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Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13
GOVERNOR KENT.

We regret to learn, as we do, from the Ken
nebec Journal, this &c nteman absolutely declines
serving as a candidate for Governor. at the ap-
preaching contest. This is to be regretted, as
we have entire confidence in his ability, and no
person could be selected who would be likely
better to unite the strength of the people, or
subserve the interests of the State. These re-
marks, of course, are not designed to convey the.
impression, that there are not other gentlemen,
whose practical knowledge of the varied and
important interests of the State, and whose "a
bilities in every respect, qualify them in an emf
nent degree, for the high and responsible office,
of Chief Magistrate of the State. There are
many such--whose sound practical democracy
will entitle them to a favorable consideration, by
the convention of the People, whose duty it will
be, to select one from their number, to take care
of the interests of the State, after the first
Wednesday of December next
Respecting the official career of Gov. Kent,
we have only to say, that to him, more than to
any man since the days of the lamented Lincoln,
does this State owe very large share of respect
and gratitude, for the Statesmanlike manner. in
which he has discharged, the duties of his office,
whilst Governor of this State Now that he no
longer stands as a candidate for reelection. he
will most assuredly carry with him, to whatever
station he may occupy, the best wishes and
wa rmest esteem of thousands of his fellow citi-
zens-which of itself, is sufficient reward to the
patriot-heart. To his latest hour he may in
dulge the consolatory reflection shat he has done
the State GOOD SERVICE"
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13
OUR FRONTIERS.

Affairs on our frontiers appear 10 be as
Stunning an aspect more serious than is gen
orally imagined. The authorities in both
the Canadas and in Nova Scotia, have re-
ceived orders from the British Government
to put the whole line state Of complete
defence, and for this purpose Notifications
are to be erected along the whole extent.
Enforcement is certainly in duty bound
meet these preparations with corresponding
ones on our part. Security and protection
should at least be regarded, and proper
means taken 10 secure them by an immed-
late institution Of orders to place our side
of the line in state Of equal security. is
our Government lost to all wish to secure
the safety Of those whom it is bound to pro-
tect?
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13
IN THE HOUSE.

TUESDAY, Feb. A.
Bill to divorce Ebenezer Cobb and Ma
ny Cobb was taken up.
The question on indefinitely postponing
was then taken by yeas and nays and the
motion was lost-yeas GO, nays 65.
The bill was then passed to be engross-
ed without division. Adj.
WEDNESDAY,. Feb. 5.
Petitions SC. presented and refered-o
Selectmen of Boothbay, in relation to the
surplus revenue; of inhabitants of Alma, for
an alteration i'll their valuation.
A message was received from the Gov
ernor transmitting IN compliance with an Or
der of the House, the correspondence be-
tween the Warden of the State Prison and
the Council.
A Communication was received from the
Secretary of State, transmitting certain
documents in relation to the State Prison,
in compliance with orders of the House.
The communication SC. was referred to
the Copmittee on State Prison.
Passed to be enacted-Bill supplement
tary to an act incorporating the Thomaston
Theological Institution.
The order directing the Committee on
Finance to assess State Tax of $2O0, 900
was taken up. The question being on the
motion of Mr.. Andrews to amend by strik-
ing out 1900, 900 and inserting $4,000.
Mr.. Prince of Buckfield, moved to a.
mend the amendment by striking out
$50, 900 and inserting 100000 which
prevailed.
FRIDAY, Feb. Z.
The Speaker being absent, the House
was called to order by the Clerk. Charles
Andrews, Of Turner, was elected Speaker
protein.
Communication from the Governor, trans
hitting an account Of the items of the ex-
penditu.es Of the contingent fund for 1888,
was received.
On motion of Mr. Morse Of Bath, the
Bill regulating the size Of potato barrels,
was recomr1itted.
On motion Of Mr.. Allen of Bangor, the
committee on the Judiciary, were directed
to inquire if any additional provision were
nee essary for the better regulation of fer
ries. ADJOURNED.
SATURDAY, Feb. 8.
A Communication was received from the
Warden of the State Prison, transmitting,
in compliance with an order Of the House,
information relative TO the number ofguards
and oyerseers employed, &c.
MONDAY, Feb, TO.
Billt regulate the size and quality Of po-
tatoe barrels came from the Senate indef-
nitely postponed. 1t was laid on the table.
Bill 10 limit the tenure of Military office
was read twice and laid on the table.
. Adj.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13
LEGISLATURE OF MAINE.
IN THE SENATE.
w EDNEsDAY, L

