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The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03
RISE, SONS OF THE FREE.
JULY 4, 1899.
Air" Wake! Isles Of The Souh ~

Air" Wake Isles Of The Souih -
BY A. slsry,
Rise sons Of the free the hest morning has broke
And tune every tongue to rejoicing and song
IT'S natal day when the iron bound yoke
Was thrown from the neck Of the brave and
strong;
The Eagle arose, and the star spanged flag
Was cast TO the breeze to preside DER The fray;
And free hearts came round il from valley aud crsg "
Aud RENDERED immortal the patriots day.
Oh free beats the pulse, and the current runs free
And the eyes OF blest millions brightnlpg now;
While peals the loud song from the vale TO the sea,
or nation assembled devotion to vow
To offer once more on the altar Of home
The pledge which our fathers recorded on high.
When they hurd in deep scorn DER the billowy foam
Defiance TO Kings on the FOURTH OF JULY!
Long years have sped in their fast wheeling fight,
Aud tho prize which was won by the calor Of yore,
Undnmd and unchanged sud resplendently bright
Forever shall beam GU Colunblas shores
Though the world wage a war, If sacred the trust
Bequea,h'd by the brave aud the patriot sire,
The free arm will crush every foe to the DUST
And bright DER their ruins blaze Liberty's fire
Then sound the glad note, let the pure song OF praise
Soar up TO the skies, Ills the lay VI the free;
The swee, light Of day, and the suns cheering rays.
Light the land of the blest, DER mount dale and sea;
Then offer once more the altar Of home
The pledge which our fathers recorded on high,
When they hurl'd IN deep DER the blllowy foam
Defiance to Kings on the FOURTH OF JULY.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03
From The Boston M,rcantik Journal.
MOB AT CAMDEN, MAINE.

The Maine Dem )crat, pub ished al Saco says that
Gov. Fairfield has had a request from The citizens
of Thomaston and Camden, 10 call out the militia 10
quell m insurrecon al Camden and 10 aid in carry
ing into effect the militia law. 1t seems that Tor
vera years the companies there have been enabled
in some way or other, TO avoid military duty alto
gether. Under the law Of 1887, an officer fron ano-
Their company was detailed TO call them out and drill
them. Not appearing according 10 order, suits were
commenced The last of the forty days, and an Off
Ger BY the name of Heweu sent 10 serve them. A
large number of persons, however assembled at
Camien-gut swivel, a six FOUNDER, and armed
besides with small arms not only resisted the officer
in the execution Of his duties, but took his writs
from him, tore them up, and bestowed much per-
Sonai abuse and injury upon him. pelting him with
stones eggs &c. They threatened TO resist every at
tempt by whomsoever made, 10 sustain the execution
Of the militia aw-and say that they have large
number combined in Camden and the adjoining town
for this purpose.
The editor of The Democrat further says We
understand that the AID uanl General has been sent
/, Camden To communicate wi the leaders OF the
mob and by proper representations of their folly, and
the utter impassibility of success in their aempt 10
SET the laws at defiance, 10 induce them quietly 10
sub nit II this succeeds, as we hope II will, all will
be we'll If they Still continue TO ob>ruct the officer
in the execution Of his duties, the proper authorities
will not hesitate 10 order out sufficient force to
maintain The supremacy Of the law"
We hope So-theSe manifestations OF rebellion, on
the part of small bodies of disurdeIy citizens 10 the
laws OF the land, are of loo frequent occurrence.
The proper authorities backed, as they always will
be- by all good citizens, should never hesitate sim
gle instant in adopting the most efficient measures TO
disperSe mob
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03
CURRENT LITERATURE.

