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The weekly Minnesotian. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1852-1858, 1854-05-06

Mr.. EVERETT AND THE UrIsEMANN LETTER
We commented with some freedom, a few days
ago, says the Washington Union, upon the alle-
cation made against Mr.. Everett by cores
pondent of the New York Evening Post, that he
had set up a claim to the authorship of the Gel
ebrated Hulsemann letter. Our censures were
based upon the superstition that the allegation
was true. Mr.. Everett remains silent on the
subject but the Boston Courier relieves him to
some extent Of the injurious imputation and as
that journal is understood to occupy relation
to the parties concerned, which gives weight to
its comments, We deem it but an act of justice
to Mr.. Everett to publish them, as tollows:-
The special correspondent of the New York
Evening Post, who, with "optics sharp, sees
what is not to be SEEM" has recently been ex-
ercising his imagination at the expense of the
credulity of his readers, upon story with re-
gard to the authorship of The celebrated Hulse-
mann letter, and the authorship thereof into
which he has drawn Mr. Fletcher Webster. and
manufactured various circumstances which are
without any origin in fact. We understand
that the whole Of his statement in regard to Mr..
Everetts correspondence with Mr.. F. Webster,
during Mr.. Everett's late visit to Boston, Mr..
Fletcher's reply, the excitement of friends, &C.,
DC. so Enthusiastically set forth, is wholly
without foundation. No snch correspondence
took place-no such original draught was Civ
en- by Mr.. Fletcher Webster to Mr. Everett, nor
did any communication of any sort take place
between them on the subject. Whether or not
Mr. Everett had hand in the preservation of
the Hulsemann letter, we cannot say it is very
likely, certainly, that, being i'll at the time, at
Franklin, Mr.. Webster awaited himself of Mr..
Everctt's ever-ready friendship on that, as on
other occasions and the friends of both would
be willing the whole world should know the
fact-if such were the case-which would be
equally honorable to both parties, and show in
most agreeable light, the confidence and friend
ship that existed between these two distinguish
ed gentlemen. That Mr.. Everett, however, is
perfectly anxious to make such facts known
himself or that he procured such draught for
publication, or made any publication of it. We
do not believe. We have never seen it. 1t
would have been highly proper thing, GER
tainly, for Mr.. Webster representatives to pub
lsh the circumstances and doubtless they will
at a proper time, if the facts authorize them to
do so; but we can easily see that the statements
OF the Post correspondent are intended to in
Jure not less the one living statesmen than the
memory of the other, deceased.
The weekly Minnesotian. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1852-1858, 1854-05-06
The Government, and the Lumbermen.

The Government and the Lumbermen.
Since our last, the matter of difference be-
tween the Timber Agent and the Lumbermen
has assumed an aspect much more favorable to
the latter. The Daily Democrat Of Wednesday
has the following:
awe are informed by Col Irwin, the U. S.
Marshal, that he and Capt Estes are fully aU-
thorized, by written instructions from the De-
partment at Washington. to allow RATS of lum-
Der cut on Government land, to pass without
seizure in all cases where the owner will within
three months. deposite money in the Land Of
fee sufficient to enter the land on which his logs
have been cut-the rule adopted 10y the Mar
shall, recurring deposite sufficient to enter a
quarter of land for every 600, 900 feet of lum-
Der measure so cut on Government land. This
arrangement will be generly satisfactory to the
lumbermen, who have no disposition to trespass
upon the Government lands, and only require
the privilege of entering these lands; which priv
lilege has been in great m ,asure hitherto denied
them. Col. Irwin has labored indefatigably to
bring about this arrangement, and if we right
ly comprehend it, it is sufficiently liberal to all
parties. Col Irwin also informs us that Capt.
Estes was unremitting. during the winter, in
his endeavors to procure a modification of his
instructions. The new instructions have lately
been received, and will we hope, be the means
Of putting stop to the disgraceful annoyan-
ces to which we alluded on Monday. The only
proper course for the Government to adopt in
reference to these lands, is Immediately to have
surveyed such as are unsurveyed, and bring
them all into market at the earliest possible day
After this shall be done, we apprehend the Gov
eminent will find little further necessity for
the employment ofspecial Agents for the pro-
lection Of its interests"
In conversation with the MAJ shall, early the
present week, the same statement precisely was
made to us as is above published. Since then,
Capt. Estes has been in the city, and number of
our friends among the Lumbermen have had
interviews with these two officers which have
resulted in an arrangement of settling the whole
matter upon the basis laid down in these last
instructions. This is entirely satisfactory, as
the Democrat declares, to the Lumbermen, and
of course also satisfactory to those editors and
other citizens who have felt it their duty to sus-
tain the Lumbcrmen. At least so far as we are
concerned, we are free to say our whole object
is accomplished; or perhaps we might more
properly remark, that the present arrangement
does away entirely with the necessity ofpursu-
Ing the matter further, at least to-day.
The weekly Minnesotian. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1852-1858, 1854-05-06

