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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04
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THE HON THOMAS IA. BENTON

THE HON. THOMAS H. BENTON
This genteman, known DC the great champion of The
principles that laid down and acted on by the Adm
nstraion, arrived 10 this city last Monday evening
and put up at the Exchange fiote His lady and llniy
accompanied him. A large number Of our ci,izens on
Tuesday, ~aitcd on him, and rendered him public din
ner when he thought proper to decline for the reason
assigned ~ his letter, IN answer, which, together with
the invitation viii be found below 10 10 be icpreed
that MIR Benton could suffer himself to accept Of
This mark Of regard from citizens There are bon
dreds nay thousands 30 hs city that would have greatly
rlmced in such opportunity Of testfn0 their fcgsrd
for man thit more than al others has been Doscd
upon by the American people as the nvincib,e adj.
yocate Of the principles Of democracy. However. IL
- perhaps pedent plan, and al least republican one
nc has adopted Of suffering binscf to receive no pube
honor Of lhs Kind lie len This city with his family on
THURSDAY cyenpg, on lis way, By Tie Canal 10 I'LL
dephia, and from thence Warrington CITY where a.
duous and important duties in the senate oil the n 4
win Geyolge on him. large concourse Of ciiizens
witnessed bis departure. some Of them ,gtb H. o.
Band accompanied him Tor few miles from town
We subjon the letter Of invitation from our citizon, a.
q public dinner, and his reply
Pffrs1URo, November l7lh, 1895
Hon. Thomas H. Bentons
Sra Your arrival ia this city has afforded yoorfieods
and the frcnds Of tie present Administration siocerS
qualification They rejoice to find you in continued
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TNIn. DrNrox S. RrrlYl


Genteeai receive with great qualification the kind
expressions of personal and political regard with which
you have honorcd me in your letter of invitation Ia
public dinner and while respectfully declining the honor
which ateringy rendered. take tue occasion Of cx
pressing the pleasure which have felt in meeting with
out form or ceremony many of our friends in this
stronghold of Pennsylvania democracy.
have long wished 10 visit your cele brated CITY and
to traverse the interior of your great State where so
many monuments of art and industry claim the atcn
ton, and challenge the admiration only of native
Americans hot Of 30 many cnghten ned foreigners Your
city is in itself wonder; aud nothing but ar actual
animation give any adequate conception of the va
ried, minute and stupendous operations of successful
art and vigorous industry which enables comparatively
small population of thirty forty thousand souls uoon
little of two three miles, to produce fabrics
and 10 send forth the exports which command return
OF ten millions of dollars per annum and eclipse the ag
gregac expectation of of the greatest States of the
Union Nor it works only, but people also that |
wished to see. wished to that Democracy of Penn.
sylvania which has often been the sheet of the
Republic which has sometimes paid the forfeit of exces
sve strength and confidence by splitting into divisions
and suffering rcverses, but which, like the Roman lie.
gions, has risen victorious from every fall and shown
itself more formidable after every defeat
For the prosperity which pervades and blesses
every part Of country the democracy of the whole
Union have the strongest for and
selfcongratuation 1t was they who elected and sus
tanned the patriot President who has been the great
leader in all the measures which have broken the
ism of moned institution, restored the reign of con.
sutonal currency, baied the execrabe designs of
mic and PRESSURE and secured to the country degree
prosperity and of happiness, such people any
aye of the world any quarter of the globe ever en-
joyed before Without his lead and without the support
OF the Democracy of the Union, own exertions
which You have been pleased refer 10 with so much
hattcrng commendaton, instead of being now honored
with appreciation and crowned with your plaudils
would have been the subject of contem pnous ridicue
from The triumphant enemies rights aud
Respectfully and gratefully, gentlemen, | have the
honor to be your obliged fellow, citizen,
THOMAS II. BENTON
Pal .Nrc Sc.
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health aud prepared again TO meet the enemies Of free
principles, that field in which your talents and
patriotism have heretofore shone with much ustrc
DESTROYS Of nanesting the high respect and con-
sderaon which they in common with large majority
OF the nation entertain for your private and public worth
they seize the occasion OF your present VISIT 10 tender
you an cntertanncnt ut such lime may best suit your
convenience
With sentiments of great respect they are, &c &c.
James Patterson john Gallagher, Rbt II. Dnothatt.
James I. Stewart Rober, Morris, Zant Mcdonald Thos
Phillips Harvey H. Peterson, Vim McCandiess, r.. J.
Roberts Chambers Mckibbin, Benz Patton, r john S.
Blakely, C.'Uppernian, James May, Jacob Smith, John
Mcfarland, WIN. Alexander f. Trovo, II. G. Rogers
Leonard Johns Robert Porter, Richard Phillips, Thos
Hamilton, VIM. II, Smith, Thomas Livingston, WIN
Mcclure, A. S. Nicholson, A. Morris A. exandcr
Hugh Toner, George r. Riddle, S. Jones, Josiah King
David Lynch, William Robinson.
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EsaDEYTR
~. . Nr1n ~ rrNlls. oe,eNe.,

