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Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

NEw jersey L. S. SENAToR-The Hen.
WILLIAM l.. DAYTON has been reelected by
the Legislature of New Jersey L. S. Senator
for SIX years from the 4ih Of March next.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

Judge Nelson has been confirmed BE- the
Senate as Judge of The Supreme Court Of the
L, States, 10 place of Judge Thompson, de-
ceased.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15
WISCONSIN HERALD.
q X A N Il COU NTY DVERTISER
LANCASTER. WISCONSIN,.
'.~s~- >~~~>~
SATURDAY, MARCH Is, 1915.

Ma. SPALDIEG. who is announced as the
editor Of The Herald for the present volume, is
now absent. and ;l-health on our part may ac-
count for The lack Of editorial This week. l..
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

TEXAs ANNEXATION Last accounts from
Washington are indicative. that some plan TO
annex Texas TO the United States was about
TO pass both Houses Of Congress Gen Jack
son had written letter fully approving Col.
Benton's plan lfihe joint resolution which
posed the House, and was under discussion
10 the Senate. failed. it was thought. that Ben,
tons bill would be taken up and be made TO
share different fate. Such were " the signs
of The times" at Washington. on tbs 23j of
February, as they related 10 This highly i'm.
porianI measure. But. if every project of an,
nexation fails with The present, Congress. view
ing things as they are, rather than as we
would loish to view them, we think joint res
olulion will pass both Houses Of the next
Congress without difficulty lfan extra ses
sion is called, The Senate will stand, 2I Wing
10 25 Loco. With such a Senate and with
such an Administration, we may look fl little
else than the speedy passage of the measure,
unless some event now hid in the future. inter.
feres 10 prevent it. Gdlena Gazette.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

0J@The New York Herald says there is
some reason 10 believe that John Gordon, hung
short time since at Providence, X. |. for the
murder of Mr.. Sprague, was innocent of The
crime for which he suffered dealh.-The
evidence against him was altogether circum-
stanla.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

~" We conclude with this number, the
series of articles relative 20 building with UN-
the necessary information for the construction
of these cheap comfortable and durable Gotta.
ges, such as every farmer ough, to have and
this method Of construction puts within his
reach These articles are TO be found in Nos.
IS. 46, 81, and So. Of the las, volume, and the
conclusion in the present lumber. We hope
our readers will preserve these numbers. for
they contain more information on the subject
than can be found together elsewhere. l..
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

~" The weather still continues beautiful,
and every thing promises an early spring. The
blue-bird. one Of its first messengers, has been
among Us for several days, and if this weather
continues, we shall soon be greeted by the
thousand little winged warbers that were
driven from our fading sbrubuery at the ap-
proach Of the frosts Of winter. They will
now soon return with well tuned ihroals. 10
renew their annual serenades, and add anoth.
er generation to their species. l..
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

Ma. CUSHING, il is stated during his recent
mission, learned the Tartar language. which
is the language of the Celeslials, Chi.
rese being the cockney and gascon for the
milton. lie has secured valuable library
Of that lar rage, comprising quite cream OF
Tartar literature.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

The poets feigned that DaPhns was ehahs
cd into a laural when fiying from APPolio---'o'''
show that girls who avoid ;hsiT lovers nus =
- -r1er -
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

ANNEXATION IN TExAs,-A great mass meet
ing has been held at Brazoria in Texas. on
The 2lsi uls Among the names of those who
took part in the meeting, we find some of the
most distinguished men in Texas. The ap-
poiniment by President Jones Of anti annexa.
lion men to office, such as diplomatic agents
10 the United States and Ens lanj, is condemn
ed by The people Of Texas.
series of resolutions were passed, and on
their adoption, the Texan and American flags
were hoisIed on hickory pole prepared for
the occasion, and saluted with p guns amid
the most enthusiastic cheering. But it cannot
be denied that an English influence is power.
fully at work 10 Texas. with view to change
this prevailing sentiment, now so strong in ia.
vOr of annexation.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

Nr'Rg GLAD OF IT.-The upper lake steam
boat combination is broken Up. Hereafter the
boats will run Independently Of each other.-
Opposition is The life of trade and low
fare aud trejghis viii cause an increase Of bust
ness. which in the common course Of things.
will arise on, OF the breaking up of the odious
combination.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

