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Know-Nothinsism in Congress.

The consultation lately held 5y Senator'S on the
subject Of Known othingism was not resorted TO
for the purpose OF considering the new creed, but
with view TO determine whether II should be al
lowed TO enter into the debates Of the Senate as
subject for Senatorial discussion. Mr. Adams
proposition for modification Of the naturalization
laws had been referred to the Committee on the
Judiciary and the committee are ready to report
upon Il adversely. The question was whether
discussion Of the report shall be tolerated II APP
pears that the Democratic Senators are almost
unanimously anti Know M thing, but that the new
party is making such rapid progress in Virginia,
Maryland and other southern States, as TO require
moral and political check The Virginia Senators
are alarmed as to the reported prevalence Of the
Know-Nothing doctrines in that State, and win
probably enter into a discussion Of the question
for the purpose of dsabusing their constituents Of
this dangerous heresy. II Is probable that the
subject win be much discussed in both Houses, In
reference TO It's effect on coming elections
The Know othings have already shown consid-
cradle strength In the House. At the late session,
the House passed the Homestead bill by large
majority, and the other day Il was rejected by
considerable vote, thus showing great change Of
opinion on the part Of the same men in regard TO
the bin The cause Of the change is simply the
objection that members now have to the provision
of the bill that gives lands TO Aliens those who
are now aliens, and are not yet naturalized. This
would show great deal OF strength on the part OF
the Know-Nothings In the House. The members
acting under this influence are not members ofthe
order, but are led to sympathize with IT, and per
haps TO court Il.
Tho above clause in the Nebraska bill was sus-
tanned at the late session, IN both Houses, by de-
cided votes but il would not be so II the question
were now 70 arise A proposition has been sub
mitted for amending the law in that particular, 70
as to prohibit any but citizens from exercising the
right Of suffrage. E
The failure Of the Homestead BILL and the GER
tainty that the House win not adopt the alterna.
tive scheme presented in Mr.. Hunters bill, opens
clear field for the new Bounty Land bill, granting
land to officers and soldiers of the war of 1sl2l5
and to their widows and orphans. Some members
have declared this to be the best Homestead bill,
and the best distribution bill that could be framed
The benefits Of this bill win necessarily inure to
citizens only, and the Known lettings viii give II
hearty support-W ash Cor. NJ y. JoVr. Com.
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ence that win do so; for, neither the Wing
party, nor the Democratic party, has been
able to give peace and quietude 10 the country,
on this important and difficult question, and IL
Is therefore time that some other organization
should make the effort to remedy the evils
which have crept into the body polite II is
our Judgment that the American party" win
both perpetuate the Union and preserve unim-
paired the rights of each and Of all the States
of this confederacy.
Nor are we inclined to doubt upon this point,
even though the Worcester Journal and Tren-
ton Gazette, may hoist the black flag, and seek
to break up the Union, whilst protesting to
uphold it. Treason to the Union, has too long
been lurking in the bosoms Of ultras and IA
natics, North and South, and has too often
shown itself, in its iasignifcance, to excite APP
prehension in the minds Of the American peo-
pie, for the safety Of our institutions, from that
cause The " American party has mission
to perform, which neither foreignism, dema-
goguism, nor higher-laioisna, can arrest us in
accomplishing. We know the difficulties that
lie in our path We know the enemies we have
to meet and to conquer. We know, too, that
the American people are both intelligent and
Aonest--that they love the Union--that they
are resolved to maintain the constitution--that
they revere the memory Of Washington, and
will not forget his parting legacy and farewell
advice, but wiA heed his warnings, and 4TRowN
INDIGNANTLY UPON THE FIRST DAwNINe OF AN
ATTEMPT TO ALLEVIATE ONE PORTION OF THE
(JNION FROM ANOTHER ~
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

Against the lnsidious wiles Of foreign influences
coniure you to believe me- fellowcitixsns jeAl
ousy Of free people ought 70 be constantly awake
uence is one of the most baneful foes OF republican
government Washington
~ hope we may find some means, In future o.
shielding ourselves from foreign influences, pohucai
commercial or in whatever form Il may be attempted
can scarcely withhold myself from joining In the
wish of Sas Dean that there were an ocean OF nre
between this and the old world. "-Js6ason.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

