have the pleasure of selling to his Excellency, the finest any matter relative thereto, he could speak emphaticalrock fish. Such was the popularity, and personal influ-ly. ence of the governor, resulting from a well earned fame, that meeting, one day, as if by accident, a tumultuous body of the sailors of the port, who had agitated the city for a day or two, by marching up and down, in helter skelter order of procession, with clubs and colours: they seeking redress, they knew not where (for wrongs real or imaginary;) and wanting a friend, they knew not whom, finally resolved to march up "to Congress," then in session at the hall. The governor, being apprised of the circumstance; and having selected a suitable elevation on the route, hailed the ringleaders as they came up, which brought the whole posse to a stand still. They knowing him to be somebody, listened attentively to what he said to them; and he being equally ready with his tongue, as with the sword and pen; and pledging himself to support them, should they call upon him the next morning, in all just claims in the present instance-he so touched their finer feelings, and made such an appeal to their patriotism, that instead of surrounding Congress Hall, as they had intended to do, they dispersed immediately, with three cheers for the noble governor. The State Secretary, during the forenoon in fair weather, was to be seen occasionally, either on the broad pavement before his office, (then in the State House, up stairs,) or shaded beneath "the elms," then in their youthful beauty within the square, he walking up and down, in conversation with others, in his usual easy, highly polished, gentlemanly way, and "winning golden opinions from all sorts of people." He was very conspicuous among the crowd without, by his fine person and noble appearance-his ever ready gracious smile, and friendly grasp of the hand; by his earnestness of manner, and animated gesture; observable at times while discussing some constitutional limit with the gentlemen of the bar; by his dressed and powdered hair; which was so contrived by the Friseur, as to appear very bushy at the ears, forming a striking contrast with his glassy black round beaver hat, usually worn by him raking a little on the one side; also by his elegant small bob of hair pendant behind, fastened with a riband, and rolling gracefully, as he turned his head about from shoulder to shoulder. Now he was to be seen kissing his hand in courtesy," at a somebody across the way; and then, leaning familiarly, with his ungloved hand, upon the shoulder of some Pennsylvania farmer, and listening attentively to his communication, relative to some business he might have in the office of the state secretary. The Senate of Pennsylvania, held their deliberations in an upper chamber of the State House, Anthony Morris, Speaker, in the chair, facing the north:-his personal appearance from the chair, was that of an amiable contemplative placid looking gentleman, dressed fashionably plain, in a suit of mixed or drab cloth; fair com plexion, and light flaxen hair slightly powdered; his imperturbable serenity of countenance,seemingly illumi nated by a brilliant pair of silver mounted spectacles. The Representatives' Chamber was in the east wing down stairs, designated, since the arrival of La Fayette, as "Independent Hall," George Latimer in the chair, facing the west. When seated in the chair, and the table before him, he seemed admirably adapted to the station he so honourably filled, and which he had the honor to fill, by his well formed manly person from his bust upward, and being of the proper height and bulk; his neck supporting a head and physiognomy of the first order; even such an one as is given by Milton, to our first Parent, in these words: "His fair large front, and eye sublime, declared "Absolute rule.". Nevertheless, being judged even by his political opponents, all spake of him as being possessed in a high degree of that admirable quality, of "softness in the ed one day with great effect. A new member, fresh manner but firmness in the purpose" which he exhibitfrom his constituents, and highly charged with the political fluid of the day, attempted to introduce personality into the debate. He was on the instant stopped by Mr. Speaker, and cautioned by him, very gently, to beware; as it would in no case be permitted. The member, notwithstanding, in a short time afterwards, intimated something like a repetition of his purpose, on which Mr. Speaker raised himself upon his feet, and addressed to him certain words of powerful import, in a low, but firm tone of voice, which caused the offending member to shrink within himself, as a touched terrapin within the shell-Mr. Speaker, the mean while, deliberately preparing with finger and thumb, to regale himself from his open snuff box, with a cool pinch of snuff. On the floor of the House and from the lobby, the first object which arrested the attention of the spectator, was the venerable appearance of old Mr. Hiltzheimer, from South seventh street: he being always among the first in his place, and looking towards the door with the most profound gravity, through a pair of full · moon spectacle glasses; or else reading, and filing away, the daily printed journal which had been just handed him, damp from the press. The person of the first Chief Justice, under the new constitution, was familiar to every inhabitant, by his venerable appearance on the street, calculated to