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The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
The BLACK sheer.

From the following paragraph taken from
the Republican, one Of the Democratic or
gans here, it will be perceived thatMaj. Rob
inson receives but little sympathy aud much
less support in certain quarters, where as
staunch Democrat he might very reasonably
have expected good will. 1t appears that
even Democracy can blush at some things,
and it was upon this suppostion that some
time ago we made up our mind that Democ-
racy would become ashamed of the Major
1t is now laboring zealously to get rid ofhim,
but we doubt the result. The Republican
denied while back there was any disafiec
ton in the party. We think that il the evil
dences of this dsafection are not sufficiently
paIpable now, they will be so abo1t the time
one wing is seen following the MAJOR in Oppo-
stion to the regular nominees of the party
But here is the Majors reception as candi-
date:
/ A L. RoBINsoN.-The gentleman whose
name heads this article, we understand has
after many opportunities, consented TO become
Ia candidate for the Convention in this Sena
torial district, in opposition to Judge Lock
hart. the regular nominee of the Democratic
party. Robinson will be supported by the
Abolitionsts, Dsorganizersan Native Amer
leans. We hope he will have a good time 0
lit!
P. S:-Since the above was put in type
the Major sent in his announcement for pub
LEGATION. The people will no doubt, have
glimpse at his luminous phiz, before long
I Look out Democrats, the wolf is on you
trail.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

The CENSUS OF 1850. The Washington
Republic gives in detail the particulars of the
several schedules of questions 10 be asked Of
every individual by the census t,kers and
closes withe these lust observations as to their
duties and the duties of the people ut large {:
We would here remark. that upon the cen
sus office, and upon all its agents, delicate
and Important duty rests; and that while
great prudence, caution, and circumspection
will necessarily be observed by them, they
still cannot wholly perform all that is requIr-
ed of them without the cooperation Of their
felow-ritizens throughout The Republic. To
every homestead, to every place Of business
and labor and TO every field, the agents of
this office should receive Il kind welcome. and
it should by the earnest desire Of every one
to itnpart to them all the information in his
possession. 1t is the happiness the prosper
tv the welfare OF the millions that our Gov
ernment seeks 10 promote; and the knowl-
edge now to be attained Is essential TO the in
telligcnt legislation Of Congress upon subjects
nearest 10 the interests of The masses Of the
people. Let there be, therefore, entire har-
mony and concert of action, and let our fell
ow-citizens in every region of our wide do
main vie with each other in giving the requi-
site aid and information 10 those who may
visit them upon this mission.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

STRENGTH OF THE SWORD FlsH.-Anoth-
er illustration Of the well known power aud
agility ofthe sword fish, the formidable enemy
OF the whale. was discovered by the workmen
engaged in repairing the brig Leonidas,
whaler. at this port, a day or two since. La
searching Tor the cause Of il leak which had
occurred during her last voyage. it was found
that the side of'lhe vessel had been penetra-
ted quite through, including lie copper
sheathIng and two thickncsses of solid oak
plank not less than five inches, by the sword
OF one of these fish. The sword was about
twelve inches in length, and lad produced IA
seam by splitting the plank at It's entrance
1t was broken of smoothly al the side Of the
vessel Nete Bedford JMrcury
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

Do not forget that the Ladies' Tea Party
and Fair commences tomorrow evening, and
will be continued during the day and evening
following. 1t is to be held, as will be seen
by notice, at Mr.. Shanklin's building, corner
Water and Locust streets. Rvery prepare
ton is being made to make this one of the
most pleasant parties to visitors that has yet
been held In the city. But we need only to
say to young men, that the ladies anticipate
their presence, and indeed have issued their
royal edIct commanding their presence. So,
if there be any gallantry or obedience about
them, they will be on hand, with their pockets
full of-dimc8. And as for the elder folks,
they will of course encourage the " better
halves, " and those who will doubtless some
day be better halves. in an enterprise of so
laudabe nature. Let them then have a
full house and good customers. The supper
will be elegant, and the articles for sale beau
tiful as we'll as useful. So no more need be
said.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

