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Mobile register and journal., 1845-09-13

NOTICE TO PRE-EMPTION CLAIMANTS.
Every person entitled to the right of presumption
to any lands within the limits Of the townships alb,
enumerated. is required to establish the to the
satisfaction OF the reg lister and Of the proper
land Office, and make payment therefor. soon as
p, acticabe after seeing this notice, before the day
appointed for the Of the public sale Of
The township above designated. embracing the tract
claimed; y otherwise such claim will beiorfeited.
JAS. SHIELDS, Commissioner
my26 151tL OF the General Land Office.
Mobile register and journal., 1845-09-13

La FOR RENT-Walker's Press, with the
-. Wharf in front. Apply TO
sepl11 200M w. r. HALLETT.
La FOR RENTING lower tenement Of the
li;ss two story Brick Dwelling House, on the
south side of ST Michael, between Claiborne and
Franklin streets, being the first dwelling above the
residence of ]. Wanroy, Esq. The house has five
rooms, a pantry, closet and cemented cellar. There
is fine cstern, together with kitchen, ironing room
and servants room on the premises. Apply to
sept |. G. DUBOSE & co. 80 Water ST.
Mobile register and journal., 1845-09-13

"A FOR RENT-From the Ist November
GN next. the following desirable Dwelling Houses,
viz: The two frame Houses the west side Of
Conception, between Cont and Government streets.
Also, the two story brick House west side of jack
son, between Dauphn and st. Francis SITS. Also,
the frame House south east corner Of ST. Louis and
Claiborne SITS. Also. the Ionse adjoining the above.
All the above premises are, will be put in com
pleie repair. Apply to p. B. TAYLOR.
je2S A Hagan's Buildings.
Mobile register and journal., 1845-09-13

IBY THE cALEDANIA AT BOSTON
ARRIVED HENcE-At Liverpool, Aug. l2th.-Ship Roy
Mobile register and journal., 1845-09-13

XHA TO RENT-The fine new and commodous
t::$s4 brick Two story Dwelling House, with a two
stoy brick Kitchen, on The north side of ST. Mi
chael, between St. Lawrence ane Cedar Streets
The house has six well finished rooms, and the par
lors have folding doors, with pantries &c. Posses
sion given on the LIST of November next-but If re-
quired it can be gwen OH the LIST day of October.
Apply 10 JAS. DEVIHE, or to
nuo14 s & L JONES.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

the constitutional competency Of the Executive,
to ensure the prompt, exact and full payment OF
all the dues OF Pennsylvania.
congratulate you, gentlemen, on the gene
raj prosperity of our constituency. 1t is inn
possible to look out upon our Commonwealth,
without recognizing our indispensable obiga.
tons TO the Author of Good. A genial and
healthtul c,ina,c--u soil fertile of agricultural
productions, yet pre-emincntly abounding in
mineral wealth-.n hardy and intelligent popu-
lation-a government of the people themselves,
that secures to industry, enterprise and skill,
their appropriate rcwards--these, by HIS be.
nignant care, have borne us up under concen.
tratcd trials, which might have crushed an older
but less favored community Let us be true 10
ourselves, that lis blessing may abide with us
FRS II. SKUNK.
Harrisburg Jan. 81, lSl5.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

IN CrsTopY,-John Rice, the cx President of
the exploded Northampton Bank passed through
Easton, Pa several days ago, in custody OF seve.
raj constables, who committed him TO the Lee
high county Jail, TO stand his trial at the next
February term for conspiracy to defraud the
Bank, II is said he was taken in New York,
where he was engaged in a candy manniactory.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

The one day Presidential election law, names
the first Tuesday after the first Monday in No
vember for the choice of President and Vice Pre-
sident of the L. States
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25
WAsurNerox. Jannary, 20, lsi5.