arrest the attention of every passing stranger; his ample cock- The largest man in the House, and probably in the ed hat and powdered wig, curled at the ears, his san- state at the time, was the member from Berks county, guine complexion and energetic look; his dark cinna- Mr Coolbaugh: a gentleman of high respectability, and mon coloured suit, and splendid ruffles at the knuckles; very popular among his constituents, though sometimes his erect and manly gait, and his golden headed cane designated in the city as the "Dutch Giant,”—but carried by him "trail arms" in his right hand. On his among them all, as the leading master spirit, or "Prosway from his antique palace shaped mansion (then stand-pero" of the assembly; and the most memorable state ing in South Third street,) up Third and up Chesnut politician of the day, was the far-famed (within the street to the Supreme Court, he was observed some boundaries of the state) Doctor Michael Leib. He times to "travel out of the record" passing by Israel was always remarkable, in the house, for his erect posiIsrael's corner, and returning occasionally, a profound tion of crest; his fashionable gentlemanly dress and adbow, to the morning salutations of some of the leading dress-his handsome face and ruddy complexion, and politicians of the day, (usually assembled thereabout, his piercing brilliant black eyes, sparkling with intellieven as the Athenians at "Mars Hill," to see and hear gence, and quickness of thought. He used to be seen of some new thing,) and so onward, as far as Thomas continually in motion somewhere; either conversing Parker's new regulator, near Cook's buildings, (which with animated gestures, among other members surroundregulator had now eclipsed the ancient fame of the "olding the fire place, addressing himself to the chair, in clock," standing within the entry of John Wood, watchmaker, at the south east corner of Chesnut and Front streets,) for the express purpose of comparing, and having his gold watch set, if necessary, to the true standard time, so that when seated upon the bench in some energetic speech, exhibiting therein thoughts which glowed, and words which burned in the cause of "the People," as he at all times constantly averred in days LANG SYNE. 1828.] OPPOSITION TO THE TEA АСТ. Mr. Poulson, AN OLD PHILADELPHIAN. Marry come up! I find that the few recollections of my favourite city, which were favoured with a place in my respected friend's paper in this city, have been the means of brushing up the memories of several others. hope they will continue to amuse the good inhabitants of Philadelphia; and I promise you, I will not be behind hand in contributing my mite. "Robert Shallow" thinks I belong to the Society of Friends-no disparagement, but I do not. He says he could almost name the square He in which I resided, judging from what I wrote. might as well say, I was an Episcopalian, because I used to go in the belfry of Christ Church on the usual evenings of ringing. I would often meet there, his old friend Billy Wigglesworth; by the by, I knew Billy as well as I did the father, and knowing his propensity for playing off tricks, I, on one occasion, turned the key on him in the lock of the belfry of Christ Church and there he remained until let out by his friend Sermon, who resided directly opposite the Church. No, Mr. Poulson, I can tell him of many matters, and things concerning the inhabitants of every part of the city and Northern Liberties. I could go with him over Pool's bridge, visit the residence of Esquire William Coates, Justice of the Peace, and old Mr. Leib, tanner and currier, and the father of the Doctor. I could pass over with him to Spring Garden, to the old brick house tavern kept more than forty years ago by Barney Jacobs. I could yet run with him out the Ridge Road, visit Turner's lane, and point out, and name, the ancient owner of every respectable country house. I could dash down and write him an account of the secret memoirs of Southwark, Passyunk, and Moyamensing; and, if his breath would hold out, pass over Gray's ferry, along the woodlands; leave the middle ferry to the right, reach the upper bridge, and re-cross to Robert Morris' old country residence, and tell him such things as his young mind never knew; and, if all this would not content him, I would make a trip to Sammy Cooper's ferry, in the Jerseys; and, if he wished it, ride with him down to Woodbury; return via Gloucester Point House, refresh ourselves with a cheerful glass, and on our way home, point out to him "Wharton's Place," where the champ fete was given in honour of Lord Howe, previous to his departure from Philadelphia: and, if he was desirous to hear it, a full description of that famous Mechiazan; and as he will have accompanied me thus far, perhaps he would have no objections to Darby and Chester, and take dinner at the house formerly kept by Mrs. Withy, (and who is the Philadelphian, that was ever fond of good eating, that had not feasted himself at her well spread table)-but how shall we go that distance? A hackney coach, by all means. Plenty of them now-adays. I well remember when Philadelphia could boast of but one hackney coach-it was owned and driven by a man with a wooden leg, his name was Myers; and his stand was opposite the Conestogo Waggon, in Market street. He might have starved by his business; sure I am he could not have gained a living by it. In those days, it was not unfashionable for ladies and gentlemen to