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The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

WAsHTNGToN's BIRTH DAY-Notwithstan
ing The nclemency Of the weather, the 22d
of February was celebrated in our city with
more than usual pomp and parade. AT sun
rise the cannon was fred and soon after the
martial music of the German Washington
Guards was beard in our streets. Al 10 o.
clock the Order of the Sons of Temperance,
now numbering l4S members, moved from
their Hall, and escorted by the Guards,
marched through the principal streets 10 the
Episcopal Church, where after appropriate
music by the Choir, and prayer by the Rev.
Mr.. SNEED, an appropriate and eloquent ora
ton was delivered By JOHN J. CHANDLER,
Esq. after which the procession was again
formed, and escorted as before, the Sons re-
turned to their Hall and were dismissed
The church was never more crowded than
on this occasion, and many were unable TO
procure seats. The centre pews were re-
served for the Sons exclusively, and tOere
filled.
A little more than four months ago the
Grand Division of the Sons of Temperance
of this Slate, granted to few lliends of the
cause in his city charter, and in The short
lime which has elapsed, they have not only
increased TO the large number mentioned
above, including all classes of citizens, bul
such has been the happy influence OF this so
ciety upon the morals Of the community, thai
drunkenness is almost unknown among u.s.
Few believed four months ago that the ami
versary of any of our national days could
have come and gone without a recurrence oil
the disgIaceful scenes of drunkenness and
rowdysm which have heretofore marked the
celebration Of such days, 10 this, as we'll as
other communities Sanguine as were the
members of the Order of the good they were
able 10 achieve for then fallen brethren, and
the benefit they would eventually confer up
on society, none then dreamed OF the happy
meeting of so many of our citizens clothed
in the regalia of The Temperance Order-to
celebrate the birthday OF the "Falher of bis
County" Yet il is no less startling than
true; and from indications which are not TO
be misunderstood, the temperance cause
will soon root out from our midst those sour
ces OF misery and wretchedness-lhe tipping
houses sooner and more surely than all the
municipal or legislative enaclmenis thai
could be passed; and each returning anniver.
sary of the day find the Order increased in
numbers until, as we hope, none will be left
out.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

o. Mr.. WEsTcoTr, the democratic Sen
ator in Congress from Florida, has fallenout
with the Administration and handles it occa-
sionalIy without gloves. Tie other day in
the Senate on the resolution to expel the
editor of the Union from bis seat 10 that body.
Mr. w. defined what democracy was under
the present administration, and that he sue
ceeded no one who has watched the course
of events will deny.
He asked:
"Bnt what was democracy? Democracy at
this time of day, UNDER THIS ADMINISTRATION
was nothing more than "loaves and fishes
from Lieutenant General down TO a second
Lieutenant. He supposed for these remarks
he should be read out Of The democratic par
ty-of Office holders. Well, be il so. Let
them read him out He did not wish to re-
main in such company. But, like the hon.
orable Senator from Massachusetts, he should
have TO say, "where shall go?n He could
Only say TO his honorable friends behind him
(the Whigs,) he could moi 60 with them.
"Mr.W. warned the Democracy--the real
democracy Of the country-aganst The dan
gers which beset them. Ifthey could only
see the corruption which had been brought
about by the administraton-could only see
how they were made use of by those who
we're seeking only plonder-pfunder of the
public ofices-ihey would view it with as
constituent and alarm They would come
here, and would tumble the President, The
heads of departments, the Senate and The
House of Representatives, Wings and Dem
ocrats, head over heels, into the Potomac,
and they would serve them right, too"
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

The TREASURY OF HIsroRY.-Ws have
received the 9th No. of this valuable work
We again call the attention Of the public to
il, as every way worthy of an extensive cir
culation, and Invaluable for constant refer
ence; il will form au indispensable eompli-
ment TO alllibraries. The work is 10 be com
pleted in twelve numbers, at twenty-five
cents per plumber. Address Daniel Adee,
I07 Falton-street, Ne,o York.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

RUMoRs FROM WAsHINGToN.-The Phila-
delphia inquirer publishes a story which il
says has been received in that city by let
ter from Washington, that Mr.. Polk is him.
self about to proceed to the seat of war, &C.
companied by Messrs. Benton, Calhoun, Cass
and Wright. We agree with The Inquirer
that this story is rather tough.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

