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doptcd to effect as speedily as possible
this all important subject.
9Th. That in the opinion Of this Conven-,
ton, il is essential to the success of any
scheme of direct importation, that a de-
mand should be created in our own ports
for all the goods so imported. which can
only be effected by opening free commu-
nicalions with The interior, by an exten-
sive system of Rail Roads, Canals and
Turnpikes, by Which he merchants of the
interior NAV I've enabled TO lay in their
supplies on better terms than they could
procure hem from any other quarter.
9TH. That a Committee of five be ap-
pointed in each of The States represented,
to carry out and effect as far as practical
bile, The measures represented by the Con-
vcntion.
9Th. Resolved, That we regard the
trade between the ports OF the South and
South Western States, and all other ports
of The Union as governed by the same
principles which are applicable 10 our for
eisn trade, and while the same shall con-
sist in the exchange Of our productions for
those of other States, as entitled TO our
support. But in this, as in the foreign
trade, we regard direct importation in
our own ships, through our own resident
merchants, as essential TO enable us 10 en-
Joy all the benefits Of this intercourse.
9TH. That among the measures auxll-
liary to the important objects we haue in
view, this Convention cannot but regard
as of deep interest and Importance, the
adoption of the proper means for inlrodu-
cling commercial education among the
youth of our countryside training them
up to habits of business. and thereby es-
tablishing body of merchants. whose eve
ry interest and feeling shall he identified
with the country who has reared and sus-
tanned them.
9Th. Resolved. That in The opinion Of
this Convention, The establishment of a
Southern Review under the direction of
able and learned men, 10 be faithfully de-
voted to the promotion Of science and lit
eralure, and also 10 the defence of The in
stiru,ions, the vindicalion Of the rights and
development Of the resources ofthe Slave
holding States, is an object Of the deepest
interest and one which should command
The cordial cooperation and support oil
every citizen of these States.
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Congressional Candidates.-The edi
tors of the Western Carolinian, in au ar
ticle upon the candidates for Congress in
North Carolina, say:
I'VE have received the Circulars of sever
al ofour late Representatives in Congress:
some of them declaring themselves candid
ates for re-election-oihers say nothing
about it, and our late member, Mr.. Rem
cher, seems 10 leave the matter in doubt,
as may be seen in his Circular extensively
difiused among the people. He, however
appears disposed moi 10 offer If The District
can conveniently dc without him; and we
should be very sorry to think that our Dis
trict is so destitute of competent men as
10 he under the necessity of forcing Mr..
Rencher to hold on contrary to his wish
es-particularly, as he has already occu-
pied The station ten years.
ave have had some opportunities OF
ascerlainiug public sentiment on this sub
ject, and we have seen no disposition a
mong the people to force Mr.. Rencher to
hold on; we believe, so far as our knowl-
edge extends. they are willing to crafty
his wishes, and excuse him from further
public service"
1t must be confessed, thai these editors
treat this great matter Of resignation, very
cooly. 1t is certain tina, neither they. nor
the constituents of the Honorable Mr..
Rencher, attach much importance to his
continuance in office. They do not think
that The existence Of North Carolina de-
pends upon it. They are perfectly will
ling for their Representative to stay at
home. They think that they can dispense
with his ualuable services, though he. seems
to thiuk that they cannot. Alas! alas!
this is an ungrateful world. Here IS a
politician who has served his constituents
during the whole siege of Troy, and they
are now willing to dismiss him! They
are perfectly content that he should at
tend to bis own business! What lesson
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Fire in CharleSton.-A fire broke out in
Charleston on the night of the 18th inst.
II, commenced as we learned" says the
Charleston Mercury, sin the Wheelright
Shop of Mr.. Tharin, on. the east side of
King street, next to the corner of May
street, and before il was subdued consumed
about eight buildings, all of wood, on the
same side Of King street, northward.''
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Gbe aDoertt e..
EDGEFlELU l.. n
THURSDAY. APRIL 25, 1889.

