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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06

.frnsing Canada.-One word in reference to
pubic sentiment here on the war question
aud l may begin my saying that the many
stories atioat in reference to new Notifications
and large increase of the army in Canada, are
pure fdbrIcations. There are some intention
of adding new Qualifications at Kingston, and
perhaps elsewhere, but as yet neither there
nor at any place in Canada, have any p1epar-
atIons been made. So also, in reference to
the army there has been no reinforcement of
troops for many months past, and except at
'he time OF the rebellion, there has not been
over TWO thousand soldiers in the Provinces
"hlcn Is about the whole number now scat
Tered IN The Upper and Lower Canada.
-. --- .---- Montreal Letter. Inn &
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06
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VOL. 2.---NO. 81.
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THE WAY TO END A COURTsHIP.


There is quite little romance connected
with building in Genoa. 1t was formerly
erected and owned by wealthy man, who
was in the habit Of visiting beautiful peasant
girl in the neighborhood. Pleased with his
attention, she cast off, as the ladies are apt to
do, the rustic lover she had before encouraged.
But although her new admirer was frequent
and steady in his habits, he never mentioned
the subject of matrimony.
Things went on in this way for three years,
till one night the gentleman was startled, az
he was about leaving the house, by the ab-
Tupt entrance of the two brothers of the imam.
orata. demanding that he should Immediately
marry their sister. They told him that he had
visited her for three years, thus keeping away
other suitors, and destroying all hopes of their
sisters marriage, except with him; three years
was quite long enough for him to make up his
mind in, and as he had not done it, they had
concluded to do it for him.
This was bringing things to focus he had
not anticipated. For IMAM Of wealth and sta
ton to marry poor peasant girl merely be-
cause he had condesended to be snitten by
her beauty, was something more than Joke,
yet re saw at glance that there was more
meant by these brothers speech than met the
ear-in short that his choice was to he mar
Rage or stlle;to through his heart. This
was reducing things to the simplest terms I:
rather too simple for the wealthy admirer.-
The trembling weeping girl, the bold, reck-
less brothers, and the embarrassed gentleman,
must have formed capital group in a peas"
ants's cottage. ~. s.
At length Signor - attempted to COM
promise the matter by saying then was not
the lime, nor there the.p TO celebrate such
ceremony, besides there was no priest, and
the proper way would be to talk over the sub
! jpct together in the morning.
| One of the brothers leaned back and tapped
slightly on side door; it opened, and priest
with his noiseless, cat-like tread, entered the
circle.
"Here is a priest" said the brothers.
There was short interval Of silence, when
Signor made slight movement towards the
door. Two daggers instantly CLEANED before
him. He saw that it was all over with shim
tina; the three years of courtship were going
to amount to something after all; and so yield
ed with as good grace as possible, and the
nupliaIs We're performed. He Immediately
placed his " ile in a school to be educated,
while he in the meantime bought title
Years passed by, and the ignorant peasant
girl emerged into the fashionable world an
accomplished woman. She is now the beau
tiful Countess OF -!
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06

Counterfeit Coin.-Ou. attention was called
Yesterday to a counterfeit silver coin, which, if
the public is not put their guard, will he likely
TO obtain general circulation. 1t is twenty-five
cent piece of American coinage, dated 1913, and
perfect is the deception that in several expert
ments made with individuals, who came into our
office, the bascr was taken for the better coin.
This fraud will be likely to operate prcjudicial-
y on the poorer class, and we therefore caution
our fellow citizens to sound their silver change as
candidiy confess that we could not distinguish
the false from the genuine by any othee test.
Charleston Courier.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06
From the Cincinnati Chronicle.
HOGS PACKED IN THE WEST.

HOGS PACKED IN THE WEST.
We have annually given our view of the
number of Hogs packed, and the prospect OF
the provision trade at the close of the year.-
We shall do SO now although this article is
only preliminary to full statement hereafter
of that important branch Of trade.
Having arrived at the 18th Of January, there
is good deal Of anxiety felt by merchants in
the provision business 10 know how the re-
suits of the hog packing will stand. The ex-
act results cannot be ascertained, but an ap-
Proclamation may be had. a.
Some persons have put forth an exaggera-
ted statement Of the number Of hogs packed
IN the West. and others have moderated them
as much. The truth lies between. The nun.
Der packed is greater than 1t was last season,
but not greater-taking the United States to.
gether-.han mightIfeascnabIy, be anticipated.
We say reasonably, because it was most un
reasonable to suppose there would not be an
increase, and decided increase this year
over the last very scarce season. e-I... '.E#
However. our readers want only facts, and
what we will give them, the result in some o.
the leading packing places. .......
In Cincinnati, the great variation is in the
large number of hogs brought from Kentucky
This we can show, precisely. .
From Kentucky in le44-5, $4,000
" 1885,, $4,000
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06

