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New ORLEANS, May Is, 1886.
SPIRIT OF KENTUCKY.
To the Editor cfhs Union;


Sra All is life and action not only in the city of
Louisville, but throughout the counties, 80 far as
we have been able to hear. The Louisville Legion,
composing nine companies, all filed up with from
sixty-four rank and file TO one hundred and twenty
each company, now ready for embarkation, TO
which two more companies Of German citizens will
be added, all from this city-which will make
force Of not less than thousand men; add to this
one hundred and thirty-six brave Kentucky troop,
as hne-looking young men as ever backed a horse,
now enrolled and fast increasing in numbers, with
the shout ringing in the air, "to arms! to arms"
forms a scene really warfike So general 10 the ex-
element among all parties, that whiggery and de-
mocray have met and are buried in one common
grave-each and all, rich and poor (no distinction)
rushing forward TO obey the call of their beloved
country. | do really believe ten thousand men are
now willing to support the President in arms and
sctlle the question forthwith between our govern
ment and Mexico volunteers alone from old Ken
lucky. President Polk and the House Of Repre-
sentatives have done their duty, and Kentucky,
wing as she is, will do her duty, and support the
dignity and honor $50 far in her lies the power)
Of the nation in all time to come. What, sir, would
be the result were we to have with Great Bri-
tain, Judging from the present imPulse' May pre-
dict, from some little experience and present pros
pects' Why, sir, every man and boy capable of
bearing arms would rush TO the ranks to chastise
that naughty nation from the centre to the circum
ference Of the gallant State OF Kentucky Our firm
and dauntless President will be fully sustained, even
on the Oregon question. On the appearance Of the
governors proclamation, Mr.. Preston, in one hours
time, instrumental in having placed to the credit
of the State $50 900, and notified the governor there
Of, to enable the troops to depart Il is expected
like sum will be subscribed in Lexington. have
taken the liberty to name Mr.. P. in connection with
the noble and patriotic act let his name 90 round.
II is to be hoped that the Of all the gentlemen
who contributed to the named will soon be
made known to the public, 80 that we may know
them in conncxion with this liberal act Of patriotism
have just learned that Gov Owsley has sent
Quartermaser Dudley down to hasten off the
Legion and that the brave band will leave on Satur-
day the 23d on the steamboats, Diana and Alexan-
der Scott, two fine large boats. They will reach
New Orleans on the 9th. The rush is beyond de-
scrip,ion, and do not know but may be necessa-
ry to constitute board to decide on who shall stay
at home. 1t is understood here that government,
will want thousand horse and two thousand
foot although we have not received the governors
letter of confirmation. The horse will be ready
early in the coming week for departure.
Yours respectfully, in great haste
THOS. M. HICKS.
LOUISVILLE, May 81, 9 o'clock, a. m.
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WAR MOVEMENTS.
SPIRIT OF TENNESSEE.