hand tfacsd the following lines, which only
fond heart eooll have inspiFcd.--N Y. A,aeriedn.
Thy young wif, knecing to her God,
Sacms brighter far in this lone sceno
Than when our halls OF mit,h she troll,
mid Fashions Arons, worshiPp'dqu queen
Gaze ou--,hc ls.c that Ellis her heart
New charms hatl lent to check aud brow
Gaze oa-Sut hush the pure lips part,
fefchanee Tor ttse she's pleading nov;
Hear me thou who marks each feeling,
Thou who know'st each passions sway
A,phy sacred altar knoclins,
For a beins loved pray
H. Il dearcr than the mother
who hath been my life's fond guide
He il nearer than n brother,
Though a brothet's still my pride.
or ere summers bloom Ind pcrsh,l,
For the iovcr's veal plead
Father on the husband CHERISHED
Nov Thy choicest blcssiags shed
In nil "p.ril and temptation"
Guard him with thy holy might;
',iid the charms OF power and station,
Keep noble spirit bright
Blcss him, Father, he Is starting
Proudly for the goal Of fAiIS-
oh may every year departing
Add fresh laprcls to his name
Grant him genius, Inspiration
Wisdom's oloqucnco divine
lie is pledged unto nation,
Let him IN her councils shine.
Be his guids--and for caf,h's sorrow,
For the blight, the cloud, tie thorn,
So prepare him, that each morrow
On afaarlcss heart may dawn.
Father, IL the love boar him
----.'- ~. .eth n brighter ray;
II that love ono pang eEn spare aig,
Aid mo still to cheer his way.
Should his manhood's prime be shaded,
Let him on this heart repose--
1T will prove when joys are faded,
Desert spsng and forest rose.
Strengthen, guard and guide him over
May he glory in loves chain,
Till its links thy angel sever,
Meier on earth TO clasp again"
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gAMEs RIVER AND KANAwnA COMPANY.

y " L.
eD Pursuant to the provisions of the Charter and By
Laws OF the Company, General Meeting OF the Stock
holders will be held in the City of Richmond on the Sc.
cond Monday of December, 1875 The Bylaws re-
quire that " all proxies TO represent Stockholders at
General Meeting must be under the seal of the Stock
holder those of Corporations under the Corporate seal;
and those OF individuals, under their private seals ac-
know.e Iged proved before Justice of the Peace
The following form for the appointment of proxies by
private Stockholders, is recomme nded
Know ALL THESE PRESENTS, That we. whose
names are hereuno subscribed, being Stockholders in
the James Roer and Kana'cha Company, do hereby
stitue and appoint - our true and lawful Attor-
ney and Proxy to represent in the General Meeting
OF the Stockholders of the said Company TO be holden
in the City of Richmond the second Monday in De-
cember, lo3o-wth full power and authority in such
General Meeiing on the first day thereof, or on any
other day to which it may be adjourned for and each
OF us to give such vote votes and do such other
acts and each of could give and do as members
of the said Meeting, personally present Aud
we do hereby ratify and confirm Whatever votes
act acts, said Attorney may lawfully give or do
for us and each of us in pursuance the authority here
by conferred upon him.
Witness our hands and seals, this - day Of
one thousand eight hundred and Thirty five.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04

VI OI1CE-Pursuant to Deed of Trust, executed to
the subscriber and Charles Thompson, r. by Sam
uei Cochran bearing date the 3lst of October 1893
and duly recorded in the Clerks Office of Hanover Coun
y Court, shall proceed TO sell, Monday The 18th
day of February 1886, if fair if not the next fair day
thereafter, at public auction the premises for adv
moneys for the purposes therein expressed the Tract of
Land N said Trust Deed menloned lying both sides
of Little river, in the county of Hanover and contain
ing three hundred and forty nine acres which there
is Grst and Saw Mill, lanyard, and various other
improve mens. Selling as trustee, shall convey such
title only as is vested in by the Trust Deed though
the title - believed to be good and unquestionabe.
}. d. G.. BROWN, Trustee
NOVEMBER Id 55--wtds
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04

We learn from the ST. Louis Republican, that the
Branch Of the United States Bank that city has enter
ed into contract which has been signed by which the
debt due the Branch transferred to The State Bank
of Inois.-LouiSriHe Adrertiser.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04

The Baltimore American says " Information was
received here yesterday that the trial of Messrs e
and $ Poultncy and w. Nj. Ellicott (upon indict-
Bank of Maryland) was brought to a close on Monday
night, when the jury, in few minutes returned a YER
diet OF AcQUIrTAL
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04
Nov. 13.