THE NEBRASKA AarrArroN.-The Cincinnati
Atlas says I'VE have opportunity daily to
converse with gentlemen from Kentucky and
etner slaveholding States, and we have yet to
Hu1 tne hrst man who does not condemn the
Nebraska agitation, and those who have forced
Il upon the pation.'' '0'0'1
The weekly Minnesotian. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1852-1858, 1854-05-06
TBy Authority.1
Proceedings Of the Common Council.

Proceedings Of the Common Council.
THURSDAY, April n.
The Council met pursuant to adjournment.
Prcsent,-The President, Geo. L. Becker
Aldermen BAIL, Cave, Tanning, Irvine and
Marvin.
The President called the Council to order.
On motion of Aid. Becker, it was
Resolved, That the form of Assessment Rolls,
for the use of the Assessors of the city, be the
same as are used by the County Assessors ;and
that the City Printer be requested to furnish
blanks Immediately, for the use of Assessors.
Aid. Tanning reported Gan Ordinance, in re-
lation to Shows and Theatrical Exhibitions" "
with the recommendation of its passage.
On molten, said Report was received and
Committee discharged.
The Council then considered said Ordinance,
which was read first time.
Aid. Irvine moved to suspend the rnles in or
der to read said Ordinance second time. Mo-
ton prevailed. Ordinance read and passed.
On motion of Aid. Cave, it was
Resolved. That the Clerk be authorized to
issue license to Mr.. Stone to exhibit the natu-
raj curiosity in his possession, in the shape of a
calf with one head and several tails for two
weeks in this city. upon his bringing the Mar
shal's receipt for $40.
On motion of Aid. BAIL, the Council adjourn
ed until Tuesday evening next, at o'clock.
GEO. L. BECKER,
President.
SuERwooD HorcH Citv Clerk
The weekly Minnesotian. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1852-1858, 1854-05-06
SHERWOOD HouGH, City Clerk.
TUESDAY, May 2.

