Danvers Eagle & Whig Newspapers, 1844-1845, Part 18

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A person who neglects to read the Advertisements, is no lover of business or any thing else.

UP By the kindness of our neighbor, Mr. O. E. Pope, we are permitted to take from his cabinet of curiosities, the follow- ing PROCLAMATION, and to present it to our readers. The fact that it was issued by our Fathers at Watertown, Mass,, on the same day that the Declaration of Indepen- dence was made at Philadelphia, is a coin- cidence worthy of remembrance. In these degenerate days, when " self love moves the whole " it is refreshing to advert to those times, when our Fathers confiding in the over-ruling Providence of God, and the justness of their cause, were ready to sac- rifice all for their Country's good. We are happy to recognize among the names of those who signed this paper, that of our venerable townsman, the HON. SAMUEL HOLTEN, wbom we delight to remember as the perfect gentleman, and true patriot, and to whom the citizens of this town are under great obligations, for the correct principles of business and of government, which have been their distinguishing characteristics.

PROCLAMATION. For a Day of public Humiliation, Fasting and Prayer.

It being our incumbent Duty to acknowl- edge GOD, in all our Ways, and to com- mit all our Affairs, both public and pri- vate, to the alwise Direction and Gui- dance; and especially, in a Day of sin- gular, and general Calamity, to implore his merciful Interposition; and it having been the laudable Practice of this Gov- ernment to recommend, and appoint Days of public Fasting and Prayer, upon special and solemn Occasions, and this Court apprehending the present Season to be big with the most important Events, not only to this, but to all THE UNITED AMERICAN COLONIES, and sensible that. these Events are at the Disposal of the supreme Governour of the Universe:

And all fertile Labour and Recreation are forbidden on the said Day.

GIVEN at the Council Chamber at Wa- tertown, the fourth day of July, in the Year of our LORD 1776.

JAMES BOWDOIN, JER. POWELL,

CALEB CUSHING, J. WINTHROP, RICH. DERBY, Junr. ELDAD TAYLOR, JOHN WETBOMB, SAMUEL HOLTEN,

JABEZ FISHER, MOSES GILL,

JOHN TAYLOR, BENJ. WHITE,

WILLIAM PHILLIPS,

BENJ. AUSTIN,

HENRY GARDNER,

DANIEL DAVIS,

D. SEWELL, D. HOPKINS, FRANCIS DANA.

By their Honor's Command,

JOHN AVERY, Jun Dep. Sec'y. GOD Save AMERICA!

WOMAN'S INFLUENCE .- No. 1. have nothing to do with the Eastern Rail Road. Move then, in this matter, and have a road that will accommodate the travel- ling public, better than the old one; and such management and regulations, that shall win the favor of the whole travelling public, and keep it. Move then, for now is the time, while public opinion is so de- cided against monopolizing,'discommoding, and public insulting policy of the old road. Look at the subject in all its bearing- make up your minds you are right-then go ahead.

BCP Wo understand the Rev. John Prince of Essex, has received, and accep- ted an invitation, to settle as Pastor of the 2d Universalist Society in this town, and will commence his labors on the 3d Sun- day of November.

We understand also, that Rev. Day K. Lee, has received, and accepted an invita- tion to settle as Pastor of the ed Universal- ist Society in Salem, and will commence his labors next Sabbath, at the Sewall St. Church.

BCP If any of our friends are in want of Oysters or Clam-Chowder, we assure them

by calling at MR. JOSEPH G. SHED'S, oppo-

fitted up his establishment, is now ready to serve up the bivalve testaceous fish, at short notice, and in a manner that cannot but suit the most fastideous. Call and sec.

