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Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

We publish to-day two letters from Gen.
Wool, one to Gen. Cass, before the resigna-
ton of that Cabinet officer, and the other to
friend at Washington. For both the letters,
we bespeak the attention of all our readers
They are just what is wanted; clear, calm
and conclusive, laying all the present dangers
to their proper source, and illustrating, most
nobly, the patriotism and craftsmanship Of
the veteran soldier.
Gen. Wool is next in command to Gen
Scott and has done his country brave service
in camp and on the field. His bravery has
never been questioned, while implicit faith
has ever been plneed in his generalship.
He IS hfs-long Democfat having been
the pet OF the Democracy in opposition to
Gen. Scott the Wing champion. Coming
from such q source, the noble stand taken by
Gen. Wool for the Union and the Constitu-
ton is such as to make every American heart
glow with pride for her brave commanders,
and hope for the future Three cheers for
the stout hearts and strong arms OF Generals
Scott and Wool
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
FROM tne COlum BUS Ga
The State Arsenal


This fine brick building on Friend street
near the canal, a credit to the military and
the State, and over which the flag of Ohio
floats in all its State pride, is now completed,
and with its towers and turrets presents a
formidable appearance, reminding one Of a
castle Of the olden time
Quarter Master General Wood is busily en-
ployed in Furnishing up the cannon and small
arms, and arranging them in their proper
places.
In the lower apartment, which is go by 100
feet is one twelve pound field piece two
twelve pound howitzers, Twenty-Five brass
six Founders, four iron six Founders. b.
q There are twelve six Founders in use by
military companies. Twelve in various parts
Of the State unused, which will be brought to
the Arsenal and put in order, making IN all
46 pieces of artillery belonging to the State
government. There areaboht 4, GOO muskets
in good order with the necessary accoutre-
ments, in the upper room ready for service.
There are probably some 1000 damaged
muskets in the State laid aside by disbanded
volunteer companies, which win be gathered
up by Gen. Wood and put in repair.
It viii be seen by this that the great State
Of Ohio in case Of any sudden emergency
can arm only 5000 troops, when she should
be able to equip at least 30, 900 if their ser
vices should be required. As the Legislature
meets next Monday, we trust this matter viii
meet with prompt and earnest action.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

The bill introduced by Mr.. Bingham of
Ohio (2lst District Of the Judiciary Com
mitiee, last week, has In it much Of signii-
eance, m s fhteuded to do exactly what
the law ot is32 did under Jackson's Admin
istration. It is simply the first clause Of Toe
statute of 1892, which was drafted by jack
son himself, aud for that reason probably will
find but few opponents At least, those who
do oppose il, will find themselves in opposi-
ton to the doctrines OF jackson, Benton, 81
las Wright, Clay J. Quincy Adams, and other
kindred spirits. For this reason, Mr. Bing-
ham, who believes Ia the Enforcement Of the
laws at all hazards and the preservation Of
the Union at any cost introduced the bill,
and before the fre-eaters could discover the
purpose of it, it was read twice, and re-
ferred to Mr.. Bingham's committee. Should
it pass, as it undoubtedly will, it exists simply
as a law offorce, and will at once put an end
to all discussion upon the execution of the
law in collection of revenue and imports. It
will be better understood by quotations of
the bin just as it is; tsH
Bsitsaacted, &C., That whenever, by reason
of unlawful distractions, combination or as
semblage 0l persons, it shall become imprac-
ticabe in the Judgment of the President to
execute The revenue laws and collect the du-
ties on imports in the ordinsry way in any
collection district, it shall and may be lawful
for the President TO direct that tho CtlStom-
house for such district be established and kept
IN any secure place withia some port or harbor
of such District, either upon land or on board
ana Uessol; and in that case it shall be the
duty Of the Collector to reside at such place,
and there to detain all vessels and cargoes
arriving within the said District until
the duties imposed upon said cargoes by
law Be paidiil cash. and in such cases it shall
be unlawful to take the vessel or cargo from
the custody Of the proper officer of the Gus
toms unless by some process from the Courts
of the United States; and in case of any at
tempt otherwise TO take such vessel or cargo
by force or combination or assemblage of per-
sons too great to be overcome by the officers
of the Customs, it shall and may be lawful
for the President Of the United States, or such
person or perso is as he shall have empowered
for the purpose, to employ such part or parts
OF the naval forces or militia of the United
States as may be deemed necessary for the
purpose of removing such vessel or cargo and
protecting the officers OF the Customs, and re-
tanning the custody thereof.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
secret Pollricnl eocietr h Georcln.

