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TaIladesa Flour.

The Mobile Herald, of the 18Th inst.
says that some or 300 sacks of Flour
had arrived IN that city during that week
from the Mills of Robert Jamison, Sri,
of Talladega county, and some seventy
miles from this place. The quality Of
this Flour was equal 10 any Of the Ooio
brands, and was readily sold at 90 so
per sack Of 90 lbs. and is now retailing
from store at "a, which is equivalent to
IS per Dbl. This, we hope, is the be.
ginng Of new branch of ] .dusfry 10
South Alabama. The whole OF the Tai.
tadega valley is finely adapted to wheat
culture. The soil is what is termed
limestone land, and lies remarkably
we'll, and with the requisite knowle dye
and skill properly directed, as rich re-
turns Of wheat, We believe. can be hdd
there as in any portion Of the West.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29

J. l.. F. Cot,relI, ESQ, a Locofoco
member OF the las, Cong ess from Ala.
bama, like his COLLEAGUES, Mr.. Payne, has
been thrown overheard by the District
Convention, and Sampson w. Harris,
Esq. is nominated in bis place. Mr.
Cottrell voted for the censnre OF Gen
eral Taylor, and he has been thrown of
the track by his ownspariy, in order to
proven, his defeat by the Wings.
This is one OF the many abuses which
the Wing papers in this State bIazor
fo tn TO the people, when il rs plain to
every individual that reads them that
they carry contradiction on their face.
Admit wha! these Mexican papers 3 ay
does il not show that the Democracy OF
the country are in favor Of Gen. Tsy-
Tor, and even should there have beer a
'censnre,' does it not demonstrate the
absurdity Of wha, thcy say that the De-
mocra:s wished to destroy Gsn. Tsy
lori No. The truth is, that while the
Democratic party have generously &c.
corded TO General Taylor full praise fol
his distinguished services, scores O.
Wing papers and politicians have Gov
cred his name and character with insui
and viiuperation.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
Governor Lost,

Joshua L. Maitin, Governor OF Ala.
bama, has s,rayed to parts unknown,
and no account hss been taken Of him
since he left Tuscaloosa, about the first
OF June. The Montgomery Flag &
Advertiser says that money has been
subscribed to pay the expenses of an
individual to GO in search Of him. Tie
day OF Joshua IS over, and mot flu
neral note will be heard wen his lights
are extingnshed.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
MELONS and Large Cotton.

We had the pleasure few days since oil
visiting the Farm oil our friend, Frank Hat
ten, few miles from this place, where we
found "all quantities" of Water Melons
and 6ne Cotton. We participated in the
devastation of Mellon that weighed l91lps
and had the blu mp Of curiosity so Largely
developed that we counted the seed it CON
tanned, and much to our surprise we found
i, contained 7O3 seed. He has some splen-
did Coiton--onc stalk in particular, we no.
ticedt was ieel and inches high, and
bore ~ holes, blossoms and squares on it.
And from the appearance OF his crop, we
would have supposed that this stalk was
not more than what ii generally would
average.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
Keep il before the Pee ple.

That the wing party are opposed TO
The war with Mexico, nd that Mr. Cock,
a whig from Tennessee, introduced q
resolution INTO the House OF Repre-.
sentalives, at the last session of Con-
gress. censurlng General Taylor for his
gallant conduct at Monterey and that
Reuben Chapman, the democratic can
ddale for Governor, voted aga inst il, as
every true friend of.his country should
have done. For which noble act the
people Of Alabama wilt elect him for
their Chief Magistrate at the next Au-
gust election.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29


