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From the National TatcIiigtneer, Monday, Nay u.

From the National Iateiigsneer, Monday, My u.
FRnM rue Army --Onr latest accounts from the Rio
Grande such as, great measure, To rrleye
ety about the safely of Cru Tayors immediate command
as well that Of the post Point Isabel ath ugh from The
annexed nionaon may have been, may yet be-,
sharp action with the Mexican forces Ia second letter
om our New Orleans correspondent under date Of May O.
he writes US as follows
"NEw ORLEANS, May 0.
Since closing my letter Of this date have arrival
from Braces Santiago One Of small vessels Of had
landed her officers and Point Isabel where they
were monpnlary expecting an attack letter IS in the
city from Gen Taylor which says he would have his camp
finished eight days, when he intended to leave
garrison of five hundred men who would he able To defend
Z against an assault and with the rest Of his force march
for Point Isabel his three hundred wagons with sup
plies and return his encsmpment with all the reinforce
ments which he expects to find at Point Isabel We may
therefore expect every hour hear Of fighting Gen I
SAYS he feels confident Of being able to give good
not only oil himself and army, but also Of the enemy
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-05-21

There is nolater intelligence from the srat Of War.
Three companies Of Volunteers started from New
Orleans the morning nl Sunday the I0th, ia the
steamer Galveston ; and three more were TO GO at
noon.
An armament OF gun-men was preparing to leave by
land.
Two thousand stand Of muskets and seven hundred
kegs Of bail cartridges, have already left
Captain " alkefs action took place about II miles
from Point Isabel Nearly all VI his men were killed,
taken prisoners. Capt Walser wa dis,ing ushed for
his gallant conduct al the Mier Expedition, aud is just
the cut his way through TO the camp Of Gen.
Taylor.
The Union SAYS " we presume that Gen. Scott,
will a matter Of course, assume the command of the
Army"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-05-21

How AFFAIRS STAND. On the 2lst ult, when Capt
Carllet left Gen Taylor camp, he had fifteen days pro-
visions which might be prolonged to twenty-five
On May 9th 10 days AFTER considerable aid had been
sent Should the force at New oreans-e6ou isOO men
have sailed on the 9h three days would be required To
reach Point Isabel II this force, with that at Point lisa
bel were found sufficient warrant attempt to cut
communication with Gen Taylor, three days more would
be required land and reach Maamoras even If unopPos
ed Thus under the most favorable circumstances no aid
could have reached Gen Taylor within tweny.iour day
from the date OF Capt Cartlets departure from the camp
It. however, the Mexcans be in force to oppose the prog
res smuch greater delay may be anticipated
This view of the facts the position OF our army to o'
in the last degree critical-Phia' North american
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Brighton SIarket-Monday, May II.

At Market 1853 Beef Cattle IS pairs Waking oSen 90
Cows and Calves, 400 Sheep, and 1913 Swine 81 bee
Cattle unsod,
PRIcrs-BEEr CArTLE-1he quality Of the Cattle was
very fine consequently better prices we're obtained We
quote extra So SO first quality 90 % second on
5 75 third IS 8 25
WoRKIsa oxEK-sales at sos, 20, IS, and 20.
Cows AND CALvEs- Sales at $50, 20, %, aud %
SHEEP-A lot at So so and 3 90 and lot at 10.
swlsE-Pfme lots of small Shoais at Id and 34e a
loi close "a and l2 and lie old legs, Bar
! Daily Adrsrtistr
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STAGE NOTICE.

