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Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15
THE BALTIMORE MURDER.

The Baltimore Sun, (ncutral) gives
the following account of the murder of
one of the whig marshals in the young
mems procession at Baltimore, by a gang
of locotocO desperadoes.
"The particulars of this melancholy and dis.
graceful affair are these As the procession were
proceeding down Baltimore street, gang Of half.
grown boys we're marching up, carrying on the top
of pole stuffed figure, representing Harrison rs
a pel,icoat hero, land when they arrived near How.
ard street they attempted 10 form in with the pro-
cession: Mr.. Laush'in stepped out OF the ranks
with "A view TO stop them, when he received the
blow over the head head from stick, which de.
prved him of life. An inquest was held over the
body by A. II. Greenfield, Esq, coroner, and the
the Jury returned "a verdict, that he came 10 his
death by blow from stick, In the hands OF some
person unknown TO the jurors. Laughhn died al
most Instantly. being only able 10 whisper 10 n
friend who carried him into house near ~: 81
DIE MARTYR TO LlBERTY-A GLORIOUS
DEATH !"
lie has left wife and four children, one nm n-
FAINT. lie was a respectable mechanical carpen.
ter, residing on Federal Hin. The excitement in
the city avery great at this wan'on and bru,al
murder. We feel al present unprepared to com.
meat upon IT, The act llsefsp speaks in language
than which we can add none sWonger-nor is it
easy TO find any terms it 10 convey tho feelings Of
INDIGNATION and horror which such an Outrage nat.
urally inspire.
The funeral was attended on the 9Th. The del.
ega'es 10 the Convention attended, wearing Grape,
and me standards were in mourning have nc, or
seen any thing so solemn and impos ing-a process
sion OF reemen, TO the number of thousands fol-
lowing one who persisted, IS il were, in sigh, Of
the del'verance OF his country from despoic sway
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BWG T. I W @ u o N
FRIDAY ORN IN G, NJ AY. Is
TIE GREAT ASSEMBLAGE.

We have given up our columns today
to an account of the immense Gathering
of the People at Baltimore. We need
not invite the readers attention to the
narration, for the subject is too rcplcte
with intense and absorbing interest, to be
passed over. 1t is an event that will
form an epoch in the history of the nation,
and well has it been compared to the
great gathering of the people in the
Champ dc Mars to swear to the Consti-
tuition. Instead of a meeting of a few
hundred delegates from different sections
to compare notes, as originally contcm-
plated, we have an enthusiastic assem-
blage of 10000 frccmen, from Crcry
state, territory, and district in the Union
some of them travelling fifteen hundred
miles. to pledge to each other and to the
world, thatthe constitution shall be up
held and the country redeemed. Let
those who can shut their eyes to such evil
dcnces, doubt the result. None others
Gun.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15
BALTIMORE, May 1, 1910.

