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Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
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GTon our first page will be found that Ja-
nous speech made by the Hon. L. D. CAMP
BELL, at an American ratification meeting a
shcrt time ago. and which has spread such
consternstion throughout The RANKS OF Black
Republicanism. The last Register contained
O letter p Tporting to be from LEW" denying
that he made the speecb-or ever uttered the
sentiments attribu ted 10 him in the speech in
regard 10 the slavery question. The fact OF
his being present at the meeting and making
a speech, will throw a shade Of doubt over his
denial, and me people Of this county will re-
quire more evidence than his mere say-so, 10
believe 10 the contrary. We learn, that he
also attended another meeting OF the same com
plexion in Georgetown, D. c., and made .
speech ia which he reiterated The sentiments
expressed in the one we have published. We
think the people are satisfied, from the EVIL
denee they have had. that "Lew" has gone
over, and intends to support The nomination o.
Fillmore and Donelson. II is a bitter dose fol
Black Republicanism, but they must swallow
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
small couIort for the fiumoreans.

The noisy bossiings OF the Know-Nothins
journals must receive a cold chill from the
following calcula,ihn oflhe New. YORK Herald,
made "ss strongly rs possible against the
Democratic party" The Herald goes too far
in giving Tennessee, or even Kentucky, 10
the Know nothings-and in subsiracting .
number Of Eastern andw estern States from the
Democratic column. Take The table as II is,
bowetet, il shows truly a lOmentable prospect
for The Know-nothings and the Blach Repub'
Hcnns, and glorious result for the Democracy,
which will surely be realized, if our party
carry oul the saving principles Of harmony,
energy. union, and Of measures, not men,
The following is an estimate Of the Presi,
DENTAL electoral vote Of 1856, based OF The
late elections, on The present organization O
parties, and on all the existing Indications o.
the drin OF the popular, vote, State by State
majority or plurality, in November:
ar.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
Presidential.

In q review Of Presidential candidates, run,
ming over some twenty names, the New York
Herald thus alludesto the statesman who now
holds so distinguished q place in the thoughts
OF the American and European world:-"Mr,
BUCHANAN. who is on his way TO the White
House with b is friends, is undoubtedly an able
statesman. besides being something Of a poll
tician. Perhaps no prominent mar in the
Union possesses as much OF what is known
as common sense as JAMES BUCHANAN. AS
long ago os 1852. when Mr.. Clay was charged
with bargain and corruption and there were
no charts for politicians 10 steer BY, Mr.. BUcH-
ASAN managed in that bitter controversy Ia
make his position satisfactory to both parties
II must not lie inferred from this that we re.
gard him as q trimming politician. Far from
il. Few men have expressed more prompt and
decided opinions. Even when the Oregon bill
with the wilmot proviso, was before President
Polk for approval Nj. BUCHANAN strongly al.
vised veto, regarding The restriction os un'
constitutional. As man Of great abilities
common sense, fearless energy and bold denun
%ciation. Mr.. Buchanan is one Of the FIRST states
men Of the Union"
The New Orleans Crescent names the Hon
John Siidell, the Senator from Louisiana, ant
the embodiment Of the Cuban continent il
the State, as Vice President on the ticket witt
The Hon. JAMES BUCHANAN.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
Senator pugh,

The Scioto Valley Republican pays Hon
GEO. E Poor, the present able democratic
United States Senator from Ohio, The following
fine compliment:
ave noticed day or two ago. a very eulo'
CYSTIC article in The National lnielligencer il
reference TO This distinguished young Senator
OHIO should I've proud Of him. We have know
him for many years and have always admire'
him os a man oIexiraordinary legal and liter
airy talents. He is beautiful sneaker, AM
will make his mark as statesman. We diffe
from him in po%liIice. but old fiend Lot canno
but accept our simple euoIogy as a SINGER
Tribute 10 moral worth and every thing els
that makes a truly noble and great man.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

uThe time for holding the township cleo
tions throughout the county is near a! hand,
and it behooves our Democratic friends and al
others opposed to Know Noihlngism, TO be
watchful and prepare for the contest. These
elections, although looked upon by many al
unimportant, are nevertheless Of considerable
moment in political view. The Know No'h
ing and Black Republicans are now %activel,
engaged in drumming up their forces, with tb'
hope that if they can succeed in defeating The
Democrats now, ii will add strength to thei
ranks in the fall, and SO it may. II therefore
is the duty Of the Democrats in the Giferen
townships 10 see that good tickets are hrcuglr
forward, and that a full party vese is polled
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

