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Year: 1861

A RECIPE WORTH One THOUSAND DOLLARS.
We are indebted to an exchage paper for
the following recipe, which, it is claimed, is
worth the above sum of money, and give it
publicity for benefit of housewives in gen.
eral, our lady readers in particular, to-wit:
Take one pound of sal soda and half pound
of unslacked lime, put them in a gallon of wa
ter and boil twenty minutes; let it stand till
cool, them drain it off and put it in stone jar
or jug. Soak your dirty clothes over night
or until they are well wet through, then wiring
them out and put on plenty of soap; and to
one boiler of clothes well covered with water.
add one tea-spoonful of washing fluid Boil
half an hour briskly; then wash them thor
oughly through one suds and rinse well in
water, and your clothes will look better than
the old way of washing twice before boiling.
This is an invaluable recipe, and we want
every poor tired woman to try it.
Year: 1861

MARSHAL BosQUET, the hero of the French
service in the Crimea, is dead. He is said
to have received wound in scandalous
affair soon after his return from the Crimea,
that reduced him to pitiable paralytic con-
dition. 1t was his generalship at the battle
of Inkermann that saved that day to the
allies.
Year: 1861

A RATHER bold scheme has lately been
originated in England. The project is no
less than that of replacing the nine thousand
tons of coal now consumed daily in London,
by gas, which is to be made at the coal fields,
and conveyed in an enormous main, three
hundred miles, to the great metropolis The
practicability and advantage of using gas for
cooking and other domestic purposes are now
fully established
Year: 1861

A MEAN man never agrees to anything
without deliberately turning it over, so that
he may see its dirty side, and, if he can,
sweating the coin he pays for it. If an arch
angel should offer to save his soul for six
pence, he would try to find sixpence with a
hole in it
Year: 1861

Posi- CoACHEs.-The contractors for carry
ing the daily mail on the central route renew
ed to Mr.. Blair their promise to Mr.. Latham
that they will run their coaches daily over the
aentral route THAT is seven times week in
stead of six in sixteen days during the
summer and twenty in the winter.
Year: 1861

The WAR SPlRIr IN MIssoURI-The St Louis
correspondent Of the New York Post, writing
April eth, says:


The city is one grand military camp Thou.
SANDS are drilling nightly, and there are more
men mustered into the service of the United States
from that county, than the quota of the State
under the Presidents proclamation There arc
now mustered into the service between five and
SIX thousand men, and home guard of as many
more, making at least ten thousand men ready In
defend the Government In the city and county


The Union feeling in this city is patriotism
Intensified: No noise, but hard work to a purpose
no no Dragging; but determination. Morally for.
tined by glorious and righteous cause our phy-
scal defences are equal to the emergency. With
Jefferson Barracks and st. Louis Arsenal gar
Iisoned with 5000 troops, and home guard of
300 as brave and loyal men in this city as can
De ionnd on the continent, St Louis only asks the
government to pursue vigorous policy, and end
this war In manner that treason will end with
H. The city 10 very quiet, trade is dull money ia
scarce, and we are looking for bloc kade of the
rlveI | have just learned that the July interest
on the State debt rciH NOT BE- paid; another scene
IN tne drama Of secession, to close with a grand
finale Of repudiation.
Year: 1861

The great representative National Demo-
ocrat Of Amerca-STEPuEN A. DOUGLAS
has. as the latest Eastern dispatch informs
Us, spoken to the nation on the crisis Of the
age. While those who alternately affect to
despise or admire him, according to the ex-
tent to which his utterances damage, or, by
being falsely interpreted, and their struggle
for political existenee--w bile these his enc
mics. were endeavoring to show to the po-
pie of this State that he deprecated any use
of strength on the part of the Government
to subdue the traiiorous and aggressive hordes
of jeff Davis, The Pony Express brings us
this great mans counsel given in words that
will reach the hearts of thousands among
us who confde in his wisdom and in his pa
triotism. Truly


" One blast from out his buglc horn


We're worth thousand men,"