Sin: Allow me to suggest to the old soldiers
who are here looking after their rights, the propre
ty of petitioning Congress for pension instead Of
land warrants The purchase and sale of land
warrants is just as fair and honorable business as
any other: but Congress have no right to encour-
age it under the pretence Of rewarding old soldiers
who when they have spent the pittance they get
for their warrants, will be as bad if not worse
off than they were before they got them. The Civ
ing of land to persons, who it Is known cannot cul
tiyate it looks very much Ikea SPECTATORS move
ment. The idea that Congress can use the public
money to purchase land and then give that land
away, whilst it would be unconstitutional to give
away the money itself, may do for lawyer when
he is cornered, butts unworthy Of legislator, all Of
whose actions should be straight forward and 60
verned by the rules of common sense.
The proposition now is to grant two hundred
dollars worth Of the public land to each old SOL
dier-The old soldier realizing one hundred and
the Spectator one hundred. The old .soldiermay
richly deserve his share but what has the specula-
tor done to entitle him to this gratuity fla man,
sixty years of age, wants any relief at all he wants
a pension in money. The proposition to give
land to minor heirs is altogether speculators
ment. Blythe time theagent has hunted up the heirs
and prepared the documents necessary to secure
such claim his charges win amount to more fhan
half the value of the claim, and by the time the
other half is divided among some ten or dozen
heirs the amount of each share win be so small
that few viii trouble themselves about taking it up
and the Spectator his agent would get the whole
Whilst on the subject permit me to say that when
the price Of the public lands was fixed at 81 as per
acre money was made valuable than it now Is. A
dollar and a quarter now will not go further in the
purchase of articles of necessity than seventy five
cents would then and the public land is that
much cheaper now than II was then. Would itnot
be well to ascertain how many spectators and how
many actual settlers had been benefited by
the 0rgon homestead act, the New Mexican home
stead act the Florida armed settlement act and the
graduation act of last session. &c, before any more
specializing projects, adopteds The only honest
way to dispose of the public lands is to sell them
for cash to whoever may choose to bid for them
and always to stop sale when Bowie knives are
brandished to deter bidders from coming forward.
WoRKr.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

Bosros, 16.--In the House to-day when tho
Senatorial question came up, the minority proceed
ed to put in force plan for defeating the election
Of Mr. Wilson as United States Senator Several
speeches were made for and against him, when a
motion TO postpone the matter for one week was
reiected--yess lat, nays 2s6,
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

NEW YoRK, Jan. l6.---The Chamber of Commerce.
held special meeting this afternoon for the pur-
pose of taking measurers and mark their sense OF
the services OF Commodore Perry. A committee
Of twenty five. distinguished merchants appoint
ed TO take such action as they may deem neces-
sary for the accomplishment of the object in view.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

The above we have compiled from our cx-
changes. It needs no comment No moro
potent argument could be urged in favor
Of the present " American Reformation" Pau
perism and crime are the in evitable re-
suits Of foreign immigration Yet to crafty
demagogues and unprincipled partisan poll
ticians, must we continue, by congressional
legislation, to encourage the importation Of
pauperism, crime, and restitution. No ma
tional purpose can be promoted; no republi-
can institution can 'be sustained, by such a
course Of policy. Besides the direct result,
there are many collateral influences, conse-
quent upon the unrestricted importation Of for
eigners 53
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

MusIc IN LrarsLAruRE--Last Thursday, Vte'
the announcement Of the death Of a member o.
the Massachusetts, Legislature, that body was 80
laced by the Hutchinson family, who sung In theft
best stsle, the Weary are a. Rest from the
speakers chair.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

MAYOR WooD Of New York, has vetoed III,
joint resolutions Of the city councils providing
for the removal Of the ruins Of the old City Hall
on the ground that clause Of the amended char
ter prevents any expenditure over $780, unless tho
work be given TO the lowest bidder after public
notice OF ten days.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

DEAR REvESeE.-A farmer, named Abram Rose,
in Ottawa county, Ohio, having suffered from the
killing OF his cattle by the trains on the Cleveland
and Toledo Railroad, to revenge himself, placed
distractions on the track In consequence, he
was arrested, tried and sentenced TO the penitent-
airy for two years. sHG.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17
ITEMS OF NEWS.

