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Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

PAcrFrc RAILROAD. = Mr.. Asa Whitney, well
known the protector of a railroad scheme across
this continent, addressed large meeting. principal
y composed of distinguished citizens of other parts
Of the State, at Wesley chapel, on Tuesday evening
last. His address. illustrated by diagrams of the
different proposed rOuses listened to with much
interest," though il occupied than hour in de-
livery. The magnitude of the subject. and the vast
results to be achieved, had all the interest of
nance. Yet there was perhaps not person present,
who doubted the ultimate accomplishment of the
great work. which if ever completed will change the
condition Of the whole world. Of which the Mssis-
sPpi basin. will then be the centre Of radiation AT
the conclusion of the address. resolutions similar 10
those adopted at other places, were proposed by Mr.
Williamson Wright of Logansport. These resolu-
tions which were understood to endorse in general
terms, the project, and the route, of Mr.. Whitney,
were opposed by Messrs. VIM. Sheets and j. H.
Bradley, of this city, and supported by Mr. De-
frees of the Journal Mr.. Dumont Of Lawrenceburgh,
Hon. A. S. " bite of Lafayette, and Hon. E. MI.
Huntington. The real point at issue did not seem to
be any degree of opposition to the road itself, but
merely os to the propriety of endorsing Mr.. Whit
ney's scheme in preference to any other. And in
tie settlement of this question two grand points were
involved viz as to the prosecution of such work by
the general government, by individual enterprise.
As to these points, there appeared to be an almost
unanimous opinion in favor Of the latter, -to-wit
that the prosecution of the work by individual
prise would be far preferable for various reasons.
The unfortunate results of State system Of inter-
nal improvements seemed to be wildly before the
mind of almost every person present; and the idea
Of surrey biu, to be passed by Congress. possessed
a tasmanic sound; warning them of similar aci
which the entering wedge of our State Debt.
For reasons of this character, which citizens
every where can appreciate, the resolutions were
passed a late hour, after long debate hardly
single person having left the meeting till the resou-
tions were passed Mr.. Whitney was of course much
grati6ed at the result
Perhaps we may be permitted TO state. for the
qualification of readers at distance. with.
out meaning to commit ourselves pro in hi.
favor. that Mr.. Whitney in his personal appearance
almost exactly resembles NAPOLEON BoNAPARTE, as
the latter parsonage is pictured in statuary and paint
ing. We remarked this to others, who instantly
agreed with US, but who hoped and believed, as we
do, that if Mr.. w. shall convince Congress of the
superiority of his scheme, that he will be, as he
DESTROYS Of being, the Napoleon Of Peace. al
Bonsparte the Napoleon of War. At any rate
we take the liberty of designating Mr.. Whitney, the
Rail Road Napoleon, whatever Congress may cboos.
to say or do upon the subject
We shall hereafter endeavor to give reader
some better information relative to this very impor
.ant subject.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

G1-It will be seen by the following that Col Nave
of Hendricks county, has left the wings He was for
several years of their active leaders. We ina
CINE that his example will be followed by many others
To the Editor of the DanpiAe Advertiser:
SIR--Having acted with the Wing party in this
State since the year 1899, and party with whom l
have been proud to act until since the election
Of Gen. Taylor to the Presidency; but owing to his
faitessness in not redeeming his pledges made to the
American people. previous his election; and owing
to The fact that the party claim E. w. McGaughey
as being Wing. after his anti-war and anti-supply
speeches in Congress and elsewhere, and because of
many other hereses advocated by the pariy.-l there
fore, have abandoned the party, aud am henceforth
Democrat dyed in the DOL. 4 am yours. &c.
Danyille, Nov 10, 1849. G. c. NAVE.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06
Published every Thursday. ]

