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Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

"G5- We observe quite a stir in the third par
ty against the members of Congress who did not
vote on one of the pro-sIavery resolutions of Mr..
Campbell, of S. G. This is to be expected from
those who, as party men, are anxious to Jump at
any conclusion against these members, however
unjust; but to others we VIII suggest that as the
resolution was pressed under the gag no expana-
ton was aowable-a broad aye, or broad no,
unexplained and unqualified, was required, or
nothing. An opportunity will probably occur
when the members from Vermont can define their
position on this subject, and represent the voice
Of the State We are disposed to hear before we
strke.''
The above is from the last Watchman, and is
certainly very cool. tolerabe stretch of charity
that which would apologize for our Representa-
tivcs in turning their backs directly upon The Re
solves ofthe sovereign Slate Of Vermcm for the
last eight gears! But the Watchman's mantle OF
charity is exceedingly broad-espccally when its
friends are concerned. Why did it not cxciainS
"hear before you strke,'' when some 10 Northern
democrats changed their votes and re-enacted the
gag? Supremacy infamous as was the act, we
are sure they could give quite as good reason tor
sustaining the gag, as did many of the wings for
opposing it-Mr. Schenk, of Ohio, for instance
who publicly declared it was to skill .4boIltion"
We think the Waterman is wrong in saying no
one was allowed the privilege of explanation. On
one of the resolutions, we know, South Carolina
member asked to be excused from voting, and
went on at length to give his reasons. This priv
ege, we think, was open to all; though the man
ner in which the last vote was taken is not distinct
" remembered But what if they acre required
to give an " unqualified yea or nay" Could not
the representatives Of Vermont, who not only pro-
claimed themselves abolitoniSs before they could
be elected, but who are Under instructions .frons
our legislature 10 go for the Immediate abolition Of
sIavery an The District and territories, and use all
constitutional means 10 bring slavery to an end
throughout The land, give an UNQUALIFIED
Mayo to proposition denouncing as highly dun
: gerous and reprehensible any attempt to induce
5 Congress to interfere with questions of slavery
any where-eyen in the District of CoIumbia!-
S But no: the interests of the overseer of Ashland
and of the great Wing party, required them to
: g make their bow" preparatory to the next presi-
e dental election which being done with good
: grace, we think that the ireemen of Vermont at
r the next Congressional election ought to LEI
> THEM GO QUIT" Up.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
For the Freeman.
Is there not a crisis at Hand?
LEONARD WARE, Secretary.

Shall Tenas be admitted to our Union, and the
united voice of the Freemen of Vermont not be
uttered forbidding the banns'
Probably no son of the Green Mountains will
pretend to say that the national government is in
vested with power to accomplish such an object
The subject is of infinite importance. Too large
for the powers of eloquence or oratory to trife
with. 1t requires calm, dspassiona:e considera-
ton and decision; what shall be done' In few
words, will express my opinion; to wit:
As soon as it is fully ascertaned that the propo-
slon is seriously entertained by the general gov
eminent, let a town meeting be legally warned in
each and every town in the State for the especial
purpose of giving the people an opportunity to ex-
press their views on the subject. Let Wings and
democrats and Liberty men, and all men, who are
legal voters come to the Polls and place an en-
phatic VETO upon the measure; and let this vote
ego up to the throne" at Washington with the
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
To POStMaSterS.

We wish to remind post masters of what they
ought already to know, and practice, that unless
their frank is complete, with their own name, and
that of the town, their letters are subjected to the
regular postage. Several postmastors have re-
Gently written us, enclosing money, and either
through design or carelessness, omitted to give Ell
Their their own name or that of their town, or both
by which means we have been obliged to pay
from 10 to 40 cents each letter. In such cases,
the postage has been deducted from the money en-
closed, and the balance credited to the subscriber.
Postmasters are authorized by law to forward mon
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
Incidents ina aIand Of Liberty"

