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The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1870-01-22
A Popular Error.

1t has ever been to us matter of
amazemcnt that so many people indulge
the ridiculous idea, that anybody has
brains enough to be farmer, and that
the veriest ignoramus is as capable of
managing the details of plantation as
the man who has devoted a lifetime to
the subject We cannot conceive of a
greater error than this. As we have
repeatedly asserted in these columns.
there is no occupation that requires more
skill and Judgment than farming, and no
other human pursuit so intimately iden-
tilted with nearly all of the leading
sciences. A writer on this subject
forcibly says -" Farming is a profes-
sion, not to say a science II any one
doubts this statement, let him leave his
city home-for no one bred in the co,ln-
try will doubt it-and undertake to
cultivate even garden of half an acre
for the summer. He will then find that
knowledge is as essential to the right
use of the spade as of the pen, and that
there is as great a difference between
the scientific farming of Flanders, where
literally not weed is to be seen, and
that of many of our farmers, the wealth
of whose soil is about equally divided
between fruits and weeds, as between
the trade of a modern commercial city
and the barter Of a back-wood settle
ment. 1t is true that agriculture has
been last to receive the impetus of
modern science. 1t is true that many
agriculturists are content to go on in
the way of their fathers, because cxpcr-
iments arc costly But it is also true
that they are unable to compete with
those who understand the use Of new
instruments, methods and fcrtiIizcrs.-
Agriculture is also becoming in this
country a popular recreation. Many
gentleman is content to spend on his
country-seat money which he makes in
the counting-room. The practical farm
er is thus able to get the benefit of
experiments without paying for them.
* 1t will not he long before
something Of library will be part of
the furniture of every well ordered
form, ,,
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1870-01-22
The Canadian Thistle.

We often allude to this the vilest
pest the farmer has to contend against
when it is allowed to get foot hold
We say allowed; because it cannot get a
foothold where farm is free of it except
it has permission to do so from the
occupier of the land 1t usually visits
him in purchased seeds or it may steal
over his lines from the lands of Il care
less neighbor; but in either event it is
easy to dispatch it if taken in time, and
the farmer who neglccts to take it in
time and destroy it root and branch, is
disqualified to be the tillcr of the soil.
and besides commits an offence against
the law, and community which the law
is intended to protect Where only a
few thistles make their appearance. as
they commonly do in patches, they
should be totally removed, not piece
Of root the size of fnger-nai should
be left or it will produce a shoot
Where they suddenly appear in large
numbers they should be cut oil close to
the ground, and just before rain the
hollows in the stalks should be filled
with common salt One dose this way
is enough But should they exist in
still larger numbers, cutting down with
the scythe as fast as they appear, and
frequent cultivation of the ground, will
exterminate them.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1870-01-22
Etrns"nt01ra Teleyropf,

FooT-RoT IN CALvEs.--Takc pint
of turpcntine; one ounce of finely pull
vcrized corrosive sublimatc; one ounce
of gum camphor. Let the mixture
stand for twenty-four hours when it
will be fit for use. The value of this
liniment depends greatly upon the fine
ness to which the corrosive sublimate is
pulverized. This is the most panetrat-
ing linment in the world. 1t DESTROYS
all infection, putridity, liberation, old
running sores, proud flesh, and all skin
and bone diseases of the animal. In
using always shake the bottle well
before taking out the stopper. Pour
the liquid into an earihen vessel, as it
corrodes vessels of metal. Apply with
q little mop of soft rag tied on stick,
once day for FIVE days, then omit for
three days. If the IMMINENT is too
severe, grease with hogs lard, wash
the parts clean and apply again,
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1870-01-22
FAR IND HOUSEHOLD.

