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Year: 1870

.-- by the Democracy of Ohio.


This massive testimonial is a solid proof
Of the sincere regard in which Medary
was held by the thousands who knew him
as an earnest, honest and upright journal
ist, and admired him for the fearlessness
with which he defended what he consid-
cred to be right. 1t is tribute to virtues
that are at once precious and rare. The
monument was erected by the political and
personal friends OF the deceased states
Is45 a and the voluntary contributors to
the testimonial will feel a sense of gratifi-
cation in learning that their tribute to
the memory Of a good and true man has
been embodied in enduring marble.
Year: 1870

About four years ago an eccentric person.
age, who follows the pursuit of bird catching,
purchased small plot OF land on the eastern
side of Nunhead cemetery, near London,
England. Here be resolved 10 build a good
sized six,roomed house with his own hands,
He has been his own architect, his own brick
layer, his own laborer, his own joiner, his own
plumber and glazler, and, what is still more
strange, has built the house without one par
tlcle OF scaffolding, and even carried his own
bricks from the maker by the armful as he
was able to afford them. The work is said to
appear very substantial, and to do him great
credit. During the operations he has been
ilvlng in small brick hut, built by himself on
the plot at the outset, in company with a ut
tie son and loquacious parrot. He probably
thought himselfa second Crnsoe on an unin-
habiled island, and behaved as such.
Year: 1870

IF report be true one need go no further
than Boston to find case OF polygamy. An
ex'army surgeon is reported 10 be in full pos
session of two wives. unexpectedly brought to
an acquaintance of their relationship, aud so
amiable as to make the best OF circumstances.
and to dwell together in unity aud in the
JOINT care OF joint stock of children. So far
the honse is large enouge to hold them both.
and they live in the harmony of latter-day
saints in like circumstances.
Year: 1870

This Celebrated Brand of Flour,


ExOM CHOICE WHEAT,
crop OF 1870, is sale at all first class retail Flour
stores. Try it and you will get very White Flour OF
must excellent Qualty oc1dd3w
Year: 1870

THE COMMITTEES ON ELECTIONS was entitled
to the floor to-day in the House, but Mr. Paire,
the chairman Of the committee, yielded in order


to allow the Committees on Public Lands and
Patents each one hour to dispose of their bust
ness. A number OF bills were reported from the
first named committee and passed That which
excited most discussion was bill to conArm the
title of Mr.. Hutchtngs and another settler TO a
section Cf land in the Yosemite Valley in Cali
fornia. The hi i was opposed on the ground that
1t would d.tract from the beauty Of the valley
which WIS specially reserved to be preser we'd in
as ate OF nature. The bill was tabled by vote
portion Of the valley should be used for private
purpoSeS.
Year: 1870

SUMNER RBLIGIoN.-sThe devil has no vaca-


ton," is the startling theory advanced by the
editor Of the NefkOd.st in the last number OF that
paper; and erguing from that assert on hs
proceeds TO dcclaim against the prevalent
Year: 1870

THIS BEING THE FIRST of the last ten days OF
the session OF Congress, motions to suspend the
rules in the Horse are now in order until the
day OF adjournment. In one case to .dly ad
vantage was taken of this to attempt to put one
bill through without debate.
Year: 1870

OF Ice seems TO be tending to an sorts Of incon-
veniences and public deprivations. 1t Is said
mat VIII soon lead to partial stoppage Of the
keep the milk sweet while on its way TO this
city, and after reaching the chief depots. is
very large, and the present cost DESTROYS the
profits to An extent beyond endurance.
Year: 1870

VALUABLE CEMENr.-Simple pure
white lead, or zinc-white ground in Gil,
and used very thick, is an excellent
cement for mending broken crockery-
ware; but it takes very long time to
harden sufficiently. The best plan is
to place the mcnded article in some
storeroom, and not to look after it for
several weeks, or even months. After
that time it will be so firmly united
that, if ever again broken, it will not
part on the line of the former fracture.
Year: 1870

HEAVENLY v1s1rANrs.- need
not doubt the fact that angels whose
home is heaven visit oar earth and
bear apart in our transactions and We
have good reason to believe, that, if We
obtain admission into heaven, we shall
still have opportunity, not only to re-
turn to earth, but to view the opera
ton Of God 10 distant spheres, and be
his ministers in other worlds.
ming.
Year: 1870




