Bradford reporter. (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, September 21, 1859, Image 4

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    gtpartinent.
Draining wet Lands.
Before many year? there will he thousands
of acres pierced with drains. But the induce
ments to it which make 'it wise i'i England
and New England do not yet, generally, exist
In the west. The expense of draining one acre
would buy two. Many farmers have already
more arable land than they can till to advan
tage. Land redeemed from slough would uot
pav for itself in many years.
But although a general introduction of drain
ing would not be wise, there arc many cases in
which to a limited extent, it should be practic
ed. Lauds lying near to cities are sufficiently
valuable, and the market for fanning products
sure enough, to justify the reclaiming of wet
pieces of land. On small farms of forty and
eighty acres, surrounded by high-priced lands,
not easily procured for enlarging his farm if the
owner should wish it draining might be employ
ed with advantage. A man with a smaUdmm
can afford expenses for high cultivation which
would break a Large farmer.
Some times a large meadow or arahle field
is marred by a wet slash through the middle of
it ; a farmer would not begrudge the labor of
draining for the snke ot having his favorite
field withont a blemish. Some times farms ar
intersected by wit lands, which make the pas
sage from one part of the farm to another
difficult at all times, and almost impassable at
at some seasons of the year. Draining might
be re e orted to in such a case, no so much for
the sake of the land reclaimed, as for the con
venience of the whole farm.
We know pieces of wet, pent? meadow land
lying close by the furm-house, the only draw
back to lite beauty of the place. A good far
mer would wish to recover such a spot for the '
same reason that he would prefer a handsome j
hou*e to a homely one—a fine horse over a I
coarse looking animal—a subtly fence, rather I
than a clumsy one. There is much string laud
—but high, flat, and cold —which is wet
through all the spring, resisting seed till long
efter other portions of the farm are at work,
and which would, but for this backwardness,
be regarded as the best land. If without great j
expense, such land could be cured, for farmers i
would miud the trouble or labor.
There are three kinds of draining which may
be employed according to circumstances—sub
soil-plowing, furrow-draining and ditch drain- j
ing. When a soil is underbound by a compact,
impervious xt/ijoi/all the rain or melting snow i
is retained in the soil until it can exhale and I
evaporate. For the subsoil acts like a water
tisrht floor, cr the bottom of a tub. Subsoil
plowing, by thoroughly working through this
uuder crust, gives a downward passage to the
moisture ; water sinks as it does in sandy loans.
Nor will such treatment be less useful to pre
vent the injury of summer drought; for the
depth of soil affords a harbor for roots front
whence they can draw moisture when the top
soil is dry as ashes.
But there is a limit put to this treatment by
the amount of clay contained in tne subsoil.—
It has been experimentally ascertained in Eng
land, that when the soil contains as high as
forty-three per cent, of alumina (clay)eubsoil
plowing is useless, because the clay soon coa
lesces and is as impervious as ever. In such
cases, if the land has a slight inclination in any
direction, furrow-draining may, in some meas
ure, relieve it. The ground is mui ked out in
lands as for sowing grain and plowed with
back-furrows, throwing the earth loward the
centre. The rain aud snow will run to either
side, and flow off by the channels left between
each strip. This treatment docs not relieve
the land, to any great extent, of water contain
ed in it, but acts as a preventive, by carrying
off the rain and snow before they are absorb
ed.—H. W. Bcrrher, in Plain and Pleasant
Talk about fruits, Blowers, and Farming.
MAKI.VO FARM LABOR FASHIONABLE —At the
base of the prosperity of any people lies this
great principle— make farm labor fashionable
at home. Educate, instruct, encourage ; and
offer all the incentives you can offer, to give
interest and dignity to labor at home. Enlist
the heart and the intellect of the family in the
support of a domestic system that will make
labor attractive at the homestead. By means
of the powerful influences of early home educa
tion, endeavor to invest practical labor with
an interest that will cheer the heart of each
member ot the family, and thereby you will
give to your household the grace, peace, refine
ment nnd attraction which God designed, a
home should possess.
The truth is, we must talk more, think more,
i cork more, and ad more, in reference to ques
tions relating to home.
The training and improvement of the physical,
intellectual, social and moral powers and senti
ments of the youth of our country, require
something more than the school-house, academy
college ai d university. The young mind should
receive judicious training iu the field, in the
garden, in the barn, in the workshop, in the
parlor, in the kitchen—in a word, arouud the
bearthstoue at heme.
VVh atevcr intellectual attainments yonr son
may have acquired, he is unfit to go forth into
society if he has not had thrown around him
the genial and purifying influences of parents,
sisters, brothers,-and the man saving influence
of the family government. The nation must
look for virtue, wisdom, and strength, to the
education that controls and shapes the home
policy of the family circle. There can be no
love of country where there is no love of home.
Patriotism, true and genuine, the only kind
worthy of the name, derives its mighty strength
from the fountains that gush out around the
hearthstone; and those who forget to cherish
the household interests, will soon learn to look
with indifference upon the interests of their
common couutry.
We must cultivate the roots—not the tops
We must make the family government, the
school, the farm, the church, the shop, the
agricultural fairs, the laboratories of our future
greatness. We must educate our sons to be
farmers, artizans, architects, engineers, geolog
ists, botanists, chemists—in a word, practical
men. Their eves must be turned from Wash
ington to their States, counties, townships, dis
tricts, homes. This is true patriotism ; and the
only patriotism that will perpetually preserve
the nation.— Guv. Wright.
THE best 6tock a man can invest in is the
stock of a farm ; the best shares ore plow
shares ; and the best banks are the fertile
banks of the rural stream ; the more these are
broken the belter dividends tbey pay.—if. W.
Seedier.
SPINAOE seed should be got ready to be sown
in September, if pu wish a good supply of this i
chokes* of all apnag grata*
Jttfscellaneous.
