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a Senator Of tho U. S. for several years, was
always strenuous on side OF law, order, q the
Constitution-whilea as private man, With
out stint 10 the cause Of Morals, Education,
Philanthropy and Religion.
Governor Meicalfe Of KY then spoke for
HENRY CLAY and Kentucky and the Wings Of
the Union, in speech full Ofhumog and good
sense. The contrast drawn between him and
Van Buren, made tho welkin ring, while the
bonds Of Union which should keep the States
together were pictured forth in a manner
which touched all hearts. These States, said
Mr.. Melcalfe, will lock arms for HENRY CLAY,
and HENRY CLAY has an arm aud heart that
can reach all ofthem.
Mr.. Berrien of Georgia, who had been call
cd out many times, reluctantly rose, because
unwilling 10 detain those around him. Mr.
B. said he could cordially thank his Creator for
tho work which had been this day dons. ]
can cay, said Mr.. b. have lived long enough
when | have seen an assembly 50 enlighten-
ed ESQ determined and patriotic as this. His
heart sWelled with gratitude TO the Giver oil
all good for the scenes around him.
Mr.. b. spoke ieelinglv Of the Union and Of
the nominations made, aud he trusted that
the approving voice ofthis Convention would
be sanctioned by the approving voice oil hea~
vea.
Mr.. Lawrence of Mass. proposed the thanks
Of this Convention for the elegant hospitality
provided by citizens of Baltimore, to the mem
bsrs Of this Convention. The Resolution vas
unanimously agreed to.
sir. Stanley ofN G. was called for and an
swored in few but happy words for old Rip
IAN WiHkie.
Mr.. Leigh Of Virginia could not get of with
out few words for the "Old DomiHion."-
lie spoke encouragingly for the State he came
from, and amusingly of John Tyler.
The Wing Editors Of Baltimore were thank
ed by Resolution for the facility they had af-
forded in communicating intelligence TO the
People
MIR. J. Johnson Of Ohio said word in con-
r'usion, when loud and long and many cheers
foIllvel for Henry clay and Tteodore Ere
kUghvyscH.
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lean people for the Presidency. But, strange
10 say, since the result of the late elections,
a 'schange has came Ger the spirit Of their
minds. and nosO, the Natehez Free Trader
and its kindred prints, in this section of the
Union, are sndeaV orng to prove to the Peo-
pie that MI. Clay is no stronger friend to the
Tariff than Mr. Van Buren,. This is indeed
strange feature in the locofoco code of poll
tics, but any hing to sustain their cause.
Well, now let us see how the assertion OF
the Free Trader and Mr.. Van Buren's Own
uievs of the Tariff win gingle together
Here is Mr.. Van Buren's letter which we
presume does not lie.
van Buren's opinion of the present Tariff.
The letter published by the Richmond En-
uuirer places this opinion OH record, without
equivocation, and it is well to kept in mind:
ALBANY, Feb, %, 1913.
"My Dear Sir:-I thank you very kindly
for your friendly letter. l HAVE AT NO
TIME, NOR ANY WHERE HESITATED
TO EXPRESS MY DECIDED DISAPPRO-
BATON OF THE TARIFF ACT OF THE
LAST SESSION, AS WELL IN RESPECT
TO THE PRINCIPLE UPON WHICH IT
Is FOUNDED, AS TO ITS DETAILS. In
good time you will have my views in res
pect TO that and other subjects before the
public. In the mean time, believe me to be
Very sincerely,
Your friend and ob't servant
MARTIN VAN BUREN,"
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Awful and Disastrous CONDENSATION.

