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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

The Lynchburg Virginian of the 9TH inst, says:
1t is known to our readers that in one Of the Ken
lucky Congressional Districts, now represented by
Mr.. Murray, Ga Loco Foco,) there were two Loco
foco candidates, Mr.. Murry and Mr.. Boyd-and
that there was consequently a probability that be-
tween the two, the Wing candidate would sir in.
10 prevent this, by concentrating the Loco Foco
vote, il seems, was deemed an object of sufficient
Importance to procure the honor ola special embas-
~ from Washington city: and John {. Riyes, CO.
editor OF the Globe, was selected as the "enyoytr-
traordiaary" Mr.. Rjyes, it appears, wroie, in
stanter, to both Boyd and Murry, exhoriing them
10 make some arrangement, and stating that the
Administration expects to carry four Congressional
Districts in Kentucky, aud that, if they can do so.
they will have a majority in the next Congress -
and, consequently, (thoughlh this was not added by the
minister plenipo,) the Sub Treasury bill viii be
passed, and, more important still, BLAIR & Rives
will be elected Printers to the House Of Rcpresen.
%tatiYes! The envoy from The Globe Office also in,
formed the rival candidates that he " would yisi,
the District personally beflre The election - and
the last Louisville papers announce the arrival OF
" John Z. Rives" at the Gait House, on his return
to Washington, Gomhis e.ectioneeIing tour! Whe-
Their he had succeeded or not, in inducing one of the
rival candidates to withdraw, was not certainly
known in Louisville but no doubt was entertained
that he had-as, from the Importance OF he object.
o be secured by 1.-THE Sub-Treasury, the Public
Printing and the Speakers Chair,-the envoy was
doubtless authorized to offer q tempting Qonceay
tor the sacrifice. Thus are the government agent,
openly electipreerine and their weapons are bribe.
~ aud coruntiun.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

a BLOODY INDIAN WAR.-1he New York Star
oil The jOth ult,, says:-The Cherokees, who. our
readers VIII recollect have been located by our Co
sefnment IN the Far West, to the number of some
@o'oVo persons, have scarcely got seated in their
ne" MONIES, before a bloody il. osline war has broke
OUT as was anticipated, between the two great fac
uohs under Ross and the late Ridge, into which
they were divided. These factions have existed
iof years, and iatterly their hostility was embitter-
eo py Tue treaty Question leading to their emiera-
uoA, winch one opposed and the other favored
causing as VIII be recollected, much DELAY, and a
ne" ana more favorable modification Of he treaty
ecy the senate, as we'll as the presence Of n large
iofce under Gen. Scott, before the parties could be
removed The Boonyille (Mo.,) Emigraut of the
tith, furnishes n clearer account of these troubles
'han we nave yet seen, and states that since the
murder Of Ridge and Boudlnot, the war has begun
20 rage IN good earnest. The parties came to
piows on the 28th of May, and Ross was slain with
AZ OF ms followers. The same paper saws. now
mat hldge and Ross are both dead, is hoped.
ana believed by many, that Bushyhead, by his great
popularity with his tribe, will yet succeed in efac.
ing a reconciliation between The parties. The
I'lerokees refuse to receive the beef which the con.
tracting agent was furnishing them; and have threa-
tened 10 take his lie, unless be pay them the mon,
ey.
Our Government is likely to have is Lands fun,
IL lhe Tribes IN their new location should get in
vowed IN a general war from the confines Of the
Sabine up to those OF Missouri. We shall have
renearsed all the bloody scenes Of our Indian Dor.
oer CONNECTS which have existed Tor 200 years. and
a miniature OF which is still Leing enacted in the
Florida Territory with circumstances Of marked
atrocity.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
Correspondence Of Baltimore Patriot.
CANAL AND RAIL ROAD.
BERKELEY SPRINGS, w. !

