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Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26
THE TELEGRAPH.
SOUTHPORT. w. T., OCTOBER 26, Is4l.
MCLEOD.

MCLEOD.
The trial Mcleod was terminated at
Utica on Tuesday the 18th inst. The jury
retired for consultation only 80 miutes, and
returned a verdict Of "mot guilty." The
result Of the trial must be gratifying to the
whole country, lnasmuch as the question of
peace or war between two powerful nations
seemed in measure to depend upon it.
The honor Of the American people, the
majesty Of the law, and the rights Of a
sovereign state have been fully maintained,
and Mcleod is acquitted. Thus one Of the
prominent obstacles which has hitherto
stood in the way of our amicable adjust
ment Of the difficulties, between Great
Britain and the United States has been hap
PLY removed. We repeat it then, the re-
suit is most gratifying to every lover Of
peace. There are few restless " war
Spirits" both in the United States and in
the Canadas, who doubtless fee! chagrined
aud disappointed they have one less ex-
citing theme by which TO arouse the pas
sions, and TO widen the difficulties between
the two nations. They thirst for blood and
despise the solve branch" of peace
hence their modification at the pacific ter
mination Of this exciting question.
We have not space in our columns to
give the testimony at length in this impor-
tant case, nor do we deem it essential TO the
intests of our readers. A grea: number Of
witnesses were sworn both for and against
the prisoner, but large share Of the evi
dence adduced is but mere repetition of
the same facts, i gives no new aspectto the
case. We give the substance ofthe testimo-
ny ofthe principal witnesses foran against
the prisoner, which will give the reader as
much light on the case as the entire publ
cation Of the trial. 1t will be seen that
there is direct collision between the wit
nesses on the part Of the people and those
Of the prisoner. The abb was clearly
made out, consequently there was but one
alternative for the jury in making up their
verdict. Under the rule Of law which all
lows an accused criminal the benefit Of ga
reasonable doubt" the jury could not do
otherwise than render verdict of /" n OF
guiHY."
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

the account. The people Of northern Hill
nois are as much interested in the construc-
ton of harbor at Southport as any por-
ton Of Wisconsin, situate like distance
from this place. The line dividing Illiaois
from this Territory is fifty miles north of
Chicago and six miles south of Southport.
The counties in the state bordering on this
line are more densely populated than are
any Of the counties in this territory. In
, the event Of harbor being construct ed
| Southport, we may modestly claim the bust
ness tscenty miles south, and leave the re-
naming thirtyJfre miles to Chicago. A
strip Of territory fifteen miles in width in
the state, adjoining our territorial line, and
extending from Lake Michigan westward
one hundred miles, would contain great
er population as near as we can estimate
from the last census, than any portion of
Wisconsin embracing territory Of thirty
miles in width on the lake, and extending
westward dista nce Of one hundred miles.
From these premises the public may draw
their conclusions, which point on the lake
claiming an appropriation, would accom-
odate the greatest number Of inhabitants
within given distance.
The people of northern Illinois have
claims equally strong with ours upon the
general government for the construction of
harbors, their interests in this matter are
identified with the people Of Wisconsin,
They feel a strong soicitude that appro-
priations should be granted by Congress
for this object; and whenever the opportu-
nifty has been afforded them, they have
readily signed petitions in favor Of a har-
| Dor at this place. We hope to see the
claims of Southport, Racine and Milwau-
kee fairly presented before Congress at the
ensuing session, and if but one Of these
towns can obtain an approp riation, let it be
where the general interests Of the country
| will be best promoted. We however be-
lieve that harbors are needed Immediately
at each of these three poInts-the protec-
ton of commerce and the increasing bust
ness of the west require it, and we sincere
| ly hope that the demands of each will be
promptly responded 10 by the general
government.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26
EXTENSIVE ROBBERY AND ARREST OF
THE ROBBERS

