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True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08
Flom the National Infelligcnces.
DESTRUCTIVE FIRE.

The residence in this city Of tho Hon
Thomas II. Benton, Of Missouri, situated
on G. street, between Third and Four-and
a-half, was destroyed by fire yesterday af-
ternoon, together with nearly all Of the fur
niture, the library, and most unfortunate
of all, the manuscript papers Of Mr.. Ben
ton.
At about three o'clock smoke was dis
covered Issuing from tho Office, or study,
of Mr.. Benton, i'll the second story, and
upon opening the door it was found that
the room was filled with smoke and fame;
and so rapid was the spread of the fire that
the family had but little time to save
themselves.
Mr. Benton arrived from the Capitol in
u brief time, and at once asked respecting
his books and papers. One of his daugh
ters, who had taken refuge at Colonel Ere.
monts, one of the adjacent dwellings, re.
piled, We havesayed nothing, father, but
ourselves; your papers are lost Then
let the house burn on, said Mr.. Benton.
in an apparently calm manner; and for
time he continued to look on the scene with
more concern for the men whD were at work
encased in icy armor, than for any inter.
est he might be supposed to possess in the
perishing property.
The destruction of the dwelling house,
furniture, library, and valuable wardrobe
Of an entire family, (upon none of which
was there any insurance. J ofcourso involves
heavy loss; but all these are Of little
moment when compared with the accumu-
tated store oi manuscripts of one of the most
industrious and prolific as we'll as abless
writer's Of the times, and one whose corres-
pOndence has, no doubt, been as volumin-
GUS and important as that of any other Of
our statesmen. Fortunately, Mr.. Benton
is possessed of the most extraordinary for.
titude; and to this we may add, as not un-
worthy of consideration, nor unimportant
to any man in the hour of trial, that the
sympathy of a whole community is with
him in his hour of calamity.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08
SAM AT THE TOWN MEETINGS.

We clip the following from our New
York exchanges.
1t is quite evident, from the accounts
we publish below, that ",Sam" is around
and that the old parties, will eventually
find themselves 'no whar."
In Montgomery County the Americans
carry of the 10 towns,
Chenango County-At Elmira; they
swept all before them, by majorities vary
ingfrom 800 to 500. In the town of South
port the American ticket was elected by q
very large majority So far as heard from
every town in this county has gone "Sam." :"
Steuben County.--"Sam" has been
here, too, sweeping every thing.
Richmond County.-Eyery town gone
"Sam."
Broome County.-Every town except
one, have elected Know Nothing or Amer
lean Supervisors.
The entire Know Nothing ticket at
Colesville Chenango county, was successful
by majorities varying from II to 200.
Chatauque County.-All the towns ex-
cept three, have given large American ma
jorities.
Lewis County.-Here the Know Some
things are ahead electing fourteen oftheir
Supervisors, to three Know Nothings ,
Onondaga Co.-Elects two X. N. Super
visors.
Fredonia, Feb. 2O.-400 American ma
jority in the town of Pomfret, for Camp Of
Dunkirk, for supervisor. The whole tick
ct elected.
Delaware County.-Know Nothings elect
their entire ticket in the town of Kort-
right.
Roxbury, the entire Know Nothing tick
ct is elected. Also in HarpersGeld, and
Middletown. In Davenport the Know
Nothings elected all of their ticket, with
the exception of two or three. Eleven Of
the IS Supervisors are said to be Know.
Nothings, an Intelligent set of pebles, them
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

B6rAt late ball in Baltimore, a Gen.
tleman having danced with young lady
whose attractions, both personal and con.
vcrsational seemed to have made an impress
sion on his sensibilitics, asked, on leading
her to aseat, if he might have the plea
sure of seeing her on the following day.
'Why, no, sir replied the fair one, Il
shall be engaged tomorrow evening; but
I'll tell you when you can see me"
Il shall be most happy exclaimed the
stricken swain.
We'll, on Saturday night, resumed tho
lady you can see me at the foot of Marsh's
Market selling cabbage
If tho young man is wise, he'll bo there
certain, for that girl will make him an cx-
ccllcnt wife.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08
For the Trne American.
"Fear not little flock, It is your Fathers good
pleasure to give you the kingdom"

