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The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15
CANAL THROUGH THE ISTHMUS OF
SUEZ

We translate the following from the columns Of
our industrious neighbor of the Dc,asche Sclinel-
post; from what source he derived the intelligence
we are not informed.
The cutting through the Isthmus of Suez is at
last determined upon The condition of this en-
terprise in which Europe is combined are /. F.
gypt is made neutral State: her neutrality and
independence are guaranteed by the Porte, France,
England and Austria; .. Prussia, Russia, North
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

About 1000 new canal boats are estim.
ated TO have been added 10 the New YorE
canals, the present season-making, with
those previously registered, say 35OO.-Those
at 80 feet in length 10 each boat, wonld make
line Of boats over fifty three miles,in length
Wayne Sentinel.
Amos Lawrence has made another dona-
ton 10 Williams College OF 81, 900 for found
ing four scholarship
O. Hon. Daniel Webster and lady have
arrived in Boston. on their return from the
South.
NEW HAMPsHIRE.-The Legislature is now
in session. Moses Norris Jr speaker of the
House, and Harry Hibbard, President of the
SENATE. Hon. Jared w. Williams, Cover
nor elect took his oath of office June 5, and
has already delivered himself OF Message to
his democratic suppoiiers-iu which he
sustains the present administration and the
War for Slave territory. He also pretends TO
be in favor of the Wilmot Proviso. If the
democracy Of New Hampshire should come
out for this important Wing Proviso after de-
nouncing il as treason we shall hopes ola
reformation in the Granite State al this late
day.
Wiliians College,-The Springfield Re-
publican states that Amos Lawrence, ESQ.
OF Boston. has recently made another dona-
lion TO this college, OF $4,000, for the purpose
oil founding four scholarships; and $1,000 for
the erection of fountain in front Of Law
renee Hall. and in fitting up bathing rooms
Tor the students.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

HoRRIBLE.-Mr. Robert Meldron, an old and
respectable citizen residing near Deerield, Ohio,
met his death in the following horrible manner :
lie had been engaged on his farm burning brush
and trees a tree that had been fired fell across
his thighs, holding him fast And there he was
held IN that iron vice, with no human ear to hear
his shneks, nor no hand to help, vet the flames
crawling slowly to his side. first warming. then
blistering, and finally Selling the vitals. When
discovered, he was nearly consumed, and it was
difficult to recognize in the crisped mass ofdetach-
ed bones, any trace Of humanity.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

LAKE CHAMPLAiN. Since the opening of
the navigation of this Lake, the Northern
travel has been greater than at any former
period, so early in the season. Steamboats,
and canals are crowded.; and we are assured
by those who are cOnversant with this BUSH
ness. that not less than six hundred day are
now passing over the Champlain Canal, in
dependent of the different stages which leave
Whitehall.-Alb. Argus.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

The Washington correspondent OF the
New York Tribune understands from of.
hclal sources that all the claims occurring so
far during the war were TO be Immediately
liquidated, the sum of one hundred millions
of dollars would be required. including of
course the regular expense of the army
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

Some 1000 passengers have already been
landed at Milwaukee this season. We don't
know how many have been landed here, bat
large numbers-and every boat, when the
weather will permit them TO land, increases
it. Every MOTEL and boarding house is filled
10 Overlooking, and every team that cIn he
pressed INTO service is engaged in carrying
emIgrants into the country. Sheboygan Mer-
curry.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

q The case of Holden vs.. MCMakin Of
the Philadelphia Saturday Courier, has been
disposed of and in favor of the plaintiff.
The principle involved is a novel one and
the decision settles that the good will of pa
per is as much property and as valuable as
the types and press. The good will of the
paper was valued at $4,000.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

ExcITEMEST,-The Hibernia's news yes
terday produced an unusual excitement a.
mong the -four dealers of Broad st. and
South st. They collected in knots on every
corner. discussing their gains by the rise in
prices Several gentlemen went TO bed
with comfortable fortunes of which they had
no idea of in the morning. So much for the
ups and downs of life.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

THE regular annual Convention OF the
Liberty party in Vermont, for the nomination
of csndidatesfOr Stale officers, and the trans.
action of other important business, TO pro-
mote the advancement ofthe cause, will be
holden at MONTPELIER, on WEDNES-
DAY and THURSDAY. the 10Th. and I7;b
Of JUNE 1s47. commencing a, 10 O'Clock,
A. N. on Wednesday.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

