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The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16
FAIRFAx G. H., Va, Oct. -.

The gathering Of the people yesterday, at the
Wing Barbecue given in this place, unexpect-
edly large Over 900 persons, a large portion of
whom were ladies, assembled in the forest adjoin
ing the Court house. The speakers were Mr. Gus
It's, Of Arlington, Gov Call, of Florida, MIR. HoG-
man, Of Baltimore, Mr.. Allen, of the Madisonian,
and Mr. Janney, the Elector for this Distinct The
collation. provided in the woods was one of the best
have ever seen at gathering of the kind The
meeting, late in the afternoon was adjourned to the
Courthouse, where the speaking was continued by
DR., Mason, Mr.. Janney, Mr. Thomas, Mr.. Upton
and others until midnight
This county, last spring, gave majority of
for the Van Buren, party, Next month ii will cast
majority of between 30 and GO for Harrison
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16

Gov. TYLER arrived in this city on Tues
day evening, and left the following morning
for Virginia. He gave glowing account of the
prospects for the good cause in Ohio, and west
ern Pennsylvania, and of the enthusiasm to-
wards General Harrison which prevails among
all classes and conditions Of the people he min
gled with during his western tour. The West
will go en- masse for the patriot statesman and
hero of North Bend
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16

Mr. WEBSTER left this city on Tuesday morn
ing, to return TO the North, in good spirits and
health considerably unprecedented indeed
than might have been expected, after so much
fatigue and exertion.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16
THE CONVENTIONS

As an exhibition of numbers if the great
Conventions of the people which have recently
taken place throughout the different States, ex-
cite our wonder, the astonshment will not be
lessened when we look at them in their mate
rails. OF what kind Of men are they composed2
Are they not the bone and sinew, in which we
rely for the means of subsistence in peace, and
Of defence in war p Do we not see the farmers
and mechanics traversing whole counties, in the
causes of the poverty and privations by which
he is surrounded 2 Are not the railroad cars
crowded with intelligent merchants, who have
never mingled in contests of political strife;
whose habits are commercial, and whose desires
have been concentrated in their business and do
nestle circle, now, for the first time, compelled by
solemn sense Of danger, and sacred conviction
Of duty, hurrying to counsel with their fellow
citizens, at distance Of thousands of miles
II is impossible TO contemplate this unprecedent-
ed agitation of the whole country, without feel
ing that there must be some powerful cause
operating simultaneously, and upon all classes.
And when we are made sensible that this uni
versal movement is for the purpose Of passing
condemnation on the acts of Government, the
boldest thinker and talke- must pause before he
attemps to counteract SO great moral convul-
sion with sneer, and to characterize the rush
ing cataract of public opinion as mere party
ebullition. Danger must be imminent when the
grave and tranquil portion of our citizens band
themselves together, and regardless of fatigue
and loss of time in pecuniary expenditure, haste
to the gatherings of the people, and join in the
cry for "a CHANGE" Let those who have brought
the country into this condition, and those who
are casting obloquy on the actors in the general
commotion, be warned in time. They have too
long insulted the public forbearance, and fatten-
ed on the public spoils. They may yet discover
that there is retributive as well as corrective
energy in the people, and that public contempt,
if not an honorable refuge, may, in some contn-
gencies, be desirable as safe one.
friend at our elbow vouches for the following in
cident of visit made to Monticello:
One day at the dinner table, which had been elon-
gated for the reception of several casual guests among
whom he is under the impression were Mr. Southall
and the Rev. Mr. Hatch of Charlottesvlle an accom-
plshed and favorite granddaughter of the sage of
Monticello entered into criticism of Harrison
Gray Otis, the Hartford Convention, and the Yam
KEGS"
This playful, though caustc, conversation she did
not suppose was overheard by her grand who
at another end ofhe table engaged with visitor from
the University, until her eloquence was checked by
this observation of Mr.. Jefferson. "E--, you have
mistaken the character of persons and things-and
if ever you should sojourn Boston, you will learn
better how to appreciate the Yankees, and will be
cured Of your prejudices"
This speech became prophetic. She afterwards
married Yankee" gentleman and now resides in
Boston.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16

