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Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05

Last Thursday was generally observed in
This city by our people. But for the
presence Of the crowd of circus loaiers in
our streets, the city would have presented
solemn, Sunday appearance. Services were
held in oil the churches, and in some of the
pnlpits our "natiQnal sins came in for a
complete everhauling. If blowing up "sin"
periodically by some of our preachers would
cure our national ills, we ought to have
been a happy people long ago. But unfor-
lUnately the responsibility seems TO end
with the mere declaration of the existence
al sin, and, instead of acting out the rebuke
IN practical way, We have only the poor
satisfaction of knowing that, with the mere
enuneation of the fact that sin does abound,
the whole duty of the preacher has been
performed, in this particular at least and
that all which is TO follow rests with the
| people who listen.
We believe there are very few national
sins" that do not have their origin, and in
deed their chief sustenance and support, in
individual sim Pride, selishness, inordi-
nate ambition, desire for undue popularity,
cgotsm, vanity and thousand other lolies
and sins are often cherished in the individu
al so ardently, and engross so much of his
attention and care, as that at last they be
come Incorporated into what is termed
society" and thence send out their influ.
ences into whole communities and peoples
until they become national in their opera
tion, extent, and OWL consequences. Tc
cure our national sins therefore, the process
of Individual publication must begin and
il necessary, let it begin with the preacher
lilo cannot teach others with profit, until he
has first taught himself the first lessons q
humility and sincerity 1t is impossible
that vain, conceited, egotistical speaker
can command the same degree of respect oil
confidence Of his hearers, as one who i!
void of these defects. me" and al" re-
pealed over and over again in almost ever
s sentence, are not the most interesting word
preacher can utter to listening audience
nor are beautiful sentences capped an,
tipped with the varied colors of romance
{ the best to enter into the hearts of the peo
c pie. They may do for newspaper items, an,
Q read quite well but they will not ente
4. very far into the serious and solemn media
tions of the listener. And so with othe
forms of individual sin. Each has its par
ticular influence upon the mass and ever
= individual, be he preacher or layman,
c bound by the most solemn obligations {
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
Slavery in MARYLAND.

We have received the following query from a
correspondent:
QHTy-what is the position of the American
on tho question of emancipation in Maryland
Many of yonr readers are anxious That you should
speak out definitely on the subject.
FREE LABoR.
We did not suppose that any one ut THIS late
day had any doubts rs to the position of the
American on the important subject II there
are any such, however, we now '~speak out"
plainly for their information:
First-We believe that if slavery had been
abolished in Maryland ten years ago it would
now rival Massachusetts, in manufactures, wealth,
and commercial greatness
Second We believe that the sooner Maryland
is rid Of slavery the better II will bp for the pre-
sent generation md for those that are to come
after us.
Tbrd-We believe that slavery would long
since have disappeared in Maryland il there had
been no atempt made to force such u result
Emancipation was popular twenty years ago, and
would have worked It's own success # il had been
left 10 itself
FOurlh-We believe that the shareholders re-
bellion has virtually staked the triumph or de.
structon of slavery in all the States as the issue
Of the conflict II the Union is mnint lined ela.
very will f.l everywhere, aud will only exist as
weak State institution in II few of the Cotton
States.
Fith-lf the rebellion should triumph, which
is not possibility the destiny of Maryland Will
the free North isnow fixed and uuluislakatie
Sixih-We therefore regard il MS self eyilen
that slavery can mo longer exist in Mary land II
u means OF profitable labor, and tile sooner thns,
Interested III it come to the sune conclusion tn
better for themselves.
Seyenth-As to compensated emancipation
we are unwilling that those who do not ow
slaves should force tluse WIN tlo eaner;oilp III
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05