TH I M ENT
wbcre yon can find a very fine assortment of
WATCHES AND JEWELRY of all descriptions, also a
good stock of CLOCKS, prices ranging from 10 shillings
op, anil warranted to give good satisfaction or no sale.
I am also agent for the sale of D. E. LENT'S celebrated
Barometers, which every faimer should always have. Pyi
ees from $8 to S7O, according to finish REPAIRING
done as nsnal in a neat and workmanlike manner and war
ranted. WM. A. JC HAM BERLIN.
N. B. The person that took a Breast Pin from my shop,
July 3d, to show to his wife, had lietter call and see me in
regard to the matter, perhaps it will save him some cost
and trouble.
Towanda, Nov. 24, 1858. W. A ■ C.
THE OLD STAND
STILL IN OPERATION!
THE subscriber would announce
to the public that he has now on
Wl;and. and will make to order all
i iuds of CABINET FURNITURE,
lfSieSll&fy-8 1 'such as Sofas,Divans.Lounges,Cen
llhliuHHliu! tre - Gard, Dining anc ] Breakfast Ta
r~~ "hie. Mahogany, Walnut, Maple and
! |[ 1 1 j Cherry Bureaus, Stands of varions
—JI —_JLA kinds, Chairs and Bedsteads of every
description, which are, and will be made of the best ma
terial and workmanlike manner, aud which they will sell
for cash cheaper than can be bought in any other Ware
room In the country.
READY-MADE COFFINS, on hand on the most rea
sonable terms. A good HEARSE will tie furnished on
Funeral occasions. JAMES MACKINSON.
Towanda. January 1. 1857.
TOWANDA HARDWARE,CUTLERY,
IRON AND STOVE STORE.
jm D. C. HALL
—s Wholesale and Retail Dealer
f T~*ih",.if m in Hardware and Stoves. Iron
F 1. JjJjfaand Nails, Rash. Glass, Paints
'_ J. Ji .jjijgand Oils, House Trimmings—
flm —\[r JKm"" kinds of Carriage trimmings,
feVi'i!; 1 ; 51 '-, 'ljipyflnHHSeat Cloths and Laces.Carriage
—JtiLlf'C" '' .rTHO gPcM S " lkpv pal Springs. Car-
Say": pp'evs' and Joiners' Plane-.
L*~l 'i'' yCf-y S.iws. Augers, Chisels and all
JBSzr'ff sB-l other Tools—Cross Cut, Mill
| and Circular Saws, Blacksmith
Tools, Bellows, Anvils, Vices,
s === s:s Hammers and Screw Plates,
Axes. Broad Narrow, Lath and Hand Hatchets—Cable,
I.og. Trace and Haltr, Chains, Crowbars, Picks, Shovels
and Spades. . „ .
POCKETAND TABLE CUTLERY—Shears and Scis
sors, Edge Tools of all kinds, Brass and Enameled Kettles,
Shovel and Tongues. Spoons and Ladies, Tubs and Pails,
Mops and Washboards, and all other kinds of house-keep
ing implements.
In the H ARDWARE line, Brass. Brittania. Jappaned
and Plain Tin Ware, single or in setts. Bar, Band, Scroll
aud Hoop Iron. Steel of all kinds. Nail Rods, Ac. Pumps,
Lead Pipe and all the necessary fixtures for water works.
Patent. Stretched Leather Belting and String Leather,
and 10,000 other articles too numerous to mention, that
we are now receiving direct from the hands of manufac
turers andimporters, including the largest assortment
and greatest variety of
TOVE
Stores 25 per cent, less than usual for Cash,
or Groin at the highest market prices.
Coal and Wood Cooking, Coal and Wood Parlor. Dining-
Room, Six Plate and Cylinder, ever brought into Northern
Pennsylvania or Southern New York ; all of which we
are now prepared to sell at wholesale or retail, at as low
rates, and on as good TERMS as can be found this side of
New-York, from the fact that all our goods were bought
of first bauds and in full packages and large quantities,
that gives us an advantage over smaller purchasers and
Dry Goods dealers, that wiil enable us to sell from 5 to
15 per cent, less than any of them, which advantage we
shall offer to any who will favor us with a call before pur
chasing elsewhere.
A large quantity of Tin ware, Stove Pipe and Elbows
always on hand, wholesale and retail. All kinds of Job
Work done to order, on short notice aDd warranted.
Don't mistake the place to buy STOVES and HARD
WARE cheap—one door South of Tracy A Moore's, and
Powell's new block on Main street, in the new Wood
Building, Uttered all over.
Grain and Country Produce, old Iron, Brass, Brittania
and Copper, Dried Fruit of all kinds, Feathers and Bees
wax wanted for goods.
10,000 Sheep Pelts wanted, for which the highest price
n CASH will be paid,
i tar No credit given over fonr months, and all hav
ing accounts or notes over due had better call and pay
immediately, if they wish to save cost.
Towanda, October 13, 1858.
TOMB STONES AND MONUMENTS.
Towanda Marble Factory.
( \carly Opposite the Baptist Church.)
„ The sulwcriber has opened the TOWAN
/y2\Jkr>A M ARBLE FACTORY, where he will be
prepared to furnish Monuments and Tomb
VrWHiM Stones, manufactured from the he-t qnalitie-
WQ " 'of RUTLAND and ITALIAN MARBLE, and
wrought into such styles aud designs as will
suit every variety of taste.
'i Persons wishing to make their selections
can d<> so whenever in Towanda, by calling at
this New Establishment.
Tiie superior quality of the stock, the artistical beauty
of the work.and the promptness with which orders will
be tilled, will offer inducements to visit Ihis new shop.
F. H. BALDWIN, Proprietor.
Towanda, July 26, 1859.
REFERENCES.
WAVF.RI.V. TOWANDA, FA.
