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Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

Merico-Her Future.-In another column,
we give a full synopsis of the reply of the ex-
Napoleon of Mexico, Santa Anna, to the Com
missioner sent from the State of Vera Cruz, re-
questing the exiled chieftain to return to his
native land, and re-assume the reins of power.
This document We regard as one of the most
important State papers which has appeared on
this continent for the last quarter ofa century.
Made public in Mexico on the same day that
Gen. Pierce delivered his inaugural at Wash
ington, it acquires additional weight fran its
contrast with the views set forth in that docu.
ment.
Its deep hostility to Arista and his party,
will leave them no resource in case Santa Anna
returns and carries his enmity into practice, but
to rally the northern States of Mexico to their
support, and thus produce a civil war, which
will result in the formation of a new Mexican
republic west Of Texas. It's deep hostility to
the United States will, if Santa Anna returns,
arouse the whole Mexican nation against US,
and in The delicate position of our relations with
that Republic, render almost inevitable a war
between the two countries. In that case the
destInies of Mexico are sealed--she will be.
come another American State.-Picayune.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
o. See New Advertisements merit poo,
LIVER pUJc

U11ave now become the great sooc;fo
Hepatis or arrangement of the liver, in ;tsn-.
complicated forms. This medicine has done ~
immense amount of good in curing this fearf,f
disease, so common throughout the United States
and as evidence of its efficiency, we will state that
it is superseding every other remedy. The do.
mand for this certain cure is unprecedented Or
ders for it are coming in from all quarters and
every mail brings something of the following
tenor
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio, Jan. 1851.
Messrs. J. Kidd 4 Cove are nearly ont Of
M'Lane's Pills. 1t would be well to keep us sup
piled. as there lisa great demand for them in our
place. OGEER' & CLARK,
For sale by SCOVlL & MEAD, Ill Chartres
street, New Orleans, Wholesale Agents for the
Southern States; also sold by A. E. RICHARDS,
Plaquemine. mhos
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

The Catholic CoHege-We are glad to perceive
the success attending this Institution. We Incl
dentally become aware, occasionally, of an addi-
tional augmentation of scholars and should think
that but few more could be admitted before the
main building is erected. The scholars now at
tending this College, we are much pleased to know,
are not confined to the children of Catholic parents,
but composed of comparatively a large number
from Professionals; and in this, to our mind, much
good judgment is exercised. When we send our
children to school we should be happy to have
them under the tuition of men who, living apart
from the world, entering into none Of its vices,
and feeling none of its ambitions and aspirations,
can better and with more advantage to them, de-
vote their whole minds to the moral and educa-
tional advancement of their pupils. This care and
attention of those under their charge, is a trait Pc
culiarly characteristic of the Catholic Professors
and the world has given too many evidences of
their success and ability to require any recapitula-
ton at our hands.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

complimentary Benefs.-Of late, it ap-
pears that q crazy mania is prevailing in New
Orleans-the mania of giving Complimentary
Benefits to any body and every body in the
theatre and show line. Formerly, such a mark
of distinction was only bestowed upon those
of extraordinary worth and genius; but SO
common aud SO low has the originally excel
lent custom at length got, that the bell-ringer,
the call-boy or the clown, has only to signify
his wish to a friend, when a request is drawn
up, signatures obtained, and the correspon-
dence published-and people at a distance will
wonder who the deuce it is that is thus so no.
nored. We perceive that Mayor Crossman
and others have a very extensive acquaintance
among the 6enefciaries. Have not some one
of our city contemporaries given this subject
q t~houghte ..-.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

