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Year: 1859

The Republican the White Mans


Party.


The Lebanon Star very truthfully re-
marks that "thore is nothing moro alb
surd and untrue than the charge made
by the Democracy that the Republicans
ignore the interests Of the white man,
and make the negro the only issue
The interest Of the white laboring man
is one of the fundamental principles
of our party, While the Democratic
party, gooded on by the interests Of slave
ry, labor to extend slavery and build up
the interests Of slavoocraoy at the oz-
pense Of the poor laboring man, the Re
publican party labor to stay it whore il
is, aud reserve the Territories fOr
homes for the free and Industrious
While the Republicans, in Congress,
we're laboriug to pass the Homestead
Bill giving a home to the landless
whites, the Democracy labored to defeat
it, and at the same time laboTing fOl
more slave territory that the niggerless
might have more niggors. Still the ne
grofobia Democracy claim that they arc
the only friends Of the white man, anC
charge that we are his enemies, and Civ
On over to the interests Of the negro
alone"
Year: 1859

We arc in possession of half a score
or more of letters from as many differ
ent farmers in the West, asking the
opinion Of the Press and Tribune as to
the prospective prices Of grain. While
we acknowledge the compliment paid to
the commercial character Of the paper
by the writer's, VIC must leave their in
quirios unanswered, except as we say
that prices will uuavoidably rule low
We advise no man to SELL no man to
hold on for a rise The wisdom of doing
the one thing or the other each produ-
ccr must decide for himself But we
entreat all who are harrassed by debt
to lose no time in disposing Of their
crops wheneversthey can do so, and Sc
cure for themselves the cost of produc-
tion and a living profit on their invest
ment. An easy conscience, and exemp-
ton from the visits of the constable or
sheriff, are more to be coveted than the
tip-top figure which all are anxious to
obtain. Beyond general answer like
the above, we have nothing for those
who have propoundod their inquiries in
this quarter; but our larmer lIlehus VIII
suffer us to say this; The pretencc
that prices are kept down by cOmbina.
tions Of spectators is the silliest twad
die in which sensible men can indulge
and the men who do not sell when they
might be paid a profit for their labor
alleging that the combination will bC
broken and larger prices obtained, are
deserving Of no commiseration excep
that which is always due to ignorance
The market rates Of the great staples
are influenced by causes which an army
of spectators, though each were
Rot6schild cannot control. Bear thi
in mind, and sell whenever you please
and at proat as large as you can get
TChicagO Tribune,
Year: 1859

WHEAT TURNING TO CHESS. This
interminable subject having again turn
cd up, we have received any amount OF
supposition and assertion. Our cores
pondent, "W. o. p, sent us a stool of
wheat and chess, which he thought
would fix us. To be sure the investi-
CATION would be fairly treated, we gave
the stool to Mr. Klippart, of the State
Board, who put it in a cup of water at
noon, and several hours after we exam
ined it together. The stool consisted of
four stalks Of wheat oncircling four
of chess, all seeming to spring from the
same root. Mr.. X. opened the circle
of wheat stalks and took out the stool
of chess, without breaking a fibre of
root, showing plainly that there was not
the least vital connection between the
roots of the wheat and the chess, but
that each had grown from its own seed;
and this is the result Of every such in
vestigation that we ever heard Of Ohio
CultivatOr.
Year: 1859




The LAND SLIDE. - From gentleman
who has visited the land slide near Buena
Vista Ranch, about which so much talk has
originated, we learn that some ten or twelve
inches of water are still running out of the
ground. A much larger stream burst out
of the hill into a claim at first. but it sub
sided in few hours to few inches. A
great quantity of quicksand is discharged
with the water making the stream appear
considerable larger than it would if the wa
ter were clear. The stratum of qulcksand
running out with the water has caused a
cAving in of large surface of the superin-
cumbent earth, but the damage to the ranches
in that vicinity is represented as triAing.


