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Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

"lf man can't mount, he will descend" To
satisfy ourselves that the poet was correct in
makingitlHs assertion, we need only consult the
pages of history, nay, our own experience, how
ever limited, will fully convince US of its truth.
Here we meet with one, who, falling to obtain
the objects that tempted his avaricc or allurcd
his ambition, seems, like Richard ILL., to have
deliberately determined to be a villain" Then
we see another, who, because he cannot do any
positire good, appears resolved to disobey entire
ly, the apostles injunction, to ''eschew evil and
do good" He is content to 60 about and do
wilful harm. He is only happy when he can
unnecessarily distress and disquet those around
him, who but for him might be allowed unnter-
ruptcdly to pursue the "nosless tenor of their
way" He places the suRmu,n bonum in distur-
bling the peace and diminishing the happiness of
Others and if ever beam of tranquility lights
up his breast, It's " hen he traduces and defames
those who excel him in virtue and intelligence
it's when the arrow of detraction and calumnv
we'll sped from his mouth fustens its victim.
Thersites acquired immortality by abusing and
srandalzing his bctters. Eratostratus immor-
talized himself by setting fire to the temple Of
Diana at Ephisus, which was reckoned one of
the seven wonders Of the world, thus by associ-
ating his name with the destruction of this mag
nificent temple he secured that undyng anne
which his own merit could never have brought
him A neighbor of ours, actuated by a like
ambition, is seeking fame by scandalizng and
libelling those whom he cannot rival in dstinc-
ton and honors. A. G. McNutt, J. f. II. Cia.
borne and S. j. Gholson-McNutt is Governor
of Mississippi, the distance between our friend
and the Gubernatorial chair is immense, full of
self-importance and vain as he is, he cannot as
pire to that chair He cannot mount up to Nc
Mutt, but he would pull him dO,cn, lOio as him
self He would bring eternal disgrace on his
state Lv displaying the "swinish meanness" of
her Cover nor, ''who lisa disgrace to mississippi"
To do this he must Willy and Islander Nc
Nutt. calumnies must be "dssiminated"--
Claiborne and Ghols,nn must be called "master-
geniuscs of inequity. tuphcity and infamous
demagoguism." Doubtless, this modern Their
sites will succeed 10 such fame as ne deserves,
If he does not, the fault shall not be ours
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
P. d. VAN NORMAN.
nrRRA TOR MISSISSIPPI yrT,

Bya private letter received in this pI,,o
Yesterday, we learn that the money Of ,bo
Brandon hank is received at par in No"'
Yrrk. We are glad to hear this ipteIr
gcnce, and take this occasion to speak ~
the able and jadicious manner in which
the affairs of this institution have beon
managed by its skiliul pres d mt and board
of directors. 1t will afford us great plea
sure to record the same news e. the crod;,
of or other state banks. The so,nor
steps are taken for the rc-estahlishmen,
of Mississippi credit at the n nth, the bet.
ter it will be for the planters ;;nl mcrcb.
ants, and the true interest of the Who'll.
state. -MdRchcSter Wig.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
DUEL.

Mr.. Cilley, of Maine, and Mr.. Graves, of Ken
lucky, members of the House of Representatives
fought duel with rifles, which terminated in
the death of the former, who fell by the third
shot TO rise no more. The Editor Of the
New York Courier, sent letter to Cilley, BY
Graves, Culey would not receive it, which il
said to be the reason why he was challenged by
Graves, who afterwards shot him. Rumor says,
Webb and NJ. Duncan, of Ohio, are to fight a
duel, perhaps to add another to the long list of
honorable murders
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

Mrs. A. Benton, mother of the Hon. Senator
from Missouri, Thos. II. Benton, died lately at
st. Louis, aged 80 years. The papers of ST
Louis, and elsewhere, speak of her in the most
nary qualities Of mind; combining in an eminent
degree, all thH is loved and admired in the fe-
male character, such us would have made her
illustrious had she lived in Rome, when matrons
encouraged military achievements there, or in
the iron age Of Sparta, when mothers disowned
son for having turned his back to an enemy of
his country. This lamented lady gave early
| vigor and tone to mind richly endowed by its
creator. Though woman's sphere is amented-
though she does not ascend the pulpit, or occu.
py the farum, she prepares the other sex for
those places Mrs B. lived to see her son accu-
| Ply conspicuous place in the councils of the
nation and in the esteem of his country,men-
and died lamented by all who knew her:
leaving proof, that there is perhaps not an in.
stance of a man of genius having had dull
woman for his mother, though many have had
fathers stupid enough in all conscience. Talent,
thsEefore, is much more communicable to the
offspring from the maternal side than from the
other. If a man wishes to have clever children,
this may perhaps serve him as apology for
marryin ing a woman of talent, should all other
excuses be wanting.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
For ae Planter.
A VISIT TO A PRINTING ofEicE.