We learn from the New Orleans papers,
that one of the most extensive and dsas-
trous fires which has ever occurred in that
city, took place on the 18th inst, consum-
ing about three hundred houses. We give
the following extract from the Picayune:
The attempt 10 picture The scene, while
the fierce element was raging at its widest.
We're impossible. Hougeless unfortunates
were seen rushing through smoke and flame.
and seeking shelter which only proved tenn,
porary, for the flames were again upon them.
Leds and bedding, furniture, groceries-in
short, every thing that could be moved in a
hurry-w as seen piled and thrown together
IN Canal and Common streets, the owners
sitting upon the little wreck that was left 10
them of all their household store. MANY OF
the inmates OF the houses were laboling un-
der sickness and nfrmily, and their eyes
rolled wildly as they were borne from their
homes. Mothers. halt frantic, were search
ing for lost children. Children were rush
ng,with loud screams. seeking their parents
in every face. All was confusion and des-
pair; but the most distressing sight of all, per-
haps, was the removal Of the sick from :he
Malson de Sante. God grant we may never
be called upon 10 witness such spectacle a.
gain.
AT little past o'clock the FIRE had sub
sided-spent itself for want OF farther food to
consume. TO attempt to give a list ofsufTer-
ers, or the amount Of property destroyed
would be impossible. Hundreds of citizens
have been left without shelter, and the loss
has unfortunately fallen mostly upon poor
but industrious families, many of whom own
ed the small but comfortable dwellings in
which they resided. Along Canal street, lie
tween IRENE and Robertson streets, stood
number ollarge elegant, and costly brick res
licences. all of which are DESTROYED. Their
bIackened walls are some Of them still stand
ing; bat as on the other paris Of the burnt
district the houses were mostly of wood, no.
thing now greets The eye OF the beholder
save an immense forest of chimnes-all else
being burnt smooth with the ground. We
| can l;ken the appearance Of this unfortunate
section OF our city to refining save new
field, just brought into cultivation, and on
which the heavy trees have been deadened
and shorn ottheir branches and tops, but still
left standing-sad mementoes of what they
were in their freshness and pride.''
2. 5. Since writing The above we have
heard it stated that the number of houses de-
stroyed will not fall short of faoo hundred and
eighty and many think that three hundred
will lot cover the entire number.
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OF THAT REPUBLIC AND ACT AS CIR
MIGHT REQUIRE AND
HAD ALSO ORDERED A NAVAL FORCE
TO VERA CRUZ, TO REMAIN OFF THAT
PORT, AND PREVENT ANY NAVAL Elk.
petition OF MEXICO, IF ANY SUCH
SHOULD BE ATTEMPTED, FROM FRO
CEEDlNG AGAINST TEXAS! thus are
the rumored 'stipulations' with Texas, re-
ierred to in our preceding remarks, confirm
ed, and the extraordinary fact rendered
certain, that the President has, on his sole
authority, taken a step equivalent to waging
sudden and open war on friendly and un-
ofedlg nation. We have not time this late
hour OF the night, for further comment on so
extraordinary procedure
The TroPic, after remarking at some length
on the above, in a severe but patriotic man
ner, concludes thus:
" If there is any virtue yet left in the ma
tional councils-if the peoples representa-
tIves cherish any regard for the Constitution
Ii they bear about them any of the soul
stirring recollections of our elden renewn;
for this act of lawless power, for this mon
strous usurpaticn, John Tyler will be i'm
peached and driven in disgrace from the
proud station he defIes."
''Ihem's our sentiments
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Cotton Blooms.

We received, on Monday last, fiom gen.
tlemen in this place, the following note, &C.
companied with a full grown cotton bloom:
YAzoo CRY, MAY 81, 1874.
James A. StdOcns, Esq;
Dear Sir,-I send you, accompanying this,
"a Cotton Bloom" which | received this
morning from Mr.. Thomas c. Garrett, over.
seer on the plantation of the estate Of Jos.
Sessions.
Mr.. Garret mentions in his note to me,
that there are many blooms on the pIanta~
ton; and whilst riding over this morning
to see how matters were progressing, with
his gun on his shoulder he jumped fine
old "Buck" which Ito use his own words)
he laid cold before he made many jumps
But, alas! for you and me, he sent us no
evidence of the facts
have visited, within few days, this
plantation, and can say, that | think MIR.
G's. prospects for good crop is not second
to any that have seen in this county.
Respectfully yours,
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Sentiments Of Henry Clay.
EXTRACTS FROM HIS SPEECHES.

