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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

CHALLENGE AccEFTED-At meeting OF the
Executive Committee OF the Central Rough and Ready
Club OF Washington held on Monday evening the 3ls
inst. the proposition Of the Jackson Democrats Asso
citation for political discussion submitted and read
% the Committee Whereupon II was
Resared zHaaisously Thai The proposition be accepted
and that Messrs Richard WalAch John T. Towers, snc
Joshua l. Heushaw be the Committee he part of n.
Central Rough and Ready Club make the necessary .r
rsngeneufs
RSs1ss- Thaf these proces,i1 - b rltii>le4
By order u the Executive Committee
PATRICK H. BROOKS, sec, pro ten.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

pot1cy-Sarah Sparkling was bronght before
Justice Atwatcr. yesterday on cnare, o. ,,e1g Nv,
T16n near Hickss, appeared tia, in April last the
ar lived as domestic in the family and len ner
psce without assigning any resson whieh i.a Mrs'
100 - the County ial for 90 days VIM. Dougher'
- S,. brought before Justice Atwater yesterday on
cbsr-e Of ,ssautng officer Dawson with redno' s2.
Jepi5S RON and burning his hand very severely lie
va. sentenced 10 the Penitentiary Tor mon'.is,-,
Ss,hsrne Harkin was arrested yesterday on cnar e
y, ass.ntns ohn Cardiff By striking him on the heSa
yxtb bottle Fined s5.-James Churchill was orSusn'
pss,-s fnstice Atwater Yesterday on charge ol w
ieptv assaulting Daniel Deans. Tie was seniehVeu "
,Le Gonntv Penitcntiary for 20 days
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
By telegraph TO the yew-YOrk Tribune.
Later from Yucatan.
SEw-ORLEASs, "Wednesday, July

NEW-OELEANss Nedne-1ay s-i} -
Advices have been received from Yucatan as
late as the eth inst.
The Indians are eaectually checked, and the
white inhabitants, who were driven from their
homes, are all returning.
MARKETs-CoTToS il active, the sales 20 Day haslhs
reached 1000 bales Flour j. dull srsAH and no
LAssEs without change In FAEIGHTs We hear o. AZ
American ship taken for Liverpool at ssed EXCHANGE
il in fair demand
HAR1yoED. c. "wednesday Aug ,
The Free Sol state Convention met Ia lnls .l'!
to-day. It was composed Of men OF eli parties
who appointed Il delegates to the Buffalo Con
vention. consisting OF 6 Wings, Democrats and
Abolitionists, and completed party oTganiza'
ton. They also elected state and County Com
mittees.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
SAD OccuRRENcE-The correspondent OF tn
PLNaaslnhla BaMstla gives III ioLLowing

SAD OccuRRENcE-Ihe correspondent Of the
Ptiladslphia Bull,fia gives the following
melancholy Circumstance has occurred IN Hon. :
o. Peyt0ns district "a member OF Congress from
kentucky) During that gentleinans attendance here
his daughter eoped with young man 70 whom, Il ap
pears, she subsequently married Upon the return
u the parties 70 the young adys home an uncle the
guardian of the doctor dome stc al airs IN his absence
upbraded the groom Tor his conduct whereapon an
angry alteration took place the midst Of which the
latter drew pistol from his pocket and shot the former
The wounded died few moments after Tnis
double affection severely Eel upon the wife OF Dr.
while may be supposed the entire family, including
some Of the rsi persons in the state and numerous in
their relations are perfectly overwhelmed with the
nrsi calamity. telegrsphic dispatch was received
yesterday By Mr. Ia which the details are given, and
IN twenty minutes after IL reception re was on MS way
home
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
The slave Gases.

WAsHNGrOS, August l.
Alter the opening OF the Court tins morning,
Mr. Carlisle resumed his argument upon the points Of
law submitted by Mr. Mann snd himself yesterday and
spoke until after O'Clock
Al quarter before o'clock his honor delivered his
written opinion upon all the points presented ~ the
counsel for the defence. The opinion was an able one
but beng long and intricate defer any statement OF
until such time As Can obtain view Of IL This much
however may say that il was adverse % the genera
views presented by The defendants counsel
Messrs Mann and Carlisle excepted 70 the decision d
his honor, and then the Court adjourned.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

MILITARY GLORY Rev. f. A. Farley preached
a sermon ON Sunday July 10. having special reference
the honors paid 10 the military ehietsns who fell II
Mexico ana were brought home to be buried with civic
and military honors. The sermon is short and read
able and have perused II in the main with pleasure
IL Is against warsgsinst military glory-sgsinst the
cultivation of military spirit How much such ser
mons will amount long n seize every occs
sion 10 elevate military 10 places Of power and dis
tnetion, we leave the reader to Judge brooklyn Eagle
Rather singular language this for a paper that
places the names OF two Generals at the head o.
it's columns. 1--we. Post.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