0CrThe las, mail brung US nothing new from
any place. From Washington, we have ru.
NOR that Mr.. Benton's Texas scheme is now
gaining friends, and that Gen. Jackson has writ.
ten letter recommending it TO the favor of
tho democracy, and il is now considered the
most feasible and judcous plan before Con.
gress. Nothing heard from any of The other
great measures before that body. l..
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

AZ We are rejoiced to see tina, tho nteres,
bill tina, was rejected by the Senate Of Illinois,
was rrconsidered and passed, with Sigh,
amendment. by vote Of 10 to %. Illinois
can now no longer be cIassed among The repu-
dating states t; she will soon stand high among
her sisters. as frile, rich and independent
commonwealth. l..
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

Washington Raao-.-The Batimo-e Pa
,riot, Of FEBRUARY lTlh. says that a letter from
Washington states the current opinion 10 be.
,ha, M. Buchman Of Pennsylvania. will be
the new Secretary OF State, provided he gave
up all aspirations fsI the nexi Presidency.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

Many Of our greatest men sprung from the
humblesi origin. as the lark, whose nest is on
the ground. scars neresI 10 heaven. Narrow
circumstances are he most powerful siimulant
10 mental expansion. and the early irowrs OF
fortune The best security for her final smile.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

A TExr-lf the clergy should be 10 wan,
Of text. any time within twelve months. they
can do no better than TO take il from the book
Of Elezekish-Hezekisn Niles we mean-in
these words:
PAY the Printer, Ter no man labors SO hard
10 eRllghlen his fellow creatures. He works
day and night, aRi of,sn gets more kicks Than
eoPPsls."
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

or Among the Lions Of Paris, a, last dates
were eight Arab chiefs. One Of them, who
has the reputation If having left ten wives al
home. is much pe,,ed by The French ladies'
DO, is ungallan, enough to show great aversion
TO them, because "ihey talk too much"
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

LATEST FROM Texas -CoDgress had reject
eg the nomination Of Mr.. Torill as Charge TO
France, and Of Mr.. Riley as Charge to the
United States. These two Texans were IN
dersiood 10 be opposed to annexation. The
reason assigned for rejecting those nominations
is, tina, the duties OF The offices in question
could be performed as well by Consuls. and
at less expense. Those offices are TO be aboI
ished. The Texan Congress had adjourned
on the 8;h inst. The feeling in favor of an
nexaiion is described in the Texan papers. as
having been very strong in the Texan Con.
gress. President Jones has informed Maj
Donelson. officially, that The question of an
nexaion, 'wll not be affected by any oppo-
sing or unfavorable action on the part of The
Executive of Texas" The Hon. Ashbe
Smith. Texan Charge 20 France, had arrived
at Galveston on the Sh, and is said TO have
been the bearer of important proposals 10 The
Texan Government.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

irEMs OF foRsIeN News Spain has gone
TO see a bull fight; France is al ball John
Bal is chewing his cud; RassiG is trying on
a new suit made Of Polar bear skins Poland
is rolling in the ashes; Ireland is 4" endeavor-
ing Holland is digging canal; Turkey has
gone 10 roost; Asia is dying of aPOplexy =
.ifritG is done over and on the whole, Mr..
Miller may IS well "erack down " with his
millennium now as ever. G.
UTAiem r. Lgnas. Esq.
has been appointed BY the Governor. with the
consent of thu Council, Attorney General Of
the Territory.
Joln Waite Esq has been appoialed Register
an4 Darid HtrriN, Esq. Receiver Of The Nil
wsOkee Canal company.
ELEcrrp-IohR y. Saith, was elected by
the Legislature Superintendent Of Peblic Pro
perry, and Sipaeoa MIS- Territorial Ptin,er.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

Rather Funny The Louisvill Journal tells
story which is a good one, whether it be
manufactured or genuine. Among the persons
Who called on Mr.. Polk whilst he was al Lou.
isville. was German. who had got roughly
handled 10 political fgh. a, the November
election. Ga his being introduced, Mr. Polk
for lack Of something to say. asked him how
he I'D. Oh says he. turning the back of
his head Isvards the President elect. and rub.
bIng IL. Use only - 81: naine Aead isbni
rel. yet
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

