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7. NJ. VEsTAL,

At meeting of the citizens of Davidson Coun-
ty, held at Union Grove Oh the 10th instant, on
motion Mr.. Joseph Miller was called to the Chair
and w. L. Cecil appointed Secretary.
The Chairman explained the object of the meet
ing when, on motion, the following gentlemen
were appointed to draft resolutions viz: w. L.
Cecil, j. W. Hilton, Green Leonard, white,
George Clark and Jackson Elor, colored.
The Committee reported the following pream-
bic and resolutions which were unanimously
adopted:
WHEREAS, The situation of affairs in our State
demand immediate action on the part OF every
loyal unonist to restore the State to its former
position in the American Union, therefore be it,
ReSOlred, That chcerfully concur in the
construction programme of the Congress of the
Unifed States, which, alter trying the effects of
gentle means and failed, have had TO resort to q
more severe method to reclaim the erring people
of the South
Resolved, That we hold that all men are created
equal and should enjoy equal rights and privile-
ges under Republican form of government.
RtSOlaed, That we commend the colored people
of our section for their zeal in building up their
schools, and for the cheerful manner in which
they have borne up under the trying situation
which they were placed at the close of the re-
bellion.
Resol.ed, That conscientious, deliberate and
willful treason should neither be honored nor re-
warded; that those who in 1S60-'6l, involved
the nation in unjust and unproyoked war are
the enemies of mankind, and capable of commit
ting any crime in order to crafty their ambition
or satisfy their lust for power.
Resolred, That the future peace of the nation,
the preservation of the Union aud of free govern
mcnt for ourselves and our children alike imper-
atively demand that the instigators and leaders
OF the rebellion who, in 1S60-'61, in spite of all
the Conservatism of the country, in violation of
the known will of two-thirds of the people, oaths
of allegiance &C., plunged the country into war
and blood-shed should be prevented from assum-
ing official control of the State or voice in the
nations councils
ReSolred, That we hail with delight the pub.
LEGATION of the Great Republic at Washington, d.
c., as the organ of the L. L. A. and we will CO.
operate with our U. L. A. brethren of the loyal
States in completing the great moral and politi-
lion has rendered necessary and practicable.
ReSolaed, That copy of these resolutions be
sent to the North Carolina Standard for publica-
ton, with request that all Republican papers in
the State copy.
JOSEPH MILLER, Chairman.
w T. rEc1I So.retoru
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PROSPECTS OF THE REPUBLICAN, ~,
In NORTH.CARMJyI tArSE

The call for meeting Of tbo O..
cutive Committee, has proved o'"te Exc.
success. Owing to the want of glorious
conveniences, the extreme westorn travelling
of the State was represented onlv - portion
The meeting of the COMMITTEE ~ proxies.
addition OF other invited promineon WIN N the
licans, was so full as to make IL NV hepnb.
meet in the Commons Hall of the StesSary to
itol ''ate Cap
The Republican platform adontoa
9th of March last, was fullv d p.s. On the
all that were present; and the chi" oiSed by
seemed to be to render the partr en- OBJECT
efficient. To the flrtherance of ~: til more
was resolved to hold delegated CO, Us end, it
at Raleigh, on the first WednesdsU Invention
TENDER next, for the purpose of tafin no Dep
additional steps as may be deemed naeos such
and proper for the cause. This conSy
properly and periodically carried o Mnse. II
defeat the boosted prospects and any,; VIII
hopes of secessionists and the enen, iious
freedom and the Union. Let us in - ths OF
ture avoid everything looking to h;o i"e ID
and divisions. On the success Of onr
depends the future security of nerr,e caOse
Government, and the peace and h ann;eh
of the people. The cause is too sacr pp'neSs
holy to be tempered with and endanna anu
by profitless divisions. Sefea
The chairman of the Committee in
it of magnanimity, called this meeting ' al,
invited those who had opposed the meda and 4.
organization, but had taken no cxcent; "e o d
the platform of principles, and the rea"l. 70
the call for new Convention, to be IoIT Is Is
the city of Raleigh, in September next IN m
all strive to cherish this spirit of conci LII
ton; let harmony and good will prqv vlia,
let us all get into the harness, and w;th
will co-equal with the Importance of '' th d
cause, pull steadily together. Let rs ' ne
this, and we can carry North Carolina NV 10 :
majority of thousands.
The Republican party has enemies with
out and within. This enmity is coextens;ro
with the malignant hatred that exists ~
wards the Union and it advocates and Nv wv
holders. 1t is expedient, right, Just to tRn
toiling passes of our people, that ue see to i J.
that further delay in reconstructing I'll
State upon loyal and just basis, shall me-
be the fault of the Union Republican partv
Hen. Pioneer.
The Pioneer isedited by Hon. A. H. Jones
the President of the 9th of March ConyeD.
ton.
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REPUBLICAN MEETING In YADKIN COUNTY.

