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The republic., 1851-10-28
From hs Petersburg (Va.) Inteuigence.
How WINS it Done;

The late election in South Carolina has extn-
guished the last spark of disunon at the South,
and we now say to our northern brethren, do your
duty, and all IS safe Two months ago the exodus
of fSouth Carolina from the Union seemed inevitable
and there can be doubt that she would have
gone but for the manifestation of public senti-
ment in the States of Georgia, Mississippi, and
Alabama. The action of these States showed that
she would look in vain for co operation on their
part in the work of dissolving the Union and for
tunately for her and the country, majority of her
citizens refused to rush into the mad enterprise OF
separate secession. Such are the facts in the
case, and they are to be accounted for by the
action of the Whig party of the South. This
party, so often denounced and abused as hos
tile to the interests of the country, and as seek
ing power only for the qualification of selfish
interests, sooner saw that the Union of these
States in danger than they abandoned
their party organization, and rushed TO the
support of the men who were fighting the bat
ties Of the Constitution and the Union. While,
in Mississippi and Georgia, Fooe and Cobb were
denounced by many Of their own party as cowardly
and servile submissionists, who ready to bare
their backs to receive the northern LASH the Wings
saw in them men who were devoting all their en-
ergies TO the glorious work of saving the Union,
and discardng all old party ties and forgetting all
the old party issues, they went forward and bore
them on to victory. Had public sentiment been
equally divided in the States to which have al
luded, there IL no doubt that South Carolina would
have gone out of the Union and trusted that in
time they would follow. But when the grant
spectacle of old political foes-of Whigs and ue,,
crnts fighting side by side and cheering each other
OB-was presented, South Corolina saw that Tho
@"tv alternative left her to remain in the Union
and eniov ''- blessings, or, by separate accession
from H. involve berse, IN ruin irretrieyabe. Her
late election proves that she has 'pe PAIN OF
wisdom and safety, and we hope to hear no more
Of disunion and secession.
The republic., 1851-10-28

drains and cutters, was employed to furnish the
combatants. in three days the rats were ready
They all Of them from fifteen 10 eighteen
inches long, with moustaches six inches in length
They kept in separate cages for fear that they
might mutually devour each other. They are
highly intelligent, for they recognise Conturer,
who feeds them, and even respond to their
several appellations. The inspector has fixed
on one, as being the most ravenous, and as the
most likely to give the terrible "Beak of Iron"-
one of the ows-his mortal wound. He mixes
certain substances with their food, which will,
by the time agreed upon for the fight, have
wrought them up to state OF uncomfortable
phrenzy. When once they have laid hold with
their teeth in this condition. nothing but death and
annihilation make them let go. The baronet
paid two dollars apiece for the monsters. Bets
run high in their favor, and the owls, if they win,
will realize for their master an almost fabulous
sum- They, too, are in training, and the combat
ID only delayed in consequence of the illness of
Beak of Iron, who is still suffering from wounds
received in his last encounter. The poet Merry is
one OF the most enthusiastic amateurs of this kind
otamusement Ii ia curious to observe the gradual
inroad into France Of these sporting entertain
ments," as the French call them. Horse-racing has
been accmated with difficulty; boxing is not even
yet naturalized, although much more attention is
paid to 1t than formerly; bowling, quoits and other
manly exercises, were, till within late period
looked upon only fit for acrobats and gladators;
and now set TO between owls and rats is upon the
tapis, and is waited for, with great interest by ed
itors, romancers, feuietonists, and poets!
FRANCO.
The republic., 1851-10-28