BERKELEY SPRINGS, Vo.
August 5, 1880.
have returned from a tour on the Chesapeake
and Ohio Canal, and the line staked "a for the con-
tinuation Of the Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road to
Cumberland.
The Rail Road is most judiciously located to
save expense, consequently. from tlarper's-Ferry to
Cumberland the work viii be generally light-but
| am apprehensive that half the lettings have been
taken too low. This will cause trouble ON the sec
tons, and trouble to ihe Board. The Chesapeake
and Ohio Canal Is progressing, but more sluggishly
than | could wish. The new board has not yet in.
fused a fresh principle of life into " this superan-
nuated piece of absurdily," as an able Engineer
terms it, in a recent work.
Some pruning is necessary to increase its vitality,
and d greater attention to the interests of the Con-
tractors, come of whom have uniustly been kept
for months and months out of their final estimates,
while the Company has been deriving emolument
from the use OF the portions Of the Canal these men
constructed. Speaking of ontractors, there is like
~ to be a serious strike" among them on the Ca.
nal, near Fifteen Mile Creek-for they have com
bined and memorialised the Board to have their
work re-meaSured and re-calcuiQtcd. as they pro.
fess to have discovered (and offer proof that some
OF their estimates lave been "doctored." Let the
Board pay an early attention TO this, or the work
may possibly be abandoned.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

Mi. VAN buren, AND Gov. CLINTON The gen.
orally received opinion that Mr.. VAN BUREs was
guilty of very disingenuous and harsh treatment to.
wards DE Witt CLGNToS derives grea, strength
from the ~suhioined anecdote wnirh we find in A
letter from the Saratoga correspondent of the New
York Times. After narrating the particulars of
Mr.. VAN BuREN's reception, it proceeds:
The President having been fairly installed, he
began to play the courtier. After giving audience
to some expectants, he saw at a short distance in
the public saloon the widow Of the late Governor
Clinton. Instantly leaving his company be rushed
through the crowd with impreS8meNt 10 offer his
hand. The lady drew herself up to one Of her firm
est and loftiest attitudes, and bent upon him a coun-
tenance of disdain and contempt, rejected the pro-
terfed hand, and turned with Indignation, as iffron
pollution itself, from the man who had reviled and
persecuted her husband daring his life. This in
dignant rebuke " and cut direct" did not change lie
smile on his impurtuFable countenance. The lady
was heard to say as she left the room IL speak
to the--who persecuted my husband to the day of
his death y
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

The Army ard Navy Chronicle states that the
Secretary Of War, who left Washington on Thurs
day last for the North, viii stop at Cstiaraugus,
where he Is to hold a treaty with the Indian tribe
in that vicinity. At Saratoga Springs, be will join
the President Of the United States, and they in com
pany viii make a tour over Lakes Ontario and Erie,
: far as Detroit-and possibly to Sauit st. Maria.
aisjar l. CooPER, Assistant Adjutant General, is
sepibg Secretary of War.
From the same paper we learn that Commodore
j. CHAuscEY acts as Secretary Of the Navy du-
ring the absence Of Mr.. PAuLDISo, who is on a Wis.
1t 70 New York.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
COMMISSIONERS SALE
OF G-AIlLLlAIlNE LANDS


AN Monday, the OH day of September, 1889,
" (being Court-day) | shall offer for sale. at
public auction, before the door ofthe Court. House.
N Alartinsburg, the following tracts or parcels Of
Land, lying in this County.
One tract of 40 Acres, B Foods and 90
Poles,-being the same which Samuel Jack con.
veyed 10 Isaac Jack in his life time-and one other
tract of43 Acres and 1 Rood, which was con.
veyed to Isaac by his brother George N. Jack.
The tracts will be cryed of separately, and win
be sold in the gross and neat by the acro-that is
to say, the purchaser will be required to take the
tracts Tor the quantity stated in the former deeds,
which | believe to be correct.
1Ae terms Of sale, az fixed by the decree of the
Circuit Court, are, one-third of the purchase money
IN cash; one-third in nine months and one-third
IN eighteen months from the day ofsale. The pur-
chaser giving good personal security, and a lien up.
on the lands for the deferred payments.
ID. Fl. CONRAD,
August 10, I639.-4w Spefi0i Com.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
Notice.

