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SIR have the honor to transmit to you herewith
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ENLARGEMENT OF THE CAPITOL
IL The Committee on Public Buildings of the
Senate, having been authorized by resolution OF
that body, to invite plans accompanied by esti-
mates for the extension of the Capitol, and to al
low premium Of five hundred dollars for the
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NATIONAL INSTITUTE,

WASHINGTON, May ~, 1850.
SIR have the honor to make known to the De-
partment OF State the action which this Institute has
taken on the subject OF your communication of the
18th instant That action is comprised in the follow
ing resolutions, unanimously adopted after full dis
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the subject submitted to it by the Department OF
State.
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constitute committee suitable to be recognised by
the Government to hold correspondence with the
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Amercsn productions at the proposed Industrial Ex-
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COL Peter Force, President of the National Insti-
tutc.
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DOaru OF Regents oil the smithsonian institution.
Hon. Levi W Woodbury., M NJ L., Associate Justice of
the Supreme Court of the United States.
Commodore Lewis Warrington, IT, S. NJ, M. N. L.,
Chief of the Bureau of Ordnance and III photography
Prof Joseph Henry, Vice President of the N. L. Sec
rotary Of the Smithsonian Institute
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE,
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SIN have duly recclveo your letter OF the 9th
pltno, communicating to this Department the PRO-
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THE WEEKLY DISPATCH,

Whole number Of representatives 233.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-05-27
Exciting News from Rio Grande
City and Roma.

Ttoo Men Hung by the Citizens-sir
Wericans Shot IN Camp-Probable
Murder OF Z, H. Harris of Roma.-A
party of gentlemen arrived last evening
from Rio Grande city, from whom we
learn the extraordinary events which
from the caption of this article.
For want Of room we are obliged to
give only the facts without any of the at.
lendant circumstances and pariculars.-
L! seems that Mr.. Pauen, a gentleman,
from Brazos, Texas, formerly from Mis-
souri,, started from Rio Grande city for
the purpose of over,aking some stock,
which was being driven into The interior,
and stopped to sleep at noted camping
ground, called "The Wells" Here were
ncanped two Mexicans and boy
When Mr.. p, was asleep he was set up
on and his brains beaten out by the fel-
lows, for the sake of his money aud ef-
fects. Information to this effect having
been given by the boy, party of ci,l-
zens started out in pursuit, and one of
the fellows was taken. ...- Ha.
After regular trial he was hung by
The citizenc of the Rio Grande city, in
presence of the whole people--al con-
curing Just before his execution, he
made other confessions. from which a
party started from Roma, crossed the
river, and returned with the other fellow
who had assisted al the murder of Pailen.
After the same formalities haG been ex.
tended 10 him, he was also hung at that
place. But the work was not yet finish
ed--justice was yet to be administered
to others--a party started out and near
'he scene of the murder, charged upon
and killed six more Of the Williams, who
have been in the habit, for long time
of committing similar depreda,ions in the
vicinity. We have neither space nor in
cllna.ion to commen, upon these situa-
tons and the necessity for such acis.-
Ii is sufficient TO say that the whole peo-
pie concurred in the executions.
We have yet to record another proba-
bic murder. and probably by the same
gang of robbers or one of its various
ramifcations. r. III. Harris, of Roma
left Rio Grande city for this place abou,
sixteen days ago, and has not since been
heard from. There is scarcely doubt
as to his fate. ..s r.... ....E as.va
Ii things go on at this rate, not a Mex
lean, in short time, will be suffered TO
live upon this side of the river.
Since writing the above, we have seen
a letter from Rio Grande City, in which
il is stated, that the murderers confessed
that party to which they belong was
organized OH the other side of the river
for the express purpose of numbering
Americans on this side of the river, and
that large number OF the gang are still
on this side. ,8 +. ..,...... ,.. ....
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-05-27
Mexican RrruptiOn--A America Set
lers Driven from their Homes.