DEAR SIR The Convention of whg
young men, was organized to day, by
the election of Mr.. Mcmahon of this city
as President, together with Vice Prcsi-
dents, Secretaries, &c. whose names |
am unable, with one Or two exceptions,
to give. The assemblage of delegates,
from ercry State in the Union, and from
the District of Columbia, is vast, beyond
all previous calculation. No means are
yet prepared to ascertain accurately their
number, but the lOWcSt estimate | have
heard is 10000. The city too is full of
gentlemen of distinction, as invited guests,
and they have united with the convention
in the proceedings of the day. Among
them is Henry Clay, Daniel Webster,
Mr.. Preston of S. Carolina, Mr.. Wise,
Mr.. Bell, Mr.. Waddy Thompson, Mr..
Southland, and many other members of
Congress, as also gentlemen in private
life of high character and responsibility.
The individuals whose names have
mentioned, scveraIly addressed us, and in
Il strain of eloquent zeal and power which
have never before witnessed. These
gentlemen consider the question settled.
and openly avow the belief that Gen.
Harrison cannot be defeated. One ex-
pressed his solemn convictions, that were
the publishers of newspapers throughout
the union, one and all, to abandon him,
and advocate the reelection of Mr.. Van
Buren,, it would not avail the little magi-
clan, for the people had taken the matter
into their own hands, and were beyond
the control of the press. The exhibition
OF to-day, would almost of itself, warrant
such belief, for we find thousands Of
young men, from the most distant Sec
tons ofthc Union, making this long jour
ney topledge themselves and their states
70 the support of the Log Cabin Candi'
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date. Indiana, for instance, is said to
have over one hundred delegates, and
they must have travelled some 1900
miles. Truly the people have taken this
matter in hand, and have doomed the
administration not only to defeat, but
will brand them as tho guilty authors
of all the evils which now Cypress tho
country.
The procession to day is admitted on
all hands to have been the most imposing
spectacle ever exhibited in this or
any other country. So said MIR. Clay, MIR.
Webster, and Mr.. Preston. Flags and
Banners, on which the ingenuity Of men
had wrought tho most happy and appro-
pirate devices, accompanied the delegates
of each and every state, while log cabins
on wheels, hung over and around with all
the utensils of a forest life, and the skins
and carcascs of beasts and birds, were
found at appropriate intervals throughout
the line. The Convention was holden
in beautiful open space, heretofore oc-
cupicd as race course, about miles
from the city, and although the delegates
on the march were formed eight abreast,
the mighty procession is said 10 have
stretched itself more than two miles in
length. But my poor brain must be ex-
cused from attcmptinga description ofthc
grand pageant. The subject is beyond my
reach, and l much doubt, if il is not
beyond that ofany other man.
We are indebted to the kind hospitality
of private citizen for lodging the YER
mont delegation, numbering about 20
delegates. For the time being, Baltimore,
say her citizens, belongs to the convention,
and most generously and protuscly does
she administer to all our necessities.
We meet tomorrow at nine O'Clock,
and shall probably complete the work in
the course of the day.
Those who know best the politics Of
Virginia, and understand the appliances
Of the President to retain her in his in
tcrcst, pronounce the recent triumph o.
the wings aiguarantec of her future course
Virginia, says MrWisc, is ours for Harri.
son. The same is confidently declared O.
Pennsylvania and Tennessee, bv thcil
respective delegations. 1t would Ger.
tainly seem that a mighty revolution had
fairly commemorative aim to correct the
great errors and misrule of the party il
power, and place the country once more
in hands who will administer the govern.
ment upon the principles Of the Consli
tuition. God speed the good work, is the
ardent prayer of all good Wings.
Yours, truly, Il. F.
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Millinery and Fancy Goods.

"A MOST splendid beautiful and mag
SssA nliicent assortment Of every descrip
ton of millinery Articles, such as Bonnets,
S,tks, Ribbons, Laces, .4rtifciaIs, Trim
mings, sc, &c. which viii be sold to Gus
toners or to the trade at the new cheap
prices for cash.
The assortment of Fancy Goods is en-.
larged 10 every department aud The great
increase of distant purchasers Is now cal.
cula,ed for and will be fully accommodate
q, the new prices at HOW.4RDS.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15
For the Burlington Free Pre-. $.

"Old Virgny never tires"
Has been both sung and sand,
But will prove that this is false
Before go to led.
She's long endured King Vans control,
Yes she's submitted long
But this election fully proves
She knows that she was wrong.
Untring though she's said 10 be,
You see the thing is PLAIN
Shes said as loud as votes can say
We're tired of Martins reign.
Van Buren, promised "ycIlow boys"
He gave them 10 his minions,
Who follow mceEly in his wake,
And reverence his opinions.
lie took from Us Our paper bills,
And gave It's eng King
Not what he promi,ed-"ycllow boys,"
He gave us "nol thing
The fact is this, he's broke Our banks,
And broke our Merchants too,
He's rode The sovereign peoples backs
TIL they 'rc completely blue.
But now we've risen in or strength,
We're mighty in our ire
And We'll dctIronc this petty King,
And show that we can tire.
Virginia ) fully tired ont,
And her elections show it,
She's tired OF Locofoco sway,
Let Locotocos know it.
III take a cup Of cider now,
I've proved what have said--
4 lIcaGh to General HARRISON,
And now fIl 20 to Led. d.
Burlington, May 7, 1910.
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More "DcmOcratic Ese-ActiOMs.n