"Fear not little flock, It is your Fathers good
pleasure to give you the kingdom"
Sweet words are those to every true be-
lever. It is one of the brightest promi-
ses ever recorded in the Bible. Christian
wipe away thy tears, doubt no longer, for
thy Saviour has said, fear not, fix thine
eye on Calvary and the cross erected there,
and thou shalt reach thy haven at last,
for the Father has said he will give you
the kingdom. Repentant sinner, say not
there is no hope; that precious soul OF
thine must not be lost. Onward, ever
onward, then let thy motto be; thou
mayest yet wear the crown, for Jesus has
said that he is not only willing but it is
his good pleasure to give you the king
DOM Bereaved Mother, why clasp thy
hands and weep in agony over that tiny
mound? God knew that thou loved 1t,
that little departed one, he only took the
little lamb in his arms that you might fol-
low, he knows that where the "Ireasure
is there will the Heart be also" and ne
would not that one soul should perish, for
Jesus died and Salvation is free. Sorrow
not, then, as those without hope, for thou
mayest yetI learn to bless the day when
thy bud Amising though it was) was
transplanted in Heaven. Blessed promise,
90 to that congregation, where in earnest
prayer kneels Pastor and his flock, the
faithful few with trust unshaken, and well
may they hope, for it is the Fathers good
pleasure to give them the kingdom
Bright messenger of Heaven, go to the
widoy and the fatherless, the Pastor and
people, the SorrOwful and lonely; go to all
true Christians in this world of ours, and
say to them "Fear not, little flock, it is
your Fathers good pleasure to give you
the kingdom" CATHIE.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

sA-ln Buenos Ayres the anti Catholic
party is now in power. The Romish doc
trine trcmbles-its power wanes--its cler.
gy are without respect. In some parts
Rome is but a shadow; holy mother has
lost her power, and State Constitutions in
dicate public sentiment as being in favor of
freedom in religion. The State is in ad-
vance of the Church. A German Protes
tant is at the head of the educational de-
partment-and there is Methodist Acad-
emy with $50 native boys of Romish par
entage. South America is the most liber-
al of all the Catholic States, and the mass
es feel the least hostility to Potestants. In
some parts, Church and State are nearly
divorced Brazil has most Romish power,
but not to be envicd even there. Mexico
must yield to manifest destiny" and mys-
tic Babylon must fall
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

AcoUITAL.-The case of the State Ohio
Us, VIM. B. Rowland, of the Virginia Ho-
tel, Water street, prosecuted on charge of
secreting stolen goods, &c., found in his
hotel, has been disposed of. The Grand
Jury failed to find bill against him, it
appearing that Mr.. Rowland had no knowl-
edge of such goods having been secreted in
bis hotel Mr.. ROwlands honesty, we ne
yer heard questioned prior to this charge.
These facts we have been requested to make
public as matter of justice to Mr.. Row.
land.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

UNION MILL.-We invite the atten-
ton of the citizens of Steubenville and Vi
cinity, to the Union Mill, where they can
be accommodated with any quantity of
Corn Meal, by wholesale or retail, at fair
price-of excellent quality-likewise grin
ding done for customers on short notice.
Rye, Oats, Barley &c. chopt at the Union
Mill, by John M'Feely, west end of Mar
ket street, near Wallaccs' factory. We
hope our young friend will be literally
patronized in his new and praise-worthy
enterprise.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

OFFER TO SELL THE FUGITIVE BURNS
Rev. Mr., Grimes, the colored clergy
nan in this city, stated in the morning
prayer-meeting in the Old South Chapel,
Monday morning, that he held the written
contract of the master Of the Fugitiveslave
Burns, to sell him for the sum of 81 300,
Mr.. Grimes also said that he had already
raised full one-half of the required sum,
and he had no doubt that the rest would
be subscribed, and that he should soon
have the pleasure of introducing Burns tc
those who attend that meeting
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

BosToN, March Sin the United
States Circuit Court, to-day, the cases
against Wendell Phillips, Theodore Par
ker and others, alleged to be participators
in the Burns riot, were taken up and as.
signed for the Sd of April
Burns, on Wednesday evening will be
present at the reception meeting at Ire.
mont Temple, and on Friday evening he
will attend a public meeting at New York
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

pal.A friend thinks that "too much has
lately been said by many persons and
journals concerning ladies running their
husbands by extravaganza, by buying silk
dresses and other expensive articles. >
He says, that @not once has the use of
tobacco, cigars and liquors, by gentlemen,
been alluded to, which l am sure is, quite
as important an item as ladies' silk dres-
sca" This is fair hit.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

