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Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31
The County Convention Mt Essex.

The Convention under a call addressed
to the Freemen of Chittsnden County who
are opposed to the principal constitutional
amendments recently proposed by the Council
of Censors," was held at Essex Junction on
the 25th. From fifty to seventy persons, were
present, as we judged, The speakers for the
most part seemed to hold the late council of
Cen.ors in very slight respect. We publish
the official proceedings just as they were sent
to us by tho Secretary of the meeting. Our
impression is that an additional resolution
was passed, offered by Mr.. Smith of
Milton, in effect in,trueting the delegates
nominated to vote in Constitutional Conyen.
ton, against each one and oil of the amend.
ments proposed. 1t was offered when many
had gone out and the rest were mostly on their
feet and in the act of going ,suppo,ing the bs-
slness done for which they had met. Perhaps
we did not hear Alright the decision of the
chair on the vote. If it was passed, the
omission in the report was of course acciden.
tai, and the officers of the meeting can correct
it if they wish.
We have but one remark to make on the
doings of the meeting. For any public
meeting to rote, after they assemble, that the
call under which they have met has a broad
er meaning than what the plain sense of
the words conveys, is to say the least, an
proceeding and of dangerous
tendency, We hope the Freemen of Chit
tenden County will not consider this case a
precedent for future action.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

fs AfHf
FRUITS OF A MELON PATCu. -Documents
are very dangerous things, and they are
sometimes found in curious places. While
some OF Gen. Jim Lanes men were defending
the settlers of Kansas they happened in the
vicinity of one Geo. W. Clarke, a Border.
Rutian, who was deeply implicated in the
cold-hlooded murder of Barber. While re-
freshlng themselves in his "melon patch
they turned up some letters which he had bur
led there for safe keeping and among them
were sundry letters from Governor Shannon,
Gen. Whitfield and other dignitaries.
Gov. Shannon in his letter, after express
sing the hope that Clarke can clear himself
from the ugly charge of having murdered
Barber, goes on to tell him in the most af-
ectionate and confidential manner how much
lie wants to see "some of the leading men of
the SOUTH in order to explain 10 them
what they must do the coming year or lose
all dominion in a few years in the affairs of
the Republic"
Gen, Whitfield writes to the same high
toned gentleman that he is busy at Washing
ton trying to get southern men to emigrate
to kansas,-that he hopes to defeat the
movement IN Congress for sending for persons
and papers, and that pierce has come up to
the scratch nobly" in the war against the
Abolitionists
That was rather a fruitful melon atch.
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for the relief of settlcrsin Kansas adopted
Mr.. Powers called up the series of %resolu-
tions touching the outrage committed on
Charles Sumner by Preston S. Brooks. A
report from the minority Of the Committee
was read, recommending the adoption of
other resolutions. The ayes and nays were
demanded on the adoption of the resolutions
recommended by the minority of the com.
which were as follows
Ayes; II
Nays, ia
The question REQUIRED on the adoption of
the series offered by Mr.. Powers, and the
ayes and nays were demanded. Mr.. Kittredge
a'ked to be excused from voting on the rcsllu.
tions. The House refused to excuse Mr..
kittredge, and Mr.. X. voted in the affirmative,
The ayes and nays were as follows
Ayes 100
Nays l6
Tho question came mp on the resolutions of
Mr.. Weston, condemning Arson Burlingame,
&c, and the resolutions were disagreed to.
Mr.. Powers called up the resolutions APP
proving the speech of Charles Sumner,
delivered in the United States Senate in Nav
last, and they were adopted by ayes and nays
as follows
Ayes 1852
Nays
'I'f VI ''IIs WI lNVdINs WI III lOT
extending the time for commencing the CON
struction and putting in operation the New
York and Bennington X. Il. Co., in favor
with amendments; amendments adopted and
ordered to third reading.
The Speaker appointed ns the select com.
on bill to abolish capital punishment
Messrs. Stevens of L Montpelier, Marsh
OF Brandon, Albcc, Campbell of Berlin, Soule.
Bits Passed.-prevcnting Instructions to
fish in the waters OF Bellamaquecn Bay
Altering the name Of the Vermont Italian
Marble Company. Extending the charter of
the Missisquoi X. r. Co, Directing the
Treasurer of the State to pay to the Trustees
OF the United States deposit money in the
town of Brighton. To pay Jasper Curtis.
To ascertain the amount OF personal property
in the State exempt from taxation by reason
OF debts owing. Laying a tax on the county
of Chittcnden. To incorporate the Grove
Cemetery Association at st. Johnsbury. Eli
passed, omitted yesterday Senate bill to in,
corporate the Literary Adelphi at Fairfax.
Adj.
AFTERNOoN.-sENATE.
BhH Pdssed-Rclnting to the rendering Of
accounts by executors and administrators.
Laying a tax on the County of Chittenden;
referred to senators from Chittenden County.
(Sundrv bills and resolutions from the
House were referred to CONF
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

