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Iowa news. [volume] (Dubuque, Upper Mississippi Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1837-1841, 1837-12-23

new life, Ii ran quickly from the spot,
and pauset not for breath, until he
reached theriver side.
He crepsoftly down the steep stone
stairs that cad from the commence
ment Of Wserloo bridge to the waters
level. Hecroucbed into corner and
held his broth as the patrol passed. -
Never did she prisoners heart throb
with the hope of liberty and life hall
SO eagrly az did that of the wretched
man at the prospect Of death. The
watch passed. close to him. but he re
NAMED unosserved; and, after waiting
| till the souul Of footsteps had died in
the distance he cautiously descended
and stood beneath the gloomy arch that
forms the landing place from the wa
ter.
The tide vas in. and the water flow
ed at his fett. The rain had ceased.
the wind was lulled, and all for mo-
ment, still and Guiet-so quiet that the
slightest sound on the opposite bank.
even the ripoling Of the water against
the barges that were moor'd there
were distinctly audible 10 his ear
The stream stole languishly and slug
gishly on. Strange and fantastic forms
arose to the surface and beckoned him
TO approach; dark cleaning eyes peer
ed from the water, and seemed 10 mock
his hesitation; while hollow murmurs
from behind urged hiul onward. He
retreated few PAGES, took short run,
a desperate leap and plunged into the
river.
Not FIVE seconds had passed when
he rose to the waters surface: but what
a change had taken place in that short
time in allthoughts and feelings! Life,
life in any form, poverty, misery, star
walton, any thing but death. Hefought
and struggled with the water that cfo-
sed over his head, and screamed in ag-
onies of terror. The shore. but one
foot of dry ground-Ae could almost
touch the step. One hands breadth
nearer and he was saved: but the tide
bore him onward under the dark arch
es of the bridge, and he sank to the
bottom.
Again he rose and struggled for life:
for one instant, for one brief instant,
the buildings on the rivers bank, the
lights on the bridge thro' which the
current had borne him, the black wa
ter and the fast flying clouds, were
distinctly visible, once more he sank,
and once sgain he rose; bright flames
of fire shot up from earth to heaven,
and recled before his eyes, while the
water Numbered III his cars and stun
ned him with its furious roar.
Iowa news. [volume] (Dubuque, Upper Mississippi Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1837-1841, 1837-12-23
FALSE FRIENDSHIP.

My dear friend, you are heartily
welcome to town, fsaid spruce dress
ed citizen, as he Helped his country
friend to alight from the stage,) pray
come home with me, expect you
will make my house your own while
you stay in town; there is nothing in
my power / will not do to make it a.
greeable to you. have depended up
on your company my house is at
your service This over acted COM
plaisance made me suspect his sinceri-
ty, or that he had some sinister point
in view; SO putting my rings on my
finger, / followed him home.
4 am greatly obliged to you, (said
the country gentleman, as he sat down
to the breakfast table,) the invitation
you have given me is very acceptable;
/ have lost the estate | have been so
long at law about, for the want of suf-
ficient evidence, and when ] have paid
the cost, ! shall not have more than
two hundred pounds left, with which
mean to purchase an annuity; there
fore | shall make my house yonr home
till | can settle my affairs.
'Itmay be sometime before you can
settle your business to your satisfac-
tion,' replied the citizen, his features
contracting into cold ciyility, 'and
expect gentleman to take my first
floor in about week; / am sorry | can
not accommodate you longer"
He drunk two cups Of tea, and then
asked his friend to lend him two gum
cas-. He had it not in the house
Trade was very precarions, again men
toned his expected lodger and recon-
mended a mean room TO his friend, at
half crown per week, in an obscure
lane in the city.
Oh self interest! how dost thou dead
en- every virtue, lead to hypocrisy and
vice, and make man what he should be
ashamed to own. mean, avaricious
and unfeeling? Would l change the
feeling heart for all the interested
views this world affords! Oh mol
Give me sensibility to feel another's
woe, and shall then feel as / ought
my own happiness.
sItis yexatious,' said Mr.. -, as
he rose from breakfast, that | canno,
stay herc-I have no ready money &c
procure lodging No answer was
made. Cant ] have room on your
second floor Mr.. Savalle?' Really
sir, they are all occupied 4 do not
know what to do; must beg you to
lend me half guinea till next week.
q cannot, upon my word, SIR
Mr.. S**@*A, summoning up look
Of expressive contempt, and fixing his
eyes on his false friend, cried: Gle
who can refuse guinea to my neces-
sites, shall not share my prosperity.
Know selfish man, ] gained my case,
and am at this time master Of
thousand pounds, per annum.'' Then
hastily left the room. Rich. Wing.
Iowa news. [volume] (Dubuque, Upper Mississippi Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1837-1841, 1837-12-23
.The patriotic boast where e'er we roam,

