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Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1850-06-21

anu outtaSeu' our ships OF war sent here
to maintain the permanency of Spanish
power, and then, finding that free from
menace, abandoning our port, and even
when bearing dispatches to the Govern.
ment, tagging on their way, lingering at
Key West, giving and receiving balls
Americans openly insulted and menaced
in the streets, cafes, and places of public
resort The Consul denied access to his
imprisoned fellow citizens, and his COM
munlcationS to the authorities sent back
unopened, with the insulting message
that he has no diplomatic authority-and
the press of the United States, instead of
maintaining the immunity of our flag up.
on the seas, defending the sacred charac-
ter of our soil, and advocating the rights
OF our unfortunate citizens oppressed in
the very teeth of treaty stipulations, houn
ded on by defeat, and running and bark
ing like pack of cowardly dogs at the
heels of few flying maraudcrs.
The steamer Saranac, Commander TAFT
nall, left here on the goth ult. with de
spatches for the Government at Washing
ton, informing it of tn state of affairs.
torsooth we hear Of him at Key West on
the I'd inst. giving ball, and reciprocal
ting the attentions of the citizens there.
Meanwhile his countrymen, immured in
a Spanish prison, denied all communica-
tlon with their friends, shut out from the
light of Heaven, may await the appear
ance of the delivering angel borne on the
wings ola Spanish bullet. And we, who
for little while are allowed an inter-
course with our fellow beings, are cody
comforted by Judge Marvin and Douglas,
of the aforesaid Key West, with the assu-
rance that the Spanish Government has
not only perfect right to con6scato our
property captured on the great highway
of nations, but that it can, at its sover-
eign pleasure, capture, imprison, try, con-
denim, and execute, American citizens
who never thought of, or intended, com
ing TO the Island of Cuba; and even that
it would have been perfectly justified in
landing an armed force on american soil,
and capturing and executing on the spot
the pirates of the Creole. Not / alone,
but every one of my fellow -countrymen
here, has with bursting heart, exclaimed
"Would to God, were an Englishmanl"
While l am writing these lines the
prize bark Georgiana and brig Susan
Loud are boldly running into port; show
ing no colors, even while under the guns
of the sloqps of war Albany and German
town, which have this morning re-appear.
ed off our harbor; How their doughty
commar ders could brook this breach Of
Naval etiquette, ] cannot conceive. The
steamer Saranac has also come in, and
takes no notice whatever of The prizes.
1t is to be hoped the Government at
Washington will take other views of these
captures than those held by the Key West
Cabinet.
Respectfully yours,
AMERICAN.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1850-06-21

Senatorial Di8ieulty.-A despatch to
the Baltimore Sun on Sunday says:
81 learn that Messrs. Benton and King
had personal difficulty yesterday, while
in committee on the Senatorial fracas be-
tween Messrs Foote and Benton. Mr..
King was to-day. therefore, excused from
serving further on said GQrasps:iitt.ee,"
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1850-06-21
CHARLEsroN, June 4.

CHARLESTON, June 4.
LATER FROM CUBA--A REVOLT ANTIcI
pArRD, &c.
The brig Havana arrived at Savannah,
brings dates from Havana to the 23d,
confirming the report that all the troops
had left that place for 0ardenas. The
city was greatly excited. 1t was the
impression of ia well informed citizen that
a revolution would break out on the Is
land without the aid of Gen Lopez.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1850-06-21

MOBILE, June 8.
The EXCITEMENT IN HAvANA--FoUR OF
THE INVADERS SHor--MovEMENr OF
GENERAL LOPEZ, &c.
The British steamer Thames, arrived
at Mobile from Havana, with dates to the
9th ult.
Our Consul at Havana, Mr. Campbell,
states that the Spaniards are much EN-.
bittered against the American authorities,
and refused to furnish any information as
to the number, names and probable fate
of the prisoners, who were closely con6n-
ed.
Adyiccs from Havana state that four
members of the expedition, left behind at
Cardenas, have been shot:
General Lopez addressed the citizens
of Mobile yesterday, explaining the caus-
es of the defeat of the expedition The
subordinate officers made public state
ments vindicating Gen Lopez. They
speak in the highest terms of his bravery
and military skill.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

