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Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

c. ''Hennepin, Jr." in the St. Anthony Ex-
press of Oct. 2lst, after alluding to article in
the Times week or two since, signed ''Henne-
pin,'' remarks:
ssThe Times, in my humble opinion, made a
great mistake when it went against Fullerton and
Marshall, and doubt not it will regret before it
is through with its fatal error"
The Times has got nothing to regret. 1t would
do the same thing over again, should it be placed
in the same position. 1t stated long before the
election that it would not vote for any nan who
was not pledged against the fraud. The only
men who would pledge themselves were those on
the Democratic ticket, and we supported that
ticket and we would do so again under similar
circumstances. Had the unexccptionablc ticket
composed of Wings and Democrats temper
ancc men-which was carried into the Peoples
Convention, and which was gagged down-had that
ticket been nominated, we should have supported
it., because they were gentlemen we could sup
port-evcry man of whom was we'll known to be
opposed to the railrord swindle-but no, an at
tempt was made to stuff down our throat an OBJ
noxious ticket, which we had previously asserted
would not support under any circumstances,
not because there were hoI Soou men Oh IL, puC
because those men would not carry out the views
which we conceived to be paramount to every
thing else. Can ''Hcnnepin, Jr.'' understand
this? Whether he or cannot, let him and all
Others rest assured of thing, that if we should
live to the ege of one hundred years, we shall
never regret the course we have taken on the Rail-
road question. We believe We were right, and
time will so decided it, for ''thc Right is always
expedient." ....o,. ..--
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

THAT SuANrY.-We are glad that Shanty has at
last been razed. 1t was perfect nuisance to the
CITY. and we trust no more will take its place. We
observe large hole in the ground where it stood,
which in its present exposed condition, is danger
Gus to pedestrians.
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Correspondence of the Times.
FredOnia-Its Trees-The Messrs. Risley-Sced
Growing.
FREDoNIA, Chatauque Co., n. Y,

After being hurried over great extent of coun-
try of almost every description, and through
towns and villages by scores, | find myself to-day
in one of the most beautiful places that have
seen for many years. Situated in fine country
and away from the great thorOugfares, as mat
ter of course the population is exclusively -Ameri-
can, and everything about the place has a genuine
Eastern appearance, which is characterized by a
remarkable display of enterprise, wealth and good
taste. Indeed, it is no little source of pleasure
for one long accustomed to the exciting scenes of
Western life, and the wonderful progress attend
ing the growth of new towns, to spend a short
time in quiet Eastern village of the first order.
This sort of feeling comes over at least, as
wander about Frcdonia, where everything has
such corresponding neatness, with shade trees
of such fine and graceful proportions, lining eve
nv street, and a fine collection of well arranged
shrubs, roses and flowers, beautifying almost eve
ry yard. What fresh and healthy aspect they
lend to the place, and how it bcspeaks of the in
telligencc and taste of the citizens. And how can
wealth be we'll expended as in thus adorning
Home, sweet home,'' thereby rendering it so
truly sacred and cndearng!
But one word about the trees that lend such
charm to Frcdonia. They are principally our
native hard or sugar maple, tall, graceful and
well formed. Indeed, they were always favorite
with me, and after the experience have gained
from travelling and otherwise, | am persuaded
fully, that it has no equal for streets and lawns
in our climate, unless it be the elm. There
a few other kinds, but only enough to form a
4 Al. =, hut.
pears quite uncomev beside native forest tree.
The horse chestnut, mountain ash, and few 9TH
crs of smaller size, find place in the yards
their proper place, while small collection Of
evcrgrccns, mingling with beautiful shrubs and
flowers, characterize the homes Of the rich and
poor.
The residences Of the Mcssrs. Risley, three very
beautiful places, attracted my attention in partic-
ular, as well as their fine gardens. Your readers
are doubtless generally familiar with the name of
f. Rislev & Co., whose seeds have become so Gel
ebrated, both East and West. They commenced
the business some twenty years since, and bya
wise discrimination in regard to the prosecution
Of their business, they soon became exceedingly
popular as seed growers, and, as matter of
course, they have become wealthy.
At pre- sent the Rislcys have but little to do with
the business, the gardens being managed and car
RED on by three cntcrprsins young men, who
have been for many years engaged in the business
under the proprctors. The demand for their
seeds appears quite large as ever, and learn
that their sales amount to some thirty thousand
dollars year.
The omnibus that runs to Dunkirk, distance
of three miles, is now waiting for passengers, and
must close. or shall be too late for the sears
when the bell rings" l.. NJ. F..
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CO One of our young bloods dining at FASH
ionable hotel, few weeks since, was requested
by gentleman to pass some article Of food that
was near him. Do you mistake me for waiter2 2
said the exquisit. No, sir, mistook you for
gentleman, was the prompt reply. e1
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- The Boston Theatres are not allowed to
exhibit on Saturday evenings, that being accord
ing to the old Puritanic style, the commencement
of the Sabbath --ic
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

We call attention to the letter.of Mr..
Ford in another column. His letters are intere St
ing because they treat of themes which ought to
interest every Minnesotian.
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WEDNESDAY,, OCT. 25, 1854.
FALL OF SEBASTOPOL.