Hon. Nathan Bri-tol, Prof. C. R. Coburn,
U. 11. Shcpard, Cashier, Rev. Julius Foster,
R. G. Crans, Merchant, 11. S Mercur, Merchant,
Alpin A Uoub!eday,do. Montanyes, "
Rev. O. Crane. T. M. Woodruff, Sheriff,
•' Win. Putnam, Col. A. M'Kean, Prot'y,
" I). A. Shepard, Hon. D. Wihnot,
F. Tyler.Pres't. Bank. " J.C. Adtms.
cnEMi'so. " Wm. El well,
G. W. Buck. Esq. E. A. Parsons, Ed. Argus.
wvsox. E. 0. Goodrich,Ed.Reporter.
V. E. Piollet, Esq.
gTfc, NEW ATTRACTIONS^! - "
At Geo. 11. Wood's Gallery
R TOWANDA, PA.
f \ You can procure, at low prices,
/ \IPH©T©S IRAIPHS,
I B \of all sizes, up to life size, either plain or re
■-J ■* touched, colored in oil or pastille.
I Also. MELAIXOTYPES and AMBROTYPES. and al
most al! other kinds of types. Pictures in good cases (or
I 50 cents, and other sizes and qualities in proportion.
M- lainotypcs made in all kinds of weather, (except for
children. AI! work warranted. August !n. 1*59.
McC ABE'S
CENTRAL MEAT MARKET,
Below ./. Kingshei y's store, Main st.
! nPHE subscriber would respectfully tender his sincere
J thanks t>> the public for tbe very liberal patronage
extended to him, and solicits a continuance of the same.
lie tegs leave to assure that lie intends to keep on hand
as heretofore, a choice selection of MEATS ol all kinds,
the best tlie country affords, which he intends to sell for
very small profits, either by the side, quarter or pound.
IS" A quantity of first qualit of SALT PORK, put up
\ by myself, cheap, by the barrel 5r pound.
Meats will tie promptly delivered, at any place within
the corporation.
Towanda, August 12. 1*59. J McCABE.
WAGONS FOR SALE.
TIIE SUBSCRIBER has now
hand for sale, of his own manufacture a
•j-!- sc—number of Buggies, Democrat Wagons.with
and without tops, aud Lumber Wagons, with pipe boxes.
' These wagons are made of'.the very best materials and
equally as good as those made at any other shop, both as
to style and workmanship, and will be sold cheap, for
cash or approved notes.
The subscriber will also do all kinds of Wagon making
and Repairing on short notice, and reasonable terras.
Shop on the west side ol Main street, opposite the
Baptist Chnrcb. PUILLir SEEBIUH.
Towanda, June 21,1859. —2m
rj.RAPE GROWERS CAN CARRY ON
VT their business most successfully at Hammonton,
■ free from frosts. Some forty Vineyards set out the past
j Mason- See advertwement of Hammonton Lands, in
another column
Jttfsccllaitcous.
PATTON & PAYNE",
No. 4, Patton's Block, Towanda, Pa.,
Have recently added largely to their stock of
DRUGS 1 mill! J
CHEMICALS,
FAMILY GROCERIES.
They also have constantly on hand
PURE WINES AND LIQUORS,
FUR MEDICINAL PURPOSES.
FRESH CAMPHENE,
At the lowest rates, and BURNING FLUID, of superior
quality, manufactured expressly for the gat-jet Fluid
Lamp J. They also keep all the Popular
PATENT MEDICINES,
of the day. Every article going from this store is war
ranted as represented, and if any prove diOerent. they
will be cheerfully taken back, aud the monev refunded.
J. G. PATTON.
j Towanda, Feb. 1, 1859. Dr. E. D. PAYNE.
ANEW AGRICULTURAL SETTLE
MENT To all wonting farms, a rare opportunity
| in a delightful and healthy climate 25 miles southeast of
Philadelphia on the Camden and Atlantic Railroad, New
I Jersey. An old estate consisting of several thousands of
I acres of productive .nil has been divided into Farms of
; various sizes to suit the purchaser. A population of some
| Fifteen Hundred, from various parts of the middle States
| and New England have settled there the past year, im
i proved their places, and raited excellent crip*. The
! priec of the land is at the low sum of from sls to 120
1 per acre, the soil is of the best quality for the production
of V\~hcnt, Clover, Corn, I'eaches. Grape* and t'egeta
• ble*. It is considered the best fruit soil in the Union—
! The place is perlectly secure from frosts—the destructive
| enemy of the farmer. Crops of grain, grass and fruit are
now growing and can be seen. By examining the place
itself, a correct judgment can be formed of the produc
i tiveness of the land. The terms are made easy to secure
the rapid improvement of the land, which is only sold for
! actual improi ement. The result has been, that within the
1 past year, some three hundred haute* have been erected.
1 two mills, one steam, four stores, some forty viuyard and
i Peach orchards, planted, and a large numlier of other
j improvements, making it a desirable and active place of
| business.
The Market, as the reader may perceive from its loca
tion. is the best in the Union. Produce bringing double
the price than in locations away Iroin the city, and moie
than double the price than the West. It is known that
the earliest and best fruits and vegetables in this latitude
come from New Jersey, aud are annually exported to the
extent of millions.
In locating here, the settler has many advantages. He
is within a few hours ride of the great cities ot New Eng
land and Middle States, he is near his old friends and as
sociations, be is in a settled country where every improve
ment of comfort and civilization it at hand. He can buy
every article he wants at the cheapest price, and sell his
produce for the highest, (in the West this is reversed.)
lie has schools for his children, divine service, and will
enjoy an open winter, and delightful climate, where lev
ers are utterly unknown. The result of the change upon
those from the north, has general}' been to restore them
to an excellent state of health.
In the way of building and improving, lumber can be
obtained at "the mills at the rate of 410 or sls per thou
s <nd. Bricks from the brick yard opened in the place
every article can be procured in the place, good carpen
ters "are at hand, and there is no place in the Union where
buddings and improvements can be made cheaper.