Remoraz of the Seat of Gorernmenl.--The
Della thus comments upon our u~pselfsh and
highly applauded article in favor of bringing
the Legislature to Plaquemine. 1t will be per-
ceived, however, that our distinguished con-
temporary disagrees with us and thinks the
Capitol ought to be established where "brandy
could not interfere with brains" from all ac-
counts brandy has but little chance of interfere
ing with the brains of the present Legislature,
at least:
"The Plaquemine Sentinel is in favor Of the
removal of the Legislature from Baten Rouge,
but opposes its being located in New Orleans.
Where then does the amiable editor seek to fl
it9 In the pleasant little own of Plaquemine,
of course, and his arguments in favor of this
position are many and various. Amongst
others, the "creature comforts" of the tow
are dwelt upon-the beeves from Attakapas-
thefpoultry and game from Crosse Tete-the
groceries of Hart and Degelos-and the liquors
Of Moore and Carlin-and we have dim sus-
picion that this argument will be regarded as a
solid one by our illustrious law makers. Then
he might add, the beauty of the scene-the fine
wooded copses which surround the town-the
long stretches of pleasant green-the facilities
for evening walks and sentimental excursions,
(Which would not be thrown away on the ju-
venile members,) all render Plaq uemine the
Paradise of politicians, and would improve the
health and spirits of our Representatives. We
are sorry, however, we cannot agree with his
position. There are too many creature CON-
forts" already surrounding our Solons, and we
do not wish to see the number increased. Re-
member thai Cassius, who, according to shak-
bly, a clean man." and do not conspire against
the delicate proportions of our friends. If you
could only hit upon a place more distant from
town-life than Baton Rouge, where the reign
Of comfort has not yet been too firmly estab-
lished-where brandy could not interfere with
brains-we would be decidedly in favor of re.
moving the Legislature to that appropriate
spot"
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
The Crosse Tete Road

In a former number, we alluded to the ap
preparation granted by the Police Jury for tht
improvement of this road, the best means O.
applying this appropriation, and suggesting
that a levee be made upon the oyeraowed por.
ton Of the road. We are pleased to learn thai
our suggestion has been well entertained by
those who have thought upon the subject and
whose interests lie in that direction. The only
objection that w have heard made to the work
arises from the belief that it would cause high
er water in Bayou Plaquemine. We cannot
believe that this would be the case to any per.
ceptible degree, either above or below the Wiz
lage, with the vast outlets the water would
have, Notwithstanding the leyee. If it made
higher water any where it would be in Bayou
Crosse Tete, but even there we do not believe
that any difference would be observed. As an
evidence that there is but little cause for fear.
ing an increase of water at any point through
such a work, we would state that we learn that
a gentleman who has large interests at The In
dian Village is highly in favor of it.
Certainly, if the levee would prove inju-
rfous instead Of beneficial, the idea of con-
structing it should be abandoned. That our
citizens on Crosse Tete should have the facili.
ty Of a road to get to the seat of government,
If for no other reason, there can be no ques-
ton; and to our mind, a juror or a witness
would be perfectly justifsble in disregarding
and disobeying any summon Of court with
the only chance before him of getting here
which pater offers.
Plaquemine is not fully alive to her inter-
ests through the accomplishment of the work
spoken of, or any other which would insure
good and constant travel to and from the rich
and fast growing districts of Crosse Tete and
the Marangouin. Our dry goods merchants,
groeers, &C., best know the benefits of their
trade, and know too that that trade is yearly
increasing. Are they prepared tamely to look
on and see it turnedin another direction?
If the work suggested should be deemed
and feasible, men of influence and
who feel interested, should move in the
The only interest that we have in it,
is the interest common to all Iecated and doing
business here, who are benefited by any i'm
provement tending to augment the prosperity
Of the town and parish.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26