DEATH OF Coz. THOMAS II. BLAKE.-Co Thomas
H. Blake, well known citizen Of Indiana, died at
Cincinnati. Tuesday last of infammatory rbeuma-
tism. Mr.. Blake was one of the Trustees of the w.
& E. Canal. which responsible place he had held
since the adjustment of the State Debt under the
.'Butler BILL" He was the Commissioner of the
General Land Office under President Tyler. and
representative in Congress from this State in 1879
Mr.. Blake enjoyed the confidence Of all who knew
him as man Of honor and integrity His decease is
public loss, especially to the community Of Terre
Haute, of which place he had for many years been
distinguished citizen. We participate in the regret
melancholy. event.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

n stranger by the name Of John Reed, called at
the house of Mr.. z. Tate near this place, for the
purpose Of warming himself, appearing to be suf-
fering greatly from cold after getting his feet warm
he became very sick to be unable to get away.
Medical aid was called, but was Of no avail. he suf-
fered greatly until Wednesday last, at which time he
died. He lrishman by birth tweniy-nine
years of age, and said he had brother residing at
No. % Prince Street N York, sister in New Or
leans, and an uncle in ST. Louis. He had no means
to deray the expenses of his sickness funeral, but
was well taken of and all done which could be
done for him.-Paoi Battery, 17h.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

WIvEs.-"Wives should know that no beauty has
any charms but the inward one of the mind and that
gracefulness in their manner is more engaging than
that of their person that modes,y and meekness
the true and lasting oruamenis for she who has these
is qualified as she ought TO be, for the management
of family, for the education of children, for the az
lection of her husband, and submitting prudent
way of living. These, only, are charms that render
wives amiabe and give them the best title our re-
spect."
Wives should know that the inward beauty of the
mind ought TO reflect itself in the outward form.
Where there Is inattention the body, we suspect
some marked imperfecton in the spirit. No outward
attraction will make amends for inward repulson no
inward beauty could reconcile us to a satternly or
uncean person. There attentions 10 the body
which cannot be neglected without repelling 1--we.
While woman is Beauty embodied, she should see to
IL, that the medium through which lhe Inward Grace
shines be kept clear and transparent. A good wife
will reject all these one-sded paxims which overlook
the corporea and inculcate exclusive attention the
spiritual. What God has joined together, let nut man
put asunder Body and Spirit in this life nsepa-
rable, and wise will seek TO beautify both.
God, the alpervading spirit, negects not the out
ward this visible world is oil beautiful. "Behod
the lilies Of the field they toll not nnr do they spin
yet Solomon in all his glory not arrayed like one
Of these" Surely, the outward which He bestows
so much attention cannot be unworthy of ours.-Na-
tinnal Era.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

MELANCHOLY Accidental very serious and mel
anchoy accident occurred at Orleans few days since,
by which we have lost one of our most valued citi-
zens. Col. Henry H. Webb. We understand he was
engaged in waIling well with hand above letting
down the stone to him in bucket, when by some &C.
cden large stone fell on his head and fractured his
skull. He lived until Thursday last. at which time he
expired. Col. Webb was old and respectable cti-
of this county; and his loss will be severely Eel.
in the community Of which he a member.-Paohi
Battery.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

IMPORTANT DEcIsoN.-We understand that the
Supreme Court has reversed the decisions of the Com
missioner and of the Lafayette Court of c. Pleas, in
the case of Beard v. The State, involving claim for
damages growing out of contract thekspublic
works. The commissioner allowed some $4,000 the
Court Of C. Pleas. on appeal. some l4000.--the Su-
preme Court nothing, being much saved to the
State Treasury. We understand that Beard was cute
enough to sell the Judgment in his favor to third
person, without recourse We are sorry for him.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

OrGreen corn. onions, "small (new) potatoes, -
pears, apples and pretty county girls have been album
dan in streets during the week. The first offered
at 200 per dozen ears. Onions. large ones, (such
California aune produce) 80 cents each. Pears
apples and "small potatoes" are terms synonymous
aud should not be taken at this season. Each one o
the back-eyed senoritas may be aniss but in
clined TO doubt it.
This is what the Alta California newspaper, (of the
9th Of Sepiember) would call price-current. we sup.
pose.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

