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The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

The Republican State Convention, which met
at Detroit on Wednesday, February 10Th, pre-
sented the name of Hon. Geo. Martin, candi-
date for the office of Chief Justice Of the Supreme
Court, with entire unanmity, aud, indeed, by ac-
clamaton. The present bench, of which Judge
Martin is Chief Justice, has sustained Itself In
estimation and respect of the people Of Michigan
in regard to capacity, integrity and labor. The
Judges of that Cour, have left nothing to ask,
hence there existed reasonable hostility 10
change; for while the people consider wisely,
that il is well for them to choose their own
Judges they do not carry that desire To the ar
bitrary point of changing those Judges, by ca
price. George Martin has been pure, upright,
able and dilieent servant Of the people Of Mich
igau, and as SUCH he viii be installed in a second
term.
Republicans, il is you who have taken the re-
sponsibilty of placing this good man in the can
vass, and it il yoa who must elect him. Your
opponents, the pro-slavery Democrats, or the
next day after you had named Your candidate,
assembled i'll the same place, and presented one
Of their number-Alpheus Felch--and in the
manner of doing it, and by their resolutions and
speeches, approving Of the policy of the prOPa-
CATION Of human slavery. ami OF the Infamous
acts and policy oF James Buchanan, they made
known 10 the world. that they presented their
candidate, not as an upright and eminent iur-t,
but a pro slavery partizsn, vino like them. is
willing Ia he availed %: every influence however
debasings $50 that such influence betoken success
Ii is they. and not we, who soil the sacred err
mine of justice, by DRAGGING it into the soiled
arena OF political strife.
The obligation bein. upon a., let as see to it
that no rainy day--no local diSsenson, no per-
sonal variance, no dissatisfaction with the town
ship or other ticket prevent ~ from doing our
duty to ourselves and candidate. Our enc
mics are on the alert and promise to themselves
- .l,-o,,oh th, falling off of the lost
Republican maiority-S6e to it. that they sre
again disappointed; Ia greater degree, hut in
the other direction. Every vote. in majority,
that George Martin receives over Alpheus Felch
less than twelve thousand will he a living proof
that the Republican party of Michigan. have not
shaken of the Incidence Of ls5S
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

The aggregate OF specific tax for a period Of
ten years, paid into the State treasury exceeds
$50, 0C0, and when j, is considered that mining
| IN copper was a new and untried experiment.
that the country Itself was almost untried Of the
| boundary Of settemerts-tbe results have been
truly wonderful Now sr, If such benefits have
accrued even from a has,y and imperfect ceolog-
icaI exploration. what nav not be anticipated if
the work j. renewed, and proscc lted with that
industry and undoubtable perseverance which 20
justly characterize the labOrs Of 1914 and 1855
Nearly every State in the union has perfected
their geological surveys The mineral wealth Of
Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa have been brought
70 light by geological exploration. authorized and
sanctioned by legislative ensctrnent=, and have
paid into their several State treasures more than
thousand fold the original cost Of the explora-
tons
within The last two year,, large coal deposits
have been discovered in our lower peninsula
The saline springs Of the Grand River country.
and those on the Tittabawasse river. require a
critical and scientific examination. which will
bring their properties into market by rnanufac
turing. 4 geological survey will increase our
mechanical and manufacturing interests. by
pointing out many raw materials ia our midst.
thus conveying articles of domestic cha-actar
into daily use, which are nov imported into the
State. The great agricultural interest. will be
advanced, the chemical properties Of the va
rious soils vii be made known. in order that the
farmer may determine the modes OF culture %
essential not only 10 sustain. but 10 increase heir
productive energies. II these are the natural
advantages flowing into the lap OF the mechani- !.
cal and agricultural interest Of the couutrr. what
will not be the impetus given 20 commerce BIZ
the products OF the mines, the workshop. and
the farm: Who can STAY their Increase Who .
will take it upon him to estimate the wealth. are
the untold wealth. which must Of NECESSITY
mure 10 the Golfers Of the State and 10 the citi.
zeps?
Mr.. Speaker, the age in which We live il not
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22
'she General Banking Law.

