroll Saving
and Wood farming, Planning, TongGcing and
Growing and Surfacing done in the best man
ner. They will also furnish plans and speci-
cations for dwellings, stores Gnd other building.
iy 2-tf
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DEAD AND REFLECT
ANNOUNCEMENT EXTRAORDINARY !
Having greater facilities than ever before, |
am now prepared TO furnish BOOTS and
SHOES of tho best material ard workmansh ship
at greatly reduced prices.
Have now on hand and am constantly re-
ceiving a full supply of BOOTS and SHOES
for Ladies, Misses, Children and Infants; also,
Men, Youths and Boys, suitable for city or
country wear.
A cali is all that is asked, when you Will he
fully convinced of the truth.
HATS HATS HATS
Have just received large supply of the latest
styles OF HATS, and will hereafter keep on
hand good as ,ortmcnt, At prices to suit
LEATHER AND DSHOE-FINDINGS.
In addition to my large and well selected
stock of Boots, Shoes and Hats. | have added
u fine assortment Of LEATHER and SHOE
FINDINGS, comprising everything found in
a first class Leather and Shoe Finding estab
lshment French and American Calf Skins of
the best quality. such "a tho Jadot. Merciec,
Levens Dupont and other widely known brands
always on hand.
Great inducements offeed to Country Incr-
chants. Goods sold by the package or case.
All work warranted to givo entire satstac-
ton.
Country merchants about to lay in their stock
for the fall and winter, would do well to give
me call before purchasing elsewhere,
/ will sell goods at lower prices and better
articles than any other house in the State.
j. KAUFMAN'S Emporium,
Cor. King and Royal SITS.
sop 24-3m Alexandria, Va.
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BOOTS AND SHOES.
FALL AND WINTER TRADE.
1869.
II KING STREET .... ........,....
ALEXANDRIA,, VA.

The subscriber bas now on hand and can af
ford to sell at prices to suit tho times one of the
largest and best assorted stocks Of Ladies,
Gentlcmen's Misses aid ChilIrens Boots and
Shoes, of fine and coarse work, ever before Of
fered for sale in this market. His long expo
rience in the trade has enabled him to procure
stock manufactured from the best material
and in the most durable and stylish manner,
and on tho most favorable terms, and with such
advantages ho can afford to sell y. cheap rs the
cheapest His stock comprises in part
Mems Heavy Kip Boots, suitable for farmers.
Mems Heavy Calf Boots
Mems Calf Stitched Scotch Bottom Boots.
Mems Calf Stitch Riding Boots.
Gentlemens Fine Dress Boots
Boys Fine Dress Boots.
Boys Calf and Kip Shoes and Boots.
Ladies Fine Lasting Boots of every descrip-
ton.
Ladies' Calf, Ki!, Goat and Morocco Boots.
Misses
Chldron's Boots and Shoes of every style and
description.
A largo stock of heavy Gods suitable for the
country trade, to which he invites tho attention
of country merchants and farmers.
sep l0-3m w. B. WADDEY.
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VIZ OOD AND COAL

WOOD AND COAL FOR SALE AT NO.
w 26, KING ST, IN THE YARD.
500 tons of Locust Mountain Egg.
120 tons of Lorberry Red Ash do.
800 tons celebrated Lyons Valley do.
l50 tons Locust Mountain Stove.
lC0 tons Lorberry Red Ash do.
Cumberland Coal on hand at all times.
To arrive per schr. j. Hotchkns -
900 tons Locust Mountain Egg.
50 tons Furnace do.
l25 tons Lorberry Red Ash do.
Also, sn assorted csrgo of Johns celebrated
White Ash and St. Nicholas Mine Coal.
Coal sold hero as low a, elsewhere.
aug Diff JOHN LEATHERLAND
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EDUCATIONAL.

Tho second quarter of this School begins
Wednesday, December lst Terms moderate.
Apply as above,
nov l9-lw X. KEMPER, Principal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-04

The CASE OF Dr.. SCHOEPPE, under sentence
at death tor the poisoning of Miss Steinecke,
has excited general interest throughout the
country and 10 many instances much sympathy.
Ii is avcrred by the friends of the unfortunate
man that the testimony as to the discovery of
prussic acid in the stomach of the deceased was
ui 50 slight, and indefinite character as not to
warrant the verdict of the jury, and that Dr.
Schoppe had previously torne an irreproachable
name among his fellow citizens. On the other
hand it is believed that the evidence adduced
on the trial was OF so positive and damaging
character that there is no room to doubt the
guilt OF the prisoner At any rate, no one will
believe for u moment that the Executive of
Pennsylvania is moved by any other than a
simple desire 10 metC out justice In accordance
with the laws Of the Commonwealth. So
careful. indeed, was he in his final action that,
not fully satisfied with the finding OF the Jury,
he submitted the case to the Attorney General
ot the State, who was directed to review all of
the testimony and report the result OF his in
yestigatiOn, together with such recommenda-
lions as he saw fit under the circumstances.
The Attorney General performed that duty and
reported 10 the Governor that he could not on
careful investigation find any excuse for Exccu
tive clemeucy in the case Of the condemned
man. Under these circumstances the Cover
nor signed the death warrant Of DR.. Schoeppe,
who will row, in all probability, suffer the ex-
treme penalty of the Law, Among other facts
reported by the Attorney General to the Gov
ernor was the circumstance that the accused
purchased prusSic acid at two different places
within fifteen days prior to the death OF Miss
Steiuecke;t that the unfortunate ladywbose death
l. laid at the door of DIR. Scheppo was, apparent
E,inSound health on the day before the prisoner
is known to have prescribed for her; that she had
walked to the bank and had drawn the money
thence on her check. On the next day, about
tea time she was heard to say that "the doc
tor lSchoeppe) had given her something to
make her sleep" The next day she was una
bic to leave her bed, and within twenty-iOur
hours after her tea table declaration she was
corpse, The day after her death check was
presented at the bank where she kept her ac-
count, BY the prisoner, which was 50 palpable
forgery that payment was refused and last
ly, after her death, will was found reversing
the already vel. known disposition of her eff
iccts in favor of the prisoner, Paul Schoeppe,
which was witnessed only by the father Of the
prisoner, aud was pronounced by those familiar
9TH her signature also forgery, Under such
circumstances it is not easy to see how the
Executive OF the State could do otherwise than
sign the death warrant OF DR.. Schoeppe.
Washington CfORtc'e.
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ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE
AND VIRGINIA ADVERTIS Err,
For the COuntry,)
ut l. published regularly on TU ESDAYS.
THU ESDAYS and SATURDAYS, at Sc per
annum-payablc in advance.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-04