LATER FROM EURoPE.-The American steamer
Hermann, Capt CRaBrRrE, sailed from South
smpton the Goth alt. and has consequently been
already thirteen days out. The Cunard steamer
Auerieo, Capt. JUDKISs, was to sail from Liver
pool on the Pod for this port. One or both Of
these vessels may be confidently expected TO
arrive in the course Of to-day.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

QUICK TRAvELING.-As an instance OF the mi
proved for the speedy transport OF psssen
gers along the route of the ST Lawrence several travel
ers arrived here this morning AT o'clock, rhO tf htx
yesterday morning o'clock Their journey Of
800 miles consequently occupied but y hours
Quebec Mercury
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

Whig stmie Convention.

The Wing Electors 9TH State Of NewYork request
Cd to meet In their respective Assembly DISTRICTS and ap
pom, Delegate from each District to attend STATE
CONVENTION. which viii assemble In the City Of Urea
THURSDAY the 4h day Of September next for the par
pose u nominating candidates for the Offices u Governor
Lieuenantovernor Canal Commissioner and State Pms
Inspector and also, nominate College Of Electors d
Presideni and Vice President Of the United States.
JOHN l. SCHOOLCRAFT,
JAMES HORNER, Albany
JAMES KIDD
HENRY H. HAYNOR, {T,oy
LIZ GRAND b CANNON, 5
JAMES s. THAYER, New YORK.
G. P. KIRKLAND, Utica
s C. HAWLEY, Buffalo.
Wig STATE Cept,a Commune
~ The several District Conventions are requested 70
appoint efficient Central Committee, and nsn'H'' '"e'
the State Committee al Albany
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

TIKI MEETING AT ALBASY FOR IRELASD.-Not-
withstsndins the tremendous storm last night the Cap
WAS called to the chair and Dr. OcsIlaghsn called
for and addressed the meeting. He appealed 70 the
friends Of Ireland 10 forward and subscribe 10 the
Relief Fund Seversl came forward and $1,000 was
rised. The meeting was addressed by several other
psssons.snd Committee OF Three from each Ward
vas sppoiD,ed 70 rsise money KnickeTeocssT
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ Hon. DANIEL WEBSTER, the Commercial
announces apparently by authority, will give a
cordial and hearty support to the nomination OF
Gen. Taylor, and has never meant to do anything
alsa
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ Congress Is now proceeding with its basl
ness with commcndable expedition. 1t has only
eight working days left. 1t will be seen that the
House again sustsins the Wilmot Proviso, ia TO
ss.--2c majority Freedom is gaining ground
The House did wrong, however, in laying the
senate's Resolution concerning the w ashington
and Richmond Mail, on the table. 1t should have
passed
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
vrrrIANsgVRGH AFFAIRS.

FIRE DEPARrNENr.-Thc hremen OF Nillanns
burrh have accepted the resignation OF A. Hodges as
Chief of the Department and elected William IL uue'e
hard in his place. BY Of ~ over John snyder
who received - votes.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
:, man named Charles @. Pride was

porIcr.-A man named Charles @. Pride was
taken INTO custody yesterday by ex constable yosepHs
va .sr jearies on charge OF stealing sgold ws'on
50 e.. ~ Miller No Ms5ison-st Held 10 snswer
% .s,ns oeircrs succeeded arresiins man nsIiea
ios,pb easel on charge Of stesling quant.! q
.io,blng rom No = Whitehall Il amounting 20 80
81, ..-'..r,v Of WIN. Kennedy and Mcdonnell
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ Consuls Ministers and Charge dAfaires Of Ne
United States and foreign countries resident in tho Urid'
States have their seals OF Office engraved by the bs
artists att EyERDELLs Premium Engraving EstablishmsI
800 Broadway Of Duanesl second square above as
Park jy5 lm1uThkSa
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

- The day before yesterday. Sir George Simp-
son and party returned in good health from the
VISIT TO the Companys settlements in the North West
we understand mat they experienced scarcely any
rain, sRd quite surprised on cou.a ins tb, paf
Of the world, 70 lesrn how moist season ne have had
Montreal Herald 90, ult
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