Some banker, dissatisfied with the construc.
ton placed upon certain provisions Of tina: en-
actment. by Hon. John Mckinney, State Treas
urer, upon whom the administration of that law
chiefly devolves, takes advantage of the columns
of the Detroit Adeertiser, to rebUke that officer.
upon the very statement of the .idrerhser's cor
respondent, he is wrong and the State Treasu-
rer is right, for shou d the construction prev ali
for which the writer contends. the banker under
this Law, could wild cat 70 any extont. As he
would only he required in order to do so, 10
come TO the treasury lodge his State bonds, take
their face i'll notes, buy more bonds, and 90 on,
al lbtum, without regard to capital
Ii j. quite plain, to our comprehension. that
the State Treasurer will administer the law, TO
its letter. and will not hold himself responsible for
any OF its short coming nor will he seek 10 sup.
ply by inference, conclusions which are not I'D
on the face of the enactment. Alta Ter scrip
IA est will be his answer of the public officer TO
AL applications TO weaken. liberalize, alter, or
modify, the provisions Of the general banking
law, az they may from time to time affect the re-
lations of banks and their officers and msnage-
ment, To the bilholier
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22
Mount Vernon Association.

Mrs. Sarah r. l.. Williams has become the
manager for the county of Ingham. in raising
funds for the purchase of Mount Vernon. and
has made her appointments in every township in
this county, which are published in this DAYS
Republican. Mrs. Williams has assumed this
responsibility at no small sacrifice of her own
time, upon which there are many calls. for the
purpose of aiding in the good work of rescuing
to grateful nation, the home and grave of the
Father of that nation.
II is TO be hoped that the ladies in the differ
ent townships, will take warm interest in the
subject, and will See to il that no person is passed
over, who is inclined TO give dollar TO this pat.
riotic object. By devoting three davs time. en-
ergetcally to this duty, the county can be thor
oughly canvsssed, and a sum, in the aggregate,
be obtained, which will be worthy of the capital
county OF the State which, though sparse in pop.
ulation, and humble in wealth, is not wanting in
love for the memory of George Washington.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

Two 10 MAKE BARGAIN.-In the Senate, OF
Thursday. Mr. Thompson of Kentucky opposed
Mr.. Sfdelrs thirty million swindle, in a very
amusing speech. Although he was too ndis-
posed to stand all the time, and spoke sitting.
his darts Of sarcasm sallies of w.t. and points Of
ridicule, convulsed both the floor and galleries
with laughter. He thought il took two TO make
bargain, and, as Spain won't trade. how will the
President manage it. He viewed the whole
thing "a buccaneer demonstration.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22
LANSING STATE REPUBLICAN
Republican .Jadicial State Ticket.
FOR CHIEF JUSTICE or THE SUPREME CoUR",
GEORGE MARTIN,
Of heat County.


We shall publish, under the direction OF
the Attorney General, Books Of Registration
for every township in the State. We shall for
ward. with copies of the Law, circulars explain
ing how the same will be furnished; We intend
to save at least one half Of the expense 70 the
townships, by getting up the whole number at
one time, and insure correctness, importantly,
and full compliance with the Law. The books
will be made of the very best material and bound
in the most substantial manner. Supervisor
and county Clerks will greatly facilitate the exc
cution of the law, by responding promptly to the
circular. HOSMER 4 KERR,
Printers 10 the State,
lansing Mich.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

How To STOP Exam old bachelor recently
married. says he has found way to stop babies
crying of nights, when married old bachelors
want TO sleep, as follows. viz:
As soon as the squaAer awakes. set il up.
proped by pillow. If it csnnot sit alone, and smear
IT'S fingers with thick molssses; then put half a
dozen feathers into its hands and it will sit and
pick the feathers from one hand TO the other un-
til 1t drops asleep. As soon as j, a*skes again.
more molasses and more feathers; and in place of
the nerve astounding wells. there will be silence
and enjoyment uuspeakable.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

