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Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04
For the Daily Times.
THE WFAKIR OF SIyA.n

For several days, sober-minded citizens have
been much annoyed by seeing the Court House
turned into lottery or gambling shop. 1t has
also astonished many, that the majority of the
press of this place, should seem disposed to press
the claims of every Baron Munchausen and great
Mo GULL that comes to town.
With great satisfaction the editorial of the
d" Times," of Friday, has been read. 1t hits the
nail right upon the head. Hoping that you will
always pounce down upon those who live to gull
the people, and gamble under false names, believe
me pleased and CONSTANT READER.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

ANOTHER CASE OF CHoLERA.-A Frenchman in
the employ of Mr.. Spence, Eagle Bakery, died
suddenly of the Cholera on the 2Sth. He was
properly provided for, by the Board of Health
We believe this is the only case which has occur
red in the city for a week past.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

CV WILDER NJ. Hayward, Esq, who for a few
weeks past has been connected cditorially with
the Pioneer, has been admitted to practice law
in all the courts of Minnesota. Mr.. II. is Young
man of energy, and excellent talents. and will
honor the profession to which he belongs.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

C23. That delightful music on Wednesday NOR
ming last, from the excellent Band which accom-
panied the ST. Louis Excursion Party. was fully
appreciated. Many of our citizens are indebted
to the gentlemen for thus remembering them at
the '.witchin, hours of midnight"
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

cTTIt j. stated that at the funeral of Il color
ed man at Richmond, Va. a short time since, up
wards Of 5000 persons were present. When
slave dies at the south there is generally great
turnout, but this exceeds anything we ever heard
"a larger funeral than the whole population OF
S. Paul
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

VALUABLE MINERAL LANDs.-A few years since.
we learn, that the late VIM. Hampstead offered
his valuable mineral lands at ShulsbuTgh fol-
sale for the sum Sis 900, but found no purchaser
Since that time, the same lands brought the own
er, in rents and from sale of the premises last
spring, the sum of one hundred and twenty five
thousand dollars !-Gdlena AdU.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

GThe Galena Advertiser states that when
the Railroad is completed to that place, persons
can take the cars and reach n. York city in two
DAYS. Then our citizens can reach the same
same point in four days, and when we get rail-
road to connect us with Galena or Dubuque, we
can get through in three days. This is pro-
crcssive age-hcar the whistle?
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

C1g%We observe that during the temporary alb
s"ncc of Earle $. Goodrich, Esq, who left for
Cine matt on the Nominee Of yesterday morning.
the Pioneer will be under the editorial charge 0
Maj. j. J. Noah. Mr.. Noah is sprightly wri-
ter, and VIII no doubt make an interesting paper.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

PESHAN's AGENTS AHREsrED.-Four of the per-
sons engaged in selling tickets for Perham were
arrested in New York last Saturday, for violation
of the statute against lotteries. Mr.. Perham was
absent from the city. His Office was entered and
the contents taken to the police Office. The par
ties were held to bail at $4,000 each.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

Cg~ Writers for newspapers and others should
take notice that St. Paul is not spelled with an
apostrophc and an g. but simply ST. Paul. Min
nesota is spelled Just it is printed in this arti
,le St. Peters and the Minnesota RIVER are the
same-it is more generally and properly known
ne the Minnesota River. Persons having occasion
"a rse il should so write it-Minnesota. =
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

RS- The New York Observer contains the an
nouncement of the death of Susan Pierson, of
Bridghampton Lonr Island, who had been con6n-
ell to her bed by "a ,tion upwards of Fifty years,
during which time she did not set her foot upon
the floor. and in all that time did not sit upright
ia her : 4.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

c. A late arrival from California states the
news from the mines continues of an encouraging
nature. The yield was very satisfactory.
The crops come in finely.
Further difficulties from the Indians are report
ed in different sections Of the State.
The Pres't of the Legislative Council of WASH
ington Territory wes accidentally drowned at Pu-
gets Sound.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

e. Hon. E. 3. Washburne, from Illinois, was
q firm friend of the Minnesota railroad bill and
did what he could to procure its passage through
the House. Let the fact be remembered.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

THAT DAILY MAlL.-We hope that daily mail
which was announced to commence Oh the first Of
July, will come off according to the bills, but if
were to credit common rumor, We should set it
down as a fixed fact" that there will be no dali
ly mail to st. Paul for some time yet. The De-
partment do not pay sufficient sum to make it
an object for the boats, and consequently little
interest is manifested, except by those who will
be more Immediately benefited. Still, that daily
mail is much needed, and efforts shouldnot be re-
Taxed to procure it.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

