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Democratic standard. [volume] (Georgetown, Brown County, Ohio) 1837-1850, 1840-11-17

THE SIAMEsE DECALoGUE.-It may no
be uninteresting to the reader to have in
troduced the Siamese ten commandments
found in the sacred books of the Budhists;
the first five being obligatory upon all the
people, the last FIVE upon the priesthood
only.
l. Do not kill animals.
2. Do not steal.
3. Do not commit adultery.
4. Do not tell lies.
S. Do not drink ardent spirits.
7.Do not eat any thing from mid day
until past midnight.
8. Do not sleep on place more than
a cubit high.
9. Do not anoint your body with fragrant
OF or powder.
10. Do not look at female, nor at the
atricial exhibitions.
TaylOr's Flag ship.'-juSt published.
Democratic standard. [volume] (Georgetown, Brown County, Ohio) 1837-1850, 1840-11-17
PHILOSOPHY OF ADVERTISING

A late number of Chambers Edinburg
Journal contains very interesting arti-
Gle on the subject of advertising in the
public papers by an "OId Tradesman. 81
His ideas on the subject, are certainly
worthy the attention Of all who are anx-
ious for business; and are simply and
briefly as follows The first utility of
frequent and regular advertising is this !;
there is al all times large class of per,
sons, both in country and town, who have
no fixed places for the purchase of Ger.
tam necessary articles, and are ready to
be swayed and dawn towards any partic-
ular place which is earnestly brought un-
Democratic standard. [volume] (Georgetown, Brown County, Ohio) 1837-1850, 1840-11-17
NEW sERIEs.-VOL. I. NO. 16.

many Gentle faces looking on, 10 see that
canopy reared, and that rite performed,
far away from the vineyards ofZion and
her holy places, by those who still cling
to the symbols of her ancient glory, and
cherish her ancient faith, after the long
lapse generations.
Democratic standard. [volume] (Georgetown, Brown County, Ohio) 1837-1850, 1840-11-17

MARINE SIGNALs-Every nation has its
private signals. In war and in peace
the signal book is held sacred, and the
Signals are supposed TO pc known only TO
the commander of each vessel. In case
OF war, if national vessel happens to be
captured, the signal book is at once thrown
overheard, before the victor can gain DOS.
session of it. Otherwise he might decov
into his power, by knowledge of these
private signs, other ships of the nation
with which he is at war. The system of
signals has never yet been brought 10 any
great perfection, in practice, by any mar
ltlme power. Since the introd uction of
numbers into telegraphic language, how
ever, the communication by signals has
been extended and facilitated; and it has
created language that may be made use
OF as more general means of communi-
cation between ships at sea, and from
ships with the shore.-Taylor's Flag Ship.
Democratic standard. [volume] (Georgetown, Brown County, Ohio) 1837-1850, 1840-11-17
BY d. P. PALMER.
TERMS OF THE Standard

TERMS OF THE STANDARD.
For ONE YEAR, IN ADVANCE, 60 OO
WITHIN THE YEAR, 9 90
AT THE EXPIRATION OF THE YEAR, 3 90
GF Payments will be considered in advance.
II made within three months after subscribing.
OSFNo paper will be discontinued, (unless at
the option of the publisher) until ali arrearages
are paid.
PRICES OF ADVERTISING.
] square (l2 Iines) three insertions, 81 90
For each subsequent insertion, 25
For six months 5 so
6 For twelve months, 10 90
Longer advertisements will be charged in the
sans proportion.
A reasonable deduction will be made on year.
ly advertisements.
All orders for advertising or job-work must be
accompanied with the cash, except from persons
who have open accounts with the Office.
Office in the south end of the Market Building
Democratic standard. [volume] (Georgetown, Brown County, Ohio) 1837-1850, 1840-11-17

EThe Merchants Insurance Gonna.
ny Of Boston, have paid setni-annuaI
dividend Of 10 per cent.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09
FEDERAL LOCO Foco VIOLENCE.

