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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
The Inuependent Senators.

Hon. John 3. Henderson, one of the
Radical leaders, and Senator from Missou-
ri, is q native of Virginia, and was born
November 16, 1926, and emigrated to Mis-
souri, with his parents In 1881, and has
since been resident of that State. He
was elected to the Legislature in 1848, and
in 1910 began the practice Of law. He was
again elected to the Legislature in 1866
He was defeated for Congress in 1S50-'58
and go. He was appointed in 1862 Uni
ted States Senator by Governor Gamble,
in place of Trusten Polk, and was elected
to the same position for six years. his term
expiring on the 4th Of March next.
SENATOR LYMAN TRUMBULL
Was born in Colchester, Connecticut, o.
tober 13, 1913. He began the practice OF
law in the State Of Georgia, and shortly at
terward removed to Illinois, where he has
since remained. In 1840he was elected to
the Legislature. and for the two succeed
ing years served as Secretary Of State. In
1854 he was elected to Congress by ma
jority of ten votes. He is now serving his
third term in tho Senate, which will expire
March !, 1871.
SENATOR WILLIAM PITT FEsSENDEN
Was born at Boscawen, New Hampshire,
October 16, 1906. He commenced the
practice of law at Portland, Maine, in
1877. In 1882, 40, 10, '46, '53 and 81 he
was a member of the Maine Legislature
In 1871 he was elected Representative in
Congress, and declined a reelection in
1913. He was elected Senator for six
wears, beginning March 4, 1858, and was
reelected in 1859. In 1864 he was appoint
ed Secretary of the Treasury, but resigned
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22

the convictions OF my judgment and my
conscience.
The consequences which may follow,
either from conviction or acquittal, are not
for me, with my convictions to consider
The future is in the hands of Him who
made and governs the universe, and the
fear that He will not govern it wisely and
we'll would not excuse me for violation of
His law.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22

An unknown writer in the last number of
the Galaxy sums up the secret of becoming
millionaire in a number of rules, one of
which is:
"You must be able to devote your life to getting
and keeping other mems earnings; nothing
for their wants. sufferings or disappointments; be
Indifferent to the fact that your wealth involves
their poverty; avoid giving save for a material
equivalent; be needless of the works of nature or
the charms of literature and art; avoid being en-
crossed by the claims of your family, or yielding
to the obligations of friendship.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22

ever, are still kept busily running filling orders
We quote as follows
Pine Steam Sntred lumber Cdr1o rdtes-Der
LOCO feet.
Ordinary assortment Cuba cargoes, SIS 90 al 20 90
Hayt cargoes, on 90 "a 10 90
Full cargoes wide Boards. 1870. % 90 a "a 90
80 6 flooring boards, rough % 90 a 20 90
Ship stun as per specifcations,.... 90 90 q "a 90
Prime River Flooring. Is 90 a IS 90
MoLAssEs.- is no stock on market worthy
OF note. Since our last cargo arrived from Car
denss, but turned out sour, and was Skinned to A
Northern port without being discharged We re-
fer to our table for nominal quotations.
PEA LNUTs-Are il. fair demand for shipment
and anxious to purchase at 81 520$2 so % bush.
PoTAToEs-Are in small supply, and sell at $560
IS 80 q Dbl. for Irish, and 81 so u bushel for
Sweet.
PoULTRY-Is somewhat scarce,and prices con-
tinue about the same. 1.-Two fowls are sod at 45
QI50 cents each.
PRovIsIoNs-For n. Q. cured bacon there is a
fair demand, with a better supply than usual. Re-
cepts are small and confined principally to small
parcels which sell at 10 cents for hog round, and
2OD2l3 cents for hams-the latter price for choice
lots. A lot received from Tennessee sold at 203
cents for hams. The market is but moderately
supplied with Western. We quote sales of shout
ders at 16l@163 cents, and of sides at 1S1 cents
for rib and 191 cents for clear rib.--LARD-
With Northern the market is modeI ately supplied.
we quote sales at 163@20 cents. No North Caro-
una on market and quotations are merely nomi-
nrto ss have ss6x deoIeG for this
moderately supplied with Northern. Sec table
for quotations.
SALT.-There is but small supply on market
and only a retail enquiry exists Quotations are
given in table.
SHINGLEs.-For the past week there have been
but few arrivals. The market is well supplied
with Common, for which there exists but a nomin al
demand. Prices are quoted at 50 5O1$3 IL NJ,
The demand for Contract is brisk in the absence
of arrivals, and the market rules firm at $4G8$5 a
nj.
T1MBER-Is coming in slowly, and is in active
request for mill purposes. A few RATS have ar
rived during the week, which sold at quotations
given in table.
WooD.-There is but light supply of this ar
ticle on market at present. We quote sales by
the boat load at 50 259$2 81 for pine 50 6O3$2 rs
for ash, and s39$3 Is % cord for oak and light
wood.
FREIoHTs-To coastwise ports are without ma
terlal change as to price. But few vessels are
now IN port and moderate quantity of produce is
offered for shipment. See table for last rates paid
both by steam an0 sailing yessels
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22