tain knowledge he has been the standing candi-
date of the locofoeos of Mifflin county, for all
the Offices within the gift of the party, for the
last ten years, and we have known circulars
printed under his own supervision and sent to
the democracy of the adjoining counties, urging
upon them the propriety of selecting delegates
favorable to his nomination for Governor. To
come to q more recent date we find him an early
attendant of the Williamsport Convention, bor
ing for the office Of Auditor General, and yet
he is the same perfection of simplicity and not
the man g to plead his own virtues and party
claims for Office
As fit person for Auditor General, he is dis
qualified, having no merit as financier, and all
know that it requires able fiuancier to dis
charge the duties of this Office. He is repre-
sented by locofocos to be much greater man
than he really is and if they will but exhibit
this model Of simplicity throughout the State,
the truth of our assertion will be made manifest
These extracts will suffice for the pres
ent but as some may perhaps look for
our opinion respecting Mr.. b., we will
add that he is very quiet and gentleman
ly man-like many others attends church,
listens patiently to the sermon, and then
goes home-is noted for no extraordinary
abilities such as some of his democratic
friends in other places would wish to en-
dow him with--is a radical politician,
going the full length Of lOac duties on the
tariff question, &c, and probably never
voted for a whig in his life. On the
whole, then, we should say that he is not
quite so smart as most of his party papers
would make him, and not quite so desii-
tute Of capacity as some of our own de-
scribe him.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
PROCEEDINGS OF CONGRESS.

The Compromise Bill is still the lead
ing topic in the Senate, and from votes al
ready taken, as well as Other indications,
there seems to be a likelihood of its pas
sage in that body, though how it may fare
in the house is a problem that cannot as
yet be solved.
On Monday 4 message was received
from the President of the United States,
in reply TO 4 resolution from the Senate, in
qnlting whether any orders have been is
sued to any military officers at Santa Fe,
to hold possession against the authority of
Texas, or in any way TO embarrass the ex-
ercise of her Jurisdiction over that coun-
Try, and to furnish the Senate with copies
of any correspondence on the subject.
The President says, in reply to that
resolution
- | state that no such orders have been given.
/ herewith present to the Senate copies Of all
the correspondence referred to in the resolution.
All the other orders relating to the subject mat
ter Of the resolution have been heretofore COM
municatsd 10 the senate. ! have already, IA a
former message referred 10 the fact that the
boundary between Texas and New Mexico is
disputed. have now to state that information
bad been recently received that certain Robert
s. Neighbors, styling himself Commissioner OF
the State of Texas, has proceeded to Santa Fe,
with the view Of organizing counties in that
district under the authority Of Texas, while
have no power to decide the question of boun-
dary, and no desire TO interfere with il. As a
question Of title, have to observe that the po-
sltion of the territory into which it appears that
Mr.. Neighbors has thus gone was actually ac-
quired by the United States from Mexico, and
has since been held by the United States, and in
my opinion ought so to remain until the question
Of boundary shall have been determined by some
competent authority. Meanwhile, think there
IS no reason for seriously apprehending that
Texas will practically interfere with the pos
session OF the United States.
Z, TAYLOR"
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
Ihe Country Trade
state Mutual Fire Insurance
Company,
HARRISBURG, PEMM,A.

FENHE business of this company is conducted
NJ by the only true and equitable method in
the system of mutual insurance-that OF CLAs-
sIFYING THE RIsKs-thus affording more equal
benefit to the insured. The Directors in ac-
cordance with the provisions of the charter,
divide their risks into two distinct classes, no
part of the funds of either being appropriated
for the payment of losses occurring in the other.
In the first class, which is denomnated The
FARMERS COMPANY, dwellings, barns out-build-
ings, and personal property ONLY, situated In the
country, are insured.
In the second class called The MERCHANTS
COMPANY, the safer kind of property in towns
and villages may be insured. Hazardous pro-
perty is not allowed to be taken at all; and il
Is believed that The terms of insurance and con-
ditions of the policies of this company are more
favorable than those Of any other company in
the State.
tT An losses will be settled with prompt
ness and liberaIity al the places where thew &c
cur. ]. p. RUTHERFORD, D, President.
A. J. GILLETT, Secretary.
A. A. CARRIER, Actnary.
o. F..BRESEE, Agent, Meyers Hotel, Lew
istown. TJune 81, lS5tl-4t.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
The Southern Convention.

