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Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
PRIVATE CORRESPONDENCE.

BURLINGTON, Aug. 10th, 1886.
DEAR SIR AS 10 that part Of your
enquiries which relate to the Illinois
Savings Bank at Burlington, Wiscon-
sin Territory, ] can give you only this
information That it is an institution
without father or mother. No person
knoweth whence it-came, or whittier it
gocth, except, perhaps, some one or
two individual spectators upon public
>creduiity. have more than once call
ed upon the supposed cashier Of this in
stitution { call him the cashier, not
because I have seen him handle any
cash, but because he is the instrument
engaged in putting the notes into cir
culation,l forinformationas to the man
ner Of doing business, and the respon-
sibility Of the institution, as vet lean
gain no information from those con-
cerned. Myquestions were either not
answered, or answered cvasively. But
from the fact that upon the face Of the
bills,it appears that real estate IS plcde-
ed Tor their redemption, and there he
ing no real estate in this country be-
longing to individuals, except the half
breed lane, am induced to believe
that the only responsibility there IS Il
the institution, or those concerned IN
It IS, that # BY putting these notes into
circulation, handsome speculation
shall De made, and no hole car, be found
ior these fellows to creep out at. that
then the notes may possibly be redeem
ca. But should their speculations fail.
the people receiving the notes must snf,
fer the loss. I am informed bv resnec g
table merchants Of ST. Louis. that III
individuals concerned In this iinst;t,
ton, are at best Of a suspicious cl,arac.,
ter. a gentleman Of this place. lately;
at Galena, tells me that not long since
respectable gentleman from Cincin-
natl, had offered to the branch at Ca
lena four or five thousand dollars on
deposit, and that the cashier had refus-
60 50 receiving them. Very little. id
any, Of this money is put in circulation
nere' Tor fear Of its reaching home too
soon, and, consequently, for = want oh
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
MEssRs. EDITORs:--Whereas

MESSRS. EDITORS:--Whereas
~ it appears from lengthy detail Of
prccautionin yourpapers to the public,in
relation to the choice they make for re-
representatives. for Du Buque county,
and the Territory Of Wisconsin, join
the Mr.. Voter as he subscribcs him
self, and will add the remainder Of his
.sentence-First: He seems to allow a
free and independent right to candi-
dates, that is, to announce themselves,
which is republican principle. So
far very good. is true we have not
fairly ascertained the true amount Of
members we are entitled to, as the CEN
sus is not yet proportioned; but one
thing | can say with certainty, we will
have right to elect some, and perhaps
four for our county representatives;
and as an independent people, Mr.. Vo-
ter, allow us, the permanent citizens,
our rights. Let us, as an independent
people, announce ourselves in any eli
vii manner we may choose, if it be not
intrusive to the community, at large.
| admit your piece to be cunningly Sc
.lected, and we'll linked together, and
calculated to deceive the people if they
were as void Of knowledge as you re-
present them. Truly, we are people
from almost every part Of the universe,
and hastily collected together, and pos
Isesscd with various principles and mo-
tions. Some are for becoming resi-
dents and permanent citizens, who are
the people that feel the interest Of the
community; and ofsuch we shall make
our representatives, because their IN
terests would reach the needs eir
constituents.
Now, Mr.. Voter, if you shonid be 4
able to carry your caucus into effect,
be careful who you select. Let them
not be transient characters, who have
reached this country merely for specu-Il
lation, and not with the intention Of
becoming permanent citizens. Such
consider It to be dangerous to elect,
for a few hundred dollars might tempt
such charactera to sell their votes, in
place Of defending the rights Of the
people.
Now, fellow-citizcns, do NOT con-
slider the Iaw-making power so essen
tial as interested representatives Of Du
Buque county. Let them all, posi-
Bile, be with US; and then we, the in
dependent people, can with some safe
ty, support them. If l mistake not,
there will be library Of law for the
benefit Of the members At the legisla-
live assembly 50 the whole code Of
law to be enacted or quoted from other
avs, will not be SO tedious = task as1
your scientific knowledge may think,
Mr.. Voter. !
Now, leas1ayo u might be at loss To-
know the aut Of this, you find myII
name, q simple voter,
III. G. ENORE
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
GREAT SPEED.

