Crawfordsville Review, Crawfordsville, Montgomery County, 1 April 1854 — Page 2

THE REYIEW.

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SATURDAY MOIiNLNG, APRIL 1, 1S54.

1' 1UXTED AN"ill'UBL1SIIED EVERY SATUR I»AY MORNING BY *^CHAS. II. BOWEN fc B. F. STOVER.

RTThe ('rnH'fordtvillc Review, fnrni*hrd to Subscribers at tl,SO in advance, or if not paid within the year.

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LARGER TJIAN ANY PAPER PUBLISHED IN Cr«wford«vilIe! ». Advertiser!, call up ami examine our.list of &T SUBSCRIBER?. All kinds of JOB WORK done to order.

To Advertisers.

Evcrv advertisement liutuk'l in for publication. MionMlia vi wriu-n upon it. tlif- number of tinu-.s the advertiser wishes itinxnrto'l. If not so statcd.it will inserted until ordered ont, and charged accord!NE'Y- hi- ,.

Wo wish it distinctly unlcrrtoc..l. tliat *.ve have now the RKFT and the LAKUKMT .'isfort-nient of NEW nnd FANCY Jor.TvpF.cver hrr-Ujjht to th.s place. We insist on tho^c wishinp work done to call up. nnd wc will show them our assortment of typs. cuts, itc. Wc have got them and no mistake. Work done on short noticc, and on reasonable tonus.

JOB PRINTING.

*,4 As it is now about the time when Merchants nnd others arc wishing to have,. Circulars. Card*. Posters. «fcc.. printed, wo would rcsjectfullv call their attention to our extensive assortment o^ tvpe. All work executed at short notice and at tlie lowest priccs. Cull and sec our facilities for doing work.

,k' DEMOCRATIC STATE CONVENTION. At a meeting of the Democratic State Central Cnmmittec. held in Indianapolis on Thursday, February the 2nd. 1 £54, it was unanimously

KKPnr.vni, That a Democratic State Convention 1o heM in the city of Indianapolis on Wednesday, the'i-lth of May uevt, at 10 o'clock A. M. for the purpose of nominating candidates for the following otHces. viz: Secretary of State, Auditor of State, Treasurer of State, and Superintendent of Public Instruction: and that the xcvcral counties in the State ho requested to send one delegate for every Two hundred Dcmo-ratic votes given at the Presidential election of 1S.V2, and also OIK additional delegate for every fractional vote over one hundred. PKOVIOKD, That every county shall be entitled to at lea.-t two delegates. W. J. BROWN.

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Chairman State (.'en. Com.

J. B. NORMAN, Secretury.

f&T 0 wing to an unusual rush of job work, we have been delayed one day in lie issue of our paper.

?. ggg* TI,c statement that the reference of the Nebraska Bill to the Committee of the Whole virtually kills it, originated with the New York Tribune, and has been echoed by the lesser lights of whiggery all over the country. It is wholly without foundation. A mere majority instead of two-thirds govern the action of the House in the Committee of the Whole. The same vote that can pass the bill can lay aside otherbusiness, and take it up.

it5T Our readers will please notice the advertisement of Mr. J. P. CAMPBELL.— Mis entire stock of Spring and Summer goods have been received and opened for inspection. We will venture the assertion, that a larger and belter assortment of dry goods and groceries have never been brought to Crawfordsville. Mr. CAMPHKLL'S reputation as a merchant and salesman, is loo well known in our county to need any encomiums from us. Among his able and eflicienl clerks, who will assist him during the coming season in supplying the wants of that host of customers whose patronage Mr. C., has always enjoyed, we would mention the name of WM. S. GALEV, whose staid, yet jovial countenance, coupled with that kindness of manner, so characteristic of the man, has won for him troops of friends, who admire and appreciate the many fine qualities that adorn his person. Mr. COLLETT, familiarly known to our citizens as "STEPHEN*," and whose gallantry has been the theme of conversation among tlie Misses of our town and country, will bo highly pleased to exhibit to the ladies, magnificent dress goods of the finest texture and most costly patnrr.s, gorgeous ribbons, with hues rivaling the rainbow, or the gilded sunset of a summer's eve—superb laces of every description, embracing some with a texture and delicacy equal to a spider's web, together with innumerable fancy articles of every description, all of which, STEPHEN will take pleasure in showing to his female acquaintances and the ladies in general. In conclusion, we would state that Mr. RERAN, who is universally known to our citizens as an industrious, trustworthy young man, will be at his post, ready to attend with pleasure the receiving of produce, and supplying his friends and customers with the most choice assortment of groceries ever brought to this

