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Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1847-03-18

capabilities for the full and honorable fulfil
nent OF the duties Of Governor of Pennsylva-
MIA. His private aud political character had
always been marked by unfakering integrity,
and he stood without reproach.
Mr.. Ball, Of Erie, desired TO express his be-
lief that so popular was Gen. Irwin, SO eminent
and generally known and appreciated was his
character in The northwestern portion Of the
State, at least, ,ha, he could and would, If pla-
ced in nomination, regenerale that portion Of
our Commonwealth
Mr. E. Hale spoke warmly and with much
feeling, of Gen. Irwin as his neighbor whom
he valued for his private worth and probity,
and whom he had occasion 10 know was ia
principle and in heart thorough Wing. He
bore his testimony to the sterling excellence
OF his character and TO The proprielyof bis claim
TO be nominated as he Wing candidate for
Governor, with entire willingness, for he knew
him we'll
his henevolence was prominent character.
's'ic which gained general esteem for him, and
among the lates. of his good acts was to give
fliy barrels of Corn Meal, raised by himself
Tor the relief Of the sufferers in Ireland He
was beloved by all parties and in so uniting
The good opinions Of all men, all must concur
that he could not fail to carry with him into The
contest, great strength, both in moral and poliI-
ical point of view.
Messrs. Durkee, Adams, Cowan and Ogle,
briefly responded in general terms. that as
friends Of the Hon. James Cooper, they had
provoked inquiry, and were satisfied by the
statements that had been made.
On motion the Convention then proceeded
10 vote on the nomination for Governor, and
the ballot having been completed, IL was as
cer,ained lha,---
Gen. James Irwin had 80 votes.
Hon. James Cooper had 36
P. S. Michler
Hon. Walter Forward E" 5
Whereupon Gen. JAMES lRvIN was declar-
ed 10 be The regular nominated Whig Candi-
date for Governor.
On motion of Mr.. Brown. the nomination
aas unanimously confirmed by The vote of The
Convention.
On motion, the Convention adjourned until
o'clock tomorrow morning
The Convention adjourned in an excellent
s,a'e Of feeling. There was no loud exulla-
,ion-no exhibition Of triumph. II was mani
fest TO all that the delegates were satisfied en-
,irely with The result Of their deliberations, and
while there was expressed Joy a, The nomina-
lion Of Mr. Irwin, ihere were hearty cheers,
also. for Mr.. Cooper and his friends.
The testimony in favor oi, Mr.. Irwin was
warm and unanimous when the decision was
officially made known. and The Wings have in
this commencement OF The campaign given glo-
rious promise Of the unity and harmony Of pur-
pose which in the contest itself will win them
q great victory, and sea. Mr.. Irwin in the Gu
LeTns,orial chair Of Pennsylvania.
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The Norfolk Herald truly says thai the re.
slgnalion of Major General Benton will leave
room for General always in favor with the
people general sa,iafactioa
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j ne convention men proceeded 10 oaioi ior
a selection, with The following result
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nndor which they passing. Their dcstimton
is inoonparably deporable character then II was
last year Tbs yield OF shorter while the failure
of the potato crop has been general added 70 which,
the grnaeies Were all empty the commencement OF tho
season. aud now they experience unlocked for hardships
the scarcity aud consequent high price OF fuel On their
account although but month has passed away, long
the budding leaf of early spng Ii there should be
considerable mperection in the crop OF potatoes next
year, the cultivation of the vegetable will be utterly absn-
doned William Cobbe 1t appears, predicted IN 1872 that
Ireland from the reliance which she placed upon the
hateful weed he termed il, article OF substs
tence would be reduced precisely such condition as
she has been in for the last years He felt confident
that destined itself in 20 years. and In an
ticpaton of such occurrence, he urged immediate
improvement of the lands, adapt them the grow
ing of wheat, rye, and oats.
Our may be interested in knowing the Rue
COVE has ordered the captains OF foreign vessels
with and bound for the Russian ports of the
Baltic provide themselves, Elsineur, with certificates
from the authorities of Denmark, that portion OF their
cargo of explosive otherwise dangerous dcscrp
ion, and without which they will not be permitted TO en-
ter This information has been to the Chamber
Of Commerce in Paris by the French Minister of Com
merce
In order prevent appeal to the Gernanc Diet and
the solicitation of Austria and Prussia the Danish gov
eminent, learn by letter from Hamburger, has at length
consented permit railroad, by which Hamburger and
Lubbock be connected pass through the Duchy
IIoein After all that have written upon this subject
need assure you that delighted with this intei
gonce The work. when completed, will be of incalcula-
BILE advantage the United Ssaes-much tha n
my other in Europe Yours truly,
AMERICANCS.
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MIR. Whecler's Letter.
DIR. HousToS
WASHINGTON, Feb

