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The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
ron THE ILLINO1s FREE TrAnER.
I.a Sale Celebration ofgt. lsatricis's Ess

Agreeably to the arrangements made
for the proper celebration of Irelands fes-
tival, the Irishmen and citizens Of this
place assembled in the morning and formed
a procession. In front was borne the
standard of the Holy Cross Association
in the centre of the line the flag of liberty
was un(urled to the brceze--and towards
the rear was seen the Harp, oncircled
with shamrocks. A fine band Of music
was in attendance and added much to the
celebration. The procession terminated
at the Cathoick Chapel, where an eloquent
discourse on the life and virtues of St.
Patrick was delivered by Rev. ]. b.
RAHo. After the religious ceremonies
had been performed the people returned
in the following order: LIST. Holy Cross
Association, instituted in this place for
charitable purposes 2nd. Temperance
Association 3rd. the citizens and others
assembled to witness the celebration.
The two associations were distinguished
by appropriate badges. In the evening a
large company assembled to partake of a
sumptuous supper prepared for the occa-
sion. The feast of appetite was enlivend
by Sparkling wit and levity of SOUL
sentiment and song flowed around the
smiling board - the rich heart strings
loosed their hold of the present and clune
: to the past, which, on such occasions
must swell up in every bosom. J. B
: Byone and M. Kennedy, Esqrs. presided
at the feast, and Daniel Sullivan acted a.
: secretary. The following were the regu
. lar toasts:
!. The day zoe celebrate.
.. Civil and religious Hbeny-Man
, birthrght.
J 3. Teian8--
"Morc dear in thy sorrow, thy gloom and tn
showers,
Than the rest of the world in their sunnc,
hours"
4. America--May her eagles higf
be ever upwards.
!. 5. Robert Emmef--'Ihc Inflated so
Of an Inflated land.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
EourtI, Of March at isoafOu.

1t appears by the following article from the
DustonPost, that the Wings ofthai city made con-
siderable preparations to honor the ever memo
rablc 4th of March, lS4l:
The fourth instant being the day when
the Wings will take the rens of govern
ment for a season, It's not TO be wondered
at that such day should come off honor
ed in brilliant manner. Soon as Chap
mans rooster, with his
LOFTY and shrl sounding notes
Awakes the god of day."
Mercury will be despatched with orders
to oil up the poles, and give an extra We
locity to the earth; the sky will be color
ed up with the best of vcrmiion, lake, and
carminc, and the clouds tipped with gol-
den fire, will cause the morn to shine
forth with unprecedented splcndor. The
sun will wash his face, comb his curly
hair, and look with uncommon brightness
on that eventful morn; and we understand
extensive arrangements are being made 10
scour up the moon to most brilliant
lustrc, so that the evening will glow with
noon-day brightness. Our goodly city
determined not to be outdone by hcr
neighbors--wil leave nothing untouched,
or slightly handled. A procession will
be formed in front of the Alias Office, al
6 o'clock, p. IN. and will move under .
salute of one hundred mir guns by the sur.
viving members Of TIE HARTFORD Coz.
vENTIoN. They will march through the
principal streets and avenues Of the city
to the old Chocolate Mill' in Endicot
street, Which will be most gorgeously
decorated with banners, five-stripcd flags
etc. Cotillons will then be iormed-ant
one and all-old and young--rich ant
gay, will join III the May dance; spec
ches will be made--songs will be sung
cider barrels will be tapped-champagnt
uncorked--and all will laugh and be mNr
ry; even the Editor of the Atlas and thu
''court clerk will shorten their phizcs
relax their stern, diguiiied muscles, and
like Mlton's devil,
Grin horribly n chastity smile"
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
Sicamcr In SnllC.

