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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-01
THE LEyEE OF TIE PRESIDENT ELECT.
IMPORTANT STRETCHES OF Mr.. LINCOLN, Mr.. HAM
LIN AND Mr.. sEwAGp.

IsroRTASr STRETCHES OF Mr.. LINCOLN, Mr.. HAM
LIN AND Mr.. sEwAGp.
WASHINGTON hob. 2s 1851.
Hon. MI spaulding, member Of Congress fran the Bus
fao On. W district, gave dinner party this evening
at his residence. Among the invited guests thr
President and Vice President elect, Mr.. Seward, hr.
Chase Mr. Cameron Mr. Montgomery Blair, Nr. Calob b
Smith Mr Gideon Wclcs and Ir. Bates. embracing the
members Of the new Cabinet also senator King and
Senator elect Harris, q New York Speaker Pennington
Mr. Sherman, Mr. Corwn and Mr. Washburnc, AZ Hluots,
Of tho House OF Representative; ani Jadgo DAVIS, Of
Illinois, and others Tho afsir very oIesan; and
highly intellectual.
Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln after their retgrn from the mag
nifcent dinner given by Mr. SIaulne, held ievec at
willards and received very arge number of ales and
gentlemen, including Senator's erosenLatves, army
and navy officers and members u the diplomatic corps.
At half past ten O'Clock the music II tho Marine Bard
heard from tho spacious am crowded parors Of
Wizards. rush was made TO the balcony
and windows, and very soon ~ immense throng
was gathered in front Of the hotel, the band playing
bam Lincoln, and were given with hearty win and 70
pcaied.
After many calls for Mr.. Lincoln he appered, when
three hearty and enthusiastic cheers wore given
for him. Mr. Lincoln bowed several times 10 tho mul
tAudc, and the band struck ny another fayo
rite air, during which time the pl, dark form
Of Mr.. Lincoln appeared against the Humlned parlcs
window Of tho hotel, the target Of every oyo. Whom
silence was restored Mr.. lincoln spoke as follows
LnooiN's sgETf.
My FRnSps-l suppose that may tako this y
compliment paid to mo, and such ploase
accept my thanks for u. ! have reached TINS
city of Washington under circumstances considerably
differing from those under which any other man has ever
reached g. have reached for tho purpose Of taking
an official position amongst the people, almost al o.
whom we're opposed and yet opposed 70 mo, ~
suppose Several voices, "So, no" other voices,
uGo on, sr;, you are mistaken In that, indccd you
aro1D propose lengthy address 70 you now only
propoae TO say, ~ did say yesterday believe, whom
your worthy Mayor and Board OF Aldermen called
upon mo- that thought much cf tho III feeling that hss
existed bewecn you and tho people Of your Surrounding
aud that people from amongst whom l come, hAs do
pended, and now depends, upon misunderstanding
(seycral voices-"That's so,' and appause) hope
that i things shah go along 10 prosperoasly az
osleye We AL desire they may, may have
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-01
THE BALTIMORE PLOT.


Bur1woRE Feb. ~, 1861. I
Unytnr been in Wnahnp Ton ON Thursday last on ousi-
of purely private nature called 70 nay friendly
visit 10 friends OF the President elect WIN wnom nad
been for many years kind and intimate rehtons I'm
conversation the contemplated passage through oar city
Of tho public functonary referred ~ was Incidentally
when spoke of the runors which had reachod
me OF an Intended republican display BY certain parties
here which, In my opinion, would be doeroed offensive
70 the masses Of people, and In tho event Of M
Lincoln atng himself with such demonstration,
or having as appcndago in his transit through Bal-
more would invite decided marks Of disapprovai.
did not recommend that the President elect ahoulf
avoid passng openly through Baltimore did for ono
moment Contemplate sach contingency. Indeed matS
rcoonmendaon whatever In the premises but conincd
my remarks To the expression OF opinion that so. an
oort or appendnge as the one which had ndcae
wsulI in my Judgment, be III ADVISED and subject that
appendagc TO m expression Of public facton which
might and doubtless would, have becn construed into
prcmedated discourtesy by the people Of baltimore IN
the President elect.
The poco Board bad the whole subject Of tho oxpectct
visit OF the President elect under consideration and all
measures necessary for preserving order tho ocason
we're fully matured, and deemed by them amply sum
cient.
The Board aso informed by Of the omveraation
referred 10 held by Ia Washington, and eoncurred IN
the opinion which had expressed
mako this cxplanat on because erroneous coussruc-
tons of my action n the matter have found their way 70
the public through portion Of The press
GEORGE r. KANE, Marshal.
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CougT MARTIAL UPON CAPT. POPE OF THE
ARMY.

