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Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
BURNING OF A STEAMER ON THE Mrssrs.rp

BURNING OF A STEAMER ON THE MtssIssIp
PI RIyER.-1 Terrible Scene-.hany Ptssen.
gers DroGned IN MEMPHIs, January l5.-The
steamer r. H. McCiil, from st. Lnuis m M
Orleans, was burned on Shoe Fly bar last night.
The fire broke out aft. Owing to heavy rale
prevailing the flames spread rapidly, and the
passengers had barely time to rush to the bow
and plunge into the water before the fire was
upon them. To add to the horrors of the
scene the weather was intensely cold, and
many who plunged into the river were chilled
and sunk to rise no more. The survivors give
imperfect and conflicting reports.
The boat had been aground for two days.
and had unloaded 200 tons of her freight in
order to get over the Tar. She was loaded
with 600 tons Of general merchandise. includ
ing pork and coal OIL just as the passengers
were preparing to retire, an alarm OF fire was
raised, and general stampede ensued. Two
steamers, which had passed her, were several
miles above. but seeing the fire turned back
and arrived in time to render valuable assis-
tance. The engineer thinks that at least is
persons were lost.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

CONGRESSIONAL REPRESENTATION The
new apportionment of Representatives to Con-
gress, reported by Mr. Mrrcur, from the House
committee on the Judiciary, makes $50 the
number of which the House s. all be com
posed. On former occasion the House assign
ed to itself 275 representatives, while the
Senate named 300: The present proposition is
a compromise. The ratio of representation is
fixed at l37, 800, aud the only losses under it
will be borne by Vermont aud New Hampshire,
each of which will be deprived of one repre-
sentative Massachusetts,, New York Mary
land, Virginia, North and South Carolina,
Alabama, Mississippi, California, and Mime
sofa will each gain one. New Jersey, Penn
sylvania, Georgia. Texas, Kansas and Wi>con-
sin will respectively gain two. Missouri, Mich
igan and Iowa will each gain three, and Illinois
four. The States not here enumerated will
retain their present representation. Classified
as sections. the result will give the West nine
teen additional members, the South nine ad-
ditional, the Middle States six, and entail upon
New England loss of two.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

INvALIDs SENT South "A lady. who has
recently been boarding in mthern hotel,
among sick and dying con>umptivrs from the
cruelty of sending hopeless invalids away from
the conveniences ani comforts of home, to die
among strangers. without any of the familiar
alleviations of sick-hed A patient in the
first stages Of the disease may be able to take
care Of himself and bear without much ncon-
venence life among strangerS---and to this
class of sufferers a change to a Southern
climate may be advisable; but among those in
advanced stages of consumption, the instances
are very few where the experiment can be
safely made
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
STATE AND LOCALS.

