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Year: 1868

WOODEN RAILWAYS. The Montreal Gazette
introduces and recommends letter descriptive
Of awooden railway now in operation in North,
ern New York, expressing the opinion that a
similar experiment will be- tried in Canada -
The letter says:


The railway is empbatcally a wooden rail
wav. The rail s.ot maple, twelve feet long
and seven inches by four and half in diamen-
sions. The substructure is substantially built
in the usual way, except that. owing to the ma
ture of the country, trestle work is very largely
used The ties are round undressed logs, and
are bedded into the road bed, or built into the
trestle work The rails lie in inches in the ties,
and are fastened by wooden wedges The
wheels of the locomotive and cars (both of
which are much lighter than on ordinary roads,
are fanged. The country through which the
road is carried is so difficult that an iron road
was an impossibity, except at an expense SO
enormous as to preclude its construction. The
rocky ridges, deep ravines, and tortuous streams
one of which last the railway crosses over tres
tie work no less than eleven times in mile.


The grades are necessarily very severe, and
the curvatures very sharp, as may be readily
understood from the character Of the country
and the fact that the railway ascends 1902
feet in % miles, the maximum grades being
800 feet The road is "a miles long, and reach
es from the Ogdensburgh railway to the Clifton
Iron beds. Already the enterprise is introdu-
cling it's legitimate fruits, and traffic is being
created by it. Clifton village, three miles from
the Mines is rapidly growing, and Saw mills
are busily at work.


I regard this road as one that will be exten
sively copied in Canada. For the transport Of
lumber and other heavy freight; for the con-
veyance of passengers where moderate speed
will suffice, and expense puts an iron road out
Of the question, the wooden railway will be in
valuable. The road in question cost but 81 900,
American currency, mile, and was constructed
in seven months actual working time. In Or
dinary countries it could. of course, be built at
much less cost, and $4,000 per mile would
probably be fair estimate for an ordinary
wooden railroad.


The only question that remains is that Of du-
rability. Of the durability of the road itself
there can be no doubt and should the life of
the maple rail be even less than six years,
which Mr. Hurlbut estimates it at, yet the
cheapness of the rail and the facility with which
it can from time to time be replaced and renewed
are so great, that have no doubt, especially if
subjected to hardening process, that the ma
pie rail will make its way into general use ln
the class of localities indicated.
Year: 1868

On and after the first day Of April next, the
subscriber will be found at the above stand
where he will be pleased to see his old custom.
ers, and all others who may want anything
the WATCH or JEWELRY LINE


par 19-Gf Il. 5. FLEMING
Year: 1868




MED1TATIoNs. 1t was my pleasure lately
again to visit the now hourishing village Of Man
assas; and meeting with several very interesting
old clock on the mante had chimed some of
the long hours of the night. Now, fearing lest
the gentleman at whose house [ was visiting
might ring me out with triangle, asa certain
D. D. was accustomed to do at College, when
one of the students happened to make too long
a visit to his daughter, | mustered up courage
enough to say goodbye, mounted my horse,
and through the silent and shady stlllncss OF
the night departed for home. ..
AS rode in silence over those historic fields,
made sacred by the blood that so freely flowed
from so many brave and gallant sons Of the
South, could but realize the fitness OF such
an hour for reflection and wondered why, that
in the annals of all history the most prosperous
period Of nation should be but the prelude to
its fall; or why at the first appearance OF ma
tiona danger the people are not thoroughly
warned ofits approach by the dark and angry
single leaf will tell the direction from whence
the mighty hurricane is approaching, that
seeks only to devastate our cities and scatter
the glories Of the forest .a.


