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The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13

The state elections next to occur. now that
the nominations for the presidency are all
completed, will probably SO far turn upon ma
tional politics as to afford a tolerably clear
indication of the relative strength of the sew
eral candidates now in the field.
Unless changes have recently occurred of
which we are not aware, they will come off
as follows:
In Tennessee, LIST Thursday Of August
In Alabama,
kentucky, list Monday Of August.
Missouri,
Texas,
In North Carolina, Cd Thursday of August.
Seven states in August, and all slave
states.
In all, leaving Lincoln out of consideration
the contest will lie between Breckenridge
Bell and Douglas and the result will proba-
bly, determine who is to be counted out in
the Presidential race.
In two or three of them the Republican
candidates have considerable strength, and
in one, Missouri, We are not without hopes
that their strength will exceed that of any o.
Their candidate. AS to the others, We think
Bell has fair chance for Tennessee, and
that Breckenridge is most likely to carry the
remainder.
We have no idea that Douglas has the
ghost of chance for either, except Missouri
There his chances are from fair to middling.
Three states hold their elections in Sep
TENDER, California, Maine, Vermont.
/ The two last will run the sham Democra-
cy of all stripes entirely out of sight. Cali
fornia We think may be fairly counted in for
breckenridge.
Nine states hold their elections in October
which with the above are all that precede
the Presidential election in November. OF
these nine, We confidently expect to carry
five, viz, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio and
Pennsylvania. MIR. Douglas We think has
no reasonable chance of securing either of
them, unless it be Indiana.
There nearly one half of the Democracy
are opposed to him, and how his friends can
CIPHER out victory for him in such state
of things We don't exactly see.
Of the four states which make up the nine
to wit, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, South
Carolina, all are slave states, and we give the
whole to Breckenridge without hesitation
We conceive Douglas has no possible chance
in either.
We are speaking, let it be remembered, OIL
state elections, and looking at these merely
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
The second prize was awarded to Torrent

The second prize was awarded to Torrent
No. l of St. Johnsbury.
THIRD PRIzE-$75.
Boxer No. 3 of Burlington, LOO tt.
Seth Warner No. of Waterbury, l1'
Washington No. of Middlebury, l6O
Ascutney No. , of Windsor, l64
The third prize was then awarded to Box
er No. 3 of Burlington.
We cannot close this hasty notice without
according high praises to the New England
Guards of Northield, who performed escort
duty to the several bands and engine COM
panies in attendance, and to Torrent Engine
company of St. Johnsbury, which closed the
performances with a brilliant torchlight pro-
cession. The committee of arrangements re-
quest US to acknowledge special obligations
for the services of the steam fire engine "Pa-
cific," from Manchester, New Hampshire
which was under the charge of the inventor
Mr.. n. S. Bean, and of Nessrs. \. c. Heath
and J. T. 2. Hunt of the Manchester fife de-
partment. This machine supplied the tank
for the use of all the engines, and afterwards
over-topped them all by throwing two streams
to the height of $50 feet, and one stream
clear over the pole-2l4 feet. This machine
was manufactured by the Amoskeag compa
ny-it is swift and thorough worker and il
thoroughly made.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
Consistency.