An article appeared 10 the last NUM-
Der of the HayneyiIIe Chroricle. under
the signature OF mo color man,' which is
well calculated to disorganize and do
much injury 10 the causeof our party Ia
the com ng election OF member TO Con-
gress. We are inclined TO doubt the
Democracy Of al individual who would
undertake 10 scatter a fre-brand in our
ranks. as that article Is so much calcu>
lated to do. Alter a convention had
been called, notice given 10 all parts OF
the Districts, countenanced by all the
counties, fairly meet and made fair
nomination of gentleman in every
way well calculated to DO honor to him.
self and reflect credit 10 the District, our
surprise is Of the utmost. II The Con.
venlion bad been hurried thing-got-
ten up in few days, and packed for the
especial purpose of nominating par
.icular man, regardless OF the interests
of the party or the capabil,y of the per-
son so hurriedly nominated, there would
been o one mere readylhan ourselves 10
have scorn'd and treated It with contempt.
But such was not the case in The late
Convention al Centreville. All mems
were used in appointing delegates from
every county. TO select such as would
be unirammelIed by personal favofs, so
thai fit nomination could be made-anS
NOT to disparage any ci the other gen-
llemen who were disposed to run II,ey
made one. upon which every good dem.
ocrat in the Sd should respond 10 on
The first Monday in August next. BIZ at,
tending the ballot box and there deposit
his vote for his party. for his country
and for Sampson w. Harris, the no.ni.
mated Democratic candidate. This OBJ
position is not originated BY the members
of the Democratic party, but they give
countenauce TO the cry Of Whigrerv.
They should know lha, every Wing and
Wing paper in the State have abused
Col Cottrell as one of the West locofo.
cos in the Slate, hut as soon as another
gentleman is nominated for the Office.
which he has filled with honor to him.
self and win credit TO his constituents,
they cry out overboard-fa desperately
in love with him, and are very parted,
lar in pointing out his injuries so os 10
enlist naturally. his friends to their aid
Of dis 'rganization. Such will mol do now.
fnr Mr.: Cotrell has friends that cannot
be duped by The enemy TO enter into
such serviltv.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
The Vote of Ccnsure.

We have commenced in to-days paper
the publication Of The proceedings OF Con-
gress on the wing styled vote Of censure.
We have not Sufficient room this week TO
give comments, nor do we consider it ne.
cessary 10 give any, but we hope that our
readers will pay particular attention to The
whole proceedings, and those Of them that
are wings and have been free in accusing
the Democratic party of hostility to Gen.
Taylor, will be satisfied that if there was
any censure about The matter, it was e 81
thought ofand brought forward By the whie
party. The proceedings will be continued
IN our next paper.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
The National WING,

A new paper recently commenced publ
cation in the city ofSWash'ngton, requests
all its brothers Of the press in the United
States, TO publish list of all the papers in
their respective counties and districts, Civ.
ing their names and politics, with view to
compl tie list Of afthe newspapers in the
United States, to be printed, copy Of
which TO be sent to every paper that will
assist in giving the Information. For the
information of the Wing, We give The fol-
lowing as tn number published in this, the
Sd Congi essional District, of Alabama:
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
Mexican Trophies.

Il is said that besides the capture of Santa
Annals wooden leg, dinner, woman and
carriage, there were found 500 copies Of
Corsoin's whig speech, delivered in the
last Congress. Santl Anna had them
sppsly developed 10 the seat OF his carriage
with the anticipation Of proving to the
Mexican people that there were portion
OF the people Of The United States with
them or the war natrer.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
Democratic Nomination.

AT a meeting held by The Democracy OF
Mobile County, on Saturday 18th inst,
Joseph Seawel, was nominated for the
State Senate, and p. Phillips, P. Walker
and Blanton McAlpin were nominated Tor
Representatives. Col. Seaweil was pre-
sent and accepted the nomination. 1t is
certainly gratifying to Mr. McAlpin's many
friends in this vicinity to hear OF his nom-
nation, and they would be more so TO hear
of his acceptance, for he would, beyond "a
doubt, be elected by handsome majority.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
PRoLIyIc.- II is said that Mrs Res

PRoLIyIc.- Il is said that Mrs Rosa
Flourroy, wife OF Thomas G. Flour
nov, OF Chambers county. in this State,
has presented her husband with five
children r. the short space often months
and six,een osys-three at one birth on
The 9Th Of June, 1916 snd'two at sno.
Their, the 2o.hof April, lS47. The three
former have since died, tie two letter
are still living.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29

The latest news we have from General
Scott Is, that he was at Rio Frio and
a depntation had been sent to HIM from
the city Of Mexico with overtures Of reace,
but were not of such nature as he would
accept so we may expect to hear Of his en-
trance into the Halls OF the Monlezumas
in few days. M-
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29

On Monday The 10th inst, Gideon
Webb. living near Alexandria, Benton
county, shot his wife through the body
win ride. killing her insiantaneously
Webb said J, was done aecideniallr, but
suspicion being aroused in consequences
Of previous threats made BY him, an in.
vestisation was hold before Magistrate,
after which, Ne vas ecMmiiled for fur>
TIER ir;sf
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
Still smaller.

