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PRIyATEs.

PRIvATEs.
Barrouu. wills II. MCGEE, MARQUIS :.
Brown, VIM w. Mckee, MischF
Baldine. Elisha Martz Henry
Bradley, John Macon, Jesse A.
Burns, Timothy Matthews, Samuel
Cbilders. Levi II. Mcmahon, Darid
Corn, VIM. p. Mullins, Robert
Campbell. Eli ]. 0den, VIM. o. 81 =
Crownan, Edward Pearson, Wesley
Campbell, Leonidas Pugh, John W.
Cain. ANDY T. porterfield, Thad. d.
Cain, George II. Ray, William
coward James a..a-a-s.. Raw, Warren s. -see-'
Charter, VIM. b. Rails, Eff:
Dobbins, VIM. Rayburn, Sam. II.
Gilmer James Ray, AMOS g.
Goodwin. John R. stoclard, VIM j. A.
HAYES. Elias Smith, Robert b.
Harmon, J. w. a1a Sanford, Thomas
Hartung. Lewis, Ship, G: a. J.*
Harmon, George c. Sims, Julius
HYDE. W. Smith, VIM. ];
Harris, Ami h Sinclair, George o. 9
Huckaby, s. I. Smith, Jerry Lat
Higginbotham, M. CO Taylor, Rufus NJ.
Harris, John w. Tatum, VIM NJ. 1@7s
Isom, John ii. ,4al Tidmore, Henry,
Jones, Francis II. . Wagner, John w. go
knight, Joseph Williams, John w.
Lewellen, wm.L Wilson, John w.
Mckinney, George Ward, Jacob .: 81.
Moreland, William Waits, Patrick o.
Mitchell, HenryJ. Word, John W.
Mckinney, William Yancey, Bartlett
Mckinney, James
MUSICIANS.
tPotter, T. st. @. Thomas, Sam. E.
Ford, Michael MeKcudree, John
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A MODEL CRIrIcIsM.-One Doctor Shaw
has had the misfortune to be the author of a
book, just Published in LONDON, under the
title Of "Travels in England: a Ramblc with
CITY and Town Missionaries" and has had
the further i'll fortune to provoke the follow
ing trenchant criticism from the London
Atheneum It is but single paragraph,
but savage enough to distress any timid
author:
DR.. Shaw travels about England, but
wherever he goes he searches for only one
class Of objects-the disfgurcments of our
social system Set down in a magnificent
town, he forthwith proceeds to enquire where
the drunkards mostly congrcgate, in what
street the wifcbeaters are found in the great
est numbers, what proportion of the juvenile
community are addicted to blasphOmy and
theft, in what quarter the sewers arc most
offensive. The same spirit animates him in
the tranquil lanes of rural district. II, as
he walks beneath the green canopy Of
rnsting avenue, he sees little child playing
on the verdant sward, he snatches it up,
scares it into obstinate silence with a tor
rent of inquiries as to whore It attends divine
service, whether it knows the meaning of
salvation" aud then, finding the terror
stricken infant powerless 10 reply, walks
away with cheerful conviction that bis
Young friend is in dark state g.
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Existence Of God.

