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Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

Dog Training.-A hopeful youth, who was
the owner of a young bulI-tarrier, was one day
training the animal in the art of being ferocious,
and wanting some animated object to set the
dog upon, his daddy, after considerable persua-
sion, conse nted to get down upon all tours and
make fight with Mr. Bull. Young America be-
gan to urge on the dog-"sister>boy-seize
him." ETC, and at length the dog "made a Dip
and got a good hold upon the old mans pros
bossis, and get the dog off he couldn't. So he
began TO cry out with the pain caused by the
fangs of the dog. "Grin and bear it, old man"
shouted the young scapegrace; "grin and bear
it.--lwM be the maxim Of the pup"
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

The Weather.--We have had frequent and
copious showers during the week. At the pre-.
sent time of writing Friday morning. a steady
rain ia falling, with good prospect that it will
continue for some time. This will doubtless
give the planters the full quota that they de-
sired for the inVigorating Of their fields, and
place their crops in as fourishing condition as
they could have desired. 1t has been the MAJ
king of their potatoes and late corn, while the
sugar cane must have been greatly benefited.
But those have suffered who have commenced
pulling their fodder.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

Emerson's Unit d States Mqgaaine.-We
have been favored by the publishers with the
July number Of this beautiful magazine, the
commencement of a new volume. which con-
tains the opening chapters Of an elaborate ori.
ginal Life Of George Washington" to be IL
Illustrated with several hundred engsavings.--
This, with the great humorous. historical work
OF "MaJor Jack Downing" also profusely il
iustrated, and its many other brilliant features,
cannot fail to make the present a magnificent
volume. Price 50 per annum. Nj. ALFRED
sPRAGUF OF this town, we believe, is agent
for this work. We trust that we will receive
it regularly.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

1--WE are under obligations to Mr.. P. He
gins, steamboat agent, for a copy Of the con-
stitution, bylaws, &c, of the Agricultural and
Mechanics Fair Association for the State of
Louisiana. We shall notice this subject at
length on some future occasion, as it is one of
great Importance, tending to enhance the ins
terests and honorable ambition of not only tie
citizens of each parish in their individual capa~
city, but to elevate State pride and to push
forward State prosperity; besides the moral
and social advantage Of weaving the public
mind from undue political excitement-from
that distracted state in which it now is ana
has been for a long time-and unite closer
those bonds Of friendly intercourse and good
feeling among men which give happiness to
the heart, and peace and yigor to the nation.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

That Serendde.--We were awakened from
our sleep at a late hour in the early part Of the
week BY certainly a specimen of the sweetest
vocal music that we ever r~ecollect TO have
heard. Who did sing Nelly Dale? has been
the question ever since. We regret exceed
ingly that our stock Of stimulants and other
good things was just out, and that we had to
endure the modification of having our friends
depart dry. We trust that we will be better
prepared ners time for such complimentary
visits.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

Inauguration, Walker, says the True
Dsha of Monday, accompanied by Col. Slater
of this city, took his departure for Mobile to-
day, on a tour devoted to the purpose of rous.
ing up the hearts of the people, between that
point and Richmond, Va, to furnish the ssh
news of war; which he needs to 90 back and
consummate the task he has undertaken of
AmericaniziOg Nicaragua. 1t is his intention
we understand, to stop at all the principal ins
termediate points long enough to kindle the
fire of southern patriotism in each place, and
we have no doubt the enthusiasm of Col.
Slater will prove a valuable auxiliary to the
cause Of the General, and that success will
crown their exertions during this tour. A
large proportion of the "material aid" neces-
sary for the new expedition has been already
secured, and it is confidently expected that
the amount still wanting will be raised with
out difficulty through Alabama, Georgia, North
and South Carolina and Virginia, under the
the direct appeals of Gen. Walker himself.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25
ADVERTISEMENT
2S NEGR0 q CURED.