And even as l passed the Cemetery where
the bones Of so many Of our sleeping brave bad
been gathered, that they might rcposc in peace,
and not be scattered over the surrounding plain
to be tramped upon by the beasts of the field,
how forcibly was [ reminded of the reverse of
that time when there shall be peace on earth,
good will towards mankind Go with me,
reader, in your imagination, back to the mo-
ment when first [ left that scene of gayety,
where the smile Of woman in all its brightness
served but to teach me that man is but dark
object in the distant back. ground of the paint
ing of life. Accompany me in my silent ride,
and let us anchor for moment lmaglnatlon's
bark in front of that heap Of bones piled up for
lnteruent! Think that the once owners OF
those bleaching bones were human beings
Think, for a moment, that they not only be-
onged to race, actuated in lite by the same
feelings aud passions as ourselves, but that they
belonged to our own beloved countrymen-our
own dear brothers And what sad, sad
thought! But let US not dwell upon reflections
OF the past so unpleasant, or anticipations of the
future less bright; but rather let u.s. when we
visit the sacred spot where so many that are
near and dear to us, are now resting, tread
lightly upon the hallowed ground that conccas
their ashes, and remember that they died in
defence of their own soil, and in what they be-
leVed to be o just cause, and that "dulce ct
decorum est pro patria mort. M..


NoKEsVILLE, Va, Sept. 1858.
Year: 1868

REMOVAL oF THE NAvAJOs.--it would seem as though Government never can act sensible when dealing with Indians. Recent news from New Mexico says that the Nayajos have been removed to their own country. whether to be placed on a reservation and guarded by troops, or run at large, seems to be mixed. We hope, for the peace of this Territory, as well as that of New Mexico, that this pow erful tribe of thieves will not be let loose to prey upon us again.
Year: 1868

The master masons met again yesterday afternoon
and m much larger numbers than ever heretofore
during the present STRIKE The whole action Of the
meeting was confined 10 the passage Of the following
resolutions


Resolved That the master hereby their de-
layers unions long they enforce the rules BY which
bcss cannot employ moro than apprentices, nor work


Resolved That the sbove motion embraces the vital ques
uons now ISSUE re spirit the spirit Of right Justice and
!. ~ o. per day for sSs Ss Or Ten ss scu %
teress involved IN the fact hs need iaboe The
country needs more labor, and certain men have confed
Grated themselves together and say "conty shall not
have more labor " that 10 the future pay our men At
longer Be ccpeled 70 the job neretofcrs
that We sha 20 FAR ~ pay our en on the Job
being mutual advantage 10 each party, but thai We
shall not be compelled which party re-
esives s the benea aad the other party suffers sn the n'


And to the above the following was added as an
amendment


n any leaves our employ through our sction the
above resolution We VIII not employ such man after due
notice Of the same


The following resolution, ofrered by Mr.. Eidlit9,
was then adopted, but the last clause was arst
stricken OUT y


Resolved That committee of Gtrcs be appointed 70 call
the owners OF Of the most prominent building
and solicit their support In behalf Of the builders extending
the time o their Contracts abolish the nnes, any That
may be stipulated IN their contracts with master mssous


the following was laid over TIN the next meeting
which h 10 take place some time next week;--


Resolved That the bosa sorm themselves INTO =
Year: 1868

lFrOm tue Evening Io'cBrhuu' JuHc Ao'I


From time immemOrial the phrase - bull in
china shop" has been regarded less az conception
to be realized than as figure of speech to CONVEX
idea OF the inevitable destruction which Is to
result from the presence OF an unwieldy and un-
reasoning force In the midst OF fragile and inde
feDsye element. Few have ever seen q pull in
china shop but all can appreciate what Is likely
10 follow from such an alarming entree. The
simie n readily recognized when we look at
the bovine party that has manaaed to get into the
government shop ana. with That tremendous n,il ~
their head, Ben Butler are smashing up the china III
cost this American people 80 much to collect In
this instance no smile could he more perfect. and
probably for such contingencies the designers OF
such phrases wisely provided. This morning how
ever enabled to record the rare instance OF
veritabe bull in ve'tsble china shop, and no mean
china shop either, but one where courageous but
mendacous bull could destroy the aggregate work OF
a lifetime.


