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A WHITE HANDKERCHIEF.
The virtue Of a shake from 1t.

hG tITtuC VI u oudAC INOuh Ats
A party from one Of the volunteer regi-
ments, shortly after the landing of the army
at Vera Cruz, was sent out in search OF cattle,
but instead of finding the object of their pur-
suit, they came across body of the enemy
much superior in numbers to their own. For
some time they debated whether they had
better retreat into camp and report their dis,
covery, or give them the best fight they could.
The party was about equally divided as to the
best course to pursue. Some were for fight
as long as they could--while others contend
ed that it was not bravery to unnecessarily
attack superior force. At length one OF
them, who had not said any thing previously,
but had been busy examining his gun and
ammunition, to see if they were all right, step
ped up and said--'Boys don't you recollect,
as we were coming away from home them'ere
ladies' what were shaking their white hand
kerchefs at us, and said they hoped we'd
neverEurn our backs to the enemy and we
all said we'd die first? Well, it's my opinion
Tn not goin' to show the white feather af-
ter that. didn't come from running stock,
except after the enemy-not before hm-and
dads not goin' to see my name in the news
papers for takn' the back track. | come all
the way out here to fght-this Is the first
show I've had, and Pm goin' to take one
chance, certain. Here goes for victory and
/ kaac hoots oc c
possible So saying he started of in the
direction the Mexicans were first seen. His
remarks operated like an electric shock on
his comrades, and they all followed They
had not proceeded far before they found their
foes: short skirmish ensued-the balls flew
by them whizzing, as they passed through the
air-the little party, except one, who never
stopped running until he got into camp, fought
palantly and drove off the Mexicans. After
a short continuation of their search, they
found CATTLE killed them, and brought wha
beef they could carry into camp. AS soon a!
thew had laid down their loads, search wa
made for the fellow who had left his associ
ates in the fight, and retreated into camp
He was found in his tent, bro't out sbefor
company, called "a coward, "a runaway etc
ETC.. and by the company 'unft for bee
, hunt
The poor fellow hung his head, seere
much mortified, and for some time very qul
etly listened to their denunclations; but
length, slowly raising his head, and with dit
fculty of utterance, said-well now, fellows
did ever set myself up as fghtin' mani
Did I ever say was brave man! and eve
see them ere gals in town shake their white
handkerchiefs!'
Inquiry was made among the whole OF the
company, but no one could be found who eve
heard the retreating hero say that he was
brave man, or that he had seen the ladies
shake their white handkerchiefs. So it was
generally agreed, that as he had laid nc
claims to any of these merits he had righ
to runaway and no one had right to say
any thing about 1t. Accordingly he was le
off, much to his satisfactorily o, Della.
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1847-06-18
.MLSCELZ.ANY.
Family Pictures.

Tn consequence of cordial invitation
from my Cousin Elizabeth, of fPendlerock
Hall, in Craven, arrived at this place to
make her visit; her brother, my cousin
John, together with his wife, were ex-
pected at the same time, and they had
reached Pendlerock Hall few hours be
fore had.
NY cousin Elizabeth is not handsome;
of heart, her excellent understanding and
pleasing manner, had given her many
claims 10 the esteem and affection of her
husband; and her large fortune, which had
been found useful in clearing his estate,
had given her some claim upon his graft
tude. Mr.. and Mrs. Morland had been
three years married, and every body said
they were an uncommonly happy couple.
To be settled down to happiness, after
three years. experience ofthe happy state,
was delightful Circumstance; and though
had not seen Mr.. Morland, ! was quite
sure that should esteem and love him. i
found him fine, tall, well-looking man,
and decided, in a moment, that he was
all had anticipated, all could wish.
My cousin John had always been clever,
lively, spirited, and little dashing.
thought now that he seemed rather grave;
but be was now married man, and more
serious look was natural. and even becom
ing. His wife was beautiful, smiling, aud
finely dressed; yet, though | am great
admirer of beauty and smiles, and not
small one of elegant female attire, de
cided, In moment, that could not like
her. Her beauty was real, her smiles
were affect ed, aud her dress was too hne
Mrs. Fielding was the daughter of haber-
dasher in Cheapside. Ny cousin John
saw her, admired her, bought dozen
pairs Of gloves at her fathers shop. aud,
soon after, married her. He was rich and
independe and had a right 10 please
hlnself John had not been married
year; yet il had been whispered by avery
knowing lady, in his neighborhsod, who
had several daughters, that she W as afraid
Mr.. Fielding was not quite 90 happy a.
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Col. Yell.

