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THE MORMON EMPIRE. THE VERY LATEST INTELLIGENCE. The Message of Governor Young to the Utah Legislature, WAMES OF THE MORMON OFFICERS. MIRACULOUS CASE OF HEALING. The Religion of the Latter Day Saints. THE FASHIONS, dic, dic. dic. ‘Fhe news from Great Salt Lake City, the chief | place of tho Mormon Empire, is to the 8th Feb. We received, several days ago, the Deseret News and private advices to that date. We have already | given the leading points of these accounts in the New | Yor« Herap, but the full details of affairs in that quarter are curious and interesting. Phe Legislature commenced its session in Great Palt Lake City on the first of January, and contin- wed in session until the first of Febraary, without intermission. Governor Young had appointed the eecond person in the Mormon Trinity, Willard Rich- ards, as Secretary of State, pro tem. Money was scarce. A large emigration was ex- pected in the spring to California; a large emigra- tion was also expected from Europe and the Eastern Btates. Tho crops this year will be largely incroased. ‘The firet of January was observed as Thanksgiving day throughont the territory. The Desered News of the i the follow'ng items of inte! Newrst Fasuton.—We understand that ono of the ladies of Utah appeared in the pnblic assemb! Jast Sabbath, clad ina buckskin sack, beautifully same material; the exhibition t h of January contains nee :— 5 ornamented with ub we have everywhere beard spoken of in the high praise, and we only wish that ithad beon our wife who had set this noble example. Surely this th by her werks; she believes ng 1d her nime will be regis- tered in the archives of Utah, as a pattern yd of imitation by all. Lucies of Deseret go to wit your mights, and do likewise, and your busbands Home Manvyactcre in Earnest —Capt. David Evans, Representative from Utah county, has made his appearance in the Representatives’ Hall, elad in his own family manufactured habiliments, worthy the imilation nabob. We understand i eut and made his garments, as well xs spun a the cloth, Mrs. Evans is worthy to stand by the side of the lady in the buckskin sack, whose name will be forthcoming by and by. Legislators, what say you for home productions ? Wanresp IMMEDIATELY to go to work, a man who knows how to convert the horns that are now wast- ing in our vulleye, into good combs. Enquire at the Post Office. GLvE wanted ir feet and paies, aud » cannot be made without gli some? Atthe same tin oil you can; ‘tis a first rate art Somer.—A eple Hunter, on Tu ve all your eattle’ Printers’ roll 3 will you mak all the neat’s for the ta Gth inet., at the Bab those elders who have been ar on foreign m House, to the wives th abeent more n one Presidents Young and Kimball, and many of the tirst e , Were = Tne Wratnrn is very mild and clear, but no snow in the valley. Coiw.—We are credibly certain individuals doing will not tuke th ley coin without a di 25 per cent, more or less, and, at the same time, will pass it to others at par. All persons will do well to rep as make a d coin, in ready y D imposed upon, b manufacture their own customer in exchange, is not_as Ss goods, at the eurrent prices 0} in our ket, we ree okeep their coin, und not i informed that there are inoss i y, who Hey eoin neighbois with such miserable trash as vi Hoes Buisries.—All the b enough to mrke biushes of ) ription, are wanted in. the Tithing office; l the Dretbren seque:ted to be particular in saving every Che. and p e-ent thom without del: Hairn.— s will be heir from their hides in to the Tithing office. mortar. TBELLows.— A turcr of hand-bellows is much needed. 0 into the busi ? lar to sev id deliver the auted to mix with Jehovah copes with wicked men, And in their evil hour, thrusts them down to heil in wrath, And then they icarn his pow'r. When wicked nations fall, there's joy, And God doth vit and laugh $ And angels bave their sacred sport, ‘Te blow them off as chaff, The wit of men; the gold of worlds, Cant save a sin-reorched soul ‘The sweeper comes ; and then, aha! ‘The Devil takes the whele. So Uncle goes to Potter's field ; To hide his freaks aud flaws, That one lone slab may tell the #pot, Where Uncle Sam once was. O.8.1 City. Oct. 20 182, THE AUTHOR, K. J ‘The following appears under the head of Miscellancous Events. To be let alone. every maiden Nebedy on carth knows Satan's nativity, Ccmbs lions. and Jaws, and something else, use teeth, for desth, ah! ah! Cards. people. and raws, and rakes and harrows, use teeth for life. ha! ha! Snow and ice come pure, bat they sometimes get dirty, like rome . before they leave. A woinan kiseed by a tobaceo chewer; 0 Lord, on. ‘Three evils cort money: lust for strong drink; lust for tobuceo smoke, and lust of weak flesh. Let us quit then. Joseph Smith born in Vermont, 1805, faints driven from Jackson county, Mo., by a mob, 1833. Where is reward? E. Snow b. 1818, ¥. W. Patten martyred 1838, Orson Pratt b. 181 Hancock. I, mobbing began 1845. Willard Richard» b. 1804. Geo, A. Smith b. 1817 yred, 1844. i. J. and H. Sinith mart Heaven has a husband. Brigham Young b. 18¢ The Quee etare. Franklin D. Riebards b, April 2, 1821. b. April 3. 1814, Wh of J. 6. LD. &, org’d. 1830, A liar ought to take croton oil to purge quickly. P,P. Pratt b. 1807 A raint’s breast pin. a pure heart, Kitehen furniture, a wite. A diamond set, a lovely damsel married to aholy man. A pearl in a hog’y nose, a saint wedded to a Gentile, on his way to—that bad place The Three Great W: The three great wants of human “@obaceo.” * liquor.” and a“ wife Are very tempting wanta to rome; ‘They chew, they spew. they stow—I yum. ‘The first, enjoyed. brings on the drules ; ‘The next. alas, makes wise men fools ; ‘The third. O dear ! like wells with damps, Henumbs theix bliss with home-made erarps. Ye lakes of spit. and blotch’d fae'd coons; Ye lank-jawed blades for honeymoons— Ts faith in ail your oute and ins? Ke sure the Lord forgiveth sing, Ye tea and coffee drinkers. think How cov'nant breakers wink ; Quit drink? O yos ! they ery, and lack her: Dut O! what begging for *tobaccur !"? Lorenzo Snow its. U. S. Officers. