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New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1856-05-30

sa5t HE BELLE OF THE LAKES.-Ihe splendid steamer
Kate Frabee left the levee at O'Clock last evening
"A precisely. There were on board Captains Reuben
I Post and Charles Walker. She will be at the two
railroads on tomorrow morning at an early hour and
will depart eordng to advertisement, from both the
railroads in the afternoon, for all the seashore SUI
= burbs
FoR THE LAKE SHoRE suBURBs.- The mail steamer
Oregon, Capt. Myers, viii leave the lake end of the
Pontchartrain railroad tomorrow on the arrival of
the four o'clock, afternoon train Of cars, and will
land at Bay st. Louis and Pass Christian
at early bedtime.
& On Sunday eyening returning, the Florida, Capt.
Hutehings will stop at both places. There will be no
lack of communication. for Saturday and Sunday,
with the above places,
z For Ngw Those who are DESTROYS of being
landed In the Empire City within week Of the hour
Of departure from the leyee will do well to embark
on board the first class steamship Prometheus, Capt
Patterson which leaves this port on Thursday, the
Il 9th proximo
The Prometheus Yas once called the fastest sea
steamer that skinned the ocean. AS vet, we have
heard nothing to the contrary; and all DESTROYS of q
speedy passage comfortable, OF rather the best of
Accommodations viii do well to make early appliea
zion 70 the agent, ". g Templeton, rs Camp street
Ia gustin Dpplantier has been appointed Di-
rector Of the Louisiana Penitenary B. HARRISON,
declined.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1856-05-30

H.
BUSINESS There was considerable activity at the
lower steamboat landing yesterday. The receipts Of
sugar and molasses, for the past two days have been
largely IL excess Of anticipations. Tie articles
however, command very good prices and if such
prices were to- be realized one year with another
ousiana would be The most wealthy State in the
5nion, or the richest community in the world; pro
Tided However The crop sugar should be only equa
70 last year. steamboat landing, the arri
walls rom the West correspond with any previous
season for the time Of year. 5
The weather continues dry and dusty. The &C
counts, the cotton region in regard to
the growing crops, are very fattering and with no
more than ordinary weather, there viii be more than
& a crop cotton raised this season, though
she tes and calamtes are numerous before
ut crop, yet there has been more
land planted than last year HoWevett is too early
tU talk OF write about next fall, nevertheless NE can
Tenlar that every bale Of cotton that can be
raised will at good prices. Though panic
N inakera and alarmsts may talk about war and
troubles with England. yetwe do not believe Palmer
stoR is sufficiently insane as to jeopar1ze the
friendly relations between the United States and his
Government. the worst should come to the worst,
gunsaotton VIII be an excellent pacifcator in the dis
pnte;; as the saying is, It would make peace in less
than no time.
ss ST. CHARLEs INsT1TUTE.-We were present yes
teray evening at the annual examination and musical
exercises Of the above popular academy for young
ladies, at GreenYille Of which Madame Clara Mace is
conductress. The institute, ne may state, is most
4 charmingly situated amid Eye.oak and magnolia
shades, the odor Of flowers ana the tWter Of wild
birds and the young ladies in their exercises display
scarcely less sweetness and tnidity than the flow
ers and birds by which they were surrounded, not.
h withstandng the audience was composed mostly OF
their ympathizng friends and relatives. Tie exhi.
biton given beneath pavilion, in the shadow Of
widespr that the comforts Of space
and fresh air might be eloyed BY every one present
After very thorough examination in literature, il
French and English, which did equal credit to the
fair pupils and their teachers, the pavilion was lighted
up, and the musical exercises began. We were IN
able to remain to the end but the performances
several young ladies On the piano, and the singing
Of others, whilst were present. were excellent and
drew forth the most rapturous applause from the
audience. We regret that we were not able to stay
to#the conclusion. The ST. Charles Institute is de
serFedly popular, and well worthy the patronage o
those who think that seeluson and rural atmosphere
are favorable to the mental development of thei
8. daughters
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1856-05-30
Hpt,. BeNCEa9S

