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The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24
OUR STATE.

SLAVE TR1AL. A slave belonging to Mr..
Hynson, was tried in the Parish Court OF Ra-
pides, on the I'd inst, under the provisions oil
the Black Code, for of1enses committed on the
person of a free colored woman, and was found
guilty, and sentenced to fifteen years imprison-
nentinth chain-gang.
CAPT. r. FL. STERLING, commander OF the
State snag boat. Experiment, was in our office
ON Sunday, and weswere informed by him that
he had come to the head of Bayou Pierre, tor
the purpose of removing the distractions to the
navigation of that stream. He commenced ope-
%rations, we presume, on Monday.-Shrerepo'f
Gazette.
FRANKLIN JOCKEY CLUB OF A~TTAKAPAs.-
This Club was duly organised, on the 9Th, by
the appointment ofsthe following officers, viz
James Porter, President; C. M. Vinson, +. A.
Fere, and P. Delahoussaye, Vice Presidents;
j. P. Conrad, Secretary B. A. Curtis, Ireasu.
rer A. II. Splane, Watson Mckerral and w.
b. Adams, Executive Committee. Rules and
Regulations were adopted, sandthe a8th, goth y
3Gth inst, were appointed for races. The track
we are informed, will be in readiness by that
time.-Frdnklia Banner.
PARISH#OF ST. MARY.
Comparative Statement for the gears le4a, "A,
and AS.
le4s. 1914. ls45.
Number of Slaves, 6,972 1852 7,7l1
Horned Cattle, 12,487 l2,741 1857
Horses and Mules, 1000 4,l95 4,32l
Four wheel Carriages, IS 90 81
Two Wheel Vehicles, 81 IS rs
Retailers of Goods, % 90 ~
Grog Shops, 9 10
Taverns, 3 8 8
/ RitIiard Tables /
Value ofLand, $3,310s0O0 $3,4s4,7 03
Amount ofState TAX, I'll ,735 $I1,,342Sl2,630
Franklin Banner.
EM1eRAr1os. The tide continues 10 flow
westward. Most ofthein seemsto be bound for
Texas. though many are attracted by the fine
uplands Of Caddo, and conclude that they may 60
farther and fare worse. We have observed that
those generally who have slaves are in a much
greater hurry than those who have none. We
hope they mean nothing ~ it.-shrepepmt Gag,
The Soutb Western came down from the Raft
on Monday. She had been employed BY Capt.
Linnard TO operate on that obstruction. The old
appropriation having been expended, the work
has ccased.-Shrereport Gag.
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IlQRGK MIRIIlI
This Splendid rs stalIignSRa

OW the property of Messrs JoHN n. MILLes4s'
" RICE GARLAsD, toiH stand at the plaatdtioHg r
latter, Bearthe torn of Opelousas, untiL the lsfgglss
~ neEt; and will serve mares at the rate of $50
season; and one dollar to the groom, for each 1aafe
sending two or more mares, will have the service
the horse at $25 each. The price for the seass6
be secured by a good note, payable on the 1T
July next.
GEORGE MARTIN is a full blooded horse By
pedigree will show. On the side of his &
Garrison's Z~inganec, and also of his dam Gabriel
ne Is nearly allied to that well known horses
Archy. There is no horse in the United States z.
has more of the blood Of that celebrated racer rand
lion; and it may safely be said that there is no y
America a better bred horse than George Martin.
q race horse he has run successfully at ali dlstaness
from one mile to four mile heats, and combines gss
speed with indomitable game. His reputation p
race horse is as high as that of any Other in the cssss
try.
GEeRdR MARTIN is 3 rich bay, with black legs
and tail; without a spot or blemish; has u tne conaAes
tion;a good disposition; and is now in fine health 4
stands i've feet two inches under the standard ana
eight years old this spring.
The Proprietors have a large and well eneiosea
ture, forthe use of the mares, with abundance otseAss
and water :-mares viii be fed with gram e the fsio Z
twenty-five cents per day.
Every care will be taken to prevent escapes anesss 4
any.
Qpelousas, goth march: 1876,
HAE
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"A Ii PERSONS indebted to the succession Of HI
- GUSTE GUIDRY, deceased, and to the suess
SIGN Of MELANIE GuIDRY, his deceased wifi.
% make immediate payment 10 the undR
sigaed; and those having claims against the saas
are requested Il. present them for classification, eihs
TO the undersigned, or TO q. T. awAYzE, Esq. atMI
Office.
FRANCOIS ROBIN, Administered
Opelousas, April I5th, 1881
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NH. OACallahan, of The New Orleans
Asgfsscent City ( il making arrangements ID run
u line Of MorssSs Magnetic Telegraph between
Mobile Rndthat city; also, anotherto4he Baliza
The fornasr will ensure news from the North hi
hours il ndyanee Of the mail.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

eJShn WaddelI, Esq, Of Natchitcches, ii
will be seen, Is a candidate TO oil The vacancy
Of MaiprsGeneral ofthe I'd Division 81 the Mil.
tia. Orcasioned Y the death Of Mai. Gen. Bcssier.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

