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The Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn. Territory) 1849-1855, 1849-08-02
u. s. Court at Detroit

At the opening of the Court on the 18th
inst, Mr.. Norvell, the District Attorney, an
nounced the death of Mr.. Polk, in a short
and pertinent address, and concluded with q
motion for the adjournment of the Court.
Judge Mclean said in response:
"The Court have heard OF the deafh of
MIR. Polk with deep regret. Distinguished
by the suffrages Of his countrymen, he has
bad an important agency in pubic events for
the last four years. His acts belong to his
tory; but suddenly and unexpectedly, he has
been called to his account. What an inn
pressive lesson is this to all How trans
lent are worldly honors, and how light aud
worthless are they, when compared to our
eternal destiny. to-
Having filled the chief rpagistracy, Mr..
Polk belonged to the nation, and his loss, If,
proper sense, is national. <Sylupathizipg
with his friends, and especially with those
who feel the bereavement most sensibIy, we
direct the Court to he now adjourned, and
that these proceedings be entered upon our.
records
The Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn. Territory) 1849-1855, 1849-08-02
Elements Of a Thrifty Town.

In the State Of Mississippi there is a town
called Napoleon, which rejoces in a weekly
newspaper called the Pine Knot, whose edi-
tor, Parson Howe, lights up the small sphere
OF his editorial labors with genial hlaze of
humor, and now and then scintillation of
wit. Unlike other pine kn0ts, this one
makes more light than smoke, in fact il
makes light Of almost everything.--it gives
the following particulars Of the havings and
attractions of Napoleon.
"Although there surely is an exhaustless
fieid--an almost boundtess prospect-of rich
resources and profitable industry-before
aud around ns-we cannot at present, press
any lover of temperance, AMI lover of law
and order, any clever, sensible, I,ious sister
or brother in the actual enjoyment of peace,
|contentment and a cottage elsewhere. to .u,-
migrate hither. Society presents few charms
here, and there is no chance of profitable
employment to the poor industrial, nor Of
profitable investment to the man of small
means. A fatal feud distracrs society, so
that there is little or no kind, social inter-
course. We have no school, We have no
libraries, no lectures. We have-ss plenty
of good liquor" Our unfortunate town
therefore, is no place for poor man; no
place for nationally social man; no place
tor an intellectual man; no place for a tenn
perance man; no place for children. A
heaIthful public opinion; a moral and tenn
perance reform; au act of incorporation, and
saiutary and stringent corporation laws, for
the enforcement OF sebriety, and the preseE-
walton of peace and order; good school;
and the. immigration here Of wealthy fami-
lies, and their investment of capital in the
great staple resources here awaiting hut the
Midas touch of labor to be converted into
id;-these blessings must befall this place
and people, ere we can co,,scientiously and
truthfuily commend it as 4 Canaan or desir-
able abiding place for the saints.'s
The Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn. Territory) 1849-1855, 1849-08-02
Preserving Newspapers.

One of the many things which have to
regret, says a correspondent Of the British
Banner, when review my past life, is that
did not, from earliest youth, at least as
soon as was able to do it, take and pre-
serve some good newspaper. How inter-
estlng would it be now to a sexagenarian to
look into the papers which he read when he
was twelve, or sixteen, or twenty years old !!
How many events would this call to mind,
which he has entirely forgotten! How many
interesting associations and feelings would
1t revive! What view would II give of
past years! What knowledge would it
preserve by assisting the memory. And
how many valuable purposes of a literary
kind, even, might it be rendered subscryient
to-!
How much do wish. that could look iii-
to such a record, when composing this short
article! But newspapers are quite different
things now from what they were sixty or
even twenty years ago. They are unspcak-
ably more interesting and valuable; in this
respect, at least, { believe in many Others
these times are better than the former
Formerly the editors of newspapers were
obliged to strain their wits and exhaust their
means in order to obtain matter TO fill their
pages. Now the great difficulty is, to insert
ali:the valuable interesting materials that are
poured upon them from every part of the
world, and from every grade and phase of
society,". el - 4
Now, newspapers contain many of the
best thoughts Of the most highly gifted men,
OH the most nomentous subjects, and their
reports Of current events are among the most
reliable, and will furnish an inexhaustible
fund Of entertainment to the end Of life.-
Cleve. Plain Dealer.
The Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn. Territory) 1849-1855, 1849-08-02
Principles Change-Men Never.

