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DRUNKEN REMARKS OF THE KEITT-ENGLAND AND SLAVERY- PATRIOTIC WOMEN- SLAVE PLOTS.
From Our Own Correspondent.
Charleston, March 28, 186.
The Fugitive Slave Case in Chicago.
The Chicago Slave Case.–The Chicago Tribune speaking of this case says:–
The Harris family lived near St. Louis, and had been fugitives for nearly a month. Their error was in stopping in Chicago to see a maternal relative of the wife, under the stupid fallacy that a nigger has any right to have a mother, other than a mere matter of business. The warrants for their arrest were made out by U.S. Commissioner Corneau of Springfield.
There was a general stampede on Wednesday among the fugitive slaves harbored and residing in this city and within a day or two hundreds of them will have left for Canada, a course we advise to all, who cannot make up their minds to save the country by going back to their masters.
From the Chicago Post.
THE AFRICAN EXCITEMENT.
Fugitive Slaves and the Underground Railroad.
RENDITION OF FUGITVE SLAVES FROM CHICAGO— STAMPEDE FOR CANADA— PRACTICAL ABOLISTIONIST IN KENTUCKY. — It appears, that from some cause or other, the fugitive slave law is more efficiently executed in Northern Illinois now than it was during either Pierce’s term or Buchanan’s. Few or no fugitive slaves, for instance, were returned from Chicago between the years 1853 and 1861. The consequence was that a very large number of fugitives congregated in that city, feeling themselves perfectly secure against arrest and rendition to service.
Janesville (WI) Daily Gazette, "Reign of Terror Among the Colored People of Chicago," April 10, 1861
Reign of Terror Among the Colored People of Chicago.
[From the Chicago Tribune.]
The United States Marshal and his standing advertisement that he has fully equipped his office in the city with fellows of the right kidney, and is now willing to answer all orders, and catch all runaways, guaranteeing promptness and dispatch in so doing, has created a wonderful state of feeling among our colored citizens, to which we have before referred. In saloons and bar-rooms about town, the zealous Federal officer is praised, but good men and humane hang their heads, Republicans finding this one more consolation in the matter,––just this, that the Marshal does well to choose his tools from the party that has always kept blood-hounds in leash, ready at the slave-driver’s beck and bidding. No Republican has yet, we believe received an appointment of the Marshal.
A general stampede of negroes is taking place. Three hundred passed over into Canada from Detroit, between Saturday and Monday evening. One hundred and six, left Chicago by Railroad on Monday evening, for Canada, and it is said that nearly one thousand fugitive slaves, who have survived in Chicago, nine last Fall, are now on their way out of the United States.
The recent instances of the arrest, and rendition of fugitive slaves, escaped into Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois, under the fugitive slave law--without disorder tumult, or attempt at resistance--may be mentioned as far as these instances go, as a favorable sign of the times. It is shown that the matter, which has given such just cause of offence at the South, is still capable of being controlled by law. The carrying out of the law, too, has caused a stampede of runaway negroes in the free States, into Canada. In one sense, then, the "Canada line," is removed further from us. If runaways can only be safe in Canada it will break up the "free State trade" in the line of harboring and concealing what belongs to their neighbors under the Constitution of the country.
...So strongly impressed are those interested with the fact that in that region, which has heretofore been regarded as an abolitionist pandemonium, the fugitive slave law, with all other laws, will be observed, that at this moment there is a perfect stampede for Canada of the runaway slaves who felt themselves perfectly secure against recapture when the Executive power was in Democratic hands, in and about Chicago....
The recent instances of the arrest and rendition of fugitive slaves escaped into Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois under the fugitive slave law, without disorder, tumult, or attempt at resistance, may be mentioned, as far as these instances go, as a favorable sign of the times. It is shown that the matter which has given such just cause of offence at the South is still capable of being controlled by law. The carrying out of the law, too, has caused a stampede of runaway negroes in the free States into Canada. In one sense, then, the “Canada line” is removed further from U.S. If runaways can only be safe in Canada it will break up the “Free-State trade” in the line of harboring and concealing what belongs to their neighbors under the Constitution of the country.–Alexandria Gazette.