~ TO any who will contribute an coca
sonal article to this column-once a month
or oftener if so incllned--we will send copy
of The Whi1 free
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

The HoRrICULTURE AND SEED STORE
of K. Y. Teas, 9Th street, supplies a
want long felt in this city. the spirit of
Floral Embellishments among us is year
ly increasing, and it is particularly 30
among the Ladies.
An establishment like that of MI. Teas
affords chance to procure at low rates,
all the common and we'll known favor
ties, but many of the rare and new varie-
ties not only in Flowery Plants and
Shrubs, bedding out plants, &c, &C.,
but also ornamental Shru.s and Ever
greens of any valuable manner or kind.
Vegetables and Flower Seeds in great
variety,
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Harvey at the Lyceum Building per-
haps is shedding an abundance of flight
upon all those who will favor him with
an order for one of his improved Gas
Lamps.
They are cheap, safe, reliable and ther Q
are some very enthusiastic persons who
contend that the light which his Lamps
produce, is better and cheaper than day
light.
We are not expressing our opinion on
that subject, but we do say that you had
better go and see him.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
ALCOCK's POROUS PLASTER.

precedented fame. They are universally approved:
They support, strengthen and aid the growth OF
muscles They appear to have peculiar enecs
upon the nerves, ailayug irritability, while supply
ing warmth, Thew seem to accumulate electricity,
and aid the circulation of the blood through the part
where applied BY which healthy actions are induced
Even in paralysis, where articulation was sus-
pended the use of the Porous Pasters to the spine
restored the articulation and materially red uced
the paralysis. In fact the patient could not nelp
she was as helpless as baby. We refer to MRS.
Sally Elliot, Spring field, Mass.
Sold by Druggists. Agency, Brsndetn House.
New York. 4w-6-chp eco.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

New SrAND-These noted Tobacco
nists, the DRIFMEYERs' have opened G
where they keep constantly on hand a
full and complete assortment of the pop
ular brands of Cigars and Tobacco, for
which they have made themselves fa-
nous, and where they are prepaid to ex-
tend additional facilities to their old
friends and the public generally.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
List of II. Patients

Issued to citisens of Indiana for the week ending
April 18th, 1870, and each bearing that date Re-
ported weakly for the Palladium, from the office of
David A. Burr, Solicitor of Patents and attorne y in
Patent cases, Washington City, D. C.
No. 10l, 97s-Belt R-placer; VIM. G.. BRIDGE.
Michigan City.
10l987-Slate Washer; Samuel G.. Dupdale.
Richmond.
1ol,o4O-Harness Buckle; George Revner. Ind;.
annapolis.
102.050-Funnel Can-Filter; Thomas Scantlin.
Evansville
l02, 076-Buckle: John ]. Adair, Portland. a ssipn.
o. 70 William J. Hney, ssme place.
l02 091-Head Block of Saw Mill; James A.
Clark, Leavenworth.
1O2, 199-P Pump; Benz. +. Gustin, .Middletown.
Design 3,973--Masonic Chart; James Ames. In
dianapos. -
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

EXCURSION Several of our most
prominent business men are off this A.
~, on an Excursion to the 'Sundov
Creek Coal Mines in Perry County, o.
We've been to Perry County and after
crawling up and sliding down its inter-
mediate hills. had very little idea that
they would turn out rich in mineral
treasures, as the sectional specimen on
vauRhn's corner promises. But we are
glad to know that even the hills in Per
~ county were not made in vain-but
in veins
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Ezra Nye and Starr have on sale the mos.
attractive and Elegant Styles of Enamelei
Slate Mantels in imitation of the finest Euro.
pean and American Marble that have ever been
seen in Richmond.
When it is considered that slate is many
fold stronger finer grained. and more enduring
than marble it will be seen that these NANTES
possess great, and, decided advantages over any
other style in use, and their beauty is undispu-
ted.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

CHAPTER Two.-Now that the "Radi.
cal' is approaching the downhill of life,
we recommend that it solace itself with
the Second Chapter of the History of the
"Great Revival" The Literary repu.
tation which that paper CAMEL by its
early historic efforts should encourage
it to renewed exertion and the ripe ac-
emulation Of Incidents, both public and
private, which is ready for the pen of a
ready writer, makes it imperative that
the "Radicar' should come up to the
scratch.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

