The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1866-08-30
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MONDAY, August 27.-Saturiay' dis
patches by the cable state that the treaty
Of peace between Prussia, Italy, Austri,
and Bavaria hal been signed. The ces-
sion of Yenetia 10 Italy was made freely
aud unreseryedy by Austria The En-
peror Francis joseph had determined to
strengthen his empire, as well as his hold
upon the affections and loyalty Of his sub
iects by granting new constitution and
ministry to Hungary. The Empress Carr
lotta will not return to Mexico. and it is
conceded Oh all hands that the empire in
tina, couutry IS fast approaching an end.
Aivices ~ the steamship Nova Scotia
announce that the cholera is rapidly aba>
ting in Lonlon Napoleon is highly prais-
cd for his mo lcralion. The mission Of
Gen. tiantculfel to Hamburg was a COM
plete success. The empress Of Mexico
was endcayoring 70 obtain release from
the obligation Of paying what is due
france cut Of the proceeds ofthe Mexican
customs. In case Of failure it is thought
she will announce her husbands abnega-
ton Of The crown
The commissioner OF the general land
Office has decided that parties who have
made entry under the Sth section of the
homestead act of 1852, on the condition of
five years continuous settlement, have a
right. at any tine before The expiration of
that rcrIoi: to make proof Of such settles
ment up TO given day, and then pay for
the tract at 5 | % PER acre and at once get
4 title. When tract Of more than 100
acres is taken, the settler is required to
pay fer the excess in cash, and, should he
desire to change his homestead to cash
purchase, he is credited with the amount
Of such excess, and only required to pay
for 100 acres. In case party abandons
his tract, he forieits all claim to the fees,
&c. which were paid at the time Of entry
at the local land-cllice
The committee appointed by the nation>
al workingmen's congress, lately in session
at Baltimore, Md, to wait upon the Presi-
dent, and urge his influence in support of
the proposed reduction of the hours of Ia
Dor. and other matters of interest to the
workingmcn of the country. performed
their duty on Saturday last The Pres-
dent acquiesced in their views, and prom
ised his assistance.
An immense mass meeting was held in
Memphis. en- Saturday evening, at which
resolutions were adopted accepting the
action Of the Philadelphia convention. aud
indorsing the President
Extensive preparations are being made
in Philadelphia to give the president and
party fitting reception.
The President has accepted an invitation
to be present at the laying of the corner
>tcnc Of the soldiers monument at Peoria
Ill.
Adyices from jIexieo announce the sur
render Of Tampico to the liberals by the
imperial commander.
TUESDAY, August %.
The death Of Dean Richmond creates a
profound sensation ali over the country
The New York World states that his H.
ness was caused BY his unsparing labors to
accomplish the success OF the Philadelphia
convention. In all the large cities Of
New York state flags are hung at half
mast, buildings are drapcd in mourning.
and every demonstration Of respect is OF,
cred to his memory
The President and suite leave Wasing>
ton to-day on the tri p to Chicago. Secre-
tary Seward and family, Secretary Welles
and lady, Gen Grant Meade, Admral
Farragut and other distinguished persons
Will accompany him. The inequalities Of
all the large cities along the route have
been rendered him.
The President, yesterday, removed be
tween 200 and 800 radical Office holders,
and appointed conservatives in their places