The new steamboat M1sso uRl FuLroN, Capt.
PERM made her last trip from St. Louis to Misplace
70 hours, being detained the way, for freight,
wood, tightening over the rapids, &c, 80 hours,
which makes her running time only 4s hours She
carried 3a5 cabin, and 100 deck passengers, and
$50 tons feigh. This is much the quickest trp
which has ever bacn made between St. Louis aud
misplace, and must add much to the already great
reputation Of the FuLroS and her cnterprising
commander.
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
FOR SALE.

hNE Of the best stands for business
~ in the town Of Du Buqne. This
property fronts on Main-street 7o feet,
and runs les feet deep toan alley, with
good store house "a by &c, with a
frame ware room attached to the store
house; good comfortable frame DWELL
ing house in the rear Of the store house
IS feet by Is, two rooms. Also, frame
kitchen with stone chimney, porch
Is by 10 on enorth side of the DWELL
ing, well finished. Apply to E. Mat
tox, on the premises, or to ]. P. Far
ley, Galena.
Du Buque, Aug. 10, 1886. l4-7t
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
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"WEDNESDAY ..AUGUSTe4, 1885.
rTIE PUBLIC LANDS.

THE PUBLIC LANDS.
We concluded lsst week the report Of the come
mittee Of the senate on the public lands, and to-day
publish the bill accompa the report. The re-
port to our mind, is the ablest public documents
we have read for a long while. Itsreasoning is
close and logical it's positions correct, and its
clusions indispu,able: ne bill, we believe, meets
every point that is Intended. Perhaps it may be
considered too restrictive But hope il may pass
as it is with slight alterations early in the next
session Of Congress. I,szenactment will forever
the Mississippi from going into the hands Of specu
lators; and would add hundred fold to the pros
perity Of our flourishing territory.
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
no DOlIal.s ReWal.lI.

VuNHE hause Of the Subscribers, one mile south Of
Il Du Buque, was broken open on Saturday the
2Uth inst, and RIFLE itJN stolen tom il. Tho
rife has small bore. the breech is staight piece
with piece screwed on the uidel side. Bctwec,
the hind thimbls and the breach, two small hclas
have been burned; the guard is OF brass. aud the
hind end of it broken; plain stock. The above re-
ward will be paid for the apprehension Of tho thief
and the recovery Of the gun.
RALPH MONTGOMERY,
JOHN BURTON.
Auo o. 1926 Jc14
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
WISCONSIN DEMOCRAT.

The first number Of The Wisconsin De mocrat,
published Al Green Bay, by H. o. SEC SHo Les,
has beSh received. il springs from a union Of the
screen Bay Intelligence and ssWisconsin Free
Press, two newspapers formerly printed al Green
Bay. The Democrat is neatly printed OH Super
royal sheet, and the editorial department is well
conducted.
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
Clock and Watch Ilcpairing.

Clock and Watch Repairing.
DANIEL GRANDBECK respectfully il
= forms the inhabitants Of Du Buque ana yi-
cinity, that he carries on the above business IL
its various branches, in Patrick Fins house.
up stairs, nearly opposite John Rcgal & CO..
store, where he will repair and clean clocks
and watches Of every description, musica.
boxes and jewelry. Having served rerul.f
apprenticeship to the business in Europe. and
worked at it for anumber of years in the Uni-
ted States, he belives that he will be able q
give general satisfaction.
Du Buque, June %, 1886
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
TEXAS

We have no news yet from the gallant Texans
Every thing in relation to their fate is involved in
ancertainty-. Accounts, Mckee,
show the most extensive and determined prepaTa-
tons Tor reducing the insurgsnt province
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
SELLING OFF CHEAP.

VIE subscribers intending to close their pres
Il ent business, offer their stock at reduced mi.
cess consisting in part Of the foowin. articles, viz
lO0 bbls. Mess and Prime Pork,
81 Kegs Lard and Butter,
81 bbls. fresh snpe.-fne Flour,
Corn and Corn Meal, Rice,
Brandy, Gin, Wines ofall qualities, Whisky,
Dried Apples, Candies, Soap, Lemon Syrup,
:, sigars, Pipes, Raisias, Loaf Sugar, &c. &c.
Cash. 4 II IsyI e. ~
z Aug. "a, 1886. IG-3t
~. IS All persons indebted to the subscribers eli.
ther by note Oh book account, are earnestly request
cd to call and settle the same Immediately, as thu
sobscfibers are DESTROYS to close their with
out delay. A. LEVI g.. Co.
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
sDU BUQUE VISITOR.

would only aggravate the epicurean
and q, bring a blight over my own fair
thought, Come then, expressive ST.
lence, museits praise.''
+. RI II.
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
Family Grocery.

