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The southern press. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1850-10-18
From the Republic (Ga.) Wing.

THE SOUTHERN RIGHTs PARTY.-There are
many things which 60 to show the necessity which
exists for union among Southern men, irrespec-
tive Of party ties for the protection of the rights
Of the South, and for the prevention Of the aboli-
ton schemes Of the free sellers. The territories
acquired by the common blood and treasure of the
whole country, have been seized upon by one sec
ton to the entire exclusion Of the other. South
ern man cannot move with his property, upon
one foot of what was once the public domain,
without molestation. Even the right to recover
fugitive slaves--a right expressly granted by the
Constitution, and without which, it is well known
the Constitution would never have been adopted
even this right is looked upon as boon from the
North to the South. The fact Is. wanton attacks
are madeupon our section, not even yelled by any
sembance of regard for the Constitution, while a
series of measures have recently passed both
houses Of Congress, denying the right of the
South to an equal share of common property, and
reducing her to state of worse than colonial
bondage. All this is done under the shadow of
the Constitutions few only appealing to Singh
err law" .,.'
The present is the time for all who think that
Southern rights have been wantonly outraged, and
Southern wrongs were sufficiently borne, to speak
out and unite for their protection and redress. 1t
is high time for them to prove, that they have not
degenerated, and that the rights and liberties,
which were nobly won by their fathers, are still
az dear and as highly cherished by them, as by
| the heroes and champions Of the Revolution
Wrongs, heretofore, have been patiently endured
for the sake Of peace-volations of the Constitu-
ton have been overlooked for the sake of harmo-
| ny and Of the Union; but when total denial OF
any share whatever in the public domain is ex-
tended to the South, patient forbearance is utterly
exhausted and the object aimed at by the North,
becomes fully apparent. The case, then is plain.
Even the dwelling idiot might almost compre-
bend it.
The question now is, shall the South submit to
such robbery and extortion, knowing the object
to which all these measures tending-the de-
structon of slavery in the Statesi The question
is not now, shall we dissolve the Unioni Has
the South been wrongeds Has she obtained d
fair and just portion Of the common territory p
Has she been treated with the same feelings Of
kindness and consideration for her interests as
the NORTH These are the questions. He who
cannot answer them in his conscience, in the af
6rmative, must feel that his section has beer
wronged, and to all such we would address our
selves
The southern press. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1850-10-18
From The Equal Rights, Lexington, Miss.

CALLED SESSION OF THE LEGIsLATURE.-The
last Mssissippian contains the proclamation ofour
gallant and patriotic " old Governor" converting
the legislature the 18th Of November.
He convenes the legislature for the purpose of
taking into consideration the aggressive and obi
Gus laws just passed by Congress, upon the rights
of the South. These laws require the rebuke and
stern resistance of epeople of the South They
deprive her of all rights in the territories purchased
by her best blood ard treasure. Are the proud,
high-minded, patriotic chivalric people Of the
South prepared to see their rights taken from them
by Northern Abolitionists and Soutl ern traitors
We hope and believe not. We have no idea that
our gallant old Governor will recommend the le-
gisature to take Interior measures to secede from
the Union or nullify the acts of Congress, but we
hope and believe he will recommend the calling of
a State convention, to let the people in their
sovereign capacity be heard upon the questions az
fecting their rights. We believe the people are
prepared to resist to the " bitter end" the late laws
passed to despoil them of their rights, and finally
take from them their property, secured to them by
the Constitution Of the United States. Governor
Quiman has done his duty nobly, and the people
will stand by and sustain him. 1t is now left for
the legislature to do its duty-will they do p
Nous verrons.
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DEATH OF Mas. WIsE.-A very solemn incl
dent occurred during the session of the convention
yesterday. Mr.. Wise, of Accomac, had partic.
pated freely during the morning in discussion
which arose out Of a resolution offered by Mr.
Faulkner, calling upon the First Auditor for GER
tain statistical information deemed important to
any satisfactory action upon the question of the
basis of representation. His peculiar position,
an extreme Eastern advocate Of the Western prin-
cipe of the white basis, naturally gave more than
usual emphasis to his remarks upon u cogent sub
ject. In the progress of the session, however, it
was observed that he was absent from his seat,
and Mr.. Bowden, Of Williamsburg, soon ex-
planned the cause, by asking, in his name, that he
might have leave Of absence for a week, rs he
had just received the affecting intelligence of the
sudden death of his wife, which made it neces-
sary for him Immediately to return home. 1t was
an affecting illustration Of the uncertainty and
transformers Of all things mortal. Mrs. Wise,
we understand, was enjoying her usual health
when her husband left her. She was the daughter
Of the Hon. John Sargent, Of Philadelphia
Richmond Times
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A MEDICAL DuEL.-A physician Of Paris, who
was recently challenged to duel, choosed what
he called his own weapons, that lots should be
drawn which Of the two should swalowa drachm
Of arsenic. The challenger declined, and the af-
fair was settled amicably,
The southern press. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1850-10-18

