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sympathy meeting at the Academy must
pass around the hat for collection to pay
the expenses of the "Old Dominion" en-
tailed upon her in convicting and hanging
those sacriligious abolition desperadoes,
who had the audacity to attempt to run off
with her human chattle A contribution
now of hundred thousand dollars from
the Union-savers will do more to cement
the Union than all the empty speech-mak-
ing you can start. Is the Union worth a
contribution of $500 from each of those
dear Southern sympathizers? One more
effort in the right direction, and the Union
is safe. OLD MAN.
The weekly Anglo-African., 1860-03-17
LETTER FROM TORONTO.
TRUTH

TORONTO C. W. March 6, 1860.
Mr.. EDIroR:-A musical soiree was Civ
en- at the ST. Lawrence Hall on Thursday
evening, Feb. 10Th for the benefit of the
House of Industry, by the Toronto ANA
teur Musical Association" under the d.
rection of Messrs E. j. Tinsley and A. R.
Abbott AS far as the performers were
concerned, it was a complete success; and
when we take into consideration the vast
amount of tangible aid dispensed indis-
criminately to the needy by the above
named institution throughout the year, we
can only regret that the attendance on this
occasion was so limited, there being not
more than $50 persons present. The
pieces, both vocal and instrumental, were
tastefulIy selected, and rendered in a man
ner worthy Of professionals. In fact, when
all have acquitted themselves 50 well, it
would be invidious to attempt to particu-
larize; but we cannot refrain from noticing
the rich contralto voice of Miss Martha
Lewis, in the beautiful Duet of "Come to
the meadows" which contrasted so pleas
ingly with her sister Mary's soft mezzo-so.
prano cold Fowler" was admirably rem.
dered by Mr.. Rufin, and enoOred elsie
of Beauty" was sung with peculiar feeling
and expression by Mr.. A. R. Abbott, &C.
companied on the melodeon by Master w
Abbott, who is quite a prodigy. A dia-
logue, Astounding in witty sayings and lu-
dicrous scenes, was well interpreted by
Messrs. Miller, Costello, and Monitor
"The Lyric Chorus" composed for the oc-
casion by Mr.. j. Waddle, music by Mr.. A
R. Abbott, is pleasing composition. II
was sweetly and effectively rendered by
the Misses Lewis, Wilson, Lucas, and
Teackle, whose voices blend so well to.
gether that they received warm tokens Of
appreciation. The waltzes and polkas
were SO spiritedly rendered that we noticed
more than one beautiful foot moving to
the time, as they could not be otherwise
gratifed. Much praise is due Mr.. Johr
Bolden, the originator of the soiree, as vel
as Messrs. Tinsley and Abbott, the con
ductors We also take pleasure in saying
that although the audience was small, il
was intelligent and discerning, and fully
appreciated the "good things" spread ou
in the side-rooms, as well as the good mu
sic discoursed by the company. The ne
profit, twenty-five dollars, has been &C
knowledged by the worthy recipients,
| 9 GorTIER
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SLAVERY.
BY THOMAS PRINGLE.

o, Slavery! thou art a bitter draught
And twice accused is thy poisoned bowl
Which taints with leprosy the white mans
soul,
Not less than his by whom its dregs are quaffed.
The slave sinks down, oercome by cruel craft
Like beast of burden on the earth to roll
The master, though in luxury's lap he loll,
Feels the foul venom, like q ranking shaft,
Strike through his veins. As if a demon laughed
He, laughing, treads his victim in the dust,
The victim of his avarce. rage, or lust;
But the poor captives moan the whirlwinds wait
To Heaven-not unavenged The Oppressor
quakes
With secret dread, and shares the hell he
makes.
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THE MEN FOR THE TIMES.

Give us the nerve Of steel,
And the arm Of fearless might,
And the strength Of viii that is ready still
To battle for the right
Give us the eye TO weep
That honest tear Of feeling,
That shuts not down for the worlds dres
frown,
The genuine heart revealing
Give us the mind to feel
The sufferings Of another,
And fearless power in the dying hour,
To help a suf, ring brother.
Give us the clear, cool brain,
That is never asleep or doing,
But springing ever, with bold endeavor,
Wakes the world from its pressing.
All, give US the nerve of steel,
And the hand of fearless might,
And the heart that can love and feel,
And the head that is always right.
For the foeman is now abroad,
And the earthis filled with crimes
Let it be our prayer to Ged,
Oh give US the men for the times.
The weekly Anglo-African., 1860-03-17
leferrtO Correspondence.
EMIGRATION.

