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Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

Steamboat Caroline in Dec. 1897. After
an examination, he was committed to Lock.
port jail for trial. Mr.. Fox, the British
minister demanded his release, OF the gov
eminent Of the United States upon the fol-
lowing grounds.
That the burning of The Caroline, was
an act Of persons obeyng their Superior
officers.
That he act, could not be made the
ground of legal proceedings against the in
dlviduals concerned, but according to the
usages Of nations, was strictly matter be-
tween the two national governments.
That Mr.. Nc Leod xas innocent Of the
act alleged against him.
That the Steam boat Caroline, was a pr
ratical vessel, purchased and fitted express
ly for that purpose.
That although the place where the Car
oline was destroyed, was nominally neural
ground, yet the civil authority, was entire
ly subverted by pirates
On the other hand, Mr.. Forsyth the Am
erlcan minister, refused to comply with
the reguisiton Of Mr. Fox for the follow.
ing reasons.
That the government Of the United
States had no jurisdiction in the case, so
far as the trial and Imprisonment, of Nc
Leod are concerned.
That the offence Of Nc Leod, was COM
mitted against the laws OF the State Of New
York, and the tribunals of that State we're
compliant to take eognizance of the case.
That the act was committed within the
bounds OF the State Of New York in time
Of peace.
That nc principle OF International law,
entities such offenders to federation and i'm
punity, because they acted in obedience to
superior authority.
That the prosecution Of the offenders,
and the application to their government for
redress, are independent of each other, and
may be separately pursued.
That the admission Of the outrage being
committed by order Of the British author
tiles, might be distinct ground Of com
plant agains, the British government.
That the allegation Of Nc Lcod's limo
cence, is not material 10 the queston-ir
found so on trial, he will be discharged.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09
ENGLAND AND CHINA.

The English are still assiduousy prose-
cutting their efforts in China, according to
the latest accounts from the east. No i'm
portant acquisitions have been made how
ever, since the capture Of The island Of Chu-
san, and even the obtaining of the posses
sion Of that island, is said 10 be an achiev-
ment of small Importance the inhabitants
Of which are stated TO be miserably poor,
and 'evcry thing on the smallest possible
scale" That the British will eventually
succeed in conquering China, (provided
such be their object is very probable. The
great superiority in their discipline and
knowledge Of warfare, and their numcr-
Gus vessels Of war and ordinance, give
them decided advantage over the Chi
nese.
1t would seem that there could be but
one opinion ia the United States. with re-
gard TO the merits of the contest between
England and China. So manifestIy is
England in the wrong, that no unprejudlc-
ed mind, can arrive at any other conclu-
sion. Still there are those, who are so
much in love with any thing Of British
character, and with whatever tends to add
tothe resources and military achievements
of England, that they bIndly approve of
the unjust war now waging against China.
The cause Of the difficulty between Eng
land and China, should be constantly kept
before the pablo mind. The Chinese had
for many years, INDUCED in the use of OPT
UNI; its delaterious Influence was felt
throughout the empire, paralizing every
department of society. The government
of China became fully convinced that the
use of opium was proving destructive and
ruinous, therefore they adopted vigorous
measures, not only to prevent the further
cultivation of the drug at home, but 10 sup
press its introduction from other countries.
The adoption OF these measures by the
Chinese government, gave great offence to
the British East India Company. To be
declared in the commerce and traffic Of this
poisonous drug with the Chinese, was to
deprive them of profitable employment !;
consequently IT was at once construed into
an insult. Aided by the government at
home, the Company Immediately determin-
cd toinvade the Celestial Empire, land subiu-
gate the whole psople in retaliation for the
pretended injury.
These are the merits in the case, and
however much the British people or their
apologists may affect 10 overlook them,
they will stand thus upon the record of
history, to be read by future generations.
--
Boundary Question. The final result OF
this lonc-pending and yexed question, If is
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

We should do injustice to ourselves, and
perhaps disappoint the expectations Of
many Of our citizens, we're we TO forbear
expressing the general satisfaction afford
ed on Thursday evening, to all who atten-
ded'the concert at the Academy. The per-
formers acquitted themselves with much
credit and ability. The musicaitalent ex-
hibited on the occasion, displayed much
taste and refinement. The juvenile choir
especially, won much applause. Indeed,
thsre was scarcely single piece performed,
either vocal or instrumental, which might
not have been encoredto the qualification Of
the audience, had time permitted.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

