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Butte record., 1854-03-18

D@ Thirty-three tons of silver ar
rived at Philadelphia, recently from the
New Orleans Mint. under the Superin-
tendence Of ex-Marshal Keysei. The
specie was put up in small iron covered
boxes, and it required no less than six
cars to convey it from Pittsburg to the
City Of Philadelphia.
Butte record., 1854-03-18

The Marquis of Turgot, the French
ambassador, who fought with Mr.. Soule,
sen. has been raised to the dignity OF
Grand Officer of the Legation of Honor.
1t was reported that the decoration was
conferred as an approval of his conduct
in the Soule affair; but the correspon-
deuce of the London Morning Post says
that Napoleon reprimanded Turgot for
accepting the duel, and that the decora-
tion-which was bestowed as testimo-
NAL OF his diligence in the internati nal
copyright treaty-was withheld fifteen
days, as warning not to fight with Amer
lean Ministers in future.
Butte record., 1854-03-18

@ A fellow was arrested at RABBIT
Creek, near Downeville, for attempting
violence on a little girl. He was taken
isom the officers, and whipped by the
people. The authorities undertook to
arrest the ringleaders in the work, but
we're resisted by large mob, armed with
ssvolvers. and finally gave it up.
Butte record., 1854-03-18
One Of the Justices.


The following case, which will make
some of our metropolitan lawyers rise
in their boots,' was actually adjudicated
in the year 1902, in the town of -,
in the State of Rhode Island.
Shark VS. ogles. Corram Ball, JUS
ice. Count, Trespass done by Michael,
sae hired man of Ogles, for fishing in the
river illegally. Damages laid at fifty
dollars.
Upjoin for defendant and plaintiff, per
Justice. You for Ogle,
Upjoin. Yes.
Justice. The duce you are The
case is disposed of, and I am now max
ing up the judgment I will admit no
testimony, but if you have anything to
say, will hear you
Upjoin. I will proceed as soon as
Jour honor is at liberty.
Justice l was only making up the
Judgment sir. l will hear you; 60 on.
Upjoin. object to the decision of
the case before the time assigned in the
writ, and before / am heard.
Justice. Go on, sir, I'll hear you
can hear just as well while Pm writ
ing. It will make no difference.
Upjoin. This is brought by plaintiff
versus defendant for damages done by
Michael 1t should have been brought
vs.. Michael the trespasser.
Justice. Sue beggar and -. I'll
hear all you have to say.
Upjoin. The defendant cannot be
connected with the transaction, nor is
he sought to be. Besides, the statute,
(page 1867 requires a notice of six days
to defendant in all actions, and here is
only one days's notice.
Justice. Notice seems to have been
sufficient to bring you here! But 60
on, I'll hear you. You don't disturb
NE.
Upjoin. The statute also requires,
page i75) the writ to be under seal
This writ has no seal.
Justice. Mr.. Shark, just run your
eye over the bill, and see if the costs are
high enough. Go on, I hear every word
you say.
Upjoin. This writ is directed to a
sheriff, and is to be served by town
sergeant. Your honor cannot proceed.
Justice Then this is not court !
Ha! ha! Go on. We do proceed, you
see.
UWoin. 1t is no trespass to fish in
the river.
Justice. All, ha! No trespass to
trample down clover, eh?
UPjoin. But the action is not for
srespassing in the clover.
Justice that bill OF costs right Mr..
Shark
Upjoin. The damage is laid in the
writ at fifty dollars. Now your honor
has exceeded your jurisdiction. A Jus.
.ice cnanot give judgment for over twen-
ty dollars, nor have Jurisdiction where
more is claimed.
Justice. Why, Squire, you talk as
one of the foolish women talk, as Solo,
mon said on similar occasion. Cam
not give jugment for more than twenty
doilars-umpth I have given judg-
ment for more than double that amount,
and costs to match. Don't trouble the
court with such futile objections. The
court is adjourned, and no appeal allow
ed.
Butte record., 1854-03-18

MCNULTY, C. A-Importer and dealer
1Nl in Hardware, Crockery, Glassware,
Stoves, Mining and Agricultural implements,
Wholesale and retail, special attention given to
orders from the country, all goods sold are
warranted, and at prices which defy competi-
ton, No. e2 Battery et San Francisco,
nl.tf No. 40 j st. Sacramento.
Butte record., 1854-03-18

