Locomotive, Volume 32, Number 9, Indianapolis, Marion County, 21 April 1855 — Page 2

RRESPONDEHTS. TRAIN. A FACT. She is pretty none can excell, Her teeth are pearly bright, Her nose is not exactly pug, Her skin is snowy white. Her hair is dark as raven's plume, Her eyes are blaok as jet, Her cheeks are like the blooming rose, Her lips a wily net. Her form is of the neatest mould, Her walk is quick and pert, Her voice is sweet as honey dew, And then she is no flirt. The nightingale she can excell . In melody and song, She spends her time with ologies, ' " Nor does she sleep too long. - She's versed in all the ancient lore As well as modern time, And now and then to melt the soul, She writes in prose or rhyme. ' Her soul is filled with life and love, 'Tis plain in every look, But then she'll never make a wife, She never learned to cook! Dexter. Franklin, Ind. " The Indian Maiden's Revenge." BY GEO. H. SPENCER,1 JR. We had been voyaging all day through a heavy forest of tall pines, and at night pitched our tent on the' bank of a beautiful brook, which winds its way through the "Pineries," until it is lost in the river St. Croix. We had just partaken of our evening meal, (which consisted of prairie chickens which we had shot during our day's march, and roasted on a stick before the fire,)' and were preparing to put our guns in order for the morrow's travel, which we expected would bring us to the shores of that magnificent body of fresh water, Lake Superior, when we were visited by a few Chippewas, from a small village just below us. There was nothing remarkable about that however, for we had encountered them every day since we had been traveling through their country ; but the appearance of an old squaw, apparently about fifty years of age, attracted my attention. She had evidently once been good looking, but the lack of expression in her large black eyes, led me to enquire of our guide, (who was a Canadian, and had long been a resident among the Chippewas,) if there was not something singular in her actions. He replied that she was deranged, and had been so thirty years. The Indians regarged her with a kind of superstitious awe, and she was permitted to go and do as she liked, without molestation. He also said that he was familiar with her history and would tell us the cause of her derangement. ' Accordingly, after our camp duties were over, we lighted our pipes and seated ourselves on our blankets spread around the fire, when our guide began as follows : ' : 1 About thirty years ago a chief of a band of Chippewas, on the St. Croix, who was a brave man, and had taken many scalps of their hereditary enemy, the Sioux, had an only daughter whose name was Nu-gue-iab, (the Rainbow.) Many braves of the neighboring bands, as well as her own, had tried to win hei affections, but in vain. Her father had often tried to pursuade her to select a partner from among the many suitors for her hand,. but without success. But Nu-gue-iab loved and was beloved in return. . Her affections were placed upon a youth of a neighboring band, whose name was O-mush-kos, (the Elk, but he had not distinguished himself by slaying an enemy, and the Rainbow well knew that the proud spirit or her father would not consent to their union, for had she not often heard him say that he would not bestow his daughter's hand on one who had not taken a scalp? They met often, but in secret, and declared their mutual vows to each other. But they were at length discovered, and the chief was sore-, ly vexed, for he loved his only daughter, but he did not wish to see her the bride of one he thought unfit for her. She was now in her twentieth year, and exceedingly handsome. At length the Great Spir-' it sent relief to the troubled spirit of the chief. He sent for O-mush-kos, and told him that when he had slain an enemy and laid the scalp at his feet, then, and not until then, could he hope to obtain the hand of Nu-gue-iab. When the next war-party was formed, O-mush-kas was one of the number. The party, thirteen in number, penetrated some distance into the Sioux Country, but had not succeeded in surpris-, ing the wary foe, who are ever on the alert. On . the night of the fifth day of their journey, they encamped in a small ravine, and had retired for the night when they were surprised and attacked by a large war-party of Sioux. They were com pletely surrounded, and, although they faught desparately, they were overpowered by superior numbers. Two only effected their escape, and survived to tell the tale. The grief of Nu-gue-iab knew no bounds, for O-mush-kos was anions the missing. He was either slain or a prisoner, which amounts to death. She knew too well the custdm of Indian warfare to be deceived by any false hopes, which were held" out before her. One evening Nu-gue-iab. was missing from the village, and could not be found. Her friends feared that she had destroyed herself. No traces of her could be found, although every exertian had been made. She had stolen quietly from her father's