R4he Ieras news, by the latest arrival, is
very unsatisfactory. Nothing definite on annex.
alton; and the s'powers that be, appearing de.
termined e keep matters open, English agents
are hard ii work throughout the country, and es-
peciaIly with the Government, and appear 10 be
well received by the Cabinet-though i i stated
that our agents had NOT Jet had ! hearing II
will take some time yet sto see what we shall
eel"-shongh We believe annexation Is the wish
q . majority Of the People Of Texas.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

The late Surveyor.G General, HI. T.. Will
liams. has returned from Washington, wither he
went 10 hayea settlement Of his accounts. la.
steAd Of Mr.. w. being a defaulter, the Govern
ment was in his debt upwards of $500.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

TIE RULkErrN.-It is with the greatest plea.
sure We refer our readers to a notice of the Ne,c
Orleans Weekiy BHlletia, which will be found in
our, Today. There is no weekly Journal
IN the Southwest that contains SO much valuable
ana truly Interesting matter as the Bulletin. 1t
VIII be seen that writer's have been engaged,
Who viii give additional Interest to its columns,
py essays on Agriculture, md other important
pursuits. No planter could lay out three dollars
70 better advantage TO himself or FAMILY, than by
subscribing ssr this paper.
G Thanks 70 the attentive officers Of the fine
aseAsnsr4 Pamela, for very late city papers,
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ALL persons having claims against the estate of
- DAVID MECHE, deceased, are hereby notified
indebted to the same, are hereby informed that the last
instalment on the sale is nov due, and that, to save
cost and trouble, immediate payment is required.
e GERASIME RICHARD, Admr.
0pelousas, AprII24, 1s45..3t
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Sugar and Cotton are once more getting
something near their value. News from all quar-
tors Ii most cheezing. and by reference to our CO.
luuns twill be seen that extraordinary sales and
handsome advances, are taking place ever Fhere.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

ST. Louis ELECTION. Atthe Election held
in St. Louis on the 7thinstant, the natives elected
all their ticket, with the exception Of Mayor.
Bernard Pratte, Esq, (whig, was reelected
Mayor, BY d handsome majority.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

A tremendously heavy rain, accompanied
with vivid and continued Lightning, and high
winds, visited our Parish On Thursday morning
sast. Trees were blown down, fences prostra.
we'd, and several animals killed by The lightning.
Many roads were s~wamped, and all the smaller
streams filled 70 OVERLOOKING. Nearly every day
since, the scriptaral saying, .'the rain hraineth
every day, ! has been fulfilled, During ice storm
of Saturday, a negro man and a horse wei ) killed
by tho lightning.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

New York Cry ELEoT1oN.-There being
three candidates in the field, the locofocos run in
their Mayoran and a majority ofthe other officers.
The Native American ticket was far behind this
hitch, though successful the lust. Greedy on this
result, thus coolly talks:-
We never saw a beaten party take their defeat
more calmly than did the wings last night. We
did not see a down-hearted man among them.
3. My brudrun,' said an Ethiopian man of God,
" blessed am dey wat don't 'spect muffin, for dey
ANT gaine to be disaPPinted 7"
New YoRK CHARTER ELEcTIoN. Com.
plete but unofficial returns of the vote for May
or, exhibit the following result: Havemeyer,
24,094; Harper, 17,431; Selden, 1899; Have,
meyer over Harper, 6,663; Selden, and Har.
per over Havcmeyer, SIG. On Aldermen the
vote stands: wing, 1857; Native, 1A,67o; loco
% 4QS.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

Notice.
EE9HE subscriber having replenishcd his si0et e
ID goods this spring, and having determined 20 sss
them at the NEST moderate prices, invites an czanlAai
ton before purchasing. His assortment consists 81
Balzoriles, Silks, figured Jacohes
white and colored Muslins, Barr
Linens, Calicoes, Domestics &c
ALSO,
Clothing, Harness Z. Saddery, Foay8sgs
Hats, SpaaishSaddle Trees, Whiskst
Boots8.Shoes, Spirits Of INrpeatine, PdiatsSvs
Lamp Black, &e.-together with an assortment
Groceries, Hardware, Medicines
All Of which shall be sold at the lowest prices:
NATHAN GILBERT
March 27.tf washington ~
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RECAPITuLATroM.

