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Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
From the St. Louis Republican, October ID.
from the City Of Mexico


The splendid steamer Illinois has Just
arrived from New Orleans. She left that
port on Saturday evening. The most i'm
portant news is embraced in the following
paragraph, which we copy from the N.
.. Picayune Of Saturday evening.
The steamship James L. Day has just
arrived from Vera Cruz, which port she
left on the 2lst inst. The intelligence fol-
iy confirms our anticipations as to the re-
suit of the negotiations.
We have no details, but letter from
Orizaba to Mr.. Dimond at Vera Cruz,
dated the 18th inst, says that an express
had just arrived from the city of Mexico,
which brought the intelligence that Gen.
Scott had entered the capital, after having
on the 18th taken the formidable fortress
of Chapultepec and the citadel.
He entered the city on the night Of the
day on which the battle took place. Gen.
Bravo was killed, and Santa Anna himself
| was wounded in the arm, and had retired
with the remnant OF his troops which had
suffered severely, to Guadalupe.
The Sun Of Ananuac, which has an &C.
count Of the engagement even more brief
than our own, says the slaughter was ter
rible.
The Sun says the heights of Chapul,e-
pc were taken possession OF on the 18th,
and that the 18th and 18th was spent in
bom5arding the city, and portion of our
army entered on the morning of The 10th,
the balance remaining at Chapultepe.
We have letters from Mr.. Kendall and
files OF the ''Diario del Gobierno," from
which we shall publish tomorrow a mass
of news Of great Importance.
We have no other positive news from
the city OF Mexico.
The report at the Quar!ermaster's office
in this city, is that Gen. Scott had los, one
half has army.
, Abou, 5000 men left Vera Cruz for
Mexico to-day, before tie sailing of ;he
Day.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
Libel Suits.

We may have been misinformed and
therefore connot voach for the truth ofthe
report, that Professor Harlan is about to
commence libel suits against the Keokuk
Register, Davenport Gazette, Dubuque
Tribune and other Iowa papers, for pub
fishing garbled copies Of his late official
circular. II such should be the fact then
those OF our contemporaries who have pro-
voked the vengence Of the learned profess
sor will find out what it is to "breast the
rugged front of war. We can assure the
Register, ct i'd omne genus, that it is an aw-
iul business to encounter man whose
" Mothers father served seven years in the
Revolutionary war Burlington Ga
Zeltee.
II these papers have published the
genuine,a and not the garbled address, they
may we'll fear the consequences of a libel
suit. However, we don't believe they II
experience "nuch Of shower" as the
learned professors ancestors, on his moth
er's side, were all quakers, and he do mt
fear any body but few "nerveless, heart
less aristocrats" at Iowa City. These he
means always to hold himself in badness
to meet, "'mid clashing swords and gleam-
ing steelr' Heaven forbid" that he
should be frightened from what he ''bc-
lieves to be right!''
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

Clairrosance.---From the astonishing
devotion which the editor of the Daven-
port Gazette evinces in the cause of ami
NAL magnetism, as well as from the char
acter Of his late revelations in that science,
we incline TO the belief that ere he awakes
from his ciairvoyant sleep, the world
may be astonished with the discovery OF
the philosophers stone, and also, of the
principles of The whig party. We hope
tha, he will wake up before long, and by
his own testimony, as well as by the aid
Of his well balanced mind" and power
iui pen, set his party at restupon this SUBJ
iect.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

TThe Reporter cautions the uerdani
against being taken in by the flaming adj
vertisements of Lots for sale at Monroe
City, the new seat Of government. The
caution may be applicable about Iowa c.
ty-it is not needed on the Des Moines
-Des Moines Valley Wing.
That the above caution was particular
~ applicable upon the De.moines, we
never insinuated: that it is not prcemi-
nently 60 in The vicinity Of the capital,
we think issuhciently proven by the fact
that men of SO small caibre az the writer
Of the above, generally 60 away from here
without being taken ia But if you won't
take on so, friend Howell, about the pso-
pie of Iowa City, we promise you that
come Of them shall irxite you to dinner,
the next time you come here after print
ing patronage.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

TThs Cincinnati Herald, of the 22d
ult., an Abolition Wing paper, says: "The
regiment leaves Camp Wool at 8 to-day
for Vera Cruz. We can hardly hone then,
success, but we hope they will have a
pleasant time of it,"
That's honestly spoken, genuine tory
ism for you. tits rather provoking, tho,
that such editors should claim all the pat
riotism. as well as "all the decency and
responsibility" Whether the latter hope
above expressed is likely to be realized,
We cannot, Of course, say. One thing,
however, is certain, viz that those who,
while our country is engaged in an ac-
tive war with foreign foe, have shown
themselves ready, and prepared by their
previous course to throw up their caps,
in case Of any reverse to our arms, will
undoubtedly have "a pleasant time of it"
in the recollection of all future genera
tons.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
Maine Election.