"lNDIA, or TIE PEARL OF PEARL RIVER
We have rece wed a copy OF this excellent
work, from the famous publishing honse Of Mr.,
T. B. PETERSON OF Philadelphia. onG glanced
hastily over its pages, and we are certain thu
all-who read the look, will bear US out in say
ing shat it is the best work Of American lite
rature that has appeared before the public 70
a long time, and the best production tina
has yet came from the prolific and vivid pei
of its distinguished authoress. 1t needs onl.
to be read to be admired. Copies OF the worl
will be sent free Of postage 10 any part {" tn
United States, on RENTING S1,25 10 the Pub
fishers.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
OHIO LEGISLATURES.
CoLUMBUs, March 90.

SESArE.-The bill authorizing The Commits
'%sioners Of Hamilton County 10 appropriate
8 5000 10 building o bridge across Whitewater
Run at Harrison passed.
The bill 10 authorize The independent banks
to give security by placing fifty per cent. OF
their deposits OF the stocks Of Massachusetts,,
New York, Indiana, Illinois and Michigan
with the Auditor under certain restrictions
passed.
Several bills were read o second time and
referred to the Committee Of the Whole.
The Senate in Executive session confirmed
the nomination OF James w. Brooks TO be Col
lec,or at Logan, Frank Miller 10 be Collector
at Canal Dover, and David Atwaser 10 be Col.
lector at Masillon.
These combinations were unanimous.
The Temperance Committee reported back
the bill to amend the Temperance Law. The
amendments Of the COMMITTEES OF the Whole
were adopted.
A discussion upon the merits ofthe bill oc.
cupied a greater portion OF the forenoon ses-
sion, when the bill was laid on the table.
In the afternoon, there being no quorum, in
c~nes,quence Of the session OF the State Coun.
Gil, the Senate adjourned.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
Washington GaardA."

This fine company were out in full uniform
on last Saturday afternoon, under the com.
mand OF Capt: L. Il. McCABE, accompanied by
the eaton Cornet Band" whose sweet mu.
sic always sends a thrill of pleasure 10 every
bosom. Tie company, after pafading around
the stlsets, dismissed until the evening, where
they assembled al the eagle Saloon" and
parlook Of a StnmP iuous Oyster Supper, by re-
toais we're drank and speeches made of The
most agreeable and pleasant kind. We arr
glad 10 see that The Com, any is increasing il
number. Ii could not DO otherwise when it
commando ing Officers are such whole -soule,
fe llows. Long life 10 them all.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
Earthquake at San Francisco, & Jsddo, China

6nh sh4AoAo ~
On the 18Th OF last month. the citizens Ct
San Francisco were awakened by most yio-
lent shock Of an earthquake. The movement
Of the earth was very violent, the bu ildinss
swayed 10 and fro, and much damage was done
in various paris Of the city. The shock caus-
ed much olam--men, women and children
were running through The streets in tl.eir
night clothes, seeking s'fety from supposed
danger. Instances OF persons being thrown
ont of bed, Of clocks stopping, breaking Of
windows, cracking Of walls, and disarrahgihg
OF household things generally, are entirely loo
numerous 10 mention. The whole city was
in uproaE and many aud ludicrous are the in
cidents related By the San Francisco papers.
The shock was felt slightly in various portions
OF California.
The Earthquake at Jeddo in China, destroy.
ed one hundredl thousand dwellings, fifty foul
temples, and thirty thousand inhabitants. Fire
broke out at the same time in thirty dife rent
parts of the city. The earth opened ant
closed over thousands Of buildings with thei
occupants.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
Congressional
nOINGs IN CONGREss.

D. {" A
SENArE.-Mr. Seward offered q resolution,
which was adopted, requesting the President
to communicate to the Senate any information
relative 10 the revolutionary proceedings in
Nicsrsgua. especially in regard to the seizure
Of the property OF the Transit Company.
On motion OF Mr.. Seward the COMMITTEES on
Library was instructed 10 consider the exped-
ENJOY OF some Legislative recognition Of the en-
inent services Of the expedition OF Dr. Kane in
the Arctic region.
The Senate then resumed co nsideratien OF
the Deficiency Bill but which was not con-
Iclnded.
On motion Of Mr.. Weller the Pacific Rail-
ia.
The bill creating q public printing, book
binding and engraving establishment was made
the special order for April 90.
Adjourned.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,.

