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The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-24
MAGNETIC VARIATION.

The following article presents ample field for sell
enhc speculation and will be regarded with interest
of the variety of phenomena that take place
in the great laboratory of nature
A late London Times contains an account signed
by the Astronomer Royal, of an extraordinary Mag
Detic Disturbance observed at Greenwich on the gath
of September last II appears that at an early hour
of that day the disturbed state of all the magnetic in
strumens attracted the attention of the chief assist
ant, who immediately commenced series of obser-
vations during which the declinaton needle changed
its position more than q degrees the vertical force
was increased l49th of its whole value, and the hor
iZontal force l-30th. The whole of the instruments
affected at the same time the most abrupt and
violent fluctuations occurring little before half past
three in the afternoon The startling and bewilder-
ing effect of these disturbances such, that the
assistant could only make such observations
ed practicable with view of discovering the extent
of the fluctuations. The day cloudy one; but
at night few bright streamers seen, after
which auroral arch, about "a deg high, was Wis
ible for short time.
A communication in the Times, of January 10th
states the remarkable fact that the disturbances
observed at the same time at the magnetical OBJ
ssryatons at Toronto Canada at Longwood, (St
Helena,) at the Cape of Good Hope, and at Trevan-
drum, at an observatory established by the Rajah of
Trevancore-em embracing nearly hemisphere of the
globe. This communication remarks that, &C indie
pendent Of the great changes in the direction of the
needle, the total intensity of the magnetic power of
the earth appears to have undergone at all these sta
tons, and at the same instant of time, fluctuations
which may well be regarded astonishing The
whole magnetic system of our planet seems to have
been, to speak, in state of convulsion Philoso-
ply will of course be busy in specializing the ORR
gin OF phenomena so surprising"
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BARON ROENNE'S LETTER.

Baron Roenne, Minister from Prussia to the Go
vernment the United States, has written long and
able communication, which appeared in the Intelli-
gencer of Tuesday last, in which he gives detailed
view of the true nature of the commercial relations al
present existing between Germany and this country
The opinions of the Baron may not coincide exactly
with those of persons interested on the American side
of the question, but they valuable coming from
distinguished source, and serving to give clear
cepon Of the views entertained across the water in
regard to the benefits mutually accruing Among the
sections of our country most deeply interested in the
matter, are the tobacco growing States, where there
has existed impression that under present regula-
TONS ser Gus Disadvantages enure to the American
producer. If erroneous, these impressions can in no
way be more effectively corrected than by perusal of
the Prussan Minister'S letter.
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From the u. S. Gaze ellie.
THE PROGRESS.

All goes well with the Banks so far as we can
learn; and judging from appearances, we are rather
to have more than less specie paying Banks. 1t is
probable that of the institutions that closed on
the Resumption Law, will open shortly and be able
to add to public facilities We hear from several of
the Banks, that they have power which will soon
be exercised, to aid the public and mitigate the evils
consequent upon the state of preparation in which
they were all placed.
We have no particulars this morning, of the state
of specie drafts the Banks yesterday but we learn
generally, that all went in the old fashioned way
Long may it continue We have made injuries,
and learn that the Eastern people have very small
demands upon our city The state of business has
been SUCH for some time, that the commission mer-
chants have not encouraged consgnments; and
where sales have been effected, it is probable that the
money advance !, so that it will not when paid,
be sent away We venture to renew the expression
of hopes, that the present state of things will be
considered as the commencement of better times and
that all, Banks and men, will feel called upon to af-
ford mutual aid far as possible, and to consider
that the public good is dependent upon the success of
the present plan of resumption-and that success
must depend upon the hearty cooperation of ALL for
the benefit of all.
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From the ARlledgsviils GA. Recorder.
THE TIMES.

