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Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11
CIRCULAR.


DEPA STATE NitCH ~. iSfl.
To the Hon. 7aonpa, Ewing, Secretary Of Treasury:
SR:-The President is of opinion that 1t is a
great abuse TO bring The patronage of the Gene
raj Governmen, INTO conh,c, with the freedom OF
elections; and that this abuse ought 10 be correc
ted wherever !, may have been permitted TO exist,
and TO be prevented for the future.
He therefore directs that information be given
TO all officers and agents in your department OF
the public service that partisan interference IN
popular elections, whether Of State offirers OF
ticers Of this Government, and for whomsoever or
against whoms0ever II may be exercised, or the
payment Of any contribution or assessment on
salaries official compensate ton for party or cleo
ton purposes, will be regarded by hun as cause
of reno.a al.
1t is no, intended that any officer shall be re-
strained IN the free and proper expression and
maintenance of his opinions respecting public
men public measures, or 10 the exercise, to the
fullest degree, of the Constitutional right OF sui
frage. b, persons employed undar the govern
men,, and paid for their services cut Of the pub
lie treasury are not expected to take an active
otficous part attempts TO innlence the minds
or votes of others; such conduct beng deemed
Inconsistent with the spirit Of the constitution and
the duties Of public agents acting under II; and
the President is resolved, so far as depends upon
HIM, tina, while The exercise Of the elective fran
chise by the people shall be free from undue Iniu
ences Of official station and authority, opinion
shall also be free among the officers and gents Of
the government
The president wishes il furtherip be announ
ced and distinctly understood, that from ell collec
ting and discussing officers pronptitadc IN rcnde-
ring accounts, and entire punctuahty IN paving
balances, will be vigorously exacted la his opin
ion IT time toreturn, 10 this respect, TO the ear
" practice Of the government and 10 hold any de-
gree of delinquency the part of those entrusted
with the public money jus, cause OF immediate re-
nnval He deems the severe observance OF this
rule to be essential 10 the public service. as every
dollar lost 10 the treasury BY unfaithfuness 10 Of
fee creates necessity for new charge upon the
people.
have the honor to be. sir vnnr obedent servant.
DANIEL WEBSTE
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Ruel Williams has sent 10 to the legislature Of
Maine his resignation Of bis seat in the United
States Senate. Mr.. Williams is federal iocofoco.
and will, most probably, be succeeded By men,
Der Of The Same party.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Tie PHILOSOPHER and the Fcrryman A pbiIos.
pher stepped board ferfy-boai to n
stream; on the passage he inquired of the ferry
man If he understood Arithmetic. The man
heard of II before" The philosopher replied. II
sorry for quarter Of your life Is gone"
few minutes after, he asked the ferry NAM
DO you know any thing of Malhemasc tics? ~ The
boa ,man smiled and replied mo" well, then.
said the philosopher "another quarter Of your
life is gone" third question was asked the
ferryman: "Do you understand AsironomyY'-
oh! no sir, never heard Of such ,hing'' "WeII,
my friend, then another quarter Of your life is
gone" just at that momen, the boa, ran on a
snag, and was sinking, when the ferry Jump.
ed up, pulled off his coat, md asked tho ph,Io.o-
pher, with great carnes'ness Of manner, "Sir can
you swIm?' no. said the philosopher. well,
Then said The ferrvman. "your whole life is lost,
for the boats going to the bottomr'
Statistics of Nep York Cny.-The New York
Tribune says that during the wear 1912 ,here
inspected in that city 195. $50 loads Of fro
wood, costing the citizens 1913 s39, 9sI-beinp
less Of loads than last year "a, SCI OF charcoal
here were inspected last gear Isl ,O33 tuba Of
two bushels each-cosinp The citizens $50 1917
3d. and being Of tubs l5,0sl less than in Is4l
Total paid for charcoal and wood for fuel $685.
COG SO. During the las, year there were erect.
ed 9l2 houses. stores, &c, being less by SO than
were built in lS4l.
Mr.. Van Buren, has been here for a week past.
He has grown enormously fat since the people
turned him gu, TO grass II 10 understood that
his friends are busy 10 cooking up Legislative
nomination for him. He himself Is prodiRal Of
his bows and smiles to the influential men in tho
Senate and Assembly.-Ne,r York Americana
Letter from Albany.
Wakefield, the farm 10 Westmoreland county,
Va. on which Gen. Washington vas born, - of.
cred for eaie.
The Msssachuse,is Legislature has formed Q
Temperance Society.
The number ofconvicts 10 the Maine Penitsn.
larry is fifty seven.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Great Wing Meeting in Philadelphia The
Wings of the city and county of Philadelphia had
a meeting en- the return of the delegates TO the
State convention. Joseph r. Chantler Esq. one
of the delegates, gave deeply interesting account
Of their proceedings, as having been marked by
harmony, enthusiasm, and cordial attachment to
Wing principles and HENRY CLAY. AT the
close fthe meeting, old John Ely, veteran Of
the revelation, proposed three cheers for "Harry
of the West" which were given in the true whg
spirit and tone.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Bankrupt LaD.--The President has approved
and signed The bill! by which the Bankrupt Law
IS repealed. The future operation Of the law is
stopped--but all cases which have been COM
meuced will be continued as if the law had no,
been repealed.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11
The ne,c Catholic Cathedral in Cincinnati -

