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Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
Eg- Some of the ouondam Wing


alias Kuow-nothing, politicians of this
county, who, not many moons ago, en-
pannelled themselves into jury of in
quest upon the body of Whiggcry, and
rendered a verdict of death from inter-
nal corruption" now affect to believe
that they can so far galvanize it as to
make it minister to the fraud attempted
to be played off by the late bogus State
Convention. It will be recollected that
the 'frue Wings" of Montgomery were
not represented at Baltimore, and the
reason is that they foreknew the charac-
ter of that Convention and could not
"touch the unclcan thing" But the
fraud must, if possible, be carried out ;
accordingly a call has just been made
upon the "truo Wings of this county to
meet at this place in general convention,
on the I'd of August, of course to re-
spond to and endorse the fraud put forth
by the Baltimore Convention. viii the
'frue Wings" of Montgomery do any
such thing? Nay, verify! but if they
meet at all they will assuredly repudiate
the bogus State Convention with all its
iniquitous doings OF this the managers
seem to be fully aware; for they have
this week published an appeal to the
American Executive Committee" to
meet at Rockville, on the same day for
the transaction Of important business. -
Who so blind as not to see that the Bal
timore farce is to be re-enacted in our
midst? What 'true Wing" can fail to
understand the nature of the ''impoatont
business" to be transacted?
1t would give us pleasure to sec every
true Wing in the county at Rockville on
that day, that they might witness a scene
which would develope the desperation to
which Know-nothingism is reduced, and
the respect it has for the intelligence and
virtue of those whose garments arc UNI
soiled by the filth of its wickedness. -
We know that the true Wings of Mont
gomory see through this movement, and
if they come at all, it will be to place
the seal of their condemnation upon it.
Every such step taken by Know nothing
ism here will but serve to increase the
majority which old Montgomery will
certainly roll up for BUCHANAN and
! BRECKINRIDGE.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
For the Montgomery County Sentinel

For the Montgomery County Sentinel.
Mr.. EDIToR: In the published pro-
ceedings of the last meeting Of the Mont
gomery County Agricultural Society, |
observe a very remarkable movement;
it is no less than an attempt to convert
that society into proscrfptige politicol
machine. As one of its humblest, yet
one fits Oldest and most steadfast friends,
| protest against this abuse and porver-
sion Of the aims and objects of that So
ciety. Those aims and objects are de-
clared to be the encouragement and
promotion of rural and agricultural pur-
suits and it has been the glory of the
Society, and held up to be one of its high
est and most attractive features, that it
presented common platform upon which
all sects, and all parties could meet and
mingle together, as it were in one bond
of common brotherhood. Thus, we have
seen at its periodical meetings, Wings
and Democrats Catholics and Protest
ants--all meeting and interchanging
sentiments and congratulations upon a
common topic, without reserve or con-
straint and such has been the happy
influence of our Society, in abating the
differences of caste, sect, and party, that
a stranger would suppose himself in the
midst Of a great family, bound together
by the strongest ties Of interest and
friendship. But if these proceedings
are to 60 forth as the act Of the Society,
as upon their face they appear to DO, the
whole Society will be held responsible
for tAem, and justly fall into contempt,
ruin, and neglect, for having so far for
gotten It's legitimate duties, as to follow
the wild example Of the fanatical preach
ers Of the North, who have prostituted
their churches and holy Offices into po-
litical club-housos, for party harangues.
The writer Of this has no sympathy with
the political course Of Mr.. Blair, the
gentleman sought to be prescribed, as
unworthy of the position Of Vice Presi-
dent Of the Montgomery County Agri-
cultural Society, because Of his political
sentiments, but he recognizes him as
gentleman Of kind and benevolent feel
iDgs, and whose example in rural and
agricultural pursuits, whose public spirit,
enterprise, and lively interest for the
improvement Of the county, will compare
favorably with either Of the three gentle
men whose names figure at the meeting
at which he is attempted to be ostracized.
As member Of the Society, | there
fore protest against such an abuse Of its
privileges, and peryersion Of its duties
TQLERATION.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

FOREIGN News. by the arrival of the
Persia we have few days later intelli-
gcnco from Europe, but no general or
political information of Importance. -
The only matter of note is an insurrec-
tionary movement among the militia Of
Ireland, which was promptly suppressed.
The public feeling in England respect
ing the Central American question with
the United States Had assumed an AMIGA
bic tone; We may pretty confidently an
ticipato an carly adjustment of all pend
ing difficulties.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
The Two Fanaticisms.

