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Year: 1860

| heritage being rich and abundant. Numerous
attempts have, from time to time been made
by some who are still alive, and others who
have passed away, to bring grass upon that
bare spot. Fresh soil has been frequently
spread upon it, and seeds of various kinds
have been sown, but not blade had there ev-
er been known to spring from them, and the
SOIL soon became smooth, cold and stubborn
clay. With respect to the unhappy witnesses
it appears that Parker's ancestor had once
owned Oakfield, and that he had hoped by
getting rid of Newton, to remove the main
obstacle there was in his repossessing it, and
that Pearce had, at the time of Mr.. Morris
death, aspired to the hand of his daughter, in
whose affections he felt he had been supplant-
ed by poor Newton. The former soon left the
neighborhood, became drunken and dissolute
man, and was ultimately killed in some lime
works, while in the act of blasting some rocks
Pearce grew sullen and dispirited, his very
existence seemed burden to him, and as the
old sexton of Montgomery expressed, sshe
wasted away from the face of the earth''


l have not seen the grave since 1850, but
have heard that some person has covered it
with thick turf which has united itself with
the surrounding grass, except at the head
which is still withered and bare as if scorch-
ed by lightning. The prayer, however, of
poor Newton, that his grave might remain
uncovered for at least one generation. has
been heard and his memory vindicated in
most remarkable manner. The name given to
the grave was singularly inappropriate; it
should have been called sthe grave of the in
nocent.' The widow, with her daughter, left
Oakfeld, and went to reside with her brother
For some weeks after poor Newton's burial
it is said his grave was, from time to time,
found strewed with wild flowers, by whom
done was unknown-but it was observed that
after Jane Morris had left the neighborhood,
rot a flower was found on the grave.
Year: 1860

uEiehOlaa LongwOrth has now in his cellar
four hundred and sixty thousand bottles Of
wine. When tits remembered that thsrs are
Two OF three other large manufacturers Ia oin-
cinnati some idea may be formed Of the extent
TO which the grape Is cultivated In that Vicinity
Year: 1860

and barns well Uttered. Leaves from the
woods are excellent and absorb the liquid
manure well besides Of themselves they make
good manure. Nothing that will make good
manure should be wasted, but carefully saw
ed. Never undertake to fat an animal until
you have first made il comfortable in bed
and board. Ii you wonder why other peo.
Piles cattle are gentle, try the decipline Of
kind treatment on yours, and you will soon
learn the secret.
Year: 1860

The conquest of Naples by Garibadi is remarka-
BILE in many respects, but the most remarkable cir
cumstance in connection with it is that but eight
men were killed in its accomplishment We do
not think that history furnishes n naraIlel
Year: 1860

An amusing incident occurred in New York on
Monday evening. 1t was known that ex-President
Fillmore and lady were in town, and stopping at
the Lalarge House. In the evening number of
his friends got up fine serenade in his honor but
after waiting and playing more than an hour,
they learned that Mr.. Fillmore was not in the house
but at theatre, and consequently could not ac-
knowledge the compliment
Year: 1860

BEECHER AND THE EPISCOPAL CONVENTION OF New
YoRK,-Rev. Henry Ward Beecher is engaged in
crticsing the doings of the late New FORK Episco-
pal Convention, on account of the refusal of that
body to pass anti-save-trade resolutions. Hemade
the topic the theme of his discourse Sunday last
In the course of the sermon he pronounced the
course of the Convention, in declining to express
tan duty.
Year: 1860

How THE LADIES COMMENCED ATTENDING
THE DEBATES OF CoyGREss.-A writer in the
Intelligencer says: Some years ago became
acquainted with and lived neighbor to a lady
W no was bride in 1894, and resided in Phila-
delphia. As she belonged to the social circle
which then adorned that city, and was formed
of the elite OF the whole country, she had many
anecdotes and "reminiscences to relate in regard
to the distinguished personages who then fig
ured in public life, and the manners and Gus
toms of the day. Among others she related
that she was one of party of ladies who were
the first who had ever attended the debates in
the House Of Representatives.


