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Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

RIGHT ABOUT, FAcE!---The artillery company,
the "Thibodaux Cannoneers," are now thoroughly
organized. All the subordinate officers were elected
on Thursday night last Was not this election
rather prematures We ask for information, not
having seen any notices that an election was to be
held; and i is Of the utmost importance that good
officers and fair expression II choice should have
been had. We learn that nearly fifty members
have given their measures for uniforms. This i
pretty good evidence that hsrieht kind u spirit
xists among he members. a. 80 . ~ -.
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BALL.-We had the pleasure of attending one
Of those fashionable Terpsichorean soriees Of late
becoming so fashionable here, at Benefits Saloon,
on Wednesday night last. The occasion, although
the weather was extremely warm and, therefore,
appropriations, was, nevertheless, fully attended
there being about fifty ladies present, and gentle
men in proportion, of course.
These sorees are gotten up by Prof. Cazalot,
who for some time back has been teaching the
younger portion Of our population, the delightful
and we might say the highly necessary accomplish
ment Of dancing, or the poetry Of motion. Amore
competent successful teacher, to judge from the
proficiency of bis pupils, cannot be found in these
parts 1t is really pleasure and delight to witness
the graceful manner in which they go through the
mazes Of the dance. the young ladies especially.
We could not but reflect back to the times when we
were boy and note the great difference in the
figures and style of dancing The thing has been
completely systemized.
At the moment that we were setting and silently
looking on, viewing the graceful and sylph-lke
forms of the Creole Bells weaving their way, as it
were, through the dance, we felt tempted at the
time to allude to particularly, but for fear of
giving offence-as ladies', it is well known, are at
times very susceptible, we have concluded not to
do so, but to extend the need of praise to all inds
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Song.

A maid recined beside stream
Atfill Of summer day,
AMI, half awake and half dream,
She watched the rip 'es lay;
She marked the waters fall and heaye,
The deepen ng shadows throng,
And heard, as darkened down the eve,
The rivers babbling sing.
And thus it sung, with tinhling tongue,
That rppling. shadowy river:
g Youths bri htest day will fade away
Forever and iorever!"
The twi init past, the moon at 'ast
Rose broad Y o'tr the night,
Each ripple CLEANS benrath her beams,
AS wrou.ht in silver br ght.
TIE heavi W tIers glide ;,long,
But, ming ing W tn their voice,
The n ghtngale now p 'urs his song,
And makes the shades reioie.
And thus he sum, with tuneful tongue,
That bird beside the liver:
"When youth is gone true love shines on
Forever and forever"
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Married.

Married.-At the residence of Mrs. Rose, in
this place, Thursday evening last the 14th inst by the
Rev. N. P. CHAMBERLtN, RICHARD T. CROSS Esq. to
Miss JOSEPHINE LOUISA, second daughter of James
Buford, Esq, all of this parish
AT the residence of Judge Moore, in New Iberia,
parish of ST. Mary, the 31st ut, by the Rev. N. A.
CRAvESs Dr. B. A. PREWlTT, of Houma, La, to Mrs F.
NJ MAJILI. of St Martinsyle
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THE CUBAN ExPED1r1oN.-The Baltimore Sun
quotes as follows. We copy the paragraph as one
Of the stray waits Of newspaperdom:
Some strange revelations are made in the New
York Sun concerning certain leading American
"filbusters Revelations of such character as
to make a great noise in certain circles The pith
Of these disclosures is that Gen. Quitman together
with sundry retired officers of the United States
army, agreed to get up military force to protect
the landing of arms for the Cubans, for which, it
is alleged, they received ten thousand dollars in
hand. Two steamers were chartered, in considera-
ton of which $4,000 were at once paid down; in
thirty days thereafter $50, 1000 more was advanced
followed by an additional $50, 900 when the captain
reported himself ready to sail.
The money was all paid in good faith, and all of
it to be forfeited if the recipients did not start
in thirty days from the time the vessels were re-
ported ready for sea. But when the time came for
sailing, it is charged that the government was in
formed by the contracting parties Of the scheme on
foot, and the result was, the whole affair was
knocked in the head The government at WASH
ington was let into the secret and so were the
Cuban authorities. And thus, says the Sum- $780,
900 were swept by one foul, atrocious piece of
treachery. The sun also makes allusion to {" dis
missed Chief" who was to receive 100000 when
he had established Cuban independence.
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TERREBoNNE Court ITEMs-At the recent SEES
sion of the District Court at Houma, parish of
Terrebonne, the following criminal cases were passed
upon:
Henri de Dethivaux, for buying wood of slave
without permit: One mouths imprisonment $50
fine and cost of prosecution.
A. B. L'Arpenteur, for assault and battery on
woman: Thirty days Imprisonment and costs.
B. Wolfe, who plead guilty, and proved that the
prosecutor had nsulted his wife Five cents fine
and costs.
The State vs.. Tremoulet and Sewn, for betting
on elections Continued.
The number of judgments rendered in civil cases
much greater than at any previous session of the
court.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