an aud after Monday, May II. an accommodation
~ stage will leave Rutland every Monday, Wednes.
day and Friday, at A. NJ, and arrive at Keene, 8
p. NJ, same day.
RETURNING.
Leave Kcene, every Tuesday, Thursday and Sat-
unlsv, at A. NJ, aud arrive Rutland same day, by
SPIN
At Cavendish this line will connect with line for
Claemont, N. H., shme day.
RETURNING.
Passengers can leave Clafcmpnt every Tuesday,
Thursday aud Saturday. at A. NJ and GO To Castle
ton. VI. the same night, there connecting with the
Burlington and Albany line going directly on with.
sleeping and arriving at Albany the next day at
=. NJ.
Also
with line that leaves Castleion, AT O'Clock the next
murnng for Whitehall and Saratoga, arriving at
Saratoga same day. at4 p. NJ.
At Walpile this line CONNECTS with the Connecticut
River line and arriving at Bfaiirb1fo, same day by
IL r. NJ. Returning leaves Brauieboro, Tuesday,
Thursday aud Saturday, arriving a Rutland p. NJ.
same lay.
The Burlington & Boston regular mail line via Ru,-
land aud Keene, N. H., will leave Rutland every day
as heretofore, at NJ, except SATURDAYS, leave
Sunday morning at A. NJ, and arrives in Boston in
&c hours.
A stage leaves Whitehall at A. NJ, every day ex-
cept Sundays, To connect with this line at Rutland
same days, that passengers can 60 from Whitehall
To Boston in two days.
Nav 10, 1886 80
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Why are we at War.

Washington correspondent Of the Herald speaks right
out in meeting as follows
nushed forward TO the Eastern branch OF the Rio del Nore,
question tequeniy asked, but rarely answered sasac
tory will give you the true solution oil the 9ues-
lion By the terms of Anne with Texas, that State
held in lis avn hands public lands in order TO cover its
Aang debt On tgation, was found that in Texas
proprr the whole public domain had been squsndrred away
by The Government Of the Republic and consequently the
holders of the great amount Of Texas scrip lost all hope Of
being paid fIom that source .
IL then became necessary plumber Mexico Of large
PARTON fthe three Sates of New Mexico. Coahuia and
Chhunhua all Of New Mexico which lies between the
Bravo del Norlr and the river Nueces. West OF which
the Republic of Texas had either civil or mill
isry jurisdiction nor shadow Of claim other than
that arising from of its Legislature which DECLARED
the Bravn 10 be Western boundary Of the republic yet
II at the Of much blood treasure and national honor
the United States will plumber Mexico oi lhe vast st"y
lng between the Nurces aud Bravo The State Of Texas
viii claim the whole territory and then be able 10 pay he
national debt who can tell what Amount OF Texas serf
is held by the embers al the present Cabinet who have
projected this species Of plumber and robbery 2
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correspondent of the Newark Daily Advertiser relates
the exploit OF young Jerseyn serving under Gen Toy
lor, as follows:
1t ises me pleasure to report what know will give you
and vonr readers pleasure hear exploit performed by
yoyng Nrwarker attached tn the army-a young son oi
Ilberi Dudley one of the consabes nf your CITY,
" about nineteen years of age Returning two days ago
from one of our most advanced pekes, whittier he had been
sent to ennyey ORDERS he unexpectedly upon two
Mexican soldiers who had apparently, just rowed across
the river and refreshing themselves in cool shade
having placed their muskes against auee GioeH spang
10 the threw one upon the grounf and stepped up
on IT, while with the other he menaced the lives OF ms OPP
ponens They covered beneath his glance and reluctant
" pursued the which he indicated He carried The
two mnskels upon his left shoulder drew his sword, and
thus marched them, respectful distance in advance
straight into camp From them some desirable niorma
ton was obtained after which they led bndoldec
out Of the camp, safely in their boat and dismissed
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-05-21

TA Mexican paper Of Goth ult published at Vera
Cruz, contains manifesto from the President Of the Re-
public, setting forth the grievances the Mexcans have
against the United States
Among them, is set forth encampment in the
state n ramaulipas.
He complains loudly Of the passage of the Nueces
the ancient limit uf Texas.
He does derare war, as we understand him, hut
he Announces his determination In ftIe inva>ions and
as we understand him. this uvasinn n the Rio Crande
From this day he announces war, defensive wal
will be commenced AMI that every point of the Mexi
can territory will be defended that is invaded or al
tackled.
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Marrte0.

