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GeneraI ReIIef Com mittee.

The following the officers and members for the prese
term, say from July 1857. 10 January ls5S
Gerard Sh President TO be found Al keeorde.s once Fr
District Thos Shields Secretary at Odd Fellows Halt
Tho4s 4 Waker Treasurer l3 Common street; Theedae
f. f. l. Hoste Bank of oIieaps G. Langenhecker Iuzan
berg Hospital: E. Allen 1873 Canal street; james Cough Ne
chRnics' Dealers Exchange ST. Charles David
Moore no Poydras Mcpouga box ga Mechanics'
EXCHANGE Charles stree j. GaTnnWski
Tchouptoulas o. VOORHEES, Naga zine street, u Press
le Chippewa street. between kson Philip; Fdw. WI
son. Aige L. Graham 10 Camp =, Nil Boards
wafehouse T. jones Third District W kotlue FnnrIh Dis
tct DeGruys Second DisITfct; Eteas Smith, Common
between Camp and St, Charles streets.
| THQS 4. SHIELDF, Secretary.
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EAGLE DEGREE LODGE NO. /, I O. o. r, meetd
and third Saturdays in every month in ReoH
No. q Odd Fellows Hall Brothers cordially invited
attend Ocers-ersrd Stith Degree Master; Francis Ravls-
Secretary.
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oosa Ee,Inxvs, Rest. !,

BOARD oFpIRECTORsF FOR 1879 sers- Henry Bier
emetefy Committee-Haper Glipgham, Gardner Smith, jas
Goldnc Finance Con,mttee-E. A. Patterson, H. H. Densi
y Miller Sexton-Daniel Merritt. Members-James EN{
peaux Frank Lewis H. Goldman F. Peterson Jos Aiisa
j. p Warner, j, C, Wagner.
VAULTS IN "oDD FELLOWS REsT'' may be procurez
by applying to NJ CoRRY sckes& Co.'s s. Canal strsss
at n Felt STETsoNs "a Camp II. MEIspAuGH, T.
s. Mint and the Secretary's office in Odd Fellows Hall
ner of Camp and Lafayette Streets
Price of Lots and VausReuar lots 10 feet SsiS
ditto by feet SIS Vaults, doube to Lodges
$685. ditto 10 all Others TO- single, Stockholders LGdges
s45 ditto, all others, $50
relative purchase Of Lots etc. can be had
on applications
THOMAS H. SHIELDS, Secretary Q. F. Rest
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THEIR TACTICS.

Inc practice Of the Democratic Plumber Party
has always been to deiame those whom they could
not defeat, and to villify and misrspresent those
whom they could reach by no other or pobler
weapons. Pursuing this policy, they hurled the
shafts Of calumny and falsehood for years at
HENRY CLAY. There was nothing too bad to be
said Of him, and in 1914 their papers teemed with
representations and falsehoods which the father
u mes would have been ashamed to have been
oon'iaered the author Of The Wing party, too,
"as denounced and maligned as British Wings, y
y reuerai wings" Bank.bou. bit Wings, !" " Tory
wings, &C.. &c. and by the use Of such wea.
pons, MT. Clay and the Wing party were defeated
In 1874 by those who non turn round and with
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The following extracts from letters under the
sign manual of Mr. Buchanan, disclose the emf
nent consistency of this distinguished head of the
great National Democratic party. That which
Mr.. Buchanan firmly maintained to be orthodox
in ls4s and 1856, il strikes him with amazement
in 1887 to find that any one should venture to
assert:
JAMES BUCHANAN IN ls4s.
Having urged the adoption Of the Missouri
Compromise, the inference is irresistible that
Congress, in my opinion possesses power to legis-
late upon the subject of slavery in the Territories"
Buchanan's Letter to SANFORD
JAMES BUCHANAN IN 1856.
"This lcgislation---the Kansas and Nebraska
bills founded on principles as free government
ITSELF and in accordance with them, has simply de-
clared that the people of Territory, like those OF
State, shall decide for themselves whether
slavery shall mott exist within the limits Accepta-
ton Of nominations for the Presidency
PRESIDENT BUCHANAN IN 1857.
Slavery existed at that period when the Kan
sas and Nebraska bill was passed and still exists in
Kansas under the Constitution OF the United States.
This point has at last been decided by the high
est tribunal known to our laws. How it could
ever have been seriously doubted, is a mystery.
II confederation of sovereign States acquire new
territory at the expense OF their common blood
and treasure surely set of the parties have
no right to exclude the other from its engage
ment, by prohibiting them from taking into it what
ever is recognised to be property by common
Constitution. "-Letter to Sitiiman ''g
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EXTRAORDINARY DoINGs.

