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Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

GREAT MAIL RoBBERY.-U. s. Mail
Stolen.-The Cincinnati Commercial of
Saturday, 9Th inst, contains the following:
"The great Southern letter mail bag was
stolen from the box on the mail boat at our
landing, after two O'Clock yesterday morn.
ing. Up to the time Of writing, no trace Of
it has been found! The mail bags between
this city and Louisville, are carried in a
large box which is .nade fast to the deck
Of the boat, and kept locked. The lock was
opened-the bag taken out and carried
away between 2 o'clock and 4-the boat
having come in at the former time, and
people were stirring at, and after the latter
hour. This is doubtless heavy robbery,
as the bag contained all the great Southern
mail-the letters alone being load for two
men! How many thousands Of dollars are
lost, no one can tell at present; every exer.
ton is being made to trace the robbers
More than likely, the villains approached
the mail boat in skiff, shipping their booty
and took down the Ohio and buried it il
some lone spot. Strenuous exertions should
be made in that quarter, as well as in 9th
ers, to ferret out the bold perpetrators"
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

Would not the impulse, uppermost in youl
breasts at this moment, prompt you to rush
if you could, to the grave of Ringgold-the
brave, accomplished, gallant Ripggold-and
his companions in death and glory-to
moisten their grave with a tear, and there
realize, and swear by the flag of your coun.
try, that such blood has not been shed in
vaina The soil where they sleep in death,
is hallowed ground-secured to their coun-
try, and consecrated to freedom, by their
blood. May it never be desecrated by the
footstep of the foe! 1t was death to be en-
vied-one that leaves deathless name be-
hind
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17
PR1cE OF w ooL-ssFIoME Projection

PRICE, OF w WooL-ssHoME Projection" !"
We see many of our farmers in the city
with their wagons filled with wool. The
purchaserscf wool in the market are scarce.
Those who are purchasing, pay from l6 to
20 cents--very low for this article. But
the protected manufactures oft in the east,
profit by these low prices. Many Of the
farmers Of Ohio voted for this projection to
the manufacturers, but you never see the
manufacturers do any thing that will in.
crease the price Of the raw materinl on their
hands. When will these humbugs Of whig.
gerry cease todelude anddeceive its followesl
Ohio Press
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

o. The editor of the Summit Beacon
says that "the Locusts are very thick in the
woods, and are destroying every green
thing they can light on"
Ifthat be the case, the editor has without
much doubt, ere this, fallen prey to these
"young destructives," and we would ad-
wise his numerous friends to have the fol.
lowing epitaph placed upon the slab, which
he deserves to have raised in honor to his
memory ..e-
Beneath this white-oak slab doth lie,
The carcass of fool;
He died as many fools have died,
A poor bank ridden tool!
The above will answer for the editor oi
the Star, should he have the misfortune tc
meet the same fate. tta ,ar
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17
The Difference.

The Tax Law of last winter taxes the
property of the farmer, mechanic, manu-
facturer, merchant and laborer, whether j,
Yields profit or not. This the wings con.
tend is all right. There is no contingency
upon which the tax of any individual rests.
The Banker Is not tassd unless has ~
ps.iment, shall yield a clear profit over and
abo,e all The expenses Of carrying on h''
business. The wings say this is all right
also. The tax of the banker depends upon
a contingency. The democrats assert that
if the banker is to be taxed upon his profits
only, neither should any other person
Which is righta Which advocates the doc.
trine of equality-the wings who say that
the banker should not be taxed unless he
makes net profit, and that the farmer and
others should whether they make profit or
not, or the Democrats, who contend that
they should both be taxed upon the same
principle and in the same way!
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

The INv1Nc1BLEs.-A young lady aged
fourteen, daughter of Hon. Mr.. G. Fem, Of
St. Tammany, La, is delivering war
speeches to the volunteers there.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17
U. S. SENATOR FROM New HAMpsHrar

q. s. SENATOR FROM NEW HAMPSHIRE
The Senate and House Of Representa-
tives Of New Hampshire have made choice
Of John P. Hale for U. 8. Senator for 81,
years, from the 4th of March next. In tn,
House, J. P. Hale had 139votes, and Har
ry Hibbard ll9. In the Senate, Hale ha.
8 votes, and Hibbard 8.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

