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Year: 1863




Antioch College ia situated at Yellow
srings, near Xenia. II is therefore near
nyten md many Of its students are from
TIT place Not long since 5 girl-half
ImiaD-spplied for admission to ths Col
lee and having the requisite gualifoa-
tios, was admitted. twas noised around
tllai mulatlo girl had been admitted.
The students Of pro-slavery training we're
in asoment Such thing was base out
rage; hey would not stay in the same
school With the innocent offender. They
threatened to leave the school il the girl
was suffered to remain. They thought
themselves Of 70 much importance that for
the sake Of compromising with them the
girl would be SEMI away. They were mis-
taken for she remained. Seeing their
folly the most Of them apOlogized, gave a
gromise Of better behavior in future aud
were permitted to return The Faculty
say that no aristOcracy of wealth, sect, sex,
or condition nor complexion, has ever been
established there to exclude any student Of
good morales and competent attainments
from the privileges of the school


This senseless prejudice against the ne
gro bears its absurdity upon its face, as
well as its great injustice. The great
complaint is of negro equality" Now,
if the negro is an inferior race, as the
very Objectors to an equality generally as
serti there is nqz danger Of our schools
mixing him an equal if not, then every
consideration Of fairness and justice de-
mauds that he be educated to the full de-
veiopments of his powers. The slave
States pass laws that the slave shall not
be taught to read, in the fear if he is SO
taught. he will show an equality with the
white. 1t is too much the fashion Of the
North to crush the negro down, to grind
him with the heel of oppression, to tie him
down by social and legislative enactments,
and to shut the door of all usefulness
against him, and then curse him for a
brute and an ignOramus.


The time is coming when this cruel
wrong will be remedied when the negro
will stand forth what he is and not what
generations sofiron-handed oppression have
made him. When that Is done, we can
adopt the oft-repeated advice of the pro-
slavery party, and drop the everlasting
negro" for he will then be able to pick
himself up.
Year: 1863

DIv1NG ron SwoRD.-This morning one
of the Michigan Cavalrymen lost his sword
in the river. A diver who was on the dock
dove for it aud brOhghtituP. He wanted
two dollars for the job and the Oavalryman
told him to keep the sword
Year: 1863

Last Night of the Bells.--The Peak
Family will give their third and last enter
tinmept at Huston Hall this evening. We
need not recommend them to the public here,
for they have made themselves general favor
ties Go tonight and hear the Bells for the
last time To those who have not heard the
Peak Family, we say-go, by all means, to-
night
Year: 1863

Fruit and Frost.-An old Fruiterer, for
whose opinion and experience we have great
respect, has giving us theory with regard to
"Fruit and Frost" he assures us that a
frost in the light Of the moon will not kill
the fruit buds. And he says that according
to this sign, we may reasonably hope that the
fruit will escape this season, for the full moon
will be around in few days, and will proba-
bly, remain bright until after the frost has
concluded to haul OF until next fall We
will watch this matter with great deal Of
interest. r.Uf.
Year: 1863




National Fast-To-morrow Thursday,
April Both, 1868, has been named by Presi-
dent Lincoln as National Fast Day and
he requests all persons TO observe it by alb
staining from business pursuits, attending
public worship, and by humiliation, fasting
.s@ssa prayer. This proclamation is ostensibly
made with the hope that such observance Of
the day will have the effect of propitating
the Divine Favor, and secure the remission
Of the National Transgressions,


Those who have Faith In this manner Of
atoning for individual and national sin, will
doubtless observe the Presidents require
ment with the sincerity and earnestnesa the
Importance and sacredness Of the occasion
imposes upon them. We offer no word Of
Encouragement TO a full and faithful dis
charge Of these solemn duties This is a
matter Of Conscience; it is question be-
tween Man and his Creator, and we have no
right as we have no disposition, to tamper
with or control it. No earthly power has the
right to call il in question We encourage
siIHere desire on the part of The People
to do and act the part which, in the light of
their conscienees, they deem proper and
right--how and henceforth, on fast days and
all other days for "all days are alike in the
sight Of the Lord fac, which seems to
have become tao generally overlooked or for
gotten, VI


