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Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
The Uuien and the Constitution.

The leaders Of the Garrison, Abbey
Kelly Foster, Burleigh and Wright school,
synpathizs greatly with the Van Buren
Wings. Burleigh and Wright held meet
ings; several, days in Ravenna sometime
in June last, at which our glorious Con-
stitution and our National Union were de.
nounced in unmeasured terms. Christian
Ministers and churches were termed the
brotherhood OF thieves;' bul Daniel R.
Tiden and The Wing boilers, were ap'
plauded highly, and told TO go on Til
den himself, came into the Burleigh meet.
ing one day and spoke-and such bill
ing and cooling as was seen there that
day! while Democracy and Whiggery and
their regular candidates were serely kicked
and cuffed, without regard te truth or de-
cencv. And now, Tilden avows his efforts
are intended TO break up the Whig and
Democratic parties while the real object
is Disunio1, as some of them are free to
ayow. Can any honest patriot ofany par
tJ, support such men for Office, or their
nominees, and go homo with clear con-
science?
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
Look out for Frauds.

Democrats, now that we are on the eve
Of another important election, look out for
all manner of tricks which the ingenuity of
the opposition can invent. AS they have
done in times past, so will they do now
Base and groundless charges against our
candidates will be circulated in the by parts
of the county, which will not become public
until it is to late to refute them. Place no
confidence in these calumnies thus circulat.
ed, for they are intended but to deceive.
Look well to your tickets, and see that no
imposition is practiced in this respect. See
that every .voter is at the polls. Be active,
be sigilant, and cease not your efforts till the
polls close. s-==4 ~ -..s !.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
New York. Sent 23-7P N

., From Montevideo, Buenos Ayres, July
22d, we learn of an attempt at revolt, which
took place at Montividco on the 10th. The
hivennto clique again assayed its strength
with v the "Padae Quistas," but were once
foiled. - 5-
Ihe leaders of the Revolution were, Mar
tinan, Resallo, Mora, Duphy, headed by
negro subaltern, conspicuous in the sanguin-
airy tumults of April 18th. He was Killed
and the other conspirators fled. Only a
single battalion was engaged in the affair.
1t marched to the Plaza and stationed itself
close to the Police, whose inmates were pro-
h1blted egress. The chief of the Police es-
caped, and concerted measures with the mil
ltary authorities, which proved eflectual in
putting down the insurrection. Detroit
Free Press.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
Democrats, are you Ready?

But Eve days from to-day remain before the
great questions at issue between the democratic
and waig parties are to be decided. The parties
arc in the field and the hour of conflict is fast
approaching. The democracy are enlisted un-
der the broad banner of their country, with
the time honored principles of our party inscrib-
ed upon its ample folds, and for our motto, sEqua
political rights Our political adversaries are
gathered under the black flag of our country's
foes, and are are endeavoring to prostitute the
true objects of our republican government
the protection of the natural rights of her citi-
zens-to the base purpose of building up mon
led a,istocracy, of pampering wealth at the ex-
pense oflabor, and of exemptlng chartered mo-
nopolies from the burdens imposed upon honest
industry. They legislate for cspital at the e1-
pense of the natural rights of all our citizens
they endow one portion Of our citizens with
the power and privilege of feasting and fattening
upon tbs toll of their fellows. We seek to pro-
tect the natural rights of all and to provide for
the welfare and prosperity of the whole people.
Our banner is borne aloft by the patriotic We'll
LER, who seeks to make no concealment of his
principles, his position, or his preferences from
the public eye-who, when the the drum beat
tsto arms and when the summons came for Ohio's
braves to arm for BATTLE was among the first to
attest hi: devotion to his country, by leaving
friends and kindred, and family and home to
undergo the hardships and dangers of the battle
field in defence of his country's rights and honor
While WELLER was in Mexico, LEADING his brave
companions in the thickest of tho fight, and, for
the rights and honor of his country, braving
death even at the cannon's mouth, ,Seabury Ford.
his federal competitor, was acting with those who
were openly advocating the Withholding of supplies
of men and money, food and clothing, desiring to
see the brave men whom THEY had sent to Mexi-
co left the defsnceless prey of the 'boody handsn
suerrillas, and left to sarye in the enemys coun-
try. The democracy, are in favor Of the country
and the whole country-in favor of equal rights
and of equal and just laws to guarantee those
rights-they are opposed to monopolies and ev-
cry species of partial legislatiation which seeks
to build up one portion of the people at the ex-
pense of another--they believe in the ability of
the people toehoose their own agents and for that
parposes they have advocated the amendment of
of thesState Constitution to secure to the people
the power of chosing ALL their officers at the
ballot. box JOHN B. WELLER, for his attach
ment to just democratic principles fer his talents,
integrity and devotion to his country, and to the
interests and welfare of her people, has been Sc
Our opponents are opposed to all these measures
they are opposed to sustaining their country
II Har-op5ossd to giving the people the power
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04

