Daily American organ., 1856-03-10

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dressed by Aahon to Stuart. who resented the Ian
guagc contained therein by knocking Mahon down
Whercupon, Aahon drew pistol and fred twice
at Stuart, but without hitting him.
There was lady IN the case, as usual in such
affairs
Mr.. Guy has requested Mr.. Stuart TO withdraw
from the house, and has forbidden Mr.. MAhou, Who
Is not boarder, from entering the ladies' parIor.
We are surprised that any man claiming TO be
gentleman should select ladies' parlor as the
theatre for brawl We never heard Of similar
case before, and earnestly hope that Ne never shall
again
Bril- TO REGULArE ELEcrIoss.--W have al
ready alluded to the bill reported by Mr.. Mescham
to regulate the qualifications of voters in this city
II is neither nor less than bill to allow for
eigners TO vote in this city before they have &C
quired arcsidence here. This gives tie foreigner
an advantage over the native-born citizen. For
native of any Of the States must reside In the city
year before he b qualified TO vote. Bat this bill
allows an Irishman TO vote the day after he is nat
uralized
Now, we viii ask any honest man, any true pa
triot, il there is the least justice in such measures
In what other section of the Union Is foreigner
allowed privileges which are denied to native cti-
zcnsy tsfa
We will add that numerous petitions have been
sent to Congress in favor of this bin, all signed by
foreigners, Catholics, and Sag N'chts. Not one
name of an opponent Of the present administra-
tion could be found on these petitions. Win
House Of Representatives containing large ma
ority Of opponents Of the administration sanction
measure which is demanded by the administra-
ton to crafty its rcvenge.s
NATIONAL THKArRE.-Mr. Eddy appears tonight
in Jack Cade, Mr.. Eddy has already made favor
able impression in this city, and win be warmly
greeted this evening by his numerous friends.
Mr.. DEMrsrERS CoScERr--Mr. Dempster gives
his last concert this evening, at Caruss Saloon
No vocalist in his peculiar line has so high repu-
tation as Mr.. Dempster. He has originated style
of his own, and has reigned thus far without
rival
The pro ne for tonight contains several of
MIR. Demps most popular songs, and the con-
cert viii no aOubt be of the most successful of
the season
Rev. Mr.. Waldo, the venerable Chaplain of the
House, preached yesterday in the Representative
Hall. Mr.. Waldo is one of the most remarkable
men OF the day. and we are happy to learn, receives
in this city the attention which his pety and high
moral worth SO eminently deserve.
Rev. Mr.. Willetts, an eloquent clergyman of
Philadelphia, win deliver lecture this evening at
the Smithsonian, on g The Man for the Timesh-
The hall, spacious as it is, will probably be crowd
ed. -N
The LONG BRIDGE.--We learn that the pressure
of the ice against the Long Bridge, has moved
some Of the piles near the Virginia side, foot or
more from the perpendicular. The ice is very
thick, and unless It gradually wears away viii be
likely to damage the bridge to serious extent.
CRIMINAL CoURT.-It is understood that the Jury
in the case Of Edwards, charged with shooting and
killing Avery in this city several months ago, to
whom the case had been given at six o. clock on
Saturday evening, rendered sealed verdict yes
terdsy morning, and that mansaughter was the
crime OF which they pronounce him guilty.
FIRE.--About one o'clock to-day, fire broke
out in two frame houses, directly opposite our
Office The houses were tenanted by females who
from what we could learn, ran Immediately into
the street, without attempting to arrest the fire.
one of them screaming most Justify, !" Ny baby
my baby The fire originated in the kitchen of
one of the houses, where the inmates we're cooking
crowd very speedily assembled, and several
persons, hearing the cries of My baby my baby /"
and supposng that some children might be in the
house and in danger of being burnt to DEATH
rushed into the house and to the apartment where
the frightened woman had said the baby was
After few minutes delay, one Of the gentlemen
appeared at second story window, his whiskers
having been scorchedn his effort with the babies
fortunately they we're only daguerreotypes) safe
and uninjured very much to the relief of the crowd
and the mother.
The flames soon extended to the adjoining
house, from which the inmates (an femaies) re-
moved all furniture and other valuabes babies
included The furniture was removed from both
houses, though greatly injured; much of it was
broken by being thrown from the windows and
the bed clothing was blown about the streets
many pieces viii probably never be recovered.
The houses belonged to Mr.. Lyons, carpenter
and builder, and adjoined the lumber yard Of Mr..
Fugitt, which was in considerable danger, indeed
it was only saved by the energy of the fremen.
The roof of each house, and the interior, were
destroyed, leaving nothing but the shells.
ARREsrED.-During the burning Of the buildings
above referred to- several of the Juveniles who had
congregated around and about for amusement mis-
chief and other like purposes engaged in a trial
Of physical strength. Officer Boss promptly ar
rested pair of them and marched them off to
Justice, where we hope they have been legally and
Justly dealt with. Boys should not be permitted
either TO run with or accompany the " "mcrsheen,"
and We are glad 70 know that the police intend to
arrest all such offenders
CoLD WEArHER.-This morning was the coolest
OF the month, the mercury being only degrees
above zero at sunrise. The ground is covered with
snow to the depth of an inch. We fear that spring
is nipped in the bud, for the present at least
HENRY Glars OPINION OF MILLARD FrLLMoRK.-
Inc Following letter may be republished with pro-
priety at the present time:
WASHINGTON, March, 1852.
MY DEAR Sir: You rightly understand me in
expressing preference for Mr.. Fillmore a. the
sWhig candidate for the Presidency. This did
before left home, and have frequently here, in
private intercourse since my arrival at Washing.
ton care not how generally the fact may be
known, but should not deem it right to publish
any formal avowal of that preference under my