CONGRESS. We have attentively look
ed over the journals Of Congress frem
week to week with the hope Of finding
something Of interest TO transmit, to the COL
umns Of our paper. Thus far we have
seen bu. little Of general importance, which
accounts for the non-appearence Of con-
gressional proceedings in the Telegraph,
during the past month. No definite action
has been had on any measure Of nation
al character, in which the people feel a
special interest.
The most prominent measures which
have been ogitatcd i'll Congress, are the
following:
A bill authorizing the issuing Of Treas
ury notes, TO the amount of five millions Of
dollars.
A bill to increase the duties on impor-
ted manufactures Of silk.
A bill to establish a general bankrupt
law.
A bill providing for a permanent pre-
emption-also for graduation of The price
and distribution Of the proceeds Of the sale
Of the public lands, among the several
states.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

Nc Leod.-Tke case Of this man con-
,inues TO be the theme Of speculation and
discussion. The various rumours which
have been afloat, that Nc Leod has made
his escape, and that he has been bailed out
of prison in the sum of $4,000 &c., are
all untrue. He is still in Lockport, snug
Nv in prison, and likely to remain there un-
I'll his trial. AS important consequences
arc probably involved in the case of Nc
Leod, we briefly recapituiaie the principal
matters at issue, as set forth by the res
pcctive organs of the United States, and
British governmcnts-Mr. Forsyth, and
Mr.. Fox.
Mr.. Alexander Nc Leod British sub
ject of Niagara District, Upper Canada,
was arrested at Lewiston in the State OF
New York, on the 10Th of November last,
on a sharge of murder and arson, for hav-
.ng bsen engaged ia the destruction Of tho
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

More Frontier Troubles A letter from
a correspondent at Derby Line, w., states
that n party Of young men from that vici-
nifty belonging TO this side Of the " Line"
were engaged few days ago in fishing
through the ice in Lake Memphrcmagog,
when they were met by party from Stan
head in Canada, some six miles distant,
engaged in a similar business. A dispute
arose between two of them, one from each
party, on the old Patriot" question, and
the others were finally drawn in and they
had regular fight Of i.
The party from Derby finally succeeded
in Driving away their opponents; but not
antil there was some, black. eyes and
bloody noses" on both sides. The people
in the vicinity had become aroused by this
quarrel, and long smothered prejudices
were struggling for vent. Further out
RACES were threatened on both sides, and
it was rumored atthe date Of the letter that
a party from Canada were already on the
march to attack and burn the premises Of
one Of the most obnoxious "patriots" on
this side of the line. A large number Of
his neighbors we'll armed, had assembled
TO defend him, determined, if John Bulls
men did invade them, to give them as much
as they Standardization DAILY Mail.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

