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Star of the Kanawha Valley. [volume] (Buffalo, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1856, 1856-09-03

1t will be remembered that. a short
fine since, the Know Nothing press
was most assidnously engaged IN
working out everything in connection
with the soi.ktSant calumniation Of
Henry Clay. They proclaimed to the
world thatre2- Governor fletcher. of
Kentucky, had agreat secret in regard
the affair, and loudly called on Mr.
Buchanan TO allow Gov. Letcher to
divulge this secret Only read what
he Gov. L. says of old Buck and
You will be more firmly CONVINCED
that heis the 'sgood man and true,n
we have ALWAYS said lie was: ~
Mr.. BUcuANAN AND GOV. EErcHER.
-Ex-G Gov. Letcher. of Ky, in Al re-
cent speech at Mayslick in that State
said s.that Mr.. Buchanan was a per
sonal friend-that he was a,3gentle-
manand a patriot. for whom he enter
tanned high regard land that he could
not say a word against his character
as a man. He did not like his pplit-,
zeal sentiments and opposed him on
that account. y
Gov. Letclier, be it remembered I'M
the witness upon whom the opposi-
tion editors have relied to- prove Mr.,
Buchanan the calnmaniator Of Mr.
Clay. !si
Star of the Kanawha Valley. [volume] (Buffalo, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1856, 1856-09-03

Hons. j. II. MASON 1 and Jony
LErcHER have our thanks for public
documents. &.a4IS.t ....4.te.
Star of the Kanawha Valley. [volume] (Buffalo, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1856, 1856-09-03

P.S. Major. HinkIe has Just ar.
rived in. our Camp, and confirms the
report. + - ..,'.... "#.- Il
Star of the Kanawha Valley. [volume] (Buffalo, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1856, 1856-09-03
ARRIVAL OF TIE NIAGARA.

n 4iALTFAA, aug. I3--@I ".
The steamship Niasara from Liverpool,
has arrived with dases to the l6th\ inst.
coAAERclAL NrSrEllIsEScE. \ !,
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lated IN many instances by extreme want All
this should impress generous, intelligent, and
refined people with the necessity Of kindness
and forbearance towards them, which is not
always exhibited. W
A liberal hand should be extended to them,
and every means resorted TO for their improve
ment and elevation. Moral and religious prn-
ciples, and the arts of civilized life, should be
taught them. It's difficult to instruct the adult.
Naturally of roaming disposition, indolent,
averse to ordinary labor, as not COMFORTING
with his idea of dignity, he has no desire to OBJ
tain practical knowledge OF agriculture or
any of the useful arts, nor can bis attention to
them be enlisted. He will not voluntarily
abandon the chase, nor the wild diversions
which are so seductive even to the most re-
fined. But by commencing with the youth,
implanting in their minds correct principles,
and intoxicating those moral and religious pre-
cepts which are usually impaired among civil
lized nations by parents to their children,
foundation would be laid for thorough and
complete reformation of the whole tribe. This
course has been pursued to q limited extent,
and its results are very fattering.
1t would be well for US, in our conduct to-
wards the Indians, to follow the example of
those benevolent societies which have for many
years labored SO perseveringly and, under the
circumstances, so successfully, for the amelio-
ration Of their condition. They have contri-
buted largely to this great object, having ex-
pended within the last ten years, in money
alone, nearly million of dollars and it is do
ing them injustice TO attempt to deprecate the
effects of their incessant labors Experience
shows the fundamentally of religion alone can
effect that radical change in the habits, Gus
toms, manners, and modes of thinking, of the
Indian, that is so desirable. Recently, Govern
ment has not been remiss in granting the means
necessary to supply both their mental ana phys
ical wants; and it is hoped the laudable spirit
exhibited at the last session Of Congress will
always govern our councils. Its continuance,
together with the cordial cooperation of the
pure and selfsacrifcing men who have hereto
fore devoted so much time and attention to
them, will relieve the poor Indians from their
severest difficulties and embarrassments; may
tend to elevate them to an equality with the
whites, and avert from this nation large
amount Of obloquy that might otherwise attach
to it. Facts have demonstrated their suscepti-
bility of improvement, and even refinement;
and, therefore, it is our duty to perseyere in all
humane efforts TO preserve them from extinc-
ton.
I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient SER
want,
R. McCLELLAND, Secretary.
To the PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
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and to the Democracy of the Union, as suita-
BILE candidate, and one whom the Democracy
of Indiana would delight to honor.
9. That we approve of the administration OF
the State government, by His Excellency oseph
A. Wright, and that his integrity, ability, and
executive talents have fully met the expecta-
tons of the Democratic party of Indiana, and
won for him increased confidence and gratitude
from the people.
10. That the Democracy of Indiana assert
as principle in which the rights and interests
of the United States are involved, that the
American Continent, by the free and indepen,
dent condition which it occupies is not to be
considered subject for colonization by any
European Powers, and that they cordially en-
dorse the position taken by President Pierce, in
his late message to Congress on that subject.
III. That the entire vote the delegates from
this State, be cast as unit in the National
Convention, and that majority of the delega-
ton shall control the entire vote of the State.
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GEORGE r. fox,