Is THIS TO BE THE Esd or IRE REPCBLIc.-
On Friday last President Buchanan sent 20 Con-
gress message asking the REIMBURSEMENT on be-
half of that body, of the wsr-making power 20
far ss the South American Republics are con-
cerned, and for leave to employ the army and
navy to open the Panama, Nicaragua and Te-
hauntepec routes, also full power to employ these
forces against Mexico. Mr. Seward spoke
in strong Reproduction Of the principle Of the
special message
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

TIE RrGrRY LAw.-This important measure
is this week presented 10 our readers, whose at
tention is respectfully invited to its general char
acter, and to its details. Vociferous complaint
is made, and will be renewed at every election,
that this law is great burden upon the voter in
the country. We respectfully ask the voters of
Inghan, and the adjoining counties, whether
they are not willing To bear the light burden i'm
posed by this law, if by that means the gross
frauds which are annually repeated in the city OF
Detroit in other large places, and along the
whole frontier of Michigan, are thereby stopped
The Registry Law imposes burden. once for
all, and not in the general way, of annual recur-
renee, unless the voter removes from his ward
or township. Wait with patience, Republicans
the fair and perfect operation of this law, and If
il accompshes what il is believed il will, for the
purity of the elective franchise, submit cheerful
Y to its light and necessary burden if, on the
other hand, it is found upon trial 10 be inopera-
tive TO that most needful result, then it i but
the work of an hour To repeal it.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

SKATING iNcIpENr.-Forty policemen visited
the Back Bay 10 put stop to skating in that To-
caity on the Sabbath. The ice was cleared in
moment. with a single exception. One uuterri-
fed individual boldly refused to Weld, and set at
naught all devices to secure him He skated
like the wind, aud favored the helpless officials
with an eccentric series of rare and brilliant ev-
olutions. l. ke the Irishman's flea, of familiar
memory, ne was not where YOU thought he was
Finally. after repeated unsuccessful attempts TO
accomplish Iheir purpose, line was formed. and
terrible as sn army with banners" the blue
and gold dignitaries marched down upon the
defiant skater. He was trapped: thirty were
more than match for one-but lust at the point
OF securing him, after executing one of his mos,
rapid and bewilderng exploits, be dashed through
the advancing line. and was safe. Loud sp-
p.ause greeted the discontinue of the police
Boston Transcript
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22
Singular Incident.

The most singular incident We have heard OF
for some time occurred last Tuesday. The fol-
owing are the particulars received by US.
Last Tuesday, a man by the name of BOvd,
who lives on the turnpike near Capt Covle'..
was in this city and started for home with bis
team, apparently all right; but when his team
reached home, he was found in his wagon, and
was supposed 10 be dead. The shroui and cot
Tin was made, and the time appointed for his
burial; but on putting him into his coffin his
eyes opened but Immediately closed He was
then eXamHed and was found 10 be perfectly
cold and stiff from his hips TO the end of his toes
and the rest of his body except his left side. was
very cold; his left side was quite warm. He
had no pulse as could be discovered. We hsve
not heard from him since vesterday-he was not
buried then.-St. Clair Repub.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

Is THE GRAND jury LAW REPEALED. This
question is daily asked, The law in that regard
has been essentially changed, So that criminal
causes can now be commenced, as has been here
rotore provided by the charter OF the city of De-
,roit bv information, bat Grand Juries are not
aholiy lone away with, but may be summoned
al the option Of the Circuit Judge
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

AFTER Session - Dullues. intensified,
and seven Sundays crowded into one week, vii!
give some idea Of Lansing after session-noth-
ing TO do now, except TO sit on prominent cor
ners and count up how much have made gu;
Of the Legislature.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

UyfINIsHED BUsISFss-Nr Barns, Who was
chairman OF the committee on State affairs in
the Senate who matnred large amount of bust
hess, gives list in the Detroit Tribune of one
hundred and thirty-three bills and joint resol,i-
ton. in the Senate, and sixteen in the House,
which failed TO be reached for want Of time
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