FT7m On. I"IIT'ito 0nlI I0U1nII.
\ responsible gentleman OF this city is
prepared to make an affidavit that Judge
Hammond, the old line candidate for Lieu
tenant Governor, told him IA short time be-
fore the election that SIX hundred Irish
would he imported into Tippecanoe county
for the purpose Of carrying the election.
From the Louisville journal
PuT THIS AND TmAr ToGErnER.-On Sltur-
day last, fully threc- iourths of the Irishmen
at work on the Louisville and Portland Canal
were discharged. On Monday and Tuesday.
few or none of them could be found in this
city, but the rotc Of Foyd country, Indiana.
Just opposite hnc, raS increased about The
Humbo Of the discharged hishmm.
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What Webster. Calhoun, &c, Thought of
Col. Fremont.

d" have Acquaintance with the Colonel.
and am so fdrorabiy impressed as to linn,
that | irouH as road,lV trust him as am other
'ndiridual. HIS INTEGRITY IS BEYOND
SUSPlClON."-John &. Calhoun.
"COL. FREMONT IS A YOUNG OFF,
GER OF GREAT MERIT-ONE WHO DE
SERVES WELL OF HIS COUNTRY FOR
THE BRAVERY AND ABILITY WITH
WHICH HE DISCHARGED HIS IMPORT
ANT AND DELICATE DUTIES IN CALL
FORNlA.'-DaHici Webster.
Col. Fremont exhibited a combination of
energy. promptituie, s%agacity and prudence,
'rh'ch indicates the highest capacity 70, cirjl
and military command. That The couRtrv
r'H do justice 10 his raiudJr amt dist,n-
PN'shcd Services, ] entertain not The shghieet
d0ubt. '-Scnator Dir.
"Col. Fremont. in my opinion, is the most
meritorious American of his age now in cx-
istcnce. '-Scnoior Alien of OHIO.
4" regard Col. Fremont as one of the most
heroic and successful officers in our army
an army of which any nation might be
proud, '-Scnator Rusk Of Tetas.
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That vas rather a fruitful melon atch


=" - - TTTN 7TTTTTFV ~ %
IHE FILLMORE LEADERS FOR BuCnANAx.-
We have 1t from their own lips, that the
Fillmore men, utterly despairing of the cleo
ton of their ostcnsible candidate, mean to
vote so as to secure the triumph Of tho
OStend candidate. Would it not be "A little
more manly and honorable to come right out
and raise the Buchanan flag at once The
honest Democracy Of the nation must have
more respect for an open foe than a secret
friend There Is but one issue in this can
vass--the extension Of slavery-and to this
every voter Of the North must say YES or NO
in two weeks from this day. Let the press
and the people stick to this simple question.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

TnE MAJoRrrr of 5000 in Berks County,
Pennsylvania, for the Buchanan ticket is ex-
planned in the Albany Evening Journal, by a
history which rupneth in this wise, Once
upon a time a petition was presented to the
Legislature of the State praying that q new
county be formed of portions of Berks and
Chester. To this the people Of Berks object
ed, They sent 10 Harrisburg remonstrance
setting forth several reasons why such par
tition should not be made, and among others,
tins THAT your petitioners already have
far enough to 60 to market without being
forced to pass through another county ~
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31
The Polls.

On Tuesday next, the Polls are by law to
be open from ono o'clock, p. NJ, till sunset.
Are the TowN COMMITTEES all ready for their
work Are the TALLY LISTS ready, so that
you may be sure to have ercry roter for
FREMONT & DAYTON on the ground
Have you plenty of tickets and plenty of
active trusty men to distribute them, and to
watch that no dishonest votes are given-to
stand up to the work till the polls are closed
and the vote counted
The time for work is short.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

The total IN majority for Canal Commissioner,
whose vote was the highest on the Demo-
cratic ticket, proves to be 2774, equivalent
to a majority of 10 in Vermont, while on
the popular vote for Congressman, Mr.. Blu.
chanan is actually in a minority. The Union
majority is l246. Pennsylvania may be set
down as sure for Fremont.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31
How il Was Done.

