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Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

DEspIsE NOT New TmNcs.-The worlds his
tory is full of the persecution of great men, who
stepped forward in advance of their age, warning
us to look kindly on honest purposes, and to
judge with charity what we do not comprehend.
Let us not ridicule or dcspise new things because
they conflict with our observation or seem to be
impracticablc. There is hardly a discovery or
invention in art that has not had its day of trial
and discouragement. Many a man has gone
heart-broken to his grave, in whom the fire of
genius has burned unseen and unappreciated,
when adverse circumstances, or shrinking timid-
ity, OR cold neglect, or the want of kind word
have come upon him and kept his secret buried
forever. Prison bars have been pressed by throb-
bing brows which would have redeemed the
world. The records of the world are full of tho
neglect of merit, and yet nothing has been told.
Perhaps there is scarcely man living who has
not, during some portion Of his life, known some
one who pined unheeded, wanting the genial air
and sunshine which never came. Men get mis-
placed, and do not meet the magnet to draw out
the metal within them. Mediocrity writes verses
when it should be holding the pillow, and the true
poet does the drudgery Of life, not dreaming why
the fire torments him. The flint and steel are
cold and cheerless until struck together, and they
may never come in contact.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

AWFUL MoRTALITY-DEArH OF FIFTY NoRwE-
CLANS on PRoPELLER.-On the last trip of the
propeller Oriental, large number Of Norwegian
emigrants were on board, among whom the ship
fever suddenly broke out, and before the trip was
ended, carried off about fifty of them. They had
endured long and tedious voyage from their ia
therland, the confinement of closely packed cars
overland, and were fully prepared for the incur
sions of disease which is never satisfied with a
few. Every attention was paid to their wants by
Capt. Squres and ms crew. but Tor I.x which many
principally on Lake Huron and Lake Michigan
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01
LAND SALEs.-We find the following letter from
MIR. Fullerton, in the Democrat:
IANn 0EEICE SrI w MI ~


MIR. Fullerton, in the Democrat:
LAND OFFICE, SALTWATER, NJ. T.
July 25, 1854.
SIR: By last nights mail we received the Pres
;dent'c order, Withdrawing from sale entry,
(for railroad purposes) our entire district, as far
as surveyed, except what lies west of Rum River,
in Benton county, the Rum river pinery, and three
townships on the head waters of Snake river
The sale to commence Sept. 1lth next, will be
confined to the Military Reserve, in L. %, r. %.
Yours, truly,
r. NJ. FULLERTON, Register.
How far the Saltwater district extends we can't
say, but we presume not far beyond the east side
of the Mississippi river, as all lands on the west
side must be under the jurisdiction of the Mime
apolis and Brownsville Offices. Most of Township
% lies on this side of the river, and this town
ship, it appears, is to be sold on the 18th Of Sep
tember. The sale of the land on the west side of
the river will probably be withdrawn Immediate
ly if it has not already been. We shall probably
have more light on the subject in few days.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

C1Y1Bva royal decree, every town and locality
in Spain are in future to be provided with ply
sicians surgeons, and apothecaries, whose duty it
will be to dispense medical aid to the INDECENT
classes, and any other persons who may require
their attendance. They are also to take charge
of foundlings, to decide whether the substitutes
are fit for military service, &c. Their salaries a
to be proportioned to the population, wealth and
other local circumstances, of the district, and
they are to have a pension after practising thirty
wears in the same locality,
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

Nh. OLDs DEFEATED AcAIS.-Mr. Olds has sus-
tanned another defeat. His bill to increase the
postage on newspapers, was yesterday, laid on the
table by decisive vote. Congress is not SO hope
lessly behind the sentiment of the country that
it could give its sanction to the retrogressive
principle Of Mr.. Olds' bill. The bill was nothing
more than proposal to prohibit or limit the cir
culation in the country Of city papers and period
icals, by increased postage tax. Mr.. Olds
must try something else he cannot associate his
name with prohibitory tax upon the diffusion of
useful information.-N. Y. Sun.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO There are in the U. States 1888 700 far
mers, 100000 merchants, 10000 physicians, "a,
900 lawyers, 10000 teachers, $1,000 clergymen,
10000 mariners, 10000 fishermen, and 10000
State and Federal officers.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

