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Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

The editor Of the Keokuk Dispatch was so
much chagrined at the harmony aud enthusiasm
Of the Rapids Convention, lately held in this
place, that he has taken himself to venting his
spleen on some Of the speakers who addressed
the convention on that occasion. The speech of
Charles D. Drake, Esq, of st Louis, was admit
ted on all hands 10 be most beautiful and patri-
otto production, and was frequently and loudly
applaaded by the audience. The editor of the
Dispatch, by way Of displaying his taste as well
as his magnanimity, INDUCES in the following
spiteful and ill-natured fling at the speech and its
author:
s.it is labored production, prepared for the
occasion, and has some well-turned sentences
For a set Grafton, it was extremely Inappropriate
to the occasion, and reflects no credit upon the
practical sense Of the authors
Mr. Drake will certainly feel very much morii-
fed when he learns the opinion Of the editor of
the keokuk Dispatch.
There is one thing Of which the public ought
to be informed. The convention did not call on
the editor Of TIE Dispatch for speech. What a
pity!
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

Judge Kane has recently decided in the Cir
cult Court of Pennsylvania, that Bain's method
OF telegraphins is embraced within the original
patent of Professor Morse. and that its use is an
infringement of Morse's rights. This decision is
directly the reverse of the decision of Judge
Cranch, OF Washington, Of Judge Monroe of the
kentucky District Court, of Judge Mckinley of
the Supreme Court of U. s. and of Judge Wood
bury in the application for an Injunction against
Houses Machine.
1t the decision Of Judge Kane is sustained, it
will put stop TO all machines which have been
or may be contrved to Use the electric agency for
teiesraphins, except that of Prof. Morse. The
decision has created quite an excitement among
those interested in Geographic operations and the
case will without doubt, be taken 10 the Supreme
Court of the United States for revision.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Electro Magnetism,

The experiments and discoveries of Dr. Page in
Electro Magnetism are attracting the attention
of men Of science in the city of New York. The
most eminent chemists and engineers in New
York have attended his lectures and expressed
their satisfaction at what they have seen and
heard. 4 correspondent of the Tribune says:
"Dr Page stated that though he had succeeded
in generating power al less cost than with small!
steam engines OF the older kinds, he had not YET
succeeded in reaching the cheapness of large ones
constructed in the best mode. Indeed, as he
justly remarked, this would be 10 demand too
much of an Invention yet in its infancy. He en-
testa,ns no doubt, however, that he shall be able
to accomplish that also, and the success he has
thus far met with justifes the expectation. He
has already done enough to secure a lasting fame
IN the history OF electromagnetic and Of insen-
ton; one more triumph, and he has established an
Immortal memory among the great benefac,orS of
Humanity, the Saints and Heroes of Science"
The editor Of the American Rail Road Journal
was present and expresses himself highly pleased
with Professor Pages discoveries. He says:
"Wih some improvements this motive power
might be applied with success 10 mechanical pur-
poses, and shouldths be the case, itwould ohyiatc
many of the objections now brought against the
use OF steam as motive power. 1t is not liable
to any of the accidents resulting from steam, and
IS entirely under the control of the operator An
engine moved by this power, occupies less room
than steam engine and is of much simpler con-
struc,ioa. 1t is also more economical. the en-
pense attendant upon the use of fuel being entire
ly done away with. This invention OF Mr. Page
is undoubtedly great invention, and we see no
reason why it should not in timc snperscIe the
use Of steam at least as a propelling power"
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
The Great Exhibition to be removed to N. Yorl

1t is announced in the English papers that the
most valuable and attractive portion of the arti-
cles ehbited at the late London Exhibition are
to be transferred to the city of New York, under
the auspices Of a company, represented in Eu-
rope by the Austrian Commissioner to the Exhi-
ton OF 1851. and in the United States by Ed
ward Bddle U. S. Commissioner, to whom the
entire management has been entrusted.
arrangements have been made for the ercc-
ton OF building on an extensive scale, IN CEN
trail situation IN the city of New York, contsu-
Gus to the various railway term:ni, which, when
completed, will be made bonded warehouse for
the period of the exhibition.
"The goods will he conveyed from London in
trst-class vessels and all charges freight, insur-
ance, Sc, win be advanced, so that no ontla, Of
money on the part Of the exhibitors will be re-
CURED.
"As the Exhibition viii open on the 18th Of
April. all goods must be in New York by the LIST
OF March next, and for the convenience Of those
exhibitors who desire to send the articles which
have been displayed in the Crystal Palace, ves-
sells are ready TO take the same forthwith. The
duration of the Exhibition will be period Of
four months
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
BURLINGTON HAWK-EYE.