IFA letter was received in this city yester-
day from Mr.. Davis admitting that he is defeated,
and that the Van Buren, candidates for the Sen
ate from Bucks county are also defeated, and
the whole Van Buren, ticket probably lost
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16

All the extro numbers of our paper containing Gen.
Van Ness letter being exhausted and the calls for
the letter continuing, we have stricken of an edition
in pamphlet form, which are now ready for delivery
at this office,
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16

1.-TWO YEARS BEFORE THE MAST BE
i ing personal Narrative of a Life at Sea- in one
volume being No LOG Of Harpers Family Library, 10
this day received, for sale by
sept %
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16

IL II has been said that Mr.. Jaudan will return 10
England IN the course Of three or four weeks
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16
FIRST GUN FROM NEW JERSEY!

The election in this State began on Tuesday
and continued two days. The Newark Ad-
vertiser gives the following information:
The First Days Work.
We hear from every quarter that the People turned
out noby yesterday. Probably more votes were poled
in the State than before the first day. In this
city-always fathfuk-l74l votes were taken, being
the largest vote polled the first day and 465
more than the same day last year. and IS more than
North Ward, 3l2 East Ward 425
West Ward, 46l South Ward, 543
773 968
The West Ward vote had risen TO 5I3 at noon to-
day North $751; East 463 South 597
Our friends in Paterson carried every thing before
them yesterday, having polled GOO votes. In Ac-
quackanonk, also in Passaic county, 1856 AT Jersey
City, $50. AT Clinton, in this county 239. Bloom
field Beeve, Caldwell, Elizabeth all send us cheer
mig reports.
One more fire and the victory is won To the
polls then all those who have not voted
ORANGE Wednesday, half.past l2 o'clock
Whole number of votes polled FIVE HUNDRED
and FOURTEEN. According to our canvass we
have polled just 400 Wing votes and ia Loco focos
EIIzABETHTowN. Oct. l4th, l2 o'clock.
Number Of votes 426 Wing majority thus far go,
and no mistake.
WOODBRIDGE Oct. l3, half past p. NJ
Our polls have Just closed and after an unusual con-
test 1893 votes have been received of which the Wings
have so far undoubtedly handsome majority, which
we hope to maintain and increase tomorrow.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16
PENNSYLVANIA ELECTIONS.

In the city Of Philadelphia the Wing MAORI
ty Is 2,5O5, and those staunch Wings, Messrs
Sergeant and Toland, have been triumphandy
reelected TO Congress from the Second Dis
trict.
In the county Of Philadelphia the Loco Focos
have succeeded as usual
The Pennsylvania (van Buren, paper) gives
the following returns for Congress.
FIRST DISTRICT.
The majority for Brown, the Van Buren, candidate
is l424 over Tyson, the Wing candidate
In 1888, the Van Buren, maj. was 66l.l
THIRD CONGRESSIONAL DlsTRIcT, COUNTY OF
PHILADELPHIA
Van Buren,. Wing.
lngersoll McMichael
1865 1919
1919
Ingersoll's maj 1886
In 1888, Naylor (W) was elected by774 maj
We always regarded the First and Third
Districts as, at the best, doubtful. The follow
ing article from the National Gazette demon
strates that the most nefarous means have been
used IN order TO overthrow the opponents Of the
Administration. Riotous bullyism, importation
OF voters, corruption and fraud Of every kind
have been resorted to and thus the Destructives
prevailed.
We call the attention Of friends here and abroad to
this astounding fact that while the city proper ag-
gregate vote is The precisely as in 1885, the Van
Buren, vote Is increased by l47l The whole vote for
Congressman in 1888 was 10 2SS
The whole vote for Congressman yesterday
IL 7t7
Showing an addition to the number of
voters in the city of l,479
And every one Of these fourteen hundred and seven
lynne is added to the Van Buren, ticket.
Does any one believe that such result has been
effected by any but fraudulent means2 In order to
leave no doubt OF this matter present the figures
which cannot be questioned
Votes for Congressmen in 1888.
VINO. VAN buren,
John Sergeant 7l05 Samuel Brashears, 1852
q w. Toland, 1892 Jos. r. Evans, 1856
Here it appears that the highest Wing vote
The highest Van Buren, vote was 1856
The total of both parties in 1888 l0,2Ss
Votes for Congressman yesterday
VINO VAN buren,.
John Sergeant 7l36 Jos C. Neal, 1851
G. w. Toland, 1923 And Miller, 1890
Thus the highest Wing yots yesterday was 7,l36
The highest Van BuIen vote, 4,63l
Total vote Of both parties, IL ,767
Subtract the total vote in 1888, I0,2SS
.
Increase in the total vote since 1885, I,479
The Wing majority in 1888 1876
Zoe Wing majority yesterday was 2,5O5
Difference I47l
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1840-10-16

