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The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-09-15

GENTLEMEN:
Your note of this morning is received. In re
ply to your several INTERPRETATIONS therin con-
tained. have to say that in my Judgment the
Constitution of the United States limits and de-
fines the legislative powers of Congress, and
that under it Congress has no power to pass any
law authorizing slavery in any territory of the
United States The Constitution was made "to
establish Justice and secure blessings Of liberty"
hold therefore that by American law no man
can be subjected to involuntary slavery and con-
ycrted chattel Slavery as it exists within the
several States. exists there not by virtue of the
Constitution of the United States, but indepcn-
dent of it; but within the territories the Con
stitution is supreme and slavery can only exist
in violation ofthe Constitution.
These are my opinions often expressed here
tofore | do not hesitate to say that it is the du-
ty of Congress to forever prohibit involuntary
servitudc in any and all the territories Of the
United States except as in punishment for crime
of which he shall have been duly convicted. t.
This was the provision Of the Ordinance OF IL
81, and was reenacted by the first Congress
for the government the Territories Of the Uni
ted States north west Of the Ohio River. This
provision should be extended by Congress over
all the territories now in possession OF the United
States-thc District OF Columbia lncluded-and
it should in like manner be extended to all the
Territories which our government should here
after acquire. The 10th and sd sections of
tie recent act organizing the Territories of Kan
sas and Nebraska should be forthwith repealed
as thereby the 9th section of fhe Missouri act
prohibiting slavery within said territories is de-
cared imperative, and for the further reason
that in the said two sections Of said Nebraska
and Kansas bill it is declared that slavery is mot
excluded from said territory, and that the pro-
visions Of the Fugitive Slave Bill are also extern
ded to and made full of force within said Terri
tories.
The Fugitive Slave Bill should also be repea-
ted, because It's provisions are violatve alike o
the Constitution and that whlch it was inten
ded to secure,
And for full answer to your inquiries de-
clare myself opposed to any further extension
of Slavery and therefore opposed to he ddm,s-
sion into tie Unio" Of any new S'aOe States aa'Ie'
any pretense ,ohatsoeuer.
have the honor to be, Gentleman, very re-
spectlully yours.
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-09-15

lEy@The following is a useful table for every
body who uses paper and especially printers
1t is believed to be correcti
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-09-15
INn. A. BINGHAM:

JNo. A. BINGlTAM:
Sir:-Not doubling your opposition to the
extension of slavery by act Of Congress, we de-
sire for publication your answer to the follow
ing questions:
l. Has Congress the power to legislatc sla-
very into any territory whatever?
g Are you in favor Of repeating all laws OF
the United States which do permit the intro
duction of slavery in any territory OF the United
States, and Of prohibiting by law the introduc-
ton of slavery into any and all territory of the
United States.
g. Is the Fugitive Slave Law Constitutional?
4 Are you oppose to any further extension
of slavery, AMI also to the admission of new
slave States.
S B. LCKESs,
~ H..
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-09-15
What lac dome i'm Congress.
Slaves for Life!

Nothing but Democrat majority in the
Senate defeated this bill. Abolitionists, look
az the Record to see if this is not correct. 1t
might be we'll for the "freemen ofthis District"
when he is addressing them, to ask him to ex.
plain this vote.
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-09-15
AhniitiNn Meetings.

As the charge that Bingham is an Abolition
ist is being denied assduously by his friends
over portions Of the district, we publish to day
the following correspondence, published origi-
nally in the Cadiz Republican.
CORRESPONDENCE.
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-09-15
"Presto Change"

When the bills to admit M innessota and
Oregon, FREE STATES was voted upon, Mr..
Bingham Voted against their admission O and
voted for We Crittenden Montgomery amendment
which permitted Kansas to become State
WITH SLAVERY in her Constitution, il the
reonta mishad IL a .-u s.,.
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-09-15
hNSW VIZ.
CADIz, o Sept, 18th 1854.

S B. LCKENs,
VIM. G. FINNEY.
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-09-15
lie is opposed to large Salaries.