ton, which after undergoing some ame nd
ments was adopted. THE constitution pro-
yides for the organization Of ''thc Wiscon-
sin Temperance Society,"" and embraces
the total abstinence pledge.
Mr.. Brigham, from the business com
mttee, reported the following resolutions,
which were adopted.
Resolved, That it is expedient to form
a Temperance Society for the Territory
Of Wisconsin.
Resolved, Thstn the opinion Of this
convention it is matter OF primary impor-
lance to the moral and intellectual prosper
liy of this Territory, that the cause of tenn
perance should find lis advocates ready 10
give it able and efficient support in every
portion thereof.
Resolved, That the noble and patriotic
cause will be best promote d by the voiunta
~ formation Of temperance associations.
in every town, village and settlement. when
it is practicable.
Resolved, That it is earnestly recon-
mended by this convention, to the friends
of temperance throughout the Territory 10
organize themselves into such societies,
and to provide Cor sending delegates to the
Temperance Society Of Wisconsin, at its
annual meetings in order 10 their becoming
auxiliary thereto.
Resolved, That the Territorial Tempe
rance Society now in existence in the cas-
tern section of the Territory be respectful
~ invited 10 enter into correspondence
with this society, to the end that the socie-
ties may be consolidated and form one
Territorial Temperance Society, TO which
all other societies may be auxiliary.
Resolved, That the corresponding Sec
rotary Of this society, furnish the President
of the above named Society with a COPY
of the foregoing resolutions.
Resolved, That the proceedings Of the
convention be offered for publication in
both of the newspapers printed at Madison
and that editors of all other papers in the
Territory, be requested 10 publish the same.
On motion Of Mr. Brigham,
A committee OF three was appointed 10
nominate officers for the Society this day
formed, for the ensuing year.
The committee consisted Of Mcssrs.
Brigham, Shepherd and Brunson.
After short time the committee report
ed the names Of he following gentlemen,
viz:
For President Of the Society, tie Hon.
John H. Rountree, Of Grant county.
Vice Presidents, Hon. c. J. Learned,
Hon. William Bulcn, and Hon. II. N.
Wells.
Recording Secretary-Wiliam N. Sey-
mour, Esq.
Treasurer, Hon. G.. G.. Shocs.
The report Of the committee was unani-
mously adopted.
Resolved, That the thanks Of this soci-
ETY. DO rendered to the Rev'ds Slingerland
and Brunson for their able and eloquent
addresses.
On motion.
Resolved, That the thanks of the con-
vention be presented to the President there
Of for the able and impartial manner in
which he has presided over its delibera.
lions.
Resolved, That the convention now ad-
journ.
JOHN II. ROUNTREE, President
GEORGE BENNETT, c
EDWARD ELDrnkrv, s Secretaries
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

War Specks. Detroit Advertiser
OF the 18th, says:-'' We should no. make
haste TO prognos.icate evil; but there cer-
tainly was an universal stir among our
Canadian neighbors. A large force is be-
ing gathered near the disputed Territory
the militia are under process of reorgan-
ization and acccumulauon-m meetings are
being co instantly held, to consult relative to
the position Of the imprisoned Mcleod
threats Of release are frequently heard
.Ir. Fox's letters are lll-tempe and the
war elements seem brewing, Yet after all,
the two countries have probably too much
sense to get at oggerheads. But, then, if
it should happen that we must have anoth-
er brush with Great Britain, the Wolver-
ines claim the privilege of taking the Up
per Province.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

was si8nalized by Il brilliant wcddinp
which the daughter Of Moior Ger..5
was married TO u citizen Of New Yo,'
but, what ad led 10 the usual brilixDc,. :,
such scene, was Tho naval and miI.,..
display of young Officers upon Tie oro,
son, who came forth with the most f.x
ing uniforms of their military ord..s ,
lmPart new gayetles 10 the evening.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

United States and Gr:at Britain. The
citizens of Buffalo, have held large pub
&c meeting with respec, TO our affairs with
England. Among the resolutions passed
are the following.
Resolred, That we would dcprecute a
state OF war as national calamity, bring
ing in its train a multitude Of physical and
moral evils, and to be avoided if it can be
consistently with national honor and vested
state rights and that the Government Of
Great Britain have now arrived at pitch
of enormity in their aggressions and inso-
lence, no longer sufferable, and that for
bearance on our part has ceased 10 be a
virtue :-therefore,
RcsOlred, That it is high time for the
government of the United States 10 put an
etiectual stop to this 90 war Of words, .
this clustering English arrogance and RI
dlculous osntering, and decide the "previ-
Gus question" at once-that Great Britain
must atone for the destruction Of the Anne
rican steamboat Caroline and the murder Of
American citizens, and abandon without
delay, every false and untcnable position
which she has assumed in relation 10 our
national and state prerogatiHes, or suffer
the retrlbutiye vengeance of an insultcd,
ou'raged-free and sovereign people.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

Congress. In the House the contested
election between Messrs. Naylor and In
gersol, has resulted in favor Of the former
by minority Of 40 votes.
The Governor of Georgia has vetoed
the bill passed by the Legislature Of that
State, 10 establish quarantine on vessels
from Maine
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09
CHINA.