Few people are aware of the prescription going
on at the Navy Yard in this city among the Ia.
borers in and the masters or head men Of the
several workshops. We understand that ten of
the latter have been, dismissed and others substi-
tuted in their places. Those dismissed are, with
out exception, first rate workmen, men of good
character, sober, attentive, and faithful and most
OF them have had long experience In their posi-
tons; while some, at least of those appointed in
their places, are not good workmen, are incompe-
tent to perform the duties performed by their
predecessors, and in consequence Of their incapa-
city, have had to have assistants appointed to do
what belongs to them to do.
But these men are put there to do the dirty
work Of discharging those Heretofore employed in
the shops, and employing others, of different
politics aud religion, in therplaces The heads of
shops who have been dismissed scorned to ask a
man what were his politics or religion; with these
they thought they had nothing to do; that all
they should know was whether the individual to
be employed was q good workman and steady,
sober man. This, however, did not suit the head
men of the Plumber Party, and so they and those
under them were to be sent adrift for more faith.
full tools, even though they might be poor work.
men. ."Ena ~a#
This course has been strenuously and yehem-
emily opposed by the officers Of the navy, who
have protested against making the Navy Yards
the hot Ids of politics. and especially of discharg
ing good, faithful and experienced workmen, for
worthless and graceless scamps. But their wishes
and protestations have been disregarded, or
rather weighed nothing in comparison with the
demands of the Jackson and other Locofoco clubs
of this city. The work of prescription goes
bravely on, almost daily, in the Yard
One of the extraordinary features of this pro-
scription is that when one ofthe newly appointed
masters of particular branch of work was APP
pealed to by those he was removing, his reply
was that he must do as directed by the committee
that procured his appointment! and when asked
by superior officer whether he said this, he ad-
mtted that he did, whereupon the superior
ordered him to continue the men in employment
saying that he would let him know that the bust
political committee. ~
1t turns out, however, that this political COM
mitttee do control the business Of the Yard, for
We informed that upon their waiting upon
somebody at headquarters, an ORDER was issued
to this superior officer not to interfere with the
dismissal or selection of the workmenl thus max
ing the sIbordinates in the Yard, who are the
mere tools of the said committee, superior to and
independent of the Commander of the Yardl
This is a pretty state of things, truly! In the
name of WASHINGTON, what next?
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A HARD LOT.

