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Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22
A Ship Canal.
THE UPPER WATERS OF THE CHESAPEAKE AND DEL
AWARE nay. n

THE UPPER WATERS OF THE cHEsApEAKE AND DEL
AWARE Ray.
President John W. Garrett, in his address to
the stockholders of the Baltimore and Ohio
Railroad, on Wednesday, made new and to our
readers very interesting proposition. He said /:
The rapid development Of the commerce of
Baltimore must soon demand that a first-class
ship canal be constructed to unite the waters of
the upper Chesapeake with those of the Della
ware bay. In view of the vast regions, North
west West, Southwest and South. which are
using, and to a continuously increasing extent,
Baltimore as their entrepot, the economy that
can be effected by this canal makes the enter
prise one of national importance.
Baltimore enjoys striking advantages for coast
wise commerce with the Southern States, with
the West Indies and with South America If,by
TIE construction of a canal of but twenty miles
in length, more than twenty-four hours naviga-
ton can be economical in another and extensive
branch of commerce, the work must be under
taken at no distant period,
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Senator McCreery's resolution to restore the
Arlington estate opposite Washington to the Lee
family, making it necessary to abandon it as
National Cemetery, and remove the remains OF
the Union soldiers, got rather the severest
handling, in the Senate on Tuesday, that any
measure has lately had. Nobody would be
responsible for 1t. Even Bayard Of this State
disayowed it, and protested how he had gone
over to Arlington, gazed upon the graves Of the
patriots, and wept! And whenit came to vote
only four individuals had the hardihood to vote
for the resolution -McCreery himself, Fowler,
the Republican renegade from Tennessee, and
the two Senators from Maryland, who would do
ANYTHING in the world for the Lee Family.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

That II the stock should be raised for the pro-
posed Philadelphia and Liverpool line of steam
ers, there will be lively competition for the
building of the steamers. Mr.. Wistar Morris,
who is one Of the Directors of the Pennsylvania
Railroad Company, is also owner Of the we'll
known Merrick Works, in Philadelphia, and there
is fair presumption, il nothing more, that it is
intended to have one or more Of the vessels built
ct this establishment Mr.. Morris has recently
acquired control Of the Merrick works, at stated
coat NJ about S8O0. .OO0
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Mr.. salisbury manifested some anxiety, the
other day, to introduce resolution into the Sem
ate to inquire "why troops were sent into Della
ware, at the recent election" As Mr.. Salisbury
is hardly responsible being, during much OF his
time, it is perhaps hardly worth while to remind
him that such an inquiry would be altogether
labor lost since there were no "troops" either
"sent," brought, or asked for, at the recent
election" II the U. s. officials had thought it
necessary, previous to the day Of election, they
are by law vested with authority to call upon the
land and naval forces for aid in preserving the
peace, and if Mr.. Salisbury had then desired to
know the g why" that fact would have been sufh
car,t answer.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22
Mr. Ro.ch,s New Yard at Chester.

Mr.. John Roach, the proprietor Of the famous
sMorgan Iron Works" in New York, having be-
come convinced of the superior advantages OF
this section for purposes of iron ship-building,
has purchased large water front just above
Chester, and is already at work grading it. 1t is
presumed that his purpose is to build his vessel
hulls at this location, and have their machinery
constructed in New York, and brought on by
canal Mr.. Roach has large capital invested in
his New York works (said to be about $780, ,ooo,)
and docs not desire to abandon them, 80 long as
he can avoid it, The site chosen for his new yard
is considered very good one, unless as is very
probable, his vessels should be in danger from
the moving ice, in severe season.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22
The Ethics of Railway Travel.