Western Virginia having been made an epis-
copal see by the pope, Rev. DR.. Whelan has
been appointed bishop of Wheeling,
The southern press. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1850-10-18
From the ". o. Crescent.

VALUE OF PROPERTY IN New ORLEANs.-The
Assessors Of the different representative districts
have furnished US with the following Assessment
Rolls for 1850.
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S5,S06,052
Total Increase

Thus it will be seen that the amount Of pro-
perty and its value in New Orleans, has considera-
bly, increased within the last twelve months. A
judicious course, on the part Of our citizens, in
properly improving the natural advantages Of the
place, would show itself in still greater prosperity
The southern press. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1850-10-18

IFEx-Gov. Akin Of South Carolina has sub
serlbed $1,000 to Southern Rights Association.
The southern press. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1850-10-18
FIRST REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Real Estate of Residents 3,176,155 90
Real Estate of Non-resdents 1866, 055 90
Stock in Ships, Steamboats,, etc. $3.50 90
Capital in Business 300,47 90
Slaves, Q629) 667, 100 90
Horses, Mules. Cattle, etc. 42,192 90
Carriages, Carts, etc. 1880 90
ss,173. 400 90
State Tax, lie. on each 800 $500 IA
Mill Tax tor Public Schools s,173 40
Licenses on Professions, etc. 7,464 90
Poll Tax 2,572 90
Communication for Militia Service 1855 90
Total State Taxes s31,o58 Il
THE REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Real Estate of Residents ss,Ol5,425 90
Real Estate of Non-Residents 9,433,S7 90
Real Estate Of Corporations 9l3,500 90
Total sls,362, 800 90
Stock in steamboats,, etc., etc. 10000 90
Capital on Business 5,lS7,37O 90
Capital on Corporations l,7l5,900 90
1876 Slaves $4,000 90
Horses, Mules, Cattle, etc. 1890 90
Carriages, Carts, etc. 1880 90
Money on Interest l5S,50O W
26,a56, $40 90
State Tax, lie. on Each 800 S28,S5l 80
Mill Tax for Public Schools 26,256 ~
License on Professions, etc. 51,1A 90
Poll Tax 3,l99 O0
Communication for Militia Service 4,79S so
Total amount Of State Taxes
Third District Sll4,2SO IL
The aggregate amounts Of the Assessment Rolls
OF the several districts for lS49, are as follows:
First District S5,s40, 2s5
Second District 1852, 725
Third District 22,036, $50
in E;rt District elAl O.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-01-29
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,.

