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Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09
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HoRTIcuLTURE.-At the late horticul-
tural exhibition Of the Essex Natural His
tory Society at Salem, Mass, there were
$50 plates Of fruits, containing % varieties
Of pears, go Of apples, 25 of peaches,
of plums, 10 Of grapes, together with mel
ons, nectarines, figs, and oranges, both
gathered and growing on the trees. The
wild flowers Of the field and Of the forest
were there, and the more regular and
snowy productions Of the garden. The
cultivators of the dahia must have been
very successful. There were more than
1000 superb blooms in the stands, and a
legion mingled in boquets with other flow
erS.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09
From the London Mechanics Magazine.

New GUN INTRODUCED INTO ENGLAND,
By NJ. Jacques Auguate Demondion.-The
gun is loaded and prmed at one operation,
and is cooked by lifting up the breech to
introduce the cartridge.
The cartridge is of peculiar kind, con-
tanning within itself tube filled with deto-
mating powder, which exploding in the We.
ry middle Of the cartridge, produces bet
ter discharge. 1t requires third less pow
der than common cartridges, and the bore
O. the gun is greater at the breech than at
the muzzle, which makes it carry farther
and mroe correctly.
From the peculiarities Of the cartridges
and barrel, the cartridges taken from the
enemy can he Immediately used for the
new gun, but the new cartridges will not
do for the pieces Of the enemy.
The bayonet is more easily managed in
exercising; is more difficult to be pullej
off by an enemy is longer, and the shout
der shorter than usual; therefore it is
stronger; and being underneath the gun.
instead Of at the side, is more dangerous,
and does not interfere with the aim the
charge is completely covered up, and pro-
tected from wet.
The gun is so easily managed, that with
a few hours practice a soldier will fire
from 10 TO 10 shots minute, and can load
and fire upright or lying ching
or standing-one almost as we'll as the
other. From not having to use his arm to
load, he is less liable to be wounded by the
enemies shot; and for the same reason, the
gun is particularly advantageous on board
of ship Moreover, it can be loaded easily
in the dark.
And although more shots are fired in a
minute, the barrel does not heat so much
as those Of common guns, because at every
shot there is a rush Of air through it.
1t is very strong, cannot be inadvertent-
ly double loaded, and is free from many
of the disadvantages Of flint or percussion
lock guns.
1t is simple, and can be made by COM
mon workmen, and all its parts are of re-
gular shape, so that they can be made by
machinery, which will reduce its expense
below that of ordinary guns.
1t is easily cleaned, having neither cocks
nor any complicated system of springs
and the ring that holds the bayonet on has
a screw driver on it to unscrew the
parts.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

Legislature of Noracay.-A traveller in
Norway gives the following description of
the Storthing, CT Legislative Assembly, in
that cousry:
"The S.orthing is now sitting. | have
Just been to the Assembly. 1t presents a
curious spectacle. Some Of the members
arc dressed in coarse woollen cloth like
banketing, with hair hanging profusey
over the shoulders, broad-brimmed hats of
various shapes, and boots Of certain size.
The whole costume, as we'll as their hum
BILE mode Of speaking, or rather reading
opinions, atlests the unsophisticated sim
picity of these worthy sons Of our north
ern ancestry.
They tell tale of days once known in
England, before the progress Of luxury had
introduced abuses which call for correc-
tive hand; the hand Of moderate, judi
cious, and christian reform. After the la
bors of the day, the members all dine to-
gether in large room on the first floor of
the hotel in which lodge The table is
laid out neatly, but not sumptuously, and
decorated with flowers; simple and beau
tirul substitute for the silver ornamets of
more luxurious countries. The constitu-
ton is purely democratic. Adherence Of an
aristocracy is carried TO such an extent,
that only three Of the ancsient nobility are
left in Norway, and their title will die with
them. or with their sons. Moral excellence
Is hereafter to;form the only distinction be-
tween man and man."
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

