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The national Republican., 1867-01-10
The Business OF the Country.

The New York Euenin5 Post appeals ia
Congress for some wise legislation upon
financial matters, in an article beginning
with the following. a...1...
We seem, from the numerous complaints
we hear, To be falling upon what are popu
larly known as "hard times.p Business in
most branches is dull; men who have been q
dozen or twenty years engaged in mercantile
| pursuits tell US they never knew such unpros-
porous times. Sales are small; stocks oi
goods are not renewed; everybody is either
waiting or suffering; either poor, or prudently
expecting to be so. II is true that this Ia the
dull season Of the year. when trade is ex-
pected to languish somewhat; but there is
more than mere temporary deadness.
The great crash, which was SO long looked
for, may not come, because IL has been pro-
vided against to certain extent. II pretty
sure that men in general do not owe much
money! credit is not free; indebtedness
is not great or widespread; the elements OF
q great crash are not, therefore, at hand.
But 1t would seem that we may have rres-
emily general stagnation Of ofbusiness, q dull
ness and deadness as discouraging and dis.
abling as the great revulsion OF l857-per-
haps even more so. Wehear daily Of trade
and industry leaving Us, and seeking refuge
with our neighbors in the British provinces,
or further yet. Our merchants find il i'm
possible to sell American products at profit
abroad; our workmen, in many branches Of
industry are without employment; men long
and prosperously established in business are
compelled to abandon that in which they ex.
celled, and to turn their capital and energy
into pursuits less profitable to the country
Industry and trade are alike paralyzed
The cause Of all this il well known. Our
currency Is deprecated, our skilled labor is
forcibly turned into unaccustomed channels
by unwise legislation; our manufacturers are
burdened with taxes, which make production
too costly for US TO compete in the worlds
markets with other nations; our people are
forced by unjust laws to buy their raw mate.
rials and many Of the necessaries Of life in
the dearest markets.
In all this the enemies Of liberty see cause
for joy and hope. "The delays Of your Con.
gress will yet serve us as we would not serve
ourselves" exclaimeda a shrewd Democrat the
other day toa Republican. "In all that goes
on with you" wrote Southern man, rebel,
to friend here, lately, I'VE see cause for
hope. In keeping us out you do us q ser.
vice-we shall escape the ruin and disgrace
you are bringing upon yourselves. We may
yet attain what we wish, by your own self
destruction"
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
The Missouri War Claims.

The commissioners appointed by THE
President, under an act of Congress author
izing them to investigate the Missouri war
claims, have made report, in which they
allow the State of Missouri $7,236, 1884 for
enrolling, arming, and subslSting troops for
the United States army during the rebellion.
From this is to be deducted the direct tax,
amounting to $76l,l27.33, leaving q balance
due the State Of 90, AIS, ,85l.0l.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

ILLINOIS. The Illinois Legislature con.
yened at Springfield on Monday. Franklin
Corwin, Of Lasalle county, was elected
Speaker, and Gen. Charles @. Lippincott
Secretary. Gov. Gglesbys message is de.
voted Chieayto State affairs. The Governor
represents the finances of the State to be in
a satisfactory condition, and thinks the public
debt will be extinguished in few years He
recommends the adoption Of the constitu
uonal amendment, and calls upon the people
to revise the constitution Of the State strik
ing ont the odious determinations against
personal liberty, and make such other changes
and improvements In the constitution Us re-
Election and discussion may suggest.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
The N.tional Theatre-Drama and

AT the National Theatre grand dramatic
matinee is 70 be given this afternoon. The
"Day after the Wedding and the "Invisible
Prince" win he played with strong casts and
new scenery. s. .-.
The Italian Opera company will this even
ing produce Tampa, or the Marble Bride"
Pieces Of the inspiring music Of this glorious
opera have been carried around the world
by minstrels Of every degree, but it is
seldom that we have m opportunity to wit
ness the entire opera with such artists as are
to appear in it. Miss KELLoGo and RoSooSI
are in the leading roles tonight.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
nEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR,
~ 30 UnrsD srArss fArssr oysIoss