VIM. COGAN,
No. l5 North Royal street
Has constantly on hand u largo and complete
assortment of
CHANDELIERS,
BRACKETS,
HASPS,
PENDANTS,
AND PORTABLE DROP
LIGHTS IN VARIETY
PHOTOGRAPH, MICA and
OTHER SHADES
CUT, GROUND AND PLAIN GLOBES;
ALSO
STEAM PIPE CAGES, COCKS. VALVES,
and everything in tho Steam Fitting Line.
Public Buildings AM Dwellings furnished
and fitted up with Gas in the most substantial
and elegant manner.
Steam Work for Factories, Mills, sc. prompt
ly and faithfully executed; All NJ prices which
will give satisfaction. nv S-tf
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w o o D

@r Coal Docks, Alexandria, Va and George.
town, d. g. oct l8-tf
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DEMO VAL!
CRYsTALIZED OIL MANUFACTORY
Removed TO
NO. 43 KING STREET,
where will also be found
IMPROVED BURNERS,
LAMPS CHIMNEYS, WICKS, g., 49,,
al reasonable prices.
A. G. LUTHER & CO,
son4-tf 43 King St, Alexe.. Va.
HARDWARE, CUTLERY, &C., FOR THE
II FALL TRADE,
At So King street, corner of Royal:
The subscribers are now receiving thor sup,
Kinds OF Hardware, Cutlery, &C., usually found
in Grst-class establishment W.
Persons in want will please examine. We
nrefer the goods and prices TO recommend
themselves. Call at SO King street c,N
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PoNNETS AND HATS.

Beautiful work constantly on hand and at
very low prices Call and seq th"m at
Mrs. g. L. SIMPSONS,
No l25 King street,
nov q Show room up stairs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-04

ment of Gunpowder. Young Hyson, Impe-
rial, Japan, ooIong and English 6FfAN'Sss, san
which | offer as low as the same f"a'''''
DC S''u ''''' G. WM. MSAY,
,. l47 King street.
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COOKS CELEBRATED ATT c = nv
The iGo5eI9Sfa days for coughs Colds
Hosrseness &C., which they offer for sale whole
saIe sale and retail COOK & CREIGHTON,
sAIo and .0''' 107 King Street.
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CAUSAGE CUTTERS AND SUFFERS tt
- the best kinds, received at So King street; -
For sale wholesale and retail at low prices by
decl 1T. CREIGHTON X son.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-04

Price twenty five cents per bottle. For sale
bv sll Druggists and country storo keepers.
JANNEY & CO,
nov0l Sole Proprietors.
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ss;sD5- IL SsESssS.

\ sp'en.!il ..ock, beautiful durable and cheap,
oct ii III Al WADDEI'-, Il King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-04

Married Persons, or Young Men comtempla
ness, Organic Debility, Deformities, specdH, ,
cured.
He who places himself under tho care OF Dr.
j. may religiously conAde in his honor as ;
gentleman and confidently rely upon his sh'!
as physician
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Cash paid for old Iron and Brasa.

OAS AND STEAM FITTING.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1869-04-27
Lead me to the Rock that is Higher
Than :"
The idea usually drawn f

The idea usually drawn from these
words is that of the greatness and
strength Of our Refuge, Christ. But
besides this, there is IN the words
'higher than | meaning whose ten
derness and pathos make this one of
the sweetest verses in the Bible. A
refuge high indeed, but not too high.
One standing below the cliffs of Mag
ara is impressed with the grandeur
of the scene, and is filled with awe as
he looks above him; but the idea of
looking there for shelter from the
storm never enters his mind. Fol-
this he would rather look for some
little cleft in the rock, just large
enough for him to creep into; place
where he could nestle down and fee
the shelter close to him on every side
So with our Refuge, Christ: a Rock
higher than we, indeed; but not toe
high to be reached and felt: a shelter
close fitting and warm, as well as
grand and high.
Crock of ages, cleft for me,
Let me hide myself in thee"
E. P. W.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1869-04-27
A Beautiful AIleqory.

A traveller, who spent some time in
Turkey, relates beautiful parable
which was told him by dervish, and
which seemed more beautiful than
Sterne's celebrated figure of the accu-
sing spirit and recording angel -
Every man." said the dervish, "has
two angels, one on his right shoulder
and one on his left. When he does
anything good, the angel on the right
shoulder writes it down and seals it,
because what has been we'll done is
done forever: When he does evil. the
angel on the left writes it down. and
he waits till midnight. Ii before that
time the man bows his head and ex-
claims, Gracious Allah ! | have sinned
forgive and the angel rnbs out the re
cord but if not, at midnight he seals
it, and the beloved angel on the right
shoulder weeps."