[*Tbe following is the report of this inter-
esting scene:
The Hon. John Quincy Adams here made
his appearance upon the floor of the House,
and The members rising 10 receive him, he
was conducted 10 the seat reserved for him
by -..-.s
MIR. Andrew Johnson, who remarked: In
compliance with the understanding with
which selected this seat a. The commence
ment of The present session. now tender to
the venerable member from Massachusetts
tire seat which then selected for him, and
will. further more congratulate him on being
spared to return TO this House.
Mr.. A. responded. It's with much plea
sure that again return TO your midst. Had
a more powerful voice, | might respond TO
the congratulations of my friends and the
members of this House for the honor which
has been done me. But enleebled as am
by disease, beg that you will excuse mel
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

s'Some of the Boston landlords, in addition
10 their lunches. provide band of music,
which discourses most eloquent harmony"
So says the Boston Post. This is proof,
we suppose, that the temperance cause has
made such Roadway in Boston, that it is only
by extraordinary Efforts and inducements
people can be got into taverns.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25
COMMERCIAL.

NEW ORLEANS, Feb. IL, 1847.
FLoUR-The market has been very heavy, and
sales OF only 1900 bills. Ohio, al 5000.
CoRN-Prices are less firm and sales limited,
$500 sacks ats ,00-750 sacks mixed at 90c.;
and $50 sacks partly mixed at 98c.
PoRK-250 bbls. prime at sic SO.
LARD Sales 20l bbls. No.2, at 72c-l70 bbls.
inferior 64c.
BAcoN-I50 casks sides at 8sc.
WHIsKEY-Conined TO small lots at 23c.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25
LAW NOTICE.

JOHN INGLE Jr. ATTORNEY AT LAW
SUCCESSOR TO BATTELL q lNGLE.
General Collection & Real Est,te Agency.
BUSlN ESS promptly attended 10 by himself
and Horatio Q. " heeler, Esq who Is associated
with him in the professional business OF the OF
fee in which one may always be found.
fEtTOffice First ST.. below Main. Feb IS
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

SHAMEFUL The present House Of Represen-
tatives of the Congress of the United States vo-
ted to It's members S72, 600 worth of books to
be paid out of the peoples money Only five
members voted against it. Their names are
not given. Not satisfied with eight dollars per
day and mileage, they thus rob lhePublic treas
nry.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25
a DEMONSTRATORS sALE..-T vat BEL

a DEMONSTRATORS SALE..-I will sell
- at public sale Saturday the 10Th day of
March. l847, between the hours oil 10 O'clock
A. NJ. and o'clock p NJ. at Bunker, in Ander-
township, W arrick county, Indiana. about
so Saw-Logs, lot Of Lumber aud various
otheI articles OF personal property Of the estate
OF Joseph Whitney late deceased.
TERMS OF SALE.-AlI sums under three
dollars cash, all sums over three dollars on a
credit OF SIX months,on notelwilh good security,
waving the benefit Of valuation or appraisment
laws. WILLIAM SCANLAND.
feb 24-3t, BY j. INsLE, Jr.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

CRY CHARTER.--We have received the
Act granting 10 the citizens of Evansville a
city charter, which we shall publish in our
next number. The Board of Trustees have
ordered the printing of FIVE hundred extra
copies of the Journal 10 contain the act,
which will be distributed 10 our citizens.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

A DMINISTRATOR's sALE.--Notice is
n hereby given that will expo9e to sale at
public auction on Saturday the Goth day Of
March, l847, at the late residence OF Samuel
C. NJ Gloon deceased. consisting Of household fur
niture, &c. credit OF nine months W i'll be
given IN all sums OF three dollars and upwards,
the purchaser giv ng his note with approved Sc
cuIity. waving all benefit from reiIeI and valu-
anon laws. MARY ANN MELOON,
teb 25-3t~ Administering
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

BIsHoP DoANE earnestly recommends TO
the people of New jersey 10 charter 2 ship
themselves, load her with provisions, and
send her TO Ireland. He heads the subscrip-
ton with 500.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25
a DMINIsrRAToR,s NorIcE.--NO,ice

A DMINIsTRAToR,s NOTICE.--Notice
"a is hereby given that the undersigned has
taken out letters nf administration on the estate
OF Samuel C. Meloon, late OF Vanderburgh Co.,
Indiana, deceased. All persons Indebted TO
said estate requested TO mike Immediate
pa yment, and those having claims against the
same are notified 10 present them duly authcG--
tIcated for settlement
The estate is supposed TO be solvent.
MARY ANN MELON.
feb 25-3tN Administrative.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25
Henry Nelson Parker,