More "DcmOcratic Esc-ActiOMs."
1t will be perceived by the subjoined
letter, that SENATOR RuGGLEs, of Me-,
hitherto a staunch supporter of the Fed
eral Administration, has formally given
in his adhesion to the Peoples cause and
candidates. We congratulate the friends
of the good cause upon this, and the
thousand other indications of the resist
less progress of Harrison and Reform.
The November campaign seems likely to
be the Battle of the Thames over AGAIN.
The mcrccnarics and Swiss Guards of the
Government will DC drawn up like Brit
ish Regulars, to make show of fight
but on the first charge of old Tips noun
ted Rangers, they will break and disperse
in all directions.
WAsHIsGToN CITY, May 9, 1910.
Gen'emen-'l have received the invitation to sat
tend the sutings Of the National Convention OF the
you have honored Inc, Sin behalf of the Delegates
from the city Of Baltimore" II would afford me
great satisfaction TO be present on that interesting
occasion, would my public duties permit.
The necessity OF change Of measures with
view to the relief of people suffering beyond any
former example, is now manifest to all. If not &C.
know lodged by all. No small portion oflhose who
aided in bringing into power the present incumbent
of the EXeculiye chair, have witnessed with painful
uisapp 10 ,p,t ho h.,,
persevcred IN forcing upon the country system Of
measures destructive OF It's best interests and ,unous
10 the enterprise aud business Of the people And
they have resolved, rs The only means left Of staying
the progress OF those measures, 10 aid Ia ling from
retirement distinguished citizen, ~ hose enlightened
patrioilsm,great practical wisdom and sound repub.
can principles, have secured for him the highest re-
speci aud confidence. The name of HARRISON has
animated the whole country with hope Il has
reused an enthusiasm which pervades all grades and
classes OF The people. That enthusiasm, chasiened
by wise connsels and haowed by patriotism, viii be
the anlma'ns prime pie of the "Nailonal Conven.
ton"
Rejecting, as its members win, The principles and
feelings OF The great majority oihe people tro 'oul
the Union, their deliberations will he no less national
in their character than patriotic IN their design !;
and will tend, il is confidently believed, ha mon
ze and nvgorale the ehorsIs Of the nation to place
The Executive government in the hands Of one who
has never yet disappointed the expectations Of his
country. lie who, by his bravery N the field. re.
deemed The honor Of The nation, when betrayed by
l'eachery and cowardice, will not tan 10 correct BY
his wisdom The errors of the civil administration of
Government under which the country is severely
suffering.
Thanking I" The Delegates from the city o
Baltimore" for their gratifying invitation, and
you. gentlemen, fer The acceptable terms in which
II Is CONVEYED, have the honor 10 be, with sin.
cere regard. Your obj, servi,
JOHN RUGGLES,
10 Nelson Poe, E.q, and others.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

o. Van Burcn's name appears in the
Argus this morning "solitary and alone"
as Candidate for President What was
once the great and powerful Jackson
party, has, under the auspices of Van
Buren,, split into factions so discordant
as to be unable to agree upon candidate
for Vice President !-AU. Journal.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

The VAN buren, CONVENTION at Bal
timorc has proved abortivc. Its only os-
tensible purposc-the nomination of a
candidate for the Vice Prcsidcncy--it
has failed to effect, and it has ended in
disappointment, and real if not open dis
sension. 1t is vain TO say that it nomina-
ted a candidate for President. 1t was
poorly worth while to bring together Del
egatcs from all parts of the Union to an
nouncc MIR. VAN buren, as candidate
for c-clection-unlcss indeed it was to
contradict the rumor that he was to be
Withdrawn, and more available candi-
date set up in his place. But that was
not the object. 1t was supposed that Col.
JOHNSON could be coaxed into a with
drawal. The Richmond Enquirer an
nounccd last fall that he lad withdrawn,
and praised him beyond measure for his
magnanimily; and the Convention was
got up to nominate successor to him.
But their Establishments failed. The
Colonel would not retire; and they have
boldly thrown him overheard. The con-
vent;on was divided on the expcdiency
Of a Notwithstanding according to the
rule by which the convention votcd) SO
for and 90 against a nomination. New
York standing OFF, But, when the propo-
sition for nomination was thus upon the
point Of prevailing, the New York dele
CATION of AZ came forward and voted with
the 90, making l32 in the negative, and
thus defeated the nomination of candi-
date for the Vice Presidency. We state
these facts mcrel y as matter Of history,
and as public journalists for the in
formation of our distant readers. We
make no comment on them. We leave
it to the dis jointed members of the party
to settle their differences in their own
way.-Nationat MtelHgcncer.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15
WING SYMPATHY.

