Clarksville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1865-1867, 1867-04-26
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WASHINGTON, April 20,-The Senate doors
being temporarily opened, Mr.. Sumner sub
mitted the following resolution, proposing
the good offices of the United States he
tween the contending parties of Mexico
Whereas, AS the Republic of Mexico,
.hough relieved from the. presence of for
eign enemy by the final withdrawal of the
French troops, continues to be couvulsed by
bloody civil war, in which Mexicans are
ranged on opposite sides; and,
Whereas, The United State are bound by
neighborhood and republican sympathies to
do all in their power for the welfare of the
Mexican people, and this becomes more ur-
gent in the recent condition of affairs, where
each party is emtittered by protracted con-
fiict; therefore be it go"
Resolped, That IT is proper for the Gov
eminent of the United States acting in the
interests of humanity and civilization, to
tender its good offices, by way Of mediation
between the contending parties of the Re
public OF Mexico, in order to arrest deplor-
able civil war and obtain the establishment
Of republican government on the feunda-
ton of peace and security. t''
Mr.. Henderson gave notice that he intend
ed to offer as substitute:
| Resolved, by the Senate Of The United
States, That in case Macmillan shall see
fit, at an early day to abdicate his authority
in Mexico and signify desire to withdraw
himself and his foreign troops, to the end
that the civil war be terminated the Senate
would he gra'ifed that tie President would
tender the good offices of the American
Government 10 secure, at the hands of the
Republican Government of Mexico, for the
native followers of Macmillan, such kind
and humane treatment as should character
lie the conduct of civilized warfare.
The resolution and proposed substitute
were laid on the table and ordered TO be
printed. V
I Mr.. Cole, of California, submitted the fol-
lowing, which lies over for consideration.
Whereas, A misunderstanding exists be-
tween Prussia and France, springing ont of
the ownership of the Grand Duchy Of Lux
emburg, and war between these powers is
imminent; therefore
Resolped, That the President of the United
States be requested to offer friendly media
ton to the end that cffusion Of blood
avoided.
New York, April 2o.-President John
son has accepted an invitation from the citi-
liens of Raleigh to lie present there about
the middle of May, at the laying Of the cor
ner-stone of the monument in memory Of
the Presidents father. He will be accom-
panied by Mr.. Seward and one or two others
of the Cabinet. He will 60 via Richmond,
and extend his trip further South.
New ORLEANS April 20. Another ere
vase occurred at West Baton Rouge. The
extent of s:the damage is not reported
The greater part of Louisiana is overflow
ed, and there is mucd suffering in conse-
quence.
SAVANNAH, GA, April 2l.-Frisbee h Mea-
sons cotton warehouse was destroyed by fire
last night. From 500 to coo bales of cotton
were bnrned. No insurance on the building.
p. II. Beher loses 800 bales, which were in-
sured for $4,000. Frisbee & Meason's loss is
! 10000; insured for $4,000 A dwelling
house adjoining was also destroyed no in
surance Total loss 100000. Three fire.
men were injured, but not seriously.
LEAvENwoRrn, April 20.-The Missouri
river is higher than since 1914, and is still
rising. Two miles of the Pacific Railroad,
between Wyandotte and Kansas City, have
been abandoned. The Omaha Union Pacific
road is covered with water, andb will be
several weeks before trains can run through
VIENNA, April 2l.-The Vienna Post, an
official organ of the Austrian Government,
In an editorial on the relations between
Prussia and France counsels its readers not
to put too much faith in the preservation OF
the peace Of Europe.
u LONDON, April 2l.-Mr. Gladstone has
written letter in which he virtually resigns
the leadership of the Liberal party.
New YoRK, April 22.--Per Brenun the
Paris correspondent of the London Times
gives rumor that Marshall and McMahan
/. have been sent for. The French government,
? has sent an energetic note TO Prussia on the
Luxembourg question, and certain officers Of
Pits staff have been sent in mission to Rhine
The people believe France is drifting into a
: war. There is general stagnation in bust
ness, and the spirit of the commercial and
: industrial enterprise is especially paralyzed
The Etendard draws the conclusion that
: Luxembourg must be evacuated by Prussia
OF after brief delay there will be war
The most strenuous efforts are making to
supply the French army with breech-loaders
One hundred and fifty thousand are ready tc
to be served out within month.
1t Is reported, also, that the army Of Ly-
ons viii hold itself 10 readiness.
Notwithstanding the rumors and panic for
a time on the bourse, the Marquis Moustier
stated to the French Legislative body, by OF
der OF the Emperor, that The government has
only oeen'orought 10 the CONSIDERATION o.
the Luxemo9urg question oy desire OIL con