wear or two since, Virginia slave imbibed
the notion, which was somewhat prevalent IN this
country about the year l776, that &C all men were
created eouaI," and that they possessed an NAL
ienable right to the pursuit of happiness" but as
neither equality or happiness were secured to him
under the Patriarcha system of slavery, he follow
ed the example of many others, and pursued them
in the direction of the North star. He was over
taken, however, by his benevolent owner, who
probably thought him unqualified to be turned off
upon the cold charities of the world But he had
learned more Of the doctrines of the Revolution
than merely the Declaration of independence: he
knew something Of the sentiment, "Give me LIB
erty or give me Deathp' and with a blow laid one
Of his kidnappers lifeless at his feet! Of course
he must be hung When led forth to the gaI lows
his step was firm his form erect and with dis
tnct sweet voice, commenced the hymn, " W hen
can read my title clear" sc. He was swung off:
but the rope broke, and he was only overcome by
the shock for the time being. When sensibiliy
returned, he commenced his hymn where he left
off: but soon second trial launched him into
eternity-nto the presence of his Judge, to answer
for the crime of-what? Ofhaping emnlated
the example Of George Washington, and o'x. Req
dictionary Fathers, in the erercise Of those rights
achich God had gjven linn, and which our whole
nation declares are 1NALIENABLE!
These facts we have from an acquaintance
whose son was an eye witness the heart-rendint
scene.
ANoTnER.-The last Christian Advocate ant
Journal brings US an appeal to the American pub
lie from Mr.. M'Lan of Washington, D. c. agen
of the Am. Colonization Society, for the means 0
sending a company Of ten or more to Liberia.
appears that staUeholdjng MINISTER CD in tn
\ state of Virginia, has expressed willingness t
the Colonization Society to emancipate about tel
slaves provided they can be sent to Liberia-bl
not otherwise for, he adds, "l am sure they can
not enjoy real freedom in this country" Th
reason he gives for emancipation, is, that che
charged with the duties Of the holy ministry, an
therefore is not a suitable MASTER" Whethe
there is something in the nature Of his calling tina
renders him crutL, or whether his necessary al
sence prevents his administering the "Law' q
often as is ncedful among eye-servants, he doc
' not explain. Mr.. Milan, in his appeal, addresse
i himself to all classes, and says, Gas citizens of
free and happy country" you are bound to contrib
ute to this work Of humanity. "Citizens of frt
and happy country"--and yet obliged to send pet
pie to Pagan Africa, before they can possess the
d own souls and bodies, their wives and childre
n and enjoy their inaljenable righis'
-, Is !5y5o tho land our fathers loved
J. The freedom which they toilcd to WING" J.P
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

tE5~ We learn that the article headed 'The
Last Day of School," should have been credited
to the Universalist Waterman. As it was not in
the editorial departments, OF directed to the editor,
we supposed it was selected from some other pap
err. We also notice that through carelessness we
have neglected to give creditto the Morning Star
for one or two short articles Several articles
from the Freeman have appeared in some of our
exchanges without proper credit, but we think the
affair too trihing to require any complaint
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

TEXAS.-Our latest Information from Wash
inrton confirms our belief that the Wings of the
Senate will, with one or two exceptions Of South
ern membes vote nay on the Texas question:
while the ocofocos with hordy an exception, will
90 for it, including some three loco members sent
there by the aid Of the Sd party.-Caledon'an
Will the editor Of the Caledonian give the name
we will not say of three, but of one single ''loco-
foco" y. S. Senator, who has been elected by
either the direct or indirect influence of the "SS
party" or acknowledge that he has been guilty Of
falsehood?
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

the ,Chite SLAVES of the North; and how instantly
did he strike the balance in favor of the former!
Ifsuch opinions and expressions, even IN the ar
dor of debate, can fall from that honorable gentle
man, what ideas do you suppose are entertained
Of labor by the majority of shareholders"
Speech of Mr.. Rich, of Vermont, Feb. is, 1920.
81 have by the successful influence of mySex
ample, taught my sonsto cultivate the earth, while
NV daughters have been instructed in the manu-
featuring of clothing for themselves and brothers,
extending even to those have now the honor to
wear, and in the useful labors Of the Kitchen"
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

