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Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
The Post Office Laws.

The Pos; Office Laws are completely rcmodeed by
tie changes made to the new bills
The fankng privilege is restored as before The last
law went into operation, and Congress approprates
two hundred thousand dollars TO pay the postage OF
tie two Houses of Congress. The franking extends
to the recess as well as to the terms OF Congress
Besides the pro, isions made in the bill authorizing
the establishment of sixteen war sieanierS-tweivc
for mail ,ervice-onc of the sections Of this bill
thorizes contract to be made for conveying the mail
in steam vessels directly to Astoria, San Francisco
and Monterey, OH the Pacific, starting rom Charles
tor, New Orleans, Havana and Chagres.
The same act makes it an offence to send two let
tiers under envelope, and newspapers are to be
charged three cents postage, except Wien sent from
the office Of publication. Mail carriers and contract
ors arc however, authorized TO carry newspapers cut
of the mail for circulation for sale.
The Postmaster is authorized to establish branch
Post Offices in any city where tie convenience OF the
inhabitants may make it desirable, and that without
any increase of the present rates OF postage. lie IS
also authorized 10 sell stamps to the deputy foslnas-
,ers and which are by them to be furnished to those
wishing to purchase.
The commissions aud compensation OF PostInas'ers
are altered as follows
Those receiving 5000, and under. are allowed the
benefit of the franking privilege: The following are
the rates of commission allowed
On any sum over two thousand four hundred dol
lars twelve and half per cent (present rate, eight
per cent?
On all arising from the postage on newspapers,
magazines and pamphlets, fifty per cent, (present
rate, fifty per cent?
On the amount Of hostages on letters or packets
received for distribution, per cent, (Present
rate, FIVE per cent?
On a sum not exceeding one hundred dollars, forty
per cent, (present rate, thirty per cent?
On sum over the first hundred and not exceeding
four hundred dollars thirty three and one-hrd per
cent, (prescnt rate, twenty five per cent?
On sum over and above the first four hundred and
not exceeding two thousand four hundred dollars,
thirty per cent.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

Cs.5-By the politcness of Adj. Gen. Reynolds, we
are permitted to make the following interesting ex
tracts from private letter recently received by him,
dated Matamoras, Feb II, lol7.
"D.or Gen9.-If Tie papers have forwarded the
Sentinel have gone safely, you acquainted already
with the general news IN city. On Yesterday We
performed the mournful duty of burying tie remains
of Captain J. H. ROBERTS. of Putnam county. He
died the night of the 10Th, and buried with
the honors of
Gen. Lane Is yet at Satillo with his two reg msns,
whose drill is very fayorably spoken Of
There is "A cases Of small pox in town four only
in the regiments but fear for situation we
eau get 10 good vaccine matter There has been az
yet but DEATH but in all probability there VIII be
four more in less than day.
As yet have Chaplain. 1t IS a burning
shane and it makes believe that protestant MN
listers care but little for their countrymen. 1t IS case
and money they want, and fear 1t cannot be had ii
us on this frontier.
It. Farley has been very low. but is mending slow
", and think will recover. Washington Hawkins
of Bird Haw kIns was buried Yesterday. He was
from Montgomery county, aud formerly kept tavern
III Putnanyllle.
think Gen. Butler is opposed to the policy oil
SCOTS campaign 10 Vera Cruz. He thinks it prob
bic that he will have fight there, but much disease
Yours, In la ste
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
At Indianapolis.
On Saturday, the Ijth day Of Ma

OH SuI u1D, tV6 I'JIN udJ " -TVy.
What says the Volunteer and the Examiner 1t is
time to be up and doing. Let Us 90 to work in
earnest. Let the Democracy Immediately take the
measure in hand let be harmonious; and in
spirit of concession and liberality choose our man.
and elect him. There need be no difficulty appre-
hended, II we are true to our principles. But we
must not be idle. Every blow struck must tell.
Then up and on. Every county attend at and
act. Send your proceedings to the newspapers. and
have them published. Now is the time to begin !;
and when warm weather comes, we will first vote
and then crow! Old Marion pledges herself to do
as well, if not better, for the nominee than any
other county in the district Which county accepts
the challenge!
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
At indianapolis,
On Saturdau. the IOth dan of Apri

