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Vermont telegraph. [volume] (Brandon [Vt.]) 1828-1843, 1838-11-21
From the ". III. Baptist Register.
DECLARATION OF SENTIMENTS.

On tie subject If SLacery Us II no,U er-
ISIS not only IN our Olcn country, but IA
The Church of Chhist, as adapted by
the B1ptist Church an Concord, N. H.,
at q regular melting, July 20, 1888.
wrong!
ARsver. The holding Of men as prop
ertv, and buying AMI selling thein as
such, is wrong. See Bible. Thou shat
not avenge nor bear any grudge against
the children of thy people, but thou shalt
love thy neighbor as myself Lev. 10: lS.
And he that siepleth a man and selleth
him, or if he be found in his hand, he
shall surely be put 10 death.' Exod. 81:
l6.
Question 2. Is Slavery a moral evil2
AaSrer. AS slavery shuts out the Ugh
Of :he gospel in a great measure from
those in bondage, and obliges them TO 81
ola.e many of the express commands o
God, We must as christians consider II ;
moral evil and one which most seriously
effects tie religious interests oil our fellow
men. destined 10 exis, forever.
Question 5. What is the duty Of th,
church in relation to this evil!
Answer /. AS slavery is morally wroni
in Inc sight of God, the church canno
) consistently approve The course OF lhos
: professors VINO hold their fel!o" men !
bondage and traffic in human flesh, but
in duty bound in a f,ithlul and christia
manner TO reprove them.
See Bible. Cry aloud and spare moi
/; lit up Thy voice like a trumpet and sho'
e my people their transgressions and Ii
S house Of Jacob their SINS l.. 81: 8.
Aaswer 2. The situation of the o
pressed, many of whom are brethren al
n sisters in Christ, and all are of one fan
Iv according TO the flesh, seems to requi
d the sympathy aud The prayers ofthe cbur'
ID OF Christ.
OF See Bible: Therefore, all thing
a whatsoever We would tha! men should
10 to you do ye even so 10 Them Mat. Z:
n This is my commandment; that
s;1lo,e one another, as l have loved 20
John Is: IL.
IN Remember them in bonds as oou
vn with them. Heb. 10: 8. ).
IL And we ought to lay down our IN
EN- for the brethren. 1 John 3; 10.
ion Ans0er 8. While il 10 the duty
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Religion of the heart to success


Religion is a poor business, unless the
heart be in it. My son, give me thine
heart. If this be not given. nothing else
will be given, unless reluctantly, and there
fore unacceptable. But every thing will
follow the heart: and where there Is first a
willing mind, and concern to please, i'm
parftctions in the manner will be overlook
ed in the motive; and if the deed be hinder.
ed, it will be accepted according TO what q
man hath, and not according to wha; he
hath not. Yet there is much in the prov.
erb,'Where there is IA will, there isa way.
Nothing often is wanting, as to efficiency,
but resolution /; and a fullness of resolu-
ton is most likely to arise from a fullness
of inclination. Love gives ardor and bold
ness-love is stroug as death; many wa
ters cannot quench love, nor floods drown
it. While the slothful sees lhorns, and
the coward cries, "there is lion in The
way-I shall be slain in the Streets" pur
! pose Of heart, founded not in our own
strength, but in the strength OF the Lord
| land in a Christian it is always so found.
ed clears away difficulties, or is reused
by them into greater vigor and strenuous
ness.
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CONDENSED ARouMESrs.-A yer