.H.... Ua WASHINGTON, jan ., 1907
On the petition Of Thomas J. Bieaa, Of hsw York,
n. z, praying for the sItsn.isa q psisat granted
70 him ths 2eih day Of April 1854 for improvement
In machine for kakiag and Threading Screw faahs. for
seven years from The s.piratiea q ssld pAtss which
takes place the 18th day Of April, 1857 Htl 'nlr
u y erdsrsd that the ssid petition Be hsard At the
Patent omss MONDAY, the sth day Of April
nsxt at n clock and all persons Aotinsd 10
appsAr and show cause any tksy have why said petit
tion ought net 70 be granted. - =. L. !
Person. opposing the extension are required 70 Ale in
the Patent Omes thsf obi sotions specially set forth In
writing, % lsas. tetp days before the day Of hearing
all tssinony hlsd by either party, 10 be ussa At the
sad hearing, must be taken ARd transmitted In assord
.sss yiiA the 5al.s Of he shss. uhisA viii ,. far
Dispositions ana other papers, relied upon 70 tssti-
mony must Be hlsd In the once oenty days before the
Day Of hsAringi the arsunsnts any, within tsa days
aftsr niing the tsshmony. ...' ...'' Do. Eiafa1
ordsrsd also, that this noties be publshsd In the
RsPuBLIokH kad tho National gsnosr, Washing.
Ton, D. O., and In the Timts, New York, Il. r.. once
week forthrss sneesssivs wssk the frst Of saia pub
s.S.' to be '.. szy days Ir.Sisps %s e =: sy Of
-.# r. Commissionor of Pateats.
P.s.-Editon q the above papers win plsass sepy,
and send thsir bills 10 the faisn onss with paper
containing this notice. ,-..-rr. .. jal0-lavsw
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
John III. Surratt.

Secretary WELLEs yesterday afternoon re,
ceived telegram, by cable, from Rear Ad.
miral GoLDsBoRoUaH, in command Of the Eu.
ropean squadron, announcing that the steamer
swatara left the squadron Tuesday for the
United States, with SURRArT on board
Should the Swatara come by steam power
she will reach here about the last Of Janu
ary. She sailed from Alexandra, Egypt, OF
the 2lst Of December with SURRATr.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
RECEPTIONS.
The Presidents Leyees.

The Presidents Leyees.
We are authorized TO announce that THr
PRrsrpKSr will hold his 8rst public levee this
d year on Thursday evening, the 18th Of Jan
uary; the second on Thursday evening, the
7th Of February; and the third on Friday
evening, February 22--to commence each
evening at eight o'clock, and to close a'
eleven. rrf7.f5L
.. -. DRAwISe-Roox RRoRPTIoss. rT
We are also authorized TO announce that
THE PREsIDKxr's daughters, Mrs. PArrxRsos
and Mrs. SrovER, will be al home on Monday
afternoons.
.... ...arrs oABIsKr REoEPrfoSs. -rs. t... /
The ladies Of Secretary Bnowsno's fkmily
will receive their friends on Wednesday after.
moons. The residence Of the, Secretary Of
the Interior is on the east side Of Montgom-
cry street, Georgetown Heights. ,G "a. ,rl
The ladies Of Secretary McCULLocH's fam-
lily will receive, as usual, on Wednesday af
ternoons. Residence 30s n street, between
Connecticut avenue and Seventeenth street
SPEAKER ooLyAx's RscKrross. Ms,
Speaker CoLrA1's receptions will begin on
Thursday evening, Jan. 10th, and continue
every Thursday evening during the session,
from 81 to IL O'Clock, p. m. DO. ID, o. .'.s
The receptions ofthe Speakers mother and
sister, Mrs. and Miss MATTHEWS, for ladies,
and gentlemen accompanying them, viii be-
gin on Wednesday, Jan. 18th, and continue
every Wednesday afternoon thereafter, from
l to 4 o'clock, p. m. 30 ,..,
GENERAL GRASr's RECEPTIONS. ~
Receptions will be held by Gen. GRAsr and
lady on Wednesdays, the 9th and 2sd in
slant and 9Th proximo, in the evening. At
home every Saturday from 2 to 5p. m.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
IMPAIRMENT OF TIE INTERIOR,
~ 40 unrse srArts PArnsI oynss,