Take twenty boys Of sixteen, in our or any
town in the State, and let them 60 to work,
three Or four in a dry goods store, boot and
shoe establishments, and printing offices. In
ten years they will have become men Of twen-
ty-six, and the majority of them will then be
about as far along in the business as they
ever will be. One or two only in each Of the
above branches, will be established in bust
ness for themselves or connected with some
firm doing good business, and the rest will
be barely getting living and growing about
their poor luck. Now we assert that there is
good reason fer their poor success, and that
" luck has bu, little if anything at all to do
with it,


five take the trouble to ascertain the real
facts in their several cases, we shall find that
those young men who became masters in their
trades or leading men in their pursuits, were
not afraid to work, and were determined to
succeed. They looked beyond day and week,
They made themselves useful and valuable TO
their employers by being always faithful, re-
liable and willing to do what they could for
the interest of those for whom they worked.
When a press of business came, they were
ready and willing to work extra hours, and
without sulking or grumbling, well knowing
that business must be attended to when it
came, and there were plenty of dull times
during the year, which would more than
counterbalance any extra briskness Of the
busy season. To sum il all up, these young
men identified themselves with the establish
ments where they were employed--became
useful to their employers, in fact, fixtures,
who could be i'll spared, and in due course of
time having gained experience, were invited
to take hand with tho already established
house. or else boldly struck out for themselves.


Here, then, is the lesson, which is, If you
wish to become successful masters, learn first
To become faithful servants.
Year: 1870

What is our life at its longest2 What
are the schemes upon which we most set our
hearth We grow old while we yet feel
young. Our bark that glided sweetly along
the shores of life quickly gets out into the
rapids, beyond which are the roar and the
foam Of the great Niagara.
Year: 1870

Remember that working is not faith. 1t
is the spirit in which you work it Is the gar.
den out of which you get your fruits and
flowers that determines how well and wisely
you work, how much Of Christ you carry with
YOU in your works.
Year: 1870

RElUaHEsaAWE moWEmEhTS,


The subjects that are engaging
the attention Of citizens meetings
are Of a progressive Character
They tend 10 the advancement Of
our icity's interest, wealth, growth,
and Importance. The building
up Of a grand commercial en-
porium at Vicksburg will react to
the advantage of every place in
the State. Therefore instead of
other points in the State turning
the cold shoulder upon our pro-
gressiSe movements, or exhibit
ing a feeling of envy and rivalry, 1t
is to their interest to concur with
and aid in the projects that are on
foot for the increase of this place,
and that are calculated to make 1t
one Of the chief places in the
Southwest. In assisting to place
Vlcksburg, as q commercial point
on an equality with Louisville,
st. Louis, Memphis and New Or
leans Ito be accomplished in due
timc) it is simply bringing your.
selves I've interior points, more
and more within the circle of com
mercial influences and opening up
grand advantages that will tend
most surely to your growth and
prosperity.


In connection with the subjects
before the citizens meetings we
hope to see at the next meeting
the matter Of the Vicksburg Build
ing Association brought up and q
committee appointed to select a
Suitable basis for its organization,
and then cOrporatOrs selected to
apply for q charter. This is for
the good Of our citizens.


Next, matterSf even greater
importance, should at once come
to the attention Of the society. 1t
is that of Immigration.


This is u vital question with us
and II Is ripe for actlon( DIR. Fisher
Of the St, Louis VOlks Blatt, is In
town aud represents the interest Of
o German immigration society.
He says there are very many who
are rs anxious TO come here to set
tic, as we are to have them. They
have strOng arms and capital.
They wish TO buy land. They will
paw part cash and the balance on
time in yearly payments with In
tcrest.


Now we must have an organiEa.
ton specially adapted to manage
this matter.


We suggest that, at the earliest
moment, an immigration Society
be formed adjunctive TO the Citi.
Gems Organization. Let the matter
come up at the next meeting Of
said Society, and a President, Vice
President, Secretary, &c, be ap-
pointed or elected. Then we can
work this matter Of immigration
successfully by a systematic coop
Grafton with any and oil other So
cieties, who have immigrants to
send out. Our organization can
procure for them farms or lands
for purchase or rent or otherwise
or, at.least, facilitate their doing so,


II seems to us this is advisable
aud necessary. Let these matters
come up at the next meeting.
Year: 1870

A negro boy in Rankin county
the other day was thrown from
mule which he was riding and
dragged through the woods, by
which his neck, his arms, and near
ly all his ribs we're broken.
Year: 1870

~ about getting up in the morning.