BREADsrUFFs,-There arrived at this city
yesterday, by the way of the North River.
33,S79 barrels of flour, 1e5 of corn meal, %,
948 bushels of wheat, AZ, 764 Of corn, 300
of barley and 500 of rye.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

RETURN OF VoLUN1EEs. A large number of
volunteers arrived at New Orleans on the 22d and
Esd ult who belonged TO the twelve months re-
question: and some of whom had seen all the dis
comforts and perils of the campaign. Among
them was Colonel Campbell's regiment of LIST
Tennessee volunteers. who left New Orleans n
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15
For the Galaxy

For the Galaxy.
TURNING THE KEY ON THE POOR
DEBTOR.
l The Jailor spoke in kindly tone
1t was kind good night
"Twas hard, to leave me thus alone"
He did not think it right
He'd give me "some new straw" he said,
within day or two"
And get "a pillow for my head"
This 'ding would never do"
A kindly heart the Jailor had
He turnd his eye away
And in low tones Atoo bad-too badr
heard the Tailor say.
He knew me in my pleasant home,
When loved ones were around
Ere she, my sainted one, was gone,
Or grief my heart had found.
felt the Jailor's kindness then
But still L dar'd not speak
Least tears should flow, and unto men
1t would seem very weak
And so, uttered not a word,
But wished that he would go
So that my groans might not be heard
By witness of my vol
And now he's shut the creaking door
But pausing-tuns again
And asks if I'll "have nothing more
AS if to 90 were pain
shook my head and babe him 60
He hoped I'D soon be free
He sighed 'good night" voice was low
Then turned that rusty kyl
IT'S night!-rm sitting here alone
The little Pickering lamp
Shows me the walls of cold, cold stone
So dreary, dark and damp
What thoughts are mine l---weary of life!
Sad heart, and throbbing browl---
Could death but close this mortal strife -
Oh may God keep me nowl
I've ever loved my native land
Her hbertyher laws
And for her rights would ever stand---
My heart is in her cause;
And shall like a felon rot
Within this dingy cell
God of my Country This is not
The land I've loved so WE'LL
1t cannot be my country's veal
Such sacrifice demand,
Or that thus be made to feel
Expressions crushing hand
1 iciH not boW me to the stroke!
My hand and heart are strongI---
Why keep me till my heart is broke7
1 suffer wrong---foul wrong!
Oh call where cannon balls are flying
And muskets rattle
Where heroes are around me dying
In the fierce battle
Where gazing on the clear blue sky
Brave hearts around!
And Freedom Freedom is the cry
The stirring sound
And if my country bids me die
God bless the ground!
But here in this cold cell to lie,
Shut from the light of day
With bolts and bars and keepers by
AS if I'd run awayl
IT'S falsel no felon l. nor thief!
l am not here for crime
And have always paid my debts
has ,cas no debt Of mine!
10 Hush my proud heart Is thine oh God
The affecting stroke, in love?
To bow my pride kiss the rod
BY thee sent from abovei
Kind Father grant ever may
Feel sympathy for those
Who suffer pain or meath bonds lay
And mitigate their woes
Middlebury Jail, June IL, ls47
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15
FROM THE ARMY
NEWS FROM MEXICO.
GEN. WORTH AT PUEBLA.

A ssirn,ish Presidential Election IN Me:ri.
co-Capture Of LaLiscOyd-CdPture and
Re-cdpbre Of Montdta.
The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1847-06-15

OeDENsBURGH RoAD.-The annual meet
ing OF Of the stockholders of this road wa
held at Plattsburg last week when the fol
lowing Board of Directors were chosen:
George Parish,
Abbott Lawrence,
J. WileylEdmonds,
Benz. II. Reed,
Saml. S. Lewis,
Isaac Spaulding,
Hiram Horton.
Charles Paine,
John Leslie Russell,
Sewal +. Belknap.
LawrnnceiMyers,
Theoph. P. Chandler,
Anthony G. Brown.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02
From the Army.