Look on the broad and glorious face OF the
sky, OH atheist When suns are in their splen-
dor, and innumerabe worlds wheel their cease
less and eternal course through the regions of
infinite space-dost thou not there discover the
hand of a superior Power, pointing out their
pathway and upholding the structure of the au-
gust universe! Look, when clouds are there
piled up in their grandeur, and the lightning
rides forth in the car Of destruction, listen to
the roll Of thunder and to the rush of the tenn
pest as he sweeps through the shuddering
earth-seest thou no God therey Nearest thou
not the sound of his voice and the roaring of his
chariot wheelsg Look on the bosom of the
ocean when not breath disturbs its deep rei
pose, and it lies stretched out like vast mir
ror rejecting the armament Of hcaven-seest
thou there no traces of Deityf Look when the
spirit of the deep has arisen in its anger; when
billow wars against billow, when the mountain
waves seem to mingle with the sky, and dark
ness filings his awful shroud over the contend
ing waters, leaving no cheerful ray to guide the
helpless mariner to his haven-sccst thou there
no being of infinite power and greatnessS
Look on the beautiful earth when she puts on
her rich robes of fruits and flowers, when the
fragrance Of all that is grateful to the senses is
in his nostrils and her voice is full of songs and
meodious hymning -dost thou there not dis
Germ power of love and mercy and holiness?
Look, when dreadful winter comes forth from
tic prison of the North; dealing out faln and
terror, and covering the glorious sky with angry
frowns, and threatening; all that is beautiful in
the Garth retires before him and he rides on
triumphantly; marking his footsteps with gran
deur and dcsolation! Seest thou no august, no
mighty hand?
Look We, once again. and behold the creature
that walks Upright in the mist of creation, aid
is master of all that surrounds him mark the
immortality that beams from his countenance,
and his look which pcnetrates the skies. Then
turn thy thoughts within, and listen TO the
workings of thy own bosom-observe all its
working its hopes, its fears, its susceptibility
OF the most exquisite enjoyment and wretched
ness--its anxious thirst for still greater knowl-
cdge-its earnest constant. unclaimed, and still
buried hope in the mysterious future. And, above
all, its conclusive clinging to life, and its unit
terable dreaG of ceasing to be. Atheist-art
thou immortalg and is there no God?
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Printers
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
THE MOBILE COLLECTOR
THE MOBILE COLLECTOR.
MonrF, Jan. Is, 1861.
The Collector has refused to honor federal drafts unit il
orders from the Governor Of Alabama.
THE ILLINOIS DEMOCRATIC STATE CON
vENTION.

SPRINGFIELD, jan 16, 1861.
The Democratic Convention numerously attended,
although but about half Of the counties OF tho State
were represented The 1owcr OF the Douglas democracy
was in attendance Considerable dignity added 70
the proceedings by the participation Of Chief Justice
Cation his two associates and the United States District
Judge Some members from the extreme south OF the
were prevented from embodying their sentiments in the
resolutions by the Union majority.
The speeches all had strong Union flavor The reso.
lutons show that the democracy Of Illinois follows
wherever Douglas goes The following the most I'm
portant Of the re solutions adopted in full
Third That we deny the constitutional right of any
State or any portion Of the people thereof TO secede from
tho Cniop and that arc equally opposed 10 nu'lica
ton NJ The North And tssoh at the south @ violations
OF the constitution of the United States
Fourth Resolved That in the opinion OF this Conven
ton the employment Of military force by the federal
government to the submission OF the srcedng
states will inevitably plunge the country in civil
and entirely extpgush all hopes Of settlement OF the
fearful pending before the country we there
fore earnestly entreat well the federal government
as the seccdug states TO withhold and stay the arm o
military power and on pretcxt whatever 10 bring on
the nation the horrors of civil until the people them
selves can take such action troubles demand.
Fifth. That recognize the power and duty OF the
federal government protect the property OF the Cnied
states and recognize and declare II 10 be the duty
within the jurisdiction Of the States 70 enforce all laws
passed in pursuance Of the constitutions but distinct
iy deny that the federal government has any consrn
onal power call out the military to execute those
laws within the limiIs and jurisdiction OF any State
except in aid Of the civil authorities.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
ANTI.COERCIoN IN PHILADELPHIA.