A bill to regulate the admission ofattorneys
in certain cases, and q bill to authorize plank
road companies TO establish toll bridges, were
defeated for want of constitutional msjoriies.
Bills were introduced TO amend the act for
the relief Of the poor aud for the reduction oil
'Sherffs fees for keeping prisoners in jail,
Mr.. Slough introduced a bill 10 amend The
act TO preserve the purity OF elections.
The bill 10 regulate the Offices OF State
Treasurer and Auditor were considered IN
Committee Of the Whole, hut no definite ac'
|tion taken.
Adjourned,
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
uTThe Director Of the United States Min

uJThe Director Of the United States Mint
suggests a return 10 the smaller gold pieces.
which OF late years have been almost wholly
superseded by the double eagles, OF $40 pie.
ces, paid out 10 depositors. He seems to think
that Ibis will lend 10 force the more general
circulation Of gold into common currency "a
take the place OF small bank notes. He
points 10 the fact that Englopd, France, ant
Germany employ very little gold above the de-
nomination Of orr hall esgle, or IS pieces
Most Of their circulations is below this piece
in value. 100
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

Mr.. Fgly introduced o bill to amend the act
ia regulate the inspection OF Tobacco.
Mr.. Holmes introduced a bill 10 prevent and
punish fraudulent transactions in taxes, weigh
ing &c.
Mr.. Egly's bill regulating descents and the
distribution OF personal estates was considered
In Committee Of the Whole, and q motion to
strike out all after the enacting clause pre-.
vailed. The bill was reported back, and the
amendment to strike on, agreed to-yeas 3d.
nays So.
Mr.. Lsngdon introduced a bill for the pro-
lection Of fish.
Mr.. Corry's resolution relative the sale o.
the Commercial Hospital Lot in Cincinnati
was adopted.
No afternoon session.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,.

TIE Speaker announced that the Kansas in
|vestigating Committee would consist o. Messrs.
Campbell, Howard Of Michigan, aud Oliver OF
Missouri.
Mt. Nilsson then addressed the House at
some length condemnatory OF the action of the
late Naval Board.
A joint resolution, passed after some debate.
giving new members Of Congress books equal
in value to these which former Congressman
received, about one thousand dollars worth
each.
Adjourned.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

DThe opponents Of the Democratic party
are IN q most pitisble condition. They are
Gu; up into fu:ious and bitter factions, and in
their utter despair OF success against The De-
mocIacy, will fall TO work to abuse and de-
molish each other. We DO not think thai
either the Republicans or Know Moth ings
proper, can have any reasonable hope, at thi'
time, Of carrying q single State in the Union
The Democrats can coolly look on, and b.
amused at their perplex tiles.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

The House passed The Avenue Bill Of Mr..
Thomas, and the Senate bill 10 authorize rail.
road companies 10 appoint a Vice President.
Mr.. Keily's Tax Bill came mp on its third read
ing; uhereupon, Mr. Slough moved 10 commit
the bill, with instructions TO strike out section
twelve, which exempts State stocks and the
S. te Bank OF Ohio from the provisions OF The
bill. He said there was q respectable mum
Der Of Democratic members who desired Il
vote for the bill, but could not so long as the
bill contained this unjust and unconst,iution-
oil provision.
The House refused / -vmmit.
Mr.. Cory spoke sgai the passage OF tbt
bill at great length, and IS followed by Mr.
Plum, also in opposition, on constitutions
grounds.
Mr.. Smith Of Montgomery, and Mr.. Yapl.
replied.
The bill finally passed-yeas 65, nays 80.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
Columbus, March 81.

SENATE- Several notifications came up
from Cine innati against The modification Of
The school law, except TO keep oil the school
tax Of each County where it Is levied.
Bill TO project growing trees, fruits, etc.,
passed.
Bill TO protect the rights Of married women
by preventing the sale Of property exempt from
execution without the wife's assent; also 10
enable her 10 control the proceeds Of her labor
and that Of her minor children in certain ca
SEES, passed.
The Temperance bill was taken up and al.
Ter some amendments, no: materially changing
its principles, the bill was ordered 10 be en-
crossed by o vote OF IS to 9.
Bill 10 regulate the running Of railroads was
taken from the table bud the proposed amend
mems were debated during the entire after
noon.
Without concluding the subject, the Sen
ate adjourned.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