WA8nfnarcH, Jan. y, 1857
On the petition Of Christopher Daskwerih, of Mount
Carmel oenn., prayins for The sxtsnsioa q patent
granted 70 him the 2Sth day Of June 1885, for an i'm
provesat Il sAutils Boz Motion in Looms, for
years fisn Ne ssgir..ion q said psasat which takes
i 10 ordered thai ths s.id petition be heard ~ the
Patent omes on MONDAY, the sd day o. June
NEXT Al u O'Clock and All psrsops are notAsd 10
sss. ssRssS ,Ss sSss. :hss e they
the Pstsnt 0hcs their specially sci forth In
writing, issst esn days before the dsy Of hearing,
all testmohy nsd by either party, 70 bs u.sd at the
said hearing must be taken and transmitted IN Accord
sne. with the rule. Of the once, which will b fur.
Dsposinoai ana other pspsrs, relied upon as ts.u.
mony must be nled In the coe tosnty days bsfofs the
day of hearing the arguments II any, within ten days
amor hhnE the testimony. =. y aE. al
Ordered, also, that this notice bs yubshsd ID the
RHrusLrcis and the Inislligsnesr, WAshingten D. O.,
and IN the. Palladium. New Haven, Conhsetieut
once week for three Eueeessvs weeks Che hrst Of
.sd publsatioh, TO be at least sixty days PIsyeus 10
the day Of hearing 2. o. rHKlKHR,
.s.-Editorsef the shove papsrs viii pleas copy,
and ssnd their bills to the Patent onss with papsr
sontAiniaE this notice. jalo-vsw
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Personal,

Hon. GEO. AsHxUN, Of Mass, Is at vii
lards.
MAJ. GEN. AvERILL, Consul General Il
osnAda, arrived on Monday, and held On interview
with Secretary Seward.
WIN. M. EyERTs, Esq, Of New York, is in
town. ..t.
MAJ. GEN. scHoFIELD is in the city.
Hon. CHARLEs DKSIsoS, Of Pa, and Hon.
J. P. Usher, Of Ind, EI-ssorstsry Of the Interior
arrived at the Metropolitan yesterday.
SAMUEL BARD, Esq, editor Of the Atlanta
Ns0 Era, is at Willard's.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Ths Owen Houss.

1t will be from the cards Of the prOpriotOrs Of
the Owen House. published In our advertising col.
umns this morning. that the partnership between
Msssu THOMPSON 4 owEs terminated on the 9Th
instant The Owen House will be conducted In the
future BY the proprietor. Col. sAHUBL Z. OWES
who takes the held in person" and mono who
know him will venture to doubt that ho can keep
hotel. The Owen House Is kept on tho European
plan, and Is stocked and furnished with everything
most desirable for real comfort ... .h'
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
THE PRESIDENTS TOAST.

AT the supper in commemoration Of the
battle Of New Orleans, Tuesday evening, the
Hon. MoSreoxERr BLkrn rose and said:
II break In upon the regular order Of the
proceedings to announce that Tam delegated
by the Committee Of Arrangements to pro-
pose the health Of the President OF THE
UsrrEp STATES"
The toast was drunk with hearty and pro-
longed cheering, and The PRESIDENT rose
and made the following reply:
THE PRESIDENTS REPLY.
"GRsTLENKS II is not my purpose in
rising 10 make an address on this occasion,
and I shall try, at this opportunity at least,
III have not, or cannot, in others, TO initiate
the example that has been set by the dis
tinguished and illustrious statesman that has
been alluded 10 here tonight by the chair
man Of the meeting, to repond to the demon
stration you have male this evening by
merely proposing sentiment: NO. .g
'laNo State Of It's own will has the right,
under the Constitution, TO renounce its place
in, or to withdraw from, the Union. Cheers.
Nor has the Congress Of the United States,
under the Constitution, the power to degrade
the people Of any State by reducing them TO
the condition Of mere territorial depend
ency upon the federal head. The one is q
disruption and dissolution Of the Govern
ment; the other is consolidation and the ex-
ercise Of despotic power. The advocates Of
either are alike the enemies Of the Union
and our federal form Of government"
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Wallis Opera House.