SLAVE TRADE.-The British Government we
regret to hear has made strong complaints that
great facilities have beer afgrded to the trade in
slaves. and that Americ1n Shipping is employed IN
transporting to the coast OF Africa, merchandise,
.onninments and other articles necessary for slave
trnde operations. That fast sailing vessels arrive
at Bahia, and are there sold; the masters engaging
to take them to the coast under American coIorS-
that a cargo Of rum and tobacco is put on board
and sent to some well known depot on the coast,
where it is exchanged for slaves; that the Amer-
can master then gives uptho communicative slaves
arc put on board and Brazilian coOrs hoisted, and
the vessel sails on her return voyage. Considera-
bic information on this subject, it is said, is now
before the Senate, which we hope will be publish
ed and the law strictly enforced against the often
ders-N Y. Sun.
No doubt great abundance of such cases have
been presented to the Senate, or at least to the
President and Secretary of State, such as those
mentioned by Rev. j. Spaulding in the Freeman
of the 9th inst but what notice has been taken OF
them? Why is such vail of secrecy kept over
these things by both wings and democrats'
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
Orr Senators,

What will those Wing papers in our State who
are now making SO great buster about the an
nexaton of Texas, say of the course of our sena-
tors who, but few days since, voted to place John
c. Calhoun the champion Of annexation, virtual
Iy at the head of the goyernment-and who has
the post only on the ground that he may
retire as soon as Texas shall be admitted and the
Oregon question settled' Consistency is jewel
J.p.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
L e X q s

There has been no positive information respect
ing the annexation of Texas since last week.
That treaty for this purpose has been signed by
the President, there seems to be but little doubt;
but as to its being ratified by the Senate, conec-
lures very much vary. 1t would seem almost I'M
possible that men could be found in the free states
so reckless as to give countenance to this internal,
suicidal scheme. OF what possible advantage can
it be to the United States to receive that "vaey of
rascals," with their national debt of nearly hun
dred milons-with their slavery, and as }. Z.
Adams said several years since, "With war with
Mexico, and in ali probability a war with Great
Britain" But many of the late acts of the Sen
ate certainly give great occasion for ALARM Inc
almost unanimous confirmation of Henry A. wise,
the notorious advocate of this scheme, as minister
TO Brazil, after his nomination for another foreign
station had been twice rejected; and the unanim-
Gus confirmation of John G. Calhoun as Secretary
of State, who is known to be in favor of it, and
who has accepted the appointment only for the
purpose of settling this very question, together
with that of the Oregon territory, looks as though
that body was ready to commit the fatal deed
The especial correspondent" of the n. Y. Trib-
une estimates that there are thirty-eight Senators
for it, and only thirteen against it; but it seems
hardly possible that the Northern members should
have suffered such foul plot to be almost consul
mated for they could not be ignorant of it, with
out giving one note of alarm. Nay, that they
should encourage the papers of both the great par
ties to ridicule the idea of danger on this point
until the plan was matured-noses counted-anc
everything ready for its completion. Reckless a.
these men evidently are to everything but the
own personal ACKNOWLEDGEMENT, we can hardly be
lieye them guilty of this. If they have received
''pieces of silver" for such conduct, they had bet
ter go away and hang themselves like Judas, thai
ever return to their constituents.
As might be expected the wing papers are en-
deavorng to make capital out of the affair TO
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
FOR VICE PRESIDENT,
THOMAS MORRIS,
of Ohio.

eel rejoice that the abolition Of slavery throughout the
civilized world is no longer Trobematcal; it seems to be
almost universally conceded that this stupendous fraud
upon portion Of the human race IS fast drawing TO a
close and the great question with us truly what meas
ures are best suited to accomplish this desirable end III
the United States.
stPoitical action is necessary to produce
moral reformation in nation and that action with us
can only be eTectuay exercised through the ballot box
And surely the ballot box never be used for more
noble purpose than and to every man
his inalienable rights ''-IhOmds Morris.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

WELL D0NE New HAMPsHIRE.-By the demo-
cratic papers of N. H., we learn that the Liberty
party vote for Governor, amounted to $3.50; and
some twenty towns to be heard from. No doubt
when full returns are made, it will overgo six
thousand The Liberty vote in that State in 1910,
was III; in 1871, 1855; in 1912, S,11O; in 1913,
1904. This is the first state election for 1884, and
shows how we arc 'dying away"
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
Morning Chronicle,

The first number ofthis daily, a prospectus of
which will be found in another column, has been
received, and noble thing it is. Everything
about it seems to be right. 1t advocates a good
cause-is conducted by good edtor-and print
ed by good cold water hands in the very best mod
ern style. We wish it might so into every town
in New England.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
Democratic Candidate for President.
MARTIN VAN BUREN,.

