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ReSolued, That the Fugitive Law enacted by
the Congress lately expired, eontravenlng these
principles, is unjust, unconstitutional, IN dero'
CATION of the fundamental maXims OF the Gov
eminent, and ought to be speedily and forever
repealed.
The question being taken, the resolves were
unanimously and enthusiastically adopted. Mr.
Rantoul was then proposed as the Democratic
candidate for Congress. The motion was unan-
imously adopted, and amid cheering,the conven-
ton dissolved.
We regret that Mr.. Rantoul's speech comes
to us so late that we are unable to give any
lengthy extracts. We quote a couple of para
graphs;
But we are told that these are measures of
conciliation-measures of peace. Enforce this
law, and we shall have peace and quiet, 1t is
said. How! Is one, third of the white people
Of the United States to dictate to the other two
thirds, and call their submission peace? l ad-
init that these slave interests may set one part OF
the country against the other. 1t may so hap
pen that difficulties will take place i'll either
case. But is it not just as likely to cause diff
Guilty when two thirds Of the whole people of the
country are irrltated Applause. see no
way of getting out Of the difficulty so straight,
forward, so sure of its results, as it would be, II
practicable, to 90 back to the old Democratic
principle, and say the U. S.. Government have
nothing to do with this matter. Cheering.
1t Is laid down here in this Constitution that
no man shall be deprived of his life, liberty or
property without due process of law. Now, |
take it, if you seize a colorcd land you may
seize quite a white woman under this law all
Prescriptions are in favor Of liberty. 1t is a
maxim older than Christianity itselt-a maxim
older than ancient Rome itself,-before Jesus
Christ himself was born-the maxim OF the
Christian religion all the world over-a maxim
of the civil law of Europe, and has been by de-
grecs made the present perfect systen,-and
one of the noblest systems ever invented. 1t is
the maxim of the old English law-it is the
maxim of the world, except the slaveholding
states of this Union. [Great applause. 1t IS
then to he presumed that a man is free, until
tile contrary is proven. That presumption arises
from the fact that he is made a man. Zap
pIause. The image of God stamped upon him
certihes him to be free. And when all Roman,
aye, European, Asiatic and American wisdom has
decided that every human being is a free man
until the contrary is established, then | say it is
a law of human nature. | will not agree to any
notion of temporary expediency, and shall never
bow down to the abominable and detestable
doctrine which shall make him q slave! [GreNt
applause,
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

FESTIVAL TO II Hon. Mr.. CoBB.-A
complimentary dinner to the Hon. Howell
Cobb, late Speaker of the U. S. House of
Representatives took place at Macon, Geo,
on Saturday week, at which Mr.. COBB de-
Iivered an elaborate speech on the subject
of the compromise, the Union and the dis
union agitation. He took his position
among the Union party of Georgia, exclu-
sive of ali other party distinctions, Wing or
Democratic, and commended that, unless the
next President be a Compromise man, and
elected by the concurrence of the Georgia
Union party, the Union could not survive.
We make the following extract from the
report of his remarks in the Macon Mes.
senger
at has been contendcd by some that the
Union organization would prove a failure.
because it would be impossible for Wings
or Democrats to c%oalesce upon simply a
Union platform. He thought this an error.
The great Union princirle was as deep,
as broad, as eternal as the Union itself. 1t
embraced all other issues. 1t involved the
very existence of republican Institutions.
1t was a singular fact, developed by the
records of the last Congress, that upon all
the old Wing and Democratic issues our
delegation presented an undivided front,
aud voted as one man. The difference in
upon these questions had been
narrowed down, by circumstances,
and could easily be accommodated. 1t was
folIv 10 fret about such minor ouestions
while the Union itself was in danger.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

ANOTHER observation-disclosures
Fillmore g. Co.'S Proclamation has now a
twin brother from Austria, and from a sim
liar source. viz. Baron Haynau. Read
and compare.
Gentlemen,-I have summoned you here
to tell you | have been commissioned by his
royal highness to crush under foot that
pernicious gang that threatens the welfare
of the State. Sirs, the question is, who is
to rule! This God abandoned, Goddess,
pernicious gang, or the government which
God has set up-we shall soon decide this
question in CasseI, and all thrones in Europe
look here and upon us, upon this little army.
| ask not if you will obey-'tis not for that
| have called you together-you must obey
for he who obeys not shall have his soldier
coat pulled off his back and have a blouse
put on him. 1t is nothing to you whether
the orders given you, sirs, arc constitution
al or moi. His royal %highness has sworn to
the constitution, and | have full powers
from him. | am the constitution for you,
sirs-if any of you prefer the smile of that
gang, or the brand of traitors to the favor
of the prince, whom God has set up, | will
pull the coat off his back and put a blouse
on him. Gentlemen, your servant.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

