The southern press., 1850-10-07

Hpie relations Wllch nave hlthert0 BubsiUted be-
tween ns-however much we may be opposed to
other than the most pacific and conciiiato,y mea-
sures to obtain redress Tor wrongs-yet we
cannot be unmindful that our first and highest OBJ
legations are due to State and most ardent
wishes for her continued prosperity and the pre-
servation of her most cherished Institutions.
lind ichereas, we have learned that propositions
have been made by the Congress of the United
States To settle this unfortunate difficulty, which
demands our serious but most respectful consider
alton,
Therefore resolved, That the bi II usually denomi-
mated the Pearce Bill containing propositions to
the State of Texas. we exceedin Civ regret TO find
of character wholly unsatisfactory, and we be-
lieve cannot be acceded to by the people of this
State.
Resored, That the boundary set forth and claim
ed by the Republic Of Texas in lS36-and formally
recognized and sanctioned by the Treaty Of Guada
Iape Hidatgo---we believe to be the true boundary
of the State of Texas, and as such must be re-
spected.
Resotred, That it is opinion that for a valua-
bic consideration, the people of Texas might con-
sent to dispose of all her Territory lying north of
latitude 34o 81: South Of that line may be con-
quered, but can nerer be purchased,
Resotrsd, That the message ot the President
recently transmitted TO Congress in relation TO the
aIarsoi Texas, If it was intended To inlinidate,
has failed of lis object: L has produced but one
sentiment here-and that is neither fear nor sur
Use.
Resolped, That in common with our fellow
citizens, we have just appreciation of the value
of this Union, and we wiling at all times to
make many and great sacrifices for IFS preserva-
II N, yet notwithstanding, ice lore The Union much,
zoe iore our State more.
Resolved, That have an abiding faith that
justice Will yet be accorded to us. Therefore
are opposed 10 all violent measures until further
efforts shall have been made 10 settle this veXed
question n fair and dnicabie basis.
Resolved, That should we be disappointed in
our reasora bile expectation in regard To this mat
ter, we shall then feel justified IN the sight of
high Heaven to To all the means with which
God and nature may have endowed us to compel a
recognition of our rights.
After the reading of the resolutions, X. w.
Martin ESQ.,, moved that thew be received a
substitute for the former resolutions, which mo-
tIon was put TO the meeting and division being
called for, it was carried by large majority and
upon the announcement from the chair that the
motion 10 receive the substitute adopted, there
enthusiastic out-burst Of cheering, which
continued until the meeting adjourned.
Before the meeting adjourned however, p. r.
Benton, esq, offered the following resolutions,
which motion were adopted, to wit !:
Whereas, The Hon. V. E. Howard Is the repre-
sentative in Congress of the western congress
siona district Of this State. And
Whereas, BY his speeches and votes in Com
gress he has us ably defended our interests as
State, as our own Representative, Hon. d. S.
Kaufman. Therefore
Resoiped That we as fully approve Of his course
that of Maj. Kaufman.
Resoiued, That a copy Of these resolutions be
forwarded to Hon. V. E. Howard, at Washing
ton; one to the Western Ieran and San .1ntonio
Ledger, with request for publication, and that
the editors of the Red Land Herald be requested
publish the in their paper.
The meeting then adjourned sine die.
WIN. KINiBO, Chairman
R. W.MARrrN, Secretary.
Mass Meeting In Kingston, Georgia.
Reported for the augusta Constitutionalist
KINGSTON, Sept. 90
arrived here in the first train from Dalton
and as we progressed at each station, additions
were made to the number. When We arrived
at Adarsvile, we met the State Rights Associa-
ton of that village, with the banner flying. 1T
was one Of the neatest banners we have seen for
some time On one side was emblazoned in
large characters, Liberty and Equality
derneath this line sat happy looking negro, on
bale branded :" Georgia Cotton" with hoe
leaning against his knee; under this was the
completion of the motto, Or Secession" On
the reverse was conspicuously painted 80
the hnr," in the centre OF coffin, with two
swords crossed. When we arrived at Kingston,
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| eye in what direction YOU would, and you could
see the people, yes the hard working yeomanry
of Cherokee Georgia pouring in on horseback
and on foot.
1 he next delegations were from Atlanta, Ma
retta and sta ions along the line of road. They
came up with banners flying, and We're received
with cheers. Then came the delegation from
Floyd also with bmners Fl, ing
The meeting organized by calling Dr.
Young, of Cass, to the Chair, and the appoint
ment of number of Vice-Presidents, whose
names did not hear read out. 1t was opened
by an appropriate prayer by the Rev. Mr.. How
ard.
Col Benning, Of Columbus, was the first
speaker, and he made one of the best argumen-
lative speeches have never listened to. have
not time or room to give you an outline Of this
gep,lemau's speech, or of the other speakers,
and must content myself with barely mention
ing the order in which they spoke.
Mr. Cowart of Cherokee, was the next speaker
He is one of them, tell you. His style is some
what of the Co!quitt order, and he has voice
that can be heard in any kind of q crowd. He
was listened to with much attention, and was
frequently interrupted by loud and boister0us
applause He is Just the man for Cherokee and
Cherokee is the place for him. He talks TO the
people so they can understand him, and talks to
The purpose.
The next speaker was the Hon. William II
Stiles. He went into statistics, and showed
most concusivcly the onerous burdens which
had been imposed on the South, and which she
bad borne patiently and almost without muir
mur. He spoke for an hour; the later part OF
his speech did not seem to please, and would
have suited a Submission meeting and Submis-
sion men, much better than the audience he was
addressing. He must have felt this himself
He opposed secessio eulogised the Victorious
Union'-was in favor Of non-intercourse, and to
satisfy the audience that he was not erGctiy q
Submissionist, wound up by saying that ne was
born and raised a Georgian, aid if Georgia must
fight for her rights, he would fight on ber side.
After he concluded, the meeting adjourned to
bountifu barbecue prepared for the occasion.
The hunger of all was soon appeased, and there
was n rush to the stand to hear Judge Col !
quit. Ii is enough to say that he spoke and to
the purpose He was listened to attentively,
and concluded amidst the cheers of the assem-
blage,
Our friend Smythe, of the Republic, was
then called on. | did not hear the few remarks !
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