"WEDNESDAY, Feb. 5.
Bill to divorce Ebenezer and Mary Cobb
from the bonds OF matrimony, was once
read and Tuesday next assigned.
The Bill for the limitation of the tenure
of military offices was taken up, and an
amendment was proposed by Mr. BLAKE,
which provides that Brigadier Generals
shall hold over until others be elected in
their place.
THURSDAY, Feb. 8.
Mr.. Perkins, from the committee on
State Printing, reported that they had con-
tracled with Messrs. Vim. r. Smith and
George Robinson, to do the State Print
ing, and with Mr.. George S. Carpenter to
do the State Binding, for the current year
Passed to be enacted--Bill supplement
aary to an Act incorporating the Thomas
ton Theological Institution.
FRIDAY, Feb. 7.
Passed to be engrossed-Bill additional
to an Act accepting the surrender Of the
charter of Peoples Bank.
SATURDAY. Feb. 8.
Leave to withdraw-of Asa W. Moore
ct al, that the charter of the Kennebec
Dam Company, may be revoked;
MONDAY, Feb. 10.
The report and account of VIM. p. Par
rot for construction of Aroostook Boom
was referred to the committee On State
Lands.
Leave to withdraw-on petition of Sam
uel McClintock ct al. ADJ.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

burhens of their task masters! As well
might the President have told us, that, be-
cause in % out of 81 of these countries,
it was the custom of their officers Of gorern-
mcnt to hold the gold and Sticer of the poo
pie in their own Golfers, and thus riot
and tatten on the hard earnings OF
those they rob-we. too, must adopt this
same kind of "Ladependent Treasury" by
following their example? If the analogy
were carried out, by the same reasoning 1t
would follow, that because % out Of 81
foreign countries have a KING, we must
have one too.
But gladly do | turn this dark and dreary
aspect, of the present state OF things to the
bright and cheering prospect before u.s.
To that Divine protection, which has saved
this country from so many threatening ca
lamties, | look with confidence for a
change Of our present ,0ily and dangerous
administration. With such views and with
recollection that you served several years
in the Senate OF the U. S. With GEN.
HARRISON, permit me to request of you,
all the information you possess, of his quail
ihcations for the high station, which, in my
opinion, he is destined to fill.
If, after consulting friends, you should
deem the publication Of this correspon-
ience. in any way productive of public
good, you will please signify your consent.
Perhaps those unacquainted with my mo-
'tives in this request, may suspect me of the
vanity of age. My answer to such is, in
the language of distinguished writer
This is not the language of vanity. II
am vain man, my qualification lies
within a narrow circle" But narrow as
that circle must be, may Heaven extend
it to the time, when shall behold change
in the present disastrous, ruinous policy OF
this administration.
Your obi servant,
MOSES CARLTON
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13
p" WHAT HAS BEEN ACCOM-
PLISHED.o