from lH9 NII0y EvenIn- J0urull-
Passengers over the Camden and Amhov
Railroad state that the trains from Philaici-
phia have brought mp hundreds Of wcll- known
wv York ''sIort boys" every day since the
e%iection. They all travel on FREQ passes"
In the Sth election district of the 2Oth ward,
Phlladelrii1, the buchanan ticket received
trace as many rotsS as there arc rotors in the
district.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

The following ticket is to be supported in this
County for Delegates to the Constitutional Conven-
ton
WV, WESTON, of Burlington.
DIV. c. CLARKE, Of Shelburne.
E. IL. WHEELER, Charlotte.
C. W, BROwSEL, Williston.
DAsIEL GOODYEAR, Hinesburgh.
F. D. CoLIos, Richmond.
W. C. HARDIsG, Colchester.
MARCUS SWAIN, Essex.
VOTERS FOR AN USPLEDGEp TrcKEr.
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Votes Votes =!

Now ready at the Free Press Office. Com
mittecs who have not done SO should supply
themselves immcdiateI Y.
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EssEx. Oct 25th. 1856

N' wv
The Convention met agreeably to call, and
was called to order by |, lluntly of Essex,
and on motion WHY'S Lyman was elected
President, and F.. d. Mason, Secretary. On
motion of Mr., Chittenden, it was voted to
raise n nominating committee of three from
each town represented in the county, to pre-
sent eight names to the Convention to be
voted for as delegates to the constitutional
Convention, to be held at Montpelier, in
January next.
Mr.. Cotton offered the following resolution
which after discussion was adopted.
Resolved, That this Convention consider and nm
derst,nd that the words Z" principal amendments" in
the call refer to and mean the entire number Of
amendments proposed, and that this Convention
consider the manner Of the call and constitution Of
the proposed constitutional Convention uneonstitu.
tional or iuex Pcdicnt,
The Convention then adjourned till two
o'clock, =. NJ.
AFTERNOON.
The Committee on nominations renorted
through their Chairman T. Gllusha, ESQ,
the names OF the following persons for dele
gat $ as aforesaid
Hector Adams, Milton WHY'S Lyman,
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31
WHY'S LYMAN, President.
f. d. MASON, Secretary,

p. s. Since the above appeared in our
daily paper, we have been informed by
the Chairman of the Convention at
Essex on Saturday, that the following
Resolution was intr oduced by II. B. Smith
Esq, and passed with but one dissenting
vote.
h,so'Vea, mat the Candidates thi. day nominated
be and are hereby instructed to oppose e,oh ana
every one of the amendments to the Constitution
proposed by the late Council Of Censors.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

The question at a tea party turning upon
the Improperly Of ones mixing up cakes with
a pinch OF snuff in the fingers, fearing some
might he scattered in the dough, a lad re,
marked that he had seen his mother mix
cakes with a pinch Of snuff in her fingers and
not scatter a bit.
why, Billy replied the offended lady,
'how you lie
well, mother, | don't know but do in
%nocently replied the urchiu; Il don't know
but you scattered in a very little
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

The kind lady who sent us a nice pie, says
a Western editor, with the request to please
insert is assured that such articles are
never crowded out by a press Of other matter,
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

burlington Truman Galusha, Jericho ;
~ w. q. Clarke, Sholburne E. D. Mason,
h'ohmond Philo Clarke, williston Jacob
hoiie' Colchester and A. j. Crane, Hun
tington.
on motion of j. N. Pomtroy the report of
the committee was adopted.
The following gentlemen we're appointed a
Committee to procure and Distribute ticket,
WHY'S Lyman, Burlington,
II. b. Smith, Milton,
Geo. W. Bromley, Huntington.
Adjourned.
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ATE.
HOUSE.
Bills ntroduced- BY Mr.. Spalding. to
diminish the expenses in the printing of the
laws of the legislature of the State; referred
to con on printing.
By Mr.. Chase, for the prevention of oh
structions in running water; referred to com
on printing.
By Mr.. Spencer, 10 incorporate the bank
Of Wallingford referred to com. on banks.
By Mr.. Stacy, for the preservation of fish
in the waters of Chittenden County; referred
to general com.
BY Mr.. Stacy, relating to the drainage of
swamps and lowlands; referred to com. on
printing.
BY Mr.. Sowles, relating to usury, fixing
the rate of interest at six per cent. unless
otherwise stated in the note; referred to
com. on printing.
Reports.-Of judiciary com. in favor of
bill relating to articles exempt from attach
inert on execution, with amendments: amend
ments adopted and bill ordered to its third
reading.
Election Of United States Scnotor.--At
half past 10 o'clock the House proceeded to
elect, on its part, L. ), Senator for SIX years
from and after the Sd of March next.
Mr.. Spencer nominated the Hon. Solomon
Foot of Rutland; Mr.. Bradley of Brattleboro
nominated Hon. Daniel Roberts of Burling>
ton; Mr.. Noyes nominated Hon. Benz. II.
Smalley ofSt Adams; and Mr.. Ranslow nom
mated Hon. Lawrence Brainerd of st. Al,
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31
MONTPELIER, SATURDAY., OCTOBER rs.