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT OFFICERS FOR THRE TER- RITORY OF UTAH. m Young, Governor, and Superintendent of Indian 8. Willard Richards, Secretary pro tem., appointed by tho Governor. %. Snow, Associate J ef the Supreme Court, and Judge of the First J Di Wm i. Appleby, Clerk of Courte. preme and Fire Distrivt ‘ict Atterncy for Utah Territory. Marshal. ndian Agent, k Indiau Sub-Agont for the District of an &e, John M. Bornhisel, Derezate to Congress. State Officers. TERRITORIAL LEGISLATIVE MEMBERS OF 7! Willard Richardi Great Salt Lake County. Reber ( Iron County. George A. Smith, Chaplain. Jobn Smith. Clerk. Howard Corey. Assistant Clerk. Joseph ain, Doorkeeper, George Grant. iy Lorin Farr, Charles R. Sergeaut-at-Arms, Utah County. William Kimball, Alexander Williams, Mes: William C. 8 ireman. Joseph Shipley. KS AND OFFICERS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRR- Asren Johnron. San Pete County. Tense Merle MEME s WES OF THE ISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, hk W. Phelps; Speaker. ake Co. From Davis County, Andrew 1, Lamoreaux, nell. ‘om Weber County Fevin James Brown, Phineas Ric David B. Dille, Soveph Young. James G. Browning. Nex herw From Utah County. Ww imnf! i Johnson, rom San County, Iron County. Charles Shumwn: Elisba 1 Groves, From Tooele County. Geerge Brimball. John Rowberry. FICERS OF SAID HOU! sringtor. Chief Clerk. Henry E. Phelps, Assistant han Grimehaw, Assis- | Door-Keeper. ant Clerk, Roduey Badger, Messenger. igrew, Chaplain. Henry P. Richards, Asristant Fur Ropes.—Let all who ar wrappers, bed cover keep them warm, « Joek at some fur ro! and if you go cold. blame us. Taxnery.—We understand that Mr. Samuel Mul- Hiner has creeted a house, sunk his vats, prepared his heater, and commenced the new year by putting in some filty hides. Success to his opera But Mulliner is in want of b Farmers, will you him a few louds, immediately, and get some This is due Mr. Mulli for his works’ sake, and doubly so, because in our fitting and flit- ting, we lost his advertisement for the first number of the News. Bring on the bark, aud help yourselves by helping Mr. Mulliner. Dourstic CorresronxpEence is scarce at present, Are our friends sick Porrrry SUPERINTENDENT, please report progress. Stone Saw Mivi.—If there are any experienced stove sawyers in the city or country, they are re- ested to report themselves to Bishop Hunter; and af there are any stone saws in the valley, or iron suitable to make them, the bishop wishes to be in- formed where they are: and if there are millwrights, who have been ystomed to building the ma- ehinery for sawing stone, they are requested to make themselves known forthwith. Looxine Grasses. —Any one who may have been accustomed to the manufacture of looking glasses, will please report himself to our office, or to Presi- dent Young. Among the other documents received is the Deseret Almanac for 1852. Its title is as follows :— Desexer ALMA on Tur Year or Our Lonp 1852 in want awls, or anything of the kind, to lat Mr. Woolle store, and s of domestic manufacture; er the examination, don’t bv the second of th By W. W. Phe! and longituee If vat Sali Lake City: Ace: panied with Miseellancous Events, &¢. W. Richards, Prin- ver; GSL.City.U.T It is filled with matter relative to the Mormons and their territory. We muke the following extrac New Year's Address. Up! Deseretians ! Now Year's come The old one’s pase’d and gone,— And Uncle Sam is yery sek— Go call the doctor. Job There hangs his Continental bat, Coekaded, o°er his bid; Nir eyer are dim, his pulte is low, ‘The old man’s nearly dead In days when Britain troubled men He raddled up And gathered cut And raid;—'T guess we'll fight “No stamp act—tea net. ean be just, “To gather eath for kings. — “So boys, we'll be—United States, “And try what valor brings.” ‘The hifs and mountains, fas and near All stood around in glee ‘Aw Uncle Sam rush’d forth to war. ‘To make his children free Old John Burgoyne, with all bis host Out-cop'd, rurrender'd—then; And Lord Cornwallis eheli'd his corm, And left the eob,—amen, All right; Lefore @ favor'd few, The foc-unin had to flee. And Unele Sam triumphant stoed. With “honor bright” and free The asylum of Hiberty Was grac’d with Washington. Aud Unele Sam, with all bis ony, Then rhouted “ we are one!”? ‘The eun ne'er lit « better land, A“ Union” burst to view Aud God Almighty blest the realm As jong a* men were © true. Dut when “Old Hickory’ left tho ehair To little Matty Van A chill came over Uncle Sam— A fever then began A State could mob; the truth was «hun’d Aud winking unders And that goed name of Un Was stain'd with human ‘d Unele Sam, the brave And raid:—" He raved ot © Himeelf he cannot save.’ Fo God let out the innocent Laid judgment on the ste And lef old Unele Sam Physician boul thyself” And now the old man’s sick of life, For abl Lis law in dead ; And ray ry rpewks like Balaam's Ase: Wor oll hue yrony's Ged. Mossencer. Homer Duncan, Pireman. m L, Fulmer, Door-Deoper. GREAT SALT LAKE CITY. Officers ¢ Jededioh M. Grant, Aldermen, Nathaniel H, Felt, William Snow, Jesse P. Harmen Nathaniel V. J Robert Campbell, Thomas Khoads, Treasure Elam Ludington, Marshal. the City Council. &c. Conncillors, Tete corder, Robert Pierce, Enoch Reese, Solomon Angi 5 . John Van Cott There is a police consisting of forty men. Table of Post Offices in Utah. Post Office County. Postmaster. Salt Lake Oity, Great Salt Lake, Willard Richards. Miller's Creek, Davis, John 8. Fulmer. Rrownsville, Weber, Trane Clark. Uteh Lake, Utah, Isaac Highee. Mati. San Pete, Isaae Morley. sen. Centre Creek, Tron, Geo. A. Smith. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE OF THE MAILS. From Sait Lake City via Fort Laramie and Fort Kearney, to Independence, Mo., leaves the first of every month. Arrives the last of every month. From Salt Lake City, via Miller’s Creeky to Brownsville. Leaves every Monday and Thursday, at five A.M. Arrives at Brownsville same days by eight P. M. Returning, leaves Brownsville every Tuesday and Friday, at seven A.M. Arrives at Salt Lake City same days by eight P.M. From Salt Lake City, via Utah Lake, to Manti. Leaves every Monday, at six A. M., and arrives at Manti every Wednesday by six P. M. Returning, leaves Manti every Thursday, at six M., praaeitee at Salt Lake City every Saturday, six P.M. From Salt Lake City to Sacramento City, Califor- fornia. Leaves Salt Lake City the firet day of every month. Returning, leaves Sacramento City the first day of every month, via Fort Hall. From Salt Lake City via Fort Hali, to the Dallas of the Columbia, Oregon. Leaves Salt Lake City the first day of October, December, February, April, June, and August. Returning, leaves the Dallas the first day of No- vember, January, March, May, July, andSeptember. The Mormon Church. SKETCH OF THE PRIESTHOOD OF MELCHISEDEK, THE KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS. Year of the World .. TO years. Adom was ordained at the age of. Enoch Mathureleh Lamech Noa “ vesee 10 Adam, in Adam-ondi-Ahman, held a_blessing mecting, and blessed his children—aged 997 years, three years previous to his death. Shem (Melchisedek) ordained under the band of ah Abrabam ordained under the hand of Shem. Esaias, in the school of prophets, under the hand of the Lord, when Abraham blessed him. Gad ordained under the hand of. Jeremy ‘ be Elibu Caleb Jethio Moses The Israelites ereesee OSes. And, in this channel, the Aaronic, or lesser priest- heod, continued until John Jesus Christ, the son of God, at the age of 30 (A. D.) restored the Melchisedek priesthood. Peter held the keys in connection with the Twelve Governore in Asia, &c., which priesthood was lost about 570. Nephi was or “ “ ained and held the keys of the priestheod in, connection with the Twelve,under tht hand of Jesus Christ, upon the continent of America 5 Ww ) priesthood continued a little more yeare. Jeath of Moroni, : arth remained without the prieet- od, aceording to the Bible . 