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Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

Hon. II. j. Walker, now or recently
in England in a reply TO attend a public
dinner a, Southampton, took occasion TO
say:
'.Should she (England desire the CO.
operation oe my country, il will be CIV
en- by the Government and supported by
the people with zeal and unanimily -
| know nothing since the days of the
Crusades, that could excite in America
feeling so deep, universal and enthusi-
actc, which would call out so many mil
lions of my counirymen as an invitation
from you to your children in America to
fight together the last great battle for the
liberation of man.
Would II not be very likely that some
of Mr.. Walkers countrymen would be
jus. as ready to strike down the despot-
ism of England. as to assist in defending
her despo,ism from that which appears
to cast It's shadow over the European con-
tinent? We trow that the majority of
Mr.. Walkers countrymen would feel
more of this latter disposition; especially
would The vast family of Cells who have
an old reckoning to settle with British
tyranny. feel like lending a helping hand
to halter down the bulwarks of despot-
ism which have kept their country for so
many years enslaved.- Dubuque Herald.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
NO. XIV.
The Des Moines Improvement.

The Commissioner is continually receiv-
ing the most favorable news in regard to it.
Yet the certificates of the wonderful cures
performed by ]. L. Curtis Mamaluke Lini-
ment, are arriving with nearly every mail.
1t daily displays its powers over our pain
and disease, by relieving some, almost dis
couraged, victim of rheumatism. spinal
complaint, frozen feet, Eryspelas, Salt
rheum, Sore throat, Old sore cuts, burns,
Strains, Bru ises, Swelling or some other
Maledy which was given up as incurabIe.
yet this mighty agent scatters disease and
pain to the winds, and the cured one tri-
umphantly exclaims, TRULY nature furnish
es mighty antidotes to disease.
We would say to those having valuable
animals fliicted withSweeny, Fistula, Poll
Evil Strains Of any kind, stiff complaint,
SPAWN, Collie, Bolts, sSc., that this remedy
when rig htly used, is sure 10 effect a, cure.
See advertisement in another column.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

We are glad TO announce that the d.
rectors of the Burlington and Peoria Rail
road, have completed contract with an
eminent New York house, for the pur-
chase and delivery of 1000 tons of Il
rails 0: the most approved quality and
pattern, weighing 81 lbs. to the yard,
warranted equal 10 any ever imported in
TO the United States.
The iron viii be shipped from New
York via New Orleans Immediately,
and may be expected to reach here by
the 18th Of April. The terms of pur,
chase arc regulated as very favorable to
the Company. Other negotiations are
pending for sufficient quantity of iron
to complete the whole road. The price
paid by the Company is $40 per ton de-
livered on ship board at New York
Telegraph.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

A TRUTHFUL ALLEGoRY.-A traveller
was pursued by unicorn; in his alright
he fell, and as falling man, caught at
what ever was in his way; in his grasp
he found the branches of a tree; he look
ed below himself and saw fearful preci-
pice; lie locked back and saw the unicorn
ready TO destroy him; he looked again be-
low and saw a hideous dragon, with Jaws
gaping to receive him; he looked to the
root of the tree, ard saw two rats, one
white. the other black, gnawing al,ern-
ately al the roots of the tree; he looked
among she branches of the tree and saw
it filled with poisonous asps, ready to
sting him, but from their lips dropped
honey; regardless of surrounding dangers,
hecanghtthe honey, ate and persisted. Oh.
reader! oh, man! see here myself! Phe
tree is life; the unicorn, death; the preci-
pice, eternity; the dragon, thy destroyer;
the rats. day and night, numbering the
hours of thy stay on earth; the asps, thy
own bad passions the honey, pleasure,
of which thou parakest to eternal ruin.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

~ One Of the leading government
papers of Prussia contains long article
on the growth of the United States, aud
the Danger which this gigantic republic
threatens to the monarchical countries Of
Europe. According to the writer, we
have now millions in reserve, and large
fleet ready TO pounce down upon Europe
at the first favorable moment. The ar
,icle warns the nations of the danger, and
advises them to watch carefully the con-
duct of our consuls and ambassadors,
and if necessary to send them out of their
country. lssuggests that the Europeans
should keep on the defensive. A Bie-
man paper replies to this in capital style.
The editor says that the chief danger to
Europe is to be looked 70. from the side
Of California. The United States think
first Of annexing all the Islands OF the
Ocean, then China, and after stopping in
Siberia to release the prisoners, to over
throw Russia and SO on through Europe.
The article in the Prussian paper was too
absurd to be answered in any other way
than in joke, and the Bremen writer
Gid it up as il deserved.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