A Georgia correspondent Of the New York
Times writes thus of the secret society Of
"ChoctaBs' in that State: "But many of
the wealthier planters, bankmen and mer-
chants fear that if the Convention does not
determine upon immediate secession, the
fiery spirits of this and neighboring States,
who have but little TO lose, and who are pant
ing for big excitement, mould attsmPta reU0-
luton and ingolgs the State IN bloody civil
lear. And there is much reason to fear such
a result. Il is commonly said that there is a
secret society called the "Choctaws,' num-
bering 20, 900 men, who are sworn to seees-
sion or revolution, and that they are COM
manded by Col. Walker, who recently re-
sigued his commission in the army Some
Of the class of substantial citizens are thus in
inclined to go with the secessionists, or rather
not 10 oppose them, IN order 10 avert the destr1c-
ton Of their property. In conversing with
some Of the planters, have seen them tremble
in every limb at the prospect before them.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
Lberty or Denlh.


A few days ago a slave of a man named
G,lsnet, in Kentucky, escaped and fed toward
Ohio. On New Years Day he reached Bos-
ton station in PendlstOn county, where he
was discovered and chase made for him, The
fugitive fed with the speed of the wind, but
several persons joining in the chase, he was
soon surrounded, and finding his escape utter
y impossible, he ran in the direction Of the
Licking river, into which be plungedi and
although the stream was extremely shallow,
he persistently kept under the water until he
drowned, thus preierring instant death TO per-
Eetual slavery.
Think Of persistentlY drowning in shallow
water rather than be returned to slavery,
you miserable apoIogists Tor the internal in
sHmtion, and then go and pirate about the
H happiness and content Of the slave
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
Important from sprInraeId.
Special to Gin. Commercial.
SPRINGFIELD. Ill, Dec. 4.

CpeClAl Olu. NuluLueFGlAL-
SPRINeFIELD, IL, Dec 4.
Cameron's appointment as Secretary of the
Treasury is certain. It was solicited by
nearly all the leading Republicans of Penn
sylvania, Wilmot included. The latter de-
clared in his favor and viii take his place in
the Senate
Alexander K Mcclure, of Harrisburg, came
here in great excitement, to protest against
Cameron's appointment His feelings were
soothed by assurances of the President elect
and he returned home apparently satisfied
During Bates last visit he determined on
accepting the Attorney -Generalship He
stated this himself in public. Caleb B. Smith,
of Indiana, viii certainly be Secretary of the
Interior. Amos Tuck, of New Hampshire, is
here to-day. Eli her be or N. p Banks will
be Secretary of the Navy. Should Fremont
be found willing 10 serve, he viii be Secretary
of War
Mrs Lincoln will go to New York next
week to buy an outfit for the White House.
Mr.. Lincoln is expected to start for Wash
ington about the middle of February. The
route is yet undxed The Pittsburgh, Fl
Wayne and Chicago Road have rendered q
special train. r--,t
The news of an impending attack on Fort
Sumter produced great excitement.
Mr.. Lincoln keeps himself very retired
now.
Ex-Goy. Chase, of Ohio, arrived here to-
night by invitation of the President elect.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

Iron for 100 heavy cannons, each weigh
ing $500 lbs, that being the ordinary
weight Of that class Of ordnance, would
require at least 10 600 lbs. metal for the /
casting ofeach. 8, 500 tons for the whole;
Sos 600
20 900 stand Of rifles would require 2OO
tons, worth, ......................... 5000 i
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
Aid for the Union.