SPIRITS TURPENTINE.--At the close Of our last
review this article had advanced to so cents, and
there was considerable buoyancy in the market.
it declined, the highest price obtained that day
being AZ cents, and was subsequently as low as As
cents. A good feeling prevails, and if sus-
of an advance. The sales for the week have been
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
THE WEATHER.

It shines, it rains,
Then shines again,
What does the weather mean?
1t laughs in doubt,
The sun comes out
With drizzling mists between.
Now dark. now light,
Like day, like night,
It's changing. tickle weather;
It mists at times,
Then rains or shines, s.
And sometimes all together.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
Methodist General Conference.

CHICAGO, ILL, May 2O-P. NJ.
The General Conference referred to the COM
mittee five petitions for uniting tho Methodist
Episcopal and Protestant Episcopal Churches.
A resolution looking to organization Of col
ored preachers in separate Conference, was
ferred to the committee on Boundaries.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22

In Germany it is stated that the printing
of books in Roman type is becoming quite
common. It will take good while, how
ever, to abolish the German character.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
Markets..

NEW YORK, May 21-Noon.
Gold 1895. Sterling Exchange ITO. Virginia
Skies 524, Old Bonds 1903.
Flour-Common heavy good firm. Wheat
dropping. Com unchanged. Pork steady. Lard
quiet Cotton dull and lower at 300314 CENTS
Freights firm. Naval Stores unchanged.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
Marine Intelligence.

CHARLESTON, s. c., May 2O-P. M.
Sailed-Steamer James Adger, for New York
Ship Il 81 Tucker, for st. Johns, N. B.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
Cha. lestOn Municipal Nominations.

CHARLESTON, 8. c., May OPP. M.
The Conservatives Of this city have nominated
for Mayor Col. William P. Patton, an ex-officer of
the United States army, who served gallantly
during the war. and who is now engaged in cotton
planting. His opponent is Gilbert Pillsbury, an
ez-Bureau agent, who will be supported by the
negro Union League and tho extreme Radicals.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22

the attorney general, were also present,
occupying their old seats. They, too,
noted the progress of the vote with much
interest.
THE VOTE BY STATES.
The vote, by States, is as follows:
Guilty California, Michigan, Nevada,
New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island. Massa-
chusetts. Nebraska, New Hampshire, New
York, Oregon, Vermont
Not Guilty.-Delaware, Maryland, Ken
lucky, Tennessee.
Divided Illinois. Indiana.
Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri,
Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Wisconsin.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
From Washington.

From Washington.
WASHINGTON. D. O., May 2O-Noon.
The Chronicle of this morning says that the
Impeachment Managers are gleeful over the cor
ruption investiga cations. No authentic details have
transpired.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
Wilmington Wholesale Prices Current.

BEEswAx, ID SO @ s.
BEEF CATTLE,
y 100 lbs. 9 90 oil 90
BRICEs,
b NJ. 10 co OILS co
BARRELS, Sp'ts t., each
2nd hand. q so @ 8 70
New. g 20 q 3 rs
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
Chicago Republican Convention.

