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The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23
Thick and Fast.

Overt acts Of high treason were committed bv
southern citizens of the United States. as they
have been collated by the y. Y. Rge,,ing Post
as follows:
Fort Barraneas and the Pensacola Navy Yard
were seized on saturday by the Alabama and
Florida troops Thirteen military posts. FIVE
United State Gr>enals, one navy yard, one rev.
enue cutter are now in possession Of the rebels
We append chronological table of the dates
OF these seizures, together with the attack upon
the Star Of the West and the theft OF the Mani
on-the whole forming list Of the reasonable
acts @! the secessouis5s;
December -. - Fort Mcultrie and Castle
Pinok!ey NJ Charleston. seized
December = Revenue Cutter William Aiken
surrendered 10y her commander, taken possession
Of by South Carolina
Dee. S0-Uuited States Arsenal at Charleston
seized.
Jan. 2-Forts Pulaski and Jackson and the
United States Arsenal, at Savannah, seized by
Georgia troops
Jan. 2.-For' Macon ana the United States
Arsenal, at FAYETTEVILLE seized bv North Caro-
LIMA.
/ Jan. 4.-Fort Macon and the United State:
/ Arsenal a; Mobile, seized by Alabama.
I Jan s.--Fo-,s johnson aud Caswell "a, smith
vile, seived by North Carolina
Jan. 9.-The Star Of the West, bearing rein
flrcemen's 10 Major Anderson, fired at il
( Charleston HarbOr.
Jan. 10 Fort MeRee, at Pensacola, seized b,
Florida.
/ Jan. l0-The steamer Marion seized by Soutl
Carolina; restored on the 18th.
Jan. ll.-The United States Arsenal al Batol
Rouge, and Forts Pike, s., Phillip ana Jackson
seized by Louisiana.
Jan l2-Tbe Baigaucas and the Navy Yard
n Peusacol, seized 10y Florida.
AccordinE 10 the Army List, the lh;reei
forts ;hIs sciz q are iercei for an aggregate a
,09a guns. The folloNius table shows thci
location, cost. var garrison, aud the number q
guns IN each:
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23
The s. NXOther's'' Advice.

1.-THE mother of States" like smother" in win
egar, doubtless has its use The "Old Domin
ion " is now in throes over a plan of pacifica
ton, and shortly may be expected a messenger
of peace in the shape of a commissioner, who
will explain further what the mother of States
desires. The Telegraph says that plan is now
before the committee on Federal Relations OF
the House of Delegates at Richmond, which il
regarded with much interest in political circle:
here. The idea originated with Mr.. Pryor, o.
the Federal House Of Representatives, and has
received the cordial Endorsement of Messrs
Crittenden, Breckenridge, Douglas, William c.
Rives and other distinguished gentlemen, EN-.
bracing all shades of Southern and conservative
opinion. The plan is a series of resolutions pro-
posing:
"Fra. There must be some definite and
conclusive settlement of the slavery question be.
tween the two sections of country, or separation
will be inevitable.
Second Proposing the Crittenden compro-
mise, as amended by Mr.. Douglas, as the basis
of fair and honorable adjustment, and as the
least Virginia feels she take as a settlement.
Third. The appointment Of commissioner
to each State in the Union to represent the &C.
ton of Virginia, and to invite response to this
measure of Cancellation.
Fourth. A strong appeal to the Federal Gov.
eminent to stay its hand and avert all acts which
may lead to collision pending the mediation Of
Virginia.
Fifth. An appeal to the seeding States to
preserve the existing status, and also to alb
stain from all acts which may preciptate coils.
ion."
The telegraph also states that dispatch from
q distinguished source in Virginia, received on
Friday at Washington, says there is little, if any,
doubt that the plan will pass both Houses of the
Legislature.
Similar movements will at once be made in the
Legislatures of Missouri, North Carolina, Ten.
nessee and Kentucky, arrangements being now
in progress for that purpose.
The opinion is almost unanimous in secession
circles that all collision for the present should be
studously avoided. Col Hayne has been coun.
selling daily, with the leaders of the secession
government who are opposed to precipitating
hostiities.
As Pryor begat this plan, would it not be wen
for Potter to meet him on plans:
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

