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The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1871-05-10

COURSE OF STUDY
Embraces Preparatory and an Academic
Department. including Il Literary. Scion
titic and Optional Course, Special School
of Civil Engineering and q Commercial
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1871-05-10
Glae 1ollar M'sektv Sun,

A Newspaper of the Present Times.
intended for People Now on Earth.
Including Farmers. Mechanics. Merchants, Pro-
1essional Men, Workers, Thinkers, and all Man
ner of Honest Folks, and the Wives, Sons, and
Daughters of ell such.
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01
Habit Of Work.

In Finding Ones Occupation Gone"
intended apparently to show the impossi-
bility of a man actually retiring from all
work, is the following =" The hankering
after old occupations is everywhere to be
met with after the occupations gone"
Mr.. DICKENS, on his homewsrd
passage from America, had for one of his
fellow passengers an English sailor,
smart thorough bull: man-ofwar's man
from his hat to his shoes, who was on his
way home to see his friends, and who,
when he presented himself to take and
pay for his passage, had been advised to
work it instead and save the money-a
suggestion he secuted with scorn inefable,
swearing, in seaman's style ofimprecation,
that nothing should hinder his going as
gentleman. So they took his money. But
no sooner was he aboard than he slowed
his kit in the forcastle, arranged to mess
with the crew, and the very first time the
hands were turned up, he went aloft like q
cat before any body. And all through the
passage there he was, first at the braces,
outermost on the yards, perpetually lend
ing hand everywhere, but always with a
sober dignity in his manner, and sober
grin on his face, which plainly said, 1 do
it as gentleman. For my own pleasure,
mind VOu'"
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01
Don't Eat Too Much.

In order that we may rightly compre-
hend the blessings of this life, it is abso-
lutely necessary that we should eat. II
there is not provided for US a rational suf-
ficiency of nutriment, we will soon become
fraternally acquainted with the inanimate
clod; that is, to speak plainly, we shall
die. If eat too much, should our days
be prolonged by frequent inspiration OF
medicine, life will be TO us burden, griev-
GUS and heavy to be borne.
On account of our edible iniquities do
the doctors and apothecaries greatly
thrive; for we love life, even should phys
icians be ofno value and medicines give no
strength.
Over-much eating produces derange-
ment of the bowels, or L" carnal interiors,
causing pain, sorrow and gloom. Then do
we send for doctor, to enliven Us by de-
scribing our physical state. The doctor
prescribes and the apothecary mixes for
us "loathing and abominatiOn. But even
by the nausea of multitudinous COM
pounds we do not become wise. By great
tribulation, however, we are enabled to
perceive thei inestimable value of wisdom.
The wise man understands how large a
quantity of wood will suffice, and, profit
ing by experience, he conducts himself &C
cordingly. The foolish man eats too much.
This meat is as bitterness in his throat.
One of the problems of life is to de-
termine the qualities, quantities and times
of eating. Beyond doubt correct solu-
tion of this problem would bring health to
the nations. Should all carefully and dill
gently study this problem, the profess
ional employment of physicians would be
greatly lessened.-A. E. N, in Hearth and
Home.
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01
Peculiar Norwegian Customs.

