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Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20
aAlurlesota .Giu(fs.
q FRIDAY, DEC. 10, 1856.
ARessns Of the message sy.epsis.


During last year the total receipts of Govern
ment have been $73,9lS, l4l, which with the bal
ancs on hand, makes total sum Of $92, S50,ll7
The total expenditures amount to $72 ,943, 1872.
Of these expenses, $l2, 776 800 have been paid
for the disbursement of the public debt. The fol-
lowing sentence assumes to explain the amount
of the public debt, but it looks rather dark.
s'On the 4th of March, 1853, the amount of the
public debt was sixty-nin million one handred
and twenty nine thousand nine hundred and thir-
ty thousand dollars for the debt of Texas
making a total of seventy -one million eight hun
dred and seventy mine hundred and thirty-seven
dollars.'' sd 70 ac 1 an - H'i
''Twenty-nine thousand nine hundred and thir-
II thousand" and 'seight hundred and seventy
nine hundred" is rather blind rhetoric to us,
but doubtless the phrases have solution in the
Executive Uranium! OF the Texan debt, $45,-
25,3l9 have been discharged, reducing it to $780,.
737, l29. By this synopsis it will be seen that
the expenses of the present economical Admins
tration have been just $2l0 a minute including
nights and Sundays And this moderate efaux
of cash, his Honor deems sufficient blessing to
ssiustify reduction Of the revenue from GUS
toms,'' and the reinstatement of American Free
Trade!
The President also recommends that some de.
fciencies be corrected in the Navy, and that the
army be re-equipped. In reference to foreign
relations be is very fair. We did not suppose
such an approach to manliness possible, in one
who has ever been distinguished for weakness,
treachery, and imbesility. We did not believe
so much good could "come out of Nazareth" =
He gives up his 6llibustering proclivities, stops
doubling up his fists at Cuba, mumbles some ap-
ology for pitching into the shanties at San Juan
in '55, then turns his putty-phiz to the sky, and
thanks the "Good Providence for having carri-
cd my administration through so many difficult
ties" and ssfor the establishment of constitution
al order and tranquility throughsst.th the Union"
Poor man! he's thinking Of Kansas. Buts'de
anortuis nil nisi bonum''-we will speak no evil
of the dead. Let him rest.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20
Jlst the Thinsi-C apitaf!


Ladies!--Give US your attention. Do you
know that those little feet of yours will get cold
that the same blood which circulates under the
feet passes through the heart, and just in proper
ton as it is cold or warm it affects the system
Do you know that the incipient stages of con-
sumption are brought on by cold9 That colds
are contracted by cold feet? You do know !
Then why do you persist in wearing those thin,
wafer shoes? Why subject your parents or ysur
husbands, or your lovers, to the paint i knowl
edge that you are dying by inchss9 Why bring
premature old age upon your Isn't life short
enough without applying artificial means? Then
cloths the feet Put on your Grandfather.
boots! What boots it? No matter how unooutt
they may look-show your Independence by fol.
lowing the dictates of Nature not fashion, and
serene old age viii crown your forethought ane
your judgment. In . word, 60 to Hofman's
examine the ladies' boots he has Just brough
from the workman's bench-put them on, ant
then step through the world a. God ordained
you should, his purest, best, and we hope visss
children A tecastEtl- 1-7Et q
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

"Whst has become Of the mail ?" asked q
gentleman Of Us while at Saltwater the other
day. "We have not had q mail ainee the I'd of
Decemben" These complaints come from all
parts Of the Territory, and demand an immediate
remedy. While On this subject lot as inquire
why it 10 that We cannot get letters and papers
from ST. Anthony until the expiration Of a
month. Walker certainly has nothing to do with
thatroute. Our postal affairs are bad all round
both in and out of the Territory, and callfor inn
provemcnt. Will it be made, Or shall We be csm-
PEELED to name the Post ONCE and Postmaster
upon whom rests the blame?
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20
ConsressiouaI Affairs.

