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The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Seces ession of Alabama.

Montgomery, Jan. 1.-The ordinance of Sc
cession (of Alabama was passed at half past
two o'clock this afternoon.
The event was celebrated by the firing of
cannon and the ringing of bells.
The city is in blaze of enthusiasm.
The preamble and resolutions on secession
were adopted by vote Of ayes 81, noes 80.
After the adoption of the ordinance, the hall
was opened to visiters.
A splendid flag, which had been given by the
ladies of Alabama, was conveyed to the Presi-
dents stand and formally presented to the Con.
vention, through Mr.. Yancey, who delivered
handsome and patriotic address.
Mr.. Smith, delegate from Tuscaloosa, fol-
lowed, and, with feeling reference to the stars
and stripes, invoked blessing on the new flag.
Mr.. Alpheus Baker, of Eufaula, returned
the thanks of the Convention to the ladies in
most eloquent terms
The ordinance will be ratified next Mondsy,
when it is believed many other delegates not
now present will sign it.
An immense mass meeting is now being held
in front of the Capitol. Distinguished scoop.
Grafton" delegates are pledgng their constitu.
ents as a unit to sustain secession.
The flag which was presented by the ladies to
the Convention is now floating over the Capitol,
amidst The ringing of bells, firing Of cannon, and
the most intense enthusiasm.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
North Carolina Legislature,

, Raleigh, Jan. ll.-Both Houses were en-
gagged yesterday and to day on the question of
a State Convention, which has become compli-
Gated by mixing State constitutional reform
with Federal matters.
Amendments were offered, for obtaining
either open or restricted Convention.
A motion was made to take vote on making
the question the special order for Monday next,
but it was lost.
The general feeling of North Carolina is
conservative. She would respond to any fair
proposition for an equitable ad dustment OF
present national difficulties, but will insist on
her rights at all hazards. This is the public
sentiment here.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Georgetown Correspondence.
GEoRGETows, d. c., Jan. III, !

... GEoRGETowS, ID. ", Jan. III, 1851.
Quite an excitement was created in High
street, yesterday evening, by the appearance of
Prot. Esputa, mounted, bugle in hand, giving
call for a meeting of Colonel w. Stewards
mounted guard, which took place last night ct
the Union Hotel. understand that there are
some sixty already enrolled.
Company b, Anderson Rifles, met and or.
ganized, by electing the following officers:
Captain--F. Jones, Esq.
First Lieutenant-W. Drew.
Second Lieutenant--T Thomas Orme.
Third Lieutenant-J. W. Hilleary.
They number, already, seventy men, and are
ready for the defence OF the Union.
Another new company organized last night,
called the Scott Rifles, and elected Mr.. Owens
Berry, Captain.
1t is understood that the Potomac Light In
fantry received an order from the Secretary of
War for two beautiful field pieces.
In our last communication in relation to the
formation of q military company here, we
should have said Darlington Guard, instead of
Darlington Home Guard. Mr.. John s. Pax
ton was elected Quartermaster.
fire broke out last night, about o'clock,
in Mr.. r. 81. Dodge's stable, which was con-
sumed Oar fremen we're promptly on hand,
but too late to be Of much service.
A very serious accident occurred, by which
our esteemed fellow citizen, Mr.. c. Fl. Welch,
had his leg broken by falling from a bench,
while in the act Of passing water to the roof Of
an adjoining building, at the fire mentioned.
This morning he is pronounced little better.
An attempt, the second one, lately, to burn
the residence of Mr.. W. II. Barnaclo, was
made last night but was foiled by being dis
covered. The incendiaries made their escape.
Georgetopn Markets, Jan. 10.
| Pork, from wagons $500; from store $7.25.
Salt, ground alum $l.lO, Ashton's fine $l.95,
Marshalps do. $l.75.
Corn, new 60 "a 65, old 65 q 70; marke,
bare.
Butter and eggs-Prime butter, l6 "a Is
eggs, lS (9 20 cents per dozen, from wagons.
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E. WHEELER,
AGENT FOR THE SALE OF AMERICAN AND FOREIGN
II A RD w A r E.