CTAt the last term of The Putnam Circuit Court,
a Judgment of $500 was obtained against w. S.
Townsend, county clerk, as damages for issuing a
marriage license to male minor. According to a
writer in the Greencaste Sentinel, the case a
very singular one. The suit not brought
until tsOo gears after the marriage; the wedding took
place at the plaintiffs house, while he at
home, and apparently with his full consent II
these statements be true. the verdict needs explann-
tion Juries are remarkably facetinus sometimes
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

GAs.Chicapo and Milwaukee are about to erect
gas works. indianapolis Sentinel.
The citizens Of Indiana POLLS are already supplied
with gas. As long Chapman remains with them,
their rorks will be in full blasi-Bedford Standard.
This hind Of Cos gives light. to all and We hope
shall be bright and shining ones, until our s0orks
wear out
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

FLoeGlNG TN THE NAvY.-Com. Stewart, in a let
ter addressed to Barnabas Bates, ESQ, Of New York.
expresses his conviction that the naval service is so
"wholely and completely aristocrac That it has not.
under monarchy, it's equal in existence" But
he attributes portion Of this blame to the law regu-
lating the SERVICE which leaves no discretion to the
officers as to the mode of punishment, but requires
whipping in all cases. He expresses the hope that
Congress will DO something at its next session to-
wards a reform of this system.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

DEATH IN WEIL--The Syracuse IN. " Journal
states that The 9th ns James Lard descended into
well TO get bucket that bad become detached from the
rope. His long absence exciting fears. James Weston
tempted to go down. bot ordered the who had
charge Of the rope to haul him up He up. hardly
able to get his breathe aud Lard afterwards drawn up
dead.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

0rMrs. Frances Ann Kemble, who recently gave
a single "Shskspearian Reading" before the Merean-
tile Library Company Of Baltmore. refused all COM
pensatun tor it; and declares furthermore that she
will receive money in any State where slavery is
tolerated. She is now at Cincinnati.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

SARsAPARrLLA.-If any body wants first rate and
Pure decoction of sarsaparila. call on DR.. Merrill
of this city. He has an excellent steam apparatus
for the purpose aud if there be any virtue in the
iicle,-and we think there is.-it can certainly be
found in the Doctors steam decoction, at half the
price of the common nostrums called sarsaparilla.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

MAGNETIC TELEeRAPH CAsE.-The long pending suit
between Professor s. f. b. Morse and others and Henry
ORey and Others in which is involved the plaintiffs pa.
tent right to the exclusive Of the magnetic telegraph
decided in the United States Circuit Court Frank
fort, KY Judge Monroe presiding, in favor of the plain
tfs, the Court granting Prof Morse sn Injunction res
training the defendants from the further of the plain
ts patent for fourteen years An appeal aken and
the case, presume will go the Court in banc for na
decision.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

-It is stated that Benjamin Stanton, .exteusiveI.
known as the editor of the Free Labor Advocate ant
AnfiSavery Chronicle died las, week his residence
in Newport, Wayne county.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

F. L. TIT is related that a cousin of Mrs. Par
ngon purchasing at the dry goods store of an ''odd
fellow, observed that many Of his clerks wore breast
pins bearing those cabalistic letters, L. "Pray
Mr. James," said the lady, "what mean those letters
madam. replied the polite draper ''few lies told "
"Aba" responded the lady "this is just the store
want"
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

SPRINGFIELD, o.. Nov. GA heavy mail robbery
was discovered here this afternoon. It was perpera-
ted by young named Charles w. McWilliams,
who for some time last summer was engaged as mail
sgen, in the cars between this place and Sandusky.
$1,000 has been recovered. The young is under
arrest.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

WIG TRIUMPH.-The average vote cast for the
various wing ndidates for State offices in New York
at the late election is Dol 539-ihe average of the
locofUco candidates for the Offices is POI 1893
Thus showing that the popular vote Of the Empire
State is in favor of the whgs.-1Iadison Banner.
The N. Y. Erening Post of the 10th. gives the
aggregate msj"rties in all the counties of the State
the result of which is majority Of 100 in favor of
the democratic ticket in the State.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

ARRIvALs.-A host Of gentlemen, from all quar-
tiers of the State arrived during the present week.
and now I'll hotels and boarding houses to repe-
ton, preliminary to the opening of the General As
sembly Monday next. The weather is delightful
ly pleasant, and the health of the town is unusually
good Every body appears to be in good spirits and
good nature, aud it is to be hoped will continue
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

The local editor of the State Journal is trying to
break himself Of the "bad habit Of lying in bed till
breakfast time" II is certainly bad enough for these
"locals to lie oil day after getting up without lying
in bed I'LL breakfast time rans riAs journal.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06
INDIANAPOLIS. DECEMBER 6, Is4s.