EDs". BeNCFs's
ANTI CATHARTIC MIXTURE,
Has been tried and proved beyond doubt
remedeshe most certain and prompt in its effects,
sands in this city testify Of any remedy
brought before the public for
CHOLERA,
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1856-05-30

FRENCH EMBROIDERED LAcEs, rELEEINEs, rUILE,
etc, to close succession.
- BY J. EUGENE TOuRNE.
"WEDNESDAY, eth OF June, 1856, without
eseve 4, nj ~ Exchange Alley win be sold
Guipure Wells Berhe's scars shws Cotton Lace imitation
Aaline Iaces, ETC. ~
Terms cash. preo
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1856-05-30

SUCCESSION OF HENRY A. HOFFMEYER-TWOS STORY
Dwelling House, fronting Apollo street and vacant lois,
in the Second District . u .=zzzf3=s
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

'ne sensihility Of bis heart the fidelity with
which he discharged the duties of life and az -.
mmity with which he bore its reyerses, will leave
testing impression on the minds of all his friends and
acquaintance lie was devoted to his family. which
was numerous and aifectionate. In the oniet and
teifed scenes of the domestic circle he took great
een'' lis home was his earthly paradise Here
aon. All hung around and upon him rs the chef
o.lsGt OF interest and all rose up to do him honor
>. Aiter few days of confinement with disease hc
elca IN tranquility and peace, leaving his afflicted
,@nS In the indulgence OF a hope of again meeting,
n''h IN better aud brighter world In eontempafin,s
Tue character and lie of this gentleman candor !,
compelled to award TO him the high distinction. abe
tras good man t,s,.s
LgRch6Urq, Juiv Oh 1876
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24
OBITUARY..

Departed this life on the 9th Of June, 1856 at his
residence in Lyuchburg, Va, Mr.. HENRY SuMPTER,
having attained to a little the I'D year OF his
age.
Our deceased friend eminently distinguished
by a steady uniformity of conduct the result of
goodness founded on principle and corroborated by
habit He Land the foundation of public confidence
in his integrity which such that IT was not only
never sacrificed but suspected. Goodness with
him was not an occasional feeling, but an habtual
clement not sudden transient Impulse, but
permanent principle second nature, producing purl-
y OF intention and elevation of mind. Possessing
grave and contcmpatYe temper, his system OF liie
was remarkably uniform and tranquil, and dlstln-
gashed by few OF the events and ,icssitudes which
are adapted to excite His personal character CON
sisted of combination OF amabie and pleasing rain
than of striking qualities. He had passion for
display ofany sort. His great modeSty and deca'e
Sensihility have kept hidden from the gaze OF men
many valuable instances of his bcnevolence which
the light Of eternity will make manifest, Speak ev
OF no man is law of which he never lost sights ana
hewel knew how, by expressive silence, to marx
bis aversion b. scandal lie was lover OF peace,
WAS clothed with humility, and decked with the 'or-
naments ola meek aud quiet spirit Few men IN
the community in which he lived possessed more
sincere friends or fewer enemies-indeed it is doubt
Fl lwhcther he had an enemy--his mild and gentle
spirit rendered it nearly impossible for him to have
nm rncmr. The innocence and sanrtity of his be-
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24
ARRIVALS AT THE
Nashin xton I1ousc-Sueud IL Clarh prps'

