davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-11-15

TNDIA nj bHEK ONERcNUkS-Iheu suA aFge
tsnd complete assortment Of 0yersh0es comprising the
moot desirable styles Manufactured IN his country.
hokACE h DAY, Manufacturer Of lnds Rubber
q. and QUITS Perchs. p Corilsni-st
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-11-15

a., FOR sALk-A country residence situated Do the
village u Wilton, Conn on the Danbury road. shout
- mile, from Norwak, and within two hours dis By
Railroad % NewYork. the New Haven Railroad passing
within shOu distance " the premises The house mod
Boa 10 and in gOoarep8r 90 which 10 attached
y ground surrounded by choice shubbery snd viii be sod
bargain. FOr terms and particulars, inquire u
~ II GAIf,T NDFRRIgk@ON - Sstfh-sf
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22

A Washington letter says:-The recep-
ton of Mr. Franear, who brought the trea-
~ from Mexico to Washington. at the De-
pariment of State. has caused a good deal
of laughter "a; the capitol. Coming from
Mexico in seventeen days, he had but lit
tie time for his toilette, and on his arrival
sported a blue jacket and pants. one leg Of
which was strapless, while the want fsus-
penders displayed fold of check linen
over the wastband, broad brimined tur-
paulan hat. with face covered with ranch
Gro looking whiskers. On his landing at
the wharf.-the fastened in a coach. Though
the hackmen were rather shy OF him. 10
the residence Of the Secretary Oh State,
where he was ilaIly refused admission by
the porter in waiting. However, he forced
his way in. and Mr. Buchanan was no less
astonished than his servant. to find in the
queer chap before him. whom lie had at
sight mistaken for an old salt. the rcdoubt-
able Mustang. and the special ambassa-
dor Of Don Nicholas Trist.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22
An Incident.

few mornings since, whilst coming up Char
tres street. old lrisl, Immigrant who
had his wife upon his back. The old had
on a frize coat and pair of course corderoy pam
taoons, and Il hat that WAS very tIlapldated. His
features were wrinkled by time, and his grey
hairs showed that he near the edge of death
Still he had a sturdy step. aud rs he walked along
with his pale. decrepid burihen, there no
one who saw him did not honor him.
The poor old couple had come from the most
beautiful. but most oppressed land on earth, to
the land O.! freedom. Bidding the shamrock
adeu forever. they had sought the banner of the
.'stripes and stars AM prayed that their aged
bones might be deposited under its folds. There
was the long farewell to poor lreland-te thou
sand thou ghts that Were confured up by inory,
the last landmark hidden from the eve
the long tedious voyage-the sickness of the
aged wiie--and their arrival, poor and almost
heart broken in the land Of strangers.
There no kindly one TO welcome them
TO grasp them by the haIti--no daughter
to kiss her aged mothers cheeks! The old wo-
man who was very i'll threw her withered arms
around her husbands neck, and like a Chevaier
in soul as he was, he bore her TO the Charity
Hospital. Out upon those who jeer at poverty.
The old lrishman. who carried his sick wife npon
his back in our estimation was one of nature s
noblemen.-N .. Delta.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22
A Bit OF Escw.

The Locofoco Convention Of Pennsyl-
vania, had a stormy time oft on Saturday
week. On that DAY they commenced ball
lotino for delegates to the National Con-
vention, and Messrs. Wagner and Fra
zier were chosen as Senatorial delegates
\ despatch 10 the Philadelphia Bulletin
says:
Hon. David Wilmot next addressed the
Convention on resolution offered by Mr..
Lowry. that the Convention proceed to
elect congressional delegates to the Balti-
more Convention. 10 be selected by the
delegates representing said districts in the
present State Convention:
The confusion and excitement at the
present moment. exceed any thing Of the
kind in the history of political conventions.
The Buchanan delegates accuse their OPP
ponents Of treachery and unfair dealing,
and threaten to repudiate the whole pro-
ceedings.
The excitement on the question of re-
solving how TO admit each delegate and
elector, has been intense.
The Convention adjourned until 2.
NJ. amid yclls and vociierations from the
Hobbies.
The day before, a ballot had been ia
ken. which resulted in an expression in
favor Of Jas. Buchanan for the Presiden-
cy. The vote stood, Buchanan 81, Cass
10, Van Buren, B.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22