The storm of Horao Buell. sixteen miles south of this
place, in the Abingdon precinct, Lake CO. Illinois, was
entered between the hour of IL and daylight, the
morning of the Odd inst, and variety Of Dry Goods
"aued at So 500, stolen thereirom The owner of the
goods was perfectly at loss trace the robbers not
having the most remote clue to guide him. Circun.
stances however, rendered improbable that the goods
had been carried any distance or that persons unnc.
quaned with the premises had committed the robbery
Search warrants procured and after some search
the goods found snugy slowed under the hay in
barn belonging to two brothers, named Kellam, En-.
glishmen, living three miles farther SOUTH No doubt
existed but these the robbers and they wers
at once arrested and we presume are now in confne.
ment
These brothers, we nre told are bachelors living
together IN the same house. They own the farm upon
which they live, which is represented as being very
excellent one, they have stock liz abund anca and oil
other requisites for farming we'll as considerable
hard cash, and presumed to be worth Sc or 8OOO
But they were avarcious and penurous denying them.
selves oil the luxures and of the necessares Of
ife for the sake of amassng wealth 1t was the de.
mon avarce which urged them to commit this crime.
which will most probably confine them for some time
within the solitary walls of a prison
r. S.-We have since learned that on examination
one of the brothers was discharged it having been sa
tlsacory proven that he out of his house the
night the robbery was committed The other brother
William, and man named Allen were fully lifted
for trial.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

A correspondent of the Portland Adver-
tiser, writing from Houl,on, says the only
British regulars now in the Province Of
New brunswick, are 600 men stationed at
81. 'ohn, and an equal number at Freder-
Nem Steamer.--The N. York Herald,
says 'hat the keel of new Government
Steamer' is about to be laid at the Navy
ara brooklyn, and that she is TO be fit
Tea up either with the Erickson, or the
Hunter propellers.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

MILWAUKEE SENTINEL AND WISCONSIN
FARMER.-Such is the tile of a paper just
issued at Milwaukee by Harrison Reed,
who was formerly editor OF the Milwaukee
Sentinel. During the absence of Mr.. Reed
last summer the Sentinel came into the
possession of II. N. Wells, Esq, and was
published for few weeks us democratic
paper. Mr.. Reed it seems has again come
in possession Of the establishment and now
purposes to retrieve the political fortunes
of the wing party in the Territory. Mr..
Reed complains Of the injustice which has
been done him by portion Of the wings,
and says he is again brought before the
public in the capacity of an editor, because
of his "refusal to sanction the ambitious
designs of company of political aspir-
ants, and lend listening to their dicta-
tion."--Mr Reed pretty clearly indicates
10 his opening remarks that he intends to
appear the champion of Judge Doty; he has
already opened a political battery upon his
whigneighbor Of the "Journal," and the
public will doubtless witness a rare fracas
between Dotyism and Anti-Dotyism.
We believe the editor of the Seminal g.
Farmer, to be clever man, but honestly
think him about TO engage in Quixotic en-
terprise. If he succeeds in persuading
the people OF Wisconsin that James Duane
Doty is an honest man, he will certainly
render himself one of the prodigies of the
age.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26
THE TRIUMPHS OF DEMOCRACY.

