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The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

BRuTAL MURDER OF A SLAvE-On the 10th
instant, Charles C. Potter and John Poole, the
latter a watchman Of the Second District, New
Orleans, were arrested for the murder OF
slave named Bill. The affair occurred on the
wharf, at the foot of ST.. Louis street, where
the steamboat Ophelia was lying at that time,
and Thomas Carroll, watchman of that boat,
Witnessedths occurrence,and testified before Re-
cordsr Ramos 10 the following fucls: Deceased
in company with ano,her negro, was sitting on
The wharf short distance from the boat, play.
ing al some game, when Chas. Potter came up
and acccsted them roughly, demanding what
they were about. Bill replies in a similar spirit,
telling him TO go away and not molest them;
upon which his companion, Scipio, went Oh
board the boat, and Bill started to go way when
without any additional provocation. he was struck
and knocked down by Potter. falling into the wa
Ter between the wharf and the boat; from this
dangerous position he was rescued by deponent
and Scipio.but no sooner was he upon the wharf
lhanPoIter fellupon him again, assisted by watch
man John Poole, and he received blow which
knocsed him once more into the water, hi.
head striking The guard of the boat in falling
and probably rendered him scenseess; he sank,
and was seen no more. Poole then attacked an,
struck Scipio with weapon of some dissertation
The burial pair are charged with wilal mur
def.
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09
Hon. R. F FRoTHINeHAM, Jr., Boston,
Political RulR.

The following is the bull land he viii find it bull
in double sense) of Pope Pierce, by courtesy
styled president of the United States." 1t ap-
peared in the Washington Union, the organ of
President PIERCE on the 3oth of Octob er, the day
following the date of Mr.. Cushing's letter. 1t will
be to be identical in spirit. and almost in lam
guage with that letter, of course it is official
edicf. emanating Fl ON the President himself. The
Forest Caty Democrat thus notices it:
The article in the Union is as follows:
"a TyrannIcal Decree!.-The Storm Brew
ing!'
Here is the Washington Unions famous article
declaring Gen. Pierces resolve, written out by At
torney General Gushing and published at the Cap
o of this free nation. The cdict is applied to
Massachusetts, but meant TO cover all the north
Read it, men of ull parties, and learn how our
young Emperor would rule the Republic.
"lf any man who holds office under this admin
istraton enters into coalition with free soers,
such is described in the foregoing article, he will
be instantly, andby that we mean GEOGRAPHICALLY
treated as an enemy of the administration, and OF
the Democratic party, and promptly removed from
office.
President Pierce is determined to make his po
ston understood by oil freesoilers, and all who
form coalitions for the elevation of freesolers, and
in ,ray that cannot fail to carry cOnvction.
Treason to the national creed Will be visited with
punishment due 10 such crimes, in all cases. and
the condition of things in Massachusetts has al
ready called for action of unmistakeable char.
acter. The Baltimore platform will be preserved
aud traitors, whether they are in New York OIL
Massachusetts, no matter what their antecedents
have been, will find that the President has but
rule for his guidance.
He stands pledged TO ,eproye his own appoin
tees ifthey unfaiihful to the Baltimore creed
and he is man and President who keeps his pied
ges.
! fany Massachusetts coalition democrat has mis-
| construed the position of the President in regart
to the detection in New York, let him learr
that coalition with freesoilers is cfense which
the President Furnishes as promptly and as summa
riiy as facious opposition to the administration il
any other shape.
The democratic partyis to be cleansed horoug Oh
ly + all suspicion Of jreesOilism aJol,tionism
and the remedy will be PROMPTLY applied b,
the President
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09
Anather Lerfer-.A stir.

Judge Bronson is out with another letter. He
eonfronts Secretary Davis this time, who charg-
cd him with advocating Free Soil views in '4s
The judge denies the charge. He declares
that he has ever held one opinion on the sub
jsct of slavery, and. affifms tha. he has declin.
ed all Free.Soil association. His letter con-
cludes thus:
"On the mere constitutional question, the
opinion was expressed that Slavery could moi
exist where ii was not authorized by law; and
consequently, that if the master removed with
his slaves into Free State or Territory, the
slaves would be free. Whether thu, opinion
was well founded is question which at some
future time may be considered by our courts o.
Justice, and by their decision Is hall abide; bu,
as yet, have seen no reason to change my op
inion on the subject, and shall not invoke tht
aid of the compact of 1858 TO cover up my oil
berssy in politics"
The Washington Sentinel commenting upor
this letter, makes strong appeal 10 the South
ern Democracy 10 stand by Judge Bronson and
.'the Hards" Of the North. The Richmont
Enquirer seconds that appeal. awe will no
abandon tried friends " is the motto of boib
Really, '.the fight" grows Interesting. 1t i
coming 10 ''close quarters" We must report it
progress, Just now, ''lhe Hards'' are on tn
winning side.-B
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09
C. H. KENT, Secretary.