THE Poor LAws-The House on MOndag we're
in committee -, the whole, upon a proposed
amendment 10 the act Of 1859 which authogi>c,
the Supervisors to extend temporary relief ID
the amount Of $50 10 poor persons who csnaoI
be removed TO the county poor house. it was
proposed 10 aurnd the bin, 80 that those only
requiring permanent support, should be sent t.
tie poor house. and to remove the limit of go,
with consen, Of the county Superintendent o
the Poor The feeling of the House was decid
y in favor of humane policy, in respect 10
those who through sickness or accident are made
temporarily poor The House had manfes; sym
patty with the feelings Of rght-mlnded per sons,
in misfortune.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

found Itself on Saturday, almost without = quo
rum. The inveteTate habit, which has obtained
in all Legislat res since ls41, breake out regular
~ every week. About Friday morning. num-
beers disappear, aud are seen no more until Tues
day or "Wednesday morning. The principal bus
iness of the morning on Saturday was under The
order of petitions" asking leave Of absence for
gentlemen who had gone, leaving behind them a
request for leave Those members only, n q
general rule are present on Saturday and Monday
it home imprac,icabe, who I've OF the Roll
Road lines.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

CHArrEL NoHrGAGEs.-A discussion sprung
up on Tuesday in the House, being in committee
of the whole. on the subject of emhezzemcnt of
property under chattel mortgage, by the mort
gagors Messrs Wheeler Of 81. Joseph, and
Howell of Newayso, we're in favor o; making
the penalty light while Messrs. Lockwood. q:
Wayne, and Pringle, of Jackson, were iaclined
to aggravate the penalty. They favored tie
principle Of making such cmbezzelment felony.
The latter suggested making the law in this re-
spect analogous to the law furnishing larceny.
Mr.. JOY, of Wayne, was opposed to increasing
the penalties. mortgagor is not in the analo-
ses os common carrier, cashier, or managing
clerk The trust is voluntary, aud the crime is
altogether different. The penalty should not he
severe
Mr.. Nuzxy thought thai Law should be allowed
to stand, and that the penalties for making away
with mcrtgaged prop rty should not be reduced.
Mr. Waterbury, Of >ani!ac, thought the pres
ent penalties severe enough, and cave an IN
stance of hardship under the law, even - ir IS.
All after The euactng claus was then stricken
out by handsome majority
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

these laws, is one of the causes of excitement.
He believed that these laws were passed in good
faith, but they were not useful TO this State and
they accomplished much evil al over the South.
Georgia, also, appeals to the L. s The election
of Mr.. Lincoln is no JUST cause for the present
excitement and treaSonous acts. but the present
liberty bills form just cause. Kentucky appeals
10 Us, through her Governor. Mr.. Brownell
would answer these Appeals. and those IL that
character, but would make 10 answer 10 appeals
from traitors. la answer 10 these should be, the
tender of our military force. and means TO sup
port government.
Mr. Fallas, OF Kent, proposed to amend N7.
Brownel's motion, by providing for and e1ami.
nation in southern States
Michigan has been grossly misrepresented in
the south. Even the President Of the United
States has reiterated these SANDERS. Let US hur'
them back
Mr.. Phelps, OF Wayne. was opposed TO recon-
hitting He thought the House was prepared to
act now. Time enough has been taken I'd Oh
them, and our constituents call for action at once
Much time has been taken up in criticism upon
language. This delay has purpose behind Il
II means danger to our principles Men are al
work getting petitions signed 10 persuade Us L
60 for the Crittenden resolutions, as Legislature
The next thing viii be 10 ask Us TO repeal n,
personal liberty bills. These are the secret ob
jeejs
| Mr.. Adams, OF Kalamazoo, from the commit
tee on Federal Relations, defended that motive
of the committee. He believed that the resoly
| tons OF the committee reflected the opinions O
people Of Michigan, neither more nor less
The resolutions Of tire committee were the,
ordered to a third reading.
! The resolutions then passed by party vote
except that N. A. Stevens, Democrat, voted yea
and Mr.. Gilbert, Republican. voted nav
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

