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cannot help it, and will not detain you

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long.
Who is there among you who does no
believe in adhering strictly to the eonsti
tuition in these times, and extending tC
every citizen of the loyal States its guar
antees? Who among you is prepared tt
acknowledge our government is failure
Who among you is prepared to say the
constitution is fine thing for peace
good enough-but when war comes i
must be rolled up and laid away? Or ii
other words-for it means the same-whC
among you is ready to substitute the viii
and opinion of one man. who may be an.
other Vallandigham, in place of the con-
stitution as the supreme law of the landi
Cries of "We don't want any more o.
that ''What's that band for?" Well
hear me through, for will not be long
and the questions before you are of sc
much Importance and gravity that you
should listen patiently and, not only that
decide dispassonately.
The constitution is broad. 1t grants
all powers necessary, even for the suppress
sion of treason iii the North. Applause.
Yes, gentlemen, it is just as legal and
binding upon the general in the field, and
the civil officers of the nation, as it is upon
the humblest citizen of the land. Has il
come to this that you will deny in the free
city of Chicago the right of citizen to
discuss the acts of the President? Cries
of ''We won't allow it" and ''None but
copperheads do that, and we will stop
them" Is there a man in this audience
who has not expressed to-day his dissat-
isfactioa with some act of the President?
[Cries of eyes, "Yes," F." "We have none
of US expressed any dissatisfaction, +
All, do all of you, then, think the Presi-
dents revocation of Gen. Burnside's or
der, suppressing the Chicago Times, was
right. Cries of s'Nol" ''Nol'' e'It was
wrongw ''He ought to have enforced the
order!"] Then you all deserve to be ta-
ken in hand by the military power and
sent beyond the lines.
You will be much stronger with the law
on your side. Show that Mr.. Story has
counceled resistance to the draft or en-
couraged desertion; these are penitentiary
offenses. Then arrest him and take him
before the courts. Where would you
get your mob to rescue him? Why there
would not be 4 corporal's guard in the
city that would go into it. Try him in
the courts A voice-No, this would
take too much time; it would take two
years Too much time! Cannot you
wait for the execution of the law? 1t will
not take two months. Do you know what
thedaws e2s | will read some of them.
He tlen read from law of the late
Congr, IS forbidding correspondence with
the rebels, and afording them aid and
comfort A single voice on the stand
That's just what Wilbur f. Story does
every day. Then go, he said, you are "a
citizen, and make; complaint to the grand
jury yourself. Its your duty.
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A certain Judge, while attending court
in shire town, was passing along the
road where a boy was just letting down
the bars to drive some cattle in. His
father stood in the door on the opposite
side Of the road, and seeing what his
hopeful son was doing, shouted out:
John, don't drive them cattle in there
II told you to put them in the pasture
behind the house.. a saS n
The boy took 10 notice whatever of the
.remonstrance, and his father repeated the
order in a louder tone, without the least
effect-and the-third time gave positive
orders not to drive the cattle in there.
The son did not even deigH to look up,
and disobeyed the parentaliniunetion with
a coelness, which shocked the Judge, who
looking to the culprit, said, in a tone Of
official dignity: = = ~ ''.ss.ss
"Boy, don'tyou hear your father speak
ing to yeu?''- '-.-r---
"Oh ya-ass,'' replied the boyl1ooking
at the Judge, "but don't mind what he
says. Mother don't either; and 'tweeitshe
and l we've got the dog so that he don'tS
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The Great Issue.

IF the administration party shall de-
termine to treat the events that took place
at Columbus as things OF no importance,
as signs without signifcation, it will be
guilty of grievous mistake. No event
that has recently transpired is more preg-
nant with important political lessons; and
none will better repay the labor of careful
study and anxious consideration. The
feature of the occasion was the nomina-
ton of Mr. Vallandigham to the Office of
Governor of Ohio; and we have but to go
back over the events of few days, TO dis
cover the issue that was raised by that
nomir alton, and which no platform OF
collection of party literature will serve
more than temporarily to obscure.
Mr.. Vallandigham is emphatically the
nominee of the people, SO far as the peo-
pie are represented by the masses of the
Democratic party. They who calculate
the value of party principles or party
measures, simply upon the ground of the
aid they may afford in securing an cleo
ton had little voice in the nomination. II
was not upon Mr. Vallandigham S record
accumulated during years of political and
public life, that the people acted. They
did not wait to consider that, either tc
indorse or to repudiate. The Admins
tration had rendered to the peopleIof Ohio
an issue. 1t had claimed the right tc
seize citizen in the midst of peaceful
community, subject him summarily to .
trial by military Court for an offense un
known to the law of the land, refuse him
that recourse, for his own protection, tC
the civil tribunals of the State, which the
Constitution guarantees alike to all; anC
finally to sentence and subject him to al
ignominious punishment 1t had virtual
| ly declared that the citizen has no righ
as against its own arbitrary will; and tha
the State has no power to protect its citi
zens when they fall under the ban of thu
central Administration
The people have accepted this issue b,
the nomination Of Mr.. Vallandigham
have prepared the means to bring it to
Trial in this most legitimate Of all mode
la peaceful appeal to the ballot-box
Other issues than this they would no
have. They considered the work of tn
convention finished when Mr. Yallandig
ham was nominated. He is at once can
Ididate and platform; and upon this the,
will go to the election; and we venture t
predict that all, who look npon it as a
easy undertaking toprevent him receivin
a majority of the legal votes of Ohie, vii
find themselves disappointed.-C Csncinnal
Enquirer, June 18th.
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g oetrg. o
THE CHICAGO TIMES.

