Tri-Weekly State Times. (Austin, Tex.), Vol. 1, No. 6, Ed. 1 Friday, November 25, 1853 Page: 3 of 4
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The legislature.
The present legislature is composed
man of remarkably sober and mor-
al habits, so far as can be judged by
tbeir deportment up to the present time.
Among them are many strong advo-
cares of temperance.
The most exciting matter likely to
engage their attention, is the Pacific
Railroad. Three different companies
are represented, having in view the
same point upon ihe Rio Grande. The
Vicksburg company wish to select a
route ronniug near the 32d degree of
latitude through the State. Those in
favor of the Fulton road are willing to
connect with any line passing near 32
but wish to have their own choice in
selecting the tapping point. Some of
ihem favor Fort Graham, on the Bra-
zos, othets prefer the Trinity.
^The Opelousas company has its
friends, who, we believe, are advocat-
ing the propriety of crossing the Sa-
bine below 32, ind making a connec-
tion with the direct road at the most
el:gible point.
There it a strong feeling in favor of
the Pacific road. There may be some
little difficulty in adjusting details. A
proper spirit of concession will obviate
everything of this nature. There cían
no valid objection to allowing the
Fulton and the Opelousas roads to con-
nect with the direct line at suitable and
advantageous points. And why not
leave them e margin for the exercise
of a proper discretion in the matter ?
No one doubts the importance of being
placed in communication with the
north-western States, by way of Ful-
ton ; and with the valley of the Mis-
sissippi, by way ofVicksburgandNew
Orleans. Such a course of policy will
be advantageous to the State, and add
to the general profits of all concerned.
We think it probable an act will be
passed, authorising the construction of
a road near the parallel of 32, and pro-
viding for the connection of the Fulton
and 0pelousa8 roads.
It is probable the pre-emption l^w
will be amended. A bill having that
object in view is under consideration
in the Senate. Also, a bill in relation
to escheated and forfeited lands, and a
bill increasing the fees of civil officers.
A law establishing a system of free
common schools, will, it is thought, be
passed. The one already introduced
will be modified and amended. On
this subject a contrariety of opinion
exists. However, it is second to none
iti importance.
DC/" Friend Robinson, of the Hunts-
ville Item, has enlarged his sheet. He
appears quite in love with the "head"
of his paper. We think it very cred-
itable. The item has a reputation for
spirit and spiciness. The previous la-
bors of the editor bear good evidence
of the future ability end wit the pub-
lic may anticipate in thejwlumns of
the Item. Again we say we have no
judges and honorables, and the smaller
titles are not considered worthy of
thought or mention." Tlese endless
attempts at manufacturing a pseudo-
notoriety should never be encouraged
in a republican community, nor recog-
nised, except to be rebuked. Let the
Journal speak for itself:
'•There are militia generals in politics.-*' said
Mr. Randolph, locking towards Gen. Varnum,
"who have never marshalled a single brigade."
The orator of Roanoke was right—
quite right, as every man, woman and
child who has chanced to visit Austin
during the session of the legislaftre
can testify. For, are not a majority of
the individuals who compose that au-
gust assemblage—the lobby—colonels
or generals, who are no soldiers, and
judges, who are no lawyers ? We, the
free American people, venerate titles,
regard ess of the merits of those who
wear them. Having no hereditary aris-
tocracy, no legal distinctions of rank,
we are compelled to gratify our ;<pen-
chant" for the real article by approxi-
mating it as near as we can, and by
worshipping the shams spontaneously
produced from our own dear native
soil. It is in some respects a harmless
enjoyment. Titles are readily assum-
ed and freely recognised, and as both
the flattered and the flatterers are grat-
ified? we are not at all inclined to dis-
turb their mutual complacency. For
cur own part, we do not profess to be
at all times wholly free from this weak-
ness ourselves, and although when we
hear a high-sounding military title ap-
plied, we are somewhat inclined to in-
quire what protracted service in the
field, or what gallant feat of arms has
earned it; and when we hear a person
styled Judge, we \fish to know over
what court of record he has presided.
We have learned to curb our curiosity,
and as a matter of course treat the pos-
sessor o( a title as a man of superior
merit—as one entirely above the plain
untitled citizen. On principle, we con-
tend \ve are right. Does not the bare
assumption of a title, civil or military,
argue an aspiring ambition ; and does
not the persistence in wearing it when
assumed, prove a high order of firm-
ness ? Ambition and firmness are no
mean elements of success, and consid-
ered as such, no matter in what way
they may be developed, deserve to be
treated with a certain sort of res-pect.