Of all the aspirants for Congression­

al honors in our District, we know of no one outside of Montgomery county, we would rather sec obtain the prize than our friend VOORHEES. lie would conduct a canvass with great spirit and ability, and would represent us in Congress fully equal to any man in the District.

ever noticc the interrogations of

a man who delights in traducing the character of his fellow citizens. The "livery of heaven is often stolen to serve the devil in."

jtST We would call attention to the card of Mr. C. AX7.ANDT, who has recently leased the Bell Tavern, lie keeps an excellent house and wc take pleasure in recommending him to the patronage of the public.

We have had the pleasure within

the lust few days of entering the names of fiftv new subscribers upon our books.

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JKsT'We would call the attention of the

Whig portion of our county, to the Lafajette Journal, under the editorial management of Mr. W. G. TERRELL. Previous to bis assumption of its control, it had fallen into disrepute with the more sensible and intelligent whigs of Tippecanoe county. The reason is now obvious. It had gradually grown a receptacle for the depreciation of everything iuost esteemed by virtuous communities. Particularly had it become a kind of cormorant, gluttonizing upon the character of citizens, a habit never indulged by a press except from depravity of heart or as a cloak for stupidity. The rhapsodies ordinarily written about the power of a newspaper for good is true but only think what a mischievous engine it is in the hand of a vain, vicious, ignorant man, dead to beneficial actuation, and alive only to the quackery, and, if we may so speak, the assassinism of the modern press! A paper will not more assuredly than it will deservedly die out when its editor, making public his private feuds, avails himself of

the advantage of its columns to calumniate and defame an enemy. Newspapers always partake more or less of the character of their conductors hey reflect their qualities and none are so contemptible as those which hypocritically advocate reputable causes, such as Whiggery and Temperance, but habitually adopt curses for persuasion, falsehood for truth, and scurrility for argument.

Throughout the states generally we believe such abominable publications have entirely ceased. We regret that in Indiana there are some yet tolerated. Il-ippy for us all will be the day when their race is extinct for then will private character be safe, opposing opinions find charity, and none be execra!ed for belief sake. ft?

We congratulate the Whigs of Tippecanoe They are happily rid of a monstrous evil, and have in its place a paper firmly established, commanding the respect of all moral and christian persons of whatever political faith and to the Whigs of our own county, of whom many are our patrons and friends, wc will say in all honesty, as you have often expressed to us dissatisfaction with such villainous sheets as we have been desscribing, as well as a desire to subscribe for a high-toned, dignified political paper, we take-pleasure in recommending you to the Lafayette Journal.

The Circuit Court, the present

week, has been engaged in the murder ease brought here from Fountain county, on a charge of venue. The case has been conducted on the part of the prosecution by DANIEL W. VOORHEES, Esq., and the defense by Mr. IIANNEGAN*. The speeches of both these gentlemen on the occasion, are spoken of in the highest terms of praise.—: The Prosecutor's effort, especially, is said to have been as able as any ever delivered in our court hou^e. The jury after a deliberation of several hours returned a verdict, finding the prisoner guilty of manslaughter,

and sentencing him to the penitentiary for the term of two years. P. S. Since writing the above the prisoner has been discharged and is now at liberty.

jC5T" The Lafayette Journal, in reply to our article about the irregularity of the mails, says: "Our cotrmporarv must aim his blows where they arc deserved. In no office in the Union is business dispatched more promptly than in ours in Lafayette under Gen. Walker."

How then docs it happen that we frequently receive no Northern mail—not even from Lafayette? The sterotyped answer that the "cars failed to connect," woh't answer in this case. There has sometimes been three nights in one week that the Lafayette mail has failed. How is this?

