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Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21

Generous Literally. --Mr. d. d. McKin.
ney, manager of the City Theatre, has pre-
scented to the family Of DR.. E. A. Theller,
who is now a prisoner Of war at Toron-
to, the sum Of $l03 25, being the avails
of benefit given for that purpose. Free
Press.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21

The New York Star says, that part Of
the mail road in Michigan, from Perrys-
burgh to Lower Sandusky, is mudho
thirty miles in length Boston Times.
That mud hole happens to be in Ohio.
Were it in Michigan, it would have been
made passable long since.-Det. Morning
Post
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21

In our columns will be found the procee.
dings of Currency meeting at Detroit
We understand that the inhabitants OF the
interior have it in contemplation to coll
counter meetings. Tho fact is--we must
take Michigan Safety Fund money, or 60
without any, for we have no other Toledo
Gazette. ff ~ an
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21

Treasmer's Notice.--It will be perceived
by reference to the notice Of the state trea :
surer published in our paper of yesterday,
that that officer has designated the banks
whose notes will be received in payment for
taxes. In the reception of the notes of
banks which do not pay specie, the law re-
quires him to be governed by the fact wheth-
er the banks have filed in the Office of the
Secretary, of State, their assent to the pro.
visions Of the suspension act. The ex-
clusion OF the notes of banks not named
from the treasury, must not therefore be
taken as an evidence that they are less wor-
thy Of credit than the banks which have filed
their assent to the provisions Of the suspen-
sion act.
We are requested to say that the Bank
of Oakland and the Farmers and Mer-
chants bank Pontiac should have been
included in the list of institutions, whose
notes are received in payment of state tax
es.--Free Press.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21

should take the lead. He accordingly noun
ted the stand and to my utter amaeement
reciied the whole ofmy speech, and only
changing sentence or two to suit his own
case. never felt so awkward in my life.
My turn to speak came and my speech was
gone-stolen-used up--and | was left
without word to say. And to complete
nv modification, the rascal was chuckling
and laughing as il he had done the cleanest
thing in the world"
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21
$3.299,s9s

Total Yo,SJS,oJo
The whole amount of coinage which has,
taken place since the establishment of the
mint in 1893, is:
In gold 1923 $50 $40
In silver 4S,63J,l92
In copper 795,9l5
Total $72,ss1,44s
Of this coinage, about two.thirds Of the
gold, to wit: FIFTEEN millions Of dollars,
has been coined since the commencement
of Gen. JAcKsoN's administration, and, Of
the silver, upwards of one-half, to wit: a.
bout TWENTY-FIVE millions Of dollars
Thus, the gold and silver coinage since
Gen. JAcKsoN's administration, amounts to
about FORTY millions, and it has been shown
heretofore, that the importations of specie
during the same time, amount TO sIxTY-Two
millions. Now, the question is, what has
become of these immense amounts OF spe-
Gle And the answer is, that il is SUP-
PRESSED by the combination OF banks
and politicians who are for forcing their de-
preciated paper and shin-plasiers on the
general government, as well as on the state
governments aud the people. But they can
not SUPPRESS it much longer. The guam.
1 tty of specie which will be imported this
year, and the immense coinage which will
take place at New Orleans, as well as al
the other branch mints and the mother mint,
will be so great that it will be impossible for
the broken bank and shin-plaster party to
continue the suppression. Globe.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21
OPERATIONS OF THE MINT.

The Director OF the Mint has made his
annual report to Congress, and from that We
have the satisfaction to see that the three
branch minis are near about ready to be-
gin their operations, and that the one in
North Carolina may be considered as hav-
ing began. The commencement of opo-
rations by these branch minis is of the ut
most possible importance to the country in
this season of shin.plaster tickets; and it
is believed that great coinage of small
silver, to wit twenty-five cent. ten cent,
and five cent pieces, will be ordered TO be
struck, to supply the country with silver
change; and also that large coinage OF
quarter eagles will be provided. The d.
rector of the mint, DR.. PATTERSON, shows
that great increase has already CON-
menced in the small coinage, both of silver
and of gold, and every citizen feels the ne
cessity of going on with the small coinage
until the country is amply supplied. The
director of the mint shows that the coinage
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21

