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Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19
Regular Correspondence of the Times.
Business PrOspects-Flour NIill-Sabbath School Gel
ebratiOn.

FALLS ST. ANTHONY, Sept. II, 1854.
At no time in its history has St. Anthony ap-
peared so promising as at the present. Upon
every hand can be seen evidences of permanent
prosperity. Our merchants have never done so
large and profitable business before as they are
now doing, and although they have doubled in
numbers within the last year, they all seem to
have as much as they can attend to.
One of the most useful enterprises now going
on in our midst, is the large merchant Touring
now in course of erection on the Island, by Mes
srs. Rollins, Upton and Eastman. 1t is expected
that by the first week in October it will be so far
completed as to supply the lumbermen with feed
for their teams engaged in hauling logs, and in
November, the builders assure us that it will be
finished. The building is 40 by GO feet, and four
stories high. The mashinery will be Of the most
approved make, and fitted up with all the con-
veniences of the best mills in the country.
MIR. Hamilton, the gentlemanly Milwright, un-
der whose superintendent the whole is being
built, has had many years experience in the busi-
ness in Virginia and New York, and we may
therefore expect to have as good -four manufac-
tured here, as can be produced anywhere from
Spring wheat. Our farmers will here find a con-
slant demand for their wheat, as it will require
500 bushels every "a hours to keep it in motion.
We confidently believe that we have now done
with buying -four from below.
On Saturday our town was enlivencd by Sab
bath Sehool Pic Mic, held in the grove in front Of
the University buildings. About $50 scholars
and teachers, besides numerous visitors and
friends, assembled, and after listening to address
ses from the various clergymen, and music from
the Brass Band, and singing by the Musical As
sociation Of st. Anthony, partook of bountiful
collation. performed for the occasion by the ladies.
The good things, consisting Of chicken beef, pies,
cakes, lemonade, and host of other varities of
edibles soon disappeared before the urgent de-
mands of appetites, sharpened by the bracing air
of one Of the finest days of the season. Every
body was happy, nothing occurred to mar the
joys of the day. And who can doubt, but that
such occasions, rightly enjoyed, make even men
and women the better for them. X.
Gy7All right, Mr.. OK" Much obliged.
Please accept our Daily.-ED.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19
SETTLERS.

There is no class of men more deserving of the
protection of the General Government, than that
camposed of the hardy pioneers of our western
country. Having forsaken homes for some iso
lated spots that they can call their own-having
endured the trials of northern winter and suf-
fcred the want Of the luxuries of civilization,
they, above all others, should be entitled to the
land whcrcon they have domiciled themselves in
hopes of bettering their conditions We are glad,
therefore, to learn that the Land Sales at Still
water resulted so triumphantly for this worthy
class, and we hope the sale which is to come off
at Minneapolis on the 18th, will prove equally as
favorable. The sympathy of all good men must,
and will be, with the actual settlers, for if any
one is entitled to the land, they are.
CO We regret the necessity of apologizing for
the late hour at which our papers were delivered
in the lower part of the city yesterday morning
The sudden indisposition of our carrier boy was
the cause.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

JOHN LAWS MUsKETs.-The muskets OF this
gentleman were originally owned by the United
States. In consequence of slight damage, they
were sold to Mr.. Law, who shipped them for
some unknown port, the intelligence OF which
created quite an excitement in Cuba. 1t seems
that they have recently been brought back and
re-shipped, it is supposed to Mexico. Those old
musty muskets have been the theme of many a
newspaper squib, and have caused many to
tremble in their boots.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CT The War Eagle arrived yesterday with a
large number of passengers. Now that the warm
weather and the choera season is over, pleasure
seekers are directing their steps to Minnesota.
At present the atmosphere is a little cool for
them, but we think it will last only day or two.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

SAINT PAUL MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY.
As the season for eifectng insurance draws
nigh, we very chccrfully call the attention of the
community to the advantages of the above COM
pany for insurance against loss damage by fire
or the pcrils of inland navigation. 1t being
home Office and managed by Il Board of Directors
chosen from our most prudent business men, we
feel safe in recommending the Company to per-
sons who desire to avail themselves of its advan-
ta"cs. There is large amount of insurance
business done in this Territory by foreign Offices
and consequently a large amount of money is
constantly going out of the Territory as premium.
TO avoid this, and for the purpose of keeping our
CAPITAL in the hands of our own citizens, this Com
pany was organized under n favorable charter
granted by the Legislature of 1853, and so far,
has done large, safe and profitable business
1t is so chartered to insure on the mutual and
Joint stock or cash systems, that is, the Company
will insure farmers or isolated buildings on the
mutual system where the insured participates in
the profits of the Company, and whose premium
is paid by certain cash per cent. and a note for
the balancc:-on the cash system the premium is
all cash: so that opportunity is afforded to the
farmers Of Territory to insure their dwellings
mt n very small expense. No man should be so
negligent of his duty in regard to his own inter-
ests as to neglect to effect an insurance on his
property, when it can be done at SO small an out
lay. The notes received for the premium on mu-
tual policies are in no way holden for losses sus
tanned on the cash systematic cash and mutual
system being conducted entirely separate and apart
from each other.
The Company has now been organized about
nine months and from its general reputation and
the satisfaction manifested by persons doing busi-
ness with the Office, we have no hesitation in say
ing, (from its two-fold capacity of insuring our
property at low rates and keeping our money in
circulation,) that no institution in the Territory
will tend more directly to increase our wealth
than this, and believing as we do, that the Com
pany largely beneficial to every property holder
in the Territory, we again commendit to the con-
sideration of all who desire TO avail themselves
of its advantages.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