No. 67 Louisiana au., opposite Bank of Washington.
OAR, Sheet, and Hoop Iron; Horse-s shoe Iron,
ID Norway Nail Rods, Burdens Patent Horse
Shoes Horseshoe Nails Cast, Shear, and Blis-
ter Steel; Anvils, Bellows, and Vices; Sheet
Lead, Bar Lead, and Lead Pipe; Loaded Roof
ing Tin Bright Tin of all kinds Block Tin,
Zinc, and Copper; Iron, Brass, and Copper Wire
Carriage Bows and Curtain Canvas, Hubs,
Spokes Rims, and Axles, Locks, Hinges, Screws,
Nails, Brads, Sash Weights, Sash Cord, Pulleys,
Planes, Saws Chisels, Files, Boring and Mortce
Machines, and Grindstones, Axes, Shovels, Spades,
Rskes, Forks, &c.
DEPOT FOR PLANTS NEW PATENT
BLIND HINGE.
All at the lowest prices for Cash, or to puuc-
tual customers on short credit. nov 26
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Virginia Legislature.

Richmond, Jaa. lin the Senate, to-day,
q resolution relative to the preservation of .
status quo was received from the House. A
substitute was offered, asking Of the President
an ASSURANCE Of absolute preservation of .
status quo for sixty days, except it be to repel
invasion. The substitute was adopted, and the
whole matter fualiy referred to a select CON-
mittee.
In the House, an amendment to the Conven-
ton bill authorizing the opening of polls at the
time OF election tV take the sense of voters,
whether any action should be taken in Con-
ventiou relative to the Federal Union, shall be
submitted to the people for ratification or re-
jeciion.
The amendment was fually adopted, after q
hot debate, by a vote Of seventy-seveu yeas to
sixty-two nays
No further action was taken.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
METROPOLITAN FIGURING MILLS.
ROBERT COLTMAN

TAKES this method of informing the trade
i and the public generally, that he has re-
opened the Metz opolitan Steam FIGURING Mills,
Twelfth street and canal where he will be
pleased to serve all who may favor him with
their patronage.
Family and Extra Flour of an unsurpassed
quality will constantly be kept on hand at the
lowest prices. Also, Corn Meal, Rye Chop, and
all kinds of Mill Feed.
call is respectfully solicited before purchas-
ing elsewhere. jan l2-lw
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
ALEXANDRIA ITEMS.

DEPARTURE OF A. MINIsrER.-The Rev. G.
B. Dana, for the past 25 years pastor of Christ
church in that city whose acceptance of the
rectorship of q parish in Port Gibson, Missis-
sippi, has been before noticed, having taken
long and affecting farewell of all his numerous
friends and well.wishers, started yesterday morn.
ing for his new and untried home among
strangers, in the far South.
Fort WAsHIYGToN.-The Uuited States
marines still maintain their position at Fort
Washington, without further reinforcements.
Major Terrett has been relieved from the com.
mand of the fortress by Capt. Taylor, of the
Marine Corps. Capt. Taylor is a native of this
city.
FATAL AccIDENT.-About eight o'clock on
Wednesday morning, as Mr.. John Peverill, of
that city, in company with two friends, was
crossing Lock No. of the Alexandria canal,
be tripped and fell to the bottom of the lock, a
distance of about twenty feet, striking against
the hard cement lining, and msngling and
bruising himself in such terrible manner as
to cause his almost instantaneous death.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
TO HOUsEKEEPERS OF WASHINGTON
GEORGETOWN, AND VICINITY.

