Sunday, February 28, 1864.

     Rev. R. D. Parker, of Wyandot, will preach at Long's Hall this morning at eleven o'clock.

     A. Stephens has just reopened the Virginia Hotel in Westport, and is prepared to accommodate the public.

     The Spread Eagle went down yesterday.  The Calypso, New Sam Gaty and Marcella were advertised to leave St. Louis yesterday for this port and above.

     Found.-- In the Post Office, a Pocket Book containing a sum of money.  The owner can have the same by calling on F. Foster at  the Post Office, proving property and paying for this notice.

     The good time to enlist has nearly expired.  Those who want to secure the big bounties which the Government now offers, should consult Lieut. Wachsman's message below, and apply to him immediately.

     The Kansas City Nursery firm of Messrs. Sampson & Co. is enlarged by the admission of Mr. Davidson to a membership in the company.  They are prepared to furnish trees, shrubs, vines, &c., for the orchard, garden and yard.  They are going to erect, immediately, an extensive green house, when they will be able to furnish green house plants of every description.

     WESTPORT, Mo., Feb. 21, 1864.  Dear Sir -- I would most respectfully request you to publish in the columns of the local news of your valuable paper, that I have established a Recruiting Office for the 2d Artillery Missouri Volunteers, at the same locality with the recruiting officer for the 12th Missouri Cavalry Volunteers.  You may please state that I had formerly had the honor of belonging to Totten's renowned Battery of Regular Service, and that the same bounty as granted to all volunteers will be given; also that there is only two days left for the bounty.  A. WACHSMAN, First Lieut. 2d. Artillery Mo. Vols.

Saturday, February 27, 1864.

     A boy was drowned a few days since, in the river near Duncan's Mill.  He was an orphan boy from near Lexington, and was employed in a family near by.  He was amusing himself by standing on some logs and pushing the cakes of ice as they floated down the stream.  It is supposed he lost his balance and fell in.  Another boy was with him, from fear or some other cause, did not tell of the accident until the next day.

     The Union Pacific Railroad contractors were paying off hands, &c., at Wyandot yesterday.  Several thousand dollars were disbursed among the happy people of that locality.

     C. E. Churchill, the favorite comedian of the Union Theatre house, takes a benefit to-night, and let it be a bumper.  He offers a varied and excellent bill, but aside from this, the dramatic talents of Churchill himself ought to fill the house.  He is a correct, pleasing and worthy young actor, and deserves a big ho use at the hands of his friends.

     A fine brick ho use was entirely destroyed by fire in Independence Thursday.  The fire took from an ash bin . Our informant could not tell us who owned the house.

     The steamers Fanny Ogden and Spread Eagle arrived from St. Louis yesterday morning.  They both unloaded large amounts of freight at our Levee.

Friday, February 26, 1864.

     A gang of men were at work yesterday repairing Wyandot street.

     Gen. R. B. Mitchell has been appointed to the command of the Post at Fort Leavenworth.

     Many of our merchants received large additions to their stocks of goods by river yesterday.

     The old life and animation, business and bustle, is again apparent on the levee.

     The Macadamized road between this city and Westport, is being thoroughly repaired.

     Doubtless there will be a rush to-night to see the American Champion in his ring costume for the sparring exhibition.  Tickets for secured seats can be had at the Commercial House, and at the Union Hotel.  Those desiring a good seat should go early.

     The Chamber of Commerce meets this evening.  Let all members and businessmen attend.

     Hon. M. J. Payne arrived home yesterday, by boat.  Mr. Payne has laid his constituents under many obligations by the industry and ability he displayed in assisting to pass the railroad bill.  He was justly regarded as one of the most sagacious and effective members for that important measure.

     There will be a free supper given to Co. E, 2d Colorado Cavalry, on Tuesday evening, March 1st, by the citizens of Westport.  It is also the re-opening of the Virginia House by Mr. A. Stephens.  This speaks well for the reviving interests of Westport, and such an expression adds much to strengthen the arm of the weary soldier.  We recommend a hearty co-operation by all, and give them a welcome reception, and we will assure you a strong arm of protection.

Thursday, February 25, 1864.

     The Eighth Kansas is home on a furlough.

     Tickets for the Reception Ball can be had of R. Salisbury, at the Post Office; also, at the door tonight.

     Wanted, immediately, at the Union Hotel, a chambermaid and a pantry girl.  To competent persons good wages will be paid.

     The attention of those interested is directed to Maj. Williams' Order prohibiting the sale of liquor to enlisted men.  Good citizens will obey  its provisions cheerfully.