The house of Mr.. A. V. Edmonson
was attacted on Friday last, while the
inmates including him self and two or
three other persons, were totally uncon.
cious of their danger. Upon going to
the door, Mr.. Edmonson saw that the
house was completely surrounded by
Mexican robbers, who, upon his appear
ance, commenced 10 fire upon the house.
Selzing his arms, which were unfortun-
atelv not in condition for use, he called
upon The other to follow him, and made
rush through the line and succeeded in
making their escape unhnrt. Many shot
were fired after them but none took effect;
one man, however had three ball holes
through his shirt Proceeding to ranch
al some distance, they obtained assistance,
bu. returned too late to effect their pur-
pose. 4" a
The place had been completely robbed
ofevery thing it conianed--all the house
hold furniture, provisions, clothing, down
to the smallest articles, were carried a.
cross the river, and all the stock, consi az
ing OF twenty-five horses and mules driv-
ell off, as they believe. in the direction of
Matamoras, on the Mexisan side of the
river. A skirmish across the river, took
place between the parties, and the rob-
bers, in derision, sand they had only now
commenced and intended TO rob every
American on the river, and kill them if
they could. They said they were act.
'
and they intended shortly to stack and
sack Brownsville. Threats of this kind
have been frequently made from persons
of the way, and it is said, in many in
stances, come from Mexican officers.
Mr.. Edmonson's rancho is on The riv-
er, about forty miles above Brownsville.
MAIL RIDER KILLED BY INDIANS
The mail rider, on the las. trip up from
this place, was killed by Indians. abou,
twenty miles from Laredo Brownsville
Rio BRAVO, of the 2Sth.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-05-27

The Maysville Tribune says if Jerry
Dilatory would pay us that dollar he
owes us for small, job we did for him
two years ago, we would pay Mr.. Dry.
goods the dollar we owe him; he would
pay Sam Vulcan for shoeing his horse;
Sam would pay Bob Charcoal for his
coal; Bob would pay Joe Axeman for
his two days chopping; Joe would pay
Jack Grist Tor his last bag of corn meal;
Mr.. Grist would pay Doctor Esculapius
for his medicine; the Doctor would pay
The widow Broom for her two day IS
washing; she would pay Bill Grocer the
dollar she owes him; Bill would pay
Coke upon Litileton' his fee for counsel
in the State Of Ohio VS.. Bill Grocer;
Coke upon Littleton' could pay Peter
Crispin for the mending of his boots;
Peter could then go and pay Tim Hay
stack the dollar he owes him on the hay
he bought of him las, week: and Tim is
such good honest soul that we know
he..would come rightin and pay :he dolla:
he owes on subscription. .. H.#
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-05-27

On the llth inst, while the special
train for the West was standing on the
track of the Michigan Central Railroad,
at Niles, freight train loaded with ties,
supposing the track TO be clear, came
round the curve at its usual speed, plum
ged into the standing train smashed the
first car into fragments, and breaking the
second badly. Guerrit Wise, German
from Prussia was killed; Mary Higgins
killed, and two little sons slightly wound
ed-has husband in Wisconsin, await
ing her arrival at Milwaukee: Elizabeth
Jacobs, from Lutzenberg, Germany, was
killed; Thomas Hamilton, Irish, injured;
his father killed by blow on the head.
Four or five others are not expected to
recover. Whole number of wounded 35
The two engineers are under arrest. -
We hope the law will deal with them az
they deserve. Is there no protection a.
gainst such outrages!-Galeaa .adu.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-05-27
Going to Law.

Lawing is pretty well shown up in the
following anecdo,e of two Duichmen,
who built and used in com mon a small
bridge over a stream which runs through
their farm.
1t seems they had dispute concern
ing certain repairs which it required
Alter a time, one of them declined to bear
any portion OF the expense necessary to
the purchase of two or three new planks
Finally the aggrieving party went to
The neighboring lawyer and placing $40
in his hands, said, "I'll give you all dish
moneys if you'll make Hans do justice
nit te pridge.' .. ....-.. ~ ....
"How much will it cost to repair the
bridget" asked the honest counsellor of
the determined li,igan,. ".
"Vell den, not more ash five tollars,"
replied the Dutchman. ......... f..
"Very well,' said the lawyer, pocket
ing one his notes and giving him the 9th
er, stake this and 60 and get the bridge
repai ed; it is the best course that you
can take" --..# s . .. rs
"Y a 81 said the Dutchman, slowly,
y-a-a-s; dat ish more better ash TO quar-
rel nit Hans"
As he went along he shook his head
frequently as if unable after all to see
how he gained anything by going to law.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-05-27
WASHINGTON, Nav 2,