GTSrErnESs & Co. have received their stock
of 81 rim, Goods for certain, and oil those who
wish 10 be supplied from their immense arri-
val, had better call soon, before ell the choice
pieces have been culIed out by those who are
rushing 10 ihei il establishment.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

grIt is worthy Of note that in the United
States there are 3,sOO, 900 Roman Catholics,
whilst in the Senate and House Of Representa-
tlves there is but one member in each, who
even make a profession OF that faith. In the
Cabinet, the Supreme Court Of the United
States, The Senate ard the House, there's not
a single foreign born citizen, Surely, Amer
leans ere ruling America
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
CoLunBus, March "a


SExArr.-A bill to dx the times OF holding
the Court Of Common Pleas. of Cuyahoga
County passed.
A bill 10 extead the Jurisdiction OF justices
of the peace and constables in Cleveland, and
annexing part OF Brooklyn Township 10 Cleye-
land, passed.
The Senate reconsidered the bin 10 provide
for . uniform cove rnmenL, and finally laid
the same on The table.
A bill 10 amend the temperance law was
read the third, time, and upon q motion 10 re-
commit, with instructions to exempt natl e
wine, cider, ale and beer from the operations
Of the bill, Q debate arose, wherein the merits
OF these beverages were fully discussed by
several Senators.
The Senate referred the bilIto q select CON-
miitee OF three, with the design 10 incorporate
the amendment excluding native wine, ale,
beer and cider.
The bill to regulate Lunatie Asylums was
taken up and recommited 10 a select commit
tee, with Instructions TO add provisions by
which ~lunatics are TO be admitted, &c.
The resolution authorizing the printing and
distribution OF fifteen thousand copies OF the
report Of the State Board OF Agricu liuIe was
passed and is q law.
The Senate then went into Executive SEES
sion and confirmed the following appointments
for Collectors; s.. H. Hau ffman, Of Zanes-
vile; w. Y. Gilmore, OF Chil,icothe; Joseph
Ashton. OF Portsmouth; Washington Miller, CT
Dresden; Miles Garter, Of Newark; Nathan T.
Bradford, OF Circleyille. Adjourned.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
CoLuMBus, March %

SENArE.-The Senate, after disposing ofthe
morning business, went into Committee Of the
Whole upon the House Bill 10 reorganize the
Lunstic Asylums.
On a motion 20 make Hamilton county Q
separate district, q debate arose, which occu.
pied The Senate the entire forenoon.
The motion was lost in the afternoon, ani
the bill reported back.
Mr.. Matthews moved TO recommit, with in,
s!mctions 10 add n provision that Hamilton
county should-be made q separate DISTRICT
Lost--yeas is; nays 10.
The amendments were then ordered 10 b.
engrossed, and the bill 10 be read a third tim,
on Monday.
The bill, as amended, does not MATERIAL!
change lis features. and will probably receiy,
the sanction OF the House.
A bill to add . portion OF Brooklyn town
ship to Cleveland township, Cuyahoga county
and 10 extend the jurisdiction OF Justices o
the Peace and cons,ables over The same, wa
ordered to be engrossed.
Adjourned, g.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

u'"Godey's Lady's Book" for April hos
been received 1t is richly illustrated with
engravings, fashion plates, &C., and contains
a large quantity of miscellaneous reading, cal
culated 10 please all. This book seems 10 gel
better and better as it grows older. Eyerybo,
dy should be a subscriber.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

DIf oui readers want Dry Goods for the
Spring, the place 10 find them will be o.
BaAslERs, CAMPBELL & JETEERson's. They
have received a large stock, and The mauneI
in which they are selling them out to custom
eu is astonishing. See advertisement and
then 20 and see their goods.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

iran unusual amount Of Job Work, for
which we thank our friends, has prevented us
from preparing much editorial for this weeks
paper. t'yatiety is the spice OF life" and We
have underworld 10 give'it.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
F.. P. NoRToN.
DAN. McFARLAND."

