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T.. J. CADWELL'S
ntC CJrEySyyE GALLERY.

y JR. CADWEi.L IL respectfully informs the citizens
u ! Hudson and vicinity that he has all the latest
i Dro, einents for taking I.kcnesses. .
,rTsRnoms over Turner & Rudcs Store, Hudson NJ
TJudson Jan. t6, 1854. lv3il
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]. N. MOTT. NJ. d.

VIJoULD respectfully inform his p,uons and friends
wv that he will be in his office at Mou's Drug store
where he will be very happy to consult and prescribe
for them. He will also tend with the regular prescrl
bug scian in the Village and country Meiicaland
Surgical consultation Particular attention paid Ia pre-
sctipiions for the Lungs, Throat, Eye and Ear.
Hilisd,le Nav 1855,
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Il Deor aiss a, 800 SIMPSONS.
SING, SING--Some very nice bird Cages, tounts
~ and Baths. Also Canary and Hemp seed at
rn.v0otf MOTIFS.
CIDER yINE0 ER- strong ennough 70 walh
~ alone, at SlMrsON .
nR. sTRoNG's sFEvERD DESTROY Err iS!ss'e
TE Ht|.~Iff
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was not so easily satisfied, and returned to the
attack with a despatch. of which we will only
permit ourselves to say that it was ill-calculated
10 restore good feeling between the two coun-
tries, and by no means a fitting acknowledg-
ment of the readiness shown by our Ministry
10 recall a mistake into which they had been
50 innocently led. To this despatch the British
Government has returned q temperate, but firm
and dignifed reE.,y, and has seconded its diplo-
macy by Strengthening its West India fleet
with the ships that have arrived from the
Baltic.
In this position affairs now stand, and we ap-
peal to the conviction Of our readers, whether
these transactions do not disclose on the part
of our own Government a most commendable
spirit of forbearance and moderation, and on
the part Of the Government OF the United States
a desire to force quarrel upon us, at a period
when We may well be supposed to desire, above
all things, the continuance of our present friend
ly relations. We do not appeal to our own coun-
trymen, for there is not any one in England
who has any other feeling to the United States
than that of amity and good WILL or who would
regard a rupture with them as other than a
heavy and grieyous calamity, to be ayerted by
all honorable means. But we appeal to the
respectable, intelligent, and moderate portion
OF the American community, whose influence
We are sorry 10 see not very apparent IN the
present proceedings oftheir Government, wheth-
er they VIII submit to see the alliance-we
might almost call it the union-between the
two countries endangered, and the vast inter
ests of commerce recprocally beneficial i'm
perrilled, for the sake of obtaining little pop
ularity for 2 political party, and influencing, in
however slight degree, the elections of the
coming year. Surely such matters as the con-
tinuance of good understanding between Eng
land and America ought to be too grave for
such heartless trifing. We cannot doubt there
is in the United States large number Of per-
scns, standing aloof from the stormy conflicts
of political life, who are yet not willing TO aban
don the guidance of the vessel Of the State, in
a moment so critical as the present, TO the rash
and inconsiderate hands which are driving her
straight upon the breakers.
We trust that no word may fall from us to
aggrayate the ill-feeling which has been so un-
fortunately excited, or to embitter a quarrel
which it is only due to our Government and
people to say they have done nothing to pro-
woke, and are willing to do everything consist
ent with honor TO allay. We cannot believe,
notwithstanding the extraordinary language
and conduct of the American Government, that
they can really wish to drive matters 10 the ex-
tremity towards which they are so recklessly
urging them; but it is dangerous to sport with
the snsceptibilities of two brave and highspirit-
ed nations and those who are thus eager in
letting out the waters of strife, should consider
well whether they have strength sufficient to
close the hood-gates they have opened.
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wish it would ask itself, Is it worth while, at
this stage of the controversy with Slavery, to
get up conflict on the old question of Protec-
ton; to glorify a Despotism that has crushed
Poland and Hungary; and to minister to the
vulgar hate of Power with which we have
more ties of social and commercial interest,
than with all the world besides?
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TO ADVERTISERS.

ii. =. WHITNEY, is authorized csnvassing agent for
New York city and vicinity, and will receive and forward
advertisements for the Era a our lowest rates.
Advertisements can be lefl his oice, No % Spruce
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KNOW NoTHINGs IN CONNECTICUT.