/ SHALL never forget the friendliness
and cordiality with which, upon a recent
visit TO Norway, l was received and enter
tanned IN every household throughout the
country, where, for a longer or shorter
period, was guest and an inmate. Nor
can easily forget the many awkward
blunders | committed before I became in
it;ated into the manners and fashions of
my kind hosts-small sins, through igno-
rance, against the established and time
honored national code of ceremony and
behavior.
"Do in Rome as Romans do" is a very
wise precept, but somewhat difficult to
follow when you don't know how the Ro-
mans do, but have TO wait and learn that
first. l had, for instance, no idea that it
was the custom in NOrway-as also in
Denmark and weden-to 90 round after
dinrer and shake hands with every one
present, ladies and gentlemen, finishing
of y'ith the heat and hostess, and saying
10 each the Norwegian word velbekomme
which is about equal to May the meal
agree with you. At large dinner party
of some aG0or 800 guests this hsndshaking
becomes so serious business that it takes
some time and muscle to go through and
one almost gets hungry and thirsty again
by the time it is over.
Likewise it is customary in every Nor
wegian family, in the cities as Tell as in
the country, to say "tak for caffe," after
breakfast or lunch, and ''tak" for the after
supper, at which tea is always served.
All children, even the grown up ones
with children of their own, always say to
their parents "tak for mad" (thanks for
the meaD at every meal under the parent
sl roof, or even their own home, if the
parents are present. In few countries is
filial affection carried to such an extent
as in Norway father and mother are
names there only second to be held in less
reverence than that of God.-Letter TO ~
Y. RCsHinQ Post.
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01
Youths Department.
WINNIE UNDER THE APPLETREE
BIZ ELIZABETH AKERs ALLEN.

BIZ ELIZABETH AkERS ALLEN.
In home-nest Of peace and joy,
Bright and pleasant as home can be,
Lives merry and sweet-faced boy
Under a broad old apple-tree;
Searching wide you will seldom meet
Child so blithsome and fair as he
How can he help being pretty and sweet,
Dwelling under an apple-trse!
In the spring when the child goes out,
Glad as bird that winters past,
Making his fiower-beds all about
Liking best what he finished last;
Then the tree from each blOssomy limb
Heaps its petals about his feet,
And like benson over him
Scatters its fragrances, sweet to sweet.
He has only to smile and win
Face more lovely was never kissed
Dear blue eyes and a dimpled chin,
Curls that dance in golden mist;
Ctrcled ever by tenderest care,
Taught and guided by loves decree,
How can he help being good and fair,
Dwelling under an apple-tree?
In the summer the dear old tree
Spreads above him its cooling shade,
Keeping the heat from his cheek, while he,
Playing at toll with rake and spade,
Chasing the humming birds CLEAN and dart,
Wa ching the hOney-bees drink and doze,
Gathers in body and soul and heart
Beauty and hea.t tn like an opening rose.
In the autumn, before the leaves
Lose their greenness, the apples fall,
Roll on the roof, and bounce from the caves
Pile on the porch and rest on the wall;
Then he heaps on the grassy ground
Rosy pyramids brave to see;
How can he help being ruddy and sound,
Dwelling under an apple-tree?
In the winter, when winds are wild,
Then, still faithful, the sturdy tree
Keeps its watch DER the darling child,
Telling him tales of the May to be;
Teaching him faith under stormy skies,
Bidding him trust when he cannot see;
How can he help being happy and wise,
Dwelling under an apple-tree!
Our Young FOLKS,
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01
True Taste More Effective than Money.