At an election held at Nelson on the
18th inst, Willard R. Knowlton, Free Soil,
was elected Justice of the Peace over Gopher
B. Stow, Old Hunker, by majority OF
ftty-one votes.
MIR. Stow, who is deservedly popular, was
supported by partywhieh-one year ago
gave majority of. forty sis.s
'There will not be much of a storm after
ALL" Oh no! s.- .'- <
The above we copy from the Ohio Star of
last week, and it is fair specimen of Barn
burner honesty. The writer evidently un-
derstands by 'ffree speech" the privilege of
speaking falsehood. Here is a deliberate
attempt to convey the impression that at a
test election in township where, two years
ago, the democrats had 46 majority, these
@loose dirt" men have this fall elected JUS
tice by a majority of 81 votes, and that that
is the position of parties in that town. We
are told by men in that township that the
vote at that election was no test at all; that
Mr.. Stow was not nominated till noon Of the
day of election, and that he did not want
the Office; that many democrats voted for
Mr.. Knowlton because he was we'll situated
to do the business, and because he had dis.
charged the duties of that Office (to which
he was elected in this democratic town in
lS45, satisfactorily. At this election there
were but l59 votes cast, of which Mr.
Knowlton had 100, being but more votes
than he received in 1915, when the whole
vote was 1888. At the election when the
cold Hunkers" received 46 majority, the
whole vote was 236, and in 1916 the vote
was 23l-nearly hundred more than
were given at this Justice election. Wasn't
that a great storm!
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
Tickle Me and I'll Tickle You.

The Vanites, in support of their all-on-
one-side- -union-ticket for the county, are i'm
ploring the aid of the Taylor men, and
trying to make the good natured fellows be.
lieve that unio,, truly means every thing for
themselves; and that the above old saw
means, tickle us into office in October, and
we will tickle you out in November; that is: ::
help US try to lick the Democrats now, and
we will help them lick you like blazes then.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
Important Correspondence!
A LETTER FROM r. P. RANNEY,
DEFINING HIS POSITION ON
THE FREE SOIL QUESTION.