The ne,c Catholic Cathedral in Cincinnati -
The Gazette SAYS. that the number Of wofkmen
now employed on this massive edlfice, at the cor
ner of Plum and Eighth streets, including those
engaged getting ont lumber and stone. IS be-
tween 20 and so. This viii be one of the most
imposing and beautiful public buildings in the
Western country. 1t will occupy nearly the whole
Of the square, standing some distance from the
street and being 900 feet by So and will be wholly
built Of dressed lines tone. The walls are between
4 and 5 fee, thick at the GROUND, and will be So
feet 10 height to the top of the parapet The walls
are already II feet high, AMI i, Is thought the
whole building viii be covered in, ready for public
worship in the fall OF 1874. The tower will be
200 feet high, oruamented with public clock and
a heavy Chime OF Bells. To supper, this great
weight, the tower will be built nlssive and slow
", so as TO allow it to settle down firm. There
is a prospect that the Cathedral will receive rich
Chime Of Bells from Europe, if not, they will be
cast in this city.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11
COUNTY CONVENTION.

We hope the Wings WILL at the township meet
ings on The day Of tho April election, take into
consdera ion the propriety Of holding conven-
ton TO nominate candidates for tho legislature.
and county officers, and if deemed cxpedient to
hold such convention, appoint deleg"ios 10 at
tend tho same. at such time as may hereafter be
agreed upon All elections by tho people are
important: bu. the approaching ono is Of more
than ordinary interest TO the citizens Of Indiana,
as the character Of the political principles Of the
Executive officer of the State is thereby To DO de
termincd The more thorough and united may
be tho organic ,,ion of tho Wing party in its county
operations, The more efficient will il be in the G.
lection Of a Governor and Lieutenant Gov vernon
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

C6TThe Globe dominates Thomas Ritche, Esq.
editor Of the Richmond Enquirer, candidate
for the Vice Presidency lis all hoax, old man,
don't trust them.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

VlRGINIA.--The Wings Of Virginia held a
State Convention at Richmond on tho 22j ut.,
at which the attendance vas large AID the spiri,
most animatiGg and enthusiastic. BENJAMIN
WATKINS LEIGH appointed 10 preside over
their deliberations, and delivered address on
taking the chair worthy his ancient renown.
An able address prepared discussing 10
cogent manner the political questions of the day.
Resolutions approving the recommendation of the
Wings of Congress, for a National Conven'ion--
declaring he preference Of the Wings of Virginia,
for HENRY CLAY, and referring The selection of
Vice Pre.iden, to the National Convent ion,
also adopted.
Several eloquen, and animated speeches were
made at intervals, by gentlemen from various
quarters of tho State. The Richmond Wing says
that b., one sentiment animated the whole--a
settled conviction that the Wing party is as pow
erful as ever. and firm determination 10 make
its power felt. The Convention adjourned in the
finest spirit, under the influence of the charming
eloquence of Watkins Leigh, which touched and
animated every bosom.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

