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Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1854-05-17
L. w. UMsTEAD, Sec'y.
April 10Th, 1854.

According to previous appointment a large
number Of the friends of Temperance met
in Pittsboro', on Saturday the 9th inst, for
the purpose of holding a Temperance Coun-
ty Convention. The Convention was called
to order by Rev. W. P. Taylor, and on mo-
ton, DR.. r. K. Smith was appointed Presi-
dent, and S. L. Riddle, Secretary. The SER
vices Of the occasion were then opened with
prayer by the Rev. Mr.. Duval, of Va.
The Convention was then addressed by
the Rev. r. I. Hefin, i "a speech of some
three quarters of an hour, in favor of Leg
~islative enactment. The Rev. Mr.. Duval was
then called for and in answer to the call, he
arose on the stand and for some time enter
tanned the audience with a speech of force
and strength, which could not fail to carry
conviction to the minds of the unpreiudiced
Mr.. Hinshaw then moved, that if any per-
son was disposed to make any remarks against
Prohibition that they now have the liberty
of doing SO, which motion was adopted, but
there was not any one that felt disposed to
take that side of the question.
The Convention then took a recess, and
the whole company were invited to partake
of dinner prepared by the friends of temper
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1854-05-17

p See James M. Edney's advertisement
about Land, Warrants. Forty acre warrants
now command SAG.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1854-05-17

According to notice previously given, a por-
ton of the friends Of Temperance, in this
part of Granville county, met in KNAPP of
Reeds Division room, and the meeting was
organized by calling Jno. Peed, Esq, to the
Chair, and appointing l.. w. Umstead, Sec
rotary. On motion G.. Walker, N. A. Wal
ker, L. T. Burton, r. Peed, Willie Ashley,
and L. W. Umstead, were appointed a COM
mittee, to draft resolutions for the meeting.
The Committee retired, and on their return
reported through their Chairman, G. Walker,
the following resolutions which were unani-
mously adopted:
Resolued, 1st, That we believe the traffic in
intoxicating liquors, to be injurious to a COM
munity, mentally, physically, and pecuniari-
ly considered and We are therefore opposed
to the present license system.
End, That we request our next Legislature
to pass some law to suppress or restrict the
traffic in our State, by which our otherwise
good citizens may be rid of this tempting
lure and our slaves of the ~corrupting power
of the rumseller.
Sd, That we, as friends of the Temperance
cause, will not cast our suffrages for any man
who will treat his fellow man with i~ntoxica-
ting drinks, or uses it himself as a beverage.
4th, That we will support the candidate
for the next Legislature, who we believe will
carry out our views, regardless of party.
9Th, That we will not support any candi-
date, who has not by his previous course,
proven his fidelity to the temperance cause.
9th, That the Chairman of this meeting,
appoint five delegates to each of the political
conventions to be held in Oxford, for the pur.
pose Of nominating suitable candidates to
represent our views in both houses of the
next Legislature one of said conventions to
be held on Tuesday of May court, (being the
End day Of May next) the other on Monday
the 5th of June following.
The Chairman then proceeded to appoint
the specified number of delegates, when on
motion the meeting adjourned sane die.
JNO. PEED, CHM.
L. w. UMsTEAD, Sec'y.
Al 00LI 1OSA
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1854-05-17
Co. N. G..

hOBESON, 20. IN. ".
At a regular meeting of Ashpole Div. No.
l34, S. of I. held April 29th, the following
preamble and resolutions were unanimously
adopted, zig.
WHEREAS, believinga as we do that the Ii
quor traffic is not only a nuisance, but a curse
to society, achereoer eristing, and deserves the
disapprobation Of all good citizens.
Resotoed, That the time has arrived when
all the friends of the Temperance cause in
North Carolina, should occupy a prominent
position in favor of this subject.
ReSolUea, That we will support no man
irrespective of party who does not plainly
and unequivocally declare himself in favor Of
a Prohibitory Law, to be considered during
the sitting of the next General Assembly Of
North Carolina.
Whereupon the following delegates were
appointed to the Convention, to be held in
Lumberton, on the Goth of May next, Uiz:-
A. S. McCallum, John McGirt, Alex. Nc
Lean, N. M. Thompson, Peter McRae, G. G,
Taylor, r. J. Millsaps, S. Bracy, A. S. Ba'
ker and Brown McCallum.
d. McCALLUM, w. P.
g McHATTUN r g
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1854-05-17
"A dream OF poetry
That may not be written or told,
Exceeding lovely"

