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IMPORTANT FROM MEXICO.

We copy below, from the New Orleans Delta
of the 18th instant, very interesting letter from
Mr.. FREANER, embodying the most important items
Of intelligence, as well the speculatioas on the
subject of Peace, which current in the city OF
Mexico at the latest dates.
In anticipation that the army might fall back from
Mexico, the Post Commissary at Puebla had receiv-
ed orders as early as the 10th ultmo, from head.
quarters to contract for $4,000 rations to be deliv
cred at moments notice for downward move
ment. The Quartermaster at Puebla had also re
ceiyed orders 10 have transportation ready. AtPe
rote similar orders had been received.
Gen. KEARNY has been installed as Governor Of
the State Of Vera Cruz.
Ii is stated that the Court of Inquiry will adjourn
to the United States as il has taken all the
testimony to.be brought before it in Mexico.
Ii is also stated that Gen. BUTLER is determined
to send Mr. TRIsT out of the country soon as pos
sible, and had demanded Of the Court that the
balance of his testimony should be taken early as
possible The reason for this course on the part
of Gen. BUTLER is set forth in letter from the city
of Mexico to the New Orleans Pcayune, as follows
ipsl A47A"h',
with dispatches from Washington, brought, among other
communications order Gen. BUTLEE send Mr. TRIsr
out OF the country he had given his evidence be-
fore the Court Of Inquiry, and, am led to believe as prs
oner. Gen. Butler Immediately communicated TO Mr.. Trs
the orders Of the Government and appnzd him q bis inen
ton them. Mr.. Trst then addressed long lette
to Gen. Butler, denying his right arrest OF Oreiby move
from the county American citizen The reply Of ih'
General was, briefly, that he had received orders from HI
Government imperative in their nature, and that he would exc
cute them the letter and Furthermore ths was neithe
his duty inclination to reply to the argument Of Mr. Iris
in relation to his rights citizen"
Gen. SANTA ANNA has at length again taken hi
departure from the soil Of Mexico. Accompanies
by his family, he sailed from Antigua on the Al
instant for Jamaica, whence il is reported, he is 4
proceed to Venezuela, to join his old friend Gen
PAEz.
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THE pEsERTIoN OF LIEUT.. SMITH.

There much excitement at Vera Cruz the 30th u
tmo having been discovered that Second Lieutenant JoaS
SMITH, Of Captain Whites company of mounted men, had
deserted, taking with him Of his company.
"The day Captain White gave pursuit. and got wind
OF the fugves the Orizaba road but could Uveake
them. The evening OF the number, sergeant
youth Of about nineteen, returned and related the following
Smith and The others told him they going out to hunt
and he accompanied them under that impression until they
about eight miles from the city, when Smith called
halt and made known his intention Of joining some robber
band The sergeant told him that be would not desethat
he would die first They then told him be must die He
gave them his muske but upon further consideration they
concluded let him 60 Giving him fowng-pece, which
he could for Of caps they allowed bum TO return.
On morning Of the s instant they fell into the hands OF
Zenoba or Cenobo the great guerrilla chief He doubt
thinking that he robbe enough for the road aud unw
ling 10 place confidence who would desert their
try standard would accept their services and kept them
prisoners He also Immediately sent word TO Gov Wilson,
who dt ached Capt. Kerr and his command TO the
worthless into Vera Cruz, where they arrived Sunday the
ID instant
Since the deseron OF Smith have recognised
him as one has been quaeed the expense OF the State
for length time, strong house under the drec
ton Of warden for being concerned with others in approp
atng to his large quantity Of funds not his
There is good deal Of speculation TO what Gov Wilson
will do with the clow Il greatly TO be hoped that he will
not let him OFF with impuny
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o. rnr WV ORLEANS prrrA.
c,rr o. Mrrrco. M,ren IS. is4s

