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The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
Gem. THoS. Ar c. JoNEs.

The following description, by late Ameri-
can traveller. of the "Court Ct Reconciliation"
as established in Norway. is furnished by Sena-
tor Benton:
In every School district, the Free holders elect
Justice Of the Court Of Reconciliation -
Every lawsuit must first be brought before this
Justice, and by the parties in person, as no law
yer or attorney is allowed TO practice in this
Court The parties appear in person and state
their mutual complaints and grievances at
length, and the Justice carefully notes down all
the facts and statements of the plaintiff and de-
PENDANT, and, after due consideration, endeayors
to arrange the matter, and proposes for this pur-
pose, what he considers perfectly Just and fair
in the premises. II his Judgment is accepted,
il is Immediately entered in the Court above,
which is a Court Of Record; and If it is APP
pealed from, the case goes up to the District
Court upon the evidence already taken in writ
ing, by the Justice of the Court Of Reconcilia-
ton. No other evidence is admitted. IL the
terms proposed by the Justice are pronounced
TO be just and reasonable, the party appealing
has to pay the costs and charges of appeal
More than two-thirds Of the suits commenced
are settled in the Court Of Reconciliation, and
of the remaining third not settled, not more
than one-tenth are ever carried up.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
Ikentacky Con fsrrucs.

The Kentucky conference OF the Methodist +.
Church, South, which met at FlemingsbuTg last
week, continued its sittings up 10 Thursday eve.
ming, when it adjourned. Bishop Capers, assist.
ed by Bishop Soule, presided.
There were large number Of ministers in at
tendance, and its sessions were interesting
throughout, and conducted in the best spint.
The most important measure passed was the
adoption Of the methodist ExpositoI," Teli-
gious journal recently established at Cincinna-
ii, as a conference paper, to be under the charge
of this and several neighbonng conferences.
Rev. DR.. S. A Latta was appointed editor, and
Rev. ii. X. Kavanaugh corresponding editor
MaVspiHe Eagle.
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From Hucntan.

The Mexican schooner Republican,, Captain
Carcann, arrived yesterday from Campeachy,
having sailed on the 9th ult. We learn from a
gentleman who came passenger on her that the
Hucatecoes recognised the Government Of Mex
leo on the Doth nit The Yucatan troops, un-
der cornmand Of Col. Zetina, had taken posses
sion of the town Of Tacash, after some resist
ance from the Indians. This news was recev-
ed at Merida on the 18th ult The battle lasted
four hours The Indians retreated. But little
blood shed on either side.
The night Of the 18th there was music in the
streets of Merida, and UiDas were shouted for
Mexico, for the Union and for the Governor OF
the State On the 10Th took place the ceremony
Of the oath of allegiance, and on the 10Th a re-
ligious function and grand ball. To-day (2lsi
August) salvos of artillery have celebrated the
entry Of Zelina INTO Tekak, Of Pasos into HUH,
and of Gonzales into Teabo. The war is neal
its end The volunteers who have arrived al
Sisal have not moved from there. IL is said
that they are Intended for the recOnquest OF
Bacalur, and that for this purpose they will form
A iunc ton with the inhabitants Of said city, and
rendezvous in the Island Of COzumel No more
al present
The Mexican Government has made over to
Yucaian sI4,,,0O, which sum il has agreed to
nav each month. Gov. Barbachano has issued
a decree, dated the 18th ult., by which he grants
absolute amnesty to all the insurgent Indians
who within seventy days shall desist from hos
iilitie,, and submit TO the Government.
The N. o. Delta Of the 10th has the follow
ing fran Merida, by way of Havana:
As for the instruction Of the Indians, which
has g. long desolated the white inhabitants, we
learn that il is well nigh extinguished. The
largest force of the insurreetionsts, collected In
one body, does not amount to more than from
600 to 500 men, and they are obliged to keel
TO tho highest parts of the Sierra, (chain Of
mour tains,) where the population is very sparse
and limited They are totally in want Of lead
ers, Fat and Chi having retired from the field
The former, after the route he suffered at SAGA
lum, marched TO Tabosuoo, where he abandon
ed hi, followers, promising to return in ffteer
DAVIS. He has not since been heard OF.
As for Chi, he is lying at Oxkutzcab, undeI
treatment for the wounds he received in the las
battle, and declaring he will fight no more. Tn
fugit in the Sierra and other parts, are hotl!
pursued by Gen. Liergo and Col. Zetina, AM
the probability is, that the instruction viii
speedily disappear, or be entirely confined to tn
mountains.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
The Explosion Of the Coucordia.