The VERY LAsr.-A Miss Gilmore, some
where down east. was courted by young man
whose name was fIaddock. who told her he wan
ted one g'A more to make him aperf,ct fish.
Mr. Kendall of the New Orleans Picayune, is
nov IN New York, the of departure for
Europe. to bring out book on Mexico, illustra-
ted in the Persian style.
THE SEDUCTION SUIr.-The trial of Rev.
Mr.. Groescup. at Canandaigua. n. Y. for
seduction. has resulted in verdict of con.
viction. the jury giving verde, for the
plaintiff Of $3.50.
OK Drr.-That Col. Fremont is to be
made a Brigadier General in case of the
passage of the ten regiment bill.
ELECTION IN New HAMPsHIRE.-The
Granite State votes on Tuesday. March
l4ih, for Governor. Council. Senate and
House-the iattertwo having devolved on
them the choice Of United States Sena.
tor. in place Of Mr.. Atherton. for six years
from the 9Th Of March. 1s49.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22

Mr.. CLAY's SPEECH TO THE LADIES
Our Philadelphia cores ondent briefly no.
ticed last week. Mir. Clay's interview with
the ladies of that city. at least ten thous-
and Of whom shook hands with him. whilst
many kissed him and others presented
him with valuable presents and memen-
tos. The North American gives the fol-
lowing briefsketch Of the speech he made
TO the ladies on the occasion:
He said he was unprepared to make a
speech such as the occasion required, and
would content himself with saving a few
words to the ladies Of Philadelphia. where
the reception he had met had been so
warm. SO kind and hospitable that he could
never find language TO express his heart
felt grattude-his profound acknowledge
ments. 1t was now period Of forty-one
phia During the many visits which he
had made in the course Of that time, his
reception had always been gratifying
He had never visited Philadelphia but
with pleasure: he had never left it but with
regret. All his receptions had been hos
pitable, but none so hospitable. SO enthu-
sastic. so glorious as the present. He
begged them to convey to their fathers. to
their brothers. ana 10 tnelr husbands, MS
sincere thanks and lasting gratitude.
The constitution and laws of society
had drawn marked lines of distinction be-
tween the sphere of action ofthe two sexes.
Women were not permitted to mingle in
the public affairs of the government. To
men belonged the sterner duties of lie
the cultivation of the earth-the prosecu-
ton of war. when the calamity Of war un-
happily afflicted the country-the conduct
of the public affairs Of the Nation. To
women belonged the domestic duties. Ii
was their duty to rear the young-to instl
into their infant minds principles of NOR
atty and religion. and feelings of patriot
ism. and ABOVE all. to prepare the children
of the country for future usefulness and
honor.
Women should have no regrets for this
exclusion from the duties assigned by So
cietv to men. If they knew their labors.
their cares and their responsibilities. they
could have no wish to partici pate in them.
Notwithstanding the seeming separation
in the duties Of the two sexes. there was
no separation in reality. Both were de-
signed for the same end. and both should
strive for the attainment of the same OBJ
ject-the making of our country great and
glorious Let both labor together. and
then would our country be grea, and clo-
rious. our children ornaments to society.
and our people acceptable in the sight OF
God.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22
From the Indiana State Journal.
The Next state Senate.