A LETTER FROM r. P. RANNEY,
DEFINING HIS POSITION ON
THE FREE SOIL QUESTION.
WARREN, TRUMBuLL CO., O.,
Sept. 80, 1s48. {
Il. T. RANNEY, Eso.,-DEAE SIR: You
have been nominated by the Democratic
party as candidate for Congress in this
District The disposition of our new Ter
ritories of California and New Mexico, to
bs made by Congress, respecting the ques-
ton OF Slavsry, renders it Of vast conse.
quence to the people to understand the po-
silion, principles and policy of the several
candidates for Congress. That the electors
in this District may understand your posi-
tion, principles and policy in relation to
this great question, and may be enabled to
suit themselves in making their selection,
will you be so good as to give, for publ.
cation, replies to the following questions?
viz:
1st. Is there any human government in
vested with power toprohibit by legislation
the existence or introduction Of slavery
into those Territories, if so, what Govern.
mentl
I'd. Has Congress such power? and
can Congress, either in framing a govern.
ment for these Territories,or by direct leg
isloton. prohibit slavery in thems
Sd. Has Congress power TO frame Q
government for said Territories, either un
der the constitutional by virtue of Nation
al Sovereignty over them? If it has, car
it provide guarantees for Liberty?
4th. Arc you in favor of maintaining
freedom in those Territories, and Of pro
hibitng any slavery in them; if so, wha
measures are you in favor Of for that pur
pose2
5,h. Are you in favor Of Congress ex
ercising its legitimate power against Sla
very, and would you be in favor of Of a
polishing Slavery in the District Of Colum
bia, and of interdicting the coast-wiss
Slave trade?
9Th. Are you in favor of the Platform
Of principles adopted at the Buffalo Con
vention?
7lh. For which ofthe Presidential can
didates do you design giving your vote ane
politica. influence?
Answers to these questions,it is believed
will give the people n fair understanding
ofyour position, principles and policy ir
reereace to the paramount question O
Freedom. Please answer if consistent.
Yours, Respectfully,
B. F. HOFFMAN,.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
Old Berks-Pennsylyania.

The following extract of letter from Old
Berks we copy from an exchange paper:
ssThe prospects Ct the democracy look
well in old Berks. We expect to give a
majority by at least 500 greater for Cass
and Butler than we gave for Polk and Dal-
las. There will be but one free soil aboli-
tion vote in the ballot box, and it will be
given by one who was a whig. He is the
only one can hear of. There are many
wings, that could name, who refuse to
vote for Taylor, while the entire democracy
are united on Cass and Butler and go into
the conflict hand in hand. Not one of them
will vote for Gen. Taylor ....-.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
Free Soil Governor.

. Col. WELLER, our candidate for Cover
nor, has declared himself in favor of freedom
in the territories-opposed to the extension
of slavery-in favor of land reform-oppos-
ed to electing slaveholding President
and fearlessly declares his sentiments on
all occasions to the people. Can as much
be said for Ford? If not, will not those
who prefer principles to men, vote for the
candidate who goes for freedom of the soil
freedom of speech-and freedom of men
whether candidates for office or not,
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
Come We out and Vote.

Every voter has duty to perform on Tues
day next. Every patriot should attend and give
his vote for patriot; not for disorganizer, a
friend of our enemy, or enemy to Consti-
tuition and happy Union. We can fraternize
politically with almost anything but dsunion-
ist. Come ont. then all patriots and vote the
democratic ticket, and nothing else, and let us
make clean sweep for our county. Let us teach
the disunionists and disorganizers-enemies Of
their country-that they have nothing.to hope
from the patriotic people of Portage county.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04

gfA TEAcHER's INSTITUTE commenced in the
Court House on Monday of this week.
Grea! interest is manifested on the part of
the number in attendance which we are pleased
to hear is very large.
Forty mine were enrolled on the list of mem
bers on the first day, which has since been in
creased to seventy.
Many citizens from out of town who have been
in from day to day have expressed their high
qualification with the exercises
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
O. Democrats, Wigs, Free soilers,

O. Democrats, Wings, Free Soilers,
read the able and interesting letter of our
talanted candidate for Congress, in another
column, and contrast it with the trucking,
skulking, double-dealing, cowardly course
of his competitor, Gen. Crowell. Mr.. Ran
ney, with the spirit of man confident in the
rectituds of his conduct, speaks forth his
honest sentiments without concealment, and
he speaks for freedom, too. Shall he not
receive the support Of the freemen of Old
Portage?
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
Maine Election.

