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, 1842-08-20

CoNGREss.-ln the Senate on the
Sd a report vas presented showing
the amount ofexpendi;ureS iorc!aims,
since 1855. Hereafter the Secreta,
ry OF the Treasury is required 10
furnish the amount Of expenditures.
The following are the returns for SIX
years past. The amount paid. &C
cording to tie official report, is as
, 1842-08-20

NEoRE OF THE lNulANs.--We learn
that on Monday evening last, about
9 O'Clock, the Indians attacked .
dwelling a few miles from Complain
bic. fred into the house, killing one
man and wounding two Others. H.
formation was immediately communi-
Gated 10 the camp, and a detachment
Of thirty men were sent in pursuit.
We have not heard of their return.
We presume. rs usual, the Indians
cannot he found. A day oriwo since.
4 tray '"r between Monticello and
Madison. -. - grow discharged at
him by az Indian, supposed 10 be 4
spy upon the settlements. There is
Il rumor also 10 town Of Il depreciation
having been recently committed in
Gadsden county, FtorIdian.
, 1842-08-20

Russia. Dreadful fire. st. Peter,
burg. June ODD. Ga the 2lst inst.
a dreadful fire destroyed the salt
works OF Novo-UsoIsky in the gov
eminent of Perrin, the property of the
Stroganof family. The connagra-
ton spread to the extent of l ID
versts, and lasted three DAYS. Be-
sides the salt works. with its immense
provisions, from 1000 to 5000 inhab-
tied houses connected with the manu-
factory, a large church, and numer-
Gus products of nature, have become
the prey of the fames.-Prussian
Stale Gazette.
london Coax EXCHANGE. July Is.
= o''nr'tinn in the duties on for
: ar On wheat.
bdaiey and peas. each having declined
Is per qr. and on rye, which has ad-
vanced Is per or.
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MONEY MATTERS IN BALTIMORE.

The public mind in Baltimore seems to be
much excited on the subject of the currency,
and fears are entertained that, unless some re-
lief be Afforded something disastrous may
spring out of it. This is one among the mum
berless evidences of the necessity Of immediate
action, on the part of Congress, with reference
to the monetary concerns Of the country, and II
requires no prophet TO predict that, unless the
Exchequer bill, or something in its stead, be
speedily passed, the popular feeling will be
manifested In way not 10 be mlsunde rstood.
Whilst we most earnestly call the attention OF
our lawmakers TO this important subject and
beg of them to give il the consideration which
il Justly demands, we must be permitted to ex-
press hope that no scenes of violence on the
part Of the people will be suffered to disturb the
peace of the nation. Tie condition of the cur
rency is truly deporable one, but il should be
borne in mind by every good citizen, that popu-
lar outbreaks, so far from mending matters, will
only make them infinitely worse. Let the de-
termination of all be to bear and forbear and
let every attempt on the part of selfish and
wicked aglators be frowned down by an indig-
nant community. A friend tells us that the
Banks in Baltimore resumed specie payments
on IS and $40 bills on Saturday last, but with
view to their own safety those institution had,
as was anticipated, curtailed their circulation to
the utmost
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THE TEMPERANCE MEETING AT THE
CAPITOL