Great Stampede of Fugitive Slaves for Canada.––CHICAGO, April 8.––One hundred and six fugitive slaves, who have heretofore taken up their abode here, left this city last night for Canada, via the Michigan Southern Railroad. Over one thousand fugitives have arrived there since last fall, most of whom have left since the recent arrest of five fugitives by the United States Marshal.
DETROIT, April –– About three hundred fugitive slaves, principally by way of Illinois, have passed into Canada at this point since Saturday, and large numbers are reported to be on the way. Many of them are entirely destitute, and much suffering is anticipated, notwithstanding the efforts for their relief.
THE COLORED EXODUS!
Departure of over One Hundred Fugitives for Canada!––Great Excitement, and Moving Scenes!!
The United States Marshal and his standing advertisement that he has fully equipped his office in the city with fellows of the right kidney, and is now willing to answer all orders, and catch all runaways, guarenteeing promptness and dispatch in so doing, has created a wonderful state of feeling among our colored citizens, to which we have before referred. In saloons and bar-rooms about town, the zealous Federal officer is praised, but good men and humane hang their heads, Republicans finding this one more consolation in the matter,––just this, that the Marshal does well to choose his tools from the party that has always kept blood-hounds in leash, ready at the slave-driver’s beck and bidding. No Republican has yet, we believe received an appointment of the Marshal.
GREAT NEGRO EXCITEMENT!
SUCCESSFUL ARREST OF RUNAWAY SLAVES IN CHICAGO.
The newly appointed U.S. Marshal of this district signalized the commencement of his official career yesterday morning, by the successful arrest of five runaway slaves––a negro, his wife, and three children.
HARRISBURG, April 26.
It is reported that an attack was made by the Marylanders, on Hanover Village, York county, on Tuesday, occasioned by a great stampede among the negroes. Reliable accounts say that whole families are crossing into this State.
The report places the total loss of slaves by Maryland, since the war troubles began, at five hundred.
Great fears are entertained in the border counties of Maryland, of the departure of the entire slave population.
STAMPEDE OF MARYLAND SLAVE.
Harrisburg, April 26, 1861
It is reported that an attack was made by Marylander on Hanover village, York county, on Tuesday last, occasioned by a great stampede of negroes. Reliable accounts say that whole families are crossing into Adams, York, and Franklin counties, in this State. A report places the total loss of slaves by Maryland, since the troubles began at five hundred. Great fears are entertained in the border counties of the departure of the entire slave population
FINANCIAL AND COMERCIAL.
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SUNDAY, April 28, 1861.
THE COLORED STAMPEDE. The stampede among the dark skins of Chicago, which commenced immediately after the rendition of the Harris family of slaves, still continues. The blessing that this exodus of vices and depravity will confer upon the moral, physical and political healthy of Chicago are incalculable. It will rid us of the debris of the colored population, leaving a better name and a better opportunity for those of that color who remain, whose industry and economy have already commended them to the favorable consideration of our citizens. Our criminal courts will experience a very great abridgment of their dockets, and Abolition pettiofoggers will have fewer occasions to exhibit their voluntary sympathy, and less opportunities to blow themselves into notoriety which they can attain in no other way.
FLIGHT OF FUGITIVES FROM ILLINOIS.
The Stampede for Canada— Scenes of the Dept.
FLIGHT OF FUGITIVES FROM ILLINOIS.
The Stampede for Canada— Scenes of the Dept. &c.
HARRISBURG, April 26.
It is reported that an attack was made by the Marylanders, on Hanover Village, York county, on Tuesday, occasioned by a great stampede among the negroes. Reliable accounts say that whole families are crossing into this State. The report places the total loss of slaves by Maryland, since the war troubles began, at five hundred. Great fears are entertained in the border counties of Maryland, of the departure of the entire slave population.
Harrisburg. 26. – It is reported that an attack was made by Marylanders on Hanover village, York Co., on Tuesday— occasioned by great stampede of negroes. Reliable accounts say that while families are crossing into his State. Report places the total loss of slaves by Maryland since troubles began, at 500. – Great fears are entertained in the border counties of Md. Of the departure of the entire slaves population.
Gen. Scott assured a gentleman yesterday that Washington was safe against all present attacks. Our informant confirms that arrival there of three N.Y. and the 8th Mass. Regiments.
