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Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-22
Baltimore Correspondence.

The characterization Of School Commits
sioners-Dsath of a Worthy Citizen--The Col
pia WI Case--,Shocking Ltantscids.
BALTIMORE, Jan. %.
1t is nrw said that Mayor Kinks will defer send
the first Of February, SO the expectants will have
to stretch their patience little further
The important duty of selecting the board Of
school commissioners for the city viii come before
the council, probably during the present week. 1t
is to be devoutly wished that sound judgment and
discretion may guide the members of the council
in their selections--that single eye may be had
to the welfare of the schools and that men may
be selected under whose wise direction and guild
ance, our school system may become, more than
ever, blessing to the city in rearing up yirtuous
and intelligent citizens. The Office of school di-
rector should be sacred from the contamination OF
the mere partisan or political trickster-it should
be intrusted only to those who are worthy to be
the exemplars Of the young-whose virtues and
requirements can command respect and admiration
and challenge the youthful beholder to emulation.
May such, and such only, be appointed to the
oversight of the schools of the Monumental city.
regret to see announced the sudden death Of
one Of our most energetic and successful business
men, John s. shriver, Esq. Mr.. 8. had long been
connected with the steamboat interests ofsBalti-
more and in the management Of the affairs of the
companies over which he had supervision, evinced
a tact and good Judgment that rarely ever failed
in its object. His loss win be felt.
! The trial of the great will case Of the heirs o.
Rachel Colvin Us. Richard Colvin War6eld, which
has been suspended in the county district court for
several days past owing to the illness of Judge
Constable, will be resumed this morning, as UNI,
derstand the Judge has sufficiently recovered to
permit his attendance on the duties of his court
most revolving case of infanticide was
brought to light yesterday morning in the eastern
section of the city. The body Of white infant
was found on lot beneath some lumber with its
skull crushed in shocking manner. Apparently,
| it must have been murdered directly after birth
and the body Ia supposed to have been placed
where It was found, sometime during the previous
night No arrest has yet been made, but efforts
are making, If possible, to discover and bring tc
punishment the unnatural parent, or other party
who may have committed the crime.
| The weather continues warm and moist, having
more the resemblance Of early spring weather than
such as belongs to mid-winter. As yet we have
had no heavy rains, but just sufficient to keep the
streets in tho same state Of muddiness as during
the past three weeks. A heavy drenching rain is
quite longed for by citizens, as well as those who
inhabi, the country. AMERIous.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-22

The New Orleans Picayune learns from un.
doubted authority, that Miss Julia Dean, the
actress, is engaged to be married to DIR. Hayne
of South Carolina, a son Of the great orator
and statesman, the late Robert Y. Haync, for
merly of the u. S. Senate.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-22

BLooDr WoRK.-An affair Of a very tragic
character occurred among the slaves on the plan
tation Of Col B. P. Walker, in Appomattox county,
Va. last Monday night, during his absence The
Lynchburg Virginian says:
:" As it was reported to us, slave from neigh
boring plantation desired to marry one of Colonel
Walkar's negro girls, but could not procure TIE
consent Of her father AT the time mentioned he
sought out the girl, attacked her with knife and
slew her. Other slaves interposed, he attacked
them also, and inflicted serious ifnot fatal wounds,
on two of them. Finally he turned his knife upon
himself and took his own life. We have heard no
further particulars"
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-22