Il is rather a vexatious thing that two
fanaticisms should take a start in this
country at the same time; we should say,
rather vexatious to Northern anthem
ocrats. One only was required, and
doubtless their leaders, FILLMORE and
FRRMoNT. are often forced to exclaim
with the poet, who mourned the presence
Of two mistresses:
GLOW happy would be with either,
With tother dear charncr away"
II, for instance, the abolition excitement
were the only excitement upon the tapis,
how swimmingly Mr.. Fremont would
glide on his way to the Presidency But,
side by side with the republican feeling,
grows up the new party Of race and creed
prescription; and Mr.. Fremont must
content himself with divided sympathy
from that quarter; on the other hand,
Mr.. Fillmore, who boasts of being ac-
knowledged as the Know-nothing leader,
would be much better off, doubtless, if
there were no abolition party in the"free
States, for in that event, he would be
able to use all the Know-nothings for his
own purpose. As large majority of
them were previously employed to help
out the abolitionists, however, he must
wait; but it will not be the fault of his
friends if they are not made to serve both
Fremont and himself. In that event,
embarrassed SITUATIONS" will, Of course,
arise; for If the Know-nothings and
Abolitionists Of the North enter into an
alliance to give the electoral vote Of each
State to the candidate who receives a
plurality Of the numerical vote, how can
the Know-nothings or Wings Of the
South act with them? Two thunder
storms in one sky-two lions in one for
est-two Caesars in one Romc--are gen
orally apt to create some noise and con-
fusion and as this is almost the first time
that so many factions were to be concili-
ated, sore trouble may he the result. -
A collision is inevitable; Aga # the CO
,,ss;cn does not end in purifying the ~
rnosphere, it may conclude (and ior this
every Southerner should increasingly
prsy) with the annihilation of both the
opposing factions.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
The War against Mr.. Buchanan

The sectional journals of the country
with but few exceptions, are teeming and
reeking with the grossest calumnics upon
Mr.. BUCHANAN. Presuming that that
portion of the American people we week.
" address, have sufficient intelligence
and integrity to comprehend the motives
and to detect the falsehoods which prompt
these attacks, we have refrained from
branding them as they deserve. Other
candidates for the Presidency have been
heretofore slandered ard abused, but we
are satisfied that none have been pur-
sued with the same spirit of vindictive
malignity and persistent mendacity as
that which has marked the ISLANDERS
against Mr.. BUCHANAN. He, however,
may well content himself with the re-
Election, " that it is but the fate of place
the rough brake virtue must go through y
for even the best of his predecessors have
not failed to receive the abuse, the de-
traction and traduction which these I'M
principled and venal opponents are now
so literally bestowing upon him. The
immortal WASHINGTON, whose name nc
patriot breathes or hears without a feel.
ing akin to worship, was himself set up
OH by the same kind of harpies that arc
now struggling with eager effort to iniure
and destroy the well-deserving prospec-
tive occupant of the White House. Nc
devotion to the public interests and wei.
fare-no untiring assiduity in the dis
charge of his duties--no considerations
of justice-would be sufficient to concili.
ale such INSCRIPTIONS enemies, who de-
clare him unworthy OF exalted position,
denounce him as a tTi:kster, and ridiculC
him as an imbecile.
But these ISLANDERS have failed Of theil
mark. They have been so gross, and
the meanness of the motive which origi
mated them is so transparent, that NJ
one is deceived but those who resemble
the persons described in the remark, who
"by Oft telling lie, believe it." Tha
this warfare Of malevolenee and detrac.
ton is properly appreciated by tho intel
ligent masses, and that it has failed to
make an impression upon their minds
we have already abundant proof, which
will be rendered overwhelming by the
voice eff the people in November next.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
@- In view of the present disorsap

