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Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Indiana Elections.

The New York Tribune concludes an article in rela-
ton to the Indiana elections with the following consong
remarks:
With De Bruler in the LIST district Parker in the 4th
and Brenton in the 10TH the wings will have three
bers. McGaughey the only wing in the last dele
CATION Davis in the 18th and Mace in the Sth two of
favorable to the repeal of the Fugitive Slave Law while
the apathy among friends in the remaining districts
prevented any further gains.
This will be the democrats in the Tere Hautc
and Lafayette Districts. If the free soiers consider the
election of Davis and Mace victory they easily
satisfied
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

GET OUT-It will be remembered that we gave a
short time ago, account of ''slow railroad" in
Michigan. Here is another remniscencc from the same
road, which we find in the Boston ''Carpet Bag"
''There is much excitement along the railroad re-
specting tae killing and manning of catte and far
mer who had valuable badly injured 10y locomo-
tive, after complaining about the matter and getting
grossly insulted by the employees the road told the
engineer that the time he along he would give
him a thraSang, which was laughed at. The next time
the ''ron horse' snorng along by the farmers
house, the old fellow sailed with big bulldog and
set him at the bullgne." The dog caught hold of the
cowcatcher, held on and stopped IT, lchile The farmer
licked tie engineer when, calling off his dog he let the
train 90 on again !"
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
From the Jaeksonian.l
A Card.

As have made the last for Congress in this
District shall probably make soon again, deem the
close of IL fitting occasion publicly express 10 nv
friends my profound of the obligations and graft
tude them; for their LIBERAL generous, and cordial
support No man his friends than do to
rhine of this Cong ressonal Dstric-no feels and APP
preciaes this obligation sensbly, or eherishes
livelier of gratitude for it, In three
successive Congressional canvasses they have adhered
10 with fidelity that might challenge the admiration
AID acknowledgements OF the stOca and he whose
heart would fail pulsate confession would deserve
the support Of friends noble and magnanimous
mine But of all the events in my brief political career
must be allowed that regard the result of the
canvass through which have just passed the
gratifying.
shall cherish the sixty.nine majority which
obtained In the late election, victory honora-
bio, triumphant and signal considering the crcumstan-
under which it obtained,-th odds against me
by virtue Of the coalitions with which had to contend
aud the guerilla character OF the warfare made upon
me, a more honorable and valuable testimony in nv
lavorthaD either the four hundred and eghty.three
obtained in 847 the seven hundred and three
obtained in 1919. need say those acquainted
with the Of the political parties in this district
that against a close coalition Of Abolitionists and
Wings, the Democrats actually in a minority of So
veral hundred votes / think shall hereafter at nv
leisure take occasion TO review the canvass at length
my present purpose is only apprse my friends that
they have, at least not bestowed their surages and
support upon nsensbe to the obligations they i'm.
pose.
In conclusion beg tender again as have hither-
TO- TO the old soldiers widows aud orphans Of the dis.
trict, whatever aid may be able TO render them gra.
tutously in the prosecution Of any claims they NAV
have against their Government.
JOHN L. ROBINSON.
Nashville, August "a. 1851. ....-
p. S.-PaPers friendly to me will please copy.
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Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
IFrom the Madisonisn.l
Letter from General Lane.


We allowed to make the following extract from n
letter from General Joseph Lane, gentleman in this
city:
OREGoN City, June s. 1851
DEAR SIR: have been hard at work in the
mine>- got home the 2Sth of April last and next
day commenced the canvass for Delegate to Congress-
and was every day in the saddle until the day of election
which Monday last, and that day was one hun
dred and t"enty miles from home. Dr. Wilson was nut
in nomination in opposition me- and warmly support
ed by his friends He is of the early settlers in tho
territory, clever gentleman, and good electioneer
lhe election Is now over, and am elected by 500
majority. have received more than four
hiths of all the votes given in the territory over one of
the most popular il. = In few
days shall for the gold diggngs in the southern
portion of this territory, for the purpose of winding M
unsettled business and will then leave here (alt
the first of October) for Washington CITY
Present my com pliments to all friends
IN Indiana, and especially your good lady and family
Your sincere friend.
JOSEPH LANE
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