In this village, 18th inst, by Rev Addison Brown, Mr.
Oscar F. Blsndng, of Richmond n. H., to Miss Hannah
C. Whppe, of Warwick, Mass
AT Wilmington, May 3, by S, 7. Flagg Esq Mr. Zech.
arish Wheeler, to Miss Caroline Allard, both Of W.
In Shrewsbury, May by Rev. Mr.. Averll, Rev. Will
daughter of the late Henry Snow, ESQ of S.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-05-21

The recent Of the late news, from the Rio Grande,
produced the most intense excitement al Washington ;
great concouIse of citizens assembled al the City Hall
to recruit volunteers Tor Texas and the meeting was
first addressed by Lieut.. w. O. Porter of the Navy,
brother of the gentleman who killed on the Rio
Grnnde Hon. B. Martin, Of Tennessee, Rchard M.
johnson, and several other distinguished persons also
addressed the assemblage.
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d ADSoURMnD sALn. ID

O. ADJOURNED SALE. ID
TlNHE sale Of the personal property Of G. & c..
a LAWRENCE, stands adjourned 70
o. ATURDA Yne1t, Hay 23d
at the store recently orcuped by them, when large
lG Of Dry Goods, Croekery, Hardware, &c, will be
offered at Auction.
As this stock is composed of a great variety OF La
dies Dress Co IDS, such as Prints, Muslin de Laines
Alpaca, Indiana and Thibe Cloth, Ginehams,
Lawns, and Balzofnes, &C. seats will be prepared for
Ladies who may wish to attend The sule in the alter
noon.
At eleven O'Clock A. NJ, lot or Pekled Fish in
half and quarter barrels, will he offered. Also lot
OF Oils and Moasses az thr same hour.
CHAS. CHAPLIN, Deputy Sheriff.
Braulcboro MAY rs, 1916. SO
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MORE VIEW GOODS,
GOLD & SILVER WATCHES
FRESH FROM THE EMPORIUM OF
ia SHE ON.


GOLD & SILVER WATCHES
OF all prices, kind. AMI qualities, Jevrry of every
~ description, Gild Chain., Rings, Thinbes, PEN
ellis Bracelets, Ear Hoops, Knobs and Dfurs, Lnrk-
els, Sdes Spectacle, Eye Glasses, every variety Of
Cameo and stone s,tt Pins l1f a.lies and gentlemen,
Coll Beads SHIRT Studs, Snap-, Gold Pens Of every
stamp at reduced prices aud warranted, Silver Penrils
and any quantity Of Silver Specares with Periscnpic
Cnncave and Convex Glass, suit every sight, Silver
rhimbles, &c.
SILVER VARE IN all ITS Y3RIETY,
such as teo, table, dessert, cream, salt and mustard
Spoons, sugar longs, also splendid stock Of butter
Knives Of any style price or quality.
BRITAN NINA AND PLATED WARE.
Plated Cake Baskets, Spoons OF all kinds, Tea and
Coffee Pots, Castors-some most splendid patterns,
Lamps-Solar, Hanging and side Lamps, very cheap.
BRUSHES.
Cloth, hair, TOOTH nail table, flesh, Shaving, and hat
Brushes.
GO M BIS.
She'll steel top, horn, buffalo horn, wood, German sill
and ivory combs of every and desirable style
TO be found 10 cities.
Perfumery, sc.
Hair oils, coognes, also grea, variety Of French
extracts OF extra quality shaving soaps shaving cream
OF all kinds steel beads and purse trimmings, steel and
German silver spectaccs spec. cases, tobacco and snuff
boxes, dOminoes, cards. back CANNON boards, chess
men, steel pens, pocket books and wallets, theImome-
tcfs carr baskets, fans from cts TO so, some spen.
did ones scissors shears knives, azors, srops,
plaster, purses, with great variety Of goods not
heie mentioned, which the subscriber offers to the
public at extreme low prices.
Those wishing to purchase, examine, will find
this establishment all il is cracked up TO he.
III. d. BRACKETT
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New Summer Goods,
AT
WHEELER s. PRATT'S