Brazil and Englund.-The question Of the
right of search which gave rise TO some diff
cultes between the United States and Great
Britain has caused some misunderstanding
between the latter country and Brazil. An
act of the British parliament of August last,
declares Brazilian vessels, engaged In the
slave trade, amenable TO the high court Of ad-
miraity and TO any and every court OF vice ad-
miralty within the British domlnlons. Against
this act the government of Brazil protests
Rio paper, the Jo,raul de Conferefo Of Octo-
Der %, contains the official protests Of the
minister Of foreign affairs.
By former treaty between Great Britain
and Brazil it was provided that the slave trade
should be deemed piracy, the right OF search
was given for its suppression, and mixed com
missions were authorized for adjudicating all
cases arising under this treaty. But the trea-
lty was to last fifteen years and no longer. 1t
lexpired in March last and has not been renew
ed. Yet the British government by its recent
law claims and exercises rights over the ships
and seamen of Brazil, which are derogatory
to the independence Of the latter country, and
which England cannot now hold save by
usurpation.
The Brazilian minister argues the matter at
some length, and concludes by declaring that
the act of the British parliament sis opposed
to the most clear and positive principles OF
the law of nations and is an infringement OF
the sovereignty and independence of Brazil as
well as those of other nations" He further
declares that Brazil will not recognise any OF
! the consequences Of the above mentioned ACT
lexcept as the result of force and violence. fol
which satisfaction will be demanded. 1t is
added that this protest against the usurPation
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06
308,0OO $4,000 39O,OOt

1t will also be observed that the season is
not quite closed, although very nearly.
1t is said, that other places have not increas-
ed in the same proportion-some probably not
at all. This is true. Bnt, on the other hand
it is already known that there has been an in
crease in some places. We shall not guess
how the final results of other places will stand:
but in the meanwhile refer to the following
facts:
Deficit last year in 81 packing points, 540,73o
Increase on last year, in Cincinnati !
and Louisville, 900
These facts 60, so far, to show that the gen
eral result will very closely approximate that
Of l943-4.
The Markets, however. are governed not
by this fact only; but by the stock on hand,
the Foreign demand, and the state Of the Cur
rency. These are matters which belong strict
~ 10 the calculations of Merchant. We
here state only the Statistics Of Production, SO
far as they are known.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06

s.. Pure Sentimcat-"The. maiden wept, and
said, why weepest thou, maidenl' She answer
ed not, neither did she speak. but sobbed exceed
ingly; and again said, Maiden! why yeePest
thoa O. Still she continued weeping and third
time raised my voice, and said, Maiden Why
veepest thou = and she answered and SAID. " hats
,hatto, on Mind cur own Business
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06
Descendants of the Puritans-D urin the mast

Descendants Of the P4ritans.- Durin. the past
year the towns of Massachusetts, raised forthe sum-
port of common schools, s576,556 O2, Tbe sec-
rotary Of the board of education states that the
amount raised by towns in various vavs ..for
common schools, will exceed one dollar n;ece
for every man, woman and child in the state
The people of tie little State of Massachusetts
pend annually, for the purpose Of Educ ti.,n
more than million Of dollars. -.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06

of England will not prevent the Brazilian
government from devoting its most strenuous
efforts to the suppression of the slave trade.
Ball. american.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06
$4,000
$4,000
Increase.
$4,000

Some persons suppose that this increase is
only so much deducted from the number driv-
en- South by the Cumberland Gap and other
roads. To some extent this is true; but not
altogether. The number Of hogs fatted the
last autumn in kentucky, there is reason to
believe, was really larger than the year before.
The total number packed this year al Gin
cinnati will not be under two hundred and
eighty thousand-the largest number ever pack
ed in one year, at this place.
The comparison for Cincinnati and Louis
vile, for the past season will stand thus,
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06

The Solid Ten Thousand.-In looking over
the Tenth edition of the erich men ofNew York,
says the New York Mirror, notice that nearly
all those who have attained to what Carlyle calls
"Gig Respectfully" by the aid of their efforts
are sons of New England who came to the city
poor boys, and acorked their way up. Among
the rich men, Augustus Cavenna, halr-dresser, is
put down, or put up rather, at 100000. This
is cutting and shaving to some purpose. M. Y.
Beach the publisher estimates himself at $500, geo,
and gives Bennett Sl50,0O0. The richest man in
the list is John Jacob Astor. 1t contains the fol-
lowing notice of the extent of his wealth
"'Ihose knowing his affairs best placing it at
$50, 0U0 ,OO0 and some as high even as S50,0O0,-
coo. His income, On moderate estimate, must
be 81 900, 900 year. or Sl66 600 month"; which
is about SAL, 500 week $3.50 a day, $40 all
hour, and 81 minute. Mr.. Astor has made a
donation of S35OOOO for library in this city, the
interest of which is to be expended in employing
agents to purchase books and in the erection Of a
building. Mr. Cogswell, late editor Of the New
York Review is the agent and librarian. Mr.. AS
Tor has two sons, VIM. B., and one who has been
imbeciIe, from his birth one of his daughters be
came the Countess of Rumpf and lately deceased
at Paris, another (deceased) was married to Mr.
Bristed, an Englishman, author of work on thu
Resources of America, and now a clergyman a
Bristol, R. l. A grandson Charles Bristed, is a
Cambridge, England
sJohn Jacob Astor beat skins in Gold street il
early life"
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1846-02-06

