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CELEBRATION AT WATERBURY.

The Ma,tatuck Division Of the Sons Of lem
perance celebrated their Second Anniversary
at Waterbury on Thursday evening last. At 6
o'clock the Division, together whit their guests
from I.itchfcld, Naugatuck and Bristol, met at
the Division Room, whence they proceeded IN
re4alia to the Baptist Church, The central
slim, Of the Church were filled with the large
and flourishing Division Of the Daughters Of
TEMPERANCE, all wearing neat, modest badge,
and presenting a very beautiful and interesting
anpearance. The Sons filed the remaining
slips, md the galleries were crowded win
SPECTATORS The services were commenced
with singing and prayer, after which the au-
diencs were favored with one of the,very best
temperance addresses to which we have ever
listened, from Rev. J. H. Perry, G. w. P. OF
the State Division. The address was rep.ets
with sound argument, felicitOus illustrations,
and eloquent and impressive appeals In favor
of the glorious cause of temperance, and TIL
umphant vindication of the Order from the ap
prehensons of good and the assaults of bad
men.
After the exercises at the church, the pro-
cession was reformed, (the Daughters taking
the lead } and proceeded to Gothic Hall, where
most sumptuous banquet had been prepared.
Every thing here was admirably arranged, and
reflected great credit on the Sons and 'Daugh-
ters' of the enterprising, lourishing and tenn
perance village of Waterbury. After the en-
tertanment, appropriate addresses were made
by the Rev Mr.. Elliot Of the Congregational
church, Rev MIR. barrow Of the Baptist, Rev
Messrs. Dixon and Smith of the Methodist
church, Brother Cook Of the American, and
several other gentlemen.
Great good has been already accomplished
by the Order of the Sons Of Temperance in
Waterbury. A large lumber have been saved
through its instrumentality from the conse>
quences intsmperance, and, as the Rev MIR.
Elliot truly observed, its influence has been
good and only good upon that community
The same may be said Of all the Divisions that
have been instituted.
There are now over one thousand of these
associations IN the several states Ol our uHlon,
and we hear from all quarters Of their benefi>
cent influence. Thousands of desolate homes
have been made cheerful, and fathers brothers
and sons who had been deemed almost beyond
the reach OF human efforts to save them, have
been taken by the hand and restored to sobriety
and usefulness; and when brought under the
watch and influence and brotherly treatment of
the Order, they are much less likely to be se>
duced from their obligations than under any
organization which has been heretofore ats
tempted The platform Of the Order is tens
perance. This is the great and leading object:
and though there are other important features
in the organization. they all give strength to
that which is its foundation. May it continue
to receive the blessing OF heaven, and be the
instrument of preventing mul,itudes from en-
tering the paths Of 'the destroyer and of ssnd-
ing joy and prosperity to the wretched and de-
graded victims Of intemperance throughout the
land. c.
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PRINCE DE TALLYRAND.

This distinguished parsonage of France, be-
ing accused by friend for very frequently
changing his politc4, he replied
have always been faithful to France, and
never more than in deserting her rulers when
| saw they no longer possessed her confidence.
The kingdom remains, though the sovereigns,
like shadows pass over it, and change so con.
stantly. look to the substance, which the
kingdom is, and not TO the shadows that glide
over it, many Of which have seen disappear ;
and, old as am, shall in all probability see
more. The French love change; we cannot
alter this taste. and therefore must submit TO
this inconvenience. The same love of variety
which makes them seek perpetual change OF
fashions, leads them also to desire a change OF
dynasties. That is their affair, not mine; for
the country, which is my object. remains,
the sovereigns are like the coins of that name
in England: in early life discovered mode
Of preventing sea sickness; it is to yield unre.
sistingly to every motion Of the vessel as it is
impelled with the wind. identifying myself,
as it were, with the skip. This same princi.
pie. applied to politics, has formed the ground
of my conduct. and have as yet had no reason
to repent Of it.
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SenatOrial Mammalian