TNflIS week received bv W. + ?. the best and
Il handsomest assortment Of
summer Goods
offered in this place, and what is of still more i'm
portance, they decidedly the cheapest, having
been bnnghi late ia the low prices.
Baragr Shawls and Nantes, very large asson-
mrnt Thibe shawls, NJ. de Lame shawls, oil coors,
STYLES aud prices; splendid style pattern Dresses,
Graduated Muslins, white and cprred; Balzornes,
French Lawns, Muslin Ginghams, Scotch Ginghanls,
Of all styles and prices.
Furnishing Goods.
We have just opened large assortment Of all kinds.
We can sell customers a furnishing bill cheaper than
has before bren sold.
ia word, our asSnrimen, Of Summer Goods i.
complete. Those in want Of eNods cheap ATE invited
to call and purchase il they please
Our Motto, quick sales and swaH profits.
WHEELER 4 PRATT.
NAV 10, 1876. 50
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believed that the MeScans have possession of an is
land a, the mouth Of the Brassos which commands the
trance II So apprehended that the troops by the New
York will be able get in. The island laid down on
some Of the maps the "Brassos village is natural
fertilization,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-05-21

The s Brig Perry To sail on Saturday, from Nor
folk for Chagre having been hurried Off doubt for the
conveyance Of dispatches to the Pacific squadron
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Fresh Ground Flour.
TOWNSLEY g. SONS.

TOIFNSLEY g. SONS,
AVE made arrangements with Messrs Sheldon
A& Snne Of Rnchestrr, In be supplied through the
season with th~ir Fresh Ground Family Flour. II
will he received every week or 10 days, difrct
All that need b. said is, that i the kind o
Flour sid last season. Ask for Sheldon and Stone,
green brand Family Flour, and you will get the right
kind. 100 barrels jlsi received the FIRST this season,
on account Of the break in the canal.
Nav 81, 1876. 81
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BOSTON
READY 1GADE GESTE1fIG
= Z q IL II,

MAIN STREET, BRATTLEBoRO.
TJNHE subscriber has Just returned from Boston,
Il the "Empodum ni Fashion," and uhera TO his
friends and The public, a variety of READY MADE
CLOTHING, Of the newest style and patterns, among
which
DRESS AND FROCK COATS
Of the very best of American, English German, aud
French Broalcohs.
Euninett, Gambrnon, Linen Blouse, and Frock
Coats. Washington Check, do &C., &c.
Also, PANTS Of French, Eug aud American
Dneskins. Black and Plain Cassimeres, do. Steel
mixed Satineis, do. Alpaca, do. Polka, do, and a
variety Of other cloths, not mentioned
" e IS II S.
silk Velvet, Black and Plaid Salins. Valencia, Al
pine Cashmere, SC, of the latest and most approved
patterns.
FURNISHING GOODS, in all their variety
He would particularly say to the Farmers and 9th.
or lahorng men, that he will furnish them with Pant.
and Frocs male Of good stout cloth, for Sl,5o.
He would also remind his friends and the public
that he has been in their midst Tor eighteen years, and
il, in his business, ne has given them general saisfno
ton he respectfully asks continuance Of their patron
age. He assures them, they shall have any If hi
goods cheap they can purchase them singiy il
any OF the cities.
FREDERICK FRANKS
Bratleboro, May, 1916. SO
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STATE OF VERMONT.