CITY HOTEL, New ORLEANs.-This favorite
hotel Of the Crescent City, which has beer
closed for the last six weeks, all will be de-
lighted to learn, is to reopen, on or about the
fifteenth of October next, under the direction Of
R. S. Morse, Esq, the present popular host OF
the Arcade Hotel, on Magazine street. The
Hotel is now undergoing thorough repairs and
reftting in every particular. The furniture,
carpets, etc. ETC., are to be of the very best
quality; indeed, Mr.. Morse intends neglecting
nothing that will contribute in the least to the
enjoyment or add to the conveniences Of those
who may honor him with their patronage. The
ladies' department of the hotel is receiving more
than usual attention in its arrangements, and
when completed will present attractions which
few hotels possess.
Our young friend Mr.. John Anderson, the
long attached to the Arcade, is to have posses
sion of the office, which fact cannot but be the
means of drawing many old friends around him
at his new quarters. The City Hotel from the
days Of Bishop, has always been great favorite
with the people Of this section of the State;
and now more than ever, going into the hands,
and under the superentendence of Mr.. Morse,
one of the most experienced hotel keepers
South, it cannot fail of receiving patronage
equal to, if not greater, than that of any other
first class house in New Orleans. We cordially
wish Mr.. Morse success.
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16 In strolling along our levee few days
since, cesple of magnificent bells attracted
our attention, and on examination, we dis
covered them to be the property Of the Epis-
copal and Methodist churches, presented by the
late M. P. Ellis. We hear it whispered, that it
is the intention of the Presbyterian Congrega-
ton to supply the cupola Of their neat and
tidy edifce with town clock. We should feel
delighted in seeing the idea carried not.
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cB The Lafourche Dragons intend celebrating
our National day Of Freedom, by grand military
turn out in the morning, after which, they will par.
take OF sumptuous dinner at the residence of their
commander, Capt. R. G.. Darden. They will have
delightful time of it we wot.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

BGrW We are delighted to see that S. F.
Wilson, Esq, long connected with the editorial
department of the New Orleans Picayune, has
become partner in the proprietorship of that
most excellent Journal
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cB Attention is directed to the card and cor
respondence Of the Hon. E. 7. Menick, candidate
for Chief Justice Of the State. Few men in Louis
lana stand higher in a knowledge of the law than
Judge Merrick,
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W We learn from the New Orleans True Delta,
that our much esteemed friend Col. Joseph Hufty,
has received the nomination from the Native Amer
lean party for the Office Of Sheriff of the parish of
Orleans. A better or a more deserving man could
not have been nominated Col. Hufty was formerly
q staunch, if not a radical democrat. He now be-
longs heart and soul to the native organization,
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eB- Fine fresh red fish, crabs, and vegetables
of all kinds may now be had tri-weekly of our
young friend Lamoureux, at his store, corner of
St. Louis and Levee streets. Epicures should bear
this in mind
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Telegraphic.
LATER FROM EUROPE.
ARRIVAL OF THE ATLANTIC.

