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Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

WHITE RIVER TRADE.-There is a very heay-
Wy amount of produce shipped out of White
river annually, chiefly in fatboats; and the
trade of that section of country is also very
large, and now principally ~monopolized by
Louisville. This order of things might be en-
tirely changed by a little energy on the part OF
the merchants of this place. All that is ne
cessary to secure the entire trade of that rich
section of country TO this place, is for our bust
ness men TO place one or two good light-draught
boats in the trade between here and Point
Commerce. The investment would not only
pay well, but would inevitably secure to us the
trade of that section of country. We are
assured by our enterprizing townsman, Mr..
Clifford, that business sufficient for three or
four boats could be had during the entire sea-
son. Mr.. Clifford has put two boats in tn.
trade within a short time, and he finds White
river much better to navigate than the Wabash.
We are satisfied that if two or three of our
merchants would take hold of tha matter. they
would find the people of that region ready to
second their efforts, plenty to do. and the trade
a source of great profit. 1t is a fact known TO
u~s,tlIata large numbero of the cilizensofthe White
river country stand ready TO take stock ina line
of packets to run between here and the highest
navigable point on that river; and we are as.
sured that they would willingly take two
thirds or three -%fourtlrs of the stock, if the enter
prize was set OH foot here. White river is ma
vigab.e from December until June or July, and
it is the intention of the citizens along%t
banks to thoroughly clean it out the coming
summer, remove all logs, dams, &c, and
make its navigation perfectly safe. If we
do not open a trade By steamboats, with Thu
section of country, some other place will, ans
b 'fore very long too. We ask, then, that on
business men give the matter their attention
and convince themselves by investigation and
inquiry if we be right or wrong ir regard to it
We intend to refer to the subject again.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

LAST WORDS OF Mr.. ADAMs.-We extract
the following from the Washington correspon-
dence of the Baltimore Sur
"This is the last of earth-I nm content,
was almost The only expression which escaped
from MH Adams lips after he was stricken
down.
Mr.. Clay visited Mr.. Adams last evening,
in The Speakers room. The scene was impress
sive. Tears flowed in streams from Mr.. Clay
eyes as he took the hand of his unconscious aud
dying friend.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

In the House, after some unimpOrtant bust
ness, Mr.. e. ]. lngrrsoll asked and obtained
leave to introduce d bill CHANTING The irdnkina
privilege TO Mrs. Adams, Vile Oi the late Hon.
John q. Adams, which was read three several
tim's b. unanimous consent, and passed witt
out d dissenting voice.
Mr.. Ashman Offer ID a resolution that the
House order TO be printed for The Use Of the
members 2O.000 copies of the sermon and
speeches delivered III the House on the day OF
The fun-rdl of the Hon. John q. Adams, which
was adopted.
The Speaker announced that the first business
in order was the resolutions of red previously
relating 10 the formation of new STATES.
MIR. Putnam, of New York. Offered as an
amendment that the Wilmot Pro,iso be ap-
piled TO all Mexican territory TO be acquired by
The treaty OF peace between that country and
the United States.
MIR. Broadhead moved 10 lay the motion or
the table. The yeas and nays were calltd,an.
the motion was decided in the affirmative b.,
yeas l05; nays 90.
On motion of Mr.. Vinton. the bill makins
appropriations to supply the deficiencies in tht
revenue was taken up.
Mr.. Schenck spoke at some length in oppo
sition TO the bill.
A debate sprung up, in which the partici
pants were Messrs. Mullen, Mckay and Chas
J. lngersoll.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

OS- We received on yesterday a file of the
"Frec AMERICAN" published at Vera Cruz
They were brought By our fellow-townsman
Mr.. WetzeIl, who having passed through a
campaign on that line with credit. is dischar-
ged in consequence of wound he received in
one of the battles before the city of Mexico, and
returns nome to renew his former business
The papers were sent to us By our old friend
J. A. EPPERsoN, one of the editors. We FIND
nothing later than we have already published
from the New Orleans papers.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

Broke 5AIL.-We learn that a white man
and a negro confined in our Jail, managed to
break out last night, and went off with their
irons on. They once before attempted to break
put but were caught in the act. Why do not
the County Commissioners build a new jail?-
The present one is a disgrace to the city and
county. a child ten years old could release
himself from it in an hours time with nothing
but a ten penny nail to work with. The pres
ent apology for a jail is a great expense to
the people and of no manner of use.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
A BEAUTIFUL NDToUCHING LETTER