Bright was the illumination of that gar
landed hall, for in addition to the soft radi-
ance that seemed to burst through every Gre
vice and corner there were flashing eyes,
brilliant smiles, melodious laughter and dear,
dear faces. Music was there too, not per.
haps, the soul stirring strain which held the
wrapt spirit in awe while under the magic
influence of q Mozart or a Handel, but then
the soft low trembling voices Of dear ones and
the light sweet touches from hands we loved
were much more in accordance with our
hearts affections. But still relentless time
passed on. Yet as a melting strain ofmusic
dying on tho rayished ear leaves its sweet
soothing influence long after the tone is
hushed, so did the happy recollections Of that
bright and joyous eve linger in memory's cell
long after the reality had passed away.
Not hours alone but days and weeks and
months spedon bringing its anniversary back
again. Changes had indeed taken place
Some had departed from-others had been
added to our happy circle but as eve advanc.
cd with her noiseless step and lulied the day
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1854-05-17

There is a fearful amount of work to dc
vet, and the time is at hand-n0tp!
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

The RIGHTS OF MINoRrrRs.-The Charleston,
Is. CO. Mercury, in view of the tyranical manner
in which the Nebraska Bill was passed through
the House, in defiance of all right and precedent,
says:
s.Thcre are some who congratulate themselves
and the country, upon the success of Mr.. Ste
phens' tactics, who will yet regret and decry their
application. They will yet feel the value of the
rights of minorities, when they belong to the
weaker side themselves, and will bitterly remem-
Der that they first administered to others the poi
soned chalice which even handed justice COM
mends to their own lips. The whole country, and
particularly the South will be made to feel at
what cost the passage Of the Nebraska Bill was
bought.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

EXTRAORDINARY SICKNESS AND MORTALITY IN ONE
FAMLY.-Sergeant Keller, of the Third District
Police, reports that a man named Lawrence Con-
ley, residing on the corner of Dikeman and Rich
ard-sts., was taken suddenly i'll last Monday with
symptoms resembling Asiatic Cholera. His eldest
daughter was prostrated about noon the same dav.
and died at O'Clock in the evening. The nurse
was taken sick at 6 O'Clock yesterday morning,
and died at noon. The youngest daughter of
Conley was similarly attacked about 10 O'Clock,
and last evening was not expected to recover ;
and the nurses DAUGHTERS, who came on a visit to
her mother, has also been Frustrated, with little
hopes Of recovery. Conley, it is thought, may
clans attended upon the family yesterday. They
attribute the cause to the poisonous efuvia emit
ted from the humorous COW and pig stables in the
ghborhood.-Tsibane.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13
CO Extract of letter to the Times, dated -

CO Extract OF letter to the Times, dated -
DETRorr, May 26th, 1854.
have just returned from walk through the
quiet city of Detroit, rather disappointed as re-
CARDS the object of my stroll, which was to look
at-pretty faces. l say disappointed, but my
disappointment was not occasioned by the fact Of
there being no pretty faces or beautiful women in
Detroit, but because not single one that saw
gave me any opportunity of judging, for they
were all intent upon looking at the eclipse that
they completely eclipsed that beautiful orb, the
sun, and left me to pursue my journey sadly out
of humor.
The moon was directly between us and the sun
at about 4 IA O'Clock P. NJ, consequently the
most total eclipse happened at that hour with u.s.
Ipromised you when we parted, to write you a
description of my trip; indisposition has pre-
vented. You may expect to hear from me. how
ever, as soon as can gather my scattered thoughts
Yours, r. NJ. r.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13
NEW YoRK. dune LIST. 4P. M.

