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The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12
LATER FROM TEXAS.

The Gonzales Enquirer of the 10th ult. says
Mr. T. j. Catchings, who lives about four miles up the
river presented last week with rich specimen of Sea
Island cotton have in long time 1t is of
the Charleston variety, and of the quality which
sold for 40 cents per pound in New Orleans last fall Mr.
has planted his whole field in this variety of cotton
and he informs that it is doing remarkably WELL
sdering the drought As stated former occasion,
the Sea Island cotton to stand the drought far bet
ter than the short staple.
The Galveston News says that the Bazos Tap Railroad
Company has been organized. This road will tap the
Houston Central about five miles from Washington The
amount of $4,000 has been raised, required by the
charter and the work will be commenced in few days
The San Antonio Ledger learns by letter from Fort
Clarke dated the 9Th August that Captain Pope and his
party had arrived there They in good health and
expected to reach the well camp the Pecos within
eighteen days The letter states that the Indians
ported to be very troublesome along the road but it
thought that they would hardly dare to modest large
party that of Captain Pope.
The Marshall Flag gives account of fatal difficulty
between John Miller and --- Vaughan, in Harrison
county, in which the latter instantly killed by the
former with bowie-knife
The Crockett Printer mentions the death of Captain
John L. Hail. the 25th ut, of the oldest citizens
of the county.
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LATER FROM THE BAHAMAS.

From late files of Bahama papers the Charleston Cour
Ter makes up the following summary:
The House of Assembly has been further prorogued to
Thursday, the LIST of October next.
The brig Victory arrived at Nassau from Jamaica the
25h ult with thrtytwo wives of soldiers of the second
West India regiment, with several children, and a
quantity of stores and baggage belonging to the
corps.
An arrival from Ragged island reports that trakng
going most vigorously at that place large guam
y has been already taken from the pond, and two
goes recently sold at 10 cents per bushel
There is nothing from Turks island.
The Nassau Guardian Of 22d ut announces the death
in that city of Lieut. Col Wetherall, Of her Majesty
first West India regiment and commandment of the garr
at Nassau.
The same paper says
sThis being the anniversary Of the birth of his Royal
Highness the Prince Consort, slutes fired at
from the barracks by the royal artillery and from the
public abutment by the N. field artillery The public
offices were closed and flags hoised at the FORTS
public departments and foreign consuates.
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THE RIGHT SPIRIT.

II win be remembered that, in passing upon the
constitutionality of the New York police BILL Judge
DEMO gave the opinion of the majority of the court
in its favor and Judge John w. Brown an able, and
as we thought conclusive one against it. A Judge
to fill Judge Denios expired term is about to be
elected. Judge Brown has been warmly pressed to
become candidate for nomination at Syracuse But
he Declines and, in letter TO one of the delegates
says:
II is possible, barely possible that my name may be
mentioned at the convention in connexon with the
nation 10 the court of appeals Should anything of that
spectfuly, but positively should regard the nominal
tion great distinction, whatever might be the result
but should nevertheless decline il upon point of honor
and upon public consideration which you will appreciate
The convention could not make candidate without hay
ing its action referred to what occurred in the court Of
appeals upon the question of the metropolitan police bill
and thus it would be made truly untruy, to
the attitude of nominating candidate for high judicial
station account Of his opinion upon single question
and that which will enter somewhat into the election
The judicial Office is not representative in its nature Its
function is the administration of fixed and durable prn
ciples Democrats must not expose themselves to
such mpuation for it is of the prominent sins Of
adversaries that they would change the judges both
in the State and in the Union with the view 10 change
fundamental principles. So much for public considera
tons now for those of private character. The nom
nation is really due to Judge DEMO- due TO his high
moral worth, and his eminent ability and services here
tofore rendered at very inadequate compensation 1t is
said he has declined 10 be candidate. If so, he may
have been influenced by the dissatisfaction expressed by
of the democratic organs at his Judgment upon the
police bill. 1t would be wise-nay, magnanimous-to
nominate him, and confident he would be elected"
Wherever such manly magnanimty prevails among
judges, shall have no fears concerning elective
Judiciary. How nobly Judge Browns views contrast
with those black republicans who wish to strike
down the majority of the United States Supreme
Court account of difference of opinion upon con-
stitutional questions
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THE CANVASS IN MISSISSIPPI.

