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Year: 1872

CLAP-TRAP AND CANT.-Invalid reader. if
you are unwise enough to put yourself outside
of any of the mock tonics guaranteed to contain
mo diffusive stimulant," you will inevitably
come to grief. Ask your physician if any liq-
uid preparation, destitute of stimulating prop
critics, is worthy of the name of a tonic He
will tell you no. Shun all such nauseous catch
pennies. PLANTATION Buffers. the most
wholesome invigorant in the world, owes the
rapidity with which it relieves the dsordered
stomach and the shattered nerves to the diffu-
sive agent which conveys its medicinal ingre-
dients to the seat of the complaint That
agent is the spirit of the sugar cane, the most
nutritious and agreeable of all the varieties of
alcohol The medicinal ingredients of the Bit
tiers, valuable as they are would be compara-
lively useless without this distributive basis.
They would ferment and sour. Beware, as you
hope for health, of the horrible compounds of


refuse drugs in state of fermentation which
humbugs are endeavoring to foist upon the
public as medicines jy15-eodlw&w1t
Year: 1872

THE SALE OF A WIFE IN ENGLAND.-The
Pail Mall Gazette reported the fact that a
man at Exeter had sold his wife for fifty
pounds. At the Exeter Police Court on the
10th ult., the wi e, smartly dressed woman,
applied for summons against her husband
for refusing to maintain his children, he hay-
ing that morning turned them out of doors.
She had also been threatened by him, and
she was afraid he would do her some harm.
After some further conversation, it came out
that the complainant and her husband sepa-
rated some time since, he selling her to an
other man for fifty pounds and agreeing to
take two OF the children and she the rest.
Since, however, he had sold her, he had fol-
lowed her about and abused her, and annoy-
ed her in various ways, and now he had turn
ed the children he promised to support out of
doors, and told her to keep the lot. In an
swer to the Bench as to how she supported
herself, she said she received money from the
man to whom she was sold. The Bench said
they could not help her, she must apply to
the corporation OF the poor for relief; they
would summon her husband. She had
brought this upon herself She had consent
ed to be sold, and therefore could not expect
TO have any peace. They thought it was q
dlsgraceful case, and that she did not deserve
any protection. If her husband threatened
her violently or assaulted her, then they
would grant her a summons. The applicant
then thanked the Bench and left the court.
Year: 1872

Debility is aterm used to denote deficiency of blood
The nutrtve constituents ofthe blood in less than
their regular proportion, while the watery part is in
excess Debility is of frequent 1t is in
cident to variety of diseases. The lower limbs
apt to be swollen. The patient is feeble and cannot
bear much exertion. The circulation is irregular,
but almost always weak Palpitation of the heart is
a very, common symptom. Violent emotion often
throws the heart into the most tumultuous action.
The vital functions are languidly performed The
crate slight exercise The breathing though quiet
when at rest becomes hurried and painfully agi


tated under exertion, as in in running, ascending
heights &c. The nervous system Is often greatly dis
ordered. Vertigo, dizziness and feeling of fant-
very common. Violent and obstinate neural
gc pains in the head sde breast or other parts ofhe
body are also frequent attendants upon the disease
The secretions sometimes diminished. In females
the menses almost always either supended very
partially performed. The bile is scanty and costve
ness with unhealthy excavations from the bowels
and dyspeptic state Of the stomach extremity
mon symptoms. sE n1Rge rs q IA
Year: 1872

A MELANCHOLY HARvEsT.-A fine head Of
hair is crop that should know no harvest.
Yet when it begins to fade the comb rakes out
the fibres by the handful. This need never be.
The daily application of PHALoN's In .IGoRA-
TOR, will keep the hair in full luxuriant growth
and of its natural color through life. apA-eod


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Year: 1872

The condition OF affairs in
Louisiana calls for sweeping con-
demnation. both factions are in
the wrong. The telegraphic re-
port of the situation does not give
q clear idea Of the merits of the
controversy. One party We OBJ
serve has demanded q Congress
sional investigation. There is no
csuse for any such proceeding yet.
It is too small q quarrel. Ii the
people of Louisiana are net satis-
fed with their rulers they can dc
with them what they will. It they
really want to get rid OF them
there are ways enough to accom-
plish it without making use OF th'
machinery of the Government.
Year: 1872

We go through life like q man
with q dark lantern, throwing light
only on the few steps before, but
since. little by little, all the miles
of mysterious darkness shat strech
beyond our sight will become the
few steps before us, the light,
thank God! is enough for the whole
way.
Year: 1872