FORT HAMiLroN HorsE.-There is no place
in the vicinity of NewYork which has been so is'ore
resort for families this season a. the Fort hamilton
House. We learn that one or two suits OF rooms are
sbou, 10 be vacated this week so that an opportunity
which has not occurred for weeks before now presents
;,.elf G,r securn, most desirable Summer quarters IN
,bis f,shiopabe and admirably kept Hotel
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ JOHN 7. MARIN, member Of the last
Consres the Cas- candidate for Leutenan, Govern.
or OF Kentucky, and not Geo w Johnson as we stated
Mr. J. was nominated but declined
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ THE MEETIEG FOR IRELASD at Nauxball
Garden, this evening, will doubtless be large and
enthusiastic. As we write, sanguine hopes are
entertained that perfect union Of all the organl-
cations in our City Of friends to Irish liberty will
there be consummated. If it should be, this even
ing will be marked as one OF the most ausPicious
in the history Of Irelands emancipation.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ Gold Pens, Of every quality and price, wholesale
and RETAIL by B. =. WATSON Co. Is wallst Gold Pens
and Pencil Cases great variety The celebrated hcheeu
Pens sold only a. above. Gold Pens repaired
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

SERIOUS ACcIDENr.-f esterdsy Afternoon W.,
81. " fobn Berry about wears Of age. while attempt
H.; ~ rro.s the road in trout Of Of the Green"ood
80. was knocked down by the horses snd severity
i,,ssistely taken home and properly attended TO
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

SPLENDID SILVER Door PLATEs.-Elegsnt Gothic cd
Plain Door Plates warranted sterling silver plate, beaHh
fully engraved from g. 80 upward, at s. EvERDELLs Pr
MUM Engraving establishment 3G2 Broadway, cor. Duane
first square above stewards marble jyll lmeod
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
AUGUST.


WIN lingering kiss the drowsy lord Of Light,
Like Anthony, When 10 the Egyptian Queen
Hebade farewell. hangs on the cheek Of Might
But 10 would not have fingered there, ween,
II CleOpatrss Up had borne beard,
Or had her dainty cheeks been roug h or freckled
For nothing in the universe, 1 we beard,
Disgusts man so much faces speckled.
Then feckled fair once, Italian Soap.
Put Posdrei Subtle on your hairy lips;
And ihen and not ull then, indulge hope
That you 10 Beautys bower may all eclipse
Go to GoCRAuD's In Wslker.st, delay not.
or you viii wish some day TO go-snd may not j,
~ Beware u base counienels and cheap Inii.roo'
DR.. FELIX GovRAUDs italian Mod,cdfed Soap, tr q -
lively removing ian, pimples salowness- &c Dr. -,
dyes Subtle fails eradicate the most Stubborn
from any part Of the human frame. His Ldy HAhs
spproachsbe for flushed rough face IS cents eox -
his LiqEid Vegetable Rouge gives beautiful csnaon -
TO cheeks and lips. Sod only al DR.. 0oUkAups DeP' "
WaIker-st LIST door from Brosdwsy.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

" Hon. CHARLES Brown. NJ. c. from the
lid District OF Pennsy lvania (sonin-lsw of the
late Gov. Skunk declines denomination.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ To those who DESTROYS OF custom, the sgen
cy OF B. PALMER affords syery facility business In
Information may be dfused extent at the sane tune
by single operation and at the proper season Once IN
The Tribune Buildings
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

IL DRESS Doors CATERS OF the first quality 81 ne
lowest prices can be found at WATKIsss. ia Fuons,
Those who really good articles are advised to cali
9taOd
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

CAMP MEErING.-A Camp Meeting VIII DC ho'u
a., F,rr,iprda,e L. T. commencing on Monday August
= and closing the following Saturday.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

CASS AND BUTLER.
conducting victory. Let the Democratic column
be duly formed. Sc 81 LOUIS tHunkerl Era
~ The King here referred TO IS Louis Phil
ippe, Of whom Cas- the humble eulogst TIE
Price We have never yet heard precisely named MOI
are quite certain whether IL Is the consideration
money Tor that euiosy. the purchase Of Southern
votes BY a change OF mind u the wilmot Provso
that is thus emblszoned the Hunker Flag il 81 Louis
VII the Era inform gs Albany Atlas.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ W. ar. under obs.,oas Hon j. " CAST 'e's''' ''
Rbods I.i.ns for . vslsab.s Psbln Document
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