ST. PETERs.-A correspondent of the Pioneer,
writing from Traverse de Siouz, states that cat
present ST. Peters is attracting the most attention
of any town on the Minnesota river.' Mills, ho-
tel, dwellings, &C., are in course of erection, and
there is some talk of paper being published
there. A printing press has already arrived.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO" Don't be in a hurry to get out of the
world-it is very good world considering the
creatures that inhabt it, and is about as full of
fun as it can be. You never saw a man cut his
throat with broad grin on his face it's grand
preventive of suicide. There is philosophy
and good sense, too, in laushing-it shows clear
conscience, and sincere gratitude for the things
of life, and clcvates us above the brute creation.
SO here goes for humor, and we put in for our
share while the ball is rolling.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

BALLooNISG IN IxDIA.-A man named knight
recently made ballon ascension at Bombay, but
upon reaching the upper air, being ignorant of
all principles of arostation he lost command Of
his balloon, and after being driven about at ran
dom for several hours, finally deposited gent
ly in the cooling waters of the Arabian Sea, at a
distance of ten miles from land. Fortunately for
the daring sronaut, he was discovered and picked
up BY steamer and carried into Surat.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

STARVED TO DEATH.-Asa Lincoln, of Brimfeld,
Mass, died the 9TH inst, of voluntary starva-
tion. lie was physician, and 73 years of age.
lie served several years in the State Senate, and
during long life received many proofs of the re-
spect and esteem of his neghbors. He was par
tally insane previous to his death.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

A CONSCIENTIOUS MAN.-Mr. Robert Schuyler
the defaulter, is the same man, the Boston Tran
script says, that few months ago had conscien
tious scruples about running trains on the New
Haven Railroad on SUNDAY.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

eV The opinion seems to prevail that the N.
Y. and New Haven Railroad Company will not as
sumo the over-issues of stock by Robert Schuyl-
er, unless the law compels them. This recent diff
fculty, taken in connection with the loss by the
Norwalk accident, will be apt to take off the prof
its of the company for some years to come.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

MAGNIFICENT ENTERrRIsE.-It is reported on
good authority, says the N. Y. Sun, that distin-
guished man of science intends building in this
city an iron tower 600 feet in height. 1t is to
stand in some central place, is to have rail cars
propelled by steam to its top, is to be furnished
with attractions inside of great value is to
as light house giving out, by peculiar scicnti-
ic arrangement, light which may be seen hun
dred miles at sea, &c. Several men of celebrity
in this city have been consulted as to the feasbl-
ity of the enterprise, and, after hearing the whole
arguments pro and con, unanimously pronounced
in favor Of the enterprize.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

THAT MUD HoLE.-We are glad to observe that
measures are being taken to fill up that mud hole
in St. Anthony street, directly in front Of Mr. Ko
Wits store. This improvement has been long and
very much needed.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

SUDDEN AND MYSTERIOUS DEAru.-Miss Ellen
Dodge, eyed about % years, daughter Of Picher-
ing Dodge, ESQ.,, Of Salem, was found dead in her
bed on Friday morning, at her fathers residence.
She had been in her usual health, and the night
previous was in company till IL O'Clock. The
family to which sine belonged, is one of the first
in Salem, and she was beloved by all who knew
her.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO The "Republcan Party of Vermont,
(the Anti-Nebraska men,) have nominated for
State officers: Gen. f. p. Walter, for Gov; Ry-
land Fletcher, for 1t. Gov; and Mr.. Bates, of
Northfeld for Treasurer.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

