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Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

! SUGAR FROM Corn STALKs.-The manufacture
OF sugar from corn-stalks, has become engross-
ing subject with many farmers In the west. great
variety of articles ably written, have recently made
their appearance this subject, in the different
agricultural journals, and newspapers o. the day.
The public mind seems to be almost entirely diver
ted from the idea of manufacturing sugar from the
beet, since the practlcablty of producing sugar
! from corn-staks has been made known 1t has
been conceded by those whose opinions on this
subject should be regarded as high authority that
the manufacture of sugar from corn-stalks, is far
more practicable in this country than sugar from
the beet; the former being attended with less ex-
pense, the machinery required being less compca-
ted, and the process more simple. The matter is
one of incalculable importance the west, and we
trust some of enterprising farmers, will give
the subject an investigation, and do something by
way of experimenting the present year. We fully
concur in the following remarks by the Union Ag-
ricuturist, and hope they will be fvorably regar-
ded
we want the farmers of the west to make nu-
merous experiments this season in the culture of
corn with view to the manufacture of sugar.
The various kinds of corn should be planted, and
in various ways-in drills hills, and broad cast
The sweet corn should think an excellent var-
ETY.. On of it take off the silk; on others
pluck off the ears in different stages of formation;
top some of it just before the kernel is glazed, to
learn what proportion of the saccharine matter is
extracted by the forming and ripening, and
whether the ear will ripen sufficiently to be vaua-
BILE for feeding stock if topped when green.
/" The man who takes hold of this subject and in
vestigaes thoroughly, will render an incaculable
benefit to the west; one for which he will long be
remembered.
"The Peoria Register says Mr.. Henry Wilcox
and MIR. Carpenter, and brother of Galesburg,
Knox county, preparing to enter into the bust
ness this year.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

The recent political demonstrations of the people
of the States in which elections have been held
exhibit the star of the democracy in the ascendant
In New Hampshire, the democratic party in the
State have led the way to triumph by majority of
5000. In Connecticut, the democrats have gained
a signal victory In Virginia, as far as heard from
decided gain is exhibited over the results of last
year. Present indications are auspicious and in
duce the beiefthat other states will follow in the
wake of these. The people have seen enough of
the fruits of the present adminisration-they have
tried the virtues of Wing specifics and have found
not to answer and good or valuable purpose. For
to what other cause than that of a want of conf
dence in the dominant power, can the revolutions
i'll favor of democracy be attributed The public
mind is not moved upon by any artificial or extra
neous excitement; no popular clamor or appeals to
passion are resorted to-the simple question of
whigism or democracy is before the people, This
demonstrates tina, the strength of democratic prn-
ciples, lies in the "sober second thought of the
people.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17
A TERRIBLE AFFAIR AT LOUISVILLE.

One man burnt to dcah amt another 2nurdercd
fire broke out at Louisville on the 10Th inst,
which consumed house in which there was a sick
man, stranger, WHO became a victim to the
flames. 1t is supposed that person not known to
the family where the sick man lay, who came a
few days since, and assumed the authority of taking
OF him and his effects, set the building on fire.
Several other adjoining houses also destroyed
before the flames could be checked.
The most terrible part of this affair is yet to be
related Whilst the fire was raging a gentleman
named Patten, an old and highly respectable citi-
zen, removed his furniture, fearing that the house
might also be consumed. After the fire had been
completely eXtingulshed, and the hustle and tur-
mol atendcnt thereon, had somewhat subsidized
MIR. Patten proceeded to replace his property; and
while in the act of doing so, was attacked in the
passage leading to his house by man armed with
bowie knife who cooy and deliberately, with
out the slightest provocatlon, stabbed him to the
heart, and made his escape. This unfortunate man
expired almost instantly but his last breath he ut
tered, in language loud enough to be heard that
his murderer was named NJ Laughlin, who has
since been identified, apprchen4 Ri and imprisoned,
TO await his trial. 1t is the opinion of the Louis
vile Journal, that this city is at present infested
with gang of lncendiaries, and the fire here men
toned was caused by some of them.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

