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The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

Mr.. Jeter was reelected to the police jury in
third ward
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

New GooDs.-H. Wells has just received a
large stock of fresh and fashionable dry goods,
ladies' dress patterns, silks, satins laces, bon
nets, mantillas, parasols, fancy goods and mil
linery. Also. gentlemen's and youths cloth
ing The ladies are invited to give him CALL
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

The citizens of Henry county, Missouri, have
commenced war on the cattle drevers from
Texas and Arkansas, on their way to the north
because they say the cattle have the Texan
fever contagious disease among. cattle, as
they allege, by which they have suffered large
ly. Missouri seems to have become all at once
perfect volcano Of warke elements; but we
opine that they will not be able to intimidate
the boys of Texas.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

IS. r." wiring from Baton Rouge to the
Picayune, savstthe political excitement waxeth
hot; both parties have full tickets in the field,
and the wrangl|ng, betting and quarreling, if it
increases as the; 9Th November approaches, will
be anything bi't agreeable to a man Of weak
nerves. The 1. mcricans claim this parish, { E.
Baton Rouge, |by from 200 to 400 votes ma
jority, and the;a ANTS allow them 25 to 50 ma
jority. One thing is certain-Pond, for con
gress, and still;nan, for superintendent of edu-
cation, will receive between three and five hun
dred majority il East and West Baton Rouge
and the BALANCED of the State ticket a less ma
jorty. The Above gentlemen have very I'M
popular compet;t ors, and will probably lead the
ticket in the Florida parishes. Bard's speech
at st. Francisfile, in which he detained
against the people of the north, himself being
norLherner, and accused the mercantile fra
sern'ty OF New Orleans of being thoroughly
ealh'eo win abpllt1onism, is having the desired
enece' ana he flll be scratched from many an
anti ticket in November. The A.,ar;con ra,o-
chlal uekets, bflna5 composed Of popular men,
will succeed il both East and West Raton
Rouge.
s z->~l~~ ~-sr~e~~a~-~-7-~--y ST.
The authorities of New Orleans are enforcipo
the law iD RESPECT to carrying concealed wea-
pons. On the 18th inst, S. F. Wilson was sent
before the criminal court, on the charge of
carrying on hisE person two loaded pistols.
Our former ssfellow-citizen, passed midship-
man John D. IRairey, owing to the changes
made by the navy board, in creating retired
isl mas been Promoted to q lieutenancy.
q great mass lneeting of the Americans was
held few days sinee at Knoxville, Tennessee,
which vas addressed by the hon. John Bell
tie spoke for mSre than twohours, and tile Reg
lster speaks in glowing terms Of bis speech.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

As IT SHOULD BE.-The Savannah GEORGIAN
says that, the election yesterday, from the
opening Of the polls to their close, was distin-
guished for the utmost quiet and good order
The admirable arrangements previously made
and the general determination manifested to aid
in carrying them out in spirit as well as let
ter, deserve the highest commentator. On
every side, indeed, and Oh occasions well cal
culated to excite the best feelings prevailed
throughout. The contest was, indeed, one of
principle purely, personal preference having
little to do with it, and as the question was one
upon which almost every voter had decided
opinion, all he had to was to express it quietly
and silently at the ballot box. 1t was a COM
mentary upon our free institutions well calcu-
lated to make deep and lasting impression.
We hope the example of Savannah will be fol-
lowed by all other cities. It is the way in
which freemen should ever conduct themselves
at the polls.
The Savannah Georgian expresses the opin-
ion that governor johnson, isreelected by from
6OO0 to 5000 majority.
The steamers on the Mississippi, bound from
St. Louis to New Orleans, report having en-
countered : heavy storm Of snow and hail On
The night Of the 9Th inst.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

The Jefferson Herald says that learns from
''reliable source that all of the streams above
are oyerhowing; Sulphur out Of its banks, and
upper Red River rising rapidly The Her
AIDS news has, not been confirmed as yet at
this point. The st. Louis Republican, of the
5Oth ult., reports heavy rise in the upper Mis-
sissippi, Missouri, and all their tributaries, and
advises the speedy removal Of wood, ETC., from
the banks of the Mississippi, as it anticipates a
general oveSaow. asnr5 - &s3s
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

Thanks Mr. 70. Boisseau, clerk ofthe Mari
on, for files Of New Orleans papers.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