Chicago Republican Convention.
CHICAGO, ILL.,, May 2O-P. M.
Governor Ward called the Convention to order
Bishop Simpson prayed. Carl Schurz, temporary
Chairman. committee of one from each State
was appointed on Credentials. Texas is unrep-
resented. Tho Southern States were all called
Nineteen negroes are among the delegates. The
canvass for Vice President is spirited. 1t is
thought Mr. Wade will lead on the first ballot.
The Convention adjourned after effecting an
organization to await the report of the committee
on Credentials Tomorrow.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22

From Neutrality-suspicious. OF Con-
gress, &c.
WASHINGTON, D. c., May 20-P. NJ.
HENATE.-No session.
HoUsE.-Without the transaction OF business,
the House adjourned to Saturday.
MISCELLANEOUS.
The Managers of Impeachment have demanded
copies of all kilograms sent hence on Friday.
General Boynton testified as to hearing Mr..
Ross say, on the 18th Instant, that he would vote
for the eleventh article.
Some seventy-dve private kilograms. sent hence,
were furnished to the Managers.
The people complain because the Cashier of the
First National Bank allowed Mr.. Butler to examine
the private accounts.
President johnson was in Masonic procession
to-day, on foot.
The health of ex-President Buchanan is re-
ported to be much worse.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
From Chicago.

From Chicago.
CHICAGO, ILL.,, May 2O-Noon.
The Soldiers and Sailors Convention, in ses-
sion in this city, have passed resolutions endors-
ing General Grant for President, and favoring
impeachment and protection to naturalzed cti-
zens abroad.
In passing the Tribune Office the procession
gave three groans.
The city is crowded with strangers and arrivals
still continue.
Seats have been provided for Southern dele
gates.
Connecticut Senatorshfp
HARTFORD, Conn.,. May 20-Noon.
The following is the result of the Senatorial
election: Buckingham, Republican, 1874; Dixon,
Democrat 109.
From Washington-Proceed OF Con-
Gress, &c.
WAsHINcTo,r n n Nov
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22

ever, still kept busily running filling orders
We quote as follows
Pine SteHTt Snlred lumber Cdrgo rdtes-per
LOCO feet.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1868-05-22
AGENTS WANTED FOR THE

Chapel Hill, May 18th, 1863.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23
. ANDERsoNVILIE.

4 recent Issue of the Chicago Times con-
tains n letter signed By a pretended Ander-
sonviLe prisoner, in which the writer not only
attempts 10 veil the horrors of the most re-
nowned hell-hole that ever desecrated Amer
lean soil, but actually denies the statements.
and attempts to cas-. suspicion upon the hon.
or and fidelity of thousands of reliable men
who were so fortunate as to survive the fangs
of famine, and the equally merciless hands
OF their brutal guards, while confined there.
The article has been busily circulated about
Rock Island, in order to prejudice soldiers
against the party the Times represents.
That any paper in the northwest should ad-
anti any such letter into its columns is more
than strange. Andersonville has proven
horror with which the public is too familiar.
There is no doubt that the federal prisoners
there were treated more like dogs than men,
and that Wirz richly deserved the rope which
he received. The fact is, in the history of
the world, in no cline or age have prisoners
Of war been subjected to such treatment as
were our soldiers at Andersonville, If we ex-
cept those captured BY Indiaus, and be-
tween speedy death by fire a the stake,
and lingering death from a scorching sun
and the agonies Of famine, there can be but
little choice. :, The old time style of slaught-
ersng captives would have been merciful
one compared to that adopted. No man
who was ever imprisoned at AndersonviIle,
could be forced or hired to deny the bsrbar-
tiles practieed there by Wirz and, his min
ons, and whenever a man does attempt to
deny what has been proven BY the unim.
peachable testimony of thousands to be true,
weare compelled to set him down as fool
or liar, or both combined. Ii is our opin,
ion that this rather tsrdy defender of the
fendish Wirz never saw Andersonville, and
that the less bis stuff is admitted into demo-
cratic papers, the better it viii be for our
party. p.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23
Catholic 4th of July Pic Mic.

The catholics, of Rock Island and vicinity
will hold their annual pic mic in some grove
near this city, on the 4th of July, as usual,
and thus celebrate the day which gives them
Independence of Great Britain. They hope,
on this occasion, to realize sufficient to ex-
tinguish the small debt on their church and
to make some progress toward its compile
ton. The gallery is not yet erected, and is
very much needed. 1t win give additional
room; give one more opening for entrance
and exit; and contribute much to the com.
fort of the people worshipping there. The
towers are also to be built, and considerable
painting. and perhaps frescoing to be done.
BY united and vigorous efforts and liberal
contributions from am61g themselves, they
hope to raise funds sufficient to accomplish
these needed improvements. Tables viii be
set, with refreshments Of every kind, and
music suitable to the occasion will be pro.
vided. Come with your families and friends
and make happy day.
Junel Sdtd.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23
The Radicals and the Workingmen.

