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The national era. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1847-1860, 1858-01-07

Fifteen of the prominent Democratic journals
of the State of Pennsylvania are decidedly op.
posed to the Administration on Kansas matters.
The national era. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1847-1860, 1858-01-07
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Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22
LFrom the srringfeId RenubIieon. |

TIE PRESIDENTS EYEs-LIKEwIsE his Re-
LIGIoN.-Of all sycophants the clerical syco-
phant is the most disgusting President
Pierce used to have two or three of these fel-
lows in white neck cloths and grave faces
about him, TO manufacture for him a public
character for temperance, morality and re-
lgion. and get articles into the religious pa
pers canonizing him as a saint, long while
before his time. Verify those reverend para
sites had their reward in lucrative foreign
consulships, and chaplaincies in the navy
Mr.. Buchanan seems to cultivate the same
class of toad-eaters to some extent Among
the latest productions from this source is
letter from Lancaster, Pa, in the New York
Observer. old school Presbyterian organ
The writer first accounts for the Presidents
one-sidedness by declaring that his eyes are
not mates, and then proceeds to make the
most of his religion -
"Mr Buchanans retinue at Nheatland
consists of a housekeeper, female servant,
and little boy; the latter came to the door
to answer our call, and in moment, before
we had time to enter, the President himself
came out, and cordially greeting us, conduct
ed us to the parlor. He at once entered into
free conversation, which he commenced by
asking as TO the state of religion in the seve-
raj places of our residence. Then followed
minute account of that peculiar inclination
of his head, which has often been noticed by
those who have attempted to describe him
The substance of the account is, that his eyes
are not mates, one being short, the other long
sighted. This, he thinks, was always the
condition Of his eyes, and occasioned, early
in life, that lateral curvature Of his neck
which is noticeable feature of his portly
physique Nothing about this truly great
man was more noticeable than
the ease and simplicity of his man
ners in private life He throws off all re-
serve and makes his visitor feel quite at home
in his presence. While we sat there, rough
laboring man walked in without coat, and
saluted the President "Good morning, sir,
and handed him some newspapers. The rich
brogue betrayed the mans nationality Mr..
B, replied with calm smile, Thank you,
took the papers and the man left.
"A more pleasing instance of this freedom
from ostentation and pride, was his manner
at church on the preceding Sabbath. He
walked from his residence, which must be
two miles, as the church is in the opposite
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22

suburb Of Lancaster and came little after
the service began. lis feet were covered WIN
dust, and the perspiration was standing on
his forehead. No stir was made in the congre-
cation he quietly entered his own pew, ana
engaged in silent devotion. A psalm book
wa handed to lin. and he Mt once particira
ted in the song Of praise He seemed greatly
interested in the sermon, which was lndeeo
worthy the attention Of kings and all others
in authority, as well as Of all under author
ity. 1t was based on the passage, Almost
thou persuadest me to be "A Christian ana
beside possessing extraordinary merit as
piece of IMPOSITION, was delivered with elo-
quence and power. After church the Presi-
dent walked devoutly, and entirely unatten-
died. through the streets OF Lancaster. W nat
stranger, looking upon that solitary pedes-
trian, apparently obliyious Of self, and not
erpectin1 admiration. could have imagined
that he was the chiet magistrate of this
mighty nation"
We remember just such nauseating pal
aver about President Pierce from some toady
who enlarged upon his orderly behavior at
church, and his walking home--he, the
"chicf of this great nation after service
was over, like other folks. We suspect some
lunkcy who says 'appy and hegg-who talks
Of Hengland and Prince Halbert-wrote
them both An Americans soft soap is
made after different receipt.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22
FROM MONTPELIER.
MONTPELIER, Oct. l3.