Cy-Bruise your shins against a stone step on
a cold day, then retalate by trying to kick it over,
especially if you are troubled. with corns. Stop
your paper because you don't like article in it
when you have paid in advance; shut the stable
door after the horse has gone out, and then swear
to crafty your feelings. This is interesting.
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predecessors

The vines Of Cucumbers have been sug-
facture newspaper. In consequence of the pre-
sent scarcity of the article, it is necessary that
something new should be found, for there is not
sufficient quantity of rags in the country to keep
half of the mills going.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

cS-It is thought that O'Donnell, the Spanish
Minister of War, who has recently come into pow
er, will exercise his influence to prevent Cuba
from falling into the hands Of the United States.
He is said to he quite popular with the people,
and will seek to rule with gentler hand than his
predecessors.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CT Emigration seems to be setting in verv
strongly for Kansas. party of one hundred
and twenty five persons recently left one Of the
New England States, for the new territory, and
party from Massachusetts, with twenty five
from New York, are now on their way thither.
After they have investigated the claims of Nc
braska and Kansas, we have no doubt but the
majority Of them will make tracks for Minnesota.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CyFIt appears that the present Administration
is determined not to do anything for the improve
ment of our rivers and harbors. The boats,
materials, implements, &c. used in clearing out
the rivers and harbors, are now offered for sale,
and this, we presume, will end all action by our
interesting administration.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

C51 The '' Senior' Of the Minnesotian wishes
us to inform him what reasons we have for be-
lieving that he would sell the Whig party. That
makes us laugh. If he is really in earnest, We
will give him leaf from history in which he can
see himself as others see him. Shall we proceed
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. l3, 1854.
PERSONAL.

Over three months have elapsed since we COM
mcnced the publication of the Daily Times, and
notwithstanding there were three other papers in
the field at that time, we have received our full
share of public patronage and public approba-
ton. As journalists we have endcavored to do
our duty, irrespective of either party; and al
though in the performance of that duty, we may
have alienated some, still have the satisfaction
of knowing that the great mass Of the people ap-
prove Of our course. From the beginning we have
taken bold stand, and the public have maintain
cd us in it. We have fearlcssly, without counting
the costs, exposed fraud and corruption, and We
shall continue in the path we have marked out,
believing that the moral sentiment Of this COM
nunity is sufficiently strong to uphold and main
tain
In country like ours, the chances for spec
ulatiOn great, and the desire for wealth so
strong, that too often lose sight of the legit
innate modes of business, and rush hcadlOng into
any and every extreme to accomplish their ends.
1t is necessary, therefore, that some one should
remind them of the direful results their course
will bring soccty-of the evil effects their in
tiuence will have on the young, and of the unen-
viablc reputation they will give our Territory
abroad. This duty falls upon the Press, and he
who assumes the editorial chair with the eXpecta-
tion Of doing this duty without mourning the dis
pleasure of some, has mistaken his calling, and
the sooner he gives way to another of more stami
na, the better for himself anI the better for So
cicty. We entered upon editorial career fully
aware of the obstacles should have to contend
with fully aware that we should be the mark for
others to shoot at fully aware that should
he called to measure our pm with older heads
fully aware that in dcnouncing wrong and up
holding right, should come in conflict with
few persons who. aside from their insatiate love
of money, are good citizens and worthy III H.
But this has not deferred from uttcring
honest convictions and if, in u;tcrng these con-
yictions we have differed with our fellow citizens,
it has been because we have deemed Right para
mount to Wrong, AMI Principle preferable to
Policy.
That oar course is approved We have sufficient
evidence in that fact, that subscription list is
steadily increasing, while our advertising patron
age is behind of ncighbors. just so
long. then, as we are thus countcnanced by good
and true men, we shall go on, advocating such
measures rs We cconsdcr conducive to the interests
of the people.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