AMERICAN PHRENoLoeIcAL JOURNAL
We have received the June number of this
interesting and valuable scientific Journal,
edited by o. s. FOWLER, who is called one
of the best writers upon this science in the
world. The manner in which he handles
the subject cannot be beat. Its principle
object is to enlighten the mind, a subject
above all others the most important TO all.
Phrenology should be studied by every one.
1t makes them acquainted with themselves
and with persons and things around them.
1t gives them frmness and perseverance in
whatever they may undertake. Indeed the
"greatest study of man is MAN." ."
We would advise all Of our friends who
feel desirous Of studying this science to sub
scribe for the Journal. Price $l,00 PEI
year.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

GFThe notorious Daniel Winchel, who
has been confined in the Jail of this county
for about eight months past, made his es-
cape on Monday night last. The Jail now
presents the pleasing spectacle of empty
walls, there being not an offender confined
within it. Dan delivered his farewell dis
course to the people of Tinnicum on the
afternoon of Monday and has left his flock
without shepherd.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

The Mexican army had retreated to
Camargo. A passenger on board the Gal.
weston has furnished US with some interest.
ing details connected with intelligence re-
ceived by previous accounts. On the l7!h
ult., large portion Of Gen. Taylor's ar
my moved up the river for the purpose Of
crossing. .a-s t..ag hac atseI sts.9
General Taylor remained at the Fortif-
cations with about 800 men, as the army
were seen by the Mexicans on tho opposite
side Of the river, to leave the encampment
and approach the Fort.
Arista sent flag of truce to Gen. Tay.
lor, requesting an armistice Of six weeks,
giving as reason for his request, that he
desired to communicate with his Govern.
ment. General Taylor said that he would
give him till 8 o'clock the next morning TO
evacuate the, city Of Matamoras, and would
permit him to take the public properly un.
der his charge. n .a,aao oS- ~ .sr
The flag then returned. {, On the next
day, 18th the army crossed on fats of their
own construction and bodies Of wagons
caulked. The passage was made about
four miles above Fort Brown.
On arriving at the city, it was discovered
that Arista had departed with his forces,
leaving only the mounted Battery, all the
mortars, and such ofthe military apparatus
as could not be removed in their haste,
were thrown into the wells.
The party from our army went out to
reconnoitre Immediately after the entrance
into Matamoras, and overlook portion Of
the Mexicans who were retreating, ~ oi
whom were made prisoners. Il . under.
stood that Arista's head quarters are al
San Fernando, about 80 miles from Mata'
moras.
The wounded of the American army ere
understood to be doing we'll.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

OMlNoUs.-We are not much given to
believing in omens, yet a circumstance &C.
CURED on Saturday last, which may or may
not be ''the fore leg to some runner" 1t
is thought by some that coming events
cast their shadows before" The large om-
nibus, which resembled pig sty, called the
"Wiliiam Bebb," in honor Of the Federal
candidate for Governor, which hailed from
Franklin, while "going home whsre 1t be.
longed" was capsized in the ditch, just as il
was pcssing majest;caIly along the road
The situation of him, whose name it bore
may be somewhat similar to this. Wher
is travelling along the road enjoying tn,
high hope that the coon team will land hin
safely in the gubernatoriai chair, he may
find himself keeled up on his ''beam's end
in some of the bitches down in old Butler
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

OFHon. WILLIAM ALLEN will please
accept our thanks for copy of Fremont's
Report of the Exploring Expedition to the
Rocky mountains in ls42 and to Oregon
and California in l843-'44, and also map
of the Oregon territory. ........
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17
FROM MEXICO.