The Augusta Maine) Age, makes the
following remarks relative to the late cleo
ton in that State. We commend them to
the Corwin branch Of the federal party
in this state, and il they are thereby re-
minded Of their traitorous course in the
late election in Iowa, and of our own re-
marks upon the decease Of "that same
old coon,'' we hope they will not accuse
us Of wishing 10 harrow up their feelings.
We have no other wish, in thus bringing
old scenes to their minds, than that they
may in future learn wisdom from the ex-
perience Of the past, and pursue a policy
which, il it ever should result in their be-
ing the victors. might be comparatively an
honor, and not foul blot upon our fair
state estcucheon. The Age says:
abandoning all its old hobbies, feder-
alism pressed into the canvass, "the Mex
lean war;" as the great issue upon which
It rested its hopes Of success. The issue
was promptly met and accepted by the
democracy Of the State. That issue has
been well aud fally' tried by the people.
Their verdict has been rendered. A stern
and emphatic condemnation ofthe treason.
able conduct Of federalism in again array
ing itself in opposition to the country
while engaged in war with foreign
power, has been unequivocally pronounc-
ed. 1t is The verdict from which there is
no appeal. 1t is the judgment ofthe high
est tribunal known to the country"
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
1.-THE Baltimore Araus saws.

The Hero of San Jacinto-Gen. Sam
Houston-in lis speech on the war quest
ION III the Senate, stated some facts which
convict the whg Legislators Of This State Of
libell'ng their country beyond all hope of
escape from that condemnation which such
an act demands at the hands of the people.
For Instance, be states hat England recce-
nized the Texan claims to the Rio Grande.
by directing Ler Minister to apply to the
Texan Government to make valid grants
y. land that had been made bv the Mexi.
can Government to British subjects prior
to the Texan revolution, and that The Tex
an government acted in obedience to the
suggestions Of that European power; that
when Gen. Vasquez invaded Texas with
his marandng parties, he declared it to be
an invasion cfTexas when he crossed the
Rio Grande-that every warlike move
ment of Mexico pointed TO the Rio Grande
as The true boundary and that the pro.
clamaton of Gen. Vol in 1911 declared
every Mexican 10 be rebel and traitor
who, at the end Of thirty days from the
Haie Oh MS lroCid!GailnN SNoNiu De iOHnQ
one league distant on this side Of the Rio
Grande; that Col. Hays and his rangers
kept possession Of the country beiw cen
the Neuces and the Rio Grande: that lex
leo had no military establishments in that
country and exercised no jurisdiction over
any part 81 /; and that Texas extended
her laws and exercised her jurisdiction
over erery foot Of ii! Now unless AIR.
Kennedy and the other wing hhelers of
oar Government can prove that they are
better informed about Texan affairs and
Texan claims than Gen. Houston j., who
was President Of that Redubiic Tor four
years, they must stand condemned by their
warmest partsauS for doing All irrepara-
bic wrong TO their country, and meet, with
the execration> Of every patriotic citizen,
for thus falsely placing their country ia
the wrong before the nations the earth.
The treason of Benedict Arnold is as
aothing compared with this dishonor
voted upon their country.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

Which IS Righi?--Tom Corwin speak
ing OF the war, in his iasnous--or rather
inlam Gus speech, said:
1.-THE brutal passions Of our soldiers can
never be restrained by any commander.
Neither helpless infancy, decrepid old age,
nor loneliness, can arrest them in the graf
ifica.ion Of their brutal passions
So much for Tom. But Gen. Scott Just
hands over the Ohio Senator what was left
Of that "hasty plate Of soup" and burns
the honorable hbeller's mouth with it, in
the following style;
"No! public sentiment is not to be crea-
ted or animated by faIsehood. We have
not proianed your temples, nor abused your
women, nor seized your property, as they
would have you believe
Which was right? Scott in Mexico, or
Corwin in Washington.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
SUDiiEn:fy OF Criticism.

