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The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

A YOUNG lady from the rural dis
tricts went to Dcsmoines to see the
elephant. In the street cars the con-
ductor said to her, Miss. your fare"
Well if am" replied she, "I don't
want any of your impertinence."
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

An escaped lunatic i'll Connecticut
is on begging tour with a skunk in
his arms. He uses tina animals pecu-
liarities to enforce his requests.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03
N o R S LIE

j.
The residence of the late 8. NJ. Bassett corner
of Prospect and Van Buren, streets. fhe build
ing is q large two-story dwelling ,.oontaining 10
rooms well done OF. The lot is b large one--90
by 1SO feet 1t is well stocked with Apple, Cherry
aud Peach Trees, and an abundance OF Currants,
Raspberrics and 6trywberries. The Garden is
an excellent one. Possession given the frst OF
April For further particulars enquire OF the
BEACH BAskETr.
Ravenpa, Ohio, Feb. -. 1870. 1s-M
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

EIGHT small boys in Albany, recent
ly tapped a barrel of spirits on the
wharf, and drank themselves insensi-
BILE. They narrowly escaped death.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

A WESTERN paper thinks with
Shakespeare that there may be virtue
in an .if,n but not in our tariff.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

The wife's inability to make good
bread is ground of divorce among
the Arabs.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

THE American Presbyterians have
more missionaries in China than any
other society.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

IT is said that q little cake dipped
in sherry will restore the lost voice Of
canary bird.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03
FOR S ALE.

A Saw Mill gearing, with patent muleys,
IA oscillating noddle-p -pin all new and of the
latest style, everything complete.
We will sell the Engine and Saw Mill togeth-
CT or separately. We have also 50 feet of three
inch wrought iron Shafting, three sections Of
eleven feet, W ith finished couplings and heavy
iron pillow blocks and two nice pulleys, all new
We have also quantity of cast-iron Shafting
and gearing which we will soil in parcels 70
suit the buyer, and set of Blacksmith's Tools.
Enquire at the Atlantic Mills, Rayenna.
KING, BRADFORD D co.
Ravenna, Nov. IS, 1859, 64-tf.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

DELAWARE county has elected a
democratic board of supervisors for
twenty years.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

A NYTHING you want done in the line Of Bill
N Heads Cards. Posters, Pamphlets, &C., be
sl,re and come 10 the Press 0ftce, on Chestnu
Street, north end Of Empire Block.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03
IA Superior Ss,est, czeesaoad, OHIO.


HAVING been engaged for the past ten years
Ii with great success in the business of OBJ
tanning Patents, am prepared to guarantee
most perfect satisfaction in the transaction Of
that business. Numerous references could be
given to substantiate this.
In order to apply for Patent, the law re-
quires that model shall be furnished not over
foot in any dimensions Send the model by ex-
press, prepaid, to GEO. W. THIBBITTS, ai4
Superior street, Cleveland. Ohio, with descrip-
ton of its operation and merits, and send the
post, Government, and stamp fees-$ t6-when
the drawings and necessary papers will be pre-
pared and sent to the inventor for examination
approval, and OATH
My charges for attending to tho whoie busi-
ness will be $40 for all cases, without any ex-
ira charges. The average time required to pro-
cure patent is thirty days (have had an exani-
nation in five days.J Examination of the Re-
cords free. A complete set of the Patent Ofice
Reports is on lle ut my Office, which may be cx-
amined by the public at their pleasure, free.
GEO. W. TIBBITTS,
214 Superior street, Cleveland, Ohio.
Jan. 9, 1863, 71-1y.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03
Earn, for Sale.

A very desirable farm of eighty acres loea.
~ ed on the town line of Ravenna and Roots
town. A good barn on the premises, and plen
ty of young fruit trees in good growing condi
ton. Also, four acres of pasture land situated
venna, just the thing for q man wishing place
to pasture q COW or two. For terms and par
ticillar description Of the premises offered 6oT
alG enquire at the Office OF.
Mav "a. isBa s7-tf.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03

No. 26, Sixth St., Pittsbur9h, Pa.
Nov. rs, 1859, 6S-1y.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03
or Wedding Presents

Which we gfler at very attractiss prices. 7
SILVER HO Ii o. W w Ar e,
Goblets, Wine Stands, W alters, Butter Dishes
Fruit Stands, &c. Also, an 2ennless variety of
Forks, Spoons. Knives, &C.; all Of which are
and warranted to be treble plated with full
weight of silver on the best Alabata and White
Metal. Our prices are very low 1.-THE quality
of our goods. We do not sell treble Plated
Spoons for 81 s5 but do not propose TO Be snder4
sold by any establishment in Ohio. - tttFi s;i.,st
Call and see, at E. r. WATTS.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1870-03-03
OPINIONS IN BRIEF OF EMINENT MEN.