The Arkansas regiment of Cavalry had
reached camp and had their fres lighted.
Some Of us gathered round the tent Of the
Field officers, to dry our clothes, and tell
over the troubles Of the days march,
Having talked off some of the i'll humor
gathered on the road, one of the Infantry
officers turned to Col. Yell, and address,
ed him:
Welt, Colonel, that's good story they
told on one of your men attne Presidio.'
'What is that!' inquired the Colonel.
One of your Arkansas boys was staud-
ing guard just after dark, when the officer
of the day came around. who comes
there?' hailed the sentinel. The officer
of the day was the reply, well, said the
sentry, you had better be getting to your
tent. for the officer efMe night will be
around here presently, and he'll give you
jesse
They tell heap Histories on my men
that are not true, said the Colonel, after
hearty camp laugh had subsided, 'ahd
that is one of them. But ] will tell you
one that actually did happen to me when
was officer of the day.
Il was going the rounds after midnight,
and came to one of my men who had news
er been on guard before. He hailed,
Who comes there?' in a laundering voice.
I answered, The officer of the day. Il
don't know any such man. said the senti.
mel, bringing his gun down to a ready
Stand back he shouted. 'Well, but,
said /, you know me, and am the officer
of The day.
i don't know any body in the night
said he.
But have the countersign, and am
going the rounds.'
Il don't know any thing about the
rounds said the sentinel getting mad, /,
thinking | was tampering with him. My
orders were to let nobody pass, sign or
eouniersign, and I'll tell you what is, Mr.,
OMcer you'd better be off, for seh's cock.
ed''
well, what did you do, Gallo onel!' asked
a dozen at time.
why, what could I do! heard the
E tick as he brought the gun to his face, and
saw the fellow would shoot, so Isloped!-
, 1t won't 90 to fool with Raokensacker.
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Emigration for oregon.

A letter from ST. Louis, No., ssys:-
The tow is crowded with emigrsnts for
Oregon. now crossing the the Missouri
river. Upwards of three hundred wagons
have crossed at this place. and more are
crossing daily A company of 100 wagons
from Illinois will be here TO morrow
From present appearances, shonld not
be surprised il five hundred wagons cross
ed the Missouri at ST. Joseph. A large
number are also crossing at Iowa Point
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Ben. JOnsOn.

A Winter, to whom he was in debt; in<
yited him to dine with him, and told him
ifLe would give an immediate answer to
the following questions he would forgive
him his debt. The Winter aske ed him what
God was best pleased with; what the devil
was best pleased with. Ben. without the
lest hesitation, gave the following replys
which, as an impromptu, deserves no small
share of prais.
God is best pleased, when men forsak6
sins;
The Devils pleas'd when they presist
therein,
The worlds best peasd when thou dost
sell good wine;
And you are best pleasd when do pay
for mine
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1847-06-18
Lawyers.

II is singular nfatua.ion, while there
are so many fields to cultivate, SO much
land TO be cleared up, and SO great de-
mand for honest, Industrious labor all
over the country, that thousands and tens
OF thousands of young men fnsh blind
folded into the profession of law. Scores
who have been brought up by farmers aud
mechanics, who might make a good living
and exert happy influence, forsake the
plough and plane, the shovel and the stick.
and half starve themselves to death in
lawyers Office. Is it not strange! Is the
more honorable than trade! Who thinks
sol Surely not men Of the best sense and
Judgement. Lawyers the most disting
uished, advise the young asprants to stick
to their anvils, their hods and { ypes. They
know that unless a man has peculiar tall
ent, skill, and we add, brass, he can never
rise higher than a miserable petifogger.
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HUMOROUS WAR SONG.