Family Grocery.
Ja 3. gzp@DDARD.
H AS in store, and for sale, one door below
- the Post Office, general assortment Of
GROCERIES.
Selected expressly for FAMILIES use. and
known to be good, and are offered as cheap
as articles of a like quality in the country
consisting in part Of the following articles:
Flour, Pork, and Lard,
Loaf, White HAVANA, and N. @. Sugar,
Coffee, Gunpowder, Imperial g. Y. III. Tea
Sperm. Mould, and Dip, Candles
Palm, Common Bar, and Fancy Soap,
: Mackercl, Goldfish, and MoIasses
Raisins inboxes and half-boxes
Spanish, Melee, and Common Cigars
Rice, Soft Shelled Almonds, g. Nutmegs
Pepper, Allspice, Ginger, Cloves
Cinnamon, Sal. Gratis, Tobacco
Mustard, Corhs, &c. &c.
.ALSO-.H choice I0tof
Brandios, Wines, and other Liquors, by
Tho cask and barrel.
Du Buque, July 6, 1886. 9--tf
UST received per steamboat Emer-
- aid, so bbls. Superfine Flour,
80 do. Corn Meal,
so do. Pork. For sale by
JOHN REGAIN, & Co.
August 10, 1886. l4-tf
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
MISSOURI ELECTION.

MISSOURI ELECTION.
Mr.. Boccs, the Van Buren, candidate, is elected
Governor by small ma; ority; and Mcssr.. HARM
son and MlLLEE, both Van Buren,, are elected to
Congress. e ~. y
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
II q u II ID

TN the Cooley, very good new BOOT, which
il is ONO use to me without its fellow. There's
fore whoever has its mate will please leave il at the
printing Office, as have done with this, OF take
them both. E. LANGWORTHY,
Aug. "a. 1896. l6-tf
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
PUBLIC NOTICE..

TINHE Subscriber has for scla one hundred head
Of fine BEEF CATTLE, two first-ratc MI
NERAL WAGONS, two tinc young saddle HOR-
SIS, which how'll sell law for cash
JAMES M. BOONE.
Du Buque, Aug "a, 1896. 16-3t
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
N Office.

A LII persons indebted to me, either BY note or
N book account, are requested ocome forward
and make immediat, payment, as wish to wind
up the affairs ofmy late concern in Du Buque ear
ly as possible.
JOHN LEVI.
Du Buque, Aug. 81, 1886. l6-St.
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
John S. Hol.ller.

.AI1ORNEYs.az' Inn,
A FTER the 4th day Of July next, will offer
= his professional services to the citizens 81
the counties Of Du BuouE, DIS MolNE, and
Iowa. His residence will be at the Seat q
Government for Wisconsin.
June g, 1886 5tf ~ u Z ~ ~
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24

The elections in thsstate have resulted generally
in favor of the dos.inant party
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24

Chas. s. Hampstead,
ATTORNEY 1T LaN, G.aLE!Na. I'LL.
WILL continue to practice in the several
~ courts in Iowa and Du BuouE counties,
w. T. Office on Bench street, adjoining
dwelling, in Galena.
August IL, 1886. 0tl5
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
NJ. w. POWER,
OF PERU,
=: M =

OFs PERU,
ri AS inst received per steamer Wisconsin. I
= large supply Of
groceries and Provisions;
ALso-A general assortment Of
GOODS, CLOTHING. &c
-, CONSISTING OF
90 bbls. Flour, 80 do Pork. do Mnl..e.
DO Mac erel, 10 do Dried Fruit.
90 Loaf Sugar, 3 hhds Sugar.
sac 8 Coffee, 6 chests Imperial Tas
= chests Young Hyson Tea, u sacls Sale
~ boxes Goldfish, hid Rice.
boxes Cavendish Tobacco.
y Kegs Nails, 80 do Powder.
20 bags Shot, 6 boxes Starch,
Dds. Almonds, s boxes Dried Hc,rinra.
!, Dbl. Dried Ca:-s,,ss, boxes Mustard.
boxes Cayenne Pepper,
o. aoz boxes Melee and Spanish Cigars.
~ boxes Dipt and Mould Candles.
- h-bexes- Soap.
LIQUORS.
Whlksey, Brandy, Rum, Gin; Madeira.
deenerlfte, Malaga, Claret, Mascat ana
champagne Wines.
Keady-lnade Clothing.
Calicoes. Ginghams, Muslins, Cambricks.
l,aces, Ribbands, Linen Diapers, Hdkfs.
Checs, Domestic 8, Ticking, Flannels;
Blue and Blac Cloths, Cassinets,
Ermlnets, Stcrmant's Blue Drilling
Fine and Coarse Boots, Fine and Coarse
Brogans, Pumps, &c.
Hats, of the latest fashion.
The subscriber offers the above articles for
ale on the most reasonable terms for Cash.
Lead or Mineral.
Peru, June %, 1886. 7--tf
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
Patent Rotary
q 90 K IN G. SYO Y e.
FOR MOOD or C0AJ

