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The Polynesian., 1840-06-20
Vol. 1.-NO. 2.

| ' VIZ ooWettWeS SullIy VI
when taken by surprise or their admira.
ton particularly excited. Arrived on
board, offered him supper; salt Junk he
could not fancy, but tea and bread SEEM
cd to be liked particularly we'll. Some
cigars and manufactured tobacco were
then presented to him, which he gladly
accepted, and Immediately commenced
smoking.
At 8 the next morning we got under
weigh; stood for Cape Possession. Soon
after this we discovered the tribe of In.
dians all mounted on horseback, riding
along the beach towards the place opposite
the anchorage just left. As soon as we
were discovered, they wheeled round
and continued TO advance along the shore
parallel to us, and making signs the
while, of their wishes for US to anchor.
The favorable slant of wind however
forbid us gratifying them.
We sailed along thus for sometime.
and being not more than mile from the
shore, we had distinct view of these
children of nature; men of whom we had
read SO much in the journals of the
early voyagers to this wild and inhos-
ptable region-men whom Magellan CALL
ed Giants. There were about eighty
persons;-each one mounted on horse
back, and the whole party followed by
about three hundred barking and yelping
dogs. We could distinguish no women
in the party, though our Indian passenger
said there were several. The chief "St.
John," was pointed out to us. He, as
well as the generality Of the persons COM
posing his tribe, appeared to be of rather
large stature, and stout framed-but I
saw no giants Or any one except our pas
senger approaching to the size inferred
by that name. The race of the Pataco.
mans must have degenerated in size verv
much since the days of the early Spanish
navigators, or else the writer's must have
told ''romance."
Having arrived abreast of Cape Possess
sion, and the favorable slant of wind
still continuing, Judged it most prudent
to land our Indian and to continue orr
progress through the Straits without loss
of time. Standing with the vessel close
in to the shore, the Indian was put into
the boat. The second mate with two men
being in her armed and sent under strict
charge not to land-it being an object
with me not to put ourselves needlessly in
to the power of the Indians, there being
no inducement Of sufficient magnitude to
Justify it. The disposition of these In
dlans had certainly appeared friendly, but
as treachery is Characteristic Of all unci-
vilized pc pple, thought it we'll to be
upon Our guard. and prepared to operate
against any attempts which they might
make u?c!: cur lives or the safety Of the
vessel.
To b continued.
The Polynesian., 1840-06-20
SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 1910.

his arm from the cloud and pointed to
the winds, Mither to change their course!
The rain in its last torrents seemed to
have pressed down the sea to the oceans
level by the weight of the cataracts that
fell in their last effort. A lull came in
a moment more. The crew, in their
exhaustion, and for hours drenched and
without sustenance had but Just CON-
pleted the bending of the sails to supply
the canvass riven in the gale, when the
wind as if by enchantment came out from
another quarter, and in moment more
fell upon our courses and topsails which
had been braccd around as the ship wore.
and on another tack lay several points far
ther from the land. With the change of
wind came lifting of the mists, and
under our lee, within. four hours more
drift of the gale, lay the high bluffs of an
iron bound coast; from which, in twelve
hours more of freshening and favorable
breezes, we parted beyond solicitude or
care.
For myself, seldom experience much
the emotion of fear in circumstances of
danger, and in this instance could but
slightly estimate the critical circumstances
of the ship compared with those who
had made many voyages and encountered
many dangers, but few greater than the
late one of the gale which is past. No
sign of alarm marked the energetic action
of the officers and the unwearied efforts
of the men, while gravity becoming the
circumstances of the ship prevailed.
On the succeeding sabbath, the atten-
tive solemnity at our usual services indi-
Gated that there was no heart present that
did not respond to the sentiment of the
prayer, which sincere emotion of graft
tude in my own heart, at least, had dicta-
ted, for the coming thanksgiving of the
day.
The Polynesian., 1840-06-20

Ry Rev, FITCH w. IA, LoR, Chaplain, u. s. N
Concluded from No. /.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
Mt. SOLON.