David lv. Carter, the "prominent"

Democrat, who figured so conspicuously in the late Anti-Nebraska meeting in Columbus, Ohio, on the 20th inst., is the same gentleman who a few weeks since was formally excommunicated from the Democratic party of Stark County in that State.— Having no where else to go, he took lodging at the half-way house.

JKST SMITH, STILLWELL ALLEN, have received a splendid assortment of dry goods and groceries, which they offer for sale at greatly reduced prices. Give them a call if you wish to make good bargains.

(£7™A very alarming sickness is prevailing at the present time at Gardiner, Maine, which during the past, year has carried off hundreds of victims. Its precise nature is not stated but it will be remembered that it is at Gardiner that Bishop Burgess resides, who wrote a letter some time since, stating that the Maine Law was generally observed there, and that its effects were beneficial to the morals and health of the inhabitants.— The following facts will show the amount of medicine sold at the city liquor store in Gardiner, in a single year. We copv from a Gardiner paper: Rum G-W 0-1 W. T. Rum 33 00 (*:u S09 vt Madeira Wine 27 00

Alcohol lit* 00 Sicily Wino- SS'Jo Cogniac Hr.:ndy ..£*7 Malaga Wiub 4'.' 15 American Hrandv..^ 75 -Port Wine £0 75 Palo Brandy 1 .A American lin ."0 French Brandy 7'"* Muscat Wine 62 Cherrv "Brandy .... .7 s7 Ale and Porter: 11 70

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[From the Delphi Times.]

REMONSTRANCE AGAINST THE NE-BRASKA-KANSAS BILL--OUR REPRESENTATIVE, tcc.

We learn that a remonstrance has been received at Washington, signed by a number of the citizens of this county, against the Nebraska-Kansas bill. This, to those unacquainted with the movements of matters here, may seem overwhelming but to those who know the facts it seems otherwise. Whigs and Abolitionists may set up a howl which may terrify a few, and lead them to believe that the mass of the people is in commotion. *This is peculiarly true in this matter. It is well known that this remonstrance was set on foot by whigs and disaffected democrats, and that an Abolitionist and bolter, who has no connection with, nor any place among the democracy —who has long since, for his own infidelity, been discarded—has, with his "carpet bag" on his arm and a lie in his mouth, circulated it, and by his misrepresentations succeeded in getting some of the unwary to sign it—a few, perhaps, who are good democrats, among the number.

The fact that our Representative (who, we believe, is misrepresenting his constituency) is opposed to the bill, is a nice subterfuge with which to deceive democrats. The argument used is this: 'It is our duty to sustain our representative, and by signing this remonstrance you do so.' Democrats, having supported Maj. Mace, and supposing him "all right," without much reflection, have, in a few instances, joined with the remonstrants, without thinking that they are allying themselves with abolitionists and agitators, who embrace every opportunity to sow and disseminate discord in the ranks of the democratic party.

We are sorry that any good democrats have been misled in this way but we are far from denouncing them, for the argument was very plausible, at first view, and calculated to deceive.

But we must say that Mr. Mace has but little to console him in this county, and the only flattering unction that he can lay to his soul, is, that he has the hearty co-ope-ration and sympathy of the Whigs, FreeSoilcrs and Fusionists. If that is any solace to him lie can appropriate it. Mr. Mace is our personal, and heretofore, our political friend but if lie were in a position to realize what his course has done to cast upon the democracy of this county the sneers of the Abolitionists and the Whigs, he would, we think, have some cause to fear that his course lias not, yet, immortalized him.

We take the position that "a man is known by the company he keeps and as long as the class above spoken of are opposed to us we are pretty certain that we are right. And did Mr. Mace know how many of this class were idolizing him, he would have great reasons to conclude that he was mistaken.

We repeat, that Mr. Mace is not representing the democracy of this county.— The expression of the democratic meeting was a sufficient demonstration of that.— Due notice was given of the time and place of holding that meeting. Men came there and listened to all sides of the question and then voted their sentiments and were we shown a remonstrance signed by six hundred such as do sign it, wc would still believe that the democracy are in favor of the Nebraska bill. When we see a meeting of the democracy to discuss the question, and after deliberation, express themselves against it, we will believe they are opposed to it, and not till then—agitation to the contrary, notwithstanding.

