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The Columbian fountain., 1846-02-11
From the Hon. Noah a. Phelps, late Secretary Of The
State of Connecticut.

MDDLETowN, CoNNEcTIcUr,
September 81, 1845.
DR.. l.. Parmele resided some time in this city,
following the practice of Dentistry He is a
worthy citizen, and sustains high reputation in
the line of his profession From my knowledge
Of the man, his standing in society, and profession
al skill, take much pleasure in recommending
him to the favor and patronage of the public.
NOAH A. PHELPS.
From the Hon. Robert Dale O,csn, ". c. from The
Stale Of Indiana.
"WAsHINGToN CRY, Dec. %, lS45.
"Having on various occasions availed myself Of
the professional services of Dr. l.. Parmele TO my
entire satisfaction, | take pleasure in adding my
testimony both as to his skill as Dentist and his
kind urbanity as a man.
ROBERT DALE OWEN.n
From The Hon. Il. Pratt late W. G. from the State Of
.Ne,c York
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,,
February 25, lSi5.
take great pleasure in bearing testimony to the
superior skill of DR.. l.. Parmele, from know
ledge of his operations in his profession Of an i'm
portant character performed by him, as well as to
his worth as citizcn and having been long and
intimately acquainted with him, now cheerlully
recommend him to all who require his aid.
Z. PRATT
From DR.. Mott, President and Professor Of Surgery
IN the University Netc York.
New YoRK, Nov. 90, l842.
have been familiar with the reputation of ].
Smith Dodge as a practical Dentist for many
years In the opinion of my friends who have ex-
perienced the benefit Of his skill, can place full
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Within this holy book | trace
The life OF Christ, his wondrous grace,
His anxious care and holy love,
Net earth's, nor mine, but heaven above.
The path is clear, the track is sure,
Why wait then, these pangs endere;
Oil grant my God my life may be
Sincere aud praylul Lord, to Thee.
The day Of sale having arrived, her few
goods and chattels were, in due course,
knocked off to the highest bidder I'm
moved she saw pass from her possession
article after article, without murmur, till
the constable held up the old family Bible,
This was too much Tears flowed, and
gave silent utterance to broken heart
She begged the constable to spare her this
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even If true Major Faunteroy had evidence Of the facts
sufficiently strong TO warrant him in the he took The
moment that the service will permit my absence from the main
army here, shall visit San Antonio and Austin, with view
TO adopt such measures may be required by the public in
eresi IN that quarter la the Time shall give such
sucons to Major Faunucroy will prevent recurrence
such hasty and ilIudged proceedings hereafter.
have already reported to the Department the steps which
have found necessary TO take for the protection Of the
dian frontier of Texas and that deemed it advisable for that
purpose to muster into service few companies Of rangers
These companies mustered into service for three months
and their respective terms will expire about the end
Should the present pacific aspect Of Mexican relations
tnue will not be necessary to continue this force in service
except possibly company guides II will then become
necessary strengthen the regular force the frontier and
avoid useless marches and expense would respectfully ask
be informed if consistent with popney, what corps des-
tined for the permanent occupation of Texas peace
Enlistment Such corps then be placed in position
once time when they most wanted, and when they
establish posts with least prejudice to health San Anto
Mo- Austin, and perhaps intermediate point on the Qua
daoupe, must be military stations and the they
occupied by the regular gason who destined for that
vice the better large force cavalry be sustained
the frontier without very heavy expense at this time and
would present add than the number Of
companies already there Infantry may be subsed at
parativey small rate.
Recent arrivals from the Rio Gande bring whatever
am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant,
H. TAYLOR,
Breref Brig. Gen. U. S. A., commanding.
The ADJUrAsT GENERAL offhe army, Washington, H. c..
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from the region from which auxiliary aid be drawn This
consideration will naturally induce you take than
binary to be in safe position, and prepared to sustain
yourself against any assault make this suggestion because
that you will have such operation the part
of naval force you may expect The Government has
such vessel you desire but two best suited
to the service, have been ordered the Texan The
Fir which has the least daught-cght nine eets not
Of much efficiency. She carries not than four guns
The Somers Porpose bgs of guns and drawing th
teen fourteen feet of water will be ordered report
and cooperate with you but not probable that either Of
them, the F, will be the coast TO attend your ad-
movement You cannot calculate upon any
from them for two three weeks to Nothing herein
contained is intended 10 revoke modify the instructions
heretofore given for aggressive operations your part under
the circumstances therein specified.
VIM. L. MARCY, Seyeiayyef War.
To Brig Gen. H. TAYLOR,
Commanding U. s. army ia Teras.
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Wan DgpAuTwrST.