Congress convened upon the LIST, and We have
half-report of the fret two days, since which,
owing to our beautiful Mail arrangement, there
seem to be about two weeks Of total blank. The
present Congress consists of 276 members, and
the talent is somewhat above mediocrity. Will
son is there the warmest hearted, boldest, bray
est man in the Senate Chamber, and though he
regards duelling with contempt, as a violation of
the laws of God and Humanity, yet if he is at
tackled BY the bullying Hotspurs he riu assuredly
take care Of his sshonor.' Seward is there New
York's fsvorite son, and his country's favorite
defender just expounder Of the constitution,
and man who does not believe that Slavery was
ordained by the Almighty. Owen Lovejoy is
going there with stout heart and strong hand
may Le strike q good blow for Constitutional
Freedom one which shall tell upon the col
leagues Of those Pro Slavery rufians. who fred
the bullet that pierced his brothers heart in the
printing ONCE at Alton! And BurlinEame is
there, ready ever to rush to the breach when our
Free flag is in danger, and though be would main
tain feelings Of strict fraternity, with all parts
of the commonwealth, yet he is unaltsred in his
devotion to the Right, and il the Bully Brookses
and the bludgson wisders of the hot South, aim
their malicious blows, as they have done, at the
white bosom of our Northern Amsrica-he wiIl
striIse back! And Banks 10 there, and Woodruff,
and Campbell, and Trumbull, and Fessenden and
the Washburns all. And Summer viH be there,
as soon - his head shall be thoroughly healed,
and his constitution sufficiently vigorous to ad-
NIT Of it. And then his strong heart shall throb
again in the Senate Chamber as it did before the
assassin struck him down, and its pulsations will
be felt throughout the Union. ST..
Yet there il in Congress less of talent than of
smartness. The President Of fifteen states is
safely delivered Of a sectional message which
abuses and ibsls the people of sixteen states,
but the Willows droop above the form Of the sage
of Ashland. Congress has convened but Webster
sleeps at Marshfsld. The members are many Of
them young scarcely more than half having had
longer experience than one session, and, though
several have sprung suddenly before the world,
proving by their brave words and acts that they
have bright career in our country's future, yet
there are Rusts and Brookses and Keits and Nike
Washes and Herberts and Hotspurs enough to
disgrace any Council Chamber outside of Pande-
monium. An excited session of olashing i'm
pulses and volcanic strifes is before US. May its
dsIiberationsbe marked with GOODNESS, judgement
and discretion, but may Freedom in tho Terrific
ries not be sacrificed ct any risk, whGtevsr may Be
the hazard of ito preservation.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

PoPUL.R DRLusIoNs.-That man can write
rsada le article before he understands grammer
punctuation, or the art of preparing Ms. for the
ress.
That We elevate ourselves by attempting to
bring down and depreoate those who are above
That other people and their private affairs
ever form the great staple of conversation among
That girl Of fifteen can make Up for her
general ignorance BY incessant gabbls.
That the having made . fortune is enough to
entitle q man to respect. s-
That it 10 in good taste to wear jewelry in pro
fusion ct breakfast or dinner.
That monstach0 indicates want of brains.
That the greatest talksrs are the greatest
thinkers.
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ROYAL PARDON TO Po11rrcAI OrrExpE,

ROYAL PARDON TO PoL1T1cAL OFFENDERS.
Queen Victoria has signified her pleasure
that full and free pardon should be granted,
under the Great Seal of Great Britain and
ireland respectively, to all persons suffering
under the consequences of conviction for politi-
cal offences. This restores Smith O'Brien,
and many other prisoners who were convicted
Of high treason. to all their former civil rights
and station. 1t of course does not include
those who broke their parole, or incurred the
additional penalty Of flying from the sentance
Of the law.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

YOUNG MEN ATTENTIsN!-The business commit
tee of the Lyceum, not having as yet decided
upon permanent roop, authorize us to invite
the members and others who feel an interest in
the matter to convene in the room over the store
OFF. g. Mayo &Co. at O'Clock this evening.
Let there be prompt and general attendance
Thsnew Constitution and Bylaws, the discipline
which the Society intends to adopt, and other
matters of Importance will come before the moe
ting for its discussion and elaboration, and it is
particularly desirable that oil who propose to at
tend or participate at any Of the meetings should
be present at this one. Remember; over Mayors
store this evening-early.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