The most interesting and sought after docu-
mcnt oithe times, at this critical stage of the
annexation question, reached here this morn
ing, and don't know how | can as well en-
ploy portion Of my letter than by submitting
to the public the extracts that will be found be-
low, and for which am indebted TO the cour-
tesy of one OF The very high authorities IN the
negotiations. The document is entitled San
nual Report OF the Republic Of Texas" dated
"Washington, December lst, lSi4," and sign
ed -. b. Miller, Secretary of the Treasury"
The year ends on the 3lst July lSii.
1870 vessels were entered from foreign ports
or with cargoes subject to duty.
Amount of Merchandise imported, s6s6, 500 03
Total of gross amounts of
Revenue, 0l,il3 80
Expenses of collection, 23,55l Is
Nett amt of Revenue, Si77,S6l SIS
The sum OF the Merchandise impor-
ted from the L. $ of America, $500, ,225 II
From other countries, 1927 80
Total, $3.50, 500 %
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

The Treaty made by Mr.. Gushing with Chi
ma secures 10 Americans the privilege of erect
ing hospitals and temples of rship at each of
the five free ports-an indulgence never before
allowed 10 foreigners, and most honorable ex.
preston from the Chinese in favor of our mis-
sion.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

NALUAnLE WoHK.-The Hon. Charles Hus
ton, the venerable ex-Justice of the Supreme
Court of Pennsylvania, has in progress a work,
which, when completed wIll doubtless prove
valuable acquisition 10 the library of every pro-
iessional gentleman in the State, viz "A Per
ties in Pennsy yIvania."
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

t." A bill was brought before Congress on
the 18th INST, To provide for the payment OF the
passage OF General Lafayette 10 the L. States in
the year 1924. compensation of four or FIVE
thousand dollars is asked for the passage.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

u SALE or 1uE Main LINE.-'The Goth
inst was the day appointed for the sale Of the
Main Line of the Pennsylvania improvements.
Not Il single bid was offered. The sale will be
continued 30 days.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

Tnr SPEECH OF Mr. CnsGMAN, which drew
out the personal remarks ST Mr.. Yancey, and led
to the duel between them, has been published
Such speech is not only an insult TO the coun
try but TO the House in which it was delivered
1t is shameful that such libels upon the people
should be listened TO in Congress
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

IL The concoursc at Harrisburg, at the In
auguraton of Gov, Skunk, was probably the
largest ever assembled at the Capitol Nine
teen military companies were present, amount
ing 10 upwards of eight hundred men,
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25
Extract Of a Letter 10 the american" dated
HARRIsnnRG. Jan. %.

E&tfatt OF q Letter 10 Inc american" dated
HARRIsBpRG, Jan. %.
Yesterday was great day at this place. The
Inauguration of Gov. Skunk had brought together |
a larger concourse than had probably ever assem- |
bed at the Capitol, for similar purpose The
military looked extremely well, and made a
handsome and impressive appearance. There !
were nineteen companies, numbering probably |
about eight hundred men, from Philadelphia, !
Lancaster, Carlisle, Chambersburg, Lebanon,
Germantown, Harrisburg, &c. commanded by
Gen. Roumfort. About the centre of the pro.
cesson Governor Porter and Francis r. Skunk,
the Governor elect, walked arm in arm. Mr..
Shunk's tall form lowered above all Others, be.
ing at least head taller than Gov Porter, who is
himself man above the ordinary stature. The
Chamber of the House of Representatives was
crowded to its utmost extent, and probably not
more than fifth part got in.
To-day the crowd has thinned off, and there
is now a little more elbow room for the remain
ing. The applicants for Office are numerous.
The Governor, however, has comparatively but
little patronage to bestow under the new con-
stitution. The greatest rush is with the Canal
Commissioners, who are every day beset with
/ host of honest and disnterested patriots willing
I to serve the countryb taking office Last even
ing large party was given at the house of VIM
| +. Foster, Esq one ofthe Canal Commissioners
/ The house was crowded from the first floor to
! the attic. At these parties .here are no chairs,
or seats ofany kind, as there is no room TO set.
/ The company amuse themselves by talking pro-
menading, OF rather edging themselves through
! the crowd. Governor Skunk was, of course,
present, and was the "lion" Of the evening. A.
! mong the ladies', none attracted more attention
than his daughter who, whatever may be said OF
the personal appearance of honest Old Frank, is a
handsome young lady-of a large, elegant and
! imposing figure.
The Governor has appointed Jesse Miller, late
Canal Commissioner Secretary of the Common.
wealth. Henry Petrikin, Esq, has been ap.
pointed Deputy Secretary. John X. Kane, Esq
the New Attorney General left this place TO-DAY
for Philadelphia. His appointment seems to Civ,
general satisfaction Mr.. Kane though an ac
tive and efficient politician. is, nevertheless
what is called a moderate man. His character
as S'H'lt'IIdiI' - lIcihoaChao'e;-is Il law yel
he stands high among the members of his profes
! sion.
On Monday last James r. Snowden, Esq. o
Venango, was elected State Treasurer. Tn,
vote stood as follows -
Snowdcn, tdem.) had II votes
Gilmore, (whigD " As "
Bethel, (native,) 4"
1t is rumored here that Mr.. Buchanan has beel
rendered an appointment in the Cabinet of Mr.
Polk In that event another Senator must be c
lected this winter | trust some man of com
manding talent will be selected to fill the plac
which he filled with such distinguished ability.
e O. =. Q.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