Many imagine they must relinquish ell
hope of gratifying their tastes, or the in
herent love of the beautiful, if they do
rot rank among the rich. This is an en-
tirely false idea. There are houses upon
which thousands of dollars have been ex-
pended that would be quite intolerable to
people of real refinement as a permanent
residence. The whole arrangement and
furniture are so stiff and formal-sc heavy
and oppressive with superfluous ornament,
that simple curiosity to see what strange
vagaries can enter into the heads Of the
rich, and in what absurd manner they
study to spend their abundant wealth,
would seem to be the only motive which
could tempt sensible person to enter,
On the other hand, we find small modest
cottages, which besr unmistakable evil
dence of necessity for close economy, that
have more of real comfort and convenience
about them than those splendid mansions;
and, at the same time, they are gems, bear
ing in every part the stamp of true elegance
and refinement. They are so beautifed
by the genuine taste and ingenuity of the
occupants, that it is a real pleasure to pass
from one room to another or sit quietly
and enjoy the sweet enchantment-yet
money had little to do toward securing
such attractions. 1t is the fitness of things
the harmonious blending OF shape and
color, the adoption of the furniture to the
wants of each apartment, that make the
whole combination so peculiarly de-
lightful. And yet how and from
what was all this tasteful furnishing
constructed? If some of those persons
whose dark and gloomy parlors are
hung with the costly damask, and their
furniture carved and upholstered by the
most skillful and fashionable workmen,
should by chance find themselves in one Of
these pleasant homes, they could not help
being captivated by the spirit of the place,
in the absence of style and fashion The
elegant, airy, graceful parlors, the rest, the
peace and comfort which pervade the
whole atmosphere, would be to them new
experience, and what would be their as
tonisbment to learn with how little ex-
pense all this, which they acknowledge to
be so refreshing, has been secured
No matter if the purse is not very heavy,
young people, with good health and fair
share of taste and ingenuity, have great
pleasure in store for themselves when they
undertake to furnish and beautify house,
which is to be their first joint home.
There are so many small conveniences, so
many little contrivances that q carpenter
never thinks of, because he has never had
a woman's work to do, and therefore can
not see how important these little things
are A woman knows just where an hours
work, well considered and planned, can be
employed TO manufacture some convenient
thing, that will save much tune and
strength, and which, however cneaply
and roughly made, she can, IN a lew spare
moments, transform into an OBJECT OF real
beauty.-Ars. II. W. BseeheT-
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01

The Nashua Qows) Post says: Here
is new wheat item for 1871. The wheat
was sowed on the Mckee farm, this town
ship, April 1S. 1t was harvested July 1S,
threshed July 10, ground by Dellinger
Brothers, July 10, baked by Mrs. Wilson
July 20, and good bread it was too. Bread
from the seed in three months and two
dsys~
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01

A PERSON son Wa. walking ing into the l,,3 counting;
and shrewd merchant, inquired of the
clerk the rent of store which his en-
ployer wished to let The inquirer being
satisfied with the terms, said he would hire
the store; but the clerk, knowing that he
had recently failed for a large amount,
declined closing the bargain until he saw
Mr.. G. who was then absent from the city,
aAd desired the gentleman to call again.
Upon Mr.. C.'s return the clerk informed
him of what had been related. "How
much did he fail for?" asked Mr.. G.
About el0O00," was the reply. "And
how much did he psy?" "Only 10 per
cent, sir. Let him have the store, Sam,
let him have the store-he's got money
enough"
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01
Poetry.
CALEB AND RUTH

UNCLE CALEB and Ruth, his wife,
Caring little for outside weather,
Fifty years of their welded lie
Spent In this tiny house together.
NOISY the roof and gray the wall,
Narrow the window, low the door;
But loves own sunlight hallowed it all,
From raftered ceiling to sanded floor.
Silent toslay; but silver sweet
Voices of children long ago,
Keeping time with their restless feet,
Followed the mother to and fro.
Scattered afar from East to West,
Seeking their fortunes far and wide;
No one stays in the olden nest,
Where such beautiful memories hide.
Caring naught for the the desolate pain
OF the wind in the pine tree tops,
Caring naught for the grieving rain
That so sadly over them drops.
Heeding ss little the sunbeem's kiss,
Falling sweet from the summer sky,
In a narrower house than this
Caleb and Ruth together lie.
Up where the many mansions wait,
Is there, | wonder, a cottage small
Not too stately its pearly gate,
Not too shining It's golden WALL
Where these two may in peace abidef
Heaven were none if these mast part
Caleb away from her gentle side,
Ruth afar from his faithful heartl
Hand in hand from morning to night
Travelled these two the long earth-day;
Surely they walk through the fields Of light,
Hand IN hand on the shining way.
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01

"A suit has been instituted at Jackson
vile, ILL.,, for the recovery of diamond
said to be worth $SO0,000, the heirloom of
family for the past century.
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01

A RURAIIsT chewing on large purple
egg plant and plaintively remarklng,
"They don't raise as juicy melons as they
did before the wal" was a recent Titus
vile spectacle.
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01