W>AMERIoANs WILL SUCCEED.
Sellers, who is said to be X. N, in de-
bate in the House of Representatives,
while allu ding to the new party said:
awe shall as certainly obtain possession
of the government us there is a God in
Heaven; and will administer it with puri-
ty without smell of fire on our garments
The gentleman from Virginia might talk
as much as he pleased against Know Moth
ing--they will restore the Government to
its original purity"
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

BACK TRACK.-The young married
woman who was reported to have eloped
from this city with another woman's hus-
band, some three weeks since, returned
last evening. We understand, that i'm.
mediately on her arrival, she despatched q
message to her anxious "worser half"
with request that he would Immediately y
wait upon her. "Hubby," however, was
obstinate, and wouldn't go-not he u! He
had no appetite for damaged bacon, ant
frigidly declined the profcred repast.-
gLOweN Journal.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08
LETTER FROM SENATOR WILSON,

bbIIEh rhOM pENAlOh w lloON.
Washington, Feb. 19.-The American Or
gan of this afternoon, publishes letter
from Senator Wilson, in answer to ques-
tions propounded by that paper. He says
that he fully recognizes the doctrine Of
State rights in its application to slavery;
that he does not entertain the opinion that
Congress has any power to interfere with
slavery as it exists Under State laws, and
that the American organization in Massa-
chusetts does not embrace the subject of
slavery among those for the regulation of
which it was formed.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

neA, He FRozE HIS FEET.-"Gunwair
Lisbon, sends the following:-A very nice
young man, merchant in our village, is
said to have frozen his feet quite badly. one
night during the late cold weather, by ly-
ing under pile Of boards, to watch the
Know NOthings. We sincerely hope this
will be a warning to all in pursuit of
knowledge under difficulties"
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08
D@-Court is still in session, and an nm

S%Court is still in session, and an un-
usual number of witnesses have been in
attendance for the last ten days. Some
important cases have been decided, and
cthers are laid over. Our friends from the
country appear to be in fine spirits, and
the impression is that there will shortly be
a general revival Of trade.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

CINCINNATI, March 5.-Gov. Wright
of Indiana, has vetoed the free bank bill.
1t is said he will also veto the State Bank
bill if passed, but the friends of both will
unite and pass them Notwithstanding the
veto.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

n@-We think it is very easy to perceive
that New Hampshire will be swept at the
ensuing election by the American organi-
zation. Our exchanges feel confident and
certain Of this result.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

p@-J. c. Lyman, the hotel thief, told
the justice at New York, that he had been
several years principal of a high school in
Maine, but nevertheless was sent to Black
wells Island for year to finish his educa-
ton.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

"SAM's" PRoGREss.-At the recent
election for local officers, in Clarion county,
Pennsylvania, "Sam" was triumphant in
every borough and township except one.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

DETRACTIoN.-"An easy, and the only
way to make saplings conspicuous, is to
hew down the giant oaks by which they
are surrounded" was the remark of the
Father of his country, Gen. George Wash
ington. The truth of it is unquestionable.
And so we perceive at present, little minds
are busy in making themselves conspicu-
GUS by just such efforts.
1t was a saying of Socrates, that ga
well bred man will not insult me; no
other can" If one could at all times bear
this in mind, one might, under the shar-
pest pangs of SANDER retain that perfect
equanimity, that quiet, cool contempt,
which Virgil in so mastery manner
gives to Dido when visited in Pluto's
realms by AeReas, who had once sighted
her. Virgil makes her turn from him
with that silence, more eloquent than
words, the keen sarcasm, the cool contempt
and supreme Indifference of which is more
thoroughly felt than would have been the
we'll deserved and bitter reproaches.
Defence but invigorateS the tongue Of
detraction, since virtue and truth are nc
more obstacles to it than fuel to raging
fame. Is it not then the wiser course t.
let it rage Oh, knowing that in the circle
which it describes, however large it may
be, it will at last return upon itself, anc
render its own destruction more sure thar
its greatest opponents could desire?
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

New BEDFORD, March 5.-George
Rowland, Know Nothing candidate for
Mayor, has been elected by tremendous
majority.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08