The following commercial summary was prepar-
ed from the Asia's news, dated Liverpool, Friday.
The accounts per Asia did not alter the position
Of our market, which throughout the week con-
tinued dull and inanimate, and closes with almost
reduction of one eighth per pound in American
current qualities. Sales, 5000 bales cotton
The sales on speculation were 200 bales for ex-
po.tation $500 bales
Breadstuffs at Mark Lane. On Monday the
market closed firm for English wheat at an adj
vance of Is per quarter; foreign realized and inn
provement. Some made -four pass fully as dear
and rather higher on Wednesday. The wheat
trade was firm, and in some cases the advance re-
ported on Monday was succeeded by one shilling
per quarter, and sixpence to one shilling per bbi
for American -four
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

The Natches (Miss.) Daily Courier of the 18th
of May thus discourses upon our Territory. The
bill of fare alluded to, came from the American
House, and the dealer in real estate, il no less
than our inimitable McKenty. From the north,
south, east and west, we continually receiving
favorable notices of Minnesota, and there are
good reasons for believing that the next few years
will witness an influx of immigration into our
territory, scarcely paralleled in the history of
new countries. The Courier remarks.
awe are indebted to friend at Saint Paul,
Minnesota Territory, for several copies of late
papers published there, and also for bill of fare
at one Of the St. Paul Hotels, dated April 90,
1854. To those who look back some five or six
years, and remember that that now AOurishing
town was then only n little hamlet in q wild and
strange land, the evidences of growth and pros
perty that the columns of these papers afford, and
Of taste and luxury that the items of this dinner
bill furnish, will indeed prove astonishing. The
mock turtle soups, Pickerel and Bass, Turkeys
and Oysters, Plum Puddings, Ice Creams and
Pastries, furnished to the patrons of the ST. Paul
Hotels, will dispel the idea that many have form
ed that Minnesota is on the verge Of population
and refinement. The tide of emigration has
swept largely in that direction, and hourishing
cities, and busy villages, and social comforts,
have sprung up as if the land hid heen touched
by an enchantcr's wand; very large investments
have been made too, of late, in real estate and
property in the territory by citizens of the States
and among them by some Of our own.
In this connection, we also refer to the card of
Mr.. Henry Mckcnty, Of st. Paul, which will be
found in another column. Mr.. McKenty offers
his services to those owning real estate there, OF
desiring to make investments in the territory, as
Land Agent.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

RIDING ON A BARREL.--On Thursday gentle
man connected with the eastern press, who came
up with the excursion party, failing to procure q
carriage to his liking, chartered the water-barre
establishment of Frenchboy-straddled the bar
rel, and rode through St. Anthony street much to
the amusement of the lookers-on. 1t must bt
confessed that he cut ludicrous fgure-his leg:
and coat dangling in the air, while his white ha
put us in mind of the notable Greeley sauntcrins
up Broadway. That man is well adapted to the
West, and were we rich we would make him @
present of few acres to induce him to come
here and SETTLE
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

HARPER's FOR JUNE.-Combs, that enterprising
bookseller, has laid on our table, and therefore
laid us under obligations to him, copy of Har-
pcr's Magazine for June. We have not h I'd time
to give it careful perusal, but we feel assured
from the table of contents that it is excellent
number. Abbott still continues his articles on
Napoleon, while the illustrations and descriptions
of ''The Steppes, Odessa, and the Crimea," form
a very interesting feature of the work. Call at
Combs, and examine if you don't buy.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

HUNnSG ExrRAoRpINARY.-In commenting on
the Ward murder, the Richmond Examiner says
1--WE repeat that the ssoofing Of hiaerdnt (abo,
Eion) sctoolmaaessis frequently acredtable and
laudable act, emitting southern man to- at least,
a seat in the legislature, or place in the Com
mon Council.' sse
T This is not the general tone of the South
ern Press, but it only shows that while the north
can claim some extreme men, the south have men
equally, If not moro ultra in their views. Such
paragraphs tend to indame, mot to quiet the pre-
sent excitement. ss5sg d
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