This evening Mr.. E. L. DAVENPORT appears
in the character Of Adam Trueman in Mrs
ANNA Cora MowArr RrcHIEs elegant and
clever comedy Of Fashion" Mr.. DAvEs
PORT will be supported by host Of talent
including Mrs. JORDAN, Mrs. GRArrAS, Mis-
BLANCHE GREY, Miss LASSrER, Messrs. Nor
TIMER, HALE, VARRY, etc. 1t will doubtless
be a performance Of rare excellence. To
morrow night the School for Scandal" viii
be played for Mr. DAvENPoRr's benefit.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

The Supreme Court Of Georgia has decided
that the ordinance, adopted by the conVen-
ton Of 1865, declaring valid contracts made
during the war, and authorizing the courts
to adjust the equities between the parties,
does not impair the obligations Of contracts,
but authorizes the court to construe their
force and effect, and determine the value Of
the consideration, according to the equity
and intention of the parties.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
ImDeachuaent.

The New York Tribune Of Jan. 8 says,
sententiously, (the italics being our own,) the
following: .. ..U7 ..r
'In this country, the shortest political road
is that which leads from majority to mi
nority Our party will take this road when
it rashly begins impeachment"
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Stephens Dafendasl.

New YoRK, Jan. 9.-At meeting Of one
Of the Fenian circles last evening, Captain
o'Shea denies that Stephens had broken
faith, was a traitor or had defrauded the
Brotherhood. The funds we're all safe in
the hands Of Colonel Kelley and other per
rnanent officers. He said that Stephens is
not British spy, nor in connivance with the
British Government Circumstances com
PEELED him TO remain here on the departure
Of the last French steamer, as he was with
out funds
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
The Freedmen's Bureau I'm south
...... Carolina.

COLUMBIA, s. O., Jan. 9.---General Howard
and suite are here, examining the condition
Of the colored people. The General deliy-
cred an address last night st the African
Church, advising the freedmen to remain
where they were, to be industrious, and abide
by their contracts He also urged upon
them the importance Of education. "
. Gov. Orr is about to visit Washington. g,
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

IT is announced as the general impression
in Europe that the strong feelings of the
Greeks against the Turks on account Of the
Cretan insurrection will soon break out into
open hostilities. The various nations OF Eu.
rope are therefore discussing the attitude
they will assume if Greece interferes. Russia
is raising an army Of over 800, 900 men
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
The IIIineis senatorship.

omoAGo, Jan. 9.---The Republicans in the
State Legislature have decided not to hold q
caucus on the question Of the United States
Senatorship until Monday evening bya vote
OF "A TO 20. II is stated that the friends Of
Mr.. Trumbull favored an earlier day, and
the postponement Is considered victory on
the part OF Gen. Palmer's friends, D.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
The Pardoued Rebels.

The President Of the United States sent To
the House Of Representatives yesterday g
partial list Of the rebels pardoned, stating in
his communication that there would not be
time during the present session Of Congress
to make the list complete as called for by
that body. The list embraces all the more
prominent cases in each Of the Southern
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
steamer sunk.

GALVESTON, Jan. THE steamer Sun
Flower was sunk on Sunday evening above
Patrick's Ferry, on Trinity, with 5000 bales
Of cotton on board. The boat was q total
loss. The cotton was mostly saved. q.
A civilian reports various cases Of lynch
ing as having occurred lately in Calhoun and
Upper Washington counties.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
AIissouri senatorship.

ST. LOUIS Jan. 8.-The Democrafs JEFF
ferson City special says that Gov. Fletcher
has withdrawn from the Senatorial canvass
This relieves several members pledged to
Fletcher, and will probably insure brakes
election. although strong tide is setting in
favor Of Gen. Loan, member Of Congress
from the Seventh district. " ... :
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Maryland Legislative Caucus.