MoRE WING VILLAINY-THE OFFENpER CAUGHT
Tho Memphis (renn) Enquirer, of the 2d inst says
that character who for several years has figured
spicuouSy in important political contests has been found
guilty in that place of very serious charge-not less
than burgaryand grand larceny. 1t appears that the
alleged offender entered the room of gentleman in the
u S. Hotel, and committed all sorts of depredations
Alarm given and pursuit made and the rascal
Ken top of the house. His name was Coon, by
called Rae
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
MartInsville Railroad.
C Franklin Examiner says:

The Franklin Examiner says:
" The MarIinsville and Franklin Railroad Company
told expect have the road completed and the
running by December The country through which
passes, is giving already signs Of increasing enter
prise and activity IN business, in anticipation OF the ia
cites this work will afford and advance in the price
of property along the line follows as natural consc-
quence 1t will give quite impulse trade at Mar
tinsvle, and Morgantown and other points where de-
pots established will be found convenient centres Of
trade in their respective localities The Of pro-
duce that will now off from these points, and the
Of business which will concentrate at them we imagine
will go far beyond the calculation Of persons who
have not been clos. observers Of such matters"
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Owe find the following account OF horrible affair
in the Woodvllc (Miss) Wing, of the LIST inst.

PAINFUL RUMoR.-During the last few days report
has been in circulation in our vicinity the following
effect: 1t is stated that Friday as three children
returning TO their home from school, Liberty,
in Amite county, they ovcrtakcn by pack of dogs
In pursuit Of runaway negroes The dogs fell upon them
and before assistance could be rendered cd and nearly
dcrowed erery of them. Tho father OF the children
airing their and the barking of the dogs
out with his gun and succeeded in killing two OF them.
At this time the of the dogs rode up and threat
cned shoot the father if be shot any of the dogs
The distressed father reloaded his gum and deliberately
shot the owner of the dogs through the heart after
which he gave himself up, was tried and discharged.
We have not heard the names Of any Of the parties
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

" I'LL CALL AROUND AND PAY."-What world o
contained in these few words TO the poor artizan
and mechanic! Ill call around and pay" says the
rich man. avoid the trouble of going his desk
get the necessary funds, and the poor mechanic is obi
ged 60 home disappoint his wokmen and all who
depend upon him for their DUE 1t is easy matter
work the only real glory in this life is Independent
idea he able sustain yourself by the labor of your
hands, and it may be imagined what crushing force
there is in III call around and pay" the laboring
who depends upon that pay Tor subsistence. II
those who could pay, would pay once it would place
hundreds and thousands in condition do likewise,
and prevent much misery and dstress.-CLeueland (O)
Herald.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Steam Invention.

The recent improvement in the steam-boiler, and the
application Of fuel to the generation of seam will be
highly beneficial. By this invention the whole Of the
fuel used the smoke and vapor consumed and neither
discharged from the pipes while the engine is in motion.
1t is said that the saving in fuel alone will be onethrd
of that consumed, at the same time removing all
danger from fire from the chmneys and iues Of moving
engines.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

u There is a Democratic paper started at Mad
ison Indiana for the purpose is understood of sup
porting the views and interests Of Senator Brght-the
Courier having incurred his dspleasure 1t is the fourth
daily paper in that city.-ValparGisO Observer
mistake, Mr.. Observer. The Madisonian is intend.
ed support the views and interests of the Democratic
party Of Jefferson couny,the Courier having incurred
their dispieasure
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
FTanking Privilege.

