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FIRST CONGRESS FIRST SESSION.
IN SENATE.
Saturday, three o'clock,-, m.
The senate met pursuant to adjo'irnment.-
A message from the house ofreprcscJntatives yyas received,
confirming the contract of major-general Mimicam Hunt, was
taken ap. y """
'The .rule being -suspended,
.The joint resolution from the house was read three several
.time !, and passed unanimously ,Z
Mr. Wharton introduced ajoint resolution, authorising the
president to re-organize the army of Texas, &c.
The rule was suspended; and
The l esolution was read three several times, and passed.
On motion,
The house adjourned until Monday morning, 10 o'clock.
Monday Morning, November 7, 1836.
The Senate met pursuant to adjournment the Vice-President
in the chair.
The senate went into secret session, and after some time
.spent thereiu, the doors were opened.
Reports from standing committees being called for,
Mr. Ellis arose and remarked: As chairman of the com-
mittee on foreign relations, he held in his hand a report from
that committee, which he was happy to state was unanimously
agreed upon by each member of the committee; it may be con-
sidered by some, a labored report: it was true that this report
covers a vast ground that it embraces various subjects: yet
(continued Mr. Ellis) it must be acknowledged by every one that
the world at large should be fully informed of the statistics of
this country, lie thought that the people in the United Mates
were much mistaken in the resources and topography of Texas.
Therefore he was not willing to barely leave the annexation of
a country so vast in extent so fertile and so salubrious as this
to one or two single individuals, or was he willing to cast this
important subject upon an ocean of uncertainty.
He then called upon the senate to direct their attention for a mo-
ment to the great anxiety and loud voice of this Republic to be attach-
ed to the mother country. He then went on to state if the fact should
turn out so unhappily, that the United States should be heedless to the
call if it should turn a deaf ear to the appeal England, yes Great
Britain was the country was the land to which this Republic must
next turn and direct its attention for a recognition of its independence
for treaties of amity and commerce. He then went on, forcibly rnd
ably pointing out the various advantages which would result to th s Re-
public, and also to Great Britain, in such an arrangement, He once
more turned his attention to the annexation of this Republic to the Uni-
ted States, and spoke feelingly on that subject, manifesting much anxic-
jtythat it should take place; when he submitted the report.
For report, see No. 3&
On motion of Mr. Everett, 500 copies were ordered to be printed.
The act to legalize marriage licenses was called up on its second
reading.
Whereupon a debate arose, in which Messrs. Robertson, Horton,
Everett and Cozine participated, when,
On motion of Mr. Horton,
The bill was referred to the committee on the judiciary.
The bill authorizing the President to have the colonization laws
translated, was read a third time and passed.
JL Everett introduced a resolution .allowing the President to have
a private secretary, with a salary of 2000 per annum; and also allow-
ing the private secretary of the late President the same salary; read
a. first time and ordered to a second reading.
The resolution of Mr. Wharton, providing that when any question
of rule or" order, not decided by the regulations adopted for the govern-
ment of the senate, Jefferson's Manual should be authority, was placed
on its second reading, and after some remarks from several senators,
the resolution was adopted.
Mr. Ellis said, the committee on foreign relations had no vain pride
about them, and the printing of such a large number of the report would
detain this senate longer than he wished to put off the resolutions con-
tained in that report; he therefore moved a reconsideration of the vote
taken this morning for-the printing of 500 copies of that report carried.
He then moved 'that twenty-five copies of the resolutions recom-
mended in that report be inserted. Adopted.
On motion, the senate .adjourned until to-morrow morning, at ten
o'clock.
FUBIiIC NOTICE.
JHE ateTyibont-ELLOW-STONE, Thomas W. Gray-
son -Master, will make trips, for the service of the public,
Hetween Qtiintana and Washington, on the Brazos, when
thp 5tnlf nt tlm wntor will nprmif :inil will cnlliev nartro
L..ti rwbSVirri vi UKl nassenuers for any of the intermediate places, for
which she has superior accommodations, and will make equitable charges. For
the undertaking and prosecution of this arrangement, the ifellow-Stone will
require snpplies of wood, at the undermentioned places, which will be paid for
on delivery, at 3 per cord, for good ash or hackberry split fine and 4 feet long.
At Washington, 23 cords of wood will be wanted.