For the OHIO Star.
Mr.. Hall, Dear Sir: In the Star of Nov 2d ]
that Mr.. Citizen gives another of his anony
nous letters. The intended application of the text
which he quotes reminds me very mnch of Il story
which once heard of very singular fowl, one
part of its body covered with feathers, another
part with hair, another with bristIes, and another
with WOOL and it might be heard along the streets
and highw ays, il the fields, aud sometimes in the
woods. and its constant cry would be Uron, nion.
Union, but everything coming within sight of this
hideons looking creature, would fly from it
us from the face Of serpent, and then it would
quote the language of Mr.. Citizens text as though
it had achieved great victory. (The wicked fee
when no man pursueth) Mr.. Citizen said he did
not know that Mr.. Young was a preacher, but lie
seems to know that his repeated application to the
Methodist Conference for an I!inerapcy, had been
less successful than he desired. Now what Mr..
Citizen more than intimates here he either knows
it to be truth or he does not. Ifhe does not know
it TO be truth he had right to make such irti
nations. But if be knows it TO be truth, then all
have to say is, he knows more than any other
man living, without an exception. Aud that part
of community who are better informed than Mr.
Citizen on such matters will be prepared to put
proper estimate upon his remarks. But MIR. Cit
izen says, ''the question is, did certain class of
persons meet the great moral question presented
to the people of Portage County last October The
ought to said questions) it became Christians 2"
If they did not, why then they involved themsev,
es in wonderful amount ofguiIt. Now is it pos
sble that Mr.. Citizen is competent to sit in judg-
ment on the acts of Christians and pronounce sen-
tence upon them, and then dodge behind ficti-
tious signature in order to shield hmselffrom pub
| lie seusure. What Mr.. Citizen says about the in
1uence of party discipline, want of independence,
Church influence, (what ideaD misrepresenta-
tions of partisan demagogues, amounts to but very
| little with the more candid and correct thinking
part of community, many of whom are perhaps as
fully competent of deciding such questions as he
has introduced, as he is himself. Mr.. Citizen at
tributes the defeat of the temperance tick let to one
cause, others claiming equal rights with him in
these matters inclined to attribute this resul,
to different cause altogether, and if Mr. Citizen
feels disposed to make an issue upon this question
get from behind his dodging place. as he should il
| he is the he claims to be and then show his
hand fairly, he will be promptly met; but for one
will not stoop to notice any more of his palpable
nonsense. JOHN, A. YOUNG.
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

Rum's DorNes-We copy from the Green
vile Prees Of Saturday, the following parti.
eula,s OF riot which occurred in that place
on the previous day. The tax pnyers OF Mer
Ger Counly will have another bill Of costs to foot
as ths resulr of the liquor traffic:
RioT.--On Friday last, about 2 O'Clock +.
NJ, rio, occurred in front of Callen's grocery.
IN which Archibald McCann, James Alexander,
Jobn Alexander, and Frank Moran. on the one
mart, and Gallins Dickson on the other, were
the persons engaged. The four first named
we're Immediately brought before Esq. Lashe'ls'
when the following facts we're ELECTED from the
testimony of several witnesses who we're called
/, appears that dispute arose in Caiins gro
cary. between James Alexander and Dickson
relating 10 bank bill which the former mao ana
vh;ch the latter pronounced worthless. Louo
words ensued, and the "lie" was passed between
them. McCann, Moran, and John Alexander
hsinv near, came rushing uP, and McCann selz-
cd Dickson by The haii, when two OF the 9TH
ar. ;oined M'Cann, and were ba,tering Dickson
sevsrelv. when a number Of our citizens seeing
the cowardly and unequal contest, ran 10 the aid
of Dickson. Moran fourished On axe. and
would doubtless have dealt a fatal blow 10 some
one it not been speedily wrested from him.
Dickson was considerably injured.
After investigating the mailer. they were
bound over to appear a, the next Court. and, ii
default Of bail, the four first named were pack
ed off to jail to await their trial. Mr.. Dickson
10 we'll known along the line. and enjoys th'
reputation OF civil, inofensive man. McManl
and Moran are regular bul.ies. and should b
dealt with severely. John Alexander appeare
Like civil man, but was found in bad compan.
this time. McCann appeared to be about a
rough speciman Of humanity rs we have see
for some time. He was entirely opposed 10 be
ing tied before he started, but officer McCar
ney OF Georgetown, Joseph Gilmer. e. Towr
send, and q few oilers Of our borough, convir
ced him that his threats would not deter ,her
from making bin secure. The others submi
ed to tying more peaceabiy. McCann. Morar
and ono Of the Alexanders, were evidently VI
der influence Of liquor, al the time the rio, OF
CURED, We hope that those actively engage
10 the assault upon Dickson may be severel
punished. Drunkenness should not be pleo
in extenuation Of their crime; but on the col
irary, the penalty should be increased.
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09
New Millinery for the Ladies.

