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Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17
To fI,e puhIic.

The undersigned has been surprised to learn from
various sources, within the last day or two, that re-
ports in general circulation that himself anC
family sick with the smallpox, Or as it is sci
entifcaHy called, varioa or varoloid.
There is no truth in the statement, and no founda
ton for it except it be the fact that case of the
smallpox varioloid exists in the neigbborhood OF
his residence. With that case, however, the under.
signed has not in immediate contact, nor does
he expect do There are doctors enough already
afoul of it, to kill or cure regiment, sick or well
and they will not be likely to solicit hSaid advice
Such is not their habit. II is better that a patient
should die than that science should be called in ques
ton. Upon this principle they practice
Had the undersigned attended upon the patient
above alluded to, there possibly might be ikeli
hood of his contracting the disease and of his COM
municating others; but such is not the case as
already said. Other physicians however, in coEside-
rable numbers hare called on the patient, among
whom may mention, Doctors Mothershead, Sanders
Parry, Nears,. Ballard, Evans, Bobbs, DUNLAP Nc
Clure, Castor, Richmond and AckIey perhaps some
others. If am likely to have become infected with
the contagon and to communicate it to others, while
not having visited the patient these gentlemen must
be quite as much SO, as presume they are not Ill
exempt from the liability of infection.
Indeed will take the liberty TO say, without design.
ing injustice towards them, that in my judgment they
have not been cautious just regard to the pub
lie health would appear to me to demand. Science
certainly cannot give Them immunity; and they are
as likely to scatter the seeds Of the pestilence with
out proper precaution, one who doesn't know beta
from broomstick.
While certain class Of persons therefore are cir
cuatng false statements for my benefit they had bet
ter be careful that their unsuitable faith in science il
a sure antidote against the poison Of smallpox a.
well asthe poisons exhibited generally, in the hops
of curing that and other diseases.
am very respectfully,
in good health and first rate spirits,
The public's obedient servant,
THOMAS M. BRICKETT,
Thomsoaian Phyacian
Indianapolis, June IA, 1S47.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

MARRIED.--ln VIncennes, the LIST inst, by the
hey J. :. Bayless, Mr.. HARVEY BRowN of this city,
to Miss MARTHA L. BONNER, of the former place.
We hope Old friend HARVEY does not intend to
" steal march on US in this way and especs lily by
"golng from home" to accomplish such a v rthy
feat. We shall "argue the question" with him, as
MidshiPman Easy would say. if he does; and thereby
hope to ''do him up 6ron0ner than Miss Martha has
done. Perhaps, old fellow, you don't know we have
the advantage of you, in tice "passing through the
mill in the last sixteen years, If not, you will
learn that you should have delayed the matter for
month or two, and not have attempted to make selec-
pioneering" and "boney moon" SYNONYMOUS We
couldn't spare our time, in such case but perhaps
II may be easier to do now, after ALL than with
dozen responsibilities crying for " bread pa
See to it,
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

On motion of J. E. Mcdonald Esq,
ReSOiuef That all democrats present from the several
counties Of this district and being delegates be admitted
to participate in the proceedings Of the convention
The Of Hon. John Petit, Col. s. c. Wilson, Col T.
F. Lucas and DR. James Stewart seveTay announced
candidates for nomination. after which the convention ad
journed till o'clock.
The convention assembled and proceeded 10 ballot for
candidate Gen. Walker and Dr. Wilson acting tellers.-
The ballots being counted, Appeared for Hon. John
Petit 5S Col s. c. Wilson To- +. F. Lucas DR..
Stewards name was Withdrawn before ballotng
The President announced the Hon. John Petit the
choice of the convention candidate for Congress for the
Slh Congressional district
On motion of J. Z. Mcdonald, Esq,
Resolved That this convention unanimously in the
nomination. and pledge ourselves TO all honorable
means to secure the election Of the nominee.
Adopted by reclamation.
On motion, committee Of three appointed to inform
Mr. p of his nomination Mr. Petit being present. address
ed the convention able and eloquent Speech aud
clUded by accepting the nomination.
On motion Of James Downing, Esq,
Resolved That the proceedings Of this convention be pub
shed in all the democratic newspapers in the Sh district
and in the Indiana State Sentinel.
The convention then adjourned.
ALBERT G. HANNA, President.
Vice Presidents, WIN. FARNswoRTH,
MARTIN VANHooK,
PETER ScHOoNovER,
STEPHEN REED,
CYRUS ID. KELLEY,
JOHN MAJORS,
~f. DAVID STIPP.
/ Geo. w. Snyder,
Wnl HuraaT, SSecretaIes.
VIM 4. Johnson,
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

