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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21

Dividing the sum total of feet in grade by the
distance, we find that the Rutland route has an ay-
erage grade of 2635 to every mile, and the Cen
trail l4.I0 feet. Assuming that re-suryey of the
Central route will show equal improvements with
the Rutland, its average grade will not exceed 10
feet to the mile-showing that the average grade
of the Rutland route is far more than double that
of the Central. OF these grades, on each, proba-
bly, half is ascending but for the purpose of COM
parison only, this is immaterial. BY this compare
tive statement it is obvious, not only that the diff
cultes of Mount Holly very great, but also that
the difference of the two roads in the cost of con-
struction and of running and in the facilities for
doing business, is too wide to permit any one to
think for moment of placing the Rutland route
in competition with the Central The friends of
the Rutland route err in overlooking or undertaking
the natural and unavoidable difficulties of their
mountain pass, and err in placing themselves in
the position Of a rival competitor with the Cen
trail 1t was difficult enough to get stock for one
route in Boston the attempt to carry another road
to the same point on Lake Champlain, we think
must inevitably fail. Their chances for success
with a different line would be altogether better;
though we doubt whether any stock, except Og-
densburg, will be taken in Boston the present year.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21

Albert e. Irving was killed by an explosion at
the U. g. Arsenal, Washington, on Thursday last.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21

The Sabbath Convention is in session as we 90
to press, and is well attended, Gov. Slade pre-
Sides
Caledonia Coumty.-Wo anticipate handsome
contest in Caledonia, and regret that the proceed
ings of the Wing Convention have been crowded
out.
~ Let not the Wings of Orange county fail
of making handsome push for Senators. A full
Wing vote will not come amiss.
The Boston ladies are holding lemonade parties
A large punch bowl of water is provided, which is
sweetened by the young ladies all placing their lips
to the brim. The old maids then look into it. and
the lemonade is " done did"
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21

Disastl Gus Steamboat Collision. On the 18th the
steamers London and Kent came in contact on
Lake Erie below Point au Pellce and the Kent
was almost instantly sunk. Eight lives are known
to have been lost, viz:
Rev. James L, Quaw, Bedford, Michigan.
Mr. Chauncey Osborne, Genesee, N. Y.
Mr.. Seth Deming, Berlin, Conn.
Master Bruce Demlng, Galena, w. Il.
James Lowden Ypsilant Michigan.
Two young ladies and boy from near Ypsilan-
II, names not known.
All the officers and hands of the boat and 70
passengers, including 10 children, were saved.
In the list of saved we find the names of David
Tuttle, Miss II, C. Rollins, and Miss r. j, futile
of Vermont. This fatal accident was occasioned
by mistake, the pilot of the London having turned
out upon the wrong side
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21
WAR NEWS.
We find the following in the New Orleans Bee
of The oh inst.
MEXICAN Consulate, }

New orleans, August Stll, 1910
BY order of His EXcellency the President of the
Republic, inform the Mexican citizens residing
in the United States, that His Excellency has dc :.
termined that this Consulate be closed, and that |
return TO Mexico, taking with me its archives, in
consequence of the state Of relations with the
United States. In compliance with this order, |
will this day close my office, and will sail to-mor-
row for Vera Cruz, on board the Mexican schoon-
err Relanpago.
i. DE ARRANGOIZ, Consul.
The Light Artillery from Fort Hamilton on Fri
day commenced putting their guns, &c. on board
the ship Herman bound for Texas. 1t is presumed
the ship sailed yesterday.
The New Orleans Bulletin of the 9th instant
says :-"The Mexican vessel Relampago refused
yesterday to take the mail prepared to send to
Mexico and the Sandwich Islands. We learn that
the other papers in the city have been treated in
the same way. We are at loss to understand the
proceeding, Can it be sulkness? Or is it really
an embargo or declaration of war, made known to
the commander Of the vessel by the Mexican Con-
sui to the commander of the vessel which prohibits
him from the carriage Of American mails? AS
straws show which way the wind blows, perhaps
here may be found true index to our internaion
al relations"
The New Orleans Tropic says, the time of the
departure Of Senior Arrangoz was left wholly to
his own discretion; and that the instructions to
him were predlcated, not upon a dec araion of war;
but upon the present unsettled relations between
the two counties. We understand, too that he
leaves at this time in order TO avoid the gales that
usually occur Ill September.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21


