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The northern galaxy. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1844-1848, 1844-04-10
HE GALAX Y.
MIDDLEBURY:
Wednesday April 10 ,1s44.
ANNEXATION.

We have not glanced upon single wing
paper which has not met the project of annex
alton with the most stern disapprobation and
in almost every instance with tokens OF start
ling adherence. 1t is truly honorable, as
well as characteristic of the wing editors to
speak out promptly and independently upon
any measure, without stopping to weigh its
political bearings. They look to this in the
light of principle alone, and promptly con-
denim it as foul and fatal conspiracy to fas-
ten the curse of slavery forever upon the
country. But how singularly is all this in
contrast with the temper Of the locofOco press.
Its tame suhserviency to party converts it in
to mere paroque;, which meekly utters on
ly the sentences which the political leaders
put into its mouth. Its natural predictions
are evidently for annexation as appears from
the tones of some of the more daring of its
journals, and the singular levity, which in
others, occasionally interrupts the sullen ST.
lence which generally prevails. The Albany
Argus turns off this gravest Of all subjects
with Jest, and talks about it as mere whig
gossip got up for political effect. The Mont
pelier Patriot, the best expositor of l1cofoco-
ism in Vermont, thinks we can get along
even if Texas is admitted, and doubtless the
Age would excuse itself from commissions
should such disasterous event ever be con-
summated. The loco legislatures of New
York, Maine and Pennsylvania are most wc-
fully perplexed TO find out what to do, and
have each, after painful struggles rejected
resolutions introduced by wings to remon-
strate against the annexation. In the mean
time it seems to be fully ascsrtained by the
correspondent of the Tribune, that but sim
gle wing Senator if any, will vote for this &C
cursed project. We are further given to I'M
derstand by the friends of Mr.. Clay, and the
Louisville Journal, supposed to know the
views of this gentleman, that he is unqual-
ifiedly opposed to the treaty contemplated by
Mr.. Tyler. 1t is believed by some that Mr..
Van Buren, will at last fad it cxpedient to
to come out with peremptory denunciation
ofthe fatal project. But this conjecture is
hardly credible. Principle has no sway in
his bosom, and as far as in his power, his pol
icy will be to maintain mysterious silence.
Like the poor ass, distracted between two
opposite attractions for his appetite, he will
find himself compelled to maintain "mas-
terly Inactivity" But will the people of any
party entertain predictions for this wonder
full non-commiualist, and be anxious to en-
trust power to a man who refuses to avow
his sentiments upon subject Of vastly more
consequence to the country than any ever ag-
itated since the early struggles of the repub-
lie. Time alone can determine.
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ourselves. II may to some be an object
to put in Mr. Van Buren, ; but surely this
is to none, so great an object, that to eli
ect it if they will be willing TO loose III
cents on every pound of wool which they
raise. But further: we say that you will
be- fatally injured by this proposed act
as under il the manufacture of wooens
in this country is rendered impracticabe,
and thus your home market is efiectualIy
cut off. The duties under the two acts
are as follows
Present duty. Proposed.
Wooden manufactures, 0pr ct. 3Opr Ct
do Venetian, soc pr sqyd. 30 prct
Blankets costing under Toe, 10 pr Ct ~ pref
Flannels, Baizes, Sc. l4c pr sqyd, 80 prct
Bear then in mind that not only are the
specific duties all abolished, but that the
ad valorem duty is to be fixed by the for.
eign importer, whose direct interest 1t is
10 swear it down, to avoid the duty.-And
what, ask, does the new protection aim
cunt TO 7 How, under such bill, can the
WOODEN manufacturer prosper 7 How, I'M
der such bill, can your home market be
surtainedl But you may be told that the
home market is Of small account. Let us
see. By the last census, the whole num-
Der of persons engaged in.woolenmanufac~
lures in the United States, was ST.
BAL. Estimating that each one of these
has, on an evarage, four persons depen-
dant on him for support. there arc TWO
HUNDRED THOUSAND consumers
whom The farmer is to supply; and as
Stunning that each one consumes of agri-
cultural products 80 cents worth per
week, the annual sales of the farmer to
this class alone, will amount TO the sum
of $4,000. 600. Add to this the numer-
Gus wooden factories throughout the coun-
try; the immense amount of capital en-
barked in the business, (being not far
from 5,O0O,O00,) and tho immense
amount of wool which they consume and
we can properly appreciate the benefits to
the Farmer, of that Home Market which
Mr. Van Buren,, through McKay's bill, is
seeking to destroy. Let then the FAR
MER awake TO his true interest, and re-
garding government in its true light, as
merely an institution to advance the pros
perity of the People and protect their in
terests, let him throw men aside and GO
for those measures which will most mater
tally promote his own prosperity.
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THE PUBLIC LANDS.