The Baltimore American, very able
and usually lair opposition paper, takes
Cen. Scorr sharply to task because he
used the word unnatural" in speaking Of
the war between this country and Mexi-
co, and because he did not repel certain
lnslnua.ions of the Mexican Secretary Of
War. While we are hot inclined TO de-
iend either of the ofences complained of
by the .Hmerican, yet be beg to suggest
whether some indulgence is not due to
the brave soldier who is guilty of them
especially when vein the midst of horne
and ease-do no, know the circumstances
Of the case?
But why does the .4n,uicnn 90 all the
way to The plains Of Mexico, to denounce
our commanding Gent for hasty phrases,
when 1t is surrounded with the proof Of
absolute treason to the cause of the Union.
IN the conduct of its own political friends,
who daily outrage all propriety, and truth,
and decency, i'll "aiding" and ''comfor.-
ing" Mexico, and degrading and dishonor-
ing their OWN counlry?-P Pennsylvania.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
Grat,sitious Advice.

Corwin has been making speech late
y. He opposes the acquisition Of terri
tory from Mexico because the war is un-
Just, and we have consequently no right
to any; but he deprecated the agitation Of
slavery; the Wilmot proviso was danger
Gus qnestion-.it ought not said Mr.. Cor
win, receive the serious consideration Of
any man. All good men should unite to
preserve the Union as it is.
BY reading tho following extract from
Corwin's famous speech, it will be seen
with what proprieiy wholesale and trail
trous li6eler Of the American people like
him and others Of his ilk, can assume 10
cant about preserving the Union 'os it IS. =
''The brutal passions OF our soldiers can
never be restrained by any commander
Neither helpless infancy, decrepid old age,
nor lovel;ness, can arrest them in the gra-
tifica.ion Of their brutal passions
Ont, vile calumniator Of your country
men; you are not the man to teach them
how to preserve this glorious Union. You
would be more consistent, and (if you are
honest in what you have heretofore said, J
more in your element, if you were to form
a regiment Of wing editors and march TO
the aid Of your Mexican allies. The hope
of''aid and comfort" which you have here
tofore held out TO them is likely to prove
Of little benefit to them, through the failure
OF your party to secure a reliable whig
majority in the next Congress. In the
mean time they need your assistance.
They are in pretty hot water now, and
will hardly be able to hold ont until YOU
can prove your affection for them by the
only course you can consistently pursue,
tafier repudia.ing the motto, ssmy country,
RICH. OF wrong" and declaring that your
country is wrong and Mexico In the
right;) viz: that Of giving them all the as
distance in your power.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

R'tm.-The New York Tribune at
tribes the defeat Of whiggery in Maine, to
Rum; aud groans about Blue Monday to
the wings" THIS, we suppose, means
that they took it too soon, and had not got
over lis effects. We notice that ota.r
wing papers complain OF the wings ''not
going to the polls.- Indiana Sentinel.
The School Of Manners George
III, was walking the quarter deck OF one
of his men-o war, with his hat on, a sail
or asked his mesSmate who that fellow
was who didn't dowse his peak 10 The al
miral. why, it's the king. Well,
king or no kirg," retorts the other, ''he's
an unmannerly dog; Lord, where
should he learn manners replied, Jack,
che never was out Of sight of land in his
life."
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
About aid and Comfort.

We give below an extract from work
just issued from the press by Mr.. Donno-
van, printer, formerly of Lafayette, la.
Mr.. D. was taken prisoner while clerk
ing on steamboat. on the Rio Grande.
and sold IS slave to a printer in Vala.
dolid. The work from which the follow.
ing extract is taken gives an account of his
captivity and escape. We commend the
extract to the Mexican branch of the whie
party Of this country. Those ofthem who
are in the habit Of ridiculing the charge Of
"aiding and comforting" the enemy, may
find in it new impetus to their trairrous
task Of denouncing their own government,
and Of sympalhising with that Of Mexico
Here is the extract:
"But the most difficult matter of com
prehension TO the editor was, how "whiy
generals" should be placed at the head Of
the American army, while the adminisira-
tration was opposed 10 the whiss-and
when Corwin's speech against the war
was received through "El Monitor" from
the city Of Mexico, we were asked ifSenor
Corwln would not Immediately raise a
company Of rofun'eers. issue pronuncia-
MEMO and attack the President! The ed
itor vas delighted with the speech, and
TepubIished 1t, by inserting some two col
umns daily. He esteemed Senior Corwin
as lar superior TO Senior Polk, in sagacity
and eloquence. But poor fellow, he know
but little Of the enlightened state of parties
IN this country, where officials can abuse
s'ch other with IMMUNITY and where great
er revolutions have been consumated hy
the pen than were ever accomplished by
the sword.'
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
BY LAST NIGHTS MAI,

