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Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-02-24
"a Proclamation.

''Itis recommended TO the people of the United
States that they assemble in their customary
places for public solemnities, on the Odd day of
February, and celebrate the anniversary of the
birthday of the Father of his Country, by causing
70 be read 70 them his Farewell Address
"a. LINCOLN.
"WN H SEWARD, Secretary of State"
In compliance with the suggestion of the Pres
ldent, we this morning publish the Farewell Ad
dress of the Father of his Country and we trust
that it viii receive the consideration from every
reader which is pre- eminently due to the wise
and patriotic sentiments of him who was first in
war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his
country mea." If his counsels had been needed
the present difficulties would never have occurred
We especially direct attention to the profound
reverence With which WASHINGTON regarded the
Constitution and all its obligations, and also to
his warning against the formation of sectional
and geographical parties which he predicted
would resolt in the very evils which have threat
ened the destruction of the Union In referring to
the Government which had been put in operation
under his Administration, vs. AsHIxeToN said: Re-
sPect for its authority compliance with its laws.
quiesence its measure, are duties enjOined by the
fundamen al maxims of true liberty. The basis
of our political systems is the right the people
TO make and alter their constitutions of govern
ment; but the Constitution, which at any time
exists. til changed by an explicit and authentic
act of the whole people, is sacredly obligatory
upon all. These sentiments should be deeply
impressed upon the public mind and should con
troll the action Of every citizen. A disregard of
constitutional obligations and an unconstitutional
or threatened interference with the rights, immu
mites and institutions of some of the States with
those Of others have had much to do in causing
the civil war now raging and which has devasta-
ted some Of the fairest portions of the country.
The only hope for permanent restoration of
the Union is in return to that Just observ-
anee of al our constitutional duties and OBJ
legations which distinguished the early
days Of the Republic. We believe that th,,
great body of the people of the North are now
iulhred with this sentiment and from the troubles
asrhavts threatened the overthrow of the Gov
ernment--a Government which the experience
wisdom nj ingenuity of the present generation
can not imprOve-will arise a constitutional par
ty that viii sweep into a common grave Adolf
tionis Secessionisni and their kindred heresies,
which The people now see can not be tolerated
without he destruction of our political systems
ana will their overthrow all hope of constitu-
fiona l;i ortv - go e a3i4 JUGS
:. - -r-at-. r---.l- -rr u go e..
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-02-24
MopefuI sIgn.

1of-s hts Hopeful sign, orer1 rr-.r
The Recommendation Of the Prsidentfor the
ceIebrstioh OF the Anniversary Of the Birthday
Of tie Father Of his Country was generally re-
spondei 70 and in many places. BY enthusiastic
demonstrations, The reading of his Immortal
Farewell Address, as il is styled by the Chief
Magfstrstte of the nation, was the leading feature
in the ceremonies Of the day wherever it was OBJ
served. II its lessons and counsels, which re-
ceised he cordial APPROPRIATION Of MADISON, of
JEFTERsoS, Of ADAxs, Of HAMLroS. and Of all
the patriotic and far seeing statesmen who were
their associates ia the work of achieving lib
sTty md Independence. and of establishing
tie institutions which made US powerful aud
prosperous government are needed BY those who
ROW ccns6tu,e he nation. the Constitution will
lie mail xained and the Union preserved with all
tie blessings and privileges they secured to US
Individually and collectively. W ssHISGToS warned
his coH,trymen Of the dangers OF parties founded
upon sectional issues and geographical distine
rioBs; the evils of partisan misrepresentation
TO secure Influence in one section Of the country
b. falsely representing the opinions and objects
ofSd1er sections, the effects of which we are now
experiencing, and be counselled stsict adherance
20 CONSTITUTIONAL obligations and faithful OBJ
seryance of all constitutional dufies as the first
and highest duty of the citizen The ol,
ira usa17oi both sections OF, the country
have disregarded these age counseIs. With this
class the triumph OF party or the success of
schemss at variance with the Constitution has
been o. higher consideration than the unity of the
government, upon which rests national indepcnd-
enee and the security Of the privileges, immuni-
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-02-24
senator Cowap.

