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Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
Progress in the Right Direction.

We copy the following proceedings Of e
Republican meeting in Wheeling from the
Wheeling Inte!ligeneer, in which paper it
was published at advertising rates. 1t is an
evidence of progress in the right direction.
There is nothing in the principles of the
Republican party that is hostile to the rights
of any southern man, and therefore there
should be no opposition to their free discus
sion in any Slave State. We are not at
all surprised to see the proceedings of this
meeting in Wheeling. We were aware
that there were very many individuals in
Ohio, county who sympathized with the
friends of Fremont and DAYTON. The
names connected with this meeting are
names of intelligent men, and several of
them men of property. and extensive inHu-
ence. Push on the good work.
Republican Association.
An adjourned meeting of Republicans
met at the American Hall, Centre Wheel
ing, and organized by making Mr.. l. NJ.
Pumphrey, Chairman, and Mr.. R. Pratt,
Secretary. A constitution was reported md
adopted, organizing an association to be
called the Republican Association of Ohio
county, Va.
The Constitution was signed and perma-
nent officers elected, as follows: Mr.. E. NJ.
Norton, President; Nessrs Vincent Brown,
Lat. H. Juy, and A. C. Partridge, Vice
President; DIR. ]. Thoourn, Secretary; and
Mr.. James Wilson, Treasurer.
The Philadelphia Platform was read and
adopted by unanimous vote.
Messrs. L. FL. Woodward, ]. Thnburn,
Fischer, E. N. Norton. and I NJ. Pun
phrsy, were appointed Committee on Cor
respondence to take immediate steps to-
wards the formation of Fremont and Day
ton electoral ticket for the State of Vn-
ginia.
Adjourned, to meet ct the Melodeon Hall
on Friday evening next, Aug. l5, 1856.
In. HUMPHREY, Chairman.
R. PRATT, Sec'y.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
Letter from r. DAYTON.

Among ,he distinguished gentlemen in
vited to attend the Dayton Convention, who
were unable to comply, was the Republican
candidate for Vice President. His reply to
the Committee of Invitation was as follows:
LONG BRANCH, N. Y, % July, 1856.
GENTLEMEN: Your letter of the 10th inst.
inviting me to address general mass meet
ing of the Republican young of Ohio. to be
held at Dayton, on "Wednesday, the 3Oth of
this month, has been duly forwarded to me
at this place.
There are many reasons, which, under
other circumstances, would induce prompt
acceptance ,i your invitation. Outside of
New Jersey, there is, think, no State in
the Union which, in proportion to popula-
ton, contains so much of Jersey blood and
Jersey feeling as the State of Ohio. Emil
grants from our soil were amongst your ear
lest settlers, and they and their descendants
have contributed much, doubt not to the
growth and prosperity of your noble State.
Among your people, aside from al. questions
of public nature / should feel myself sur
rounded with friends-that had, in truth,
but reached second home.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
LETTERS FROM THE PEOPLE.
MARTINsvILLE, Aug. IL, 1856.

MARTTNSVILLE, Aug. III, 1000.
To the Editor of the Belmont Chronicle:
Saturday last was the sday set apart by
the friends of Messrs. FILLMORE and DON
ELsoH, in this vicinity for the erection of a
pole, the delivery of speeches, etc. The
day being favorable, a gOOdly number OF
persons of all political parties were on the
ground. The "African Democracy" look
ing, as they do, on the FILLMoREITEs as
their Natural Allies in the present contest
of course were present, and rendered all the
'aid and comfort" iu their power. While
the FILLMORE psrty, its members, in this
place, "like angels visits being few and far
between" was rendered apparent by the i'm
portance of several Flat-boAt loads of equal
flied voters" from the Old Dominion, who
following the example of the compatri0is
in the border counties of Missouri, '.jus'
come over to see that things went right
The Republican Party of course was well
repre- sented. The members of this party
anxious to know facts and weigh arguments
are always on hands to hear those of ou-
posite Political opinions, especially when il
is announced that the speakers will demon
strate the "Union to be in danger"
There being some little delay in getting
the pole up, our friend N. H. SMITH. the
leader of the "MartinsyilIe FREMONT .anC
DAYros Glee Club" suggested the propriety
OF improving the time by doing a little
towards the Republican cause. Judging from
the appearance of the persons on the grornc
that the Republicans were Ear from being in
minority he thought he would endeavor tc
obtain few subscribers for the CHRONICLE.
He accordingly commenced canvass witt
a zeal which should characterize every trus
Republican, and in short time succeeded
in securing Sc subscribers for the Campaign
paper, enclosed you will find tbs money.
Yours Respectfully,
]. B. FARIS.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