y" saturday, me l0th day o. Apu,
where 1t is hoped each township will be fully repre-
scented.
Brethren! important matters Will be before you TO
be acted on Your delegates TO district convention
are to be selected. Your candidates for the Leglsla-
ure, and the most important county offices, TO be
nominated See that each township is fully and fairly
represented. Let US oil meet with determination TO
be governed by prlncple-to act for ourselves, sun
brbed by influence, and unbought by gain" Then
with union and harmony, if to ourselves,
we shall be eminently successful. Up then, Men /.
loave not for others TO do that which you do for
Yourselves
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
"Another sun illumes the moIn,-
Another star the night"

The bill for the admission Of Wisconsin into The
Union finally passed by Congress- and has be-
come law This makes the number of States thr
ty,-a matter to be borne in mind in firing salutes
and arranging the Virgins with flags IN Fourth of Ju-
ly professions. We are a strange peOple-always
talking about dissolution of the Union and decline
ct national greatness whereas the Union is growing
firmer and the nation extending and Increasing every
day. The Congress which has Just closed, has added
three nes. Statcs-rcxas, Iowa and Wisconsin, and
one icrritory-DIne,oia. 1t is gratifying especially
that, concurrentiy with this extension Of political
power, IS tie spread of true principles in republican,
isin. Iowa and Wisconsin have each model Consi-
tuiions-the last best,-gving the highest possible
scope TO individual liberty, and the least play to self
ish monopoly .-Cincinnati Enquirer.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

FEMALE Institute CEAWFoRDsYILLE.-W c
would call attention TO the advertisement Of the Fe-
male Institute at Charlottesville. From what we
have learned of those connected with the above csab
lismen we believe 1t to be of the very hest in the
western country and fully capable of mpartIug all In
s;ruction it processes. We wish that such Institutes
frequent, albeit Indiana s not behind any
Of her sisters in this respect. That all such
CALL ishments may meet with the encouragement
they deserve, is our earnest desire.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

CENTRE TowNsnIr-1o the Raay, Boys =
meeting of the Democrats of Centre Township will
be holden at the Court House on Monday afternoon,
April 9Th at 3 o'clock 7. NJ, choose delegates to
county convention, and TO transact such other bu>
ness may properly come before them
By request Of I0SCasiip Committee. tao
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

The new Treasury notes converted into stock, are
selling In New York at two per cent. premium.
These notes, dated 18th February, made payable
two years after date to assignee, and the assignee
endorses them to bearer aud then they pass from hand
10 hand like bank note by delivery.
On the face of the note stamped these words :
Principal undable at the option Of the holder in Z
s. q per cent stock with semi-annual interest. re-
deemabe after ls67.''
On the back of the $1,000 note, is an interest table
ready computed, az follows:
$50 per annum,
. per month.
81 for 10 days.
j; for 10 days,
sSA cents for days,
l6s cents for day.
This renders the computation when either paid
IN Tor duties, or as now is doing rapidly paid in for
cont ersion.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
MAHOGANY SAW MILL.


East Front street, befHeen Lud0u and Laurence,
South ssde, Cincinnati
other and otherwise enlarged business are now pre-
pared furnish their customers It'll every
sre Among stock
Mahogany and Black Walnut Venes qIaes
and Black Walnut and Poplar Char Tops
Stair Bsnnlse Mahogany Boards and Plank, Spanish
Racks;
different qualities; Tool Handles Gun Blind
Dealers and Manufacturers respectfully
ours
JWe are now receiving large lot Of ualeag cro'ehs and
logs A. AI.BRO 60.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

APPOINTMENTS OF DELEGATEs.-It has been sug-
gested that 1t would probably be satisfactory to
all concerned if the people would appoint their dele
gates the district convention their tolcnShip
meetings of the several counties, instead Of III their
county conventions. This, where such meetings are
held. would bring those appointments nearer TO tie
people, and lead to u general, well n more
satisfactory representation. Let the people reflect on
this subject.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
Congressional Convention.