Mr.. j. A. Lowry, clerk OF the steamer Uncle
Sam, has furnished us with the following particu-
lars OF the explosion Of the COHoordid
"The steamer Concordia, Capt IloRAcE PEASE,
burst her two larboaId boilers on the morning of
the l7lh, at Plaquemine, tearing the furnaces and
upper works ofthe boat all TO atoms. As near as
eould be ascertained, about twenty-five persons
were scalded and missing-all belonging to the
crew as far as known Capt Pease was severely
scalded, but it is thought not dangerously. Mr.. j.
Mosby and BAIL Mcdowell, the assistant clerks,
both badly scalded. Those missing were supposed
TO be all Gremen. We rendered the Concordia
what assistance we could, and lowed her 10 Pla-
quemne, at which place the accident occurred,
she having drifted below. The confusion was so
great, il being so soon after the accident occurred,
we could learn nothing further
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30

In Versailles on the 2lst inst, Of Scarlet fe-
yer, after few days illness, Juliet Martin,
daughter Of Ambrose c. and Sarah r. George,
formerly of Frankfort, aged four years and
eight months. She was the pride and comfort
Of parents and relatives.
As the sweet howef that scents the nom,
But withers IN the rising day;
Thus lovely was tins infants dawn,
Thus swiftly fed its LIE away. H.
On Thursday evening. the 2lst inst, LAcH-
Ian McDoUGAL, native Of Glasgow, Scotland,
aged a years, leaving wife and seven children
The deceased was accidentally caught in the
machinery Of the Engine, connected with his
Steam Furniture mandatory, and survived the
severe injury then sustained but few hours
IL has seldom been our lot to record the death
of any one more generally respected, or whose
loss is more extensively felt
He had recently returned from visit TO his
native land, and had invested the accumulated
proceeds Of years Of laborious industry, in an
enterprise new to our city. The citizens Of Lou
isvlle felt that the industry, prObi,y and energy
of Mr.. McDoUeAL's character, gave an assur-
ance Of the successful establishment Of this new
branch Of manufacturing industry. His suddsn
and melancholy death has consequently created
a more than ordinary sensation; and Is truly
felt public loss
We had the pleasure Of a PERSONAL acquaint-
ance with the deceased for a number Of years,
and although he was naturally Of a reserved and
retiring temperament, yet we can truly affirm
that he had q heart overlooking with human
kindness. constantly manifesting itself In acts
Of silent charity, and unobtrusivs bsneyOlsncs.
Solemn and impressive are Deaths teachings
at all times, and under all eircumstances-but
peculiarly so when Man, in the proud conscious
ness Of his strength, and the yigor of his ma
turity, is suddenly stricken down. Lessons
like these should not be forgotten A few
weeks since we saw the deceased standing in
Gods house at the head Of his numerous fami-
ly, while the Minister, placing his hand upon
the head Of each Of the children, from the oldest
to the youngest, administered the holy ordinances
Of Baptism. Il was goodly sight
On the Sabbath preceding his death, We saw
him in his accustomed seat, surrounded BY his
afFectionate family, all unconscious Of the near
approach of the solemn future. We shall see
him no more-his place Is vacant Men have
taken him to his long home. The spirit hath
returned to God who gave il; and We who are
left, have another repetition Of that Oft-rsPeat-
ed admonition. "Be ye also ready for in such an
hour as ye think not the Son Of Man eomsth-"
To the bsreaved family, we, in behalf oil the
friends of the deceased, tsnderoar warmestsym-
pathles. Weknow that the heart only, know
eth its own bitterness, but We know also thai
the keen poignancy Of the hearts sorrow' Is best
relieved by the soothing consciousness Of ha-
Imam sympathy. ~
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AGENTS FOR THE EXAMINER.