SUCCESSFUL SwINDLE BY GIPsIEs.-An old far
mer, in Monmouth county, n. j., was nicely swim
died, few days ago, by a gang Of gpsies. The
New York Sun says;
"The main worker was a woman She com.
menccd operations by insinuating that gold 10 a
large amount was somewhere concealed on the
farm. It's discovery was to be effected by charm,
in the following way The farmer was to procure
1900, which would only be wanted a few days,
All the money at command was got together, and
5000 was borrowed on a note. The sum was pro-
cured, all but %, when the gypsy said that would
do. Some hocns poeus was performed, such as
folding the money In a mysterious way. Tho sooth-
sayer next directed the old man TO count the money
carefully, then she TO count IT, and 80 on, al
ternatey, day by day. The last counting was her
turn, when she pronounced Il all right.
Then, refoding the bundle, she told him TO put
Il in the box, lock II up, and, on opening Il ten
days after at IL at night exactly il would be re-
yealed to him where the gold was. Her instruc-
tons were carefully followed On the expected
night, which was Sunday, the old man, anticipating
himself to be Of a sudden a millionaire, gathered
his family and that into which there had been an
intermarriage. They sat watching the clock. The
hand Is on the ominous figure 12--it strikes-the
last stroke. The old man springs to the box, I'M
locks it. takes out tho bundle, unwraps it--and
what revelation The gold and notes were gone
and the gipsies too. The woman had flown five
days ago having adroitly, at the last counting,
substituted bundle which she had prepared like
the original. The poor old man has taken to his
bed and not risen since. A reward of $3.50 is Of
fered."
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-22

RAILROAD AccIpESr.--A man named Smitbers,
who lately resided at Bowling Green in Caroline
county, Va, was run over on Thursday by the
fredericksburg train Of cars, and killed, He was
sitting on the road asleep.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-22

The letter addressed by DIR. Cummings to
the London Times on the subject Of the I'm
maculate Conception, which we publish in an
other column, is from the pen Of one Of the
most eminent authors and divines in Scotland
II is well worth a most attentive nerIIsal
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-22

CONVICTION FOR RESISTING THE FUerTIvE SLAVE
LAw.-We mentioned few days ago that s. NJ.
Booth, an editor, had been convicted at Milwaukee
Of participating in the rescue OF fugitive slave.
The verdict subjects the defendant to imprison-
ment, not exceeding six months and a fine not
exceeding one thousand dollars. The News OF that
city says:
ave rejoice at this verdict, not because this
defendant Is made 10 suffer, but because IL is cal
cuated to teach men fact which they have been
too prone to forget, that we live under govern
ment Of law; that our institutions Of freedom rest
upon the observance Of law; that the rampant
spirit Of mob law shall not be tolerated with impu
nifty in the free State Of Wisconsin that the doc
time OF higher law to justify disregard Of the
allegiance which every citizen owes TO his country,
Is false doctrine, and that he who attempts to put
u INTO practical operation, is taking straight road
and short one to the penitentiary.n
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-22

HEAVY RoBBERY.-Night before last Mr.. Jack
son, collector Of the firm of Ruffner, Donnolly &
Co., having returned after business hours from q
collecting tour in Kentucky weut to the Ben Frank
lin coffee house, on Front street, where he has been
boarding for some time past and at the usual hour
retired to rest. In the morning when he awoke,
he found that package Of money containing over
a. 600 the funds Of his tour, had been stolen from
under his pillow. There were three persons sleep.
ing in the room at the time, but no suspicion
Is attached to them.--C Cincinnati Gazette, 13ths
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19

UTAH.-Colonel Steptoe, Governor of Utah,
has sent men to explore new route to California,
which decreases the distance some two hundred
and fifty miles below that of the road north of
Salt Lake. They city authorities of Salt Lake
have abolished all licenses for the sale Of spiritu-
GUS liquors. An effort is being made to pass a
prohibitory law.
MORMON MoyEMENTs.-This people, whose
enterprise cannot but be admired, have secured a
good foothold in the Sandwich Islands. One OF
the Chiefs possessing large amount of property
has presented the Missionaries with the free use
of large portion ofthc island Of Lahina, for a
term of years, for gathering place,or for a spot
TO drive Of the "Stakes Of Zion, as they
term it. This island, though over one hundred
miles from Honolulu, is but ten from the mpor-
tant port of Lahinn, whore large number OF
whalers touch to obtain their supplies This will
afford them good market for the articles they
raise, and an eye TO the main chance is something
the "Saints" never neglect having. The press
and types formerly used on the Islands, were
brought to this city in the Francis Palmer, few
days since. In few weeks, Elder Pratt will
commence the publication of the Mormon Herald.
II will be published at first in English only, but
il will afterwards be published in Spanish and
Kanaka also. The press will be devoted also to
the publication of Mormon books and tracts OF
all descriptions and in different languages.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19
A PoEr CRowNEp.-A quite uncommon Ger


