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The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

The ensuing fourth of July is to be eel
ebrated in this city. The citizens have
appointed JAMES w. GRIMES, Esq, Or
ator, and Gen. AUGUSTUS DODGE, Reader
of the Declaration Of independence.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

IMPROVEMENT OF THE CITY.
Would it not be well for our city au-
thorities to make some movement in re-
gard to grading and M'Adamizing the
Streets? If a majority Of the citizens
were in favor of the measure, and made
some expression of their wishes on the
subject, we have no doubt that loan Of
a few thousand dollars might be obtained
on the faith Of the Corporation, who will
soon have ample funds, that would make
Burlington different place, altogether
from what it now is. If the idea strikes
the citizens favorably, we hope meeting
may be called Immediately, and action
taken thereon. Every citizen has an in
terest in the improvement of the city, and
we know of none that would add SO much
to the beauty Of the place as the one pro-
posed. As it is, our streets are contlnu-
ally washing into gullies, which renders
it very unpleasant for man, certainly, and
for beast supposititiously. Suitable mate
rails are at hand; and we presume labor
ers could be had on reasonable terms. 1t
would give new life and energy to our
whole population, and we know Il Ladd,
who if he had the contract, would make
the business go ahead in good earnest.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20
Country Produce will be taken a
this Office in payment for the Patriot.

HTo all those who cannot pay in adj
vance, twenty-five cents will be charged
for every three months delay.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

A most scurrilous attack was made on us in
the last Saturdays Gazette, over the signature
of John H. Mckinney, the Junior partner Of
that establishment 1t is about on par with
similar efforts that have been made since our
first entrance into this Territory kind of
stepping out of the way to black ball our char
acter-a species of yindictive persecution
which must inevitably react detrimentally on
all those who have SO little judgment and SO
much depravity as to make them. The article
to which we allude occupies two thirds OF a
column and all that can be understood as ap-
plying to ourself, is made up of such tissue Of
blackguardism and personal abuse that we'should
entirely out of place. We cannot, however,
avoid remarking in this connection, that such
articles will never be tolerated in this conmu-
nifty. Our citizens know too well that the
public sentiment Of any section of country is
Judged of by the character of its public jour-
mails. Let such an article as the one alluded to
go abroad without rebuke and what will be
thought of this community? Especially. let it
90 into Illinois and those places where our char
actcr is better known than it is here, what will
be the conclusion? There are those in this vi
cinity who have known us for years, and to
them we appealed them give an impartial
statement of our whole course, both public and
private, and we shall have no misgivings as to
the result. We court investigation, in this
matter now, so that our friends may no longer
be put to the trouble of vindicating our charac-
ter. Personally, we are as calm about the
whole transaction as ''a summers morning."
and care not if the ''worthy and respectable"
man of the Gazette has all and keeps all the
Offices he Graves at the hands Of the people
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

We cannot make out which friend Mr.
Mckinney means to recommend to the
Fort Madison institution, when in is fin
ished. If it is ourself, we most positive
ly decline being candidate.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

We learn that the Commissioners, ap-
pointed by the last Legislature to superin-
tend the erection of the Penitentiary at
Fort Madison, will meet in that town this
week, for the purpose of taking some
steps towards carrying out the objects Of
the Legislature. The Commissioners are
Messrs. Claypool, David and Harrison.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

We have been informed that the Leg
islature expected, when the Journals were
given to the Gazette establishment, that
they would have been completed long be-
fore the present time. There is consid-
cradle disappointment felt in consequence
Of this delay, especially among the candi-
dates who wish to show their constitu-
ents in black and white, what course they
pursued during the last session of the
Legislature.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

We feel grateful to that extensively
circulated paper, the Missouri Republi-
can for its favorable notice of the Patriot.
We hope the Merchants of St. Louis will
take the hint and send their advertise
ments to the Patriot.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