Douglas, it seems, was once or pretended
to be firm friend and supporter of the Will
mot proviso. In 1S49, he then as now be-
ing United States Senator, was in Spring
field when the Legislature in both branches,
passed the following resolution, viz:
That our Senators in Congress be instruc-
ted, and our Representatives requested to
use all honorable means in their power to
procure the enactment Of such lars by Con-
gress for the government of the countries
and territories of the United States acquired
by the treaty of peace, friendship, limits and
settlement with the republic of Mexico, con-
Guided Feb. 3, 1913, as shall contain the ex-
press declaration that there shall he neither
slarery nor Involuntary Serritude IN said
territories, otherwise than in punishment of
crime, whereof the party shall have been du-
ly convicted He then at a public meeting
held on this occasion in the House after the
adjournment, distinctly declared that SO far
as he was concerned, the passage of said res
olution was wholly unnecessary, as it did but
speak the sentiments he had all along enter
tanned.
Our readers know what change came O.
yer him afterwards on this subject He in a
brief period, like Cass, became convinced tina,
Congress has no power to make any such en-
actment, and this was the doctrine distinct,
announced by the Cincinnati Convention ir
1856. In spite of his recorded opinions sol
emily declared in 1919, he now claims thi.
new doctrine as "his principle" and when ht
learned that Buchanan was likely to receive
the nomination, telegraphed his entire ac
quiescence in such a result, inasmuch as thu
convention had distinctly recognized hi
great principle of non-interventon, as embo
died in the Kansas Nebraska bill. VIVA
beautiful consistency.
Abraham Lincoln was in 1919 membe
Of the House of Representatives, and one of
course who was requested to support the a
bove resolution. He did so, sincerely an,
heartily as it spoke the sentiments he ther
entertained, has ever since entertained an,
now entertains. Such is the difference be
tween statesman ard demagogue Sucl
the difference between the man who uW b
> President, and the man who uonAd be Presi
dent.
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liston States attorney, jeremiah French of
Burlington Sheriff, Noble B. Flanagan of
Burlington.
In Rutland County the Republicans have
nominated. for Senators, Martin c. Rice of
Benson, Bradley Fish of Ira, Daniel W. Tay-
lor of Sherburne for Assistant Judges,
Alanson Allen of Fairhaven, Ebenezer Fish
er of Shrewsbury for States Attorney,
VIM. c. kittridge of Fairhaven for sheriff,
Jacob Edgerton of Rutland for Judges OF
Probate, Rutland District, Harvey Button of
Wallingford - Fairhaven District, Almon
Warner of Castleton.
Addison County nominated, for Senator'S
a. G. Allen and A. I. Smith Assistant
Judges, S. f. Cook and VIM. W. Pope; sher.
if, G. \. Collamer States Attorney, W. F
Bascom.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13

II While a gang of convicts were en-
route to the Auburn state prison over the
New York Central Railroad, the other day, a
boy entered the cars at one of the intermedi-
ate stations to sell cherries, and when he
reached the convicts, he stopped abruptly
and cast look of unutterable sorrow upon
the men, who were manacled together, as
though he comprehended at glance their
history and their gloomy destination. With
out opening his lips he sat down his basket.
aud dipping up several handfulls of cherries
tossed them into the prisoners laps. Then
without waiting for any reply. he picked up
his basket and ran to the end of the car
Here he sat down for a moment, very
thoughtfully. and then suddenly springing
up as if electrified with some happy idea, ran
back to the party and lifting up his basket
emptieL its entire contents into the seat
Then unable longer to control his emotion
he burst into fit of loud crying and rushed
out of the car. The other passengers were
SO affected by the scene that they called the
little fellow back and made him take hand
some purse for his mother, but none were SC
rude as to inquire the cause of his emotion
which might have been the remembrance of
some unpleasant family incident.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
The Fourth at West Waterto,,

Mr.. EDITOR Il had the pleasure d,
tending pic mic celebration Of The J..
West Waterford which for adapia,ia,
no, be vel beat. The grove. which ~.
tificial, Was arranged Oh the grosnl. .. 81,
Amos Carpenter, and was in fine ,,>.
platform for the speaker and muse a..
beautifully decorated and well arrarer5 h.
table, loaded with edibles was no SIN.
traction 10 the crowd, as the c,e> Of 49,.
ant urchirs bore prospective testiu,,,
usual programme of performance ".
lowed. Prayer was offered by the Rev \,
Bicsford, then followed the read;n, ..
declaration and an Grafton by Mr.. II
which was fine production, vel > ..i
political enthusiasm. The Moose r.,
net Band WAS in attendance aid ,,..
with the Yves; Waterford choir. f,...
music for the occasion. The Pres.
the day, Mr.. VIM. Hovey, fur:i,hr. a s..
did dinner for the band at his ho.>.
members of the band seemed 10 have
lip for the various yiands which w. .
nished. After dinner the day was rs,,.
reading the regular toasts, the firing %.
non. the cheering Of the crowd and NJ,
Then followed volunteer toasts and L..
es. Remarks were made by judy N -.
Rev Mr. Bickford and others. Tie
Of West Waterford deserve much ,r-3-.
their labor and perseverance To max -,
thing of it, and their Smiles atte,t~d the
probation Of the praise so otter be,.oa-.
-
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I.unenburg.

Our celebration by the united )
Schools was a success.and we trust tie
gers among us enjoyed it. There We
ent at the grove about 200 people. ".
tened to good Grafton by Rev. ID. {.
cock. and remarks from Rex. Wm. )
and Rev. {. ID. Insraham. The talk,
well covered with eatables furnish. b,
parents of the Sabbath School scho.4r>
are glad to add that there was enough a.
though there were many more prc>ca:
expected.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
The Fourth at GrOtOn.