A company is now organizing in
New York and New Orleans, having
for its object an extensive settlement
on Trinity river, Texas, for the culti-
walton Of wine and silk. A charter is
expected from the Texian Congress.
A small party Of Mendam, Morris
county, N. j. consisting of Messrs.
Vim. Guerin and G. M. Williams, one
day, shot SO patridges, 81 quails, 81
rabbits, 90 muskrats, 81 squirrels, /
hawk, 2 owls, raccoon, besides a
great number Of robbins, pigeons, SC.
So says the Newark Sentinel.
Iowa news. [volume] (Dubuque, Upper Mississippi Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1837-1841, 1837-12-23

IS FEW barrels fresh Flour, just recs's' y. a
"A Missouri Fulton, aud for saioocDyswOOD.
Sept. %. z. b
Iowa news. [volume] (Dubuque, Upper Mississippi Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1837-1841, 1837-12-23

NouAtuUlC Aol Ahiiiily uoO3 "iiASAA "'SJ VIVA ~I
for cash, lead, or mineral--Among which will
be found
Sugar, Coffee, Young H. Tea,
Imperial, Gunpowder Souchoungdo.,
Molasses, Mackerel, Cheese,
Crackers, Almonds, Raisins, Figs;
Loaf Sugar, Dried Peaches,
Dried Apples, Chewing Tobacco,
Smoking Tobacco, Pepper, Allspice,,
Cloves, Ginger, Nutmegs, Starch, indigo
Soap, Candles, Flour, Corn Meal, Corn
Mustard, Paste Blacking, Playing Cards.
Writing and Letter Paper;
Kegs Oysters, 10 barrels Porter,
French Brandy, American do.'
Holland Gin, American do,
Madeira, Teneriede, Malaga &por' wines
Rum, Claret in bottles, lsup. -,
Lemon Syrup, Spanish Cigars, Me sa , 40.
Nails, Brooms, Flasks, Powder and Ing Ing
Stoughton Bitters by the gallon o. Oo'u'
$500 lbs. well cured Bacon.
Du Buaue, May IL, 1886. lit
Iowa news. [volume] (Dubuque, Upper Mississippi Lead Mines, Wisconsin Territory) 1837-1841, 1837-12-23
Dg&I @009S, ].

EOVlSAOlAS3 "a 800 IA
TyHE subscriber has received by late A y s.,ro
addition to his former stock OF uou %,,o..,;et.
and general assortment Of Provisions, w.s.vare,
Liquors, Dry Goods, Hardware, no s v.,;ssy
Queens-ware Boots, Shoes, Caps anu ~ viii
sell on moderate terms at his store in Peru 81
cash, mineral, or lead. -, nnurRS.
P.n,. Nov. a3. 1886. 29-tf
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16
ORR MERCHANTS

