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FROM WASHINGTON.
WAsnlxeToS, December Ii

l..
The long agony Of the Senatorial eau
Gus upon the Thad. Stevens resolution
is at an end Rightly apprehending
an executive veto if they passed it they
put the thing inthe shape Of aCall
for Joint Committee, Of nine from the
House and six from the Senate. This
is to inquire into the condition of the
South and report as to the right of re-
presentation of the late Confederate
States. Under this arrangement Ten
nessee will be likely to come in soon,
for the reason that the President is the
dispenser of patronage and from that
State. Greedy has worked like, a bea-
yer to make the radicals let down, and
Raymond, not to be outdone, comes out
to-day strong for the Presidents policy,
There is great complaint of the vast
disproportion of chairmen of the COM
mittees given to New England.
Horace Greedy on Monday addressed
a card to the National Intelligencer, in
which he sets forth his earnest desire
for peace and harmony and reconcilia.
ton with everything and everybody -
He says: II can conceive no, possible
good to our country-to any country
to any section, race or class, that is
likely to be secured or promoted By
alienation between the President and
Congress of the United States. On the
contrary, it seems to me that every evi
that now weighs upon us would be az
grayated, every good put at hazard
every hope clouded, if not blasted, bJ
such a malign, untoward collision"
Abiding to the novelty and Difficult
tyof our position, he says that sit ]!
complicated by questions affecting til.
natural rights of freedmen, and oul
moral obligation to them as our humble
allies in the late mementous struggle
The reliable on dit of the day is tha
the committee having the matter ii
charge, design reportinga bill giving tt
Mrs Mary Lincoln, widow of the lats
President, the sum of 500, 900.
Official information has been received
at the Department of State of the rati
fication, on the 4th inst, by the legis
lature of North Carolina, of the pro
posed amendment to the constitution o.
the United States upon the subject Of
slavery. -
Speaker Colfax and General Banks
have accepted invitations to address the
National Equal Suffrage Association
Their views accord on the extension Of
the franchise to all, irrespective o.
color.
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IHIRTY.KiNTH CONGRESS,
WAsHrNoToN, December ii.

" ASnANuAVNy 7A<CcCk1UcE IL.
On Monday the proceedings Of Con-
gress were interesting. A large num-
Der Of bills and resolutions on Sinpor-
tant subjects were introduced and APP
propriately referred. The .Heuse
passed bill to prohibit the importa-
ton Of cattle from Europe in order to
prevent the spread of the cattle disease.
A bill was also passed to provide for
filling juries in the District of Column
bia. Resolutions were submitted and
referred, earnestly protesting against
monarchical designs in Mexico, and
instructing the committee on foreign
affairs to inquire what measures are me-
cessary to restore to the people Of
Mexico their right Of republican gov
ernment. The House refused to
suspend the rules to vote on the reso-
luton that pending the discussion of
the admission of certain members Of
the present Congress from States lately
in rebellion, they be privileged mean
time to the floor Of the House. The
Speaker announced the standing COM
mittees The following named gentle
men are chairmen of the most impor-
tant committees: Foreign Affairs,
Nathaniel p Banks, of Massachusetts,;
Commerce, e. b. Washburne, of ILL
nois; Military, r. C. Schenck, Of Ohio;
Naval, A. Rice; District of Columbia,
e. G. Ingersoll, of Illinois; Judiciary,
Mr.. Wilson, of Iowa; Ways and Means,
j. S. Morrill,; Banking and Currency
Pomeroy, of New York; Agriculture,
Bidwell, Of California; Freedmen, Ell.
lott, of Massachusetts,; Appropriations,
Thaddeus Stevens, Of Pennsylvania;
Pacific Railroad, Price, Of Iowa; Claims,
Delano, of Ohio; Public Lands, Julian
of Indiana; Postofices, Alley, of Mas.
sachusetts; Revolutionary Claims
Whaley, of West Virginia; Manufac.
lures, Moorehead, of Pennsylvania;
Militia, Smith, of Kentucky; Terrific.
ries, Ashley, of Ohio; Public Build
ings, Rice, of Maine; Public Expendi-
lures, Hurlburd, of New York; Private
Land Claims, Thayer, of Pennsylvania
Invalid Pensions, Perham, of Maine;
Patents, Jenckes, of Rhode Island
who is also chairman of the Committee
on the Bankrupt Law.
The Senate appointed committee
to act with the House committee on
the subject of Mr.. Lincoln's death.
A resolution was offered by Mis-
souri, member to the effect that in con.
sidering the question of admission OF
Southern Representatives, the fact that
| negroes were not allowed to vote should
have no effect in determining the ques
ton, bnt was not acted on.
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The Thirty-Ninth Congress.