The election in this State began on Tuesday
and continued two days The Newark Ad-
vertiser gives the following information
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25

At tie Wing State Convention held ycsier.
day At Ouca. William II Seward was nom.
mated a. The Wing candidate for Governor,
and iuihcr imdish for Lieut.. Governor.
Judge James Bout. Of Orange, and General
Peter u Porter, OF Niagara, were nominated
ior Electors at, large Judge Burt was one OF
the Electors OF Jefferson IN Isol General
Porter was a distinguished officer pi the las,
war The venerable Pierre Van Cortland,
also au clecior Of jefferson tn 1901. is nomin-
ated IN the i,h District. Archibald M'luiire
who voted ior jcilersunan electors as a MON.
Der of Assembly IN 1901, Is nominated for Al.
hany County, and Griffith T. Gu1iih for Rcns
solaer We are unable 10 obtain a compot,
list.
The whole ticket will be elected 10y a iri
umphant minority in November. tho"cfowiug'
OF tho Tories to the contrary Notwithstanding
TROY Wing
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
TIE SPIRIT OF LocO.FoCOIsM

The Delaware Gazette, Van Buren, paper
published in Delhi, Delaware Co. y. y, and
which by publishing AS genuine the shameful
OHIO Circular after It's forgery had been fully
exposed, has deliberately affixed the brand Of
vilany TO lis own forehead, thus threatens the
members OF its party to prevent their turning
from Van Buren,:
All there are any who are fool-hardy enough
ITO abandon the Administration party at
"this important period, when it is evident
"that victory is almost within our reach, we
"say. let him go--he will do no party any
"good but let a marx be placed on hlm,morc
"inielligible thantha placed upon the brow
"of Cam, and Traitor he brdHdcd upon his
"G0rehc1d, as a fl o5jccyor the sto'c finger
''of scorn 10 be pointed at. We say 90 crery
"frlie hearted Republican. aUod SUch a con-
"f0Hphbic creature as yoH uoHfd NE poison
"oris (qags al the rdtflc-SHakc, or perRicious
"sirocco or Syrian ciad. Let no such man
"bc trusted. for corruption and deception
''are his ruling passions"
We very much mistake the spirit OF the
Frecmen OF Delaware County, and of the
Country generally, if such ferocious threats
and denuncia,ions as these can intimidate
them from renouncing the support OF an Adj
ministlation which dearbought Experience has
shown to lie most detrimental 10 their Inter
esis and dangerous TO their Liberties. The
People, in an unlucky hour, appointed Mr.
Van Buren, chief oveiSeer Of their estate. He
has managed II three years, and the result has
been most disasierous. Instead of prosperity
and plenty, they have empty purses and an
increasing debt--no returns for their produce,
and every thing going TO ruin that has not al
ready gone In this crisis, the time comes
round for choosing a new oyerSecr. Some
who concurred IN the former choice OF the old
one have cast about them and concluded TO
support a man Of greater experience and ser
vice, who has held many important trusts, and
always acquitted himse,fwiih fidelity and hon
or, aud accounted most satisfactorily for all
the property coniided to his hands. Have
they no, a night SO to enquire and TO deter
minei Is il not their duty to do sol "No''
saws in suhsiane this miserable satellite ofthe
uniaithfll incumbent ''you dogs, you iraitori,
Il YOU do il you shall he branded with the
mark OF Cain,-you shall be pointed at with
the finger Of scorh,--yoa shall be summed as
contemplate creatures, or as poisonous rattle
snakes" Can such language iuiimida,e the
hearts and override the convictions OF Free
men, We will never believe 1t. They must
he slaves in soul whom It does no, rouse 10
manly assertion OF their Independence.
Log CABIN.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25