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lodge, and secretly left the village. She bent her footsteps in the direction of the Sioux. Revenge had fired her soul, and she sought it, for without O-mush-kos she felt that life was a burthen to her, and when she had had revenge for his death, she thought she could willingly lay down her life. She traveled by night, and cautiously by day. Oue night she thoughtshe heard the firing of guns, she stealthily drew near and suddenly found herself a spectator of one of those well known Indian Orgies, called the Scalp-dance. All was excitement, they were dancing and yelling around the scalps of her friends, and, perhaps, that of O-mush-kos was one of the number. She drew her flashing knife, and seemed about to rush headlong upon them and sacrifice her life to accomplish her purpose, when she heard a slight rustling beside her. She turned, and, although it was quite dark, she could discern the form of an Indian approach her, and stealthily

glide by her. He did not observe her, but kept cautiously onward, and she as cautiously followed. When she thought they had got out of hear ing, she sprang upon him with the ferocity of a tigress and plunged her knife deep into the heart of the unsuspecting victim. She then severed the head from the body and rolling it in herblan ket, sped with the speed of a fawn, nor did she rest till she reached her father's lodge, and throw ing down the pack exclaimed, "I am revenged." Imagine, dear reader, if you can, the horror which was depicted on every countenance, when the pack was opened and the head not of a Sioux but the head of O-mush-kos rolled upon the ground. Nu-gue-iab sank insensible to the earth. During the excitement of the dance, 0-mush-kos, who had been taken a prisoner unhurt, had contrived to sever the cords with which he was bound, and was just on the eve of making a successful escape, when he met his death at her hands. She supposing him to be a Sioux, bad wreaked her revenge on him as above described. When Nu-gue-iab recovered, she was calm, her countenance was serene, but she spoke not a word. Reason was dethroned, and has never resumed her sway. She whom you have just seen is Nu-gue-iab. ' i TOWNSHIP LIBRARIES. The last third of the Township Libraries is now in process of distribution to the counties, and will shortly be apportioned to the several Townships of the State. The protracted delay of their reception has been a matter of deep regret to all, but it is unnecessary how to go into a detailed account of the cause of it. Care will be taken to prevent a like disappointment in future. With this third of the Libraries will be distribu ted to each township copies of the State' Board Agricultural Reports; also a copy of Barnard's School Architecture. There will likewise be sent to each County Auditor fifty copies of the "Third Annual Report of the Superintendent of Public Instruction," for general distribution, after the lownship Board of trustees have received a copyi lhe friends of Education wishing a copy of said Report, will please call on their County Auditors.. t ' . ; . Editors throughout the State will confer a favor by giving this notice a conspicuous position in their columns. Caleb Mills, . 'r Superintendent of Public Instruction. ' Indianapolis. April 13, 1855. . THE MYSTERY SOLVED. ; . It has long been a mystery, to persons not in the secret, why the American Railroad Journal, of New York, opposes certain roads and their securities. The last No. of the Railroad Advocate solves the mystery. The editor of the Advocate says: "We have an editorial neighbor, who for the last two years has been led by the nose, by a clique of capitalists, that he can hardly open his mouth, or rather indite a paragraph, without slandering from one to a hundred of the railroads of this country. Capitalists have an interest1 in misrepresenting roads, to injure their credit, and to face them up to heavy shaves. This class of capitalists have hit upon the employment of this editor, ostensibly representing the railroad interest, and through him they are enabled to drive a brisk business upon every road which is in' a condition to be plundered. Look for instance at the Erie road, this gentleman blew cold until, when that road offered a loan of $4,000,000, it was considered an act of condescension to take it at 80. Once taken, the tune changed; a good word was thrown in and the bonds are now selling in the market at nearly 90 ; they will probably go to par." : This explains, in part, the recent attacks of the 'editor of the American Railroad Journal upon certain roads, and their securities, in Indiana. jjgp HOW MUCH SEED TO THE ACRE. This question cannot be answered definitely, as the opinions of farmers differ materially ; and then the climate and soil have much to do with the quantity. The quantity of seeds sown broadcast to the acre, is about as follows: Wheat,. lto 2 bushels. 