We took occasion to step in on Monday evening
last at the meeting held at the Capitol in behalf of
temperance, by the friends Of the cause. The
assemblage was large, although not SO much so
as we had anticipated, and seemed to listen with
deep attention to the Hon. T F Marshall, whose
fine oratorlcal powers were put in requisiton in
behalf Of topic worthy of the fame Of the gift
ed speaker. One Of the prominent objects Of
the crater appeared to be to enlist in favor Of
temperance the cooperation, not only OF those
who had been victims 10 the degrading vice of
drunkenness, but those also whose good fortune
il has been never to have INDUCED TO excess.
Never was there a theme better calculated 10
warm the heart and call forth the intellectual
powers Of its advocates than the subject Of tenn
perance and heartless, indeed, must be the
man whose feelings would not experience a
glow Of gratitude in beholding the widespread
blessings which the great moral revolution now
in progress promises TO effect in the condition
Of the human race. Confined TO no particular
climate nor region, the dawning Of the era OF re-
generation is beginning TO shed its light alike
on all, and promises TO introduce peace, plenty,
and contentment TO hundreds an thousands Of
6resides, long rendered fororn and desoate by
the prevalence of vice aud selfdegrada,ion.
There are those who are constitu,ionally tenn
perate, and TO whom the intoxicating bowl Of
fers no allurements. To such the evils Of in
temperance are only known as matters of spec
ulation but, whilst they enjoy the benefits of
sobrety, these persons are deprived Of the honor
that attaches TO such Of their fellow beings as
can successfully struggle against the inroads Of
propenslies which, if INDUCED must involve
them in disgrace and ruin. To Mr.. NJ. infinite
honor is due for the zeal with which he has
stood forth as the champion of moral regenera
ton, and we doubt not that, however brilliant
may be his career as statesman, he will reap
more real satisfaction from his labors as the ad-
vocae Of suffering humanity, than from all the
honors that political distinction can bestow
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THE WING PRESS DIVIDED.

1t cannot have escaped the observation Of the
general reader that while there are presses in
81. Louis, Nashville, Natchez, New Orleans,
Mobile Richmond, Washington, New York,
and Boston, devoted to the interests of Mr..
Clay, and utterly reckless in their unmeasured
abuse of the Administration, there are at the
same time, in most Of the above named cities,
and certainly in all the others in the Union, as
weas throughout the country generally, mode
rate and rational Wing presses that are dis
posed to decide for or against the Admins
taton on the merits Of its measures. This is
Just and proper. Such presses evince that,
however much they may have been, or still are,
attached to Caesar, they love their country more.
This too, we are gratifed to see, is in a measure
the case with the Democratic press. And this
state Of things will inevitably bring the PEOPLE
to look and judge for themselves. And this is
all the Administration asks. As for the torrents
Of abuse heaped upon the President, the Cabi-
net, and this paper they cannot produce any re-
gets or malice with the one or the other. They
have done no injury to either-on the contrary,
hey may have prevented injury being done
fhe irreconcilable utras of all parties are
ktomn The measures of the Administration
oe'ng moderate and conciliatory, the temperate
men Of the country will, in the end, be ar
fayed In its support. The factions of violent
pattlsans, who prefer men to measures, will be
affayed against it, 'Nous perrons."
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rally pursued on their part Would II not
be to allay all spicon and prevent preparation,
so that whenever the time for striking the blow
shall arrive it may be inflicted with the greatest
effect. We have no disposition to doubt the
sincerity of the British Ministry, but we know,
from experience, that when that Government IN
tends to do any thing, its agents are not so weak
as TO trumpet forth its intentions, and thus coun-
teract It's movements. Again, it is the po-
hey OF Great Britain to maintain the appear
ance OF desire TO continue her friendly rela-
tons with this country, in order TO place US, II
possible, on the offensive, and thus have pre-
tence Tor any attack that she may mediate
With view TO effect this, the first thing to be
done would be to employ as diplomatic agents,
men whose connections with this country are
such as TO produce an impression that their
leaning will be in our favor Mr.. Featherstone-
haugh was of this description, and so is Lord
Ashburton; but whatsoever may be the personal
partlalitles OF these gentlemen, their political
obligations are all known to be strongly against
US, as was evidenced by the report oflhe former
in the question of the North Eastern Boundary.
Now when matters stand thus, is it not wise,
while we hope for the best, to be prepared for
the worst and without counting difficulties, to
place the country in such posture as to render
them comparatively harmless2 We have al
ways been prone, as a nation TO put off the evil
day OF expense, and have thus, in more instan-
ces than one, been forced eventually to incur
burdens which, had little forecast been exer-
cised, would have been, TO great extent, avoid
ed. The English are a brave people, and oar
like people, but they are also a prudent people,
and are most apt TO strike when hey think the
blow may be given with the least probability of
its being effectually returned. We seldom see
men quarrel when each knows that the other is
ready to fight, and of all peace makers that we
have ever known, perfect preparation for battle
IS the best, among nations as well as individu-
Let Lord Ashburton be met in spirit of frank
ness and Cancellation, and let every thing be
done, as we doubt not will be the case, TO effect
an accommodation of difficulties, that honor
may sanction, but, al the same time, let Con-
gress take its measures, and make its appropria-
tons, with view to every contingency Let
the British Mail Steamers, when they visit our
coast, find that we also are acquainted with that
branch of naval architecture, and that the length
of our rivers, and extent Of our coast, furnish pc
cuiiar facilities TO the transportation Of pas
sengers and property by steam. In a word,
let US be we should always be, ready for war,
and then, and then only shall we be enabled 10
secure an honorable and permanent peace.
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board the Patrick Henry cannot be considered as at
thorzed by the great body of shipmasters That az
semblage was composed, as am informed By per
son present Of but twentyhree persons, all told -
the number Of captains in New York, at the present
moment, small 7 No one will believe it, And
then we ask why there more present Is itnot
fair TO infer that many absenied themselves because
they were unriendly to the views, for the pomuig
ton OF which, the meeting was assembled under
any circumstances, can meeting, composed OF mercy
iwenty-hree members Of very numerous profession,
be regarded in any other light than caucus, packed
to subserve certain narrow interests and PAndei 70
certain Irejudices At leas, in all of meetings
so thlnly attended, suspicion that such is Their cha
racter Is considered jusiifable Can the opinions
Promuged by such meeting be considered as The ex-
preston of the sentiments of the profession which II
assumes to represent None think.
When public opinion misrepiesented, ii is a
duty of any acquainted with the fact TO make it
public, thai neither Congress, the people at dis
lance, may be deluded by the Misrepresentation -
From this motive this communication originated
An OLD MERCHANT.
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standing the urgent solicitations of the Execu
tive that some disposition be made of the fiscal
scheme presented by the President to the con
sderation of that body. With such facts as
these staring us in the face, how can any neg
lect of duty be alleged against the Executive
Department or what occasion is there for act
ing on the deiensve7 So far from appearing
in the attitude of suppliant, asking for terms,
the Administration points fealessly TO what il
has done. and is willing TO do, if permitted, and
asks the people to judge it by its measures.
Let Congress do the same, and we shall see
how far that body can answer to generous and
confding, but an abused country, for time mis-
spent and an entire disregard Of the wants OF
the people.
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FOR THE MADlsoNIAN.
THE PILOT LAW.