The morning Of the fourth daunel
ant and fair as the heart could wi>D. IN
Of indications TO the contrary tie v.,l
evening, and our citizers assembled -
Lake House in good numbers to bar,
in the festivities of the occasion. In
,ernoon (having been kept in waiting -
speakers the procession was formed t,
marshal, and after the usual anon.
marching and music and the u>ua! pre..g
ry exercises. We were addressed in AZ 4.
eloquent and very appropriate MANNER Il
Potts. Esq. Toasts were read and Gq.,
luted by the guns and music from tie 7
sham Cornet Band, who furnish L,
this occasion. They are young in l.
but give a good promise for the future
"Flying Yankee" did good service an 81.
much to the enjoyment of those pre,c-:
the occasion. The Gay passed off. q.
people returned to their homes feelir:
satisfied with all the arrangements. al
quiet, peacable manner in which thty
carried out Much credit is due to IL
prietor of the Lake House for his god p
agement. and the efforts he made IL
his guests and provide for their wants.
beauty and romantic situation Of It's
ton render it pleasant and at;rac;:y,
for such festive occasion as this. A.,
fast coming into favor with those tgg-
broad, while the proprietor is dong g.
can TO beautifv his grounds and reu.r.
house pleasant hcme for the ,raye,.-c
lie. e.
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Firemen's Muster at Montpelier.

The following account Of the way the
Fourth was spent at Montpelier We find in
the Waterman
The morning was principally spent in
preparing for the reception of the companies
from abroad, which arrived at about 10
o'clock, when procession was formed at the
depot. headed by The New England Guards
of Mortified, escorted by the Mortified
Band. After them came the stately coach
"Hiawatha," drawn by six horses, and carry
ing thirty-four small girls, each holding a
banner bearing the name of one of the states
all together forming beautiful represen-
ta:on of the several states of the Union, not
forgetting Kansas, which ought long since to
have been admitted. In the center was a
large banner bearing the MOTTO The Union
Forever" This was one of the most beauti-
full features of the procession, and elected
the applause of the multitude. Next came
the several fire companies, escorted by the
Montpelier companies in the following order
"loung America" No. ;, "Winooski" No. l.
capitol" No. ), and "Montpelier" No. f.
The companies from abroad were "Washing-
ton No. of Middlebury, "Boxer" No. of
Burlington, "Seth Warner" No. > of Water,
bury, Torrent" No. of Mortified. "Ascut.
ney" No. > of Windsor, Torrent" No. of
St. Johnsbury.
! At one o'clock, the steam fire engine from
Manchester was stationed upon the bank of
the river to supply the tank from which the
several engines were TO draw their water
when play ing for the prizes. At two O'Clock
the engines commenced playing in the fol-
lowing O. der:
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
That Firemcn'~ Muster.

The Springfield Republican is wrong in
saying that Torrent" company of Mortified
won both the first and second prizes at the
tremen's muster at Montpelier. Torrent,
No. l." of St. Johnsbury, the best company,
(excuse little local pride.) with the best ma
chine, and accompanied by the best band in
the state, (the St. Jotnsbury Cornet. Of
course,) took the second prize, playing there
for the highest stream that was played du-
ring the day by any hand machine. SO reads
the awards of the judges. The correspond
ent of the Boston Journal was equally unfor-
tunate in his statement about Capitol" COM
pany Of Montpelier. This company made its
wonderful play" otter the Judges had left
their stand.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13

y. II. LEGIsLATURE-They have way of
doing up Legislative business in New Hamp-
shire a little quicker than in Vermont. The
Legislature which adjourned last Thursday,
had been in session 30 days, and passed l43
acts and resolves, mostly CT local nature.
The initiatory step for constitutional con-
vention was taken, but its action is limited
to the diminution of the members of the
House of Representatives, the enlargement
of the Senate, and the adoption of some SIM
pier method than now exists for future alter
atoms in the constitution. Mr.. Bell, the
Speaker of the House, had gold-headed
cane presented to him by his admring fellow
members at the close of the session.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
Sabbath Schools.

Some of the towns in Orleans County are
doing more than usual this season in the way
of Sabbath Schools. Greensboro, sometimes
called 1.-THE cradle of Sabbath Schools in Yer
mont" has this summer eleven Sabbath
Schools in full operation, viz one at the
Presbyterian church, one at the Consresa-
tional church, and nine district or mission
schools in different parts of the town. What
other town in Northern Vermont is doing as
we'll
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
Bennington County.