Senator Douglas recognizes the great fact
that a "war of determination is being
waged upon this Government by traitors,
who rally undor "piratical flag" and he
says TO Democrats: Don't allow party con
.iderations TO make you traitors; the most
stupendous and unanimous preparation for
war is the shortest way to peace. The great
er the unanimity the less blood will be she'd
Here is no maudlin sentimentality that would
shirk from preserving the country lest blood
should flow and treasure be expended The
life of the nation is Of more value than the
lives Of individuals. If madmen will play
strike them down But yet, humanity de.
mand5 the least possible sacrifice. The short
est way to peace now. is the way which can
conquer peace. This pl ain propositi n is
powerfully presented by the Illinois senator,
who never fails to see the true state of a case.
We know not what the Miss Nancies Of the
secession press will say of the war speech
of the Little Giant They have recently
been loud in his praise, because they hugged
the delusive idea to their bosoms that he
could not stand by the Government with a
Republican in the White House. They judged
him by the measure of their own narrow
and contemplate minds. They knew that
he had battled through life against the OPP
position to the Democracy. whatever shape
it assumed. They know nothing of patri
otic love of country, and do not look for it
in party men MrDouglas' speech is a mighty |
rebuke to the weak and trembling souls |
who dare not say word for their country, |
unless their party is in power and it is likely |
10 Oewilder those pretended Union men who
think that Uncle Sam ought to be trampled
out of existence before he resorts to powder
and steel. We congratulate the outspoken,
Union men who, in November
last, supporte Douglas, upon this new proof
(uot to them, but to the enemy, of his bold
and manly character, and the wisdom which
ever puts the strongest words into his mouth.
Long may he live, and be, as he now is,
power in the Nation.
Year: 1861

We believed that the South had been
grossly wronged in the election of Mr. Lin
coin upon the Chicago platform His cleo
tion was n deliberate insult to the people Of
one-half of the Union. 1t was worse-it vas
an overt act of treason against the Govern
ment, because it was the will of the majority,
deliberately declared, that the Constitutional
rights of one section of the Union were to be
invaded and destroyed. 1t was equivalent
to a revolution against the Government, and
the overthrow of the Constitution.-EEpr
yesterddy


If Lincolns election was can overt act OF
treason" "a revolution against the Govern
ment and the overthrow of the Constitution, >
the man who does not labor for the over
throw of the Government de fdcto of the
United States is vile traitor. Is the Ex-
press ready to take a bold position for the
right, as it understands the right? Is not
secessionism a duty and devotion to the
Government crime if the Express tells the
truth in the above extract?
Year: 1861

REMEMBER THE CLUB MEETING To-Nrcur
at Water Works Hail. Every unconditional
Union man go, and sign the roll. 1t is good
record to make, and one that ought to be
kept for future reference. The club will
elect perman ent officers this evening.
Year: 1861

So denominated from their astonishing power of
creating new life and health, as it were, from the
very ashes of the most diapidated constitutions
more strongly tonic and more Immediately in
vigorating than pills; containing the same choice
vegetable extracts rs the latter in different mod
iication. Although really less cathartic than tho
LIFE PILLS. they nevertheless begin to cleanse the
alimentary canal much sooner; generally slightly
operating within three or four hours and produc-
ing decided sense of relief TO the head aud stom-
ach and exhilerating the mind even in less time
than this
Year: 1861

Bot It IS unnecessary to enumerate the many
cases in which these purely vegetable mofciLcs
have been successful but let us enquire Why are
they so universal in their happy effects


Because they purify the blood, aud thus reno
vate all cause Of disease in the system


Because they act powerfully upon the aecretions
Of the body, aud remove all impurities at once.