The Charleston Mercury says that the
Unionists captured at Grand Lake, louisiana
1000 prisoners, two rams, four transports
and three gunboats. a despatch from
Brookville, Georgia, to the Hon. John
Forsyth, Mobile, says that the Unicnsts
have taken Mayhem, on tile Mobile and Ohio
railroad, eighteen miles from Columbus
Mississippi. This movement threatens the
Southern railroad communications general
". a large Union force was within twelve
miles of Houston, Mississippi, on the 18th,
designing to destroy the Mississippi Central
Railroad.
From New Orleans we learn ofstill further
military successes by the gallant Banks. II
is reported that he has captured Alexandra
on the Red River, Rapides county, about
$50 miles Northwest of New Orleans. 1t is
q small town of GOO inhabitants, but an i'm
portant one to the rebels as The river is ma
ygable up to and beyond that place and
supplies are plenty in the region to feed the
rebel troops. This course Of supply will now
he cut off and cripple the forces at PorI
Hudson and Nicksburg. Still further
Banks seems to be determined to clear al
that part of Louisiana Of the rebels, and I,
prevent their getting any support from tina
quarter. So far his movements have beel
judiciqus and prompt, and he has given
damaging blow to the secession cause il
that part Of the country.
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05

'NN'fN'HfN
Apin-2i Dl
TRIRNp EcKEL;
| have seen in newspaper re-
Gently that the credit is given to the State Of
Georgia for the capture Of two schooners, which
really belongs to the Mount Vernon The State
of GeorRia, was temporarily netting as the iiag
ship while the lroquis was absent at Beaufort,
N. O., after coal. on the oath of March last
when the Mount Vernon gave chase and over.
hauled the schooner Mary Jane, from Halifax
N. $. We put prize crew on board the schoOn-
er before the State of Georgn knew Of the cap
tune, and all the service she rendered was to
signal to US to 60 in and get hawser to the
sci ooner and tow her out from under the fire Of
Fort Fisher, which we did, while the State of
Georgia kept out of harms way, yet she came in
for share of the prize. The next morning we
took another, the schooner Rising Dawn. of
Prince Edward Island, (English), and there was
vessel 10 sight to assist us had we needed aid,
yet the State of Georgia came in for share of
the prize. This morning, we tn0k another prize
the schooner St George, of bermuda, supposed
TO he loaded with arms for secesh. She wns in
three tathoms water and under the guns 0i the
Fort, but we run pretty close . them and order.
ed them to hcnye to-, and they lowered their
sails, and we put a prize crew on hoard md
stood out to sea, out OF range VI the guLa OF
Fort Fisher, about o'clock, a. m. AtlAylight,
We made inst to her with hawser, and towed
her to the ing ship. Ii the commander of the
State of Georgia Chains any portion of this vcs-
sci, he will have 10 do il against our protest
which will accompany the schooner into port
The state Of ueorga is the flag ship now-tcip
pornrily-as before, as the lroquoiA, Capt Cnse
snow NJ Beaufort coaing his ship
We are NIL we'll. We have had 1t pretty rough
on the blockade this last winter, and lost four OF
five anchors and MS many parts of chains. Tht
officers aud crews deserve credit for the manner
in which they have performed their duty, on al
occasions We have frequent visits from sccesl
in the shape OF boat loads of contrabands claim
ing citizenship under President Lincons Procla
nation Should anything worthy Of note occur
| will write agnin.
| We chased n steamer over one hundred mile.
ON the LIST of March, but by throwing powder
boxes and barrels ot tho cargo overheard, the,
got away, We hope to do better next time.
| Yours truly, h.
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
May.
NY TINE nAun OF TOWN. uAl

ny THE BARD or Towtn NALL.
In times more innocent than ours,
When children OF the larger growth
Could yield TO love and sport with flowers,
And (child.likc stilD could cherish both,
In that blessed time the First of May
Was made joyous holiday.
When Earth her floral crown assumed,
Aud birds in gleelul ch0rus joined,
Then, while the face Of nature hlunmel.
MaiJens and youths their hrows would hind
With chnplets of the various dies
That every smiling field supplies
Aud ono fair damsel on that dry
Was chosen for the Queen of May,
Aud many brilliant Aowery gem
Was wreAthed to form her dialem.
Tho times have changed, the First of May
Is still q most suggestive day;
For when May blossoms shall appear,
Aud songs of joyous birds we hear
We know that we, with proper wear,
For springs caresses should prepare;
Aud then to Tower Hall we HE,
Quite sure to find good supply.
Our stock of Really maio Clothing is the lar
gesl in Philadelphia, comprising n full assortment
of all desirable styles Of tho season, of every
size and quality.
Our prices arc much below present market
rates. TOWER HALL,
No, 5lS MARKET street,
BENNETT 4 co,
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
From the Army of the Rappahannock
Progress of zen. Hooker.
REBELS MASSlNG THEIR TROOPS IN OUR FRONT
GEN. SLOVENIAN REPORTED AS
DESTROYING THE RICHMOND
RAILROAD.