The little Misses Hardw.cks, recently OF
Savannah Geu., have been giving during The
last week, vocal concerts TO delighted audi
ences. They certainly excel any thing OF
the age. Extraordinary young ones.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29

THIS party has, al last, found an indlvid.
ual Cor candidate for Governor, in the
person of Nick Davis, of Limestone coun
iy. This is what we admire in the Wings
1t shows degree of independence and
a determination 10 advocate principles. =
1t certainly speaks better for them TO be de-
feated in this election by runningsan open
and fearless Wing, than to enlist and sue
coed under the banner of that sycophant,
Joshua L. Marlin.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29

Archibald Galdchrist OF Lowndes co.
is recommended BY correspondent Of
the H,yneyiIle Chronicle, as suitable
person to run for Congress in opposi>
,ior 10 MAJ. Harris. This is ss II should
be. Mr. Gildchrist writes pretty hand,
hut he can't quite come Ill! n
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
Dcnth of DanicI O,Conmell.

This great Statesman and Irish agitator
died at Genoa, on the 18th OF May. Be-
fore he died he directed that his heart should
be deposited at Rome, in token Of his vene-
ration of the Catholic Religion, and his
BODY 10 be buried in Ireland.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29

Seth p. Slo,rs Esq. is The democi atis
candidate for Senator il The District
composed Of the counties Of AutsSka
and Coosa. We look for lie election
Of Mr.. siorrs. against oil oppos;iion. BY
at least 500 maiorisy.4 Flsx eASUs-
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
Ladies' National Margarine.

The July number Of this highly popular
literary work has come to hand. loaded with
a rich feas, Tor the literali Of The day. Its
embellishments are rich, and display consi-
derahle taste, much TO the credit of the
artist. 1t is a work that every young lady
would find TO afford mach useful informa
ton. Price for one year. only SO.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29

HW. WnKms declines, in esnse.
quence Of illheal'h, being candidate for
tie Legislature from Coosa county.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29
A workman employed on the N,

A workman employed on the New
Hotel in Montgomery, fell dead. on
Thursday last. soon after eaung his
breakfast. II is supposed that it was
caused by spopIexy. This is the second
sudden death that has taken place in
that city within the Two last weeks.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-06-29

The citizens Of Eufsula have solicited
from private contributions el,IOs, Tor
he suff-rirg people Of IRELAND. "a
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01
Gone Coons, Us. Pictures. Our cotem-

Gone Coons, Us. Pictures. Our cotem.
porary Of the Standard appears to be very
much annoyed at the display in some Of
the democratic journals, Of such cuts as
"gore coons," steamboats, for Salt River q
&C., in their announcements Of the result
Of the election. For our neighbor Of the
Gazette we cannot speak, and have only
to say, in justification Of our own display
OF coon fixins, that, having inquired in
vain Of that respectable individual, the
Oldest inhabitant," as to what wing prin-
ciples were, in order to announce their
overthrow in Iowa, we were compelled to
adopt cut which every body would un-
derstand, both as being an acknowledged
wing substitute, in lack Of principles for
the public eye, and as correctly represent
ing the sly and sneaking conduct Of some
Of the leaders Of that party, particularly
the aforesaid editor of the Standard.
Appropos, of pictures. Willthe editor
Of the Standard inform us Whether s'coffln
hand Bills are, or were, properly speak
ing, pictures, and whether he ever had
aught to do in circulating them
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01
II Sip Of The Tongue.-An exchange
tells the following, which is mot slow for

II Slip of The Tongue.-An exchange
tells the following, which is 'not slow for
such subject: ...- . 49,. - rs.
A short time since, an aged lady who
resides in Cambridge, Mass, was relating
to company who had assembled at a
squilting," some "reminiscences OF her
youthful days, and among other stories
which was related, was one in which she
gave an account of the pranks OF the col
leee boys when "she was gall" Says
she, go, them college chaps was orful
wild fellows, and they was always cutting
up their shines; don't you think, one night
some Of 'en got gal into their room and
kept her there all night-towards morning
they wanted to let her out, but they
darsn't let her go down the stairs, Gauss
they were watched, so they put The young
gal in basket, and hitched u rope to it,
and lowered her down from the third sto-
ny window, but don't you think, when the
basket got down about half way, the rope
broke, and fell QUIT" -~
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