While the whole country qroans under the present
endorsements and pressure which have fnileh upon
US may still find cause for gratitude TO easeh
for the blessings actually left lie especially when we
compare our situation with that of any other country
The reader will find in to-day's paper graphic PIC
ture of the dstresses of the people OF ureat britain
depicted by Daniel O'Connell; which, unlike much
which that gentleman promugates, Is neither eAa
rated nor overdrawn O'ConnelPs picture OF the
situation of the people of England is amply confirmed
by all tho accounts received from that country. WIN
out employ nt-without means OF support, the peo
pie by thousands actually IN starving cohoHoh
-husba nds unable in the morning to devise the inoue
of sustaining their families through the motherr
racked by the cries of their children for ood neces
sary to saate their hunger, and wholly powerless TO
obtain it for them. The accounts are actually appai-
linz An Irish potatoe is blessing, and enough OF
them TO satisfy the demands OF nature, luxury mol
TO be obtained by thousands
In view of the Affections and calamities of others
such az we have but family described, have not
we with all revsses great cause for gratitude to
the Oliver of Mercies that with u.s. at least utter dest
tuition is unknown, starvation impossible
There Isl 20 be sure, at present, blight on our pros
perity Christening as is usual with US to
be ch"-there Isl to be suie temporary rgor ON our
usual luxurious comforts, and an unusual emptiness
ofoui pockets and purses-there may be momentary
panic, which is driving even generous men into ex-
IRENE and al this moment cruel measures necessary
as they imagine for their own security; but yet, with
ALL where in the whole extent OF our loved State Is
the father who cannot feed bis family where the
mother bending with anguished brow over starving
children beseeching heI for the food she cannot give
ihem Such these, really rnaciing in other
lands, spared, by bountitul Providence and
more the means are abundantly afforded to all, for
an aluence of every comfort return for that indus
try which it is the duty of every to practice In
our country even the lazy and useless drone cannot
st1rpe; the Of industry and frugal habits must
prosper.
In the midst then of our temporary difficulties it
becomes US, instead of uselessly repning them,
in view Of envable position in comparison with
others, 10 cast off gloom, and wi the cheerful
resolution Of men, afresL in the course of encr
gec industry, which is distinctly and plainly marked
the certain road to pro perty and happiness,
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From The Philadelphia Inquirer
THE FINANCES OF THE NATION.
THE CONDUCT OF CONGRESS.


1t is really painful and Illuminating contemplate
the aspect OF national affairs in monetary point
of view. The domestic exchanges and the currency,
are in SO unfavorable condition, that business of all
kinds is checked to very considerable extent, and
the spirit of enterprise is measurahy paralyzed Such
clouds Snd darkness rest upon the future that even
hose who have been the losers o the last year two
and who eager to try some new expsdent, by way
of recovering their losses hesitate at The uncertainty
of the prospect. The nation too, aborlng under
resumption isis just now, which tends to contract
operations still But this will pass by, and
with success trust, When may look for hene-
fetal results. But purpose The present time, Is
10 refer Immediately TO the condition of the Ma
tiona Treasury, and the miserable conduct of Con
gress which has already led to the dishonorng OF the
National paper. What spectacle! What mock
cry talk Of resources, honor, our faith, and
glorious system of Government, with such gar-
ing of derel con of duty the part of those
charged to maintain the national character, and up
hold republicanism in all It's purity and glory. When
individual of high credit and abundant resources
falters in the fulflment Of his monetary obligations,
he is looked upon with suspicion, and his name is
coupled wit h di-honor. How then should
similar conduct the part OF great nation be es-
teemed q Or rather, in what light should we regard
the representatives OF that nation who have been
far negecliul of their Duty as TO provoke this dsre-
pu,abe aspect. Let us not be Told that Congress
could not have a,eried it, for the matter was formally
and officially submitted to The attent of that body,
months ago The Secretary of the Treasury fully
disclosed the state of The case at the commencement
of the resent session, and suggested loan forthwith
as absolutely essential And yet his proposition has
not yet been finally acted upon in Congress. Nay
We have already been compelled temporarily
flu Their issue of Treasury notes, and even at the
moment we write the credit of tie nation the honor
of the people, may be said TO be deprec atng by the
iniquitous apathy and delay of Congress in discharg
ing their proper and incumbent duties.
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LECTURES ON ASTRONOMY.