Two years ago, we think it was, similar
stream burst from the hills in the same vicin.
ity, but it was not accompanied by any other
unusual phenomena.-Nevada Journal, 4th.
Year: 1859

Oh, talk no more of roses glow,


Or through the groves thee perfume seek,
The silken veil aside but throw,


And gaze on lovely woman's cheek.
In her alone, oh still we find


Each gem of nature, each of art,
Yet what is more than all combined,


Is that soft passion in her heart.
Oh, that should then never know,


There still is something can feel,
IT'S woman makes the bosom glow,


IT'S woman makes the naughty kneel.
IT'S woman still that haunts the heart,


From rosy morn till blushing even,
And ne'er from woman can we part


Till backward roll the gates Of Heaven.
Zen then perhaps we may again


Meet with Earth's rarest friends above;
Why should the soul that thrObbed in clay
Throb less within the realms above?
Year: 1859

OII0 ASYLUM FOR lDIOTS.-ln Inc Superlnten-
dent reports the present number of pupils as
twenty six, being near donble the number re-
ceived during the first term. OF these Is are
from poor families, and are State beneficial
rles' while eight are supported either wholly
OF @ IN part by their friends. There are now
and others are being received in such nun
bers as to justify the belief of the permanence
and increasing usefulness of the Institution.


The pupils all exhibit well marked cases of
idocy, some of them of a less degree, and
must test thoroughly the capabilities of the
system adopted for their Improvement. A
majority have exhibited a marked change for
the better, few having advanced in the
simplest elements of an ordinary education
almost as rapidly as the majority of children,
and all having become more cleanly and trac-
table.
Year: 1859




From the DeSoto Columbian, Of the 18th, we ex.
tract The following


On Saturday we had fine rain, and another on
Monday. We learn from some Of our planters that
their corn, which was beginning to suffer much for
want of this refreshing element looks better and bids
fair to make good Yield. From others, who live at
greater distance from town, we learn that they
have not had rain sufficient to moisten the ground
more than an inch or two for four or ve weeks and
that unless they favored soon their crops both Of
cotton and corn, will be very short.


The Concordia Intelligencer, Of Friday last says
The late rains seem to have become general. All
our exchanges notice them predicting the most bene-
fetal results to the crops.


The ST Marys Banner Of Saturday has the follow.
ing:


During flying visit to our family in New Orleans,
via the Opelousas Railroad, took occasion to note
the general appearance OF the corn and cane crops on
the way The former, we are sorry to say is almost
perfect failure and neither rain sunshine or heavy
dews will do II any good The fields of cane though
backward, are more encouraging, and with favorable
weather IN the future, may possibly yet come out
In the end, and produce a medium CROP notwitb.
standing the late spring A large or even an aver
age crop is entirely out Of the question. We have
scarcely ever seen the cane small at this season Of
the year- The crop on the Magnolia Place. (AIrs.
Tanners at the Terrebonne station, and Of which
plaLtation our friend, Mr. John Harland is the man
ager, is the most forward crop on the entire line Of
the railroad.
Year: 1859




Il Clothing trade OF the West comparatively
of small amount, and confined almost eXclu-
sively a retail business in the larger towns and
cities alone Now this line of Goods has become
almost Indispensable part of the stock of every
general Dry Goods store from the crowded city to
the cross-rosd stand. Like all changes in trade,
however this one has not been produced except for
the best of reasons. Among these are the great
saying Of material by cutting large quantity OF
garments tOgether-the superior work and speed OF
sewing machines in manutacturing-th great saw
ing of time in waiting for your turn at the Tai
lers-the uncertainty of even then getting salts
factory ''ft, and above all the saving of at least
oe-hdLf the cost of the garment in the price. For
n number Of years this has only been part of our
general Dry Goods business, but have made
arrangements to devote whole house eXclu-
sTeIy to it alone with such lines of Notions and
Furnishing Goods viii be necessary and desirable
in that trade Belle wing that the true interest of
the trade will be to sustain in this enterprise,
we would espectfuily announce that We now have
on hand one Of the largest and most desirable
stocks of WELL MADE CLOTHING that
ever offered TO the trade of the West.