RIPE On AGE-It is rumored that Chief JUS
tice fancy and Judge Mclean intend resigning
their seats on the bench of the Supreme Court
Both are very aged, and in infrm health, the
Chief Justice being over eighty years of age, and
Judge Mclean seventy.siX.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

Back MAKING.-An association Of gen.
tlemen are about bringing machinery TO Lansing.
for the manufacture of pressed brick, on the
Milwaukee plan-each machine costing 5000
finished
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

THEOLOGICAL SuRvEY.-The law just passed.
apprcpriates $4,000 in 1859. and 3. 900 in 1850
for Geological Survey of the State. A sepe-
rate blu approprstes 81 900 to collate the papers
OF the late DIR. Houghton, relative to his survey.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

WooL--The New York Tribune suggests
probable rise in wool. and cautions farmers not
to bargain their crops at this time There is
strong push making By the staples, to mono,o-
lie the clip in advance
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

A FALLING MARKET-Evidence exists which
will convict Democratic Member Of Congress
of having demanded $4o0 of claimant before
be would report certain bill from his Commit
tee. The cause viii be Investigated
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

A LANSING MAN NEAR Pixies PEAK.-We have
received from Mr.. F. Foster. Pixies Peak intsIr.
sence which looks all on one side, for the emf
grant. The average amour, dug. is reported 10
be from SIS to SIS.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

FREIGHr on PLAsrER-An the Michigan rail-
roads have reduced the freight on plaster to the
bare expenses in order TO encourage its use, and
thereby derive second benefit, one per cent
per mile.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

GRATIor AND Isabella - The condition Of
tnese suffering counties is represented as deplor.
able, by Mr.. Swift, the agent of the Governor,
who has returne from thence.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

PIoSEERs.-The early settlers Of Genesee Co.
will hold their second annual meeting at Flint on
Tuesday evening next
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

The WEATHER. - 1t is enough to give
Ryan the derium tremens, 10 keep track of the
weather last week
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

THUSpER AND LIGHTNING N FEREraRr.-
We had sharp storm of thunder and lightning
on Saturday evening last
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

gent that the names of all those who become
members of the Association will be inscribed for
ever in the archives of Mount Vernon. The
Mount Vernon Record sptly says:
"In such case as this, remembering the ho-
" record, that even the widows mite was ac-
ceptable. let no one complain of inability 10 ard
this cause Everybody can afford aid in some
degree, at least, from the illustrious Everett,
who has dedicated his time, his ease, his heart,
and the rich frution of his genius TO the ad-
vancemeni of this purpose, down 10 the hard
handed laborer, whose nobility OF toll makes him
more honorable than if he wore jeweled coro-
net and who cheerfully contributes twenty-five
cents from his scanty wages"
Subscription books will be in circulation IN
Lansing and the other towns Of Ingham county.
that all may have opportunity to become iden'
tilted with the cause, and books can be found at
the Banking House of J. c. Baily 4 Co, and the
store of H. H. Smith l. Co., and voluntary sub
scriptions are solicited.
One or more Lady Managers for each town
ship, whose duty shall be TO collect funds, has
affixed below:
SARAH K. l.. WILLIAMS.
Mrs. Lemuel Woodhouse, Leslie
* Dormsn Felt, Bunkerhill.
" D. l.. Crossmsn, lnsham.
" Mason Branch, Stockbridge.
q Judge Paddock, White Oak.
- p. G.. Davis, Aurelius.
"a Phillips, Delhi.
Person, Onondaga.
George Beeman, Whcstfei
L. l.. Lighthal, Leroy.
| Miss Martha Reed, Alaiedon.
Mrs F. Walker, Meridian.
Jno. w. Phelps, Veva,.
| j. B. TAYLOR, WILLIAMSON.
Jas. Sullivan, Locke.
Franklin La Rue, Lansing
- Joseph Mills,
| James W. Yawger. -
| u. L. Case,
% {. II. Thompson, g
Miss II. X. Clspp,
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22
HANNAH BLAKE FARyswoRTa.


