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THE TAX ON FOREIGN POISONOUS
Es DRINKS H

We Law before our readers this morning
statement of the tax imposed by the new tariff
law upon foreign poisonous drinks--alcoholic
liquors. Its compared with the tax laid upon
the same things by the law Of l842. We are
indebted for this statement and comparison 20
the Treasury Official table published in the
Union newspaper Of the lst and End inst
Alcoholic drinks Law Of 1912; Law of lS46f
Brandy, sl34 10 on every 800 500 do do
Other Spirits
or l.5asiru dist;sd from sl43 So do do 500 do do
grain,
Other Spirits
manufactured AGO. a., u. s,on !, y,
distilled from - - . - =,
other materials
This exhibit furnishes a theme for reflection.
Here we see the government Of the United
States that boasts of their enlightment, contin-
uing in existence the policy Of raising money
for the public expenses by imposing a'tax up
on the consumption Of foreign alcoholic sub
stances or poisons. Nor is this all. The new
law has lessened the tax on brandy and other
splrituous liquors with view 10 the encour-
agement Of their use and corresponding in
crease of the revenue. flo af
The friends of abstinence from the use OF
alcoholic drinks, will see in this perseverance
of the Legislature in the policy Of raising rev
enue from the importation Of foreign spirtu-
Gus liquors and in lowering the existing tax
upon them. but little 70 hope for from the ex-
istence Of the legislative power in behalf Of
their exertions 10 put a stop to the waste Of
human life, caused by taking into the stomach
the "wa,er OF fire." When we consider that
legislative action upon any given subject is an
expression Of the state Of public sentiment, it
is plain from the deliberations and action of
The present Congress upon the question, that
the public sentiment in regard to the cause Of
abstinence from use Of spirituous liquors, is
very tar from being in harmony with the prin-
ciples Of that cause. This consideration there
fore, and the fact that the Legislature has JUS
reenacled into law the policy Of taxing foreign
sprituous liquors at such a rate as 10 encour-
age their use, should arouse the friends of alb
stinence to renewed exerlions throughout the
whole Union to teach and practice their doc
trines with such zeal, purity and prudence as 10
convert a majority Of the people 10 the truth
In the matter. Then, and not till then, will
the pages Of the Stature Book be purged from
all laws giving bounty to promote the con
sumption af foreign spurious poisons. 5
tu- Our valued correspondent X. Y. will
The Columbian fountain., 1846-09-05

xSs STRAYED or stolen from the sub
scriber a white cow with black spots
on her sides and black spotted neck
2AnnA. and head, and each ear, marked with
cut. Any person returning or giving information
where the said cow may be found will be liberaly
rewarded by the undersigned. /.
Washington D. G. JOHN w. FERGI SON.
3t-eod Mr.. Blagdens wharf
near the Navy Yard
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HEAVY ROBBERY. John Armstrong, a mer-
chant from Pittsburg, was robbed on the 23d
ult. in New Orleans, while stopping at the
Kentucky House, of nearly 5000 $1,000 Of
which was a bill Of exchange drawn by Robb
& Hoge, on a banking house in Philadelphia
John Lewis, alias David Lucas, well known
TO the police, was found on his person, a
twenty dollar bill and sovereign of which
were recognised by Wilson as part Of the mo-
ney paid by him to Mr.. Armstrong. The draft
was fortunately picked up by man working
on the Levee, and returned to the house OF
Robb and Hoge. 1t was no doubt dropped
there by one of Lewis's accomplices Lewis
is now in prison.
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EVERY MAN HIS OWN LAWYER. The Stale
Convention of New York. on Monday, got as
far as lhe 9th section Of the article on the Ju-
dietary. The 9TH section was amended, on mo-
tion OF Mr.. Strong, 10 permit any citizen over
II years OF age, to practice law in the courts
of that State, and thus adopted. H
The Columbian fountain., 1846-09-05

The Wing Standard should receive the sup
port of the people of Allegany. Ii is devoted
to their interests, and is published at the low
price of ST per year.
We advise all good and true men, who, en-
courage the Baltimore Sun, to discontinue it.
lake the Standard. Let the free traders, 54 40
men, and sub treasurers, support their own or
gan.-Cum. Civilian.
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On Monday, as the cars from Springfield,
Mass, were entering Cabotyille, girl, who
had left the mills but minute previous, got
on the track, and was run over by the cars,
which took one leg completely of, and cut her
body nearly in two. She.gaye shrek or two,
raised herself up a little, and fell back dead
The Columbian fountain., 1846-09-05

We regret TO hear of the reduction of (25
per cent? of the wages of the laborers of the
Maryland Mining Company The announce
ment may, possibly. be premature, but we
have every confidence in ii. @
How long Mount Savage may be able to
stem the current, it is impossible 10 tell We
hope for the best VIM
The beginning is before us, but the end is
not yet!'-Ib.
The Columbian fountain., 1846-09-05