What shall be lis political! complexion That
is u question which must be answered by the
people OF those Senatorial Districts having 10
elect. And as majority of them are wing
districts, may expect that in them least the
question " i'll be met with that hcnauess and en-
ergy corresponding with the important interests
at stake. An u. j. Senator depends upon the
result of the August election. Every wing must
do his whole duty. We must not only hold our
own, but should set to work with the Geternl;-
nation TO win two or three strong holds from our
opponents.
" ilii the last Session, the official term OF the
following gentlemen, among our opponents, ex-
plred-six in number, viz: RaKEoUR, Of Barihoio
new; BERRY, of Monroe and Brown; HOWELL,
Of Spencer aud Warrick. HAEDIv, of Johnson
EyGIisn. Of Scott and Jackson; HANDY. Of Shell
by. Here IS where our friends must fight d bat
tie worthy Of the name Of their iustrlous sires
of the revolution. Thev must revoutioniZe
some Of these d districts. Let them get out good
aud true men where there is the least prospect IF
success, and then stick to them through thick aud
dim until the result is known.
With the last Senate also expired the official
term of Of tire stanchest wings of The
State--ten in number. We hope to see many
of them back here. Those of them who do not
desire reelection, will be succeeded trust
by men equally good, which will be recoInmen-
dation enough to their wing ends that our
principles are committed to sale hands. They
follows, viz: Ellis, of Knox; UaMRIcK, of
Putnam; VERBRIEE, of Hendricks: Murray, of
w bItley, ana koSciusko; CONNER, OF ff1Tniitoh
aud Boone: MURPHEY of Henry; WIScHELL. of
Grant and Delaware; MONTGOMERY, OF Warren,
Pulaski, &c CHESo Eth, of larh ana EerGnil
lion; ZESoR. of Harrison.
Fifteen wings and nineteen democrats hold
over The wings in the coming contest have a
great work to perform. United, energetic
ton will accomplish it. and nothing short OF that
will. Letevery wing iii Indiana do his DUTY
from this time forward and we i'll have Il t nj
ted States Senator in the next Congress who
will reflect the voice Of the State.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22
4 FUNERAL INSTEAD OF BRIps1 CERE

4 FUNERAL INSTEAD OF A BRIpsL CERE-
MoSY-Mss Nancy Bailey. of Merrimac.
formerly employed in the factories here.
visited Nashua last week. for the purchase
of her wedding dress. bonnet. and bridal
cake. &c. preparatory for her marriage
on Wednesday. She had completed her
purchases. and was on her way TO the de-
pot on Saturday evening. when the cars
left She therefore returned TO the house
of friend, Mrs. Mitchell, on Canal street.
About half past three. on Sunday after
noon. as she sat at the window. she threw
up both hands. exclaiming: ''Why, there
is Mr.. Drew (fhe name OF the Young
man TO whom she was to be married. and
who is resident Of Concord. VIZ Mrs.
VI went TO another window. but no one
was in sight. At this moment crash OF
glass called her attention 10 Miss Bailey.
who had fallen forward against the WIN
dow. Help was instantly called. and she
was placed upon the bed, but with two
gasps she lay a corpse. And when the
bridegroom comes. i; will be to lay her in
the grave, whom he had hoped SO soon TO
call wife Miss Bailey was about &c years
of age. and lattcrly had not been in per-
feet health { y. H Oasis.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22
MRS. MIRA GAINES.

As the case Of this extraordinary woman has
for long time past excited the interest of the
people of this country, Delaware paper gives
the following slight sketch Of her early life.
Mira Clark. now Mrs. Gaines, who is well
known to our citizens, having in early life resi-
ded here. was born in New Orleans. her father
Daniel Clark, (well known in the political and
commercial history Of louisiana being a part
ner Of Col. Davis. Of this county. Her father
died, and when only few months old, she was
adopted by Col. Davis. and brough, up as his
own child. man bv tho name OF Ralph de-
stroyed her fathers will and obtained posse ion
Of tho whole Of the immense property Of her
father consisting of nearly the whole of the new
part Of New Orleans, (at that time worth fire
millions Of dollars and now worth much more
She lived IN entire ignorance of her pare ntage
fss a long time. The first idea she had Of her
parcniags was being tainted by girl at school
with the fact that Col. Davis was not her father.
Afterwards she discovered it from some papers
which she found. while looking over some docu
ments which she was to send TO the Colonel a,
Harr'sburg-they at that time living in Pennsyl
Sanm. Some time afterwards she visited the
sulphur Springs, Virginia, and while there, or
"SSo""s u "er cafTage breaking, she became
acquainted with young man named William
Wh'fuey, ason Of Gen. Whitney OF New York
Soon afserward he visited her in Philadelphia, but
the Colonel not approving Of the match he was
forbid entering the house. Col Davis moved 10
Dslamore, place near Wilmington. and Miss
Clark not being permitted to see her lover, sh.
eerresponded with him.
To prevent detection, her letters were directed
TO Miss Mary Ann Williamson tnow the wife o
RsvCory Chambers. Of this city, daughter Of the
late Mayor and Postmaster. she carefully keep.
ing the secret, aud punctually delivering the lei,
sers into the hands Of Miss Clark, aud sending
ne" 10 whitney in return. Miss Clark was BY
this time faily acquainted with her pare n,are
ana the immense estate Of her father. At las,
mo received letter from Mr.. Whitney, urging
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22