by reference to the procecdingsof the sena.
'er'al Convention which met a, Wolcottyille
on Tuesday. it will be seen that GIDEON
HALL, Jr., Of Winsted, was Unanimously
nominated as the Wing candidate to represen,
this District in the State Senate. 1t is a good
nomination. and will secure the united suppor,
OF the Wings Of the unconquered Fifteenth.
Mr. Hall has twice represented the town Of
winchester in the lower House, and is we'll
known through the District as an u,,yayeris.
"hig' fully competent to discharge the duties
OF The honorable station 10 which hs will h
elected.
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TEACHERS CONVENTION.

A Convention of the Visitors, Teachers and
friends Of Common Schools OF Litchfield and
vicinity, assembled at the Court House, Feb
II, 1917, and was called to order by Hon. Seth
P. Beers.
Rev. Samuel Fuller, D. D., was appointed
President, and Rev J. F Norton, Secretary.
Hon. Seth P. Beers Introduced to the Con.
vention Rev. M. Richardson of Hartford, who
addressed the Convention, particularly with
reference to the methods of instruction in the
School Room.
Remarks were also made by Rev. Mr.. Nor-
ton, Mt. En.ign of South Farms, and Sam'l H
Dudley Esq.
A Committee was raised to consider the ex-
pediency of calling Teachers Convention for
| the County of Litchfield, and to report there
on. This committee was composed Of the in
dividuals whose names follow Hen Seth P.
Beers, Rev. Nj. Rt hardson, Mr.. s. NJ. Ensign,
George C. Woodruff, Esq, Mr.. John Catin,
Mr.. Samuel NJ Peck and MIR. WIN. G. Guild.
Adjourned to meet at half past 6 O'clock in
the evening.
EVENING SESSION.
Met according to adjournment. The Secre-
tary being absent, Dr. A. S. Lewis was chosen
Secretary pro. tenn.
The Committee appointed at the afternoon
session on the subject Of County Teachers
Convention reported THAT it is sxpedient to
hold County Convention of School Teachers,
to commence at this place on the Sd Tuesday
port was accepted.
The following gentlemen were appointed
Committee Of Arrangements. TO act with refer.
ence to the contemplated convention:
Albert Sedgwick Esq, Jason Whiting ESQ.,,
Deac. Cyrus Catln, Dr.. A. S. Lewis, Geo. C,
Woodruff, Esq and Col, Francis Bacon.
The Rev. MIR. Richardson again addressed the
Convention, pointing out some Of the defects
in our system of school instruction the remedy
proposed, &c. sc. The Rc7 Dr. Fuller and
several other gentlemen present also addressed
the Convention; after which the thanks oil the
Convention were rendered to the Rev. NJ Rich
ardson for his highly instructive, practical and
able addressed before this Convention during
its afternoon and evening sessions.
Voted to present copy of the Convention to
the publishers of the village papers for inser-
ton. After which the Convention adjourned.
AS LEWIS, Secretary Pro. Tenn.
Mr.. EDIroR,-I forward to you the above
Ior insertion in your paper. The Convention
Of last week was one Of great interest, and it is
believed that it will be followed by important
results.
Although the Committee of Arrangements
for the Convention in April will doubtless give
due notice thereof. still it is desirable that the
attention of teachers throughout the county
should be early directed to this movement
which we hope to make in behalf of our com.
mon schools. 1t is hoped that many will avail
themselves of the privileges which such con.
venti0n will offer.
Respectfully Yours,
JOHN F. NORTON.
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Senatorial Convention.