At meeting of the citizens of Yadkin County,
held at Brought n's Store on the 9TH instant, on
motion, George Nix was called to the Chair and
| L. NJ. Vestal appointed Secretary.
| The Chairman appointed the following gentle
men as a committee to draft resolutions express
| i've of the sense of the meeting, VIZ: H. " Felts,
P. NJ. Nix, s. c. Davis, j. NJ. Barnes, William
| Partin, whites, anc Charles Long, Lee Carson,
| Miles Nicholson, colorcd
| During the absence of the Committee the meet
| ing was addressed by the Chairman, Messrs
| Tios Haynes, B. B. Benham t. NJ. Vestal and
others endorsing the platform of the Republican
party as set forth in the Convention on the 9th
March last.
Mr. Vestal then introduced Rev. w. Gray,
of Iredell County, who addressed the meeting at
length. The greatest enthusiasm prevailed, and
the speakers were frequently interrupted with ap-
plause they told the people many plain truths
in the history of the past and eXpounded the great
Republican doctrine of Union, Liberty, Equality
The Committee returned and reported the fol-
lowing resolutions which were unanimously
adopted
Resoloed, That we tender through this meeting
to the honorable members of the Congress OF the
United States our heartfelt thanks for their indie
fatigable efforts in behalf of Union men South in
passing the Reconstruction Bill.
RESOLVED, That we cheerfully accept the situa-
ton provided by said bill and will do all in our
power to carry it out in good faith.
Hesolued, That we endorse the platform OF the
Republican party adopted in Convention at
Raleigh on the 9th March last.
Resolved, That we this day unfurl the banner of
the Republican party believing that the great
principles of Union, Liberty, Equality are the
only solution of our present political difficulties.
ResolUed, That upon our broad platform we in
vite all fair-mnded men, without regard to race
or color to unite with us to make a long pull,
strong pull and pull altogether in order to re-
store North Carolina to her former position in the
Federal Union.
Resolved That we will support no man for of
flee who does not stand fairly and squarely upon
the platform of the Republican party.
ReSoEred That we tender our thanks to George
Nix, Esq, member of the Legislature in 1865, for
standing by his Union principles also to I. NJ
Vestal, Esq, for his unhinching fidelity to the
Union cause in the Legislature OF rth-Carolina
at its last session.
Resolred, That copy of these resolutions be
sent to the Raleigh Standard for publication, re-
questing other Republican papers to copy.
GEORGE NIX, Citnt'n.
T. NJ VESTAI .Sec'U
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Fayetteville, June ID, 1867.