1t gives US much pleasure to learn that Sena-
tor Cowan, of this State. has expressed his inten
ton to act with the conservative party in Con-
gress. He is said TO have no sympathy with rabid
men who are seeking to violate. the Constitution
while they are protesting to defend it. The press
against him by the Abolition portion of his party
has been very heavy, but threats, entreaties and
brides have all failed to divert him from the man
" ground that he has chosen Senator Dowan is
bold, consistent and sensible statesman- A
strong anti-slavery man, anxious to see the inst-
tuition quickly and finally exterminated from the
country, he has too much common sense not to
perceive that the plans of his fellow Senators,
Sumner, Wilson, Hale and others, would not
only weaken the National cause, but riyet the
fetters OF the black man with double force. We
are not SO much of a partisan that we can not
freely praise the course of a political opponent
when il is right, and in this case Senator Covan
is deserving of the applause Of all honest and
conservative. people. His acts shall shine in
pleasant contrast with the feeble. selfish and big
oted career of his Falstaffian colleague, Mr.. Viii
mot.-Lancoster (Pennsyipania) InfeLIisencer.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-02-24

The CONFEDERATE STEAMER FANDERBILr "A
Washington dispatch TO the Philadelphia Gazette
savs:gJ SIS f-l aeaes4 lssr rz-'i 90 ,selsif 81 j
The rumored running OF the Mississippi block
ade by the rebel steamer Vanderbilt is confrmed.
She left the port of Havana the latter part of De
cember, and after run of about one week land
ed her cargo, passengers and mails in New Or
leans. Her cargo, il is said, consisted of powder,
clothing and miscellaneous articles, which were
taken into Havana by sailing vessel, from Mas
sau, and then transhipped on the Vanderbilt. As
the Vanderbilt did not leave New Orleans for
HAVANA until early. in December, she had thus
made the run safely out and back, with a valua-
bic cargo each way, in about one month, ~,
Ia We would call the attention of all having
business in Minnesota, tosthe card of j. W Me-
Chung. attorney atlaw.. Mr.. Mcelupg can give
the best Of city reference. and viii be the very
best man to attend to any, business in Mime
sosaH 5. f5lll e.. srnif,u1,sai afr d6wlt
f.,.s ~. =. d. =. -. - - Lr-.I-4f =. .-sffe
Prom ssv. Mr. NeUa1<s, rrstoy or Roberts ozaps
ISDtASAroLls. October 8, 1857.
Oh. c. W, RoBAck--Dear Sir i have used
your Blood Purifier for nervous affection from
which have suffered much at tines While II
is pleasant to the taste. il certainly has a. ppy
effect upon the nerves Please acceptm thanks
for your kind regs-ds, and believe me .fF
=. Yours, j. T,NcMrILKS q
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-02-24

Tne Unio, AZ must be preserved.
4e l--.JstckNOa
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-02-24

"a Western Virginia retains slavery and free
negroes. The Constitutional Convention in ses
sion at Wheeling has agreed upon the following
provision, which is said to be in accordance with
popular Sentiment: "No slave shall be brought.
or free person of color shall come. into this
State for permanent residence, after this Consti-
tuition goes into operation" Not many slares
have been brought into Virginia during many
years past. She has been a negro raisingAnd
negro exporting Sate.a We speak now of the
whole State.f The number of slaves IN Western
Virginia is small. and will doubtless diminish
from year 20 year The ban Against free negroes
shows how worthless a population they are es
tsemed BY people who know all about them
Cb;-,,aa Times - U.f rr-irtt1oH rT9a aliiE fI-
,--Itissaid that -Secretsry Qameron's son has
been deeply concerned not only I'm horse and beef
contracts. bat in great variety ofother operations
by whichhe has already realized fortune much
larger than that which the ebrother.law of Score
tary Welles pocketed from his commission sor the
purcase of old vessels. Some say that youne
Cameron has made inorethan million of dollars,
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-02-24
Democratic Union State Ticket.

hF FOR SECRETARY or STATE NJ
Q lClsA L4NlEs1S. ATHON, "A =
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07
Iunboat IudiauoIs.

Under the guidance Of Quartermaster
En0ch q. Sanders. &C, on Sunday last, ex-
amined the interior works and compartments
Of the iron-plaied mln-of-wAr ludanola.
and was surprised AZ the rapidity OF her finish
On the hrst rise Ia the river she will. no
doubt. turn her prov "Dixieward' She is
plated on the outside With inch iron. with
ID inches or more OF timber forming her
hull. with a tower. also iron-casei being
pierced for six port holes. inside OF which i
mounted two ll-inch ll60-pounders) Dal-
ghren guns. has Eve boilers and seven en-
giiles. two FOR her side wheels. two for her
propeller screws. two for her capstains, and
one doctor engine. aud. when completed,
With her lgll complement OF guns and men.
she alone will be able 70 destroy all the rebel
batteries located on the rivers between this
point and the Gulf Of Mexico. We refrain
from giving full description Of this poEerlul
sar vessel. not wishing to give any more
Information 10 the rebels through their
friends IN this locality than We possibly can.
bot the friends Of the Union can rect assured
that with such genflemsnlY aud gallant OIL
GERS - Capt. Brown and First Master Yates.
the ll-inch Dalghrcns Gill make their mark
on the rebels. somewhere soon sure The
hospital department Il comfortable and CON
plele. and the sick or wounded will be eeli
attended by our Young friends Albers. hos
Pitsl steward. Net having full let Of her
eaces we are unable 10 give them entire.
but Mr.. Ssnders assures Ne they have been
selected for their capacity aud gentlemsnly
bearing alone Assoc AZ The men get TIER
uniforms the boat and crew will present a
say appearance
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07
General Bragg and lsSs Arm,