The new (democratic) administration saw ct to
follow in the footsteps of its "llustri0us prede-
ceesor," and to consider the compromise Of $50
as finally, applicable to the territories in ques-
tion.-DentOcrdt.
GThe compromise of 1920, solemnly entered
into by two sections of our country after one Of
the most exciting debates ever witnessed in con-
gress, was considered ''Hnality" to slavery in
all the territory north of $500. The south took
their portion and converted it into slave territory,
when up comes another issue relative to the an
nexation of Texas. In the third article of the
annexation of that country to the United States,
it is sated-''In such state or states as shall be
formed out of said territory north of said Mis-
souri, compromise line, slavery, or involuntary
servtude Except for crime, shall be prohibited
Here the section in the compromise of 1920,
(which was considered the 6nality, by both north
and south, so far as that territory bought OF Lou
isiana was concerned) is re-af6rmed, so that at
this stage Of the proceedings no body dreamed OF
annihilating the ''fnality'' Of 1920.
Now comes in the land acquired by the war
with Mexico. The south not satisfied with what
they had already got wished more slave territory,
and out of their stubbornness, originated another
exciting discussion which was finally allayed by
| the acquiescence of the north in the compromise
of 1850. Did that compromise invadate the an
nexation clause of Texas? Did it invalidate the
compromise of 1920? By no means. In the fifth
proposition Of the act to establish a territorial
government for New Mexico, approved 9Th Sept
1850, amongst other things provides as follows:
"Provided nothing herein contained shall be
construed to impair Or qualify any thing contained
in the third article Of section second OF jOntreso
lutions for annexing Texas to the United States
approved March LIST, lS45."
Now it was the compromise Of 1920, which was
the ssfnality''-that F'fnality'' being recognized
and re-afirmed in two subsequent acts of con-
gress, and not until Judge Douglas introduced
his Internal scheme did the country dream thai
the compromise Of 1920 had been in any way in.
validated by later acts Of Congress.
How men protesting to be governed by princi
| pie, can now advocate bill which annuls the
| compromise of 1920, so solemnly enacted and SC
long adhered to, is beyond our comprehension
| And yet there are those, even in this community
who look upon the originator Of the Nebraska
Bill as fit to occupy the highest Office in the gift
of the people. They may be honest, but if SO
they are sadly deceived.
We cannot follow this subject any further to-
day, but we leave it expressing our ''unmxet
contempt'' for those who have sought through
ambitious motives to tear down the fabric O.
Freedom, that over its ruins they may ride int
power.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

Gov. GoRMAN.-The speech of Gov. German,
at the reception on Thursday evening last, was
one of the best we ever heard that gentleman
make. His allusion to Ex-President Fillmore was
happy one, being Invested Of all political feeling,
and very liberal in its tone. His welcome to the
guests, the gentlemen of the profession, of the
arts and sciences, the representatives of the press
of railroad companies, and the ladies, was neat,
cordial and unaffected. His remarks were well
received.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

4 STRANGER DE.D.-A person by the name Of
William Williams, from Greenwood, Crawford
County. Penn. aged about 80 years, came to our
city on board of the Royal Arch, on the 5th Of
June, and died on the 7th.
The deceased had on his person wallet con-
tanning only one half dollar. He was taken care
of by the proper authorities, and buried at the
expense of the County. Any information con-
corning him. can be furnished Sy addressing The
Overseer of the Poor of Ramsey Coz
c. Pennsylyania papers please copy.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

WUHINCION, June I.
Five persons only are known to have been kill
ed by the explosion yesterday. The fragments Of
four bodies have been found, and an inquest was
held on the remains. The names of the dead are
John Keys, Robert Chambers and Thomas Lally,
drivers of the teams, Vim. Wilcox and Robert
Henry, a colored man.
The conclusion caused by the explosion, was
felt at points IS miles from Wilmington. The
total loss is estimated at 81, 600, including the
powder teams. The Mess.s. Dupont's declare
their intention to pay for all the damage.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

ca A meeting has been held at New Haven,
Ct, for the purpose Of expressing indignation
over the passage of the Nebraska Bill. Benjamin
Silliman presided, and speeches were made by
Gov. Dutton, Ex-Gov. Baldwin, Lafayette S. Fos-
ter, John M. Niles, Daniel P. Tyler, and other
prominent men. Connecticut is dead set against
the Nebraska Bill.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

