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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26
From the Ne,v York Star.

One TERM.-It is understood that General
Harrison has stated distinctly, that if elect
ed, he would serve but one term. There ia
more importance in this determination than
many would suppose. One Presidential
term, we believe, would be the salvation OF
this country and lift cannot be produced by
an amendment to the constitution, it must be
founded on the declarations of the candidates
themselves. The first four years of the Pre-
sldents term have, within the last twelve
years, been devoted to secure reelection for
another term-and the country is sacrificed to
secure s.,c that object the Union becomes po-
litlcal arena, and public happiness! Is sacrificed
at the shrine of popular favouE-tho resources
OF the country are squandered for clectioneer-
ing purposes, and the President hirnsal! loses
his character for independence and integrity.
The cry every where should be one tern,~-one
term only.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26
MISSOURI AND IOWA-wo

MISSOURI AND IOWA.-Wc learn
from the st. Louis Republican that Major
General Wilcock, of the 4th Division of Mis-
souri, Militia, having received official intel
llgence that the Sheriff of Clark county. in
that State. had been arrested, whilst execut-
ing some legal process under the authority of
Missouri, within the disputed territory. and
was committed to prison by the authorities of
Iowa, has marched with portion of his for
ces to his release. In the meantime to make
assurance doubly sure, as well as to obey the
general order to the Governor of Missouri. re-
curing him to support and protect the civil
officers OF Clark county in the discharge of
their duties within the disputed territory. he
has required the generals commanding the
iith, 18th and 18th Divisions to hold a Dor
ton Of their respective commands in readi-
ness to march at a moments warning. In
pursuance Of this order, we understand that
troops in st. Charles, Lincoln, Pike, Rails
and probably some other counties are await
ing orders to march to the disputed territory.
if their services are needed.
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Iphig Misunderstanding Unaniniiy-
Cheering Signs.


Cheering Signs.
The Harrisburg nominations ''go it with
perfect looseness," Ito use an expressive flash
phrase.) East, North and West, they are
greeted with most cordial welcome. I'm
mense meetings of the people have been held
In Pennsylvania, New y ork and other States,
at which the most enthusiastic and encouar-
ging resolutions were adopted. When the
intelligence reached Poughkcepsic, the flour
ishing little village where Senator Tallmadge
resides, a meeting of tpeire hundred assem-
bled upon the instant and vowed the most
Jealous and determined support to the ticket.
Mr.. Tallmadge addressed the meeting in the
most animating strains. In the interior of
Pennsylvania, among the honest yeomanry,
the name of Harrison works like d charm, be-
fore which party ties disappear, and there is
one great rising of the People, in support of
the Hero and the Patriot. In the great West,
the signs warrant the confident belief that the
"era of good feelings is about to be restored,
and that, save the Government Land Agents
and their immediate dependents, there will
exist but one party throughout that populous
and furnishing region.
The signs inspire greater confidence in the
Wings of this section, than Wing hearts
have known for many years. 1t is evident
the people are rising. and coming to the res
cue-They are wearied of the wretched inn
becility, the prodigality and corruption of the
present rulers-They are shocked and alarm
ed by the monstrous effort now making by the
Federal Executive to obtain the ascendancy
IN the National Legislature. by DISTINGUISHING
one of the Sovereign members of the Con-
federacy. There is union, perfect and com
plete, pervading every branch of the Oppo-
sition Party of the Country. The Wings
now move in solid and unbroken column
Every effort of every member directed to a
common end will TELL towards the attain
Hent of the grand result. This union will
beget zeal and inspire confidence; and the
faction in possession of the Government
will be Frustrated by an abused and indig-
nant peop!e.-WnIG.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

" we hail with pleasure the proposal of
our talented friend, JoHN. S. GALLAHER, ESQ.
to publish weekly paper in the city ofRich-
mond,to advocate the claims Of the illustrious
HARRISON, at SO cheap rate as to place
1t within the means of every voter in the
Commonwealth. His prospectus will be
found in our advertising columns. We trust
that County Committees will see the impor-
lance OF promptly seconding this patriotic en-
terprlze. Nothing is wanting but liberal DIFF
fusion of light and information among the
people to ensure to us one of the most signal
triumphs that has ever blest the hopes and ex-
ertions ofpatriots.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26
INGRATTTUDE OF THE REPUBLIC

