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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

NEW COMEDY --"Whigs and Demo.
cfais, IS The title oi three act Corsd,,
lusi issued from the press OF Mr. T. w
" hire OF Richmond The authors name &c
moi gwen, hut IbeTc is no reason wbv il
should I'VE concealed, al least none founded
on TIC merits Of his effort 10 pourtray, in
o'amo'lc sketch, The des,icalie sr!s oi dem
's''Suelsin, Which are now rrocIised TO such
=, "'s"'ui extent III our country. Gen.
raHWe1tber, democratic cx member Of
congress, and candidate for re>elecl,on
may hnd more than one sinjjlllude wifhio
our own knowledge and his friend. Major
RoundIree, Is Tie type Of an almost innume-
rabie Tribe IN every county; men " no get
by roie The parrot phrases nl The Ennpitet
and retail them 10 Chips, Rowdic Slang,
and bangsiI," with The soIemniiy Of oraclse.
We commend this piquanr sketch 10 tho
good will OF The reading public - Tvg.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01
Delegates elected 10 The .Siaunfon Cauyeut;o,

Delegates elected 10 The Stanton Convention
observation-disclosures A. Stuart and
Robert Stephen.
NGnsemond.-John G.. Cohoon and
Joshua Nj. Harrell-altcrnates, John G..
Crnmp, and Owen II. Flynn.
Pe,crsburg.-J. w. Pcgram and Ro,
bert b. Boiling-alternates- William
Robertson and James Lea.
Snuthampton.-Col. Carr Bowers
and James b. Urquhart.
Lancasttr.-Coi. John Chowning-al-
ternale, ID. p. Mitchell.
Augusta.--W IN. Kinney, Gen. BIG
Baldwin. II. S. Brooke aud John NIcCue,
-alirrnates. James Bell, James A Coch
ran. John b, Breckenridge aud Joseph
Smith.
Meetings have been called in a nuns
Der Of counties to elect delegates, and the
probability is that there will be a full
convention.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

LOUR.-The w heat harvest, as far
North as Maryland inclusive, is already
III and notwithstanding some local ex.
cePtIons, particularly in lower Virginia.
II is on the whole one Of the richest
that ever was gathered. There is every
prospect OF similar result in Pcnnsyi.
vaDla, New York, Ohio, Michigan and
other grain growing States so that we
may safely calculate upon large surplus
tor expectation, and that the price Of
flour will be regulated by wha, il is
worth Tor that purpose. This will de-
pend, IN part, upon the scantness or
plentifulness Of the crops in other coun.
tries. BY the last accounts, the wbea,
prospects were good in England, aid we
nave seen, as yet, no iutimation of short
crops any where except in Chill. But
at all events, we shall find demand ior
Hour in the West Indies and South 4.
merica, which we can supply if we will
do 1t cheap enough ; and with reference
TO me effect on exchanges, 1t is not ma
terial where The -four goes to, if only il
goes at all. Notwithstanding the short
crops OF 1887 and 1888, we exported in
the twelve months ending Goth Septem-
Der last, -four 10 the value Of SO O03 2go
During the year TO come we see not WIN
we cannot export 70 the value of S1O>
UOO 0O0. unless some unlocked for die.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

Church brill of mulberry trees The
W eathersfieid girls once built church
out of the proceeds of an onion crop.
The Northampton Courier tells a story
TO match. Some dozen individuals N
Amherst, entered into the mulberry bin.
sineSs some two or three years since.
with determination. if successful, to e.
rect new meeting house in that Parish
they bave been successful and OUT Of
the profits Of this little joint stock com.
Pa"y church is now erecting in the
East Parish in Amherst.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

aster should befal the crop in the Middle
and Northern States The effect OF This
upon our exchanges will be sensibIy felt
Added TO 100000 bales of cotton
(Which the mex, crop will probably rea,
hAe) it will turn exchanges decidedly in
our favor, unless we go TO importing too
freely, which we are apt 10 do whencv.
or we begin to feel strong -Whe ex-
changes became favorable. the pressure
upon the money market will cease, as
there will then be no motive for the ex.
portation OF specic, and consequently the
Banks will be more free with their dis
counts.-N. Y. Jour. Com.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