WMTILL BE SOLD, at public auction, for cash. at
w the Bell Tavern, in the city of Richmond on
The 3Uth day of December next, three likely Negro
Slaves, late the property of Mrs. Sarah Duke, dec d.,
consisting of two girls and boy.
WILLIAM M. DICKERSON. C0m'r,
under Decree IF Gooehiand Circuit Court.
Nov. 8. 52-wSws
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04

AND FOR SALE.---A highly improved Farm
~ called Lime Stone Creek, situated on the Rich
mond Road, nine miles from Charlottesville containing
7i2 acres, more less, with dwelling houses and ali
the necessary out houses, stables, hreshing machine
NC, will be sold by private contract; together with
negroes stock of cattle and valuable horses implements
of busbandTy, corn, fodder, &c small tract of low
land belonging To MIR David Michie which is to be
sold separates il from The Rivanna River There IS
vein OF rich Limestone running through the whole tract
which has been quaried and kned for these seven
and the lime employed manure to enrich the land
and for selling for building purposes Persons desrons
OF buying, will apply at the Office Of the Charlottesville
Advocate, or to DR.. Blettermann at the University
october ~. 4S-Ntf
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04
d. REEN MogNTAIN LAND AND LoylNGs.

~ REEN MOUNTAIN LAND AND LOyINGs
Nm TON TOWN LOTS FOR SALE--Tbe sub
scriber offers for sale tract Of land the Green Noun
Charles Winghcld, James Harris, Reuben Thomas and
Joel Yancey, Esqrs This land is situated in fine neigh
bobood aud ~ fertile section Of country as any mart
Of Virginia and several manufacturing and 5ris
mills, and very convenient to market 1t contains about
400 acres nearly all in woods-sbout 100 acres cleared
This land is rich and very productive and worthy The nj
ten,On Of any ogrculturist.
have also some houses and lots in the town Of Low
inEston, Nelson county Va, which quite suitable for
family any professional gentleman. I will dispose
OF this property for landed estate, Loyngson or
make such other trade nay suitably present itself As
do not want ouch property, will dispose Of all on IL
beral terms My address is Lovingston Nelson county
Virginia HARDIN PERKINS
Nov. y. 59-w3w
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04

IL Some of the parties to the above suit not being
inhabitants of this State hereby notify that have APP
pointed tine third Monday in January 1885, being the
18th day thereof to attend 10 this order-and that
quest all concerned, to attend my Office Prince Ed
ward Courthouse, the day mentioned at IL o'clock
Nov. l3. WIN. BERKELEY, Commr.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04

NNTHEREAS, the heirs Of Daniel Ford. deed late
Kentucky, their power of Attorney to settle sue for or
sell their interest IN the Estate Of said Daniel Ford
deed and whereas have the interest Of half ofsaid Is
tate and having no disposition 70 sell this iinc there
fore, far three Of the heirs Of said Daniel Ford
decd are concerned do hereby revoke said power Of
Attorney 80 far as auihorises the said Benz Ford TO
sell their interest in said land WIN a FORD
Noyember2 7 .59--w1ws
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04