MINNESOTA RIvER.-We learn that the water at
the Rapids in the Minnesota River has risen fire
feet, and that it is thought large steamboats, can
easily reach Shakopee. The rains above have
been very heavy.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

Cy7Five thousand dollars of melted gold, taken
from the recently raised wreck of the steamer
Erie, have been deposited at the Philadelphia
mint. The Erie was burnt and sunk about thir-
teen years ago.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

c. Messrs. Nelson, Slaughter, Shelley and
other former citizens of st. Paul, have arrived
from Lake Superior. Geo. l.. Becker, Esq, is
among the number, on his return from Washing
ton by way of the Lake. They report nothing
:mpOrtant.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

(y''The Maine Law is now in force in Texas
We have been led to believe that Texas was a bat
place, but if the Maine Law is in operation there.
the people must have vastly improved.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19
Kaposia, Sept. 9, 1854.

The Wings of the Minneapolis Precinct met at
the Land Office Building, on Saturday last. On
motion of Isaac Atwater, Esq, Col. John II Ste
vens was called to the chair, and Isaac j. Lewis
appointed Secretary.
Messrs. John H. Stevens, Alexander Moore, H.
c. Keith, VIM. P. Day and j. n. Barber, were ap-
pointed Delegates to attend the County Conven-
ton on the 10th instant.
Messrs. Mason and Barber were nominated
candidates for Justice of the Peace Messrs
Brown and Parker for Constables, and Joseph H.
Canney, Road Supervisor.
IL. LEWIS, Secretary.
Minneapolis, Sept. 1lth, 1854.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CO An ingenious Yankee talks Of bringing an
action against the Emperor of France for damages,
for purchasing the patent right of Sewing ma
chine of person it seems who had no right to
sell it. Jonathan swears he will make him sweat.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

eE At town in Essex county, n. Y, woman
may be seen binding the sheaves after the reapers,
who, in that, is match for any of them. She is
not obliged to do it, but having become expert at
the business in her own country, Qreland,) she
chooses in this way to get dollar and half or
two dollars day during harvest, rather than earn
less some other way.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

C95' We learn that Hon. III. NJ. Rice and family
have arrived at La Ponte, Wis.,, and may be cx-
pccted at st. Paul in about three weeks.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CS5~We arc in hopes to get through with the
testimony of the Minnesota Land Bill Fraud, to-
morrow, when we shall give a greater variety of
reading matter.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

Gv5-Californa has begun to export her grains.
She recently shipped 800 tons of barley to New
York and made similar shipment es England.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

Gs57Thc Congregational Church at East IIamp-
ton, Mass, destroyed by fire on the 3lst ut.,
together with the parsonagc-the act of an incen-
diary.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

Nor BAD.-The cars on the Connecticut River
Railroad came down rather crowded recently, so
much so that several gentlemen had to resign
their seats to lady passengers. One of the gal
liant victims seemed to enjoy his deprivation
much, and kept up fire OF wit and reepartee that
cars stopped at Williamansett, the conductor as
usual entered the car, and cried out, 'Will-a-
man-sit!" s.Yes, by thunder" cried the wag,
ssif can get chance ~
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CT We learn from the Pioneer, that the lands
in the Sauk Rapids District on the West side of
the Mississippi, are to be surveyed the present
season,
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

" Since the late rains the weather has been
cooler ana overcoats have not been uncomforta-
bic.
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CO Many Millerites, mostly females, in Maine,
have become insane lately, on account of the e1-
tensive burning of the forests, which they look
upon as an Indication of the end of all things.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

g Mr.. Collins, auctioneer of the land at
Saltwater occupied just forty minutes in dispos-
ing Of the same.
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To BE PUT IN MARKEr.-The Washington Star
States that all the lands reserved from sale on
account of contemplated railroads, except where
Congress has actually made grants for railroad
purposes, are to be brought in market by the
Secretary of the Interior. Minnesota will come
in for large share of the lands.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

g3'Thc yellow fever seems to be on the in
in New Orleans, the deaths in that city for
one week, being lS7.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

cTIt is estimated by the London Times, that
1900 of the French and English troops, engaged
in the Eastern War, have fallen by cholera.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

New Orleans papers mention the fact that
young lady was fined before the Recorder for
forcibly kissing gentleman against his will.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

GT We have inadvertently neglected to notice
the Hudson Republican, published by James
Hughes. This paper was formerly the Hudson
Journal, and is now an opponent of Slavery. 1t
is a neat sheet and we'll edited.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

~ Smith O'Brien has arrived at Belgium
from New South Wales.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

Gg5Three Democratic Conventions, held in
Nebraska, have strongly endorsed the Nebraska
Bill.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