Between Washington and Groce's plantation 100 "
At or near Groce's, 50 u
At San Felipe de Austin, 50 "
At or near Muskogee Bluff, 50 "
At Richmond, 100 "
At or neir Henry Jones's, 100 "
In the neighbourhood of Big Creek, ... 30 "
At or near Builvar, I0D u
At any convenient landing place between
?.Iarion and Qulntana, . . . ". . . 300
31tf THOS. W. GRAYSON
FOR the accomodation ot travelles, as well as thoe coming to or returning
from congress, I have opened a house for public entertainment, at
tne ;rfn place, near JJolivar crossing. P. R. SPLANE.
Oct. 21, 183b'. 303
TO THE LOVERS OF THE SPORTS OF THE TURF.
I WILL run against any horse, mare, or celding that can be produced at my
place, knon as the Gin Plice, six hundred yards or one mile, .agreeable to
the rules of racing, for any n lined sum often thousand dollars, or under.
P. R. SPLANE.
Colnmbi.i, Oct. 17, 1836. 35-5
DOCTOR T. IiJEER,
ATE Vice President of the .Medical Society in New-Orlean, havinsr se-
'ectcd this place (Jolumb"a) as his fut ire residence, offers h's pr ilession-
.icesin all its bran -he3, i ieludin: midwifery, sarirerv, ic. to the inha
bitants of this p irt of fie country generally. He will kee,) a general assort-
me it of me licinc?, perfumery, S:c. constantly on hand. i
Reference, Wit. H. Pvttov, Columbia.
Colombia, Oct. Id. 354
Until 1st January, 1838.
That well known stand on the Colorado river, formerly occupi-
d by Robert J. Moselv, deceased. There are sixty acre under
fence, a id comfortable dwellings, and Is undoubtedly the first stand on the Co-
lorado for a lioue of entertainment. For particulars apply to the subscriber
in Cole's settlement. ROBT. STEVENSON.
Nov. G, 1836. 373
ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE.
ETTERP of Administration having been granted to the sub-criber, on
the Estate of Thomas Todd, deceased, this second day of November 1836,
he nereby notifies all persons indebted to said Etate to make immediate pay-
ment, and tho-e having claims against the sime, will present them within the
legal time, or they will be fore er barred.
JAMES MURPHY, AdmT.
Columbia, Nov. 2nd. 1836. 363
HANDY & &UK
AVE justreceived per the schr Col. Fannin, a lar-e supply of seasonable
giiods, among which are brown Havana Su;ar, double refiapd Loaf Sugar,
oo.ieeand Imperial Tea, Fiench and Peach Brandy, Holland Gin, ba"t recti-
fied Old WhI-key, very superior Champaigne Wine, a variety of Cordials, Snr-d'ne-,
Lard, &c &c. Also, a very extnnsive aso-tmpnt of READY" MADE1
WINTER CLOTHING, xt-a three point Mackinaw Blankets, red and while
FLATNEL, painted THIBET, &c. &c. black an.l white SILK and FOR
HATS, BOOTS and SHOES of every ariety, and the finest lot of BELT and
HOLSTER PISTOLS, ever offered for sale in Texas. Nov8-27lm
Administrator's Sale.
THE subscriber, having beon appointed administrator on the estateof Doct.
Amos Pollird, wiil offer at public sale on thc2)th inst. if not previously
disposed of atpriatesnlc, in the town of Columbia, a HOUSE and LOT, now
occupied by Mrs. Fames. - 37 3t L. KELCEY, Administrator.
Admiaiistrator's Notice.
THE subscriber, having been appointed administrator on the estate of Dr.
Amos Pollard, deceased, notifies all ne-sons indebted, to make payment
immediately: and those having claims, to present them within the legal time., or
they will he barred. L. KELCEY, Administi ator.
Columbia, Nov. 7th, 1836 37-3t
-. -W. LEWIS,
Attorney and Counsellor at Law.
TENDERS his professional services to the citizens of Texas; with the assu-
rance that nothing shall be wanting on his part to render general satis-
faction. Columbia, Nov. 1st. 1836. 363
Administrator's Notice.
THE undersigned, having been appointed administrator of the estate of
EPHRAIM" ANDERSON, deceased, notifies all persons indebted to said
estate, to make payment; and those having claims, to prcent the same within
the time prescribed by law. WILLIAM ECKEL, Administrator.
Brazoria, Nov. 6. 1836. 38 eow3
jelding, to run,
Tuesday, November 8, 1836.
The senate met.
The vice-president having called the house to order,
The journals were read.
The bill for the ratification of the charter of the bank of commerce
and agriculture, having been made the order of this day, was taken up;
And on motion of Mr. Horton,
Was laid on the table.