The CRISIS IN TExAs.-Presenta appear.
ances indicate that the Texans are TO have
another struggle for the maintenance of
their independence, and if successful, it
will probably be the last. For months
past Santa Ana has been engaged in rails
ing and drilling an army for the invasion
Of Texas, and he has also contrived TO gel
together respectable naval force includ.
ing two steamers from England, armed
with Paixhan guns. and manned by Brit
sh seamcn. A preliminary to the invas-
ion of Texas ne has sen. his squadronand
700 soldiers to reduce Yucatan to sublec-
ton; and should he succeed in this object,
as he probably WILL (having already cap
tured Laguna and the Ucatan foilla, the
whole disposable force Of Mexico will be
available for the invasion of Texas. And
against Texas we have no doubt it will be
directed We anticipate combined attack
by sea and land While the Mexican
squadron with perhaps land force in adj
dition, operates against Galveston and its
vicinity, the main army may be expected
to enter from the West. A portion of this
army, according to the last accounts, had
already surprised San Antonio, capturing
the principal Inhabitants, including the
Judge and officers Of the Court, then in ses-
sion, lawyers, clients and all. 1t seems
strange that the viglant Texans should al
low themselves to be 'come over so hand
somely. A few months ago they took the
alarm, and prepared for defence. But the
immediate danger having soon passed
away, the militia were discharged, and af-
fairs were suffered to 60 on as if in the
midst Of a profound peace. Never since
the Declaration Of Independence, was Tex
as more unprepared for a vigorous contes,
than at this time. Her army is disbanded
her ships Of war lie idle at New Orleans
for want Of funds. when their presence is
urgently needed on the coast Of Yucatan
and Texas-her credit is utterly PROSTATE
and money she has none. Still, she has
brave hearts and strong hands-and when
the crisis comes she will be found equal 10
il.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

A letter from Berlin, dated August 3,
which we find in the New York "Courier
des Etats Unis," says:
"On Wednesday morning last, we were
witnesses Of an exhibition probably unex-
umpled in modern time, at least in ferma-
ny-a swimming masquerade. twas got
up by the pupils OF the Royal Swimming
School Of Berlin, to celebrate the twenty
fifth anniversary Of the foundation of this
establishment, which. up to the presen
time, has produced in all 23,360 skilfu-
swimmers.
At eight o'clock there swan out into the
river the follow procession. A large fiat
bottomed boat, transferred into a bower,
in which were four numerous Military
bands, performing favorite musical pieces;
a car in the form Of Il sea shell, contain
ing Neptune, with his hair and beard form
ed with sea weeds, and armed with his tr-
dent, the car being drawn by six dolphins
and surrounded by nereids and trtons, the
latter blowing trumpets and beating GYM
balls; numerous troop Of American lndi-
ans, the heads dressed with brilliant feath-
ers, their necks and arms adorned with
necklaces and bracelets Of coral. and sew
eral Of them armed with war clubs; Scotch
men, Norwegians, Spaniards, Italians and
Russians in their National costumes; Bac-
chus mounted on gigantic barrel, crown
ed with vine and ivy leaves, and brandish-
ing his thyrsis, with which he directed the
movements Of hundred bacchantes swim
ming around his throne and executing gro
tesque evoutions; the king Of the frogs,
represented by frog Of enormous size
reposing on a car Of seaweed, and follow
ed by others Of his race Of smaller size;
and the procession closed by Two hundred
sailors in their appropriate costume sing
ing National hymns.
This extraordinary celebration, which
was favored by delightful weather, attroc-
ted more than 10000 spectators, who ira
versed either on foot, horseback, or in We
hicles the banks Of the Spree, or sailed
along the river in boats tastefully adorned
with flags, flowers and garlands."
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