E Danvers is evidently in the height of prosperity-every thing looks bright- on every side we see new buildings rapid- ly going up, and new Firms are commene- ing business-new stores are about to be opened-and last, though not least, our sub- scription list is still open for subscribers,

Mn. DAMON :- I take upon myself no small amount of pride in being the humble means of enriching your columns by draw- ing out the treasures from the mind of the great Amos the 4th. Little did I think while penning the few lines for your last paper, in praise of his almost superhuman acquire- ments, and humbly asking for a mere "slice' of Grahamism" from tho storchouse in which is garnered so great an amount of intellectual ailment, that we should instead favored with one of the greatest poetical productions ever before penned by mortal man. Shakespeare, Byron, Scott, Pope, Cowper and all the bright poetical lumina- ries that have ever graced the literary fir- mament, glimmer like half extinguished torch lights in comparison with the "lone star" of Turkey Plains. Had we a mind capable of writing a commentary on this great literary shower of dumplings-a show- er far transcending in splendor the great fall of stars a few years since, which elicit- ed so much admiration and comment, and has furnished of late great capital for the

The time has come, fully come, for the people of Danvers to decide, whether they will be connected with Boston, the great centre of business, by a direct communica- tion, or still suffer on the many inconve- niences to which they are now subjected, an indefinite time longer. Now is the time to move-the people of Gloucester are wil- ling to build a road to upper Beverly, and they wish the people of Beverly, Salem and Danvers, to continue the same to meet the upper route, and thus go right into Boston, without suffering the many inconveniences of the East Boston Ferry. Citizens of Danvers, as manufactures, you are direct- Millerite sages; I say, dear Mr. Editor, had I the power, I would endeavor to show after the manner of the commentators on the productions of the bard of Avon, the depth of thought contained in every dump-

ly interested in this project. Instead of be- ing left, as you now are, between the two great thoroughfares to the heart of New England, you become as it were, a part of lin, which the casual reader would not be her, taking the merchant only about as long to come right into your midst to pur-

chase your manufactures, as it now takes

different meaning is expressed. We have him to walk the length of the City. Will

that where the foundation is rotten and un- stable, there can be no permanent super- work is accomplished. There seems to be

those more severe Judgments that our Sins structure. We advise all our friends to but one feeling along the whole line, and deserve; and which, in the present Aspects| be industrious and attentive to business; that is, to have the road, and have nothing of Divine Providence, we are warned to and in this way willthey be best prepared to do with the Eastern Rail Road. One to meet their Lord and Master when he gentleman in Gloucester, is willing to sub- prepare for; That he would command his Blessing upon all our public Councils in this important Crisis of our political Affairs; |comes.

eral, his Officers, and Soldiers; succeed Many and various are the objections raised by individuals, against the idea that and prosper their Arms, wherever employ- ed; that our cruel, and unnatural Enemies may be defeated in their open Attempts, Woman is capable of attaining to that de- gree of usefulness, and becoming in all re- spects as moral and intellectual, as Man. Such objections are not founded on reason secret Plots, and diabolical Machinations to subjugate, or destroy us; and this People, placing their Hope and Confidence in that GOD, in whom their patriotic, and pious Fathers trusted, and were delivered, may or common sense. Need we refer to the host of female stars, who are now shining be disposed, with manly Chearfulness to offer themselves for the Defence of their with unfading brilliancy in the literary fir- bleeding COUNTRY, and of those Rights, ci- vil and religious, upon the Enjoyment of which, the Peace and Happiness of the present, and future Generations depend; mament, and dazzling the eyes of all who gaze upon their productions. Need we re- fer to Hemans, Orne, Scott, Sigourney, St. Leon Loud, Heiltz, Taylor, Leslie, Sawyer, and the like. To come nearer bome, need we refer you to a Perley, a Putnam, a Gove, or a Jones, or many oth- ers whose productions often find their way into the columns of the Eagle, and chain the attentions of its numerous readers ?- Need we refer to the influence of Woman in the affairs even of our Nation? Need we refer you to her influence in the family circle? The man who has continually har- rassed and perplexed, in business during the day, returns home at night and finds that he will be pleased to hear the Cry of the Prisoner, and grant a speedy Libera- tion to all our captivated Brethren; that he would Water the Earth with timely re- freshing Showers, and cause this Year to abound with Health, and, Plenty; and pre- vent the spreading of any epidemical Sick- ness among us; that he would put a stop to the wanton Effusion of human Blood, guard and defend our Sea-Coasts from the Invasions of those Sons of War, destin'd by Britain indiscriminately to burn and de- stroy ;- That he would protect our Fron- tiers from the Inroads of the Northern Sav- ages: That he would pour out of his Spir- it upon this People, and his Blessing upon their Offspring; and that he would spread the peaceful Kingdom of the DIVINE RE- there one who will will dispel the darkest DEEMER over the Face of the WHOLE HABI- TABLE WORLD.