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MEssRs. EDITORS Il have had but little to do
with the public affairs of the State for the last
year, for the reason that it seemed to me that
Union man before, and during the war, stood but
little chance to be heard by either the admins
tration of the State the United States. 1t
seemed that both administrations was doing all
in its power to make treason respectable and lOy-
atty odi0us. As soon as the government of the
State come into the hands Of Governor WORTH he
Immediately turned out of Office all Union men,
and put i'll those who openly boosted of their
treason to the United States during the war, and
still wishing n their hearts that something might
turn up to bring about war between the United
States and foreign governments so that they might
again precpitate another rebellion against the
Government of our Fathers.
The Union men were treated with scorn and
contempt by the Governor and his satraps. Ex-
officers of the so-called Confederate Government,
seeing how things stood, Immediately organized
bands of their former comrades for the purpose
OF plundering the ''mean whites or Union men,
and the poor unfortunate negroes. They roamed
the country over stealing horses, mules, sackiny
houses, stripping them Of apparel of every dis
cripton and all that they had to eat. If arrested
they invaribly proved an abb, the negroes oath
was not respected when in collision with a dozen
Confederates procured for the occasion, who be-
longed with these desperate thieves. Nearly ey-
cry reb. in the neighborhoods of their operations
were directly or indirectly connected with their
nefarious operations; evidence to convict was
impossible, only on the oath of the poor victim
robbed; and on trial if arrested, they would have
such an array of witnesses to prove whatever was
necessary to clear them, that they were invariably
released, to again plumber with impunity. This
continued until the glorious Congress of the
Union strengthened the hands of the military,
and took away the power Of Mr.. johnson for
harm Then, Sirs, these mean, contemplate
traitors again fall upon their knees and plead
loyalty, even as they did when Gen. Sherman was
upon them.
Governor Worth "smiles and smiles again on
Gen Sickles, and hypocrtically kisses the Gen
erals big toe, and in plaintive tones squeals for
the public pap for himself and contemplate and
malicious sAtraps. Old Father Grimes Pell bel
lows loud for his beet steak, and Gales is willing
to walk under the flag. o, such hypocrisy! O.
such mean contemplate I" dirt eaters!' o, such
elite gentlemen! how fallen. Are these the men
that were going to influence the President to make
war upon Congress, in case Joe. Turner, the
smart, was not admitted to a seat in Congress
Certainly not, or they would come out and Strike
TOR their principles; but we will ask Steven, he
knows. Oh! Steven, Steven come out and let
us hear from you.
Messrs, Editors, why does not Gen. Sickles
turn these animals out of the cage? Why does
he allow them to remain in Office to hinder and
keep off reconstruction u. l..
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J,ssps En1roRs:-I notice in the issue of the
WILMINGTON Dispatch of the 18th inst, an article
signed by Thomas j. Curtis OF this place, that re-
fleet so Severely and, we think, unjustly, upon
the Commanding Officer of this Post, that mas
much as, from his position he is debarred the
privilege of replying to any article however
severe consider it my duty, as an ex-officer, to
correct the gentleman on some points, and to
disabuse the public mind of the erroneous i'm
prcssions this article has conveyed.
The article is commenced by stating that
"nine-tenths of the citizens of this place, think
he was removed as much for murder or arson, as
for the cause alleged" The fact is, the gentle
man was removed by order of Maj. Gen. SicNies,
dated on the 18th of May, seven days after the
arrival of the Commanding Officer and his com
mand, and for refusing to take any action IN
queling riot, wherein freedman lost his life
by shot from one of the rioters. And although
it was very aggravated case, 1t was out OF az
tenance to mob law by inaction. For this he
was removed.
In the next clause, the gentleman speaks of
7.estruining Mai Gen Sickles and his petty subal-
terms in the exercise of despotic and unlawfM au.
thority. We think that man who had not the
stamina to put down mob of 40 or 80 men in
small town like this, will have but little influ-
ence with the general government, and the Con-
gress of the United States, in restraining officers
of the ability and standing Of Maj. Gen. Sickles,
and the petty subaltern " alluded to.
must say that the attack upon the Command
ing Officer of this Post, was out of all character
must know full well, that the commandant had
nothing, whatever, to do with his removal. The
Colonel has always spoken in the highest terms
of Mr.. Curtis, and continues to do so. We do
think it was, Ito say the least OF it,, unkind and
ungcnerous.
As for the remark spoken of, that no " North
ern man could get justice in the Courts we
would reier the gentleman to the case of Capt.
John Fry, who was waylaid, and an attempt to
murder, made by two men, where the prisoners
were released on 5000 bail. The only provoca-
ton given for this outrage a legitimate COM
petition in business; and when the United States
authorities attempt to bring them to Justice they
cannot be found, but lay concealed for months
Members ofjuries hare openly stated that in case
Confederate soldier was interested, they could
not conscientiously convict him. "Is this not
enough said upon this point we ask?
As for the remark, that every man that sym
pathized with the rebellion was disfranchised,'
would say, that the Colonel has openly, and in
my presence, said that the " Registers would be
appointed, and receive all orders and instructions
from Maj. Gen. Sckles," and as they would re-
ccive all orders from headquarters, he would have
none to give.
am, sir, very respectfully,
W. A. MANN.
Fayetteville, June 3d. 1867.
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FRANKLIN COUNTY. 80

