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Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1847-09-02
To -, Esq. Post Mas,ea al M-a, Miss
Post Office, M, Miss.


Post Office, M-a, Miss.
July -,h, lS47.
-, Esq Auditor P. o. Depm't.
Sir Your letter of the 9th ult is received.
In it you are pleased TO inform me, that in your
antiquarian researches among the time horored
records of the Pos. Office Department, you find
an unadjusted balance against W c.,
formerly Pos. Master at this place, of Sc e5,
which occurred somewhere about quarter of
century ago, and requesting such information
from me as nigh, put you in a way Of collect
ing it, On The first perusal of your letter,
was half induced 10 take offence at you for
troubling an official dignitary like myself with
so small an affair; but on reflection, and see.
ing rha, you respectfully invoked" my attention
10 The subject, concluded to bend from my
"pride of place." and in creates, condecension
10 answer you.
| You say that this balance seems 10 have
been wholly overlooked" To one who is ac-
qnanled with the almost proverbal sharpness
of Uncle Sam in looking after dimes, it would
seem strange that he should have overlooked
| this small =" balance; !" but when we take into
consideration how much time The old gentle
man has been obliged 10 spend of late years In
looking out for The big rogues, the magnificent
absqualulalors who have "levanted" with his
funds by thousands, we cannot wonder tina,
this lit,le sum of Sc 95 should have escaped
his watchfu eye. But 10 the subject.
On inquiry learn that twenty years ago,
and for some time previous, W-G-l re-
sided al this place, and during part Of the time
of his residence here held the office of Post
Master. He was also called by the Military
r ~ Il -. M,;o hap lo
to his name, indicating that he was sort OF
" commahder.in-chief" Of this place, and for
augh, ha. know he might have been admi-
raj of The navy" About the time that he gave
up The Post Office, he moved of, as it is said, to
the northern part of this Stale, into what was
then called the Indian country but to whal
particular part | canno, learn where he depar-
ted this life for kingdom come" some dozen
or fifteen years ago. This is about all ] can
tell you of the personal history of Mr.. G-l
and believe that might have given you the
sum and substance of it in two words O.
huna fuit The people here say that he was a
very clever fellow perfectly honest When he
had the means, and that he would not have died
leaving this small balance due 10 his patron,
Uncle Samuel, if he had had " the change
wherewiih TO qudate it /; and therefore SIN
cerely hope tha, his ghos, may not be disturb
ed by the dun which you sent me.
As to Mr.. G-rs "present place of resi-
dence," can only say that it cannot be near
| here, as it is well known thai Ma is hun.
dred miles from any place and allow me
moreover 10 say, that regard the question OF
his present residence private personal matter
of his own, into which the inquisi.ive are not
a, liberty TO p.y, even for official purposes
As | am NOT Informed what were his prospects
Ifor ano her wotid,il can make no conjecture as
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1847-09-02
Amusing Official Correspondence

The Spirit Of the Times furnishes the follow
ing as genuine letters, which passed between
the Pos, Master General and one of his depu-
Ties in Mississippi. We all recollect the fate
of a Post Master. who, on answering the off,
cial inquiry" Does the Tombigbee river run
up TO your place :" gave answer lha, il 4" didn'.
ran up al all"-and forthwith was officially in
formed that the Department had no longer any
demand for his services. We trust the witty
occupant in Mississippi will NEE, with no such
fate.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1847-09-02
AUDITORS Office for P. 0. Department.
lama oh


counts of this Department for many years back,
with view 10 the correction of such errors and
omissions as may have occurred in the keeping
and settlement thereof, find an unadjus,ed bal
ance against W Gl, ESQ.,, for
merly Postmaster at Nj, Mississippi on
his account from the Sd quarter of 1920 to The
4th quarter of 1896, both inclusive, amounting
TO Six Dollars and Ninety-fve Cents. This
balance seems 10 have been wholly overlooked
and no steps appear to have been taken TO bring
it to his notice in order TO lis collection.
In pursuance Of the object above indicated,
| have TO request that in the event Mr.. G-l
ye, resides near your office you will immedi
alely apprize him of The existence of this bal
ance, and ascertain whether he will be prepar-
ed TO discharge it upon the issuance of draft
therefor.
II he has moved away, such information as
you can possibly obtain as 10 his present place
Of residence, and his pecuniary circumstances,
will thank you 10 communicate or, if de-
ceased. the names of his representatives (exec.
utors or administrators, their place of residence
and the condition of the estate.
Your early and prompt attention TO this is
invoked.
| am Sir, your obedient servant,
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1847-01-29
DIR CIRCULATION.