A BEAUTIFUL AND TOUCHING LETTER.
We sometime since Published a series OF let
tiers from a "Blind Girl" whichattracted much
attention. and were repub ished in every Sec
ton of the State. Below we give another,
simple. beautiful, and touching. 1t is certain
Iy one of the preltiest things we r~ecollect 10
have ever seen ill print. Few can read it with
out shedding a sympathetic tear for the unfor-
tunate being who can talk of her misfortunes
with so much complaceucy aud good nature.
-Roch. ADJ.
LAKE COTTAGE, Nov. IS. l847.
My DEAR LIZZY Ii Is not pleasant I'D be
blind. My poor eyes long TO look abroad upon
this beautiful world, and my p~:ieoned spirit
struggles TO break its darkness, AMI battle again
in the pure light of the upp.r skies. ] would
love dearly To bonnet all shawl myself, aui
go forth to breathe the air alona, and free as
the breeze that fans my trow. But, as Mil
ton once said TO his ~fdvorite daughter, lit mat
ters little whether one has star 10 guide, or
angel hand 10 lead" And LiAy, we must
learn to bear, and bldme not that which we
cannot change. The journey Of life is short.
We may not stop here long and sorrow and
trial discipline the spirit, aud educate The soul
~ q 0Ntt hAANs d'ttt ~ 0fCA 'HOA w
must d .pend We liza .e most. A good Eilgli h
writer saws, .-Lat everJ heart o. thankful for
anf circumstance that proves thy friend"
Two summer have COM and gOn, since my
William died in Rochester. We brought hin
h ri. and laid INN down III the grave TO sl-ep.
close By the 6 lie of his childhood h m where
the quick winds and white wdv ot Ontario
come swelling to the shore; aud high above lis
silvtrf bosom, clouds dove like, are HANGING.
One moon had hardls waned-lhe angels came
again, and, while / slept, ddrkened ms weeping
ewes forever. Oh; Lizzy, wds sorrow ever 80
deep. was misery ever SO sever? Hope de-
parted, and an un, ielding blight settled on all
the lo,s my lrart had wed. Passing away
i truly a part Of earth. 1t len Is a death like
dir TO our gay emo, ment, and min5les sorrow
with our cups of bliss 1t stops forever our
h1ppy labor>; and illustrates our choicest plans.
Those whom we learn 10 low, die; and the cold
earth press $ tn. lip, VIZ hdv- loved TO kiss, and
freezes the harris tuned 10 beat in unison, with
oar own. Lizzs, evermore | am blini ami d
~wdnderer. bui not homeless. have God my
Father. the an is Tor Fri n Is, ani Jesus all
colder brother" The pure homes of many
hearts, too. are min<-dweliinos dedrer than
all the world beside.
This morning finds me at Mr.. Ledgar's d.
lighiful LAX Cottage" STATED soft among the
trees; whore LOMBARD o Jars lift III ir tui ed
tops almost 10 prop the skies; the willow, O.
Gust aud horse chssnui, spread their brlnchrs,
anil flowers never Cease Ia blossom. Maggie
| is nv kind amlnuen~is. Now she reads 10 ms
gives M her arm Tor a walk. Now, with h
harp, and tunetul voice, unchains the soul o.
song. the whole covering all my thoughts will
gladness, till ] almost forget my might q
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

The New York LEGISLATURE AND THE Pres
IDENcY.-The Wing members of the New York
Legislature held a caucus on the evening of the
18th inst. They adopted two resolutions I'M
amin Jusly. The first was in favor of the Wing
national convention at Philadelphia. The Sc
cond was as follows:
ResoIued, That. in the judgment of this meet
ing. the wing party of this State will exprct
that the candidate whom they shall be called
Al spnport for the office of President shall be a
thorough and blameless Wing, of known and
weII-tried principles and opinions, a statesman
Of capacity and qualifications for the
highest of civil employment. AID one who
shsIffnlly represent and maintain. in the emf
nent station to which he may be called, the DIS
t;nctiye doctrines and character OF the WIN;
Marty of the United States.
A third resolution was offered expressing
preference for Mir. Clay as the Wing candidate
for the Presidency. A discussion ensued' du
1ng which a motion to adjourn was made an
carried.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
WAsu1NcrnN Eth %. 1913.

