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Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

WASHINGTON AS A FARMER. farm of General Washington, at Mount Yer non, contained ten thousand acres of land in one body-equal to about fifteen square miles. It was divided into farms of convenient size, at the distance of two, three,' and five miles from the Man- sion House. He visited these farms every day, in pleasant weather, and was constantly engagedSin making experi- ments for the improvement of agricul- ture. Some idea. of the extent of his farming operations may be formed from the following facts In 1797 he had five hundred aud eighty acres in grass sowed six hundred bushels of oats seven hun dred acres with wheat-and as much more in corn, barley, potatoes, beans, peas, &c., and one hundred and fifty with turnips. His stock consisted of one hundred and forty horses; one hum dred and twelve COWS two hundred and thirty-six working oxen, heifers and steers, and five hundred sheep. He con- stautly employed two hundred and fifty hands, and kept twenty-four ploaghs going during the whole year, when the earth and the state of the weather would permit. In 17S0 hesslaughtered one hundred and fifty hogs for the use of his own family, and provisions for his ne- groes, for whose comfort he had great regark
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05
Take Your Home Paper.

The following is taken from the edito- rial columns of the Lady's Book: "What tells us so readily the standard of town or city as the appearance of its paper And it's youth or it's age can as well be determined by the observing as by per sonal notice. The enterprise of it's citi- zens is depicted by it's advertisements, thelr liberality by the looks of the paper. Some papers show good, solid, healthy foundation, plethoric purses, and 8 we'll to-do appearance generally others show 8 striving to contend with the grssping thousands around them, trying hard to wrench out an existence from the close listed community around them. An oc- casional meteoric display in it's columns of telegraph, or local or of editorials, show what 1t can do if it had the means, but it cannot continue in the expensive work until support comes, which ought to be readily granted. A newspaper is like church !; it wants fostering in the commencement, and for few years
 then, as 8 general thing, it can walk along, and reflect credit upon its location
 Take your home paper it gives you more news of immediate interest than New York or other papers it talks for you when other localities belle you it stands up for your rights you always have { champion in your home paper, and those who stand up for you should certainly bt we'll sustained. Your interests are kin
 dred and equal, and you must rise or fal together. Therefore, it is your interes
 to support your home paper; not grudg ingly, but in liberal spirit !; as 8 pleas
 ure, not as disagreeable duty, but as a1 investment that will amply pay the ex penditure."
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

- A PoETIoAn GRAMMAR. "A poetical grammar, with rhymes in the 5" Mother Goose" style, might aid children to be- come familiar with the absurdities of our language, Some of the newspapers seem to be making the attempt to com pose one. The following stanzas arc 8 sample 7 a'@a :" '2".''" VT .~.' ."' ' Remember, though box s-'.'.-."s. !. in In the plural makes boxes, s P ,.-.
 The plural of OK
 Should be oxen not ''oxes. i'-T
 And remember, though fleece
 In the plural is fieeces, r ri'i'
 That the plural of goose , 4, -
 Isn't " "gooses," nor !" geeses."
 And remember, though house In the plural is houses,
 The plural of mouse ..st .--
 Should be mice, and not "mouses." Or the last statement may be presented in the following metre:
 Mouse, it is true, .,,. -~.
 In the plural is mice;
 But the plural of house
 Should be houses, not "hice.''
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05
A Romantic Story.

The Alto Cdtito,mia speaks of new expedition which has just set out from
 San Francisco to seek and possibly to find
 the treasures said to have been hidden long ago by pirates in the caves of Cocos Island in the South Pacific. Two organ ized attempts to do the same thing have already been made-one in 1867 and the other in 1S70-but both of them failed 1; | the first because the stress of weather prevented the arrival of the vessel at the island, and the second for the very good
 reason that the explorers did not know
 where the treasures were hidden, and con- sequently could only work at random
 | The expedition which has just set out is under the command of Captain Thomas
 Welsh, who has agreed to claim nothing if the amount of treasure he shall find
 shall not exceed $3OOOO,OOO in value, but if it shall exceed that amount he is to
 have all the excess. This captain, having been interviewed by reporter, has re- vealed some strange stories of his earlier l life, which, should they be true, show him to be fit commander. The tale in brief language is the following: Long years ago there dwelt a lovely maiden in Kent
 England, who was wooed by a nobleman
 but married commoner-the father of Captain Welsh. The nobleman raved,
 and became so exceedingly misanthropic that he determined to turn pirate and SCOUT the Spanish Main in a rakish-looking brig, and wreak vengeance on all man. kind. He had succeeded to his hearts content in becoming the counterpart of the Black Avenger, but as years rolled on he thought he would revisit Kent and see what had become of his old love. Thither he went and found that she had given birth to son, had died and left this boy to be cared for by guardian, and brought up with that guardians child Eliza-the present Mrs. Welsh. One day the chil- dren were playing together when tall and fierce man came, carried them of, placed them OF board the rakish-looking brig, and sailed away with them. This demon was the nobleman-pirate, and he had 16O trusty men with him who had sworn never to take the black flag from the mast. For many years they secured the seas, and, at length grown rich with plundered store they steered their brig for Cocos shore, where they buried an in calculable amount of wealth in certain cave. But the end of their evil deeds ap- preached, and at last they went the way of all pirates-some were shot and some were hanged. The boy and girl escaped, were afterwards married, and now in their drous isle in search of what they know is there. With silvery hair Eliza walks the deck an ocean queen, and although not precisely the pride of the pirate's heart, still hale, hearty old lady. Bon 0oyoge.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