walk. But it is time to leave Chester, and go as far as Marcus Hook; jump on board an Egg-harbor shallop, (no steam boats then) and land at the drawbridge; take a look at the Old Fish House; walk up Spruce street, to Second, and make a low bow at the house onee occupied by Mrs. Lydia Darrach, a whig of the revolution, who assisted in increasing the census of the city more than any other lady of her profession.And now, Sir, we will march up Second street to the shall Merchant's Coffee House, in my time kept by Edward When time, of which I have not much to spare, will OPPOSITION TO THE TEA ACT. A NEW SONG. On the gently swelling flood, Three ill-fated Tea ships rode: Just as glorious Sol was setting, On the wharf a numerous crew, Sons of Freedom, fear forgetting, Suddenly appear'd in view. Arm'd with hammer, axe and chissels, Three bright Angel forms were seen; "Soon, they cried, your foes you'll banish, 'Ere the deathless deed be done." Cursed weed of China's coast- PHILADELPHIA, January 1st, 1774. PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 29, 1773. The ship Polly, Capt. Ayres, from London for this port left Gravesend on the 27th of September, with the detested TEA on board, and is hourly expected. [Dunlap's Pennsylvania Packet. December 5, 1773. Whereas, the sudden rise in the price of Tea at this critical juncture, has, by the enemies of America, been ascribed to motives of interest, and as taking an undue advantage of the present commotion respecting that article: This has been taken into consideration by a great number of respectable inhabitants of this city, at a public meeting; and as it is of great importance that we should all concur in a noble opposition to this oppressive measure of the East India Company, of introducing their Tea into America, while subject to the present duty, it is hoped that every person, of whatever rank and situation in life, will suspend any opinion or prejudice on this head: And that the public may be fully apprised how and by whom the price of this commodity has been enhanced, a Committee is appointed to inquire what quantities of Tea are now in this city-in whose hands-and whether the increase of price at this juncture, is the effect of intention in the holders of Tea to take any undue advantage of their fellow subjects, or an occurrence of trade, arising from an unforeseen and accidental scarcity; and what measures can be fallen upon to reduce the price within some reasonable bounds The result of which inquiry will, as soon as possible, be laid before the public. Ibid. December 13. The gentlemen nominated to make inquiries concerning the rise of Tea, having made the necessary inquiry The Committee appointed by the inhabitants of this city, on the fourth instant, now beg leave to lay before the public, what has appeared to be a true state of facts respecting the increased price of Tea. Upon the strictest search and inquiry among the principal importers and dealers in that commodity, it is found that there is but a small quantity of Tea in the city, at the best computation not more than 25 chests, which chiefly lays in the hands of the retailers and shop-keepers, who being apprised of the scarcity of that commodity, engrossed it, and not adverting to the dangerous tendency of advancing the price at this time, inconsiderately fell into that mistake; But in justice to these store-keepers and retailers, the Committee inform the public, that upon representing to them the pernicious consequences of such a procedure at this time, and the great dissatisfaction it has occasioned among their Fellow Citizens, they readily and unanimously complied with the advice and request of the said Committee, not to ask more than six shillings, or at most 6s. 6d. per pound for what Tea they have to sell, and to retail it in small quantities only, so as to accommodate every one as much as possible, and prevent its being farther engrossed at an advanced price. As the above inquiry has been directed and made by the Committee, in order to give satisfaction to their Fellow Citizens, and particularly the Tradesmen and Mechanics, who may be supposed to be most affected by the high price of this article-it is hoped, that laying aside all prejudice and suspicion (if any have been entertained) they will cheerfully and unanimously concur in the noble opposition now formed against the introduction of Tea in this province, while subject to a tax imposed by the British parliament. 6d. per pound, that notice thereof may be given to the Committee at the Coffee House--And if any shopkeepper pound, and at the like rate for any lesser quantity; the Committee do also beg that the like notice may be given, in order that the names of such persons may be communicated to the public, and such farther steps be taken as may be necessary for the safety and essential interests of our country. Ibid. er, or retailer of Tea, shall demand more than 6s. 6d. Monday, December 27. The TEA SHIP having arrived, every inhabitant who wishes to preserve the liberty of America, is desired to meet at the State House this morning precisely at ten o'clock, to consider what is best to be done on this alarming crisis. Ibid. January 3d, 1774. The unanimity, spirit, and zeal, which have heretofore animated all the colonies, from Boston to South Carolina, have been eminently displayed in the opposition to the pernicious project of the East India Company, in sending Tea to America, while it remains subject to a duty, and