'tlOoh persons who gave their notes at the
SAFE OF the property Of Samuel Roberts's heirs
"a november LAST, are hereby notified that those
9,a,uis are no" due and payable. l have been ap.
Polu.eu Tue agent for the collection OF them, and il
a Soe my duty to inform all who are indebted as
their notes, | shall be compelled to ppt them in ."i,
without respect to persons.
August Is. l339.-3t.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

he Staunton Spectator dominates Thomas w.
Gilmet, Esq, as a suitable person for the next Co
vernon OF Virginia. Tho Editor, after a very com
Pftmenlary, and we doubt not just review of Mr..
Giimer's public course, remarks: Mr.. Gilmer is
a stauneh Wing and, though called an lmpracti-
cable, we are pleased to learn is prepared to give
his support to the nominee Of the National Conven-
ton, IN opposition to Mr.. Van Buren,, whether it be
Clay Harrison, or any o,her good aud Iue Nhig.'
-Lyackburg Etrgi1isn.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

JAMAicA.-We make extracts from he lately re-
celyed Jamaica papers showing the effect of the abb
clifton act in jamaica. The result will doubtless
DC the abandonment Ofthe Island to the blacks, as in
the case of ST. Domingo. 1t will not diminish
slavery but must increase its seventies, by exohan-
S'ns the gradually ame'iorating condition of the
horrors under hlack nnes.-GLh
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
O'NEELHfS

NfiE innumerable and increasing demand for
= this useful and efficient Medicine, renders II
Impossible Tor the proprietor TO furnish all demands
lie however has been able to furnish a few bottles
Tor the benefit Of the afflicted of this neieborbood
which may be bad if immediate application he
made at Store Of Burns & Seibert, where numerous
certificates OF the efficacy of the Medicine may be
seen. ~
August Is. 1939.-tf
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
ESUEsEEC SALE

OF PERSONAL PROPERTY.
EATlLL be sold by the subscriber, at his resi-.
v dence about one mile southeast of Martins
burg, on Tuesday, tie 9Th inst, all his personal
estate, consisting of
Mich Cors, young Cattle, and Hogs;
EARNING UTENSILS,
such as PioNghs, Harrows, Wheat. Fan,
Cuthng-Bor Grindstone, &c; also,
0 Gears.
HOUSEHOLD {. KITCEN FURNITURE
OF every description, such as Tables, Chairs, Blu
reaux, TWO Stoves-one a template Stove, the other
a six-plate; Bedsteads, Beds and Bedding; Pos
and kettles-one of which ! is a fine copper Kettle ;
together with a large variety of articles useful and
necessary on a farm.
Terms.-On all sums over S. nine months credit
will be given upon the purchaser giving bond and
good security: on all sums of S., and under. the
cash will be required.
JOHN PAINTER.
August IS, l339.-2w
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

The HoRsET-AeAis.-Ihe Army and Navy
Chronicle says IAN absurd story has obtained
general circulation, founded on a ieaef from Wash
Iuston, published originally in the Charleston Cour-
er, and copied extensively into other papers. The
amount Of the story is, that an individual in Wash
lngton has offered TO make disclosures in consider
ation Of a pecuniary compensation for himself and
pardon for d friend, that the Hornet survived the
gale in which she is generally believed TO have been
lost, and was subsequently destroyed by c~onspira-
tors, bribed by a foreign government! 1t requires
a wonderful degree Of credulity to attach the slight
est credence TO SO absurd a tale.
That there Is an ind iyidual Ia Washington who
has pretended to make such disclosures ia true O.
nough bat that any faith vas placed in his pre-
tended story, or that it has led to frequent and
long deliberations" IS utterly untrue. The indiyid-
ual in question has been convicted Of a criminal Of
fence, and probably hoped 10 escape punishment by
pretended revelations OF the fate Of a gallant vessel
and crew, which must remain shrouded in mystery
until the day ofjudgement. The subject has never
been officially before the Navy Board, and only once
formed the topic OF few moments conversation. but
was dismissed as unworthy Of a serious thought.
1t is the opinion Of all nayal officers with whom
we have conversed, that the Hornet foundered in
the gale which it is known she and other vessels en-
c%ountered in the Gulfof Mexico, in September,
1879; and any other attempt to account for her
loss can only neediessly harrow the feelings Of sur
yiying relatives.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

bGELLiNG-As a sign OF the onward march OF
healthiuI public opinion, in reference to the dnelling
system OF the present day, it may be mentioned,
that a public meeting has been called in Natchez.
with a sIew tothe formation Of an anti-dnellipg so.
ciety and that in a notice ofthe design, it is heart
Wy commended by the New Orleans Bulletin. which
paper suggests the general utility Of such societies
GOOD might undoubtedly often be done, and evil
prevented, by the discreet action ofsuch associa-
uons, " Blessed are the peace makers" under all
possible circumstances.-BaH. Pat.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