cloud, and heal the deepest wounds of af- fliction .- One who is ever ready to aid, ad- they cannot be better accommodated than. vise and instruct.'

View Woman's influence in the great site the Monument, who, having recently Moral Reforms of the day. See that form worn out and emaciated on account of the conduct of an intemperate husband. She has bourne with silence his reproaches .- She has worked night and day to earn something wherewith to purchase the. com- mon necessaries of life ;- and after so toil- ing, has seen her husband take the pro- ceeds, and spend it for-RuM! At last she is compelled to bring the subject before him, and she watches a favorable opportu- nity,-then throws herself at his feet, and a mild, sincere, and affecting manner, that For the Danvers Eagle. would soften and melt a heart of adamant, she entreats him to forsuke and flee from this vortex of hell! How many men have been lifted from their degraded condition by the hand of a wife, a sister, or a mother!

DANVERS RAIL ROAD.

SECOND ADVENT OF CHRIST The extraordinary delusion that has pre-| vailed in all parts of our country, in rela- tion to the interpretation of the Prophecies supposed to refer to the Second Advent of our Saviour, has been the cause of so We have thought fit, with the Advice of much misery and suffering, that it is the Council, and at the Desire of the House of duty of every friend of humanity and of Representatives, to appoint, and do here- truth, to endeavor to correct these false by set apart THURSDAY the first day of Au- gust next, to be observed, throughout this notions. As we understand this matter, Colony, as a Day of solemn Humiliation, there are two insurmountable difficulties in Fasting and Prayer; hereby calling upon the way of all these calculations. 1st, There is no means of fixing the time Ministers and People, publickly to humble themselves under the righteous Hand of GOD; penitently to acknowledge their when the calculations is to commence.

many heinous, and aggravated Sins, and 2d, It is based on a false assumption the Righteousness of his Dispensations to- ward them: With devout, and importu- nate Supplications to implore Almighty GOD, that the Frowns of his Providence, manifested by the severe Drought where-

that the word Day, as used in the Scrip- tures, is to be taken to mean a Year. Now there is no reason whatever, for so assum- ing. On the contrary, whenever the word with some Parts of the Land have been vi- day, it is to be taken to mean literally a sited, and all the humiliating Events which day, or twenty-four hours; unless some have lately taken Place in America, may, under the divine Influence, produce a sin- cere Repentance, and thorough Reforma- not room to discuss this matter, as its im- tion among all Orders, and Degree of Per- portance demands; but will simply say, sons; that He would mercifully remove the present Tokens and Effects of his Righte- ous Displeasure against us, and prevent

you not study your own interest as well as your convenience, by putting your hand to the plough, and not look back, until this

likely to scent out. But I find that I "lack brain." Abler commentators may be found who will be proud to penetrate into the bowels of these immortal dumplins and dig out their luscious in'ards.

But "I'll try, " as Gen. Miller said-I'll try, Mr. Editor to show forth, the beauties of a few lines, at this time, and reserve the remainder for deeper study by the midnight lamp, if I recover from this great mental task. But first let me light this good long nine, and go into it ald stuart.

Here's the text, which he credits t Shakespeare, but it is evident it must hay been the production of his own pen, for ffe heretofore immortal bard could never lave

scribe $10,000 in this route-provided they

conceived so much richness and beauty in four lines, and will now sink into the shades, since Amos has come forth in his might.) Here it is; and if you have not before read it, take the precaution to procure a rotten egg and look through it from opex to opex, that the' brilliancy of thought expressed may not dazzle your intellect :-

"Behold the boy who hails from Carletonville, A prodigy of learning, science, skill -: See what BIG DROPS from his prolific brains, Comes down upon the SOIL OF TURKEY PLAINS."

