New-York daily tribune., 1861-08-27
FROM AMERICANS IN ENGLAND.
A LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT.
MANCHESTER. June -. lS(

MANCHESTER, June IL, 1851.
DEAR sgR: The loyal Americans in Europe, actuated
by desire to serve their country and testify their de-
Sotou to is Government have contributed funds to be
expended in the way that it was thought would best
serve to maintain that Government in its strength and
integrity.
Our fellow-countymen ere loyal, and freely tender
their services and money To make these essential ell
emens potent should be the grand consideration with
practical minds and the first thought should be to per-
feet volunteers in the of the rife that in their hands
II may become the efficient weapon that ii is capable of
being mado.
1t has occurred to those in whose behalf we write
that " National Rifle Association" should be formed
whose duty it should be to have efficient organza
ion of those who are enthusiastic in the object aimed
at that funds should be raised TO endow this associa
ton by whatever plan the wisdom Of those who ad-
sibiser its affairs should deem most advisable where
BY they can provide the eoOting-ground perhaps II
might be connected with the camp on Staten lsland)
with oil thai is necessary 20 make it perfect and COM
pete for the purpOe tender prizes for the best shots,
&c. in short, awaken emulation TO become good shots
with the rife, and mould into strong and enduring
principle the entE ukasc love Of country which now
sTes the heart Of every true citizen Every effort
should be exerted TO make the volunteer an efficient
COLDER not only for the present emergency but for any
: futare danger.
We send you herewith full account of the forma-
tion and successful progress Of the National Rife
Association" established some year and half ago in
shis country.
The volunteer movement here has given birth to
ehe existence Of this Association, and we are con-
WINGED that upon perusal of their plan Of orgaIza-
ton and proceedings for the first year you will agree
with us that it is he organization OF all others wanted
In the United States 10 go hand in hand with the vol
znteer movement. .
The names of those hereunto annexed, comprising
The head Of the Government, Secretary Of War; Lent-
Gen. Scott Governor of the State OF New-fork, and
citizens civilians and soldiers, have been suggested
Provisional Commit &c to take charge OF the move
nent and make the preliminary steps TO mold II INTO
form and practical working effect.
The President Of the United States, Secretary OF
War and Lieut.. Gen. Scott could not give their pres
enee or attention, probably, but will doubtless give
he sanction OF their IS and the encouragement OF
their advice and support.
The Governor Of the State Of New-York, and the
Governors Of other States, VIII doubtless be most
happy to give their cordial assistance by becoming of
nceIs or patrons which the nature Of their position
viii make 30 valuable.
Asa commencement, and TO serve an imitation to
naqgurate the first oompetiye contests in shooting
Mi'h the tite at the target, the loyal Americans in
Europe tender four Wbitworth's rifles, as prizes.
These ites have been ordered, and are now being
made They will be ready 10 send forward soon as
zoe uldefngned can learn that the steps accordance
s"o 1ess, Or better suggestions, have been taken.