The members of the Wing Young
Mems National Convention contributed
$4,000 to FUND for the support of the
family of Mr.. McLAuGln.IN, ono of their
Marshalls, a mechanic of Baltimore,
who was wantonly killed by Van Buren,
Destructive, while in the discharge of
his duty. The fund was placed in the
hands of Mr.. McMAnoN, tho President
of tho Convention, in trust for the sup
port and education of the children of tho
deceased.
Contrast this spirit of generosity with
the conduct of the President of the Uni
ted States at his Pageant at Tonncwanda.
On that occasion ELISHA PARKS, while
firing a cannon to honor Mr.. VAN buren,,
lost his arm and his cyc-sight, and is left,
rhaimcd and helpless, with destitute
family, which, by the loss of that arm, is
deprived of its means of support. After
languishing six months, he applied to the
President for rclief-and received from
the man who rolls in wealth and rcvels
in Injuries, the liberal, generous, grateful
donation cI TWENTY DOLLARS
Alb. Journal.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

"Amen" from so vast y conc0hrse, the deep pathos
will, which i, fell from The lips Of all, opened The
fountain Of many a heat, and caused many
mani, che, to be moisiened with tears.
4 subscription was Instantly taken up for the
benefit of the family, aud we are happy TO say,
that over $1,000 was contributed on the spot.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

We are indebted to the polite attention
of one of our delegates, for the following
letter, which came to hand one day too
late for ouI last paper. 1t will, however,
be read with interest now, and we take
the liberty of giving it to our readers.
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S'r@W BC0N s.

HN " T. subscriber, having the p'sssn>
~ week added several hundred vols. Of
books to his stock, and expecting monthly
extensive supplies, embracing most OF the
Pahabie Worhs published IN the country
hopes TO make his store worthy tho attsn.
ton OF his friends and the public. Msr-
chants and Others may rest assured they
can purchase during the present Gerry iOb
price of Books much to their interest.
Il large assortment OF every variety of
Paper, Letter and Foolscap paper. ruled
and plain, rery cheap
Stationary IF all kinds School and
Chiidrens' Books, an extensive sssort,
ment. a few copies OF Burrs life, and
times Of Harrison,
ID, A BRAMAN.
May II, 1870,
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From the Albany Evening Journal.
Burlin gton, May 7, 1910.

From the Albany Evening Journal.
Wig Victory IN the Copital ofMe En-
pne State The Wig banner floats
triumphantly IN every Wad!H
The Wings Of Albany have gone lriumphantly
through with their charter election. The Capitol
Of the Empire Stare stands proudly EJECT. THERE
is WING MAJORITY FOR ALDLRMEN IN
EVERY WARDIN THE CITY Livery ward in
the city has increased its Wing ma jorlv since the
last charter election. We have carried the city bv
one hundl ed more majority than We had in the
spring ollS39.
THIS is great triumph. The Old Regency
made their last, expiring effort. They knew and
felt that unless they coulI make show Of strength
here--once the seat Of their power--h here, where
they once had everv Thing their own way-Ihat
all was over with Van Buren,. This, too, was the
The GROWING spring election. The "lasl gun
was TO he fired here. They II creiore brought cv-
cry influence to bear. Bu it was an imroient eff.
lort-an unavailing struggle. The indomable
Wing party. without organization. bot in high
spirit and enthusiasm, rushed to the polls and sc.
cured victory worthy Of themselves, The city and
their cause.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

VIRcINIA.-A few additional returns Of
votes a received which, only 90 to swell
the whig majority. There is no mistake
about Nirgnia-cithcr now, Grin Novem-
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NJ a II X l T. -

In Cambridge, b. the Rev. y. Warren, Mr. Amo,
Hobart, OF Wcstlord, to Miss Clarri>sa o. Falling
ton, ofC.
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STATE or TERAIC.NT. }