ReyeA d. SMITH. d. D., L L. d.. President
Dart oQth College, n. H., says: My family
regard this Lamp as sapersor to any other in re-
spect to safety, perfect combustion, freedom
frosn aay sssapleasdst Odor, and amount OF light
given
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
The Pneumatic Railway.

The "Under Broadway Reception, !"
which took place on Saturday afternoon,
was numerously attended by members Of
the Legislature, city officers, and others.
The tunnel is 295 feet in lenght the iron
curve being 81 feet, the brick-work 237
feet-whlch brings the lower end Of the
tunnel to the south side Of Murray street
The Office of the company, the ladies'
waiting room, and the general passenger
station are fitted up in oak and black W al
nut, and tastefully ornamented. The car
is beautifully upholstered, and lighted
with the new oxygen gas. It runs on
four wheels, the tracks being laid on the
sides of the tunnel, while a center rail lies
on the lower part of She arch, which serves
for the break gear to act upen. The car
is propelled wholly by atmospheric press
ure. Steam, for driving the blowers, is
furnished by two boilers. situated in the
vault, close to the engine, and are SO
nominal or 100 indicated horse power,
having As square feet Of CRATE, and 400
square feet Of heating surface. Each con-
sists of 140 tubes, with vertical separ-
oeAHo OAdHiUCt, oFOl WulSu 10 VIC StOaHA
dome. All Of this heating surface, con-
sisting of 3 inch tubes, is. placed within e
fire brick chamber, in which an intense
heat is maintained. The whole Of the i'm
mense power, including the massive brick
work, occupies space Of only 10 by u
Get.
The she'll of the blowing machine is %
f-et high, Is feet long, and 13 feet broad.
1t contains two pairs of wings or blades,
which roll together in such manner as
to exhaust and compress an immense
quantity of air at every revolution Its
capacity for delivering air is about 200, 900
cubic feet per minute. The power re
quired is about one four hundredth part
of its load. Experience proves that with
an air pressure of less than four ounces to
the square inch Of car surface the carriage
will be forced along with perfect safety at
a velocity of from 60 to 100 miles per
hour A bounteous collation. was spread
in the ladies' Waiting room, and the de-
lighted guests drank success to the "Beach
Pneumatic Transit Company Tribune.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
A New Race Of pennfe

A new race Of people, supposed to be OF
Asiatic origin, and having features
strongly resembling the Anglo-Saxons,
has been discovered by the missionaries
in the southwestern part of Africa. They
adioin the Bechuanas, and are known as
the Ovas. A king by the name of Tjik-
ongo reigns over them. They have long,
curly hair, not woolly, and are character
lied by very considerable intelligence. -
Their religion is, in many respects. so
much like that of the Parsees as to in
duce tle belief that the Ovas belong to
that race, Or have been under its tuition !.
They are not idolators, but believe in a
Supreme Being. the Creator, who is ON
nipresent. omnip0te It, and omniscient,
and whose symbols are ths sun and fire,
and to these they pay homage as his rep
resentatives, but offer no sacrifices to them.
They keep the sacred fire constantly burn
ing, and the princes, who are also priests,
intrust to their daughters, and sometime;
to their wives, the duty of superintend-
ing these sacred fires. The Ovas also be-
lieve in the existence Of very powerful
evil spirit, who Is not, however, omns
Gent nor omniprescns, and to his nterfer-
cnce they attribute their misfortunos and
accidents, and they offer no sacrifices to
him. They are said to be an Honest, in
dustrious and temperate people, far more
regardful of their word, and more obser-
want Of good morals, than most of the
African nations.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

would suffer by the reversal of the doc
trlne Of the atonement which you seek to
apply to newspaper men" in making all
suffer for TIE sins of one. It would de-
grade you to the level of Elm who, failing
to secure the honor of cLief prosecutor in
the Whittemore case, volunteered his SER
vices as chief defender. might quote
further illustrations, but [ forbear. A
word to the just and the generous, like a
word to the wise, is sufficient
[ have the honor to be, very respect
fully. yours, MACK"
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
ADtifnltnta1.
THE FLOWER GARDEN.