It has been said that the first man
who swallowed an oyster was a hero.
We concede it. We only go further
in asserting the same principle when
we say that the first man who, being
no soldier, assumed to be a colonel or
a general ; or who. being no lawyer,
assumed to be judge, was a hero, like-
wise.
When men of title, not content with
the mere assumption of titular rank,
show their lofty ambition in attempt-
ing vast enterprises combining private
weal and public good they are in a still
greater degree deserving of our res-
pect
It is from the foregoing considera-
tions that we revere the lobby and seek
(alone of all the corps editorial) to make
known to the public not only its con-
stituent elements, but its proceedings
at large. Though the legislature may
receive from it some reflected lustre,
every observing man knows better than
to ascribe too much credit to the legis-
lature. for what may be done, but will
rather give the greater part of praise
THE CAPITOL.
houston, texas.
THIS well known Hotel, situated in the most
healthy part of the city, has undergone a
thorough repair. Ten new bed-rooms and a
large Social Hall have been added. The house
is now in all respects equal to any in the State
for comfort, both in winter and summer.
There is no bar in the House; but a well fur-
nished one is convenient. I have employed a
cook unsurpassed by any. A well furnished
and attended stable, with plenty of cistern wa-
ter. attached to the premises. An Omnibus will
be always ready to convey customers to and
from the boats free of charge.
I respectfully solicit the patronage of the pub-
lic. I promise my customers fare equal to any
in the State, and if I fail of my promise, I will
make no charge.
T. B. J. HADLEY, Proprietor.
Oct. 29, 1851. I6:::tf
WILLIAM OLIPHANT,
Watch-Maker and Jeweller,
CONGRESS AVENUE, AUSTIN, TEXAS,
HAS located permanently in this city. He
has on hand, and will continue to keep, an
assortment of fine Watches and Chains for la-
dies and gentlemen; Breast-pins, Ear-rings,
Gold Pens, Gold Thimbles. Spectacles, and
other articles in his line of business He will,
trom time to time, make such additions to his
stock as the wants of the market may require.
He determined to sell cheap, and will war-
rant any article to be what it is represented.
He is in daily expectation of ihe reception
of a large number oí Clocks, Tools, and mate-
rials. " 27
R. W. MARTIN,
ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW
san augustine, texas.
Will act as General Land Agent for the
State, and as Collecting Agent for Eastern
Texas.
March, 16, 1853. ]no40l
F. B RICH TA,
DEALER IN
Staple and Fancy Dry Goods, Ready-made Cloth-
ing, Boats, Shoes and flats.
Also, keeps constantly on hand a well se-
lected stock of Gentlenen's and Ladies'
Furnishing Goods of every description.—
Corner of Pecan and Brazos streets.
Austin, Nov. 17, 1S53. [1]
GUSTAVUS KIRCHBERG,
Blacksmith and Wagon Maker,
Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas,
HAS on hand a fine lot of material in his
line of business.
He manufactures the celebrated Illinois
ploughs, known as May's patent, which are of
a very superior quality.
For the purpose of making these ploughs, he
has engaged the services of a first rate me-
chanic, who has long followed the business,
and whose work will be warranted.
Gunsmithing will, as heretofore, be neatly
and promptly executed.
Jan. 12. 1853. [26:tf]
ALLEN & BAGBY,
Storage and Commission Merchants.
CORNER OF MAIN AND COMMERCE STS
Houston, Texas,
HAVE the most extensive and secare accommo-
dation for storage of Cotton an Merchandise,
immediately adjacent to the Steamboat Wharf.
' Au*. 20."
thepresidéiíT'Fhoüse:
by mrs. smith, widow of the late j. n.
o. smith,
Corner of Main and Preston sts., oppo-
site the Post-office, Houston.
Rates of Board,
Per month, with Lodging, $16 00
Per month, without Lodging, 14 00
Per day, (no40) 3 0
r. w. peirce. r. p. kelly. j. k. peirge, jr.
IMPROVED DAGUERREOTYPES.
Peirce, Kelly fy Pf irce
AVE associated themselves together,
in the Daguerrean art, in the city of
Austin, and are prepared to executc life-like
likenesses, of the latest and most approved
styles.
With long experience and close attention
to this rnost beautiful art, we feel confident
in saying, that our pictures will compare
both in the life-like expression of the per-
sons taken, and the blending of the colors
to nature, with those taken by the best ar-
tists in the United States.