A NEW YORK wholesale grocer who has
become rich in his business, lately gave
one OF his fundamental rules of action.
When he sold bill of goods on credit it
was his custom to Immediately subscribe
for the local paper of his debtor. So long
as his customer advertised literally and
vigorously he rested, but as soon as he be-
gan to contract his advertising space he
took the fact as evidence that there was
trouble ahead, and he invariably went for
his debt. For, "ssaid he, "the man who
reels too poor TO make his business known
is too poor to do business" This with
drawal of an advertisement is an evidence
of weakness that business men are not
slow to observe.
South-eastern Independent. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1871-1871, 1871-09-01

-Great Britain consumes four times as
much tea as tbs United States.
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05

Tie maxim tina, HE voice oftHe people is
the voice OF The divinity, may in some cases,
be open to doubt, hut the testimony Of hon.
est and enlightened Witnesses extending
through series of yeas. and all 10 the
same pnsport, is worthy of creienc,, ad hits
OF no question Upon such testimony the
reputation at Hosyetier 5 ) ouiAcs 'Bitters Is
an antilae anl care for many ailments. is
based During the twenty years that il has
been before the world, imerahe prepa
rations Intended IL .consete with il. have
gone up Ike rockets. and come dawn the
extinguishpd sticks Meanwhile The prog
ress that Incompatible tonic has, beea
swift ani steady always upward and on
ward like The eagles Hight. It's in,roluc
ton produce ii revolution in therapeutics.
and il proved to be one of those salua.y
revolutions tina, cannot q backwards. To-
day Hostetiers Biilcrs is G of the most
popular remedies in chiistentom ana com
nanis u lar -er'ssie than ny other IN -dici-
nal preparation. domestic or import, Lon this
side OF the Astantic, AS u cure for i, spep-
sia, bilious disorders, nervous atfeetions,
gene raj debility, and as preventative OF
/ endemic fevers. il takes precedence of CIV
ery other remedy. Tins fact should teaeh
! the ambitious country dealers who end av-
ar to .oist their local ahortions on the pub
| lie in its stead, how futile their small at
! Temps to caiosethc coMm1hi,v mn' ,nec.s-
| ssri.y be. Hlierc-,hs game iish have failed
there is no chance for the sssu,sers,' ~
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05

Ht CCuVOA hVuINs
q o. the Toledo Independent Dis
trict. met at the office of the Prrsi.
dent, last Monday evening; all the
Beard present.
/ The Bou-d ordered The Bell Com
mittce to procure OF Jones s. Co, a
$50 H. hell OF best bell metal, with
hanging.. ,54 ..,4
Mr.. Weiting was appointed com
mi,tee to procure one ton OF coal
and ono dozen rrooms, for the use
Of the School.
The following bills wer,, allowed
Silas McClain, taking enumeration
8 80! District, 1AtiA Sc %
NJ. 3. c. True. postage
aud local notices, 5 90
VIM Clark & Co, cray, III
ons ami stationery, go
The Secretary was authorized 10
draw an order tor one monlh's sala-
~ tor the Princibsi,
; On motion, Tho BOARD aJioprned,
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05

LED, :.
.HANGoXAAt Ills residence. one mil.
east Of Chelsea, Iowa, Sunday evening, DC
toher !. 1877, Of cancer, AMOS g. Haneox,
age,,h % years. s mouths and days.
The sabjrc,-oi the above notice was
born in New London c.iunty, Coma.
where he resided until Tire year 1878;
" which time he removed with his
fathers family to W eslern Peanssl-
vania, and settled IN Cherry Greek
township, Nsrnango county. T.
f8R b, removed 70 Knox county,
Kss..sand irosne there to lama ce,isssv,
Iowa, in ls52.-he,ng among the
.arliGst.sett'ers OF the county. s
We was uutiring in his .lndcav6rs
70 huill up good society and pure
chrisiiam,y, and was respected aud
honored by ali who knew him..
SFn the last eighteen months OF
III lie, the cancer Was yrnluslIyrsat,
ing away his lips, ana caase't nrttstl
suffering He bore the severe, Attic
ton with christian ). tortituic and
death and the grave had no terrors
Tor him. Cow.
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05