Ma. EDITOR: i have often wondered
why those of the colored people Of these
United States who wish to emigrate to
a land where they have rights which
white men are bound to respect" do not
emigrate to the West Indies-either st.
Domingo (Hayti) or the Island of Jamaica,
but more particularly to the latter, since
the inhabitants Of that island not only
speak the English language, but all reli-
gions are tolerated, the Baptist, Methodist,
and Episcopalian predominating Moreo-
yer, it is a most delightful climate. has
good society, and every man is eligible to
every office except the governorship, that
dignitary being appointed by the crown
Fish, flesh, and fowl abound in supera-
bundance, and there is no more fruitful
land in the universe. Fruits are very
abundant, and far superior to any in the
United States, with the exception Of the
apple, strawberry, and raspberry. But
there are other fruits of a most luscious
quality, unknown to US here, which are lit
orally wild, or require but little cultiva-
ton. Were colored person, should
certainly emigrate, if at all, to country
possessing all these advantages.
| would strongly advise all your friends
to pay but little attention to the TRADES in
the Herald" and other pro-slavery papers,
because they are, as whole, mere tissue
of falsehoods 1t is true that in the large
cities and towns like our own, there are al
WAYS lot of white and colored persons
who are too lazy to work, and obtain &
precarious subsistence by appropriatine
the hard earnings Of the Industrious; bu
these are the exception, and not the rule
| again say that the calumnies endeavored
to be heaped upon Her Majesty's subjects
in those islands are unworthy Of notice. y
was in Jamaica few years ago, and had
to enter some goods at the Custom House
and found probably fifty clerks, nearly
all of whom were black, and their attention
and demeanor were such that very many
of our custom-house officials might take a
few creditable lessons from them
In the country parts the inhabitants
are always clothed fully equal to the la
boring classes in any other country-that
is, as far as requisite for warm climate
and on Sundays you will find them il
every part of the island clothed equal te
our own inhabitants It is probably true
that, 50 far as the majority Of the white
islanders are concerned, their pecuniary
position is very much lessened; but that
of the colored population is very much en-
hgnced
If you should consider my remarks of
any value, | will tell you truly and can
didly why the sugar crop Of that island
has so much diminished, and that the
blame is not and cannot be thrown upon
the shoulders of the laboring class. Land
plentiful at very low prices, and any
nan who is industrious can, with very lit
%labor, procure the necessaries, and even
Ieluxuries of life. do not, however,
1lAk much cotton can be raised in the
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Dg Gentlemen" said a tavern-keeper
to his guests, at midnight, 81 don't know
whether you have talked enough or not,
but as for myself, am just going to shat
mp"
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SELF-IMPROVEMENT.

an Address delivered before The CoIored Epentng
School IN GARRISON Hall, Philadelphia, Frid-y
epening, March 2, BY VIM. Still.
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GEORGETOWN.
Co'rsspoxds~es Of Tie Star.


GEORGETOWN, March Is, 1850.
At our election held yesterday, to III the vacan.
cies in the Board of Common Council, Messrs.
Robert P. Dodge and J Thomas Davis were on
the Union Democratic, and Messrs. William H.
Tenney and John B. Davidson were on the Cit.
zens ticket. or the votes polled, r. P Dodge
received SIT; w. HI. Tenney 562; ]. B. Davidson
DAY; J. L. Davis 542; and the two first named gen.
tiemen were elected. Although the election was
SO contested and the active friends of the
candidates on either ticket made extraordinary
exertlons to secure triumph for their favorites,
yet good order prevailed and less Of party bitter
ness was displayed than il usual. We hail 1t as
good omen, foreshadowing the reign of conserva-
usm and moderation in our local politics.
Aiter the closing Of the polls fracas occurred
on Bridge street, which was continued by the
Parues crossing the bridge into your city and
keeping up rambling fight. During the melee,
alter tney had crossed the bridge, VIM. Craig, a
make arrests, was struck upon the forehead with
a stone and Knocked down. After being brough bit
home 1t was found on examination tina: he had re-
ceived several blows upon the head. one making
an ugly looking wound, the scalp being laid open
down the forehead, showing cash three or four
Inches long. The matter will be brought to the
notice OF the grand jury to-day
esterday evening, MIR. Kelly, Of your city,
while passing through the upper part Of our town
In buggy, accompanied by friend. met with a
dreadful accident, which may have a fatal te.mi.
nation The horse became frightened and ran
away. throwing both gentlemen from the vehicle.
ar. hell received severe confusion on the
pack part OF the skull, and was removed TO his
nome, corner OF Fifthteenth and streets, i'm your
City, In critical condition. His physicians have
little hopes OF his recovery. His friend escaped
with few slight bruises
Navigation Is resumed on the Canal, and several
boats have arrived this week from Willlamspor-
and other points, principally with full cargoes Of
-four.
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Personal.