RETURNED an absence Of near
ly one year, (lacking two days,) DR..
city on Sunday morning last. A. S.
BLANCHARD, his travelling companion,
arrived at New York with the Doctor,
and paid a visit to his father and moth
er at Brookfield, Mass. he will probably
arrive at home next week. We welcome
the Doctor back again.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

CANvAss1Na.-Our young friend. J..
ED. IL1FF. is now soliciting subscribers
for Mark Twain's s:Innocents Abroad"
There are $50 pagesin this work. and
3S4 engravipgs. Price from SO to So.
He is also the only Agen. in the city
for the expose of Mormons, and Nor
monism,'' by N. Green. 1t contains
472 pages, and the price is from 81 to
81 SO. They are both interesting works
and can only be had by subscribing for
them.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

ANDY SPRINGER. the longest and old
est, end GEO. j. GUILFoRD, the coolest
and most comfortable man in the Circus
business, were in town and billed it FOR
Jim Robinson Circus and Animal Show.
Robinson is the finest rider in the world,
and his show like good wine, needs no
BUSH
This metropolitan establishment is
on its way west by rail, and will never
quit going west until they get among
the nuggets and pig tails of California.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
EXTRA ANNOUNCEMENT.

Now is the time to buy good Ha. or
Cap. All the latest styles on hand, and
to he sold at COST PRICE. to close out the
whole Stock on account Of engaging in
another business. GAUSEPOHL.
THE Halter, 226 Main ct.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Last Tuesday while purchasing cartridges
at Irwin Reed Sons store Thomas Jussup
accidently shot himself through the hand with
. small revolver. The ball passed in between
the middle fingers and came out near the
wrist, inficting very painful wound, though
fortunately breaking no bones. Mr.. Jessup
was intending to start for California on We'd
nesday.-Telegram.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

OLIVE LoGAN,-Lectured to quite q
large and apprecistive audience, on Fri
day night last, at Lyceum Hall We
had not the pleasure of hearing her, but
those who had speak Of it in the highest
terms Of praise.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
THE HOME for the FRIENDLESS

Has been fitted up with Laundry, and has for the
washing and ironing. By this means we have been
able to contribute largely towards supplying the
daily wants of the Home We would respectfully
solicit the patronage of the public, and warrant sat
isfacton. Clothes will be sent for aud returned in
good order at as low rates or lower than anywhere
else. The application for washing may be left at the
post office, the Home South 9th street, the
corner of Market, with any one of the managers.
On behalf OF the Board.
R.M COFFIN, President.
Richmond, Sept.1 1869.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

The largest and the finest assortment
OF Pipss and smokers articles generally,
can always be found at Leive's Tobacco
House, e2S Main Street.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
FOR SALE.

Having engaged extensively in the Tobacco
and Cigar business ct 228 Main street, offer
tho Continental Saloon and Billiard Rooms
for sale on very reasonable terms.
IT, CHAs. LEIvE.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

The best Tobacco's. and specially
both in quality and prices, at Leive's
Tobacco and Cigar Emporium, No. 22e
Main Street.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Yeo & Shoemaker shipped one of their
Threshers and Horse Powers to East Tonnes
see, few days ago. The trade Of this estAb-
lishment now extends into almost every State
of the Union
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

GIBBS, at the North End marke. is refulgen
with fine meats, and the finest fresh Fish o
the season.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

For love of Bonnet and beauti-
full Trimmings, go to Mrs. S. A lifts,
few doors North of First National
Bank, on Franklin Street, East side.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Mayor Bennett drives one OF the fines
psir of "Red Oaks" we have seen for
many day.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

We are Smoking fine article of To-
bacco from Leive's new house, 228
Main Street
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

That Veteran Blower, Jim Mitchell was in
town yesterday for about the time of two bars
and . rest.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

fore to accommodate their customers with any article
of clothing they may need, made to order to from
the best OF material, which they have now on hand.
No. $780, Main street. Their prices reasonable.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Bob Knollenberg has new signs upon, an
new curtains behind his windows
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