DISTRICT OF GRAND lie, SIS {
at q Probate Court holden at North
Hero, within and for said Dlstric, afore-
said on the 9Th day of May. A. ID. 1910.
Present the Hon. Joe! A len, Judge.
An lnstrumen, purporling TO be the last
VIII and Tesiamen, Of Isaac Martin,
late Of South Hero, IN sald district. de.
ceased, being presented by Abner b.
Landon the executor therein named for
Probate.
WHEREFORE It is ordered by said
H. court. TINT all persons concerned
therein be notified to appear at session
OF sad Court, to be holden at the dwelling
house Of Jed. p. Ladd, in North Hero, IN
SAID District on the first day of June. A.
ID. 1910, al one O'Clock IN the afternoon
and shew cause lfany they may have O. ainst
the probate of sad will, for which purpose
II ID further ordered thai copy Of The rec
ord Of this order be published three weeks
excessively in the Free Press, news pa.
per printed at Burlington, in the county
OF Cbi,lenden. as soon as may be. A true
copy Of record.
Attest AUGUSTUS KNIGHT,
REGISTER.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

The Anniversary Of the Seige of Fort
Meigs was celebrated with great pomp at
New ori, on the Sth inst. More than
ten thousand persons participated in the
festivities. Gen. ScoTT, in reply to an
invitation to attend, returned the follow
ing patriotic note.
New.YoIk, May 7, 1910.
Dear Sr.-I have tie honor TO receive YOUR
invitation 10 lie present tomorrow at the 27th
anniversary Of Gen. llarrison's victory over the
combined British and Indian forces at Fort Meigs
should he very happy to be with you on tie pa
rior,c occasion, having been myself soldier. in
u distant Iied, in the same war, and having, from
an early day always stood in the Relate Of Il
friend to the distinguished General whose deeds
you propose 10 celebrate. But am under orders
for special duty which will compel me to leave
the CITY this evening.
Please make my apology, with my compliments.
acceptable TO the commitree OF which you are
Chairman, and believe me, with high respect and
esteem. Your obcdienr servant,
WINFIELD SCOTT.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

Can the Sentinel inform us who is the
Irregular" candidate for Vice President.
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SPECIAL ELECTION rM BEDFORD

THROUGH the kindness of friend to whom we
are indebted for the information, we arc enah to
give the gratifying intelligence tina, Major Wash
alaugh, the Wing candidate in Bedford county,
TO I'LL the vacancy occasionally the expulsion of
Colonel McElwec, has been elected hy about
seven hundred majority, over his radical conpc-
titor Mr.. William Mcdonald Col. McEwec was
elected last year, hy ma iority Of nearly three
hundred. This then, is an actual Wing gain in
one small county, and the most democratic in the
state Of nearly One Thousand. The result ofthi>
election Is IA decided Indication Of the strength of
Gen. HARRISON in the keystone State, and de-
monstra'e> that we shall carry 1t by 20,000.-Phi.
iudelphia GaeeHe.
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ID I l. u

In this town on Saturday last, Of Canlcr Rash,
Levi Z. son Of VIM. r. Villas, aged II months.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

Selling off at Cost, and belov.
THE stock Of GOODS, consisting OF n foil
and general assortment, belonging to the
late firm Of II. Hyde & Co. is offered for
sale at their Store, head of Pearl. street.
Merchants s. T.lTERN-KEEPERSa are
invited to call, under the assurance that
better bargains may now be obtained, than
has heretofore been offered in the State.
II. HYDE,
Agent for the late irm Of II. HYDE & Co.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1840-05-15

MIR. RuGGLEs, U. S. Senator from
Maine, has renowned Van Burcnism and
quit the administration. More coming.
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DISSOLUTION.

'ENllE firm Of H. Hyde & Co., is this
IL day dissolved by mutual conscnt.--
The undersigned. II. Hyde, will remain at
the Store, as ngen, for the lole firm, to
dispose of the stock of goods on hand, to
settle and adjust the CLAIMS due to and from
and generally to wind up it's af.
tars. All persons lndc b,ed, will please to
take notice tina, immediate settlement and
payment Is expected.
II. HYDE.
HARRY BRADLEY.
JOHN BRADLEY.
Burlington, May 70, 1870.