Fall of Tourists from Deep Precipice
an Swit=erland.-A dreadful accident late
ly occurred to M. Brossard, professor of
philosophy at the College of Bourg, and
his lady. and Madame de La Flechere, a
friend; whilst making an excursion in
Switzerland in an open carriage. In 60
ing down steep declivity, the rens gave
way, and the horses dashed over preci-
pice 800 feet deep, dragging the carriage
after them. Madame Brossard was killed
on the spot; M. Brossard was seriously
hurt, but is expected to recover; Madame
De La Fiechere, who was thrown out of the
carriage was falling down, caught by some
shrubs growing out Of the side of the pre-
cipice; and was scarcely injured.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09
INCREASE OF BosToN.-The vast influ,

INCREASE OF BosToN.-The vast influx
Of people and business, into Boston and the
towns bordering upon it, is attracting a,ten-
ton in all parts of the country. E-en our
own citizens cannot refrain from express
ing their surprise at the daily increasing
demand for shops and houses, and the ac-
tivity and thrift that pervade all quarters
Of the town and suburbs. Provision, of
course, are high and quickly sold; bring
ing, in fact, greater price than can be OBJ
tanned for them in any other city.
Traveller.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

JUNCTION OF THE RED SEA AND THE
MEDITERRANEAN.-Th Frankfort Jour-
nal published letter dated Trieste, llth.
ult. stating that Mehemet Ali has assured
the French engineer. Mongel, that he
wished to realize the dream of his life, the
Junction of the Red Sea and the Mediter-
ranean, by means of canal. For this
purpose the PaSha had written to Mr.. Bru-
mel. the engineer who executed the
Thames Tunnel, proposing to him to UNI
dertake this work.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09
THE Cry OF MAGNIFICENT Distances.

THE CRY OF MAGNIFICENT DISTANCES.
The City Of Washington is IL square
miles in extent, covering an area of 7 1874
acres. Not less than 1904 acres are in
the streets and public squares. Out Of
7,134 acres, II squares, covering Sal
acres, are reserved to the United States.
The running length Of the streets laid out
is 274 mles-those streets being equal TO
an average Of 100 feet wide. Not only
are the II squares, covering 54l acres.
reserved for the use Of the U. S. but Of
the 2O,272 building lots. one half were
given to the U. States, and ali the prop
erty held by the Government in the city
is free from taxation.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

THE BRITIsH TREATy.-The London
Times, received by the late arrival, gives
rather cold approval Of the Treaty. The
London Herald shows its teeth thus
"At the beginning Of this century (bc-
fore England's folly commenced such a
Treaty as this would have called down in
stan: impeachment upon the head ofits au-
thors. or rather no more could any Eng
lishman have been brought to sign such an
act, possible, than any Englishman at this
day would dream of walking naked down
ST. James street,"
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

SCENE IN OUR OFFICE-LAsT YEAR,
"Mr Editor, | have stepped in. in order
to have my paper stopped. The times are
so hard, that the luxury Of one newspaper
is all that can possibly afford" "What
other paper are you taking, sir?" ooh!
u-ah-I don't exactly pay for amy paper
myself, but have the reading Of Mr.. C's.
every week, before he wants TO use it,
1STANDARD.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

A HINT TO BLAcKsMITHs.-T cutting
Of the bars or pipes with the chisel is la
borious and tardy process. By the follow
ing mode the same end is attained more
speedily, easily and neatly: bring the iron
to white heat, and then, fixing it in a
vice, apply the common saw, which with
out being turned in the edge. or injured
n any respect, will divide it as easily as
if it were a carrot.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

BEAUTIFUL REpLy.-Not many months
since, while number of young people
were discoursing upon the easiest mode Of
leaving the world, whether drowning,
freezing, &C., we're the least painful, a
Miss Of fifteen was asked how she should
choose to die, who replied, IL wish to die
the death of the righteous"
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09
BIRDS EYE VIEW OF THE ELECTIONS.