VS. A lecturer, who was contending
at a tir, some length and great tautolog-
ical perplexity. that cart could not i'm
prove Nature" was startled "half out of
his boots," by the question, in deep,
sonorious voice, by one of his audience /:
Chow do you think you would look
without your whig -
The question was a ''poser''-the ar
gument "non seqitur %
Butte record., 1854-03-18
w. E. SINGER s. cos
lFEATHER RIVER EXPRESS

Connecting with Wells Fargo& Co.'S Express
to all parts of
California, Oregon, the Atlantic States, the
Canadas and Europe.
Weekly from Marysyille to and from the
following places,
Natchez. Berry Creek,
Evansville, Bucks Ranch,
Forbesfown, Eagle Gulch,
Enterprise, Medow Valley Ranch,
Stringtown, Spanish Ranch,
Wyandott, American Valley.
Wyman's Ravine, Indian Valley,
White Rock Eizabethtown,
Ophir, Black Hawk Greek,
Morris Ravine, Soda Bar,
Longs Bar, Rush Greek.
Oregon Gulch, Meeekr's Flatt, NF
Hooperville, Maryon's Flatt,
Potter's Ravine, Oregon Bar,
Spring Valley, kingsberry's Ferry,
Cherokee Flatt. y mile Bar
Sinclair Flatt, Rich Guleh,
Nelson's Bar, Rich Bar,
Frenchtown, Indian Bar.
Butte Mills. Smiths Bar,
Butte Greek, Browns Bar
Neils Rahch, Junction Bar,
Hambleton, Yellow Stone Greek.
Bdwells, Bar Mountain House.
For the conveyance of packages parcels val
uables and Letters, Collections made. Orders
promptly attended to, Gold dust purchased a.
the highest market price
Drafts procured on all the principal citics
in the Atlantic States and Europe
W. E. SINGER s co
January IA, 1854.
Gluckauf s. Williams Agents at Bidwelrs
Bar.
Butte record., 1854-03-18

ANOTHER VICTIM.-Again we are
called upon to chronicle the particulars
of tragedy, which, in the SO called
honorable code, is termed an affair Of
honor We consider it an affair of hor-
ror! The description of this act M y
be read in another part of this paper.
We speak of this transaction with
pain, in sorrow, and in anger. 1t was
our hope never again to be called upon
to record the circumstances attending
another duel in California But it was
a vain hope. A duel has been fought in
our midst; and one too, most murder
Gus in Its arrangements, and most bloody
and fatal in its results.
Two young men went out yesterday
to Oak Grove, and shot at each other,
at the distance of about fifteen PAGES,
with long dueling pistols. One of them
fell mortally wounded the other es-
capped unhurt. And strange to say, in a
community claiming to be civilized and
christianized, such cold blooded duel
was encouraged by dozen of men, who
claim to be honorable gentlemen. So
anxious were some to have the fight
come off, that sham duel was fought,
in order to mislead the sheriff, who was
endeavoring to arrest the real parties
And, great God! this fatal fight was
brought on about matter which should
have been arranged among friends, harm
less to all parties, in one single hour
Why do not friends in such cases inter-
fere to prevent duel in preference to
giving the least encouragement Judi
cious friends could adjust nineteen out
out of twenty causes of quarrel, which
terminate in fights, if they would 60 into
the matter with determination to do so.
These duels are fastening a deep
stain upon the fair fame of our State,
there should be made a determined effort,
on the part of all good men, to Danish
the practice from her borders. The law
maker has done his duty, but public
opinion, public officers and juries have
not done theirs. IF the law is too Sc
we're, lest it be modified until it can be
enforced. Ihe legislature should forth
with move in the matter.
Had an effort been made yesterday by
all who knew this duel was going to be
fought, it could have been prevented,
and the life of brave man saved. Why
is there such apathy in these cases p
Let man fall overheard at sea and hum
dreds of men will rush to his rescue but
when duel is to come off, hundreds will
rush to witness the fatal deed This
code of honor is libel on civilization
and should be driven from among men
who claim to have advanced three de-
grees above the condition of the savages
who roam amid the Rocky Mountains.
Union.
Butte record., 1854-03-18
EVERTS, SMELL e. cos
Feather River Express.
Connecting with ADAMS s co

