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Early Printers.

Most of the early printers OF profound erud
ton and the printing office then, in the old sense OF
the word 'empe of learning" In the first days of the
OF printing, its professors very often wrote edited the
works which they gave the Woodland these, it will
be remembered, composed in the learned languages
Among the celebrated of these early printers is the
family of Stephens, who for than century, aston
ishe the world by their erudon well as by their
magnificent specimens of typography which issued from
their press The press, says Haam mght be called the
central point of illumination all Europe" In the year
1857 Henry Stephens, the of the family published
more editions of ancient authors than would have been
sufficient make the reputation of another author" His
Ihssaus Of the Greek remains this day the greatexlcon
of this language.
Robert Stephens the third in succession is distinguished
for his very beautiful edition of the Greek Testament
which forms the basis of the now in An
idea may be formed of his extensive eruditon, well
learning the times from the following of
biographers He received only such compositos into
his printing office with the Greek and
were obliged speak Latin His wife and daughter
derstood this language thoroughly and assisted him in
carrying his directions into effect; that throughout his
whole house and printing establishment, from the bureau
of business the kitchen, nothing heard but the
Latin tongue. He usually employed the proofreaders all
from foreign countries who spoke the various languages
which they The zeal of this early and learned
printer study for maintaining the honor and dignity Of
the press and for the public good in general worthy Of
the highest commentator and his character in this
spec is worthy of imitation by all the members Of the
craft.
The glory of the house of Stephens shared by five
successive generations" first in Paris and afterwards at
Geneva, in Switzerland.
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From our Baltimore Correspondent.

BALTIMORE January 22-5, p m.
Departure of troops for the of oarAn ertensiUs da
guer7eotype conrac-lneH of DR. Otoens.-Ihe markets,
&c.
The barque Margaret Hugg sailed from Baltimore yes
troops 1913 vogeus detached recruits, for regiments in
Mexico 1923 do for the llth infantry and 80 volunteers
for the I'd Pennsylvania regiment Capt Campbell COM
ands the detachment Lieut. Keener, acting commissary;
NJ H. Hooper, acting qua rermaster DR.. hammond SER
geant They were nearly all enlisted in this city, and
finer body troops sailed for the seat OF war Balt-
more furnished recruits according to its size, than
any other city in the Union.
gentleman connected with the naval school at Annapo-
lis has Just contracted with the popretos of the Punbo
gallery in thi. city for thousand daguercoypos There
are one hundred professors and students now connected
with the school the intention furnish TO each OF
the scholars professors likeness Of himself and all his
atesmaking hundred licensees for each Of the
hundred students and precepors The portraits all To
be taken separately and the who's q @ placed in
frame
regret TO learn that Dr. Thomas s. Owens, one Of the
most distinguished members Of he House OF Delegates.
from Anne Arundel is lying extremely III at his resides
were sales barrels Howard street -four at IS i;
tho market rather langud and sellers than buyers
Nothing done in City Mills.
Iauoe red wheat 100 1876 Corn 6S4 cts for yell
low 63 cts white. Rye 70 rs cts, Oats 30 81 CT,
Whiskey, in bbls rs Cts, in hhds "a cts.
At Philadelphia this morning there was 20 charge in the
markets worthy of notice Western -four 10 sellipg at
So 25 Corn meal SO 25 Red wheat lao cents.
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The War.