PRETTY Coon FOR ITS SIZE -Governor Morton
was leaving Taunton, the place oi his residence,
a few days ago. for Boston. There heiug good
deal of snow on The track, fears expressed
that the cars would be detained. "But, never
mind" said the Governor, pulling out his watch.
''we shall doubtless get in BY atout one!" "That's
the wav," reioined Mr. p. witty young whig
from New Bedford, SHAT your exreIency usually
gets in-by about oaer' TIC Governor put up
his repeater!
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

YUcATAS The Campechenos have had anoth
e. brush W III the Mexicans. II occurred on the
4th inst. The Mexicaps were driven from their
breast-works, and though far stronger than their
opponents, compelled to 1y. They lost 400 me +;
among them a Of Gen. Santa Anna, besides
a large number of field officers. This event,
is SAID, will ronse Santa Anna, and force him 10
take The command of the Mexican forces.-Cia
Gazette.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Relief of the StdteS-The Hon. w. Cost John
son, charmau of the select committee, appoIn' ed
BY the House Of Representatives, to consider The
memorials praying for tho issue Of 200 100000
dollars Of government stock for the use Of the
States, made n report en- Thursday, the 2nd inst,
which concluded with IA resolution "that it is ex-
pedent employ tho credit of the government
OF The United States for the relief Of the States,
10 The extent pray cd for by the memorialis,s."-
We have RETAINED from publishing any consider
able amount Of matter 10 relation to this sub jecf,
with tho expectation that a report would be made
to Congress by friend and advocate Of Mr.. John
sons plan, embracing the whole subject. The a
bove referred to report is said to be able and eff
Gent, shall therefore present IT TO our reader.
at al early day, and invite their earnest and can
did attention TO its arguments and recommended
tons The relief Of the States is n suhlect in
which the people all deeply interested; but to
the citizens of Indiana, II Is especially of the
greatest importance, and mus, not be lost sigh
Of during tho coming summer. Next August we
shall have to elect representatives. to Congress.
and hopo tina, the people will be careful TO Sc
,ect no man MS member who is not pledged to
sustain Mr.. Johuson's proposition.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

@Love thy neighbor as myself.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

cvThe Temperance Society of Hamilton Co.
Ohio, Is % 900 strong
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

The profits of the Kentucky Penitentiary.
three wears and nine months, ending Noyembs
30, 1912, were Sl0O,4 SO.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Daring the musical festive al nj Hamburg, n mu
stefan from another city boarded at a private
house where uncommonIy good table WAS kept.
One dav " hen all the family assembled for
dinner, the stranger was absent. The house maid
who was sent to call HIM found him 4 his toilet,
he being nj that moment engaged in using his
tooth brush, well, - he comng2n said the lady
of tho house the servant returned. Yes
ma'am. directly" was the reply, "he'S Just Sharf.
ening his teeth
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

KEEN SHAVING Handy Andy says that whc n
he sailed on voyage of discovery with Capt
Parry, they found that old Blreas had established
BARRIERS shop in the northern ocean, aud used
the North Pole for sign.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

PRESIDENT TYLER The Trenton Emporium,
the leading d, m bcralic paper Of New Jersey, aud
q old and efficient organ II the old jackson par
", has placed the he id oi It's editorial columns
the name oil John Tyer, candidate for the
Presidency, subject to tue decision Of National
Convention
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

ANOTHER VETo,-Governor Porter has vetoed
the act districting The Stale into Congressional
Districts. His vetoes, we believe, outnumber
those of the PresIden, and all the Governors OF
all the States
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Massachusetts Whig Convention Tho Wing
members of the Legislature of Massachusetts held
a meeting on the 22nd uit. Resolutions we're
passed urging thorough org anization throu bout
the state. and approving tho recommendation of
the Wing members Of Congress, for a Wing Ma
tional Convention, to be held a, B Gilmore on The
Bird day OF May. ls41 Spirited addresses were
made, and the utmost harmony prevailed.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Wings of Ner0 Jersey-The Wing members
Of the Legislature Of New Jersey had meeting
in the Council Chamber, at Trenton. on the 23d
ult. WILLIAM DIcKY, Of Paszalc ia the Chair, and
JoHS c. DEACON, Of Burlington, Secretary. We
have not place for the whole proceedings--,hey
worthy the spirit of Jerseymen. The follow
ing breathes the RICH, seniiment:--
"Resolred. That while we, as Wings of New
Jersey, execrate the deep damning treachery OF
the present National Executive, still firm
in the hope that VIXEN the great struggle of 1874
shall come, we with brethren OF the Union, sha II
march on again to victory, under the banner of
HENRY CLAY. the farmer of Ashland, whose
commanding intellect. and unblemished integr-
~, sure guarantees that if he be placed in
the Presidential chair, need not fear that he
will perform the duties Of his station with less
benefit 10 his country, and less honor to him
self. than Washington and Madison, who, like
himself. were genuine sons OF the Old Do
minon.'
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