We have been gratifed at the position ta-
ken of late, by the Hon. Thomas H. Benton,
upon the slavery question, for several rea-
sons. 1t exhibits the strong energy and
various resources of the man-ready to stand
up to his opinions and prepared to face the
effects, not merely Of his acts, but even Of
his Inconsistencies. II shows, to some ex-
tent, the dsintegration of the slavery union
of the South; and is one Of the strongest
signs of the times, in favor of the COM
mencement of abolition movements in the
slave States. We can admire Mr.. Benton.
His talents are worthy of admiration. His.
energy is a model for all, both young and
old. His industry is remarkable, and his
holiness not to be exceeded. With all his
failings, he is a MAK-thinking, feeling, do
ing, seeing, acting like MAN.-Ohio State
Jour,
The Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn. Territory) 1849-1855, 1849-08-02
\ Yoxs OF OXEN At ONE CHAw.-TKs

A Yoxs OF Oxen AT ONE CHAw.-TRe
Maine Farmer relates the following story OF,
a tobacco gourmand: -
Many years ago, Mr.. Miller, one OF the
early settlers of neighboring town, sold
yoke of oxen for $50, and received in pay.
ment $50 bill, which he carefully folded
up and put in bis, tobacco box for safe keep
ing. Mr.. Nj. was accustomed to make use
Of the eweed'' at any hour Of the day or
night, whenever he felt an inclination for it,.
The night following the sale Of the oxen he
sought his tobacco box, and finding con-
venient portion, he put it into his mouth,
and'not readily obtaining the full benefit ex-
pected, he chewed it most vigorously and
effectively, exclaiming as be did so, No
strength TO the tobacco; no strength to the
tobacco" When recoilecting the transac-
ton of the day, and the place where he de-
posted his treasure, be added, /" Ohio! a
yoke Of oxen gone at one chaw-at one
chawn'
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and character, can but confidently believe
that you will lead the way in all that is no.
BILE and good. Your commencement be-
speaks career alike honorable to yourself
and the community to whom you look for
encouragement and support. Garry out to
its fullest extent the whole stand you have
taken in the defence Of right, and yours.
sir, ma, he no small part to bear in the
great battle between truth and error, which
we firmly believe is soon to be waged on
western soil. In expressing these wishes,
feel that arm but saying what thousands
in The East would do if they could. The
better portion Of Eastern community think
alike in regard to events in the West, and
| trust you will -receive this as the express
sion, not of one heart merely, but of very
many others, who love the interests of our
Western country, and long to see her
coming up, to appreciate her high destiny
and possess her rich inheritance.
Fulton, Oswego co., N. Y. J.L.W.
Mn. EDIToR:-l obtained my information
Of your paper from the Home Missionary.
1t interested me deeply, sas the enclosed
shows. If you are like your brother edi-
tors, word of encouragement willno prove
unacceptable, and such trust, this may he
to you, though coming from a strange hand.
Sir, ] very much hope you will prosper and
be an instrument of good. shall hope to
see notices of the Pioneer again.
Very respectfully,
j.. LUCELlA WRIGHT.
The Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn. Territory) 1849-1855, 1849-08-02

90 In anumber of the Bellows Falls Adj
vertiser, bearing date Dec. 7th, 1928, we
find the following advertisement:
SLUMAN ELY, Blacksmith, informs
those Of his worthy customers who are in
debted to him, that he must either Llop up
and fail for scant Of stock, and he complete
iy upset, or be under the disagreable neces-
sity of hauling them ouer the Goals, hammer
and tongs, unless they come forward and
down with the rhino, right upon the onril.
So down with your cash
And settle the hash
Asquick as fash, If you please;
For if you delay
The dps to pay,
As well as the lawyers fees
DrewsviIle. Nov. 9, 1918. Boston Post.
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~ The New York authorities have ten
dered the freedom of. the city to Father'
Matthew on bis arrival. With this the N.
Y. Evening Post finds fault, and we think
properly. If the authorities may DO th's,
theh there is no limit to the taxation which
may be imposed on the people for such pur-
poses. rs.s6
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STORE TEA.-A countryman, not particu-
larIy well acquainted with the various
names and qualities Of the China herb, was
taking his breakfast at hotel in 81. Louis,
lately, when be called Upon the waiter for
cup Of tea.
''What kind Of tea will you have, sir!
asked the waiter.
"Why tea!-give me cup of tca," said
the waiter.
eyes, sir-but what kind Of tea!"
"Store tea; confodnd ye!' responded the
countryman in tone that told he was lit
tie savage; edo you think 1 want to drink
sassafras when come to town!"
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book.xva published in
England during the protectorate of Crom-
well, with the following title: /" Eggs of
Charity, laid by the chickens Of the Convent,
and boiled by the water Of divine Grace;
take We and cal. -
The Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn. Territory) 1849-1855, 1849-08-02