: p,s'' ''''' 'oun'i a. certain points, p,oh
bly, commenced the villages of Ka,t,.''
and Kahokia, and then or subseoness |
settled and named places on the was.
OF the river. Thus this countrv !.
first occupied and settled by the T. v
under whose government it COM; sa
land short time under the sn.n;.r 4Se'
bout a century and quarter, the civil
became the birthright of the peonls ~
lnhabit it as fully and by the same m.. =
as the English Common law bec,,.
birthright Of the older States. b.,
some way not known, and which ! =
to be by undoubted usurpation, the .a''
mon law has extended its jurisdiction =,
sovereignty over us. | am not goin, u
weary you with the Intervening b;s, u
known as well to you, but intend j
you some sketch of this country asi s ~.
is. The lowas, $50 ] am informed br n
o. long a resident here, well acqu,jn,.,
with the Indians and speaking thei, /.
guage) according to their own accom-.
came to this country from Mexico l.
It's conquest by Pizarro.
In the general plan of defence for i
western frontier lately proposed BY 4.
Secretary of War on the report of a..
Gratiot, you will perceivea striking ov..
sight in relation to this territory ~,
plan comprehends series of frontier 4.
tihcations on the line between Ark,
sas and Missouri and the Indian Terri,
ry, which, connected with fort Cabop,
ON the frontier of this territory near CouD.
Gil Bluffs, fort to be built on the head
waters of Des Moines, and Fort SDel|n,
at st. Peters, finishes the line Of ont
works, there being other fortified po,s
behind and nearer to the Mississippi fo
support and communication. The fault
is that in the northern posts the line d
defence falls so far to the east that before
the contemplated work on the Ds
Moines is finished it will be found to Be
in the heart of the white population in.
habiting this territory or State. There
is in fact large tract in advance ofita.
ready ceded by the Indians to the U. S.
1t cannot surely be the policy of the GOV.
eminent to leave the Indians in posses
sion of all this territory except the small
piece already purchased. If the Indian
title is to be extinguished to the remai1.
der of the territory, the line of fortiics
ton must be advanced to the Missoul
river. Even now the people Of the ten.
tory are calling out for further cessior
and the flood Of population which hs
past year has rolled within il denotes lie
necessity of a speedy action of govern
ment on this matter.
Having here struck an outline of The
country | design to sketch, | will in some
future letters give you qn account, not
very systematic or detailed, but such as
think may interest you, of that portion Of
the territory now in possession Of the
whites. Yours &c.
INDIAN MURDER.-The Providence
Journal of Monday reports at large the
trial of Daniel Herry. in WASHINGTON Co,
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

We understand the U. S. Surveyor is
about surveying the road on the opposite
bottom lands in Illinois. 1t will be re-
collected that an appropriation, although
inadequate, was made at the last session
of Congress, for improving this bottom.
We believe the: appropriation was 3d.
SEQ.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

Mr.. Mckinney calls us an ssuncouth
looking editor Our better half is of a
different opinion, any how; notwithstand-
ing, if we knew how,w should be tempt
ed to set the above to the tune of .sSuch
beauty | did grow" and have it sung on
the next fourth of July.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

Alderman Mckinney says we s'barely
escaped severe Gaming in the streets of
Fort Madison, for ungentlemanly conduct
towards spectacle citizen of that place. y
This is the first time we ever heard of
this lucky escape.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

We thank the officers Of the Rosalip,
Camden and Burlington for supplying us
with late news.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

er than the mere assertions Of the editor,
this curious public denial as he calls
It, is proof positive that there has been a
breach Of neutrality on his part Of the
most glaring description. It may be well
enough for him to brave it out, for the
sake Of appearing consistent in the eyes
Of the democratic family but we
should think the best thing he could do
would be to follow Dayy Chances advice,
and acknowledge the corn
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

