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Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

II The returns from the different Town
ships are not Of as much interest as we
had hoped. Republicans have been elec
ted in a majority, but in some there was
little or no excitement, and no contending
ticket. Owing to these circumstances, We
are unable to tell any thing definite in re-
latIon to the political condition of the en-
tire county. but wherever the Republican
vote was rallied il was an increased one.-
While we are fully satisfied that Vigo
county is, at least, three or four hundred
Republican, still the election OF last Mon
day was not warmly contested in all the
Tow nships. In Harrison. where the issue
was decided and distinct. the disunion
Democracy met with humiliating defeat.
Let US buckle on the armor for October
-let US fight good fight, and there is no
douot of q glorious victory.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11
OBSERVER.


u The Lafayette Journal says the edi-
torial excursion has been postponed until
May 4tb, in order to give longer time for
preparations, as we'll as to throw the pro-
posed editorial excursion 10 Washington
into the most agreeable period Of spring.
The editorial fraternity of Baltimore, as
well as those of Washington City, are alive
with interest ofshis subject. and contem-
plate giving some special receptions to
their brethren of the quill from the West
The Mount Vernon Steamboat Company
most cordially unite with the Baltimore
and Ohio Railroad in a tender of free trips
to Mount Vernon to all persons holding
the invitation tickets. The Company
have already the names Of fifteen hundred
papers upon their invitation list. of which
nearly two hundreq and fifty are in Ohio.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

A NEGRO DEvoUREp BY A SHARK.-A ne
gro recently fell overheard from the British
steamship Saranak, on her outward pas
sage from Havana, and before he could be
rescued he met with an terrible death. The
boat got close enough to give him the end
of an oar. which he took, and said, "For
Gods sake, save me-" The men were about
to haul him into the boat. when he was
carried down by large shark, which came
up at the moment. taking the oar with him.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11
Small Potatoes.


There are scattered over some OF the
Northern States ambitious men, who, hav
ing but little individual popularity, seei
continually to produce combination o
circumstances that will give them som,
political importance. Like balky horses
they pull back when it is most desirable
they should go forward. and make them
selves conspicuous only by cloggiug the
onward progress Of events. They tide a
rode-down hobby until it is absolutely
breathless, and indicate the points in theil
political faith, by running them continu.
ally in the ground. Generally, they are
Of small calibre, contracted views, limited
mental vision, and a small stock Of general
information. They have strong prejudices
lasting resentments, great self.conceit, and
As men they are worthless, as counselors
unsafe, and as members Of party organi.
cation, drawbacks. Their motives being
always singularly selfish, they never act
for abeir counrry's good. nor espouse =
principle because il is right. In great
partisan movement, their course is deter
mined by the character of the promises
made them, and their efforts directed where
it is thought their individual interests are
mostly at stake. They love office, and
will aspire to positions they are wholly
Incompetent to I'LL, and accept any-no
difference how unimportaDt. Losing true
manhood in supreme selfishness. they are,
where ever you find them, in whatever
party or association ,disorganlzers- trouble.
some fellows.
The best thing any party can do. is to
shake all such pretending friends from il,
and compel them to remain in the market
the very place where they belong There
is no earnestness in their convictions and
no sincerity in their natures. If Office is
ever given to them, they complain because
it does not pay them better, or because
they did not get more votes. If they have
succeeded in gaining position once by a
disorganizing movement, or by low trick
cry, they resort to the same thing again
and again, and forever. until, to get free
from them, they are compelled to be
dropped. Such men attach eminent i'm
portance to their personal influence and
their political strategy. They are always
leading in a great movement. which, if the
world will just consent to stand still and
the rest of mankind remain silent and look
on, they, by their superior influence, would
bring all things right. If let alone, they
will work out great political problems
with astonishing ease, and entire satsfac-
tion to themselves. Unfortunately how
ever for their own individual welfare, no
third person has half the confidence 10
them they have in themselves, and none
regard their influence as tithe of what
they suppose it is. The best thing to do
with such men is perhaps to laugh at them.
not combat them-pity them, not censure
them-permit them to enjoy their fancied
importance, and pay little regard to their
cryings.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