CONDENSED ARouMENTs.-A very
celebrated Scotchdivine says-"Thew world
we inhabit must have had an origin; that
origin must have consisted in a cause that
Cause must have been intelligent; that in-
,elIigence must have been eff lent; that
efficiency must have been ultimate that
ultimate power must have been supreme
and that which always was, aud is supreme,
we know by The name of God"
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escape them, I resolved to postpone the re-
suits as long as possible. l could not
bear to think of changing my denomina-
tlonal ground. But soon communion
came and l dared not go forward, as | We
rlly believed myself unbaptized.
To avoid excitement In college and in
town, it was thought desirable 10 take
public steps as soon as possible, and ac-
cordingly, on the Sabbath, June 24th, |
was solemn!y buried with Christ by bap-
tlsm, in the waters of the Ohio. 1t was
a season of great solemnity, and Of serene,
tranquil enjoyment. | found it pleasant
to manifest my love for the SAVIOR, by en-
deavoring to keep his commandments
Since that time also, | have been happy in
rejecting on the steps | have taken"
Mp. J.
Such is the effect of the force of truth
when it has free course TO the heart and
conscience; and such will be the results
oil Il candid examination of the subject OF
baptism, when the mind is unbiased by
prejudica, education, Or, relation to soci-
ETY.. And how great must be the consola-
lion Of those who are able to rise above
every obstacle, and cheerfuIly follow what
they plainly see to be the path of Duty
1t may be in opposition to natural i%nclina-
ton and the feelings of friends, but the
consciousness of receiving the approval OIL
God, outweighs every other considera-
ton. -
Yet many, who are unwilling to dc
just what the Bible requires, pass by the
subject with as little attention as possible
for fear of being convinced contrary ' Il
their wishes-others after knowing thu
way, seek Tor something that will do a
well and travel an uneven if not a darl
road for years.
will a man rob Godp Yet how ma
ny have robbed him by altering his Law,
and refusing TO submit to the government
o this house.-[ED, REG. ...
RelOvy ia rho r onorf 0f Tho Coroo,:ttoo of ~ W,
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Below is the Report of the Committee Of the Ver-
mont Legislature, on the traffic in ardent spirits
fnoether with the nronnsnd I'LL.
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Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19
THE LATE DUEL.

The following is an extract from the proceedings of
the House of Representatives few days before the ad
jourment of Congress.
Mr.. Prentiss, of Mississippi, said he claimed as an
of mere justice those concerned, that the reports
and evidence ofte duel committee be printed before the
djomnment He was authorized to ask this at the
hands of the House by the parties concerned,
The chair said that debate could not be had without
motion made.
Mr.. Prentiss repeated that in the name of the par
ties concerned he challenged action on this rerort and
resolution.
Mr.. Cushman rose to order. No question was before
The House.
MIR. Pfentiss then moved that the House take up and
consider the report and resolution of the duel committee
Mr.. Gray moved to lay the motion on the table.
Mr.. Wise said he wanted action, SO far as he was
concerned, upon this question And he would give the
House warning that he had waited patiently.
The Chair. Debate under the motion TO lay on the ia
BILE, is not in order.
Mr.. Wise. know that, but hope the popularity of
my situation will be my apology with the House for say
ing that
Mr.. Gray to order.
Mr.. Wise said he never expected justice at the hands
order.
The yeas and nays the motion of Mr.. Prentiss
we're asked, but the House re fused to order them.
Mr. Gray's moton,o lay Mr.. P's motion on the table,
prevailed.
Mr.. Wise asked the House least do him the jus
tice print the reports and evidence before the should
finally separate.
This is the closing in the electoneering drama
of the martyrdom Of Caley'-the end of that mighty
effort of Mr. Fairfeldto get up committee of nvesga-
tion which expose lark conspiracy" plotted
by Mr. Wise, Graves and Others against the life of
Mr. CiIley. twill be recoleced that MIR CPS political
friends who form majority Of the House, were clam
orous for investigating and laying the causes which led
to Mr. CPS death before the people.-A packed commit
tee did investgatetey made parizan electioneerina
repor I, which condemned the comparatively innocent
but suffered the principal offenders (such as Duncan o.
Oho) 10 escape unnoticed, not even mentioning Their
names The accused ask an act OF justice to-them
and the people or the people have been abused deceiv
ed onhis subec that the evidence Of their gn taken
before the committee should be printed and sent among
the people with the report Why was not this done
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19