1,260 Joreph Smith ordained to the Melchise- dek priesthood by Peter, James, and Jobn, (or John i: yet dead). Which priesthood, under the direct President Brigham Young and Coun- cH. ie ip full and suecesstul operation iy the four quarters of the world... | i | the Lot to be surpassed fair daughters of OFFICERS IN THE PRIESTHOOD OF THE CHUNCH. FIRST PREMDENCY, Willard Richards, 24 Coun- sellor. Jobn Smith, Patriarch. APOSTLES, Youn, Preside: Kimball, let Cs ORUM OF THE T' Prerident. rutt, Dass Gone farlea C. Bic! Lorenzo Snow,’ 5 Erastus Snow, ce A. Swith, Franklin D. Richards. Willard Richards, Wicterion ‘af the Charch au General : r. CMantel Spencer, Preeident of the Stake cf Zion. David Fulmer, Willard Suow, Counsellors, nian couner Nonry G. Sherwood, Pree't, Ira Eidridge, Eleazer Miller, John Vance, John Bempie>s ee. pacoliey, de ohn Parry, William id Major, Winslow Birr, vi Jackman, William Snow. Tat Uahoun, Ist Counsellor ; G. B. Walleces 24 Counsellor of fitch Priests Quorum, ‘John Young, President. Toreph Young, President of the Seventies. LeviW. Hancock, Henry Herriman, Zera Pul ipher, A. P. Rockwood, B. 1. Clapp, Jedediah M- Grant, Counsellors. Edward Hunter, Presiding Bithop of the Chureh. Jobn Neheker, President of Elders Quorum, I. Smith, A. Sceva, Counsellors. Toreph Marker, President of Priests Quorum, Simeon How4, let Coausellor; Lewis White, 3 Counsellor. McGee Harris, President of Teachers Quorum. Jobu Vance, let Counsellor; Reuben Perkins, 2d Couns'r. | Return R. Hill, President of Deacon's Quoruin, THOMAS BULLOCK, Clerk of Conference. Christmas Festival. {From the Deseret: News, Canrenter’s Hau, G_S. L. Crry, Dec. 16, 1951. § At a meeting of the hands engaged on the public works, On motion of Thomas Tanner, Truman O. Angel, was clected chairman, and Miles Romney clerk of the meeting. " Resolved, That the public hands have a pic-nic Who lives in the wun? Now sects, wonder! philosophers party on Christmas day, in the Carpenters’ Hall. solved, That the superintendent, architect, and the foremen of the different departments of the pub- lic works, form the Committee of Arrangements. Resolved, That Daniel H. Wells be the Chairman of the Committee of Arrangements. Resolved, That William Clayton be clerk of said committee. Names of Committee of Arrangements :— Gov, Brigham Young, Hon. Heber (. Kimball, Hon. Willard Richards. Capt. Edward Hunter, Gen. D, H. Wells, Captain T. O. Angel. Wm. Clayton, Wilford Wood- ruff, Alonzo II. Raleigh, Thos. Tannen Miles Romney, Norten Jacobs, Wm. Felshaw. Wm. C. Staines, Edward Martin, Orson Pratt, Benj. T. Mit 1, John Ht. Rumell, Reynolds Cahoon. W. F. Cahoon, Edwin D. Woolley, Geo. A. Smith, John Smith, Patriarch, Resolved, That each of the several foremen on the works furnish a list of the names of his hands at the next meeting. After which the meeting adjourned till to-morrow evening, at early candle night. Miles Romney, clerk. Beautifully printed cards of invitation, headed— Cunistaas Frstrvat, By truth we conquer, By industry we thrive, inclosed in embellished envelopes, were despatched to each of the public hands. Early on Christmas morniag, December 25, seve- ral companies of serenaders, with brass instruments, | made the sleeping mountaine echo with the sound of | rejoicings. Our attention was drawn more particu- larly to the Governor’s mansion, in the front of | which was drawn up in military order a troop of horsemen, this was the brass band giving his excol- leney a good wish in sweet strains. At ten o'clock, A. M., the committee of manage- ment was in respectful waiting to receive those who were invited to the party. The Carpenter's Hell, one hundred feet long by thirty-two wide, is admirably adapted fora mammoth party, which was comfortable, and suitably deeorated for the occa- sion. Now the merry workmen, with their happy wives, and smiling ‘daughters, clad in genteel ap- parcel, came pouring in from every quarter, loaded with an abundance of luxuries of every description, which were deposited in an adjoining hall, called the machine room, which is forty feet square, in which alzo was situated the ladies* dressi At eleven o’clock, the house wa: and a suitable prayer and thanksg’ up to the Donor of all Good by Bishop N. H. Felt. The band then struck pp a merry tune, and his exeellency, Governor Young, the Hon. H. C. Kimball, and other distinguished personages led off the firet dance. ‘The excellent order and quick suezession of dances did great honor to the managers. Weeounted {rom ninety-six to one hundred and torty-four persons upon the floor at once--these were set in order in the same time that we have scen four ¢ tice--t © no confusion, no dissutistied looks, noeomplaining, but. the day passed in peace and happy aerriment, with thanksgiving to the Father of all our mercies—cach one who had friends in a present with them Bach fuinily, or ed to the dining hmeuts, and drank au. PR room, and partook of the pure cold mo: ‘The attiory he tobaeco fume th. No, we apk of the mountain i duce of the mountain val We thou gloomy past, and the glorious present, tive futune--every heart boat high and gladness, and ¢ ane was lit up with the Wight fi ndship. About 7 P.M., a few songs we: sang by sundry in- dividuals—one in led up feelings nge to us,was sung by Phineas H. Young, en- ‘#rewell to Navoo.”? This song gave the company an ample opportunity of comparing the present with the past. G Young arose to address the meeting, and congratulated the assembly on their present situa- tion and blessings as a people. Vive years ago we were menaced on every side by the cruel persecu- tions of our inveterate enemies ; iadeeds of families who had been forced from their homes, and compelled to leave behind them their all, were wan- dering as exiles ina state of abject destitution ; but, by the favor of heaven, we have been enabled to sur- mount all these difficulties, and can assemble here to-day in the chamber of these mountains, where ain str iv Lull was not polluted with h of the drunkard’s mountain air, of the pro- ight on th or the stem I c e there is none to make us afraid, far from our per- secutors, far from the turmoil and confusion of the Old World. Brethren and sisters, has not the Lord poured out his blessings upon you to surpass all forirer times 7 your barn and presses are filled with fine wheat, and other productions of these vallies ; your tables groan under the abundance of the blessings of the Almighty. Is there room for one ane or murmur by this Peoples No! You are full with the blessings of jod; you can sit down and eat and drink until