Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1860-11-29
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THE PULPIT ON THE QUESTION AT IssUE.-In New
ork On Sunday last Rev. Mr.. Sloane preached most
violent sermon against the South and the institution of
slavery In which he declared that the hand of God was
IN the present dsunion movement and urged the North
to come out boldly and show its hand The church was
densey crowded. and the Garrisonan sentiments of the
preacher seemed to find favor with the audience.
Per contra, the Baptist Convention of the State of
Alabama, on the l2tb in the most impressive manner
adopted document presented by Rev. B. Manly, D. d.
and seconded by Rev. W. V. Chiffon, which makes the
following solemn declarations:
" From the administration of the Federal Govern
ment as things are-especaly with reference to pc
cuar property recognized by the Constitution-we
no longer hope for justice, protection or safety We
have supposed ourselves entitled to equality of rights as
citizens OF this Republic. We not willing to surren-
der themeven at the risk of life and all we hold most
dear.
While, as yet no particular mode of relief is before
US on which to express opinion, constrained,
before separating to several homes to declare to ou
brethren and elowcitzens before mankind and before
God that we hold ourselves subject to the call of
proper authority in defence CT the sovereignty and inde
pendence of the State of Alabama and of her right as
sovereignty, to withdraw from this Union, and to
make any arrangement which her people, in constitution
al assemblies may deem best for securing their rights
And in this declaration heartily debcrotely unan,
mOusty and S0tenlnLy UNITE
The Southern Baptist SAYS
"After the paper was read, few remarks were made
and prayer was offered, all from their knees and
voted unanimously members of the convention, the
gregation, women as well as men,"
Washington Constitution.
THE SAVANNA Soils OF New HANOVER COUNTY
No one has passed over the Wilmington Railroad with
out observing the beautiful level tract of country about
twenty miles north from Wilmington. No one has
thoroughly tested this variety of soil for cotton
by cultivation. The owner of this tract left with me
this summer large quantity for analysis examina-
tion In color it nearly black showing that it con-
matter. Its popularity consists, in great measure in
the frmness of the soil and hence arises compact
state well calculated to retain water property which
is also aided by the presence of organic matter This
tract seems to be undelaid bya stiff yelowsh clay
These facts explain why this Savanna remains cold and
unproductve of the better kinds of vegetation The
remedy is plain deep draining WILL no doubt convert
the tract into good tilable land.
l found it composed of very fine sand, 1925
Alumma with proxide of iron, 2.3O
Organic matter $50
Lime 10
Nagnesia trace.
Water, 1900
9845
The essential elements of fertility do not appear to
be wanting, and there not that of sand which
is frequently found prominent characteristic in the
soils of the eastern counties In taking this in hand it
should not be forgotten that in order lay the tract
dry wide deep ditch will be required. 1t will not be
eHE u y oo IuO pouy vi IhO 6OiA
is highly charged with water through the summer,
though it may not stand upon the surface. The
Donate of lime estimated and it is probable that
this body oland will require the addition of lime in
few years. f. EMMONS.
| Raleigh, Nov. IA. 1860. State GeolOgist
P. S.-The Savanna land of Craven county, of
which have given analysis in my report upon the
Swamp lands, contained 60 per cent of carb of lime.
But this soil corresponds to the stiff clay beneath,
which is no doubt richer in lime than the surface SOIL
which was analysed in the New Hanover specimen. If
the clay beneath be reached by the subso pow it
is highly probable that the upper surface soil will be
greatly improved.
MORE VOLUNTEERS. 1t is very gratifying to learn
that in the secession movement, naugurated by South
Carolina, we have the solid sympathy of the Southern
States From all quarters, the Governor is receiving