VISIT TO A PRINTING OFFICE
The first thing that ! saw was a lap''
with an indclnate NUM- er Of black sPo'S
in rows; examined them until my cur
osity was satisfied. rested my arm on
the, what thought new fashioned table
until could look at large black thing'
which | ut first thought was new fash
iuned ncgro-whlst ! was g'z'ng at my
new negro, one of the gentlemen OF the
Office touched me and pointed to the wall,
on which | saw inscribed, "LOOk But
TOUCH NOT" and then pointed to the
place on my "new fashi ned table," on
which had rested my elbow, and behold,
had thrown somebody's mental labor,
perhaps, and certainly some olhls manual
labor into ''pie." as he stated it. | saw
the mischief, left the oflice,-and deter
mined that if ever | entered another, |
would "Look, but touch Not" O.E.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

NJ The Free Trader of the 9th inst, speaks, in
| as prophetic manner, as if inspired:-wc have
inspired and uninspired prophets; the reader can
Judge of the inspiration of the prophet, who
said before the 9Th inst, ave predict and we
wish the Courier TO mark the predictions, that
Brown and Barton will both decline the nolnina-
ton of the Galatin Star, and recommend the
democracy to unite upon Claiborne and Ghol-
SON." The Star of the 10Th contains the follow
ing remarks from the editor, showing the truth
of the prediction and proving the intimate know.
ledge, (the result of experience and observation
the talented editor of the Free Trader has of the
republican party in Mississippi. The Gallatn
Star says, eve this week take from our columns
the names Of Gen. Brown and Roger Barton,
Esq, as candidates for Congbess, inasmuch as
both of these Gentlemen refuscsto be considered
candiduees." The consolation derived from
this source to the Whigs, can no more exist;
But hope, so kindly bent to please them,
7 Finds out some circumstance to ease them
They have an excellent knack at hoping-they
can hope, even against hope; no doubt is enter
tanned here Of the strength Of the Democratic
party, but the wings say the democrats will not
all support the candidates Of that partyi this is
. delnsivs hops. L.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

GJ'The Wings in several states have already
nominated Henry Clay as a candidate for the
next Presidency. Verify, they have made ju-
dicious choice, for who could so fifty be the
champion of of party composed of such various
and discordant materials as Clay? They may
we'll rally TO the support and elevation of him,
in whom are combined all the elements Of that
heterogeneous mass of politicians made up Of
Federalsts, Nuifers, Wings, Abolitonsts,
ct ID Omne genus Fcderaists may take him by
the hand and call him brother, Wings and Null
fiers will rise up and call him ''blessed because
he is the advocate of National Bank. And the
Abolitionists will doubtless give him their undi
vided support, convinced that he is the man
after their own hearts, having fully proved him
self an Abolitonst He was a candidate for
seat in the Convention that formed the present
Constitution of Kentucky, and wbs beaten o.,
the ground that he was an advocate for the alb
clifton Of SLAVERY. Recently, when in the Sc
nate oil the L. s., the north and the south were
arrayed against each on this exciting subject.
his conduct left no doubt on the minds of aav,
'""t ns favored the views of the northern fana
TICS Some of the Wings in this state have es-
poused his cause and ure urging his claims, but
badly have they learned to appreciate the vir.
tue and intelligence of the people Of Mississippi
If they suppose that they will give their support
to man who has uniformly opposed their best
interests. Has he not opposed the graduation
OF the price of public lands? Has he not labor
ed strenuously laborcd to defeat all presumption
laws? Is he not the friend and almost the father
OF the tariff which imposes taxes on the agrcul-
turalist of the south for the support and aggran-
dizemcnt of the manufacturer of the north? Let
them answer these questions to the people, and
then see if they will agree to have such man
as Henry Clay is, to preside their destines
If Clay consents to be made the "forlorn hope"
of this desperate party, it will not surprise US,
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
The Cott,& crop of Texas, for the year 1898
is computed atN2O,OO0 bales.