AND A COTTON CROP SAVED!
The following unsolicited letter from a Sou
thern gentleman and planter, is of universal
interest:
CLAYTON, Ala, March Is, 1856.
DR.. RHODES Dear Sir-In justice to you l
make this statement Of facts. Your Fever and
Ague Medicine is without doubt the best article
ever put forth for the cure Of that troublesome
disease. On my plantation were Twenty Eight
cases in the month Of October, mostly my cotton
pickers. tried q%uinine; it had no positive effect.
began to despair Of saving my cotton crop. My
n%eighbor, Mr.. John H.. Miller, had tried your
medicine he told me to get it, and l Immediately
commenced using it; my hands took it without
losing a day, and got well almost with the first
dose. It worked like a Charm. | never in my
life have seen anything to operate so sanitiYely..
l sent to Columbus, Ga, and got a fresh supply.
and shall never be without it, if | can find it in
the country. Very Respectfully. Yours,
THOMAS EFORD.
De Wits Pain Relieuer is the only sure
cure for all external and internal pain.
w. B. CHAPLIN, General Agent, Providence,
Rhode Island
For sale by all druggists generally. je2O-3m
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25
Minister to Brazil.

We observe a telegraphic despatch in the
New Orleans papers, stating that the President
had appointed RICHARD K. MEADE, of Virginia
Minister Plenipotentiary to Brazil. Did those
papers know the gentleman and his history as
well as we do, they would agree with US in
considering the appointment in some respects a
remarkable one, and that the career of Mr..
MEADE up to the present time has been equal
ly remarkable. From his boyhood, with the
exception Of a few short interims of time, he
has been engaged in the service of his country,
and from present appearances he is likely TO
die in it.
Mr.. MEADE has no political history he was
a Lieutenant in the Navy, but dropped" or
dismissed by the late Navy Board. Nothwith-
standing, we consider that he is, or was in
1886, one of the most gallan! officers in the
service--yet he was frequently in difficulties,
arising out of a proud and sensitive disposition,
which, although (like poor Alvarado HUNTER)
it would have made him a hero in time of war,
did nothing but keep him in shot water" in
times Of peace.
Mr.. BUCHANAN has we'll rewarded Mr.
MEADE for the stigma cast upon him by the
Navy Board, and the appointment is in itself a
severe commentary upon the general action of
that Board. 1t would be a little singular if
the man-of.war which carries Mr.. MEADE to
his present elevated sphere of action should be
commanded by one of those who were instrus
mental in dismissing him from the Navy.
Mr.. NJ. is a gentleman of fine accomplish
ments. He is a nephew of our present Minis
lister to England--which, by the by, may &C
count in a great measure for the milk in the
cocoanut."
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25
PLAQUEMTNE:
Saturday, July as, 8 :

UWe refer the reader and the travelling
public to the card of the Anna PEREZ, Capt,
EQUALIZER, a neU boat and an old commander
an association which passengers at least are
always pleased to meet with. We speak from
experience when We say that travellers on this
boat las on all boats commanded hitherto by
Capt. L. receive the kindest attentions Of her
officers, while they are served with fare which
equals that Of our best packets.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

GThrough the exertions of the "Southen
Matron," the sum of twelve hundred dollars
was contributed in Charleston, S. c., on the
4th of July, for the Mount Vernon Fund
Exchange.
Glad to hear it. Through a suggestion of the
"Somhern Sentinel" the sum Of two hundred
thousand dollars or more was contributed at
various times and places in the Union, for the
Washington National Monument Fund. IF no.
body else will tell of ii, we'll tell Of it ourself
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

Arthar's Home Magozine--This MAGAZINE
Tor August we have received. and a. we have
done repeatedly before, take great pleasure in
recommending it for public patronage. II i
embeilished each month with q fne staal j..
craving, besides the fashions: and it, taIos
and other articles are of the highest order of
merit. 1t is published III PbiladeInbia j. ~
low price Of So per annum.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25
uGov. Wise, Of Virginia, it is said, will
write a letter TO the Southern States, APPROX,
ing Of Gov. Walkers course.