The New YoRx SPIRIT OF THE TINES, of last
Saturday IS accompanied by highly finished and
costly STEEL plate engraving of the I" high melted
racer" John Bascombe, from painting by Iroyc.-
This fine horse ran The celebrated race with Post
Boy, the Northern horse, over the Long Island
course few years ago, and won the $4,000. A
beautiful race ii was. The North performed its
part well but the South carried the day.
This is the second Of series Of portraits "de-
signed to constitute an American Sporting Gallery"
with which the interchangeable publishers of this
journal have undertaken to CRAFTY the public. The
current volume Of the Esprit Of The Times, will
be emteished with the following large and costly
portraits, engraved on STEEL from original paintings
by the most eminent artists: Mad'lle Augusta, in
the character OF La Sylphids," and the horse
Black Maria, John Bascumbe, Leviathan, Shark,
Monarch, Wagner, and Mingo. The series will
form Portrait GALLERY Of Distinguished Horses,
which, of ITSELF will be worth more than the sub
Scriplion price of the paper, ($l0) The co'ored
prints of English horses, of the same size, are said
to be published at fire dollars each, while the en-
cravings o the Spirit of the Times" are furnish
ed to its subscribers at the rate Of about three shil
hngs each--so says the spirit" We fancy that
work Of s. much establishment, variety, and
enterprise, will have a very large subscription.
The New York Mirror Of Saturday last. COM
menccs the l7h volume of that popular journal.
The number is a fine specimen of literature and
The fine arts" The portrait of Prosper M. Wet
more, the poet and the politician, is a very good
likeness 1t is engraved BY Parker, from painting
by H. lnman. Among the literary contributors to
THIS number, which is exclusively original, appear
MeSsrS William Cox, Theodore S. Fay, Ftz G.
Halieck Epes Sargent, Mrs Ellei, &C.
or the prospects oil the coming volume, the pub
Usher says:
At home we have list of nearly two hundred con-
ontors, embracing most of the talent and genius OF
America, and we have established a permanent CORES.
prudence abroad Mr. Cox viii write from Ioudoa-
Mr. Fay from Bcrtia-and an American pentIeman,
who holds high rank IN the estimation Of his country
men graceful and easy writer will furnish us with
occasional sketches from Paris
" IN the course Of the volume, so pieces OF popular
music will be published.
".S,r superb sngrariags"
a number Of curious etchings wood"
The whole volume will comprise 400 imperial
quarto pages. An for $5 per annum.
The Corsair is freighted with rich prizes and
Captain Willis is expected to re-appear very soon
On the quarter. deck.
The Mar YOrker maintains its wonied spirit and
industrious cnterprize.
The Pocket Loeoa, comprising nearly ono thou
sand exrlcs from The best authors selected BY John
Taylor, : vols. Philadelphia: Lea and Blanchard.
Ia The language OF is appropriate motto, this is "a
work. that dip where the reader may, he will fnd a
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

We are requested BY one Of the commissioners who
conducted the late election in Fluvanna, TO state that
the repor, Of Col Paynes having voted for Grn. Cot
don, lately published in the Richmond Enquirer, is
wholly without foundation lie voted for MAYOR Gar
land in the most open and conspicuous manner, soon
after the polls were opened 1t may be proper, how
ever TO state tina, learn that from late limitations on
the part Of Col p. there is doubts whether
he viii vote for Mr. siyes Senator winter IN
less tina, gentleman defines his position, aud Inanless
stronger disposition to sink or swim with Martin
Van Buren," But as there is no doubt that largo
majority of the people Of Fluvanna IN favor OF The
reelection OF Mr., Rves, aud Col Payne has ever
shown Willingness obey the wishes Of his cons'i'u.
ents we have the least doubt that should he require
instructions before he could consent 10 vote for that gen
tIeman such instructions viii be forthcoming. and that
they will be oheyed Col Payne has ever been faithful
10 his c0nstitueats-and 1t only necessary for him TO
know their wishes 10 his cordial acqniescence.
Charlottesville VA Adrocatc.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

