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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-03-12
LAND FOR SALE.

IN pursuance Of the last Will and Tesla.
-ment OF Jacob WEAKLY, late OF the County
OF Augusta, decd. l will offer for salo, at
public auction, en- the premises, On Saturday
the 2Stl day of March next, the tract of land
on which the said Weary formerly resided;
Situated in the upper end of Augusta, about
miles above MidG.cbrook. containing about
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-03-12
D5 ACRES.

There is on this tract about enc hundred acres
cleared land under good fence, two good Or
49, CHARDS, about four acres Mead
eSS2SscS ow, a tolerable good DWELLING
"YSe HOUSE, BARN, and other GU,
.s.-ssses. houses. The terms will be one
third the purchase money in hand and the re-
siduc in three equal annual instalments, to be
well secured.-Possession will be given en-
the day ofsaie.
JONATHAN GOLLIDAY, Ex'or.
Feb. %.
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AaU BHAHC SALE.

RY virtue ola decree of the County Court
e-1of Augusta, pronounced on the 29th dav
of January, 1910, in cause therein depend
ing. on the Chancery side of said Court, in
which Peter Rubush and Elizabeth his wife,
are Plaintiffs, and Peter Teter, and Molly his
wife, and others are Defendants: | will. on
the 10th day of March next, on the premises.
proceed to sell, at public auction, certain
Tract or parcel of Land,
mentioned in the plaintiffs bill, living and be-
ing situate in the County Of Augusta, contain
ing
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CALVERT g. FSEER.

at Mr.. NJ. Quinland's old stand in Staunton-
the latter partner being direct from New Y orl,
and Philadelphia, where he has devoted much
time to his business-and the former, well
known among you; they announce, that they
arc now prepared to execute all work in their
line of business in very superior style, and a,
the shortest notice.
Having had their shop fixed in the neatest
manner, and every arrangement made to con-
tinue their business on an enlarged and much
improved scale, they respectfully solicit, that
encouragement, from generous public, which
they trust they will be found to merit. The
public are respectfully invited to call and cx-
anime their work and fashions, specimens of
which will always be kept on hands.
s- A full suit of clothes will be made
up at any time, when required, in twenty-four
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SbS1 ACRES.

be Che same more or less, and adjoining the
lands Of James Byrcs, Samuel Whitmore.
John Estill, and others. The said tract or
parcel Of land is the same of which the late
Peter Beard died seized.
Terms Of sale:-One-third Of the purchase
money will be required in six months, one
third IN twelve months, and the remaining
third In eighteen months from the day ofsae,
ponds with approved personal security will
be required, and lien on the land retained tn
secure the purchase money.
Sale to commence at IL o'clock, M. when
due attendance will be given by the under
signed.
GEORGE NJ. COCHRAN, com'r.
Feb. 20
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Valuable Property
FOR SALE.

-1S-
FsNHE subscriber being DESTROYS OF re-
N moving from Augusta County, would
sell his farm on the Winchester road, living
within half Il mile Of Staun,on. The farm
contains
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-03-12

For I"ctets and Shares or Certificates of
Fachnges in the above Splendid Loitories,E
address
DIS. GREGORY g. Co. Managers,
Richmond, Va, or Washington CITY, ID. G.
Drawings sent Immediately after they are
over to ali who order as above.
Feb. 81.
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'HNlIE undersigned beg leave respectfully to
q inform the public, that they have formed a
co-partnersbi? to carry onthe above business.
in the name and style of
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-03-12

within half a mile of Staun,on. The farm
contains
H,59 ACRES.
about % ofwhich are cleared; and as well wa
tered as any in the county, there being new
er failing springs Of pure and excellent wa
ter. There are Is Acres OF good ms adow.
the great part of which can be easily water
ed. The improvements are large and COM
GsrsA Portable WELLING HOUSE,
eTs Ila Kitchen, Stone Spring House.
ss,ss large Stable and Granary, and
ssss:Ssss; ;sazsas other out buildings. Persons
wishing to purchase good property near
Staunton, which affords good market for
all agricultural products, and from whence
produce can be carried at cheap rate to the
Baltimore Market as soon as the McAdami-
zcd road now constructing shall be compile
ted, will find it to their interest to call and
look at the above property. 1t is seldom
that they will meet with such a bargain as
the subscriber is disposed to offer. The terms
are, one-third in hand. and the balance in two
annual payments. If a sale is not effected
by the middle of February next. the Farm
Will be leased for six years upon fair terms.
GEO. q. MITCHELL.
January %, 1910.
n. Is. AS l expect to leave about the mid
die of March, wish all persons indebted to
me to make immediate payment, and those
having claims aginst me to present them for
settlement.
G. G. NJ.
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ID esEs ne ACRES.