The full returns from the Maine election
give Dana, the Democratic candidate for
Governor, 39,l75; Hamlin, whig, 1898 !;
Free Soil, II ,965. -
Senate, IL Democrats; 8 Wings
House, IS Democrats; Sc Wings; 10
Free Snil.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
F 1t has been asserted in the papers

F 1t has been asserted in the papers
opposed to the election of COL Weller for
Governor, that he said on the stump, he did
not want Abolition votes. We heard him
at this place, and he said no such thing here,
and,we are confident he has not elsewhere.
But he said here, and has undoubtedly often
repeated, that he did not want the votes of
d'sun'omasts, and should feel disgraeed to
be elected by their votes. -. -.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
DISTRICT ELECTORS.

In his celebrated letter on the Right
of Search, Gen. Cass uses this language:
"Wc are no Shareholder. we
never have been. We never shall
be. We deprec;ltc It's existence Ia
nrinciDle. and PRAY FOR ITS
ABOLITION EVERY WEIERE Il !;
where this can be effected justly
and poaccIbly and easily for both
PARTIES
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04
For the Sentinel.
F or the Sentinel.
To National Reformsrs "Free Soalers" o.

tho Aott AcotIEIb " NIttOs
You no doubt, deem it of Importance to elect to
Congress one who will there advocate Land Re-
form-the public Lands free to actual settlers,
and no more sales to mere spectators.
Rufus P. Ranney, of Trumbull County, the
Democratic candidate for Congress is right on
that subject: as is also Ohm B. Weller, the DEM
ocratic candidate for Governor
Rufus P. Ranney advocated the Land reform
measures, in an eloquent speech at large meet
ing of National Reformers in Ravenna last spring.
which was noticed in the Portage Sentinel at the
time. He has been long with us, and never fall
ters. Let US give him our votes Col. Weller
avows the same principles from the stump. Let
US vote for him also
On the other side-Gen. John Crowell was
questioned on Land reform two years ago in Ra-
VIENNA, and declined stating his views. I know
it for was there and heard it.
Your friend and Co-worker.
,.s JOHN HARMON.
Ravenna Oct I'd. 1S4S
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04

Fire at Nashville on the 18th, which de-
stroyed VIZ 900 worth of property, insured,
lS,ooo- Fire orr ginated on the roof of DR..
Edgars Presbyterian church, communica-
ting quickly to the houses of Carter, Yeat-
man, and Andrea a,-aIl DESTROYED.
Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1848-10-04

GIVES 1T uP.-Greely Of the New York
tribune declared he would not go for Tay-
Tor until he was satisfied that Cass would
be be elected. He has recently run up Gen.
'Faylor's name. ,es.s.
Washington telegraph., 1848-11-15

study as Of indispensable utility IN tbs
tdbt0Rgh education of every young LADY
Evefy years experience adds strength 10
my belief Of il great value. There IS no
other study llat 50 eheetually develops
aud inYlgorates The powers Of the mind,
and prepares the pupil for the able pros.
ecution Of the higher departments IN the
domain OF Thought We laborously in.
stfuct young ladies in the intricate abb
straetions otmgehra aud geometry, for the
express purpose ofstrcngt hening the mlnd
1t Is not couleuded that these studies are
Of any other practical benefit. would
substitute in their place the study Of
Latin, as much moro elieetaally accom-.
pllshiug the same objeit, and at the same
time Of doing Infinitely more for the In.
Pf1Yemenl OF every faculty Beside all
this, Iassert TINT the study oi the Latin
Is especially practical study, and aims
rs much at immediate benefit as the most
rigid advocate oi niharianism could pos
,ibiy demaud. 1T ooulers strength Of
memory the poWafol steadlasI attention.
rigid anuylsis, prompt induction.
aentoness OF discrimination, aud copious-
ness and precision ol language II shprp.
ems the perception, aud cnuehes the i'm.
aanafiye faculty. imbucs the student with
the punt OF ancient taste, aud familiar
lass MN with tie standard master pieces
IN rhetoric, history poctryand criticism.
eau these not he considered PRACTICAL
II moi nothing IN science or learning can
be regarded as practical,
NJ have HOW peculiar facilities form.
stfaaaon iu tins language The system
OF the celebrated Dlendori, has been sue
cesslully adapted 10 the acquisition Of the
Latin language u Dr. Aruula Of lsng GLAND,
and has received additional elaims To our
regafi at the hands Of Nj Spencer the
American editor
n conclusion, let me -ay That women
should be educated 10 attend 70 dignifad
aud important subjects, OuF plans Of IN.
,tfualion for them should he devised with
eSpfs>s reference n the feldni lahol they
are Designed In occupy. That field IS
tue world, and the worlds history is
reaat Of Wuuau influence
In The words Of writer Of experience
upon tins subject. the education OF
waman iavors public morals If provides
Tor every seu,ou Of life. Us well n Tor the
brightest aud bezi. aud leaves woman.
when she Is stricken by the hand ol time.
not as she nov Is. de.tlulealeFery thing
aud neglected by all. but with The fall
power aud splendid attractions Of khowl-
edge-diiiuslng the elegant pleasures OF
paIils Literature. and receiving the just
homage OF learned aud accomplished
men
Washington telegraph., 1848-11-15
+ EP 0 RI