John Wheeler was the only democrat of the n.
Y. city delegation in Congress, who voted against
the Nebraska bill on its final passagc.-Er.
John Wheeler is native Of Seymour, Conn.,,
where the old homestead still stands. John, Il
few years ago went to New York, and getting
pretty we'll posted up with the political ropes Of
that city, made up his mind to 20 to Congress,
and he accomplished his object in the following
manner:
81 tod the boys,' said John in public meet
ing, ''that wanted to 60 to Congress,-that 1
must 60 to Congress. So taking them around to
the city hotel, treated the company, and told
every man that at half past six O'Clock wanted
him to be at the primary meeting room to nomi-
nate me as a caniidate from the - District for
Congress. The boys were on hand, and ut the
time set, Mr.. John Wheeler was unanimously
nominated as representative to Congress. Now
boys, says l, just put the clock ahead half an
hour. They did SO, and presently in came the
democracy, to nominate man of their choice,
when 10, it was announced that at the time
stated in the call of the meeting, Mr.. Wheeler
was nominated without dissenting voice. The
meeting was dissolved-the election came of, and
John Wheeler was elected. ssThat is the way"
said the speaker, 'sto get to Congress-"
When Mr.. Wheeler thus proclaimed the man
nor in which he was nominated and elected to the
Office he at present holds; it was little thought
that he would prove true to freedom, but he did
prove true, both by his voice and his vote. For
this act he has the thanks of the people.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

Riot AT BRoOKLYN-SEvERAL PERSONS KILLED.
"A disgraceful riot occurred at Brooklyn, L. l.
on the 4th inst, between the Irish and the New
Workers. 1t appears that the Irish attacked the
Americans with clubs and stones, when the Amer
leans fred upon them, killing and wounding many.
The N. Y. Sun says that twenty Americans were
killed and an equal number of Irish. Excitement
still high. Five companies Of military were call
"a out with large body of the police.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

ABDUCTION ORA MoNK.-The Baltimore Clipper
mentions that few days since monk made his
escape from monastery at Annapolis. He was
afterwards, however, captured, and taken back
to his confinement. He appeared to be insane apd
was so represented to be BY those who had him
in Charge but he strencousiy denied it, and said
that he had been chained and confined in cell in
the monastery and nearly starved.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

V famous boauet has just been offered to
the Empress Eugene, by the Horticultural Society
Toulouse. 1t was composed of ten thousand vio-
lets, three hundred cameas, besides other flowers.
The diameter was two feet and q half, by three
feet high. 1t was composed of dome of violets,
surrounded by circle Of camelias on which was
seen the initials of her Majesty in orange flowers.
A blue ribbon, also having the cipher of her Ma
iesty, tied the stem of this gigantic boquet.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

MORE INDIAN MURDERs.-Wc learn from Mr.
I. Richie, who came from Traverse, on Sat
urday, that a war party of Sioux came in at tina
ways, one of which he saw. On the announce
ment of their arrival small cannon was fire.
which brought thousands of the tribe around thu
''braves'' to witness the bloody trophies. 1t il
time that these Indian murders should cease.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

PLOT OF ST. ANTHoNY.-We saw a plot of St.
Anthony yesterday, executed by Messrs. Sewall &
Crehore, Civil Engineers. These gentlemen are
but recently among us, but when their merits arc
fully known they cannot help but meet with de-
served success. They are worthy, capable men,
and whltever they undertake will be executed in
n business STYLE
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

"a Young man-you are wanted. A young
woman wants you- Don't forget her. No matter
II you are poor. Don't wait to be rich. II you
do, ten to one If you are Fl to be married 1t all
to anybody that's ct to be married. Marry while
you are young, and struggle mp together.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

CY We noticed Rev. Mr.. Riggs, the devoted
Missionary in town yesterday. His efforts in the
cause of the red man, will be appreciated and ex-
toled long after Time shall have laid him in the
grave. 1t will be remembered that the Mission
house Of this worthy man was destroyed by FIRE
some time since. We hope means have been ex-
tended to him to rebuild it with additional COM
forts and conyenences.
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

MINNESOTA WHAr.-A small lot of yerv GOOD
wheat from the territory of Minnesota was sold on
'Change yesterday mt 81 IS per bushel, exclusive
OF sacks. This, we believe, Is the first shipments
and sale OF Minnesota wheat In this market.-St.
Louis Intel a-@.rl4
Minnesota weekly times. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1859, 1854-06-13

GT We made mistake in our article on the
Excursion, which appeared in Saturdays paper,
in saying that Mr.. Hudson, of the Boston Atlas,
addressed the crowd at the Lower Levec. 1t was
Mr.. Kimball, formerly of the Boston Museum, a
very amusing, but talented speaker.