Simply because the dominant party dare lay before
the PEOPLE the evidence, that MIR Ccame to his death
by his own folly and the desire of his friends 10 make
him the rash instrument, of venting their own malice
upon political opponent Because such course would
unvei their fendish designs, and make them stand
as libellers and hypocrites before their country
If fair, impartial report had been presented,
panied by bill to prohibit dueng, much good might
have been effected. But instead of this, it was made
hobby to further the interests of party and rode with
such hot incorporate zeal to make ii impossible for
any good to grow out of it Thus, after debating the
subject nearly long enough to 90 half the business Of the
Session. the House suffered bills reports and evidence
to go to their eternal sleep =
We should like to have neghbor Of the Patriot fig
up and how much this investigation the account
of which the tories wish to keep from the psople) has
cost the country.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19

N. f. BOUNDARY. 1t appears from the follow
ing note, with which we have been favored by DR.
Holmes, that the report respecting him, published in
our last incorrect far as relates to him; but that
DIR Whpple has been ordered off.
WINTHROP July 10, 1888.
Friend Drew.-l saw it stated in your last num-
Der of the Banner that | had been ordered off the
Aroostook and had come home As you are always
DESTROYS Of publishing the truth, allow me to correct
the statement When coming down the Aroostook
on my way home, / met Mr. MCLAUGHLIN, the War
den of the disputed territory. Il had very pleasant
interview with him, and he treated me with the ut
most urbanty and politeness informing me also that
the Governor of the Province had given directions to
the authorities of Madawaska to give me every faci
ity in prosecuting the objects fmy mission. Mr. M's
business up the Aroostook was with DIR nipple the
Surveyor General. who is loting out two townships
on the river and as understood intended to give him
notice to quit, as he was operating on the disputed
territory.
From what could learn in conversation with
people on both sides of the line the more thinking
part are anxious that the vexed question of boundary
should be speedily and peaceably settled. Some
there are on both sides, who would like brush,
but their numbers are comparatively few.
Yours, &c. E. HOLMES.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19
CORRESPONDENCE.
SALEM, Mass. July 18th 1888

SALEM, Mass July 18th 1888.
We are now in the renowned city Of Salem, noted in
days gone by for the large number OF witches and WIZ
yards, with which it was infested We do not allude
to that as term of reproach only advert to
the fact, as a matter of history. We have frequently
heard of the advantages enjoyed by the town-its hu-
seum--common, and other places of amusement and
pleasure Since our arrival curiosity has induced us to
thrust oursef into the midst Of all these things, and al
though as whole, Salem does not quite meet our ex-
pectations, yet must confess felt highly gratifed
and amused with our various adventures. 1t is sul-
cient recompense for all the trouble and expense in visit
ING this CITY to get view in the Museum-which is pro-
nounccd the best in the country, and suppose is the
case. We spent whole day, in all, examining the al
most numberess curosites, and then our work was but
commenced, in fact. The Boston Museum is but cir
cumstance in comparison
Salem has noble Common,-a large tract of 1eauti-
fol ground, perfectly smooth, and delightful TO the eye
In regard to the buildings, we only say there
great number Of very splendid houses and other bull
dnss, and great many more, rather ordinary.
The business ofSalem is commerce-there is a great
deal Of wealth employed here. number of Whaling
vessels have quite recently been fitted from the place,
and it is expected the Great Eastern Railroad from Bos
will be completed to this city early the first of
September, if not BEFORE There five papers pub
lisled here, two Wing papers, semi-weeky.-one loco
fcco, semi-weekly and two miscellaneous weekly jour-
mails. The present population Of the city is estimated at
about 10000
The locos feel narvellously interested in the Maine
Election Woude if they know any thing about the
30 900 dollars sent from Boston TO effect the overthrow
of the wings 1t would they did, by the assurance
they profess feel the success Of Fairfield, and the
large bets they offer
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19
THE NE,y-YORKFR

This excellent paper has merits peculiarly its
One half the two outside pages, is entirely devoted
Literature. This department of the New-Yorker we
think exceedingly well managed 1t is not like the itera
ry portion of many -four papers, entirely filled with sto
res, often than USELESS but is diversified with
entertaining and nstrucng biography of literary, scien
tifc and other distinguished men, historical notices.
criticisms &C., both origina and select.
Its two inside pages devoted to politics, money
matters, the general OF the day &c. In its politics
it is chained to party, but praises or blames where
praise blame is thought to be due, whomsoeyer it
may fall. Its Editorial department is able ana manly.
1t is large Sheet and one of the and handsom-
we know of Any individual who wishes for an in
strucng paper, free from the bitterness of party strife,
will find it difficult to get better suited.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19
ToAps. 1t is common notion that these