MsssRs. W. W. HOLDEN & Son "a
Gents Il saw in the Inder published in
II anderson an account of the Mass Meeting
in Louisburg on the 9Th inst, and if what
the Ider says be true about the speech of
JOS. W. Holden, every Republican that l
have met has told me mammoth lies, for they
say it was excellent, and could not be beaten.
Now the truth is .his The speech of Mr..
Holden was letting secession down in the
hind legs and hence his remarks were dis
gushing and offensive and odious" to the
Inaer and all who agree with him, and they
are legion in Franklin. But the Index will
learn lesson when J. W. Holdens DISCUS
ting harangue" goes to the polls to vote, for
l am certain that 50 per cent Of the audience
will vote as J. W. Holden advised them to
do Secession has been wounded in Frank
lin nigh unto death, and it vents ITS nance al
in abuse. RiiFO bLlCAN.
Franklin County, June 18th, 1867.
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The ChOwan Meefinu.

We invite special attention to the proceed
ings of the Great Republican Meeting in
Chowan County, published in the Standard
to-day. 80
The Republicans of Chowan are wide
awake and full of energy. Their sixth Reso
luton is volume in itself 1t sounds like
the trumpet blast of a new era. We should
be glad to see this noble, comprehensive Res
olution endorsed and adopted by every Re-
publican meeting in the State.
Let the Republicans in all parts of the
State initiate the example of the Chowan
Republicans by forming Clubs, and spread
ing the o. L. A. and other 10y a organi-
cations. -. sE....s
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Iowa.
Iowa.
THE REPUBLICAN, STATE CONVENTION.

THE REPUBLICAN STATE CONVENTION.
Dies MONIES, June 20.-The Republican
State Convention to-day nominated Samuel
Morrill,, of McGregor county, for Governor,
and Colonel Scott, of Story county, for Lieut..
Governor A resolution was passed in favor
of an amendment to the State constitution
securing the right of ballot the protection
of law, and equal justice to all men ire
spective of race or color, race, or religion;
approving the reconstruction acts of the last
Congress; demanding that Congress shall
carry out by additional enactment the true
original intent of said acts, and the prompt
trial and punishment according to,law of the
chief of the late rebellion, which is impera-
lively demanded to vindicate the Constitu-
ton and law for the proper punishment OF
the highest crimes.
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The Surratt -POlitics-Instruction
to Military Commanders-Gen. Sick
Ies' Letter, &C., &c.

WASHINGTON, June %.
The proceedings in the Surratt case were
mostly confined to details of the attack on
Mr.. Seward and family. Nothing pointed
or new bearing on the case is developed
The defense again insisted upon the recall
ing the prosecution witnesses for cross ex-
animation, asserting that two were corrupt
and two were indicted as felons. The Court
again took the matter under advisement
and adjourned.
There is Il thorough lull in politics since
the departure of the President. Several
members of Congress have arrived but they
are non-committal.
The following order was issued to-day:
ADJUTANT GENERALS OFFICE,
WASHINGTON, June 81, 1867.
Whereas, several commanders of the Mill
tary Districts created by the acts of Con-
gress, known as the reconstruction acts,
have expressed doubt as to the proper con-
struction thereof, and in respect to some of
their powers and duties under the said acts,
and have applied tn the Executive for infor-
nation in relation thereto, and whereas the
said acts of Congress have been referred to
the Attorney General for his opinion there
on, and the said acts and the opinion of the
Attorney General, have been fully and care
fully considered by the President, in confer
ence with the heads of the respective depart
ments; the President accepts the summary
to the Attorney Generals opinion as prac-
teal Interpretation of the original acts Of
Congress on the points therein prescribed,
and directs the same to be transmitted to
the respective Military Commanders for
their information in order that there may be
uniformity in the execution of said acts
The whole is signed by order of the Pres
ident. .., ..-
E. D. TOWNSEND,
Assistant Adutant General.
The following is Gen. Sickles' letter adj
dressed to the Adjutant General:
~ have the honor to request that may
be relieved from command IN this District
And I respectfully demand Court of Enqui-
ry upon my official action, that may vindi-
cate myself from the accusation of the At
torney General, published it is presumed,
with the approval of the President. Con-
gress having declared the so-called State
Governments illegal, the declaration of the
Attorney General that Military authority has
not superseded them, prevents the execution
of the reconstruction act disarms me of the
means to protect life, property or the rights
of citizens, and menaces all the interests in
these States with RUM q.
The Merchants National Bank of Memphis
Tenn, on its own application is relieved as
depository of Public monies.
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HI. o. A.
I'd.