NEW York, June 12.-The Collins steamship
Atlantic, Capt. West, from Liverpool on the %
inst. has arrived at this port, with one weeks
later intelligence from Europe. Her adyices
are of Importance, embracing, as they do,
marked successes by the allies, and heavy
advance in cotton.
THE CRIMEA.-The news by the Atlantic is
the most important since that bearing the in
telligence of the battle of Alma. 1t comprises
three distinct successes gained by the allies,
viz:
Firstly, the French in a series of sanguinary
conflicts lasting the whole night of the 22d, and
the day of the 23d of May, took and maintained
an important position of defence or plaza
d'armes, before Sebastopol. Not less than
5000 men were killed or wounded, mostly by
the bayonet
Secondly, the Allies made rapid advance,
and seized and retained the Russian lines on
the Schernaya without much loss-the Russians
retreating to the hills
Thirdly, the Allied Secret Expedition has
obtained easy possession of Kertsch, and had
the entire command of the Sea of Azof, in
which are concentrated fourteen allied
steamers. The Russians on the approach of
the allied feet burned four steamers and thirty
transports and half a million sacks of bread
stuffs.
The Russians also blew up all the forts.
THE LArEsr-The French have established
an entrenched camp at Tchorloum.
The Observation-Disclosures Conferences are
being held at Nienna, and strong hopes of peace
prevail.
BELe1uM-It is now said that Belgium will
contribute twenty thousand men to the allied
army.
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eB The health of town and country was never
better than at the present writing. Our dentists
complain that there is not even single case Of
2thake, on which to exercise their professional
skill Can any other country in Gods creation boast
OF better state of affairs than this? Guess not!
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cB We take pleasure in referring our readers to
highly interesting letter from our Partisan Cores
pondent, which appears in our columns of this
morning He promises ga few more of the same
sort" Send along, by all means, Mr. "B."
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W Mrs Lorio has our thanks as well as those
of our better hall, for frequent favors in the way
Of choice vegetables from her beautiful, extensive
and well cultivated garden. Those white head
cabbages and artichokes, were particularly fine and
reciprocate the many favors you have bestowed
upon US. 4
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ty The proceedings of the Police Jury Of this
parish, will be found on our first page We return
our thanks to that body for having selected the
Minerva, as the official organ of the parish.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

eB The Hon. Thomas J. Cody, of Point Cou-
pee, is announced as a candidate for Associate
Judge Of the Of the Supreme Court to fill the va
cancy caused by the resignation Of the Hon. A. N
Ogden, Of the Second District.
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demonstration.

MORE NEwsrAPERs.-The Calcasieu Press,
is the name of newspaper just established at
Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, by J. A
Spence, with democratic proclivities. The
Press is edited by the Hon. J. j. Burke, form
erly Judge of the sixth Judicial District In a
pecuniary manner we wish the judge success
politically not a morseal.
"The Morehouse Advocate" is the name of
of another newspaper just started at Bastrop.
parish of Morehouse, edited and conducted by
VIM. Prather, gentleman of experience and
long connected with the press of North Louisi-
ana. The Advocate is neatly printed on clear
beautiful type, we'll edited, and promis to battle
manfully for the principles Of the great Ameri
can party.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

MIaRArIsG.-Ou citizens are beginning to shape
their way northward. Among the departures up
to this time are, W. Hall and family, Dr.. VIM. G.
Webb and family, Mrs NJ. A. MLeod, and ". R.
Webb, ESQ.,, all for Kentucky. We wish them
joyous times, and safe return to their Southern
homes
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

No RISE IN THE MISSOURI R1vER-Several
trappers from the Rocky Mountains came down
to st. Louis by the steamer Cataract on the 29th
ult. They report not more than six inches
snow in the mountains, and say there will be
no food this season from the sources of the
Missouri river
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

DaT Whoever wants good cooking stove,
should call on our friend Larkin, jackson street,
who is now in receipt Of large invoice, COM
prising the most recent styles, together with
full assortment Of every article usually kept in
his line
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

GREENWOOD CEMErERY.-some 300 persons are
kept constantly employed in decorating this "City
Of the Dead" which now numbers nearly $4,000
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

The Hon. J. K. L. G.. of the parish Of
Rapdes, is candidate for the office of Chief JUS
tice, made vacant by the resignation Of Hon. Thos
Slida
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EB- The Native American Convention is now
in session in Philadelphia. Some of their proceed
ings appear in our columns. They breathe the right
spirit,
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Overture Dun Cours De Dcssin.