Before noon today great antiered bovine, finding
the time hanging heavily on bis hands, strolled
leisurely aud mOdestly by the side door on BrO0me
street into the store OF r. v. Haughwout on Broad
way and Broome street. It was early, and the visit
being as unexpected as IL was mOment0us, there was
no In the immediate neighbortoodw Who adequately
realized its nature and Importance. However, when
IL had been noticed by somebody ndustri0usly
cleaning the glass cases, no battery OF artillery
planted In the doorway preparing 10 snc tne n Whole
impression. In went the bull between rows Of tIril-
liant glass cases. In which the most expensive OF
Bohemian vases were contained, and, turning TO the
right made his way to magnificent mirror. Thanks
to that Mirror the establishment was saved. Over
come by his vanity that wretched bull stood stupidity
adniring himself when his time should have been
occupied in making acquaintance with the china ana
enjoying good time generally. He well deserves
never 10 get q similar chance again. Two bipeds
stole nOiscessly behind him, and while ne was
utterly lost admirng the sharp tip on his horns TOOK
him quietly 10y the tail and drew him gently back
Then with the utmost facility they wheeled bim
around and showed him TO the door with success
the most marvellous that has ever been heard OF.
Incredible to relate not article was disturbed.
aud that d0ubly stupid bull will have TO pass his
days 10 vain remorse for the opportunity he 80 vii
c..II Iul
Year: 1868

The Radicals DiscOmated-No state Election


to be Held ON the Constitution.


RICHMOND, June 10, 1883.
Upon the refusal OF General Stoneman to submit
the radical constitution to a vote in this State
Governor Wells and other leading radicals proceeded
to washington and importuned Congress to act In
matter as delay would be fatal to the party. The
conservatives were daily gaining strength, while
radcalism was evidently on the wane. The Governor
would be ordered, as the radicals in Congress we're
already satisfied the constitution would be defeated
In any case. It Is now unquestionably settled there
will be election In Virginia prior to the Pres
Dental election. Some OF The radical candidates
now threaten to decline their nominations and re-
tire into that oblivion from which they came.
Year: 1868

Extensive Fire in Fulton street


At about a quarter Of two O'Clock this morning a
fire broke out In the store Of the Empire Tea and
Coffee Company, 2o6 Fulton street. The fire at first
spread through the store from the rear to the 'front.'
The llremen, with stream, soon drove the flames
back, and the fire then started up the rear OF
the building and at the time OF going to
press there seemed to be strong indications
that the whole Of the building would he destroyed.
The basement was occupied by the Excelsior Restau-
rant The third story of the building was occupied
by Charles Forrest, engraver. There were one or
two other occupants whose names could not be ascer
tanned The building was Ave stories, and was
valued at about The loss on the stock OF the
Empire Tea Company may be estimated at about
$4,000.
Year: 1868

Circulars Of Every Description and Notices
attend meetings printed in the neste possible manner
notice and twenty cent ess than At anI
other similar place In tho cv. At the METROPOLITAN JOE
PRINTING ESTABLISHMENT, " Nassau street
Year: 1868



 DR. JOHN BuLL-Dedr Sir: l have recent ly given your "Worm Destroyer" several trials, and find it wonderfully effcacious. It has not failed in single instance to have the wished-for effect. am doing a pretty large country practice, and have daily use for some article of the kind am free to confess that I know of no remedy recommended by the ablest authors that is so certain and speedy in its effects. On the contrary they are un- certeain in the extreme. My object in writ ing you is to find upon what terms I can get the medicine directly from you. If can get it upon easy terms, shall use a great deal of it. l am aware that the use of such articles is contrary 10 tho teachings and practice of great majority of the regUiar line of NJ. D. 8, but see no just cause or good sense in dis cardng a remedy which we know to be efii- cient, simply because we may be ignorant of its combination. For my part, shall make it a rule to use all and any means to alleviate suffering humanity which I may be able to eommand--not hesitating because some one more ingenious than myself may have learned it's effects first. and secured the sole right to secure that knowledge. However, 1 am by no means an advocate or supporter of the thousands of worthless nostrums that flood the country, tlTat pUrport to cure all manner of disease to which human flesh is heir. Please reply soon, and inform me of your best terms. am, sir, most respectfully,