lhe IIppecanoe Club of Mt Scion met on
the ga ult- pursuant to adjournment. and in
compliance with resolution adopted at The
iast meeting. was favored with highly inter-
eStng and eloquent addresses from Alex,r
H. H. II. Stuart, and Thos. J. Niche, Esor's.
L ne former opened the discussion by eYpo-
sing III d mastery and lucid manner the obi
GUS ana anti-repubiican measures of the nro-
sem administration, and proving satisfaction
- y! 'idih Vi the strongest argument, that
inc time has arrived for d chanue. and tb.t
the safety Of our institutions demand II NJ
Niche followed him in a triumphant and
glowing vlndication of the character of tho
gallant HARRISON from the many vie cborgcs
heaPed upon him by the minions of mower
ana contrasted 1t with that of the incumbcnt
VI 'iie w hlte House, in Il manner which will
not rot oe haslily forgotten by his attentive and
delighted auditory. His aIlusion to .ha
charge OF Gen. Harrison's selling white men
Tor debt was most happily made. ..Wbv,,'
says he, 'Fellow citizens, YOU must e;tbor
believe that Kendall, & Go. have been lvirr
most egregiously, or that the CHARGE IS MI
tTue' and that the old General has puJcbasSd
mem al himself, as proved by the elections
OF North carolina and Indiana. A number
u iduieS Favored the club with their atten-
dance and enjoyed very highly the disnlav
OF eloquence by both gentlemen. After ,bo
discussion terminated, the following resolu,
uons were offered by John NJ. McCue. and
unanimously adopted:
heSolVed, that this club do present IN A
III. I'll. Stuart and Thos. ]. Niche. Esn,rs
lhelr cordial thanks for the eloquent, faithful
ana Impressive manner with which thew do
1ended the principles of this club and Of the
great Wing party. ~ '"0
Resolved, That this club will adjourn to
meet on the lst Saturday after the Bird Mon
OF October next. Whereupon the meetinu
adjourned. ]. NJ. ESTiJJ pros,.
JNo. NJ. McCUE, Sec'rv.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
$50 Whip rain.

S53 Wing gain.
ii iurtner returns come IN, In this vein, the
Green Mountain Boys also are seized with
the Harrison fever.
The Wing majority in Bennington County
Is reported TO be 1873 last year 300 V. B.-a
gain of two Senators.
WING maj. In the State last year 1920.
slip from the Office of the Trov Whir fur
nishes cheering intelligence from Ver,nont.-
In the district now represented in Congress.
by John Smith, Van Buren, member. the
hi9s have made gain, as far as heard
from, OF 1900 votes-or enough to secure the
election of the Harrison candidate. A olori-
Gus beginning this, for Fermont Pun. JNo.
PoStscript.-Later news from Vermont in
creases the Wing majority to 1O,O32-beino
a gain so far from last year of 5,9S9-IHe
'ohoLe fire Wigs 1t is Jeiicued are elected to
Congress.
Naine.-In this State the election of State
officers and members of Congress occurs on
the 18th. The present delegation in Con
gress stands 2 Wings to Van Burenites.
WinoiS.-Complete returns have been re-
celved from Illinois, showing 10 Wings and
81 Van Burenites in the House Of Represen-
tatives, and in the Senate II Wings and &c
Van Burenites, giving to the Administration
on JOINT vote majority of %.
Missouri ( corrected. )-Tho Senate stands
10 Wings to II Locos, and one vacancy.-
The House, 43 Wings to so Locos, and one
tied. Last year they had majority of 7 in
the Senate, and 10 in the House.
2entuchy.-,The official returns of the Ken
lucky election are given in the Frankfort
Commonwealth. Letcher's (W.) vote for
Governor, is 56,37o--Frencb ". b. 80, $50
--Letcher's majority 1920. Thompson's
CW.) vote for 1T. Governor is 52,o51, Helm
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

Battle Of the Thames, and the part acted by
my regiment, did not intend to increase the
merit OF that regiment, or to diminish the
merit claimed by others, much less did in
tend to imply that Gen. Harrison, or Gov
Shelby, or any officer attached to the army "a
voidcd duty or danger. Each had his part to
act, and should feel myself much degraded
to suppose that they did not perform their du-
ty fearless ofdanger,-nor haveI ever doubt
cd, that these gallant officers We're precisely
where duty called them. Iregrct that in such
battle, where our country was victorious,
that there should be controversy about the
merit due to the actors in that battle. claim
nothing above the most humble soldier, who
performed hisduty on that occasion, nor shall
any earthly consideration ever induce me
knowingly to do injustice to the commanding
officer, Governor Shelby, or any other officer
IN that army. have thus confined myselfto
general remarks, not knowing in what partic-
uar fact injustice is supposed to have been
done to General Harrison. | should be glad
to know what particular issue is made as to
the facts stated in the reported speech, respec-
ting which / had no agency. l shall feel no
difficulty to state facts as far as my own per-
sonal knowledge extends, and what under
stood from others, and not to censure or Grim
mate, but TO state the truth rs far as know
OF believe the facts. IeXpecs TO be in your
city on Sunday, the 23d, on my way home,
and l shall be happy to see you.
Ri. NJ. JOHNSON.
MAJ. Tho ID. CARNEAL.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
STATE Ell EC,TIONS