The Thirty-Ninth Congress assem-
bled on the 4th day Of December, and
immediately organized, BY the election.
Of Mr. Colfax as Speaker and Mr.. Me-
Pherson as Clerk of the House Of
Representatives. With the large MAJ
jority of its members composed Of those
whose hearts are filed with that spirit
of intolerance which is the fruit of the
fanaticism and bigotry which has for
its fitting birthplace the New England
States, there was unanimity in their
initiatory proceedings which has here
tofore never been witnessed in the or
ganization Of that body. With no con-
servative element strong enough to
make itself heard, the Abolition Press,
with a great flourish, proclaim to the
country that Congress as amt Por-
tentous words, and fraught with direful
significance to every lover of his coun-
try. 1t is the unity of despotism-the
triumph of the old doctrine of FEEDER
alism which has been the antagonist Of
Democracy since the first days of the
country's history.
There were those inspired with the
hope that the President, by securing
from the people Of the South an acqui-
escence in measures of his dictation,
and which were but too confdingly
granted, might exert an influence upon
Congress that would lead to the crea-
ton of an clement of respectable
enough proportions to second the eff
forts of the Executive, and pave the
way for the admission of the Southern
members. But these sanguine ones
had not learned correctly the lessons
taught by the experience of the last
few years, nor judged Alright the eff
IcCtS VI tllc lIluucuCG VI GI6 ullScTdUlt
prescription which is the legitimate off
spring Of the abuse of that Constitu-
ton which is che bulwark of our peliti-
cal fabric This violation of the rights
Of the people, conceived and defended
under the plea of necessity" spreading
| its baneful influence through every cor
poration and in every community, has
sown broadcast the seed which has
grown the foul corruption that pervades
the arteries of the body polite. Ne
cessity has ever been the excuse of all
despots for tramplins upon the liberties
of the masses.
Reason would seem to dictate to these
Legislators that spirit of Cancellation
would be best promotive of the welfare
of the nation; but all other considera-
tions are swallowed up in their all
absorbing greed for power.
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par CONGRESS has q three d.v. !.

sar Congress has in three days eff
fected its chief object. It has assert.
ed and exhibited the power and unan.
unity Of the Republican party. This
ought to content the Senators for some
time. After having indicated Their
own policy in regard to restoration,
they have nothing more to do than ia
let the Presidents plan work its way il
the South, against the obstacles which
they have opposed to it.
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b9-It has been discovered that the
plates on which hundreds of thousands
of counterfeit greenbacks and legal ten
der notes have been printed were
the genuine and original plates that be.
loDged to the Government! They
were distracted from the Treasury De
partment by some Of the 'loyar' clerks
No wonder it is so difficult to tell q
counterfeit note from the genuine
They have all been printed from the
same plates !! At the rate the aloyal
thieves" are going on, our entire coun
try will be insolvent in a very short
time. But, nobody seems to care,
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s1- The zealots who hold supreme

sS The zealots who hold supreme
sway in Congress, whilst claiming to
be the Saviors of the Union, are using
all the machinery of their power to
prevent restoration of harmony in all
the States. Brownlow says 1.-THE Rebels
have been whipped, but not whipped
enough. These Abolition leaders say
the Southern people must be taught to
have more loyal heart. Only = differ
ent phrase used to express the same
meaning. @
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1865-12-14

@ The President says our National
debt is not National blessing, but a
heavy burden upon the industry Of the
country. The public debt on the 3lst
of October was s2,74o, 1854, 74O-near-
ly three, billions Of money. A large
majority of the citizens of Maryland
pay their share of this burden, assist
in iiquidating the Indebtedness of the
State and other corporations, whilst
they for conscience sake are deprived
of the right Of franchise by State
enactment.
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Publications.

/ Beadle's Monthly, January 1S66--Is Of
that class of Magazines doubtless very pop
ular in New England. 1t certainly does not
contain anything of a political nature that
would be very acceptable to conservative
or liberal mind. 1t contains an article on
sThe Gorilla at Home which is interesting
as supplying some information of an animal
of which so little is know. sfa.I .ifs.
The Maryland Farmer for December.
This inestimable Magazine comes to us filled
as it ever is with seasonable information for
agriculturalists. This Magazine must prove
very acceptable companion to the farmer,
as conveying information of useful, agreea-
BILE and instructive nature.
Godey's Lady's Book, January 1866
1t affords us pleasure to speak of the mer-
its of this Magazine. Its certainly the bes,
of its kind published in this. country, and
well worthy the patronage of all ladies who
desire monthly, furnishing them the very
latest fashions aswell as much pleasant read
ing matter. Mr.. A. II. Huber is the en-
terprising Agent for this Magazine and is
prepared TO supply copies at very reduced
rates. eH4
+ american Agricultmist. -We have re.
ceived the american Agriculfurist for De-
cember, and are much pleased with it. It's
devoted to the farm, garden and household,
and the information which its well filled col.
umns contain is, in the main, of a highly
practical characteristics the feature to give
value to such publication. The Agyicul-
turist is published monthly by Orange Judd
l. Co., at Al Park Row, New York. Sub
scription price 81, so per annum in advance
single copies Is cents.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1865-12-14
THE LEGISLATURE.