New York Metropolitan Tailoring Estab-
Iishment.
UNITED STATES MILITARY AND NAVAL
DEPOT,
5sI broadway, opposite the metropolitan
Hotel
CIR: Allow me the pleasure Of placing my name
- before your notice, at the same time offering
YOU my best services as a Tailor, together with
the resources Of my store, for the supply Of
Military and Navy Uniforms, United
states Consul and citizens Dress.
| am now engaged making uniforms for the Mill
tary Navy, and Marine Corps, also the Revenue,
according TO the written and printed instructions
and official drawings, TO the latest regulations, as
received by me from the State Navy, and War
Departments in Washington, ID. Ifyou should
feel disposed 10 favor me with any orders, you
may rest assured of receiving experienced atten-
ton and accurate firing. The very best English
and French Cloths, Cassimeres, Gold Lace, Treble
Gilt Buttons, &c, &c, all at the lowest possible
cost for cash. have, at very great expense, EN-
ploNe1 first rate Artists. as Gold Embrolderers
Silk, Moleskin, Beaver Chapeau, Cloth Cap, and
General Regimental Ornament Makers; Eng
liSh French and American Coat Cutters, Vest
Cutters, Paotaloons Caters. | believe | am
doing one Of the largest Military and Navy
Officers Clothing and Quitting business in the
United States, and can refer You 10 many Officers,
nv customers, attached 10 the Artillery, Dragons,
Infantry Ordnance ana bnelneers, &C am also
personally known 10 many Of the Navy Officers
attached 10 ships ofwar; namely the North Caro-
lima. Mississippi, Princeton. Pcwhatsn. San ia
cinto, ST Lawrence, Brandywine, Vincennes,
Vandalia. Congress, Germantown, Independence,
Macedonia, Fulton, Lexington. Fredonis, Consti
tuition, Cyane. Relief, Perry, Porpoise, including
Gentlemen The Heads OF the Executive Depart
ments, Members OF both Houses of Congress
also, Ministers Plempoentary Secretaries and
Attaches Of Legations the English, French, and
other Foreign Military and Navy services.
have the honor to subscribe mvselL
Yours, grateful and obliged,
GEORGE Z. FOX,
wa We hear il is the intention Of Mr. FOX 4
visit our city a few days hence
Jan 15-3tif
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by the friends who have stood by you; not
stood by you because we yielded to you, but
because we believe we were doing justice and
right.
Z" The principle will triumph from this time
forward, and the day will soon pass by when
no more determinations shall be drawn be-
tween the different States of this Union-dis-
ordinations that ought never to have been
drawn under any circumstances, and which
were not made at the foundation of this Gov
ernmt Let me say to the friends Of this bill,
that the best course we can pursue is TO vote
down all amendments, stand by the substitute,
and pass it. If we once enter upon sea OF
amendments, there will be no telling where we
shall land. | have no doubt a great many
gentlemen here desire to offer amendments
sincerely and | have no doubt, also, If they
had good opportunity, that they could pass
bill which would suit them exactly, but which
would not suit us at all.
sour safety, / repeat, is in standing by the
substitute as it is. Gentlemen need have no
apprehensions about the storm that will be
raised at the North. | have passed through
such storms more than once. | stood here
and voted against the Wilmot proviso with
only eleven Northern men supporting me.
voted against it because considered it to be
wrong. How many Of you, gentlemen, would
be willing to vote for it to-day? Some gentle
men of the Democratic party tell us that they.
have thus far gone with US, but cannot go any
further with u.s. For one, am glad to get rid
of you, if you cannot stand up to the princi-
pies of justice and equality among the States
the ability Of man to govern himself
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