The Age and some other tory journals have
been, OF late, trying to make it appear, that Gov
Fairfield has done wonderful sight towards bring
ing TO an end, the long proracied negotiations re-
specting our North Eastern Boundary. OF course
we do not wish to detract anything from Gov Fair
held's fair fame-not we surely. On the contrary.
IT he has done even the half, those veracious prints
would have the public suppose, we should just
thank them for some evidence of It,
We are told, that the British claim to exclusive
jurisdiction has been exploded, and its continued
plumber, &c. has been arrested-by Gov Fai6sld
OIL course This Is mere Cannon, to keep up the
steam in favor Of Gov. Fairfield We remember
very well, that two years ago, when the British pro
posed making railroad through the disputed terri
tory, Maine demonstrated promptly against the
measure, and the British Minister accordingly in
terfered, and the road was not made But now. the
British are not only making their roads througb tho
territory in dispute, but building barracks and
filling them with troops Is this the wavne;r claim,
has eApieded And why is this Every one knows
or should know, that while Gov. Kent had the
handling OF this business, he accomplished much.
In the fall OF 1888, under his direction. the land
Agent drove off large number of Trespasss,s from
the AroostOok, TO the farthest extent of opr claim
lhere was no secret session. about it, nor was il
thought necessary to call out 5000 ,roops. and
have an appropriation Of $780, the stem vos
promptly taken, and the work accomplished. The
lands on the Aroostook were likewise lotted n,o
townships and offered for sale-a measure we had
perfect right to do, and which, although the Brit
lsh Warden did demonstrate little vet did no,
dare to proceed against. 1t is glazing fac, too
that whilst former State administrations had boen
content with waiting to Be told what to do, by the
General Government Gov. Ken: imme diaelv on
tered into an examination of the subject and at
his earnest and impotunate appeals to the Presden,
and to Congress, the Senate of the IT, S. made an
able and most favorable report in favor of the rights
OF Maine, to the fullest extent
With respect to what Gov. Fairfield has actuahv
done, since then, it may be summed up in a yery
lew words--but as we have alluded to this subject
SO often, we suppose we need not at this time, do
more than to refer to the notorious agreement in
which Gov. Fairfield enters into an admission.
which had never been admitted OF entertained by
any State administration before We all know the
sequel-nnd thus ends the glorious diplomacy Of
Gov. Fairfield.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

PUBLIC PRINTING. MIR. Graves in a recent
speech in Congress has disclosed some very as
tonlshng facts. respecting the public printing.
ltapPears that the printing and stationary of the
House for the last session cost between $500. OG0
and SooO,O0O while the same items in 1919
cost only $4,000 !. MIR. G. noticed one in
stance OF Blars rapacity. There was one lob,
executed by "a practical printer, at a charge of
$50, for which Blair charged and received 1901:
In addition to this the printing for the Senate
makes Il very large item, swelling the whole
amount of public printing, which goes to fatten
this Blair. and support him, in unfolding the
corruptons of the administration. to the very
astonishing aggregate of $750,0O0 =! And all
this extravaganza too, after the long sermons of
the dominant party about "retreachment" This
is fair specimen of this 'sreireaching" admin
istratlon, that 'retrentheS" the expenditures
from thirteen, to FORTY MILLIONS of dollars,
annually
The same kind of rstrenshment has prevailed in
New York, while the locos bore sway We OBJ
serve in footing the items in the new contract
with the Wing State printer, and comparing
with the foot'ngs for the very same items, under
the contract with the loco foco State printer, of
the Albany Argus, difference of $s7, 44-and
this too in list Of only sir items We cannot
say, whether the same exorbitant kind of
form is practiced in this State, but we should not
be surprised if there was an approximation
thereto. This is all accounted for, we suppose,
on the very equitable principle, shat those ~ho
dance must pay the fiddler"
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

The President has submitted to Congress
the correspondence between Mr.. Stevenson
and the British Government in relation to
the indemnifcaton claimed by our govern
ment for the value of number of slaves
liberated by the authorities of Bermuda.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

IMPORTANT CoRREspoNpENcE. Under this
head. we this week publish correspondence be-
tween the Hon. Moses CARLTON Of Wiscasset,
and Hon. JOHN HOLMES of Thomaston, which
will recommend itself with great deal of force. to
the people Of this County The Hon. Mr.. Carlton,
is one Of the Oldest democrats in the State-was
jealous supporter of Jefferson and Madison, and
likewise supported Gen. Jackson, until he became
convinced that he was the dupe Of intrigue and a
mere tool in the hands Of such designing men as
Martin Van Buren,.
During the embargo and the last War with Great
Britain, he sustained losses by those measures, to
the amount of nearly half million of dollars.
Yet under these circumstances, he noby gave up all,
and was among the most Jealous in supporting the
cause of his country. We have great many fair
aceather patriots, in these days, but when we see
men perrilng everything, and fearlessy sustaining
their Country in tine of danger, who can deny them
the need of honor, they SO richly des erve.
Mr. Carlton, is one of our Oldest men, and now
that his life and his property have been devoted to
his country, he raises his waning voice, that he
may do something to check the progress of tyranny
and corruption. Happy will it be for the country,
if his admonition shall receive the candid con-
sideration of every freeman. Ofthe sentiments he
treats upon, we need say nothing We commend
his letter, with the reply of Mr.. Holmes TO every
voter in old Lincoln. And when they have read
it, we would ask them to pause and reflect
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