DAGUERREuTVPE EÍCELSIOR !!
This imitation of "Miniature on Ivory,"
is the most beautiful improvement in the
art, and the most discerning eye but seldom
distinguishes this from the reality.
Our instruments are the best, which ena-
ble us to take pictures iu all kinds of wea-
ther, and from the smallest for the ring to
the full size
We could gire numerous complimentary
notices of our ¿kill in the art, hut only soli-
cit ladies and gentlemen to visit our room,
(over Morris' store on Pecan street.) where
they can examine numerous and elegant
specimens that speak for themselves
Austin, Nov. 18, 1S53. [1:3m]
NOTICE
S hereby given, that at the September
term of the Probate Court for Travis
county, 1853, David C. Edmiston was ap-
pointed administrator of the estate of Wm.
G. Shawn, dee'd. Persons who holdclaime
against said estate are therefore required to
come forward and present them, and those
who are indebted to make payment.
DAVID C. EDMISTON, Admr.
Nov. 14, 1S53. [l:6w]
RICE & NICHOLS,
HOUSTON, TEXAS,
Wholesale and Retail Merchants,
KEEP constantly on hand every description ot
Dry Goods, Groceries', Hardware and Cutlery.
n6:lv Houston, Aueru-l 30.
objection to your "head" as displayed
• •ii_ ii i ittuict give uic ^icaivr pan ui piaisc
in rather quaintly «haped letters at the t0 that body to vv*hom it. so justly be-
top of your columns, nor to your head longs.
editorial; both will bear inspection.—
However, before closing, we should
like you would be a little particular in
mentioning ourselves in connection
with matters matrimonial. You and
the 8an Antonio Ledger indulged in
some remarks calculated to disparage
GEORGE HANCOCK
IS receiving and opening the largest stock of
goods ever opened in Austin, which he of-
fers for sale at his old corner.
He has just received Irish P&tatoes, Onions,
white Beans, Rice, Bacon, Dried Apples, Lard,
Oil, Molasses, Sardines and Pickles.
Clothing! Clothing!!
r7KPU'™°"„,f:LyOU,rhfUl aPP™e' I ing—black
In the computation of years we have t ^rown ^ over-coats; cloth, pilot cloth and
never objected to carrying one after the J blankets a large stock, pants a large~and gen-
teens, but this thing of making « long eral assortment, vests, shirts and drawers to
.... ,, , • , . suit all.
addition, by carrying gray hairs, we Boots and Shoes, Hats and Caps.
deprecate. "An thou lovest me, Hal," Hosiery ot every description. 50 doz. Ten-
, . . nessee wool socks.
never do it again. Blankets. Caroetinír and Matting.
TITLES.
The subjoined remarks of the Gal'
veston Journal on this subject are not
inappropriate, if ever a mania for ti-
tles existed in any country to a greater
extent than in the United States,# there
it no record of the fact; and in this
particular, the '-Star State" rather takes
the lead of all her sisters. To use the
expressive language of a backwoods-
man—'*we have a sprinkle of generals,
& shower of colonels, a drizzla of
WALSH'S LIVERY STABLE.
THE subscriber would
respectfully inform the pub-
lic, that he has erected com-
— 'modious stables and car-
riage houses, that he is amply supplied with
provender, and is prepared to receive horses
at livery—which will be undur his personal
superintendence. Horses kept to hire. He
also keeps on hand and for hire, at reasona-
ble rates, carriages and buggies. Strangers
wishing to hire, will be expected to give se
curity.
J8^* Stables north-east of the Orleans
House. D WALSH.
Austin, Dec. 8, 1852. [22:tfl
HEW GOODS.
FALL AND WINTER, 1853.
SAMPSON ¿f HENRICKS,
RESPECTFULLY announce to the citizens
of Austin, and Travis county general v,
that they are now offering the LARGEST
and BEST ASSORTED stock of goods
ever shown in this county, which they will
sell at the lowest remunerating prices. The
stock consists in part of fancy and staple
DRY GOODS,
to which they particularly invite the atten-
tion of the ladies.
CLOTHING,
of every description, for gentlemen. Also,
boots and shoes ; hats, caps and bonnets ;
umbrellas and parasols ; paiuts, oils and
glass ; stationery and fancy goods , hard-
ware and cutlery ; india rubber goods ;
carpeting and oil cloths ; wood and tin
ware; plows and corn-shellers ; cooking
and parlor stoves; agricultural implements ;
saddles and harness ; crockery and stone
ware ; furniture, etc., etc. Together with
a full assortment of
GROCERIES;
¡ and all other articles necessary "in a com-
! plete stock.
