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Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02
BY TELEGRAPH.

NEW YORK, May 2S-1 L. III.
Further particulars from the south state that
Majors Rorland and Gaines, Captain Clay, and
the other officers taken in the north, together
with past Midshipman Rogers, are at liberty in
the city of Mexico.
On the 18th, Capt Walker had skirmish
With the Mexicans near Vera Cruz, killing of
them. On the 18th quantity of army stores
was captured at Santa Fe, near Vera Cruz.
At the capitol there was no government or
order. No responsibility. All was anarchy.
Anaya was still President pro tem., but had
neither influence nor authority. new Pres
dent is to be elected on the 18th of the present
month.
The proposition made by England of offer
her intervention in settling the difficult ties be
tween Mexico and the United States have re-
Gently been taken up by the Mexican Congress,
and after a warm discussion the motion even to
consider was lost by vote of 43 to 80.
The States of Gnadailkara, Gunajuato, Que
retaro, Zacatecas, Durango, San Luis and 9th
ers talk openly of separating from Mexico, and
to let her take care of herself. Not dollar in
the way of supplies are they sending for the re-
lief of the general government. They were do
ing little in fortfying Mexico, but all the OBJ
structions erected so far could be kicked over
with the foot.
There are influential parties IN MEXICO that
begin TO talk of peace, and where four weeks
since they did not dare breathe their sentiments
they now come out openly and avow them
selvesr Still the measure is far from popu-
lar.
The peace party is composed of the more
honest and intelligent property holders, the
merchants and clergy. On the approach of the
Americans, it is said that Congress with all the
archives of the Republic will move to the city
Of Morelia. v.as,
General Canales was at San Andres, place
north of Orlzba, at last accounts. Gen. Scott
has issued long proclamation to the Mexl-
cans. es
Gen. Butler will establish his head quarters
at Palo Alto in June. 400 troops are now
there.
The United States ship Ohio arrived at Nor
folk on Tuesday with large number of army
and navy passengers.
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SAD DIsAsTER.-We are indebted to Mr.. S.
Marvin, Clerk of the Steamer u. States, for the
following iDtellgeuc:
The Schooner I. Dana, Capt, Lyman Miner,
from Sackit,s Hartor, capsized during squat
on TUESDAY, 26th inst, at 10 o clock p. NJ, of
Coneaut. The crew consisted of eleven persons,
eight of whom were lost. Capt. Miner, his
cousin, Edward Miner, Paul Beaver, and Dexter
Whipple, succeeded in getting upon the bottom OF
the vessel. During the night, Dexter Whppe,
the Cook, died from fatigue. About, 6 o'clock
in the morning, the Schooner Uncle Sam took
the remaining three off and landed them at Ash
tabula.
The following are the names of those lost:
William Finley, of Clayton, Mate. Francis
Greenye, Sackett's Harpor, James Beonia.
Clayton, Jacob Wood, Ellisgurg, George FRY
Clayton, Charles Soles, Alexander Bav, Ed
ward Leeman, Clayton, seaman. Dexter Viii
pie, Cook.
The Steamer United States. Whitaker. left
Ashtabula at 6 o. clock p. M.,witha vessel in
tow, in search Of the wreck, butwas unable TO
find it.-Buf. Com.
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THE FAMINE