The EXCURSION PARTY The Excursion party
terday, appear 10 be enjoying themselves finely
Last evening the Prairie State was turned into Il
grand Saloon, where the company in connection
with several of cur citizens, enjoyed themselves
in the mazcs of the dance until towards the small
hours of the night. They leave this morning we'll
pleased with their visit.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

CO Gov. Gormau has just returned from the
winncbago and Chippewa Agencies, whittier he
has been to make payments. The probability is
that he will be uaier the necessity of removing
tn, latter agency. in consequence of the difficulty
which seems to exist between the Indians and the
agency relative to the recent i:e.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

PAUL AND HIS SIsrER.--An interesting little
story with this captain, written for the Tires,
appears IN our columns of to-day. Miss Town
send has already been introduced to our readers
by the several articles which we have published
from her pen, and we feel sure that her present
effort will only tend to strengthen the acquain-
tance of the numerous friends who admire her
writings.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04
TALL WALKING.-The Mount Morris, n. Y. In

ion, says:
Some time since, we noticed the feat performed
by Mr.. G. vooreies, of West Sparta, in carrying
the mail, weighing forty pounds, on foot to Ky
We now learn that he is about to walk from Ky
sorvile to Auburn, distance seventy-six miles, in
one day, on a wager Of $5OO-the feat to come
off this month, as soon as the preliminaries are
settled.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

QT The communication of &c Henry" shall ap
pear tomorrow. He is always welcome to [:
place in our columns.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

INDIAN TREATY RATllIED.--A dispatch f.om
Washington, of June 10Th states that the Senate
i'll executive session ratified Minnesota Indian
Treaty regarding transfer Of land.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04
R,m,ar Oorr,ssondenoe of tn. rimes.

TIE Assessnent-Amouas Of P"per'y-Couaty Expenses
Inpropsme,is-Emer Celebrating the Fourth, Sc.
SMAKoPEE, June 9th, 1854.
have been allowed the privilege of examining
the Assessment Rolls of the Assessors of the "a
District of this County, and find that the amount
of assessable property in his District, amounts to
over fifty thousand dollars. The returns from the
LIST and Sd Districts have not vet been made, but
it is estimated that there will be thirty thousand
dollars worth of taxable property in EACH Our
County expenses last year were $3.50. This year
they amount to but little moro, so that tax of
less than one per centuns, will pay off our County
debt, ana leave a surplus in the Treasury. The
reports show that Shakopee now contains about
800 inhabitants. The population of the County
Will reach nearly six hundred.
We have now, about forty substantial frame
residences, and every loat comes crowded with
llmhe.. c. Barnes has commenced moulding
brick, an, will be ready to burn u kiln in about a
week Spier Spencer has engaged the first lie
is about to erect a four story warehouse, the two
lower stories to be OF stone, and the two upper
ones of brick. This will be quite an addition to
the uppcr part Of the town. Tho same place is
Is being improved by the making Of an excellent
lcvec.
Some fifty new farms have been opened this
spring, and every thing bears the appearance of
enterprise and industry.
II. Constance has lately opened grocery and
storage house at the foot of Holmes street.
The river is high, and boats can pass over the
RAPIDS The Black Hawk is now W. Although
there are three steamers in the Minnesota River
trade, they are not sufficient to supply the wants
Of the people.
Judging flom the large number Of emigrants,
Who have passed through Shakopee, both in wag-
ons and steamers, the upper country must be rap
idly settling.
| | have no doubt but that three thousand people
have gone up the River, since the beginning Of
s.,ring.
The unsurpassed fertility of soil along the
Minnesota Valley has given to it an impulse which
will place it beyond competition, and ill it with
an honest, enterprsing set Of thrifty husbanjmen.
Four lime kilns are now in operation.
Cur citizens are making preparations to cele-
bratc the coming Anniversary of our National In
dependence. No certain plan has yet been adop-
ted, but it will be celebrated in such way as the
great event which it commentaries, deserves.
- V.
We at the nd small
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

18th. MINI esotan thinks we treated the
Sd; andy AMI tob :cco'' man CT the New York
Times in too dign' fcd manner. We think not
Our OBJECT was 10 expose his shortcomings in
such way as to convince all candid minds Of the
fal,ity Of his assertions. For MIR. Raymond we
entertain high regard, ana believe the Oh
noxious article in his paper was inserted without
his knowledge. 1t is the first time we ever heard
him compared to James Gordcn Bennett, the
prince of blac. Ill editors in the Uri cd States,
and it strikes us. that tn, sweeping denuncations
Of the Mirncsotian arc wholly uncallcd for and
not in good taste. Speaking of the article, our
contemporary says, ''I.ct it CO." That's not
tight. If the article was a '.libel'' on our city
AMI its inhabitants it ought to be cleared up, and
not pass it over in ring manner. This we
consider the duty Of the press TO perform, and it
should be done in sach a way as to carry conyic
lions Of its carnestncss TO the mind of the reader
Whether we have fulfilled our duty in the premi-
see. il remains for the public to say.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

