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Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

Vance moved a reconsideration Of the
sixth resolution adopted yesterday, and
which reads thusf
"Resolved, That the adjustment meas
ures of the last Congress shall be faith
fully observed and respected by the
Wings"
An attempt was made to debate the
motion, but it was ruled out of order, and
vote having been taken, the motion to
to reconsider the resolution was lost
yeas 81, nays 81.
After the nomination for Canal Com
missioner was concluded, the following
resolution was adopted
Resolved, That each delegate vote
gire Uocc for five candidates for the Su-
preme Bench"
Dr. Pennypacker hoped that the gen
tlemen present would give ali the infor-
nation in their power, in relation to the
nomination of Judges, in order that the
Convention might vote knowingly and un-
derstandingly.
Considerable discussion on various
motions took place, and the name OF
Thomas S. Bell, of Chester, was with
drawn from nomination. The following
candidates formed the list at the time OF
voting:
B. +. Gordon, Berks, Richard Coulter,
West'd., j. Burlington, Armstrong, Jas
7. Hale, Centre, w. NJ. Meredith, Phil a
D. NJ. Smyser, Adams, j. W. Comfy,
Montour, Geo. Chambers, Franklin, W
Jessup, Susquehanna, D. Fl. Mulvany
Montgomery, John Fl. Walker, Erie, V
o. Parry, Sch'y.
The result of the first ballot was as fol-
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

THE astericks (*) indicate that the
candidates opposite whose names they
stand were withdrawn; and the dagger
Cd indicates restored as candidate for
nomination.
On the sixth ballot it was declared
that JOHN STRoHM, of Lancaster county,
having obtained majority of all the
votes, was the candidate of the Whig
party for the Office of Canal Commission
er.
On motion, the nomination of Mr..
Strohm was then unanimously confirmed,
and ratified by three times three cheers.
Mr.. Strohm was in the Convention, and
rising, returned his heartfelt thanks for
the honor conferred on him. IF elected.
he pledged himself to devote the whole
of his energies to the fulflment of the
Office Of Canal Commissioner, and to the
promotion of the interests of the Com
monwealth.
His remarks were received with great
cheering.
Inthe course Of the balIoting, Mr.. Pur.
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Not SO Big for BigIer.

Some Of the Locofoco papers in boasting Of
the marvellous popularity Of Col. Bigler, their
new candidate for Governor, quote the large
majority he received some years ago in his
district, composed of Indiana, Armstrong
Clarion, Clearfield and Jefferson, which they
call Governor Johnston's Wing district
Any one acquitted with the political charac-
ter ofthose counties, however, must know that
Indiana is the only Whig county among them,
and thatall the others usually give strong Lo-
cofoco maiorities. 1t therefore tells more for
Governor Johnston popularity in that district
after all, than for Bigler's, as 10 Wing could
carry it before he did-he having even car
ried his own county, Armstrong, for Senator
to succeed Bigler in AZ, and reduced the Lo-
CO majority in the others so low as to be over
balanced by the Wing majority in Indiana =
Why didn't they dare to run Bigler for re-
election against Johnston if he was so ana.
zingly popular in that district!
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03
Narrow Escape.

a little girl about three years Of age,
daughter of Alexander Redmond, on Monday
last while playing with other children near a
well some fifty or sixty feet deep, accidentally
fell in, head foremost. Dir. r., who fortu-
nately happened to be in hailing distance,
instantly, and with great presence of mind,
made his way into the we'll He was aided
in the descent by the well rope, until the skin
was literally burned from his fingers, when
he was compelled to relinquish his hold and
let himself down by his elbows, which pre-
vented his falling, but were badly lacerated
upon the stones. On reaching the water, no
trace ofthe child appeared. He lost no time
in plunging to the bottom, (about seven or
eight feet) and bringing the child, who gave
little evidence of life. Scarcely knowing
whether his little favorite was dead or alive,
he placed her on his shoulder and proceeded
upwards as well as he was able, suffering
greatly from pain and anxiety and exhaustion.
He succeeded with great difficulty, and with
no aid whatever in reaching the upper air,
and on inspection discovered that his child
was not only alive, but to all appearance to-
tally u7ainjured,-A more wondrous incident
has never come to our knowledge. The in
cident illustrates the great value of cool self
possession and prompt action in all trying en-
ergencies.- ADV.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03
A Fire AusnilsiEator.