FUBNIquRE-Those of our readers sending
to New Orleans for furniture or other house
hold goods, should by no means overlook the es-
tablishment of Mr. Chas. A. Stewart, I'll and
173 Canal street. His stock is entirely new
and embraces every article that can be called
for, all ofwhich will be sold on tile most libe-
raj terms Mr. Stewart is a southerner, and
his furniture is all of southern manufacture.
He ought TO be patronised.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

In a case which terminated in the superior
court between J. Madison Miller by his next
fend, vs. Messrs. Atwell and Appleton, the
question arose, whether or not freight paid in
advance, where there was failure to deliver the
goods at the place Of destination, from the loss
of the vessel or any other cause not imputable
to the shipper, could be recovered back The
court decided that it could be recovered back
unless there was an express agreement, at the
time of the original shipment, that the freight
so paid in advance should be retained in any
event, and the fact that the shipper insured the
freight is no evidence that it was paid him at
his own risk, nor that there was an agreement
that the freight should be retained by the
shipowner at all events. The case was submit
ted to the jury, who returned verdict for the
plaintiff for 1851 80. Baltimore Amer
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

Mr. Preston, the American candidate, and
general Phillips, the democratic nominee, for
the state senate in this senatorial district, ad-
dressed our citizens on Monday. They both
gave satisfaction to their partisans. As a de-
batter, Mr.. Preston is far superior to general
Phillips.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1855-10-24

obnoxious address ''to tile citizens OF northern
louisiana" originally published in the Caddt
Gazette of February %, 1852, and republishet
last week in the South Western. | would asl
every voter to read the address, and then hi
will perceive that taxation is urged in thu
strongest language as the fairest means of con
tributing towards the building of the Vicksburg
Shreveport and Texas railroad. You are tole
BY the doctor that it involves no new principle
that it is practiced in other States; that it is
great mistake to think it will only benefit the
land along the road as facts exist to show tina
lands situated one hundred miles or more from
the road are greatly increased in value BY The
railroad. =.~e .E+ 1909
Dr. Flournoy continued firm advocate o
this railroad tax; but now comes the first dodge
Just few days previous to the first election
when the people of this parish were to sit II
Judgment on one of the most dangerous princi
Piles ever submitted to any free people---a doc
trine, which once firmly established, of.makne
partnerships of a mans property by aid of the
ballot-box, will leave him nothing secure; and
in many instances a mans taxes will not in five
years amountt to share in the railroad, it be
ing $25-doetor Hournoy comes out in oppo.
sition to the measure, and now votes against the
tax, after having warmly urged taxation upon
the people as being a correct principle! The
tax was carried by a majority of 4evotes. DR.
FIournoy, as well as myself and others, thought
the tax was carried by fraud and several
months afterwards the doctor informed Mr.
White, then president of the police jury, that
he thought if the police jury would again sub,
mit.the question to the people, it would certain
ly be voted down. The question was again
submitted to the property holders, after having
been advertisedin all the newspapers, and hand
bills circulated throughout the parish, notify.
ing the public of the time said election would
be held, and resulted in there being ten votes
Tess cast against the tax than were cast in its
favor at the first election. The friends of the
tax refusing to vote at the last contest The
doctor bad advised Mr.. White that if the oppo-
nents of tax were again defeated, the parish
had better pay the tax. Only one alternative
remained for Mr.. White, as president of thepo-
lice jury, he being sued in his official capacity,
and that was to call the police jury together
This was done, and il accordance with a reso-
luton authorizing and requiring him so to do,
be confessed judgment in favor of the Vicks-
burg, Shreveport and Texas railroad company
for the amount subscribed by the parish Of Cad
do. But, let US follow doctor Flournoy. This
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06
LETTER FROM THE EMPIRE PARISH