Because they do not reduce the system, but invig-
crate it-thus requiring restraint from pleasure
or business during their operation.
Year: 1861

These diseases, which are among the most pa n
ful, and by ignorant treatment, the most inveter-
ate to which suffering humanity is LIABLE are cured
speedily and permanently cured by proper course
of the Lite Pills and Phonix Bitters
Year: 1861

NERVOUS DISORDERS What is more fear " full than breaking down of the nervous system 7? To be excftable or nervous in small de- gree IS most distressing for where can remedy ne found? There is one :-drink but little beer. wine, or spirits, or far better, none take no cof- 1ee,--weak tea being preferable get all the fresh air you can take three or four Pills every night | eat plenty of Solids. avoiding the use of slops and if these golden rules are followed you will be happy in mind and strong in body, and forget you have any nerves.

 MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERs.-If there is one thing more than another for which these Pills are so fa nous it is their purifying properties, especially their power of cleansing the blood from all impu- ritiss, and removing dangerous and suspended se- cretions. Universally adopted as the one grand remedy for female complaints. they never fail, never weaken the system, and always bring about what is required.

 SICK HEADACHES AND WANT o1 AppErITs.-- These ceilings which SO sadden us, most frequens' ly arise from annoyanees or trouble, from obstruc. ted precipitation or from eating and drinking whes

 is unfit for us thus dsordering the liver and sto- mach. These organs mus: be regulated if you wish to be we'll The Pills, if taken according to the printed instructions, will quickly restore a healthy action to both liver and stomach, whence follow as a natural consequence, good appetite and clear head. In the East and West Indies scarcely any other medicine is used for these disorders.

 DISORDERS or THE KIDNEys.-1n all diseases affecting these organs. whether they secrete too much or too little water; or whether they be af- flicted with stone or gravel, or with aches and pains settled in the loins over the regions of the kidneys, these Pills should be taken according to the printed directions, and the Ointment should be we'll rubbed into the small of the back at bed time. This treatment will give almost mimedi- ate relief when other means have failed. FoR SroMAcHs OUT OF oRDER.-No medicine will so effectually improve the tone of the stomach as these Pills, they remove all acidity occasion- cd either by intemperance or improper diet. They reach the liver and reduce it to a healthy action

 they a,e wonderfully effcacious in cases of spasm in fact they never fail in curing all disorders of the liver and Stomach.
Year: 1861

~ It is stated that R. B. Mitchell,
Of Linn County, will be an Independent
Union candidate for Congress, if not
nominated BY the Democratic Conven-
ton. Bob may be all right on tho Uni
on. but otherwise he won't do to bet on.
He is or was, We believe, in favor Of
compromising with the traitors. to pacify
them. The Republican candidate will
be sound on the Union question. but will
oppose the surrendering Of vital princi-
pies to sppease rebel robbers. Other
masters besides the Union will engage
the attention of Congress, and Kansas
wants Representative who is right on
al Of them.
Year: 1861

cry paper, which is very injurious to the fine
polish Of the guns and other arms. Some o
the general officers have issued general order
to their brigades to use this oil, having found
It's great superiority over all other oils.
Year: 1861

SENSIBLE VIEws.-The ChsrlGtsville CORES
pondent of the Charleston Courier, who met Gov.
Wise on his way to the West says he was struck
with an observation made by that gentleman up
on the best mode Of dealing with uudisciplined
volunteers, yet skilled as marksmen, such As he
will have chiefly to rely on in his operations. He
aid great mischief would result from making them
believe they could do nothing without drill, when
there was no time to drill them thoroughly. He
desired to just get them organized TO prevent
confusion, and then he would tell them he wanted
them always to 20 where he told them TO, and stand
fast till they we're bidden to move, and that is
would make very little difference whether they
could shoulder arms according TO rule, provided
they coaId shoot at man and hit him. With
few disciplined soldiers to support them, he will
make these mountain men fght TO some purpose.
Year: 1861

Hereafter all Provisions passing through this city,
intended for any Depot of the bounds OF the State
will he stopped here for the supply of the troops con-
centrated at this point The market price will be al
lowed for the Provisions stopped. Forwarding and
receiving Agents the Railroad Depot will paT strict
attention to the execution of this order.