We would respectfully inform the public
that we are now enabled to forward
TREASURE, VALUABLE PACKAGES, LETTERS,
ETC, ETC.
With unrivalled despatch and security, and
upon the most reasonable terms, to and from
the following places, viz;
American Valley, Wyandott,
Chandlerville, Bidwells Bar
Gibsonville, Evansville,
Hopkins Creek, Hansonville,
Morris Ravne, Longs Bar,
Onion Valley, Nelson's Greek,
Port Wine Diggings, Poorman's Creek,
Spring Valley, Rich Bar, Middle Fork
Sears DiggDgs, Stringtown,
White Rock, Smiths Bar, n Fork,
Barker's Ranch, City of '76,
Canyon Creek, Butte Greek,
Grass Valley, Forbestown,
Jamison's Greek, Honcut City.
Natchez, Lexington House,
Oregon Gulch, 0phir,
Rich Bar, North Fork Pine Grove,
Strawberry Valley, Rush Greek, s. Flat.
Spanish Ranch, St. Louis,
Collections, orders, etc, attended TO with
promptness and ielity. Stafford s. KERBY
agents. EVERETT, SMELL s. co. Nov 10.
Butte record., 1854-03-18

sar Some right-minded wag plays off
the following spiritual" bon mots:
''That whiskey is the key by which
many gain an entrance into our prisons
and alm-houses.
'That brandy brands the noses of all
those who cannot govern their appetites.
"That wine causes many to take a
winding way home.
THAT punch is the cause of many un-
friendly punches.
'That ale causes many ailings, while
beer brings many to the bier
"That champagne is the source of
many real side pain
"That gin-slings have Slowed more
than the sings of old.
"That the reputation of being fond of
cocktails is not featherin any mans
cap.
"That money spent for port that is
supplied by portly gents would support
poor family.
"That porter is weak supporter for
those who are weak in body"
Butte record., 1854-03-18
NEW ARRANGEM
Langton & Bros.

Treasure, Package, and Letter Express,
nAILY, to and from Downieville and tho
~ Northern and Southern mines, in CON
nection at Marysville with
AID Ms & CO.,
By every steamer to the Atlantic States and
Europe. South America, Australia, Oregon,
the Sandwich Islonds and China.
Renewed facilities are now offered to the
public for transmitting Gold Dust, Valuable
Packages and Letters, at reduced prices, to
all parts of the world at our principal offices.
From .naryspiHe to From Do,cnieriiiie to
Dobbins Ranch, Forest City,
Fosters Bar, Smiths Diggings.
Billiards. Bar, Kanaka Greek,
Stoney Bar, Minnesota,
Camptonville, Wolf Greek,
Railroad Gulch, Snow Point,
Oak Valley, German Bar, ME-.
Slate Range, Concord Bar, do,
Indian Valley, Scott's Flat,
Rantedotler Bar, Nloore's Flat,
St. Joseph's Bar, Orleans Flat,
Goodyear's Bar, Eureka South,
Cox's Bar, Back Bone House.
Downieville, Illinois Bar, S. f.,
Ousley's Bar, Missouri Bar, do.
Parks Bar, Nevada CITY.
Long Bar, Eureka North,
Industry Bar, Craig's Flat,
Kennebec Bar, Rapid Greek,
Barton's Bar, Missouri Bar.
Empire Ranch, Sweetland's.
bridgeport, San Juan Cherokee,
French Corral, Sierra City,
Frenehman's Bar, Sierra Valley.
Hess Crossing, Mid Yuba.
and the various other places On the route.
Butte record., 1854-03-18

G 4 merchant in this city suddenly
entered his counting-house the other day,
and found one of his clerks rearing a
large book in the air, with the end rest
ing on his chin.
"Why amt you at work. John :" he
asked.
81 am sir,' replied the clerk.
"You a.e. at what work -
Balancing the ledger, sir"
Butte record., 1854-03-18