By the Report of the Commissioner OF
the General Land Office it seems that the
sales fof the last year amounted to more
than 2 millions of dollars, exceeding the
sales of the previous year by more than
100000. This result proves that when
industry is protected, agriculture is ex-
tended and the new lands occupied. An
other fact is worth remembering were
the Wing Distribution bill now in force.
Vermont would receive in a round sum
$4,000. Tyler has cheated US Of that,
and the present locofoco House has pass
ed a bill TO rob US IN future.
f T 9
Paul Dillingham; jr. voted for the re-
peal of the Distribution Law. Remem-
Der this -Watchman.
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TO BALTIMORE, TO BALTIMORE.

The Baltimore Committee have sent on,
another warm and urgent invitation to the
young wings Of the Union to assemble on
the 2nd day of May, to ratify the proceedings
of the great National Wing Convention ca
the 1st of May. The hospitalities of the city
are again generously rendered ali who naJ
assemble. They say tour homes are as opea !!
receiye them IS our hearts aciH be to CINE h..a
'eelcome." Let the young men OF tho nation
then gather to Baltimore. Let the Green
Mountains furnish their quota. Let our
young men enlist spiritedly in the discharge
of SO grateful duty. Steam Boat and Rail
Road fares are moderate. Delegates will be
conveyed from Burlington to Whitehall for
half price. Other Rail Roads advertise a re-
duction of half price for three days previeas
and as many succeeding the convention. Tho
wings in Chittsnden County are preparing
for large delegation. Are those young msa
designated in Addison County ready for tho
excursion. Let tho delegates appointed rec
ollect that they are expected first TO 60. and
that they are also empowered to appoin; 9th
er delegates. The quota OF Vermont is d.
But to win the splendid prize banner she
must send more. A glowing description Of
the banner is going the rounds Of tbs %
pers, as also the terms upon which i, is to ! 9.
won. Notwithstanding our distance TIE
terms are adapted to our condition. Who
goes to Baltimore. Make ready.
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ANOTHER PARTY SLAHDER NAILED. The
editor of the Now Orleans Bee, in reply
to letter from tine editor of the Hartford
journal, inquiring into the truth of the
story so industriousIy circulated by the
Loco Foco papers in Connecticut and
elsewhere. in theiinfamous Tract No. 4, !
to the effect that parade and procession
was got up in New Orleans on Sunday
in honor of Mr. Clay, thus exposes the
the miserable fabrication Let us see if
those who have given currency to the lie
will have the honesty to publish the cor
rection:
New ORLEANS, FEBRUAEY %, 1874.
Dear Sir: Yonr letter has Just been re-
ceived. The statement to which you al
Jude, TO wit, "that on the oath of Decem.
Der Sunday there was a parade, music,
military and banners, occasioned by the
presence of Mr. Clay in this city," is a
sheer fabrication.
MIR Clay arrived here on the evening
of the %, and but for the accidental pres.
ence of myself and gentleman from the
county (Col. Sparks,) on the Levee at the
time, or he would have had to gone to his
lodgings alone. He left the boat BY him.
self, and before his arrival was made
known in the city, in order to avoid par.
ade, when hs vas met by the gentlemen.
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Mr. PHELPS SPEEcH.-It is.ns.le
and lucid argument in support of the Tur-
if. His positions are bold, and sustained
with frank and fearless spirit. No qual.
iiications. No mincing the demand of full
and fair protection to American labor. No
covering before the domineering spin. Of
of the South, who are told plainly that 4
fTariff for Protection will never be absn,
doned. Let this speech be Carefully
read.
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lie is avOwedIy the qnti-Lc7i6 ca.lia,,.
the party which supports him, the 49,: 'aa
Parfy' Every intelligent citizsn 49,. y
ieel deeply that there is now di,,in. s':' %
presented to them, on one side of VIII. J, '''a'
rayed Martin Van Buren, and hi, e,r. d.
and on the other the Wing party wi,h w rs
~ Clay at their head. The locos in ,''N-
OF Congress are arcusing heir m,pb,;os. Ou'
ergies against the tariff. The vb;,. w.
lying to a man to preven, its over,,,r. '''-
The power Of party machinery is now b.,
in contact with principle of policy IS 81
which the masses Of the people p,,c. ,i r1n
fondest hopes of prosperity. I,wilb. =.
cred into atoms. Both parties in ths Is.is,
ture of Pennsylvania have almost un,,;,s. ','-
lY put on the seal of condemnation mar ~
desperate measure of repeal. Connect.
has now completely repudiated this inf,mon
project. And when the mighty s,rugsls 49,,
have past, we trust a glorious iriumnh -,
be awarded TO the great cause Of Ara.-,...
protection.
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YORK STATE.