THE LIQUOR LAW IN MASSACHUSETTS.— The decision of the Supreme Judicial Court that the 14th or seizure section of the prohibitory liquor law of Massachusetts is unconstitutional has caused much excitement throughout the State, and the statue is again discussed with vigor. The Legislature has authorized the proper committee to inquire what changes are immediately necessary in the law to meet the position in which it has been placed by the late decision.

Thomas'Adams, Esq'., "sheriff of Norfolk county. Mass., having sold two barrels of brandy which he had seized to satisfy an execution, has been declared by Mr. Justice Churchhill guilty of violating the liquor law, fined §10 and costs, and ordered to give bonds in the sum of §1,000 not to violate the law for one year, and to stand committed until these orders are complied with. The Boston Courier says that when this sentence was pronounced (on Wednesday, the 15th instant) Mr. Adams repeated that he had acted in this case only in the discharge of his duty as shiriff of "the county of Norfolk that he tvas under §20,000 bonds, and under oath to discharge all the obligations of his officc and should therefore respectfully decline to pay the fine and costs or to give the bonds required. Mr. Justice Churchhill then proceeded to make out a mittimus, which was placed in the hands of Coronor Yose for the commitment of the sheriff.

REVOLUTIONARY ANECDOTE.—A correspondent of the Manchester, N. II., Mirror, .furnishes the following:

When the British were in Boston, in 1767, my father was in a barber's shop waiting to be shaved. A British officer came in and wanted to be shaved, provided the barber could do it without drawing blood, and saying that if he did he would 'run his sword through him. The barber was frightened and dared not undertake the task. A little boy sitting there spoke up and said he would do it. He looked at the boy with astonishment, but the bov stripped off his coat, and told him to take a seat. He took off the officer's beard without drawing blood, and was paid a guinea for his trouble. The officer then asked him how he ventured to do it, as he had been to every barber shop in town and no one before dared to do it. The boy replied, "I thought I would see blood as soon as you would, and if I had, I would have cut your throat to the neck bone in a moment." The British officer hung down his head and left amid shouts of applause'for the buy.,

THE NEBRASKA BILL IN THE HOUSE. The reference of the Senate Nebraska bill in the House, to the Committee o€ the Whdle, in preference to the Committee on Territories, is the subject of exultation-, amongst the opponents of the measure.— They regard it as the "scotching of the snake." They may learn, ere the close of the sessiou, that this movement, though it may have originated in the motive to defeat this bill, will be disastrous to them, and ensure its passage by a very large majority. There may be modifications of the bill adopted in the House, but its great feature—its cardinal principle, the principle of non-intervention—will be retained, and its advocates will yet rejoice in a most signal and glorious triumph over the enemies of popular and Territorial sovereignty. It is well understood that Mr. Cutting, the mover in this matter, expressed himself strongly in favor of the doctrine involved in this discussion, and what ever motive may be attributed to him in making the motion, we may await the result of tlie deliberations of the House with confidence, that after a deliberate investigation of the subject, and a discussion upon the application of the principle of non-intervention to these Territories, the bill will pass by a larger majority than its friends had expected. Debate will stregthen the measure— we do not doubt it. It will bear discussion —and we feel satisfied that the popular branch of Congress will pass this—a measure which is now exciting so much interest in the land—and one, too, which the more widely it becomes known and the more thoroughly it is examined, grows in the popular favor, and secures in the place of the mere willingness of the public that it should pass, their anxiety as to its fate, and their heartfelt wish that the doctrine of Territorial and State sovereignty should be triumphantly vindicated and sustained.