III must go into the Presidential chair the nllexlble and
opponent of every attempt on the part
of Congress- to abolish slavery in the District OF Coum
ba against the wishes of the savehodng States and al
so with determination equally decided, to resist the
slightest interference with it in the states where " eASS
"I now only remains TO add, that no Dill cohhc''ne
with these views CAN EVER RECEIVE MY CoNsTlTU-
rloNA1 sANcr1oN''-Mr. Van Buren'S Inaugural,
March A. 1887.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

EEJ- The Christian Citizen has not been recev-
ed for several weeks, and on looking at our direc-
ton book we find that the Freeman has not been
sent to that Office If Mr.. Burrtt can send US the
back numbers containing his "Letters to an APP
PRENTICE" VIC shall be much obliged
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

ey IS publishers under their frank; and if they are
soSs5nish to refuse to do it, or but half do it,
(Which is the same thing to us,) then subscribers
must pay their own postage, or it will be deducted
from the money SENT
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
MONTPELIER, VERMONT, SATURDAY, MARCH 80, 1874
LIBERTY TICKET,
Nominated by the National Conuent'on' way 1913
FOR PRESIDENT,
JAMES G.. BHRNEY,
LIBERTY TICKET,
of Michigan.

Orr own slave states, and especially the more south
. orthom in which the number Of slaves is greater,
md in which, of course, the sentiment of injustice is
stronger than the northern ones, to be placed on
the list of decayng communities.
'The question now for the North finally to decide Is
shall the slave states draw us down with them, and both
pesh or shall we by decided conunct exerlon OF viz
iuous energy, save ourselves aad them from destruction
james G. Brney.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30
Wing Candidate for President,
HENRY CLAY.

"Iknow there is visionary dogma whichhold s that
negro slaves cannot be the subjects of property shall
not dwell long upon this speculative abstraction 1hat
is property which the latu declares to be property
Two hundred years of legislation have sanctioned and
sanctifed negro slaves property"
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

" If had been a citizen of Pennsylvania when Frank
Inns plan (ofgradua emancpaton) was adopted should
have voted fer it, because, by possibility could the
black race ever gain the ascendancy in that State. But
if had been them or a citizen of any of the
planting States-he southern southw estern States
TshouM hare opposed, and uouH continue to oppose,
ann scheme oVhatcuer Of emancipation, gradual or ln''
mediGte.'
cit is NOT TRUE, and REJOICE that it is not true
that EITHER of the great parties in this country has
anv DESIGN or AIM at ABOLITION. should DEEPLY
LAMENT if were true. "-[Clays Speech in the Sen
ate Feb 7, 1889.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1844-03-30

Is 45y5o tho land our fathers loved.
The freedom which they toled to WING" j..
Holly Springs gazette., 1844-01-19
TRUST SALE.

BY virtue of Deed of Trust executed to
Parry w Humphreys on the 9Th day Of De
cember 1887. by Nelson Chambers &co.
for certain purposes therein mentioned, and
which is recorded in the Probate Clerks of.
fee OF Marshall County Miss. in Book ID
page 237: And also by virtue of decree
of the District Chancefv court at Holly
Springs appointing me as Trustee in the
place ofslid Humphreys deceased. shall
sell for cash to the highest bidder at the
Court House door in Holly Springs.
On The 81 Nnndny ef J4s.a.~., a.er,.
The west half of section 10. Range | and
Township a. west of the Basis Meridian; also
SO much of the North East quarter Of the
same section 10. IS lies on the west side of
Chewalla Creek supposed to be S3 acres
The title to the above land is supposed TO
be undoub,ed | shall convey such title
however as is vested in me as Trustee
vi. B. HULING Trustee
Dec. 1st IS43-5w.
Holly Springs gazette., 1844-01-19
NOTICE.

The undersigned having obtained from
the Probate Court of Lafayette County. Mis-.
sissippi, on the lth day of September. ls43.
letters of Executorship on the estate of the
late Lemuel Smith. Jun, deceased, all ner-
sons having claims against said estate are re-
CURED to exhibit the same within the time
limited by law. or the same will be barred.
And all persons indebted 10 said estate are
requested 10 make settlement forthwith, as
tnis Is necessary TO settlement of said estate
M. G. CHEATHAM.
October S0th. l643. E--rr,o~
Holly Springs gazette., 1844-01-19
STRAY SALES.