Among the persons arrived at New
York in the Great Western ale Colonel
NJ uDGE AID other gentlemen appointed
By the British Government as commits.
sloners on the Eastern boundary. is
stated IN the London Morning Herald
That Mr.. FEATUERsTONAUGn has moi
been sppointed in the commission
though his appointment was at one time
supposed to- have been uiuJr,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

@rhe TACT is stated by correspon
deut OF The Charlottesville Advocate that
Nc MADISON was only prevented fro,,
making Mr.. Clay Commander /. Chief
OF the Atmy during the last war, by the
necessity there was 90 retain his services
IN Congress. Had The appointment been
made. Henry Clay would not have come
TO eh's sis'e of life without being Presi.
1eo.--for he would have made most
able. g'liaat aod distinguished Soldiee
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

The Richmond Enquirer, speaking
oi Judge White. says-"And where is
inns fallen statesman now AT the la st
account he was in Tennessee, well aud
nearly, proud in the conscious rectitudc
OF ms position as a politician, and as
Hfmly fixed in the affections of his con-
stituents OF the state, as he ever was.
Can his late colleague. Mr.. Grundy say
as much
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

Bank Of The Valley-The stockbold-
ers OF this institution at their meeting
on the l7tb instant, decided in favor Of
accepting The provisions of the acts Of
1851 and 1889, by vote Of 739 for, to
4OO against. These acts graft renewal
OF me charters OF the banks, and increase
the banking capital Of the state.
n resolution was also adopted ,instruc.
ting the board of directors of the moth.
or bank to present memorial TO tho
nest legislature, praying a modification
OF some OF The provisions Of said acts
which toe bank believes to be onerous
to the institution and inconvenient to
The community.
[ Winchester Tuciniar.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

head of the contemplated navigation will be
20 miles nearer this section than amy o,,,,r
navigaoic stream, and must command i'm.
mense trade, can we dnubt the p.opriery of
immediate action? Let me tberef,te earn.
estly invite capitalists To give liberal, sub.
sciip,inns 10 this work, for now is the limo
for us to do something to promote the sue.
cess OF our agricultural pursuits
a PRACTICAL MAN
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

TO consult his inclina,ions. We hold that
public men nre public property, and
that distinguished Offices should not be
suffered TO be the effects OF indy idual soils
citation; but conferred peremplorily, on
whcmsoevcr the people, in their sovereign
pleasure, may elect.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

The Rogersvilie (Teun) paper in.
forms us that Gen. Nathaniel Smith late
the Indian Emigrat;ug Agent for the
Cherokees, had aed 10 Texas, with from
30 to $500. 00O Of Uncle Sans mooev
!" s'ls pocket, having first sold off his
ceeds. P''
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

GSs@ 1t is said that the Postmaster G,.
h'fai mas sent an agent TO England to
ascertain the details and practical work.
ing of the uniform and reduced rate of
postage lately adopted there, with view
to ITS introduction here.-We hope
something Of the kind may be effected
me rates are too high. A larg. reduc.
uon would, we have no doub:, increase
the receipts of the Department. AS to
uniform rate-there is but one charge
Tor any distance, however great-and as
to payment in advance, we do not feel
justified in hazarding an opinion, though
the operation in England has been, &C,
coFding 10 the latest accounts, favorable.
Fredericksburg ArenQ.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01
THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 1899.

Thomas J, MIcHIE. Esq, has been
appointed Prosecutor for the Common
wealth in the Circuit Superior Courts of
Augusta. Albemarle and Rockbr:dge, in
the place of JOHN II. PEyroN, Esq re-.
signed.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

The Baltimore American mentions tl.
sale by gentleman Of fbat city Of crop
OF fifteen acres Of Morus Mniticsujis
Within q few days. for the handsome
son, OF thirty two thousand five hundred
do1Iers.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

IL IS said that Mr. Milier. the conf
Dentist ciert Of SIC. Steeabergea, whose
mysterious disappearosce has been g
subject OF "ewsPaPer remark vest from,
New York 20 Qaebsc. sud subsequent
y sailed tbence 10 ve.sei bound for
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01
[ winchester Trginian

rs proc! OF the Morus NIuiticaulis
lever, ii is said that woman in North
ampton, or somewhere in that nriob>
oothood, has cbristencd her child jUoyus
unH,ca"ftS. Wonder if i, was from 2
slip -" x
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

me banks i'll the State of New York,
established under the General Banking
Act, have just concluded an arrangement
Tor the redemption of their notes in the
city CT New York.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