A CHANCE FOR PHILosoPHERs.-Sam-
uel W. Adkisson, OF Tennessee, offers
various premiums of twenty-five dollars
for solutions of the following problems !:
l. To establish one principle in mod
ern philosophy that assumes nothing as
correct.
2. For a good reason why the bot
tom course of shingles should only be
two double, and the rest three.
3. Why the front wheels of a Wagon
should be SO low as to cause the front
bolster to be the lowest.
4. Why the outer edge of the rim of
a wagon wheel should be thinner than
the inner
3. Why the inside of horseshoe
should be concave and have narrow
heels.
Butte record., 1854-03-18

THE FAMILY SUIT.-The son-in-law
of chancery barrister having succeeded
to the lucritive practice of the latter,
came one morning in breathless estacy
to inform him that he had succeeded in
bringing nearly to its determination a
cause which had been pending in the
court of scruples for several years. In
stead of obtaining the expected congrat-
ulatlons OF the retired veteran of the law,
his intelligence was received with indig-
nation. at was by this suit exclaim
ed he, "that my father was enabled to
provide for me, and to portion your wife /;
and with the exercise of common pru-
dence, it would have furnished you with
the means of providing handsomely for
your children and grandchildren. !"
Nor BAD.-In matter of intricacy
and involving question of law, it is al
ways better to take legal advice, as the
following incident related by the Stock
ton Post will show.
A few days since a gentleman from
the Stanislaus called on one of our law.
yers in this place, who is proverbial for
giving an honest opinion in any case in
which he may be employed. The gen.
tleman's inquiries were, if pre.emp-
TORS claim, located on a school land
warrant, would be good" To which
Judge-immediately remarked that
it would, and that school land warrants
could not hold as yet. A short time af-
ter, both parties found out that the in
tended pre-emptors claim was to be To-
Gated on school land soarrant claimed 5y
the Judge, and that in giving his advice
ne had also given valuable tract Of
land!
Butte record., 1854-03-18

Hess Crossing, Mid. Yuba.
and the various other places On the route.
The Sumter banner. [volume] (Sumterville, S.C.) 1846-1855, 1854-05-17
Cuba.

There is no doubt, but that our pre-
sent relations with Spain, in regard to the
island OF Cuba, arc of a serious and cri,i-
cal character and lrau.ht with deep and
special interest to the Southern States
OF the Union, who have up to this time re-
NAMED passive spectators and disapprov-
ing Judges Of the lilibuslcring attempts
from the North for the acquisition Of this
rich key to our Pacific posse ssions. The
South and the United States cannot now
tame!y look upon the united attempt of
Spain, France and England in Cuban
c;nan cipalon, and the establishment thus,
OF an explosive mine upon our Southern
border. Self defence calls us into action,
and as the only remedy now lcn Cuba
must be ours, ours for humanity's sake.
The Ilrst step in the hcllish tragedy
which IS TO bio, out and dcpopula,c one of
the talrcst islands in Gods creation, is
seen in the enrolment by the Captain
General of Cuba Of 1000 negro soldiers in
two regiments, for immediate service does
not this show d suicidal intent on the
part OF Spain docs not its cruelty OF pur-
pose find paral,2i only in the cnormtics
OF the inquisi;ion, and should one of the
most civilized and powerful nations on the
globe, quietly witness these barhartics,
aimed at her rights, and cofnmtlcl nj her
doors ! we should think rot. The issue
must be plncci l,o' dly before the world 70
SPAN we must say, your attempts To Arr-
canlsc Cuba, having for lis ONCE, an injury
to this country, cannot be permitted. Ii You
canno, holl the ,>land yourself, her .cogra-
pa'cai position indicates to what power she
should belong, her acquisition i, desired
by fair purchase and honorable ncgocia-
'i"n, on the failure OF which it becomes a
duty to ourselves and the human race TO
protect her against The uplified and muir
drrous hand Of dcsrn,isn.
The position Of the Black Warrior case
may determine the Cuban question in
shorter time, than We expect, but what
ever IS the Termination OF that affair, we
hold Il as perfectly right in this Govern
mcn' to extend and pcrmi, aid from her
shores, 10 The crcolcs OF Cuba in their strup-
Gle against any attempt 10 .ifricanisc that
island
II is call ol humanity and civilization
for pro,e ction. against crucl,cs and bar
The Sumter banner. [volume] (Sumterville, S.C.) 1846-1855, 1854-05-17
s. NECsEHx,1