The scarcity which is now the subject Of
general remark is real. 1t is therefore worthy
Of consideration. 1t is very extensive: compr-
sing by far the most populous and productive
parts Of the world. 1t should, therefore, be
the subject of the especial notice to Farmers,
! and an important basis of their calculations for
the ensuing year, at least, and perhaps-very
likely we think-longer time. The cause, in
deed of tie present scarcity, forshadow an in
definite continuance. The sudden, simultane-
Gus, and almost total failure of the potato. the
esculent whose singular deterioration we in the
which in other portions of the world is felt as
the deprivation of the chief article of food.
Suppose, what would be extraordinary, that
the potatoe blight in Europe should now cease
and the next crop be as abundant as the amount
or condition of the seed planted can lrrant;
deficiency must still be felt there. while here
the blight is evidently not at its maximum, and
its increase will probably cause a corresponding
increase Of the consumption of other products.
On the contrary should the blight continue, the
extraordinary demand on America for bread
stufs will continue until Europe shall discover
some new staple article of food or by improved
cultivation, supply her deficiency by increasing
the present quantity of other products, change
which will require years to accomplish. This
is fair statement of the case, and we trust ey-
cry farmer, will form his plans for the future in
view Of it. Under God, he may consider him
self placed in the position of benefactor, a
savior of his race.
Our Government should also seize the pre- sent
opportunity to open every possible arenue for
the expectation of the products of our soil. A
correspondent of the German 'SchneHpost wri-
ting from Basic, Switzerland, after stating the
condition of that Republic, surrounded BY neigh
boring nations, whose own wants compel them
to prohibit expectation, and in measure, cut
off from America by the fransit-duties imposed
by the States of the Z2ll-reren says: "Now
is the time when America should enter upon
this matter with energy. The Prussian en-
5assador, Gerold, is now in Washinton to con-
clude definitive treaty for the Zoll-veren.-
1t is the duty of every American Journal to call
the attention of the Government to the fact that
no treaty should be ratified by which all duties
on American products in transitu on German
Rivers should not be abolished
The Editors remark, in note, that from
source entitled to credit, they have learned that
a treaty embracing these provisions had been
concluded. This, is better object of pursuit
COR Government than the prosecution of war, and
more creditable, profitable, and truly glorious.
We believe we can assure the husbandmen that,
the bles sing of providence comforting the usual
return to to his labors, he need not fear thew
will be amply remunerated.
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rons or against their colonies or any other, even
against those peaceble citizens who, actuated
by improper impulses, desire to remain quiet in
their houses. Even these they kill, without
quarter; and this is the greatest favor they may
expect from them. The only alternative left US
under these circumstances, is retaliation, which
is the strong right of the offended against the
offending. To carry this into effect attach your
self to the authorities. Your failing to do this
will be crime of the greatest magnitude. All
the officers of the troops are directed to assist
you in carrying out this order, and it is distinct
ly understood there shall be no exceptions
Neither the clergy, military, citizens or other
persons shall enjoy the privilege of remaining
peaeeably at their homes. The whole of the
corporation shall turn out with the citizens
leaving solely as authority of the town one of
the members who is over the age Of sixty years
at the same time, if all the members are capa-
bic of bearing arms, then none shall be excepted
leaving to act some one who is incapable OF
military service. You yourself must be an ex-
ample to others, by conforming to this requisI-
ton. send this to you for publication, and ]
charge you to see it exec uted in every partcu-
lar, and communicate also to the commanders
of the sqnadrons in your city, who will aid you
in carrying into effect these Instructions: and
in fact you are directed TO do all and everything
witch your patriotism may prompt. God and
Liberty!
ANTONIO GAM
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Son, of T'emperaace.-The procession Of
III. SONS of Temperance, on Thursday, was
one of the most numerous and imposing We
have seen. There were in all some twelve
hundred men present, all pledged to the noble
cause of Temperance, and some OF mem ne
formers in the great change from inebrlefy to
sobriety. A man might see some proof OF the
utility of Temperance in an assembly Ike this
where men of strong frames, good health, and
manly countenanees, bear some true resem-
blauce. in the total absence from great vice.
IN the Creator. whose image they seek rather
70 nrescrye than destroy. Temperance, indeed
is a noble cause, and they who originate it,and
thew who perpetuate it deserve all honor from
the country.
The procession. Yesterday, was composedDot
only of large number of citizens, but OF gen.
tlemen from Allegheny, Birmingham, and all
the towns of the neighborhood. There was
also fine body of men from Steubenvillc with
the MartinsvilIe, Ohio, division. There was
music to enIiven the marches, and elegant BAN
ners to give additional interest to the several
Divisions. Some of the inscriptions and devil
ces were particularly opposite and happy and all
were dedicated to cold water, the purest and one
of the greatest treasures in the gift OF Him who
made all things good.
grove prepared for the occasion by T. S White,
of Philadelphia, and Mr.. Galley, of Virginia,
both efficient friends of the cause OF Temper
ance. The day was given to this celebration,
and we believe there was no occurrence to mar
its festiyity.-Piss. Gaz. s-
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02
ANTONIO CANALES.
FOR PRESIDENT.