The fall of this mighty Russian stronghold,
constructed at an expense of one hundred millions
OF dollars, is important event in the history Of
nations. Hitherto it has been deemed impregna-
bic, and Nicholas, to degree, felt against
the onward progress of the allied fleet, but he
has been greatly mistaken. Bomarsund was an
other strong point which cost six millions OF dol
lars, but this also has been captured, and now the
only hope left the Car is Cronstadt, which defends
St. Petersburg in fact, the whole empire
This is said to be more strongly fortified than the
other two places were, being located on an Island,
around which huge rocks have been sunk, to pre-
vent the approach Of vessels. Here, probably
will be fought the great battle Of the 10Th CEN
turv-hcre doubtless, from one to two hundred
thousand Russians will be posted, with detcrm-
ination to defend the place or meet the soldiers
doom. Whether the allied powers will commence
an attack on Cronstadt this winter. is question.
We are inclined to think they will wait until
Spring. In the meantime the Russian commerce
will be crippled, and when the campaign does open
it will be a bloody one. Should Cronstadt fall
then Petersburg must follow, unless Nicholas fires
it, as he would probably do before he allowed it
to become the property Of his enemies. Strange
events are ahead, but we cannot but believe that
these events will tend to disseminate the princi-
pies Of Right Justice and Liberty.
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ev 1t is said that passenger on the Arctic
offered any one e3O, ,O0Oto save him. Efforts were
made, but it was no use--he was drowned.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

sswHEy GREEK MEETS GREEK,' &c.-Fredrick
Douglas was invited by the friends of freedom in
Illinois to address series of public meetings in
that State. Douglas, the Senator, will find his
match in Douglas, the negro fugitive.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CO Gen. Shields is stumpng Illinois in favor
of himself and Allen. 1t is no use-he voted for
the Nebraska BILL and the tide is destined to sweep
him and others out into the political sea SO far
they will never get back again.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

c. The Know Nothings in Norfolk and Ports
mouth, celebrated the recent victories in Pennsy-
vania and Baltimore, by firing 100 guns. ~
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CT5| We see it stated in our exchanges that it
is thought that possibly the family of MIR. +. X.
Collins were saved when the Arctic went down.
1t was supposed that Capt Luce lost, but in
asmuch as he was saved, there appears to be hope
for the safety of many others.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

c. Read the letters of our correspondents to-
day. They will repay perusal.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CO The four Coroners of New York City held
s4l inquests during the quarter ending Septem-
Der SOth, for which they received SIS 5,46O,4O,
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

VERMoNr.-Judge Collamer, Wing, has been
elected to Congress by the Legislature of Ver-
mont. Lawrence Brainard, Free Soil, has also
been elected.
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~ The Boston Post SAYS =

e~ The Boston Post says We saw female
rag-Ticker, the other day, with smearcd fingers
decorated with no fewer than six gold rings
We don't object to this, but it seemed to US very
much like running gentility into the ashes.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

ca The first paying Teller of the Ocean Bank
Of New York, is said to be deficient in his funds
to the amount of $4,000. Probably this will
turn out another defaulcation.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

Cy Only four Administration mon have been
elected from Pennsylvania. This spoor comfort
for the Nebraska advocates, but it can't be helped
they had no right to put their fingers in the fire.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CT Smith O'Brien is in Belgium, having arri-
we'd there about Sept. lst. So says the Dublin
Nation, though, it adds, that John Mitchell is try
ing to persuade the public that O'Bren is still in
Australia.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

.ExIGRArIoS.--The amount of emigrat on to the
northwestern country, from Virginia this fall, is
truly astonishing. We met on a recent trip ON
the Parkersburg road as high as twelve families
from Augusta county en- route for Iowa and Illi-
nos. We saw many others from Rockingham.
and some from eastern Virginia. Staxntoa, Ho.,
VindicdfQr. - aessfss Aae slni i 4 = n
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CO Thomas +. Meagher is about to remove to
San Francisco, which he viii make his residence.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

Gw John Randolph met personal enemy in
the street one day, who refused to give him half
che sidewalk, saying that he never turned out for
rascal. 1 do, said Randolph, stepping aside,
md politely raising his hat-pass on sir-pass
on! saI
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cF The Minnesota River boats are about rs
lively these days as black birds. They have all
they can do carrying freight and passengers
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