FOR WOOD OR Goa .45s-- .l7F
CERTIFICATES Of the utility of tho above
~ Stove, from, several hundred OF the most res.
pactable citizens Of Albany, Troy, Lasingb,rr
Schenectady, and vicinity.--Also, from several 81
the principal Hetels in the cities Of New York,
Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, may be
seen at any time, by calling at my counting rom
As a full dcs.ription Of tho stove would be 100
lengthy for publications, the public are respectfully
invited to call and examine tho article for them-
selves
Forthe satisfaction of those who have not had an
opportunity ofseeng lhcm il use, the snbscrberhas
personally called on number of the oldest and
most respectable citizens Of this city, whohave had
them in use the longest, and have obtained from
them the following certificate:
We, the Subscribers, citizen. of Cincinnati, hav-
ing NOW in use one Of the above Patont Rotary
Cooking Stoves, are happy TO add our testimony to
that Of others, ofits great utility and economy. We
can say with confidence, believe the Stove supc-
rior 70 any othernow in use, with which we are ac-
quainted. Vita the aid of the large tin oven, ba-
king 10 done ofevery descriptions i'll the best man
ner, as 70 also tho roasting Of meat, &c. III the
square oven un;!e meath.
The revolving top gives great facilities for boil
ing, by bringing either boiler or aperture in imme-
diate contact with the fire. With proper attention
to tho slide hearth, we convinced that it will
not require more than onethird Of the fucl cons u
ed in tho ordinary cooking stove, doing the same
amount Of cooking.
Also consider the Saving of labor from that Of the
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
fEKRIroRr or WJscO NaIN,1
!. Du Bueus County. -
Vi. In ArrAcHxssr.

NOTICE i toreby given, thar a wsiEin attacli-
meni hath been Issued from the ofiics OF Patrick
Qugey, justice Of the peace in and forsaid coul,-
~ Of Du Buqus, against j. r. Letton, ~ absent
debtor, for the sum Of fifty dollars, Oh the 10th day
Of July, 1885, and made rsturnabls on the 9Th Of
said month. a which time The defendant did not
appear: wherenpon ths trial is continued until the
9th Of Ociobsi next, at 3o,closk, r. M. Of said
day, at the ofico ofsaisl jtiftice in Do BSquc.
Tess ATRICK QuIGLEY,,J.P. II
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24

William w. COriell,
ATTORNEY M, L.QIp.
Office next door south Of Wheeler & LOOMS,
store.
Du Buque, June 90, 1896.
Mills & Hoge,
counseAors and attorneys at Lar,
GALENA, ILLS.
~ Office on Bench ST., tive doors north ,f
Benefits Hotel g
,EtiE subscribers have united in the practice
b OF the Law in this and the adjoining
counties. and in the counties Of Du buoue.
Crawford and Iowa, in the Territory Of Wis.
eonsin, and Will be happy to receive any or
ders,i in their profession.
BENJAMIN MILLS,
JOSEPH p. HOGE.
June Is, 1896 6tf
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24
Phi. Engie,

attorney at Lu,O and Solicitor IN Chancey,
OFFERS his professional services to the cit.
~ liens Of DU BuouH, DRs MoINE and Iowa
counties.
u Office opposite the printing Office Of the
Du Buque Visitor.
July % 1886. l2-tf
NOTICE is hereby given, that shall apply
~ to the next county court Of Du Buaue
county, for license to establish Ferryacross
the Mississippi river, ton miles above the town
Of Du Buque, nearly opposite to the Snake
Diggings. ]. PARSONS.
August II, 1886. 3t15*
Du Buque visitor. [volume] (Dubuque, Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1836-1837, 1836-08-24