The VERMONT MULTIPLICATION LAw.-The Wind.
sor (Vt.) Journal states that the judiciary com
mittee of the House Of Representatives of thai
State have made written report in favor of the
repeal of the obnoxious part of the habeas corpus
act of the last session. The chairman of this COM
mittee is Mr. Davis, Of Danville, who has been on
thae suprcne hench Of the State Tnd~e Y. n.v;. ~.
4qrral fays is known as one Of the ablcst lawvers
OF the State, as wellas ofthe most clear
ana candid oil our public men. The report is sno-
ken Oh as very able, and well worthy the source
from whence it emanates. The Journal further
says:
"T'here is but little doubt that majority of the
members favor n repeal or modification of its
impolicy Governor Williams in his message seems
to have no doubt. or its unconstitutionalitv II is
well known that our entire Congressional de iepa
tion deemed il at the time both unconstitutio6ol
and lnexpedient Such is the judgment of nearly
all OF our most eminent jurists such we 70
convinced, is the calm and enIigb,onaJ
judgment of very large majority of citizena ~
Vermont. Timidity, false pride, and other mo. ~
tives that ought not TO govern intelligent and indc
pendent law makers, may sway the minds of,soTno
members Of the Legislature; but VIC trnat thare
VIII yet be found nerve ana stability enou oh 10
AIRY out the honest convictions of the maioIitv
ma 10 repeal or essentially modify the unconatt1.
ional and unnecessary act"
The republic., 1851-10-28
majority in the State
,S0uLJ.ern Rights
COnst'I Union
[RicsmOnd Times.
THREE MEN KILLED AND FIVE woUsDrD.-w,

THREE MEN KILLED AND FIVE WoUNDED.--we
copy the following from the Tyler (smith county
Texas) Telegraph of the 9th of September:
"We stop the press TO announce one OF the most
painful tragedies that has fallen our lot to
record. On this morning John N. Mckinley, She
riff of this county, arrested at Canton Mr.. Joseph
Pierce with warrant, charged with the offence
OF assault with intent to commit murder. After
Pierce was arrested, man by the name of Isaac
Moore threatened to raise crowd of P.'s friends
and rescue him from the custody of the sheriff.
The sheriff in the interim summoned guard to
prevent the rescue of the prisoner. About two
O'Clock, p. m, Moore and Robert Pierce and
man by the name of Crawford made the attempt
TO rescue the prisoner The parties all armed,
and, after about twenty shots and many thrusts
with bowie knives, hand-axes, &C., the sherff's
party were left victors in possession of the pris-
oner, who is lodged in jail. Robert Pierce,
after receiving several shots, fell and expired.
Isaac Moore was also shot dead. Crawford es-
capped. supposed to be mortally wounded OF the
sheriff's party David Neil was killed; James Hol.
den mortally wounded; Thomas Brock slightly
wounded. Sheriff Mckinley severely wounded,
not considered mortal Thus has terminated one
of the most fatal and melancholy riots that has
ever happened in our county"
The republic., 1851-10-28

iThe election returns from Virginia are still
incomplete. The Fifth district, where close
contest has BEEN carried on between GoGGIN,
Whip. and Powell. Democrat, remains in
doubt, and the same may D.? said of the -Four
teenth district. Several Of tbs other districts
have been only partially heard fromy bDt with
regard to them, it is believed that no change
will be made in the announcements that have
already appeared.
The republic., 1851-10-28

QuARaEL ARoUT a SILVER SnApE-At the cere-
mony of turning the first sod ON the Toronto and
Lake Huron Railroad, on Wednesday last quar-
rel arose about trivial matter, which finally re-
suited in blows and the dismissal of the super
intendent OF the work. The ceremony of turning
the sod was performed by the Countess of Elgin.
and the instrument which used by her was
silver spade, costing $500, which Caperal, the
manager, had made at his own expense. He claim
ca tne right OF personally presenting it to the
countess, but the board of directors Disputed his
right 80 to do. Blows followed words-Caperal re-
fused to give up the spade, and the directors re-
venged themselves by dismissing him from the
management.-BostonJ Journal, 23d
The republic., 1851-10-28