ARKANSAS REFUSES. - The Albany JouyaG
that Notwithstanding the pressure which has
been brought to bear on Arkansas by the Missis-
sippi and Louisiana Seces>ionists the Senate o.
that State have refused to pass Dill calling a
State Convention. The loyalty Of the people "a
the Union, and the importance OF the projected
Pacific Rail Road to Arkansas, are the reason.
for this action. This IS cheering sign. The
boundary lines to the projected Southern Con
federlcy' will never compromise 'all the fifteen
slave States II begins to be doubtful whe,be:
more than six can be drasooned into going into
the form OF Secession
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

4 TrNE-HoSoRED ABUsE.-Petition alter Pc
titicn comes before the Legislature. for the ex-
tension of time on taxts. \ few bills have been
passed. in particular cases, aud for good reasons,
but the de termination of the House, and the House
committees appears 10 De adverse to granting the
prayer Of the petitioners. This course would
seem to be right The respective Boards Of
Supervisors have full power TO exteUd the time
of the collection of taxes, and having the power,
with them should res, the responsibility. The
adoption Of this course, viii save great waste
of time
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

INSANE AsrLUM.-The number of patients re
ceived since the opening OF the Asylum, in 1859
has been-males 81 females 81; total al. OF
these, males and II females have recovered
and teen discharged; . females have much i'm
proved and been discharged; males aed fe
male have improved and been discharged: 4 f.
maves have been discharged unimproved; 9
males and female have died. There remained
on the s0th November last, Al males and So
females. The trustees ask additional appropria.
tons, and ought to have them if appropriations
be made for any other than absolutely necessary
objects.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

TREASON N CHICAGO. - The Chicago IGaeS,
Douglas organ, allows no day 20 pass, wit6ou' an
encouraging word for treason. One day last
week, it had editorial severely censuriug Mi
Anderson for his timely and necessary occupation
of Fort Sumpter. Herein it is a faithful but FAR
off imitator of the Chorleston Couri,r.
The Chicago Tribune which repria;> tie 'rea-
son says 1--WE do not cite the 7laes article 10
prove its sympathy with The disuniorisrs ard
traitors of South Carolina, hrcsase tha: Is well
known wherever the paper IS read; bar TO show
to what length partisan hate and malice NAV 60
with impuui,y in the North, where Freedom a..l
Law are the guides, and restraints OF the popu-
lar viii y
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

u Gov. Pickens, on Sunday, sent q lot O,
fresh provisions to Major Anderson, with his com.
pliments. Maj. Anderson refused to accept them
but returned his thanks for the courtesy. saving
at the same time, that he would have TO decline
accepting anything until be knew What the GOV.
eminent at Washington intended TO order.
Everything is quiet at Charleston this morning.
FIVE guns have been fred for the seeding States,
The eject ct the secession of Georgia upon
the people ID very happy, but no demonstration
has yet been made on account of IL.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

They ST For TREASON. = Ees=rs. Yulee and
Mallory have concluded to remain in the
Senate till the 4.h of March, notwithstanding
Florida hes absconded. The Senator'S of all the
seeding States have advised that their conven-
tons shall recommend them 10 remain here, il
order to obstruct legislation as far as possible,
and interpose all practical enbarrassments in
carrying on the government. They mean 70 be
out Of and in the Union a. the same time, and
draw their paw as other Senators DO.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

REAL Estate AT WAsHrNGrON.-The political
troubles of the times, and the danger that a,
some future time, if not now, the Union nay be
divided and Washington cease to be the capital,
has greatly depressed the value of real estate in
that city. One of the largest real estate holders
has gone insane over the troubles, and been car.
ried to the Insane Asylum. He was formerly a
resident OF Newburyport, but removed to
Washington many years ago, where he had
amassed large fortune by speculation in real
estate. and the impending crisis has caused him
ruin.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

The USIoy.-Joint resolutions on the state Of
the Union passed the House on Monday, being
the resolutions reported by 4r. Howell, made MP
in part Of those before acted upon in the House,
and those which passed the Senate
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23
BExrYrrs OF A TH1y Housr -

BENHHTrs OF A THIN HOUSE,. - The House
on Thursday refused to order the appropriation
bill for the payment of members, to take imme.
date effect, that object requiring q two third
vote Of al members elect. This ludicrous fix
left the Legislature to wait until ninety days fer
their pay.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

A Coon MovE.-Tbe Common Council of De.
troit have recommended an amendment 70 the
Registry law, providing that the various
Boards of Registration in the city meet before
election and compare the books of registration,
and that the members are authorized to admins.
ter osths
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