There was an immense gathering at National Hall to
night in obedience 70 the call men Of all parties in
opposition to the republicans favoring tho concaton
and not the coercion OF the south, and peaceful scpa
ration OF IL must he rather than a civil war.
Az the call was apparently directed to the Union and
Douglas men large numbers of these parties woro In
attendance, a. was manifest during the proceedings
ON the resolutions being read, there was evidently
some disposition to oppose them by portion of the an
deuce, ard gentleman the platform roso 10 amend
them lie Immediately removed.
There being somo apprehension of disturbance, a
large police force was In attendance.
The meeting was called to order by Vincent /. Bad
ford.
Charles Manchester presided
speeches were made by Hon Josiah Randall, George
NJ Wharton, United states District Attorney; Hon VIM
r. Reed, Hon. Benjamin II. Brewster and others--al
necknrdge democrats.
During the meeting several attempts were made 81
disturbance crowd frequently cheering Tor the Union,
General Scott and MAJOR Arderson, and groaning Tor
leader Of the opposition was thrown out OF tho window
scene Of great excitement ensued, aDd many minutes
elapsed before order restored.
The speak contened that coercion wns .DefpodeDt
and dangerous and that the South had good and just
cause 10 complain and recommended that convention
OF the people be Immediately called 20 declare 10 Tho
south that Pennsylvania is for them.
ON the question being put by Hon. VIM. b. Feed as TO
where pepnsylvania would 60 IN case OF dismember-
ment OF the Union hundreds cred 40 the South, which
sentiment was Justify cheered.
The arguments o. the speakers were mainly directei
ngans. the abotionists The south was asked ~ wai
until the Pennsylvania democracy we're agan IN power
All tho speakers nnited IN commencing Gov. Curtin Z
inaug raj address for " concil.ory toEe
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
IMPORTANT FROM SOUTH CAROLINA.

IHtkIIxTuN, Jan. 10, 1901.
Governor Psckens has sent message 70 the iegsla-
ture advising the raising of two military companies
and one more regiment TO three years He advises
permanent garrison Of the extensive fcrtiications in
South Carolina. This may be expensive but considering
that we shall soon have Southern confederacy viii
be necessary to protect the sea coast and Afterwards
transfer the troops Southern government The ia
natcal excitement of the Northern people shows as that
If we expect to preserve peace we mus. prepare for
war;
The House Of Representatives have passed the bill 10
stay the collection and prosecution of all debts due by
South Carolinians to in the ssvehodng States
until after December next
Lieut. Mead, OF Fort Sumter reached here this after
noon, ON leave Of absence to go home, in Virginia. on
account Of the illness Of his sister
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
THE VIRGINIA LEGISLATURE.

KUJINONb JAM 10, IbbI.
Tia fosivra ronsIois reported on
Mr. Smiths resolutions that II Is nexpedient for the
federal government under existing circumstances, 70
mako any additional military force, inasmuch as it
would be liable to msconsruction and tend to create
uneasiness the public mind and requesting the Cover
nor obtain nme late information for tho purposes of
the genera gtvernIaent with respect TO Strengthening
tho military force in the arsenals &c. in Virginia No
action taken the report Of the committee granted
leave to sit during the session TO consider the
information recently received. Their report under
stood to be the basis Of adjustment drawn up by Mr.
Pryor. and approved by the leading Of both parties
at Washington.
The proceedings Of the Senate arc unmportant
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
PEACE PROPOSITIONS FROM pENNsYL
VANTA.

VuA+ AoVE'
Tho lancaster Erpreu o. this evening contains com
runca.ion from Nathaniel Burt republican, earnestly
urging the state Legislature 10 take immediate steps 70
concate tho border states, BY sending Commissioners
to their Legislatures with q pledge Of Pennsylvania
full performance Of constitutional duties towards
every state. he thinks that this should DO done 20
coanteract me exerons Of the disunon euissares 10
these states. 10 adds
Let tho Commissioners the Legislatures Of the
border states that Pennsylvania ready 70 grant them
every guarantee against sectional interference
and 10 secure their equal rights IN tho Territories
Tho Express advocates tho immediate repeal Of all un-
friendly egsaton and approves Of Mr. Burts prcpos.
ton says that tho repeal Of the Personal Liberty DID
with the appointment, of tho Commissioners, promptly,
with reasonable show Of unanimty, viii settle he posi-
tion Of tho border States IN favor OF MAINTAINING the
rInior.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
UNION MEETING IN NEW JERSEY.

lFV2NIUT, *HHs AVI k9V4'
very large meeting was heId hero ias: evening y
sustain the general government IN s enforcement Of se
lsws pledsng New Jersey and means 70 pat down
rebellion. mo Legislature was recommended 70 sAke
action in the matter. Speeches wers mads By ooonei
Pressc, Dr. SHELTON, Mayor NILS, @ " Jay and q. y
Cougar.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
THE MISSOURI LEGISLATURE.