When Santa Anna, t'other day,
AT Sierra Gorda run away
From SCOTS advancing troop
He left his dinner on the ground,
And could not take, as it was found,
"A hasty pt'iie of soup'
But his bad luck, prov'd good pot-luck
To many lads of old Kentnck,
Who chanc'd that way to be;
Poor Santa Anna, in stew,
Was riding off, while they turn'd to,
And eat his aoup, Scott Free
Now, soon as Santa Anna got
Quite safe from out the reach Of Scott,
And could not well be seen
He paus'd awile his foe to see
He wondered who his foe could be,
.The Marshal Of Tureene' Tureen.l
He soon espled CALLING sight
His gallant foeman's appetite
He turned again to fiee,-
He said with spirit crush'd and sore
q wish I'd left behind no more
Than that poor leg, see' (legacy.)
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7lpnetrp.
ssThe Girl 1 Left Behind Me-,

1t is well known that the air of this popular
song is played by the drums and flies during
the embarkation of the English or American
army about to open foreign campaign. The
Mexicans, doubtless thinking that there is
some virtue in it, have since the battle o.
Cerro Gordo, adopted it in their own army
but in compliment to Santa Anna they call il
ssThe Leg left behind Me-.
I'm stumplees quite, since from the shot
Of Cerro oprdo peggin',
left behind to pay the Scott
My grub, and gave my leg in.
/ dare not turn to view the place,
Les} Yankees, foes should find me;
And, mocking, shake before my face
The leg left behind me.
At Buena Vista was sure
That Yankee must surrender;
And bade my men Hurrah! for you're
All going on a BENDER
That all my hopes and plans were das he'd,
My scattered troops remind me;
But though there got soundly thrashed,
left no leg behind me.
Should Taylor of my track get sent,
Or Scott beat up my quarters,~
may as well just be content
To go across the waters.
But cen should that my fortune be,
Fate has not quite resigned me;
For in the Museum I'll see
The leg left behind me.
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NJ The London papers notice the
death of the grand daughter OF WIN Penn,
founder of Pennsylvania. This venera
BILE lady was the widow of Hon. w. Stuart.
late Lord Primate of Ireland. She was
SO years old.
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CasuaHs.-Gen Gushing, broke his leg
the other day at Matamoras. BY stepping
on a loose brick. while walking 10 th.
streets With LADY.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1847-01-10
TWENTY-NINTH CONGRESS-.
SECOND SESSION
House of Representative.
WA,HiNoror, January 8, ls$7.

WAsHiNGror, January s, ls%7
yRoPosALs ron rRINrIHa-oPeSiNe THE BIDS.
The SpEAKgS laid before the House communication
from tho Clerk stating that, by law of Congress, the
tomorrow in tho presence OF the presiding ofcer OF
the two branches OF Congress and their respective
clerks and suggesting that the House ADJOURN over to
give them opportunity to perform tho duties imposed
them.
Mr. RArHsuS moved that the House, tomorrow, I'D.
journ at two O'Clock.
The spn.xrn remarked that the opening OF the bids
would consume the whole day
MIR. McCLrRSAND moved that the resolution TO termi.
nate the debate o-morrow, be re-considsred that he
might suggest at two o'clock to day.
Mr.. Thompson, of Mississippi, wanted TO know whe.
,her the officers Of the two not meet at ten
o'clock and adjourn from time 10 time, and whethe the
bids should all be opened at one session
Inc SPEAKER remarked that, FOR himself he was not
anxious that the House should adjourn lie could axe
an Arrangement for the occupancy of the chair Thats
the right way'D
On motion OF Mr.. TiRBArrs, the motion Of Mr.. Nc.
Clernand was laid the table. ...s
NIGHT SESSION PROPOSED.
MIR. HARALsoy-I move that the House resolve itsou
into Committee of the Whole the State Of the Union
Mr.. 3 ApaMs-Will not the gentleman from Georgia
withdraw his motion for a moment
The sPEAKyR -Gentlems will come TO order; unless
they do 20, 1t Is impossible TO proceed with business
Rap rap1
Gentlemen scattered TO their seats and their voices
sunk into partial silence.
Mr.. HanALsoN.--lll withdraw for few moments
r. You're a generous fellow."l
MIR ADAMss resolution was read-proposing that IL
shall not be order to that the comm rise un-
til ten o'clock r. NJ {" oh, no, Adams" We can't
agree TO that."]
Mr. HamLrr-I move that the resolution be lail the
table. tMr. Houston Of Alabama, ''so roee' Hamln
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TO THE
LATEST MO MENT.
LEGISLATIVE PROCEEDINGS