When tho bill to increase Hsepay of Members
Of Congress from EIGHT to TWENTY -FOUR
DOLLARS per day was passed, Mr.. Bingham
knowing when the vote would be taken, found
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-03-25

Hoyriblc-It is estimated that there
are four millions female snuff-takers III inc
United States, using on an average iouf :
pounds per annum, of eight millions oi
bounds, at an expense of two millions OF
pounds.-Er. ,n4.,.o.s
IF these four million female snuif.takers
should sneeze at the same time what an
cxnlosion there would be A respecta-
hIa hurricane would be the result.-N-
o. Bulletin. /, init,
of tohacco chewers in the United States
sbould happen to expectorate at the same
time, would not respectable deluge be
thn result !-Alabama Joarnal.
And suppose all the editors who spend
their time specializing on such questions
we're to throw their brains into cone COM
mon font" would not respectable pile
Of soap fat be the result.-Mob'le Mer-
cury .
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THE PKAIRIE NEWS.


and Ohio Railroad, at
OKOLONI, CHICkASdW, CO, MISS,
Is THE BEST Advertising medium for Chick
asaw, Monroe, ltawamba, and Pontotoc coun-
ties, has large circulation in North Mississippi
generally, and is we'll known in most parts of
the Southern country. 1t is respectfully re-
commended TO the attention of men Of business
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-03-25

fNHOSE indebted to us are therefore requested
L to come forward and make immediate pay
ment Gentlemen, you have our resources and
you know we have been indulgent. But now we
must have MONEY to pay our debts, therefore,
all those who will not come forward and pay,
whose liability is less than Fifty Dollars, will be
notified to attend at the next Magistrate Court
and larger sums will be sued on at the Circuit
Court. Now let no one deceive himself; we wish
every man who owes us that reads this notice
will feel that it is specially addressed to him, and
when he hears it spoken OF, let him feel that 1t is
an additional admonitiun to 90 up and pay up
Then no one can say or feel that he has been sued
without being duly and amply notified Come
pay your debts without cost or murnnring.
II. l.. HILL Il co.
Okolona, March Il, 1855.
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GROCERIES! GROCERIES /!

ME have just received new and complete
w stock Of Family Groceries which we offer
for sale low for CASH. We intend always to
keep on hand choice assortment of all articles
in our line, so call on us whenever you stand III
need Of Sugar, Coffee, Molasses, Flour, Rice,
Soap, Tobacco, of the Best Brands; Cider Peach,
French and Apple Brandes Cheese, and Crack
ers, Powder and Shot, Herrings, Sardnes, Pick
led Oysters, and HOLSTERS, Dried Figs, Prunes,
Raisns, Candies, Almonds, Pecans andnuts OF all
kinds; Lemon Syrups, Champagne Wine and Ci-
der, Catsups, Pepper Sauces, &c. These ar
ticles we will always have, and will sell them as
cheap as can be bought this side of Mobile.
BEAN a. THOMAS.
OKOLONA March 25-2S-4w
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Hon. Milton Brown of Tenn, has been
reelected President of the Nj. Il o. Il.

Volloway,s Ointme mt .---It is notorious that
iuolent sores in the muscular parts of the leg are
never healed with satety by the ordinary salves
This ointment alone penetrates to the morbid
cause of these fixed and obstinate ulcers, and re-
moves them rapidly and without hazard. 1t is
equally effcacious for all external pustules, nfa
nations, and wounds. Sold at the manutactory
No. 80 Maiden Lane, New York, and by all drug
gists, at 25c., 63c, and sl per pot.
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Ludwig's Tree Saving Ma
% chine

rs portable, weighing lao pounds; will saw trees
i down, and cut up into any length, with one
man to manage it. Warranted to do the work of
three negroes daily, in clearing land, cutting saw
logs, or cord wood. To lumbernen, saw mill
owners, and Others egaged in timber business,
this is the thing you want. Machines for sale by
A. G. benson, Mobile Alabama Also, State or
County rights on liberal terms For ALL or any
other particulars, enclose a stamp for return let
ter. Also 50 valuable recipes, sent for 25 cents,
March 25---2s-tf
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To Sell or Rent,

A large and convenient dwelling, in front of the
n Male Academy. The house is new, aud
will accommodate family and from ten to fiji
teen boarders. The LOT contains three acres and
has on it kitchen, smokc-house, crib aud stable.
Also, household and kitchen furniture.
The above property, if not disposed of private
ly, will be offered for sale on the 18th of April
next Terms, twelve months, at 10 percent. with
two good securities w. =. WILCOX.
Okolona, March 25, 1e58-26-iw
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Mobile Price Current.