you are satisfied. There are hundreds of thousands in the Old World, who can say they never did have enough to satisfy the cravings of nature. There are thousands at this time who would crawl upon their hands and knees, or travel on foot over the mighty ocean, were there an highway cast up, carrying their little children upon their backs, to obtain the blessings that we this day enjoy. That day of peace and plenty which the saints have looked for from the commencement of his church, has in a great measure come to pase. This is a party for the public hands, those who are laboring for the public good; I am a public hand, and myeelf and all Mf eosgr) belong to the Lord; all I percess is tithing, from the cap upon my head to the soles of the pumps upon my feet. When my bishop eame to value my property, he wanted to know what he should take my tithing in. 1 told him to take anything 1 had got, for 1 did not set my heart upon any one thing; my horses, cows, hogs, or any other thing he might take; my mind | Was bot set upon any of them. My heart is set upon the work of my God, upon the public good of his great kingdom ; if there be any public hands who feel contrary to this, tiey had better leave, and seck to build up themselves; let them try if they can accomplish any more in that way, than by dedi- cating themselves to the Lord in the building up of hie works; thoee who wish to try this will meet with a signal disnppointment. Brethren, we are the Lord’s, and all we possess; and I have determined by the help of the Lord and this people, to build him a house. You may ask, will he dwell in it? He may do just as be pleases ; itis not my Lien ele to dictate the Lord. But we will build him a house, that if he pleases to pay us a visit, he may have a place to dweil in, or if he should send any of his servants, we may have suita- ble secommodations for them. I have built’ myself 4 houre, and the most of you have done the samo, and now shall we not build the Lord ahouse? (Th | deep toned voices of the public hands answered “aye.”) Twill not interrupt your enjoyments by euying more, though on such an interesting occa- sion as this much more might be said. Brethren and sister, ] feel to bless you in the name of the Lord, amen. Gen. Wexvs then arose and related to the audi- ence that Capt. Hooper had sent a present of ean- es and raisins to the party, and wished to know what was to be done with it President YouxG then moved that a vote of tharks be given to Capt. Hooper for his handsome present, end that it be given to the poor, who could not obtain such articles. The vote was unani- mous The dancing and meryiment continued until 10) o'cock, P. M., when the meeting was dismissed by benediction from Father Moricy, to be renewed the | duy ut 10 ode M. “Each family retired | homes, much satisfied with the 26, 10 o'elock | Hali were tilled by Aion, aud ‘The reatsin the ( th brave hearted sons of Ged The company wag called to order, and i y wa and prayer was offered up by A. H Rateigh. ‘The d condueted as on the pi day good order, joy, and hilarity After the Hall was jamin npany was treated toa finet im the rhepe of voon Y inetine mentel mesic by Mr John Kay, his Indy. and two Cough ters. the oue performed well on the Guitar, uid the ober ou the tamborine, at the sume illous in other par- | | has o | accuse this people of any | congenial time accompanying their instruments with their | element, the necessaries of life; permit no vitiate] voices: this, wit Seaamnak veiee of Mrs. Kay, and | taste to lead ae inte the indulgence of expensive the deep bass: of Kay, Produced a species of | luxuries, which can only be obt d by involving harmony Righty det shtful to the cas; the perform- | yourselves in debt; let industry produce every ance was much a) ded. Bro. Kay sang the | article of home consumption. . Seer, in bis usual pathos and sweetness, which drew What has become of the interest that parents fiom President Richards, a few touching remarks. Elder Geo. A. Sinith also addressed the meeting for a short time, after which, the danee was resumed, and continued until 12 o'clock P.M. A voto of | thanks was moved for the Srpairy pd which was responded to by 500 voiecs. A’ benediction from Father Cahoon, the assembly retired much gratified with their Christmas Festival, which was the best they had ever witnessed; and feeling pur- | suaded that it was only an earnest of that which is | to come. i G. D. Warr, Reporter. Miraculous Case of Healing. {From the Millennial Star.) Dear Presipent Ricnanns.—I have been re- quested by a brother in the district where I am tra- velling, to give you a statement of facts concerning | his children, which have been afflicted with that | foul disease, small pox, of the worst kind. he | name of the brother is Thomas Banks, his rosi- dence Common Side, Kingswinford, Staffordshire. The circumstances of the case are simply aa llows : | —On the 24th of March last, his youngest daughter fickened; in three days the small pox broke out upon her body; but on the 30th she was completely covered, from the crown of her head to her feet. Two other of his children had also tho disease coming upon them. This being on Sunday, the father, who is a priest in the Church of Josus Christ of Latter Day Sainsts (in the week sneneed in the coal mines), went to two small branches, in order to find an elder to administer to his children, walk- ing some sixteen miles, but could not find an elder at liberty to accompany him, but the brethren at the two branches, viz.:—Wordsley and Blakeley, engaged to pray for him and family at 10 o’clock Pat , the time he (the father) was to administer tothem. He returned home, annointed his chil- dren with pure olive oil, according to the Scriptures, laid his hands upon them, rebuked the disease, in the name of the Lord Jesus, and they were healed from that very hour. The child, whose body was a mass of sores at 10 o’clock at night, on the following morning had not one discoverable; had elept soundly during the night, fits and all other symptoms of the disease had resigned their claim upon the children, and left*the house, to the great joy of all dwelling therein; the father and mother desiring to ascribe all glory and praise unto God—thus testifying of the power of his spirit displayed upon the bodies of their children, which, if you consider worthy of in- sertion in the columns of the Millennial Star, is at your service. Witnessed by ‘Thomas and ExizaBETH Banks. Also by two persons not in the church, lodging in their house, viz.:— Henry anp Jane Hearn. Yours truly, James Harr. Governor’s Message. TO THE COUNCIL AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF UTAH :— GENTLEMEN :—In recurring again to subject mat- ter which may be deemed worthy of your considera- tion, I cannot refrain from first expressing the gra- | titude of a grateful heart to the Almighty disposer of human events, for the