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The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1845-12-20

Among the places in this city, well worthy of the
attention ofsrangers, is Plumbe's Daguerrean Gal
lery, in Todd's buildings where are to be found
miniatures of all the distinguished in public life,
as well as large collection of the kenesses of
others. The plan of opening branches of his celc-
brated establishment in the principal cities, has Civ
the proprietor all excellent opportunity Of add
ing his collection the portraits of many remarkable
persons who are not called here periodically. This,
Of course increases its interest. The Of the Dau-
guerrean instrument nsures in these pictures faith
full copy Of the features and expression, while the
experience aud of his operators in finishing off
the miniatures with spirit and grace, has obtained
for Pumbe's pictures reputation equaed by few,
and excellcd by none, taken in the country.
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NEW BOOKS.

Mr.. Franck Taylor has laid on our table the fol-
lowing new works;
Stable Talk and Table Talk, or Spcctaclos for
Young Sportsmsn; by Harry Hicover.
Parker's Aids to English Composition, prepared
for students Of all grades embracing specimens and
examples Of school and college exercises.
Holmes Life of Mozart, including his correspond
encc in one volume.
A Treatise on Corns, Bunions &C., &c, &C., by
Lewis Durlacher.
The Suferings of Christ; by layman.
Love and Mesmerisn, novel in one volume; by
Horace Smith, esq, author of Brambetye House,
&C., &c.
Also, No. of the illustrated edition Of r. Sues
Wandering Jew; and Nos. z and - Of Harpcrs
illuminated edition Of Shakespeare.
We have likewise received from the bookstore Of
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TIE FUNERAL OF CoMMoDoRE ELLIorT.-The fu-
neral of Commodore Elliott, Saturday, was at
tended by an immense concourse of citizens, and
the military, under General Cadwalader, made q
brilliant appearance. The body Of the deceased
commodore in undress uniform, and wrapped in an
American ensign, was laid in state during the
morning Of the day, and visited by large number
of his personal friends and of seamen and others
who had served under him during his long profess
sional career.
The pail bearers were Commodore Stewart, Cap
tains Mccall and McGruder, Commanders Mars
den, Gaunt, 5yrne, and Hunter, Of the navy, and
General Roumfort. Following the hearse, were
officers of the army and navy, representatives Of
foreign governments, members Of the Pennsylvania
Society Of the Cincinnati the mayor, recorder, and
aldermen Of the city, the United States marshal the
sheriff of the county, &c.
A the gate leading to the Naval Asylum the pro
cesson was met by Commodore Morgan and Lieut.
Sellwagon, at the head Of the veterans Of that
tabl shment, and conducted to the cemetery besid,
the Schuylkill, where the body was pSced in il,
final place Of rest.-Phila. Worth .amrican.
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WAsBrNcroN, Goth Dec, 1916.


To the Editor ofbe Union:
have just read the leading article in the Demo-
cratic Review for this month, entitled English
poltco-commercia companies" with a perfect
glow Of pleasure. beg you to read it, and rcpub-
lish it in your important paper Immediately.
Yours should not only be, in part, the organ ofthe
administration but the organ, in degree, of the
democratic party, and the exponent of the great
principles Of patriotism which now animate the
American people in an extraordinary degree. Such
an article as the one just named will be read with
avidity by all whose conviction Of impending
sharpens their investigations into the justice Of
cause.
differ from your correspondent "Amercanus,"
in the Union Of last evening, in his opinion that war
will not grow out Of the Oregon question. believe
that war will most probably grow out of it, sure
ly as believe in the intelligence of our people 10
know their rights, and in their courage to defend
them England iciH invade them, and, unless sur
render them, zoe mast fight!
vINDICAToR.
We have not received the December number OF
the democratic Review until this evening; nor
have we had the leisure to read over the article
which is referred to by our correspondent. We
shall probably attemp, TO lay the specified article
before our readers during the Christmas week;
which, with the exception of the holydoy evening,
is generally an open week.-[UMos.
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IL CHRisTMAs FESTIVAL AT GEoRGErowN.-
The ladies' of St. Johns church propose holding a
Fair for the sale Of fancy and useful articles in great
variety, well suited as presents at the approaching
holydays. The sales will commence in the Pom
peian Hall (Union HoteD on Tuesday next, the 23d
instant, at O'Clock p. M, and continue through the
following day, closing each night at 10 o'clock.
The proceeds are intended to relieve the church
Gifts liability for balance yet due for the extern
sion and repairs of that venerable edifce.
The citizens of Georgetown and Washington,
members of Congress, and other strangers, are re-
specially invited to visit the Hall on this occasion
CONNECTIONS and refreshments Of every descrip-
ton will be provided for the accommodation and
comfort of vlsters.
Abundance 12A cents; children half price
N. B. The Pompeian Hall is said TO have beer
painted in exact representation Of one discovered in
the ruins of the ancient city of Pompeii, which was
destroyed by an eruption of Mount Vcsuvius more
than eighteen hundred years ago.
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From the Richmond Enquirer, Dec. 10.
THE GENERAL. COURT


