The I>ailv Review.
Towanda, Pa.. Wednesday, May 18,1881.
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P. POWELL, P. M.
Judge Ingham's Lecture.
The seventh and last lecture of the Insti
tute course was delivered on Monday evening
by Hon. Judge Ingham. The subject of the
lecture was "Success in Life." In commenc
ing, the lecturer said, a weather-proof audi
ence like this deserves to be entertaiued. lie
was sorry to be compelled to read a lecture
for there is something which is never found
written, in the tone and glowing thought of
au extemporaneous speaker. There are some
advantages, however, in having a lecture
written; correct expressions are used and the
results of careful thought are clearly ex
pressed. We often hear it remarked |lhat
this or that man is "successful." The ordi
nary meaning is that he has accumulated
property or achieved fame. Such success is
only for the few; the success I mean is for
thejjmauy. It is the attainment of that degree
of happiness which the Creator has placed
within reach of human beings upon this
earth. If there are any who suppose that
this happiness comes as naturally as the
winds and tides, they have been dull observ
ers of the ways of men. Some hold that we
are creatures of fate; others that every indi
vidual controls his own destiny. Ordinary
observation teaches that while we are sur
rounded by uncontrolablc circumstances yet
there is a wide field wherein we may choose
our own paths for good or evil. We must,
as individuals, accept the situations in which
we are placed. The condition may be made
better or worse, and the resolute endeavor of
every one should be to make it better. The
young should look first with intelligent eyes
at their own surroundings and then deter
mine their course of action. Their object in
life should be wisely considered and clearly
defined in their own minds and the paths by
which thev hope to reach it carefully select
ed. Wealth and fame may be desirable; but
the road to happiness does not necessarily
lead to such ends. The wealth that comes as
the result of honest labor is desirable; the
honors which are heaped upon those who un
selfishly labor to benefit their country or
mankind are more desirable than the bright
est jewels that adorn a crown. The ancient
teachings tended to stimulate the young to
achieve fame; their idea of immortality was
the immortality of a great name. The im
mortality which wise men now prize is the
happy immortality of the soul; and no plan
of a successful life can be formed which does
not include that.
Some of the general points which should be
considered by all young persons are health,
education, habits, business, marriage, poli
tics and religion. Health is the basis of hap
piness and the usual basis of all solid actiiev
ments. Those who have good constitutions
may easily preserve health; but it often hap
pens that they are the most prodigal of na
ture's priceless gift. The human organism,
the temple of the soul was made for use, not
abuse. No laws of health can be broken vvi.h
impunity, and they who will not obey must
suffer the penalty. This penalty may be
mere discomfort; it may be settled disease;
it may be early death. Success in life de
pends largely upon good and steady habits.
Hen. Grant in speaking of his grand move
ment which resulted in the capture of Vicks
burg said: *'A great deal can be accomplishes
in eight days." Those who at times must
make exceptionally great efforts, will find a
vast reserve of powers in systematic habit.
Learn to do things systematically and you
will save much valuable time. In all the
works of life habits adapted to the place are
essential to success. Having said so much
for good habits it is unnecessary to add, avoid
forming bad habits. A young man might as
well hope for success in life with a bad habit
as a wrecked mariner to swim when loaded
with lead. If you have a bad habit get rid of
it at once. Be masters of yourselves, remem
bering that he who rules "his own spirit is
better than he who taketh a city. The educa
tion which conduces to success in life is that
culture of mind and body which enlarges
and strengthens the natural powers, it may
be obtained in schools, in the fields and in the
workshops. The opportunities of acquiring
knowledge are now so widely diffused that
the young have only to reach out determined
hands and grasp what, they need. Schools
and colleges afford the best oppertunities for
the d epest and widest culture; but neither
schools nor masters can drive true education
into the heads of heedless, idle and vain
scholars. Education does not consist in the
parrot like repetition of other peoples words
and thoughts. Teonle must learn to think
and act for themselves, gathering from the
wide fields of history, literature and science
the accumulations of ages of thought and ex
perience, they must digest and make it their
own. Besides the practical advantage of
education in all kinds of business it conduces
largely to success in life in adding to our en
joyments. Carlyle who had explored the
world of knowledge felt mingled pity and
reverence for his father whose life was limit
ed to a circle of fif'y miles and whose knowl
edge was derived from his bible and the oral
memories of old men. Knowledge is a per
ennial fountain refreshing, invigorating and
delighting the mind while life remains and
sends a better soul into eternity. A suitable
business or employment is essential to suc
cess in life. The rich as well as poor should
not be without a means of earning a living.