The eloquent Lamar has canvassed several coun-
ties Of his district with remarkable success. A cor
respondent of the Corinth Republican, in Tishomngo
county, writes:
ain conclusion, / would remark that the Colonel
effort hcre statesman is unsurpassed by any speaker
has been my good fortune to hearin fact upon the
political hustngs he has superior in the State and
strong and able dcbater he has superior of his
age in the United States He gave universal satisfaction
to his democratic friends who will rally to
w support in October next
Speaking of the prospects of Gen. Reuben Davis,
the Carroton Democrat says
1--WE have private information from the eastern por-
ton Of the second congressional district that Gen Davis
will receive fifteen hundred two thousand votes in that
part OF the district beyond the strength of his party
These are large figures but Davis is of great per
sonal popularity and may receive the large vote his
friends claim for him."
From the same paper we copy the following:
"WuLIAM BARKsDALE This gentleman is now filling
list Of appointments which pervade the entire district
Some under similar circumstances not only without oppo
hton, but in position to defy it, would have consulted
their and personal comfort and remained at home
Not so with Captain Barksdae He desires to deserve by
aaborous discharge Of his whole duty the compliment
That paid him in his nomination by acclanstion and
without opposition by the constituency he has served no
faithfully and we'll We bcspcak for him full attend
Snce at his appointments
"SUuLrroS AND BsxE.-These gentlemen are making
gallant fight for the control and mastery of the fourth
district They CONDUCTING the canvass like gentle
men always should, an dignity and propriefy CORE
pondng with the high position to which they aspire
singleton win be elected by the old district without the
SVantaSe of Lauderdale lie deserves success"
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OPINIONS OF THE PRESS CONTINUED.

We continue to-day extracts from the papers
which come to us from all parts of the country The
doctrines advanced by the President in his letter in
reply to the Connecticut memorial meet with a
heartiness of appreciation, rarely accorded to any
paper from such source, bearing ON public affairs
He has been truly fortunate in fully meeting public
expectation, and gratifying the hopes and justify
ing the confidence Of tho democratic party. The
just and conservative spirit which pervades it. the
frmness Of purpose and the determination of will
which are evinced to conform to the constitution,
and to SOC that 1.-THE laws are faithfully executed "
reassure the public mind and confirm the conf
dence Of all What else could inspire such wide
spread appreciation as is now being exhibited
throughout the country? The evidences Of this are
daily coming to us from all sections of the Union
This cordial and spontaneous appreciation must be
gratifying to the President it certainly is to his
personal and party friends.
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

WAsHISoros INSURANCE CoNPAsY.-This company re-
ceiyes applications for insurance buildings merchan
disc, etc. at the usual city rates without any charge for
policy at its Office corner of Tenth street and Pennyl
vania avenue,
The capital is $500, 900, subscribed by of
most reliable and respectable citizens well known to the
community at large In this, all win find guarantee
that every obligation viii be promptly discharged, with
embarrassing process and annoying forms The charter
granted by Congress looks to the protection of the public,
in the fact that the stockholders and directors indi
vdualy responsible in their private fortunes for all lia
bites. The increasing business Of this company is In
cave of the confidence in the mode observed in the
transaction of its business well in the security which
it affords TO insurers.
The DIsrINouIsHED SECRETARY or THE NAVY was sere-
naded at early hour Thursday night at his resi-
dence by the Marine Band The music chosen for the
occasion singulary appropriate and admirably exc
cuted. After several airs had been performed, Mr..
Toucey in response TO CALL forward and courteous
ly invited those excellent musicians into his house,
where he entertained them in the most hospitabe man
The NATIONALITY OF our SocErY.-0ne of the most
pleasing features of Washington life is the opportunity
for daily association with fellow citizens from all
parts of the Union. No matter whether we drop into
The 'iiS
Patent Office or the Smithsonian Institution, sure
meet with the citizens of the North and the South the
East and the West,
THn STATUES OF PEACE WAR in the eastern portco
of the old Capitol building designed by Perseo,
and cost the government $4,000 each. The group of
Columbus &c. the blocking of the steps, designed
by the same artist and cost OOO besides the cost of
transportation from Italy, which 81, 900, making in
all $24, 900.
THE CAPITOL SEwER.This work is progressing rapidly
The excavation is completed and the sewer itself partly
constructed from the canal up to the Capitol grounds,
and the grounds broken from the south side to
opposite the steps of the centre terrace.
The WASHINGTON AsYLuM-Orders have been issued
for the commencement of the asylum and workmen
employed in clearing away the ruins of the old
building.
New DmEcroRY We informed that
and complete Directory of the city, compiled by an expe-
rienced statistcan, is to make its appearance.
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT.