We feel how difficult it is render Justice to one class
Of our fellow citizens without giving offence to other,
without exciting the jealousy of party spirit or awaken
ing the apprehension of party discipline, kndng the ire
Of party envy ...-
There is entire class in the country, which is
tered in the ranks of any party classes in various proper
tons are distributed amongst all. Is it just therefore,
or is it wise to hold towards the mercantile class, Ian
guaee like the following from the Ncm York Ecening
Post,
The moment that the government, in the exercise Of
its unreasonable prerosave first called in question the
policy of recharierng the United States, Bank the
wings say made an attack that institution that
the commercial class turned in fury upon the administration.
Men ho had before paid e slightest attention H. poll
TICS devoted Themselves 10 that obect for the sole purpose
of orerrowing e government the mercantile newspapers
breahcd nothing but abuse and nrcctve against the
President The iactious opposition Of the bank was APP
pauded the echo-all the cnbarrassments which it
threw in the way Of the administration were chcercd.
Enormous subscriptions were raised here and elsewhere
to bride those who cord not be terrified
Surely the Post will not deny that there vast
number Of tho wealthy and respectable Of the
tile class that abandoned the administration standard
in the great battle and could neither be brbcd'
'terrhcd" into the surrender Of their patriotism their
principles As the mercantile newspapers, the Journal of
Commerce which stands at the head OF them standing aIooi
from both political parties at the time. came forth like
Coe tho regecdc from his cave and rushing to the
slaugh turned the tide of battle and the foe
pushed forever.
We know too that b." for the support Of large portion
of the commercial cass-denounccd traitors,
and charged with the intention Of orertrng The govern
;usai"hc administration would have had 10 count the
contest with tho Bank OF the United States battle lost
instead Of won.
What do the great citicswhosc voters are composed
chiefly fthe commercial class and those indisSouhy
connected with them-givc to the administration por-
of their support From whence then does obtain
its triumphant maorltics
When was there time, since the earliest settlement of
the country, when It's merchants not found among
the foremost and frmcst supporters Of its interests. It's
honor and lis liberty and independence
Who but perchans sustained the credit OF the country
in the gloomcsi days OF the oution Who but/ mcr
chants saved tho government from bankruptcy during the
last war
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16
SENATOR TALLMADGE.

We forbear TO speak, as feel in praise Of the fear
less and patriotic conduct Of this distinguished Senator
The patriotism Of spurning party tranmels, the con-
seriousness Of dischargng solemn duty, and the salts
faction of seeing crowned with success, must be
higher reward to hinA than any which the voice OF
praise can bestow,-and his reward ia with him-a re-
ward the world can neither give nor take away.
The first impulse Of the heart is to praise what we
admire but the dictates Of wisdom rs to DO eau
tous in awarding honor to those, whom should de-
Gghif 10 honorfor the spirit Of Haman is abroad
He has been assaed by every kind of weapon. and
every calbro Of parzans but he is invuncrablo to
their poisoned arrows, shall not think it incumbent
to fly to his rescue. ,.
Much has been said Ivy the "organs of the admins
tralion" about what this distinguished Senator has
DONE but apology has been offered for what some c
rislative leaders of the administration have DONE
What have they done and where are thcy' Are
they like certain Bauk witness, so constantly en-
gagged in acts Of bcnerocnce, they cannot be found"
The Republican party never wanted them more and
they have not been more wapted, we fear, than they
will be :. found uantiag' when their advice" about
certain currency measures shall 10 weighed against
the pervadng sentiment of the country. Bot the
country will know where to find Senator Talnladso
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16
Washington, August 10, 1897.
TIE CREDIT SYSTEM.

If the credit system, with all its capabili-
ties, its adaptation to our wants, its tried and
satisfactory results and its manifold advan-
tagcs over any and all the measures that have
been proposed, in substitution for it, will be
correctly understood and properly appreciated,
we arc quite sure that the abuses Of the
system, which are remedial, won lid never be
permitted to operate its total overthrow and
reputation. Any other mode of transactlng
the vas, business of this country, would be an
experiment., and the comprehensive and I'M
limited operation of any such experiment
necessarily involves consequences too serious
TO hazard. 1t would not be like an expert
ment upon small scale, which, in the event
of its failure would be limited in its consequent
cial evils. Any experiment operating upon an
area as broad as our whole country, reaching
TO every quarter of the world where our COM
merce extends, and involving every interest
of society, should never be hazarded but from
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16
THE SUSPENSION OF SPECIE PAYMENTS

THE SUSPENSION OF SPECIE PAYMENTS.
Before give any opinion of the cause, suggest
any remedy for the evil think it but just and proper
await the official explanations Of the President and his
Cabinet. *. r. ....".. ..
As to the Banks themselves, the question is not how
came by them or how shall get rid of them but
how shall "preserpe and rcgnlac' them They the
planets OF social system and shall push
them from their orbits in the political armament, cxtin-
guish them For ONE answer as st. Anna answered
Bustamcntas invitation TO surrender and be shot " No
puedo, debo, q1erot Il cannot, should not and
will not y ....
But If we arc not to protect preserve and regulate the
Banks, what are TO do with them Arc to drive
them beyond the Miss sippi, like savages deprived of
their sovereignty and dominion! Or to levy war
upon EIGHT HUNDRED BANKS, with EIGHT
HUNDRED THOUSAND Allies, who will fly to the
rescue at the first sound of the warwhoop Perhaps
had better finish the Florida Campaign first If be found
so difficult to catch few hundred starving savages may
be found still difficult conquer several hundred
full fed Corporations. ..
We go for and treaties, not for determination.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16
THE RICHMOND ENQUIRER, AND cAMILLUs