n5- St. Louis has spopuiation of seven.
ty-fiye thousand inhsbiiants.
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Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1849-05-11
rncrcasE.e Exefte..sect:!

Buildings Burned, : ,-The Hillary called
elst-I'Jco men shot t!-Go!liSton expected
bettceen TIE BOB and Military.
MoSTREAL, April 27-7 p. u.
The HoRse of Assembly met yesterday in
the Hall CT the Bousecourse Market. There
IS = fGll muster Of members in the city.
There was good deal Of excitement in the
city yesterday. At O'Clock P. II. a mob was
raised. On passing the French square, they
made an attack on the Pilot office, and smash
ed the windows. They then proceeded to
Gever Hall Terrace, and battered in the win
dows Of 1lessTs. Hincks, Wilson. { Holmes
SIR. Lafontaine's house was next visited.
ahere they fred the stables and DESTROYED
seine valuable furniture II tie house
On the arrival Of the troops the mob dis
Persed. Il IS rumoTed that some further ar
rests were made this morning.
II public meeting, held at the Champ De
4laTs last evening, the following resolutions
were adopted-moved By Thomas Noulson.
seconded by Samuel Scott:
Resolved, Thas this meeting view with ex-
IRENE regret and pain, the present state of ex-
cltement OF the public mind, and the recent
destruction OF public and private property in
| the CITY, and pledges itself 10 maintain the
public order by all means in its power.
Alr. Baldwin moved the appointment Of .
committee to ascertain what business pending
Ia the House had been DESTROYED by the late
ire and to consider what course i might be
proper 70 take with respect 10 such business.
Slr. VICAR seconded the motion. A stormy
debate ensued, and the motion was eventually
carried.
The principal speakers were Mess-s. ne
nab, Merritt, Kinks, CaPine2u, Wilson,
Blake, Baldwin, and Gugy.
Sir A. 4cNab then gave notice Of mo-
r--t- 4f.-,l 4 D a.
ETst charge Of the sum voted to be paid out
of the rebellion losses
The House then adjourned until P. NJ,
when they assembled and Immediately ad-
journed.
In the Legislative Council yesterday. a
committee CT FIVE members were appointed
to enquire into the various stages of the sey-
eTal bills destroyed by the late fire.
Moved by Thomas Moulson, and seconded
by Thomas Kay, and resolved that the assent
Of the Governor General to the bill for the
payment Of the rebellion losses. IN the opin-
ION Of this meeting could, although il cannot
Justify the recent manifestation Of the popu-
lar feeling.
Moved by Robt. Abram, seconded by Hen
" Chapman.
Resolved, That while we have to complain
OF His EIcellency's having allowed his ad-
vlsers, and the influence of his government
to Introduce the bill in question: We have
IN addition to complain that he has violated a
fundamental law Of our Provincial Constitu-
ton, By disobeying the Royal instructions to
reserve all bills Of an unusual character.
Moved by Mr. Murray, Esq, seconded by
Jas. Gordon, Esq.
Resolved, That the Gov. General having
been addressed in a constitutional manner by
the British inhabitants of the Province to
withhold his assent from the said bin, and
these prayers so expressed having been treat
ed with Indifference by him, II is our dutv to
petition the Queen to dissolve the bill, and
recall the Governor.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1849-05-11