Burial MURDER.-By Tuesdays Louis
vile papers, we learn man named VIM.
Keats murdered his wife in shocking man
ner, by cleaving open her head with an axe,
and inficting a terrible cash in her throat
He then fled leaving two children. The Cour-
Ter says;
His wife was of mixed blood, being part
Indian. She had ii brother who visited the
house, with whom Keats had quarrelled fire.
quenlly, and quite recently he had stabbed
hun tWa or three times with knife. Vari
Gus rumors are in circulation in regard TO the
causes that led to the murder; one Of which i.
of d very revolving nature. Keats formerly
resided in Hardin county, and it is said they
quarreled because she would not return there
with him.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
THE LATEST DsscovERv.-The following

THE LATEST DgscovERV.-Thefo following
remarkable paragraph appeared as an editc-
rial in last Saturdays Republican. 1t will
certainly astonish our business men to learn
that trade is livelier now than it has been
any time this Spring; and we acknowledge
some surprise, located as we are at the wharf,
at the discovery made by the Republican
men of the large receipts and shipments at
this particular time. This sounds like the
celebrated Market Reports" of that pa
per:
CFThe trade of Evansville is, perhaps,
livelier now thanit has been at any previous
time this spring. Farmers and merchants
are busy buying and selling, and the wharf
gives unmistakeable signs of large receipts
and shipments, from and to other ports.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

GIVE YOUR CHILDREN SOMETHING TO DO.
The habits OF children prove that occupa-
ton is of necessity with most of them they
love to be busy about something however
trhing. still more to be uselully employed /;
with some it is a strongly developed physical
necessity, and, if not turned to good account,
will be productive of positive evil thus YER
flying the old adage, that idIeness Is the
mother ofmischief Children should be en-
Outraged, or if indoIentIy disinclned to it,
should be disciplined into performing for
themselves every little Office relative to their
dress which they are capable of performing
they should also keep their own clothes and
other possessions in neat order, and fetch for
themselves whatever they want; in short,
they should learn to be as independent of the
services Of others MS possible; there Is no rank
however exalted in which such system
would not prove beneficial, and it is especially
important TO those whose time is their prop
erty.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
H1Nrs TO FARMERs.-The turner's life is

Hints TO FARMERs.-The farmers life is
stunned by many because it seems one of
mindless drudgery. 1t ought not t. be So
flour farmers would study and reflect more,
they might do less hard Labor. and yet ac-
complish more in the course OF a year. Ten
hours work in summer and eight in winter,
ought, with good management, TO give any
man a good living. He who works so hard
that he cannot read or reflect after the labOrs
of the day are over, because Of fatigue, does
not plan wisely. Let no man shun work
when work ul1 be done; delve, delve for
ever is not the end of Mans life. The far
mer's evenings should be devoted to mental
acquisition and rational enjoyments. To sup
and tumble into bed is hogs fashion, and
highly injurious TO health. But let the far
mer have Gbout the choicest works ofhis own
auxiliary avocations; let these form the sub
/ iect of study and conversant on at least two
evenings in week, while the newspapers,
the newest and oldest volume each having
/ their allotted seasons. Two or three dollars
contributed by each family in neighbor-
4 hood or school district would 90 a great way
/ in the purchase Of standard books ut modern
prices. These are but hints which each rea-
der will modify as his judgement shall sug-
/ gest. plead only for the essential thing Of
making home pleasant, and lis hours OF re-
taxation hours Of instruction Also H. Gree
! iy.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
"Fourth of July p entertainment,

The LADIES of the "Om Presbyterian Church
would respectfully announce tAat they propose n
public Entertainment oa the coming Roarah of
July. Hoping Thar It nay eGntrihute not only
to the. pleasure of those waG. wish TO ceIebrate.
this Anniversary, bat Also to The Peeuniary bene-
fit Of the Chugch--every exeYion will be made to-,
secure all The delicaeies of The season. A few
fancy articles wilhaso,be offered iof sale at the
same time. The Eie RIA aane af VIII open at Mr.,
MiteheIl's new store, corner of Main and Mater,
on Il evening Of the Bid At half past !. During,
the 4th from 10 O'Clock in the morning through
he day and evening Ladies will be in attend
anee, VINO viii be haPegtos wait on those who,
NAV favor them, with their presence.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
Total 70 157 532 4I085