CONTENTS: l. Western Africa.
2. The Marlhoroughs and Queen Anne.
3. Reason and Truth.
1. Newman's Political Economy
5. Gregory of Nazianzum.
6. Decisive Battles.
7. Process and Pleading.
8. Life and Immortality.
0. Foreign Literature.
The principal article in this number is review
of Letters on Mans Nature and Developments
by II. G. Atkinson and Harriet Martineau; in
which work the latter makes an open avowal of
her belief in the doctrines of modern atheism
The other articles in this number, the whole of
which we have only been able to glance at very
cursorily, seem to promise rich entertainment
As a literary work, the Westminster has always
stood high, whatever may be said of the peculiar
doctrines which sometimes find advocates in its
pages.
This is one of Leonard Scott & Co.'S repnhli-
cations which we have often taken occasion to
commend TO our readers.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Des Moines Improvement.

We learn that MIR G. L. Barnard of New York
Judge Knapp of keosauqua, and DIR Enos Lowe
of this city, who had been chosen Arbitrators Of
the unsettled claims of The contractors on the Des
Moines river, had meeting in keokuk, few
days ago; but to the great regret and mortihca-
ton OF The contractors, tie Commissioner, Gen.
Van Antwerp, was not present, he not having
yet returned from his mission to Washington
City. The arbi'rators, consequently could do
nothing, and will be at the expense and trouble
OF another meeting at time when the Commits
sioner can be with them.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Mr. DRAkE's SPEEcH.-The Progressive FL

Ma BRAKES SpEEcH.--The Progressive Era,
democratic paper published at Cedar Rapids in
this State, speaking of Mr. brakes speech a; the
Rapids Convention in this place, says:
1t is well worthy the careful pcrusal of our
readers. No American can read il without a
manifestation of national pride, no sectionalism
can live beneath its influence.
As we read we are led to reflect upon the un-
paraleled magnanimity of our own glorious Mis-
sisslppi, stream, which, in lis onward and ire
sisfahle course from the Lakes and forests of the
north to the boiling gulf in the south, proclaims
itself means of universal benefaction, and do
nation from God TO the American people. We
upon the beautiful Cedar, are proud in being a
tributary to this mighty stream, and in the reec-
ton that our chrys,al waters are mingled in fra
ternity with those of the Mississippi, and, that
locked in each Others embrace, they find their
Ocean Home together
May the lessons impressed upon our minds BY
the sublime contemplation, lead Us 10 cement the
bonds of orr Union still stronger
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

Co The National Intelgencer of the 18th
inst, corrects statement which has been made
from some OF the eastern papers. that Col. War
rem had been appointed First Assistant Postmas-
ter General, and that Mr. Jacobs the First Assis-
tant had been appointed Second Assistant The
lntellisencer says that on revision of the regu-
ia'iohs of his Department, the Postmaster Gen.
eral determined TO change the duties of his Assis-
tants. On the 18th inst, the First Assistant was
transferred from the Contrac; to the Appointment
office, and the Second Assistant from the APP
pointment 10 the Contract office The change
has been one of duties and not of offices.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

Wisconsin ELEcrtoN.-The latest returns in
dictate that the Wings have elected their Sccreta-
~ OF State, State Treasurer and Attorney Gene
raj Farwell, (whig,) is elected Governor by a.
bout 1000. There is prospect also that the
wings have carried the Legislature; the result il
not positively known. The question Of Gene
raj Banking Law has also been carried by large
majority. One Of the locofoco papers at Mil
wankie says that four-fifths Of the members elect
are in favor of some kind OF Banking System.
Burns, the candidate For Lieutenant Governor is
the only democrat elected
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