PROBATE DlsiTct OF Marlboro, Sc.
In Probate Count, .7pra 20lh, 1876
A N instrument purporting 10 be the last VIII and
N Testament of LEAFY FAlRBANK, late Of
Nottingham, in said district, deceased, presented
for Probate by Amos Brown, ESQ.,, Executor therein
named. Whereupon, il is ordered that said nstru-
ment be heard and examined before the probate court
a session thereof to be holden at the Inn of Perley
BaNou in Marlboro in said district, the last Thurs
day of May next and for the purpose Of notifying all
persons interested therein, of the time and place Of
hearing, that they may appear and contest the probate
thereof (if they osuse,) the said named Executor
is directed 10 publish copy of The record Of this order
printed n Bralteboro, in said district, previous to
said time Of hearing.
A true copy from the Record,
Attest LEMUEL WHITNEY,
So Judge Of Probate.
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NORTHERN ROUTE.
For Burlington, Montpelier, Haverhir and all
towns on the ConnectcVi River. every morning, Sun
DAYS excepted, At 4 n'cnrk, A. NJ.
For Rutland. Mijdebury, ani Vergennes at A.
NJ, and P. NJ, Tuesdays, Thursdays, aud Satur
days
Passengers leaving BTaillebpro al p. NJ, can pass
through 10 Whitehall via Rutland without any deten-
lion.
This Stage intersecis with Stage al Walpoc,
which passes through Charlestown, Windsor and
Montpelier to Burlington, in season for the afternoon
boats 10 ST. Johns and Montreal
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GRENDSTONES.

Z Tons Nora Scotia, Blue Sheet Grindstones,
- weighing ifum 80 Ia $50 lbs of all sizes and thick
nesses, Just Received by
ToWNSLEY & SONS.
NAV o. Is46 SO
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BONNETS, BONNETS.

WHEELER & PRATT have Just received a
w large assortment ofsummer bonnels, Of the new
est and most desirable styles.
Also, very large assortment Of Ribns, Flowers,
Tabs, &C., which will be sold at low prices.
WHEELER g. PRATT.
May IS. SO
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Watch Work and JObbing

OF all kinds, usually done in shops Of this kind, will
be attended 10 in the best manner by the subscriber.
Old gold silver and cash, in any quantity, taken for
goods or work.
II. d. BRACKETT.
May IL, 1916. 50
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STATE OF VERMONT.

MARLBoRo, 50.
Ia Probate Court Nay 10, 1876.
ZONES Nelson II. Hadiry and Hannibal Hadley
~ Administrations upon the estate ut JESSE HAD
LEY, late Of Braulrhnro, deceased, and file their
second administration account Gr examination and al
lowancr, and also move the here To oIder dis
fihuon Of said among The heirs of sad deceas-
ed
Whereupnn, il is ordered that said administrators
notify all persons Interested that said acrnunt will he
examined and said dsirihuinn made by this court at
special session thereof he holden at the probate
office in Brattlehnro, in said district on Friday the
9th day of June next, by publishing copy Of The
old of this nder three weeks surcessivey in The Yer
mnnt Phoenix, printed at said Braltieboro previous TO
said time Of hearing.
A true copy nj Record.
80 Attest, ROYALL TYLER, Reg'r.
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NEW BONNETS.

EAPOLITAN, Birds Eye, Rutand and Florence
~ Bonnris, just received, al very loto prices ny
DICKINSON, DAY & co.
May 90, 1886. 80
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GOLIATI!!
FULL BLOOD, SHORT HORN
ID u IL III A M!

TiOo years old the 29h day Of May. 1876.
TVNHlS Bull will be kept at the stable Of Henry
IL Smith, Esq, BTateboro. The owner has heen
at considerable expense and trouble TO procure him,
that Farmers and Others in this vicinity may receive
benefit therefrom in the Improvement Of their stock
He was raised by l.. Chandler Ball, Hoosic Falls,
N. Y, and sired by
Flora by Ajax; Or. Grand Dam Gipsey, by Wash.
ington G. G. Grand Dam Red Lady, BY Washing
ton G. G. G. Grand Dam Pansey, BY Blaze; 9. 9.
G. G. Grand Dam pansey, by Chailrsj G. Q. e. g.
G. G. G. Grand Dam Pansey, by Patriot. -
JOHN CAPRoN, APeat
Brst.eboro, May ~. 1876. 50
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NOTICE.