There will be Grand Council of the He
roes of America, at Lexington, Davidson
County, on the 4th day of July. Business
of much Importance will be considered
Members in good standing are earnestly
urged to be present. "United, we stand ;
divided, we fall"
June %. 1867. I'd.
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Effects of the Heavy Rains-Railroad
Accident two men killed and Several
Injured.
WILMINGTON. June %

WILMINGTON, June 49,
The heavy rains continue almost without
interruption. The farmers are greatly de-
pressed in consequence of the immense dam
age to the crops.
The mail train going west on the Whining
ton and Manchester Railroad broke the
trestle work near Peacock's station last night.
j. d. Harrelson, overseer of the road, and
section master named Byrd were killed.
Several Others were injured. The accident
was caused by the heavy rains.
Fifty feet of the trestle work over Stew.
arts creek bridge, on the Wilmington and
Weldon Railroad, washed away this morn
ing. 1t is thought that the Rock fish bridge.
over the same road, will be washed away
the water is nearly up to the top of the
bridge and is rising.
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PENNsYLvANIANs SETTLING IN VIRGINIA.
A large number of Pennsylvanians especially
from the middle counties, have been passing
through Harrisburg this spring to the VALLEY
OF Virginia for the purpose of seeking invest
ments in real estate. These men are nearly
all accompanied by their families, and intend
to locate permanently in the valley. Thev
are mostly men who served in the late war
and who, while serving their country in the
tented field, had their eyes open for the
main chance" and being attracted by the
rlch lands of the valley, are now determined
to make their homes there.-Haris6my TEL
egr0ph.
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Markets..

NEW YORK, June ~ oz
Cotton easier. Sales 1000 bales ale 81 Jug
Flour more active, State s7@s51J1 S SS1 IL.
Corn. New Western mixed %
Mess Pork $214. .,odv.
Naval Stores quiet but steaa oS June %.
e es. 4 ~. :sa s'a sa T. Sa;H quiet
So, 75as6,oO BALTIMORE, June %.
Bulk meats sd gsods r dsana Mess PorE
$22 so. LIVERPOOL, June %, P. M
Cotton dull. Middling opiaheis
leans III.
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RALEIGH. N. q.
TUESDAY,, June 25th, 1867.
TT. T.. A.

u. L. A.
There will be a grand Council OF the
Union League of America, in Raleigh, on
the 18th day of July. Business OF much I'M
portance will be considered. Members of the
U. L. A. in good standing are earnestly urged
to be present. We must "preserve Liberty"
at all hazards
June 25, 1867. til.
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From New York.

New YORK, June %.
A special committee of the New York
Firemen's Association, With preventative
carriage for Columbia, S. G., sailed yester-
day in the Manhattan for Charleston.
The Posts Washington special says that
Gen. Sickles will probably not be relieved
as requested.
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The New Orleans Times says that ex-Gov-
erncr Wells takes his expulsion from office
philosophically. An acquaintance inquired
how his contest with the military powers
had terminated. MIR. Wells good humored-
four aces, but Flanders had an Arkansas
hand-four jacks and bowie knive- and I
had to cave
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The Presidential Party.

PROVIDENCE June 70.
The Presidents trip is a continued ova-
ton. No speeches are made. He is the
guest of the States through which he passes
Sec Seward and Gen. Rousseau share in the
honors.
So saith Gobright.
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The Sentinel says it has "no confidence in
either Northern or Southern Copperheadism,
or Northern or Southern Radicalism." Then
the Sentinel stands alone. 1t has no politi-
cal associates or friends.
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The Capture of Santa Anna COnfirmed.-
Arch Bishop Spalding.

NEW 1ORK, julio 20.
The capture of Santa Anna, at Sisal, has
been confirmed Vera Cruz had not surren-
dered. Captain General Monzano had sur
rendered.
A Rome letter says it is thought that Arch
Bishop Spalding will return to America
Cardinal.
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The recent fall of rain in parts of the Uni
ted States has been excessive. At New York,
within the last ten days, according to re-
port furnished to the Board of Health of
that city, six inches depth of water has fall
len, which is equivalent to 135, 800 gallons
to every acre of ground.
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sB- Mr.. c. W. HoRNER is authorized to make
business contracts for the Standard office, and to
give receipts.