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Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

DouGLAs MEETINe.-A large meeting Of the
friends Of Judge Douglas convened at the City
Hall, in Wilmington, Thursday evening last
The Harmony Brass Band was employed for
the occasion, and marched through the princi-
pal streets in the early part of the evening,
playing some lively airs. which caused many
persons to be present. AT about o'clock the
meeting was organized by appointing the fol-
lowing oficers President, Abraham Boys
Vice President, lst Ward, George Hsgany
Cd, William G. Lowe; Sd, John Logan; 4th,
DR.. John Simms; 9Th, Hugh NJ. Haughey.-
Secretaries, lst Ward, E. ]. McManus; I'd,
George Nebeker; Sd, III. F. Finnegen 4th,
Isaac J. Nicholson; 9th, John f. Miller. Com
mitlee on resolutions, lst Ward, James Mont.
gomery; I'd, Christian Clayey Sd, Phileman.
ma Chandler; 4th, George Buzine; 9th, Alex.
White.
Strong Douglas speeches were made by
Messrs. Holland and Nebinger, of Phila.
When Mr.. Nebinger took his seat Jas. Mont
gomery came forward and reae the resolutions
from printed slip, which, we believe, wer'
unanimously adopted. After which he pro
duced package containing large number
which he distributed TO the audience.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

THE CHICAGO CoNvENrIoE.-The Chicago
Convention of the Republican Party, is now in
session. Delegates from twenty-five States are
in attendance. Much interest is feltin regard to
the candidates, and at the present time it is al
together prOblematleul who they will be. Mr..
Seward, il is thought, will not receive the con-
servative votes of the Middle States, and can
not, therefore be nominated. His friends, al
present, can count fer him but s5 out Of the
1s6 votes. Br. Bates seems to be the next
most prominent; after him come Mclean, Chase
Cameron, Banks and Wade. This week viii
determine.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

DEATH OF PETER PARLEy.--S. g. Goodrich,
the venerable " Peter Farley" died in New
York on Thursday. No American writer has
been so youminously useful. In the Juvenile
department of literature he stood in the front
rank, and maintained no insignificant place as
poet and philosopher. His latest work, we be-
lieve, was a volume of q Recollectiona of Trav-
ell" written with vigor of style unimpaired
by age and debility. Ills g Cabinet Library
is to be found 10 every household. The first
glimpses of history which stirred the blood ol
the child were revealed in the books of 8 Peter
Parley," and bis numberiess tales Of travel and
romance have gladdened hosts of young hearts
He has gone from hia vocation with none
worthy to walk in his sandals. and we coult
well have spared many a younger man.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

ABOUT the middle of last month there was
an ice-slorm in Kansas, sending down from the
frozen clouds, pieces Of ice weighing from ons
TO one and half pounds each. This was .
brilliant exempli6cation of the Esry theory res.
pecting The origin of hail storms. which be at
iribuled to The fall Of gyrating column o
freezing atmosphere from above.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
New Spring Goods.

The subscriber again calls the attention Of his Gus
toners and the public generally 10 his late purchase
of NEW GOODS. Of every variety, which he has just
received The Ladies' particularly invited to call
and examine his very extensive assortment of DRESS
GOODS, cOnssiing ofBiack, Fan sy, Foulard and Su-
mer Silks. Grenadines Tissues, Poll de Chevres Va
encias, 3ereges, Law ns ChallIes &C. Also, a hand
some lot of Shawls, Silk Lace Points. Sun Umbrellas
&c, &c. THOS CARROW.
N. B-The subscriber will take all kinds Of Country
Produce in exchange for Goods, and will pay cash for
all kinds of Grain, on delivery. TIC.
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Miscellaneous Advertisements.
O n c M +