Cy Seven counterfeiters are trial at Bos-
ton, among them Heard. wealthy man, whose
daughters signed the bills.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

GW 1t is stated that the Mormons intend to
make settlement il Kansas. 200 families ex-
pect to locate within 100 miles Of the town.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CT We learn that an escort left Fort Smelling
yesterday with the Indian annuities, for Redwood.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CE% The weather in Minnesota, at present, is
delightful. Strangers cannot find terms strong
enough to express their admiration of our soil
and our climate. They inform us that large mum
bcrs are preparing to emisrate Minnesotawards in
the spring. s'The more the merrier."
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31
Mr.. Douglass Slave Plantation, and how He cam

Mr.. Douglass Slave Plantation, and how He came
by 1t.
The Cleveland (Ohio) Leader of October Sd,
is responsible for the following statements wiel
regard to Mr.. Douglass Individual connection
with the slavery interests of this country, and
which are made in reply to an Ohio paper, which
had denied that he was the owner of any slaves,
or was ever guilty of profane swearing. The
Leader says the facts were obtained ''from per-
sonal acquaintance Of Douglas, who had them di-
rectly from his own mouth.'
The wife Of Douglas, whom he married about
twelve years ago, was the heiress expectant at
the time, with sister, of a worn-out North Car
olina plantation, with its $50 negoes and some
:55O,00O of bank stock. Subsequently to her
of land in Mississippi, and stocked one with 80 and
the other with 40 negroes, the residue, ''pcculiar
property" remaining at the diapidated home
stead. a few years afterwards the father law
offered to make gift of the larger Mississippi
plantation to Douglas. But fear of public SEN
timent in Illinois and the North deferred him
from receiving the s:iive stock'' in his own nam e.
lie informedth3 old man, under the circun,stdn-
ces, it was better that the negroes should be set
tied upon his wife, which accordingly was done.
by the deaths of his father in-law, his wfe's
sister and his wife, and plantation, with 10 or
so field hands and number of family slaves, fell
into Douglass charge-though portion of the
property is incumbered by the life estate of the
| widow.
Douglas derives the rents and profits of both
the Mississippi plantations, and annually pockets
the surplus earnings of $50 or more slaves. lie
visits his plantations frequently, and gives his
negroes grand barbecue once year, inspccts
his crop piccaninics of African Or American pa
ternty; gives instructions to his overseers, as
| well as receipts for the cash extracted from the
| toll OF his human chattels during the preceding
year. lie will b. legally entitled to repeat his
barbacues and collections for fifteen years to
come, when his eldest son will come of age and
relieve his father of one-third of the profits de-
rived from the slaves. Douglas does not tech
nically own the Mississippi slaves, but he owns
their usSffuct, as lawyer would term it, which
means, 'the right of enjoying thing which be-
longs to another, and of deriving from it all the
profit or benefit it may producc.'' s. s...
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BANGOR. (Nfe..) Oct. 16.

BANGOR, (Nfe.,) Oct. 16.
The Rev. Mr.. Bennett, Roman Catholic priest
of this place, was tarred and fcathered and rid
den on a rail at Ellsworth, ON Saturday evening
last. He had been previously threatened.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

Cg51 The Excelsior arrived yesterday with very
heavy freight and many passengers. Soon after
her arrival the Levcc presented very busy ap-
pearancc boxes, bales, barrels being strcwcd about
in most dsordcrly manner.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

O. Hon. Leonard Jarvis, formerly member
of Congress from Maine, died recently.
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CF The health of New Orleans is said to be
impJ owing.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CyT Partridges are becoming plenty in New
Orleans, at ST a pair.
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rs5' We learn from Of our real estate land
Dealers that transactions in land are active but
Of a healthy character. lie states that he con-
sidcrs the permanent prosperity of st. Paul be-
vond doubt. His conclusions are drawn from cx-
tensivc observations and long experience, and are
therefore entitled to credit.
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ino rfts..ls.s satl 9 ts. ~. TRoY, Oct. 13. 3
A skiG containing seventeen men, upset this
morning opposite the steamboat landing, and only
six were rescued. They were employei IN q chair
factory at West Troy, and were going to their
work. Eight of the bodies have been recovered.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

SroPPED.-A dispatch from Cincinnati of the
18th states that P. B. Manchester, private Bank
er of that city, has stopped payment. 1t was al
SO reported that the Kentucky Trust Compa-
nv Bank had suspended.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