Doctor Lardner has been delighling the good peo-
pie Of Philadelphia, and other cities with his lectures
in which exemplifcations of heavenly phenomena are
introduced with great beauty and effect. The Iecu-
is certainly of very extensive and thorough
cntfc attainment and if his style of lecturing be
worthy of his magnificent subject, fail to rem
der his dscourses in the highest degree entertaining
well as instructive. AS Washington is at The pre-
sent time the Of the learned and well educated
from all parts of the country the lectures of the Doc
tor will in all probability, draw crowded audiences
They commenced last evening.
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BERNARD HOOE.

ATTORNEY AT LAW, AND GENERAL AGENT.
"AVING removed from Alexandra, ID. c., to
IL this city, has opened office on 10 street.
door north from Pennsylvania avenue, and offers
his services TO the public.
He will undertake the prosecution and manage
men Of all claims before Congress, and the several
public departments and offices of the Government
claims arising under treaties the procuring of patent
rights and patents for land from the Patent and Ge-
neral Land Offices; and he will attend to all claims
for revolutionary, invalid other PENSIONS and to
all other business to be transacted in the District of
Columbia, requiring the services of an attorney or
agent
Persons residing at distance, who may not find it
convenient to visit Washington, can address him by
letter, postage paid and may be assured that all bust
ness intrusted 10 him shall receive the most prompt
and faithful attention.
WASHINGTON CITY, d. c.. March 20
mar % eolm&w2m
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THE EXCHEQUER.

The Age in commenting Mr.. Cushing's plan of
Exchequer, remarks
All the objections against locking up the public
treasure, and against securing currency for the
Government, and another for the people, by nsuring
10 the officers of Government their pay in SPECIE and
leaving the people to get such pay they can exist
against this plan which existed against the Indepen
dent Treasury
Very far from it. The Sub-Treasury simply pro-
vided for collecting the public revenues in specie,
and locking them up 1t was carrying into effect the
doctrine, advanced for the first time in 1897,
that the Federal Government should abandon all
and control over the currency other than the stamp
ing OF coin, and leave the people to take care of
themselves; :" leave the States to provide paper me-
dunn OF circulation and exchange The proposed
Exchequer does indeed provide for locking up spe-
cie but at the same time it authorizes the issuing of
paper circulation in place oftat spsee and be
deemed by it. And what is of more importance per-
haps, it provides safe and cheap medium of ex-
changes from extremity of the Union to another
The Sub-Treasury did neither Both have similar
effect in restraining and checking the issues of the
local banks and this is we'll But the operation of
the two systems will be widely different. Besides
this plan is based upon the implied obligation that the
Federal Government is bound to provide a currency
for the country. The Sub-Treasury rests upon de-
mai Of that obligation.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-24

NATIONAL READING ROOM The under
" signed, at the solicitation of many members of
Congress and citizens of Washington, who have
long felt the want of establishment ofthis kind has
opened Reading Room, in the of his store on
Pennsylvania avenue, next door west of the American
Hotel. The room il handsomely fitted up, and files
of the latest papers from every portion of the country
may always he found on hand He has also made ar
rangements to obtain the English newspapers by the
Boston and New York line of steam packets in ad
of the mail. This arrangement, he trusts, will
meet with share of general patronage, owing to the
calls of transient persons who in Wash
ngon for papers from their different sections of coun
try.
He respectfully invites all strangers, as well as the
residents of the District to call and examine his files
where they will be permitted to read the latest journals
gratuousy. ANDREW r. JENKINS.
ian lS Gteof
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From the n. Y. Ne,o Err,
THE CREOLE CASE.

