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POETICAL.
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OLD AGE.
Bring down the faded blossoms of the spring,
Nor clasp the roses with regretful hand;
The joy of summer i3 a vanished thing ;
Let it depart, and learn to understand
The gladness of great calm—the autumn rest,
The peace—of humanjoys the latest and <he
best.
Ah! I remember how in early days
The primrose and the wild-flower grew beside
My tangled forest paths; whose devious eyes
Filled me with joys of mysteries untried,
And terror that was more than half delight,
And sense of budding life, and longings infinite.
And I remember how, in life’s hot noon,
Around my path the lavish roses shed
Color and fragrance, and the air of June
Breathed rapture—now those summer days
are fled;
Days of sweet peril, when the serpent lay
Lurking at every turn of life’s enchanted way.
The light of spring the summer glow, are o’er ;
And I rejoice in knowing that for me
The woodbine and the roses bloom no more,
The tender green is gone from field and tree;
Brown barren sprays stand clear against the
blue I ,'
And leaves fall fast, and let the truthful sun
light through.
For me the hooded herbs of autumn grow,
Square stemmed and sober; rue and mint and
sage,
Ilorehound and balm—such plants as healers
know;
And the decline of life’s long pilgrimage
Is soft and sweet with maloram and thyme;
with pure evening dew, not serpent’s glit
tering slime.
And round my path the aromatic air
Breathes health and perfume, and the turfy
ground
Is soft for weary feet, and smooth and fair
With little thornless blossoms that abound
In safe dry places, where the mountain side
Lies to the setting sun, and no ill beast can hide.
What is there to regret ? Why should I mourn
To leave the forst and the marsh behind,
Or toward the rank, low meadows sandy turn ?
Since here another loveliness I find,
Safer and not less beautiful—and blest
With glimpses, faint and far, of the long wished
for rest.
And so I drop the roses from my hand,
And let the thorn-picks heal, and take my
way
Down hill, across a fair and peacetul land,
Lapt in the golden calm of dying day ;
Glad that the night is near, and glad to know
That rough or smooth the way, I have not far
to go.
LAUGHOGYIAMS.
Heine liatod England and the English.
*" He said once: “I am firmly convinced
that a blaspheming Frenchman is a spec
tacle more pleasing in the eyes of the
Lord than a praying Englishman.”
A country boy, who went to Louisville
for an education, was asked by his teach
er in geography. “What is a strait ?”
and horrified her by replying, “It beats
two pair.”
A facetious young lady wickedly re
marks that the reason that the jieculiar
equipages seen at watering-places are
called dog-carts is that puppies always
ride in them.
A corresspondent of the Now York
Mail says that “kissing a lady with an
I lizabeihan ruff on is about as much fun
as embracing a circular’ saw in full mo
tion.”
Little Hussio sprinkled her mother’s
new $1)0 hat. She thought it a “‘tunnin’
flower-darden.” Howls were heard in
that neighborhood for the next half hour.
An Indian woman, whose suit for di
voi ce had lingered along until she was
completely out of patience, burst into
lcr lawyer s office, last week, her face
radiant with joy, and cxx'aimed, “Squire
the old man’s dead!”
In old times, an essential part of a
brides outfit was sand for scouring her
kitchen implements. Now-a-days they
don t trouble about the sand ; all that is
required from the father is that he shall
“down with the dust.”
“Pray, Jack, why did you marry such
a little wrier Why,” saidhe, “Ithought
you would have l.noipi, that of all evils
we should choose the least.”
When we asked a man a few days ago
what induced him to make a law student
of his son, he replied-: “Oh, he always
was a lying little cuss, and I thought I’d
humor his leading propensity.”
Not long since, a lady, who belongs
on the editorial staff of one of the lead
ing dailies of New York, had been detain
ed by office duties until rather a late
hour. Living on the Heights in Brook
yn, it was not much of a venture to go
home without an escort, so she started.
Un the boat a gentleman [?] said, “Are
you alone? “No, sir,” said the lady, and
w len the boat touched stepped oft'. “I
lought you said that you were not alone,
said the fellow, stejjpmg to her side fb-
KK* ?, am , not ’” re P lied ie ladv.