NOV. a. o2-wSwr
Ten ESSRS. Rice .Ns,cnan, Seth II. Meade, 4dlninis
lsE TRAITOR de bonis non Of Moses MITCHELL Timothy
OCaidghan, John T. Leigh Guardian ad Item for Jesse
Mitchell, and George .Mtcheil--
GESrLEmEs-Take notice, that shall, either our
selves or by our Attorney the 9th day of December
1880 between the hours Of o'clock in the morning and
clock IN the evening, in the Tavern at Amelia Court
House, State of Virginia. proceed take Dispositions
of Henry ii. Southa Anderson Tucker, Peter Burton,
Matthew Allen, Robert Mann aud Others in relation
certain matter now in controversy in certain suit in
Chancery IN the Circuit Superior Court of Law and
Chancery for the county of Amelia, in which we the
undersigned. plaintiffs, and yourselves defendants
II said DISPOSITIONS not taken the day
toned, they will be continued from day day ilnme
datey following at the place and between the
houIs, at which time and place you can attend if you
think proper. WILLIAM III. ROWLETT
MARY N. A. r. ROWLETT.
November 49, 55-w4w
SCOTT'S PATENT IMPROVED ASBESTOS
~ FIRE PROOF IRON CHESTS.-We were pre-
sent when Mr. John Scott of Phlade phia burnt
his Patent aSJesoS Iron Chests in this CITY, on the 18th
inst, containing Bank Notes, Books and Papers and
have hesationin expressing entire confidence in
their ability to resist the most intense heat and pre-
from fire whatever is contained in them The
Chest, which is at the Office of Mr. John O. Law
was exposed TO the most scrutiny and remained
for length Of time in the flames after it had become re-
h0 The Papers Bank Notes, and other contents were
all taken out uninuTed by fire. and but partially stain.
by the sweating OF the interior of the Chest
We consider the test (made with ono cord Of ry pine
wood and savings) equal if greater than the ord
nary exposure to which they would be subjected in the
burning of buildings.
A. PEASANTS, IT,, SAML. S SAuSDyRs
III. w. 81 j. j. Fay, A PAuTRIpeE
NATnL DCNLoP, JHo II EusT .cE
J. McKuDoE, HESRY CLARK
WV. sISroS, Teller U. s. Bank,
Agent for the Patentee and .lfanufacinrsr.
No'fN 5J-w3m
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-12-04

SYLVAN HILL ACADEMY.--The next session of
- this Institution will commence the 1th of Janu
ary 1886. The course of instruction embraces such
branches Of The English usually taught in Acade
miles, together with the French, Latin and Greek Ian.
guages The situation very healthy and retired and
the subscriber has at considerable expense erected build
ings suited to his profession, and aordng ample accom-
modaons Tor his boarder under the same roof with his
family. AS tc influence Of early Impressions is very
lastng the duty of strictly marking the de- veopement Of
mind and feeling, that correct views may be nculcated
aud vicious habits prevented, requires much Of the
subscribers attention at home prevent his mingne
much in society and although few appreciate more
highly the confidence Of the public or receive with more
sincere gratitude the practical illustration Of that conf
denee, than the subscriber yet such his views Of the
duty privileges, and responsibilities Of parents refer
the education Of their children as ~ pre- vent his
exhibiting any conduct which might be- construed into
effort 10 procure their patronage. ie therefore sin
cerely hopes the public VIII Investigate The merits his
school, and afford II the patronage deserves and as
his reputation abroad ia founded upon his character az
home this is particularly the duty Of those among
whon c has lately settled fla love for the duties Of liz
professional long experience i'm those duiics-if system
in the arrangement and zeal in The prosecution of Then,
be any guarantee Of success then may parents exsc
The interest Of their children be advanced under Inc
Of the subscriber OF thing they may be assured
that under his present impression to his responsibility
and lis views Of honesty nc cannot suffer fh1sc ontrc
Terms for board, tuition, and washing 300 Bcddino
hi. H. Fox.
loving gentlemen Of lis former and present IA
irons Hon. WIN. peterborough and VIM n C,absll
Nessrs Tho. Ritchic r. Y Daniel Z n Nicholas j
Robinson. James Rawlings, and Gen. r. Peyton Of
Richmond; Or. J r. Archer, Of Amelia aif Lewis
Rawlings, Of spotsylyana; also, Mcssrs FoBtaine and
Pafriott Of the Senate Of Virginia
Address Tn II Fox, T. NJ, Thompson Store, Hano-
Nov. ~ so Z. CIV
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ri AND FOR SALE.-The subscriber wishes to sell
II the Tract Of Land which he resides in the coun.
y Of Cumberland, Willis river containing 500 acses
ablut $50 acres Of wh cb are Willis bottom This land
is situated in agreeable and pleasant ncighborbood
with the advantages Of water navigation from the farm
to the city Of Richmond. The improvements ore rood
aud suited 20 The comfortable accommodation Of small
family. lie would also sell tract adjoining the above
supposed TO contain about j 20 acres. JOS FUOIA
November u. 53-w12v
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&c. &c.
TO icn
---- -, Justice of the Peace for the -
aforesaid, do hereby certify, that - -, whose
name ia above subscribed as an attestng Witness perso
nally appeared before me, in my - aforesaid and
made oath, that the above named ---,
and -, whose names subscribed parties TO the
above Letter of Attorney acknowledged the same in the
presence of the said witness, their act and deed
Witness my hand and seal, this ---- day of -
one thousand eight hundred and thirty five
-- --- [sEAL]
Tie Jottotoing form of Letter Of attorney to transfer
stock has been adopted:
Know ALL MEN ny THESE PRESENTS, That ---
- OF -----, do hereby constitute and appoint --
------ of -- my true and lawful Attorney, for me
and in my name and behalf to transfer unto -
----- of --- Shares Of the Capital or Joint Stock
of the james Rirer and Kama cha ComyGay unto me be-
longing, upon which - dollars per share have been
paid and for that purpose to make and all ne
cessnry acts of assignment and transfer thereof
In lritness 'ohereo have bereunio set my hand and
seal, this ---- day Of -- 1S-.
nd deiiy arnd in of
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The parties TO the above suit hereby notified that
shall attend at Charlotte Court House the 18th day
OF December between the hours of 10 and clock
to carry the above order into effect which time and
place the parties requested attend with such evil
dence and vouchers they may think proper to produce
in order TO an adjustment of the accounts
JOHN MORTON NJ C.
Nov. 10. 55-w4w
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Sealed and delivered in presence Of ---
December / en-
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OUT hdnds ana seals, this - day Of
md eight hundred and thiIty.five.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1835-02-23
MEVy szElRHHs VOL. ELMO. $50,
MORE DRY GOODS.

