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Year: 1861

| brought down the sound, and the guns


were worked with new ardor and skill
The firing on the part Of the feet was now


at still better range, and the FIRST morn
ing gun of the Susquehanna told with a


fearful effect. The shells continued ex-


ploding over, around and directly in the
forts, with fearful havoc The inner
fort-Fort Clark-appeared to have been
siienced, as the flag had disappeared. Our
troops on shore were again moving to-
ward it at double quick The guns from
the outer Fort Hatteras grew faint and
fewer The Monticello, with great cour-
age, advanced far beyond any other ship
and poured her fire directly into the bat
terry One of her boats was knock ed from
her dayits, and the ship was hit in two
places. She reports the result Of her OBJ
servations to the flagship, and the shells
now exploded more rapidly than ever di-
rectly within Fort Hatteras Fort Clark
was silenced. Our troops continue to ad-
vance along the shore, and Tie American
flag was soon waving in triumph from the
parapets Of Fort Clark Fort lIatteras
continued to reply to our fire, but at slow
intervals without effect The Harriet Lane
approached still nearer and discharged one
of her large guns with destructive results.
The Susquehanna then plunged large
she'll directly into the spot where the dis
union magazine was found to be, and in a
few moments white flag appeared on Fort
Hatteras, and it was surrendered.


The Union men were now seen advanc-
ing along from Fort Clark, and forming
into line, with the old Stars and Stripes
just in front Of the fallen secession flag.
The victory was won
Year: 1861

The form and cOuntcnance of this bird
bespeak him full of courage and energy
and his true character does not belle his
appearance, for he possesses these qualities
In an eminent degree. 1t is not yet decided
whether it be the same as the cinercous
shrike of Linnaus; its habits and manners
appear to be the same.


This bird frequents the deepest forests
builds a large and compact nest, of dry
grass and moss, in the upright fork of a
small tree. In his manners he has more
resemblance to the pies than to birds of
prey, particularly in the habit of carrying
off his surplus food, as if to hoard it for
future exigencies; with this difference, that
the pies conceal theirs at random in holes
and creyices, where perhaps it is forgotten;
while the shrike sticks his on thorns and
bushes, where it shrivels in the sun, and
soon becomes useless to the hoarder One
of these birds had once the tcmerity to
pursue snow-bird into an open cage which
stood in garden and before any one could
arrive to its assistance, had already strang-
led and scalped it, though he lost his lib
erty by the exploit. In confinement he
sticks up not only insects, bus flesh, and
the bodies of such birds as are thrown to
him, on nails and sticks fixed up for the
purpose.


The character of the American butcher
bird is entitled to no small degree Of respect
His activity is visible in all his motions
his courage and intrepidity beyond every
other bird of his size, (the king bird ex-
cepted,) and in affection for his young he
is surpassed by no other; he associates with
them, the whole family hunting in compa-
ny. He attacks the largest hawk or eagle
in their defence, with 4 resolution truly
astonishing, SO that all of them respect
him, and on every occasion decline the
contest. As the SHOWS of winter approach,
he desccnds from the mountainous forests
and from the regions of the north to the
more cultivated parts of the country, how
ering about our hedge rows, orchards, and
meadows, and disappears again early in
April.
Year: 1861

w ulSpGIlUS III SCHOOL.


There is perhaps no greater evil against
which teachers have to contend at the pres
ent time than that of whispering. While
all admit its being an evil, no one has vet
been able to lay down a rule by which it
may be suppressed, nor shall we attempt
to do so after its having been so thorough
ly discussed at the late teachers institute.
We might add, however, that it seemed to
be the general conclusion Of the teachers
present that it is the imperative duty of
all concerned to use their best endeavors to
suppress it


The teacher should adopt such measures
as will secure the comfort and best interest
Of his pupils as far as practicable, and be
ever guided by the principle of doing the
greatest good to the greatest number. 1t is
scarcely necessary to state further that
whispering is extremely annoying to the
teacher, often taking him from an exercise
requiring his undivided attention, besides
constantly interrupting pupils during their
studies. Knowing the annoyance, confu-
sion and waste Of time occasioned by this
evil, we think no sensible mind 01uyht to
object to its total suppression, but rather
aid the teacher in his efforts to do So
We have good authority for saying that
the County Superintendent will spare no
efforts to introduce better system into our
common schools in regard to this matter,
but unless aided by teachers, directors, and
parents, his efforts will be fruitless. 1t is
only in united action that any good may be
accomplished, and hope all concerned will
consider the matter in time and go earnest
ly to work. S.
Year: 1861