The Nashville Convention has adjourned,
after adopting series of resolutions,
amounting to nothing, voting themselves
thanks, and agreeing TO meet again in six
weeks after the adjournment of Congress.
This is equivalent to an adjournment sine
die, for after Congress has disposed of the
present questions, there viii be no ncces-
sity to meet again, to renew the agitation.
The litile band of disunionists which COM
posed the Convention were evidently dis
concerted by the smallness of the number
present, and finding themselves placed in
a ridiculous position, have endeayored TO
make the best of il. The whole thing
says the Ledger, has proved an abortion,
and as it has now been put to sleep, We
trust that the awakened good sense and
patriotism of the people will be sufficient
to prevent any such assemblage, for such
avowed purposes, ever springing into exist
ence again. II has proved one thing, how
ever, that the Union Is far dearer to the
masses than the politicians, and that when
the question of dissolution really comes
up, they will have something to say about
il themselves.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
Plank Roads,

The Lancaster Union states that Messrs.
kurtz, Brandt and Singer have just re-
turned from New York, whittier they have
been on tour Of observation of the vari-
Gus plank roads in that State. These
gentlemen were engaged to make this ex-
animation by the friends of the contem-
plated Plank Road from Lancaster TO
Mannheim, and their account of what they
saw and learned and tested Is in the high
est degree encouraging. After thorough
investigation they are satisfied that plank
roads, next to railroads, are the best in the
world, and in some cases are even preferred
to railroads. They are cheaper than other
roads in all parts Of the country whore
plank can be had at reasonable rates.
They afford more rapid and easy trans
portation of burdens. They are seldom
in need OF repairs; and in their freedom
from dust and mud, are more desirable than
any turnpike that can be constructed for
travel.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
The Tariff.

The Hon. Jas. Thompson. the Locofoco
member of Congress from the Erie dis
.uict, recently paid visit to his family,
and on his return TO Washington, the
Union announced the fact, and represented
him as bringing the intelligence that the
tariff question had bloscn aCay in Penn
syicGaia. Mr.. Thompson publishes a
card in reply, from which we make the
following extract:
81 did not, and could not, have made the re-
mark that the tariff question had blown away
in Pennsylvania. | know that IN regard to one
great interest much depression IS experienced at
this time In those sections of the State where
the iron interests prevail, much anxiety is felt
that some change in the present duties iron,
as we'll in form as in amount shall take place.
Many establishments, heretofore giving employ
ment 10 a great number of operatives, have
within the last few months suspended, and
fear not soon to be resuscitated, unless under
some temporary diminution of importation of
the. foreign article, or a change in the present
duties upon it. A greater depression, am per-
suaded, is yet destined TO ensue, unless some
thing soon be done by Congress. ! do not be-
lieve that any other of the great interests Of the
country sutier IN comparison with the iron in
terst, If, indeed they suffer at all under the ex-
isting revenue system. Certain it is that the
evidence Of it is not so unmistakable, as there
seems little, if any, diminution of active opera
tions amongst them. feel it my duty, there
fore, to say that it would not be Just to mpute
to me, as some have done, the remark referred
to in the paragraph have quoted. | feel that
it is of great importance to the iron interests
that an amendment of the revenue laws in re-
gard to them should be made, and made at the
present session of Congress"
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

TRUTH EVERY WORD or Ir.--The fol-
lowing remarks are taken from the Louis
vile Chronicle They are sensible words
words Of truth and soberness, and al
though originally intended for the locofoeo
g7rcss, liule alteration viii make them
equally applicable to the wings:
Hew TO SusrAIH VINO PAPERs-The leading
and influential Wings Of each county, should
take the time and trouble to 80 around amongst
the people and urge and impress upon them the
importance and duty of taking their county pa
per. If they DO not succeed upon one trial in
getting up list, they should try again and again,
4pIhL they should succeed. This is the way TO do
II, and not put it upon the poor and uninfuen-
sial The Laders should doit. 1t is their duty
30 do it, When the rewards and honor, Of par
: y turn up, they are the men TO get them, and
they should be willing TO share the LabOrs well
&c the h0nors of success. II this were done hon
es.ly and faithfully, the Wing papers would all
saonri.h. and principles would grow in PrePor
sfion TO the extension Of the circulation OF ths
lAP%Fs.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
Dreadful Disaster on Lake Erie,

The steamer Griffith, bound from Buff
faIo to Sandusky and Toledo, was de-
stroyed by fire on Lake Erie on Monday
morning last, by which catastrophe 1t is
estimated that two hundred and fifty lives
were lost! The books, papers, &C., were
all destroyed, consequently the names OF
but few who were on board are known.
The number of sleerage passengers is
stated to have been 26l-cabin 40-crcw
%. But one female escaped. and not one
OF the children on board was saved.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
Bible SOrlety.

