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The national Republican., 1860-12-03
EXTRACT OF A LETTER
From The Hon. alfred Rust, member of Con-
gress from arkansas

From the Hon. Alfred Rust, member of Con.
gress from Arkansas.
believe, FIRST, that from the adoption of the
Federal Constitution to the present moment,
the Southern people have never had less cause
to complain of our Government and threaten
its overthrow than they now have. If the most
experienced and enlightened statesmen Of
other countries could witness the universal pros.
perity enjoyed by the people of our own, and at
the same time the fear, if not the conviction,
which is almost as universal that the Govern.
ment TO which we owe so much Of it is on the
brink Of disruption, they would be driven to the
conclusion that general lunacy had seized
upon the minds Of the American people.
Of recognise the election of Mr. Lincoln, by
less, perhaps, than one.third of the votes of the
United States, aided by the intrigues of the
Southern disunionsts, as no justification for q
thought of revolution. Elected under the forms
Of the Constitution, those who would resist or
defeat by force his Inauguration would commit
the highest crime known to our laws.
No one who has read the debates upon the
Constitution and the cotemporary political his.
tory of our country will maintain, presume,
the constitutional right of State to secede
from the Union. Such pretension is, in my
opinion, an insult to the memories of the wise
dnu patrlotic S6geS WnO Irdtneu tne OOnStltu-
ton. Our first remedy, under Federal ag.
gression, as in the case of the Missouri Com.
promise, which vas pronounced by the Su-
preme Court of the United States as nullty,
is an appeal TO this same court. This failing
us, our only resort is revolution. To do this,
whenever an aggression is attempted by the
Federal Government, l am ready to commit
myself
Whatever moral influence may be able to
exert will be in favor Of the Inauguration of the
elected President, and the enforcement of the
constitutional laws of the United States after
his election.
In conclusion, will say that all am, and
have, and hope for, are identified with my
adoPted State, and am ready to involve them
in her destines.
believe that if the opinions and wishes of
ninetenths of the people of Arkansas are re.
fected by her representatives at Little Rock
and in Washington, her course in the present
political crisis will be temperate and conserva,
tive. If should be mistaken, and, in opposi
ton TO my humble but honest and earnes,
counsels and remonstrances, her action, through
her constituted authorities, carrying out the
will of her people, should be different, will
yield to it mournful acquiescence.
Respectfully, your obedient servant,
A. RUST.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
NOT FOR SALE.

The National Intelligencer of this morning,
in answer to correspondent who refers to a
rumor that Mr.. Corwin, of Ohio, is negota
ting for the purchase Of that venerable journal,
with the intention of converting it into the organ
Mr., Lincoln" emphatically denies that there is
any foundation in fact for such rumor, and
says, We may as well add, that the National
lnteUigenSer will never pass from the control
of its present proprietors into any other hands
while life and health last-unless, indeed shar-
ing in the common ruin in which unhappily
political events now threaten to involve all the
interests of this great country, the Intelligence,
shall sink with the rest and its property pass
through the hands Of the sherif-s officers.
That day, we trust is far distant.p .r u
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
RE V LIE w.

Petty Annoyances Of Married Life from the French Of Houre
Soomons.
Petty annoyances! In these days of big an.
noyances, bank suspensions, no discounts, cot
ton dull, wheat falling, -four unkneaded any
where, and no one willing to handle tar, pitch,
or turpentine, it is comfort to be able to laugh
at something and this book will show you your.
selves as you are at home, and if you do not
smile at your own folly, you will at that of your
neighbors. We commend this book to all. 1t
is piquant and interesting throughout, and can
be read to advantage as we'll as pleasure, if you
carry the moral home.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
,MYsTERIoUs MILITARY ORGANIZATION AT
NopFOIR

Norfolk, Dec. Ia paper is being mysteri.
ously circulated here 70. some days for sigma
lures. From the source where it is said to have
originated, / have no doubt that something
serious is contemplated Those whose sigma
lures are canvassed are chiefly young men who
are skilled in military tactics, and known to be
thoroughly Southern in feeling. | obtained q
slight clue to the contents Of this document. 1t
is simply a pledge to be ready at moments
warning to start for eiven point-Richmond,
as l understand--and there join force Of
Of the State. It is sufmised that this picked
force will visit Washington the day Of the in.
auguration. This organization is distinct from
the regular military organizations of the State.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
THE SOUTHERN TRADE,