VV ~7’ 1 do , n t se any one ; who is with
you. God Almighty and the angles, sir
—i am never alone.” You keep too
night ” C ° mpany forme > niadarn; good
A } Vestern editor does not think much
of fishing as a sport. He says, “AVe
stood all day in the river last week, but
caught nothing until we got home—
enough to satisfy us for some time.”
An Arizona editor thus catalogues the
accumulation on his sanctum desk for
t e month past: “Two invitations to
act as a second in a duel, a call to an In
ojan-hnnting raid, a pair of bearskin pan
taioons presented by a hunter, a three
pound nugget of silver, a free pass on a
stage route, two lottery tickets, two Apa
che scafys, a call to act as post-master
and justice of the peace, a notico of a li
fiud > au d twenty-seven dollars worth
pf faro chocks.”
“I’LL CALL TO-MORROW.”
Some years since, a wealthy carriage
maker, residing in Philadelphia, was very
much annoyed by the calls of hackmen,
cabmen, omnibus drivers, &c., who made
pretence of wishing to purchase a buggy
or carriage, would put him to consider
ble trouble in showing them all the vari
eties he had on hand, and explaining the
difference, the very lowest price on each
vehicle, and then leave with the consol
idea that they would “think on’t,” and
if they concluded to purchase, “why,
they would call again to-morrow.” But
it so happened that they never called a
second time. This daily inquiry, we
say had become very annoying, and the
owner, in self defence had resolved on
not paying any attention to a customer,
unless he came well. About this time
the owner was one day standing in the
door of his sales room, when up came a
rough looking man, well bundled up in
a course overcoat, wearing heavy boots,
and had in his hand a whip, who thus
accosted him:
“Good day, sir. “Are you the owner
of this establishment?”
“Well, I am,” replied the proprietor,
with a look which seemed to say, “now
you want to try it, don’t you? I know
you!”
“Have you any fine carriages for
sale ?” inquired the stranger, apparently
not heeding the boorishness of the oth
er.
“I have.”
“At what prices ?”
“Different prices, of course,” said the
owner.
“Ab! yes. Can I look at some of
them ?”
“You can do as you please, stranger.
They are there.” pointing within a room,
near.
The man bowed politely, and passed
in, examined the vehicles, returned and
said:
“There is one, I think, will answer my
purpose,” pointing to it-—“what is the
price ?”
“Two hundred dollars, is the price of
it.”
“Is that the lowest?” asked the stran
ger.
“That’s the lowest,” replied the own
er.
“Well, I’ll call and give you my decis
ion to-morrow,” anti the stranger walked
away.
“Yes, you’ll call to-morrow! O yes
certainly,” replied the owner, in a tone
of irony, not so low but the stranger
overhead him; but he kept on liis way,
taking no outward notice of the gentle
man’s remark.
“Fool who,” and the owner commenc
ed whistling.
The next day came, and with it the
stranger.
“I have come according to promise,”
said he.
“I see you have,” said the owner, a
little abashed.
“I will take that carriage, sir,” and to
the astonishment of the other, he pulled
out an old wallet, well stuffed with bills,
deliberately counted out two hundred
dollars.
The owner was completely staggered.
Here was something new. A cabman
with so much money! He took the
money, looked at it, and then at the
stranger—eyed him from head to foot,
aud even examined his boots attentively.
Then he counted the money over and
held up each bill to the light to see if it
were not counterfeit. No. All good.—
A thought struck him. He would find
out his name!
“I suppose you would like a receipt ?”
said the proprietor at length to the
stranger.
“It mayhems well.”
“Yes, sir. “What name?”
“AVashington Irving.”
“Sir,” said the other, actually stalling
back with amazement. Did I understand
your name—”
“AYasliington Irving,” replied the oth
er—an almost imperceptible smile hov
eling around his mouth.
“AVash Irvin sir my
dear sir”—stammered the owner confus
edly—“l—l—l really beg ten thousand
pardons, sir, but pardon me—but I
mistook you for a cabman, sir! I did in
deed I”
“No excuse, friend,” replied Irving.—
“I am no better than you took me for.—
You acted perfectly rightand having
at length succeeded in getting his re
ceipt amid a host of apologies, he polite
ly bade the humble carriage maker “good
day,” and left him to the chagrin that he
had mistaken for a cabman, a man whose
lofty genius had commanded the admi
ration of the whole world.