BRASS BousBr FOR GOLp-A Bad Speculation.
The Philadelphia Ledger says the sale of brass
bars for gold ones, which was successfully tried
few years ago, has been repeated within a day
or two, German Of this city having been swim.
died out Of $500 by that means. The bars sold
are about six inches long and an inch and half
wide, and quarter Of an inch thick, and colored
to bear very close resemblance to gold In
order to effectually deceive, the party who wants
which he rubs on the edge Of one Of the bars
The PARTICLES Of the genuine metal falling into a
piece Of paper, they are taken to jeweIIer, who,
pronouncing them gold, ii has been regarded az
snficient to satisfy Of the character Of the bars
This was done In the case referred to. The Ger
man was told that the party offering TO sell was on
the point Of leaving the city, and that he could
not remain to get the bars coined. Believing this
and that he was about to make handsome sum
by the operation, be became the purchaser of mos,
valueless pieces Of metal, under the idea that he
was buying SO much gold
Year: 1861

The following tables are made up, showing
the traffic Of the New York Central and Erie
Railways for the eleven months ending with
Auguet, the receipts Of that month in each
instance being estimated:
Year: 1861

nit; others Intellectually oppose; each deter
mines to turn the tables at some future convention
by similar imposition. But the rank and file
Of the party have nothing to say-GOr whyH The
destiny Of their vote was forecast by the adoption
Of that resolution in tho primary convention
like the bullock in the cramp, he has no choice as
to what brand he would wear, although il con-
sign him to the fair fields Of the provident farmer
or to tho barren hills Of the inprovident herds.
man.


Voters Of the Democratic party, are you pre-
pared to suffer yourselves thus ignObly to be
disposed Of year after year? DoyOu not realize
that the conventions, under the rulc Of political
hucksters, do not reflect your preferences, while
they have you hampercd with this resolution
adopted in your primary conventions? It's no
credit To your manhood or intelligence to be thus
passivcly driven, while protesting democracy
into the party cramp, thereby giving into the
hands Of party herdsnen the power to fix the
destiny Of your vote and steal your iranchise-a
fact the very opposite Of the definition Of the
great and popular name under which you enroll
yourselves: DemOcr0cysr, Serf' is an appcllation
more befitting the man who dares not designate
his preference by his vote at the ballCt-box be-
cause Of party uSages. But says ono, 1t is
necessary in order to secure the great principle
ol the party Secure BcelZebub! aud it docs
elFectualy where it creates an Oligarchy Of polit
ical huckstcTs. We can scarcely have a better
defined form Of Ills Satanic Majesty than is found
in the roaring politician, who is at the top o.
every convention and at the tail Of every Office
holder.


Citizens, vote for whom you please, ignoring
al party trammcls, and thus compel the party
at all times to put at your head men Of your firs
choice, who can carry the popular esteem along
with tho votes Of the party. If you would L'
Democrats, be 80 In tho prOper acceptationO th'
term. An opportunity is now afforded to mani
fest your disapprobatiOn Of the corruption whici
has crcpt into your conventions, and which seek
to place bad mon in power while it rObs you
the free usc Of your franchise. NBy voting a
this time for VIM. II. Wallace for Delegate t.
Congress, you rebuke the party leaders who hav'
so misreprcsented you in convention. Col. Wal
lace, although differing from you in some degre,
as to political principles, will not in this capacity
misrepresent you, 80 Ear as his duty and tn
carrying out Of those principles are concerned
4 party man is not demanded for this position
except SO far as is necessary to be loyal to tn
Union, and to give to the Government, in this il
scvsrest trial, his unqualified support. Such
man is found in Col. Wallace, upon whom al
may unite without scruplc.
Year: 1861

HERE is fair specimen of Southern opinion of
bile Register


Throughout the war so far, not one act of
courage, not one symptom of generalship and
Lincoln himself is frightened to death, keeps up
his spirits by pouring spirits down sleeps with
his boots on, and his cap and cloak at hand win
his palace filled with armed men to guard his
sacred person. The Government, and the militia
ry and the press in its service, are exhibiting ut
every step unmstakabe signs oil trepldation'
Year: 1861