We believe that the passage of this bill will be hailed with unfi igned joy and rejoicing by the true friends of the principles of the Compromise of 1850, without exception. Whatever may be their opinions as to the policy of introducing the measure, they are prepared to stand by it when a great principle, as this, is at state. They will hold up the hands of those who uphold it, and bid them God speed in the cause of the people. The abolition excitement newly created upon the introduction of this measure, is already dying out. The freesoil party strength is waning, and as light upon this subject spreads over the country, the issue is recognized as one divested of every consideration, except that of the re-assertion or conformation of the avowed policy of the National Democratic party, upon the subject of slavery in the territories. It is simply a question as to the policy of removing the subject forever from the Halls of Congress, and leaving to the people, in their sovereign capacity, the right to regulate their own domestic and municipal institutions. This is the question, and the doctrine of the unqualified recognition of this right commends itself at once to the enlightened judgment of our people. But, referring again to the discussion of this bill in Committee of the whole House, we add that if we understand the effect of this reference, it cannot impede the progress of the bill, though it has been so deemed by its opponents—for, as it can be disposed of by the majority, its fate of course rests with the majority. We cannot see therefore that this is a (rick of parliamentary legerdemain—which can in any way interfere with the progress of the bill in its regular order, or preclude the action of the House. We look forward with great confidence to the ultimate passage of the bill, by a majority that will afford pride and gratification to the great mass of the people north and south.—State Sentinel.

MANIFESTO OF THE EMPEROR NICHOLAS. WE, NICHOLAS TIIE FIRST, &c. We have already informed our beloved and faithful subjects of the progress of our disagreements with the Ottoman Porte.

Since then, although hostilities have commenced, we have not ceased sincerely to wi.-jh, as we still wish, the cessation of bloodshed. We even entertained the hope that reflectio.il sad time' would convince the Turkish government of its misconceptions, engendered by treacherous instigations, in which our just demands, founded on treaties, have been represented as attempts at its independence, and veiling intentions of aggrandisement. Vain, however, have been our expectations, so far.

The English and French governments have sided with Turkey, and the appearance of the combined fleets at Constantinople served as a further incentive to its obstinacy and now both the Western Powers, without previously declaring war, have sent their fleets into the Black Sea, proclaiming their intention to protect the Turks and to impede the free navigation of our vessels of war for the defence of our coasts.— After so unheard-of a course among civilized nations we recalled our embassies from England and France, and have broken off all political intercourse with those Powers. Thus England and France have sided with the enemies of Christianity against Rnssia, ii'ho is combatting for the orthodox faith.

But Russia will not betray her holy callin and if enemies infringe our frontiers O O we are ready to meet them with the firmness bequeathed to us by our forefathers. Are we not the same Russian nation whose exploits the memorable events of 1812 bear witness?

May the Almighty assist us to prove this by deeds. With hope, combatting for our persecuted brethren, followers of the faith of Christ, with one accord let all Russia exclaim—"O Lord, our Redeemer! whom shall we fear? May God be glorified, and His enemies scattered."

St. Petersburg, 9th (21 st) February, 1854.

2&*T It is stated that the Japan expedition has been recalled, the order being already on its way to the commander of the Japan Squadron. It is probable, however that Commodore Perry will have made his second visit to Japan before the order reaches him-

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TELEGRAPH.

ARRIVAL OF TIIE STEAMER AFRICA. NEW YORK, March 28. The Africa arrived this morniny wuh Liverpool dates to the 11th.

Flour—W7estern canal 37s Ohio 38s. The statement that Kalafat was captured by the Russians is an atrocious falsehood, and totally unfounded.

There has been no fighting of importance on the Danube or in Asia. The London Daily News savs. without any date, that the Czar had sent another proposal to Vienna, which the representatives of the Four Powers found inadmissable and rejected.

A messenger with France and England's ultimatum to the Czar, left Vienna on the 7th for St. Peterburgh.

Neither Prussia nor Austria have signed the ultimatum, their policy being defined as neutral for the present by mediation for the future.

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American cloverseed 51sa52s 6d. Federal and State bonds are in fair demand. Money is in more demand consols closed at 90ia91.

Jjondon.—Baring reports rather a limited business in foreign and colonial produce.— Sugar and coffee are quiet and breadstuff's firm.

Breadstuffs—The liberal arrivals and fine weather have caused a dullness in the market and holders are not pressing on the market, but in instances a reduction of 2a3d in wheat and lals 6d on flour was taken, thus losing the improvement of last week. Corn is steady and unchanged. Richardso A a it at a is 5dal2s 3d. Western canal flour at 37a 38s 6d, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Ohio 37s 6da38s.