MRS. E. I. RICHARDSON would respectfully
invite the attention of the Ladies to her New Stock Of
Millinery Goods which she is receiving and open
ing for the Fall trade. She has splendid Satin
and Velvet Hats, and heau,ifut lot of Ribbons.
Gloves, Embroidery, Gmps, Velvet Ribbons ard
Dress Gimps, all styles Also Cloth for ladies' CoaEs
Lace and Mourning Wells, with variety of other ar
ticles She has also received her FAIL FAsHroNs for
Dresses and Cloaks, and is ready to make 10 order
She is prepared 10 clean and dress Straw and
Tuscan Bonuets III 4 neat and Fashionable shape
Please call ard examine for yourselves Shop at resi-.
dence on main street. two donrs east of Judge DAVIS
Ravenna, Oct. Is 1858. I243 Sm
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attorney eGemefak CuSnsDS'S RIetteF.
The following letter will be read with amaze
ment. 1t is infamous in observation-disclosures in
aim. Yet it has the sanction, and may be regard
ed as the voice of the President. The Democrat
c party has noasted ofits regard for STATE Rights,
and has professed itself opposed TO central
of power in the National Government, but here is
alarming step towards Capitalization and an ln-
famous, unbushing and despotic interference with
State Rights the local interests of State, and an
undsguised effort TO tyranize over the opinions
of men-to crush them unless they pliantly yield
to the Executive.
We are glad to perceive that the late atrocious
acts of the Administration serving to arouse
the public mind to sense of danger in view Of
such pretensions. Alarm and contempt are
mingled with the severe condemnations which
come up from every quarter, against the unprinci-
pled Franklin Pierce and his baser minions. But
read the following letter:
WAsHrNeroN, Oct. 90, 1853.
DEAR SIR:-I perceive that in several Coun-
ties in Massachusetts Coalition Senatorial tickets
have been formed of associated Democrats and
Free Soilers. My judgment is that the demo-
N0N~
worse than to commit fatal error. They have
abandoned a principle which is fundamental
To support OR vote for the Free Soilers of Mass
achusetts, is to give countenance and power to
persons engaged avowedly in the presistant agita-
tion of the Slavery question, and therefore hostile
in the highest degree to the determined policy OF
the Administration. The President entertains
immovable convictions on this point, as have had
occasion to express to you heretofore and all of
whom he has called to the public service here,
most heartily and zealously sustain his views on
the subject as being the only ones consistent with
personal honor. the success with the Democratic
party, the general welfare Of the country. the in
teg,ity the Constitution, or the permanency o
this Union. If there be any purpose more fixed
than another in the mind of the President and
those with whom he is accustomed to consult, il
is that the dangerous element of Abolitionisnl,
der whatever guise or form it may present itself
shall be crushed out, SO far as his administration il
concerned. This the President declared in biz
| naugural-this he has declared ever since, at al
times, and in all places when he had occasion Il
speak on the subject.
depend upon it, no matter what consequence
may impend over him, he will never allow it to bt
shaken by aboitonism or factionsts; but will Sc
his face like flint well against right
backsidings against t-handed defections who
may prejudice or embarrass the onward prosres
of the Republic.
Il remain very truly yours.
C. CUSHING.
Hon. R. FRoTHINeHAM, Jr., Boston,"
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