ES' In view of the present disorgan-
lied condition of the Wing party, and of
the means by which that condition has
been brought about, no old-line CLAW
Wing can he at loss to decide the course
he should pursue III the present Presi-
Dental contest. He finds three candi-
dates in the field-two of them present.
ed by sectional factions, with whose prin-
ciples he can have no sympathy, because
they manifestly tend to the subvcrsion
of our national structure third, the
standard bearer of the national Dcmoc-
racy, whose voice is heard from every
quarter of the confederacy, in behalf of
the Union, the Constitution, and the
rights Of the States. No Wing can fail
to sec that, of the three, the Democratic
party alone can harmonic conflicting
interests, soften the asperities of section
al jealousles, protect the weak from OPP
preston, secure to every man the fruits
of his labor, roll back the tide of fanat-
icism, paralyze the uplifted arm of COM
bined wealth, promote our interests at
home, maintain our rights abroad, and
encourage us still to live in the faith of
our fathers, that we are one people with
one destiny. The safety and perpetuity
of the Union are inseparably connected
with the safety and pernetuity of the
Democratic party; and as Democracy is
not of sectional origin or growth, it can
know no sectional preference. Northern
Democrats show as much self sacrificing
devotion to the constitutional rights of
the South as is exhibited by her most
cherished and distinguished sons, and
if fidelity to the constitution is not for
gotten; if personal and political sacri-
fees are things worthy of remembrance ;
if efficient aid in the trying hour of need,
is recollected, such a man as BUCHANAN
has not only triumphantly shown the
purity of his principles, but he has dem
onstrated the nationality of the party
which he has -dignifed by his name and
illustrated by his example. Let no Wing
forget that the paramount issue in the
contest will be whether any more slave
States shall be received into the Union,
Or which is the same thing, whether the
Union is to be preserved by the united
action of national Democrats and national
Wings, or whether it is to be destroyed
by the asccndency of the combined ele-
mcnts of Know-nothingism and Adolf
tionism
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

TIE Wmo CONVENTION IN VIRGINIA.
Of the Wing convention Wlich met at
Richmond, Virginia, few days since,
and expressed their preference for Mr..
Fillmore, the Richmond ENQUIRER speaks
as follows:
These people are 'old-line Wings
Just as the fugitive from the law is the
gentleman whose respectable name he
assumes. The slime of the serpent is
over them all. Every one wears Sans
mark. They are his property ana they
need not attempt to deny their master
The smoke Of the dark lantern is burnt
upon their brow. They stoop in the
shoulder, from a habit of crawling into
the culyert. There is a smell of sulphur
upon their garments, as upon the gar
ments of him who communcs with the
evil one. They were Wings once, but
are fallen from their high estate If
they have not lost all their original
brightness, they appear as 'archangel
ruin'd,' and with 'th excess Of glory OBJ
scur'd.' They shine in dim eclipse
Care sits on their faded check, and their
brow is 'intrenched by deep scars Of
thunder The allusion suggests the
impotency Of their plots and the wick
edness Of their ambition"
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
Rg- Among our new advancement

Ez7" Among our new advertisements
(o which we invite special attention
will be found one from our mutual friend
and former felow-citizen, +. De p.
LEONARD, who holds out peculiar induce
ments to our travelling community to
patronise the enterprise in which he has
re-embarked among US. From obserya-
ton we are prepared to say that we have
never had line of stages to and from
our town, combining more fully all the
requisites for agreeable and comfortable
travelling. Whoever once takes passage
in one Of his coaches will be tempted to
do so again as occasion may demand. -
That friend L. will be literally cncour-
aged there can be no doubt, as his en-
couragernent and the qualification of the
public are so closely interviewer.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

ES- The friends of BUCHANAN and
BREcKINRIDoE in this county have been
invited to the Barbecue at Frederick, on
the 9TH of August next, and they will
attend in large numbers. The bone and
sinew Of old Montgomery are already in
lively exercise and they will take no rest
until the battles fought and the victory
won. In every District the blood is up,
and our brethren of Frederick will on the
day of their barbecue witness a demon
stration that will satisfy them that the
Unionists Of Montgomery will perfect the
work which they commenced so well last
fall.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
Eg- The effects of distressing drought

Egr The effects of distressing drought
are visible all around lis. The corn looks
scared, its blades twisted up like whip
cords. The potato crop is beyond hope
of recovery, and vegetables of all sorts
must be cut very short if they continue
many more days without rain. The
weather is intensely warm and the dust
binding and choking.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
n.g- We take nleag1ro In callino