Cy" The Whig-Demoerat Editor of a certain
paper published in this city, called for conve-
nience, The Democrat, but which is ANYTHING what
it purports to be, has got the high strikes because
we published article from Buffalo cores
pondent who very gentlemanly informed the pco-
pie of Minnesota that the present editor of the
Democrat had formerly been an active Whig =
The editor has not yet denied the charge and per-
haps it would be best for him not to because, well,
no matter Now in all this we see nothing to ruff
Ae the usual amiable disposition of the editor.
Keep cool we have other home truths to tell you,
by and hy.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

CO While we are talking about the loss Of
steamships, we should not lose sight of the many
emigrant ships which have gone down to rise no
more. 1t has been asccrtained that 4S ships
which left the old country for America, loaded
with emigrants, have never been heard FROM
How many an anxious heart has beat for those
who went down with them, the world little knows.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

IxDrANA.-The first and second districts Of the
State are said to be Democratic. Miller is elect
ed by $50 majority and English by from to 600.
The returns thus far show about 90 majority for
the Peoples Ticket in the House Of Representa-
tives. This will do. F'J
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. The price of Flour has been very high in
st. Paul for week past, i'll consequence of the
arrival of the supply below. 1t is casing up
a little now, and by the time our merchants
ceive there winter stock, we apprehend it will be
quite reasonable. Our mills are doing all they
can, but the continued influx of emigrants draws
heavily on every kind of eatable, but more par
particularly on s'the staff of lifc-Flour.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

Cy The Black Hawk arrived yesterday after.
noon.
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Judcious advertising is one of the great levers
that moves the business world. In these days of
progress for Il man not to advertise is the worst
folly he can be guilty Of why does such an
one get along so well?'' asks the merchant who
has been all his days working hard to get estab-
lishcd in business, without paying one dollar for
advertising. Simply because he is shrewd enough
to see that by patronzing tn, papers he procures
just double the customers he would by setting
down and .ucking his thumbs, and thereby excu-
ding himself from the public, the great source
from which he ought to draw his trade g can't
see what benefit advertising does" ha continues,
while his nc;ghbor the street is laughing
immoderately at his folly, an. makes a still great
cr noise through the journals, concerning his own
stock of goods, which 90 off much quicker than
hot cakes in a frosty morning. Barnum, Bran
drcth, Townsend, Anderson, and hundreds of 9TH
crs are living illustrations of the benefits Of ad-
vcrtisn.. Without it they never would have ac-
cunulatcd the wealth they now possess. Genin,
the famous Halter, who at present is the indcpcn-
don't candidate for Mayor Of New York city, made
nearly all his money by advertising, and SD too,
can it be said, of the wea!lhicst merchants in the
Union. Without the publicity Jenny Lind gained
through the press, she never would have realized
so large an amount from her concerts. If you
wish to succeed in almost anything, make yourself
known, either through the medium of the press
or in some other way, but by all means, get the
public ear. Let it be done in judic;ous manner.
Make your advertisements palatabe. For instance
read what Wood & Morse say in to days Times.
They not only cultivate an understanding with
the public, but appeal to the very soles of the
people, and not in vain. s. News paper and ink, .
said the renowned l,arnum, ''has done more for
me than every thing else combinel,'' and those
who know the vicsstudcs of Mr.. Barnum, and
the manner in which he has fought his way up the
rough hill of life, will at once believe that what
he saws is true. Heed our advice and if You wish
tn rct rich expenl annually a liberal sum for
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

OLD BULLIoN.-A Washington correspondent of
the N. Y. Tribune says that cold Bullion is in
ecstacies at the result of the recent elections land
rejoces especially over the reelection of Mace,
and the signal overthrow of the impartial chair
man, Olds. lie thinks the Nebraska in;quity is
not popular either in the Great Valley or in the
country His language is, 1t isn't popular, Sir,
though SO in the beginning, Sir. Aly opinion is
confirmed, sir. 1t isn't popular. The voice of
the people must be obeyed. 1t must be bowed to,
Sir" Mr.. Benton is right the voice of the pco-
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

VnDoTE.-This is the name Of new style of
ladies' bonncts Of the Partisan origin. 1t is so
constructed that it can be folded and packed up
into small case of two and a-half inches deep,
rendering it perfectly portable. The Bonnet can
be made in every style, and turned in the very
height of the fashion, without imparing its char
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-10-31

cial returns Of Philadelphia city and county are
as follows:
Pollock's majority for Governor is 4,719
Pollock, (Whig) 28,817
Bigler, Dem.) 24,036
Bradford, (Native Am.) 62
Florence's maj. for Congress (lst Dis.) 43S
Tyson's maj. Ga Dis.) 1,03S
Nlillward's maj. (3d Dis.) ' 353
Broom's plurality, (4th Dis.) @ 1,619