You know from history that while the Jay
Treaty was under consideration, and the House
was debating the question whether it would
make an appropriation to carry it into effect,
party feeling ran very high, and the debates
were animated. At party given by Mrs. =,
one night speech made by some member was
the subject of conversation, and was spoken of
in terms of admiration; whereupon Mrs Lang
don, the wife of Senator and afterwards Gov
Langdon, remarked to Mr. Fisher Ames that
she thought it very hard that the ladies could
not listen to such eloquent speeches and enjoy
them as well as the gentlemen; to which Mr..
A replied that he saw no reason why they
should not If they chose to come and listen If
you think there would be no improperly in
our coming, said Mrs. L., if you will give me
notice when you intend to speak, will make
up party and come and hear you. Mr. A.
said he saw no impropriety in their coming,
and would give her notice when he was to
speak. The party was made up, Mr.. Ames
sent note to Mrs. L. informing her when he
should address the House, and she, with her
female friends, attended and listened to one
OF the most eloquent, powerful, and effective
speeches ever made in that body, Mr.. Ames's
celebrated speech in support of the Jay Treaty.
My venerable informant was one Of that party
From that time ladies attended the debates as
well as gentlemen.
Year: 1860

SCANDAL IN JERSEY CIrY-The jersey CITY
Courier says: For some time past Young and
dashing married man residing in this city, and
connected In or about the New York Custom
House, has been very intimate with Young pre-
possessing married woman, whose husband we
understand Is employed upon the ferry dnring the
night The gay LOthariO always watching his
opportunity, generally called upon the woman be-
tween the hours Of and o O'Clock in the evening ,
and told her "his love.n By degrees their ac-
Quaintance ripened into ardent love-love did we
say? Yes, and a few nights ago they visited New
York. The lady's husband Inistrusted his wife
was rather cold-straws sometimes tell which wdy
the wind blows-and learned that the guilty
couple intended visiting Gotham. Heaccordingly
got friend to Psrform his duty that night, and
dressing himself in disguise, followed the CAV
lord and his fair spouse over to New York and
saw them enter house in Green street.


In an hour or so, they made their appearance
and straightway started for Jersey City follow ed
by the husband. On arriving at her residence I'D
town, and after dlvesting themselves Of their ap-
parel, they took seat upon the sofa when the
nice young man again told her of his love While
on his knees to her, the enraged husband sud-
denly made his appearance in the room and pre-
sented pistol, whereupOn the nice young man
made leg bail for the front door minus his hat
and coat, followed by the husband For two
minutes an indescribabls scene took place the
guilty party making good his escape. What fol-
lowed we are unable to say, but will probably
have occasion to refer TO the matter again I'm the
course Of few days. The husband has taken
the necessary steps to procure divorce from his
unfaithfUl wife. 81
Year: 1860

BY THE AUTHOA or THE GHOST,
BY THE AUTHOR OF THE GHOST,
BY THE AUTHOR OF THE GHOST,


BY TEE AUTHOR or THE GHOST,
BY TIE AUTHOR OF TIE GHOST,
BY THE AUTHOR OF THE GHOST,
BY THE AUTHOR OF THE GHOST,
BY THE AUTHOR OF TIE GHOST,
BY THE AUTHOR OF THE eHoeT,
Year: 1860

Twas cold Winters night and the tempest was snarng
The snow like a sheet covered cabin and sty,
When Barney few over the hills to his darling,


And tapped at the window where Katy did lie,
Nv Jewel cried he. 81 you sleeping or waking


The nights bitter cold and my coat it is thin
Oh the storm lis n brewin', the frost il is baking


Oh Katy, ayourneen, ye must let me in ~
Arrah Barney, cried she, and she spoke thro the win
=. All would Won be taking me out of my bed dow
To come at this time. It's a shame and sin. too


It's whisky, not love that's got into your head
If your heart it is true of my fame you be tender
Consider the time and there's nobody in.
And what's poor girl but her name to defend her


No. Barney, avoumeen, won't let you in ~


All cusha cried he 'ts my heart that's fountain
That weeps for the wrong might lay at your door
Your name is white than the the mountain,
And Barney would die to preserve it pure.
I'll 10 my home though the Winter winds face me,
I'll whistle them off, for I'm happy within
And the words of my Katy shall comfort and bless me
oh, Barney, ayourneen, can't let you in + "
Year: 1860

49, ~ ACRES OF LAND, SITUATED OR LYING
4H on both sides of the road leading from Green
VILE to Newbern, and just three miles from Greenvle.
The contains All of land about 300 is
cleared part of il is grown up in pine bushes for the
lack of force to cultivate it. --..-
About As so of it is rich swamp and can be
very easily drained. On of the swamps Mr.. Wiley
Bell and Mr. William Brooks have cleared
next to of their part of the swamp which brings from
ten to twelve barrels of corn to the acre.