Eg We take pleasure in calling the
attention of our Montgomery friends,
who. are in the habit Of dealing in Wash-
.ington city, to the magnificent establish
ment of Messrs GAIT, advertised in TO-
days paper. Our personal and business
acquaintance with these gentlemen enables
US to give assurance that their extensive
trade is conducted with fairness and lib
crafty. Fail not to call on them for
such articles as you may want in their
line, and our word for it they will give
you entire satisfaction.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

ES- The meeting at this place on Sat
urday last, was quite large and very en-
thusiastic 1t was addressed by Messrs
WILLIAM KIGoUR and THOMAS AMBER
SON, two young Montgomrians of ac-
knowledged talent, who have entered
upon the duties of the canvass, with
commendablc spirit. A i" Union Asao-
citation" was formed from which we ex-
pect good results, as it is composed o.
men about whose activity and zeal there
can be no mistake, and as its meetings
are to be frequent in every part of the
District. The national men ofRockvillc
District are fully alive to the issues in
volyed in the present contest and they
have gone to work and will continue tC
work with zeal commensurate with theil
Importance.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
SECOND REDUCTION,

NTE have submitted our stock Of the articles
w below named TO q second reduction in
prices to insure sales and room for heavy au-
tumn supplies:
All our entire stock (Which is very large and
completely Of fancy colorcd Silks
All our entire stock Of Robes in all fabrics.
All our entire stock Of Embroideries, most Of
which are Of recent purchase and modern
styles.
Also, Lawns, Berges Grenadines, Chintzes,
Organizes, dotted and figured, Muslins &c.
with all other kinds Of spring and summer Dry
Goods generally
Constantly ON lnnd all kinds Of pure Linen
Goods in all departments.
Outfits OF Mourning Goods. The extent and
variety ofour stock ofblack goods atall times
will enable purchasers to be suited on the most
moderate terms.
One price only; no deviation.
Good articles low prices and fair dealing
may be relied on In al cases.
PERRY e BROTHER
Central Stores, west building.
july IL Opposite Centre Market
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
500 REWARD I!

az RAN AWAY from the subscriber,
~ living in Rockville, Montgomery
~ county, Nd, on Saturday, 3lst of
3D. May last, NEGRO MAN, AL
FRED, about % years of age; s feet z
inches high dark copper color, and
rather good looking.
He had on when he left, dark blue
and green plaid frock coat, of cloth, and
lighter colored plaid psntaloons.
/ will give the above reward If taken
out of the county. and in any Of the
States, or $50 if tpl--n in the county or
the District of Columbia, and secured so
that / get him again.
JOHN w. ANDERSON.
iune TT
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

THOMAS DONALDSON. ESQ. This tai
ented and popular gentleman Of Howard
county, we are gratifed 10 learn, intends
to take the stump in favor Of Buchanan
and breckenridge. This gentleman was
several times elected to the Legislature
by the Wings, and occupied appointment
and important position in that body.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

Terrible RAILROAD DISASTER. "A
collision occurred on the North Pcnnsyl-
vania Railroad near Germantown on the
18th instant, between the down train and
an excursion train from Philadelphia
with the Sunday School of St. Mchael's
Church. 1t is reported by telegraph
that six cars were demolished thir-
ty-fve persons were killed and nearly
one hundred badly wounded. Among
the killed is Rev Mr.. Sheridan, of st.
Michael's Church.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
LAST IlQTICE |

4 HEREBY notify all persons who
H. have disregarded my former notice by
failing to settle their taxes due TO p. j.
CoNNELb, Collector, for the years ] 852
and 1853, that circumstances render il
absolutely necessary for me to make the
same by distress forthwith wiihoutreserve
fear, favor or affection. nope this no.
lice will not be misunderstood, but that
all will give it their attention by at once
paying their taxes TO me or to w. VEIRs
BoUIc, ESD, at his Office in Rockville,
on or before the 18th day ofAugust next.
NJ. II. LETTON, Dep'y fos
j j. CoSEELL, Late Collector.
iune OFF
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

SAMUEL HAMILTON, ESQ. This dis
tinguished Maryland Wing, says the
A nnapolis Republican, at a meeting Of
the Wings Of Talbot county, made a
speech in opposition to Mr.. Fillmore. -
He said Mr.. Fillmore's position was not
satisfactory to him as an old-line Wing,
and unless he makes known his opinions
on the Nebraska bill, and unless his
opinions coincide with those expressed
by the Wing Convention Of the Goth Of
Nay, be could not support him.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