Extract Of letter 10 Washington, rom gentleman Ia
.NashpiLis, l6h Nay, 1886.
sour town al present Is the theatre Of military
element, occasoned by the late news from Texas.
Robert C. Foster (son Of Ephram) started out this
morning with drums beating and colors flying, and
before night he had full company of men pledged
TO stand IN readiness 10 march at a moments warn
ing to join the standard OF their country on the
banks OF the Rio Grande. l understand that two
or three others have got companies in this county
wholly or partially raised. Ex-Governor Jones
reported to Gov. Brown one or two companies from
Wilson. In Smith two or three companies are, or
are TO be, raised under the auspices of Gen. VIM. b.
Campbell; and in Sumner as many more. Trousdale,
Campbell and Jones to be the competitors for the
command Of the Tennessee troops The volunteers
will elect their officers, and whoever they may des-
Ignate for the command the governor will appoint
presume. Gen. Jackson and the incidents Of the
late war have stamped upon the western country
character which will affect her course for ages yet
to come The practice of permitting the volunteers
TO elect their officers is not among the least of
the things that contribute 10 this patriotic devotion
The whole town and country, too, for miles around,
are now assembled at the courthouse. i went
up TO hear them, and young man by the name
Haynes, volunteer and graduate Of West Point
was addressing the audience; but could not get
near enough 10 hear what was said, and came
away 10 write this letter TO you. Since have
come away, | understand Gov. Jones is now speak
ing. Tennessee needs no orator TO fan the fame of
her patriotic ardor. There will be two or three
times as many who will volunteer their services
as can 60. The truth is, they have not yet got
their marching orders; and Gov Brown does not
yet know that any troops from Tennessee will be
required. But If there should be call, Tennessee
will respond, as she always has done, at moments
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qured TO pay the expenses incurred for the four re-
gments. IL would be well, perhaps, 10 refer this
matter to the action Of the finance committee.
The Legion Of louisiana rendered its services as
brigade on Sunday last. The tender was accept
ed on Monday, and orders issued that IL be ready TO
take the line and march on Thursday, the l4th inst
That time unayoidably has been extended 70 Mon
day, the 18th instant when il is expected that this
admirably appointed and efficient corps will be mus
tered into the service of the United States provided
the legislature votes the supplies necessary to equip
Il upon the footing of the brigade already formed.
The cost Of this, II is supposed, will not fall much
short Of thirty thousand dollars.
The legislature can, therefore, plainly that the
unpaid expenses ofrecrdtng for me four regiments,
including the varied expenses Of disappointed squads
and companies, and the sum necessary to t out the
LegloR will require appropriation Of not less than
one hundred thousand dollars. In this state Of
things, permit me 10 suggest that the just aspira-
tons OF the Legion ought not in my opinion, to be
pretermtted, il the legislature resolve TO do more
than pay the expenses Of the four regiments
There is no doubt, in my judgment, of the neces-
sity Of preparing most vigorously for an active and
expensive campaign. purely defensive attitude
too long maintained, but no longer demanded by
calculations Of policy, would be disgracefu in the
highest degree TO national character; and there
is but little doubt that Louisiana from her geograph-
cal proximity TO the seat OF war; and from the sea
Of the year at which 1t has broken out, must
share largely in the first decisive blow that will be
directed against the Mexican forces. But in view Of
all the circumstances herein adyeted to- to wait for
the development Of a few days will not, trust,
bring disaster upon our arms.
In few days | shall be made acquainted with the
true position of Gen. Taylor's army, and Of its
wants; and in the mean time the whole public see
and feel the inspiration, hope of the action Of the
federal authorities.
Our operations then will be no longer embarrass-
ed by doubts and hestancy to come in conflict with
powers that properly belong to the general govern
ment. Besides, General Tsylsr will in one week
have under his command force of from eight to
ten thousand men, which will, should think, ena-
ble him to take the iniatye in the field.
In conclusion, and in haste, | have to say "thy
will and not mine be done" in the premises; and in
addition, that have confidence Congress will re-
place our disbursements without cavil and without
delay, should the authority Of the legislature be
forcibly and promptly employed to accomplish il.
ISAAC JOHNSON.
Ntw ORIEAHx Nav IL l846
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LOUISVILLE, May 81, 8 o'clock, a. m.
Extract Of a letter from .Neio York, .May 25.