n5-WR mean to keep the following parasr" sta"
ding for the benefit of all whom 1t may concern:
ADVERTISING We would commend the loIo"l"s
f,e,s 10 the attention of the advertising community
The Wilmington Journal cireulates upwards OF oNh
-uousANp COPIES weekly Its circulation in the Io"n o.
Wilmington is as large that of any other paper p"o
itshed In the place We would further state 'na' ia
circulation in the counties which trade to this place
xRxa TINES as large that Of any other paper publish
ID in North Carolina and that daily increasing
~. saw therefore without the fear Of contradiction
That II il the beat vehicle for advertising which the PEG
HE Of Wilmington can select One other observation
we think that although large majority Of the reader
Of the journal" are Democrats still THEY occasionally
10 little trading IS well the readers of the ~hig pa
hers We have written the above merely for the lnfor
nation Of those who most deeply interestsd-busi
hes, men of all professions aud all political crecds
VINO WANT CUSTOMERS.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1847-01-29
NEW MAIL ARRANGEMENT.
Post Office. Wilmington.

NORTHERN MAIL, by Rail Road due daily at 10 A. NJ
aud close at l0svery night
sovrHRHN NAIL by Steamer from Charleston is due
daily ats A. NJ, and closes at II A. N. every day
FA1HTravHLH MAIL, by Rail Road, 10 due on Mondays
Wednesdays and Fridays at p NJ. and closes on same
Aays at 10 at night.
FATEvrEvnLR MAIL, by Prospect Hall, Ezabethtown
Westbrooks and Rsbes"nG, is due on Tuesdays Thurs
days and Saturdays. at NJ and closes eli same days
al0P.M.
sM1rHvrLLx Mali, by Steamer, Is due daily at A. NJ.
and closes al l2i P. N. every day.
TAYLoEs BRIDoE, LONG CREEK, MooRE's CREEK, BlAcr
R1vEa CHAPEL and HARRBLLs STORE MAIL IL due every
Thursday at P. NJ. and closes same night at TO-
OEsLow CouEr House., STUMP Sound, and TorSAII
MAIL due every Monday at p NJ, and closes ever,
Thursday night at l0P. NJ.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1847-01-29

Pasquotank county, and for other purposes.
1919. To repeal an act passed in 1921, pre-.
venting fire-hunting of Fowl in Cartere.
county.
100. To extend the corporate limits of the
town of Morganton.
l3l. Authorizing VIM. T. Sutton to build
draw-bridge across Salmon Creek, in BERTHE
county.
l32. In favor Of Uniform. COMPANY in
Yancy county. sSe 80 :
1873. For the better regulation Of the hiring,
renting, and sale, Of Wards property, lin Pas
quotank county.
1874. To restore the I'd section of an Ac,
passed in 1895, relative to the manner in
which Licenses shall be issued to Retailers Of
SPirituous Liquors in Wilmington.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1847-01-29
WILMINGTON, n. c.. FRIDAY JANUARY 90. 1s47.

the 1st of March, ls47, and 81 st section of said
act repealed.1
"a. Concerning the duties of the Cherokee
Land Agent Requires his attendance at Muir
ply on the first days of each Superior Court, for
the purpose of receiving payments on bonds
rs. To alter the time Of holding the Superior
Courts in the Sixth Judicial Circuit.
rs. To amend the Revised Statutes entitled
Crimes and Punishments. Provides penalty of
500 for selling slaves gun cotton, or any sort OF
side arms.
II. To amend an Act consolidating the Acts
heretofore passed on the subject of Common
Schools.
70. Authorising the President and Directors Of
the Literary Fund to transfer to the Public Urea.
sury certain Notes, Bonds and Judgments, and for
other purposes.
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0AHEESE.-50 boxes Cheese. At
~ HOARD & PEDEN'S
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20