Have adjourned till the next term lin June) the
decision in the Parkersburg case. We understand
that of the fifteen judges twelve are agreed upon
the subject of the jurisdiction of Virginia. viz: that
it extends to the actual paer line, at the particular
time Of any occurrence. This line, of course, is
not fixed but shifts according to the rise or fall of
water, from fieshets or low water. If this line be
agreed upon and it strikes US to be rational
and sound test, the offence charged upon the Par.
kersburg prisoners will come within the jurisdiction
of Virginia
We hear that three Judges were for sustaining
low-warer mark as the line of jurisdiction. This
is laid down 10y Chief Justice Marshall in single
case in the United States Supreme Court and was, ut
first, considered an es,oppel to the jurisdiction of
Virginia. But Mr.. Patton boldly took "the bull by
the horns," attacked this case at the outset, and
ably and conclusively proved it to be nothing but
bundle of assumptions of law and of facts.
In view of this great impeachment, thrown in the
way by the great name Of Marshall, and of the
learned and skilul efforts of one of Ohios first law
yers, Mr.. Vinton, the probable triumph Of Mr..
Patton and the attorney general must be regarded
as signal victory. II is understood that when the
court assembled majority Of the judges considered
themselves bound by Judge Marshas decision,
and, Of course, were under the impression that Vr-
ginia had no jurisdiction in the present case. But
the light thrown upon the subject by the legal
learning and talents of Messrs. Patton and Baxter
removed the doubts of some of the members Of the
court, and decided their voice for the jurisdiction OF
Virginia. This decision, which we may confidently
expect, will clearly define the rights Of Virginia,
and will be eminently calculated to give peace and
safety to the borders of State, at pres
ent so much harassed by the nbolionists Of Ohio.
We learn that Judge McComas will Immediately
hold special term, in order to allow the Ohio kid
nappers to give bail for their appearance when the
general court shall make its decision.
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BY this evenings Southern Aida
FROM MEXICO.


SIXTEEN DAYS LArER-By the arrival at Havana
Of the British steamship Tweed from Vera Cruz,
advces from the latter city TO the 30th ofNoyember,
and from Mexico to the 26th have been received
The u. s. sloop of 81. Mary's arrived at
Vera Cruz on the Goth Of November having sailed
from I, nsac,la onihe Goth. The Hon. Mr. Sdell,
our new minister to Mexico, was passenger on
the 81 Mary's, as we have previously stated
III praeru-aao, in announcing this arrival, mem
tons that il had learned that an envoy of the gov
eminent OF the United States was on board, on his
way TO Mexico, to establish negotiations with the
supreme government of the republic upon the ques-
ZION of Texas, The hour of the arrival Of the en-
yoy was deemed not the most opportune for secur-
ing kind reception.
Ei Dinio del Gobierno Of the 22d ult. states that
by an express arrived at o'clock that afternoon,
the government had received dispatches from gener-
ais Paroles and Arsta. They INFORMED the gov
eminent that, in consequence of the movements Of
the United States troops, stationed NJ Corpus
Christi, accommodating the roads leading to Meta
moras, and building bridges them for the trlris-
pora,lon Of artillery, Gen Paroles had determined
TO commence his march with the Division OF Re-
serve, 10 reinforce Gen. Arista and "uniled ope-
rate with the activity demanded by the national
honor" Our readers will see by the letter Of our
Havana correspondent that ru,nor WAS current in
that city that Gen Paroles had refused to advance
to the support Of Arisla; but, with the a. GOO men
under his command, had commenced his march, for
the capital. This movement would discredit lis
most recent professions 10 Gen. Herrera, and we do
not give credence TO it
From the 18th TO the 22d OF November, the.ptiy
Of Mexico excited by fears of another seySld-
ton; the Sgio XIX of the 10Th ult THAI ,Ee
government had taken adequate measures 10 insure
public tranquility,
News was in circulation in the city Of Moxco,
ON the 23d ut that the department Of Sonora, at
the head of which is Gen. Urea, had declared ssi
separated from the rest the republic.
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JUDGE CHARGED WITH