CIRCLE WoRK.--We were not a little
amused yesterday at scene which oc-
Cured in The vicinity OF Holmes foundry.
A drayman had loaded long iron chin
ney on his dray to carry to the depot Of
the Z d G. r. r. In order to balance the
chimney it was laid so far forward as TO
extend beyond the horses head. just as
the horse started he caught sight Of the
load. and commenced circling to the left,
SHINING the dray and himself around like
top: the driver halloing at the top Of his
voice. "Whoa whoa stop him catch
him. i" until person seized the horse by
the rein, and quieted his fears.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

Figo county is Democratic, and il Doug
las is nominated, &c.-Journa!.
II Douglas is nominated, great many
other improbable things may happen.
Cookery is great friend to Douglas
On Wednesday he was claiming as Dem
ocratic triumph and Growing over the elec
tion of man who says he would sooner
vote for Buchanan than for Douglas, as he
thinks the latter is a heather cock. A ge-
lorious victory, Colonel
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11
indiana delegate. to chicago.


A meeting of former citizens of Indiana.
now residents of Chicago. was held on
Tuesday night. 9th inst at the law Office
of Marsh d King, rs Dearborn street, for
the purpose Of arranging accommodations
for the Indiana delegates and other citizens
of that State. attending the National Re
publican Convention.
Col. C.P.J. Arion was appointed Chair
man aud j. L. King Secretary. A Com.
mittee Is B Gookins, w ,Pesslee, G p
j Arion and j L King) was appointed to
engage hotel accommodations for the dele.
cation, aud report to an adjourned meeting.
On Thursday night, 29lh inst, the meet
ing again assembled. The committee re.
ported that it had engaged a sufficient
number of adjoining rooms for the dele.
gates at the Revere House. in all respects
one of the best hotels of the city, and at
prices not to exceed two dollars aud half
per day. This action of the committee was
approved by the meeting.
A committee wv Peaslee, Charles NJ.
Culbertson. A c B Hanueman and Samuel
Dunlap0 was appointed to engage, as far
as possible, accommodations for such other
citizens of Indiana attending the Conven-
tion as may, by previous communication
with the committee. direct the same.
Persons in Indiana, not delegates, wish
ing the services Of the COMMITTEE in euga-
ging quarters, will please address G. P. j.
Arion, the Chairman. The committee will
also, at the time of the Convention, meet
Indianians at the Revere House, and direct
them to the places secured.
Cpl ARION. Chm.
JOHN l.. KING, Sec'y.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

TIE PHILADELPHIA EsoUIRER.-Tbe pro
prietor of this mammoth sheet has changed
its form to that of the leading New York
journals 1t now makes its appearance IN
the form of the Herald and Tribune, and
is very neatly printed. 1t processes to bs
strictly Independent in the discussion Of
all topics of general interest-opPosing ex-
treme views either North or South. 1t ad
vocates the protection of our domestic
manufactures and the iron and coal liter
ssts Of Pennsylvania
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11
VOL. XIX. NO. 19

tiOn of France to the secret intrigues of the
Sandman agents, and repeats most dis
tinctly that the Emperor Francis Joseph
would not hesitate to make the greatest
sacrifices in defence Of his rights.
The Shah cfPersia is dead.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11
The Indiana MarshaIship

The Washington correspondent OF the
N. Y. Times writes that "the appointment
of English as Marshal of Indiana has pro.
dused a great fare up in the Admiuistra
ton household. A Mr.. Voorhees, called on
the President and earnestly protested a
gainst il in the name ofthe Administration
Democrats in Indiana. After he eonclu.
ded his remarks, Mr. Buchanan replied
Mr. Voorhees,, the President. | believe, sir
is vested with the appointing power, and
he has exercised il. I have no other ans
wer for you, sir Mr.. VOORHEES,, learn
svows his determination to support Doug
las, as the heaviest blow he can give back
and Senator Fitch declares his purpose mol
again TO enter the White House"
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

