Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1863-02-25
Washington Correspondence.
WAsHrScroN. Feb. l6. 1863

power enough, not only to overcome and
subdue those traitors who are already IN
arms against it, but also to "snuh GU,
those indictments at the North VIM
from allappearances, are ripe
revoIufion and only wait for a favorable
opportunity TO strike IN concert with
their Southern lords, at the very life and
, liberty of the nation.
The malcontents, assuming the name
of the Peace Party" appeared to gain
ground rapidly for a season. But as it
increased in strength, it became more de-
faint and bold in the PRONUNCIATION of its
reasonable designs, until, by its very
madness and folly, it has driven from
within its Golden Circle" some of its
more timid adherents, and it is very evil
dent, from the late speech of Prince John
Van Buren,, in New York, and other in
dications, that a re-reaction is now going
on in the country, which will, we hope,
work out a more perfect harmony among
the people, and a renewed confidence in
the Government.
Nouis Napoleon, after having vainly
e~ndeavored to obtain the united action
of the leading powers of Europe. has f.
nally, alone, offered to mediate between
the Government of the United States
and its disaffected members. He has
done this "all out of respect for the in
~terest and prosperity of the United
States" Of course he means what these
smooth words would indicate, for this
great despot belongs to a family noted in
history for the honesty of its purposes,
especially when the interests of mankind
are at stake!
Q, mol this Frenchman, and his smbi-
tious uncle, eve trampled upon the
rights and interests of nations. Nspole-
, on III. means somstking else in violating
the Monroe doctrine by invading Mexico
without the shadow of a pretext-be-
sides the mere subjugation of that coun-
try. Why would not the seeded States
of America, in choosing between two al
ternatives, prefer to live under the des-
pot Louis Napoleon, than under the rule
of the pure Republican, Abraham Lin.
coin? And why would not Louis Napo-
leon consent, for gain and territory, to
allow JEFF Davis and his followers to pass
under his protecting Egis?
However, this offer for mediation has
been properly answered by u Govern
ment, and if the Emperor of the French
really desires to make common cause
with the rebels in this country, the SOON
er we are aware of it, the better. 1t has
been suggested that it would be eminent
ly humane and proper, for our Govern
ment to offer to mediate between France
and Mexico.-as Napoleon appears TO
have a hard road to travel" in a country
that we brought to terms in short order.
Of course this offer should be made all
on account of our sympathy and respect"
for France!
AS the fms of the present Congress
draws nigh, business of vast moment ap-
pears TO accumulate upon IT'S hands. and
in order to expedite business as much as
possible, it has determined to hold eve
ming sessions, until the end of the Con-
gress. The Consumption Bill passed the
Senate this evening, without u single dis
senting vote. Some of the best speeches
made upon the subject were by Border
States Senators. These men were not
only in favor of the measure, but were
anxious to have it apply TO all American
citizens. Davis, of Kentucky, made the
significant remark that al should be
made to fight, pay, or emigrate." 1t was
really gratifying, after so much conteu-
ton over war measures, TO witness such
unanimity in regard TO this all important
one OF course this bill will pass the
House, and become a law by having the
Presidents name appended to it. Secre-
tary Chase's Bank Bill has also passed the
Senate.
Those who should know, pronounce
this measure as necessary and proper,
and are confident it will bring our Finance
up to its proper and necessary standard.
1t is spoken of as being very skillfully
drawn, and as rejecting great credit up
on that able and good man, Salmon P.
Chase, its craftsman and author. Some
have pretended to say that the leading
bankers in the country were opposed to
it. To the contrary, l am informed that
some OF the most prominent and wealth.
est, are heartily in favor of it. They
predict that it will send Government
Bonds up, and Gold down. 1t will pass
the House Thursday or Friday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Tom Thumb, the smallest
married couple in the world, have been
creating quite a sensation here. They
attended a hop at Wizards, while in
the city, and appeared to enjoy the maze
of the dance very keenly, and tripped as
light a fantastic toe, probably, as any pres
ent. Mr.. and Mrs. Lincoln received
them at the White House with every at
Old Abe made the remark-you
know he has jokes on the brain-that
the General threw him entirely in the
How he must have looked
little Lilliputian, beside that giant
5ulliveri
The little pair go to Europe soon, to as
and delight the Old World. May
great happiness attend them in their
wanderings.
The Army of the Potomac, although it
move for the present, on account
the mud and bad weather, it does not
emain entirely idle. Gen. Hooker has j
the universal confidence and
owe OF the entire army, and it is conf
1ently expected that he will lead it on