CORRECTED WEEKLY FROM THE MOBILE NEWS.
Tile guota,i0as tict oiioD gira the current raes
al Thich FiaHcrs' CrGTS can be plea:
MOBILE, March I3.-COTTON.--ihe sales
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-03-25
FOR SHERIFF.

WIN ID Carr has authorized us tOpn-
nounce his name as a Candidate for Sheriff at
the ensuing election.
Ey.We arcfauthorized to announce d. X.
FOOSHEE, ESD, as a Candidate for Sheriff ct
the ensuing election
A. BEAN as Candidate for Sheriff at the en-
suing election.
~ We are authorized tosanneunee G.. w.
KENT, as a candidate for sheriff at the ensuing
election.
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-03-25
NEW ADvEHsVEsEDrENTs
AMBROTYPING.

r STEWART would respectfully announce to
d the citizens of Okolona and vicinity, that he
has taken rooms over Mr.. T. j. Dentons Store
where he will remain for short time, and is pre-
pared to take Likcnesses in the most approved
style of the Art.
Price to suit the times. Have your likeness
taken to-day, tomorrow may be too late
March 25--2S-tf
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-03-25
NEW STOCK OF SPRING GOODS,

selected in the city of New York, and consisting
of everything that is new and stylish in the way
of Dry Goods, among which are Beragcs, all col
ors Ginghams, Jaeonets, Swiss aud Barred Mus
lins Nansook, Ladies' and Misses hose, Ladies'
shoes of every description, sheeting, Sc.
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SPRING GOODS.


pESPECTFULLY informs his customers and
IL the ladies of Okolona and vicinity, that he is
opening his
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-03-25
New Grocery Store.

YyHE undersigned are opening a GROCERY
l. STORE in this place at the " Family
Grocery" lately occupied by Isaac East, Esqr.
They design keeping constantly on hand a gener-
al assortment of goods in their line all OF winch
they will sell at low prices. Terms cash,
SHEARER a. BEESON.
OkOOna, Jan. ID, 81. lS-u.
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TO Advertisers.

The RIENZI CLIPPER, published at Rienzi,
Miss, by s. Ii. Lockhart & CO., has an extern
sive circulation in North Mississippi, and is IN
excellent medium through which for the Mcrcan-
tile and business community to make their wants
and wishes known
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-03-25
Candidates.
CIRCUIT COURT CLERK.
FOE PROBATE CLERK.

give are authorized to announce the name
of JAMES s. CAROTHERS as Candidate for
Probate Clerk at the ensuing election.
sy@ We are authorized to announce JOSEPH
A. HALE as a Candidate for Probate Clerk ut
the ensuing election.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1858-12-17
CONGRESSIONAL.

w AsHINGTON, Dec. 10.
SENATE
Various propositions were presented and re-
ferred.
Mr. Wilson, of Mass, moved to amehd the Ari-
zona BILL so TO provide for the election of Gov
ernor, Secretary, Judges and other officers by the
people, for the term Of two years. Referred TO the
Committee on Territories.
Mr.. Wilson introduced a resolution calling on the
President for information concerning the landing
by the yacht Wanderer on the coast Of Georgia, Of
cargo of slaves, which was adopted.
HOUSE.
The Speaker laid before the House message
from the President, enclosing communications from
the State and Navy departments, in response to q
resolution calling for information as to recent
events in Central America. 1t was referred to the
Committee on Foreign Affairs without being read.
A communication was also received rom the
Secretary of State, asking appropriation to de-
fray the expenses of conveying destitute Ameri.
cans from VaucouYer's Island to San Francisco.
The House resumed the consideration of the Ma.
ryland Contested Election Case of Mr.. White vs..
Mr.. Harris
Mr. Boyce, of S. c., said Mr.. White did not
claim the seat for himself but opposed the retention
of it by Mr.. Harris.
The House by 100 against go laid the resolution
on the table, admitting Mr.. White to the floor to
be heard on the subject.
Mr. Eustis of Louisiana. moved to take up the
resolution reported by the Committee on Elections,
viz:
Resolved, That it appears in this House there was
much tumut, riot, intimidation Injustice on the
election of Representative to Congress from the
Third Congressional District, Maryland, on the Sd
of November, 1857, in contempt oflaW and in vio-
lation of the freedom of of elections
That said election is void, and the seat is declar-
ed vacant and that the Speaker is hereby directed
to notify the Governor of Maryland Of that fact.
The resolution was laid on the table by vote Of
loo to 81.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1858-12-17
For the Leader.