Moral Greatness. - Moral greatness con-
sists not in the office man fills, or in the
elevation he hasreached by the assistance
of his friends. The most hnmble indivi-
dual in our neighborhood may in reality
be the greatest man in the town. He is
unknown TO the crowd, but in correct
principles, moral habits, unbending in
tegrity, he shows grandeur Of character
Of which no man in power can boast
His talents and exertions are forming and
fixing the habits of many who are not SEN
sible of the influence he has upon them -
He works silently, judiciously and con.
stantly. This moral is greatness. Where
you find man leading you alorg imper-
ceptably, as by silken cords, and ~ quiet
resis.less appeals you may be sure that he
possesses in an eminent degree the eie-
ments OF real greatness. Such an indivi-
dual is worth to humanity thousand
times as much as the man who is elevated
in the glare of seiishness and popular APP
plause; who has been lifted up by others,
but who never raised himself an inch by
his courage, his steadfastness, his moral
power, or virtue. .-s
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01
NUMBER IS.

. Silas. Wright. From SAckst's Harbor,
| descended the 81. Lawrence to Ogdens-
bnrgh, and from thence by stage to Canton,
to visit Governor Wright. 10
Governor Wright and myself are per-
sonal friends besides we both belong to
the Democratic party; and though he was
at the head Of it in the state, and | some,
what near the caudle extremity, still ex-,
tremes oft-times meet = and Itook friends
privilege TO visit him socially. In tho
morning after my arrived accompanied
him,to the bayfield,, aud admired the ease
and dignity with which. he adorned his
translation from put &c to private life Ah!
sir, could you havNseen him With his cool
straw hat and cooler tow pants, and mated
how dexterously be handled his scyihe
and neatly laid his swaths! Visions d
Roman ansterity and simphcity-Cincin-
natus behind the plough. "the noblest Ro-
han Of them all'--danced before my sight,
and then swelled out into all the pomp
and circumstances of glorious reality i
could not but wish that had daguerreo-
type apparatus at hand to catch the portrait
az it was, for the benefit Of some future
Livy, to illustrate and adorn his text
His excellency was in the best of spirits
and ofhealth-the scurvy tricks of fortune
and party do not ruflle him particle.
Corr. Syracuse Star.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

II Daniel come again to Judgment = The
senior of the Standard says that there are
now but five or six states in which de-
mocracy predominates. We suppose this
must be SO, or he would not have staked
ms reputation by saying it. His charac-
ter as prophet in Isreal is too high to ad
NIT of its being moderated at this late day
Some of our citizens will recollect that he
is the same Daniel who, when he came to
Iowa under the expectation of an appoint
ment from Mr.. Clay, informed the people
of this place that but two states would 90
for Polk--Illinois and Arkansas-but that
he might possibly get Missouri.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

- The very fact that General TAY.
LoR should be claimed as "a whig' by the
opposition, and yet rebukes their nomina,>
ton as"a party scheme and refuss~-s.se''r'
company, is the best proof tha.Cc nc e,sr
felt inclined TO federalis~" ne Is lea'"iy
ashamed of it pop-~l Pennsyiva .gs
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

Il The editor of the Hawkeye desig-
mates DR.. Brownlow Of Tennessee, as the
hole-heartcd" DR.. Brownlow. This
may be so; but we have always under
stood that lie was Mexican Wing.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

TOn Friday, Worcester Federalist
who happenedto be in this city, remarked
TO Democrat, "Well, they are bulying a
dead dogs bones to day in Worcester
This was said Of the gallant Lincoln, who
died on the battle field. Portland .7rgus
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

"Jacob kissed Rachel, and he lifted ur
his voice and wept"- Scriptures.
If Rachel was pretty girl, and KEEP,
her face clean, we can't see that Jacol
had much to cry about.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

u And TO cap the climax of this trea
son and folly, he Polk obtained from hi.
partizans in Congress grant Of three mil
lions of dollars to be paid to these sam,
Mexican scoundrels.-[Stardard.
In his chagrir at the defeat Of his party
in Iowa, the senior of the Standard Law.
about him right and left, and as will be
seen by the above, has gone to abusing hi.
friends. As this is the first disrespecfu
word we recollect ever to have heard him
utter againnt his Mexican brethren, We
hope he will be forgiven, and not be turn.
ed out Of the wing party for one slip ofths
tongue.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