We earnestly invite the attention of readers the
sngularly able document signed "Camlus," which
republsh to-day from the Richmond Enquirer For our
part hail proud standard Of sound Republican
doctrine, rescuing from the Of idle schemng and
showerng food Of light and ncontroveibe truth upon
the fields OF darkness and doubt in which have endea-
vored TO involve In opinion is Of the oiest
and powerful specimens Of political newspaper dis
QUESTION, which have distinguished modern times. It
completely subvers the scheme for subreasury system,
and places before the country in lines of light its true po-
icy in regard to the Banking System. Nv. -
On the question Of State Banks and Sub Treasures,
happy to see the Richmond Enquirer taking the
following ground
awe have considered boh-We have revised much
of the discussion of 1884, which treated of these al
ternaves, can lay our hands and prepared
to say that still prefer the State Bank system, sub
eced to wise and adequate restrictions to the Sub
Treasury sysembut that prefer this last system,
any other alternative substitute, to unconstitutional,
lnischeyous Mammoth National Bank We shall discuss
this subject in due in frank and anicabe spirit
and invite other gentlemen their views in
the same free and liberal disposition.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16
VIRGINIA DOCTRINES.

We publish to-day several documents which indicate
very clearly the position in which the Ancient Com,
monwealth will be found, in the conflict of opinion
We commend the sound and sensible message of the
patriotic Republican Governor Of that state, and the
sterling doctrines Of Maj Garland, and the thrilling ar
tice Of Camlus. which will be found on our last page
ITO the earnest attention of our readers
The publication of tho several papers from New
York and Virginia, which have thought too impor,
be omitted necessarily exclude much of that pa
riety of interest which intend shall generally cha
racterize columns, and compel to defer several
articles prepared for this days paper.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16
BANK CONVENTION.

We happy to learn that the Banks OF New York, are
about holding meeting consider the propriey Of ssu
ing circulars the Banks toug the Union suggest
ing the plan of calling Convention OF Bank Dele.
gates, to deliberate on measures preparatory to the
resumption Of specie payments at some practicable period
Let them go forward They have support and intend
ing TO give the subject early and serious attention. they
will find of disposition to resist the impotent efforts
made by some, direct public indignation against body
If innocent, and generally high minded, individuals who
lave become involved in the vortex Of widespread COM
u,ercial and financial calamity whose violence nc
less unforeseen than irresistible.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16

The SUPREME FEDERAL CoURr, AND STATE BANKS.
AS the consttutionalty Of state banks, their past,
present and prospective Importance, well the
pediency Of preserving and regulating them. en-
trench ourselves behind the highest judicial AUTHORITY
of the aod that will stand siege like the cotton bags
of New Orleans" .#.
We take it for granted that none Of the organs OF
the administration" whether exclusively or partially
metallic prepared to question the sonndncss Of the
doctrine laid down in the case Of Briscoc against The
commonwealth n Ktstacky7 lis an authority in favor
Of Estate Bank rights" point blank in point upon
this rock shall lay the foundation Of principles,
without any apprehension Of being undermined,
whClmcd. The "gates Of" "suD-TREAsuRIEs" even
never prevail against us
The Supreme Court OF the United States, at their
last term in the case Of B,iscoc anil The Bank Of The
Commonwealth Of Ktntnc&y, in answer to the argument
against the power OF state to incorporate bank, say,
That by the constitution, the currency, far II
il composed OF gold and silver placed under the
elusive control OF congress- is clear and II is contend
ed from the inhibition on the states TO emit bills oil
credit, that the paper medium was intended to be made
subject to the same power. ...
: II this argument lie correct aud the position that
state cannot do indirectly what it is prohibited from
dong directly, be sound one, then 1t must follow as
necessary consequence tina, all banks Incorporated by
state Unconstitutional and this, III the printed ar
gumcnt. is earnestly maintained though 1t is admitted
not to be necessary to sustain the ground assumed by
the plaintiffs
This doctrine is startling, it strikes fatal blow
against the state banks which have a capital of lear
four huHdred mons Of dollars, and which supply al
the entire circulating medium Of the country But
let US for moment examine it dlspassionatey y.
1.-THE federal government is of delegated powers
All powers delegated to it or inhibited 10 the states
arc reserved to the states or TO the people.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16