Having accepted the position of Lady Manager
for the county Of Ingham, the subscriber would
earnestly call the attention of the Ladies of Ing
ham 10 the above appeal
From all parts of the Union come reports of
the successful operations of the 'Moun, Vernon
Ladies Association OF the Uuion.' The interest
manifested is constantly increasing and many Of
the most distinguished men of our country, as
well As Americas earnest women. are lending il
their warm support. Michigan is already in the
work. Reports from time TO time come to US of
vigorous efforts crowned with success in many of
her principal cities. Detroit. Ann Arbor, and
other places. have been the scenes of enthusiast
tic efforts, and now the women of Ingham coun-
", and their husbands, and sons and brothers,
can have the opportunity of lending sympathy
and aid in cause near to the heart of every
American. near to all who look to our Republi-
Institutions as the spring of their liberty of
heart and conscience. Of act and life. and much
that makes our American life true and great
The sons and daughters of America. both bv ma.
tivity and adoption, love TO do honor 10 the
Ni'SA "NO UAu 81 MUCH 10 eetaoil-h
those Institutions and turn with reverence toward
the home made memorable by the scenes of bis
domestic life, made sacred as the spot where hi.
ashes repose. None could visit that neglected
homestead without coming away saddened a, the
desolation and decay, fast approaching to ruin,
brooding over it, its grounds and tomb. II is to
arrest that decay, and nurture and adorn the
spot once dear 10 WASHINGTON. that the women |
OF our land call TO each other from every part to
aid in lis purchase.
Zach person can become a member Of the As |
ISOLATION, by the payment Of one dollar. Cen |
crosby would dictate larger sum. bet lesser |
one even would help on the good cause We
are told in the excellent appeal of our Vice Re- |
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

SLAVERY IN kASsAs.-The House Of the Kan
sas Legislature has passed, by large majority,
the bill 10 abolish slavery in Kansas
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22

MAPLE SCGAR.-Wc had three or four
days OF fine sugar weather last week, and that
article was a drug at shilling.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22
VILLAGE ELECTIONS

SEC. 30. II shall be the duty of the nres.
ident and trustees Of every incorporated
village, or persons who are BY law author
ized to make By Jaws, and charged with the
general power to regulate and control the
municipal affairs Of the village. to procure
from the clerk Of the township or of the
townships. respectively. within which said
village may wholly or in part lie, and it is
hereby made his duty to furnish to them,
az the expense Of the village, from the reg.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1859-02-22
This act shall take effect Immediately.

REMARKS
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-03-18
Autumn & Winter Grade Of
1863 and 1869,

w h are now fully prepared for the present
w Autumn and Winter Trade.
Our stock in all frst-class European and
American fabrics viii be found much larger
richer, aad decidedly more atJraciyeIy varied
than at any-preyious season.
Our object is to present al all times and in
all departments the largest and most comprc-
hcnsivc stock OF frstclass DRY GOODS (adap-
ted for general wants. In this market.
Oar Northern and Eastern correspondents
send us now supplies daily.
ONE PRICE ONLY, marked In plain fig
urea hence we ate prepared 90 solicit Tie cs-
pecial attention Of All purchasers who procure
their supplies for The cash.
We state now, on the threshold Of The au-
tumn that we are not opening any new ac-
counts, and wish e distinctly understood that
all our bills are due in cash monthly, or just
the moment we prefer to present hem' in adj
diGou, the money will be required notes VIII
not answer our purpose.
Our entire stock being marked at the lowest
cash prices, we are compelled to be stringent
in our terms.
A visit from Strangers and residents solicit
ed itincurs no obligation to purchase.
Good Ifticies, Lolo Prices, and Far
Dealiag may bcrclga on in an cases
PERRY & BROTHER,
Central Store" west building,
opp Centre Market City ~ Washington.
sep Mari. Cav.