the Americans at the same time confined by the strongest prohibitory laws to import it only from Great Britain, that a particular account of the transactions of this city, cannot but be acceptable to all our readers, and every friend of American liberty. Upon the first advice of this measure, a general dissatisfaction was expressed, that, at a time when we were struggling with this oppressive act, and an agreement subsisting not to import tea while subject to a duty, our fellow subjects in England should form a measure so directly tending to enforce the act, and again embroil us with our parent state. When it was also considered, that the proposed mode of disposing of the tea tended to a monopoly, ever odious in a free country, a universal disapprobation shewed itself throughout the city. A public meeting of the inhabitants was held at the State House on the 18th October, at which great numbers attended, and the sense of the city was expressed in the following resolves:— 1. That the disposal of their own property is the inherent right of freemen; that there can be no property in that which another can, of right, take from us without our consent, that the claims of Parliament to tax America is, in other words, a claim of right to levy contributions on us at pleasure. 2. That the duty imposed by Parliament upon Tea landed in America, is a tax on the Americans, or levying contributions on them without their consent. 3. That the express purpose for which the tax is levied on the Americans, namely for the support of government, administration of justice, and defence of his Majesty's dominions in America, has a direct tendency to render Assemblies useless, and to introduce arbitrary government and slavery. 4. That a virtuous and steady opposition to this ministerial plan of governing America, is absolutely necessary to preserve even a shadow of liberty, and is a duty which every freeman in America owes to his country, to himself, and to his posterity. 5. That the resolution lately entered into by the East India Company to send out their Teas to America, subject to the payment of duties on its being landed here, is an open attempt to enforce this ministerial plan, and a violent attack upon the liberties of America. 6. That it is the duty of every American to oppose this attempt. by the East India Company, while it remains subject to the payment of a duty here, is an enemy to his country. And as there may be some persons who have not 7. That whoever shall, directly or indirectly counten. come within the notice of this inquiry, and others, who ance this attempt, or in any wise aid or abet in unloadforgetting the duty they owe their country, may attempting, receiving, or vending the Tea sent, or to be sent out to enhance the price of Tea, beyond what has been agreed to by such as have been called upon. This Committee do most earnestly request, that if any importer of Tea shall ask such a price for it as not to allow a reasonable profit to the retailer at the price of 6s. or 6s. 8. That a committee be immediately chosen to wait on those gentlemen, who, it is reported, are appointed by the East India Company to receive and sell said Tea, 1828.] OPPOSITION TO THE TEA ACT. and request them, from a regard to their own character, and the peace and good order of the city and province, immediately to resign their appointment. together with the danger and difficulties that would attend his refusal to comply with the wishes of the inhabitants; and finally desired him to proceed with them to In consequence of this appointment the Committee town, where he would be more fully informed of the waited upon the gentlemen in this city, who had been temper and resolution of the people. He was accordappointed consignees of the expected cargo. They ingly accompanied to town by a number of persons, represented to them the detestation and abhorrence, in where he was soon convinced of the truth and propriety which this measure was held by their fellow citizens, of the representations, which had been made to himthe danger and difficulties, which must attend the exe- and agreed that upon the desire of the inhabitants being cution of so odious a trust, and expressed the united publicly expressed, he would conduct himself accorddesire of the city, that they would renounce the commisingly. Some small rudeness being offered to the Capsion, and engage not to intermeddle with the ship or tain afterwards in the street, by some boys, several Some of the commission- gentlemen interposed, and suppressed it before he recargo in any shape whatever. ers resigned, in a manner that gave general satisfaction, ceived the least injury. others, in such equivocal terms as required farther explanation. However, in a few days, the resignation was complete. In this situation things remained for a few days. In the mean time, the general spirit and indignation rose to such a height, that it was thought proper to call another general meeting of the principal citizens, to consider and resolve upon such farther steps as might give weight and ensure success to the unanimous opposition now formed. Upon an hour's notice on Monday morning, a public meeting was called, and the State House not being sufficient to hold the number assembled, they adjourned into the Square. This meeting is allowed by all to be the most respectable, both in numbers and rank of those who attended it, that has been known in the city, After a short introduction, the following resolutions were not only agreed to, but the public approbation testified in the warmest manner. 