BY las, nights mail, we received news
confirming the report Of SCOTS taking
the City of Mexico, but no PARTICULARS
The American loss in killed and wound
ed is reported to be 700. Generals Pill.
low, Worth and Smith are reported killed
but them. o. Delta says there is no foup-
dation to the report. All our accounts ars
from Mexican sources, and very little re-
lance can be placed in them.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

Our Several Ivars.-Acording to the
Federalists, cur first Wharf.-The war ofthe
Revoluion-was the REELS WAR"
Our second was "JAmEs MADlsoS's
WAR.
Our third is GAMES X. PoLK's WAR"
Each o! these wars has received their
most unqualified condemnation, and un-
mitigated hostility. The only war these
iedefal>ts ever seemed disposed 10 engage
in with vigor, was the one they tried TO
get up against General Jackson, for his
opposition to Mr. Bddle'S ExcHANeE
REGuLAroR-But they lacked volunteers.
- Statesman.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

Il Maj. Gen. Appleton Howe, Il
Massachusetts militia officer, and formerly
wing member ofthe Massachusetts Sen.
ate, considers the officers and soldiers Of
the United States government engaged in
the MEXICAN war, as infamous az pirates.
and hopes :or the lasting 'nfamy Of the vol
unteer corps OF The army now in Mexico.
Such sentiments as these, Major General
Appleton Howe, are only worthy of a
traitor and coward, while the insult YOU
offer the memory of the brave LIN DIN is
too despieable TO emanete from soul
within the image Ola man. Such recre,
ancy to country, 'duty, decency, is loath
some to hehold-,isgusting 10 contemplate.
Thou dog, begone. . Boston Post.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

E5-Tce latest curiosity we have in To-
wa City is the tap from the "despotic heel
of unmitigated locofoism." 1t is some.
what worn, and has the appearance Of
having been in active use of late.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

.Appoiniment.-The President has ap-
pointed John Mcpherson, Esq, Consul
for Genoa, in the place Of Mr.. Lester, who
has been recalled, it is stated, at the re-
quest of the Sandman government. The
Washington letter writer's now state that
Robert Tyler, Esq, son of the ex.Presi-
dent, will receive the mission to Naples.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

EnThe Sun of Anahuac states that
Paredes was present with Gen. Valencia,
at the battle of Coutreras, and assisted in
ordering and directing the movements and
maneuvering Of the command.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

Wanksgiving.-Gov. Edwards, by pro.
clamation, has designated Thursday, the
25th day Of November, as day Of Thanks
giving throughout Missouri.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

d An incident showing the fearless
daring Of our brave tars, is told by an Eng.
llsh paper, and is as follows:
The American frigate Macedonia, form
erly conquered from this country, and
now sent over mere with gratuitous sup
ply Of provisions, was waiting at the tail
OF the bank on the 9th ult., when the
Queen arrived in the Clyde. Just when
the Queens steamer was about to pass
the Macedonia, and whilst cannons wGre
roaring from the shore in every direction,
aud the atmosphere resembling with the
huzzas OF the m;iililudeS, two snamen
were observed on board the American fri
gate, the one coolly sitting on the summit
OF the fore top-royal, and the other of the
mizentop-roy almast. Immediately a third
sailor was observed mounting the main
mast; he olso ran up the rigging to the
toproyal mast which he nimbiy assembled,
aud then standing on its very top with
one foot, he deliberately took off his hat,
waved it three times round his head, and
gave cheer TO her Majesty. A seaman
OH board one of the Queens ships was
next seen ascending TO the summit Of the
topmast; bat when he had nearly reached
the top, he was TO appearance ordered
Down by an oflicer, who very prulentIy,
we conceive, conntetmanded toe imitation
OF most brave and daring, but certainly a
foolish feat.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

Lendjag.-'I say Jenny, lend me your
newspaper"
y can't do it, you wouldn't lend me
your new coat tolher day, you know
"Nonsense, that's another thing; only
want to read it 20 the ladies'"
Cant come it, Jenny, l only wanted
to wear your coat to see the ladies'"
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

IL Two hundred troops bound for Cal
ifornia left New York on Monday, under
command of Lieut.. Thomas E. katcham.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

We regret to learn, from Washington,
that the Postmaster General, Hon. Cave
johnson, is seriously ill.,
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13

Done tor.-The Washington Union has
long withstood the WIDEN, attacks Of the
National Intelligencer, and the other lar
ger organs oflhe federal party. MIR. Rit-
chic seems to stand very comp'acently in
the storm of federal billingsgate that is
wsging around him. But since our neigh
Dor, STour OF the Bloomington Herald, has
opened his destructive battery upon him,
we have serious doubts for the old mans
welfare. The fac, is, Stcu. is bound to
demolish him; there is no help for it.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
Ours are the Boys.