VAikr TIMES OrF1CEs(
Dec. 10. 1850.
Hay-whch week ago sold at go 10 now nrm At An
There not mech 10 the market, and 1t maintain very
high price all winters account Of the hres through
out the Territory. Corn quick at 81 1901 Potatoes
u 0oscarce. Oats 81 0soc Flour 47@s per Dbl; demand
active. Pork, 427 Sugar l20Sc, according to quality
Coffee 14020c. Butter steadily advancing at s1s2c
whoesse-s7c RETAIL Very little IN MARKET noae Of nrst
quality 70 be had at price. Wood, week At a.
slowly t6. 1t 10 ceasing luxury. OF some
foreign provisions We notice scarcity TO ut
depletion, and they steadily advaucns on Of
the early close Of navsson and consequent non arrival
Of freigAts. Hf
FRIDAY, Dec. 18th, 1855.
Groceries and Provisions Arm last quotations. No
coed butter into the city except that which sup
provisions which Territory will remain
nearly present prices, but, account
OF the mmense retention Of freGhs below, BY
he premature close the river cost of
trsnsportat one0 hundred HAetinss, q 50
ftoh Red wing, and - 50 wiaonaprovisIons all
kinds advance rapidly opening
WooD-Thsre considerable the yesterday, and
It went SIC xly at 4sr cord. ,
HAYWent down smother nstch, readily the af-
1lS. The prospect Will not decline
mach from present prices. -
weights Of grains fer this Terrtory Wheat 90 bu3
Glover Seed 90 As bu. Rye, ~ - indian Corn,
eu; osts, - % bs; Barley, $50 su Buckwhest
- - . bu.
Sect On foet. Apples o. So02 rs bu
oo00D6 Peaches pssled a. SOFAS
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

Lo! THE Pooh INDIANA cavalcade of
Winnebago Indians, numbering about 100 men,
squaws, and papooses, about 800 dogs, together
with all manner Of ponies, lame, halt and blind.
and every kind Of outlandish vehicle, making in
all very picturesque procession, passed through
our village to-day. They were just from the
Reservation and were bound for Root River on
a hunting expedltion Shakopee .Advocate.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

THE LITTLE PAUPER.-There are tears in
her eyes, and her breast hcaves to aud fro with
suppressed emotion she is only pauper, pass
her carelessly by, and reserve your sweet SYM
pathy for some favored child of fortune. Cold
looks and heartless reproofs are good enough
for her, for what right has she to intrude her
sorrows upon your notice. 1t is enough that
she be allowed to live at all, degraded and
sunken as she has become. Teach her early,
ay, even in infanc, that tender and refined
emotions are net for such as her. Do all this
and you will succeed even beyond your expec-
tations in bunting the hottest feelings Of her
nature but the end is not yet. With tenfold
vengeance will society be repaid in after year.
for this infringement Of the rights of childhood.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

THAT DUEL We learn from the Doctor
to whom allusion was made in our last issue,
that he threw down the gauntlet, but it was
not taken up, therefore the social code has
been completely vindicatedr' We were not
cognizant of this fact at the time our other ar
tIcle was written. or we should have made
mention Of it. In matter Of so much impor-
lance it is highly proper that justice should be
done both parties.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

e. Our Office is still in an unsettled condi-
ton, but We are getting things to rights as fast
as possible. Friends needn't be in . hurry to
find us, as We are hardly prepared to receive
them. Az We write the cold plaster 10 tumbling
from the walls of our editorial room, and the icy
our big toes,
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

CUBA TO BE OuRs.-The Washington Union
thus prepares the public for the seizure Of Cuba
by the Democratic party for the benefit of Sla-
very:
ss The government of the United States has
never interfered, and We feel assured will never
interfere, with the int nal affairs of Mexico or
Central America, for any other purpose than that
of counte acting the ntrigues and encroachments
freedom. With respect to Cuba, the case is
quite different; nor do we think it will injure the
reputation of Mr.. Buchar an or any other Ameri
can statesman, to be suspected Of a desire to
emarcipate that fine island from colonial vassal-
age, and (if such is the wish of the inhabitants)
to admit it it as member of this conf ederati on.
1t is not 6t that the key of the gulf of Mexico
should be in the hands of an enemy, or one who
is the mere tool of our enemies. The North and
West, equelly with the South, are deeply inter-
ested in this question, which seems to be sleeping
now, but which, We opine, will never die"
DESTRUCTION OF THE REPUBLICAN, PARrY.-There
are givings out in certain quarters that Mr.. Bu-
cbanan is going to annhlate the Republican
party in very novel, but Is it is thought it will
prove, perfectly ef6cacious method namely, BY
becoming Republican himself. There are sew
eral credulous people who actually believe thai
he will bring IN Kansas as Free State, and de
prive the Republicans of every inch of ground
they stand on by emb 'acing all their principles
He has certainly made pretty good beginning
as far as the Pacific Rail Road goes.
We have not the slightest objection to Mr.. Blu.
chanan becoming Republican. The sooner thu
better! But what will Mr.. Hornbower of thu
Pioneer do? And how will the other Quattle
buns get along in their precious schemes Of dis
solution and Free Slavery extension2 Well-w,
will see.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

