davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24
Mountains OF Terra Del Fuego.

On the 25th of August, 1868, the En-
deavor sailed from Plymouth Sound; but
the jealousy of The Brazil Government.
preventing them from landing at Rio de
Janeirs, the first land at which they
touched, Except a few days at Madeira
was Terra del Fuego, the southernmost
point of the great American CONTINENT
Here Mr. Banks and DIR Solander made
extensive botanical collections; but, though
it was the height Of summer in that severe
climate, their attempts to ascend the
mountains were attended with extreme
danger. from the severity of the snow
storms and excessive cold. Three of their
attendants perished; and DR. Solander
could only be saved from the deep sleep
which proves the forerunner of death, by
the greater activity and more powerful
constitution Of his younger companion,
who succeeded himself in casting off the
drowsiness by strong and painful Effort.
and was enabled also to rescue his friend.
| have more than once heard him dis
course on the subject. He described the
desire of sleep then which stole over his
senses as altogether irresistible, and as.
cribed It's force to the effect of the cold
in making all other desires with all the
faculties torpid. Motion seemed 10 pro
duce little effect, for the irresistible ten
dency was at every step to sink down, as
if the greatest suffering was to continue
alive and awake, the most delightful state
to fall asleep and expire; nor SO far as
recollecl his account, did any Of them,
while yielding 10 this propensity, doubt
that il was INDUCED at the expense of life
itself. DR. Solander's case was peculiar
ly remarkable. Accustomed to excessive
cold in travelling among the Norwegian
and Swedish Alps, he warned his com.
panions of the fate that awaited them
should they yield to drowsiness. Who
ever said he, sits down will sleep; who.
ever sleeps will wake no more Yet he
was soonest overpowered. He insisted
on being suffered TO lie down. One OF
the men said 'all he desired was TO lay
down and die The Doctor did not quite
say so; but acted on this feeling. He fell
asleep before he could reach the fire
which Mr. Banks had kindled. When
the latter reused him, his fee, were found
TO be so shrunk that his shoes fell off -
Lord Brougham's Lires of Men Of Let
ters &c. ,cho .tfourished an the time q
| George H.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24
Noble Act of an INDIAN Fart

The following interesting fact. of a
young Indian chief. of the Pawnee nation
at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, who
was on visit to Washington in the
winter of 1924, is extracted from letter
of the Rev. Richard Reece. to The editor
of the London Wesleyan Methodist Mag.
azine:-
This young warrior, OF fine size, figure
and counienance, is now about twenty
five years old. AT the age Of twenty one,
his heroic deeds had acquired for him in
his nation the rank of the bracea of the
OraUe.' The savage practice of lorturing
and burning to death their prisoners
existed in this nation. An unfortunate
female, taken in war, of the Paduca nation
was destined to thi. horrible death. The
fatal hour had arrived. the trembling
victim, far from her home and her friends
was fastened to the stake; the whole tribe
was assembled on the surrounding plain
TO witness The awful scene. Just when
the wood was about TO be kindled, and the
spectators were on the ,ptoe of expec,a-
tlon, this young warrior, who sal COM
posedly among the chiefs, having before
prepared two fleet horses, with the nec-
essary provisions, sprang from his seat,
rushed through the crowd, loosed the
victim, seized her in his arms, placed her
on one of the horses, mounted the other
himself, and made the utmost speed to.
wards the nation and friends of the captive
The multitude, dumb and neryeless with
amazement at the daring deed, made no
effort 10 rescue their victim from her
deliverer. They viewed it as the act of
the great Spirit, submitted to it without a
murmur, and quietly retired TO their
village. The released captive was &C.
companied through the wilderness to.
wards her home till she was out of danger
He then gave her the horse on which she
rode, with the provisions necessary for
the remainder of her journey, and they
parted. On his return 10 The village.
such was the respect entertained for him,
that no inquiry was made into his conduct;
no censure was passed on ii: since this
transaction, no human sacrifice has been
offered in this or any other Of the Pawnee
tribes. Upon the publication Of this an.
ecdote a. Washington, the ladies of Miss
Whites seminary, in that city, presented
this brave and humane Indian with a sill.
yer medal, on which was engraved an
inscription, accompanied by an address, of
which the following is the close: Brother,
accept this medal as token of our estee m
always wear it for our sake: and when
you have again the power to save poor
female from death and torture, think OF
this and Of US, and fly 10 her rescue.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24
BARRETT HOUSE,
corner OF Jefferson 4 Third-Sts, Burlington,
4
]. g. LETCHE R.