49, Hon: Josiah Quincy, Of Mass, and Carroll
spence and lady, Of Md, ,sre at Willards'.
- John Morrissey and a number of other New
York sporting men were to sail Yesterday, in the
Africa, to see the great fight between Heenan and
Sayers.
-. y. b. Matteson, of New York has issued n
card In regard to his removal from the presidency
OF the Bank Of central New York de saws be
does not owe the bank dollar, instead of having
as stated, far overdrawn his account
'''' Rev. DR. Cole, Of this city, has received
unanimous ''call'' to the North Baptist Church
philadelphia. This Is the second time this gen
ueman has received Scalp to return 10 his old
Held OF labor, within six months
80. Preparations are being made for a grand
pail, 10 be given next week under the auspices of
tne gentlemen guests at Willards' Hotel In the
fne ballroom of the establishment The complI-
ment Is to the lady guests there. 1t is doubtless
Destined to be the browning entertainment 90 far
IS fashion, style, and hilarious pleasure are con-
cerned, of the current Washington season.
-. A Western letter says Of Kit Carson: When
On his feet, Mr.. Carson has a somewhat dumpy
look-the result Of what the Hoosier gil desert bt
In MI Douglas IS an "in:fy-nite small chance of
legs;" but he sits upon d horse like king l
never saw man presenting a more regal aspec {
tnan this veteran mountaineer, when upon his IA.
vorite animal, dashing along like the wind
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PrOceediDSa of To.RpJ.

IL THE SENATE, to-day, the bill to regulate the
fees Of District Attorneys, Marshals aid Clerks OF
the L. 8. District Courts was taken up, amended
and passed.
During the transaction of routine business of nc
general Interest; our report closed.
IN TIE HousE, after the reading Of the Jour.
nal
Mr.. Harris, CT Md, introduced bill for the
improvement Of the navigation of PatapSco river
MIR. Maynard ntrod iced the following resoIu-
ton, which was adopted:
Resotrsd, That the thanks of the House be
hereby rendered to those clergymen OF tie District
OF Columbia who have attended the daily sesSio ns
and opened the same with prayer.
MIR. Campbell, from the Committee on Elec-
tiors, Introduced the following resolution:
Reso'red, That ii be inexpedient to allow the
contestants further time to take testimony in the
case Of VIM. A. Howard, contesting the right of
Hon. George Ii Cooper to represent the rst Con-
9ressional district Of Michigan in this House.
Assigned as special order for Tuesday next, at
1 o'clock.
He also offered resolution which was adopted
granting Mr.. Howard leave to occupy a seat upon
the floor Of the House pending the discussion Of
the report of the committee on the case Of his COZ.
testing the seat now occupied by Mr. Cooper;
and also that he have leave to speak 10 the merits
Of the question.
On motion OF Mr.. Washburn. OF Me, the House
resolved itself into Committee of the w hole (Mr
Stanton in the chair) for the purpose Of consider
ing the report Of the Select Committee appoinie d
to make such amendments to tie rules of the
House as they deemed proper
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The CHARLESTON CoNvEHrIoN-The Wash
ington correspondents Of the New York papers
state that the pressure has become so great upon
the National Committee for change from Charles
ton to some other place, for holding the Democrat
ie Convention, that the Committee has determine
to hold meeting with a view to considering the
subject. Livery section Of the country i, COM
planning If the threatened extortions Fifty dol
lars per day will be charged for the use Of parlors
and everything else in proportion. The National
Committee agreed to pay $3.50 per day for the use
Of public hall. IL backed up by the Democracy
Of tbs different sections the Committee will
change the place Of meeting, perhaps, from
Charleston to Washington. Why not,
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Destructive FIRxs.-The Mobile Electric
L MON Cotton Press with 2,OCO bales of cotton.
and several adjoining buildings, were DESTROYED
by IRE On Tuesday. The loss is estimated at
SITS go. "
The dwelling Of Humphrey Owens, near Salem.
ohio, was destroyed by fire on Tuesday. Five
children perished in the flames
serious fire occurred at Bellows Falls on
"Wednesday morning, destroying the Bellows
Falls Hotel, which was also occupied as a rost
cfdce and printing office. Several adioini
buildings Were also burnt. Less Si0,O
A fire at Eufaula, Alabama, on the 9th instant
destroyed the stores Of Mcssrs. Gerry 4 Bannyton,
Fern Lewis, carriage manufacturers, VIM
Flemmey's carriage repository, and several firms
Of dealers in harness, jewelry, and furniture.
Loss 81 900.
The Mechanics steam saw mills. at Lynn, Mas
sachusetts, were burnt on Monday night Loss
SO, partially insured.
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Method Protestant Conference.