A Two-Slory DWELLING and STORE HOUSE
situated an West SayrRa, formerly owned and oecu-
pied by Joha r. Williamson. Said buildin SO feet
front, running back so feet. Cellar under ali the
House. The LOT en- which il stands is 80 by l65 feet
with good Carriage House, Stable and Smoke House
erected thereon. This property is located in healthy
and thriving part Of the town. and is ofthe best
stands for the Dry Goods aud Grocery business in the
town ofSmyrna. Possession given Immediately. For
particulars inquire of
April l6, '6O Us. HUFFINGTON
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fRox cAIAroRsIA.-The steamship NORTH
STR srrived Saturday morning. bringing she
G4liforni. mails and specie-iist of April 20
Ths receipt Of treasure by this arrival il ST.
24ss3gl
The excilement in relation TO the Washoe
nisss conlinaed with unabated fervor. lsnor-
nsss prices we're daily paid for claims IN the
Soy mining districts. and the emigration from
81 Frascis<so. 10 the direction of Carson VAL
Ri had increased 50 rapidly as to resemble
= tssanped< in the days OF The Frazier River
eztitenent. Experiments were about TO be in
aastsd ia different localities, with a view to
- discovery of the best method Of working
- us. Three-fourshs OF ton were shipped
1Nsw York by this steamer, part Of which
sal 50 10 France and part to London, where
y . be 'yorked. for comparison xith th'
nsshods BON used in California. Gov. Dow
~, having vetoed the famous Bulkhead bill
retatly passed by the Legislature, had sudden
F'sen to TIE zenith of popularity, and $40.
sW dcilsrs Had been subscribed in San Fran
s.fa. 70 gisa him grand reception on his re
- . The Capital. Bills had passed the Ser
ssnsShorizihg subscriptions 70 the new raj
~ Hhemes, ID the smourIt of 100000. Bu
- q Sac francisco was quite dull, in col
sbessee Of the Washoe fever bat large sal'
aaiils from, the Atlantic States had bes
- q handsome figure.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
G ngress. 9

Congress is now pushing ahead with some
legislation, evidently preparing for an early
adjournment. The House Thursday disposed
of the tariff bill. which had been under discus
sion for some days. BIZ which duties are pro-
posed 10 be increased on various articles; and,
IA addition, a loan TO meett he immediate ne
cessisies of the treasury is authorized. The
bin is yet to be acted upon by the Senate. and
H. passage by that body is doubtful. The SEN
ate Thursday passed its own homestead bill.
gnoriog the more liberal one previously passed
bv the House. THE homestead measure is
.hsrefore, perha ps, as far from becoming law
As ever.
In the House Friday, Hon. Galusha Al. Grow,
sa.ifmsn of the committee on Territories, re-
vorsed five bills for the organization Of the Ter
rssories Of Chippewa, Arizona, Nevada, Idaho,
asd Dacotah.
All these bills, on being successfully submit-
led to the action of the House, were laid on the
table, BY vote of one hundred and one yeas,
and seventy-three nays.
Previous 10 this disposition of the bills
smeudments were proposed and accepted by
Nj. Grow, authorizing the people Of lhe or
gznizsd Territories to elect all their oficers.-
The rejection of these territorial bills is main-
lyle be attributed to the course pursuedb the
Hon. Eii Thayer. Republican, of Massachusetts,
wso was opposed TO organizing government
where there were not three hundred white
men. Mr.. Thayer asserted that all govern.
menis derive their powers from the consent Of
IA. governed. and contended that The people
have the right aad power 10 govern themselves
aad should therefore not be interfered witi b.
Congress or the politicians. He denounced
Congressional interference with slavery, ant
expressed his sincere desire to remove that ex
cling sbuject from the consideration Of the
House
As the Wilmot proyisc excluding SLAYER,
from the Territories was attached to thes
bilIs. we presume the House is determined no
sssppiy It's principles to uninhabited Teitrltor
iss ia advance of their settlement.
] This is the only rea easonable inference tha
csa be- drawn. The New Mexico Bill. iThic
passed on Thursday. by majority of sever
certainly asserted the right and power of Cor
/ srsss TO interfere aud prevent the existence {
s!s#ery ia inhabited territories. This appal
cal Inconsistency may be explained by auPps
ssx thar the legislation on Thursday was
sscare practical ca pital in the North, and th
action on Friday was to moIlify the South
"a NJ Thsyer, however, has been consistent
g - course. as he voted against the New Mexic
Bai. aud against The bills fer the creation
H ~ 6se new Territories.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
THE mARKETSi