ATTENTION LAND SHARKS, - Tie Uoase Fl,
committee Of the whole, seem much 20 favor a
bi to render valid deeds made aad executed 10
good faith, but defective though irregular, or
imperfect certificate Of acknowledgement TIL
vii cut Of a body of tide mousers-
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

GENERAL RELIEF.-In consideration tia; tie
number Of applications on behalf Of townships,
Mr. Sessions, OF Ionia, intro iaced on Moud.y
morning, general Dill TO extend the time for the
collection Of taxes throughout the State.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

Az ADVoSITIoS.-Mr. Gilbert, Of Kent, offer.
el a resolution On Monday morning, hich v5.
adopted, requiring the Clerk TO keep an aeon
rate account Of members absence, and 20 repo,'
the same to the House on the day previous "a
adjournment
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

INDIAN MAssAcREs.-The Indians have Just
been committing frightful massacrees in Jack
county, Texas. The town of Jacksboro' was at.
lacked, and forty-three persons-Tnen, women
and children-murdered
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

REMAINS oY tx. GOVERNOR RASsoN-The re,
mains OF Ex. Gov. Ransom were brought from
Kansas, where he died. and were inferred at Ksl.
amazoo, on Saturday, Jan. l3.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

THa LATE STATE TREasraEs - Hon. John
Owen, STATE Treasurer, returned from Neg York
and reached Lansing on Monday evening. Mr..
Owen met Mr. Mckinney IN New York, but &C
quired no light from him upon the state of hs
accounts With the State. Mr.. Mckinney named
some future day at which be might probably
he il Lansing.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

HogAcE GREELEY.-T5is eminent man lectur
ed at Adrian on Saturday night, and at jackson
on Monday night
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

LI1E's CHANGES. - William Phillips, who for.
merry worked side by side in q printing ofice
With Chief Justice Lewis and Gov. Packer, Of
Pennsylvania, went to the Police Station in Phil
adelphia, the other night, to beg q lodging.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

4 Coon STARTING PoIsT. - Newspapers and
telcgraphs have ruined the country. SuppreA
both and tie country couldbe saved now.-Rfe&
rieksLsrg "a Nese,-
The Freiricksburg Ee,rs would be good Pa'
per to begin with.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

Two SESSIONS DAY.-Hsnceforward, busi.
ness in the committe rooms having been meas
urably matured, the Legislature viii sit morning
and afternoon.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

\ Gooo MEasURE.-hir. Lockwood chairman
of the House committee q the judiciary, ipau-
gurafeG an excellent measure by reporting gen
cral bill authorizing change Of name Of adopted
and other minors, under certain regulations, with
cut q r,mi. 81 each case to the Legislature
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

TIE WAE BAsIs.-The military OF New Je..
sey are taking measures for placing rheir brig.
AIDES on q war footing.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

Il viii be- seen HAT the war garJi-cus required
at these points amount To upwards OF Eve thou
send men, although, in the case Of Font Sum
gsla:on complement The aggregate cost OF
the public property thus seized is not fai from
six millions oi iolar-, TO say nothing of the navy
yards, ST., ArScaa!s and lie Revenue Cutrcr
Aiken
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

TAxATioN AND REPREsESTATIos. - Tire CON-
uittee on The judiciary reported adversely yes.
to-day, 20 a petition and bin 80 exempt the prop
erty OF colored persons from taxation. The
committee took the ground th't women. minors,
and colored persons, have the protection Of the
laW, and should pay taxes, though they eauno.
vot-. The fundamental doctrine Of the Ameri-
can revoluton. is thus repudiatea
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

4 DoG-LAUGH.-We have heard Of c4l-.augh-,
but on Monday, the House in committee Of the
whole, bad a jolly tine generally, over hounds,
dogs, wh.aets, and an other canine varieties -
81! ills was in considering Bill to protect deer
and elk
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23