FThe Anti Slavery Standard, the or
gan of the Garrison Abolitionists, IS down
hard on Fremont and Dayton. 1t gives in
its leading article of last week, an extract
Of a.let:er from "clear sighted Abolitionist
in Massachusetts," who says that the sue
cess of the Republicans "wil in its benumb-
ing and satisfy ing influence retard the move
ments of the slaves redemption" Speaking
of the movements of the friends OF Fremont
it says:
at is for their own protection. for The
safely Of white freemsn that they drs banded
together against Shareholders The slave is
to be left to The mercy of his tyrant wher-
ever he may be found south of particular
degree of latitude. The master is still to
have his right of hunting his slave over the
free States, and he is TO have his privilege
in Congress by virtue of the souls o! men
he trades in, and is to be protected, by the
whole physical force of the Nation against
any attempt of the slave to rescue himself
from his degradation"
WilEcut at all endorsing the doctrines of
the Republican party to their full extent,
We think that the Standard, inadvertently,
no doubt does justice to this party and
presents them in a manner that ought to
make some of the fire eating pro-slavery
men hang their heads in shame. Stripped
of its rhetorick, the plain prose of the above
extract describes species of aoolitionism
to which we have no very insuperable objec-
tion.-Wellsburg (Va.) Herald.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
The real Disunionists,

We invite attention to the array of Dis
union sentiments promulgated by Southern
Democrats. Let Republicans read these
carefully and not only show them to their
neighbors. but offer them in refutation oi
the charges of Disunionism against Repub-
licans. 1t is not true that Republicans are
Disunionists, on the contrary, they are the
only true friends of the Union. 1t is grossly
absurd to suppose that opposition to tyranny
in this country is subversive of the Union.
This is point on which our enemies should
be met, and their charges should be made
70 recoil on themselves.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
GAINESVILLE, August 4th

To the Editor Of the B'Imont Chronicle:
The citizens of this Township, having de-
termined to organize q fremont Club, met
for that purpose at the "City Hotel" in
GAINESVILLE, and after adopting Constitu-
ton elected the following officers: Presi-
dent, ]. W WAKEFIELD; Vice-Presidents,
J. T. ScHoFIELD, SAMUEL DAVENPORT and
HIRAM HIBBARD; Secretary. ]. N. SMITH;
Treasurer, VIM. REED. The Constitution
was then presented, which received the sig
natures of flty-fve voters of Warren town
ship.
We are determined TO go to work IN earn
est, and you may rest assured that Warren
township will do her duty in the coming
contest. We intend to correct that opin-
ion which the opposition have been so free
to promuIgate, that Barnesviile will refuse
her support to FREMONT and DAYTON.
By order of the Club,
j. N SMITH Secretary
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
Our Exchanges-Their Politics

We have on our exchange list sixty-three
newspapers. They were principally Old
Lire Wing and Democratic papers. They
stand now: For FREMONT 35, BUCHANAN
10, FILLMORE ., Independent or neutral Is,
Undecided /. The plymouth Advertiser
the Noble County StGr, and the Christian
Harbfnqsr, formerly Independent papers, and
the Vincennes Gazette, formerly FILLMORE
paper, are included in the list Of FREMONT
papers. The Wheeling Intsllieencer, an Old
Line Wing paper, is now for BUCHANAN
The Wheeling Gazette, an old Whig paper,
is now for FILLMORE. The National Intel
lgencer, is undecided.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
from the Toledo Blade.
From the Toledo Blade.l
Lieut.. Gov. Myers for Republican,
ism.
TOLEDO, July 2oth, 1856.

