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which we assall the existing Slave Act--was
driven from IN a efats.fn hnok

which we assail the existing Slave Act--was
| driven from the statute book
! But sir, the Stamp Act was, at most, an in
fringefnent Of ciVI liberty only, not of persoa-
| al liberty. 1t touched questions of property
only, but not thepersonal liberty of any man.
| Under il no freeman could be siezed AS
slave. There was an unjust tax Of few
pence, with the chances of enforcement by
single judge, without jury; but by this stat
ute no person could be deprived of that vital
right of all, which is to other rights as the
soul to the body--the right of a MAJ. TO him
self AS liberty is more than property, as
man is above the beasts that perish, as Heaven
Is higher than earth, 80 are the rights as
sailed by an American Congress- above those
once assailed by the British Parliament; and
Just IN this proportion must be our condemna-
ton Of the Slave Act BY the side of the
Stamp Act. And this will yet be declared BY
history.
| call upon you, then, to receive the memo
rial, and hearken to its prayer. All other
memorials asking for changes in existing leg
islation are treated with respect, promptly re-
fered, and acted upon. This should not be
an exception The memorial simply asks the
repeal of an obnoxious statute, which is en-
tirely within the competency of Congress-
1t proceeds from a1arge number of respectable
~~N5S
tached. 1t is brief, and respectful in form
and, in its very brevity, shows that spirit of
freedom which should awaken generous re-
spouse. In refusing to receive it, or refer it,
according to the usage of the Senate, or in
treating it with any indignity, you offer an
attront, not only to these numerous petitioners,
but also to the great right of petition, which
is here never more sacred than when exer-
cised, in behalf Of freedom, against an obnox-
ious statute. Permit me to add, that by this
course you provoke the very spirit which you
would reprcss. There is a certain plant which
is said to grow when trodden upon. 1t re-
mains to be seen if the Boston petitioners
have not something of this quality. But this
know, sir, that the Slave Act, like vice, is
OF so hideous mein, that .so be hated neeis
only to be SEEM and the occurrences of this
day will make it visible and palpable to the
people, IN new forms of injustice.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

Washington, July 1.
SENATE .-Mr Summer presented a memo
rial from 6S4 men of Massachusetts,, PRAYING
for repeal of1he Fugitive Slave law. He
gave notice that he would on Monday ask
leave to introduce bill to repeal that act
Mr.. Rockwell presented petition from
Lowell, Massachusetts, praying that military
officers be not employed as superintendent of
national armories.
Mr.. Adams introduced bill to establish a
department OF law to prescribe certain duties
Of the auditors and comptrollers THE treasu-
~, and for other purposes. The bill establish
es law department, of which the Attorney
General shall be superior officer.
Mr.. Bright reported back the Texas credi-
tors bill, with substitute therefor. This
substitute divides pro rata IS 800, 900 among
those creditors declared to be entitled to the
same by the opinion OF the Attorney General
The bill reported by Mr.. Clayton some DAYS
since, to prevent the transfer of American
owned vessels TO be employed in the African
slave trsde. was taSeh up, aad several verbal
amendments we're agreed to.
The bill was then postponed til Wednes-
day
Mr. Gwia reported from the conference on
adjournment. u favor OF adjonrning On the
ath Gay Of august, and the report was
A4gflbc4-
MI. Dodge reported back the House BIZ TO
establish Ihe Offices Of Surveyor General Of
New Mexico. Kansas and Nebraska. 10 grant
donations OF land 10 actual settlers therein,
and for other purposes, and the same WIS
passed.
HoUsE.-Mr Orr, from the committee Of
conference On the adjournment resulutlon, re-
ported That they mad agreed TO recommend
Friday, 4th OF August, al uoon. as the day Of
adjournment. lie said the committee had
come to TINS recommendation after q long
conference, and moved the previous question
upon Il.
Mir. Jones, Of Tenn, moved to lay the re-
port ON tine table, hoping 1t would be mailed
there. (Ories Of good, good.)
MIR. Florenee-So do l, with all my soul
Mr.. Jones motion was disagreed to-5D to
ia.
The report was adopted BY ia against 81.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