2. That Capt. Ayres shall neither enter nor report his vessel at the Custom House. 3. That Capt. Ayres shall carry back the Tea immediately. 4. That Captain Ayres shall immediately send a pilot on board his vessel, with orders to take charge of her, and proceed to Reedy Island next high water. 1. RESOLVED, That the TEA, on board the ship Accordingly a meeting was held, for the above pur-Polly, Capt. Ayres, shall not be landed. pose, at which a great number of respectable inhabitants attended; and it appeared to be the unanimous opinion that the entry of the ship at the Custom House, or the landing any part of her carge, would be attended with great danger and difficulty, and would directly tend to destroy that peace and good order, which ought to be preserved. An addition of twelve other gentlemen was then made to the former committee, and the general meeting adjourned till the arrival of the Tea ship. Information being given of that, the price of tea was sud- till denly advanced, though this was owing to a general scarcity of that article; yet all the possessors of tea, in order to give strength to the opposition, readily agreed to reduce the price, and sell what remained in their hands, at a reasonable rate. Nothing now remained, but to keep up a proper correspondence and connection with the other colonies, and to take all prudent and proper precautions on the arrival of the Tea ship. It is not easy to describe the anxiety and suspense of the city in this interval. Sundry reports of her arrival were received, which proved premature. But on Saturday evening the 25th ult. an express came up from Chester, to inform the town, that the Tea ship, commanded by Capt. Ayres, with her detested cargo, was arrived there, having followed another ship up the river so far. The committee met early the next morning, and being apprised of the arrival of Mr. Gilbert Barclay, the other consignee, who came passenger in the ship, they immediately went in a body to request his renunciation of the commission. Mr. Barclay politely attended the committee at the first request, and being made acquainted with the sentiments of the city, and the danger to which the public liberties of America were exposed by this measure, he, after expressing the particular hardship of his situation, also resigned the commission, in a manner whieh affected every one present. 5. That the Captain shall be allowed to stay in town 6. That he shall then be obliged to leave town, and to-morrow, to provide necessaries for his voyage. proceed to his vessel, and make the best of his way out of our river and bay. 7. That a Committee of four gentlemen be appointed to see these resolves carried into execution. The Assembly were then informed of the spirit and resolution of New York, Charles-Town, South Carolina, and the conduct of the people of Boston, whereupon it was unanimously Resolved, That this assembly highly approve of the conduct and spirit of the people of New York, CharlesTown, and Boston, and return their hearty thanks to the people of Boston for their resolution in destroying the Tea rather than suffer it to be landed. - The whole business was conducted with a decorum and order worthy the importance of the cause. Captain Ayres being present at this meeting, solemnly and publicly engaged, that he would literally comply with the sense of the city, as expressed in the above resolutions. A proper supply of necessaries and fresh provisions being then procured, in about two hours the Tea ship weighed anchor from Gloucester point, where she lay within sight of the town, and has proceeded, with her whole cargo, on her return to the East India Company. The public think the conduct of those gentlemen, whose goods are returned on board the Tea ship, ought not to pass unnoticed, as they have, upon this occasion, generously sacrificed their private interest to the public good. The Committee then appointed three of their members to go to Chester, and two others to Gloucester point, in order to have the earliest opportunity of meetThus this important affair, in which there has been so ing Captain Ayres, and representing to him the sense of the public, respecting his voyage and cargo. The gen- glorious an exertion of public virtue and spirit, has been tlemen, who had set out for Chester, receiving intelli-brought to a happy issue, by which the force of a law gence that the vessel had weighed anchor about twelve o'clock, and proceeded to town, returned. About two o'clock she appeared in sight of Gloucester point; where a number of inhabitants had assembled, with the As she passed along, gentlemen from the Committee. she was hailed, and the captain requested not to proThis the captain ceed farther, but to come on shore. complied with, and was handed through a lane made by the people, to the gentlemen appointed to confer with him. They represented to him the general sentiments, so obstinately persisted in to the prejudice of the national commerce, for the sake of the principle on which it is founded, (a right of taxing the Americans without their consent) has been effectually broken-and the foundations of American liberty more deeply laid than ever. The ground, which was covered by the people, on Monday last, in the State House Square, being measured. it was calculated, by two different persons, un and Allegheny; referred to the committee appointed on the subject. known to