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The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
THE DISTRICT FAIR.

| We have been requested by the Executive
Committee, to say tha, by waysof increasing all
Interest in fine Toams, they will give for The best
i,Tsam of FIVE well broke MuIesS Silver Cup
| $1,000. The Mules to be driven around the
track on Thursday after the trotting match
Aud for the purpose OF encouraging fine Saddle
Horses, there will be given for the fastest PAGER
Silver Cup, Sl5O This premium is open to
the world The premium for the best Team o
Mules open 10 the State No premium awarded
| unless competition.
We are requested to say TO tho Ladies that
the Executive Committee have made ample ar
rangements. by which every article, from the
finest Needle Work to the Wine Closet and
Dairy, shall be taken care of and returned to
them in good order. No one will be allowed to
handle. touch. or taste anything exhibition.
except the judges; aud for the purpose Of EN-
forcing this rule. there will he stationed in the
Ladies Hall men charged will, the especial duty
OF taking the utmost care of everything com.
mitted TO their care. So hands Off young 'uns, or
you will havc TO play knucks with some one Il
stick We then say to the LudIes, Que and all,
come up with your pretty things. your nice
daughters along. There Cannot be any Fair
without y.u. Let the men see that the drought
don't effect your enterprise in such cause
Let every one bring something, no matter wheh-
er II will take premium or nor-bring it alorg.
Who knows but that il will take a premium Z
Let all do their hest, and my word for it, we will
have grand exhibition next Fair.
The Executive Committee are busily engaged
IN making ample preparation for u large exhiLi
tinn of stocks oflIorses. Cattle. Sheep aud Swine
they ask to be sustained in their efforts by
the Farmers, Mechanics and Trndesrnen. Let
no Farmer or Mechanic say that he has nothing
worthy of rXli bition. or ~ know that my n-i.h.
bor has Leier-I cannot take the premium" &C.
Suppose every man talks thus, what would be.
come Of the Furi All our efforts and laburs
would be in vain. So away with such EXCUSES
bring along the best you have, for your part of
the contribution. Do your duty in this great
cause, and all will be well.
We would say 10 those who are going to ex.
hibit at the Fair, to call OH the Secretary at as
early date as possible, and have their articles
entered, aud get cards for the same. This will
prevent confusion on the day of til. Fair.
Life members call and get your certificates
and cards for admttance. Court week will be
q good time TO attend to these matters.
w. c. DAVIS, Sec'y.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
PROF. scHM1rrs cosornri

Avery superior Concert was. given ID ths
Court House, according to pfSSUas aanopnss.
arnent on Friday evening last. by Profs seunrrss
and AIcnEL, assisted by Messrs Cofkrn, wiLpss
MAN and BsRsEItE. There va, a large attend
.nnce, and the audience testified their spprscia
: ton Of the very excellent performances, by re
pssssd applause: Prof. sounrr has just CON
oiudsd very suceessful scourss Of Music Les
sons. and bis pupils. express themselves highly
pleased with their progress. Tho Profsssol
expects to return shortly; md comfhspes !
new cours6. @-4@oi-s 81 ni~ 81 y,iISa543
Prof. AlHEI isfS The cokesbusy; Female Col
aege, aSa pispht has few equals.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
WAsmscroS -Septcn,ber q 1opM


Hon. WM L. YAHcEY AT WnsLington.-IIon.
WIN. L. Iancey arrived hers to day. An i'm
mense and enthusiastic crowd headed by the
''Mariue Band" serenadcd him this evening"
In response to frequent calls, Mr.. Yancey ap-
Peared and made handsome reply. He spoke
most eloquently, and advocated disunion in
the event OF Lincoln's election. He said the
Union was iii the hands Of the Northern anti
Lincolnites. who could prevent dsunion by a
fusion TO r Linco!n's defeat. Mr.. Yancey coll
cluded hy saying that if the Northern sectional
majority disregarded the checks and Limitations
OF the Constitution. Southern freemen would
plant The banner of equality upon the noun
tains OF Georgia, and entrencll themselves in
Southern Confederaoy but he hored that
timely fusion woald avert such dire evils
Mercury.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
FUSION In NEW YORK.

iswhi bs seen by telegraphic news annexed,
saNtsA fMses.of tbe opposition to Lincoln has
8ss.ed. .G.
49, &esEs Sept PA union tlcke. is un-
TsesSg nTsessgy 20 nave been finally agreed upon.-
pssofsSa9ge p g is 70 have elk districts, and Henry
sSs s.s, Dre.es.nr;dge is to be an Eleotor for
This arran cement. it. .is thought Win 4snmh;n :.
nil the conservative influence aeaint. I;ncnin
and save the State to the Democracy. -
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
DECEASEn