Thorough plowing before the extreme
cold of winter sets in will amply repay
the trouble that it costs now. To give
the soil the full advantage of natures
fertilizers it ought to be well drained,
but breaking it up answers the same
purpose in partial degree; for the air
charged with rain or snow has freer ac'
cess to it, and, passing through, leaves
the soil in the spring mellow, finely pull,
verizsd, and in some mysterious man
ner richer than it was before. The
deepest plowing and most laborious oul'
tiyatiop, in the spring, will not have .
like effect. On this winter.seasoned soil
a green crop may we'll be sown for turn
ing under.
Year: 1872

thinks that the electricity developed by
the solar rays, either in the process OF
evaporation or by the mechanical and
molecular disturbances they produce, is
amply sufficient. to cause the luminosity
and also to form the train. The expla-
nation hero given of the formation of
the tails or trains of comets is exceed
ingly ingenious, for it not only applies
in those instances in which the train is
directed from the sun, acting under
these circumstances by repulsion, but it
also accounts for the fact that in some
instances the tail is directed toward the
sun, there being under these circum-
stances electrical attraction instead of
remission.
Year: 1872

The MEETING OF HARRY BAssETT AND Mon
ARcH1sr to-day on the Jerome Park course for
four-mile race will be matter Of great in
terest to oil who value the horse as racing
animal. The unexpected defeat Of the former
on Saturday last in the three-mile race has not
shaken the confidence Of his admirers, and
they hope for another victory for their favorite.
Time will tell this, as it blabs most of mems
secrets. Apart from this event the last day of
the American Jockey Clubs meeting has al
ways hitherto been the great day, SO that with
fine day we feel safe in predicting bumper
at Jerome
Year: 1872

the ground that the voting population had been
raised from one hundred and thirty thousand
to about one hundred and sixty-fve thousand.
This registration is in excess of the registra-
ton of New York. with population one-third
greater than that of Philadelphia; but the vote
cast falls below the vote of this city nearly
twenty Ave thousand. The vote cast in Phila-
delphia on Tuesday does not exceed one hun
dred and eighteen thousand, while in 1868 it
reached one hundred and twenty-five thou
sand. The vote, singular to say, is the light
est cast in . number of years, and when
confronted with the allegations of fraud seems
to be an effectual estoppel to McClure's
case, but 1t is moro remarkable still in view
OF the excessive registration. The registration
in New York last year was 152, ,592 and the
vote 1877, 463. while in Philadelphia this year
the registration was 10000 and the vote in
the aggregate $4,000. showing registry
greatly in excess of the voting population and
a avote 90, 600 less than the registry. There must
have been the intention to commit fraud in
preparing registry lists of such character, and
yet it seems impossible that the frauds were
committed, in view of the light vote and the
failure to develop proof of any systematic and
general outrage upon the ballot.


In taking this temperate view of the election
in Pennsylvania we are not forgetful that
some consideration is due to the allegations of
Colonel Mcclure. The apparently fraudulent
registry in Philadelphia is proper subject for
inquiry, and we hope the registry lists may be
made the subject of searching investigation.
Where such disparity exists between the reg
istration and the actual vote an explanation
seems necessary, and especially in case like
this, where the registration is evidently in
excess Of the voting population. If there were
not great frauds in Philadelphia there was an
opportunity for great frauds. These ought to
be exposed and their perpetrators summarily
and severely punished. This is oil the more
necessary if the registry is fair one, since the
cry Of fraud, which has become habitual with
the party press, is lowering us in the sight Of
the world and giving the impression abroad
that fair election in this country is impos-
sible
Year: 1872

many. and with an accumulation of debt that
makes it far more overwhelming than ours
was yet, with less resources, her credit stands
higher and she maintains o specie basis. Is
1t not evident, therefore, that our financial
policy has been very defective But the
question is now, What is to be done hereafter
We are to have the same party and the same
administration In power for another four
years. May we hope that Congress will
take broader and more statesmanlike view of
our national finances and the necessities of tho
country Will the administration change its
policy? Mr.. Boutwell, is not the man for Sec
retary Of the Treasury. We ought to have in
that important position statesman of the
highest capacity-one who will bring the gov
ernment to strict economy, who will not med
die with Wall street or interfere with the natu-
raj current Of business in the country. Taxa
ton might be and ought to be reduced still
another hundred millions year, and that
would leave an ample income for necessary
government expenditures, the interest on the
debt and q considerable sinking fund. That
is all that should be required of tho people
for some years to como. The remainder of
the national debt will be but a bagatello COM
paratively for such rich and populous coun-
try as ours will be some years hence to liqui-
date. With taxation reduced q hundred mil
lions year, with economy in the government
and ON able Secretary Of the Treasury, the
credit Of the nation would rise, industry would
be stimulated. specie payments would be
reached and we should hear no more of gold
gambling and less of corruption and unhealthy
speculation generally.
Year: 1872