@ - MEOAFII ULAIIUNs -
ls45. ls43.
Providence Co., 3974 5267 Al 42o3 5O75 s
Newport, 1852 713 6 1859 7O9 6
Washington, 895 1888 10 1924 1924 10
Kent, 933 929s IS $50 655 90
Bristol, ga 2l3 i .65l 207 90
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NOT Il

BRIGITTE GRADENIG0, deceased MIL
Loais FoRfeaot, by uote or Otherwise, will present
same within thirtyadays, for classification.
AUG. DEBAiLLON, Administrator.
April / 7th,1845.-it
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

ST. LOUIS ELECTION. Atthe Election held
in ST. Louis on the 7thinstant, the natives elected
all their ticket, with the exception of Mayor.
Bernard Pratte, Esq, (whig,) was reelected
Mayor, by a handsome majority.
ONE DAY LATER FROM ENGLAND.
By the arrival Of the ship Republic at New
York, we have been placed in possession ofad-
vices tromsLiyeIpool 10 the morning Of the 9Th
ult., herday Of sailing. The commercial ac-
counts continue favorable, as will be perceived
on referring TO the subjoined Circulars with
which w have been politely furnished.
LIVERPOOL, March 9TH, 1s45.
There has been quite an animated demandfor
Cotton this week, from spectators as we'll as
from the trade, and the business, from ten to ff.
teen thousand bags per day, amouts to 1880
bags, Of which spectators have taken 5000
bags. For this extraordinary activity no par.
%tieular cause is assigned, unless it be that spin
ners having entered into contract for future de-
livery have thought it prudent to protect them
selves, by buying in an adequate supplyofthe
raw material.
The busegaless has peen chiefly in bonded Cot
ton, and wa consider that the bulk Of what has
been sold during the last two or three weeks,
still remains in the ware houses waiting till the
duty is taken off.
Holders have met the demand freely with the
new exports, requiring however, full prices
and large as the business has been, we only adj
vance our quotations I'D perlb., and these are
for Cottons in bond. Egyptian steady-or rath-
er the oninon qualities dearer, there being lit
tie under Sd per Id. The sales ofEast India
are extensive, chiefly, however, to spectators,
and in Cotton under 3dper lb., which is l.8d
dearcr.
Spectators have taken 24,6O0 American; $50
Pernan; $50 Bahia; 400 Maranham; $50 Egyp-
tian, and $3.50 Surat; LOO Madras have been
.Etakenlfor export. To-day's sales are 5000 bags.
NEW York, April 5th, p. M.
The receipts Of New Orleans Sugar nave been
heavy this week. amounting 10 s a 1000 hhds,
The dealers were unwilling to purchase to any
extent, expecting a decline in prices, but yester-
day afternoon a large South Street House all
readya large holders took up 2a30OO hhds.
when thetrade came forward and ran up the sales
70 5 10000 hhds. at Oh a ~; Of the 1000 hhds,
advertised 10 be sold by 3%SSction, SO sold at 81
All; when the balance Sras SYithdrawn.
SAVANNAH, April 9th.
We understand that the cargoes of molasses,
consisting Of some 450hhds., OF the brig Pince dc
JoinyiIIe and Havana, have been sold since Sat,
urday last, in this market at 81, cents, foui
months; being an advance ofabout4 cents ii al
many days, and making a difference to the own.
ers otsome three thousand dollars. The Prince
de J~oinville had cleared at the Custom House al
reported by US on Saturday last, for New York,
and the Havana for Boston-but having disposed
# theircargoes, are now d~ischargingthe same
This we consider pretty fair speculation, these
Thar ri fines .-4GeDF;7,e f
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NOTICE.
P Z 0 ATE S A / L

MILL be sold at Public Auction, by the undersigned
wv Parish Judge in and for the Parish Of ST. Landr,
On Monday, the 9th day Of May
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