The following conversation between two Federal
Loco Foco members occurred in the House o { Rep
resentatives on Thursday, 25th ultino.
Let US move to discharge the Committee OF the
Whole from the bill (the sub Treasury said one.
eve cannot do it, under the rule, until the dis
cussion is ended" was the reply
8" SO the Speaker will decide, Of course I" rejoin-
ed the FIRST. BUT WE CAN oyERRuLE HIN, AND
OUR DECISION IL LAW
Thus they go The standing rules Of the House
the established and uniform parliamen-
tary precedentand even the decisions of the Spes-
ker, accordant with the law, with usage with all
precedent, blown away in q breath, when they
interpose any obstacle to the arbitrary will Of fac.
ton, disappearing the wishes, opinions and deter
limitations of the People, and systematically oppo-
sing for their own selfish advantage, all the great
interests Of the country .--Madtsoniaa.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09
From the Richmond Wing.
THE NEGRO WITNESSES.

MIR Fanlding in bis letter Of apology to the " Ed
itor Of the Enquirer boiled down" says:
The evidence Of the negroes may be sn,iyei,
rCsctsd, without affecting the sentence OF the
conrt."
Why, then, was il introduced add the gro.
tuitcus and unprovoked insul,--why seek to dis-
grace the accused BY reducing him 10 a level with
negroes lfjustce could be comprised without,
why this studied indgn,y to the feelings Of gen.
teman, and this Suffrage the feelings Of major
ity Of the people of the Union Why this prdrts
cal aid by the 6rst officers Of the Government, to
the efforts Of the Abohtionistsf
1t is impossible to conceive Of an answer credita.
bic 70 The perpetrators OF this extraordinary pro.
cesding. The only rational solution that occurs
to u.s. Is that II was designed TO curry favor with
the fanatics. Certainly no measure was ever adop.
ted by any man in authority, so well calculated 10
enlist the support OF the advocates Of equality be-
tween the blacks and whites. At one blow this
movement reduces the Army and tho Navy to the
level OF the African race. This is the avowed and
leading object Of the Aboli,ionisfs. They repudi.
ate all distinctions. social or political. founded on
color. Mir. Van Buren, has fully sanctioned their
preiensions.
There IL one circumstance in the case Of Lieut..
Hooe, which aggravates the general Objections to
the principle established The negroes who were
introduced as witnesses, were the servants Of Can't.
Eriah r. Levy, the Prosecutor. Surely there was
something in this fact, which would have warrant.
ed the President in interfering least expires.
sing disapprobation. But he could no, see i;--His
early affection for Cufy, blinded his moral psrcep-
ttnna
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

Tbs recent spseches. letters, &c. &c, from Con.
HARRIsos, must completely dun. founder the SLAM
derers Of the good and brave old man. II will no
longer do to say that he speak or write. Il
will no longer do to say he is imbscils. He proves,
in the presence of thousands Of his countrymen. thst
he wants no committee" TO talk. or to think for
him. Indeed, it il now acknowledged, that no man
in the nation has been more undcrIa ted BY friends
and foes, than Gen. HARRrsoS. His voice Il a.
eloquent, and his pen vigorous, a. they were
twenty years ago, His speech at Fort Meigs,
alone, would stamp him a first rate rsax. What
device will now be rcsorted TOT Gen. H. will nor
remain silent. He riH write--He' VILE speak
lie WILL not be mum. He is 80 incorrgibly o.
s,inate, that he WILL express his opisions on ALL
subjects Of public nature. Now, this is placing
bis calumnators in predieament. Tho Com
mittee"-the "Iron Cage"--she sveiled Prophet
-are ell exploded What next !--WHAr HKxr -
Alexandria Gnzekte NlN.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09
NUMBER 70.
/" BRILLIANT EVENTS. !

Federal print states that " MIR. Van Burep's
Administration has been too brilliant and success-
tul' for opPossion to be made to IL some iII.nA-
tared Wing has been prying into the Adminissrs-
tion 20 ascertain some ofthe most brilliant svcnta"
Of this ever to be lauded party. He has ascsrtsn.
ed the following:
Oceola captured by srcachery--ded IN prison.
General commercial embasrassment and dislress
throughout the country.
Trade paraiysed
Produce deprea slated In value.
Introduction Of Boodboundr into Florida.
Tremendous defalcstions by public ofi;cers.
Extensive smuggling tkrosgkoaf fAe Nee Ysyx
Castom Hcuss.
Post Office Department burnt.
detachment OF ak men in Florida attacked
shot and scaiped two Indians cue a sousw.
Representatives Of New Jersey refused admit
lance into Congress-.
Disgraceful squabbIss in the House Of Reprsssn.
tasives.
Treasury shinplasters Issued.
French Bedstead purchased Cor tho Presidsut %
rrrose on.
Amos Kendall editor q the Extra Globe.
I. S.--Thero will be At least ona more brilliant
event before tho expiration u Mr. Van Buren, term
-" Mysteries Of the Globe man, caused b. reading
the election returns next November. Pix ma.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09
LOUISIANA ELECTION

