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From tho N. q. Picayune, March "a.
Mexican Affairs.

We find little in the Mexican papers which has not
been embraced in our correspondence. We note, how
ever, few words in regard to New Mexico and Chi
huahua The papers speak freely of late abortive
spiracy in New Mexico They counted upon rising upon
our troops with six thousand men and annihating them
They attribute the discovery of the conspiracy and the
rest OF the principals engaged in il to Vigil Alarid to-
wards whom they show no mercy. They complain loud
" OF the successes Of the Yankees" they call u.s. and
hope to succeed better in their next conspiracy Ii one
could trust MEXICAN accounts they would make the stu
alton of New Mexico critical
messenger who had been despatched from Ell Paso to
Santa re for artillery and reinforcements betrayed his
trust and carried his despatch to Chihuahua, and gave
them to the government They know that their capital
is threatened and their sole hope of safety is the arrival
of aid from the south On the 3Oh of January the rein
forcements their march from the south for the defence
OF chihuahua had not reached that city. There were
there 700 regular troops 300 armed countymen and
more were expected from the vicinity They had too 10
force considered totally inadequate to the defence OF
the town.
Durango is still ravaged by the Indians The details
are without interest," but show lamentabe state Of af
fairs BY the way, the Indians of New Mexico said
to be as disguised with Nhe Yankees" the Mexcans
themselves
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DOMESTIC GOODs.-Wc have now n large and we'll
IL assorted stock OF domestic goods We have
cases extra fine domestic longcoths, English finish
do fine do do "A wide
do l2t cent longcloths of the Boot Mill, Waltham
and other makers
do lowprced cotton
do l24 Hamilton cotton shectngs
do Ga do do
10000 yards calicoes l2A cents every possible variety
Also. cotton checks, twiled cotton pants, DC.
These goods having beenpurcased from manufacturers
agents, we sell them ut the lowest possible
APP 2-3ti( d. CLAGETT, Il CO.
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lis horse until closed, and never for momen, lief, his