continuance of his kiad blessings, invoking his wisdom and the intelligence of high heaven to direct all efforts for the well boing of society and the guidance of the affairs of men. When I reflect upon the kind dealing of the God of Israel towards the people which you reprosent, I am led to the certain conviction that he has held us all in the arms of mercy, and contributed more for our benefit than we at present can appreciate or fully understand ; acting under this conviction, it well be- comes us, first of all, to implore his divine protection and assistance, to snstain, guide, and direct, us in the discharge of those duties which devolve upon us. We have now commenced a new year, in the midst of recurring events which have closed the old, and through which she bas waded, to the fulfilment of her destiny ; she has made her mark upon the scroll of fame, whether for high or low estate, subsequent time will develope ; happily, if so blended therewith | are the good and charitable acts of men, as shall | leave her eseutcheon of a bright and shining lustre, | no blot thereon to tarnish, no venom to corrode. In the discharge of those duties incumbent upon the executive department, I have endeavored, while enforcing the salutary restraints of law, to be guided by the spirits of lom and forbearance, ith the true interpretation of its pro- visions, observing the rule that, it is better to live above Jaw, than promote litigatiou, in order to en- force its rigid observances It is highly gratifying to every lover of peace, that so few infractions of law have occurred ; and those few, although generally of a minor considera- tion, having met the prompt and energetic exercise of civil jurieprudence, will, it is hoped, insure future protection and safety from’ evil practices of wicked and designing men. It is important that the laws should be revised, aul paUMeneasih one arar6 tangible frm; as no facilities for binding have hitherto existed among us, they have been distributed on loose sheets, and soon lost, misplaced, or worn out. I now again suggest that a commis pointed, not only to gether w ut furtish a code of practice for our courts, laws egulating executors and administrators, descent of property, and other laws of » general nature. It will be observed by reference to the Adjutant General’s report, that the laws regulating the mili- tia are very deficient ‘This, in consideration with our depending solely upon our own resources for protection and defence, becomes a matter of con- siderable importance, and should engage your early attention. T respectfully direct your attention to some of the suggestions contained in that report, as bein worthy of your consideration, and if they akould be found preferable to any other mode, devise such laws and regulations as shall best promote the early and more complete organization and maintaining an efficient military force. The department of the Quartermaster and Com- misearies of Subsistence, need some more available means, in order to supply demands constantly oc- curring, and the better preservation of the public Epa he judiciary laws, which, under our provisional form of government, appeared sufficient, ure defec- tive, under our present territorial organization, being inapplicable in many of their provisions to our present situation. The same may also be said of the Election, Revenue, and several other laws. Inrelation to the Revenue law, I would respect- fully suggest that the territorial tax be reduced to barely meet the necessary expenses of the territory; leaving the various counties to provide, under pro. visions of the proper legislation, for the assessment, collecting, and disbursement of their own tax, as also payment of bounty on fox and wolf pates. I would also suggest that the county assessors and collectors, in their respective counties, assess property and collect in ae the territorial tax, within some reasonable time during the year, which shall be fixed by law. When the embarrassments which have been ex- perienced for the want of a little funds, and the very small amount required of each individual for the sup- port of government is considered, it would seem that no obstacle should hinder the full and prompt discharge of all such requirements. _ It cannot be as onerous upon the individual as it is upon those entrusted with the affairs of govern- ment, when expected resources, based upon mild and equitable Jaws, are deficient. Many of the govern- mental expenditures, under our present organiza- tion, are defrayed by the neral pgverntastt, yet there are many which they do not provide for. ‘The Legislature have, moreover, heretofore made appropriations for the encouragement of various manufacturing interests, as also for the . i | e 0 on be ap- and revise the old, ment of learning; these appropriations met; as all must readily perceive a partial mvest- ment, wade in good faith, depending upon the pub- lie faith for further supplies, being withheld, in- volves a lors of funds already invested, and proves destructive to the enterprise. I have no hesitation in saying that our true interest is, and will be most wisely consulted, in domestic manufacturing, to the exclution of almost every article of imported goods, Our clothing of every description, sugar, candles, toap, leather, crockery, paper, glass, nails, much of the hardware, castings, steel, and nmiany other articles, for which our merchants continually drain | the country of inoney, might be manufactured just as well at home, within our own limits, there- y furnishing lucrative employment to the many artivane of every description, who are constantly | flocking hither, and form the basis of a free and independant State, that ean in no other way be ac- | comp! In all your deliberations on the many subjects that will present themselves before you, I will venture to say there is none so deeply fraugiat | with every consideration of interest, which so coin- pletely pervades every class of our citizens, as also every department of the government. Ido there- | fore most earnestly and sincerely hope, that all needfel and neccesary encouragement may be given in protective legislation, ns well asin appropriations, as shall be conducive to the accomplishment of such desirable results. Closely connected with this subject is another which en beena source of reflection to me ; through- out my acquaintance in this Territory, which is by | Lo mcuns limited, T scarcely know of an apprentice touny trade, No young mechanics arising to fill | the placcs of those now at labor, when they shall | have gone to their rest. Deplorable indeed must bé the situation of that People, Whore sons arc not trained in the prac f every useful avocation, and whose daughters mingle | notin the hem of industry. Far be % from me to | k of industry, kut while every energy is brought iuto requisition in the most extended lubor, it weil becomes us to