Chevalier, an enlightened French traveller,
who published book of interesting letters
about our country, observed that the adaee
That "RepublIcs are ungrateful,' was album
dainty realized in the us. He refers to Mr.
Gallatin, who, after having grown old in the
service OF the country after having been forty
years legislator, member of the Cabinet, a
Minister abroad, after having taken part in
many wise and good measure of the Federal
Government, was dismissed without any pro.
VISION, and would have terminated his life in
poverty, had not his friends given him the Of
lice ne holds; to Mr.. Jefferson, and to Mr..
Monroe, one of whom was reduced to the ne
cessity OF asking permission OF the Virginia
Legislature to dispose of his real estate, by
LOTTERY, and the other constrained to implore
the compassion Of Congress.
AS another instance of national Injustice. he
was struck with the case Of General Harrison
Chevalier encountered that gentleman at Gin
clnnati, and gives the following comment:
IL had observed at the hotel, man of a.
bout the medium height, stout and muscular,
and OF about the age of sixty years, yet with
the active step and lively air of youth. had
been struck with his open and cheerful ex-
PressIon, the amcnity of his manners and
certain air of command, which appeared
through his plain dress. That is, (said nv
friend.) General Harrison, Clerk of the Gin
clnnaLl Court of Common Pleas what !,
General Harrison of Tippecanoe and the
Thames THE same the ex-general, the
conqueror of Tecumseh and Proctor; the a.
yenger OF our disasters on the Raisin and at
Detroit, the ex-governor of the Territory of
Indiana, the ex-senator in Congress, the ex-
minister of the United States to one of the
South American Republics. He has grown
old in the service of his country, he has pas
scd twenty years of his life in those fierce
wars with Indians, in which there was less
glory to be won, but more dangers to be en-
countered than at Rivoii and Austerlitz. He
isnow poor, with a numerous family, neglec-
ted by the Federal Government, although vet
vigorous, because he had the independence
to think for himself.
As the opposition is in the minority here,
his friends have bethought themselves of
coming to his relief by removing the Clerk of
the Common Pleas, who was Jackson man.
and giving him the place, which is lucrative
one, as sort ofretiring pension. His friends
III the East talk Of making him President of
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

The Md Treatment ofthe Insane.- Young
lady, patient in the Worcester ASYLUM.
(Mass.) now partially restored, thus writes of
the pleasant manner in which the cveninu Of
Thanksgiving day was passed at that Insti,u-
ton -
we had our tea at the usual hour: asi.,r
which, notice was given us to prepare for Il
uahce-and at & O'Clock, the company beuan
10 assemble in one of the halls occupied. bv
the patients; DIR. Woodward and family. MI
ana Mrs. Ellis, (our Steward and NIatron.N
patients from different parts of the building,
win their attendants-in all, / should thinI,
about one hundred then followed two mus;'
cians belonging to the institution-and the
dancing commenced, DR.. Chandler actinp rs
manager, and meriting our thanks for his as.
slstance, and for the interest he manifested in
our evenings amusement. Every thing was
conducted with order, and general satisfac-
ton was pictured on every face. At nine o.
clock we had retired to our apartments-all.
hope, to return thanks to the Givcr ofall. that
SO good home, and such kind friends arc pro-
ylded for Is-that though we are afflicted, we
have much to enjoy.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

1--WE take great pleasure in complying
with the request which has been made of us
to publish the Introductory Lecture delivered
by Judge THOMPSON to his Law Glass. It is
nigh intellectual treat, and is especially
worthy the careful perusal of all young men,
whatever may be their business or pursuit,
tor Its excellent counscls and noble incentives.
to proper and diligent preparation for the
active duties of life. Youth is the glorious
seed-tlme of usefulness, responsibility and
honor, and he who dissipates its golden mo-
ments in idleness, frivolity or vicious indul-
gences, squanders treasure which leaves
him poor indeed. We would say to all our
young friends, then, in publishing this lee
ture-"Take heed how we hcar'' "whatsoe-
yer man soweth that also shall he reap.''
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26
From the Ne,c York Star.