On the main stage road leading from Lsxinr-
ton to Fircsstle-also CT the read that runs
from Lynchburg by the Natural Bridge to
Dagger's SPRINGS. On this LOT Of rrourd there
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
THE MINT HUMBUG.

One of the greatest humbugs of the Co
vernment, is the mint establishment, cter-
nally expatiated upon by Mr.. Benton, whose
puhs are re-echoed in the Globe.
In moving to raise select committee, on
coinage, with instructions to inquire into the
cxpedency Of disseminating operations at the
several branch mints Of the IT,. Mr. OGLE,
of Pa, who made the famous speech, expo
sing this whole subject, last year, prefaced
his resolution with the following important
statement
II appears by repor, Of the Director Of the Mint Of
the United States at Philadelphia that the capacity of
said min, sufficient for the annual coinage OF Sl2
600 600 viz. half in gold and half in silver, with an
average Of two and half pieces 10 every dollar in
vslue equal TO 90 900 600 pieces and that the force in
officers laborcrs servants machinery fuel, &c. ae
fuaiiu maintained said mint is competent 10 the
yearly coinage OF sc 900 0O0 allowing an abundant
proportion Of small COINS
Il further appears that, in the coinage OF Sl2. 600,
600 at said mint, the average nett expense would not
exceed SO cents in every 800 made into coin, whilst
the average expense the coinage Of but 80 000
600 rises TO the Of 50 40 for every 300 coined
the cost Of coinage per centum being always proper
ton to the actual amount, coined;
The greatest amount in roltc coined in any one
wear s361 at said mint 81 764 900, and the ave.
rape annual coined since the establishment Of the
same, does not exceed 81 ,699,6l3 So. The coinage
for the wear 1888 at said mint amounted in value to
s3 9792l7 composed Of 1896, ,5ls pieces at an ave-
rage nett expense OF $4,000, being fraction
per ccutuin, VIZ
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

some money due me abroad, but, as you brought home
the money in gold and silver instead Of goods you gave
my family such exlravagant notions o my wealth. 'nas
they up larger accounts than ever. Besdes
you and my boys spent twice as much a woihunsing
in The winter You insist that you are not to blame
10 any Of these matters We'll will not dispute about
that You are my cousin Every body admits that you
are clever in things, and Will say this ior
you. that you The bes, hand in getting crew 10 all
Newburypor You are thus always full manned bu''
asyou not very particular, you have few good sea
men. You bragg indeed, Of one chap you have shipped
for this voyage The fellow I'll agree, is sharp enough,
but he's always skipping about from one part OF the ship
to the other that you know where to find him
Besides, he'll be leave you in the hrst port he
to where he thinks he has chance OF better
wages. Upon the whole, Captain Higgins, the matter
stands thus We have had bad luck together II may
be your luck it may be mine but, IN this uncertain
", we had better part. With all your bad voyages 'ney
tell me you have generally contrved to save youi ad
venture see you have gold watch hear you have
money in bank wish you well, then, friend higgins,
but must look out for another captain"
Whether the people of the United States WI reason
in the same way as this honest citizen OF Newbnrypor
shall soon see Meanwhile, with all the respect, due
to your office and with personal lfeeng whatever
bid you adou One OF MANY.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
FOREIGN NEWS.
RICHARD PARKER

We are indeb ed to the New York Herald for a
slip, containing the news BY the packet Pennsyl-
vania. II is Of no great interest. We subjon the
following
FROM FRANCE.
Tho Paris papers Of Dec rs, contain no news Of
Importance. Nj Sauzet elected President Of the
Chamber OF Deputies the Gath by a majority of 7S
votes over M. Odllon Bauot The Bureaux of the
Chamber also renewed, but without any remarka-
bic cyeLt
Official notification Of the late King Of Denmark's
death had been sent to the Court OF France by the
Chevaer de Koss, the Danish Envoy Extraordinary
who also presented his credentials from his new Soye.
reign The Court ordered into mourning for the
late King.
The Prince dc Joinville arrived at Toulon in the
Belle Ponlc frigate the 23d inst
The Monleur publishes the following tcegraphc de-
spatch
" The Mardfimc Prefeetto The Minister Of the Marine
"TouLoS, Dec. 22,-According to the report of the
Captain OF the Neptune, 1t rumorcd in Algcrs that
on the l7th the column commanded by General Ru.
heres, whilst proceeding with provisions to the camp
OF Koleah, had been, Mselma, serious engage
ment. 10 which the Arabs had been again defeated
"The same report states that vessel which arrived
from Oran the 18Th, had Brought intelligence OF the
resumption OF hos,ilities in the west The Chief of
the Csrbos had been killed in affair against our
troops.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
HanpEa's FrnRy, Febuary 9Th, 1910.