give the pro- yer direction to that labor, to that untiring and 5 a. | perevering eflort which so happily characterizes the | history of this people. ‘The erjey ment of a free and ingevendcnt people can be aceomplished only through this princip! Produce what you eonsume; draw from the native should have for their offspring? guardians for their wards? do they not know that a useful trade is of more worth to the rising Peer than a patrimony? that it is patrimony of itself far more noble and befitting than any other? that it isthe surest road to distinction as well as «usefulness that 2 man can travel? This subject of course belongs more properly to the people, agit is for them to act in the premises, nevertheless the Legislature may do much by fram- ing wise and salutary laws, in relation to master and apprentice; which shall equally secure the rights, and protect the interest of both, while sustaining that relation to each other. Let the proper direction and encouragement be given to secure these desirable results, and we may reasonably hope, ere long, to attain to that enviable position, real independence. H The University, I am happy to say, is in sucooss- fal operation, under the guidance of the Chancellor and ard of Regents, so far as a school can pro- mote its interests; sUhouge that institution has suffered, in common with other enterprises, for the want of the promised aid from the Legislature. The grounds are partly enclosed with a very good stone wall, and a buildidg designed for their temporary use is commenced in tho thirteenth ward ofthis city. Tho fostering hand of the government could bo exercised to no better parpose than providing for the education of youth. You are doubtless already sufficiently alive to the importance of this subject, to extend such pecuniary assistance as shall be com- mensurate with your ability. : Tn accordance with the resolution of tho Logisla- ture, locating the seat of government at Pauvan Valley, and authorizing me to appoint commissioners to select a site for the capitol, and seat of govern- ment; I complied with that requirement, by appoint- ing Professors Orsam Pratt and Albert Carrington, Jesse W. Fox, Esq , William C. Staines, and Joseph L. Robinson, said commissioners. They immediute- ly proceeded to the performance of their duties, aud have made their report, which I take great pleasure in presenting to you. Tt appears from their observations that the loca- tion is far more central than this ciiy, and that the valley will sustain a large and dense population. The locating of the seat of government in that val- ley, will, it is believed, encourage sottlers to go there, and very much facilitate the settlement of all suita- ble places in that region. Uuder all these considera- tions, its location at that point appears judicious upon its own merits, and will unquestionably ad- vance the already prosperous and vastly increasing resources of the territory. At Fillmore City, one wing of the State House will probably be finished for the accommodation of the ensuing Legislature. This will be built with the funds furnished by the eneral government, for the erection of suitable pub- ic buildings at tho seat of government. _ The practice of purchasing Indian slaves is a trade carried on by the Mexican popula- tion of New Mexico and California. These traders, of late years, have extended their traflic into the limits of this territory. This trade I have endea- vored to prevent; and, this fall, happening to en- counter a few of them in my travels, as Superinten- dent of Indian Affairs, strictly prohibited their fur- ther traffic. The majority of them appeared gatis- fied, and, after making a few exchanges of property in the settlements, returned to their own country. Unfortunately, however, a few of them still deter- mined to carry on their nefarious traffic; they have been arrested, and are now on their trial in this city. It is unnecessary, perhaps, for me to indicate the true policy for Utah in regard to slavery. Restric- tions of law and government make all servants; but human flesh to be dealt in as propsrty, is not con- sistent or compatible with the true principles of go- verrment. My own feelings are, that no property can or should be recognized as existing in slaves, cither Indian or Afvican. No person can purchase them without their becoming as free, so far as natural rights are concerned, as persons ofany other color; under tbe present low and degraded situation | of the Indian race, so long as the practice of gam- bling away, selling, and otherwise disposing their children, as also sacrificing prisoners obt among them, it seems, indeed, that any tr would be to therm 2 relief and a benefit. Man by this means is eaved—many a child redeemed from the thraldonr of savage barba: and placed upon an equal footing with the more favored portions of the human race. If in return for favors and expense, which may have been incurred on their account, service should be considered due, it would become necessary that some law should provide the suitable regulations under which all such indebtedness should be defrayed. This may be said to present a hew feature in the traflic of human beings. It is es- sentially purchasing them into freedom instead of slavery; but it is not the low, servile drudgery of Mexican slavery to which 1 would doom them—not to be raised among beings scarcely superior to themeeives, Lut where they could find that eonsid- eration per Mining not only to civilized but humaae and benevolent society. So shall the benevolence of the human heart be called into action, to promote the improvement of the down-trodden e, Whose fathers long swayed the destiny of empires; so shall the condition of the poor, forlorn, destitute, ignorant savage, or African, as the case may be, become ameliorated, and a foundation laid tor their advancement in the seale of useful, exalting existence; useful to themselves, to their nation, and all who shall come within the pur- view of their influence. Thus will a people be redeemed from servile bond- age, both mental and physical, and placed upon a platform upon which they: can build, and extend forth, as far as their sepals and natural rights will permit ; their thraldom willno longer exist, al- though the seed of Canaan will inevitably carry the curse which was placed upon them, until the same authority which placed it there, shall see proper to have it removed. Service is necessary ; it is honor- able ; it exists in all countries, and has existed in all ages ; it probably will exist in some form in all time to come. It has long since ceased to became a query with me, who were the most amenable to the laws of TAS ec thoes who through the instrumen- tality of human power brought into servitude human beings, who naturally were their own equals, or those acting upon the principle of nature’s law, brought into this position or situation, those who