DEATH or Z. T. BA.-LEY.--I3y letter,
dated Missouri River, April 10, 1919, we are
aPPIsed OF the melancholy intelligence Of the
death Of our friend and co-labcTer. Mr. E..
FISHER BAYLEY. Mr. Bayley died ON
board the steamboat Sacramento. IS miles
above St. Charles, Mo, Of cholera. 1t has
seldom been cur lot TO record an incident
which has so completely unnamed Us as this.
iut few weeks since, 1Ir. Bayiey was
among Us, enjoying his accustomed health,
and flushed with the excita.nonts Of q trip 20
the Sold Regions. The ba0yart anlicipations
Ct youth seemed to preclude the possibility
St any sudden calamity; bat, while his ar
::fcIpatloas were brightest, ne is suddenly cut
*soF'n by that relentless destroyer, Cholera
olatfsUtHe Gn3crica1.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1849-05-11

A LoAFER's TRIr TO CALIFoavlA-SuFFEn-
l,9G IT THE CoAsrING.-A cores
pondent Of the n. 0. Delta, writing from
Acapulco, March Goth, notices the arrival Of
the Steamship California at that port and says:
a loafer passed here on the California. who
managed 10 get from New YORK to Chaqres
tFI-hout paying cent, then walked across
ne isthmus without paying a cent. and bv.
lthe connivance of a fireman on the California.
slowed himself away among The machinery,
ana Is hen the steamer was three DAYS out
made his appearance on the deck. This skill
igl loater attracting the notice of Captain
Marshall, he instituted an inquiry, and caused
the fireman who had connived at the loafer's
scheme TO be put n irons. Whereupon all
hands struck and refused 20 work, being see
ended In party by the passengers.
All accounts concur that thousands Of per
sons IN the vicinity Of the placer have died
from starvation and cold during the past win
teT.-i4ast night four men set Ont from this
port IN a small whale beat Intending to coast
It ali the way 60 California, and on their ar
rival to run their beat between san Francisco
and the geld regions, fer the use Of passea-
gers. The crew consists Of two Yankees. q
SpanIard, and an English saHori I wish
them successful trip, bat fear they viii
nave TO return n distress.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1849-05-11

The Dead Coming to Life.--A correspon-
dent Of the Tribune writes from Knowlsville,
Orleans county, n. Y, March goth, as fol
lows:
GA young woman CT this place, named
Spencer, was taken slightly Ill few even.
ings since. She went TO bed, and the next
morning was found insensible and supposed
to be dead. Her funeral took place yesterday
in the presence of large number of the neigh
bors. Shortly after the conclusion Of the fu-
neral sermon, and before the coffin had been
removed for the purpose Of carrying It to the
grave, 1t was discovered that life was not en-
tlrely extinct. She was once more placed on
her bed and the work of resuscitation com
menced. Its, however, still doubtful whetL-
er she will recover or not
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1849-05-11

We understand that young man in the
employ OF DIR. Luning, of this cuy, was on
the 9th nit. robbed Of one thousand dollars
while coming from Cedarburg. aud about SIX
mics from this city. The young man stoi :
ped IN the woods for 4 few moments. when
two men came up behind min. aud Que Of them
struck him a blow on the head, which pros
trated him senselsss on the ground. They
then took ms money, and made their escape.
An intelligent correspondent furnishes as
with the following additional particulars.
Hishaozy Robbery " esterclay about noon
bold anu daring robbery was committed on
the road II Grafton. bar. Orlf, foreman eli
Aoonal-' 5 Nnss. leit home IN company with
a driver. They proceeded on within SIX
miles of our city, when Mr. OFF aGghted re-
guessing the driver 10 80 ahead, ard he would
JOIN him ii a few minutes. The driver con
tinued on for mile or so, when lie conciu-
ded he would stop and aait his coming. In
tie mean while q team containing three per-
sous came along, and discovered Nr. O.IrN.
ing within few rods Of The road. One OF
the persons from the wagon approached him.
and endeavored TO wake him surprising him
asleep; however on examination lie saw that
ne was insensible. Soon after ne was resus
ltated, he SAID on being inteTrogated In regard
to MS situation. that BE had been attacked bv
two persons with club, receiving blow on
the head. He has lost about 81 GOO in cash.
and gold watch valued at about $50. He
was brought to little tavern, within four
miles OF cur city, where he IS receiving medi-
cal treatment. Ee is recovering slowly
1. he perpetrators of this bold assassination are
pursued, and we trust for the character Of cur
city and State, chat they win not 90 unpuu-
ished. By those who know him M. D. IS
spoken OF as a young man of exemplary char
acter, and excellent business habits.-EffL
WEsc0315ia.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1849-05-11
TEMPERANCE LECTURE.