The above statements are for the Districts.
not the towns named. 1t should he recolIect-
ed in this statement, that i'll most of these
places ship building is a recent thing. Not
withsfanding that, of all the steamers built
in the United States, about Hree-foHrthS are
built on the shores Of the Lakes and Rivers
of the West.
OF the total Tonnage built in the United
Sta es about OFT fifth and ofthe whole nun
Der of vessels about one SereHth.
The Tonnage built in the single District Of
Cincinnati is exceeded by seven places in the
United States, viz: Bath, Portland, Waldo
borough, Boston, New York, Philadelphia.
and Baltimore.
The Tonnage Guj in the Cincinnati Dis
trict exceeds ihat Of Virginia. North Carroll
ma, South Carolina Georgia FLORIDA and Al
ALBANIA, having twelve hundred miles Of At
Iantic Sea Coast That the business of nav
igati IA and Ship building will increase in the
West rapidly, there can he no dout; because
the produce of the West for export and
transportation also increases immensely
The interior Commerce by Railroads will
take off vast quantities of the lreights, which
might have gone by steamboats,. Still there
will be enough. Teeming millions cover the
soil, making new branches of business, open
ing new fields and giving new impulses 10
tie Physical Energy Of the Western World
Gin. Chronicle.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

VOICE OF THE GOLD GUARD. Lancaster
county, Pa, is the banner Wing county OF
the Union. convention was held on the
9Th at which the following resolutions were
adopted;
Resolrcd, That in Zachary Taylor, rs
Chief Magistrate ofthe nation. we have been
most fully justified in our every proper anic-
patton. That he has amply verified every
romise made, none may deny. In his hon
esty, integrity. and patriotism we have en-
tire confidence.
Resoired, That, as PennsyIvanians, we
feel a deep sense of gratitude to the Chief
Magistrate OF the nation for the solicitude in
behalf fthe industrial interests OF Pennsyl-
vania and the nation generally and his ear
nest recommendation to Congress TO afford
them a just protection; and we still look TO
the present Congress to do speedy justice TO
those already long suffering interests, and
give that protection to industry so urgently
demanded.
ResoIred. That the WHY'S of the Union
having succeeded III clecling Zachary Tay-
Tor, and placing him in the Presidential chair
it is the duty not only oil the Wing party. but
Of all its representatives, to support his nom
inations. and sustain the measures of his adj
ministrat;on.
Upon this the Albany Evening Journal
Justly remarks that no administration ever
deserved more cordial support from its par
ty than that of which Gen. Taylor is the
head. The old chiefs a true man and a
sterling Wing. All his acts justify the con-
fdence reposed in him by the people of the
Union. He has done nothing, from the first
9 aI. tI,. LII,
to weaken that confidence. He is as wise as
he Is pure, and as firm as he is patriotic. He
is just the man for the crisis, and the Wings
of Lancaster compliment themselves in com
pIImentng the President.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
VIZ. GAYS Compromise.

BALTIMoRR, Saturday, June pa large
MEETING was held in Monument square, Of
persons in favor of Mr.. Clay's Compromise.
The square was decorated with flags and
bands Of music were playing. Great enthu-
siasm prevailed. Thomas Swan was Presi-
dent Of the meeting, and there were forty five
Vice Presidents. The resolutions were adop-
ted with enthusiasm. The immediate pas
sage of the Compromise is demanded by
every considerations of patriotism. The meet
ing express their gratitude to Mr.. Clay. and
say the bill is calculated to allay strife and
preserve the peace ofthe country. Eloquent
addresses were made by Judge Legrand,
Charles H. Pitts, and others.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
Rights of the Press.