TIE BITE OF RArrLEsSAKE.-The most SIM
pie and convenient remedy, says correspondent
of the Macon Messenger, ever heard Of, was al
lum. piece the size of hickory nut dissolved
in water and drank, or chewed and swallowed is
sufficient. have good authority for saying that
it has been tried many times on men and dogs,
and that they have invariably recovered. know
of some planters whose hands are exposed to be
bitten by rattlesnakes, who always have them
provided with it in their pockets and they have
several tines found use for it.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CY'A severe storm of wind occurred at Day
enport on Thursday evening last The cabin of
the steamer Golden Era WAS carried away. The
chmneys of the Ben Campbell We're blown down.
in their fall crushing in the steamer Emma Her.
mon amid>hips: several houses were demolished,
and it is feared several lives are lost. Much
damage to property.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

ROBERT SCmuYLER.-The New York correspon-
dent of the Boston Transcript says of Mr.. Schuy-
Ter, that he graduated at Harvard University in
1917. lie says, also, that he contracted secret
marriage more than quarter of century ago,
and that the man and wife have ever since lived
in separate houses and kept up two distinct cstab
lishmcnts to this day.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

OVER THE FALLs.-A young man 10y the name of
Ferrell, while endcavoring to get bucket of wa
ter from out the Mississippi, above the Falls, on
Monday morning, slipped into the stream and was
precpitated over the Falls. His body had not
been found at the last account.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

-" Mrs. Robinson, the murdcrcss, now con-
fined in Jail, at Troy. n. Y, assaulted the sheriff,
few days since, when he took her meal 10 her
cell. She struck him with brass candlestick
over the eye, knocking him down. She was after
wards handcufed and chained to her cell
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

A NEw Ac1Rzss.-Miss Edwina Dean, sister of
Julia Dean, is preparing to make her debut in the
opera. She is reported to possess an extraordi-
nary voice, and is now under the instruction of
Mrs. Seguin.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

SINToMINEE IIoTEL.-Wc took stroll through
this hotel few days ago, and were agrceably
surprised at the commodious and pleasant ap
pearances of the rooms. The accommodations for
families and parties amplo, and we predict
for the house, if it is we'll kept, as much patron
age AZ any reasonable man could expect. The
situation of the building is delightful, overlook
ing the Mississippi and great part of st. Paul
Cz5~ 1t seems that the clerk in the banking house
of Belmont q Co.., who returned Sl4 200 short
time since, had been gambling in stocks, but fear
full of exposure, stole sufficient money from
the bank to make the fraud good, and intended to
throw the blame on one of his fellow Clerks
Hitherto he was highly esteemed, and had been
entrusted with large amounts of money.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

ACCIDENT AT STILLwArER.-Two men, one an
Irishman and the other Swede, came to their
deaths in Saltwater on Saturday last, by descend
ing into well filled with carbonic gas. A man
named Smell was found drowned in the river the
same day. 1t is supposed he committed suicide,
rs he had been gloomy for some time past.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

HOMESTEAD BILL.-The Washington correspon-
dent of the N. Y. Times, under date of the 18th,
says:
ssThe Homestead Bill, on the principle hereto
fore advocated, is unquestionably dead. The
Presidents confdentials say he will veto the
House Homestead Bill, if passed."
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

Gy Legal processes to the amount of $780,
600, have been served on the personal property of
Robert Schuyler. Heis considered an absconding
debtor.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

Cy7 In our Pacific Railroad article yesterday,
it was stated that the road would run a little
South Of West, crossing the Mississippi, at its
junction with the Fox. 1t should have read,
s. crossing the 1ESsO,tri' &C.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

ca VIM. H. Paul, charged with stealing $l4,
$40 from the Banking House of Belmont & Co..
has been discharged, it being impossible to prove
any thing criminal against him.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CyTM MIR. Geo. w. Gray, says the Lansing Intel
hgencer, contemplates erecting a ware house at
that place, which will be the largest this side of
Dubuque.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