Now it is evident that, among other things Amos has the highest sense of the beautiful, and can see "good in every thing." And as he takes his evening walk over the beau- tiful plains where turkies - promenade, his prolific imagination sees as it were big drops of intellect hailed down. His stretch of thought can create an "airy NOTHING" almost, into a beautiful figure. And how can it be otherwise, living as he does on these Guano Plains, than that his intellect should show all the richness of a Rowley Pumpkin?

But I find, Mr. Editor, that I, am making my article too lengthy, and will wind off with the promise, if it is agreeable to your

readers another "lick" at the dumplings of every quaint style of architecture trav- next week. SYNTAX.

From the Whig.

Mr. Editor :- I noticed an article in your last paper interesting to the inhabitants of to remain.

our good town, inasmuch as it gives us in- formation touching "our good name." I very much doubt whether there were more than a dozen persons in the town, besides your correspondent, who knew whence the name originated. I was not before aware that the patron of Lieut. Gov. Phipps was Sir Joseph; but supposed him to be some one connected with the Earl D'Anvers, a nobleman in the north of England, and one of the judges who condemned Charles found it ornamented with various agricul- tural implements, probably emblematical of the business of the inhabitants. Like

1. to the scaffold. The name and arms of Lord D'Anvers appear on the death-war- rant of that unfortunate prince, immediate- ly preceding or succeeding those of Oliver the rest of the city, it looked like a travel- Cromwell, and near those of Goffe and Whalley. The title has been for many years extinct.

There is, we believe, but one Danvers in the United States; which is one reason why we should cherish the name. It is a great evil, and a growing one, -that there are so many towns counties, rivers, &c.,

bearing the same names. How many let- during the late dreadful storm on Lakes ters miscarried, in consequence of this ab- surd notion of naming every new town for some old one, or in honor of some distin- guished man. We hope there will be no other Danvers than our own. Erie and Ontario. The loss of property in Buffalo alone. is estimated at $25,000. The loss of life has been great. Already 52 dead bodies had been recovered.

EXP A Whig and a Democrat walking together the other day, agreed to make up The steamship Great Western arrived at two lines of poetry apiece for each other's New York, on Saturday evening, bringing favorite candidate. The following are their Liverpool dates to October 12, her day of sailing.

There was very little change in the state of the market, and very little news except the arrival of the French King in England, which appears to have set John Bull all a- gog.

In Algiers, the French troops were still harrassrd by the Arabs connected with Ab- del-Kadir.

The report that the British Government was about to take extreme measures on the subject of " repudiation," is not confirm- ed.

A divorce has been decreed between Prince Gustavus Vasa and his wife, the Princess Louisa Amelia Stephana of Ba- den.

The Nuremburg Correspondent states that the working classes of Brood, in Bohe- mia, had risen, en masse, and destroyed several factories. Troops had arrived, however, from the neighboring garrisons, and no doubt was entertained of the restor- ation of order.

There are reports of extensive failures in Manchester.

An excellent rule for living happy in so- ciety, is never to concern one's self with the affairs of others, unless they desire it. Under pretence of being useful, people oft- for that which perchance, will neither last en show more curiosity than kindness.

eindtP Don't forget Shepard & Burley's Ation, next Friday evening.

TAPLEYVILLE.