~. toup, MO-, jan 10, Aooi'
Tho Convention bill passed tho Senate last might: me
vote was yeas "a uays The bin leaves 10 tho voters
decide at .ho tho delegates elected, whether
.he ordinance, u passed, shall be suomt'edt
the people ,or ratification Tho election 6 delegates
10 be held February 49, and ihe Convention On tho sam
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
IMPORTANT DISPATCHES TO THE COM
MANDER OF THE GULF SQUADRON.

WV URiLtSs, Jan. TO, Is6G.
Consu P'csens went 70 Vera Cruz this morning, bear
inpoHani dispatches from Washington the commander
of The Gul Squadron 1t rmored they were for a con
centraton Of the fleets at the mouths OF the Mississippi
and the hareor Of Pensacola
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
THE GEORGIA STATE CONVENTION.
MIIIEDGEvrIE, Jan. ia, ls6

:" HIIIlIEFLNIIIIs, JHH TO, loUI
beConventon met at ten O'Clock. Judge Bennng was
chosen temporary Chairman Subsequently, George W.
Crawford was elected President by accamation and A.
r. Lamar, of Muscogee, was elected Secretary.
committee was appointed 10 wait on Commissioner
Orr of South Carolina, and shorter Of Alabama, ard
quest them TO communicate with the Convention also
accept seats.
The convention adjourned until 10 morrow.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
IMPORTANT FROM NEW ORLEANS.

New ORLEANS Jan. IA, 1851.
Six companies Of New Orleans military arrived this
morning from the Arsenal Of Baton Rouge leaving the
barracks garrisoned by State troops
Major Haskin with the United States forces, has left
for st. Louis regiment Of regular State infantry is
being rapidly formed to garrison the fortincation.
The reported seizure of the cutter Washington at
Algiers is incorrect No seizure is contemplated.
The Fire Department are forming into military compa-
MES.
No coercion is anticipated here against seoedng States
Preparations and plans for the organization Of a
Southern republic are proceeding quietly.
The volunteers here daily drilling and reinforce
mcnts are surrounding the forts
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17
AFFAIRS IN NORTH CAROLINA

RALEIGH, Jan. 16, 1861.
There was vote taken on the Convention bill in
either House to-day.
Ancoercion resolutions passed to second read
ing In the House last night and win be considered again
to morrow.
The resolutions strong against coercion and pledge
the whole power Of the State to resist any attempt by
the government to coerce seeding State.
Tho Convention bill s being debated in the Hous
tonight.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-01-17