Mr.. Webster, VINO has been suffering tor
several days past from iniisposition but who
was sufficiently convalesent ON Friday last TO
venture out. has received intelligence asI learn;
within the last twenty hours, OF the probable
death OF his daughter. Mrs. Appleton, of Boston
aid Of the certain d -ath of his second son.
Ma; Edward Webster. of the Massachusetts
regiment in Mexico. That is indeed a COM
pound affiiction.-Balt. Clip.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
GENERAL ORDER.

The President Of the United States, with
deep regret announces to the navy AMI TO the
marine corps the death ofJoHN q. ADAMS, our
eminent and venerated fellow-ci 'Izen.
While occupying his seat as d member of the
House off personalities on The 2lst inst, he
was suddenly FRUSTRATED b. disease. AMI on the
23d expired, without having been removed
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
Locoroco ENLrGHrENMENr.-We find Tho

Locoroco ENLIGHTENMENT.-We find the
following curious item of news in the last mum
Der of the n. Y. Courier and Enquirer:
Gov. Skunk, of Pennsylvania, has vetoed a
bill to incorporate a telegraph company TO ex-
tend a telegraph line from Philadelphia to w
rs in Delaware. The ground on which he does
SO is that the telegraph lnterteres with the OPP
Grafton of The Post Office Department, and he
thinks the State has no power TO pass laws oil
which this would be the effect.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

OFThere were five hundred and ninety
nine laws passed at the recent session of our
Legislature, 6Te hundred and ninety-eight and
a half of which were of a local nature.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
AMERICAN EsrERrRrsE.-A St. Pe,ersbur

AMERICAN GNiEhfhiSG'
letter of tn 81 of January says:
The American firm of Harrison, Winans &
Eastwick. the we'll known contractors tor the
cars AMI locomotives on the ST. Petersburg q
Moscow railway, have obtained the CONTRACT
for the new iron bridge arcoss the Neva. Anolh-
.er enterprising American firm he We obtained an
exclusive privilege Of cutting zee for foreign
markets, and are rapidly constructing a pier,
ice-houses, &c, between st. Petersburg and
Constadt.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

The TRI-WEEKLY JOURNAL is published on Tues
days, Thursdays, and Saturdays, at s4,O0 per annum,
in advance.
The WEEKLY JOURNAL is published on Thursdays,
at 300 per annum in advance.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

"Snow commenced falling last night,
and this morning it lies two or three inches
deep. March sets in rather rough, notwith-
standing the Gomez is SO near its visit.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
0~The following item of intelligence we

0~The following item of intelligence we
cut rom the telesraphic column of the Louis
Vile Courier of Monday:
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 26, 0. P. NJ.
The Union, III It's editorials, fayors the terms
generally of the treaty of peace with Mexico,
but objects 10 the imputation of lis orr lin be-
ing ascribed to the President or his agency
The holds that Trist's action in the matter was
Unauthorized throughout.
There is an immense crowd gathering to re-
ceive the remains of the Hon. John Quincy
Adams from Washington, and escort the IN
through The city with funeral rites. The bells
are all tolling, and untitled. The flags of tn
shipping are at half-mdst, and enveloprd in
Grape.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

The Uiuu uoce law o fTexas has been repeal
ed. The elections i'll the State hereafter Will
be by ballot.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

SENATOR ~ARcHER.-The Hon. Vim. S. Ar.
cher. of Virginia. has come cut in a ettey is
Eavos otG.n. TaJlos.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09