     Something entirely new, and very beautiful, in the way of spring goods, can be seen at Coates & Bullene's; they having just received a fine lot, highly stylish and very attractive.

     Capt. Case is prepared to pay his own vouchers, except for forage and horses, in certificates of indebtedness.  The vouchers must be presented in amounts not less than one thousand dollars.

     Lieut. Col. Townsend, Medical Inspector, U. S. A., is in town for the inspection of the hospital removed from this city to Westport.  The Colonel is on a tour of inspection in this Department and in Kansas.

     Capt. West, now stationed at Independence, called upon us yesterday.  The Captain is looking well -- even better than when he used to wield the pen in the valley capital of Colorado.  He makes a good officer, and is among the printer-soldiers to whom  we wish a promotion.

     One Hundred Recruits wanted for a Battalion of Light Hussars.  This is a fine opportunity for active young men to enlist in the cause of their country.  The first company of the Battalion is already filled at St. Louis, and it is hoped the other companies will be filled by the 10th of March.

Wednesday, February 24, 1864.

     The Reception Ball to-morrow night promises to be the finest affair of the season.

      Small Pox prevails in the Tenth Kansas, now stationed at Alton, Ill.  Lieut. Col. Burris has the disease.

     Lieut. G. B. Scidmore has opened a recruiting office opposite the Union House.

     The first meeting of the Mite Society connected with the Ladies' Sanitary Association, will be held this evening at the residence of Mr. Philip Flagler.

     The steamer Emilie will leave this morning at 9 o'clock, making a connection with the railroad at Weston.

     Mrs. Hamilton's child that was so terribly burned last Thursday, has since died.  This is the second fatal case of that kind which has occurred in our city within two weeks.

     The guard house at Fort Leavenworth was consumed by fire Sunday morning.  It is supposed  that it was set on fire by the notorious Pickles, who was chained and confined there by Col. Jennison.

Tuesday, February 23, 1864.

     General Order No. 7, of interest to Steamboat men, was published this morning.

     To Mechanics. -- Proposals for erective a brick house will be received by me at my present residence.  E. M. McGEE.

     Where is that Mail Agent?  We received a letter mailed at Marion, Kansas, on the 12th.  It ought not to take ten days for a letter to come forty  miles.

     FOUND. -- Mr. S. T. Rathburn has left at this office a blank book containing letters and papers, which he found in the road between Westport and this city.  The owner can get this property by calling and paying for this notice.

     Col. R. T. Van Horn, senator from this district, reached home on Sunday.  We are glad to see him back again, and his many friends will be pleased to see him looking so well  The Colonel is one of our most solid and substantial citizens.

     The little tailor shop two doors south of the Postoffice, walked down  the street a few rods, and the barber shop from the corner of Fourth and Main streets, took its place yesterday.  These moves were made to give place to the new buildings to be erected on the corner of Fourth and Main.

     Extensive arrangements are being made to give a fitting reception to our worthy legislators.  Messrs. Van Horn, Payne and McGee, on Thursday night, at Long's Hall.  It will doubtless be a fine affair, the recipients deserve something grand after their labors for our railroad prosperity.  Cards of invitation, and tickets of admission, will be issued today.

     We received a call yesterday from Mr. Augusta Bachman, who has just arrived from Tennessee.     For some time, since the breaking out of the war, Mr. Bachman has been in the employ of the Government, on the various railroads in Kentucky and Tennessee.  Mr. Bachman is a master mechanic and engineer.  He has with him letters from the military authorities in whose districts he has operated, and from the officers of the companies and firms with which he has been employed, all of which speak in the highiest terms of his capabilities as a mechanic and sterling qualities as a man.  We hope that instead of a temporary visitor to his friends in this city he may be induced to become a permanent citizen among us.

Sunday, February 21, 1864.

     Mr. Chas. Moyer has bought out A. Beyga & Brother's Candy Manufactory on Main Street.  He will continue the business at the old stand.

     HALT!  When the sentry summons a man to halt, the safest thing he can do is to obey.  We observed a man the other night persist in advancing until the guard charged him to halt three times.  Such carelessness will result in loss of life if persisted in.

     Harry Collins is to be the recipient of a complimentary benefit at the Union Theatre on Tuesday night, Feb. 23, on which occasion Mr. Edmund Bruce, well known to citizens of Kansas City, as kindly offered his services and will appear in the great character of Othello.  We bespeak for Harry a rousing house.