A Northern WmG:-A NoN-SLAvEHoLDER;
friend of the CONSTITUTION; A supporter of
HOME INDUSTRY; An OPPONENT of the WARS
ofCoNoUEsT;-A friend to the HAREoR IMPROVE
MENr; An enemy TO the SUTREAsURY. One
whose life proves that he understands ''the true
principles of the Government and will carry
them out in his Administration. The name we
leave (subject to the decision of National
Convention.) We thus 'hang out our banner.
We have put nothing in cur creed for which
we have not good and sufficient reason, all
of which we shall in due time present. We do
not declare whether we will or will not support a
candidate who may lack any OF these requisites.
We consider our duty 10 be, to work for the
nomination of such an one, while that is pen
ding. We shall equally faithfully discharge
what may seem our duty afterward.
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CONDITION OF MEXICO.

| BY the following Proclamation of Canales, 1T
will be seen that the guerrilla mode of warfare
| is TO be adopted in its fullest extent. In the
absence of any energetic government, it cannot
be dou bted that the Mexcans themselves will
suffer nearly or quite as much as our own troops
from these predatory bands-indeed we believe
that these robber chie(tains will find a more
profitable. and easy prey among their own coun-
trymcn than around our camps and trains. The
picture which Mexico will present for the re-
mainder of the war is horrible, even compared
with the operations of regular armies.
| 1t is sad to think, how many of the unarmed
pcasantry will be butchered by their own SOL
diers under pretence of being friendly to the
Americans, and by the Americans in retaliation
for murders Of which, probably they are inno-
cent.
If We arraign the barbarity of the enemy for
thus declaring ''war without pity" how NOR
tifying must be the undeniabe fact which Can
aIes adluces as his justification.
Frontier RIIG&DE OF CAVALRY,
Camp in San Augustine, April 4 lS47.
this day send to the Adjutant Inspector of
the National Guards the following Instructions:
learn with the greatest Indignation, that the
Americans have committed most horrible mas
sacre at the rancho of the Guadalupe. They
made prisoners, IN their houses and by the SHE
of their families, twenty five peaceable men and
Immediately shot them. To repel this class of
warfare, which is not war but atroclty in all its
fury, there is no other course left us than retail
iaton: and in order to pursue this method, rem
dered imperative by the fatal circumstances a
bove mentioned, YOU will Immediately declare
martial law, with the understanding that eight
DAYS after tn e publication of the same every in
dIvidual which has not taken up arms (being
capable of so doing) shall be considered trail
tor and instantly shot.
Martial law being in force, you are bound to
give no quarters to any American whom you
may meet or who may present himself to you,
even though he be without arms. You are also
directed to publish this to all the towns in this
State, forcibly inpressin. them with the severe
punishment that shall be inflicted for the least
omission of this order.
We hav9 arrived at that state in which our
country requires the greatest sacrifices; her
sons should glory in nothing but to become sol
ders and as brave Mexicans to meet the caisis.
Therefore if the army of invasion continues
and our people remain in the towns which they
have molested, they deserve not one rayof sym
pathy; nor should any one ever cease to make
war upon them. You will send copy ofthis
to each of your subordinates, q they are author
lied to proceed against the chiefs Of their squad
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02
THE UNITED STATES AND MEXICO.

The subjoined article, proposing to carry in
Impractical effect the doctrines upon which we
had Iccasion to comment at large in our paper
of-Saturday last, came to US yesterday, marked
with zen on the paper which contained it,
with the intention, probably, to attract our at
tenton.t to it more particularly.
We transfer it at large to our columns for the
purpose of keeping our readers advised of what
ltrrcious projects are boldly proposed in the
midst of SO enlightened and m oral conlmuni-
~ that Of the city of New York; and for the
purpose also of expressing our own opinion that
until the people of this Union, withdrawing
fsomthe family of Nations and .forswcaring the
laws by which it is governed, renource also
their own Government, and deliberately return
10 a state of barbarism, no proposition resem-
bling the subjoined in any material feature can
ever receive their countenance. We invite fol
IT., on the contrary, universal reprobation and
condemnation, foreign TO the genius of this
Government, and Incompatible with its most
sacred institutions and its most cherished Ioii-
cys4rsas
Our abhorrence of this proposition is excited
as much by what is included in it, though not
expressed, as by what is expressed; that is to
say, BY the proposed perpetual subjugation-
for that is the plain Engiish-of Mexico and
occupation of its entire territory by military
force from the United States sufficient to over
ave and BNsLAvE that tchole People. Think
ora proposition so ferocious and sanguinary as
this, addressedso humane ana Christian Pee
pie, like those of-the United States, sensible of
the value of freedom from foreign thrali Think
az it, freemen Of the United States. all We ohw,
deserrr the namst*-.Ndt. Int.
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02