II is reasonable to suppose that great
many persons will fail TO see this matter ia
the same light with those who agree with the
President; and they are doubtless equally sin.
cere, But while they have the right to think
about this matter as seemeth them proper,
decent regard for the propreties of this great
solemn public occasion calls for at least an
outwarl observance Of the day. It strikes
us that all can unite on this common ground,
leaving details to be carried ont by individu.
al convictions Of duty and proprisly,


The Mayors Proclamation will be found in
another place, We especially hope that his
request in regard to the closing Of drinking
houses, and places Of public resort and
amusement, win be complied with There
will be service in the Churches al the usnal
hours Tomorrow morning ns
Year: 1863

The Santa Fe New Mexican copies an article
from our columns regarding the Smoky Hill
Route, and asks for more information concerning
it, saying that the merchants of Santa Fe will
not be slow to avail themselves of its advantages,
If they find them to be such. Since the article
above alluded to appeared in our columns, we
have published several statements in respect to
the advantages which we claim for this route
over others. and from which the New Mexican
can gain an idea of the benefits to be derived BY
following it. In order that the people of New
Mexico may not be misled, but be prepared to
act on their own judgement in casting aside the
old road for the new, we would advise those Of
her citizens who contemplate visiting the States,
to buy tickets only to Fort Larned, where they
can connect with the Kansas Stage Line over the
Smoky Hill Route, and be able to test for them.
selves its superiority.
Year: 1863

The contest of Messrs. Watson and Cobb, re.
specting the Chief Justiceship, is still pending
before the Supreme Court. When decision
will be arrived at it is difficult to even surmise
In the meantime, Mr.. Cobb, the appointee of
Governor Robinson, will fill the position.


The Constitution of the State provides for
filing any vacancy that may occur in any judi
ciat Office by appointment by the Governor,
when such vacancy occurs more than thirty days
previous to general election. By the terms of
the Constitution the people at the next general
election are to fill said vacancy. But the con.
test arises from the fact that Judge Ewing did
not resign the position thirty days previous to
last falls election, and hence very plausible
quibble exists to give the position to Cobb, the
appointee, over Watson, the choice of the people
It 10 therefore probable that the decision will be
in favor of Cobb.


The Republican State Central Committee, at
its late meeting in Leavenworh, authorized its
Chairman to call a meeting, after a decision is
given. to take into consideration the subject Of
nominating . Chief Justice. We will speak on
the contingency that Cobb is the successful one
in the pending case. An election of q Chief
Justice next fall, then, becomes necessary.


For this position, We would bring forward
D. P. LOWE. Of Linn county. Judge LOWE, being
modest, straightforward unassuming man. has
no claim other than competence. He is not an
intriguing wire-puller-his first appearance in
our State politics being last fall, when he was
cent to the Senate. where his legal knowledge
and mental abilities soon made him leader of
that body. If any political action of his were
wanting to fit him, then his refusal to accept
nomination of the Boilers last fall, would make
up the deficiency. This position should not be
one Of favor, but one of merit He il the best
man in the State for the position, and we hope
that instead of pensioning off some weashercock
With it. Judge LOWE may be chosen a. our Chief
Justice. ab .-.
Year: 1863

The DRAFT.-The Conservative says that all
the enrolling officers of the State have now
been appointed, and the preliminary work will
soon begin here as elsewhere. The best way
to "come in out Of the draft" is to join the
cavalry regiment now being raised by General
Blunt. You will save your bounty, and enjoy
many privileges not given to conscripted SOL
diers.
Year: 1863

PADDY HAYES AND THE TURTLE.
New York, man was carrying live
turtle along the street, when along came
an Irishman, followed by large dog
The countryman tried by gentle words
to get the son of Emerald to Tut his fin
ger in the turtles mouth, but he was too
smart for that.