The friend who related this anecdote,
asserted that it was a fact—and was told
to him by the veritable owner himsilf.—
It doubtless proved a lesson to him—
not to judge of men by thy dress.
Indiana has the largest public school
fund of any State in the Union, amount
ing to $8,000,000. /
NOT READY TO DIE.
The following is no fabrication of an
irreverent secular journal, but from the
orthodox Memphis Presbyterian: “Tra
veling in his buggy alone, not long ago,
in going to one of his appointments, one
of our good brethem in the Presbytery
of Memphis overtook a ‘foot pad,’ with
his carpet bag in his hand. The roads
were muddy, and he was just at the time
about entering a miry bottom. With
the politeness for which he is noted, he
asked the pedestrian [an entcire stran
ger] if he would not take a seat in the
buggy until, at least, they had crossed
the mud and the mire. The invitation
was readily accepted, and conversation
for a time was free and easy, about
things ordinary and general. Present
ly, however, the good brother, with a
view to make the conversation profitable
asked the stranger if he was ready to
die ? Not knowing the character of the
person who had invited him to a seat
with him, and misapprehending his
meaning and suspecting foul play, he
waited not to reply, but sprang from the
buggy immediately and ran for life
through slush and water. The clerical
brother, wishing to assure the stranger
that he meant no harm, called to him at
the top of his voice to stop! But this
only hastened his speed, and like a scared
hare, he ran until beyond hearing and
sight. In his hast£ flight he left his car
pet sack, which our brother now has in
his possession, being the richer for his
faithfulness by the addition of a coarse
shirt, a pair of threadbare trousers, and
a little “oacker.”
Men will never know what effect it
would have had on Job if eleven little
girle had called on him, one after ano.
ther, and tried to sell him tickets to a
Sunday schooll picnic.
Says Jones, “What’s the matter with
your eye ?” “O, nothing,” only my wife
said this morning I’d better get up and
make a fire; I told her to make it herself
—that’s all.”
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Th. recent to it of Fir. Proof Safes
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MARVIN & GO.,
265 Broadway, N. Y.,
721 Chestnut St., Phlla.
JOHN T. OSBORN,
ATTORNEY AT LAW
EL.BERTOIV, GA.
Will give undivided attention to law cases.
To Arrive ! New Goods !
ATTRACTIVE AND NO VET !
OIJR MR. T. A. JONES IS NOW IN NEW YOKE SELECTING OUR FALL
STOCK, EMBRACING
FL-LL HII Of fOREfdl MO OOF, Elf If
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FANCY GOODS, CLOTHING,
Boots and Shoes, Hats and Caps, Hardware, Groceries, &c.
and we guarantee to sell goods as low as tUey can be purcbasced
In Augusta, Atlanta or any other market. We earnestly Solicit a
call Irom you. when joti visit our town, lor we (eel confide! t, that
Cor style, quality, and prices, our selection will be bard to surpass*
J. H. JONES & CO.
TEMPTING PRICES
AT THE
Southern Dry Goods Store
189 BROAD ST.,AUGUSTA, GrJ\-
OLD PRICES GIVING WAY TO NEW ONES. BARGAINS ALL OYER THE STORE.
We are determined not to carry over, any Spring or Summer Goods at all, therefore all persons
in need of anything usually kept in a first-class Dry Goods Store should not delay calling on
at once or send for samples.
BARGAINS IN DRESS WOODS.
Including Silks, Poplins, Grenadines, Japanese Cloths, Batiste Cloths, Muslins, Cambrics, white
and colored Lawns, &c.
BARGAINS
In Hamburg Trimmings, Kid Gloves, Hosiery, Fancy Goods, Notions, &c.
EXTRA BARGAINS
In Lace Points—a beautiful assortment, from $2.50 to $75, and many other articles too numerous
to mention. In all orders from samples sent we pay the express charges when retail bills amount
to $lO or over. 1 89 B rOad St.
The People’s Clothing Store
THE LARGEST HOUSE IN THE STATE,
268 Broad st., Augusta, W. A. RAMSEY, Agent.
\\ r E offer this season the largest line of Fine, Medium and Common Ready-made Spring and
W Summer CLOTHING for Men and Boys in the State. We have some of the most elegant
coods that can be found, and every article of our own make, and equal to custom work, together
with the finest line of FURNISHING GOODS in the city. HATS, CAPS, TRUNKS, VALISES,, Ac.
