The following pages contain an article extracted from the Westminster Review, an English periodical of considerable reputation. On its appearance in Great Britain, it excited great attention; and, indeed, has been there reprinted in a cheap form for general distribution. The author (Dr. SOUTHWOOD SMITH) deserves the thanks of the community for the talents he has displayed, and the lucid and powerful manner in which he has investigated the important subject under consideration. The editors believe that they are discharging a duty to the community in presenting it to them for perusal and consideration. They will not conceal their wishes, that it may have a favorable effect on a bill now pendi…
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