SHORT ITEMs-A grand ball masque Was
one of the novelties of Dover last week. 1t
took place at the residence of Hon. Chas
Brown, on Wednesday evening, and is repre-
sented as having been splendid affair.
Fox hunting is popular in the lower part Of
the county. A big chase came off at Frederi-
ca last week, and also one in Milford Neck
A handsome stained-glass window has been
placed in Christ church, Dover, by Mrs. f. 5.
A. Worrel, as a memorial OF her deceased
husband DIR. Edward Worrell.
Hon. Eli Salisbury, U. S. Senator elect,
was born in Mispilion HID, is a bachelor OF
% winters, has been a member of the Mrth0-
dist Church since he was sixteen years old
and commenced the study Of law at the age of
40. He is the oldest of the brothers.
A little son of Mr.. j. Straus, of Milford
swallowed pin about tour years ago, and un-
der the treatment of Dr. Purnel, OF that town.
he passed the pin from his bladder on the 10th
inst. He lived in Philadelphia at the time,
and had been suffering for over two years
That the pin should find its way into the blad
der is strange.
The St. Jones Neck NJ E. Church, near
Dover, Rev. j. o. Sypherd, pastor, will be
re dedicated next Sunday. 1t has been re-
modelled and is now handsome church. Rev.
Mr. Stubs, of Milford will preach the dedica
tory sermon.
The MiddletOwn debating society has decid-
CD that married life is happier than single life.
Some unknown man hired horse and car
rlage from Mr. Thomas Lame, of Middetown,
on Saturday week, under the pretext of going
to Camden, and has no. returned He went to
llmlngtOn instead of Camden.
Quite number of Northerners who bought
land and settled in the vicinity of Dover, are
pulling up stakes and going back home. So
says correspondent.
Mr. Merritt n. Willis had sorrel horse.
valued at two hundred dollars, stolen from the
Methodist Church yard in Middletown on
Tuesday night week.
The cOlored people of Dover are trying to
organize brass band.
Some fishermen down about Milsboro, Sus.
sex CO., on Monday week caught at one haul
one hundred bushels Of fine perch fish Large
quantities are being shipped to New York by
railroad.
A man in Baltimore hundred, in Sussex.
recently sent $50 to New York to purchase a
lot OF counterfeit money, and received box Of
saw dust in return. Served him right.
The citizens Of Seaford are making consider
able effort in behalf Of the Georgetown and
Seatord railroad.
1t is affirmed that Rev. Jacob Todd, an elo
quent and effective young minister, now Of
Philadelphia, would be acceptable to many ol
the congregation OF Grace Church Whining
| ton,
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The SEAFORD AND GEORGETOWN R. R.
Pursuant to call flom the commissioners Of
the Seaford & Georgetown Railroad, a meet
ing was held at Seaiord, on Saturday last
which was very largely attended by the promi
nent men Of Sussex county. Speeches, favor
able to the immediate construction of the rod,
were made by Mr. Gibbons President of ,be
Junction 4 Breakwater X. R., Jscot Mnore
Daniel NJ. Fields and others. A committee of
three, consisting Of Jas W. Morgan, G. w. S.
Nicholson, and Henry Wright, were appointed
to canvass the neighborhood for stock they
are TO report their success at the next meeting.
which will be held on the 5th Of February, at
Marchbank's hotel, in Seaiord, when the regu
lar bo1rd will be elected, and decisive measures
taken. When this intercalar road is completed
the chain of communication will ext nd across
the Peninsula, from Cambridge Md. to Lewes,
DEL by direct and expeditions route Lon,
n,erciaL
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The FAMILY RING.-Elsewhere We print
the remarks of various journals concerning the
. family rule " in this State There is gen
eral disposition on the part of the press to
taunt us for bowling so meeky at the political
shrine of one household for so long time,
but if the Democrats, who arc responsible for
it, enjoy such truthful jokes, the Republicans
can not complain. They can only look on with
the self-resignation that long-established Gus
tom has embued them with, and pity such of
their Democratic opponents as are sick of the
"ring."
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The FARMERS CLUB of Kent county met in
the old Levy Court room, in Dover, Saturday
week, Hon. Charles Brown in the chair. Thos
b. Coursey, esq, read paper rpon the fol
lowing subjects: Does the purchase of fer
tlizers impoverish the community in which
they are used? How the money goes, where
the money goes and why the money goes A
discussion upon the subject OF fertilizers en-
sued, in which the president Hon. N. B.
SSmthers, DIR. Isaac Jump, G. H. b. Day, ESQ.
Manlove Hayes, I. B. Coursey, James h.
Heverln and others participated A resolu
ton was adopted thanking Mr.. Coursey for his
essay and requesting copy OF it for publica.
ton. Adjourned till the first Saturday in
February The paper read by Mr. Conrsqy
VIII be published in our next issue.-DelG-
tCdredn
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The OLD SPIRIT Nor DEAD.-The other
day, when the Ohio House of Representatives
was discussing resolution to simply permit
Jones, bas.r relief of the surrender of Vicksburg,
surmounted by a beautiful bust of Abraham
Lincoln, to be placed in the rotunda of the
bear from voting against it, while Mr. Seitz, of
Seneca county, made the remark, Mr.. Speak
er, with respect for the sculpture, but not for
the dead vote aye. And only this week the
Legislature of Va, by a party vote, ordered the
picture of Robert L. Ice for the Safe Capitol,
and by the same vote rejected motion for the
purchase of a portrait of General George Fl.
Thomas, the best man Virginia has had since
Marshall
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