WasHIsGroS, Aususr 80, 1s45.
SIN Only letter has been received from you since you
entered Texas and that written the day you arrived
at Arkansas Bay Permit urge upon you the importance
OF avaing yourself Of every opportunity Of communicating
with this Department II is desirable have early and
rect information from you, enable the Government form
true judgment Of the designs and Of Mexico,
founded on asccaned facts II is presumed that in pursu
ance o. previous instructions from this Department. you have
taken special pains TO become acquainted with the proceedings
o. Mexico particularly in regard the number and kind Of
Mexican troops at Ma,amoa Monterrey and other pacrs
well as those which the march towards them, and may
be brought to act against your forces pushed the Rio
Orande, either in the vicinity Of Maamoras distant
points IN that river You will not trust undcnate the inn
Porance OF such information fail the proper and
cessary means Tor acquiring IT, You directed should you
deem expedeht 70 employ competent and Trustworthy per-
Sons to obtain such intelligence.
me instructions heretofore issued cnjon upon you TO de
eho iexas from Invasion and Indian hosics and should
Mexico invade II you will employ all your forces to repuse
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Brigadier General Y. TAYLOR
Wan DEPARTMENT,

WAsHISsToS, JuLr 30, lsf5.
Sin Your letter from New Orleans OF the Goth instant
addressed to the Aduant General has received and laid
before the President and he desires express you his
approval Of your movements.
he has not the requisite information regard the coun-
NY 70 enable hun TO give any positive directions the posi-
uon you ought TO take or the which may be
Peoen 70 make These be governed by circumstances
WINE asodng az you have been do all aggres
he towards Mexico long the relations Of peace
exist between That Republic and the United States YOU are
expected 10 occupy protect and defend territory Of Texas
70 the extent hat has been occupied by the people Of Texas
The mo OIapde Is claimed 10 be the boundary between the
two countries and up TO this boundary you extend your
protecon only excepting posts the side thereof
which are IN the actual occupancy Mexcan forces or Mcx
settlements over which the Republic Of Texas did not
ercse jurisdiction al the period Of or shortly before
that event Is expected that selecting the
for your troops you will approach near the BOUNDARY
the Rio Grandess prudence will dictate With This yic Tho
President desires that your position part Of YOU, forces
al least should be west OF the river Nueces
You are directed TO ascertain and communicate 10 this De
parent the number Of Mexican troops Matamoras
and the other Mexican posts along the border their position
the condition of them, and particularly the taken
contemplated increase strengthen them II you shou
have any reason believe that the Government Of Mexico
concentrating the boundaries Of the two countries
You will not only with reference such state Of things
but give the earliest information to this Department
Very respectfully, &c.
WIN. L. MARCY, Seeyetary Of War.
Brig Gen. u. TarLon,
Commandine The army Of occupation IN 7eras.
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PRISON soNNET.-nr HENRY cLArr, IN.


oh, how can Man his equal brother chain
Within cold walls, while this warm-hearted Spring
Makes all the Earth and Heavens with Joy TO ring
With song Of birds and trees and falling rain
Would he from sin his fellow man reclaim
And guide his steps to Wisdom's pleasant ways,
Where he may know and live his Makers praise
And learn 10 sing the glory Of His name
Then loose the shsckle from his aching limb,
Take from his heart the PRISONS dcaihly chill,
And let him DER smiling mead and hill
Where Natures voico--her low perpetual hymn
Will Danish from his soul each Hate impure,
And make il glow with Loves that shall endure
SALEM JAR, MAY 2, 1916.
The author Of this Sonnct-he editor Of the Lynn Pioneer
Is in jail Salem, suffering the penalty for most afroctous
crime nothing less than indng and publishing the following
words which our ise laws and pisr lawyers pronounce
libel:
went into tho Court when the mock trial on--and
never witnessed ridiculous farce The prisoner escap
very easily Of For he is Of property and
standing Hadhe been poor fellow, he would probably have
been prison."
Mr. CLArr probably convicted under that moral max
i'm OF the law which says, The greater truth, the
greater libel proposition which is Of ITSELF the greatest
libel on common sense that published
Rosion Courier.
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HrApeuAmrrns Anxr or occurArros,