The first division, consisting of 14 ships, under Sir Charles Napier, was to sail from Portsmouth on the 11th for the Baltic.

It is reported that 3,000 British troops will go to the Baltic for land service. The 77th regiment embarked at Liverpool on the 11th for Turkey.

The allied fleets meet at Bucos Boes. The bulk of the Russian fleet arc at Sebastopol, and some kt Semukali. Both fleets have cruisers in the Black sea.

The Greek insurrection had subsided.

Additional Foreign News by the Africa. Vienna, March 9.— Prince Buckewitch is appointed General-in-chicf of the Russian army of the Danube.

Malta, March 5.—The first division of the expeditionary army has arrived here. London, 10th.—The Queen yesterday issued a proclamation against British subjects engaging in foreign service or fitting out vessels for war-like purposes without special license.

Vienna, £th.—It is reported that the Russians are withdrawing from Kalafat. Arch Duke Albert will be commander-in-chief of the Austrians on the south-east-ern frontier.

Constantinople, 26th.—The Pacha of Galata has been deposed at the instance of Auslria.

Sames intended to declare its independence and a French ship of war has been sent there.

A dispatch to the London Morning Chronicle, tted Athens, 10th, states that the Greek insurrection was extending, and that General Kanyos had joined the insurgents.

The city of Arta has been taken by assault. The Turks have beaten in several engagements. Prussia still holds out.

Lord John Russel is quite ill, and was unable to attend to his duties in the House on Frida}*. The House adjourned till Monday in consequence.

The latest dispatches received from Paris fully confirm the news respecting the attitude assumed by Prussia and Austria on the Eastern question. Austria has expressed a perfect willingness to join the Western powers, but Prussia positively refuses, on the ground that as Russia was not a maratime power, she had therefore but. little comparative interest in the matter.

Advices from Spain state that the insurgent chief, Col. Lattore, has been captured near the French frontier and shot.

The ship Panama struck and sunk near Hollyhead on the night of the 8th. Eight of the crew landed, but the fate of the others is not yet reported.

The French Senate unanimously vote for the loan of 250,000,000 francs. The first division of troops for the East was to leave Toulon on the 20th.

There is some excitement in the commercial world in consequence of Lord Clarendon's announcement to the Riga merchants that all Russian produce, to whomsoever belonging, and even in neutral vessels, shall be lawful prize in the event of .war.

ARRIVAL OF TIIE CAN AD NEW YORIC, March 30. The Canada has arrived with Liverpool dates to the 18th, and of Cowes to the same date. ,-

The steamer Baltic had not arrived out on the 19th. The steamer Tamas sailed on the 18th with troops.

There is no important change in the Eastern question It was rumored in Paris that the Czar had given orders to pass the Danube forth-

Avith.

The first division of the British fleet under Sir Charles Napier sailed on Saturday. His destination is Wingee Sound. He will not at present enter Russian waters.

Russia has sent a confidential mission to Napoleon. There was a terrible earthquake at Calais, which killed 2000 persons.

London Money Market.—American stocks are firm. The money market tighter.— Consuls for money 91.

Iron market firm bar iron quoted at 8^a84-, rails quoted in Wales at 8^-, Scotch pig iron at Glasgow 79s.

London Market generally—prices of wee"k —Moderate transactions in breadstuff's and prices considerably lower, Western Canal 6ao7s, Baltimore 38s.

The Paris correspondent of the Londou Morning Chronicle states that dispatches from the French Enroy in London had been received annouiieiflg that the English note is disposed to loofc upon the opposi-^ tion made by Russia for the resumption of negotiations between the Western powers and Russia as serious or as likely to lead to a pacific solution, and therefore thinks there is no occasion for the two to entertair* a proposition.

The opinions of the English cabinct

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fully approved by France. Paris, Friday.—Price of wheat has fatlen 2 francs per hectolicre. Barley and oats have also fallen at all the markets around Paris. No business at the Bourse* on Friday—threes 6G.

Vienna 10th.—The treaty between the Western Powers and the Port is concluded. The terms are already known, and has reached here and been forwarded to tho other powers.