 JULIUS P. CLEMENT, NJ. D.
Year: 1868

The dawn of the month of flowers

 was as bright and pleasant as heart

 could wish. Early in the morning the

 little children were clapping their hands with joy at the bright prospects before them. At about 9 o'clock, ac- eording to previous arrangement, the sabbath School assembled at the Meth odist Church, where they were formed in procession--each class in order then marched through town, thence hack to the Church, where they were addressed by N. B. Gair and Rev. Mir

 Kennedy; after which they repaired to the public square where sumptu- ous dinner was spread upon the ground

 to which all did full justice. Dinner over, old and young joined in games and plays, each vieing with the other, as if to see which could give the most pleasure or receive most joy. Alto gether 1t was pleasant sight The large crowd of little children, their faces frightened with the hope of pleas ure, led by their respective teachers 1; the beautiful banner borne at the head ofthe column, tastefully arranged and appropriately inscribed, was indeed well worth looking upon. The dinner was complete success, and under the supervision of the lady manager could not fail to give satisfaction to every one present. Time and space will not allow detailed description of all that happened. It is enough to say that old and young were glad alike; the joyous laugh of childhood called up a smile to parents faces; young men and maidens caught inspiration from the mirth of children, and pleasure beamed in every face. When in the evening all returned home we are sure it was with regret that the day ended so soon, and a wish that May-day were early here again.

 This day is emphatically a jubilee day to the citizens of Des Arc, old and young day long to be remembered, awakening "reminiscences of other and better days, when we were young and things were not as they now are. May its influences be felt for good in years to come. We have heard many ora tions on the first day of May, but the one delivered by N. E. Gair to-day surpassed in appropriateness ot lan- guage, manner of delivery, aptness of thought, and pathos of feeling, any thing we nave ever heard on any simi- lac occasioa; VIC doubt whether it could be excelled. Also the remarks made by Rev. MT. Kennedy were chaste, appropriate, and well-timed, evineing an ease and readiness of thought and word highly befltting the occasion. We think everybody went away not only pleased, but delighted with the May-day celebration at Des Are. May this occasion inspire the children and teachers of the Sunday Schools here with renewed resolution and determination to higher and more efficient efforts in their noble enter prize. A SPECTATOR.
Year: 1868

The CITIZEN is presented to the people of Arkansas as large in form as any Dem ocratic weekly in the State. Although independent in all things, and neutral in nothing, it is emphatically

 -A.@s---x E-Ws7AF-E. And now ranks as one of the first in the State. The greatest care will be taken to make its selections choice and instructive. A new feature will soon be added by pub fishing story each week, or if too long, running it through two or three numbers, The political complexion of the Citizen is white--opposcd to negro suffrage and a score of other Radical tenets, and while opposing them shall advocate She principle that white men should rule white men. In times of great political danger every man should take paper, and 1t IS more than probable that the present year will witness more political excitement and ex- traordinary political events than any pre- vious one of our nationality. Let the people assist the CITIZEN by joining in and making up clubs, and they will there by render it powerful auxiliary in their warfare against hateful negro suffrage and the many other evils the Radical party design thrusting upon the State.

 Read the following club rates, which are lower than those of any other weekly west of the Mississippi river;

 TERMS-CASH IN ADVANCE. Single copy one year } 90 Ten copies ............ 20 00 Twenty copies .......... 50 OO CAnd one to getter up of club)

 FOR THE CAMPAIGN.

 From July lst to December lst. Single copy .Sl 00 Ten copies ...............,... 3o We ask of the friends of the Citizen, and of the cause, to exert themselves in forming clubs in every locality.