AT meeting Of delegates from the sevoro
towns In the 18th Senatorial District, held a
Inc hotel of n. B. Richards, in WolcottviIle
Feb. 10. 1s47, Sheldon Osborn ESQ, was cbo,.n
Chairman Protein. and S. C. Blair, Secretary
Protein.
The following delegates were present:
Observation-Disclosures Buel, Henry A
Hull, Norman Hall, jason whiting.
Iorlngton.-Darius Wilson, Japnah r,
FhelPs, Alonzo Whiting, Noah Drake. If.
Colebrook,-Edward Carrinpton. Jared
Dem'ng, Hiram Baldwin, John Marshall.
New Hartford.-Henry Jones, VIM 8,
Nash, Chester Rider, S. II. Henderson,
decentralization Burnham, Aria Al.
ford, s. C. Blair, R. A. Doolittle.
"lnchester.-Wm. F. Hatch, D. B. Vince.
lock, H. N. Blake, Oscar Adams.
Observation-Disclosures Osborn, Will, Catlin
Samuel S. Catlin, VIM. Wilson.
On motion, committee Of one from each
town was appointed to report permanent off.
GERS for the Convention, who reported the fol-
lowing names:
Gen. Frederick BUEL, for President,
Arba Afford, Vice President.
sc, Blair and Oscar Adams, Secretaries
Voted. That H. A Hull, Jannab r ph.,r.
ID. ID. Whselock, Edward Carrington Arh'
Afford and s. H. Henderson be a committee ~
draft resolutions. ~
After recess. the conventio, proc seded to
ballot for candidate to represen, the District
In the next Legislature. Gideon Hall r. #
winchester. having the greatest number ..
votss' was declared duly nominated. Where
upon it was
Resolved, unanimously. that this Conye,t;on
present the name of GIDEON HALL Jr, E,n
as suitable person TO represent this Uisir,rt
~ the Senate Of the next Legislature.
1.-THE resolutions reported by the Committee
lot that purpose are necessarily deferred.1
George d. Wadhams and John Camn wsrs
appointed District Committee for the ensn;nr
year:
FREDERICK BUEL, President,
o.e c.. s1 1D4I., ssers'arie..
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Salisbury

AZ meeting Of the Wings of Salisbury
nsIden at the Academy Hail, the following
persons were chosen Delegates to attend The
Senatorial Conventiod tor The 18th District to
viz, '"' Sf'n inst
MOSES L. GRAHAM.
AMOS L. pATTlSON.
HORATlO AMES,
NEWMAN HOLLEY.
JONATHAN T. NORTON, Secretary
Salisbury, Jan. 90, 1917.
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Valentines Day,

Sundey last, Feb. IA, this day, so renowned
ia the annals of the young, occurred. The
question is often asked-What was the origin
Of, the custom of sending Valentines From
Whea,ly's Saints Of the Romish Calender we
learn that Valentine was presbyter of the
church, and suffered martyrdom under Claudi-
Es at Rene. Being delivered into the custody
of one Asterius, he wrought miracle upon his
daughter. who, being blind. he restored to
sight, by which means he converted the whole
family to Christianity, and they afterwards suf
fered martyrdom for their religion. Valen-
tine, after years imprisonment at Rome. was
beheaded about the year 27l and was enroll ed
among the martyrs Of the church-his day be-
ing established before the times Of Frederick
The Great. He was a man of most admirable
parts. and 80 famous for his love and charity,
that the custom of Choosing Valentines upon
his festival took its rise from thence.
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EVENTEENTH DISTRICT-The Dele.
- gates from the several towns composing the
lath Senatorial District will meet at the house
OF sylvester Bradley in Falls Village, Salisbury
on wednesday the 9th February next, at 10
o'clock A, NJ. to nominate candidate for TIE
State Senate to be supported by the Wings at
the coming election. A full delegation It is
hopedwill be present.
Per order of the District Committee
Jan. 90, 1917.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1847-02-18

THE LEVERRrERE PLANEr.-It appears BY
late discoveries. that this planet is continually
approaching the earth When first discovered.
II was with difficulty seen with tho most pow.
erful telescope; but it is now nearly visible to
the naked eye. /: is said to travel at the rate
Of a million and half miles in twenty. four
hours, and as it is believed by some to partial
Of the nature ola comet, some philosel ners an.
prehend serious results from its approach The
most learned Professors in England and France
rious problem,
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Senatorial Convention