The following statement is derived from
gentlemen who left tho Rappahannock on
Saturday.
They confirmed the statement already
Published that our army has crossed the
Rappahannock and Rapidan rivers with less
opposition than was anticipated by the most
sanguiue
The rebels massed considerable force on
their front on Thursday and at night there
was some artillery practice between our and
the Rebel guns at long range.
AS soon as the rebels learned on Wednes-
day that our forces had crossed above Fred
ericksburg, they commenced moving troops
to intercept the advance, and continued il
all night, and the following day.
Trains were constantly running with
troops from Richmond, and the enemy had
concentrated all their available troops
around Fredericksburg.
The latest news from Chaucelloryille
about ten miles southwest of fredericksburg
now occupied by our troops, is, that Gen
Stoneman's cavalry force had cut the rail
road leading to Richmond. This is stated
on the assertion of gentleman connected
with the civil department the Government
who arrived at Washington on Saturda,
morning.
There isno doubt of the fact that our arm,
was at last accounts in the most cheerful an,
hopeful condition, and a congratulatory ad
dress of Gen, Hooker to the army on Thurs
day, had inspirited it with determination
to succeed. The rebels will have to ligh
Hooker on battle field selected by himself
or surrender.
eoNGRATuLAroRY ORDER or GEN. HOOKER.
liEAD-Qt ARTERs OF THE ARMY
or THE POToMAc, April Goth
GENERAL oRDEts, No. Alt is wit
heartfelt qualification that the Commandn
General announces to the army talat til
operations of tho last three days have de
termined that our en- emy must either i'nglor
ously fly or come oil 1t from behind h is de
fences and give us ba tile on our own or, run
where certain destrut ton awaits him.
The operations of the 9Th, llth and 2t
corps, have been succession of splent u
achievements.
by comma nd Of
lSignedl Major General HooKRR.
S. VII LIANs, Adjutant
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
FROM SAN FRANCISCO.
Terrible Steamboat Explosion-40 Killed
and Is Scalded.

SAN Francisco, May 1.-The small steam
er Oda Hancock, employed in conveying
passengers from the wharf AT San Pedro TO
the steamer Senator, which anchors in
deep water i've miles from the landing, ex-
ploded her boiler on the nth ult., killing ~
ont of 60 passengers, and wounded all the
rest except Z.
Among the killed were captain Seelay,
VIM. b. II. Sanford, Fred Keerlin son Of
the late General Albert Sidney johnson, Dr.
II. NJ Miles, VIM. =. Richie, Hiram Kim
ball, Il Mormon Missionary and Capt. JOS
Bryant.
Our markets are dull speculation and the
concentration of the stock of bagging has
caused IN advance of 20 per cent. Atlantic
currency and exchange is at the rate of 30 c
40 premium for gold on New York. Ster-
ling exchange unexahanged. Legal tenders
Ga &C.
SAN FRANcisco, May 2.-Arrived, ship
Raft er, from Manila.
\ good trade is doing with the Mexican
ports, principally in the dry goods and
merchandise suited TO the extensive mining
enterprises going on there, and with Oregon
and other northern ports but trade with the
interior of the State is unaccountably de
layed. Generally the markets are heavy
with little recent change in prices.
Tho operations in mining stocks Absorb
attention among the capitalists and business
men. The Gould 4 Curry mine has jus
declared fourth monthly dividend of Sl0l
per foot Well authenticated Information
from the REESE river confirms the richness o
some the new silver mines opened there
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
MARRIED.