a. state cannot emit bills OF credit, or, in other
words, it cannot issue that description of paper, 10
answer the purposes Of money, which was denomnaed
before the adoption Of the constitution, bills OF credit
But state may grant acts OF incorporation for tho at
ainent of those objects which essential to the in
terests Of society This power is incident to sovereign
~, and there is limitation in the federal constitution,
its exercise by the states in respect to the ncopo
ration OF banks.
At the time the constitution was adopted the bank
Of North America and the Bank Of Massachusetts and
some Others in operation II cannot therefore BIO
supposed that the Of these banks intended
TO be inhibited by the constitution or that they were
considered as bills of credit within the meaning OF that
instrument. In many of their most Distinguishing
characteristics, they essentially different from bills
Of credit any Of the various forms in which they were
isued.
"If then, the powers not delegated to the federal go
vernment denied to the states retained by the
states the peopeand by fair construction Of the
term bills Of credit used in the constitution they do
include ordinary bank notesdoes it not follow that
the power to incorporate banks to issue these notes may
be exercised by a state
a uniform course Of action. involving the right to
the exercise Of important power by the state govern
ments for halfa century, and this almost without ques-
tion is unsatisfactory evidence that the power is
rightfully exercised"
In the same opinion tho court say,
ITO constitute bill Of credit within the constu-
ton, be issued by state, the faith Of the
state and be designed to circulate money. 1t must
be paper which crculaes on the credit Of the state
and received and used in the ordinary business
OF life ".@. ..a
The individual or committee who issue the bill must
have the power to bind the state they must act
agents, and Of course do not incur any personal
sponsiblity nor mpar individuals any credit to the
paper These the leading characteristics Of bill
Of credit which state cannot emit
The Court held the charter Of the Bank Of the Com
monweah to be constitutional; and this decision, Of
course, settles the construction Of the constitution
this subject ..s %.@a. ~. .:. ..','. T.. ~.
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THE ADDRESS OF THE ALBANY COMMITTEE


With single exception, heartily yield entire
the doctrines clearly and OPPORTUNITY set forth
in this Address. The exception the appreciation Of
"toal divorce between the General Government and all
Banking Institutions" Doubling the wisdom and tenden-
cies Of this proposition have commenced discussion
of the subject in another column, and intend TO follow
il up hereafter. We confident that the Committee
did go TO the extent OF excluding all bank
paper from the transactions but rather To object
the employment Of the banks fiscal agents and de-
postories, and separate them corporations, from po-
lnca influence In the extensive commentator which
this document has every where received have observed
that the exception has been frequently taken But
the paper in all other respects, regard, of sound
sensible and redeemng character. Although Republic
cansm stands upon its broad distinct and lofty plat
form, yet the Address has happily deineated the midde
ground" should occupy between the opposition the
hand and demagogues and dsorganizers the other
The Address exceedingly opposite to the times, and
is calculated equally well for all mendians of the Union
II commends itself the consideration of every republic
for the soundness OF its doctrines generally and the
bold and manly spirit in which they conceived. In
regard those positions which all approve, in its
own language it should be remembered that harmony
and efficiency most eecualy be promoted by mode
ration and orbeaance among those who differ upon ques-
tons Of minor Importance"
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16

Gov MARCY, OF N Y.-His prompt Address, at the
close Of The late Session, in meeting the unexpected Pc
cuniary exgency shows that he has both decision and
responsibility always equal TO the occasion.
The Empire State and the Old Dominion have taken
the lead this species Of war and war Of SPECIE,
and we shall look TO them co6dently lead us OUT OF it,
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-08-16

Gov CAMPBELL, or Ya.-Hs late toast: " Hard money
for nansaetons Bank notes, equivalent specie
for the Of The country" shows how the wind
blows" in the Ancient Dominion.
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H7We commence labors the Goth Anniversary of
the Battle Of Bennington August l6 Before the 18th Of
October hope shall have BWgoyned, Sub Treasu-
ry and sresips" adyersaes, and that by the l9h the
anniversary Of the surrender of Corvallis the campaign
will have been concluded against them.