The INTERNATIONAL for April is really a very
Interestingly valuable number, full oforiginal and
selected miscellany of a high order, and accom-
panied with many good illustrations, among
which is nm engraved likeness Of Cooper the
noyelest--Powers' statue of Calhoun-and of
Nell Gwynne, the fascinating actress Of the
times of Charles II.
Mr.. Griswold's critique and literary history of
Cooper, we think is very fair and mainly cor
rect but after Mr.. G. has been in the woods as
much as we have been, he will see that Mr..
Cooper owes his celebrity less to his truthful.
ness to nature than the power of his genius.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

FILLMORE ANT MHToN CLARK. AT the
Mass Meeting at Burlington last week, Milton
Clark stated that when he escaped from slavery
INTO the free States, he was soon supplied by
friends with letters to different persons to help
him on his way %nortbward, and among them was
one to Millard Fillmore, who seemed rejoiced
at his escape, harbored him, gave him money,
and helped him on his performing in fact,
the very acts which he says now shall be visited
with cOndign punishment! We have one advan-
tage in dealing with these arch-tlaitors. Out
of their own mouths we can condemn them.
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A new Champion in the Ranks Of
Freedom.

Hon. ROBERT RANTouL, who was elected
U. S. Senator for the Short term in Massachu-
eetts by the united votes of the Frecsoilers and
Democrats, as one belonging exclusively to the
latter, and who was claimed by the Hunkcr pa
pers as a supporter to the compromise, last week
attended a great mass meeting, called at his
own suggestion. Mt Lynn, where, he having been
spoken Of as a Democratic candidate for Con
greSs, he wished to make known his views on
the slavery question. The meeting was a larro
and spirited one, and Mr.. Rantoul, who is among
the ablost of our New England lawyers, made a
long and very able speech against the fugitive
slave law, taking the most decided ground
against the compromise and dissecting the slave
law, limb by limb, till that odious enactment
was utterly demolished under his hands. Not
having room at present for the whole speech, we
take the following analysis of it, with the reso-
lutions he presented on the subject, and an ex-
tract, from the LoweU american.
Mr.. Rantoul, in general, took the Democratic
or State Rights view of the Constitution. as dis
tinguished from the federal view. lie went for
strict construction Of that instrument, and he
proceeded in a long argument to show that the
constitutional provision referred to 10 sustain
that law is addressed entirely to the States. He
quoted Mr.. Webster, who, in his 9TH of March
speech, held the same doctrine. The U, s.
Supreme Court hold contrary doctrine. Mr..
Rantoul takes up the law, and shows that, even
if Congress had power to pass it, its provisions
are grossly at variance with the Constitution
Heconcluded by reading the following resolves,
which contained his views on the subject. They
are admirably expressed
ReSolUed. That the Constitution of the United
States has not conferred upon Congress the
power 10 enact any law authorizing officers of
the United States to determine the slavery or
freedom Of persons found within the territory of
any State wherein they are found, to be held as
slaves in another State.
ReSoved, That no person in any State of this
Union can be lawfully deprived of his liberty
without due process Of law which process in
case of an alleged fugitive from service, is a
suit at common law wherein the fact, whether
said fugitive was lawfully held to service, in The
State from which he is alleged to have escaped
shall be determined by a trial by jury.
RoSoLUed, That slch trial by jury should pre-.
cede the delivery into the hands of the party
claiming him, Of such alleged fugitive, endshould
be had in the vicinity where the said alleged
fugitive is found.
ReSotUed, That in the determination Of the
question OF liberty, all presumptlons of law and
'ast are, and ought TO be, in favor of liberty,
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

ference, of spectral whiteness, and smooth as
polished marble.
In the third room we found considerable
quantities of iron and lead, together with a KIND
Of ore resembling silver.
Not to weary your readers with further Details
we pursued our way about a quarter of a mile
passing through no less than nine apartments
until we found ourselves upon the BRINK OF a
precipice. On throwing down a large stone, a
faint splash was returned after an Interval OF
several seconds, from which we inferred the eX-
istence of a pond of water at the bottom of the
abyss.
The exploration of the cavern has been pur-
sued no farther. The whole, as far as our ez-
animation extended, ard with the exception OF
the water just mentioned, is perfectly dry.
Yours, J. C. D.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

