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The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1846-05-28
GODLOvE s. ORTIZ.

GROWING HoNoRs.-The following story
we find going the rounds of the press:
A few years ago, friend OF ours was out
upon trout-fshing exclusion, and after the
.atgues of day were nearly ended, -wheth,
er with anything more than a fisherman's luck,
we know not-he entered public house ia
a neighboring town, for refreshment. He
there encountered garrulous old man, who
had done his country some service in The
Revolution, with whom he fell into converse
ton. The old man was poor, he said, and
expatiated SO feelingly upon the inconvena-
ces Of his poverty, that cur friends, who ia
always benevolently inclined, was consider
ably moved. 1t was not then regarded a
sinful thing 10 drink glass of toddy, espe-
cially upon fishing xpidition-indeed lit
was a matter almost universally admitted
that The fish wouldn't bite unless there was
bottle of black strap along-and as he asked
The old man TO drak.
"Thank you, Captain" said the old man..
and the drinks were dsa patched.
Our friends had ordered dinner, and when
it was ready, he invited the old hero to dine
with him.
81 declare Major, "you are very kind--I
don't care if do"
Ate dinner, cigar was handed TO him,
with the request that would join in social
smoke.
swell, now, Colonel, do Declare" said
the old man, you are very generous"
Conversation went On--ihe old here fought
his battle over and over again, and was very
happy.
"Come, my old hearty" said our old
friends, 'slet us take little something more
before we part
General" said the old man, "you are too
geEerous--but. as you say, can't refuse
glass at parting"
Our friends then extended his hand, on
taking his leave, and in grasping that OF the
old hero, he disposted halt dollar in it,
"What is this said he, ''a half dallaT2 What
is that for"
'Oh,' said our friend, ntwill help you along
a little, in the rough journey of life, and
am very glad of an opportunity 10 do kind
ness to one of the men who fought for the lib
critics we enjoy.
This was too much for the old man. The
tears started to his eyes, and he could only
utter, almost choked with emotion
"God bless you. Governor
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1846-05-28

expecting anothe hard days work; but in
The morning, seeing nothing ofihe Mexicans,
Gen. Taylor sent cut Capt. Duncan's COM
pany, and found they had all left the battle
field, save their dead and badly wounded, to-
gether with three field pieces. which they
left on the ground. About 200 were left
dead.
Those who were taken prisoners say that
our firing was so destructive that the
whole Mexican army was ordered to charge
upon that of ours. but most Of them positive
ly re fused of the head officers rushed
into their midst with sword in hand, TO urge
them TO battle, rather than do which they
shot him down. Some of their kna psacks
were examined and found to contain nothing
but CORN and SALT. Gen. Taylor kept his
post. and sent in his wounded TO Point isa-
bel. 1t was thought he would not proceed
further until reinforcement, as some places
he would have TO pass would be very dificult
OuI hHlGu duU WOuuuGu WGT6-luI60 Oll-
GERS were wounded, VIZ: Major Ringgold,
shot through both legs; Captain Page, low
er jaw badly shot, the other name not known.
On the 8th three frigates. one sloop and two
briggs Of war arrived off The Bar from Vera Cruz
and came to anchor, and, on hearing the
Of cannon, sent five hundred men TO Point Isa-
bel, to protect depot of stores, OF reinforce
Gen. Taylor if necessary. They were all well
armed and anxious for q fight with the Mexi-
cans w lille the battle was being fought. two
companies Of Mexican artillery down to
Cross Bocha Chica, and marched up the beach
to take possession of our vessels with stores
which were obliged to anchor very near the
Point. Our flag ship Cum berland got under way
and ran down towards them; seeing which, they
wheeled and returned back.
After leaving BRACES Santiago. met another
ship Of war and steamer standing for Bra
EOS Santiago. On the 18th, saw a schooner a
shore on the west end OF Timboier Island,
masts aud rigging stanJing-appurentIy full of
water, and Abandoned.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1846-05-28
Correspondence of the Daily sDeIta.']
POINT ISABEL, Illh May, 1916