His horse until closed, and never for moment left his
post.
The old general nchiei remained at his original and
much exposed position, experimenting the battle and
narrowly watching ia events An cscopxtte ball passed
through his overcoat-that same old brown, 80 familiar
to all the officers and who have ever been under his
command, and which has seen several campaigns in
fiorida, IN Texas, and in Mexico
IN .le night OF the 2ad both armies drew off from the
neia OF oaue Our men engaged all night in bring
ing IN the wounded and taking of them-the Mex
tans as wen as Their own There were, however,
out lew oil our men found the field wounded They
were 10 use Santa Annals significant words in his des-
Iatch' AL dead, the cowardy mscreants having killed
every man whom they overlook wounded and helpless on
, ,he nela WIN IKE .arplgde and Teachery they LETT
on the field where they fell The latter were carried 10
Salhllo IN our own wagons The former were buried by
the alcalde under the orders Of Gen. Taylor
number o. ohlceTs were taken prisoners, and
change was effected by which all our men who are now
IN their hands were released Cassus NJ Clay's party
are understood now to be in the city OF Mexico
Among the killed and wounded of the Mexicans are
hfee general officers and twenty ooonels and command
ers OF bailions Gen. Minon, 1t appears has not as
yet realized the brilliant of which he considered
his capture OF Maj Borland earnest He ordered
by Santa Anna to attack and carry Salto during the en-
gasement at Buena Vista, With this object he made
demonstration against the town with 1900 cavalry
Lieut. Shower, with sixty men and two small pieces of
artillery went out 10 meet the valiant general and at
discharge of his cannon sent him and his large force
the ngh-about in double-quick time.
In concluding necessarily imperfect sketch of the
few details OF the brilliant deeds of American vaor per-
formed at Buena Vsta-details gathered from hasty
conversation we must be allowed express our salts
IDENTIFY and frequently expressed of the bravery and
efficiency OF our volunteers have been than realz
ed Let those who have heretofore made our citizen
soldiers the theme OF their rbaldry and dicule be for
eyer husned INTO silence by the unparalleled gaantry and
glory which have cOnsecated in American history the
bloody field OF Buena Vista. t.ssfss
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A note, addressed by Assistant Adjutant Bliss, from
General Tayors army mentions the fact that the general
received two balls during the battle passed through
the cuff OF the coat, the other through the front
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FRoM CArlFoRSA-A letter from Topic, published N
Mexican paper quotes dates from Cafoni1 OF the sti
Of Janpay, the effect that General keamy ad arriYet
from Santa Fc with a force of about hundred men
who, uniting with another force, had attacked the town
Angeles defended by Flores,) which taken after
Stout resistance Flores esce ped and the troop which wa.
under his orders captulaed SO would appear that Cal
ioma is again in our possessoD.--Naf Intel
And is likely remain sobecause Stevenson's regi-
meni of whose arrival in part have heard at Valpa
raso, have no doubt arrived in California before this
time. Our united force would be sufficient to look
down any opposition which Castro and Flores and the
Mexicans and Indians would be able TO muster agans
us-UNIoy
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GS-Jackson Democratic Associataon.-A stated n,er,
ing OF this association will! be held Monday evening
next the 9th iGst MT ~ O'clock p Members are re-
spectinly requested to intend. =, W. McKNEW
April B Secret,,v
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SERvANT's WI1AR.-We have just received
~ 90 pieces burlaps Nos. I, q and
5000 yards cotton Osnaburgs, best quality
10000 do brown cottons all prices, from g UP
70 pieces Penitentiary plaid cottons
bales stout txiied cottons.
Which offer at the lowest market prices for cash. or
panctnal customers. D. CLAGETT, az co.
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05-Unitarian Church.-The Rev Mr. I.ongfelow OF
Maine, is expected acate in this church tomorrow
and for several successive Sundays.
COST, Matthew'S Church.--Rev Mr. Early at (seog :
town College, viii preach in ST. Matthew'S Church ON
Easter Sunday ut ii, n. IN.
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NAVY DEPARTMENT, April 3d. 1917
SIR have the honor TO acknowledge the receipt of
your communication of the 3lst March, ult, with the
papers which accompanied it; and respectfully inform
you that after consultation with the Secretary Of War;
have addressed to the Officers commanding the naval
forces of the United States in the Pacific and in
the Gull of Mexico respectively, letters of instruction
conforming to your directions OF which herewith
close copy.
have the honor TO be, very respectfully your obe
dent servant, J. Y. MASON.
To the PRESIDENT
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16
Death Of y. EH. NfcDOugaIl.

AT regular meeting of the FRANKLIN TYPoGRAPHI-
CAL ASSOCIATION OF INDIANAPOLIS, held on Saturday
evening, December IL. lS47, the following preamble
and resolutions were unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, 1t having pleased an All-wise and In
scruiable Providence to remove from midst our
beloved brother, ]. II. McDoUGALL; and whereas,
while we bow with submission TO the decree, we
cannot, in justice 10 our feelings permit the occa-
sion pass without, some feeble manner express
ing sorrow and regret at the loss of one who was
an ornament TO his profession, and who had won our
personal love aud esteem: Therefore,
Resolred That although we may never more on
this earth grasp the hand of friendship extended
by hlm, nor hear the familiar tones of that voice
which pleasing to ears, the manly
form that wont to mngle in little Circle we
will cherish IN our memories with the liveest emo
uons, the many virtues and eStimable qualities of
deceased and much lamented brother; and that in
collision with this rough world he shall retain
place in hearts and thoughts and we will drop
tear TO the memory OF one whom none knew but tc
love-
ReSolped, That the active and important part per-
formed by our deceased friend in the organization OF
this association, is worthy of sacred place in the
memory of his surviving associates.
ReSOired, That the bereaved mother and relative:
of the deceased. have sincere and heartfelt condo
lence. individually and society, this their hou
of affection.
ReSolued, That the Lodges of Odd Fellows of thi.
city, are entitled to our lasting gratitude for the
kindness, and attention to our deceased brother our
ing his last illness.
ReSOlred, That words are inadequate to express ou
deep Indebtedness and heartfelt thanks TO Mrs
Campbell and family aud his attending physician fo
their kindness and assiduous and untiring attention
to departed brother and friend May their re
ward be that of the good Samaritan.
ResoiUed, That the Secretary of the Society trans
nit copy of this preamble and resolutions to the be
reaved mother of our departed brother.
! ReS0Ued, That the editors of the Sentinel ant
Journal, Indianapolis, and the Sentinel and Times
Fort Wayne. be requested to publish this preamb,
and resolutions.
j. HARKNESS, President,
]. w. DUZAN, Secretary.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16
Owen County,.