The reader will at once be struck with the advantages
here presented, and ask himself why the property has not
been taken up before. The reason is, it was never thrown
in the market; and unless these statements were correct,
no one would be invited to examine the land before pur
chasing. This all are expected to do. They will see the
land under cultivation, such is the extent of the settle
ment that they will no doubt, meet persons, from their
own neighborhood ; they will witness the improvements
and can judge the character of the population. It they
come with a view to settle, they should come prepared to
stay a day or two and be ready to purchase, as locations
cannot be held on refusal.
There are two daily trains to Philadelphia, and to all
settlers who improve, THE RAILROAD COMPANY GIVES A
FREE TICKET FOR SIX MOSTHS, AND A HALF-PRICE TICKET
FOR THREE YEARS.
THE TOWN OF HAMMONTON—In connection with
the agricultural settlement, a new and thriving town has
naturally arisen, which presents inducements for any kind
of business, particularly stares and manufactories. The
Hhoe business could be carried on in this place and market
to good advantage, also cotton business, and manutacto
ries of agricultural implements or Founder its for casting
*ma/l articles. The improvement has iieen so rapid as to
insure a constant aud pe-manent increase of business
T wn lots of a good size, we do not sell small ones, as it
would effect the improvement of the place, can be had at
from SIOO and upwards.
The Hammonton Farmer, a monthly literary and agri
cultural sheet, containing full information of Hammonton,
can be obtained at 25 cents per annum.
Title indisputable—warrantee deeds given, clear of alt
incumbrance when money iR paid. Route to the land :
leave Vine street wharf. Philadelphia, for Hammonton by
Railroad, at 7$ A. M., or 4jP. M. Fare 90 cents. When
there inquire lor Mr. Byrnes. Boarding conveniences on
hand. Parties had better stop with Mr. Byrnes, a princi
pal, until they have decided as to purchasing, as he will
show them over the land in his carriage, free of expense.
Letters and applications can tie addressed to Landis &
Byrnes, Hammonton P. 0., Atlantic, Co., New Jersey, or
s. B. Coughlin, 202 South Filth Street, Philadelphia.—
Maps and information cheerfully furnished.
Raymond's Latest Improved,
POrBLF-THREAPED
FAMILY SEWING MACHINE
Price of Hand Machine 427 00
With stand and treadle, tools, Ac... .435 00
THESE MACHINES AFTER ONE
year of constant use, have been pronounced the best
Machines in the world, and have been used entensively in
tlie cities of St. Louis, Mo., Cincimttti, 0.. and Chicago.
111., among the first families, and are preferred to the high
er priced Machines.
They will Stitch. Hem, Tuck, Fell, Gather, and Em
broider. with perfect satisfaction, and especially adapted
to family use.
They will sew all kinds of goods, from t' e finest to the
coarsest, better than any Machines now extant.
The following are the advantages they possess over all
other Machines.
Ist. Any person of ordinary intelligence, can in one
hour, learn to use them successfully.
2nd. They are simple, strong and durable, easily under
stood and managed, and not liable to get out of order.
3rd. They use cotton from the ordinary spool without
rewinding.
4th. The stitch is stronger and more difficult to rip
than any other made by Machinery. The two threadsare
double-looped into each other, and firmly tied and knot
ted at every stitch, which is the best and most elastic
stitch ever made.
sth. They sew with cotton, linen and silk thread equal
ly well.
6th. They finish their work. There is no occasion to
fasten the thread at either end of the seam, as is required
by other shuttle stitching machines.
7th. Every Machine is made to run by hand or foot
power, thus combining the advantages of both methods.
All pers >ns des rous of purchasing the best and cheap
est Machine ever invented for family use, can now have
an opportunity, by addressing or calling on the subscri
ber, B. F. BHVW,
Ulster, Bradford County, Pa.
N. B. These Machines are warranted, and any person
purchasing them can return them and get their m uey, il
after one month's trial, do they not give satisfaction."
May 3, 1859.
IH. B. M'TCE^AJST,
FIRE INSURANCE AGENT, at Towan
da, Pa., for the following reliable Companies :
Girard Insurance Co. . . . Philadelphia, Pa
Capital, $300,000.
Great Western Insurance Co. - Philadelphia
Kensington Fire Insurance Co., - Philadelphia.
Capital, 4300,000.
Towanda. May 30, 1859.
EXTRACT OF LEMON, ROSE VAN
AJ ILL A, and Almond at FOX'S.
iHtscrllcinrous.
SELECT SCHOOL
For Young Ladies.
\riSSES CHIIBBUCK respectfully in
IYJL form the public that the Fall term of their school
will commence on Monday, the 2'.'th day of AUGUST,
in the room formerly occupied by them.
Thankful for the liberal patronage extended to them
during the past year, Misses C. assure their patrons that
no pains will be spared to merit a continnauce of the con
fidence of those who may confide pupils to their care.
MISS FANNY L. CHUBBUCK will have entire charge
of Music; and a limited number of scholars only will be
taken.
TERMS. TEH QUARTER OF 14 WKRRS.
Pint Clat —To include the elementry English
Branches $4 00
Second Clat* —To include the more advanced
English branches,with Mathematics and Latin 16 00
Third Clat* —To include Mathematics, Moral
and Mental Philosophy, Rhetoric, Botany, Ac.,
with Latin $7 00
Music —lnstruction on the Piano, with use of Instru
ment per quarter, 410 ; French, per term, 43, and Draw
ing 43, extra.
Each pupil will be expected to provide herself with a
desk and chair.
CVAny information in reference to this School may
be obtained by applying to H. S. Mercur or E. T. Fox.
Towanda. AugOst 1,1859.
, DICKINSON SEMINARY.
(FOR BOTH SEXES.)
Williamsport, Locoming County, Fa,
F ACULTY.
Rev. JOHN H. DASHIELL, A. M., (Principal ) Moral
Philosophy and Belle Lettres.