The Madisonian states that when Gen.
Jackson's presidential campaign opened
the first demonstration of popular favor
and success was made i'll Pittsburg, Penn.
the same town which has recently elected
the Harrison candidate for Mayor by seven
hundred majority.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

FiRE.-A dwelling house in Augusta,
situated on Bridge st. and owned by Mr..
l. N. Sargent, was destroyed by fire on
Monday night last. Insured for 5000.
Another.-The Carpet Factory owned by
Edw. * Thomas B Little, at Lewiston
Falls, was destroyed by fire on the evening
of the Sd inst. Loss $1,000. No Insur-
ance.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

1t has been said of Gen. Harrison, and
said truly, that he fights wel, speahs nell.
,crites well, and plOughs acell-a combination
of ,cells rarely found united in the same IN
dividual--nerer met with in any one in this
country since Gen. Washington.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

The Union of Upper end Lower Cana
da is at last fully decided upon and will
DON be carried into effect.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

M, Rires and has Opinions Of the Har-
risbug Nominations Rives, says the
Enquirer, at is said, does not hesitate to
express has determination TO support The
Harrisburg nominations" Astonishing, "
it adds, las this revelation is, we cannot
permit ourselves to doubt it, SO well foun-
ded does the rumor appear"
Had a clap of thunder come upon the
Editor of the Enquirer from clear sky
he could not have felt greater surprise than
he affects to feel at the revelation; Affects
for it is all affectation. He has known
from the beginning, tina, Mr.. Rives would
support Harrison and Tyler His course
for the last eighteen months, has been too
unequivocal to permit any reasonable man
to doubt. Richmond Wing.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

Hon. II. A. Wise has SO far recovered
from his long and serious indisposi,on as
to be able to attend the sittings Of Congress.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

From The Philadelphia National Gazette.
Eight hundred thousand dollars of the
State Loan was taken yesterday by the
United States. Pennsylvania and Girard
Banks, in the following porportions United
States Bank, 400, 900 dollars; Pennsylvania
Bank, 100000 dollars; Girard Bank, 2OO,-
900 dollars.
The effect Of the Governors Message is
most apparent and salutary. Confidence
is revivng and with proper action in the
Legislature, according TO the suggestions of
the executive, the banks may in time meet
their own obligations without depressing
their debtors.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

of September American vessels in China
were obtaining A a So freight per bale of
cotton, and &c per foot for measurement
goods, from Hong Kong to Whampoa, and
from 30 to $35 per ton to the United
States.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

We republsh to-day the following items
from the Bill now before our Legislature,
to provide for the expenditures Of Govern
ment, for the purpose of correcting several
important errors of our correspondent,
which yesterday escaped our observation.
Cooon;co;onaro for p av;s;nr tho
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1840-02-13

A letter from ]. Balestier, Esq, U. S.
Consul at Singapore, states that on the 9th
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1840-11-12

And if have unintentionally misrepre-
scented the conduct of any one, when con.
ynced of the. fact | will not rest for a
moment till | make reparation.
There is one thing yet to which l
would direct the attention of those oppo-
sltlon members who complain of the oc-
caslonal severity of Mr. Edwards edito-
rial remarks, and bring that to bear a.
gainst him. Can they not occasionally
see harsh remarks in Mr. McKenny's
paper, such remarks applied to wings as
these "British Wings" hell-hounds'
whipped dogs "drunkard with his
senses STEPPED in inebriating sops''-
!" the first great wing was the devil'-
/" tories -" bank swindlers" 81. hard
cider rabble '-'sscoundrels. These in
teresting extracts | quote by memory
from the Gazette. Harsh as these ex-
tracts are, and they are certainly more
SO than any thing ever have seen in
the Hawkeye, yet should l feel myself
contemplibly mean to refer to such small
matters as these to crafty personal ami
mostly, or carry partizan point. Low,
narrow and contracted is the
mind that does.-I have done.
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1840-11-12