LOST.—The lost certificates of head-
rights of Young and Ewing Caruthers,-—<
Young Caruthers 1-3 of a league,. Ewing
Caruthers an augmentation of about 370
acres, issued ny the Board of Land Com-
missioners of Washington county.
Unless heard of within the time prescribed
by law, I wi'l apply to the proper depart-
ment for duplicates.
ALLEN CARUTHERS,
Admr. of Young & Ewing Caruthers.
Oct. 29, 1853. 20-9w.
ARTIST.
r^HARLES LAVENDER, from Paris, would
^ respectfully inform the citizens ot Austin
that he has taken rooms, and is fully pre-
pared to paint any portraits that the oitizsns
may honor him with.
Austin, Nov. 1, 1853. 20
R. M. M'ALPIN. ~ p. 8.M1LLKS.
R. M. McALPJN «fe CO.,
Wholesale Grocas and Dealers in fVints and
Liquors, 7 Canal st. Row, and 20 Com-
mon st-., New Orleans.
WE invite the particular attention of Mer-
chants and Planters to our very largo
and well selected stock of Fresh Groceries.
Nov. 4, 1853. [21:1 jr
LOST OR STOLEN.
SOME time during the mouth of October, ten
head ot mules, with Mexican brands, left
the range near the residence of Alfred Smith.
Any person delivering any or all of said mules
to myself or Alfred Smith, on Walnut Creek, or
giving information in regard to them, will b«
liberally rewarded. WM M. FARROW.
Nov. 5, 1853. [21:3t#]
~ NOTICE.
THE undersigned' has located perma-
nently in this city, and will clean, repair
and warrant watches and clocks, and repair
Jewelry, Musical Boxes and AccordeonB.
For Sale.—Eight day clocks, Jewelry,
gold and steel pens, razors and strops, pock
et and table knives, door locks and latches,
hammers, candlesticks, coffee mills, flower
vases, powder, letter paper, flutes, needles,
sewing silk, silk gloves, small silk shawls,
vest and shirt buttons, toilet soaps, together
with a great variety of other articles too te-
dious to mention, which will be sold very
low for cash only.
Shop on Congress Avenue, two doors
above the late Lamar Moore's brick house.
N. B.—A lot of medicine on hand.
JOSIAH BISHOP.
October 22, 1853. 19m3
J. F. SPENCER,
DENTAL SURGEON,
from shreveport, LOUISIANA
IN tendering his services to the inhabitantsoi
A US TIN, and its vicinity, and asking for a.
portion of iheir patronage, deems it prop-
er to remark that his attention has been
given to DENTAL SURGERY, in its va-
rious branches, for many years; and that
during this time he has practised in different
parts of the country, giving, wherever thus
engaged, entire satisfaction, and receiving,
as evidences of ability and success, high
commendation and approval. To those per-
sons who have had unfortubate experience
in the way of improper and unskilful Den-
tal operations, it is necessary to say, that
operations on the teeth, unless perfomtea
properly, are dear at any price. That no
art can entirely restore, and no money suf-
ficiently recompense the injury which is fre-
quently .caused by unskilful treatment of the
teeth, fie would call the attention of those
who aro so unfortunate as to have carious
teeth,,to the great object of his pride and
oTArtinn of endeavoring to excel in the im-
eilStpCkl- - At yortant art of saving** them. Millions of
saved, by timely and judicious treatment
our superior
SAMPSON
iV
w. s. oldham. j. f. marshall.
Oldham & Marshall,
A TTORNE YS A T LA W,
city of austin, texas,
PRACTISE in the district courts of the
2d and 3d judicial districts, and in the Su-
preme Court of the State, and in the Unit-
p(5 States district court at Austin
They , p = =—
will also act as land agents and attorneys for ¡ A STINGS: side and ham Bacon ;
Jewelry.
HENRICKS,
October—£no 17tf] Austin, Texas.
ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE.