Like all other parties and bodies of men, espe-
cialy the Wing party, the American party has
had the misfortune to have in its folds men who
wee unable to withstand temptation, and whose
fidelity and love of principle gave way before the
glitter of thirty pieces Of silver, and the corrusca
tons which gathered around the hope Of being
numbered among that blessed company who were
to receive "the spoils of Office" aud "public
plumber" won by the "victors" in presto ential
contest
Some of these have been already made heart.
sick by "hope deferred" and we fear are destined
to see their hopes still longer, ir not indefinitely
deferred; since prominent member of the Cabi.
et has declared that "he hated the Americana
worse than ever, Though they we're the means Of
lis holding his present post and that not one who
belonged, or had ever belonged TO that party
should, with his consent, hold Office under the
present administration"
We have tender regard for these unfortunate
patriots but really must say to them, "you are
very handsome, gentlemen, but as you chose to 20
out, you can't como in" We want none but such
as can stand fire, wind, water, thunder, lightning,
hail, sleet, snow and starvation. @
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GT We are authorized to announce William j.
Blackiston, of ST. Mary's county, as cadidate for
the sufrages of the freemen of the Sixth Congress
sional District of the State Of Maryland, at the
approaching election, which is to be holden on
the 4th day of November next
Mr.. Blackiston has always been an Old Line
Wing, and as there are now three candidates in
the field, viz: Gen. Thomas F. Bowie Marcus
Duvall, Esq, and Mr.. Blackiston, we would
greatly prefer the election of the latter and we ad-
wise the American party TO give him their influence
and their votes. The time is short, but much may
yet be emphasized
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H- As the National Intelligencer has published
several columns of slamderous and untruthtisl
statements, which they copied from that neutral
paper, the Baltimore SIN, in regard to the late
Baltimore election and the disturbances in that
city, we wonder whether it will give place in
its columns to the noble address of Mr.. Swami, to
the citizens of Baltimore.
Mr. Swami has been subscriber to the Intelli-
gencer for more than twenty years. and yet, we
doubt if this measure of justice will be melted to
hin, p
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gB- The Richmond Enquirer, in announcing
the election of James B. Clay to Congress, from
the Ashland district of Kentucky, says
MAY he be as distinguished for his services to
the Democracy as was his gallant, eloquent and
illustrious father for the ability and zeal with
which be contended against it,"
We know of nothing either in history or fiction
comparable in meanness to the counting of J. B.
Clay, by the Plumber Party, and his suffering him
self to be won by them, save the courtship of
Lady Anne, by Richard Third, or Elizabeth,
Queen of Edward Fourth, consenting to bestow
her daughter upon the monster, who had mur-
dered her two sons, the same hdeous Richard.
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For The American.

Mr.. FxSros: The victory won by the Arueri-
cans on Wednesday last has no parallel In the
history Of political parties Ia this country It was
signal, decisive, and completely over whelmine.
and conclusively establishes q fixed fact, that
Locofocoism in the Monumental City is defunct,
and it's organization as party dissolved Such
are the fruits rceped by the American party on
Wednesday another bright star will be added. IN
November next, TO the galaxy of constell ations
which now cluster around and emblazon the folds
Of the American flag in good old Maryland .a 81
This result was wholly unexpected by the Loco.
focos in the city, and its official announcement
carried terror to their hearts; they had conf
IDENTITY predicted that tho future was theirs. and
even Wanted that they would redeem the city
from the mal-administration of Americsnism and
restore her TO the proud and pre-eminent position
she held in the halcyon days Of Democracy.
Months prior to the election it was known that
the Locofocos were making strenuous efforts 20
secure success in the municipal struggle. They
operated secretly, and labored with an energy,
worthy of a better cause; they planned and ar
ranged with perfection gigantic scheme of fraud
il IL had succeeded they would have realized the
desired object; but treachery aided by the sleep-
less vigilance Of the Mayor. developed the
plot, and enabled the Americans TO
adopt those measures which in toto frustrated
them, before thew ripened into maturity. Muskets.
United States horse pistols, and ammunition, we're
deposited at the different RENDEZVOUS Of their
clubs to be used according 20 the nstnre Of
Certain emergency, which they contemplated and
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MASSACHUSETTS CONSERVATIVES,