TUESDAY,, NAY q.
Present,--His Honor the Mayor, David Ohm
sted his Honor the President, Geo. L. Becker
and Aldermen BAIL, Cave, Tanning, Irvine
Knox and Marvin.
Council called to order by the Mayor.
The Mayor appointed Aldermen Marvin and
Cave a Health Committee.
Moved by Aid. Becker that said Committee
be instructed to enquire into the propriety o.
appointing Board of Health, and report al
next meeting of the Council. Carried.
Aid. Becker, from Committee appointed fol
that purpose, reported IAN Ordinance in rela
ton to the erection of certain buildings within
certain limits"
Report was received, and on motion of Aid
Becker, said Ordinance was read first time by
its title, and laid over under the rules.
Previous notice having been given, and on
leave granted, Aid. Becker introduced IAN
Ordinance relative to The use of streets and al
leys."
1t was moved and carried that said Ordinance
be read first time by its title.
Ordinance read and laid over under the rules
On motion of Aid. Becker, it was
Resolved, That the City Marshal be instruct
ed to report to the City Attorney the names o.
all persons selling spirituous liquors without o
City Attorney be instructed to prosecute all
such persons, without delay.
A Report from the City Comptroller. agree.
able to Sec IL Of chap. 3, of the City Charter
was presented.
On motion of Aid. Becker, said Report was
referred to Committee on Ways and Means.
Ordered, on motion of Aid. Becker, that the
City Printer print 100 copies of the Comptrol
ler's Report for the use Of the Council
His Honor the Mayor appointed Aldermen
Cave and Knox Committee on Ways and
Means.
Aid. Cave gave notice that he would ask
leave to introduce AN Ordinance in relation
to Dogs; also, AN Ordinance in relation tc
Markets.
| Moved by Aid. Becker that when the Coun
Gil adjcurns, it adjourn to meet on Thursday
evening next, at o'clock. Carried.
On motion of AID. BAIL, the Council ad
D. OLMsTED,
Mayor.
SHERWOOD HouGu, City Clerk.
THURSDAY, May L.
| Council met pursuant to adjournment.
Present,-IIis Honor the President, Geo. L
Becker, and Aldermen BAIL, Cave, Tanning
! and Marvin.
| OF Mr.. Bissell to sell horses at auction in III,
streets. Laid over.
| OF G. W. Bayliss for license for less tim,
than one year, to sell liquor.
REPORTS.
| Committee of Health asked for further tim,
to report. No objection being made, further
time was granted.
| Resolutions.
| By Aid. Becker:
Resolved, That Committee of one from
each Ward be appointed to confer with the Cit,
Surveyor and Commissioners, to determin,
upon plan for an accurate and thorough sur
vey of the city, and the establishment of grades
to ascertain the probable cost, and fix the com
pensaton of such persons as are employed il
the prosecution of the works. Adopted.
The City Treasurer appeared and delivered
1855 Is in town orders, which he had received
on taxes for 1853.
Ordered, That they be referred to the Clcrl
for examination, and if found correct, that h
cancel the same.
Council adjourned.
GEO. L. BECKER.
President
SHERWOOD HouGu, City Clerk.
The weekly Minnesotian. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1852-1858, 1854-05-06

SHERWOOD HouGu, City Clerk.
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22
E-GE EEz EjEr
mitchell &. FOSTER.

HAVE just received and are row opening
l. / at their old stand. very large and we'll Sc
lected, Fresh aad geisliae stock of Drugs, MEDI-
cINEs, PAINTS, OILs ana DYE SruFrs.
.4LSO-A large assortment OF fancy articles,
and an extensive variety of Soaps Pcriumeres,
ponades. and every article necessary tor ladies'
and gentlemen toilets. Also. a large assortment
of Wines and Braudies selected on account OF
their putty Tor Medicinal purposes. in fact they
have every thing usually kept in a Drug Store
TO which they invite the attention OF Physicians,
Planters and the public generally.
They are determined TO sell their stock as low
and upon as reasonable terms as the same articles
can be purchased in any Southern Market Their
motto is large trade and small profts.n
Fushineton, .Apra 10, 1854 lG-
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22