PARISH PLAeuEaInEs, Sept. 5, 1855.
The yellow fever which had made its appearance at
Jesuits Bend has happy to inform you totally dis
appeared from that locality.
Much excitement prevails in the upper part of this
parish as the day approaches when both parties will be
called to the polls for thsr respective candidates
Good Democrats who had to this day fought In the ranks
of tbs Loeofocos by blatant demagogues to
have Joined the American party and sometimes these
accusations false need not be said that little har
mony exists among our opponents should not ut all
surprised should very many Democrats Of the Empre
Parish vote next fall the American ticket The CRY in
every nook of this section b. We want more to be
ruled by the New Orleans and Point ala Hache grogshop
politiciausn
The Democrats Of Jesuits Bend and the Balize un-
derstand have nominated Mr. Where their candidate
for the House Mr. vilers clever young man. but he
will be defeated by Tom. Mackay, the know-Noshing
standard bearer for Representative Tom Is the man to
do battle against the atooted Democracy in this guar
ter of the world Is known and liked by everybody for
his popuar anners Next winter, Tom will be the first
to propose 10 recall naturalization law Hurrah for
Tom -,=5.l,s=5.a.
Our crops are most promising Fully an average crop
will be made
The ophslia Capt. John Dimitry, will, next Saturday
her regular trips between your city and the
Baze The 0phea has been reftted, and now looks as
o new boat. Success to Capt. Dimitry.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06
VEST FEL1cLaMa CORRESPONDENCE.

WEsr FELIcIANA, Sept. I, 1855.
What claims has this gentleman the citizens Of Lou
isiaua high and responsible office If Governor
Has he any2 No, whatever. As man. Wieklife is
social 10 bis habits and fills certain position In life that
is allotted to him he has not been In the State great
while has interest at stake with His law books
and riding horse about his amount of capital in
vested In Louisiana. The he pack up and ship
off, aud the other he saddle and ride Of at any mo-
ment's notice. He Is attempting to practice law in st
Francisvie without license. What do the good people of
Louisiana think of unlicensed pettyogg running for
Governor II VIC to have lawyer Governor, for
Gods sake give good licensed lawyer one that
show his the Of the country without sneak
ing with little powers of attorney in his pockets
Is Wicklfa statesmana No. he is dsmagogue Of tbs
first Elected by accident from this parish, he has
fed the office Of Senator for several years and by ths
death of the lamented Farmer, plumes himself as
Lieut. Governor Of Louisiana. Daring his Senatorial
career not originated single great public mea
sure done any thing legislator for the good Of
Louisiana Is he orator. No. He has no claims
whatever He travels from place to place and Ike the
owl always sings the song heard him In Pointe
Coupee Ayoyees and Rapdes and the old story Of
the Boston Smelling Committee the staple of all bis
miserable harangues Citizens Of Louisiana look at the
men, Charles perblgny and Bob WickliaeHypsrion
to satyr. One Is fully identified with your statsold
end long tried citizsn-hns large interest at stake in
your midst-is patriarch Of the SOIL and in every way
connected with you The other is political adventures
briefess, unlicensed lawysr-ehoose ys who shall DO
your Governor oLD CIrIaEs.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06
MEETING AT ABBEv1ILE.

u
We refer our readers particularly to the
proceedings of q meeting which appear in
another place-held at Abbeville, in the parish
of yermillion. The account was furnished by
a reliable correspondent Of the opelousas Pa
triot, and is entitled to the full confidence Of the
Epublic. We are thus specific in our remarks,
because there are developments made respecting
an infamous calumny set on foot to ipjure the
American party, deserving unusual prominence.
Falsehood has been made, at last, to recoil
orushingly upon the utterer, the dealers in
deceit have been made to feel the power of truth
in the open light Of day and before large as
semblage Of their aeighbors and fellow citizens
and he, who sought to damage the noblest cause
known to the history Of the last third Of CEN
fury, by asserting that he had the ritual of
the American Order in his possession, (aooi-
dentally obtained, and dishonerably withheld.
from it's proper owner,) and pretending that it
contained the most dreadful doctrines the mind
of man could conceive Of, wkile at the same
time he declined allowing 1t to be generally
Tread, has been rebuked in q proper manner.
The resolutions read by DR.. Duperier, pre-
sent the gist Of the whole matter. Two only
are given, out Of large number Of the same
import. The bold, manly and patriotic course
Of the Doctor will excite universal admiration
The Courier, if we are not mistaken, pub
flished the proceedings Of the meeting of the
anti Americans at Abbeville, on the I'D of July
last, and was hugely delighted thereat. We
would now suggest that it publish the proceed
ings which appear in our columns this morning,
and send forthwith to Mr.. Daniel o'Brien, in
Vermillion, obtain the copy of the Ritual of
the First Degree in his possession, and publish
it also! We beg to assure our contemporary that
purer, nobler, or more patriotic document
never adorned the pages Of any public journal.
We speak knowingly in the premises.
We havepriyate adviees from Abbeyille, which
state that the rout Of the Antics was complete
and overwhelming; that they are dispirited
and respondent, while the Americans are COR
encouraged and exultant. Nu-
merous aceessions to our ranks are being con-
tinually made, and Vermillion will render
patriotic account Of herself on the 9th of No
vember next.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