OF THE PRINCIPAL OF TIE
FEMALE SEMINARY. WASH.
ING TON, ARKANS4s.
To the Committee appointed by the Board
OF Trustees TO report to the next meet
ing of the Annual Conference OF the
NJ. L, Church.
GENTLEMEN Your nole requesting
me 10 furnish you with detailed state.
ment of the plan, and course Of instrne.
ton, adopted in the Female department
of this Seminary, that it may he en-.
bodied in your report to Conference, has
been received.
II Is matter Of congratulaliou 10 my
self that some degree OF interest. has been
created in the Board upon thit subject
1t angnrs we'll for the prosperity of the
Institution, mike this remafk, bccause
| have had 50 frequently TO contend
against the apathy aud disregard Of com.
muuites, aud bodies OF Trustees, respect.
ing the cause Of education, ,-lhht have
learned to REGARD any dlslulefezlpd action.
lor the establishment and susness of good
schools, rs an unmistakoahle evidence Of
increasing favor towards subject OF such
vital interest
have entered somewhat infinitely iuta
nn exhibition oi the plan Of instruction
and government, a~ we'll rs the course al
studies but f#fbups, lhate not been
more particular IN these details, ll,an the
l.,aluton of the Board seems 10 design.
Should tins report present 10 the 'lus-
tees, and also Ia The Conference, un ae-
cumte outline oi the sy.lpm adopted for
the government aud instruction of the
pupils in the Female department 1t wit
accomplish my purpose Il vii rs the
object of the resolution
You wall permit me 20 Express the ear.
nesi hope that yuuf ulluH Ia build up and
sustain, at thus point, at Institution al
hiah order, worthy ui the confidence. r..
gard aud increasing patronage o. tn
Slate. may be attended wtlruarNumpled
sueeess. 10 promote deisu So hgda.
hle. yon Will pIaa#e ollowmH To Wc'lzs
ny humble abilities, audla assure You
thaf no effort uHaamy paHisIall Hr waHi=
IN. Ia render l1a drwlmmI aser Whose
Interests pHesIde, di-uum i0r IL
Heeuncy iu Instruction, ae .z#lla- IT, ea=
during regard iaf the mlnlulfaurymgui
af the pupil. admitted In II iail..
Accept assuaurg7 u' ms hI4b esteem.
aud believe me aeutlUmsu#Iu b.,
Respectfully,
Your mi u'adIaHa #=aaut
- L sIACN
Washington telegraph., 1848-11-15
REPORT
plAs@. ls.Wa