     We received yesterday evening the 20th a letter mailed to us at Humboldt on the 15th inst.  It takes two days for the mail to go from Humboldt to Lawrence, and one day from Lawrence here.  Hence the letter should have reached us on the 17th, or at the furthest on the 18th.  By some Postmaster's blunder or carelessness it was delayed for two or three days on the route.

     An Englishman by the name of William Baker, an industrious miller, was found frozen to death at Wyandot Wednesday night.  He had been drinking in a saloon until a late hour the night before.  Whisky killed him and the supply of the ardent is not exhausted.

     A destructive fire occurred in Leavenworth Friday morning.  It originated in Leavenworth Friday morning.  It originated on the corner of Third and Delaware streets.  The losses were upwards of one hundred thousand dollars.

Saturday, February 20, 1864.

     Ice in the Mississippi cuts off al mails east of St. Louis.

     The Emilie will commence making regular trips in connection with the railroad as soon as the ice will permit.

     There will be a social party given by the 2d Colorado Boys on Monday evening, the 22d, at Westport.

     Gen Brown has moved his headquarters to Warrensburg.  This is probably only a temporary arrangement.  We expect to see him located here before many weeks.

     Our friend, Chris. Smith, has just returned from the East.  We called round yesterday and noticed that he has a handsomely fitted up Barber Shop.  He keeps for sale all kinds of hair oil, pomade, combs, pipes, tobacco and cigars.  We advise our readers to give him a call.  His shop is opposite the postoffice.

     Mr. D. W. Reed, the traveling agent for a popular sewing machine, is stopping at the Gillis House.

     We must say a good word for Major Thacher, of the 9th Kansas, who has just relinquished the command at Westport, where he has been stationed most of the time since Gen. Ewing assumed command of the District of the Border.  He has proved himself a faithful, discreet and brave officer, securing the approval of the people among whom he was located and the confidence and respect of his brother officers.  We are sorry to lose him from the border.  The Major is a brother of Judge Thacher, of the 4th Judicial district, Kansas.

     Stolen from the residence of F. Frankae, between 3 and 4 o'clock, A. M., on the 15th inst., a trunk containing the following articles:  Two coats, sleeves lined with red silk and marked F. Frankae, $500 in twenty-dollar green backs, several notes totaling more than $1,000, the naturalization papers of Mr. Frankae, six shirts with name on the front, a dozen silver plated knives and forks and spoons, lady's and children's' clothes.   The subscriber will be very thankful for any information which will lead to the recovery of the property and the conviction of the thief.

Friday, February 19, 1864.

     The weather we are having is a cold joke upon those who commenced gardening a few days since.

     The steamer Calypso passed down the river last evening.

     The Weston ferry boat is stopped by the ice; accordingly we get no mail from that direction above Leavenworth.

     Missouri's quota of troops, to be filled by the draft, is estimated at 22,526, from which the recruits enlisted since October 17th, 1863, will be deducted.

     A little daughter of Mrs. Hamilton, living between Third street and the Levee, was terribly burned yesterday morning by her clothes catching fire from the stove.  Her injuries are mainly in the face, and it is thought are not fatal.  The child is about six years old  The little thing suffers painfully.

     Capt. W. H. Green, of the Second Colorado, has relieved Maj. Thacher at Westport, and is now in command at that post.  Capt. Green is an efficient officer, and will fill any position with credit to himself and the army.  He is a thorough Republican, and possesses that energy, courage, and  unbiased loyalty necessary to win victories and promote peace.

Thursday, February 18, 1864.

     The "cold snap" holds longer and is severer than was anticipated.  Yesterday was a cold, rough day, quite up to the winter standard.  There cannot be much danger of a permanent freeze up as late in the season as this, but we think navigation will be temporarily closed.

     Four mules sold in St. Joseph the other day for $1,000.

     The 15th Missouri, a veteran regiment, was given a grand reception on their arrival at St. Louis.

     A meeting of the citizens of Kansas City who are interested in forming an Amateur Club for Theatrical performance for the benefit of various charities in Kansas City, &c., are requested to meet at Hall's School Room, on Main Street, on Saturday evening, 20th inst. at 7 o'clock, for the purpose of preliminary arrangements, or organizing Young Gentlemen desirous of receiving instructions in elocution will do well to attend.

     Hand Wanted -- To drive an ox team drawing logs, in Clay county.  Good wages will be given.  Apply immediately to J. S. & F. M Duncan, West Levee.

     Our enterprising city, emulating the patriotic example of her more wealthy contemporaries, will hold tonight a grand festival in honor and for material benefit of our brave soldiers.  This kind of entertainment has poured thousands of dollars into the soldier's fund, and scattered comforts broad-cast in camp and field.  It is a worthy object -- a noble way of showing our sympathy, and we trust that Kansas City will show her approval and endorsement in a most substantial manner.  We hope to see the Hall crowded to overflowing.  In such a cause we cannot do too much.  Let the spirit of liberty and patriotism be unfettered to-night.