ELopERs TO BE FINED IN MARYLAND The
Baltimore Clipper says the new code of
Maryland says: "If any person belonging
to this State shall go out of this State. and
marry with any person belonging to this
State. without license or publication, each
of the said parties, on conviction, shall be
fined one hundred dollars"
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

p While the citizens OF Knoxville, H.,
were firing minute guns, in respect to the
memory of Governor Bissell, on the 2lst, a
premature discharge of the cannon took
place, killing Mr.. Morrow aud MIR Cyrus
Palmer, both Of whom hal families.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

13 For the coming season, the skirt will
be the most expansive part of a lady's
dress-notbing less than a fully trimmed
skirt being considered en- regale The
greater number of hsunces the better; SO,
of course, the taller lady is the finer she
can be, aud we shall not be surprised il for
this potent reason, tall ladies would be all
the fashion this summer
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

NEW 6ooDs.-An immense amount of
Dry Goods are daily arriving 10 our city.
The heaviest receivers are A. Nippert.
Ripley 4 DanaldsOn, L. Ryce d Son, Ed
sail. McDougal d 90. aud +. Nippert a
Dunn. These are ell first class houses,
and are doing first class business. Their
advertisements win be found in the Ex.
press, l ra
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11


MoEE NoS-ISTERvKSrIos.- by the
depot yesterday afternoon We observed q
train of beautiful new cars arrive at the
station. There were two passenger cars
for the New Orleans, Jackson and Gres,
Northern Railroad, and two sleeping cars
for the Mississippi Central Railroad
They were built at Dayton. Ohio, by Bar
ney d Parker, and are magnificent speci
mems of Northern mechanical skill.
We hope our friends in the South will
learn from this that we, their brethren ia
the North, have more profitable employ
ment to occupy their time than in either
stealing or catching their "niggers." We
have, however, few Democrats left, who
are perfectly ready and willing to engage
in the latter business, at least.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

Lance SALE OF NEesoEs.-A sale Of 50
negroes, IL of whom were children. belong
ing to R. Peyson Harrison, Of Cumberland
county. Va, took place few days since.
bringing $50 2.474.OO. One hand brought
SI ,025.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

IL The Journal is going 70 have ee,tiE.
Gates made TO prove that the election Of
Judge Chamberlain in Lost Greek was
giant Democratic victory.
cratic victories known henceforward
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

HONEY 0REEK.--At the election in Honey
Greek Township on Msnday. the Republi-
cans elected their candidate, Mr. Jordon.
by l2 majority. Last year the vote was a
tie. The campaign Of 1860 opens brightly
for the Democracy--very.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

T The Democracy were "cleaned out"
at Terre Hauie in the election on Monday
last--Putaam Banner.
Not much cleaned, Chris. They are just
ss dirty as ever. Nothing bat another
food will ever was them from their iui
guities,
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

IL A large aud enthusiastic meeting Of
The Republicans OF Prairieton Township
was held at the School House in Prairieton
on Thursday evening. The house was
crowded, aud groups Of eager listeners
were around the door and windows. Gel.
I. II. Nelson did justice to the subject and
the occasion 10 brilliant speech Of two
hours length. which vas listened TO with
almost breatbless attention from beginning
10 end. He was followed by A. B. Crane,
Esq who made an incontrovertible argu
ment against the "Dred Scott decision" :"
A club was organized. and the following
officers were elected:
President-Wm. r. Bentley
Secretary. A. Foote.
Treasurer--Joshua Durham.
The Club adjourned until Thursday
evening. the 18th inst, wher speakers
will be present, and another reviving sea
son may be expected.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

CLOSE CALcuLATING.-The local of the
Journal is "schollard," evidently. lie
cyphers it right out that the Democrats
have majority in this county. You cy
phered out the same "sum" last fall year
when we beat your patent champion nearly
400 votes; aud again last year, when we
beat you equally as bad. But if Douglas
is only nominated --ah, Jeemes
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

FoRGERY.-Yesrerdsy afternoon young
man named Lewis presented an order for
i4,65 at the counting room of Messrs. Top
ping 4 Co, lumber dealers. which proved
favor of Lewis, and purported to have been
signed by Mr.. Cheek whe owns Saw
Mill east of this city. The forgery was
soon detected and Lewis was arrested by
Constable Miller aud taken before Justice
Duy, who after an examination committed
him for trial
II was said he had tried the same game
on a wagon maker. but without success.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11
FROM BOSTON.