Governor Bradford has issued his
proclamation converting the General
Assembly of Maryland in extra session
at Annapolis, at noon on Wednesday
the 10th day of January, 1866, s'to
consider such subjects of personal in
terest as the Governor may then bring
to their attention" The proclamation
states that it is issued at the request of
the Governor elect, Hon. Thomas
Swami, who has advised him of his de-
sire to convene the Legislature s'for
the consideration of such subjects as,
in his judgment, will render such a
session necessary" and sit is thought
that public convenience will be promo
ted by calling that body together at an
earlier day than could be by him APP
pointed after the commencement of his
official term" Extra sessions of the
General Assembly are limited to thirty
days by Constitutional provision. The
Registry Law, framed under the pro-
visions of the new Constitution, was
designed for the perpetuity of the
power of a faction. We trust the first
business of the Legislature will be the
repeal of this iniquitous enactment,
and that all their future legislation will
look to the perpetuation of the power
of the people.
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a1 Charles Sumner has introduced
a bill in the Senate to allow negroes to
sit on Grand and Petit Juries. Also to
prescribe an oath TO maintain repnbli-
can form of Government in which the
party is made to sUear that he will al
ways discountenance and resist any
laws making distinction of color or race.
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19The Dorchester Mems having
charged the late postmaster of the town
of Cambridge with having, during the
war, retained possession Of letters which
reached his Office, the latter has sent to
the Neaos a copy of the order under
which he acted. 1t will be seen that
he received from the Post Office De
partment instructions to hand over all
suspicious letters to the nearest militia.
ny commander. The postmasters of
country towns and villages have been
clothed with absolute authority to de-
tain, at their discretion, any letter
which might find its way into their re-
spective Offices. The following is the
order to the postmaster Of Cambridge :
"Posr OFF1cE DEpARrMESr,
81 Confidential. II APPOINTMENT OFFIcE.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 81, 1868.
"SI-Frequent inquiries are made by
postmasters as to the disposition they shall
make of letters deposited in their Offices to
be sent through the mails which they have
reason to suspect contain reasonable
matter, or other information intended to
overthrow the Government
1In order to prevent unnecessary delay,
the Postmaster General directs that in ali
cases where postmaster has good cause to
suspect, and does suspect any letter deposi-
ted in his Office contains matter of informs
ton of the character above specified, he i'm
mediately inform the nearest Military Com
.as...de- of the fact, with. the reasons and
grounds of his suspicious and that he deliv-
er such letters to such Military Commander
upon his request, taking his receipt for the
same, and forwarding it, together with any
correspondence he may have had upon the
subject, to the Department. But in no case
shall postmaster open any letter himself.
II am, respectfully, &C.,
5 ALEX. W.RAxDALL.
First Assistant Postmaster Generai.s,i (;
"P. S.-Theseinstructions willapply with
equal force in regard to sletters which may
reach your Office for delivery.
POSTMASTER, Cambridge, Dorchester county,
Maryland.'' q, a . - !
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s They say loosely at the Capt.
tol that Mcpherson, the Clerk Of the
House Of Representatives, viii have 4
large placard posted over the door Of
the House Of Representatives, bearing
the inscription, eNo foreigners adj
mitted. . ss
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s9 Mr.. Colfax predicts that the
abandoned seats in the House will soon
be filed by loyal and patriotic men.
The blacker the better suited to his
taste, we presume.
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s1- Some mischievous fanatics in
Massachusetts have undertaken to in
struct their Maryland brethren in the
sRight Way,p and have provided
fund for the dissemination of their Pc
culiar doctrines through the medium Of
journal bearing the above taking,
title. Its. motto. is, aThou shalt love.
thy neighbor as myself" It tells us
the right way to keep the Southern
States and their representatives out Of
the Union. The Republicans in Mary
land have practiced the doctrine Of
loving then neighbors for SO long a
time that they have become adopts,
and we really think their generous CO.
adjutors should spare themselves this
expense and trouble.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-03-15

An Attempted aetl6smanoe blythe Erothen DAg
venpOrt Ut Leeds had again resulted IN row, gm
then cabinet was smashed TO atoms.
lengthy debate tack place in the English House
Of Commons on the 24th of February on The adop-
ton OF Ia check HE dccline OF the p"Pu-
l,tion IN Ireland hnt no action was had
The weekly statement OF the Bapk OF france
Shows an increase in the cash ON hand OF ahouI
ITonO, 900 francs.
II Is rcpor ted that NJ. Theirs, IN order TO prevent
Apli; in the opposition, had consented not to
speak upon the September Convention.
The Paris Bourse, on the 2lth Of February, was
frm and rente, advanced to 61.5q
A daughter of Hon. John C. Breckenridge, who
has been attending school at Louisville, KY, is TO
he sent through the lines TO her father
There is 10 be another Universal Exhibition at
PARIS in 1861. Prince Napoleon will be at the head
fit.
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The MAGNITUDE AND CONSEQUENCES OF
THE AMERICAN WAR.