A correspondent in the army, speaking
of the recaptnre ofthe guns taken by San
ia Anna at Buena Vista, gives the follow
ing sketch: ''ln taking one Of the batte-
ries, two cannons were discovered; bear
ing the Z. S. arms. They were two of TIE
three captured by Santa Anna at Argos
tura, aud strange; REcApTuRED By THE
IDENTICAL COMPANY to which they origi-
naily belonged. The scene which follow
ed, beggars all description. A lover be-
holding the object Of his first VOW, hus-
band returning to his bride, could not ex-
hibit Joys more ecstatic than our soldiers
manifested in the presence Of these
trophies! They all but bugged and en-
braced them, and rent the air with wild
huzzas, while drawing peals of eloquence
from the object Of their devotion"
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-10-13
P:aEs.N OlaeS.

Headiy, in his sketch of Paul Jones
relates the following anecdote:
Inc daring rover was lowering on the
coast OF Scotland, and just then Threatening
kirkaldy.
The inhabitants, as they saw her bear.
ing steadily up towards the place. wers
filled with terror, and run hitner and hi,
Their in alright; bu, the good mn;stsr
Rev. Mr.. shlrra, assembled his flock an
the beach to pray the Lord to deliver Their,
from their enemies. lie was an eccentric
man-one OF The quaintest of the Quaint of
Scotch divlnes, so that his PRAYERS, even
IN those days, were often quoted for their
oddity, and even ruughness,
Whether the following PRAYER is liter
ally true or not, it is difficult to tell; but
there is little doubt that the invocation IF
the excited eccentric old man was sutficien.
tly odd, 1t is said that, having gathered
his congregation on the beach in fall siybt
OF the vessel, which, under press of can.
vass, was making long tack ,ha, brought
her close to the town. he knelt down on
the sand ana thus began:
"Now, dear Lord, dinna We think it =.
shame for ye to send this vile pirate to
rob our folk o'kirkaldy, for We ken they're
pur enow already, and haze nae.hing to
spare? The way the wind b,aws he'll hs
here in jii'y, and VIVA kens wha, he NAV
do' He's lac too good for anything
Mickle's the mischief that he has done
already. He'll burn their honses al,
their very claes, and iirl them tn tho COIL
And wae's me, wha kens but the bl;,;dv
william might tax their lives? The ,,,;.
weemen are most frightened ont ~ ,Ls;-
wits, aud the BARNS Striking after them,
Gamma think ufitl lae byan lonc, o f;.l
iuI servant to We, Lord, but GIN We dim,
turn the wind about, and bl,w t1,e scoun.
drel out Of our gate, Id nae Stir ioot mn.
VIII Just sit here TIL the dell comes. Sas
talk yer will o't.n
i ihe Baltimore American, wing
paper says:
, zen Heo'' IN iis note 10 the MeI1caA
fresiceh'' 'ehd F'hg al a'inlStice, calls the
~ l''''t'N' -" uH'
.'"' "'ti war ana says 'nal 100 much blood
mas ALREADY been shed IN 1t. Inc NeNi.
can Secretary 81 War, replying to Gen
Scot ho'e' refers 10 these expressions,
ai" 1"ys:
II Is eef,aihiy iamen'aoie iI"t IN Co..
sequence OF me disregard "t The rl2hi> #
'Ie rteN'cah hepnoilc, the shedding N
c c mas become iFev,'"h'r h@'"@"" '"'
''S' 'eP''T ,1 OF me american co''&r'"'
az" "'' LA'eiiT''ey win great pF'I''tN
tN"''''eS '''> war as ""ha'of"'' as wei on
.oo'''' u ~ "''si,' a. me "h!Sc'"S'''' ID
~" ~ P.'P'' ', =, oy '"ei' Ee'"''"N
emu u, ''''e' $685.
,,,lL I,. ~. "''''I' "'p.'Se 'r'"l we see
vi '"' DIS '''i>' 'e1'ec'i'i5 UPON ne
her, quietly received by Gen. Scott arl
allowed to stand before the world A. al,
othria! esrondenre. If the NleAican