A BRISK PLAcE.--There is good
anecdote told about the little town Of
Portland. Indiana.
While certain steamboat was about
putting out here recently, for New Or.
leans, the mate, an old boatman, turned
to some passengers and remarked:
This lille town, gentlemen, looks
dull, but tell you il is, perhaps, a mighty
brisk place. About fifteen years ago,
as was going down with flat boat TO
New Orleans, we stopped here to pro-
cure some provisions. went up into
town, and seeing a coat hanging on, Of a
shop door, just took it. The owner
came after me-caught me-took me be-
fore a magistrate--l was tried--convict.
ed--took thirsy-nine lashes-and was
back to the boat in fifteen minutes!
tell you, gentlemen, a mighty brisk little
place is that same Portland"
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

CHaRGEs AGAINST Mr.. WEBSTER
Benjamin E. Green, Esq, has sent a
memorial to Congress, signed by himself
and his father, Gen. Duff Green, making
charges against the official conduct Of the
Secretary Of State in the matter of the
Mexican indemnify, and the payment OF
its four installments, through Messrs.
Corcoran q Riggs. the Earrings, &c., in
the matter of the Tehuantepec treaty, the
awards of the Board of Commissioners
on Mexican Claims, &c.-H. Louis In
teMgencer.
We have known you OF old, Benz amin,
and though you were pretty clever fell
low then. we fear you are still rather
green.-Bw. Telegraph.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

Our Policy is HONORABLE PEAcE.--
The London Times says, that the inter.
ference of England with the affairs of the
Continent, has cost that country during
the present century, more than t,celUe
hundred millions OF pounds steriiag!--
This is an important fact for oonsidera-
ton. This nation has grown rich by
minding its own business. As long as it
continues to do so, il is destined to adj
vance in prosperity anG popularity and
greatness. Once involve il in wars with
foreign nations, and like those countries,
the substance of the people will be eaten
up with taxes, to support military and
naval establishments. We desire free
dom in every land, but the continuance
of freedom in our own country before
all others. Advertiser.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
From the Pioneer, Jan. 22nd.
From minnesota.

Mr.. Henry L.. Tilden. who was cleo
ted Secretary If the Council, was taken
ill of lung fever, just after his election,
and after lingering until Saturday night,
died, leaving ayoung wife and two chill
dren.,
Mr.. Tilden was formerly Marsha! OF
The Territory. lie removed from Ohio
to Minnesota in 1870.
Sylvanus 'rrask has been elected Sec.
rotary of the Council, in place of Mr..
filden, deceased.
Mercury froze solid at 40 degrees be-
low zero, at Fort Smelling, last Saturday
night.
The Menominee and Winnebago In
dams are abou, swapping lands. The
former want better farming lands, and
the latter wan, better hunting grounds
both of which tribes expect TO be accom-.
modaled in these particulars by the ex.
change. The Indians have agreed on
the terms, and have submitted their prop
osition 10 the Government for its appro-
val.
A sled load of hay left standing over
night, on St. Anthony street, last week,
was eaten up by the hungry cattle about
town, leaving nothing but the sled tongue,
unconsumed-which they left for good
manners, as in feasling upon rats, cats
omit the tail.
The Galena .4dUertiser says:
Tuesday the 18th ult., the Legislative
Assembly, in joint convention, elected
James M. Goodhae, of the Pioneer, and
Owens a. Moore, of the Minneso,ian,
Territorial Printers, for one year from
date. The vote stood--Goodhue, Ow-
ems Il Moore, 20; ID. A. Robertson, g..
James Mcintosh was elected Binder.
The 81. Paul papers say tina, the late
Secretary, Smith, is attempting TO get up
an opposition to the ratification of the
treaties. He is issuing Circulars from
Cincinnati.
Rev. Mr.. Riggs. of Lac qui Parle,' is
at the East, experimenting the publica-
ton of Lexicon in the Dakota Ian
guage, which will make volume of 100
quario pages. The Smithsonian Insti-
tu,e have the enterprise in their hands.
The ST. Anthony's Erpress says:
Ii is gratifying to know that the ste am
er Gov. Ramsey has reduced to a GER
tainty the successful navigation OF the
Mississippi above the Falls Of ST. An,ho-
ny. Visitors during the season of navi-
CATION, should never return below without
taking trip to Sank Rapids with Capt
Rollins on the Ramsey. A delightful
scenery presents itself from Bad Ak to
ST. Anthony, bu. the fine view above the
Falls cannot be excelled.
The Indians are said TO have been We
~ successful in their winter hunts.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