We have several Commute ations on
hand, which are necessarily excluded for
the want Of room. We will publish them
as soon as we can. "Icnnocast" lacks the
authority of a name. Will The author favor
US with it! We take This opportunity to
suggest TO all Correspondents, who may
favor US with their Communications, to at
tach their names thereto. 1t is contrary
to the rule Of all editors, so far as our
knowledge extends, to publish articles
Which have not res sponsible signatures ap
pended. The propriety Of this rule must
strike every one with great force.
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The arrival of the Great Western has
created quite an excitement in the Cotton
market. The price ofColton has advanced.
From the Charleston Courier of the Doth
inst, we quole extremes from ii to lS4
cents per pound.
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Thompsonian Practice Of Medicine
The Legislature Of Maryland has passed
law empowering the practitioners ac-
cording to this system, TO receive pay for
their services.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1839-04-25

M,chigan.-On the 18Th ult. Imprison-
meni for Debt was abolished in Micbi. an.
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The Logansport Herald of the 9th lust.
gives an account Of the death Of General
Upton, late a Senator of tho q. States
from Indiana.
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Ne,O York City Etection.-Grea.ly to
the surprise Of both parties. the Demo
cratic party have succeeded in the election
for Officers in the City of New York.
They have elected Mr.. Varian, Mayor, by
about 100 votes. and they have also elec-
ted large majority Of the Common Coun-
Gil. The Wing editors are perfectly as
founded, and well they may be after their
former triumph at the Congressional elec-
ton.
The Democrats have a majority of l2
out Of IL Wards, into which he City is
divided. A very large vote was poIled.
About 10000 votes were taken, larger
number is said than were ever received
before in the City.
The Candidates for Mayor. were Isaac
l.. Varian, ivan Buren, and Aaron Clark.
The present incumbent. (Whig.)
The New York American and N. York
Courier advocate The claims oe General
Scott, to the Chief Executive Chair of the
United States. The editors of these pa
pers appear to have become his sup
porters, chiefly because the pacifcation be-
tween Maine, and New Brunswick, was
effected, in great degree, by bis agency.
Brooklyn City Election.-New York pa
pers say that the Charter Election took
place in Brooklyn, on the 9th lust. The
Wings elected their candidates in six of
the nine Wards. The Wing ticket for
Supervisors was also nearly entirely sue
cesslul.
M,chigan.-On the 18Th ult. Imprison-
meni for Debt was abolished in Micbi. an.
Death Of Gorernor Pierce.-Thc Nashua
Gazette announces the death of Governor
Pierce, Revolutionary soldier, and for.
RI erl,, r oyorpor or No,,, H,,,n nsl;.n
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Death Of Gorernor Pierce.-Thc Nashua
Guzctte announces the death of Governor
Pierce, a Revolutionary soldier, and for.
merly Governor of New Hampshire.
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o.
The Convention met according 10 ad-
journment, at 10 O'Clock. yesterday. Az
Ter the reading of the minutes of the last
meeting,
Col. A. P. Hayne offered resolution,
before submitting which to the action of
the Convention, be addressed that hodv in
support Of it, and drew a strong and AMI
mailing picture of the good effects which
have already resulted to the South from
the holding Of Commercial Conventions
The resolution was unanimously adopted
and is as follows:
Resolved, That this Convention recon-
mend 10 the people of the South and S.
Western States, 10 appoint Delegates to
meet in Convention at Macon, in the
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Tie easscf r. B. Randoiph-Many of our
readers will remember, that, this unfortunate
man, some time since, committed wanton as
suult upon General Jackson, and in conse-
qurnce of it was prosecuted. The Alexan,
dria Gazette says, that at the last term of the
Criminal Court for that county, in the. case Of
the United stntcs, vs.. R. B. Randolph, foran
assault and battery on Andrew Jackson. late
President of the United States, mol; prosegi
was entered by the Distric. Attorney, with the
assent 6f the Court.
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France and Mezico.-The Convention en-
tered into between Admiral Baudin, and the
Mexican Commissioner, has been ratified by
the Mexican Government Internationally.