JUDGE CHARGED WITH PERJURY AND FORGERY.
Judge Garland, of New Orleans, during his alb
sence from The city, has been charged with bribery,
the particulars of which not made known. On
his the city he attended court two consec-
uve days; the associate judges refused to sit with
him, and Immediately adjourned the court on his
appearance. He protested his innocence, and de-
manded his accuser, but no one appeared. On the
18th instant an examination of the case was had
and it was clearly proved that Mr.. John McDon-
ough had sent Judge Garland basket of straw
berries, accompanied by complimentary note over
his own signature, and that the judge had erased
the note and drawn note for $4,000 over the sig
nature, for which he had obtained the money He
acknowledged the crime to Mr. McDonough and
refunded portion Of the money.
About the time the court commenccd its session,
Judge Garland attempted to commit suicide by jump
ing of the steamboat Sultan into the river. He
was rescued by Captain Wilson, of the steamer F.
NJ Streck, before drowning, and, after second time
endeayorng to take his own life, was carried home
in state of great exhaustion. more terrible re-
tribution never yet overlook an offender against
the laws Of the land. The result Of the investiga-
ton the issuing of warrant for his arrest u
charge Of forgery and perjury. He was, however,
nowhere to be found, having made his escape ON
the ensuing day to parts unknown.-Bait. Sun.
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n - N |------ FIOn tht IHuIHHa otHtlneI.
ELECTION OF u. s. SENATOR.