The Secretary of State has conclu-
ded a treaty with the British Minister,
and also with the Minister from the States
of Central America. which settled all the
matters in regard to Central America.
The rights of the American Nicaragua
Canal Company, and the rights and in
terests of Americans who may engage in
commerce in that region, and fully rec
ognized and protected by these arrange
menis. The taeaty will be submitted to
the Senate at once. Mr.. Webster left on
Friday evening for Marshsfeld where he
will spend some days. The Nicaragua
Minister will leave immediately, the OBJ
ject of his mission being accomplished.
Next week the Senate will, | think
ratify the treaty with the Sioux Indians
of Minnesota, whereby the Indian title 70
abou, forty six thousand square miles Of
territory is extinguished.
:-ltis stated by some of the leading
friends of Gen. Scott, in this city, that
he has determined with their advice and
assent, to write a letter expressive of his
appreciation of the Compromise meas
ures, and his determination to execute
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-05-27
A warning to smokers.

A singular case Of asphyxia is related
in one of the French journals. A youth
of the name of Lemoine, paid visit te
an uncle, who is farm laborer in the
neighborhood OF Havre. This man oc-
cupied small and ill ventilated apart.
ment. The nephew. at eight O'Clock in
the evening, went to bed in the room.-
Soon after, the uncle and two compan-
ions entered the room all fell to smoking.
The youth fell asleep. At midnight the
visitors withdrew, and the uncle went
to bed. Laying his hand upon his ne
phew, he found him unnaturally cold,
and endeavored to wake him, but with.
out effect. Help was called; some fain,
indications Of life appeared, and ply
sician directed operations for the recov-
cry of the patient. All proved vain; the
next day he expired. A post mortem
examination was made, and the physi-
clan pronounced that he had died Of con.
gestion of the brain, caused by the res
piration of tobacco smoke during sleep.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-05-27
Language Of Flowers.

We are indebted to one of our distan
contemporaries for the following inter
pretation of the language of flowers
1t will be found useful in courtship car
ried on by mystic signs: '..
Dahlia, is-Foreyer thine.
Observation-Disclosures returned.
Jonquil-First love.
Blue Violet-Faithfulnes or, mus
be sought TO be found.
White Fiolet-Modest virtue. sa
Aithea--l would not act contrary te
reason. ...........
Bachelor Button-Hope even in mis-
cry.
Cape Jessamine-My hear: is Joyful
Cedar You are eutitled to my love.
China Aster-You have no cause fol
discouragement.
Bay change but in death.
Broom Corn-lndusify.
Hearts Ease-Forget me not.
Locust-Sorrow endelh not when il
seenelh done. ....
acknowledgements, or, you are
one of natures nobility.
Myrile-Love wiihered-love betray
ed. s#a ~ E..s
Peach Blossoms Here I fix my
choice.
Pink, variegated-You have my friend
ship, ask no more.
Evening Prmrose-Man's love is like
the changing moon. #..9. ....
Rose 3uG--rhou hast stolen my af.
fections.
Rosemary-Keep this for my sake
III remember thee.
Dahodil--Self-love is the besettine
sin. . e.. .. .... ... J
Ice Plant-Your very looks freeze
Ladies Slipper--You are too wild fol
sober company. "
Oak-l honor you above all others.
White Rose--Art has spoiled your
beauty.
Tansy-I mean to insult you; l de
clare war against you.
Whcal--Take care of your ears; they
are the bes, part about you. ...
Mimosa--1our irrilability hides your
other good qualities.
Box Vice-I change not.
Wall Flower-My affection is above
time or misfortune.
Yearing-Now thy art is known, thy
spell binds not. ................
Holly-Come near me if you dare.
Butter Cup-Deeei. is often thus Gov
cred. 8sa- ...s.. i..