SENATE
BiHs passed. For the preservation Of Town
records. Relating to new trials.
House Bill relating to burial grounds, re-
ported favorably by Mr.. Field, for general
committee, was taken up and passed,
HOUSE.
BY Mr., Warren, instructing the select
committee raised on so much Of the Cover
nor's Message relating to affairs in Kansas
and Slavery, to inquire into the expediency
oi DISTURBING money from the public treasuf
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1856-10-31

ort, the joint assembly adjourned to meet
Thursday October %, at 8 p. NJ.
MIR. Kittredge called up the bill relating
to the proof of marriage in criminal prose-
BUTTONS; the bill was supported by Messrs.
Green and Bradley opposed by Mr.. Kit
tredge; and passed. Adj.
MONTPELIER, WEDNESDAY, OCT. ~.
SENATE.
The president announced The hour as arriy-
ed for the election of such person as the Sem
ators would choose for Z. s. Senator for the
term OF six years from the 4th of March next.
The result Of the ballot was declared as
follows
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11
VOLCANO:
sATURDAY.MoRN, OCT. 18th, 1856,
Democratic Meetings.

VIM. B. Norman, Democratic candidat
for the Senate. and MesSrs VIM Nj Seawe
and James Liyermore, candidates for Assem-
bly,, have commenced canvassing this county
They have already spoken at several points
and have the following appointments for mex
week
Upper Raneheria, Monday, Oct 18th
Arkansas Diggngs, Tuesday, Oct 18th
lone City Wednesday, Oct. 18th.
Laneha Pana Thursday, Oct. 10th.
Butte City, Fraday, Oct. 18th
Clinton, Saturday, Oct. 18th.
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11

REPUBucAN No,uNAuoNs.-Th Republi-
cans of Amador county assembled in mass
convention at Jackson on Saturday last,
and nominated the following ticket;
For Assembly, j. d. Mason, of Volcano,
Miner Frink, of Lancha Plana; Clerk, T.
S. Tackaberry; Sheriff, D. l.. Wells; Treas
urer, S. Burk; District Attorney, 7 S. Cur
It's; Assessor, d. S. Reynolds; Pub Admir-,
a. L. Harding; Surveyor A. L. Walker;
Superintendent of Common Schools, ID. S.
Peters; Coroner, DR. Pitts.
SO far as our acquaintance extends, they
are men OF character; and we believe the
nominations are satisfactory to the member;
of the Republican party. OF course they
do not expect TO elect, but they seem deter
mined to try their strength.
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11

CONCERT AND DANcE.-The concert ''l
dance, at Mahoney Hall, given by ANA
dor Brass Band" on Thursday evening VI"
a most pleasant and agreeable affair. IS'-
ty-four pieces were played by the BaHa y
excellent style, after which the room '"'
cleared and the ladies and gentlemen pTe''-.
joined in a social dance. 1t was, ID 'p''
one of those delightful reunions that gy y
far to relieve the monotony OF CalIloFh' WV,
and that add so much to the reign oi ''''''
enjoyment among young and old grave NV
gay. We shall always be glad to eul0"'..
such evidences of good fellowship III y"
midst.
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11
Tilford and Washington.

Messrs. Frank Tilford and B. i. Wash
ington are to speak at Jackson Oct 18th, at
Mokelumne Hill Oct. 18th, and at "other
points in Calaveras during the ensuing week"
The Democracy of this portion of the county
will be rejoiced if Messrs. Tilford and Wash
ington will make it point to visit Volcano.
Cannot this arrangement be made?
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11
The Shrievalty.

1t is genesally believed that the constest
for sheriff, for instance, in this county, will
be a lively one The X. n candidate, and bis
friends, will travel night and day; but on the
day of election, the Democratic lion will put
his Palc upon the X n Durham, and the
Republican H'As will furnish water for the
channel Of Salt River
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11
Naturalization.