ANNAPOLIS, Nd, Jan. oil p. m-The
caucus is still in session. 1t is understood
to be an informal meeting, and there is no
prospect Of an agreement being reached to-
night. The Eastern Shore members, it Is
said, decline. to be pledged to abide by the
decision of the caucus.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
From IYa-rrisburr..

HARsrssgnso, HARsrssgnso, Jan s,IThe, Democratic
the Democratic members being present. Sen
ator Cowan was unanimously nomipated as
Che Democratic esndidste for United States
Senator ' 7. ~ '..gls ss4
y 1t Is expected Gov. Geary will make his
appointments for Philadelphia this week,
but that they will not be announced until
after hin inauguration 3ffas 10 ss1frg lssHi
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Defence OF the Governor Of the $50
Calledo State Of Louisiana.

New ORLEANS, Jan. 9.-The Commercial
newspaper Of this city has resumed the de-
fence Of Gov. Wells aud of the convention Of
1864. II defends the Governor for asking
that the present State government be set
aside.
The Legislature begins its session on the
third Monday Of this month
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

An ELEoAST SOCIAL RECEPTION was given
by Mr.. FRANKLIN PHILP at his residence last
night Among the guests were Mr.. and
Mrs. Howard PAUL, the dramatic artists;
Mr.. DAVENPORT, the tragedan, and others.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

OLD Folks CONCERT. The Old Folks
Concerts by Father KEMP's Company, at
Odd Fellows Hall, afford the most pleasing
and innocent entertainment TO both old and
young people. They ought to be well patron,
lad
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

The Leeds Mercury says that the world
will probably have the pleasure Of reading a
new poem from Mr.. Robert Browning next
spring. 1T is no slight thing, nor is Il a col
lection Of small poems that he is now bring.
ing to close; but q great work Of many
thousand lines. 1t 10 founded on q media-
val Roman story, which has fascinated the
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

ASHLEY succeeded in depreciating the
5-20's in foreign markets one quarter per
cent by his impeachment movement, but
they will recover when the foreign brokers
learn who ASHLEY is.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
ErysipeIns Prod uced by Beer.

PHnADELPHIA, Jan! 9.-William Ganger,
the keeper Of lager beer saloon at 7lS
Shippen street, died at the hospital to-day
from erysipelas caused by wounds inflicted
with beer glass during fight at his saloon
on Sunday night last
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Gen. Grants Last Victory.

ST, LOUIS, Jan. o.-The case Of Gen. Grant
against James w. White, upon On unlawful
detainer, was decided by Judge Reber by a
verdict In favor Of Gen. Grant for $47O dam
ages, and Sl6.66 per month for back renti.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

SWISS BELL RIE0ERs.-The Peake Family
(Swiss Bell Ringers) are coming to "ring
out the old, ring in the new" Their con-
csrts are Of most excellent quality.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
no sfrMpnns OF conaRns

Benatori and Representatives oan hsVsthe DAILY
NATIONAL RrpuBtIcLs delivered regularly and
promptly at their rssidsnss, in 'SraPP~, BY order
Ing II through the sscrstsry Of the Senate the
Clerk Of The House Of Representatives, or At the
once Of the REPUBLICAN,, No. bll Ninth street.
near Pennsyivania avenue. .-. rT
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Mr.. and Mrs. howard PsuI.

The unique and piquant entertainments
vocal and dramatic, 1.-the PAuLs ct Net.
1erott Hall are the most striking and pleas
ing entertainments Of dramstic and lyric art
that our citizens have had an opportunity Of
enjoying these many days. The ability, and
versatility Of these accomplished artists, II
fully known TO the public, would ensure them
much fuller houses than they have had. En-
tertainments like theirs are familiar TO the
English people, and in London Mr., and Mrs.
HowARD Paul drew full houses over one
hundred nights. Their transformations into
tho most opposite characters are truly won
derful, and the keen enjoyment Of the spec
tator is never allowed TO flag moment dur
ing the performances Of the evening. They
will appear throughout The week.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
PRESIDENTIAL DINNER PARTY

The PRESIDENT has issued cards to the
Cabinet officers and their ladies for dinner
party at the Executive Mansion tomorrow
evening at six o'clock.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
The Me,isnh.aEaanle.