INFLUENCE OF HEAT ON THE HUMAN BoDY.-Dr. Craig, of the Medical Ser vice of the United States army, prose- cuted some experiments during the hot summer of 1870, as published in the American Journal of Science, in reference to the influence of external physical conditions upon the temperature of the human body. The highest bodily tenn perature observed by him during that time was 99. 70 F. He states that below 99o he did not feel uncomfortably hot l; but when 99. % was reached, then the sensation of suffering from heat come on. By the prolonged use of the shower-bath he was able to reduce his temperature to 97. TO in the hottest weather, which constituted very great amelioration of his sensations. He concluded that the discomfort we feel in hot weather is not from the heat on Che surface, but from the secondary effect of heating the whole body. Should the internal heat of the body be raised above 1000, he thinks that apoplexy and sun-stroke would be quite likely to supervene. Judging from some experiments recorded elsewhere, Dr. Craig thinks that reduction of the temperature as low as 58o F., by exter- nal applications of cold, is as great as it is safe to venture upon. 'a' :" @",+'q
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05
Ralph Moore was aitting in his noor lods-

THE CosT.-The rent-ron of the Tich, borne estate is upward of sixteen thou sand pounds a year. Assuming that the trial has cost two hundred thousand pounds, this could be easily raised at four per cent. on the property, and the interest payable thereupon would re- present half the; income. The present Baronet being minor, who will not be of age for many years, would probably only be allowed thousand year fo1 educational and other expenses, so that by the time he attains his majority the property will havc fully recovered the costs caused by "the claimant" ,.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

THE DETROIT RIVER TUNNRL.-Th en- terprise will consist of two main tunnels fifty feet apart, and about two miles in length, with roofs about eighty feet be- low the surface of the river. Between and below the level of these lies the subetunnel, three-fourths of mile in length, for drainage purposes. The lat ter is all that thus far has been attempt ed, work sn the American end of it hay ing been begun some three months since. The inauguration of the build ing was the sinking of shaft on either side to the depth below the level of the sub-tunnel. In these are to be located wells for the reception of the water from sub-tunnel, and from them the drainage thus accumulated will be pumped back into the river. It is also probable that these shafts will be utilized for the use of foot passengers, by the placing of spiral stairways within them. All that has yet been done has been accomplished by boring, 0 method which, to certain degree, will be dispensed with in the construction of the main tunnels. On the Canada side, where the work has just begun, depth of 120 feet-to solld rock bed-has been reached. By nice engineering calculation, the bodies of workmen from each end will meet in ex- act harmony. The main tunnels will have to desc1ibe curves in reaching the two points of egress, because of the character of the river bed, which consists of solld rock, overlaid with clay. The gentlemen in charge of the work say that three years will see the "job done."
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05
A Joke. and What Came of It.