understand the greatest activity prevails at the
navy-yard Brooklyn. am also glad to learn that
the Albany, sloop-of-war, is to be launched and
fitted for sea. The launch will take place in about
a fortnight. understand our home or gulf squad
ron will consist of from 80 TO 40 vessels afoat and
fully equipped for effective service by the 25th of
June next. The whole to be under the command of
Commodore Conner while the Pacific squadron
will remain under the command of Commodore
Sloat learn that the sloops-ofwar Dale, Preble
and Boston, will be fitted for sea. Besides, the
store ships Lexington and Relief are now also fitting
out for service.
1t is rumored that the government has purchased
three fine schooners, built by Messrs. Brown e. Bell
Of this city, to be equipped Immediately for service
on the Mexican coast. Brown a. Bell built eight
light draft schooners for the Mexican government
Five they paid for leaving two unpaid for, and
which have probably been purchased. 1t is also
rumored that our government is in treaty for two
steamers, built for the Mexican government in this
port by the same parties, which they were unable
to pay for The schooners, it is said can be fitted
out for in week. and the steamers in four or
five weeks These vessels are well adapted for SER
vice on the Mexican coast as the steamers draw
ess than feet and the schooners less than s feet.
II is proposed to arm them with one large gun each,
besides few pieces placed midships.
The despatch and energy which have marked the
proceedings Of government, deserve the greatest
dit The military and naval bureaus have acquitted
themselves in the noblest manner. They deserve
and will receive the thanks Of patriotic people.
The correspondence in reference TO our Mexican
relations just published in the Union, have heard
spoken Of as being highly creditabe to our govern
ment, and as most clearly placing Mexico in the
wrong throughout.
Our advices from Montreal come down to the
Odd inst A large number of merchant ships had
arrived at Quebec. The number Of arrivals to the
Goth reached I76. A large number Of emigrants
had arrived. 500 sufferers by the fire received re-
lief from the charity fund on the 2Qth.
The market was dull to-day. Stocks were still
heavy at the second board.
Small sales Genesee -four we're made at 81 so
"a SGT. The article is dull at the latter quotation.
There was no change in corn, rye, or wheat-all
were dull Provisions ditto.
The sales Of cotton were only from 100 to 900
bales. No change in price. Sellers appear disin-
clined to yield to the offers Of purchasers until fur
Their advlces can be Obtained, now daily expected by
the Great Britain, this being her 18th day out.
Freights to Liverpool continue firm. All the
packets to the middle of June are full and the tran
sient ships demand s. per barrel for four and from
to I'D for cotton.
To Havre, cotton is taken at Id.
Exchange continues TO fall of.
Sterling is down to 81 a9I.
On Paris, lower rates also prevail
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The civil and diplomatic bill Is among the last Of
the appropriation measures which demand the imme
date action of Congress. This bill will probably
pass the House Of Representatives tomorrow and
then, we fervendy trust the road is open to the i'm
mediate discussion Of the tariff. We have never
seen better and 6rmer spirit among our republican
friends than NOW. We say again and again, in the
frankest and boldest, and yet most respectful
spirit tina, il is time to act upon t--time to carry
out the reforms for which we into power, (and
this is the greatest among thsm)-time to relieve
suffering people, and equalize the burdens, as well as
the blessings, Of the government Let no man tell
us that this measure cannot succeed. Let no mem
Der complain that his friends will not stand by
him. and do their duty. Cowardiee, nay, in such
case, despair betrays almost like treason. Let
the republicans stand up to their duties like men, and
the ship is safe.
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AARON v. BROWN
JoHs s. YoUse, Secretary of State.
LETTER FROM GENERAL GAINES.
HEADQUARrrRS, WESTERN DIVISION,
New Orleans, MAY 4, lS46.


Sir: Recent events in Mexico, and more espe-
cally upon the Rio Grande where hostlities against
our pioneers and recommending parties have COM
menced by the Mexican forces, convince me that
the government Of the United States will no longer
hesitate authorize the concentration Of respeca-
BILE force Of western volunteers upon that important
section OF our national frontier.
Under this impression, have solicited the Presi-
dents authority to concentrate upon that border, in
the present month, fifty battaons; each battalion
consist Of six hundred men, to be accepted into the
service Of the United States for six months unless
sooner discharged To obviate the loss oftme in the
accomplishment of this all-important measure think
it my duty to say that your exceency would con-
tribute much to the interes Of the service by
ticpating a formal requistion from the Department
of War, by authorizing two, three, or four battal
ions of infantry and rhemen from the young men
embracing the chvalry Of Tennessee, to organize
and repair to this city soon as practicable, where
they shall receive arms, with every requisite sup
ply to promote their health and comfort and render
them ready for action. From this city they will
proceed by good vessels, steamers if possible, to the
Rio Grande, near Matamoras.
have the honor to be, with great respect, your
obedient servant,
EDMUND P. GAINES,
Major General United States Army,
Commanding Western Division.
His excellency AARON V. BRowN,
Governor Of the State Of Tennessee.
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THOMAS BEwLEr and ANN, his wife,
Auctioneer.