KEEP COOL,-The following sensible advice,
from the Springfield (Nass) RcpubIiean, is prob
ably better adapted to that latitude than to this,
but it is worth keeping in mind during these
fcversh and exciting times


We cannot afford to live in a constant whirl Of
excitement. The nerves wear out. To a certain
extent, this matter is under personal control.
The war is to be too long, and is to be attended
by too many startling events, to make 1t safe to
surrender ourselves to excitement every moment.
Do not trust anything to street rumors. Wait
for the papers, and read them at leisure. Enter
into no heated discussions Have faith in the
Government, and do not get impatient at seeming
delays We have a government and q military
chief that understand themselves. Sleep all you
can, Keep good natured, sober, earliest aud cool
Year: 1861

The New York Day Book, alludng to the
opening of the Spring Book Trade sales in that
city says the catalogue is larger this year than
usual, but that " there is not a single purchaser
present from the Confederate States"
Year: 1861

There was no muck in the yard and if the
owner has his way there probably never will
be-


The broken-down corncrib is yet standing,
though in a more dapidated condition than
ever. More boards are missing from the rear
aud more shingles from the roof. Yet even in
this receptacle of all the run down tools upon
the farm. we saw q new p,ow, cultivator and
harrow, showing that Jerry is getting new
ideas into bis head in spite of himself


When We reached John Nugent'S we thought
we had lost the way, but the old one-horse
wagon with the white-oak thills unpeelcd, was
landmark rot to be mistaken. There was
new barn, with the Inevitable cellar and good
natured looking woman, with both hands on
her hips, looking on with as much satisfaction
as if she were monarch of all she surveyed. 4
ditch had been dug striGht through the old
swamp, and heaps Of muck were tipped up by
the roadside, good evidence that d new leaf had
been turned over. Troc, the ditch was not
very deep, and no sufficient outlet had been
provided for the water, but beginning to
drain had been made, and this always has q
logical consequence That swamp will bear
better grass next year and more Of it, and
Johns wife will see it, he does not She will
suggest tha. if water cOald only ron off all it
wanted to, THE grass would be much higher
aud sweeter still, and there would be more but
ter to sell, she has John under her thumb
though he does not know it aud there will be
more dl ching there next fali, done by herself
in the way she built the barn. 1t is blessed
thing that some Of our farmers have good
wives. 1t takes q woman 10 read the papers,
and then follows reform.
Year: 1861

of a flock of white lambs feeding near beau
tiful river; and he told him beautiful story
of a good Shepherd who calls little children
His lambs, and who sometimes sends for them
to live with Him in happy place, where no
one is eyer i'll or in pain, and where allis beauty
and happiness.


When the old man saw that " alter liked to
hear about this, he told him that there is in
deed Good Shepherd, that He would take
care of Johnny and Naomi, and that some time
in that hGppy place he hoped that Walter
would see them again.


After this time Walter grew paler and thin
ner and though doctors came to see him they
could do him no good.


One warm spring evening he asked his.nu rse
10 wheel his sofa once more to the little win
dow The sun was setting and all the school
children were playing in the street. He watch
ed them through long game at oranges and
lemons, and tried 70 clap his hands when Just
in time won the race.


Then the sun set, and all the children stood
wishing each other good night by the gate
With a great effort, Walter raised himself up,
and leaned over towards the opon window.


Good night, good night said hs to the
children


1t was the first time he had ever spoken to
the children, and it was the last; for when the
nurse tarned round to look be had fallen back
on the sofa-he was dead.
Year: 1861

The PUZZLED MISUNDERSTANDING our last
conflict with Great Britain, a number Of our
troops were engaged in repairing the fortifca-
tions Of Niagara, and whilst SO engaged the
enemy commenced pretty sharp fire, so that
it occupied nearly the whole of the tine of our
forces to keep Oh the look out for the shots OF
the enemy.


Finding that they did not make much
headway. they stationed a son of the Emerald
Isle to give warning when shot or shell was
coming


This the sentinel faithfully performed alter
nately singing ont, shot" shell" shot"
shell until finally the enemy started Cen
greve rocket which Pat had never seen before.