EXTRACTS FROM HIS SPEECHES.
81 shall stand erect, with spirit uncon-
quered. whilst life endures, ready to second
the eXertlons OF the people in the cause Of
Liberty, The Union and National Prosperity"
"The colors that float at the mast head
should be the credentials Of our seamen."
No portion of our population is more 10y
al to the Union, than the hardy freemen of
the west; they cling to it as their best, their
greatest, their last support"
'Ihe glorious banner Of our country. with
It's unstained stars and stripes, still proudly
floats al its mast head-with sterling hearts
and strong arms, We can surmount all our
tifhcultles. Let US rally around that banner,
and hrmly resolve 10 perpeluate our liber-
81 have no fears for the safety of the Uni
on; whist our liberties are preserved, it is a
tough and strong cord, as all will find
VINO shaiI pFesumP1uously attempt to break
"o9r agricultural is our greatest interest;
II ought ever 10 predominant. and all others
should bend toit.''
The measure OF The wealth Of a nation is
indicated BY the measure of lis protection Of
its industry"
Merchants, mechanics traders, laborers,
never cease TO recoIlectfhat without freedom
Jou can have no commerce, or business, or
that without laws, you can have no security
for permanent liberty
This government is to last, trust, for
ever; We may at least hope it will endure
until the waves of population, cultivation,
and intelligence, shall have washed the
Rocky Mountains, and mingled with the Pa
cifc.''
''Narions, like men, fail in nothing which
they boldly attempt, when sustained by vir-
tuous purposes and firm resolution"
"Let US create a home market, to give
further scope to the eonsumptios of the pro.
duce Of American industry"
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of the Baltimore Whig Con.

Proceedings of the Baltimore Wing Con"
vention.
We publish in to>day's paper, the pro-
ceedings Of the Baltimore National Wing
Convention, believing that we could not
publish any thing containing more interest
than these proceedings. Although many
of our readers have read them, yet, there
are many who have not. 1t is almost USE
less for US TO say any thing commendatOry
Of the proceedings, as they speak for them
selves; they breathe the spirit OF patriotism
in every word, and it is impossible for US
10 give our readers any idea Of the deep
enthusiastic feeling that must have pervad-
cd every breast Of the countless multitude
that were there assembled. This Conven>
ton was no ordinary assemblage of men,
convened for the attainment of mere per>
sonal objects; but a noble convocation of
the experience, the wisdom, and the charac-
ter Of the nation, for the purpose Of rescu~
ing our government from the reproach un~
der which it has fallen, and staying that
reckless misrule which is prostraiing all
that is pure, and holy, and lovely in our
land. 1t was a body whose rolls were a.
durned with names that have illustrated our
country and our age There were men
there, as delegates, whose whilened locks
told of experience in ife's affairs-men on
whose countenances might be traced the
lines of thought, and men whose names
arc linked with some of the brightest
achievements in the history of our country.
Such were the men who had assigned TO
them the important and delightful duty Of
presenting to the American people suitable
candidates to be sustained for the highest
Offices in their gift, and molly did they dis.
charge that duty, in presenting HENRY
CLAY and THEODORE FRELINGHUY,
SEN.
The Baltimore papers are filled with
glowing descriptions Of the proceedings of
the Ratification Convention. 1t is spoken
of by them as a scene fas surprising any
thing that was ever before witnessed in this
country. The nominations of the previous
day were fully ratified. And when the
names of CLAY and FRELINGHUYsEN were
announced as the result of the deliberations
Of the Convention Of the day previous, the
air was rent with the joyful shouts Of the
thousands who were there present.
The proceedings Of the Ratification Con-
venlion are too lengthy for publication in
our paper, but we will, from time to time,
give such extracts as we may deem Of in>
terest 10 our readers,
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Mr.. Clay and the Tariff.

It is truly amusing to see to what schemes
the locolocO papers resort TO sustain their
sinking cause and the declining prospects Of
Mr.. Van Buren,. But short time since they
viifyed and abused Mr.. Clay on account
OF his Tariff principles, and strained every
nerve to convince the people that the tariff
would "ruin The country and as Mr.. Clay
was the warm friend Of the present Tariff he
ought not to receive the support Of the Amer
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AstronomicaI Lectures.

The Rev. c. X. MARSHALL, commenced
his Lectures on Astronomy, in this place, on
Monday evening last, but owing TO the in-
clemency Of the weather, was compelled to
postpone them until next week-he will re~
sumo his Lectures on MONDAY EVENING
next. We attended Mr.. Marshall's first Lee
ture, and were really much gratifed, We
hope that those Of our citizens who have not
attended TIE first course, will avail themo
selves of the opportunity Of attending his
next lectures.
We are requested to state, that Mr.. Mar
shall viii preach in this place, at the Metho~
dist Church, on next Sabbath morning at l l
o'clock.
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From The N. Q. Tropic.
Important from Washington
The Outrage COnsuEnated.