Town Elections in the State Of N. Yo,,
come in most triumphantly for the rbis,
In the west tho whigs are pushing forv,r,
their legions with vigOr never surpassed r.
any canvass that has ever occurred IT,
avowed hostility of Martin Van Buren, Ia ii,
present tariff has opened tho eyes of the zen
pie to the selfishness neutrality-suspicious.
agogue- Every thing falls before the s,aud,,l
Inscribed with CLAY g. PROTECTION
The last Evening Journal is filed with AZ.
counts of cheering wing victories. Its hard
ly credible how uniformly the scales which
PrePOnderatsd against the wings last year On.
reversing. Clear the way &c. is the uriys,-
sal cry.
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Wool MARKETING learn that during
the present week large lot of first quality
Saxony wool has been sold in this country
for SO cents cash. This is the best sale
that has been made this season, and shows
among many other instances, how that
rascalIy "black tariff is running" the
farmers, as the Locofocos say Pough.
Eaole.
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"Who are the fri ends of Protection."-
the votes of a party are pretty good indi
cations of the Opinions of 2 party. Sup
pose we thy the Loco party in that test
Let us take the matter of the Tariff. WHIT
voted against it.
Every Locofoco from Maine.
Every Locofoco from New Hampshire.
Every Locofoco from Maryland.
Every Locofoco from Virginia.
Every Locofoco from North Carolina.
Every Locofoco form South Carolina.
Every Locofoco from Georgia.
Every Loeofoco from Alabama.
Every Locoloco from Louisiana.
Every Locofoco from Tennessee.
Every Locofoco from Kentucky.
Every Locofoco from Illinois.
Every Locofoco from Missouri.
Every Locofoco from Arkansas.
Every Locofoco from Ohio.
Every Locofoco from Indiana.
Every Locofoco from Mississippi.
Every Locofoco from Connecticut
There was but one, it is true, at that
time, from this State, and that was "Perry
Smith," gentleman well known as the
"Man in the corner" But his vote, the
Hartford Times declared, was approved
By his friends"
If there wos any further confirmation
needed of the hostility of Locofocoism to
this measure, it could be found in the
votes of the present delegation from this
State against protection Hart. Jour.
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The Army Retrenchment bill was again
taken up. The motion to abolish the office
of Major General was rejected by large ma
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FOR GOVERNOR.

Wing majority, -
Wing majority in join, ballot, 06 LAT
year Loco,
Last year Cleveland the loco Governor had
1895 votes more than Baldwin. Now the Ia'-
ter has plurality of 1884 over the former OF
about that number,-so that the whig gain
nearly 5000. Last year the wings had 5S'i-
ators, the locos 16 now the wings have 10 0a'
of the 81. Last year there was majority o.
80 locos in the house. This year there Isl
wing majority of Is on that body,
The fruits of the victory says the IrounI
are l. Two U. S. Senators, one for four am
the other for six years ensuing. Hon. Jsnn
M. Niles has now been kept out of his seat 0!
insanity for four months, leaving the State Du'
half represented. II viii not, Of course -
allowed to remain so.
2. The State Officers, including 5uoss''
Sherifs, &c. &c. The Wings have been Ge'
prived of even show of,particiPatloe IN ll1
Government for the last two years; they VIII
speak for themselves now.
8. The Moral effect upon the Pubic ooS
ti,neut of the Union cannot be oVer-estIInalsu'
The struggle has been for great National on
;ects. with the whole People as intensely ID,
;;erestsd witnesses. The triumph will ssns
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CONNECTICUT REDEEMED.