Cy We conclude to-day the Report OF the In
vestigating Committee on the Minnesota Land
Bill. The whole matter is now before the public.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CyNames of the Grand Jurors OF the District
Court for Ramsey county
George W. harrington, Foreman; L. L. Benson,
W. Dahl, F. Mccormick, Nelson Gibbs, A. L. Ell
felt, S. Hollister, Benjamin Brown, S. W.Walker,
R; G. Knox, John Holland, A. H. Carthcart, r.
Wilkinson, John Mower, P. 7. Bradley, Z. L.
Rossell, II. X. Terrell.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

tensive adulteraton Of LIQUORS ii this country it
is stated that more port wine is drank in the Uni
ted States in one year than passes through the
custom house in ten; that more champagne ls
consumed in America alone, than the whole
champagne district produces; that Cognac brandy
costs four times as much in France, where it is
made, as it is retailed for in our grog shops; and
that the failuIe of the grape crop IN Madeira.
nroduced no apparent diminution in quantity, mol
increase in the price Of wine.-N. Y. San.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

ca 1t is now settled by the testimony Of theil
attendant physician, that Sontag and Pozzolin
were poisoned in Mexico.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

L. S. DISTRICT Court FOR RAMSEY COUNTY
This Court commenced its sitting on the 10th Of
September, Judge Shcrburnc presiding. But few
of the Jurors were present, in consequence of the
Land Sale at Saltwater. The following cases
were dscontinued:
The United States u. Patrick Brady;
The United States q. James Kirkpatrick;
The United States .. VIM. $. Morrison;
The United States 4. VIM. l'. Do,Id;
John NJ Brinsmaic 4. Joseph Daniels;
S. III. Scrgcnt, q. Geo. L. Brott.
The of Bernard w. Brisbois y. WillOugh-
by and Powers, was continued till next term.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

. An extensive firm in Vienna, has suspcn-
dcd payment. Liabilities five millions of florns.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

E~ Railroad stocks still continue to fall. The
Erie is quoted as low as 90; Hudson River at
36 New York Central Sc Cleveland Toledo
90 Michigan Central 81 ; Illinois Bonds 66.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CTA carrier for the q. S. Exchange Com
pany, was robbed Of $4,000 on the evening OF
the ri st.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

8 In some portions of California the mer
curry stood high ll2 in the month of July.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

g The property of P. P. Patchin, Of St.
Louis, was destroyed by fire on the Sd inst. Loss
81 1000
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

CO Henry A. Wise. it is presumed, will be
the next Democratic candidate for Governor of
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MINNESOTA LAND BILL FRAUD.

Proceedings Of Select Committee of the House of Re
prcsentativcs.
ROBERT SMITH SwoRS.-The testimony of Rob-
ert Smith is to the effect that he had interview
with Mr.. Washburne, who stated that if the con-
struction Of the Tctc de Mort railroad could be
secured, he had no objection to the grant Of land
going to the Minnesota and Northwestern Rail
road Company; Or that the bill might be put in
any shape to meet the views of the friends of the
grant. That Mr.. Washburne suggested, at the
same interview, the name of Alyah Hunt, of New
York, as a gentleman conversant with railroads,
and interested with one of the Illinois railroads,
and that any arrangements made with him to Sc
euro tho construction of tho Tote do Mort road
would be satisfactory to him, and would insure
his hearty support of the measure. Mr.. Smith
knew of no negotiations between Mr.. Washburne
and others.
Mr.. Billings stated that he employed Mr.. Har-
rington at the suggestion Of Mr.. Steele, and
agreed to pay him $1,000 in stock. lie says that
Mr.. Harrington requested him to remunerate him
in stock. Mr.. Harrington says the amount was
to be in money. Mr.. Washburne's evidence we
give in full.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

HoRR1BLE.-The Utica Telegraph gives an ac-
count of young woman of that place, who is mo-
mentarily in danger of dying from the growth Of
a reptile in her stomach. Anything she sees
which is offensive to the animal, throws her into
violent commissions.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

~ An item of $4,000 for liquors, appears
among the expenses Of the Burns case.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

GT Fears are entertained of another insur-
rection in Cuba.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

YWe call attention to the advertisement OF
''Money to Loan.'
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

WPotatoes are now worth so cents per bush
el in this Territory. In many Of the towns On
the Mississippi between Galena and st. Louis,
they are selling for 90 per bushel. Here is a
chance for our farmers to do well.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

Cosr OF VARIOUS RAILRoADs.-The following is
given as the cost per mile of the several impor-
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-09-19

The Nebraska orators in Indiana, have "s
hard road to travel" The Lafayette Journal
says, Holman, the Democratic candidate for Con.
gress, in the 4th District, recently made speech
at Milan, Ripley county, to three or four hundred
people. After he had finished, a vote was taker
on the Nebraska bill, and only one solitary indi
yidual voted in its favor