The accumulated we* Ith of years may vanish
in a day; the uncertainties of business life
make it necessary for all to have a care that
misfortune comes not upon them unprepared.
Establish yourselves in some of the great
grooves of necessary employments, be they
what they may. Establish yourselves by
fitness, by thoroughness, by patience and by
determination. Blessed are those who keep
clear of the dark shadow of debt, and enjoy
luxeries that are paid for. In whatever bus
iness you engage let it bear the impress of
your integrity. Let truth, honor and honesty
be vour mottoes and success cannot be far off.
St. Paul said ho that giveth in marriage do
etli well; but he that giveth not in marriage
doeth better. Paul was called to immense la
bor in prorogating the religion of Christ, in
perils often, in weariness, hunger, thirst,cold
and nakedness, he planted the seeds of chris
tianity throughout the civilized world. Such
labors would have hardly been as successful
with the additional care's of a family. To
day 110 doubt many are so situated that it is
best for them not to marry. VV'ith these ex
ceptions success in life includes a suitable
marriage. Suitable because the bonds of
matrimony which with congenial persons are
capable of developing the purest, noblest and
most delightful traits of human character;
are also capable of becoming iron chains of ;
discord and dispair. If youth ever has wis- i
(lorn,let it be shown in marriage. Love is the I
great theme of the ages. The poets sing of it,!
musicians laud it and all nalure proclaims it-
It heals contentions. Soficns trials, lightens
labors, strengthens hope and pours a tlood o '
sunlight apon all around. David Wilmol
whose genial face was seen not long ago in
Towanda and whose name and fame extend
ed throughout the Unian. once advised a
voung man to let politics alone. Political
iife is full of anxieties and those who pursue
it as a business or gain are unwise. It is our
duty to keep ourselves well informed as to
public events and as to the character of pub
lic men so that we can vote' understandingly
Our government must be preserved, the
principles for which our fathers fought and
died must be sustained. Though politics a
a business is not desirable, slilll there is 110
reason why an honest man should refuse an 1
otliec that comes within his reach and is
worth having. Through political wire-pull- ,
ing to the winds, perform yonr duties hon
estly believing that 1
" All things good await
II im who cares not to be great
Hut as he serves or saves the State:
Not once or twice in our rough island story
The path of duty was the way to glory."
There can be no plan of a successful life
which does not recognize our dependence
upon the over ruling power of the divine
creator. In the midst of the cares, responsi
bilities and and afflictions of life we need the
helning hand of the Almighty and must call
upon him in prayer. Low is the spirit that
feels no gratitude for endless benetits; dull
is the clay that kindles not with love for the
Creator of love itself. Deep in our hearts
suould be tho peipo ual fountains of love and
adoration for the most High. There can be no
true success in life for those who do not ob
serve this first and greatest commandment.
Abou Ben Adhem merely asked to have bis
name written down as one who loved his fel
low men; but when the list of those whom
God had blest was shown ''Behold Ben Ad
hem's name led all the rest!" Love is the
very sunshine of life; the wider it extends
among men. the more happiness it diffuses.
Love sent aid to burning Chicago, tood to
starving Ireland and docetrs and nurses to
fever-stricken Vicksburg. The highest
achievement that any human being can hope
for is to be one of God's factors in the glori
ous work of establishing universal happiness.
My words may inspire hope and resolution in
some; and remember that mistakes and fail
ures may discourage-vou often,but rise hope
fully when you fail, and never oe discouaged
for Uod is always iu reach of prayer. B
SOLDIERS' SONS.— AII soldiers' sons over
the age of eight years are requested to meet
at the Armory of Co. A., on Saturday, May
21st, at 4 o'clock, P. M., for the purpose of
making a preliminary organization to partici
pate in the decoration day ceremonies as a
body of sons of soldiers of the late rebellion.
Parents are requested to come with their
sons, if possible. All aae requested to be in
formed us to company and regiment in which
the father served. It is hoped that the sold
iers will see that their sons maybe taught
the proper observance of decorating now in
order, tbat they will understand its meaning
when they, as sons of soldiers, will be ex
pected to take ou places in the observance of
these memorial services.
BY ORDER OF COMMITTEE.
Fitch's ice cream parlors are now open for
the season, llis cream needs 110 recommen
dation. It is unequaled in quality.
BUSINESS LOCALS.
Children's carriages for sale by C.P.Welles.
"What everybody wants is the best organ for
the least amount of money: Therefore every
body wants the Burdett; and when you've
said" that, you've told the whole story."