The annual meeting of the Methodist Protestant
Conference took place in Baltimore Yesterday,
Rev Washington Roby presiding, Rev T. D.
valiant acting as secretary, and Rev. w ashington
Dennis as assistant secretary. The annual sermon
was preached by Rev. S. r. Norris
Rev. Mr.: Morgan was called to the chair, and
the President gave brief review of bis official
duties during the past ear He was pleased to
say that everything was prosperous.
Inc residents character was passed, and the
examination OF the official character Of the Super
intendents was heard and passed The following
is listof those being present who were examined
and passed:
Ms. .Greenaway, d. E. Reese, E. J. Drink
ing, David wilson, DR.. J. j Murray, ID. Bowers
L.W. Bates, J. II. Nichols w r. Hammond i
w. Everist, Il. j. Slaughter s j. Dorsey. DIR
;. EversOle, J. A. McFadden, J. F.W hiteside, II.
I. ID Valiant, II. c. Ewell, w Il Wright, r. :
Norris, p. LWilson, ID w. Bates, j. X. Nichols.
John Elderdice A ID. Dick, J. II. Ward r Liv-
1rgston, D. a. shermeT, Clay, Dr. D: F Ewell,
Z. II Littleton, Josiah Warden, J. III Ellerood'
erland.
Several Of the superintendent were examined
not being represented by their delegates, when.
on the call of Rev. l.. w. Bates, Rev. ID. s. Sher
mer objected to the examination of the Character
OF superintendent unless their delegates Were
present. Rev. l.. w Bates coincided in the views
Of Mr. Shermer
Rev. ID. f.. Reese did not think it was necessary
10 lay over such cases as were not represented and
called for the question.
The question being taken on the examination
of the character Of Rev l.. w Bates, In the alb
sence OF his delegate, was carried.
The motion was amended so as to include all
other cases not represented BY delegates
The following committees Were announced by
the PRESIDENT
On Unfinished Busness-D. A. Shermer. C..
Stanley. John A. Dixon
On the State and Wishes Of the Churches-AL
exander Morris, David Price C. w Dennis, w
Ward, Il. A. Maddox, VIM. Griffith, ID. A. Ham.
mOnd 6 A. Newman.
On ltinerancy-John r. Nichols Dr. A =
Eversole, II. e. Gushing, J. w. MELVIN, j. C
Goode.
On Finances-C. w. Darrets, VIM. Mckay.
On Publication of toe Minutes f. Ward
On Pulpit Services-Jesse Shrieve ID. Evan.
Reese, +. J. Drnkhouse
On Supersnnuated Claims-S. B Sutherland
Jos A. McFadden, DR.. ID. Ewell e. s. Hacker
n. Nicodemus, VIM. Lare.
On Missionaries-John Roberts J F Murray
David Wilson. Daniel Zollic koff.r VIM. ] Glib
son, Jacob Watkins
Book Concern and Csllege-D Evans Reese
John Elderdice, VIM. 7. Hammond, T. M
Naters, Jacob Shermer T. r Strauuhan
On statisttcs-James NJ. Elderdice
The Conference then adjourned.
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FisTIc CHAMPIONSHIP Bells Life of February
10 has the suboined items respecting tue com no
nSnt Tor the championship, which are all that is
new concerning that event:
"fom Sayers aud the Benicia Boy are both now
best friends can desire
TON Savers, at the request Of many of his
friends, intends remaining i'm London one mig bit
en- ronts from Brighton to New Market Tom mas
on Monday, March A.,
BELLS Life also says:
4, Owing to the extraordinary interest caused b.
ms great lnernato nal match, 1t is our intention
to publish a special edition the morning after the
fight, containing full account of the mill Itself,
with the pros and cons connected with the
match, ,AS
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= NEW HANRsHisE ELEcTIoN.-Tbe first State
election OF the present year took place in New
Hampshire on Tuesday last. a new Legislature,
aGovtrnor and other State and county officers
were TO be chosen. For the office Of Governor
rue Hon lehabod Goodwin, the present incum-
otn'; was The Republican candidate. and Hon.
Asa L. Cate the Democratic candidate The re-