~ The following passage occurs in
the report Of the late government affairs
in the territory Of Utah, where the Nor
mons reside:
1--WE deem il our duty TO state, in his
official communication, that polygamy,
or "plurality of wives" is openly avow-
ed and practised in the territory, Under
the sanction and in obedience to the d.
rect commands of the Church. So uni
versal is the practice, that very few. if
any. leading men in that community can
be found who have not more than one
wife each, which creates monopoly,
and which was perculiarly hard upon the
officers sent to reside there"
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
Hulsemann.
The Washington correspondent Of

The Washington correspondent Of the
Baltimore Republican and Argus says:
"For many months past, Hulsemann's
instructions have been of the most vio-
lent kind; but being lett free to follow
them or not, he has temporized between
his obedience to his government, and his
love of peace, until he has lost the con-
fidence Of all. A more pitiable condition
can scarcely be conceived. He did just
enough to provoke Webster's Hulse-
mann letter, without having the ability
10 reply TO il. Had he followed Schwar-
enberg's counsels, he would long since
have been at home. When kossuth
came, instead of meeting the occasion as
statesman. he made himself ridiculous,
by showing a thin skin; and, to cap the
climax, il is now attributed to him that
he has insnl,ed the Secretary of State,
by addressing the President directly-an
act, the effect of which he connot be
ignorant.
Various rumors are anoat about the
business, but the most reliable informa-
ton is, that his passports have been rem
dered to him by the government. Pous-
sins error is venial compared TO this
Mr.. IIulesmann is TO be piticd, il he
should ever fall into the hands of Mr..
Webster again. Butt, is of no import
ance what shall befall him, compared
with what may happen to our Charge at
Vienna. The best informed predict that
he will be summarily dismissed by
Schwarzenbcrg, on the receipt of the
news of Kossn,h's reception by our gov
eminent. think it is very likely
Meantime, il may be remarked, that b.
disco is very good-natured. He has had
enough intermedding in our affairs, and
finds il better to look on and laugh.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

B~ The weather has been moderate
ly warm for come two weeks. The ice
in the Des Moines has broken up. and
will not be strong enough for crossing
with teams again this winter. although
yesterday and to-day have smeled CON
siderably of frost. We think you may
look out for an unusual quantity of cold
winds for the next two months, We
don't want il understood, however, tina,
we are eithera prophet or wea.her-cock.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

SIR JOHN FRANKLIN.--We stated yes
terday, that Sir John Franklin was las,
seen in l645, anchored 10 an iceberg
He was seen by Capt. Martin, of The
British whaler Enterprise. Sir John,
while conversing with Capt. Martin, told
him tina. he had five years provisions
with him, which he could make last sew
en-, and his men were busily engaged in
sailing down birds, of which they had
several casks full already, and twelve
men were out shooting more. This. ia
vors the probability, that Sir John and
his companions are still alive, cruising in
that mysterious open sea which covers
the pole.- Galena Advertiser.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
~ A Hoosier presented himself TO the

~ Al Hoosier presented himself TO the
captain of one of the Western steamboats,,
stating that he had been i'll for several
weeks, and was entirely ont of money
and wished situation. The captain re-
piled that there was no situation on his
boat that was vacant. "Well, said The
Hoosier, IL done care what it is. but |
must have some sifeuafion." IL havn'l
any for you, ] ain sorry to say" replied
the captain. "Well Eow, look here, cap
iain," said the Hoosier, 1--WE wont waste
words about it; III tell you what I'll do,
I'll engage with you for the season for
$500 and at The end of that time, if you
don't like me, III bny the boat"
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
$500, 900
In California Gold,