AT meeting OF the democrats OF Owen county, held
Spencer Monday, the 9th Of December lo47; for
the purpose of appointing delegates for said county
tend the Democratic Convention TO be held a; lndanapO
lis on the 9Th of January next,
On motion of George w. Moore, DIR. David NJ. Dobson
called the chair and motion OF Mr. Franklin,
VIM. L. Taylor appointed secretary.
On motion of Mr.. Moore, the Chair appointed the fol-
lowing delegates to said convention from the respective
townships, to-wIt:
Waunc To,onship-Jefferson WampIer, Abner Alexan-
der james q. Dunning, George DnlIemore and Wiley
Williams.
Harrison To,onship-wiliam A. Dunning, and John
Wilson.
Taylor ToUnship-Abner Goodwin, VIM. Combs Jas.
Beck and Jas Keeling.
Montgomery TolcRship-Wm. Glover, Martin Snoddy,
Jas Bartlett and Brce Miller.
Jennings To,cnship-John Black, L. C. Jennings and
John Fowler.
jackson. To,cnship--V Croy, Arabian Asher, Norman
Holt and Samuel Colman.
Morgan T0scRShip-Elisha Puett, Buckner DckeTson,
NJ. Lucas and Abel Hicks.
Lafayette Tolcnship-Wm. Phillips, Jas. Robson, John
Taylor Sr., and Jacob w. Smith.
Marion Totcnship-David Harris, j. G.. Hulet Il.
Mitchell, WindIe Grouse and Abraham Harris.
Jefferson To,onship-Adam w. Fiscus, Jac. Mowry,
Aaron Hubble and Obadiah Winters.
Franklin ToscnshiP-Elisha Chdreth, Arthur Scott,
Samuel Scott VIM. +. Williams and Dr. Mink
C1ay Toaonship-Nathan Livingston, John Mills Jr.,
Geo. Fry, Moses Bray aod David Crockett.
Washington T00aship-G. Nj. Moore w Nj franklin,
Jas w Dobson Joseph Wilson and VIM. l.. Phillips.
On motion of Mr.. franklin, DIR. ID. NJ. Dobson was
appointed delegate from the township of Washington
On motion Of Mr.. Moore, the proceedings OF tins meet
ing be published the "Sentinel" When. on motion
the meeting adjourned sine die.
ID. NJ. DOBSON, Prest.
TavroR Sec's,
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

stead when it does exceed in value $500 and the
necessary articles oPersona property TO meet the real
wants of families
The statute of Alabama, enacted in 1882, is also
very liberal this subject. 1t exempts from ''aH e-
gar process an amount of personal property reaching
about 81 900 in value and besides this, all books
The exemption in favor Of all books is certainly
wise policy.
i believe the constitution of Wisconsin exernpts
in like manner, 40 acres of land without regard to
value
The statute of Michigan, enacted in 1899, exempts
from execution books exceeding in value all the amount
of property exempted by the laws of this State
Several other of the States believe, have similar
laws this subject; but further comment seems use
less; however, 1t may be added that even in England
the debtor, if he be trader allowed from f3O0 to
f6U0 for his future maintenance, To put hun In a
way of honest industry
The writer might add much more, but this com
munication has already sweled beyond his orig mai
design-his object being merely to call the attention
of the legislature TO this subject, where Is hoped
it Will find more able advocates than himself
1t remains to be what policy the legislature
will adopt ON this subject If it does not move ON
this subject, later the people certainly will
In the estimation of the writer this measure is of
pressing Importance than any that the Legisla-
ture could act upon.
Why not enact such law as is proposed 1t
would do feed the hungry and cothe the naked
and the poor, to prevent destluton and pauperism,
vice and crime than all the aims than all the chari-
ties ever bestowed simply by allowing the unfortu-
nate to have and hold the means necessary TO feed and
clothe themselves. Surely the time has come for
action. SOLON.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

FOREIGN NEWS
sTEaM SLIIp nKLraA-ALa.