This mornings train brought a goodly proper
ton of the Representatives of the dear people, and
the Capital begins to wear its Legislative air.
The weather is damp to excess, and the soil
has juicy and unctuous consistency, which
very generally secures for the walking the
coarse but expressive adjective "nasty" This
the Ransom Guards. Of st. Albans who had plan
ned to escort Governor Fletcher from the train to
his rooms, this morning ard to parade E tho
instruction and amusement of the public this after
The rain prevented this; and instead the
st. Albans Company received in the Hall
over the Railroad Depot by the Governor, who
addressed them appropriately.
As the train from tho West, containing Gov.
Fletcher tho Ransom Guards and a number of
pilgrims to this temporary Mecca, stopped at Wa
terbury this morning, the Boston Fusleers, Capt.
Barker, "a fine company of the Massachusetts, Vol
unteer Milita) were found drawn up in line at the
Depot, for the purpose of rendering a compliment
ary salute to the Governor. This was done with
due precision and the Governor acknowledged
the compliment in some brief remarks, which were
followed by six cheers and tiger from the Boston
soldiers, for the Governor and Militia Of Vermont;
which in turn were responded to by six cheers from
the Ransom Guards, for the Massachusetts Nolun-
teer Militia.
The Boston Fusileers a very fine company o
sixty muskets, with snowy uniform of red coats
black pants and bear-,kn caps. They spent last
night at Northfeld, Con their way to Montrea)
During their reception thero, one of those shocking
accidents which are becoming SO common on such
occasions in Vermont, occurred. A cannon used in
firing a salute to the Boston Company, exploded
prematurey, injuring three young men. One of
them, James Lewis by name, lost arm, which
was amputated by Dr. Thayer, of Burlington, last
night. He was lso badly burned and otherwise in
| jured. Tho others were less hurt.
The Governor elect arrived last evening.
Yours, @.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22

Sound DocTR1NE.-The Republican Con-
venton of the llth Congressional district OF
Massachusetts, accompanied the re-nomlna-
tion of Mr.. Dawes, with the passage OF the
following resolutions:
Resolred That we protest against the new
monstrosity Of "Squatter Sovereignty
which is sought to be interpolated into the
creed Of the fathers and the principles OF the
Constitution that we deny the right OF ma
iorties, as well as Of minorities, to mako
slaves of men that the divine right" Of a
majority to enslave and tyrannize is as odious
as the ''diviue right of kings which went
down before the guns of '76 that we believe
the sublime doctrine of the Declaration of
Independence, that 'all men are Grated
eaual-that they are endowed by their Crea-
tor with certain nalienahle rights-that a.
mong these are life, liberty and the pursuits
of happiness :" that we believe, with Wash
ington end jefferson, that Congress has the
right to prohibit slavery in the territories,
and should exercise it; that this was the
policy of the Revolution, adopted and sane
toned by every administration from Wash
ington to Polk and that it should be ad-
hered to as the true theory of the Constltu-
ton, against all the temptations OF tempo
rary success.
Resolred That while we adhere to con-
gressonal prohibition of slavery in the ter
ritories, as policy to be stru uggled for, and
as the correct view of the Constitution, yet,
if defeated by sham democracy in Congress,
and driven to actual contest in the terri
tories, we will, as in Kansas. by free emigra-
ton, conquer the propagandists of slavery
with their own weapons, and establish free
dom by the juliet or tine ballot, just as her
enemies prefer
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22
THE TIMES ON BANKS.

The Times of the 18th, goes largely
into Bank affairs. OF course it would never
do to let off the Free Press without no.
ticc. We do not clearly see, however, what
particular object the Times had in view, in
its reference to our unpretentious article, un-
less it was to have a comparison drawn be-
TWEEN our moderation of speech and the four
ishng style in which the lines treats the
subject As, unfortunately, We have never
owned any bank stock and can get possession
of but very few bank bills, and as We do not
consider ourselves eminently learned in either
the business merits or the d al rights and
wrongs of the parties most directly concern
ed, We did not feel disposed to take a very
striking attitude on the matter but we find
no fault with the Times for its more demon
strativc treatment of the case-perhaps its
greater knowledge justifes it. Inasmuch
however, as it boldly speaks of the course ia
ken by the Suffolk Bank as "Hlegal,' and to
show that it "does not speak without war
rant gives at length the ''opinion" to
that effect of three Massachusetts, lawyers,
(why it omitted allusion to an opinion exact
ly the contrary, from four others, we do not
know we advise the Times to look up in the
9th Vermont Reports, the case of the South
Royalton Bank =. the Suffolk Bank. 1t will
find some useful reading there We quote
from its heading
"The plaintiffs, banking corporation, declared
that the defendants malciously, corruptly and
wickedly intending to njure, break down and des.
troy the plaintiffs, and bring their bills into dis
credit and prevent their circulation, had bought
up, taken and kept out Of circulation large
amount of their bills and notes, and refused to
change them for other funds, but demanded and
compelled the plaintiffs to pay the specie upon
them, whereby the plaintiffs were injured, and de-
prived of great profits, DC. Held, on demurrer to
the declaration, that it did not disclose any legal
cause Of action
1t strikes US that the Times will find the
decision of the Supreme Court of Vermont an
over-match for the opinion OF its three Boston
| lawyers
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22
MoNTpELIPn. Oct. Ia