Major General John r. Williams, com.
handing LIST division, is therefore hereby
directed to furnish from his command, one
major, one surgeon, one surgeons mate,
one drum major, one fife major, and five
companies, each company to consist of one
captain, one first lieutenant, one ensign or
second lieutenant, three sergeants, four corr
porals, and sixty.four privates, the privates
10 be taken by draft or volunteers, the latter
mode of which would be preferred, to rem.
devious with all possible despatch at Glib
raltar.
In like manner, the commanding officer
of the I'd Reg't, Sd Division will furnish one
company, consisting Of one captain, one
first lieutenant, and one ensign or second
lieutenant, and three sergeanis, four corpo-
rails, and sixty.four privates, TO rendezvous
as above.
The whole detachment, consisting OF SIX
companies. to be under the command Of
Colonel Henry Smith, who will appoint an
adiutant, and who will, as soon as the de-
tachment is duly organized, report for in
spection and muster into the service OF the
United States for three months, unless soon
er discharged, to Brig. Gent H. Brady, U
5. A.
By order of the Commander in Chief.
]. E. SCHWARZ,
Adjutant General.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21

The whole amount of coinage which has,
taken place since the establishment of the
- roo a..
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1838-02-21

1
had also, previous to the passage of said
Joint resolution, agreeably to resolution
OF the board Of commissioners, given pub
lie notice that would let contracts on the
3lst day ofFebruary instant, for furnishing
timber for the superstructure OF about four
miles of road near Adrian, and also, within
the limits of the city of Monroe, and also
for the grading of the whole route, from
the eastern termination to Adrian provl
ded the sum required for the same should
MT exceed the unexpended balance OF the
appropriation already made on the southern
route. In consequence of said joint resolu
ton. Immediately caused notice to be pub
lished, that said sale would be adjourned
and deferred letting the same unt'l al1el !n'
expiration of the time fixed for sGspehoins
operations. | also deferred letting I'M
contract above mentioned as forfeited %
the failure of the contractor to furnish the
proper securities, for the Same reason.
Other than the work under contract a.
bove mentioned, over which | had no con
troll, nothing has been done on the south
ern route; but have carefully. desisted
from all operations thereon since received
notice of said resolution and so far as thu
same have been within my power, as acting
commissioner on said road, call operation
have been suspended on said route, agreea
bly, to the evident intent, meaning and re
quirement of the joint resolution which re
Gently passed the Legislature"
have the honor to be,
Your most obedient servant.
L. s. HUMPHREY.
y Acting Commissioner, S. X. X.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-01-20

ford once sold a hornless OK there, whose
tail he had cut and nicked, for a horse OF
the Goliah breed. / should think. said
!, that Mr.. hampton must have no lack
Of cases among such enlightened clients.
Clients, sir said my friend, Mr.. Lamp
ton is not a lawyer. | beg pardon, |
thought you said he rode the circuit
We call it circuit, said q stranger, who
seemed by no means hattered by the mis-
take-we divide the Province, as in the
Almanac, into circuits, in each of which
we separately carry on our business of
manufacturing and selling clocks. There
are few, guess, said the Clockmakcr,
who 60 upon tick as much as we do, who
have so little use for lawyers; ifattorneys
could wind man up again, after he has
been fairly run do,oa, guess they'd be
a pretty harmless sort Of folks.
This explantlon restored my good hu-
NOR, and as ] could not quit my compan-
ion, and he did not feel Opposed to leave
me, | made up my mind 10 travel with
him to Fort Lawrence, the limit of his
circuit. .ar
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-01-20

neatness and propriety. The costume
should be studied and arranged in view
OF the nature of the amusement. A well
dressed man has an involuntary feeling
of self-respect, which is not lessened by
the Difference others will pay MIN on
lhe same account. To be well dressed
is an evidence of refinement which few
will have the courage TO gainsay. 1t
adds much to the general effect, for no
assembly of young people can ever at
tract admiration when the individuals
composing it, areibadly and ungracefully
dressed. The room should always be
brilliantly lighted. A dark and dismal
hall, where the shadows of the dancers
show their grotesque shapes upon the
walls, and the few lamps blink out sin
lister glance upon the faces of tue COM
pany, is little calculated to excite flow
Of spirits or add to that general hilarity
which is the characteristic of ball
room.
In fact company of the young and
joyous, gracefully and appropriately
dressed, in brilliantly lighted hall, mo-
wing TO the sound of sweet music, and
each one studious 10 promote the gene-
raj effect, is one of the most beautiful
sights in the world while, on the other
hand. company equally beautiful, but
under the disadvantages of ill-chosen
costume a dreary oom, dull and unhar-
monious music, while each one is stri-
wing to render him or herself most con-
spicuous by the vigor or agility of their
performances, is, of all things, the most
ridiculous. s-.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-01-20
POETRY