The Know Nothing or Am erican party of
Connecticut, in State Council assembled, have
been laying down new platform, in which they
declare that all the principles Of the Order are
to be henceforth everywhere openly avowed,
each member to be at liberty to make known
the existence of the Order, and the fact that he
himself is a member. From this circumstance,
i presume we are favored with full account
of the proceedings. The PLATFORM in addition
to an enunciaton of the well-known dogmas of
the Order, advocates protection to American in
dustry and genius, against the adverse policy Of
foreign nations; also, facilities to internal and
external commerce, by the improvement Of
rivers and harbors; demands the unconditional
restoration of the Missouri Compromise de-
clares that Connecticut will never consent TO
the extension Of Slavery over the common do
main of the United States, but, on the contrary,
will strive to exclude the relation of human
bondage from the National Territories; and as
serts that it is the duty of the General Govern
ment TO protect, even by armed intervention if
necessary, the people Of the Territories in the
EsTatIofl -rfcn lalIs Is DO ms s recreant ankle
10 the Constitution and the best interests of the
Union. A resolution was also adopted in favor
Of holding National Convention of the Order
some time In the summer months of 1856, for
the purpose of nominating a candidate for the
Presidency. This seconds the suggestion of the
party in Virginia. who object to the early date
OF I'D February Tor the holding of this Conven-
ton.
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DIsGRACEFUL DISTURBANCE AT BATH Mr.
We hoped, when we chronced the destruction
OF Old South Church, in this city, that we
should never again be panied by the recital of
4 similar outrage upon the rights of any class
of our fellow-citizens; but the late events prove
that we mistook the temper of many of our
people. On Sunday, as the Catholics ATTEMPTED
10 hold religious worship appropriate to laying
the cornerstone of a new church. q LARGE CON
course assembled to witness the exercises.
which were prevented by rowdyism of the lowest
sort and violence. During the forenoon. a
wooden cross which had been erected was for.
chilly pulled down. Early in the afternoon. an
American flag was raised, amid the cheering of
considerable number OF persons, who showed
themselves hostile to the exercises and the oc
easion. Mr.. Russell, acting Mayor, pulled the
flag down, amid shouts of Hustle him out :"
and Kisses; but, on his leaving, it was again nut
up. A rush was made for the cornerstone
which had been previously laid, and several at.
tempts made to remove it from Its setting.
which was prevented, AS we learn, by the exer-
tions of Marshal Walker and Mr.. Constable
Leach, who kept the crowd at bay. There was
much bad talk, shouting, fighting &c. The
Catholics, finding they would be opposed in
their exercises, quietly withdrew, and left the
lawless mob IN possession of the field. No at
tempt that we hear of, was made to arrest any
OF the disturbers ofthe peace, up offour O'Clock
AT about five O'Clock, the crowd, having ac-
complished their objects and prevented the reli-
gious exercises, gradually dispersed. Seeing
the temper of the people, the Bishop sent
word TO his parish that the exercises would not
be held. Some injury was done to private
property, and nuisances committed of which it
is not decent to speak.-Bata Mel Tribune.
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Beg VIII our Know Nothing or american"
friends, as some call them, calmly weigh the
views we are about to present? Now, when
we are renewing our list, it is natural that we
should avoid giving unnecessary offence to our
subscribers; but, the times require plain speak
ing, and we will speak plainly. The Anti-Sla-
very adherents of the Order in the free States
must be prevailed on to give up their connec-
ton with it, and unite with the Republican
Party, or the election of 1856 will result in an.