CONFIRMATION OF THE cApTrrpr
OF MATAMORAS-AN ARMISTICE
ASKED BY. ARISTA--AMERiCAN
TERMS DECLINED-U. 8. SQUAD
RON ORDERED TO PENSACOLA, TO
PREPARE FOR AN ATTACK UPON
VERA CRUZ--MORE aLIVE MEXI-
! CANS CAPTURED.
From the N. o. Picsyuas.
The steamship Galveston arrived last
evening from Brazos Santiago, which place
she left on the 27th inst. She brings a
confirmation of the news brought by the
Telegraph. Gen. Taylor has obtained
peaceable possession of Matamoras. The
Mexican army left large amount of am.
unition in the city, which is q valuable &c.
QUESTION to our army. ~ .as't''A9i
The Mexicans destroyed an immense
quantity of ammunition by filling up the
wells, and throwing other portions into the
river. f''s p st@'t' St'~4
Gen. Taylor gave positive orders for his
men not to take the slightest article without
giving u fair equivalent. '
The citizens were told by Gen. Taylor
to continue their business operations, but
prohibited them from selling liquor to any
Of the army. 20 Z. at a.a@.a
Com. Conner, with most Of his squadron,
had left for Pensacola to reft and reinforce
before making an attack upon Vera Cruz.
He intends taking with him three line-of:
battle ships. ~ :, rs
On her passage to the seat of war, the
Galveston was the scene Of horrible mur.
der, man named Robert Mitchell, of the
McKelvey Guards having stabbed one Of
his comrades named VIM. Malloy. The
deceased was buried at sea, Capt. Waddell
reading the funeral service. The murder.
er was Immediately put in irons and placed
in close custody on their arrival at Point
Isabel. 800 res. "
Gen. Taylor, Immediately after having
taken possession of Matamoras, despatched
two companies of horse to follow the Mex
ican army. They accordingly followed
them about fifty miles, but never approach.
ed nearer than six hours travel.
The amount Of money found in the Mex.
lean army chest after the battle Of the 9Th,
was, it is said, $4,000 in gold.
The James L. Day, which sailed on the
evening of the 26th, arrived about 9 o..
clock, short time after the Galveston.
The only additional items of news she
brings is, that the Mevicans had went to
Camargo, about 200 miles from Matamoras,
it is supposed for reinforcements. A party
of Col. Twigg's regiment Of dragons, un.
der the command Of Captains May, Arnold
and Carr, arrived at Point Isabel on tho
evening of the 25th ult., for the purpose Of
recruiting their horses. ..- ..,.,....,.. ..r
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

he must needs appear in person to explain
his explanations, which, we doubt not, he
succeeded in doing to the satisfaction OF
those who follow the lead of the wire-pull-
ers, whatsoever way they direct.
In the afternoon Mr.. Bebb was introduce
ed to the congregation, and in speech Of
about two hours, discussed the subjects 'of
the tax law, currency, the Sub-treasury,
abolitionism and the war, and in the eve'
ming he devoted short time to the discus
sion of the tariff. He undertook to show
that there were no substantial objections to
the tax law and that its operations were e.
oual upon all classes. In relation to the
war he took the same ground as that taken
BY the tory press ofthe State-he spoke Of
the enormous cost of protecting our soil and
citizens as though that should deter US from
maintaining our just rights. In relation to
banks he asserted the oft repeated falsehood
of the federal prints, that all those banks
which have failed were the creatures of
democratic legislation, and reiterated the
old and worn out arguments in favor Of
banks and swindling. He asserted that the
passage of the Independent Treasury would
drive every dollar out of this State and send
it to the East, when it is a fact we'll known
to all, that it is from that quarter we hear
the loudest murmurings against it by the
spectators who have enjoyed the use of
the public funds to fill their own Golfers.
The meeting brokeup at about ten o'clock
in the evening, and the members Of the
great whig convention for Portage county,
retired to their homes, doubtless highly elat-
ed at having heard the great guns o.. whig
gerry.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

o. Some Of the good people of his
county who attended the whig meeting ir
this place in 1912, will recollect the boast
of Tom Corwin, that with his $500 sala.
ry as Governor, without banks he was 60
ing to purchase wheat at so cts. per BUSH
ell instead of having to pay $l,OO per BUSH
Ell with the use of bank paper. Tom Cor
win had the misfortune to have to stay at
home, while Wilson Shannon was the
choice of the people. Similar to this boast
of Corwin's was that of Bebb on Saturday
last. He declared that if the democrats
should break down the banks with his
$1,000 salary he should buy wheat at SO
cents bushel and all other things proper
tionably low. 1t won't be the fortune OF
that fellow to fob that $1,000. Mark that.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

RANKS FULL.-We see by "a circular is
sued from the Office ofthe Adjutant Gener-
al, dated June 8, that the number of men
required by the War Department from this
State have already been raised; and by a
General Order that no companies other
than certain ones named, whose geograph'
ical position is east Of line passing north
and south through the city of Columbus
which are not already in Cincinnati, car
now be received under the present requisi
ton. The companies named are two from
Columbus, one from Mt. Vernon, one from
GAINESVILLE, one from Coshocton. one from
Newark, one from Lancaster, one from
Wooster, one from Massillon, one from
Circleville, one from st. Clairsville, ont
from Athens, four companies from thu
North under command of Capt. McLaugh
I'm, and one company from Highland Co.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1846-06-17