were naturally designed for that purpose, and whose capacities are more befitting that than any other station in mle Thus, while servitude may and should exist, and that, too, upoa those who are na- turally designed to occupy the position of ‘servant of servants,” yet we should not full into the other extreme, and make them as beasts of the field, re- arding not the humanity which attaches to the co- jored race; nor yet elevate them, ng some seem dis- posed, to an paneiey with those whom nature and nature’s God has indicated to be their masters, their superiors; nor yet again drag into servitude, through the circumstance of penury or misfortune, those our equals, peradyenture of a common parentage with ourselves; but rather let us build upon a foundation which the God of nature has fumished, observing the law of natural affection for our kind, and sub- serve the interest of our fellows by extending the principles of true Wes all the children of men, in accordance with the designs of their Creator. _ During the past year the settlements have con- tinued to extend until we now have a line extending from near Bear river on the north, unto within about twenty-five miles of the southern rim of the Great Basin, a distance of about three hundred and fifty miles; und a company is now forming who design making a settlement near the Santa Clara, far beyond that point; also east and west a few settle- ments are forming, although not. so extensive in those directions. It is desirable that # settlement should be made on Mary’s river, in order to pre- serve peaceful relations with the Indians in that region. They have become of late very trouble- fome to travellers, stealing their animals, robbing and killing them as they have opportunity. There isa successful settlement now established on the west side of the Tooele, where the Indians had be- come so troublesome, it was feared that none could be maintained. With the exception of the Indians on Mary’s River, peace provails among all the tribes towards the whites within this territory, although rome few are at war with each other; but as a general thing, perce and quictness prevail among themselves. This gratifying state of things, it is believed, is consequent upon the humane and consistent treat- ment ¥ ich has always been exercised towards thom, } sbitants ef this territory; as also attri- part, in strictly ¢ ig that salutary n nt, which prohibits the introduction of that banetul mud bighly destructive agent, called spirituous liquors, ini their midet, We surely have gieat cnnse to congratulate our- selves upon thi. rable siate of things, in regard to our tawny neighbors; for while peace and quiet- ness are blessings the most to be coveted, on ene hand, strife, internal commotion, and war, often prove the greatest curses which can occur to any people; nevertheless, it well bocomegsis to be ever eady; permit no apparent security which may prove fulse, to lull us into any neglect of our maut- Jest duties in preparing, to the extent of our abili- ties against any emergency that might suddenly arive. The asscesmgnt of taxable Lkladt within the territory for the past year, as you will perceive by reference to the Auditor’s report, herewith present- cd, shows an assessed value of $1,160,833 80. This result, in comparison with previous years, shows a rapid inerease of the resources of ‘this territory which, properly lusbanded, and future proportional increase, presents a very favorable prospect for the rapid development, and extension of the energy and tnterprise of this young and vigorous territory. Many are the inducements presented for the in- vestment of money, many an enterprise flattering to the pride of the body pol re calculated to ing coffers, and vastly increasing weulth. The ex- parience of past events shows, that we should be guarded against such visionary probleme, to be solved only be the hereditary barter and exchange of alike worthless ‘* Promiges to pay. axe The revenue, under the aesting irk arising spon the foregoing assessment 8, &e., amount! the mun peeves 670 58 this amount ere leeted.......+ 16,021 92 “has been ‘col- $10,618 66. Much of this amonnt will be collected in wheat, at has also been the case with colloctions already made. Owing to the present scarcity of money, not. over one-tenth of the foregoing amount has been collected in that article. . The expenditures of this territory being meurred principally for improvements, renders the grain currency less inconvenient than would probably be the case, if it had to be devoted to the payment of interest on bonds, or per diem allowances, fees, &¢.» of oflicers. Public services, as usual, are gratuitous, with the exception of those who receive their per diem from the general government. The taxes of those engaged in suppressing Indian hostilities, have, under the provisions of the present Jaw, in many instances been allowed for services; a small consideration indeed, when we consider the nature and amount of service rendered. Many of those men hold themselves and auimals constantly on hand, and are ready to go at » moment's notice; although ne oie: compensation bas as yet been paid, yet the amount of sxponitases thus incurred, is for the past yeur $3,457 87. The amount paid in bounty, for wolf and fox pates during the same time, amounts to $2,233; these two items alohe are more than one-fifth of the whole amount of revenue, and more than one- third of the whole amount collected. The same report of the Auditor shows that for bridges and roads, woollen factory and university, have been paid on appropriations $4,725 87, which only leaves a balance ofa little over $5,000 to defray the expenee of printing, surveys, and various othe: necesrry and inevitable expenses of government. Less than one-fourth of tho entire amount of tax as- ased would ensure to the territory a larger revonue i ernimenlal puxpeses, were there no appropriations for improvements, or encourage ment ifforded to enterprs ‘This statement 0° things should be highly s: ory to the tax: payer—the more especially n he ean see the money expended in such a’muuner as will. enhance the value of his own property, and prove beneficial to his own convenience und interest. Gentlemen: Representatives and Councillors of the people, it is to you we look for wize and salutary Tene anqee TEA pro C h we expect to rise and extend forth to the accomplishment of our na- tional destiny. You have in your power to influence, to a great extent, the welfare of the rising State. Your actions, your maxims, your decisions, will be regarded &s precedents ; your enactments will go into operation, and will shape the course of the body poli will be the rule of decision of the courts of justice, and will indicate unto all who shall come within the range of our influence for years to come, not only the administration of justice, but the mode and operation of the government