Charles Farren, youth employed in one of the manufacturing establishments of Lafayette, Ind, went home at a late
 hour one night lately, and thinking to give his landlady a sensation, marked his face in spots with red keel. He had walked into the sitting room and taken seat by the fire before the spots were noticed. The landlady, all absorbed,
 looked up from her work in moment,
 and noticing the spots on his face, asked in evident alarm, f Why, Charlie. what on earth is the matter with your face ?' "Don't know" replied Charlie, ss but guess it's only the varioloid." Then was 8 scene better imagined than de- scribed. The landlady was at first para lyzed with horror, but recovering in a moment, she rushed to the door, opened it qu1ckIy-"Get out of this mighty quick" said she. "Get out l" she screamed at the top of her voice, and, deaf to all expostulation from poor Charlie, she hustled him out without his overcoat. I3 moment she opened the door and kicked his overcoat and cap out, as though afraid to touch his clothing with her hands. Charlie stood out in the cold, bewildered with the un- expected turn affairs had taken, when he heard window raised, and gentle voice called him by name. "Here, Charlie, here is your trunk 1" There was a plunge in the snow, and sure enough, there was Charlie's new trunk, with all his store clothes and personal effects. The practical joker sought the first sheltering roof at hand, but took the precaution to wash his face in the snow. .H. .-ar =s.'t ,tt --s.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

CHOICE or A W1FE.-Dr. Franklin re- commends young man, in the choice of a wife, to select her from bunch, giving as his reason, that when there are many daughters they improve each other, and from emulation acquire more accomplish ments, and know more, and do more, than single child spoiled by paternal fondness. This is 8 comfort to people with large families. -,,a .ga...r.,-r ;..-5
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

CLEANING TINwARE.-An experienced housekeeper says the best thing for cleaning tinware is common soda. She gives the following directions Dempen a cloth and dip in soda and rub the ware briskly, after which wipe dry. Any blackened ware can thus be made to look as good as new,
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

A fancy farmer sent in the following truthful report of his agricultural opera tions to the assistant assessors of the rev enue tax: |" Mr.. K, my farming opera tions I have to report as follows-' My cattle have eaten up my crops, and my hired men have eaten up my cattle.'"
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

Y The Georgetown, Ky, Times says that fancy farmer of Scott county, had built $2, 900 hog-pen, which is painted and grained, furnished with hot and cold water, warmed with steam, and lighted with gas.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

R1oT.--A desperate riot has just oc- cured among the miners in Rothschild's mines at Wittkowitz, in Moravia. En. ragged at the non- payment of their wages they attacked the esuperintendent's office, burst open the safe and appropriated it's contents, and then demolished the build ing. The military quelled the riot by killing four, wounding fifty, and arrest ing hundred of the rioters.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05
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Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

AN ACUTE REVENUE OFF1oRR.-At a masquerade ball recently given in Glas- gov, Scotland, an officer of the inland revenue managed to obtain admission,
 disguised as ono of the walters, and took list of the names of all who appeared in powdered wigs. He has since assessed them for double tax for wearing powder without license, there being tax of $5 per annum for the privilege of wear ing powder on the head in Great Britain.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

POORLY OFF.-A couple got united in the ''silken bonds of matrimony," some where in Preston, short time since, but what was the consternation of the bride groom on finding that the honorarium payable oA the occasion, or, in vulgar language, the marriage fees. came to sev- eral shillings more than he and his then better-haf could muster. What was to be done The fatal knot was tied, and there was no undoing it. There was no trust of course, as they keep no debt books at such places. Ultimately an expedient was hit upon. The bride was to be placed in an apartment under guard as Q hostage, whilst the newly-created hus- band sallied forth to find the necessary means of liberation. After a delay of an hour and half he returned with two bailmen, who, between them, provided the deficit, whereupon the lady was lib- erated from bondage. .-s'
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

A MEETING of mechanics of To- ronto, Ont, was held to take steps in favor of the nine-hour movement.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

How A OUNCE BEcAA1R A STATESMAN. The following story is told of the late
 Dr. Salem Towne and Wm. l.. Marcy {: In his youth he Or. Towne) was teach CT of youth. One day, seventy odd years ago, a boy was brought to him, of whom the account given was that he was an incorrigible dunce, that none of his mas ters had been able to make anything of him 1; and he was brought to MT. Towne as a last experiment., before apprenticing him to a mechanical trade. The next morning MT. Towne proceeded to exam inc him, preparatory to entering upon his instruction. At the first mistake he dodged on one side, with every sign of terror. 'Why do you do that ?'' asked d the master, Because I was afraid you were going to strike me-" "Why should you think so ?" Because have always been struck whenever made mistake. 1" You need never fear being struck by me-" said MT. Towne. "That is not my way of treating boys who do as we'll as they can." The lad very soon improved rapidly under this new treatment, so that Towne advised his father to give him a liberal education. The father could hard ly believe the report at first :; but was con- vinced, and complied with the good mas ter's suggestion. The result was that William l.. Marcy became an eminent lawyer, one of the supreme judges of New York State, governor, United States sen
 ator, and Secretary of War and of State
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