All persons wishing TO organize for a
trip to Oregon in the coming spring, will
please attend two mass meetings, the Is,
one TO be held al AGENCY CITY on
the SECOND SATURDAY in Janua-
ny next. at the School House. The
End will be held at DAHLONEGA ON
the SECOND SATURDAY in March.
An address is expected frolA DELAzoN
SMITH, Esq, at The meeting at Agency
City. M. BRYSON & OTHERS.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
w A w ashineto ton corresponds

LIZ A w ashlnetOn correspondent oil
the Missouri Republican says:
You will, | have no doubt, see with
marked pleasure, the proposition for a
general observance Of the birthday of
Washington. The times require it,
New men and new doctrines have come
up, and it is necessary that the country
should again recur to the counsels and
The admonitions Of Washington. An in.
formal meeting was yesterday held of
members of the House Of Representa-
tives; to take measures for public din
ner, TO be participated.in by the oppon-
en,s OF the Intervention doctrine. II will,
no doubt. go on. Meanwhile, it is prop
er to say, that the Senate viii! pass reso.
lutions against Intervention and lis kind
red heresies, without serious opposition.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

Iowa CRY LAND DIsTRIcT.-The To-
wa Republican gives the statistics of the
sale Of lands in Iowa city land Distrie,
for five years and one month ending De-
cember 1851, from which it appears that
l,l55.4S2 acres had been "entered" du-
ring that period. The Iowa city land
District embraces but about one fourth OF
The area of the state.-Dubuque Herald.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

U The Dubuque Herald comes TO
us This week in mourning for the death
of Mr.. Alfred A. White, one of its pro-
prielors. Mr.. w. was rs years of age,
and had endeared himself, by his many
good qualities, 10 large circle Of ac,
quaintances.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

VIRGINIA u. s. SENAToR.-It is said
that an effort will be made TO send the
Hon. Henry A. Wise TO the u. S. Sem
ate. by the present Virginia Legislature,
in the place of the Hon. II. M. Il. Hun
ter, whose term expires on the 4th of
March, 1853.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
Law & AGENCY NOTICE.
WORTEIINGTON G. SNETIFEN

ioNIlNUES to practice Law in the SUI
" preme Court, to attend cases before
Congress, to prosecute Claims and settle
accounts against the Departments and
Boards of Commissioners, to procure Pa
tents at home and abroad, to obtain PEN
sions and Bounty lands, to collect debts,
dividends, legacies and inheritances in any
part OF the United States and in foreign
countries, to make investments Of funds In
Loan and Stocks and on Bond and Mort
gage, and to negotiate the purchase and sale
OF Loans, Land and Patent-rights in any
State of the Union.
, Particular attention paid to California
Land Title cases coming up to the U. s. SUI
preme Court on appeal.
CO. Communications PREPAID, address
ed to w. G. Snethen, 5 Carroll Place, Cap
itai HILL Washington. ID. c., will meet with
prompt attention. Jan. 18th, 1852.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
Administrator Notice.

NOTICE is hereby given that the under
IN signed have been appointed and quail
if ed as Administrators of the Estate Of
James w. Manro, deceased, late of WapeIlo
County, Iowa. All persons indebted to
said Estate are hereby notified to make i'm
mediate payment, and all persons having
claims against said Estate will presen them
legally authen ticated within one year from
this date.
BENJAMIN YOUNG, Admit
ELIZABETH MANRO, Adm'x.
Jan. 2Sth 1852.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
v The las, Fairfield Ledosr renor,s

fS The last Fairfield Ledger reports,
upon The authority OF gentleman from
Keokuk, the failure Of BANGS & BRo-
THEIRS, Contractors on the Des Moines
improvement. The Keokuk papers say
nothing about it. and there is every rca-
son to believe that il is untrue.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

Vino ALMANAc.-This valuable work
for 1852, has been received. Ii con-
iaips fifty pages Of statistical and miscel-
laneous matter that is worth fifty times
the price of the book. Single copy I2a
cents; 81 per dozen; 81 per hundred.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
Five Cents Reward.