The National lntelligencer, at Washing
ton spelks of an English invention which inn
Jaediately extinguishes the most raging flames
The apparatus is neatly as portable as a fire
bucket; the article used (anti-combustive
gas) is perfectly innoxious to life or COM
tort, without injury to property, and al the
same time instantancously destructive to
flame. In England it is fully appreciated
The Queen, the greater number Of the no.
bility and many of the principal manufactur-
crs, have the machines in their palaces, man
sions and establishments. The Association
Tor promoting emigration TO New Zealand
take the machines out in the vessels convey
ing emigrants. The invention is strongly
recommended by many principal officers in
the Royal Navy and well-iniormed comman-
ders in the Merchant Service; and Lord
Broughan recentlysaid that he hoped before
long no vessel would be allowed to put TO sea
without having some of these machines on
board 1t is little singular that an invention
which is said to rank IN value with that of the
Steamboat the Electric Telegraph, the Cot
ton Gin, and the Railroad, has never been
introduced here, if it be as valuable as assert
ed. Il would certainly be Immediately a.
dopted, if it were discovered to possess val
ue.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

rEv Great preparations are making to
celebrate the 4th of July, in becoming
and patriotic manner at Easton. Vari-
Gus entertainments are to be presented,
not the least of which is the new Steam
boat which on that day is to make her
Arst trip from Lambertyille.
We learn. from the Warren Journal,
that it is the intention of the owners of
the Steamboat which is to come up to
Easton, on the 4th, to make their way to
Belyiderc on the following day, which is
considered perfectly feasible by those ac-
ouainted with the River.
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Fearru, AccIdcntin the Narrows.

On Thursday, of last week, Mr.. Philip Du-
tot, of this place, accompanied by his brother
lewis Dutot, of Dutotsburg, Monroe county,
was driving down the narrows nearly oppo-
site the weigh lock, when the horse took
fright, and precipitated them both off a wall
some 90 feet high, into the river, slightly in
juring Mr.. Philip Dutot, but so seriously in
juring his brother, Lewis Dutot, that he died
on Wednesday last, Of his injuries received
by the fall. The road through the above
place, calls loudly for repairs, and it is hoped
that some measures viii be promptly taken to
prevent continual recurrence Of similar ac-
cidcnts.-Car5on Democrat, June 2sih
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

STATE BANK AT MoRRIs-Conuiction Of
Dayton for Perjury.--We learn from Nor
ristown, that the evidence in the case of Har-
vey Dayton, late Cashier of the State Bank
at Morris, closed on the 18th. After the ar
guments of counsel, the jury, on the follow
ing day. received from JUDGE OGDEN, sue
cinct and impartial charge, when they retired
to make up their verdict. After an absence
Of a few hours, they returned into Court with
verdict of guilty of wilful perjury. Great
interest was manifested in the case-We al
SO understand that the other persons connec-
ted with this swindle, and who stand indct-
cd, VIII be Immediately put upon their trial.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03
WEslG STATE VENTHOS
AT LANCASTER.