for adjudication, who shall not previ-
ously have signed this constitution.
On motion it was
ResoIped, in case any land be Of
fered for sale which has heretofore
been entered without any conflicting
claim or claims at the time of entry,
this association will protect the owner
or owners in the re-purchasing OF the
same at the minimum price.
Resolped, That we pledge ourselves
to attend at Mineral Point on the first
day of the land sales, and continue
there until all the claims in which we
are associated with, are disposed of.
Resolved, If any of the adjoining
townships, or individuals of the same-
wishing to have their claims adjudica-
ted by this board Of arbitrator can do
so by the litigants registering their
names. and signing this constitution.
On motion of j. Crawford, the fol-
lowing persons were nominated as ar
bitrators-David Haines, Oliver Rice,
Charles M'Coy, Allen Preston and
Lewis Rood.
The motion being put by the Chair.
after being seconded, they were unan-
imously elected.
On motion, it was ordered that the
proceedings of this meeting be signed
by the Chairman and Secretary, and
published in the Wisconsin Herald.
On motion, this meeting adjourned
to meet at Mineral Point on the morn
ing of the first day of the land sales,
prepared for such services as are ne
cessary to secure their rights.
DAVID HAINES, Chm.
r. r. YOUNG, Sec'y.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
By Bufalo Telegraph.
New YoRK, March 4th.
FROM MEXICO.

Advices from Tampico the Solh ult.
have been received more full details
of the capture of the 10 Americans by
Gen. Minon.
A letter in Mexican paper, dated
San Luis, Jan. q, announces the arri-
val of the prisoners. II states that
Minon's force was 1000.
The same letter states that the A
mericans were surprised, early in the
morning, at watering place.
The Tampico Sentinel says that
there are many rumors, supposed with
some truth, that Santa Anna is going
towards Monterey, and it is possible
that Minon was in command of the adj
vance guard. The names of the lost
10 Americans were pubished-C. Nj.
Clay was among them, with two Ma
jors, three Captains, one Lieutenant,
three Sergeants, aud sixty one privates.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
By BufaIo Telegraph.
New YoRK, March |.
z O'Clock Z. M.(

We learn per telegraph that. unsuc-
cessful attempt was made in the House
of Representatives 10 pass the Reven-
ne Bill this morning. The vote there
on was like that Of Saturday, adding
ono to each side.
The steamer Thomas Metcalf bound
from Cincinnati for the Wabash, struck
near Amora, and Immediately com
menced settling, when four passen-
gers and one deck hand were lost
Boat and cargo total loss.
The Sun has or claims to have, pri-
vate advces from the city of Mexico,
to the effect that the Mexican Govern
ment are manifesting a disposition TO
change their policy of war for one OF
peace-the general belief and hope OF
that country was that a speedy adjust
ment of difficulties, would be effected
with but very little delay.
The Church authorities, who, at the
beginning of the war, were our worst
enemies, would now give half their
property for a speedy peace. The
Mexican papers contain violent de-
nunciations of their countrymen fol-
permitting handful of Missourian.
to capture Ell Passo, the key to Chi
huahua.
Advices from Yucatan state that the
revolution is complete. Don Domin-
90 Barry is declared as the Governor,
and Campeachy is hereafter to be the
capitol.
The House Of Representatives Of
Mar, land, on Saturday passed bill
providing for the resumption Of pay.
ments of interest on the public debt oil
that State by 5 majority. No doubt
of the concurrence Of the Senate.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20

establishment, and in few hours all
these buildings were reduced to
ashes, with the single exception ofthe
packing room and one block shop -
These were the most extensive works
in the State. The loss cannot be less
than SlOo, 900 or Sl50,0oo. We have
not heard whether Mr.. Marshall was
insured. By this fire more than 100
persons are thrown out of employment.
Tab. Eve. our.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20

Later from Merico and the firing.
The New Orleans Picavune, OF the
25th ult., contains Brazos dates to the
18th. A correspondent writes that in
three days the whole command will
depart for Vera Cruz.
Gen. Minon reports his prisoners
80 in all, besides Americans taken.
There was a Mexican named Galeano,
who had been near our troops as spy
or guide. He was Immediately put to
the sword, although Major Gaines in
terceded.
Capt. Heady, Of Kentucky, with II
men, was captured two days after
Major Borland, by party of rancher-
los.
1t is stated in San Luis letter, OF
the 9th, that there marched for Tanque
de la Dera, the place where Minon
made his capture, three bodies of In
fantry. and one brigade of Cavalry and
foot Artillery. Also, that within two
days another division would march,
and shortly the remainder would follow
This looks as though blow is to be
struck in the direction of Saltillo, and
Santa Anna has issued an address IA
voring this idea.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
Administrators Sale.