sTAFFORD-TAYLoR--On the Goth ut., by
the Rev, Charles Brock, JosEpn STAFFORD, Of
Providence, Rhode Island, to MANY. daughter
Of James Taylor, Ego, of Wilmington, Del
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS the Parsonage
of the Union NJ. + Church. 9Th street,
near West, gu the 3Olh by the Rev. j. A. Grin.
de MIR. McnARD II. TEMrLRMAN of New Cas-
tie County, to Miss MARY A. DusnANE of Cecil
Go. Md.
MACkLEM-DAVlS.-On Thursday afternoon,
April Both, by the Rev James Ottcrson. at the
Parsonage of the Grecnhill Presbyterian
Church. Mr.. john NJ. MAcRLRM to Miss Fill
EAnRTn DAVIS, all of New Castle County Del
RElN0LDS-ALEXANDER.--In PHILADELPHIA,
OH the 30th ult, by Rev. S, W. Thomns Pas
tor of st. Paul's NJ. H. Church. Mr. ISRAEL NJ
RsVNoLps, of Chester County, Pa, to Miss ,lu.
liza u ALEXANDER, of Delaware
SANBpRN-JESTER same city, on the
a0th ult, by Alderman Chas Welding, Dr. d
NJ. SANBoRN, of the city OF Baltimore, to Mis-
AMANnA JESTER of kirkwood, New Caet
County, Del
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
4 LOUISIANA SHAREHOLDERS VIEW OF
AFFAIRS


A lctter dotrt W..t r,i;o;on. ,ta,.l 1-n.
addressed IA the t,outctor ~ IN p"at ~ NJ
Orleans md yrittcn l., a"V Wv u, wv
save ''''s'"n" f'"''r'
The Northern Republicans lenoruee sl0vc,v
curse is mt Nora slYver, r i's - n"' so ny
thc slnvps If iolicions o,,i H. I - w. ; ",N
ns Onr ,co,s nv, H.; ""u Wy hnso luhru
concentrated in ,on,Ys NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. tuop'v'
tois edmcatc rn;,rsal, a''u VI
tho l;scmss;nn AZ ,hn ~ Ssous.o'nou "
the nulnit AMI tho mass W. a,o - 49,
critproi lisnarsod ns,,, mS "'e rurey aeri-
tory fry ncwsnoners circuin,in,. w. ',.'l
me Inasses derivip, to; ,''JS U.s., uiu
main frn,n Tho snneclns t ,,nt,, e - wy
and other itinernnt orninrs IIcnco M
lence of errnr Hence ,t,n a Wy liNs"-
thnt tho aloc,ion NJ NJ T;'1. Il ue.usion
sou,h onl tha, Sonas,i,, "ou'u rum Ii'e
Snccsson rr,nr .,,,n,, r,,, N.'i1 .opieuy
conirarv ,ho 1aa,r; ''',a nv poul'ei uh NV
broaebcd sever,J timcs 1itIi ,in at sr.'
vcars and ho1 ham rn;a,,I H.. wv ''s' .''euii
Stotc save Snnth Cnroino ~ s.s.s Svu,"ern
knowledged as once IiJ FolIn,s;mr Mn TaG,.
son ,ho Lstrnct ~. oeVi
rs;nc,ad IL ~, oa,i, y. oeoossIou'
anI ci,ias IN vinist,,". is.I ~ wi .o"hs
| il, pn,a, p,,,,,a onI x - ni 80" t'n'0iivN o
aao1Ia 800 a. 49, 80, ~" olelus; "here tne
ino,a osol =, .ne minority
ocIing an tbe scat,eroI a,, w..
nonntsiion were anehie "o u'ns.lueeu .ufa
puf af me- In,on hS , " Ja,,g uver.wo states
,a, roraa ,"o u'uiaIY ae's o. Con
IA n yote of ihe pcorle '''' '"''' oru'i"iceS
The nausnoners ,i,a, ,,o,,,..o Il. a., CO,
not echoce ~ ,,ubIi, sa,, ,;t ~, ~ ''Vu'u ",V
in the hands df yo,,ng " inn lnsy 9re manly
s,nments Of oys s"o,an. nien OF lhe m
nrgsss"s ,boy rnc.i aaNi"s 'u piSPery pnt inc
@ercrorn lnyiina r'.e, ,' from hiehmohu' ana
If tbe neonl,. III, fom ro "non 'nu great pony
rrcal trs ms, 'g Th; pVeuy' una would gladly
reta" enu pass Inls leelhg generally pre-
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
Fast Life and Swift Decay.
THE ONLY ooUNTERCnEck.