Editors Figghting.-A teIegraphic despatch
= 'ne p'cay"ne from Louisville, states that d
Hsas 800 agae took place in that city on Tuesday
'ass between Prentice Of the Journal and Dnr,
lsss q 10e Courier. Prentice attacked Dur
fe'' 70 consequence Of an article in the Couri-
eF- Several shots were exchanged, and pren~
tice was slightly wounded in tbe H. 49,
slider was also wounded.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

GHon. T. G. Davidson, Elk. NJ. C. and as
pirant for further honors in the same line, vis~
tied our town, the early part of this week and
remained here some two or three days. His
reception was not marked by any enthusiasm
that we could see. We believe he has gone
down the river.
He has no idea of declining his "quesiona-
bic nomination"--no he.-Lake Providence
Herald, 18th.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

Punishment for Manslaughter.-In Colum>
bia, S. c., n court of magistrates, on Thursday
convicted Evans, a negro, of the manslaugh.
ter of another negro, and sentenced him to
three hundred and sixty Iashes, six months i'm
prisonment, and transportation.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

u Godsy's Lady's Book, for August, is bes
fore us, containing its usual variety of inter-
esting reading, and its usual number of en-
cravings of one kind or another. No lady
should be without this valuable Magazine, now
the Oldest of any in the Union. We Judge
that its worth is fully appreciated by being
asked so often to loan it. Shame, don't Dor,
row, but subscribe for it at once.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

nThe State Auditor of Kentucky has re,
ceived returns from 48 counties of the number
Of hogs assessed, by which it appears there is
an excess Of $4,000 over the previous year.
This includes little less than half the State.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25
GIt is rumored that Col. Forney's new pa
per, in Philadelphia, will advocate the claims
of Mr.. Secretary Cobb to the Presidency.

zion the 4th, the c~onvicts in tie Indiana
State prison were treated to a celebration. A
sumptuous dinner, an Grafton by one of the
c~onvicts in the morning, a dance after dinner
and a second grafton, full of the star spangled
banner, liberty, &C., were among the items Of
the programme.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

UThe Gazette of last week contains a call
for a meeting in this town on the 1st of Au-
gust, to take into consideration the present
difficulties in this Congressional district. The
card is signed by a number of Democrats who
are opposed to the election of T. G. DAv1D-
SON.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

Great Gain in the Catholic Church.--We
learn from the "Lafourche, (La.) Union," the
following statistics of the increase Of the Cath>
ole Church in New Orleans ond vicinity:
Archbishop Blanc confirmed in New Orr
leans on Sunday Oath uIt., CT persons at the
Church of the immaculate Conception, 81 at
the CarroIton Church and lO7 at st. Jospeh's.
On Tuesday the 28th he confirmed in the
Church of st. Augustin ll8 persons, most of
whom had Just made their first communion.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

1--WE learn that no less than thirty-one
negroes have disappeared from the ~neighbor-
hood of Fort Adams within the past month
They have either ran away or been stolen.--
Concordiz IntelLgencer, 90 ut.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

1.-THE Courier de Hapre states that no A.
VIII enter . room in which q wreath of walnut
leaves has been hung up. The experiment i
worth trying.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

TOur town and vicinity continues in its
usually healthy condition, as far as we can
perceive. What sickness there is seems prin-
cipally among children.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25

GA curious juxtaposition of names occur
red at Lowell, Massachusetts, some twenty
years ago. There were six physicians in the
town--two of them bore the name of Tooth
aker, two Pillsbury, and the other two that of
Graves.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25
FOREIGN ITEMS,

On the second trial, Gen. C~avaignac
was elected a member of the Legislative body
of France, from one of the districts of Paris,
by a handsome majority. His election, it is
thought, will thwart in more respects than one
the designs of the Emperor.
The Spanish and Mexican difficulties
are yet unsettled.
THE intentian of the French Govern.
ment to send free blacks into Martinique was
warmly opposed by the Council General.
Several Europeans have been slaught-
cred in Tunis for Disappearing Mahomedanism'
and there was great excitement in consequence.
In the British Parliament, Roebuck's
motion to abolish the Irish Lord Liutenancy
defeated by a large majority,
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25
New Orleans and OpelOusas.