Corpus Christi Ierds, November IL, lS15
SIp By report from Major Faunleroy, I'd Dragons,
commanding San Antonio dated the LIST instant appears
that upon the requison at the suggestion Of Major
Neghbors. represented 20 be " Indian agent under the
Government Of Texas, he dispatched party from bis
mand, the 3Oh Of October under the direction OF said
agent, to arrest Camanches who in the Lipan
camp not far from San Antonio, and who reported by
the Lpans TO have committed dcpredaons Corpus
Christi The CamaDches suffered themselves TO he taken
without resistance but afterwards suddenly broke from the
guard and made their escape The guard agrceaby 10
ders, fired upon thcm and wounded two Of the numbers there
being six eight in all.
This circumstance greatly be regretted and may be the
germ Of serious difficulty the Indian frontier My instruc
tons Major Fauneoy have been very ponedto exercise
great caution in all matters relating to alleged Indian dpeda
TONS In the present CASE the reports against the Comanches
entirely false least dcpredaens have been
mcd by them near Corpus Christi to my knowledge and
the naval force did attend the movement of the army, and
rendered assistance pursuant TO general orders before issued
from the Navy Department.
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HrApQuAnrrns Anmr or OccurArIos,

Z 4 LJQUel,
Sin i respectfully report that marched the morning
OF the 23d instant with the entire army from the camp,
the Colorado in the order prescribed in my order No. 35,
herewith enclosed After march Of fifteen miles, reach
ed, the morning of the 24ih, point the from
Matamoas Point Isabel eighteen niles from the former
and ten from the latter place. here left the infantry brgades
under Brgader General WORTH with instructions to proceed
in the direction of Matamoas until he suitable po-
ston for encampmen where he would halt holding the route
in observation while proceeded with the cavalry this pon,
to communicate with Transports supposed to have arrived
in the habo and make the necessary arrangements for the
establishment and defence of depot.
While my way hither, column approached by
party its right flank, bearing white flag. II proved to be
civil deputaton from Matamoras desiring interview with
informed them that would halt at the first suitable
place the road and afford them the desired interview. II
however, found necessary, from the want of water to
continue the route to this place. The depuaon halted while
yet miles from Point Isabel declining TO further
and sent formal protest Of the Project Of the northern
district of Tamaupas against occupation of the country,
which enclose herewith At this it discovered
that the buildings at Point Isabel in flames. then in
formed the bearer Of the protest that would when
opposite ,Matamoras and dismissed the deputaton
sdercd the conagaton before eyes decided evidence
Of hostility and not willing to he tred with any longer
particularly had to believe that the Project in
making this protest. but tool of the military authorities
at Matanoras.
The advance of the cavalry fortunately arrived here in sea-
TO arrest the fire. which consumed but three four houses
The port captain, who committed the under the orders,
said, of General Mca had made his escape before its
rival We found three inoensve Mexicans here the
rest having left for Matamoras.
was graed to find that the water expedition had exactly
answered to land movemen-he arriving in the
harbor only three hours before reached Point Isabel
with the other transports close in their The Porpoise
and Lawrence" brgs-ofwar, and cutter Woodbury."
lying outside have thought necessary TO order Captain
portcrs company to this place reinforce Major Munoc
Our great depot must be here, and is very important
against any enterprise of the enemy The engineer
officers examining the ground with view 10 tracing
lines of defence and strengthening the position.
As a sufficient Of supplies be thrown
forward toward Matamoa, shall march in the direction OF
that town. and occupy position it circumstances
will permit
enclose sketch prepared by my ad-dccamp, Lieutenant
Eaton, exhibiting the Of march since leaving the Colo
RADIO, and the bearings Of important points.
am, SIR, very respectfully, your obedent servant,
u TAYLOR,
Brepd Brig Gen. u s. Army, commanding.
The ADJUrANr GENERAL THE AMY,
Washington ID. G.
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HEapauanrrns Anmr on OccupArros.


