The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-06-11
The Kinney Expedition.
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT.
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JUNE 9-At the opening Of the Court this morning
Messrs Van Buren, and Fancher moved to set aside an
order fer attachment against witness named Kneass
Counsel moved on the following affidavit -
In the Matter Of Attachment against VIM. Kaeass-
William Kneass being duly says, that he has been
against depsnent for alleged attendance as w.t.
ness in the Of the United States against Henry L.
Kinney and Joseph W. Fabsns, on the 7th inst, has
he duly attended this Court that day such Witness
and was in court at the time of the calling Of the jurors
on the morning Of said day that he stepped out Of the
court room for few minutes, and during such tempo
rary absence his name was called he Is informed
and believes but that he returned again into the
tendance such witness, and is here such wit
DepcneDt says that he il engaged in the ice bust
ness in the city Of Phsdslpha Of which city he Is
suppv.., sad is desrcus Of returning to his home
soon as possible that he has nd intention Of evading
any subpoena Or as Ftns.s r. = t tss
matter saving his casual Absence for few minutes a.
above mentioned and deponent also in attendance
thathe has not been paid any fec Whatever as such wit
ness WM KNEASS
BRIDGHAM, U. S. Commissioner.
Mr.. Van Buren, remarked that WAS o peculiarity Of
these proceedings that when any of the defendants
present the District Attorney would not try them but
the moment they absent their recognizancss
forfeited and the were anxious to try them
that the same was now extended sne witness
court on Thursday for moment and was thus brought
in contempt.
lar and half day from the government, and asked If
the District Attorney had been notified of the motion.
Mr. Van BuYen said they had sent down word to the
District Attorney ince they came into Court.
Order to set aside tho attachment granted.
CoRRER0NDENcE BETWEEN COL. KINNEY AND JUsTo
PAREDEs.
The following correspondence has taken place be-
tween Col Kinney and Juso Parades native Of Ncara-
qua It forms another chapter in the history the
pedtion -
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10, 1856.
Dear sir-As am about leaving in the capacity Of
General Agent Of the Central American Company to
by that company in Central America, and as you
native Of that part Of the world and well informed to
tions Of the people, should bs much grAtfsd IL you
would 60 out with me and assist me In my undertaking
shall naturally endeavor to enlist the good feeling and
to promote the most friendly relations with the people
and States Of Central America, and know Of no
capable than you to aid me. Your strong desire
to that beau fu productive and important part Of
the world improved and ts resources devsloped-your
great ability and experience wi tn such an intimate
knowledge Of the country, render You emnenty quail
Should You conclude to accept my invitation TO go
with me, shall give you such position and remunera
ton as am able and as your merits deserve. And am
with much respect, your ob't serv't,
GEoRGErows, D. G., Feb. 10, 1855.
COLONEL Fl. L. KNSM:-
Dear sir-I have received your favor Of the 10th
inst., by which, general agent Of the Central Aeri
Company, you invite me to assist you in your
deraking locate and improve the territory owned by
that company in Central America. Providence has ia
vored that region In remarkable degree By its geo.
graphical position IL forms the bridge Of two heni-
spheres and is equally favored a. regards soil, climate
and productions
The climate is mild and viii compare favorably with
the Southern States being entirely free from that
the yellow fever" The soil is fertile producing cof
fee cocoa, cotton indigo, cochinea vanilla rice,
and variety Of fruits and vegetables the forests yield
timber for building purposes and mahogany Of the best
quality; gold mines found, and the mineral re-
sources. yet uexpored doubtless great; cattle
and other domestic animals abound.
With these elements and with navigable rivers and
ports the Atlantic and Pacific capital enterprize and
Central America its destined way to political and
commercial importance.
The inhabitants are peaceful and far from being dis
inclined to labor but require the stimulus Of example,
well the fostering of enlightened govern
ment to rouse them from the ethargc state in which
they left by the selfish policy Of the Court Of Ma
drid.
Such being my views and having perfect confidence
that your undertaking will in degree encroach upon
the rights and sovereignty Of any Of the South American
republics have great pleasure In sgnying my accept
ance Of your offer.
Permit me to acknowledge the courteous language in
which you have been pleased to address mo- and sub
scribe myself, with great respect,
Your very obedient servant,
JUST0 PARADES.