WI LEARN that a Mr.. HILLS, of Waterbury,
committed suicide on Thursday last, by hang,
ing himself from the beams of his barn. Mr..
II, was a man about sixty years of age, and was,
we understand, of Incorporate habits. 1t is
supposed that he perpctrated this last act Of
rashness and folly while in a fit of passion, arts
ing out of some difficulty which had sprung up
between himself and son.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

mirror CLARK is now raising money by VOL
untary subscriptions to buy his freedom. He
at first opposed this, but by the advice of his
friends and the Freesoil leaders in Massachu-
sets, who want him at that important post, he
has consented, and has already raised about half
the required sum in the Western part of the
State. Let the whole sun be raised, and the
master take, if he will, his price OF flesh and
blood, which, let him remember, will be but
coined damnation in his pocket.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

The New SENATOR OF New York, The
Republic, Fillmore g. Webster's organ at Wash
ington has surprised every body by rejoicing
over the election of Hamilton Fish, who has
been understood to be a Freesoil Wing of the
Seward stamp. What does it mean? Has
Fish been bought up, or does Fillmore begin to
fear he has gone a step or two too far in his pro.
slavery career? The fact is not without its
significance one way or the other. We shall
see.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

u Our subscribers, agents and advertising
patrons are reminded that a little more money
these days, would be very acceptable. The
first three months of the year are already gone
and not over one fifth OF the subscriptions on
the present volume have been paid in. We are
willing TO wear nm old coat, we are willing to
live on a crust, but not willing to borrow money
to pay the paper maker.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

RHODE ISLAND ELECTIoN.-The election in
Rhode Island has resulted in a change in favor
of the Democrats. Phillip Allen, Democrat, is
elected Governor by 600 majority. Geo. G.
King, Wing, and B. B. Thurston, Democrat,
are elected to Congress. In the Senate 10
Wings and IA Democrats are elected. In the
House IS Wings and 81 Democrats. The 1t.
Governor, Secretary of State, and Treasurer,
are all Democrats.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

The N. O. Delta, Of the 18th inst, SAYS
that a project is on foot in that city to plr.
chase a lot on which to erect a house suit
able for a depository, in which it is propos-
ed at all times to keep a supply of Bibles
and Festaments, to be either sold or dis.
trlbuted gratuously to the inhabitants orthe
whole Southwestern country. The enter
PRISE is IN the hands of the South western
Bible Society at New Orleans.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

MASSACHUSETTS, E~LEcTIoN.-Still no choice
of Senator, and election postponed three weeks
1t is better, we think, that this question should
again go to the people to be decided at the next
Fall elections.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

The sword worn by Napoleon at Maren-
go has been bought by the Gar for $4,000
roubles. (32 ,O0O.) The buyer has already
a large collection of relics Of the great
soldier.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1851-04-10

