The New era. [volume] ([Portsmouth, Va.]) 1845-1847, 1846-07-07

family, TO bring them back TO Washington.
Permit me to offer you the following sentiment
on The occasion. and accept the best wishes of
Yours truly, THOMAS RrTCHIE.
The Volunteers Of our Coun,ry--W no are now
rushing TO her s,anderd-Ther nobe spirit is
worthy of their ancestors. who struck for Liberty
in '76.
y. The Constitution Of the United States
That wonderful instrument, the work Of the ssges
oi 10. that more than realizes the fairy Pavilion
ct Aladdn-so perfect tina, its protecting canopy
can include the world, and yet preserve its pris-
| tine force
TO- ireland--May the earnest struggles of her
sons for emancipation from British tyranny be
speedily rewarded with success.
| H. jefferson, Madison, Monroe and Jackson
Renowned for patriotism and civic vrtues-their
memories embalmed in the hearts of the peo
pie.
~ The Press-May its usefulness be equal to
its power.
| Is. Woman-Ve see her but to lave her--we
name her To praise
VOLUNTEERS
! Bv tho Presdent-Z. Taylur-The Hero of
the Rio GTande, his recent brilliant achievements
are the hest guarantee To the American nation
that the spirit of re is still the incentive To his
gallant army.
BY the Vice Observation-Disclosures proud
mother of Presiden,s-the first freedom from
Britain by his consummatcd skill aad wisdom in
the fell--ihe last by his sterling integrity saved
| his country from The crushing rule Of moneyed
monopoly.
BY Col. M. Jordan-The Navy-lts true in
terPsis and pulicy, has been properly marked out
by its present head, in his annual message.
BY Jos. p Revnolds-Dr. William Collins
In all situations. The firm interchangeable friend nf
his native Town and State-His constant aim is
10 benefit them and his fellow citizens MAY
hot al, hs, ,,r IL, g.
BY j. NJ Binfnrd-.The Secretary of The Trea
sury, r. j Walkpr-rhe able advocate of II xas
and Revenue Tariff.
BY S. Wheeler-Hon George Bancroft-Pos
terlty will do justice 10 the patriot, statesman
| and historian.
BY VIM. II. Blow-The lamented RinggoId-
His immortal name. will, with gratitude be re-
inemhered by his country.
BY r. w. Young-Bright eyed Lberty-The
Patron Saint Of America, born TO us on this day
July, l776.
BY Capt. w. p Piercy-Onr Stars and Stripes
May The former light the friends Of freedom Ia
our shores. and the latter be plentifulIy showered
upon the shoulders of our enemies.
BY Jno. b. Davis-The Representatives Of the
Sovereign People--May they never forget In their
Legislation, that the " blessings of government like
the dews of Heaven should descend alike TO the
rich and tho roAr."
BY Jno Car-Ger. raylor-The muu with
short tongue. but with long sword. |, already
nu.reacses Palo Alto and La Resaca, While ii
points to the capital of the Moniezumas. The
enemy feels the sharpness Of its edge, and tyran,s
tremhe at its progress.
By Col. NJ. Jordan-Thc Hon. a. Atkinson
our Representative in Congress-His integrity
zeal. and republican principles endear him to us
His present and past career. gives confidence
i'll the future.
Al, IT..
Republicans of re.
BY S. Wheeler-The Declaration of 70
Three years and ten have tested lis wisdom,
and the i'll conceived wishes of the friends of
Monarchy, both at home and abroad have been,
and still doomed TO disappointment
BY A. f. Cunning ham-Mr. Har,t-The Ma
val Constructor on this sIation-A mechanic and
gentleman. We know him as man, and hope
that his stay may be long among us, and agree
able to himself.
BY Jos. p. Reynolds-The United States
The milky way of Freedom, which each year
presents new beauties to the ardent and longing
gaze of her worshippers held in thraldom by the
despots Of Europe.
BY B. O'Neill--The Spirit of Lberty-T,s
march is onward-May ii soon reach the Emer
aid Isle, and encompass the earth
By John Alexander-The Tree of Liberty
May it continue to grow until its branches shade
the whole world, and paSied be the hand that
dare to lop off or inJure of its branches
BY VIM. II. Blow-The Daughters of the
Old Dominion Their beauty can only be sur
passed by their gentleness and virtue
BY Mr.. Lindsay-The Army and Navy
They are the main dependence in the hour of dan
germ peace, then, place them in a proper state
To render their country service. when duty calls
BY G. G.. Rubnsnn-John Y. Masun-One of
Virgnia's nobIest sons
By Col. NJ Jordan-'The Congress of The Uni
ted States now in session-So far, their dongs
have heen in accordance with the principles of
free Government. Gives US Revenue Tariff,
and the people will respond, well done thou
good and faithful servants"
BY Amos T. Jenckes-Our Mothers-Chey
stood By us. when we could not stand by our
selves, should occasion require it, may our friends
do likewise.
BY c. c. Robinson Who is James K Polk
hope ne will take the responsibility 10 answer
the question.
BY 5. Wheeler-.E pauletted Politicians
When they seek to bring into disrepute the
powers above them by their official acts, il is
high time to see to it, that the responsibility rests
where il belongs.
BY Col Nj. Jordan-Taomas Btchie. ESD
For forty years ne Richmond Enquirer sufficient
ly altess his devotion to the doctrines of '98
and 99. Though the frosls Of many winters
have whlened his locks, his vigorous mind and
strong pen will not be found less efficient at the
seat of the federal government.
MILITARY
Our Two unifurm companies the " Rifles" and
Guards" returned yesterday afternoon in the
steamer Augusta, from Petersburg, where they