Oz- An elephant died not long since in Eng
land, which was one hundred years old.
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
FOR PRESIDENT.
ZACHARY
WING ELECTORAL TICKET

~~~~~~~~~~~
SENATORIAL ELECTORS.
JOSEPH G. MARSHALL, of Jefferson.
GODLOVE S. ORTIZ, of Tippecanoe.
DIcTRIcT ELECTORS.
LIST Dist.-JoHN PITCHER, of Posey.
ID a" JOHN S. Davis, of Floyd.
Sd MILTON GREGG, of Dearborn.
4th " DAVID P. Holloway. of Wayne.
9th " Thomas d. WALPoLE, of Hancock.
9th LOWELL H. Rousseau, of Creme.
9TH Z" EDWARD w. McGuAGHEy, of Park.
9th 4" JAMES F. SUIT. of Clinton.
9th DANIEL d. PRATT, of Cass.
10Th" Dawn KlLeoRE, ofDelaware,
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-03-09
WASHINGTON, Feb. %, z P. NJ.
u ~ sNE

At the ususl hour the Vice President called
the S nate TO order.
Prayer by the Rev. Mr.. Slicer.
MIR. Benton submitted d resolution for the
consideration of the Senate, calling upon the
for The proceedings OF The Court Mar
tlal, in the case OF Col. Fremont.
Mr.. Benton gave notice That on tomorrow
he would ask leave 10 introduce d joint resolu-
ton, relating TO the purchase OF American
Hemp for the u. S. Navy.
Mir. Hunter, from The Committee on Finance,
reported d bill. 10 pay the lute est OH the mon
ey due the Sale OF Alabama; Ordinances made
by said Stale during The Creek Indian war.
Personal explanations were made, this NOR
ming, by Messrs Yulee and Foote, concerning
the report OF the New York Herald, in regard
to themselves. The discussion that ensued
was cuI short By "a motion of Mr.. S-yier, that
the S-lldte 90 into Executive Session, which
Wars adopted,
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-08-09
Latest From Mexico.
DEFEAT OF BUSTAMENTE.
From the N. o. Delta, july %

From the N. o. Delta, July %.
The royal mail steam packet Great W es-
tern Capt. Charles NJ. Chapman, arrived
at Ship Island on Tuesday, the Goth inst
at II A. NJ. having left Vera Cruz on Sum-
day, the 10th, at P. M. The verbal in
telligence given below confirms the report
of the defeat of the Government forces un-
der Bustamente.
The British Courier arrived in Vera
Cruz on Sunday morning, having left the
City of Mexico on the 18th. At the nc
ment of the couriers departure thence ver-
bal intelligence was received Of the rout of
the tro BPS of Bustamen;e. 1t was stated
that Parades had received large reinforce
ments from the environs of GuanoJuato.-
The Government forces took up position
near the village of Marfi, three miles from
Guanajua.o.
On tie 9th the insurgents, un1er the
command Of Gen. Parades and Padre Jau-
rau;a lmarched out of Guanajauto and en-
gagged the Government forces at Marfil.-
An official report of this affair has been
received by the Government from Busta-
mente, in which he stated his loss at %
wounded and killed. His report is couch
ed in such terms as to leave no doubt he
had been worsted. He stated that che had
drawn eff his troops and reserved their ar.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-08-09
FOR GOVERNOR OF OHIO,
JOHN B. WELLER.
National Democratic Principles.
A Free Press, a Free People, and
n Free Soil.
of EsxtIer County,

II Free SOlss
l. A simple and frugal government, confined
within strict constitutional limits.
O. strict construction of the constitution,
and no assumption of doubtful power.
g. No National Bank to swndle the laboring
population.
J. No connection between the government
and banks.
5. No assumption of the State debts by the
General Government
g. Revenue Tariff, discriminating in favor
of the poor consumer instead ofthe rich capitalist.
7. The honest payment of our debts and the
sacred preservation of the public faith.
8. No grants of exclusive charters and priv
ileses by special legislation, to banks.
8 Acquiescence in the rule of the majority
in all cases of party discipline
10. In favor of constitutional improvements of
Rivers and Harbors.
Ii. A cheap and fair reduction of the rates of
,stage, ani in favor of papers circulating within
80 miles of the publication office free ofcharge
II. A rigid economy in conducting our public
affairs, and the collection of no more revenue
taan actually required to defray the necessary
expenses of the government.
l3. A restriction of the franking privilege.
H. Opposition to all principles of sectional
character, and in favor of those only that will
unite us in one great brotherhood, and advance
the happiness of all, and opposed to all fanatics
who seek tie dissolution of the American Union
IS In favor of the rights of the people of States
or Territories of framing their own institutions
1G Believing the people capable ofself-govern-
meut, g.. .
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-08-09
ARRIVAL OF THE SHIP
A M E. A!
New YoRk. August d. 1913

Tte,stes smer America arrived This after
noon. She sailed from Liverpool en- the
22d ult. The Herman sailed on the 2Olh.
IRELAND.
The crisis is at hand. The Privy CouI-
cir noef in Dublin Castle, on the 18th. The
Lord Lieutenant issued Proclamation or.
derine an enforcement Of law. All the
arms found in possession of the people have
been seized and the persons arrested With
ont license.
FRANCE. --
In France all is Tranquil. Carignac Is
still very popular. He has been assailed
by the editor Of the Presse, in q pamphlet
giving particulars Of his Imprisonment.
Lamartine has written an article in vim