We were visited yesterday by the Agent for the
sale ofthis work, and were pleased to examine one
of the most beautiful maps that we have ever seen,
compiled by Mr.. JACOB Monk, of Baltimore. 1t
exhibits in one unbroken view the whole of our
posessions-giving a correct map of California,
showing every new county and courthouse, every
river, creek, and place that has received a name in
the Gold State, together with all overland emil
grant routes to that region, all routes of United
States Exploring expeditions, forts, stopping places
on emigrant roads, mountain passes, locations of
Indian tribes, &c, the railroad routes through the
States, and the boundary lines lately run between
Mexico and this country, and the boundary lines
of our newly created territories it likewise gives
the Tehuantepec, Nicaragua, Panama and all 9TH
her routes and projected routes from the Atlantic to
the Pacific ocean. A full and minute map of Mex
leo, Central America and Cuba, is also given. In
deed, it would require an article of greater length
than we have at present time and space to give, TO
allude to the many interesting features of this USE
full and handsome map.
The Agent for the above work is at present in
Plaquemine, for the purpose of obtaining subscri-
bers, andwill call upon our citizens. The exceed
ing low price asked, in connection with its value
as a correct reference, should induce every family
to possessit.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
Associate Judge for the 2d District.

W-We are authorized to announce ABNER
NASH OGDEN, Of the parish of jefferson, as a
candidate for Associate Justice of the Supreme
Court in the I'd District, comprised of that portion
of the city of New Orleans above Julia street, and
the parishes of Jefferson, St. Charles, St. John the
Baptist, St. James. Ascension, Assumption, La
fourche interior, Iberville and West Baton Rouge.
70 ALBERT DUFFEL. of Donaldsonville,
present Judge of the 4th Judicial District, is pre-
sented to the Electors of the Parishes of West Ba-
ton Rouge, l~berville, Ascension, Assumption, La
fourche Interior, Terrebonne, St. James, St. John
the Baptist, Jefferson, and New Orleans above
Julia street, as a Candidate for Associate Judge of
the Supreme Court for the Cd District, and will
receive the cordial support of his many friends.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
The Legislature,

1t is peculiarly interesting to copy the va
rious opinions of the Press respecting the &C.
ton of the Legislature. The following is from
the Picayune of Wednesday:
A Good Time Coming and Come.-The LIE.
| g~islature has exhausted the sum first appropri.
ated to pay the mileage and per diem of it.
members. A second appropriation is now
needed. What with manufacturing cords OF
bills and acting on but few of them, absentinp
themselves so as to have no quorum several
days in the week, &C., the Legislature is hav-
ing a pretty time of it. We begin to think
they should be paid on the principle observed
by the Emperor of China towards his physician:
when the Emperor is sick the doctor is not paid;
| he is, when the Emperor is well. Our Leeis.
lature is very sailing" just now.
We notice with pleasure, however, by a de-
spatch which has just been shown us, that this
spirit of dilatorinessdbes been met by a reform
movement which manifested itself in a verv
singular activity. Our readers will all be glad
to hear this.
The first thing the reformers did yesterday
afternoon was to pass a bill reported in the
morning, to raise $4,000 to pay the members
of the Legislature their mileage and per diem.
This is quick and commendabIe work, and we
hope it will be followed up. There appears to
have been no 'log-rolling;;" the bill.passed with
out distinction Of party.
And here is another paragraph which we ex-
tract from the Bulletin of the same date:
aThe present Legislature will certainly inn.
mortalize itself. 1t has characteristics peculiar
to no other deliberative body upon earth. In
the way of adjournment, no other Legislature
has ever equalled it-and, we confidently as
sert, never can or will.
On Friday last, both houses adjoured, for the
want of a quorum of members. On Saturday,
ten members answered to their names at roll
call, and forty-three members in the House-no
quorum in either branch!
Some fifty insignificant bills have received
the approval of the Governor, during a session
of nearly two months! What wondrous indus
try! What surprising evidences of legislative
application to business!
We would suggest that, after passing the
railroad and judiciary bills, etc, the Legislature
The treasury ia empty, the people
are heavily taxed, and cannot we'll afford to pay
for the expensive amusements almost daily
seen in that remarkable achievement of archi-
lecture, yclept the State House, at Baton
Is it not a good idea, that public meetings
be held. throughout the State, requesting the
Legislature to adjourn forthwith and sine die?
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