RAILROAD SECURITIEs.-Therc is a squally time
among the railroad brokers about these days.
For some time past they have been see-sawing,
but at present it appears that the person on the
other end of the board has jumped off, and left
his companions high and dry. There he is, call
ing for help, but no help comes. Seriously, rail
road matters are in very disordered state. The
clouds may pass off, but are fearful that many
wrecks will be visible after the storm.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

ca 1t is stated that daughter of Mr.. John
Beachler, of Washington City, has come in pos
session of 100000 by the death of relative in
Germany. The will stipulates that she must
marry before arriving at the age of lS years.
Rather pleasant conditions.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

writes to the Pioneer, that as the Postmasters at
Henderson and Little Canada having failed to
give the proper bonds and securities, the Offices at
those places will be suspended for the present.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

TENNEssEE.-The prospects for the election Of
Wing candidates in Tennessee, is very favorable
In fact, every where, the Wing party appears to
be gaining ground.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO The ship Ericsson, which was somewhat
injured in gale off New York city, has been re-
paired, and is now ready for sea.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01
July 26, 1855.

CmcAco.-The Chicago papers complain of the
exaggerated reports which have been put in circu-
laton respecting the prevalence of cholera in that
city. Most of these reports have come from citi-
zens Of Chicago, who left the city in great fright.
We know Of one gentleman who informed us that
six hundred had died in one day, but of which
we made no mention in our paper. The editor Of
the Galena Adv, aludng to this matter, expresses
our sentiments exactly:
&c The truth with regard to the cholera, where it
exists at all, is always sufficiently painful to to
allay any disposition to hunt for imaginary
of sadness, and it is also too serious matter to
think of hiding or withholding it from any who
have any desire to know the truth. Lieing about
cholera, or indeed about any thing else, is always
the certain mark of moral coward, and we hold
that the moral courage to firmly resist and over
come the danger, is the most powerful and mortal
enemy that the cholera ever had"
From the official report, we learn that the whole
number Of deaths in Chicago by Cholera, for the
month of June, was l42-the whole number from
July lst to July 2lst, was 337.. Total by Cholera
479. Whole number Of deaths, from all diseases,
from June 1st to July 2lst, 665.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

C1y' The name of the coward who struck VIM.
II. Dana, Jr., Burns counsel, at Boston, is Will
liam oxford.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

In EARNEsT.--The last Elkhorn (Wis.) Reporter
(democratic) in an article upon the Nebraska
business says:
There is no use talking that the question shall
not be a test. No power on earth, with the feel
ing that exists, can help it, There are six out Of
every seven, even among democrats, who will not
under any circumstances, vote for Nebraskaite
for Office. And it need not be told that the party
have not much to lose, and still retain power
The party in Wisconsin, in particular, cannot live
with this load upon them, and we should not be
out of the way il we should say, they ought not
to live if they take the load. Let it sink it's bearer
and let obscurity cover the names Of those who
give their votes to aid the cause of iniquity.--
While the whole world is advancing it is grievous
to see the American Congress quickening speed in
a aretrograde direction-going back and bringing
darkness upon the country, exposing it to shame
For very shame they should not have done this
thing.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

WHO IS IT?-The New York Mirror, of the 18th,
says: 1t is whispered in Wall street, this morning,
that there is about to be another grand failure
that will put even Schuyler in the shade. We
dare not hint the name of the party
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO England made treaty with Japan in the
year 1912, but subsequent wars prevented her from
taking advantage of it. She is now endeavoring
to follow in the footsteps of Com. Perry.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01
MINNESOTA WEEKLY TIMES.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 26, 1854.