should vote for the resolution -
fore the House and give the n,;a' sa
Mr. Mckenny' and that the resolD sas
giving the printing to the love-. aao'
was iAi6eral and he should po,s :. ''a'
1t! Q Saa
Mr. MASON wished the H.,
adjourn, but as they would NJ, : sp''
he desired to make some ren,,l. 9
question then before the House ~ us
MIR SUMMERS called 70, !, 9R
vious question, which was su,,,;'. }
strictly party vote, and it wa,
Resolved, That John H. Mp
shall be emp Logged to do all tho ;.''l Ivy
tai printing for this House, d0,;. '
present session.
io' 'iio yeas ana nays on The v,.
questions which came up DURING Il, n.y.
bove discussion, see The House D,o,.
ings of Friday.
Including the Repor, of The c,,o,,,,;;,,
the conclusion to which they came !,
their resolution, altogether, mus, +. :
sldered the queerest of all the -.
farces that have been hitherto enac,sII
he Loco Foco party in this ,s,;.
And yet some of the members fe,, !,
he dignity of the House be comp,o,;
ed
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1840-11-12
New Press. Book and job TYNE.

We have Just added u New Press, of the
most improved pattern, and large assortment
of Book and Job types, to our establishment
We are now prepared to execute, at the short
est notice and in handsome style, jobs of every
description in the letter-prcss line of printing.
AS we have been at great expense to keep up
with the rapid march Of Improvement in this
Territory, we solicit orders from all those who
feel at all interested in the success of our un-
dertaking.
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1840-11-12
THE HAWK-EYE.
lBJ1alI1-IlAlsIQ sf1EON
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 70, 1910.
NsENEOVA AL.

The IaWileye Office has been removed
from Water to Main-strcet, three doors south
OF Weber & Remey's corner
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1840-07-30
A BITING REPROOF.

The subjoined correspondence between
the EXP Postmaster General and a Virgin
ia Postmaster is one of the richest things
we have seen for some time. Times.
Letter from limos Kendall TO the Post,
master at GoodwynsuiHe Trgipia.
My DEAR SIR: take the liberty to
enclose you an address and Prospectus
for the Extra Globe, hoping that it may
be compatible with your inclination and
sense Of duty to-use them for the purpose
of procuring and returning subscribers.
Fin that hope shall be disappointed,
l solicit of you the personal favor to hand
it over to some friend of the Administra-
ton, who may be inclined to use it for
that purpose. With great respect, your
friend, AMOS KENDALL.
The Hawk-eye and Iowa patriot. (Burlington, Iowa) 1839-1843, 1840-07-30
The vote in the city and county Of
New Orleans was for White, wing, 1893;
Leonard, adm, 674. The Picayune also

The vote in the city and county Of
New Orleans was for White, wing, 1893;
Leonard. adm, 674. The Picayune also
says:
6 The town was full Of rumors yester-
dav in relation to the election of members
of congress in the I'd and Sd districts. At
one time it was confidently asserted that
Dawson, adm. had been defeated in the
! I'd by a small majority, but this report
was not entitled to credit. Dawson has
undoubtedly been returned, although his
majority, as stated at first, is small. Q3.)
In the Sd district, the wing candidate,
Moore, is far ahead Of his opponent,
VIM; but whether he will carry suffi-
cient majority into the strong holds OF
is still question. Moore S
majority, ,accordingto the reports in town,
| is in the neighborhood of s00-some say
over that number. The general impress,
sion is that he will be elected"
Mr. Elder informs US that it had been
ascertained in New Orleans before he left
that the wing gain in the state since the
| presidential election of 1886, was ouer
two thousand votes.-Mr Van Buren's
majority was then 27l, so that the State
may be set down to Gen. Harrison by at
least 1000 majority. Here is another
state knocked off from Van Buren's
column.
The1oss of one and probably two whig
members of congress was predicted long
ago. Thus the National Intelligencer said
on the llth inst.
ssFor reasons stated in the letter of our
correspondent, inserted to-day, of which
the readers of this paper have been al
ready apprised, it is not probable that the
wings will obtain more than one out OF
the three members. One. of the other two
districts may be set down as rather doubt
ful, but the other (the Cd districD is de
cidedly locofoco. In 1894, the loco ma
jority was l.lO4, and in 1886 was 7l9.
In 1898, the wings carried their candi.
date indeed, not by main strength how.
ever, but by the force Of accidental cir
cumstances.