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Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24
ANinntsota Tiu(ts.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 90, 1854.
THE RECENT ELECTIONS.

No more glorious news could have reached us,
than the result of the recent elections in Pensyl-
vania, Ohio, and Indiana, States which gave
Franklin Pierce large majorites, but which have
now gone Overwhelmingly for the friends of Free
dom. New York will soon follow in their tracks,
and then onward the ball will roll and it will con-
tinue to roll onward until every Free State of the
North has spoken out in thunder tones against
the Ubiquitous Nebraska scheme. ''Iet the gall
cd jade VINCE" Let northern doughfaces feel
the whip of the people it falls on their backs.
Let ambitious politicians tremble for their future
fate-''he hand writing is on the wall''-re-
pentance cannot save them-they have gone
down where the hand of resurrection cannot
reach them.
These brilliant victories forecll the dawniny
of brighter era. They are big with promise
they give life and vitality to the cause of Free
dom-thcy are significant of important results
which must hereafter follow. No longer can
solemn compacts be broken with inpunity-no
longer can northern politicians pander to the
slave power and gather strength therefrom-thc
charm is broken-and to day the car of Freedom
has been accelerated a century ahead. Today
our institutions stand on frmer ground-to day
the star of our destiny shines brighter than ever
before. We could not believe that measure
which had been acQuiesced in for thirty years !;
which had received the approval of all the great
men Of the past, could be rudcly dealt with and
no voice raised in its defence and such has not
been the ease. The people have come up in their
might and have sworn to protect it. They have
wrapped about them the banner of Justice and
with the shield Of Truth, have gone forth to the
battle-thcy return laden with the SPOTS of VIC
tory. And they will not stop here; their march
is onward. High up the mountain tops will they
climb, to place the banner Ct their country, whose
folds shall blaze with the glorious light of ''Equa
and exact Justice to all men, of whatever state or
persuasion, religious or political"
Beyond doubt, those men who voted for the Ne
braska Bill, are politically dead, now and forever
after. Better men must fill their placcs-mcn in
whom dwells the immutable principles of Rig
who love their country and who will not sell it
even for so gittering baublc as the Presidential
Chair. We rejoice, neither can help but re-
joce over, the brilliant victories so recently
achieved, because in these Victories we discover
purcr political elements out Of which must come
purer, better, more glorious results.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

NOBLE CoSDUcr.-The Capt. Of the Arctic would
not forsake his boat. One of the crew saved, CIV
ing an account of the catastrophe, says that he
went to the starboard side and ordered the crew
to cover the guard boat, and asked the Captain
what were his Intentions he replied that the ships
fate should be his. then asked him if he would
not allow his to go, as intended to take boat
but he returned me the answer that he should
share his fate. His refusing to let his son go was
by no means right, but his determination to stick
to the boat and save the passengers, was worthy
of all praise.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

CO Mrs. Ann S. Stephens, author of ssFashior
and Famine" is native Of a rural village in the
State of Maine, which ,tate has produced one
third of the literary men Of the United States Of
the present day. Willis, Iongfellow, Dr.Cheever
the authoress of s'Northvood," Mrs. Seba Smith
'Jack Downing John Neal, VIM Cutter the poet
Greenville Mellen, the poet, Mrs. Frances Sos
good, were all natives Of Maine, with many others
of note.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

CONVENTION OF You've LADIEs.-We propose a
Convention of Young Ladies, from /" sweet six
teen'' to womanly twenty, to be held somewhere
in the West, at the earliest practical moment
We believe that such Convention would elicit
more interest than any other which could be
thought of. And we believe also that it would be
the means Of doing much good. How many old
bachelors and old maids are there in the country
And why? Simply because one or the other sex
not come-at-able, or are so scarce, that the
moment they are in the market, off they slip in
the steamboat of matrimony, leaving many a for
lorn one behind. Now, many acquaintance made
at such Convention would last for life, undoubt-
eddy, and as the good book enjoins it upon all not
to be alone, we consider it highly important that
some measures be devised to bring about Young
Ladies Convention. Talk about Baby Conven-
tion, in comparison with the one we propose, why
the idea is ridiculous! A Baby Convention would
dwindle into insignifcance! Think of the bright
eyes, and golden ringlets, and sylph-like forms,
and the silvery laugh, and the roscy cheeks! Tut,
tut-well, there is no use of talking. The very
thought overcomes us! Why not have Young
Ladies Convention? Is there anything wrong in
it? We know that the " dear creatures' would
be willing, and as for the Young Men-well, one
would be present, that's certain, and if Minneso-
ia didn't turn out the largest number Of any place
in the Union, we would throw our new hat into
the Mississippi River. We would do certainly
we would. Who seconds our motion, then, for o
Convention of Young Ladies?
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

