The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-06-30
observation-disclosures.
sQUATTER SOVEREIGNTY IN KANSAS.
(From the Baltimore Sue, June 28.l

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To-day large number Of highly respectable oiti-
zens of Kansas Territory and Of the State Of Mis-
sour. assembled here for the purpose OF organizing
"Claim Association 10 protect their rights as
squatters on the soil of s.id Territory.
The first resolution adopted by the meeting de-
cares in favor of bona ftfc squatter sovereignty,
and Acknowledges the right of any citizen of the
United States to make claim in Kansas Territory,
with the ultimate view of occupying it.
The third resolution declares as follows, VIII
That every person OF lawful age or who may be the
head of family, who shall mark out his claim Of
I60 acres that it shall be apparent how the same
lies, and proceed with reasonable diligence to erect
thereon cabin tent, shall be deemed to have
made proper claim
The eighth resolution declares as follows viz:-
That we will afford protection to no abolitonists as
settlers OF Kansas Territory.
And the ninth declares, THAT we recognize the
institution Of slavery as already existing in this Ter
ritory. and recommend to shareholders to introduce
their property AZ early a. possible"
According to these resolutions ab0litiOnist5 or
free sellers would do well not to stop in Kansas
Territory, but keep on the Missouri river until
they reach Nebraska Territory where they can
peacefully make claims and establish their abolition
and free soil notions; for If they do they will be
respectfully notified that but days grace will
De allowed for them to take up their bed and bag.
gage and walk.
1t is estimated that some two thousand claims
have already been made within fifteen miles of the
military reserve, and in another weeks time double
that number will be made.
Inc hanSdS river Is nAvlgaD!e Tor several months
in the year far Fort Riley and for that reason
Its valley in couple Of years must become thicky
settled.
The Mormon camp here has had few cases of
cholera, resulting no doubt from heavy dews at
night. and hot sun during the day. Its number Of
wagons and tents is increasing daily. The advance
party expected to start on or about the Goth inst
for Salt Lake city. The weather this week is ex
ceedingiy warm.
OUR EXCURSION TO NEBRASKA.
From the Council Bluffs (lowa) Bugle June 13.
1t was with considerable satisfaction taat we, on
Thursday last. left daily aanctum, crowded with
exchanges, huge folios and hard work, and stepped
into the vehicle prepared for our excursion, well
slowed with sundry very useful articles to hungry
man. and not the least pleasant in "Our minds eye"
was o fragrant box of neat Havaaas.
Our company consisted of some fifteen or twenty
in all, amongst whom was our esteemed friend. Hon.
G. p. Avery, of Owego N. Y. Col. Jesse Williams,
A. Lewis. with Orion and Russell's Band, and num-
Der Of others who crossed the Missouri river, in
spect of the departure of the Hon. A. w. Rabbit,
whose encampment for the first night was at Old
short drive a beautiful hard road, passing our
favorite retreat, "Ellisdae," brought to the
Winter Quarters ferry, twelve miles above on the
river, where good, well manned and capacious
steam ferry boat was waiting and in three minutes
we landed all our company upon the far-famed soil
OF Nebraska. After a refreshing draught from
clear cold spring that gushes from the hill side,
few minutes brought us to the eneampment of
Messrs. Rabbit and Stiles, situated upon pretty,
grassy KNOLL with the green carpet thicky Despair
gied with myrads OF red, juicy strawberries, which,
bytbebye, abound plentfuy in the river borders Of
this highly interesting country. A cheerful camp.
fire was soon blazing and our animals turned loose
to Craze.
By the kind invitation of Mr. Rabbit, the whole
company encircled his broad spread table, (bufalo
skins spread on the ground,) and RECALLED upon lux.
uries that his generosity had prepared for his
friends, which were neither scanty Of inferior
quality.
After the repast, the band struck up some soul
stirring airs, which seemed in good keeping with
the calm, pleasant evening. with the blue curtain
above, studded with sparkling diamonds, and our
lamp the placid moon; our carpet the velvet green
OF natures handiwork, with the gentle zephprs OF
spring. laden with the sweets and perfumes of my
RAIDS of flowers from the broad wide gardens of the
West to fan MS gently. number of ladies being
present. spirited dance ensued which repeated
until oil were satisfied. Other amusements and
sports were enjoyed with mnch zestby the company.
There were some fifty persons in all who were pre-
sent, but Tommy Henshal and Billy Clancy bore of
the palm for skill in getting up something anus
ing. At reasonable hour the campfire was well
ieplenishcd, and circular bed Of robes &C., spread,
and all retired in quiet to repose, and to dream OF
the great future Of that lovely land.
Early morn brought the report Of horses being
missing. A scout soon returned with the conviction
that they had been stolen by the Indians. com.
pany Of horsemen started on one trail north, whilst
we, with small Company, took the road for the Elk
Horn, where we arrived $50 miles) in good camp
time. after passing over most delightful country for
scarcity of timber, which may only be found upon
the streams.
We encamped for dinner on the Papillon, where
there is some nice timber and excellent water. In
approaching near the Elk Horn glorious and grand
scenery breaks upon the vision. The eye takes in,
at glance, the country ahead for some twenty
miles, giving full view of the Elk Horn and Platte
rivers, with their winding courses, groves, bluffs and
valleys-at shutdown the scenery is both grand and
enchanting.
At the Horn ferry we were greeted by the two
gentlemen residing there-Messrs Holister and rur-
ner-who have charge of the two ferries at that
place. These gentlemen showed us every possible
attention and kindness, both for our comfort and GU
riosity, and gave much information in regard to
the emigration this season. The river being high we
met with success in fishing, although there are
fine fish in the stream Our roast venis0n eaten
with relish while seated natures grassy carpet
around the camp fire. Here we found a number Of
Pawnee Indians, one of whom had monster of a
young black eagle which he had captured after hav-
ing broken che of his wings. We had an excellent
nights rest, and at early hour started homeward,
snatching occasionally from their native beds cus
ter Of sweet flowers To oar surprise, at IL o'clock
we met Mr. Rabbit and family, soon starting for
ward. He had returned, purchased more horses,
and with his proverbial energy was pushing for
ward, with scarce hope Of recovering his lost pro
perty. After gathering some fine berries, we re-
crossed the river upon the fast running ferry boat
Nebraska, and after making sumptuous dinner,
returned home, well pleased with our company and
our trip. Capt. McLennan has our warmest thanks
Tor kind attentions to our comfort. He has an ex-
oellent boat, and a crew who know how to man it,
THE KANSAS TREATY-THE INDIAN MISSION.
From the Cincinnati Gazette, June "a.
We have been favored with private letter, dated
the 9th inst, from the Friends Shawnee Labor
School, situated on the Shawnee Reservation about
five miles west of Westport, Missouri where some
fifty pupils children Of the different tribes, Shaw.
bees principally Sacs and Foxes, WyaDdotts Stock
bridges and Muncies, under the care of Friends.
The institution is farm OF $50 acres, los under
fence and cultivation, supported at an annual ex-
III vel l.
more furnishes from 800 to 500, Ohio from 5000 to
S400, and Indiana 81 200.
For fifty years have the society Of Friends been
1ab0riDg among the Shaw lees.
The Shawnee Baptist Mission, in the Indian Ter
ritory, is under the superintendent Of Francis
Barker.
The proposed Kansas treaty seems to have created
much dissatisfaction in different portions Of Kansas
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