MASSACHUSETTS, CONSERVATISM.
We rejoice to perceive that there is some com.
mon sense and consideration still left in the Old
Bay State" where all has appeared to be confu
sion, phrsnzy, and fanaticism.
We learn by the Boston papers that meeting
was held at Faneuil Hall on Friday evening last,
composed chiefly Of those who do not fully concur
in sentiment with either of the four organized
parties already in the field with their candidates
in that State, namely: the american, the Banks,
the Straight Repu6lican and the Democratic par
ties
At this meeting was read letter from Mr.. Win.
throp, which commends itself to the heart and
head of every truly national man, and the spirit Of
which we most earnestly desire to see animating
the bosoms of the entire people of the Union
In full accord with the sentiments of this letter
is the tone Of speech made by Mr.. billiard at the
meeting. Such sentiments do honor to those who
utter them, and to the State if she will act in &C.
cordance with them. Mr.. Winthrop says:
81 can vote for no one who stands before the
people as the avowed candidate of sectional
party, and whose great end and object would seem
to be to array a united North against the other
phrJs Vi luc Couutry. OtutIb may 8O IOr u unlteu
North; ] shall continue to prefer united nation.
"Nor can / vote for one who places so low an
estimate on the value of an independent Judi.
ciary that he would either remove a State Judge,
denounce, revile, and assail national bench Of
judges, for decision or decree, however unpala.
table, which they may have given in the con-
scientious discharge Of duty.
Mr.. billiard said: ~
"The personal---very. bill puts the State of Mas.
sachusetts In attitude Of direct hostility to the
General Government So does the removal of
Judge Loring. The position of Massachusetts, is
just this: il treats the General Government as
hostile and foreign nation, whose laws may be re-
sisted by force whenever they conflict with the
public sentiment of the State. need not say to
you that this is false doctrine; that it IL wholly
inconsistent with sound constitutional relation
between the General Government and the several
States, and that II is principle Which, II extended
and carried out IL fraught with danger TO the best
interests of humanity and liberty in this hemi.
sphere.
"But there is a spirit of the Constitution as
well as letter; aud by that spirit Of the Consti
tuition Massachusetts, is bound 10 repeal the per-
sonal liberty bill, and every citizen of Massachu-
sets is bound TO sustain by his vote the Chief
Magistrate who refuses TO remove United States
officer for the lawful discharge Of the duties de-
yolved upon him by the laws Of the United States"
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MASSACHUSETTS.

The Straight Republicans of Massachusetts, have
finally nominated State ticket for Governor, &c.
They do not expect TO elect their candidates, but
think it best to vote for men who represent their
principles even though they cannot elect them
They avow themselves TO be thoroughly anti
slavery, and DESTROYS TO organize and maintain
their party upon that issue solely In their ad-
dress they express no less hostility TO what they
are pleased TO call the Know Nothngs than they
do TO the shareholders, and appear to be as mimi.
cal to the American party as Mr.. Buchanan and
his Cabinet are. As the two agree so well in
their opposition to Americanism, we do not see
why they may not be very good friends, and act
together.
"If it is expected" says the address Of the
Straight Republican State Convention, "tbat the
North can be united on Republican ticket and
platform, with which shall be incorporated Know
Nothing men and measures, the disappointment
will be great. Such a policy cannot succeed and
ought not TO succeed. The two elements Of
hatred 70 foreigners and opposition TO slavery
cannot exist harmoniousy in the same party, for
they are inconsistent with each other. And we
hereby declare our unwavering hostility to Know
Nothngism and its policy"
Thus, It win be seen that the Straight Repub.
licans, who seem to be the old Aboltionists, are
as much the avowed enemies of the Americans as
the Plumber Party are, and why should not the
Two join and act togetherS e8
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AMERICANS,

You are expected to gather together on Thurs
day evening, at your social contabs.
1t is heart-warming in these dull times to meet
each other and interchange friendly greetings. A
distinguished and eloquent Americam, from a
Southern State is in the city, and it is hoped will
be present. - ----- = - l. -
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Ae ENTs FOR THE AMERICAN.

