The daily exchange. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1858-1861, 1861-02-26


because he declared the very day before in PbiIa.
delphia that he would not give up the principles OF
his party, though he were to be assassinatcd on the
spot where he then stood.
From the Nelc FORK World
We don't believe it. 1t may possibly be true,
this hideous story of apot to get Mr.. Lincoln out
OF the way, first by an indiscrimnate slaughter of
all the passengers in his train and that failing by
the knife or the pistol in the streets of Baltimore
because we know that there is enormity so mon
strous, no crime SO hesh, that the heart of man
will not devise, the hand of man not compass: but
| until the production of fuller and firmer proof of
this alleged attempt to assassinate the Presiden
elect, we cannot we will not believe it, Such a
plot would unite foolishness and feudshness in an
absurd and incOngruOus combination.
m From, the NelU York Times
Inc whole country will hear with satisfaction
that the President elect has arrived at Washington
ana ana met WIN a peaceful and perfectly respectful
reception from the officers of the Government, and
the cltlZenS ana visitors of the Capita 1t is GER
tainly to be regretted that anv necessity sbonId
have arisen for his departure from the programme
of the journey which he had marked ont AS To
| the motive which induced this departure there
seems to be some discrepancy in the accounts thus
far received. The first report ascribed II IN the
receipt OF information, from a source entitled to
credit that secret plot had been formed to assas-
sinae him on the way to Baltimore, or during his
passage through that city. This in the statement
that reaches from Harrisburg and it comes with
so much of detail as to leave no room to doubt
that it was the prevailing belief of those connect
ed with the Presidential party.
But our Washington correspondent gives us an
explanation of the affair which seems much more
likely to be well founded. lie states that Mr.
Lincoln was advised to take this course By the au-
WofHtes Of baltimore, in order to avoid the obtru-
slye attentions OF a set of pretended politicai
friends, whose character and general renutation
did not afford sufficient warrant for their good be-
haviOr, and that the motive for the advice was to
save the city from the reprOach Of proceedings which
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at his reception.
From The N 7, Courier and Enqlirerl
However this may be, the friends 0fMr Lincoln
doubtless had good reason for the change in their
programme, which it is probable they will at a
proper time make appear, and we cannot but ey-
press our satisfaction that be is safe in Washing
ton that there has been necessity for the author
tiles of Baltimore to resist mob, no necessity for
the federal troops to come to the protection of Mr..
Lincoln, and that his presence at Washington has
been marked by such good effect.
MR.. LIYCoLN's RECEPTION AT WASHINGTON.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23.--At 6 o'clock Dr. Pules-
ton, secretary of the Peace Congress, presented a
communication to Mr.. Lincoln, announcing that
the members OF the Congress were anxious to nav
their respects to Mr.. Lincoln, and requesting the
latter to name the time when he would receive
them. Mr.. Lincoln replied that he would be hap
py to receive them at 8 O'Clock
AT seven o'clock Mr.. Lincoln left his hotel and
proceeded in carriage to the residence of Mr. Sew
ara, with whom be dined. At ten minutes before
nine O'Clock, Mr.. Lincoln returned to his hotel, and
was received by an enthusiastic crowd who greeted
him as though he was their father and life. Some
were old men, and some old and some Young ladies.
Ihey reflected the general feeling, that in Mr. Lin
coin rests the future hope of the government and
the Union.
Mr.. Lincoln passed through the long parlor hal
threnged with the elite and fashion of the national
metropolis, shaking hands as fast as he could on
his right and left, with ladies and gentlemen so
intensely Interested that he forgot even to take
his hat Oft; which excused by looker-on, who
remarked that it was new, and outshined the
crowd.
At nine O'clock according to previous arrange
ment, Mr.: Lincoln received the Peace Congress-
The members formed in procession in the hail
where they meet, and proceeded to the reception
parlor; eX-President Tyler, and Governor Chase of
Ohio, led the van. The latter introduced Mr. Ty-
Ter; Mr.. Lincoln received him with all the respect
due his position. The several delegates were then
presented to Mr.. Lincoln by Governor Chase in the
usual manner.
The greatest curiosity was manifested to witness
Mr. Lincoln's first reception in Washington. The
most marvellous thing that occurred was the mani
testation by Mr. Lincoln of n most wonderful mem
Ory. 1t will be remembered that the convention is
of many men, who, although distinguish
ed in their time, have until very lately, not been
very much known. Each member introduced
by his last name but, in nine cases out of ten, Mr.
Lincoln would promptly recall their entire name,
no matter how many initials it contained. In sew
eral instances he recited the historical reminiscen-
ces oil families. In short, he understands the mate
rial of the Peace Congress
When the tall General DOniphan, of Missouri,
was introduced, Mr. Lincoln had to look up to catch
Doniphan's eye. He Immediately inquired,
"lS this DOniphan, who made that splendid
march across the Plains, and swept the swift Ca
manchee before him q?