Mcssrs. Lockhart, Parker, Hendricks, Davis, Mace
and Brenton, who not members of the last Con.
gress will be entitled to the Thanking privilege when
they receive their certificates Of elections and Mcssrs
Albcrtson, Julian, Brown, MGaushey, MDonald and
Harlan, will be entitled to the privilege until the
meeting OF Congress.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

W. ]. Jarvis editor of paper in Honolulu has
written communication in favor OF the annexation of
ers he says desire TO under the protection Of the
American flag The whole of their territory is
$500 square miles, and they million dol
lars worth Of american merchandise annual y.-Mad
s0nida
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

Bj~Tbe Cincinnati Enquirer states that Mr. Mount,
OF the Henrie Horse, received teegraphic despatch
from Cleveland of the death of his brother He started
for Cleveland the morning, and when he arrived
there he found the whole family enjoying their evening
meal! The matter explained in this wise: The
teegraphic despatch read, "Mount's nurse is dead"
The operator lett the word nurse, and hence all the
trouble that ensued.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

CoLT's REvoLvERs.-So great is the demand, says
the Philadelphia Bulletin, for these pistols that three
hundred and one hundred thousand dollars
worth of machinery cannot supply the demand. Forty
thousand og these will be turned ont OF the factory
in Philadelphia during the present year of 1851 and still
the supply will fall short of the demand The demand
for this is great that COL Colt will probably have
one thousand men at work in very short time.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Kentucky Elcction--Close Work.

The following despatch from Frankfort to the Louis
vile Courier is the latest intelligence:
FRANKFoRT, Aug. -.
We have official returns from 90 countless which give
Dixon majority Of COO. We have reported maorites
from other countes-Campbell, Hopkins, Crttenden,
Marshall Lawrence, and Pike-whch gives Powell
ll03 majority, making his majority in 81 countless 497
The counties of Letcher and Johnson to hear from,
which will give Powell about 200 majority. His ma
iorty IN the State will be about 700.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

A BAD START-Edward F. Douglass, lately execu
ted in New York, for murder the high seas. makes
the following statement in his confession: never was
in liquor but once, and that the election of old
Tippecanoe Gen. Harrson) the Presidency, and
that was on hard cider. ! consider myself good
whig." Comment is unnecessary Post.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

Ma. CLAY.-The Paducah Journal says that it is
highly probable that Mr. Clay will resign his seat in the
United States Senate soon Mr.. Underwood's term cx-
Pifes in 1888 that the Legislature Just chosen which
holds for two years under the new constitution will have
elect United States Senator all events and two
in the event Of Mr.. Cay's resignation.
This looks as il Old Harry had bis eye on the Pres.
denoy- He always resigns such occasions.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
New Mexico.

Judge Watts, formerly of this State, has arrived in
New Mexico. The Northern District has been assigned
him.
The election for Delegate took place the first Monday
in this month The candidates. were r. H. Weightman,
Wing, and A. w. Reynolds, Democrat. We think that
Maj Weghtman has been elected. He had the inlu-
of Gov Calhoun and the United States officers.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
~Thc CHICAGO Argus SAYS:

Large numbers Of Democrats, for time past
eiated with the Free Sell organization, coming
quietly back among theig old friends, weary Of their
happy alliance with Wings and Aboitonsts and anx
ous to stand the broad, national platform
which the Democratic party has all its trumphs
from the days Of Jefferson and Madison down to the
time OF jackson and Polk"
Such we gratfed TO learn, is the case in the
Wayne District. in this State.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

INCREASE MoRMoNIsM IN ENGLAKp-The London
Record gives the following statistics of the
Mormonism in England:-There were in January last,
fortytwo conferences, COZ branches TWENTY-FIVE seven
ties, twelve highpress, ,76l elders, $50 priests
200 teachers, $50 deacons, and 25 Asa members max
ing total Of 30 747 saints During the last fourteen
Of which nearly 1900 had emigraed from her shores
to Zion.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

HIGH WHARF.-THE papers from Huntington, Wa
bash, Tppecanoe and Laporte counties, TO TO-
day ringing wet, showing great rise Of water in the
Wabash regions. This unprecedented at this
of the year-JourndL. t..
g Ringing Tst"' What contrast The Journal is
drH enough in all conscience. -. 80. -
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Indian Murder IN Oregon.