You may be somewhat surprised to hear from
me from this point. However. in q hurry as
a m just now, will give you the particulars
of the battle fought on the 9Th. Now the re-
suit. The Mexican troops fought well; that
is to say [they were not easily whipped ns
anticipated. They lost 200 men on the field
that is killed and wounded, and Uncle Sam
lost about GO. The wounded are all here. and
there src three Mexican prisoners here also
wounded, but every attention paid them as 9TH
ers.
Major Ringgod, of the Sd Artillery, died
here last night, from his wounds received in the
action,
An express came in last night from Gen. Tay-
or's camp, by which we are informed of an
other fight, in which some OF the U S. Drag
oons have distinguished themselves. and Capt
May more particularly :he charged the Mexica N
Artillery, and took pieces of cannon. and 60
prisoners. amongst whom Gen. AmpudB fig
uIes. Some say Gen. Arista but not generally
believed.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1846-05-28
ANOTHER BATTLE on the 9th,
TAYLOR AGAIN VICTORIOUS!
Complete Route of the Mexicans!!!

Complete Route of the Nexicans!!!
We are indebted TO friend Tor slip con.
tanning news three days later than published
by us this morning.
BY the U. s. steamer Col. Harvey, Capt.
I'D. Wood, arrived this morning from the
Brazos ST. Jago, we have dates from Point
Isabel TO the morning of the 18Th inst, when
she left.
On the 9Th Gen. Taylor again took up
his march for the camp opposite Matamoras,
and again encountered the enemy, in ra-
vine about three miles below camp, where
they had chosen their position 10 dispute his
PROCESS, and in an action which lasted about
three hours, defeated them; they had about
300 killed and wounded, and lost pieces
of artillery, 3 standards, besides great num-
Der of small arms, pack mules, &c.
Amid the rejoicings on account of the tri-
umph of our arms, the Nation has cause to
mourn the loss of some of her bravest sons
Gen. Taylor lost about 60 killed and
wounded, among whom were three officers,
viz: Lieut.. lnges, of the Dragons; Lieut.
Cochran, of the 4th infantry, and Lieut..
Chadburn. of the sth Infantry, Among the
wounded are Col Macintosh,of The 5th Infan-
try, Lieut.. Col. Payne, 4th Artillery, and
Capt. Hooe, 5th Infantry-most of them
slightly, and none supposed MORALLY.
An exchange of prisoners took place on
the lOih,and we understand Capt. Thornton
had been eleased by the exchange.
From the most authentic source we-learn
that the number of the enemy's forces, in
both engagements, was not less than between
seven and eight thousand men.
Gen. Taylor, after reaching the camp, re-
turned to Point Isabel on the evening Of the
l2h, with train of wagons loaded with am
unition, baggage, mules, &C., taken from the
enemy.
,, The communication between Point Isabel
and Gen. Taylor's camp opposite Matamoras
may now be considered open.
Some OF the ammunition taken from them
in the first engagement was used up on them
in the second.
The following Mexican officers were ia
ken prisoners: Gen. La Vega. Lieuts. Prada
and Velez Lieut.. Col. Marines, Abide
Camp to Gen. La. Vega, accompanied the
General voluntarily. They arrived here this
morning on the Col. Hanery, in the charg.
of Lieut., J. ]. Reynalds of the 4th Artillery
The Gallant Captain Walker was in botf
engagements, and we are happy TO state es
capped without injury.
Gen. Taylor and staff were to leave Poin
Isabel on the 18th for his camp opposite
Matamoras.
Major Brown, of the Artillery, who was
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1846-05-28
TO TIE WING STATE CENTRAL COM
MITTEE.k