INDIAN MURD2R.-The Providence
Journal of Monday reports at large the
trial of Daniel Henry, in Washington Co,
for the murder of Christopher Ross, on
the Goth of March-both Indians, Of the
Narraganset tribe. The murder was COM
United in the course of a frolic, same slight
offence having been given by the deceas
ed to Harry. He is said to be collateral
descendant Of King Tom, the last sachen
of the tribe. The 9th of August is ap.
pointed for his execution, a verdict Of
guilty having been rendered. His deport
ment at the close of the trial is thus de-
scribed:
The prisoner is aged thirty-one years
short but well formed, with straight black
hair, and emaciated by confinement. Inc
expression of his countenance, though
tranquil, is strong and decided. During
the trial he betrayed (while in court no
emotion of guilt or fear except by The
large drops of sweat which constantly
stood on his face. When the verdict was
pronounced he preserved the same imno.
vable calmness. But in the evening be
exhibited a power Of self control scarcely
credible. While the Judge addressed
him, and when the words, hanged by ~
neck untn dead, were pronounced, not
muscle moved, no expression but that o
patient suffering. This will appear the
more remarkable, when it is known thai
he is man of more than ordinary mln0
and that only a moment before takef
from the jail he was weeping bitterly J;
while inquiring of a friend how ne coul'
bestow his Indian land upon his sister,, ~
only relative. 1t was altogether an e2n''
bition of fortitude not unworthy OF his an'
cestors. --Balt. Patriot.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

The only notice taken of 'sCornelius"
in the last Gazette was the following:
ss'The sermon of ssCornelius'' shall re-
ceive attention next week. The special
interest he seems to take in our affairs de-
mands at least a passing notice, which a
lack of time at present imperatively pre-
vents -
We presume he had to consult some
approved commentator, before he could
ascertain whether it was orthodox or not.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

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UNPRECEDENTED TRAvELIEG.-IneD af
timore Patriot Of the Sd of June says.
1.-TWO British officers Of the Royal Afuf
lery, were on parade with their battalilou
on Friday, two weeks, at Woolwlch, Eng
(some miles on the eastern side OF Loht
don, and dining yesterday with one !"
their cohntrymen at Beltzhoover's Ho@s
in Baltimore. They came by the 0fs''
Western"
The Wings intend running Mr. Ia
madge for the Vice Presidency. we az
wise the supporters Of that paragon o. r.
litical chastity to build a temple to Dian''
Pa. Democrat. J,
We would advise the supporters Of T.
M. Johnson to build a temple to Dsna''
Lou. Journal.
The Iowa patriot. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1839-1839, 1839-06-20

The INDIANS. We have just learned
by a gentleman from the Iudian Agency
that the 200 Sank and Fox warriors, who
went out to hunt the Sioux returned last
week to their village on the Des Moines,
which contains population of $500.
They explored the country as far as the
Neutral Ground, found but two lodges
and saw but one Sioux. Instead of OBJ
tanning Sioux scalps they took so Buffa-
Ices, which was far better.
Alderman Mckinney calls us deacon.
This is the first time we have been hon
cured with this appellation. Thank you,
Captain, for your compliment. Hope
we shall not be like the one we once
heard of, who, while selling rum behind
the counter, the Devil came in and ex-
claimed, "Ah! you're the deacon for me. ;"
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tween 1900 and 1000 dollars for journey
men, paper, &c. This we do not believe
the Legislature of Wisconsin will deny
US when the subject is properly brought
before them-for we believe Court of
Equity would allow us damages, even
Notwithstanding the ungenerous attempts
that have been made to deprive us of our
hard and honest earnings. We think we
have shown that there was such physi-
cal impossibility thrown in our way, that
we cannot rightfully be charged with hay
ing failed in the performance Of our con-
tract; we think it has also been shown. and
the Journals will prove, that if there has
been any breach of contract the delinouen.
cy attaches to Mr.. Clarke and to no one
else.
We have experienced much loss and
been subject to much embarrassment-we
have been obliged to sacrifice our proper
ty, eyen-because we could not obtain
our pay for these laws, and we hope, in
stead Of throwing farther obstacles in our
way, our brethren Of the craftin this Ter
ritory and Wisconsin will have the MAG
nanilnity to give our statement publicity
and thus aid US in obtaining what is clear
" our due.
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30
STAPLE AND
FANCY GOODS,
Both Foreign and Domestic.
---AlSO:--.

