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Domestic News
April 22, 1854
The Texas Republican
Marshall, Harrison County, Texas
What is this article about?
Report from Western Texan on theft of animals by Seminole chief Wild Cat in Mexico; Mr. Laing's pursuit and complaint to San Fernando Alcalde dismissed after thief claimed governor's authority, leaving property with Indians.
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Stealing by Indians
The Western Texan, of the 30th ult., referring to the depredations committed by Mexicans and Mexican Indians, recites the following:
In this connection we may mention another instance of the manner in which justice is administered in the neighboring "Republic"
Our readers will remember that Mr. Laing lost a number of animals at the time those of Messrs. Jones & Co. were taken. Mr. L. claimed the right—he being a resident of Mexico—to pursue the thieves. He was permitted to, and did, make a complaint to the Alcalde of San Fernando: Wild Cat, the Seminole chief who had stolen the property, came forth and alleged that he committed the theft under authority from the Mexican Governor. His authority being demanded, he made the magnanimous offer, to deliver the animals to Mr. Laing, if Mr. L. would give security for their re-delivery upon production of the required authority in writing. Under these circumstances the Alcalde refused to take further cognizance of the matter and the property remains in the undisturbed possession of the Indians, who share the spoils of their enterprise with the highest functionary of a State. Comment is unnecessary
The Western Texan, of the 30th ult., referring to the depredations committed by Mexicans and Mexican Indians, recites the following:
In this connection we may mention another instance of the manner in which justice is administered in the neighboring "Republic"
Our readers will remember that Mr. Laing lost a number of animals at the time those of Messrs. Jones & Co. were taken. Mr. L. claimed the right—he being a resident of Mexico—to pursue the thieves. He was permitted to, and did, make a complaint to the Alcalde of San Fernando: Wild Cat, the Seminole chief who had stolen the property, came forth and alleged that he committed the theft under authority from the Mexican Governor. His authority being demanded, he made the magnanimous offer, to deliver the animals to Mr. Laing, if Mr. L. would give security for their re-delivery upon production of the required authority in writing. Under these circumstances the Alcalde refused to take further cognizance of the matter and the property remains in the undisturbed possession of the Indians, who share the spoils of their enterprise with the highest functionary of a State. Comment is unnecessary
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime
Indian Affairs
Legal Or Court
What keywords are associated?
Stealing By Indians
Seminole Chief
Wild Cat
San Fernando
Mexican Authority
Animal Theft
What entities or persons were involved?
Mr. Laing
Wild Cat
Alcalde Of San Fernando
Messrs. Jones & Co.
Mexican Governor
Where did it happen?
San Fernando
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
San Fernando
Event Date
30th Ult.
Key Persons
Mr. Laing
Wild Cat
Alcalde Of San Fernando
Messrs. Jones & Co.
Mexican Governor
Outcome
property remains in the undisturbed possession of the indians
Event Details
Mr. Laing lost animals stolen by Seminole chief Wild Cat, who claimed authority from Mexican Governor; complaint to Alcalde of San Fernando dismissed after thief offered conditional return, leaving property with Indians who share spoils with state official