We lay Tho following correspondence from Wash
Ins"n before readers The first letter was recei-
we'd some days since, and we were much graifed on
It's receipt 10 find the approach of the Time hen
the ldrrs of the old bonds might calculate a, least
on receiving the principal amount of their dues but
the second letter which was r, cciveG BY last m l.
put damper upon these anticipatons and we don /
see now that The territory is any nearer getting the
money than il has been for The past year. The same
difficulty appears still 10 exist that has existed The
f'rm"r Secretary of the Territory, F. J. Dunn, and
The present Secretary boh cain The right 10 receive
ami disbursc the money and although they have been
at it for the last fifteen months, it seems that they
have not yet been able to sati<fy the Department
at Washington as TO which is really entitled 10 it,
This may probably be the ifiiet time that Mr. Dunn
has been heard from the subject, and whether
not this is The las, time he is be heard, we do
not know. But the money is APP opriaied, sooner
or later it mus, come.
Gen Dodge has been indie fat glb'e in his efforts to
have this me y transmitted, and he will not be sa-
tisfied until ii is sent to one
WASHINGTON, ID. c., April 49, 1912.
To the Editor Of the Southport Telegraph:
SIR:-You will obge me by giving the follow
ing letter, (Which received this morning) an early
insertion In your paper.
Your obd't servant,
HENRY DODGE
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

The Natchitoches Herald says" The
Santa Fe Expedition, we pretend TO know
good deal about, and we do assert that il
the Texans had found matters little
easier at Santa Fe, they would have taken
possession oft AS to trading, it was in
fact, all fudge"
Natchitoches, is near the Texas from
tier and directly on the route usually TAX
en- by emigrants who travel by land 10 that
country. We have no doubt the editor
knows what he says, and If he had said
nothing about the trading part nobody
would ever had suspected that body OF
armed men would 60 to trade in a
nation at war with the country from
whence they come.
The truth is the expedition was fitted out
as every body knows TO plumber Santa
Fe.--.JuZ. Cou.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17
WoMAN's ADvANTAGE.-Aw woman

A WoMAN's ADvANTAGE.-A woman
may say what she likes TO you without the
risk Of getting knocked down for 1t. She
can take a snooze after dinner while her
husband has gone to work. She can dress
herself in neat and tidy shoes for dollar,
which her husband has to earn and fork
over to her. She can take walk on
pleasant day without the fear of being
called to treat at every coffee house she
passes. She can paint her face if too pale,
or flour it, if too red She can stay at
home in time Of war, and wed again il her
husband is "kilt." She can wear corsets
If loo thick, and other "fixins," if too
thin.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

ONO BANKs.-These institutions have greatly
curtalled their circulation within few MONTHS
In January their circulation amounted to S3, 2O9,-
724-specle, $s84,323 In February, the circula-
ton was s., 75o, 06O-specie $500, O68. In March
the circulation was reduced down to $3.50 257. and
the specie to $3.50 1894. This curtailment has been
brought about by the resumption bill ofast winter.
and the pressure is severely felt.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

Elisha Starr, formerly editor of the Milwaukee
Journal, is now at the head Of the Milwaukee Sen,i-
mel, vice Harrison Reed, abdicated
Reed. we have been told, is going to Madison to
start the "Wiskonsanian," an enterprise about as
Quixosic, as his eldeavors to make Doty appear an
honest man.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