The Mr.. Oily, whose murder by the Indians near the
Klamath mines in Oregon, proves be Mr.. David Ollie
who formerly resided near Knghtstown, Indiana He
was killed by Rogue River Indians Joe Lane is after
them and they will be severely chastised for the act
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

FIVE MEN KILLED.-A tavern in Holt county. Ia.
struck BY lightning, the 22d ult barrel Of
whisky was set on fire, and five so badly burned
that two died immediately and three could Tot survive
Albany Epcniag Journal.
Where Is Holt county, This must be the smart hoax
ef some Telegraphic operator.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

O-Wo learn that the Rev. Hosea Durbn, of the
Methodist Episcopal Church, oyertaken by storm
few miles South of Greensburg aud that limb of
tree fell upon him. breaking OF his legs and crushing
one of his shoulders. Information was received this
morning O'Clock that he was in very precarous
situat on.-Madisonian, 18Th inst.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

13-A young Irish student at the veterinary college,
being asked If broken wnded horse were brought to
him for cure, what he would advise, promptly replied:
" To sell him as soon as possible"
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Wheat.

We informed by farmers residing in the country,
that the continued heavy rains have greatly damaged
the wheat crop Much has moulded and rotted in the
stack In many instances, where it has been left stand
ing In the shock, il is entirely ruined
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
TUESDAY EVENING, AUGUST 10, 1851.
The Constitution.

SO far the majority upwards Of seventy thousand.
The counties to hear from will increase it to eighty
thousand The majority in favor Of the 18th article, will
still be greater
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
To a Grumbling Subscriber.

A free soil patron of the Sentinel
Politely bid US " send the thing to hell -
A timely hint. IT'S proper, confess,
With change Of residence to change tn address.
II shall be sent, If Charons mail will let ii,
Where the subscriber will be sure to get H.
fBnriin gton Sentinel.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Remarkable LongeyiiY.

Hannah Dodson the respectable widow Of Lambert
Dodson, soldier Of the revolution, died last week in
Lawrence county this State, at the advanced age OF
one ht4sdrcd and three years
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Gov. Whitcomb.

This gentleman, learn, is at the residence Of DR..
Chew, in New York, under the Watercure treatment,
where he has been for time. HE health is gradu
ally being restored and he expects to return home in
E,u rvnnks
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Gnvernnr of Alabama.

The Washington Southern Press says that Henry w.
Collier, Southern Rights Democrat and not Benjamin
G. Shields, Union has been elected Governor of Alaba-
We inclined to think that this last statement
is correct.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

u We are glad 10 old friend Joseph strube,
formerly of Coerain township, in this county, among
the members elect to the Indiana Legislature. He viii
represent Bartholomew county.--Cin Eng
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

GTCol. VIM. Bigcr, the Democratic candidate for
Governor of Pennsylvania closes recent letter to Geo
II Martini Esq, thus:
am for the compromise measures, and in favor Of a
thorough and efficient erecutoa Of them as they are aud
against all future Congressional agitation of the ques-
tions settled by them.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
CoNGREss.

First District-John Bragg, Democrat
Second District-James Abercrombie, Wing.
Yhird District-Sampson w Harris, Democrat
Fourth District-WiIliam r. Smith, Democrat.
Fifth Disirct-George S. Houston, Democrat.
Sixth District-W. r. w. Cobb, Democrat.
Seventh District--Alexandcr White, Wing.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Another Editor Rew3nrded.

George w. Wood, editor Of the Fort Wayne Times;
has been appointed Register of the Land Office, vice
Samuel Brenton, resigned
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

r7-We rejoice tie see that McGaughey, (Whg) and
Julian (ree drter) both defeated in Indiana for
Congress. Ky. Flag.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

70 Gov. Mcdowell Of Virginia, NJ C, is dangerously
sick from another attack Of hamoTrhage. a'l
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

Owe pleased to learn that the cholera is rapidly
abatng at Louisville. There were but two eases
on Saturday.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
Alabama.

Benjamin G. Shields, Union Democrat is elected Co
vernon. The Legislature is largely Union, which
cures the election of Hon. Jeremiah Clements Union
Democrat 10 the Senate.
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21
OREGoN CRY. June s. 1851.