The result Of the election of United States senator
must convince every one, If adoubt existed, OF the
entire harmony and concert Of the democratic party
in Indiana Before the session of the legislature,
several individuals having the full confidence and
respect Of the party, had been presented by their
friends in various portions Of the State as candi-
dates for senator. The claims of Gov. Whitcomb,
Hon. Robert Dale Owen, Judge Law, Judge Cham
berlan, Hon Joseph A. Wright, had all been con.
sdered, and each had warm and ardent supporters
among the democratic members of the legislature
assembled at the capital. The wings, anxious, as
at all times they are, to promote discomfort, ito d.
vide and conquer" hoped to foment disorder in
our ranks, to induce one Of the distinguished
individuals above named, 10 unite portion of the
democratic party upon them; and, by promise of
the whole wing vote, to defeat the candidate whom
the majority Of the democrats in caucus might agree
upon as the person to run. We are truly reioiced
to say, that every such attempt was defeated by the
frnness the honor the integrity, and democracy Of
the several individuals named. For, however de-
srabc the station sought might have been-and 1t is
one Of the greatest in the gift of free people-no
one could be found who was willing, for a moment,
listen to any such arrangement They were un-
willing to forfeit the confidence of their party by
any such compact but honorably and fairly present
ed their claims to the judgment and determination
of their political friends only, and agreed without
dissenting voice to abide their decision. The result
our readers have already learnt On the first ballot,
the Hon. Jesse ID. Bright was elected by majority
Of IL votes over his wing competitor. 1t may rot be
improper to state, in connexon with this subject,
that Just previous to the baloting, and while the
convention was assembled, the Hon. James q.
Read, senator from Clark, arose in his place, and
announced that he was instructed by the gentlemen
above nanned, to withdraw their names candi-
dates, evncing that they fully concurred in the
nomination made by their political friends in
Should not this be lesson to our political friends
elsewherei 1t is only by union, concert, and har-
mony that we can expect to sustain our party.
The democracy Of Indiana have shown in this cleo
ton noble example of the truth of the motto,
Everything for the cause, nothing for men,"
Mr.. Bright resigned his office president of the
Senate on Monday, and took his leave Of that body
in neat address. We regret that we have not
room for il in this paper.
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From the New York Sun.
We have understood that committees have gon,
down to Washington to procure either change in
the appointment of collector, or induce the Pres
dent to remove Mr.. Lawrence. Let us suppose that
the President in his calm way was to say--"Gentle-
men, what are your objections to Mr.. Lawrence"
The answer would be, Ale is not our choice. He
is not man." swell, gentlemen, was he not
your choice when you elected him mayor Of the
cty:' eyes" WAS he not your choice when you
sent him to Congress-" eyes" "Was he not your
choice when you made him chamberlain ofthe city,"
Eyes" "Have you any charges to make against
his character and caracityi" "None." 'Then,
gentlemen, after you have conferred all the political
honors upon him in gift, invested him with thu
highest offices, admit to me that he is honest and
capable, how you ask me to remove the Officer
Of my own appointment, whose character, moral
and political, is not assaiabei" The real cause o.
complaint is that one can control the patronage
of that Office, while it is held by the present ncum-
bent; and change is required in order that, under
another appointment, individuals may make them
sells council of appointment. The custom-house
is the property Of the people. ALL without dstinc-
ton ofparty, transact business there All have an
interest in the character and qualifications Of the Off
GERS Of that custom.house. Why shall not the col
ector, giving heavy security for the faithful perfor-
nance Of his duties, be the Judge Of the character OF
his own appointments Since Mr.. Lawrence has
been appointed, arc told that the rush and scram-
bic for subordinate Offices has ceased. Instead o
ten thousand applicants blocking up the avenues to
the custom-house, there few, if any, to be
They have fallen back upon their honest occupa.
tons. The collector sees every one, and is seen
attending everywhere to his public duties 1bis
is desirable state Of things. The custom house is
no longer looked to the only means of paying
for political services.
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ID nurse 10 respond 10 the septiments

heart, hand, and purse 10 respond 10 the sentiments
and principles laid down in the Presidents message
respecting foreign relations, and particularly TO
this passage having reference, as suppose, to Cal
forna:
"Ths principle, especially in reference to North
America, is at this day but the PRONUNCIATION of .
policy which no European power should cherish
the disposition TO resist. Existing rights OF every
European nation should be respected; but il is due
alike TO our safety and our interests, that the eff
cient protection of our laws should be extended over
our whole territorial limits, and that should be dis
tiney announced 10 The tcord as our settled policy, that
no future Enopean colony dominion shall, ,ciih
consent, be planted, established any part Of the
North .fnericdn continent"
We say with Col. Webb--.Merieo and all her pre-
rinees "dtpnhaenis must either remain under tie
JNercaa government they must under the gor-
ernmeni Qfths United States. This has always been
democratic doctrine; il is now adopted and promul
gated as wing edict; it is therefore an AMERICAN
RESOLUTION, passed in committee of the whole by
the great powers behind all thrones and legislation.
can assure you, my dear sir, that the people of
this country feel the deepest anxiety that our ma
tional administration may have neglected, and shall
neglect nothing which may secure for our flag the
crumbling fabric-nsy, siop--my pen shall not
write what the heart feels and the head lhinks-iny
sentence shall therefore end with-California, and
the harbor of San Francisco. And the unchanged
and unrenewed pens ink that wrote the above SEN
hment shall also write that the good hearts and
true, and the brave hearts who would sup
port this administration, will find 1t sad,
sckenng, disheartening task to sustain the admin
istration in surrendering harbors in Puget's
sound to-to-whom TO whut' why, surrender
our 'cear and unquestionable title" (say, MIR.
Polk)-our 'just rights" (say, Mr.. Buchanan) TO
arrogance, bluster, assumption and inpasion--ay,
inrasion. The question is no longer with the gov
eminent. The publication of the correspondence
by the masters, Calhoun and Buchanan has given the
arbitration of this question to foreign Judge, but
to the American people. Surrender "just rights"
to inferors-nevcr TO equals who, fnot enemies,
rivals. Hoping the administration will cultivate
peace and generosity 1--WE can afford it) with Mexico
conclude what | had no thought of writing when
began. ESBEi.
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BIZ IT. Green. .Aucttoneel.