The times in which we live ieem with won.
ders. Nothing seems impossible; for the imnos
slbllltles of one year become the commonpiaoe
events of the next. Lighting presses instanta-
neous communication between tho most distant
points, and innumerable inventions for compres,
sing vast amounts'of business into small spaces
Of time, and for curtaiing the processes of pro-
dnetion and manufacture, are among the mar
Vicious era. Under such circumstance. we raw
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
sAnnArm scmoOL oELrnrArInn

SABBATH SCHOOL COLLABORATION
The celebration at the Monroe Street
Chapel, on Sabbath afternoon last. was n
happy combination of beautiful ideas, ex-
pressed by voices that charmed the ears and
gaddcned the hearts Of all who were forth
nate enough to gain admittance to the
crowded room.
We believe flowers have a lanpnage ,l
tnclr own and talk TO the heart very tepde ,,
ly, and often awaken thoughts-pond
thoughts, long buried in the rubbish Of
selfish worldliness. If so, the collection nj
rich and beautiful flowers that adorned tbe
pulpit and tables, may have done more than
gladden. the eyes of the audience.
But if any thing more was required tc
make an impression on the mind, Rev. Mir
Gather, Pastor Of the Seventh Street NJ. IL
Church met this want, by an excellent all
diess, in his happest manner, and adapted
To the occasionb by Illustrations from his own
experience and observation.
THE children sang very pretty hymns, and
seemed to enjoy the exercises highly. hut
not more than they did the address of their
friend and Pastor Rey. Mr.. Wiswol, whose
voice has grown familiar, but not less
beloved.
A favorable report of the condition of
the school was made by the Superintendent
and the collection taken was We trust, large
enough to enable the teachers to extend The
usefulness of the enterprise.
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05

SEvGN HUNDRED VOLUNTEERS Slcg IN CAMp.
Young men, be warned in time. supply Your
selves with llOLLOWAY'S PILLS & ONT
MENT. They are guaranteed to cure the
worst cases q Sores. Ulcers, Seurvy, Fcyers, Il
Bowel complaints Only % cts. per pox or pot.
us
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05

Boh thr Ointment and Pais should 6smediah,
foiiowiag cases:
Had Breasts Gorns (sofD scads
hurnS, Cancers, Sore Nipples
hunohs, Oucn,haY, heutyy
Hle9 MNsehetoes NlandulAr SWELL sore llesds
AMI sand Flies, lhfs, Tumlfs
Ghiego-foot, Elephapiiasis, Wounds
Chilhlhns, fsihlas, iaws.
ChAppel hands, Piles.
lMrOgrANr CAUTION None are genuine nnlessthewf,i,
HHpiowdy NT0 lork and London are liscernlbe a.
Iarmdr in every leaf OF the book OF directions syoa,
each pot OF boX, V""u
~ sold at the Mandatory OF Professor IloLlov,,
80 Maiden Lane, New York, and by all respectable i'm
gists and Deaelsi in Medicine throughout Tie eiyii,
world, in pots at % cents, G!cts, and ii each
RS- rherois considerable saving by taking the Larger
sizes, e'
B-Direetions for the guidance Of patients in evs4,
aOrdnr Affixed to zach pot. dec.eowivisG'
H5-DtAlers In my well knot 4 modirints can L,v.
SHOW Cards, Circulars &c, font thUm, FREE OF ny
pFNSE BY addressing Thomas Holloway 50 Maiden
| Lame, N, \, ~ ''4
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
NEW LAGER BEER SALOON