The President of the United States having been in
vited by the Marine Association of ST. Louis to at
tend the fair to be held in that city the 2sth inst
politely declined as follows:
My DEAR SIR have been honored by the invitation
of the members of the Marine Association kindly
municated by yourself to visit the city of ST. Louis
the 2sth of September next
beg to assure you that should esteem such visit
to be not only pleasure but valued privilege and
therefore regret that my public duties will render this
impossible.
From your friend, very respectfully
JAMES BUCHANAN.
N. RASNEY, Esq,
President of the Marine Association
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12
NEW YORK pEMocRATlc sTATE coNyENTIoN.

NEW lOhh DHMOChAIlC STATE CONVENTION.
The New York democratic State convention met
at Syracuse on Thursday morning, and was perma-
Taylor as president. Some little difficulty was ex-
pericncod in the preliminary proceedings in conse-
quence of the opposing claims of three sets of dele
gates from the city of New York. but this difficulty
ultimately adjusted in satisfactory manner by
the adoption of resolution admitting eight Cooper
and eight Wilson Small delegates--the sixteen
choosing seventeenth delegate.
The convention met again yesterday morning. and
nominated the following ticket: For comptroller,
Sandford Church treasurer, Isaac Vanderpool;
secretary Of State, Gideon Tucker; attorney general
Lyman Tremaine; engineer, Van r.. Richmond !;
prison inspector, w. c. Rhodes
Wereccived Geographic despatch yesterday af
ternoon from esteemed correspondent in Syracuse,
which states that the feeling which animates the
members Of the convention augurs well for the sue
cess of the entire State ticket, which is strong one
The local differences in the city of New York have
been happily adjusted and the democracy of the
Empire State will now present to the enemies of their
principles solid and united front.
Never party more conscious of superior
strength than the democratic masses of New York
are at the present time. 1t needed only union and
harmony bring that strength into successful oper
alton
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

The Louisiana Courier of the 4th inst says 'New Or
leans continues to be sgnay favored Her sanitary
dtion is excellent the weather charming and the appear
The repairs and decorations Of the buildings of all descrp
tons being rapidly completed and nbsentees
on business and pleasure beginning to return From
day to day this will of course become marked,
TILL in very short time may expect to have to
port business and gaety in full career rejoicing in the
season. full of present enjoyment and high hopes for the
future May nothing mar them -
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12
THE NEW COMMISSIONER OF PATENTS

If the press truly reflects the sentiments of the
people, the appointment of Joseph Holt esq., of Ken
lucky, as Commissioner of Patents may be safely
regarded as an exceedingly popular one, and judi
cious as popular. All concede to him the needed
and varied attanmens for the successful and accept
able discharge of the important duties of his ardu-
and responsible office; and as he has long en-
joyed the reputation of being of the most earn
est efficient, and eloquent supporters of the demo-
cratic party, it affords the greatest pleasure thus
to record conspicuous recognition of capacity
talents, and service.
correspondent, who a member of the Dem
ocratc National Convention of 1886, has kindly fur
nished us with the following brief and graphic notice
of the eloquent and wel-known speech delivered by
Mr. Holt before that body:
Mr.. Holt rose, not far from the entrance door
of the building, under the impulse of the moment
and made of the most thrilling and eloquent
speeches that it has been my pleasure and privilege
to listen to before since have never seen in all my
life such powerful effect produced upon deIiberatve
body During its delivery almost every member Of the
body rose to his feet--some capped some stamped
mounted the benches. The galleries were crowded with
spectators them large number of the fair
scxall of whom to their feet to catch glimpse of
the orator The ladies gave evidence of their joy by the
waving of handkerchiefs, &c. When / asked the
question: Who is Joseph Holt reply Go the Globe
office and read speech he made in the Baltimore Ma
tional Convention In 1886.
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