SiR:-Perceiving that the New Era has
commenced an assault upon the patriot Har-
rison, in relation TO the affair of Col. Croghan,
l would merely suggest to the Editor of that
paper to make himself acquainted with the
history of (his y country, before he ventures
to write himselfagain am ignoramus.
Col. Croghan being left in command ofFort
Stephenson, with small garrison, and the
post being untenable against heavy artillery,
Gen. Harrison ordered him to retreat in time.
II the enemy should approach him in force.
This was the dictate of experience and of true
policy. This order reaching Col. Croghan
too late to be executed in consequence of the
messengers losing their way, he determined
to maintain the post until further orders. The
effort was crowned with success.
The enemies of Gen'l. Harrison have said
that he should Immediately have advanced to
the relief of Fort Stephenson. but this was not
to be thought of for the following reasons:
l. Gen. Harrison had but 500 effective men
with him at Seneca-town.
=. ltwould have been madness to have
moved forward against superior force.
3. He would have been obliged to leave his
sick, $50 in number, behind him, without pro-
tcction, while his flank and rear We're menac-
cd by 1000 Indians under Tecumseh.
a. The Ohio volunteers, coming I'D in
Hiidii SqudGS, would nave been left without a
railylng point, and would have been DESTROY
ed in detail, while he was hopelessly combat
ing with superior force in front
5. Gen. Cass, (now Minister to France, J
and thirteen other officers, confirmed the opin-
ions of Gen. Harrison, and declared his course
to he ''dictated by military WISDOM They
declared, also, that his measures met their most
deliberate appreciation, and merited that of his
country.
6. Col. Croghan himself, in an elegantlet-
ter, indicated his commander, and his claims
to the character of 'skeen penetration and able
generalship." He recapituated the circum-
stances attending the investment of the fort
expressed his warm attachment to, and entire
confidence in, the General, and said she desir-
ed no plassdits BESTOWED upon him at his e.
pense.'
The truth is, there is no part of General
f1anison's military career so perfectly clear
so entirely correct-or so eminent for saeaci-
ty, as this, and any attempt to falsify history,
or decry his services, will reactupon the heads
ofthose Tory Editors, with tenfoid force, WHO
dare attempt it.
The democracy ofthis country are not to be
turned from their appreciation of the last war,
nor be brought to censure a man, who never
deceived the people, and never lost battle.
Yours,
n Democrat Of lie old School,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26
SPECTATOR.
One Presidential Itrm.-Diminufion of Ere
cutire Electromagnetic eirenehn'en q Reform.
FOR PRESIDENT.
Gen. VIM. Henry Harrison j,
OF OHIO.
FOR VICE PRESIDENT.
John Tyler,
OF VIRGINIA.
WHO is GEN. HARRISON ,
Col. Johnson said, lin Congress y

O0f' 1VIirfSor SiISk' Irtf N'VrrSrtSS.J
"Who is Gen. Harrisonl The son of one
Of the signers Of the Declaration Of Indepen-
dence, who spent the greater part of his large
fortune in Iedeeming the pledge he then gave,
Of his fortune, life, and sacred HONOR to Sc
cure the liberties of his country.
"Of the career of Gen. HarrisonI need not
history Of the he h West is his hs
with its interests, its perils, and its hopes.
Universally beloved II, the walks Of peace,
and distinguished by his ability in the coun-
ellis of his country, he has been yet more il
lustriously distinguished in the field.
During the late war, he was longer in nc
two service than any other General Officer
he was perhaps oftencr in action than any
one of thcm and never sustained defeat"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

~ The proceedings of our State Legisla-
ture, for the past week, have been chiefly of a
local nature, possessing no interest to our rea-
ders, and thereforewe have not thought worth
while to incumber our columns with them.
The Committee ofPrivileges and Elections
report In the case of the Marshall contested
election, that the polls should stand thus
Gilbert J. Caldwell 2s5, John Scott s7s-and
that ElbertJ. Caldwell (the contesting mem
ber) "was duly elected to represent the county
OF Marshall In the present Fl. of Delegates
A proposition to compensate Jurors has been
introduced by Mr.. Ramay of Loudoun.
The whole subject of Banking, il seems, is
again to be discussed before the Legislature.
A number of resolutions, with view to en-
curry and reform, have been referred to the
appropriate committee.
The Norfolk borough contested election
was sent back to the people by the House of
Delegates, and Thursday last was fixed by
the Speaker for the new election.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