The election for Congressman and State officers
took place in Louisiana on Monday, 9th instant.
Owing 10 local circumstances our friends need not
expect entire success in this State. We shalt car
ry the State. but possibly not without some loss in
of the Districts at least. though we rejoce 10
hear the prospect is better thar il appeared to be
few weeks ago. The Native Americans started
an independent ticket in New Orleans. encouraged
by their success in the clec,ion of Mayor. But WE
are glad TO perceive that Judge Quinn, their nomi-
nee. has declined running as their candidate and
coniurcs them to unite upon the regular nominee.
aud present worthy incumbent. MI. White, The
contest will be between Mr.. White. (Opp and
Gilbert Leonard, (Adm,) and we think Ii will re-.
suit IN favor Of Mr.. White.
In the ID District, the Loco Focos have nonina-
ted very popular and modcrats partizan, &c.
neral J b Dawson, and until recently we have had
no doubt OF his success against L a. Morgan, the
OPP candidate. Our friends need not be disap-
pointed if they beaten in that District. nor
should it DO permitted to inspire any mseivings
to other Southern States. But if we should sue
coed, 40 much the better cause for rejoicing.
In the Sd District the contest Is between Jno.
Moore. Opp, and Richard VIM. Adm.--Madiso-
MAN.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

In MIR. Porsskrr's Militia Bill, which the Globe
says is "ths most democratic and economical of
any which has evea heen presented. and which Mr.
FofSssrr deiends in his letter to Mr. RtrcHfK, IL
is provided that the militia, when called together
60, the purpose of training shall be subject TO the
articles Of War. We, il Virgna. are ia the habit
Of expressing our opinions. all political subjects
and about Pali,icai men, with great freedom. We
not nice Ia the spithets wa bessow tp0n digni
tsres. Even at Hegimental niusters, il IL net un.
frequently the that the militia are addressed
By rival candidates, and national politics freely dis
cussed, end votes taken. Al officer IN the line
would nos scrnplc to call Mr.. VAN BuKES " ma.
gician, or Congress set Of "loafers, or 10 use
any language there. which he would use elsew here.
Len us zee how this would agree with MIR. P0tS-
skTr's views. We will suppose the contingent Of
Virginia militia assembled on the banks the Del.
aware. and the officers and privstes. not dreaming
that their liberty Of thought ard speech VAS cur.
tailed, discussing the politics Of the day with their
usual freedom, and. in the heat uf argument, that
Of them should cali the President for nc time
jackass What would be bis dismay, when he
found himself arrnignea before a Court Martial,
and tried under the 5th the articles uf War; which
runs thus
Arf. s. Any officer or soldier, who shall use
cenfempsaoas or disrsspscysl cords against the
President OF the United States, against the tice
President thereof, against the Congress Of the U.
States, or again-s the CAicf Magistrate of any Of
the United States. in which they may be quartared,
if a commissioned officer, shall be cnshiered or 9th.
erwise punished, courtnartiai saall direct; IL
non-commissioned officer or soldiar, he shall snf.
Ter such punishment shall be- Inflicted ON him by
the sentence OF n courtmartial"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09
GEORGE SECRETS.
The Ballimore Ameriean Of .he 2elh uI,imo ..y.

The Baltimore American ofthe Goth ultimo says !:
An extensive Silk Cocoonery has been establish
ed In Georgetown, d. c., by Mr.. JONI Mason, Jr.
We learn from the Advocate, that the cocoonery is
large three story frame building. erected express-
" for this purpose, and completely filed in every
part with large frames Of hardies, on which are
now feeding one million and eigh thousand worms,
some few OF which have commenced spinning o.
theirs half grown and large number in the first
stages Of incubation. The amount Of tn,tieaulis
leaves which these little insects in day 10
said to be not less in bnlk than the largest wagon
load Of hay, demanding the constant attention Of
five or six females 10 feed them, while similar
number Of men are constantly employed in the ex-
teusive fields Of muiicauis adjoining, in gathering
the leaves. The enterprising proprietor has pro-
cured all the machinery requisite for the reeling
and spinning Of his silk, by which The cocoons are
taken in at one end and at the other come out ex
cellent sewing silk requiring but the attention Of
one person Mr.. NJ. expects to mako Eve hundred
pounds of raw silk this season,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09
"cHARGE UPON THE ENEMY p