The following resolutions were passed by the Alabama
House of Representatives, Thursday the 9th instant
The voice of the people the subject OF the need
ed, TO stle the breath of treason that is broodng over
our federal halls
Resolved That in the opinion of this House. the war,
the part OF the United States Just in its inception and
that approve and sanction the in which has
been prosecuted.
Resolved That the government Of Mexico, having failed &c
the instruments due OF lawless
spoliaon upon urcommerce-having failed adjust Other
similar claims equally jnst-having improperly inter
fered in the exation OF Texas the Unionhavng
fused recognise boundary between Texas and her Ter
Notwithstanding arrogantly and insungy rejected the ar
buament of peace, and having appealed the sword tc
decide the differences between the two countries, mus
abide by the fiat of the stern aber 10 whom she has
appealed and that while desire a speedy and honor
able peace and seek blot the existence OF Mexico
nation, shall insist upon the establishment OF suct
boundary between the countries will preserve the
integrity OF the State of Texas, and will give ndem
nifty for the past, and security for the future"
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an duoloed and direct opposition 10 a. Mr. Ponseit has
therefore, properly enough placed his views at the
upon the ground OF substantial opposition 10 all terrific
rial acquisition and upon advocacy Of the immediate
withdrawal OF our troops
We entertain sincere respect for the character and
general opinions of Mr. Poinsett But when we have
the opinions OF distinguished generals just returned from
the theatre of action in Mexico-when of them tells
us. If Congress had promptly furnished supplies, we
should have had peace in six weeks-when they tell us,
moreover that it is the opposition Of the wings in this
country to the war; and effective Cor carrying
on, which cheers up the enemy and prolongs the
confess attach less value to Mr. Ponsetts opin-
ions on this question than to those of the military men
who have lately visited Mexico We regret still more
that his name, well known in Mexico, should have
been brought forth to thwa the vigorous prosecution of
the war
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Honors 20 the Gallant Dead.

The ceremonies attendant upon the funeral OF Col
William NJ. Graham of the most imposing and sol
emn character. long procession was formed and at
tended the remains TO ST. Johns church. The President
and cabinet large number of the brave officers of the
army now IN Washington members OF both houses Of
Congress, large array of ladies', and citizens and
strangers, with the volunteer companies of the city of
Washington, accompanied the bier the church. which
was crowded by one of the most respectable audiences
we have ever witnessed The funeral services were
formed by the Rev Ms. Pyne and the Rev. Mr. French
of the Episcopal church Mr.. Pyne delivered an elo-
quen address upon the OCCASION and in the course of it.
read striking memoir OF the character and achievements
OF this gallant officer and accomplished gentleman We
had hoped 10 lay ii this evening before our readers
After the Offices of the church, the remains of Col
Graham conveyed TO the Congressional buryng-
ground the representatives of Congress from Virginia
attending as the chief mourners
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To the Editor of the Union:


Will you oblige me by publishing in the Union the en-
closed letter. written by Judge Woodbury. TO the New
York Tammany celebration 1t shadows forth Judge
Woodburys opinions in regard TO the war, which, am
assured are sound and satisfactory, as, satisfied,
they are upon the Wilmot proviso:
From Hon Ler Woodbury..
WASHINGTON, January q, 1913.
GENTLEMEN, have Just received polite invitation to
celebrate with you the anniversary of the battle of New
Orleans, but compelled to decline by other engage
ments.
No place more appropriate Tor such n purpose
than that selected by you-Tammany Hall place long
and avoraby associated with the principles which have
sustained with energy, patriosn and glory, both the
and present The victory OF New Orleans crowned
the past with laures which still grecn and which
will never fade while countrymen shall emulate so
chvaousy during the last year the great example there
The gores OF century in ordinary times have been crowd
ed months. And whatever differences OF opinion
may exist the manner of beginning concluding the
present hostiities IL hardly be questioned that the
causes for these, for those of A. D. 1872 were ample
and that while 1t is imperative duty TO remember CRATE
uiy the uumphs Of that arduous contest Il VIII be be-
coming to forget those OF A. D. lSlI, MOI
to permit them to have been in vain.
With much respect, your obed servant,
LEVI WOODBURY..
10 ELun L. PcRDY, esq, and committee of arrange
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TELEGRAPH CHERAw.-We learn that about
yesterday quite long conversation took place be-
the operators at the elegap stations in Cheraw and
in this city, communication having been opened between
the points Several dispatches business were also
transmitted.
We have the pleasure of announcing that, in all prob
ability, in week from to-day the line will be completed
Petersburg, and Choriesto, and Boston, andB6aio and
Cincinnati and other distant cities ,cH be daily
In the of the ensuing week, the wires will be in
readiness up between Augusta and Brancve tina
Augusta will also shortly be in communication with the
north
Mr. Haley the contractor for the erection OF the line between
Washington and New Orleans deserves great credit for his
perseverance, and energy in forwarding the work rapidly
especially understand he has had encounter many
unforeseen difficulties. -Charieston Courier
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Several interesting publications have been kindly laid
on our table. Among them the American Journal
of the Medical Sciences published quarterly; the North
American Review; Matteucc's Lectures on Living Be-
ings; the last published volume of the Lives Of the
Queens of England and Don Quxotte, illustrated Sew.
eral of them are considered standard works The
ent volume of the Lives of the Queens OF England COM
prses the history of England from the accession of Will
liam and Mary to the throne till the year 1900 1t is un-
necessary speak OF Don Quixoe, except to add that its
illustrations give it additional zest Every who has
read it, well remembers its like and animated descrp
lions These books are to be found at Mr.. Franck Tay
ors Pennsylvania avenue, between A and 9th streets
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Have Courage.