MR. Editor In looking over your paper TO
day am astonished at finding no letter from
The Columbian fountain., 1846-09-05

m ARREST OF RoBBERs. The police Of Balti,
more have arrested five persons, male and fe-
male, who have been engaged in the recen,
robberies in that city.
Goods were discovered sufficient 10 fill a
large room, consisting of mutifarious articles;
every thing in fact that the robbers could oon-
veniently carry away; clothing, furniture, um-
brellas, canes, musical instruments, and jewel
rY. -
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Brandy,
Other Spirits 1
manufactured
or distilled from
grain, ]
Other Spirits !
manufactured |
or distilled from
other materials |
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There is future to all who would have
the virtue 10 repent and the energy to atone.'
Bulwer,
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Affairs in China.

We find the currency in the Hong Kong
Register and the China Mail is in dol.
lars and cents; thus w. III. Franklin an +.
nounces that passage in his steamer
from Hong Kong to Canton is Sl2, and
in the Storage Sc: and freight of treas.
,ure 1-6 per cent. The Aforesaid Mr..
Franklin, who is an auctionecr, announ-
ces that, she has been favored with in.
structions to put up to public competition, y
valuable lot of ground. He also adver-
tises to sell condemned stores of the A.
merican navy, among which are 4 900 lbs
OF sour circuit. which ought TO have been a
good article, in being useful in preventing
scuIvy. China imports from Plnang,
Madras piece goods, opium, rice, bullocks,
teak timbers, bird's feathers, white birds
nests, nutmegs, rattans, betel nuts; biehc
de mer, elephants teeth, tin, fish maws,
buffalo hides, dragons blood and cordage,
besides specie.
We have no doubt that the war be.
tween England aud China has resulted to
the benefit of both, as it has given Eng
land some valuable possessions, while
China has learned practically, that the
'ouiside barbarians' are rather more for
midable than they were taken to be. The
people of Canton still hold out against the
admission of foreigners. Having esca.
ped the ravages of war during the con.
test with England by paying large
ransom to save the city from being plum
dered by the British soldiery-they are
ignorant of the horrors which fell upon
some of the Northeastern cities. Even
the Chinese government cannot control
the people of canton, and many OF the
English at Hong Kong are in favor Of
their government taking the city by storm.
They doubtless expect to share in the
plumber, and we apprehend that the Eng.
fish government will CRAFTY them ere
long, by adding another Chinese province
to the colony of Hong Kong. The old
Emperor is very feeble, and preparations
are making for an extensive native insur.
rection at his death. A native Chinese
emperor is desired by the mass ofthe PEG.
pie, and the English are said 10 be look,
ing up a legitimate successor to the ma.
tive dynasty of Ming, which was over.
thrown blythe invasion of the Tartars in
l649, after having existed two hundred
and eighty one years.
Iaou kwang, the name or number by
which the present Emperor is known, is
the sixth 'faltar sovereign of his dynasty.
which has existed one hundred and ninety
seven years, He has several hundred
children, and the Pekin Gazette, the couri
journal, occasionally contains accounts OF
riots or disturbances at the palace, arts.
ling from disputes among the heirs as to
who shall be the next Enperor. Dne d
the Emperos's sons was exposed ii the
Gazette lately. for attempting 10 obtain
the crown BY bribery. Il seems there i
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certain whether had made any progress,
and also, to get within the region ofdark-
ness, that might sleep. This wss speed
lily effected, and to my astonishment the
spot where 1 had repaired, and left twenty
four hours before, was in full view.
But was enabled to make an important
discovery, illustrating the near approach
of these northern people, to the arts and
sagacioils policy of the most civilized ma
tons. The Upinenders had thrown up
powerful breastwork, completely sur
rounding the spot had left. They were
yet busily engaged, and collecting their
forces from all quarters; preparing .tvr
rdr in time o. peace. | remained below
the clouds for the purpose ofsleep, and as
cended above them to enjoy all I could of
day. In this way was at liberty to make
day or night when pleased. And,l Messrs.
Editors, this is between you and myself,
do not wish it to reach the ears of Gov
ernment,) the way | mapped it was eau,
lion. MEMO.
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an electoral college, similar TO the Col
lege of Cardinals at Rome, in which the
Emperor is chosen by ballot, and the
young Tartar prince was attempting to
buy over the votes of the members ofthis
college, in anticipation of his fathers
death. His exposure in the Gazette is
a striking evidence of the freedom of the
press in that country. The Gazette is the
Oldest paper in the world, and is suppos.
ed ohave been commenced several hun
dred years before the discovery of print
ing in Europe. IN. Y Sun, IA
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Ho! what great character is this,
Whose path divides the seas?
As high he rears his ugly form
With king-like dignity. As*
sim great fish," be proudly cries,
"Fhe monarch ofthe waves;
And all who dare invade my realm
Will find them Jonah. graves.
That little speck on yonder wave
Is all my eye can see,
That looks like life-some shark | guess,
Or porpoise ina spree.
So I'll just blow my bellows, now,
And make the ocean bubble,
TO show small FISH whatI can do
Without bit oftrouble.
Along the ocean depths he plows
And leaves his foamy track,
Unconscious oflhe cunning foe
Till ranking in his back,
The harpoon of the sailor boys
Gives him a hint, too late;
That had he frisked and spouted less
He might have escaped mis- fate.
For even as miser wears
A beggers coat about,
Lest thieves might guess his consequence
And find his treasure out;
So he who rides the ocean waves
With such store of oil,
Might better keep his head below
Than be the robbers spoil.
But whales, like men, are very proud
One rises up to spit;
"There, there he is, the whale men cry
"By jove! lucky hit
"l'ma great fish, the monster says,
"What tremendous spout!''
'Look out for me, ye finny tribe,
None dare to cross my route
Just then the boat is lower'd down.
The boys are at his heels,
The weapon penetrates his side
In agony he reels.
No foolish vaunt escapes him now,
But, with an earthquake groan
He yields him to his master Death
l hat brooks no boastful tone.
''Hurrahl hurrahl!' the sailors cry,
"For such lucky haul,'
As fast they pull him to the ship,
Amid the cheers of all.
What burlesque on human strength,
On human pride, and power
The boastful monster of the deep,
Destroyed in one short hour.
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d. III. LITTLE.