This arrangement settles the dispute with
France. Admiral Baudin announced his inten.
ton to deliver up the Fortress of San Juan de
Uloa to tho Mexicans, twenty-five hours pre-
vious to his departure, on his return to France.
The news of the official ratification reached
Vera Cruz, on the 25th March. The Louisiani.
an, says, that intelligence from the interior Of
Mexico, states that Santa Anna, (who is Presi-
dent ntinterim of the Republic,) received $780,
600, from the merchants of Mexico, for signing
the treaty. This sum joined with the threats
Of Admiral Baudin 10 act with rigor, and The
declaration of the inhabitants of Vera Cruz to
place themselves under the protection Of
France, and of the Federalists of Mexico, in
case the treaty should not be ratified, induced
Santa Anna to sign. ~
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On motion Of Ker Boyce, Esq, the re-
porters for the daily papers were allowed
to take seats in The Convention.
On motion of Chancellor Harper. the
Convention took a recess for half all hour
TO allow time for the President to appoint
committee Of 2l, TO prepare business for
the Convention.
After the recess, the Chair announced
the names of the Committee Of 81, as fol-
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-09-11
THE PRESIDENCY.

Differences OF opinion have for some time existed
IN The ranks OF the opposition TO the administration
OF Martin Van Buren,, arising from personal prefer
| ences for men as well as the mode OF selecting the
candidate Tor the Chief Magistrate OF The Union. -
One portion of the Anii.Van Buren, party have been
IN favor Of continuing General Harrison as The can.
didae, alleging that the vote he received in 1885,
the best nomination he could receive for The Presi
dency IN 1910. Another portion have been in favor
OF nomination by National Convention
ln,he spring Of 1887, Democratic Anti Masonic
Stale Convention was convened, which appointed
delegates 10 a National Convention to meet in
Washington city, in The fall Of the same year In
pursuance Of which appointment number Of dele
gates from this State convened, but moi being second
ed by other States, the Convention adjourned 10 meet
IN The city q Philadelphia in The month of Noven-
oer 1888 AZ the time appointed delegates from this
State, and some Of the other States, assembled and
nominated General Harrison for the Presidency.
and Daniel Webster for the Vice Presidency. The
'36, recommcndedthe holding Of National Conven-
tion at Harrisburg, in December, 1899 The De-,
mocratic Anti Masonic National Convention having
chosen their candidates, nothing further appears to
be necessary on their part, bui to adhere 10 their
nominations. But 1t is well ascertained that with
out a complete union Of the entire opposition to
Van Buren,, they cannot succeed. Were the Wings
to select al the Convention 10 be held in December
next, the same individuals for their candidates that
have been chosen BY the Anti-Masons, no difficulty
could arise but II is believed that il is not their de-
sign to do so, but 10 nominate others The conduct
Of the leading Wings at the Chambersbnrg Conven-
ton and elsewhere seems indicative Of this. 1t is
evident that the diverstes OF opinion and Of feeling
that distract and divide the great Ann-Van Buren,
party, have grown out of prurent desire on the
part Of some leading characters to have the candi-
dates for the Presidency nominated by National
Convention. This doctrine Of National Conven-
lion was warmly contendcd for in the State Conven-
lion that first nominated General Harrison in Decem-
Der, 1885, and had its influence In defeating us in
1886 II this question be left 10 be settled BY the
leaders in the different factions Of the Ani-Van Blu
rem party, il will never be adjusted. II is no, victory
they are contending fort is merely strife among
them in regard 10 who shall be the greatest in the
kingdom" The time has arrived when an end
should be put 1.-THE extravaganza and pro1igacy Of
the administration Of the General Government, and
this can never be done unless the friends Of reform
will discard all minor considerations and unite heart
and md in accomplishing this important object
Nothing can be accomplished il we continue to con-
tend among ourselves about The kind OF weapons we
shall use TO fight the enemy.-B
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TnH Eprroa.
From NE Harrisbnrg Chronicle.