NTOTICE is hereby given that the undersgn-
Y cd, Flarcis Brady administrator of the
estate of Patrick Bowling, late Of Grant county,
w. T., deceased, having Obtained license from
the Probate Court, in and for the county alore-
said agreeaby 10 law, TO sell so much of the real
estate Of said deceased, as will bring the sum Of
four hunired dollars, to pay the just debts of the
said deceased. The Undersigned win therefore
offer for sale at public auction on the premises at
the late residence OF the said deceased, Oh the
20ta day of March next, Patch Grove, in
the county aforesaid, TO the highest bidder for
cash in hand, a part the whole OF the following
real estate of which the said deceased died siez-
ed to. wit: the southwest quarter Of the southeast
quarter of section 50, township porih Of range
west,-aso the east hall OF the northeast quar-
ter and the west half of the southeast quarter of
section IA, town north Of range ) west of the
fourth principal meridian and IN the said county
of Grant, part of the above land may perhaps be
sold on time, that fact will be made known on the
day Of sale. The title is undispulsble. the said
sale will commence at of the clock in III fore
noon of said day, and attention given by the IN
dersigned. FRANCIS BRADY,
Admir- OF said estate.
Patch Grove. Feb 81, lo47. 5l-4t
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
.fPThe Detroit Daily Advertiser

.1PThe Detroit Daily Advertiser
Of the Sih inst, has the following:
Just as we are going to press we
have received from Mr.. Edwards,
Buffalo papers of Friday. They con-
tam the Telegraphic Congressional re-
port up to the hour of adjournment he
night Sd inst.) The Wilmot proviso
was rejected in the House
The Senate has rsie cted Charles j.
Ingersoll as Minister TO France.
The President; then nominated Rich
ard Rush, who was confirmed.
Mr.. Todd. of Ohio, to Brazil.
Mr.. Hopkins, Of Virginia, to Portu-
gal.
The following Military Appoint
ments were made:
Mr.. Benton. and Col. Cummings of
Georgia, as Major Generals; AMI Cad
wallader, Of Pa, Hopping, Of n. Y.
and Franklin Pearce, of n. ii. as
Brigadier Generals.
Nothing new from Mexico.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20

THE PILES.-To those suffering with that
= distressing complaint, the piles, we would rec
commend that old and wen established remedy,
HAYS Iinimeni- which is known TO ninety
nine ceses out ofevery hundred. where il is used.
We know many persons VINO had suffered Z i'm the
piles for many years efeetually cured blythe 1
a single botlle Many persons have been impo-ed
upon By coanterleit adicle; all. therefore, who
wish 10 get rid Of this troublesome complaint, should
procure Hays Liniment oniy al Beknels, Poiosi
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
LAMSON'S STORE.
FEytlE undersigned having purchased the store
IL lately occupied by z. W. Pelton & Co. in
BEETOWN, ". r.,

would respectfully inform the citizens of Grant
county, that he has permanently. located in that
new and hourishng city, when ilom its tender
years, as yet has not commanded bur little aiten-
tion or respect, Notwithstanding It's demands for
public regard wero as eloquent those Of It's
nelghboring cities, As her prophets foretold, and
as nigh, have been expected from true eloqnence,
these demands are beginning TO be heard and
felt, the power of her eloquence mas already laid
a capital in ruins, and is now shaking the very
oundaiion OF every city within her nnueace.--
would say 10 those who, from their remote resi-
dence, havonever experienced the ia seinating in
1uence of her language, that her eloeuence con :
sisIs in hernayer failing Lead Mines, in her ex-
cellent farming country, Ia the patriotism, indie
pendence and enterprise Of her citizens, in the
provisions made for the educatlon of the children
of all casses. aud lastly in the good assoftme ut Of
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20

rP We learn that the extensive
Print Works ct Hudson, belonging to
Mr.. Marshall. were destroyed by fire
on Friday morning. The fire broke
out in the Nader Dye House, from
whence il extended to the Office, and
thence to the principal buildings. The
flames ragged with such fury. as to rem
derit impossible to save much from the
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20

The London correspondence Of the
Boston Traveller, says that there is
some prospect that the present enor-
nous duty upon Tobacco imported in
to England, will be considerably re-
duced. Our Minister to that Court
has, it is said, already brought this
subject before some influential mem
bers of Parliament, and has urged the
Importance Of great reduction in the
duties.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20

GP A movement is on foot among
the Odd Fellows of New York city, to
charter vessel and carry to Ireland,
free of expense. all articles of food i,
clothing, &c. which may be donated
to relieve the wants of the furnishing
poor.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
platteville and Prairie du Chen.
ReRukar iri-weekkY Sage Zane.