IlAHPbh y ERRf, FtpuaTy OtI lo4U
T. ALLEN, Esq, Editor Of 11adisonian:
SR-My attention has just been directed 10 let
ter, dated, /" Harper's Ferry, Feb 1s lSiO," which
was published in the Madsonian uf the 4lh instant
am the PaYmaster" therein referred to and
the insnuatons Of the letter writer are calculated
TO injure me with the community, | would refer you
and every one who feels any Interest in the matter,
to the Ordnance Office, at Washington, where you
will find that every cent of public mnney from achat-
erer source derived which has come into my hands,
dsburSng officer has been faithfully accounted
for, and that no part OF il mas been withheld 10 be
used for electioneering," or other improper pur-
poses"
II the insinualions Of your correspondent had re-
lated to matter less delicate than that OF tamper
ing with the public money, should not have said
word in reply to his anonymous effusion AS il is
shall neither complain Of his letter Of your pub
LEGATION Of H. You, am sure, could not have de-
sired TO do me an injury; and | have more sclfre-
spect than to take further notice OF one who insiuu-
ates charges which he himself cannot believe or
which, If he had taken the leas, pains TO ascertain
the facts he would at once have discovered 10 be
unfounded.
BY publishing this note, you will oblige, sir
Your very obi servant,
RICHARD PARKER
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

"A friend corrects statement in relation to tho
late party relations of Gen. ANDERSON. the new Sc.
nator from Tennessee. Gen Anderson. he informs
US was uniform and decided supporter Of General
'acksohs administration, and rendered it eminent
services IN tennessee, and has been supporter of
Mr. van Buren's administration generally. He
thinks our informant probably mstook Gen Ander-
son, tor Mr. A. a. Anderson, who resides near him.
ana who has distinguished himself as a consistent
wing. Both are sons OF the late Comptroller
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

NEWSPAPER PosTacE.-Mr. Henry, Of Pa, has of
tered resolutions in the House, to instruct the Com
mtee on Post-oflices, &C., TO inquire into tire expe-
diency OF SO altering the rates of postage that all
newspapers shall be carried by mail in the respec-
tive counties where they are published, without
charge.
The same Committee have been instructed 10 in
quire into the expediency Of reducing the rates Of
postage generally.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
A GENERAL BANKRUPT LAW.

we publish to-day the petition oil a number
OF citizens Of New York presented to the
Senate on Tuesday by Mr.. Tallmadge, pray
ing the passage OF general bankrupt law.
1t Is from the pen Of Sllas M. Shlwell, Esq,
and presents the subject in clear and practi-
cal point Of view.
The important power expressly conferred
upon Congress by the Constitution /" TO estab'
lish uniform laws on the subject Of bankrupt
cles throughout the United States" has hther-
to almost wholly lain dormant.
The attention Of Congress might well be
drawn TO the subject at this time. The occa-
SION, when SO. many bankruptcies are taking
place under the general embarrassments of
trade and commerce, is peculiarly fit for the
exercise OF that parental power Of the federal
government, expressly conferred, which would
revive and stimulate the energies Of thousands
OF men struggling frui,lessly and almost hope
lessly under the severe operations of many OF
the laws relating TO debtor and creditor, and
bring back vast amount of business talent to
the circle Of trade. Besides, would it not
tend to elevate the morals of the people, by
making legal debts, after surrender of pro-
perty, honorary debts +? Would it not elevate
the character and animate the hopes Of debt
ors, by setting their hands free to begin again
they acquire the means
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

guisiied son--to accomplish whose ruin the
party drummer is eternally with his broken
stick, beating his tattered drum-head, and yo-
cilerating, to arms, to arms.
But The magic wand of the Enquirer is bro
ken-its influence is lost in the unblushlng a.
postacy to its principles, which has distinguish
edits career. No longer does it carry terror
in lis banner, or victory upon its standard.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