Ctrr OF MExrco, MARcR 2s, ls4s.
Having been particularly engaged during the past week.
have not given you the and prospects, in relation TO
Mexican affairs as full as had desired II is impossible to
form precise opinion as to what will be the action Of the
Mexican Congrcss on the treaty. until hear what has been
its fate in the Senate Of the United States IT. in the
body, should with other modification than the sec
lion in reference to the Epesao grants, convinced,
from all can learn and my Of information coed,
that that modification will be accedcd TO by the Mexican Gov
enmen and ratified by the Congress, although possibly il
may cause delay which will prevent troops from reach
ing the coast before the romo becomes epidemic How
ever great deal depends upon the person whom Govern
men NAV send here commissioner agent conclude the
negotiations already entered into orT take for granted thst
no further powers will be vested in Mr. Ts since bis a
by order Of The Government home II our Government
should see proper to this authority In some of the abst
officers of our army already here some such gentleman
Gen. Pierce Of New Hampshire, Gen. Shields who is
well acquainted with the Mexican character and their manner
Of doing business and the time person Of practical
talent and mastery ability, then there may be probability Of
our army passing the range Of the romo before becomes
very Dangerous
During the past week this city has been rife with reports Of
a revolution in San Luis Poosi, Goanausto, Guadasjara
and Zaaecas No opportunities have been lost by the spe
cuaors shayer and persons who Pecuniay prong BY
our army remaining Mexico give currency and crccuee
to the reports set aaoat II positively stated that
night would receive affirming their assertions and
while we were all anSiousy looking for the confirming
or disavowing their statements learn that Senior Adamc
he Governor Of San Luis PotOs has positively been arrested
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TUESDAY, ArRnNls, ls4s.
IN SENATE.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES.


BY Mr.. ATHERTON, from the Committee on Finance
House bill making appropriations for the support Of the Mill
ta Academy for the ending 3oth June, s4S without
amendment
House bill for the relief Of Melville Giss and others, with
an amendment.
Also, from the same committee: bill for the increase Of
the medical corps Of the navy.
rhe bill provides for the addition Of five full and five
By Mr. BREESE, from the Committee on Public Lands
The bill for the relief OF bona de settlers under the for
the armed occupation and settlement Of part Of the Terri
tory of Florida.
By Mr. Mason, from the Committee of Claims bill for
Also, from the same committee bill for the relief Of A.
H. Cole
By Mr.. FELCH, from the Committee on Public Lands
bill TO provide for the final settlement Of the
Thomas sheden late receiver Of public moneys Kaa-
mazoo, Michigan.
Also. from the same committee bin to provide for the
settlement OF tho accounts Of Abraham Edwards.
By Mr.. RUSK, from the Committee on Military Affairs
bill for the relief Of Midshipman Robert g. Rogers.
By Mr.. DIX, from the Committee Commerce bill
extending the privileges to American vessels engaged in
certain mentioned trade, and or other purposes.
fThis bill allows the packets between New York
and New Orleans stop at Havana and take pas ngcrs
mails, &C., provided that merchandise be landed
taken in
Mr. d. asked lis immediate consideration and tho bill was
considered ia Committee Of the Whole, and on tho question
Of engrossment--
Mr. HALE asked that II might DO delayed until to-nor-
row to which Mr. DIX asscnled.
BY Mr.. CASS, from the Committee on Military Affairs
The bin to provide for the settlement Of California claims
with an amendment
On motion Of Mi NILES,
Resoed That the Committee Finance be instructed 10
inquire into the sspedeney q p'os"g q y law for & coin
and half with alloy OF copper other metal
and for the discontinuance Of the coinage Of cents
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THlRTIETH CONGRESS-.
Extracts from the Business Proceedings
MONDAY, APRIL IL, lS4S.
In SENATE.
FIRST SESSION

