Litchfield enquirer., 1841-12-23
MUTINY AND MIJRDER.

The New-Orleans papers of the 4th inst, contain the following account of a horrible revolt at sea by a number of slaves; the particulars of which, us here detailed, are sud to be confirmed by letter from the commander of the vessel on board ot which the slaves were embarked:
 "The brig Creole, Capt. Enson, of Rich- mond, bound for New. Orleans, with a cargo of tobacco, l;5 slaves, and four or five pas sengers, was on the 9th ult. taken possession of by the slaves, who rose and mutinied- killing and wOunding several white persons. It appears that, on the 7th ult., at s F. M., the brig was hove 10 in the belief that she was approaching Abaco. The next day, after the passengers and crew not on duty had re- tired, at about half past nine F. M., the slaves mutinied and murdered a passenger named Newell, owner ot q portion ot the slaves, by stabbing him with bowie knife. They wounded the captain and one of the hands dangerously, the chiet mate and another of the hands severely. But little defence could be made, as the victims were totally unpre- pared for an attack, and had but one musket on board, while the slaves were armed with pistols, knives, and bludgeons, made by cut ting up handspikes. There is reason to be- lieve that the whole plot was arranged be- fore they left Richmond.
 Having obtained possession of the vessel, they broke open the trunks and ransacked :he whole cargo. They spared the lives of the maie, passengers, and part of the crew, on condition they should be taken immcdi- ately to Abaco, an English island. Forced to obey, the crew set sail and arrived at Mas sau, N. F., on the 9th ult. On landing, the American consul had the captain and two of the men immediately taken on shore and NVnJlndc was paid to the wounded on board. The consul likewise requested the Governor of N. Providence to place guard on board to prevent the slaves from going ashore, as he we'll knew that if this were not done, it would be impossible to secure the guilty perpetra- tors ot the murder. The request of the con- sul was granted, and an investigation of the affair was conducted by two magistrates of Nassau. The captain took the testimony of the passengers and crew. Nineteen slaves were identified as having participated in the mutiny and murder. They were placed in confinement until further orders, the Gover- nor refusing to have them sent to America under the circumstances. The other IA slaves were liberated by Her Majesty's au- thorities, on the ground that the slaves must be considered and treated as passengers, having the right to land in boats from the
 
 captain is doing well, and will probably re- cover."
 It is stated that the slaves on board the Creole were insured for $l2O,OOO, but as there was no clause in the policy providing for indemnity in case of mutiny, the amount cannot be recovered.
 HOUSATONIC RAILROAD.
 The Rail Road meeting held in this city on Wednesday last, was attended by n throng of people. Stockholders were pres- ent from all the towns on the line of the road. A full statement of the affairs of the Compa- ny was submitted 10 the meeting. The com- mittee in presenting this statement expressed their entire approval of the measures adopt ed by the President and Directors, and bore testimony to the zeal and fidelity with which the latter have discharged their important duties. appears that the amount of paper issued by the company Exclusive of Post Notes) is about $l27.O0O. The road, when completed to the State line, will with en- zines, cars, &c. have cost nearly $l,2OO,O0O. As we have before stated, the road with all the assets of the company is "pledged and mortgaged" for the redemption of their notes. ft ifHstt Of course be- brought into market, unless payment on demand shall ere long be resumed.
 The committee, after stating these facts, and urging the necessity of immediate nc- tion, recommended that loan of slOO,OOO should be raised for the purpose of relieving the company from its endorsements. It was further proposed that this loan should be filled by subscriptions made by the several stockholders. The recommendation was ap- proved by the meeting, and subscription Books were accordingly opened. We have no definite information as 10 the amount rais- ed. Enough was done 10 show that those who in the face of every imaginable difficult ;y have brought this important work to it's completion, arc not now disposed to lose the fruit of all their Iabors.-Bridgepor1 Stan.
 The Case of Mr. Reeside.-This case is a most pungent commentary on the character and financial management of the General Post Office under the two last Administra- tions. Mr. Reside was favorite and very heavy contractor for the transportation of the Mails, and in time became an Agent ot the Department in the negotiation of loans, extensions, &c.-one of the several brokers that the wretched mismanagement, prodigal- ity and incapacity of the Postmaster Gener- al rendered necessary. Accordingly. he borrowed, and lent, and shinned, and procu- red slaves, until, in the state of chaos in which the Government accounts were kept, there was no telling which party was in debt to the other. Mir. Kendall left on the books, as part of the assets ofthe Department, a claim against Mir. Reside of some $32,OOO. Mir. Granger attempted to realize this snug sum; when To he was met by counter claim for over $20OO00! As there was no coming at the matter amicably, Mir. Granger sued for the Governments demand, and the case has been before the U. s. District Court and a Jury for the last three weeks. The result is a Yardict for Reesile nf nyer One ELunarcd