SINGULAR CAsE.-We learn from gentle
man this morning, very singular case of
what was supposed to be hydrophobia, which
occurred in Little York, in this county. A
married man, Owe could not learn his name,)
resident Of the place specified, was bitten, a
short time ago, by a large mad dog. The
wound, being slight, was not considered
worthy of particular notice, and it soon healed
up and the circumstance was forgotten. A few
days ago while in the room with his wife, he
felt rather strangely, and seemed inclined to
bite and CRATE his teeth with all the power he
possessed lie asked his wife to hand him
piece Of sole leather, which being complied
with, he bit it through in several places, and
continued biting until it was chewed to pieces.
lie then requested her to hand him chip,
which he also tore into splinters with his teeth.
AT this point he was seized with very strange
and wild sensations, and he told his wife she
had better leave the room, as he was fearful
ne might commit some personal Violence
She did SO Immediately, and locked the door.
He, tried to get out but finding the door
locked, went to the window, which was in
the second or third story of the house. and
jumped out, perfectly crazy and raving, as is
supposed, with hydrphobia He ran several
miles before he was overtaken, screaming and
crying with the most intense agony, He was
finally secured and brought back, and is now
under the medical care of DR.. LeFevre. At
times he is perfectly rational, when he refuses
to be tied. When the strange feelings come
upon him he gives notice, and is prop
erly secured. This is certainly very strange
case.-Dayto7 Empire, June "a.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

CoNNEorIcuT.-1he Legislature of Connec-
ticut have passed bill to incorporate the
Hazard Powder Company, with capital of
$4,000, and liberty to increase it to $780,,
900. A bill passed both Houses restricting
Banks from paying more than four per cent.
interest on deposits. Gov. Dutton has vetoed
the bill prohibiting Banks from taking more
than six per cent. on their loans, or loaning
more than Is per cent. of their capital out of
the State. In the House, resolution was
passed, granting $4,000 for monument to
Putnam, to be erected in Brooklyn, provided
an equal amount be raised by subscription
The rerort Of the Committee against abolish
ing the flee banking system, without further
trial. was adopted. Resolutions were passed
to increase the capital stock of the Thames
Bank of Norwich $500, 900, and of the Fair
field County Bank 100000. Also resolu-
ton allowing the New Haven and New Lon
don Railroad Company to issue 100000 in
10 per cent bonds.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

CoMMERcIAL STATISTICS OF NEW YORK.
The commercial transactions at the Custom
House at this port for the past year, show a
large increase both in imports and exports
over 1858. The aggregate imports shows in
round numbers $l9l 900, 900, against $685.
100000 in 1858. At the head of the list
stands dry goods, amounting to over 93,O0o,-
900, against $40, 900, 900 the previous year
Next in the list of imports stands sugar,
amounting to $S,500,O00; tea, near $780,
000 coffee, $4,250.O OO railroad iron, S4,-
100000; steel and iron, So 200, 900; tin, near
100000; wines, near $2,00O,O0o; liquors,
$l,750,000. The exports amount to upwards
of $l05,000 900, against $7l 500, 900 the pre-
yious year. Of domestic produce, the exports
last year were $6l, 100000, against $4,000
600 in 1853. The export of specie amounted
to $3l, o00, 900, against $2l, 900 in 1853.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

Ii is said that Mr. Olds of Ohio, that pure
~ " Democratic . member Of Congress, who
goes for raising the postage on poor mems let
tiers while maintaining the franking privilege
for tobacco chewing julep-swigging Members
Of Congress, has a son who was recently az
pointed to Office in part consideration of his
papa's vote for the Nebraska BILL and that this
son labors under the name of Marquis de La
Fayette Ofds. II seems that the father is so
profoundly ignorant a man that he supposed
be was giving his offspring the proper name
Of the good La Fayette, when he was only
giving him the gallant Frenchman's title as a
nobleman-just as if, wishing to name the
boy after the Father of his Country, he had
called him General Wilmington Otds instead
Of George Washington Otds. 1t isnot surpris-
Ing, perhaps, that such au ignoramus should
wish to lay an additional tax on the ci,cula-
ton Of intelligence among the people, but we
don't believe his constituents will like him
any the better for it.-New York Tribune.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