On going to bed and on getting up in


the morning, drink as much cold wa


ter as YOU can swallow. Soon You


will learn 10 drink two tumblers; and
some persons may learn to drink still
more. Drink all that your stomach
will bsar. Spend a good deal Of time


in the open air, without hard exer-
else, bat exposed TO the sun and fresh
air. i practicable, ride in a carriage
some hours every day. Remain out
I enough to give you a good appetite,
/ but don't work hard enough to pro-
I duce excessive peTs2iratiOn. Eat q
I great deal Of oatmeal pOrridge, crack
I ed wheat, graham mush, baked sweet
/ apples, roasted and brOiled beef, though
/ the vegetable part is more fattening


than the animal part. Lie down an
| hour in the middle of the day, Just
I before you take your dinner, to rest,
and if possible, to take a little nap.
/ Cultivate jolly people. Laugh and
grow fat' rests upon a sound physiO-
I logical basis. A pleasant flow of So
I eial spirit is a great promoter Ofdiges-
ton There, now 90 home, keep your
skin clean, sleep in a room where the


sun shines, keep everything sweet and


clean and fresh about your bed; sleep


nine, if possible, ten hours in the
twenty-fOur, eat as I have told you,


cultivate a jolly spirit, and in six


months you will be as plump as even
your lover could wish you to be.n


My prescription for the fat lady


was, keep your eyes open and yO1T
mouth shut


My prescription for you is, keep
yOlT mouth open and yOlH- eyes shut. I"
Year: 1870

At the recent meeting of the Brit
ish Association for the Advancement
cf Science, a paper on the use and
abuse of tobacco called up Professor
Huxley, the President of the AssOci-
ton, who gave an amusing account
of his experience of smoking. He
said he was placedln rather awkward
position with regard to the question
of smoking, for, for forty years Of his
life, tobacco had been to him deadly
poison. He was brought up as a
medical student, and, he had every
temptation to acquire the art of smOk-
ing, but his smoking, after a few
puffs, always resulted in his finding
himself on the floor. He failed to be-
come a smoker when he was an Off
Ger in the navy, and he had for a long
time a great antipathy to smokers
But some few years ago he was max
ing a tour in Brittany when he stay
ed at an old inn; it was awfully wet
and cold without, and a friend of his
took to smoking, and tempted him to
have a cigar. His friend looked so
happy, the fire was so warm within
the inn, and it was so cold and wet
NlllOulf Nudl AC lllOuBnL 4lC NOuAu
try to smoke, and he found himself a
changed man. He found that he was
in a position of a lamentable pervert
Tlaughterl, and his case would illus
trate to them the evil of bad associates
although the person who led him
astray was most distinguished and a
late President of this association
From that day he dated his ruin[ laugh
ter, for from that day whenever
smoking was going on, they might
be pretty sure that he Joined in it
There was a certain substantial kind
of salts faction about smoking if kept
in mod Grafton, and he must say this
for tobacco, that it was a sweeteneT
and equalizer of the temper. He was
glad to state that in his opinion there
was nothing worse than excessive
smoking ; but any one could under
take to destroy himself with green
tea or any other article Of diet if car
ried to excess.
Year: 1870

The following argument against
the immigration of the Chinese-or
the "cOolie SYSTEM, as it is called
was'read the other dayin Philadelphia,
at an "anti-cOOlie meeting:" :" $50
much am opposed to their coming
in consequence ofthe evil consequence
Is resulting from their contact with
US to our MORALS or politiks, and our
labOur, that 1 would if it were within
my power to build a chinese wall on
our Western coast so high that it
would be impossible for them to scale
it Whilst we cordially invite eni-
grants from Germany, Ireland, France
Prussia, &c, who come here to cast
their lot with Us, become naturalized
and lay down their bones in our soil,
we have right to apply a very differ
ent rule to those who come hearT for a
few years to interfere with our Ia
bour, collect together a sum of money
and then go back to China. They
have indeed no right to come heGrT
at al.
Year: 1870