1t Will be seen from these reports that during
the past quarter, the loans to Directors have in
creased ST. 500 ,574, while the loans to the bust
ness community, who were not blessed with
seats in the Directors room were decreased ST.
1890. When it is borne in mind that the d.
rectors, in order to show as favorable report as
possible, are prone to take an interest in the reg
ular line of loans, and through friend or part
ner, secure loans which are not placed in the col
umn of ''loans to Directors" it will be seen that.
IN getting up the late ''panc," our City Banks
performed their full part. Not less than Ten
Millions of Dollars were withdrawn from the
business men of this city, during the three months
ending Sept 9th, by the banks of this city alone
What earthly power could, under these circum-
stances, prevent ''panic"?
Your readers win see through This operation,
and understand ii perfectly, without any labored
explanation from me. The Banks furnish s.fa-
cllities for business purposes" BY increasing the
circulating medium, and making loans on the or
binary paper received by business men-"money"
is made plenty-and speculation (for Hope"
ispretty largely developed in most business men,
IS encouraged. AT the appointed time-.for they
all act IN eoacsrt--the facilities" are withdrawn
from the "outsiders," who, to meet their obliga-
tons and sustain their credit, are obliged either
to sacrifice their property, or to submit to the
shaves of the brokers. Then, these s.accomtno-
dating establishments" and those who ssdirects
them, reap their harvest of ill-sotten wealth.
The former, through their Broker-for they MI
have broker acting for them--secure the per
cent. per month, on the loans which have been
effected for several weeks; while the latter, (the
Directors, with increased means at their control.
stand ready TO secure such property as floats
within their reach, at their own prices. Our
country friends viii understand why consisn-
ments of lumber and produce have 50 often yield
ed them little or no profit, and too often not paid
advances and charges. Those persons in this
city who deal in such articles, had secured seats
at the table, in the back room of some mill, anu
felt inclined to make some money, but ont Of
whom, and at what cost, they cared not.
Ii there is any post more disrepu,able than
another, and more destructive of the happiness
Of the people, and the prosperity of the country.
that post is occupied by the rum seller and, next
to riasing the tumblers which have Just left the
bloated lips Of the rotten sot, the position Of a
Bank Officer Is the last I would voluntarily oc-
cnpy. God keep ME from i'll sayI. Iowa. |
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
MassNchu cts.

There has been no choice in the election OF
Governor and 1t Governor by the people, in this
State, and it will devo.ve on the State Senate to
names are sent up to it by the House of Repre-
sentatves. The complexion Of the House and
Senate are not yet known, as the elections in the
different towns are not yet completed. 1t is
thought that Mr. Winthrop will be chosen.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Kentucky.

The Kentucky Legislature commenced its ses-
sion on the first Monday of November. We no.
tice among its proceedings that Thomas F. Mar
shall had offered resolution to 70 into an cleo
ton Of Senator in the place of the Hon. J. r.
Underwood whose term expires the 18th of March
1858, on Monday the 18th of November. The
resolution had not been adopted at the latest ad-
vices from Frankfort
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

IMPORTANT Sur DgetpEp,-The great law
suit, late pending in tho United States Circui,
Court for New York, between the Methodist
Episcopal Church south, and the Methodist Epis-
copal Church, has been decided by Judges Nell
sen and Belts in favor Of the Church South
The case will perhaps be taken to the Supreme
Court Of the United States. The amount in con-
troversy is over half million Of dollars.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
- The Corner Stone Of new Episeon

- The Corner Stone of new EPISCOPAL
Church was laid at Muscatine on the 18th inst.
by the RI. Rev. Jackson Kemper, Missionary
Bishop of Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota, as
sisted by Rev. 4. Lauderback of Davenport,
Rev. VIM Adderly Of Burlington and Rev. J. B.
Calhoun of Muscatine. The ceremony was SOL
cmn and impressive, and was rendered more 50
BY an appropriate and eloquent address by the
Bishop. The building viii be erected in the
spring, and completed as soon thereafter as pos
sible.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Oelazon Smith, Snench

The last keoknk Wing contains the Speech of
Delazoa Smith, Esq, delivered in keokuk last
fall, during the congressional canvass between D.
+. Miller, Thompson and Smith. 1t occupies
nearly ten columns Of the Wing. The speech
contains great deal Of matter that will be use
fal for reference. portion of it we intend to
publish for the benei; Of our readers. As am ex.
position OF Democracy, from one who formerly
stood high in its affections, it is worthy Of special
attention.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
APOLEGETTC.