TO HOUSEKEEPERS OF WASHINGTON
GEORGETOWN, AND VICINITY.
WE invite the attention of housekeepers to
w our very large and beautiful stock of
China, Glass, and Earthen Ware,
Which is now rendered complete in every depart
ment by our recent importations.
We deem it unnecessary to enumerate articles,
as we have everything that is usually kept in
the China business, from rich decorated French
China Dinner and Tea Sets, to the ordinary
Earthen Ware; and, as we import the majority of
our goods, we are prepared to furnish the best
quality, either to the wholesale or retail trade,
as low as any of the importing houses Of Balti-
MORE
English and American Cutlery of superior
quality.
Also, Horn, Buck, and coa-handled Cutlery,
from the same factories
Slver-plated Ware on fine albats, warranted.
A large stock of Coal Oil Lamps, numerous
patterns.
Parlor Lamp-shades and Chimneys.
Cut Glass Globes.
Hyacinth Glasses, Fancy Articles, Toys, &c.
G. S. FOWLER l. CO.,
dec 4-eo 504 Odd Fellows Hall, 7th street.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
New York State Aid,

Albany, Jan. ll.-Mr. Speaker Littlejohn in.
troduced a resolution approving the sentiments
expressed in President Buchauan's last mes
sage to Congress.
The resolution tenders to the United States
quire to enforce the laws.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Movement of Troops.

boston, Jan. l0.-The steamer Joseph Whit
ney, after taking on board provision and muni-
tons Of war at the Navy Yard yesterday, pro-
ceeded this morning to Fort Independence,
where troops were put on board, with several
officers. She expected to leave this afternoon.
Her destination is supposed to be the coast of
Florida.
The steamer Joseph Whitney left the harbor
at o'clock this afternoon. She took 20 Uni.
ted States soldiers and the following off GERS
Major Arnold, commanding; Lieuts Blunt and
Benson, and Surgeon McLaren.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Message of the Governor Of Wisconsin.

Madison, WS, Jan. l0.--The Wisconsin
Legislature met and organized to- day, and Gov.
ernor Randalrs message was delivered. IL
commends the subject Of military affairs to the
wisdom aud discretio, Of the Legislature, and
says the signs Of the times indicate that there
may arise contingency in the conditio of the
Government when it will become necessary to
respond to the call Of the National Government
for men and means to maintain the integrity of
the Union and thwart the designs of men en-.
gagged in organized treason. On the subject Of
secession, he says this is not league of states,
but Government Of the people. Slavery can
not 60 into free territory under the Constitution;
neither can it exist outside oflocal law; there
fore the personal liberty laws are found, or
should be, upon the statutes in every State. Every
living human being has the right to legal test,
whether he is a free man or slave. Should
the Legislature think the personal liberty bill
Of Wisconsin in conflict with the United States
Constitution, then it should be made to conform
herewith, but no fear and no hope Of q reward
should induce free people to break down the
walls Of their protection.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Later From California.

Fort Kearay-Ths Pony Express, bringing
California news as late as the 18th uit, has az
rived. .. .......
The steamer which sailed on the lst instant
took about million aud a half in gold for the
Atlantic States. .. ... '.... - .r... %
Senator Lstham's declaration that Cslifor-
MIA will remsin with the Union Of the North
cru and Western States is generally oommend-
ed by the papers. They undoubtedly present
correct representation Of . vast majority Of
the people of the State. ..s,.. .....ftI go.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
LOCAL NEW S.

AGENr.-Mr. James E. Given is authorized
to receive all moneys owing for subscriptions
to this paper In the routes of the Northern
Liberties, heretofore owned by Mr.. John Mat.
thews. r...# .... .....
NorIcE.-The patrons Of this paper residing
in the first ward are Notified that Mr.. Dillow
is no longer our agent, and all sums due for
the paper must be paid to Mr.. L. B. Parker,
who is now the agent for that ward
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Sailing of a War Steamer.

Nortolk, Jan. ll.-Before daylight this morn.
ing, steamer went to the United States maga.
zine wharf, loaded with powder, and left. Her
destination is unkonwn here.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Secession of Florida.

Tallahassee, Jan. ll.-This State seeded
from the United States yesterday at twenty min,
utes past twelve o'clock. The vote was-ayes
62, noes 7.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Furniture at Cost.