Amops the to-day uers following.
Bg Mr. RJSk Resolutions Of The Legislature of Texas,
in relation to having law passed by Congress extending the
jurisdiction of Texas onehaf the waters of the Sabine
Lake Sabine Pass and Sabine river, up to the 32d degree
north aud and n favor OF an act OF Congress concerning
military posts the froner to extend chain oil mill
tary posts advance OF the settlements between Red river
the Rio Gande and to be removed from time to time as the
settlements advance.
By Mr. CAMERON: Twenty memorials, signed by some
thousands Of citizens of Pennsylvania complaining OF the mo-
nopoy the Camden and Amboy Railroad and the Delaware
and Raran Canal Company and the exorbant charges
acted for carrying passengers and freight between Philadelphia
and New York. and of the unconstitutional imposition by
the State of New Jersey of tax persons and property
terng and departing from that State and asking remedy
that Congress will authorize post route through the State
New Jersey that citizens of all States may pass without un
just charge
zens resident Rio Janeo and shpmastes and others trad
ing to Brazil asking that the system of reciprocal duties
be abandoned least limited to direct trade with ih
in which they may be made, and showing the nu
effect of the present policy upon the shipping and ohe
interests of the United States.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES.
By Mr. DAVIS, Of Massachusetts, from the Committee or
Patents bill authorizing the renewal Of the patent for The
benefit of the widow and heis-ataw Of Timothy p Ander
son, decreased
Also from the same committee the bill to amend ac
entitled An promote the progress of the useful arts
and repeal all aud parts of heretofore made for thai
purpose" approved July 4, Is46.
by Mr.. bKEESE, from the Commtee on fuplic Lanus
House bill for the relief of Thomas Scott without amendment
Also from the committee, the bill for attaching por
ton of the Northwestern land district Louisiana, the dis
trct north of the Red river, Louisiana
BY Mr.. UNDERWOOD, from the Committee on Public
Lands Asking be discharged from the further considers
ton of petition Of Isaac W. Taylor and other represents
ves of Jacques Camorgan, and that it be referred to the
Committee on the Judiciary.
CALIFORNIA CLAIMS.
On motion of Mr.. BADGER, the Senate proceeded to the
consideration of the bill relating California claims the ques
ton pending being recommit the bill with instructions
Mr.. MASON then withdrew that portion Of his amend
relating nsiructions and the bill recommted Il
the Committee on Military Affairs
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Purse r. W. PRIcE has arrived at New Orleans, bearing
dispatches from the Pacific 70 the Government Com. r.
Rudd and Purser Christian bad joined the squadron. They
were wrecked on Tie passage fom San Francisco Maza-
an in the brig Commodore Stockton, Msgdalena the
brig total wreck The passengers saved ny the provi-
dental appearance Of three whale boats
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AccIpKSr.Last Saturday evening, says the Worcester
Journal Rev. Esstus Hopkins, OF Northampton los, fine
little boy about three years old under the most distressing
circumstances Previous to putting him to bed the girl hay-
log charge Of the nursery put quantity Of boiling water in
the bathing tub preparatory the accustomed abuon Of the
children, and efs the without qualifying temperature
The le naked boy supposng the ready or his use
jumped into The tub, and Immersed in ne scad;ng
,caisr He died on Sunday morning.
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sIJpREME COURT.

The Senate then proceeded the consideration of the spe-
ca ORDER being the bill supplemental 10 the act entitled An
act concerning the Supreme Court Of the United States
when protracted debate ensued, in which Messs JOHN
SON, OF Maryland, ALLEN, BUTLER, BADGER, ASH
LEY and CRIFTENDEN participated, when the question
was taken on the passage Of the BILL and decided in the
gaive by yeas and nays. as follows:
YEAS-Messrs Bell, Berrien, Breese, Butler Crenden,
Davis of Massachusetts, Greene, Hannegan Hunter, john
son. of Maryland Mangum, Mason, Mlier Phelps, Rusk,
Underwood and Upham--H.
NAiS-Messrs. Allen, Ashley, Atherton Badger, Bagby,
Benton, Bright Calhoun Cameron Cass Corwin Davis OF
Mississippi Dix Felch Foote Hale, Houston, johnson, OF
Georgia, Lewis Moore, Niles, Spruance, and Turney-23
Mr.. BADGER gave notice that at o'clock
he should move that the go into Executive session
business of importance.
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, ls4s.
IN SENATE.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES.