RG~ The report Of the Secretary of the In
terror, which we publish to-day, and the length
of several extracts from our exchanges, compel
us to curtail both editorial and news. We-hope
soon to conclude the publication of the reports
Of the Heads of Departments, when we will
have more space for the news of the day and
editorial commentaries and suggestions. We
are aware that few persons have the patience
to read long official reports, but political jour
nails are expected to exhibit in their columns
the history of the times, of which such docu-
ments form an important part.
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ARRIVAL OF THE ATLANTIC.
Later from Europe.

New YORK, Jan. 13.-The steamer Atlantic
arrived at her wharf at three o'clock this after
noon, bringing dates from Liverpool to two
o'clock of the afternoon of the 29th ultimo, from
London to the 3lst ultimo, and from Cork to
January g.
The news is interesting and important, but
mostly based on rumors.
The peace negotiations remain in stdtu quo.
Esterhazy had reached st. Petersburgh with
the ultimatum of the Western Powers, but had
not vet been replied to. Austria had notified
Prussia Of its contents. and Prussia assents to
urge its acceptance on the Gear. Saxony has
also sent Baron Setback to st. Petersburgh to
recommend the Cars acceptance of the uti-
matum.
Rumor reports Denmark as about to join the
alliance of the Western Powers. The PROPOSE
tons are kept strictly secret, but it is believed
that Russia would accept them were it not that
England demands indemnity, which Russia,
backed by Austria, absolutely refuses. On the
whole, the prospects of q speedy peace have
advanced little or none.
There is nothing from the seat Of war except
the details of recent events at Kars.
A despatch from Vienna, in the London
Times states that Count Buol had communi-
Gated the terms of peace to Prince Gortscha-
koff, and that they are the same as mentioned
in the Times of December 18th, as follows:
The territory demanded by the Western
Powers 10 secure the free navigation Of the
Danube, is that part Of Bessarabia lying be-
tween the fortress of Chetyn, on the north OF
Salt Lake, Sasyk on the south and Prntt on
the west.
Three weeks from the day Of delivery is the
time allowed for consideration.
A despatch from Paris states that the Cham
Der of Stock Brokers have decided that the
new Russian loan shall not be quoted on the
Bourse.
Adyices from Constantinople to the 18th
ultimo state that sixty merchantmen we're
wrecked off Sulina during the month, and 400
lives we're lost.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

During Inc VOun8-
Mr.. BARKSDALE said that, Saturday, Mr..
KENNETH, proposed TO ask each candidate for the
Speakership, including Mr.. PENNINGTON, whether
he believed in a future state not; and If the
question should be answered in the affirmative,
he desired 10 know whether it was a zee or q
slave State. He understood the gentleman as
intending 10 cast personal reflection and ridicule
upon him, and hence he denounced and cast back
the imputaton. But he would withdraw this, in
order that the gentleman might explain.
Mr. KENNETH disavowed any intention 10
offend the gentleman; nothing farther was from
his object He designed to create merely little
fun which the House seemed TO enjoy and he
them.
Mr.. BARKSDALE accepted cheerfuly Mr..
KRNNErT's apology.
Mr.. PENNINGTON, as his name had been in
cluded in The questions, said he was somewhat
yersed in the Westminster Catcchism, and no
believed in a future state, two States; one the
state of the beauti6ed,' and other that Of the
damned A line divides them, but not quite
compromise line. He undertook 10 say as the
slave State was the Southern side, il was the
hottest. [Laughter.l Others believe that there
is a third state; that is, state Of purgatory.
With that state he had no acquaintance except
such as he had learned from the cause of purga-
tory going on. He understood one gentleman,
who is in state of purga,ory, is past praying for
Laughter.
Mr. KENNETH, in reply to Mr.. PENNINGTON,
who was so well posted-up with regard to future
state, said as the gentleman was kind enough 10
bind some Of them hand and foot and pitch them
into that dark place, he should like to know
whether the gentleman, who, on Saturday, in
formed the House that he had got beyond the
reach of efectual calling" could see his election
sure?" Excessive laughter.
Mr. PENNINGTON. | owe the gentleman
one. [Laughter.1
The House adjourned.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