4 - . . 2 " , U " H " Barley, 1 to Oats, 2 to Rye, 1 to Buckwheat, ............... f to Millet .; 1. to Indian Corn 1 to Beans, 2 to Peas, 2 to Hemp, 1 to Flax 1 to 3 n Timothy 12 to 24 quarts. Mustard, ...8 to 20 " Herds' grass, (red top,) . ... 12 to 16 " Flat Turnip, 2 to 3 pounds. lied Clover, 10 to 16 " White Clover,. 3 to 4 Kentucky Blue Grass, 10 to 15 ". Orchard Grass, 20 to 30 , " The quantity per acre, when planted in rows or drills, is about thus : 1 v Broom Corn, 1 to 1 bushels. Beans,... ............. 1 to 2 ' Peas . ; . . . . '. to 2 ' Pea Nuts :'. 1 to 2 " Onions,.... .4 to 5 pounds. Carrots 2 to 2 " Parsnips 4 to 5 " " Beets 4 to 6 " Our readers would do well to keep this table for reference. Ohio Farmer.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 1855. ITJ'Saturdayistlie day of publication of the Locomotive when it will alwaj sbereudyfor subscriber. In nocasewill weletacopyofthupuper go from theoflice before publica tionduy. i OFFICIAL PAPER. FOR THE CITY.! i OFFICIAL-PAPER TO PUBLISH THE LIST OF LETTERS jtSf It is said by a distinguished writer, that a hore and saddle taken twice a day, is the only cure for consumption. We don't think our young ladies are afflicted with this disease, but almost, any disease would be cured by the same remedy. We have seen a number of couples out this spring, riding on horseback, and hope that it will be continued ; for there is certainly no amusement that is so graceful, invigorating, or healthful as horseback riding. Our livery stables are, supplied . with good ladies' hacks, and we have no doubt they will be well used by our lady equestrians. jCSTThe Governor has issued a circular to all the County Clerks, calling on them to acknowledge the receipt of the Temperance law, which was sent out about thirty days since, and which requires the acknowledgement of its receipt in each county before it can take effect in thatcoun-' ty. In to-day's paper we publish a circular from the State Central Temperance Committee, directed to the friends of the cause throughout the State, urging thorough organization, to see that the law is enforced. The 12th of June is nearly here, the time the law goes into effect we apprehend there will be little or no difficulty in enforcing it in this county, or any other county where the friends of Temperance desire it, as the profits of liquor selling will justify no man in laying himself liable to prosecution under its provisions. ;J3F"After all the fuss about killing dogs, only 63 were reported to the Council as killed and re moved. We were amused at the affidavits Dresented to the Council by those claiming the pay for killing dogs. Among other things they swore "that the dogs had no muzzles on, that they were in the public streets or commons, and that they neither coaxed nor whistled them away from their masters' premises." Strong enough, we should think. It was reported, but we don't believe it is true, that if a person whistled in market during th dog war, the sausages would commence wagging their tails. We don't believe it. ; jI3F"On Tuesday and Wednesday of this week the mercury stood at 86 degrees in our office, where the highest decree last year was 96. This was excessively hot fur -the season. A rain that commenced .Wednesday night and; continued Thursday, has started vegetation everything is beginning to look green.' The prospects were never better at this season for good crops of both grain and fruit. j3?It has been suggested that we should call the attention of the gas Company to the fact that the iron boxes to their pipes, along the pavements on Washington street, project from one-half to three' inches above the pavement, and have been the cause of a number of persons falling down. It would take but a short time to make them even with the pavement, and remove the present difficulty. ' ' '- " j3?"In passing through the northern part of the city the other day, we saw a new frame house, erected expressly as a Pill manufactory. This is something new in this country, making pills by the hogshead. We understand the whole West is to be supplied with this kind of pills' from this point. ' i. . jWe are glad to see the improvement in the Local department of the Evening Dispatch, by the engagement of Mr. Butler as Local editor. The Dispatch, as the Sentinel