FOREIGN CUsToMs.-A traveller in Polynesia concludes as follows descrip- ton of the women of Tahiti: The most bashful and coy will never pass you with
 out greeting, glance of the eyes, and e slight gatheriHc~ in of her dress with her elbows, to exhibit her buxom figure to full perfection. Or else, perhaps, she will come up coquettishly, and ask you for the loan of your cigar, take few puffs at it, and hand it back again grace fully to the rather astonished owner and then, with parting compliment, which you most likely don't understand, let you go your way in peace-or not. The proper way to walk with your lady love in Tihiti is as follows You put your arm round her neck, and she hers round your waist, and hangs on your breast in Q limpy, affectionate manner. It is as much scion les regJes as walking arm-in- arm, and much prettier to look at.
 BITTEN BY A RAT.-An infant child of MT. Thomas Clinton, living on the cor ner of Seventh and Cambridge streets, in Boston, was put to bed by its mother, who sat down in the next room to do some sewing. Shortly afterward she was startled by the shrieks of her infant, and going into the room saw huge rat, with its fangs fastened in the nose of the child, its face and the bed-clothing be- ing covered with blood. The mother, in her turn, shrieked, and her husband came to her assistance, but the ferocious animal was with difficulty driven from the bed. It was pursued downstairs and finally killed. Dr. Norris, who was called to dress the wounds, says the teeth of the rat came together through the nose of the child, and that its cheek was bitten through several times, presenting an appearance of having been punctured repeatedly with an awl Besides these wounds there were others upon the right ear.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

DD Nor LIKE IT.-A French provin- cial paper relates m episode of love and war which has just been brought to light at Pontarlier. It appears that q young widow of that town had the mis- fortune to have a handsome Prussian corporal billeted upon her. Fritz was gallant and protecting, and, in spite of her patriotism, Cupid succeeded in gain ing possession of the widows heart. The war over, the corporal left for his native home, promising to name the happy day. Some time ago the widow received her lover's orders to publish the marriage banns, but in the ardor of her affection she forgot all about her neighbors' feelings. The consequence was that as soon, as the town heard of the intended nuptials, the most indig. nant repaired to the widows house, and smashed all her furniture, and would probably have done the same for the widow herself but for the arrival of the police. About thirty persons were ar
 rested and sentenced to imprisonment.
 The widow has since sold out and gone to Fatherland to join her soldier laddie.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

Years came and went. The little chest nut girl passed entirely out of Ralph Moore's memory as if those pleading eyes had never touched the soft spot in his heart; but May Lee never forgot the stranger who had given her the silver half crown.
Connecticut western news., 1872-04-05

IRON SHIP-BUILDNa.-A of asso- citation have been filed in the office of the Secretary of State, of the Western Iron Ship and Boatman's Building Gem pany, the business to be carried on in the City of St. Louis, the object to be to build wharves and docks, ships, steam boats, barges, and other. water craft. The capital stock is placed at $3, ,0o0, 900, and. may be increased by vote of the stockholders to an amount not exceed ing SIG, 1000, OOo. The directors are Ex- Gov. .Stanard, Lee R. Shryock, Capt. B. W. Gould, Capt. John N. Bofnger, E. W. Fox, and other prominent citizens.
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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-09-14
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- direct tonic and health restoring agent to
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az energy, Ii is a rellAble reOeoy /. Sper-
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OF ITS SoadsrfuI power as utsfine tonic, Lea
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weakness, accompanied by dragging or bearing
aoWn sen Atious, pans in the region of the kid
DeJ =, irTstation of the womb, and in Al diseS
SEES in which the uteriu ne system ia involved THIS
remedy will prove q blessing to the Invalid.
From 7. Dispatch June so
We have on several occasions recommended
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| lent re medy for kidney and consequent diseases
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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-09-14
AN EXCELLENT NOMINATION.

At the recent congressional convention,
Mr.. Juatus Stevens, of Princeton, Was noml-
nsted as & candidate for the member of the
State Board of Equalization of this district.
This il al important matter 10 tax payers.
1t needs sharp. practical man for such a
place Mr.. Stevens 10 a large taxpayer
himself and it is to be presumed that be
will Go al he can to obtain for US far
equalization. 1t the people ~iIi stndy this
matter a little, sod let politics drop for the
uoOce, they will read. ly see that they ought
to give him the unanimous vote OF this
county II might result in saving Q,
many thousand dollars of taxes to Bureau
county-BureQU Co Tribune.