FEW PRACTICAL HINTS AND CRITICISMS
Having lately travelled in the cars to and from
Philadelphia, I beg leave to offer few sugges-
tisns for the benefit of the passengers.
There seems to be every reasonable conven-
fence for the comfort Of travellers, and yet the
thoughtlessness Of a few often endangers the
health Of many.
The day came down was very COOL with
drizzling rain and a strong easterly wind, and
every little while some strong man, all mufiled
up, would raise window right at the backs Of
delicate looking women and sleeping children.
On the seat opposite mine was little rosebud
of girl sleeping, with her curly head on her
mothers lap, and when she wakened and sat up,
rosy and moist with perspiration, up went the
fading out Of her bright face. She was cooling
off 30 rapidly that, fearing for her life, at once
kindly asked the man to please lower the win
dow as it was causing some suffering, and he
promptly responded to my request.
At one Of the stations, heavy large man got
in with pun and blow, seated himself behind
the door, and persistently held the door wide
open. OF course our feet were soon like ice, and
sneezing became general. Not feeling equal to
q long doctors bill. I walked to the stove and
tried to warm my feet. He happened to let go
not open it again. Now if he was so overheated
he should have taken off his overcoat fora while.
Now I do not think there was a man on board
who would purposely hurt woman or child, it
all comes from thoughtlessness, and some men
really do not know how to take care Of them
selves.
The ventilators, above the windows, seem all
sufficient for fresh air during the cold weather,
and II the windows could be securely fastened
down, we would not then be so completely at
each others mercy.
Children from school, will soon be coming
homo to spend the glad Christmas week, and let
us hope they will receive no unnecessary expo
sure in the cars, and they will come safely and
comfortably il only moderate attention is given
to this subject.
The stoves should also be well attended to,
not tremendously hot, but as near q steady heat
as possible. The fire got 80 low, at the time
referred to, and the car SO cold taat we became
very chilly, and / inquired Of the perseyering
newspaper boy il he thought they would stop
long enough to bury us decently in case we all
froze to death. He laughingly answered, "oh
yes man," and at once made up the fire.
One more remark, if you will allow me. Some
| Of the tobacco chewers exceeded all decency in
the pools and cutters of the filthy stuff they spit
on the floor. Decent men as we'll as women
were disgusted and avoided the neighboorhood
| of such fellows, and do not see how the con
| ductors can tolerate it, except in the smoking
| car. am not 30 down en- a reasonable chew Of
| tobacco, but what saw two men spit in that cal
was almost past belief, certainly past all self
respect or respect for others.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

"A New York correspondent asserts that en-
ployment has been unusually slack for all sorts
Of female work people during the fall, and they
consequently look to the approach of severe
weather with dread. Clahin b Co. discharged
large numbers Of cloak-makers early in the
season the book trade has been very slack, and
hundreds, if not thousands, of book folders and
paper stretchers have been idle. The perfumery
business is greatly reduced, and even dress
vail, is unusually dull. The highest prices paid
for womens wages is $5 per week.-Mrs. is, on
an average. A very capable hand in some shops
can make 81, but there are few that reach that
figure. The cheapest rate of board is $3.50, and
the reader can form an idea of the chances these
girls have Of saving anything.
An item in the Philadelphia NorM American
says ''the movement to have government i'm
mediately establish ship yard for iron vessels
on the Delaware will be renewed this winter
with great ZEAL"
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Society will hold its next annual meeting at
Chambersburg, Pa. commencing January 18th,
at P. M. On that evening the President, Josiah
Hopes, Esq, will deliver the annual address,
and the election Of officers for the ensuing year
will take place. On the 10th addresses will be
made by VIM. Parry, Of N. j., on "The Profits
Of Small Fruits" by DIR. j. s. Houghton, Of
Philadelphia, on " Budding the Grape" and by
Edwin satterthwait, Of Montgomery county, on
"Pears," and an essay will be read by Prof. s. s..
Rathvon, OF Lancaster, on +" Insects Injurious to
the Apple" The session promises to be an in
structing rs well as an interesting one
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22
R.i.sd R.ilwaxa In CITIES.

The running Of locomotive through crowd
ed city is always attended with danger and we
expect the day will sometime come when such
roads will be raised highways, AZ in London, or,
as it is said the Norristown and Germantown Rail
road is shortly to be built, through the streets
of Philadelphia. The Germantown Telegraph
states that the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad
Company which has recently acquired control Of
this road, intends to build raised tracks for it,
from Broad street, to the depot at Ninth and
Green, with heavy stone arches at all the street
crossings, SO that teams and pedestrians can
psss under it in safety, and without Interruption
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