George Gargett, infant son of Mr.. james Gargett
formerly Of the firm of Gargett Roberts of this
city. met sudden and shocking death on the sth
inst, at Alma, Mich. The little fellow nearly
two years of age was left by his mother, playing
about the parlor while she should go TO the kitch-
en-, but be followed her to be with her. and as they
passed through the dining room, the servant
brought in pail of hot water for cleaning pur.
poses, which she placed on the floor and left the
roomfor moment The little boy who was near
the pail, in turning to go to his mother lost his
balance and fell backwards into the hot water
The afirighted mother quickly caught him up, but
in that brief time death hss seized upon his frame
All that love and affection could do, was resorted
to- but after lingering through the night, he died
about O'Clock on the following morning. No
blame can be attached to the servant, the accident
being purely accidental one. The Lord gave and
the Lord hath taken awsy-Blessed be the name of
the Lord. H
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1858-12-17

COURT OF COMMON PLEAs.-The new Grand
Jury which was impannelled yesterday, consist:
of the following persons
ERAsTUs SMITH, Foreman.
David L. Wood John Garrett, Chancey Still
man, Sidney Smith, David ]. Garrett, Jacob
Mitchell, John d. Perira, Erastus Frissell, John
Needham, Elias H Parks, Sears E. Smith, John
Mcmillan, William Burton, Alfred Lawrence.
| Bills have been found in the following cases:
Martin Barrett, assault with intent to commit
a rape.
Jerry Collins, James Hagany and John Jones'
stealing Bank bills.
William Pheatt and William Cryder. petit lar
ceny.
Mary Clark, grand larceny.
Martin StOwell, passing counterfeit money.
William O'Brien, grand larceny.
George Charlton, passing counterfeit money
bill was found at the last February term, and the
case was continued to this term. Tried, and YER
dict of guilty.
The new trial of Clark D. Winfield, for attempt
to commit rape, was commenced yesterday, and
two witnesses for the State were examined. The
case will be resumed this morning. C. W. Palmer,
Prosecuting Attorney; L. c. Thayer and A. Coe
for the defence There are forty or fifty witnesses
Tor the defence
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1858-12-17
BY TELEGRAPH.
Reported by the Union Telegraph,
JFFIcE, WAKINs's BLOCK, cORNEE OF BAEK AND
ST. CLAIR STREETS.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
FROM WASHINGTON.

WASHINGTON Dec. 10.
There is now much less apprehension oftrouble
with Great Britain than was at first anticipated
when the intelligence was first received, respect.
ing the events in Central America. The rumorE
that the President contemplates sending to Con
gress war message, are not well founded. The
Administration has still under consideration this
important subject, and its most prominent friend:
say its action will be such as will meet the reason
able expectations of the country.
EThe correspondence CT led for by the resolution
of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, was sent to
the House to-day, and will be presented there, un-
til which time it will not be accessible 1t is known
however from dispatches of Com. Mcintosh, that
after the steamer was boarded by the British Off
GERS, he demanded explanations, when Captain
Aldham disclamed any intention to exercise the
right of search, saying that he had merely boarded
the Washington to get news; in other words he had
merely made friendly visit, the same as our own
officers make to British vessels.
Sir VIM. Gore Ousley and his secretary have eT .
planned the matter pretty much in the same way.
A prominent fact occurs in the correspondence,
that Great Britain exercised protectOrate over
the Mosquito Kingdom. Mr.. Ousley's Secretary
said that the British had abandoned the right of
search and that therefore the visit was not made
under it. 1t was further stated that meeting was
held at G-eytown, when the inhabitants resolved
they would maintain their independence, and ap-
piled to Mr.. D. to assist them in so doing: Mr.. U.
due consideration in the proper quarter and justice
be done to all parties. Com. Mcintosh thinks the
explanation of the British in respecto the visit to
the Washington satisfactory, frank and fair.
The feet surgeon reports that the health of
Com. Mcintosh is such that he should no longer
remain in command OF the home squadron
The Senate in executive session to-day disposed
of much business.
C. NJ. Pine, editor of the Chicago Herald, was
confirmed as Marshal for the Northern District of
Illinois. All the Illinois appointments made dur
ing the recess of Congress were also confirmed
wi hout opposition, together with appointments in
other States
The Treaties with China and Japan were also
ratified and Hon Mr.. Preston confirmed as Minis
ser TO Spain.
Gen. Ward, of Ca, as Minister to China, and
Hon. J. Clancy Jones as Minister to Austria.
On the last there was party division.
1t is said that Hon. James B. Clay has written
letter dec lining to be candidate for reelection to
Congress.
Hon JEFF Davis takes the place of Mr.. Cling
man in the Senate's COmmitte on Printing
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1858-12-17
WASHINGTON RUMORs.