Z.
a la demande dun grand nombre de personnes,
"A Mr.. H. JANET srull teur. f6peteur de de n d
ecole de Paris frere ct eeve de Mr. Janet Lame e re-
dhstore d. femlmreur MAJ olenn, onvrira Th odaux
dans une Sile APP artenant Nine H. knntpth, ours
de desSn ct lie peinture pour lie les mes.
Les lecons auf mt lieu pour les mes, les iund,
cred ct vendrf di, de cinq six hcufes du sor; Files
auuont lien. IL meme heure, les mard eud ct samedi
pour les iears.
Leprix de Acons sera de six piastres par mos pay
ables az commencement de chaqu,
Mr.. H. Janet rho de revenr NM. les hahitants
de la Parni'se que peniant sejour Thiod So
met leur dispos on POUR qui Ia scup
ufe, lie ou aye sur morses, o.nsments suiet
de tohbeaux, ct pour tout espece de decorations to
reures ct exteri ures dapplrtements soft
pierre, soft pla're.
Louverure du Cours est fyee du Juliet proclaim.
Sadresser soft inscrife du nonbre des eye soft
pour DIES comm tndes de travaux domicle Mr. janet
mag de Thiholaux
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eB The Democratic Convention to nominate
State officers, assemblies at Baton Rouge, on Mon
day next, the 18th inst
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rY- Attention is directed to the advertisement
of the Algiers Planning and Saw Mill, by Messrs
Bass & Roberts.
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"a Byron wrote his celebrated poem Of the
f" Bride Of Abydos" in one night, and without
mendng his pen. This pen is yet preserved in the
British museum.
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Has- The Lafourche has again commenced
rising at this point May it continue to do So
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CST RECEIVED.-3OO ounces of French and
- American Quinne, gross Coxs Sp .rkng Gelatin
2 DO Winners Canadian Vermfuge, 9 do McTanes do
Fanstocks do SWANS 50 Kegs Belgium Pure White Lead
do Fine Paint; Asphaltum. Coach, Leather, Japan and
Copal Farnsh. An assortment of Tieman l. Co.'S Fine
Water and Oil Coors; Turkish Bathing Towels, r esh
Brushes Tooth Forceps Evans Iancets Scarifcaor. &c
for sale by jel6f FRfZEIL & GAINES
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tB Save your rags, and sell them to Mr.. White
head who offers the highest cash prices for them.
See his advertisement
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-06-16

THE WEATHER AND CRoPs.-We've had no rain
since Saturday last The thermometer has stood
at about $50 during a greater part Of the week,
some days falling as low down as s0o The recent
rains have had the most salutary influence on
crops of all kinds. On our way home from New
Orleans, via the Opelousas Railroad, on Monday
last, we noticed quite visible improvement for
the better in the cane and crops to what they
were when on our way down a week previous, and
now, although an abundant sugar crop cannot be
expected, in consequence Of an inferior stand,
caused by an excessively severe winter, medium
crop is confidently anticipated. The young corn
on the route looks remarkably well, and with favor
able weather in the future will yield abundantly
greater portion of the corn first planted, how
ever, is very inferior, and will scarcely be worth
gathering The crops Of onions, potatoes (sweet
and Irish) promise well, and will amply repay the
husbandman for his trouble. The gardens begin to
assume fine and healthy appearance.
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Opelousas Railroad.

| The grading on that section Of this road lying
between the Terrebonne and Tigerville, has
been completed, and the process of placing the
cross-ties and laying the iron is now being
pushed forward with the greatest rapidity. 1t
is now positively certain that the road will be
in successful operation from Algiers to Tiger
vile, distance of seventy-one miles, by the
first day of November next, if not before.
The embankment through the Chacahoula
and Tiger Swamps average about five feet IN
height by twelve feet in width, done IN the
most substantial manner, and at a minimum
cost that has even surprised the Chief Engineer
and Board of Directors. The refusal OF Mesrs'
Cade & Baker to take the contract Of compile
ting the section of the road leading to Berwlck,s
Bay has been saving to the company OF over
one hundred and fifty thousand dollars-no
small, or insignificant item
We are Just informed by Mr.. M. B. Sullivan,
one of the most energetic and persevering
foremen, who has chung to the company through
good and evil report from the commencement
of this grand enterprise, that the section Of the
road lying between Tigerville and Berwicks
Bay, has been put under way, and large
number Of hands under the direction of the
Chief Engineer are now busly employed in
grading the Bayou Beuf Swamp, and bids fair
to be completed at an early day. 1t is, indeed,
truly gratifying to the friends Of the road to
note the great success that has attended every
department since the management has fallen
into the hands of the present officers of the
Company. We would warn our Tigerville
friends to prepare themselves for visit from
the iron horse on the first of November next.
Bring out your big guns, Tigervilans.
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Ma Attention of sugar planters is called t
the advertisement of Mr.. L. Champagne.
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pAGS! RAGS!! RAGS!!!-The very highest
cash prices will be paid by the undersigned cotton
linen, and every description of rags except WOODEN to be
delivered at the shop of r. j. Evans Co.. Jackson street.
next door to the ice house.
je163m JOHN WHITEHEAD
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Correspondence.