cd 20 be i1icrrr'c va ihg profits ~ ;ho spccu-
'auoa' The Son, following LOO tho footsteps"
ol DE 7 4ihcf. alsu declines any share "a tho
loss. and hcgc ulc mattel rests.
The Times 10 conclusion. says
AS all tho associates involved IN this die
nla are pJtlrans Of the President, they may
deem q advisable, AZ this trying period 10 en-
deavof 10 explain away some at the bad. not
10 say fraudulent. features ot this transaction.
Our statements oftho mater i, We feel a..
surod. Substantially correct, nor 30 we think
II viii be couiradiclcd, though attempts may
he made Al evasion. The trustees we arc
quite certain have too much At stake 10 aban-
dou their position oi cxouctalo the President
and his son from the liability which they io-
fuse voluntarily TO assume"
iIbany Weekly Journal.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
MORE VOUCHERS

eonneilon with Mr.. Ocle's Speech, the
Pug venhoaiion Of extracts by him from
documents have been furnished for
= Undersigned, Wing Members OF Con-
fave had their attention called hv a
tl9n IN the Globe, Of the 10Th Of July.
eaaer the caption of'Messrs. Lincoln
V from which the following extract is
H. Lincolnl was no friend to Mr..
'.'eh' but he would do him the Justice
[ y Mere was anything wrong in relation
.iai'ure ofihe White House the Pres
~ ho' 10 blame for Il, Ga the contra
1 ny ID knew his great delicAcy on
/ Get and would assure The gentleman
%aereI the COMMITTEE had consulted
'''en' 10 relation 10 any additional fur
| ns had Invariably expressed his reluc
nave anything expended for that OBJ
ns SAi L. would state from hls own
80 uisi bot = single article Of iGrni-
r~sS curing TIA laa Luee veas bad
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25