A SAD CAsE.-Leverton Thomas, man
seventy-fve years Of age, was tried and con-
victed at Pittsburg recently upon the charge
of forging promissory note for S465. Thomas
is a man of wealth and possessed much in
Auence in Washington county, Pa, where he
resided The Pittsburg Gazette abiding to
the case says:
1t was one of the most pitiful sights we ever
beheld in court room, the removal Of the old
man to the county jail, and even the profes-
sional gentlemen present, who may be pre-
sumed to have witnessed sufficient of the mis-
cry of this world to render them somewhat cal
lous, felt in common with the spectators, that,
though the verdict was just, it was sorrowful
that the crimes of the prisoner should have
brought him to this extremity.
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PARTIEs-CoNTRAsTs.

The voting in the House of Representatives,
for Speaker, discloses marked and singular
condition of parties, which we may briefly re
mark on 1t is known to the whole country
that the Democratic party, after binding itself
by the most stringent tests and refusing to
compromise away any of its principles, took
as its candidate for Speaker the gentleman
who, more than any one else, was identified
with the great measure of the last Congress
the Nebraska Kansas BILL 1t thus not only
determined to declare its appreciation of, and
adherence to, that bill, but it went further, and
doubly emphasized its committal to it by TAX
ing as its standardbearer the gallant Demo
crat from Illinois, who piloted the bill through
the House of Representatives. No man, who
is recognised as Democrat, withholds his vote
from Colonel Richardson. The Democratic
party is firmly cemented and altogether har-
monious
When we look from that party to the mem
bers of the Know-Nothing order, we are struck
with an impressive contrast Instead of one,
there are two Know Nothing parties. Instead
of one candidate, there are two candidates |;
instead Of one creed and one platform, there
are two creeds and two platforms.
When we look, again, from the Know-Noth-
ings to the Freesoil party, we behold another
contrast. That party presents as complete and
harmonized tumble of contrarieties and an
tagonisms as could well be imagined. 1t is
made up Of men who were once Democrats, of
men who we're once Wings, and, indeed, Of
men who have been every thing by turns. But
harmonzed by one common instinct into one
firm brotherhood, they declare their principles
and sustain their candidate. We hear some
times of sound and unsound Democrats, of
sound and unsound Wings, of sound and I'M
sound Known othings, but no one ever hears
of Black Republicans. Abolitonism is thsr
animating, vital principle.
Tn brief-the Black Republican party is an
unconstitutional antislavery party. But they
have one virtue, and that is, they hang to-
gether. OF the few Wings left as memorials
of once great and triumphant party, some
act with one party, some with other parties.
The Know-Nothings are split and divided into
two or three separate parties, and hold, some
pro.slavery, some antislavery opinions. They
cannot agree.
The only party that is thoroughly conserva.
tive and Observation-Disclosures has a perfect
platform in which all agree, and that votes TO
a man for one candidates. the Democratic
party. Its position before the country is proud
and prominent.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

n6- 1t is stated in the Calcutta Journal that
at the reception of the British Embassy by the
Emperor of Birmah, the sovereign wore in his
crown ruby of the purest water, quite as
large as a hens egg.
This stone, yet more valuable than the
famous Kohinoor of the late Runjeet-Sing,
was snatched from the ear of Queen Karen by
Alompra. Tradition assigns to this inestima-
BILE jewel an antiquity of two thousand years /;
it belonged to the great Emperor Monong-Sa,
who, in ancient times, ruled the greater part
of Asia
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

The Orphan--It appears from the report, re-
Gently published, that there now in the
Washington City Protestant Asylum, for or
phan and destitute children, thirty-nine girls and
twentythree boys. The larger girls assist in the
work Of the family, and the boys are made useful
in vsriou. ways. All are taught to read and
write, and are instructed in the Scriptures. Six
hundred and forty garments have been made du-
ring the past twelve mouth. The Board Of Man
ayers earnestly appeal 10 the public for assistance
in behalf OF the parentlsss children.
We shall publish the report entire in our next
issue
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

Assassination IN New 0RLEAYs.-The Neto
Orleans Della of the 18th ult., says:
Within the last eight weeks there has been
more assassination in the public thoroughfares
Of the republican city Of New Orleans, than,
we will venture to assert, have occurred in the
whole despotic empire Of brutalized Austria, a
nation Of forty millions Of people, in the last
two years; or, indeed, in any other despotic
government in Europe, within the same time !;
or, in any other equal period-saye revolu-
tionary era--since the time when it was the
custom to employ professional assassins in
Italy to avenge private wrongs, or crafty indi-
vidual vengeance.
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supreme Court of the United states.
MONDAY, January IA, 1856.