The Little RocRNVpp say, Fort Smith, Ark
ansas is chosen as thu most appropriate location
for the new Garrison, Contemplated for some
time, for the accommodaticp of the U. S. Troops
it is to be erected forthS fth, by competent
workmen, and of the best mi terials
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

ny shameful misrepresentation thut have been
made about him-,hen viii he be able to con.
front, face to face, with those souless traduccrs
whose constant business il has been TO misre.
present his acts and sii(y his character. lie
and Gholson are considered by all as the Demo
cratic candidates fer Congress, at the ensuing
election, VII ch will take place on the 23d and
18th of April They are the two on which the
"holc Democratic party must and will unite
That their talents and qualifications are of the
highest order, none can dispute, and the fath-
iul and dignfed manner in " hich they have de-
Tended and maintained the rights of Mississippi
and promoted the interests of their constituents,
while it endears them to every honest friend to
freedom, will secure for them an overwhelming
majority over those political sWindlers, Prentiss
and Word, who shall see how vain has been
their malignant and unrelenting hostility, when
all the disgrace and ruin they meditated for
these devotedserN ants of the people, shall recoil
upon their own heads. sS%
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

On Saturday evening, the 10th inst, muir
der was committed on the body OF a man, by the
name of Hugh Cause{' from Kentucky, by su
muel Potts, both stzoe'makers. The particulars
are, that Causey I'd walked eighteen miles to
have revenge otis, for some trifing differ
encc that ha6s7 Cured between them, he eau
ing to have, settled, but Liquor, that fell dis.
troyer of ydanknd, hurled him into an untime.
ly gra,'e. Potts being aware of the intention Of
Ca'dseyato have his PottsO life or lose his own,
lost no time, but armed himself with that mur.
derous ~eapon, WHlsKEY, aided by the use of a
simple shoeknife; awaited the attack; Causey
being urged on by the effects, or influence OF
Liquor, struck Potts, who thrust his knife into
Causey's neck, cutting his juggler vein. He
died on Sunday morning, about O'Clock.
The Coroner held an inquest over the body.
andthe jury returned verdict that Causey had
came to his death by stab from the hand Of
Potts, acting in self.defence
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

1t is known. we believe, that the old U,
States bank ties were retained by MIR.
Bitd e, in order to assist him in his great
scheme of bringing about and causing to
continue the present suspension of specie
payments; for this purpose, they were
sent in large quantities to all parts of the
Union, there to be exchanged, before sus-
picion of the design could be excited, for
the notes Of the state banks, so that these
corporations are now almost altogether
under the control of Mr.. Biddle. The
New Orleans part of the plan was execu-
ted with great success. We have already
shown in this paper, that the Merchants
Bank, (Mr. Bddle's agency,) by means Of
these old notes, received from Philadel-
phia last winter and spring, and issued
here so plentifully during that time, bro't
the greater part Of the city banks into its
debt, as was shown in the bank statements
LAID before the public by the legislature.
BY this netarious process, has Mr.. Bidde
obtained the power of preventing return
to specie payments; the only cure for the
present derangcd state Of affairs. Count
ing the state banks in subsection t. his
will, the capital of the PENNSYLVANIA Bank
ami his other resources, he now commands
capital of one hundred and fifty millions
OF dollars; and with such strength he We
~ confidently asserts, that no return to
specie payments can be effected without
his consent, which he will never give, I'M
I'll the peDple2satiesshim to mount upon
their backs again, by granting him the
charter OF another national bank--when
this is done, he will resume, ana~Aot' be-
J lore. If the Def"l-" 5a;iit}ant to he yoke
third time, it will be perpetual, they need
never hope to shake il off again.-!soutt-
erRCr.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
BRANDON NOTES REpEENEn.

The Y, $. Bank in this city, having
received funds, for that purpose, have
during. the present week, redeemed at
par, ALI the notes Of the Mississippi and
Alabama Rail Road Co., at Brandon.
Mi, that have been ofTercd.-We are
not aware how long this desirable ar
rangcment will hold.
Saturday (PMla.) Courier,
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
Saturday (Paila.) Courier.