Nearly all of the up land is of good clay foundation the
very sort of land to manure and improve upon Manure
that is put upon amply shows for ITSELF large por-
ton of it is well adapted to cotton and would be valua
BILE plantation if owned it who had force enough
improve it. and put it in good state of cultivation


The land has good dwelling house upon it. surrounded
with beautiful oak grove splendid well of pure water,
and is very pretty place to live at &c. Said land has
also an orchard of fine fruit trees.


Persons wishing purchase land would do well to look
and examine for themselves before purchasing elsewhere.
! am determined TO sell. ~


A. KNOX.
June lS. 1860. 7-6m.
Year: 1860

NIAGARA SUSPENSION BRIDGE.-The Rochester
Union says this bridge has lately undergone a
thorough examination and is now pronounced en-
tirely safe. The committee appointed to invest-
gate into its strength and safety, report that they
cannot see the least evidence of weakness in any
part. Hereafter, the tmid should have no fears in
crossing over this mighty work of art, for reason
of any catastrophe. As we understand, there is a
standing committee who report each month on its
reliability aud safety,
Year: 1860

Direct shipments to Liverpool from Detroit are
of common occurrence, both by vessels and by the
Grand Trunk Railway. The stave and lumber
trade has hitherto been the prominent feature but
now provisions and products of various kinds are
sent out,
Year: 1860

The following is a passage from remark
able statement in the Cork Examiner OF May
1a, bearing upon the continued flight of the
population from that part alone to the newly
adopted land Of the Irish Celtic race


Each week sees the departure on an aver
age of 600 persons, the majority of whom are
young men and women between 20 and 80
years of age. To imagine the effect of this
drain upon the community, we might instance
that il these GOO were drawn from a town
line that of Bautry, there would hardly be
Young man or woman left in it. The actual
numbers are greater than the population of
many large villages and foItnight's draught
at that rate would utterly depopulate SO con-
siderable town as Millstreet. Remembering
that almost every one Of these persons is of
condition to be OF actual value TO the commu-
nity-the men as farm laborers or mechanics );
the women, either in agricultural labor, as
servants or still more important, as the
healthy mothers of strong children, it is easy
to conceive how terrible is the loss to the
country.


Nothing can impress this factupon the mind
so strongly as actually witnessing the crown
preparing for their departure. Among the en-
tire crowd there is not an indication of squalor
or misery Hot d SllSiC idS Oll 'AS oa>n VI ITO
owner indicates that he or she is flying from
poverty, not weak limb or a pale cheek
scarcely wrinkled face indicates that the
country is getting rid of a burden. Sturdy,
athletic young men, healthy and strong girls
often of extraordinary beauty-form Che
great bulk of this departing crowd. On
Thursday week we witnessed no less than
four hundred such preparing to take their de-
parture in the Edinburg, Capt. Kennedy, one
Of the vessels of the Liverpool, New York,
and Philadelphia line. A rumor had spread
shortly before the arrival of the ship that a
certain number would be excluded for want
of accommodation, and the despair evinced by
those who thought themselves shut out was
as great as if they were told they had lost
every hope When the tenders came to bear
away the passengers, there wasa frantic rush
even on the part of those whose places were
secured, as if they fancied that some uulucky
interposition would shut them out. The news
that all could be taken was received as if some
precious gifts had been showered among
Year: 1860

The SLAVE TRADE IN New YoRK-The
increase of the slave trade, and the fact that
all the vessels engaged therein appear to have
cleared out of the port of New York, begin to
attract attention at Washington and in other
quarters. 1t can hardly be conceived that if
the officers of the law, charged with the duty
of preventing the departure Of all vessels
bound on Illegal errands, did their duty, our
port would not be disgraced as it now is by
being made to rank as the grand depot of the
slave trade. That they have not done their
duty in all cases has been lately proved AMI
that they have neglected their duty for cor
rupt consideration, has been put on record by
the dismissal Of two Deputy United States
Marshals on proved charges to that effect
But We believe that We do not overstate the
matter in announcing that an average OF two
vessels each week clear out of Our harbor
bound for Africa and human cargo and we
have received Information, which We shall
verify and publish as soon as possible, to the
ettect that the price for tue clearance of sla-
yer is as well known to those in the trade as
the price of barrel of pork.