AAACVO
Bagging, Rope, Twine. and all kinds of
Western Produce, which they will dispose
Of at fair prices.
They are also prepared togive the high
est CASH PRICES for Cotton.
Cotton to our care will be receipted for
by w. A. MLanahan, at Red Wood Road,
and by I. Worthy g. Co., at the Cross
Roads, near Jackson.
GREENE, SPLANE & Co.
successors to VIM. s. Slaughter 4, Co.
Port Hudson, La, Aug. 3l.-26-tf.
REFERENCES
I. Lawson, G. W. g. L. Baynard, R.
Cross, W. Dunn, Clinton, La,
!. }. Robins, J. f. Phares, near yocI-
Sth, La.
W. II. Gauden, near kellcrtowl, la.
John Tothil, Liberty, MI.
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30
FOR SALE.

TENHe House and Lot in the town of Liberty,
H. formerly owned by A. Van Norman, for
terms apply TO said Van Norman on the prem-
mis- or to THOS JACKSON.
April 90 OF
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30
EeHCianG Hotel.
JACKSON, LA.

JACKSON, LA.
WNHlS establishment is now opened
IL for the accommodation of the
public, under the superintendent
of the undersigned. The house has
been completely and handsomely fur
nished, and every effort has been made
to render the Accommodations agreeable
and satisfactory to travellers, visitors
and boardcrs.
Extensive stables are attached un-
der the charge Of an attentive ostler.
And every facility for the satisfactory
management of this department is pro
vided.
The table will be uniformly furnish
ed with the best supplies of the mark
ct; and no pains spared to make the
bar perfectly acceptable. Balls, and
parties ofpleasure may be entertained
on the shortest notice.
The establishment has been purcha
sed and is entirely under the control o,
the present proprietor, whose best ex.
ertions are rendered to build up the
credit of the house, and make it in ev-
cry respect, worthy the patronage of n
liberal and generous community.
A. STONE.
jackson, July II, 1888. 23-tf !
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30

PROSPECTUS
PROSPECTUS
For reyiving in Bayou Sara, La the LOU
isiana Jonrnal,' under the title Of the
Democratic RefOrlMeI'

Democratic RefOrlMeT
DRECEDENT renders it necessary fol
Il us, in the present instance, TO say
something to our friends relative to the
course we intend to pursue and the politi.
cal principles under which we shall be go
verned.
1t will be our purpose TO publish such
sheet as will be acceptable, in point Of
NEWS, TO all parties, but at the same time,
our political tenets being truly democrat
ic, we shall use our utmost endeavors to
promote the great and glorious principles
Of Equality, Uhawed by the power of the
ruling dynasty of our State, and unbrbed
by the lucre of modern whiggery.
Reform in the present state admins
tration, in the present banking systnm,
and the present unjust tax laws which are
in force, will be our constant aim, and our
untiring exertions will be used to bring a
bout reaction in the public sentiment,
on these vast and important topics.
As regards our choice for the highest Of
fees known to the Constitution OF our
country, we shall cheerfully lend our fee
BILE aid to the support of the present talen-
ted and patriotic incumbents--MARTIN
VAN buren, and RICHARD M. JOHNSON.
The columns of the Reformer will be fl.
led with general synopsis ofthe proceed.
ings of Congress and our State LegisIa.
ture, whilst in session, weekly review OF
the Gotten, produce and money markets,
domestic and foreign intelligence, agricul-
ture, science and lterature--and, in fact,
we will endeavor to render our sheet a
faithful chronicIer of the times.
The permanent establishment of de-
mocratic paper in this section of the state,
should be apparent to every member Of
the party. We behold, upon every hand,
organs springing up like mushrooms in the
forest, dedicated to the unholy and fanati.
cal cause Of federalism, and warmly sup
ported by the friends of the cause, and the
monled power of Louisiana, whilst demo-
cracy is suffered to bleed to wane and to
die, for want Of proper exertions on the
part OF its advocates. Shall it be so still ?
The great commercial advantages en-
Joycd by Bayou Sara, situated as she is,
upon the banks of the broad Missippi, as
we'll as the high-minded and liberal popu-
lace who inhabt and surround it, is, we
think, sufficient inducement for us to en-
ter into the enterprise which our prospec-
tus indicates.
Having thus laid before the public a
brief outline of our intentions, for patron
age and support we throw ourselves upon
the intelligence ofan appreciating public.
The first number of the Reiormer will
be published on or about the 10th of Sep
tember next, on an Imperial sheet. at five
dollars per annum, in advance, Or six dol.
lars at the end of the year.
w. P. HODGES g. Co.
Bayou Sara, August, 1889.
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30
A Proclamation,
BY Alexander G. McNuu, Gorcrnor oJ
the State Of Mississippi.