TIMBER ON Pubic LANDS. Mr.. Southall,
u. s. Timber Agent for the State of Louisiana,
in accordance with the strict terms of his enu-
merated duties, is determined to enforce the law
which requires him to preserve from waste, des-
%truction, removal or depreciation, all wood and
timber growing on public lands. He therefore,
gives timely warning Of his intention by public
notice, in orderthatthose who come within the
penal provisions ofthe law may not plead igno-
rance as an excuse for their misdemeanor.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

The Mexican Minister, Gen. Almonte, left
New York for Mexico on the Sd inst. He inlor.
med the editor of'the French Courier that 4
rupture between his country and the United
States was inevitable.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

Com. On the 9th inst, at New York, the
mercury in the thermometer fell to SO degrees.
There was a great snow storm ct Philadelphia
on the night Of the 9Th inst.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

The Legislature is strongly law and order
and wing. To the Senate, 81 law and order
and 10 Dorr men are returned. To the House,
|43 law and order, and "a Dorritics are returned:
No choice in South Kingston.-The legislature
is therefore nearly two to one law and order.
The following is the reported vote for Gov.
aernor: ~
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N 9 - - @ q g@
"a Ill persons having claims against the estaad
JOHN THOMPSON, deceased, viii prsas
them for classification, and those indebted 10 the sans
are requested 10 make immediate payment 10 ths
dcrsigned.
9. u. sWAYZE, Administered
Opclousas, April 40, ls45.-3t
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Spectators have taken $4,000 American; $50
Pernam; $50 Bahia; 400 Maranham; $50 Egyp-
Itian, and $3.50 Surat; LOO Madras have been
taken for export. To-day's sales are 5000 bags.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

Total. 1899 1900 rs $3.50 767o 10
Gov. Fennef and Mr.. Potter, say the north
ern papers, are defeated by the story, true or
false, that they We're unfaithful to the sentiment
ofRhode Island in regard to the annexation of
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

The citizens Of Rlaquemines are. raising mo.
ney by subscription 10 complete the Catholic
Church al thai place.
The St. Landry whig., 1845-04-24

The Governor elect is a thorough CLAW whig,
as are all the successful candidates for State Of.
fcers. Both the congressman elect are wings
and law and order men of the most thorough
stamp, but Coy. Arnold, like Gov. Jackson.is
understood to hold that no good can result from
keeping Dorr longer in prison.
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TheVegetaGIe Balsamic Elixir has

Vegetable Balsamic Elixir has
now been in general use for more than
len years, and thousands, ,aASht its neon
parable value by experience OF its wonderful
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range OF Medical science in this or aay 9TH
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Since this powerful medicine first became
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hope OF recove y, have been rescued mirac-
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and are now blessed with health & strength
II IL Natures own simple RestoraIive-a
Healing Balm prepared by one who was
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Consumption. and from plants celebrated
far their great medicinal virtues, 1t is the
employment of natural means TO overcome
and counteract the evils If Nature healing
the acerated Lungs Of the afflicted patient
in the worst possible cases end restoring the
functions Of the diseased members TO strong
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where all other medicines have failed.
In all cases of Asthma, Whooping cough,
Group, or the accumulation of Phlegm, so
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II is particularly recommended as an unfaI-
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A Almost countless testimonials Of its re-
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sowing in the most conclusive manner
TAI hIhis Preparation acts upon the
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lets and handbils of agents lEee cf tos,.
This incompatible medicine is rrerared
only by N. Fl. Downs, Troy W., The origin
al inventor and proprietor.
CURTIS & SMITH, ST. Adams, w..
Only Wholesal lie Agents, by whom Agents
can be Supplied in any part of the Union, up
on me Desi terms. vol6.no42
Sold bv especial appointment, by
V. ROSS, r. BLAKE, Agents In
Brandon.
w E. c. Sroddard, Rutland,
ID. Andrews, Manchester,
0. Smith, Wilmington,
W, P. Russell, Mddlebury,
S $. Pa R ( GeIl'ns' {Mon'peIier,
Charles Morgan, Rochester,
H RfsF q 4 S Hii5ur, Burlington,
w. f. Hawks, North Bennington.
G. w. Parmalce, Bristol.
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P O e I R Y E.