DERSONS in want of Household Furniture, Of
i good quality, at very low prices, should by
all means call at BROWNS, 800 Seventh street,
as he will, for the next sixty days, close out his
large and elegant stock OF House-Furnishing
Goods at cost. A good assortment Of Parlor,
Chamber, and Dining Room Furniture, of New
Patterns, and made to order, and warranted.
BROWNS,
No. $50 Seventh street, near
dec l9-6t Northern Market.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Gen. SCOTS Orders,

81. Louis, Jan. ll.-By order of Gen. Scott
detachment of the United States troops took
possession of the sub b.Treasury, post office, and
custom-house buildings.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Financial.

Neso York, Jan. lI.-stocks are better and
active. Chicago and Rock Island 54l. Cum
berland Coal Company 81. Illinois Central
shares 7S, bonds 81. Michigan Southern "a.
N. York Central III. Reading Railroad 80.
Hudson do. At. Cantons l4!. Virginia 6's
75I. Missouri 6's 68t.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
BY TELEGRAPH.
Mexican News.

Nep Orleans, Jan. l0--Private letters from
Mexico say that Mramon left the capital on
the night Of the 10Th ult., aud that il was sup
posed he would endeavor to form junction
with vicario, and make stand at Igusia-
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
FOR COUGHS, COLDS, &c.

A YER'S CHERRY PICTORIAL.
n Jayne's Expectorant.
Stablers Expectorant
Tyler's Syrup Gum Arabic.
Browns Bronchial Troches.
Wistar's Cough Lozenges.
Wistar's Balsam Wild Cherry.
Swaynes Syrup Wild Cherry.
Bryant's Pulmonic Waters.
For sale by CHARLES STOTT,
No. 375 Pennsylvania avenue.
nov 26-tawlm
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Federal Forts Captared.

Chdricston, Jas ll.--A private diapateh
frou, Montgomery, to the Courier, says hat
Fort Pike WAS taken by Louisiapa Stats forces.
The Federal troops have abssdoned sll forts
ia Pensacola harbor except Fort Pickens, whore
they are concentrated. ..4at. h. -.I-...
Three buudred meo have left Mobile to sur
prise Fort Pickeps. t-...... . ..,.f.tf
The steamship Marion will resume her regu-
lar trips, to New York r., y
Mr.. Henry w. Couner, member of tho South
Carolins State Convention, ~ho Was taken sick
duriug Christmas holidays, died this evening.
The deceased was banker, having priuci-
pal Office in this cityaad a branch At New Or
leans. .. ..f.... ito. ..-.. 2. ..s..
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
From Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Jan. l0.-A great crowd as.
sembled at Concert Hall, this evening, TO hear
Henry Ward Beecher, but he failed to coue to
time. No explanation was given. The audi
ence waited till half past eight o'clock. This is
the third time he has disappointed the Phil
adelphians,
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Louisiana,

NeD Orleans, Jan. ll.-Forts Jackson and
St. Phillip, on the Mississippi, and Fort Pike,
at the entrance of Lake Pontchartrain, have
been seized by the New Orleans troops. No
resistance was made.
The returns indicate that the secessionists
have a majority in the Convention.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
New York Markets.

NeU York, Jan. ll.-Cotton is frmer, with
sales Of $500 bales, closing at l25 9 l3t for
uplands middlings. Flour is firm and partially
better-sales of $4,000 barrels State $5.25 "a
$5.37; Ohio $3.50 "a $3.50; Southern $3.50 q
$500. Wheat is frm-sales Of 90, 900 bushels
red Western $l.372 "a $l.3s. Corn is firm
sales of $4,000 bushels mixed 70 "a II cents.
Pork is frm-Mess $l7, and holders demand
an advance. Lard is firm at l0k (9 ii cents.
Whisky steady at 1911 cents. Sugar sseady--
Orleans 81 "a 81 cents. Coffee 6rm-Rio l3i
cents. Naval stores frmer.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Illumination Of Montgomery.