other four years rule Of the Slave Power.
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circumstances, is no act of hostility or menace,
against the United States, but simply meas
ure of precaution. Our Government, of course,
has right to know whether it be intended as
a menace, and doubtless Mr.. Buchanan de-
manded the requisite information on this point
The National LateUigencer, of the 18th, con-
tains the following significant paragraph:
awe are happy to learn from authentic
sources that good temper and good Judgment
are yet in the ascendant with the high func-
tionaries of both Governments, and that the
idle speculations which, for moment, prevail
ed, have lost their power for mischief. The
official information received by our Govern
ment from London, by the Pacific, affords as
surance that although it is true that a British
squadron was fitting out for the American
waters on special service, yet that squadron
had no purpose of hostility or unfriendliness to-
wards the United States. In consequence of
this intelligence, Commodore Paulding will
proceed to the coast of Central America with
only one ship, (the Potomac in order to look
after our general interests in that quarter"
1t is we'll. No one can blame the British
Government for taking every legitimate precau-
ton to guard its own rights and interests; but
it would do well to remember that there is no
class of Americans, whatever their views in re-
gard to the war in Europe, or whatever their
| sympathies with the cause of the Allies, that
would not promptly resist any, the slightest at
tempt to abridge American rights or trespass
on American interests
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Hampshire held State Convention in Concord
on Wednesday. Most of the towns were repre-
scented. Hon. Harry Hubbard, of Bath, presi-
ded, and made speech against the Know
Nothings, and in favor Of the National Democ-
racy, quoting Choate and Frank Pierce against
the " disunionists." The balloting for a guber-
material candidate resulted as follows: John S.
Wells, Of Exeter, late United States Senator, J
233; Asa p. Cate, of Mortified, 80; scatter
ing, 8. The nomination Of Mr.. Wells was made
unanimous. A series of resolutions were ADOPT
ed; among others, the following-which we copy
from the Journal:
Resotred, That we hold to a strict construc-
ton of the Constitution, abstinence from the
exercise of doubtful or undelegated powers, an
economical administration of the State and
Federal Governments, and scrupulous observ-
ance of the delegated rights of States and ind-
viduals.
Resolred, That we believe in the cardinal
doctrines of State rights and popular sovereign
ty; that We recognise in its broadest sense the
principle that 10 the people of every organized
State and Territory belongs the right or prerog-
ative OF regulating for themselves their own do
mestlc and local affairs, within the limits of the
Constitution; and that we denounce all viola
tons OF this principle, whether by the interior
ence of the Abolitionists of the free States. or
by the aggressions of their abettors in the work
OF sectional agitation from the slave States.
Resotred, That the Constitution of the Uni
ted States is founded upon the fundamental
principles of entire and absolute equality among
the States of this Union, and it is not competent
for Congress, or any other power, to impose
npon new States, coming into the Union any
condition or restriction, in respect to their do
mestic institutions or internal concerns. which
the Federal Constitution has not imposed upon
the original States; and that any effort, on the
part of Congress or any other power, to violate
this principle, should be met and resisted by
all good citizens, as an attempt to trample upon
the Constitution and to destroy the Union.
Other resolutions denounce the Know Moth
ings, endorse the Administration, and recon-
mend the denomination of Franklin Pierce for
the Presidency.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-02-07
Gle asOn's Pictorial
For the Year 4 ls55.