The UNIVERSITY OF MNNEsorA.-We learn that
the Trustees Of this Institution have purchased "a
acres of land in st. Anthony, including beauti-
full grove, near the Falls, for 81, 1000, upon which
mated two townships Of land to this Institution,
which are highly valuable even at the present time,
but which will be more SO in few years. We
are glad that efforts are being made to push this
enterprise ahead. 1t is one in which every citizen
Of the Territory should be interested.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

The ELEcrIoNs.-It is ascertained, beyond q
doubt, that II Wings, Anti-Nebraska and
Nebraska Democrats are elected to Congress from
Pennsylvania. 1t isthought that when the returns
are all in, there will be a much larger Wing ma
jority. On the popular vote the majority will
range from "a, 1000 to 10000.
It is reported that not single Nebraskite il
elected to Congress from Ohio. Republicans
ahead 81, 900. Well done for Ohio.
None but Anti Nebraska men are elected to
Congress from Indiana. Majority from Il, 900 to
10000. We did expect q glorious triumph in
Ohio, but Indiana is worthy of all praise. The
people have given their verdict-no more solemn
compromises can be broken. ALPS we'll that
ends well.''
LATEsr.-Better, as good, as best, as the Dutch
man said. The Galena Adv. gives the following
result of the recent tornado which passed over
the States of Pennsylvania, Ohio and Indiana
1t makes us feel particularly pleased. Read the
figures: Of the 81 members Of Congress voted
for in the above States, 81 are known to be Anti.
Nebraska. Of the % Nebraska members from
these States, 16 have been defeated.
In Pennsylvania, Pollock, Wing, has 35,OO(
majority, with Is counties to hear from.
In Ohio, returns from all but % counties, show
an Anti-Nebraska majority of $4,000. Legisla
lature Anti-Nebraska.
The official majority against DR.. Olds, is 1886
The majority in Ohio is now set down at
95 900.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

equal the fruits Of California and Australia. No
nation ever rose with the celebrity and prosr Gritty
that has marked the United States. They are full
of youthful blood. A prophetic future awaits
them. There must be Literature built up, and
taste for all that is grand and beautiful difused
among them. The newspaper will do much to &C
complish this. The pulpit will give it a moral
tone. The ground work of all must be the Lite
rary Association, and combination of effort.
Gentlemen, the foundation of your Society is
laid amid fears and hopes. You have a mission to
accomplish. 1t is to plant the hills of Minnesota
Literary spirit that shall not die. You are pio-
ncers in Territory of magnificent promise. Dan
gers may, and will encompass you. At times gloom
and apathy will rest upon you, and the g heavens
give no light" Opposition will raise its imposing
front before you. 6 Don't gire up the ship
Hang together and to your constitution. Let no
private animosity, political prejudice, sectional
feeling enter into your discussions. Let the hall
of the Association be sacred to liberty of speech
and culture of mind. Let no man take hold OF
the pillow, and turn from it. There are many men
numerous and respectable class Of individuals Of
whom Gray has written:
"Full many a gem Of brightest ray serene,
The dark unfathomed ocean bear,
Full Hover is born to blush unseen
And waste its the desert air.''
We all lament this state of affairs. The only
way to change it, gentlemen, is to let your sweet
ness come out. 1t will neither be wasted nor mis-
applied on the air of Saint Paul. BY SO doing
you will put your talent at compound interest,
benefit community at large, and win for yourselves
the kingdom of rational engagement. Those who
shall inhabt this lovely land when your allotted
time on earth shall have expired, will look back
through the mist of time, and thank you for the
institution bequcathcd them. They will recollect
your arluous exertions and bless them with CRATE
full prisons. A Temple Of Literature will be built
in Minnesota whose portals shall never be closed.
The way there will be through this, and similar
Associations, along the lane of prosperity, and
up the asles eff glory. For those of you who shall
pcrscvere in this undertaking, will be chisselled
on its Corinthian Columns, a general voice Of in
vitation, 10 triumphe, enter in.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