B3Mr. CAMERON from the Committee for the District
of Columbia bill to incorporate the Washington Gas
Ligh Company.
Ako from the committee, the bill to incorporate the
Washington Mutual Insurance Company and Savings lnsli
tutict both bills without amendment
By Mr. UNDERWOOD, from the Committee OF CLAIMS !;
An fayorable report the petition OF Richard T. Dunn
By Mr.. WESTCOTf, from the Committee Of CLAIMS
An diverse report the petition Of j. Harris late deputy col
lectot OF Providence, Rhode Island.
ByMr DIX, from the Committee Commerce Asking
beischerged from the petitions relating to the adoption Of
certah steam safety valves.
Oamoton Of Mr.. BERRIEN, the bill to change the name
Of Pcian Kavasales that of Photus Fisk considered
in Committee OF the Whole and passed.
Ga motion of Mr.. UNDERWOOD the bill to confirm the
iotat aud grant quarter section Of the public lands for a
counfy at Aisbofotgh consideref in Copmttee q
the Whole and passed.
The bill extending privileges to American vessels engaged
in certain trade therein mentioned was read third time and
passed.
Mr. ASHLEY then called for the special order, being the
bill carry into effect certain provisions in the treaty between
the United States and China, and the Ottoman Porte giving
certain Judicial poweso ministers and consus OF the United
States in those quarter
Mr. CASS was opposed the call Itwould be recolleced
that had given noq of his intention to call the volun
teer BILL which he conceived Of the utmost Importance
Mr.. HALE, with great nairete inquired if the Senator
from Michigan had bceved any recent intelligence from
Mexico which rendered prompt action that bill necessary
Mr. CASS replied nat if the bill moi passed within
day or two there ng be disastrous at which
remark there gnera laugh in which the Senator him
self joined most heartily.
The bill called fo by Mr.. ASHLEY then taken up for
considerations partially read and made the special order for
Monday next.
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THE ELrcrRic TELEeRArH.-No generailies about the
wonders effected by hs and marvellous agency strike
the mind orcby single fact like this presented in the
annexed paragraph from the Mtoaukie Sentinel published,
let be borne in mind in region which dozen years ago
was wilderness Distant from the city Of New York half
as far fact and quite far accessibility the shores
Of England, yet that region within less than twenty
four hours OF New York.
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raoM rHk MILwAusIE sENrIxEL. ArnIL 4.

Dr. TELEsRAPa TO NEw YoaK.-A, o'clock yesterday
morning had, by telegraph the and markets from
New York, distant oartcea hundred niles up 10
O'clock Of The preceding afternoon. This is indeed start
ling fac and may well make pause and wonder Al The
apency which has brought il about
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BRUSHES.
Miscellaneous Articles.

Gold and Silver Pencil Cases, Spectacles, !,
all kinds, Rogers Scissors and Knives of alt
the most approved patterns Diamond Needles
Steel and Gilt Beads-Slk Velvet and Steel
Bags and Purses. Avery extensive assortment
Of Ladies and Gentlemens Shell Pearl and
Ivory, Pocket Books, Port Folios, &c. Ele
Q mt Wax Dolls, common Dress Dolls. A
great variety of Games and amusing Dissected
Pictures, embracing complete assortment Of
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ERALD AND RHODESANDER THURSDAY MORNING JULY 2 1S48

Deicars Of Coun,e,ftbs and Imitation. The
unparalleled and astonishing efficacy Of DR..
Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry. in all the
diseases for which il is recommended curing
many cases ailer the skill Of the best physi.
clans was unavailinf, has effected a large and
increasing demand ior-it. This fact has caus-
ed many unprincipled counte,ieiters and imiia.
tois TO palm of spurious mixtures, OF similar
name and appearance for the genuine Balsan.
Some are called Syrup of Wild Cherry"
Balsam Of Spikenard," "Wild Cherry Com.
rey," &c. Another, "Westers Balsam of
Wild Cherry" mssPeling the name, and forg-
ing certificates 10 rese mble those OF the true
Balsam. "Df WiStar's BalSam Of Wild Cher.
ry," is the only genuine. The rest merely i'm
itste the name OF the original. while they pos
sess none Of lis virtues.
Look well to the mark of the Genuine The
genuine Balsam is put up in bottles, with the
words "Dr. Wistars Balsam oi Wild Cherry,
Phila, blown in The glass; each bottle bearing
label on the front, with the signature of
II WiSTAR, NJ. ID.
This will be enveloped hereafter with a new
wrapper; copyright secured, 1914 on which
will always appear The written signature Of 81
BUTTS"
Be careful and get the genulse DR. Wisiar's S
Balssm of Wild Cherry. None genuine un-
less signed by ! Butts. Address all orders TO
Seth w. Fowle, Boston, Mass.
For sale by X. J. TAYLOR.
July 27-2w.
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AGRICULTURE IN New HAMPSHIRE
N. H. Statesman, published at Concord, has
the following cheering intelligence on this SUBJ
ject.
The delightful weather of the past few days
is Improved by the farmers, as the broad inter-
vale opposite Main street bears witness. The
ripe, rank grass is being cut, and rapidly cured
and In no year, of the past twenty, has there
been heavier burden. Three weeks Of clear,
uninterrupted drying weather would no more
than suffice TO complete haying. Crops of all
descriptions look well. Corn wears luxuri-
ant appearance, but is not in such state of
iorwardness as in many other seasons but if
warm weather continues into September, this
indispensable product will reach maturity,
Notwithstanding its present backwardness. On
the whole, agricultural matters were never
more promising in New Hampshire and the
same seems to be the case throughout the Uni
fed States"
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Worcester and Albany,
via.
PROVIDENCE.