Wednesday, February 17, 1864.

     The steamer Calypso passed up the river yesterday.

     Clay Female Seminary at Liberty opened last week with ninety young ladies in attendance.

     There are not as many newspapers in the whole Southern Confederacy as in the single State of Missouri.

     Ice was running quite plentifully in the river yesterday.  There is not much danger that it will interfere with navigation.

     Lost, between Flagler's and Santer's stores on Main street, a pocket book containing between Eighty and Nninety dollars in Green backs.  The finder will be liberally rewarded by returning the same to R. Feacher, Harness maker in the addition.

     A great many goods were disposed of at Mr. Cook's auction room yesterday, but the supply was not exhausted.  The sale will be continued to-day.  Those in want of the various articles offered cannot do better than to be on hand and bid while they are going.

     Surgeon J. P. Root of the 2d Kansas says, "I believe that at least one quarter of the cases of mortality that have occurred in the U. S. army west of the Mississippi, have been occasioned by the improper use of mercurials, and in my opinion Surgeon General Hammond's efforts to curtail the use of mercury in the army, entitle him to the highest mead of praise as a medical officer and philanthropist."

Tuesday, February 16, 1864.

          The steamers Emilie and New Sam Gaty arrived from St. Louis on Sunday.  They went above in the evening.  The Sam Gaty passed down last night.  Dively, Crandell, & Co., shipped by her 150,000 pounds of pork sides, hams and shoulders.

     The Pacific Railroad Locomotive, accidentally ran into the Big Muddy at Wyandot, has been got out on the track again alright.  She will yet do valuable pioneer work on the railroad, in spite of the sneers of Leavenworth papers.

     There will be a supper prepared by the ladies of the Kansas City Soldier's Aid Society, at Long's Hall, Thursday evening, Feb. 18th.  Contributions for the tables will be left at the Hall as early as possible on Thursday morning.  Tickets admitting gentleman and lady, $1.50; to be had at Matt Foster's, or at the door.

     There has been for several days an extensive colored emigration passing through this city.  Sunday, one train of fourteen wagons filled with men, women and children, passed through.  Where they come from we do not know.  Kansas  was the destination for which they were aiming.

    "The White Horse of the Peppers" is the title of a new and historical Irish drama to be produced this evening at the "Union."  We are informed it abounds in novel incidents and thrilling situations -- faithfully depicting the stirring times of King James.  A very laughable farce is also provided, in which Churchill will give you h is opinion of the people of Dixie.

     We would suggest to those who have contemplated building and making improvements this Spring, that present prospects warrant permanent, first class buildings.  For purposed of trade, &c., brick bu9ildings are greatly preferable to wood, and in the long run cheaper and more profitable.   We shall regret to see any more wood blocks erected in the business part of town.  They add to the danger from fir, and give the city a cheap temporary appearance.  Good, substantial, modern-planned buildings will command high rents and increase the value of all adjoining property .

Sunday, February 14, 1864.

     Yesterday evening, as J. H. McGee was returning from Westport, he was accosted by two mounted citizens, who threatened his life unless he gave over his valuables.  At  the opportune moment a squad of cavalry appeared when the ruffians betook themselves off.  Mr. McGee is censurable for not informing the military gentlemen of the character of his assailants.

     At a regular meeting of the Chamber of Commerce on Friday evening, the following resolution, offered by Major Shannon, was unanimously passed, and ordered to be published in the Daily Journal of Commerce:  Be it resolved by the Chamber of Commerce:  That a vote of thanks be tendered to Col. K. Coates for the very and efficient services rendered by him to Jackson county, and, particularly to Kansas City, as delegate to Washington City in connection with the contemplated military draft in this district.

     A bill has passed the Legislature and is now a law, repealing an act of 1855, by which a Railroad Company transporting a slave, became liable to its owner in twice the value of the chattel, even though the slave was returned to his master, safe and sound within ten minutes after such transportation.

     Col. Parr, of Wyandot, is building for Cranson & Morgan, one of the finest little boats ever put into the Missouri river. Her dimensions are 16 feet beam, 103 keel, 2 1/2 hold.  She is to run between Kansas City and Weston and to be named after the builder, Col. J. R. Parr.  Capt. Keeler, formerly of Shawnee, has become connected with Col. Parr "in the boat building business," and they are ready to build boats of any size or dimensions required by the Missouri river trade.