GFBebb undertook to show the blessings
of the swindllng banks and the black tariff
to the people. Can he or any of his lack
eys tell why it is that with over thirty
banks in this State to furnish the means to
buy at large prices-with but small crop,
and with a tariff to furnish an ample ''home
Market" the price Of almost every thing
produced by the farmer is less than it was
even when we were not blessed with a tar.
if, when we had but few banks in the State,
and the harvest was abundant?
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TUESDAY EVENING, AUGUST IS, 1916.

condensation, any injurious reduction of fare as
Aforesaid, the Board of Public Works shall be the
sole Judge; aud their order shall be obligatory on
either or both of the said companies Pyoe,,led
lhe stockholders of the Petersburg Rail Road Com.
papy, IN general meeting, agree 10 this section.
BE ufurHier enacted, That in case the autllori.
ties OF the State of North Carolina shall at any
time, by legal process otherwise. dcpsivc tina Pc
tersburg Rail Road Company of any of the privi.
leges and advanta ges of its charter obtaintd from
that State, by any act heretofore DONE or omit, led
to be done by the said Petersburg Rail Road Com
pany, or by aLy means whatsoever prevent the
aforesaid Petersburg Rail Road Com pany from con-
quoting their operations on so much of their Rail
Road as lies within, the State of North Carolina or
on any part thereof by reason of any act hcleto.
lore Zone or omitted TO bc done by the Peter.hur q
Kall Road Company, then all the rights, privileges
and lTnmunitics hereby granted to the aforesaid
Scaboard and Roanoke Rail Road Company shall
cease and be determined until the State of North
Carolina shall rcinstatc the Petersburg Rail Road
Company in all the privileges granted them in the
several acts passed for their benefit by the said
State, or until tho Legislature OF Virginia shall
otherwise direct: Provided ho,perer That this sec.
ton shall not be in force until the Petersburg Rail
Road Company shall gree to the hiyol* secfion of
TINS act, which confers the Board of Public
works the power so to regulate from time to time
me iare Tor passengers each Rail Road between
w eIdon and Baltimore and Weldon md Petcrsburcr
as TO prevent an injurious competitions
s. This act shall be in force from the PASSING
thereof
Relating to the sale of the Portsmouth and Ro-
anoke Rail Road
Juy9 Thtds j. b., Jr., I'd Aud.
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ET@OIPJ1 AN EtO9J8T,
CITY OF WASHINGTON, NEAR THE TREASU.
RY BUILDING

FsNHE subscriber, having fully prepared and re-
Il plGnIshed his well known Hotel, renewedlv SO.
icits the patronage of his friends and the public
his tables will always he supplied with The best the
season affords; and whilst no effort will be shared
to give cntlre satisfaction his terms will be found
so mode rate as to command attention from rcsi-
dents and strangers. There are several cleoantlv
furnished suites of apartments and single rooms
ready for immediate occupation Those who wish
permanent board will find il hiph,v odvan,o c,eos
TO call. For persons having business with the De-
partmens the location of the Hotel is most convc
hent. Foreigners Will find their language spoken
ar this house land their comforts strictly consider
ed. Parties accommodated with refreshments of
all kinds at the shortest notice. Dinners sent 10 ali
parts of the city usual. l.. GALABRITS
WASHINGTON CRY, July Pm
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PUBLIC HOTELS. &c.
OLD POINT HOTEL