Corpus Christi, Tsras, Nopcmbcr Z, ls15
Sra respectfully enclose copy of letter from Commo-
dore Conner, commanding the home squadron, which
ceved by the Saratoga soop Of war; the 9th instant
The intelligence communicated by lhc Commodore will doubt
less reach the scat Of Government long before the receipt
this letter.
The communication from the Secretary Of War; dated Dc
tober 6 received and acknowledged the LIST and I'd
instant purposcy deferred detailed reply the various
points embraced in that communication until could receive
mine Of October A. which covered Cat least in
par) the ground The intelligence from Mexico, how
tends TO modify in degree the views expressed in
that communication The position occupied by the troops
may perhaps I've the best while negotiations pending
any until disposition shall be manifested by Mexico
to protract them unreasonaby Under the suppoon that
such may be the view Of the Department, shall make
from this point except for the purpose of examin
ing the country until further instructions received You
will perceive from orders that reconnossaces almost
constantly in the field, the officers of engineers and topogra
phica engineers rendering valuable service those duties
refer you the reports made by those officers the chiefs Of
their bureaus for the information which is thus procured
in relation 10 the country An examination of the habo Of
Brasos Santiago will be ordered in few days,
proper vessel shall become disposable for that service
In is made this towards the Rio
Grande, may find il necessary to dctach portion Of the
army short distance into the interior, where wood be
e,dy procured than here But in no case do deem
il necessary to hut the troops Sheds with Platforms
which pitch the tents extensively used in camps
siton in Florida, and will cannot doubt, form sufficient
protection here.
Tn the hypothesis oil an early adjustment OF the boundy
and the consequent establishment Of permanent frontier posts
urge strongly upon the Department the necessity
Of occupying those posts before the weather shall set in
large Of sickness fear, to be sppchended, with
every precauton that be taken but the information
which obtain leads to believe that summer
would be attended with great expense Of health and
life As in Florida, the winter is the best for opera
tons in Texas.
am, sir, very respectfully, your obcdient servant
". TAYLOR,
Brepd Brig. Gen y. s. A., commanding.
The ADJurAsr GENERAL Of The Army
Washington, ID. c.
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HEApauAnrEns AnMY OF OccupArros.

HEADauARrEas ARMY OF OCCUPATION,
Camp al "EI Sauce, ll9 miles from Corpus Christi,
March Is, 1896
Sin avail myself Of chance opportunity to Corpus
Christi to report that have advanced to this point with the
calvary and first brigade Of infantry The second brigade
encamps tonight about miles my the third br-
gade about nineteen shall concentrate all my force
reaching the Little Colorado, thirteen miles in my 'front.'
to be prepared for any contingency happy say that
all the corps of the army in fine condition and spirits
equal TO any service that may be before Them
Within the last two days advance has met with small
armed parties of Mexans who seemed disposed avoid
They were, doubtless, thrown get information of
advance am, sir very respectfully, your obedient servant
u. TAYLOR,
Breret Brig Gen. U. S. A. commanding.
The ADJUTAsT GENERAL ofthe Army,
Washington, ID. C.
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DRowsED.The Detroit Advertiser Of May states that
while the Oregon lying at her dock on Thursday
night last gentleman (nsmed HAwLEr and from Monroe
county Now York. and on his way Miwauke) fell over
board and was drowned
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[Exlract. ]
CANT ON THE LEFT BANK OF TnE Rio GRANDE,
Opposite Matamoras, March 30, 1916.