CTOVES, CRATES, RADIATORS, HOUSE
- HOLD AND KITCHEN FURNITURE AT
Tuesday, the 23d inst nj, shall
sell at my warehouse, on 9Th street. near PenEsyl-
vania avenue, ut 10 o'clock, n. M
good cooking stoves, with apparatus complete
2 good radiators
Franklin, and paror stoves
Also several drums and pire
Mahogany sdeboards
Dining, breakfast, and card tables
Boston rocking, cane, and wood-seat chairs
Feather beds, holsters, md pillows mattresses, &c.
Also good lot of kitchen utensils
A. GREEN,
Dee. 20--3t Auctioneer.
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LEDYARD.
New YonK, Dec. l6, 1916.
To the Editor Of the Union:

To the Editor Of the Union:
DEAR If not already acted upon, suppose
the Senate by this time have under consideration the
confirmation Of Mr.. Lawrence, the collector Of this
port As matter of simple justice to the people
generally, to the democratic party, the President,
and the collector, respectfully ask you to publish
at least much Of the leading article in this morn
ng's New York Sun refers directly to Mr.. Law
renee know not who wrote the articlc-but do
know that il comes from neutral, independent pa
per of the largest circulation in the United States;
and Also that il truly expresses the sentiments Of
this community. The people Of this city, and Of
this country, deeply Interested in the careful
collection and safe-keepng Of the millions of reve-
nue. at the port Of New York. Please, therefore,
do them the favor to publish the aorenamed article.
While have my pen in hand, cannotforbear TO
commend also TO your attention several articles, let
ters or notices in this mornings New York Courier
and Enquirer, relative TO California and Mexico.
The Tribune, too see in late article about Cal
ifornia, is coming round little to the American side
Of the question. will venture to say that We, the
people Of this city at least, arc ready with head,
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AppoRTIoNMENT OF OFFICES, &c.

- VIZ VT OFFiOEo, w.
Among the resolutions introduced in the House
yesterday, the following, offered by Hon. w. w.
Woodwork, of New York, was omitted in our
congressional proceedings
Resolved, That the Committee on the Judiciary
be, and are instructed to report to this House,
early as practicable, bill regulating the appoint
ment of clerks, messengers auditors, &c. employed
IN the Departments Of State, Treasury War, Navy
and Post Office to require the said clerks &c,
to be chosen from the different States Territories
and District Of Columbia, in proportion to their ratio
Of population by the last census and that their term
Of office be fixed for period not exceeding four
years; and to inquire into the propriety of limit
ing the term of service Of all officers Of the civil
list"
Mr.. Woodwork also moved the previous ques-
tion so as to preclude debate and, under the oper.
alton of the previous question, the resolution was
adopted.
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ELEGANT PRESENTS FOR THE HOLY
II DAYS--Rosewood work-boxcs, plain and
furnished oil sizes; rosewood writing-desks, as
sorted Sizes PAPER mache port fooH, card baskets,
card cases and ink-sandishes, new and superb put
terms, newly painted; French and English port-io-
os and wrling-cases, from SO cents to SIS; pearl,
SHE'LL ivory, velvet and embossed card.cases; French
papaers, a very rich assortment Of the most
perb and beautiful patterns, all prices; pearl, enam-
elled, agate, ivory, glass, and other pen-hoders;
fancy note paper and envelopes motto waters and
seals, and gold and silver pencils, all sizes and pat
terms. from % cents to Sl2; gold diamond pointed
pens in silver cases; ivory and pearl carved paper
cutters and reading books; games Of all kinds; dis
sccted puzzles; maps and pictures; &c. &c. To-
sether with large assortment of fancy aud staple
stationery, at the lowest prices, for sale by
VIM. +. BAYLY, Stationer,
Pa avenue, between | It'll and 18th streets.
visiting cards neatly engraved and printed
Dec 29-4tdif