EriToR oP rHE RErCBLicAN = sra: During
la7' autumn I made an excursion through part Of
the States Of loea and Illinois, collecting infor.
nation regarding tne cour-e aud effects Of the
great storm or Tornado OF Jane 3D.
This did at the request of Professor Joseph
Hurry. Secretary cf ne Smithsonian Institute,
Washington CITY VINO considered the phenone-
na % that storm well worthy OF record, and who
~H, hope. from us long St Idy of the workings
OF the forces o! nature, toe able TO add TO oar
knowledge Of 'be causes Of these destr ucfive
visitatious.
traced ont the track Of the storm pretty wea
up 10 Lake Michigan, over which il is said 60
have swept during The night OF Sunday, June
81, IN a Line from point - miles north Of Che
ctgo, To Grand Haven, Michigan.
desire much 70 have any records Of il route
across Michigan 20 coilcc; al facts possible, and
would feel much obliged for any article of yours
that may have appeared at the time or II you
vii be 30 Kind 20 iudca,e any sources from
which may derive Information, the names Of
eye witnesses, and tie Inc tby ii sections II
possible Of its tack a. far a. yoU know.
isg4t tbe % -et for which this ia required,
may be nv apology for troubling you with the
hGniy, md remain
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

SEATS VacAxT.-Six seats in the q. S. -Sensse
were made vacant on Monday By secession Sens'
tors e,iriny.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

TIE NILTAKY.-The present excitement, and
the prospect that the services of the organized
Militia may be shortly required, has brought to
Lansing quite a deles alton OF prominent military
men. The earnest recommendation Of the yetir-
ing and the present Governor, for an increase OF
the military appropriation, is also Il matter of in
tercst. This j. the first Indication Of Lobby"
tia. has cropped out" at the present session
Never was the course of legislation less impcded
Or quickenei by outsiders.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

CosFIRWED.-Nr. Holt was confirmed as secre'
tary of War, or Thursday last, by vote OF to
10
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

STARTLING INTELLIGENCE - The telegraph
sent startling news on Tuesday evening. Ru-
mars prevailed in New Yo'k that the Brooklyn
Navy Yard is 20 hoe seized by parties in Southern
interest.
= II. stevens, aud Gov. Johnson, of Georgia,
have signed the secession ordinance
Virginia viii adopt the secession ordinance,
and Maryland VIII follow. The expectation is at
Charleston, that Fort Sumpter viii be surren-
dercd
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

nation which the writer necdS.-ED. tfP.
FORCED LoaSs.-Scces Is not all holiday
fun. except 20 such as have n9thing 10 lose
The telegraph last week, from Charleston,
brought Intelligence thai the Bank Of South Car.
olina his been called upon for forced loan oil
$4,000 for military purposes, which it Of CO.. =
j. compelled 70 agree TO And this j. oDlys
small fraction Of the Ehoie expenditures for SIM
lar purposes, Which reach the enormous sum OF
il,4C0ooo This amount las either been eItoe-
,ei from the wealthy by threats and fears or
else South Sa,olina has rua in debt to that eKtent
~ithos, 43y resources for it, payment. n either
casc II must produce Giscon-cTt and suffering.
II is the opinion # Mr. Weed tina: the People
OF South Carolina viii be brought 20 their senses
speedily. by the heavy eos; of carrying on q sep
arste Government. EEen II they should not
have to FIRE a gun. the expense Of peace es:sb'
lishrnent would ruin them. There are some signs
areldy tha; reaction of sentiment ia beginning.
dogb,less ,rlccable to this cause.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

NEw CIrr.-Kaamazso is about to apply 10
become city.
The Lansing state Republican. [volume] (Lansing, Mich.) 1855-1874, 1861-01-23

On motion Of Mr.. n. H. Green.
The following petition was referred to the com.
n'ttee on Judiciary, and ordered printed in the
journal:
To the Honorable Senate and House of Renr,.
'e"tdti'es Of the State Of Michigan, in Gen.
evai Court assembled:
Whereas. The women of Michigan are dis.
ianchised by its State Constitution, solely on
account OF their sex:
We do respectfully demand for them the right
on suffrage; right which involves all other
nsnts OF citizenship, and one that cannot Justly
oe Withheld, as the following admitted principles
OF government shows:
rr"-An emn are born free and equal
Seecsd-Government derives its lust powers
nom the consent Of the governed.
!1'rd-Taxation and representation are insep.
sRahle. '"sP
RHPORr OF STANDING COMMITTEES
The committee on the judiciary. to whom ma
referred ""'
bill to repeal an ac, making appropriation.