This celebrated city is now in a state of unexampled prosperity. We are aware that owing to the defects of Modern Geog- raphy it is not be found on the maps. But we know that the city exists, and, as we remarked before, is in a flourishing condi_ tion, having been there and seen its Mayor and his corporation. It is situated on one of the numerous streams that empty into the Atlantic Ocean and contains as large a population as its buildings will convenient- ly accommodate. There is one peculiarity Small Debts .-- Dr. Johnson observes that they are like small shot, rattling on every side, and can hardly be escaped without a wound; great debts are like a cannon, of loud noise but little danger. Ninety-nine out of a hundred will acknowledge the truth of the doctor's observation. which we believe is not common to any other place. By the City Regulations it is pro- videded that no house or other building shall be erected within the territory and the city is entirely composed of buildings which have emigrated from other places in- MARRIED, to it, and by this means it is constantly in- creasing. Nothing is more ommocn than In this town, on the 20th inst. by Rev. Mr. Stowe, Mr Samuel Curtis to Miss Mary Prescott. -, hy Rev. Mr- Mr to see houses of all sizes and shapes and to Miss . of A generous

slice of - - accompanied the announcement of this union of - - and

May they live long and - -, and be blessed with

many

DEATHS, In this town, Infant child of Mr. E. G. Berry, aged

"Welcome dear habe to Jesus' breast, Forever there in joy to rest, Welcome to Jesus' courts ahe ve. To sing thy great Redesmer's love." B. C. P.

In Topsfield, Mr. Wmn. Farnham aged 40. In Boxford, Jedidiah Farnham, aged 38, brother of the former.

By this event many have been called to mouru, not only their family connexions but all who knew them will realize a loss that will not soon be forgotten. In Topsfield. Miss - ary Perkins, aged 16 yrs. daugh- ter of Mr. Deniby Perkins. "Those we love are passing from us- Passing like the summer flowers ; Soon our dearest heart-companions Death shall gather to his bowers. .. B. C. P. In Havanna, Ang. 15th, of Billions Fever, Capt. Jo. seph W. Upton of this town, aged 44, for several years a Ship- Master between New Orleans and Liverpool.

EP VOTES, & POLITICAL HAND- BILLS, printed at this Office, at short no- tice, and CHEAP. Give us a call.

J. B. BROWN, Umbrella and Parasol Manufacturer; No. 276 Essex Street, Salem.

WOULD inform his friends and the pub- lie. that he is prepared to execute or ders iu the above line, with neatness, punctu- ality and despatch.

Umbrellas and Parasols repaired and covered with Silk. Gingham and Cotton, of different colors. Old Umbrella and Parasol Frames bought, exchanged, or taken in part pay for new. A variety of old and new Umbrellas, constantly on hand, very low.

N. B .- Razors, Scissors, Penknives, and all sorts of Cutlery, ground.

The subscriber would hereby give notice, that he cannot be responsible for goods delivered to persons who may endeavor to collect the same in his name.

Also, Silver Mounted, Ivory Mounted,

and common WALKING CANES, all sizes, at priees varying from 25 cents to 5 00. He has the best assortment of CANES that he found in Boston, or elsewhere.

Salem, Oct. 30. 3m

MONUMENT DIVISION, No. 5. The regular Meetings of Monument Di- vision, No. 5, will be on Thursday eve- ings, instead of Wednesday evenings. AT SANGER'S HALL. Members of the Order are respectfully in- vited to attend. E. MEACOM, R. S.

Danvers, Oct. 2, 1844.

DRUGS & MEDICINES.

A good assortment constantly on hand and for sale at the lowest prices. By J. SHED, AGENT

NEARLY OPPOSITE THE MONUMENT. Thomsonian Medicines - Brandreth's, Indian Veg etabie, Beckwith's, Lee's, Dean's. Parr's, and other Pills - Sherman's. Brown's, and Fale's Wonn Lozen- ges, for sale as above. tf 2 Danvers, Sept 4;

S. A. POOLE,

CARRIAGE AND HARNESS MANUFACTURER, Has taken the Stand on Main Street, fortheriy occu pied by the iate Mr Thomas Robbins, and will give his attention to orders in any branch of his business. TRUNKS, VELISES, &c., furnished as above. Danvers, October 5, 1844.

W. D. JOPLIN,

NEARLY OPPOSITE THE MONUMENT, DANVERS.

Settle Up!

A LL Person- indebted in the subscribers by Note or Account, are requested to call and see th the same previous to the first of Jan'y next, " without fail," or they will find them in other hands for immediate Col- lection A. P. PERLEY, &Co. 3m

North Danvers, Oct. 23.