A STATE CHEMlsT.-There is desire on the
part OF many persons that State Labratory
oe established In connection with Delaware
Oolege. Prof Williams, of that institution il
recommended as State Chemist Jt i est;
mated that the average sale in Delaware ner
annum, of all the fertilizers offered. has been
10000 tons, costing the farmer $3.50, 900, upon
which he has paid the manufacturers n n, I
profit OF, at the lowest estimate, 5000. 600
Many OF these fertilizers are not worth IS per
ton, while none OF them sell for less than $40
by submitting them to a chemical ANALYSIS.
much worthless trash called Super phosphate
would be detected and farmers saved from
heavy loss. -'0''
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

FUN AMONG THE DOVER DAMsELs. cor
respondent of the Middletown Transcript,
writing from Dover, says:
Neck-tle parties have been inauguratcd, and
new society has been started by some of our
town ladies, in which they initiate gentlemen,
but they must submit to be bindfolded TO re.
ceiye the degrees, which l think number
twelve and consists of so many kisses upon the
candidates willing lips; but the joke is that
the kisses are not those of a ROSY checked dam
sci, but-but-the most Convenient hov Mt
hand. Several prominent legislators were
recently victimized by these ladies' 10 this man
ner,
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

According to Washington despatch to the
British Minister, has semi officially requested
Mr.. Fish to inform him whether Collector
Murphey was authorized to tender welcome
in the name Of the United States Government
TO the lately arrived Fenians, who, although
liberated could not be regarded other than
foes OF the British Government. The circum-
stances attending the Fenian reception have
given rise TO a rumor in New York that Col
IectOr Murphy will retire from Office.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The inventory Of personal property IL, J.,
the late Thaddcus Stevens, shows to,,l y =
$48,6lS ''''' q"
A Methodist Church, with ,nornbcr,hir :
about 100, has been established at S.lt l,ta lpLn
City. LAKE
The Confederate Cotton Loan in Enol,r1.
rightly called a." permanent investment. - "
Twenty Of the wcathicst merchant, in p.
have been made bankrupt bv the war a'"
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The new apostles of Woman Suffrage will
doubtless rejoice at getting ifty-fve votes in
the House OF Representatives. When thew
learn how easy it is, in Washington, to get a
vote IN favor of q measure which all sides
regard with good-humored Indifference, so long
As everybody knows that it can t pass any wav
they will be more likely to rate their demos,
stration at its true worth.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

THE TINES is published every Wednesday afternoon by
JOSEPH H. HoFFEcKBR Editor aud Proprietor at SMYRNA
Delaware.
5000 advance or n
not paid till the end Of the year. discontinued
all arrears are psionly at the option Of the Publisher
ADVERTISEMENTS will be inserted at the of Seyen
ane forthe first inSeron subsequent insertions
ahalt cents liberal discount made 10 quarterly
nual and vrarly advertisers
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The Germans of Davenport, Iowa, held
meeting on Friday night, and passed resoiu-
tions withdrawing their sympathy" from the
Administration, because it allows arms and
ammunition to be sold and sent to France. A
German meeting in Chicago ON Saturday
night, also adopted resolutions denouncing Tho
Government for not stopping the shipment of
arms to France
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The Congressional Temperance Society cele.
brated its fourth anniversary at the Mrtropoli
tan Church, in Washington, Sunday night.
Officers were elected for the ensuing year,
headed by Senator Wilson, of Massachu usetts,
as President. Resolutions we're adopted re-
commanding the renewal Of the 22d Of Febru
airy meetings, the results Of which last yeai
were encouraging
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