MONTPELIER Oct. IA.
The welcome appearance Of distinguished stran-
ger,-the Sun-has put different face upon things
to-day. 1t is surprising how much better for pub
lie occasions, is proper mixture of sunshine and
clear air, and dry, but not dusty soil, than rain
fog, and mud ad hJitum. We retain the latter in
gredient to-day.
Election Day" is the great day Of the year
here, and the people are out in unusual numbers
to-day. There appears to be no connection between
their gathering and the occasion Of the Opening of
the Session. They do not 60 near either
House, but fill the sidewalks, and follow with
admiring eyes, the movements of the military;
and listen to the voice of the charmer, who would
entice them into the purchase of his stock Of
razors, which "have Wade 4 Butcher on the
handle-but no butcher when you shave; and
gather around the tin pedder, and the vender Of
ginger-pop, and the auctioneer of the Prodgal Son
and other Autographed works of art going at 'nine
cents apiece" and the operator Of the air-gun;
and form ring around the wrestlers They are
here to sec each other and the peddlers.
The two Houses opened ut 10 o'clock this morn
ing. The Senate was called to order by Lieut..
Gov. sade, who administered the oath of office to
the Senators. A motion to proceed to the election
of Secretary, was laid upon the table, on account
of the absence of several Senators; and the Senate
adjourned The House was called to order by the
Secretary Of State, Mr.. Dean, and organized by
the choice of Hon. GEORGE F. EDMuxDs, Speaker,
by vote Of lss out of 226. Charles Cummings,
of Bratteboro, was chosen Clerk of the House this
afternoon. The House contains an unusual pro.
portion of new members, with, of course a fair
sprinkling of the leading members of former years.
Messrs Edmunds, Woodbridge of vergennes, He
bard Of Chelsea Dean of Cavendish, Cults Of Hart
land, Needham of Hartford, Linsley of Rutland,
Marsh of Brandon, Merrill of St. Johnsbury, Col.
amer of Montpelier, will be prominent in debate,
and probably many others whose names We are less
familiar with.
The Ransom Guards and the Cornet Band attract
great deal of attention to-day. They find them
selves the free list every where, and express
themselves delighted with the hopitable treatment
they receiving at the hands of the people of
| Montpelier
Yours, G.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22

k,ng. A week afterwards ho laid aside
Chinese trowsers and took to Market street
pants The next week ho left of his blue
frock, and came out in dress coat-the tail
st'rched so stiff that you might use it for
biotjack. The next change was to purchase
Warburton hat, and covert his former one
into portable money drawer. We yester-
day found him entirely transmogrifed into
of for brogans, and his pigtail braided up
behind his ears like a birds nest Yester-
day evening we heard him indulging in pro-
fanity. If all this don't go to show the ad-
vantagcs of civilization. then what does?
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22
MoNTPELlER, Oct. Is, 1858.

EDITORS FREE PREss The ueather has thus far
fully sustained the reputation, which Montpelier
has long borne, and which is well known through
out the State Rain, drizze, fog, and mud have
been the order of the day. Nevertheless the side
walks are tocrable, but the carriage-ways are
awful--no pavements, only think Of it 1t makes
one think of the new cities of the west.
The PERSONAL appearance of the House and Sem
ate is good, decidedly. There i, a large number
of young men, and yet enough Of mature middle
age, & strong sprnklingof gray hairs. to give the
impression of enterprise and progress checked and
guided by prudence and wisdom The House is
not poorly represented in the Speaker. He ap-
pears to be of the ma orty-that is, Of the young
men. If they perform their part as well as he does
his, they will prove that young men not only
fit for war, but sometimes for counsel. He is dig
nifed, prompt, accurate, and rapid in the e4ecu-
tion Of business. If ho shall, by age and expert
ence, rise above that peculiar that reminds
one slightly of the rapid recitation Of a school
boys well conned lesson, he will fill my idea of a
Speaker, just about perfectly.
The Election Sermon was by Rev. Mr.. Thomas
D. D., of Brandon. Text. Cor 1913 Quit you
like men. Subcct-I should .ay-Quit you like
men. The discussion of this subject contained
many sound, wholesome and useful precepts-ht-
tingly uttered treating the subject generally
and abstractly and speaking of in his ndividu-
al capacity The preacher then said it was proper
occasion to apply these truths to as a member
Of society. 1t the duty of the legislator, not
only to make good laws, but to aim to bring the
people up to that intellectual perception, and
moral purity which would enable them to appreci-
ate and obey the laws. All classes of people must
have our care. There those who specially
need it. The speaker instanced, here with few
strong words, the wrongs of the Indian, and the
African, and declared that want men, leading
men, to utter their convictions with confidence,
and carry them out with frmness.
Yours +,
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22