Late Foreign News---vFar Certain.
The Africa arrived at New York on the 4th inst.
bringing Liverpool dates to the 22nd ult. The
bloody strife between Turkey and Russia was ex-
pected to commence on the 25th uit. Both ar
mics were making active preparations for the con-
fici. The European Powers were silently but
effectively putting themselves in readiness to NEE
q general WAR.
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09
ROOES AND sKOGS

FENHE Subscriber having in his employ a
u greater number ofmen than heretofore is prepar-
ed to furnish every variety of work in his line.
Gentlemen's French and common calf Boots, OF the
be kept hand and made to order. Also X ip and
S,ga Boots Ladies work of every description.
ing enameled Caters, DO. Buskns do. Bootees made
in the latest style and of the best material and work
manship. Three doors south of the Court House.
MOSES BEANS.
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09
MAP OF RAYENlNA.

NH R. John Bevan, Civil Engineer and City
I'VE Surveyor proposes the Citiz ems of Ravenna,
make Survey of all the town within the corporate
limits, and 10 publish map of the same, showing all
lots buildings etc., with the of subscribers upon
their respective properties Also business reference
or list of subscribers names with their business pro-
fession, attached to the margin of the map.
Price $500 per copy providing sufficient number of
subscribers ba obtained, justify the undertaking.
the map 10 be paid for on delivery.
1914 If GEORGE HARRISON, Agent,
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PARLOR FURNITURE.

A 1t. persons wan'ing par!or furniture at
"A tria;pn advance from cost, invited to call at
the war rooms of Griffin II Bostwick opposite the Uni
yersat Church Ravenna, any time betw this date
and the Goth of this month
Our Fall purchase was designed for new ware
room in the brick block, but that will be ready
some time yet and work is arriving faster than
store it without considerable trouble and expense we
choose sell part oft at discount five it i'm
GRIFFIN BOSTWICK.
Raveuna, Nov. J. 1865 1914
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REMOVAL.

V. HORR has removed TO his new and spacious
N Stere directly opposite his old location Eve
miles north of the City OF Ravennu, where he has on
hand large stock of Fall aud Winter Goods He in
receiving additional supplies by express snd otherwise
daily. The Old Motto. large sales, small profits and
one price 10 all w'll be strictly adhered to.
He respectfully tenders his thanks to his customers
and friends for the liberal patronage which he has re-
oeived, and hopes TO merit continuance Of th,ir "a.
Al! sre invited To call
Shasr.ylle. OGt. S4ih l5sS lsaa
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

The Business Committee did not report. The
meeting then adjourned till 6i O'Clock.
EVENING MEET,Na.-6a o'clock Alliance re-
assembled, and was called TO order by the Prssi
denr. and opened with prayer by the Rev. w. Burr
of Ravenna. Miss Wright then took the stand.
and for an hour or more held the audience spell
bound with her powerful eloquence and affecting
appeals.
o. P. BROWN, President.
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09
PEOPLES Ticket.

There is great enthusiasm in Wisconsin II in be-
half of Peoples State Ticket. Wings and Free
Sellers are ardent for it, and great numbers of
Democrats. Booihe, the able editor ofthe Milwau
ks free sod paper says union and energy will en-
sure success.
We hail this peoples movement in Wisconsin
with great satisfaction. Success, abundant success
TO it.
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

Secretary has appropriately said OF The disouf-
sions and the speaking. Suffice it to say, the best
and most encouraging spirit animated the meet
ings, and the addresses of Miss Wright proved her
to be faithful, able and eloquent champion of the
cause.
The eighteen hundred liberal men, and over. in
Portage County. so appropriately alluded to in the
resolutions, trust will not only continue to act
together u the good cause. but that they will at
tract to themselves sufficient force to carry the
County, and wipe from its fair name the foul
plague spot of rum
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09
SHADE IREES

FENHE Subscriber has a large Nursery Of
u beautiful. and thrifty young treez, of all sorts
and sizes, including while and black Ash Hard and
Soft. silver leaf Maple, white and slippery Elms. To-
gether with Oak, Whltewood Walnut, Chesnut, Flick
ory, Beech, BoIwood Butlefnut. &c. The subscriber
will supply demand for any of these, noble native
trees at moderate compensation. r. H. CLARK.
Rootstown, Nov 9, '53. 1915 3w
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