The following circular, signed by large
number of the merchants of Columbus, Georgia,
has been sent to their customers throug ghout the
country: 49,, .... -..l b.. -
"The undersigned, merchants of Columbus,
amid the dscord and confusion that are dis
tracing the public mind, politically and com.
mercially, beg leave to express our adherence
to those principles which alone can sustain us
under the shock. Hence we are utterly opposed
to anything like stay laws, or any measures hav.
ing for their object any release from, or abate.
ment Of, our obligations as debtors at home or
abroad. Such a step would destroy all credit
abroad, and annul all confidence at home. We
must have good laws, and as sound currency
as our neighbors, and we will trust to com.
mon sympathy for all else we need"
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
the prospect of a peaceable solution of the Kan

the prospect of peaceable solution of the Kan
sas troubles.
Mr.. Stephens's Union speech was read by
Mr.. Lincoln with great satisfaction. He is re.
ported to have said that the best item Of news
he had received since the 6th Of November, was
that Of Mr.. Stephens's election Is delegate to
the Georgia State Convention. ..y.. ,
George @. Fogg, Secretsey Of the National
Republican Executive Committee, was here
yesterday, and had long private interview
with Mr.. Lincoln.
At last New Yorker has arrived, in the
person of the Hon. Hugh White, ex.member Of
Congress from Saratoga district, who reached
here this morning. White, having served 81.
multaneously with Lincoln, ives heartily received
as an old acquaintance.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
BOOT AND SHOE MANUFACTORY.


ME subscriber has the pleasure of informing
L his friends and former customers that he is
engaged in the Boot and Shoe manufacturing
business, with an entire new stock, such as
Melies French Shoes, CATERS, Slippers, Pumps,
&C.; with superior stock of Lemoines French
Calf-skins, and all other materials for the manu-
facture OF Gentlemens fine Boots and Shoes, pur-
chased for Cash. and will be made up by the
best workmen, and sold at the Lowest Cash
Prices, for Cash only
To my former patrons, it is useless to say any
thing OF my qualifications for the business have
again embarked in. To them, and the public
generally will only say, can at all times be
found at home, and ready to wait on them. The
one-price rule will be strictly adhered to. Give
me call. JOHN MILLS, Agent,
Fashionable Boot and Shoemaker, No.
5O4 Pennsylvania avenue, between the
st. Charles Hotel and Adams's Ex-
press Office, formerly under Browns
Hotel
r. .: have no interest in, or connection with,
any other store than the one l am in, No. 504
Pennsylvania avenue. J. M.
nov 26
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
THE PRESIDENT ELECT.

Springfield, H., Nor. 3OD-Yesterday being
Thanksgiving day, quite number of country
people were in town, and paid their respects 10
the President elect Mr.. Lincoln, like the rest
of Anglo.American mankind, fessted on roast
turkey, and having special cause to thank his
Maker, attended divine service.
The President elect feels greatly relieved by
The national Republican., 1860-12-03

Gov. Winslow, of North Carolina, who arrived
in this city on Saturday, in the three o'clock
train from the South, states that he was the only
through passenger on the train. He says he
asked the conductor on the train what was the
meaning Of this. The conductor informed him
that there had been very little travel for some
weeks from the South, and it was diminishing
every day, ewing to political troubles. o.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
'''a" New No. l Mess Mackerel
For sale low by ... 'f.r ~ Fu L...j
t,'' II, BROWNING / HEATING, ia bn
=" 363 Penn. avenue, near Sixth street.
BOARDING.

By tie Day, Week, or Month, with or without ;
Rooms.
M RS. NJ. A. MILLS, having taken and fitted
lVl up, in handsome style, that large, and
pleasant house, No. 5O4 Pennsylvania avenue,
third door east Of Third street, between the st.
Charles Hotel and Adams's Express Office, near
the Capitol and railroad depot, is now prepared
to accommodate Transient or Permanent Guests
with pleasant rooms, with or without Board.
nov 26 b. .' .' u t''" .
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
Paints, Oils, and Window Glass

Paints, Oils, and Window Glass.
r EwIS'S pure White Lead.
~ French Zinc, pure.
Sterling White Lead, in tins, at 81 and So each.
Linseed Oil. = .'
Turpentine, Litharge.
Chrome, Green aud Yellow.
Ochre, Red and Yellow.
Red Lead Fire. Proof Paint.
Window Glass, all sizes, and Putty. 8
For sale very low for cash, by
CHARLES STOTT,
nov 26-tawlm No. 376 Penn. avenue.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
TNHE ROYAL TURKISH TOWELS.