No citizen of Indiana be insensble to the pros
poets before us, of ultimately seeing the benefits and
blessings resulting from the construction railroads
extended to every part of fertile and beautiful
State. The many roads now in contemplation, and
most of which viii doubtless be constructed, should
not in the least discourage persons more especially
interested in any particular work, cause such per-
sons TO look coldy upon similar enterprises conem-
plated by others. All should remember that each
connecting link adds value the chain and that the
increase of the facilities Of the people in the trans
portation of their surplus products to market, will
inspire increased energy and insure increased produc-
ion in the natural ratio The object of this brief ar
ucles not to dsparage any of the contemplated rail-
roads IN our State TO which the public eye has been
directed but to direct public attention. and especially
capitalists in the cities of Boston and New York to
work In which these cities will become interested,
additional outlet for the immense produce trade
of central Indiana. allude a railroad from Indi-
annapolis, Connecting with the St. Louis and Cincin-
natl road, and the Madison road by Fort Wayne to
Toledo, Ohio there to intersect the great northern
railroad merely name this road in this No., leav-
ing the subject of the great benefits which would be
produced by its construction, and the value of its
stocks and its claims to future numbers, should see
the project appreciated elsewhere.
A CITIZEN
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

MEssRs. CHAPMANs g. SPASN :-Gent-In conse-
quence Of remarks in late number Of the Journal as
well as the Sentinel. connecting my name with the
appointment Of Mr. Palmer canal trustee on the
part Of the State, thought il might not be improper
for me, in justice 10 Gov Whitcomb as well as to
myself, to say few words.
This appointment was rendered to me by the Coy
about fUtr weeks since, which, from consdera-
tions purely personal to myself / declined. The
Governor upon receiving my letter declining the APP
Pointment, Immediately and by return mail, again
offered me the appointment in terms so haterng to
myself that did consider at liberty TO again
decline it, even though had been disposed to have
done so. II was some few days after receiving his
second invitation before could leave home and it was
not until the day did leave. home that was aware
Of the appOinmentof so earyseday as the l2Ih inst,
By Mr. Butler to meet the resident trustees at Fort
Wayne, for the purpose Of organizing che board Gov
Whitcomb having waited uDtl the oh day after his
second request lad beeH mailed TO me, very properly,
under the urgency of the case appointed another, two
days before | arrived-h here. ~
Now one word as to- myNbeing "standng candi-
date before the Legislature for Office" The editor Of
the Journal is much wiser than Lam, IT have ever
been candidate for Office before more than one Leg
slature and think he has advantage of me IN
that respect except II may be in his being cccteds
while was defeated IT'S true the Journal may say
was a candidate that winter for than Office.
was candidate before my party for Auditor and
received, instead and against my own DESIRE the nom-
nation for Treasurer Of State. That same winter a
local interest on the canal, composed of wings and
democrats. urged me for than a week TO become
candidate for superintendent the canal aud not
until about the time Of the election coming of did
land then against my incnation) consent to have
EmY name used and proof of my indifference
with regard TO It, refer the editor of the Journal
to some of my warm personal and political friends
residing in my neighborhood then IN the Legis-
ature that did not know any was voting for
me 'uatilihey heard my name read from the tickets
after the baloting.
Very respectfully yours,
F. E. GOODSELL.
Indi IrrnoI 1917
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17
JEFrERsoNvILLE. June \. 1871.