L0R runaway Boy, by the name '.of
IL AsHBILL SPERRY. He is sixteen years
old in February next, he left my place of
residence, in Mantua Township, Monroe
county, Iowa. without any just cause. l
therefore. for all persons from harboring
or trusting him on my account, as am de-
termined not to pay any of his contracts
ISRAEL SPERRY.
January 9th. ..l852.-w2--pr. pd.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

II Castor oil is used instead of sperm
oil or lard oil, in Illinois. The Jackson
vile Journal says il burns with a white
light and does not clog the wicks.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

IB There will be FIVE Sabbaihs in the
month of February, this year. The
same will not occur again until $780,
Where shall we all be then! Don't
mention it. m
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

~ The true distance from New York
to San Francisco is as follows:-From
New York to Chagres, 1900 miles;
from Chagres to Panama. 4S miles; from
Panama to San Francisco, 3,700 miles;
total, 1884 miles.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

Sioux KILLING CHIPPEwAs.-We
learn that one day last week. party of
Sioux struck upon a hunting party of
Chippewas on Elk River, and killed
seven.-Minnesota Democrat.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

CoNGREss.--The House has instruct
the Judiciary committee TO report bill
for an act, making Deputy Postmasters
elective.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

u Our citizens who are struck with
the "Oregon fever" will find an interes-
ting description Of that country on the
FIRST page of to-day's paper.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

CARRYING TRADE.--Hunt's Mer.
chants Magazine says: "Shortly the car
rying trade of the globe must be in our
hands! Upon our shores are the gates
through which pass the worlds merchan-
dise."
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
Notice,

I DO not consider that it is my duty to
L run after man to pay his note or ac-
count when it is due. ! now give notice
TO all interested, that after their notes or
accounts have been due reasonable length
of time and not. paid, they may expect to
find them in the hands of proper officer
for collection. Il. WASHBURN.
Ottumwa, Feb. 9Th, 1862. If. ~.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

UJohn +. Tourney memorializes
the Legislature of Georgia to pass bill
legalizing polygamy. Colt Johnny! z
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12
sssa 60 -

LIZ Don't forget the Railroad Consen
.venlion. FRIDAY the 18th inst, is the
day. Let everybody be here.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-02-12

Columns have feet as well as ladies'.
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1852-01-07

The next expedition to the Arctic re-
gions, in 1s52,Iin search of Sir John
Franklin, and tlb missing crews Of the
Erebus and Terror, discovery ships, will
be made as eficiett as possible.
In addition, fhe Pioneer and Intrepid,
employed in the recent expedition, the
Phoenix, much larger steamer Of 26O
horse power, has been ordered to be fitted
out for the Polar Seas.
AUSTRIA.
A lot of prisoners from Hungary, men
and women, were brought to Vienna on
the 10th ult. They included Kossuth's
sisters and some Hungarian mobiles. Aus.
tria cherishes the idea of striking severe
blow against the commerce Of England,
apparently hoping to unite the chief con-
tinental countries in prohibitive system.
In Austria and Hungary discomfort is
hourly increasing
At Vienna great anxiety is felt for news
from the United States, respecting the re-
ception Of Kossuth.
In Germany the press is forbidden to
record the events which occur in France,
in a manner adverse to NJ. Bonaparte.
ITALY.
There is increased uneasiness in diplo-
matte quarters respecting the movements
of Austrian troops near the Po, who have
order to advance upon Rome. 1t is also
said that Prince Schwartzenburg asks the
Sardinian government to receive an Aus
trian garrison in Piedmontese fortress.
INDIA.
The overland mail has arrived with dates
from Bombay to the 10th November.
Dost Mahomed was flying, and Sir C.
Campbe!l's forces on the frontier had taken
MitcLnu, and driven the enemy to the
| hills.
Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1852-01-07
Later from France.

The Atlantic reached New York on the
4th inst
The elections-securely guarded by Ma
poleon's troops-had passed off without
any outbreaks, and at Paris, up to Monday
22d ul:., the returns were for Louis Napo-
leon 1900, 0,00O-pposed to him, 600, 600.
1t was thought Louis Napoleon's majority
would be 100000!
The despotic powers are not all SO cordial
in their greetings Of the new Usurper, as
it was anticipated they would be.