The DEATH OF WILLIAM H. SEWARD has
awakened widespread feeling of regret oil
over the entire country which could be pro-
duced by the demise Of few men remaining in
our midst. Foremost among these tributes
is graceful one from the pen Of the present
Secretary Of State, by order ofthe President, to
the memory of the great State Secretary Of the
stormy days of war; The courts Of the city
were adjourned yesterday out of respect to the
statesman now no more, the flags being OF
half-mast in every town where his name
was known and his worth respected. The
gloom which has settled over the town Of
Auburn, where he had Of late his unpreten-
tious home, is seen to hang everywhere-in in
places, too, where he had never been seen, but
where the magic Of his inspiring patriotism
had stirred mems hearts in times happily
gone by. The scene at the death-bed OF the
illustiious man was truly touching one, and
if its veil Of sanctity is for moment drawn
Year: 1872

On trust accounts making total reduction oN
expenditures Of about four and quarter mill
nons ior eight months If other branches Of the
Guy government will emulate the example Of
commissioners Van Mort the last traces of the
financial difficulties brought upon the city by
the extravagance Of previous administrations
will soon disappear and local taxes NAV ba
reduced to reasonable figure


A New POSTAL TREATY BETWEEN FnArc.
AND THE UNITED SrArEs.-By a special
cable telegram from Paris, dated in tho
French capital yesterday we are informed
that M. de Remusat and United States
Minister Washburne have concluded q
draft of new postal treaty, in the name Of
the governments and people of France and
America, which the Post Office authorities Of
both countries will accept and which, it is
highly probable. the French Minister Of
Finance will approve The instrument will be-
presented to the executive chiefs and the
cabinets of the governments for approval at
On early day, and receive, it is hoped, final
ratification before the close Of the present
year. The first intent Of the paper is for the
attainment of increased facilities of commu-
nication between France and America, the ex-
tension of commerce, and moro frequent and
economical interchange Of literature and news
by the press. This is highly commendable
diplomatic efort-a proper means for the
cementing of national friendship and the pre-.
vention Of war.


WALL STREET is active and lively nowadays,
what with the raising of the Bank of England
rate of discount and the speculation stimu-
lated by the success Of the administration
party in Pennsylvania. Indeed, since the
election in that State pools and cliques arc
springing up in Wall street like mushrooms
after rain storm Gold keeps between 1124
and 113, and is rather stronger since tho
action Of the Bank of England. Money is
easy and the general trade of the city brisk.
The dry goods merchants have had their
hands full ever since the decision of The elec-
ton in Pennsylvania, for reasons which must
be obvious.
Year: 1872

Workmen are busy widening and removing
the loose stones from Red Clay Out, on the W
4 W Il. r.


Every business man in this city and every
housewife should by all means get copy OF
the COMMERCIAL ALMANAC and YEAR Book when
it is published.
Year: 1872

THE FAIR AT ODD FELLOWS HALL.-It was the
United Oornet Band that furnished the music
for the Fair at Odd Fellows Hall, on the occa-
sion Of the opening. The music was good, and
this band will be on hand this evening again,
and all who would spend pleasant time should
make a visit 70 this place.
Year: 1872

Dress Goods
On MONDAY; November 25t
EAnd continue it until every
thing OF a Fall and Winter ma
ture is sold. AS the Stock is still
large the reduction in price will
be great so as to ensure their
early sale,


500 Market Street.
Year: 1872

While scenes Of lawlessness such as have
disgraced Osceola can be enacted in a South
ern community, it Is difficult to denounce the
continuance Of military rule in the Southern
States. Without entering into the merits of
the dispute between the parties all law-loving
men will come to the conclusion that amid
such elements Of violence and disorder civil
law cannot enforce respect unless supported
by military force. All ideas Of justice and re-
spect for law seem to be made subservient in
Arkansas to personal hate and political pas
sion. The picture of court Of justice into
which the jurors and clients come armed to
the teeth is certainly strange and disgraceful
one for this nineteenth century. Appeal to
forms Of law in such society is simply farce.
man must either be tried by his friends or
his enemies. The one would refuse to con-
vict him, no matter how clear the proof of his
crime; while in the other case innocence
would afford but weak protection against
the prejudices of his judges Under these
circumstances it is not surprising that the
hostile factions should prefer to settle their
disputes with the rifle. How far civilized
nation can permit its citizens to take the law
into their own hands and avenge in their own
way their real or supposed wrongs is ques-
ton of grave Importance 1t must be evident
to the thoughtful, however, that people cannot
be allowed to have private battles and levy
war just as their caprice dictates, and there
fore such conflicts must inevitably lead to the
declaration of martial law. We cannot per-
NIT the Inauguration of war of races, and
black men and white men must learn to live
together without indulging in the exciting
amusement of cutting throats or taking long
shots at each other. If they will insist on
continuing these practices Uncle Sam will be
likely to send his boys down to share in the
fun. This contingency of course will appear
tyrannical, but then our hot-headed Southern
friends must sacrifice something to appear
ances, and modern society, being somewhat
squeamish, objects to free fights as too
highly seasoned pastime.
Year: 1872