The OPERATIc CONCERT given last even
ing, at Carus's Saloon, was numerously at
tended. Quite sensation was created by
some of the performers, several of whom were
warmly encored. The Casta Diva of Rose
de Vries was given in beautiful style, and ex-
hibited to good advantage the wonderful tiexi-
bility and compass of her voice. A little aria,
by Signora Angelina Bosio, melted the audi
her to be called out with enthusiasm to repeat it.
Signors Bettini, Lorini, Marini, Beneventa-
40, and Rosi, all acquitted themselves with
great credit; and the orchestra, under the able
lead of Signor Arditi, added much to the har-
monies of the evening.
The republic., 1851-10-28

anniversary of the surrender of Lord Cornuaiiis
look place at Natick yesterday Bodies of "ConI-
nentaiiers" from Newton, Waltham, and the
nc nseighooring towns, were present, to the number
~ neariy 1VOO; alec, large number of imitation
Indians. The revolutionary sport was conducted
with the best order possible, and the field opera
uons yielded much amusement, blended with rec
objections of Auld Lang Syne.
Boston Transcript, 26M.
The republic., 1851-10-28
Georgia Election.
The MiIledeeyiIIe Reeoraer aavr.

fThe returns from all the counties in the State
give Mr.. Cobb majority of Ia, 600 over his oppo-
nent. We will give the official vote soon as il is
ascertalned alter the meeting OF the Legislature"
Truly noble victory! The Washington Union
may weakly attempt to make it appear that it is a
Democratic triumph; bnt the fact is notorious that
il was achieved by the Constitutional Union party,
which included nearly every Wing in the State.
and but fraction of the Democratic party This
ID attested by the Georgia papers, both those which
opposed and those which supported MIR. Cobb.
The following are the results in the several Con-
gressional districts, showinga corresponding Union
majority in the State:
The republic., 1851-10-28

We learn by telegraph that the meeting al
Syracuse, on Saturday, to give an expression
of public feeling in support of law and order,
was large and enthusiastic, and resulted in the
adoption Of resolutions Of the right stamp. An
attempt wa made by band of rioters, headed
by few prominent citizens, to interrupt the
proceedings, but they were overpowered, and
were elected from the hall.
The republic., 1851-10-28

NAvAL.-The frigate st. Lawrence will sail in
about month for the Pacific ocean. The follow
ing officers had reported for duty: Captain Duany
Lieutenant Pennington, Lieutenant winslow,
Lieutenant Brashears, Master Calhoun, Surgeon
Tinslsr, Assistant Surgeon Harrison, Chaplain
G Grier, and Boatswain Bates.
Norfolk Beacon Of yesterday.
The republic., 1851-10-28
THE REPUBLIC.
WASHINGTON:
TUESDAY MORNING. OCTOBER 2s. 1851.

"The series Of measures to which have alluded
are regarded by me a settlement, in principle
and substance final settlement-ofthe danger
Gus and exciting subjects which they embraced
By that adjustment we have been rescued from
the wide and boundless agitation thatsurrouhueo
US, and have firm, distinct and legal grouhu
TO rest upon And the occasion, trust VIII JUS
hfv me IN rxHoarrso NY coUNTRvMEN TO RALLY
UPON AND MAINTAIN THAT GROUND as 'he oest' IL
not the only means Of restoring peace and quiet
10 thecountry, and maintaining inviolate the IN
tegrity Of the Union"
IPaEsIpENT FILLMoRE's MESSAGE.
"The Presidents message, at the opening Of the
present session of Congress, expresses fully and
plainly his own and the unanimous opinion OF all
those associated with him in the Executive admin
istration of the Government, in regard to what
are called the Adjustment or Compromise mea-
sures of last session. That opinion is, that those
measures should be regarded in principle as
final settlement of the dangerous and exciting
subjects which they embrace; that though they
were not free from imperfections, yet, in their
mutual dependence and connexion, they formed
system of compromise the most conciiatory
and best for the entire country that could be OBJ
tanned from conflicting sectional interests and
opinions, and that therefore they should be ad-
bered to- until time and experience should de-
monstrate the necessity of further legislation to
guard against evasion or abuse. That opinion,
30 far as ! know remains entirely unchanged,
and will be acted upon steadily and decisively.
The peace of the country requires this; the Sc
curiy of the Constitution requires this; and every
consideration of the public good demands this.
If the Administration cannot stand upon the
principles of the message, it does not expect to
stand at all "-DANIEL WEBsrER's Letter TO the
Union Meeting at Westchssier.
The republic., 1851-10-28