The lawns should be rolled, and dressed
with some fertilizer if they need it. If
the soil is porous a dressing of clay i'm
proves the grass. For flower beds the
soil must be very thoroughly pulverized,
and they should be worked as soon as dry
enough. Finish pruning hardy shrubs.
Late IN this month and next, Roses, in
pots may be put out; young plants of
Tea, Bourbon, China, and hybrid per-
petual Roses, will bloom finely in the fall,
if planted now in good, rich soil.
Plant box-edging this and next month
Put in the slips to the depth of six or
eight inches. If the weather prove dry
after planting, keep newly planted edginga
we'll watered. .
Divide and plant herbaceous plants, as
many Of the Asters, Phloxes, Veronicas,
and many other strong-growing kinds,
throw up too many fower-shoots, it is best
to thin them out when about three inches
high, TO obtain fine heads and to increase
the strength of the remaining shoots.
Plant out wall flowers, Sweet Williams,
Canterbury bells, &C. Sow seeds of early
ANNALS in patches, and cover slightly
Pansies in beds should be spread out, and
their long stems covered with rich earth
to within two inches of the ends.
Bedding plants, such as Verbenas,
Geraniums, Salvlas, Cupheas, Fuchsias,
Heliotrope, Sc should be provided by
putting cuttings in boxes or pots filed
with light, sandy soil, and placed over a
slight otbed under glass. Tender
ANNALS, such as ten weeks stocks, Mignc-
nettc, Balsams, Cockscombs, Amaranthus,
German and French Asters, Phlax, &C.,
should be sown on slight Lot-bed and
brought toward in pots.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

Hor BED.-Tf these have not been
made for raising Tomato. Egg Plants.
&C., let there be no further delay.
Whenever the ground may be in con-
dition to be worked, preparation must be
made for the main spring and summer
crops In the garden at least, which
should be model Of high farming, there
should be- deep cultivation; thorough
drainage, and abundant manuring. The
most expensive manurirg will avail little
on soil where excess Of water does not pass
freely away.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

THE FRUIT GARDEN The winter has
been an unusually mild one, but March
will bring high winds. against which fall
planted fruit trees should be we'll pro-
tected.
Take Up three nohes Of soil from around
current and gooso-berry plants. sprinkle
on SCOT, quick lime and wood ashes, and
return the soil. This mixture will act as
a stimulating manure and tend to prevent
the appearance of the Caterpillar.
In transplanting be CAREFUL to deal
gently with the ibrous root which supply
nourishment to the plant. q'a
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

VoLrA1Rn's LAST HoURs. in spite Of
all the infdcl philosophers who focked
around Voltare in the first days Of his
illness, he gave signs of wishing to return
to that God whom be had so often BIAS
phemed. He called for priest. He
afterwards made a writtan declaration, in
which he renowned infde city, signed by
himself and two Witnes ses. He refused to
see his infdel friends; and called upon the
Lord Jesus. At one time he was dis
covered trying to pray. He had fallen
from his bed in convulsive agonies, and
lay foaming with impotent despair on the
floor, exclainling. evil not this God,
whom | have denied, save me too? Can
not infinite mercy be extended to mc?
His physician called to administer relief,
retired, declaring tue death Of the impious
man to be terrible in1eed. The Mar
shall of Richmond flew from the bedside
declaring that the sight of such a death
bed was appalling. He offered the doctor
half he possessed, if he would prolong his
life six months. When the doctor told
him that he would not live six weeks;
;sThen," said he, 81 will go to he'll, and
you will go with me-" Soon after he ex-
PRED. Such was the horror of mind in
which the arch-in6del Quilted the world.
A terror to all who beheld him, a warning
to all who are inclined to follow in his
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
"ooa md nur aJatire gand. =
seleet gostry.
LOVES SECRET SPRINGS.