A somnambulist in New Haven jumped down
the other night 16 feet upon tin roof and, still
asleep, deliberately walked off on to another roof
six feet lower; then walked through skylight
and lodged on a table ten feet below, and then in
some way crawlod back through the dismantled
skylight, cutting his feet badly in his struggles
The noise awakend a man inthe house, who found
the somnambulist standing upon the tin roof,
with nothing on but his shirt and entirely uncon-
scious as to how he came there. He was wounded
and nearly frozen, and was taken back into the
house and properly cared for
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

The United States Patent Laws, with instruc-
tions how to obtain Patents,is the title of work
of 112 pages, sent to us by Mum h Co., 81 Park
Row New York 1t also contains the official rules.
forms for patent deeds, hints on selling patents,
150 diagrams of mechanical movements, and a
large variety of other useful information. It is
book really worth having, and can be had free
by all who will send their pames to Messrs. Mum
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

A majority Of the House Committee on Postal
Telegraph, on Saturday agreed to let Mr.. wash
burne report his bill, without committing them
selves to its support. Messrs. Dawes and Pal
mer will report the Senate bill on Postal Tele-
graphy. All the members Of the committee are
said to favor Government intervention in some
form, but to differ in regard to the means.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Philadelphia had her census re-taken, and
made it some 5000 more than the FIRST enumer-
alton. Baltimore has been re-taken by the police,
and only increased the Marshals figures, slightly.
The probability. is, we believe, that Marshal
Dunn's figures, in this city, are very nearly cor
rect They make us have 81 600; if we claim
1000, we shall no doubt be about the true figure
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Mr.. Bergh president of the New York Society
for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, has
distinguished himself by the arrest of a large
number of wealthy citizens, owners of stylish
eauipages and turnouts, for ingenious cruelty to
horses BY new invention of torture in the shape
Of needle pad, fitted to the bit so as to make the
animals prance with pain. Mr.. Bergh heard of
this device and its general use among stablemen
and coachmen ambitious Of making show with
mettlesome horses and SO he posted his men at
all points frequented by stylish equpages, and
captured many equipages, the owners Of which in
nearly every instance protested their ignorance
of the cruel practice and many of them after
wards took occasion to thank him for the discov-
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

of the country are closed up.--N. Y. Herald.
Are they7 Are the two iron ship-yards Of
Wilmington closed? Is that at Chester closed
Is the new one of Mr.. Roach, Just about being
opened, closed? The Herald does not know Of
what 1t is talking.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

The Philadelphia Press, of Friday, has the fol-
lowing special dispatch from Washington
"It Is positively said at the Executive Mansion
that there Ia no truth whatever in the rumors Of
Mr.. Boutwells resignation, and It is also asserted
that his relations with the President are as here
tofore, of friendly character, both in their per-
sonal and official relations. As TO one OF the
reasons for the alleged disagreement between
them-namely, the nomination Of Gen. Pleason-
ton as Commissioner of Internal Revenue, 1t is
further said there was no dissent from any onein
the Cabinet on that subject"
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

How does Mr.. Biggs stand on the question Of
encouragement to American ship-building Does
he want all the ocean steamers built abroad, or
does he desire that his thirty-ave Thousand con-
stituents in Wilmington should prosper, by
judicious stimulation of our already large busi-
ness In building ships Let us watch how he
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Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

told me, back strong or pull hard as he might
order. "You bet'' I obeyed, and We landed
swift and dry, as promised.
Rock-fshing is pursued on ocean and bay
shore. They are leaving ths Delaware river, and
it ia now about the s.last run" with them.
Last Tuesday we had north east gale and
driving rain. A large schooner anchored at the
point Of the Cape to escape wreck, and rode out
in safety, but ran a rough chance. We watched
her rolling fearfully, end prayed her cables
were strong. Capt. Phil Hand boarded her
Wednesday. on little skiff, with one other per-
son, and piloted her to Philadelphia. The sea
had gone down some, but 1t was perilous feat.
Capt. H. was bay pilot of the Lady Of the
Lake." "Arrowsmith," and other Cape steamers.
The new Atlantic hotel is ready for winter
guests-send some along. j. McM.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Frederick Douglass recent analysis of the
means which are being attempted by treacherous
Republicans to aid the Democratic parry is curt,
cogent, and conclusive =
"Civil service reform" " revenue reform, y
"labor REFORM" Temperance reform" have all
been made to serve the ends Of party that
never did, never will and never can reform
snvtbiuO
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22
Eualish aid for the oneida suflsrers.