WATCHMAN & JOURNAL
EP WALTON, JR., EDITOR.
MONTPELIER, THURSDAY, AUG. 81, 1874!
WING NOMINATIONS FOR 1916.
ELECTION SEPTEMBER 2.
FOR GOVERNOR,
WILLIAM SLADE.
FOR LIEUT.. GOVERNOR,
HORACE EATON.
FOR TREASURER,
JOHN SPALDING.
FOR S.-BENNINGTON co.
BLACKMAN E. BROWNELL,
ASAHEL HURD.
FOR sENAToRS.-wINDSOR co.
JAMES BARRETT,
JUSTIN MORGAN,
THOMAS Il. BARRETT,
BENJAMIN BILLINGS.
FOR S.-WASHINGTON co.
WILLIAM w. WELLS,
GEORGE w. COLLAMER.
FOR SENATORS.-ORANGE co.
ABEL UNDERWOOD,
CARLOS CARPENTER,
DARIUS PRIDE.
FOR SENATORS.-CALE co.
WELCOME BEMISS,
WILLIAM SIAS.
FOR ENATOR.-ORLEANS co.
ENOCH B. SIMONDS.
FOR ESSEX co.
JONAH BROOKS JR.
FOR SENATOR.-LAMOILLE co.
CORNELIUS LYNDE.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21
NINE DAYS LATER FROM EUROPE.

The llibernia reached Boston on the l7th in ii
days % hours from Liverpool The news Is unn-
portant. Cotton is slightly reduced in price. In
the iron trade more is doing, but prices are still
lower than three months since rails from 80 los to
flO per ton, being reduction of about 25 per Ct
from the top prices in the spring. Crops are re-
ported to be below the average, both in England
and on the continent.
The annexation of Texas has been severely COM
mented upon by the British press, including the
leading organ of the Government The Govern
ment will grant 100000 for the relief of the suf
ferers by fire in Quebec. In Syria affairs seem to
be taking more favorable turn, and it is hoped
that peace will soon be arranged.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21

Brattlc street stables, Boston, were burnt on Fri
day night last and two firemen lost their lives
Several persons were dangerously wounded by
the bursting of gasometer in the Protestant Meth
odist Church, at Allegheny city, Pa, on the 10Th
instant.
Thief Caught A few days since horse was
stolenn Wliston the thief was caught in Wealth
ersfeld, and on Monday brought through here
bound for Chittenden Co. Jail.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21

WING NOMINATIONS FOR 1e45.
ELECTION SEPTEMBER 2.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-08-21

FOR SENATOR.-ORLEANS co.
ENOCH B. SIMONDS.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28
The Episcopal Convention-Progress or the
Churches.

After several days having been consumed In
squabbling, snarling, and unseemly personality the
Episcopal Convention arrived last night al a con-
clusion in the case OF Bishop Onderdonk A sort
of compromise appears to have been made between
the belllgerent parties-the Bishop being allowed
handsome salary, and the Standing Committee
being authorized TO procure the services OF neigh
boring Bishop, so that the diocese may not abso-
lutely perish or be In great distress for dis
charge OF the Episcopate functions Mr. Butler
was IN at Sandy Hill for want OF the stated preach
ing OF the gospel" full report of all the proceed
lngs OF yesterday is given In paper to-day. II is
quite agreeable reading for Sunday
spirit of olssenslon and dscord appears TO
have entered into all the churches. The Presby-
terians in a snarl-the Methodists are in a snar
the Baptlsts IN a snarl-the Episcopalians are
In snarl-all OF the sects have in fact had their,
turn, VITA the exception OF the Catholics Willis !
their neghbors have been fighting and squabbling
the Catholics have been going on quietly and peace
fully enarging the dominions of their church, and
prose eyuzlng IN all directions. During the last year.
they have erected thirty new churches, and added
to the priesthood hundred and twelve new Off
Gazing clergymen. This is fact very signifi-
can't and shows conclusvely, that house TO stand,
must not be divided against itself
1t IS remarkable fact that these quarrels in the
churches originate with the clergy. They meet an
nually in their concaves, and rivalry ambition mer-
cenary motives, and variety of bad influences meet
with them. Quarrels and fights, ostensiby about
some very important doctrnal point, or matter of
church discipline, got up and the whole country
Is shocked by disgraceful ebullitions of unholy
temper and ungodly personalities. How unlike the
conduct of the humble fishermen who were selected
by the founder of christianity TO be the apostles of
his divine religion We want another Martin
Luther, or another John Knox to rise up in our day
and reform the Protestant churches. They seem to
be going backward to the dark ages, instead of lead
ing in the first rank of the march to days of still
clearer light, of more diffused intelligence and of
more general obedience to the sublime precepts of
the christian faith
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