Rhode Aland.-The election for members
OF the Legislature took place in this State on
the 26th ult. The Wings made nearly a
clean swoep-carrying GO out of the SO mem
bers.
Vcrmom.-The election for Governor,
members of Congress, and of the Legislature
took place on the LIST inst. The candidates
Tor Governor were Silas III. Jennison, Wing,
and Paul Dillingham;, Locofoco. Vermont
sends five members to Congress.-Two of
the present delegates are Vanites.
We begin to receive returns from this State
as follows:
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

The NoRTH CAROLINA SrN.rops I'll.
Raleigh Register, referring to a paraqrapb
III the new DIRK Express, stating that it
was understood the Governor had returned
to Messrs. Brown and Strange their letters of
resignation, on the ground that they ought
to be sent, not to him, but TO the Legislature.
says =
~, ms report originated thus we presume
Inc mall containing the designations in qucs-
uon caught fire from the sparks of the loco
motive and many packages were almost en-
t,reiy burnt, and among them, that in which
these letters were. They were so much in.
lnred, Gov. Dudley returned them, in order
una. ircsh copies might be sent This was
instantly done by our Senators, and thor ra'
sighatlons are now in the archives of tho
State, where they will remain until the I,eg.
islature meets" rs
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

az VIM. c. RIvEs, Esqr. addressed the
people OF Pocahontas, ut their Courthouse.
on Tuesday the lst instant. We understand
that he made powerful impression on his
audience. Mr.. Rives had many old friends
and admirers in that county, and his speech.
from all we have heard of it, was well calcu-
lated to dlssipate the prejudice, and alienation
OF feeling, produced by the efforts of his enc
mics. Some of his old friends, we learn.
were induced at once to throw off the tram
mels OF party, and range themselves by his
Side, under the banner Of Reform and the
Constitution
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

lien. William II. Harrison has plenty of
cerliAcates OF bravery in his pocket, but not
a single wound upon his body.''
Who conceived the above witless arpu-
ment, we know not, but we find it in the last
Rockingham Register. According to this
rule, where is the evidence of Gen. WASHING.
tons bravery Tor of Gen. Jackson's? for
we do not recollect that he was ever wounded
except in private broils. 1t happens, how
ever, that Gen. Harrison has this evidence.
which his foul slanderers deny him.-IIe was
wounded at both Tippecanoe and Fort Mcios.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
MANSFIELD, Aug. 18th. 1910.
Oi. IL. N. JOktHSOn, j. y.
MANSFIELD, OHIo.

My DEAR Sm:-Your favor has been re-
ceIved, IN which you observe, that by my re-
ported speech, an inference may be drawn
that am not only in doubt as regards the
courage of Gen. Harrison, but that i had but
little respect for him as commanding Cen
eral. | am happy to have this opportunity of
informing you tiIat during my service with
len. HARRISON, mad no cause 10 doubt his
courage, but to consider him brave man.
have always expressed myself 10 that effect.
any o! his measures as commanding General
in the pursuit Of Proctor, or in the Battle of
the Thames,-every thing J saw met my en-
tire appreciation, and have never spoken of
1t in any other terms. in speaking Of the
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
CINCINNATI, cath August, 1910.

Dear Silt was my object, ifpracticable,
III addressing the enclosed letter TO Col. John
son, to prevent any unpleasant feelings be-
tween two gallant officers of the late war.
who, from my own personal knowledge, en-
tertaincd high respect for each other lam
more than gratitied to find have not been un-
successful in the attempt. Without commu-
nicating with either of these gentlemen, |
take upon myself the responsibility of author
ising you to publish the CORES pondence; and
am Yours, respectfully,
II. ID. CARNEAI..
Col. G.. S. TopD.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
From tie Cincinnati Republican, .4ug. 26.
COL. JOHNSON AT CHILIICOTHE