We regret to announce the death Of DR..
). L. BELL, promising ply slcian of our
District. which took rluce on Sunday last after
short illness from Typhoid Fever. The de,
ceased had been practising his profession for a
number of years at Lowndesville. and was uni
versally esteemed and respected; and his loss is
hourned by large circle of friends.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
AGRICULTURAL soIREE.

we learn that grand Agricultural Ball
Will be given at the Marshall House on Thurs.
DAY evening of the Fair week. It will be un-
der the charge of those who will snare no mains
" glve interest and attraction to the occasion,
and the Proprietors Of the Marshall House are
MAKING every arrangement for q brilliant
demonstration. We tlust that there will be
grand rally of our young friends on the &C.
casion. Invitation cards will be sent ont in
due time.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
HHMENI

MARRlED. In Greenwood. s. c.. ON Wed.
nes,!ay morning. the ,7tl inst, by the Rev. J.
Donnely, Rev. JOHN II. RILEY, of Laurens.
vile: s. G., TO Miss ANNA A.. daughter of the
officiating clergyman.
MARRIED, In Paris. Tenn on the 81 inst.
at the residence of Mr p. pioner, hy Rev.
Lewis ii. Davis, Mr. JOHN N. PULLIAM.
OF this county. and Miss JANE I. C. DAVIS,
OF Mississippi. and daughter of the late DR.. r.
;: Davis. Of Lagrange, formerly of Abb.ville
Village, s. e.
MARRIED, On the Goth September, 1860,
Rev. r. b. llarben, Dir. WILLIAM A. NOTES.
formerly OF Abbeville, South Carolina, and
Miss p. B. ADAMS, of Ebert Co., ca
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WOOI, GATuEPINc

The Columbia Carolinian says that the low
rate at which wool ia worked into cloth for the
farmers. by JAMES G. GIsBEs 4 Co., at the
Columbia Mills, (Saluda Raclory,) is bringing in
large quantities of the raw material from all
quarters. Yesterday. tho firm received notice
Of a lot from Tppah County, Mississippi. En-.
courage Your own manufactures.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
THE ANDERSON eAzrrTp

The last number Of tlle Anderson Gazene
comes to US enlarged. with a new heading and
new suit Of type, and otherwise much impro.
we'd. Mr. JoHS PETER BRowx, who has for
some time edited the Gazette with credit TO him
sell, has purchased an interest in the Office
mr.. II. MANLY DARLINGTON. has also been as.
soclated as Publisher of that paper. Success
to you, gentlemen.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28

GUBERNAToRIAL-A writer in Union Pres.
of Unionville, nominates Hon. w. Porcher
Miles, for Governor. The Pres.'in calling at
tsntion to the nomination. says that it meets
with ills hearty endorsement. and that Mr.
Miles would, in the contingency of Lincoln y
election, be- the right man in the right place
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
PARTRIDGEs.

The Edge6eid Advertiser, referring to a
paragraph from Porter's Spirit adds:
We can attest the same abundance in the
partridge crop for this portion of South Caro-
Hnd: Several On thusiastic hunsmen have told
US that the prospect is unusually fine. 1t is
to he hoped that the advice Of the Spirit will
be needed. and that this only remaining Fl eld
OF sport Of the older States will not be ruth
lessly> curtailed by traps and nets.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
DISASTERS.

The equinoctial storm has damaged large
amount of property, in Mobile and along the
Southern coast The loss is estimated by some
OF the Mobile papers at $780, 900.
very disastrous fire occurred at Fort Smith
Arkansas, on Thursday last which resulted in
the destruction Of property to the amount of
100000.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
AUGUSTA HOTEL

Those of our frivhds visiting Augusta, will
find this Hotel an excellent stoppinr.pIace.
where they will iud an abundance of the
good things Of the land. Mr.. WnEELocK, the
gentlemanly proprietor of the Hotel will be
found always ready to minister to the wants OF
his guests
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
DR.. McAULAY.