The look Of sympathy, the gentle word
Spoken 50 low that only angels heard;
The secret act OF pure self-sacrifce,
Unseen by men, but marked by angels eyes;


These are not lost.
The sacred music Of a tender strain
Wrung from a poets heart by grief and pain,
And ehanted timidly, with doubt and fear,
To busy crowds who scarcely pause to hear,


It is not lost
The silent tears that fall at dead Of night
over sOiIed robes which were onee'pure and


white
The prayers that rise like incense from the


soul, e.
Longing for Christ to make it clean and
whole.


These are not lost.
The happy dreams that gladden. all our
When dreams had less Of self and more OF


truth;
The childlike faith so tranquil and so sweet.
Which sat like Mary at the Masters feet.


These are not lost.
The kindly plans devised for Others good,
50 seldom guessed, so little understood
The quiet steadfast love that strove to win
Some wanderer from the wofuI way Of sin:


These are not lost
Not lost, o Lord, for in thy city bright,
Our eyes shall see the past by clear light;
And things long hidden from our gaze be-
low,


Thou wilt reveal, and we shall surely know


These were not lost. =
Year: 1870

Some boys at Chicago dropped an
anvil weighing two hundred pounds
out Of a fourth story window, on TO
the head Of an African who was pass
ing, when he had them arrested. He
said he was willing to let the boys
have fun but when they Jammed
''gemmen's" hat down over his eyes
and spoiled it in that way, the law
must take its course
Year: 1870

A Boston paper has the following:
"a gentleman at a recent labor reform
convention, declined a nomination on
the ground that he had not lived in
the State long enough. 30, never
mind that" said the Chairman. "yOu
will have lived quite long enough by
the time you are elected The NOM
inee was completely overcome.
Year: 1870

In some way or other the Lord will provide;
1t may not be my way,


It may not be thy way;


And yet in His olC7l way
''The Lord will provide"
Atsome time or other the Lord will provide;
It may not be my time,
1t may not be Thy time;
And yet in Bis OlVT time
''The Lord will provide"
Year: 1870

in all diseases of these organs, whether existing
in male or female, from whatever cause oriSina-
ting, and no matter of how long standing. II is
pleasant in taste and odor, immediate" in ac-
ton, and more strengthening than any Of the
preparations of Bark or Iron.


Those suffering from broken down or delicate
constitutions, procure the remedy at once.


The reader must be aware that, however slight
may be the attack of the above diseases it is GER
tain to affect the bodily health and mental powers


All the above diseases require the aid of Di-
uretic. HELMBOLD'S EXTRACT BUCHU is
the great Diuretic.
Year: 1870

encd, falling hair checked, and bald
ness often, though not always, cured
by its Use. Nothing can restore the
hair where the tollicles are destroyed,
or the glands airophiel and decayed.
But such as remain can be saved for
usefulness by this application. Instead
of fouling the hair with pasty scdi-
mcnt, it will keep it clean and vigorous.
It's occasional Use will prevent the lair
from turning gray or falling off, and
consequently prevent badness. Free
from those dclcterious substances Which
make some preparations dangerous and
injurious TO the hair, the Nigor can
only benefit but not harm it. Ii wanted
merely for n
Year: 1870

A dressing which
is at once agreeable,
healthy, and eflectual
for preserving the
hair. Faded or gray
haT as soon restored
to its original color
aciM the gloss and
freshness Of youth.
Thin hair is thick
Year: 1870

An attempt was made in the Assem-
bly, few days ago to repeal the registry
law, hut we are pleased to see that it
signallv failed. Since this law was pass
ed bill has been introduced at every
session of the legislature, we believe, to
repeal and these bills have always come
from the democratic side of the house,
and received all their support therefrom.
This anxiety for the repeal Of law that
is calculated to protect the purity of the
bal|ot-box, may appear singular TO those
who have not watched the workings of
the political machine at election time.
This law has prevented illegal voting; of
this there is no doubt, and tie attemnts
to poll Illegal votes have been principally
made by the democratic party, hence the
anxiety of that party to have the imped
iment ont of the way. We think that
one of The most important duties of every
good citizen is to use all his influence to
preserve the purity of the ballot box and
no one who has the good of the country
at heart will seek the repeal of laws
which unquestionahly tend to this most
desirable end Wisconsin.
Year: 1870