That Popular Livery Stable Proprie-
tor, Mr. VIM: Conner offers his fine Ba-
rouches, and Hackney Coaches, to the
public for city calls or pleasure rides,
by the hour, with good teams and care
full drivers.
Call at the office Of his Stable Main
street between 5th and 9th streets.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

E. 81. Dennis and family are expected here
| on Thursday, and will take up their residence
on 9th street.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Co uld'nt DR.. Hibberd be induced to
give Lecture or two on the subject of
his late trip? Say one for the benefit of
the Orphans Home, and one for the ben
eft of the Home of the Friendless, or
for his own benefit, or anybody elsess.
benefit, we don't PARTICULARLY care
whose.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Go to the Clothing Store of B. & w. Frank
lie, 1858 Main Street, for every article Of wear
ing apparel you may need, and you can be sure
of purchasing at fair rates tor Cash. Remem-
Der the sign of the Zouave.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

For the best Brands of Fine Cigars at
the lowest prices, call at Leiye's. 228
Main Street.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
BOARD WANTED.

Board Wanted permanently for Cen
tleman and Wife. in private Family.
Address, w. F. H.,
Post Office.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

TO CONSERVATIVES. Providentlialy my
| daughter restored to health by simple means,
s'dhout mea'e.ne The PARTICULARS will be sent fres
REUBEN E. HoUNsLow, Stockton St., Brooklyn, Long
Island. n4-4w
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
WANTED an active man ,


SP OVODo in each County in the States,
to travel and take orders by samples, for fE A.
COFFEE and SPICES. To suitable men we will
give salary of 5000 to ST. 600 year, above travel
ing and other expenses, and reasonable commlssio
on sales.
parties References exchanged. Apply to. or al.
dress Immediately. J. PACKER CO,
Continental Mills,
3Sl Bowery, New York
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

~ Go to H. G. Elliott for the cheapest car
pets, 1854 Main street.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
Arrivals and Departures of Mails.

~Ofice openfrom 1880 A. n. to 1902 o.
Sunday, fro m 300 to l0:00AM
L. II. JULIAN. n.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

V Window shades. Oil cloths, Mattings
and Rugs cheap at Harry Eiliotts.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

SHUMARD's Reversible Cato Latch is the bes!
thing we ever saw.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

jos. S. Iliff, Esq, will be happy to see
all who use the weed, at Leive's Stand
228 Main Street.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
A Great Chance for Agents !

II 0T6aC UHaHC6 IOf ABtHLS
Cts to 800 per month. We want to en-
ploy good agent in every County in the U.
8. on commission or salary TO introduce our
World Renowned Patent White Wire Clothes
Lines will last a hundred years. If you want
profita ble and pleasant employment, address R. S.
BUSH CO. Manufacturers, IS William st., ". T.,
or Is Dearborn St., Chicago. n4-4w
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

N-HANDLE ROUTE:
Pittsburg, Cincin'tt, and st. Louis Railway.
On and after JAM 1st, 20, Trains will follows
EASTWARD.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Conkiing at No 227 Main street keeps the
best Cigars in the city.
Call on Conkling At No. 227 Main street for
choice Tobacco and Cigars.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
THIRTY DEADLY PoIsONs,

according the Journal of Chemistry, are sold in
this market change the color Of the hair The
cal Ga SAYS that they worthless dyes and
that their sale 10 q 'oRINE.' The proprietors dare
not subnsis them to chemical analysis.
Christadoro's Excelsior Hair Dye,
Chiffon the great ytica chemist, and pronounce
ed absolutely harmLess, we'll as efcient See his
oritten certificate, C;stadoros, Aston House, New
York. --
CHKISTADORO'S HAIR PRESERvATlVE, a.
dressing, acts like charm on the Hair after Dye
ing. Fry it. 4w-o.cn.p .Sco.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

For Business suit 60 to Swope.
For Dress suit go to Swope.
For Summer suit 60 to Swope.
For Vest or q coat or Pans go to Swope.
For q Wedding suit. (don't blush) go to
Swope's corner Main and Marion.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26
LOCAL COLUMNS.
RICHMOND INDIANA:
APRIL &c, 1870.