By order of the Governor, J.F. HOKE, Adjt Gen
Year: 1861

A FLAG FOR THE FIRST REGIMENT.-The
ladies Of this place engaged in getting up
Flag such may be worthy of the acceptance of
the glorious First Regiment of North Carolina
Volunteers. The funds have been provided, and
the flag will soon be made up by the ladies them
selves-Fuv Observer
Year: 1861

THE STAY LAw.-We see it stated that Mr.
Biggs, in some remarks made in Convention few
days ago. said that the Supreme Court of North
Carolina now in session has pronounced the Stay
Law Of the last Legislature unconstitutional.
Year: 1861

The New York News speaks very
frankly about recruiting under pre-
sent circumstances, as follows


The business of recruiting is now
going on very slowly, owing lsss to
the scarcity Of men than to the dis
inclination among the people to en-
list in the volunteer army. Proba-
bly, the difficulty which some Of the
regiments have experienced in get
ting their pay and receiving their
uniforms and good rations at the seat
of war, has had much to do in bring
ing about this state of things. I'm
der the first requisition for troops
crowds Of volunteers We're always to
be found at the different regimental
headquarters, but at present the scar
city of men to be seen at such places,
and the comparatively few names
that are enrolled, shows the inactivi-
ty Of the recruiting business. Nu-
cleuses of regiments are abundant, in
deed they are to be found in many
places in this city, but probably
there is not one regiment at present
hereabouts that could, If called upon
by the War Department to do SO,
muster even the minimum number OF
men Several recruiting Offices have
closed, and now that the mastering
officers are to begin the work of con,
solidating the fragmentary regiments,
more may be expected to follow the
example.
Year: 1861

G." If a man complains to you Of hi
wife,a woman of her husband, parent of
child, or a child of a parent, be very eau
tous how you meddle between such nea
relations, to blame the behavior of ont
to the other. You will only have the
hatred Of both parties, and do no good
with either. But this does not hinder
your giving both parties, or either, your
best advice in prudent manner.


sST If you fall into the greatest compa.
ny, in natural, unfolced way, look upon
yourself as one of them and do no!
sneak, nor suffer any one to treat yor
unworthily, without just showing that yor
know behavior. But if you see them
disposed to be rude, overbearing, OF
purse proud, it will be more decent and
less troublesome to retire, than to wrangIe
with them.


ca II at any time you chance in con-
versation to get on side of an argument
which you find not to be tenable, or any
other way overshoot yourself, turn of
the subject in as easy and good humored
a way as you can. If you proceed still,
and endeavor, right or wrong, to make
your fist point good, you will only en-
tangle yourself the more, and iG the end
expose yourself


a. There is no method more likely to
cure passion and rashness, than the fire.
uuent and attentive consideration o. ones
own weaknesses. This will work into
the mind an habitual sense of the need
one has of being pardoned, and will
bring down the swelling pride and obsti-
macy of heart, which are the cause Of
hasty passion.


ca If you happen to fall into compa-
ny where the talk runs into party, OBJ
,cenity, scandal, folly or vice of any
kind. you had better pass for morose or
nnsOcial, among people whose good oPin-
ion is not worth having, than shock your |
,wn conscience, by joining in converss-
ion which you must disapprOve of.


@ Learn in childhood, if you can,
hat happiness, which no riches and no
alone ever DO.
Year: 1861

One Saturday evening one of them
asked me to call and see him at his home
the next morning. | did so, and he
handed me Bible belonging to his mis-.
tress, who had died a few days before
and whose bier had helped to carry to
the family vault. He wanted me to read
to him the eleventh chapter of Daniel.
1t seemed that as one of the means of
keeping them quiet, the white clergy men
during the winter and spring had read
them some verses from it to show them
that the South would prevail, enforcing
passages which ascribed great dominion
to the liking of the SOUTH" and suppress
ing those which subsequently give su-
premacy to the "king of the NORTH" A
colored man who could read had found
the latter passages and made them
known. The chapter is dark with mys-
terry, and my auditor, quite perpIexed as
I rode on remarked, "the Bible is very
mysterious book" l read TO him also
the thirty-fourth chapter of Jeremiah,
wherein the sad prophet of Israel records
the denunciations by Jehovah of sword,
pesiilence and famine against the Jews
for not proclaiming liberty to their SER
wants and landmarks. He had not known
before, that there were such passages in
the Bible.