j. NJ McKIx, 81, n. Fifth ST., Philadelphia.
JOsEPH FIsHER, Chester, VI.
BECKNER * CANNIFF, Lafayette, la
j. BALDWIN, Bethany, Va
GEO. ScARBOROUGH, Greensboro, by.
|C. c. EvERTs, Utica, N. Y.
ANDREW j. STEvENs, Wheeling, Va
ID. NJ. DEWEY, Arcade Hall, Rochester, N Y.
HESRY CHARM, Canandaigua, n. Y.
Brown & WILLIAMSON, Commercial Buildings,
Superior ST., Cleveland, Ohio
ID. NEEDHAM, ~, Exchange St, Buffalo, n. \.
II. BARCLAY, Russellville, ny.
Rev HooPFR CREws, Mount Morris, Illinois.
Hon. A. W. GRAHAM, BOwlingresn- Ny
WM. GARSErT, Glasgow, Ky.
C. III. BAsKLEY, Lexington, Kentucky
j. b. RUSSELL, Gazette Office, Cincinnati, o.
WHITE Il POrTER, IS State street, Boston
ELIAS SMITH, l42 Nassau street, New York
p. II. CoNANr, Smithland, NY.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
Gradual Emancipation.

The editor Of the Louisville Courier, in allud-
ing 10 an article from Frankfort correspondent,
who asserts his belief that gradual emancipation
will be the absorbing question, throughout the
State, in the canvass for delegates 70 the Conyen-
ion, remarks thai be proposes 20 discaSs the sub
ject in ali its bearings, and gives his readers to
understand that he is decidedly in favor Of some
clause being embodied in the new Constitution.
whereby the State may be gradually rid Of slavery,
the scheme suggested BY the correspondent, and
endorsed BY the editOr, is, that every slave born
say, after 1855 or go, shall be free on arriving az
the age Of twenty-fve-two years Of that time 70
be devoted 10 earning the means necessary for the
transportation Of the slave 10 Liberia. II we mis-
take not the indications, there are other paPen.
in the city of Louisville and elsewhere along the
border, the editors of which are preparing TO ad.
voeate that or some similar measure Of reform
Mr.. Underwood, in his able speech on the Com
promise bill, in the United States Senate in which
he administers a whitening re5uke 10 the AbOIi-
tiOnists, took very similar ground 10 that taken
BY the Courier, and will, we presume, on the
stump next summer, advocate and defend the DO
sitiOn he has assumed; we have heard il intima.
ted that such would be the case.
We have also heard il minated, that as an &C
yocate Of gradual emancipation, Hon. Henry Clay
will in due time become a candidate for the Office
of delegate. Nous UerrOHs.
GeOrget0rH (Ky) Herald
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30

Dates from New Orleans To the 18th inst. are 10
hand: they contain Tampico dates 10 the 9th inst.
There IS but little news A meeting OF citizens
and merchants was held for the purpose OF de-
10 form a republic of IT, The meeting resolved 10
arm themselves rs a body, 10 hold themselves IN
readiness to repel the invaders, should they pre-
sent themselves and 20 preserve order in the COM
mdnty Herrera has issued OrdeTs for the inns-
portation of Mexican citizens LIVING in coded ter
ilories to any part of the Republic, at the public
expense.
The explosion Of the steamer COncOrdia is worse
than was first reported. Upwards Of twenty-eight
persons were scalded OF drowned Capt Pease
aud the second clerk, J. Mosby, are both very bad
IL injured, and b. W. Mcdowell, OF Louisville,
assistant clerk was killed.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30