+. The commissioners of,he Lynchburg
and Tennessee Rail Road have deter.
mined to open books Tor the subscrip
ton of the stock Oh the 18th of this
mouth.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

James Carradus, Esq, of Charles CITY
County, was murdered lately by his stem
son, Benskin Hopkins, who has Gr,,
the country. He employed one OF the
slaves to assist him, who has been con-
demned 10 death.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01
Election Table, Elections are to be
held in the following states

MIR: Prentiss of Mississippi is spok ell
OF as U. 5. Senator in opposition TO Mr..
Walker who has determined to hold on
If he can, to the office.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01
GEN. HARRIsoN.-The Columbus q
Journal oil late date says

Gen. Harrison arrived here on Sa,ur.
day to attend the United States District
Count as witness in an important law
SUIT. lie was in excellent health, and
received the cordial but transformations
greeting OF his friends with all the active
lrankness OF his youth.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

The British Queen was TO sail on tb.
ioIh July. The Proprietors, very pru>
IDENTITY, sent her on an experimental
cruise, before desPatching her across the
Atlantic
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

Gen. Scott arrived at Chicago on the
9TH ult. He was bound for Fort Win
neOago' to q"eli the hostile spirit mani
Tested among the Indians.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

:, Mr.; and Mrs Stevenson, NJ jor and Mrs.
Va" Buren,, Mr.. Webster and family, Mr..
sandernoel and lady, Majpr Chase and lady
Mr.. Benjamin Rush. and Mr.. Al. r. Sin.
g'e,on we're present At her MaJesty's Stale
bali Jure 10.
he American merchants in London in.
dinner
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01

Mr. Clay was received with consid
cradle parade at Buffalo, New York.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01
New York, July %.
VERY LATE FROM EUROPE

ARRIVAL OF THE GREAT w EXTERN.
correspondence of the Commercial Advertiser
LONDON, July 4, 1889.
RELEASE OF THE CANADIAN PRISONERS.
II affords me great pleasure to inform ycu
that he government have determined 10 re-
lease MIR. John G.. Parker and the seven
other Canadian prisoners who pleaded gully
TO The charge preferred against them in Up.
per canada, in the hope of reCei, ing her
MnjeS!y's pardon. My opinion is, that the
order Tor their release will be issued this
ddv. $50
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01
TuE BANK OF ENGLAND.

IL Is more than probable tha, before mi,
reaches YOU, you will hare heard thai rIe
Bank of England hes increased her rate nf
interest TO fire and half per cent. We
have been for same days in state pl GREAT
excitement with the belief tina, il would 30
even another step farther and make il sir
Yesterday (4;h) passed of without any no.
lice rom The bank, aud il may now stand a,
The present rate for some time.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-08-01
RIOT AT BIRMINGuAM

AT an early hour this morning an exp,css
arrived with the intelligence that seri,us
rot had taken place at Birmingham at a
large meeting Of The Chartis,s. knew
that number Of the London police had
gone down to arrest the leaders OF the gang.
The meeting assembled at S O'clock and
IN lew minutes after the police made their
appearance, and made an effort 10 arres, The
leaders, they were overrowoiod and triy.
en- from The field, alIer receiving some Sc.
we're wounds. The 'urth regiment of dra.
goons were e He'd out, To " hch was added
some infantry, and,the rioters were in urn
driven from The ground
The great Chartist petition was prt ssnted
~ The House of Commons on the I4,h nv
Atwood IL was literally rolled into the
tioase, being cylinder of parchment about
the diameter OF coach wheel Mr. AL
wood was allowed 10 make speech in layo,
OF The clifton.
lmp"rtant intelligence had been received
iron ;he East, of the actual decIara,Ion nj
war ny the Sultan against The Pacha OF q.
sypi. has was on the 9th Of June: and a,
lie same time The Sultan despatched feet
and considerable reinforcement, TO the rebels
~ Syria, where The Instruction apains, The
facha was iaiihly extending
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-09-10