The following letter we copy from the De
troit Daily Advertiser. Il is Characteristic
OF its auiHor, Capt 3. B. Ward, The Admirsl
Of our Lake marine
70 Ms Eiior Of as Dssois Da% Adpa-
6ser
have now on hand a sufficient quantity
/ OF iron TO make seven hundred heavy cannon
and twenty thousand stand Of rifles. will
sell the whole Of il TO the State Of Michigan
or the United States, on twenty years time,
/ Il they will use il in making guns for the
maintainance OF, aud in obedience 10, the
present Constitution and laws of this county,
/ and rather than have the Constitution altered
to favor slavery and eorrapton, 4 wouldmake
/ il an unconditional contribution to the cause
of freedom.
Let the North come up iairly 30 the work,
/ and we win soon convince the Shareholders
that when forbearance ceases we are neither
cravens or towards. ] propose to do no
penanoe, or ask the pardon Of any set Of men
for exercising the right to vote for Mt. Lin
c0ln, r.er
But am willing 10 stand by our Constitu-
ton as it is, till its last enemy has fallen, and
! It necessary, on the field OF battle
II the Democrats have lied and traduced
the Republicans-if they have endangered
the government and the Gonstimtion-let
them repent in sackcloth aud ashes.
They have an ocean OF Gins to be forgiven.
! Let tuem 70 South like honest men, and tell
/ the Southerners that they have lied them into
secession, and they are sorry for it. ifgd
Buchanan personal friends are the active
men in getting up pardon-begging, Union
saving meetings in Detroit. Let LocoiocOs
and towards attend it.
hope no respectable Republican viii de-
base himself by joining in the howl for con-
fession.
Stand by our platform and fight as long as
liberty and Justice have ioothold in Amer
iea,
Our battle is more than half fought. Spike
our eolors TO the mast and let the South
SNOW that freedom has rights, and that free
men have the courage, the power and the will
to maintain them. Il. b. WARD
Detroit Dec. 81, 1860. re
The value of the iron which Capt Ward
proposes to contribute rather than have "the
Consultation altered to favor Slavery and
corruption, as near as we can. figure is as
/ follows: f--s .-tl-a.i ..s .llL
Iron for 700 heavy cannons, each weigh
ing 800 lbs, that being the ordinary
weight Of that class Of ordnance, would
require at least 600 lbs metal for the
casting 0feach. 8 500 tons for the whOe
at $50 per ton would amount 20 the sum
of...................... !. SOS 600
tons, worth .. '.e 5000
ger sl11, 900
Good for Capt Ward. BE is a worthy
townsman of Senator Chandler, who contrib
uted s26, 900 to the Kansas Aid Fund in 1856
Let the disunion States understand that we
have plenty Of just such men, who would
contribute heavily, rather than that the princi-
pies of the Republican party, after having
been adopted by the people, should be lower
ed at the demands of lawless and sectional
u,oh
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
ForoIqner. DTust be Union pIen.'

In the report Of the Cincinnati Courts
of Friday last, we find the following par
graph. w
On application of John Mullen to become
a citizen of the United States, Judge Garter
remarked that no individual could now be
admitted as a citizen Of the United States in
his Court unless be was in favor Of the I'm
ION, and such fact could be testified to; and
that in addition to the affidavit heretofore re
quired, the following should be set fotth:-
''Tbat the said A. B. is in favor of the union
of these States now and forever" E.lH
This was ordered to be entered on the min
utes as a rule Of the Court
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

Who is the Senator mentioned in the fol-
lowing Washington dispateh2 Is it the
diminutive Pugh, who proposed making a
showmans tour oftbe West with the carcass
of Douglas? .rl-9
at is understood among Democratic SEN
atOrs that the nomination of Mcintyre as
Collector at Charleston shall not be confirmed,
as Western Senator, declares that, if neces-
sary, be will consume erery Executive ses-
sion in debate in order to defeat i"
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