Tho army of General Bragg ia said 20 be
ono of the the most highly disciplined in the
service Of the Confederate States Tosuch
perfection has discipline been brought that
Struggling is said TO be almost unknown. -
General Bragg Is unqucstionable al excel
lent discipliurian, and a very brave man; ou,
he seems to have been greatly deficient in
soue OF the other qualities which constitute
a great commander. Nodoubt, serving uu-
der some man OF great military genius, he
would have made an excellent su bordinatc
The talent of separate command, howev-
ef, IS very rare, aud 10 II least docs not
seem 10 possess it.
When General Bragg arrived at Chatta-
nooga. about the 25:h of July, il was conf.
IDENTIFY affirmed that he would move in ten
days. The greatest anxiety was felt in 10
gard to this movement. because from the
character Of the army be commands, IL was
expected that great blow would be struck
Every body supposed that lac would attack
Buell. at Nashville. because the water WAS -
low that he could not he reinforced. ani
that sPscia. terror OF all our commar.ier-.
tho guub0ats, could not Do EMPLOYED II
Bnell were beaten Mt Nashville, the eastern.
portion of Tennessee would be redeemed -
Bragg would he placed between Louisville
and Rosccfan= Hc could either drop down
into Mississippi. and reinforce Van Dorne, or
no could march opon Louisville. which was
very slenderly defended
The main object, therefore. was 10 defeat
Buell. first OF all. Ii appears TO "a that. had
he united all his forces as early as the 10Th OF
August, or even fortnight later, no could
not have failed 20 beat Buell.. who was great
~ alarmed for the position. and ready to
leave Il upon very little provocation. Gen
ersl Bragg, however. conceived altogether a
different plan OF campaign. and, ~ j, has
since prov ed. most disastrous one. lie not
only left Buell. at Liberty 20 march where he
pleased. but permitted him. by bis tardy
movements, TO get TO Louisville first, and
there 10 receive the enormous reinforce
ments which the new Yankee levy il pour
ing in every day. lie has failed because he
is too slow.
What i called n cautious General Is tho
most dangerous OF all Generals in the world
to hes own friends lie will make no
movement unless he be certain OF success
lie stands still and permits his enemy 20 ma
nUuvre as he plcases. from the fear of doing
something rash His enemy takes adyan-
tage of the slow motions. doubtless on him.
and At last cOmpcls him TO move. whether he
will or not, This seems to have been the
case with General Bragg. He has thrown
away tae most glorious opportunity ever Of
fered to an American General. We very
much fear that whoever succeeds him will
never fad such another The winter il
coming on and the river will rise The
whole Southwest will soon be penetrated
with hundreds OF gunboats and tens Of thou.
sands Of Yankee troops Who l. TO succeed
General Bragg General Johnson. OF course.
would be the man; but he j. said not TO have
sufficiently recovered to be able TO undergo
the fatigue Of . campaign Richmond Dis.
safrk or %
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07

The troubles Of the Rebels. Il appears, afs
no 20 be confined merely 70 those incident
TO their treason ~ the United States Gov
eminent. from the Richmond DsspafcA. II
THURSDAY last. We learn that the Seminole
Indians have recently com-iittci eeveral
dcprcdsfions upon families rosid,dg nesr tic
"chsrlie Popka" creek Ia Southern FLORIDA.
and tieir property. Four honcsie.ds had
bees rendered vacsn, by The slaughter Of
their inmates. and all the residents of that
section. mainly. necessarily. women and chi
dren. Who have been enabled u escape. are
heeing before the maraudefs.
The stream referred TO by the Derpafrl =
evidently the Talachopka or Pcsse creek
which has is source 10 the nothern part Of
Hillsborough county. and couning southwsrd
emysies INTO charleston barber or BOA
Srsuts. Oh the western coast Of florida
Hilisboron<h county borders upon the west
coast Of the STATE. contains an area OF about
oas thoesand square miles AID . population
81 ab9at three tbogsand.
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07