FEVER PANIc.-Nearly the whole population of
Augusta, Ga, has left, and the country, for miles
around, is covered with tents. The fever APP
pears to be increasing, and the excitement is aw-
full. The post Office is closed and the mails de-
layed, there being none to distribute them. The
people of jacksonville fired into the steamboat
Wetoka, from Savannah, on the 18th, while she
was passing up the river, in consequence of their
fear of the fever, and to deter her from stop
ninr
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

NEWARK CHARTER ELECrIoN.-This election,
held on the 10th, resulted in the choice of Horace
J. Pointer, the Wing and Know Nothing candidate
for Mayor, by 1000 majority over the Democrat
ic candidate. There is great rejoicing-.he city
has been literally swept by the Wings and Know
Nothings. Who says the Wing party is dead {?
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

BARLEY.-This article is bearing an enormous
price in this market, higher than it was ever
known before. Yesterday l27 sacks fair sold al
81 SIS per bushcl, sacks included, and POO hum
bred sacks prime at price not made public, but
understood to be above 81 go, sacks returned
st. Louis Intel. 9Th.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

u The ladies of Moline, Illinois, have organ
lied society, to be known as ''The Ladies Maine
Law society, of Moline" The following is the
oourth article of their constitution:
s'Young ladies belonging to this society are not
to receive favorably, the company Of those
gentlemen who use intoxicating dfinks.''
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

A MISSISSIPPI STEAMER DESTROYED SEVERAL
LIVES LOST The steamer Princess, belonging to
New Orleans, was destroyed by fire near Natchez,
on the Sth. Several persons, including two ladies,
persisted in the flames. $500 bales of cotton
were on board, which with the vessel, are a total
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24
CLEVELAND, Oct.

CLEVELAND, Oct. 10.
A severe storm occurred at Ontonagon, Lake
Superior, on the Sd inst. About 400 feet of the
pier was carried away, together with freight upon
It from the propeller Peninsula and steamer Sam
Ward, including machinery for the National
Ridge Mine and supplies for the Ohio Trap Rock
Company. The total loss was about SIS ,O00.-
The Presbyterian Church was blown from its po-
sttion. The steamers Sam Ward and Baltimore
were safe at Fon du Lac and La Point.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

CY The Galena brought up nearly five hum
dred passengers and large mail. All our hotels
are crowded. Last night when the gong of the
Winslow House rung for supper the crowd of
hungry men marching in, sounded like the tread
of an army,
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

CT Prince Menchkof will conduct the de-
fence of sebastopol. The arrangements for the
defence arc of the most extensive and stupcndous
character. There is a large number of troops in
the camp besides full garrison in the city,
Many of the ships in port have been converted
into fire ships. A new levy of 10 men in the
thousand has been ordered throughout the West
ern norton of the Empire.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

GLAD OF 1.-THE falling off in imports at New
York has been steady and large since September
came ii. For the last three weeks there have
been about So 400 OOC against $l4 ,6OO, 900 in the
corresponding three weeks of last year, decrease
of s., 100000.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

~ The Knickerbocker tells of a man who
stole FIVE dollar bill out in Indiana. His coun-
sci tried to prove that the note not worth five
dollars, it being at discount The prosecutor said
he knew the thief was the meanest man in the
State, but he did not think he was so ALFRED
mean as not to be willing to steal Indiana money
at par.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