Vs{
Louisa d. Franceway.
Adaline Franceway ,Lu-
cinda Tubble, CORNER In Cha ncery.
ly Lucinda Frapceway,)
Milton II. Trbble, Nan
cy Franceway, John
Franeeway, Harriet NJ.
Franeeway and Marcus
S. Franceway.
In the Spencer circuit court. State OF Indiana
April Term. lS47.
NTOW at this time TO Wit. the 18th day of
IL February, iSi7, the complainant files in the
Clerks Office OF SAID eouri, the affidavit ola dis
interested person, showing. that the above NAM
ed defendants are non residents Of he State of
Indiana.
They are therefore hereby notified that IN.
less they plead to, answer said bill Of the
complainant or before the calling of the cause
the said bill will be taken confessed against
them. Witness, JOHN era WORD, Clerk
oil said court, this 9Th day Of February, l647.
JOHN WORD, Clerk.
By s. w FAIRLIxLE, Dept. Ci'k.
PITCHER SMITH, Sol. for Comp't.
ieb 25-3t.-pfs fee So so.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

4 DEMONSTRATORS NoTICE..-William
IA Scanand, OF Scanand's Mills. Spencer
county, Indiana, has taken out letters OF admin
isiratIou on the esfate OF Joseph Whitney, late
OF said county, deceased. All indebted will
call on the administrator for settlement.
The estate Is supposed TO be insolvent.
WILLIAM SCANLAND.
feb 25-3t. BY ]. INeLE, Jr.
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25
LAW NOTICE.

z y CRATIC @. WHEELER, Attorney at
i 4 Law.--Otfice with John lngle Jr. Esq
First Street. below Maia. Feb 25
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

o. HIGHLY IMPoRrANT.-The Vincen-
mes Sun of The Goth February, A. D., ls47,
says. "Today, at O'Clock, P. NJ, The edi-
tor returned from Cincinndti!n o.e
The Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1834-184?, 1847-02-25

on the sterile waste of human nature. A
member said TO me. after witnessing this
scene-"Well, will never again cherish the
idea that Mr. Sawyer is not man of genu-
inc good feelings! POTOMAC.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1847-10-28
MtsreuaMe0us.
From the Western Continent.
Mr. TOdGS Miss-Adyenture,
by WILL WHIPPLE.

Among the numerous guests that ar.
rived at the Charleston Hotel during
the last races, was retired country gem
tleman by the name of Todd. 1t was
very seldom that Mr. Todd allowed himself
to mingle in crowd, but at this time
some imperative business compelled him
to do so: Having seen his baggage safe
ly deposited in the hall, he limidIy pushed
himself through the groups tina, were gath.
cred about discussing the events of the
day, and making his way to the bar, in
quired, in hafleariul whisper, whether
he could have room?
Certainly, Sin said the bar-keeper
John, show this gentleman to No. To-
The porter did as he was told, and, TAX.
ing up Mr. Todd's trunk, ascended several
flights Of steps, traversed long gallery,
and indicted that gentleman into the
designated apartment. ....
Il say said Mr. Todd, looking round
Il say, my man. this will never do for me.
| can't stand it-indeed | can't-take my
baggage down again ..
Away went the porter, and following
him descended Mr. Todd. On reaching
the bar, he called out, in low, mournlul
voice.
4 say, Mister-I must 60 away mus,
try the Planters. You put too many in
room-I want one 10 myself. It's very
unpleasant TO sleep among strangers-I
never could. Pm nervous-very nervous
-timid, my friends call it-bu,, Sir, it's
Notwithstanding but nervousness
The bar-keeper smiled.
Don't laugh, exclaimed Mr. Todd
IT'S true-upon my word, it's true
There, now--don't laugh-don't don't
pray don't Taught puts me on pins and
needles You have not got single bed
ded room, have your
The clerk, who was an amazed listener,
looked over his list, and after brief con-
sultation with the bar.keeper, the latter
said:
Il think we can fix it, Sir! There is
no single room vacant, but here is dou.
bIe-bedded room you can have, and
1t will never do, my l.iend! said Mr.
Todd, shaking his head with a nervous
shudder-'Never! could not survlve il
indeed. ! could not There is no help
eor it, | see, he continued, lugubriously;
1 must try the Planter's--'
Stop, SIR replied the bar.keeper -
You have not heard me out. 1t is true
there are two beds in the room--'
which is one too many, unfortunately,
said Mr. Todd. 'Yes-yes-exaclly one
too many
'And it is equally true that one bed ia
already engaged
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1847-10-28
Tight Boots.
OR
HOW YOUNG MAN WENT INTO A BALL
ROOM.