ELECTION news comes in slowly. Ia the
States Of Massachusetts, and Michigan the
Union ticket has meet with success. The
little State Of Delaware has probably gone
against the Democrats. In Illinois the vote
on the State Offices. Is close. The majority
Of the Congressman Is Democrats. The
vote In New York Is not We, known definitely
bat il Is probably largely Democratic.
We are glad that the elections have all
been held. but not entirely satisfied with the
result We trust the country will not lose
anything. however. by the manner in which
they have terminated. There was a vas'
amount Of the biiteres, political passion
m .nifested during the canvass, and We trust
|, will now rest until the country Is extfica-
ted from its present horrible dilemma Par
tsan prejudice and passion have zone the
country much injury. Oae OF our ables'
and wiscst Statesmen. once said, that "ths
tactics OF parties were the standing armies
Of America. and they were more formidable
20 our liberties. than the standing armies oil
Europe we're to liberty there
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07
\ Rolling stone Gather. no Nos.

We'll. VIA, Of thatf Who wants 70 be =
NOISY old stone. away in some damp corner
OF pasture. where sunshine and fresh air
never come. ior the cows 70 rob themselves
against. and for snails and bugs TO crawl over
Aa@ sosds % sqas, uader among poisonous
~s<dst IL . tar better % be a smooth and
polished stoae. rolling along ia the Drawing
ssreAn Of human lite. wearing OF the rough
corner. and bringing %, The nrm crys,allirs
STRUCTURE OF The granite. or The delicate vein.
o. the agate. or the easlcedony. IL Is tbs
perpetual eaanag AID rubbing IN the whirl.
tcS caFrsct that sho~s What sort ct sris a
n2a . made of. ADD Wat Use be . good for.
tss sAads.ose and soapssoes are soon ground
down 70 sAa1 and mud. but TIE srn rock =
ssi<>Is1 for sns towering fortress. and The
aAnsS4 q cat sni 2o.see5 fcg sss noa.
sreeb erov.-
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07
The Prospect for Trouble with
France.

Our dispatches from tho East indicate
trouble OF some kind with France. IL l. sta
ted that the French Legation has pfcsentcdsto
our Secretary OF State propositions OF some
kind which will change tho whole char
actor ut the var. We do uos soc At pfese 1t
bow the character OF the war can DO changed
iron IL original purpose. Itisa var on our
part for the purpose OF maintaining our nation
Atty aud enforcing bene6cent. laws where
Fsdsra authority has been overthrow. IL lie
Just sueb war as is fully justited on tho part
9th, FEDERAL Government. no nation on
earth OF any responsibility or power
would submit 20 be torn by domestic
faction, and compelled to surrender hall
lie territory withou, 6rst eyhsustiog lite
military strength against i,s enemies. Were
the United States Government 10 re-
n IN silent or inactive and allow Itself to
b divessed Of It's nationality. of the diets
sIoa OF any European power. IL would be the
seoA and scorn Of the whole civilized world.
and it would Justly be 30. II ihe Govern
msn. does not take care Of itself. u 10 cor
tain tia, nc other poser will care for Il. far
Their than 10 destroy H. Disastrous % a
var with France or Englsnt would hs. Tia
assioa eauaos humiliate itself A. the bij OF
foreign dictatiou. Ii caauos Weld. or fold its
banner 10 coward despair. IL must tight "a.
sher shan yield is rights. honor. OF integrity
ss ito bidding Of, the British erown cF
abe kmpesos u IrAIcs There !. 10
Other alternative o.s Sat. y either Of shsse
swo Governments yrss-E4s - latsrlsss il our
snAifs We shouA. % c01rss. FsEfes hat
our Government sboaid become Involved N
war with France AZ this time sad sc hope i
nay be sssrted Bat &c conies matters q,
ysesent ID rot look 80 suspicious IL that d
ssrsiol. - va M. '-~re There = eFi-
IDENTITY some trouble ahead France has
beer our traditional ally. ba, il has been an
aii.snce " interest. and not from any par
SECULAR motives Of friendship. or compatible
ny OF political sentiment. Europe despises
. Government OF the people. and a. our i
one of that character. IL msy choose the
present erisis TO destroy the majesty aud
growth ofrspublicsn government on this con-
Gnent. Both England and France are de-
esived As to she full resources Of the North.
and would find themselves .ofully deceived
IN . struggle with u, even in the midst Of
shs rebellion. They are both pewerless,
even a. ,his time, 10 Invade Us, and their
commerce would suffer most terribly from
the hundreds OF privsieers which the North
could put In service almost instantaneously
OF the commencement Of hossilities. IL i
true that the var would be prolonged. but
~s would surely come out Of tho eoutss, vic
toriously. In such conteet tho people would
stand by the Government II il would stand
BY the people. The Govern ment esnlo,
yield II necessary u must and will fight
is ns,isnality must be preserved. and lie
honor AID rights vsndica,ed
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07
Nan-oIWar Vanderbilt