1t will be seen from the following letter
from Mr.. Orlh, that he declines running for
Lieut. Governor. It's the duty OF the State
Central Committee 10 fill the vacancy, thus
occasioned, as soon aspossibie. To perform
that duty, we are requested, by the resident
members eff the Central Committee TO say
that a meeting of the Committee will be
held in this city on Thursday the 2Sth day
of this month. The attendance of every
member ofthe committee is urgently solicit
ted. Other matters of importance will then
also claim its attention. We hope no ordi-
nary business will be permitted TO prevent
a compliance with this call, that a full atten-
dance of every member of the committee is
urgently solicited. Other matters of impor-
lance will then also claim lis attention. We
hope no ordinary business will be permitted
TO prevent compliance with this call, and
that a full attendance may take place Ind
State Jour.
LAFAYETTE, 4th May, 1876
Hon. DAVID WALLACE,
Chairman Wing State Cenirnl Committee.
DEAR SIR;-I herewith decline canvass
for the office of Lieut.. Governor.
The success of our principles, in which
feel deep and abiding interest, as we'll as
justice TO myself, demand OF me the step
have taken.
My sincere regret regret for the course
that circumstances have compelled me to a.
dept, is much alleVated by the reflection.
that the party may find an ADLER man TO fill
my place. and one who will concentrate upon
himself its ENTIRE strength.
With sentiments of respect,
am your obedient servant,
GODLOVE s. ORTIZ
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1846-05-28

CHoCTAws.-The Vicksburgh Sentinel of
the llih, states that Col PIrcHxLIN. the
Choctaw Chief, now in that city, has declar-
ed his determination TO raise 5000 warriors
Of his nation, and offer their services TO the
Government 20 march across Texas against
Mexico.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1846-05-28

INDIANA HAS RECEIVED A RE-
QUESTION FOR THREE THOUSAND
MEN AND OHIO FOR TWENTY FOUR
HUNDRED.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13
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AsHEs FOR CORN.

All cur sandy loans are benefited in
some degree BY the application Of wood
ashes, leached or unleached. But green
sward, crsoils that are full Of vegetable
matter, that needs to be soon rotted, are
more aided By them than barren soils.
Ashes in the'hill are more easily applied
.as soon as the corn is dropped and cover.
ed than At any other time, and in this mode
they are apt to keep the worms away and
hasten the vegetating of the kernal than
when applied after the corn is up.
Ii is now generally conceded that the old
practice Of making high hills for corn and
Cor potatoes was vicious, as it placed the
roots deeper in the earth than nature taught
them to run. Still slight hilling is not
injurious when you are not intending to SOW
your grass seed at the last hoeing: and
you will find it more easy to burythe weeds
in the hill than to cut them up; burying
them, too, kills them more surely than cut.
ting them.
Corn and potatoes are often suffered to
take care Of themselves after the first or
second hoeing, but in our weedy grounds
we ought to keep the soil well stirred through
June, for we not only increase thespreseht
harvest, but we fit the field better for the
next season by thorough tillage now. The
hand hoes, however, will have but little to
do after the first thorough weeding.-MasS.
PlO4ghmGH.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

To MAKE WHEAT BREAD.-To one quart
Of warm water put gill of good yeast, stir
in -four to make thin batter, and let it
stand in warm place all night.
Next morning, put seven pounds Of flour
in a wooden bowl or tray; heap it around
the sides, leaving hollow in the centre
add to the sponge or yeast batter, bit of
volatile salts the size Of small nutmeg,
dissolved in hot water, and piece of alum
as large as hickory nut, finely powdered;
stir it with spoon until il is a light foam
then pour it into the hollow of flour; and
to it heaPing tablespoonful of salt, and
quart or more of warm water; with this,
work all the flour into dough; dip your
hands in flour frequently, to keep the dough
firm sticking them work the dough well
when it is smooth mass, divide it into two
or three loaves, and put it into buttered ba-
sins stick the top of each with fork lei
them stand for one hour then bake.
The rule for break-baking is a hot oven,
and one hour; if the loaves are large, they
may require longer baking. Ifthis receipt
is strictly followed, there can be no failure.
One teaspoOn(ul Of saleratus may be u.s.
ed in place of the volatile salts and alum,
but the bread is not as white or sweet
When the volatile salts are used, more than
: quart Of water will be necessary.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13
THE UNION.