tleciiy hl,,ias % on up WIKI members ~
the Legislature, and toutsiders attracted here
by the importance of the session. The can
didates for the various places in Die two hon
sos are numerous. For Speaker Of the Honsey
tao names are meptioned prominently. Jar
rol Of 81 Clair, and Cullom, Of Sangamou,
with tie ehanee5 IN. fagor Of the snccess Of the
former, though the latter has many friends.
There ismueh ezoitement here to-day in
reference to the news Of the contemplated at
tack on Mej. Anderson in Fort Sumter, aud
among al parties there is but one sentiment in
relation 10 the duty Of the friends Of the
Union in this emergency. Mr.. Lincoln is Of
course much concerned Tor the gallant little
band beleagued in Charleston harbor. and no
doubt impatently awaits the day in which he
may send tho forces Of the Republic, one and
indivisable, to their relief and The discontinue
Of the enemies Of popular government He
attended church to-day, in obedience 10 the
Presidential proclamation, and It is to be pre-
sumed that in his prayers Buchanan's back
bone was not forgotten. The State Prison
Commissioners some Of whom are here. en-
tertain no doubt that the question Of title 10
the ground upon which theprison is built, will
be decided in favor of the State in any Court
The loss by the existence Of the mortgage viii
be inconsiderable because If necessary the
State can assert her right 10 take the property
for her use, paying compensation therefor In
this case that would be small. ff
A distinguished politician ofIndiara is here
to secure If possible a uniform basis of action
in bis State, Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania and
Iowa, in relation 70 the attempted breaking up
of the government. The situation of each Of
these, contiguous to slave territory, and the
fact that each has a considerable admixture
of people from slave soil, make some concert
necessary in strengthening the Uhion, and in
defeating the Vaccinations of those who hope
for a divided North. He proposes that the
position OF each State shall be defined by leg
islative joint resolutions, and that one view
shall do for all. Hisplan was freely canvass
ed and generally approved.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

From all over the country come reports Of
honors paid to Major Anderson.
The s.oop-0f-war Brooklyn is not yet
ordered to Charleston.
The ladies Of Charleston worked yesterday
in making cartridges.
A disturbance arose On Friday evening at
a Union meeting in Philadelphia.
The correspondence between the Com
missioners and the President is published at
Charleston. -t A9A
Senator Seward has spoken upon the Pacific
Rsilroad Bill
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

H ON ~ II III u r - "a ~ 4 -,
LI0I9US article. Farlill Do y lo .lal , ~ r.
cii7e i0r their table The Teri cle.esll -iAP -
The country, sar o5Isla il sgE ss3Fs- BRorHF
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
Special TO the N. / Tribune
THE CHARLESTON REvENUE.

1t is proposed in some quarters to dodge
the responsibility of collecting the revenue
at Charleston by interpOsing that feature in
the law which permits foreign goods to be
warehOused for three years. That is, if the
revenue cutter should overhaul a vessel en-
teriug the port, demand thai the cargo
should be bonded might be made, and could
not be refused. This view is said to be en-
tertained at the Treasury, and If insisted on
by Mr.. Thomas may lead to new complies
tfonu
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

Within the last week Boston genius sent
him the most curioHs and at the same time
uncomely present yet received by him. It is
one of his speeches, transcribed in diminutive
characters, so as to represent what is intend
ed to be the outlines OF the President elect
The penmanship is excellent, but the combi-
nation is such as to produce a frightful en-
semble. The wretched caricature was en-
cased in a costly frame. The perpetrstor of
the anomaly duly inscribed himself as an
Hartist"
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
southern Navy Yards and Forts,

The following is a list of southern forti6ca-
tiOns, taken from Col. TOtten's report made
to Congress several years ago, giving the war
garrison Of each:
TABLE Of Navy Yards and Principal Forts south
of Mason and Dixon's Line, showing the Posi-
tion and Strength of each.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
BoF further news, see telegraph.
seward in she Cabinet.

The New York Times says; eve have
reason to believe that Mr. Lincoln has ten
dered the post OF Secretary OF State to Sena-
tor Seward, and that j. is likely to be aocept-
ed Our information upon this point how
ever, is not positive" s..
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

Ex-Gov. Chase, of Ohio, arrived here to-
night by invitation of the President elect.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
THE MEANNEss OF TRA1ToRs.

The letter of the South Carolina Commits
sioners to Mr.. Buchanan was Of the most
insulting character, and distinctly charged
him with Justification and violation 81 pledges.
He had no other recourse but to return it,
Great surprise is expressed that gentlemen of
their acknowledged private worth should
have compromised themselves by such COM
municatioD. The President explicitly denies
having entered into such agreement as they
alege, and disclaims being aware of any OBJ
legation having been incurred by Mr.. Floyd.
THOSE COMPANIES or FLYING ARTILLERY.
The departure of four companies of flying
artillery, which has made such sensation at
Fortress Monroe, are not designed lor Charles
ton as supposed, but for Washington.
TROOPS FOR WASHINGTON.
Three hundred marines will be ordered
here in addition to The flying artillery, for the
purpose of protecting the public property
against all possible depredations The Mayor
and city authorities express the fullest con-
6dencs IN being able to guarantee the peace
of the city from any threatened rufianism
outside. They are abundantly prepared for
all contingencies.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
special Dispatch to the chicago Tribune.I
srnBaTnLD, Jan. 4.