Yesterday morning. under clouded sky
and drizzling rain, the obsequies of the late
patriot and statesman. William Fl. Seward,
were performed at Auburn, in this State.
The darkness Of the heavens was only q
reflex Of the gloom that filed all hearts
there and Of thousands oil over the land
for the nation feels that it has lost a great
citizen III the man who now lies lifeless under
the sod at Fort Hill. All the simple honor
which republic can bestow upon the worthy
dead was willingly accorded to his memory.
Flags were lowered to half mast; the depart
ments of the general government over which
he SO ably presided were closed; solemn
bells tolled, and where men of state could not
attend the funeral in person words of signiA-
cant coincidence were forwarded to the afflicted
family. The sad story Of the funeral is told
elsewhere. Around the coffin stood
his children and some of his old
colaborers in the various fields where
in he had fought his sturdy battle Of
life. Those who will read Of the visible sor-
row which rushed from the heart to the eyes in
tears, as an old associate looked upon the
marble pallor Of the face of the dead,
will be touched with the thought that
amid all the absorbing and stormy battles
of the political arena fast friendships
are formed which time cannot destroy. The
plain but beautiful ceremonies which marked
the consignment of William H. Seward re-
mains to earth are such, after all, as any man
might wish for in his own regard when health
had passed away. In the fulness of sympathy,
the heartfelt prayer, the hush of the sorrowtng
town, the mourning deeper than the
trappings of woe, even in the gloom
of the day, we're seen such regret
as can only wait upon those who have lived
and died up to their mission on earth accord
ing to their light. He lived a career the
greatest might envy and closed his days in the
peace of home, which the poet vainly prayed
for who sung of another Auburn


AS a hare whom horns and hounds pursue.


Pants to the place from whence at first she dew.


He had tasted all the strong delight and Bit
terness Of power and fame. and then the mel
lowed flavor of ''blest retirement, friend to
life's decline 1t is not an idyl but a
story of yesterday.
Year: 1872

The LAC LA BELLE DISASTER The foun-
dering Of this propeller is unhappily associated,
as most such disaters are, with loss of life.
As our news columns testify this morning, five
men at least are known to have perished.
When most Of the passengers and crew took
to the lifeboats the steamer was sinking
rapidly, the missing men being thrown into
the water as she settled down
Year: 1872

THE WATERFORD BANK RoBBERY.-We pre-
sent in another column the details Of one of
the most daring bank robberics on record.
Shortly after midnight OF Sunday the
Saratoga County Bank building in Water
ford N. Y, was entered by nine masked ruff
fans, who Immediately proceeded to gag and
bind the cashier, his family and servant. This
being done to their satisfaction, the unfortu-
nate cashier was dragged down to the bank
vault below, and, with four pistols pointed at
his head and bowie knife at his heart, he re-
luctantly disclosed the lock combinations,
thus enabling his merciless captors to
secure the contents OF the safe, valued
at upwards of five hundred thousand dollars.
As will be seen by our special despatch, the
thieves are already tracked to certain extent,
two of the supposed perpetrators Of the rob-
berry and outrage being arrested at Hudson
City within few hours of their leaving Wa
.erfor.i We also give the numbers and dates
of most OF the United States bonds and other
securities stolen, SO that if the villains escape
arrest they cannot easily dispose Of their plum
dsk
Year: 1872

munity. Now there Is nothing in the


general condition. circumstances. progress


or prospects of the country to cause


such difference in the financial and


commercial situation within 80 short time.


There was not. in fact, any real or substantial


cause for the disturbance week or two ago.


IL was the result merely Of temporary specula-


ton. AS consequence reaction necessarily


followed. and there is return to the normal
state OF things. The country has reached that
point OF prosperity, development and progress
that nothing in the ordinary course Of events
can seriously disturb its business or onward
course These Wall street perturbations are
but as ripples on the ocean. With the settle
mont Of our political affairs during the next
few weeks for another four years, whichever
way the present contest may end, with that
peace and harmony between all sections which
we hope for and with the consolidation and
wonderful advancement of our republican
empire. there is every reason to expect great
improvement in business. The vast increase
of population, production and wealth of the
United States and the consequent aggregation
OF capital at this financial and commercial |
metropolis must in the course of o few years
give New York controlling. influence in the
monetary transactions and exchanges of the
world. The tide Of progress will overwhelm
successively the disturbing specuatiops of
stock and gold gambling cliquos. and the
Republic will march on rapidly to the
grandest destiny ever attained by any nation.