then the sheen wo.n,t mado r;rht hv snu
mems Ifthos, ,ontio, ~ " ""y
should not labor Iad Ind ,m ,o,l;n ~ "'a' ,in
sheen. tbev would harn - - ;,hs ~ , i,,o
coat On ;ts hocL ti," 49, :. ~ WY" p'uo
hanging down in front ffauabtor S'r' ! "''''''''
Now. believe that l,h6r Is y %n,d thi,x
for man and ,ro,,on and ~. ~, ~
found that in tho ,,i,rs " a' tha W.. "a
has worked ont Grand rosnits tondin, to y,,o ~
pcrfectabilitv of man and won,on TIn ,' sns. inv
nrohbitorv clause oga;pst sla,o,.,. o,.a n;. ais'
ten. was nenncJ bv ffhon,os Iog.r,a, Y. =.
called tba W;lrot pro,;aa In.,. :. 10
re-oflared in Conrross h., ,o,,tia,,,o ~, W. m"s
name. and tbo ~ Oh, lii .i'aI''' w. I'a.
the followers and worsh;n,,ors " io0n"n''., %
and nrofnsscd to bo ~ tlap tro no''; oosoH
IL II :. :. '"''N
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22
Majority for Mr.. Bates,

MHJOrty lOT MI Ddtcs, '"t'''
Tho ancient custom Of preaching an ELECTION
Sermon" (not necessarily on the doctrine Of cleo.
ton y to the Governor and Legislature revived by
Governor Fletcher last year, has been honored by
observance, this. The preacher to-day was Rev.
Mr.. Thomas, the worthy Baptist clergyman of
Brandon, and his text was the appropriate one
which forms portion of st. Pauls good advice to
the Corinthians: "Qut you like men," The SER
mon was sound and short. The tasteful and ex-
celen sacred music by the choir under the leader
-'- &c W. " n HOPKINS, Mr.. Paddock organist,
was pleasant feature of the occusiv..
ion was escorted by the Ransom Guards marching
o tho music of the Burlingt on Cornet Band.
The St. Albans Company reviewed in front
of the State House yesterday, by Gov. Fletcher,
and Adj. zen. Kellogg, accompanied by Mr..
Speaker Edmunds and other gentlemen and ac-
quilted themselves with great credit. The Dand
serenadcd Gov. Hall and several of the prominent
citizens Of Montpelier, last night. They have won
golden opinions from every one here.
Gov. Hall has appointed Wilbur P. Davis, edi-
tor of the Woodstock Standard, Secretary of Civil
and Military affairs-a good appointment
Yours, &.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22
MONTPELIER, Oct. Is.


The roar of cannon, before day break which in,
vaded and annihilated the slumbers Of the Repre-
sentatives yesterday morning, and which, it was
rumored, was to be continued daily or nightly,
until they should vote to release the Citizens of
Montpelier from the penalty and forfeit of the
bond" they gave for the reconstruction of the
State House, was graciously omitted from the pro.
gramme this morning. Whether single mornings
experience is supposed to have brought the mem
bers to a conclusion that point, whether fu-
ture installments of the same treatment are in
store for them, remains to be seen
The two Houses completed their organization
yesterday afternoon, the Senate -electing Sec
retary Mr.. Clark H. Chapman, of Cavendish, who
has filed the Office for three years past, and
as Assistant Secretary Mr.. II. E. Miner, who is a
son Of Mr. A. L. Miner of Manchester, and young
gentleman whose qualifications for his post are
highly spoken Of. The election of DR.. Cummings
as Clerk of the House, was by rtpa piee vote, the
friends Of Mr.. James NJ. Slade (who was compst-
itor for the cerkship pro tempors) not presenting
| him as a candidate.
Mr.. Cummings has mad, the following excellent
choice of Assistants; for lst Asst, Mr.. L. G. Hink
ley, of Thetford, gentleman whose capabilities
and experience in the duties of the post make hiI
appointment a most judicious one; for I'd and 50
Asst, Mr.. George II. Bigelow, Of Burlington, and
Mr.. Samuel Williams Of Rutland; for Grand List
Clerks, Mr. S. Ripley Of Montpelier, and q.
Davis of Chester.
The presentation and adoption Of Resolutions,
among which was for the appointment Of .
Special Committee to examine the State Hous,
construction accounts, occupied the Hous'
during the forenoon. The House has adopteC
the rules of the last session with the addition of
standing committee of Ave public buildings,
The report Of the canvassing committee disclose
the important fact that Hon. Hiland Hall wa
elected Governor Of this State by orp sirteen thou
sand majority. The figures are follows
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22
NJ | s c L l. L A n Y
From the Ohio journal.