LANCASTER, June 24.-This ancient city is
quite thronged to day, and the streets, usual
ly SO quiet are lively with politicians from
all parts of the State, attracted b. the meet
ing of the Wing Convention to nominate can
ddates for Governor, Canal Commissioner,
and Supreme Judges.
The Convention assembled IN the Court
House at III o'clock this morning, and was
called to order by Mr.. Loonlis of Alleghe-
ny.
A temporary organization was then effect
ed by the election of Hon. Samuel Bell, of
Berks, as Chairman Mr.. D. c. Wilson NOM
mated s. w Pearson, and Mr.. Purvinance
nominated Amos S. Henderson as Secreta-
rv.
The roll of the delegates was then called,
consisting of tbirty-one Senatorial and one
hundred Representative delegates. Nearly
all answered to their names.
"ReSolued, That committee of ten be ap-
pointed for the purpose of nominating the reg
ular officers of the Convention"
The following resolution gave rise to con-
siderable discussion
ReSolued, That it is inexpedient to admit
any substitute, unless they reside in the coun-
ties for which they are proposed to act."-
The following committee was appointed
by the chairman for the nomination of regu-
lar officers of the Convention Col. James
Paxton, of Adams; Mcssrs. Thomas Cat
heart, of Cumberland; C. 0. LOOMS, of AL
legheny Thos. Steel, of Phil'a.; G. w.
Michner, of Bucks; A. H. Shaw, of Fayette;
J. H. V. Dickey, Of Beaver; Isacc B. Dana,
of Erie; John Brotherline, Of Blair; John l..
Watson, of Montour.
The Convention adjourned, without trans
acting any further business, till 2 o'clock p.
NJ, when permanent organization will be
effected
The following letter, sent to the chairman,
created some sensation among the few who
read it, 1t is believed to be hoax.
To the President Of the State Convention
nolo holding Lancaster.
The undersigned, regularly elected dele
gates to represent the democrac cy of Lancas-
ter county in the Democratic State Conven-
ton, respectfully represent that on the Ath OF
June instant, they proceeded to the city Of
Reading, where it was alledged the Demo-
cratic State Convention would be held.
But this it appears was mistake, mas
much as it was not democratic, but conven-
ton of Fedcralists and as a matter of course,
in consequence of our political principles, we
were unsuccessful in our efforts to obtain
seats therein.
Being determined to find out the wherea-
bouts o! the Democratic State Convention we
chased up another at Harrisburg, the week
following, and there offered our credentials,
bat We were doomed to second disappoint-
ment, being in the wrong pew, as it was al
so federalst of yet deeper dye than the for
mer.
Still being desirous of serving our Constit-
uents, and finding this present Convention
assembled within the limits of our own coun-
tv, we conceive ourselves to be in the right
track at last, and therefore pray TO be inform
ed whether your body is the real, legitimate,
simon pure Democratic State Convention,
and if so, we do respectfully claim our seats
therein as the delegates of the county of Ian
caster.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03
J. d. AMWAkE,
PETER MARTIN,
J. SIMON WINTERS,
JOHN REAM,
C. NJ. JOHNSON,
REAH FRAZER

AFTERNOON SESSION.-The Con-
vention re-assembled at o'clock, and the
Committee reported permanent officers.
Mr. Ewing was chosen President Of the
Convention.
After the transaction Of the usual prelimi-
nary business, Gov Johnston was nominated
for Governor by acclamation.
Gov. Johnston shortly after entered the
Hall and was received in the most cordial
and enthusiastic manner. The following
named gentlemen were placed IN nomination
for Canal Commissioner and Judges of the
Supreme Court
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03
ROSiDniaeE /!

The dedication of the Paradise NJ E.
Church, at West Paradise, viii take place
on Sunday, July 18th instead of on the
9Th, as previously announced.
The Dedication Sermon will be preach
cd at half past 10 o'clock in the morn
la.
\ Collection viii be taken up to assist
il defraying the expense of building &c.
Several Clergymen viii be present on
the occasion. W.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

1L3- The exercises connected with the cell
cbration of the 4th of July, in this borough,
tomorrow, will take place in the Presbyteri-
an Church, to commence about IL o'clock, as
fellows:
I. Prayer.
= Music by the Band
3. Reading of the Declaration.
f. Music by the Band.
g. Oration.
g. Music by the Band
e. Benediction.
The Monroe Artillery viii be received at
,Le Court House at 10 o'clock A. NJ, by a
speech by S. c. BURNETT, Esq, on behalf Of
the Humane Fire Company and the citi-
zsns Of Stroulsburg.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03
Col. Benton.

Prentice says that one paper in>Missouri
calls Benton lion; another tiger; another
bull; another horse; another buffalo; an
other bear, and that they sll unite in rep
resenting him as greatbeast!
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