: GehtS.:-As the death of Thos. Mccoy one of the
company under my command, when reported in your
paper may lead to the belief that others suffering
from severe Sickness and thus create much anxiety to
the friends of the soldiers who here you will
confer favor upon me by allowing me TO state
through the medium of your press that, with the
exception of few slight attacks of the chls, the
members of my company have all been in fine health
since their arrival. Mr.. Mccoy was the only one
attacked by the complaint of which he died (inlam-
nation of the bowels,) and from the first moment of
his sickness to the last, he received every attention
which care and skill could bestow upon him. He
removed TO private house and attended by
the best physicians of this place. He died this morn
ing at five o'clock, and his remains will be sent back
to his family this afternoon.
Three companies, the Marion company, the one
from Grant, and one from Lawrenceburgh, Captain
Dumont, are full and received. Three others are
here waiting to fill before they be received.
think the regiment will be full by the last of the
week. | remain yours in haste.
EDWARD LANDER.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

MEXICAN PRIvATEERs.-The capture OF the ship Car
mee by Mexican privatecr, proves that the suggestion
OF the President in his last message worthy of the
consideration of Congress He then, apprehendng the
quarter from which mischief would come, recommended
that Congress should Immediately provide by law for the
trial and punishment pirates of Spanish subjects no
escaping the vigilance of their government should be
found guilty of pryaeerng against the United States
The ship being taken into Barcelona after her capture
renders probable that Spanish subjects manned the pr-
vaeer that took her. The Spanish government of course
will not sanction the by allowing prize to be con-
demDed and sold within its jurisdiction This would bo
compromising its neutrality II will probably seize upon
both vessels and hold them until government is ap-
prsed of the fact Our blockadng squadron will prevent
the captos from taking the prize into Mexico We trust
that il any Of these fellows caught may be law
enough found TO give some of them from ward
arm.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

TRUE JUsT.-The Boston Post has the following
hard hit at those federal prints who have sought make
political capital Of the situation of Gen. Tay
lor
"The opposition wish attribute all the successes of
the Mexican campaign TO the generals and all the re-
verses TO the government The people, much and
better than party writer's and orators applaud the army
sustain the administration, and Justice TO the
Congress at the time. The people have courage,
PATIENCE PATRIOTISM and honor and look bright results
while the violent partisans who rail the have no
councillors but their fears and surrounded by
phere of envy and treason can see nothing but embar
rassment and failure They wish nothing but the sue
of party the people seek only the prosperity of the
country, and an honorable peace"
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

FUNERAL OF Hon. t. A. HowARD-On "Wednesday
last, the remains of the late distinguished and honored
citizen of our village received from Texas in the
presence of vast of people assembled upon
the OCCASION and inferred near the family mansion in the
family buryng ground The remains arriving at the
Court House, formally delivered the ct-
zens, in speech by Prof. LARRABEE, of Asbury Uni
versy, representative Of the Governor Of the State az
ter their acceptance by speech from J. A Wrg ht ESQ
an immense procession accompanied them the LIST
byterian Church, where funeral sermon was delivered
by Rev. Doctor White, Of Wabash College; when they
were soemnly conveyed TO their last resting place. The
exercises, throughout, solemn and Impressive
Rockville Hhig June 4h.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

0lrThe Gazette, in copying the following para
graph from the Indiana State Journal, with comments,
endorses the inquiry. We think it be easily
and satisfactorily answered.
''Do the people hereabouts recoect any thing Of
the speeches of Judge WICK, another Of the Polk
electors! He too, if are correctly informed,
willing to whip Mexico on contract We don't hear
of his taking it. Why don't he do itl''
The principal reason why Judge Wick has not I'M
dertaken the job Of whipping the Mexicans by con-
tract, presume is that he found there chance
whatever to get it. COL Benton offered TO undertake
Il in that way and every federalist in Congress, to-
gether with portion of the democrats, opposed the
plsh. The Judge is so modest a man, that he could
not have been prevailed on to try TO get job of the
kind after COL Benton was defeated He well knew
that though the feds hate Benton they hate HIM
Pittsburgh Post.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