! r WILL sell at the court house door in the town
! i of Holly Springs, on the fourth Monday il
| January, the following property as slfayS Q
| Marshall county, viz:
One Bay mare, taken up by A. J. VIII
bon, supposed 20 be 9 years old white feel
sehind, shod all round new shoes before
Appraised TO $50.
| Also one brindle COW. taken up by w.
Lindsey, marked with a crop & slit in each
ear and under BIZ in the LETT No marks on
the vearling. Also one red COW with a
while back, and some white in her face and
fanks, marked swallow fork liz each ear &
branded on the right hip with S l., has a
yearIin. the same flesh marks, no brauds nor
marks. Also one black steer, branded on
the left hip with triangle and swallow
fork in each ear. Also one dun stear, With
white in his face. crop in the left and swal-
ow fork in the right ear. Appraised to
$50
Also one lot of hogs, taken up by Viii
liam ID. Stewart, viz: 2 large spotted bar
rows black SONS with some young pigs
marked with a Smooth crop off each ear,
and half moon IN the right. unmarked
sows one black and one spotted. some three
or more shoats unmarked, about SIX months
old, al appraised to $50
Also QUE brown mare mule, taken up oy
five miles east of North Mt,
Pleasant, marked with the gear, or 5
years old. about 3 l-2 hands high. Ap
praised 10 So.
By James Walker, in Holly Springs, one
mare mule, light dun color. dark stripes
around the legs and across the shou der, old
A Appraised to Sl3 so cents.
Also one bull yearling, taken up by J. D;
brindle sides, unmarked suppos.
ID TO be about 2 years old. Appraised to ST.,
20 cents Also one stear yearling. white
md red color, marked with under halfcrop |
n the right and smooth crop off'the left ear,
years old next spring. Appraised 70 81, |
20 cents.
Persons having Tne ABOVE properly IN IneIr
would do well TO attend as the law
will be strictly enforced against all who violate
J. Ii. SWAN Ranger.
Jan. 5. le43.-
Holly Springs gazette., 1844-01-19
NIL lAE.

THE undersigned having on the d,day
of October le43, obtained from the Probate
Court Of Marshall County. Mississippi, Let
tiers of administration upon all and singular,
the goods, chattels aud estates OF William
Patrick, decd All persons having claims
gainst The estate of said decd, are therefore.
hereby requested TO exhibit the same within
he time limited By law, or The same will be
AIRED Those indebted 10 said estate are
eouested to make immediate payment.
b CT LAWREN nee. Admir-.
Dec. %, 1343-h
Holly Springs gazette., 1844-01-19
Anderson s. Orne
In Equity.
John Grain ct al.

John Grain ct al.
UPON opening the matters of this Bill, and il
appearing the satisfaction of the court that the
defendants John Grain, Martha Grain, and New
ell Grain, are not residents of the State Of Mis-
sisspPi, but reside beyond the limits thereof, so
that the ordinary process of this court cannot be
the court that unless the said defendants appear
at the next term Of this court 10 be held on the
first Monday of March next at the Court house
in Holly Springs, and plead answero or demur 10
the Bill of complaint, The same will be taken for
confessed az to Them, and set for hearing ez mar
&c: And on motion o! the complainants by their
SOLICITOR it is ordered by the court that copy Of
this orderbe inserted in the "Gazette'' newsra-
per published in the town OF Holly Springs,
Test A. It. CARUTHERS, Clerk
BY GEORGE WEST ID. c.
October 25th, ls42.-6w.
Holly Springs gazette., 1844-01-19
TxECUTOR's NOTICE.

ALL persons will take notice that on the
4th Monday of February next. the under
signed. who is one of The executors of the
estate OF Col, James Aston. deceased. will
surrender to the Probate court of Marshall
County Miss, his executorship. and all his
authority as executor of said James Aston,
deceased. and at the same time, he will set
tie with said court so far as his exec utorship
has extended, PHILIP ALSTON,
one of the Executors.
Dec. l. 1873