[PER PONY EXPRESS.]
Letter from Washington.
[EDITORIAL CORRESPONDENCE.]
[Continued from yesterday.]
WASHINGTON, April 20, 1861.
The Civil War––North and South Contrasted.
[PER PONY EXPRESS.]
Letter from New York.
[FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.]
NEW YORK, April 27, 1861.
Advices from your city of the 13th instant were published in our journals of yesterday morning.
Safe Arrival of California Treasure.
REPRISALS AND THE BLACKS.
The New York Courier and Enquirer had been conspicuous for twenty-five years, for its opposition to what are called "Abolition" ideas, and yet we find it recently using the following language:
FROM THE (WASHINGTON) NATIONAL REPUBLICAN.
REPRISALS AND THE BLACKS.
The New York Courier and Enquirer had been conspicuous for twenty-five years, for its opposition to what are called "Abolition" ideas, and yet we find it recently using the following language:
FIRST EDITION
BY TELEGRAPH.
WAR MOVEMENTS!
OCCUPATION OF NEWPORT POINT.
THE FUGITIVE SLAVE QUESTION
Washington, May 29, 1861.
CARRYING THE WAR INTO AFRICA SURE ENOUGH.––A few days ago it was reported that three fugitive slaves had sought the refuge of General Butler's camp at Fortress Monroe, and that, in answer to the requisition of their master the General had declared them contraband of war, and so had retained them and set them to work. Next day, it appears, eleven more of these contraband niggers drop in, and the day succeeding forty more, and the day after that there is an accession of a hundred. Apprehending next a general slave stampede into the camp, General Butler appeals to Washington for instructions concerning these contraband niggers. The President approves of his conduct, and he is recommended to go on as he has begun.
BY TELEGRAPH.
Subjugation of the Rebels.
NEW YORK, May 30. – The Times’ Washington correspondent speculates as follows:
It appears by advices from Fortress Monroe that there is likely to be a stampede of slaves from Virginia.
The News.
...The determination of the government to sustain Gen. Butler's act of receiving and detaining slaves, will cause a stampede among that species of contraband goods in Virginia. Wheaton says that "all warlike instruments or materials, by their own nature fit to be used in war," are contraband. It cannot be denied that slaves come under this definition. If they are received and set at work they must be protected and fed. Should it become necessary, they would, in an emergency, upon the same principle, be furnished with arms, to aid in their own defense and of that of their captors. This is the beginning of the end of slavery. It is well that a Breckenridge democrat should commence the work....
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A Negro Stampede Apprehended.
It appears by advices from Fortress Monroe that there is likely to be a stampede of negroes throughout Virginia.
FROM FORTRESS MONROE
Movements in Advance -- Col. Duryea Acting Brigadier -- Important Proclamation -- The Zouaves at Camp Butler -- Stampede of Slaves, &c
...The slaves are running away from their masters in troops. Daily they are brought into camp or to the fortress by the sentries. The soldiers have orders not to interfere with the rights of persons or property, and when the negroes run away they do it without solicitation from any of our forces. It is but the fulfillment of the prophecies of the loss which would be entailed upon the Southern States, and especially Virginia, if secession was carried to a bloody issue. G.C.
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THOSE CONTRABAND NIGGERS.––At the last accounts upwards of four hundred fugitive slaves had sought the shelter of General Butler's camp, and the cry was "still they come." A general stampede was expected, and indeed a general revolt among the blacks of that populous slave section of the Old Dominion. In this thing General Butler has fired a heavy shot at the "long, low, black, raking schooner" of secession, which has struck her between wind and water. These fugitive slaves, at this rate, will soon prove more powerful in suffocating this Southern white insurrection than all the armies of General Scott. This man, Butler, in this thing, has proved himself the greatest lawyer to have [illegible] between a pair of epaulettes.
NEW YORK, MAY 30.
The Times Washington correspondent speculates as follows:
NON-INTERFERENCE WITH SLAVERY.––The idea that Northern troops are to act as slave police for the South, is thus referred to by the Congregational Herald:
The Crisis and Its Responsibilities––The Union or the Destruction of Our Country.