QUESTIONS ANswERED.-A gentleman from Car
rollton, Carroll Co., Ohio, writes to inquire
Is your country healthy?
Is the climate even and dry?
Is the soil good?
What is the prospect of your city increasing in
population?
To the first three questions we can answer-our
country is healthy, the climate is even and dry'
and the soil is good.
To the fourth we would say-that the prospects
for very rapid increase in our population, is ex-
ceedingly fattering. We think our climate would
benefit the writer's health.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

ca An Indian who was severely beaten .bv a
man named Hawly, near Red Wing, few days
ago, has since died. We hone the murderer will
be arrested and punished.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

GyA. Vance Brown is building very neat
and beautiful residence at the extreme end of
Fort street, within a short distance Of the cave.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

us, as a charity, to enquire through the Press of
sister towns, for information Of her son, James
Larkin. He was, when last heard of, in the vicin.
ity Of Chicago, at place called sCaroliue.'-
Buffalo ReorbEcdn. 3Ofh uIt
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

C151The cholera is no respecter of persons Ol
places. 1t now RACES at Montreal twenty-five
deaths occurring from it out of il hund ed.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CV Several cases of Cholera have occurred in
our city during the few days past. One was q
poor washer -woman-the other German. There
are several other cases, but they are all likely to
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO Love one human being purely and warmly,
and you will love all. The heart, in this heaven
like the wandering sun, sees nothing, from the
dew drop to the ocean, but mirror which it warns
and fills.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

ca Fraacis E. Brewster, Esq, well known
member of the Philadelphia Bar, died at his res
idenee on the 2lst ult,
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

Cy GLOW did Roger Sherman vote?" inquired
Mr.. Jefferson once, as he entered the Hall of
Congress, while question was being taken; and,
as the story goes, he recorded his own vote on the
same side without knowing much of the merits of
the question itself. This was a high tribute to
the sense of the Connecticut shoemaker, and
proved him to be man for others to steer by.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CAUGHT AT LAsT.-Dr. Wm. Ii. Arrison, the
supposed sender of the Internal machine to Mr..
Allison, the steward of the Cincinnati Hospital,
and which killed him and his wife, hls been caught
in Iowo
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO The prospective closing of the Crystal
Palace, N. Y, has been the means of closing all
the places of amusement in the neighborhood, ho-
tells, refrectors saloons. &C.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

Cy The Black Hawk arrived yesterday. We
are indebted to the clerk for papers.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

GyrSenator Douglas, in a speech which he
delivered at Philadelphia on the 4th of July,
took occasion to abuse the Know Nothngs.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO NJ. N. kellogg, Esq, of the firm Of Bono
& Kellogg, came up in the Black Hawk. We ART
indebted to him for st. Louis papers.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

GoLD.-Since the first discovery of gold in CAL
iforna, the yield has averaged about 500, ,OOO, 900
year, or S., ,OOO 900 month, ST. ,25O, 900 week,
$lss,52l q day, or $1,000 an hour, or $l24 a
10
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

MODEST MERlT.-In Benton's "Tbrtv-Year's
View," is an anecdote of Lafayette, that on ap-
preaching the harbor of New York, he made the
unsophistcated inquiry, whether his servant would
be able to find hack at the pier to convey his
party to the hotel, little did he anticipate the
national pageant which anxiously awaited his
landing.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

CO We regret to learn that our fellow citizen,
G. d. Fillmore, Esq. lies dangerously i'll.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-08-01

SUsPENDED.-Most of the railroads in the east
and the west, now in course Of construction, have
been suspended in consequence of the recent
frauds. Among th:se we notice the Racine and
Beloit, the Southern Wisconsin, the Iowa Central,
the Chicago St. Charles and Mississippi Air Line,
and possibly the Mineral Point and the Milwau-
kec and Mississippi. the present state of mon
etary affairs in this country, and the excited state
of affairs in Europe it is useless to think of bor-
rowing money abroad for railroad purposes, and
we may therefore settle down into the conviction
that railroad stock, just now is no 60. We arc
glad the gate has been shut down-it may pre-
vent worse state of affairs than now exists.