July 23.-Jno Roak, VIM J Subet, Jas B Harm
selby, Campbell; p Sailing Rockbridge; Mrs d p
Taylor Seryt, Nottoway; Jas . Boley Centeryillei
Miss Sallie Boley, Big Island; kirhwood otey,
Lynchburg; c T Cochran, Stanton; D Fishburn,
n c; j Nowlin, Campbell; NJ Burks, Bedford; Capt
Wilkinson, Master Wilkinson Rockbridge; Bur
well Lee, Moses Dooey, Campbell; Jno W Andrews,
Lafayette Lee, F Pollard Bedford; VIM n Hartman,
Giles; Thos Lyon, Miss Emma Lyon, Richmond; Ia
Shoemaker, Mrs. Sumpter, Liberty; IIenryT Williams,
Iynchburg; VIM NJ Lsnghorne & Serv,t, Roanoke;
Miss Laura Crawford, Bedford Jno F Sale Liberty;
Johnsan, Master Johnstan, Geo Packer, PittsylVa-
MAJ VIM P Reynolds, Appomattox; Clark Freeman,
= II Callan, Capt II Harmeling Va ! Il Henry
S Compliant Lynchburg College; Jno B Terrell, Bot
etourt VIM Ricd, City; Chas Richardson, Samuel
Norman. Jno q Kasey, Saml Elliott, Bedford
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24
Prizes amounting 10
$2Ol,()OO!!
win be distributed according Ia the following
VI a q n EEs az NJ son o. " &c
10. 900 Nnnt UriIps,

u. prizes amounting To e9OioO0
The $4,000 Prizes of ~ determined by the number which
riwg the $4,000 Przolf number should be odd
ber then livery odd number ticket In the scheme will he en
tied to - If number than every number ticket
wi" bo entitled TO ~ Ia addition to other Prize which mny
bc drawn
Purchasers In hnyrg equal quantity Of odd and
numbor tickets viii be certain Of nearly onehnlt the
Of the same with chances Of obtaining other Przea
All hosr tickets ending with o g q cvopa those
ending with /, 3, ., =, odd
~ Remember thai uYrry ize Ia drawn and payable in
fnll without deduction
All Prizes Of 81 600 mud under paid Immediately after the
awnEuthpr Prizes nj the usual time Of thirty days
All communications strictly confidential The drawn
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drawing
Whole Tickets, SgO~1snlves, SJ-lunriers ~.
Prize Tickets cnsbed renewed In other Tickets either
Office.
orders for Tickets be addressed
). SWAN IL co, atlanta Ga.
or S. SWAN, Montgomery, Ala.
inI,,o 90 ana,
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24
NEW YoRE, July 23d.

NEW YoRE, July 23d.
The Steamer Pcrsia has arrived from Liverpool.
Political affairs were quiet No reference had been
made to American Questions in Parliament, except
some conversation in regard to the boundaries Of Be-
lie The tone Of the press touching Central Ameri-
affairs more mild.
A serious outbreak had occurred among the Tippc-
rary Militia the Cab inst, owing TO alleged bad
faith, OH the part Of the government in dscharging
them, taking away tfeirarms and clothing. A thou
sand Of The line were telegrapbed for who succeed
ing in qnelingthe riotafter killing three and wound
ing dozen All WINS quiet at last accounts.
Breatstuhs were shade higher, probably owing
10 the stormy weather.
Flour advanced six pence to a shilling; Ohio 35a
37Is Straight Baltimore 342a351
Wheat advanced two pence; Western White ten
and three pence to eleven and three pence Red nine
aud nine pence 10 ten and nine pence
Corn firm Holders demand advance of a shil-
ling. Transastons moderate at previous rates.
Bullion In the Bank of England had decreased four
hundred and fifty thousand pounds.
tonsots for money o5sas- account 95la96
Al the latest hour the markets were all firm and
unchanged.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

A SINGuLAR BURIAL.-Mr George Halle, son
of the late Hon. Levi Halle, Chief Justice of the
Supreme Court Of this State, died in Swans ey at
the old Home stead, last week, and was buriedb by
bis particular request under the following circum,
stances: lie wished to be dressed for the grave
in His best salt of clothes. and To new pair
Of saier boots that he had lately purchased. His
pocket took which contained several dollars, he
requested 10 have placed in the pocket where he
was accustomed To keep it, and the contents of
his vest pocket even to the Insignificant tooth
pricker, he asked 10 have deposited with him in
the grave, and a bunch of cigars, to the numher
of dozen, to be placed by his side. In confor
nity with his request, his wish complied with
in every particular Providence Dr. ~ Trans
cript.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