The following letter written at Victoria
by a member Of the YazOo Volunteers
Mr.. David NJ. HOllingswOrth-afTords some
items which will no doubt be interesting to
our readers:
+*+ We have at last, with safety
reached Victoria. Nothing scarcely oc.
cured during our march from Monterey
worth mentioning. The country through
which we passed was really the finest |
have ever seen. Though our road was We.
ry rough, yet the scenery was romantic and
many of US felt that it amply repaid US for
our labor and the fatigue we underwent
Every three or four miles we would pass
through an orange grove, and the trees were
full Of delicious fruit, Of which we partOOk
Plentifnlly. This you know cost US moth.
ing.
On our route we came through several
small towns some of them were beauti.
fd, among which may mention Linares.
II is the Prettiest village | have ever seen
seen in Mexico.
When Gen. Taylor started back for Sal.
tillO, to the relief of Gen. Worth, General
Quiiman was made superior in command
of this Division. He is regarded in the ar.
my as a skil(ul and talented officer. Col.
Davis also stands very high. He has won
the confidence of not only bis own Regi.
menl, but Of the army, as brave, talented
officer. His GOODNESS, lselfPOssessiOn and in.
trePidity during The seige Of Monterey was
noticed by all who were near him during
The engagement. Mississippi should be
proud Of him.
We expected 10 have a "brllsh" here.
but the cnwardly MeIicAns left when they
ascertained we we're coming. The Me1i.
ceus iaiorm Us THAI Gen. Urea is Just be.
y6ndthe mountains-only fifteen miles dis.
lants. We viii know whether there Is
truth 70 Ibis rumor before daylight to.mor.
row, for thirty or forty Of vs. are going out J
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02
Z o m IN ercial.

OFFICE OF THE YAZO0 DEMOCRAT
TUESDAY EVENING, Feb. 2nd, ls47.
Since our last report, foreign account,
up to the 18th December, have been re.
ceived, showing a still further advance IN
the Liverpool Cotton Market, which have
impaired activity to this market, and or.
casioned further rise Of at least II cent.
p pound,
To-day the market is firm, and lots
change hands freely at the rates below
quoted.
We Particularize transactions during The
past week as follows :-s3 bales at 10. l6
at 1O4, at IL 80, 22s atll, 7 at 1898
liz, 5at1O5, l6 at lO3, 3 at lOA, satllb
g at III, 0 at %, ID at lOl.l6, 81 at IOi,
2 at lO4, 2 at lOI, 8 at 81, ID at 10, il at
lO3, 5atlO 5-l6, 10 at I04, 2satlO1,
81 atll, lsat ia, 20 at lO4, % atllI
s at l24 Total GIG bales.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02


The following resolution has been intro.
ducsd inthe New York Assembly, and a
the last accounts was under consideration
there we have no doubt but il will be
adopted.
Resolved, That our senators in congress
be instructed, a. our representatives reques-
ted to insist, upon all proper occasions, and
to vote for suitable provisions to be made
by law, that there shall be neither slavery
nor involuntary servitude in any territory
which shall hereafter be acquired by or an
nexed to the United States, otherwise than
in the punishment of crimes, when the party
shall have been bull convicted.
1t affords additional evidence of the de-
termination Of the north to resist the furth.
or extension of slavery at all hazards. It
speaks too plainly to be misunderstood, the
design Of that section Of the Union not on
ly to disregard, but to tramPle upon the
rights Of the south. But while itforewarns
and should also forearm the southern peo-
pie. They should firmly stand upon their
rights come what may, and teach northern
fanatics that they will not be driven from
them.
But is it not singular that while these
PsuedO, self-styled Philanthropists roll their
eyes with such holy horror at the bare
mention of slavery, whose notions of JUS
tice, will not allow them 10 consent that
their no less patriotic brethren Of the
South, should enjoy the privilege of rernov.
ing theirProperty TO any new territory that
our government may acquire, should so far
neglect the cause Of humanity at home, that
I is necessary for law to be passed limit
ngthe hours oflabor enacted of minors and
apprentices by their cruel task masters 7
The mover of resolution to this effect
declared that to his own knowledge, it was
n many instances, the case, in New York,
hat apprentices were kept at work l6
lOurs day."
Where is the southern planter who man.
tests such cruelty towards his slaves Yet
c is constantly abused and vilifed by these
anne persons who thus exercise such cru
tiles and expressions towards the young
pPrentices thrown by poverty and misfor-
Inc in their power. Let them learn to
Eercise more Of the spirit of justice and
at home, before they attempt the
nssage Of laws for prohibiting the slave.
Dlding community from the full enjoyment
{ eli thoroPrfviirges ana lmmunities gran
d them by the constitution of the United
tates.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02

ito reconnOitre. You she'll know the result
of the expedition in niy next.
What pleasant Christmas we spent !
We had neither an egg-nog q q fine din
nsr, bat marched sixteen miles over rough
road with our rifles on our shoulders. But
then we talked of home, of the friends
we've " lcItbehind u.s." a. INDUCED the fond
hope that they too thought oil US and drank
10 our health, our success and safe return,
and we were comfoded.
j am sorry to inform you that our friend
A. p. Hill was left sick at Monterey. But
he was not dangerously i'll, and we hope
will soon be able to be on duty again.
D. M. HOLLINGSWORTH,
Camp near Victoria, Jan. 2nd, ls47.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02
nv 3 a m D a ign.