In Smyrna, white wheat is selling AZ 81 So
Red, 81 30; yellow Corn II cts,--whitc, III
Rye, 70 and Oats, 40 cts. per buahel Round
potatoes, 40 cts. per bushel. Butter, ls cts
per ID. Eggs. 10 cis. per doz.
The prices in the PIiladelphia market, are
For White wheat, $I 90; Red. sl O.; Ry'
ss cts; Corn, 70; aud pats. 45 cents PER bush
Ell. Fsftt NJ
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RAILROAD NOTICE.

The Delaware Stockholders in the Maryland Del
aware X. n. Co are informed that receipts for the
first cali for their s,oe tbeng IS per share) Dc.
posted with w. M Bell. Esq, Cashier Of tbs Smyrna
Bank vino is au thorzed TO receive the money and De.
liver The receipts The irst call is dne, and
''''As''a'' f'' '''-' &c. w. POWELL.
MAY TO- ls60lm Tres'rM M a. D. X. r.. Co.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

FoR man Of IS Lord Palinerston ispretty
lively. For morning exercise, the other day,
he rode on horseback from Broadlsnds to Dane
bury. distance OF thirteen miles, saw Ma,n.
stone gallop, then caniered back 70 Broadlands
took luncheon; like Richard, called for an
other horse, and rode all over the estate. No
wonder that so strong race makes such pow
erful mill"
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
NOTICE.

Having disposed ofour the business which
we conducted for many years. to Mn. EDwIk WlL-
MER, whose advertisement appears below we respect.
fully call the attention Of old friends and patrons
10 his advertisement. and solicit for him the patron.
age 10 long extended 10 ms.
Being dessrous TO settle up all our old business. we
will here stale that respectfully solicit all who
have accounts to call arly and settle the same.
GEO. w. CUMMlNS & CO..
Smyrna, May lai, 1860
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

noeks asa ARns--A little grl of Mr. Owen
~ II New Castle county. while playing at
.ssa' The other day, was pushed by one Of her
leaiens, and had both both bones OF her
= faFe- srm broken. just below the elbow
gas taken home by enc Of the neighbofs
2 pbysician called in. who adjusted ths
ee'eve. W. ieain she is doing very well
= sais prospect Of having NO deformity Q
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

FESTIVAL OF THE Sons OF TEMPERANCE
Thursday being the first anniversary of Good
Intent Division, Ne. 3, Sons of Temperance, it
was celebrated by procession and festival
The day was dark and gloomy and looked much
like rain, yet it did not deter the " Sons from
turning out in goodIy numbers to participate
in the festivities of the occasion.
About III o'clock, the procession was formed
in Market street above Fifth. under the drec-
iion of John II. Graham, as Chief Marshall, and
marched through our principle streets, in the
following order:
Whining ton DiUision, No. /.
Good Intent Division, No. 8, preceded by
the Amphion Band. They carried very
handsome banner.
Brandyoine Division, No. 2.-This division
carried two magnificent American flags.
Washington Section, No. l.-Bearing a
neat banner, oval shaped, encircled with an ar
ti6cial wreath, in which the flowers were very
tasiefully and appropriately blended. There
we're about $50 members in the ranks. At
O'Clock sumptueus festival took place at Fer
ris & Garrett's Building.
In the evening, a Bible was presented b!
Coed Intent Division, to Washington Section
Cadets of Temperance, at the Second Bapts
i church. ..#
Thus closed the festivities of the day. 1t
a source of qualification to record this evidenc
of the increasing feeling in favor of the caus
of temperance in our midst, and it is TO b
hoped that their cause in the future may be uI
ward and onward, until the blight of intempeT
ance may be banished from our State.-Joui
nal
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
oRBAT BRITAIN.