The SPEAKER laid before the House the memo
rial Of the convention assembled in Missouri on the
subject Of national road from the Mississippi
river 10 the Pacific, and several other memorials,
which were appropriately referred.
Mr. DISNEY asked the unanimous consent Of
the House. TO offer the following resolutions, which,
he said he desired TO have laid upon the table and
printed with view 10 call them up al same future
day, when he would submit some remarks upon the
subject.
The resolutions were read for information, and
arc follows
whereas the time has arrived when a Just re-
gard for the peace and welfare Of the republic de-
mands not only clear and accurate definition OF
the legislative power Of the General Government
over the people Of any territory which either now
belongs 10 the United States, or hereafter may
be acquired by them, but also that such def
milton Of that power shall remain " funds-
mental law; and whereas the power Of IKE
cutive legislation ovcrsthe District OF Columbia,
n scat Of government, IL necessary 10 the unem-
barrassed deIibcration Of Congress and IL obvious
required by the dignity and necessities OF the Gov
eminent, while the fundamental principles OF our
institutions demand that, the legislature Of the
District Congress- with Just regard 10 the national
interests should obey the will OF i,s people in rela-
ton 70 their domestic matters; and, As no necessity
can arise which will demand the sacrifice OF either
the power Of the Government the peoples rights.
because they each may be respected by retroceding
the District, and selecting some other, where, BY
agreement, such questions may be permanently
settled and thus The interests Of the Government,
the sentiments Of the nation, and the rights OF the
people be alike maintained; therefore, be II
Resolved, by The Senate and House Of Repvsssrfa-
hires Of the United States of dreiea IN Congress cs.
senbied, That, as all just power il derived from the
consent Of the governed, and u s the especial
duty Of the American people 10 vindicate this great
truth, Il Is hereby declared that the people OF every
arate community, whether they DO or do not re-
side in a territory belonging 10 the United States,
possess and have n native and inherent right 10
frame their own domestic laws, and 10 establish
their local governments, in all cases where the
provisions Of such laws and the character Of such
governments, do not conflict with the provisions and
limitations Of the Constitution, the proprietary
rights Of the General Government
ResoIred, That in order that this acknowledgment
OF the peoples rights may forever remain IN force,
the Committee on the Judiciary be, and they are
hereby instructed 10 prepare and 10 report 20 this
House, with proper limitations, in regard 10 the ter
ritorisl extent OF each community, suitable pro-
vision for amendment Of the Constitution OF the
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rsos Ts~rrco.--By the arrival hore yesterday
Of the Mexican schooner Anita, Captain Formcnto,
from Tampico the 10Th instant, NE have re
ccivcd ~ Aeiicieso Of that port 10 the 5sh instant
inclusive.
The minister Of interior and exterior relations,
scnor Lscunxa, by direction 81 the president. has
Issued an order 10 the governors and commanders
20 prevent the entrance u parties OF armed men,
except th,y arr lew In number, into the republic,
although they sllegc they are proceeding overland
10 California. This step has been taken boz. the
preservation Of public order In the country.
Some few cases Of cholera had occurred At Tam
pico, but there ne epidemic, and al the latest
dates the health of che inhabitants was quite salts
factory. For some days during the alarm regard
ing lie approach. snlusemcnts were generally sus-
pended.
~ Noficicso says that the Legislature Of Vera
Cruz has pctitioncd Congress 10 aid IN making the
projected communics between the two oceans,
over the sthmus Of Tchuantopec o. Pscossns,
lQh.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-01-29

Ex-GovERNoR THOMAS G.. PRArr.-This gentle
man has been elected to the Senate of the United
States for the brief unexpred term Of Mr. Johnson,
and for the subsequent term of six years. The
compliment was as we'll merited as it was hand
somely paid to Governor Pratt, who in his guber-
won for his native State the distinguished ground
which Maryland now occupies.
Governor p, we believe, is the architect Of his
own fortune, and in his past political life have
guarantee that in his hands the interests of Ma
ryland safely intrusted, and that the Union
shall receive no injury. Maryland can boast Of
two Senators, who, with ability and earncstncss
tempered with prudence and discretion, will stand
up to the preservation of the Union for the in
tercst and honor of Maryland. Kent Nslcs.
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CURARLE.-A practica

CURABLE.-A practical
~ treatise on the Lungs, to prove Consumption
vcntion. BY J. s. Rose, M. D. Price 25 ccats.
Keep Warm Hints for preservation from colds,
coughs, sc. BY George Lefevre, M. d. Price ia
cents
their diseases. By James Stewart, M. D. Price 2s
cents.
Hydrophobia; its origin. cure, and prevention;
with important instructions to every person keep
ing dog. BY W. Osborne, analysing chemist.
Price % cents.
Treatise on insanity. By g. Grimes. an inmate
of the Lunatic Asylum of Tennessee. Price % cts.
For sale at TAYLOR & MAURY'S
Jan. &c Bookstore, near 9th street.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-01-29

The Union always avails itself Of visit
Of Mr.. BUCHANAN to the metropolis to
abuse the old Federalists. This is such
an obvious breach Of hospitality, such a
gross violation Of all the prophecies of
polite life, that we cannot permit il to pass
unnoticed. Why Mr.. BUCHANAN should
be pursued by the Union in this ungener-
Gus spirit, we cannot imagine. And yet
there must be motive in it. For our
own part, we always consider the subject
fabooed as long as Mr.. BUCHANAN remains
in the District, knowing il 10 be unplea-
SAINT to any gentleman to be continually
twitted in the public journals for bygones
that ought to be bygones. Our columns
are open to Mr.. BUCHANAN whenever he
desires to defend his old associates against
the attacks of the Union.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-01-29