$. s. Prentiss declared in Congress
that he would not again be candidate.
The Vicksburg Register put up the
flag, and hauled it down again, to A.
wait further orders. Win not the
Courier do the same2-Free Trader.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
THE BANKS AND THE .nEor,, =,

THE BANKS AND THE .nEor,Sc.--~-
The emssaries of the banks infcst tho
seat OF government, and are incessant in
their exertlons to influence the action of
Tue -, leg's'' t4re. We warn thors well
point beyond which forbearance ceases
to be virtue. The people have patient
" submitted 20 their wanton abuses and
their bankrlIptcy-bnt they never will
succomb 10 the additional outrage ofan at
tempt to control the free action Of the le-
giSlature. There is NJ DISPOSITION 10
crash the banks. We therefore warn these
institutions to recall their emissaries. If
they will Mott they will madlv rush on
to their own destruction-be it so. The
consequence will not be attributable to a.
ny obstructive" propensity of the repre-
sentatives of the people-but to lust re-
tribution for daring interference with the
sacred rights of the community.
The humilidting spectacle pas YESTERDAY
eraibited Of member Of tie house of re-
personalities endearoriag to paIliate his
desertion Of tie principles uhich he had
acted upon, up TO Sunday morning last,
by the plea that he was com.
PEELED to ADOPT his new
course by letters received
from directors Of Il certain
Bunk, to which he was in
debted!!!
The vote of that member turned the
scale in favor of the instructions, Wheth.
er his plea be founded in truth, we have
not the evidence before us to enable ne 10
speak positively.
Let the people see TO il!
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

We see from The address of the Hon. J. - II.
Claiborne to the people of Mississippi, that whrn
he shall,haye returned homo, he will as soon as
Pructiculf pc, address the people in every county
in the State, This is doubtless sed intelligence
TO his enemies, for then will he have en- oppor.
tunity Of disabusing the public mind Of tho sa'
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

editor OF the Advocate dwelt, were Loa
misreprescnted--as to the first, 1.-The b,I
had ten fingers and could count them. h,
need MT have made the false statemon,
in IA
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

More war on the Northern Frontier; the pat
riots are again combining their energies; the pa.
sfers from that quarter give accounts of recent
movement and combination, concerning which
we purpose to give some account in our next
number.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
SLIP CANAL.

The great design to connect the Atlantic and
s. Pacific oceans, by canal across the Istbmus of
DaNen, is again receiving the attention of Con-
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

A fire broke out in the cas-, wing OF the Aca-
denny at West Point, to the great injury OF that
establishment, it is said the Joss is some nine or
ten thousand dollars
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
Extract of a letter to the editor of the
Louisiana Chronicle, dated
Nep Orleans. March 9 1929

"There is nothing new in the city, es.
ccpt the bank veto. understand il il
the intention of the friends of the late
bank bill to introduce an ,ther-iust such
an enc as would suit the Tanks, AMI the
friends of bank reform and restriction
would be compelled to yield, but in this
they are mistaken. No bill can be passed
this session, that has not been previously
introduced, The house passed n resolu.
ton to-day toadiourn on the 18th inst"
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

D-We have been requested to state that the
Rev. c. F. Fielder is expected to preach in Liber.
Sty, on Friday next, the 23d inst
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

One of Prcntice's letter writer's says, ~ do
not think hazard any thing in saying that
Clay will get the vote of Mississippi" True,
he hazards nothing, for if he possessed either
veracity or good sense, he would not have said
so.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

editors of the Planter, must be ss.pad, TO SC.
cure attention.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17
MORE LIGHf,

The citizens of st. Louis az enlightened en-,
ough to see how dark their ctty is and have
come to the conclusion tina. tIls best to light 1t
with gas, which will reflect gre at credit on them
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

The following is from the Penns ylvania
Reporter, Of Feb. 10, the fact deserves the
serious consideration of freemen, who wish
still to be free:
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

Hon. }. r. TRorTER, Senator from this State,
appeared in the U. S Senate, on the 18th ult.,
was qualified and took his seat.
Piney Woods planter and Amite union literary reflector. [volume] (Liberty, Miss.) 1838-1838, 1838-03-17

1.-The wretched have more to fear'
lie has been so often beaten, that another fail
ure would bring to him none of the humiliating
modification of defeat. *e*
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1838-03-28
From he Northampton Courier.