Tom Sayers at Liverpool Tom Sayers was
received at Liverpool, on Monday, with im-
mense enthusiasm. The multitude took the
horses from the cab which he had entered, and
drew him in triumph from the railway station
to the Talbot Hotel. Several testimonials were
presented to him, including splendid cup
worth f25.
for the charter Of the steamer Great Eastern, TO
/ lay cable bstween Singapore and Rangoon'
4 The Chinese had determined TO dispute the
passage of the allies 10 Pekin. Fourteen
| miles Of Notifications and two hundred thousand
4 men had been placed under arms.
The crops in Great Britain al present are 0
a promising appearance.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

dist Church Central - occupying middle
ground between the Churches of the two Sec
tlons, and ramified lspon both sections.
A most extraordinary instance is Afforded Of
an attempt TO organize the Methodist Church
North into an Anti-Slayery Society, by the
course pursued by the Black River Conference.
This Conference has been fierce in its conten-
ton with the negro and denounces slayehold-
ing as the +" sum efall yillanies.'' Il has COM
bned its ministers and layman into an associa-
tlon for the express purpose of procuring funds
circulating documents, holding conventions,
etc., for the extirpation of slavery. Its acts
are characterized with boldness which its
opponents claim is aot emblematical of Chris
tian charity.
ills anti. slavery society, claiming 10 repre-
sent church North, in America, has sent memo
rals and appeal to Europe on the subject.
| The President is Rev. HI. M. MattisoD, and
the Corresponding Secretary is Rev. ]. G. Van
berhook, Oswego county, N. Y.
THE NAzARITE BAND.
| 1t the slavery question was not the all.absorb.
ing topic, the Conference and Church would
have devoted more time to the trouble in the
Genesee Conference, which Threatens TO cause
serious difficulty and to subvert discipline.
Some four or five years ago a society, known
as the /" Nazerite Band" sprung into existence
1t is claimed by the regular Conference mem.
bers that it originated with two or three min
listers, who were dissatisfied at not having Ger
tain positions assigned to them. These men
or some OF them, it Is also claimed, have since
become socially degraded through immoral acts
The Z" Regulars" claim that by the pauslb.
statement that they would revive the doctrines
and practices Of |" old Methodism," the leader
Influenced numbers of women, children ant
weak minded persons to join their ranks. The,
advocated energetic demonstrations of religion
in the most violent manner, and held meeting
for mutual support and encouragement.
In course oftime this society became thorough
ly organized. II is understood that there wer
three grades. The first or highest comprise
J the rulers or leaders. The second was com
posed of those who were faithful. and upo
whom reliance could be placed. These wer
the medators between the first class and th
third, which consisted of ordinary follower.
whose 6rmness in the cause is not SO well gual
anted.
That the adherents of this plan is powerful
is apparent, by the fact that recently they pre-
sented petition, signed by 500 names, pray
ing for an investigation.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

] 13xrrnoas dispasch says an immense
] 80 ID Rssi6eation meeting was held IN honu-
1sars on Tuesday night. Twenty thou
Srseas wers present, including perfect
y t4tisa- The Wards came 10 procss'
wish banners, transpsrencies. and in'
t>lis eopssantIy ringing. Also, othel
atn 1evices, such - roosserus coops. &c -
skSts sq.arx 80 literally packed will
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

The 7th annual convention of the Protestant
Episcopal church of the diocese of Delaware,
will be held in ST. AIMS church, Middletown,
on Wednesday, the 9th day of June next, at 9
o'clock, a. IN.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
For Sale.

Large six-seat FAMILY CARRIAGE and Har-
ness. IBUGGY WAGON. Pole and Shsfts. / BAY
MARE, ~ hands high. years ed--sound and gen
tie. Apply to EDWIN WILMER.
m SAT SMYRNA, Del
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

FRESH ar ival of SPRING and SUMMER
GOODS. call is solicited before purchasing
elsewhere. Large lot of CARPETS for sale,
cheap. E. BECK.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

TuE Rt. Rev. Alfred Lee, ID. d., will otlic''
ate in ST. Peters Church Sunday next. The
hour for Confirmation will be announced Sun
day morning.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

TINS Local Preachers apd Exhoriers' Asso'
ciotion of Easton District VIII DC heid 70 'hi'
town Saturday and Sonday, "a and 5a OF 'uhs
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
Light (! Light!