Proprietor.
YNHiS House, recently opened, is one of
Il the largest and most commodious in
the western country. 1t has all the con.
ven'encles OF the large hotels in the cities,
and is fitted and furnished in tho ne,test
and most substantial manner. The propri
etor has had much experience in the keep
ing of public houses. which, taken in con-
nexion with the facilities afforded in Bur
lington for furnishing his table, justifes him
in promising that the character of his house
shall be kept up.
Visitors from the South and elsewhere, with
or without families, can at all times be accom-
modated with pleasantand airy rooms, and on
reasonable terms.
Families will also be taken as permanent
boarders.
September 25 1916 Is
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

.4bstraction.-Sir Isaac Newton, find
ing himself extremely cold one evening in
winter. drew his chair very close 10 the
CRATE, in which large FIRE had recently
been lighted. By degrees the fire having
completely kindled. Sir Isaac felt the
heat intolerably intense, and rang his bell
with unusual violence. His servant was
not at hand at the moment, but he soon
made his appearance. By this time, Sir
Isaac was almost literally roasted. Re-
move the CRATE, you lazy rascal!' he ex.
claimed, in tone of irritation very un-
common with that amiable and bland
philosopher; remove the CRATE. before |
am burned to deathl' sAnd pray, master,
said the servant, might you not rather
draw back your chair!' Upon my word.
said Sir Isaac, smiling, Il never thought
of that
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

4 Railroad IN Rome.-An esteemed
correspondent informs us that an hnglish'
man has recently obtained charter Tor
railroad through the Papsl States. This
road is intended TO form only part OF a
line of railway from France to India
This line was at one time abandoned
through the obstinacy Of the late Pope,
who refused to permit any railroads to De
constructed in his dominions. The pres
en-, Pontif, however, is in favor OF i'm
provements, and the charter was readily
obtained. On the truth Of this item Of
news we have every reason TO rely.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

DR. Uatts.--It was so natural for DR.
Watts. when child, to speak in rhyme,
that even at the very time he wished to
avoid il he could not. His father was
displeased at this propensity, and threat.
ened to whip him if he did not leave off
making verses. One day, when he was
about TO put his threa. in execution, the
child burst out into tears, and on his knees
said,
"Pray, father. do some pity take,
And will no more verses make"
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

Poulina. -Paulina, the wife Of Seneca
being determined not to survive her hus-
band, whom Nero had condemned 10
death, opened a vein in her arm, and
would soon have bled TO death, if the
tyrant had not sent persons who compel
ed her to stop the blood. For the re-
mainder of her life. her face wore an un'
usual paleness; which, says Taciius. was
a glorious testimony Of her fidelity to her
husband.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

Alexander the Great seeing Diogenes
looking attentively at parcel of human
bones, asked the philosopher what he was
looking for. That which | cannot find.
was the reply difference between
your fathers bones and those of his slaves
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

Darn'em. said Jonathan, at the battle
of Bunker Hill, they're shooting bullets!
when one of them passed through the top
Of his hat.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

Can ii be True?-We hear ,ha follow.
ing story almost directly from the 'unfor-
tunate lady in question. The wife Of an
officer dreadfully wounded in the battle
of Palo Alto, since dead, went to Wash
ington after the news Of the action arriv-
ed. She there called on high executive
officer, and after sending her name was
suffered to wait alone long time before
he made his appearance; when he did SO
it was without any apology. She having
risen as he entered, he did not offer her a
chair.
She asked for some information as TO
the means Of joining her husband. Little
was given and tina, grufl,y. She asked
if there were any one going on to the
camp, whom she could accompany; the
answer ws. first. No; but afterwards that
Gen. Wool would soon go there. 'He
is an old friend said the weeping lady.
scan YOU tell me where to find him. AT
Coleman's, believe 'Can yen direct
me ,herey No madam. your carriage
will he your bes, means Of getting there,
and that is ,caiting for you The lady
left, unassisted and alone took the best
way Of reaching her husband. Comment
nor expletive are needed to characterize
such conduct New York Gazette and
Times.
The lady above alluded to, is the wife
Of the lamented Captain PAGE; and the
High Executive officer none other than
James X. Polk, President Of The United
States. There is no doubt as to the facts
being as above set forth. Neither com
ment nor expletve are necessary.'-lChi.
Journal.
VIVA. can you expedition heg but
grunt!
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

The cultivation of tea has been intro
duced into the southern part OF France
The experiment is likely to prove sue
cessful.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24
DueIling.