Since the beginning of last July, cleo
tons for members Of the Legislature in l6
States out of 26 composing the Union, have
taken place, and of these 16, five marked
have chosen a Governor. In New Jer-
sey and South Carolina the Legislature
choose the Governor.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

Col. r. NJ. Johnson, ex-Vice President
came into Philadelphia from Reading by
railroad on Monday, and had his pocket
book containing over 500 stolen just as
he left the cars. The thief had not been
detected when the train left for New York.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

Mr.. BIDDLE's COUNTRY SEAT.-The
country seat Andalusia, Of this gentleman
On the Delaware is advertised for sale by
the Sheriff of Bucks county. on the 4th
prox.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09
A little horse presented TO Victoria a few

A lille horse presented to Victoria few
days since by an English ship master, is
only 81 inches high. The {" little fellow"
was put through his several gaits in the
presence of her majesty and the nobility
of her household Great were the express
slons of delight at his wonderful perform
ances. He was afterwards put in stable
to recruit. Ii is understood that he is to
be trained for saddle nag 10 the Prince
Of Wales. Big business, this.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

Corn STALK SUGAR.-The Sangamo
Journal learns that Capt. Madison, Of
Ha ncoek county, has made some 200
pounds of Corn Stalk Sugar this sea-
son.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

A GREAT BIrE.-Gen. Rutland, Of ST.
Louis. in chastising Negro boy. was bit
by him so severely in the finger, that a
consultation has teen held by the surgeons
on the necessity Of amputa,ng his arm to
prevent the extension Of modification.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

They have at Brussels society for inn
proving the training of carrier pigeons
Recently they had prize flight Of 81 pr
geons from Paris I Brussels. They
were let off at O'Clock in the morning,
and six, belonging to different owners, ar
rived there before O'Clock. The prizes
were valuable.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

CINCINNATI BANKs,--The circulation
of these banks has fallen to 1925, $751;
In 1889, it was 81, 472,O53.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

GEN. JACKsoN.-The old soldier re-
Gently received a painful injury in the
forehead, by the upsenlng of carriage,
near the Hermitage, in which he was
going 10 visit a sick neighbor.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

UNIvERsALIsr.-There are said to be
81 Universalist meetings house in the
United States.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

COPPER MINE.-A copper mine, it is
said, has been discovered in the western
part Of Dade CO. Missouri, extending
some 10 or Is miles in length.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

THANKsGIvING.-- Governor Of
Michigan has appointed the Oath day Of
November as day Of Thanksgiving.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

Wing loss, 71,Ol8
1t should be noted, however, that this
loss implies change Of only 35, 500 votes.
If staying at home did the mischief, then
in the above six states, II, OlS Wing voters
must have staid at home, more than did so
in November 1910.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09
EMIGR ANTS

There have arrived New York since the
commencement of the present year:
Males. Females. Total.
Jan.l to Mar.31, 1905 9lO 3,0O5
Apr 1 to June 80 24,lO2 1904 3O,196
July to Sep. 80 1919 1O,066 49,
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09
S59,75

This is most expeditions route ; being
done in six or seven days.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

To New ORLEANs.-THE EXPENSE
The Boston Bee makes the expense Of ira
Yelling from Boston to N. Orleans to be
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1842-11-09

Wing maj. 1O9,782
The majority this year, in those States
where Governor has been chosen, in
the others it is impossible to give correct
statement Of the popular vote. Is as fol-
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1842-11-04

Coiored Persons in Ohio.-An important
Judicial decision has lately been made in
Ohio, in relation to colored people, by
Judges Lane and Birchard, one of whom is
Wing aud the other is a Democrat. The
decision asserts the principle that the Legis-
lature of Ohio shave no power to make dis
tinction among citizens of other States who
may settle in this" And the principle is
asserted in reference to the case of a color
ed citizen of Louisiana, who had emigrated
to and settled in the State. By this decision
all the laws of the State making distinctions
on account of color, whether in relation to
giving security, or educational privileges, or
to testimony, are rendered null and void, so
far as they affect any colored citizens of
other States, who may have emigratcd to
Ohio.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1842-11-04