FRUITS OF TEMPERANCE.-Slncet the great tenn
perance reform in Ireland, the most happy changes
have been wrought among the people. From re-
cent statement published in Irish paper the fol-
lowing gratifying facts exhibited. In the wear
1910 there were 2i24 public schools in Ireland, in
ISL the number of public schools was 300, ma
king an increase of nearly 500 schools, in one year
During the same time the number of scholars
taught in the schools were increased fifty thousand
Thus, in addition to the almost other innumerable
blessings, which have been secured to Ireland
through the influence of the temperance reforma-
ton, the cause of education has received noble
impetus. The combined physical power of Eu-
rope, could not have achieved so many blessings
tor Ireland, as have been gained or that country
through the fundamentally of Father Mathew and
his followers. Ireland, long down trodden by the
foot of British oppression, and bound in chains Of
intemperance, stronger than physical despotism, is
destined to assume a rank among the most emil ght-
ened, refined, and christanlzed nations of the
earth. The temperance reform is calculated to
raise nations as we'll as individuals, from the mine
of degradation to happiness and respectability.-
The human woes and sufferings 1t has already as
suaged can never be recorded by mortal pen; it can
only be written upon the illimitabe pages of eter-
nifty, and can only be read and understood when
shall have put off this mortal coil, land our minds
become expanded with the attributes of Deity.
The HISTORIAN Bishop, whose arrival in our country
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

CoTToN RAISED IN INDIA.-The Salem
Gazette contains the following extract off
letter from Salem gentleman, dated
ALEXANDRIA, egypt March 2, 1912.
"There is q Mr.. r here from Phil
adelpha, and also the cotton planters who
went out under the auspices of the English
Government to raise cotton in India two
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

We omitted to notice sooner, letter addressed
by Gov. Doty of this Territory, to the Hon. VIM.
Medill, member of Congress from the state of Ohio.
The cause which drew forth this extraordinary
communication from Gov. Doty, was speech de-
lisered in Congress by Mr.. Medill, on the subject
of Withholding the appr opraton for the payment Of
Dotys salary. The primary object had in view
by Mr. Medl was doubtless, to spread before Con-
gress the public acts of public funconary, in or
der that just conclusions might be drawn of the
character, honesty, and integrity, of officer hold
ment. OF the propriety of canvassing the qualifi-
cations of public officers, no one can entertain
doubt-it is the business and the right of the peo-
pie and their representatives scrutinize the con-
duct of officers, holding their appointment under
executive patronage-to rigidy review their public
acts, and ferret out chicanery and dishonesty. Nor
should any public officer shrink from investigation,
seek concealment.
The letter of Gov. Doty addressed to Mr.. Me-
dill, betrays extreme sensveness, and is certainly
characterized with undue passion and excitement
In the very outset of his letter, he commences by
saying, 4" am astonished at the impudent and false
StdtcleHtS uldue ny you, III your speech on the ap
preparation bill"
Not content however with combining himself to
the representations made by Mr. Medill, he as
sumes false premises and attributes assertions to
MIR. Medlll which he never made. In relation to
the Territorial suits with himself, he says, you
(MediD assert that | removed the Judge who was to
try these famous suits, and put of my own crea-
lures in his place" Now it so happens that Mr..
MedllPs speech contains no assertion of this kind
Here then the Governor of the Territory of Wis
consin places himself in singular attitude before
the peope-charging member of Congress with
having uttered words, which do not appear upon
the record and which he never used And having
thus assumed false premises, Gov Doty proceeds
to charge Mr.. Medill with ignorance and stupidity
for having made the aforesaid assertion
We have not time to notice the letter of Gov
Doty at length, or speak of his unqualified denials
ofthe truth of any part of Mr.. Medills speech
He says in conclusion, 81 distinctly pronounce
every statement and insnuation made by you as
reported, to be false and wholly unfounded."-
Those who have been acquainted with the histo
ry OF Gov Doy during the last few years in this
Territory, know full well that the statements of
Mr.. Medill are not without foundation in truth
However much Doty may exhibit his malice, to-
words those who In obedience to the duty they owe
their country, expose his career of dishonesty; and
however he may attempt to divert the public mind
cannot escape the reributions of political Justice.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

Dry WEATHER.-We regret to say that owing
to the continued dry weather, fears entertained
by the farmers that wheat and other kinds of grain
will suffer much injury. 1t now nearly six weeks
since there has been rain more than sufficient to
Law the dust.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17
Bristol, May 18th, 1912.