WANTED.

A boy, about 15 years of age, to learn the trade of a TIN PLATE WORKER. Apply at the Intelligeene Office. Good wages given. Danvers,, Oct. 23.

JAMES M. MARTIN, COLLAR, SADDLE, & HARNESS MAKER, IN REAR OF No 272 ESSEX STREET, SALEM. LADIES' RIDING SADDLES,

MADE TO ORDER

All orders for anything in the above line will be thank- fully received, and promptly uttended to. Salemi, Auzust 28. 1844. tf 1

WANTEDIMMEDIATELY SIX OR RIGHT FIRST RATE TENEMENTS, in the South Parish, "renting from $50 to $125. Enquire of S.T. DAMON, at the INTELLIGENCE OFFICE No. 1. Allen's Building, (3d story.) ALSO. WANTED, Six smart Girls to do bouse- work, in Salem. Danvers. Sept. 18, 1844.

M. E. OSGOOD & Co., DEALERS IN HATS, CAPS, FURS, and UMBRELLAS, 58 WASHINGTON STREET, 58 Three Doors North of State Street, BOSTON. Boston, Sept 11, 1844. 4m3

J. SHED.

NOTARY PUBLIC. Opposite the Monument. 3 All kinds of writing; conveyancing, and probate business attended lo promptly. Danvers, Sept, 4.

FRUIT TREES.

The subscriber will receive orders for Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Plants, &c. &c., from the celebrated Nur- series and Gardens of Parsons & Co., Flushing, L. I, W. D. JOPLIN, Danvers, Oct. 9 Aged.

DR. J. H. BATCHELDER, DENTIST, No. 3 Allen's Building, ::::: South Danvers.

WANTED,

A BOY, from 14 to 16 years of age, to learn the Shoemaker's Trade. Que partially acquainted with Pegging Shoes, would be preferable. "Good wages given. For partienlars, apply at the Intelligence Office. Also, wanted, 2 apprentices to the Printing Buisness. Also, wanted to hire, on 3 months, 850. Security for four times the amount. can be given, if required. Apply at the Intelligence Office. Danvers, Oci 16

TRUNKS AND HARNESSES. C' THE Subscriber would respectfully inform his friends and the public, that he has removed his TRUNK AND HARNESS ESTABLISHMENT TO NO. 35 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, where he will continue to keep on hand an assortmen of TRUNKS, CARPET BAGS, and VALLIECES. Also, Chaise. Wagon, and Cart Harness, Collars, &c which he will sell cheap for cash.

N. B. A good article of Traveling Trunks, for $2,50. Salem, Sept. 25, 1844. WILLIAM MAYNES.

J. A. ROBINSON, DENTIST,

No. 49 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, Salem. Ang 28 (Opposite City Hall) :tf 1

FALL & WINTER FASHIONS, FOR, 1844 & '45,

Just received by the subscriber, who is now ready to make all kinds of Garments in the Winter style. 'All Coats are made by himself.

N. B. Wanted, 3 good, steady girls, to learn the trade ... M. TELYEA.A

Danvers, Oct. 2. tf 62

WILLIAM ARCHER, JR., DEALER IN

WATCHES, JEWELRY AND SPECTACLES, No. 290 Essex St. Salem. Clocks, Watches and Music boxes care- fully repaired and warranted. Salem, Sept. 25, 1844. tf 5

SAVE YOUR POSTAGE! HALE & CO.'S

INDEPENDENT LETTER MAIL OFFICE. Letters forwarded to all parts of the Union, from this town. hy J. SHED, AGENT, Nearly opposite the Monument. N. B. Postage 6} cents. Mail closes at 12 o'clock, M. Danvers, September 4th, 1844.

ARRIVAL OF THE GREAT WESTERN.

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Danvers Eagle & Whig Newspapers, 1844-1845, Part 18

Author: Samuel T. Damon (Danvers Eagle) / Danvers Whig publisher unknown. Publication date: Publisher: Number of Pages: 139

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