GIVE invite attention to extract in another
column from the Xenia Torch Light, a Wing paper
of Ohio, with the timely and merited comments of
the able editor Of the Ohio Statesman, which will
satisfy the people which party is slandering General
Taylor. Wonder if the old cunning federal leaders
to use the Generals out Of season. Just to
carry the present elections and then throw him aside
for another Are they not well advised that he will
not be candidate!
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17
Proceedings OF the Democratic Congress
siOnaI Convention, held at Frankfort,
Citation County, Indiana, May 29th,



The delegates from the several counties Of the sh Con-
gressonal district assembled at the Court House, and organ
lied temporarily BY calling A c. Hanna, of Carroll, 10
the chair and appointing George W. Snyder OF Montgomery
county, Secretary.
On notion committee Of delegate from each county
appointed officers preside the deli5
era tons OF the convention.
D. Strip, Maj Mace J. f. Mcdonald ESQ, John Banner,
John Ritchey Mr. Ludlow and Henry Cooper we're selected
such committee, and having etIed they reported as fol-
lows:
PIesident-Col ALBERT G. HANNA, of Carroll.
Vice PresideBt>-WM. FARNswoRrH, MARTIN fANHooK,
PETER ScHooNovER, STEPHEN REED, CYRUS ID. KELLEY,
JOHN MAJORS aud DAVID STIPP.
SecreaIies-G w. Snyd VIM Hamar, w. A. Johnston;
which report concuITed in by the convention
Col Hanna made appropriate remarks on taking The
chair aud declared the convention ready for business
On motion Of Dr.. Wilson,
Resolved That committee be appointed consisting Of
from each county TO report the number OF votes each
county shall be entitled n the convention, taking the
Presidential electors in 1874 the
dad allowing vote for every hundred and in the
fraction exceeds ty then the counties so having such frac-
ton shall be entitled 10 additional vote.
The President appointed Dr. Wilson, Msj. Mace, John
Smith, James Downing, MT. Murphey, Davis Newell aud
Joel Nixon said committee, who reported as follows;
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

GEN. TAYLoR's FARM I'VE rejoice TO learn tina,
the reports of extensive injury to Gen. Taylors farm
by an overlooking of the Mississippi are not correct
The old Father Of Rivers just looked over the en-.
bankment, and finding himself near the possessions
OF absent hero, scattered some refreshing drops
upon the parched soil, and them gracefully recedine
departed on bis majestic journey TO the sea
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

The bold prediction Of Gen. Green, when prison
er IN the castle of Perote has been snguary verified
While he and his brethren arms were prisoners in
that dreary fortress, new flag staff was raised The
General told the commandant of the castle that he
was glad to see it firm and lofty for it would bear the
more bravely the stars and stripes which before five
years would wave from it in undisputed sovereignty
In three months this bold promise TO the Mexican
Governor has actually been realized
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

VoLUNrEEKs.-The following suggestion may be a
god one TO secure the re-enlisment of volunteers:
awe notice that the volunteers refuse to reserve
and are leaving in great numbers Now, if the gov
paid the second year of service better than
the first. and the third better than the second and al
lowed for any act of daring vaIor sabre of honor
be given, we have doubt but that the service would
be popular. Man loves to have some testimonial
the brave and modest do not like to speak of them
selves, let their country speak for them.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

A GooD ONE.-When the brave and gallant Capt.
Walker, who has so distinguished himself in the
Mexican battles, was a visit to Washington city,
several months ago, Daniel Webster asked him
swell, Captain, when do you think we shall have
peace!" To which the heroic Walker replied
"Just ,chen you Chigs learn to act like and sup
port your country" That was a scorchcr
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

FIREs--Withn the last four months 129 factories
and mills of various kinds have been DESTROYED by fire
in the United States. This is more than one a day
During the same period, only 10 factories and mills
have been burned down in Great Britain though they
are much more numerous than in this country. The
disparity IN incendiarism careessness must be very
great to account for such difference
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17
CLUBBINGt -
STATE SENTINEL FOR. 81,

Just as our paper goes TO press, we have
determined to revive the proposition to re-
ceive subscribers, in clubs of twenty and
upwards, at one dollar each per year. We
have not time now to give the reasons for
this determination, but will do so in our next
paper.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