On our first page, will he found an able
and tasteful communication over llIc sig
nature of Wesley" which we recon-
mend not only to tho candidates !or State
honors in Clarendon County, but To lhc
citizens of Sumter District and our rcat,crs
generally. There are one or two hints
thrown out sen puSScn'," which would
prove scrviccablc and OF benefit to capital
lists and property holders in Sumtcrvl!c.
But as regards tie attack upon the judi
ciary and the Bar OF this District, we sim
ply Say we pity the weakness oi lit is
SO oulterly groundlcss, uncaicd for and even
unjust. The Bar might, too. be provoked
TO a rclort that would make its an
thor feel for his friends little more con
Germ than his present laucicd security
could imagine. We invite him to some
thing like specifications
The Sumter banner. [volume] (Sumterville, S.C.) 1846-1855, 1854-05-17
Correspondence of the Banner.
New York, May IIth, 1851.


NlEssEs. EDrroEs: The Literary world
has been in suspense for some time await
ing the result of the libel suit Of Forrest
vs. WiI'is-damages being laid at $50,
00O. The point TO be settled is, whether
critic can speak or write untru,hs concern.
ing public character under plea of .lb
crty of the press" Our opinion and the
opinion OF most persons is that it cannot be
done and should not be allowed. Still
MIR. Forrest s acting tools.,ly to sue such
notorIously poor vain, solt-hcadcd author
as Willis is.
The Court Martial for the trial Of Major
Wise has not yet adjourned. Public feel
ing is in favor Of Mayor w, and according
to the testimony thus far given, we thin,
he will be acquitted.
Fires now occur daily. On Wednesday
one broke out in Forsyth street and dcs
iroycd scvcn'y-iivc buildings. $50 farni-
lies, most Of them, poor foreigners, were
thus deprived of their homes; many of
them losing their clothes and furniture in
consequence OF the rapid spread Of the fire
a practical joke was played with snch
success Oh the "nativcs.' a few days ayo,
that VIC take the liberty of clipping an ac-
count OF the same from the portfolio Of an
excellent brother reporter who Witnessed
the whole scene:
"lt WAS announced that rcri1c.t of
Amazons would ride into the city to day
from Jersey, coming up Courtlandt street
to Broadway, thence TO the City Hall,
where they would lie I" reviewed bv the
Common Council = All this morning
Courllandt street and Broadway, where
the procession would move, is lined with
men, women and children. The crowd IN
the Park is something wonderful. The
steps Of tho City Hall arc varicgated with
tanciiuly dressed women, and, as the sun
is shining brightly in their faces, every
color tho rainbow Is tvpilicd in the para
soils"
Alter parade was over, the Amazons
were to perform at Barnulns Museum
which was crammcd with visitors all day
long. We wonder if Burnum didn't start
The report
The Crystal Palace, under the supcryis.
ion ul Barnum is doug better than was
anticipated. The laborn. classes seem To
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Ex3@ Persons wishing to see us uron
business connected with tho Paper or Law,
can find us at any hour during the day,
except from four to five in the afternoon,
at our Office, just back of SoloMoNs' New
Store. All business connected with the
paper must be transacted with WILLIAM
LEWIS, JonS S. RICHARDSON, ir., or r. G..
LOGAN. Mr.. K. G.. LOGAN, the Foreman
OF Banner Office, is our only authorised
Agent to receive money and give receipts
for the same, and may always he found at
the Banner Office. All letters addressed
to the Ba"mer must be prepaid to insure
attention.
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The CaiOric Ship.