CO The war Eagle arrived yesterday morning
with lbs Cabin and 40 deck passengers. She re-
ports the water in the river low. We are indebt-
ed to the clerk for late papers.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

CYrIn Boston, on the 4th of July singular
feature of the day will be, according to some of
the papers, that Of upwards of one hundred chill
dren's carriages, containing infants, and drawn
by children from Eve to ten years Of age. The
carriages are to be beautifully decorated with
flowers, and each ono will vie with the others in
their endeavors to be the best looking one in the
crowd.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

q The City Marshal of Milwaukee sent 1l9
dogs from that City last week to keep company
with Erebrus. At Covington, Ky., the mayor
offers areward for dog scafps.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

Times early and regularly, will please leave word
at the Office.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

ey Hon. James Bell, of Exeter, has been
nominated by the Wings of New Hampshire, as
their candidate for Governor.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

GA commercial company called the "Japan
Trading Company is talked of in New York
city; capital one million of dollars.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

CO The two Boards of the New York Common
Council have agreed tc reduce the amout of the
Fourth of July appropriation from $4,000 to
$500.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

c. New Albany in Indiana, contains 1900
inhabitants; Indianapolis 10000; Madison IA,
600: Evansville 10000; Lafayette 1900.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

CoScREss.-It is thought that an adjournment
of Congress will take place about the middle Of
August.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

EVProf. Jameson, well known in the world
of science, died at Edinburgh short time since
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

CO The English Crystal Palace was opened
with great pomp on the 10th inst.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

FROM TIE SEAT OF WAR.-There is nothing of
definite nature from the seat of War, although
the elements seem to be merging to focus. The
Russians were advancing on the allied armies,
and considerable trepidation was felt by the veal
thy citizens. Intriguing, Gnanciering and ma
neuvoring appear to be the order of the day.
We arc somewhat inclined to believe with the
London Times that this war will last half cen
tary. Such appears to be the aspects now.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

e In the English House of Lords at its las:
sitting, it was stated that Lord John Russell had
accepted the Presidency of the Council.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

On THE OPENING OF JAPAN.-The Japan Ex-
petition, which has resulted so auspiciously, will
be regarded as the great measure Of MIR. Fill
more's Administration. The following is from
the Hong Kong Register of April 18th:
ssThe next mail will carry hence one of the
most important pieces Of intelligence that has
ever left this city of late years-the opening of
the empire of Japan, and perhaps not the least
singular part of the tale is, the ease with which
it has been done. 1t reads like some story of en-
chantcd adventure reserved for one true knight
alone to accomplish, all others being foiled with
ignomny, until the real hero appears, when deep
bitches and unscalcable walls fall away by magic
and the victorious knight enters with case the
hitherto forbidden precincts, not only no one say
ing nay, but on the contrary, every one meeting
him with hearty welcome. Such in sober real
ity, has been the result Of Commodore Perry's
expediton''
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04
From the Chicago Democrat, June 24th.


Murder Blackberry-Great Observation-Disclosures
the Woods and the People out EN- masse in pur-
suit.
A most tragical event occurred in Blackberry,
Kane county, about 40 miles west of this city, yes
terday morning about eight O'Clock. The circum-
stances related to us are as follows:
A man by the name of Thomas Pouley owned a
farm which he had rented to another by the name
of Mitchell. The families of both lived in one
house, but not very amicably, frequent Difficult
ties having occurred-so unpleasant was it, that
son Of Mitchell. seventeen or eighteen years old,
had left home and hired out at neighbors. On
Thursday he went to Geneva and made some pur-
chases, among which were some nuts for his lit
tie brothers and sisters. In eating them they
scattered the shells the floor, at which Pou-
ley was offended, and began to scold them pretty
severely. Young Mitchell was standing near the
door outside, and hearing him, said to him, 'dont
be abusing those children, but take of your
size,'' or something to that effect. An aterca-
ton of words followed, and Pouley at length
hurled a chair at Mitchell, which he lodged, and
it was broken to pieces. Mitchell then took up
a stone, which Pouley seeing dodged into the
house and closed the door. The stone was thrown
AMI broke through PANEL of the door. Pou-
ley then rushed out with large knife in his
hand. Mitchell Ged, and after he had proceeded
about four rods, stopped to pick up another stone,
when Pouley came up with him and stabbed him
| to the heart, killing him instantly.
Pou!cy, after he had committed the murder,
called to young man who was in the vicinity,
and sent him over to his brothers. who resided
near by. His brother came, and he tOldhim whit
he had done, and that he wanted some money
His brother directed him to 90 to his wife and get
twenty dollars, which lie did, and then escaped
| into the blackberry woods, tract about four
miles long by and half wide, and thick with
undcrbrush. The alarm Immediately spread, and
the people gathered and surrounded the woods,
that it is scarcely possible for the murderer to
escape.
We understand that great excitement prevailed
in the neighborhood all day yesterday, and the
most energetic measures were taken to arrest
Pouley before night if possible.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