GXTENTH DISTRICT, A Convention
~ for the nomination of a Wing candidate
for the State senate in this District will be hol-
den at Parish's Hotel in Washington. on Tues.
day the 23d Of Feb next at 10 o'clock A. M,
ny vote of the last Convention each town is
entitled to four delegates.
JOHN C. AMBLER, )
J. II. BELLAMY, Cem'i,tee,
JOSHUA BIRD,
{ Bethlem, Jan'y %, 1877.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1847-02-18

Gy-Wm. Whitman Esq. ofHartiord, CT. died
in that city Dec. 25, aged So He was sou of
ioFmer minister 81 Hartford, and brother Of
Elizaesih Whitman, whose romantic and mel
aneholy story was told by Mrs. Rowson OF 2os.
ton some ATTY years ago, in her celebrated novel
"ths coGne.is, or the history Of Elizabeth
wharton wno died st Danvers, IT'S, aged 81
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1847-02-18

~hon. John Davis was on Thursday uaan.
i"ons'y elected on the part of the Mas.,cb,.
ssits Seasie Senator in Congress f., civ vo,.
from 'i'e 4'h Of March nsxt, tie had previous
~ received majority oflhe votes of the Honss
'OI Inc same office, aud was accordingly d,,l lar.
ed duly elected.
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II is source Of true qualification here, and
and TO mere than the Wing members Of Cons
gress. I" learn Of lhe denomination of Truman
Smith of Connecticut. Mr.. Smith is in all
senses, moral, political and social. a True man
sans pe'", sans rcpr0che,aa honorable rep
reson;ative of Old Connecticut, and OF all New
England, Wash, Cor Of the n y, Express
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&S-A Division Of the Sons vi Temperance
was Instituted at WaIerlown on Friday evening
last. Gen, MERIT Hemingway was appointed
and installed w. p.
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Gougrrsslomal.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10. l84

referred, and several private bills passed.
The 3 900 900 discussed.
Mr.. Yuiee offered resolution to eXpel MIR.
Richie, editor Of the Union. and his reporter.
DR.. Houston, from the Senate Chamber-the
former for abuse Of the members, and the latter
for unfairness and Partially in his reports
After brief discussion the resolution was
poctponed until Tomorrow:
Feb. 18th.
The appeal of Mr.. Badger against the decis-
ion of the chair yesterday, that the resolution
of priv s:eu.u, lie over one day under the rule
when objec ted to, coming up, the Vice Presi-
dent said he thad consulted precedents and au-
thorities at length, and found nothing to change
his decision.
Mr.. Badger made an argument against the
decision of the chair, and argued that the res
olution was not one of privilege
Mr.. Webster said that however worded it
was not a resolution but an order to exclude
certain persons from privileges granted them,
and no more was REQUIRED to lay over under
rule than an order to clear the galleries
Mr.. Allen moved to lay the appeal on the
table-negatlved 81 to 81.
MIR. Yulee said the article in the article in
the Union charged the senate with treason
The dignity of the senate was involved
26 to 90. The resolution was postponed until
tomorrow.
The Three Million Bill was taken up and Mr..
Corwin addressed the Senate. His speech pro-
duced quite a sensation. When he concluded,
Mr.. Bagby got the floor for tomorrow.
HOUSE
Mr.. C. J. Ingersoll moved to close the debate
on the three Million Bill on Saturday at three
o'clock, order ed to lay the bill on the table, 81
to II. The bill was then taken up. and Messrs
Dobbin and Giles addressed the Committee in
favor OF the ELL, but in opposition to the Pro-
vico.
Mr. Gordon followed, in favor ofthe bill, and
the provise.
The conmite rose, and message was reeeiv-
ed from the President, announcing that he had
signed the Ten Regiment bill.
commandments received from the Pres
announcing that he had signed the Ten Rsgi-
ment bill.
The joint resolution of thanks to Gen TAY-
I.oR, with an amendment from the senate. was
receive and referred to the military cemmitte
Adj.
Feb. 10.
The resolution to expell Mr. Richie, was
passed in the Senate--yeas 81, nays 81
The 5000 900 bill was again taken up and
discussed, in the House.
20 Adams appeared and took his seat
A message was received from the President,
asking provision to be made for the appoint.
ment Of field officers under the ten regiment
bill-referrsd.
Feb IS.
In the Senate. offered two resolutions relstive
to the Mexican war, which ,on his own motian'
were laid on the table, to be taken up here
after.
The bill for the construction Of four steam
frgates. passed.
The Three Million Bill was then discussed,
In the House. the Three Million Bill was
taken up, and after several unsuccessful at
tempts to amend, lay on the table. Sc, it ,cas
passed, ,cith the Wilmot ProuisO attached, Gv
a vo:s Of rs TO lO5!
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For MExico CHARLES E. Moss, Esq. Of
Waterbury, formerly Of Litchfeld.) has pub
I'shed call ioI volunteers to a company Of
dragons for the war with MeSiro. Those
wishing to enter the services are urged to be on
hand soon, as 'hs number is rapidly filling up.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1847-02-18