AT 1LI(~NOO4N.
The Convention re-assembled at half
past two o'clock, and proceeded to
fourth ballot for Judge of the Supreme
Court, which resulted as follows =
VIM. Jessup, n
Joseph Burlington, 80
VIM. Jessup was then declared to de
duly nominated for Judge Of the Supreme
Court
On motion of Mr.. Loomis, Judge Jes-
sup and the other nominees were Unani-
mously confirmed
On motion of Mr.. Bell, the appoint
ment of a State Central committee-one
from each Senatorial District-was or
dered. The committee will be named
by the Chairman of the Convention.
On motion Of Mr.. Dickey, it was
Resolved, That in presenting to the
people of Pennsylvania, as candidate for
Canal Commissioner, the name of the
Hon. John Strohm, of Lancaster county,
this Convention have an abiding faith
that their choice will be ratified by ma
jority of the voters of Pennsylvania, at
the election in October next The large
experience of Mr.. Strohm in public az
fairs, his intimate acquaintance with our
whole system ofpubic improvements, his
uniform devotion to the interests Of the
Commonwealth, his we'll known charac-
ter for integrity, his unfaltering opposi-
ton to every species ofextrayagance and
profit gacy in the disbursement Of the mo-
neys of the people, and his spotless pri-
vate character-all combine to point to
him as one peculiarly qualified for a
faithful, intelligent aud honest discharge
of the responsible duties of the Office for
which he has been placed in nomination,
an Office for which he comes directly
home to the interests of the taxpayers
of the Commonwealth.
Mr.. Isaac Hazlehurst, of Philadelphia,
observed that he had heard doubts ex-
pressed by few members from the west,
as to whether Mr. Meredith would accept
the nomination of Supreme Judge
ship" Mr. II. had applied by Tele-
graph, and had Just received a commu-
nication from MF. Meredith, in which
that gentleman consented to receive the
nomination, and expressed his sincere
thanks for the high honor which the Con-
vention had conferred upon him. Mr..
II. stated his conviction, that, if elected,
MIR. NJ, would prove an honor to their
choice, as he was a Justly distinguished
ornament oflegal profession. (Cheers.)
On motion of Mr.. E. G. Wilson, it
was.
Resolved, That the thanks of this Con-
vention be returned to the Wings of Lam
caster for their kindness and hospitali-
ty during their session in their beautiful
city-and that while we shall always re-
member our visit here, we shall still con-
fidently look for the good cheer and COM
fort they usually give to us. about the
second Tuesday of October.
On motion of Mr., Roberts, it was u
unanimously
Resolved, That the Delegates to this
Convention individually pledge them
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

oSTA grisley boar, or Sild hog, with tusks
that would do credit to an elephant, was shot
near Blue Hill, in Strafford, N. H., few
days since. A small army of hunters from
the century went in search Of him and his
comrade, who had been committing great
Gepredations in their fields. The dogs chased
hm, bat he leaped over precipiees as easily
and as swiftly as an antelope, where. they
could not follow. A rife, however, brought
hiol down. He weighed 400 pounds, and the
laGs and lasses in the neighborhood had a
grc feast Of -fGnchc5tcr Mirror
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

Mr.. Webster was sixty-nine years old last
February. During the whole active period
of his Me he has risen very early. and still
ollener up before five o'clock than after it
and getting through more work before the
majority of lawyers and statesmen have break
tasted, than most of the better sort ofthem do
in the whole day. In the summer season,
when he is at Marshfeld or at Franklin, he
is generally out among his fine cattle, for his
pleasure and health, by four O'Clock In the
morning; and in the course OF the forenoon
he often walks more miles, with his gun on
his shoulder. or catches more fish, than most
Young sportsmen can in twice the time
His spirits are generally fresh, and, for his
years, gay, except when anxious about the
business of the country his external senses
are unimpaired he is quick of hearing as he
ever was-much more so than some like to
have him; he can read the finest print with
out spectacles, as he could at twenty. In
short his physical powers are preserved to a
degree most extraordinary, considering his
age; and as to his intellectual faculties, his
marvellous memory. the promptness with
which he can command all his vast resources,
his wise Judgment of affairs, his massive pow
er-neyer so formidable as when assailed-
all these are untouched. and fill with wonder
all who approach him.--BoSton Com.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03
Large Delivery of specie.

Bfessrs. Adams g. Co.; delivered at the
Philadelphia Bank on Monday, 100000 in
silver weighing upwards of six tons This
lot of specie came from the Union Bank of
Tennessee, in charge Of Colonel Dashiell. of
Nashville.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

0F During the visit of Signor BLrTz to
this place, last week, We understand that he
called in at fruit and confectionery store
for the purpose of purchasing some apples
After he had made his purchase in presence
of the lady in attendance, he quietly cut an
apple in two, and out tumbled beautiful gold
ring. He enquired where such apples grew,
and cutting open another one, out came anoth-
er ring. The lady manifested very great sur
prise, and in view of his good luck so far,
BLITz offered to purchase her whole stock
This she declined, telling him that there were
no more for sale. After he left the shop, the
lady in anticipation Of golden harvest, COM
menced cutting up her apples, and after de-
molishing about dozen without finding what
she was in search of, she gave it up as bad
iob.-NorriStoun Herald aud Free Press.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