WooD.-The price of wood is disproportionate
to many other things, and has been for several
months. Here it is Sc per cord, and the up-river
steamboats, have been compelled to pay some
times 81 or SIS, and that in places where there
was no scarcity of material.-G dlena ado.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

The BABY Suow--The Baby Show at Spring
field, Ohio, has created much interest throughout
the country. 1t will propably be followed up by
other States in the Union. Already We see it an
nounced that Barnum has given out that there
will be a similar exhibition at the American Mu-
scum. We would suggest that it would be well
for Mr.. Barnum to give timely notice, SO that as
many babies as possible can be on the ground
Perhaps some of our editorial brethren would be
glad of chance to show their-badies.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24
SPRINGFIELD. Oct. 10

OPKINEFIELD, Ucl. To
An incendiary fire was kindled in the wood
shed of the Houstaonic Railroad at Great Bar
rington, on Saturday night, and about one thou
sand cords of wood, belonging to the Railroad
Company, were destroyed, besides damaging the
depot building, and sweeping down the large
stores of Granger, Hill & Co., }. F. F. j. Sand
ford, the printing Office of the Berkshire Courier,
and dwelling house. The loss is estimated at
$50, 900, but is mostly covered by insurance.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

c. Salem II. Wales, Esq, of New York, one
of the editors and pro2rietors of the Scientific
American, has received from the Governor the APP
pointment of comm'ner to the represent the State
Of New York at the Worlds Exhibition which
opens in Paris, May l, 1865.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

GO kissane, the forger and rascal in many re-
spects, escaped through the window of the water
closet of railroad car, when the train was under
way. 1t is supposed that he was severely injur-
ed, as traces of blood were found on the track.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

c. Egyptian curiosities, many thousand years
old, are regularly manufactured at Birmingham,
in England, and exported to Egypt, where they
are sold at profit to travellers, who bring them
home and put them in museums.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

New YORK, Oct. II.
Capt. Luce arrived at home in Yonkers yester-
day. He furnishes additional items of inter-
est in regard to the Arctic he afirms that the
smallest boat which was taken away by the
gineers could not have held more than she con-
tanned. The boats he saws could have safeilv
held 800 persons. lie is full of hope that more
have been saved from the pieces of the wreck,
and taken to England. Those in the missing
boats he believes have been saved.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

e. Grisi and Mario have closed their engage
ments in New York. The announcement of their
early departure to Europe was a ruse to draw full
houses. They play next in Boston.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

O. The Lady Franklin arrived last evening
Also the Luella, the Mary G. and the Georgetown.
Six boats arrived yesterday, loaded with passen-
gers, among the number several distinguished
gentlemen-two from Maine-One q member of
the U. s. House of Representatives and the other
a member of the Senate.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

c. Our mails come regularly, all in heap,
with news of all kinds, from glorious Wing VIC
tories to horrible accidents the ocean. We will
contrive to keep our readers posted from day to
day, not knowing when we shall have another
mail.
Gg57 The Pioneer invites the Democracy who
have been so outrageously whipped in Pennsylv
mia, Ohio and Indiana, to come to Minnesota
Not so fast, neighbor; you have got just as much
as you can do to keep your own party in order.
Don't advise your friends to jump out Of the fry
ing pan into the fire, for you not so strong as
you pretend. The Wings are not all dead, as you
imagine. They are coming.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24
C1y Extract of letter to the editors of the
Times, dated

Times, dated
Troy, Oct. Sd, 1854.
noticed in one Of your last numbers, a cores
pondent writing from Boston, speaks Of the mar
kets being so high, but now he can moderate a
little, for everything, as you may say, is going
down, down, and still theory is down. Why, only
think of it, for week past we have been selling
Flour at a discount. We would 60 to the heavy
dealers every afternoon and get load of II or IA
barrels, and then the news would come--prices
down--and we had to follow suit. Potatoes, that
were quick at 81, are now a drug at 62 1-2c, and
have plenty Of chances to contract, for 44c, de-
livercd this month, but we decline buying. In
fact do not think We will all starve.
Yours, &C., B. G. B.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