The eUiH cattle gf Teros.-We find the fol-
lowing article, in relation to the wild cattle Of
Texas, in a recent number of the Houston Tel
egraph:
"'Fhe settlers who have recently opened
farms near the sources of the San Gabriel and
Brushy, find the country well stocked with
singular breed of wild cattle. Large droves
Of these cattle are found not only on the San
Gabriel, Leona, and other tributaries of Little
River, but also on the San Saba, the Liano,
and many tributaries cf the Upper Colorado,
far above the settlements. They differ in
form. color, and habits from all the varieties
of domestic cattle in Texas. They are inva-
riably of dark brown color, with slight
tinge of dusky yellow on the tip of the nose
and the belly. Their horns are remarkably
large, and stand out straight from the head.
Although these cattle are generally much lar
ger than domestic cattle, they are more fleet
and nimbie, and when pursued. often outstrip
horses that easily outrun the Buffalo; they sell
dom venture far outinto the praires, but are ge-
neraly found in or near the forest that skirt the
streams in that section. Their meat is of an ex-
cellent flavor, and is preferred by the settlers
to the meat of the domestic cattle. 1t is said
that their fat is so hard and compact that it
will not melt in the hottest days Of summer;
anu Tie CdnuI0S IOIIilGU IL ore SUpGIIOT
to those that are formed with the tallow of 9th
er cattle. Some persons have supposed that
it is possible these cattle are a distinct race,
indigenous to America; and the immense skel-
etons of species Of fossil OK with straight
horns, that are often found in the beds Of the
Brazos and Colorado, would seem to strength
en- this opinion. But as these cattle are now
found only in the vicinity of the old Missions,
it is much more propable that they are the de-
scendants Of the cattle introduced by the early
Spanish adventures. 1t is said that species
Of wild cattle, differing from all the domestic
breeds of the Eastern continent, is found in
the Sandwich islands; but it is we'll ascertain
ed that this breed is derived from the domes-
tic cattle tina: were left on those islands by
Vancouver. These cattle are so wild that
they can only be caught alive by entrapping
them in disguised pits. The celebrated bota-
mist, Douglas, while on tour in one of those
islands, fell into one of these pits, and was
gored to death by wild bull, who had been
been thus entrapped. Several attempts have
been made by settlers on the San Gabriel to
domesticate the wild cattle in that section,
but they have thus far been unsuccessful. AS
they are far superior to the domestic cattle OF
the country, not only in size, strength, and
agility, but also in the flavor of their meat
and the density OF their fat, they might, if
once domesticated, become valuable acquisi-
ton to the agriculturists of this country"
Litchfield enquirer., 1846-06-25
From the ". o. P,cdyune
ROUTE OF GEN. TAYLOR

We understand that the next demonstration
OF Gen. Taylor will be upon the city of Monte
ley. This place is about 90 leagues from Mat.
amoras, and is approached by an arid and i'll.
watered country. 1t is the principle city Of the
province of New Leon, and commands the en-.
trance of the table lands. or the interior OF Mex
leo, through the passes of the Sierra Madre.
Gen Taylo designs now to be at Monterey
as soon in July as possible. At that place, il
is believed, the Mexicans will make stubborn
stand if at all during the war. If the troops
under General Taylor occupy Monterey, the
whole Of Mexico this side the Sierra Madra
will be in the possession of the United States,
including the mining districts Of New Leon,
New Mexico. Santa Fe, Chihauhau, &C. The
calculation is based somewhat upon the idea
that the United States will order an expedition
from the Missouri river upon the Northern
provinces. II this be done the whole of North
Mexico will be in our possession Such dis
position of the forces ofthe United States would
probably end the war at once. But if it did
net, our army would hold the KEY to the whole
Of South Mexico, and the gates of the capital
would. speaking in military sense, be in the
Possession Of General Taylor.
Litchfield enquirer., 1846-06-25
No. 5. WHOLE No. lO45.
PRUDENCE AND CENIIJS