LETTER FROM Mr.. WEssrER.-The fol-
lowing is Mr.. Webster's reply to the letter
uf the young men of Lowell, inviting him~to
vis.: that city at his convenience:
WASHINGTON, June ls, 1851.
Gentlemcn-Few things Of the kind could
give NE more pleasure than the receipt of
your letter thank you on my own account;
and thank you, if may venture so TO say,
in behalf of1he good men Of the country, for
the warm interest which you take in support
of the Constitution and the Union. These
high concerns must very shortly devolve up
on those who are now the young men of the
country and there could be no better omen
of the:r continuance and maintenance, than
that chose young men are found to a very
great extent resolved, with firmness and Vi
gor, to uphold the glorious institutions Of their
ancestors.
do not expect. gentlemen, to he in Mas
sachusetis for any considerable number of
days, until the end ofnext month. You may
rest assured, however, that when / shall be
at home long enough TO have day for that
purpose, shall not fail TO comply with your
kind and friendly invitation.
Yours, with true regard.
DANIEL WEBSTER.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

Messrs. Coulter, Comfy, Chambers and
Meredith, having each received a major
ity of the whole number Of votes, were
declared to be duly nominated.
The Convention then proceeded to a
second ballot, which resulted as follows:
Joseph Burlington, 54
VIM. Jessup, %
James I. Hale, II
The name of Mr.. James I. Hale was
then withdrawn, and the convention pro-
ceeded to a third ballot, with the follow
ing result =
Joseph Burlington, 81
VIM. Jessup, 81
There being no choice, the Convention
adjourned until half past two o'clock.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1851-07-03

CANAL COMMISSIONERS.
G. Lawrence, E. p Markle,
r. P. McClay, VIM. Campbell,
Lord Butler, John Strohn,
Z. NJ. Lloyd, ]. Conigmacher,
John Covade,
For JUDGES OF THE SUPREME Court.
b. F. Gordon, Z. o. Parry,
Richard Coulter, ID. N. Snyser,
Joshua Comfy, John H. Walker,
John g. Miles, Thomas E. Franklin,
George Chambers, James Pollock,
W. Jessup, T. S. Bell,
J. T. Hale, John NJ. Scott,
Nat Ewing VIM. III. Meredith,
ID. II. Muvaney.
The follow resolutions were introduced and
adopted adimst much enthusiasm -
ResolUcd, That in the enactment of Rev.
enue Laws by the National Government,
fair and adequate protection to American In
dustry should be carefully afforded that
the Wing party, now as heretofore, maintains
and declars its devoted attachment to
that American system of international ex-
changes which secures to the workngman
fair wages, to the farmers remunerating pri-
ces for his productions, and to the mechanic
and manufacturer just reward for his skill,
labor, and enterprise.
ResoEUed, That the Tariff of 1916 is un-
just and unequal in its operations, and anti
American in its tendencies; that it is equal
ly destructive of the vital interests of PENN
sylyania, the prostrat;on of the iron and 9TH
er manufactures of merchandise; in the de-
preston and partial ruin of her whole opera
tives; in the consequent decrease ofrevenue
from her public works, and in parts of the
State the great decline in the value of prop
|Serty.
ResoIUed, That the Wing party has at all
times and under all circumstances faithfully
contended against that policy in our national
affairs. which fayors and protects the laborer
of other nations, at the sacrifice Of the pros
perity of our own citizens.
Resolped, That the importa ton of millions
OF dollars worth Of railroad iron, by which
our people have been robbed Of employment,
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WING STATE TICKET.

vsElc STATE TICKET.
FOR GOVERNOR:
WILLIAM F. JOHNSTON.
TOR CANAL COMMISSIONER
JOHN STROHM.
(of Lancaster.)
FOR THE SUPREME BENCH.
Richard Coulter of Westmoreland.
.EoNssua w. Comfy OF Montour.
George cha E8isers of franklin
Eptn. Nd. F5ercdiIll Of Philadelphia.
William Ic~sUp of Susqnehanna.
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AFTERNOON.

AFIERNUUN.
The Convention re-assembled at half
past two o'clock, and proceeded to a
fourth ballot for Judge of the Suprene
Court, which resulted as follows -