Cirea'ar Of tie county Central Com.
mittee.
TO the Republicans of lama County,
Iowa:
Uiere0s. + I. Wilcox, the Repnb.
lean candidate for County Superin
tendent. has withdrawn his name as
candidate for County Superin,cpd-
cnt: And
Uhersas, There is not sufficient
time prior to the election to call !,
County Convention tor the purpose
OF nominating candidate to fill the
vacancy -
Your County Central Committee
have nominated NJ, Faye,te Hur,l,
as the Republican candidate for
Comfy Superintendent OF Common
Schools, am! your COMMITTEES will
place Mr.. Hn,d's name upon the r.
FybjiHn ticket. aud would call upon
arf good Republicans to stand ny the
Nomination and see tina, our candi-
Oates are elected, and that they re.
celve at least the usual large MAORI
ties, OF our paHS,E
We wouldrflrti,er state, that we
believe Mr.. Fa, cite lIurd TO he one
OF tho finest scholars OF our county +;
man we'll qualified, anil -minen,ly
fit to ill the position an active, en-.
cr.etic, good man. AMI devoted
Christian +; morally and socially one
81 our best men; pledged to work
tor the great interest OF our schools,
and.to devote his time and talents to
their best interest.
All OF which your Committee
would respectfully submit 70 the Re-
publican voters OF 'rama county. anil,
believing as We do, tina, what we
have done, will prove tor the best IN
terest OF onv party, and result in the
uphniiling and adornmrnt OF gu,
Schools.
w. +. JOHNSTON,
Chairman Cen. Co. Committee.
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05
Wv Thing In Fencing.

Ncw Thing IN Fencing. =. g :,
Pllina as I. sherman, Gencsco town.
ship has taken ont a'patent on n ncw
wrinkle IN fencing He takes an. oh
long piece of iron aud makes ao'hole
in each end, at right an gles to each
other, or bends a piece OF wire with
two holes dbAarin* ikt rei1trnrs 10
each other--TAs aaaegll-ssss-st-4ea,sse.
holes he sipssstssN. suraE sando fustenk
the iron or wire to tree OF post, hn;f
through eic Other hole rims ,hee viz
Of. Nb,ch. he makes his fence. .1Avhei
the tree has grown 50 as Ia threaten
to overgrow the sarewoLe, draws tin
screw out Of danger, so continuing,
no matter how large the tree NAV
grow. Thssh considers il good idea.
nany OF his iicighbors agree With
him, many strangers, also, to whom he
has shown the model give Testimony
ct its value. Mr.. Sherman will soon
he prepared to put his new patc.t on
The market Tic may be addressed
ct Evergreen r, O., lama county
Iowa, is4asg kos 4l,fs !.
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05

Here are the two Oneida township
Republican tickets:
For Tustees-F. X. Morgan, Ma
than Huff, and w. w. Moses.
For ConstaJies-N. w. Hopkins,
and Charles + Storms.
For Assessor Hiram Frank.
For Township C2eyk-Welcomc
Mowry.
~ Iar 3spstse.TM. I.eavens, ". %.
.Dfaasapds, iom T'Gpgnning.
ss,s Ec,.t k+k.AysK B6its ~ e..
~ For Assessor-II,ram Frank - III
:. For ConstaJles-Reuben Philips,
and, Oscar Tprpsnmi"g. RI ~. BIS
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05
~
,pr,,r,y ELEtItU w.