Judge Campbell, Of the Supreme Court of
New York, decided lately that newspaper,
which, shall publish the proceedings that &C
cur on any trial in Police Court, is respon-
sible not merely for the truth of the alleged
circumstances, but for the truth of the COM
plant itself The Courier and Enquirer, the
paper sued, in commenting on this decision,
says:
1t follows. Of course, that every paper which
publishes police reports becomes liable, not
only for the truth of its statements, but for
the truth of every Thing stated in Court, fol
the truth of aflidavits making complaint, foI
the truth of evidences given by witnesses, fol
the truth of what lawyers may say, tor the
truth III short, of whatever may be saId by
any of the parties CONCEIVED, Which it sees fl
to place before the public. Every person ar
rested for murder, theft or any other crime
may briug an action for libel against every
paper which shall mention the fact, and the
responsibility of proving his guilt is tier
throw upon the paper which stated the fac
OF has arrest.
The decision of the Court was based, we
believe, altogether on British precedents, nc
American precedent having been quoted. tC
show that such was American law. We
may say of Judge CampbelIf decision, so lal
: as the American press is concerned. MS Lord
Brougham said of distinguished Individual:
opinion, as it goes out without authority il
will return without respect.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
Dissecting am Editor.


: Probably the Washington Union is unsur-
passed by any other paper in the country, for
its party malgnity and violence falsehoods
and personal vituperation. Yet it occupies
the position of the leading Democratic paper
in the country, and is looked up to by all the
lesser lights Of the party with most particular
admiration, while all the small fry Democrat
ic editors seek to initiate it even in its deepest
depravity. But the great light has lately
been almost put out. The talented Editors
of the Washington Republic are writing a
series of articles against old Richie, such as
in his whole course he probably never before
bowed his head under. His gross political
inconsistencies, his false charges against the
Administration, his whole disgraceful course
as an Editor, are exhibited in their true col
ors, and by facts instead of assertion or de-
famation.
The Editor of the Republic having Richie
under his particular charge, winds up an ed
ltoral as follows:
We have entered upon the exposure Of the
baseness of the editorial conduct of the Union
newspaper, with something of the feelings O.
surgeon who enters upon the dissection of
loathsome subject. But revolving as is the
task we shall not shrink from its thorougl
execution. And we will either teach thC
editor to pay greater regard for truth and de
cency in the conduct of his Journal or we viii
so expose it in all its disgusting delormity
that he shall cry out,
"Oh, carry me back to cid Virginny,"
and his own party, North and South, shall
with one accord, ioyfully respond,
"God bless him. let him go!"
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

HDay after tomorrow Is the great am
niversary of our national independence. The
notes of preparation for its commemoratiOn
are heard over the country, but there is no
echo in our city, or at least it is so small as
not to be discegnable to every ear. The good
old times appear passing, when this national
day shall be welcomed with bon fires and IL
luminatons and rejoicings-with professions,
orations and military displays. Yet we hope
that the hearts of American citizens feel the
same warm impulses of love and devotion to
the Union, as when they welcomed this day
with such outward testimonials of thanks and
Joy.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
SOMETHING NEWT
June %. 1850.

AT BABCOCK BROTHERS.
= ECEIVED this morning few of Harpers Bn-
Ia vincible Hay Straw and Corn CT Itfrs-with
improvements that render them perfect.
The attention OF Farmers and Stock saisers is
called to ,hIs Machine, patented in 1913, by Col l..
A. Harper of RusseIlvie, Ky, and is pronounced
by all who have used il to be the most valuable
Straw Cutter ever invented.
1t is worked by hand and Is capable Of cutting .
bushels in minutes, from half inch TO TWO inches
in length.
The undersigned are ageEts for the above ha-
chine, and will promptly sttend to alF orders:
ie26 tt BABCOCk BROTHERS.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
sTEAMRoAT oNEoTA FOR SALE.

fznaaz.D D THE light draught stern wheel
4s3szz4sss77tt5FSf steamer ONEOTA will be offered
- for sale at Public Auction on We'd
nesay, July 10th, the wharf OF the city OF Evans
Vile unless can dispose OF her at private sale be
fore that period. The Oneota is an excellent bow
water boat, and admirably adapted to the Wabash
trade, drawing only twelve inches of water when
light and capable OF accommodating seventy hve
or eighty tons Of freight, and possessing 4 good
comfortable cabin
Terms Of sale-One halfthe purchase money cash
in hand, the balance ut the expiration OF six months
the purchaser giving approved security for its pay
ment. HUGH WARD.
Louisville Courier copy TO hoamounrof two dol
lars and char ge this office. ljS23 Isl
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

~The Democratic masses are right. and
they have the power to make the politicians
do right. Let item exercise IT. State Sen
tiHel,
Then it is time the Democratic masses
were exercising this power-for the Demo
cratic politicians are generally as far arrong
as men can well be. They may or may not
be capable Of doing right, the matter never
having been submitted to actual expert
ment.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
PUBLIC READING ROoM.