From the New York Mirror.
HE RIELEMAN'S SONG AT BEN
NINGrON.
Why come ye hither strangerl
Your mind what madness fills!
In our valleys there is danger,
And danger on the hills
Hear ye not the singing m
or the bugle, wild and free!
Full soon yen know the ringing
or the rifle from the tree!
The rife, the sharp rife!
In OUR hands it is no trihe
Ye ride goodly steed- ...,..
He may know another master:
Yeforward come with speed,
" But We II learn to back much faster,
Z When ye meet our mountain boys,
And their leader, Johnny Stark!
Lads who make but little noise,
But who always hit the mark .
With the rifle, the true rifle
InTHEIR hands twill prove no trife.
Had ye no graves at home, ...
Across the briny water,
That hithcr ye must come,
Like bullocks to the slaughter?
IF we the work must do, f.i 'aat
Why, the sooner It's begun,
If flint and trigger hold but true,
The quicker twill be done .-.....
BY the rifle. the good rifle
In OUR hands it is no trife.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-01-20
Oh tPTER I.
THE TRoTTING HORSE.


was always well mounted: an
fond of a horse, and always piqued my
self on having the fastest horse in the
Province. | have made no great pro
gless in the world: feel doubly, there
fore, the pleasure of not being surpassed
on the road never feel SO well or 81
cheerful as on h, rseback for there is some
thing exhiaraling in quick motion; and
old as am, feel a pleasure in making
any person whom meet on the way pu
his horse to the full ga|lop. TO keep pace
with my trotter. Poor Elhiope you
rccco!lect him, how he was wont to lay
back his ears on his arched neck, and
push away from all competition.-He is
done, poor fellow The SPAWN spoiled
his speed, and he now roams at large up
on my farm at Truro Mohawk never
failed me til! this summer.
| pride myself (you may laugh at such
childish weakness in a man of my age,)
but still, pride myselfin taking the con
ceit out of coxcombs | meet on the road.
and on the ease with which can leave
a fool behind, whose nonsense dis,urbs
my solitary musings.
On my last journey to Fort Lawrence,
as the beautiful view ofColcheser had
just opened upon me, and as was con-
templating its richness and exquisite
scenery, tall thin man, with hollow
cheeks and high twinkling black eyes,
on good bay horse, somewhat out of
condition, overlook me; and drawing
up, said, | guess you started early this
morning, Sir? did Sir, replied.
You did not come from Halifax, pre-
sumo, Sir, did you? in dialect too rich
to be mistaken as genuine Yankee. And
which way may you be travelling? ask
ed my inquisitives companion. 10 Fort
Lawrence. Ali said he, so am |, it is
in my circuit. The word circuit SCUM
ded so professional, Hooked again at him,
to ascertain whether | had ever seen him
before. or whether had met with one
Of those nameless, but innumerabIe
limbs of the law, which now flourish in
every district in the Province. There
was keenness about his eye, and an
acu,eness of expression, much in favor
of the law; but the dress and general
bearing OF the man, made against the
suppostion. His was not the coat of a
man who can afford to wear an old coat,
nor was it one of :" Tempests q More's
that distinguish country lawyers from
country boobies. His clothes were well
made, and Of good materials, but looked
MS if their owner had shrunk little since
they were made for him /; they hung
loose on him. A large brooch
and some superfuous seals ard gold
keys, which ornamentcd his outward
man, looked New England like, A
visit to the States had perhaps, thought,
turned this Colchester beau into Yam
kee fop. Of what consequence was it
10 me who he was--in eithercase, had
nothing to do with him, and ] desired
neither his acquaintance or his conpa-
ny-siill | could not hut ask myself who
can this man bel ! am not aware, said
|, that there is a court now sitting in
Cumberland /? Nor am |, said my friend.
What then could he have to do with the
Circui. 7 II occurred to me that he
must be Methodist preacher | look
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-01-20