For First, Second, Third and Fourth Wards Henry
johnson, residence 400 X street. .'' ~
For Georgetown, (The Embodyment)
For Sixth Ward, John Little.
For Fifth and Seventh Wards, MORTIMER SMALL
WOOD, No. 374, North Capitol street, between b
and G.. ,"...-:.r. '.na
HENRY BOYER, Agent for Alexandria.
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as much meanness and hypocricy as they then
manifested nahgnity, laud Mr.. Clay as patriot
and statesman, and the Old Line Wings, who have
sneaked into their ranks, As high-mined, noble,
patriotic Wings! All their malice and abuse are
now reserved for Ansricsns, and are heapsd upon
them without stint or the least regard for truth.
Knowing that they we're 70 be defeated in Balti-
more formerly Democratic city, the press Of
tho country whose existence depends upon the
plundey dealt out to them from day 70 day, have
systematically sssailed and misrepresented that
city, endeavoring to raise such prejudice against
it as seriously to effect its prosperity In this at
tempt they have thus far failed; but since the
election there they seem to be animated by a new
and increased desire to malign her, and to throw
upon the Americans all the odum which they
well know belongs TO their own Joreign allies, in
regard to the riots and bloodshed OH the day Of
election. They are now playing the same game
Of falsehood and wilful Misrepresentation that they
played in regard to the murderous scenes OF
Bloody Monday in this city; when peaceable,
unofending citizens, mere lookers-on, were ruth.
lessly shot down by foreigners in the uniform Of
American Marines " {and from that day to this no
inquiries made by the legal authorizes how these
persons thus killed came to their death 1.-THE
same game Of misrepresentation as they played in
regard to the violence and riots at Louisville, and
also in regard to like scenes at New Orleans. No
matter how many americans may be murdered by
their miscreant foreign allies no matter what as.
saults they may commit, what outrages perpetrate,
if the authorities attempt to put stop to their
murderous or riotous proceedings, they, and not
the rioters and ruffians, are charged by the ad-
ministration, living upon pinnder, as we have
before said las being the authors of all the blood
shed, -the Union, as the organ Of the admins
tration, leading the way. Whosoever partakes Of
the public plumber, must do his share Of defaming
americans, whether he be Editor or Office holder,
or else incur the high displeasure Of those who
shake the crumbs from Uncle Sans table. That
way favor lies, and 10 other.
1t is useless, therefore, to exhibit the truth to
these administration papers; truth is not what
they desire, not what suits their purpose isrep-
resent and clamor they will, for it is their voca-
ton.
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The Masonic SIGN.-Thc polite trick of placing
the thumb to the nose, and then performing certain
fancy gyratons is older than many persons suppose
In book published in 1915, occurs a passage OF
which the following is a translation:
"A falconer in Paris seized stick to bent bis
servant who had offended him. This not being n
the servants mind he fled, plunged in the Seine
and swan across. When half way across he turned
around in the water, and putting his thumb, to his
cheek moved his band like wig and made grim
aces at his master"
The above is clipped from an exchange. But
.ne gyraton in question was known long before
1919; In Hogarths engraving of the Election. a
man Is represented with his thumb to his nose
onee-grindng" away, while in Rabeais, there IL
most elaborate description not only of the mo.
ton in question, but Of many more resembling II
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In Cincinnati, Of some twenty-five thousand
employees 10 clothing establishments, fully one
half have been discharged
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"A SAD AFrAIR.-A lamentable accident oc.
cured at Leeds, in Northampton, Pa. ast Tburs.
day evening Mr.. Alexander Berry and b;s &c,
were sitting at table while he was at work over
loaded pistol, when 1t suddenly exploded. ,end.
ing the bail through the right breast Of Mrs r
10 the shoulder blade, where il lodged. She was
entertained of her recovery.
Better let pistols alone; there are too many Of
them, and we have too much to do with them.
Colts revolver is the reatest curse ever inventad
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UsDEReRouND 4. r. RETURN TRAIxs.-The
steamer Telegraph brings back from Canada on
every trip, families of negroes who have formerly
fed to the Provinces from the States. They de-
scribe the life and condition Of the blacks in Can.
ada as miserable in the extreme. They are prin-
cipally from Canada West. Ohio and Michigan
are likely 70 have large sccessions 10 their negro
population from that source. The Canadians have
shown disposition In their Parliament and 10
every day transactions 10 discourage the negro
population coming to or remaining 10 the Provin-
ces.- Cleveland Plo;rcealsv. X -
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THE AMERICAN.
Curiosities Of Literature.

WASHINGTON. OCTOBER 81, 1857.