ow suffered the tortures Of sighted lovers martyr
dom for 10 months but Ill to be forgotten in the
realization Of his hopes With anguish, he learnt q
her more recent engagement to please her parents,
leaving him hope Of his success for an open union
But what obstacles will not true lover overcome
A sister Of his was residing for the summer in a
neighbOring town; to her he impaired his eventfui
secret, and to woman's ingenuity he owes the maj
completion and success Of his plan. Miss g
returned home, but to inform her parents OF pro,
posed visit with friend for few weeks-this friend
was the sister of her beloved-there she went, and
for ten days past has drank the sweet Intoxicating
draught OF "Cupid's Syrup, pure and ad9i.era-
ted and therefore strong Their plans are fully ma
tured and this very afternoon the steamer Lexington
bears the happy couple through the Sound, to New
York, (where, ere the setting OF to morroWs sun,
they will be made one little dreaming that the same
boat carries full account Of the romantic history OF
their loves for the columns Of the unequaed Herald
l may have been somewhat tedious and prolhc In
my narrative, but my necessary adherence to facts
must be my apology will only advise our good
friend when he is settled in quiet life, Ia Benedict,
to keep regular file Of the Herald from the morning
tory OF their parents courtshp and union, and from
the difficulties they encountered be assured Of the
truth Of the old maxim, that the of true love
never did run SMOOTH
The meeting Of ship masters and others on
Thursday evening, upon the conduct Of Consul Trst,
well attended, and the resolutions accepted, the
remarks made, and the universal spirit which pre-
vailed in favor Of immediate action, did henor to the
gentlemen present. A committee were appointed to
correspond with their brother merchants of New
York, embarked in the same cause, endering their
thanks for the zeal manifested Subscription papers
are also to be opened to enable Captain Wendall to
prosecute his suit against Mr.. Trist. For further
particulars must refer ysu to the omcIa report Of
the proceedings OF the meeting. The Boston mer-
chants are anxiously expecting the news by the
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-09-10
[CoNNtu SlCAIIoN,l

90 Ma BESNUrr,-Aliow to correct a statem,nf
which appeared IN your paper Of yesterday the signature
Of 4. g. Marsh.
My brother, Mr. Thomas Jones described BY him az
who arrived this city or three wears
SINCE writing Master with letters patent aud recommends
tons from the Royal Family, with genuine Lnaturesn
MY brother has been IN this city than vEAas
during which time he has been employed in teaching
keeping and although very eeg penman has never put
forth any special prriensions IN that branch
was myss9 houOred with such patronage he aludes 10 In
England and grateful being enabled say that The en-
hbition OF the names aud TESTIMONIALS hs
not prevented from receiving equal degree Of favor ana
encouragement from the American public.
Yours respectfully, W. JONES
Brooklyn, Sept 9, 1889. ,epIOIt.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-09-10


o. Report Of the Committee appointed BIZ The Amer
icdn Institute, ION the comm unicotion of Mr. TAos
Jones, teacher Of the art of Book Keeping at tAe
meeting on the night Of august 3Ofh. 1888
The committee to whom referred the papers
for the consideration Of the Institute would bs.
leave to reports That they have had upos
THIS important subject and have devoted bouT. 10 a.
investigation that they have assisted by MIR Jones h.
has given them clear full Of the study Of boas
plan upon unn'ated m'ads the merit which he
claims a. his
Mr. informs your committee that he has himself far
er years. carried ON business for his account caring
which period he kept l. books of accounts He thu. ads
the advantage q practical experience in trade TO thorough
sesnuhc OF the art he has undertaken teach
His first instruction 10 ,he ubina rup commsuces with
aiccuro wherein he explains he iorm and nature
oi ledger thus most conclusvcy differing erJna
method OF the Schools by usrg that book FIRST which
other teachers cor ihe last
scendy He DEVELOPS tby analysis er cement.
exhibited ledger basis or fun amenai prnc,pes Of
double entry vr the &c different accounts the one
kind Of which he terms defutye accou. because they
.snt tangible property the kind he abstract-
hse two sets of accounts constitute the most remark
counts, usually denomnscd double entry was first prse
used by the Italians. the fourteenth century, a. now
rrasised IN most, not ALL extensive commercial establish
ments throughout thristendom
The introduction Of this ement without doubt wa. rha,
constituted the invention Of double eary upon their init
mate and cqsipouJoratg connection the whole
depends MIR. Jones here claims 20 have made the
thai these twoses Of accounts in the ledger are at I've
histories Of the business transact each TWO rn.
column s,caed debit and credit And he bt M,
between the DR. items and The Cr items OF IN. enc
with the de between the Dr. AID Or ,t,. ~ ,hs oh.
each II these differences being the present worth
and their exact agreement constitutes the balance The boos
And as these two histories made II the aae recors and
a. The VI SIDE q one constitutes tie Cr side the other
follows clearly that Dr. and o. eny required for every
Transaction when fully sa6ed that h pupil u
derstands the foregoing groundwork pun into his hands m
rae, o. ledger forms properly ruled without any
particulars other than the simply both Dr. and r
under the proper title oflhe dill rent accom- The pup pov
pa, 70 test which tass his memory thought normatiop
sa ,"ssn ny Tor he required 70 dcduce Of the
annrs heeirom and ba the This exercise one.
epeasd, constantly varying tho arrangement of varou.
smouh's and distributing them under titles Of accounts.
cannot fail your committee think 10 6s the fo,ma,;a
n'my upon mind Of ordinary intelligence aud certaslv
very ingenious and merii orious idea
When pupil q Sufficiently drilled IN hia LEDGER ,,src,.e
upon t@ he terms the atovc he Requires him
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-09-10
Police Omcc.