The orthodox length of "A sermon at the
Royal Chapel of Queen Victoria is twenty
minutes.
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vice. He visited the house, and, upon examna-
ton, declared himself unable to decide whether
death had actually taken place or not The peo-
pie, however. determined to place the body in
vault, and to keep watches by it until assured Of
the commencement Of decomposition.
CRImsAL CouaT-The case Of John T. Davis us
George w. Hughes, which commenced on
Wednesday. was continued yesterday. AS has al
ready been. suited, the plaintiff, who private
in Captain Dcggess company. (attached to the Dis
trict Of Columbia and Maryland regiment,) seeks
to obtain damages for alleged assault and bat
terry, committed upon him (by whipping) at the
instance Of Colonel Hughes, who, during the Mexi-
war, in addition to his other duties, was acting
civil and military governor of the departments
Jalapa.
MIR. Bradley, of counsel for the defence, pro-
posed to produce evidence to show the noto-
riousy bad character Of the plaintiff, and that,
while he continued in the service, he was habitual-
ly drunk to excess was quarrelsome and turbulent,
a yolator of the public peace and decency, setting
at defiance all law and discipline. and was held by
the regiment the worst man in it.
This evidence was attempted to be offered, with
view of reducing and mitigating the damages,
but objection made by the counsel TOR the plain
tiff; in which the court conceded.
Mr.. Davidge, for the defence, contended that, az
the suit was brought to recover actual as well az
exemplary vindicatory damages, they had
right to show that the plaintiff was ga reeking mass
Of moral putrefaction," and therefore had char
acter to lose.
Mr.. Bradley followed on the same side, when
The Court were understood to say they could not
change the well-settled principles Of law 80 as to
admit proof Of character in Of this kind-an
ordinary one Of assault and battery.
Further proceedings took place, during which
the counsel for the defence commended that the plain
tiff had been justly punished for an infamous of.
fence.
Discussion ensued on points of law as to the ad-
mission of certain evidence, which was not con-
cluded when, at four o'clock, the court adjourned.
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MONEY AND STOCK MARKET.
WAsHINGroN. April e5, l,

WAsHINGToN, April 25, 1851.
The amount of awards made by tho Board of
Commissioners on claims against Mexico does not
exceed two millions and quarter, as has been
enormously stated in some of the northern papers
The shipments of silver to Europe continue, which
prevents the money market being as easy as it was
during the last summer months. Money can
readily be obtained upon good securities at 6 per
cent. The specie received per steamer Asia is in
doubloons, and intended for Havana. The orders
from Europe for Government and State stocks
cause them to maintain their prices, while their
places in our market are supplied with railroad
and other internal improvement bonds. On the
fret day of the opening Of the Government assay
Office in California, over 100000 in gold dust
was deposited. Land warrants remain scarce.
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HOUSE LINENS.-The following descriptions
IL of House Linens have just been received at the
store Of the subscribers, which, with the stock on
hand before their arrival, makes our assortment,
think, the most complete and extensive ever
before offered for sale in the District:
% pieces heavy Russia Sheetings, in widths
from l0-4 to 1874; the 1874 width il extra su-
pcrior
case Pillow and Bolster Case Linens all
widths
l case English Long-c cloth Cotton do. This
article is also superior for clothing, and
wears better than the domestic, and IL sold
quite reasonable.
The following styles of Towelling have also just
been received, and never heretofore offered for sale
in this city:
Double Satin Damask, "a and 5.ls wide, in
dozens and in the piece
Albert and Bloom Towolling both English
make, very thick and soft
And two bales Russia Crash.
Also, n general assortment fhcavy Linen Drug
get, for orumb cloths, and for protecting carpets
from the wear and tear Of dancing, in widths l0.4
to 1914 wide. all new and beautiful patterns; and
Step Druggets, in heavy linen damask, all at very
reduced prices CLAGErT x DODSON.
April 24-eo3tif
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Photographic.


Latter from Mr.. Wsbster-Fres soiisrs.
Bosros, April Pa letter from the Hon. Daniel
Webster, in reply to an invitation TO speak at Fa
neul Hail. was read before the council last night.
II expresses his thanks for proceedings honora-
bio TO him, and hopes during his stay 70 have OPP
portunity Of calling on members personally to ex-
press his regards. There were members enter
tanning different political opinions from mis-, which
made him more anxious TO signify in emphatic
manner his sense OF their kindness and courtesy.
He will not have the pleasure just now Of comply
ing with their invitation. What be had done in
behalf Of the Union not done in q corner,
nor would he do what remained TO be done in that
manner. He will not enter Faneuil Hall till it's
doors opened TO all citizens, of all parties, who
friendly to union and liberty. Men looking
round on the faces Of the patriots adjoining these
sacred walls inhale appropriate inspiration, and
stand upright in heart and mind, conscious that
they are Americans and patriots, not unworthy to
follow in the footsteps Of their iilustrious FORE
fathers. aa8
He concludes by signifying his intention Of
speaking once more in the cradle Of American lib
erty, if his life and health DO spared.
The Free soilers are greatly rejoicing at the
election of Sumner. Cannons were fired, and bon
fires lighted. and towns illuminated.
Henry Wilson made speech last night de-
nouncing the Compromise, and advising the Free
sellers to vote for Rantoul for Congress.
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0J- For Sale, Mt the StOre-rOoms or the La
dies Union Benevolent and Employment Society,
on Seventh street. next to the Odd Fcllows Hail. and
on Capitol Hill, Of and First streets, east
and south, variety of clothing suitable to the
son, comprising garments for the aboring classes
and children. As these articles the work of the
industrious poor, the Society invite all who are in
want of this description Of clothing to patronize
these establishments, and, very small profit
the work is added, the prices will necessarily be
moderate.
Families requiring such work to be done will
benefit the poor by scnding it to the Societys rooms
to be made up.
To accommodate families, an Intelligence Office
has been opened at the store Seventh street.
where those in want of servants may be supplied by
paying small fee.
By order Of the Board of Managers
All the papers Of the city requested to publish
this notice as often convenient.
April Is
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ITO THE NEWSPAPER AND PERIODI-