Pun Ofths campaign and equally ~ ltlmer.
- n lie ppiniOas relative q the policy
NH sSl ID be adopted.
BY some it is regarded as certain that the
-Mext blow will be struck at Vera Cruz by
llaWSSl.u1d sea, and that our army, having
captured that city, will move on to the cap.
itol of Mexico. In that event Santa Anna
will be compelled to leave his stronghold
San Luis, and march to the defence Of the
city of Mexico. There the great battle
will be fought on which will depend the
result Of the conflict, should this be the
plan of the campaign.
Wa trust that this report, as to the inten.
ded movements Of our forces, may prove
correct. Our gallant seaman are burning
with anxiety to strike blow which will be
felt by the enemy. They have fretted
and complained at the policy which has
hitherto doomed them to "masterly mac
livity, :" and it is due to them that they should
have an opportunity of proving their PROV.
ess, and of sharing in the glory Of con.
quering satisfactory and an honorable
peace. Not only so, but inasmuch as the
vain and naughty foe pridcs himself on the
invincibility of the castle of San Juan d.
UllOa, its capture would go far towards
humbling his pride and teaching him the
strength of the nation, whose rights he has
tramPlcd upon, and against which he has
dared to lift the arm of defiance.
1t is again rumOred, on the authority of
statement OF Commodore Perry, that the
castle of San Juan d Ulloa is not to be
attacked, and that he will not return to the
Gulf of Mexico. And, moreover, that the |
Military Committee in the Senate are in
avor of concentrating all our forces in a
body, and marching them to San Luis
There to strike the Mexican wolf in his
len--driving him from his strOnghold-and
hen if necessary, to march on against the
,ity,of Mexico.
Future events alone will decide these
rumors. One thing, however,
S certain. 1t is the determination of the
Government to prosecute the war with en-
rgy and with effect. This is evidenced
y every movement which is made. BY
and and by sea preparations, commensur.
te with the object to be accomplished, arc 4
Ding on. The adoption of the Loan Bill, :
nd Of the Army Bill, by the House of Rep, /,
,sentatives, shows that that body, notwith. 4
anding its action on the suggestion of the
'cretary of the Treasury for imposing a r
tY on tea and coffee, is determined to CO.
crate with the Executive in adopting
easures for prosecuting the war energeti- i
lily. The whole tenor OF the proceed
g in the Senate leaves not doubt that, +
1t body too will unite ia adopting such i,
'as1res asthe present exigences imperi.
sly demand. So may it be.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02


4 From WAsHINGTON.--The following
brief sketch of debate in the Senate on
the 18th, and in the House of Representa-.
tives on the 18th, taken from letter of a
I friend in Washington, may not prove wholly
undressing:
On yesterday morning | listened to an
exciting debate in the Senate on the pro-
position of Mr.. Cameron to engraft in the
War Bill provision authorising the Sec.
rotary OF war to issue scrip for quarter
section Of land to all the volunteers in the
service at this time. was much aston.
shed at the proposition, and also at some of
the speeches made upon it. 1t was intended
for "bome consumption and SO were
the speeches.
Mr.. Cameron spoke first. lie is a very
ordinary man in appearance-is not con.
sIdered talented and has but little influence
in the Senate. Mr.. Benton followed him.
lie by far exceeded my expectations, so Ear
as manner and style are concerned. Next
TO Gen. Jackson he is the greatest looking
man have ever seen. He speaks in !
clear, and distinct tone Of voice, and at times
thrills the audience, without appearing to
know It. His friends here think he viii
soon be THE BENTON he was during Gen.
JacksOn's Administration. tits now under.
stood that he will in future give the Ad-
warm support.
Mr.. Benton was followed by Messrs. Phelps,
Crtienden, Allen, Corwin, Badger, Sewer
and others. Crittenden is mild, pleasant
speaker but heard no outburst of clio.
4nence. Allen is a real furioso kind of a
speaker. His manner, as an orator, is not
yet he is very able man and
stands high in the Senate. Sewer has
good deal Of wit and humOr. CorwiD is
foil, heavy looking man and as a speaker
ell Tar below my expectations.
The Bill and amendment were postnoned
lhtil to-day. Il however will pass in some
hape in few days.
The Slavery question is exciting urea,
interest In the House Of Representatives.
IS connected with the bill before that bodv 10
,rganize the newTerritory ofOregnn. I fear
hattie wings & democrats atthe North will
mite IN opposition to the extension of slave.
y IN any new territory we may acquire or
yer which our laws may be extended
ott1lthstaHdtag The Missouri compromise :
IL. Petit, democrat from Indiana r,,6s
violent anii-slavery speech on Yesterday.
M was replied to to-day by Mr.. Leake oil .
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02