The Washington Globe makes some Just structures
the position assumed by the Government of Great
Britain that the murderers and muneers who carried
the Creole into Nassau fugitipes from justice and
for dschargg them, and refusing all reparation to
this country. That paper says this decision of Great
Britain, suppose, will surprise who has
studied the character Of that people, her uniform
course towards this country. To lord it over other
nations, and treat them her dependencies and nfe-
riors-to be always ready to commit wrong and new
ready to redress it, and to hold up the sword as
the only criterion of right, has been time mmemo-
rial the policy Of this nsoent and usurping people.
But especially towards the United States who is now
her great commercial rival has her course, in all col
lisions between the two countries been of unwa-
verng and UNMARRIED aggression and contempt Before
the last war, what point Of difference did she concede
outrage repair And since that war, have we
gained one single concession reparaton of any
kind, by negotiation or complaint There is but
one way to treat with such people, or TO obtain
from them redress. Lay down the sword by the side
of the pen. Meet her in the spirit and determination
which General Jackson knew well how to bear
and practice. If we approach her in any other, she
will still hold on to the territory of Maine search
our vessels in the African seas, and then own
coast, with occasional nterude in our amcable
relations of burnings and murders, in pursuance OF
the precedent in the case of the Caroline.
AS to the pretenson that the murderers and mutt
board the Creole gitipes from justice,
and had escaped into the jurisdiction of Great Bri-
tain, we need add but little we suppose after the
views we have already expressed, and those commu-
nicated to Congress- contained in Mr. Webster's in
structons to Minister in London Our position
briefly is, that illegal force, numbering violence,
give no jurisdiction to England property per-
sons belonging to the United States that the Creole
under the circumstances, was much within the ju-
risdicton of the United States as if within our own
borders. Neither the slaves board of her. nor the
murderers, were amenable to the British laws Bri-
fish seizure. When, therefore, the officers at Nassau
entered this vessel and took from thence the forty
mutineers and murderers, they committed gross
outrage the sovereignty of the United States il
they had sent expedition to the shores of Virginia
and taken them from a Jail in Norfolk. The whole
question IS one of mere power and the nation which
cannot enforce its own rights, may be assured will
never have them respected by other nations.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-24

VOUNG LADIES' INSTITUTE PittsfelI
i Massachuscts.-Thi his Institution, pleasantly To-
Gated within five minutes walk ofthe Western Rail
road, will be opened for the duties Of its summer ses
sion on the 18th day of April next.
Teachers, Uith their respective Departments
Rev. w. Fl. Tyler, A. M, and Mrs G. E. Tyler,
Principals and Instructors in Int and Nor Sci His.
tory and Elementary branches.
Mrs. S. G.. Sprague, Bellies Letres and Music.
Miss A. M. Snyder, Elementary branches.
Miss l.. Alice Sprague, Painting OIL and water CO
lors
Edward G. Tyler, A. b, Mathematics, Natural
Science, and Ancient Languages.
Mons. Aexan. Godillon, French Drawing and PEN
manship.
All the teachers are members of the family with the
pupils, and al suitable times the French language is
made the sole medium of oral INSTRUMENTATION
among the inmates the Institute.
Gan Institution and place which require no eulo
gy."-Aibany Argus, Oct. 81, 1871.
Its plan meets our waImest approval and its ar
engagements well suited to the great end OF
education, mems sana in corpore sano, "a sound
mind in a sound body Pdtriarch, rol. l. D. l67.
"Besides the advantages Of situation, the plan OF
Mr. Tyler has merits, and the Principal Of the lnsti-
tuition possesses qualifications which fail to
recommend This school 10 parents and guardians. y
Albany Advertiser, No. S04S.
REFEREN CES-Rev. Pres. Humphreys, Am,
herst College; Rev; DR.. sprague Albany; Prof B
F. Joslin, N Y. University; A. G. Smith, M. D.,
White street. New York, Prof. j. A. Yates, Union
College Rev. DIR. Bemar, Troy; Prof C. Dewey
Rochester; Hon. VIM. Jessup, Monirose, Pa; Hon
G. N Briggs, M c.. Thomas Allen, Esq, and Rev
r. W. Bailey, Washington city Col Wade Hamp.
tom Columbia, and Gen. Gcor 70 McDuffie, Able
vile. S. c. mar d&wMApl.
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RUMORS OF WAR.