Pure Carbon Oil. at 81 per Gallon
Fresh Camphene and Burning Fluid al so cts.
per Gallon. For sale by Lewis a. Brother.
corner Of Main and Commerce sts.. Smyrna,
Del.
JOB PRINTING Of all kinds al this otio.,
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

A VERY EXTENSIVE STOCK ofBOoTS
and SHOES for sale by E. BECK.
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Later from Europe.

Advices from Naples say the Royal troops
had attacked the Insurgents who were en-
trenched in the town Of Calvine, on the 18th.
A desperate fight ensued, lasting for three con.
seculiye DAYS, when the government troops re.
ceived reinforcements and compelled the insur-
gents 10 retire to Partenica, leasIng $50 killed
behind them, The royal troops had 500 mer
killed The town Of Cavin was pillaged and
set on FIRE. Great misery prevails at Palermo
Since the execution OF thirteen insurgents
twenty-six Neapoltan soldiers were surprised
and hanged at Carini. Letters assert that tht
Neapoliian army amounts TO 100000 men.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

The Connecticut Legislature reelected on
Thursday. The Hon. Lafayeits Foster United
States Senator from that State for SIX years
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
FOR SALE. .

A BULK WINDOW, with Shutters, Bars,
and everything complete. Apply at shis Of.
fee. ms
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

Stone and Stacked Lime.
Apply to EDWIN WILMER.
May 10 go.
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SMYlENA9 DlkM,
THURSDAY, MAY IL, 1850.

<rge Tim ME So is published Every 1aiirsday 6y
Rosr. D. HoFFgctee. Editor aud Proprietor at The
Ttmperaaes Hall. ssyraS, Del
RvS--SusscRtrrioS-Oae years .oo ~ aaeance'
a. 40 If net paid tilI end of The year. No paper
lscaasiaxef uatI ,sll arrears are Paad-oHiy,af me
spsioa IF the Pabiishsr..
essry squsrs of l2 lines. OF less, first
sassroa so cts; each Subsequent insertion 20 els
tss<rai arrasgesei.ts mads Dith yexrly md half
vsszly aassrtssers.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

A large lot of Auction Goods
for sale by E. BECK.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
Cheap John is still attracting


large crowds Of purchasers at his favorite place
of resort, Main street, opposite Foxwell's Ho-
tel. where he is selling all the knick-knack-
cry" of housekeeping at just about halfpriee.
Fancy articles of every kind and description
can be found at his emporium, remarkably low.
1t does not matter what you may want to buy,
just go to Cheap Johns aad see if he has not
got IL fifty per cent cheaper Than any body else.
Kyou are stranger, go to Main ST., and look
down southerly, and see the crowd around the
door-where you see the most excitement. that
is the place.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
GuanO, Bones, Plaster,
d other Fertilizers. BRICK and STONE. alss
Agricultural implements

and MACHINERY. and will keep on sale The most
approved Farming Utensils and machinery. plowa,
Straw Cutters, Conshellcrs, IIorse-mIls, Reapean,
Mowers, Horsepowsrs. ThrssheIs, de-. sc. On the
articles cred Of four months will be given for APP
proved negonable paper or per cent of tor cash.
3<TFESSEl.S will be run regularly TO NEW YORK
and p IL iilLADELPtilA. Freighs will be taken to OF
from these cities. al the lopest rates.
The subscriber. alter many years absence, having
returned TO his native engagei business. and
being comparatively stranger 10 many OF the citizens
of Smyrna and its Surroundings. deems it due hEa.
explicit in this, has first ad advertisements as 10 The man
ner and terms on Which he proposes 10 do business
and respectfully solc the patronage extended 10 h'
predecessor, and OF s friends aud the public gencr
ally. is EDWIN WILMER. ?
Smyrna, May /, 1860 .3m
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

- n. FswLrn. Post Master at Nav YoFk,
- hulnr * npwsrds y el6o 900
el )ks uGeefe i es4seh ef bin
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a. IN A n,
Plaster

New supply. for Summer use. Apply to
May 10 60 EDWIN WILMER.
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Building Stone.