1t is said that certain amount of gold is
placed in a locker in the cabin: the officers
board the ship and commerce search for ma
terials arguing the intention of the vessel to
carry slaves. They search all the lockers es-
pecially, and suddenly find the particular one
in which the gold commonly ranging from
$2500 to $4,000, according to the size Of the
vessels concealed. q. This, the inference be-
ing that it is at least part Of sum designed
to purchase negroes from the King of Duhom-
mey, the officers at once proceed to confiScate;
but falling to find any other evidence of a
slave-trading purpose on board, they merely
remove the treasure and offer no further re-
sistence to the departure of the ship This
was the course SAID to have been followed by
The Deputy United States Marshats--w4fo
rave been dismissed but of course none OF
those still retained could possibly be suspec-
ted of pursuing like course. Let us hope
that Marshal Isaiah Rynders, now that his
ey es have openad viii be more active and
energetic in seeing that his subordinates
more faithfully discharge their duties.-N T.
Leader.
Year: 1860

WHAT THE SouTH SHOULD DEMAND OF THE
NoRTH.-A writer in the New Orleans Delta
says the South should demand; sH ,tt


That Lincoln and Hamlin, shall not be
President and Vice President, because they
are sectional.


That every Northern State repeal its laws
against the execution of the Fugitive-slave
Law.


That the Congress at its next session shall
pass laws for the Territories, embodying the
fixed principles of the decisions of the Su-
preme Court lt


: That the full rights of the South under the
Constitution shall be fully and perfectly
acknowled 9ed and agreed to by the North


And, if necessary, let our Commissioners
lembody in the form OF an act all that IS n9l
distinctly stated in the Constitution, which
is necessary for our perfect and entire equal
ity in the Union, the act to have the power
of an amendment to the Constitution.
Year: 1860

A POLICE OFFICER FATALLY SHOT BY A
RoGUE.-At Union, in Cuba recently, the
a suspicious character was riding about his
district. He went out in search OF and
found him, but he having no papers was or
dered to follow the police officer 70 JAIL Joy
needing this order, the police officer pulled
out a weapon to secure the fellow, but un-
fortunately stumbling, plf to the ground,
and while in thatpesition was fatally shot
l,rr thn acnnnhrnl-
Year: 1860

THE LARGEST ToBAcco PLANTATION IN THE
CoUNTRY.-The largest plantation on which
the tobacco 'weed" is grown is on the Della
ware River, between Pennsylvania and New
Jersey. It is situated on Petty's Island, and
the product of the plantation is much greater
than that of any other in the country. The
tobacco produced is Of superior quality, and
is made up into cigars, which are sold at VERY
remuneratiVe prices. t
Year: 1860

Romantic Love Affair in Havana-A Fa-


vorfte Slave Girl Commits Suicide 20


Avoid Punishment. 5''i ti a 't-


The Havte correspondent ofthe New York
Times writes on the 18th Instant


| mentioned in my last letter, dated the
18th inst, that mulatto girl fssvoritee
slave Of the Count of Villa Nueva, who had
committed some serious fault for which she
had been threatened TO be hogged and to be
sent TO the sugar-e estate to work in the field,
had few days previously thrown herself
from the balcony Of the residence OF the
Count, and had thus committed suicide. My
research into this matter has led to the dis
covery Of as pretty q piece OF gossip or
scandal as have heard in many a day.


During the past summer, or previously, in
the country, q young, poor and respectable
man was introduced to the family Of the
Count, by whom he was received with the
customary and we'll known courtesy and
kindness of that family. The Countess has
a daugbter--the Count being her second
husband. For this young lady, the young
gentleman before alluded to formed sim
cere attachment, which was reciprocated by
the young lady. g!i 5I. .JI


Her father-in-law and her mother having
refused their consent to the marriage OF the
young people, application was made by the
gentleman to the Captain General, to inter-
pose his authority, for according to Spanish
law, o lady having arrived at the years of
maturity has a right to demand certain
portion of the property of her parents as her
| dowry,, and to marry whom she pleases. q