STEWARDS IMPROVED COOKING SrovE.-
Merchant & Ingersoll, St. Cleveland. have
this stove for sale. Not to disparage others,
this stove, is to our mind, unsurpassed
among the hundreds which crowd our shops
The following are among its cxcellencies
1t is everything it processes to be. 1t will
10 all it promises to do.
1t is air tight, while almost no other stove
1t saves half the fuel which most other
stoves consume.
1t will keep fire on the CRATE all night.
This is true of almost no other stove.
1t roasts meat in manner superior to all
other stoves, as a current of air is kept flow
ing through the oven.
1t ventilates its fire-box so that the danger
ol burning out is almost wholly removed.
Its construction is so perfect, that lost or
broken portions can be easily replaced. The
same parts of thousand stoves might be ex-
changed for each other, and yet all would
fit
Its materials and construction are such
that it is warranted TO last lifetime if pro
perly used.
1t will always probably be made /; hence
a new piece can always be supplied, when
one has been broken or burnt out. This is
1t is the greatest heat saver in the world.
The heat on the top is saved by rack, and
cover, which will bake food, or heat fat
irons with a surprising small amount of
fuel.
1t has back closet of tin, at the back side
Of the stove, which Is excellent for drying
fruit, raising bread, and keeping things
generally warm.
1t is the coolest stove in the summer in the
world. 1t enables the use-keeper to work
in hot weather with almost the comfort as if
no stove was in the room. This we can at
test from personal knowledge. This is cf-
fected by means of its doors lined with tin,
by its top cover, by its back closet, and
other arrangements. which at once save heat
and keep the air in the room cool,
1t has a reservoir about the pipe, which if
kept filled with water, will always furnish
it hot for the family when the stove is in
use. This is a unique and unparalleled
convenience.
1t will keep room very warm in the
winter by opening its doors and removing
its top cover. Thus it may be kept cool in
summer, while it will give out heat freely in
winter.
Such combination of excellcncies was
never found in Il stove before Its influence
on cooking, the comfort, the good temper,
the civilization, the health and happiness of
a family, are SUCH that next to a good wife
and good temper, we can think of few
things to compare with it,
We hope every reader of the Farmer, VIII o
is going to buy II stove, will inquire for
Stewards Improved Cooking Stove. If our
friends buy and test it, they will cherish
the liveliest gratitude to us all their days for
saying to them, Buy Stewards Stove
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-10-22

MILITARY DENoRALIzATIoN. The Provi-
dence journal gives the following instances
of military generalization, which are sup
posed to have happened somewhere in this
great Republic, but the particular localityis
not given -
"A valiant colonel was sentenced by court
martial to give up his sword, which he did;
but soon afterwards his astonished cOmman-
der saw him at the head Of his men with an
uncommonly long sword and marching in
all the consciousness of unquostioned rank.
"Where did you get that swold?'' indignant
ly asked the superior officer. Il bought 1t,
was the reply. The other example is still
more painful to record, because it shows a
still more fragrant lack of discipline, without
which the military is of very little use. An
officer had been tried by courtnurtial for some
offence what it was we do not remember
perhaps for assuming the rank and duties
that appertained to higher grade. lie was
sentenced to be reprimanded, and to deliver
up his sword for thirty days. The reprimand
he bore with great equanimity; as for the
sword, he informed the court that he had re-
turned that weapon to George Baker S store,
where he had hired it at the moderate rate Of
four and sixpencc day and he did not
doubt that the court might obtain it on the
same terms, or even at discount from that
price, in consideration of the long time for
which it was wanted,