BURNsIDE's futile attempt to suppress
the Chicago Times has been of valu,
to that paper that can scarcely be estima
ted by thousands of dollars. 1t tpublishe
daily column after column of proceeding
of public meetings throughout the Wes
expressing sympathy for and sending
material aid to it. Letters, also, from
prominent men in different parts of tn,
country, are given. Even the poets arr
enlisted in its behalf, and at the Plymouth
CTa) meeting the following was sung:
THE CRY OF FREEDOM
"Down with THE TINES" said the Abo
lition crew,
And shouted the battle-cry Of freedom
But "No," said Uncle Abe, "boys, that
will never do
While we're shouting the battle-cry oi
freedom"
Free press forever, hurrah, boys, hurrah;
Down with all tyrants; the press shal'
be free;
Rally round the flag, boys, and stand by
the LAW,
Shouting the battle-cry of freedom.
Demagogues have led Father Abraham
astray,
Pretending they're battling for freedom;
He avould be ehonest" notc, if they let
him have his way,
And leave the press and people perfect
freedom;
Free speech forever; hurrah, boys, hurrah;
Down with all tyrants; the press shall
be free;
Rally round the flag, boys, and stand by
the LAW,
Shouting the battle-cry of freedom.
In secret midnight Leagues Il ey are fixing
up their plans
To silence the battle-cry of freedom;
But ,cc rally in the sunlight our Demo
cratic clans,
And they tremble at OR battle-cry of
freedom.
Free press and free speech; hurrah, boys,
hurralf;
They are death to all Leagues, and this
land shall be free,
Rally round the flag, boys, and stand by
the LAW.
Shouting the battle-cry of freedom.
For the rights of the white man, hurrah,
boys, hurrah
Where God put the negro, there let
him be;
Rally Lat for 9hite men, and maintain the
LAW,
Shouting the battle-cry of freedom.
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The Republican Nominee for
GxOVnusURAr-


The Republican Convention that met
at Columbus on Wednesday, nominated
John Brough as their candidate for Gov
ernor. Mr.. Brough used to be Demo
crat; but in 1856 he voted for Fremont,
and he has continued to vote the Repub-
lican Ticket since that time. On the 10th
of June Mr.. Brough made speech at
Marietta, in which he declared that "the
North would have been very sorry if they
had accepted the Crittenden Com promise.
He said: "For l, for one, spurn the Crit
tenden resolution, and do it for the rea-
son that the first gun fred upon Sumter
relieved us from the thralldom of Slavery;
and l nerer desire TO see peace restored,
,oah the political pocer of this institation
IreinstGted. ssa.a = rs
Here you have it: Mr.. Brough was one
of those men who would not agree to the
Crittenden Compromise to avert the Wal
that is upon US, and he does not now wani
peace until the institution of Slavery shall
have been wiped out in the Slave States
In other words, he is an Abolitionist as
full fedged as Lloyd Garrison, who is op,
posed to any Union until Slavery shal
have been abolished. 1t now remains tc
be seen whether majority of the people
of Ohio will elect to the highest Office il
the State man whose principles are Sc
Numerically opposed to the principles OF
which the Union was founded.
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% ntaI Justification of Arbitrary arrests
and Opposition to any, peace that shall
not bring with it the Abolition of Slavery,
is John Brough's platform. as, laid down
by himself on the 10th day Of June, 1863.
He will, have no, peace even that leaves
the Union in precisely the condition that
it was under the Constitution before the
breaking out of the rebellion. Is this
the complexion of true patriotisin2 -, II
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- ,;tt,o fe,,ov ween;no. n;teons,

nen- A little fellow weeping piteously,
was suddenly interrupted by some anus
ing occurrence. He hushed his cries for
a m moment-the train of thought was bro
ken-"Ma," said he, renewing his shuttle,
and bound to have his cry out; "Ma-ugh!
ugh! what was | crying about just now?''
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: ness The unspeakable outrage on Mr..
Vallandgham is calling forth the ihdig-
nant protest of the whole civilized world.
The people Of Engiand--for even in lnon-
archical England sucha crime against lib.
erty could not be commi.ted--are amazed
at this daring and despotic outage.
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Look QUO far the Ilnl,.o,stor.. .,t