:" II. HARPER has just received, from the
w North, further supply of rs bales and
packages of seasonable Dry Goods, which he
will sell unusually low, wholesale and RETAIL
Super and common Cloths Of every color
Woollen and Cotton Flannels
ga, 1914, LID Rose Blankets,
Point and heavy Duffill do
Cassinetts, some very low priced
Linseys plain and striped
Scarlet, English do
Alarge quantity Crcassians and Bonbazets
Black and Colored Worsted Hose and J
Hose
Woolen, Buck, Beaver, Kid and other
Gloves
Woollen Comforts
Silk and Cotton Hdkfs
Linen Cambria Hdkfs
Calicoes, some very handsome
Plain Crimson Mepno Calico
Silk Swansdown and other Vestings
Several pieces Matteonis best black Italian
Silk
Copd Gros de Naples, figured and plain
Black, white and COLD Italian Grapes and
Grape Lsse
White Silk Hose and half Hose, plain and
ribb'd
Ladies white embroidered Kid Gloves
Fancy Hdkfs. and fancy Beltings'
Cambria Edging and Inserting very hand
some
Thread Edgngs
Irish Linen and Lawns and Irish Sheeting
Linen Table Cloths
Burlaps and other Linens
Cotton OZnaburgs
Sd Al ga brown and bleached Domeslics.
Furniture and other Colored do
Ticks, heavy
Apron Checks, fine and low priced
With great variety of other Goods for sale
cheap. dec 25
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NEW STYLE.

lust received, per schooner Village from
- Boston, two cases of Satin Beaver Hats,
entirely new pattern; they have been made to
order, and are extra fine.
In Store
Hats OF every shape and quality; Gaps of the
latest fashions: all OF which will be sold whole
sale and retail, on the most accommodating
terms. Isolicit call, and you'll see what good
bargains will giveyou. All Hats bought of the
subscriber will at all times be put in order gratis:
such as binding and ironing.
JOHN T. o. WILBAR. e..
Cash given for Furs; those having the article
will please TO call. Jan
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1835-02-23
WHEAT FANS. &c.

L, u. q II; GRlSWoLD have now on hand
-. ana VIII constantly keep, or manufacture
10 order, at their Establishment, corner of KING
and Alfred streets, a variety of Dutch and Enc.
fish improved WHEAT FANS; Cookie, Cheat
and Rolling SCREENS, for FIGURING Mills:
window Screens, Riddles, sifters, Mil. Shakes
straw Cutters and Safes; all Of which they will
dispose OF upon the most reasonable terms.
materials and workmanship; and none bv con.
slant attention to business, to gain share of the
puDllc patronage.
Flour manufacturers and Wheat Fan makers
Wilt it greatly to their advantage to give me-
BOY is wantedi as apprentice to the above
business, l6 or II years old, of good and stssd,,
habits. ''eauy
b Repairing done on the shortest notice
~ TURNING in Wood, Iron, and Brass.
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CASH FOR 400 NEGROES,
BLANK BOOK MANDATORY.

BLANK BOOK MANUFACTORY.
TINHE subscriber informs his friends and the
j. public that he has commenced the above
business on King street. two doors east of Roy
al, where he intends keeping constantly on hand
handsome assortment of BLANK BOOKS, Of
every description ordinarily in use, such as Le-
gers. Day Books, Journals; Letter, Cash. In
voice, Memorandum Books, &c.
Merchants Account Office, & School Books,
ruled and bound to pattern, at the shortest no
tice. Book Binding, in every variety. of style,
neatly and substantially executed, by
oct2l-tf JOHN FLEMING