WASHINGTON, February 3, 1877.
SR In last evenings " Union," referring my note OF
the same date, you say;
Tha gentleman very coolly admits that he did sell to
Blair Rves the reports which he contracted furnish to
and for which paid him and several assistants very
liberal price"
| certainly made such admission, do think that
reasonable Interpretation OF what said will Justify the
inference The facts these Mr.. Rives did, as he
your reports for the House. He told that he had done
your request Within few minutes you made your
appearance behind the Speakers chair, and was intro
duced you by Mr.. Rives This the llh of De-
cember, 1915.
NY engagement with Messrs Blair & Rves made in
November OF the year. through letter to in the
north and the OF my engagement such az you
state These added to, diminished,
nor changed by of my connexion with YOU My in
strucons take wing speeches from the Inteli
gencer and democratic speeches from the Union and
all necessary corrections, extensions Nc, made by
my notes, or by the revision OF members.
This the of things when finally entered upon
my engagement with you. That engagement was made
with the distinct knowledge your that had charge
of the Congressional Globe, and with the distinct under
standing that should retain it, And letter OF mine to
Mr. Rves dated about that time, and now, presume in
gagcment these but that If the two things should
be found incompatible should resign the Union, and adj
here my original contract with the Globe Subsequent,
y made any of the fact that the reports oil
the House, after undergoing the necessary corrections and
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sirbled policy, which will only defeat the Objects
. ,be war. and tarnish the honor OF thepeace
borsightei il is in every respect We are IMPRESS
- mon Europe the melancholy lesson OF our weakness
"a our distractions We are casting slur upon the
,sooh of our institutions We are playing more nd-
Ions and fatal game as regards Mexico herself We
abandon her territory without any adequate equivalent Tor
r legitimate claims. We may perhaps, patch up peace
nth Mexico for the moment; but how long rs IT 10 con
;o,e, How long shall preserve those peaceful
anil friendly relations" which Mr. Benien so much de-
,as, For a number OF years past we have suffered by
.ye. Of aggressions from that unjust and insulting
lion She has given just for war, the President
1 both houses of Congress declared several years ago
Whit will be the effect OF such end of the present war;
bont making her feel the full force of power and
;bout obtaining adequate indemnity Tor our wrongs
cha m cease to respect character She will desplse
arr mpo,ence We shall receive from this obstinate and
,huIent neighbor new outrages We shall thus be pro-
,oLel 10 wage against her bloody and expensive
r 4 system of tactics such as the amendment pro-
,o,es ana the terms OF peace which it directly recon-
enls 10 the United States, will only procrastnate the evil
ana involve us hereafter in new and more harassng
contest The only way preserve apermanent peace is
now 10 make an IMPRESSION upon MEXICO from which
she cannot promptly We must strike, and then
she will hear us We must strike boldly, and then we
need not strike again
Let the federal leaders pursue their indicated policy.
The free people OF this country will repudiate and de-
sise it. We are sure that member of Congress who
owes the proper allegiance to the great of the
democratic party will far forget the honor of his
try the demands OF gallant people, or his own character
as lend any countenance absurd and extraordinary
proposition We but echo the views of patriotic peo-
pe without regard to party distinctions, when we res
ectfuly call upon Congress promptly to reject and re-
hlke so nnnatriotc project
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From our Baltimore Correspondens.