THIS may certify that have given my sons JO-
II SEPH EMERY aud GILBERT N. kNOWL-
TON, their time, and sh all claim OF their wages
pay any debts of their contracting, after this date
JOSEPH l.. KNOWLToN.
Wardsboro, May 9, 1876. So
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Attention, Gentlemen!
E1GET cEzSS!!
No IN M , RricL Row. a dress ri0hf nm

ES4%S4G GSS4SS
Come to No. 2 Brick Row, & dress rightup,
NOR there was never lime or place where Gen
L. ileinen could purchase SUIT uf suitable clothes
made IN suit suitable person that n willing to he
suited in a suitable way the present. Contrary to
the statement in my hand-hl few DAYS since, that
had opened for few days only would beg leave To
say, that came here To- make permanent residence
for business, and If industry and fair and honorable
competition will give me living, shall be perfectly
satisfied
Having the advantage Of being supplied from Of
the best clothing establishments in Boston, hesitate
say that can furnish any article in the cloth
ing or furnishing goods line cheap if cheaper
than any other establishment in this any other
State.
P. S. The hand-bi referred to above, is used
on another occasion, and signed A. II. Rhoades.
w. II. CONANT,
SO No. . Brick Row, Brstteboro.
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SOUTHERN ROUTE.

For Northampton, Springfield and New York, at
A. NJ, and 10 A. NJ, every day, Sundays excepted
Passengers leaving Bratieboro 0t A. NJ, arrive in
Springfield in for the afternoon trains East and
West, arriving in Albaoy in seasnn for The evening
train to Buffalo, arriving in Boiiao next evening at
o'clock. Passengers taking the 10 O'Clock Stage.
rive in New York nj g. next mofniug
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EASTERN ROUTE.

For Worcester and Boston, at O'Clock A. VI, ev-
cry day. Sundays excepted.
For Fichbnrg, Boston and Lowell, at 81 O'Clock A.
NJ, every day, Sundays excepted, via Athul and
remplrlon, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saiurdsys.-
Via. Fit2willsm. Mondays Wednesdays aud Fridays.
SPENCER KINGSLEY, Proprietors.
May 10, 1886. 50
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Muslin Ginghams.

~ = pieces Muslin Ginehams and Balzorines lust
- received and for sale cheap.
CUNE & GooDHUE.
May 10, 1916. SO
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MAY 10, 1916.
NOTICE.
NORTHERN ROUTE.

STAGEs will run from Brniileb1ro the ensuing sea-
y son as follows;
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More New Goods from New York.
DALZORlNES, Printed Lawns, Parasols, Sun
ID Shades, &C.. Tor sale low. 49,.
May 81, 1916. 50
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1846-11-26

u The Standard loses sight seems TO u.s. Of the
true and only point involved ~ the controversy between
US. in regard TO the proprey OF re-dstrctinR State
when has BEEN avowedly, less certainly gerry
mandered for the purpose Of securing the party having
msority in the State Legislature weight to which it is
not entitled in the Congressional representation. We do
advocate the disturbance Of tho existing arrangement
in North Carolina the Standard suppose with
a view Of enabling the Wings obtain a larger number
Of members than they entitled to; and hence no argu
men which may have used in l5il against the course
pursued by the dominant party the Virginia Legislature
who did arrange the Districts mainly with eye such
a result would conflict with present posion-whch
Is that papabe wrong having been done by tho North
Carolina Legislature in l5il il ought be Tscfifsd
by their In doing So do advise that
similar uroHg shall be perpeuaed those, the mi
Monty the Legislature Of that State who perpeuaed IT,
We propose withhold from them, IN the ro.nuanRc
ment Of the Districts, that justice which they denied 10
ho opponenls-but the other hand, do justice 10
both parties, by equal and fair apporuOnment Of
representation. In other words, not 10 favor Of
geuymunderng that State now, any moro than we were
in favor OF geymbndcrng Virginia In lSil But we wish
to undo The wrong then done, by giving q mojohty Of
the people majority Of the representatives in Congress.
II there be any thing ant.ropubcan this uhc Standard
admits that is entirely demoeratel we have not yet been
convinced Of Thy the logic Of that paper.