FRIGHrFUL ACCIDENT AND Loss or LIFE.-On
Saturday evening, Col Lee, of the 4th Reg't U. ).
Army, and his lady, were coming up from JeffeT-
son Barracks TO this city, in 4 buggy; as they de-
seconded the hill BY the Barracks hospital, the haT-
Uess having been improperly Pit on, the buggy ran
upon the hOrSe-the animal became frightened
and broke off at desperate rate up the road. OPP
pOsite the enesmpment OF the Sth Infantry, ne
iumed off and rushed into the eneampmenL As
the vehicle bounded over a hollow, Col. Lee was
thrown upon the ground with mnch violence, his
head striking and stunning him for some time. On
the noble, vet madened animal rushed, dragging
the vehicle and Mrs. Lee over every obstacle that
presented itself. A young man named DOusbeI-
ger, LIST sergeant of Co. H., Sth Reg't Infantry,
sprang forward and seized the reins near the hOI-
se's mouth; the horse rushed On, and as he plung-
ed, the end of the shaft penetrated Nj ID. s body
several inches, Just below the breast, and he fell
instantly dead. The madened animal still rushed
through the woods and over the uneven ground,
until two OF the wheels on one side were broken
entirely off, when he stopped. DuriRE all this
time, Mrs. Lee, with presence OF mind that Sc
cured her safety, and probably her life, remained
in the carrisge and escaped unhurt
Sergeant Doasbeygef was young man, about
y wears OF age, of noble and enthusiastic eharac-
ter-has served with honor TO himself throughout
battles, fought brayely, and escaped unhmt-snt
now has fallena victim TO generous Impulse
81. Louis RePR6, 1874.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
The American Review.
.ERI TAs.

We have received the September number Of
this periodical, which, as most Of our readers
know, is devoted 10 the defense Of Wing Prin-
ciples. But it is by no means "A mere party
journal The greater portion Of il is filled with
matter interesting TO the man Of letters and
science. We can cheerfully recommend the
work TO our readers. Those who take no in
terest at all in party politics can pass over the
political article. But every one should wish to
become acquainted with the matters at issue be-
tween the great parties Of our country; and one
may save himself great deal Of trouble by
learning the views Of the Wings through the
condensed articles of this work. II is well
known that, in England, the best periodicals,
in a literary point Of view, are those which are
devoted to the support Of the political parties OF
the country. The Edinburgh Review is the
organ of the Wings; the Quarterly, of the To-
ries; the Westminster, of the Radicals. II
seems that literature, at least in England, re.
quires the spice of party politics to render II
palatable.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
Arrival Of ,hr Acadia.