N<mr' K'tchie. it will be seen. has been
expelled from the Senate, by vote of 81 10 81
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1847-02-18

0J-Tho February term ol the Superior Court
commenced its session in this village ON Tue.
day-JUdgs Waite, prcsidiag.
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Oo-The Hon. James Dixon. of Hartford. has
bee" 'e-"ominatcd Tor Congress in The Fins,
District VI this State.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1847-02-18

0ps-Ab"n, 800 Valentines passed through the
Li'ehisld post Office from Saturday to Monday
inclusive.
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the people pay the tax Will Pennsylvania
with debt Of forty millions-will those States
which arc unable to discharge their oblga-
tions-will they bear such taxi No, sir.
But, suppose this difficulty TO be got over
suppose that yeu get all the means yon want
is there sutfc lent unsninity aud zeal in the
conduct of this war to enable US to prosecute
it successfully to the termination which YOU
desire Does the experience of this session
furnish evidence that such would be the case :
No, sir--there is too much division Of sen,i-
msnt. There is large proportion of the peo-
pie of this country who believe that tina war
was avoidable-who believe il might have
been avoided There is too large portion al
tho people Of this country who believe that il
was commenced without constitutional author.
ity. There is too large a number who believe
that the war was not only unnecessary and in.
| expedient. but that its commencement was
highly injurious TO the interests as we'll AZ TO
the reputAti'n OF this country. And these
opinions are no doubt honestly entertained.
But, (said Mr.. Calhoun,) will admit that
all this has been surmounted-that men, mon.
ey. and unaa.mity can be had The question
! then comes up, can YOU, if you do not get
! peace with Mexico in the city Of Mexico, can
you bring this war to successful conclusion
by subduing the country? That is the ques
! tioh. Is tueTs any certalntv-for | do not
make il a question Of probability OF all--thal
you can bring this war 10 conclusion in that
way' Look at the history of such wars
! There are two analogous wars to which have
all eAGy alluded--that of Rnss in the Caucasus
and France in Africa, Those are wars Of ,
aimiar character. Tho assailaats are brave
aud we'll sciplntd troops. yet the occupant,
of those mountainous countries were delandin!
themselves successfully for years against suel
troops, the best perhaps in Europe. Are W.
to encounter no difficulty OF this kind wher
contending against people who are Proverbs
81 for resisting TO the last'
The daily national Whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1849, 1847-08-17
What has been seen.