THE EIR--THE TONGUE -TuR EAR. hat moi
,idua who enjoys his several senses, vigorous and
unimpsired, has but poor conceptions OF the afilc'
tons Of those y no cannot claim exemption from
dlsordercd or siiIated organs.
The eystbe mirror Of the emotions which speak
out from tho heart with an eioqueuce beyond the
power Of Language TO convey, aud winch rejects
upon tie mind the most eNqn'sl,ey pleasurabe
sensation from cv'erHa, ohlecs--how painfully Tins
contrasts With shzbtess eyobals, iEsgi'g n"'l"aR
bat darkness up,a ,Ae mind snd dcsyialIon to The
senses.
The tsnrue. which utiers what the feelings die
tale and the heart iaspIres--~hich Is pcrsun.lscIy
At one moment. subdu,ug and iauquidzsug At on"-
Their: which crva,es Nuh l"y today, aud lhnl-
hagly touches tie heart sDd assuages us gnsis
to-mofso4---how cherries when ils poSers ot Of
teraacc are palsied and iis eapa cities remain IN
known md unapprecaied. What cloud Of wretch
edness il mus, throw srouud ibe mind 10 ihink
that ts bnisnl eiooiilns and VIVID and glowing
conceptions are never TO be communicated L. others
or disclosed by that eioq geo, organ, ide tongue.
Bot tAe en- thar hesff, anen that - su1i a. aiHst
al external zones and sensations against the
sympathy ofriendshp. the Joy ufsccs. Intercourse,
and ihe delights Of meiody uHd loye--ghsi drcs o
~ waste ~Aat lad journey hie must be t. travel
With any 81 those senses impaired, which stops
free intercourse aith cur felus neB, and mars :he
hsrmony sn1 5ouysncy Of ca silence. To be shut
oct ffom the naturul beauties Of creation ard the
delights they afford, and 10 EnoR Of the existence
Of ibiags around us only by The touch, or mont
tons ofihe esr--io be ce5arfed from "sSeet con-
yefser VIA society and ihe soothing s.sn1ishionis
aud comforting sympsihes Il erestes--to hsse the
portals ofthe soul closed 70 every tone uhcn can
elevate ils Aspirations and dspe - weary and SD
deuing ,hogghis-lo safef ell Or any Of these sf-
active dspnVstions. Is among the many causes
~hleh may male he cherries. and ne path dark
sns depending.
, lie ehs 2osseas, the. sleIicS' faculties 9Him-
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1838-03-28

SAVED. ~ ma figh, 90 say ths isa sad world OF
mp0rDfaiiy THINK It yslc ofiesn.
Tvs iVnusrRr ~ NArrag "lnAusiry is tho
srihle friend Of happiness and virtue 4, sIapis the
giGs Of The Crcstor TO The eud. which lie dcsicned
We are excited 10 It by the examples aud auaogie.
OF ua,nre.
The htlc nli hasiens Onward 10 Tho broader
stream, cheering the flowers On tie margin. and
singing TO the pebbles in lhar bed. The river
rushes to tho sea dispensing, on broader scale
fertility and beauty Ocean, receiving his thou
ssnd lnbuie streams, and 'v oog h's thunder.
hymn bcarsto their wtitn winged messengers which
promote the comfort nod wesith of man aud oct a.
snvoys between remuiost chimes. Ia the secret bo.
som Of the enrh, the li,'le heart Of The committed
seed quioSens e.cula'iou commences he slender
radlclcs expand, The nc0 horn plant HIS a ,imid
eye to the conference.-the blossoms diiinses oder
the gam whiler- foi ihc reaper the tree poriec,s
It's fruii. Nature is never IDLE.
lessons Of Industry come also from insect
teachers, from the winged chymist in the bell Of
the hyacnth and the political economist bearing
the kernal Of corn to its sublerfanoan magazine.
The bird gathers food for itself
and for it's he pess claimants with soncs Of love
or spreading migratory wing. hangs ITS slight ar
chtecture on the pam-hranch Of Africa, the wind.
swept and scanty foliage OF The otcade or the slen.
der, sky piercing minafet Of the Mos'em.'
Ms SiFomsry's letters.