BOSTON, hprii %.
Silas Carleton, deputy Sergeant-at-Arms
ofthe U s Senate, Watson Freeman, dep.
uty U S. Marshal and Messrs. Hollidge
and Farleton appeared before Justice Ball
TO day, a. Concord, charged with assault
aud attempt to kidnap Frank B. Ssnborn.
They waive an examination and gave bail
in $4,000 each to appear for trial at the
next term OF court.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

DAwsoN's FoRr WAYNE TIxKs.-We arc
glad to again see this paper on our table.
NJ. Dawson is man Of talent aud energy
Although but recently burned out, his in
domitable enterprise has enabled him al
ready to make his appearance again before
the public with larger sheet and with a
renewed determination to succeed. Such
energy and enterprise not only command
respect, but also success. You have our
best wishes, brother Dawson.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

BURNED DowS-we learn that the old
Saw Mill which was fred on yesterday
morning, was during the day yesterday
entirely consumed. We did not learn
whether from remains of the former FIRE, or
from a new ignition.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11


DRues, PAIsrs, GLASS, ETC We looked
ever the large establishment or our enter
prising young friends, the Messrs. Barr,
corner Of Vebesh and Fourth streets, day
or two since, and were sstonished at its
exten: asd completeness. Their stock Of
every thing pertaining to their branch OF
business is immensely large and Varied
The whole building from cellar 10 gsrret
is crowded with their recent Spring pur.
chases. Drugs in endless variety; Liquors
of the purest qualities and best brands
Oils Of every species; Paints of every de-
scriptiOn; Burning Fluids and Coal Oil,
and Glass aud Glassware, in almost fabu-
lous quantities. We would call the stten
tion of builders especially 10 their immense
stock Of Window Glass, Of all sizes, from
6xl0 10 30x50, which is Of the finest and
most transparent quality.
We are glad to witness the success which
has rewarded the enterprise, energy and
correct business habits Of these energetic
young men. They are worthy Of all con.
fdencs aud the most liberal pslronaes.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

Losr CsEEK.-it was reported as an ex-
cuse for the Democracy voting for Judge
Chamberlain. in Lost Greek Township, on
Monday last, that the Judge had declared
on the morning OF the election that he
would vote the Democratic ticket. We
have the authority Of Judge Chamberlain
himself for saying that the charge is wholly
false. Now the fact simply is. that there
was split amsng the Republicans Of Lost
Creek, number of them desiring to re-
elect the Judge-wbo, by the way. is well
fitted for the office-while others wanted
a new man. The Democracy. ever ready
to ignore their principles fer the sake Of
an apparent victory, Withdrew their candi.
date and voted for Chamberlain, with the
few Americans and Republicans who de-
sired his elsetinn-s number by the way,
We are informed, sufficient to have defeated
Chamberlain. The Democracy, knowing
that their victories will grow small aud
few this season, claim this as glorious
cictOry. For the comfort Of our neighbors
Of the journal. We would add that Judge
Chamberlain has no Douglas proclivities.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11
WASHINGTON ITEMS.