We are witnessing with muca though various in
le.est one OF the greatest military spectaces ever
OF, ,cuted 70 the civilized world. All things con-
sidsFed, there never was such lighting before, and
FOX tae like of IL have % imagine several of Ma
pc.eaUrs most terrible campaigns fought together IN
ouacountry by the hostile factions o. one people,
sui With III the fresh aids and appliances which art
Las since contributed 70 the service OF war. Very
tsw OF Us think we have anything % do but 20 look
IN al the better igr u, shortsigLted selhshness
may suggest all the worse Tor ourselves, II not our
material Interests wiser monitors will say. 10 IS,
however wonderful considering that We call the
paEtormers in this great tragedy brothers aud
cousins partners in race, an lsnGasge, in religion
and 10 laws hos few Of as have relatives andtr.eDts
In the war This is because the emigration for
many years past has been confined to che lab0ring
classes. The shipbuiliers, merchants and msnuiac-
t0regs who have specuated On the wants OF The bel
gereuts, busy and entsrpFSing az they have been,
are only sUaau fraction OF the British community
and nc hear o. Their dongs rather through American
thcu any Rome channels. The great mass OF eur
people, not only those in the deep quiet OF private
society, but those in the great world WouM open
their eyes with aStOnishmcnt Gt a man said to
b. making his fortune by blockade running or
supplying arms and ammunition 20 tie con-
sblftaLts. 10 is, however, q y melancholy fact
uat we have contributed almost everything neees-
sury 10 the spectacle. We have Supplied from our'
oN race both COmbataRts at least nine Out OF zen
.otefhen We have provided the bone Ohcoutention:
bott, the original slavery and the more modern cry
agasp>t il: we hare furnished arms, powder, nay,
the fery percussion caps and tie medicine chests,
the slothiug aud good deal " the shipping, and
OF an the other materials required. SoT1e eC US
have zone behind the scenes and brought back
strange experiences Stat Oihccrs, engineers,
doctors aud even ctergyulcu have g0ue on brands
of science or curiosity aad VIII know what to DO
when bali oCr people set 70 work buteheting the
other half But We, ordinary spectators, sec eve
rything much as the Americans themselves san our
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JOINT. RESOLUTION
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Reolyed That the General Assembly appoint ioi each
comfy and city Of the Commonwealth wherein 10 may
he practicable TO discharge the duties hereinafter
ened Committee Of safety consisting OF three Cit-
zeS not subject to IN the army and with power
TO nh al Vacancies occurring then respective
mitees and appoint any necessary agents Ia each
isieri district wlse duties 1t shall be to urge and
dace people to sell or loan promptly 10 the tonie
liberties All army supplies which, by the exercise
or the most iigdecOnOmS, can possibly be spared 10 O
ganize systematic collection OF all supplies Ui provisions
and clothing which can be procured by voluntary
ibuton and transmit the same By special mesengef to
the soldiers I'M their camps and 10 report 10 the tower
nor of the Commonwealth and the Secretary of War the
name of any officer agent employee OF any railroad
navigation or press company. who unnecessarily hin
ders or cbarasSes the shipment aud delivery of sup
plies contributed ~ soldiers 10 secure the prompt gene
circulation of the proposition OF amnesty fO desert
es and absenees cOntainedin General Orders No and
General Orders No. 4 1856, Headquarters Army OF NOfV
ern Virginia 60 appoint special agents ior asceanng
the names and location OF all persons within their les
pkstne limits Improperly absent from duty la the army
and in case OF their failure refusal To accept the tern-
OF said amnesty shall take promptly such further steps
as ma seem most efficient 10 procure the speedy return
OF such asentees report 10 the Secretay OF War any
Confederate officer and 10 the prOpeF commemorative
Attorney any civil officer, failing or unnecessarily delay
ing n and return 10 service any such asenees
aud u report the Hdge of the Circuit Court any Com
monWeahs attorney thereof delinquency in his duty
IN this respect and generally to stimulate and encour
age the people to actyeSnd systematic cxertio 20
tain ha army in the ed aud 10 promote the comfort Of
soldiers families NJ home.
copy from the rolls-Teste:
WM y. GORDON JR.,
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