GThe Bulletin, in noticing our arguments
IN favor of bringing the Legislature to Plaque
mine, and particularly the indueement we of.
ferod, that "the members can get a game of
drau poker at any time they choose to wink
their eye" thus concludes:
ave suppose, after this, we will look upon
the removal question as settled-that the
draw poker argument is irresistible. Can't
the Baton Rougians do something TO offset
this extraordinary, this unparalleled attraction"
We reckon not! Show us the Democratic
Legislator that doesn't love draw poker"
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

The Gipsy-This fine packet was sold at public
sale in New Orleans on Wednesday last, 10 close a
partnership. Capt. URE became the purchaser,
and is now her sole owner, and continues to be
her commander. They are an admirable pair to
travel with-URz and his Gipsy-and we trust
that a long and prosperous future is in store for
both,
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

TResolutions have been offered in the Legis-
l~ature, land passed with some amendments which
We have not seen) eulogizing the Administration
of MILLARD FILLMORE, and requesting him when
he comes South, to visit Baton Rouge and accept
the hospitalities Of the State.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
Shin Burnt ut Sea.

New York, March 2l.--The ship Golden
Gate, bound from Boston for California, has
been struck by lightning and burned at sea-
Fifteen persons persisted. The Golden Gate
was insured in the Boston offices for $780,
900.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
Notice.

WISHING better to observe the Sabbath, I
w intend to keepmy doors closed on that day
after this week, to avoid business, except putting
up Medicines and Prescriptions required. ANY
person calling for these things on Sundays will rap
at the store door when it is closed, as some one
will be within to attend to them.
For the present, the Post Office will be open on
Sundays from s to 8 o'clock in the morning: and
in the afternoon, from l to 3 o'clock.
March 1926 A. Z. RICHARDS.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
Appointments Comfirmcd.

Thomas Evans, Esq, has been confirmed by
the US. Senate as U. S. District Attorney for
Charleston, and I'D. B. DcBow, Esq, Editor
ofDe Bows Reriew, as Superintendent of the
Census, rice Kennedy. Mr DeBow entered up
his duties on Friday.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

Governor Of Tsnnessee.-It is very probable
that Major G. A. Henry will be the Wing can
didate for Governor Of Tennessee at the coming
election. The Wings could not select a bet
ter man in the State for that important posi-
ton. .
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

Mr.. Petin-This gentleman returned to
New Orleans on Wednesday last from New
York on the steamship Empire City. He ship
ped all his machinery, balloons, &c, on a sail
ing vessel, which may be expected soon to ar
rive.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

Dy-The Sheriff advertises for sale on the 25th
April, Land, Horses, Cattle, Household Furniture,
&c, belonging to the succession of Eugene Che
Waller Hossler.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
Notice.

A IL persons having claims against the success
n sion Of Sonbie Molaison, deceased, wife of
Pierre Brouss arR' are hereby notified to present
the same IN the Undersigned administrator-and
all persons Indebted to said estate are also hereby
notified 10 make payment to said administrator,
ia uhes ADONIS PETIT, Admir-.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
Government Appointments.

Washington, March 2t.-The Senate has
confirmed the following appointments of Post
masters. John Barrow at San Antonio, VIM.
Marras, at Tuscaloosa, and Cortez D. Rabillan
at Huntsville. Ala.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

GThe State of Maine $50 far in advance of
all other States on the road to progress and a
better state Of existence) has enacted a law.
rendering it necessary that persons shall reside
five years in the State before they can take out
licenses to peddle goods, wares and merchan-
die: This is intended to fall particularly on It'll
nerant Jews.-Es. Raper.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

UEx-Presideht Fillmore did not start for
the South on the 18th as was anticipated, on
account of the illness of Mrs. Fillmore. He
expected to be able to leave the next day.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