1yyHE subscriber having obtained the contract
for carrying the mail hom Pla,teyille, Grant
county, 20 Prairie du CHEN, Crawford eouaiy, w.
r., would Inform tho public that he has fitted up
his coaches in superior style, and stocked the
travelling public.
The stage leaves Prairie du Chen every Mon
day, Wednesday, aud Friday, at ) O'Clock, A.
NJ, running by the way Of Patch Grove, Beetown
and Lancaster, and arrives at Platoville at s o. !,
clock, p. NJ, Of said days.
Leaves Platieville every Tuesday, Thursday
and Saturday, at 6 O'Clock A. NJ, (passing thro'
the same townsJ and arrives at Prairie du Chen
at O'Clock. p. NJ, OF said days.
This stage intsrscets with Huiehins & Howe's
line al Piaiioville, for Galena and Madison.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
STO We STORE.
MANDATORY.

FNiE subscriber, thankful for pas; iavors, begs
leave TO inform the citizens OF Western
W isconsin that he is still engaged in the above
business in Potos, where he is now receiving bis
Fall Stock of Stoves, &C., among which may be
found the fl,lowing;-
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
LLYERY STRBLE.

The snbscribef has also taken the Stables con-
nsctsd with Bennett Atwood's Union Hotel, where
he - III provide the very beat accommodations for
the horses Of his travelling customers. lie @il
keep constantly on hand, 20 let, Horses, cuggies,
sa,srs, Sc, with the beet osileFs in the cocI.ry
constantly 10 attendance.
H. MESSMORE.
Pla,isvills, July ., lsi6. 2O-Iy.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20
LkWTHER & DYER,

k~fe W Ged S1 10 kshes
OF POTOSL,
HpEG leave TO inform their customers and the
II , public Of Grant in general, that they have
just received fresh and full supplies Of Fall and
Winter Goods, which they are prepared to sell as
Cheap as any body
can sell goods, and LOWER than gonds Of the same
quality CAN be bought in Galena. Among our
Goods may be found the following:
WOoienS,
Broadcloths, cassimeres, sattinets, gold and
Steel mixed tweeds, splendid article for gents
Goats, Rob Roy kerseys, Kentucky jeans,
Hard lines, lannels, red, white and plaid;
Wooden yestings of every description.
Linens,
A Iaige assortment OF Irish linens,
Linen diapers, Russia aud birds eye do,
Brown Hollands, linen bagging,
Burlaps, &c. &c.
Silks,
Black, blue black, striped and figured silks,
Ladies cravats and handkerchieis,
Bonnet ribbons, silk serge,
Gents black aud fancy cravats, silk velvets,
Sewing silk anj twist, purse twist and loss.
W0rsteds,
Nous dc LANES, cashmeres, shaded and hg'd
Plain, shaded, figured aud chnngeable
Alpaccas and Orleans lustres,
Ombre cashmere robes,
A new and splendid article for ladies dresses,
Rowmeia Victoria plaid, Gala do,
Super plaid cloaking, &c.
.ShaWis.
Plaid shawls Of every kind, quality, coI'r size,
French cashmere shawls,
l. f.,Ia in frotia 10 IN
C0tt0nS,
Br.an and bleacbed OF every quality,
Cotton diaper, Jackonei, musiins,
Csron edgings and insertions, prints,
Ginghams, checks, ticking, cotton hannels,
DrIings, &c.
Hosiery and GloyeS.
Cotton hosiery u every description, cashmere and
,yorsted do gents lambs wool and domestic hall
hose, and chidrens hosIeey fall kinds, gents buck
gloves add mittens, worsied gloves, ladies kid
gloves, SILK, cashmere AID thibet do.
BonnefS, &c.
Tusran and Floreace braid, velvet bonneis trim.
med, colored, cot, ana uncut bonnet yelvet-a
splendid article Of p!uDee for ladies hats, lots and
lots Of bonnet silks aud riotohs.
Boots and Shoes. Hats and Caps,
Hardvare and Glassware, Crochery,
Nails, .4res, Groceries. and heaps
and piles IF ofAer GoOds Uhich can
mol be mentioned in an adUertiSe-
Dlent.
OF GROCERIES,
Teas. Coases, Sugar, Molasses, Soap, Caadles-
Tobaeeo. Snuff, Cigsrs, Pepper, Spice, &c.
Y q VIM bave purchases to make, are invited
20 exsmine our goods lor yourselves.
Potosi, Nov. y, 1876. 81.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-03-20

n forbid all persons to trus: my wife LeeIdra,
4 or credit her in any manner my account.
Her marriage contract with mo being violated and
broken, will be responsible hereafter for ebis
BIZ her contracted. BENZ VI. COATS.
Beetown W. r., Feb, 10, l8I7.-5O.