EszEzzzszzz STI-aM SNIP BRITANNIA. IsSF7-z<s<zsz
The Britannia left Liverpool on the 18Th ult., and
arrived at Boston the sh instant, bringing fifteen
days later news from Europe.
Hostilities bad commenced in Switzerland
The condition Of ireland is truly frightfu and land
lords are daily falling before the vengeance Of the
people
Parliament had convention the 18th. the day be-
fore the sailing of the steamer
LIVERPOOL, Nov 18th, II NJ.
Corn Market-Alhough prices have shown no pos
tive tendency to advance since our last advices il
has been characterized By sustained frmness and an
increasing demand. Indian Corn, particularly, has
been extraordinarily active. and is steady at present
quoations-white best. White is retailing at 40 sh-
ngs Indian Meal, for Irish supplies. IS also very
brisk in London. but is by 50 active as in
Liverpool and throughout the provinces. On We'd
nesday the attendance of buyers at Mark Lane was
very small, and the transactions were exceedingly Ii
mited; quotations, however, had not receded
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16
corrNcu CHAMBER

CRY ISDiASAPoLIs, Dec. g, I5f7. 5
At meeting of the City Council this day ed, the following
resolution adopted, viz
RESOLVED unanimously That the City Councaccept the dsf for
one dollars presented by Mr. Gregg for the purpose
aiding construction Of suitable houses or Free Schools in
this city thanks Of the City behalf Of the
city they hereby rendered Mr. Gregg for his
liberal Gonaiion
That the have the foregoing resolution pub
shed Indiana Journal and Indiana
Attest: JAMES G. JORDAN,
Secretary City Council
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

THE MARKETs.-As we cannot from the crowd in
our columns, give our tables in full, we will state
that wheat IN this city, is bringing 80 cents; ba
con, nOne salt all and any prices; corn 25a3O Hogs
S2a2,5O. Extra fine. S2,75.
The prices at Madison are about the for hogs.
Extra; for English packers, $500
AtCincinnati, the average price for hogs is $500
at latest dates
letter from Terre HaUte states prices of hogs, at
$3.50 to S2,25, and 'tbe country filed"
Hereafter we shall be able to keep a regular
run of the markets.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16
MARRIED.

Tn Baltimore on the 17th ult., by Rev. Mr.. SLlcER,
Chaplain United States Senate, Mr.. WILLIAM Hay
DEN ENGLISH, of Indiana, to Miss MARDULIA EMMA,
third daughter of Capt John F. Jackson of Fauquier
county, Virginia.
And in Washington City, on the 24th ult., by the
same, Doctor HENRY FIELDS of Boonville, Missouri,
to Miss ADELAIDE FRANCES, second daughter of Capt.
John F. Jackson, of Fauquier county. Virginia.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

EDlToRs STATE SENTINEL: Gentemen--Col Har-
ney's train, with which travelled from the city OF
Pueba, Mexico to Vera Cruz, left Puebla on the 9th
instant, at which time | regret to inform you that
Major Mccoy, of the 4h regiment Indiana volunteers,
was at that place dangerously ill his recovery
thought to be impossible. The health of the army is
generally good things entirely quiet at the city of
Mexico as ON he whole line from that place to Vera
Cruz. Respectfully yours,
K. SCHOONOVER,
1st Lit Co. ID, Sd Dragons.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

CEFOwing to the want of proper organization on
the part of the wLg members of the House, the loco
focos have been enabled to elect officers who not
the choice Of the vhig party. When will the wings
learn wisdom State Journal
We suppose the Journal thinks the wings of the
Senate Just as big fools as those of the House As to
when any of them will ''learn WISDOM is a very
doubtful NATTER especially if they rely upon the JCurn-
them learn better.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

SPEclE.-The n. Y. Journal of Commerce of the
9th inst. says-The amount of specie exported from
this port during the month of November, was less
than a million and half of dollars; in October it
was trife above six hundred and seventy thousand
dollars and the total export during the year is about
three millions two hundred thousand dollars.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

Rr young man. named HUBER has been tried at Day.
ton for shooting German, named LEIGHTY, at military
encampmeBt Germantown. The defendant a
tnethe deceased attacked and endeavoTed to wTest from
him his gun In the scue, the gun went off, and shot the
deceased causing his DEATH The Court charged the jury
that a sentinel military encampment has right to
shoot private citizen for merely attempting to pass the
lines. The jury returned verdict of not guy.-Cin En-
niire
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16
No. 46. PALMER HOUSE, Dec. lOth, l547,
w. E. TAYLOR, see'y.