itself, through the entire extent of the territory. They will entwine themselves around every inter- est in society, and will be studied by the people as a guide for them to regulate their iutereourse with each other. Ordinarily it has been the eustom of the Legisla- ture to mect, hurviedly pass a few necessary laws, and then, leaving their business half finished, return to their several homes and avocations, devolving, upon others, duties that rightfully belong to them- selves. Unquestionably it is meritorious to be in- dustrious in legislation, and not to prolong the ses- sion longer than absolutely necessary; for this saves time and expense to the government; yet it is equal- ly meritorious to give due consideration to all laws, and take sufficient time not only to deliberate upon the various questions which are liable to arise, but become acquainted with ail their bearings and pro- bable effect. Therefore, while 1 would counsel the due observance of the principles of industry, and ex- peditious legislation, co: ent with the faithful discharge of the duties incumbent upon you, yet let that wisdom and care pervade your counsels, which should characterize the acts of all deliberative bodies, that when you shall have acjocrned, your business will have been accomplished to your own satisfac- tion and the satisfaction of all those associated with you. “ The organie act allows only forty days for one ression, ten of which were expended when ficst con- vened, leaving only thirty more for the present ses- sion. 1 would respectfully suggest that the considera- tions of per diem allowance ought not to weigh in consideration of the faithful discharge of the duties and trusts repored in us; and the law dees not pro- hibit the call of another gession, if you should find it necessary to huve it prolonged beyond that time. You are already aware that there are no funds ia the Territory at the present time, designed for, or that can be appropriated for Legislative purposes, yet they will unquestionably be forwarded, as soon as circumstances will permit. Your eurly attention is solicited law, for the safe keeping, preservit tion of the State Library, as I di t wish to cure tail the privilege of its use, nor y at liberty to indulge the access of so many applicants, lest some injury or loss might occur. It is my wish that all who desire may be enabled to partnke of its benefits without restraint; yet some law regulating its use seems necessary. Many are the considerations which crowd into the mind upon occasions like this; the more especially to thoge who can by bitter experience contrast the tur- bulent past with the peaceful present. The sound of music is not sweeter to the ear than the breath of freedom, inhaled from the mountain breeze. Let us be wise stewards over the blessings we en- joy, over the trusts reposed in us ; and peace and union dwelling in our midst, may exaltution and Perfection crown all our efforts, enabling us to per- Ree unto those who shall come after us, the lessings of a tree, sovereign and independent go- vernment. Briauam Youna. Great Sact Lage City, U. T., Jan. 5, 1852. g a deficiency not yet collected, Leavin, CQanss catenseescossitect aces scee ee to provide by i, and disposi- Farther from Texas. [From the New Orleans Picayune, April 14.J A government train arrived at San Antonie from the military post on the Concho, in charge of Licut. Mecklin. The Western Texan says:— We learn that some mistake was made in locating the post on the Congho, being in the open prairie, ten or fifteen miles from wood, and that an order will probably be issued for its removal ten miles this side of its préfent locality, Anothor train arrived yesterday from Fort Mason, and another is expeeted. ere from Concho to-day. The frost on the night of the 19th ult., nearly destroyed the cotton on many of the plantations near Richmond. The corn is ‘also cut off in many sections. a The Houston Telegraph has been informed by a gentleman residing in Washington county, that con- siderable alarm has been excited in that county lately, owing to tho conduct of the nogroes on several plantations. They have been insolent, and in many instances have made serious threats. There are an unusual number of runaways in the bottom of the Brazos, and several horses have been stolen, it is supposed by runaways. Fears are entertained that some negro thieves er abolition agents have been attempting to instigate the negroes to abandon. their masters. One or two crimes of a heinous character have been committed in that county by negroes. the Mormon shave lately been making some con verts in Texas. The Washington Lone Star gives the followin: account of u siolent tornado :— On Friday night, the 12th ult., tie settlements in the lower part of this county were visited with a tornado, both violent and destru The town and neighborhood of Chappel H ar to have experienced the effects of the tempestuous breath of the stcrm in a greater degree than any other neigh- borhood we huve heard trom, though considerable damage was done to several farms iu other portions of the county. At Chappel Hill the frame of large ware-room, the property of Messrs, Ruthve t & McDade, which had just been removed from War- ren and put up, was blown down aud much injured. The iron bolts of the door shutters of a store house were snapped in twain by the irresistible foree of the tempest, with as much ease as a cheld could break a broom-straw; aud a lightning rod, whieh was ad- justed to another store house, wis, in an instant, doubled down to the shape of @ fish-hook. On the faim of Mr. Hargrove, in the ty of Chappel Hill, the damage was very serious; about eight hun- dred pannels of fence and an out house being blown down. There were other farms in that neighbor- hood damaged, but to what extent we have not learned. iv The Crops. The Madison (1n.) Journal, of a tite date, says:— The wenther has vot been so favorable as could be desired for the past week. Cole ra d a chilling atmorphere have been altogether tv frequent. Cot- ton bas been suifering from thes: causes. An ine sect, Which fist made its appearuiee among us last yeur, and was very destructive tu corn, is eating y the crop just planted with great rapidity. it is called the chinch bug, from the d) rveable odor it ciits, and is as destructive to corn as the caterpillar is to cotton. On many plantations the entire erop has been destroyed, and the experience of last year proves that it ix almost useless to re-plant. We are told that it bas been common in Virginia for the lust twenty years, and the only way to get rid of them is to strip ibe stalk of its leaves. ere, thi generally kill the plant when it is but « few ine in height. A government into extensive a) rintions, based upon a speedy return of capital invested, overflow- i sr icone ' tint op Hktrinas.—One hun- ire Poteand herrin, Were tak single the Dump firbery on t Potonine. ~ ed