NEGRO REASONING.


The conversation of the contrabands
on their title to be regarded as freemen
showed reflection. When asked If they
Year: 1861

The election in this city yesterday for Delegates
to the State Convention, was one of the fairest
and most quiet and orderly ever held in this city.
Nothing worthy the name of difficulty occurred at
any of the polls, that we heard of. At most OF the
polls there were no crowds or any sign of excite
ment. The voters came up, voted; and went away
to attend to their other business.


The result of the election is most gratifying to
all true friends of the South, and it will send a
thrill of joy throughout the South. The Coopera-
ton party here has caused the South to look upon
New Orleans with doubt, and this doubt was very
reasonable, considering the cosmopolitan character
of the city, and the fact that the Cooperation, or
United Southern Action party, was headed, and
talked to, and led, by such men as Randell Hunt,
Pierre SoulG, and Thomas J. Durant, lawyers and
orators of renown, and for years among the fore
most men of Louisiana. The defeat of party
with such men as these at its head, gives signal
proof of the strength with which Southern feeling
has twined itself about the patriotic hearts of the
men of the South, in the present trying national
emergency.


The entire Secession Senatorial ticket for the
Convention was elected, and fifteen out OF the
twenty Secession Representative candidates were
elected.


The result will be definitely understood from the
following figures, correctly taken from the tally
lists as read out at the SherTs office last evening.
The names of the Secession candidates are marked
with a star. ~
Year: 1861

YESTERDAY. - We found nothing important
enough for special mention, in our round among
the police offices yesterday. The election on the
question of secession appeared to have put stop
per upon all petty excitements.


THE GLORIOUS EIGHTH.-There will be an unu-
sua zest in the public observance of this day. 1t is
the anniversary of the day when Jackson and the
brave men of the South and West humiliated a for
egn foe; and it is the day, when Louisiana will be
able to proclaim for the first time, clarion tones,
that she is ready to do greater battle than ever, in
opposition to the tanatical home foe-the Abolition
Year: 1861

legislation, Or to resign and leave clear field to
the opposition to pass such bills as they choose


1t is probable that the result of the caucus will
influence the action Of the States.
Year: 1861

+ The building of winter quarters is pro-
crossing rapidly and what looks very much
like new settlements are springing up on
all sides. The quarters are generally built
of boards. Some of them are very neat
structures, giving indications that the
builder had seen carpenters tools before
his present effort. The entire force here,
at Birds Point and Fort Holt will soon be
very comfortably honssd, Several steamers
have been and are still engaged in carrying
logs and lumber from various points above
for these building purposes. asa
Year: 1861

Some fears are entertained of an attack
on Fort Holt tonight by land force, in
conjunction with the gun-boats. Consider
able shot and ammunition is now being sent
over, and in ease of the rebels making their
appearance, they may receive reception
more warm than pleasant.
Year: 1861

The general monotony of the day was in


terrupted in measure, about 4 o'clock this


afternoon, by the information that another


flag of truce boat had appeared in the bend


below. As have already informed you by


telegraph, it appears that the irrepressible


jeff. Thompson desires to see his wife, and


hence the flag of truce. : do not know that


it is at all strange that JEFF. should desire to


see his better half, but the idea of his sup


posing that one of his d,des-de-camp would


be allowed to proceed all the way to St.
Joseph to get her, is little too pre-
posterous. Isn't it about time that such
humbugs should be absted While await
ing the action of General Halleck, this rebel
emissary is luxuriating at living, and for
aught know, riding, too, (mark that, oh,
virtuous administration ct government ex-