FUNERAL or Colonel MoUNTFoRr-The funeral
of Colonel John Mountfort, who died suddenly at
the Winthrop House Tuesday evening, took
place yesterday afternoon, from st. Paul's church,
Rev. DR.. Vinton officiating Quite a number of
military gentlemen attended the funeral, among
whom were Colonels Holbrook and "~--'i. -,
go. .olonel Bovd, Adir'n-. ~
-s------s OntUKering, Gap.
tain Clark Of the Boston Light Guard, and Captain
Wright of the Pulaski Guards, who acted as pail
bearers The brigade and regiment and large
detachment OF company officers of the first regi-
ment Light Infantry, were also in attendance. His
remains were deposited in the family tomb in
Copps Hill burial ground
colonel Mountfort was gallant artillery officer
IN tne war oil 1872 lie was in the e--, ron,a,ts "A
Fort Niagara. 81 ""u "'
on Lake Ontario he volunteered and served with
ris men as marines, and narrowly escaped death
from iorty two pound shot. At Little York he re-
GeiVed severe wound from the explosion of The
brlhsh fort, which was blown up by the enemv
ana which caused the death of General Pike lie
was also in the Florida war.
He was three times honorcd with brevet rail-
Colonel Mountfort was native Of our city.
tBoston Journal.
The republic., 1851-10-28

QUEEN VICTORIA AND THE " FIc."-The
European Times. speaking of the Queens visit to
Liverpool on the 9th instant, says:
'The American steamship Pacific, which reached
Liverpool on Tuesday night, anchored in
part of the river by Captain Nye, so that her ma
jesty might pay visit to that noble vessel she
passed up and down the river in the Fairy The
torrents of rain however which fell throughout the
day rendered such visit extremely inconvenient
to the Queen, and the especially the wind
was blowing fresh, and there great swell on
the river at the time. We hope that on the Queens
next visit, which believe is not distant, that
Engand's Queen will have the qualification Of 60
ing on board one of these ships"
The republic., 1851-10-28

New YoRK.-The nomination OF justices of the
supreme court is completed. The folloying
The republic., 1851-10-28

AWFUL RAILROAD ACGIDENT.-About z O'Clock
last evening fatal collision took place on the New
York and New Haven railroad, at Mount Vernon,
two miles and half from New Rochelle, between
the freight train going up and the passenger train
coming down.
Three persons on the down train were instantly
killed, viz: fireman, brakeman, and DIR. Shell
don, or Seldom.
Many persons shockingly manned and in
Jured, among whom were two men, who had both
legs broken. One of these named Harrington,
and the other, whose name we did not learn, was
conveyed to the hospital
A young man. connected with the express train,
named Studley, had one of his cars taken oil, and
his head frightfully smashed.
Charles Genin, waiter in Mrs. Fish's hotel, in
Fulton street, had his foot crushed and the toes
severed.
One unfortunate man was precipitated from the
cars into sand bank, by which his face was aw-
fully laceratod, and he was seriously injured inter-
nally.
IL is said that the poor brakeman who was killed
had but short time previously exchanged places
with fellow workman on another train, in order
that the latter might have the pleasure of spending
the Sabbath with his family in Bridgeport,
The cause of this melancholy catastrophe is said
to have been the failure of the freight train to
main at Wiams's bridge, is customary, until
the passenger train had passed down. Instead of
waiting, the freght train passed up very swiftly,
in endeavor TO reach New Rochelle before meet
ing the down train
At the time of the collision it is asserted that the
up or freight train going Mt the rate of thirty
i've miles an hour, and the ehock w4s SO iptense
that one Of the cars on the down train was cofrl-
pletey turned up on its end.-N \. Herald, 27n.
The republic., 1851-10-28