The British Minister at Washington has been
advised of the remittance to his address of
nearly $4,000, to be divided among the widows
and orphans of those lost on the U. s. ship
Oneida, which was run into and sunk by a
British steamer, in the Japanese waters, last
january. The amount was contributed by sew
enty British subscribers headed by the Earl Of
Shaftesbury, the Earl Of Clarendon, and the
Rothschilds. 1t will be distributed by Sir Ed
ward Thornton on application from those inter
tad
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

AFTER THE WRoNa MAN.-For some time past
their henroosts troubled by some one who loves
poultry better than honesty. A few nights ago,
two citizens of that Hundred, one Of whom is
well known in county politics, concluded that
they would recover their lost property, ana arm
the house Of colored man they suspected OF
the theft. The man refused them admission,
when thew broke in thedoors. The colored man
believing them to be robbers. fled from the back
neitl,er shot however, taking effect, We believe.
They then searched the house, but found moth
ing and il is said that there is no evidence what
ever that the man they attacked was the guilty
person. He has sued them both, and they Will
have hearing before Squire silver next hatur-
day afternoon.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

At Colusa, CAL, on Wednesday, "Dad" Shep-
harrison, a farmer, had fight with an employe
named Henry Stevens. Stevens attacked with a
pitchfork, and Shepherdson used revolver. He
fired four shots, two Of which took effect in his
adversary, while the others lodged in his own
body. Both were mortally wounded.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

1t is reported in Cincinnati that the Pennsyl-
vania Central Railroad Company is negotiating
for the lease of the Cincinnati, Hamilton and
Dayton Railroad and its connections. This
Of all the roads running from the East to Gin
cinnati, except the Baltimore and Ohio.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

RoBBERY IN CHESTER CouNTY.--0n Tuesday
week, "a horse and harness were stolen from VIM.
Baldwin, living with Abraham Huey, in Brming-
ham township, Chester county, and market
dearborn, from Thomas H. Burton's, in the same
neighborhood. The thieves then drove to VIM.
II, Iogan's mill and broke into his office. They
scattered papers about, but obtained nothing
for their pains. They subsequently drove to
Casfle1 county. and abandoned their team under
shed where Mr. Lancaster found it the next
morning. On the same evening Mrs. Brinton's
house in Pennsbury township was broken into
and all the pork was stolen, it is supposed by
the same parties No clue to the thieves has
vat been obtained
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

MAD HoRsE.-we published few weeks since,
an account of dog belonging to Harry b. Scho--
field at Paoli, Tredyffrin township, going mad
afterwards. Remedies were given the COW and
horse, and it was thought they were. out Of dan
ger, but Sunday night Of last week, the horse
was attacked with hydrophodia, and was found
the night he had bitten to pieces the trough,
rack rae and parts Of the stall. The day previous
he had been shod at the blacksmith's and TAP
peared to be all right. The. cow does not yet
show any symptoms of the disease.- Viadse re-
card I3M.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Chief Justice Chase, in a letter dated the Sth
inst, doubts whether he will be able to deliver
the inaugural address upon the unveiling Of the
Morse Statue, in April next His health seems
improving, but very slowly.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