TIMELY HINrs.-The Providence Or. I.) Jour-
nal is paper which gives sound advice on almost
every subject. 1t has been studying the wants Of
its readers under the existing scarcity of many
articles of living, and the high prices consequent
thereon. 1t says:
1.-TWO things may be regarded az settled to-
wards the means Of living for the coming winter:
LIST. The amount Of food in the country at the
close of the harvest will be more than sufficient
to feed all the people in it, and there will be no
considerable demand for expectation. The Eu-
ropean accounts are all favorable. In England
the crop is large; SO in Italy; and in Ireland the
potatoes are turning out finely. California, which
has taken great deal of breadstuffs, and caused
supply herself, but will export to the Atlaatfc
States. I'd. The amount of coal mined this year
is greater than ever before, and the regular in
crease of consumption will not probably be 30
great this year as usual. The high price Of the
article is of itself reason for q reduced con-
sumption, and the depression in many kinds Of
mechanical business has reduced the amount re-
quired for steam-engines. ~
Two other things ought to be settled: LIST.
There should be greater economy in the consump-
ton of food by the wealthy and middling classes,
for such economy, making food more abundant,
will reduce its price on the poor. Less meat should
be eaten we eat too much animal food in this
country. Rice is cheap, wholesome, and, pro-
perly cooked, delicious food. But we do not
cook itright here. Wemake it into paste which
nobody can relish. When cooked as it should be,
the grains distinct, yet thoroughly softened, rice
rivals the potato an article Of daily and indis-
pensable food. Many people give it the prefer
ence. .,.t
"sFinally, brethren as the ministers say, We
should all practice economy. Most OF Us are
obliged to and those to whom Il Is NOT neGessi-
ashamed of it. Meanness is contemplate, but
economy Is honorable, and extravaganza is wicked.
Use the good gifts of Providence, but do not
abuse them; give away, but do not waste"
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

c. The article in our paper of yesterday Civ
ing the result of the election in Pennsylvania,
Ohio and Indian, should have been credited to the
Chicopa Tribune
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

SOUTH CAROLINA ELEcTIoF.-It is reported that
Mordecai, Know Nothing, is elected Senator
from Charleston. John L. Preston is reported
also elected,
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

~ Two men were detected while disposing
of stolen cattle at San Antonio. They were
placed in prison, but soon after mob broke in,
and seizing the offenders, hung them upon the
nearest tree.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

W-We are indebted to Mr.. Hawkes., one of the
proprietors of the Winslow House, who came up
on the Lady Franklin, for late papers containing
an account Of the taking Of Se6sstopol. He has
our thanks.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

c. DR.. Graham, who killed Col. Loring at the
St. Nicholas Hotel, n. Y. has been found guilty of
manslaughter in the second degree.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

The LITERARY AssoCIATIoN.-Thc meeting of
the Young Mems Literary Association, was held
at the Court House, on Monday night last. a
goodly number of young men were present, some
of whom took part in the exercises. Hon. Aaron
Goodrich presided, and after the preliminary bus
mess was disposed of, WILBUR NJ. HAYWARD, Esq.
read an original essay on Debating Associations,
which, per vote of the society, ordered print
cd in the Times. This production can be found
in our columns of to-day. 1t is we'll written and
does credit to the author, and will prove interest
ing to that class of young men who believe with
Pope that
and shame fram condition rise.
Act we'll your part, there all the honor LESS
The reading of the Essay was followed by a
spirited debate, when the meeting adjourned to
meet again at the Court House next Monday eve
ming. 1t is gratifying that the Association has
commenced under such favorable auspices, and
we trust that the young men of st. Paul will clus-
ter around and nourish it, until in its vigor and
strength it shall grow into greatness and reflect
honor upon our city.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

~ The Rev. d. D. Lore and family, late of
the Methodist Mission to South America, arrived
Yesterday morning from Buenos Ayres in the
bark Hugh Burckhead.-N. Y. Tribune.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-24

C1y The Galcna arrived yesterday afternoon
with a large number Of passengers. We are in
debted to the clerk for late papers.