While on the cars a few days since, We had
the pleasure of forming the acquaintance Of
Df. McAutAY, of the Clarendon Banner He
was just returning from the mountains, and
seemed in fine flow of spirits We are glad
to learn that the Eaaner is in prosperous con-
dition.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
OCR RELATION WITH MExIco.-A. sneeial doc

OCR hELATIoN WITH MENICo-A special des-
patch to the New Times says:
The Government, it was understood, has
given it's assent and cooperation 10 the inten
ded mediation Of Epgihnd, Prussia, France and
Spain, in thSsAfairs Of Mexico, and Mr. Nc
Lean has feeeiged instructions to that effect.
However tins Intelligence may be contradicted
ticular.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
MESsRS. CARMICHAEL G. BEAN, OF Au
GHSTA CA

We would commend these gentlemen to our
farmers liberal and honorable merchants
They keep constantly on hand large supply
OF Plows, Gin Bands, Threshers and Fans. TO-
gether with everything in their line of business
Call and see them before purchasing else
where. 49,
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
RELIGIOUS,

We are requested to give notice that the
Installation of DR.. TURNER, as Pastor of tho
Upper Long Cane Congregation. will take place
nt Upper Long Cane Church on the 1st Sab
bath in October next
The Rev. A. A. MonsE to preach the sermon ;
Rev JSo. 0. LINDSAY his alternate
The Rev. DR.. Brisr to preside, and deliver
the charge to the people Rev. JouS McLrxsE
his alternate.
The Rev. DR.. McBnrrE to deliver the charsc
to the Pastor; Rev. J. {. WILLIAMS his alter.
natc.
Divine service will he held in the Prcsbyte-
RAN thurv., Saturday night previous.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
JULIUS DARROW-

This gentleman has large Sudde and Har
ness Manufactory. in Augusta, Ga. Iii.
Wholesale aud Retail Store is under the Au
gusta Hotel. His goods arc very cheap.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
FROM W. A. HARP, ESQ. EDITOR OF TIE
"C0vINGTON GA. TIMES"

Messrs 3. W. Fowle d. Co.,
Gentlemen Having derived benefit from
the use Of tue Orygtnoted Bitters, am glad to
do the public favor by recommending them.
For Dyspepsia and it's attendant evils, consid-
er it remedy of ,nestimabIs value.
HON. WILLIAM W. LAMB,
Formerly Mayor of Norfolk. Va.,. has just rem
dered The following testimony of the. results
produced by the use Of the 0sg9enated Basers :
Meisrs. SETH W-FowLE d CO.. ," q gins.
Gentlemen :-C,ne of my servants suffered
for several years with prolapsvs mtcri, aud was
so. much Frustrated by the disease as to Be con.
fined TO her ted. expecting to die. She then
took the O1yge'lated Biiters and recovered her
bealih. VIM. w. LAMB.
For ssis'byi D. MCLAUGHLIN, Abbrvlle.- At
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28

CAPTURE OF WALKER By THE Bp1rIsu AM IJ,s
SURRENDER TIE HoSuRAN Aurnor,1lrs-Svm.
rnthy, &c.
My last would ] ave shown you that the end
of Walkerism in Central America wn. drawing
to close, ns far MS he was personally concern.
Ell. After being ordered off by the commander
OF the British gunboat Icaru,. he was pursued
to his retreat on Negro river By the royal stea.
mer, carrying detnchments Of the troops of
Alvarez and towing n small schooner, having
also troops on board. Walker and Rutter.
with seventy MN. worn out and exhausted
with wounds and sickness, were brought here
this MOI ming by the Iraus and delivered at the
castle. with the understanding had with the
commander of the Icarus that the seventy men
should be allowed to return to the United States
after taking an oath to return no more to Cen.
trrl America with arms in their hands, and on
condition that the con nsular agent of the United
States should provide transportation for them,
and Walker and his second in command to be
dealt with AS the authorities might deem prop
er. Their fate. have no doubt. is determined
in advance: indeed, it is currently spoken of
ns fixed fact, although the shooting is vet to
be done. Such is the fate of the Inst of the
hlbustrrs. so far rs we are concerned, and Wal
ker, who h as been terror to the wicked goy
ernment of Honduras, will be shot, if not to-
morrow morning. in very few hours, having
with him him the secret sympathy of the peo-
pie OF this country, who are overrddcu by a
brutal tyran ny under the name of liberty.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28

I We are rejoiced 70. find that the renowned
Chemist Of Ns~ England. Doct. Aver, has at
length. turned bis attention to the disorder
which haas like blight on our community.
Our section 10 as healthy, as any other, with
ops: slasls sxception. and that's she Fever aud
sAsae. whish shsants usSp every side. But his
remedy docs cure. as we should know, it must,
If he mads it. Cast out this baleful distemper
from among us, aud ours Is one OF ibe loveliest
spois in the west. Sestina. Fai.ssid Io,ea.
/ Price dry cent? and one dollar . bottle.
|,Holj, everywhere, .aad st all the ,dTugstorea
In Abbesiile. W. e. HAGAN AsCO., Proprie.
ors, Troy. MI. rrse ystsx % At
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increase on crOD 1850 R1Q y

Increase on crop 1867; l,725,612
The stock on hand, September /, 1859 was
l4960s bales, which added to the crop. mode
supply OF 4,sl9.955 bales. OF this 3,77s,-
22s bales were exported to foreign ports. The
Northsrn manufactures took of last years crop
791 1866 bales
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
MILEVV RIGHTS,
BELLS

We cast b. lis Of all sizes, for Churches or
Fire Alarm, on the most reasonable terms. and
IT they do not give general satisfaction, the
party can return them at our expense We
were awarded Premiums last year at the State
Fair held in Columbia, and at the Charleston
Institute Fair for our Bells
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
THE PACIFIC TELEaRApE.