We are requested 10 state that the Rev. S y.
HOWELL, agent of the Penn'a. Bible Society
will visit this county next week, for the purpose
Of organizing Female Bible Societies through
out the county. Public meetings for the pur-
pose, at which addresses will be delivered, will
be held at the following times and places
Monday evening, June oath, Methodist church,
Lewistown Tuesday at o'clock in the after
toon, Presbyterian church, Perrysville (; We'd
nesday evening, Methodist church, BeIlevilIe
Thursday evening, Presbyterian church, Nc
Yeytown.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

fV Edwin Forrest, the tragedian, at
one time the pride and boast of the Ameri-
can stage, seems to be on his downward
career. HIS attempt 10 defame the char
acter of Mrs. Forrest before the Legislature
OF this State, when that lady was in New
York, did not look very well and brutal
assault on N. p. Willis, made in the streets
of New York few days since, will not
add to his reputation.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
n 4 B E 3 D ,

On Tuesday morning, 18th inst, at Bellefonte,
by Rev. James Linn, Mr.. GEORGE GwYSN, msr
chant of Huntingdon, and Miss HARRIET PAT
TON of Bellefonte.
On Thursday, 18th inst, by Rev. S. V Blake,
Mr.. GEORGE II. Lone, of Cambria county, for
merly of this place, and Miss Esther JANE BuFF,
of this county.
On the same day, by the same, Mr.. JAcoB II.
NAHzANDT, of Newton Hamilton, and Miss
MARY JANE EpMIsToN, of this place.
On the 18th inst, BY the Rev. w. K. Mill,
JoHN MCoRD. Esq, of Miff1in county, and Miss
ELIZA GLAzER, Of Huntingdon.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
Hattie Of Bunker Hill.

Business was almost entirely suspended
at Boston, on the l7th, in consequence of
she celebration of the battle of Bunker Hill
At Charlestown, the scene of the celebra-
ton, the place was crowded with people.
An imposing procession, headed by large
military escort, together with the Execu-
tive of the State, Judges Of the Supreme
Court, and other Courts, with numerous
veterans Of the Revolution, marched to the
Navy Yard, where the Hon. Edward
Everett delivered an eloqent Grafton. Af-
ter the ceremonies were over, dinner was
given, which was participated in by near
1000 persons. Numerous patriotic and
able speeches were made, and the greatest
enthusiasm prevailed throughout, 1t was
truly day of National fesdvity.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
Dl E D.,

At Colesburg, Delaware county, Iowa, on
the 2lst Of May last, HAMILTON s. GwIN,
formerly OF Oliver township, Miffiin county,
aged II years. The young man had gone out
with his father, on the day previous, TO take a
bee-tree, and after telling it, was in the act of
gong up to secure his prize, when lodged
iimb suddenly fell, and fractured his head He
survived 81 hours, and then expired
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

GRAIN--The supplies OF Wheat
small, and prices are well susta med ..aies
OF - 900 10000 bushels Of red at 81 lt;
40; white at $l,28 l.30. Rye is scarce.
500 bushels prime sold at % cts per bushel.
Corn has declined. Sales Of 10000 bushels
Yellow at 64 cts. G2 cts, and White at 62c.
a Goc clearing at the lowest rate. Oats meet
fair demand, 5000 bushels OF prime Penna.
sold at As Al per bushei.
IRoN-Murket dull. Small sales Of No.
Anthracite at $50, and No. 2 al Sl3 per ton.
No sales of Scotch Pig. In manufactured
lroa no change.
SEEDs-Smal sales Of old and new Clover
seeds at S3,374 3.s74 per Ga lbs. In limo
thy and Flax seeds no sales.-Daity Ne,cs.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

Mr.. McCALLA invites attention TO his stock Of
excellent Liquors. Parties can be supplied il
any quantity through the express.
The Agent of the State Mutual Fire Insurance
Company is now at Meyers Hotel, where he
will remain a few weeks for the purpose CT
making insurance on property in town and cOun-
try. So far as we understand the principles Of
this company, it seems to be based on plan
well calculated to secure public favor.
F ]. HoFFMAN has received large supply Of
Nails at 81 25 per keg-
A. A Banks has lot of fresh crackers
An Auditors notice also appears.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
Fourth of July Celebration.