dication of his policy.
.. ENGLAND. ....strs-
The Catholic Relief Bill has been with
drawn in the House Of Commons.
The Sugar Bill Plumber requires amend
ment this Session. @
Abroad things wear the appearance Of
returning tranquility.
The German and Danish war is consid-
cred at an end. l5.a
The war in Lombardy promises to ter
inmate in peace. Charles Albert is be-
coming more popular.
The Secillan Arch Duke John hus been
elected Chief OF the German Empire
Pittsburgh Post. "
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-08-09
Reforms adyOcatedby the Ohio Democracy
In favor of a New Constitution.

!. The State Legislature not to meet oftener
than once in two years unless called together
for extraordinary purposes by proclamation of
the Governor.
O. No State debt to be created until the a.
mount and object thereof be approved by di-
rect vote ofthe people.
). Judges and Clerks Of the court. members
of the Board of Public Works, and all other
State and county officers to be elected by the peo
pie.
4. The burdens of taxation to be equally dis
tributed and no distinction to be made in favor
Of those who hold stock in Banks or other mon
eyed corpor stions.
S. A thorough reform in the Judiciary, so
that remedies at law may be simplifed, and the
obscurity, delay and uncertainty oflegal proceed
ings materially lessened.
6. No corporation with Banking powers to be
hereafter created without having been previously
submitted to and authorized by vote Of the
people.
7. All legislation for objects of a strictly To-
cal or private character to be taken from the
State Legislature and referred under carefully
established rules to county tribunal provided
for that purpose.
8. A general School law, whereby all the poor
children of the State, can receive the benefit of
good education by levying an equal tax upon all
the property within the State.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-08-09

DOR ior pitched battle. 1t seems the oc-
caslon was near at hand,
The next day the insurgents renewed the
attack when decisive battle took place,
resulting in the defeat Of the Government
forces, under the command of Gems. Bus.
tomente, Minion, Cortazar and Lombardi-
nj. The loss is stated to have been severe
on both sides. The Government troops
represented to have scattered in various di.
rections, after their discomfeiture, while the
insurgents, flushed with victory, were
marching rapidly upon Queretaro, en- route
for the City of Mexico.
The foregoing taccount conflicts with
the intelligence received by the New Or
leans. Perhaps the truth is that the verba
intelligence is somewhat Hattering 10 the
insurgents, while the newspapers of Mexi
co are loo partial to the Government t.
give strictly unvarnished account of tn
engagements between the forces of Busta
mcnte and Parades
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-08-09

lion of the slaveholders-the domineering
and aggressive manner in which they have
conducted every discussion and controver-
sy touching this subject, and he as the last
man in Congress to concur an any meas
ure calculated to gire them undue s"t'
stantaal advantages Mr.. Phelps is man
Of fine abilities, one of the best lawyers III
the Senate, and thoroughly understands the
bill. He compreheuds all its bearings es'
pecially its consequences upon the great
question of slavery extension" And THIS
man has advocated and given his sanction
to measure which his whig friends here,
who profess to be the chosen and "nho'n'eu
high priests of s'free territory" )" "free SOIL
and s'free Speech claim is calculated -
give to the Shareholders of the South oh
undue advantage, and to extend the curse
of slavery into the newly acquired Terri.
tories. The truth is, that the doctrine OF
the non.interference of Congress with this
vexed question, is daily securing new advo-
Gates even among the wings, not only as
the correct ground and the true policy OF
the country, butsus the only method by
which to prevent the extension of slavery.
Mr.. Phelps, we believe, has heretofore
given his sanction and support to the Ill
mot Proviso, and he declares that in going
for the bill establishing these territorial
governments, which leaves this question
to the decision of the judiciary Of the Unit
ed States, he does not 6 i've ''up an iota ol
his principles or those Of his constituents ,
Will the Proviso wings with whom he has
heretofre acted, denounce him as north
ern dough-face who has joined hands with
the southern Shareholders for the purpose
OF extending the peculiar institution" as
they do those Democrats who advocate the
same doctrine? We think not. And ye
their extreme anxiety 10 be considered th'
only true advocates of ''free territory
may induce them to denounce even the bes
and longest tried friends of"lree territory,
free soil,' and Gree speech" in their owl
party, as consummate ''doughfaces" if the.
do not square their action by their rule
The Wilmot Proviso is the 'slhunder" O
the wings, which they intend 10 use for g
lectioneering purposes in this campaign
not with the hope or expectation that tha
measure will ever receive the sanction o
Congress; but they have so often been de
feated upon their old party issues, that the!
seize upon every means which may seen
to tend to produce disaffection in the demo
cratic ranks and draw off few oil its mum
bars to their own.