Mr.. Van Buren, did notjudge the people
wrongly, when he expressed his confidence
in the correctness at all times of their 4" So
Der second thought" When the principles
and intentions of the two parties are fairly
presented before the people for their deci-
sion, the triumph of Democracy is sure.
The excitement and enthusiasm, which
marked the triumph Of the wing party, has
subsided-their principles were presented
to the people during the extra session. and
In the calm moments of sober judgment, the
people are registering their verdict.-Look
at it, and say whether the measures Of the
wings are in reality those Of the people:
Indiana last year elected wing Senate
and wing House Of Representatives,
large majority in both houses were whig,
and the popular majority for Harrison was
in the neighborhood of $1,000. The pre-
sent year the democrats have elected ma
lority Of members to the lower house, and
are in but small minority in the upper
house-on joint ballot the majority is four.
The democratic gain on the popular vote
is $4,000.
Vermont last year, gave an overwhclm
ming Harrison majority. The democrats
were entirely routed--This year, the wings
have been unable to elect their governor by
the popular vote. Their majorities in the
Legislature have been almost neutralized
and the democratic gaia IS abou IL, 900
votes.
In Tennessee, the demoaratic gain is
5000 votes.
In Alabama, the democratic gain is
5000 votes.
And good old democratic Maine, which
last year deviated, and gave her vote for
Harrison, this year makes ample amends.
She has elected Democratic Governor by
majority Of 8 or 10000. A democratic
House Of Representatives and democra-
tic Senate-Democratic gain about II, 600
votes.
And Maryland, the strong hold and hope
of whiggery. The National Intclligencer
thought the wings might lose other states,
but Of Maryland, there was no fear. What
is the result Frank ". Thomas, demo-
crat, has been elected Governor by mai.
of 1000 tes.-This is very heavy de-
mocratic gain.
And last, though not least, Wisconsin
which was represented in the National
Council by James D. Doty, has elected
Gen. Henry Dodge by majority Of more
than 500.
Let Capt. Tyler persevere in well-doing
until the close of the present Congress, and
we venture to predict he will not be called
upon to exercise his constitutional duty Of
vetoing National Bank.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26
GEORGIA ELECTION.

ANOTHER STRONG HOLD OF wuIGGERY GONE
"The Globe gives the returns for Governor from o.-
ty-six counties There ninety-three counties in
the state The most democratic portion Of the state
remains to be heard fom. We think (says the Globe)
candidate elected Governor and that the Legislature
will be democratic by decisive majority. Harrson's
majority in the state last fall, was $40.
The Journal of Commerce says-Fifty-one coun-
ties give NJ donald, dem. for Governor, majority of
S62, which will be much increased by the remaining
counties As far as heard from, 10 v hps and &c de
mocrats are elected to the Senate; 46 wings and &c
democrats to the House,
PENNSYLVANIA ELECTION
But few returns have yet been received from Penn
sylvania. The returns receive include Philadelphia
city and county, and some adjoining precincts, and also
Erie county. Porter, the democratic candidate for
Governor, is nearly three thousand ahead, SO far His
majority in the will probably be from five to ten
thousand. This state, last year gave Harrison ma.
jority of over three hundred.
CONNECTICUT.
This heretofore strong whg state, is coming in noby
10 the support of the Democracy The town elections
which are taking place, show he downfall Of hgge-
ry and the triumph of the true principle. So mote i.
be-
After these results shall not be surprised TO re-
cord the success Of Democracy and the triumph Of
Marcus Morton, in old Federal Massachusett
In New York and Ohio notwithstanding their heayy
Wing majortes last fall we shall look confidently for
Democratic triumphs.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

The Chesapeake broke her walking beam, on lakO
Erie, on her last trip up Her goods and passenger
were transferred the United States then laid up in
Fairport harbor. Speaking Ct this boats trip, tho
Milwaukee Courier says;
The States had to lay by seven days between Buffs.
10 and Milwaukee. When aboat midway across Sa
ganaw Bay she had 10 turn about and ST. Clair
river, distance of ninety miles. Tho boat soverp
ont Of order the passengers had to carry the
water IN buckets. A boiler came within an nee OF
mstin@-Qna of The smoke pipes blew down anl 50
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

We take that bet of The Beaver Hat, Mr.. Courier
and say, bring on the documents Publish fair. un.
vanished statement of the number of buildings com.
pleed, and TO be completed during the present seoson
in Milwaukee, with the amount of capital invested and
we will do the same, with regard to our town wbe.,
we shall see who is right and who wrong. For our
part, we believe there sas many if no. more buildings
being erected at this place, than Milwaukee, and as
much capital invested
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

The last Madison Express comes to hand with the
glaring announcement that the British had two armed
steamboats, IN Detroit river, opposite Maiden and ha,
all vessels We're prevented from passing to the uppe
lakes 1t is to be regretted that editors don't use
little common Judgment, before giving credit TO such
idle rumors
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26
MARYLAND ELECTION.

