North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1866-12-12

OF tue ROAD has Oeeu ac-
tually built. Portions of them
might then, from time to time, De convey
ed to corporation, bat never in greater ra-
ito to the whole quantity embraced by the
grant than the completed parts bear to the
entire length Of the projected imp, owe
ment. This restriction would not operate
: 10 the prejudice of any undertaking con-
ceiyed in good faith and executed with
reasonable energy, as i; is the settled prac-
tlce to Withdraw from market the lands
falling within the operation of such grants,
and thus to exclude inception ola subse-
quent adverse right. A breach of the
conditions which Congress may deem
proper to impose should work forfeiture
OF GAIN to he lands 60 Withdrawn but un-
conveyed, aud of title to tie lands convey
ed which remain unsold.
Operations on the several lines of the
Pacific Railroad have been prosecuted
with unexampled vigor and success
Shouln no unforeseen causes of delay occur,
it Is cOniidentl Y anticipated that this great
thoroughfare will be completed before the
expiration of the period designated by
Congress.
During the last fiscal year the amount
paid to pensioners, including the expenses
of disbursement, was thirteen millions four
hundred and ffty-nine thousand nine hun
drcd and ninety six dollars and fifty thou
sand one hundred and seventy seven
names were added to the pension rolls
The entire number of pensioners, June 30,
1866, was one hundred and twenty-six
Thousand seven hundred aud twenty-five.
This fact furnishes melancholy and striking
proof of the sacrifices made to vindicate
the constitutional authority of the FEEDER
al Government, aud to maintain inviolate
the integrity of the Union. They impose
upon us corresponding obligation, 1t is
estimated that thrty-three million dollars
wall be required to meet the exigencies Of
this branch of the service during tle next
fiscal year.
Treaties have boon concluded with the
Indians, who, enticed into armed OPPOSE
ton to our Government at the outbreak OF
the rebellion, have Internationally submit
- ted to our authority, and manifested an
earnest desire for renewal of friendly re-
lat'ons.
DuIiug the year ending September 80,
1866, eight thousand seven hundred and
sixteen patents for useful inventions and
d, signs were issued, am at that date the
balance in the Treasury to the credit of
the Patant fund was two hnnd ed and
twenty eight thousand two hundred and
uiLety-seven dollars.
AS a subject upon which depends an
immense amount of the product on and
commerce of the country, L recommend to
Congress such legislation as may be neces-
sary tor the preservation of the levees OF
the Mlssippi river. 1t is matter OF ma
tional importance that early steps should
be taken not ouy to add TO the efficiency
ofthcse barriers against destructive mum
dations, but for the removal of all obstruc-
tions TO the free and safe navigation OF
that great channel of trade and commerce.
The District of Columbia, under existing
laws is not entitled to that representation
in the National Councils which, from our
earliest history, has been uniformly ac-
corded TO each Territory established from
time TO time within ou, limits II main
tains peculiar relations to Congress, to
whom the Constitution has granted the
power of exercising exclusive Legislation
over the seat OF government. Our fellow
citizens residing in the District, whose ln-
teresis are thus confded to the special
guardianship of Congress, exceed IN num-
Der the population OF several of our Tern
tories, and no Just reason is perceived why
a deI,gate of their choice should not be ad-
m,tted 70 A seat in the House of Repre-
sentatives. No mode seems so appropr-
ale and ,ffectuai OF enabling them to
make known their peculiar coalition and
wants. and securing the local legislation
adanted TO them. | therefore recommend
the MASSAGE of law authorizing the elect
ors Of the District of Columbia to choose
a delegate to be allowed the same rights
and privilege, as delegate representing
Territory. The Increasing enterprise
"a ID rapid progress of improve ment IN the
District are highly gratifying, and trust
that the efforts of the municipal anthorl-
t,cs TO promote the prosperity OF the ma
tioual metropolis will receive the efficient
and generous cooperation of Congress.
The report of the Commissioners OF
Agriculture reviews the operations OF his
Department during the past year, and ask
the aid of Congress in its efforts to encour-
age those States which, seourget by war
are now earnestly engaged in the Teorganl-
ton of domestic industry.
Itis snbject of cOngratulation that no
foreign combinations against our domestic
peace and safety, or our Legitimate infiu.
ence among the nations, have been formed
or attempted. While sentiments OF recon
ciliation, loyalty and patriotism have IT,
creased at home, more just consideration
of our rational character aud rights has
been manifested by foreign nations.
the entire success of the Atlantic Tele-
graph between the coast of Ireland and tile
Province of Newfoundland, is an achieve
ment which has been justly celebrated IN