,nras IS reported by telegraph, show that the Re-
puoncans have carried the election, most probably
oy on Increased majority over that of last year,
nave also elected larger majority of both branches
on tne STATE Legislature. upon which will deyolve
we understand, the choice Of a United states
mac 20 MI The seat now occupied by the Hon
Present Congress f'-' WIN TIC
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FROM HAVANA, MEXICO, &c-Don Jose Mayor.
TO TO- =. wennhy Spanish merchant, died at Havana
..;s .ss from Vera Cruz to the 9TH, had been re-
~ gu =, Havana. Miramon was only q few miles
,n1 ~. mere were fears entertained Of his be.
Lord Russell has proposed to The contend tus
to sn.ti %.xco an armistice Of seyesal months
III Mexican Congress to arrange affairs
have tend General Of Cuba IL reported to
but emb<..s aviees Of the I'd have been received.
ernoe I'D dI 70 news Of importance. Tn. GOV.
II vo,uns,i,s a. The Indians, and the troops
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II Stephens and Hazlett, the last of the con-
victed Harper's Ferry conspirators, will be exc
cuted at CharlestOwn Tomorrow Last week the
sister Of Stephens visited him in his cell, and i'm
plored him to seek the consultations of religion,
but he has rejected all the advances of the minis
tiers CT the Gospel preferring TO die in his spirit.
ualist opinions
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srsPENpED.-The last number OF the National
Era has card from Mrs. Bailey, announcing the
suspension OF that paper for the present, it not
being paying concern. 1t is rumored that the
direct cause of its suspension is the failure of the
Republican party in the House to give that pa per
It's printing patro mage. The Washington Re-
public will also be discontinued it is stated, and
the attempt made to establish new Republican
paper in this city upon the Era and Republic
subscri ption lists
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II The Legislature of Oregon. on the 7th of
January, passed resolutions earnestly protesting
asains: any change by which the military depart
nent Of Oregon shall be merged into any other
also, soliciting the President to continue General
Harvey in command
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IL The notorious Parker II. French, whose
daring tinancierlng feats in Mexico and eire-
where, and which formed large part of the
staple news Of the country, some time ago, has
been put in limbo at New Orleans for swindlinp
a mercantile firm cut of 5000.
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II At the annual meeting Of the Church of the
Puritans, (Dr. Cheever's,) in New York, on Mon
day night, an attempt was made to censure the
mission to England for aid, but was defeated
The greatest excitement prevailed, and the meet.
ing lasted until two O'Clock in the morning.
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ID In Westford, Mass several cases of vacci-
nation with matter procured from Boston have re-
Gently proved fatal. Much excitement exists in
the community in consequence thereof, and a
medical investigation is being had
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ID The removal Of fhe seat Of government Of
pennsylvania from Harrisburg to PhiladelPhia is
an.iousiy desired and urged by the authorities
Of that city. A bill for the purpose Is now pend
ing in the Senate, and a select committee Of the
Common Council have made report, urging
certain reasons In support Of the project.
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10 The Baltimore Republican says there is
Republican association in that CITY, and that there
can be little doubt that it has an organ and advo.
cate there
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