?, 1t is noted that in the recent vote in the
House on female suffrage, one of the coIored
members voted for it and the other against it.
=, A street in Peoria, Illinois, rs nick-named
Turtle Dove Lane since fifteen newly married
couples took up their residence thereon.
They have "mrsh and milk suppers'' al
Toledo, for the benefit of Sunday Schools.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

ITALIAN UNITY "A mass meeting of the
citizens Of New York - omm.m0 ate the
unity of Italy, was held at the Academy OF
Music, on the evening of Jan Eth. Several
thousand persons assembled before the hour OF
meeting, and such a crowd gathered outside
that an imprOmptu meeting was held aud sever
al addresses delivered The regular meeting
organized, and called Major General Dix to the
chair, who made >hort speech sketchng the
history OF Italian unity. A series of reSolu
tons expressing the sympathy Americans feel
for the advance of Cavour's idea, "A Free
Church in Free State, were passed, and
stirring addresses were had from Parke God
win, Henry Ward Bppcher, DR.. Bellows,
Horace Greeley, and William Cullen Bryant.
Mr.. Beecher made an address in which he
argued that ecclesiastical government is the
worst kind OF government. AT the close of
the meeting the Chairman announced that
he had sent telegram to the King of Italy,
stating that More than ten thousand Ameri
can citizens are celebrating tonight the union
OF Rome with Italy, and send congratua-
tions."
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
MANUFACTURING EsrApLIsHMENTs.-

MANUFACTURING EsTABLIsHMENTs.-A
meeting was held in Middletown last week to
take into consideration the establish ment in
Mddletown of merchant mill, WOODEN facto-
ry and canning establishment. John A.
Reynolds, esq was called to The chair, and
Victor Green, esq, appointed Secretary. 1t
was determined ty the meeting to apply to
the Legislature at it's present session fl char
ters for the above establishments, with 500,
900 capital each, with right to begin either
when $4,000 has been ubscribed.-1rdns-
crjDt
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

THE LIQUOR QUESTION. J. III.
Lghtbourn, of Dover, is preparing a memorial
to the Legislature, asking the passage of a
permissive bill for the sale of liquor giving
each Incorporated city, town or Hundred, the
right to vote whether the sale of liquor shall
be licensed therein.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The assertion made by many Democrats that
there was no one in their party competent for
the Senatorship outside of "the family" was
doubtless an unintentiona reflection upon the
Democracy
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

A POPULAR EDUCATIONAL MOVE IN MIL
F0RD.-An effort is about being made in Mil
ford to consolidate the several school districts
into a graded school, where not only primary
branches shall be taught but also the langua.
ges sciences and higher English branches A
public meeting, to ascertain the views Of the
citizens on the subject was held on Monday
evening. This is a good move
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

In the report of the Kent County Insurance
meeting, furnished us last week, the names of
VIM. Denney and Jacob Deakyne, as Direct
ors, were accidentally omitted.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

The Cincinnati Inquirer, dercely Democratic,
compliments the message of GOV Hnvss oi
Ohio, because -" he has shown good sense and
good taste in emitting any discussion of ma,
tional politics, which are often lugged into
messages by State Executives" a marked
copy OF the paper should be sent to Gov. Pom
der v"
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

SECRETARY OF STATE.-Governor Ponder has
appointed John Fl. Paynter, ESQ.,, of George
town, Secretary Of State. Mr.. p. sprv ed in
the State Senate from 1867 to 1869 is possess
ed of fair abilities, and is looked upon as a
fair and honorable man. The Democratic pa
pers compIiment him unite highlY.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

OMISSION We failed to receive our Dover
letter this morning Such omissions cause lis
appointment and annoyance.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
NOTIONS AND STATIONARY.