Saturday, February 13, 1864.

     We regret to be obliged to record the death by burning of a little daughter of Mr. Cammel, residing in the east part of the city.  Mr. Cammel has been in Colorado for about a year, and was expected home yesterday.  His little daughter, eight or ten years of age, in anticipation of her father's return, had dressed herself with special care.  She was busying herself about the stove when by some accident, her clothes took fire.  She ran out doors and attempted to go to a neighbor's where her mother had just gone.  She did not get assistance until her clothes were nearly burned off from her, and she was so terribly injured that she died in an hour.

     A dog believed to have been mad was killed in the city yesterday.  Several other dogs were bitten by him. He seized a boy by the arm but fortunately the skin was not broken.  Some action should be taken to protect citizens against the fearful danger which prevalence of this distemper among the dogs of the city would create.  In most well regulated cities dogs are not allowed to run at large without being muzzled.  If there is as much danger as some apprehend it would be well for the city Council to take action in regard to the matter.

     Chaplain Hamilton, of the Colorado 2d, has shown us some fine mineral specimens from Colorado.  Among them are many varieties of precious stones, and a specimen of very pure native alum. The alum rock, whence this was obtained, prevails in great abundance.,    No doubt, the mineral richness of Colorado  has but just begun to be revealed.

     We were unavoidably detained from attending Col. Newgent's speech night before last, but we hear the remarks of our townsman were very highly spoken of.  Like the Col. himself, they ere practical, patriotic, and up to the times.

     A rare bill is offered to-night at the Union -- one calculated to dispel ennui and send everybody home in good humor with themselves and the "rest of mankind."  Give them a call and get rid of the blues.

     Preaching in Westport to-morrow morning at 10 1/2 o'clock, by the Rev. A. H. Powell.  Chaplain Hamilton will preach in the Christian Church, next Sabbath, at half past ten o'clock, A. M.

Friday, February 12, 1864.

KANSAS CITY OUT OF THE WOODS!

ALL HAIL THE PACIFIC R. R.

The City One Blaze of Light!

LOUD BOOMING OF CANNON!

Streets Crowded and Jubilant!

     Kansas City was jubilant last night over the great Pacific Railroad bill, the law that secures her an early railroad, and opens a new era in her commercial existence.  She has waited, and waited -- but she waits no longer.  She springs into a new being, and with strengthened sinews, she commences  the march that will ultimately place her at the goal of commercial prosperity.  With a direct railroad connection with eastern trading and eastern capital, she will grow in face and affluence; and with a rich and rapidly increasing population, become the great metropolis of the west.

     The city was one blaze of light -- private as well as business houses being lit up in fine stile.   Bonfires blazing throughout the streets, lit up the distance hills, while lights flashed from the suburbs.  The Levee was brilliant, and the reflection of many brilliant lights glanced from the rolling Missouri.  Main Street was in gala trim, with lights, transparences, bonfires and fireworks, and crowded with a moving mass of people, jubilant over the occasion.  At intervals the "deep mouthed cannon" thundered upon the ear, and their echoes died away among the hills of Clay.

     About half past eight, the crowd gathered around the Union Hotel, and were addressed by several gentlemen.  Mr. Hovey, of Independence, lead off in his own solid and interesting manner, and was listened to with marked attention, and repeated applause.  Col. Hoyt followed, in a happy vein, making some fine hits, and drawing many plaudits from his crowded hearers.  Capt. J. C. W. Hall was called out, and spoke for a few minutes, and was succeeded by several others.  The speaking was going on when we left, and at a late hour the citizens dispersed, well pleased with themselves and their prospects.

     It was a night that will long be remembered the glory of which was felt by all.  It will be a signal for renewed energy, harmonious enterprise, and strengthened hopes; and will be followed by increased trade, new business houses, and a liberal expenditure for city improvement.  The prosperity of Kansas City has become a fixed fact, and our people will act accordingly.  There will be no more fear, but confidence will characterize each movement, and give new impetus to the wheels of commerce.  And this status of affairs will invite immigration and capital, and hasten on the work of progression.   

 

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     The steamers Calypso, Live Oak, and Marcella, were advertised to leave St. Louis on the 9th and 10th.

     The tri-weekly mail from this city to Smithville, ahs commenced its trips.  The mail leaves here at 8 A. M. on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning, by way of Liberty.

     The members of the 2d Colorado will give another of their pleasant hops tonight.  Refreshments at the house of T. M. Smedley, Main street, three doors north of Third.  A general attendance is requested.

Thursday, February 11, 1864.