NfAeAsA FAILS SUSPENSION BRrpeE ConrsSy.--
The Hamilton Garefb states that another quarterly
dividend Of three per cent per share has been de-
ciared for the quarter ending first January last,
payable the first February The Company APP
pears TO be in most hourishing condition, and lie
one of the most prosperous in the country. The
stock is steadily increasing in value, and is much
looked for.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-01-29


Daniel Brock. esq, Of Kentucky, and William
G. whitelcy. Of Delaware. were admitted attorneys
and councillors Of this court.
No. i05. Ell Clark 81 al, VS.. Mansyaef,gers'
Inswanes COmpony-In error to the circuit court Of
the United States for Massachusetts
Mr.. Justice Woodbury. delivered the opinion ofthe
court, affirming the opinion Of the circuit court in
favor Of the defendants the merits, but, ac-
count Of some defects in the bill Of exceptions,
versing the judgment below and remanding the
case there for correction.
No 50. 7hos. c. Sheldon IL al, appellants, vs..
I'm. H. SH--This cause was argued by Mr. Ro-
meyn for the appellants, and Submitted on print
ed argument by Mr. Ashmun for the appellee.
Nos. 81, IS, 50. Jacob Ls 10y, plaintiff in error,
w. ID. v. B. Baidscin, Nm Beard, and TzeophiIus
Nickc,s.-Thc argument Of thesc causes was com
menced by Mr. Blunt for the plaintiff in error, and
continued by Mr.. seeley for the defendants in
error.
Adjourned till to- morrow, n O'Clock, a. m.
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grand ball. la ard of the cxpatrsted Hnnga-
rians 10 TO como of in New York on the alst pros
limo. The arrangements have been made ON the
most extensive scale. The ticket. viii be limited
to ono thousand, al Eve dollars each, TO admit a
lady and gentleman; extra ladies tickets At one
dollar. Ifthc accommodations viii permit. slarge
number Of tickets will be issued. which viii be put
al ten dollars.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-01-29

COLONEL FREMONT's wOOLLy NON
" DEsCRIPT will hold his lcvees for few
days longer at the room adjoining the Telegraph
office, new line. This Nondescript has been assaied
by those who have never examined him, but OF the
thousands who have, with unprejudced eyes,
viewed the wonder Of tho 10Th century, not one has
denied the fact Of its being the most astonishing
and curious animal ever seen. The opportunity
n w Of seeing him should not be neglected, as he
will soon leave for London TO wake up John Bull.
Admission rs cents Jan. 2q-3r
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PLEAsusK TRrrs TO Cunss-The savannah Re
pullsooa says that pleasure trips 10 Cuba are be-
coming fashionable and customary. Charleston
party lately went ont TO Havana In Nc Philsdel-
phia aud returned In her party q FIVE or six
persons lef Savannah On tho 18th 10 take passage
on the Isabel. intending 10 return by the same con-
vevancr.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-01-29

BALrnoaE, Jan. -.
Intelligence has been received from Santa Fe TO
the 2sth Of November Ten days previous. Major
Green, with force, went In pursuit u the Eutaw
Indians, who had Mrs. White prisoner. When
Green came in sight OF the Indians camp, they
shot Mira White and fled. Green recovered her
lcctcd her husband aud eight others were killed,
and Mrs. White taken prisoner.
Capt. Alexander Papin was killed In recent
John Adams was murdered II Rsna BlAnce by
Mexicans.
Colonel Calhoun. Indian Agent. had failed, trad
ing with Indians in Mexico.
PEonIA, (Ill.) Jan. rs.
the Of PORN street and Printers alley, occu
pied as drug store. and the Offices Of the Daily
Champion and the Weekly Register were destroyed
James Kirkpatrick, editor Of the Peoria Register,
and ]. Picket, editor Of the Champion, endeavour-
ing to save their property, both perished in the
flames.
ST.. LOUIS, Jan. n.
Brickland & Co.'S Touring mill was burnt yes
terday. Loss, $4,000.
New YoRK, Jan. 70.
Dismissai Of Custom house officers Large fire
Latest from Cuba understand that Mr.. Maxwell,
collector Of the port Of New York, discharged on
Saturday one hundred and sixty-six officers in his
department, thus saving To the Government the
sum of one hundred and fifteen thousand dollars
per annum.
Litchfeld's extensive soap works, situated ON
Water street, in this city, caught fire Saturday
morning and were totally consumed, together with
thrty-two houses in the vicinity The Total loss is
estimated at three hundred thousand dollars, upon
which there is an insurance Of two hundred and
fifty thousand.
The New York Herald Of day publishes q let
ter dated St. Jago dc Cuba, 18th instant, in which
it is stated that the harvest Of coffee has not
yet began to arrive, whilst in former years il was
nearly all gathered at this season and shipped.
The delay is attributed to heavy rains, causing q
failure of the crop.
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Tar CsxvAssr sroprsp.--we are happy 70 learn,
from a gentleman who called on VA last evening,
that the crevsssc al Ssuve's s stopped through the
energetic measures Immediately adopted. AZ one
time the breach presented an alarming appearance;
but all present danger IL now past
Ne,c Orleans Picoyurs, ish.
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FUNIE BATHS.