1t will not be forgotten by our readers,
that some weeks since we noticed and COM
mented upon the rumor, in such terms as
we thought it deserved, that Tyler had orr
dered squadron of II sail TO assemble in
the Gulf of Mexicol Assuming the states
ment to be true, we denounced the move-
ment as a lawles proceeding, intended to
overaw Mexico and embfoil US in war with
that power. We were not mistaken as to
the correctness of our information, or the
objects expected TO be accomplished by so
unusual and uncalled for an expedition.
The National Intelligencer, of he 18th
inst, has postscript containing the follow
ing important announcements:
"Late last evening, after an executive ses-
sion Of several hours. the Senate removed
the INDUCTION Of secresy from the treaty, and
documents accompanying il, for the annex
alton Of Texas. We have not, Of course, had
an opportunity of examining these papers,
but we learn orally that, BY A COMMUNE.
CATION FROM THE PRESIDENT YES.
TERDAY, THE SENATE WAS INFORM
ED THAT HE HAD ORDERED A MILL
TARY FORCE TO REPAIR TO THE
FRONTIER OF TEXAS TO OPEN A CON-
ANNEXATION WITH THE PRESIDENT
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TO The PUBLIC,

NHT HEREAS, VIM. LAND, now Captain OF
w the steamer VoIaht, has, understand
put in circulation sundry reports calculated
in their tendency 10 injure The owners of the
steamer Gov MoREHEAD, as Captain feel
il duty which | eve to the Stockholders
as we'll as TO myself, TO pronounce Captain
Lands assertions, viz: "that we on board
The Morehead, were carrying Produce from
Vlcksburg to Yazeo City, and having it seld
there on the boats account, being able. con-
sequently, TO undersell the balance Of the
merchants in that cty''-as base and con-
temptible asehood, as corrupt as it is untrue.
The unenviabIe reputation Captain Land has
already acquired in the eyes of the truths
loving community, would be reason sufficient
for me TO treat with silent contempt these
petty resorts 10 gain a patronage, but know
ing these SANDERS will reach the ears Of the
disinterested in either boat. TAX e this method
of cautioning the public TO deter their iuds~
meat and give me a fair show which is all
desire and at the same time request them
in order to satisfy themselves to come n
board and examine our books and bills of
Produce.
JAMES GARLAND,
Captain Steamer Gov. Morehead.
YaZoo City, Nav 81 I844. 47-;f
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BIO HAD

RE RS. MELLAN, would inform her
w friends and the public, that she has
taken the dwelling part of the House known
as the Comm rciaL Bank, where she is pre-.
pared to receive and accommodate Regular
and Transient Boarders. Her House is
large and commodious, and she trusts that
she will be able to accommodate her friends
to their entire satisfaction.
Yazoo city, MAY "a, ls44. 46-tf.
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COM MERCIAL


From The n. Q. Tropic Of May IS, 1874.
CoTTon.-ln our review OF Wednesday morning
last, we observed that there had been moderate
demand for Cotton during the three days proceed
ing, and that prices had closed With great firm
ness. Since then the enquiry. although not ex-
reduced amount on sale, and the peculiar descrip-
ton which purchasers desire. On Wednesday
the sales amounted 10 1890 bales. with a steady
market On Thursday, about 1900 bales were
disposed OF al equally good prices; but yesterday,
owing to the limited quantity offering, only 900
bales changed hands, making a total Of $500
bales for the past three days, and 1900 for tho
week. Most Of the purchases have been for the
continent of Europe, and the market closed firm
ly at our figures
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GS~ We would invite the attention OF our
readers to the advertisement of Messrs.
HoYT, MITCHELL g. Co., Commission Mer.
chants, which will be found in to-day's pa>
per. We have no doubt that persons cons
signing their business to these gentlemen,
will have it well attended to. Try them.
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1000 FOCO pRINCIPLES.