The fen articles, together with the preamble and resolutions con-
cerning the annexation of this republic to the United States, as recom-
mended by the committee on foreign relations, was taken up; and
On motion-of Mr. Ellis,
The sen ite went into a quasi committee upon said articles and re-
solutions; Mr. Morehouse in the chair.
The committee having sat sometime, rose, reported pngress and
amendments. When
The bill wa5s engrossed for a third reading,
Mr. Ellis "moved a suspension of the rule, and the articles and re-
solutions were read a third time and passed unanimously.
A message from the house of representatives, was received by their
secretary, Mr. Faris, informing the senate that the hoase had unani-
mously adopted joint resolutions explaining the different acts in i ela-
tion to the services of volunteers, ' and extending the acts relating to
bounties of lands. Also,
That the house of representatives had concurred with the senate
in the joint resolutions appointing a joint committee to affix the seat of
' government; and that they had appointed Messrs. Green, Rowe and
Cartwright said committee, on their part.
The resolution allowing the president a private secretary, was
taken up; and
On motion of Mr. Horton,
The salary of said officer was fixed at one thousand five hundred
" -dollars per annum.
, "Mr. Evorett introduced a resolution'affixing a day for the adjourn-
, ment of congress, which, according to rule, lies one day on the table.
l Mr. 'Everett gave notice that on to-morrow he would introduce a
bill to incorporate a company with banking privileges, to be called pre-
sident, directors, and company of the Natchez Bank.
. On motion of Mr. Horton,
xThe senate adjourned until 8 o'clock, P. M.
q BB
PUBLIC SAYJR.
kN Thursday, the 17th instant, the prize schooner Mexicano and cargo,
V Will be Sold at VelnfiCO? the snip t l ranh'nun fr.im ilnv tn linv nnUI l,....l
By orderbf the Judge in and for the district of Brazos, having admiralty jurisl
Jlctivni J - TtOBT. J. CALDER, Sheriff.
t ciorcu, oTemoer iu, iOdD. d . at
COLUMBIA RACES.
THE Columbia turf w-'H be opened for any horse, mare or
on the 21, 22 and 23 of November next, as follows:
First day, for two miles and repeat, entrance, $150.
Second day, for one mile, " " 2T).
Third do 159.
Fourth, any'horse, mare or gelding, single dash
of a mile, 100.
The track will be put in srood order immediate!', by the undersigned, and
will be guided by the Nashville rules and regulations.
JACOB EBERLY,
JOHN CHAFFIN,
GEORGE BROWN.
Columbia, Nov. 5, I83P. 37-2
A REVOCATION OF BLOCKADE,
By the Preside xt op the Republic of Texas.
Whereas it hath been heretofore solemnly proclaimed and published,
under the j-ulhoritv and by the act of ihe government ad interim of the
Republic of Texn?, that the port of Mitarmras in the state of Tamau-
hpas and Republic of Mexico, compnsinn- ihe mouth of the Rio Grande
and the Brazos Santiaga, and also all the inlets, estuaries and passes
east of it, were to be nnd continue in a state of actual blockade from and
after the twenty first day of July last past:
And whereas the constitutional government of this Republic, be
lieve it m longer usehu or necessary to obstruct the same, and being
willing at present to allow free passage therein and thereout, t' all oth-
er nations at peace with this Republic and to encourage their foreign and
domestic trade :
Now therefore, I Sam. Houston, President of the said Republic
of Texas, by virtue of the power vested in me, and by and with the ad-
vice and consent of the Senate, do by these presents proclaim and de-
clare the said Ports, inlets, estuaries and passes, and each and every
ot them, accessible, free and open to the lawful commerce of all Fnen
TMM WW W WOTOT&-
SITUATED at the head of navigation, on the West bank of Buffalo Bayou,
is now for the first time brought to public notice because, until now, "the
proprietors were not ready to offer it to the public, with the advantages of cap-
ital and improvements.
The city of Houston is located at a point on the river which must ever
command the trade of the largest and richest portion of Texas. By reference
to the map, it will be een tnat the trade ot fean Jacinto, Spring Creek, New-
Kentucky and the Brazos, above and below Fort Bend, must necessarily rone
to this place, and will at this time warrant the employment of ,at least One
Million Dollars of capita, and when the rich lands of this country shall be
settled, a trade will flow to it, making it, beyond air doubt, the great inte-
rior commercial emporium of Texas.