The n. Y. Tribune relates the following
anecdote as happening to Mr.. Clay during
his recent visit TO that city. In the midst
of the shaking of hands with his friends a
Democrat. among many others. stepped
forward and holding out his hand. said.
There, Sir. is good Democratic hand:
perhaps you may refuse it, Certainly
not" responded Mr.. LAY. at the same
time taking him by the hand. Il came no,
to call the righteous but sinners to repent.
ance."
John Van Buren, is now in Washing.
ton-.Potomac' of the Bait. Pdtrio.
says hes.was holding consultations with
the politicians like one who knew just pre-.
cisely what he was about. He is one O
the first. ablest. serewdest, most indomita
bic and presevering poll ticians, Of his age
in the world"
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22

A Pennsylvania colonel. a very particu-
lar friend Of ours. is very fond of telling
stories. of which he is invariably the hero.
The only fault about some of them is that
they are highly colored; in short he always
draws We long bowe.'
Il was once in Harrisburg says the
Colonel, ION official business. During my
stay horse race came off near the capt.
toll. and as | am rather partial to horse
racing. went to see it. Just as the horses
were about starting. some fellow insulted
me by jostling me rather roughly. Now
you know don't often fight, but when |
strike. why then do srrike-so | up fist
and hit him blow that sent him against
the fence. into field. carrying with him
nine sections of post and rails. The fell
low laid short time. then raising himself
into a sitting posture. he looked wildly
around him. 'Gentlemen.' said he. has
this storm done much damage! Did the
lightning strike any body but me-
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22

DIMINUT1oN OF THE SUN-i Good Joke.
Some weeks ago the proprietors of the \.
York Sun saw proper TO diminish the size
of their paper. This was announced in
the Mirror as a diminution of the Sun dis
covered bv astronomical observation: and
people gazed at the natural luminary
through burned glasses. to discover how
he looked when osborn of his fair proper
tons" The hoax was very generally
published: and last week gentleman in
an adjacent county enlightened an audi
ence by the delivery Of a lecture on the
diminution in the size of the Sun of about
one tenth. and attempted to account for
the fact from the condensation of the Suns
rays. We have no doubt that many who
heard him were satisfied that they Nigh,
some day be entirely deprived of his light
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22
The Baltimore Sun gives the following

Hc DdltlIioIC Gun gives tUS lDiiOH
A raw looking chap. rather green in the
routine of banking operations. called in
at one Of our city banks. few DAYS since
and after making due inquiry as to the
name of the bank. observed to the teller
while he displayed his proportions 10 the
best advantage. DO YOU sec me sir!' and
Immediately walked out. leaving the Off
Ger )mewhat puzzled rs to the why and
wherefore ofthe question. Upon the next
day he again presented himself at the
counter. and after asking the same ques-
ton. walked quietly off. Astonished at
the repetition of so odd an affair. and ex-
pecting hoax of some kind. the teller
determined that if the singular customer
should return again. he would pat a mark
upon him the better TO know him in future
Accordingly, upon the individual present.
ing himself on the next day. for the third
time. he was met with the ink sponge di-
rectly between the eyes. ia. ha, ha.
mister You're rather too late TO come that
CANNON how: rather guess YOU have had
three days' sight, says the queer one, so
down with the dust:' at the same time pro-
ducing a draft for 800 at three DAYS
sight. I'm blow'd if did'n. guess YOU
didn't know had this leetle bi: Of paper
in my pocket when you looked at me the
other two DAYS: YOU cannot find anvthino
green in this chap, | rather guess Our
informant left the teller explaining the
nature of three days sight to his cute Gus
toner.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22
FROM CENTRAL AMER1cA.-By an arr