So say the brightest and busiest organ
dealers throughout the land, who are furn
ishing this matchless instrument to a musica
public, which is rapidly learning to distinguish
its marvellously pure and beautiful voice
from that which is not music. For sale by
J. A. Manville, No. 3 Bridge St., Towanda.
Elegant Residence for Sale
The fine residence erected and owned by
the late W. 11. Morgan, is offered for sale at
a bargain. The property is eligibiv located
on Main street, and the house is one of the
best built and most complete in Towanda—is
supplied with furnace, range, hot and cold
water, gas, bath-rooms, &c. The barn is also
a model of convenience, with plenty of water.
An artistic iron fence in front of the lot.
The grounds have been fitted up at great ex
pense. The property will be sold at a sacri
fice. For further particulars call on or ad
dress, O. D. KINNEY.
Towanda, March 7,1881.
HOUSES AND LOTS FOR SALE AND RENT.
I have a number of dwelling houses for
rent or for sale on easy terms. Also, eligi
ble and desirable building lots which will be
sold on long credit to persons desiring to
build. (mar. 1,3 m) L. ELSBKEE.
SEASONABLE GOODS AT DYE & Co's.—The
"Daisey," a first-class Lawn Mower at the
following very low prices:
Twelve inch - $ll.OO
Fourteen inch - 12.00
Sixteen iuch - 13.00
The manufacturers have advanced prices
on these mowers since our stock was pur
ed. We give our customers the benefit of old
prices. We have a fine stock of water coolers
and ic3 cream freezers. Our plumbing and
gas fitting department is now in order, and
we shall be pleased to h#ve any one wanting
work of that kind done to give "us a call.
OF THE RECEIPTS AXT> EXPENDITURES OF THE OVERSEERS OF THE POOR OF THE
BOROUGH OF TOWANDA, FOR THE YEAR ENDING MARCH 31st, 1881.
Expenditures.
Linus Mott, permanent. slls 65 |
Mrs. Lewis Lewis, permanent 66 50 !
Lewis Lewis, permanent 79 75 |
Margaret Blake, insane 168 25 j
T. J. Jones, permanent 124 68
Joanna Croak, dismissed April 17th 3 56
Mrs. J. D. Maxwell, temporary 2 00
Anna Hornbeck and child, temporary 20 63 i
Mrs. Phebe Webb, permanent 48 77
Miss Martha Lewis, idiotic 100 00
Lyman Hemans and wife, permanent 131 23 |
Mrs. John Connelly, temporary 3 50 j
Mrs. Catharine McNulty, permanent 144 00 |
Mrs.Leonore Berry and children, permanent 46 50 j
Mrs. Adam Wolfe, dismissed April 3d 2 08 ,
Charles Hincliman, permanent 68 26 '
Mary Kelley, permanent 85 59
Nora Cronan, temporary 1 00
Lilly Stoll, left August 20th 6 63
11. Thompson, dismissed January 6,1881... 32 38
Aibro Vincent, temporary 3 80
Mrs. George Barnes, temporary 1 75
E. Hurlburt, dismissed January 29, 1881, 45 21
J. Gorham, transportation 75
C. R. Alexander, temporary 4 42
P. Talada, temporary 1 70
Mrs. Jones, temporary 3 36
Mrs. Hemais and child, permanent 7 24
Tim O'Brien, transportation 80
Henry Passmore, sick, transient 15 00
8. P. \Yhitcomb. stationery 3 42
Henry Barnes, work on cemetery 2 00
William Fassett, insane 184 75
Dr. Joseph Kingsbury, Treasurer. Cr*
Received of collector on duplicate of 1879 $843 28
Duplicate of ISBO 2,442 98
Received from Commissioners on lands
returned 59 98
Total $3,356 24
Account with Collector Wickham.
Balance due on duplicate 1879, $853 28
Amount received $853 28
Total $853 28 $853 28
Liabilities March 31, 1881.
(For payment of which no demand has yet been
made on Treasurer).