Two mosquitoes one morning met on
leafi the garden. Both were filled with
the blood drawn from their las; nocturnal
depreda,ions. They were silent and
dumpy, cross and savage. One Of them
ran out his sting, and wiped it on one leg.
The other thrust out his sting, and point
ed it towards the first musquitoe. This
was considered an insult. and so the Of
Tended musquitoe steps up to the other
one and said:
Did you turn out your sting at mel
q ran out my sting; you can apply IL
as YOU choose was the answer.
Sir, your remark savors Of rascality,'
said the first.
'Hah!' exclaimed the other, "a down.
RICH, INSULT No gentlemanly musquitoe
will submit to such treatment without
satisfaction. Draw, villain, and defend
YOURSELF
They rushed together, and running one
another through the body, both died hon.
orable deaths.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

.hecdote.-A person applying to the
Judge Of probate for letter of admins
tra,ion, walks up and raps; the Judge
bids him walk in when the stranger
enquiries
Does the judge ofreprobate reside here
sir!'
i am the judge Of probate, sir an
swered the judge.
'Ah, all the same, suppose-you see,
my father lately died delested, and left
number OF fa,herless scorpions. Of which
| am the chief. As it is, being the old
est nfdel, the business naturally dis
solves on me, and if you will only grant
me letter of condemnation, VIII see
you handsomely sacrificed.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-09-24

NEILL STONES made to order, and con-
lvl slant supply on hand. Screen WIRE.
Hosting Screws and Mill Irons, furnished al
the shortest notice and Of the best quality.
Oct '45-ly ~
The daily union., 1846-06-27
ITO the Editor of the Union: Sir: The
June 81.

TNO the Editor of the Union: SIR: The
Il assertion contained in the Sectional Dock
Company's publication of last evening, that | am
"ineresed in the balance Dock" is utterly untrue.
have not now, never have had, and never expect
intend to have, an interest, personal or pecunary,
to the amount Of single cent either in the balance
or any other species of dock The assertion,
therefore, that am "now interested" if intended
to convey any other meaning than that regard the
balance dock necessary for the interests Of Phil
adelphia is base and shameless fabricat on. Of
the same character is the innuendo of Dakn in the
letter to me published in your paper Of this morn
ing, wherein he speaks of "your own dock-the
balance or box dock"
Wherever am known, and my motives of ac-
ton can be appreciated, am perfectly that no
denial of assertions SO unfounded and base will be
thought necessary; where the authors Of the cal
umny are known, contradiction will, l am equally
confident, he wholly superfoous.
Very respectfully, yours,
WALTER X. JOHNSON.
Washington, June 26-lt.
The daily union., 1846-06-27
FLOATING dock modeIs.-The only

IL reply that Mr.. W. R. Johnson makes to the
caution, which we have published against his de-
ceptions, is, that the model we exhibit is not made
a scale for the proposed for the government.
Does he suppose that people are such consummate
fools not to know that models of such large
structures cannot be made 10 scale and be ioorking
models' II made to a scale, the frame would not
be larger than knitting needles, the machinery
would be SO small scarcely to be visible, and
would be wholly incapable on that account Of work
ing, and the lifting power would be too rifing TO
raise even the model of a vessel made in the slight.
est manner possible The sole object Of model is
to show the principle of the structure and how it
,oork, in practice. The proportions in the structure
itself may be varied to suit circumstances
The tin carioaure model of the sectional dock
made by some tinker, and shown by Johnson Il
Co, may be, for ought we know, in due proportion
in length, breadth, &c; but what we complain Of
is, that it does not exhibit the method of porking
the dock the uniform motion which is given to its
balancing sde-hoas, and the absolute and complete
control exercised thereby over the raising and sink
ing Of the structure.
In regard to the charge Of our unwillingness TO
have the models Of the two docks shown side by
side it is enough to say that we have no objection
to il if a proper toorking model Of our plan were
presented; and that the docks themselves exhibited
side by side in New York; and we have brought
the certificate of ALL The shpbuiders there without
exception, and all the principal shipotoners, that ours
is the best plan Of dock and commands the business,
though the price Of docking in the balance dock is
90 per cent less than in ours. This is surely
better test Of the merits Of the two plans than Mr.
Johnson's lectures his rude tinker models,
s. ID. DAKIN,
ID. DODGE,
p BURGESS.
In behalf, &c.
WAsHneroS, June &c, ls46-lt
The daily union., 1846-06-27
THE DAILY UNl9&