hofPERs SrATuE.-The admirable statue bv
huyper' called Coming from the Bath" will be
EXHIBITED 10 the public this week at the rooms Of The
National Academy in Broadway We have already
had occasion to express our most favorable opinion
Of this work of art 1t is one of the most beaut;bl
pieces Of sculpture ever exhibited in this co,,p....
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

lHE EoUINox.-This year the Equinox in the
northern part OF this State has been very severe i,
seems to have concentrated itself into hail storm.
destroying thousands of pains of glass and grain in
stack to large amount In some places the hail
stones measured from three to five inches in cir
cumierance, which rebounded three and four feet
nigh, and rolled about the streets like shower Of
small cannon balls
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

SINGULAR FREAKS OF LIeHTNGNe.-The account
with the illustrations, which we publish on the out.
side, details one of the most extraordinary freaks
of flash Of lightning that we ever remember to
have heard Of. Il is worth perusaI and preservinu
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

OsuRY LAws-Great efforts will be made in the
next Legislature of this State, to obtain repeal of
the usury laws But this attempt will be chiefly
confined to those who want to loan money at usurj-
Gus interest-the brokers Of Wall street and o,bsrs
OF that kidney
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

TIE WORLDS CONVENTION. great Conven.
uon OF Reformers, evoked by the genius and phi
ianthropy of Robert Owen, will commence its ses.
sion at Clinton Hall, on Wednesday next 1t will be
quite curious and interesting assembIaRe.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

HE misunderstanding to all appearances
there will be five six tickets of as many different
factions, for the State Legislature, at the ensuing
election. The wings have already nominated their
ticket for Senator and Assemblymen. The "na-
uves" have been completing theirs also. The loco
iocos are preparing tor their meetings. Then the
reformers' or radicals, have taken measures to
nomnat te ticket, and we suppose that the temper
ance men wlL also put forth set of candidates.
80 we Will have tickets enough, of all shapes and
fonns' The only question, however, of any mpor
tance, will be the Convention question
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

IHr MORMON TRoUBLEs-The intelligence re.
celved yesterday, and gwen in another par Of our
paper, seems TO indicate the feeling aroused aasins
the Mormons is rapidly spreading throughout tbe
West 'ie
The New York herald., 1845-09-28
Movements or TrnyeIIers

The arrivals yesterday were less numerous than
those we have reported tor several weeks past Never
theless we found at the respective hotels the following
AMERtcAN-J. 4. Parmeli, Charles Parmelli Georgia:
X Haywood, Phla.; J. Cushart, do; B. Marshall Va
+. Grubb, BuIlngton Count Montalo, Sandman Mi.
mister; Colonel Hayne Judge Henry, Savannah: f. 9Th.
bon, Charleston; ID. Condeny Mass: James Cbisbolm
Charleston; l.. Potter, Richmond; A. Metcalf Natchez
Judge Wayne, Phla.
Jones, Miss Major Clifford b. Arney Geo Bacon Bos.
ton; r Rushe, Syracuse; Folger and Mitchell Nash.
vile; w Meredith Baltimore; J. II. HastIe Ark DUFF
held and Wsword, Gin; Ole Bull, Norway; P. Allen,
Providence; z. l. Stranger Gin; Tapoan & Green
Boston; Lambert and Dexter n. o. w. b. Marcy Gin
X Morrison, Phila; Baker & Oud, do; c. C. Lexton
Ohio.
CrTY-s. Cherry, South Carolina; Charles Hunter r
Densies, u ). NJ +. Tuervail Mr. Habbsrd oswego: ID
Sykes, Norwich, Conn., j. G. Gilman Pbadelp5ia. :
Bonavista Richmond; Com. Kearney, u s. N; j H. Gait
Va; ". Stusevant, Boston.
FRAsKLIs-Dr. Hamilton u. s. n: r. G. Cobb Pitts
burg, James ). Van Buren,, Troy; George NJ Wilder
Worcesterj a II. briggs, steamer Wisconsin; Thomas
romeroy Massachusetts; y A. Russell, Connecticut
Little lllInoisi j. Stennett Lake George j. Webster
savannah r NJ Leville, Conn., J. J. Hughes N. e; j. C.
| Gates, Virginia. -
GtoBE.-Mr. Addison Pittsburgh; c. Bourman Wash
Farmer, w. Bluch, London -
howARD-f Lemoyne, Washington, Penn; G. vii
son YORK; T. Stevens, N. H.; ii. Mathews Canada
hn' LAVE saunders, baltimore; O. H. Johnson AL
oshyi n; Doian, Troy; stenson and Dumont Detroit
| ooi Joraan Baltimore; Thomas Chareton Boston; II
| heiiy ohioj selby Parker, Washington; Thomas Hor
W n, a'oyaence, b' s smith, Washington Babcock and
Noyes, Troy; r. T. Smith, Providence
| UNITED SrATEs-Daniel Nc Lean, Florida; Csptain I
Howes, cape Gods George shepard Northampon. "a M
D. Patton Name D: Hayden, Columbus, Ca; Captain
Bush, New Haven; Captain Clark ditto; M w Cbanin
Hartford; T. B. Knapp, Alabama; o. w Knapp, ditto
r. Upson, Mississippi; j. Ives and Son. North carolina
j. Wade Boston; J. G. Butler Dsnvers Mass. w n
Richardson Illinois; IL Bryant Vermont; G. Robbins,
ditto.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