What say the Democrats Of the Fifth Congressional
District Shall we have a District Convention We
suggest that each county composing the District
at once take measures 10 appoint delegates to
attend such convention, TO nominate candidate for
Congress To- be elected by the stern democracy of the
district. We have no choice To place time, SO
far as we are personally concerned. But near as
learn, majority are in favor of holding such
ron
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

SEVERE BiTE.-A huckser in Cincinnati, the
other day. left his wagon IN charge of watch dog,
chained inside. A negro went up TO the wagon for
purpose other, when, quick as thought the
dog sprung at the man. and seized hlm by the mouth
and nose and despite every effort of his get the
dog loose the animal chung on and gnawed until he
had taken part of the mans nose and all the upper
lip entirely off. The tainted and fell down upon
the pavement his face and breast covered with blood
He was taken home by some of the bystanders, and
properly attended to.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
NOE'lG,I.

MIL the 18th Of April sealed proposals w We received AZ
- The office Secretary the State indisna,
distributing Judicial Circuit the aud Journals, II the
General Assembly and approved security VIII bo
of D~asbn,
ID Judicial Circuit and the county
DECATUR Judicial Circuit, now ioim the lh Judi
oal Circuit.
Witness our hands this 18Th day Of March, A. d., 1871.
HANNA, Treasurer Of State.
DOUGLAS MAGUiRE, Auditor o state
"a S~cnt Of
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

Rev Mr.. GILLETr will deliver The 9th lecture before the
Lyceum at Roberts Chapel, Monday The 22d INST
SubJec-Egypt Those who listened 10 MI ca graphic de-
sCrpiiOns OF Naples and Nesuvus viii fail 10 be present
Mr. G. travelled through Egypt with Mr. Giiddon the AmeI
lean Consul whose lectures Egypt SO ayoTaby known
to the American public.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

TOWNSHIP MEETINGs.-We would suggest the pro-
prety of the democrats Of the several townships IN
this county, holding their township meetings on the
election day in April. Several, understand have
chosen that day. and we hope all will bear it III mind
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

NEW YORK EXPORTS AND IMPoRTs-The commerce
OF New York, for the week ending Friday last nclu-
ded 80 arrivals, with 1901 passengers, and - clear
aDces-ll,3l2 tons. The exports amounted to S7I9-
600, aud included ID hhds and IL, S39 bbs Indian
meal. 2Oo439 bushels corn, Is l67 bbs -four Ia $50
bushels wheat, 992 bales cotton 3SS tierces and r.
no lbs rice. All ibis beef and pork, and 427I3 lbs
cheese.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

FAMINE IN THE SANDWICH IsLANDs.-Informatio
has been received from the Sandwich Islands that the
inhabitants of some districts suffering the severi-
~ OF famine. Tie sole dependence of many Of tie
natives was upon roots, and much sickness ond some
deaths had been TIC consequence.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

DR. H. r p hxns'' have ready these
Pray tell low forward them @ill you
send Pile ohiy se.cc
J. Aarous Pa VIII write IL length the
necessary inquiries lie eprolhhy Ia two three
days think well OF tie project begun rel, and with
desire succeed Wle started with Mi desPerano for
motto. Ultimate success We believe certain
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

HoRRID.-A servant girl in the family of Gen H.
B. Duryea, Of Brooklyn. n. Y, last week sent all her
earnings, $50 to her friends Ireland and on Mon
day received information that her father mother.
brothers and sisters, eight in NUMBER had died of
starvation. The poor girl, as may be expected is
frantic. Another girl IN the family of n B. Morse.
received information that of her sisters had died
of starvation.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

CtTMaior Morrison perceive regularly forwa rdS
his farors from Mexico 10 the State Journal. This
because, perhaps, the Journal efficient support
If the by which the Major is handsomely
proftng, and is so frie7,dy to the Administration
which bestowed upon the Major his valuable appoint
ment
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

OeTThe Regents Of the Smithsonian Institute a
Washington propose that the old City Hall, which
would cost to finish about $500 00O near the heart Of
the city, and upon lot of six of ground, be
purchased for $50 O00 and build thereon the proposed
Smithsonian Institution
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
C.g1. AND SETTLE.

vUyE SUBSCRIBER IN OF fnnt lakes tbs method OF
aud whoever they
or wherever they may who themselves Indebted ehe
account TO call and settle Having begun busi
,ess anew tic closed IL hoped the
W sufhc lent q 10 w - lAbbOl
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