TIE MAYOR OF BRooKLYs is visiting incog. tn
public houses on Sunday, to see how the liquo
ordinance Is observed He takes with him the chic
of police, and wo be unto him who Is found selling
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

ACCIDENT FROM CARELEssSrss. young lady
named Chambss, Of Pleasant Hill, N. g., was re
Gently dangerously wounded by gentleman, who
raised what he supposed 10 be an unloaded gun,
playfany remarkng that he had good mind TO
shoot her The gun was discharged, and the lady
now lies In a critical condition.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

The NEW YoHK CRYSTAL PALACE, though wind,
ing up by the gradual removal Of the articles on
exhibition, is still open at shilling head and,
for the first time, pays expenses as only three at
tendants are required In H.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

Hos. J. c. DoBBIs, Secretary Of the Navy, has
recommended Congress to authorize the building
Of seven steam sloops-ofwar, Of less draught than
eighteen feet, and proposes that they carry an
armament Of 30 or 90 guns, Of heavy calibre.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-01-17

NARROW EscApE.--E. X. Collins ESQ, had a
narrow escape from death injury yesterday in
New York. His horse took fright, and dashed the
carriage to pieces. Mr.. Collins was uninjured He
left New York for Washington In the afternoon.
Weekly Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1853-1861, 1855-07-05

of the place, and the quiet of my meditations
No. Let my friends sleep, and, when life Is
over, let me sleep with them IN the quiet
church yard of the rural village.
I was about to leave Greenwood with feel
mos of disappointment and dissatisfaction,
when my attention was called, by the friend
who accompanied me, to distant corner of
the ground, wonderous thicsly dotted with
little graves On approaching the spot, l
found it the public burial place for little chill
dren. There were strewed side by side near
" a thousand graves, all of children apparent
ly under two or three years of age, and all
made within the last few months. The little
ones sleeping in this unadorned spot were
children of parents too poor TO own a lot III
these grounds, and too poor, except in very
few instances, to afford the smallest stone on
which to inscribe the name of their lost one
But indications of affection, touching indica-
tons, were not wanting. Some of the little
graves were strewed with flowers. The
flowers were IN every stage OF decay, from
withered and dry to wilted or fresh, Showing
that often came the hand of love to scatter
the emblems of youth and innocence ever tn,
grave. On the other graves were arranged
the toys and playthings of the lost little one
Others were covered with sea-shells, gathered
probably by the poor sailor father on foreign
shores. And these little toys, plaything
and shells were all the poor parents and sis
ters. could afford in memory of "the little DO,
that died." or the little girl that like tn
dew-drop "sparkled, was exhaled, and wen
to heaven" These simple tokens of aAfec
ton in the poor axoke in my heart emotion
which the costly monuments of the wealth
had failed to excite.
Weekly Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1853-1861, 1855-07-05
Rumors about Cuba.

1t appears from statement in the Charles
ton Mercury, that the Cuban patriots, despair
ing of aid from the United States, have re-
solved upon a desperate leap for freedom.--
They will consent to admit of gradual eman-
cipation in order to obtain from England q
guarantee of independence. 1t is said they
have memorialized the Abolition Societies Of
England and France on the subject Theil
plan is to anticipate Spain in her plan of AT
ricanizing the Island.
We have but little confidence in the re-
liability of this intelligence. It may be a
deception practiced in order to enlist more
assistance and interference from the United
States. England and France will lend nc
aid to the scheme of emancipation, except
for the purpose of battling that of annexa'
ton. For the present. they are occupied
elsewhere, and will temporize. The great
danger to the scheme of annexation is delay
The public mind should be awakened to thii
fact,
Weekly Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1853-1861, 1855-07-05
Rights of Neutrals.