St. Petersburgh 8th.—Exchange 31^. The City of Manchester arrived out on the 15th.

No movements of importance on the Danube or in Asia. Kalafat continues to be strengthened.

The Russians seem to have suspended their intentions to attack that place, and are threatening Galatze and Brailo^.

Omar Pacha is also menacing at various points part of the Russian force.

TIIE BATTLE IN THE DARK. We have the following in relation to the battle between two columns of Russians who took each other for Turks. It was briefly referred to in the telegraphic report of the Pacific's news. The joke must have been highly relished by the Turks:

On the 17th February, a conflict took place, by mistake, between two columns of the Russian army. The Turkish positions are extended in an easterly direction as far as the village of Cuiperceni, which is about a mile distant from Kalafat. For several t}*s a Turkish corps, 4,000 strong, under command of Colonel Mirolai, had been posted in front of this village, and in tho direction of the Russian outposts. On this corps the Russians determined to make an onslaught during the night of the lGth.— For this purpose two Russian columns were brought up, each from 4,000 to 5,000 strong, one by the road which leads to Kalafat, from about the village of Scribenzi, and the other from the left side of it, from about Poisua, (Prince Milosch's property) to advance unexpectedly upon the Turks, to surprise, enclose them, and cut them to pieces. The Russian columns commenced their march at 3 o'clock in the morning, and by 4 o'clock reached a position from whence they were only half an hour's march from the Turkish pickets. The second column seems either to have missed the direction by mistaking the road, or to have come up long after its time. Be this as it may, the latter column, in the obscurity of a foggy night, concluded the former one to be a body of hostile Turks, and instantly opened upon them a terrific cannonade, which the others, who labored under the same mistake, returned with yet more deadly effect.— Pressing towards each other it came ere long to a close fire of small arms. -5:4'

This ill-omened combat lasted for ari hour and a half, until, when day dawned, the combatants saw with horror the error they had committed. The loss in killed and wounded in the course of this night'a encounter is recorded, by the Russians themselves, at several hundreds. The Turks were naturally alarmed at every point and atWiddin, which is but a league and a half distant, Omer Pacha, on hearing the cannonade, took ail the requisite measures for defence. The Turkish corps stationed at Cuiperceni stood to arms, in readiness for action at any moment, but did not advance, as it was at a loss to imagine or comprehend what the Russians were about, murdering one another in that style. It was not till between seven and eight o'clock, A. M., that the Russian columns withdrew to their respective positions, carrying their wounded along with them.

DREADFUL ACCIDENT. A Locomotive attached to the outward bound freight train on the New Albany and Salem Railroad, which left the depot in New Albany at o'clock yesterday morning, exploded when a short distance beyond Providence, by which three persons lost their lives, viz:

John Morris, the engineer, who leaves a family Thomas Itatcliffe the fireman, and John Merrill, a hand on the train. Ratcliffe is a resident of this city, and was formerly a stage and omnibus driver.

The New Albany Ledger of yesterdy furnishes the following statement in regard to the accident: The engineers are strictly forbidden by the master machinist and superintendent to carry more than 120 pounds of® steam. But it appears that the steam guage for regulating the amount of steam, which can be screwed to any particular hight, was screwed to its utmost tension, and then tied down to prevent the least possible e&apo of steam. jj

Why the engineer did this, he, or any one who was cognizant of the facts, alone can tell. Mr. Morris, engineer, has been upon the rbad for several years, and was considered as one of the safest and best qualified men in the employ of the company. He was not in the least addicted to the use of spirituous liquors, and it is impossible to" say what causes induced him to put on the' extra steam.

The train was not extraordinarily heavy, but as he was about to ascend the knob, which requires time and patience, he proba-: bly wanted to get up in the shortest possible? time.

The bodies of the killed men were brought in on a freight train about one o'clock. None of the other persons on the train were injur-" ed by the explosion.—Louisville Democratj

iO^rThe examination of the Martha Washington prisoners is set for the 17th of April. It will most probably end in smoke.^

O^rThe New York Temperance Law, if the Governor does not veto it, will go into: effcct on the 1st of December.