Mr.. Editor Some time since you kindly conceded
TO small space in your columns for the ex posi-.
ton of my views on subject in which then told
you felt much interest. From the relations which
had been formed with Pilots in the discharge Of
professional duties, have naturally imbbed feeling
of fraternity for them. therefore am panied at the
establishment of any system of measures which tend
ed in any manner, to their interests and repress
their spirit of enterprise From personal circum-
stances my prepossessions have been enlisted in favor
Of the New York Pilo,s-and in consequence am
hostile to the law passed by Congress in 1897 for re-
gulatng Pilots
But though my opposition to this law was at
first prompted by feeling reflection upon lis character
has placed my hostility on higher grounds. One rea.
son gave you in my former communication that is
conceive it unconstitutional because it is an in
fiingement the rights of the States 1t gives con-
current Jurisdiction to the laws of one State within
the territories Of another While il is unconstitu-
ti,nal, believe it to be Also the same time, unjust
and unnecessary | do not purpose in this commune
cation to enter into discussion othcse points though
shall probably do So with your permission in subsc-
quent articles,
wish now merely to call attention to the efforts
which are made to manufacture public opinion on this
subject Of the Pilot law and to induce the belief that
the large mass OF shipmasers opposed 10 its re
peal This plan of intrigue has been pursued through
the whole agitation of the question. Sometime since
a memorial was sent to Congress, signed by one ma
in behalf ofthe whole body of shir-masers belonging
to the port Of New York Whether he was auth0-
rized SO TO do, not shown, and that he was rot,
have reason to know.
Again last week, as am informed, meeting was
convened on board Of The chip Patrick Henry, with
view to communicate 10 Congress the sentiments of
the alb masters, 10 opposition 10 the repeal OF the aw.
The inference deduced undeniabe by u any jour
mails it, that az the shl masters advocates oil the
law Of Congress, II ought not 10 he repealed. The
preuii,s being admitted, we might still d spue the
CORRECTNESS. Of The conclusion. But the prem ses are
n. true The opinions expressed BY the Getting, on
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VIE SPECIAL MISSION