A PoEr CRowNED.--A quite uncommon cere-
mony, in this age, at least, was performed ut
Madrid in March last The Spanish poet Quin-
tana was publicly crowned with laurel, us a
solemn acknowledgment of his genius and patrio-
tism. The following are the particulars: 81.
"The ceremony took place in the palace of the
Senate, and the Queen and the King presided
over it. The ministers and foreign ambassadors,
and many persoRages of distinction, were pres
ent The poet having been introduced, M. Cal
vic Ascensio, deputy, delivered speech in
which he gave an account of his labors. M.
Hartzenbush, one of the first dramatic authors
of Spain, then presented crown of laurel leaves
in gold to the Duke do Ia Victoria. The duke
then handed the crown to the Queen, and her
majesty, amid loud applause, placed it on the
head Of M. Quintana. M Quintana was after
wards accompanied to his residence by the Presi-
dent Of the Cortes, the constitutional alcaIde Of
Madrid, the Director Of the Spanish Academy,
and n splendid procession; the crown was con-
veyed before him in sort of triumphal car. !"
Nothing Of the kind has happened in Europe
since the browning of Petrarch at Rome. BOSTON
Chronicle.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19
BURLEsQUE NOMINATIONs FOR THE
PRESIDENCY.

OW city contemporary, the National nteili-
gencer, mildly expresses disapproval of the rdicu
lous Presidential nominations which have APP
pcarcd in some Of the newspapers, being in
consistent with the dignity pertaining to that high
office. We are not altogether blameless in this
matter, if such things be blameworthy.
Nominations Of the money king, George Law,
of the steam king, Commodore Vanderbilt, and
men of the like stamp, have given rise TO the
burlesque nominations of which our contempt
rary complains. 1t may be that the Inteiligencer,
with that grave wit and urbane malice, so char
acteristc of it, designed to rebuke those who
nominated George Law and Commodore Wander
bilt; or it may be (and this is likely that,
regarding these two pcrsonages with some degree
of favor, it intended to rebuke those who rid-
culed them.
Like the hielHgencer, we have high respect
for the Presidential Office We would be the last
to attempt to degrade it in the eyes of our coun-
trymen. The attempt, however, has been made.
Not only have several unfit, incompetent, and
ridiculous men, been elected to that office, but in
this most pressing and perilous crisis, when the
highest character, abilities, and craftsmanship
are demanded, to direct the ,destinies of this
country, some Of our journals have presented, and
most seriously, too, as candidates for that office,
the names of men who have no pretentions to
ability, craftsmanship, political experience or even
ordinary information. They seem to think that we
| need a king, and as they cannot give an her.
editary king, they would thrust on us a money
| king or steam king. Oh! scrub royalty, you
| are not needed. "Live oak George Law" and
| ship-timber Vanderbilt, would each be King
Log. King Log is the poorest of all mcnarchs,
and will find no favor in America.
| Such serious nominations tho things that
tend TO degrade the Presidential Office, and they
ought TO be stopped. The only way to arrest
them is by burlesque and ridicule. Such bur
lesque on, and ridcule of, such nominations, is a
compliment to the office. We presume that, in
these views, the Inieiigeneer will concur.
We want statesmen for our Executive officers
| The crisis demands it. The people viii be stupid
| if they do not heed the crisis. II is good policy
10 kill off all vain-g glorious pretenders.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19