WEEKLY PACKET
WILL ATTEND TO ALL WAY BUSINESS.
,ff@@m@h The new steamer ANNA PER
s&&AESaES' RET, G. E. LoUAILLER, Master,
5Zzbuilt expressly for the trade lin
place of the steamer VIM. c. Young,) will pass
Plaquemine on her downward trip. Returning,
leaves New Orleans every Wednesday at S P. N.
She will take freight Tor Old River, simmspoEt,
or passage apply on board. Agents
]. NJ. JOHNSON & Co, 8 Front Levee,
jy25 near Customhouse st.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1857-07-25
NEWS IN BRIEF.

delegation Of the Kaw Indians is at pre-
sent in Washington, seeking the protection of
their Gfeat Father from the encroachments of
the whites.
The Southern Commercial Convention
is about converting at Knoxville, Tenn.
"A large number of Mormons are re.
turning from Utah, Disguised with Brigham
and his laws.
~ mar named John A. Quitman was
fined $40 in New Orleans a few days since, for
getting drunk and disturbing the peace. What
dissertation Of a great name!
THE Democrats of Last Baton Rouge
Rouge have nominated Granville NJ. Pierce
and Henry E. Sales for Representatives in the
Legislature.
THE Lake Superior Journal o. the 4th
inst. announces the Lake clear of ice!
Only 167 young men have received the
degree of A. NJ. from the University of Virs
GINA since its foundation.
THE odious Election Law Of New Or.
leans is now in a state of suspension, owing
TO an injunction got out by the Mayor.
THE political excitement in this Com
gressional District still RACES ferceIy.
1t is asserted that Flour will be cheaper
this fall than it has been known for years.
We are glad to hear il, God knows.
1t is positively asserted by those who
are acquainted with the views of the people,
that Oregon will be a slave State.
"A Catholic Church is in process of coma
s~truction in Norfolk, Va, that is to cost $780,.
900.
-OprrCN T-raY
Oroville daily Butte record. [volume] (Oroville, Butte County, Calif.) 1856-1858, 1857-02-25
DESPERATE SHOOTING AFFAIR In SOUTH

DESPERATE SHOOTING AFFAIR In SoUTH-
ERN OREGoN.-The Jacksonville Sentinel,
of January oath, gives the following account
of a shooting affair which took place.
On Sunday, the 18th instant, Jacksonville
was the scene of great excitement About
o'clock Z. NJ, as A. j. Driskell was cross
ing the street from Drummer & Bro store
to the bakery, II l.. Williams stepped out of
the market house between the bakery and
the Ell Dorado, and taking n rest against a
post, exclaimed to Mr. DENLY, who had stop
ped and was speaking to MIR. Driskell, near
the middle of the street, to :" get out OF the
way" and Immediately fired one barrel of a
double barreled shot gun loaded with buck
shot-fve of the balls striking Driskell in
front and passing through the intestnes,
LODGED in the back Driskell turned, run a
few PAGES and fell he Immediately got up,
drew a revolver and commenced firing at
Williams, who was running across the street
o. Maury & Davis corner; he fired four shots
uone of them taking effect. After Williams
reached position where he was protected
by Maury s. Davis, brick store, he crawled
back to the corner, with his shotgun in the
position of IA man slipping on to a deer for a
shot Driskell had then gone into Brun-
ners ore. Williams then ran to Davis x
Tayors livery stable, where he had his
horse alread sadded, and mounted and rode
off in the direction of Apologize lie was
followed to Applegate, and there the chase
was given up No 1urther effort to take him
has been made Driskell fingered in great
pain until Thursday night, when he died of
his wounds. The deceased was from Sanga.
mon county, Illinois, and has for the last two
years been in the mines in Josephine county.
Driskell had stated that Williams and others
we're connected with band of horse thieves,
from somewhere in California to the Dales,
in Oregon. We are informed that Williams
was seen riding along the road in the direct
ion of Yreka, on the south side OF the Slskl-
you mountain, on Tuesday last. lie is no
doubt in Yreka, making preparations to
start to Sonora. Before DriskelPs death, his
affidavit was taken by Justice Hoffman,
which duplicates a number OF men as being
connected with band of horse thieves.
Oroville daily Butte record. [volume] (Oroville, Butte County, Calif.) 1856-1858, 1857-02-25