keporIs tn1t the British exncditon
against China had taken Pehin, the capital
OF the Celestial Empire, were curren, in
London at the date of our last publication.
They were founded on letters received
from ST. Petersburg, via Holland and bu,
little attention was paid 10 Them. They
have, however, been this week repeated.
with increased confidence The Man
chester Guardian gives the following,
dated ST. Petersburg, llth Dec. addressed
to an eminent foreign house" at Man
chester, and received on Tuesday
"At the beginning OF this week, Taratr
arrived here from kaichta, with news that
the English had taken the capital of China,
after having .bombarded it, and DESTROYED
all the forts along the river. The empc-
ror, the Son Of the Sun, had fled with all
his madarins. The consequence Of this
event will be good treaty, which will
completely change the commercial dealings
with that Empire"
kalchta is geographically the nearasi,
an moreover the most convenient point
which the news might be expected over
land.--London Spectator, Jan. 2.
FRANcE.-The Paris papers of thurs
day are chiefly occupied with The budget
of the minister Of finances. The extraor
binary expenses Of the wear are estimated
to exceed ESQ 100000. The Paris ra-
pers make a few comments on the state Of
financial matters.
DENMARK. Il he government has determin-
cd 10 sell its establishment on The coast OF
{ hn IL Il
trade renders them of so little value also
Scrampore and other places in The East
Indies.
PRUssIA:-The German papers have
given several Obscure hints Of the exietence
OF d pretender TO the throne of Prussia: 1t
is alleged that an elder brother Of the king
having been assassinated, left son, who
who is now a major in garrison in Mentz.
1t is asserted further, tha: several Of
the first families in Prussia have deter
mined TO support him. 1t is added, will
soon astonish Europe with its results.
Icelre days later from Europe. BY the
steamer Columbia, at Boston, we have
London and Liverpool papers TO the 9Th
instant both inclusive Jour. Of Com.
LeucTS ny Inc CoHtnDla confirm The
news of loans negotiated by the agents Of
the United States Bank, with various par
ties, TO the extent in all Of one million SIX
ty thousand pounds sterling, or fully five
millions Of dollars.
Money was rather scarce, but getting
easier; the rates in market for prime mer-
camille paper were 5 or 6 per cent per
annum.
Inc money letters from London report
sales OF Indiana sterling fves at 76 and
New York State fves at sc.
There is nothing later from China.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09
10 Il EEG NJ.


by the arrival Of the steamship CoIur.
ola at Boston, on the 2l>t alt. news of \
highly important character has been
received from England and China. We
have only room for such extracts rs are
Of more than ordinary interest.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

tract from Tho Toronto Patriot, speaking
of the power of England.
"Twenty thousand of the finest troops
in the world, with frcm sixty to one hun
dred thousand gallant MeIitia, watch over
her supremacy over her American domin-
ions, ready to start TO arms at the first
blast of a war trumpet from the inpregna-
bic ciiidel of Cape Diamond-an army Of
half million OF soldiers guard her glitter
ing Eastern Throne ocean swarms
with her cruizers-she holds in her hands
the keys of the treasury, commerce and
credit Of the woodland yet, the United
States of America can coolly listen 10 calm
speculations on the effect Of death-strug
gle with such q giant.o
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-02-09

Boundary Question. The final result OF
this long-pending and vexod question, it is
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09

At Court Of Probate holden at Neno Milford,
aouhin and for the district Of NeW- Milford, on
The Sd day Of September, l64l:
Present, Nathaniel Perry, Esq. Judge
NsTATE OF SUMNER HAMILTON, late of said
Ia New Milford, deceased. The admins
TRAITOR represents the estate insolvent, and
prays the appointment of Commissioners
thereon whereupon, ordered, that Commits
sioners to receive, examine, and adjust the
claims of the creditors of said estate, be Rp-
pointed at the probate Office in said New Mil
ford, on the Goth day of September, 1S4l, at
9 O'Clock in the forenoon and that all per-
sons Interested in said estate may be notified
thereof, the administrator will cause this Or
der to be published in a newspaper printed in
Litchfeld, and post n copy thereof on the
public signrost nearest the place where the
deceased last dwelt in said New. Milford.
A true copy of Record.
Is NATHANIEL PERRY Judoe
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
PROPOS rs