FROM TExAs.-Thc steamship Neptune
brings to New Orleans dates from Calves
ton to the 2lst ut. Prcsiden, Houston has
published an Address TO the people Of Tex
as declaring that the contest with Mexico
must be carried on in accordance with the
laws Of national warfare that marauders
will not be protected, and that Mexico shall
not be invaded until after the next session
Of the Tcxian Congrcss-in August. The
Houston Telegraph expresses regret at
this, and fears that the three or four hun
drcd volunteers from the United States, re
Gently ordered to concentrate at Cornus
Christi. will become discouraged with the
delay and the priva,ions to which they will
be exposed. 1t thinks that if Joined by the
forces on the San Antonio they could east
ly take Matamoros with 10000 head of
cattle there. Gen. Burleson arrived at
Austin from Bexar on the 1st. The VOL
unteers he had collected were great dissa-
tsfed at his being superseded by Gen.
Some:vllc. Galveston was vist~d by a
terrible storm on the 18th. The San Ber-
nard was driven ashore, bu, got off unin-
jure1, and the Philadelphia was wrecked
on the Brazos Bar-and went to pieces.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

Havana papers to the 2lst have reached
New Orleans. Extracts are published from
the Mexican papers stating that the descent
made by Gen. Arsta into the Texan terri
tory was merely TO ascertain the means Of
defence which Texas possessed, and tha,
now nothing can be easier than to re-
conquer Texas despite the symrathies Of
their friends in New Orleans" General
Houston, by the way, is beginning to be
appreciated in Texas, the impression be-
ing pretty strong, according to the New
Orleans Bee, that the brandy bottle has
we'll nigh used up the faculties. locomotive
and reflective, Of the 'hero Of San Jacinto.'
So much the worse for Texas. Fanny
EIlsler had taken passage for Philadelphia
direct, 10 the great disappointment of her
New Orleans admirers. who were anticipa-
ting her arrival there with great delight
The Solway reached Havana on the goth
from Vera Cruz with $3.50, 900 in specie.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17
/" TREASURY DEPARTMENT, }
Apru 70, 1912. {
g SIR -

april %, 1912.
"SIR -
have the honor to inform you that a warrant
has th: day issued, in favor of A. P. Field, Esq,
Secretary of the Territory of Wisconsin, for the
sum of 900, directed to him at Madison, Ter
ritory of Wisconsin, ON account of expenses
of the Legislative Council and Assembly, &c,
of said Territory which amount will be transmit
ted to him by the Treasurer of the u S., as soon
as the warrant passes the usual forms of business.
every respectfully, sir,
| remain your obi. servt,
w. FORWARD,
Sec'g Of the Treasury.''
"Hon. HENRY DODGE,
of the III. of Representatives,
City of Washington
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

New APPoRTIoNMENT BnL.-The Bill providing
for apportionment of the House of Represen-
tatives, has passed the House by vote of % to So
The bill fixes the basis of representation at so 49,
Uhder this ratio the House will consist of BOG mem
bers, being increase of Ga the present num-
Der OF members. Under this apportionment no state
will lose any Of its present representations the gain
will be chiefly in the western States. The number
of l5l will constitute majority of the House-this
number of representation may be found in of the
largest States-thus six of the large States will
have majority, numerically, over the other IS
States in the House. The Bill has not yet passed
the Senate.
The propriey of increasing the present number
of members of the House OF Representatives is Just
ly questionable. The number is already too large
and unwledy for the dispatch of business An ad-
dlon, it is feared, will have tendency to retard
legislation rather than to advance it. A few more
speech makers, would protract the sessions the year
round and render the action of the House still more
inefficient than at present
The Albany Argus says, that more buildings
were erected in that city during the past year, than
any year for long time previous. The number of
brick buildings erected during the last year, from
three to five stories high, being not less than $50
VIRGINIA ELECrloN.-The democratic party in
Virginia, have achieved triumph in the late cleo
ton. Returns from the several counties as far as
heard from show decided democratic gain.
Gov. Fairfield, of Maine has issued a Proclama-
ton calling special session of the legislature of
that State on the 18th inst. The object of the ses-
sion set forth in the proclamation, is to receive
such communications may be made to them, re-
lative to the north eastern boundary.
RHODE IsLAND.-Both legislatures are now in
session-the CONSTITUTIONAL and the "Free Suf
frage." There was no outbreak as was anticipa-
ted at the organization of the "Free Sufra ge' le-
gislature. Although the doors of the State House
was shut against them, they nevertheless assembled
in another bulldlng-sxy of the eighty men,
bers of the House were present and took the oath
of office. Gov. Dorr, was inaugurated into Office
and at the close of the ceremony salute of artille
nv was fired. About 600 armed men were in at
tendance. The message of Gov Dorr, (the Cover
of the Suffrage party) is entirely occupied with
the question at issue between the two conflicting
parties. He boldly maintains the justice of the
course pursued by the Peoples Convention, and
evinces determination to adhere unf1n chingly to
the positions assumed by the friends of REFORM
The g CONSTITUTIONAL or charter legislature are
in session and have passed several important acts
In the time propositions have been introduced
into both legislatures, for the appointment of Com
mtees of Conference for the purpose of ascertain
ing whether any means can be devised, to settle the
existing difficulties between the parties in a man.
ner that will be alike honorable to both.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