NoNsENsIoAL, Anti-American presses. claim
ing the election of Ratliff as Judge in the Fee
lioianas as triumph, Is the shearest nonsense
We ever heard Of. 1t is astonishing that men
will SO stultify themselves. Why, the yellow
fever stampede carried off more American
voters from the parish of East Felioiana alone
than would have doubly neutralzed Ratliff $
majority! However, it is uncharitable to de-
prive our opponents of this last poor consolation
Therefore we will stop right where we are.
But we're the assumptions Of the Antics we'll
founded, they would have nothing to brag upon.
II they have beaten US in the Felioiana District,
didn't we beat them all to pieces in the Madison
District where there was no fever, and where
full vote was polled This gives us the advan-
tage, anyhow.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06
APPOINTMENT rs.

NEw oRLEANs Sept. 4, 1855.
We are authorized to state that Mr.. RANpELL HUNT
will address the people at the following named places
the days designated y
Baton Rouge East Baton Rouge, Saturday Sept, Sth.
Bayou Sara West Feiciana Monday, Sept, 10th.
Clinton, East Eeiicana, Wednesday, Sept. 18th.
vidalia Concordia, Saturday, Sept 18th.
st Joseph Tepsas Monday, Sept. 18th.
Winnsboro. franklin Wednesday, Sept. 18th.
Richmond, Madison, Saturday, Sept. 22d.
Lake Providence, Carroll Tuesday Sept, 25th.
Bestrop. Merebouse Thursday, Sept 9th.
Monroe 0uaehita, Saturday. Sept. 10th.
Farmeryille, Union Monday, Oct LIST. =.s
Vernon, Jackson, Wednesday Oct. Sd.
MindeD, Claiborne Saturday, Oct 9th
Shreveport. Cadao, Monday. Oct sth.
Mansfield, DeSoto Wednesday, Oct 10th.
Natehitoches, Natchitoehes, Friday, OCT. 18th.
Alexandria, Rapides, Tuesday Oct. 18th.
Marksviile, Avoyees, Thursday, Oct 18th.
0pelousasa st. Landry, Monday. Oct 22d.
yermiionville, Lafayette, Wednesday, Oct oath
St. Martinsvslle, St Martins, Thursday, Oct. 25th.
Franklin, St Mary, Saturday, OCT 9Th.
Thbodaux. Lafourche Monday, Oct. Goth.
Mr. Hunt upon his return, will visit the Florida par
shes, Of which due notice win be given.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

Too Ban. THE friends of the Hon. Thomas
Green Davidson greatly exercised because that
Pond Now we dare say If Mr.. Davidson is particularly
anxious to meet Mr. Pond that be doso by adopting
the proper course. II stated at the commencement
OF the canvass that the Old Wheel horse of Democracy
would IN few days his appointments publicly,
and invite his opponent TO accompany him. Why does
he order that his whereabouts be known?
Certainly Mr. Pond have fears that would deter
him from encounssring Mr. Davidson any other man in
the aeld tRason Rouge Gsxette, Ath.
We should suppose not, without the "old
Wheel-hors suddenly changes his skin and
becomes more rabidly Native American than
he was some years since
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

Hon. RAsDELh HuSr.-It will be seen, by
reference to the list Of appointments in another
place, that this talented and eloquent gentle
man starts out upon protracted canvass of
the State almost Immediately. Wherever he
speaks, much good will be done to the American
cause He will address the people Of Baton
Rouge on Saturday.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06
ass- We seldom recommend a manufactured

medicine believing that in most Mature heras psrfscts
rapidly Aad fecually than can be aefon y e
and medical science. But In tho matter
features about It, which very often defy
ali he Efforts healthy action of tbs digestive
organs 1t nsqnenty hppena that thousands nnf iof
var, diseased both in body mimi indignation and lis
kindred ils To HIGHLANDS GERMAN BfTTEas pre-
passd by Dr. Jackson truy most valuable preparation
tonic medicine giving healthy action 20 shs ana
viii be found highly srvcsasle bus especially during
the spring. Dyspepaa be cured BY patient
one course al these suffering under shs .d
asdy we would application TO the Depot Of Heo
psrs 100 Philadelphia sss
t,ssusa, .j@. 49, se$ lmdAW =.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

HsAnrH OF clnros.-up to this time, says
'ne clinton Patriot Of the 1st inst. there had
not occurred e new case of fever. Good
health prevails among the few remaining in
town.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06
PARISH OF JEFFERSON.
z :
AMERICAN NOMINATIONS.