From the Baltimore Saturday Visiter.
Song of the Sons of Temperance.
BY e. sNopGRAss.
Air Meier part again.
Your rev'ling bards may sing Divine,
Whose draughts so craze the brain,
Causing their footsteps TO incline
Where every step is pain;
The dIaught we sing
No pain will bring,
Though thousand times the cup we drain,
Chorus-The draughtwe sing
No pain will bring,
Though thousand times the cup we drain,
No sparkling "beads" come dancing up,
Like Syiens round the brim,
TO beckon mortals to the cup
Where turks the Demon grim;
But Hygela fair
lnviteth there
The man who thirsts, and blesses him.
Cold water from the rock-bound spring,
Or deeply sunken well,
IL first of remedies to bring
Health where diseases dwell;
Blest remedy,
Round thee we see
The hopes of millions gathering.
When fevers light their scorching fame
Within the heart and brain,
And send through all the anguished frame
Lies current fraught with pain,
Cold water! thou
Canst cool the brow,
And bid the flame subside again.
Thou art the truest remedy
The panacea God bath SENT
Which from Earth's bosom runs so free,
Not tubes like serpents bent.
From such cup
IT'S well TO sup;
II bringeth health 10 every one.
The Arab on his desert plain,
And prince on Thames or Rhine,
Enjoy alike this boon, and gain
Bliss never found in wine.
Fill then the bowl,
And quaff the whole,
And all besides forbidden deem!
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FRESH TEAS.
KEG AND BOX RAISINS,

Figs, Nuts. Curranls, Ctrons, Mace, Su.
a gar Sands, &c. &c.
From the increase OF Merchants and
other business men in this Village, it is
believed that it will be the best place for
buying GOODS Of all kinds, and for do,
ing other business, of anv in this county.
Persons visiting this Village who are
wanting any of the foregoing mentioned
articles, the subscriber will he happy 10
supply. V. ROSS.
Brandon May II, 1915, AZ
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The New York correspondent OF the
Boston Post says: The postmaster gen
eral of the United States has issued Il
prosecution against Mr. jones W. Hale,
for alleged violation Of the new postage
bill. Private expresses haze not been
discontinued in this quarter, Far from
it. They are now doing as large bu-
siness as ever, carrying letters at halflhe
government rates. And, strange as it
may appear, they appear to be sustain
ed by public opinion. The new postage
act did not abate what is called private
enterprise and the act itselGt is thought
will soon he found to be insufficient. -
Mass. Spy.
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whot was going on, and The news spread
like wildfre among the villagers; gu
riosity stood tiptoe, from youth 10 hoaIy
age. L! was made the all absorbing topic
for several successive days, and even now.
alter he lapse Of nearly quarter OF CEN
lury, it is told with much pleasure and de-
light.
l have now related the history OF what
NAV be termed an improved method oil
Partridge hunting. Should the reader
be DESTROYS of knowing how they have
since succeeded in life, if chance should
ever carry him that way, he can, as ne
passes northward, by directing his gaze
toward the Iighr, learn their history, Oy
seeing two neat and tidy dwellings, OF
striking similarity, with every 'hlog a.
round Them bearing the impress OF taste
and prosperity. There he may know are
The bappy homes, and peaceful abodes o!
Edward and William, who began lie with
no other resources than their own hands,
and with no other capital but their lntrln-
sic worth. Cheerfulness, harmony, and
content, reign around their hearlhs; plen'
,y adds her charmes, aud an increasing
family their smies--here is the abode
of the fond husband aud the devoted wife.
Thus ends the tale OF the partridge
hunt,
Ii is hoped that a useful lesson will be
drawn which will teach the youthful rea-
der, the invaluable worth OF good repu'
,atron. Every child should be taught to
know that, he who has to Struggle lhro'
life against the bighlng influence OF III
fame, will be very sure 10 prove unsuccess'
full, however great his exerlions. 10 or
der 10 sail safely ,hrough the ocean Of life
and buffet successfully the waves OF the
world, and avoid the shoals and quick
sands upon which so many are wrecked
We must have a chart and compass to
guide our way; we must have fixed and
definite principles formed by mature de-
Liberation, under the guidance OF reason
and intelligence.
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SHOES, &c.


ENE1E undersigned respectfully in
"a forms the public that he continues
the above business, a, the Brick Shop, a
few rods south of Messrs Sonani, Trask &
Co.'S Store, where he will be ready, on
short uoiice, TO execute orders for various
kinds Of E ge tools; Forging Machine
irons of every kind; Ironing Carriages;
Shooting Horses and Oxen, and any kind
Of work usually called for a. country
shop.
SAOeimg done promptly and in first
style.
H. A. HU MI.
Brandon, June %, 1915, =