THOMAS BEwLEr and ANN, his wife, In Queen
.8nn's county
o' court sitting
as court Of
JAMES Il: bEwLEY. term, 1916.
HE object Of this suit is to procure decree for
Il sale Of certain premises in Queen Ann,s
county, conveyed by certain James Roe 10 James
l.. Bewey, nonresident, in Fee that your orators
may receive the difference between the suno n,id
therefor by said James l.. Bewley, and the amount
OF auch sale, IN the event that said James L. Bew-
icy shall not pay unto your orators the sum of ff-
teen hundred dollars with interest from the date of
the aforesaid conveyance.
The bill states that, some years ago, your orators
conveyed certain premises to a certain James Roe
IN fee, for the Of two thousand dollars bu, thai
said conveyance was intended to operate as mort
gage, for that said Roe passed his bond to Thomas
bewley, binding himself to reconvey on the pay
ment to said Roe Of said two thousand dollars; and
further that said Roe gave a bond to Ann wife of
Thomas Bewley, providing for her an annuity of
seventy-two dollars during her natural life in case
said Ann should survive said Thomas Bewev.
The bill further states that said Roe offered To vo
orators the sum Of fifteen hundred dollars for the
delivery Of the aforesaid bonds but that vour ora
tors, believing the said premises to be worth moro
money, and being unwilling the title should pass
out of the family Of your orators prevailed ,inon
James L. Bewley, the defendant TO DISCHARGE the
debt due and owing TO said Roe, who thereunon
conveyed said premises to said defendant in fee but
your oTaOrS aver tnat " was understood and
between them and said defendant that the daTnnd
ant should have only the estate and interest therein
which said Roe had held; and that, trusting 10 the
hl'al affections Of said defendant, did not require
such obligations from him said Roe passed. and
now said defendant hath elected them from said
premises to the great injury of your orators and
they are without remedy, except by the interference
OF this court and that the said James L. Bewley
resides out Of the State Of MARYLAND
his thereupon adjudged and ordered, that the
complainant, by causing copy Of this order to be
inserted IN some newspaper published in the city of
Washington, District Of Columbia, once in each of
three successive weeks before the first day of july
next give notice to the said absent defendant of The
object and substance Of this bill, and warn him ~
appear in this court in person, by solicitor on ar
before the second day Of November next, to answer
the premises and show cause, if any he has, why a
decree ought not to pass as prayed.
p. B. HOPPER.
True copy. Test: JOHN TILGHMAN.
May 2s-law3w
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GEN. WORTH AND LIEUT.. BLAKE.
Extract Of a letter from General Worth, dated .Nsu
Orleans, May Is, 1886.

Extract Of letter from General Worth, dated JNtir
Orleans, May 10, 1886.
"You will probably by this mail, hear Of the loss
Of that gallant ornament and devoted member Of
your corps, my warmly cherished friend, Blake.
The manner adds poignancy to our sorrows. Had
he fallen in the conflict, in which, by all accounts,
he had especially distinguished himself, regrets
would have been turned into envy. After the battle
casting aside his weapons one Of his pistols tci.
dentally discharged, and gave him mortal wound.
Knowing and vdluing him as did, you will readily
conceive how | deplore his loss, both as gallant
and true hearted friend, and accomplished comradR
He has LEFT no better soldier behind" Lieutenant
Blake served with General Worth throughout his
operations in Florida.)
"our troops have behaved with great intrepidity.
Every man has done his duty My own gallant
regiment speaks for itself in the list Of killed and
vounded--verifed by the colors Of the crack Mex
lean regiment, that OF Tosasco. Would to God
could have been with them; but sad fate ordered
otherwise There is time YET It is but the beginning
ofthe end. | sail tomorrow, and With Gods bless.
ing will be in line by the 2lst."
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We hsvea large number Of speeches on hand
waiting for the day Of publication. II is our Pur-
pose for some days to come, to devote to them our
first page. We shall not change this arrangement,
except under imperative circumstances. We give
one interesting European letter this evening. We
have another on hand for tomorrow. The large
space which we surrender to detail Of military
movements is demanded by the absorbing interest
Of the subject In future however, we shall endeay.
or to condenss the details given under this head.
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BY A. Green, Auctioneer.