1t is stated that Capt WATSON of the Eng
lish flying squadron, in the Baltic, has seized
a number OF vessels of neutral nations which
have been wntering in the Prussian ports
and confscated them. The pretext ia, that
the goods seized were the products of Russia
but they were not contraband of war.
This matter has been taken up by Mr.. Ma
SON, our Minister at Paris, and it is to be
hoped that the American doctrine that the
flag covers the merchandise, will be thor
oughly incorporated into marine jurispru-
dence. Nothing has transpired as to the
character of the negotiations, but they are
looked to with interest.
Weekly Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1853-1861, 1855-07-05


HENRY WARD BEEcHER on PHRESoLoGy
In recent Sunday morning sermon to his
congregation this gentleman announced him.
sclfvery decidedly believer in the science Of
Entomology. He not only did this, but recon-
mended its study by his flock, for he contend
ed there was no better preparation for religious
indoctrination than a practical knowledge Of
the human soul as is given by Phrenology.
He furthermore believed if he had had any
any success in bringing the truths of the gos-
pei to bear practically upon the minds fmen,
any success in the vigorous application Of
truths to the wants of the human soul, where
they are most needed, he owed it to the clear
ness which he had gained from this science.
Weekly Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1853-1861, 1855-07-05

HARDENING THE CoNsTITUTIoN.-Men talk
about Hardening the constitution" and with
that view expose themselves to summers sun
and winters wind, 10 strains and over efforts,
and many unnecessary hardships To the
same end, ill-informed mothers souse their
little infants in cold water day by day; their
skin and flesh and bodies as steadily growing
rougher and thinner, and weaker, until slow
fever or water on the brain, or consumption Of
of the bowels, carries them to the grave; and
then they administer to themselves the semi
comfort and rather questionable consolation
of its being a mysterious dispensation of Provi-
dence, when in fact Providence has nothing
to do with it. He works no miracle to coun-
teract our follies.
/ The best way we know of hardening the
constitution is to take good care of it, for its
no more improved by harsh treatment than a
fine garment or new hat is made better by be-
ing banged sbout-Holps Journal Of Health
Weekly Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1853-1861, 1855-07-05

HPostmaster General CAMPBELL was APP
piled to recently by the Postmaster, at York,
Pa, to know whether letter containing, as
was supposed, counterfeit money, could be
opened at the request of the police authorities
in order that the money contained therein
might be identified as the same as that passed
by the prisoner. and that thus further evil
dence might be furnished to aid in his con-
viction and punishment The Postmaster
General replied, emphatically, that it could
not; that he had no right, nor any officer I'M
der him, to open any letter until it reached
the Dead Letter Office, and that this princi-
pie must be always acted upon by those in
the employment of the department
Weekly Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1853-1861, 1855-07-05

ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD LANDS
Among the evidences of immigration to our
own State this season, we observe that the
sales of the Illinois Central Railroad lands this
month, up to Saturday, June 23d, we're $3.50
600. The terms of payment which are Of
fered by the Company form the reason why
their sales to actual settlers are so rapid and
large. Nothing is required down except in
terest in advance for Two years, at which
length Of time after the date of the contract,
the first payment is due, and the remainder OF
the purchase money divided into four annual
installments By this plan purchasers are en-
abled to reserve their capital to use in improv-
ing their land, and makiugit produce enough
to pay for itself, and more too, instead of ex-
hausting all, or the largest share of then
means, in first getting hold of farm of wild
land, as in buying from the government oil
from individuals
Weekly Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1853-1861, 1855-07-05
NJ The following notice of suocessf,,