JUICE CHAMBERLAIN CANDiDATE.-We have
a letter from the Hon. E. NJ. Chamberlain, dated
Goshen. Nov. .. in which he says
81 have recently seen my name spoken of in the
papers of the State, candidate for State Agent
~ am not candidate for that Office
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

6TTbe Hon. E. d. Owen is actively engaged in
scheme for plank road from Evansville to ST. Lou
is. 1t would be most valuable improvement-better
than railroad-and we hope MIR. O. may be success
fnl In bis efflrts
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

OrThe folks at Centreyille are now talking in
nest about building railroad from that place to Rich
mond, 50 connect with extension of the line
10 Dayton aud Cincinnati.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

The Boston ChronOtype thus disposes Of the of
Massachusetts, Whggery. about the of principle
Freesoies uniting with Democrats carry the election:
PoLTTIcAL HrPocRIsr.-The Freeso leaders in this
State, by combining deeat the Whigs have lost the
little respect in which they held when they stood
rayed in the spotess robe of PRIScIrLE-hg Election
eering Address.
1.-The spotiess robe Of PRINCIPLE" chi How long it
since these Wings who lately sold all their principles for
share in slsvehoding availability, have learnt honor
the spoess robe Of antslavery principei Did they
abuse fsconists and traitors every Freesoier who
boed because be couldn't swallow Taylor and his three
hundred sIaves' Are they the very gentlemen
of property and standing who sought nip this principle
OF humanity in the bud Of its Development by mobbing
little female ansavery prayer meetngi Are they the
very same eraceess reprobates who endesvored palm
upon the good people of Massachusetts the Garland Forge
T thereby seeking ovewhelm the honest and magnan
nous james g. Bney in everlasting disgrace! And did
not their Godike leader lose bet of 5000 in seeking
prop that very same orgcryl Are they not pledged to
sustain asaveholdng President who is well known be
exerting his influence this make California
slave STATED Pretty fellows they talk about he spot
less robe Of principle If that spoess why have
they never put it onl
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

OErTbe CentrevilIe Sentinel Of the 18th says
The health Of Dir. Julian. happy to say, has
somewhat improved the past week. Should il con-
tinue to improve il has for few days past he may
be able to set out for Washington sometime next
week.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

FRENCH ANTI-REPUBLicANIsM.-Maz Journal.
the Halia del Popolo is now excluded from France.
The French auihorisies viii not allow il TO cross
France for New York. He (MazzinD @ys in his
journal. "Let our formule be-0ne Master alone, God
-one law. progress-one interpreter Of the law, the
People"
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06
Railroad 70 the Pacific s.7eeting.