~ FoH SENATOR, s
FERGUS GARD EIR e.
FOE REPRESENTATIVE,
NAMES n. MEMAF FEY,
s &E0RGE o.. LAWR AsON.
FOR nisraior ATTORNEY,
". P. SCOTT.
ron aHEarFT,
PAscALIs LABAR re.
rsn CORONER,
E =. r. sHAETuoK.
: 81 ron CLERK or COURT,
EDw. sB ulsseN.
ron ASSESSOR.
J. L. DoNNELLAE.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

The Charleston Mercury. of Friday last, re-
ferng to rumor says there has been NO case Of yellow
fever in that city nor is there the ghtsst indication of
any tendency 10 diseases Of that character.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

THn MAns.-Ths Northern and Eastern mails,
via Mobile. failed yesterday from beyond Phila.
delphia. We received several Western mails,
and a. II ID = rare occurrence for them to DO
ressived IN ordinary time. we chronicle tho 90.
czsion
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

aa- OFFICE OF THE Howard ASSOCIATION.
Camp ,,r. Application. fsr relief received rom
r.x rau2s apul p.L RICARDO ,ssassais.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

Several communications and articles Of Inter.
cot were unavoidably crowded out Of this morn
ing'n edition,
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

FOURTH DISTRICT NOMINATIONS. The Ameri-
can ticket (says the Republican of yesterday
and We cordially endorse everything said in re-
gard to the worth and popularity Of the gentle
men nominated,) has been completed in this Dis
trict by the nomination Of Geo. w. Buford for
Justice Of the Peace, Geo. Mensrnan for Tax Col
lector, and Levi Golding for Constable Mr. Blu
ford ought to, and probably will, make a better
race than any Of the famous blooded stock of his
renowned ancestor ever did on their native =
Kentucky turf. Mr.. Mensman, be it universally
understood and correctly appreciated, is native
Of this District. And Mr.. Golding is too well
known here as prompt, skillful and eff
cient business man to require any special com
mendation. Altogether, the nominations are
good, and viii prove strong before the people
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06
c o nj NUN Bp.J

Eds. Crescent: Will you answer the follow
ing queries for the satisfaction twenty or more
aud Democratic friends?
Did j. j. Lugepbuh vote against extending the hospi-
tslities of the city to ex-P President Fillmore?
Did he oer resolution aud vote for the same to ex-
tend the hospitalti of this city to Louis Kossuth?
By answering the same, you will obige
K N. AND DEmocRATIc FRIENDS
We are quite sure that reference to the
records would compel an affirmative answer to
be made to the foregoing heterogeneous. Our
memory is very clear on the subject; but, as we
have not time, at the late hour we are penning
these lines, to refer to the authorities, of
we cannot be expected to speak with absolute
precision. Besides, it is very probable that Mr..
4. would prefer foreign adventurer like Kos
suth, to an American patriot like Fillmore.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1855-09-06

RIVER NEws.--By the arrival Of the steamers
j. L. Woodruff and Fanny Bullitt yesterday, were
favored with st Louis papers Of the 10Th and Both u
From them learn that the Mississippi River at that
point was falling fast with only feet in the chan
mel to Cairo All the upper rivers falling fast The
steamers Ed Walsh and L. NJ Kennett arrived on the
2eth ult and the Falls City left the day for this
port The steamers Belfast saranak No. and Rapides
were at the wharf loading for New Orleans.
At louisville on the 3oth ult. the Ohio was rising,
caused by the heavy rains There feet water in
the CANAL The Ben Franklin hence arrived on
the 18th ult.
The Cumberland River, on the 10Th, rising with
feet water on Harpeth Shoals.
The Planter Capt Ed Phelps, arrived yesterday from
Yszoo City with 1913 bales cotton From her officers
learn that there feet water in Yazoo River swell
Ing slowly 8silg ze. ~
The officers Of the steamer Exchange report that on
Sunday last it rsned nearly oil day at Alexandria which
caused the river rise IS inches but before onday
morning it fell to its usual height.
The Swamp Fox had got ahoat and would probably get
out on Tuesday.