AdvIces from Washington indicate that there
may be some hope Of The construction o: the
telegraph lineto the Pacific, iu accordance with
the provisions of the last session of Congress.
mat act grants the right Of way over the pub.
l,c domain to any company. that will guarantees
inc opening Of the line within two years. and
also the use aud occupancy for stations Of one
quarter section of land for every fifteen mile.
OF me route. Upon the completion of the line
'he Secretary Of the Tressury, j. authorized b
contract With The eoinpsgy for overnrnen,
business, on certain conditions, at ei.s maxi
mum, rate of forty Thousand doiiafs Srer an
| mum. - 1000 ~; s3d 10 ;24,l.f. ~
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28

ortss-yHsva YOU sssn that ttg Indian IN
sspetbsr sSiasl M sssts Bss,ts shs J.avei
ESsr tAs Chevskss ,Rsnisdy3,s Jfls ~ 80, u
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
GREAT UNION MEETING IN Nrw vop

GREAT UNION MEETING IN NEW YORK.
large meeting took place in New York on
the evening Of the nth. Among the list of
Vice.Presidents we notice the name of Hon.
Joseph L. umphrey, Of South Carolina. The
Herald snys:
''fhe grand Union demonstration at the
Cooper Institute. last evening. was an over
flowing and enthusiastic affair. Such united
and popular movement has. perhaps, never
taken place in this city. The utmost harmony
pervaded the proceedings. and the proposition
to oarpoint committee to nominate one straight
out Union ticket for the defeat of the Black
Republicans was received with such applause
and henriiness Of enthusiasm as are seldom
witnessed. The meeting was addressed by
gentlemen from different States of the Union.
and the proceedings were, on the whole, very
interesting. grand torchlight procession of
the Union leagues and minute men took place
in connection with the demonstration, and at
late hour the immense gathering. inside and
outside of the institute, broke up with loud
cheers for the Constitu, ion and one straight.
out Union ticket"
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28
LAST YEARS COTTON CROP.

We make the following summery o the cot-
ton crop for the year ending August 81, 1860,
from tile Annual Statement of the Charleston
Courier:
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Saw Mills.

We manufacture circular Saw Mills of three
sizes; Also, Winters Patent Mulay Saws, for
which we have the right of the State of South
Carolina, aud We also make Saw Mill Irons Of
all sizes. Our Saw Mill Irons also took the
Premium ut the late Fair held in Columbia.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1860-09-28

THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA,
Abbeuills District.- Citation.
By WILLIAM HILL, Esq, Ordinary Of Abbe,
? yille District. .rta s..
WHEREAS, w. b. Bowie has applied; to me
w Afor Letters Of Admiustrstion. Of all and
singular Efhes:geods and. ohaitels rights and
credits Of William Hunter, late Of the distriot
aforesaid decreased e. Sk. ~ ~
These are therefore 70 cise and admonish all
aud sipgular. the kindred and creditors of tho
said decsassd 10 be and ppear before me, at our
next Ordinary's Court for the said District, to
tbe holden at Abbeville Court Hcuse. on tho
9th day Of 0ctober next. TO Show capse ;iisany
Why the said admiRis,ration should dot be
granted. : .setesn: 81 h;6,3
Giyan pndsr my shand aud seal. t6b the 10Th
'dAyof Ssptsrpbe ,eae thcssard siEht huadred
and sixty, and in the sssh yoar OF AMERICAN
~ ,'gs WILLIAM HILL, o. Ap.
0sdipssy,goeass tetr ~ .
r. espA Se6o{ s:sst'a@9 2sf@S 81 q
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Single and Barrel Staye Machine.