UNION AND HARMONY CONVENTION.

This Convention assembled In the court house in
this place, on "Wednesday last; and was organized
In the usual away There were ~ counties repre-
scntcd by about 10 Delegates.
. Astbis Convention was assembled for the purpose
Of consultation and Amusement In relation 10 diyi-
sons and difficulties In the ranks OF the opposition
10 the administration OF Van Buren,, and 10 adopt
such measures as might seem best calculated 10 re-
concile and harmonze conflicting opinions in regard
TO the candidates for the Presidency. The proceed
in2s could not be drawn up in full for publication
until the close of the Convention, and we are in
formed BY the Committee on that subject that they
could moi be prepared in lime for our paper to-day
They shall appear in our next
II was gratifying in the extreme 10 witness the
unanimiiy and determination by which the Conve-
tion was actuaied in their endeavors TO accomplish
the object for which they were assembled. There
were number OF the members who expressed their
preference for the distinguished statesman Of Ken
lucky, bnt admitted that General Harrison was the
most available candidate, and therefore, cheeTfny
relinquished their predictions for Mr. Clay. The
Convention continued It's session until Thursday af
ternoon Previous to the adjournment, the Conven-
lion was ably and eloquenty addressed BY J. G.
Montgomery, @. b. Penrose, and J. Williamson,
Esqrs.
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Thcss Springs have been favoraby known some
MY years, as (" Dagger'sp Of whom they were pur-
chased BY Messrs. Dibrell q Watkins, OF Richmond.
They are 10 miles west Of the Natural Bridge in,
boieionH county and pleasantly situated among
The woods and hills. The Improvements consist
Of hotel and several comfortable cabins. sufficient
Tor the accommodation. perhaps, Of 200 persons.
They are situated on very direct turnpike stage
route, leading from Richmond via Lynchburg
across The Natural Bridge To the White Sulphur and
other Springs farther West The water OF the
springs has Taste and odor similar 10 the White
sulphur water and the difference be,ween the two
Is scarcely perccpble. II Is believed TO be efca-
cious IN Dyspepsy, functional arrangements of the
nvef, 10 chorosis, disnenorrhea some nervous af-
iecions, &c. The water contains Carbonate az soda
Suiphale Of Soda, Common Salt Chloride Of po-
tassium. Carbonate of Lime Carbonate Of Mac
nesia. Peroxide Of Iron. Selica, dissolved. Car
Donate OF Ammonia. Organic matter, containing
Nitrogen. And Carbonic Acid sulphureued Nv
drogen. Nitrogen and Oxygen.
The table being wellsupplied-- attention good.
and the scenery and the sports in the neghborhood
being inferior 10 none, may fairly predict for the
place enviable popularity Il is present visited
principally by virginians. Within seven miles, on
the James river, is a deep rocky cavern called the
Rat Hole, so spacious that the blacks accustomed
TO hold large religious meetings within lis walls
Homepard Bound.
Tup Enrrap
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When Mr.. Clay visited Canada a few weeks ago,
he took with him his man Charles who, we be-
lieve. born in his service and has attended upon
him for many years AT Montreal we believe il was,
some OF the subjects of her Britannia Majesty APP
preached Charles with thar he was free in
Canada as Mr. Clay, and that he could now leave him
without the least fear Of being compelled again into his
service. For some time, Charles listened to these
suggestions with silent disrcgard-but, they were
pernacrousy pressed upon him. he at length put stop
to the entreates Of bis phlanhropc friends, by telling
win which he could now gain his freedom but
that in fact in the service OF Mr. Clay he had mnch
liberty as he needed desired that he preferred to
remain with him. and that in Short he oud not edps
him for both tho Canadas.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-09-11
SIGNS OF THE TiMEs.-GEN SCOTT.

SIGNS OF THE TIMES GEN SCOTT.