From what learn from persons coming from Phil
adephla and New York, the people in those cities are
looking for with Great Britain Immediately, and
expect to sec movement by the President and Con-
gress preparatory the deadly conflict. Ifany such
specuations ahoat, the people quite off the
which has The sole power of declaring war by the
Cabinet, whose views will be in the article sign
ed Cornplanter," in the Madsonian of to-day, said
to be from the pen of Attorney General Legare
We deny it. The Cabinet had nothing to do in it,
nor did we endorse it. There will be no p" BACKING
OUT is stated by the New York American
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BEAucHAMPE, OR THE KENTUCKY TRAGEDY, by tn

BEAucnAMPE, OR THE KENTUCKY TRAGEDY, by the
author of Richard Hurds, &c. &c, 9 vols
Not having had leisure to peruse this work, we
must content ourselves for the present. by endorsing
the opinions of others in relation to its merits. We
endorse them at venture, because we have conf
dence in the judgment of such as the ed ors of the
United States Gazette and the Pennsylvania. We
may speak ponedy after the perusal of the tale,
which purports to be founded on lacIs-fatts which
we have some knowledge of for we were in the vcini-
y of the scene Of the fatal at the time
they trans,ired The work may be had of Franck
TAYLOR II will doubtless have great run.
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MULBERRIES FOR SILK, AND OTHER
TREES

wv R. PRINCE offers for sale, at the Linnaan
w Botanic Garden and Nurseries, 100 900 Null
berries of the finest kinds for the silk culture at $3.50
per thousand, and at credit that will enable the pur-
chaser to pay for them out of the silk produced They
consist of the new Circassian MulticauIis Expansa,
Elata Alpine, Moretli and Broussa varieties. Also,
the usual immense assortment of fruit and ornamental
trees, and Shrubbery Greenhouse Plants, Bubous,
Roots, and splendid Dahas, and Garden Seeds
The catalogues with very reduced prices, will lie
sent gratis to all who apply, post paid, and all
ders enclosing cash, or draft discount of 10 per
cent. will be allowed.
FLUSHING, near New York, March 7th, lS42
mar i4-d2w
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BANKRUPT APPLICATIONS.

The number of applications for the benefit OF The
bankrupt law, which have been published since the
law took effect. is 47Sl No applications In the DIS,
trics of Indiana, Mississippi Arkansas or either OF
the Territories have as yet been published that we
are aware Of Nor has any Court for the hearing OF
these been held in the Eastern District of Penn
sylvania The number Of applicants in both OF the
Districts of New York is 1855. The number in New
England is 2l94 In the Middle States, including the
District of Columbia, the number is 1858 In the
other States the number is 634 of which lSl in
Alabama, and 1872 in Illinois. The number of appli-
cants who members of mercantile firms is far
greater in Rhode Island in proportion TO the entire
number of applicants in that District, than in either
of the other Districts. OF the applicants six fe-
malss-Journal Of Commerce.
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IIQIIND CA NlX-- ,4lodc G - IL

l. HOUND CANDY-Compounded Of IS of the
most safe and salulary ingredients. The great repu-
tation of Peases mtabIe candy, for the speedy re-
lief and cure Of coughs colds hoarseness throat
Group. whoopng cough, and difficulty of breathing,
has increased the sales far beyond that of any remedy
heretofore offered.
s. Son, has just received, by the schooner President,
large supply of their Candy which he sells agents
and vendors on the same terms as the proprietors.
Vendors enclosing SIS 90 or upwards Gree of postage)
will have the Candy sent according to directions, and
always rely on its being fresh and genuine.
mar z w. FISCHER
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The Manager respectfully informs the public that
DIR Lardner having, on his arrival in this city,
pressed desire that the prices of admission should be
fixed at such moderate amount that the Lectures
may be accessible to all persons qualified to derive adj
vantage from them, it has been determined that an
uniform price of Fifty Gents to all parts of the House,
shall be the price of admission the nights of the
Lectures
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JOHN RANDOLPH OF ROANOKE

A member Of Congress made three days speech.
In the course of it, discovering symptoms of impa-
tence IN the House, he remark that she spoke not
for that House for that generationh Re spoke for
posery" Mr.. Randolph interposed "you will
speak TO them, sir if you speak much longer"
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-24

II DR.. LARDNER'S Second Evening will be
FRIDAY next
AZ The LECTURES will be continued on The
Evenings of MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, and FRI
DAY in the ensuing week.
Prices of admission to all parts of the Theatre, fifty
cents