grid old portico in front, rostrum was soon
foed by Mr.. Washington, and Mr.. Gusts
conenced his Grafton II is unnecessary to say
me of the production than that it abounded in
inlents and facts of which no other living man
hapossession, and which were related with adj
mble effect. The venerable orator alluded
wi touching pathos to the rccollections Of his
chlood passed at Mount Vernon, and climbing
thiacred knees of Washington. Dispensing in
evy direction, the visitors were examining with
ear interest every object; the gardens, the
bqtiful carriage-way on the western front, the
CRIES planted by his hand, the superb lawn on
thsast, the old tomb selected by the Pater Pa
tri, now fallen to decay, but enclosed with zeal
ousare, every portion Of the estate accessible
wariewed with absorbing interest, and the gen.
erawish expressed was, that If tho proprietor
deded to part with it, the State of Virginia
miat become the purchaser, in order to preserve
it finn decay or desecration.
Ibceeding to the White House, dinner was
seryd to the guests; Mr.. Fendall presided witt
his sual grace, with Mr.. Gusts on his right, ant
Mr. Washington ON his left hand. Mr.. Fendal
deliered an excellent speech, polished, scholarly
andappropriate. !, Rev. Mr.. Balch also made
verIgood address, and in reply to toast com
plirentary Of Mr.. Washington, Mr.. Gusts wa
callA upon by Mr.. Washington, as the child o
Moat Vernon.
Tie company left again in the steamer TO
Moat Vernon, at the request of the proprietor
and were treated very Hospitality. The bant
plssd several national airs on the lawn, ant
thee cheers were given for the gentleman wh'
Sd fifty wears by his fine manly presence, hi
graceful manners and true Virginia hnsnitality
the illustrious name.
Arrived at Washington at nine o'clock, three
cheers were given for the State Of Virginia, three
for Mr.. Gusts, and three for Mr.. Fendall, ant
the company separated with the remembrance
that though residents Of the Federal City, Vr
gnians and their descendants turned to the nob
old mother of States, and placed their affection
upon her altar.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19

In one week from to-day, (says the Richmond
Enquirer Of the 18th, the people will pronounce
Judgment on the momentous issues of this can
vass. The day Of debate and discussion is already
past the time for ACTION is at hand. Are the
Democracy ready for the strugglei Have mea-
sures been taken to insure full exhibition Of the
strength of the party at the polls If in any
county Of the State, in any district in any
county, the forces Of the party not rallied,
and ready TO be precipitated in rcsistless power
upon the foe, let not moment be lost in collect
ing our strength for the decisive blow. We have
sufficient time TO repair any defects Of organiza-
ton. II is not too late TO make provision for the
presence OF the party at the polls. We implore
every Democrat not to be content with casting his
individual vote, but TO feel as if he had not done
his duty, unless he carries other votes with him.
Let him devote ut least one week 10 his party
and his country week Of active, energetic and
effective work. Some stray sheep may be yet
brought back 20 the fold. The doubts Of the
wavering may be dispelcd the energy Of the in
active may be aroused the zeal Of the indifferent
may be quckencd into enthusiasm. This is no,
the time for repose or relaxation OF effort. We
have been marshaling our forces, and now comes
the agony Of the struggle. The Democracy will
he ready for the crisis.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19
CELEBRATION OF THE LANDING OF
THE PILGRIMS AT JAMESTOWN.

On Saturday last, number Of gentlemen,
principally Of the jamestown Association, among
whom were Mr.. Gusts, Mr.. Philip r.. Fendall,
Colonel Phillips, Sixth Auditor; Captain Tyler,
DIR. Blake, Rev. Mr.. Balch, and Mr.. Thomas J.
Masse, assembled upon the steamer Thomas
Colyer, Captain Gedncy, for the purpose of cele-
brating the landing Of the Pilgrims at James
town, Virginia
The boat left the wharf at 10 o'clock, a m,
raiy decorated with flags, and the enlvening
strains Of ''Carry mo back 20 old Virginia, T"
from the Marine Band, very soon gave earnest
10 the company Of day Of hilarty and happi-
ness. Stopping at Alexandria for a few fvends
10 Join in the festive occasion, the steamer was
soon under way for the sacred shades Of Mount
Vernon
Arrived at Mount Vernon, tho company form
cd in procession, headed by the band, playing
Washington's March. Mr.. John Augustine
Washington, the proprietor, was in waiting at
the tomb, and received the association with great
kindness Sufficient time was passed here TO
permit the visitors TO inspect tho sacred spot
where rest the ashes Of the greatest MAN that has
ever lived; the uncovered head, the subdued
conversation, and the reverent manner Of all
present, showed plainly that the atmosphere Of
the place was filled with the mournfnl interest
appropriate TO IL.
Passing on 10 the mansion, and assembling in the
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19