Montgomery, Jan- ll.--This city IS iIlumina-
ted from the Capitol 70 the river; numerous
public buildings and private residences in the
principal streets are illuminated.
An immense crowd is gathered in front Of
Montgomery Hall. " --DrE r;-tBFiWf
Messrs Curry, ex Congressnan Aathe1 of
Mississippi, and others, have spoken 4pli
There Is here perfect ovation. ..-4
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Secession Salute.

augusta, Jan. ia salute of one hundred
guns was fred for Florida, and one hundred
for Alabama, in honor Of their secession.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
GEORGETOWN ADVERTISEMENTS.

for Georgetown. Subscriptions and sdvsrtise-
ments may be left at his store, No. lib High
street. The paper will be promptly delivered to
subscribers.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Two DAYS Later from Europe.

Halitax, Jan. 1.-THE steamship America
arrived here last night, with dates from Liver
pool to the 29th, oia Queenstown on the Both.
The America brings fl62, 900 in specie
Limypooi, iSatmr6ay.-Cottou = The esti-
mated sales Oh Saturday were $4,000 bales, Of
which spectators aud exporters took 5000
bales. The market was firm.
LONDON MONEY MARKET.
The money market was decidedly more strin-
gent
Oonsols, s2s q 92l for account closing
frmer.
LIVERPOOL PRODUCE hAREEr.
Messrs. Richardson, Spence, l. Company's
report says holidays produced quietness.
Flour was firm, with an advancing tendency,
prices ranging from 29s. Cd. "a 32s. Cd.
Wheat had an advancing tendency partially;
all qualities slightly advancing. Red sold At
lis. 3d. (9 l3s. White, at lbs. "a l4s.
Corn quiet, with an advance Of Cd Mixed
and yellow are quoted at 39s. q 39s. 4d.
White, at 40s. a Ais.
Messrs. Wakefield 4 Nash report -four
as having advanced Cd Wheat advanced Id.
"a I'd.
Holders of corn demanded an advance, which
was not conceded to.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Latest by Telegraph.
Later from Charleston.

Charleston, Jan. 1.-THE excitement here
is somewhat abated, in consequence Of the pa
cifc news received from Washington.
The enlistment of soldiers still goes on, but
all is quiet
The Legislature did nothing of public i'm.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Of Georaetoon, d. G.,


The Potomac Fire Insurance Company
Of Georgetown, ID. G.,
CHARTERED BY CONGRESS, 1891.
STOCKHOLDERS PERSONALLY RESPONSIBLE!
VNHE Stockholders and Directors embrace many
l. of the most wealthy and respectable citizens
of this District.
JOHN MARBURY, President.
HENRY KING, Secretary.
AMOS HUNT, Travelling Agent.
Office and residence No. 81 North A street,
Capitol Hill. Box 4b4, City Post Office. Orders
attended to Immediately. Losses paid promptly.
Care for home, and homs will care for US.
nov %
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
Taxaa,.

Galeesos, Jan. s.-iIn ~ eIsct;oa 4. Ne
9Th, the candidates favoring . Southern Con
federacy obtained majority.
/ The Indian depreaations in Texas sill con
tiuue. .H-s -..I..U s5.,ts4l d,
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
The Kansas Legislature.

LeareuorM, Jan. l0.-Tbe Kansas Territorial
Legislature organized on the 7th at Lecompton,
electing Republican officers, and on the 9Th
adjourned TO Lawrence.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
IisSissippi.

Jockson, jan. 1.-The ordinance of sscss-
sion Was sig ned to day, amid great euthusiasn.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12

FOR RENT,
A TWO-STORY Brick House. No. 327 G
n street, between Twelfth and Thirteenth
streets, containing seven rooms. Possession
given Immediately. Apply at this office.
dec %
The national Republican., 1861-01-12
ECTION.

snow let those Insure who nee insured before,
And those who have, let them insure tho moro"
The Potomac Fire Insurance Company
The national Republican., 1861-01-12