TNHE ROYAL TURKISH TOWELS.
l. Bathing Sponges, Velvet Sponges, Bath
Gloves.
Brown Windsor Soap, Honey Soaps.
Lubin's Soaps and Extracts.
Genuine German Cologne, all sizes, wick
ers and plain bottles.
Bazin's Soaps and Extracts.
Phalon's Soaps and Extracts.
Pomades of all kinds.
Hair Tonies, &c.
With full assortment of new Perfumery
Hair Brushes, Combs, Tooth Brushes.
Fresh Medicines, Pure Chemicals, &c.
Just received ut GILMANS
BE-. ! ,,.r., New Drug Store, $50 Penn. Av.
Congress, Empire, Saratoga, Bedford, Blue
Lick, and White Sulphur Waters, always on
hand, as above, dec 3-3t
The national Republican., 1860-12-03

The thirtieth anniversary of the struggle for
Polish independence was celebrated Saturday
evening at the Cooper Institute, New York.
Addresses were delivered and resolutions passed
for the formation Of Polish national society.
The meeting was well attended, and the pro-
ceedings enthusiastic. '' .'
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WASHINGTON
COUNTY, TO WIT:

I HEREBY certify that John Lang, of said
l county, brought before me, the subscriber,
Justice of the Peace in and for said county, this
3oth day Of November, in the year 1860, as a
stray trespassing upon his enclosures, dark
chesnut sorrel mare, about Is! hands high, with
white chin had on collar and bridle
Given under my hand.
W. ALBERT KING, J.P.
The owner Of the above-described mare is re-
quested to prove property, pay charges, and take
her away. ''0 JOHN LANG,
Corner of High and Bridge streets,
dec 3--3t Georgetown, D. @.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
GEORGETOWN ADVERTISEMENTS.

Mr.. H. D. Reaver is our authorized agent for
Georgetown. Subscriptions and advertisements
for this paper can be left at Barnard's Drug
Store, corner Of Bridge and High streets. ~
The national Republican., 1860-12-03

The BRIG MINNIE SoHIFFER.-Boston, Nop.
30.-The British Government, through the
Consul at this port, has presented Capt. Wilson,
of the Minnie Schiller, with valuable gold
chronometer; Mr.. Conmonton, the mate, with
a telescope; and $40 to each of the crew.
Also, liberal compensation is made for the
demurrage and subsistence of the crew and
passengers of the Connaught.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
I. O. E. N.

TTNHE late members of Mohawk and Usage
L Tribes of the Improved Order of Red Men
are requested to meet at Temperance Hall on
Wednesday, the bth December, at 7 o'clock. A
communication from the q. @. W. s. will be
submitted for their consideration. dec 3-3t
The national Republican., 1860-12-03

"Our honored State has ever maintained
that our Federal system was confederation of
sovereign Powers, not consolidation Of States
into one people, nnd, as a consequence, when.
ever State considered the compact broken,
and in manner toendanger her safety, such
State stood remitted, "a in sovereign right, 10
determine for herself, and under no responsi-
bility, save to The opinion Of the civilized world
both the mode and measure Of redress"
THE PLAN OF BREcKNRIDGE's HOME ORGAN FOR
sAvINA THE UNION. -.......--
The home organ of Mr.. Breckinridge-the
Lexington (Ky.) Statesman considers the
Union meetings that are being held throughout
Kentucky as the sheerest nonsense in the world.
They accomplish nothing, "while the very Gov.
Union is in rapid progress Of disintegration."
In the opinion Of the Statesman, "the only
hope Of the Union rests in the speedy convo
cation of authorized delegates from the fifteen
slaveholding States in joint conference" and
"without its agency, the fate of the Union is as
inevitably sealed in dissolution, as that the 4th
Of March rolls round" "' -
LETTER FROM Gov HAMMoND---soUTH CAROLINA
..,, WILL CERTAINLY sECEDE. .n.r
Radcliffe, Nor. H. Gentlemen: have
just received your dispatch. 1t is impossible
ior me to comply with your fattering request.
South Carolina will certainly secede from the
Union on the 18th or 18th Of December next.
She intends to try it fully at all costs. No
more compromise of any sort. She will take
no guarantees, but will go out high and dry
forever. If Georgia will back her, there will
be little or no trouble. only wish she had
called her Convention for the day before, and
gone out first. We don't want to lead We
will gladly give Georgia the lead and all the
honors. Let her put forth her hand and grasp
them. She is, and must be, the Empire State
of the South, and South Carolina will have,
perhaps, hard time without her sustaining
arm. Your obedient servant,
,t. a. d. .0'. J. H. HAMMOND.
Committee of Mass Meeting, Columbus.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03

Thomas Dinsmore, one the Old Defenders
Of Baltimore in 1914, was buried in that city
on Saturday. The deceased was in the eighty.
third year Of his age, native Of Ireland, but
resident Of Baltimore since his nineteenth
wear ........ ..... .....
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
THE DEBATES OF CONGRESS.