J. W. FERREE. A. M., Mathematics.
C. R. Z. CHIEGNER, A. M., Ancient and Modern Lao
! gu ages.
| GEORGE W. JOHN, A. 8., Natural Science.
WILLIAM LIGHTON, Instrumental and Vocal Music,
j Miss MARY R. CUSHMAN, Preceptress.
Miss LAURA M. VAN NESS, Painting and Drawing.
Rev. JOHN D. WALLACE, Preparatory Department,
i Miss EMMA MANLIN, Assistant Pupil."
8- M. GIBBS, Penmanship and Bookkeeping.
D. SHOWERS, Steward and Treasurer.
The Seminary Year is divided into three unequal terms.
: Pupils are received at any time. Deduction tor Absence
i is made on recommendation of the Faculty to the Trea
; surer.
Fall Term will begin, August 18th, 1859,
and end December 21st, 18 weeks,
i Winter Term will begin January sth. 1860,
end March 30th, 12 "
Summer Term will begin, March 31st 1860,
end June 21st, 12 "
j Board, washing, and furn
ished room, $2 3.5 pr week, or 498 70 pr yr.
, Gas and fixtures, 15 " " 6 30 "
Tuition, per 12 weeks.
Preparatory Deparment, to 00
" 6 00
j Scientific *' 700
I Scientific Lectures, (extra), 100 21 50 "
| Classical Department, 800
Incidental charges—Heating and Clean
ing Public Rooms, Ac., 80 cents per
12 weeks, 2 80
Total charge per year, 4132 30
Music, Drawing, Painting and Modern Languages,
Book keeping, Ornamental Penmanship and Wax-Fruit,
j extra.
No Student admitted to recitation until all bills are
| settled or arranged with the Treasurer.
Bills payable in advance, per term.
Student* should bring with them towels, napk'ns and
I bedding. These and their clothing should lie well mark
' ed.
This School has many advantages ; the Location is
beautiful and healthy, and has direct communication,
j twice a day. with Baltimore, New York and Philadelphia.
I The terms are cheaper than in the majority of schools
j The Buildings are spacious, lighted with gas, and well
i supplied with school and boarding requisites. Night
| Watch. Brothers aud sisters may be educated together.
Studies are liberally arranged to suit preferences or in
! dustry. Daily prayers, with singing and the reading ol
j God's Word in the Chapel. Mar.s-ly.
jsusqueljatna Collegiate Institute,
TOWANDA, BRADFORD CO., PA.
FACULTY !
OLIVER S. DEAN. A.lfc Principal Professor nfWncient
Languages, and Mental and Moral Sciences.
WM. H. DEAN. A. 8.. Associate Principal, Professor
of Mathematics and Natural Science.
Prof. CHARLES It. COBURV, County Superintendent,
Central Director of Normal Department,
j Mrs. ANN C. KELLOGG. Preceptress.
| Miss ANNA M. DEAN, Assistant Preceptress.
| Miss MARY B. ALLEN, Teacher of Vocal and Instru
mental Music.
Mr. CANFIELD DAYTON, Stcwarl.
The Fab Term commences WEDNESDAY, AUGUST
24, and will continue 14 weeks.
TUITION. PER TERM :
[Payable invariably in advance, or one-half on entering
the school, and one-half at the middle of the term—tuel
and contingencies included.]
Primary, per term I 5 00
Preparatory 6 00
Higher, Ist year, per term 7 00
Higher. Ist and 2d year, per term 8 00
Classical, Ist year, per term 7 00
Classical. 2d and 3d year, per terra 8 00
Collegiate, per term 10 00
N. B. Pupils will be classed by the most advanced
branch they respectively pursue.
Pupils using scholarships are charged $1 per term for
fuel and contingent".
EXTRA EXPENSES I
French 4 5 00
German 8 00
Drawing 3 00
Board in the Institute, per week, including fuel
and light 2 00
Washing, per dozen 38
The Collegiate year is divided into three terms of 14
weeks each. The A nniversaiy exercises will be held at
the close of the Spring term.
Instrumental Music will not, as heretofore, lie tanght in
the Institution, but by special arrangement—a class will
be taught in a ball adjoining the grounds of the Institute,
by the Teacher ol Vocal Music.
This arrangement has lieen adopted for the past term,
and experience has proved it to be eminently superior to
the plan pursued in former years. Special pains will be
taken to secure the greatest progress of those wishing to
take lessons in this branch. Terms will be as heretofore :
Tuition on Piano Forte, per term 410 00
Use of instrument for practice 3 00
Pnpils boarding in the Hall will furnish their own tow
els, Ac., and the table silver a. their option. It is desira
ble that they also furnish their own bed and bedding
when it is convenient, but when otherwise, these will be
furnished at a slight charge.
It is strongly recommended that students from abroad
should board in the Institution, as better opportunities
for advancement in study are thereby secured.
' Normal Department —Special exercises are arranged
without extra charge for those preparing themselves as
Teachers of Common Sehools. Prof. C. R COBUUN.the
able and well known Superintendent of Common Schools
in the county, has kindly consented to organize the Tea
cher's class, and direct the course to be pursued.
He will also be present to conduct its exercises as often
as practicable, and will deliver frequent lectures on the
Theory and Practice of Teaching, as also on other subjects
connected with Normal training.
Those persons, therefore, intending to engage in teach
ing tor the winter, will find it greatly to their advantage
to be present during the Fall term.
Prof. Cobnrn's connection with the institution is not
such as to in any way interfere with the discharge of the
regular duties of his office.
No pains will lie spared, on the part of the Faculty and
Trustees in sustaining the high repulatation the institu
tion has hitherto enjoyed, and in lendering it more wor
thy of future patronage and support
WILLIAM H. DEAN.) n . . .
Aug. 9, 1859. OLIVER S. DEAN, \ Principals.
