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Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

REMOVAL OF TRooPs +. Of I'd
Reg. Artillery, under command of Capt
Charles s. Marchant, stationed at Fort Adams
has just received orders to proceed forthwith
to Fort Columbus, New York. Whether they
will or will not be ordered from thence to
Mexico, is a matter of doubt. We believe this ia
the only Company of U. s. troops at presen,
remaining on the sea board.
Since writing the foregoing, we learn that
the above Company embarked on board the
Roger Williams yesterday afternoon for Prov.
idence, whence they will proceed via the
Stonington Rail Road, and the steamer Ore.
gon from Stonington to New York.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

END OF THE MoRMoS WAR-The St. Louis
Union Extra, of the 10Th inst, informs us that
the latest Mormon war has been brought to %
close by compromise, under which the be-
siegcd Tor those Of them who have taken part
in hostilities) agree to leave Nauvoo and the
State, within five days. The number is esti-
mated at from three to five hundred, and but
about 100 of them are Mormons. No property
has been destroyed, and the number of killed
and woroded in the various skirmishes, is
supposed to have been small
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

The last session of Congress cost the country
IN round numbers, seven hund ed and fifty
thousand dollars The pay and mileage ofmem
bers was over 10000 dollars and The compen-
>aion OF officers and clerks about A0,0OO The
printing bill was rising 100000, one alrofwhich
at least was glorious waste OF money. Butlhe
mere hrs, cost ofthiS Congress is an insignificant
item, compared with the monslrous mischief and
expense which some of lis acts have brough,
upon ibe country. Almost 40 millions of dollars
were Appropriated to preparations for war; inclu.
ding The appropriations for the naval service
Notifications, support of the army, and about
p, 900 0O0 for the immediate prosecution of tho
war with Mexico And we may feel ourselves
fortunate, fthis unnecessary and inglorious war
does no, cost FIVE times twenty-five millions
Bangor covy. -.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

COPPER MINE IN RHODE IsLAND.-The Tower
Till Mining Co. is the name of n company
which has been formed in Boston for the purpose
Of workinga copper mine in Cumberland, in This
state. The existence OF copper ore in this vicini-
y has long been known, and the mine was open
ed and worked before the revolutionary war but
has been for many years abandoned. About
four thousand pounds Of ore were taken from
he shaft last week, and the best of il yields as
largely as 20 per cent. Of copper.-Pror. Jour.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01
Major General u. TAYLOR,
U. 5. Army.
HEAD QUARTERS, Army OF Occupation.
CAMARGo, August Both, 1916.

HEAD QUARTERS, Army OF Occupation.
CAMARGo, August 3Mh, 1916. !
SIR,
Your letter Of July llth, accompany
ing the resolutions of the General Assembly of
Rhode is and relative to the recent services of
the Army on the Rio Grande, has been rcceiv-
cd
shall take an early OCCASION when the corps
OF the Army, now separated, are again united
to communicate 10 them the highly compliment
tary resolutions of the General Assembly. In
the meantime, be pleased to accept their sin
cere acknowledgements for the honor thus con-
ierred. In future conflicts it will not weaken
their arms or cause them to meet danger with
less compusure to know that al home their repu-
taton Is thus carefully esteemed and cherished.
In conclusion permit me, sir, 10 join you in the
hope that an honorable settlement of The exist
ing difficulty with Mexico" may soon take place.
The Army of Occupation can have no higher
wish than, TO believe that their operations have
contributed 10 such result
have the honor to remain, Sir,
with the highest regard.
your most Obd'l Servant,
z. TAYLOR, Major General,
u. ). A. Comd'g.
His Excelency RynoN DlMAN,
Governor of Rhode Island,
providence, RI
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01
His EScellency ByRoN DlMAN,
Governor of Rhode Island,
providence, x. ].