The New York Star copies from the "Lnndon
st. james Chronicle" an article which predicts
that this country 10 fast becoming, under It's present
management, an oligatchy-and that in cornpara-
lively a short period, the people will cheerfully
consent to its being a limited monarchy" The ar
tiele concludes with gravely prognostieating that
"as Mr.. Van Bpren has a son or two, be will proba.
bly, establish a sound and useful dynasty" An a
mistake. The only dynasty Mr.. Van Buren, can
ever look to, was established for him bv Gen. Jack
son., and will end when he retires to Kindcrhpok /;
let that be sooner or later. As for the limited
monarchy" spoken Of that viii never be--because,
with US, names arc things. But, a limited monarchy
in name, is not as bad or as dangerous as a political
desPotism in practice. The people may be cheated
with republican forms lorg after the spirit Of de-
mocracy shall have been driven from among them.
1t will be the game of all demagogues and tyrants
in this country, hereafter. to profess to go for "the
largest liberty" These professions when analy-
sed, will be found TO mean, the "~lareest liberty"
for themselves to fatten upon the public spoils, and
drive those, whose servants they say they are
ALeI. Gaz.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

ID ESPECTFULLY announces to the .H
IA and Gentlemen Of Martinsburg and its $50
", that the above celebrated establishment, aim aim
Martinsburg, with their fine collection of aMt
MAILS, and beautiful Stud Of HORSES. aud ean
pany Of Equestrians, who stand unrivslled in ~
profession, on Thursday, august 29tA. for ons aa
only.
Hours of exhibition from ! to S o'clock, p. NJ
Abundance so cents. Children and See.
half price. aAs
The scenes in the circle viii present a yar;o,.
new and interesting feats OF Horsemansb;r
other varied scenes Of amusements, and Eouss,rtau1
exercises, which, together with their fine collsc,;s-
Of living Animals, viii afford a rich and rsra ,,aNa
to the naturalist and lover of Equestrian and C.s
nastic exercises. The Manager pledges b;n.a,r
that there shall be nothing wanting on bis mar,
render the Exhibition both agreeable and ;n,a.,a"
ting. Also that there shall be nothing in,yodo"as
in the performance tnat can offend The ear *, ~
most fastidious; but the whole will be cond,.,.s
with the utmost order and decorum. Commodiooa
seats will De erected for the accommodation ofy;.;
tiers. Ladies and Juvenile visitors ALWAYS bavs u.
preference. For a list Of the Animals conta;ned :
the Menagerie, see bills at the Hotels.
There will be an exhibition, at the same time ,nd
place, OF the rare specimen of the fine arts Il.
richest variety and most extensive collection. -
PAIN 9IM @S
ever offered to an American public, representa-,
Burning Mountains. ConRagrations, Bat.
ties, Landscapes, Waterfalls, Cities.
Buildings, Shipmrecks, &c.
In addition to the paintings there will be exhibited
a collect on of Asiatic S~erpents, Consisting Of ,bs
immense Anaconda, or Terror of Ceylon; the Re-,
Constructor, or Strargling Serpent Of Java; The
f'mboo' or Python from Madras; the Amphis Bae.
ma, or connecting link between the Serpept ma
Worm.
Admission % cents. Entranee to this splendid
Exhibition from the inside Of the Menagerie.
The Proprietors of this splendid Exhibition re..
p~eettuliy announce to the public that they have pur.
chased a fine specimen of the
Giraffe or Canelopard.
Il IS daily expected to join the Company. When
1t arrives 1t will be exhibited with the Menaeeris
and Circus, and no eztra charge.
J. L. RAY,
Husust = Ioo9,-ot agent
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

The Globe says that the late Treasurer Of the U.
states was removed on account of being occasiona-
y absent from his office from sickness. If this be
me case The President should dismiss nearly alt his
gAo'7ft' and the peoi le should dismiss the Pres.
"enl tor heirg abs NJ on electioneering campaigns.
-GeOreeferR Adrocofe
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