Accidents ,cia happen. We ask the Indulgence
Of those Of our friends whose advertisements do
not appear in this number. Just as we were
about to put our Weekly to press the third page
of our Tri-weekly was knocked into pi. This
took place at too late hour to allow 70 reset
our advertisements and issue our weekly in time.
We hope to make all right in our next.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Nows from Virxinia.

GLORIOUS REsuLr II True NO OTHER rxr.n
MAS rHE NEws !-Msw may of tellias rao'.
Governor BEFORE The Eltctioa,
We extract the following highly inpor,an, in.
sea''gcnce from the skeoksk Dispatch:''
s,ViRGiNIA.-T The result in Virginia is a slori.
Gus one The Democratic candidate for Cover.
mol, sntTteen Democratic members OF Congress
% two wings, and sweeping majority IN Tho
Legislature attest the devotion Of the Old Damn.
ION 70 sound Democracy
Those who are satislie,. with the Disn,tch,s
msshod Of communicating election news before
ne eteesson comcs Of, my be satisfied with the
above. For our own part, We viii wait until
otter h< election next month, before we shall, be
saasstied that CSC. w. SUMMERS is no, Governor
q the "Ohl Dominion.
We believe the New Constitution Of yirr;,,,
aas Just been adopted BY the people, and the frs,
POPULAR election for Governor ever had in v;r.
gum, wll' take place under il some time IN NJ.
ecnoer-at which time ne,ahsr. Of the Lsr,.,,
'sfe viii also b elected under The new spror,,on
ment We viii see what sort of 4 s.xs.n;n,.
majority" the democracy will have ,hsn :
WIN % a"e enough for the Dispatch 10 bca,, of
'ss democratic victories after the e,ee,ion-,c =
cav.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
New York Election.

Enough has been learned in regard to this
election 10 render It pretty certain that the
Wings have elected the Secretary Of State, At
torney General, Treasurer and Canal Commits
sioner, and will have majority of one in the Ca
nal Board.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Fine Teas,

All who are in want of good article of tea,
whether green or black, can be accommodated a;
McGrew's, on Main Street. We acknowledge
present of boant'ful supply, and can speak from
experience as to quality. All lovers of good tea
will give him a call. See his advertisement
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

N. Y. DAILY TtMEs.--We acknowledge our
Indebtedness to the Editors in sending us the
Daily Times in exchange. Their paper is got up
in good style and conducted with great ability
1t is furnished to subscribers at ST. for the daily
So for the weekly, to single subscribers, and
twenty copies to clubs for $50.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

CT A late number of the Louisville Democrat
has an article on Mr. Bachanan's chances for the
Presidency. The Democrat comes down upon
him like a bucket of cold water by publishing Mr.
Bnchanan's speech, made during the last war
with Great Britain. against the war and against
the administration of Mr. Madison.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

The Geographic dispatches differ as to the time
when kossnth may be expected in this country
One from New York states that he is expected
there in few days, while another from Wash
ington says that Mr. Webster has received let
ter from kossuth in which he states that he will
visit this country next sprihg and remain three
months.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

RIGHTEOUS SENrENcE.~-llorace l., Brooks
who was recently convicted at Cleveland, Ohio,
OF having placed distractions on rail road track
whereby the Engineer was thrown Oft and killed
has been sentenced to the Penitentiary for life.
The verdict by which he was found guilty, has
been every where approved BY the community
and the sentence pronounced will be every where
ratified by the public voice.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

Iowa WESTERN RAlLRoAp.-A call appears
of the friends of this road, to be held at Oscaloo-
sa, on Tuesday the 25th of November, to receive
the report Of Maj. Mexican, engineer of the road.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Illinois.