We call the attention of the travelling public
and the business men of this place and vicinity,
TO the advertisement OF the steamer La Sale,
which will be found in io-day's paper. The boat
was built last winter at st. Louis, by Mcssrs
Dickinson & Clark, and is represented as being
the most expeditions and comfortable boat now
engaged in the Illinois trade. The cntcrprisine
proprietors deserve great credit, well as the
patronage Of the public, for their laudablo exer-
tons in behalf of the travelling and commercial
part of the community.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

of the State, mistaken, and entirely igno-
rant of the tue meaning of the laws passed
by the Legislature for the payment ofinlerest &c.l
What adequate means have been provided for the
payment of the July interest on the Canal deh ?
Can the Register inform the people! Why did
not the editor give his reasons why an extra ses-
sion should not be convened, and thereby satisfy
the people at home and abroad that the dearest
interests of the citizens of this State are not in
danger of being forever ruined and disgraced
The remarks of the Register relative to an extra
session, as well its contemplate efforts to
screen certain political dcuagosues from just
retribution at the hands Of their constituents, are
certainly uncallcd for at this time, and the editor,
ifn possession Of the least particle Of discernmcn,
should know il. His friends, who act with him
on political matters have sufficient reason to APP
prehend that he himself is not altogether
stranger to the intrigue bargain and sale trans
actions Of portion Of the members ofthc lcgisla-
turc, which were the principal cause of the pres
cnt gloomy sospcct of affairs, and which have
plunged the State in the deepest difficulty, worthy
only of those whose madness has not only
ruined themselves, but cast stigma upon their
species.
If the Register supposcs an extra session un-
necessary, and advocates the same; and is also Of
opinion that the legislature which has just adj
journcd, is blamcles3 in large portion of its pro-
ceeding5 he is perfectly welcome to defend it and
gather all the roses he can from this bower; but,
good friend, beware of the thorns and thistlcs
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

AT the largest meeting ever convened
in this part of the state, held pursuant to
notice at the Canal Office in Lock port on
Thursday the 18th inst. for the purpose
of taking into consideration the disastrous
situation of business consequent upon a
loss of our state credit, Capt. j. Naper
of Dupage, was chosen President, DR..
Richard Murphy of Lake and Hart l.
Stewart, Esq. of Will were chosen Vice
Presidents, and Col. John Wentw orth Of
Cook was chosen Secretary.
The object of the meeting having beer
explained and several spirited addresse.
made by different individuals. The fol-
lowing committee was appointed to repor
resolutions expressive Of the sense of thu
meeting, viz: E. Z. Bush Of Will, f. s
Prescott Of Cook, B, Il. Hunt of Kane
l.. p. Sanger of Lasalle, ]. Rowley D
Will, A. w. Bowen Of Will, l.. G. But
Her Of Dupage.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
"i'hrcc Cheers for the BLOOD -

We understand that DANIEL +. WEBSTER, Esq.
of Peru, in this county-son Of the Godlikc
Daniel" of Hartford Convention memory, has
daddy" The appointment is doubtless good
one and the individual selected is well qualified
for the station, as the duties are chiefly confined
TO iranscribing old papers, reading letters, and
smoking scgars. We have only one objection
to the appointment which is, the loss the Prairie
State has sustainedby the removal ofthis "bloodcd
animal" from our soil.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

Tag'an y. s S.nator.-'rhe Richmond En-
ID Senator OF the U. :, in place of Mr. Rhonc,
took place yesterday in the General Assembly.
The Hall of the House Of Delegates was crowded
ON the floor aad in the galleries. The order of
the day was called up at l2 clock, and the whole
scene continued till O'Clock, when Mr.. VIM. S.
Archer, of Amelia, was declared to he elected
by majority of one. There was much speaking
in the IIousc-several speakers were called forth
in tue Sonatc-an intense excitement prevailed,
but great order in the proceedings. Mr.. Archer
/, said to be States Right Whig-Anti-Bank
nG-Tauf-Anti-Interna mpgoyomcnt-Anti-
Distributions, OF this time, &c, &c."
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

There is no necessity for a called session of
the Illinois Legislature" --Siate Register.
Mr.. Register, how do you arrive al that conclu-
aioni Strange, that your sagacious mind aud
profound intellect can penetrate the mist that
now envelopes the financial ailairs Of this State,
and arrive at so grave and important conclusion!
We are surprised at the industry Of our friend,
for we little suspected that he would, at this late
day, cast or his idle and indifferent propensites
and beiake himself TO study for the purpose o.
enlightening the people Of this State on subject
which every man, who is not actua,ed by selfish
designs, or aimuiatedby means foreign to the hui
man system Is perfectly satisfied is necessary tc
sustain the remnant Of State credit left, which
has proyidsntly escaped tho destructive measures
Of those Of whom the Register constitutes an i'm
portant part and parcel.
an extra session is unnecessary, why does mo-
tLs editor Of the Register adduce some evidence
to sustain his position. and show that those who
have assembled in mass meetings and adopted
resolutions recommending an extra session Of the
egslaturs Tor The purpose cf sustaining the credit
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