BY A. Green, Auctioneer.
NOTHING, clothing at auctiOn.-On
~ Friday, the 29th instant shall sell at my auc-
ton rooms, Concert Hail. Todd's buildings, at
o'clock, p m, a large lot Of ready-made clothing
We enumerate in part
6 cloth dress coats
10 tweed, sack, and frock coats, for summer
"a check do do
lS satin vests, late style
"a Marseles do do
together with large lot of pants, of fashionable
style, which must be sold. Terms cash.
=, A. GREEN,
May 27-3t Auctone,sr
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CHINEsE CHEssMEN, FANS, SC.

~ just received from Canton the most superior
lot Of chess men, carved in ivory, ever sent to this
city Also lot Of beautiful Chinese fans, Of supe-
nor quality; together with complete assortment Of
fancy stationery, such papateries pearl and ivo-
~ card cases, pen-holders, work-boxes, gold pen
cils and gold pens ivory and pearl folders and seals,
work-boxes, and writing desks, portfolios, &c; all
Of the richest style and patterns.
Also complete assortment Of ststionery and fam
cy goods, at ell prices.
For sale by w. F. BAYLY,
Pennsylvania av between llth and u sta :
May 27--d6t
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DRITIsH ANNUAL REGISTER. nrice

british ANNUAL REGISTER, price
ID reduced.-Sets Of the above valuable work
edited inits earlier volumes by Edmund Burke, and
running lin eighty volumes) from its commence.
ment in 1853 down to the year 1896, can be puur-
chased in London for IA guineas. Copies can be
imported to order by +. TAYLOR.
The work since 1886 vii cost IS per annum.
Nav Of
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private residence at pri-

nESIRABLE private residence at pri-
- sate saie:-Wil be sold at private sale the
west half Of Lot No. S, in square No. 2s6 with the
handsome new two-story frame house, with base
ment and attic; the house has twelve rooms. This
property fronts on New York avenue, near the cor
ner OF 18th street. and is very desrably located for
private residence, being in healthy and rapidly
improving part OF the city, and having the advan-
tage ofas good water in its immediate vicinity as
can be found in the city. The pro perty rents
readily for $50 per annum. For price and terms,
which will be very liberal, apply to
=. r. W. DYER,
May E-eo4f Auctioneer and Com Mer
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by A. GREEN, Auctioneer.

by A. GREEN, AuctiOneer.
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, watches,
IL silver spoons, clothing, &C, at auc-
tion.-on Friday, the 29th instant, at 10 O'Clock,
shai sell al my auction store, Concert Hail. Todd's
building, a lot Of furniture the effects of Hem
ry Culver, deceased | enumerate in part
bedstead, bed, and bedding
trunks, l carpet tablecloths
Curtains, gold watch / silver watch
IL silver spoons, soup spoon
superior double-barreled gun
With other articles not necessary to enumerate
Terms cash.
A. GREEN,
May 27-3t Auctioneer
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LUST arrived FROM England. Min,r.ls

u Geological, and Fossil specimens, with some re-
cent Shells now on sale, until the Both May, eight
nue.. The subscriber solicts visit from the scien-
tito public it being fine opportunity to add to their
cabinets. ..
Also Mineralogical series Of los specimens for
az 90; Geological series Of 100 specimens for SO 90
Geological models Of Mount Etns and the Isle Of
Wight, each 81 90.
Geological chart for so cents
May 5s-3F THos. d. BENNETT.
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FOURTH WARD.

Mr.. Eprron BY inserting the following ticket
you will much obhge many voters Of the 4th ward:
For alderman, Walter LsnoK; for common eoun-
cal Samuel Bacon, samuel Burche, Francis Mohun.