HAY SCALES !
rpHE SUBSCRIBER IS MOW RRE-
X PARED to construct Hay Scales upon an improved
principle, where simplicity, accuracy, and durability are
so combined as to excel in at least simplicity and dura
bility any of the scales now in use. Also repairing of old
platform scales done on reasonable terms and with- dis
patch. Address G. W. JACKSON,
June 6, 1859. Wyalusing, Bradford Co., Pa.
BARCLAY r r a COAL COMPANY.
Office in Patton's block, corner of Main and Bridge
streets, Towanda. second floor.
Retail prices of Coal :
LUMP COAL. BMITH COAL.
By the single ton 42,25. 42,00.
Orders sold at the Office, and at O. D. Bartlett's store.
COAL will be delivered in town, at 2.5 cents per load.
JAMES MACFARLANE.
Towanda, July 18,1858. Gen l Superintendent.
SURVEYING.
TO LAND HOLDERS AND LAND
DEALERS. The subscriber having located perma
nently in Herrickville, tenders his services as Sur
veyor, to all who may need them. He professes to 1 e
thorough in his profession, and having had ten years
practice and being provided with a first class Vernier in
strument, by the arrangement of which, he can greatly
expedite work and overcome the numerous souiees of er
ror so preva'ent in the ordinary practice, and the cause
of so much litigation in this country.
Orders by letter properly attended to.
H. H. II ANN A.
HeTrichv'lle Fradfo-d Ceost-y, P&. May If.
Business Car&s.
DR CHAS. M.TURNER, J'JIYSICIAN
tc SURGEON, ofiHs lit* proft > **i"nal servieost"
the inhabitant* ol Towanda aud vicinity. Office and res
idence in the dwelling recehtly orrupied l>y H. BOOTH,
Ssq., one door north of the Episcopal Cbufeh, ou Maine
Etreet.
K. OVERTON, J*. O. t>. MONT4NY*.
Overton & montanye. ATTOR
NEYS A T LA W— Office in Union Block, former
y occupied by J as. Macfablank.
H. J. MAR>N.I. P. D. MORROW.
MA DILL & MORROW. A TTORNE YS
AND COUNSELLORS AT LA W ,— Office
over Mercur'* Store.Towanda, Pa.
Towanda, April 2, 18. n-43-tf
DIl. E.ll. MASON, PHYSICIAN AND
SURGEON, offers hi* professional service* to the
people of Towanda and vicinity. Office at hi residence
on Pine street, where he can always be found when not
professionally engaged.
T7 B. PARSONS, ATTORNEY AT
JLJW LAW, TROY, Bradford Co., Pa. Office over V.
M. A H. F. Long's store. Aug- 7, 156.
Henry b. mkean, ATTORNEY
AT LAW , TOWANDA, PA.; will pay prompt
attention to business entrusted to him. Collections made
on reasonable terms, with prompt remittances. octl9
"CUHANAN SMITH, harm* return**! to
JIJ Towanda, has opened a Law Office over Mercur's
Store. Dec. 1, 1857.
m-ffh PR. H. WESTON, DEN
TiST. permanently located in Towanda.
OFFICE one door south (X BaileyANevens'.
Towanda, Feb. 19.1859.
DR. GTS- PECK, SURGEON AND
MECHANICAL DENTIST, TOWANDA. Pa.
AyOffice. No. 1, Brick Row, over E. T. Fox's store
entrance first door cn Pine st. July 18,1859.
WOOL cA&onro.
WE have put onr machinery in the very
best order, and have engaged the services of two
good and experienced workmen.
Having abundance of machinery, room and power, shall
lie able to do work as fast a* it comes, and will card loads
from a distance as soon as brought. Cloth-dressing, dye
ing, Ac., will also be done in its season. I shall give the
business my personal attention hereafter, and will guar
antee all the work well done. _
H. B. INGHAM.
Camptown, May 10,1859.
| TOWANDA CABINET WAREHOUSE
gsrCHESTER WELLS would
fia'!g9BßaKß!£g£j respectfully inform his friends and the
public that he is now receiving at his new
stand one door east of Moutanyes A Co., a large and ex
tensive assortment of
Sofas, Mahogany Chairs, of various patterns,
Rosewood and Mahogany Side and Centre Tables,
Dining, Tea an J Pembroke Tables. Stands of every
kind. Cane, Fla K ' and Wood seat Chairs, high
Chairs, Children's Rockers, Bedsteads,
Bureaus, Lounges, Gilt and Rose
wood Picture Frame-. Iron Hat
Stands, Corner and do.
I of walnut and mahogany ; Cradles, Cribs, Wardrobes.
| Cupboards. Looking glasses. Ac.
t&~C OFFI N'S, of every size and quality, ard will at
tend OR all occasions when required.
The public are invited to examine my assortment before
nrcbasing elsewhere,a* 1 will sell cheaperthan any other
establishment in Northern Pennsylvania.
I Towanda, May 80. 1*59.
STORRS & CHATFIELD
OWEGO, N. Y,
Are agents for the sale of
Wheeler's Patent Railway Chain
II O RBE-POWER.
WHEELER'S PATENT
Combined Thresher and Winnower.
OVERSHOT THRESHER,
(With Vibrating Separator,)
Single or One horse Power and Separator,
WHEELER'S CLOVER HULLER,
LAWRENCE SAW-MILLS, (for sawing wood, Ac.)
All the above machines are manufactured by Wheeler,
Melick, A Co , Albany. N. V., and are warranted to give
entire satisfaction, or may be returned at the expiration
ot a reasonable time for trial.
S. HOB.TON A Co.'s
CELEBRATED DOG POWERS, FOR CHURNING, &C.
Constantly on hand.
XSF"Farmers and others wishing to procure any of the
above articles, will do well to call upon us before pnrchas
ing. June 28. 1859.
Hew Arrival of Clothing!
J. BSC. COLLINS
IS NOW RECEIVING TIIE LARGEST
stoek of Spring and Summer Clothing ever brought to
this market ,which;he is now selling at greatly reduced pri
ces. His stock consists of Brown Linen Sack Coats,
Brown Linen Frock do, White Linen Duck do. Queen's
1 loth do, Spanish Linen do, prices ranging from $1 to $3.