Fi-LNoar etrR.-lt IS proposed to form FILL
MORE cLuh IN this city. to be composed of members
Of both the Wag and American parties. This is an
excellent iet and should be carried out with as little
delay as practicable. The supporters of Fillmore in
view of the consequences invoI ed should perfect
thorough organization all the country and labor
wlth'ail the energy and influence possible to secure
his election. Ne means viii prove efficient in
promoting the cause. than well condncted Clubs
They should be Formed in every city and town. aud
their inspiring and energzing effects would tell pow
crfally on the election day We hope The Club here
viii be organized at once. Let the ball be put in
motion.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24
LATER FROM Pnrnro Rloo-Rs. lpnenrnuee Of

LATER FROM PUERTO Rico Re. Appearance Of
Choftra.- Correspondence from Puerto Roo.
10Th ult'' announces the appearance of the ehole
ra under vsfy unexpected circumstances. Tho
people had just congratulated themselves on its
entlro abatement. thu inhabitants of Humacao
and Nieques especially were oongraiuia,ing them.
selves on tho success with which they had com.
hnted the scourgo with rigid Gordon sanitaife,
and successfully escaped being visited by single
easn,hnd MI were preparing Ia celebrate the feas,
OF St John-tho principal ono observed in the is.
land-wlth thu greatest hiariiy, when II broke
ou' again choosing llumuean and Nicqnies f.
lis FIRST victims, but also appearing nj Cahncea
AZ these places are NIL IN the neghhorhood Of the
richest aud most p"pulous agricultural districts.
and not far from Gusy anna. which suffered
verely from n disastrous CONFEDERATION al tho be
ginning of last month. or from Ponce, the second
city of the island il will readby DO understood
that the greatest CONSERVATION has been caused
by the e.appeoranoe of the epidemic.
To this calamity the Puerto Riguenes had II.
mother added very fatal disease was destroy
ing their cattle in great numbers. 1t was com
monty called the Cattle Cholera Tho animals
attacked became hydrophobic, iroihed or slavcred
at the mouth. lost their teeth and died-perhaps
more from tho consequent inattcntion, it was
thought, than from the actual discasc.--N. q.
Picagune.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

\ MELANCHOLY AccDENT--We are panied to learn
from private source, says the Romney (ya) Argus
that on Friday OF last week, Mr.. Gabriel r. Gray ac-
companied by another young gentleman left Peters-
burg, Hardy county, for the purpose of attending n
tournament at a Pic Mic in the neighborhood and
burg, Mr.. Gray, struck his horse with whip and be-
coming unmanageable he started off wit him and
throwing him against tree he man3led in a
dreadful manner. He was taken to house near by
and medical aid sent for but he died in about three
quarters of an hour after the accident occurred.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

THE ALLISON MURDER TRIM4 Cincinnati.
July 2l,-Wm. Arrison was to day convicted of
manslnughter on the third trial for cansng the
death Of Mr.. Allison, by an Internal mnchnc.
about two years since. Great dissatisfaction l.
expressed at this strange verdict. Sentence
will be deferred, and he will be 'put on trial fnl
the murder of Mrs. Allison. Application will he
made for changing the venue To another coon
~
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24
cftp an0 State affairs.