LIBERAL DoNATIoN.-A gentleman Of Massachu-
sets has given ten thousand dollars to the New State
School Of Reform. House of Refuge, about to be
erected in that State, and offers TO give fire or ten
thousand dollars more, condition that the State will
subscribe like sum. This generous man wishes
that his name should not be made known
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

The several townships earnestly requested to
hold meetings at the earliest possible day, (say April
election day. and appoint delegates TO county con-
venion. The county committee recommend a county
convention 10 be held
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

0-The British royal mail steamer Tweed was lost
on the 18th Of February. the northeast cid Of the
Alacranes. and sAty persons we're drowned The
Tweed left Havana on the OH uli for Vera Cruz and
Tamp:co.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

EFFECTS OF CHARCOAL q As.-On Thursday evening,
AT marriage ceremony which was performed In Grace
church, New York. the spectators had assembled III
considerable numbers some time before the wedding
party made their appearance. Several Of them began
be affected with disagrecable sensations faintness
palpitalion of the heart, and Of pressure In
the forehead Two three ladies tainted, four had
to be carried out Of the church, and several persons
found themselves obliged to withdraw Others who
remained until the ceremony had been performed,
found themselves much ndlsposed during the evening.
and quite we'll for day or two after wards, and
one lady swooned as soon as she reached home. On
inquiry being made into the cause, 1t found that
the stoves in the church had been heated for the eve
ming with charcoal, and that this of ncipi
cnt su!f,caton from the fumes ero.yed-N. Yofk
Paper.
We very particularly commend The above insiruc-
tive paragraph to the atteriion of all persons who
have charge of the heating of the churches of this
city There are Few subjects connected with the pub
lie health o. more importance, and none with regard
TO whch more ignorance negl gence are manifested
nan this business of warming and ventating oul
public buildings. Many-many come away from
church with sick headache pal ptaton of the heart
rush of blood to the head and other alarming and
pleasant symptoms, without dreaming that al
their distress has arisen from the abomnabe way IL
which the place has been over-heated and filed with
nox lous gasses. 8 Reform it altogether
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

THE MISSING SrARs-Lieut. Maury, superintendent
of the National Observatory, has made another report
concerning the missing star Of Lalande in which he
states that after observations he has
tanned that two stars mentioned IN the catalogue are
10 be seen, and that star not previously
mentioned, is shining their pace,-the whole
three being within The radius of less than quarter
of degree.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

PAREDEs SAID BE At PARIs.-A letter from 4
highly intelligent and well informed gentleman at
Paris, dated January 30h published in the Providence
Journal, says that the writer informed few days
since, very high authority, that Paroles is IN
Paris, endcavOrng but without success, 10 en'ange
this (the Frenci) COVE the affairs of Next
Co; that Paroles gives it his opinion that the Mex
ican war will be a hDg one.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

0.TThe city Of Bremen has subscribed 100000;
the government of Prussia Sl00 900; the free city of
Frankfort $50 GOO, and other cities. according
to their Abilities towards tie establishment of the
steamship line between New York and Bremen.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

The Legislature Of Wisconsin have ordered 300
copies Of HE Governors message 10 be printed In the
Norwegian language. There thousands Of
natives Of Norway in that State, and excellent citi-
zens they are.-Tri6une.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
Uuiou Literary Soescsy

TREASURY Notes.-The amount of Treasury notes
in circulation the lst inst, 81, 733, $50 81
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

05-Judge Wick has got home, and looks as though
he felt very comfortable.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

MEssRs. CHAPMASs sPANN PLEASE announce sAmrr,
oblge MANY VOTERS
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

ANOTHER FIscALITy.-The bill to repeal the char.
of the Patterson Mechanics Bank has passed both
houses Of the New Jersey Legislature.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

COMMANDER BUCHANAN.-This gallant officer who
has been long in charge of the Naval School at
Annapolis has received orders from the Secretary of
the Navy to take command of the soop-ofwa james
town, ready for at Norfolk and destined for
the Gulf Of Mexico.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

0~3-The Peunsy lvana Legislature has appropriated
$1,000 for the distressed families of their volunteers
in Mexico.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

TIPPEcAvoE JoURNAL.--Wc are told that this paper
week or two ago, contains article in relation to
the State Sentinel. II so, Tie number did not come TO
our hands.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