He hesitated, and seeing it elevated, ho
shouted


Shot, and be jabers the gun with it !"
Year: 1861

be expended, in many instances without
any compensation. Upward of 1000 men
ere now engaged in the hunt for gold
The fare by steamboat between Halifax
and Tangiers is 81, and large numbers go
and come constantly. The gold is said to
be in large quantities in the hard quartz.
Some of the diggers have been making
from S25 to $50 per day, while hundreds
Of others in the same localities do not
make anything. Invariably, the men who
go on to the ground with scientific
knowledge of the metals, and the modus
ooperandi of procuring the precious metal
from the quartz, succeed.


Hundreds go with the idea that all that
is necessary for them to do is to rake the
golden particles out of promiscuous sand.
The gold district is remarkably rugged
For miles there is not an acre of cultiva-
ton, This is the case on nearly the whole
coast from Halifax to the Gut of Canso.
On the banks of the rivers, however, there
are some fine farms and rich meadows, but
on the rising grounds and uplands there is
nothing but rocks and stunted forests of
spruce and wild bushes Claims are sold
for $40 each, and there are many holders
who have ten claims. A large number Of
diggers arrive daily, but as many, who af-
ter two days trial have failed in the OBJ
ject of their search, leave in disgust. 1t
is expected that there will be an influx of
British emigrsnts soon, but woe to them if
they go to the mines without the capital
and the genius, Pluck and perseverance
are not all that are necessary in the scien-
tifc search after the precious ore.
Year: 1861

s2y- Did you ever have the Sk Headache? Do you
member the throbbing temples the evered brow the
10 thing and dgust the sight of food How totally
unfit you for pleasure conversation study. Ore
of the CepbaIic Pills would have relieved you from all
the su; ring which you then experienced For this and
other plrpcses you should always have box of ,hem
band to use a. occasion requires.
Year: 1861

GREAT DlscOyEEY.-A Among the most important Of all
the great medical discoveries OF this sge may be cOnsd
cred the OF vaccination for protection from Small
Pcx The Cephalic Fill fer relief OF Headache, and the
use OF QunTe for the prevention of Fevers, either Of
which is specific whose benefits will be eXperenc
ed BY suffering humanity long after their dscoyeers
forgotten.
Year: 1861

THE CoTTON GOVERNMENTAL writer in
the Charleston Courier suggests The follow
ing as the outlines Of the Southern Con-
federacy:


The Congress should consist of delegates cho-
sen by the Legislature Of the several States.
The number Of delegates should depend upon
the amount Of population, provided that no
State shall send less than five nor more than
twelve delegates.


These delegates should be chosen for five
years, but the manner Of choice should be so
arranged as that each State should choose at
least one delegate every year, thus securing the
advantages Of a perpetual running body.


To the Congress should be granted the same
substantial powers as are now vested in the
Federal Congress, except that right to levy du-
tieL should be limited to an ad valorem tax Of
per cent. in time of peace; in time of war un-
limited.


The President should be chosen from among
the members Of Congress for the term of five
years. The State whose delegate shall thus be
elected should elect another to serve out his un-
expired term. The President should not be re-
eligible until after the expiration Of five years.
The President Of the Congress to be ex-otheio
Vice President.


AS the Congress consists of but one House,
the President should have an unqualified veto
upon any act Of Congress, and no bill thus We
toed should be introduced into Congress during
the session.


The President, with the delegates from each
State who stand first on the roll, should consti-
tute an executive council, to which should be
referred all appointments to Office, and remov-
ais, all treaties, and other functions which usu-
ally occupy executive councils in other States.