In asking how came to choose
This hower that makes my brow to shine,
You seem TO say you did not loose
Your choice my friend when had mine
And by our lifted brow exclaim-
'sWhat charms have charmed you name their
name -
Nay pardon me, cannot say
These are the charms, and these the powers,
And being in a trance one day,
took her for my flower of flowers,
Love doth not fatter what he gives
But here, sir, are some negatives;
IT'S net the little milk white hands
That grace whatever work they do;
IT'S not the braided silken bands
That shade the eyes of tender blue;
And not the voice so low and sweet
That holds me captive at Ter feet.
IT'S not in frowns knit up with smiles
~Wherewith she scolls me for my sins
Nor yet in trickery ways nor wiles
That can say true love kegas,
Out of such soil it did rot grow;
1t was-aad that is all / know.
'Tis lot her twinklng feet so small,
Nor shoulder glanc;ng from her sleeve,
Nor yet her virtues, one AMI al;
Love was not born TO ask our leave,
She was not wooel. nor was l won
What draws the dewdrop to the sun?
Pardon me- then: cannot tell
Nor can you hope 10 uni erstan1-
Why l should lovc my love so well;
Nor how up0nth:s border land
1t fell that she should 60 with ME
Through time into eternity.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

Bus-driver-' They tell me there We
been some coins found in these1'ere exky-
yations that "a been burriel thers mat
ter o four OF FIVE 'undred year.!
Passenger Friend" o, that's nothin!
Why, there's some in the Bri'sh Museum
-ah-more than two thousand year old !
'Bus-driver (Gtle' a pause) -" Come,
George, that won't do, yer know! Cause
we'le only in eighth 'uudred and sixty
nine now" 10
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

FEED THE FRUIT TREEs-It must be
apparent to every rejecting person that
the material round about fruit-tree,
viii ch renders important aid in the pro-
duction Of fine fruit Of any kind, must
necessarily be more Or less exhausted after
vine, bush or tree has produced abun-
dant crops for several successive seasons.
For example: A large pear tree or apple
tree will frequently yield from ten to
sixteen bushels Of fruit annually, Many
trees have produced more than twice these
quantities at one crop.
After few seasons, the material that
the roots must be supplied with. in order
to develope fruit, will be more or less ez-
hausted For this reason, fruit begins to
fall; and the failure is often attributed. to
an east wind, OR some mysterious atmos-
pheric influence. when in reality, the sole
cause is Starvation, arising from an i'm
poverished soil. -
The remedy is to feed the roots of all
kinds of fruit trees with lime, wood ashes,
gypsum, chip dirt, bones, fishes, and any,
thing that will renovate an impoverished
soil It is evident that fruit-trees cannot
produce fine fruit out of nothing, or out Of
such material as may be desirable for
some other purpose. Hearth and Home.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

DRIVING A You've Horse. The Amer
ican Stock Journal says: In teaching
young horse to drive well, do not hurry
to see how fast he can trot. Keep each
pace clear and distinct from the other. that
is in walking, make him walk and do not
allow him to trot. Will trotting, be
equally careful that he keeps steady at his
pace, aud do not allow him to slack into
a walk. The reins while driving should
be kept snug and when pushed 10 the top
of his speed keep him well in hand that he
may learn to bear well upon the bit, SO
that when going at a rate Of speed he can
be held at his pace but do not allow him
to pull too hard for it is not only unpleasat
but makes it often difficult to manage him.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
NATIONAL HOTEL.
W0ODST0CK, VIRGINIA.
e NEED. PROPRIETOR.

HAVING leased and refurniseed the National
Hotel, in Woodstock, | respectfully solicit
share of the patronage of both the local and
travelling public
This is one of the largest and most com
pletely furnished houses in the Valley OF Vlr-
ginia. and is situated in one OF the most health
full. picturesque and convenient locations IN
the valley, and will be pleasant retreat du'
ri ~ the summer months.
Nv Table will be furnished with the very
H. 4 Of the market. ana accommodating SER
Va IFS will be employ ed. The Bar will be
~ ,plicJ with ille choicest wines and liquors.
A exf erienced ostler will be in attendance at
al tines. [Aprl -, est
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

There is one stinuant that never fails,
and never Unsatisfactory. Duty puts
blue sky over every man-up IN bis
heart it may be-into which the sky-lark,
Happiness, always goes singing
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

An old lady on train, not far from
Lafayette, hearing the brakesman sing
out, ''Eubank's CUT sailed to the door,
and asked, rs he hurt much :"
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
REEN'S MANSION HOUSE,
sT ALEXANDRIA,, VA,

JAMES GEEEN. IROTEIETCR'
i, n First-class Hotel in every respect. The
citizens of the Valley. having bushes in Alex
antlria or Washington, and travellers going
North or South, will find this an agreeble rest
ing place on the route, as ii does not require
the early start by several hours as from wash
ingon or Baltimore. Cars and steamboats,
leave Alexandria for Washington and return
every hour from A. NJ, to y P. NJ,
Jan. I, '69-ly ....
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

If you would find great many faults
be on the lookout. If you would find
them ia still greater abundance, be on the
look-in.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
r. 1Ali0R HOTEL.
MAIN ST., WINCHESTER, VA.
Up. HEIRONIMUS, TEorEIKTOR.