BOSTON, Sept. 20.
The Royal Mail Steamer Acadia arrived to-day.
She sailed on The 9th of September.
The United States steamer damaged her conden-
ser, and was compelled 10 return TO southampton.
The Queen addressed Parliament from the throne,
ON the 9Th inst, aad then started for Scotland.
Ireland remains tranquil.
Lamartine has published a defence against the
chatges brought against him, by which Cavagnac
is compelled TO deny any intentions of suppressing
the Constitutional. This journal and la PTeSse
have resumed their fierce attacks against the Gov
eminent, in spite of Cavaignae's declaration mol
10 allow the Republic 10 be imPeaehed.
The Bonapartists are moving with the view 10
elect Louis Napoleon TO the Presidency.
The Austrians having enforced heavy contTibu-
tons upon the city of Pama which being refused,
they commenced pillagins the city. The mhabi-
tants rung the tocsin, and general battle com
menced. Arrests OF women aud chidIen Were
made, who throwing furniture from the
windows OF the houses. The result of this con-
hict is unknown.
Schleswig and llolstein have refused TO acknowl.
| edge the amistice concluded by the Prussians
named the Gemanic confederation.
The French Government has received despatch
rs from NJ Ango, minister 10 Berlin, announcing
that Austria had accepted The mediation of France
and England 10 settle the Italian question.
Every part Of Italy is excited and constant tu-
| mults occur.
GRAlN-At Liverpool. grain had declined nearly ia
the extent OF the recent advances Com being quoted
4 8}a3ls. and dull. Wheat 2Sa3Is.
FIotA was uno hanged and dull
CorIoN is In good demand. The sales OF the week
embrace &c 49, bales, and closed steadily ior Mobile Up
land ikl. Orleans Fair fsd.
| PRoVIsIoNs-Fhe imports of provisions are imited
Lard brisk at advance Of Is per ewt. Bacon was
i0tl, but firm.
ExcHANoR-Money was easier. ConsOls sold, al close
| fOr sS5saS6.
The manufacturing districts were active, and more
| encouraging aspect OF affairs was REVEALING.
The weather more favorable for harvesting and
IIhe potato disease was less alarming
Liverpool etiers say thatt is unsafe to speculate as "a
The future prospects OF grain, Foreign supplies Will he
required bat not great extent az the famine rates
M last year. Meal worth CD los 10 ci0 5s per ton
acOn u held firmly aove buyers, especially hams, winch
\ r1te ct % To 2SI pes cwt-; oaagasSed alaf2s-
London telegraphic letter says thai Com advanced
an Saturday three shhngs. Wheat has advanced louI
pcnoc Corn quoted at 30 to 36s Flour 3is and
/ firm.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
California;.

The late discoveries in California, have excl
ted new interest in that country which viii
probably be the cause Of populating il with un-
exampled rapidity. 1t seems TO be in reali-
ty If these stories are true, what it has often
been called, the FL Dorado Of America. Re-
cent explorations would seem to confirm former
reports, that California, in addition to its agri-
cultural resources, commercial advantages, and
salubrious climate, possesses mineral riches Of
all varieties, and Of incalculabIe value.
These strong enticements will attract nu-
merous emigration to California, each success
sye year, until the country is filled up and be-
comes as populous as some Of the old States Of
the Union. We hear Of many individuals, and
of the formation Of large companies in various
places. who design to enigraie TO it next year.
To all such we say "God speed" and our wish
is that they may fully realize their expectations.
A work has recently been published by the APP.
pleton's Of New York, on California, entitled
"WHAT 1 SAW IN CALIFORNIA" by Mr.. Bryant,
which we take this occasion 10 recommend to
every one designing to visit or TO omigrate to
the farthest west. Ii furnishes many facts in
regard TO the journey over, and through the
country, Of the highest value to the traveller
and emigrant.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
Further News by the Aeadin.

The latest telegraphie news received prior TO the
sailing of The Acadia says that the Irish State trials
had not commenced Louis Bonaparte had an
bounced himself candidate for the Assembly
from the Department OF the Seine. A Bonaparie
plot, widely ramiiied, has been discovered. The
German ministry have resigned upon the Diet re-
fasing 10 ntiiy the amistce. Letters itom Wen
ma state that the mediation of France aud England,
on the Italian question, has been accomplished
with certain reservations which may altogether
destroy its efficiency The Austrans have stipu-
lated that the sovereignty OF Lomhardy be retain
ed, and asks no ceedng OF territory, with promises
to Milan aud Vienna of liberal constitutions under
the Austrian Niceroy.
Brown & Siipieys Circular quotes corn at Sla}Gs per
quarter; meal is per Dbl wheat bonded TaSS per 20
lbs; the duty on wheats GS -four 3aGs McHenry's
Circular says that pork mad advanced 20 Rs; bacon
sold al 3lais mess beef i0aiis; prime do aai2s hams,
fine salied 3slR6S; shoulders 2hs; mess pork A6as
PRIME do, 3iiS; lard hne iiaijs for Kegs and bbis.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30