MONDAY, January IA, 1906.
Evans Casselberry, esq, Of Missouri. was
admitted an attorney and counsellor of this
court.
No. %. The United States, use Of James
Mackey, ct al. rs. Richard S. Coke. In error
to the Circuit Court of the United States for
the District Of Columbia. Mr. Justice Nc
Lean delivered fhe opinion Of the court affirm
ing the judgement Of the said Circuit Court in
this cause, with costs.
No 80. James NJ. Cooper, plaintiff in error,
rs. Enock G. Roberts. The argument of this
cause was concluded by Mr.. Vinton for the
plaintiff in error.
No. 80. The schooner Freeman, &c, Chas.
Hickox, claimant and appellant, rs. Alvah
Buckingham, ct al. The argument of this
cause was commenced by Hon. S. @. Haven
for the appellant
Adjourned till tomorrow, IL o'clock.
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pENNsyIyANIA SENATOR.

The Democratic members of the Pennsyl-
vania Legislature, assembled in caucus, COM
pleted their labors late on Friday night by
nominating Ex-Governor William Bgler to
fill the vacancy from that State in the United
States Senate. The nomination was made on
the sixteenth ballot when the vote stood as
follows: Bigler 43, Foster Is, Buckalew IL,
Jones Z, Robbins 3. Necessary to nominate
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

SD- The proceedings of the House were
somewhat diversified on Saturday, by the ex-
plantations Of the several candidates for the
Speakership. These explanations were drawn
out by certain questions propounded by vari-
Gus members of the House, in reference to the
main political topics of the day. This mode of
proceeding gave rise to no new developments
and caused no change in the voting.
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yoeal ann 4srsunal.

Fun and Music.-The celebrated Christy's
throughout the present week. and will give their
entertai m enis at the Varieties. Their vocal and
performances are truly delightful,
while their frequent outburst of wit convulse the
auditory in .exravagant and unrestrained laugh
ter. They are a funny well as unsteady
talented set Of fellows
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National Agricultural society.-Previou

National Agricultural society--Previous TO
the adjournment, sih< die, toward the close Of the
last week, the following named officers were
unanimously elected: Marshall P. Wilder, Presi.
dent vice presidents, from each State, includi
ing Simon Brown, OF Massachusetts; J. P. Beck
man, Of New York Isaac Newton, Of PENN
sylvania Anthony Kimmsl, Of Maryland, and Gi
w.P Gusts, Of Virginia. Executive Committee
John A. King, OF New York, Richard p. Waters,
Of Massachusetts; Secretary, w. S. King; Trea-
surer, B. b. French.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

Distribution of Fuel Yesterday, 81 ten
O'clock we noticed at least thirty persons, for the
greater part women and female children, of CON-
pexions from white TO black, congregated at the
Mayors Office, as applicants for fuel the city
councils having made liberal appropriation for
supplying the "out-door poor" with that neces-
sary article of winter comfort.
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senate-Monday, January II, 1855.

Mr.. STUART Mr.. President, | move that
when the Senate adjourn, il be to meet on Thurs
day next.
The motion was agreed to-
Mr.. HUNTER. Mr.. President | move that
the Senate do now adjourn; and | wish TO say
word on that motion, for the purpose of gettin
the sense OF the Senate. | think that we shon
either do no legislative business before the orgs
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

Repartee.-In the House Of Representatives,
last week, Mr., Giddings while delivering speech,
said that Mr. Richardson was like BALKANS ass
he ,conI nor speak! :" II is true" said Mr.. Rich
ardson, in reply, IL am somewhat like Baalam !;
when am in the presence of the gentleman from
Ohio, let the ASS speak !" This, Of course, oc-
casioned much laughter"
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1856-01-15

n6- We regret to learn that Major George
Deas, Assistant Adjutant General of the United
States army, while walking on Pennsylvania
avenue, on Thursday last, slipped upon the
ice and fell, and sustained the breaking of one
of the bones Of his right leg, near the ankle.