Locorocoism rallies under the banner which
an indignant people have once tramPled in
the dust. "Marlin Van Buren, and the Sub
Treasury; the purse and the sword in The
hands OF the President; no credit; no paper
money; no Tariff. thirty-seven millions a
year public expenses, and nothing 10 pay !;
high salaries to Office holders, and low wages
to laborers; standing army in time Of peace /;
negro testimony in the navy party servility
before public good in the selection Of public
officers and repeal aud reputation Of pub
he engagements and public liabilities"
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o. We are indebted to the kind atten~
ton Of Capt. Garland of the Effort, Mr..
Waters, clerk of the Volant, and Henry R.
Langley, clerk of the Yazoo City, for late
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o. CoEGREss.-Our dates from Washing
ton are up TO the 10Th inst. Nothing of inn
portance, other than the bill for holding the
election for President and Vice President on
the same day throughout the Union, has
passed the House.
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We hope that the next time our friend
Garrett lays Buck "co!d'', he will at least
send as some 'tevidence of the fact"
Ed. WING.
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D-JD NOTICEg-Hereafter the payment
VI for ALL Advertisement will be
due after the first insertiOm-thOse from
a distance MUSE be paid for ina advance
RV, January I, 1S44.
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LIVERPOOL CLASSIFICATION
Louisiana oad M;,,;..,y
ADVERTTSEMENTS rs.
COMPREHENSIVE.

OOE "A GE z e EIIGSEIIE
FENHE undersigned have this day formed
= coparneishp in this city, under The
style Of
BOYT, MITCHELL & CO,
for the transaction Of q FacforGOe and Com
mission Business, and trust thai their expe-
renee, with close attention, will enable them
TO give entire satisfaction to all who entrusL
business TO their care.
HOYT. MITCHELL g. Co.
No. 4, Tchoupitoulas ST.
WATT S. Hovr, of Mobile,
RoBr. +. MITCHELL,
New Orleans. May /, 1914. 47-ISt
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Vvhig principles and Measures,

let. A SOUND NATIONAL CURRENCY,
regulated by tho will and authority Of the Nation.
-. An adequate REVENUE, with fair PRO-
LECTION TO AMERICAN INDUSTRY.
3rt. JUST RESTRAINTS ON THE EXECU-
TIVE POWER. embracing further restriction
on tho exercise Of the VETO.
4th. a faithful administration Of the public
Domain, with an equitable DISTRIBUTIONS OF
THE PROCEEDS Of the sales OF il among all the
States.
5th. An HONEST and ECONOMICAL admin
is'ration OF the General Government, leaving pub
lie officers perfect freedom OF thought aud OF the
right Of suffrage, but with suitable restraints
against improper interference in elections.
9th. An amendment of the Constitution, limit
ing the incumbent Of the presidential Office to a
SINGLE TERN.
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Passengers and shippers may rely upon
this Boat making her regular trips all the
season, as she is of very light draught.-
They may also rely upon the Gov MORE.
HEADS charges being the same In low water
as we'll as high. The Captain pledges him.
self pay strict attention to his business
in every respect, and be punctaal in the
time Of starting, and hopes to receive a Ii
beral share Of patronage.
Yazoo City, May II. 1874, 45-tf
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REGULAR PACKET

Between vicksburg and Yazoo City.
THE light draught and we'll known steam
er Gov. WOrehead, GARLAND, Master.
will ply as regular packet between Yicks-
burg and Yazoo City, making three trips
week, leaving Yazoo City every Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday at ID O'Clock, NJ,
precisely, and will leave Vicksburg on the
alternate days at II M.
The following rates will be charged
throughout the season, of low sOdter as well
as high:
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With respect 10 the station which that portion
Of our population engaged in MECHANICAL
pursuits ought TO occupy in the United States, !
think that al eitizsHs. aaiire and Raturahsed, Wlut
oct any regard 10 their RESPECTIVE yoCATIoNs should
enjoy such confederation IN society as IS due 10 their
ririue and intelligence, their industry, sobrety and
general dcD0rtHeHLr HENRI CLAY.
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+" Let me not be misunderstood-and l
entreat that | may not be MIsREPREsENTED.-
/ am NOT advocating the reUiUaI Of a HIGH
PROTECTIVE TARIFF. AM FOR Add
ING BY THE PRINCIPLES OF THE COM
PROMISE ACT. am for doing what no
Southern man Of fair candid mind ever yet
deniod--eiUHg 10 The couafTy a reUenue t0hich
may provjde far The economical wants Of The
GJUerRmCui, and at The same time giving in
cideAiai protection 10 our home indusiry."-
Speech Of Henry Clay in the United States
Senate, March lst, 1892.
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YAZOO CITY:

D. 81 STEVENS gDlToR-