The Storm aud is sgses coid ,r.aihrstsam srle;ien
Suspension of Geographic of the
markets &c.
The weather. to-day is bitter cold with high wind
bright sky and unclouded SUM- The heavy wind opo-
rating on the Susquehanna has kept the northern mail
back hour beyond its time Tho papers, however bring
news of importance
The storm yesterday did considerable damage in every
sectonof the city The roof of Emory Chapel was abon,
half carried off and great anxiety felt hear of its ef
iccts the bay
The explosion mentioned yesterday was at the nseed
oil mill OF the Mesrs Smiths The boiler broke in tho mid
de- and passed through the walls both sides of the mill
One half passed through frame house.
The telegraph still out of order, that again
without dng the condition of the northern markets
to-day.
The Baltimore market has been quite inactive TODAY
and but little business transacted whilst the price
flour is tending downwards Small sales of Howard stsee,
flour made Yesterday $5 SIT, more than which
purchasers We're unwilling to give. Late yesterday after
there also sale OIL 800 barrels of Howard stree,
at 70 10, being decline of II per barrel on rev,s
transactions This morning sales have been made 10
moderate extent at the price, Some are unwiI,;r
TO take less than &c. Receipts very large botl bo
wagon and railroad Offers of 6 for City Mills have becn
refused. Corn meal is held ut o. Nt to s6 Small
sales of good prime red wheat making at 81 rs ri =,
cents per bushels white wheat for family -four n AZ c,s
Sales ofwhe and yellow corn this mornnv ~ !. r,rl.
extent at W 20; though the demand not quite 20 ao
tive Oats selling 88 cents rye rs cents. and cov.
seed 81 80 a 81 IS per bushel.
ANew York. yesterday, nothing was done in -four to war
rant quotations Holders firm at the advanced ra,o,
anxousy looking for the smoke of the steamer Se rah
Sands. 10000 bushels Jersey corn sold at 81 Os ana
oooo bushels OF various descriptions, part arrive a, n
vi o. $4,000 bushels of have been sod to arrive
81 and 1000 bushels upon the opening of the river a,
30 cents 500 bushels Genesee wheat sold at 81 IS
AtPhiadeipha, yesterday, there were in breadsfn
OF about 5000 bbs -four ostandard brands at &C. which
the general asking price. Corn meal had settled n h
- 62s, although some holders still asking "a IA
Wheat steady about 81 IS for good and pr;ms r.ds
and vi 40 Tor white Corn was trife lower S,les of
Soo bushels at 30 si cents at which there were sever,
offers TO SELL Sales of southern at % 10 cant. -
pennsylvania Mt 40 cents per bushel Whiskev was s,i
scarce, commanding 80 cents per gallon in bbs
lHr oorroS MARKrr.-At New York, on Tuesdav thers
were 'aes o. ABOUT 1000 bales at the steady advanced
prices and up to o'clock Yesterday the ssss vvrs .hc,
the same. "'
AT Philadelphia yesterday there was no mov,men, in
cotton but prices firm
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EDITORS CORRESPONDENCE.
From our European Correspondent
No. Xxi.
FlnIs POlOnle.
JOHN P. HESS.


FRANKFoRT-oN-rHE-MAlNEJ Jan. i, l847.
DEAR SIR. As Kosciusko fell from his horse in the cee-
battle OF Maezcjowiezc, covered with wounds he
exclaimed FINS PoLoSIE. Never, perhaps, words
prophetic oil AN event than these OF the destiny OF his
ilated country Cracow has been formally incorporated
into the empire of Austria and it is believed that the cabi
net of St Petersburg has resolved perfect early
av the annexation of the former kingdom of Poland to the
immense Russian empire. 1t is true that such procedure
could not make the condition OF Poland more AFFECT than 1t
ut present, She ceased exist politically the l4h Of
February 1892 The organic statutes OF Nicholas dated
ON that day announced that the Kingdom OF Poland rs
forever Incorporated with the empire OF Russia, and
forms nm juseparable part of it," Since then, conse-
ouenv she has had no constitution, legislative
body no army, and has been only contradstnguished
from Russia proper ON account OF her having been
nerni,ted TO enjoy kind of pseudo nationality under
Governor and distinct administration. Whether the
IRE has been finally determined upon not there be
but little doubt that is in contemplation, and will be
speedy consummated. In the annihiation of the inde
endence of Cracow, there fragrant violation of the
,rea which settled peace OF Europe and although
extension of bounds OF Russian territory to the confines
of Germany would be a terrific (and not less papa-
b disregard of its stpuations to the remaining contract
inc parties vet Nicholas clearly perceives that high
handed act has been committed with mpuny, might here
after will be the only European law recognised.
ENGLAND and France transmitted protestsnot
;,;n,Iv however-to Vienna ST. Peersburgh, and Berlin
against the outrage upon Cracow That OF Lord Palmer
ston has not yet found its way the public eye, but is
represented by the London journals as an able paper
triumphant in all its arguments and conclusions. Mr.
Guzos has been published Public expectation has been
greatly disa pponted in its sentiments and temper after the
claor raised by his organs in Paris upon the subject 1t
is nssuredy as harmless document of the kind
emanaed from the pen of premier; and it bears upon
lis face unmistakabe evidence that IL was prepared
the performance Of duty than for the attainment of
object 1t well give the slightest offence to either Of
the three northern monachs can it be productive of
the slightest good in maintaining the equilibrium of Europe
II is very questionable whether France sincerely desires
continuance nvioae of the treaty of Vienna She was an
unwilling party TO it at the time OF Its conclusion and has
more TO gain aud lose by its abrogaton than any
other power concerned Russia excepted She will observe
the obligations and conditions imposed by Il until case
arises where her policy obviously requires her to disregard
them and she viii then plead as an absouton the desruc
ton of Cracow Louis Philippe is not more averse to an
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,, Feb. 4th. 1917

