The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1842-06-17

degree of field military talent (fed tactics,) united
with extensive learning He may yet become dan |
gerous TO the States. He was Quartermaster Gene |
raj of the State of Illinois, and at another time
Professor in the Erie University. II will therefore
be seen, that nothing but high price could have |
secured HIM to these iaiia'ics. Only part OF then
officers, regenis and professors. however, are Nor
mons, but then they are az united By common Ia
terest, and viii acI together On inain points, 10
a man. Those who are not Mormons when thcy
come here, very soon become 40, whether from IN
teTest or CONVICTION
The Smnhs are not without talent and are said 10
be as brave as lions Joseph, the Chief, is noble
looking fellow, "a Mahomet every inch OF him. The
Postmaster Sidney Rgdon, is a lawyer philosopher
and SAINT Their other Generals are also men of
talents and some OF them men OF learning. | have
no doubt that they are all brave, as they most
unguestlonaby ambitious, and the tendency Of their
religious creed is to annihae all other sects; you
may therefore see that the time will come when this
gathering host of religious fanatics will make this
country shake TO Its centre. A western empire Is
certain. Ecclesiastical history presents no parallel
to this people, inasmuch as they are establishing
their religion on a learned footing. All the scien-
taught, and to be taught in their colleges,
with Latin, Greek Hebrew, French, Italian, Span
ish, &c &c. The mathematical sciences, pure and
mixed, now in successful operation, under an
extremely able Professor OF the name OF Pratt, and
graduate of Trinity College, Dublin, is President
of their University.
Now, sir, what do you think of Joseph, the mo-
dern Mahometl
arrived here in cog on the LIST inst land from the
great preparation for the mihtaryparade was induced
TO stay to see the turnout, which confess has asto-
nshed and filed me with fears for future conse-
quences. The Mormons, il is true, are now peace
able, but the lion is asleep. Take care, and don't
rouse him.
The city of Nauvoo contains about ten thousand
souls and is rapidly increasing 1t Is well laid out,
and the municipal affairs appear TO be well conduct
ed. The adjoining countrytis beautiful prairie
Who willsay that the Mormon Prophet is not among
the great spirits OF, the age?
M0rmOnS
about one hundred and fifty thousand, and are con-
stantly pouring into Nauvoo and the neighboring
country There are probably in and about this city,
and adjacent territories not far from 900 of these
warike fanatics, this place having been settled by
them only three years ago.
AN OFFICER OF THE U. S. ARTILLERY.
From the sagamo Qll.) Journall
Since the attempt upon the life OF Governor
Boggs it has been feared that some emisaries might
visit Nauvoo for the purpose of retaatng upon the
Mormon Prophet; and for that reason, it is rumor-
ed, guard is now provided for the city The Off
cial notices of the establishment of this guard are
given in the "Wasp," which are here copied:-
MAJOR GENERALs OFFICE, NAuvoo LEGION,
CRY OF NAuvoo, H.. May goth, 1912.
To THE CITIZENS OF THE City OF NAUvoo-
have this day received order from General Joseph
Smith, Mayor of said city, to detail regular night watch
placing on duty the following named persons, to wit ID.
Huntington, w. d, Huntington, l.. ~ Scov c. Allen,
who will hereafter obey ed respected SUCH until
JOHN c. BENNETT Major General.
MAYoR's OrrrcE, CRY OF NAuvoo,
May Goth, A. d. 1912. :
You hereby directed to appear my Office daily at
6o'cock, NJ, to receive orders and at o'clock A. NJ
70 make reports, until regularly dbanded by the Major
JOSEPH SMITH, Mayor
From these official notices, it would appear that
The Mormons have a government entirely OF their
own, an army OF their own, portions OF which are
flof.c haIo Tho pft Tho Mavo IF No,
VOC, when he peases TO make requisition upon the
commanding officer for their services. This is, in
Decd curious state of things. Christian sect IN
Illinois, keeping upa military organization for their
own particular purposes! What would be thought
If the Baptiss, Mehodlsts, Presbyterians or Epsco-
palans of this State had separate military organiza-
tons, and that their respective legions of troops
were in constant practice of military discipline p
These Mormon troops are said now to amount to
1000 men, and that they are as well drilled regu
lar soldiers.
The laws of incorporation under which the Nor
mons are now enjoying exclusive privileges, have
given rise, latery, to some public discussions. We
have now before us communication from Mount
Vernon, Jefferson county, Ill this state. which pos
sesses much interest. Ii appears from this commu-
nicaiion that the laws il question were passed by
our locofoco Legislature Ia legislature, by the bye
which protessed an utter aversion to monopolies in
the shape of incorporaons), for political purposes
There now be no doubt OF the fact, that the
proclamation issued by Lieutenant General Smith,
to his people, requiring them to vote Tor Messrs.
Snyder and Moore, was the result OF the passage OF
these laws by the locofoco Legislature.
An ORDINANCE RELATION TO RELIGIOUS SOCIETIES.
Sec Be ordained by the City Council of the City of
Baptsts LatterDaysants, Quakers, Epscopalans Uni.
versass Untarians Mahomedans and all other religious
and equal privileges in this city and should any person
guilty of rdiculing abusing otherwise deprecating
another in consequence OF his religion of disturbing
interrupng any religious meeting within the limits OF
this city he shall conviction thereof before the Mayor
Municipal Court be considered disturber of the pub
lie peace and fined in any sum not exceeding five hundred
iolars imprisoned not exceeding six months both
at the discretion of said Mayor Court.
Sec B. This ordinance to take effect and be in force,
from and after its passage. Passed. March ls A. D. lssl
JAMES SLOAN Recorder.
PUBLIC MEETING.
According 70 previous notice, very large and respec
liable meeting of the citizens of the city of Nauvoo con-
sened the Temple ground Thursday the 26h day of
Nav. at one O'Clock PM.
The meeting was called to order by Gen. Bennett, on
whose motion the assembly duly organized by the a
ointment of General Joseph Smith, Chairman and Colo.
eel James Sloan, Secretary. s.t
The object of the meeting then stated in speech OF
considerable length by Gen. smith, distinctly avowing
his intention to cooperate vote with either the
Wing or Democratic parties, as such.
The meeting then unanimously disapproved Of the
marks Of the Quincy Whg in relation participation
Of Gen. Smith in the violent death Of Gov Boggs Of Mis-
smith had made such prediction.
Gen. Bennett at the solicitation Of the Chairman then
spoke at length on State and general politics. and nom
mated Sidney Rgdon and Orson Pratt for representatives
for the county Of Hancock at the approaching August
election which nominations were unanimously concurred
in by the assembly.
George Miller then made speech recommending the
selection Of full ticket which was concurred in and
George AIler put in nomination for the State Senate from
Hancock Hiram Kimball for County Commissioner; and
William Backenstos for Sheriff Acommee was then
appointed to take the names Of the legal voters in the
Nuvoo precinct and report the next general meeting
Of the people, two weeks from this dav at the
| time and place
| The meeting then adjourned for two weeks.
JOSEPH SMITH, Chairman.
JAMES SLOAN Secretary.
LETTER TO MRs EMMA SMITH, WIFE PROPHET.
EDwARpsvmLE, Madison Co., Feb. Ia, 1912.
Ever Dear FRIEND seat myself this time to address
few lines you, is long time since have seen
you, Oft saints always loved your company
and have often thought Of you when your aectonatc
husband was in jail wish you to inform me how much