VAN BuRENisM.-M J. d. PnELAN, the Loco -foco
Speaker Of the House of Representatives of Alaba-
ma, has introduced bill providing for an issue of
State Treasury notes. This would be unconstilu
Iional No State shall emit bills Of credit
The said Van Buren Legislature are also consi-
derins one project TO authorize the banks to issue
post notes, and another TO legalize their rredeem-
ability.
MAaYLAND.-T This State is indebted on account of
her canal S70000o0. The annual interest is S425.-
600, and no means topay provided. Direct iara-
ton is believed to be inevitable
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
THE BLOODHOUNDS-V OF EXPLA-
NATIONS IN THE OFFICIAL ORGAN.

THE ODHOUNDS-VALUE OF EXPLA-
NATIONS IN THE OFFICIAL ORGAN.
Mr.. WISE stated in the House, on Monday,
that the War Department had admitted the
fact, officially to him, that the Government
had authorized the employment of blood
hounds. This shows how well founded was
our suspicion, sometime since expressed, that
bloodhounds were the " other untried means"
adverted to IN the War Office Report. But
as if to settle all doubt as to the connection of
the administration with this business, the Globe
announced that it was authorized 10 say that
the War Department knew nothing Of the
transaction except through public rumor.-
The editor of the yeracous Court Journal had
taken pains to satisfy himself also on that
point. 1t now appears that the g official ex-
planation was false, for the War Department
pleads guilty to the charge Of authorizing the
employment of these bloody dogs of war.
This development exemplfes the charac-
ter of the Globe, and the systematic decep-
ton practised upon the country by the officers
of the Court But it also shows the admins
traticn Of Martin Van Buren worthy Of dis
tinction which has marked no preceding adn-
nistration--the distinction of having brought
the first and most discreditable blot upon the
war policy Of the Union.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

The LONG BRIDGE over The Potomac, has given
way, in part, 10 the tremendous pressure OF ice and
water About two hundred yards of the bridge have
been swept away, including the draw and the build
ings occupied BY the bridge keeper on the Virginia
side Of lhe river.
The Chain Bridge, above Georgetown, has been
considerably damaged also
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

FLoRDA.-Among the memorials presented to the
House was one by Col. Downing, OF a Convention
OF The citizns of Florida, demanding admission into
the Union as one of the sovereign States thereof.
The constitution adopted by that Convention and
approved by the people accompanied the memorial
The citizens Of East Florida are petilioning Con-
gress for division OF that Territory.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

q MEETING on THE FIELD or HIS FAME nc
Harrison State Convention Of Indiana has reco.'-
mended that Young Mems Convention shaii DC
nela on The 2ls Of May next, The battle ground o
iPPeeanoe' The way that theyoung Hoosiers VIII
fay 10 The nag then and there raised, will be an ad
monition TO the spoilersI
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

Gen HARRIsoN's VicToRY. We republish to-day
Gen. Harrsons account OF his victory The one
We published On Saturday last omitted several im-
poriant items; among the number, The Generals no.
lice Of Mr. Criuenden, now The distinguished sena-
Tor from Kentucky. We copy it as originally pup
lished il Niles Register
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

The n. Y Commercial Advertiser states on the
authority OF member of the New Jersey Legisla-
turc, that no minority proceedings were had in that
Legislature in relation to the rights Of the State in
Congress. The Globe certainly published report
Of some minority other, purporling to come from
New Jersey, and defending the right Of the Van Bu-
rem claimants TO seats. Who Is right?
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
C0lumJia.
MOTION FOR INVESTIGATION.

Among the great number OF resolutions introduced
to the House OF Representatives, on Monday, the FOL
lowing preamble and resolution which lie oper un-
der the rule, were moved by Gen. CARTER of Ten
nessee.
Whereas purity in the administration of free Go
vernment can only be maintained by the observance OF
strict economy in the public expenditures: and
Whereas extravagauce and prcdgaty in the manage
ment and disbursements Of the public the
sure indications of unjust and corrupt Government
and
Whereas Tree Government cannot exist where pub
lie officers and agents upcd hey ond the demands
desire for public employment and when the public adj
and attachment Of dependants and the amount Of pa
onage under its CONTROL than upon the impartial dis
cernment Of an enlightened community and
Whereas public officers and employment have in
creased, of late degree Unprecedented any for
mer period Of The Government and
Whereas the public expenditures have increased,
ars-,hat being the average Of The annual expen-
wards Of forty millions since that time and
Whereas these facts clearly Indicate great degree of
axy and weakness in the public administration, or
mination to rule by the Of patronage: therefore,
Resolusd, That select committee be appointed to
inquire into and report to this House the which
have led to the late extraordinary increase Of public off,
andagens, and the alarming increase Of public
Pendture, within tho last nine years. and that they
havo power to send for persons aud papers.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