SPRNGFIELD, Jan. 4.
Among the distinguished gentlemen here
probably by the invitation Of Mr.. Lincoln,
are Hon. Amos Tuck of New Hampshire and
Gov. Chase Of Ohio, the latter of whom will
unquestionably be offered seat in the
Cabinet-probably the Secretaryship of State.
Mr.. Tuck has been strongly urged as Secre-
tary of the Navy-a place in which his former
position in the House Committee on Naval
Affairs peculiarly fits him. Mr.. Chase is this
evening in consultation with the President
elect. Mr.. Tuck had a conference this after
noon. Mr.. Lincoln is calmly and coOlly
completing his arrangements without refer
ence to the absurd advice rendered him by
timid men in vatious parts Of the country, to
make up his Cabinet without reference to the
demands and expectations Of the party that
elected him. It is not true that Gen. Came
ron has been rendered a Cabinet appoint'
ment. p - .7eis. iit
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07
Special to The Cincinnati Commorcll
rHE oaAPLAIN's FAsr-DAY SERMON.

Mr. StOckton's sermon was full OF fervid
Union sentiments. When he asked shall
the glorious stars and stripes be supplanted
BY the miserable Palmetto dag be met with
mingled applause and suppressed Kisses. He
concluded with. the admonition:
+" Let the Eagle, as be scars above the
clouds, and plumes his wings in the light of
the sun, beware of the rattlesnake, that may
glide upon him in secresy, and strike its hangs
to his heart"
It was the largest assembly which ever
people are for the Union.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

ALBANY EVENING JOURNAL.--This well
known New York Journal of the times, has
begun the New Year SO prosperously as to
require larger space and other typographical
improvements. The Journal has been pub
lished over thirty years, and under the editO-
rial management of Thurlow Weed, has
attained wide reputation. The Journal of
January Sd says:
Nearly thirty-one years have gone since
tho first number of the Jonrnal was labo-
riously worked off on a Hand Press. It was
a little sheet which would not much more
than half cover this one, and whose hue, by
that contrast, would seem worse than doubt
ful. Yet it contained all ''the Latest Intelli-
gence," brought through from New York in
two days by Coach, with advices from the
distant Michigan Territory dating back not
much over fortnight as well as Foreign
News of the preceding Month per Liverpool
Packet from the realm Of His Majesty King
George the Fourth.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

r o STA LADY'S GOLD
4 Watch and Chain Chein, l11r heavy neck
61aIn. The finder VIII Do suitably rewarded b
leaving Dc a. this once. decz9-3l5
II OST.-A BOX OF JEWELRY,
4 Containing Nect lace marked With name, also
a Bead Purse, cor taiuing a small sun of money
Any ous finding the above may md ~ 1Eusr h7 ap-
plying 70 q q ADo9,
ian5.3Is O. r. r r. once
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

From Columbus, we have the astonishing
news that Congressman @. L. Fallandigham
of the Third District, who has persistently
supported and defended the course of the Sc
cessionists and Southern rebels, and who de-
clarsd in Congress, not many days ago, that
though the frsemen of Ohio might rally to
the defence Of the country and the Govern
ment they should never make the Miami
valleys in his District the battle ground-that
this N. c. has telegraphed to Adjutant Gen
eral Darlington, that the militia of Ohio
should be put upon footing for active ser
vice, in case of an emergency requiring it,
Whence comes this conversion? Has the
member seen in a vision the Montgomery
Guards parading the streets of Dayton, and
the Miami valley repudiating his pro-slayery
doctrines? Let him explain this sudden
movement, lest this exhibition of returning
sense be placed to the account Of 'tempOrary
insanity
The following is the dispatch to the Com
mercial announcing this move:
CoLUMBUs, Jan. 4, 1861.
& iEDs. Cox. :--Adjutant General Darlington
received aIetter to-day from Hon. c. L. VAL
landigham, notifying him that it would be
wise and prudent to get the Ohio Volunteer
Militia on good footing for action at an early
period.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-01-07

What Taney SAYS.

Chief Justice Taney says Lincoln must be
inaugurazsd and thai, if.uecgSary, he will
60 to Springfield himself to administer the
oath OF Office.