The minority Withdrew 10 the City Hall
about half past 10 o'clock al night, and pro-
ceeded along tho streets with Tremendous
cheering, showing that although they were
only about oue-third Of the delegates, they
were full Of FIRE and determination. II is rro-
bable thot when they muster strength enough
10 defeat their colored friends in the Slate,
they viii receive oyerlures for o new amalga.
nation. The coloret ones do not profess TO
differ upon anything except sausry. aud that
mol being skin deep with them, they can soon
"'bout face" as usual.
Since the above was written, The Journal
Of last evening is on our table, and contains
the majority report as well as tina, Of the mi
nority, which is IN substance as we state above.
We have no room for further comments to-day,
but shall refer 10 the subject again. The
Journal is pretty savage upon its white broth
ers, and the result will probably be tina! there
will be another organ here in consequence.
Two Know Nothing organs inone city OF the
size OF this is father too many.-Statesman.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
HOUSE OF

Mr.. Plumb gave notice thathe should intro
duce a bill 10 organize a State Asylum for idi-
oils.
A resolution was adopted requiring the
State Librarian 10 publish an index 10 the laws
OF the State in force. and 10 publish The same
with the laws OF this session.
The bill prescribing the duties Of the'Com-
miSsioners OF the Sinking Fund wos discussed
at length in Committee OF the Whole.
The Fee and Salary Bill wss discussed all
afternoon in the Committee OF the Whole.
Adjourned.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

HhrTbe Massachusetts House Of Represent
tatives has rejected the Senate's proposition 10
abolish imprisonment for debt by en- smend-
meni 10 The Constitution.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

or The Germans lea The "Republican''
convention OF Iowa city in disgust, discovering
that the republicans and Know NOthings were
birds of feather,
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

pTbe Know Notbinrs Of Wilismstown,
Massachusetts, were beaten IN the election on
the 10Th, BY 100 majority. 10 Adams, also,
the citizens ticket prevailed over the Know
INothinps. rsg4 IA III ast ~ atsss
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27

or Poor Sam Houston | Having deserted
bis party, and gone over,o its enemies, under
the hope ofbeing able to reach the Presiden-
liol chair. now finds himself without friends
on either side. fe received butthree votes
in the Know. Nothing National Convertinn-
bis own Stale voting against him. Amer al.
it serves him right.
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-03-27
Great Row among the Know Eothings- The
Spht-The New Organization.


The Black aud White Know No,hings had
d general row 10 this city on THURSDAY, which
resulted in a final division OF the Order. The
Back Know Nothings had the majority, and
held possession of The field, ihalrl, while the
White members Of the Order Withdrew. andre
paired to the City Hail. and entered into a
new Organization, or, rather, a re. reorganization
We have not seen the majority report, but
il sustained the withdrawal Of Lieut.. Govef-
nor Ford and his party, from the Philadelphia
convention. and sustained the Pittsburgh ar
rangement, and which are properly named the
Black or Cobred Know Nothings, while the
Others prize themselves on the cognomen oil
White Kaow Noihings. Under those two
names they enter the field for the Presiden'
iial race. with much more bitterness Of feel
Ing against each other. than against the De.
mocralic party.
The following is the Report Of the Hinoniy
.'The undersigned, members OF the Commit
Tee on the Sisie OF the Order. appointed by
the President OF the State Council, beg leave
-
10 submit the following minority report :
ave recognize the National Council as the
paramount authority OF the American Order,
and deem a refusal 10 support candidates nom
mated by the Convention assembled In accord
lance with its rules q virtual abandonment o
out organization.
.'The solemn obligations which the msjoril,
of our order took upon themselves, al thu
height Of the ami. slavery excitement, resu lin
from the passage of the Nebraska Bill, TO main
ltain, as pIe-eminent in importance, The prIncl
piles Of the American Order, have no., in on
opinion, lost any OF iheir force by the preseE'
ilnciure Of %affsifs. The question Of Shaver,
extension, is each day losing The character o
an impending DANCE, from the fact thai The
operation ofthe laws OF population and OF ia
ture, render it improbable that any Of the Ter
tfilory Of the United States will be subjected L
The evils Of that instituiio We therefore
can never consent 10 become absorbed by
party which processes 10 have only that one
object, and which repudiates in one locality
and ignores in another, the principles OF The
American party.
ave continue 10 maintain the opinion tina
The restoration OF the Missouri compromise
would be q proper vindication Of national faith
and not inconsislen, with the rights Of eithe
section, North OF South, and il that issue il
now impruc,icable, il has been made so b!
ifeochefous desertion OF the pretended devo
tees Of freedom.
eve cannot sanction the course OF that por
lion OF our delegates who, seeded from tn
American National Convention, nor can ",
become parties TO the constructing OF q merel,
sectional organization, and therefore recon
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