Loss OF THE AMERICAN BARoUE CAzoNE. On
Sunday morning, at an early hour, we visit
ed by violent gale of wind from the northwest
and west northwest, which continued more or less
during the greater part of the day. accompanied
with heavy showers Of rain. fog also prevailed
at the entrance TO the port, which, combined with
the rough weather, rendered the making of the
barbor matter of considerable difficulty. We re-
gret to add that fine American barque, called the
Cazone, commanded by Captain Porterfeld, from
City Point, Virginia, driven on Taylor's bank
by the violence of the gale, and is become COM
plete wreck. She had on board cargo of tobacco,
said to be the finest and largest imported into Liv
erpool during the last twenty years. 1t appears
that the Cazonc boarded by pilot at half past
six O'Clock on Sunday morning, the gale at the
time being at its height, and, after being tossed
and buffeted about for time, the pilot deemed
it prudent to anchor; which was accordingly done,
in five fathoms water, TO the eastward of Taylors
bank. After wcathering the gale for some
time, she parted her anchors, became unmanage-
able and about ten O'Clock struck between Tay-
lor's Bank and Jordan's Flats, mile and three
fourths northeast of Formby Lightship. Her sig
mails of distress were Immediately communicated
to this port by the semapborc telegraph, and the
Liverpool and Magazines fe-boats instant
IL aesPat tol-d 60 ner aasIsIance. lhe e-boats
reached her shortly after o'clock, but were un.
able to go alongside on account of the heavy sea
running, and preparations were made to lower the
crew down the jibboom of the barque, which
safely accomplished. All the crew, with the ex-
cepton of the captain pilot, and mate, left in the
first boat, and were safely landed at the Maya
zines; but, at the earnest request of the captain,
the Liverpool life boat Cropper, master, with Cap
tain Porterfield, the mate, and pilot on board, re-
manned alongside the vessel until all hopes of
ing her were at an end. When the life boat left
her she had ten feet of water in her hold, and ap-
peared to be fast breaking up, her keel having been
washed away some time previously. The Cazone
was very fine vessel, only one year Old The
captain was part owner of the vessel, only small
portion of which was insured. .-LiverpooI paper.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-05-26
From the Ne,c York Commercial Advertiser.
The Methodist Church Case.


UsrrEp STATES CrRouIr CouRr.-Bgfore Judges
Nelson and BETTE. Henry B. Bascom and Others vs..
George Lane and Others.
The courtroom was densey crowded this morn
ing with spectators desirous Of hearing the Hon.
Rufus Choatc open the defendants case. They
were destined to DISAPPOINTMENT, however, for at
the opening Of the court Mr.. Ewing STAGED that Mr..
Choate was extremely unwcll to-day, and there
fore unable to commence his argument. The
court in consequence granted an adjournment un-
Ill 10 O'Clock on Monday morning, when, it is un
dcrstood, the case must go on, whether Mr.. Choate
appears or not
The documentary evidence read by Mr.. Fan
cher, for the Defence yesterday afternoon, went to
show, that the travelling preachers not the
owners of this fund, but that 1t is held by the
church in the nature of charity, and comes with
in their fund for charitable uses The travelling
preachers in distributing bcoks did not do so, az
bad been alleged, with view to fund for old
age, &c, but were compensated for doing 30, the
books being furnished to them at % to 33s per
cent discount. The Book Concern has been
raised, not by contributions, but by tho course OF
its business. II was established in 1899, on a capt.
tai OF $1,000 In fvc years afterward its value
1908. IL was worth $47 900, and has continued to
increase until it is said now to be worth $3.50, 600
II lie not vested right in the travelling preachers
~ had been commended. In proof Of which might
be mentioned the important fact that the annual
conferences create travelling preachers who in pro-
cess of time or reverse Of circumstances, become
claimants upon the fund.- Yet the annual con-
Germ, its officers being appointed and its affairs
controlled by the general conference. He also
showed that the southern conference has been sup
piled since 1874 with books tho same terms ~
the Canada conferences that 10 seven per cent lcss
than the wholesale price,
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-05-26
Commissioner Of Public Buildings.
May 9-2aw3w
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