THE SNYTn ZoUAvEs FAIR.-This fair which
has continued for two weeks, in the City Hall,
closed on Saturday evening. The silver headed
was awarded to Joseph Richardson, he receiving
277 votes to 272 for Mr. olmstead, his principal
competitor. There were also several scattering
votes, the votes being 10 cents each. The
Butchers tools at % cents vote were awarded
to A. Richarisoa, who received 1863 votes. to So
for Mr.. Mayne. 81 for John H. Graham, and
some scattering. The Bridal doll, chanced off,
was drawn by VIM f. Beggs. The Bureau was
drawn by Mayor Valentine the china tea set
by r. Wigglesworth, the large cake by Joseph
Richardson, and the order for Morgan's shirts by
Nj & Cochran.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Sous OF TEMPERANCE THE Grand Division Of
S. of T. of Delaware organized a new Division
on Friday evening, Dec. 10th, at the corner Of
Church Division No. 1s, s. of T., and the follow
ing officers were elected
W. p, VIM. D. Sparks W. A., Henry Para
dee r. S., John Forrest A. r: s., Benjamin
Milburn F. S., VIM. Paradee Treas, George
Hibbard Chap, Wilson Scrafton Con-, George
Evans A. c., George Paradee /. s., William
Hicken o. S.. George Stradley.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Ferdinand Jsnvier has taken out letters testa-
mentary on the estate of Elijah Start, late OF
Red Lion Hd.
A young COW, owned by Elias P. Hopkins, near
Vernon, Kent Co.,. recently gave birth to twin
calves. Both are living.
Smyrna Methodsts need to be good, for they
are threatened with death from coal gas every
time they attend church.
Reuben p. Janvier has taken out LISTERS OF
administration on the estate OF Robert A. Cling,
late Of White Clay Creek Hd
The ladies of the Catholic Church at New
Castle, will hold fair in that town commencing
ON the 22nd and closing on the 2sth.
If the Smyrna Times does not take care, II win
earn the title it bestowed on the Mutual Friend,
two years ago, 1. e., " the hog organ"
Margetta T. Dixon and Joshua ]. Holmes,
have been granted letters of administration on
the estate Of Joshua b. Dixon, late Of MIL Creek
Hundred. .rc
T. O. Taylor will deliver his illustrated lectures
on California and the 70 Semitic Valley at RUM
sey's Hall, in Salem, N. j., on the evenings OF
the 29th and 30th.
A fair for the benefit of Stanton Sunday school
will be held in . room over George A. Gsrrett's
store, in that village, on the afternoon and even
ing OF December 24th.
The Smyrna Times shows the natural surprise
of all disinterested persons, at the continued
submission Of the people oi ths e9nnty 70 the
The ladies of st. AIMS Church EpiscopsD
purpose giving public suppers in their Sunday
school room at Middletown, on the evenings OF
the 9th and 28th instant to raise funds TO assist
in building new church.
This city is to be made station, for the storm
signal service, for the purpose OF forwsrdng
hence, daily report Of meteorological phenome-
ma, on the plan recently organized blythe Govern
ment. Sergeant Robert Seyboth has bean de-
tailed to take charge of the post.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

LECTURE ON Scour IirFE.-Capt. @. s. Bell,
the well known scout, whose exciting adventures
York Ledger, and who is familiar to all readers
Of the CoMMERcIAL through his charming letters
from Texas, will deliver his lecture on Scout
Iife,n at Institute Hall, on Wednesday evening,
Dec. 81. The lecture cannot fail to be,thrilling-
ly interesting, and we bespeak for the brave
captain a large audience.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

CANAL CIosED.-Although the water has not
vet been taken out of the Tide Water Canal, the
boats are nearly all tied up, and the season is
about closed. About 1000 boats,-loaded with
coal, lumber, slate, grain, bark, wood, &c., &c.,
: passed through the outlet locks at Hayre de
Grace this sesson,-1625 of which were towed
to Baltimore, 1895 to Philadelphia, and 300 un-
loaded here and at Port Deposit. Trade was fair
and regular throughout the season, but freights
were low, and not very remuneratiye to boatmen.
-Haure Republican.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

ANOTHER RAILROAD PRoposAL.--Some Chester
county farmers are now agitating scheme to
build q railroad from Philadelphia, westward, to
intersect with Pennsylvania Railroad, at some
point between Paoli and Steamboat Station, to
develop the country between the Pennsylvania
Railroad and West Chester Railroad. A meeting
in the interest Of the project has been called to
meet at the Farmers Market in Philadelphia,
tomorrow, the 10th.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1870-12-22

Fatal. Aco1pENT.-Thursday afternoon, while
men werei at work on the foundations OF
the new Catholic Church, at Coatesville, Chester
Co.. portion Of the embankment gave away,
burying Patrick McFadden, brother Of the pastor
died in short time. The deceased was about
81 years of age, and was student in st. Vim
cents College, Westmoreland county. He was
on visit to his brother, there being vacation
at the College.