Messrs. Chapnaans d SPanns-Gents, am re-
ported in your paper of the OH inst, having offer
ed an amendment to the amendment of sir. Meredith
on the resolution offered by Mr.. Lyme, to take one
copy each of The Journal and Sentinel. Insert in the
proper place 1t not less than - cents per copy.
The amendment reads and should have been report
ed, at rate not exceeding 70 cents percopy, please
correct. Yours respectfully.
iI4MES ID WILLIAMS
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

We return thanks to our good old democratic friend
ELIJAH JAMES, ESQ.,, for present of a bag of most
excellent apples,-such he nOcs hoO to raise. We
intend to take peep at his farm Of these DAYS,
as we understand that apples not his only pro-
ducts, he sometimes having double crops. We shall
see, certain.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

GooD.-The editors of the New Albany Bulletin
are now experiencing the good effects of revival
now in that city. In note aluding to the subject,
the editor says-"May Him who comforts the hearts
of his people continue smile upon the efforts now
making in bringing back the lost sheep of the House
of Isreal.'" We hope him Is real in those senti-
ments.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

Those fine hats, now fashionable, are to be found
at Sharpe's where may also be found preventves Of
coughs and colds In the shape Of Water Proof Boots
and Shoes, in all their variety We advise our
friends to give him CALL
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

OF A large number of persons favorable to the
nomination of George Nj. Dallas, for the Presidency
was recently held Philadelphia. Many demonstra-
tons are also being made in favor Of Mr. Buchanan,
for the same Office.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

MlssIssrPpI.-The Democrats have elected all their
State officers. The majority on the Governors ticket
is upwards Of l2,OOO-the Senate stands % demo-
Gratis, wings; and the House 76 democrats, wings
"a. 60 democratic majority on join, ballot
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16
Boone County.

The democrats of Boone County, will hold con-
vention at Lebanon. the 25h day of December for
the purpose of selecting delegates to attend the demo-
cratic State Convention, at Indianapolis on the Sh
day of January next.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

RELIGIOUS NoTIcE--A coruse of Sabbath evening
lectures The evidences of Christianity being
given in The Pad Presbyterian Church, by the Rev.
S. G. Specs. The Introductory lecture was given
last Sabbath evening.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

~ The Toledo Blade Of Nov. 14th, states that
all the boats plying between that port and Buffalo have
laid up for the winter, and that the canal would
be closed.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

We publish in this paper the proceedings of a
"Meeting of Citizens" We take this occasion to
say that we dissent in many particulars to the
mode of action proposed, and 10 of the resolu-
tions, believing them to be and unjust in
point of fact. As the proceedings have been approv
ed, we desire not to enter on discussion of their
merits being content to abide by the doctrine Of the
New Testament.
''Let therefore Judge you in meat, or in
drink, OF in respect of hoy-day of the moon,
or of the sabbath-days;
(Which are shadow of things to come: but the
BODY is of Christ" ColoSSianS H. 16, II.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

IeTThe imputatiOns made against the late public
printer, by the Secretary of State in his anpual
report to the Legislature, unounded and untrue.
We shall demonstrate this, and the incapacity of the
Secretary, at our leisure.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

NEw YoRK STATE DEBT-On the first OF Janu-
airy next the State of New York is to pay S5OO,OOO
and has no money in her treasury, it is stated, to
meet the demand.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

o. The Hon. ANDREW KENNEDY is lying
sick at the Palmer House in this city. He was first
attacked on Thursday, by what considered to be
epilepsy. Last evening, however, his disease was
pronounced to be small Por. by the attending phys-
cans We hope soon TO have the pleasure of an
nouncing his recovery, let the disease be what it
NAV.
Indiana State sentinel., 1847-12-16

0ST A statement of Ezekiel Mcdonald, relative to
his late attack upon Senator Hannegan together with
several adavits relative to the aray the Attica
canal lock- last year, make their appearance in late
numbers of the Charlottesville Press. As the
press Of other matter will permit, probably in
next paper, we shall copy Mr.. McD's statement, and
as much of the other matter will be equivalent to
what we copied from the other side.