We respectfully solicit call from all our old
friends and the trade generally. We charge moth
ing for shogiRg goods, and not much if you bay
them. We are prepared TO sell to all prompt-tnle
buyers low.as any house in the trade. A liberal
discount also made all cash sales.


WM. L. FRENCH & CO.,


sep3 No 20 maip street.
Year: 1859

How VICTORIA TRAINS HER CHILDREN
A primary regard is paid to moral and re-
ligious duties. They rise early, breakfast at
eight, and dine at two. Their various oc-
cupations are allotted out with almost mill
tary exactness. One hour finds them en-
gagged in the study Of the ancient-another
of the modern authors, their acquaintance
ship with the languages being first founded
on a thorough knowledge of their gram
matical construction, and afterwards farnili-
arized and perfected by conversation. Next
they are trained in those military exercises
which give dignity and bearing. Another
hour is agreeably filled up with the lighter
accomplishments of music aed dancing.
Again the happy little party assemble in
the riding school, where they may be seen
deeply interested in the various evolutions
of the menage. Thence while drawing
and the further exercise of music and the
lighter accomplishments, call off the atten-
ton of their sisters - the younger Princes
proceed to busily engage themselves in a
carpenter shop, fitted up expressly for them,
at the wish of the royal coasort, with a
turning lathe and other tools essential to a
I'll, rough knowledge of the craft. They
thus early become, not only theoretically,
but practically acquainted with the useful
arts of life. A small laboratory is occasion
ally brought into requisition, at the instance,
also, of their royal father, and the minds of
the children are thus led up from contem-
plation of the curiosities of clinical science
and the wonders of nature, to an inquiry
into their causes. This done, the young
carpenters and students throw down their
saws and axes, unbuckle their philosophy,
and shoulder their miniature percussion
guns-which they handle with the dexteri-
ty of practiced sportsmen-for a shooting
stroll through the royal gardens. The eve
ming meal, the preparation for the morning
lessons, and a brief religious instruction,
! close the day.
Year: 1859

na-A batchelor friend of ours, who went
for a week to Brighton, left a boarding
house, in which there was number of old
maids, on account of " the miserable fare
set before him at the table"
Year: 1859

Also, have few of these celebrated Machines'
They are just what every Farmer wants Inc com
pact arrangement OF different parts OF this machine,
the great simplicity Of its construction the strength
and durability Of its workmanship, tne small amount
Of power il takes TO it, together with its effective
operation in threshing and cleaning, at least much
grain of any kind as any other four or six horse
chine now In use combine to justify us in believing
that It cannot fail al 1t becomes known, to be the most
useful and popular machine in the country The CYL
twenty four inches in length Each of the Ohio Ma
chimes have Trucks, Horse-Power, Levers, and the
usual amount Of extras


We can safely recommend present lot Of Thresh-
ing Machines being the best that have ever been inn
ported as they were all made to order. Give us u
call before buying.


THOS. OGG SHAW,


.Rk Sacrn ant n atrent.
Year: 1859

THE LETTER OF MR ARTHUR CARRorL- We commence, this week, the publication of the letter of Mr. Carroll, and will give the remainderin our next. Though lengthy, 1t will amply repay perusal, and though evidently written off-hand, 1t shows thought and close reasoning. It will be seen that he takes up the positions assumed by Mir. Hindman, demonstrates their unsoundness and by the warmth of a vigorous intellect, disperses the mist thrown around the oues- tions discussed Mr. Carroll has happv knack of seizing upon the salient points of an argument and if it is unsonnd to demol- ish it at once. It will be seen there is no lodging, no trying to avoid direct issue, no mere denials without proof, but he marches steadily to the solution of ques- tion on the line of fair argument. We especially commend his letter to the per diemistS as the most conclusive article that has yet been written on the subject The communication IS manly, straight-for- ward, logical one, and its publication at this time will be of advantage to the good cause of democracy and demonstrate the ability of its author
Year: 1859