The city of Houston is distant 15 miles from the Brazos rher, 30 miles, a
little North of East, from San Felippe, CO miles from Washington, 40 miles
from Lake Creek, 30 miles South West from New Kentucky, aud 15 miles by
water and 8 or 10 by land above Harrisburg. Tide water runs ;to this place
and the louest depth ol water is about si feet. Vessels from New Orleans or
New ifork can sail without obstacle to this place, and steamboats of the larg-
est clas can run down to Gaheston Island in 8 or 10 hours, in all seasons of
the ear. It is but a lew hours sail down the bay, where one may take an ex
cursion of pleasure and enjoy the luxuries of fish, fowl, oysters and sea bathiutr.
Galveston harbor being the only one in which vessels drawing a large draft of
water can navigate, must necessarily render the Island the great naval and
commercial depot ot the country.
The city of Houston must be the place where arms, amunitions and provi-
sions for the government will be stored, because, situated in the very heart of
the country, it combines security and the means jf easy distribution J and a na-
tionnl armory will no doubt very soon be established at thi point.
There is no place in Texas more healthy, having an abundance of excel-
lent spring water, and enjoying the sea breeze in all its freshness. No place in
Texas possesses o many advantages for building, having Pine, Ash, Cedar nnd
O.ik in iuexhaustible quantities; also the tall and beautiful Magnolia grows in
abundance, in the vicinity are fine quarries of stone.
Nature appears to have designated this place for the future seat of Govern-
ment. It Is handsome and beautifully elevated, salubrlou-and well watered,
and now in the xery heait or centre of population, and will be so for a length
ot time to come, it combines two important advantages: a communication
wltn the coast and foreign countries aud with the different portions of this Re
public. As the country shall improve, rail roads will become in use, and will
be extended trom this point to the Brazo-, and up the same, also from this un to
the head waters of San Jacinto, embracing that rich country, and in a few
,ears the whole trade of the upper Brazos wiil make its way into Gaheston
B ly through this channel.
Preparations ai e now making to trect a water Saw Mill, nnd a large Pub-
lic House for accommodation, wiil soon be opened. Steamboats now run in
this river, and will in a short time commence running regularly to the Island.
The proprietors offer the lots fors ile on moderate terms to those who desire
to improve theiu, and invite the public to examine for themselves.
A. C. ALLEN, for
August 30, 1836. Gm A. C. & J. K. ALLEN.
F
NOTICE.
LL persons are forewarned against trading for certificates issued to John
Reese, viz:
.iu 116 land certificate, for nine hundred and sixty acres, signed bv Geo.
V. Poc, acting paymaster general. , .
No. dl'3 pay certificate for one hundred and twelre dollars, audited by the
auditor ot pubile accounts.
The above beiug lawfully ray property, all persons are cautioned against,
b lyi i , or a ! II a ; the saom, as paym-i it has beaa stopped at the proper officei
O.aiut i a, Oct. 30, 1636. 37-tf JNO. N. REED.
ERGONS indebted to the firm of Baker &. Borden for Printing, are request-
ed to make immediate payment, either to ' T
JOSEPH BAKER, or
G. fc T. H. BOKDEN.
. ABBIXTCSTRAVOR'S WOTICE.
THE subscriber having been appointed Administrator by the Hon. Judge B.
C. Franklin of the juri-diction of Brazoria, on the estate of James Thaxter
Jv-'i-eased,-hereby notifies all persons indebted to said e-tate to make payment
i umediately , and'those having claims, agtiinst the same will present theni in "due
lime or they will be forever barred. u " r-
WALTER C. WHITE, Admr.
Columbia, Nov. lst,183G. - 373
ABilIINISXRATOR'S NOTICE.
THE sub-criber, having been appointed Administrator by the Hon. Judge
B. C. Franklin, of the jurisdiction of Brazoria, on the estate of Pelatiah
vv. Gordon, deceased, hereby notifies all persons indebed to said cstateHo
make payment immediately, and those havi.rg claims against the same will
present them in due time or they will be barred.
WALTER C. WHITE, Adm'r.
Columbia, Nov. 1st. 1836. 373'
NOTICE.
THE subscriber informs the public that he has established a FERRY across
the Brazos at Richmond, (alias) Fort Bend. This crossing on the Brazos
is on the most direct route to Nacogdoches, San Augustine, and in fact the best
road through the Brazos bottom of any place on the River.
JOHN V. 3IORTON.
Richmond, Nov. 1st. 1836. 363
300 BOJLI.ARS REWAR39.
TOLEN from Camp Johnson, on the Labaca, my large black horse, heaVy
and well formed, with no white on him, bein the one I rode to this coun
try, and whilst in command ol the cavalry.