Mr.. Sylvis, the leaderof the workingmen's
organization in Pennsylvania, in q letter to
the Peoples Weekly, says;
have frequently said there was no hope
for the industry of the nation in the republi-
can party. That was clearly demonstrated
at Chicago. Wall street run the whole con-
Germ, and bound the party body and soul to
the money swindlers. The platform adopted
at Chicago is an insult to every workingman
in the country, and an outrage upon common
sense. They favor reduction of taxation
and recommend measures that make any
reduction in taxes an impossibility. The
great land and labor reform questions are ig-
nored altogether. They pledge their sym
patty with all the oppressed people who are
struggling for their rights and repudiate
the claims of the oppressed people at home
who are struggling for their rights, and
starving while they struggle.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23

The Cincinnati Chronicle, radical paper
of the strictest sense, and one that cor
rectly represents the feelings of radicals to-
ward foreigners, prefers the negro to Irish,
men. In an issue of the 10th inst, the
Chronicle says:
This is trying Ireland by the Irish rule.
Paddy Whack echoes the democratic cry OF
"a white mans government" on the ground
that the negroes are not capable of self
government.
We win not be guilty Of uttering the afro.
cious sentiment that says q negro is better,
or as good, as an Irlshman, but We will say,
without fear of successful contradiction, that
in all the qualities going to make up good
citizenship the negro as The superior. In
this, an ignorant negro has the advantage
of an educated Irishman, if we abide by the
base, built under the republic by the fathers,
as its foundation, which is made up of viz.
tue, as well as intelligence, in the citizen,
and exhibits itself in recognition of law
and support of order" as
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23
JOHN RoBINsoN's CIRCUS { MEHAGRRrE

This, the model combination establish.
ment of 1868, is on the way up the river
and will unfold its immense pavilion in this
city, on next Saturday, for one day only.
Our exchanges in Cincinnati, Louisville
and St. Louis, which ere supposed to be
well versed in such matters, pronounce the
veteran Snowman, John Robinson's combi-
nation, the ne plus ultra of excellence.
The bareback riding of the woman
wonder, Cordelia, has not been equaled in
this, or any other age, while the great Per.
isian leaper, Geo. M. Kelly, summersaults
over fourteen and fifteen horses with the
nonchalent grace of a perfect artist in this
specially. The colored boy, Lewis, is at
traeting the attention Of everybody with his
unsurpassed hurdle act. These are but
few of the arenie qualities of this greatest of
all modern shows, for besides them, we be-
hold long catalogue of well known and
unapproachable stars.
The menagerie is the largest and most
carefully selected travelling this season, en-
bracing none of the conmoner grade of an
imals, but all choice and rare--such as the
white polar bear, Bengal tiger, Brazilien
tigers, hunting leopard, four lions, trained
Cervus Alcis, ostrich, cassawanies, number
less specimens of monkies, the valpus, a
species of Tartar kline, etcesera. We have
not space te notice all the merits of this
stupendous concern.
The reputation of the veteran Snowman.
old John Robinson, is sufficient guarantee
OF the excellence of this entertainment-and
surety that his successful name will not be
COMPOUNDED with that of any other. Remem.
Der next Saturday, June a, 1868.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23

A number of New York newspaper cor
respondents accompanied Gen. Grant on his
progress to and from West Point, and mar
rowly watched every movement. The 7Ti,
bune man saw startling exhibition of be-
nevolenee. He-says that ION his way down
the river, Gen. Grant Lighted cigar, and
sat down near the guards. The string band
on board played national airs while he sat
reading and smoking. The newspaper boy
was selling badges of the General, and sud.
denly coming up 70 the smoker, said, "Grani
badges, rs cents a piece; good likeness, only
rs cents" Grant put his hand into his
pocket, and taking out a. City cent note,
handed it to the boy, took the badge, and
said, "NeEer mind the change" and resu-
med his cigar The representative of the
Herald furnishes another anecdote, which
displaysthe depth of thought Of the radical
candidate: "a prominent politician re-
solved to watch the General closely, and to
listen TO every word he said to his friends,
hoping that politics might never so slightly
enter into their conversation. Well, he sat
by Grant all the way up, but it appears that
the General did not speak word TO his
comrades on any subjec. whatever, until, in
field bordering the shore, the sight Of an
old, sickly horse, leaning his weary head
against the wooden bars seemed to attract
his attention, Turning to one of his friends,
he pointed in the direction of the field, and
said, in his usual inexpensive way, Look
at that poor horse" and then resumed his
cigar" '@ ess,l'o
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23
The Cincinnati Enquirer, in speaking o.