ton; desired solely TO correct the erroneous yer-
sion Of my sentiments into which the gentleman
from New York, doubtless from inadvertence, had
been mlsled.
THE CLERK or THE HOUSE.
Mr.. MCKAY, on leave given, offered the follow
ing resolution; which was adopted unanimously;
RsOrsd That the clerk Of this House leave Of alb.
sence for such portion Of the next week not exceeding four
days as he may desire,
THE TARIFF
On motion Of Mr. MCKAY, the House resolved it.
self into Committee of the Whole the state of the
Union, (Mr CoBB, Of Georgia. in the chair,) and
sumed the consideration Of the bill TO reduce the duty
on imports, and for other purposes.
Mr. BEDlNGER was entitled to the floor, and
addressed the committee (n remarks, of which a
full report is in course OF preparatory in favor of the
bill under consideration, and in explanation of the
lnsuperable objections he entertained against the
injustice and tyranny Of the system which had been
fastened upon the government by the act Of lS42
Mr.. EWING, Of Tennessee, obtained the floor,
and addressed the committee in opposition to the
bill.
Mr.. POLLOCK followed on the same side and
in general vindicstion Of the protective policy.
Mr.. TOWNS addressed the committee during his
hour, lin speech Of which full report is in course
of preparatory in advocacy Of the bill under
slderauon, and in condemnation Of the tariff of 1912,
exposing particularly its intolerable burdens upon
the people of the South--burdens exactly cores
Ponden TO the benefits II coners upon other sections,
and in reply more particularly to Mr.. POLLOCK and
Mr. RockwELL, Of Connecticut, portraying the in
herent injustice and oppression Of the entire system
Of protection TO certain favored classes by govern
mental interference with the industrial pursuits and
business operations Of ths people.
Mr.. SEVERANCE followed in a statistical
speech in favor Of the tariff of 1912
Mr.. TIBBAT'rS then obtained the floor, and the
committee rose and reported.
And, after the usual motions for calls of the
House, &c,
The House adjourned.
The following petitions and memorials were pre-
sened under the rule, and referred the appropriate
committees:
BY Mr. 81 CHhNCk; The petition Of Daniel Wolf and lla
other citizens OF Ohio praying for the establishment OF
msroue from Ithaca In DaTke county TO Union in Mont
gomeTy county in that State; referred to the Committee
the Post Ohce and Post Roads.
BY MIR GRINNELL: The petition of Strabo Clark and II
other citizens Of Brewster Mlssachusss for continuance
Of the duty salt and allowance to the codhshery Also
of f. H. Know les and others Of Eastman Msssachuse for
the same purposes.
By Mr. MelLVAINE The petition Of Deborah Msrot and
lo4 other OF Philadelphia praying for the abolition
Of slavery the District Of Columbia and the slave trade
between the States.
The daily union., 1846-06-27
THE UNION.
CITY OF wAsHING TON.
SATURDAY NIGHT, JUNE 81, 1886.
APPOINTMENTS BY THE PRESIDENT,

by dHu WtHf IHe ddUIee ana eofseM u Ihe SehaIe
THohAs GRAY, surveyor and inspector of the rev.
enue for the port Of St. Louis
CHARLES OBERnYER, consul of the United States
for the city of Augsburg, in the kingdom of Ba-
varia.
J. GEORGE HARRIS, to be purser in the navy, TO
fill the vacancy occasioned by the death of Purser
Cox.
JoMN d. CLARE justice Of the peace for the coun-
ty of Washington.
EDGAR SNowDoE and GEORGE w. p. CusTIs,
justices of the peace for the county of Alexan-
dria.
The daily union., 1846-06-27

THE PrObe.-To those who are able and will
Il ling to aid long afflicted family, three of whom
now under medical treatment, and who lost their
all at the great fire in Pttsburg, this valuable book
is offered for sale all the book stores on the ave-
nue. and by the author, at the Exchange hotel. I'm
medately needed, it is hoped the benevolent will
purchase without delay. Refers to Hon. ID. Will
mot, M. c., and Hon. s, R. Hobbie, First Assis-
tant Postmaster General.
Washington, June 81
The daily union., 1846-06-27
COMMENTARIES ENERGY