or No attention viii be paid 70 auT order,
unless the money accompanies Il.
or Tho'e desiring complete copies OF the
Congressional Uniou and Appendix, Willplease
send us their names previous to the 6Fit day Of
December next
0- We viii willingly pay The postage On an
leiters sent % us Containing Five Dollan end
upwards. OtheF letter directed 70 ns, wilh the
portage unpaid, win not Be taken out Of hs Of
RICHIE & HESS
Wsshingtuo, AuEus, I, ls4s.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13
Vicksburg Foundry.
S. ZIMERMAN g. o.

A RE prepared TO execute and furnish an
4 kinds Of work in the line OF Founders and
Machiuists. Engines, and machinery Of every
descdptiou, Tor B,ats, Mill,, Of Gins, buiit or
prepared, and an work thar may be ordered
viii be promptly ATTENDED to, and in the besi
manner, st reduced prices We invite a call
from Planters, and ofhets. 70 our Establishment,
at the LOWER LANDING, YICKSBURG.
June 2fth, SIS, s7-iy.
NJ B. Highest prices, n cash, naid fof Old
iron, Brau Of Copper.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

COMPRISING general introductory outline
ofEniUersaI history, ancient and modern,
ala a series Of separate histories d eU.
e,y principaIaatiOn tiati crists, their
Use, progress, present condition &c.
BySAMUEL MAUNDBR. The History Of
America, edited by JOHN INMAN.
II y valuable work Is Just completed, lorming
tWo. hrpe octave volumes, printed on fAe paper,
withElear I, ne, illustrated with BEAUTIFUL
ENGRAVED VIGNErTE TITLES--bound
in a Iubstamtial and elegant binding, and will
he FINISHED at only -Four Iollars!!! Ii forms
of iielf complet- AIRY OF HISTORY
--ofhnestimable value 10 any one who wishes
10 inform hims-lfat lrhing cost Of the past his
tory hnd present state Of every principal nation
thatbxists, as we'll as more particularly of the
veryrecent exciting events and pFesentpoltical
relations Of our county. A splendid edition o.
the Ame work has also just been issued in Nos.
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sent any part Of the United Staes at the re-
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Price for the a0ork in Nos. (compIete)$3
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The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13
shr5pshrfre, coleman 4 90.

removed to The Store formerly
Ii ocubied BY BAILEY g. CALDWELL
and willlkeep constantly on hand q Gen.
eral stock of st1pIe and fancy Dry Goods,
Ready made Clothing, Hats, Shoes, Boots,
SoddIerH Hard and Queens.rdre, Groce.
ries, Pro@acc, linsevs, Jeans, Bqggtng and
Rope, aud will be happy to serve their
friends end the public at The lowest prices,
and will supply plantations on the most
favorable terms.
They have msde arrangements with P.
O'Donnell, Esq TO store ell cotton con-
signed to them 10 bis new BRICK FIRE
PROOF COTTcN SHE'D, which will be q sure
guarantee dgainsl fire, and will save Ioihs
planter the expense Of insurance.
They are prepared TO make liberal 3D..
vsnees 10 Pbnlation supplies and cash on
Cotton to bi shipped TO Buckher g. Stan
ton, New O9eans.
Yazoo city, July 25'h, ls45. 4OIy.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13
To the Planters.