Having leased fer a term of years the TAl y
LOis HOTEL PROPERTY, long and favor
ABLY known to thelravtlins public aad nav
ing cleansed the house and refurnished it with
comfortable Bedding, Furniture, &C., offer
to nv friends and the travelling Tfiblle the
comforts of a HOME. With competent assist
ants, and polite and attentive servants, think
[ can safely guarantee satisfaction to my
guests. 1t shall he my cndeayor 10 restore
the Taylor Hotel to its former reputation as
the best conducted and most comfortable
public house in the Valley.
l confidently appeal 10 the public for a
generous patronage.
n1v2G.'68 J. L. ii lkOAl AiCo. !
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

True love oaly accumulates and
strengthens in despite of obstacles, Ike
water behind an embark nent.. sss
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

Il Never lean on the world, for if you do
the worll will jump aside and you will
get tumble,
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
2oetry.
on THE STAIRWAY.

Go up higher, sturdy school-boy,
Do not loter long below:
You are wanted at the Summit,
Briskly, brayely, upward go.
Go up higher, little maiden,
Tripping lightly at the start; 3
By and by, you may grow weary,
Yet go up, be strong of heart.
Go up higher in your lessons,
Go up higher in your play;
Step by step, you'll climb the Stairway
Go up higher every day.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17
Chs SHENANDOAH Asrala
Rates ofAdYertisfng

Transient advertising irscrted at Tic rate cfsI
per square, (tcn lines Of this tyre. The rates for
three months and upwards, viii he tclId in the
following table:
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

poor way to get thing-Eaiting for it
to turn Up.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1870-03-17

ABOUT THE WEATHER.-Of the rain
prognostics accepted two or three centu-
ries ago, there was a pretty extensive
variety. If ducks and brakes futter their
wings unusually when they rise if young
horses rub their back against the ground !;
if sheep begin to bleat and skip about;
if swine are seen to carry hay and straw
to hiding places if oxen lick themselves
the wrong way of the hair if lamp or
candle splutter if a great deal Of SCOT
falls down the chimney if frogs croak
more than usual if swallows fly low if
hogs run home loudly grunting and
squeaking if cattle and doDkeys prick up
earz if ants come out of their hills, and
moles and worms out of the ground if
crows assemble in crowds and ravens
croak f; if waterfowl come to land if as
an old writer describes it beasts move
here aad there, makysge noyse, and
bethyngc up the ayre with open nostrils )"
if the down fly of from the dandellon and
the thistle when there is no wind : if church
bells be heard further than usual-in the
such cases we are told to expect rain
Gay ia his pastorals, tell US that when
heiter sticks her tail bolt upright, or when
our corns prick, it is an omen Of approch
ing rain; whereas the weather is fore
shown by the high flying of swallows.
A VALUABLE DISCOVERY A pupil Of
Liebig has succeeded IN making discov-
cry which promises to revolutionize the
trade in precious stones. He has sue
cccded in making silicious and alumni
Gus others and it is said that by simple
mixing certain quantity of these others
with other chemical elements he produces
almost instan ;aneously the most magnif-
cent results Combined with theoxido of
iron in perfectly pure condition, the al
luminous ether makes ruby; with sulphat
of copper. sapphire with any Of the salts
ofnickel, and emerald. With the salts
of chromium the solcous ether gives all
the beautiful varieties Of the topaz These
others evaporate with q very subtitle and
pungent odor, which some people find
highly agreeable The salts crystalline
with regularity on the evaporation Of the
ether. Although the corrundums obtain
ed IL this process have not the extreme
hardness Of the national substance, yet
their br.lliancy when the operation is
carefully conducted is admirable Slick
and aluminium, the basis of the fints ana
clays, are elements to be found all over
the globe, and the process of manipulating
them into gems, though one of extreme
deIcacy, requires no costly apparatus and
no expensive materials.