Returns of the vote of forty counties in this
State upon the General Banking Law Of the last
Legislature indicate that il has been endorsed by
the people by a large majority.
In % counties the majority for the law is 1890
In Is counties the majority against it is $500
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

HAMPERS MONTHLY NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
bcrs to this work who wish to renew their sub
scriptiea, will please hand in their names aud
money 10 the editor Of this paper.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Majority thus far
6,1ta)

E1 The Hon. Robert Toonhs has been elect
ed Senator from Georgia in the place of Mr. Ber-
rien.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
New Jersey,

The result of the late election in this state is a.
follows.
SESArE-I Wings, Is DemecIets.
AssEMsLy--n Wings, i6 Democrats. Dem.
oeraae majority on joint ballot. 3S.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

CO The leading German newspapers in Penn
sylvania, have hoisted the name of Gem! Cass for
the Presl iency, avowing that he is their first
choice
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
Illinois Election.

Some ct the southern counties show large ma.
joritics against the Banking Law, but there seems
to be no doubt entertained that the law is adopt.
ed
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
New Books.

Ms BLleKIAHN, at his Book Store on Jeifer-
son street, has Just received large supply of
New Books, Stationery. &c. His advertisement,
which was handed in too late for our paper to-
day will appear in our next
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

tT Mr. GIpprNGs, of Ohio. has gone over
entirely to the locofocos. At the last dates he
was making the tour Of Massachusetts,, speaking
in the different towns and cities in favor of the
regular Democratic ticket.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

IT. will be seen that the Legislature of Ten
nessee have elected James c. Jones, (whig,) a
Senator in Congress in the place Of H. l.. Tur-
ney, (loco.)
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

u We are indebted to the obiising officers
OF the steamers Dabuqe and Glaucus for late pa.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

MAAYLAxn.-Thsr returns show the success Of
The democrats They will have large enough
majority in the House TO overcome the Whig ma
iorit II the Senate, and will thas Be able 10 con-
ircl the legislature on joint ballot
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
LOUISVILLE, November L., NJ.
Mississippi Election j.

MlSslsslppl Electlon.
Fifty-fve counties have been heard from Footc
about 1000 ahead four counties to hear from !;
all the Union ticket elected except the Chancery
Clerk.
RosroN, November IL.
The elections yesterday in Districts where
there had been no choice, resulted in the election
of five Wings and seven Coalitionists., The pres
ent Wing Representative majority Is twenty-six
eighteen vacancies.
Robert Morris, the colored lawyer. on trial for
participating in the Shadrach rescue, was this
morning acquitted.
The Europa sailed to-day for Liverpool, with.
% passengers and SITS, 900 in specie.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
The wsaaas Rights 0savsasioa Il woro.,,.r

lne International calls il meeting al .shaue.
less women and feeble-minded men--a sort Of
caidron q sickly scntimensalism, brazcn atheism
and whatever Is mos, ridiculous and disgusting IN
'nc diseases q Society. A Mrs Rose, (who We
n'sisFstand generally makes the leading speeches
Of the Tom Paine birth-aight festivals in New
York; and Abby Kelley Foster and William /,
Garrison were among the principal actors. The
main propositions before this convention, so lar
A. they can Be asccrtaincd from the newspaper
reports, involve the setting aside the laws Of God
IS they are revealed 10 the Rihlc,--,he laws Of
custom n ~ Savage and Civilized, Pagan and
Chsistiaa communities. in every sge;--and the
la~s of analogy-vindicating the existing order
q society lin every grade Of animated nature.o
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

The cars now run daily from New Albany to
Orleans, Indiana distance of IS miles.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20
PATIO Of Deaths in Iowa in 1850.

From the United States Census Returns for
this State, it appears that during the year ending
June, 1850, the deaths in Iowa were in following
-. ia "a tho pnn,hor ~ .nhah,faofs.
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1851-11-20

In The ramor that MIR Rives, our munster
to France has been recalled, is contradicted.