A letter from Genera TAYLOR, to VIM. L..
Hodge, Of Baton Rouge has the following par
agraph:
Gin regard TO the Presidency would not say
that would not serve if the good people Of the
country should require me to do so, however
much it is opposed to my wishes-for am free
to say that have no aspirations for the sItua-
ton. My greatest, perhaps only wish has
been, to aid in bringing this war to a speedy
and honorable termination"
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02

Moral SUAsIoN.-A friend of ours travelling
recently in pnblic sleigh from Newburg to
New York, seeing that no amount of whipping
could make one OF heshorses increase his speed
proposed that he should be sc treated" To that
end, at the first stopping place, pint of whisk-
ey was poured down the animals throat, The
horse shook his head at such " treat ment ;ssbut
presently he started offat a high speed, which
ne Kept for several miles without abatement.
The driver was delighted. q would mt a thunk
1t, said he.-slts the first time ever sea
moral sndsion tried onto boss! 1t beats vhip-
PIN all to nothing, r.
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02

The Governor General of CANADA agreeaSly
to instructions from the parent Government has
issued an order admitting American wheat and
maize into that province without the payment
of duty-the importer giving bonds for its arri-
val at and expectation from the port of destila-
tiun within six months. Also, an order premi-
ting American boats and vessels to pass down
the 81 Lawrence from Fort Covington, on the
Salmon river, to lSerreb and thence up the river
Richeleu to Champlain, and vice versa, upon
the payment of the usuaholls and dues Charge
able upon British vessels.
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02

SANTA AsNA.-The following extract from Santa
Annals letters TO the Mexican Government, throws
all the light which are able 10 find, upon his flu
ture intentions 1t docs not appear that he has lost:
the conidenc of tho Mexican people to the extert
tina; has been represented lie is still Commander
in Chief ofthe Army-such as it is-though we can
not suppose that the standard of Mexico will ever
again float over such fields as Buena Vista and Ger
70 Gordo.
1t appears that the enemy, improving his
triumph, and the surprise in which he finds the
people, design to march upon the capital, but
am taking measures to organize here respect
able force in addition to that at present under
command of Gen. ID. Antonio Leon, and | can
assure the President Substitute, that with some
aid from the neIghborng States or the Supreme
Government itself, shall be able to harrass
the rear guard of the enemy with effect until
his destruction is achieved. | have already des-
patched orders to Gen Canalizo that he protect
with his cavalry the fortress of Perote, and TO
Gen. Goana that he place it in the best state of
defence until can relieve him. | now deem it
necessary to save the country. that the Supreme
Powers of the nation should dictate severe and
effective measures to enforce compliance on the
part Of every one with those duties which soci-
ETY. and the laws impose upon him. If this is
not done-if the nation does not rise en- mdsse
to defend its most sacred rights, unjustly and
barbarously trampled upon, infamy and scorn,
with the loss of our nationality. For my part,
/ shall spare no sacrifice in behalf of the country
my life, my blood, my repose and my fortune are
entirely consecrated TO it.
For the present | have established my headquar-
tiers here, where shall receive the orders which
the Supreme Government may have occasion
to transmit. Accept assurance,&.
God and Liberty!
ANTONIO LOPEZ DE SANTA Anna.
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From the \. Y. "sun'' of Monday.