Those who would be naturalized in time for
the election must apply to the District Court,
which will begin in Jackson on Monday,
Oct. Goth See to it, that you may be en-
titled to your yotesl
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11

BOARD or SUPERVISORS Board of
Supervisors for Amador county will be in
session at jackson, on Monday next, the
/ 18th, and probably during the week The
Board met last Monday and adjourned over
to the 18th.
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11

NATHAN CoTTLE.-This man will be re.
tried for the murder of young Cole, at Vol
cano, during the term of the District Court
which commences at Jackson on the Goth
inst, unless his counsel ask and obtain a
change Of venue
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11
sI,sIs,OOO

" III to these modest items we add the very
many small amounts appropriated by this
model Legislature, we may safely calculate
the TOTAL AMOUNT at over TWO MILLIONS
OF DOLLARS
a" No wonder they repudiated the State
Prison wall debt, sent of commission to
Washington City for $780, 900 in the hands
of the Secretary Of War, and passed an act
to fund the debt of the State"
We must close this picture for The present
but would be glad if our space would per-
nit us to 90 on and make further extracts
from Know Nothing authority. Let us re-
capitulate; We have Know Nothing authori-
ty that the largest annual indebtedness under
a Democratic Administration Of the State
Government did not exceed 5000. 600; we
have the items and figures from X. n. au-
thority that the appropriations made
by the Know Nothings last year reached
$l,slS, 900; difference in favor of the most
extrayagant' Democratic administration.
S9ls, 900 besides the "small amounts allu-
ded to by Mr.. Rhodes, which would make it
foot up more than one million dollars excess of
appropriations over any former Legislature
That will do for the reform Legislature Of
the great reform party
f. NJ Haight and Col. Baker addressed a
Fremont meeting in Volcano last Tuesday
evening. Col. Baker was evidently out OF
his element, and argued just exactly as
though he had the wrong side Of cause and
was addressing Jury.
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11

WooD AND PEYroN.-We hear glorou, %, !,
counts of our able and eloquent eggS u,'I
Hon Bale Peyton and Judge H. " WV
Cal Ameriean
You hav'nt heard Of the reception 'n'!
with in this place, and the enthusiasm pc,
tested on the occasion Of their speaA'Ds
Ask the Speaker how large crown ,.l ".
in attendance, and how prolonged anu
was the "howI that was sent up iD''
terror letter writers are foolng YOU u0'''
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-10-11

DECIDEDLY NoE-CoMIrrA+-- vi
more's letter to Gen Alien, Skinkcr q ''
the Pacific Railroad
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-05-01
ore.. closing sale Of china.

Messrs. Mills A Co. make their great closing
sale of French China this evening. They also have
sale at clock in the afternoon. As this sale will
D. their closing one, great inducements offered
for families TO supply themselves with superior
ware at very low rate The goods will be open for
examination at 10 o'clock in their sales ROOM Main
street, between 50 and 4th dit
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-05-01

TAx.-The result of the vote yesterday was
majority of l5o in favor of authorizing the
Council to assess additional taxes, if deemed
necessary.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-05-01

CLOSING OUT.-Mills K Co. will close out
the entire lot OF Stoves and other stock of
Buell. & Brother, this morning, in front of
their auction rooms. See advertisement.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-05-01

I HAVE this das sold to Ii. hirkham my cnt
l. interest in the Family Grocery Business, ana
with pleasure recommend him to the public
man deserving OF your patronage.
March WI A b IA. Il.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-05-01

CO Lord Clarendon is said to have re-
marked lately in conversation: 81 have
concluded peace in Paris; ! will now 60
back to London and see what can do IN the
way Of renewing the war;"
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-05-01

THIRD SrREET.-ln consequence of the
action Of the Council last week with refer
ence to the Improvement upon the lower end
of Third Street, many of our citizens were
led to fear that the work was to be indefinitely
postponed, and regarded the manner of the
delay as mere feint to stop proceedings.
We did not think that could be the case, af-
ter the bona fde letting and commencement
Of the work, its evident Importance, and the
general satisfaction with which it was re-
garded. The proceedings of Tuesday, as
viii have been observed by our readers, jus
tify that confidence, and must satisfy every
one that it is the intention Of the Council to
carry on the work in good faith and efficient
ly, though in prudent manner, and under
the exercise of sound discretion.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-05-01
Stewards speech.

Extra copies of the VALLEY WING, con
tanning Stewards great speech, can be had a
this Office