A NEW CoUNTERFEIr-A new counter felt ten dollar bill on the Canal Bank of New Orleans, has just made its appearance. The scrip lettering is rather clumsy and unartistic. In the counterfeit the " Els in dollars" touch each other, which is not the case in the genuine. The last |" O. in ''con- stitution," over the figure on the right hand, is smallar than the 'n,;" and the "s' in Edison, on the imprint, is larger than the "o," which is not the case in the genuine. The lathe-work on the ends has a grained appearance, as if etched; and can easily be seen by even an unpractised eve, by a com parison with dies on any good note." The edge of sheet of 'paper laid so as just to touch the back of the letter ' B'' in Bank, will leave in the counterfeit, the white cor her of the building visible, while the same process on the genuine leaves only the outer column exposed. In the genuine note a person is ascending the steps between the middle of the columns of the building and near the left hand column, while In the counterfeit it is very indistinct, and IS near est the right hand column.

 The bill is will calculated to deceive any one not knowing that such counterteits are in circulation, but the above differences will enable the observer easily to detect the counterfeit.

 We learn that large amounts of this spurious money have been passed in Mont gomery, and Selma, Ala, and 1t Is also probable in other places Erchange.
Year: 1859

The owner must then set aside the action of the court in adjudging the assessment list and at every step will be met by statutes framed especially for the benefit of pur- chasers of forfeited lands.

 If the tax-book is in the nature of an ex ecution, the order of the county court upon the assessment list is in the nature of a judgment. In another suit, in another court, can it be pleaded that the judgment of the county court was erroneous and 1t be set aside, without being appealed from or brought up directly for revision?
Year: 1859

The time is rapidly approaching when the people will be called on to nominate candidate for Congress in the southern con gressional district have been so often in terrogated as to whether l would permit the use of my name, by my friends in connec- tion with that office, that feel I am just- fled in publicly announcing, 1 have no as pirations for that or any other public po- sition.

 Thoroughly devoted to the democratic par ty and its principles, because believe them to be right, and national and conservative, l shall ever feel a deep interest in its tr- umphs, and will be found doing battle for its success, as a private in the ranks. Most thankful to the people and my friends who have manifested solicitude for my advance ment in public life, I remain as ever

 Their friend and ob't serv't,

 T. B. FLOURNOY.
Year: 1859

SPADRA COAL. Some of this coal, so favorably written of in the report of Dr. Owen, tho State geologist, was sent to this point. Our readers at distance will be surprised to learn that with the abundance of coal in our vicinity, this lot sold for fifty cents bushel of sixty pounds, or for more than eighteen dollars a ton. Even at that price, it is believed to be cheaper than wood, at the prices now asked for it, being from two dollars to four dollars a load. This coal burns freely, is free from slate and makes but few ashes. Good coal can be delivered here at from eight to ten dollars a ton and money made by the operation. There is a fine opening in this state for experienced coal miners and fortunes to be made at the business.
Year: 1859

TIE RIVER. The river is quitsSlow for this time of the year. Only the smaller boats can get up to Van Buren and Fort Smith, Between this point and the mouth, of the river, besides the regular packets, boats are constantly running. The trade was never before so large or brisk as during this season.
Year: 1859

MR. EDITOR: In response to call made upon me to become candidate for Mayor, at the ensuing election, I herewith tender my thanks to those who offered me their support, and respectfully decline to com ply with their request, upon the ground that if elected could not possibly serve.