Ma poslrHAS, the agent ofthe College, has return
Cd to our city, after absence oftwo months, and
epors addition of nearly eight thousand dollars
towards the endowment fund This makes about
Ten thousand dollars contributed by the church in
This State towards this object, anfas two-thirds of
the district remain 10 be canyassed t'ceaty thousand
dollars may be safely relied upon from the church in
Virginia alone. Nothing now seems to be necessary
but the completion OF the College edfce and dormi-
tory to guarantee the most tlattering success to his
cuternrse.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

GREENBRTER AGRICULTURAL FAIR.-The third annn-
al Fair of the Greenbrier Agricultural Society will
commence on the 9th of August, to continue for
three days Extensive arrangements will be made by
the officers for the accommodation of Exhibitors aud
efforts will be made to surpass in variety and inter-
est the two Proceedings Fairs.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

Prizes AMOUNTING Ia
$1O2,OOO!!!
Wll he Distributed according to tho following
MAGNIFICENT SGluEME!!!

laltN fikca amounting NlU'Hu
Tho 10000 Prizes OF ~ Determined by the number eh
dfhwH the &9Oo lraeitha number should be odd nnm
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tied Ia 81 II number then number ticket
IN the scheme will he entitled 10 a. Ia addition 10 any other
which may ho drawn,
Purchasers quantity o odd and
number tickets viii he certain drawing nearly onoali The
Of the sane with chaneoH of obtaining other prizes
" Remember thai every Prize drawn, aud able In full
without deduction.
" All Prizes Of 900 aud under paid Immediately after
The drawing rEoa The usual uio of thirty days
All communications strictly confidential The drawn nnm
he Will be forwarded tn purchasers Immediately after tho
drawing
WhSic Tickets ~5-uInI,es. 9l--slun rscr-, u
Prize Tickets eaahrd ed In other Tickets either
oioe.
orders for Tickets bn addressed to
$. SWAN a. co, atlanta, Ga.
or $. SWAN Montgomery. ata
itl,,1 90
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

SUICIDE OF A YOUNG GIRL. AND ALL FOR
LoyE.-l yesterday morning, Coroner Whitney
called upon to hold an inquest over the re-
mnins of ono Catherine Hogan, who died sudden
ly about 5 A. Nj, at the house of Mr.. Hendy,
No. 81, Water street. The inmates ofthe house
had no idea Of the real cause of her death until
DR.. Wiet called in, who pronounced it TO
be poison. The jury rcturneda verdict in nc
oordance with the testimony. In her pocket was
found note, for copy of which we nro ndebt
ed to the Coroner. 1t is not directed to any Que
and runs as follows
'Remember me to Tim. Dwyrr. am going
tn die for the love of yonng man. His name
is Joseph Eagan He boards where lived--at
the house Of Mr.. Wheeler No. 10, South street,
East Troy. He works at No. III Fulton street.
He first taught me to love him. and then he de-
ceived me; and, for his sake, will die, Tell
him to come and bury me.
Pagan has my ambrotype: and tell Tim Dwy
cr TO get it; he has red hair He covers soiae and
makes mattresses.
$50 to the stage office in Broadway, and get
my trunk and hat box.
She has been in this country but two or three
years aud at one time was n domestic in the fam
iIv of Mr.. Satterlee in this city. She had no re-
Iaives in this country. Her parents who are in
Ireland. are said to be in comfort cireum-
stances. She is represented as being fine look
ing girl. of about % years Of agc.-Aibany Ar
gus, Monddg.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

THEArRr.We understand that theatrical COM
pany have leased Masonic Hall and that it will he
opened shortly for protracted season
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

SUICIDE or MURDERER. --pittsburg, .Jnly
2I--liugh Corrigan. convicted in Wostmorelnnd
for tho marder of his wife, aud who was under
sentence of death. committed suicide on Saiur.
day night at Grcensburg Jail 1t is supposed
that he took oxalie acid.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

CHAMPION AND DALLAS, Under the gallery.
at the late debate in Parliament ON Ame richn nf,
falrs, were VI Dallas and Mr. Champion, who
constituted the exposures of every eye. They
exchanged We are told, tho most engaging cour-
teses.-I ondon Letter.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