AFFAIRS IN TExAs-We give to-day the princ-
cipa features of the new constitution of Texas 1t
is very like those of many Of our States.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

For ESerArD-The Steamship CaIedon;a -,
'ory-one hours from Boston for Liverpool, arrived
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

The NEXT News FROM EURoPE.-The Cambri
Is now in her ninth day, and the Great Britain il
her second.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28
Theatricals.

STEAMSHIP BRITANNIA will leave Boston next
Wednesday for Liverpool.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

TRADE-The Central Road is now doing large
business. The first train passed over the broken
bridge on Friday and freight trains have since been
running night and day to make up lost time A large
amount OF flour has been brought in by this route
Friday, and all our warehouses literally overflow.
ing with freight destined for the east From present
indications large fall business will be DONE both on
the Railroad and lake. We understand that there is
more freight in the warehouses at this place and Buffalo
man the present line Of boats carry OF = Dsrod
Frss Press, Sept l5b.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

COUGHS SrArEMENr.-Every body is rdculing
and laughing at the statement made by Cough and
his hackers and supporters, from the Rev. David
Hale down to the lowest rank in the Tabernacle -
His story about meeting with stranger and going
to Chatham street, and getting glass of some cor
dial there Is generally regarded as gross fabrica-
ton. No one IN fact believes 1t, The original sto-
ry put forth by his friends, and told by himself. was
THAI he went into Murray or Warren street, and
there got the fatal drauaht of soda water but as il
has turned out that soda water establishment Mt was
IN either OF these localities, he turns about with the
coolest impudence in the world, and gives the shop
aocaton in Chatham street.
ltwould be much better for Cough, if, instead of
all his whining, he were to come to the truth at
once, and state that he went deliberately, and of his
own accord, and from his own impulses, into a
grocery store in Walker street, took " stiff
horn" OF brandy and water there, and then lust as
deliberately went on a GO spree" into house of bad
reputatlon-that he left on Saturday morning, and
changed his clothes-and that he returned and re-
NAMED there week. There is every probability.
from the arrangements that he made, leaving shirt
stained with blood in the house where he had re-
NAMED, that he intended to leave suddenly and
create the Impression that foul play had been used
against him, then keeping out of the way for con-
siderable time. The whole career of Cough down
10 his last SPREE" has been imposture from be
ginning to end, and can only bring disgrace on al
those who supported him.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