ITO all who Are afflicted with Rheumatic COM
IL plants we would say, 60 and try DR.. EMER-
SONS SULpHuR FuME Barns, at Cops Pavilion,
on Louisiana avenue, near Sixth street. The pc
culiarities of II are such that il cfcctually
this complaint. Also all other diseases of Chronic
nature such Scrofua Gout, diseases Of the skin,
joints, &C.
Galvanic and Electro Magnetic Electricity.
DR.. Emerson still continues TO apply these inn
portant remedial agents TO such diseases and such
cases as indicate their usefulness.
Auo 32-2awtf
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sMITusoNIAN LECTUpEs.

TIVE next three lectures Of the will BE- Civ
IL en- by Professor James r. w. Johnston, Of the
University OF Durham, England, on SCIENCE AP-
Piled TO AGRICULTURE. The frs. lecture
viii be on Tuesday, tho 10Th inst; the second on
Thursday, the 3ist inst; and tho third Saturday
the I'd Of February.
Lectures TO commence at s o'clock, p. m.
Jan. 1q-M
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-01-29

GroneIk.--Wc learn from the Columbus Enqpi.
rer that the late elections in Muscogec county, on
the 1th instant resulted in the choice Of the regular
Wing ticket, with the exception Of tar collector
and coroner
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Adjourned tiIl to morrow, u O'Clock. a m.

Tho Baiesvilie (Ark.) Eagle says that place
stands in need Of tin and copper-smith, saddle
and harness maker. house, sign. and ornamental
painter. silver smith, and chair maker There is
also demand Cor more bricklayers, stone masons.
carpenters, sbosmzkers. blsoksmiihs. house gar.
pers and barber.
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WINE STORE.


BEG leave 10 invite the attention of strangers
Il and citizens generally 10 well selected and
choice stock Of Wines, Brandies, &C. some old and
Of the highest order, which offer for sale at mod
crate prices.
Madeira, in bottles and casks. of various grades
some very old.
Sherry, pale and brown, bottled and in wood.
Port Wine, of very superior quality and genuine.
Rhine Wine, Of great variety, among them
Stcnbcrgcr Cabinet" "Steinwein in Books
brutel."
Also, Sparkling Rhine and Mosclle, from the
house Of Henkell Co., in Msyence, ON the Rhine.
French Wines-Champagne, Z" MuInm 4 Co,
Hcidsick, - " dc Brimont,h t" Meet & Chandon,"
Chateau Iafitte," " Haut- Brion," Haut- Tall
ance," St. Julien, &c.
Table Clsret, Sauterne, &c.
Brandics, some In bottles, vintage 1915, "Old
q, -" London Dock" &c.
Also, on draught. dark and pale Cognac.
Jamaica Rum, in bottles, high proof, and finest
flavor.
Holland Gin, very fine and pure.
Irish, Scotch, and American Whisky, in bottles
and casks.
Anisette dc Bordeaux, "Curacoa," ovid Cher
ny Brandy and Stomach Bittcrs, prepared by my
self)
Scotch Ale and London Brown Stout, &c.
Always keep choice article Of Havana Cigars
JOHN n. BUTHMANN,
Pa. av., south side, btw. Al and 9th streets.
Dec. T--2twif2m