Our readers doubtless feel IN interest
in the success Of this ship, the second
trial OF which came off few days ago and
was rather satisfactory, but upon her re-
turn she was capsized by a squall, and
sunk. Efforts are now being made to
raise her, of these efforts writer on the
Sth inst, says !:
The Ericsson was in rig, and ready
Tor pumping this morning. 1t is not sc
certain that she will be easily raised Her
damage @ilfbe large, as she was in com
plcto order for sailing, and 'fad all her bed
ding and furniture on board. These will
be next to spoiled. The vessel lies easy
Much sympathy is felt for Mr.. Kitching
The Sumter banner. [volume] (Sumterville, S.C.) 1846-1855, 1854-05-17

" -''iiiNh l'N, NiAf l.) lSJl.
MEsSns ED'ruEs The struggle on the
Nebraska Bll has commenced at last in
real M"'n! o"r"""' On Monday mo-nin,r
last Whl.n ,.cinucrS WEI.
ing petitions, Committee reports ard
preparing speeches for " Bunc ombc," Col.
Richardson Of H., moved tina, the House
resolve itself into Committee Of the whole.
that is, take up for consideration the Ne
bras!:a--kansas Bill. Could Il thunder
bolt have fallen it would hardly have caus
cG greater conmo,ion than cnsued when
this motion was .nadc. "Alr. Speaker"
" MIR. Speaker" was the cry from every
quarter OF the House, That worthy func-
tlonary after some dcibcraton assigned
he ocr to Mr.. Stephens oi Georgia. who
called for the Ayes and Nays on The motion
jas; made. The roll was ca!lcd--anxicty
was depicted on every face until The clerk
announced the vote which was AYES 100
Nays S6, absent or no, voting 4.
The faces Of Snu,hcrn members then
frightened up, while the N"r,hcrncrs
(Whiss especially appeared, TO use q
popular phrase, down in the mouth. Fox
cnr;os'ty's sake VIC give the loluwire q alb
s,ract Ol the vote
The Sumter banner. [volume] (Sumterville, S.C.) 1846-1855, 1854-05-17
H'hE ElAtCst News.

The latest news, which has been re-
crived hy telegraph through Char
lesion, is Of quite an interesting char
acicr. In Europe the cotton mark
cts had advanced 18th OF a pen
ny and flour slightly declined.
Mr.. SorLE's position at The c""'t of
nf Spa. :. ..-,,s,,.--l !, L;.' demands ip,
rcpcration for damages, in the case of
the Black Warrior, are pronounced by
the London Times to he overbcarny
and cxorhitamt. In the East there has
been no disci>ivc battle at skir-
mish between the Russians and Turks
at ka'efat the former lost FIVE han
drcd men and were forced 10 retreat.
The expectation is entertained, that
Il terrible conflict viii soon cllsuc be.
tween the Allies and RuSSiunS. l.u-
rorcan capitalists are making large in
vcstmcil's ii. American stocks, not
withstmd!ns Which, large shipments
of specie are made by every Steam
cr 10 England, from the United States.
The Nebraska discussion in Congress
is continued with great excitement and
carncstncSs, q dispatch to the CHARLES
ton Standard dated Washington May
,D.l co,.
The Sumter banner. [volume] (Sumterville, S.C.) 1846-1855, 1854-05-17
Majority in favor %.

Now tie question has been fairly
brough; up, we hope To see it settled al
once but fear that this will, by no means,
he the case Every member feels bound
to gay something, and three iuurhs OF them
start from the time Of the Flood or Lcuin
with the famous Missouri COMPROMISE and
cnl--no where. To clear the galleries
now, jus, let II be announced that "lhc Ne
hraska Bill Is before the House. To-day
all parties appeared to be tired Of such
slow proceedings and Col. Richardson in
roduccd 4 resolution Terminating the de-
bate Oh the %holc question on Friday
Shortly after, most exciting debate arose
on points Of order and on decisions of llc
Speaker. The whole House seemed IN
an uproar The Speakers hammer fell
III VAN, and, for time, disorder was ,ri
umphant Quiet was finally restored BY
mutual explanations, Mr. Mace then
moved that the resolution be laid on the
tahlc-rcJeclcd,Aycs %, Nays 100, MAORI
ty against resolution 5.
MIR. Edgcrton asked Mr.. Richardson to
name in his resolution a later hour
Mr.. X. declined, explaining, again, that
10 do SO would jeopardizc the final success
Of the bill.
Mr. r. then moved the previous qucs-
ton Oh agreeing TO his resolution.
MIR. Edgcrton moved call to the House,
which was not ordered. The whole night
may be spent in discussions; and up 10 the
time OF our closing the debate was still 90.
ing or. Yours,
PALMETTO