SASDs's sARsAPARuLA.-The exposure and rregulariJa
diet which necessary concomitants of many kinds u
business, fruitful sources Of cutaneous and glaIbuh
diseases Persons subjected TO such exposures and ireg
laries frequently experience swengs Of the glands o."
and chest and sometimes these break and give rise
troublesome and upseemy ulcers, called scrofalous
other instances obstinate nfammaons Of the eyes os
ears and euphons Of the head, are the consequences
Those individuals whose occupations render them peculiar
liable such Diseases who have constitutional preds
position thereto will md SAsDss Sarsapalla sdnirss
preventive, or, fthey actually suffering under hesee
any similar maadies speedy, safe and certain remedy
bottle taken occasionally Will generally keep the skin, hse
and glands clear Of disease and regular WILL VII
equal certainty, remove II II already developed.
Prepared and sold, wholesale ard retail, by A. r. D.
SANDS, Wholesale Duggsis, 100 Fulton corner ofWhsn
st. rs Broadway, and II East Broadway, New-Yofr sok
also by Druggists generally hroa honl tho United s's's
Price 81 per bottle, SIX bottles 'ors 5.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

NEw-LoSDoS, CT Angrst ], ~
BIZ PpAL0N. SD-NOu " al please ssnd nis BY ne nI'
boai c0 bottles VI var Chemical HAl' ls,scfsof ~
draw on me- al ten days slshs for The snouni. ...x
ygpfs, yery Hply, q, "lhhSAF
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ TIE NewJeSsey Battalion Of Volunteers
vs received a. Newark yesterday
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

FoRr HANILroS.-The troops al Fort hamiH'
were formally reviewed yesterday BY Gov Young
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
RRnOKLYN AFFAlRs.

Docs.-There are number OF dead dogs o"
Gr,vesend Beach. which have been thrown ny 0y VIC
ude. On one Of them Is the owners nsiie, hu'H0'''
and street in Nev-York. and reward Of ;" 70 S"s
person who will return him II lost A boy ao'u'
Years Of age was bitten by dog in Wliham't ye'''''
day afternoon.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

A Coon DIGESTION TuRsETH ALL TO HfaLrH.-wsnt q
sufficient exercise irregular diet mental anxiety, changes
temperature and cold in their degree directly on us
digestive organs. These in dsordered state suffer The
retention Of substances injurious 10 the vital sysien ana
which finally become mingled with the blood leading nus
10 all those pains, sudden continuous, numbng 'en's
the head depression OF spirits decay u energy ana
strength seepiessness, pLpitaon Of the heart 'p''m'
erupuons on the akin, constipation Of the bowels &c -
Foss's Compound Extract Of Yellow Dock snd ss"sP''
rlls at reforms the digestive Organs lno'ns "'
blood with healthy and nyigors,ng virtues Il immsase'
displsces whatever injurious ending It's wofs oy
ing all the functions Of the body which, with me eas e",
thereafter, may be kept and nsunng WIN gov ~.
egeneraied frame gor Of mind and deghuu ease OF 'ee'
| ing.
u This highly concentrated Esuac' Is 'a u'nes sro's7
and by united testimony infinitely more eheseiou' mas
any other preparation. -.
Prepared ard sold wholesale and retail by OtosSs
Foss Pharmsceuist Ios Springs, one door from sahn'
a. Also for sale by A. H. Cough L Co le FuiouS -
Bleeckers, and corner Eas, Broadway and Mnkeiah Nj
Prce 81 per boue x bottles for g. All ordss 10.
the country with cash incosed will be promptly forvuds
by express
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

gSSS,~x - Capt. CsasFsss... For Nee fofs IA JsS ~
WAsHINGToN Capt Josssresfof S-~ foot .s"A As
La. IN, s-.rer. eav- BREMEN .ssy- o. The ISL .st
,prox oo m. esh Of nouih whea The sh il
s, -. i,v nj .sains from New fofs ~l - the slst
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
BUSINESS NOTICES.

Lo's-AsroR PLAcE.-Bourcicaurs pleasant Comedy
Of West End is repeated tonight strongly supported BY
Mr.. n Pla de Messrs Chppendae, Dawson, Mrs hfdef
and Miss Rose Telbn This Is treat for the ovefs OF
renllne Gnma DIV
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

genuine COMEDY.
~ We are never in the habit of saying much In favor Of
places OF amusement. but conscientously recon
mend readers make the Museum visit, for many
rare valuable cuoes there 10 be seen, The Won
der Giant remains there through the present week inc
enormous Snake il exhibition al all hours, and the pleas
ing Lecture Room performance OF the Ethiopian serensds
FAIRY Family &c. be witnessed al - and ococt
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

THE OCEAN STEAMERS.
For America.
ocs,x SIN NAvCo's LrNK-Fron Brsaea Sosfa"l'

CUxARp LINs-Sa9s from Lirsrpc@' H~sy
.NrRIcA JUpxIss 600. fof Won "a, ~ ;.
kpiA Capt sres' ..-. fof Bos'en.--.S a' 'y y
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

For Europe.