The Niagara Chronicle has a paragraph stating
that the project of constructing a Suspension
Bridge across the Niagara at Queenston, is again
revived, and this time with every prospect of be-
ing carried out. MIR. Elet, the engineer of the
bridge al the Falls undertakes to construct it for
f10,0OO, and will himself take one iorsh of the
stock, This leaves e., 500 to be subscribed for,
half of which has been already taken up on the
American side, and large portion of the other
half on the Canada side of the river. If no UNI
f,reseen difficulties arise the bridge will be ready
for use by September of next year.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
The Mad R,yer Eraslroaa.

The increase of business on this road, since
its connection with the Little Miami Railroad,
affording us direct railroad connection with
Cincinnati, has been immense; and the business
on the lake has correspondingIy increased. The
steamer America, which came in this morning,
brou ght a tremendous load of passengers, and
soma 300 tons of freight. There were FIVE large
passenger cars filled by this mornings train,
containing about 300 passengers. The business
of the road Is so much increased, that II is al
most impossible TO do all that is offered, every
car and locomotive being in constant requisi-
ion.-SaRduskiaR, I'D.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30

There is pathos and sentiment about some
Of the eastern poets, that is truly Affecting
A correspondent Of the Boston Post writes an
follows
Suppose trees long reaching limbs
Should 'gainst a window dash,
In one Of natures breezy whims,
And break Il all TO smash;
Amid the chatter and dismay
What think you would the fragments say ?
eye ministers Of grace defend u.s."
Not that, friend Charles--they'd cry stree
mend-us!'
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1848-09-30
Arrival from santa Fe- Prsgress OF the
Troops.


The steamer PIOughboy arrived in port yes
lerday afternoon frorn the Missouri river
Among her passengers were Lisnt. Col. H. p.
BoYAKIS, LIST Regt. Illinois Infantry, Major N.
JOHNSON, u. :. Paymlster. Major J. T. Brad
LEY, u. 5. Paymaster's Clerk, and DIR. r. N.
HUSDLEY, Surgeon, st Illinois lnf.
Major JOHNSON, u, 5. PaymasteI. with an
escort, left Santa Fe on the 18th of last month,
in company with the first division of the Isl
Regiment Illinois Volunteers, composed OF
companies b, T., and ID. They kept company
with this division rs far as Cold Spring; when
the escort. composed Of IS men, commanded
by Lieot. HUSpLEY, Of company b, left the di-
vision and arrived at F'ol. Leavenworth on the
18th inst
This party left on the Plains, on their way
home, three thousand officers and men, being,
as we suppose, the whole military force which
has occupied New Mexico and Chihuahua and
the Plains. This force is composed of the LIST
Regiment Illinois Volunteers; the Sd Regiment
Missouri Volunteers; 1t. Col. EAroN's Battal-
ion, and 1t. Col. GILPIS's Battalion, and also
Brig. Gen. PRICE ana suite. The troops, IL is
anticipated, have already commenced TO arrive,
and will be coming in for the next twenty
days.
II is understood. that the Missouri troops will
rendezvous at Independence. The regiment OF
Illinois volunteers will arrive at Fort Leaven-
worth, and from thence be transported TO Alton,
where they will be discharged.
General Price and suite were expected to reach
Indepe ndence about the 18th instant; Lieut..
Colonel GLPIN's command in a day or two
thereafter; Col. NEwBY's regiment Of Illinois
volunteers in about ten days, and the remainder
of the force very shortly afterwards.
Everything was quiet when the escort LEFT
Santa Fe, and the Indians were poaceable iu
every direction. A great number of trader
and emigrants were met on their way to SantI
Re.
Gen. LANE, Governor Of Oregon, and his es
cOrt, were met at Willow Springs, on their WY
TO Santa Fe, on the morning Of the 18th, al
well.-.St. Louis Republican, 25,h.