A bigoted. Abolitionized Republican ia
at large in Ohio, pretending to bea Dem-
ocrat, and begging Democratic votes:
He is an impostor, and must be Stunned.
He is a very fat man, and may be readily
known. Beware of the impostor. & sissei
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neA- John Brough justifcs Arbitrary
arrests--a thing that Senator Trumbull,
the Republican United States Senator of
Illinois does not do, aud thing that d
number of influential Republican papers
outside of Uhie do not do. ~ eielir
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Though persecution $ storm doth rage,
And blight each lovely spot, =
These words are still our heritage
Stand firm, and falter not.
Your dearest rights they may assail
For which your fathers fought,
But your stout hearts must never quail
Stand firm, and falter not.
Our free-born minds they can't subdue
Though we in prison rot;
Well to our country still be true
Stand firm, and falter not.
Our names they clothe with infamy,
Our fame they mar and blot;
Yet still this is our rallying cry
Stand firm, and falter not
Then, Democrats, be wise and brave;
With patience bear your lot;
Tis you your country yet must save
Stand firm, and falter not.
II. MARTIN.
MONROE COUNTY, IND, May 27, 1863.
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From the Indianapolis Sentinel.
Stand Firlm-Fa1ter not for
an Instant.-[ [VALLANDIGHAM.

What noble werdsl They breathe and
burn,
They may not be forgot;
Tnc watch word Democrats will learn
Stand firm, and falter not.
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Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12
CHILDREN IN TIE ARMY.

1Y-There is many mother who has sent
her son into the army as a ''ttule drummer boy"
who little thought OF the ruin she was bringing
upon her child. The army is no place for
children. 1t is all strong minded man can do
TO withstand ttrc Temptations 60 vice and ssh
patton which ever beset the pathway ~ the
soldier. Ii is vain TO say shat children viii not
be subject to the same temptations that would
demoraltze grown person. Our own personal
observation teaches the contrary. We have
seen children, between the ages of nine and
twelve in the army, who were as thoroughly
viscous as is possible for man to become, and
who would 90 so lengths that many men would
shrink from. At this age it is well known that
chids mind is still subject to be easily moul-
ded for future events, and at some future day
when mother beholds her son wandering from
the path Of honor and integrity, and dfssipa-
ting with cut throat associates, she may attnb-
ute the acquiring this traitin the army when
youth If YOU have no influence over your
child. &c he has not sufficient love and respect
for you to heed your advice, our advise TO you
is to find him guardian who can compel him
to do so.
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For the "Chanticleer. n
For the "Chanticleer."l
LINES
suggested by the Growing
ola Rooster. "
LIN e S
BY wrILrs Gordon.

Of all breathing mortals who live under the
sun,
From the present, clear back to when time 6rst
begun; ~
'MOngst oldest Of odd, and queerest of queer.
Is the nan who invented the name ChGnticIeer ,
For paper just started in Dixie" down here,
Where the cotton and chEalry flourish.
What visions were crowded in the editors
head. t|
Or by what other means the fellow was led,
A name 50 ridiculously uncommon, 20 choose
For heightened, respectable medium of news
Is a secret to me, though it may be a ruse
To darken some idea ch erished.
It is known that the fellows son Of old mars,
And subject to freaks which he learned in the
wars;
So none can accuse me offolly or jest
To say that the name was suggested BY taste,
And was born in his stomach, and not in his
Breast
As all other poets would say.
That the name ChanticEeer began with the ''aevil'
For devils" like preachers as all Of as know,
Look out for their chickens while travline
Although to their 'sticks" and their texts they
bestow
Labor and time dare say.
Thst the name is appropriate, to all must be
clear,
For what is it Gun crow your own Ch0nticleeT,
For the victories gIiRed by our. gestern boys,
And cavalry raids with other national Joys;
Then Charley make sure that yourp strons shah
thickrn,
And look sharp for the crumbs" 70 fatteu
your chicken"
| Corinth, Miss, June sth, 1883,
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e champion and Cobb, the prince mer-
chants OF Corinta, ar offering to its citizens
Gne AMI wet assorted stock Of groceries and
dry goods, and sc very much doubt whether
90 inJh in h-r p4lmyest days could offer to the
citizens 6f tie surrounding country better
mark . for their products. or better assort-
III at % glyl, ia return.
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"a The Corinth Theatre is now the accept
ed place of amusement ofihe city. 1t is con-
Nrniently located on Union Square opposite the
Tishomingo House This Institution is owned
by BENJAMIN and shaw, who have engaged some
of the best talent in the country, who are night
lyg drawina crowded houses
Tom Coay-Sharpe-Ha stings-Sailie Thay-
er-Gats Tsyloc and Little Flora, supported by
numerous troupe of auxillaries, would give a
satisfactory entertainment in any city in the
Union.
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