L,r.cu. "A beautiful new schooner called the
PLANTER, was launched in fine style from Gran.
dall's shp-yard on Saturday morning last. She
is about $50 tons burrhen. sG feel in length, 26
feet beam, and feet depth of hold. she is
owned by MeSSrs. J. n u. Cage, of Louisiana,
and the master Capt. James lawless, of This
town, and is intended as packet between New
Orleans and Grand Caiou She is very subs.
tanially built, Of fine model, and is altogether,
a superior vessel Of her class T 10.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

The several Religious societies in town
have recently had those social gatherings
called "Pic Mes" composed oftheir Sun
day Schools, Teachers, and others -
Not being able to attend any of them, we
have therefore omitted to give a more
particular notice of them. The follow
ing description of the Methodist epic
Mic" is the only one of the number which
has been furnished us.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01
From the N. .. Pic. Sept. 90

The Washington Union states that the pro-
position from the Mexican government for ex.
changing Commander Carpenter Of the Trux-
ton, his officers and men, for Gen. La Vega,
and the other officers taken with him, was not
declined by Commodore Conner, and that IN.
.tructons have been sent on by our govern.
ment, which will lead to the proposed ex.
change.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

AcquirTAL OF SpEScER.-The trial at Jer-
sey city of Spencer, accused of the murder Of
his wife, terminated on Sunday afternoon by .
verdict of " not guilty" During the argu-
ment on Saturday, Smith scuddcr, Esq, of
Elizabcthtown, New Jersey, a distinguished
member Of the bar, and father Of the District
Attorney, who was conducting the case, died
IN the court room, Of apoplexy.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

SAP hccipsSr At NhNrucxrT-On'
"Wednesday last, a very decreasing accident
occUucd at Slssconsct accompanied with loss
oi life. AZ Capt. Isaac Chase. who was one
Of family party Spending 'hr day nj Si"scon-
-r,, was drawing loaded gun out or = cart,
The lock wa caugh, by some article there.
aud the gun went ofT discha'g'ng ns entire
contents into his side. This dreadful acct
dent occurred nbou, 4 r. ". and Capt. Chn'e
died br,wcer aud 8 o'clsck the sswe eve
ing .Nanf fnq
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

TBEY 'oMr THEv COVE The Baltimore
american saws that within the las, Two or three
days no less than Twelve hundred and htly.ninc
Immigrants have arrived nj the port OF Balli.
more. They are mostly from Germany and
land on our shores in good health. Generally
,pcaking, they pursue the wise course OF making
10 lorrylng in that city, hut push forward TO
heir ultimate destination, the cheap and iertIe
lands of the West.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

SEcREr roR FARMER's WIrr-While ths
milking of your cows il going on, let your
pans be placed in a kettle Of boiling water
Strain the milk into one Of the pans taken
hot from the kettle, and cover the same with
mother OF these pans, aud proceed in like
manner with the whole n:ess Of milk, and you
will find that you will have double the guam
lity Of good rich cream, and TINT you will get
double the quantity of sweet, delicious butter.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

advance, lest il should be "inconvcnicnt foT
her 10 wait for the whole sum" The terms
next January, will be The CALIFORNIA; and
tho Rio Grande.
Should The war be pursued nno'her year
the terms will be The twenty second parallel
of latitude ~ The Southern boundary of the
rrri,ory oi the United States. That may
satisfy the people of the United States ioT
The present century.
THE tenor Of the article in the Union IS
so fully and distinctly presented IN our cor
respondents letter that we do not think II
necessary to reproduce the former
From the N. o. Pic. Sept. 20.
We have conversed with an officer OF the
Kentucky volunteers direct from Camurgo.-
lie snys that II is reasonable to estimate .he
number Of The sick to twenty men To each
company of volunteers that the disease from
which they suffer most is dlarrhGa, which
seems to battle the skill ofthe surgeons (; aud
that there Ore no ievers prevailing. unless OF
a very mild type.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