IE subscriber respectfully Informs his friends and the
public generally that he has fitted up tho building al
the
North ecSt corner IF Fourth and French Sireei,.
As LAGER BEER SALOON. GEHRiN0's pURP
| AGfk BEER may also be had at this establishment
Ills Far IL also we'll supplied with the choicest
Wines and Liquors,
And every article usually kept 10 We'll regulated hotel
Thankful for the patronage beetowel on him heretofore
h. respectfully sOciis continuance of tho same, aud
will spare M pains to merit the support of those who
may favor him with their CUSTOM
Ap li-f j FEHRENBACH
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05
THE PERFECTION OF MINI,
CAL SCIENCE.
Fifty Years Practical Experience
ll0LL0WAY'S OlNTM ENT


The rapid sale Of this Ointment aud the unlvars.,s
with which II Ia uniformly received prove A'er
Its powerful efficacy disease Daring ns,iaS lvey
years II as stood the trying ordeal the ciyiysd V
and liz popularity attettH N. marvellous ylrtues und
demand Tor II IL day still continues as unAai lhu
SKIN DISEASES
Eryspelas, Nngworm, Measles Small PA, q,
Rash, Itch, Cutane0us Eruptons, BOtehes pmnIs uan
tues, whether scay, Dry, Watery Crusted Or M ~
quickly healed by tile FREQ uRe Of this nslasni
ment Its operation II materially assisted by taL Ia
loways Purifying Pills, which exercise poyeriah ul
healthy influence the blood and sorIeons ''ul and
DISEASES OF THE THROAT AND Cnpsr
Dptherla or pntrld Sore Throat, Qunsy Cou,bs ~
Tghtness OF tile Chest, plurisy sc are NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
of the glands Of tho throat and coansA n Ihe [ se
Rubbing the Ointment on the affected naris il ia asi
absorbed and ailays the Irritation Cleauses Tho aeY
the phlegm which obstructs them, thereby sylns iH
mediate freedom to the organs ofrespration e'''b TN
LUNG DISEASE. EXTERNAL ULCERS
The extraordinary efficacy of this Balsamic Otntr,n 49,
Old Sores, Had Logs and Cancerous Ulcers Il fssr w
mtted by eminent medical men, BY rullins IL W. If,
chest an OK II is quickly imhihed by tina ahsorIsn,
aud cui. eyed through the aid Of the blood to thn 49,
whore It's antisrptic properties are equally AZ
have been cured of lnepient Consumption by neTavsa
lug use q lleloway's ils and Ointment. ''''s'''
RHEUMATISM, NEURALGIA. GOUT
Tbs EScruciAtlng agonles Of Tic-Donlop.eux LumL,
and seiatici, tho Gripping diseases OF the Nery,s G
Muscles, tho exquisite Torture Of Cramps, u0ui and r
traeed or sun Joints are quickly assuagel BY loea M
plicatione or tue Ointment which soothes the itris
grnie In the acid state Of the blood permanent relsf m
only 10 obtained by liberal of Inllownvis PHI w
r"nluuHtion with the Ointment, tn reuOyaia INA rt
ilnid OF the hhmorH which engender the disorders
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1863-05-05

Letter from lae Bloekadins So aJton.
w. :. srnAMkR &o,n, VIZ SOS
Biockddng II Wdnus'a y, O.,
Apin -, l-Dl.
Union County star and Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1859-1864, 1863-10-02
nDamocracy" and Free Speech.

10 1885, the test of Democracy was the
supper. of the policy of forcing slavery
into Kansas. The Missouri Democrats
adopted sc, d." for Kansas, aud Bu'
cbanau sent an army ttere to enforce 1t.
Below we give copy Of one Of the sec
tiops of that "code :"
"If any free person, BY speaklos or
writing, maintain or assert that persons
have not the right to hold slaves IN this
territory, or print, publish. write, circulate,
or cause to be introduced iuto this terrific
ry, any book, paper, magazine, pamphlet,
or circular, containing auy denial OF the
right 10 hold slaves in this territory, such
person shall be deemed guilty OF felony,
aud punished by Imprisonment at hard
iaJor for tern. or not less than t'o' years
But We had not word then from the
now Copperbead press about the great
right. of free speech and free press.