found respondent grief, 70 sicken, todie
amid another race, who knew him NOT.
" Mother fare thee welIp with joyous face
but watery eys--speaks the young, the
bright, the beautiful, as she leaves her
parents hearts. to be for lifetime dwell
Ter in a foreign land, 10 yield and trust
her all in the hands ofhim who but one
year ago was naught her-bids farewell
to every scene enlinked to memory's
strongest links, affections dearest ties,
pcrchance to dwell alone, 10 pine neg
lected in another's halls nonght 10 fill the
dreary voids of life, save thoughts Of
home, Of that once parting scene the last
and solemn words Farewell ill death
shall still the heart that has long been
broken. Sisters, brethren, wife, and
children, fare ye well: so says the world
worn sufferer, as he yields his breath to
Him who gave it and leaves his kindred
circle here below, void that here will
never again be filed. How awful that
magic word FAREWELL
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-01-20
r I'll e CLOG X M A II z R
OR, THE SAYINGS AND DOINGS

SAMUEL SLICK, OF SLICKvILLE.
The cheerful sage, when solemn dictates tai'
Conceuls the moral counsel in tale.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-01-20

FAREw LL.--fIow many Of The dark
and solemn scenes oi life arise with thai
one word. The fearful eve, the blood.
less cheek, the nerveless arm. and throb-
bing heart. are all linked aronndit., Fa-
ther Fare,oep has closed full many a
s,.cnc where, youth with spirits buoyant
and with hearts Of hope. bade ajieu to
home, to kindred and to friends. 10 seek
his fortune in a strange land has left the
scenes where every pang Of sorrUw
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-01-20

We learn that the guard at White Ha-
ven. under Col. Ayres, has been strength
ened, as was required, for the safety Of
the inhabitants OF that village.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1838-12-08
SERIOUS RAILROAD ACCIDENT!

We regret to state that serious accident involving
the loss Of two lives and very injury to three
persons, occurred yesterday morning the Phladel-
phla Railroad. In consequence OF employing an extra
locomotive for the conveyance OF the Presidents Mes
sage Tuesday, IL became necessary TO send an en-
CINE TO Hnvre de Grace yesterday morning, and one
(o which attached few burden cars, containing,
however, but very lille reight) ordered TO start
from Canton Immediately after the arrival of train of
freight cars from Philadelphia. The engineer, either
misunderstanding the order, or hoping to be able with
his very light load reach the first before the
arrival of the coming train starred his engine before the
time appointed, and had proceeded within half mile
OF Stemmcrs Run. Uhe first stopping pont) when the
train from Philadelphia approached, and owing to the
prevalence of dense fog neither engineer discovered
his danger until too late apply the impeding power
The consequence was that the two locomotives camo
together with great violence, and in instant both en-
glncs, with all The attached 10 them, thrown
into confused heap of runs Mr. Edward Ford, the
engineer Of the train from Philadelphia, and fireman
the train going out, were instantly killed, The en-
gncer Of the other locomotive and several hrenen
leaped from the previous to the collision aud
although they saved their lives, learn that they
all more or less injured,
As the accident occurred part of the road which
passes through slightly elevated ground, the ruins Of
the and their contents completely blocked up
the track that the passenger train which lief, Baltimore
half past nine, A. NJ with The mail for the eastern
cities. could not proceed The train was accordingly
brought back and did leave this city until half past
seven last evening. The mail from tho eastward
also DELAYED in consequence OF the derangemen, this
end Of the road, and did not In Baltimore until
half pas, Ugh, o'clock yesterday evening.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1838-12-08
TwENTY-FIFTH CONGRESS.
THIRD SESSION.
IN SENATE,
w EpNEsDAY, Dec. 5.