THE GOLDEN AGE ALL RIGHT 1t will be
recollected that the above fine steamship
broke her SHIFT on her last trip from Pana-
ma, and that it was feared it could not be
replaced in this country. The Benicia Her.
aid of Saturday, says, however, that this
mammoth piece of iron work is now COM
pleted, and ready fer tn, finish and polish
ing touch, which will be given in few days.
This is the heaviest piece of iron work ever
commenced in this State. The shaft, before
it was broken, weighed eighteen tons. 1t
was at first supposed the pieces of the shaft
could be welded together, which was tried,
but the project failed, and it was abandoned.
1t was then proposed to lengthen it by weld
ing blooms to the shaft, which has succeeded
admirably.
Oroville daily Butte record. [volume] (Oroville, Butte County, Calif.) 1856-1858, 1857-02-25
Sonora.

An item in the Extraordinary, paper
published at the city of Mexico, of late
date, conveys the impression that Gen.
Bancarte and forces are acting in concert
with the expedition which sailed from Cali
fornia recently, under the direction of Mr..
Crabb A letter from Gen. Blancarte to n
gentleman in the city of Mexico, states that
the population of Sonora, are anxiOusly
looking for an expedition to assist them in
declaring and maintaining their indepen-
dence Most of the large landed proprietors
were endeavoring to sell their land to Amer
leans. Sonora has long been disconnected
with the government of Mexico, Gandara
having held his position of Governor in def
ance of the Supreme Government, having
actually driven out a rival who had been
regularly appointed by Santa Anna.
The latest news Of Mr.. Crabb's movements
is that he landed at San Diego with his COM
pany of Adventures, and that he had
doubled the number Of his followers before
reaching the Mexican lines. Other compa-
MES will leave for the purpose of joining him,
in the course of the coming month.
Oroville daily Butte record. [volume] (Oroville, Butte County, Calif.) 1856-1858, 1857-02-25

Any promisory note, bond, inland bill Of
exchange or writing obligatory for the pay
ment of moneys, either appointed or by way
OF penalty for the sum of - dollars and
over, except sight checks or certificates of
deposite payable on demand, or of official
bonds, given in the probate Court, or in any
civil or criminal action or process whatever
lone half of the rate duty imposed on for
eign bills of exchange
Any deed. conveyance, mortgage, agree
ment or contract affecting creating, destroy
ing changing or relasng any interest in real
estate, except wills and testamentary dispO-
sitions, one dollar.
Any license to practice or certificate of
admission of any attorney at law granted by
any court in this State, $40. Any receipt or
discharge for or on account OF any estate or
legacy descended by Jaw or testamentary
instrument to any person other than the di-
rect ascending or descending line of the de-
ceased, or other than the widow or husband,
nc half the duty laid on foreign bills of ex-
Change Amy policy of assurance contract,
or instrument in the nature thereof, upon
any house, factory, machinery, ship, steamer
or vessel of any description; any goods,
wares, or merchandise, or any life insurance
the same rates of duty as bills of exchange,
&c