Nor carrying the Mails of the U. States,
n from the 10th November, 1e4l, to the Both
June, 1915. inclusive, on the following routes
in Connecticut, will be received at the De-
partmeM until o'clock P. M. on the 18th
day Of October next, to be decided by the
18th day of said October.
CONNECTICUT
reysvie, Oxford soushford, son,Rburv, Woodbury.,
Bethlehem and South Farms, to Ltchfed, AZ miles,
and back. three times week, in two.horse coaches.
G. Leave New Haven every Tuesday. Thursday and
PM
Arrive ut Litchfeld same days, by l1P.M.
=, Leave Litchfe!d every Monday, Wednesday and
Arrive at New Haven same days, by Up: M
Proposals to carry in fourhorse coaches will be con-
sidered-also to run on the other days.
NOfe.-If this route is let to contract, the present
service route 7O4, from Newown to Litchfeld, is
to he discontinued
Proposals. therefore, for tri-weekly horse service on
part of 7O4, from Newtown to Sou,hbury, miles, to
run in two hours, days and at hours that will make
due connexions with the railroad cars, are invited.
No proposal will be considered unless it be accom-
sble. persons in the following manner. viz: The nn.
carrying the mail from - To- DO accepted BY
prior TO- The 18th November next, with good and su.
clent snretes' to perform the service proposed
lhls should be accompanied by the cefhtlcnte OF n
Postmaster or other equivalent testimony, that the
gunrantors are men Of property, and able to make
good their guaranty.
The proposals should be sent to the Department
sealed, endorsed, "Ppposas for Roue No. -"
and addressed to the First Assistant Postmaster Cen
eral.
For the prohibition Of bids resulting from combnn-
tions and the terms and conditions on which the
tract is to be made see the late annual advertisements
F. GRANGER,
Postmaster General.
Poet Office Denortsnent Aur 2S lS4l 6 "A
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09
NOTICE

rs hereby given to all persons, residents and
Il non-residents, liable to pay a town tax in
Cornwall, Of three cents on the dollar, on list
of l64O that the subscriber is ready at all
times to receive said tax at his dwelling; and
will attend to receiving said tax on Friday
the 18th day of September next, at the store
of Frederick Kellogg, from to ~ O'Clock A.
NJ, also at Col. Odell's hotel, from TO
o'clock P. M.
N. B. Those who neglected to pay their
taxes the last year are particularly requested
to settle them soon, or pay such fees as the
law allows for collecting.
JACOB Scov1LI, 2D, Collector.
COrn,r0H AuDMst o. 184l IA
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09

n NHE subscriber having received warrant
u TO collect the state tax of one cent on the
dollar on list of 1910, for the town of War
rem, hereby gives notice to all who are liable
to pay said taxes, that he will meet them at
the store of Gilbert g. Morehouse, in said
Warren, on the Goth of September next, at l
O'Clock p. M. for the purpose of receiving
said tax. Those who neglect this opportuni-
ty of paying must expect to pay the legal
fees. FREDERICK CoLMAN. CoLlecf0r.
Warren, Aug. 26, lS41. *14
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1841-09-09

Alta Court of Probate holden at Liichfeld, with-
in and for the district Of LitchGeld, on the Cd
day Of September, 1871:
Present, Ralph G.. Camp. Esq. Judge.
TERTA1N real and personal estate having
" been assigned by JOHN MISSIONER, of
Litchfcld, to Rufus Ames, of said Litchtield,
in trust for the several creditors of said John
MISSIONER, this Court doth appoint the 18th
day of September, l84l, at y O'Clock in the
forenoon. at the probate Office in Litchfield,
tor the appointment of Commissioners to re.
ceive, examine and adjust the claims of all
who were the creditors of the said John Wes-
tower at the time of said assignment; and said
trustee is directed TO give notice of this order
by publishing copy thereof in newspaper
printed in Litch6eld, and by posting like
copy on the public signpost in said Litchfield
nearest the place of residence of said assign
or, that all persons interested may appear, if
they see cause, and be heard relative to said
appointment. Certified from Record.
Is RALPH G. CAMP, Judge.