ITO THE NEWSPAPER AND PERIODI-
i CAL PRESs.-A gentleman of temperate
and laborious habits, and much experience as an
editor who has received very thorough classical
education, and translates with perfect ease the
French. Spanish, and Portuguese languages, il de-
periodical publication. He believes in the power
Of the General Government TO promote and "regu-
late commerce with foreign countries, and among
the several States, by the improvement OF the riv
ers and harbors of our country; deems it the duty
of Congress TO cherish American industry, by the
imposition Of protective duties; and is a decided
friend Of the late Compromise measures. and of tho
UNION as it exists under the Constitution, than
which he recognises "higher laws" of politi-
cal character. The salary required will be mode
rate. Communications addressed to D. IL. f.,
Washington, will receive prompt attention.
Arr l6-law3wif
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NJOTTCE.--All persons interested in the annual
IN assessment Of taxable property in the city of
Washington for the year 1851 arc hereby informed
that the Board Of Appeal will be in session in the
Assessors room, basement story City Hall, on Fri.
day, the llth instant. from a. m. to p. m, and
will continue from day to day, Sunday excepted,
during the same hours, for the purpose Of hearing
and deciding upon appeals until the 26th instant,
inclusive. T. f. HARDNESS,
Secretary of the Board Of Assessors
April ll-eot26
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MARRIED.,

On Tuesday, the 22d instant, at st. Matthew's
church, by the Rev. JAMES B. DonELAN, Mr.. JAS.
c. ESLIN. OF Washington county, d. c., to Miss
HARRIET E. LANHAM, of Prince Georges
county, Maryland.
In Baltimore, on the 22d instant, by the Rev.
Mr.. Benny, DR.. LOUIS MACKALL, jr., to Miss
MARGARET w. McVEAN, all of Georgetown,
DC.
On the 9th instant, by the Rev LEVI MONROE,
MIR. WILLIAM w. BROWN, of Sacramento,
California, to Miss ADELAIDE ROBY, OF Prince
Georges county, Maryland.
On the 9Th instant, BY the Rev. Mr.. HAMMOND,
Mr.. GEORGE w. BRADY to Miss SARAH ANN
PHELPS, of Marlboro district Maryland.
On the 9th instant, Mr.. EDWARD H. LUSBY
to Miss LORENA ANN TAYLOR, of Prince
Georges county, Maryland.
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lco.rr.rosDssos OF rHs arpusLlo.I
BALrrmoar. Anril as.

The remains OF the Archbishop. lying in state at
his late residence, visited by vast crowds Of
people. His obseques will be q most imposing
pageant. l sY asi W ios
The election Of Sumner United States Senator
from Massachusetts excitcs a general feeling Of
classification and disappointment throughout our
city.
Sales to-day Of !. 400 bbls susquehanna -four at
81 62t; Howard street and City Mills remain IN
a lis cents; white and yellow corn So a "a cent?;
oats 40 43 cents; provisions unchanged; whis-
Ky - IS cents.
At the Stock Board TO day, Maryland 6's closed
at 1881 bid, l04k asked Baltimore SIS, 1890. 1861
bid, 1869 asked; Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Bonds, 81, 50 bid, 93k asked do. shares, III bid.
ISL asked York and Cumberland, 23s bid, 23s
asked; Baltimore and Susquehanna, 80 bid, 40
asked.