AMERICAN AND ENGLISH PICKLES,
SAUCES, &c.
.CHF9IWSc FIScohiHE'Y, eHHT' American.
CHOW CHOW,
PICCOLILLY, English.
White and Brown ONIONS,
Sauces.
Worcestershire Sauce, Soyer's Sultana, Read
ing, Harvey, and Anchovy SAUCES.
For sale by JESSE B. WILSON,
327 Pa. av, between Sixth and Seventh
nov 26 streets, south side.
The national Republican., 1861-01-12

FOR RENT,
A BRICK dwelling-house on Sixth street. be-
n tween NJ and NJ north No. 22s, containing
eight rooms and kitchen. Possession given
Immediately. Apply next door north.
ian 9-3t
The national Republican., 1861-01-12

BY reference TO our advertising columns, It
will be seen that the Metropolitan Steam Flour.
ing Mill has been reopened under the proprie-
torship of Robert Cotman, Esq, the son OF the
late Charles L. Coltman. The new proprietor
is prepared to furnish everything in his line, of
the very best quality, and at market prices. We
speak that which we do know, and testify Of
what we have seen, when we say that the -four
ground at this mill is the best in the market.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1861-04-17

nc Ir,ss sign 81 danger. FOR ne oscnpt,ion
Of The Capital
Two companies d Virginia troops I'm
Richmond ls-, evening for Charleston. i
II supposed they 90 70 reinforce Gsncral
Beaursgsrd's command.
A Havana letter Of The 5;h 70 The ~
rrc-s says the snnrxstion o: Dumlniea to
Sprin Is iully confirmed.
The army % sussain tho movement con
ss,s ~ sssn thousand men aud Our Sssn-
ish stcam frig-,es. The ~ha.e matter cn5
swsi,s the Green's ratification, President
lS.nssn,, Of Dsminica, having tormally rro
claimed her.
The Commissioners Of The Confederate
S.stes for Europe would 'esve Hsssns on
the 9Th o, the British steamer 10 S nth
hampton.
The Commercial saws that The report ths'
JEFF Davis rad Telegraph 20 Charleston not
to FIRE on vessels carrying mere supplies "a
Sumter. j. confirmed BY q dispatch from
Charleston tc a .hippiog house here
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1861-04-17


1- After MI ;iiR excitement. and 2
thousand reports alssst the Combs and
Burton affair. which we noticed two
weeks n1n. me taFtics were finally
brought MT fur examination last Sat
ufiay. The examination was yer
tedious. near ftty witnesses being ex
amined. and finally rcsnltcd IN rccog-
nixing All three. IN $500 each. 10 an
swer charge ~ assault apd battery
AZ the next Court. The parties were
renlanicd to Jail in default 81 bail
On Monday Mr.. Harvey Nicholson
went security Tor Cole Burton. and
Mrs. CornIs and others for Jackson
Combs. and they were released, leav
ing Pleasant Combs still in Jail.
The examination was made bcfors
q bench Of six Justices. and was at
tended with a good deal Of excitement
the court house being crowded during
the whole trial. winch did not clos'
till about IL o'clock Al night
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1861-04-17

DTo complete the next Congress
there remain 10 be elected no less than
sevcnty-tivc members. OF these, two
are to be elected hv California on
September 81. Fiity-seven members
are yet to be chosen by border slave
States. Virginia is rhe fret TO elect
thirteen members on May 23j: Ten
nessce chooses ten. and North Carroll
ma eight on the lst 81 August: Ken
lucky ten on the i,h Of August. ana
MARYLAND her five not till Novem
Der 9th.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1861-04-17

WAsHIsGT1x. Aprii. III
The Southern Commissioners lsft for the
Sor'h today.
The ecmmnrica'inn OF the Southern Con-
missioners charges The ADMINISTRATION wi'h
peridy. and that. under Tho pretex, Of eva
cuasion. armed vessels have been cent "a
reinforce Fort Sumter. They s-y the Gov.
eminent OF Montgomery earnestly desired
peace and The responsibility r. civil wal
rests with The Administrator. They return
10 an ou,rsged people. with the convection
that gar ia inevitable.