Have the courage to confess ignorance whenever or in
regard whatever subject, you really are unnonned
Have the courage difficulties you would
ous weeds-atack them soon seen. Nothing grows
SO fast.
Have the courage creditor You must be a
gamer by the interview if you learn the We
are our own decevers.
Have the courage own that you poor; and if you
can laugh your poverty BY DOING you disarm enc
mics and deceive nobody You avoid many difficulties,
bitterness and besides, people who will not be-
eve you especially those who make the same acknowl
edgment pretext for meanness.
Have the courage be silent when fool pratcs He will
cease the Besides, what he you gain by
prolongng the conversation?
Have the courage receive poor relation openly and
kindly. His shabby experimentation his ignorance-w
appear your advantage for the mind is prone draw
comparisons We have nothing to be ashamed of but
errors.
Have the courage carry cheap umbrella you will
discover why when you loan it,
Have the courage subscribe for newspaper, and
depend upon borrowing your neghbor's; but, above ALL
have the courage to for it.
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We call attention 10 the able and patriotic speech
of Mr. Foote of Mississippi, in another part of our
paper 1t is powerful and mastery vndication of the
policy OF the administration in its conduct of the war
and is in every respect worthy of the distinguished repu
tation of its author both as scholar and statesman
which had preceded his advent to the exalted body of
which he is member Mississippi may well be proud Of
the two distinguished representatives of her sovereignty
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NATIONAL HOTEL.

HAVE this day purchased out the interest Of Samuel
5 Coleman in this establishment, and it will hereaf
ter be conducted by my Having
been long enough connected with the hotel 10 learn all
convenience and advantages trust be able sustain
md add to its previous reputation and make it, what
ought to be- one of the best in the country.
Jan. Is, ls4S G. A. BLACKWELL
Jan 20-3tif
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FRoM MArANzAs.-We have received from our cores
pendent, by the schr r. C. MITCHELL file Of the "Aurora
de Matanzas" to the 9Th inst.
We learn from the Aurora, that by royal order of the
nth September last the port OF Cardenas opened
the lst instant for the introduction of the following articles
Linseed OIL Goldfish spirits of turpentne white lead in oil
powder anchors spy-gasses, fsh-hooks, rice iron
hoops teas, cbancabes boxes carpenters TOOLS and
porter brandy, copper in sheets, glue, sievcs hides
iron wedges iron thmbes brass, pickles, guns biscuit
gin, fat ron hatcEets, meal iron, soap, cord
age salt tongues, corn butter lard, blocks for vessels
picks pictures, cheese scales SALT talow and hand
cider, sole leather, copper tacks jerk beef chewing
tobacco, ink, sperm candles, composition tallow can
dies.
The superior una of Havana has orde red that
instant the above articles shall also introduced into
the port Sagua La Gande, and be until in
.tructons shall be received from the home government
Charleston Courier
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RoARDiSo-MlSS POLK, on Pennsylvania avenue
door from Jackson Hail. has several plea an
rooms unoccupied She would be pleased to acconmo-
date an entire mess OF members She furnish them
with board thirteen bed rooms with spacious dining room
and pa,lor. Charges reasonable and satisfactory.
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We have received the proceedings Of the democratic
State convention OF Arkansas which most re-
luctanty compelled to lay over till our next
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c,TEAM for the MiIIion.--An Elementary Irea1se on
- the Nature and Management OF steam, ana the rnnci-
Piles and Arrangement Of tho Engine, WIN noes' "PP'
NC. Just published, price ~ cents = TAyIoR
Dec 2 -
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Notice to Mariners and others