Sept -" I'm our young 10 marry yef"-Mary
Ana Brows, a good-ooking yellow w,nch, was
brought before Justice Hopson, to answer the com
plant Of her mamma" coal black negro lady, for
certain acts Of disobedicnce. Now Mary, il seems,
was found IN a naughty place, and as she only
fourteen years and SIX months, her mamma took her
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-09-10

DEAR SrR-A you serious in your PROPOSE
ton t. establish a Sunday School, for the :" news
boysl" Inc proposition Is a noble one, and think.
feasible They are a class much in need Of moral
aud religious instruction, and my feeble services
sh III be devoted 10 the cause, If such project can
CURED.
AsswrR-Certainly, am scrious-and have long
thought oft The only difficulty is how TO begin and
after beginning how to carry il through Sunday
SCHOOL, for the newsbsys must be organised and ma
naged on peculiar principles. The usual mode won't
do with the newsboys.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-09-10

Tim THREE GREAr THEATRES Last NIeur.-
The Park, the National and the Bowery, last night,
were crowded to the ceiling. There has not been
snch night for thearicas since the present has
occupied this island How il was when the Ind ne
mad their theatrical exhibitions, we unable 10 say,
nut presume that they would number 1900 at a
great dance At the Park, Miss Inverarity, Miss
Poole, and Guibelei made a grand hit. The
two ladies' looked most splendid, and sang ex.
ceientiy' AT the National, Charles Ksan was well
received and made some fine points; but he PLAYED
very unsveniy. AT the Bowery, Celeste looked and
felt at home She never played better, and she was
IN high spirits. AT the least calculation there were
10000 persons at all the theatres last night, and thus
"A
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-09-10
u. = 1nar.nni,. once.

William Gage, aud ten other seamen, were arrest-
ed by Quarry, and his assistant, charged with at
tempting to make revolt on board the An,e rican
ship Cabot while the high seas The prisoners
were committed to the house &C detention until thew
could be brought up for examination before one Of
the justices
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-09-10

SEPT. 9-An inquest was held at Peck slip on
the body OF an Englishman named Jose phi Bllbrough
aged so years. 1t appeared that the eccased car
ried on business at No 60 Gold street merchant.
and boarded at the Adelph Hotel On Su day night
he there in his usual state Of health and spirits
but the following morning his body found float
ing in the East River. There being no testimony
adduced to show how the deceased got into the
water the jury returned verdict Of /" found drown
ed
Another was held at the corner Of the Tenth Az
enue and 10th street. on the body Of Jane Benson,
aged years In this case il was proved that on
Saturday the deceased fell into barrel of boiling
swil and was scalded SO badly that she died Sum
day night. Verdict, accidental death.
third inquest was held at the City Hospital, On
the body of illlam Simpson. negro aged IL years,
who was run over by an ice CART as he crossing
Park Row on Monday morning. Verdict accidental
death,