WHAT ARE WE To WITH MExIco!-The time
has arrived when this question should be
thoroughly understood. Ere this Gen. Scott is
NOR near the Capital the capture Of which is
certain. and, upea its surrender, the whole
country is ours, to he held by occupation or dis
posed OF by treaty as Government shall decide.
Peace, however desirable. should be offered on
" on such terms as will ensure its permanency,
Justly indemnify the United States for all debts
and grievances, and promote the best interests
of both countries. We have been forced to
enter AMI conquer Mexico, and must not shrink
from ue'n: the advantages hot belorg TO our
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02

TERRIBLE ExPLosroS.-Tke steambo,t New
Hampshire, on her way to New Orleans, met
with terrible disaster, about forty miles below
Little Rock, Arkansas. Just as she was shovfne
of from wood yard, her boiler burst, repding
the boat in twain, causing complete wreck.
and killing nearly all her officers The passengers
were generally in their state-rooms, or the Foes
OF lie would have been far greater. An iron
safe, containing $4,000 in hafeagles, was thro-
wn several huedred yards, and. broken to pieces
by the conclusion. - ~
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02

A Striking Coincidence was observed at
Cincinnati last week. AS soon as the Mayor of
By the city police, of all dogs found in the
streets, fifteen barrels of Bologna sausages on
one day only were shipped for the London mar
kets -Ib.
Ypsilanti sentinel. [volume] (Ypsilanti, Washtenaw Co., Mich.) 1843-1900, 1847-06-02

Cdsnatty.--Gen. Gushing, broke his leg the
other day at Matamoros, by stepping on q loose
brick, while walking in the streets with = lady.
Ii this accident had happened to President Polk,
ne might have equ iped himself with che Of bis
TREND Santa Annals spare wooden legs, and set->
tie the Mexican quarrel by foot race With
Dot-and-gc-cne. The crv then might well Be :
Ego il yc crippies. buff Err.
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SARATH WORK.

The following facts commended to the cam
did consideration of all patriotic war and glory cer-
gymen, who are nothing 10th at the proclamation
of Governors, to preach thanks giving sermons on
account of the triumphs of the American arms in
Mexico:
The battle of Palo Alto .ras fought on Sund, ~,
TIE 9ih dry of May. r
The Amc-c,ns arrived and took position in front
of Monterey Sunday, the Goth day'of Sep'em-
berthe battle commenced The next morning.
The Battle of Buena Visit q, cen cd On Srn-
day the 2lst day of February
The surrender of the city aud castle of Vera Cruz
was made 10 Gen. Scott on Sunday the 9th day of
February.
| The Battle Of Cerro Gorde commenced ON Sun
day the 18th day of April
The Battle of Del Nortc. New Mexico, was fo't
on Sunday the Gath day of Janurrr. eel
The Battle of Sacramento, chihuahua, occurred
on Sunday, the 26th day of March.
nFThe Sag EIarbor Corrector an illustration
of the way in which matrimonial matters are
sometimes conducted in that region. The wife
of James Kelley ran away with one Uriah ray
nor, anithe twain took lodgings at bubble house
al Sag Harbor. At length their dream offeIicity
was somewhat disturbed by the advent of the
en-ayel husband, who was about TO sue Trial,
for running away with his better, though ering
half. But here the lady declared that she ran
away with MIR. Rayhor, and not he with her. An
extemPore "Court Of Cancellation" was then
held on the spot, and the matter settled-Mr.
Uriah Ravnor giving the bercayed husbsnd
double brrrellel gan an $40 in cash in fullf,r
all damages.-Buf. Express.
SALE OF LOTS AT THECAPITAL.-When
first Informed of the location of State buildings
at the new Capital on the School Section, we
said it would prove of vast bene fit to the School
fund if judiciously managed. We see, how
ever that the whole town blot is advertised for
sale iii lots, by the Commissioner of the Land
Office. Now every body must see.tllat this
will prove shameful sacrifice of this property.
Ii the authorities would sell only every other
lot, enough in al! conscience for the present
qemand' the others in few wears would be
greatly enhanced in value. Blu: TO throw
whole Section (640 acres of Village lots) into
market at once must be regarded by every disin-
terested person, as most wasteful policy. We
hope the Executive, if he has any control in
the matter, will interfere.-.4dr.
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