THE suhsEibFFS are provided with good
N SHEDS, and will pay particular atten
ton to StOrinS and Shipping Cotton, and are II
AL TlHEs prepared 70 make librral cAsH al
vances on the SINE.
CEDAR WARE.-They have just received
a lot OF the ahsvs ware, made il the most sab.
stantial mannef, including every sizs nnd Vurie.
~, from che Tiny pale 70 tho Mammoth tub.
ALSO
9O00 yards Kentucky Jeans aud Linssvs.
loo fenn. y rhite and striped tinisys,
500 {" titripel Cotton Cloth,
50 dozen when Socks
an Of which, they offer on tbe nest rsasonabis
terms. OWEN & THARP.
ys1oO city, Oct. s1sts. SD.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

To CLEANSE THE TEETH AND IMPROVE
THE BREATH.-To four ounces of fresh
prepared water, add one drachm of Peru
Wan Bark, and wash Ike teeth with this wa
ter morning and evening, before breakfast
and after supper. 1t will efectually destroy
the tartar on the teeth and remove the OF.
tensive smell arising from those that are
dscayed.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

To TURS RED HArR BLkCK.-Ihis won
derful discovery was lately made BY our bar
Der, who has kindly consented to allow It's
publication. The preparation is as FOL.
iowss Take pint Of the liquor Of picked
herrings, half pound Of lamp black, and
two ounces Of the rust Of iron mix and
boil them Cor twenty minutes, lhen strain Il,
and rub tae liquor wen into he roots Of the
hair.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13
Protection Insurance Company
OF HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT.

OF HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT.
HNHE undersigned are agentsfOr this COmpa-
~ ny, and are prepared 10 insure Dwelling
Houses, Stores. Merchandise aud Cotton IN
Store. And also, 10 take River risks on Mtr.
chandise and Cotton.
The Company is an old ohe-ha5 done large
business ia the South and West, and paid many
losses. ALLEN g. BARKSDALE.
YaxOo City, April 25, lsi5. SO-6m.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13
Negroes Negroes!l

ENOR sale az tbe Brick Stable. For further
particulagi apply 10
BLAcKMAN, SCOTT a 90.
Feb. 10, 1876. u
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

MOLAssEs POssET.-Put in a.saucepan
a pint Of sngar-house molasses, teaspoon
ful of powdered ginger, anda quarter Of a
pound Of fresh butter. Simmer il over hot
coa's for an hour, stirring it frequently
Then STIR into It the juice Of two lemons,
two teaspoonfuls Of brown sugar boil the
whole 6r i've minutes longer. This is an
excellent preparation to relieve colds, and
is also particularly serviceable to persons
subject TO cOnstiPatiou.-Pha. paper.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

ST1SG OF THE ADDER OR Slow Work
Applying Immediately the strong spirits
Of harthsbom; for sting Of bees, apply
chalk or whiteing, mixed with vinegar.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

VELVET CAKEs.-TO one quart Of -four
put pint Of warm milk, and gill Ofyeast /;
stir It well; then set it in warm place to
rise for two hours; then work into it two
large tablespoonflls Of melted butter, or
beef dripping -four your hands well, and
make II in small cakes; rub bit of butter
over pan, and lay them in; dip your
hand in milk, and pass it over the tops Of
them; and bake in quick oven.
FRENcH RoLLs.--WorIx one pound Of
butter into pound Of -four; put TO 1t one
beaten egg, two tablesPOOnfuls eff yeast,
one tdaspo0nfil Of salt, and as much warm
milk as win make asoA dough; strew -four
over; cover it with cloth, and set it in a
warm place for an hour or more, until light
-four your hands well; make it in small
rolls; bake it in quick oven.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

MONTHLY BOARDING HORsBs VIZ
Ill Be ehurrsd FiRf Cenh per deT q -
Bnck siahio. BLACK KAN = cl'4A. III
Deccmbef i6, I8ts -
The Yazoo Democrat., 1846-05-13

Or For the accommodation ofthose who de-
sire paper printed at the seat Of government
during the session Of Congress only, We will lurn-
ish them the ExTRA UNIoU as follows;
seml.Weskly, eopv % 81 Weekly, ,opp O. 90
:" 9 copies l3 40 "a lQ oopies 10 O0
- copies e4oO - IS copies 90 90