An acrumteau intelligent Nlifrr ln tIlH
l.ahdan University MaHsnH. ha, -tIt#
IL worthy n aH-pHalia Ihar 600 tuz
nm life "a lpazl ~ bWm Institutions.
nuf movements ar lrg fHaHafan, aud
III n lrns 49, IaHazfes-, ID =#aHa.IF la#
m IBa=g tuuaz III sIur.i lH#aEAI mla.HIz
/. = hr the ufsl ! eamnf hui aguH
ugsell ol tins IadsIous HHHI#. a- yFHIi=
ranlr tu thr -uhgoc, under consideration.
s44. ila ,Hul-e uLlusitlsIlallulY uL i0laI.
iu-uWIuu lttsBfu'to. Universal uu'o-
u.p. tl~t amid-' aII itr improvements u,
sp4r,r--lhg wIIl advancement 60. lh.
Hr,Dut age, 900 J,l luaI uguiIlulD, thu rr.
nurmcul ui mam,T-. and ie speedy de.
suuauonu of tbou4hi,-Uuli very murh.
lai lamiu. ip ha done ilr IHr .y-Iru of
irmU.e instructions. uM College uuu
L.ucl Srmluaur. nflDumlr have. tp "a
l,D uHU ultgUr tu,.l lumeuIt,. u.
iuH laa1u- developments im- a-g ui
research uuI have ui-DInld thr PARTIAL
aud faulty -y-iauH Goo whu ilry h1d Nd
long mud so pcHuar.nu-.g liNHL IH
our EumH.. -rH.HI-. WllII.. ..tU. tlH
.wn %. lUr uii -yE.W, nn g.su H-i
a-lia Wi,h rhsm, 10 many a.H.U- auI
hu,y plunged mu mi-H.. t, In-- ,Html
aud N,uiul.
II b. unnecessary for myhrrc tn enter
min di--uualiou upon ilr importance
ul female education Nplur refuses t8
acknowledge thut tur uEH education col
women Dr. ul ihe utmost r1rllumluu to
human lt'n
A. parent. aud leader, oiibc domestic
circle, they wirld rouuuuz influence
upon lhc drs'iuy ui ihr human family Ii
is whilst ln the mother wu- tm, tho
rhid receives 4's ur-t Impressions.
mhii- ihc hr-l faint, dawmu.s %. intellect
IJ BE- there,
The mul, ImprHs.b'r and sai, WI.hrife
lmbbrs aud rupts what slr ur1f, and sr-s.
Aud through htcs labyrinth bold lasl the cls,,
That education gives her. hIs or true "
:, ICoup1.
Indeed throughout w1uans cuum
curror whether we ruu.idrrlrr mthr GEE
lalion ol mother sister, vii, or friend,
her influence is lcIt IN forming, control.
ing, and developing, ihD intellectual pow.
crs nt those that como within her sphere
This influence wr ae uilonly t1 uc.
cord 10 womur The disagreement only
consists IN tbo mode by Which the sex
may bc best quulnod TO lll, with the
greatest amount oi brurhl the several
relations She suslains 10 man
Upon ihi. subject. much lns bcon said,
aud written. Many lasting Improvements
hav5 been effected. bat man, errors have
remained, or have hccn suffered To creep
IN and thwart or pcrvcrl what otherwise
may have been attended with good re-
suits
1t Is AN inpidious task TO point ont ~.
rors Of any kind Occupying, however
the position assigned me- should he
wanting in honor If ! permitted, what !
honestly deem errors, 90 hold place iu
an institution whose utcroslsaio commit.
ted to my care. You will therefore per.
init me in the first place, bduc ! enter
into a detail of my own plan Of mstrue-
ton, to sketch in a ha,ly manner one or
two of the principal errors which, in my
opinion, cyerycon-cicnrous cdwator vii !
feel it to be his duty to assist 10 reform
ing
First It is Il lamcnlable inc that too
many parents regard education rs con-
slslng exclusively in ornamental accom-