1t is glorious result, and should call forth
burst of joyful reclamation from every pa
riotic wing in the Union, that old Ccnneciica,
is redeemed. Cur wing brethren there should
be crowned with the brightest laurels. Fora
month past the eyes of tho whole Union have
been fixed with intense gaze upon the land Of
steady habits in full confidence that full vote
would insure wing victory. Never was there
a more complete canvass on both sides. Tho
entire poll hardly falls shor, of 10000,
thousand moro than in 1910. No choice h
% towns, the eject of Third partyi.m. Tbs
result, was as follows:
FOR GOVERNOR.
Baldwin, Wing, 1898
Cleveland. Loco, 1924
Third party and scattering, 1903
Baldwin wants 725 votss to
elect him.
Wings. Is
Locos,
Wing majority, II
REPRESENTATIVES,.
Wings, %
Locos, 70
Wing majority, -
Wing majority in joint ballot 20 L"'
year Loco,
Last year Cleveland the loco GoTsrnor'hs
=.
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Mr.. Hopkins introduced bill to punish
all those who should carry mail matter fol
pay out of the mails-read and referred.
Independent Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1842-1844, 1844-08-21


ing of fifteen persons, who shall make the
Iescessary arrangements for The occasion
and also that they fix on some suitable
place near or in the vicinity Of Vernon
for the festive location.
The Chair made the following appoint
menis to fill the committees above named.
Committee of correspondence and in
yitation, DIR. VIM. l.. Baltour, VIM. ]
benson, DIR. G. w. Pickering.
Committee of arrangement, John II
Cheatham, VIM. Gariley, jesse Mabry,
Thomas Richards, John M. Robb, w. III
Wellington, W. l.. Balfour, A. B. Man
ming, c. R. Balfour, A. l.. Porter, o. F
Pack, d. McNeily, T. f. Bradshaw, VIM
J. benson, and C. B. Green.
Resolped, That the Independent Dem.
ocrat, Canton, Southern Reformer, and
Mlssissippian, Jackson, vicksburg Senti.
mel, and Natchez Free Trader, be reques.
ted TO publish the above proceedings.
The meeting then adjourned.
WILLIAM benson, SEN, Gin.
GEORGE, w. PICKERING, Se'ty.
Independent Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1842-1844, 1844-08-21
For the Independent Democr


Mr.. Editor:-It was the remark of a
venerable man, that "lhe world was gov
erned more by sound than sense" There
is too much truth in this remark, and it
is strikingly exemplified, in the present
strife OF political parties. Are the peo-
Pile to be governed, intimidated, dragoon-
ed, hoodwinked, and made the dupes of
party and personal interests, by the sound
of martial music, the roar of cannon, pea
geantry, revelry. Misrepresentation and
personal abuse? Has such deterioration
taken place in this enlightened republic
Has calm reflection, sober reason, ration
al investigation, candor and sound sense,
ceased 10 have their influence? Are
statesmen, philosophers, christians, clergy
men, and reckless ranters TO commingle,
and worse than senseless sound. like a
hurricane, sweep over our once peace
full community, and leave morality, reli-
gion and liberty wreck? "a word to
the WISE REFLECTION
Independent Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1842-1844, 1844-08-21

A
adverse to the Annexation of Texas. AZ
far as the letieris confined TO this object y
is unexceptionable, and, we may ado, gra-
living. The remainder of the eplstle,
for Mr.. Clay's own sake, had better been
omitted. as Il was certainly uncailed for.
The structures which it contains on GER
lain demonstrations made by individuals
in South Carolina, seems to us emlnently
unjust, when taken in connection with
the fact that the very resolutions to which
he alludes, without word Of censure or
reprobation, as having been adopted by
the States OF Massachusetts and Vermont,
breath a spiri of disloyalty and want of
affection for the Union hundred fold
more alarming than anything which has
transpired at the South. To threaten dis
union in connection with the Texas or
any other question, is reprehensible IN the
extreme, come from what quarter it may;
but no impartial observer or commentator
can impute the blame of introducing so
unpatriotic a sentiment into the discussion
of the Texas question TO any man, body
of men, or State at the South. John
Quincy Adams, Daniel Webster, and the
Legislative assemblies Of the States of
Massachusetts, and Vermont are RESPONSE
BILE for first bringing the words "Texas"
and "disunion'' into jux,aposition, and
every sincere homily on the subject ought
first 10 call those citizens and States TO
account, and then apply the rod to such
people at the South as were thoughtless
enough TO retort in similar strain.''
Independent Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1842-1844, 1844-08-21