From Port Deposil-a superior article for sale by
EDWIN WILMER.
May To- go
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

A Fresh Lot now in StUre. Call eazy on
May 10 go. EDWIN WILMER.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

- ~ - lsar.. heuuks
e<s n Mqesra. voehslI & Sdvia
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.nn.s.. I, !. old Ioht. Brolsn's" Kanses Seesa-
saf5 y Mate, i now - Ohio, and has joined
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

Fresh Burned Lime
Al the KiIns Send in your ORDERS
May 10 go EDWIN WILMER
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Old Stand, corner of Commerce
Grain, Seeds and Produce

In the purchase Of GRAIN he proposes 10 confine
himself TO Leg iiima.e Mercantile Business He will
make contracts Tor future deliveries at speculative
prices but wil al all times, pay for immediate delv-
the highes prices The city markets will justify.
and will make gagcments Tor future deveTy--sub-
ject the market prce at The date OF such deliveries.
Price Current will be adopted. and rt not be devil
afed frcm that farmer sending his grain may rely
getting precisely Me price though he were
presen. wIIh il himself. Also. will buy
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
HARD RED RRUeK.

Just received. and viii be sold cheap.
May ~ 80. EDWIN WILMER.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17

T4E General Conference Of the African NJ.
r. Church, in session At Pittsburg, adjourned
on Friday. The addresses deplore the ignorance
which sill pFevaiIs but justly Gays il is NOT alto
| rethsr chsfgeabls TO the Indifference Of the
colored people. Many States have thrown every
otstacls possible in the way Of d'f'usion o
| knowlsaxs among the dovFn-trodden race.
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
Farmers and Others
are respectfully informed that
e ID w IN Will M T. R

having purchased Of GEo w. CUMNIEs y Co., their
iniire interest heretofore conducted by them, will
unue the said business in all its branches, at the
Smyrna times., 1860-05-17
Wood, Slaves, Rails, &c.
ON SALE.

LIME, AT TIE KlLNS, for Building purposes &c.
Al account there mast Be settled at the close Of
each nunh Lime fer Agricultural purposs 8 by the
Boat Load in less quantity, four months credit
for approved negotiable paper. Five per cent OIL ol
Cash
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1860-09-21
State Convention.

,m,,l meeting of the Vermont Anti-Sla-
%, ,. an~ will be held at Bradford, on
y . .I, and Thursday, the 18th and 18th of
g. .',,cucnt of four millions in our land +;
81 Unable wrongs done to the oppressed,
med refusal Of political parties. and of
IAN, >ectS to demand the abolition of
- The increase Of the slave trade, the
=, and daring attempts of the slave power
T,6,raI Government. and the Reign of
-, South a well as the prosecuting
..,,..f.-;,d Ill the North, all call for large
.....i.>;:c assembling of the friends of
without distinction.
H., emancipation Of the cnslaved, and
hes. good u oar common country, let the
f..rG, of human rights. in obedience to
go: Gpd. Of humanity, and Ofpa,riotism
..,-lcr .or a full and free discussion of the
.,,,.ons now before the people. Friends
=. .Jor.. in other states are invited to attend
i. the deliberations of the Convention.
is Ionox Raymond of Salem, Mass. f..
r-.u 3D. Of Boston. and II. Ford Douglass
-. H.. eloquent champions Of freedom,
otiers in our own State, will address the
-.
.>>.onS of the Convention will open on
,.;ly at 10 clock, and continue through
.AnGly> and evenings.
J. VI. CnbURN,
IlHiIL CLuTLIN. In behalf of the
"a, II JOHNSON, JR., State Committee.
Y Il JOHNSTON,