TOLEDO, July 2cth, 1896,
EDITOR B1LpE:--A copy of the enclosed
article was sent to :he De ia Press with q
request to have i: pub lished in that paper,
but the Pres being a neutral paper, its Edi-
tor did not feel at liberty to publish l.. |
now send it to you for publication; in order
that my reasons may be known for declining
to have nv name further used as a candidate
for Congress, (although had previously as
sented land as my Justification for sePara-
ting from many eff nv political friends with
whom have long acted, and for whom |
entertain the highest regard. But prefer
ring the approval of my own conscience to
any other consideration. j am foreea3Efo the
position now assume, position which !
believe to be consistent with Jefersonian
Democratic principles and antecedents Of
the Democratic party. i cannot support any
party whose organization | am satisfied is
used to aiG the extension of slavery in:o
Free Territory.
The article for the Della Press was written
in great haste. in order to have it publ shed
in time to relieve my friends from any em-
barrassment in the choice of delegates to
the Democratic Congressional Convention.
Being out of the State, circumstances be-
yond my cou,ro! delayed its publication.
JAMES MYERS.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

PoLIIIcAL SIGNS IN PENNSYLVANIA -
We receive at this Office sixty five political
newspapers from the State Of pennsylvana
published there. They are divided between
the three leading political parties in the
following proportions: For Buchanan there
are twenty lone, with a circulation of 32,-
600; for Fillmore there are three, with a
circulation Of l,7OO; while for Fremont
there are forty-one, with circulation of
S8,5l2. Who will say that Pennsylvania
is not in an incipient state of revolution!--
~ Y. Herald.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

Agreeable, however, as such a visit would
unquestionably be to me personally, my ex-
isting engagements and (permit me to add)
the prcprietiss of my present position, seem
to require that aveid, as far as possible, all
personal participation in the political gath
erings of the coming campaign. These nust
be my apology for absence from your intend
ed demonstration.
Approaching highly the kindness OF your
invitation, and deel ly impressed with the
importance of the pri nciples you advocate,
am, very respectfully, yours,
WIN L. DAYTON.
To LEWIS B. GUNcKEL, Esq, and others,
Committee.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
Arkansas Election.

Returns from this State are contradictory
By dispatch in the National Intelli9encer
we learn that Col. YELL, (American,) is
elected Governor, while dispatch in the
Tribune says the Democratic ticket is gen
orally elected. We presume the fact is
that sufficient returns are not received to
enable us to forH Q correct Judgment of the
result.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

HTMr. WELL1Ee, of the American En-
terprie undertook to make a speech in West
Wheeling one night last week, bot was in
ferrupted by mob of rowdies, and eeged.
Desperate cases require desperate remedies
go prepared next time, Brother; there is
but one kind of argument for such persons.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

0FNo one ever said positively that Judge
KEYNos was for FREMONT. twas merely
published as a rumor. This is the first pub
lication Of the kind that has been contra
6icted, whereas, on the contrary, numbers
of those who have been published as for
BUCHANAN, are known 10 be warm FIRE.
MONT men.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
Nervous and Rheumatic Affecti onS!

ave have used this medicine ourselves,
and in many cases with the greatest success.
The most celebrated of our German Physi-
clans are recommending it. During this
changeabe weather, while most persons are
troubled with nervous and rheumatic affec-
tions, it will be found valuable remedy
Stsats ZsiiuBy.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

The Plymouth Qa.) Banner has hauled
off from Buchanan and hoisted Fremont and
Dayton at the head OF it's columns. The
work goes on bravely at Plymouth, with
Mr.. John Greer at the helm of the Bonner.
"Fcrever float that Banner" &c.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

GrS. s. Cox, Esq, has received the
nomination for Congress from the Demo-
eraey in the Columbus district. Mr. c. was
formerly Editor of the Statesman, and is a
man of decided talent. He is altogether too
good q man to be sacrificed, as he will be
next fall
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
North Carolina Election.

In North Carolina the candidates for Gov
error were GILMER, American, and BRAGG,
Democrat. BRAGG is elected Governor, and
there is a Democratic gain Of Eve in the
Legislature.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

Conference.-The Republican and
American State Conventions of Connecticut,
on Wednesday, united upon an electoral
ticket for Fremont and Dayton. Ex-Gov
Dutton and Julius CatIin are electors at large.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
Kentucky Election.