We copy to-day an article from the Hart
ford (Ct.) Patriot Ia +" Conservative" paper)
on the subject Of the Presidency. To il we
append paragraph on the same subject from
the Charlottesville (Va.) JeGersonian Repub-
lican, another " Conservative" journal, and
leave them among the varying signs of the
times,' with the simple remark for the present
that we have observed with attention tho ma
ny and reiterated manifestations Of public es-
TEEN with which this patriot, soldier and di.
plomatist has been pressed before the nation
for her highest honor, in despite Of his own mo-
dest efforts to repress them. As a high COM
mendation, il may be truly alleged that, Of all
these spontaneous accamations of grateful
people for the distinguished military and civic
achievements Of Gen. Scott, in no instance
have they been connected with party feeling,
nor has he participated in the party politics Of
the day; consequently, he is honorably exempt
from the sectional prejudices that strongly af-
feet the prospects Of every other candidate Of
every party.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-09-11

HasAiagioss Difference 70 Democracy East
ern Argus Revived very apply presents feature in
General Washingion's administration strikinely In
contrast with those Of The late and present Piesi
denis Ia the one case there is true Difference 10
the popular within the oher, marked contempt
Of the peoples opinions. Numerous are the In
stances 10 which rejected candidates for trusts under
the people have been elevated 10 Executive offices
and indeed so common has this become, that men
gladly ayaillhemseiyes OF an opportunity of becom-
ing martyrs In the cause OF party, well assured that
an agreeable Translation awaits Them. How oppo-
SITE 10 The republicans OF Washington (says the Ar
gull has been the republicanism Of modern days,
upon which the rundown and repudiated candidate
ior congress, In the city OF New York, has been
snaiched from the condemnatory sentence of the
people, and elevated 10 the responsible station OF
surveyor OF that port. The case OF Mr. Selden Is
also referred To- and that OF the rejected candidate
for Governor OF Maine in 1887, who was appointed
Marshal Of the District But 10 the extract tbs
10 be found Ia letter TO Gen Washington dated
September 20, l795, in Sparks Work, p IA, and
reads thus
With respect 10 Mr.. D. for the Office of Attor-
ney General. although ! have very good opinion Of
his sbies and know nothing in bis moral character or
connections that is objectionable, yet the reason
signed when his name FIRST mentioned to me has
sun weight on my mind. that is. after long and
sereiy contested election. he could NOT obtain majo-
~ q snBragss IN INC district he formerly represeHted
~ ths instance. then the Of his constituents re-
| speeding hun personally has been fairly taken"
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From The Baltimore Chronicle.
WHY WAS MR. THOMAS MADE PRESI-
DENT OF THE CANAL COMPANY 4 .

No satisfactory answer can be given to this ques-
ton There is not man, we venture TO say, OF
Mr. Thomas acgu aintance that will pretend that he
is fit for the stati n. We desire to speak Of him
with perfect respect; but il Is notorious that his
habits utterly unfit him for the conduct Of any en-
lerprize requiring personal industry He Is, essen
,iaiIy an indolent maxwell endowed naturally
we confess, bu, long since gone to seed-incapabie
Of long continued exertion impatient oi labor, and
Of an irritable and peevish humor, which iorbids
the cooperation Of advisers assistants Why,
then, was the salary of SO 500 given to him by the
political votes Of The State OF Maryland controlled
by the Governor and ofthe United States controlled
BY the Secretary Of the Treasury. Plainly and
clearly as reward for his parzan s.rvices--as
paw tor his votes in Congress and The part he has
taken in the poll les OF The State. Are these the
proper motives Of such an appointment Should
Mr. Thomas necessities be made to influence the
action of The Governor and Secretary 10 so impor-
tan, an appointment The salary is enormous
greater than the emolument OF most Of the princ-
pal officers at Washington nearly equal to the in
come OF seat in the Supreme Court. We chai
enge any man TO examine the reasons that led to
the appointment OF Mr.. Thomas, without condemn
ing them as unworthy and insufficient He has
been bilieted on the Canal Company-and, we pre-
dict that his administration Of its affairs will do
more TO impair its credit and retard The progress Of
The great enterprise which il has in charge than
any event that has yet occurred In its history.