.fser"~ n ON and after July 20, 1913,
N-dS6i& the steamer PERRY, Capt.
hnf1zzn WooLsEY, will run between
Providence and Newport, connecting with
Trains of Providence and Worcester Railroad,
as follows Leave Newport at A. NJ and
4. NJ.
Leave Providence at 10 10 a. NJ. and 3 80
p. NJ. or on arrival of the Trains from Nor-
cesteI -
NJ Passengers may procure through Tick
cts at Albany, Worcester and on board OF Boat
" Passengers leaving Albany in the morn
ing, may arrive at Newport the same evening,
or NAV remain all night at Worcester and ar
rive nj Newport ut l2 NJ next day, OF leave
SaraCga at ii 30 A. NJ. or Albany at = ~ l.
NJ, spend the night at Springfield and arrive
at Newport next evening.
Passengers leaving Newport in the morning
may arrive AT Albany same evening, or leaving
Newport AT 7. NJ may sleep at Springfield
and arrive at Albany at | 80 L. NJ, and leave
for Saratoga at3 Z. VI.
Passengers leaving New York IN the aier'
noon, via New Haven, may sleep at New la
ven, and thence via Springfield arrive at New
port next evening,
s-s~ Passengers and Baggage transported
free of charge, between Cars and Steamboat AT
Providence
Fare between Albany and Newport s. 30 cts.
Worcester and Newport 30 cts.
ISAAC HINCkLEi, Supt. Prov. n Wor.
Raj. Road.
Jy gid d. W tf.
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TIME model Of Jerusalem, will be ready for
Il exhibition. en Tuesday, Aug. LIST. Il will
be exhibited at Masonic Hal daily, for a shorl
time from 10 O'clock A.. ". until . o'clock in
the evening and will be accompanied with
explanations by Mr.. Berk, the converted Jew
The model contains about two hundred square
feet and is one OF the most splendid and beau
tiinl specimens Of ART ever presented to the A.
merican people, representing all the building,
and streets in the holy city.
Also, uej new Church Of 81 James on
MounrZios. built especially by the friends Of
Israel for Hebrew converts. The correctness
of tho entire model is fully ceriefed To by sew
eral distinguished persons who have been res'
iden,s io Jerusalem. An examination Of il
during tho explanations Of Mr.. Berk, will
greatly facilitate the understanding of many OF
the most beautiful scenes of the BIBLE, il is
worthy OF the patronage ofall.
Admission 25 cents, and for persons under
l2 year, Of age, Half price.
July 25-d 4w.
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MoRE DEcErrIoS.-A correspondent of the
New York Express, writing from Washington,
says that there are no less than fre lives OF
Gen. Cass, calculated for different meridians
The democratic candidate is made to be " all
things to all men," He is for and against Free
Trade; the Wilmot Proviso the French Rev
olution; Internal Improvements, DC. lie is
said to have more lives than Cat, which has
nine. We guess they will be all used up il
the great political death which he is about to
suffer in November.
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hDARRlAGESu

On Tuesday, July ls, in Trinity Church, by
the Rev. Mr.. Brewer, DIR. r. p. Berry, to
Miss Mary Ann, Sd daughter of the late MIR.
William Thurston, of this town.
In Smithfeld 18th inst, by Elder Phillips,
Mr.. George II. Hartwell, of fitchburg, Mass
to Miss Mary +. Cozzens, of Smithfeld, II. l..
In Morris county, n. j., on the Nth inst,
by the Rev. Garrett Vanhorne, Mr.. James L.
Conklin, of New Jersey, and Miss Sarah Eliz-
abeth Reed daughter of Isaac Reed, of this
town.
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The CAprIvEs OF THE PEARL.-Gracc Rus
sell and Ellen Madison, two of the slaves who
were recaptured some time ago, after an at
tempt to escape from Washington, have been
ransomed from slavery, by contributions chief
Iv raised in New York and Massachusetts,.
The amount expended was nearly fourteen
hundred dollars. Grace is in New York, with
her mother, and Ellen in the vicinity OF Dos
ton.
Measures are in progress for the ransom OF
two other girls, Mary and Emily Edmeston'
who have been sold and sent to New Orleans.