 Money can be sent at our risk in regis tered envelope. Address

 POE X MATHEWS,

 Des Are, Ark
Year: 1868

The prize fight yesterday was what might
be called a short but spirited engagement.
BY the middle of the afternoon an audience of
two or three hundred had assembled within
the enclosure on the Hot Springs road, for
the purpose of witnessing the pugilistic en-
counter between Teddy Smith and Jimmy
Rattle, two new candidates for fstic honors.
Teddy was first IL the ring with his blue col
ors, but Jimmy followed him with the red at
thirteen inmates of four. Bill Burmiester was
chosen referee, and Sy Murphy and Con
0rem umpires. As the men stripped for the
fight, striking difference in their make mp
was noticeable, Teddy being a mass of muscle
on a heavy framework, a kind of a " Dunder-
feet clipper model. 1t seemed like a fight be-
tween a bull dog and a greyhound, and the
general impression was that the bull dog
would whip. Betting was, however, even,
and considerable money changed hands in the
shape of i've dollar notes. Just before the
commencement of the fight, however, one hun
dred dollars was offered on Jimmy and found
no takers. About the same time, also, the
large exterior audience commenced pulling
down the boards of the enclosure, and, not
withstanding the fact that their " forlorn
hopes received severe punishment from the
trance and permanent lodgment In great
numbers. After tie preliminary shaking of
hands, time was called and the fight COM
menced at seven minutes past four. We have
the full particulars of each round, but our
space will not permit us to give them. Jim
my was the more scientific dodger and
sparTer OF the two, and hoped
around the ring like French
dancing master. He gradually gained the
confidence of the assemblage, as well, perhaps,


as their sympathy, on account of his slight
stature. He went TO grass nearly every round
TO avoid punishment. Teddy struck out
Justify with blows that would seem sufficient
to crush stone, had they reached their mark.
On the third round Jimmy drew the first
blood under Teddy's right eye. About the
eighth round Teddy seemed to get his blood
up, and seemed near forgetting that he was
engaged in a scientific contest, instead of an


angry fight conducted without regard to p.


r. rules. On the eighth and eleventh rounds,
therefore. he came very near beating himself
by giving foul blows, but bethonght himself
in time to avoid it. On the fifteenth round


Jimmy got in his best blows, causing copious
streams of claret to flow from the nose of his


opponent. On the twentieth round Teddy


anger was unmistakably up, and he went for
Jimmy with perfect rush. and seemed de-
Year: 1868

habitations amidst the scenes of her former
life (Cheers.) do not despair. L have hope
in the aspirations of men; / have faith in the
providence of God. l know that the path
way of history is strewn with the wrecks of
empires, and peoples, and constitutions, aud
liberty. 1t may be in the providence of God
that this country of ours will follow in the
wake of all nations that have gone before
If it shall be so, let it not be owing to the
faults or misfortunes of the democratic party
(Great cheering) If it must be so, let it be
known that it was the party of our love that
stood to the last, with heruic virtue, to the
principles of civil liberty. If it must be so,
let US, my fellow citizens, take consolation in
the thought that in the eternal ciTcies OF God
death is but the precursor of resurrection
aud that the same principles which hasten ma
tions to decay, contain within themselves the
spark of living fire which secure undying
youth to our immortal race.


s.Time writes no wrinkles on it's fair young brow,
Such creation dawn beheld, it sees thee now"


Amid the wrecks of time its progress is
still onward and upward, higher and still
higher.


Higher higher! That is the motto of
our race that is the motto of our aspirations;
that is the hope of our immortal souls; high
er! even as he eagle when he takes his
flight to the sun higher as the immortal
stars when in their eternal courses they en-
circle the footstool of tho throne; higher
as the soul of man when leaving its tenement
of clay it seeks through all the ages the home
of its father and its God. Gentlemen, |
thank you.


Immense applause greeted the termination
of the honorable geutleman's able and elo>
quent speech.
Year: 1868

Make marriage matter Of moral judgment
Marry in your own religion.


Marry into q different blood and temperament
ffom your own.


Marry into family which you have long known.
Never talk at one another either alone or in COM
pany.


Never both manifest anger at the same time
Never speak loud to one another unless the house
is on fire.
Let esca one strive to yield oftenest TO the wish
of the other -s -e


The very nearest approach to domestic felicity on
earth is ia mutual cultivation of an absolute un-
selhshness. ..1
Never end fault unless it is perfectly certain that
fault mas been committed; and even then preclude
it with kiss, and lovingly.


Never taunt with past mistake.


Neglect the whole world besides, rather than one
another.


Never allow a request to be repeated.


81 forgot is never acceptable excuse.


Never part for a day without loving words to
think of during absence; it may be that you will
never meet again in life.