Counterfeit dollars, pertaining TO be of the
coinage of lsi3, are in circulation in New York,
go well executed that they are difficult 10 detect
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

u The absence of the editor from hsme, for
several weeks, will account for leanness of our
editorial columns.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

Dgy- The Inaugural Address of Gov. Skunk
will be found in another column. 1t is short and
explicit The Governor is determined TO pre-
serve the credit of the State unsullied.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

O. The communication from "Lycoming,
came too late for insertion this week.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25
Saturday, Jan. IS, !s45.

y. II. P.HL.NER, Esq. at hfs Zeal Es-
tate AMI Coal mice, M. SO E'tnc Street, I'hf-
iadeiJ,hfa, fs authorissd to act as .sgcnt, I'd
receipt tor all monfes due this office, for sub
scriI,ffOn or d,frcrfising.
.qtso at his Office M. 100 NASSAU Street,
.Niic York.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

c. We are indebted to the Hon. Jesse e.
Horton of the Senate. and F.. Y. Bright, Esq, OF
the House, for public documents
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

ANNEXATION ~ ANoTnrR QuARTEE.- The
Philadelphia Ledger says petition To Congress
is in circulation in the District of Michigan, said
to be signed by the most influential and respect
able citizens, for the acquisition of Canada co.
temporaneously with Texas. The prayer of the
petitioners is, that negotiations for the Cession
of Canada may be opened with the British Co
vernmeut, and that in any proceeding for the
annexation of Texas, a provision may be insert.
ed that the same shall not take effect until Can
ada has also been annexed The reasons set
forth are two.fold First that the addition of
Texas to the South demands the like edition al
Canada to the North, in order TO preserve the
| Just balance and equpose Of the Union Second
that anada is in itself most desirable acqulsl-
| tion for the T. States, with a view both to mill
taIy defence and to commercial intercourse
This project is for the purpose Of ridlcnlins the
| Texas annexation measure.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

O. BEoKE rr.-The Ice on the Susquehanna,
at this place, broke mp on the 10th inst A con-
siderable quantity OF fine timber drifted down
the river.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

G-- A new Post Office has been established in
Schuylkill county, Pa, by the name of Bear.
mont" and Edwin Amcs, Esq, has been appoint
ed Postmaster.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

Governor Mouton's message 10 the Louisiana
Legislature only occupies two.rhrds ofa column.
tie predicts the speedy extinction of the State
debt and thinks the majority of the people of the
United States are in favor of the annexation of
Texas
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