wAsuNoros Fob 2s, 1861.
While traitors are turning up daily all tho
try and either treated With the highest diplomatic
consideration by the heads Of the several departments,
not much ''mvtedn to appear before geno
raj court MARTIAL II extraordinary that such pro-
ceeding al liberty to announce should have ever
onanat, ali the sarrounding circumstances considered
well known that Capt. John Pope, Of the Corps Of To-
pographich Engineers Of the United States Army,
invited with others TO accompany Mr. Lincoln from
Springfield 70 Washington This not only
intonded compliment 70 the persona worth Of Cap
tain Pope but was in part growing out Of the act that
the father OF Captain Pope personal friend Of Mr.
Lincon's for many years. This morning Captain Pope
received communication from Adutant General Cooper,
commanding him, by OF the Secretary Of Var, 70
proceed at TO Newport Barracks Kcntucky to sp
pear before general Court Martial which has beon
dored there The 4h Of March The charges
against tho Captain for usns nemptuous and dis
respectful words against the President Of the United
States" The Rrs specification Is that Captain Popo did,
ni Cincinnati Ohio the 9th day Of February, 1891 in
address literary club in that city, tho fciS
lowing language:-
II il impossible to control the aaonishment and indig
nation which every American must feel when he consi
dorr In what position few mouths OF tho adinstra-
tion Of bad or weak man have placed this great and
prosperous country. we overcome this danger 1t win
at least sorve as warning, and most impressive one,
the selection OF Chief Magistrate
The second specification retcrates the language,
ard charges that II published m the Cincinnati Ga
setc on the 18th inst.
Major John y. Ice TO be Judge Advocate. and sIngu
lar TO say, Captain Geo. W. Hazard, U. g. A., who
also Mr. Ilncolns suite, and is here has bocn
ordered to proceed TO Newport KY, member Of the
Court.
One Of the extraordinary facts connected with this
transaction is, that thcso two gentlemen should be
ordered their present positon TO which they
have invited by the President elect and engage
the peculiar business alluded TO, the very day that
MIR. Lindon is to bc nauguratod. Captain Pope said
what charged against him, only expressed opinion
a. American citzon, which right man Ia not,
ought not 70 be deprived Of IN this country by the fact
that he n an officer OF tho American army.
Tho Secretary Of War is severely ccnsurod for pursuing
thf course against Captain Pope but many believe that
Mr. Holt viii time rolieve himself Of tho responsibility
a. sucs an act Tho affair is creating quito breeze.
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THE PEACE CONGRESS ADJUSTMENT.


The programme OF the Peace Congress s almost
hopelessly The select committee OF the Senate
ported to day Mr. Hale, behalf Of the republican
Senator'S condcscended to nterpose the rules and pre-
vented the reading OF the resolutions. second time
to-day single objection prevented the action Of this
Senate and Mr. Hale was quito willing 70 be the nstru
ment of his party.
When the resolutions up tomorrow they only
receive second reading, and then single objection viii
put them till Saturday.
Under the rule Mr.. Bigcr introduced resolution 10
suspend rule far relates to resolutions and bills
providing the amendment to the constitution Unless
Mr. Bglcrs resolution prevails, final action win be i'm
possible
Much indignation manifested at the fac.ioua
Of the republican Senators. All Is confusion and gloom
Nothing can save the country but take the Of the
people TO instruct tho next Congress provided by Mr.
Bs,er Mr.. Seward proposes Convention Of the States
but everybody knows Congress has control Of that
subject and could only express opinion Of Congress for
Me benefit Of the people Mr. Biger thc other hand
proposes take tho opinion Of the peops for the benefit
Of Congress, which is far more sensible
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If there Is any change from tho above programme u
win be from Blair Davis 70 Ftheridgo G. NJ Clay.
Tho other appointments considered fixed The Sonste
went into executive session oday, and attempt
made reach the nomination Of Judge Petit but with
out SUCCESS. Nothing olse was DONE
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Carriea-yeas rs, nays A.
THE POST oFyICx am.
After executive session. the Senate resumed u,e co.
alteration Of the Pest Once BIN
hr. 0wtn's amendment was agreed to
NJ HAlE oOkYed an Amendment that the poetrpuaster
General refund to Franklin Haven certain money de-
posted. (Ths s relative 70 the Boston Post Otnse
matter)
The amendment was agreed TO-
Afther further consideration the bin was passed.
The bill relative 70 the distribution Of books Reports OF
the Supreme Court, kc., was taken Up and passed.
On motion OF Mr.. LANE bill donating public land In
Minnesota and Oregon Tor school purposes taken up
and passed.
The Senate then adjourned
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-01
THE NEW YORK COMMISSIONERS IN THE
PEACE CONFERENCE.