FROM CENTRAL AMERrcA-By an arri-
val from Central America, Puerto Cabello
dates Of the 18th February. have been re-
ceived. The difficulties in Venezula, an
account of which we received by previous
arrival. had increased to an alarming ex-
tent, and the present advices lead to the
belief that the whole country is now en-
gagged in civil war.
President Paez, on whom the eyes of all
the inhabitants opposed TO the Government
of Monarges were fixed, pronounced a.
gainst the latter, who was at the head of a
large body of Government troops declar-
ing that he would not respect the acts of
Congress, which were passed after the
members were driven from the Hall-some
murdered and others taken prisoners
Monarges then demanded Paez. as trait
or. Both parties took the field and two
most sanguinary battles had been fought,
in both of which Paez was victorious and
had already captured several towns
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22

PLANK RoADs.-The Toledo Blade Of
the eth. contains reports of the procee-
dinos oftwo public meetings lately held
one in Toledo and the other in West Unity.
Williams countv-io carry into effect the
,charter of the Toledo Plank Road Com
pany." which was granted at the late ses-
sion Of the Legislature. They appointed
several Committees to take means to pro-
cure subscriptions of stock by the several
townships &c, through which il Will pass.
and from other sources. 1t is proposed
that the main track Of the road shall ex-
tend through Tremainville and Svivania.
and thence westerly. on or near the Ioute
of the Indiana Road with all necessary
branches north and south and that a prin-
cipal branch of said road shall be extern
ded TO Maumee City, or TO such point near
Swanton. or further west as may be deem
ed eXpedient.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22
Mexican Grants in California.

We have already apprised orr readers.
that large tracts, and it is said nearly all.
of the land Of any value, in California have
heretofore been granted away blythe Mexi.
can government.
All their grants, were confirmed BY the
Treaty, but the Senate, it is said, struck
out the ratifying clause before adopting il
NOT that the grants are void, but their
validity depends upon the Laws Of nations.
Our courts have yearly confirmed the va
lidity of Spanish grants Of land in Florida
and Louisiana, made before the purchase
thereof by the United States.
Mexican grant Of 5000 leagues t.
Eugenio Macuemara has been mentioned.
not simply on account Of its extent, but
for the reasons set forth in the appIicsfion
for il, and upon which il was made. Eu.
genio Mcnamara, in his petition to the
Mexican President for the grant, conelu.
des in these words.
elf the means which propose BE- DOT
speedily adopted, your exeellency may b.
assured that, before another year, The
CALIFORNIA; viii form . part ofthe American
nation. Their Catholic institutions viii
become the prey Of the Methodist wolves
and the whole country will be inundated
with the cruel invaders; whilst propose
the means Of repeiling them, my proPosi-
tons ought TO be the more admissible in
asmuch as have no personal interest in
the affair, save the progress Of The holy re-
ligion of God and the happiness Of my
countrymen.
As for the fidelity and sdhssiso cf theso
to the Mexican government, aooWss vita
my life; and according - may bedsaxn .
sufficient nunnber Of colooists, (aa least
ten thousand men, nm Of opinion, and
may ISSUED with certainty. that tins nam.
Der will be sufficient to repel II D., same
time the secret infrigues and tlae1peotns-
lacks Of the American usurpesss
| have the honor to be your e1eS1 1872
most respectful and ohsdianf sefvana.
| EvexxIo NAcGAMAaA,A pas, Me-,
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-22

BUENos AYRES.-C:ov. Rosas. in his
message TO the Legislature of Buenos
Ayres. announces his harmony with all
friendly powers. and states that his Gov
eminent has difficulties with only eight
different States. including Paraguarv!-
There is "a deficit in the treasury OF $751;
294.3l6 for the year 1913. The total cir
culation OF paper money is 500 600. 900,
without counting the @27 100000 which
are 10 be issued this wear