O. UNITED STATES SENAToRs.-The follow
ing gentleman have been chosen members ofthe
United States Senate, by their respective states,
during the past and present week
Rcvcrdy Johnson, twhigD Maryland.
Daniel Sturgeon, (dem.,) Pennsylvania
John NJ Clayton, (whigD Delaware.
Daniel Webster, (whigJ Massachusetts.
Albert Greene, (whig) Rhode Island.
John Fairfield, tdem.,) Maine.
O. MURDER At BALTIMORE A person by
the name OF Paul Roux pronounced Roo) was
murdered in Baltimore city last week. The
supposed murderer, McCurry, was taken prison
er in the city of New York, and lodged in Jail.
He attempted 10 commit suicide, by making
several gashes in his throat with kUife.
C. GoyGUNoE Dom AID TUE RHorE ISLAND
LEGlsLATrEr- House Representatives Of
the Rhode Island Legislature on Friday week,
passed an act TO liherate Thomas W. Dorr, on
condition thai, he should 60 before the Supreme
Court aud take the oath of allegiance TO the
State, The vote stood on the passage Of the act,
10 in favor, l3 against The Warden of the
State Prison was empowered by the act, if he
signifed his willingness to take the oath TO con
duet him before the Court The Supreme Court
meets at Kingston on the 3d of February. and at
! Providence on the lith of March. The act will
/ probably be concurred in by the Senate.
Since the above was in type we have learned
that the resolution of the Legislature, proposing
10 release Gov, Dorr from prison, is so framed
as not to restore him to his civil rights nor re-
animate him from that civil death which is the
legal effect Of his sentence. 1t thus becomes a
mere extension of his prison bounds
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

Mr.. Buchanan addressed the following senti-
ment to the party celebrating the sth of January
in the Sd Congressional district, OF Philadelphia:
"By James Buchanan-The memory of Hen
ry A. Muhlenberg lie left teW abler and no
better men behind him. Pennsylvania will long
deplore his loss
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

o. Gen. r. II. HAMMOND has been appointed
one of the Board of Revenue Commissioners, loi
the equalization of State Taxes.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

HoRGIPLE CArAsTRoruE.-A mysterious affair
took place in Norfolk, on Tuesday last, which
resulted in the intentional or accidental death of
Miss Sarah BTouton, young girl about thirteen
years of age, a niece of Mrs. Collins, who re-
sided in the vicinity of Fort Barbour, Mrs.
Collins and her niece called in at the residence
of Mr.. liardson, whilst on visit TO Norfolk,
whose wife is a relative of Mrs Collins, They
found ilardison and his wife AT dinner, and while
at the table, lIardison, who appeared to be much
excited drew pistol and said something about
the intrusion of cats upon his premises, and
threatening to shoot them. lie then cooked the
pistol, which in few minutes more was fired
and the ball took effect upon Sarah just below
the left eyebrow, passing entirely through the
head, and causing almost instant death Hard-
son went Immediately 10 the Mayor and deliver
ed himselfup, declaring that the affair was en-
tirely accidental. The coroners inquest, how
ever, found the following verdict THAT the
deceased came to her death by the intended dis.
charge of pistol held by William Hardison,
while in a room in his own house"
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

On Saturday, the Legislature of n. York ap.
pointed John \. Dix and Daniel :. Dickinson
L, 5, Senators, 10 supply the vacancies occasion
ed by the designations of Silas Wright and Ma.
thaniel p. Talmadge.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

MONROE EpwARDs.--Col. Monroe Edwards,
now of Sing Sing, it is said, politely sent his
compliments TO ms council, the Hon George NJ
Dallas, while the latter was in New York, and
regretted that unavoidable circumstances, over
which, unfortunately, he had no control,' pre-
vented him from paying his personal respects 10
the Vice President elect
MorALrTY IN BosToN-Last year there We're
22sl deaths Population, l0O, 600,
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

ELECTION on THE SAME DAY-The bill in.
troduced al the last session, by DR.. Duncan of O.
ho fixing a uniform day for holding the election
of President and Vice President has now become
the law of the land. Such law has long been
demanded by public opinion, to insure, as it will
do, something like fairness in the casting of the
Presidential vote 1t must have tendency TO
check the fraudulent system of pipe-laying, CO.
loniziug, and importing of votes to carry an e.
lection, which has lately been largely and so
injuriously practiced. Whatever has tendency
10 produce such a result, deserves, and must re-
ceive, the appreciation of the whole country. DR..
Duncan deserves great credit for his efforts 10
carry through this bill and well merits the sue
cess which has attended his exertons. u Times
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