WASHINGTON, Feb. %, 1851.
Tho course Of the New York Commissioners in the
Peace Conference has given the utmost satisfaction
In fact they have rather brought dicredt upon tic state
than otherwise.
Of tho delegation, has done all he could 10 stifen
their backbone against making any concessions to tho
South while John A. King and william Curtis Noyos true
their abolition Instincts have abored in every possible
manner TO irrate the border States by likewise refusing
concessions to them.
On Wednesday however, when the question came TO
final vote, Mr.. David Dudley Field was not on hand.
ceusure him for backing down from his allegiance. 1t
appears, however that at regular meeting Of the dele
cation II was agreed by majority that tho State
should vote "no' unit on each Of the propositions
Mr. John A. King elected chairman pro tenn. Of this
meeting while Mr.. Field went of 70 the Supreme Court
to attend case in which he was then engaged.
When the question up yesterday for decision In
stead Of voting "no as had been arranged by Mr. Fed
Mr. King got furred and ondeavored to explain his po
ston, which, by the way, the Convention had nothing
to do with; and in doing this he upset the whole Of
FIELDS fat in the Ere, and when the vote taken the
proposition carried.
III Mr.. Field had only been hand the Peace Confer
enco would undoubtedly be to-day where they were
on Tuesday. Those, therefore, who now gIorify
the OF tho Peace Conference viii do well TO pro-
service Of plate to tho learned gcntIemns CLIENT
who carried him OF the Supreme Court, whom the Ere
became hottest TO try his case.
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Acaxxy on MrsSc -Mozart's "Don Giovanni an opea
which a ever fresh and always welcome, announced tor
to.night, with n hne distrbutpn--vz: Cbhson E1sna,
HnkIey, Brignoli, Fcrri and susim. grand masilso
70 MORROW
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Levee Of and Serenade to the
President Eject.
important Speeches Of Mr. Lincoln, Mr.
COrwin and Mr.. Hamlin.
Court Martial Upon Captain Pope,
Of the Army,
THE OUTGOING ADMINISTRATION.
THE PASSAGE OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE
CONSTITUTION IN THE HOUSE.


WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 1861.
very rich occurred in the House to-day the
occasion OF the adoption, by twothrds vote, Of Of
the propositions reported by Mr. Corwn which forever
prohibits any interference, by constitutional amend
nen by Congressional action, with slavery in the
States where originally existed under the constitution
The announcement Of the voteone hundred and thirty
shree yeas TO sixty-fvc nays-produced tremendous
applause the floor and in the galleries. All the radical
republicans voted against it, and some moderate repub
did the thing, who view the proposition
sy endorsement OF OF the panks in the Chicago
platform, and would have voted for it but for the
f.ct that the representatives Of the Southern States
would not agree 10 half way and declare that they
would unite with the Northern States in the enforcement
q the constitution and laws II IL passed The Southern
members In the committee refused vote for it. but in
IN the House they did vote for It, Mr. Adams Is author
sf the proposition.
The passage by twothlrds vote OF the House Of
se proposed amendment 10 the constitution inspires
every one with hope Of final and satisfac-
tory adjustment. Members who were hopeessly
aespondent heretofore In high spirits now for they
this sitting Of the republican party Of its abol
taon element and the formation Of strong Union
taonal party The sixty i've out Of the nearly two hun
dred who voted the question regarded in high
suarters the debris of repubcanism and entirely out
x the ring far Presidential favor is concerned.
That tho movement to-day is favoraby entertained by
Mr. Lincoln have strong personal assurance. His in
asghral will take no stop backward Of Il.
Senators Seward Wilkinson, Chandler, Wade Cola
nsr King Dixon, Foster, Simmons, Anthony, Cameron,
Ten Eyck, Thomson, and all the democratic Senator's,
win vote for the Corwn amendment and it win be
ried by two-thirds vote.
Thc feeling tonight among responsible circles fortifes
the statement made above that tho Senate wiz endorse
The resolution passed by the House to-day looking toward
nm adjustment
The adoption Of Mr. Corwns propositions by the requi
site two thirds be ascrbsd to tho knowledge
Of certain members in what direction the wind blows in
administration circles. Having friends to provide for
sey have desire TO swim against the executive cur
rest.
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SLOWS 10 seek remedy by way OF amendment 70 thai
Instrument and IL Is The duty VI al ths StsIes 70 coocur
such amendments may be found necessary 70 insure
equal and exact justice 30 all
In order, therefore, 70 announce 20 the country tho
sentiments OF this Convention respe ting not only the
remedy which should be sought for existing dsconenu
bnt also 70 communicate TO the public what We believe
TO be the patriotic sentiment Of the country DO adopt
the Following resolutions
understood proposition. that the constitution or tho
United States gives power TO Congress- or any branch
Of the federal government To interfere IN any manner
with slavery any Of the States and are assured,
by abundant testimony, tha neither u the great p0lti
cal organizations existing in tho country contempAtes
violation Of the spirit OF the constitution In this regard,
the procuring OF any amendment thereof, by which
Congress any depa ent Of the general government,
shall have jurisdiction slavery IN any OF tho
States
2. Resolved that the constitution was ordained and
established So. forth IN the preamble, by the
people OF the United States in order To form q
perfect Union establish justice insure domestic tran
general welfare and the blessings OF liberty W
tn mseves and their posterity Al when the people Of
any State In the fu enjoyment Of all the bene-
Its intended to be secured 70 them by the constitution
their rights under disregaIded their uanqu,l
ty disturbed their prosperity retrdcd Or their liberty
mperied, by the people Of any other state full and
adequate redress can and ought to be provided for such
grievances.
3 Resolved, That the constitution of tho United
States and the acts Of Congress in pursuance thereof
are the supreme law Of the iand to which
every citizen faithful obedience, and is, there
fore, respectfully recommended 70 the Legislatures
of the several States 10 consider mpartany whatever
complaints may be made of acts as inconsistent
herewith by sister States their citizens and carefully
revise their statues in view OF such complaints and 10
repeal whatever provisions may be found 70 be contra
4. Resolved That this Convention recommend Ia tho
Legislatures Of the several States Of the union to follow
the example Of the Legislatures Of the States Of Kentucky
top the proposing Of amendments tho constitution
Of the United States pursuant TO the th article thereof
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THE INCOMING ADMINISTRATION
THE NEW CABINET.

WASHINGTON, FEB. ~, 1851.
III. differences between the republican factions rela
tive TO the construction Of the Cabinet have be@n
moved and there s little doubt that Ar. Lncon's sd-
yisers will be as folows--
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1861-07-26
The Colonelcy.

A correspondent Of the Rutland Herald
enquiries why the colonslcy of the third Reg
iment has not been rendered to Capt Truman
Seymour of the Army, who, we are reminded
by the correspondent aforesaid is Vernon
ter. The enquiry is proper one, and we
are glad to be able to answer it.
The correspondent of the Daily Herald is
informed that the colonelcy of the third reg
iment has been rendered to Capt Seymour,
but the War Department refused to release
him from the regular service. And he is
not the ouly Vermonter in the army Gov
Fairbanks has applied to to take command
Of this regiment-the best material for first
rate regiment yet sent from this State into
the field He has applied repeatedly, urging
each time additional considerations, to Col.
Phelps, to take the command, but without
success. He has urged Capt Colburn Of Cas-
Teton, another Nermonter, and distinguish
ed officer in the United States army, to &C
cept the position, but with no better success.
The fact is the Governor has been constant
uuremttng and persistent in his efforts
to get an army officer and a Vermonter to
take the command of the regiment, ard we
are happy to be able to state that at last,
through much importantly of the Governor
Capt VIM. F. Smith of the Engineer
Department Of the regular service will prob
ably be allowed to take command of the
third regiment. Capt. Smith has expressed
an ardent desire to take command of such
an excellent body Of men, and the probabili
ty now is that he will be permitted by the
War Department to do SO. He is expected
to arrive in town to-day or tomorrow and
upon his arrival assume the command, and
depart with the regiment on Wednesday for
Baltimore. Capt. Smith who is Vermonter
is one of the most distinguished officers for
learning, accomplishment and bravery, in the
United States service, and will make COM
mander to be proud Of.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1861-07-26
From the Extra of Saturday.
Third Regiment Ordered to Balti
more.