sage as "a 'c-aiuhoa." and 50 iho pfcsidcn
uus declare, o.. and that $50 ho intend. o. lie
aiiirms ihat hc his DESTROYED iho system Of
finance which Washington. tho Father Of bee
country, established. and he charges him with
attempting. hy n. 90 establish privileged or
ders ipr thc purpose Of perverliag the Gov
erumcni." lie includes Madison, that noble
Repu1Ncaa. whose election be opposed IN the
same denuuciau1n. Indeed he claims 90 have
overturned aud re,oluuouiiod the principles
aud practices " ali his predecessors from i7s9
down 10 the present day. These are has words:
II am most happy 10 inform you. gentlemen,
that J have this DAY sicncl tine bin Tor tie cs-
adjustment OF ara Independent Treasury,
measure Of which you speak in decided com
mendaiion. BY this measure, the manage
ment Of an impOrlau, branch Of our national
concerns, after departure OF nearly half
century. will be brought back TO tho letter, as
well as the obvious spirit and intention OF the
Constitution. The system now superseded
was in fact one Of those carly measures devi-
Sod by the friends and advocates ofpriyllcged
orders, for the purpose OF pcryeuing the Gov
eminent from lis pure principles and legitimate
objects, ycsiiug all power IN the hands OF few,
aud enabling them TO profit at tho expense OF
the many
General Washington was President from
~ 10 W. anu uit iI0i'''t' : ~ NNhiH ~ 'iNN
to 50. so that he admits that he has ovcithrown
his iisca! principles as well as those oihis sue.
cessors.
| Gen Jackson through tho Globe in 1891,
| speaking of the sub-trcasury, said what Prcsl-
| dent IAN Blren openly avows: the propo
! siton is disorganizing and revolutionary, sub
versve of the fundamental principles Of our
/ government, and of its entire practice from
| 1889 down TO this day" This is now the add
miited and contemplated effect ofthc sub-treas-
ury. In addition, the President, in his last
annual message said it was recommended by
| the practice of twenty two monarches, and
| Tor that reason he pressed it on Congress.
| This royal mitator comes forth 10 SANDER
| Washington, Madison, Monroe, and other great
patriots, whose glorious deeds make up the
| history OF our country. And TO introduce this
institution of royalty, he charges the noble
| Washington with ovcrturning the Constitution
of the Republic, and attempting TO introduce
privileged orders!
What deed has Martin Van Buren, done for
his country When has he done her any ser
vice,-Never. Washington served during the
eight years war, without pay, and nobiy saved
his country. He put our government in ope-
ration in 80, snl gave the Republic ssuccess-
full march And is this the man whose char
acter and conduct Martin Van Buren, decries
in order to Introduce monarchy among w.
REPUBLICANS ! awake; and save your lib.
critics I CAiUs.
Troy Wing.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
ruv TlPPECANOE CLUB.

,... -o,r.,ag Of the Club was very
| $40, 90 the subjects discussed were
IN gave peculiar inleres; % the pro-
-. sas the presentation by the ladies'
z, r-sre Of a beautiful banner, wrought
a., 7an bands, 10 the Tippecanoe Club.
rlb was addressed by Mr.. Abbot in be-
he ladies', vino IN their name p-csen-
| .a.1et TO the Club. The address was Of
Tesaac, for sound principle and patriot
~ e,quenco Of style which was suni-
4 e-nendsiion of the speaker, with those
I sa:d without comments OF ours. The
.sTof the Club, upon receiving the ban
ralej to the address IN his usual happy
{~. The banner was received with hear
lhscr
ron one sdo Of the banner in large gilt
I-. was Inscribed the well known Motto OF
|whi,pa,tv, clearly indicating the political
!, o(,he ladies, 'Union for the sake Of the
Ia" On the reverse side "T'ho Tippeca-
Club, BE yigilan," The Club ioii; ac-
!, 10 The principle of the one and the i'm.
hn, Injunction Of the other, and they pur-
TO abide by the one and practice the other.
he Club was adjourned to Thursday this
I a, the Court Houss a, o'cloc K, when II
,pected Hon. s. s. Phelps our Senator iu
kr,n will be present.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
From The Troy Wing
TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND FREE
MEN IN CONVICTION AT UTICA.

Nothing is talked Of this morning but the
great meeting at Utica on Yesterday, called
topether for a log-cabin dedication.
The procession which was formed was three
hours in passing through the main street, and
nineteen thousand seven hundred were coun-
ted in it. Several thousand persons were on
the ground who did not take part in the pro-
cassion.
The meeting was addressed by Nathaniel
p. Tallmadae. aud Samuel l.. Soulhard, of
The United states Senate. Edward Stanley,
NJ G from North Carolina: Daniel Fletcher
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
THE PRESIDENTS LAND SPECULA-
TiONS.