sAftorney al Law, and Solicitor IN ChanceIy, viii
attend the Courts regularly, in the Counties q
Win. Kendall, Grundy, and Iroquois. Office, in
Morris G. n. Gruady Co. I'll. etH sS
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OF Such as have virtue always In their
mouth and NEGLECTED. practice il. are like
a harp which emits sound pleasing 70
others while itself is inseusibls to he
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A OCULAR TRUrH.-A highwayman
named BolIand, confined in Newgate,
sent to know how he could defer his trial,
and was answered, Shy getting an apoth-
ecary TO make affidavit Of his illness. ''--
This was accordingly done, inthe follow.
ing manner: 'Tha deponent verify be-
lieVes, that if the said James BolIand is
is obliged TO take his trial atthe ensuing
session, he will be In imminent danger
Of bis life. y To which the learned Judge
on the bench, answered, that he verify
believed be would: 1seas
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tits said that girl in Pittsteld Mass,
was struck dumb by the firing Of a can
non. Since then; q number Of married
men, it is said have invited the artillery
companies to discharge their pieces on
their premises.
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Jus,ics of tina Peace. Office on Chicago street
one door north of HI. loves store. Juliet H.
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A SURvEYoR.-A fellow who had got
"unco' happy" or at least pretty full of
the 'creecher' was spreading himself the
other day alongthe street occasionally d.
verging from right line into mysterious
obiiquities, and swinging his legs after
him as he .surged from one side off
pavement to the other, when couple of
saoans passedby: sWhatin the world is
thatfellow about, " said one.., ssWhy,ma.
king Typographical survey" said the
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1846-05-22
PRESIDENTS MESSAGE.