Vcksburg Commercial and Rail Road Bunk The
Vcksburg Sentinel Of the 18th instant contains letter
from J. Chewniog ex-presden Of this bank, to the
public making heavy and serious charges against I:
h. Robins the cashier, in substance as follows
l. or making out, repeatedly, within the last two
years false statements of the condition OF the bank,
and sending them the stockholders in New York and
Philadelphia for the purpose Of decevIng them 10
the true situation Of the bank.
2. vi being mainly instrumental, by his ncapacity
and gross ignorance of business in causing the embar
easements of the bank.
3. or making heavy advances. in disobedience Of an
order from the directors, to house which has since
suspended payment. being in debt to the bank
than million Of dollars
4, or habtuaily endorsing notes to large amounts,
and far beyond his means, and contrary to the laws
OF the bank
s. There many other charges Of mere private
nature, npugning the character and conduct OF the
CASHIER but relating the business Of the bank, or
Of its soyency.
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fund Of knowledge and which he may continue 70
peruSe, lay down. and take up az pleasure, without
breaking the thread, o. inlenupIing the chain of
reasoning
The extracts seem TO be selected with good taste
and they are numbered and arranged under appro-
PIRATE heads, with an index TO The whole.
Preeautioai Novel, by the author of the Spy"
Pioneer" &c. new edition, revised by the au-
thor: Philad Lea and Blanchard.
This is one Of the earliest works of Mr.. Fenimore
Cooper, and by many Is regarded as his best novel;
That II has been thought worth while TO reprii II,
is a testimony favorable to such an opinion. We
shall, however :" be wise to-day" and take the pre-
caution not to interpose any opinion Of our own;
"to-morrow's caution may arrive too late" and we
may get EGagAamuled.
ias Ameyican Loungsr or Tales, Sketches, and
Legends, gathered in sundry journeyngs. BY the
author Of Latte" &c. l VOL: Philad. Lea and
Blanchard.
Some of the stories are ingeniously written, and
invested with considerable interest Some, on the
contrary, We consider fiat The volume embraces
fourteen subjects, and is, on the whole agreeable
reading for warm weather.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE.
INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION.
In the Congress Of l776, the great question Of Ameri
can liberty first to be discussed ,,..
On the 9Th of May, Mr. Adams offered resolution,
that the colonies should adopt governments adequate to
the wants Of the country and independents OF Great
Britain The success OF this resolution the 18th
was considered decisive Of the question of allegiance
10 any foreign power. On the 7th Of June, Richard
Henry Lee seconded by Mr.. Adams, moved in Con.
gress, the memorable resolution Of American In
dependence. The debate continued until The 10Th,
when the consideration Of the resolution postponed
until the lst Of July The next day, Thomas Jeffrr-
son. John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Roger Sherman,
and X X. Livingston, were appointed 10 prepare
draught OF declaration Of independence The two
gentlemen first named this committee having been
deputel subcommittee TO draw up ecaration, at
the desire OF MIR. Adams 1t was prepared by Mr. Jeer
On The LIST Of July the question on the resolution was
again resumed. and unanimously agreed the Sc
cond Mr. Jefferson has told that e the colossus Of
that Congress-the great pillar Of support TO the De-
claratlon Of Independence aud its abest advocate
and champion the floor of the House was John
Adams. In that moment OF darkness OF terror,
and of CONSERVATION when the election was to be
made between attempt at liberty and independence
the one hand, snd defeat sublugation and death
the other the courage of Adams the true spirit Of
herosm, in proportion to the dangers which press
ed around HIM aud he poured forth that ouly genuine
eloquence, the eloquence OF the soul, which, in the
language Of Mr. Jefferson, !" moved his hearers from
their seats" The objections of his adversaries
longer but in a state of wreck floating in bro
ken fragments the pillows of the storm, and over
rocks, breakers and amid ngu6ng whrpools that
every where surrounded him, he brought the gallant
ship Of the nation safe into ports
The declaration already prepared, taken into
consideration on the fourth of july l776 day never
to be forgotten when 1t received the ton Of the
whole Congress-
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

The editor of the Louisville Journal thinks
we !" NAV be strictly Conservative in regard
to principle, but that we arc most certainly
destructive in regard TO men,
This illustrates the difference in one i'm
portani respect between us and our quandam
friends Of the Administration.
The Loco.locos are the destuctves Of
principle and the conservatyors Of men.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03