Buttons, Spool Cotton, KNITTING Cotton, Hoop
Skirts, Balnoral-. Ladies aud Chlidreu's Hose
Mems Hose, Candle Wick, Lamp lcks, Goye',
Neck.tcs. Handkerchrefs, H"ok> and Eye, V'IVsI
trimmings, Tape, Skirt BaId. Combs, Gun Gaps,
Har Pins. Buckles, Pms, ,olcs, S,rs>ors, Coat
and Vrs Binding, ThrmhIes, Collars, uf> Cursels,
Twine, hid Gloves, Machine Sewing SIX, and
spool Silk, &c. &c, Letlel, FooIs.cap, Note and
Bill Paper, Pens. Pen Holders. Lead Pencils, Sahi
and Pencils Envelopes, Pass Books Ink, Pocket
Books, Spelling Books, Copy Books. MucIlsge, 9e'
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

L can confidently say that Simmons Liver
Regulator has done me more good than all the
medicine ever used. | shall never be withont
1t. JOHN j. ALLEN, Bibb County.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

GOvERNoR's RECEPTION. .-Governor Pom
der held rrceptonon Tuesday evening of last
week, in the Representative Hall, which was
largely attended. Mrs. Ponder was present
and was introduced to large number of la
dies aud gentlemen
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

A SERENADE.-Eli Salisbury, esq, was
selenaded at his residence, on Tuesday even
ing Of last week, by the Dover Cornet Band
The compliment WAS acknowledged and the
company present invited in to partake of re-
freshments. No Intoxicating drinks were al
lowed
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
Go to Schwarz4' for Bargains.

The only store for the inhabitants of Smyrna
and vicinity to secure bargains, is at Schwarzs'
before it is too late
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
From the New York Mail.

The Delaware election attracted little atten.
ton The State belongs to a few families.
who inherit it's Offices, as the old IivingStones
and Van Rensselaers Of this State used to in
herit and " lord it, over whole counties The
place of Senator Salisbury is to be taken bv
his brother, Eli Salisbury. It will not be
hard for the latter to Gil his brothers. place in
the Senate. His place elsewhere is better un
filled
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
DRY GOODS

viz: Silks, PopIrns, Alpacas, Challles, AlLWOo
Delaiues, Cotton DeIaines, aud CalIcoes with nsDJ
of the latest slyles Of Dress Goods Ginghamt,
Jeans, Osnaburgs. FIanne!s, Tlckngs, Table Cloths,
Sack FlanneIs, Napkins, SheetIngs, Pillow Case
Musns, Swiss Striplugs, Cambrlcs Paper MuslinS
Denrms, Checks, DnIlungs, Nankeen, Liuens, Mus
Inns, Plards Shawls, Diaper, Lawns, Chambfsys.
PIques, and all the goods usually found in 6tsL
class country store.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

To LET-A two-story Store House, on Main
Street, with grocery room and cellar; we'll To-
Gated and choice business stand. Apply to
j. II. Primrose
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
Wood and WiiiOw-Ware.

Washing Tubs, Buckets, Keelers, Chnrns, BrOcm',
Clothes Pins. CloIhes Brushes, Hair Brushes Scrub
Brushes. Fancy and Market Baskets. Curry { onb,
Butter Prints. Butter Bowls. Nash Boards. Wall
Brushes, Half Bushel and Peck Measures, Oh
Cloths. Mats, and all sizes OF Rope.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
The Cloths and Cassimeres

are new, just bought, and comprise all the leadir
STYLES.
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@ q - - .
CHEAPER
THAN EVERt

The undersigned respectfully announces TO ii,
citizens Of Smyrna and vicinity that he has Just
opened his
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25
kEW STOCK OF GOODS,

which he intends TO sell cheaper than any sold iE
this market for years. consisting of
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

At +. A. Schwarz's New York Bazaar you
can get Jonvins Best Kid Gloves for 81 90
worth 81. 9j. Every pair warranted not to rip.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

A rare chance for bargains at Primrose $.
Goods at cost.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

If you don't want to pay the same high
prices you did before Z. A. Schwarz opened
here, now is the time to buy.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