THE Daily GLOBE, containing the proceedings
l. Of the next session Of Congress in newspa-
per form, and the Congregational Globe and Ap-
pendir, containing them in book form, revised
by the speakers, will be printed by me during
the session TO commence on the third of next
December. o., ...
For one copy of the Daily Globe until the first
day Of next April, So; for one copy of the Con-
gressionai Globe and Appendiz during the ses-
sion, SO. .nu-r .'.. =. .....
The Congregational Globe and APpedir go free
through the mails. : .. -... -
No attention will be paid to any order, unless
the money accompany it. ...r. .
t.-1,... ..... JOHN G. RIvES.
Washington City, Oct. l8, 1860. .. 49,, .
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
A. HUBNER'S
ESTABLISHMEs

No. 500 Eleventh street, betDten Psnnsyluania ave
nue. and e street.
A LII kinds of Ladies' Garments, Dresses,
II Cloaks, Mantelets Sack Zouave Jackets,
&c, &C. cut and made to order, by every fash
ion plate in the latest Paris and London styles,
at the shortest notice. dec 3-3m
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.
LATEST FROM THE SOUTH


THANKSGIVING AND SECESSION SERMONS IN NEW
I ORLEANS. ~ Ri
Nep Orseaas, Dec. 1 Thanksgiving day
was devoutly observed IN this CITY. An i'm.
mense concourse assembled to hear DR.. Pal.
mer, of the Presbyterian church, deliver his
eloquent and thrilling discourse in favor OF
secession, which deeply moved the people.
DR.. Leacock, Of Christ's church, episcopal J
pictured the unchristian aggressions of the
North, and spoke of the hand of God moving
to protect his ordained institutions. Intense
emotion prevailed. IrIIArIlT ViT
Abolitionists are daily arrested, There is
immense excitement, and the secession feeling
rmomently increasing. -Disunion is inevitable.
SECESSION MEETING Ar MEMPHIS.
Asmphis, Dec. LA large and excited mass
meeting was held here last night, when, reso,
lutions were passed to accept the present as
an irrepressible conflict, calling on the Govern.
or 10 convene the Legislature, and advocating
State Convention, and assuring the Southern
States that Tennessee will stand by the action
of Southern Convention for veal or woe. l-
BANK SUSPENSIONS. ''" l''.''
Augusta. Dec. lit is understood in bank
circles that all the banks of this city will sus-
pent specie payments on Monday. - ai rrsa
o Sapannah, Ca, Dec. IL Judge Eugenius
Nisbit, formerly q strong conservative, is now
an advocate of immediate secession. ,..
All the banks in this city suspended to-day.
GEORGIA BANK BILL. ,.'. .r.
Mlicdgerille, Dec. 1.-The bank bill passed
by the Legislature authorizes the suspension of
specie payments by the banks, and suspends
the legal processes on all debts till December,
1861. " OH"
FLORIDA STATE CONVENTION CALLED. ,0
tallahassee, Fla, Dec. 1.-The Legislature
of this State has unanimously passed the bill
calling State Convention to meet on the Sd
Of January.
GOVERNOR LETCHER UNWILLING TO APPOINT A
..,.-. FAST DAY. '.....,
Richmond, Dec. 2.-Governor Letcher, it is
understood, will decline complying with the
request of the clergy Of this city that he would
appoint day for fasting and prayer. t.
STEAM COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CHARLESTON
AND HAVANA.
Charleston, Dec. 2.-The steamer Keystone
State supplies the place Of the steamer Isabel,
and left on Saturday for Havana.
WILL NOT BE HERE.
Washington, Dec. 2.-Ex.Senstor Hammond
has written that he shall not be here, adding
that he has resigned, and the resignation has
been accepted by the Legislature.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
THE UNION WILL STAND, NO MATTER
% WHO'S PRESIDENT ,-H .r.'r'