T the September Term of the Pro-
• bate Court of Travis County, the
undersigned was appointed Administrator
of the estate of James Belden, dee'd. t ^ w
This is to notify all those indebted to ¡ j^í. esta^ of VRobe'rt c! Todd,'deceisci has
said estate, to come forward and settle the j fi|e¿ his application, praying that an uncon-.
same ; and those having claims against the I ditional headright Certificate for three han-
estate, to present them duly authenti- j drea an(i twenty acres be issued to the heirs
cated within twelve months from date, or 0f the said Robert C. Todd. Notice is
they will be barred by law. therefore given to all persons that uuless
REASON B. PCJMPH RLY, good cause is shown to the contrary said eer-
Adm'r estate of James Belden, dee'd. j tificate will be issued by the County C««rt
Austin, Oct. 8, 1S53—£nol7]] i 0f Travis County on the third Monday in
\TA?Amhfir n**xt A. TK. MflfilLL
tgfr, Ladies visited at their residences3f
required. He would farther remark, that
i he has permanently settled in Austin. _ t:
• 1©- Office and residence on Congress
Avenue, opposite the Methodist Church.
NOTIC2 ~
j M. LUCKETT. the administrator of tfw
" — - — — — Q ^ •" w • V • U (Ut
soldiers, or other heira who are entitled to
lands under the laws of the Republic of Tex -
as. 4
DR. G. T. BOARDMAN,
Late firm of Smith 4* Boardman, Surgeon Den-
tists, Lafayette Square, New Orleans.
¿«nragncgl Respectfully announces to
Aral W V 1) W k*5 Citizens of Austin, and its
Flour; Sugar; manilla Rope and
x Cut Sows, just received and for sale
by June 24. G. W. HANCOCK.
ríísTfí V T OWNSR\n~ivn^l
II
- - vicinity, that he is permanent 1 n
. ly located here, and will devote his exclusive I an(j more commodious building for her school,
Heavy Negro Clothing, Shoes and Blankets.. attention to the practice of his profession in all ; . n acconjuiodate a larger number of
Kersey, Linsey, Georgia Pluns, &c. i its various branches. He would especially call ¡ , , , f Parents and «n^rd
2 boxes ot the imest Tobacco e*er opened in j the attention of the public to his method of pre- fcbolars tú.au be,f?1rf* "^arf0 tS nd guard*
serving teeth by plugging, thousands of which ' ian8 trusting children to her care maybe
are annually iost by neglect and bad opera- sure ot her best endeavors to nromote their
ArfiHnial tppfh inoortoil nn fVia vnnct im-
Clerk C. C. T. C.
Austin* Oct. 29, ISÓ3. 20
THE SWISHER HOUSEL
I^HE subscriber has rented the above
respectfully inform h«"pa^ , w.U-knoV bouse, and will tak
friends, and the public, that the 5th. term ™ the firs day of October ne£
of ber school will commence on Monday the He "' b? P^P^d o entertain traveler,
5th September, ,853.. Having built a larger
Austin.
12 baskets Champagne.
Carpenters will do well ky examining my
lot of Tools.
A very heavy lot of Saddlery of every de-
scription, quality and price.
A large assortment of Marseiles Quilts and
Furniture Fringe, very low.
Travellers will do well to examine my lot of
Trunks, Carpet Bags, Valises, &c.
Austin. Nov. 26. 1853.
au a'¿%
HUGH McQUEEN,
ATTORNEY AT LAW,
Galveston. Texas.
tions. ,.uw —
proved system.
Office on Hickory Street., leading from Con-
gress Avenue to the Old Capitol, bélow the
Temperance Hall.
Dr. Boardman will visit professionally ladies
and families, when desired.
Austin, Jan. 12, 1853. 27
J. H.1LLIES & C07
Importing and Shipping Merchants.
ivtn rialvAst/in.
intellectual and moral improvements. All
the branches taught in eastern seminaries
will be taught in this school.
For terms of tuition and other informa-
tion apply at the school room near Judge
Oldham's, on College Avenue, Austin, Tex-
For reference apply to the following
o e
1611
patrons of the school:
Col. Thos. Wm. Ward; Gen. Johnson;
T- H. Duval, Sec'y of State; Capt. Connor:
Thos. Freeman : L. Horst. flCiiro"
the market supplies. E^yery possible atten-
tion will btj paid to boarders and travelers to
render them comfortable.
A plentiful supply of provender will ba an
hand at all times, for horses. One of tho
best ostlers in the Stato has been employed.
In short, the determination is/o accommo-
date persons as it SHOULD be done, and
to leave nothing undone that- will give nt
isfaction to patrons.
S G. NOR^VRLL.
Aoatin. Sent. 24. ,53—no!5tf.
JUST received and for sale n*ts,
Boot , by G™ W4
Austin. Nov. 1. 1853.
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