If you want a ladies hand made Cap Tor Is
cents, worth Sl.5O, go to f. A. Schwarz New
York Bazaar
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

NorICE.-E. A. Schwarz's New York Ba-
zaar will positively remove from Smyrna, Del. j.,
on the 18th of February, 1871.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

Z. A. Schwarz will not sell any of his stock
at auction, 50 secure your goods before he
leaves.
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

To show how Delaware sticks to certain of
her own families let u> name some of her for
mer Senators: George Read and George
Read Riddle :. Richard A. Bavard, James A..
Bayard, Sr. James \. Bayard, Jr., and Thos.
Francis Bayard, the present Senator; Caesar
A. Rodney and Daniel Rodney; Joshua Clay
ton, Thomas Clayton and John w. CLAYTON,
and now Willard salisbury and Eli Salisbury
Ot course Cove Srul> >bury and the brother in
law, Governor Ponder must vet 90 to the
Senate; and Mr.; Bayard, nobody doubts, will
succeed himself
Smyrna times., 1871-01-25

A large stock Of Ladies' and Children Flu,
are now offered at cost by Primrose.
Lamoille newsdealer. [volume] (Hyde Park, Vt.) 1860-1877, 1871-06-21
EARN FOR SALE

DARN FOR SALE!
Located 3-4ths mile from North wolcott
on the stage road to Irnsburgh, within 100 rod,
Of COED saw.mill. said farm contains 50acres
Gi excellent land, about thirty acres cleared
Buildings all nearly new-horse-barn built last
season. Running water to house and barn.
brought from a never falling spring. Sud farm
VIII Keep six COWS and horse, and bya little IA
Der can be made 10 keep sight c,ws. The land
IS new and very productive in fact il is one
oil the beet farms in Lamoille County Of its size
and no one could ask for better location. IL be-
ing one Of the best roads in the county. and 2
miles from the depot. Also 40 acres Of wild
land on which is sugar orchard Of from 1000
to l2UO trees. sugar house and all necessary
fixtures, 18th mile from the above mentioned
farm. Also % acres Of wild land located two
miles from said farm. The above places win be
sold together or separately as desired. For fur
particulars inquire Of or address
loft |. c. SANBORN, No. Wolcott. Vt
Lamoille newsdealer. [volume] (Hyde Park, Vt.) 1860-1877, 1871-06-21
state OF Vermont, Lamoille District. IS. In
Probate Court held at johnson in said Dist
on the 18th day Of May. A. d 1871

Abel Camp administrator Of the estate Of n
eriun sPauding late Of Morrislown in sad distrje,
examination aud allowance and max 81 a,,,'i,as ~
thu estate Of said deceased. PAs'ssioA VI
nneIeuopn, IL is ordered by said Court that said
account and application he referred h. .s ~ !,
sad Court 70 be held at the Probate Otice n said
johnson, on the 18th day Of June A n ts-t ~.
hearing and decisio. thereon. - ''.i' ior
And Ii is further ordered. that natio. 49,,
given to all persons interested bv pubIicafinn !,
the same three week successfully in the Tasnoiii
SeWsdeslers newspaper published at HYDE part
previous 70 said time appointed for hearing sha,
they may appear at said time and place. and sha,
cause. II any they may have, WIZ aid aerana,
sheuld not be allowed. and suchdecree made
A tue copy ofrecord Attest
y HOMER c. IRISH Ragss.o~
Lamoille newsdealer. [volume] (Hyde Park, Vt.) 1860-1877, 1871-06-21
HOTEL FOR SALE,
AT EDEN MILLS.

The subscribers will dispose OF this celebra-
ted hotel property, located on one Of the best
roads in the country for business. Ii can be
made tayorite resort for pleasure seekers. be-
ing located near Eden Pond, and some Of the
pest hshlng grounds in the state. The property
Is in good state OF repair and doing good bust
ness For further particulars enquire Of or
address the subscribers on the premises
HILL & MONTGOMERY.
Eden, Mach If, 1871. l7tf