LEDBETrER's LINE OF POsT COACHES.
We would refer the travelling portion OF
the community to the advertisement OF Mr..
Ledbetter's Line Of four horse Post Coach.
es in to.days paper.
His excellent horses, substantial! vehicles,
experienced and careful drivers will doub /.
less secure him the very liberal patronage
which his enterprise merits.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02

DIFFICULTY BETWEEN The Hon. HENRY
A. WISE AND THE BRAZILIAN GOVERN.
MENT.-The New York Sun Of the 10th
publishes an account of difficulty which
recently occurred between the Hon. Henry
a. Wise, and the Brazilian government
1t was occasioned by the arrest of 1t. Da.
Wis, and of two men (lho latter being intox-
icated) from the United States ship Colum.
bia, while the vessel was at anchor in the
harbor of Rio, Mr.. Wiso and Commo.
modore Rosseau opened correspondence
with tho Brazilian government demanding
their release, and informing them that if it
was not done in two hours the Columbia
would open her batteries upon the city,
The Lieutenant was released, but the men
were retained in custody, under the plea
that they were found intoxicated in the
streets, and were amenable to the civil au.
thorities.
In day or two aher this the Tnfanta
Isabella, the emperor's youngest child, was
christened, and Mr.. Wise and Commodore
Rosseau and all other Americans refused
to participate in any manner, in the
ceremonies Of the occasion. Alter that
they we're subjected to repeated insults.
The House Of Commons (the National
Parliament being in SESSION. passed a res
olution requesting the withdrawal of the
American minister, but the Upper House
rejecting it, rendered their resignation in
a body. In the meantime Col. StevensOn's
Regiment, on their way TO California, ar.
rived, and Capt. Turner was Immediately
sent home by Mr.. Wise with dispatches for
our government.
A different version ofthe affair is given
by the Rio Janiero correspondent of the
New York Courier and Enquirer, showing
Dir. Wise to be the srring party. Tho
official statement will, however, place tho
difficulty in its proper light.
1.-THE statement published in the New
York Sun be correct, the conduct Of Mr..
Wise should, and we trust will, meet the
universal approval Ofhis cOuntrymen. He
has acted OH the maxim adopted by Gen.
Jackson in his intercourse with foreign
nations--"tO ask nothing that is not clearly
right, f. to submato nothing that is rrorlg"
and he should not only be sustained by
his government but encouraged by the
loud, approving voice of his countrymen.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02
LEDB ETTER'S
Line of Four Horse Post Coaches,

FRoM Lexington, Benton, Yszoo CITY
aud Canton. Leaving Lexington eve-
~ Sunday, Monday and Tuesday morning
"a O'Clock A. M. Arriving al Benton to
Notwithstanding Canton at half after 3
p NJ, TO meet the Stage from Colu 1bus
t. Jackson. Leaves Canton at 4 O'Clock
same evening. arriving at Benton to sup.
ner-'e'urning TO Lexington that night By
3 O'Clock A NJ.
The Sage also leave Yszoo City every
morning by light-arrives at Benton 10
breakfast, to meet the Lexington Siege Tor
C4ntOn-reIurning Immediately 10 YszOO
City by II, for the Vicksburg packer, If
any passengers, # there are no passengers,
It will not return until after dinner.
RICHARD LEOBETTER.
February 2, lS47. I7.ly.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02

OREGON TERRIToRY.-A bill has passed
the House ofRePresentives for the establish.
ment Of a territorial government in Oregon
In the Senate, on the 18th, it was read
swice and referred to the committee on the
Judiciary.
The Yazoo Democrat. (Yazoo City, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1847-02-02

Vocal ENTERTAINMENT would
ask the attention of our citizens to the card
Of Mr.. II. S. Green in an another column,
announcing that he will give Concert in
this city on to morr0w erening.