BATTLE OF MoNrEREY. September 81, e.
23, ls46--three days hard lighting between
Gen Zachary Taylor with three thousand men,
and Gen. Ampudia with twelve thousand
men, resulting in the capi,ulatlon Of the City
loss Of the Americans in killed and wounds
ed-Fiue Hundred!
Battle OF BuENA VISTA. February 22d
ODD, between Gen. Zachary Taylor with five
thousand volunteers, and Santu .4nna com
,nanding a .Ncrican force Of ttcenty thousand
nen-resulting in the total overthrow Of the
enemy--oss Of the Americans in killed and
wounded Secen Hundred!
FALL OF VERA Cruz, and the Castle OF Ul-
loa, March 18th, lS47, alter several days bonn
bardment of the town by Gen. Scott with four
teen thousand men-loss OF the Americans in
killed and wounded One Hundred!
BATTLE OF CGRRo GoRDo-April 18th aud
18Th, two days hard fighting, between Gen.
Scott with twelve thousand men, and Santa
Anna commanding d picked .Mcnican force Of
t,ocaty thousand, resulting in the overthrow Of
the enemy-loss Of the Americans in killed
and wounded Too Hundred and Fifty.
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FRENCH PAPER HANGINGS,
JHLNDOW SIL1DE.S
- AND IIPHOI SIERY GOODS

GOLDMAN HART, 243 Broadway, opposite, the
y Park, have just received in store per the late ar
rivals from France their assortment Of Paper Hang
ings and Borders, which for variety and styles are
IN utpassel. They have been selected in Paris by
one Of the firm, and comprise the newest patterns
for parlors, bed rooms and halls, embracing new de-
scriptions in gold, silver and frcsco, particularly
adapted for rooms n this city,
Their stock Of Window shades are also com
plcc having been selected and painted by the most
celebrated artists in Paris and consist ng of the
cs, designs and at prices lower than have heretofore
been offered.
S. & II. would also beg to call the attention Of
families 10 their stock OF Upholstery Goods, which
will DO found 10 consist Of every article in their line,
embracing the hest selected assortment of materials
for furniture covering and Window Curtains, with
Trimmings, Comics, &c, to correspond.
Wholesale dealers supplied on liberal terms.
~ b. This establishment always closed on Sat
urdays july 2d-T
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NEW FALL GOODS.
J. A. UNDERWOOD,

No. l23 Pearl street. .Ne,o York
TTAs RECEIVED BY RECENT ARRIVALS
III FROM EUROPE, aud will continue to receive
Iy steamers anil Packets full assor mcnt of
Bobbinet and Thread Laces and Edgings, New
style
Muslin Laces and Ejgngs, new style
A end "a black and white plain and fancy
Nets '.a,
i A black Silk Nets, plain and figured .s
Black Silk Laces for IT innings
Silk and Cotton Qullings
Mems and women's black. white and colorcd
Silk Gloves
Mems and wornen's black white and colored
Spun Gloves
Fancy Cotton Mitts and Gloves
Black whits and coored silk Lace Mltts
Chliren's Silk Mtts and Gloves
Ia and Ia long Silk Lace Mi,s and Gloves.
:. do do children's do do
Black and white Silk Hosiery
do do Spun DO =.
silk Shirts and drawers
Black and Fancy Satin Vcslings
Fancy Silk CIavats
Ladies' Fancy Silk Handkerchieis
Fancy Bonnetings
Fancy Silk and Satin Trimmings, new and
confined sly les
Bavarian Gimps
Bullion and ohcr Fringes, from ] inch TO 3 }
inches, in great variety, some very rich
Nous and women's Thibct and Cashmere
.' Gloves
Children's Thibet and Cashmere Gloves
Mems heavy Woocn Gloves
do Chamois lined Berlin Gloves
Worstcd Shnwls, in great variety
do Cravats or Comforts, .."
Worstcd Hoods, in great variety
Children's do
Childrcn's Muils Prlerines, Doas, &c. &c
is Al Of which are offered for sale on the most
favorable terms. july 22--f