The Philadelphia Spirit of the Times, of the
10Th INST says: 1t is said that the new cabinet,
on Friday last, resolved upon the call of an extra
session Of Congress in May next The "wherc-
FORE is not yet diyuIged.'
Should the above be well founded and we see
no reason to doubt it, the question then is, shall
Illinois be fully represented in the new Cons rcssl
If SO, an extra session of the legislature should
Immediately he convened in order that the cleo
ton Of Congressman may take place before Au-
gust next.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

6. George Uashingfon-Le silence
speak his praise.
z. Daniel OComaeH-The agitator OF
repeal. the enemy of oppression, and the
friend of the people.
8. Thomas MOOre-Erin's favorite
bard-the child of Poesy and of song.
9. The LadieS-Roses that adorn our
path through life, but roses set in thorns.
Among the volunteer toasts were the
following:
The Illinois and Michigan Canal
Let its friends remember that the greatest
darkness precedes daylight.
To her that each loueS BEST
Drink We to her that each loves hest,
And if you nurse a flame
That's told hut TO her mutual breast
We will not ask her name"
Tishmen IN .2mericd.-May America
native sons he proved as faithful in the
day Of trial as the children of her adop-
ton.
ReC. r. Nathe~. - The Apostle Of
Tempcrauce--the friend of man.
Oar absent ,tricad8.-
"Wheneycr YOU welcome the hour
That awakcns the night song of mirth IN your
Then think of the friend who once welcomed
it too,
And forget his own g.iefs to be happy with you.'
.4merica.-May the fire she has lighted
on the altar of liberty never be eAtin-
guished.
Uoman.-The lily without a blcmish,
aud the rose without thorn.
The utmost chcerfulncss and harmony
prcyalled-it was indeed feast of soul.
where a man of feeling would love TO
luxuriale. No Intoxicating liquors were
admitted, and the consequence was, that
the assemblage was entirely free from
those discussions and quawels but too
frequent on such occasions. This is one
of the beneficial results of the Temperance
Association lately established in this
place. The promotion Of peace and
unanimity is always a deSideratu1a and
this object has been fully attained by the
sanction of religion being given to the
temperance cause. The pledge to alb
stain from Intoxicating liquors has beer
taken in the most solemn manner by i
great portion Of the Irish community or
the line Of Canal, and by none more will
lmgly or more generally than those of Ia
Sale, The friend of humanity must ever
regard with pleasure the onward march ot
moral reform, and nowhere Can it be bet
ter Witnessed than among the sons O
Erin, whether in the home Of their fathers
or the land of the stranger. X. Y.
La Sale. March goth, lS4l.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
~. pafrick's Day.

We were obliged last week, for the want Of
room, 10 defer noticing the parade of the sons OF
the 4" Ecmerald Isle on the nth inst, in COM
memoration of the Great Primate Apostle of Ire
land--a man, whom, above all others, the Irish ma
ii.n delight to honor.
The procession was formed about noon, which
numbered probably near two hundred. Suitable
music was in attendance and headed the process
sion, as also beautiful flag of green canvass, on
which were represented the immortalSaint as large
as life and the beloved Washington, "who was
first in war, first in peace and first in the hearts
of his countrymcn.'
The procession was creditabIe to those who arc
natives of the "Grocn Isle" and participated in
the celebration. Good order~preyailcd, and a
audablc pride was manifested, worthy the day and
the man, whose life and acts will ever inspire his
worthy followers with heartfelt gratitude.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
The &nnganro .gournni.

The poor, lame, and pitiable course Of this jour
nal in attempting to make political capital out Of
the present cmhanassmcnts Of the State, without
having the courage TO express an opinion either
for or against the remedies proposed for relief
from present difficulties is in perfect character
with that print. The fact is, both political cdi-
tors at Springfield have more interest in the Office
of estate Printer than they have in the triumph
Of either party on correct principles, or the gene
raj welfare and prosperity Of the State.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
Clerk the supreme Court.