We are allowed 10 make the following extract from a
liter from General Joseph Lane, to gentleman in this
Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1851-08-21

The following dispatch from the Office of the
Nashville Banner to the Cincinnati Gazette:
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-03-14

To complete the advantages, we have at no greer
distance gold district in "Choco," az compare
tveiy nch in gold 10 the Californian territory
Astounding, too, with caoutcha, valuable dyewoods,
VIII again help me in my assertions. Speaking q
the rivers Of the Gulf Of San Miguel, he says, al
nave been tcid, besides what gold they got out at
the ore and sand, they found Jumps sometimes a.
big as hens egg, and bigger, wedged in betweea
the rocks. Such an one Mr. Harris (who got 40
lbs OF gold there) kept by HIM; it has several Gre
vices full OF earth and dust"
The observations have submitted will be horne
out IN the pamphlets forward They have been
ably supported by Mr.. Glyn in his paper read be-
fore the Institution Of Civil Engineers, June q.
1917, end published in their transactions
Captain Foster, of the Chanticleer lost his life in
verifying M observations, which were again mi
nutely investigated by Sir Edward Belcher. FL
nally English, Spanish, French, and German en-
gineers have trodden the ground, under perhaps
better auspices than did, and none have contra
dicted, most have supported, my opinions.
feel, therefore, that can with truth, honor,
and good conscience ask my countrymen to con-
quer the remaining apathy that may exist, to take
up with their wonted energy work which 10 Pc
culiarly fitting 10 become national one, and to
support and encourage further inve designations.
l ask you, cir, TO support me in the position
nave already made, that a conference be held OF
the members of our Institution of Civil Engineers,
OF the Royal Geographical Society, and others in
sthuing out to Central America two three young
men, oisunguished IN their profession as topogra-
probity, their energy, and their talent TO examine
into and .sPort on the two proposed routes in the
Isthmus OF Daren. :
They will have the advantage of all our prev,ou.
experience and all our works. Ii is brilliant on.
portunity distinguish themselves that many have
heretofore looked for in vain. In obtaining re-
nown and honor, il may vie with any former expe-
dition; and the result feel certain, would tend to
our comfort. TO our social advancement and TO the
future happiness and prosperity Of millions.
am, sir, with respect, your obedient servant,
J. A. LLOYD, Her Majesty's
Survey or. General and Civil Enginee N. Chief
Athenaum Club, Dec q, 1851
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-03-14

4 board composed Of oommodores Nor and very,
end Capt presfs 90 revise the rules and rssususn
efthc navy 10 N session at Washington Inc Vc.r
Martial sttlpr .. th NAVY ard there osvs ce2sludee
The osss OF Li,ut, Charles e Rsrtoa
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-03-14


The enclosed gen" came across the big pond
in packing box, freight paid, and is al YOUR SER
vice. Respectfully, SUBSCRIBER.
TO THE BRITISH Pt'BLIc.
| urge you, exhoft you, to turn out OF England
Nbbot Lssrencs Who represents the country that hs
90 lately passed the fugivs Slave III.
Remember you are In partnership with Presiden
FILLMORE, - calling out the military TO enforce II
Dictates You the receivers Of the materiai thu
there poor csptves are thus prosecuted TO produce
Her Maestys advisers have destroyed the free labor
cultivation Of Jour colonies and placed you In the
poser OF these slave holding nations you i'm
plicsted In. and identified With. all their cruel aud
mercilsss proceedings HYDE.
Hyde viii tell you What 10 DO when you arrive ct the
threshold Of the door called "Good ceiling"
ON are liable TO err-for are you not told Yea,
the ttork tn the heavens knoweth her appointed
times snd the turtle aud he crane and the swallow
observe the time OF their coming but my peops fnov
not the Judgment Of the Ltrd. =
How 90 you propose raising your barriers against
popsfy, without infuslns into your Protestsntism .
grain Of Christianity
Hyde has appointed the Rev Hugh MoNeile to be
archbishop OF Lesmipston priors for the prominent
part he has taken dixie good Chrisianl in the osuss
OF abolition.