rJ,HE LIGHTH HOUSE erected during the past year at
Boddys island, will be lighted for the first time on the
22d inst, and will be a revolving light.
JAS. X. HATTON, Collector
District Of w ashington, North Carolina.
National Inelgencer, New Orleans Courier Charleston
Courier New York Globe Philadelphia Pennsylvania,
and Boston Post, will please copy.
Jan. 2I-3t
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Mr.. Kings ReplY.
WI. IT EHy IeP1y'
MONTGOMERY. ALA. December ID, 1917

MONTGOMERY, ALA, December IL, lSl7.
GENTLEMEN have received your communication pro-
which, understand from your note, to be used in the
election Of in Congress, pending before the
legislature. And admitting, as do the right OF the repre-
of the people nteogate those who are cand
dates for high and responsible political stations proceed,
without hesitation, to answer as follows;
To first ntefrogatory, nquirinS whether prefer
John Z. Calhoun any other man for the presidency or
vice presidency, respectfully answer-hat while en-
terrain for Mr. Calhoun the highest personal respect and
admire his talents, have differed from him entirely in
many of his public views and especially those in regard
notification and the Mexican war, and do not prefer
him. many other distinguished men of the country either
for the office of President or Vice President
To your second mterrogatory answe-hat Will pledge
myself TO su stain the democratic nominees of national
convention for President and Vice President provided
they opposed the Wnot Povso, interference
by general government with the question OF slavery
it exists in the southern States.
To yous third nterrogatory whether regard the expal
of Mr.. Richie from the Senate stab at the admin
stration, ! nnwcr-that was not at Washington when
the resolution adopted, but considered it beneath the
dignity the Senate and liable TO the construction when
question Implies.
To your fourth nterrogatory answer-hatl have been,
and still am, favor of the vigorous prosecution OF
with Mexico, with the view to obtain an honor
able ad lasting peace, and in favor Of acquiring ter
ritory enough ao.d reasonable indemnity for the ex-
incurred and OF insisting the immediate pay
nen of the debt due TO our citizens. But while i feel
deeply convinced that the forced by the
Get Mexico yet view of the proud and elevated posi-
eminence the OF this have greatly contributed
raise us, think it well comports with the magnanlmy
gallant and nation to treat Mexico with that
moderation and fobearance by which the conduct OF the
government OF the United Decn
nally characterized
am gentlemen with the highest respect your obedient
servant -
81,
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Mr.. Lewis's reply.


GENTLEMEN. In reply your first and second inquiries,
have say that my personal preference fer the presi-
dency presidency be of little moment, shall
support the nominees OF democratic convention, If they
are sound on the subject of the Wmo Proviso.
Whatever may be my regard for Mr., Calhoun, my conf
dence in his honesty of purpose, and my appreciation OF
his admi,ted taensdiiferng with him distinctly ON the
subject of the Mexican war, us do a majority OF those
propose representa- have desire 70 him brought
forward the presidency vice presidency do be-
lieve such expectation either OF himself or of those
who have been regarded his especial friends
With no especial preference for any individual, if |
were to indicate choice for PRESIDENT would be in a-
the soundest democrat from the free Sates-tak ing
highest bodest and most decided grounds against the
Wlmot Proyiso. -.
should have voted against the expulsion of Mr.. Richie
had been in the Senate declared at the time and,
though sick in bed, showed my dsapprobaton of the
measure by trying 10 prevent IT.
y references to tue published proceedings of the Senate,
you will find that voted for the Mexican and for all
the measures prosecution and chairman of the
Committee Finance, reported the appropriations, as
the loan bills, for carrying onun prevented by
sickness towards close OF the last session. With such
evidences my approval of the policy of the admnistra
ton in regard that war; have only TO say, that am in
favor of s vigorous prosecution TO the extent of ample
demntv for the past, and security for the future.
Your obedient servant,
DIXON II. LEWIS
To Hon. w. FLEMING, and others
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CyOMETHING very elegant for the Ladies.-Will be
- opened Mrs s. Parkers Thursday, the 18th inst,
O'clock m, arrival of rich and beautiful
goods for the evcngsuabe for balls parties, weddings,
&c. S. PARKERS
Fancy and Perfumery Store,
Pennsylvania avenue, between Al and 9th streets
Jan l7-6t
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LEGATION OF THE NKrHgRL; %,