A San Francisco maid, who had
striven in vain to win the love of yonng
man, finally procured pow9er, and tell
ing him that that would compel him TO
love her threw opantitv of it in his
face and on his head. The villainous
compound crept over his beauteous face
and poisoned cuticles and scalp severely
But it made him hate her, and when he
got out of the hospital he started at once
to rave her arrested for an assault But
none of the justices could define the of
fence. and he WAS advised to commence
civil action for damages against the
loving poiSoner.
Year: 1870

Ice can be turned in a lathe and len
ses formed through which the rays of
tt sun in passing will canSe heat snffi-
cient to ignite match Those ice len
ses are so easily made and renewed that
they have been recommended for use
for as tronomical purp0ses.in countries the
temperature of which is below that of
freezing for two or three months of the
Year: 1870

yJ1E subscriber is in receipt of large invoice OF


l Fresh Teas of Choice Brands, bought for net cash
since the opening eff the Pacific Railroad all of which
he is of airing at greatly reduced prices.
J.K PLATT.
Year: 1870

We have already announced that Captain
JOHN G. WINDER has been appointed Su-
perintendent of the Wilmington and Man
chester Railroad. The selection is not
only well merited, but has been rendered
to him without application upon his part,
and is conferred upon the recommendation
of President BRIDeERs, with whom Captain
WINDER has been officially associated
during the past few years, and who thus
became acquainted with his qualifications
for the important position to which he has
been appointed.


A long and intimate association with
Captain WINDER enables us to congratulate
the Company upon the wisdom of the
selection, and while regretting to part
with General MAcRAE, we welcome The
coming of an ola friend to fiji his place.
Captain WINDER takes formal charge of
the road tomorrow.
Year: 1870

It is very well for L. that it had had not
been later in the day. or that Capt. s. had
not been to his room before he met him.
The ending might have been sadder for
both. It is but justice to give this TO the
public. ANON.
Year: 1870

The Emancipation of the serfs of Russia,
1t is stated, will become entire and complete
on February 10th, 1870. From that date
they will not be bound down to reside In
their communes, but will be permitted to
settle at will In any part of Russia.
Year: 1870

"Go and getitl Go and get it, l sayr


Poor little Dash crept close to his young
masters feet, looking UP with earnest,
pleading eye, as If he would say


Please, please don't l cannot do
what you want"


Tom was trying to make Dash swim sf-
ter stick, which he had just thrown into
the river. Now, Dash was not water
dog, having no more love for 1t than cat,
and foolish Tom was bent on making him
one. He kicked the poor little animal
away and repeated his order then, angry
that it was not obeyed, seized him and
threw him into the water. The dog was
sorely frightened, but, by hard struggling,
reached the bank, and crawled to his mas
ter's feet with u pitiful whine, wet, pant
ing, trembling. The cruel boy caught him
up, with hard words, and was just going
to throw him in again, when pair of
strong arms seized him, and mans voice
said


Here, you young scamp! Now Wen
see how you like to swim !"


It was Toms turned to be frightened.
He turned pale, trembled and caught his
breath as the stranger lifted him in his
strong armsas easily as he had poor Dash;
he began to beg.


"OR, sir, pray don'tl 1 cannot swim,
indeed l cannot On, don't throw me
into the water. will never, never, do
so again p


The man paused, but did not let go his
hold.


Neither can your dog SWIM" said he,
but you meant to make him do it, just to
amuse yourself Why can l not make
you do it to amuse me? l am as much
larger and stronger than you as you are
larger and stronger than that poor, pant
ing, trembling dog"


Tom still begged and promised, and
the stranger at last released him, saying


Now, my boy, let me give you kind
word of advice. Never treat another,
whether human being or dumb animal,
as you would not like to be treated your
self Never try to make anybody or any
thing do what God, when He created it.,
did not make it do, or to be what He did
not mean it to be. If you keep these
rules, you will be better, wiser, and
happier boy. Goodbye"


And Tom knew in his heart that the
man was right, and the lesson, though it
seemed severe, given in real kindness
Christian Bs1ister