On the evening of the 9th insi according TO previous
notice. very large number Of gentlemen from various
portions of the State, Wesley Chapel in this city
On motion of Mr.. Defrees, (who called the meeting 10
order) Gov DUNNO was appointed Chairman.
On taking the chair, the Governor briefly notified the
meeting that the object assembling hear from
Mr. Asa WHTTsEY, his project and plan Of Railroad TO
the Pacific ocean.
On motion Of Mr.. J. p. Chapman, Judge FrScH was
appointed Secretary.
Mr.. WHrTsEY, being called upon by the meeting, in
clear and satisfactory stated his plan and
views nr the accomplishment of this work.
Alter Mr.. Whitney had taken his seat,
MIR. WILLIAMSON WRIeHT, of Iogansport, offered for
adoption the following preamble and resolutions:
WHEREAS, The construction Of a Railroad conneo
the Atlantic with the Pacific in a direct line across the
continent through territory, has become Of vi
tai importance. And Whereas, the plan Of Mr. ASA
WHITNEY, Of New York. for the construction OF such
communication, dsembarrasses the undertaking fiom
internal and constitutional objections, which otherwise
would impede and finally stop the progress of the work.
and is in opinion the only feasible plan by which
can hope for the successful accomplishment of this
great work, perhaps for ages TO come, therefore
Resolved THAT we highly approve the plan Of Mr.
Whitney for the construction of Railroad from Lake
Michigan or the Mississippi TO the Pacific ocean in
dyidual enterprise, from sale o the public lands him
for that purpose and we earnestly recommend its Rdop-
ton to Congress.
Resolved, That the Chairman and Secretary Of this
meeting be, and hereby requested, sign and
rait a copy of these resolutions each Of United
States Senators and Member of Congress from this dis
ct, who hereby requested give this great ma
tonal measure their prompt cooperation and support
ResotUed That the Editors Of the papers Of this city
and Of the State State generally, be requested pub
! sh these resolutions.
Which adopted by indicating the most de.
Ided and unmsakable approval Of Mr.. Whitneys plan
PARIS c. DUNNING, Chairman
f. M. FINCH, Secretary.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

OF The mirror is the title Of new paper, by
John H. Scott. just commenced at Rising Sun. Neu-
trial In politics, and respectable in appearances.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

DIFFERENCE OF TIME.-The Gazette, of Cincinnati,
has been furnished with the following table, of the
difference of time between Cincinnati and other prn-
clpa cities in the United States by Prof MITCHELL of
the Obserynfory
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06

MUnDEH.-A friend has furnished with the foowin
particulars of the death Of David Jones old and ssbss.
tisl farmer of this county.-IIp. Journal
MIR. Jones became enamoured of Mrs CantwelI, wife
OF of his tenants and had the sanction of the husband
to call upon her. At least be acquainted with the
fact Of Jones masking calls frequently upon his wife, And
for the last two years this has continued satisfactory all
parties and to make finishing stroke to these unlawful
proceedings, elopemen agreed upon, and the Ill
of Nov. the time selected carry their designs.
provso on her part. that he should take with him
$1,000. else she could undertake the journey which
no doubt he accomplished, he told his wife the 9th
that he had S300n And from that time he has not been
until the 18th, when his body found in the Grand
Prairie, lying in pond his body pierced in two or three
places. by the bullets from either piso! rifle. He was
found about three miles from the proposed place Of meet
ing between himself and Canwells wife; both of whom
have been taken in custody also two brothers of Cantwe
wife.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1849-12-06
JOHN J. s. LEE.

The TREASURY DEFIctr-A letter from New York
to the Ohio Statesman Gays:
have seldom seen the "monied circle" IN this city
more agitated thsn by the recent official announce
that there deficit of full fifteen millions in
the for the current year. Stocks OF all kinds
will of course fall in price on account of the fact.
causing a loss of millions TO present holders. This
prospective loss sufficient 10 account for The gloom
with which most persons interested in the commerce
of this city heard the No one here credits The
snblerfnge that the anticipated deficiency is the result
of heretofore unforeseen accounts growing out of The
Mexican war. The notorious incompeiency Of many.
of public funds of course and the notorious want of
character Of others, in themselves afford Palpabe
and plain reason for the defc-a reason too plain TO
be whistled away with the Mexican war excuse.
GREAT EMIGRATION OF SoUIRRELs.-It is stated in
some of the Kentucky papers, that the squirrels have
paid another visit TO that old commonwealth, and
traversing it in great numbers:
''In 1922 Kentucky was visited by thousands and
tens of thousands of these little quadrupeds, which
crossed the Ohio river and sieered due South They
were then little disposed TO turn fsr or dog.
Thousands killed by guns, stones, clubs, and
spears fastened 10 long reeds. In 1888 they made
another visit to this State. but in less numbers; they
course. Thousands were again killed by men, boys.
and dogs. The sport lost its interest," and the
unoendng hosts permitted TO pursue their way.
We learn that they now making third march
across the State"