GOV. Fairbanks received despatch from
il, War Department on Thursday afternoon
or!tring the Third Vermont Regiment to re
por. forthwith to Major Gen. Banks at Balti-
more. Preparations for departure are there
:orc being made with the greatest activity
Tie Regiment will leave St. Johnsbury Wed
lesday morning next by way of Hartford ant
New Haven, and thence by transports.-
Whether the Regiment is to join the forces
in occupation of Baltimore, or whether II vii
be detailed on its arrival there for active ser
vice. is rot known at present. 1t would
seem that a Regiment so finely armed and
equipped for service as this is, ought to bt
sent into tine field of active operations in Nir
.nia, and We hope that will be its destina
ton.
The men are animated with enthusiasm a,
the prospect Of going SO soon to the seat Of
war, and the encampment presents livel!
appearance.
The companies, with the exception of one
or two recently organized, are well drilled
and all make creditable appearance. There
will be battalion drill this afternoon at 8
o'clock
For the information of the people living
on the line Of the Railroad, perhaps we ought
to state that the train next Wednesday will no,
stop at any station except to wood and water
Those therefore who desire to take finaI
leave of their friends in the Regiment must
DO 50 before their departure from St. Johns,
bury
We intend to publish the muster roll Of
the Regiment complete in an extra, which
w.l! be issued Monday afternoon.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1861-07-26
The Approaching Conflict.

The grand movement of the Federal army
in Virginia has commenced, and We trust the
victorious columns may push on until Rich
mond shall be occupied by our troops. The
.r!uv of the Potomac consists of tifty-fve
Ii us5nd men, and 10 doub. the number will
Be swtlied BY constant reinfOrcements as the
cJ.umns progress. The latest Intelligence
received at the time Of this writing, is, that
Cur forces are in possession Of Fairfax Court
House. the rebels having evacuated that place
On the approach OF our troops, without offer
.rr any resistance and retreated to Manassas
Junction. |; is said that the plan Of attack
!, t. surround Manassas Junction and COM
mence the assault on all sides. Upon the
.out Of tie rebels at this point it is thought
zen. Scot. will push on in hot pursuit, ano
beng joined by Gen. McClellan's forces. al
ready flushed with victory, the troops will bt
marched around southeriy of Richmond, ant
tie attack on the city be made from that di
.ection.
We are no doubt on the eve of the mos
Stirring events The destinies of the coun
Try for all time may be hanging upon tht
issue Of this very hour. Speculation is use
s,s. The ,elegraphic wires may be alread!
bgrdened with the Intelligence of splendid
victory gained by the army of the Union al
Manassas Junction. Let US wait patiently
and put our trust in the God of battles.
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1861-07-26
" A>uGNGTuN, july 30


|: wa> kIoNn hy our troops at the tine of
battle Yesterday that Gen Johnson had form
ID connection with Gen Beaure gard at the
iirst action a, Bulls Rm Oar folks could
distinctly hear The cars coming into Manassas
J.nction and the cheers with which the new
: arrived rebel comrades were hailed.
Their superior numbers ana position were
uot known II Wa, a,himgton. and officers in
leading th,ir mca into action only obryed
orders.
Gen >chench. Is wei as older field officers,
acted admirably. liz called his forces and
covered their retreat. s:i,. up to In, last min
ute vas per> nalil engaged in an endeavor
10 rally The men to make 4 stand at Center
vile.
Il was the arrival of fresh troops. rein
tore rert> to The enemy in superior numbers
;h.t turned me scale Of the battle. The en-
env before now n.ight have done more to
oca>, Of i they had followed up their adyan-
tage OF H.; night.
The nriahcr of Killed and wounded is gra-
Ira.Iv decreasing. 600 Zouav,s have re-
turned.
Gen Me- .ellan has been summoned by the
goycrumri.i from Western Virginia to re-
ra!r 10 y a>Gngton 70 take command of the
arinv Of the Potomac. Gen RoScpcrant,
viii ak, his place in comm4rd in III. army
of y Nr>'.rn Virginia.
In' corps oc @rmce jn Washington Is 10
~ .n>ja---H rrafSaa.zcl .i.. ii.clea>c,l. The
or''rs have altc1'.y beer ,:vaa. Officers of
fe-lm'niN are already raised and are being
ma'!t' and Viii be accepted with such rapidi,y
- t. assure tina; this MI. To-, accomplished.
Lag le.!l:c. ,i!!.!.,> iiyil ..l.irE> quarters
are already ga II aiy -a.,,.r, orlus h2y-
ing heeG te"grapi d tnr them yesterday
while the battle WAS progressing.
The Government entertans no apprehen.
sions for the safety OF the Capital. Prepara-
The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1861-07-26

Ey' \ rough individual, whose knowledge
of classical language was not quite complete,
bad been sick, and on recovering was told by
his doctor that he might take little animal
food. mo, Sill" said he, 81 took your Cruel
easy enough, but hang me if can 60 your
hay and oats"