The steamship Vanderbilt. presented TO
the government by Commodore Vanderbilt.
and fitted out 10 sink the Merrimac If she had
offered a chance before blown up by the
Rebels themselves, has been thoroughly
converted into a steam man-of war, looking
more formidable, the Tribune saws. than the
line OF battle ship North Carolina She is
as strong IN every part as regular navy
builtvessel, and Is swilier than any Of those
IN our navy Orders have been received a.
New York TO &c her ont for sea at once. aud
she will be named and equipped IN a few
days. Acting Lieut.. Baldwin will DC the
commander
Cannot the swift Vanderbilt hunt Up AID
bring Ia the practical steamer Alabama
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07

The story Of desostcf i. - BFsgg sarmy.
wbich De len beyond Cumberland Gap. -
related by The New Albany lied L<dev
The rebel army Is already peariy destitute
o: sae-istsnce. aud bad scrt O. Chsftsnooxa
foE stores. he storie. about Brsrg AIRY
70 inmeuse quantities. az provisions out Of
Aentscky are al gsnon-he vcns cut ofthc
State IS destitute. N this particular. a. lie
catered =. lie states tai Bragg. iasen-
tson ~ % rusA 70 ChsttarooEs ss rspi.liy
a. pcssio'e. and thar u vas generally uoaer-
riood IA he rebel array that be e1ntsmpis-
tel an stvanoe fron hat point rPon N.ss-
Vie. lie ssrs there e no truth he report
thai Br.SE had been ordered 70 reinforce
l-ee n virriass-
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07

Tux laies. ners. from Tie Potomac md
sAtss. as IL has fer tho last few days. that n
great battle cannot be mach longer posipon-
Cd. Skirmshing Is going on continually. but
20 Tar has only served TO place the armies
10 position AMI mass the forces on either side
tor tho final struggle. II Is absolutely nee
sssary that General AcCIKIIAs should fight
soon, or not at all this winter. The weather
b becoming cod. - FL rains sill set 10
before long. and the roads WI become N
such condition as to be.impassible with Tue
vast material composing his army. a great
battle and Federal victory now would be
worth more than hundred million dollars IL
gold TO the Government and the cause OF th'
Cnion We trust such 40 event will occu
within few days.
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07

Fs.s AZ Hams Fxaks-A Ses,ras-
t.vs sss occurred a. HsrPss's Ferry % The
80 .lstsat. dsssroysng part II tie ucslle-
sosk - ne railroad bridge. traia ofc.r
AID a.rss easatsfsss % ksy. u Vas feared
t1st ne oefoisg cara would eomnanicate
lie ts1es % tes s-siss. ard locomotive
vs. sst&eesc ard taev ~s-e h.s,iy yur across
20 he 4kreis4d 30. rAsre they were ssoo
hsrned -. C7~art q ave ha1tresi feet Il
re lrc<1ie-sorx va destrevei. bat tAs
bridge vxs s.~ec. Tbs = ne foas.A lms
tat he exsensss ue-tes have eesa de-
strorsd tnrlfg TIE var
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07

Tar AEsxSAt fSvrsrsaN1los. The coart
81 itQuiFy sFroiascd some tsme siDco by The
Was Department. - isqnirc iuto The c.use
- The esrlc-ion az he arsenal. have ccpcla.
dst their labor, and made thcir rsoor,
~hich hss 10, -et becn pub.ic by tie De-
psrtne1f- lcsserds, Ne learned thai 81
>y--.oStoas 10 conusnd.of q The po.t ~
ne usse Of he Gssssier. I'D besa reliered
ey sse "sr Depsrt@eut The development
sasds ~ ths esurs nav have is5rcea thc
eA.aes. As1os WA.ts< CT Sew York. ue
understand, Ia been ordered % tsse con
zart iee srsc-ai.-Pirrts-y Drr>ssrs.
The daily Wabash express. (Terre-Haute, Ind.) 1857-1867, 1862-11-07

luf ballon II Turkey has refused q sane
i'oa proposed Feasesion ~ thirty per ee.s
on the salaries Il ~ tlsvefnfnsnt cssaio.eel
lie le reported - have remarked that The
employees have already suffered too much a
be again satseeisi - ncv ptivaiions