The Charleston Courier. in noticing the arrival
in this country Of Jerome Bonaparte on the steam
or Africa says: 'He is wealthy resident of Bal
timore. and son of Prince Jerome Bonaparte. by
Miss Elizabeth Patterson. returns from Europe,
having placed his son in the French army. The
young Bonaparte has taken the same grade there
as he held here, having been made Lieutenant
in the Seventh Dragons. He is at present sta
toned at st. C.oud, and after a little more pre-
paration will be turned ont genuine French Of
iicer ready for active service.
The Emperor of the French has taken great
fancy to the American Bonapartes. and having
made not only officer, but Frenchman OF the
young Baltimore Bonaparte he has also succeed
ed in pursuading his father to give mp his estates
and home in this country. and remove with most
of his family 10 France. My informant states
that princely title awaits Jerome Boraparte
the republican, and that its gittering promise has
had not little to do in convincing him of the
policy OF becoming a Frenchman aud noblenlan.
No provision. titular honors are in reserve for
his mother, Miss Elizabeth Patterson so she will
remain in Baltimore. Her illegally divorced hus-
band. Prince Jerome, has another WIFE, who
would prefer to have number remain on this
side the water. The Bnnapartes only mortal
after all, and as easily dazzled by the pomp and
promises OF Courts any OF u.s.
Men,. Eagle s Eng.
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22

CoUNrEpFEIr BIILs.-Chenlcal processes are
now used by adroit rogues in changing small nanl
bills to those of larger denominations These
frauds are increasing alarmingly, and show that
the perpetrators persons well skilled in chem
ical science So Thoroughly is the work OF alter
alton done in these instances, that those who
make money their business. and devote wears
to the critical examination of bank notes. are de-
tect such frauds, and the community is thus sub
ject TO nnumerabe impostions of tie kind. The
northern papers mention several instances OF re-
cent occurrence, in which one dollar bills have
been altered TO five and one hundred dollar notes.
in manner so ingenious as almost to defy de-
lection.
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22

MARSHAL NEY's DEArn ScENE.-The ven
geance OF the Allied Powers demanded some vic
tins; and the intrepid Ney who had weiI-nigh
put the crown again on Bonaparte's head at Wa
terloo, was TO be one of them. Condemned TO be
shot, he was led to the Garden Of Luxembourg, on
the morning of the 7th December aud placed in
front of file of soldiers, drawn up to Kill him
One OF the officers stepped up 10 bandage bis eyes.
but he repulsed him. saying. Are you ignorant
that for twenty-five years have been accustom-
ed to tace both ball and bulleta7 He then lifted
his hat above his head. and with TIE same calm
voice that had steaded his columns SO frequently.
in the and tunut of battle, said, Il declare,
before God and man; that | never betrayed nv
country; may my death render her happT. Vive
la Francew He then turned to the soldiers. and
striking his hand on his heart, gave the order,
Soldiers iTel2 A simultaneous discharge fol-
lowed, and the "bravest OF the brave" sank to
rise no more. ''He who had fought fps hunircG
battles for France, not one against her was shot as
traitor' As looked on the spot where he fell,
| could not but sigh over his fate. True, he broke
his oath of ailegiauce-'o did others. carried away
BY their attachment to Napoleon aud the enthusi-
asm that hailed his approach to Paris Still, he
was no traitor. Feds Scrap Book.
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22

The Loudon Free Press of the 25th, saws that
six spans of the railroad bridge at that place are
nearly completed, and the other four may be ILL.,
ished in short time. Ii suitable timber could
have been readily obtained the framework: Of the
whole bridge could have been completed and read y
for raising so soon as all the piers are finished
the last one of which will be done by the 5th
ult The entire bridge will be1competed, the
grading between Loudon and Knoxville finished
and the rails laid by the time the E. T. & Va.
road is ready to meet them at Knoxville. The
iron for the work has and is arriving al Savannah
and vii: soon be at Loudon, when the track lay
ing will be commenced.
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22
Military Discipline.