EEThe little snow-birds say that the
telegraph wires are shocking bad roosting
pcrchcs,
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-03-08
ATTEMPT TO JUMP OFF THE BRIDGE

ATTEMPT TO JUMP OFF THE BRIDGE.
"A Case Of Desperation.-Shortly after
dark, on Friday night, distressed young
woman named NANCY HALE, hurried on
to the Suspension Bridge. Reaching the
middle thereof, she threw off her mantilla
ard commenced clambering over with the
e7ident intention of taking leap into the
murky river below. Several pedestrians
who happened to be witnesses of the scene
Immediately clutched her. and forcibly
bore her away, leaving her in charge of
officer Clemens. While the officer was
waiting the Instructions of Alderman
Wright, she attempted to return for the
accomplishment of her fell purpose, but
was again prevented. Mr.. Clemens finally
succeeded in pacifying and persuading her
to return home.
The cause assigned for the desperate
intent is this: the family with which she
was formerly hired, accused her with
stealing a gold ring of which charge she is
said to be as innocent as a dove. Her ac-
v-..rs, hope, will consequently feel q
sense of burning shame, and compunc'
ton of conscience by no means ordinary
She is said to have a brother of some
standing residing on Short Creek, ii
Brooke county, Va. Poor Nancy! Such
troubles to strong minds are light as air
HheeEian Xonnn Amelicn, 5M inst.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27
From the piaias-Iadiau B1tiIe.

A despatch from St. Louis, dated Monday,
says
We have Intelligence from the plains of
considerable Importance. a battle was fought
ON the 81 instant, near North Fork, on the
Platte river. between Gen Harney's command
and the Sioux Indians. The contest lasted for
several hours, the Indians fighting iuriously, but
finally they were completely routed. with 80 kill.
ed and 80 men and women taken prisoners. Gen,
eral Harvey lost only six men killed and six woun
ded. The Indians the same party that
massacred Major Grattan's command sometime
since, and slaughtered the mail purity: The way
blll Of the mail was found in their possession.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27
False Observation-Disclosures.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25.--rhe " Star" news
paper Of this place. says the reports concerning
Secretary Davis and Gen. Scott, are grossly
false. and that the facts involved are entirely diff
ftrent from those thus spread abroad.
The Railroads between Washington and New
York all came back to day to their old time of
starting, having utterly failed 10 induce the Post
Office Department to forward the mails from this
city and hour aud hafcarIer. The whole af-
fair i looked upon here a futile attempt to
compel the department to withdraw the mail con
tract from the Virginia Central Railroad,
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27

address to the People Of the United States.
CHiCAGo, Sept. ~ An address to the people
the United States by committee of tlie late
Invention which assembled at Livingston, Mo-,
/ ~ o'en published 1t is devoted to the denun-
aton OF emigration from Massachusetts and 9th
/ o'a'es' under the management of the Aid So
/ P'y' whereby the Kansas and Nebraska law will
rendered dead letter. 1t pronounces such
oErat'on AS without precedent In conclusion,
lrciares that Missouri takes the SAINT position
,Ne Lexington Convention, from which she
| u. not recrde.
lH' address is signed byJ. a. Napton, late
iPreme Judge. Sterling prince, Governor of
I''i,spp Mordecai Oliver, NJ. c., and ex-Gov-
'%r "'odSon,--king refused to sign for some
aAnown cause.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27
The Reroiuiion on the Rio Graade-- / Battle and


loss ofHG,
Inc Brownsville trrxas) Flag Of the 18th inst :.
has the following account Of the battle ON the Rio
Grande:
The latest news we have of the rev,lutinn on
Inc frontier l. that on the 3ulh uItimo a battle
was fought between the Federals commanded by
Guadalupe Garcia and Miguel ricrina and de-
tachment composed of one hundred and forty roy-
erhment troops. under the command of Pedro
Quintcro, who was MORALLY wounded and has
slhce died. His command was surrounded when
they surrendered, having lost some thirty or for
y III Killed and wounded; the Fedelals hyd ten
Killed aud seven wounded. The acton took
place IN the vicinity of Reynosu. Among the
prisoners taken were several officers mho former
iy belonged to the Federals, but had deserted from
them after they came in possession of the neces.
sary information which Gen. VOL was anxious
I" possess. They were Immediately tried rs spie ;
and ordered to be shot.
In reference to the battle, the Galveston News
says
We learn that in he engagement referred to
above. one hundred men were reported To have
been shot by the federaists. They were u part
OF VOLTS forces. and had been sent by him to levy
contributions on little town not far from Rev
nosa.
Gen. Vol has arrived at New Orleans ON his
way to join Santa Anna. lie is accompanied by
Lieut. Duncan, formerly of the United States ar
my.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27
appointment Of q Nem Post master for Nor