We expressed the other day our strong con-
victions that Col. Johnson could not have
been correctly reported in the speech at Chill
licothe, which was contained in the Chilico-
the Advertiser Of the 9th inst. /; and in proof
of our having just grounds for this belief, we
are gratifcd in the opportunity of spreading
the following correspondence before our rea-
ders.
1t is well known in kentucky, rs well as
in this State, that Major Carneal is probably
on terms of greater intimacy with both Gen.
Harrison and Col. Johnson than any individ-
nal in the west. His conduct in the follow
ing correspondence adds to the claims which
his services as Quarter Master under Gen'l.
Harrison in 1912, and as Senator of Ken
lucky, give him to public respect:
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
state Convention.
TO THE WINGS OF VIRGINIA.
In tie name Of tie Uhigs Of Tie Metropolis,

" 80 ''''"'| " INC rings " INC DiC{TOpOiiS,
WE GIVE you GREETING.
IN spirit OF earnest and devoted zeal for
our common canse. we would call your at
tentlon to the subject of the Wing State Con-
ventIon proposed to be held in this Civ ON
the 9th OF October next-to the character OF
that measure, and Gas we conceive) its deem
Importance In deciding the great struggle OF
the I'd of November. 1t was not supposed
by those who originally recommended the
holding of this Convention, that the plan of
the campaign was then to be resolved on. for
the first time-the Iateness of the time. (iust
on the eve of the decisive battle) forbids that
idea. No such result is proposed uorexpect
ed from the deliberations of the Convention.
That work is done-thc great issues are made
up-tho questions for decision have been dis
tinctly propounded. From every HustiuDs
in the Commonwealth, the principles of our
Holy Cause have been freely and fearlesslv
proclaimed by ds ardent band of patriots as
have adorned our country since the Reyolu-
ton, and thank God they have sunk deep in
to the minds and hearts Of the people. The
sense of public wrong, the gall of oppression.
the burning shame of national disgrace and
have reused in US a spirit. which
not ten thousand hireling bayonets. nor ten
times ten could suppress or subdue. Were
the battle to be fought tomorrow, that spirit
would be invincible.
But we should remember, that we have an
adversary ever vigilant, ever active. untirinO.
and full Of resources. The ofIice-holders are
the enlisted soldiers Of the Administration
which sustains them. Looking upon the Off
ces OF the country as their 'sp0iS,' all the sell |
hsh passions Of their nature are enlisted TO |
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

TEAR 6rofher Ritchte.-'.We call upon our
brethren In North Carolina. therefore. to a.
rouse, and show their noble bearings as they
did In the autumn of 1886. Rouse up. and
DO as Virginia is doing-and as she will do
iii November next.
Wei, North Carolina has done that thino
already. The game is up.-Noah.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
Col. G.. S. Tom.
CINCINNATI, Aug. 9th 1910.
GEN. w. II. HARarsoN

GEN. ". II. HARRISON
Dear Sir :--Immcdiatcly after reading the
substance of speech, said to be made by
Col. II. Nj. Johnson at Chillicothe, address,
ed letter to him, a copy of which is furnish
ed. On yesterday l received his answer,
which with pleasure enclose to you.
view it as putting to rest now and forev-
or the foul ISLANDERS that have been and now
are circulating against you as regards your
conduct in the decisive and glorious battle of
the Thames, and in my judgment leaves no
good grounds for controversy or unpleasant
feelings between two brave officers of that
gallant army. Truly your friend,
II. ID. CARNEAL.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
-STAUN TON
THURSDAY, SEPr'R. 10, 1910.

" twill be seen that political discus
sion is to be held at Meyers Cave, on the
day OF The illumination, the ed inst. Among
the gentlemen invited we understand are Gov.
BARBOUR, Hon. JAMES GARLAND, ALExR.
HIVES, and JonN S. PENDLRroN, Esqrs.-
Those on the side If the Administration we
have not heard.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

HoTrtd JiaSSacre.-A late arrival at No,v
orleans. from Campeacby, Mexico. brinos
Int ormatlon of the Tetaking of Tobasco bv
the Centralists, two hundred of whom hal
been previously driven from that place. bnt
being Reinforced, they returned, re-captureJ
the town, and taking advantage of the weak.
less OF their enemies, who were SUFFERING
from sickness, had been guilty of crueltiess
OF the most revolving kind. NOTHING was
spared all the inhabitants who pronounced
themselves in favor Of the FederaIists. were
massacred without distinction, and their prom,
erty pillaged and devastated.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