The Democracy have achieved noble, glorious
triumph in Maryland The majority for Frank w
Thomas, the democratic candidate for Governor, will
be SIX HUNDRED VOTES. The Legislature will
stand, Senate, Is wings. dem: House IS wings. 40
democrats. The majority for Har rson last year was
STA votes Baltimore city, which last year gave bur
30 democratic majority. gave this year 1855. The
strong holds of Whggery are rapidly yielding With
regard TO Maryland the National Integencer held the
following language: r
I'VE must be prepared for possible similar results of
loco foco triumphs at the fall elections except in the
state OF Maryland in whose fidelity to Wing principle
we have SO much confidence, that we would almost
stake existence that she will stand firm in this da
of trial Of mems poll iical integrity
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26
APPROPRIATIONS FOR LAKE MICHIGA,

APPROPRIATIONS FOR LAKE MICHIGAN.
"A great mistake seems 10 exist in the
minds of many, relative to the respective
claims of the towns on the western shore
Of the lake for appropriations. In the con-
stfuction of harbors, it is reasonable to sup
pose, that government will regard those in
termediate points between Chicago and the
Manitoo Islands, which will best secure
tho safety Of lake navigation, and which
will accommodate the business wants of
the country to the greatest extent. The
general government regards not state, ter
ritorial, or county lines in making appro-
prations for harbors. Much is said by the
respective friends Of the three points on the
western shore Of the lake claiming appro-
priations, with respect to their eligibility
for accommodating the business wants Of
the country. 1t is natural that each of
these three points, should have their friends
and partizans, and that each should contend
with earnestness according TO their respec-
tive interests and partialities. The citizens
Of Milwaukee insist that the situation of
their town is the most eligible for transac-
ting business on this side Of the lake. The
citizens of Racine make equally strong
pretensions in favor Of their situation. The
people Of Southport press their claims also,
and insist that their locality is one Of Pc
culiar importance.
AS conductors Of public journal, we
have taken no part in this discussion so
far as relates to the relative merits Of the
points claiming appropriations. We have
thought advisable to keep the growing i'm
portance of Southport before the public
mind, and at the same time carefully re-
frain saying any thing calculated to injure
the claims Of our neighbors. There has
been no effort whatever on our part 10 pre-
JUDGE the public mind, against any other
town asking for government appropria-
ions, but we have uniformly treated the
claims Of others with due respect. We
were content TO lie, Southport stand upon
its own merits, and leave a candid public
to Judge and disc riminate for themselves.
This course we shall continue 10 pursue in
future, unless necessity greater than ex .
lists, shall change our purpose.-When
however s.!.f-defence requires it, we appre-
bend no one vii, censure us for repeling
unjust remarks, which are designed to op-
crate to our prejudice.
1t is said by many who are inimical 10
our claims for an appropriation, that har-
Dor at Southport would not accommodate the
wants of as large portion of country, as
a harbor at some more northern point, be-
cause Of our near situation to the state
line of Illinois. A more absurd and pre-
posterous idea was never advanced-an
idea altogether unworthy of notice,
were it not that are occasionally persons
stupid enough to be misled by it. AS be-
fore remarked, harbors are never construc-
ted by the government with reference to
state or territorial boundarie the protec-
ton Of vessels and the business wants of
the PEOPLE arc lbs only matters taken into
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