The promptitude, energy, and ardor exhibited in
due praise from all. We understand that the fol-
lowing officers of the corps of typographical eng-
neers are with General Taylor's army on the Rio
Grande: Captain w. G. Williams, Lieutenans
George Meade, John Pope, and Thomas J.
Wood. Lieutenants Meade and Wood were
with this command at Corpus Christi and du-
ring all its operations since. Captain Williams
and Lieutesant Pope have joined lately. The la
mented Blake, so honorably mentioned by General
Taylor, and who lost his life on the 9th of May
was of the same corps.
From the st. Louis Reyeille June H.
"ComMENDABLE DEsrArcH.-LieulenantW w. H..
Emory accompanied by Lieuenants Warner,
Albert, and Peck, of the corps of typographical en-
glneers, arrived here on last Saturday noon, from
Washington city. On Monday, at noon, they were
prepared to embark for Fort Leavenworh having
in the interim purchased a carriage, altering the
same TO make it suitable for the conveyance OF their
Instruments; hired ten men az assistants; purchased
twenty horses and mules; procured the necessary
stores; compared their Instruments; made the
sary astronomical observations and arranged every
thing preparatory to an immediate departure.
"This energy on the part of our officers Of the
typographical corps argues well for the performance
of the duties assigned them by government; and
their ability in their several departments is so we'll
known, that nothing need be said in commendation
Our northwestern expedition, we doubt not, will be
conducted with the same vgor which has marked
operations on the Rio Grande."
Lieutenant Emory is brother-in-law of Mr.
Walker, Secretary Of the Treasury, and distin-
guisbed himself on the northeastern boundary
within the past year two.-UNIoN,
The daily union., 1846-06-27
~ Mechanical Riflemen.-A meeting OF

IL Mechanical RiHemen.-A meeting OF
the corps will he held at the company's armoy
(east wing Of the City Hall, basement story on
next Monday evening, the 18th instant, at 8
o'clock.
Such young men as are favorably disposed to-
ward, and willing to unite in, the effective
ganizaton of rife corps, respectfully invited
attend the above-caled meeting.
BY order:
VIM. F. CONNELL, Secretary.
The daily union., 1846-06-27

UFWe learn with pleasure that John NJ Reid,
esq, of Philadelphia, has been appointed by Gov.
Skunk the attorney general Of Pennsyvan to sue
ceed Mr. Kane, recently transferred to the bench.
Mr.. Reads eminent professional and exalted moral
character, we are sure will make his appointment
in the hghs, degree acceptable to the people of the
Keystone State,
The daily union., 1846-06-27

H5-Mr. G. II. NOurse, a Iicentiate OF the
presbytery the District of Columbia, will preach
in the Second Presbyterian church on Sabbath
next, at II O'clock a. m, and O'Clock, p. m. The
public respectfully invited to attend
The daily union., 1846-06-27

nFThe annual Grafton before the Bellies
Lettres society of Dickinson College, will be dev
cred on the 9Th Of July, by II. W. Hilliard, esq,
of Alabama, member of the House of Representa-
tiyes.
The daily union., 1846-06-27
INDIAN DELEGATION IN WASHINGTON.

We learn that the following tribes OF Indians are
now present by their delegates in Washington
The following list shows the number sent from
each tribe. We cannot but hope that this mission
will result in the complete establishment of peaceful
population.
The following are the names and numbers of the
delegates from the tribes,
Cumanehes 3; Lippans O. Tonkaways 9; wacoes
4; Wichitase Towakarroes 2; Pawnee-mahaws |;
onadacas s; Ionies 3; Caddoes q Kechies Q; Musco-
gees 2.
lnterpreters-Cherokee l; Delawares g.
Mexican prisoner bought from the Cumsnches
The daily union., 1846-06-27

ELY paper and Roach bane.-This pape
IL will efectually destroy flies Immediately upon
their lighting upon it; it is perfectly safe and conve-
nent to use; price l2k cents per sheet.
The celebrated roach and bed-bug bane, effica-
cious in destroying roaches bedbugs, ants, &c, 81!
cents per bottle. For sale by
J. +. CALLAN.
June oT-eo3t
The daily union., 1846-06-27

nTPrea ching at the CapitOI-The Rev. s.
Tustn will preach at the Capitol on Sabbath Ito
morrow morning at III o'clock
The daily union., 1846-06-27

GJCentral Presbyterian Church.--The
Rev Mr. Dorrance will preach in this church to-
morrow (Sabbath) morning, at III o'clock; and the
Rev Septimus Tustin in the afternoon at 4 o'clock
The public is invited to attend.