ToADs. 1t is common notion that these
beautiful little animals suck poison from
the earth Now although this opinion is a
falacy, the toad is nevertheless one Of the
most useful animalsin the world to the gar
,deper. The toad lives entirely on animal
food, eats it alive, and cares not a fig for
Dr.. Graham. The grubs and insects
which he devours. are very injurious to the
Young plants which are cultivated for the
table. He comes out at night when the
dampness of the air is agreeable to him, and
when his prey are likewise wandering a
broad, committing their depredations-and
watching them as eagerly as cat watches
for mice. 1t is said that few dozen of
toads will destroy all the cabbage worms in
whole acre of land that is planted with
cabbages, ard be the means OF saving the
Young plants from destruction.-Post.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19

From BUFFALO we learn that much surprise
has been caused in that city by the disappearance of
Mr. J. c, Broadhead Mr. Broadhead was cashier of
the Fulton Bank in this city, Boston) and his disap-
pearance is to be attributed to the information which
he probably received of the indictment against him
by the Grand Jury Mr. B. soon after his arrival at
Buffalo, was elected President of the City Banl of
that place. Bost. Daily Ex.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19
INpIA RuBpER. We mentioned, short

INDIA RUBBER. We mentioned, short
time since, that this article had been used
very successfully in binding books. We
now observe that it is manu- featured inzsuch
way that it can be used for printing, and
the Boston Courier states, that they struck
off a few copies Of their paper on tia short
time since, and the impression was very
good. 1t was prepared by Mr. Goodyefora
Roxbury, and he intends forwarding some
specimens to Europe. We should think
paper from this material, might be made to
answer the borrowers purpose, as it would
not wear out by being lent, as our COM
mon paper does. gH i,
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19
From the New York Mirror.
THE BACHELOR CLERGYMAN.

AN emlnentclergylnan one evening boz
came the subject of conversation, and a
wonder was expressed that he never had
married, That wonder, said Miss Porter
was expressed by gentleman in my hear
ing, and he told story in answer which
will tell you-and perhaps slight as it may
seem, it is the history of other hearts. as
sensitive and delicate as his own. Soon
alter his ordination. he preached once eve~
ry Sabbath for clergyman in a small VIII
lage not twenty miles from London.
Among his auditors from Sunday to Sum
day ne observed young lady, who always
occupied certain seat, and whose close
attention began insensibly to grow to him an
object OF thought and pleasure. She left the
church as soon as service was over, and SO
it CHANGED that he went on for year with
out knowing her name, but his sermon was
never wrltten'w without many thought how
she would approve it, nor preached with sat-
isfaction unless he read appreciation in her
face. Gradually he began to think of her
at other times than when writing sermons
and wish to'see her on other DAYS than
Sunday-but the weeks slipped on +. and
though he fancied that she grew paler and
thinner, he never brought himself to the
resolution either to ask her name, or seek
to speak with her. Bv these silent steps
however, love had worked into his heart.
and he had made up his mind to seek her
acquaintance, and marry her if possible,
when one day he was sent for to minister
at funeral. The face of the corpse was
the same that losked up to him Sunday af.
ter Sunday till he learned to make it part
OF his religion and his life. He was una
bic to perform the service, and another
clergyman officiated.N After she was bu-
red, her father took him aside and begged
his pardon for giving him pain, but he could
not resist the impulse TO tell him that his
daughter had mentioned his name with her
last breath, and he was afraid that conceal
ed affection for him, had hurried her to
the grave. Since that, said the clergyman
in question, my heart has died within me,
and | look forward only. shall speak to
her in Heaven
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19