The appointment of Mr. PCuI as Clerk Of the
Supreme Court has bccD matter of much surprise
to all. and not less Of condemnation. Of all men,
he was the last man thought Of for that post 1t
is known that previous TO the adjournment OF the
Supreme Court it was generally understood that
the old clerk would he permitted to retain his
Office at least for the present. II is true, i, was
al first rumored that pledges had been made to an
unavailable candidate for another office, on condi-
ton that he would withdraw; but as no new
Clerk had been announced when the Supreme
Court adjourned, the rumor was believed to be
unioundcd. But no sooner had the old judges
gone to their homes than--not, indeed the aforc-
said unarndJh--but Mr.. PICK comes forward to
take possession Of the office, by virtue Of an ap-
pointmeni from the five new Judges, given with
out the privity consent Of the other four Judges
II is very true, the FIVE were majority, and could
appoint whomsocyer they pleased, with or with.
out the concurrence Of the other four, but why
this concealmcntl
II will be rccollccted that, in the earlier part
the recent session Of the Legislature, while III,
judiciary Bill was under consideration in the So
nate, the general impression was that Mr.. Peel
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
THE ILLINOIS FREE TRADER.

would vote against it in the House, and he on Sc
ycral occasions publicly expressed his opposition
long after the bill was brought before the House
Mr.. Peck became one of its advocates, and voted
for it on every occasion until its final passage
when his single vote would have been sufficient
to defeat it, How was this sudden conversion
brought about The surreptitous appointment
of Mr.. p. to the CleTkship by the new judges GER
taiuly leaves room for not very complimentary
zurrnisps
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

Tie Learned Bilcismih.-Nlr. Durritt, the
learned Blacksmith, as we learn from the North
ampton Courier, recently delivered lecture be-
fore the 1yceum, which for literary beauty and
performance astonished all who heard him.
Says the Republican, of that place, his subject
glowed and sparkled on his anvil. Mr.. Burtt is
about 3 years of age, of modest, preposscssing
manners and appearance. He still continues his
manual labor daily. and the study of foreign Ian
guagcs. He has already become master Of more
than fifty languages
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
From the Globe.
To MARTIN VAN BUREN.

rx.PREsIDEST OF THE UNITED STATES.
Thou art going, star Of honor,
Yet we watch thy setting ray,
That with calm departing glory
Bids us hail q brighter day.
For the mists that now cnshroud thee
Shall pass as clouds away,
And leave thee in thy brightness
To guide our onward way.
Thou art going-frec from care
In thy own green fields 10 roam,
To breathe the balmy air,
Mid thepure delights of home.
Thou art going-from the lofty hall,
The high exalted place,
Where thy country proudly set thee,
And which none can better grace;
But true hearts shall go with thee,
And bright eyes weep the hour,
That Democracy's fair spirit bends
Before the tempest's power
Yet the chaplet shall not wither,
She deem'd thy honored due,
When shc proudly brought thee hithcr
Her champion, tried and true.
Thou who in court and cabinet
Her rights would still defend
Her voice shall, get recall thee :
And erah the peoples friendI
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
Ottawa, ILL.,, Friday, March %, lS4l,
nrsETH b. TARWEIL. EsQ. d nulhor.
JUSTICE AND EQUALITY. -

0fSETH b. FARWELL, ESQ, is author
lied to act as agent for this paper. Those OF our
subscribers who reside in this Judicial Circuit and
are in arrears, can see Mr.. i. at the different
voun'y soats during count, and vve hope they viii
not neglect to call on him and receive receipts OF
him, which he is authorised to give.
N. B. We are also ready at all times, to receipt
for those of our subscribers who reside in this
vicinity. Remember mere Numbers finish
this Volume, and we wish 10 commence the next
with number Of new subscribers and with few
old ones in arrears.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

Ingenious Lrcation.-A simple and ingenious
continuance for raising water has lately been in
vented in England, which is exceedingly useful
in draining lands. 1t is merely wollen belt,
being under water, carrying the fluid to the other
roller, where its contents are discharged by pres
sure, into receiving pipes. The machine may be
worked at velocity of 1910 feet minute,
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

Gooan0r IF PennyNrania-rhc Democratic
the ith inst, unanimously nominated Governor
Porter for reelection. The wings nominate a
candidate on the 10th, which will probably fall on
John Banks, of Borts county. The people of
the "Keystone" will then have an opportunity of
choosing between the merits Of Bu,ks and Porter.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