The Wisconsin Methodist Conference have
resolved to reqnes, the next general Conference
to specify an early day when Slave holders in
that church shall either free their slaves, or be
sxcemmunicated
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

The work is now progressing bravey on this
important road, The Company have at their
command, we understand, ample means TO com.
plele the work they have commenced; and they
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

G We learn by the Cleveland papers that our
truhfu friend "JEFFRIEs of the Sentinel" has
again been in that city. Ofcourse his i-chick-
ems will soou be home to roost!
The Ohio star. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1830-1854, 1853-11-09

VERMoNr-John S. Robinson, Hunker Dem
ocrat, has been elected Governor Kidder, +. ).
has been elected Lieutenant Governor. Page
F. S. Treasurer
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G.. F. Green & Go.
MANUFACTURERS OF MELODEONS.
RAVENNA, OHIO.

NN E wish 10 call the attention OF ull. who
w would like to purchase good instrument with
out paying second profit call and examine the fol-
lowing instruments, OF which an assortment Will be
kept hand ifpossible They in size from 81 to
L. a. 5, and 81 ocraves Prices $40 SIS, SIS, $50,
$50. 500 The 81 4. and A octaves, are made on
pillar presenting centre side table The D and
81 ocaves in piano form. The octaves piano
got up in the style and Size and are nm
ished good for $780, those that are sold by pedars
ana at Music stores for 500.
All the above Instruments are waraanied good, and
will be kept in repair Tree of charge, In regard 10
sweetness oftone, quckness of touch power and ease
blowing they stand unrivaed by any, ped!ars decara
tions,ro the contrary notwithstanding. Please call and
examine for yourselves before purchasing elsewhere.
64'All kines of instruments repaired at low price
and in good style. Satisfaction given no pay.
Shop in L;ttle's Block.
,GF. GREEN.
1914 1y AUREN STOW.
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ShalersIiHe Insiiinta.

YENHiS School will commence its Winter
H. Term on Monday, Nox. ssth, under the
Mr. J: K. PICKETT, SUPERINTENDENT.
Miss S. o. p lCKETT, Sup Ladies' Denarfnent
Mrs. a. c. PICKETT, Teacher Of Instrumental Mu-
Sic - ~ -
shaiersvi!Ie Nov 6, 1859. 1915 au
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Halls Beck Store.
NEW BOOKS, SCHOOL BOOKS AND STATIONERY.

UUIIUUH UUUAS
MUST received for !he Pail and Winter
0B trade. Among miscellaneous works may be
found the following
The Mysterious Parchment. Satanic License.
Muplesn. or More Work for the Maine Law
Isaac Il, Hopper true Life, by l.. Marin Child.
The Second War with England, by J. I. Headley
Father Brigh' Hopes-Hearis and Faces-Ilodd's
Lectures to Young Men--Successul Merchant-Nil!nge
Observation-Disclosures tales by s Arthur. For the in
strueliun and entertainment the htle folks, our a.
so5tment is complete.
fered for safe cheap
Standard, Historical Biographical and Poeticai
works just received.
s,ationery-Lelcr Paper PLAIN and gilt, Bath, Paris
superine la!d and commercial.
Foolscap n good stock Bill Counting House. and
Legal Cap.
Envelopes all sizes and kinds!
Maynard Sx Noyes Ink the best that's now made
Waters Letter Stamps Paper Holders, lnkEtands,
Fobers' Pencils some beautiful ivory tops &c.
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CHOICE BLooDnn CanT~ i,

FENHE Subscriber has on hald for snls fo,tv
II head of Booded Cattle most of whom were n,'r
chased in the Stale of Kentucky consisiff Of s>,.
and Heifers, from one to three wears old Bulls ana
choice lot Calves of various ages and deserplions
which he will sell at cheaper rates than the same aualt
and grade of Cattle be purchased elsewhere IN ~
State, ns he is determined to sell out.
Those wishing to make good selection will do Vol,
to call soon. FREDERICK BROWN
Hudson. o., Oct. D. 1853 l245 9w
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Attorney General Cushing's Letter.

The proceedings of the Ladies' Alliance unluckiy
reached US too late for insertion this week.
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The first named, in each table, is Old Line
Democratic, the second, Wing, the third, Free
SuiI.
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