CAar LEFT BANK TnE Rio GR.NDE,
Opposite Aafamoras, March 30, 1896
Sin have the honor to report that arrived al this camp
yesterday with the forces under my command, resistance
having been offered my advance the banks Of the river
any act Of hostility committed by the Mcxicans except
the capture Of two Of Dragons, sent forward from the
advanced guard deem possible that these two may
have deserted TO the enemy Of hem least bears
bad character Our approach to have created much
excitement in Maamora and great deal Of activity has
been displayed since arrival in the preparation Of batteries
The le bank is under of engineer
officers, and shall lose time in strengthening position
by such defensive works be necessary, employing for
that purpose portion Of the heavy guns brought round
The attitude Of the Mexcans is far decidedly hostile
An interview has been held, by my direction with the mill
tary authorities in Maamoras, but with satisfactory result
Under this state Of things must again and urgently call
attention to the necessity Of speedily sending recruits TO
this army
The militia OF Texas remote from the border
that cannot depend upon their aid.
The strength gained by filling up the regiments here,
TO the present feeble establishment would be Of very great
importance.
respectfully enclose field report Of the force in
this camp.
am, sir, very respectfully, your obedent servant,
II. TAYLOR,
Brepet Brig. Gen. y. s. A., commanding.
The ADJUTAST GENERAL THE ARMY,
Washington -. G.
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HEADQUARTERS AMY or OccUpArroN,

HEADaUARTERs ARNY or OCCUPATION,
Camp on the kfi bank Of the RIO Grande,
Opposite Matamoras, Isras, april 8, 1896
Sra have report material change in the aspect Of
affairs here since my despatch Of the 29th utmo The Mex
leans still retain hostile attitude, and have thrown up
works, evidently designed TO prevent from crossing the
river. From information which rely, these works
scanty armed with guns Of inferior calibe and would
oppose very feeble obstacles the turn Of affairs should
carry operations to the other bank.
On side battery for four FOUNDERS will be complet
cd and the guns placed 10 battery to-day These guns bear
directly upon the public square Of Maamoras and within
good range for demoshng the Their object cannot he
mistaken by the enemy, and WILL think, eccuay restrain
him from any enterprises upon side of the river strong
Fashioned field fort, for garrison Of 500 men, has been laid
out by the engineers in Of the battery and will he
menccd Immediately. This work will enable brigade
maintain this position against any Mexican Odds and will
leave free TO dispose Of the other corps considerations
Of health and convenience may render desirable.
The two Dragons that taken prisoners reported in
my communication Of the 10Th umo, have been rcturcdby
General Mea, upon my application but further inter
course has been carried with the authorities the other
side since my last despatch Efforts continually making
TO entice TO DESERT and, regret to say, have met
with considerable Four however, have been drown
ed in swimming the river, and two have been killed by our
pickets while attempting TO desert which has operated 70
check the practice majority Of those who have deserted
aso old offenders. l
Respectfully enclose tho minutes Of an interview held on
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DISPATCHES FROM GENERAL TAYLOR TO THE
ADJUTANT GENERAL.

We select from the papers under this head those which in
clude any thing either essential the limits Of this paper
not allowing to insert the whole Of them.
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Wan DEPARTMENT,

WAsHISeToS, MkRcH 2, 1916.
SIN Your letter Of the 9TH ulimo, addressed the Ad-
jutant General with accompanying documents marked Nos
and has been submitted the President for his consde
ration
Il is very desirable that you should all the means
your command TO acquire the full and nforma
ton IN relation not only the military in the
northern provinces Of Mexico but the feelings and DISPOSE
ton Of the people in them towards the present Government
and TO keep advised thereof is the settled determine
ton Of the United States every possible event. to protect
private property, to respect personal rights and abstain
from all interference in religious Upon these points
you will give the most ample assurances and improve every
occasion that arise TO furnish proof Of the good faith with
which these assurances made H the Of events,
you should have occasion TO Mexico, would be pro-
per to quiet all apprehcnsons, far be DONE by
public proclamation that the rights OF property persons and
religion VIII be respected. Particular should be taken
not TO alarm the religious feelings Of the Mexicans
~ tins Tune we have information direct from Mexico
80 late as that contained in the Of the Corpus Christi
Gazette Of the 18th Of February Though this il not OF
character to command much confidence yet may not be
prudent wholly TO disregard H. You cannot fail 10 have time
~ notice Of the approach Of any considerable Mexican forces
and, IN that event. will promptly and efficiently use the a
hoy with which you clothed call TO you such auxi
airy forces as may need The Governor OF Texas
been notified that you authorized by the President 10 make
requston him for troops il is not doubted that he
will promptly respond to any call you may make for that
purpose.
Your advance TO the Rio del Nortc will bring you as
matter OF course, nearer 10 your asaan Of hos
e and ~ the same time remove you 10 greater distance