I-The Norfolk, (Va.,) papers an
nounce the death of Col. T. Newton, who
for thirty years represented that district
in Congress. e.' az f-,"' LIS %ltF7"Hss
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

.Aaecdote. Professor Risley, who is
now in Italy, says, that recently, when he
was at Venice, an American captain and
an Englishman met at dinner.
"You are an American sir?" said the
Englishman.
81 reckon l am" returned the captain.
"You have the name Of being good war
rior?''
eyes" said the Yankee, I'VE shoot pref
ty WE'LL"
"But how is it you are so anxious to
make peace with Mexico? this does not
appear much like spunk.''
''You are an Englishman?" interrogat-
ed the Yankee.
yes, replied the Englishman.
"Well," said the Yankee, 4 don't know
what our folks have offered to do with
Mexico; but stranger, III Jest tell you one
thing I'll be Id if we ever offered
to make peace with you'll
This home thrust at the Englishman set
the whole table in an uproar Of laughter.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

.Nodern Dialogue.--Applicant.-Ars
you in want Of laborer, Sit? lsr as7g
Gentleman am. ..ts.T s-..,- s,z
Applicant out Of work, sir, and
should be gladto serve you. ~ ''.'. ..' '
Gsnt.-Are you a reformed drunkardp
Applicant. = No sir, l never drank in,
my life. .@-zs 3. gs.ragf sj3ss
Cent am sorry for that; but per-
haps can do something for you yet. Were
YOU ever in the State Prison? 3ssa 9Ss
Applicant. - indignantly No sir! l.
am q poor man, sir, but, thank God, I'm
honest. .....-.... H.. s,st ,,,,-ss.
Gent.--(risipg in rage) Get out Of
my sight, you internal puppy! what do
you mean BY coming here and asking for
work? I'd have you to know lima
philan,hropist, and wont give any en- I
ployment to fellow who has never even
been in 1 watch house, or seen the inside
of a Police Court. lfyou'd only stolen
gridiron-but get along abont your BUSH,
ness = YOU amt even add rascal! srs s
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

Indian Lesson Of Wisdom.-A bird
catcher Melted a sparrow. and as he held
it the bird opened its beak and said, Pray
let me 60. What good can my imprison-
ment do? you sell me no one will Civ
you two pieces for the; but if you " i'll
promise to lei me 60, will give you three
lessons of wisdom, by which you may
make fortune both for yourself and for
the kutcha butica, (family.) There are
my lessons; never regret'what is irretrev-
ably gone; never believe that which seems
improbable; and never expose your dsap-
pointments to the world" Grateful for so
much sound advice, the bird catcher open
ed his hand, and the happy little sparrow
flew off to the spray Of neighboring tree,
where, having plumed her feathers with
an air of triumph, "Foslish man," quo.h
she, Il have pearl in my crop weighing
a tola. Hadst thou killed me, how great
would have been thy treasured Hearing
this the man broke out into lamentations
on his loss; and when his disappointment
had little vented itself, the little bird ex-
claimed, "Alas! alas! what are my lessons
worth, when at the first temptation thou
hast forgotten all? Did l not tell thee
never to regret what was irretrievably
done? And the west wind is easier to catch
than l. Did | not tell thee never to
believe what was improbable? And how
should |, whose body does not weigh half a
tola, carry pearl of double my own
weight in my crop? Did not tell thee to
conceal disappointments? And here thou
hast torn thy hair. and bawled so loud in
thine anger, that the neighbors gather
around us. Alas! alas can sad experience
only make man wise?'
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

g The Wings have gained in strength
amazingly Hawkeye.
Not an uncommon occurrence with pu-
trid carcasses, by any means.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1847-09-01

"Lo the Poor" EmigranR-This morn
ing, at 5 O'Clock, the deep toned and heart
rending cries ola young emigrant Irishman,
attracted our attention to the Levee. On
repairing to the spot FROM whence the
agonizing cries proceeded we ascertained
that the brother Of the young man, named
Michael Mccarthy, who arrived yesterday
by the ship Rockal!, from Liverpool, had
just fallen lrom3the stern oflhat vessel into
the Mississippi, and never rose again!
How strange is destiny! Mccarthy fled
from an anticipated grave in his own i'm
poverished land, on the banks of the sweet
murmuring Lee, to find it in the turbid and
far distant Mississippi Orleonian.