The old furnace buildings. ntaT !
Shields summer residence, in BEN
owned by him, were destroyed b! fi'' %
4,h. His dwelling escaped de- >.-
though the loss is severe. Mr.. -
lost considerable wood by the f'i'
ragged so severely about BENIN 60"
spring.
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as indications of what will follow in the great
Presidential contest of November.
If We are anywhere near correct in our an.
ticipations, Mr.. Douglas, the unworthy ia
vorte of the Northern Democracy, will be
put hors du combat in the preliminary Skin
mishes, and will be nowhere when the main
battle comes off.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
Brief Locals.

The rain of last Thursday was like its pre-
decessors this season, very scanty: though
We learn that at Montpelier, and even as far
east as Cabot, there were quite heavy show
erS.
1t is known to many of our readers that
DR.. Faye,te Jewe,t, who went out from this
place as missionary to Armenia nearly eight
Years ago. has returned to this country on
account of i'll health. Dr. Jewett and his
family are now stopping with their friends in
this place
Professor Brown of Dartmouth College
preached at the South, and Rev. Mr.. Sewell
of Lunenburg at the North Church last Sab
bath.
1t will be noticed by referring to ADVERT
sing columns. that Messrs. Chamberlil
X Fletcher have dissolved partnership. Mr.
/ Joel Fletcher will continue in business at the
old stand.
! Bailey circus and menagerie combined
exhibits at Wells River July 20. at Lit,etor
/ the Dist. and Stanstead the odd 1t is half
fare on the cars from Barton to Wells Rive
the Goth.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13

0F An Old woman in England has a let.
ter from her son in California. SAYING that he
has often "leathered Jack Keenan," The old
woman says she has often leathered her son
therefore she claims the championship. as
lea,herer of him who leathered the Boy who
beat the Champion.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
ImpOSter...LOOk Out.

DIR. La Coste las he styled himself here)
escaped from the St. Johnsbury House We'd
nesday night, leaving many little bills un-
paid. He is fat, greasy swindler, of more
bowels than brains. Pass him round.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13

C. The following paragraph from the
message Of the late Gov Robinson in 1888.
seems prophetic of the long dynasty of the
Democratic party, and its fnole in James
Buchanan THE long retention of power
by either political party may undermine its
virtue, relax its visor and dispel the fear of
rigid accountability.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
Franklin County.

A painful and fatal arrilei.t oc1~'. !.
East Fairfield on the morning OF l''' !
For some years the Young m,n ha'' =
the habit of firing a salute b, 20,
charge in a hole drilled In a rocA' y
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13

Eg- The editor of the Brattleboro Manir,
who has just been there, says that Rutland
has the best church, the richest bank, Whose
Cashier is candidate for Treasurer,) the best
printing office, (ruttle's of course,) the finest
marble and the biggest general in the State
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
The Eclipse.

Our readers are already aware that an e.
clpse of the sun is expected the 18th inst
Astronomers say it is the one most conven-
lent for observation of any that will occur
the present century. Boys, get out your
smoked glass next Wednesday.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
Il HE CALIFORNIAN
BY G.. NJ. STONE & co.

BY G. NJ. STONE & co.
St. Johnsbury, Friday, July Il, 1860.
National Republican nominations.
FOR PRESIDENT,
Hon. ABRAM LINCOLN, of Illinois
FOR VICE PRESIDENT,
lion. HANNIBAL HAMLIN, of Maine.
PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION. Nov 6, 1860
"THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES ARR
THE RIGHIFUL MASTERS OF BOTH CONGRESS
AND CovKTs. "-.lIrahnm Lincoln.
State Republican Nominations.
For Governor,
: ERASTUS FAIRBANKS. of st. Johnsbury
For Lieutenant Governor,
LEVIJNDERWOGD.o of Burlington.
For Treasurer,
JOHN Il. PAGE, of Rutland.
County Republican Nominations.
A.E. JUDEvINE. Hardwicl, lson,,ors
IN. HALL. Groton.
SERENO MONTGOMERY. Walden, lJudcos
EZRA \. PARKS. Waterford.
A. LFRENCH ST bloomsbury. Judge of Probate
GEO. W. CAHOON. Lyndon, States Attorney
EMERSON HALL. st Jo!rnshury. Sheriff.
CHAS SHIPMAN, Hardwick, Baiff.
[The following article was written for las
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
Good !!

Good!
We stop the press" to announce that the
st. Johnsbury Comets promise US some out
door music next week. Other places that
have bands have music in their parks once
week why shouldn't we
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13
LOCAL AND STATE.
To Correspondents and Advertisers.