10 The Senate and House Representatives
The existing state OF the relations between
the United States and Mexico, renders it proper
that | should bring the subject to the consld-
Grafton OF Congress. In my message at the
commencement of your present session, the
state OF these re a,ions, the causes which led 10
the suspension of diplomatic Intercourse be-
tween the two countries in March, ISIS aud
the long-contiuued and unredressed wrongs and
injuries committed by the Mexican government
on citizens of the United States in their per-
sons and property, were briefly set forth.
AS the facts and opinions which we're then
laid before you were carefully considered,
cannot better express my present convictions OF
the condition OF affairs up to that time, than BY
referring you TO that communication.
The strong desire to establish peace will,
MeNlco on liberal and honorable terms, and the
readiness OF this government to regulate and ad
Just the boundary and other causes of difference
with that power on such fair and equitable
principle as would lead to permanent relations
OF the most friendly nature, induced me in Sep
TENDER last to seek the reopening OF dipomatiC
relations between the two countries. Every
measure adopted on our par, had for its object
the iurherance of these desirable results. In
communicating to Congress a succinct state
ment of The injuries we had suffered from Mex
leo, and which have been accunulaling during
period OF more than twenty years, every ex-
presson that could tend TO lniiim the peop c
Of Mexico, or defeat or delay pacific result, was
carefully avoided. An Envoy of the Il. States
repaired to Mexico with full powers TO adjust
every existing difference. But though present
on the Mexican soil,by agreement between the
two governments, invested with full poAers
and bearing evidence OF the most friendly DIS
positions, his mission has been unavaIling Inc
Mexican government not only refused to receive
him, or listen to his propositions, but, after
long continued series Of menaces, have at las'
invaded our territory aud shed the blood OF oul
| felow.ctizeus on our own soil.
| 1t now becomes my duty to state more IN de
tail the orgn progress and failure OF that mis-
sion. In pursuance of the instructions given II
September last, an inquiry was made, on The
thirteenth OF October, ls45, in the most irlendll
terms, through our consul in Mexico, OF the Min
lsler OF foreign affairs, whether the Mexican 60
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to present greater securities or advancement
and permanence than the former ones. Gen.
Almonto has resigned his post as Minister Of
War, and has been succeeded by General
Tornel; and these charges, occurring so
shortly after the formation of the Cabinet,
have given rise to disrust and speculation.
The law for calling together the new Con-
gress, or the Convocation as it is called, has
been published it provides for the election
of 100 deputies, of which the clergy, COM
mercc, and military, each send 20 members.
Its further provisions would not be interest
ing, more especially as it is an extremely
verbose document. 1t seems to have given
satisfaction at all events it has been re-
ceived with the usual apathy, and will be
carried ont until some newer plan is struck
out by some new advon,urer.
Among the singular features presented by
tho late revolution is the appearance Of "A
monsrchical party here, whose cause is sus-
tanned by new paper established for that
purpose, called the TEMPO. It's articles
have been written with singular vieor and
ability, and are attributed 10 Don Lucas Ala.
man, name known TO many in Europe, and
formerly member of the Government. But
in the specuations Of this party on the advan-
tages of a monarchy and the choice of TO-
reign Prince TO rule over them, they forget
that there must BIZ two parties to bargain.
Few Princes would accept so procarlous a
crown as Mexico would be, unless Europe,
in spite of the clustering of the United States,
should at once in this disturbed republic
adopt and maintain the policy of armed in
tervontion, and scad 10000 bayonots to
maintain him.
Il is supposed that General Paroles favors
this consolidation Of affairs, and his opinion
will have great weight; he is weII-mean-
ing man, and although not supposed to be a
man oftalent, his integrity and honest intcn-
lions have never been questioned.
That he has influence, the quick result of
hi, late political movement is proof; but
to capliyate these sons of Spanish origin so
much vcrbisge is obliged to be used in pro-
iessions Of faith preyio sly, that expectations
are raised hat some important changes and
improvements are Immediately to follow
revolution; then comes disappointment and
dissatisfaction, and already pnquiet spirits
arc beginning to fomant new projects. do
not think we shall have an outbreak soon,
bur It sill arrive, aud it will be "A contest for
principles formerly it has merely been
struggle for military succession, but grow
ing spirit is springing up of inquiry and dis
casson, which must bring into collision mat
ter and mind. w.
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should remain on the plant as long as they
look fresh and growing; when near the time
for taking up, the top may be cut of an inch
above the crown of the root, and " i'll be en-
celent food for cows and pigs"
The proportional value of hay, potatoes,
Swedish turnips, and bects, for feodinn cat
tie, according to Enhof, whose statements
Thaer found to agree with his own expert
ments, is as follows: Is tons of mangod-
wurzcl are equal to Is tons of rnta baga or
z l-2 tons of potatoes, or 81 tons of good
meadow hay but it must be observed that
the amount Of roots named may be grown
on one acre, whereas the hay named would
require two or three acres, OF all the roots
named, the beet is considered the least cx-
haustlng. The sugar beet is the most nuir-
tious.-New England Farmer.
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CONGRESS-MoNDAY, Nav II.

In the Senate to day, as soon as the Journal
had been read, the following message from the
President Of the United States was received
and road
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The following information as TO the state
Of affairs in Mexico, from correspondent
Of the London Times, under present circum-
stances possesses some INTEREST,"
True Democrat. (Paulding, Miss.) 1845-18??, 1846-03-18

An Empire on which The SIN nerey
sets This beautiful figure, representing
vast empire will, it seems apply TO the
United States the moment Oregon is "an.
nexed," The Newburyport Herald saws /.
Should we ever extend our possessions
over North Oregon, as far as the Boman.
zoit Mountains, near the SEVENTEEN paraI
lei, we shall reach that latitude where the
sun does not set in summer. Near the
mountains, in summer, the sun appears TO
stand as still as il did in the days of Joshua.
In June it's twenty-five degrees above the
horizon at midnight" and The only mode
oil knowing that 1t is midnight, is watch
ing the sun when it begins TO ascend. Ii is
said that the sun never sets on the domin.
ions of Queen Vic, but Frenchman gives
as a reason that the sun is never seen in
England.