mat genius inferior only to Skakespeare
or Milton. should not be able to keen 4 coat
on MS back to save himself from starving amid
ms poetic fire, at the same time that an honest
cHizen' whose utmost reach of thought onlv
enables him to fix reasonable profit unon q
piece OF linen or silk, according to its first cost
and charges, should, from nothing, raise him.
self TO coach and six: to account for what in
theory seems SO strange, il is to be considered
OF what consequence it is towards proper be-
haVlour' that person apply due attention to
all the minute circumstances. and seemingly
Inconslderable particulars. in the conduct Of
LIE: Let man have what sublime abilities he
WILL It ne is above applying his understanding
10 md out, and his attention 10 pursue. any
scheme of life, it is as little expected tina, he
should acquire the fortune of the thriving citis
zen, as that the plain shop keeper, who never
applied his mind to learning, should equal him
IN science. There is no natural incompatibiliiv
between art or learning, and prudence. Nor is
the man of learning or genius. who ia void Of
common prudence, to be considered in any 9TH
er character than that of wrong headed pedant
or Of man of narrow and defective abilities.
Dignity Of Human Nature.
Litchfield enquirer., 1846-06-25
@tsreIIaMp.
An IMMORTAL ELRGY.
THOMAS GRAY.


The author Of the following Elegy,-which is
considered the most admirable creation of the
KIND IN the language was born in Cornhill,
in the city Of London, December 26, l716.-
His father, Phillip Gray. was a scrivener, who
was only able TO give his son classic educa-
sion. without fortune 10 back it, From his ex-
ceeding efteminency and fair complexion, he
received from HE fellow students at Eton COL
lege the aPPellation of Mss Gray, to which
the deticacy of his manners not little contrib
uted. He was destined TO the law. but, &C.
quiring relish for Poetry, discarded the mus
~ tones Of Blackstone and Littleton, for the
more fanciful society Of the Muses. Gray tray
elled much, and enjoyed the friendship Of some
of the most distinguished literary and political
characters-msle and female--of his day
The EIegy sovitfen tn Country Church.
Yard" Is believed to have been commenced in
l742, and not finally completed. to the uthor's
satisfaction, till 1850. The "Elegy" is deemed
his masterpiece. The subject is interesting,
the sentiment simple aud pathetic, and the YER
sification charming and melodious. 1t has the
merit of adverting to the most interesting pas
slons Of the human mind, yet the authors gen.
ius Is not marked alone by the tender sensi-
bility so conspicuous in this elegant piece; but
there ia a sHblimity which gives it an equal
claim to universal admiration. Gray died on
the 3lst of May. l77l, IN the 55th year Of his
age, OF govt in the stomach.-Phii. Sat. Cou.
rier.
Litchfield enquirer., 1846-06-25
BATTLES WITH THE MEXICANs-TEx.
AN VICTORIES.

Inc following brief outline of the PRINCIPAL
battles between the Texan and Mexican forces
during the war OF independence, will not be nm
interesting at this time. In 1885, at the hal.
Ties OF Conception and the "grass fight" large
ouos. probably three to one, were driven from
the field by the Texans and at San Anton;a
same year, three hundred raw Texan militia
captured General Coss and eleven hundred Mex-
lean soldiers
In 1886, at Alamo, 1870 held out 10 days a.
galnst Santa Anna and 5000 men. A ,ht ~ NJ
last until every Texan fell dead, killing 90 of
me enemy; 400 at Collelta beat off 1000 under
General Urea, but next day were :reacherously
deceived into surrender; 700, of their own
spontaneous will, killed or captured 1900 Mex
!cahs' al San Jacinto. taking prisoner the Pres
ldent OF Mexico, General Santa Anna; and TWEEN.
~ under deaf Smith routed 100 Mexicans the
same wear. o
In 1899. one,hundred and four beat 1000 Mex.
lcahs al Sa.'lllo and retreated into Texas with
me loss OF only four men. In ls42. only 90
OF them repulsed Gen. Woll and 800 troons At
Arroya Salado: 26l drove 25UO Meyicans into
Meir, fought nineteen hours. killed 700 of the
enemy, but at last were deceived into surren-
der and horribly butchered or enslaved.
In l643, two hundred uno,,ned Texan nr;s.
oners at Salado attacked four hundred armed
Mexican guards, beat and dispersed them -
>ame year Commodore Moore, of Yucatan. 81.
lenced ten times his laval force and connpel.
LED them to retire. The last victory ra.
Suited IN treaty, or alliance between Yucatsn
and Texas, ny which the former bound herself
to remain passive in any contest which Mex
leo might ihereafterengage in with Texas, and
most faithfully have the gallant Yucantecos per.
formedtheir contract,
Litchfield enquirer., 1846-06-25

In Rhode Island licenses to taVerns =" sell
shirts only in two towns. FOSTER ana west
Greenwich and in Providence SIX Sotes are
licensed to sell by the quart, not to be drunk on
the premises.