Good and True.-The natural bent Of
the young mind TO mischief, and sometimes
crime, is greatly increased aud confirmed in
the pnrest heart, by the least touch of cor
ruption. Confidence in companions leads
us to the commission of that which under
other circumstances would have been re-
voting. Freedom from parental restraint is
the beginning of loose morals, and he who
sends child to school should be careful TO
see that his companions. are youths of moral
principles, and equally as careful to have
the Instructor man competent not only in
point of learning, but also in point of morals
Nothing can save, when the heart is tainted,
but the virtuous example and gentle admo-
nitions of mother The youth thus res
cued by mother's influence, in after years
will love his beneiactor too much to go
counter to her counsels--and when her
Gliding voice is hushcd in the grave, no sim
ful aluremcnt can tempt without the warn-
ing accents of that voice being heard from
the tomb. The Importance of early moral
instruction will appear more forcible, if we
reflect that the seeds of vice are difficult to
be destroyed. Sown in the young and ten
der mind, they grow with the growth of the
body and the harvest of age will be rife with
poisonous weeds. Store the youthful mind
with the sublime teachings of Jesus, so that
when the days Of oyhood have passed away,
happy memory may travel back to the fowe-
ry fields of early associations, and find in
the recolections of past virtue and present
purity, solacc and a joy, of which no earth
" misfortune can deprive them. Boyhood
integrity, linked to the vrtuous aspirations
and efforts of after life, can "lghten the
burden ofthe moontide heat" and g,d with
the light of well grounded hope of another
and happier existence, the gathering shades
of declining life, and the deeper darkness Of
the nightiall OF DEATH ns
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1842-11-04
BY VIM. f. YTHER.

's..N-Al PRAYER
Give me, oh God the power and will,
To do to others as still,
Would they should do 10 me-
Give me a conscience free from guile;
Teach me on earthly things to smile;
And turn my heart to Thee.
Thou know'st that hearts most secret spring
To Thee no false account bring;
For al--all Thou dost know.
D.. unerring Judge TO Thee bend;
Thou knows my being, aim, and end,
ID. And Thou wilt mercy show
When have erred, oh Lord, forgive;
When I've been right, grant while live
l in that path may stay.
And oh whenever worldly pride
Would turn my wandering steps aside,
Do Thou direct my way.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1842-11-04
VOL. IX.-NO. 10.

M. Clay and AJoEtion. When Mr..
Clay was at Richmond, Indiana, on the LIST
inst, he was waited on by Committee of
Abolitionists, headed by Mr.. .Mcndenhall of
Randolph County, bearing long petition
Tor the emancipation of his slaves A num-
Der OF the prominent Locoiocos of that re-
glon had signed it, hoping TO embarrass him.
Mr. Clay calmly aud cour;eously replied to
the request stating that he deplored the ex-
istence of slavery as National evil, and
would willingly unite in any practicable
measure for its eradication. He did not
think the course of the Aboitionists cacu-
lated to accomplish that end on the con-
trary he knew that the feeling in favor of
emancipation had been put back fifty Years
in Kentucky by the Abolition excitement-
The people were nearly ripe for gradual
emancipation, until the indignation excited
by the course of the Aboltionsts absorbed
every rival feeling. .
MIR. Clay, while he declined compliance
with the request thus preferred to him-he
thought unkindly and ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
the petitioners to bestow their charity on
those around them who were in want, while
the objects of their sympathy had abundance
and were happy-and desired to make them
a proposition. He said there belonged TO
him fifty slaves, valued at Sl5, Geo. If the
slgners of this petition would raise this sum
or give security for It's payment, not TO him
or for his benefit, but for the benefit of the
objects of their sympathy, he would then
= = - -. -.--...s.sS
lie would hold il under adiscment. A aL
No answer was given to this proposition.
~ y. Tribune.