NEw YoRx, Jan. p.-The Hsraids Mata.
moras special, Of December 25th, gives re-
port Of Q battle recently fought near Gudal.
caster, in tie Stale of San Luis Potosi, be-
tween Mejis's troops and the Liberals under
Trevino resulting In b complete victory for
the latter. A large number OF prisoners
were taken. Escobedo was making forced
march to join Trevino and drive Mejia from
the State. Cortinas is in pursuit Of Canales
whom he promises TO thrash. .lUf
Gen. Berreabatzal has issued decree d.
recting all chiefs and subalterns who have
not reported TO leave Matamoras within
twenty.four hours under the penalty Of trial
as conspirators. TlIIrIJn
Official news Of the occupation or San 1uil
Potosi has been received.
Berreabatzal has been placed in command
Of the States OF Tamaulipas, New Leon and
Coahuila. Tnt gUr 40 s4IrFuug 10
GALVESTON, Jan. 9.-UThe steamer Thames
Capt. Swift, with Veru Orus passengers, put
in here for coal, bound TO New Orleans ~
An intelligent gentleman states that the
entire French army Is moving toward Vera
Cruz, the rear-guard being at, Quefetaro.
Marshal Bazaine has issued orders that the
last French steamer should be embarked by
the 3D. Of March. .i..r. tla r. uTfff =
Positive advices from San Lous Potosi,
December 1b. left the French commander
there with welLappointed force. .asNH b,
The Liberal army under arms was about
5000 strong, but scattered, and leyying enor.
nous contributions on haciendas. Mejia
said he would wait until the rear Of the
French train and treasure had passed, when
he would attack and drive back the Liberals.
Macmillan keeps very close Mt Puebla.
The French expedition is bound TO Tampico,
to clean out the place before embarking.
The French soldiers number $1,000, but at
present there are only two transports and
three frigates, including the Austrian vessels,
at Vera Cruz. s..--...- En-.
The Imperial Mexican force adhering to
Maximilian will number 10000, all armed
from the French arsenals. .s ,.s .-..
The Emperor Maximilian has not the
slightest intention Of abdicating. ,d ulH arr
The French have used great severity
towards parties at Vera Cruz who proclaimed
for Sherman and Campbell on their arrival
there. Dufrain, the commander, is charged
with approving the abuse Of individuals BY
the French. ,t,.,a .-.- ,,..r, .,...
The Commander-in-chie Of the French
army lately imprisoned Charles Morehead
Of the firm OF Davis a Co., at San Luis Po
tosi, in . losthsome dungeon, and ordered q
poor confederate teamster, named Polk, from
Texas, to the punishment Of 800 lashes fol
protecting himself from being run over by q
French officer, BY taking his horse BY the
bride. .. -, 10.
The guerillas threw . railroad train from
the track on Thursday, the Sd Of January
not far from Vera Cruz, sacking the trair
and cutting up the French soldiers on board
The national Republican., 1867-01-10

A SOUTHERN journal asks why the unem-
ploysd freedmen cannot be set at work In the
GoTtbsTu Manufacturing sstsblishIasntS.
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
The constitutional Amendment In
.... Missouri. .r.

Sr. LOUIS, Jan. 8. - The constitutional
amendment passed the House to-day by o
vote Of 90 to "a. .I.... fsa| ~. If, / a'..a' ",
The national Republican., 1867-01-10
Prom thc PaInetto stato.

CHARLEsroS, Jan. s.---All business is stag
nant. '....' '' o"''' ''a'u.',.'.
The grand jury Of the United States Court
found q true bill ip, two cases for smnggling,
but they were thrown out, the testimony be.
ing considered saborned by the customthSuse
oficiala ~ H.r'T. tr.-- VI