0Yr Sheriff Tullis, in endeavering to arrest
several violators of the law above Anoka, on
Monday last, was shot in the leg. One of his
posse had his finger shot off. Two of the oppos-
ing party we're captured and held to bail in the
sums of $1,000 and $500. Failing to procure it,
they were lodged in Jail in this city.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

x0T They do not trife with defaulters D
England. Robinson the Secretary of the
Crystal Palace Company, has been tried. found
guilty, and sentenced to twenty years imprison-
ment. Within half an hour after the sentalce
had been pronounced, he was stripped of his
ordinary habiment, and clothed in a convict
dress, became the associate Of half dozen
other transports.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

NEw ENGLAND SUPPER. = Our readers should
remember that the New England Supper comes
of at the Fuller House on the 22d. Great prep
arations are being made in order that it shall be
the ne plus ultra of celebrations which have ever
take place in this Territory. !"
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

a. Another Territory, We learn, is about to
be organised by portion Of its inhabitants. On
the first Of September, an election Was held ct
various places in the Gadsden Purchase for dele
gates to the Territorial Legislature Of New
Mexico, and fer q delegate to Congress. The
latter it is expected, will present to Congress q
petition for the separ alton of the Gadsden Pur-
chase from the northern part of New Mexico, and
the erection Of an Independent Territorial govern
mant. 1-
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

Book BINDERY.-We are glad to find that J
A. NJ. Hoisington, the Pioneer Book Binder o.
st. Paul, has made great Improvement in hil
business and is now prepared to do work as wei
as Eastern vorkmen. We have examined som'
of Mr.. Hoisington's binding and pronounce i
very fne.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

FOURTEEN GovERNeRs.-On the basis of opposi.
tion to the further extension of Slavery, the
Anti-Nsbraska party in the North, has secured
the election Of fourteen Governors of States
within the last two years. In fact, ali Cover.
nors in the Free States except in Indiana and
California, will. on the first Of January next, b.
Republicans. This, as the result of two Years
labor, is something to boast of.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

O. The Peoris, Illinois, papers say that the
milk sickness is prevailing to an alarming extent
in the Mackinaw Bottoms, about ten miles from
Pekin. Owe: one hundred head of cattle died il
one week from the disease; one farmer lost forty
fne CATTLE 1t 10 still spreading, and the people
dare not touch or taste meat, milk, or butter II
the whole region. The disease always makes it,
appearance in places whore it's causes exist, il
seasons Of extreme drouth.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

a. The new born child Of the Queen of
SPANS sister, the Duchess of Montpensier, is a
robust infant, and Her Royal Highness, the most
serene baby, has received in baptism, the follow
ing names: Maria dc Reyla Francisco de Asis,
Antonia-Luisa-Fe Fernando Amalia-Fe Isabel
Adelaide Christina-Jose a-Joaquina-Juste- Ru-
fna- Lutsarda Carolina Bibiaua- Polonia- Caspars
Melchara-B altasara-Ana-A gueda- Lucea-F Francois
dc Panla-Romana, tous - ssints: Brigida- Di.
onisa.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

CO The little chap Of the Pioneer, don't like
our structures on the President. That's a. ma
tural as falling of log. The Truth always daz-
zles some people. But suppose he don't like our
remarks-whs.t then
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

ar The Chinese rebels had taken Ken
yung /; and also Kintan, near Chang-tow. Soo-
chow. and the early capture of that city was in
evitable. Tho rebels we're also making demon
STATIONS upon Pekin.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