SINGULAR Pension. Deborah Shurt-
left, the wife Of Benjamin Cannot, enlisted
in 1881, in Massachusetts, companies and
served two years in the wars of the Revo-
luton, and was honorably discharged, hav-
ing been badly wounded at Tarrytown, in
1888. She received pension from the
United States, and has recently died, and
her husband asked of Congress, her pen
sion, as in the case of widows of Revolu-
tionary soldiers. 1t was granted, without
dissenting voice.--Dover, N. n. ca
zette. u
.Erstf = 81
"Seeing Loco foco the other night
mounted on the top of a tall flag staff, 8
wag remarked that he had often heard o
the HEIGHT OF FOLLY, but had never seen i
before.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19

The PRAcTIcAL JOKE. A company of
young men, who we're supping together at
tavern, found the wine that was served of a
very Indifferent quality, when one of them,
whose house was not far distant, mentioned
that he had in his cellar at home some wine
that was particularly fine, and that he would
step to his house and fetch couple of bot
ties, which suggestion much pleased the
company But after he was gone OH his
Grand, one of the company proposed to
play him trick, by going out to meet him
in the way and to frighten him. To this
practical Joke they all assented with great
glee; and accordingly off the planner went
on his expedition, which promised to have
SO pleasant an effect. The night was dark,
and a part of the way was in lonely road;
but what heightened the fun was, that just
at hand there was lanyard, where there
lay manyfresh hides Of cattle with the
horns ON them, and in one of these our
hero invested himself in order to complete
the horror of his figure.
TIE company, in high expectation, waited
sometime for the result of the frollck. AT
last their companion who had been for the
wine, entered with his two bottles accord
ing to his promise; but as their ocular
companion did not appear and being impa-
tient t, learn the history of the joke, they
plainly asked him if he had not met with
something of rather shocking appearance
on the road He answered, "indeed some
thing of that sort had made an attack upon
me, probably robber in disguise but, y
continued he, Whatever it was,I have done
its business for | quickly run my sword
through its body, and it dropped instantly
at my feet without a groan. Terror now
sieztd the whole company; they all rushed
out in search Of their unfortunate friend,
whom they too soon found enveloped in the
cows hide, ifeless and weltering in his
blood.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19

He that hath prudent wife hath a guar
dian angel by his side; but he that hath a
proud wife hath the devil at his elbow.
An Old Proverb.
"a gentleman from this vicinity, who
has always voted with the Tory party, and
who haE pened to be in Bangor last week
while they were firing salute in honor of
the defeat Of the Sub-Treasury bill, said
che did not exactly approve of SO much
firing; twas the wings who did It all.''
Said he, "you never hear OUR SIDE firing
salutes. They have left it off altogether.
elf the virtuous are not permitted TO seq
all the good results oftheir benevolent eff.
orts, in this world, they can comfort them
selves with sweeter prospects in heaven
Of divine appreciation and consummate
blessedness.
"Do not tattle about your neighbors, or
envy their better fortune, or superior tai
ents.
THF SECOND COMING OF CHRIST. Bv
the politeness of our frned Watson, we
lfave received a copy of the above work
Just publised. The author is Rev j. Itch.
We have given it hasty perusal and would
recommend others to do the same. 1t is
only an enlarged view of Miller's lectures.
published last winter. Whether the proph-
ecies are so near being fulfilled is matter
of speculation---it may be so, yet we will
venture to say we can prove ten points. by
scripture, to tina contrary, where Mr. Mill
er and Litch prove one it will be so. We
have no doubt but such time will come,
vet it is no more proverbia it will come
next year or lS45, than in FIVE thousand
years from now. Lowell Casket.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-07-19
Lincoln Congressional and
Senatorial Convention.

NMtlE Wings of Lincoln Congressional and Sena-
- torial Districts, and all other citizens of said
Districts. opposed to the present rnnons policy OF
the General administration, are hereby requested
TO attend in Convention, at the Court House, in
Wiscasset, on WEDNESDAY, the FIRST day of
AUGUST next, at 10 o'clock, A. M, for the pur-
pose of nominating candidate to be supported for
Member of Congress:-aso to select candidates for
the Senate, and for County Treasurer.
Per order of tho County Committee.
July 9Th 1898