LEGISLATIVE PROCEEDINGs.
ALBANY, Saturday, Jan o-6PM.
Senate.
Inc SENATE has had under resolution ask
iog the GENERAL Government refund the expenses in
CURED by the State in equiping &C. tho volunteers
sAco. Alter some time spent thereon II laid
until Monday
Dill was reported sppropriang portion of the In.
come OF the School Fund to the Society for the Reors
ton OF Juvenile Delinquents in the city of New York.
At this hour, IL O'clock the resolution offered by Mr.
Hail. against the extension Of slavery newly acquire
territories, was taken up referred tho Committee Of
the Whole and ordered to be printed.
Mr. BEACH reported bill to change the method Of con.
vsying convics to the State Prisons Also the present
manner of paying inspectors.
Mr. WILLIAMS brought in bill to permit the railroads
west OF Albany to carry freight free Of toll
After which the Senate went into Committee Of the
Whole upon the Governors message
Assembly.
The ASSEMBLY has BEEN since the opening this
morning, chiefly occupied a bill introduced by una.
nimous consent to pay the members and officers Of the
Legislature necessary expenses in consequence of the
provisions Of the constitution
Notice given of bill to reduce the fees Of county
clerks.
A report received from Messrs Walsh, Blsss.
Butrick T. Smith and Develn who constituted the
mtee on the Walsh resolutions relative to hours Of
labor by apprentices, &c, sc.
The report OF the Committee Capital Punishment,
Messrs Gould Rathbone, Bascom Perkins and Davis.
was also presented
petition presented from Isaac L. Hasbrouck
claiming a contested seat
The billfor the relief of the New York volunteers was
reported back, with amendments, by the select commit
tee Of five to which it had been referred.
The BILL amended, appropriates ten thousand dol
lars outfit for the volunteers six thousand dollars
OF which the commissary general is authorised to
pend in the purchase Of tents clothing So The remain
ing four thousand dollars to be equally divided
among the officers, musicians, and prvaes. Agreed to
in Committee of the Whole and ordered to be engroMsd
for final reading on Monday.
Mr.. BUrRIcK offered a resolution calling upon Con
gress to reimburse the State of New York in certain
money advanced for the of the volunteers
The resolution Of the Senate in relation to tn voun
teers, SC, was received.
Mr. PERKINS offered bill securing the rights Of pro.
perry to married women.
bill offered to provide against the extension Of
slavery in the territories.
After other business Of a minor character, the
House adjourned.
miscellaneous.
Mr. Baxter, OF New York. is expected to resign his
seat in the House in few days. with the intention OF
joining the volunteer regiment.
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SCANDINAVIA

|HS society will hold its Second Annual Ball at the Mi
nerva Rooms, i06 Broadway, the ith Janury 1877
NO pains will be spared make this Scandinaya feast as
entertaining and interesting circumstances viii permit
The celebrated Lohians Brass Band will By in attendance
Doors viii open o'clock and dancing will commence at
o'clock Tickets at Sc each to be had u Kndherg 50
Westst; ~ r. Larsen, 80 Rector st Robinson, Thames
st. DR. Neergaard $40 Pearl ST.; f. Louison, &c New ST.
from either ofthe Committee OF Arrangements T. w Meh
q james H. j. Hansen Fred Schott Frrd r.
Hammer d20. as a. j. g. TO-. ilsr
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THE LONG ISLAND INSURANCE COMPANY.
CAPITAL 200 900 DOLLARS.