REMOVAL OF THE MAIN BONE IN THE LEG
OF BoY.-John Baja, alad aged fifteen years
SON Of a lady of Allegheny City, had re-
ceiyed, some six months ago, an injury of
the right leg, by fall, in which the whole
shaft of the bone had become decayed. To
save the limb, DR.. Walter removed, last week,
while the boy was under the influence of
chloroform, the main bone of the leg, from the
knee to the ankle, by expatriation. Incredi-
bic as it may appear to the non professional,
that limb could be saFed, and be made use
full, by the removal of the whole of the main
bone, still, experience has taught that new
bone viii be rapidly regenerated in childhood,
and the shape, length aud usefulness will be
preser' ed. This is triumph of modern sur
gerry, thus to save limb, VIII lie it's bless
ing to the afflicted to be restored without mu-
tilation. The boy is doing well, free
from pain and his recovery appears to be GER
tain Pittsburgh Jour.
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Gbe 1aiIp, spg.
TUESDAY, JULY A, 1854.
EMIGRATION CoNvENTIoN.

The Committee appointed for that purpose at the late
Emigration Convention at Worcester hereby request the
citizens Of Worcester County and the adjacent country
who desrous of preventing the establishment Slave
ry in the Territories of Kansas and Nebraska by
aging the emigration Of free men thereto, well
those who do not themselves propose emgae those
who do, to meet in Convention at BRTNLEY HALL, in
WoRcEsTER, Thursday morning, the 9th day of July
proriao at 10 o'clock, for the purpose of forming per-
nanent organizations and taking any other measures that
may be necessary promote the objects of the meeting
All those who intend to emgrate, especially, are re-
ques to be present. for the purpose forming on
cati arranging the plan Of proceedings and obtaining
he information which may then be laid before them In re
laton to the expenses route and prospects, of the emil
grating associations.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

BEST HAIR TONIC IN UsE s.s.
While the proprietor has reason e p pI, pon So Arm
adjustment Of the Tonic in 90 snVs S.s Il owing in
Srsa. degree to tie rse sroses q the article se
Il win therefore be gd kept ap 0 . sdS the Best and
sna 70 70 Be found The effects resulting from The
use Of he Climax Hair Tonic al hs World Ssn eoaov a.
untary testimony Is daily oisrea' 'h0"''s ~ :
an agent TOT preventing the falling out Of the Hair,
Producing new Hair,
Dressing the Hair,
eofening and arranging the iiar
nestroying Hair Eaters,
Removing Dandruf
Curing Headache, and
All tie iIls that Hair is heir to.
80, containing the Climax Hair Tonic, have II.
AZ y yp.'f Worcester Mass" blown in the glass
81 eli per bottle large bottles (pints 70 cts, with
/. liberal discount to the trade.
n Orders nom dealsrs respectfully socited. All or
~ - L. 7. LAZELI. Druggist,
sebq7 dawH 2o1 Main d.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

The FouRrH.--We shall issue no paper on
Wednesday. All hands connected with the
Office intend to celebrate OUR NATIONAL INDIE
rENDENcE to-day.
The counting room will be open until nine
o'clock, A. NJ.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

DRMrsR or TWO CATHOLIC ORaANL.-THe
Buffalo Sentinel, Catholic paper. has been
discontinued. The publisher says the ex-
penses Of the paper for the past year have
been $50 per week and the receipts $i3. The
editor says The Shepherd Of The Valley, anoth-
or Catholic paper at st. Louis, has been dis
continued fer want OF patronage.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

ACCIDENT little son of Mr.. Arvine
Thompson, City Watchman, was playing with
his sister on the piazza in front of his father
house. on Southbridge St., about clock P.
M, on the Ord inst, when he fell and broke
his leg, above the knee. DR.. Joseph Sargent
set the limb, the gallant little fellow bearing
the pain with scarcely inurmur.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

CANADA.--In debate in the House Of
Lords, the opinion was openly expressed that
the true interest Of Great Britain was to sever
the colonial dependence of the Canadas upon
the crown, and to allow them to form their
own constitution Of government. Lord BlIen-
borough and Lord Brougham both spoke in
favor of it.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

ExcuRsroNs.-By reference to our adver-
tising columns, it will be seen that an excur-
sion train will start this morning, for Franz
ingham, at twenty-five minutes past nine A
NJ. A return ticket will cost fifty cents.
A grand excursion train will start for Nor
wieh, at five o'clock A. NJ, thence by steamer
to Newport, returning tonight Tickets, at
half the usual price, must be obtained at the
ticket Offices.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

THE CAMBELLs-Tnis troupe OF incompatible minstres
will perform this evening and tomorrow evening in the
City Hail. 1t Is superiuous to praise the Campoells'
Their name and fame extensive as the American
continent They minge vocal and instrumental music in
harmonious accord and they always present new pro-
gramme every successive evening. Go and hear the
Olmpbels.
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eenernl Ncws SUMMARY.