says, is the only live evening paper it is printed and published by a practical, working printer, who does a gojd portion of the work himself, and if there is such a thing as making a daily evening paper go, Mr., Berry will do it. If he employed three or four. fancy editors, that keep fancy horses and sporting dogs, with all the accompaniments, whose incidentals exceeded the income for subscriptions, we should say at once he could not .succeed that he was only running his credit for a grand blow up but as Mr. Berry does none of these, ' he deserves success, and we have no doubt he will get it. Success to the Dispatch. '.' "( A New Locomotive Engine. We. have been shown drawings and designs, that convince us that a high point in mechanism has been attained, in the combination of steam and air in boilers, 1 which will greatly save fuel in Locomotives, the' freight of wood and water, and other attainments. Mr. Z. H. Mann, of this city, has so. arranged and applied Atmospherical Air to Locomotives and other Engines, that it can be successfully ! used with steam, thereby making a perfect union " of the three elements, increasing the volume of steam with a much less temperature, saving at. least thirty-five per cent, of the fuel now consumed in the most economical Engines in use, and producing the same amount of power. A pat-' ent has been secured. : jf3?We don't think there ever was so many evergreens brought to the city as there is this year, lhe corners ot Jvlendian street are the principal place where they are kept for sale. We notice Mr. Williams brings in a large waWm load from his Nursery every day, of different varie

ties these are the kind that grow.

3Tjhe ' May Flower, and Miscellaneous.

Writings, by Harriet Beecher Stowe, is the title of a very handsome volume of 472 pages, just published by Philips, Sampson & Co., Bos ton, and laid on our table by Messrs. Stewart & Bowen, Booksellers of this city. The work contains 42 different pieces, that appear, from the casual glance we have given them, to be interesting. We copy the introduction, which will give a good idea of the object ' and character of the work: - . ... Mr. G. B. Emmerson, in his late report to the Legislature of Massachusetts on the trees and shrubs of that State, thus describes The Mat Flower. ?'Often from beneath the edge of a snow bank are seen rising the fragrant, pearl v-white or rosecolored flowers of this earliest harbinger of spring., "" . ,' ' '"" "It abounds in the edges of the woods about Plymouth, as elsewhere, and must have been the first flower to salute' the storm-beaten crew of the Mayflower 6h the conclusion of their first1 terrible winter. Their descendants have thence piously derived the name, although its bloom is often passed before the coming in of May." '" No flower could be more appropriately select ed as an emblem ' token by the descendants of the Puritans. I hough so fragrant and graceful, it is invariably lhe product of the hardest and most rocky soils, and seems to' draw its ethereal beauty of color and wealth of perfume rather trom the air than from the slight hold which its rootlets take of the" earth. It may often be found in fullest beauty matting a granite ledge, with scarcely any perceptible soil for its support. What belter emblem of that faith, and hope, and piety, by which our fathers were supported in dreary and barren enterprises, and which drew their life and fragrance-from Heaven more than earth? . ... i.. ,. :.. . t, . U" , . The May Flower was, therefore, many years since selected by the author as the title of a series of New England sketches. ,That work had comparatively a limited circulation, and is now entirely out of print. Its articles are republished in the present volume, with oilier miscellaneous writings, which have from time to time appeared in different periodicals. , They have been written in all moods, from the gayest to the gravest they are connected, in . many cases, with the memory of friends and scenes most dear. , . ; There are those now scattered through the world who will remember the social literary parties of Cincinnati, for whose genial meetings many of these articles were prepared, - With most affectionate remembrances, the author dedicates the book to the yet surviving members of . ., , , The Semicolon. ; : Andover, April, 1855. ;- The, work can be obtained of Messrs. Stewart iSiBowen, Booksellers. "' : &3PThe Sientific American of April 14, contains designs and plans of Carpenter's Universal Rotary Pump, for which a patent was issued in October last. The American says . , , It is a force and suction pump, and is capable of forcing water to any Light, according to the power applied to work it. It contains no valves, and can be used for forcing . water into steam boilers; for extinguishing fires; for lifting; water, and for every other useful purpose to which pumps are applied. One of these pumps, ten inches in diameter, is employed on the Madison and Milwaukie Railroad,, at Milton, Wisconsin, and is i driven by a windmill. . With a good breeze, it fills two tanks holding 24,000 gallons of water, in 2-, hours, and this water has to be raised 75 feet. .