The Federal (Georga) Union says 1--WE understand
that by the Of John l. Bass killed in his
own house day last week by Mrs. Hudson. The
parties all lived in Hancock county 1t appears that Bass
came homo drunk, matreated his wife, and drove her
and children and Mrs Hudson and children out of his
house Mrs. Hudson burst two caps at him; then she
went home, and next morning very early Just as Bass
getting up she entered his ROOM placed pistol to
his breast and fred killing Bass instantly These are the
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

The Boston Journal states that there is stored
the Boston wharf South Boston, in bond six
of sugar and molasses There also large quantities
in other localities What is to become Of it ALI There
similarly large stock in all the principal cities of the
United States, showing clearly that it not scarcity
of these articles become necessary of e that has
run up the price than double within year There
is in Boston, New York Philadelphia and Baltimore
than three times the stock Of sugar that there
year since.
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OPTICAL.

BseAaAon Prsaent q 0s Unad Sat q Amooa % all
tAom q may
satisfactory having exhibited 10 that Charles I'd
Kortrgh appointed consul Of her Britannia
ey the Of Pennsylvania 10 reside at Philadelphia do
hereby recognise him SUCH and declare him free exercise
enjoy functions powers, and privileges are allowed
the favored nations In the untod States
testimony caused these letters 70 be made patent
and the United States 10 be hereunio anixed
6yen under the city Washington tho 10Th day OF
H. 81 september 1857 Of the Independence Of the United
States America the eighty second
JAMES BUCHANAN
BY the President;
Lxwn Cas-, Secretary OF sa4io.
james DAo.sn, Tssdo # q nsoa % oil EAOa
may
Satisfactory evidence having exhibited that Denis Dono
hoe has been appointed Of her Britannia Majesty Buffalo
do hereby him SUCH and him
and enjoy such functions powers and privileges allowed 10
the consu Of the favored nations In the United States
In testimony whereof have these letters 10 be made
snt the the United be hereunio affixed
hand the city Of Washington the 10th day OF
H. 81 sepembe 1887 Of he independence OF the United
States Of America the eighty second.
JAMES BUCHANAN
BY the President
LKwH Cas- Secretary Of State.
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

Cooled orr.--When the last weeks panic had broken
out round the doors of of our banking houses, the
contagion reached the clerks and elers and each
was seen with blank check ready to draw out his bal
ance before the old trap closed them One of them
ciphered away at his account with great diligence and
nervous haste TILL striking balance, he found he had
overdrawn his salary two dollars and half His conf
dence in the institution was Immediately restored.
Cleveland Plain Dealer.
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

TREASURY
Sers Of Revenue Cutters. The Secretary Of the Treasury
has received official information Of the seizure Of SIX rev.
enue cutters built by Messr. Merry Gay, at Milan
Ohio for the United States government by the United
States marshal at the suit of Messrs Knapp, Wilkins
Co. Of Pttsburg The attachment was issued for mate
rial furnished to the builders.
INTERIOR DEPARTMENT.
Murder Of German al Gull Lake.--Ihe acting Commits
sioner Of Indian Aiars has received official information
from Superintendent Cullen conrmatory Of the accounts
recently published in the newspapers of the killing OF an
idioac German at Gull Lake, Minnesota, tho 2sth
ut, by halfb and two Chippewa Indians whohad
been trained at the mission The murderers prompt
y arrested and placed in the hands Of the sheriff OF
Morrison county, from whom they taken while on
his way Fort Smelling and hung in the neighborhood
of Swan river
Important Decision Secretary of the INTERIOR upon
case recently presented has decided that he has no
power to entertain appeal from the decision of the
counting officers Of the treasury upon any accounts,
cept emoument returns presented for adjustment prior to
the passage of the act of the 18th of August 1885, by
any of the narshal clerks, ohT officers of the United
States courts.
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SENATOR DAVIS.