The Palladium publishes Mr. Banks
speech in Congress against the Nebraska bill,
and says. "that Nj. Banks sentiments are
IN harmony with the idees Of the great rnass
OF the people Of the free States Democrats
and all--is fact of which we have no more
doubt than we have that the Missouri Com
promise is expunged from the statute book. or
that the South has been peridious to the North
in this matter
The government patent Office is doing
an unheard Of business, and the inventiv
genius OF the country was never more mark ed
than at present. Nearly sixty pateats-or,
about ten each day-this week were issued.
These, together with the current business. ey-
idence an amount Of business never before
equalled therein. The whole mum her of new
cases favorably decided, will probably exceed
1900 tor the past year.-Bostoa Post.
Madame Sontag, from her arrival in
this country up to the close of her Mexican
engagement had cleared 800, 900. Her
agent in Europe had concluded engagements
for her return, which in forty nights would
have brought her 100000 more. 1t ia but .
short time since she purchased noble chateau
and domain in Germany, with portion Of
the proceeds of her American tour.
A murderer, named Nash, disappoint-
ed mob. in Carlinsville. ILL.,, on the 23d ult.
by having his sentence of death committed by
the Governor, and refusing to be lynched, by
hanging himself to a rafter in his cell in the
prison. They broke open the Jail and found
him dead
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

CRIME IN MIDpLesEx CouHry.--At the
Court; in Concord, on Friday, the Grand Ju-
ry returned eighty indictments, among them
one against Samuel Hilliard for the murder
of James L. Warren, Of Natick. Hilliard
was aTaigned, pleaded not gully, and the in
October next.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

An extra train will leave Worcester for
Providence. this afternoon, at half-pas four
o'clock, and viii return tonight, at half fare.
There is to be grand display Of fireworks in
Providence.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04
- TooTIACnE GIFTED ny

means Of the PAINLESS NERVE
NIIYYYYy DESTROYER, by DIR GEORGE y.
STEARNS Surgical Dentist formerly Of the hrm OF Drs.
stearns Brothers. Boston operator of ten years. expe
rience.-- Office No. PIPER BLOCK. Worcester. Where
may be obtained TEETH for the economical durable and
beautiful article prices to suit the times. Also BEST
BLOCK TEErIl--Jny experience in the Manufacture and
Insertion OF which dates back farther than that of any
other manufacturer in Worcester County.
Great improvement in TEMPORARY TEETH, enabling pa
ens to eat with them while the gums are shrinking away
for the permanent de, ture.
Ladies' and Gentlemen, who desire to preserve the beau.
~ and symmetry Of their front teeth may rest assured
necessary mutaton with the file, Prices Of Filling, from
Fifty Gents to Five Dollars. my2o du
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04
PY............TU EsDAY, JULY A. Is

1fvou are afflicted with any complaint
which requires a Purgative Medicine, try
AYrn's Ne,O Pi0s--they are worth trying
Concord Merc,ry, N. C.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

s.Thc Pride of empire the pomp of State" is
the great loadstone which dsseminates its powerful at
ractve influence in bring those who pant for fame to
worship before its altar This fame is unsubsantia mat
ter merely mist which appears before the eyes vanish
ing at the next touch Of the enchanted wand But Russia
Sdiue perfectly material article quite ualable to all
and better all diseases such burns scalds
Sores chlbains, chapped hands, &c Sold at % cents
box, only, by NJ. d. GREEN, and L. I. LAZELL.
iv5 daWlt
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

DRAMATIC TRoupE.--This evening, Howard's Independ-
ent Dramatic Company will perform in Brinley Hail.
Their opening last evening brilliant and triumphant
La belle Oceana is star and she s supported and sus
tanned by artisCs of the first talent Go early and Sc
aure seats.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

CHoLERA.--There were several deaths from
cholera, in Boston, on Monday. The whole
number of deaths by that disease. last week,
in that city, was sixteen.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