In Kentucky the appearances are that the
Democracy are victorious by very decir ed
msjoriiy. There are net sufficient returns
as yet TO form any opinion as to the nsjori-
ties
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

A Buchanan paper which has condemned
the Kansas Territorial laws is wanted as u
curiosity, to be exhibited on the Ath of March,
1867.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

tTA resolution paying Gov. REEDER
mileage and per diem during the pendancy
Of his claim to a seat, was carried in the
House by twenty-three majority.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

Hon. Sam. GALLOWAY This able and faith
ful champion of freedom, has been re-uom:n-
ated for Congress in the Columbus district.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

trCongress has granted one million FIVE
hundred thousand acres of land to the State
Of Mississippi for Railroad purposes.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

A DUE1.-Messrs. PYoR and RIDGwAY,
editors of Richmond fought duel at Blad-
ensburg on Wednesday morning.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14

o. The Legislature of Connecticut has
appropriated three thousand dollars IN aid VI
the Pilgrim Monum ent at Plymouth.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1856-08-14
Arrival ofthe Asia.

New YORK, Aug. THE Asia has just
been siglalled off Sandy Hook.
Six p. m.-The steamship Asia has just
arrived, bringing advices from Liverpool to
Saturday the 26th.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04

HEnTu on Tux C1rY.-Since the HERALD set
itself to work to secure the health Of the city,
much has been done under the goad Of public
opinion thus excited into action. Our reports Of
Saturday, and those Of yesterday, from the filthy
districts. are much worse than we anticipated.
But the citizens are becoming vigilant, aud we
shall soon know the extent Of the danger we have
to encounter At first there was immense indig-
nation from the officials at our course. Other
papers, FOR fear Of giving them offence, or losing
subscribers, held their peace; but nov ii turns
out we did not expose one-qnarter Of the nui-
sances which actually exist With what face,
with what decency, can the authorities now pre-
tend they have performed their appropriate du-
ticsg How much longer are they to humbug the
public. who support them in their idleness, and
are abused If they complain
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04

tered himself Straightway these love tales
travel through the country-are used by
Mr. Buchanan's friends as electioneering docu-
ments, and become legitimate subject of COM
ment for the independent press. But no sooner
are they alluded to in the slightest manner than
out come all these papers ranting and Tuning,
and crying out against the wanton invasion Of
the private sanctuary, of which they had already
uncovered all the mysteries.
We have had, for many years, some personal
acquaintance with and knowledge Of Mr.. Fill
more and Mr.. Buchanan, and we have invariably
felt and shown them the respect that is their due.
We purpose to make no alteration in this line Of
policy now. We have never to our knowledge
seen Col. Fremont, or had any intercourse with
him. We support him, simply because he is the
representative of the great movement by which
we expect the safety and honor of this country
will be secured, and a final term set to the
slavery agitation which has been SO severe trial
n times past.
If the organs of the parties which support Mr.
Fillmore and Mr.. Buchanan dislike so grievously
personal criticisms, why did they not think of
this before they opened the foodgates of malevo-
lence upon the fair fame, and the pure character
of COL Fremont?
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04
Our Philadelphia Correspondence.
PHILADELPHIA, August 3, ls5


Rain at Last-Deeth ~ Worthy Citsen.
About noon the armament lowered, and al eyes
cast towards heaven for rain, which Is falling
copiously, and may II continue without interrnissiors
until the bowels Of the earth mostened and satursod
by its benign influence.
regret to announce the dernise this morning OF q
worthy citizen W. Clarke, Esq, wealthy banker in
South Third street. aged about SIS years His
swelling in the throat which first made It's appearances
about month since, and notwithstanding the aid Of Tho
most celebrated physicians of this city h. every ssy
grew until death terminated his sutftrags IA
every relation Of life the deceased unassuning
cable, and honorable a large famif and q
wide circle OF reads and acquaintance pore mis- loss
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04

CRoToN WArER.-It appears, from the Judi.
cious and well timed report of Mr.. Van schaicS,
of the Croton Water Department, that the supply
for the city has greatly diminished during the,
hot weather. The shovel and broom depart
mcnts were quite willing to have their duties
performed by the Croton Board, but the Board
having wide awake officer at their head, have
shovelled back the filth Of the streets upon those
whose business it is to clear it away. When we
have scarce enough water for ordinary purposes,
they have no idea of pouring il out FOR The bene-.
tit OF set OF lazy officials 1t would b. il pretty
piece Of business 10 have
Water, water, every where aud not a .ro1 70 drink
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04