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NEGROES TAKING REFUGE AT FORT MONROE.
THOSE CONTRABAND NIGGERS. – At the last accounts upwards of four hundred fugitive slaves had sought the shelter of General Butler’s camp, and the cry was “still they come.” A general Stampede was expected, and indeed a general revolt among the blacks of the populous slave section of the Old Dominion. In this thing General Butler has fired a heavy shot at the “long, low, black, raking schooner” of secession, which has struck her between wind and water. These fugitive slaves, at this rate, will soon prove more powerful in suffocating this Southern white insurrection than all the armies of General Scott. This man Butler, in this thing, has proved himself of the greatest lawyer we have between a pair of epaulettes.
STAMPEDE. – One hundred fugitive slaves from Virginia, arrived at Harrisburg, Penn., in two days. Nobody obstructs them in the flight. They were in bad plight but were provided for and sent on their way to Canada. They report the mountains of Virginia to be full of them, progressing towards the North Star. Slave holders in Virginia will soon be convinced that they made an unfortunate move in seceding. They said they were in a fryingpan, and could not stand it!
How Slaves Love their Masters.
It has often been said that the slaves have such an undying affection for their master, that they will not only leave them, but that in case of war, they will fight for them to the bitter end. This is beautifully exemplified by the general stampede of the Virginia chattels to Fort Monroe and other points, and by the following incident which we clip from the correspondence of the New York Times:
THE SLAVERY QUESTION.––
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Whilst we would take no steps to induce servile insurrection among the insurgents who now war with deadly hostility against us, a course which our humanity would shudder at, we rather think a peaceful stampede of the able bodied blacks would be a humane policy that might prevent their committing violence upon white people left on the plantations at their mercy.
At all events it is time now to have due consideration given to this subject. Some provision should be made for getting rid of all fugitives who do come, and it would be well for the government to have some plan digested before Congress meets on the 4th of July next to provide for all the exigencies of the case that may occur.
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SENEX, Trenton, New Jersey.
The Test of Unionism.
The following able article, from the pen of H. Fauntieroy, Esq., now a resident of this place, and late of Nashville, was written on the 16th of April last, for the Banner of that city, and was put in type, but withdrawn and returned to the author on account of the excitement and terrorism that forbade its publication. At the request of many of his friends, we give it to the public as a sample of the writer's bold and courageous advocacy, at the peril of his safety, of the cause of the Union, uncompromising devotion to which induced him to leave the State upon its treasonable defection:
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Slave Difficulties at Fortress Monroe.
The Mystery of the Rebel Campaign in Virginia––Mr. Seward's Programme.
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ENGLISH SPECULATION ON THE WAR AND ITS ISSUE.
[From the London Times, June 19.]
...Wherever the Northern regiments come we may presume that the secessionist inhabitants will take flight, choosing rather to trust themselves to the precarious hospitality of their more Southern neighbors than to remain under the authority of commanders who have denounced them as rebels, and even meditated the confiscation of their property. On the other hand, the flight of the slaves in the invaded parts of Virginia is spoken of as likely to become a "stampede'––a word which the Americans have borrowed from their prairies, and applied most expressively to a general rush of negroes from slavery....
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Our Southern Rebellion––A Speedy Settlement or the Collapse of Southern Institutions.
...Of course, with the advance of our troops into the populous slave regions of the South, there will be a fugitive movement among the slaves which may soon extend to a general stampede among them, or to their ruinous demoralization throughout the South. Thus, impressed with the conviction that this war has already reached a point that menaces the most serious consequences to the South, in connection with this institution of slavery, we would earnestly admonish our revolted States that their only hope of safety, security and future protection depends upon their immediate return to the Union....
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THE ADVANCING ARMY AND THE SLAVES.
...If actual servile insurrection should break out with all its unutterable horrors, they would unquestionably suppress it at the first call of Gov. Pierrepont and the President. The laws of humanity would require this. But if it were only a peaceful secession of slaves, even though it took the form of an actual stampede, it would not be for them to arrest it. Our soldiers were never made to be slave overseers; and no men at the South, whether he be rebellious or loyal, must for a moment expect it. Whatever loses Virginia shall meet in this way, she must patiently take as one of the necessary consequences of her infatuation....
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