1.-THE old Hero of Tippecanoe is likely
to have nick-namcs enough bestowed upon
him by his adversaries. He is "Me antedih.-
ran candidate" says one-he is ssMc Hard
Cider and Log Cabin candidate,'' says another.
Very wcll-very well, gentlemen; we did not
expect that the plain, old fashioned Republic
canism of Gen. HARRISON would be palatablc
to ''silk-stocking Democrats and the more
the fact is made known to the people the bet
ter it will be for us.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26
/:
TUESDAY, DECEMBER "a, 1889.

u We anticipate the usual time of the
publication of our paper, in order to afford the
hands In our office an opportunity to join
in the pastimes and festivities of the sea-
son. As the example is set by grave Legis-
iators' the custom may be supposed TO have
something of the authority of law-and there
fore they might consider it wrong to be denied
the privilege gifts observance.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26
THE HoLIDAYs-yIRelNIA LEGISLATURES.

The HoLIDAYs-VrRGINIA LEGISLATURE.
The Senate adjourned on Saturday, the
18th, with the consent of the House of Dele
gates, till the Sd day of January. On the
same day, the House resolved, with the con-
sent OF the Senate, to take recess from the
9th till the 3Oth Of December.
An attempt was made by Mr.. McCuE, of
Augusta, on the following Monday, to obtain
a reconsideration of the latter vote, which
led to long discussion-but the Senate hav-
ing adjourned, and its concurrence in the reso-
luton having been asked and obtained, the
conclusion of the whole matter was that the
House, er necessitafe, must take its play ac-
cording to agreement. In truth, it is of little
consequence whether the Legislature formal
ly agrees to take recess during the holidays
or not-lt can scarcely keep quorum during
their continuance, and no business of impor-
lance is ever done in them.
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to resist further, and said he would with
draw his resolution. AS for the public bu-
slness, however, he remarked the response
biiity for its delay and neglect was on those
who resisted the Constitution. Mr.. Wise
then withdrew his resolution, and the pre-
vious question was called for; but Mr.. John
son, of Md, demanded the point of order.
which he had raised during the day, namely.
that the Speaker was bound by the Constitu-
ton to swear in the New Jersey members.
and entered at large into its discussion. He
contended that the demand they had made
to be sworn in-thcir appearing at the bar
OF the House with their certificates of cleo
ton In their hands, placed the Speaker in a
position from which he could not escape.
This Is the latest intelligence we have re-
celved, up to the time of closing our paper,
owing to failure of the Mail.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26
HOUSE OF DELEGATES.
FRIDAY, Dec. 20, 1880.
Petitions were presented

Petitions were presented
BY Mr.. Southall, from citizens of Scots
VILE, AlbemaTle, buckingham, &c. for the lo-
cation of a Branch Bank or Agency 81 the
Exchange Bank or Bank of Virginia at Scots
vile.
The Speaker laid before tho House a COM
municaticn from Josiah Holleman, President
ct the Board of Principal Assessors, cnclo-
sing the following resolution of the said
Board:
"RcsoiUed, That the report made, and the
accompanying papers, returned by the COM
mlttee appointed to examine the charters of
JOINT stock and other incorporated companies
OF this Commonwealth, be laid before the
General Assembly OF. Virginia, now in scs-
sion, In order that such amendatory or explain.
atory legislation may be had in regard to said
charters as may be deemed necessary"
The report and papers above referred to, ac-
companied the communication.
On motion Of Mr.. DorInan, laid or the ia
bic and ordered to be printed.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