A. 8. KINNAN
will address his fellow-citizens of Rich
mond and vicinity, at Phillips Hall, on
Wednesday Evening, April 9th. La
dies and Gentlemen are respectfully in
vited to hear his defense.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Conkling keeps Detroit Tobacco at 227 Mai
street.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

~ For your Carpets, Oil cloths Window
shades. 60 to h. @. Elliott. q Haynes old
stand 264 Main street. e4t/.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

uvHE UNDERSIGNED has been appointed ad-
ministrator of the estate of James R. Menden-
hall, late of Wayne county, Indiana, deceased. All
during the present year, will be paid promptly
circumstances will admit. Those indebted to the
estate requested to make prompt settlement The
estate is probably solvent "
JAS. E. MENDENHALL,
n5.St Administrator.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1870-04-26

Richmond, Sept.1. 1869.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1870-02-25
Shark and Turtle.

Sharks are ugly customers to deal
with in the water, and they make
short work of most kinds of fish, when
hungry. But turtles, though excel
lent eating, are not readily caught, ev-
en- by sharks. The following is an ac-
count of fight between a shark and
a turtle:
One day, while lying at anchor, and
whistling for a breeze, the steward
rushed in with a strange announce
ment that shark and turtle were en-
gagged in q fight alongside. Doubtful
and amazed at the account of so unus-
ual and so unequal a combat, we all
rushed on deck, and there, sure enough
We saw an immense an shark, and a
turtle of venerable antiquity, if one
might judge by his size, and the pro-
fusion of barnacles and other parasites
with which he was decorated.
Without respect for his age, and
Quaker-like habits, the shark made
furious charges at poor turtle, who op-
posed the dangerous jaws of the enemy
with the full front of his back, on
which no impression could be made.
On one occasion the turtle did not
turn quite sharp enough, which cost
him the greater part OF one unlucl<y
fiipper.
Indignant at the perversion of such
an aldermanic banquet to the voraci-
Gus and indiscriminating appetite of n
shark, our skipper intervened with a
harpoon, but with such ill-judged aim,
that it fell butt-end foremost, instead
of at the point, whereupon, in our dis
appointment, we would gladly have
pitched him after. 1t, however, an
swered the purpose of soaring away
the shark for few moments, which
the turtle made the most of to scuttle
off to the bottom, where he was safe
from the attacks of his ravenOus adj
mirer
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1870-02-25
Hints to Gas Burners.

The following advice, given by the
Journal of Commerce, may be advan-
tageOusly followed by those who use
gas:
/. If your burners are of common
fish tail or bat wing form, you will OBJ
serve in the centre of the blaze dark
spot of unconsumed gas if you see
this dark shadow extend to the top of
the blaze, then there is more gas rush
ing through unconsumed than what
is really giving light. Turn down the
gas until the shadow is halfan inch
from the circumference of the blaze,
and you will have a steadier, better
light, and will burn all the gas regis
tered in the meter, but neglect this
rule, and the meter will register twice
as fast under the pressure, and you will
pay for gas you do not burn.
I'd. At a certain hour of the night
when churches and halls, and stores,
turn off their gas, the pressure is in
creased all over that district of the
city; watch your burners, and reduce
the pressure once more.
Sd. If you have burners in chambers
and in the kitchen, and in your ser
IOOAn1f VI
the pressure at the burners, take the
trouble to regulate it at the meter so
as to allow each burner only so much
blaze at certain hour, even if the
burners are turned on full blast.
4th. Don't think it too much trouble
to turn off the gas every night at the
meter, as this stops leakages all over
the house between the meters and the
burners. More gas is paid for which
is lost by leakage than regular con-
sumption.
5th. If you have leak in the house,
search for it, and, when found, heat
the metal with a lamp, and rub ce-
ment (such as is used for fruit cans in
the crack. If the leak is at the screw
joint, the fault is in the thread; notify
the gas company or gas-fitter imme-
diately. 1t pays to stop leaks.