FAsH1os.-There is only one thing more
powerful than the steam engine, and that il
fashion. Fashion rules the women, the women
rule the men, and the men rule the world: erro
fashion IS more powerful than all other infuen-
ces combined. Fashion makes man ridiculous
and woman spendthrift. Ittakes the human
family by the nose and leads them into captivity.
Fashion made the Hollander wear eighteen
pair of breaches at once, and caused the En-.
glishman to wear boots so sharpened at the
points that they could be used as toota picks.
Fashion builds up churches, fits up our pews
and even regulates the rights of sepultures
There is as much fashion and fummery Ii
cemeteries as you will find in the most fashion.
able street. Fashion is great power. VIVA,
pity it can never be enlisted on the side oil
common sense and early hours, goodness and
eCOnomV. Il
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

ca We regret to learn that Frank Leslie has
failed, and been compelled to ask for an extension
His liabilities We understand amount to $4,000.
Mr.. Leslie is An enterprising man, and we hope
hsrmay recover from this shock by some means.
He publishes at the present time fon. first class
wssklies, viz; The Illustrated Mscs, Gasette Of
Fashion, Nsw York Journal and Ledger Of Ro-
m6nca. agaI 0OG 3f.uu 70 ..s>g = aH -
,aseo,ssA s,ae4of2 g. ,sgl. s.8ea 9 IS
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

CT The Pioneer has taken up the cause OF
Slidell, Brooks, Keitts &c. and in order to allow
it room to "spread itself" the prsprett WIS intend
to add anos her column to the paper. That's a
s'funny she st," that Pioneer eees SIS.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

A HOOP SrRIKE.-The hoop-skirt makers Of
New York have struck for higher wages. The
manufacturers of these balloonish articles which
take up 50 much space on our fashionable
thoroughfares, give employment to several hun.
bred persons in New York.-Their employers
havs reduced wages to IS cents per day, aud they
demand 81.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

New YoaK, Nov. Is.
The steamer Marion hrs returned after her ten
days crase, having seen NO trace Of the lost
steamer Lyonnais or her missing crew and pas
sengers.
The anniversary Of Evacr .tion Day wac duly
celebrated BY . military rade, saiudes and .
liberal display Of the national standards. Gov.
CLARK reversed the milita,y and the horse on
which be rode became 80 FESTIVE that the Cover
nor was thrown TO the ground, without. however,
receiving any material injury.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

TALL SHooTIse-A YANKEE WILLIAM
TELL.-There is to be shooting match in
New York next Tuesday, between two sports.
me q, for 81 900 side. They are to shoot
twenty shots each, at ten PAGES, at the line
string measurement-at the word Fine
"One." Any shot made after the word "One"!
to be considerd miss to the whole target
One Of the contestants formerly shot an apple
off mans head. The other has hit the outline
of an ordinary sized man at ten PAGES, ninety
nine in one hundred shots! That IL about the
best pistol shooting On record.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

/ O. Lock at the advertisement of B. F. Irvine
& Co. See what vast amount Of Groceries and
Provisions these gentlemen have on hand which
they offer cheap to the hungry thousands.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20
a. The Fremonters Of Indiana have tn.

g. The Fremontsrs Of Indiana have the Sc
late by three majority. The Buchananites have
the House BY large majority. Last year it was
the reverse. The Buchanan majority of the Sc
nate refused to 60 into joint ballot for United
States Sc iator, and the Fremont majority will
probably pay them back in their own coin this
winter, SO that Indiana will have no Senator after
the 4th Of March next.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

CHRISTIANITY IN TURKRY. = Since the publ:ca.
ton of the new federation law in Turkey one
hundred and sixty Christian churches have beer
repaired or constructed. The Sultan alone con.
tributed 5000 to one building. In fact, every
thing is done by him and his Government to con.
ciliste his subjects in this respect.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

The MEDICAL PROFESSION IN AusrRIA.-
According to recent statistical return. there
are now in the Austrian monarchy, 6,39S ply
sicians, $500 surgeons, $4,000 midwives, and
5000 Notwithstanding about one phy&.
clan and one surgeon to every 6 900 inhabitants
and one apothecary for every AZ, 1000.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

~ Colonel J. w. White, of Kansas, who
has been raising men and money at the South
for the Southern cause in Kansas, has decamped
with the funds, and left his men destitute and
penniless, somewhere in Georgia.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1856-12-20

GRATIFYING NEws.-The Department has order
ed that there shall be six mails per week hsre-
after to St. Paul. We hope Mr.. Walker will see
that they are brought along without delay.