ca 1t is stated that Ex-P President Martin Van
Buren, is engaged writing history Of his life
It will probably be an interesting work.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

regret to learn that the recovery Of Mr..
Hichcox, who was injured by drayman few
days ago, was considered on Saturday extremely
doubtful. A high fever had set in and his physi-
clans deemed his case q hopeless one. ai
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

MINNESOTA LAND BrIL.-The bills granting
land to Minnesota, to aid in the construction Of
the Minnesota Railroad, has passed the Senate
without amendment. It awaits the Prcsideut,s
veto.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

CO The Democrat learns that the seven per-
sons supposed to be drowned near La Peinte, have
all arrived safely at Fon du Lac. Another boat
containing five persons, lost some weeks since,
which accounts for the above rumor.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

DR.. VIM. w. Finch, in connection with
Messrs. French and Fc-ribau.t, Commissioners APP
pointed to explore a road f.on st. Paul to the
Iowa line, through the valley of the straight rv-
or, returned from their exploring expedition yes
tcrd ". We learn from the Doctor thlt the road
which has been laid out is almost straight, and
can be made an excellent thoroughfare for emf
grants. While exploring he observed at one
time, between Ike crossing of the Cannon River
an Fc:ri6auts, upwards Of 50 emisrant wagons,
filed with Noswogian<, and 10 h nd of Cattle,
following, on their way to Traverse, NlanAato AM
other towns or the river. Two hundred wagons
have been seen on the road at one time,-many Of
which came from Wisconsin. The Doctor was
gone sixteen days, and on his return he found 20
v.ry good houses erected and occupied. lie states
that the country is filing up very rapidly, much
faster than our citizens have any idea, and that
the greater number of emigrants who come to our
territory is bv the overland route.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

ca. The boot and shoe trade ofBoston and Vi.
cinity is estimated ct $s5, 200 aauuslly.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

\ friend has handed Us the following extract
Of letter from gentlemen of high standing and
influence among the Irish population of New
York
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04
MINNESOTA WEEKLY TIMES.
FRIDAY, JUNE 80, 1854.


GIFT AMBLING AND LOTTERIES.
Not long since we took occasion torequest those
persons who had been in the habit Of sending us
lottery schemes. to desist, had yer inyest-
cd a dollar in the gambling business. and what
was further We never intended to. Since that
time new species of gambling has been sprung
upon the community i'll the shape Of Gift Concerts,
III, effect Of which are highly perncious. and the
o >erations of which have been pronounced in our
larger cities to be Megoi From all these miser-
able concerns ,ye warn the community to stand
aloof. As they value the morals Of the young,
the stability and prosperity OF the city, good
n,mc at home and fair reputation abroad, let
them jiscountenancc every thing of this character
he direct tendency of these Gift Concerts is evil
They violate the publ'c mnd--.'raw the attention
Of the young from the suhstantiaS of life, anu
lead the unsuspecIing onward in career OF crime.
lie WHO tries his lack IN GIFT Concert viii try
his luck with game Of cards. and he who tries
his luck with game of cards. Will daiTe deeper
and deeper into til, mysteries OF gambling. until
lie becomes a votary to its ms n't.ng influence
Under the cloak Of responsibility these Gift
Concerts are nothing more or less than Gambling
genuine shuttle of the cards the partieg are on
their guard. in the delicate, genteel manner OF
shutilins Gifts (what an outrage on the word) the
community are entirely unsuspectinG.
We condemn not only the gorgeous humoua Of
Perham. 1.-THE Courts of New York having deci"ea
that his system WAS in violation OF the lawS) ont
also all others. not excepting "one horse con-
c,rns," whi;h can be found Of mushroom growth
il various portions of the West. Again we warn
the community 10 be careful how they invest 'heir
money in these apparently innocent lottery Offices:
for they may find when too late they nave paia
rather ''dear for the article
If Glmbling and Lotteries are wro1g, then
1T Concerts are wrong--thcy not only violate
the law but corrupt the public taste, and like the
Upas tree, leave desolat;on in their path
Touch not the unclean things"
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-07-04

We that the RIVER is low. aud q small
boats the TaI,!ds.-ED.