Due for Lewis Lewis's board $23 00
Due J. G. Fatton, Mrs. Webb's rent 6 00
Due E. T. Fox, Hincliman's rent 36 00
Due Ca roll, Mrs. 8. Berry's rent, 6 months.. 18 00
Danville Asylum, Fassett's care 8 00
Martha Lewis (idiot) board 15 00
We, the Overseers of the Poor of Towanda Borough, do certify that the foregoing statement of the
receipts and expenditures for the support of the poor of said Borough f< r the year ending March 31st,
1881, is correct. D. 3. PRATT, ) Overseers of the Poor
Attest—T. KINGSBURY, Treasurer. WM. MIX, \ UVLlseelß 01 ine 1 001 •
We, the undersigned, Auditors of the Borough of Towanda, do certify that we have examined the
accounts of the Overseers of the Poor for said Borough for the year ending March 31st, iBBI, and fiud
the same correct as above set forth. H. T. STEVENS, )
H. L. LAMOREUX, [ Auditors.
Towanda, May 5,1831. F. E. JAYNE, )
N' >TE.—A supplementary and final account will he rendered when the (>verseers arc released by the
County Commissioners from any further responsibil'ty ; and notice is hereby given that the Treasurer
will pay all claims against the Overseers (approved by them) for the support of the poor on demand.
Towanda, May 18, 1881. J. KINGSBURY, Treasurer.
STATEMENT
The finest building lot inTowanda borough
corner of Poplar and Second streets, between
the residence of Hon. E. O. Goodrich and
E. Walker, will be sold cheap. Apply to O.
D Kinuev
FARM FOR SALE.—I offer for sale on reason
able terms a valuable farm, located in the
valley of the Towanda creek, about 2 1-2
milos from Towanda, containing 75 acres,
under a good state of cultivation, well water
ed, a yourig orchard of choice trees, good
framecl dwelling house, and fine large barn—
with underground stabling. I will sell this
farm on long time, or exchange it in part for
property in Towada borough.
JOSEPH G. PATTON.
"Jacobs the Clothier.'' has the best assort
ed and nobbiest stock of Spring clothing, fur
nishing goods, Ac., of any dealer in Towan
da which we can assure you are sold fully 15
per cent lower than other dealers for the
same goods.
A NEW ENTERPRISE.—R. S. Thurber has
provided himself with a suitable " rig" and
is now prepared to deliver all kinds of
packages, goods, trunks, Ac., on the shortest
notice and at reasonable rates. Orders left at
Stevens A Long's and Dye A Co.'s will re
ceive prompt attention.
WANTS.
Under this head we tcill insert FREE, notices of
situatiojis or help wanted.
Wanted, A Good Girl who can cook, wash
and iron. Apply at the house of E. O. Mac
farlaue, Houston street.
FOR RENT.
Convenient medium sized house, well situ
ated, for rent cheap. P. W. LANE.
FOR RENT. — A desirable medium sized
house on 4th street near Chestnut. Inquire
at this office or of J. 11. Nevins.
Several good offices and rooms suitable for
small families. Water and other conveniences.
Over Powell A Co's store. Inquire of H. P.
Moore. TRACY A MOORE.
Two good houses for rent cheap.
MADILL A KINNEY.
Hannah Cranmer, permanent S3S 83
Lewis Leo, permanent 57 75
Mary Keating, permanent 110 75
Mrs. Lock Adams, temporary 3 60
Ellen Finlon, temporary 2 00
Fd Sprague, insane, transient 5 00
S.lMosier, family, temporary 24 50
Wm Robinson, support and funeral expense 52 15
Mrs Daher, temporary 2 40
Mrs. Luke Gillespie, funeral expenses 12 50
Luke Gillespie, permanent 173 33
It. W. Van Larger, permanent 71 08
Mary Garin, transient 1 50
Mrs. Burt, transient 7 15
Joe Johnson, funeral expenses 10 00
Mrs. Oorbit, temporary 1 98
Michael Clary, temporary 10 00
Lewis Sisson's board and funeral expenses 31 00
Mrs. Nelson I*. Brown, permanent 13 37
Eph Lewis, care in sickness 10 30
Mrs. Lapere, transient 2 00
J. Johnson, temporary 4 68
Mrs. Stephen Lewis, permanent 53 27
N. N. Bells, stamped check book 1 00
W.J.Young, cesis for poor claims for supp't 8 40
Alrord & Son, printing three order books.. 3 00
T>. S. Pratt, overseer 150 00
William Mix, overseer 150 00
J. Kingsbury, clerk, $100; stationery, $2.50 102 50
J. N. Califf, legal services 15 00
Total $2,604 55
Tsv amount'due Treasurer as per Auditors'
certificate April 1, 1880 $122 07
Overseers' orders paid 2,604 55
Cash in the Treasury 628 72
Total $3,356 24
Amount of duplicate of 1880 $2,898 49
Amount received $2,442 98
Exonerations 41 66
Commissions 142 84
Total amount due from Collector $271 01
Assets March 31, 1881.
Cash in the Treasury $628 72
Due from Collector 271 01