But says he, I'll put my dogs tail
in, and see what the beast will do


He Immediately called up his dog
took his tail in his hand and stuck it in
the turtles mouth. He had scarcely got
it in when Mr.. Turtle shut down on the
poor dogs tail, and off the latter started
at railroad speed, pulling the turtle after
him at more rapid rate than ever it
had travelled before. The countryman
thinking his days work would be thrown
away if the animal should run at that
speed, turned with savage look upon
the Irisman and exclaimed:


Call back your dog


Patrick put his hands into his pockets,
threw his head to one side winking, and
then answered with provoking sang
froid:


Call back your fish,
Year: 1863

That life is uncertain, and death unavoid-
able, is a maxim which though all admit to
he true, all seem willing TO forget 1t is a
maxim which has been so often reiterated


that none can he ignorant Of it-and II any
were disposed to disregard it, the perpetual
occurrence of its fulfllncnt might be sulfi-
cient for its establishment as an eternal
truth Granting, then that it be true, it is
not matter of such consequences as to de-


mand cur serious attention? Can any one


bestow on it even the slightest consideration,


without feeling its importance, without per-
cciving that, regarding it merely as relating


to complete removal from this world, and
all its concerns, independently of the reward
or punishment which is to follow, it is a


point of tie utmost Importance? Can any
one reflect, as on matter Of no concern, on
the being separated from all those whom he


is beloved? Can he disregard the tears which
will burst from tho bosoms Of those whom


fillial or fraternal affection have bou d to


him? Can be think unmoved, that he will
no more augment their joy, OF soothe their
grief? that whatever Ganser may threaten


them, lie can no longer lend his assistance to
avert it? and whatever blessings may conjin
to make them happy, will be embittered by
the reflection that lie is not sliarer in them?


He who can think on this without emotion,


is no more or less than man. Yet these
are the consequences of that event, the oc-
currence of which to every one is certain
and the period to which it shall take place
is unknown. Can it be denied, then, that
this is matter demanding our most serious
attention? But the departure from this
world, however affection or friendship may
endear it to us, must ever be considered, by
the virtuous, as a cause of joy, since it re-
moves them from regions of darkness and of
sin, to realms of light and purity. Sure,
then, he who wishes to make even bis death
contribute TO the happiness of those whom
he loved while living, will so conduct him
self in this life, as to leave no anxious doubt
ings on their minds, with respect to his wei
fare ia the life eternal He will act So that
at the end he may look back with tranquili-
ty, and forward with rapture-without re-
gret for the past, or fear for the future. But
the disposition of mind necessary for the at
tainment of life, productive of this desira-
ble conclusion cannot be acquired except by
a frequent and serious consideration, ard a
firm conviction, the highest incentive to viz
tue would be wanting. H. is, then not only
the duty but interest of every one to reflect
in n manner suitable to the Importance OF
the subject, on the uncertainty Of the pres
sent life, and on consequent necessity Of be-
ing prepared for the change which we know !
must take place, at some period. how near
or how remote we are, by an all-wise Proyi-
dence, kept ignorant. Nor can the wisdom
which dictates this concealment be impeach-
ed. Were the time at which our dissolution
should occur known to us, its remoteness, il
distant. would breed indolent security-or
its suddenness, If near, occasion terrors,
which would prevent preparation for it.
Year: 1863

In the sixth century, one of the An
glo-Saxon potentates of that age who
died shortly after marrying a young
wife on his death bed required his eldest
son to marry his step-mother, so she
should not lose the dignity of queen
The young man refused because he had
already a sweetheart, but his father
forced him to swear he would do it, un-
der penalty of death The old king
died. and the son married his step-moth-
er. But the sweetheart of the prince,
who was herself princess Of some pow
er, demurred to the arrangement, and
made war upon her lover, assisted BY
her brother, (King of East England. }
The young king thus menaced. marched
against his old sweetheart but was de-
feated in battle, and in fight was cap
tured by his conquers, bound, and
brought before his offended mistress with
view to execution. She covered him
with reproaches for his breach of faith,
but offered to spare his life on condition
that he would Immediately repudiate his
step mother and marry her. 1t is un-
necessary to add that the young king
preferred this arrangement to any of the
numerous modes of execution at that
time prevalent. that the step-mother was
packed off to her father, the French
king, and that the young couple were
duly married, and lived happily ever af.
forwards.
Year: 1863