SiELLow FEVER Ar SEA- The bnrque Ellen
Griffith arrived at quarantine at New York, Sun
day from Cienfungos, having lost the captain,
mate and two senmen, from yellow fever, The
barge George Leslie also arrived from tho same
place. evdry one ON board, except the captain
having been down with fever during the passage.
One died.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

EJ.CTORY FIXTuREs FOR SAi.E.-r wish to
dispose at private sale of the Fixtures Of the Toba {"
Factory RECENTLY by Ho Dcpriest at Campbell e.
RI They all the necessary fixtures for well GO II
n cod order and nearly new wing been used but
season They will be disposed Of on liberal te' ms;
and s the bniding also for sale, opportunity pre-
for any person wishing in the business Of put
ting tobacco JohN H. -ft-i.A t ~ =, ~, e,
apl l9-d&cts oaii'o'li ", II =
u1uTCHE,S SUPPORTEHs.-Weh have iusf 80
coived an invoice Pitches Genuine supporters 10 p8
pized v the Faculty being the best in use for sale ny
july Ats d II. Iiio'ii So - - -
WANTED, Aa experienced Driver 10 10 d"
w charge of nv Two Horse Wagon. For such M 'F"l
wages by the month will be paid must come wen rec
N"s'a, ~, - as 80 hahits Ic f. SIMS,
a. 6. ;. r. Il. Depot
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24
SALES BY AUCTION.
FUTURE DAYS

\ WILL, a- Admir-. az Jaosc. W. lloyd, deed
oer for sale Mt public auction The Market House IN this
city "Wednesday the 1th day Of July Mt 10 A. hefol
lowp stocks
10 shsrosV r II II guaranteed by the city Of Lynch
burg
10 Shares Of Stock In the Merchants Bank Iyncbbnrf
IA Shares nf Stock In the Iynehhnrg liuse 4 Fire Go.
10 shares Stock In the Mechanics Savings Institution Of
tynchhnrg H. q II. kEAN.
July a7dilnuly Admir- of J. N boyd deed
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

The FARMviLLE Convention will meet to-day to APP
po Mt an Elector for this Congressional district
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24
by KENT. PAINE x co.
RICHMOND VA.
~ III Al Nnd

SNNfE III WENNH~ wv NWUNON a NV.'S
~ STOCK OF Dry GOODS, NJ htCfIoN.--tm Wed
tuesday Jth Inst commencing ~ aU,uek Will sell nj the
Store of Mtasrs Richardson To, NJ % Main streetwlo
making change In their hnHneasher entire stock OF
FANCY AND STABLE DRY Uoobsi comprising hxari
city of choice AMI desirable tlooda
In tho stock will be fonnd lot nf Heavy Woolens
Fanols 1fnt Cloths and Cashmere Bonehed nnd Brown
unols White floods Ne an"rtnR Ia the trade good so0f
tnnity To- supply Themselves fni Fail sales
We Invite particular attention 10 this Ealu large amount
of Goods = he sold Nithou, limit r reserve
Ttnns Alsuma undor BOO rah, undc 300 four month
credit $500 ak months credit for approved negotiable
paper KENT. PAINE 4 co
Richmond. July q dt1nuly Aocaneers.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-07-24

The MORMON DELUsIoN The Fort Desmoines
Gowa) papers give some details of the passage
of a band of Mormon emigrants through that
place a few days since. In the broiling sun these
poor creatures the majority of whom are wo-
men. moved along slowly in Indian file, drag
cine behind them in little carts the necessa.
ries for the journey, sometimes two wo-
men dragging the cart, at other times man and
woman together. The company was from Eu
rope,and mostly consisted of English people. who
had left their comfortable homes, their carly
socia,ons Of all the attachments which render the
English such unwilling emieIants and here, with
a Journey Of more than Thousand miles before
them, of which two hundred would be througha
perfect desert without shade water, these
miserable detuded people were trudging for
ward.