~ In some parts Of Iowa Territory, there
are found some Of The raresl specimens of pet.
rIlaciion that have ever been noticed in The IT,.
States. Ia late Iowa City Reporter we see
ii stated that upon disinierring the body Ct a
woman tina, had been buried five years, i, was
found to have chsngei to stone. so as 10 be
broken like marble. Birds insects and many
other strange things are found to have petri
fed in that region. L..
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

ANIMAL MAGNETrsM.-lhe Augusta Gao
Chronicle, records another remarkable case,
10 which painful surgical operation was per.
formed wilhou, pain. on a patient in the mag.
neiic sleep. The subject was the wife of Mr..
lessee Clark Of Columbia, Georgia, who had
for some time been afflicted with cancer in the
breas'.-The operation for tho removal of the
breast, was performed on the 18th ul,.. with
cut the slightest exhibition of pain on the par,
of the patient. The reports Of surgical opera
tons on patients while under mesmeric infu.
ence, are becoming quite common ia the east
ern city papers. Tha, there is truth in the
power Of Mesmerism. we are absolutely Ger
tain, but what causes il or 10 what extent it
may be carried, we are unable 10 say but If
we believe half ,ha, is said Of il, we should
say 10 almos, any extent. l..
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15
Eramilalign u ho,l.cs a G.nera, .M I.

Several persons have made minute eXamiuo'
tinn Of buildings Of the description under consider
Hun', and their impressions ate all favorable TO
thef ehepness and durability. The following tes-
tmnaal- aio Rev. J A. Murray, Agent OF the
A, H. VI, : aud Rev f. T. Cannon, Agcu, OF
he Amrtirao Roar
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-03-15

fae iad,r,dusi who caa fad good ia ahN
uae sl.e, has ~ saod 10 himself "Has can Ne
.tasan 1at fsom what sc ha1H,"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02

A Question for Political Economists.-
Mr.. Polk in bis Inaugural. avows himself
in favor of protecting all the interests of
the country alike yel he says he is in "a
yor Of such incidental protection, as will
be-. afforded by a moderately discriminating
tariff. The very Term DISCRIMINATION"
implies ,ha, difference is to be made in
favor of certain articles, and tha, the pro-
ddcers or manufacturers of these articles
will be protected 10 greater extent, than
those who produce or manufacture certain
olher articles; and unless MIR. Polk means
that equal duties shall be imposed upon
all articles which are grown or manufac-
tured in the United States. we cannot see
how he is 10 protect all the interests Of the
country alike, by discriminating Tariff.
How does he propose to discriminate, so
asio protect the cotton growing interests
Of the South =? We should like 10 know.
South >Carolinian.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02

try, but We suspect that it is only The be.
ginning of trade which will,sfn few
years, become very considerable one, if
The new sugar duties of Sir Robert Peel
should pass in their present form.
The sugar received by The Franconia
must necessarily have been shipped before
any thing was known or suspected Of the
reduction of duties now proposed, and
must therefore have been sent here for the
purpose Of ascertaiping whelherlhey could
be imported with profit a, a duty Of 36s.
per evil. so that if there was any chance
whatever of their succeeding under such a
duty, they cunnot fail TO pay handsomely,
now that the duty is reduced 10 GAS. per
cwt. We feel no doubt but that they
wilIpay flhey are al all we'll selecled.for
on Saturday last we saw samples Of two
other expected lots of American sugar,
both of which had been examined by a
sugar broker, who states that they will
yield handsome pro6t-at leaststen per
cenl.---in this country, even il the price Of
sugar should fall TO the full extent of duty
repealed ; the prices therefore afe no obsla-
cle.-L LiusrpooL Times. Z
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02
]. B. TAYLOR. Pres't Board.