-, It is a simple and strong pump, not easily, injured, and is very durable. For a great number of our railroads it seems to be such a pump as is wanted. ; . , ,.,.v Mr. Carpenter, the inventor, is proprietor of the Patriot; at Madison, Wisconsin, and will be in this city in a few days to exhibit his pump to railroad men and others. , . . .,; , ,., ' Legal Advertisements. One very important matter with the settling of estates, as Administrators, or publishing legal notices of any kind, is the filing of; the- proof of publication before the Court. No estate; can be settled until this is done, and it is frequently the case that Administrators do not think of this until they are ready to make their, final settlement, sometimes one, two, or three years after the publication is made. Our object in calling attention to this matter, is to induce those making legal publications to select only papers that are firmly and permanently established, so that when they come to get the proof, if it should be neglected for a year or two, they can certainly find it. Administrators would be placed in a bad position, if they published their notices in a paper started as an experiment, and continued a few months, or a year, if neither a file of the paper, or the publisher could be found unless publication is proved, all their actions as Administrators would be illejral. . W In to-day's issue will be found the advertisement of Messrs. Werden & Chamberlain. The Inks, Official Envelopes, Copying Presses, Sealing-wax, Wafers, &c, advertised by them, are of the finest, quality, and will be sold at the lowest prices. Those wishing any of these articles should give them a call. &3T We neither visit fortune-tellers ourselves, nor try to persuade our readers to do so, as the Shanghai meanly insinuates. We leave all such travelling " impostures to the patronage of such world-shaking geniuses as the Shanghai brood. iWe are under obligations to Hon. S. A. Douglass, for a copy of his speeches on the bill to protect officers and other persons acting under the authority of the United States. ,'iCThe Street Commissioner has been busy this week clearing the gutters on Washington street, between Illinois and Pennsylvania streets. He informs us he has no orders for cleaning any other gutters, on the main or cross streets. m . ic mi " ' . r . Trveler 8 Maps. Ihompson, at the Post - . " '. office, has the largest assortment of Railroad Maps, for travelers, we have seen, embracing all the States and Territories, either as single maps, or collectively ; " '" " , - . Good Shot. Mr. Dull, during seven trips to the Grand Prairie, last winter, shot 900 head of wild game, including Prairie Chickens, Ducks, Geese, and Quails, on the wing. The greater part of them were sent to the American Hotel, in thiscitv.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL.

. Monday, April 16, 1855. Council met. i All the members present, except Mr. Colley.i On motion of Mr. Gowan, the vote on the ordinance admitting the Evansville, Indianapolis and Cleveland Straight Line Railroad Company was reconsidered. Mr. Smith, the President of the Company, presented the importance of that road to the city, in bringing in iron, coal, stone, groceries, and opening an important line of communication between this city and the Ohio river. On motion, the ordinance was adopted by a vote of seven for to six against. The petition for grading and paving Market street, between New Jersey and East streets, was returned by the Engineer as not being signed by a sufficient number of property holders. The contract for buildinr an addition to the Western Liberties Fire Company's . house, was awarded to'Wm. II. Karns. Mr. Maguire, from the Judiciary Committee, reported an ordinance to repeal the Dog Ordinance, which was read twice, - and laid over until next meeting. ' ; ' Bills and accounts were allowed to the amount of $576 13. Accounts were allowed for killinr and removinir 63 dogs. On motion of Mr. Avery, the Treasurer was directed to report what lamp posts have been erected and not paid for by the property holders, and to notify the Gas Company lhat the oily will not pay for the gas furnished to said posts, nor for lighting nor extinguishing the same. After electing a watchman for the First Ward, in place of Mr. Robinson, resigned, the Council