gIn theyear iS46;' writes Santa Cruz" under
the title OF California Military Tactics. gentle
man of the legal profession. wao resides at tae
present time in Sacramento county. received
captains commission from Commodore Stoc kton,
with orders to organize volunteer corps. Yerba
contained in lS46 very spare population, bul by
the indetatigabie exertions OF Capt. H., respect
able BODY of men were induced to pus their names
to an Instrument OF writing, the substance OF
which was, that they would agree to serve as vol
unteers during the war in Company B. The
CAPTAIN had great difficulty in Distinguishing his
men from other citizens. as they had no uniiorm.
To make marked dstiaction. the Captain pIir-
chased number OF bal!-crownei hats, very tall
and ridcuiously huge at the top. Ihe hat most
generally Ia use was the low crowned, souched
California hat. AT meeting of the company,
the new uniform, was unanimously adopted
Some objections were made to the great height
of the crown of the hat but as such ooectons
came from persons who were in the habit oil ear
ryIng more bricks in their hats than they could
conveniently balance they were voted down by
the old ard regular drinkers, as unworthy OF con-
sideration. Notwithstanding this rebuke from
the veterans, several of tae younger members in
iniquitv made their appearance on parade il
state bordering on ntoxlcatoa.
They were ordered to fall into line All obey
ed the order but one. Mr.. P. well known 10
those who lived here in-torty sIx.H Mr.. z. back
ed up ganst OF the posts in front Of the house,
before which Capt. II. had drawn up his men.-
This was in h-arpey street, between Clay and
Washington. Fall into ranks cried the Captain.
81 cond not entertain the proposition 10 iali' said
Mr.. P, cant leave this past, siT.' Fall into
the ranks again cried the Captain; III you don't
| will take off your head, sir!7 ~Tdke it SIR"
said p, lit is al yopr prservice." The Captain step
ped back and drew his sword. which happened to
be long dragoon sword Il say, once more"
cried the Captain at the top Of his voice 'lal in!
If you don't at the words one, two and three.
will take off your head" Mr. P. remained i'm
movable. The Captain raised his sword in the
face OF the whole company, and IN the most SOL
emn manner whir!ed it around his head, pfonounc-
ing one-two. and three, he cut the huge uniform
hat of P. in two. Just grazing the top of his head.
There. sir is specimen o. what can do. The
next cut. of goes your head VIII you fall into
ranks now, sirt' Yes sir-r-e-e,i said p, Il am
perfectly satisfied The hat was cut in two as
clean as il it had been done by razor, aud P
never winked an eye when II. made the stroke
P said he knew H. did mt intend to cut his head
of, but be did'n think be would cut so Internally
close 10 it," So much for military discipline here
in 1886 lCal1oFnia paper
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22
Fan.cy end STAPLE Dry Goods.

Fancy and STAPLE Try Goods.
JNHE undersigned having completed and re-
4 moved 30 their new building adjoining the
PLANTERS HOTEL. respectfully invite their Gus
toners and the public generally, TO an exanlina-
ton of their Stock of
Fashlonadle Dress, g. Staple Dry Goods,
which have been carefully selected and are sur
passed by none in the market. They have also
on nand large and general stock of
Groceries, Hardware,
Queens-ware, Glassware, saddlery, &c,
together with great variety of fashionable
Re5{y Na9e Cioh ar-
HITS. caps. BOOTS. SHOES. ETC.
whica they offer Tor sale. low for Cash or on the
usual time TO puactua dealers
Cal! aud examine their stock and prices.
BELLER & STUART
IV1si'agsoa 9ag Is, 1854 33-tl.
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22
New Goodsy New Gooos.!