The Fourth Of July is to be celebrated in North
amp,on in style highly crcdtahe the taste of the
inhabitants Of that place. The following is the account
which the Northampton Courier gives Of the manner
which the celebration Of the anniversary of nations
Independence has been held in past years:
Some beautiful lawn or grove is selected by the
managers, who chosen at a meeting of the ladies'
Eight gentlemen selected by the lady managers,
into their aid, aud previous TO the fourth, beautiful
tables laid and arches Of wreahs Of ever-greens'
and flowers gsily thrown over them Before this,
the lady managers extend their invitations generally
through the village, and is expected that every family
which accepts, VIII send on the anniversary morning,
contributions Of cake and flowers This pretty rival
ship brings upon the table the exquisite things for
the eye, for the taste and the About three
o'clock the guests begin TO assemble The gentlemen
introduce the company to the lady managers, who
always gracious and beautiful and duly deckod
"Flora's daughters" The afternoon is passed in
cial intercourse, u,erspersed with music, cooling
freshnents, aud rural dance the green. A more
beautiful sight cannot he imagined more rational
and delightful Of passing this anniversary cannot
be conceived. We commend it to the people OF every
and village in this vast country thus to keep the
spirit Of patriotism alive by assoclaling with domestic
pleasure and rural harlty."'
This is the true way of celebrating the Fourth OF
July. Woman,--lovely woman should participate IN
the celebration Men brutes without her-espe-
cialy when exhierated by repeated diaugh,s oil the
Juice Of the grape
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03
IMPORTANT LETTER.

The following statement FIRM r. NJ. WHITNEY
who has just returned from visit TO Vicksburp-wl
be read with Interest, as throwing some light on tho
condition and cement Of the Commercial and Rail
Road Bank of tcksbIg; well as upon the pros.
peeIs Of the State Of MisslssPpi-Bat chroa
PnItApELPHIA, June %, 1882
To The Publishers Of The North Ameriean:
Ia your paper Of yesterday, speaking of the decline
that place the day previous 10 the price Of the stock
Of the Commercial aud Rail Road Bank oil Vicksburg,
YOU saw TINS heavy fall Of So per share since
yesterday is attributed 10 letter said TO be written by
Mr. X. NJ Whitney, addressed 10 the Stockholders aud
representing things bad condition. y certainly re-
quires some such calculation TO account Tor 80 heaVy
decline ia day"
The letter in question principally for the purpose
OF repellng assaults made on me individually, III let
addressed Henry Toland, Esq and others signed
by the Cashier aud two Of the present Directors OF the
Bank, which did not know OF, until alter my
return 10 this place from Vlcksburg
In the letter referred TO, said IN conclusion, deem
il my duty state that the result Of all my inquiries
on the point in which the stockholders most deeply
crested (he restoration Of the Bank sound
dition, TO prosperity and usefulness was ihiswith
entire change Of the present administration OF the bank
and the adoption OF the proper aud necessary measures,
was assured by OF those who were we'll acquaint-
cd with It's affairs that ultimately the losses would be
very uncomfortable but all agreed that, while the banks
remain in charge Of the present conductors It's affairs
are getting aud will continue 10 get aud worse
daily, From my own observations should be inclined
to confrm their opinions" added:
at is hardly possible for person who does not wit
ness H. 10 form any opinion whatever approaching the
reality Of the natural faculties which the
State Of Mississippi possesses fully believe that three
crops will completely dlsenthrs and regenera,e
II from its present pecunary EMBELLISHMENTS"
ask you the favor TO publish this IN your paper OF
tomorrow morning, that there may be misapprehen
sion the part of those interested TO what did say
in the letter to which you have referred.
Respectfully, Il. NJ. WHITNEY.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