The Mississippian of the I'd inst. says:
"Our distinguished Sennor Davis left yesterday evening
for the purpose of filing the list OF appointments in the
northern and middle counties, which will be found in
other column He will be accompanied at these appoint
mens by 1hos j. Wharton, the able and eloquent dem
ocratic candidate for attorney general
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

II that the famous memorial to the President
was got up in this city, at Yale Commencement the
time Wendell Phillips addressed the Phi Beta Kappa So
ciety iStraws show &c."--Nae Haven Register.
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

Mr.. G. H. Christian, of Louisville, Kentucky sold a
few days ago to George c. Renshaw, esq of Hamilton
county Ohio $500 of land in Wisconsin at an av
erage Of 81 per Mr. G. located this land about two
years ago. net cost of 81 per acre. realizing $22 900
the SALE half cash and half two years time Pretty
good interest for the time
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12
FURN ACES.

TIME ATTENTION of the community generally,
and of sebudes particularly, invited the Keystone
Heater lately patented by j. d. Green of Philadelphia
All Interested solicited call store and satisfy
themselves OF the superiority this heater all others So
ccsy have the principles OF combustion been applied it's
ructon that although radang surface OF hundred
and fifty feet requires thirty cent less coal than
furnace heretofore manufactured
Every Improvement that OF thirty the f
business could has applied the production the
Keystone Heater and It's propetors feel assured that for efficiency
and economy Of use, II Is unsurpassed.
SHELLEY GUY,
No. 800 Penn avenue, bet. 10th and 18th ss,
Exclusive for the sale Of The keystone Heater
Aug b--T&Th2m
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

We learn from the Augusta Constitutionalist that
complimentary dinner will be given to Senator
Toombs and Hon. A. II. Stephens, at Woodstock
Georgia. on the 10Th inst.
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12
WASHINGTON CITY.
SATURDAY MORNING. SEPT. I2. 1857

ssNr IAn IAr No ls2 South Tenth street. Philadelphia
general travelling agent assisted by Wa H. wnD
lDa JAAE5 DKIso j. HASN'T JAAI TAos NcE r. w. Nos.
ussos w. WHY, VS. l. wArKzdAs, H. CAAsos X Nus
nv Bks SWAN, T. AssD4As, and p. nayIs.
BsMr mr IEwn Montgomery, Alabama generaltrav-
cling agent Cor the Alabama Tennessoe by
JAMS LkH1s and II. NJ LEWIS, jr.
sBM. w JAMIE No Harrison street. Cincinnati, Ohio
general collecting for the Western Texas by
THOMAS, wnIIAA IL TnosAs, Tos JAMES, Dr L. cnDs
GEsRE MoE and csARD AkE Receipts either good
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

The Charleston Courier of last Wednesday says:
eve learn that Richard Ycadon esq, will leave his
country residence at Kalmia this morning. for the North
for the purpose of bringing the remains of Hugh s. Le
garG from Boston to his native State
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

II is said that Mr. Nicholas Wells raised this season.
on his farm Mt Winchester Bottom on the Ohio river
in Tyler county, Va, LOCO bushels good prime white
wheat portion of the land which the wheat grew
measured and the yield averaged fraction over for
ty bushels TO the acre.
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OFFICIAL.
APPoINTAIE.
RESIDENT.

APPOINTMENT BY THE PRESIDENT
Joseph II. Brown, of Minnesota, Indian agent for
ihe Sioux Indians in Minnesota, in place Of Agent
Flandreau, who was recently appointed one of the
Judges Of Utah Territory.
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rosr orrloE pEpAnrMENr.

Resignation. Joseph w Merriam, esq has resigned his
thirdclass 81 500 cerkship in the Post Office Depart
ment and already noticed has entered into partner
shire Patriot.
The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-12

Dds~ The Rev. VIM. Pinkney, ID. d., having
cpted the call tho vesty the Church the ASCENSION will enter
upon the duties OF his rectorbp Sunday October IL
desiring pcws the church will please apply
@. i. HURIBURT,
Register OF Ascension Church,
..... Room No H. west wing Patent Office.
Sept 5-TuW&Stft