Our friends oflhe National Intelligencer seem
to think that the mission Of Lord Ashburton to
this country is conclusive as to the peaceful dis
position of England, and preliminary TO a full
and entire settlement Of the difficulties now ex-
istng between the United States and Great
Britain. Such may be, and, we sincerely hope.
is, the case, but, as we remarked day or two
since, 1t may turn out otherwise. Suppose the
English Government to have determined on a
war, and to be awaiting the most favorable juno
ture for the commencement Of hostiliues. What,
In suchan event, would be the course most natu-
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BETTER PROSPECTS.

The dark clouds which have so long brooded
over US so full Of dismay and gloom, we trust,
are about to break away The night is fleeing !;
the morning cometh: brighter day is, ere
long, to dawn upon US. A national feel
ing, both patriotic and cheering is struggling
into birth. Men are beginning to realize the
necessity Of effort, and this united with re-
trenchment and economy, viii assuredy be
crowned with success An Americana home
interests now more justly cherished In al
most every part Of the land our citizens are
arousing in response TO the call to protect and
extend their industry; and when we begin
thus TO depend on ourselves, we have reason to
take courage. Our resources are ample-there
is bone and sinew enough among us, if il is
but once brought into full and fit action
The merchant, the manufacturer, the agrcul-
turist every class and section, need but to com
blne their energies and not even the derange-
ment OF our currency, our heavy State debts,
our hndered works of improvement nor any of
the causes that have seemed to threaten us with
irretrievable ruin, nee1 any longer dsmay u.s.
The National Executive is with us, as is seen
by his message recommending a sufficient re-
venue. to be raised by duty on foreign imports,
and this, too with suitable discrimination in
favor Of oar own industry.
Happily those discussions on the question,
how far duties on imports are necessary for our
protection alone, need not now be discussed
since it is well known that tariff, sufficient to
meet the expenses of Government will if indi
ciously laid, afford security against foreign i'm
portations, and not dsappoint the expectations
which have been excited by former Adminstra-
lions. An Exchequer plan, too, is proposed,
affording good if not an abundant currency,
with great commercial advantages In the ex-
animation of any plan of settled policy, we
must remember the contingency Of war, which
we pray may be long avoided, but will ever be
preferred TO national injustice or disgrace
We repeat, then, that there is a better pros
pect before US. Let each patriot come to the
rescue, and aid in the adoption of the recupera-
tive measures now proposed. Let none forget
that political asplrants are watching for perso
nal advantages, and would see the country suf
fer many years to come, rather than find bless
ngs flow from other hands than their own.
With true love of country, and spirit of
comfy and compromise, we trust that the pro-
posed measures Of relief will be sanctioned BY
decided ma ority.
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A GRAND CONCER l. OF VOCAL AND ~
IA STRUMEN rAL SACRED MUSIC, (st.
eced from the works OF Chapple and other ce,bratrd
authors,) under the direction of Mr. Jno L. Clr ILL.,
will take place on FRIDAY evening next The lllh
inst, at o'clock, in the street Prtsby tcrIan Chuch
near the Treasury Department
Persons friendly to the encouragement OF rcigiou,
and benevolent enterp ise are respectfully solicited to
attend as the Concert is for the benefit of the church
Single tickets 50 cent children half price Tickets
admitting gentleman and lady, IS cents and zen
Ieman and two ladies' 81 90. To be had at the drug
stores OF DR.. Patterson and Charles Stout al VIM
Fischer at the bar OF Fullers Hotel and at the door
of the church, on the evening Of the Concert
PROGRAMME OF EXERCISES.
PART FIRST.
|. The Lord Is King, and hath put on glorious n
pare
2. ~ wash my hands in innocency.
3, Hea ken unto NE
4. There is whose gentle aow
3. Sing unto the Lord
=. Who can express the noble acts ofCiJd