The New York Times discloscs an cxtraordi-
nary transaction connected with a Land Spec
ulaiion 10 which the President Of the United
States is party II is known that Mr.. Van
Buren, has operated as fortunately ia Lands as
in Politics. 4 military lot at Oswego which
he obtained for irle from an old Soldier,
became. by the construction of the OswCgo
Canal, worth hundreds Of thousands OF doll
ars.
But we digress. The speculation TO which
the Times re lcrs was more recent one. Al
ter the removal Of the Deposles, the political
friends of Mr.. Van Buren, entered largely into
the purchase Of Real Estate. Some of them
associated IN the purchase Of valuable proper
~ at Auburn, aud Of this number Mr.. Van
Buren, himself was one. portion of the
purchase money was borrowed OF the Backs
The subsequent course Of the Government,
IN the series Of "EypeTimenls" which proved
SO fatal 20 the interests Of the People and so
destructive 10 the prosperity Of the Nation,
first greatly depreCiated The value of the pro-
perry al Auburn and then rendered II wholly
unsaleable. The company, therefore, in stead
Ofmaking handsome profits on their purchase
must suffer heavy Losses. Some Of them, un-
der, the pressure OF the times. have become
insulyent. IL finally became necessary To call
upon the presiden, 10 provide for his share Of
the loss Bot Instead Of responding 10 THIS
call, he informs his associates that he has
transferred his inieres. 20 his son, 1oHN Va
Buaus. Esq. and declines any participation Ia
10 .aSs. Suul,lly saylas .aai W oalJ dS2sk
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25

.e.fIgens. We trust you wal bear IN
.a,. ;icfe 30 70 ho great gathering Of
1,~, a, Clarendon Springs. on Friday
. v,tt Hon. :. S. Pheips, our Sona.
asps,wiiI bo dicre, aud vii he able
q, acme accoun, Of the doings AZ
,~en We say, fellow citizens, turn
,sss viii bo grand treat, insi before
,sp and will tend to animate every
s.e work Of reform. Turn op;--turu
n. Locos are looking with intense
|, % get a glimpse even a, some faint,
40 hope tia, Wing enthusiasm Will
| 4. ,.-,ho Western elections gives
10 aasf.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
WHIGS OF CASTLETON.

There will be Meeting Of iheWhigs ofCas-
tle,on, in the Town House, on Thursday Eve
ming The Meeting will be addressed by gen
tlemen from abroad.
Tho Ladies arc invited to attend this Meet
ing, as well as gentlemen Of both political par
ties. By order Of the Committee.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
Fashionable Tailoring.
BUTLER & JARRETT.

BUTLER & JARRETT.
DECENTLY from the City Of New Yea ~
III ,sksn q room over John Suongs Ss"ss, 80
on "wednesday nett. will open q sb"p fos tAs -.
pose Of carrying on the TAILORING kQSe-
NESS in oil its various branches.
Is q Is. will receive the report ofrs.i 4 VIE
ter Fashions, as soon as published, aud Will -
prepared to execute all Jobs entrusted 10 thesa, -
the neatest manner aud best style All EsrmeaO
cut and made UP IN their ." p, warranted 10 d..
CUTTING.
al orders for cutting VIII receive immediate
attention
Particular attention paid to cutting and 'nsAIsa
Ladies Riding Habits.
N b. an kinds OF Clothing cleaned and repair
ed, and spots removed withou, injury To th~ cloth.
Rltlsnd, jug -, ls4o. 34-B
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
MltSTIIANEN-

There will be a meeting Of the Wings in the
village of Wes,haven on Thursday at ocl'k
F. M Gentlemen from abroad are expected
to address the meeting. Our friends in the
neighboring towns are invited to attend.
By order of Committee.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1840-08-25
DIED.

In this town on the 10Th inst, Nathan, son
Of Truman and Adelia Moulthrop, aged I
years.
In Castleton, on the 23d inst, Miss Emily
Sou,hmaid, aged - years. Her disease, Of
which she had been gradually wasting for
three years, was consumption.