The Cincinnati Enquirer, in speaking Of
the approaching national convention at New
York, says:
"The nominations at New York will be
made with more dehberation, and less under
the influence of outside cheers and demon
STATIONS than any nominations that have
been made for years. The escort that twill
go from Cincinnati, and other cities Of the
west, viii not go there with the expectation
of influencing the convention BY noisy DEM
onstrations, nor win they make any attempt
in that line. They go because they take a
deep interest in the nomination of Mr.. PEN
dleton, and their attendance near the con-
vention is one way to show their solictude.
No outside or inside viyas ara going to in
fuence the convention particle. The af,
fair 10 too serious and the results of its &C.
tion are regarded as too momentous to the
country, for delegates to make up their iudp-
nents from the surrounding crowd, or It's
Swelling chorus" .ss.s5.,s-
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23

The Western Fire Company and the
Rock Island Turner'S have united and
agreed to hold a grand pic mic in the shady
grove on the grounds near the Lively Tur,
ties base ball course, on the west side oil
the Camden road. this side of the fair
grounds. They invite the Rescue fire com
pany; City Council; the Board of Trade;
also the Davenport ere companies and the
Davenport and Moline Turner's TO Join with
them on that day. Everything NEE essary
for the comfort of the people will be provi.
ded. Plenty of refreshments. Also Beihrs
band, Q good dancing foor and other amuse-
ments. ~~
aJune lSdtd &M SIS
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23

The known democratic gains in Indiana
have been so great, that if there is q like ra.
ito hereafter, the democrats say they can
carry the state by $4,000 majority in Novem-
Der next. The radicals in their estimates,
class the state as "doubtfpi.p A change of
an aggregate of only 1880 votes in the dis
tricts of the state, viii give the democrats
control of the senate and house of represen-
tatiyes
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23

Ex-Goy. Brown is president Of the Central
Grant Club Of GeOrgia.-Quiney Wing.
The Whig should have added that ex-
Gov. Brown, of Georgia, was also the found.
er and superintendent of the "Andersonville
prison pens" where federal soldiers were in
careerated during the war.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23

When the New York Tribune was oppos.
ing the nomination of Gen. Grant for the
presidency, it said something more than "en-
ergetio mediocrity," dumbness, and assum-
ed serenity" and "selfpoise" will be requir-
ed in the next president ofthe United States.
This is what the people say now.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23

The San Francisco Examiaer says that
the three states of California, Oregon and
Nevada, may be set down as sure for the
democratic candidate in November. Cali.
fornia viii give 10000 democratic majority.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23

A St Louis paper says the Germans Of
Missouri don't take kindly to Grant. Their
idol of a military hero was Fremont. He
made point of promoting German officers.
Grant never did. Hence the Germans of
St. Louis refuse to ratify Grants nomina-
tim
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-06-23
DEMoCRATIc COUNTY CONVENTION.

Alta meeting of the Democratic County Conn
mis.ee. and of the Rock Isiand Ward Commit
tees, held at the office Of A. Wagener, Esq, in
Rook Island, on the I'd instant, it was voted TO
hold county convention in the Court House, in
Rock Island, on SATURDAY, july l1rH, 1883, at
II o'clock in the forenoon, for the purpose OF
nominating candidates for county officers, and
appointing delegates to congressional, senatorial
and Judicial conventions. Also to fill any va
oaneiss which may then exist in the county COM
mittee. r-E
II was also recommended that the democratic
and conservative voters in the several townships
hold meetings on Saturday, June 27th Instant,
to choose delegates to the county convention,
Also 10 form democratic clubs in the several
townships and wards; and take measures to per-
feet their organization, and procure supply OF
reading matter for every family within their
jurisdiction. -
Each township win be entitled TO one delegate.
and also one additional delegate for every 20
democratic votes cast at the last presidential