1t Is not expedient that the Congress should
have exclusive jurisdiction over any territory
whatsoever. Forts, arsenals, ETC., should be
they are found, and care should be taken that
the Federal forces should never be regarded by
any of the States in the light Of inimical
powers.
Year: 1861

Stockton Republican is informed that the peo-
pie of Woodbridge are soon to have meeting,
to decide upon the proposition for the construc-
ton of a canal twenty-three miles in length,
which will connect that fourishing town with
the San Joaquin river by water. There is fine
road from Mokelumne City and Woodbridge to
a portion of the mines at all seasons. 1t is
thought that the construction of the canal will
be cheaper process than the removal Of the
distractions in a portion of the Mokelumne.
Year: 1861

THE PALMETTO RAo.-The South Carroll
mans have no end of trouble in fixing upon the
State flag. The Mercury Of January 29th, an
nounces the last change:


The Legislature last night again altered the
design Of the State flag. 1t now consists Of a
blue field with white palmetto tree in the mid
die, upright. The white crescent in the upper
flag staff corner remains as before, the horns
pointing upwards. This may be regarded as
final.
Year: 1861

LETTER FROM DEEYER.-A letter from J.
W. Denver has made its appearance in the
Sacramento Union, in which he endeavors TO
explain and smooth over the letter written to
lis brother some months since, which smacked
SO strongly Of disloyaIty, that the Secession
press pounced greedily upon and published it as
sound He does not deny the genuineness of
the letter, but says it was private and never
intended for publication that it was careless
ly written and contained expressions which he
regrets were used. He also states that it was
written just after the defeat of Bull Run, when
every one was depressed in spirits. lie claims
to yield to no one in devotion to the Constitu-
ton and the Union.


The regrets for the letter to his brother, can,
we think, be safely ascrbed to the commission
now held by him as Brigadier-G General Of Vol
unteers. If such is not the case, be is very
much like the Irishman's flea" put your fin
ger on him and be amt there" fact which
materially dctracts from his qualification to
judiciously fill the Office now held by him
Any one who holds two opinions-oae public
and the other private, or whose character foT
vascilation IS as well established as that of J.
W. Denver, should not be placed in any i'm
portant position but allowed to gently retire
into obscurity
Year: 1861

Coal IN NEvADA.-Quite an excitement
was created in town yesterday, by the arrival
of Col. Whitman and Mr.. Scott from the coal
regions, bringing with them great chunks of
excellent coal from the Whitman lead We,
short time since, mentioned that the company
were sinking shaft for the purpose of strl-
king what seemed to be several detached leads
which appeared on the surface of the ground.
After descending forty feet, they struck
the lead where all the strata seemed to join.
Its width is from three to seven feet. About
ten tons of the coal has been taken out, and it
is the opinion of the proprietors, that from
four TO FIVE tons per day can be got out at
present. The stratum appears to be above the
water level We hail the discovery with plea
sure. as it demonstrates the fact that coal ex-
lists in this Territory. Other companies, who
are at work in the same vicinity, are much
encouraged by the strike in the Whitman
lead Territorial Enterprise
Year: 1861

We wish to call the attention of our business
men and citizens generally, to the Importance
of building good wagon-road from this place
to the intersection OF the La Porte road, at or
near the Woodville House, about six miles
from Forbestown. The trade and travel from
La Porte, ST. Louis, Gbsonville, and all the
mining towns in that section of country, by
way of Forbestown, is increasing daily, and
( has assumed an Importance which calls for i'm
proved facility of communication. Large IN
voices of -four, hay, grain and other produce
/ from the arabic valley lands of our county, are
4 daily forwarded and finds a ready market, at
remunerative prices, in these mountain towns
/ The lumber, from the extensive and heavily
timbered region through which the road would
pass, does already, aud will continue to find
an active market in the valley, and now forms
an important branch of trade, ard which, all
will admit, must rapidly increase in the future.
We predict, at the risk of being called false
prophet, that the immense travel OF that popu-
lous section, to and from the lower cities, will
eventually pass through our town, and that at
no far distant day. 1t is bound to come here,
and that too, as naturally as water runs down
bill, in spite of itself, and for reasons which are
incontrovertible and can be readily explained.
1t is unnecessary to add that through what,
ever channel the travel flows, the trade will, in
a great measure, follow.


From an intimate knowledge of the country
through which a road thus built, would neces-
sarily pass, we are satisfied that an outlay of
only few thousand dollars would build road
to the point above mentioned, of light and easy
grade, inferior to no road in the State, and
within a distance not exceeding twenty-five
miles. We trust that our citizens will care
fully canvass the growing Importance and alb
solute necessity of the speedy building of such
a road and take such active measures as may
be deemed expedient for its early commence
ment and completion. We shall, probably,
refer to the Importance of this enterprise here
after, and hope that some orc will, in the mean
time, take the initlatory steps in the matter.