HOW A YOUNG MAN WENT INTO BALI
About five years ago happened at a
wedding in one Of the back woods coun-
ties of Georgia, al the honse of Major S.
Being the wealthiest man in those parts,
he was DESTROYS Of giving a great flare up,
and for this purpose had invited large
number Of guests to witness the nuptials
OF the eldest of three blooming, cherry,Iip.
ped, strong limbed, clean-tooed daugh-
tiers. Among the invited guests observ-
ed the face of BILL p, representative
of,he County at the University whom
had known as the butt of his class while
there, but who was destined to act a con.
spicuous part on the present memorable
occasion. Bill was an or glnal-sul
QUEENS. He was peculiarly attached to
his head, which was unique in shape, and
clothed with curls which resembled less
Hyperon's than the setting sun in hue
He was six feet two in his stockings, with
legs meeting long way up, and more re-
sembling pair of compasses, than any
thing can at present imaging. Add TO
this, he was twenty years of age, and
reeking with verdancy and bashiulness,
andyou have his dagnerreotype. The
ceremony had been performed, The hour
was waxing late, and all seemed to enjoy
the flow of soul. had exhausted the fun
from the various groups, and was looking
about for subject of interest, when |
perceived Bill, sitting like Napoleon, soil
,ary and alone, with face, the agony of
whose expression, shall never forget
Approaching him, | kindly inquired the
cause Of his distress, and profItred my as
sistance.
Give me your ARM said he, Il am
deahIy sick; let US find room and 60 to
bed.
lie grasped my arm convulsively, and
Iimping along, we went into private
room which Majo S. had assigned me as
my quarters for the night. | soon discov-
cred the cause of Bills malady. which
was a pair of small boots on his large feet
worn with view of curtailiug the fair
proportions of those members. lie en-
deavored in vain to release his feet, aud
as it was impossible to get the assistance
of servant, | volunteered to tug at them
myself, when he had completely cxh austed
his strength. We succeeded at length in
pulling off one--but the other resisted our
every effort Bill was in agony-his foot
was badly swollen and yet he would moi
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1847-10-28

cut The boot. At last last he arose, his
eyes in fine phrenzy rolling, aud drip
ping with perspiration, and pronounclne
analhemas not loud, but deep, upon ali
gatherings in general, and country we'd
dlngs in particular, he divesled himself OF
every garmenl-and stood up unincum-
bered, save with that one terrible boot -
The merriment in the adjoining chamber
contrascd strangely with the anguish in
mine. The guests had now all gone into
the ball room, which was separated from
the room assigned me by thin WALL
| could hear every note OF prepara-
ton made by the fiddler. Approach
ing nearer the wall, | discovered a
door which opened into the room where
they were about commencing the dance.
By this time Bill had recovered his
strength, and recommended the.tug with
his boot. In vain he essayed every posi-
tion and attitude. At length he thought
he might accomplish his object by placing
his back to the wall, his right foot against
one Of my feet, and obtain my assistance,
He placed himself firmly against the door,
and caught his leg and began to pull;
gradually it yielded, and bidding him
make "a long pull, a strong pull, and
pull all together, the boot Unexpectedly
gave way, and with it the door, and poor
Bill went tumbling through the door into
the ballroom!
Such screams from the females, and
such CONSERVATION among bcaux was new
er before seen. In the mids, Of my mirth
uprorious heard the clalter Of horses
hoofs, and looking out of the, window |
beheld solitary horseman flying with the
speed of a locomotive, his long hair stream.
ing in the wind, and clothed in full Geor.
gian costume, to wit, a shirt collar and
pair of spurs. 1t was poor Bill!-Spirh
OfMe Times.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1847-10-28