New Goods constantly arriving. Large men or small will find no trouble in getting fitted. Boy*
rom 21 to 20 vears old can be suited. No one should purchase Clothing before examining this
misuse stock. a P 23 AY. A. RAMSEY, Agent.
SOMETHING WORTH REMEMBERING
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OUR BUYER (MR. KEAN) IS NOW IN NEW YORK, CULLING GEMS FROM ALL THE
LARGE IMPORTING HOUSES,
iu the United States, and feels confident that for
Style, Quality & Cheapness
HiS SELECTIONS WILL BE HARD TO SURPASS.
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T* coming in rapidly, and we cordially invite all to visit us daily, as there will be something
XEW, ATTRACTIVE AND NOVEL
Every day, and it affords us pleasure to display them, whether you buy or not.
We will sell to COUIVTBY MERCHANTS at KTew York quota
tions for CASH.
For apm-oved City Acceptance we will sell on a credit to Ist October next, adding 1} per
cent interest per month.
Apply Avith perfect confidence in our willingness and ability to
serve you as well as any house South, and you will not be disap
pointed. . Very Respectfully,
KEAN & CASSELS.
— —T I I
DOZIER & WALTON
BROAD STREET, AUGUSTA, GA.
E. G. ROGERS,
147 and 149 Broad Street.
AUGUSTA, GA.
I am now offering a very superior stock of
FURNITURE
Of all grades, comprising Parlor, Chamber, Din ■
ing-room, Hall and office Furniture, in great va
riety of style. My stock of Chamber Suites is
especially varied, being the best in the city.
UN3HETAKING.
My Undertaking department is now fully or
ganized, and I am prepared to furnish Coffins,
Cases, and Caskets in nil the varieties,
from the best manufactory and of my own make.
METALIC CASKS from the most ap
proved makers always on hand.
Experienced attendants. Calls attended at all
hours. Apply at night, or on Sundays, iu yard
at rear of store at 102 GREENE ST., second
honse below City Hall. [Myl4-3m
FOR SALE.
In Store and to Arrive.
100 Ilbds. Bacon .SHOULDERS,
ho Hnds. Bacon SIDES.
lOu Hhds. Reboiled MOLASSES
20 Hhds. Cuba MOLASSES
20 Puncheons Demaraia MOLASSES
200 Barrels Reboiled MOLASSES
60 Barrels New Orleans MOLASSES
40 Hhds. New Orleans SUGARS
-35 Hhds. Demarara SUGARS
150 Barrels Refined SUGARg
50 Tierces RICE
150 Tierces Choice Leaf LARD
150 Kegs Choice Leaf LARD
150 Boxes Pale SOAP
150 Boxes and half boxes Adamantine CAN
DLES
100 Bags Rio, Java and Laguyra COFFEE.
325 Boxes Well-cured Bulk 0. R SIDES
50 Boxes Well-cured Bulk SHOULDERS.
Brooms, Woodware, Spices, Starch, Matches,
Chewing and Smoking Tobacco, Twines, Wrap
ping paper, at lowest wholesale prices.
W ALT, CLARK & €.,
Mch26 Augusta, Georgia,
PIANO* COMPANY
It costs less than s;{ to make any
Piano sold through agents, all of whom make
100 per cent, profit. We have no agents, but
ship direct to families at factory price.
We make only one styleand have butoneprice.
Two Hundred and Ninety Hollars , net cn.sh, with
no discount to dealers or commissions to teach
ers. Our lumber is thoroughly seasoned; our
cases are Double Veneered with Rosewood, have
front round corners, serpentine bottom and carv
ed legs. We use the full iron plate with over
strung bass, French Grand action with top dam
pers, and our keys are of the best ivory, with
ivory fronts. Our /’iano has seven octavts, is &
feet 9 inches long, 3 feet 4 inches wide, and
weighs, boxed, 955 pounds. Every Piano is fully
warranted for five years.
Send for illustrated circular, in which we re
fer to over 700 Bankers, Merchants, etc., some
of whom you may know, using our Pianos in 44
States and Territories.
U. S. PIANO COMPANY,
810 Broad svay, N. Y.
Please state, where you saw this notice.
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As our Renewer in many cases
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