being missent and received by improper
routs, cannot account for the habiIual
occurrences of this kind, though deem
il proper 10 mention that the mail passe ed
twice on route 1907, carrying with II the
papers which should have gone on route
5000, on account of my not waking at
the noise Of the driver-with these Two
exceptions, there can be no blame attach
ed to this office. As to the offices above
this place, let them answer for themselves,
and avoid giving me the trouble of sending
back from ten TO twelve packages almost
every mail. sometimes receive packa.
ges from Jackson which should go below
or east. am not surprised at this, know
ing how much | am sometimes hurried
when there is a large mail to open, and
there is great difficulty in making proper
distribution in the time the law allows,
and prevent the driver from leaving the
mail as he did on the 2lst of July last by
my having very large mail to distribute,
although he was an hour in advance ofhis
time. In conclusion | can only say TO
you, and the post master at jackson, and
TO those interested that all papers and let
iers sent TO this office will be as they have
been, properly sent and without delay.
Yours respectfully,
S. l.. MOSBY, Asst P. M.
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TRUSTEES SALE.

DY virtue of the provisions Of deed
I'D of trust to the undersigned, ,execu-
led on the Goth day Of April, l641, by
Haly Cotton and Mapsey L., his wife, for
the benefit of the President and Directors
of the Commercial Bank Of Natchez and
William l.. Balfour, for Considerations in
said deed of trust specified; recorded, June
10Th. 1871, IN the Probate Clerks office
Of Madison County Mississippi, in book
Of Deeds II. pages 524-25.and 26. will
proceed TO sell 2
On Monday The III day Of October nert,
Tor cash, to the highest bidder in front'of
the Court house door in Canton Madison
county Mississippi, the following describ-
ed tract ofland lying in said county, viz:
The south east quarter and east half of
the southwest quarter Section 81 Town
ship ! ! Range 3 east, containing 24O
Acres, be the same more or less. The
title to said land is believed to be good,
but the undersigned will only convey such
title as is invested in him by. said deed Of
trust.
JOHNS S. TUCKER, Trustee.
March, 80, l644-2s-6m
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The letter below should have been pub.
lished last week, but was excluded with a
press of other matter, for want of room.
Posr OFFICE, CANTON Mi. Aug. 5, Is44.
Editor of the Creole:-SrR, have just
read letter 10 The Southern Reformer
Of Aug Sd, ADDRESSED to Col. Smy,h by
Mr.. Hobbs, post master at jackson, in
which he yindicaies the Office at that
place from any negligence or default Of
duty: but from his frequent reference 10
this place, it might be presumed he did
not regard this office as entitled to equal
immunity. A brief statement j think,
will show that the charge Of mistake,
negligence or ignorance, does not rest
here. The letter says that the Reformer
has frequently complained of late, of the
irreguarity of its reception at the offices
on rout 500. from Jackson to Columbus.
This can easily be accounted for, as far
as this Office is concerned. The Reformer
is printed on Saturday and heretofore
seldom reached this office before Tues
day, consequently it does not reach Sha-
ron, only thirty miles, and the Offices
above before Thursday, almost week
from the time it is printed. The delay
occurs in this way-the mail leaves here
for Columbus on Monday morning, and
returns Tuesday, on Wednesday it rests
-of course papers and letters do not leave
until Thursday. MIR. Hobbs is aware
that this has been the practice of the
Southern Reformer heretofore and should
have mentioned this fact in his letter.
For the truth of thus statement, appeal to
tic subscribers at this place. As to mails
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NEGROES FOR SALE.

TDY virtue of decree Of the superior
Id Court of Chancery of the State of
Mississippi, passed June, 9Th, 1914, in
the case Of James Gordon, senior, against
Isam E. Watkins and others, the under
signed commissioner, appointed by said
decree, will expose to public sale on
Monday, the 26h day of AuguSt nert
to the highest bidder for cash, at the court
house door at Canton, Madison county,
Mississippi, during The legal hours of
sale, the following negroes, viz: Edmund,
Dinah, Louisa and her two infant chill
dren, Isabella and boy Charles. Upon
the payment of the purchase money such
titles will be made TO the purchasers as
are authorized by the deere, believed to
be undoubted.
JESSE BROWN, Com'r.
June %, 1874 4l-lOt