IN &V. BLOCK, have Just received di- "a
ICs rect from New Orleans. per steamersSsS
New World and B. E. Clark, the following arti
cles, to wit:
Dry Goods,
Gingham. Muslins. Jaconet Swiss Null and cross
bard. Prints. Solid and other colors. Do
mestics. C Al Bro. Sheet
inss, Sea Island Cot
ton, Lowells. Spun yarn--Pongee and linen cam
bric Handkerchieis, Whalebone. &c.,&c
Groceries,
Whiskey Monongahela.
Rose and Fietchers Extra, Du-
puy q Grand Brandy. Sugar. Coffee,
Moasses in barrels and half barrels: Salt
Mackerel, Tobacco, Candles. Soap, Rice,
Starch. Pickles Sardnes Lobsters. Salmon Clans
Candy, Crackers Cheese Loaf Sugar &c &c. Sc.
Hardware.
Iron, Nails. WeeGirg and Grub Hoes. Trace Ok,
Fifth aud Breast Chains; Grass Scythes Wagon
Boxes. Bar Lead Powder, Shot Double and single
Barrel Shot Guns Grass and Cotton Rope Wool
and Cotton Cards. Broad and other Axes. &c. SC.
EGDTs Il SHOES,
Calf Sewed. Kip and mud Boots. Brogans. Ladies
Walking Caters ard Buskin Shoes. also children
and youths Shoes.
sadaleTy.
Hope and Attakapas Saddles, side Saddles, Saddle
Wallets Carpet Bags, Brides. Martineales Surcin-
gles Girths, Horse Collars and Blind Brides, &c
&c &c.
ALSO, general assortment OF Hats and Caps,
black satin Vests. &c, &c. All of which in addi-
ton to .heir previous stock of Goods making as
complete an assortment as can usually be found in
this ket, and tn which they respectfully solicit
the attention of their friends, and purchasers gen.
srllly, being ever rcaay to serve them with des
patch.
Washington Fej. Is. 1854. 7-tr
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22
Come and Gee.

MITCHEL & FOSTER, are daily receiving
WI handsome, and rich selection of fancy ar
tices, which are both useful and ornamental-
among which are Bohemian Vases, China Vases.
Sewing birds, Ladies work-baskets, &C.. &c.
Washington, .Apra &c, 1854 IL
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22

Buckwheat cakes are not well adopted 70 wo-
men or children. Men who are engaged in ont
door occupations have strong digestive powers,
and can dispose of them, but they should be eaten
by no one OF indoor habits, disposed to constipa-
ton or dyspepsia. Children should never begin
to eat them until they have full set OF teeth aud
then should be carefully watched until they be-
come accustomed 10 them; for they are ieversh
things at best. Eagle E. Enq.
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22

Fubbs, while recently engaged in splitting
wood, struck false blow causing the stick to fly
up. 1t struck him on the Jaw ana Knocked out a
front tooth. An" said Bill. meeting him soon
after, you have had dental operation performed,
see.' 'Yes" replied the sufferer accidental y
AMI by such pun, he revensed himself upon
fate.
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22
WASHINGTON HOUSE,
EVaSEa:ysGGOla ATEA'S.

THE PROPRIETOR respectfully [fsA
Il informs his friends and patrons, l.sr.ltta
and the public generally. that he has ssss sAS
recently completed new and COM ea-1aa++zz-sszL
modious addition to this well known establish
ment and thoroughly renovated and rehtted the
entire buiding-baving added several large and
pleasant rooms to those heretofore in use.--all of
which have been well supplied with new and
comfortable furniture and bedding. With these
advantages the proprietor Eaters himself that the
"sVaslaingfon House"
will be found one OF the most convenient, rcomy,
and pleasant establishments in South Arkansas.
His table will be supplied with every delicacy the
country ahcrds-his house is well provided with
careful and attentive servants and the proprietor
pledges himself to spare TO pains or expense TO
promote the comfort of his guests.
His Stables and Lots large and convenient
well supplied with provender and viii be attend
ed by faithful and trus,y Ost ers.
THE ST.lGE OFFICE.
For the lines Of stages from Washington to lit
tie Rock and to Clarksville. Texas. is kept at this
house-the stage leaves Washington for Little
Rock, every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday
mornings az o'clock A. NJ. and for Clarksvile,
Texas, every Tuesday. Thursday and Saturday at
the same hour-going through to either place IN
two days:
Washington telegraph., 1854-11-22

a sentimental chap in Rhode Island intends to
pstition Congress. at its next session for an ap-
preparation to improve the channels oil affection.
so that heneeiorth the course OF true love may
run smooth