ESoLIsH MEDiATIos.-A Washington letter
in the Philadelphia U. 8. Gazette on Saturday
confirms the rumor that the Cabinet has de-
termined TO decline The offer Of mediation OF
The British government in relation to tho war
with Mexico. with due courtesy. II is TO be
presumed, therefore, that the dispatches Of
Mr.. Pakenhnm, by the steamer Of the LIST Of
October, will transmit the polite rejection Of
the mediation on the part Of our government.
The rensons for refusing il are, that il nc.
knowledges the principle of European inter.
ference in affairs Of this continent and this
country, with which we have been, at various
times threatened and more especially-of iato
by NJ. Guizot that the President has alrcndy,
IN message to Congress, declared his policy on
this subject, and rebuked any European in
reference in our conceTns that in regard to
England, her mediation lays tins foundation,
according 10 her own practice ofan armed in.
ierven,on, in case Of any dispute or misunder-
standing upon tho subjects Of mediation, or
tho construction Of treaty founded upon il;
and that, in the present case, mediation is un-
necessary, ihnsmnch as the Mexican Govern
mrnt is in possession Of the terms upon which
the United States arc disposed to make peace.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

~ The Mackerel Fishermen that have ar.
rived al ihis port and Dennis, have brought il
moderate IareS The number and quality OF
the rnackerel inspected, compares very nearl,
with The inspection IN 1874 large quantity
generally OF poor quality laid over last yeai
and has effected prices. We think mackerel
will be higher al the close of the fishing season
yarmouth Register.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

ON CoLoNY REpUELicAs.-This il tho
title Of a new weekly paper, OF large dimen-
sions, which has just come to us from Tann-
ton, Mass. It's published by Messrs. Hack.
King and Howard. II is we'll filled and 10
Whig in politics. and promises to be an able
advocate in the good cause.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

Empire Club in New York, a notorious band of
poll lc1l hravlcrS and ruflianS, and who has
been rewarded for his services by situation in
the uSlom House, has given offence to his as
SociateS in the Club, and has been handled
without gloves in some resolutions passed at q
meeting Of tho members.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

The Great Western had not arrived at New
York, on Tuesday. She had been out II days,
during which time she must have experience d
some very severe weather. The telegraphc
communication at Boston on Sunday, an
nouncing her arrival, was of course hoax, or
something else.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

About 90 of the volunteers who went out to
he Rio Grande from Baltimore, returned on
Monday having been discharged for sickness.
fhey had moreover, "seen the elephant" and
were perfectly satisfied
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

Mr.. Robert Dennis this place, has been ap-
pointed by the Secretary oflhe Treasury, Keep
er Of Dutch Island Light House, in place Of
Mr. VIM. p. Babcock, removed. Mr. ID. was
removed by Tyler i; will be recollected soon
after receiving his appointment about two years
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

gentleman in Virginia, aged lO3 years, has
just completed a pedestrian tour of 800 mile
through The west. II is supposed that he wen.
to look for an eligible location to settle for life
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

MAisE.-Two more Wing Representatives
were elected in Portland on Monday-onc
loco in Scarborough. The House now stands
43 wings to 45 locos. Two wings in Bangor
will tie the House
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

The Cattle Show nt Kingston to-day and
70 morrow will be well attended, if reports
speak true. We hear Of n number who in
tend gong or have gone from this quarter.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

5J The steamboat "Perry" and "Roger vii
lams," have both adopted new arrangements.
See advertisements.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01
Last Of Officers.

John Hall, lieut.. commanding pro tenn
X. N. Stembel, Lieutenant.
J. II. NJ. Mullany, do.
;. ID. Trenchard, acting master.
Edward J, Rutter, surgeon.
Edward Donaldson, passed mdshpman.
Francis X Murray, do do.
). }. Ricketts,, captains clerk
Benjamin +. Ricketson, masters mate.
Ihaddeus X. Barber, purscr's steward.
John O'Bren, surgeons steward.
is understood tha, this mans name was Council
his friends live in Philadelphia.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01
From the Bristol phenix.

g-r Through the poliieness of his Excelen.
les of the following letters relative to the reSou-
tons of thanks to Gen. TAYLOR, and the Officers
and Soldiers of the Army of occupation, passed
at the June Session of the General! Assembly OF
this State: -
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND, SC.
EXECUTIVE DrpApTMENr }
July IL, lS46.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01

C. The U. s. Frigate Constitution, from
the Pacific via Rio de Janeiro. arrived at
Boston on Sunday.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1846-10-01