MEXICAN DISPATCHES The nature and
substance of the dispatches with which Mr..
Dorsey is entrusted for our Minister in
Mexico can only be guessed at. We have
ocen told that the administration has taken
Ugh ground with Santa Ana, and that upon
The arrival of Dorsey at the city of Mexi-
co, matters will be brought to a crisis forth
with. But we have been told this so Of
ten that we must defer forming any OPT
Mon in the premises until something is
done to confirm the rumors afloat. Mean
while, we expect the release Of our friends
in captivity, with the hope deferred tina,
makelh the heart sick.-N O. Bee.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

years ago. The whole thing has fallen
through, and they arrived here on their
way home day before yesterday at our no.
tel. They are very intelligent fellows ap-
parently. am very glad at the RESULT
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17
WASHINGTON, ID. c., May 1st l 8 4

WASHINGTON, ID. c., May 1st $40.
To the Editor Of the Southport Telegraph:
SIR
The day before yesterday | sent you copy
of note, dated the 2Sth ult, which had received
from the Secretary of the Treasury, notifying me
that a remittance would be made to the Secretary
of the Treasury. l was surprised, this morning,
by the following note. | am not aware of the rea-
sons which operate upon the Secretary of the
Treasury.
Respectfully,
Your obedient servant,
HENRY DODGE.
"TREAsURY DEPARTMENT,
April 80, 1912.
"SIR:-
Since writing to you on the subject of the
" remittance proposed to be made to the Secretary
g of the Treasury of Wisconsin, | have decided to
suspend the issue of the warrant in favor of that
60 ofiicer, until advice shall be received bv Mr..
Dunn, who has been written to on the subject.
g am, sir, very respectfully,
"Your obedient servant,
"W. FORWARD,
Secretary Of the Treasury"
Hon. IL. DODGE, Delegate Of H. r.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17
=" TREASURY DEPARTMENT, !
April 80, 1042.

VTThe steamboats, Wisconsin and Great Western
have been here during the past week.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

Mr.. Giddings has been reelected to Congress by
a majority of 1850. There has been great falling
off of the number OF votes cast in 1S4O
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

The HISTORIAN Bishop, whose arrival in our country
has created much interest, design making tour
of the country and will take the great lakes in his
route, from Chicago to Buffalo.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

Gov. Fairfield, of Maine has issued Proclama-
ton calling special session of the legislature of
that State the 18th inst. The object of the ses-
sion as set forth in the proclamation, is to receive
such communications as may be made to them, re.
lative to the north eastern boundary.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

VIRGINIA ELECTIoN.-The democratic party in
Virginia, have achieved triumph in the late cleo
ton. Returns from the several counties as far as
heard from show decided democratic gain.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-05-17

The Albany Argus says, that more buildings
were erected In that city during the past year, than
any year for long time previous. The number of
brick buildings erected during the last year, from
three to five stories high being not less than $50.