The new Speaker of the House. of Repre-
sentatives, Mr.. HUNTER, is of the Virginia
delegation, and is adecided Wing in politics,
though favouring the Sub-Treasury on prin-
ciples such as Mr.. Calhoun advocates. He
Is gentleman of fine talents, high personal
honor, and strict integrity, and probably the
youngest man that has ever filled the chair of
the House.
The following handsome compliment is
paid to MIR. HUNTER by the veteran editors
OF the National Intelligencer
1t is gratifying to discover that not onlv has
SPEAKER been chosen for the HOUSE OF REP
hEsENTATivEs, but the gentleman appointed
to discharge the high functions of that Office
possesses qualifications the knowledge Of
which his retiring disposition had hitherto
confined to his personal friends and intimates.
Among the qualities which he exhibited YES
tcrday are a ready judgment, dignifed de-
pertinent, and commanding voice. To
those who will take the trouble to read tho
brief Address delivered by him Yesterday on
taking the Chair, it will be no less apparent
that good taste Is united in this gentleman
with a truly constitutional spirit and wise
discretion. In view of these thinps. we
must be permitted again to congratulate the
country that the House of Representatives
has elected Speaker SO worthy ofits choice.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

n ~hrg Jubilee at Defroit-Thc wings of
Detroit gloriously celebrated on the s5th the
Wing triumphs of that State Mr.. Levi Cook
presided and there were 500 guests. Sample
of the toasts:
the STATE Of Michigan. have met the
enemy and they are ours
Neac York.-Iier third s.sober thouobt- q.
vinces that she ,OiH be free.
1Ae Retormers Of '76, and Refoymers ererv
''hcre.-Iheir cause always was and ever will
be, that of the people.
BY n. w. Brooks.-Gen. VIM. IT. Harri-
son.-Thc farmer Of North Bend the hero Of
Tippecanoe and the Thames, his history is TN,
history of the great West. Ia the political
campaign OF 1910 may he be our Wcllineton
at Waterloo.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

hENrucKl'-The Albany Evening Journal,
speaking of the nomination at HARRISBURG
says -
neutrality-suspicious. Kentucky the
greenest spot in the wide domain ofFreedom.
whose Republican watch-fires ever barn
brightest and highest, was the first State to
devote herself, with all the enthusi asm for
which She is distinguished, to the support Of
VIM. ii. HARRISON, whose services were as
highly appreciated and whose fame was az
dear to them az that Of the illustrious States
man-their own favorite Son-whom thew
surrendered. Governor Metcalf, in speech
which thrilled the Convention, said that in
exchanging Clay for Harrison, he only step
pea aside from one old and cherished friend
to another-and that other man who bad
rendered more public service, for which bc
mad been worse paid, than any of our surviy-
ing Patriots.''
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

Dispute BErwEeN Missouri AND Iowa.
The cause of the dispute between Missouri
and Iowa arises from the fact of there being
two rapids called the Des Moines; one On the
Des Moines River, and the other below its
mouth on the Mississippi; one Of these the
northern boundary line of Missouri. The
latter claims the higher rapids in the Des
MONIES as its true limit-Iowa looks farther
south, and insists upon the lower mark. The
authorities on both sides seem determined to
maintain their respective claims at all hazard.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

The Wings of Philadelphia had an over
"helming and enthusiastic meeting in re-
spouse to the nominations at Harrisburg.
Col. Swift, mayor, and one of the celebrates.
presided. Among others the meeting was ell
oquently addressed by Col. Combs, Ken
lucky delegate, and an intimate friend of Mr..
Clay The determination to support Harri-
son and Tyler was unanimous.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

" The papers at the North, until within
eight or ten days past, have spoken of the un-
usually mild weather experienced there
while with us it has been Of remarkable seve-
rity. The first snow fell in the city of New
York on Sunday the 18th, but the weather was
so very mild that it did not lie on the ground
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

~" The people of Louisa county have in
structcd their delegate, Mr.. Lipscomb, to vote
for Mr.. Rives, or some other opponent of the
Sub-Treasury, as Senator of tho United
States.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

~ The following was the result of the
first days voting at the special election of a
delegate for the borough of Norfolk-AlIyn
259, Cunningham 252. The polls were to
be kept open three days.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

A heavy north west gale was experienced
on the Massachusetts coast on Sunday night,
the 18th, and on the following day, which
caused serius destruction Of life ard prop
erty.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-12-26

Thomas w. Gilmcr, Esq, declines a re-
election to the next Legislature. He also
declines being run for Governor.