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IYIo a'' fromdhe commencement. having bnuE Eh
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r ar

"ANp what can you tell me about tar
says one.
Well, we can only say that it is very
useful article on every farm, and every body
should be supplied with the very best kind
"Now, there it is again-don't know
that rich pine tar is the best kind; and don't
know that tar can be made of nothing
else?'
"stop! stop my good neighbor, we wish
to tell YOU hop to make it.
"Thunder and tightening! Don't every
body in the Piney- know how to put
up tar-kin! 2"
:" 1t may be that every body know this,
but as all pei sons may not know how to
make Cotton. Seed-tar, we propose to say a
few words upon this particular kind of tar. y
Cnuon-seed.tar! Well, well that beats
me out This book: farming with its jim.
cracks and new notions is going to be the
ruinalion of the whole country"
"Cotton. seed tar is the best kind for three
reasons: lst, Because it is thinner and will
not pitch upon The axil Of wagon or cart I'd,
Because more Of it can be made from the
game quantity Of rich pine. Sd, Because it
consists of large portion of oil, which les
sens friction and causes the wagon or cart to
run lighter. 1t is made by preparing the
bed of the kiln in the usual way, and then
laying down the lightwood, inclined down.
wards towards the vent hole-then cover
the pine six inches thick with cotton seed,
aud then cover with little straw and about
two inches of earth When the kiln is burnt
all the oil in the Cotton seed will be in the
tar,barrel and you will have the best kind
Of tar"
-" don't believe it, blast if do. Good
bye, Sir"
Goodbye, Swellhead."
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Hardware and Cutlery

40 ALI. our old friends, we would say, zoe are
. thankful for past favurs, and to all others who
NAV wish Goods in our line call and see US also.
or send Your orders We will make every effort
(aud il is notorious Of the Goods we keep to give
:. general satis! faction" Our prices SHALL be
in accordance with the times; always assuring our
customers III sell them at the LOWEST MAR
EXT PRICES
We have now in Store fine Stock and are re-
ceiving weekly Amongst which may be found,
50 Tons Band and Hoop IRON,
$50 4" swe,d assorted,
$50 =" English
2vO Smith BELLOWS, all qualities,
500 Kegs" Peru" NAILS,
50 Tons CASTINGS.
100 Duzen Door LOCKS,
100 " Pad g
500 +" Till, Chest. Draw and Trunk Locks.
100 AXES. Collins, Levct,e's and other
makes,
10 I" Superior BROAD AXES,
500 d" HOES, all qualities.
To rnumerate is too tedious. Wehavc the Goods
and want 10 sell them.
We keep all things necessary for Mills Of every
style, Corn Shelters, Straw Cutters, Vices,
Anvils, Smith Tungs, Circular, Hand,
and aIl other kind Of Saws, Screw
and Bales. Knives aud Forks,
P"ckrt Knives Scissors,
Sheas, Screws,
Bots, Spirit Levels,
Guages, Candlesiicks. Planes,
Horse Shoes and Nails, Brushes,
Coffee Mills, Halter, Trace. Stretch,
Log Breast. Continued and F,hh Chains
Rope, Files "f all kinds, beautiful Lot of
Guns, of all qualities, Pistols. Percussion Caps
Curry Conbrs. Game AMI Shot Bags. Powder
Flasks. Dram Flusks Sand and Waffle Irons, Btac $
and Bits, Augrrs, Chisels, Hammers, Draw ng
Knives, Mortars Kettles, Stew Pans, &C.. &c
ROBINSON g. JACKSON.
Hamburg Dec # AZ
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NEW FALL GOODS!
FULL SUPPLIES /!