REJOICE!  REJOICE!
KANSAS CITY ALL RIGHT!
THE RAILROAD BILL PASSED!

     The following telegram received by us yesterday tells the story.  The Railroad Bill is a law.  It will be finished to Kansas City in six months.  After years of trial, the hour of triumph has come to our people.  All praise to Van Horn, Payne and McGee for their labors in the Legislature.

     "JEFFERSON CITY, Feb. 10th, 1864. Editor Journal:  The Railroad Bill is law.  You are now out of the woods.  R. T. VAN HORN."

     No eastern mail yesterday.

     Kansas is to be zo-ologically surveyed.

     Lt. John Francis, of the Kansas 15th, made us a brief call yesterday.  We are always glad to meet an old brother of hte press.

     Our market is abundantly supplied with fresh fish.  Some very fine ones are caught in the river.  At this season of the year they are very good.

If our neighbors at Wyandot and Westport should hear a "noise," and see a "light" down this way to-night, they need not feel alarmed.   Our people are feeling pretty good,, and we "guess" there will be a jubilation on the high order.  We have got a good thing and a sure thing, and we have a right to rejoice.

     We see loads of tobacco coming into town every day.  The article finds a prompt cash market.  A great deal comes from North of the river.  Kansas City is the best point for the tobacco trade west of St. Louis.

     We are glad to see Chas. E. Kearney, Esq., home again from New York.  Mr. Kearney is going to bring on a heavy stock of groceries this spring, and will be fully prepared to accommodate his old customers -- especially the New Mexican trade.  He says there will be a very heavy immigration to Missouri from the East this spring.

Wednesday, February 10, 1864.

     Gen. Curtis has gone to Ft. Smith.

     The Isabella, New Sam Gaty and Emilie are on their way up the river.

     The St. Louis papers say that in six months the cars will be running to this city.

     A dance came off last night on board the steamer Majors.  The young people of Wyandot and Kansas City participated in the festivities.

     A paper comes from Canada directed "Kansas City, Kansas Territory."  We don't blame the Canadians for getting the geography a little mixed, but our ambitions neighbors will object to being set back into their territorial condition again.

     The locomotive Wyandot for the U. P. R. R., was brought down on the Majors yesterday.  She was landed at the Wyandot levee.  A large crowd of people was present to witness the arrival and unloading of the first locomotive which wil run on a railroad west of the Missouri river.

     A false alarm yesterday caused considerable excitement about town, on account of a rumor of an  invasion of Kansas by guerrillas.  That Shawnee, Olathe and Paola had been attacked and burned, were only a part of the statements that found circulation if not currency.  Troops had been sent out from Headquarters during the night, that was certain. During the day the explanation came.  Company "K," of the 15th Kansas, had been down on to the border somewhere, and had been seen on their return into Kansas and taken for guerrillas.  The troops sent in pursuit h ad followed their trail and overtaken them at Gardner.  We shall doubtless hear many such false alarms as Spring comes on, but they will do no harm if they learn the different commands in Kansas and on the border, to be on the alert ready for the foe at ay time.  With the proper precautionary effort, we do not believe the guerillas can make a single successful foray during the season, if they should return in their former numbers which we do not think likely.

     Since writing the above, we have received information which does not look so favorable.  The latest intelligence seems to render it certain that a guerrilla force did enter Kansas clothed in the Federal uniform.  At last accounts they were pushing west, it was thought, aiming for Topeka.  We hope this last rumor is incorrect, but shall await positive news with great anxiety.

Tuesday, February 9, 1864.

     We are glad to learn that a Tri-weekly mail has been established between this city and Smithville, Clay county, via Liberty.  Service will be commenced within a few days.  This will be good news to our friends in Liberty, to whom this route will be a great accommodation.

     House and Lot for Sale -- A three story frame dwelling house on Third street, next door east of the City Hotel, together with the lot on which it stands, are offered for sale very cheap for cash.  Must be sold by the first of March.  Inquiries at this office, or of Mrs. Thiele on the premises.

     The Steamer A. Majors is the first of the season at this port.  She came down from Weston with railroad iron for Wyandot, and some freight and passengers for this city.  The Wyandots fired the cannon in token of their gladness  over the arrival of the iron.  The work on the railroad will recommence and we shall rejoice with our neighbors in the speedy laying of the track on the first section of the road.  A large number of passengers went up on the boat, among them several of our merchants, going east to buy their spring stock.  The Majors will be down again to-day, and the boating season may be considered fairly commenced.

Sunday, February 7, 1864.