! Drt. + - Pt7tt ! - .
yesterday, and the Trioune published statement,
pparently authentic, that Augiste Belmont, ESQ.,
and Mr. Hayward have left the city for the pur-
pose of fighting duel. We are authorised from
the best authority 10 say that there Is not one word
OF truth in that statement II is pure fabrication
! from beginning 10 snd and we would advise the
Police Ga-ette TO be more careful in its statements,
and more accurate in It's facts reafter 1t is very
true there some kind of fracas between
the gentlemen in question at Burnham's some days
since. We understand that Hayward, who had
formerly an " affair" with Mr. Belmont, growing
out of some ridiculous thing, chose this occasion
10 behave IN a manner not very gentemany, and
after a single remark by Mr. Belmont on the subject,
he declared hs intention TO have any thing 10
do with that individual again.
Mr. Belmont is gentleman Of Ihe highest honor
and most correct principle, as is well known TO all
those who acquainted with him IN Wall street
or elsewhere. He occupies very important and
confidential position in this country as the agent OF
the Rothschilds in Europe. The only mistake he
ever committed was when he permitted himself TO
be in position 10 create any difficulty between
himself and the individual with whom he fought
duel With that single exception his conduct IN this
country has given satisfaction TO every man with
whom he is acquainted, both IN Europe and this
country, and il has been the farthest from his
thoughts ever TO have any other affair either with
that or any other individual We assure the public
there is not one word OF truth IN the statement
in the Police Gazette and Tribune.
MUSICAL CONVENTIONAL great convention of the
musical people-every thing is done by convention
now-a-days-is to be held in this city at the Taber
4 ,a.1. n L -
and variety of interesting musical discussions,
lectures, concerts and oratorios will render the oc-
caslon very agreeable and instructive All the great
artists in the city should attend. Tempeton, in par
ticular, ought TO be there
AFFAIRS IN TExAs.-We give to-day the prnci-
cipa features of the new constitution of Texas Ii
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

THEATRIcALs.-The theatres have been verv pros
porous during the past week. The city has been
crowded with strangers; and the great attraction a,
the Park, Niblo's, and the Bowery have not failed
TO draw immense audiences.
Mrs. Bland made most favorable impression as
"Pauline," in the Lady of Lyons, at the Park, on
Friday evening; and as "Julia,' in the Hunchback,
last night, she was equally successful She is an
actress of great merit and a most valuable addition
TO the Park company.
The Keans have fulfilled, at Philadelphia, one of
the most brilliant engagements ever known in the
theatr cal annals OF that city They were but indif
terenty supported, and were obliged to send for Mr.
Dyou Of the Park, who accompanied them to Balti
more, where they open tomorrow night Mr.. Dy-
OFT Is an artist of high order of talent
We are happy to learn that Miss Delcy is recover
ing from her indsposltion, and will appear at the
Park on Tuesday evening as Agatha" in Der
Freischutz" No one since the days of Mabran.
has made such favorable impression as this Young
lovely and gifted artist.
The New York herald., 1845-09-28

ration?
Mr. President, have motion to make to adjourn to
Monday, at the regular hour.
Cries Of order order, order" and question, ques.
ton"
The President puts the question on the resolution
MsMBrs-The question cannot be taken while there is
motion for adjournment pending
PRrsipEsr My dear sir the motion has been decided
and over.
PnEsrpnyT-You that are in favor of -
Mr.. President insist -
Cries of order and question from all parts OF the house
Mr.. President move that we adjourn
PRrsDrsr-G Gentlemen will please come TO order.
The motion to adjourn was then put and again lost.
MyMBsR-What's the decision Of the Chair1
PRrsIpEsr-The noes have II
MsmBsH-I appeal, sir
PRrnprsr-Well sir
PRtaprsr-Is the house ready for the question Will
the house sustain the Char
JoHr 4. SprScrR-Mr President
Order, order from all present
PRtsfDESr-Will gentlemen come 10 order
JuDsE OAKLEY has not heard member object to the
call of the house.
DIR. TySG--Wby should we not unanimously adopt the
resolution and then adjourn
President then read the resolution Those in favor of
cbar s nave sppcaied from the aeS,on o. ''e
PREsIpIsT-You that are in favor OF sustaining the
Chair will rise-Chair sustained.
The Secretary then read the second paragraph of the
third resolution above written and the President put
tho question, which was carried but few dissenting
The secretary then read the latter part Of the
solution which is in these words and that the expenses
Of such services shall be paid out OF the income the
Episcopal fund"
MrMnra-l contend that the Episcopal fund cannot be
appropriated Tor any other purpose than the
toned in the resolution OF last year d ting the pay.
ment to be made to the bishop. end that even the
bishops consent 10 receive less than the interest of the
OF 500 600 set apart for the support Of the epcopate
obtained, II s of con nee but he 10 not to
recognise bishop and then deduct one half Of his salary
On he other hand by the sentence Of suspension he
low ms Raiary let us be generous and true II the
luton proposes to pay provisional bishop out Of this
fund II viii be acting faithisssly,