II is with no ordinary grief we announce the death
Of Mrs SUSAN A. SAVAGE, wife OF the Rev DR..
Thomas SAVAGE, one of the Missionaries OF the Pro
tesant Episcopal Church. at Cape Palmas, West Afrl-
ca. and eldest daughter Of JoHN MErcALFE, Esq. of
this town We leave for another occasion-an ADLER
uen-and more suitable vehicle than political journal
the full deineariun Of the Christian graces which
adorned the character OF this lamentcd lady. We may
be permitted. however the indulgence OF heartfelt gnei
and sincere sympathy with her immediate friends, Tor
an event which cast gloom over our community aud
saddens the heart OF every one who knew her W TN
fall knowledge Of the trials. prvatlons, and probable
fate which awaited her IN Africa, she gave her hand IN
marriage to the Rev Dr. SAVAGE, IN September last.
and in about two months afterwards embarked for her
future home The voyage long and dsagrecabe,
and she suffered greatly. She arrived at Cape Pamas
on the 2gh January, and, until the 22d February, was
in GOOD health when she seized by The accnaIng
fever when stranger to that climate can hope TO
escape Her attack severe, and her suferIngs
great but uuder the skllfu medical treatment OF her
husband she passed the ordeal. aud recovered suih
GENTLY to sit up and ENJOY The society Of her friends =
AT the moment when the prospect OF her foil recovery
was brightest an all wise Providence ordered u other
wise She relspsed ard suffering from an rritab'lity
Of the stomach which nothing could alleviate, she ue'
cncd gradually, and expired, at Mr. vAudHANs, near
Cane Palmas without groan, on the lnh April IN the
26lh wear OF her age. Her remains were inferred on
The Mission premises and were borne 10 the grave by
natives and followed by the afflicted members Of the
Mission family and long tram OF native children at
,ached to the schools fredericksburg Arena, July ?
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

WooL--A Worcester, Massachusetts, paper says,
that the new clip OF wool is held somewhat higher than
was last year II doubts whether the advance be
sustained Wool manufacturing is losing BUSH
ness The goods dull in the market, and there is
prospect of large importation this fall. at reduced
prices. in consequence Of the ssgnatlon Of business
aud accumulated stock ia England
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

We thank The East Isnnesseean for It's compli-
mens-we shall endeavor 10 merit them. II CON-
mends us 10 the patronage" Of the Tennessee OPP
position. Not patronage, my good friend-send us
the IS notes, and we will try to return fair quid
pr0 1A0, s
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

Ii is stated that the Hon. RICHARD
FLETCHER, Of Boston, has resigned his seat
in the next Congress.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

II was said by Mr.. Erksine in one of his
speeches that " rebellion consists in forcibly
opposing the general will Of the nation"
Mr. Van Buren's administration is in oppo-
sition to the general will of this nation.
Therefore, his partizans are engaged in
rebellion.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

Mr. Webster has arrived ip England The
London Gazette Of the 18th of June welcomes
him to England as a !" fitting representative
of all the great and good qualities of his trans
atlantic countrymen."
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

The Post Office seems to be arranged with
Admirable reference TO the designs and in
'cTrS's Of the party in possession. The
Madsonian stands no chance among the
Globes, and the documents of the Attorney
General in lis pilgrimage to Tennessee =
We have made frequent complaints without
elective cannot expect impartiality in the
administration Of public affairs until we ge,
honest men into office. The Nashville Ban
ner, one of the leading journals Of Tennessee,
complains again that it does not receive the
Madisonian. That paper of June 2 says:
.<T We have not received single number Of the
MadiSphan for nearly four weeks Other editors
a." copying from ii, we see, on both sides OF u.s.
me editor Of the MadiSonan assures us il is care.
iully put up and directed TO the Banner-who then
takes possession Of i'll
We echo the inquiry, "who then takes
possession Of it 7"
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

A STATE Military academy The State Of Virginia
has established a Military Acsdemy The State Ar
seual Lexington 10 be prepared for the reception
Of the students. Francis II Smith, graduate o.
West Point, is superintendent.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-07-03

Our city Post Office was removed last Fri
day, from It's old location ut the corner of
Four-and-a-Ha street and Louisiana Ave-
nue., to its new one at the corner OF Twelfth
street and Pennsylvania Avenue.
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i by Willmore * Hodges OF the Inner Temple.
Bail Court, by j. L. Wolaston of the Middle Temple.
Court OF Common Pleas. by T. J. Arnold, Of Lincon's
Inn.
Court Of Exchequer, by Horn and Huhstone of the
M. Idle Temple.
This series commenced with the reign OF Queen Victo-
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Jurist' e" july 3