GEORGETOWN, d. G. July 23.-James
Semmes native of, and wei, known in
this place was last evening killed by an
other individual named Bernard Magee.
From the foreman of the jury and other
well informed citizens, understand that
the location of a Democratic pole and
rivalry in business of two or three little
shops (groggeries) had produced bad
feelings in the neigborhood. Hilleary
Hutchlns, last evening commenced cut
ting the pole down, and James Semmes.
armed with gun, undertook to protect
him, walking alta distance of some TWEEN
ty feet. BY the discharge of a gun, or
other frearm, from Magee's window.
Semmes, the assumed sentinel, was
wounded. Exasperated, he, with others,
armed, hastened to the door of the house
and as Semmcs entered Magee fired-the
load also taking effect Magee then re-
treated up stairs, pursued by Semmes-
and when on the landing place Magee
again fired, literally blowing Semmes'
face off and breaking his jaw-bone. OF
course he was instantly a corpse.
Magee Immediately effected his escape
and running rapidly soon reached The
Washington jail, where he gave himsel
up to the Marshal An inquest wa
held, and the jury rendered verde
corresponding thereto. 1t is said tina
this was the second attempt made to Gu
the pole down.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
MASS MEETING.

To the friends Of Ae Constitution and
Hse Union, and all those faroraJle to
he elcction Of buchanan and Brecltn-
ridge in Nontgome,y Comfy.
The Democracy Of Frederick County propose
holding Graad Mass Meetihg anil BorJeeue al
Ercderick, on THURSD1Yhe IN Of 1ggua,
nezt, which will be attended by the people of
the surrounding counties Of Maryland, Virgin
ia and Pennsylvania.
General C4SS and Hon. STEPHEN n.
DOUGLAS, soiH certainty be present, and 9th
or distinguished gentlemen nave promised TO
address us on that OCCASION
YouAre cordially invited to unite with us in
ono grand rally in support of rights, blood
bought by revolutionary sires now cndan-
gered by faction and fanaticism.
BY order Of the
COM. OF ARRAN GEMENTS
FREDERICK, Nh, July 10, 1856. lily 26-td
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26
Chr 4florkcts.
BALTIMORE. .Enlv pa. ls1l

IALIINUTHi July 20 IoJb.
GRAIN.--WHEAT-The receipts to-day were
quite large, and prices have given way. Mil
lcrs buy sparingly. About 20, 700 bushels of
fered, and about one half sold fair TO good
white at 81 80 Sl.j5, good to prime white al
81 SO a 81 SO, and choice do for family -four
at 81 go a 81 SO. Sales Of red at 81 40 a 81 81
per bushel. Corn-Salcs OF white at 60 a G2c.
yellow at 50 62 cents. Oats 80 35 cents
ner hnshnl -Snn
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

Hon. p. S. Brooks This gentleman
Gays the Washington Star of Tuesday, }
was arrested by Officers Boss and Allen,
on warrant issued by Justice Hollings-
head, upon the written affidavit of +, G..
Treadwell, setting forth that he had rea-
sons to believe that duel was contcm-
plated between Hon. p. S. Brooks of
South Carolina, and Hon. Mr.. Burling-
anne, of Massachusetts. Mr.. Brooks
went before Justice Hollingshead, who,
after consideration, decided that it was
his duty to hold him to bail in the sum
of $5, 600 that he would not in any way
violate the law in relation to ducls in the
District of Columbia.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-07-26

NOTICE ishereby given that the subscrihor
y has obtained from the Orphans Court
OF Montgomery county letters documentary on
the personal estate Of SAMUEL YousG, late o.
said county, deceased All persons having
claims against said deceased ore hereby
warned 70 exhibit inc same with t'is -c;;elers
thereof, 70 the subscriber, on or before the 10Th
day Of July, 1857 otherwise, they may,
by law DE excluded from all benefit Of said
estate. Persons indebted 20 said estate are
requested 10 make immediate payment. Given
under my hand this 18th day Of july 1856.
GEORGE BREWER,
July lo--lt Executor.