FROM Harrs:
UNITED STATES Capt H.es'r.TFFo Ns~ io'ssal S-p'
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

~ The Board Of Aldermen last night suspend
ed legislation for their customary Summer Recess. and
viii again convene on the first Monday Of September
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

OCEAN SIN NAvCo's LINE-For ShdmPfoH bre">s
RNANN.......CsP; Cs.srsss...froa MON Noas'e "a
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

CrSARp rrNg-For Lirop0ol netsiy'
.NgRlcA cart Jrpsts. Fnn Nlork.. wetn-stsl Auf !,
tcaDiA Got Sross - Prom Bosioa.. wsis--day, Asg -
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
Subscribers received 10 the Daily Tribune,

CITY subscriber. included ih i nor any bat s .bo.s
subs ipt.ou money Is received 10 ai'snee
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NJ A r LED .


% .e.dsy. August !. by Rev. Wan. p Corbest. LA
oLNEf 70 CECILIA " sLAYBAcK
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

q Among the strangers in town we notice
Mr.. caAxrros the British Charge I'D iaterim At Wash.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
4 Hunker Flag.
CASS AND BUTLER

Our aas coating proudly he breeze, and STATE
and National standard bearers,
KING AND PRICE
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

iS~ The Trophy Room in the Arsenal was
crowded yesterday by those who visited the remains Of
Capt 7 Postley. The magnificent coffin the theme
OF universal admiration, Of the richness Of
rs ornaments
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03

PATRICK IL BROOKS, Sec pro ten.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-08-03
HINTS oS EXERCISE

Y The Annual Election Of the l. o Of o. F.
Of the state OF New-York, was held yesterday The
following gentlemen were duly elected to their respec
tive Offices
Grand Masier-George II Andrews Of 40 IS.
Deputy Grand Masters ; Post Of No g.
Grand " ard=n--Andre Fromenf Of No. y.
Grand secretsry-B. J. Pentz Of No p
Grand Trezsurer-M. Bird Of No -
c...4 ps,,.ss-,.,,,.. John J. Davis Of No /.
49, NJ James w. Hale Of No. So.
- The Trunh. Room, In
Weekly national intelligencer., 1848-01-22

SaocKrso TRsoxpr On Friday evening (lhs 2ith De-
cembcr) Miss EImiTa Brewer, young lady who resided
with relative, about one mile from White Plans, In that
county was shot by young named Rooney and severely
IL not morsy wounded in two places, hall entering her
breas, without passing through, and the other her hip
appears that Rooney prepared hms with two pistols went
to coon field where the young lady alone, and imme-
discIy on declaring his intention shot her down with
pistol and then fred the other aer she fell He then went
10 the house ncighbo told what he had done, gave uT
the pistols and said he desired 70 be hung He also pleaded
guilty charged before the committing magistrate The only
reason given BY the prisoner for The hord was that be
had desired marry the girl but she would not have him.
and he preferred 10 kill her rather than she should become The
wife Of another Strange tossy, notwithstanding the horrible
nature Of the wounds received the young lady si alive
when last heard FROM and hopes entertained Of her
covcry. Jacksonville (Aid.) Republican.
Weekly national intelligencer., 1848-01-22
FINANCIAL CONDITION OF TEXAS.
HEADQUARTERS OF THE Army,

A late Galveston paper has the following epitome
Of the present financial condition OF the State Of
Texas:
''The amount Of available in the treasury the
3st Of October last he end Of the fiscal year s5i 23s
"The amount Of taxable property in the state, according
to the assessors Of 1916, I75, upon
which the amount is Sl02,47s, including poll tax The
amount Of taxable property returned thus far for ls47 s
S45 594 655-ne including Harrison, jefferson, Red River,
Shelby, Tyler Washington and San Psnco counties, from
which returns vet been received The tares due
the returns thus far made I07 $780, and the whole
amount will be about $4,000.
"Thcre Is in the treasury, due the school fund.- for
the year 1916, the sum Of 50, ass.
The whole expenses Of the State, from the organization
the present Government TO the 3ls Of October last were
Sll2, ,033.9s.
'he amount Of means received since the organization Of
the State from revenue due the late Government OF Texas
including the 10 the treasury al the time OF The change
is Sl25, ,933.l3.
'The whole estimated debt OF the late Republic Of Texss
as far a acknowledged Ivy the Government and estimated by
the Comptroller is eleven millions and hy thousand dollars
the probable equivalent value Of which " estimated at
SIS, 52s, 1885,"
Gen. woop believed be the Governor elect Of the STATE
but some doubt SILL hangs the matter on account Of back
ward returns.