~, ,,o r ,, cNSTos, La. May %, 1855
Dear sir-Thc Un,!trsjgn.-i mem ers of IN. p,-
learned the resignation of The Hon Thomas Slde 40 eng
Justice Of this State have seecteI Sou as one nrf
think neny qualified TO fill that import nj offro .ey
sire permission to place your name before the public as
dlae. " acal.
John NJ Roberts, S + Wilson, 7 q F,o.
Pond & Duon, VI T Carter IN SD
X W Bowman, fEardee ,sbt,r; ~,
G. kbou,ne, a " Delee Mn 80 '4lson,
Ellis ''N
TO John W. Rohert' D. G. Iarlce, Ashford Addison ~,
Smith, and others. '' NJ NJ.
Gent enel-HInre my return from the EfcFtb n
your letter. requesting tO become u can,Iida a.
once o. Chef 'fe now vacant by the reSsn,tio, =, VT.
Hon Thomas Slel, has been received Fer NJ o' he
oil your confluence yon have my grateful acknowlec oh
laccede to your wishes, and consent to the rort
my name. - i'SeN use Of
With great respect, remain yours &C.
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Opening of a Class of Drawing.
PAINTING IN MATER COL OPS AND IN or AVON

4 the request of great number of persona
"A Mr. II JANET. ptr, ASST tant profess, OF Draw
ing a. The scho of ris rother to NJ. net-Lang,
"a inter- in history to the Emperor Nap leon, vii
Tn bodtux at Mrs. X OBJ orhs Glass of Draw ing and
OF paint ng, for GeIleme and La lies.
Lessons will take place. for the L dies IN Mondays
etnesday' ant Fritlnys at from tn n'cl ok P. NJ
They w take place IT The hours for the Gentle-
men, on Tue days Thur diys and Sa urdays.
Price, Sc Dollars per month payab at The beg nm ng of
every onIh.
Mr.. H. Janet has the honor Of making known to the ir
nv bitant OF the Parsh-hat durn" his sol urn in hibo
daux, he PLACE, hims at their po al for that
Germs sculpture moulding dead persons tomb dacor-
tons and ject and for ali Interior decora
items OF apartments, whe her in clrton ierre or in
PLASTER.
The c'ass shnll July 5th next
Al ply for orders for joining The class tn Mr. net 1t
Mr. En"e rams ut the Minerva office or at Mesrs Bennett
& Gal bert's book store
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GARDENERS SCHOOL founder of this school.
J. j. Gardener, Esq, owing to the precarious state
Of his health has transferred its management to our
friend Charles L. Schierstein, who will henceforth
continue it under his own and exclusive control.
is needless for US to speak of the qualifications Of
Mr.. G. as his reputation is already established, as
being one among the most competent and success
full teachers in the Southern country. parents
desire to promote the interest of their children, in
receiving preparatory education for collegiate
course. they could not do better than send them to
Mr.. Schiferstein. The French, English, German
Latin and Greek languages are taught in all their
branches MAS
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JOHN WHITEHEAD.

I OST.-On Saturday last, June I'd, either in
the town of Thboiaux or between there Estate
OF J. w. Tucker, SILVER PORT-N ONAIE having the
initials an E. T." engraved on the side The finder will
confer great and be suitably rewarded by leaving
at the Minerva Office or with jest C. ]. TUCKER.
T RON.-NOTICE TO PLANTERS.-Sabs, Bars
and Round Iron, assorted, Tor sale very to close
consignment, by CAMPBELL co.