SPL(IdL
NOTICE Is hereby gwen. =. $40,
~ election wuf ~ held ~ sne son0s.
Hpa.e, il sah-iss tssts ~ $3.50 - iln
hay Of Uetchc-. 4 =. esfsTT ~. S'S'".
ownShip, .a.na ceanty. Iowa, eon's..as
ut the hour % ri ~ . 'alrE. A. ~"
ngntsixpM. d. said day. for -
aose Of dctsr-ni MI M VII. Her - ndt
i've per cent. .hai, i. raj sed aud levta up
N he asAi,le property 81, said TOWNSHIP
or the year A. %. 1872. fsr the puspc-
.dln Inv the construction Of
SEIZE Paine X North Missouri Railroad
he lime Of said ,roadio run IN north AMI
ssJih direction through Oneida township, IN
aii county. And said TAX 20 he exce ended
+, she township " 9neiis Ia said county.
Al said eieclion the spuestion of Taxa
ton, or mo Taration,' will te submitted
TO the ard voters.
At said eFcctioa ~ persons opposed to
said tax will vote ballots on which are
written or printed the words mo raxa>
ton; and all persons in favor Of said TAI
will vote ballots on which is written or
printed the. word "raxa,isn;'' and should u
/ IN. joriiy OF "oies ~ said electioa be cast in
flvo: of said Taxation. said tax vim la
levied in accordance with the provisions Of
Chapter lo2. Of the Laws Of the 18th Gen
cral assembly. --D
Dated, til. &c h day Of sepiems~,, T. D.
1871. r. X. MORGAN,
W.D. DEAN,
N. HUFF. 80,
Township frsfH..
| Attest.
WELCOME MowRr,
3S-40i Tovuship Clert
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05
Mcssrs. A. N. &c A IT Rnsh ~

Messrs. A. N. &c A. II. Bush, the
celebrated Horse Trainers, paid our
city a visit last week. From their
gentlemanly department. they had no
difficulty in forming 4 class among
our citizens teaching them their new
theory in the art ct horse training,
giving entire satisfaction in every
particular. They have in their pos
session numerous testimonials from
ti:st,Ia>s hnfsemem IN several differ
cnt States, which proves that they
arc complete masters OF their pro-
tcssion.
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05

All persons kRbwlnyss,he
indebted 10 ius, ei,llerfs ~ III te,0E
book account ."and same due," must
settle the same promps,y;;"Assi wee.ire
obliged to have the money to pay our
debts. 40 HffN t'IGNaJ III
We take this method OF notifying
ALL hoRin0 that you VIII respond
without further n9tiee: ,,g.na, ~
Y ours, &c,
<z74fF4 8.@lN Nfs1m ISL
S8tt1 ~ hmss21's FREE u ,MoRsas r 4
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05
drake Plant.


are not only the most complete substitute
Tor mercury infcases Of diseased Liver, bu'
in dyspepsia, when used in CONNECTION
~i,h the German Bitters or Tonic they act
like u charm. Relieved by An ingenious
combination with .foMf other valuable iD2re'
dents. of all tendency Of gripping or osi,ei
Distressing and painful results, they ACT
promptly aud pleasantly. Two smalfpilis
constitute regular dose. they are mefv
powerful and sea, ching ihan the MandraAe
itself, and act u.on and regulase,he Liver
far more etFec,aaliy than unionAi, without
any Of iIs dangerous after eifecis The
AN piLaais 10 he regarded
as family tnedicins. they can.b be used
safel and to- advantage in co'junctio,
with the iAftiiR Srsr TOf sC,r bW F.em
selves tAa Wes H IA, S,lice, II assrdered
Liver, Sick Headache, Overloaded Stomach.
bissnpoh ar in f4ct any of ils ordinary
diseases. in which pure. safe aud prompt
vegetable caihar,ic is reqnired.q; sfs -ssJ
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1871-10-05

! 'rhoke' who mtic,Sl s,anc grave IT,
geographical, photographed and other
errors in some prniSis Of Eet &.i&A
REPUBLICAN, intjrln,H tint tile
editor was unable to be present l.,
read proof, aud no one but himself
il himself, Gan DO Justice :" his land
writing. Our, regrets a, the errors
will not help matters now.