TFON this occasion every man should drink
u WINES of the very best quality to be had
in the country, and TO enable every one to COM
ply with this patriotic duty, would call the at
teution Of Dealers and Hotel-keepers to my
splendid stock of FINE OLD WINES AND
LIQUORS Of every description as per adver-
tisement below. A. Fl. McCALLA
PHILADELPHIA, June 81, 1851.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

- The Conestoga Cotton Mills allan
caster have stopped, in consequence Of the
high price of cotton and the low price of
cotton goods, thus throwing hundreds out
OF employment. In the mean time the
British manufactures, with the low al va
loren duties established by the tariff Of
1916 and low wages. are in fourishing
condition :
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
THE MARKETS.
puIIApELpuIA. ,fune 10 le,l

EIILAUEIE KfTA, dUHR TT, IC.]U.
FIsH-Prices of NackereI are somewhat
unsettled. Sales Of No. l AT $l0.50 10 rs; /;
No. 2. IS 70 SO and No. 3, $3.50 a 6 per
bbl for Massachusetts, inspection.
FLOUR AND MEAL-The receipts of Flour are
dull, and prices are firm. Sales of eaIO-
oOo ebls. standard brands at S. IS, and choice
brands at S3.3l4 5371 per bbl Sales to the
city dealers within the range of S5.25a 6.75
Tor common brands, and fancy New York Rye
fiour-60O bbls. sold at 50 Corn Meal is
held hrmly; sales Of 1900 bbis. at So per
bhI.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
The Webster Case-..A New Trial Refused,

AT Boston, on the 18th, Chief Justice
Shaw pronounced the decision of the Court
on the petition of Professor Webster for
writ of error, The Court refused 10 grant
it, and the case remains as before, leaving
little probability Of the prisoner escaping
the execution of the sentence, which dooms
him to an ignominious death.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
BALTIMORE, June 10, 1850.

CATrLE-The offerings at the scales to-day
reached 400 head of Beeves. of which $50
were sold 10 city butchers, 50 were left ever
unsod, and one hundred were driven to Phila-
delphia. Prices ranged from S3 to 81 on the
hcof, equal TO Sc - net, and averaging
50 80 gross.
FLoUR.-We quote sales to-day, Of 500 bbls.
Howard Street Flour al $53l4.
GRAIs.-We hear of no Maryland Wheat st
market to-day. sale of Virginia red was
made day ct 1T cts. We also note sales OF
two cargoes OF Pennsylvania red at Sll9 cts, i,
and of two cargoes Penna. white at l3O cts
Sales of Corn at 81 a53 cts for white, and GO
all cts for yellow. Two cargoes of Virginia
Oats sold today at 40 cts. Sales of Pennsyl-
yania on Saturday at 43 cts.-Bal. American
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

FIRE PLUes.-The Burgess and Town
Smell having aPpe2lti to a vote of the
citizens as to the proper course to be pur-
sued in relation to an agreement proposed
10 be entered into between the Borough and
Wafer Company, an election was held on
Saturday last. at which $50 votes were
polled-9 being for and l4l against the
provisions of said agreement.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21
Fourth Of JulV.

Thus far there has been but lillle pre-
paration made in our town for celebrating
the Anniversary of our National Independ-
ence. Is patriotism at discount. or why
This supineness F.?
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

rg The Chambersburg Valley Spirit,
in an article on the Williamsport Conven-
ton, acknowledges that there IS a SET Of
men hanging to the skirts Of the demo-
cracy of this State, a0ho are among The
most mamitigated political scoundrels in
The morldr' The wings have said so for
wears, and for saying SO have been most
Justify abused but as the charge is now
acknowledged by the locos themselves,
perhaps the people will think there is some
truth in H.
Lewistown gazette. [volume] (Lewistown, Pa.) 1843-1944, 1850-06-21

tB The German Musical Festival al
Philadelphia was attended by societies and
bands from Newark, Bethlehem, Baltimore,
New York and Boston, and must have been
an imposing affair. At the Concert given
on Monday night about 400 vocalists par
ucipated.