BY FINLEY JOHNSON.
Turn not away with scornful lips,
From this, our sad appeal,
We only crave that sympathy,


Which all mankind should feel,
And if you deem the iron chain
OF poverty, of woe;
That weighs upon our care worn iraheS'
Has made our minds as low;
Remember that the tender bud,
The blossom that you slight,
Shoots upwards from fertile bed
And struggles for the light.
The world has said that those who toll,
Cannot to greatness rise,
But know you not, the lark, though smaih
Can mount up to the skies;.
And they wEo say that poor mems hearts
Contain hut seeds of i'll,
Have they by kindness ever strovc
To gain the heart and will;
If not, then recollect that gems,
The brightest and most rare;
Are found in mines beneath the earth,
And need an artists care,
And tina. when brought unto the light,
They rough and rugged seem;
Until by skillful, tutored hands


They in their brightness CLEAN.
They who have never felt each care,
That unto want belongs;
Have never felt their crushing weight,
How can they know our wrongs;
We have seen our children want for bread
Yet kept them free from SIM
Have felt the ours, Of poverty


Our humble homes within,
And we have prayed most fcrvently,
Unto our God alone,
To shed abroad in human hearts,
The attributes Of love;
And as our brother man shall gaze


Within our humble door;
That we shall by the misery there,
Show mercy to the poor.
Year: 1863

A man, who don't believe the world
is growing better, says the time may
come when the lion and the lamb shall
lie down together; bnt, if it does, the
lamb will be inside of the lion.
Year: 1863

The time has arrived when the manage
ment of our local affairs should only be en-
trusted to men having a permanent inter-
est in the country There is no other
means by which the finances of the county
can be corrected, and its credit raised to
the standard which it ought to occupy. 1t
is quite impossible to do this if the county
treasury is to be annually depleted by de-
faulting officers, as heretofore; and unless
the strictest inquiry is made into the COM
potency and integrity of candidates for the
county officers, we are likely to have rep
etition of past performances. We conjure
citizens to give this matter their most ear
nest attention from this time until the cleo
ton. Let those gentlemen who are candi-
dates for positions in the county govern
ment, let the fact be known from this time
until the election, and if any name is
sprung upon the people at the eleventh
hour let the owner of it be defeated, on the
broad general principle that there must be
something wrong when any such trick is
played. There is no impropristy in any
citizen presenting his name for considera-
ton in connection with any public Office /;
and it is right and proper that an honor
able and competent citizen should be an Of
fce-seeker if he so chooses.


We shall observe with pleasure that
many of our best citizens are office-seekers,
after the manner which we describe, at the
next election; and by this new mode of
ofice-seeking it is to be hoped that profess
sional ofice-seeking will be done away
with.


If we can get board of County Com
missioners of high intelligence, joined to
good character, with able and honest exec
utive officers, the county of Walla Walla
may extricate itself from all its difficulties
in another year; pay off the little legacy
arising from past mismanagement, and ere
ate the appliances necessary to repress
crime in our midst, besides carrying on
many needed public improvements.


But such state of things can never hap
pen; it must be brought about by labor
and vigilance. 1t will pay all who are per-
manently interested in the country to take
part in the operations necessary to cor
rect the abuses and mismanagement of pub
! lie affairs,
Year: 1863