 Respectfully,
Year: 1859

We believe Indiana has furnished few
er prodigies than any State in the Union


We have never had ten legged calf, nor
four logged chicken, nor doubled head
ell baby. A double egg, and the Black
ford county double bow-knot rattlesnake,
aannh,lieve, have hitherto constituted the
whole s6lotA- property in the way of won
ders. But recently we have found anoth-
or, and one worthy to rank with any OF
the prodigies that have made fuss in the
world. We have Hoosier Drummer Boy
who can beat the celebrated "Infant Drum
mer." and give him odds, aud who is so
little that his drum sticks are as long as
his legs, and as big as his arms, or near it.
He is hardly more than six years old, not
large for his age. and as childish a child
as ever livel. There is no preternatural
maturity about him. He is simply little
boy with wonderful natural perception OF
''time," and power to mark it on the
drum. He can beat the drum, not with
the mere imitation of the excellence of a
practiced drummer as we sometimes see
children initiate the actions of men, clev-
erly enough to laugh at, but no more, but
as accurately, rapid and with as much
stirring effect as the best drummer in the
army. We douot if there be many who
are so good. We have heard him several
times, and we know that he can beat his
father who is an experienced drummer,
as un6lial as il itlcoks. So no doubt thought
the large audience that witnessed his per-
formance on Tuesday night at Masonic
Hall. If their applause could be taken as
any indication oftheir feelings they certain
ly voted the "Hoosier boy" the greatest
curiosity of the season. 1t was a very
successful display to commence tho series
ofexhibitions with which we understand
it is contemplated to give not only in this
State. but all over the country. 1t was a
sort ofrcvelation of a wonder, right in our
midst, grown up among us, unmarked and
unnoticed, while it surpassed all that was
ever brought here from abroad, that was
well calculated to create an enthusiastic
feeling. We commend to our cotempora-
ries, wherever they may go. the "Hoosier"
boy, Ira P. Keely. and his father.-Lad.
Joxr.
Year: 1859

ity when the simple cooperation of n man,
on ground of bcnevolence, is made to sig
Nifty more than his whole regular life
work.





If tears could wash away from Mr..
Parker's eyes the hindrances, that he
might behold Christ as behold and adore
him, l would shed them without reserve.
If prayers could bring to him this vision
of glory, beyond sights Of philosophy,
would for him besiege the audience cham
Der of heaven with an endless procession
Of prayers, until another voice sounding
forth from another light brighter than the
noon day sun, should cast down another
blinded man. to be lifted up an Apostle
with inspired yisionl


But since | may not hope so to pre-
vail, at least will carry him in my heart.
| will cordially work with him when
can, and be heartily sorry whenever | can
not.


While we yet write. word comes that
Mr.. Parker, broken down by overlabor,
seeks rest and restoration in a warmer
cline. Should these lines reach his eye,
let him know that one heart at least re-
members his fidelity to man, in great pub
lie exigcncies when so many swerved. OF
whom he had right to expect better
things. God shield him from the ocean.
the storm, the pestilencee; and heal him of
lurking disease And there shall be one
Christian who will daily speak his name
to the heart ofaiod in earnest prayer, that
with health of body he may receive upon
his soul the greatest gift of God-faith in
jesus Christ as the Divine Savior of the
world.
Year: 1859

at the funeral of little babe in New
Sharon, a few days since. says the Gospel
Banner, circumstance occurred, remark
ably cheering and suggestive:


The child, all beautifully robel for the
grave was laid in its coffin on the morning
Of its burial. The weeping friends placed
in its little hands small boquet of Aow
ers, among which was an unopened rose
bud of the Rose Of Sharon" The li,l
was then placed upon the coffin and the fu-
neral services performed When after a
lapse Of not more than two or three hours.
the coffin was opened again and the friends
gathered round to look upon it for the last
time, that bud had become a full blown
rosa, while grasped in the cold hand Of
death. 1t seemed as though voice came
up from those beautifully sealed lips say
ing. "Weep not for me; though broken
from the parent stem. am blooming in
the Paradise of God. Millions of infant
souls compose the family above"
Year: 1859

EF Barebones. the chivalric editor OF
the I'D. 4. s." seeing that he is bound to
loose his skunk hide soon proposes to pre-
sent it to us to make cap out Of. He. no
doubt, in his vanity. imagincs it to be
very pretty and valuable, and thinks tue Of
fer of it will proptiate us somewhat. and
induce us to be more lcnient toward him.
Some skunk hides. such as are free from
the animals odor, sell for dime in Chica-
go. but we cannot say what one that has
been full of whiskey for some time past
would be worth or what it would be fit for