Brow* Linen Pants, Fancy Linen do. Cheek Marsailles
do, Tweed do. Fancy Cassimere do. Black Cassimere do.
White and Fancy Marsailles Vests, Figured Silk do,
Black Satin do. Black and Fancy Farmer's Satin do. Fig
ured Silk nnd Linen do. Black Cloth and Fancy Cloth,
Dress Coat*, Business Coats, Silk mixtures do. Plain and
Fancy Cassimere do, Tweed do, Kentucky Jeans do.
rVBNISHXNG GOODS.
Shirts. Drawers, Cravats, Suspenders. Collars, Linen
and Silk Pocket Handkerchiefs, White Shirts, Fancy do,
Marsailles do.
Cloths, Cassimeres, and Vesting^.
Black and Fancy Cord Cloths,
" " " Cassimeres,
" ■' " Vesting*,
All of which I am ready to makp up to order on short no
tice, and warrrnted to fit every time or no sale. I have
secured the services of Mr. Pennypacker to carrv on the
TAILORING BUSINESS. To all you that want cutting
or anything in that line will please give as a call.we keep
none but the best workmen. CUTTING done on short
notice. Thankful for past favors, lam now ready to wait
on any one who may give me a call. Don't forget the
place—one door south of Hall's Store.
Towanda, May 10, 1859. J. M. COLLINS.
NEW SPRING
AND
SUMMER GOODS!
T IIARVEY PHINNEY WOULD
U • respectfully return his thanks to the public for the
liberal patronage he has sustained, and as the citizens of
Bradford and surrounding counties, can appreciate good
Goods at low prices, he is now prepared to ofler greater
inducements for their patronage than ever. His stock
consists in part of
Book Muslin, Hoops. Hoop Skirts,
Poplins, Lawns, Cballies, Stair Carpets.
DeLains, Chambraya, Jacqnard Diapers, white,
French Chints, Jacqnard Diapers, brown,
Table Covers, Linen Collars.
Jaconet Muslins, Book do., Irish Linen, Dimity,
Swiss Muslin. Cambric do., Crape and Crambric Collars
N'ansook Muslin, French Veils,
Dotted Swiss, Organdys,
Victoria Lawns, French. Scotch and Ameri-
B-iyadere Swiss. can Ginghams,
White Cotten Girders, French Lawns. Robe Lawns
Swiss Sleeves, All Wool DeLaines,
Cambric Bands, Bayadere Savella,
Cashmere Shawls, Double Skirt Robes,
Stella Shawls, French Prints,
Silk Mantillas, Velvet Ribbons,
Parasols, Belt Ribbons,
American Print*, Oilcloths,
Bonnet Ribbons, Ingrain Carpet*,
Taffeta Ribbons, Venetian Carpets,
Cloths, Cassimeres. Denims, Stripes, Ticking. Sheet
ing, Shirting, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, Groceries, Hard
ware. Crockery, Ac. Call and see what bargains can be
bad at No, 3, PATTON'S BLOCK.
Towanda. April 26, 1859.
STOVES FOR SALE—A Second Hand,
No. 10, " Queen of the West" COOKING STOVE,
in good condition also a Sheet-iron Air Tight STOVE
will be oll cheap. Aoplvjrtth'seffiee. N0v.10,1868.
TOWANDA FOUNDRY?"
THE snbscri Iter con tin nen to carry on the
Fonpdry business in Towanda, and is prepared to
do all kinds of work in his line on short notice and in a
workmanlike manner. He will keep on hand or make to
order Plows, Stoves, Mill Irons, Sleigh Shoe*, Wagon-
Boxes. and any article of cast iron that may be required.
Turning and fitting up work will be done on short notice
and on reasonable term*. Person* wishing to purchase
Stokes of any kind will find it much to their advantage
to buy at the Foundry, as they can be repaired much
cheaper. Please call and examine before purchasing else
where. Old cast iron and Grain taken in payment—
Don't mistake the place—one door east of Mercur's Block.
JOT I would also say to those having accounts stand
ing offer six months, that they must be settled without
delay, and those having notes that are due will do well to
pav up and sake cost. JOHN CARMAN,
towanda, Oct. 22.1858.
NEW TIN SHOP!
THE undersigned respectfully informs bis friends and
the public generally, that he has opened a new
TIN WARE A SHEET IRON ESTABLISHMENT
in the Foundry, first door below Mercur's Store, where
he is prepared to conduct the business in all its various
branches.
Tin Ware and House Spouting of all kinds, made UJ oi
der, on short rtotice- Stokes of tayJrfUji XtyNss toftstantly
for sale. Particular attention paid to Jobbing. Old Iron,
Copper and Brass taken in exchange for goods
June 1,1858. JOHN CARMAN.
MYER'SMILLS,
THE undersigned having purchased the above #elf
known mills and attached to it a Steam Engine, anc
also put every thing connected with it in perfect repair,
with all the modern improvements now in use in first
class Flouring Mills—would re*[>eotfnlly solicit the pa
tronage of the community—trnsthrg that the reputation
the mill has heretofore borne may not suffer in the hands
of the new firm. It shall be our aim to do all work en
trusted to us promptly and in the liest possible m nner.
Customers from a distance may rely upon having their
work done at once, so as to make but one trip " to mill.''
Mr. FROST will continue to give his own personal at
tention to the business at the mill.
CASH paid for all kinds of GRAIN ; also Floar. Meal
and Feed for sale at the lowest market prices.
MYER, FROST A CO.
ia*AC urn j. o. FKOST a. T. FOX.
Nokth Tcwanda, Oct. 6. 1858.
Patronize a Borne ZSnterprize I
A Book-Bindery in Towanda!
f T/"E would respectfully announce to our friends and
VY the public generally, that we have connected with
our Printing Office and Bonk A Stationery Store, a Plain
and Fancy BOOK-BINDERY, and earnestly solicit the
patronage of all who desire anything in the iine.