We HAD OCCASION few days since to drop
in upon our friend ]. E. X. Srorrs, the popu-
lar and accommodating sutler of the Second Iowa
Inf. HIS stock Of goods comprises, In addition
to such as are required by the soldiers. many
articles usually kept by other merchants, and
car be had at as low prices as the salas ar
ticles in Memphis.
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

We ARE Informed by Mr., A. T. HASTINGS,
the gentlemanly Manager OF the Corinth The
atre, that little FLoRA CoNEY will appear this
evening in her celebrated Enfield rifle dance,
which attracted such large houses in St. Louis
SALLIE THAYER also aPpesrs IN new dance,
but as we don't understand French we have
forgotten the name Of it,
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

Isn't it about time the Paymasters were show
ing US the light Of their counting houses, not
that we care particularly, but we would like to
see some ofthe rino floating around
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

- We are sorry shat circumstances are
such as render it necessary for the 18th Illinois
to he ordered away. Thay have boon on Pro-
vost duty for many months, and the good order
which characterizes on: city, is in great de-
gree attributable TO their vigilance and actiy-
ity.
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

THERE ARE three Coarts Martial now 1 ses
sion in this ci " THIS might convey the idea
that our Corinth BOYS are particularly unruly,
but it must be remembered that the District
of Cornth embraces many Posts, and the caseR
have long been accanalating. We would add
that, as general thing, the offences are Of
triing nature.
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sY-Our officers are becoming alive to Il

E8-Our officers are becoming alive to the
Importance of Distinguishing between Union
men and rebels, and every man in the district
is required to take the oath of allegiance or reg
lister themS Ives as enemies OF the United States,
aud be treated as such. This is a wise regula-
ton, and if adopted long ago, might have saved
much trouble au1 annoyance which has been
occasioned by the intercourse between rebel
citizens and marauding guerrillas which hlfest
our neighborhood-
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

-Corin.h Music Hall seems to have gone
out or in the slang of the day ''pIdyedoUt" We
understand, however, that the proprietors intend
purchasing tent for the purpose of giving ex-
hibitions
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

WE ALL ATTENTION to The communication
in another column, from the First Alabama,
(colored), Infantry 1t is highly interesting,
and contains much Information relative to the
regiment and its eficie cy.
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LOCAL.

- That Billiard Sllooa of Wells one door
below the Theatre, up stairs, is a gay inst'tu-
tion and We would advise all our Billiard-lov
ing friends to give him call.
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

SE-The opening of the Memphis and Charles
Ton Rail Road gives US a direct line TO Memphis,
and is quite an improvement on the roundabout
route by which We have been compelled to trav-
el for some months back. We understand that
this road is to be well guarded, and permanent
ly adopted as the route to Memphis, and all
points north
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GOING THROUGH THE TUNNEL.

sat beside a blue-eyed lass,
Whose lips were red as cherry,
The train was plunging on, as if
Twas in monstFous hurry
nev9r saw gentler curve
In lips that spoke Of love,
Nor did / see the CURVE that took
us round the hin above, uaa a
Before we reached the tunnel
The train now slowly entered in ,g
1.-THE dark and narrow way"
And soon my arm was "out Of place" 'A'i'lt
But never said she nay sfui y ant ,Cs5'
No eye could see, nor.ear could hear : on
The contractwe did seal, 10 Il sogf,- 49,
Nor can think heart eer felt,
What ours did truly feel,
While going through the tunnel. ~ 81
Dig - 40 no Taa5ouL -giil .isr
q Eam y 1rdi yGl- ~
as&l sa5 rng ~
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EB-0ur Post Bind have received their new
silver instrulnentss and are nightly lsplivening
the city with their spirited music Their leader,
Jim Porter. is fine musician, and his selections
are from the best music ofthe day.
Corinth chanticleer. [volume] (Corinth Miss.) 1863-1863, 1863-06-12

Owing to the break in the communication
between this place add Memphis, we are un-
able to furnish our readers with the very Ia.
sest from below, "a s1sr 5