Augustus VI. Vanghan,Esq. the present eflici.
ent chief clerk of the post office at Norfolk was
ON Monday promoedto the office of postmaster
in the place the lanented Dr. Calf deceased
Amongst other recommendations in favor of Mr..
V, there was Il touching and eloquent letter from
the late worthy incumbent, written ON the very
day of his attack, expressive of the uncertainty
of his own tenure of can asking that the office
be conferred ON Mr.. Vaughan. The Postmaster
General instantly recommended the appointment,
and President Pierce as promptly confirmed
III
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27
JJ0Shinpt0a Items.

WASHINGTON. Sept 25.-An afternoon paper
comments upon the recent trial at Pha ielphia
for violation of the Neutrality Laws by persons
enlisting for the Foreign Legion. 1t insinua'cs
that much importance should he attached to
Champions participation in this act in violation
of known law, of th, country, and CRIES a case
where foreign minister was dismissed by our
Government for precisely similar action.
1t is rep tied in diplomatic circles that the
cabinet has important matters under consldera-
inn
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27
Masonic DsJjcoy,nn

=, Ih'ladelplla September 2l.-The sIasons Of
a,. wy ar" making great preparations fur the
y, aaa,'''lh =, splendid NV temple Just Completed
IN Chestnut street above Seventh. Their. will he
grand procession, and II banquet given in the
e.ehns To the delegates froiu the grand lodges Of
o.iFr States who will be present by invitation. 1t
Is estimated that thirty Thousand persons, prnc-
paliy ladies have visited the new hall To-. day.
aud that at least 10000 persons have visited it
a,urng the four days i, ha. been open to the pub
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27
SALES BY AUCTION.
THIS DAY.

ussstEG's stfaE.-in pursuance of thr provisions
81 Two aeds # Trust executed Ia the undersigned 10y
Atel taylar t certain purposes therein meuaue and Of
t'cofd IN the nrk uicesof the cstinHs Court Lynch.
hufE and tonnty Court o Campbell shall the nth day
September lsa sill, the premises public auction, the
following desirable property
ousf and atnow occupied lay said raylnr family
'Se situated Ia the neahbnfhnud e Rich, Syringe
cut hu acre Lot. with Frai1u dwelling situated
the new arm If the lyuchhnrg aud savh Turnpike; Lot M
wv on the enrnVr ot lth street and 18th ry. all said
ips Interest in urouud purchased BY him of MISS
sails Davis all the Household aud Kitchen Furniture funs
M"eln'N aud Fixtures Lumber and unfinished work
viewed IN said deeds three valuable Ncgrees Archer
Jrsn and ihillis Meh Cows and Wagon aud liar.
s' - 800 ~
lie title to the above property Is believed he good
acting A. Trustee shall convey such only
by said Deeds " Trust
Terms made Known the dnv sale
sep lodeih WM. q SPENCE. Trustee.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-09-27

DESPERATE ArrACK.-Mr VandrnhoH. gen
'7nai ,ing business Oh Wall street,New York,
' -. VIVA resides in Flushburg, H. l., was riding
! q, "''h his lady in that town. aboqt . o'clock
i',sdiy evening, the day of the Fair
a, n me carriage was suddenly attacked by two
""aymen, one of whom seized the horses
.',, while the other proceeded to lay hold OF
~ 'hderhuf. He, however, struck the rob
hl'w, and although an invalid, immediately
''g oai t. offer further resistance. when the
"r, VIII was holding the horses Game To the
Ut his cpnpanion The driver, seeing his
r'~r 80 CALAMITY combating against odds. then
Il his place and flew to his assistance, and in a
WI tim, hey succeeded in vanqni-hng the ruff
aus lhe one whom Mr.. Nanderhotf first
''k down made off and escaped during the at
a'' but the other one was captured, bound. and
y To Jail, Nv. Xanderhoff received only
''e slight bruises upon the face.