OFricg 81 FULTON STREET, BpooxLyr
CONTINUES TO Ike risks on huIldIg,, machinery
" chfndsc aud property general on their usual favorable
THIS company his passed through the two erestst
conagauons that have occurred in the country they
their from the with
to the system which they have always
ana scattering their risks All losses which the comp,pv
fore. ''''' - 1900"
company take special care to notify their customers In
New York, OF all expiratons Of policies.
&c FINN Secretary EN- ia; i%.re
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NOTICE,

NOIlCE.
DNCE REDUCED TO Is CENTS PER BOTTLE
Cure for Baldnsss and Grey HairA desirable article
Tor The toilet The Tncopherous Moderated Compound ~
nov aeknewedged by all who have used be best
ana most oeftn arIce that has been inverted Thou.
cy prevents badness the hair that fallen off
or become thin: Keeps the hair from becoming geyand
moves dsndruif scurf &c IL Is particularly recommended
70 me Ladies m u not only cloanes the hair but gives SOFT
ness and brancy which be surpassed Prepared aud
soldby A. C. BARRY, artist IN nar No. JAG broadway,
ner OF Liberty d2t IN
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MT SIC,
THE ONLY TRlTE. SONG

ONLT SONG.
49, .AhCHf iltlEVk, the real caterer of fancy and
singing Birds has now on hand and prepared offer
sc ec,ed without regard price from every gu ,rter
OF the Globe Amongst the following will be found the
Birds ma ched and prepared be for hachug with
English French, German, African South American Chi
nese and Domestic Together with the choice de-
scrpton of barn door Fowls Ducks Geese English and
NoIwsy Swans silver and golden Phessan and Newiopnd-
land King Charles Spanies French and Spanish Poodes
Itann Grey Hounds and every ether of and
inscy Dogs Bird Cages of every variety Also Archys
Birds, &c. Sc. VIZ f' vi
y Every variety Of Bird Seeds Cages, Sc
LETTERS post paid will at all meet itb pro,opt
attention ron a GkiEVE, No John street, New York
YOUNG GENTLEMEN
Look for Christmas Presents Archv will he r.
menbered "hen candy and the cakes forgotten Bo.
do2 a.
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THISTLE RAIL-.

VHE Second Ball of the Thistle Assoc IS
70 take place tho evening of Thu sday, 2ls inst at
castle Garden From the that being made
to render not only Of the most attractive but the
interesting Ball of the season, have hesitation
fully realized may NOT, perhaps be unntere ting to the
which the Association is based Charv" and that in the
distribution OF the funds of the society dstcoa of
nance tn. sacred duty which the Office of i'm
poses them. Those VINO have hitherto enjoyed the
pleasure and satisfaction which the Thistle Balls
remarkable for impaIting, will endorse
ments and that IN predicting that the forthcoming Ball will
be found IN an eminent degree TO sustain the well deserved
reputation OF the Asociation. jl0to Gl re
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BUFFALO, Saturday, Jan Q.
The snow is foot in depth, and the wind blowing
gale.
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J. McMURRAY'S
ARRANGEMENT S FOR 1S17.
II So - o.