Smngle and Barrel Stave Machine.
We are agents for Samuel NJ. Kings Patent
Shngle and Stave Machine. It will cut 1000
Shingles or Barrel Slaves per day
We pre also agents for Ju,1son's Putent Gov
erner-Valves and Fuel Econnmiser. Also.
Agents for Lowher's Cntton Seed Huler.
IN addition to the above, we manufacture
Patent Reaction Water Wheels; Paten. Saw
Mill Dogs of "A superior Pattern aud very
cheap. In short, anything in and about Mill
Of any kird.
CH- list Of prices will be sent to any one
wishing it. Also. oil questions answered, and
communications promptly attended to.
JOHN ALEXANDER.
ROBT McDOUGALL
September %, 1860, 22-l2m
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Grist Mills and Grist Mill Irons.
We manufacture Portable Mills of all sizes
and OF superior pattern. Also Grist Mill Irons
OF NIL sIzes. Our Grst Mill Irons also tock the
Premium at the late Fair IN Columbia
The weekly pioneer and Democrat. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1855-1865, 1860-08-31

is great variety of opinions, and what is pop.
ular In New Jersey might be unpopular in other
States. know candidate is expected to put
q paddock to his lips and play the dummy, lest
something might pass his lips which would
harm him. hold no opinions that l am not
ready to avow in any place where the American
flag waves. lCheers.] l don't desire any mans
vote who is not willing to drop the slavery
question, and let the people regulate their own
local affairs. [Applause.l III form no fusion
or coalition with any body of men whose opin-
ions on the leading issue are in contravention
of my own. [Cheers.] I am willing to unite
with all who will oppose and fight any man
who fights against the peace and harmony of
the county. [Cheers.] You may think this is
plain'talk. There is no reason why should not
talk plainly. To have the presidency is to me
matter Of very little importance. confess
to you that my ambition, my chief desire would
be to resume my seat in the Senate. If any
one of you thinks he is doing me favor by
voting for me, think am doing him quite as
great a favor by accepting it. don't want
the office, unless for your good, for mine, for
our children and posterity. I have children that
I'trust will grow up, and love them as you do
yours, and yet don't desire them to see the
last days of the Union. But I II not detain you
any longer. ["Go on.] No, have done about
as much talking in the last week as is consist
ent with my inclination or my strength.
The weekly pioneer and Democrat. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1855-1865, 1860-08-31
Breckenridge to Take the Stump.

From correspondence between Mr..
Breckenridge and some of his friends, which
we find published in the Lexington States
man, the candidate of the Boilers for the
Presidency will address all who favor him
with an audience, on the 5th of September,
at White Sulphur, Scott County, Kentuc-
ky. In reply to the invitation to speak,
Mr.. Breckenridge says:
1t may be we'll to group together and refute,
in public and authentic manner, accusations
remarkable for their number, their injustice,
and the persistency with which they have been
urged against me. I feel that it would be un.
just to my principles, my friends and myself,
to remain longer in silence beneath this torrent
of defamation, and hope to repel every charge
which has been made to the satisfaction of all
candid and honorable men.
The weekly pioneer and Democrat. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1855-1865, 1860-08-31
The DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR Gov

The DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR Gov
ERNoR OF New YoRK.-The New York
Tribune says:
People don't seem to know who William
Kelly Is. More than half century ago,
his father, Robert Kelly, a penniless Irish,
man, landed on our shores. At first be got
a porter's situation, and afterward got into
the dry goods business, and finally estab.
lished the house Of Kelly, Morrison & Claw
son, in this city, and died wealthy many
years since. At the time of bis death he
resided in Cliff street near John street. His
sons, John and William, succeeded the old
firm in business, and his son Robert, subse-
quently became one of the firm of j. and w.
Kelly & Co. The brothers became very
wealthy, and retired from active business,
establishing limited partnerships. John
died some years since. William bought a
splendid farm. Robert was literally edu-
Gated, and graduated with the highest hon.
ors OF Columbia College. He took deep
interest in literary and charitable institu.
tions, and died year or two since in this
city.
The weekly pioneer and Democrat. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1855-1865, 1860-08-31

GREAT CoNTEsT-THE UNION IN DAN
GER.-We learn that there is bitter con-
test going on in the Republican mutual
admiration society" about Gov. Seward
who shall 20 down to La Crosse to meet
him-what boat be shall come on-free
passes for how many-who shall take charge
of him on the way--who shall be introduced
to him-who give the introductions-
whether be shallstop at the Merchants with
the Judge, or go to the Governors
shall sleep with him-what kind of diet to
feed him on--whether the Pennsylvania
traitors shall look at him, without the
payment of q fee, &C., &c. If these i'm
portant questions are not soon settled, the
perpetuity of the Union will be endangered.
To avert such dire calamity, we shall have
to publish a citizens programme of the
whole affair in few days, that the Great
Commoner," may know into whose hands
he is likely to fall on his first visit to St.
Paul,