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,, Feb ith, 1917.
During service in this House, for the last four years,
have had frequent occasion to examine the reports OF
bates by the several reporters for the different daily papers
have ut all times known the Authors of the different
ports but far have been made acquainted with them
regard the reports of DIR. j. A. Houston distinguished
for their accuracy. know him to possess high quaiiica-
lions, in the line Of his proessionndeed, know of but
one man whom deem his equal, in skill and power, 10
make full and accurate reports in the running debates
which in the House take great pleasure in bearing
this testimony whose services have shown that he
deserves all that has been said of his Skill in the line Of his
profession s. A. DOUGLASS
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b. 2, 1917,

GENTLEMEN In article in the Union of last night, pur-
porting be reply statements in letter bearing
your signature aud relating the manner in which the
reports the Congressional Globe have been prepared
find il distinctly asserted that he reports of the debates
in the Senate last session. which prepared Tor the
Union, Were transferred wholesale 10 the Globe with all
The uncrupuousness which distinguishes the transactions
of the chepdfers dindustrie."
As reporter in the Senate during the last session OF
Congress, an compelled act of seldeence TO de-
that the Union reports OF the debates IN the Senate,
during that session 'were transferred wholesale 10 the
Globe. Whenever these reports appeared to me 10 have
undergone the revision OF the speakers or to have been iu
nished by them, (Which frequently the case) adopted
hem for the obvious that have rewritten what
strictly in accordance with my notes. would have
been waste of labor, uniformly compared these with
notes. for the purpose OF tracing the coincidence
and correcting of sense or language.
During the present session. the effectiveness OF the Sem
reports in the Unon is apparent, that cannot be
necessary that without foeitng all claim 10 conf
mon accuracy. | could have found single reported
speech which would have ventured transfer There
has been much originality in them, thai should have
been liable charge for the Infringement of the law Of
copyright, had done
What the .unscrupulousness which distinguishes the
transactions of the chepaers dindsrie" may be, perhaps
The habits of the writer of the paragraph have quoted
enable him understand better than do can only
that if persons of that class scrupul9ls in all
their have been nthe transferring reports.
the race would be in danger OF speedy extinction.
JOHN AGCi.
To Messrs BLAIR ~ RHEs.
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SrvArE CnAMnER. Wednesday, Feb 3, 1871.

GENTLEMEN NV attention has been called TO statement
in the Washington ''Unon, which may create the impress
sion ha you indebted that journal for The reports OF
the Congressional Globe. 1t is due TO justice that should
that corps of reporters is not eNceed by THAT oil
other establishment md that so far as am concern
ed the columns of the Union have not contained reports
10 any considerable extent o those portions OF the debates
which have fallen lot 10 record, whatever my dispo
ion might have been 10 avail myself of them II hey had
appeared in those columns. | find mention whatever
in The Union of debates which have furnished for
The pages OF the Globe, the of many pages and
hence the charge is groundless regards myself
ann, gentlemen, in great haste, yours respectfully,
X. SUTTON
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letter of Mr.. in
ing passage :