H. ArroINTMENTs ny THE CANAL BoARp.-
SUPERVISORS Edward Oles, on the lower por
ton of the Juniata Division, Penna. Canal.
Casper Dull, OIL the upper portion of the same
division.
Samuel S Jamson, on the Western Division
of the Pennsylvania Canal, from Pittsburg TO dam
No on said Division
Samuel Holman on the Eastern Division of the
Pennsylvania Canal.
Jackson McFadden on the Susquehanna Di-
vision of the Pennsylvania Canal.
William r. MafFt, on the North Branch Di-
vision of the Penn'a Canal.
Myron s, Warner has been appointed Weigh.
master at Northumberland
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

Prof Mafit is delivering lectures upon Boz
and the English Tourists, at the new Methodist
Church il Hudson st, Albany
RAuRoAps IN THR u S-There are nine thou
sand three hundred and seventy-eight and half
miles of railroads in the United States.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

o. Gov. Skunk has appointed Jesse Miller
Secretary Of the Commonwealth, and J X. Kane
Attorney General Henry Petriken has been
appointed Deputy Secretary.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1845-01-25

s6s6,5O3 03
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1845-06-28
RE EAJTTlFJTI..

According to the laws enacted last
winter in our State, that sanity and
intelligent race Of men called bankers
are taxed on the profits onl v of their
business, while all others are taxed on
the amount Of their property and eapl-
tai in trade. Now suppose A. and b.
each commence business on a capital Of
fiItv thousand dollars-A. operates as
banker, and B. as produce merchant.
AT the end Of the FIRST year after, A. has
an opportunity of SHINING community
to the red, and b. purchased and ship
ped off the produce Of the country to
the amount Of his means, the tax gath
erer calls on them and ascertains upon
inquiry that A. had skinned the small
customers, such as young mechanics,
small dealers, &C., out of ten thousand
dollars, but, in consequence of the fail
ure of brother, (anG you know how
they sometimes taiD to whom he had
extended accommodations without pro-
per security, he had lost precisely that
amount--so that, in the rounds, he had
made no profits; and that b., in conse-
quence of the irremediable fluctuations
ofthe markets,i s,instead of making profits,
had actually lost a large amount Of his
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1845-06-28
TEXAS AND THE RIGHT OF
SEARCH,

AS the moment approaches in which
annexation will have taken place, the
manner in which the treaties with for
eign nations entered into by Texas will
be disposed of, becomes matters of in
teresI. 1t is, no doubt, according to
the law of nations, as practised by civ
iIized people, that VIXEN nation abdi-
Gates its sovereignty from any cause,
the obligations incident to that sove-
reignty cease with it. England does
not, however, always act according to
the law of nations, nor according to JUS
tice, unless dealing with nation as
powerful as herself. Now. if there is
any one point of national policy which
Eng and has maintained more par,icu-
larIy than another, it is the right Of
search. For the defence of this right
she once found Europe banded against
her, and but for the weakness of the
Court Of Denmark, which surrendered
to the bullying impudence Of Nelson,
after having beaten him in battle, the
matter would long since have been set
tied. She has, however, continued to
press it under one form or another, to
the present day. With the Braziis and
with Texas she has formed treaties Civ
ing her the right Of seach. The Bra
lillian treaty expired in March last, but
England has semi-otlicialy announced
her determination 10 continue The right
Of search, notwithstanding. The Texan
treaty is now in full force, but will ex-
pire by annexation in July next. The
London Times has already announced
the infTaction Of that treaty to be q
cdSuS belH. AS, however, 4 war against
Texas is war against the United
States, this will resolve itselfinto war
to maintain the right Of search, mea-
sure which we do not think the Eng
lish Government are yet prepared to
act upon. The question Of the right to
sealch, however, assumes a new phase
in consequence of this union of gov
ernmcnts; and there will not be want
ing those among us who will not con-
tend that England, under the Texan
treaty, has right to search American
vessels, and there is no doubt, by the
employment of subsidies and diploma
cy here, backed by official threats at
home, that claim will be raised and
tenacioasly adhered to. A few weeks
will probably find the foreign presses
here as loud in favor Of the British
right of search, under the Texan trea-
ty,as they now are Of her Oregon rights
under the Spanish treaty.