Also, n very large dark brown bay horse, upwards of 16 hands high, with
black legs to the knees.
Also, a very fine blooded sorrel horse, 5 years old, with a small star in his
forehead all in tolerably low order, being the three horses I brought with me
to Texas. .
Also, a small dun marc mule, very well formed, and rides -well, bein the
same I rode On the Indian expedition. These horses are all well known in the
army, and particularly by those who wereiii the cavalry.
I will give S100 to obtain the horses and mule, and 203 to have the ,thief
or thieves delivered to me at head quarters, or at such place as I -can get them,
and pay all necessary expenses. 373 -FELIX I1U&TON.
RMAHAY
FROM the subscriber at different times since last winter, a num-
ber of African negroes, that are wandering about the country.
We have heard ot several being up on the Colorado and in Robin-
son's colony, which we have no doubt are ours.
Any person who will stop said nejroes, and have them sent
to the subscribers, in Brazoria, will he liberally rewarded, if they
prove to be ours on delivery. McNEELS, R. MILLS & Co.
Brazoria, Nov. 6, 1836. 37-5
. NOTICE.
INTRUMENT?, Writings, Conveyancing, and Translations from the Span-
ish will be executed with fidelity "by Bor.len &Co., who will also as soon as
the land office shall be opened, act as Asentsin selecting land and procuring
titles for persons entitled to the same -under the laws, or for services rendered
the Republic, terms, favorable.
Columbia September 20, 1836 tf.
pfy
WXICE.
THE Subscriber having been appointed administrator of the estate of
James Bradley deceased, hereby notifies all persons indebted to sald'estate
to make payment, ajid all those having claims against said estate, will present
the s ime within the time prescribed by law. ALEX. RUSSELL, im'r.
Brazoria, September IP. 1836 tf.
NOTICE.
HAVING been authorised by the Government, to raise a corps of regular
Cavalry for the army of Texa, in the county of San Antonio.de Bexar,
to serve during the present war, notice is herehy given to individuals desirous
ni' PuKsh'nir for that time, to sinnlv to the Lieut. Col. of Cavalrv. John N.
ly and neutral powers, in articles not contraband of war, and that the Sfuin, commandant of Bexar, and they will be received on the terms pre-
said Proclamation of Blockade, made as aforesaid, is withdrawn, revok
ed and no longer of any force or effect.
Provided. Always, nevertheless, that sa long as this Republic shall
continue at war with the said Republic of Mexico, the same liability to
capture shall exist on the high seas, which was lawful, prior to the pro
mulgation pf said Proclamation of Blockade, by the armed vessels of
this Republic, so that nothing herein contained shall be construed to ad-
mit the transportation by sea, of Mexican produce, goods, wares and
merchandize or other property, of what name or kind soevor, nor the im-
portation of articles contraband of war; either in Mexican vessels or
on neutral bottom. But that such and every such liability to capture
on the high seas, shall be in force and remain as fully, as if the said
Proclamation of Blockade had never been promulgated; and the said
goods and other property so prohibited as aforesaid, shall be liable to
capture and confiscation, any thing herein contained to the contrary
notwithstanding,
-- Done at Columbia this first day of November A. D.
1838, and of the Independence of said Re-
public the first.
SAM. HOUSTON.
ribed by Jaw.
Columbia, September 50, 183C m.
JOHN N. SEGUIN.
PERSONS wishing to pay the dues on land granted them, are hereby note
fied that treasuay orders are received in payment.
G. BORDEN Jr.
Collector for th$ Department of Brazos
Columbia, Oct. 21, 1836.
Persons having sesifc-treasury orders to make payment on land, are herecjr
notified that it is necessary the party making; payment should be present or
authorize some person to sign the receipt vv Inch it is necessary to transmit to
the treasury. G. B.
TO THE PUBLIC.
LL persons are hereby cautioned against, and forbidden to trade fo r tb
following described notes, viz.
One not , dated on or about the 12th day of Jury 1834, drawn by Jesse
Thompson in favor of Ramev nnd Biker, for one hundred and eleven dollars
and fifty cents, and payable January 1st. 1835.
ALSO: ,f,wo notes of about the same date, drawn by the same persons,
aa 1 payable it the "nine time; each for one hundred dollars.
07- Hiram Thompson, Administrator of the Estate of the late Jesse
Thompson, is p Tticulnrly requested to read thehbove, and govern himself ac-
cordingly. And all persons are informed that said notes are not negotiable.
San Felipe de Austin, Oct. 22, 1836. 363 L. RAMEY-.
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