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 1861.
The Senate in Executive session to-day, confirmed the
appointment OF Mr. Taylor, Chief Clerk OF the New York
Post Office, as Postmaetcr.
The minority reports have not yet all been made from
the Committee If Thirty three. Mr. Love, OF Georgia.
and Mr. Hamilton, OF Texas, unite something
ike tho Crittenden basis. Messrs- Nelson md
Ferry have each presented their Views Mr. Adams Of
Nassachuscts whdraws his assent TO the majority re-
mort for the reason that the Southern members have
generally retired from tho committee thereby showing
an unwingness accept anything the North corld yield
in tho way Of compromise.
Tho minority report, signed BY the EepFc
sentatives of the Pacific coast Messrs Burch and
stout, declares the requisite vote for constitu
tioual amendments by this Congress cannot DO
had and since there ~ such contraT,eiy
of views and opinions among members d The
same Marty AZ leave no hope rom their action
which would meet all demands, they ara wiling 70 refer
the matters Of difference between The North and South to
the source federal power and 70 tho delegates elected
with view direc, their settlement. They concur In
many Of the recommended by tho majority and
report resolution additional 70 theirs. THIS resolution
received fourteen votes while fifteen voted against i in
the Committee, and proposes call National Consita
tonal Convention.
Col Haync. commissioner from South Carolina has, u
IL undersnood moderated his v,evs s.nce his arrival
here lie will remain here several days.
The opinion is almost unanimous IN secession circles
that all collision for the present should be studously
avoided Col Hayne has been daily counseDng with the
leaders Of the secession movement, who opposed to
prccpita;ng hcstuites.
Is believed that strong representations have been
made within two days past urging the authorities Of
south Carolina 70 afford Major Anderson every facility for
marketing and other domestic supplies
wAsHrcros, Jan 49, 1851.
distinguished Senator who 10 In tho confidence Of the
President asserts that ths instructions 70 MAJOR Ander-
son are that he must at all hazards defend Fsrt snier
and sustain the Gag that aoats over :.
Major Anderson win be renfoyced and tho property oi
the government, seized oy mo awless mob o. South
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1861-08-06
state Items.

Darn OF An AGED PEHsoy.-Alrs.
Mary I'nneutcr, Of Rochcstcr died on
the 2jth ult, aged oae hsaadred hco @" q
ha5 years.
". NJ. Gilman, confined il jail a Mont
pclicr for stealing a horse and wagon about
i year ago, escaped a few nights since By
saving og a window bar and letting him,
self down outside, BY q sheet.
Roxbury la sent thirty-nine soldier. to
the war, and there is mol commissioned
officer among them. Thcy have gone for
patriotism it .eems, ard not for place
All honor 70 them.
The Windsor Journal say :-Messrs'
/ hanson, Gooduow & Yale, shelbune
Fails. Miss, have contracted with the
/ Government 10 manufacture 2j,000 rifles
! to be completed in about 3 months. i j.
reporte tlat thcy will Immediately pros
ecuto dc ioJ with the latest improved ma
cl,iuey q. tie Windsor Armory giving
employment to a large number Of work
men
Tic Vermont and Canada Railroad
Company have declared a dividend Of tou
per cent, payable On The l5th Of August
A lad ninc years ofage, SOP Of DAME
/. P. Sawyer, Of Felchyillc, was drowned O
Wednesday Of last week while bathing
ArrorsruENr.-E4 H. Stoughton, o
Bellows Falls, late Of the y. $. Army, la
been appointed BY Coy. Fairbanks, Colc
mel Of the Fourth Vermont Regiment
lie was specially recommended 70 Senate
Foot, ~ Lieut.. Gen. Scott himself e
that position.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1861-08-06