Card,-The subscriber tenders his thanks, together
with the expression of his gratitude to the citizens Of
Grafton especially to Rescue Engine Company No J. for
the very prompt and ardu0us efforts rendered by them
the accession Of the burning Of his dwelling house, the
morning Of the LIST inst b. IL. ALLEN
Grafton July 4th, 1854.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

THERE will be Religious Meeting tomorrow evening,
at O'clock at the Friends Meeting House, Oxford st
at which JoEL BArrEY minister OF the Society from Yer
mont Is expected to be present.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

TIE Commanding officer of Fort Leaven-
worth-the seat Of government of Kansas
has given Judge Douglas walking cane.-
Boston Post.
A very significant intimation that he had
better walk out.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

Worcester Brass Bamd.-The Worcester Brass
Band under the direction Of A. A. GooDsPEED, hereby
give notice. that they ready to furnish music for Mil
itary and Civic parades, Pc-Ncs, Excursions &c An
dressed to j. Duggan, 20 School street, will be promptly
attended to iy4 dim
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

DIR. J. CInwsOm X ellie can be consulted by
ladies and gentlemen, at his Off of Church and
Mechanic Streets Worcester, throughout THURSDAY
and FRIDAY the 9Th anc 7th of july free Of Charge
upon all diseases OF the human system. d6tw2t
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

MONDAY, July 3, 1854.
Before Judge Green;--James Coughlan, for
being drunk, was fined S and costs, amount
ing to $6.49, and in default was committed.
James Sullivan, for being drunk, was fined
81 ami costs, amounting to $6.l4, which he
paid,
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

Fireworks Of all Sorts at the lowest rates. can be had
at D. scots, 243 Main street. So the most delicious
soda water this side of the gardens of Gul.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

Ilils iiiCouilldr
able preparation
which has now
been before the
public one year,
during which
time It has been
extensively used
and thoroughly
tested, has at
tanned a position
far in advance
Of the more or
binary prepare
tions, and isnow
generally con
coded 10 be the
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04
SPECIAL NOTICES.

The Clinton HOusr, at Cnton-under the pro-
pretorship of Mr. j. s. BuRDT has become deservedy
OF the popular places Of resort in this vicinity To per-
sons desiring pleasant ride and agreeable entertain
ent we would recommend the Clinton House as unsur-
passed jy4 dit
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

l.. Babbitt's DaguerrcOiypes-Nos. ard
ii Piper Block. Mr. BIS so cent Types are superior to
macy that sold for s15O Please call and examine
specimens. jel4 diff
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

A. Prcntiss, Designer and Engraver upon Wood
and Stone House Crescent Street. All orders left
with C. w RICE, at L. D. Goddard & Co.'s, will meet
with prompt attention Particular attention paid to Draft
ng Machinery dec30 dh
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

The latest accounts from Melbourne,
Australia, represent that the cholera and
dysentery prevail there to an alarming ex-
tent
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

Sparkling Soda Water, with the usual variety
of choice Syrups. Fifty Tickets for one dollar
L. t. LAZELL, Apothecary,
tnayI4 diff POI MainStreet
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

DIR. j. #. nOlanam's Spring Bitters.-
Spring has come with its birds aud blossoms and the best
way for nyalids to enjoy its Sweets is supply them
selves with DR. HoLMANs BrTERs put up pint bottles
a. 20 cents per botlea for Dyspepsia Liver
Complaints, &c.
Manufactured by P. r. SLATER Co.. No. fremont
Temple Boston. Proctor Brother Agents for Gloucester
J. Q. HILL 229 Main street, Wholesale and Retail
Agent. my31 deod3m
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

ANEEIcAS House, FrTcHBrRG.- Fitchburg
Is one Of the most enterprising. busy, and
beautiful towns in Worcester County; and
the American House in that town, is one of
the best appointed, best conducted, and best
attended hotels in the State. Messrs. Phillips
aud Pierce are now proprietors of the Am
eriean House and they conduct it upon the
nn0st approved principles of home economy.
The rooms are fixed to secure the highest
comfort, the table is bountifully and luxuri-
emily furnished, with the best viands that the
Country can afford and the attention Of the
gentlemanly hosts, is constantly directed to
secure the highest measure of comfort for their
numerous guests. Our citizens who visit
Fitchburg, should not neglect to visit the
American House.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-07-04

New Butter aud Chrese.-Just received,
prime lot of New Butter and Cheese, which will be sold
low DRAPER & CLARK, Front st.
les diff