trMr. Van Buren, has adopted the name O
Lindendorf for his tasteful villa in the environ
of Undertook.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

A Comet.-The Boston Journal Of the 1st inst,
says, gentleman from Braintree, Of highly re-
spec;able character informs that yesterday
about noon. the Inhabitants of that town were a.
Harmed at the sight of large heavenly body, re-
sembling comet, in the south eastern par, of the
sky-and having tail or train of considerable
length. |, was clearly visible to the naked eye
for the space OF nearly hour. until los, in the
distance. II was also seen at Portland. aboa, the
same time.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Mr.. Clay at Ncc Orledns-On the night pre-
vious to Mr.. Gays departure from the great en-
porium OF the south, ball was given a fare
well compliment. II was a grand affair and wen.
off to the highest satisfaction of all who attended
A magnificent supper WAS served ut mid night.
when tho presiding officer proposed the health of
our distinguished guest HENRY CLAY.
Mr. CLAY rose and returned his thanks for the
honor done him. He said that he would not &C.
cupy the time Of the company for moro than d
moment, when many good things were gong
into their mouths, and he was sure so little worth
attending TO would come from his; that the occa
Zion did not permit him more than to say, that to-
morrow he should leave this beautiful country and
glorious city, where he had received 80 many
kindnesses, not from one party alone but from all
males. and what he valued infinitely more, from
all the females; and that in departing for his own
home he should carry The recollection al those at
feciionate inequalities with HIM, md the gratitude
with which they filled him would rem,in I" the
latest hour of his life MIR. Clay concluded by
Offering:
TIE Ladies of Ner mpli.hed
beautiful, patriotic.
The New Orleans Bee, speaking OF the depar
turc Of Mr.. Clay, says, ''this great statesman
for the last two months our cherished resident
where he has won golden opinions from the entire
population, left Yesterday at one O'Clock. on
boa I'd the steamboat Diamond. For several hours
prior TO his depar,ure,'he landing and ,evee were
lined with spectators, anxious TO shake him by
the hand and wish him health and happiness--
On his appearance, he was enthusiastically greet
cd, and as the boat pushed off from the landing.
long and loud shou, rose from thousand voices
and not man whether Wing Democrat.watch-
ed the recedng outline Of the bark that was
feigh,ed with its priceless bur,hen. wiihou, wish
ing prosperity. Joy. and increased horror and h.p-
pines. to good. allcn,, high minded, noble Harry
Of the West"
Mn. CLAY has arrived at home with improved
health, & doubii highly sra,hed Nth his visit.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

Wakefield, the farm in Westmoreland county
Va. on which Gen. Washington vas born, - Cd
cred for saie.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11
Horrible Effects of Fanat;eism The ~ York

Horrible Effects of Fanatieism The \ York
Sun states that on FRIDAY. the wife Of jonathan
Leverage. respectable mechanic Of Newark
\ j., while Iaborlng under arrangement OF mlnj
caused by the Miller doctrine. administered arse
mic II herself and two Of her chIdreu one aged
three years and the other twelve months Be
tore she committed the rash she sent her three
eldest children 10 her auni's IN tn. neig hborhood
One of the children died IL o'clock the other
at = O'Clock, and the wlfe died about SIX O'Clock
The editor of the Penn Yam Democrat hois ed
the Tyler flag morning last week. and IN the
evening of The same day, soliciting sigma
lures Ia a petition that he nigh, be appointed
Post Master. The Captain ought 10 favor hun,
certainly.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

The Massachusetts, Legislature has formed q
Temperance Society.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-03-11

The number Of convcts 10 the Maine Peuitsn.
larry is fifty seven.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-11-10
FRUIT-NURSERY, ETC.