Having secured the services of one of the best binders
in the United States, we tiatterourselves that we can give
universal satisfaction both in workmanship and price.—
Therefore we present to the public the strongest assuran
ces that we are prepared to bind in a workmanlike man
ner, all kinds of BOOKS, among which we may name
Bibles, Histories. Music, Magazines. Pamphlets. Periodi
cals, and School Books, to order or pattern in
French, Italian, German and English style ; in
Velvet, Silk, Cloth, Leather and Paper.
npon the most reasonable rates, for CASH, or ready pay
XdrGive us a trial.
Particular attention given to re-binding Books. All
work warranted to be properly executed.
MI- Plain and Fancy Paper Boxes made to order.
Jan 1, 1858. E. A. PARSONS.
BOOKS 8L STATIONERY!
*a~The attention of the public is requested to the very
general nd excellent assortment always on hand at the
Argus Book and Stationery Store, first building north of
the Ward House. Call and examine our stock.
New Store! New Prices!
11. W. NOBLE,
No. 5, Brick Bow, Towanda,
TTtTIIOLESALE k RETAIL LIQUOR
T T DEALER, now offers to the public a well selected
stock of Wines. Liquors, Tobacco, Havana and Domestic
Cigars. Consisting in part of the following :
BRANDlES.—Hennessey. Otard. Cognac, and Dupuy.
GlNS.— Holland. Rose, and Scheidam Schnapps.
RUMS— Santa Cruz, Jamaica, and New England.
WHISKEYS.— Bourbon, Scotch, Monongehala, Old
Crow, and Old Rye.
WlNES.—Champaigne. Claret. Sherry, Madeira, Bur
gundy. Port, Muscat, Malaga, Domestic. French cor
dials of all brands.
CIGARS.—La Victoria, Washington, Light Guard*,
Rio Knndo, Henry Clay, La Fontica, La Isabella, La Flor
d'Cubana, Prineipe, Yarn. Principe.
TOBACCO—A good assortment of Cut. Chewing, Smo
king and Manufactured Tobacco of various brands. aL of
which will be sold at the lowest prices for Cash, or to
prompt payers. All kinds of produce taken In exchange
for Good*,
N. B. A large lot of Jugs, Demijohns, and bottles of all
sizes for sale.
Towanda, Feb. 22,1859.
GEO. IT. BUNTING,
RESPECTFULLY informs his former customers and
the public generally,that he has removed hia
TAILOR'S SB OP,
To one door south of Tracy A Moore's store and imme
diately opposite V. C. Half's Stove and Tin Store Main st.
He flatters himself that from his long experience in bu
siness he will T.e able to please all who may favor him
with their custom. Owing to the law pressure in the mo
ney market, he will make Coats from $2 50 to $4 50each
and other work in proportion for READY PAY.
Country Produce RA payment, wifl not be refused, if
flered- Towanda, March 20,1858.
Eliason, Greener & Co.
Piano Forte Manufacturers,
AND MUSIC PUBLISHERS,
No. 51, Water-at., Elm ir
TN ADDITION TO A LARGE ASSOBT-
X ment of our own manufatcured Piano Fortes, which
have now been in use for years, and have been pronounc
ed by Mens. STRACKOSCH and other eminent Artists,
unsurpassed in tonch, tone and durability, we hare a large
stock of the world-wide celebrated
• Chickering- dt Sons," Boston: Grand
and Square Piano Fortes,
who have received thirty-four medals in Europe and A met
ica for the best Piano Fortes. We have also
Raven, Bacon Co.'s.
Piano Fortes, which are undoubtedly prefcrable'to any
other makers in New York.
Being manufacturers ourselves, we get the above In
struments on the roost favorable terms, enabling us to
sell them to dealers and Seminaries at their regular whole
sale prices.
Carhart, Needham & Co.'s, Melodeons.
Mr. Carhart being the original inventor of the above In
struments, and the same having all the valuable improve
ments, it is only ju t to say they are not to be excelled.
A large assortment of SHEET MUSIC.
One of our firm having had long experience in this
branch, parties at a distance not able to visit our Ware
rooms, may rely on his selections.
The best of Italian Strings, Violins. Guitars, etc. Par
ticular utter.tion is paid to the selection of BRASS IN
STRUMENTS for Bands.
All Piano Fortes bought of us are WARRANTED for
three years.
Pianos and Melodeons TO RENT, and sent all over the
country t extremely low prices.
Parties wishing to purchase Piano Fortes, or any other
Musical Merchandize, and save from ten to fifteen per
cent., will please call, or address
ELIASON, GREENER A CO.
May 16,1859. 51 Water Street, Elmira, N. Y.
Wm. Dittkich, is agent for the firm at Towanda.
Opening of the North Branch,
AND AN ARRIVAL OF
AN EXTENSIVE ASSORTMENT
OF SPRING AND SUMMER
Siifl S & <iH
ME SOLOMON HAS JUSTRETURN
• ED from New York with the largest and most
complete assortment of
SPRING &. SUMMER CLOTHING!
Ever exhibited in this market. He has also a large and
beautiful assortment of GENTLEMEN'S FURNISHING
GOODS, which have been selected wiih special refrence
to the wants of this market.
Our stock of SUMMER COATS, comprises an endless
variety of Dress, Raglans, and Sacks, at prices ranging
from $1 25 to $o 50. Pants and Vests in proportion.
As our Goods have been purchased for CASH, we are
enabled to sell them at prices which will defy compcti
tion. We cordially invite our old customers and the pub
lic generally, to call, see and judge for themselves, feel
ing confident that we shall be able to please the most fas
tidious.
REM EMBER THE PLACE—No. 2. Patton'* Block-
Towanda, April 26, 1859. M. E. SOLOMON.
HARDWARE— A NEW LOT JUST
received *t