     BOY WANTED -- A good boy can find a place in our Bindery.

     The 16th Kansas now numbers 800 and is fast filling up.

     The Rev. E. A. Harlow will lecture at Long's Hall this evening.  Subject, "Infallibility."

     Steamer A. Majors will be down this morning to take up passengers and leave for Weston.

     General John M. Thayer has assumed command at Fort Smith.

     The funeral of Governor Gamble was attended by a very large concourse of people.  Both branches of the Legislature attended.

     The Union Theatre has an excellent bill for to-morrow night -- the "Irish Heiress," "Mr. and Mrs. L. W." and the "Two Buzzards."  There will be no performance on Tuesday night on account of the Masquerade Ball.

     Dr. Chalfant received a dispatch yesterday from Senator Van Horn, saying that it was his opinion, and the opinion of those best informed, that the Governor would sign the Railroad Bill.  Good!

     The Christian ordinance of Baptism was observed by the Colored Baptists of this city yesterday.  Six persons, three men and three women, were immersed.  The ceremony took place in the river a short distance west of the Gillis House.  A great crowd stood upon the banks and witnessed the immersion.  The ice running in the stream and the chilly air would have deterred anyone not influenced by strong motives, from going in the water, and the candidates gave much expression to their joyful emotions.

Saturday, February 6, 1864.

     No eastern mail was received yesterday.

     The Clay Seminary at Liberty commences a new session next Monday.

     We are going to have a railroad.  Everybody says so, and everybody is right.

     The 7th Kansas has arrived at Leavenworth.  The city gives them a great reception today, $800 worth of reception.

     The notorious Fain, at one time U. S. Marshal in Kansas, but lately a confederate beef contractor, is now a prisoner at Forth Smith.

     The Paymaster will be around with green-backs for the soldier boys, Monday.  They will be glad to see him and his pictures.

     A Jigatory entertainment came off last night at the Court House, whish was fairly attended  Hops, theatricals, and exhibitions are all en tapis just now.

     Navigation on the Missouri River is likely to be very brisk this season.  More than eighty new boats for this river are built and being built.

     The Liberty Tribune says the "darkies" in Clay county have been" toddling" across the river to Kansas during the past few days, in considerable numbers.  The warm and beautiful weather of the past few days has admonished them of the uncertain tenure of the ice, and they are endeavoring to "make hay while the sun shines."

     Rev. Mr. Scarritt's school celebrated the close of a term by appropriate exercises last evening at the  Methodist Church.  The building was crowded at an early hour.  We wedged in by one of the doors a few minutes during the evening.  The boys and girls and youths and maidens, were speaking pieces, reading compositions, rendering music and going through with the usual programme of school exhibitions in fine style.  The interest displayed last night suggested forcibly to our mind the whole subject of education as connected with our city.  We must have a better system -- one which shall reach all the people and give us a higher grade of schools.  We must also have an academy  We can support one without  a single scholar from outside, although we should have scores of that class.

Friday, February 5, 1864.

     The Col. Hawkins who was recently at St. Joseph, lionizing himself, is exposed by Parson Brownlow as an imposter.

     We regret to learn that the drug store of Dr. Boggs, of Westport, was entirely consumed by fire yesterday morning.  How it caught fire is not known.  The loss we believe was total.

     We have had no paper mail from Saint Louis until yesterday since Monday.  These delays are very vexatious to us in the matter of general news.  It is said that the paper mail has been thrown off between here and Dresden.  The contractors are paid to carry the mail and they should do it.  The letter mail has come.

     The Ferry Boat commenced making trips across the river at this point yesterday.

     For two or three days since the Kansas Ferry boat at Wyandot was carried away, an independent skiff has been running, charging passengers fifty cents for carrying them across the river.  This is well enough for a private speculation, but why should not the ferry company accommodate their customers at the established rates.  If any body can run a skiff, they ought to.

     Two hundred and seventeen negroes have been enlisted at Mexico in this state.

     Tonight at the Union Theatre will be presented the great play of "Toodles."  This is one of the best bills of the season, and will doubtless draw a full house.

Thursday, February 4, 1864.

     General Rosecrans is 44 years old.

     The river is still filled with floating ice.

    Dr. H. Buckmaster has been appointed Medical Inspector for the Department of Kansas.

     The dead hogs which accumulated at St. Joseph during the cold spell are being converted into lard, at the rate of eight hundred per day.

     Why is it that we cannot have a paper mail regularly from St. Louis?  To be deprived of our papers day after day when the letter mail comes through, is very provoking.

     Gen. Curtis started from Leavenworth to Fort Scott, a few days since, on a tour of observation, to learn the wants of that part of his Department.