81 commanded the expedition across the Plains'
modestly replied the general.
''Then you have come up to the standard of my
expectations" rejoined Mr. Lincoln.
the of he
concluded, large number Of citizens were pre-
sented. Mr.. Lincoln was then notified that the
anteroons and main parlors Of the hotel were
filled with ladies, who desired to pay their res
poets, TO which the President elect very promptly
consented The ladies then passed in review, each
being introduced by the gentleman who accompa-
MED her Mr.. Lincoln underwent the new ordeal
with much good humor.
At 10 O'Clock, Mr.. Buchanan's Cabinet called and
paid their respects, in response to Mr.. Lncolns
coup detat at the White House this morning. Their
reception was very pleasant.
1t may be truly said that Mr.. Lincon's first day
in Washington, as President elect, has been de-
caed success. Democrats as well as Republicans
are pleased with him, and the ladies, who thought
be awkward at first sight, changed their
opinion, and now declared him "a very pleasant,
sociable gentleman, and not bad looking by any
means"
Mrs. Lincoln, who arrived with the main body
'f Mr. Liucon's suite in the evening train, did not
'eceive callers to night. Many inquiries were
made for her by the ladies who paid their respects
% Mr. Lincoln. buG fatigue from the days travel
was the excuse for her non.appearance.
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DEsTTUTIoN IN MIss:ssIPPI.-A ccordiug to the
Springfield (Illinos) Journal, from which we
quote below, the people of Mississippi are in fam
shing condition. Says the Journal:
owe have just had conversation with Major
B. Hawkins, of Scott county, Miss, respecting the
destitute condition OF many of the people in his
part OF the State. He represents that in the coun-
lies OF Scott, Rankin, Smith, Jones, asper, Newton
lno NaShOba, there are very many of our fellow
citizens suffering for want of corn, wheat, etc
Major Hawkins is a venerable, sincere, truthful
nan, and we place implicit confidence in what he
lays. He is with US on a mission of mercy, and
We trust that all men, regardless of party, will re-
pond literally to his call for help for his people"
INTERESTING FROM TRlNIDAD.-By the bark Alpah,
Captain Nevns, which arrived at Philadelphia on
saturday last, we have dates from Trinidad to the
Eth slant, We learn that the political affairs Of
he United States a great depression in bu-
ness in that port. There have been sales Of
he Sugar crop yet; in previous years it was usu-
lily sold in November and December. Very few
,argoes have been shipped aud the prospect is
has more sugar will be sent from this port to Eu-
opean markets this year than ever before,
wing to the crisis in the United States All classes
ook with the utmost anxiety for news from the
States. The slave trade has been active in this
icnity for the last two months.
JAMES RIVER AND kANAwHA CANAL.-We regret
cry much to learn that the political condition of
he country has suspended for the present the ne
rotations for the transfer of the James river and
Aanawha canal to the Brothers de BelOt des Mi
heres. We ought not, however, to be surprised
hat foreign Company should feel some hesitation
n embarkiug large amount of capital in
uch an enterprise, while the country is in its
resent unsettled condition and the future Federal
Citations of Virginia uncertain.-Lerington,
Id., Gdzstte.
THE "ELEci" JOKE WITH TIE PRIZE
'IGHTER.-Quite a little stir was evinced when the
edoubtaSle Tom Hyer made his appearance, and
ltroduced himself to Mr.. Lincoln in New York
Pm Tom Hyer,' said he, as he came up. "Oh!
GU are, are you ?" exclaimed Mr.. Lncoln; az
ope you won't hit me-" This sally was followed
Y shouts of laughter, in which both the Presi-
ent and the eX champion Joined. So it seems the
resident elect is little shy Of the Hyer law,
hich his intended Premier has so long steered his
curse by.
GooDs FOR THE SoUTH-The anticipated enforce
lent of the new tariff of the seeding States has
rought North many merchants from that section.
party from South Carolina passed through our
ity last night, Gu route for New York. They
emplate the purchase and shipment of quantities
f goods to the South before the 26th instant, the
ate of the imposition of the tariff, and claim that
hey can obtain supplies from New York mercan-
lie establishments, on long credit and easy terms.
Phil. Inquirer.
DRowNED.-We learn that on Monday last Mr..
|. +. CORN, of Philadelphia. going from Eddy
lille to Cadiz, Kentucky, in buggy, was drowned
hist attempting to ford creek. 1t is supposed
lat he made mistake as to the depth of water at
le place of fording. He was on a collecting tour
,r Philadelphia house, and S45,S5O were found
le possession of Messrs. Cobb Il Co., of Eddyville,
" safe keeping.
KAxsAs.-Another appeal is published from some
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