OF The following notice of successful
ministry in the Christian Chmch at Louisville,
is taken from theCourier of that City.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT THE CHRISTIAN
CHURCH, Coz. OF WALNUT AND FOURTH Ed.
er d. P. Henderson has been engaged for the
past seven weeks in teaching Christianity. in
the church ofthe Christian congregation, on the
corner of Walnut and Fourth streets. He is
now drawing crowds of attentive listeners, and
the spacious house is constantly filled to its
utmost capacity. His ministrations command
great favor; indeed, we have never known any
Christian preacher who so entirely enjoyed the
respect aud love of the intelligent audiences
that assemble nightly to hear him. He is a
remarkable pulpit speaker, as may be inferred
from the fact that his ministrations, after sew
en- weeks almost constant service, are as earn
estly sought after and priced now as at any
time during the meetings. The audience on
Sunday night, consisting of fair representa-.
ton of the intellect of this city, was the largest
one we ever saw assembled in Louisville
Every part of the house was occupied the
allies, the galleries, and the space around the
pulpit were IS thickly planted with people as
they could stand or sit. And throughout the
remarkable discourse of Mr.. Henderson. there
was the profoundest silence and attention Oh
the part of the audience. We understanc
that some of the hearers of the discourse III
tend to write it out and publish it.
Nearly one hundred additions have beer
made to the congregation. A number Wen
baptized in the pool in the church on Sunday
night; others presented themselves to be bap
tized on Monday night, and several wer
baptized yesterday afternoon in Beargras
creek, because of their preference of the run
ming stream to the pool. Among the addition
to the congregation are some of the best peopl
in this city, and none of them have been take
by storm. Elder HendersOns forte is in hi
remarkable reasoning powers. They are of
very high order, and noble heart beats t
{ his refined intellect.
Elder Henderson continues his meeting
nightly for at least portion of this week. HI
subject tonight is "The Positive Institution
Of the New Testament"
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STATE SENTINEL.
From the Democratic Press.
"REMINISCENCES.
BY o. rvERrs.

How the summers breath returning,
Now reminds me Of the burning
OF my hearts iutensest glow
Down the long lane IN the country
Where the iairest Niid-hOwers grow.
Boots Il naughlt 10 tell Of blisses,
Melting sighs and burning kisses,
such a. lovers only know
Xoathful lovers. in the country,
When the fragrant zephyrs blow
How I worshipped her in duty
How nv soul was filed with beauty
How my heart did overflow
Swelling with iOve-laden pulses,
Dreaming naught Of care and wO.
she was more than mortal to ne
And her spirit of did WOO me,
How, no mortal man might know.
through the flowers and stars II woOed me-
Win her own transcendent glow
thus Il Il In life's glad morning,
Love each OeauteOus thing adjoining
Lures US tan We older grow,
Travelling toward another country
Failing gently as We go
Yet how often on that Journey
In fond memory return We,
Pilgrims resting by the way
Mourning for some sweet companion
From whose love We we gone asirai.
So with ne! from her parted
SO with me 4! m heavy hearted,
When the sumner brings again
Nersorv Of the rose and myrtle,
Blooming down The country lane
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Fancy Variety store.
IMPORTED WINES. &C.

CHARAEs MAfERS, No. 40 WASHING
~ ton street, keeps constantly hand very large
stock Of endless variety Of goods, amongst which
groceries, produce and provisions, genuine Havana o.
gars, and the brands Of Virginia tobacco; esh peaches
and tomatoes In tin cans, pickles and preserves sarnes,
HOLSTERS, and a variety Of other fab, white and rcd,
French Spanish, and native wines English ale and por
ter direct from the CustomHo1se pore mornzies and
pocket books unrraled In style, quality, and prices per
fumer combs and brushes Of every description pooksa
cutlery razor knives and forks, dks, and scissors om
the best English manufacturers; German pistols and
guns, Colts and Aliens revolvers, game baSs hshns
tackle, etc, etc. Toys very srge stock Of everything
In that line, bIrdcsges Of every description for cansrss
red Birds mocking birds, mocking birds, etc. also,
breeding cages and ods meets; states, willow baskets,
willow cribs, willow wagons, willow cradles, willow
chairs, at very low prices yolins, guitars, fuies, es
accOrdeons, French haps, tambournes, bsnjocs,
etc Fancy goods large and ns selection, pine and
cedar ware, such ehurns, wash and foot tuba well
horse and water buckets measures, frns pals, butter
moulds ETC., etc Qnck and large sales also purckas-
ing goods at headquarters, enable me 10 sell esps-
csay manufactured goods al unusual low price, Thank
fu for the liberal patronage, which have enjoyed fox
the fourteen years, Isolic respectfully connuHncs
OF the CHARLES MAYER.
No. % Washington street., doors Fast Of TIA Palmer
House.
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