The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1881-09-14
RINaons, N. J.. Sept. 18Th. 1851

The drought hereabouts has been partially
broken BY the light falls of rain, that have
favored us during the past few days Water
for drinking purposes is still very scarce, aud
were it not for deep and lasting wells in oui
vicinity great many people would be Obliged
to carry 1t a long distance
Rev. s. Harrison, Of Glover Hill, occupied
the pulpit Of the Presbyterian Church in this
place, Sabbath morning Sept 4th. He deli.
yered an excellent discourse, which was at
tentively listened to by all present.
Service was held In the Presbyterian
Church Thursday morning Sept. 9th, in ac-
cordance with the proclamation of the Cover
nor of this State. for suppication to God, for
the restoration of our President. The atten-
dance was small, owing to the short publica-
ton Of the proclamation and notice concern
ing the meeting A few able and appropriate
remarks were made BY the PASTOR r. J..
Kent aud earnest prayers were offered by the
people. The meeting was very impressive
one.
Miss G. M. Fisher, of this place, who
taught our poblic school during the past year,
has been engaged to take charge of the school
at Clover Hill She entered upon her duties
at the commencement of the present week.
We congratulate the people of that district
on their selection of Miss Fisher as a teacher.
Rev. c. s. Converse, who lately resigned
his pastorate of the Larison's Corner Church.
preached his farewell sermon in that church
Sabbath morning Sept. 18th. A large num-
Der of people were present, who earnestly
listened to his last remarks. Mr.. Converse
expects to go west before great while, in
the interest of the Home Mission Board. We
wish him safe journey and hope that he
may exert the same influence for good wher-
ever lie may 90 that has adorned his path
while here among us.
Last Friday morning few persons of our
town took it into their heads to search for
water a>few rods above the Stone Church
They procured the necessary implements, and
began digging at the site of an old well, that
was used during the erection of the Presby-
terrain Church, and filed up after its compile
tiou. A small hole about three feet in depth
was made to ascertain if there were any
signs of water at that depth. The soil was
found to be quite moist at that depth and 1t
was determined to 60 deeper In the after
noon the work was moved by one of our
experienced we'll diggers. The dirt flew
mighty fast for a while, but oh how hot it
was. Rock was reached at the depth of five
feet, and the work was discontinued. Water
was not obtained but it is the opinion Of the
majority of our aoise men that if the we'll is
sunk a few feet deeper a good supply of
water can be obtained We hope that some of
orr enterprising men,-if there are any such
around herewith take hold of this mattr and
sink the well deeper. 1t would be decided
advantage to the people Of this town, If last
ing water could be obtained in that place. As
is usual ON such occasions as this, there were
plenty of bosses around. Some who kneo
about the old well, differed in opinion, and
each of them was positive that he knew
more about it than the Others Some who
have great faith in the apple tree sprout, tried
it, and were certain that they were digging
someaoAere near a strong vein. And thus the
matter went on with full corps of bosses !"
but very few laborers. Rngoes can boast of
such crowd and is willing to lend few of
them if there is any demand for such.
A short tine before service commenced at
the church at Larison's Corner, last Sunday
morning, runaway occurred. A young man
10 the employ of Stryker Larue, a farmer,
resident few miles north of our village,
drove up to the walk in front of the church,
and after helping the occupants of the car
riage out, started to get in the carriage him
self, when the horses sprang off. He was I'M
able to reach the reigns, which he had drop
ped in the bottom of the wagon. The horses
turned into the yard back of the church, and
upset the wagon. They freed themselves
from it but were captured before going far.
The top and springs of the wagon were dam
aged some and one of the horses received a
slight cut on one leg Pop.
RfNGoEs CnIrs. --Last Sunday morning, at
Larison's Corner Church, Mr.. Lewis Haga-
mans team ran away, but there was no sero us
damage done, excepting to the carriage
which was broken almost to pieces.
Rev. Mr.. Helsley expects to return home
from the South this week Next Sunday he
will fill his pulpit as usual.
Rev. Mr.. Converse preached his farewell
sermon last Sunday morning. We will all be
very sorry to see him leave. Rev. Mr.. Foulk,
of Stockton, will fill the pulpit next Sunday.
We understand surprise party was given
to Mr.. and Mrs. Silas Nonamaker a short
time ago, and that a very good time was had
For THE RECORD.
LATE ATTENDANCE AT CHURCH.
The recent improvements and attractions
of the Methodist Church. SO much spoken of,