"THE FAMILY PHIsIcIAs."-The Spar
tan OF the 26tIl nlt., says. "A; new work
of abou, 300 pages, with the above title,
by Dr.. A.. M. Folger. Of n. c., will in: g
short time issue from this Press, The
merits of the work will. withen doubt,
emile it 10 universal appreciation, ard
thoughrtwe have no INTEREST," .ingspeaking
'in,laudatory terms ofits Author. and Hike,
wise Of the work, other than 2feelings OF
personal regard. We unhesitatingly recon-
mend to families. 10 subscribe for what
we esteem a most valuable compendium
Of remedies. for most II mol 'allthe diseases
incident to the United Stales.a G:1E:fe, !.
This work has no doubt been expected
before this, butlhe severity Of tile North
ern winter preventative supply OF paper,
and other materials necessary foreits
completion. We think the work well
calculated to subserve The wants Of The
community, from the fact. ibat'i, adants
itself 10 those changes which most Medi-
cinal men believe 10 take place, 10 the
type of disease, supplying the place Of
other deservedly popular and useful works
of similar kind, now necessarily obso-
lete. ~ - 80 '.az% F,7' y
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02

]. Tha, an Executive Turnpike Com.
mi,lee ofihe Town ofColumbia, TO con-
sis. of twenty -one citizens, including at
least one member of Council from each
Ward, be appointed by the Chairman Of
his meeting, to consider. and dovise such
measures as they may deem expedenl.
for the promotion of Two Turnpike Roads,
extending, one on each side of Broad River
10 the North Carolina line.
2. That The said general Committee ap-
point, from among themselves or the citi-
zens generally, such subcommittee Of
cores pondence, &c.. and such persons to
explore routes. obtain information. effect
general concert of action, record their pro-
ceedings, &c., as they may deem expedi-
enl.
8. That the Town Council be respect
fudy requested 10 cooperate with the said
Committee, in promoting the objects en-
trusted to il. Il .t,5Eeg,.e icss
4. That the said committee; after they
shall have sufficiently informed themselves
on the subject, publish in tho newspapers
of the Town statement of their views
of the said Roads. the most eligible routes,
the probable cost, the stock necessary. The
movements of the company sections inter.
ested, the proportions Of stock that will
probably be taken by each; the sum they
deemir expedient the Town should sub
scribe. through its constituted authorities,
to the slock on each route, g together with
suitable provisions Reorganization for each
stock Company, in detail, and acail for a
Town Meeting at such period as. will allow
to the Citizens sufficient previous consid-
eralion ofthe matters thus publicly sub.
milled tothem. '. 12r >.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02

him an opportunity by delay. to- reqaest a
recall, which the President, supposes Mr..
Wise. as high spirited man will,necessa-
rily do. Their uufriendly personal rela'
tions in past lines would be considered as
the motive of his recall should the Presl-
dent take that step.
Efforts are being made 10 remove Mr.
Ellsworth from the office of Commissioner
of Patents, but he is inlrenched behind the
go 600 copies of bis Report, printed by
Congress. The popularity Of that work
NAV save him. The demand for it is i'm
mense. Thousands Of applications con-
iinuo to be made from all parts of the
country.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02
New YORK, March %.

PROTEST OF THE MEX'AN MINISTER.
We have been favored with ansabstract
of the protest made by Gen. Almonle TO
the Department Of Stale, which we pub
lish below.
Abstract of the Protest of General A.
monte.-The undersigned has the honor to
address himself TO lhe Hon. Secretary Of
State, in order to manifest The deep con.
Germ with which he has seenihai the Pres
idenl Of the United States has given his
signature to a law admitting into this con.
fetleracy The Mexican ptovince Of Texas.
He had hal,ered himself that the sound
counsels The most distinguished citizens.
&c., would have led to better result
Unhappily it has not been so, aud against
his hopes and sincere. vows, he sees con.
summaed on the part Of this Government,
an act Of aggression the most uajus, that
modern history records---ihe spolialion of
a friendly nation of a considerable part Of
its territory.
For lheso reasons, in obedience to his
instructions, he must protest, aud does
protest, in The most solemn manner, in the
name Of his Government against the law,
&c. i. He protests also that the &C, in
measure invalidales the right of Mexico to
recover her province, of which,she is so
unjusily dispossessed. and that ahe will
maintain and give effect to those rights BY
all the means within her power.
He also begs that the Secretary will let
The President know that, in view Of sll
these facts, bis mission near this Govern
ment terminates from to day. He cousc
quenty begs ,hatlhe Hon. Secretary will
forw ard 10 him his passports, because it is
his purpose 10 leave this city as soon as
possible for New York. 81
He avals himself Of this occasion, &c.
Eue. Gazette.
The Mexican Minister arrived in this
city by The 2 o'clock train from Philadel.
phia yesterday, and expresses openly his
belief that war between Mexico and this
country must ensue.- Ibid.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02
CHARLESTON -ToE4LEansTI