In compliance with request of the
General Assembly of this State, have The hon
or to forward to you the accompanying Resolu-
lionS. In performing this pleasing duty, EN-.
brace the opportunity ofespressing my full con-
currence in the sentiments of the General AS
is 'mbly, as contained in their Resolutions. You
will please communicate the same to the gal a nj
Officers and soldiers under your command in
such manner as you shall deem most expedien,.
lr the hope that an early and honorable set.
Element OF The existing difficulties with Mexico
will terminate the war, and return you and your
brave companions to your country, family and
friends,
have the honor to be very
respectfully, Sir, your obi Servt,
BYRON OMAN.
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evidently calculated thus:-In all probability the men
under my command and under Aristas will Just
they always have when brought against Americans and
run away in that case all the baggage of the army will
fall into the hands Of the Americans and along with it,
BY taking my traps if become a prisoner of war, my
personal apparel will be with great convenience
in travelling His foresight commands admiration.
The three volunteers who were recently drowned in
the Rio Grande belonged to the Pneala Van Guards of
Alabama. Their names were James r. Tankersly l..
F. Downey and ID. w. Ball.
late letter to the New Orleans Commercial Time
contains the following with regard the his
tory and character OF Paredes the P of the Next
can Republic:
Authentic reached Matamoras yesterday,
that Paredes would certainly be at Monterey avenge
the defeats of the sh and 9th OF May He is brave man.
enerprisng stubborn, and with much of the prestige
belong to high personal prowess in the field He
natural of Mira, by priest who shone both in field
and church of courage, genius and resolution
of purpose in the of 1914 lie has transmitted most
of these virtues to his son and if he finds him.
sell at the head of body of Mexican troops he will give
us batte.n
To this the Savannah Republican adds interesting
description of the wife of Paredes:
" Paredes is however not more remarkable soldier
than is his wife heroine captain in the American
well and favorably known in this city who is in
tmatey acquainted with the Mexican President informs
that his wife is remarkable for her great GOODNESS
danger well as her unwaverng devotion to Paredes
She always accompanies the army horseback, and
several occasions has been known dress her husbands
wounds with her own hands on the field Of battle
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SHx FOR MADEIRA The fne fast sailing ship
MN MEDORA will sail for the above port on or about
1k,he 10Th proximo. having fine ACCOMMODATIONS Tor
Can handsomely provide for IS For terms OF
freight passage having pr o. her csEc snsa
iva iw.r III Fulton street.
Skk FOR DLAsGOW-The new, first cias. snip
M42\ ARVIJM $40 tons, H. Robinson, MASTER having
of her cargo engaged. will mcetwith despatch
For balance OF freight having excellent accom-
or to - wy Woodruff MINTURN,
jyH Soum sueee
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Army InfeIIIyence.

James A. Ashby, late Major in the u s. Army is dead
lie was in the Florida war and rendered distinguished
service his country at the close of the campaign
was compelled 70 tender the resignation of his
on account OF Ill health He also member Of the
Charleston bar and at one period in the Legislature
OF South Carolina.
Light Company B, ath Regiment U. s Artillery pass
ed Vicksburg on the 18th inst, board the steamboat
Helen, the route via San Antonio de Bexar fer the
seat of war, Mexico The company is lis strong, and
has SO horses and six pieces OF artillery. The officers
are-Capt J. NJ Washington, 4th Artillery comm and
ing Assistant Surgeon, c. NJ. Hitchcock LIST Lieuten-
ant, J. r. j. 0Bren LIST Lieutenant I. L. Brent and
Lieutenant H. NJ: Whiting. This company left Carlisle
barracks Pennsy lvania, the 25h Of June, and en-
barked at Wheeling, Virginia, the 9TH July for Match
itoches. Louisiana.
The Detroit advertiser, says the barracks this
city are garrisoned by about twenty camp women.
Mackinsc has part of compsny-Sault Ste Marie, IL
men-Copper Harbcr, away off in the wild country
none--Green Bay, Done--Fort winnebago, none Ali
the economy of the federal government is expended
the north all the money is lsvished at the south Pub.
lie property here worth half million, has not the pro.
lection of a single ordnance sergeant even
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1846-08-03