Cornelius Ratllff presented Us on Thursday
last with a basket of the most luscious PEARS
They were "Fa Buffers" and as we ate them
we wondered why we had not had our little gar
den spot covered with trees bearing Ist such
fruit. They are easily cultivated and every
farmer might have with but little expense and no
trouble any quantity of them. Mr.. Ruff :
nursery is about a mile from this place and he
has a choice collection of Fruit trees, of almost
oil kinds adapted to this climate, md particularly
pear trees, now 10 a thriving state, large and 10
good order for transpanting. II is said Ia be n
duty every man owes his country "to plant tree"
and when we next perform that duty it shall be
Clutter" pear.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-11-10

founding the whole matter upon the supposIion
that If the American tariff were abolished, that
Eneland mould abolish hers, Is there shato"
OF evidence Of The truth Of the supPosliion! has
England ever eynced any spirit OF reciprocity III
free tradef Has il mol been her settled policy TO
prevent such thing free trade on her par!
Is i, not The policy Of protection ia the landed IN
,eresIs which supports that Government H"g
land with her tremendous debt, would not exist
five years under her present form OF government
If il were not for her peculiar policy. The pres
en-, policv is The life and existence OF the Bfit-
i.h Government. Is i, probable, is 1t possible
she will yield her ports tree 10 the world. But
n, man of intelligence and political honesty viii
attemp, 10 impose such idea upon the credu
lous and ignorant. When England will open her
ports then will we shout 'ffee trade and sailors
rights" with a hearty good will, but SO long as
they are closed 10 us, so long must we meet them
on equal ground. So long they protect their
interests, must protect ours. 1t they war
agaIns. us, we must war against them.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-11-10
Another Tyler sign in the Indiana Locofoco
sky.

WV. G.. ARMSTRONG, Esq. has been kicked
out of the Registers office at Jetfersonville in
this State 10 make room for the father Of Jesse
ID. Bright, the lately elected Lieutenant Governs
or. Frst Captain Cain, the Locofoco Delegate to
the Baltimore Convention, and next the ather Of
the Locotooo Lieutenant Governor come in for
snare OF Tyler patronage their reward for the
efforts OF the Locofoco rank and file whose toll
ana sweat placed these rulers in poweri
How very gratifying 1t must be 10 tho mass of
"Democratic' voters to chew such a cud of CON
ISOLATION as these results atfordi The no Office.
seeking candidates whom they have chosen have
such appetite for the spois tina, they canno,
even wait with decency. Fearful Of The sue
cess OF the Van Buren, dynasty, they walk into
John Tyler, like so many bIood-suckers, and this
TOO before they hare entered upon the duties of
their Offices!
What think the democracy" of such an exhi
oi''on! For how many offices, we wonder. have
ihe'f votes been bargained away to the Presi
den''--lnd. Journal,
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-11-10
WIG STATE CONVENT ION.

The Tippecanoe Journal and the Indiana
State Journal are out in favor Of n State Cons
venton being held al indianapolis on the 10Th Of
January next. We understand that the State
Central Committee are in favor of the same
measure. Will the Wing press speak GU, on this
subject LIE. US hear from you, ono and all
There is time TO be lost Let the "bugle
bast' be blown; and let the contest commence
The issues are already made up-n National Cur
rency UerSus the ub-treasury-a protective tar.
if Us a mere revenue tariff, or free trade--a DIS
tribution Of the proceeds Of the sales Of the pub
lc lands, us. enormous and burthensome direct tax
es upon the people To pay the State debfs-ccon
Omy and reform in the administration OF the af
fairs Of the general government for the benefit
Of The whole people Us. corrupt md paruZln leg
islaiion for tho benefit Of the locofoco party
These the moment ous issues that call for tie
action of the peope--Ihey involve the Interests
and prosperity of all Will not the people sustain
tho institutions to which they owe so mach. and
10y which they alone can obtain that height Of
happiness a people, and that high state Of
greatness which shall make this nation the envy
Of the world? We have no fears Of the result.
The people only wish an opportunity to act
Give them that and tho triumph Of Wing princi-
plies will be certain.