each other, that there were near 8000 people collected there, and many hundreds, who were on the way, were disappointed reaching the place of meetButts, for an appropriation in aid of improving the ing, before the business was over, owing to the short no-road across Flint Hill; referred to the committee on lotice that was given. cal appropriations. On Tuesday last, at three quarters of an hour after two o'clock, Captain Ayres, of the TEA SHIP Polly, with Mr. Barclay, late one of the Consignees, left Arch street wharf, on board a pilot boat, (having been 46 hours in town,) to follow the ship to Reedy Island, and from thence transport the East India Company's adventure to its OLD ROTTING PLACE, in Leaden-Hall street, London. They were attended to the wharf by a concourse of people, who wished them a good voyage. When the accouut of the inhabitants of Boston having destroyed the tea belonging to the East India Company, reached this city, the bells of Christ Church were rang, and every class of people testified the most sincere joy upon the occasion. Ibid. PROCEEDINGS OF THE LEGISLATURE OF PENNSYLVANIA. SENATE. Monday, December 8, 1828. PETITIONS. Mr. Powel, for an alteration in the law prescribing the mode of executing criminals. Also, relating to warehouses on the Schuylkill. Mr. Powel, an act supplementary to the act to incorporate and endow the Pennsylvania institution for deaf and dumb. Mr. Burden submitted a resolution, which was laid on the table, as follows: Resolved, That a committee be appointed, to join a committee of the House of Representatives, if that House should appoint such a Committee, to examine into the state of the banks of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia, with power to send for persons and papers, and report the result of their examination on or before the third Monday in January next. Mr. Powel submitted a resolution, which was adopted as follows: Resolved, That the committee on roads bridges and inland navigation, be instructed to inquire into the expediency of requiring all commanders of vessels, propelled by steam, for the conveyance of passengers on the waters of this commonwealth, to take licenses from an officer to be appointed by the Governor, whose duty it shall be to ascertain, periodically, the fitness, as well of said commanders and their engineers, as of the machinery and vessels to be so employed. Tuesday, Dec. 9. Mr. Wise, an act authorising the laying out of a state road from the west bank of the Youghiogheny river, opposite to Robbstown, in Westmoreland county, to Cookstown, in Fayette county. Mr. Logan submitted a resolution which was adopted as follows: Resolved, That the committee on the judiciary system be instructed to inquire into the expediency of making some provision by law for the continuation of liens on real estate, created by testatum executions; and also what further regulation is necessary (if any) to make the property of debtors liable to the payment of their debts. Mr. Ogle submitted a resolution, which was adopted as follows: Resolved, That the committee be appointed to inquire into the expediency of repealing the law passed on the 12th day of April, 1828, concerning small notes. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. Friday, December 5. Petitions presented. Mr. Kerr, for a new county out of parts of Washington, Fayette, Westmoreland Mr. Patterson, for a new county out of parts of Mifflin County; referred to Messrs. Patterson of Mifflin, Petrikin, Black, Butts and Post; Mr. Frick, three petitions for an appropriation in aid of improving the road from Rodger's ferry to Sunbury; referred to the committee law for the delivering of possession to purchasers of eson local improvements; Mr. Good, for the passage of a tates from habitual drunkards; Mr. Rehrer, from sundry of a fund for the support of a general system of educacitizens of Schuylkill county, praying for the creation tion; referred to the committee on education. presented on the 3d inst. relative to the repeal of the A motion was made by Mr. Snyder, that the petition acts which prohibit the circulation of bank notes of a less denomination than five dollars, be referred to the committee on banks. Which was agreed to. Bills Reported. Mr. Snyder, a bill No. 1, entitled an act to repeal an act, entitled An act for the relief of the poor. Order for Tuesday next. Mr. Snyder, a bill No. 2, entitled An act relative to the opening of roads in the county of Philadelphia. Mr. Kerr, a bill No. 3, entitled An act erecting parts of the counties of Washington, Fayette, Westmoreland and Allegheny, into a separate county, to be called Jackson county. Mr. Roberts, a bill No. 5, entitled An act to remedy the loss of certain dockets and records of the court of common pleas of the county of Dauphin. Laid on the table. The speaker reported the following committee on that part of the governor's message which related to the extra session. Messrs. Boyd, Martin, Lombaert, Miller, (of Chester) Haines, Cooper, Alexander, Black, Stauffer, Buttz, Miller, Frick, Driesbach, Reynolds, Patterson, (Washington) Farrel, Rankin, Kreps, Blodget, Heck, Stevens, (Mont.) Lauman, Wolfersberger, Post, Laporte, Blair, Shannon, Patterson, (Allegheny) Banks, Siter, Gebhart, Parkhurst, Whitlach, Stephens, (Adams) Petrikin, Galbraith, Moore, and Cunningham. A letter was received from Roberts Vaux, president of the Pennsylvania hospital, exhibiting the state of the institution. Laid on the table. |