The Tribune's Washington correspondent says
Lord Napier has received dispatches from the
Commander of the British squadron at Nicaragua
the contents of which he has communicated to our
Government. The explanation given of the visit
TO the Washington is said to be perfectly satisfaco
ry to the Administration.
Mr.. Nathan Sargeant's Convention is in session
to night at the house of Richmond Hallack broth
er of the editor of the Star. The attendants are
A H. H Stuart Of Virginia, Mr.. Fillmore's Secre-
tary of the Interior; Mr.. Conrad of Louisiana, Mr.
Secretary Of War, and other distinguished gentle.
men of the American Party. Messrs. Winthrop,
Corwin and Gregory, who were invited, did not
come.
Certain parties experienced in mail conveyance
are maturing proposition to transport the entire
California mail, newspapers and letters overland
in twenty days, within the limits Of the United
States, asking no extension from any failure to
transport within the given time nor special protec
tion against the Indians.
The frigate Niagara is ordered to be ready for q
cruise as soon as possible.
The Journal of Commerce publishes q dispatch
received from Washington by gentleman of this
city which states that orders have been sent to
Com Mcintosh not to allow any foreign feet to in.
terfere with the libuster schr Susan but to resist
interference at any risk.
The Union of this morning emphatiOally says
that England France, and Spain, fully concur in
the line OF policy laid down by the U. 8. concern
ing Mexico and Central America.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1858-12-17

EcLIPsEs IN ls59.-There will be four eclipses
of the Sun in 1859, viz partial eclipse on the I'd
of February, invisible here partial one on the
4th of March, invisible here; another on the 29th
of July, partial, and very smaH-it will end at
fOrty:One minutes past six in the evening another
on the 29th Of August, visible only in the Great
Southern Ocean.
There will be two eclpses of the Moon; the first,
the 9Th of February, viii be total it will COM
mence at Is minutes past O'Clock in the morning
middle o'clock-end quarter before o'clock at
Washington. The other one, August 18th, will not
be visible
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1858-12-17
LAST NIGHTS REPORT.
CONGRESSIONAL.
WAsHISsToN, Dec. Is.

Mr.. CIingman, of N. c., attempted to bring up
his resolution to abrogate the Clayton-Bulwer er
Treaty.
Mr. Mason, Chairman of the Committee on For
egn Affairs, was in favor Of laying it on the table
Its effects would be to make an issue with the
President. The day may come when it will re-
quire it to be abrogated either with or without
England, but no statesman would undertake to do
it until he shall have looked far enough ahead to
see where it will land US. If the Treaty abrogated
it, it would place the two countries as they were
before it entered into and will call on US to de-
define the vague Monroe doctrine Even now the
Executive is engaged in trying to avert the misun-
derstandings under this treaty.
Mr.. Clingman insisted that from the Presidents
two messages it appeared that our progress had
been backward in Central America, and that Great
Britain was getting stronger every day under this
treaty. and that it ought to be put out of the way,
and then when occasion is offered we viii act In
that region as we had failed hitherto, according to
the President, to get good treaty either from
Great Britain or Nicaragua. What ground was
there to hope that these parties would between
themselves make such q treaty as would protect
our interest. Some decided grounds ought to be
taken. 1t was useless to wait for negotiation, be-
cause in years we had made no progress, and
hence If no one else would, be would make a
movement of a practical nature to relieve the
country of this restriction.
Messrs Foot, Shield and others expressed their
views when the Senate refused to take up the sub
ject by yeas %, nays 2s,