We frequently receive tavors from cores.
pondents and advertisers as late in the week
as Thursday morning. Our paper is printed
on Thursday. and tie little matter tina, is pu,
in type on this day is late news. both foreign
ard local. We have time and space for nc
other. Persons should hand in their favor.
as early as Monday or Tuesday, to insure
insertion the same week If
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FIRST PRHE--$15O.
Boxer No. 3 of Burlington, 151 #.
Seth Warner No. >, Waterbury, 145
Torrent No. l, ST. Johnsbury, l42
Washington No. l. Middlebury. l6l
Torrent No. of Mortified, los
Ascutney No. 2, of Windsor, $50
The first prize was thereupon aw ,rded
by the judges to Torrent" No. ., of North
field.
SECOND PRIzE-Sl25.
Boxer No. of Burlington, $50 #.
Seth Warner No. = of Waterbury, 155
Torrent No. of St. Johnsbury, l6S
Washington No. of Middlebury, l53
Ascutney No. 9 of Windsor, l45
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State Republican Nominations.
County Republican Nominations
The Double Headed Monster.

1'rhe following article was written for las
weeks paper
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-07-13

"THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES ARE
THE RIGHIFUL MASTERS OF BOTH CUNGRE>>
AND CorKTS. "-.lbrdhnm Lincoin.
East Saginaw courier. (East Saginaw, Mich.) 1859-18??, 1860-02-09
THE COURIER,
THURSDAY
FEBRUARY ., 1860.
sasiF.


BY the Report Of the Directors Of the
East Saginaw Salt Manufacturing Co.,
WHICH we publish to-day, and which, by
the by, is an unusually interesting and
we'll prepared document for one Of the
kind, it will be seen that the salt boring
experiment in this city has resulted in a
complete success; far exceeding the an.
ticipations Of the most sanguinc.
At the last meeting of the Directors,
the Superintendent, DR. II. c. Potter,
was directed to procure Immediately the
necessary tubing, and to contract for two
blocks Of fifty kettles each, also for wood,
barrels &c, for the purpose Of commence
inc at once the business Of manufacturing
salt. The company viii at an early day
build dock in front of their premises,
put up sheds and other buildings, and
make all the precautions requisite for the
work upon which they are entering under
the most llattcriny auspices.
As will be readily imagined, the effect
Of this first salt balleiih upon the com.
munity is like an electric shock. The
strong brine gives bueysncy to every
thing and an impetus to trade in rca
estate aad other property which is mos
hopeful. Everything looks encouraging
"Thcrc is a (sal0 tide in the affairs of this
valley which taken at the flood, leads OF
to fortune" and everybody is in \ mos
saline state Of mind in consequence.
East Saginaw courier. (East Saginaw, Mich.) 1859-18??, 1860-02-09
NouIobGE SAIL

nEFACLT having been made in the condition 81
- certain mortgage bcuriu- datc ou the ninth
dag Of December 1850 executed ny James hctr 81
si.iu1w Cuu,y, Michigan 60 William L. Ncbh,r
%. tlo Same County and Slate, which mo-isagc Wns
recorded ia tlc office OF BcHt. If Deeds ior ,.uI
Saginaw County a. thc 10Th d1yof nttrmher, lass
in ljhcr I' OF mortgages. on pages 62i and t2-
Un which mergarc there IS clumci 90 Doe due 40 iLc
date of t.s notice ,ir.aw af niu,,y-ouC d5.lsr and
niuoty-scvcn cents Or priu pic and Interest and mn
attorneys fec stipulated for ia said mortgage and
uo suit or proceeding nj law having been instituted
io recover the dclt secured by said mortgage or
any part thereof, Notice Is therefore hereby given
that by virtue Of POWER Of sale continued IN said
mortgage there will be sold by the sheriff or udcr
Sheriff of Saginaw County. on The Both day o!
March A d. 1860, at two o'clock Z. NJ Of that day,
40 the front door Of the Court House in Saginaw
City, in Saginaw County. (that being the place for
holding lhc Circuit Court lor said Comfy Of SnEiuaw)
hc premises described In said mort gugc NJ follows,
Wis "All that real estate known AMI described ~
"tLc southwest quarter Of the northwest quarter Of
section number eight (6) IN township number eleven
"(ll) north of range luur % east containing forty
"rrc. Of land, be the sane more or lees, together
'with tho Embellishments aud appartcuauces, there
"unto belonging or in any wise arTurtnning," being
in tho County OF Saginaw AMI State Of Michigan.
Dated December 18TH 1850
WILLIAM l.. WEBER, Mortgage.