     A fatal epidemic has made its appearance  at Fort Scott.  Two deaths occurred, the persons dying within twenty-four hours after being taken ill.  The nature of the disease is not known, but on physician calls it spotted fever.

     Almost every exchange we read has a "mad dog" item.  The canines seem to be on the "rampage" over the entire country.  Horrible cases of death from hydrophobia are reported in this State, Ohio and Kansas.  Kill the dogs.

     John C. Russell, a hospital steward, died in the Hospital at Westport on the 2d inst.  He was on his way to New Mexico and was attacked with Typhoid Pneumonia and entered the Westport Hospital Jan. 22.  He was from Western Virginia where his friends now reside.  He was cared for during his sickness by John A. Holton, Hospital Steward.

     Daniel R. Anthony, Mayor of Leavenworth, was married to Miss Annie E. Osborne, at Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, Mass., on the 21st of January.

Wednesday, February 3, 1864.

     The Soldiers' Aid Society will be organized on Thursday afternoon next, meeting at 2 o'clock, at the ho use of  Capt. Toler, opposite the residence of Judge Smart.  All ladies interested are cordially invited to be present and participate.

     Remember the sale of contraband stock, &c., which takes place this morning at the Government Corral on O K Creek.  Desirable bargains may doubtless be had at these auction sales.

     The Ferry Boat between here and Wyandot was carried away with the ice -- the bridge is impassable on account of repairs being made, and we are thus without communication with our neighbors across the river.  The mails are delayed and things in a vexatious state generally.  Al this goes to show the necessity of a bridge across the Kansas, between here and Wyandot.  It is a matter of public necessity.

     The sale of lots by the city for taxes, will commence this morning at ten o'clock, at the Court House.  "Fair warning" has been given and those whose lots are sold will have no reason to complain of the city for collecting the taxes due in the manner provided by law.  Those wishing to invest will do well to attend the sale.  The sale will continue from day to day  until all unpaid lots are sold.

     Notice is hereby given that on Monday, the 15th day of February, A. D. 1864, the Jackson County Court will hold a Special Term of said Court to hear appeals from the assessment of the Military Communication Tax for 1863.   By order of the Jackson Co. Court, February Term, 1864.  John G. Hayden, Sheriff.

     To ensure publication, all advertisements,, special notices, and local notices must be handed in by four o'clock.

Tuesday, February 2, 1864.

     The telegraph announces the death of Gov. Gamble.  The event was not altogether unexpected, as he has been in a critical condition for some time.  He was an aged and feeble man, and we doubt not the perplexities and cares of his official position,, had not a little to do with breaking him down.  While many of his political acts have been severely denounced, and his general policy widely condemned, we have always heard him spoken of as a man of the purest private life, and as no doubt honest in his public course.  But, he was too old and feeble a an for these stormy times, and had too little appreciation of the demands of the hour to meet them with the highest success.

     The St. Louis Union says Small Pox is prevalent in that city.

     The 1st Missouri cavalry have enlisted as veterans.  They return home on a thirty day's furlough to recruit.

     The remains of the widow Cummings, who has been missing since last October, were found in the river just east of the city on Sunday.

     The State Lunatic Asylum has one hundred and nine patients.  No more than that can be received until the buildings are re-furnished , when they can accommodate three hundred and fifty.

     NOTICE -- All the member of the Union Protection Society, are requested to be present at the Court House, on Tuesday evening, the 21 inst., as there is important business to transact. 

     We shall doubtless hereafter get a paper mail as often as the condition of the roads and the convenience of the stage proprietors will allow.  A large gust of eastern papers was received here yesterday, the first for several days.

     DIED -- In Kansas City, on the 1st inst., Walter B. Hoagland, aged 26 years.  Friends and relatives are invited to attend his Funeral from the residence of D. M. Jarboe, on Tuesday, the 2d inst., at half past two o'clock, for interment at the Catholic Cemetery.
     The numerous friends of this worthy young man will deeply sympathize with the bereaved family  They have known him from childhood up, admiring his exemplary conduct, and giving him that warm friendship his own generous heart created.  He died with the hope of Paradise-- the surety of a new life, where the waves of sorrow never beat.  Bidding good bye to his almost heart broken mother, his sisters and brother, and the weeping friends around his couch, he pointed them heavenward; and closing  his eyes, without a gasp or struggle, he fell asleep in Jesus.  This assurance will heal the bruised heart and calm the troubled waters of the soul; for he we loved has only gone before -- though dead, he yet speaks to us of another and a better world.