IN" ONfON Will pIhNDi NJ MAI IER
i.' WHO'S PRESIDENT '-H a-'.rt
CONSEQUENTLY, shall remain in WASH
~ ington, and continue to pursue my oceu-
patton Of HOUSE, SIGN, and ORNAMENTAL
PAINTING. Gliding in all its branches. Old
Glazing promptly attended to. Painting and
Ornamenting Cottage Furniture in the best
style. l also call attention to the Painting of
Roofs and Brick Walls. ... .... 81,
All of the above will do as cheap as tho
cheapest. therefore solicit the patronage of
my friends and fellow citizens of the District.
Punctuality strictly observed, and work done in
the best manner. rr
You will please mind your stops, and stop at
M. 7. PARKERS Painting Establishment, No. SO
SO !! So Louisiana avenue, north side, be-
tween Sixth and Seventh streets.
P.S. Signs put up free Of charge, as usual.
nov 26
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
BOOT AND SHOE STORE,

No. l0S Bridge street, Georgeto,on, d. @.
TNHE subscriber has constantly on hand
l. a large supply ofBOOTS and SHOES, which
will be sold cheap Persons would do we'll to
give him a call before purchasing elsewhere.
nov 26 GEORGE GRAY.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03

r'' The Washington correspondent of the Trib.
uns, stating that the South Carolina Senators
would not take their seats in Congress, as their
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
LADD, WEBSTER, & Co.'s

LADD, WEBSTER, 4 Co.'s
SEWING MACHINES
Are preferred above all others.
LADD, WEBSTER, & Co.'s
SEWING MACHINES
Are preferred above all others.
LADD, WEBSTER, l. Co.'s
SEWING MACHINES
Are preferred above all others.
SoS For reasons why, see advertisement in
another column. %9SU
AT JANNEY'S, 34s Pennsy yvania avenue.
Young Ladies in attendance.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
SENATOR MAsoN's VIEWS,

The Hon. J. M. Mason, of Virginia. has pub,
lished letter, from which the following ia an
extract: .,r
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
G. L. SHERIFF.
]. B. DAWSON.

u. l.. SHERIFF. ]. B. DAWSON
SHERIFF 4 DAWSON, Z
Dealers In Coal, Wood, Lime, and Sand.
)fflCE south side of Pennsylvania avenue,
~, ~ between Third and Four -a-half streets.
wharf and Mill, Four-and-a-half street and
Canal.
every variety of Coal, Wood, Lime, and Sand,
OF the best qualities, including Stove and Kin
ding Wood, constantly on hand. nov 2e
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
BOOKBiNDING.

BOOKBiNDING. ~. .'"''. r.
GEORGE P. GOFF, .,,..,.., ..... .'... =.
" Bookbinder,
Corner Indiana avenue and Second street,
nov 26 Washington, D. @.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
THE CANADA FUGITIVE SLAVE MURDER CASE.

ATTEMPTED RESURRECTION IN KENTUCKY-FIF-
TEEN NEGROES AND ONE WHITE MAN HUNG.
Lebanon, Ky, Dec. l.-Intelligence from
Columbia, in this State, states that fifteen ne.
groes and one white man, their leader, have
been hung by the citizens of Burksville, for an
attempted insurrection. No further particulars.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
DEPARTURE OF THE CITY OF BALTIMORE.

DEPARTUKE OF THE CITY OF BALTIMORE.
NeW York, Dec. 1.-The steamer City OF
Baltimore sailed to day, with 200 passengers
and $4,000 in specie.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
FLORIDA STATE CONVENTION CALLED.

tallahassee, Fla., Dec. 1.-The Legislator,
of this State has unanimously passed the bill
calling State Convention to meet on the 81
Of January.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
SECESSION MEETING Ar MEMPHIS.
BANK susPEysIoNs.
GEORGIA BANK BILL,

Miliedgeuille, Dec. 1.-The bank bill passet
by the Legislature authorizes the suspension o
specie payments by the banks, and suspendi
the legal processes on all debts till December
1861. ono
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
WILL NOT BE HERE,

Washington, Dec. 2.-Ex.Senator Hammond
has written that he shall not be here, adding
that he has resigned, and the resignation has
been accepted by the Legislature.
The national Republican., 1860-12-03
GOVERNOR LETCHER UNWILLING TO APPOINT A

Richmond, Dec. 2.-Governor Letcher, it is
understood, will decline complying with the
request of the clergy Of this city that he would
appoint day for fasting and prayer. t'
The national Republican., 1860-12-03

STEAM COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CHARLESTON
AND HAVANA.
Charleston, Dec. 2.-The steamer Keystone
State supplies the place Of the steamer Isabel,
and left on Saturday for Havana. +