adjourned. , "The Evansville Journal, directs the attention of its readers to the article published in its columns, from the Railroad Advocate, in answer to the American Railroad Journal, in the following language: . - ' "The Railroad Journal, &c. .. We call attention to Hon. 0. H. Smith's letter to the New York Railroad Advocate, in reply to the Railroad Journal's strictures upon the Evansville, Indianapolis and Cleveland Straight Line Railroad. . We are sorry the editor of the American Railroad Journal has permitted himself to be made the tool of others in this matter. Mi Poor has generally taken the trouble to inform himself thoroughly ' on almost every subject which has secured the; aid Or strictures -of his pen. ' In this case, he seems to have obtained all his information (and no doubt it was gratuitously thrust upon him) from those who have, or who may imagine they have, rival interests which must be injuriously affected by the building of this great railroad. Mr. Poor may be perfectly honest in his expressed opinions about the Straight Line Railroad, but we have every reason to believe that he has permitted a little personal animosity against the President of the road, to prejudice him against the enterprise itself. Mr. bmith s letter very briefly proves a remarkable ignorance or most unpardonable prejudice on the part of the editor of the Railroad Journal, relative to this road. Occupying the high position the Railroad Journal does, every word the editor utters, has its influence. He should therefore be careful to permit no personal prejudice, nor misconception of facts and figures, to affect injustice to any great improvement, to the building of which are devoted the enterprise and energies and industry of men of character, and in which whole communities feel a warm interest. In this case, we humbly conceive that Mr. Poor has either been imposed upon himself, or is wilfully imposing upon his readers." - From the New York Railroad Advocate of April 14, we clip the following items in relation to money matters :' u Arrival of Gold. The steamer Illinois arrived at this port April 7th. She brought $710,167 in gold, and about $47,000 in Government Drafts. , ,',' . - Shipments of Specie. The entire exports of specie from this port, for the week ending April' 7th, were $1,293,970; making a total for 1855, of $5,873,205. The steamship Asia which sail-, ed from Boston April 11th, took out $690,000. Imports and Exports of Merchandise. -The imports from this port, for the week ending April 7th, were $2,658,530; showing an increase of $1,301,690, as compared with the same week of 1854. The exports for the week, exclusive of specie, were $1,416,526, against $2,713,384 for the same time last year. . S3T We would call the attention of the Ladies' to the fact that a store has been opened, temporarily, for the sale of fine flowers and flower seeds, in the room under our office, The painted SDecimens are beautiful. . ' jJSTln the Council on Monday, accounts were allowed for killing and removing 63 dogs, killed under the late ordinance. The Times. . The tendency' of business matters is again unfavorable. Not that a crisis is immediately at hand, but simply that the reaction, against the . extreme depression of the past winter, is strong, and if continued will in itself react; as a pendulum acquires at one extreme of its' path the im-, pulse to an opposite extreme. The arrivals of gold from California are only ; moderate. The extent and regularity of these 1 arrivals, during the winter, were the immediate means of our recovery. They have now greatly ' declined. On the other hand, heavy shipments ! of specie are being made abroad. Our imports are heavy; exports relatively light.' lhe banks are losing specie, and are making large loans to their customers. A sudden check from impending causes, would put up the fates for money so 1 high as to suspend a large amount of business. ,, - All the winter have we relied on arrivals of' cotton, on which foreign bills could be drawn . I exchange be kept down and specie kept at iiome. i Week after week we have had the same story the Southern rivers were too low to let out any. 'cotton. In the constant expectation of a rise, . ,. . u,i. ' ,j ,;i , i shipments of specie nave been made, until we .; are like)y soon t0 be "short" ourselves, and with J the balance of trade heavily against us.' We have no wish to create alarm. But we J hope the country the business men will not undertake too much and that we are not to be i thrown under another such crisis as lately hung i over us. Rcilroad Advocate. ! . -T T ' i.,,: j jT5TA New York paper, in a fit of revolution- : Rry entiusiasm say8). "Hurrah for the girls of , '76." No, no say we hurrah for the girls 'of 17!