Subscription papers may be found aftef to-day
at the store of Messrs. Hornbrook g. Burlis,
Main street; Jas. E. Blythe, E>q's office, First
street; with Mr.. E. A. Corbet Water street; and
A. H. Sanders, Journal Office; to which the at
tention of that portion of the public is directed
who are interested in the establishment of Pull
lie Reading Room. The object of this subscrip-
ton is simply to pay the expenses of the Room.
and it is TO be hoped it is an enterprise not on
ly Of individual interest and convenience 10 our
citizens, but of benefit toour city, that all will be-
come subscribers 10 whom application is made
The standard newspapers of the country, with
the prominent periodicals. " i'll be furnished with
cut change by A. H. Sanders, who will superin-,
tend the Room. Terms made known by applica-.
ton to the above gentlemen. Each subscriber
will be permitted 10 introduce strangers
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

BLAcKwooD's MAGAzINE.-We are in
debted to Post 6, Co., publishers at Cincin-
cinnaG for a copy of Blackwood's Magazine
last number issued. Contents-Latter Day
Pamphlets My Peninsular Medal; A month
at Constantinople Madame Sontag and the
Opera The Green Hand; Palace Theatri-
Gals; The Quaker's Lament; The Great
Protection Meeting in London; Index, The
price OF this standard Magazine is So per an
mum. Post & Co., are agents.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02
NOTICE
70 ssIf "a HON it may concern!

T1FE Telegraph Line between Evansville ana
Xincennes having been repeatedly broken by
tAees be;aS seed aRoa it--eaherwilluly OF care.
lessy--the Trustees wagn all persons that every
sach offence hereafter will be prosecuted to tile
uttermost penalty ofthe law
By order OF The Trastees
jel3 I'm r.. T. COSBY, Operator.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

I%The fine little steamer Julia, command
ed by Capt Prunty, has left the Wabash
trade on account of low water, and is now
advertised to run in the Louisville, Evans
Vile and Cairo trade. She possesses as good
accommodations as any boat on the river, OF
her size, and as she is alone in this trade, we
hope she may be well patFonized. Capt.
Prunty is we'll known by our business men,
and is deserving of good support,
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

GATEs.-Every field on farm shoud he
entered by good Substituting and self fast
ening gate. Farmers. who are two busy in
summer to make them. or get them made,
should see to it now How long does it re-
quire to take down ard put up a set Of bars
At least TWO minutes, which, repeated three
times a day for a year, amounts to thirty
hours, or three days working time which
would yearly pay for a good gate. Or, ex-
anime it in another point of view-three times
a day is eighteen hundred times year; now,
is there any man between Halifax and Cal
ifornil, who would take down and replace a
set OF bars eighteen hundred times in suces-
sion, in payment for farm gate? Hardly
yet this is the price yearly paid by those who
use bars that are constantly passed. and the
gate is not obtained by it, .Again-how
mu"h peter is a well hung gate, than one
half hung ?-or one with good self-tasteu-
ing latch, than one with pin crowded into
an auger hole2 Try it by dragging badly
hung-gate over the ground, eighteen hundred
times with a pin, and see if you do not think
this labor Would pay for good hinges and a
latch.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-07-02

REruRNtNG PArRtors.-Lieut, Knott of
Frankfort, KY, and eight or ten other soldiers
of the Cuba Regiment passed Evansville,
night before last on the steamer Mustang
They walked through Florida baretooted.-
This is rather a come dolca from the glitter
ing heights of their anticipations before they
took Cuba.