WILLIAM SHEAR, Augusta, Ga, has re-
w ceved from New York his FULL, SUP
PLIES Of FANCY AND STAPLE DRY GOODS, en-
bracing large and splendid assortment suitable for
the Fall and Winter season, among which are
Rich Fancy co.ored Silks, OF new and beautiful
styles;
Plain Black Silks, in great variety. of style, and
of superior quality;
Rich Paris printed DcLaines, and Fancy of all
Wool Plaids;
Lupin's colorcd white and black Merinos, and
plain coored Del.aines;
A very large supply Of small-fgured, all-wool
printed eI.aines, for children, Of new and beauti-
full styles;
English and American Fancy Prints, in grea
variety Of styles;
Superior Scotch fancy Ginghams, of new and
beautiful Winter styles;
Elegant French Embroideries, embracing La
dies Collars, Chcmizettes, Underslceves and Hand,
kerchiefs, Of new and splendid styles;
Ladies' Black and Colored Cloth Cloaks and Tai,
mas of the latest styles;
Ladies' Rich Embroidered and Plain Paris Silk
Velvet Cloaks
a large supply of Ladies', Misses and Children's
Hosiery, of the best make;
Ladies and Gentlemrn's Sup Gauntlet Gloves
i>auleo NilSSeS NlellHO anu SHh 'So'oi
Gentlemen's and Youths Silk and Merino Shirts
and Drawers:
Superior Wcch Gauze, Saxony and Silk Warp
and Heavy Flannels;
Superior English Colored Fannels, for Ladies'
Sacks;
English and American Cotton Flannels, of extra
quality;
a very large supply Of Mourning Goods, for La
dies use, Of superior quality;
Supurior 1874 Linen Sheeiings and Pillow Case
Linens;
Superior 8-4 and l0-4 Table and Damask Dia
pers, some Of extra quality;
Rich Damask Table Cloths and Napkins, some Of
extra size;
Scotch and Birds Eye Diapers, extra Gnc, for
chdrens wrar
Heavy Scotch Diapers and ITunkabanks, for
Towelling;
Superior Whitney and Merno Blankets Of extra
SIZE and quality
Superior Crib Blankets;
Also, great variety of other seasonable articles
suitable for Family and Plantation use. The publ c
are respectfully invited to call and examine the as
sortmeDt.
w. S. especially solicits call from his ong-con-
tinucd friends and patrons, and assures them that
no cxertinns on his part will be wanting to supply
them with the latest and most desirable styles Of
Guods at The Invest prices.
Augusta, Nov Ia II A
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Irish Potatoes.

Now is the time to plant for an early crop
Of this most valuable of esculents. AS many
of our readers may be at lost to know how
to manage this crop, the following extract
from the Southern Cultiuator may aid them,
If any one knows 4 better method we would
be glad to learn, as the Irish potato is all the
bread we eat while it is in season.
MIR EDITOR Having seen an article
in your valuable paper, on the culture Of the
Irish potato, and the plan differing from the
one have adopted, | will briefly give you
mine. break my land twice very deep,
about the first of January. then lay off
nv rows from IL to Is inches apart, with
shovel plow, run twice in the same furrow.
! then cut my potatoes and drop them ten
inches apart, place them in the bottom OF
the furrow with the eye up; then scatter
stable manure slightly on the potatoes. This
done, | fill the furrow with rotten wheat
straw, or oak leaves, (!he straw is preferable)
scatter the straw or leaves all over the ground
to the depth of IL inches; or sufficient to
keep the weeds from coming up. | do no
more to my potatoes until they are fit for
use. The potatoes raised in this manner
are much whittier and more tender than those
raised in the ground. When the potatoes
are large enough for use, just raise the straw,
pick the large ones of, and leave the small
ones; placing the straw back again. In this
manner go over my patch several times in
the season. | think more potatoes can be
raised on the same land, with less labor in
this way, than by any other plan that have
seen tried. A PLANTER.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-02-07
FOR THE ADVERTISER.

MEssRs. ED1roRs In perusing your
valuable paper OF the 24th ult, my attention
was attracted by an unfortunate experiment
made by your friend "BAD LUCK" in his
effort to raise Melons. and believing it to
be, not only the privilege, but the duty of
every Soulherner, to exercise every nerve, in
his mental faculty, in facilitating the progress
of Agricultural enterprise, ! deem it not i'm.
proper to make suggestion 10 " BAD
LUCK" in regard to the course he should
pursue in the preparation Of his composition.
Now. if he would just take a little Guano
and Gypsum, and mix well with the char
coal, am inclined to think it would give
the matter different flavor; and no doubt,
his vines would flourish, and yield abun-
dantly, and in his next annual report he
could have the pleasure of changing his
christened name. PUTER.