The Enquirer, speaking of the Administra-
ton convention at Charlottesville, saws it
does not want ''masses Of human bodies," but
sable and energetic men," MIR. Richie used
TO be very democratic when he had the .smas-
SeS on his slde-but now he sneers at their
gatherings, because they are against him, and
calls them a "1riM and promi~cuous n,ul,,t,,d.,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
IL Tzs.SCT OF K,g.y,g9

containing one thousand four hundred and
nineteen acres, more or less, lying on Clear
creek, IN the said county of Grcenbrier, being
the land heretofore conveyed by the said John
y. Trent and his wife, by deed of trust re-
corded in the Clerks Office Of said county.
to secure to Andrew Beirne the payment of a
debt theaein mentioned.
The land is Of great value, and the sale af.
lords fine opportunity. for profitable invest
ment. ANDREW BEIRNE, Jr. Com'r.
AUG 13-ts
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FOR PRESIDENT.
Gen. WIN. Henry Harrison.
OF OHIO.
FOR VICE PRESIDENT.
John Tyler,
OF VIRGINIA.
OF VIRGINIA.

In all ages, and in all countries, it has been
observed. that the cultivators of the soil are
those who are least willing to part with their
rights, and submit themselves to the will of a
master.-WM. II. HARRIsoN.
''THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES
May they ever remember that to preserve
their liberties, they must do their own voting
and their fghting.-W. ii. HARRISON.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
CINCINNATI, Aug. IL, 1910
My dear Colonel:

My dear Colonel:
enclose your speech as published in the
Chi!licothc Advertiser. The reporter of your
speech, so far as you speak of General Harri-
son, has surely misconceived you. / not on
ly so think, but have so said. An inference
may be fairly drawn, that you are not only in
doubt as regarded his courage, but that YOU
mad but little respect for him as command
ing General. My personal regard for you,
induces me alone to call your attention TO this
subject and furnish you an opportunity of
correcting what conceive to be an erroneous
and CARRIED report of what you did say in
Chillicothe on the 9th inst.
From the enclosed remarks OF Col. C.. S.
Todd you will at once discover that you take
issue and widely differ. If consistent with
your feelings, furnish me with your views On
the subject. They Will be published or not
as you may desire.
Truly your friend,
I'D. CARNEAL.
Col. II. W. johnson, J.. p.
MANsFTELD, ONO.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
NOTICE.

sS9 virtue ola Decree of the Circuit Supe-
~ fior Court for the County of Henrico and
Gity OF Richmond, pronounced on the 9th
july 1899, in suit therein depending. be-
tween VIM. II. Maefarland, pitt. VS.. ]. l..
Trent, admir-. with will annexed, and residu-
airy devlSee OF John A. Trent, dec. &c. defts.
shall sell, at public sale, for cash, on MON
DAY, the 2Sth day ofSeptcmber, at the door
OF The Courthouse of Greenbrier county, be-
ing within the town of I,eyisb,rc
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

u We omitted to mention that the Rock
'ngham Register denies that its party hoiste0
the greasy pctticoat, because they felt worst
Gu III the discussion. Ii was raised before
inc discussion commenced, in consequence of
inc hosting of Harrison and TYLER FLAG
l. says ''TespecfoO1e persons were engaged in
the pcttlcoat business. So much the worse
for its party.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

lJ-THE BROAD BANNER OF HAnRIsoN, LIB
ERrY AND THE CONSTITUTION is NOW FLUNG
To THE BREEZE, INSCRIBED WITH THE lNSPlR-
ING WORDS OF THE ELOQUENT BARBoUR-''ONE
PRESIDENTIAL TERM-THE INTEGRITY OF THE
PUBLIC sERvANTs-THE SAFETY OF THE PUB
Lie MoNEy-AND THE GENERAL GOOD OF THE
PEOPLE"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10
CINCINNATI, Aug. "a, 1910.

l have read the correspondence between
yourself and Col. Johnson, relative to him at
Chilicothe. From the perusal of Col. John
sons letter am satisfied that he intended me
no injustice in the speech referred to, and that
his opinions and sentiments must have been
mlsrepresentcd. Thanking you for the int
rest you have manifested in this matter-I
return the correspondence.
w. III. HARRISON.
I'D. CArNEAL.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-09-10

W Inc y" hig Convention at Wheeling,
on the Sd inst. must have been tremendous
gathering. The National road was tbronqcd
win persons going on to it as far east "a
Cumberland. The preparations, however.
we presume were ample fer them all.-The
table erected is said to have been mile and
a half long.