victory in the Metropolitan District They are
aiming at shining mark-the eloquent chvai-
rous, and honest Caskie.
We venture the assertion, that Judge Caskie
has not single personal enemy, unless there be-
some corrupt and Disappointed Office seeker, or
some Jealous asprantfor his plnce, who hates him
because he has been successful AS for his poll
teal course and conduct, we defy any man to
point TO an omission of duty, or a commission OF
wrong, He has been faithful to the Constitution,
emnently loyal to the South, and, to remarka-
bic degree, true to his constituents. His ability,
his integrity, and his excellent manners, COM
mand popularity and an influence in the House
Of Representatives that few members can lay
claim 70. 5t" h4 4a4Lsxfsfs
We have watched his canvass with that de-
gree Of interest which nothing but n school boy
friendship, followed by the intimacy of matured
manhood, could inspire. His speeches during the
canvass have been able and effective. His last
three speeches, particularly, have been of this
character. His recent speech in Richmond, OK
torted the highest encomums from the Richmond
Wing, even. His late speech in Caroline county
drew out reluctant tributes from the two Wing
newspapers of Fredericksburg, and his last speech
on Oregon Hill, Richmond, to use the language
of the Richmond Enquirer-s vndcates his
claim to rank among tho first orators Of the
State.
That Judge Caskie will be returned by the
Metropolitan district, we do not doubt That
he deserves success we know The Opposition,
the speckled and piebald Opposition, composed
of Wings, renegade Democrats, and disappointed
office seekers, will make desperate effort to de-
feat him, we are aware. But, pure as all know.
him to be, able, as his worst opponents concede,
and right, as he has ever been, warfare against
him is warfare against the vital interests Of the
District he repres ents.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19

LATE AND INTERESTING FROM MExIco.-Ad-
vices from Mexico to the 9Th instant confirm the
report that Santa Anna had left the capital in
pursuit Of the rcvolutonists, and for the benefit
Of his health. The British steamer Conway
sailed from Vera Cruz on the 7th with over &c.
100000 in specie. The Mexican government
has ordered thesuspenson of all payments, except
that under treaties respecting the foreign debt.
-Four thousand troops are now stationed in the
capital of Michoacan, where the insurgents are
creating much trouble. The town Of Puruandro
had been attacked by a band of one thousand
Indians, led by several abandoned revolutionary
chiefs. The inhabitants defended themselves for
thirty hours, when they surrendered. Nearly all
the houses were then sacked the commandant
and postmaster shot; several Of the leading in
habitants behcaded, and many Of the women out
ragged and carried off.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-19
vIRGINIA-AND ESPECIALLY THE
METROPOLITAN DISTRICT.

The Virginia election is close at hand, and
the result Of that election, on which so much
depends, is still the subject OF speculation and of
anxious expectation. Both parties claim the vic.
tory. The Democrats with some show Of reason,
the Opposition without reason, except so far as
village victories, and Northern State triumphs
constitute a reason. In the Gubernatorial cleo
ton we feel deep interest. The gallant Wise,
bold, honest, energetic able, eloquent, deserves to
carry the State by storm. lie has cvadcd no
issue, he has avoided no question. He has
traversed the State, and he has manfully battled
with the enemy.
Nor are the county elections without their i'm
portancc and interest. The next Legislature
will have to perform that highest function Of a
State Assembly---the election Of a United States
Senator. The distinguished gentleman whose
term Of service will expire during the official
term Of that body, is cmnently worthy Of re.
election. Able, dignifed, and incorruptible, he
dhas been ct representative Of Virginia char.
acter.
OF the Congressional elections, we have FIRE.
quently spoken, FOR our socitude in regard te
them is very great.
The Know nothings boast much Of achieving n