The mail route No. 5,282 runs from
this city to Vancouver, once week. The
contract runs from January lst 1868 to
January lst 1866. The compensation is
not mentioned in the public notice Of the
Post Master General. From Vancouver to
the Dalles there is already a tri-weekly
mail, and from Dalles to this point a semi
monthly mail. This Vancouver and Walla
Walla mail passes over the same route in
a closed bag, and takes no way matter. 1t
renders no service which the other line can
not, except that it is supposed to come once
a week from Dalles instead of twice a
month bnt in fact it does not come in the
schedule time, and is generally entrusted to
some passenger aboard of the river steam
ers, or sent through as it may chance to be
convenient. How such an abuse Of the
Postal system has been so long tolerated
can only be explained by the fact that
Charles Watrous loaS our Postal Agent.
The money which escapes by this leak in
the Postal Department, would, if it were
added to the semi-monthly route from here
to the Dalles, give us tri-weekly mail, con-
Meeting with the Dalles and Portland tri-
weekly mail Representations to this effect
have been made to the Department.
Year: 1863

A GooD WORD FOR THE DoN.-If Don
Juan Scrantio should indeed be the choice
of the people of Idaho for Delegate to
Congress, he would be able to instruct the
people of the East how to cook clans ala
Ingin, as they do on the 'lovely shores of
Puget Sound" This is about the only
accomplishment the Dou can boast, unless
it is the remarkable quality he possesses
of stunning himself with the clOochman
for hours together, without descending in
the scale of virtue in thought, word, deed,
or action
Year: 1863

The SOUND MAIL.-Frequent complaints
are made in relation to the transmission of
mail matter from this place to the Sound.
1t appears as if the bags we've frequently
cached for weeks on the route, and as
much as month is frequently required to
transmit the paper-mail to Olympia. In
fact the mail facilities to and from this
place are not half what the Government
pays for or what the people ought to have.
Whether the fault is with contractors or
the Post masters below, we do not decide.
Year: 1863

THE CANYON CREEK RoUTE.-Parties
who have attempted to go from the Dalles
to Auburn and Boise ria the Canyon creek
route have been compelled to retnrn and go
the upper roads. The mountains between
Canyon creek and Auburn are yet impassa-
bic on account Of snow.
Year: 1863

For some time after the Pacific city scheme
was started, the people of this place were much
agitated and it may be truthfully said they were
scared out of years growth by their apprehen-
sions that Portland would cave in This futter
has now subsided, and property holders cease to
trouble themeclves about the growth of the place
at the mouth of the river. The fact is that there
does not appear to be any bottom to the Pacific
city scheme, and it is likely to furnish another
paper city TO the coast, and nothing more. 1t is
a very significant fact, that Pacific city is along
side ofCape disappointment, and that alone should
discourage Its projectors
Year: 1863

The latest steamer arrivals bring considerable
numbers of Calfornians, bound for the Oregon
and Washington mines but i. is not likely that
the wild rush of last year will be repeated.


Business is dull, and cash buyers are as scarce
as true piety at a whisky shop. REGULAR.
Year: 1863

CONsPIRAcY.-A conspiracy to seize
Mare Island Navy Yard on the 30th of
March, has been discovered. The parties
designed to seize the navy yard first and
then take the steamer Saginaw and over
power Alcatraz Island. No arrests have
been made; but the greatest vigilance is
exercised and the Benicia arsenal is strong
ly guarded
Year: 1863

"To and fro, breathe and blotO


Telling tale of Idaho


If blowing about Idaho does not mean
Don Scrantio, we would really like to
know who else it can mean IT.? for every one
knows that he is the only blower upon that
suhiect,
Year: 1863

The reason for suggesting stranger Dons and
Alonzos is that the originals are so well known
that they would not be believed, even if they
stumbled" on the truth, and are totally incompe-
tent to deceive the public.
Year: 1863

OVER THE TRAIL.-Travel has COM
menced over the trail from this city to
Grand Ronde valley. The trail is report
ed in a good condition, and from henceforth
will most likely be the only travelled route
by parties going from here to the Mines
The bridge across the Grand Ronde river
is completed. This route shortens the
distance from Walla Walla to Auburn
about forty miles the total distance being
from los 10 110 miles.
Year: 1863

For THE PLAINs.-The military movement for
the plains and Boise will probably take place in
about twenty days. We understand that two
companies are expected up from Fort Dalles to
relieve the companies at this post. There will
probably not be more than two companies here
during the summer.