IN THE UNITED STATES
V'HE SUBSCRIBER fu ~ b. leave tender his
L sincere thanks to his friends and the public
Tor their liberal support he has received for
twenty years and soiieits continuation Of their conf eace
The despatch by when his have been ought
and the prompness by which his very numerous drafts
have been paid at the different banks he aers
suhc guarantee to the public for the faithful Perform
ance Of any future contracts entered iEto with him
The following are the days Of sailing of The regular
packets to aud from Liverpool s 9Th llth 10Th 2st
and 10Th Of each month throughout the year
In add the above regular iine number of sp endd
ships such as the Adirondack Marmlon, Rappah
betty, Sea- G'cenock. Broom add Ocean Queen will CON
TIME 10 sail from Liverpool weekly regular
thereby preventing the least possibility Of delay
In Liverpool
The regular line of London Packets sail from New York
the lsf, 9th 18th and oath and from London the 9Th
18Th ?lt aud 28th of each month throughout the year
Persons DESTROYS OF sending for their friends residing in
the Old Country can have them brought out any Of the
above splendid vessels on moderate terms.
Aud Tor the accommodation Of persons wishing TO remit
,n.nt nc M nrafta % liz n, Is-;.. Ie pay
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AMUSBMEN7D.

DARK THsATRE-MoNDAY EVENING, Jan llth
q III Mr. ws.a @ Tsssy
quito Mr. pyo,t rybalt Mr. stark; Eriar Lawrence, Mr.
SaA M ds s1Sn
sS nyS Sssa Ne0' GAMBIA Mr.
ass rAe ~ : viii
ROWskY IAEATKh-Mondsv evening, January II:
' r. Fem a' Sss.
%Ss; Which he comedy ofAN OBJECT OF INTER.
M. S1sis oD"ysr Mr. H. Chapman Fanny o''S'
10 conclude with the drama ofyACK sHErPARD-Blue-
.L1, MI Tad.way; Jonathan Wild Mr. Booth Jack shsp
Bsi: ss: e. as ny
CAKD-BOWERY THEATRE.
ONrHs o W A EScHEs PES Ss:saa.ly .oe
sas Sss
. 9 H. Will b ss
lsushabls farce Of "sisme,e Twip.Hthe T~iei by
the nautical drsH, hIee CriasIe or Sea.
NJ iIChELL's o. IAriC ThGATHE.-Mondsy Eve
o1. Men With yAs STAR
y : s' - 'oAS STREET
TO conclude with MEPHIsToPHoLEs-Jemmy Juk.,
DIs. s,Is. g cent: Spp.I hose. pit o,s shilling
Door. op,n Al half pas. O'clock curtain risssmr
OPENING OF THE ITALIAN OPERA
At Palmo's Opera House, in Chamber, street.
IN MONDAY Evening lith Of January I84T m, Itols,
" Opera Company will perform the Opera of Donizetti
LINDA OF CHAMOUNIX.
Drdm0tsSt Persons.
LINDA. Sig oorina Cloiilde Bari
fierotto. Signora Rosin Pico.
Magdaene, mother OF Linda. Signor, h. Phillips
Viscouut ~irval. ........... Signor Y. Benedett
Anthony father of Linda. Signor r. Benz yentano
Marquis of Boisheury. .Signor A. -anauiric0
Magistrate. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS gnor L. Martini.
Administrator. .Signor Benefit Hiesei
Maestro attached 10 the Company Slgnor Antonio Bsrli
Leader OF the Orchestra. .Sgnor Michele Rapeu
Chorus Director. Mr. H. e. Besmes.
Prompter. ....... .Signor Marozzi.
stage Manager Sig. Benefit Riese.
| Opera )oks may be had a the Box Office.
Ist tier Boxes and rarqueue. .............Sl 90
Private boxes fer persons. ...-.,....... II 90
Seats be securcd the box Office from 10 A M till
o'clock, L. NJ. daily.
Performance commence ~ Doors open at o'clock
| RI
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AUCvlOW GOYs on.
AUCTION-BY 4. JOHNSON,

Store 277 Pearl st.
Doors. AND sHQEsIOn Thursday; January a. at 10
o'clock The stock and fixtures of the Boot and
Shoe Store Chatham will be sold at auction
as above by order Of the Sale positive