UWe are happy to perceive that the little Ma
~ JAM, Capt. SHORT, is proving satisfactorily,
by her great regularity, that a Irregular packa''
between here and Crosse Tete, is not chimerical.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
Office Seeking.--X, writing from Washing

O.D1ce oeektng--A, writing from Washing
ton, on the 9Th, to the Baltimore Sun, says:
The city, as might be expected, is full of
ofice-seekers. It is understood President
Pierce will himself make the principal appoint
ments. A protracted stay in Washington will
hardly be a special recommendation in the ap-
plicants.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

CU-1t will be observed by the advertisement
of Mr.. A. E. RICHARDS, that his Drug Store will
in future be closed on Sunday, except for the sale
of medicines. A few hours only will be devoted
to Postofice business on that day.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

uTThe reported decrease in the French army
proposed by the Emperor, is said by the Paris
correspondent of the New York Courier and
Enquirer, to be a mere sham, the men to be
discharged being entitled to it, owing to the ex-
piration Of their term Of service; besides which,
they are to be only partially released so that
they may be at any moment recalled.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

OThe Louisville Courier states that Capt.
VIM. Glover, q former resident of that city,
has obtained the contract for a daily mail be-
tween Louisville and New Orleans at S45oO 600
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
Dissolution of Partnership.

THE Partnership hitherto existing between the
l. undersigned in the Dry Goods, Hardware and
Grocery Business, is this day dissolved by mutual
consent. JAMES P. LONGLEY,
mh26 FRANCIS HARDIN.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

Mr.. Be7yamin.-A Washington letter writer
of the 18th says:
Dir. BENJAMIN will tomorrow give his views
about the Tehuantepec grant. An extended
reputation preceded him, and expectation is
raised to a very high pitch.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
ANNNUNCEMENTs
For Chief Justice.

vJudge THOMAS sLIDELL, is a candidate
for the office Of Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
of Louisiana, at the election or the first Monday
Of April next.
~CHRISTIAN ROSELIUS is a candidate
for the Office of Chief Justice of Louisiana.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
Avis.

ToUTES les personnes ayant des reclanatlonS
/ contre la succession de feue Sophie Molalsohr
6pouse de Pierre Broussard, sont prizes de les pae
sentes au soussigne administrator pour pare ales sopt
-et tous ceux qui doivent a la dite sucee; stpateur
prizes d6u faire lie Placement au dit admini
dams dix jours de cette date: r,rrr Admir-.
mhe6 U PEII
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

Gone Kome.-Mr. BOWIE, member Of the
House from the parish of st. Landry, has re-
signed and gone home. We would not be
surprised to see a general stampede in the Le-
gislature. There is but little honor or credit
to be gained, it seems, by continuing to be a
member.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

TFather Mathew is still CONSUMING his in
defatigable efforts against intemperance. The
Cork (Ireland) Examiner says that his endea-
vors in that city are being attended with the
greatest success.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

Iit is said that RaffaeIe Mont, the Mns
90 scu5ptol, sends his wonderful yelled st.ss
OF 11e nasnlul beSsar to the New York C S.a
tai Palace for exhibition, in Nav. iTGis sF!s-
nounced to be the only work in which d pro-
ent transparency has been given to sold "P ,par
Die. ~N"u mar.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

VA Washington despatch says that Presi-
dent Pierce has declared he will appoint no one
to be U. s. Marshal who is opposed to the Fu-
gitive Slave Law.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

UThe Columbus Times says the small pox
S spreading to a alarming extent in South>
Georgia.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

pLima is the topmost city of the earth, be.
ing situated thirteen thousand seyed hundred
and twenty feet above the level of the sea.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26
BY THIS MORNINGS MAIL.

UNo New Orleans papers Of yesterday
were received by the mail of to-day. The pa
pers generally are barren of any exciting news.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1853-03-26

GSince 1887 four Governors of New Mex
leo have been murdered, either by the rebels
or by the Indians. It is no envible berth.-
Newton Lane, formerly of Kentucky, is the pre-
sent Governor.