LEGATION NxrHERI; os,
Washington, ,,rA2s 1912.
TAN WILLEM NYsING and his wiz. .1sre.en Jams
.. Vredeved from the province of Drede, (kirg9m of
the Netheands) who emgraed to the United States in
the spring Of lSf7 requested by this to give notice of
the place OF their residence North America the
Legation of the Netherlands Washington, mpor-
tant communication is TO be made to them.
Jan 2)-eod3t
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JNULLER's HOTEL, Washington ID. C.-Messrs. A
T. 81 E. H. FULLER take pleasure in informing their
friends and the travelling public that they will open their
NEW HOTEL the Of Pennsyudntd avsnue and 18th
street. on or before the LIST of December This house has
been erected great expense, and under the personal
perntendence the subscribers therefore they faer
themselves all the requisites Of st-rae hotel will be
found establishment The furniture IL entirely
new expense has been spared obtain that which
Is elegant and comfortable
The situation of the house is considered eligible
than stand the of l4h and Penn
yvania avenue, Vacated by subscribers last Novcm-
ber being the CAPITOL AID not thanve min
walk the Presidents House and the public depart
3t
To old friends and guests we tender our sincere
thanks for their heretofore bestowed and
them that they will find cordial welcome at their new
house, and trouble will be spared to render them as
comfortable their own firesides. 80
To friends and guests ofsr good house
and all the inducements " as Aforesaid ana peg hon pa
tronage. ....,.-
Porters will be in attendance at the car. aha s'''ooa
on their arrival with the badge OF Fullers Ho'oi.
No 'D T. y" s'"H 81. f. II. FULLER
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MARRIF u,

on Thursday afternoon the Goth ast by the Rev c. NJ Burrp
RAYMOND BURCHE KATE, youngest daughter OF the late
wM HswIrr, esq. all Of this city.
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NTuES'S REGISTER.-A set complete from the com
mencement, 66 vos well bound, for sale a very
price, il application be made Immediately
r. TAYLOR
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CONGRESSIONAL DIRECTORY published and
~ for sale, Sationcrs' Hail. door to Fuer's Hotel.
Jan lS-d2w WIN. FISCHER.
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ID EGALIA CIGARS.--Just received invoice OF
n superior Regalia Cigars tenth boxes for sale whole
sale or by the single box, by
JAMES BAILIE, IS Chestnut street,
next door to Congress Hall Hotel
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nr,-E Street baptist Church.-The Rev Mr.. Cush-
man, having returned this city, will preach
the usual hours, ii O'Clock in the morning. and in the
evening.
L.,
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0, The Rev. Mr. sIicer Will preach In the Rev. DIR.
Laurie church. street. Sunday afternoon 23d inst,
at half past o'clock, in aid of the Dorcas Society.
Jan. 20
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Also an invoice of selected Ugues Caballeros, with
great variety of other choice brands kept constantly
hand. MAT Int. 81 jan lS--u
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(IJ- Unitarian Lecturcs.-The third lecture of the
will be delivered Sunday evening, Jan %
SubectThe scripural doctrine OF Christ To commence
al "A quarter past O'Clock. Jan. 81.