His Excellency, the Captain-G General sent
an eseribulo (notary public to the residence
| of the Count to make the necessary inquiries
into the subject. The Count referred him to
the young lady's motheE, saying she was moi
his child. The Countess wisely referred the
'escribuno to the younglady herself, who said
by esln There was no power on earth thai
i could prevent her, and she would marry the
4 man to whom she had given her hearts at
i fections. With this information the escribunt
returned TO His Excellency, the Captain
General, and thus the matter. stood. Th'


unfortunate slave girl who destroyed he


life was the lady S maid of the young. lady


and it being supposed she had lent her al


to the young people in their courtship, sh


was threatened as above stated by her mas


ter. Thinking it probable in bis anger tina


the threat might be carried into execution


the poor slave preferred death TO such crue


treatment for an offense of which3sh ha
never been guilty. }isl " ,liI oa- "
n b. u
Year: 1860

WHEREAS, Experience has demonstrated
that platforms adopted by the partizan Con-
ventions of the country have the effect to
mislead and deceive the people, and at the
same time to widen the political divisions
of the country, by the creation and enCour
agement of geographical and sectional par
ties therefore


ReSolOed, L hat it is both the part Of pat
riotsm and of duty to recognize no politi-
cal principles other than the CONSTITUTION
OF THE CoUNTRY, THE UNION OF THE STATES
AND THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE LAWS; and
that, as representatives of the Constitution
al Union men of the country, in Nation
al Convention assembled, we hereby pledge
ourselves to maintain, protect and defend,
separately and unitedly, those great princi-
pies of the public liberty ana national safe
ty against ali enemies at home or abroad,
believing therby peace may once more be
restored TO the country, the just rights of
the people and of the States re-established
aud the Government again placed in the
condition of justice, fraternity, and equali-
ly, which under the example and Constitu-
ton of our fathers, has solemnly bound every
citizen of the United States, to maintain Il
more perfect union, establish Justice and
insure domestic tranquility, provide for the
common defence, promote the general well
fare and secure the blessings Of liberty to
ourselves and our prosterity.
Year: 1860

MEDICAL USE OF SALT.-In many cases OF
disordered stomach, Q tea-spoonful of salt is q
certain cure. In the violent internal aching
termed collie, add tea spoonful of salt to pint
of cold water-drink it and go to bed; it is one
of the speediest remedies known. The same
will revive one who seems almost dead from a
heavy fall.


In an spoplectic fit, no time should be lost IN
pouring down salt and water, if sufficient sensi-
bility remain to allow the swallowing; if not,
the head must be sponged with cold water until
the senses return, when the salt will Immediately
restore the patient from the lethargy.


In fit, the feet should be placed in warm
water, with mustard added, and the legs briskly
rubbed, all bandages removed from the neck,
and cool apartment procured if possible.


In many cases of severe bleeding at the lungs,
and when other remedies failed, DR.. Rush found
two spoonfuls of salt completely stayed the
blood.


In cases of bite from mad dog, wash the
part with strong brine for an hour; then bind
on salt with rag.


In tooth-ache, salt and warm water held to
the part, and renewed two or three times, will
relieve in most cases. If the gums be affected,
wash the mouth with brine if the teeth be tar
tared, wash them twice day with salt water.


In swelled neck, wash the part in brine twice
day until cured.
Year: 1860

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Three Years after Marriage.
When jaded by the tolls of life
The anxious care and petty strife


That every day surround me;
How sweet to leave such ills behind,
And seek repose to wearied mind,
By straying through those woods so wild,
And feeling once more like child


With dog and gun beside me.
Though many days have passed away
And time and care have made me grey
Still youthful sports delight me;
And all the scenes of other days,
Ny possum hunts and school boy plays,
Come often fresh to me again,
Reviving me as Summer rain


Revives the plants around me.
And now and then some soothing chime
Rolls back for me the wheel of time,


And there she stands before mel
The sweetest girl / ever knew
With heart as pure as morning dew,
With all the charms of ''sweet SIXTEEN"
More lovely than an eastern queen,


The very girl that bound me.
All! bound me heart and hand for life,
Because she is so good wife


And boon companion for me,
Her worth now makes me prize her more
Than ever beauty did before,
And all the wrinkles on her brow
But make me love her better now


As years come stealing DER me.