tina, he gave up in despair the putting OF
his other garments in the same manner
AT length bright thought struck him.
The room door was open-what hnderet
him from going quietly into one of The
numerous rooms which must be vacant by
this time, and there robeing at his ease
His bed was near the door, so he cranet
his head round the post and looked out
There was no sound in the passage, ant
the door on the opposite side was hal
open. His resolve was taken-he huddled
up his clothes, drew the sheet round him
like white mantle, slipped quietly out OF
bed, and darling across, shut the door Of
his new y-chosen room behind him.
Oh, horror of horrors! Oh, unhappy
Mr. Todd! Standing before a mirror, ar
ranging the masses of her long dark hair,
was-a 1UOman! and she-she turned
quickly at the noise Of his entrance, and
beholding strange man, shrieked long
ard loud.
Hudded in his sheet, Mr. Todd ran into
one corneroi the room and crouched down,
crying out
II beg your pardon-I beg your pardon!
It's all mistake! Go out-pIease, go
OUT Oh! what shall do?-wha, shall |
doF
But the lady would not be comforted,
and presently Mr. Todd heard the rush of
many feet coming up the stairs. lie was
now frightened to death. To be discover
ed, he might be shot at or stabbed-the
least lie could expect would be, to be eject
ed instantly from the house. 1t was terri
BILE, but terror gave him strength. He
darted suddenly from the room before the
footsteps reached the landing-rushed III
to his own quadruple.bedded apartment
just as his co-partners were recovering
their Senses and before they were wide
enough awake to discover the cause Of the
cutlery.
whats the matter!" said one, yawn-
ing; and the others repeated the ques-
ton.
I-I don't know" said Mr. Todd. "I,
is a very great noise-and--I am very
much frightened"
Very much frightened indeed lie was.
for his face was very pale, and he gasped
ont his words systematically, Still he con-
tinued, with desperate calmness, to dress
himself, and having at length achieved the
task, he walked down The steps and pre-
scented himself at the bar
"Where is tie clerk" said he, deliber-
a,ely.
The clerk made his appearance.
MY ,,unh, &c 80. rl-""" ..-~. ~.
trunk. Let it be sent to No. - King
slreet-IlI pay the man for his trouble
Directly, if you please"
These sentences Mr. Todd jerked out,
and then added:
my bill-how much is it1'
The bill was handed him. He fumbled
nervously for his purse, and while paying
it, the clerk said,
"Your trunk is ready, Sir-but you will
stop TO breakfasts
Mr. Todd looked at him with sickly
smile, and then turning on his heel, he
said, with slow, mournfuI emphasis
Il thank you; but don't feel as if |
could eat any breakfast to-day"
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1847-10-28

A western editor says he has no objcc.
ton to taking wood in payment for sub.
scriptions to his paper, but that he hates,
after one Of his subscribers has left load
Of wood before his door in the day time,
for him to come and steal it all back at
night! ... ..r
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1847-10-28
aDnetrp.
From the Boston Daily Times.
COME HITLER.

From the Boston Daily Times.
COME HITLER.
Come hller in welcome,
My heart bids me say,
Ay, come in The night time,
Or come in the day!
The same (ondness shall greet thee
You have met with before,
And these arms shall eniold thee
As you enter the door,
Here are lips that have never
Been kissed but by thine;
They have thrilled with warm feeling
AS your pressed TO mine.
Oh, come then in welcome,
And share in The bliss
That ever awaits thee
In moments like this.
Oh, come, for love thee
And can say more?
Don't wait for the evening,
But hasten the hour!
Here's smile Of Affection
Sincerity's own
To gladden. thy coming,
And I'll meet thee alone!
Oh, come then! care not
What others may claim,
know that love thee,
Forever the same.
The sound Of thy foostep
Is mnsic to me,
And my heart fills with rapture,
Whilst waiting for lheel
There is hope in thy coming,
And bliss in thy stay,
And the tones of thy voice
Drive sadness away!
Oh, come then and cheer me;
Such moments are dear,
And the welcome that waits thee,
is truly sincere!
From the Boston Daily Times
"STO2 THE SUPPLIES"
Curse on the brain that first conceived
This deadly treason TO the brave,
Whose sordld coward wish would dig
In foreign soil brothers. grave;
Would see the glorious flag that floats
In triumph DER the foeman's hold,
Fall with the unrequited brave
And rent in pieces, fold by fold. ..
"SToP THE sUPPLIEs" a noble thought
Worthy the first from heaven that fell;
"SToP THE sUPPLIEsm worthy ShouI
TO be the banner-cry of hell!
When on the distant battle field
The wounded soldier moaning lies.
What cheer comes from the land whose fame
lie bIeeds 10 save:-"SToP THE sUPPLIEs!'
Oh! no! nations voice shall drown
Those words in tones Of anger deep;
The nations hand the traitor herd
To ruin and oblivion sweep.
And as our banners towards the foe
In steady march advancing wave,
So shall the patriot party move,
Each step on reason's lrampled grave.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1847-10-28

krPA good conscience maketh food
aud res; sweet.