GEN. RILEY win deliver another Temperance
Lecture IN this place on Friday Evening. Hay
18th, a general attendance is solicited
Near customs an The TVest.--The Cleveland
Lrue democrat says that on Monday, the 9th
of April, funeral took place in that city. and
the coffin was carried by young women, dress
ed IN white. The men were in the rear ofthe
procession.
As'g York Legislzfure.-T' Legislature Of
New y ork adjourned sine de on "Wednesday
afternoon, after session of 100 DAYS. On
ring the period Of its existence, about asa
acts have become laws-a larger number than
at any previous session.
4 gears Ilanaigrafioa.-In the wear ending
on the lstof April, 1910, there landed Il the
port OF New York, 254,G3G imui grants.
Peoria IS now. remarkably free rom 6-saasa
notwithstanding the horrible reptrts Of cboIe-
n, erysiPelas, black tongue and small poz.
which are circulated with SO much Industry
IN the surrounding country e,,ria Reg.
Mr.. De Witt, Of the firm ofDe Witt &, Co.
arrived q, IN New ork on Monday week, from
San francisco, with $4,000 in gold dust from
the mines.
paA5abLe D9cUment.-We are indebted to
Hon K. IL. Young. Commissioner ofthe Cen
eral Land Office, for copy of his annual re-
port tor 1913, accompanied By an appendix.
exhibiting the'dispOsitiou Of Jte Publiclanjs
tor all purposes from the conn encement Of
the Land system up to January Isl 1870 -
|itn much other useful Information.
Iennessee.-The Wing Convention have
given Neil s. Brown ur5nir7o-,z n2r,i,.;.-
for reelection 70 the Office Of Gov. Of Tennes-
see.
Surosyor Gere-aL-s!a.. n. Lewis CLARK
has received the aPpointnanto of Surveyor Gen.
OF missouri and Illinois. It is not understood
when ne viii enter upon tie duties Of his Of
fee.
Steamboat E@p7oston.--- loss or Ers.-The
Steamboat Virginia, while on her way -
Steubenvlile, on the goth ult.. about twelve
miles above wheeling burst her boiler neara
place called Rush run. Three persons whose
names have not heard, we're Instantly killed
BY the disaster. while Thirteen are MISSING.
and twelve badly wounded. It was most
fearful explosion. The beat is perfect wreck.
Itwont do when in hurry. to e.. SOM
with tEo-prongsd fork, or try to catch flies
with fish hook.
1t wont DO for man to bump his head g.
gainst stone post unless he conScien,io.,sl,
believes that his head is the hardest.
aGorals al Tsras.-A Galveston 7a7ar 10
Pfeca'ing the number Of divorces granted ~
tae recent session of the Legislature of lev
as says IN that State the marriage contract j.
nor as binding as horse trade.
Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1849-05-11

7 ,fe following intelligence is reported By a
late,steamer. It certainly shows an exuordi-
mar, state Of things. It can scarcely be real
.Ize! in our republican country, that Nicholas
haa'.issued such an ukase. L IS as desDoeic
IS .ny ediet ever issued by Genghis Khan:
: !The Emperor Of Russia has issued an
uk#-se to all the official departments, inform
ing. them that in the year l849 they are not to
lrli'ent any petitions whatever for an increase
81 .alary, or pecuniaTy assistance of any kind.
kbesause the country viii require extraordinary
pc .uulary resources for the consolidation OF
ING whole army. Whoever acts contrary to
, Ii 5 ukase IS. TO be subjected to severe pun
tslsmeat. This ukase IS one of immense
nsortance at this moment, for a prohibi-
;tipl OF the kind has not been known in
+ thy memory Of man. and clearly indicates that
C%ar has very extensive projects, for the car
ry*cg cut Of which he IS reserving his fnan-
-Ces'
I'his is supposed 10 be done in order 70 in
crsase the resources of the empire, by sus-
peasion Of the payment Of Government debts
Whether Nicholas IS bent on the conquest of
I@rkey, or the Sclavonian provinces Of Aus
Tta-a few weeks viii show. His attitude
naturally eXcites alarm, for Russia IS, without
a doubt, the most powerful monarchy in the
world. An attack on Turkey might not cause
a general war, but an invading army CT Rus
Sims, In Italy assuredly would. France
would assist Italy, and gradually al Europe
would become involved.