At the Anniversary meeting Of this So,
ciety, held this evening the following cor
respondeuce was read, and directed 10 be
published in The daily papers.
J. B. BELTS, Record'g Sec.
March "a.
B. J. Rowland, ESQ.
Dear Sir:-Permit me TO have the plea
sure of presenting through you, TO he
"Charleson T. A. Society,"" The likeness
of a distinguished gentleman. The Hon. j.
B. O'Neal. Foremost as an intrepid un.
wavering leader in that great army in
which we have enlisted, he still continues
with philanIhropic and patriotic zeal. 10
plant the victorious standard Of TOTAL Alb.
stinence. wherever bis digui6ed aud com
maudng position in society afford him fit
opportunity.
Hoping the portrait, though has;y
sketch, will moi be unworthy of your ac-
ceptance, and believing it will be crafty.
ing to lh= citizens Of Charleston to 6nd it
in Temperance Hall. and knowing it will
be highly priced by The Society Of which
have the honor of being member.
am, sir, respectfully yours.
TSiguedl THOS. WIGHTMAN.
Charleston, March 22, 1845.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02
CHARLESTON, March 90, 1915.

CHARLESTON, March 20, lO4O.
Thomas Wghtman. Esq.
Dear Sir-Your note to me Of this date
was read at The meeting of the Member:
of the Charleston Total Abstinence Soci
ETY., held this evening, and the following
Resolution was unanimously passed:
Resolvcd. That this Sociely accept
with great satisfaction and pride the gifl
prese nted by Mr.. Wightman, viz: The
Portrait of the Hon. JOHN Belto, O'Neal,
and that the President be requesed TO ex-
press TO Mr.. Wightman the thinks and
sentiments of The Association"
In compliance with the above Resolu-
ton, hereby tender you our TANKS; a
more acceptable present could not have
been made to our Society, nor amore ap-
propriate donation to Temperance Hall,
than your admirable likeness o one so
thoroughly acquainted with the Temper
ance cause, a1d who commands the uni
versal respect and confidence f al classes
Of his fellow citizens.
Ii affords me pleasure 10 be theorgan Of
this communication, and 10 assun you OF
The best wishes OF The members oiour So
ciety for your success in your pofesson
and your continued health and happiness.
With much esteem,
remain very respectfully
Your obedienr servan,
[Signedl r. J. HOWLAID,
President Charleston T. A. Sciety.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02

A slip from the Savannah Geogian. Of
the 9Th inst. says -" The pmerous
friends of Gen. Charles R. Floy will re.
gret to learn of his death. whichoccurred
al his residence, in Camden Comfy. on
Saturday last. The deceased WIS gal
liant soldier and chivalrous cilien, and
during his life has rendered essetial SER
vice 10 his native State, and has III many
friends 10 bewail his decease in le prime
Of manhood. For several years,revious
to his death ahe held the COMMISSION OF
Brigadier General of the lst Briade, lst
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02

The Pendleton Messenger Of March 29tl'
says:-The Court Of Common Pleas and
General Sessions was held at Anderson this
week, Judgs Wardlaw presiding There were
no cases of very great interest pending, but
sufficient litigation to keep the Court in session
till near the cluse of the week. We do NOT
know that it has yet adjourned.
Judge Wardlaw is on this circuit for the first
time since his election, and we learn from mem.
bers OF the bar, that he is indefatigable in the
discharge of his official duties
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1845-04-02

Turnpikss from Columbia to the North Caro-.
lima Line The following gentlemen form q
part of the Committee oftwen,y-one, appointed
to take into consideration the e1pediency ol
establishing Turnpike Roads from Columbia
10 the North Carolina line. The road will run
on each side of Broad River.
Messrs James Boatwright. J. G. Bowman.
J.J. Caldwell, John A. Crawford, w. F. Des-
saussure. r w. Gibbs, K. H. Goodwin. Wade
Hampton, Sr., Charles Mccullough WIN. NJ.
Myers, VIM. C. Preston. R. SondIey. Edward
Sill, A.G Summer, B. F. Taylor, A. Wallace,
and Samuel Weir