"WEDNESDAY, Dec. 5.
Mr. BROWN, of North Carolina, and Mr.. LYON,
Of Michigan, appeared, and took their seats,
The PRESIDENT Of the Senate communicated
report from the Department Of Stale, containing
an account Of The civil and diplomatic expenditures
for the year 1898. Ordered 10 be printed.
The PRESIDENT Of the Senate also communi-
Gated report from The Treasury Department. con-
tanning the annual Treasury report on The finances.
Ordered to be printed, with 500 additional copies.
The CHAIR also presented a report from the
Treasurer Of the United States, containing copies
OF settled accounts in his office. Ordered TO be
printed
The joint resolution Of the House, giving the
thanks Of Congress To George Washington Lafayette,
for copy OF his fathers memoirs, was taken up,
and, on motion Of Mr. CLAY, OF Alabama, laid on
the table.
MIR. NORVEI.L gave notice that he would to-
morrow ask leave % bring In bill making certain
grants Of public lands, and for other purposes.
Mr.. BUCHANAN gave notice that he would TO-
morrow ask leave 10 bring in q bill for The relief Of
Thomas Sumter.
Mr.. CRI TTENDEN gave notice that he would
tomorrow ask leave TO bring in bill for the relief
Of Pierre Bernard and others.
MI. PRENTISS gave notice that he would on to-
morrow ask leave to introduce bills for the relief
OF Elisha Towns, Henry Fairbanks, and John Me-
Leud
Mr.. CLAY, Of Alabama, agreably TO notice, OBJ
tanned leave, and introduced bill for the reduction
and graduation OF the price OF public lands which
was read and ordered TO q second reading.
Mr.. HUBBARD, BY unanimous consent intro
duced resolution, which was adopted, snspending
the 3ih rule far as that the presiding officer OF the
Senate shall appoint for the present session The stand
ing committees with the exception Of the Chairman
Of The Committee on Commerce, who should be
elected by ballot. -
The Senate accordingly proceeded to ballot for
that chairman, when there appeared for Mr.. KING
23 votes, scattering 3.
A majority Of the Senate not having voted, a Sc
cond ballot had, when Mr. KING, having re-
ceived 26yoes was declared duly elected.
message was received from the House Of Re-
representatives. stating the passage Of joint resolution
in relation 10 the appointment Of two Chapins OF
different denominations oiciae in the two bodies,
and TO exchange weekly This resolution having
been adopted,
The Senate adjourned.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1838-12-08

subjects presented for his consideration possessing
talents peculiarly fitting for judicial station and,
aeT successful practice In bis profession for many
wears, he received The appointment Of first Judge Of
the county court in the county where he resided,
the duties Of which he discharged for several years.
and until he elected 10 seat in this body with
distinguished ability and when he resigned to enter
upon his duties here, he received The unanimous and
cordial appreciation Of the Bar OF his county, and
those whose peculiar province il was 10 join in an
expression OF his valuable services In that capacity.
OF his here, il is only necessaryto remark,
that he acquired reputation which he maintained
elsewhere, OF a pure upright, and honest man. !
beg leave TO send TO the chair The following resolu-
lion, and move lis adoption.
I2esolred That the members Of this House tender
TO the relatives Of The deceased lis sympathy on this
mounful event and will testify their respect for the
memory Of ANpnEw De WITT BRUYN, deceased, late
member of this House from the State of New YORK,
by wearing Grape on the lell arm for thirty days.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
And lhereupoD, on motion Of Mr.. FILLMORE,
the House adjourned.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1838-12-08
From The Baltimore Patriot.
MIR RIVES' LETTER.

1t will he seen by te-nsai OF the letter. that MI
Senator R.-.s indicates himself most efecualy from
.hc charge ofmproper interference in the Pennsylvania
election. well from that more intoerabe one Of
having thrown his influence into the scale of the abol
tionis,s twill also be seen that Mr.. Rives maintains
his position and holds fast to his Conservative prln-
cipcs The agi,ators Of political abolltionsm in Vr-
gina. will learn from this letter greatly to their cha
grin. doubt that the Conservative Senator of that
State, is neither to be frightened from his proprety,
nor his purpose, by parade Of the "gorgon teors of
aholitionism," any than by the rowns Of power.
There is resolution and manliness displayed in the
closing paragraph Of the letter which likely to prove
particularly distas,efu TO the "agitaors' aforesaid, but
which cannot fail to the appreciation of honest
men. Though opposed TO aholI,ionism, the Virginia
Senator does not intend to his opposition 10 des
po'isni.