An Indian confined in the Jail of Brown county for
numbering Frenchman, recently committed suicide
by hanging himself Some three years since three In
dams were apprehended and confined in this mil on
the charge ofnurderng travelling jewelry pedlar ma
med Wilcox. One Of the three confessed and imnics
ted the other two. The two murdered the fellow nri
sone who confessed, and then hung themselves to the
grated windows of their prison.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

ihA Notwithstanding the last two month, tho
weather has been extremely unfavorable TO Lake ma
"s"'o steamboats, have lost all regularity, and make
''eir trips between Buffalo and Chicago with much
hazard and at uncertain intervals Hundreds of emi
grams and immense freights des tined to this territory
nave oeen carried 10 Chicago during the pas, four
Weeks III consequence of the difficulty of landing a,
The towns on The lake north of Chicago
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26

Daniel Payne, the betrothed lover Of Miss Rog r.,
was recently found dead the spot wheio ,h, you7g
"a y was murdered, having, as was supposed. commit
ed suicide
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-10-26


Beere commanded another; Mr.. Gordon
commanded another, and Hon. Jno. Elms-
lev commanded the fifth. The two boats
which did not reach the Caroline were
commanded by Messrs. Hector and Bat
tsrsby.
And now to take these boats in ORDER
There ore twelve dispositions from persons
in tho seven boats. Capt. Drew, who COM
manded the expedition, and had charge Of
one Of the boats, refused to answer Ques-
tons by the commission, as it would be
recognition Of the right Of the Courts of
New York 10 try Mcleod, which right
Capt, Drew denies. But we have the de-
position Of two Of his crew: John Harris,
already referred TO, and Edward Zealand.
Mr.. Harris deposes that he has no perso-
nal acquaintance with Mcleod, but he was
engaged in experimenting the embarka,ion
under Capt. Drew, and knows prisoner
was not in any of the boa,s-nor was any
one Of the name. Saw every person in
the boat in which he was, and knows tina,
Mcleod was not among them. Dcponent
was the last man TO leave the Caroline, and
knows that Mcleod was not on board
The names were taken down as they dis
embarked, and deponent knows that Nc
Leod was not on the list. Was aid-de-
camp to Capt. Drew, and is positive Nc
Leod WAS not ia The boats. Edward Zea-
land, mariner in the same boat, swears
tina, Mcleod was not in il.
Lieut.. Mccormick was second in COM
r,and, and commander Of another boat.
Mcleod was NO. in his boat and he did no,
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1840-1842, 1841-10-22
HEADQUAhrRs NIAEfnE CuRFs.

" uf'ug on, Oct. 4, 1911
SEPARATE PROPOSALS viii Zoe received AZ doe nc,
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until +. ucurk uu "wednesday the iWh dy Of Nuycu,bri
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~ the following tttuu1, iur he wear 1872
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tHail"silu, NssssSfuacita
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GnsIur, ne1t norfolk, virginia.
pH.stcuit FLORIDA aud.
Washington, district Of Olun,bs.
liberation o rausi nt pound tnt quarter Of
beet, thee Qutu rs ~ pound uf PORK eishsccu
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four quarts Of vucEartwo qusrs Uf salt tour pounds of
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Proposals TO be endorsed "Pfppusals fr Nations for
leaA" AUG A. NICHOLSON,
"1-Sawis 9ususTmaHsI,
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1840-1842, 1841-10-22
BLACK HAWK AND PoCAHoNrAs
FULL FLOODED PIGS.
BY ROBERT HILL & co.

win be sold by SATURDAY s3rf in slant in frui
o. our Auction store commencing at 10 o'clock second
mana Garage, do BIrourh 10 two single Gig several
seuso harnsss seven sa'ie so iI,rnss, Horse
sWason &c. Also Two Mules anil street carr
y RDBFRT I,tt Ikco
NIGHT SALE
On SATURDAY NGHr <3gd in-t a. u O'Clock f. q will
sell la front 81 lot Of JEMELKY CrfTTf FRy
AND FANCY GOODS such 80
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and variou. OF er ariel,
too tedious 10 X N q Ip .,c,s
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Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1840-1842, 1841-10-22

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