44s ". ~. Bradford. s7f547 p
The subscriber keeps constantly on hand, GO
neral assortment Of Cooking Stoves, Z, 10 plate
franklin Stoves, Franklin Fire Places, English
Cooking Crates, Portable Coal Gratss Of every va
risty and size, Coal Stoves, &c. NC. Ali Of the
latest Eastern and English patterns, combining
ny valuable and important improvements. Many
of them are on an entirely principle from any
before exhibited il this country.
Also, general assortmen. Of Tin, Copper, Sheet
Iron, and Brass Ware Of every variety.
Also, Castings, Hollow Ware, sugar Kettles,
Tea Ksttesy urnacss, Mortara, Weighs, Sad
Irons, WACO, Boxes, Strap Hinges, Plollghs, Log
Chains, Ha;lncs, Platform Scalas Barr N IL Scenes,
&c. &c. &c. Manufactured aud sold wholesale
and retail By the subsc ribar, No. %, Main street
near Front, Cincinnati.
ga copper, Brass, Pewter, lead, old Iron, Flax,
q Tow Linen, jeans, Country Socks, Bceswax,
Ginseng, Furs, aud most kindsof country produce
taken in exchange, NJ the highest market price.
Couhtry merchants and wholesale dealers, arc
particularly requested to cailand examine the stock
for themselves.
Prompt attention paid 70 81, orders. y Il II
Aug. ~, 1896. left 81 EWHIPpLE
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1836-01-27

Undoubtedly there is not, if France will come down
with the money.
"America is assured that France will in no case
commit an act of aygres son.' WiP not! But
has she not already! Has she not withheld the
property of America from lis rghtfu owner' Has
she net fled from her own unambiguous engagement,
and refused to pay positive debt, but conditions.
humilntng to the creditor! And are not these ag-
gressonsl T.
'lt gives us much satisfaction to perceive by
many symptoms that steadnsss and moral courage
appear on the side Of right. We do trust in all
sincerity, that France will not persist in her evasve
policy, or plunge the whole world once more into
confus ion, nations included which are strangers TO
the original quarrel, upon point of false etiquette
where reason and common honesty are against her."
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1836-01-27

GJsThe Suppressed Letter as it is called-thc
letter addressed by the French President of the
Council, to NJ Pageot, has been publishcd and
was evidently intended to induce the President to
tender unasked, an apology to the government of
France. The whig editors, as usual on most mat
tiers of public policy, divided in their opinions in
reference to the pursued by the President in
relation to that document. twas optional with the
French Charge de Afarcs to read that letter TO Mr.
Forsyth, or not as he might think expedient. 1t
was informally communicated to the Secretary OF
State who therefore declined the offer of a copy.
II contained propositions, which, however concilia-
tory in their general aspect required of the Pres
ident such concessions MS the country never would
approve aud such as could not in reason be expect
ed from him. The letter was published to the world
by the French Consul General in New York, as an
appeal from the Government to The people-a most
unjnstifabe and reprehensihlc proceeding If the
President had acted in compliance with the sugges-
tons contained in the letter. the opposition presses
f~n one end of the country TO the other would have
opened their batteries upon him, and denounced
him as ono who having taken elevated position
which he was unable TO maintain, had gladly sneak
ed out of the difficulty by All indirect and degrading
apology disgraceful to his own, and to the national
honor.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1836-01-27

GF~The Boston Courier, an opposition paper, in
speaking of Mr.. Cahoun's speech on the Presidents
Special Message in which he compliments France
for the she has pursued and throws the whole
blame upon government; says We are sure
that the sentiments expressed by Mr.. Calhoun will
find any response in the feelings of any portion
of the people unless it be a few individuals, who
think more of bottle of champagne and silk
waiscoat than they do of justice, honor and inde
pendcncc." Again -" language altogether un-
worthy of that eminent statcsman--thc language Of
party spirit rather than that of patrio.ism,-and
language that should be execratcd by every citizen
Of the United States" And again the Courier
says -" The sentiments and views delivered by
that once great man, are entirely unworthy of any
creature that aspires to the name of an American
Citizen"
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1836-01-27

G7~The Special Message of President Jackson
to Congress Oh the interesting subject of French af
fairs, will be found in this days paper. 1t will
doubtless meet the entire appreciation of every pat
rioc citizen of the country for its moderation, its
plain and simple statement of the leading circum-
stances connected with France, as well as for the
manly spirit of forbcarance and the sincere and
ious desire the part of the President, to avoid the
calamties of war, il they be avoided by any
means or any measures consistent with due re-
gard for the dignity, honor and independence of the
American Republic. 1t will be perceived that the
measures recommended, viz, a prohibition of
French goods and French vessels from entry in the
ports Of the United States are the most moderate
which could be taken. This circumstance of itself
is amply sufficient to refute the base calumny of
part of the opposition, that the President desired
and Intended to plunge the country into war;
We do no, yet despair of an amicable adjustment
of this unfortunate business, but if after all other
honest and honorable means have failed to obtain
rights, we should at last be obliged to resort to
war, hope and trust that all party animosity will
he thrown aside, and that we shall rally one and all
TO the defen e of our country's honor firmly re-
solved to preserve untarnished or to perish in the
attempt