TRUE.-The editor of the Signal of Liberty uses
the following language in relation to the wing party
"The wings, as party, we have sometimes thought
were more jOOishy inconsistent than their opponents
for having no paramount principle but availability,
they turn in a moment the most surprising somer-
sets, without hurting their conscience principles an
atom"
What the wings principally care for is the sim
eWs."
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

GIVE acknowledge the receipt of sundry cer-
municntions on general subjects Our friends must
have patience with US, for politics and news must
have preference; but shall avail ourselves Of
their favors soon as possible.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17
To CORRESPONDENTS.

s. East Germantown. No pains spared by
the difficulties you complain Of time to-wTe
length will give due and hereafter the matter.
Much obliged for your offer.
J. NJ T., Washington City. You should have
the length Of time you wish your advertisement be inserted
that might know what about Also, something about
he gaiaDy
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17


DEMOCRATIC TRIUMPH.-The elections in The State
of New York. under the new Constitution for Judges
of the Courts, S1rrogaes and District Attorneys took
place on the 18th inst. In New York and BROOKLYN
Cities the democratic candidates were all electedin
New York by 5000 majority. The ~ Y. Globe
says
This only demonstrates what we have sought strong
y to impress upon friends from time to time that
with fair candidates, and with united exertons the
democracy always carry and hold the Empire City
By large majority. We trust these two simple
things will not be forgotten Had the democra-
cy gone unitedy to wo-k at April city election in
bringing out and supporting their best candidates. we
should have had control of the city government in
stead of being mortified with the reflection that we
must, for year to come. submit to the msrule and
the intolerant prescription of WING dynasty which
represents but minority of our people. 80 ss
The democracy of the Empire City have set a elo-
rlous example TO their brethren throughout the State
and Union, of what may be done by harmony of SEN
tIment and united action-hey have shown that when
the safety of their party aud sihe homer and welfare
of their country in peril, they forget all minor
difficulties, all personal grievances and 90 for the
great good of the whole. Whatever may be the
result throughout the State (and we augur from the
complexion of things far that it must be favorable
to the democratic party) the democracy of the city
of New York have retrieved themselves from their
late disgrace, and covered themselves with honor
Long may they continue in this bright and glorious
path
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

II is generally understood that Boston has at length
come to the aid OF New York, and engages to com
piee the cargo of the Macedonian. 1t is stated that
the promise made by Captain Forbes at Cork, that the
Macedonian would soon follow the jamestown. is
considered binding on Boston, and that the Relief
Committee there having $4,000 (probably s5.GOO)
yet In hand, will lay it in breadstufs &C. Off
GERS will also be sent on TO fill vacancies. This is
credlabIe to Boson-discredItabe 10 New York.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17
To the Democracy of Boone County.

FELLOW DEmccRArs:-T time for holding our
county convention is
Saturday, The 18th dayof June.
Then let US be up and doing. Let ns 60 to work
in earnest. There is no time to be lost Let each
township organize Immediately, and send up full
delegation. Every blow to be struck must be made
to tell: If the Democrats will but do their duty,
Mexican Whiggery will be obsolete as toryisn
became after the Revolution, as old federalism became
after the war of 1879. Then be not idle. Attend
your convention, aid in selecting your candidates,
and then elect them. Our cause is all.
LEBANON. - NJ
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

That PAss.-The Journal admits that the pretended
pass, said by the wings o.have been furnished to
Santa Anna by the President, forgery; but just-
fes itself the plea that .-the end justifes the
MEANS"
The Columbus Gazette rs puzzled to guess how we
knew the g pass was forgery. We knew it by our
larnin! If he had known any thing about the man.
ner of conveying official communications, he would
not have been 50 much puzzled as he is.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

6rThe remainder Of the proceedings # the State
Education Convention unavoidably crowded out Of
Ills No. but will appear in next
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1847-06-17

The Mobile city authorities have granted to the
Odd Fellows, the Masonic Fraternity, the Fire De-
partment, and the Volunteer Regiment, each lot 80
feet square.