BY Alexander g. McNuH, Gorcrnor OF
the State Of Mississippi.
WHEREAS, it has been satisfactorily
w represented to the Executive ofthis
State, that at the October term of Frank
lin county Circuit Court, i. d. 1887, an
indictment and true bill was found against
one HENRY A. ]. SPEARS, of said coun
ty, for a violent assault and battery upon
Mrs. NANCY RAY; and the said Henry
4. ]. Spears has ever since been fugitive
from justice; and whereas, justice and hu-
manity, as well as the safety of society,
require that the said Henry A. J. Spears
should be brought to trial. do therefore
issue my proclamation, offering a reward
of two hundred dollars to any person or
persons who shall apprehend and secure
in any Jail in the United States of Ameri-
ca the said Spears. And do moreover
require all officers, both civil and military,
to aid and assist in bringing said offender
to answer the charge found against him.
Given under my hand and the Great
seal of the State, at the City Of
Jackson, this 4th day of Septem-
l.. 8. ber, A. D. 1889, and of the sover-
eighty of the State of Mississippi
the twenty third.
A. G. McNUTT.
BY the Governor:
i. Is. WOODWARD, Sec. of State.
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30
DESCRIPTION.

DESCRIPTION.
Henry A. J. Spears is about 25 years of
age, five feet ten inches high, fair skin,
blue eyes, large black whiskcrs, wears his
hair rather long and bushy, talkative and
noisy when drunk; and when drinking
swears great deal, Of rather slow speech,
dresses well, and generally rides good
horse.
Sept. 81. 3l-4t
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30
Piney Woods Planter,
VOLUME.

There are only ttoo sorts Of government, ons Of
and the sthsr oUer ts people ;-ioe haze sssorn TO
support the former and oppose the latter.
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30
TERMs.

The PfNEY WOODS PLANTER is publish.
ed weekly, on an Imperial sheet, printed on fine
paper, and forwarded to subscribers at FIVE
DOLLARS per annum in advance, or SIX DOL
LARS at the expiration Of the year. All pay
meHts made IN the first three months will be
considered as in advance.
Piney Woods planter., 1839-11-30
PSitlGGtiOn Wa9otedn

A GENTLEMAN who has had some ex-
IN perience in teaching, is desirous o
obtaining situation in some private fami-
ly or agreeable ncighborhood, as teache
Persons who may wish - employ will
please enquire al the sfies Of ise "Pincr
Weeds Planter"
Oct. :. IAN
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1839-07-11
THURSDAY MORNING, JULY IN, 1889.

and after some time returned into Court.
aud on their oath do say. I'VE Of ,h. iary
hnd the prisoner. Allen II. Sperry. guilty
Of the felony, charged. and do ascertain
the period Of his confinement in the pub.
lie jail and penitentisry house 10 oe Eve
years; and We further find that the marc
stolen has been restored 10 the owaer
thereof" Whereupon the prisoner was
remsn6ed TO jail.
II II can be inferred from the circun.
stance that the prisoner Was remanded TO
jail. that he WAS personally present dur.
me the proceedings on the 2Sth Of April.
when the verdict OF conviction was found.
there Is no such circumstance stated in
the proceedings Of the preceding day
The only statement in regard 10 the ap-
pearsnce OF the prisSSer on that day, 10,
that he appeared by his attorney, without
any circdmstsnce stated from which il,
can necessarily be inferred iha, the pri.
soner vas personally present. An ap.
pearance by attorney cannot imply that
the prisoner was personally present 10
Court: and therefore the record is def.
Gent 10 what the Law regards as essential
in such case.
For this error. therefore, the Court j.
Of opinion that the judgment mus, be re.
versed, and a venire faeias de MORO award.
ed.