-
oh TUESDAY evening we puoiiSii1u uie extraordinary
letter OF MI Jno T. hVes' IN "hlch occurs 'he ioho"
ing passage
But there still nnotler justification for using The re-
po n o. le mno.5 W.T. LINN ~, h oh,iu
ing sufficient number OF subscribers make the publca
ton profitable The subscription Isl was Transferred TO us,
qI hi ma "" iJ o ~ Jsb Inss for in conse
quence of the extraordinary protracon the session. and
the extent OF the reports we sunk money on our own sub
Irpjr h ~ far baar q iotoi iossta edors Of that
print having received the subscription money, amounting
to between twelve and thirteen hundred doafs, wi'hou'
It's n sI:L s - ~ 80 fII; oil,
:. I,hsari,or ,;at vas ,r,nsfarrad - win m
quest that we would fulfil the engagement of the Union
Not true We made no proposition OF the knd to Blair q
aives. lhe iaea Ills we supioc u 1 my h %
10 imagine-eracfy the other ray The proposition came
to US from Blair " Riyes Through their asentMr Iiol-
hen tCnr anght Knew. at ali evens) their agcnt-Bnir
Ryes proposed to purchase our list for $500 Afer
hGcaPaea ,ne , ann M
was accommodating upon us such extent, that
not unwilling TO diminish the business demands upon my
"'eh"o''
now IL anything were waning 10 corroooia,e IN
above statement Inc letter OF MI hoahu lwmeh Mr'
hiVes Phosnes 10 fgn'e ~ Is conclusive VI ie ia1i
1t VIII there De seen whence he Teqsa 10 transfer 'e
SUBSCRIPTIONS emanaeu. WI, =. acknowledges uiat he
TOD Mf. He'ss Wd YOU Nhir. i1'es) Observer 70 ne
(fiolland) hdt you aconta Ne Wn"S 10 8ee ooo o""s
for me hS" whether MT Holland acted without au-
thorl'y OF not Is Periecny hhnieia; ne was h"oWh
to be the agent OF Mr. fves IN regard 10 sueh matters IN
other similar cases, and certainly did not occur TO me
to nouire if he had special power of attorney for this
norcular case Bu Mr. Hollands statement is in every
dnorn,an I, IL Lima Of Mostly
and negative affair He remarks SIN MT Heisss state
ment IN ms morning oi'on hg says poposeu ilon
you to purchase the is OF SUBSCRIBERS 10 Inc tongues
siona Union Not So" and Immediately afterwards ad-
;ts that he did make the proposition to purchase the list
&c. soo dollars
~, ~ uaIa5 :; tr.,,or ,;s,,,on n s,,,;nr ,h,, re
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,,

WHsnIISoI!' FtpTnHTy III, fo4I'
II gives great pleasure give in the most empa
ic manner, my favorable testimony in behalf of the profess
sional qualifications of A. Houston, esq During the two
sessions of the present Congress- when il has been da
business examine the reports of its proceedings have
been constantly struck with the wonderful fidelity and accu
task
In this opinion, am that every member Of the
House will cheerhlly
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SENATE CHAMBER, 29ih - 1876
Mr. Reverdy Johnsonss respects to Dr. Houston, and is
obliged him for the copy of the Union" Of yesterday
The report of what Mr. said yesterday is exceedingly
accurate, and he will be yet further obliged Dr. H. it he
will report, with equal ness, what Mr. ]. said to-day
the Texas navy bill
DR.. HoUsToN.
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House. REPRESENTATIVES,, Feb 4, 1871.
DEAR SIR; In compliance with your note just received
answer with pleasure that have been much struck and
gratied with the rapdty and accuracy of your reporting
! am very respectfully, your humble servant
c. ]. INGERSOLL.
DIR. JAS. A. HoUsToN.
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every member of the
GEORGE ASHMUN.
uonsE nr REPRESENTATIVES, Feh. q ls47.

HOUSE REPRESENTATIVES, Feb. 4, lS47.
have been requested TO express my opinion OF the pro
fcssiona merits OF James A. Houston, reporter OF
debates He has been engaged in reporting congressional
proceedings at the present and the last long session. and II
gives pleasure to that his efforts have been emf
nenty successful His reports of the discussions IN the
House distinguished for cearness, spirit and fidelity
For accuracy style and expression he is unsurpassed In
my opinion he is justly entitled to place in the yeE front
rank OF his profession. W. HUNT.
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The National Integencer OF this morning, in noticing
the copy OF the proceedings OF inquiry which have
published respecting the general ORDER says that got
1t from the War Department The lnteigencer does not
appear recolec, that the proceedings of the court
published some years ago among the documents of the
department.
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have been much struck with the spirit and extreme
accuracy of the report given in the Union. of the inn
poant tariff debate, which has just terminated in the Sen
ate. was present during considerable portion OF IT, and
found the slight and characteristic interruptions with
which it was incrspersed, ompletely dagneneoiyped
ROBERT DALE OWEN.