COMMITMENT. Lewis Naglc Christopher Cum
mings and Baptisa Gluck the three persons who
committed cruel outrage upon Mr.. p. Haas, Ii
thographer, on Thursday last, have been examined
found guilty, and in default of giving security, have
been committed 10 the County Jail
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
STILL ON THE BACK TRACK

lLLrNoIs.-The bill for reviving the State Bank
has passed both Houses Of the Legislature lis pro-
visions are generally acceptable 10 the Bank
The Sangamo Journal says, it is likely bill will
pass only TO suspend operations under the internal
improvement law.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

TINE WORLD OF ROMANCE.-Published every
i week in Boston, for dollars per annum each
Der containing sixteen quarto pages Of the largest sze
well printed good paper,and reprniing all the best
yes tales &c Of The day. giving for four dollars per an
mum as many new books be bought in the usual
book form 30 60 dollars with the farther advantage
Of being through any part of tho country
per postage only.
The work may be seen at the Bookstore Of F. TAY-
LOR who will procure il for those desiring to subscribe.
feb IL
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

Mr King, member of Congress from Georgia.
dIsclalms The credit imputed TO him by Blair e.
Rves in declaring that he would have voted for them
had ne ben present. He would have voted against
them.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

ANOTHER SIGN.-The orator of the day al The cele-
orat'on OF Harrison's birth day in Peoria, H. was
10 be Mr.. Galley, who opposed Gen. Harrison for
Congress in 1922 ard was elected, because Gen H.
voted for the Missouri restriction
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

DEATH or THE MEXICAN MsIsrER.-Mr. Fran
CISCO PizARRo MARTINEZ, late Envoy Extraordinary
and Minister Plenipoentiary Of the Republic OF
Mexico, died at his residence in Georgetown, on
Sunday last. His funeral took place yesterday.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

MAssAcHusErrs-T State Senate has eoneurred
with the lower House in the Bill TO repeal the license
lac Of 1888.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

NATURALIZATION. Large numbers OF the citizens
OF Louisiana are peitioning Congress ior repeal
of the Naturalization Laws.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

We hear il stated that General Taylor, command
ing in Florida has refused to receive into the ranks
Of the army the company Of bloodhounds.
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
CALL FOR A PUBLIC MEETING.

We publish al the request OF sundry citizens the
following call for public meeting If every oppo-
nent of the administration in the District should at
tend the meeting there would be an assembly Of pro-
badly lwo-thirds Of the cilizens. Familiarity with
The men and measures Of The administration has bred
thorough DISCUS, throughout this entire communi-
~, albeit surrounded by every temptation to lrucke
TO power
II We We're 10 hazard suggestion, II wouid oe
that the hour of meeting be changed. IA a. M y
strikes US is hour very unfavorable for iull and
cheerful attendance. Many mechanics and men OF
business might find il mpracticablei 10 attend meet
ing in The prime Of The day, but would find il more
convenient 10 do so in the evening But, however,
The following is the call
TO Lae Haigs and Conservative, of Ae District of
C0lnnLia.
All those citizens Of The District Of Columbia OPP
posed 10 The present Administration of the General
Government, and TO the reelection Of Martin Van
Buren President of The United States are respect
fully invited 10 meet Al eleven o'clock A. M. on Sa-
urday, the 18th instant, al the old Theatre on
Louisiana avenue, in Washington, with view 10
organize themselves to produce concert OF action,
and give their aid TO the cause of the Opposition in
the approaching Presidential election.
[The above call is signed by a large number Of
citizens of the City Of Washington and other parts
Of the District OF Columbia
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13

We call the readers attention TO the commurica
lion Of" One OF MANY" 1t is, We regret 10 say, the
last of the series, and perhaps the best
The Madisonian., 1840-02-13
CONGRESS-WEnNEspAY.

In the Senate, to-day, Mr.. NORVELL, Of Mich
igan nroduc ID Bill authorizing The States TO TAX
the lands, within their limits belonging to the Uni
ted States.