Personal ATTACKS oS PRESIDENTIAL CAyDi-
naTEs.-It is amusing to witness tie contortilns
of many of the mean dsreputablg papers in the
support Of Fillmore and Buchanan when the
chalice they have been 80 free in using Is carried
to their own lips Immediately on the nomina-
ton Of Col. Fremont he was assailcd in The most
malignant manner and the most outrageous
personalities were hcaped upon him by the lead
ing journals in the interest of Fillmore and
Buchanan The Richmond Enquirer, for In
stance. was not content with villifying Col Ere
mont in person; hyena-like, il invaded the tombs
Of his father and mother, and dug up their re-
mains to tear them with uncxampled ferocity
The principal Fillmore organ in this part Of the
country has contained nothing else for weeks but
miserable lios and SANDERS and nonsense about
Col Fremont, Col Fremonts religion COL FIRE.
monts family, Col Fremonts private affairs,
Col. Fremonts dongs. Yet when an Independent
journal ventures to remark or comment on the
developments they have made themselves Of the
character Of their candidates, they rant and
fumc like maniacs ready Tor the insane asylum.
The Boston Poa and the New York Ae,cs, for
instance, both published romantic story Of Mr.
Buchanan's early loves, Of the sorrowful death
Of The lady and Of the danger he encoun-
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04
Personal Intelligence.

Col John II George, If New Hampshire, has dec'in
the appointment &C Secretary Of Minnesota Territory.
Letters from Ifesingfors state that tho Grand Du
Nicholas nspec tor General Of Fnninccrs raid visit
that place on board tho steamer Rurik, July o.
imperial hgbness cosely examined the defcnces % Sw,
borg ar especially the new advanced WORKS which a
intended 10 make NJ for any previous deficiencies and
render 10 the points assalcd by the allied
during the bombardmont stlll more perious. Tho Ora
Duke was accompanied by Gen. Todlebcn
Prince Chka returned 10 Jassy on the OF Of July frc
his tour In Southern Moldavia
The King Of Belgium, The Count Of Flanders, AMI I
Princess Charlotte returned TO Iacken the evening
July 10. Almost 81 the time that the Belgian ro'
family were crossing the water homewards the Prlbs
Princess and Princess Louisa of Prussia, travsrsed !
sea on their way 10 England. The Trussian envoy,
ron dc Brockhausen proceeded 10 Vervess - meet -
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04
r III T. l. = " EST ~ g W 3
sy MAENt iM AND pnlNTlNG nsi.4aaa.s,
From Wa sIlingsOn.

From Washington.
THE NEW GOVERNOR OF KASSAS-ELECTIoNEERI In G,
DOCUMENTS, ETC.
WASHINGTON, Aug ., 1853.
Col Geary has accepted the appointment Of Governor.
arkansas, and vii proceed thence MS ns1
tons made out.
am crediby informed that nothing has been received,
by government from Spain Indicating any difficulty.
or trouble; therefore all the reports to that
premature.
The Democratic National Committee have 50 bscTyb
for one hundred thousand copies Of Senator's
p ats letter.
Reverdy Johnson is preparing letter. which will be,
published next week, declaring for Buchanan.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04
Mails for the Pacific.

TEE NEW YORK HERALD-CALIFORNIA EDITION
The United States steamship Illinois, Captain Boggs
yin leave this port TO afternoon at two O'CLOCK
~ Aspinwa.
The mails for California and other parts OF the Pscnc
viii close Al one O'Clock
The NEW YORK WEEKLY HxRArD-California edition
aiming the latest intelligence from all parts of the
word viii be published eleven O'Clock In the morning
Single copies, IN wrappers, ready for mailing, sixpence
Agents viii please send in their orders early as pos
gible
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-08-04

A Rap TIlr ron ARCHBISHOP HrGuEs.--Tho
boobies Of The Fillmore organ assure us that
with the election Of Fremont or Buchanan Arch
bishop Hughes win bc empowered to 90 to Rome
10 get red hat. Awful news this but why 90
to Romcs Genn can supply red hat rs well as
the Pope, and perhaps better article, and az
red. too. a. tho rcddeSt hat in the Vatican. Why
then. send the Archbishop to Rome il he wants
rcd Lat, aud why red Why not a white hau