Gov. SEWARD, on the application of Michael Gil
bride, a Catholic priest, asking 10 Be omitted stone
70 the Jail Of Lewis county, to receive the confess
sion Of Lawrence Nearby, a criminal under SEN
tence Of death, Instructed the Sheriff TO comply with
the request; on the ground that secret confession is
an essential in the Catholic religion, and that 10 de.
ny IL would be a violation Of religious liberty. The
jaiior had declined uader the general provision Of
law that no criminal under sentence ofdeath should
hold a conversation with a visiter except in the
presence ofan officer. We presume few will doubt
the correctness Of the Governors decision.-Nev
YORKER.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

GENERAL JAcKsoNt-A Nashville letter of the
10th says:-"Ih e old gentleman set out for tie Her
miiage last evening, after spending Two days in the
cry Ills health appears good; his bodyis feeble !;
bis mind WHOLLY unimnairndn
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
EEerrisag, SAad ~ &0Ig.

have just received, and offer for sale, neat
M and gross Herring-no. !; prime no. | Shad
q A. and Fine Salt. j. w. ROYD
August Is, 1899.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

Mr.. Van Buren, is but a shallow Of Gen. .Jaclss op
Va. Statesman.
And we must say, that the old General casts a
smaller shadow than any other grown man that we
nave esor seen OF heard Of in all our lives.-Louis-
ellie Journal.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
LUNBERU

yENHE subscriber has on hand a few thousand
IA feet of LUMBER, which he will sell low
tor cash. He has likewise made arrangements
with Colston & Darby, by which he is prepared to
furnish stuff of any dimension that may be wanted.
7. B~ROIDRICK.
August Is. 1887
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

The Alexandria Gazette says:-It is understood
we believe, that the question Of removing the Office
OF the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal COMPANY, from
Washington, is, for the present, to be drdpped.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15

a patent has been secured in France far SAVING
boots and shoes with brass wire. Ills said ,haf
tney DO not admit moisture, nor dust. nor do thew
up When eve nthis manner. The sewing ia done
WIN as much ease as with a wax thread, nor is il
more expensive.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
ADVERTISING MEMORANDA.

oaio' to-day, at the residence of the subscriber.
: miles west OF Marlinsburg, Of Personal Property,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-15
Extracts from the correspondence Of the National;
Intelligence.
Nav YoRK. Apeu

Nav YORK, August 7.
The Collector Of the Port makes his own demos
ties, has his own custody Of The public money. md
Is a Sub Treasury to oil inteD,s and purposes, ex
cept that he has no vaults of his own, and uses the
vaults Of the banks for security, Just as It has been
stated Mr.. Van buren, used bank vaults for the
security OF his plate when ho left Washington.
iou Will see IN the newspapers an anecdofa res.
Pecting Mrs. CLINTON, (the widow of De WITr
CLISToS) and Mr.. VAN Buren,, al Saratoga
Springs, which is generally believed to be correct.
and which is not denied. II occasions a good deal
oil laik, and re-opens in New York oil associations.
lhere IS an immense crowd Of people at Sarato.
e. springs, and the expected meeting Of Sir. VAN
buren, and Mr.. CLAY has brought d good man,
more there who wish TO see tie rival houses. l.
will hardly be possible to suppress a pret.y decide
mantle station of feeling when Mi. CLAy. reacbs.
there. Mr.. VAN buren,, it is stated in a BrG,lo
paper, is going back to Washington via Bo,hssrer
and Buffalo, and Mr.. CLAY, it is supposed, (bu,
Know nothing of it for a fact,) will make his way
homewafd via New York city aud the Virginia
springs.
The weather here is hot, and the air very pad
A great quantity of our Citizens are of. but the va
cunm is filed by strangers. The city is healthy
and there are no signs of epidemic disease. The
fall trade opens slowly. The past rise in flour is
sustained.
New York, August 8.
Our money market continues in d bad way
There is no relief, but really a severe pressure Just
Low. One hundred thousand dollars in Treasury
Rotea have been recently deposited in a Savings
Baak in this city, ms a pledge on which 10 borrow