THE MOST DELIGHTFUL OF ALL
" EXCURSIONS.
xA - A SAIL across the Hudson river to Hobo
ken, and then walk to the Elysian Fields
49, along the exceedingly picturesque shores Of
the place. will the most easily accomplished and as
all that be made from the city
The grounds present charming aspect the trees DO
ing in leaf, and the soil covered with rich turf.
The walks excellent order having been considerably
ems ellished the present spring. -
On pleasant afternoon there will be IN attendance
the Cobnnade Eysan Fields excellent Band Of Music,
which will perform selections from the favore Operas popu-
lar airs, Marches waltzes, &c.
The Ferry Boat. from Barclay Canal and Christopher s
Night Boats from Hoboken Barclay street until
o'clock. -
Ferriage 6k cents. MI smsf
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Naval Intelligence.

SEAMES THE lSpsPEspENcE.-We learn that con.
siderable difficulty is found in enlising this
ship at III port very few offering though the wages
died seamen IL for ordinary and 10 for hsndn Phi
ladelphia the business of enlstng ia going on
with great and drafts Of one hundred have been
made from that city for the independence. body of %
marines from the South for the independence marched
through our streets this morning. Trauellcr
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DIsrREssINa CAsuALTy-A young man by the name
Of - white, who has been for several years engaged
breakman upon the Western Railroad, met his death
yesterday by most unfortunate accident He was upon
the freight train, and just IL leaving Undertook
he stepped between two loaded with lumber which
came together, crushing his head frighuulIy lie was
killed instantly.--.dLJanp Journal
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As Cen La Vega is destined to be lion in this coun-
try long continues with Mexico II Is no
than just to hold up all his to the admiration
Of the gaping public Gen La Vega is a shrewd man.
his personal baggage was in Aristas camp New Vega
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The chihuahua Expedition.

Capt. Washington OF the u s. Artillery he passed by
Vicksbug the 10Th inst. furnished the editor OF the
Sentinel statement of the force which destined pro-
coed via San Antonio de Bexar to chihuahua and part
which were on their way wit hm.-The force will be
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RAILROADS., &C.

LONG ISLAND kAlLkOAD COMPAN.
SUMMER ENHANCEMENT .
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EXPENDITURES.
The expenditures for the same period were, viz.
Civil list, miscellaneous, and for
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SGxS FOR Lls ERPOOL--New Llne--Heguiar Packet
M3\ Of 2ist Augustine sailing packet ship
1911! vERPOOL, lI5o tons burthen. Capt. John Ell
bridge, will sail AZ above, her regular day.
For freight having elegant and superior accom-
mcdatons apply board side Of Burning Slip
WOODHULL MINTURN. 81 South street.
Price OF passage tl0e.
The packet ship Queen OF the West tons burthen
Captain Phillip WooAouse, will succeed the Liverpool and
sail on her regular day, aist September iva
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1846-05-14
BY MAGNETIC TELEGRAPH

BALTINoRK Wednesday Morning.
The SENATE adjourned at helfpast o'clock-aitef
passing the House bill, so 10 @
All efforts to change the Preamble failed, and all
the amendments adopted in Committee passed
The principal amendment was TO transfer the ap-
pointnen, of officers of the Volunteer Troops from
the President TO the Governors OF the respective
States. There were some other slight amendments
relating to equipments &c.
vote separately on Preamble and Bill so to allow
his friends to vote the supplies who were opposed
to the spirit of the Preamble. The Ftcs President
decided that not in order, except by unanimous
consent.
Tba, consent seemed likely TO be given, whom
Mr.. BREzsE objected. Being strongly appealed 10
from several quarters he with drew it, but MIR BAG
By renewed the objection and would not yield
Mr.. MAsouN then rose, and, in noble and man
ly style, said he was in favor of the bill and would
vote for it, bu, entered bis solemn protest agains.
the allegations In the Preamble.
Mr. CLAYTON and other Wings followed in q
similar strain, when the vote was taken
/ cannot learn who were the two Nays, but
DAVIS. T. CLAYTON, BERRIEs and CALHous re
fused to record their names
The HOUSE had taken a recess Of half an hour,
and will doubtless on reassembling concur in the
amendments of the Senate.
Looking over New Orleans papers, l find iha,
Ampudie has distributed his proclamation through
the American camp.