rsfp e. theF torm eap & hash
lfl mI ga q Ahsndfa op tbe
Fafiax road They Ae, 5lt mot 81 ,heir
tents al camp cqupag a. 3 he'd been
set up i9 BUD Run and was abandoned
l.aro by lhe team.iers IA orles q The
Brigade QuaHsrmastgg flom Maine.
Quarcrmas.gr pi,kin who 4 most
popular afiicer, las ecanl uew tents ior
the regimen, alsfior g tliosc they brought
ifom Vermont. and rs eft 6 New lo,k
tor camp cquipag which win % here TO-
morrow
The Bennington Band ~ ilat obey
desire 10 % toto tlc next hela With ne
boys. and IL they can have TIE Mimic mus.
kea viil 90 ont Is skHmhhen &c sharp.
shooters Fifteen o. twenty q lhce ii.
fed muskcts we're brought of lie deld ~
CO. X. Capt Eaton, aud perhaps they
might be provided. The Regiment las
not SET exchanged their .mootb-bores ior
I DE Minnie that Secretary Cameron prom,
iscd hem
The Reeimental Officers have nohorscs
although they have sorely needed them
|8al have written ana ielegrapheJ lor diem
IL tbe Vermont State Officers IN Nain.--
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I Hone t
TIE Senate amm to-day Resolutions
Improving &c. sg,s n DO rui5eat ani
,enlsnae M Hapk 81 C io ,tc
an gfs laye rallied Is defence q the
esca aa5 sympathy a thoe aho
ba @ bated q auaii q
iag ag Iaiil lay been adopted Ibe
tariff 800 fug increasing sbe re,eaae Bag
been passed thc duty on coffee ! cents
set pound. 90 cocoa three cents, 90 sugar
$50 cents 81 brandy l25 pes gallon. 81
other uine apd liquors Ten csnls 81 eaio.
ROM a direct tax Of s2o990o0o has
been laid. The States are 70 collec, the
taz themselves, q e DIZZY decline 50 % %
re- to ~ collected by Tie general Gov.
crnment ga income lax which Wili raise
100000 bas been laid q carriages
watches, distilled Liquors, and other luSu'
ries. Incomes of $500 OF more arc 70 y
taxed at 8 per cent rwo millions have
been appropriated ior tie purpose q con
seyiag arms Is ihe loyalisr III tie s0uu.
4 temporary increase Of the Navy ha
bsea made. "a bll canascaiing tha prop
ery of thereb.l ha bccnp passed ihe ec
ion III regard 10 slayes az follows
sp .BHdteaf FURTHER aat'e That when
ssfr ans person claiming 20 be entitled % the ser
f5ea 81 laiur IF auy either person. uudef ihe lAN
81 ans State shall employ aeh person ID adm,
# tfmotiue any usuueeliou ol ia resisting tH
ihc Uniiel staes, o. shall pcrmit hm t
~ Is etaploycl, Dc sAall lorle, ail right tp sue
.argtee on lator, and tbe person whose labor Z
Service th0s claimed hall tc thcnceiouh dis
charael tbcchom, any law 70 the contrary not
outstanding
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1861-08-06
Local Intelligence.
special Report of "A scalc-y Transaction,

Special Report of scalc-y Transaction
One morning, a party, defiant Of trade,
Turned themselves into "goods" and went of to
be weighed,
That company, made up ofjust "dosble J."
Walked dashingly into The Equiuor store,
And said to the clerk,
each with smile or with smiik,)
"Now, don't care fig for your cccry-dog work.
Fora bore, this dull every day species oitrAde i
Justput On the scale US Il, gents and three ladies.
As special Reporter Gas wen as / CAM
IN just give the weights Of each woman and man.
This assombagc Of Beauty aud Talent to hail
JANIS II. CARPENTER stood, as the CLERK Of the
Scale;
And said, without Dragging or barney or yaunting
When weighed IN the balance shan't be found
wanting
Miss TaS EYoR was the first 4 don't mean in
rotation,)
Who won the iight prize on this serious occasion,
(Which no hypercritical person, can have you see,
Occasion for calling specihc-al gra,iiyD
When Miss TN EYcK's weighing was carefully
done,
The number Of pounds was oactOaafed and one
Mns. BbAycuApD came next, and tile gents made
movement,
IS IN her they observed decided improvement,
4 For along the brass bar as the small weight they
drew,
It3topped al ore hundred, ant iUeaiy, and TIRE.
81 that in this scale-y race Miss fES EYcE was
clear done
Out Of bone ana Or muscle pounds, and twenty
and one.
The next number in this scale-y record We see
+ owned BY gentleman named >, r. p,
ore haadrea and Miriy's the number We state
lie gained IN the race, by a very poor 8.
Mas. MAuL1IS came next and the pace faster grew
For fairly She beat the last scales man by two
One hundred and thirty and two, We pronounce
Was her weight, ven not say TO grain but al
ounce.
Da. Bnovx then asccaded the platform, quite
scorning
All weight, as Lis fire Balloon had in the morning
But as he was filled not with rarcfed air,
Tie weight went to one, fjty-oae, and stopped
there
He, Ike bis balloon. though the air lil not sNin
Bat aalikc it, be came down quite sound-"#in
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