SUICIDE CAUSED BY A VALENTINE-The Coroner
called to hold inquest at the house OF J. Ches-
ternan, TO- Broadway, New York, on the body of a
young girl, named Margaret Cray, servant in his
family, who to her death by taking laudanurn.
companion, with whom she slept, testified that when
She went to bed, she left Margaret standing before
the looking glass, decking her hair if for party,
having previously performed her additions, and ar
raycd herself in her best gown. She also testified
that the deceased spoke to her about taking med
cine, and playfuly asked her if she would not like
little. When She fell asleep, the deceased upon
her knees at prayer Perfect silence then rested upon
the household, and in the morning Margaret Cray
dead, and empty vial u stand beside
her bed.
She beautiful girl, but on the day before her
death, she had received cruel Valentine, from
whom she had looked upon lover which crcum-
stance probably the cause of her deaih.-N Y.
ErpreSS.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

TIE ARMY NEws-We had the pleasure of half
hours conversation, last evening, with Captain j.
Russell Butler Aid to Maj. Gen. Butler, who arrived
yesterday on board the Alex. Scott.
Gen Butler and staff discredit altogether the news
given by the Deltas correspondent 'Chappara (whose
letters appear in columns to-day from the fact,
that OH the 18th of February Gen. Butler received
letter from Gen. Taylor dated the llth, and that
letter did not hold out the slightest idea of his being
assaed by the forces under Santa Anna
Gen Taylor occupied very strong position 20 miles
in advance of Salo, on the only road over which
tery pass In this position, General Taylor felt
himself to be perfectly secure. And from which he
would retreat if assailed by all the force SAINT
Anna could bring against him. SO thinks Gen. Blu
Ter.
Again had a battle been fought. which is shown to
he highly improbable, the news would have reached
the Brazos TO eight days sooner than by way OF
Tampco Let the dates be compared and computed,
and the fact will appear, that engagement sta
ted could have taken place, between the forces ofGen
Taylor and Santa Anna
Capt Butler gives US the pleasing intelligence that
the Legion is in fine health and high spirits. They
re doing garrison duty at the Black Fort (or cade)
Monterey. Louisville Dem, March 10.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

!. Appaachicoas, 80. Mu~cosees,
=. Bean>eeteas, 33 OgallalaS,
3. Caddots 81 Onahas
4. Cab kas, 80. Oncdias
o. Chayennes So. Ossses, Great and Little,
o CheIokees, 81. Otowas,
2. Chicka<aws, 81. Ottoes,
3. Chippewas, 80. PaDnees,
8. ChcclawS, 40 PeOIas,
10. Comanchcs, Al. Panke shaws,
II. Creeks, ~. Poncarars,
IL. Crows, 43 Poncars,
10. Dclawares, Al PotawatOmes,
IA. Eel Rivers, ~. Quapaws,
ID. Foridas, 46 Ricaias
l6. Foxes ~. Sacs
II. Huakpapas, az Seminoles,
Is Illinois, 49, Senek's,
10. IowayS, 80. Seven Nations Of Canada,
20. Ksnzls, 81. Shawnees,
81. Kaska>kas, % Siouncs,
%. Kickapoos, So Sioux,
%. Mahas, 5i Six Nations Of New York,
"a. Mandans, Co. Stockbridges,
% Menomonees, or 56. Tamsrois
hlenomines, 81. Teetons,
26. Miamis. 5S. Tuscsroras,
81. Msnnetarees, or Be- %. Weas,
latsise-Eteas, 60. Winnebagoes,
%. Mihcouris 81. WIchetaws,
%. Minnigamias, 60. Wyandots,
80. Mohawks %. Yanctons,
81. Mustces, 81. Yanciones,
The United States have formed treaties with all the pre-
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17

DUTIES New YoRK-The business Of the New
York custom house during the week ending Friday
evening" included $40, 354 of cash received 81 1856
goo of duiable goods, S5l4 447 specie, and 500 100
of free goods.
o. Many people drop tears at the sight of distress,
who would do better drop sixpcnce.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1845-1851, 1847-03-17
Relief Of Ireland and Scotia nd.

The following amounts have been received from sevsal
ubso bers for the relief Of Ireland and Scotland since the