Ne,D York Census.--The nrmhor of white por-
sons in the State of New York by the late census,
ia 2,3Sl ,5l4-numbcr of colored persons IS 90
total population 2,429,476. The number Of
deaf, dumb blind and insane persons, is 4,349.
1t is rather singular fact, that the number of
females, exceeds that Of the males between Is and
20 years of age, at all other ages up to GO, the
males are most numerous.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

WELLERIsMs.-"It takes me- as the
burglar said when the officer showed him
a warrant.
81 am safe" as the empty vaults of the
banks said when resumption day came.
II now beg leave to report" as the ca
non said to itself.
'It's little you'll get" as the loafer said
when pick-pocket thrust his hand into
the hole in his coat.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
TO Royal Arch NIasons.

A LII Companions Of this degree are
IN requested to meet a, the Mansion
House, in Ottawa, on the 18th day Of
May, AL. 5S4l. As important business
to the craft will come before them, a gem
eral attendance is desired.
March 5, AID. ls4l. M
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26


After an adjournment of an hour. the
committee reported the following resolu-
tons.
Resolved, as the sense of this meeting
that paramount 10 every other considera-
ton is the preservation Of The credit of
The State That involved with it is not
only the Canal, but the entire property of
the state, together with the money actually
IN their pockets, and with it, a total deS-
PAR OF emerging from this disastrous con-
u''iof OF things for many years to come.
Resolved, that this meeting recommend
to .he Governof of this state TO make use
OF any means at his disposal for the pay
ment OF the interest on our bonds falling
due in July next, Vhether rarranted bv
The strict letter Of the Ia,c or not.
Resolved, That, as the Legislature have
failed to provide the ways and means of
sustaining our credit. by emitting to pass
adequate revenue laws and by refusing to
make provision for the interest on canal
bonds, this meeting further recommend to
the Governor TO reassemble the legislature
at as early a day as practicable.
Resolved, That this meeting recon-
mend to the good people of this state,
without distinction Of party, to hold pri-
mary meetings and choose delegates TO at
tend state convention to be held at Poo
ria on the second Monday in April next.
or on the irst day Of the meeting of the
Legislature if convened sooner, to make an
expression of the people in regard TO the
extension of our credit sufficiently to com
plcte the canal and such works of internal
Improvement as arc nearly completed, and
of their willingness to pay tax sufficient
at all times to meet the interest on our
state debt.
Resolved, That TO accomplish, in as
speedy manner as possible, the objects
contemplated in the foregoing resolutions.
the united and concentrated action of the
whole state is demanded and should be
resoIutely and speedily had.
Resolved, That committee of nine be
appointed by the President 10 write and
circulate an address through every county
in the state, setting forth the prominent
reasons and in fact the imperous nccessi-
ty for the Governors Immediately copyt-
ing the legislature.
Resolved. That committee of five be
appointed to correspond with other coun-
ties, and recommend them to call precinct
and county meetings to express their OPT
Mon on all the subjects in the above reso-
lutions.
Resolved, That the proceedings of this
meeting be signed by the proper officers,
published in all the northern papers, and
a copy thereof sent to the Governor and
each member Of the legislature.
The president then appointed w. b.
Ogden, A. W. Bowen, f. S. Prescott, y.
l.. Gregg, J. Butterield, VIM. Osborn and
]. Wentworth the committee to prepare
an address and memorabilia tee Governor
to call the legislature together, and, on,
motion, the president of the meeting was
added to the committee.
The president also appointed G. DWis,
Nathan Allen, John L. Wilson, M. E.
HOLSTER, and G.. B. Dodson, the CORE
spending committee.
J. NAPIER, President
r. MURPHY,
II. L. STEWART.
Vice Presidents.
| !. WENTWORTH, Secretary.
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26
J. WENTWORTH, Secretary.

A Coop REToRr.-A dandy who waE-
ted the milk passed to him at one of our
tavcrns, thus asked for it: Landlady.
please hand your c0'c down this way
70 whom the lady thus retored: waiter,
take this co'c down where the caIfis blce-
tingr
The Illinois free trader. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1840-1841, 1841-03-26

LfOu7 subscribers al Quincy are respectfully
Informed that the "Free Trader" is regularly
mailed at this place, and we are fully convinced
that the Post Master here sends them on immc-
diatciy. Should further cause of complaint exist,
we may notice the management of several Offices
on the route, Of which complaints arc not unfrc-
quently heard.