lisiihls try, will be opened FOR visitors on the
lStI.s81S LIST of June.
S@e-s-A Since tho last season n beautiful
Building has been erected, fronting three hundred
and ten feet, and very many alterations and i'm.
provemonts have been made in other respects The
grounds have been much improved, fine walks
made TO the Bath Houses and for those W no prefer
Surf-bathing, no place can present a finer beach
No expense has been spared to render this for com.
Tort and pleasure in every respect the first place
IN the country. The beauty of the scenery and the
salubrity of the climate together with the va rous
sources OF interest and amusement make this the
most attractive place in the Union.
The walks in and around the Fort, together with
the music of the splendid Band, arc alone we'll
worth visit here. Situated on the Chcsapeal,e
BAY, on the great line of travel between the North
and South, 1t offers agreeable visiting place TO
those going North.
Il is within ID hours of New York, IS of Ph:la-
deiphla IL OF Baltimore, Washiu gtion, Alexandria
and Annapolis, of Rio hmond and Petersburg a nd
within hour OF Norfolk and Portsmouth, thereby
enabling persons engaged in active business To-
place their families in one of the most healthy and
agreeable spots in the whole country where they
can be united at any time within a few hours .
Throughout the Summer from 7 to 10 of the finest
class Steamboats, touch here daily, moving in every
direction, offering every facility for reaching here
or getting away, and from the chea pness of the
iare' holding out great inducements 20 travel
The services OF active efficient a gents have
been procured. and no excrtons will he spared to
render comfortable, all who may favor us with
iheir company. JAMES 5. FRENCH. .
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THE STEAMER AUGUSTA.

a cSx-v, The Richmond and Petersburg Il.
s2z.c r. Cars, vii hereafter leave Richmond
'a-aE's-.sE- every SATURDAY MORNING at s
o'clock, Tor Port Wa!thall; when the passengers
VIII take passage in the Augusta for Old Point or
any intermediate place. Returning the Augusta 4
Will leaae Norfolk at o'clock ON Sunday morning
nas5engers whenever required This arrange. ent
Viii continue during the season at Old Point
WIN. III. GARNETT & co.
EiHR Agents.
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TERMS OF ADVERTISING.

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Advertisements ordered i'm only once or twice
week, will be charged 90 cents per SQUARE ior the
hrst insertion, and 314 cents for each subsequent
insertion.
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MAY 9.
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TERMS OF THE OLD DoMISios, (wEEKLY.)
0ne copy 50 per year--by Mail. l
by the Carrier, SIS 80.
G5>To be paid in advance.
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PORTSMOUTH BOOT AND SHOE

81 The Subscriber grateful for the
Eo3 patronage heretofore so literally ex-
ca. VI 1MStended to him, would in this public
"a manner return his thanks for the
Sf'Ss~ same, and inform them that he has
MADE some valuable improvements in the manu-
iactnre OF BOOTS SHOES. His Stock OF LEATH.
Elk of all kinds, caunot be surpassed.n this or any
other market for durability and beauty of finish
whiie his Workmen equal to, if not superior to
the best He trusts that tested his work
the public will CALL AGAIN.
Two or three first rate Hands, for Boots or Shoes
would md Immediate and constant en- loyme
by applying soon.
The most prompt attention given as usual to all
orders, and no disappointment. Recollect that the
money LETT In his Establishment, is expended in the
Iown' and goes to the support of our me-
chanics, and tradesmcn. F. HOFFMAN,
Buffers New Building, Craw ford Street
n b.. few BOARDERS will be taken by the
Subscriber, by the year, month or week, on m ode
rate terms. Dec 9
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STEAMBOAT ADVERTISEMENT
FOR OLD POINT.
TWO TRIPS EVERY SUNDAY,

HNE1 . NONDNI
The steamer OSCEOLA
IL -.--LtA will leave Wright's Wharf
,L IL 49, Norfolk, touching nj Ports.
- mouth, every SUNDAY,
ct half past O'Clock. a. NJ, and nj 5 o'clock
p. NJ.
Returning she will leave Old Poins at 0 o'clock
a. NJ aud at O'Clock, p. NJ
w. Passage, to 30 and return % cents Colorcd
persons VIII be charged the same Slaves not al
lowed on board without written permission from
their owners. "
Passage will be taken at the gangwav. and N as
scnEers are particularly requested to provide them
serves with change. MITCHELL. Captain
N H. Weather permitting, the Osceola will
IN the evening, extend her trip towards the Capcs
June IL 'P'S'
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- WHEELER, Attorney and Counsellor at
~. Law, Portsmouth, Va
o. Office in Bourke's New BUILDING HIGH street
where he will be pleased to see all persons hayinr
business in the line of his profession Sen is
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DANIEL $. CHERRY, Manufacturer and
- Dealer in Stoves, Iron, Copper and Tin Ware,
&c, &c, corner of High and Crawford streets,
r"'tHmoutn, va. Jan l3