PART SECOND.
|. Thy name, 0 Lard how excellent
2. My soul tuly watch sui upon GyJ.
3. Snow US Thy mercy
a VIII sIng unto tie L9rd
6, Gloria mno.j3,
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ne LADIES' COMPANION, for March, has been re-
Se'yed from the agent T. R. Hampton, whose office
on the Avenue, between Sd and Al streets 1t con-
ans beautiful steel engraving of Hagar in the
Wilderness" being the first of series of religious
subjects, which are to appear in the work Fashions
ana Music a, usual Willis, Fay, Professor Ingrahan,
" Canning, Seba Smith, and Mrs. Eilei are among
The contributors
The NV YoRK SPIRIT OF THE TINES, last week,
eon'ained fine likeness of Monmouth Eclipse" on
yse
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Mrs Buffers entertainment at Apollo Hall, this
evening, will be a rare and interesting treat do
nope that the citizens of Washington will avail them
ewes OF the opportunity afforded to witness enter
talnment at once rare and intellectual. f.
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Long hair is glory TO woman" says Paul
And all feel the truth of the piou quotations
Preserve ii, them adies--your glory may fall,
Y Mess you protect 1t with this preparation
While it preserves or restores every beauty,
Its odor and fragrance will sweetly bccal.n,
Oh try it, ye fair, tor indeed lis your duty
And bless the inventor of so great Balm
From The ~ Y Herald Sept, ls4l
IT The lIAiR.-It has been demonstrated that oils
and all oily mixtures are positively Injurious IT, the
human hair. SPirituous preparations IIracts OF ,onc
roots and stlmuants, strengthen the and cause
the hair to grow rapidly OF its natural color and II
the grey or dead hairs are pucked out thev viii not
come IN grey when using proper application to keep
the hair tree from scur and stimulate he roots to ac
ton All oily matter has directly contrarQ .tFtct
relaxing and deblltatng the very vessels that should
be strengthened. The Balm of Columbia we have
heard extolled far above any other articles for this
purpose and the fact is notorious that II is becoming
indispensable article for the toilette and of The la
dies in particular Its perfume makes il "a desirable
article to all, whether the hair needs Ircsory tion or
not Ii causes the hair TO grow fast aid curl bcaut
fully There Is an immense quantity of his article
sold Those who have used other articles have aban-
doned them for this This is the only original arti
cle and recent invention has yet began to equal it,
We say all this from sincere CONVICTION ofits truth
Call at n Maiden Lane, where it may be had
Also al the stores OF Stoit, Gilman, and James on
Pennsy lvana avenue.
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ectng measure SO uisunctiy ana lmpeIatvely called
for.
Cheering evidences reach US by every mail
that the time is fast approaching when the path
to political distinction, and the confidence Of the
people, will be found in following rather than in
attempting to control public sentiment We
rejoice in every evidence that the people are dis
posed to judge favorably Of The great measure
Of the present Administration, as an indication
of the breaking up Of that system of party des-
potism which has so long fettered the will and
vitated the judgment of the freemen of the
country-thereby poisoning the source Of power
and endangering the republican liberty guaran-
tied by demonstration, and sappng the foun-
datons of that glorious instrument itself. The
great political barrier which divided parties in
this country in the earlier days of its history, are
nearly all broken down. The condition of the
world, and our relations with the nations of
Europe-from which sprung much of the differ
ence as well as asperity Of partes-are entirely
changed, and those causes no longer exist All
now unite upon the broad platform of repub-
cansm and so true is il that the real dfferen-
ces Of sentiment on vital principles of govern
ment, which formerly divided parties in this
country, have ceased TO exist, that we find all
parties emulatng each other for that distinctive
appellation which was first applied TO one of the
two great parties Of the day as an epithet Of re-
proach On minor points of policy -often tenn