AsAiAGIoSs Aprii y.
Semi-oficial advices from Vera Cruz
state 10 addition to what has been pub
lisded that the Liberals defeated the 4th
regiment OF cavalry belonging to Mirsmou
on the 5th ult. 10 miles west Of Jalapa.
taking their horses. arms and smmuni-
ton.
Gen. Villalbs, Liberal. had defeated 500
Reactionists at San Martin, taking horses
and cannon with considerable quantities
of arms and ammunition.
Gen. Pulbleta. Liberal. was besiegiug
the factionists at Hueyapam. so miles north
of Mexico.
The city of Paebla was threatened by
the combined forces of Villalba. Alalesle
and Carvajal; several letters state that the
city had already been taken, but this needs
confirmation.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

DoUeLAs RErUDIATED AT HozE-Coles
Coanty, Illinois. has been redeemed from
Democracy. She has been Democratic
since 1855. Republican majority this year
800.
Linder was brought from Chicago but
couldn't save her. Ficklin, Scofield Of
CLARK, A. @. Jones, and Brewer Of Cum
benland, threw themselves in the breach,
to no avail. Three cheers for old Coles.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

a We did think II singular that osly
the 3's aad Hook & Ladders were at the
fire on Thursday night We never knew
the lively 2's absent before
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

DIED.--At the residence Of his brother
Joseph 5. Jenekes, yesterday at O'Clock
P. NJ. Judge JOHS JESoKEs. ia the 10th
year Of his age.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

U Mr.. Secretary Cobb in concluding
his recent letter, Withdrawing his name
from he Charleston Convention gives nj.
terance to the following iamentation
In common with our brethren of the
South, We approach a contest involving
the issues of life aud death Fanaticalaud
unscrupnlOus enemies. leagued together in
a political organization, malignant in its
purposes, under leader worthy In every
respect OF his associates and followers
threaten to take possession of the Federal
Government.
Without stopping to correct the misrep-
reservations of the character and purposes
ofthe enemies of Democracy, we take great
pleasure in informing the honorable gen.
tlenan that there is party of Union low
ing patriots called Republicans, in the
North, who not only "threaten to take pos.
session of the Federal Government" but
will carry that threat into execution, on
the 4th day of next March and will hang
any disunion traitor that attempts by VIC
lcnce to resist it.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

~ The library Of the late William Z.
Barton, Of New York, comprises more thar
twenty thousand volumes Of rare books
II is 70 be sold during the month Of Qcto
Der next.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

PExsAcorA. Fla. March ;.
The sloOp Of war Savannah has arrived
here. from Vera Cruz the goth ult. Her
sdvices are that Mirsmon was fstrestine.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

MoRE or THE SAME soRT.--In Putnam
County. six Townships elected Republican
Opposition officers, FIVE elected Democrats
Gresncastle Tow nship elected the entire
Rspublicsn ticket.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

Buchanan and Douglas Democracy won't
"go down."--Pat. Banner.
II it had its deserts, it would 90 up,
with rops attached.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1860-04-11

RHoDE IsLASp.--It should be source of
proud satisfaction TO our neighbors over
the Post Office the immense influence Of
Rhode Island will be brought TO bear on
the Charleston Convention. and that her
almost countless Electoral vote will be cast
next fall, perhgFs-in favor of the mighty
giant of the Sucker State. Amazing isn't
it Z Who is Sprague 7 give us his history
for the last three or four years.
, 1860-10-12

Readers Of the HERALD in SteilacoOm were
cogniEant Of all that transpired in connection
with the late professional visit of Miss Susan
Robinson, and will therefore appreciate without
explanation the following wcll-written poem on
the subject; but an explanatory remark is ne.
eessary to enable readers elsewhere to under
stand it. 1t should be known, then, that our
very vcrdant and susceptible young bachelors
and widowers, military, naval and civil, sus-
taned various degrees Of mental arrangement
by the presence Of Miss Susan Robinson, the
accomplished young actress, and Wed with each
other in paying her the homage Of their hearts
aud purses during her stay here. While some
were only slightly affected with the general
malady, others present cases calling for our
sympathy, for they are thought to have become
hoPelessly non oompOs meiltiS. As the object Of
their worship did not come here for husband,
Of course she went as she came--free to follow
the bent Of her inclination. The poem below,
we believe, emanates from one Of the love-sick
swains, who seems to derive some little comfort
and consolation from the fact that he is not alone
in the disappointment Of his hopes and aspira-
tionS