This is the word Of command Of Ex- Postmaster
Kendall tohis troops. Charge upon the enemy"
Who the " enlisted soldiers" and who the enc
my The frs, are the oiiice-holdcrs--ihe latter
the People. The servants command each other to
charge upon their masters This is a mu,ny.--
Blu, II will fail. because il hiss bcen detected and
will be npped in the bud Observe the plan which
events are unfolding. Give me an Independent
Treasury, alias a Government Bank, said Mr.. Van
Buren,, that car have that /" compiete control
over the public money that desire. Then, said
be. in bis message Of 1887, increase our regular
forces" Tho army was accordingly more than
doubted. Now let US bring, says Mr.. Poinsett,
900, GOO militia men from the States into our SER
vice, and pay them out Of the public money. Very
WELL says Mr.. Van BUREN, cannot too strongly
recommend that plan to the consideration OF Con-
gress." viii take the field in person, says Mr..
Kendall Very we'll Pass along the word
in your subsidies, and win take care of you. Now
then, attention the whole. Every Han 10 his post.
Ready! Charge upon the emyi"--b fadisosian.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

Misunderstanding to paragraph in the Globe
OF the 18th juno, Gen. ARMisTEAD (now in COM
mand in Florids) has received information that
there exists some difference among the bands Of
Seminole warriors. Sam Jones Is said TO be using
his endcaycrs to induce his people to submit, and
several small bands disposed 10 come in I; but,
are restrained by the threats Of Hid Cat and IT,
ger Tai. Gen. Armisiead has accordingly hoist
ed white flag at the posts Of the Suwance, In or
der that those Indians who desire 10 do so, may
take refuge against the parties Of these chiefs II
they come in they will be sent TO the West.
While making these pncifc oversres General
Armis'ead s pushing the with vigor Fort
Mellon is TO be established A post has leen essn-
blished at the head OF North river, which will af-
ford eectual protection to those planters who were
lately driven of by parry Of thirty Indians, under
Hiid C0t. That daring chief had on the turban
of Ohelto. taken from tho actors, whom the Indians
plundesed on the road from Picolasa TO ST. Angus
tine. He displayed dress Of black velvet, richly
trimmed, 10 the negroes, and said be would not
take hundred head Of cattle for it, Bait. amer.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

The Boston Morning Post, ii is well known, is a
leader among the tborough-going supporters of this
Federal Loco Foco Administration. That paper,
Of the 9th ult., advances the following good
sons why Gen. Harrison should not be elevated TO
the Presidency. II charges that He is the son Of
Governors Governor of ViRGisIA--the An
Gent Dominion--lhe VERY HoT-DED OF PRIDE AND
ARrsTocRAcY."
Again /" He wss born with silver spoon in his
mouth, : among SLAVES, too, who did all the
work, and suBMIssivELY waited on him"
Then follows q sentence 80 impure and disgust.
ing that We cannot admit il into this paper but
containing foul and Infamous Islander on Virginia
The above extracts sufficient, however, TO show
the true spirit Of Mr.. VAN BuREss troops Of Nor
thern mer with Southern feelings. Whst will The
real Republicans Of the Ancient Dominion say To
ihess Observation-Disclosures.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

The shameful way in which the present ssssion
Of Congress has been FILTERED away. IL shown II
most striking manner in fact stated By the Wsah-
ington correspondent Of the New York Express.--
He sayss Upon reference 10 the official iist of
acts and joint resolutions passed by both Housas Of
Congress, during the present session, find the
whole number up 10 the 18th ultmO, after ses.
sion IF sir months and ffisen doys ID 81 10 sssvs
than roRrr. This includes every thing public and
privAie--nine,een Senate Bills, and twenty-ous
which originated in the House. The number Of
bills reported and not acted upon, amounts 10 be-
tween ONE AND TWO THoUsASD. In vain have
thousand claimants pssitioncd Congress, NOT for
mercy alone, but for jussice--for an examination
and investigation Of their claims against the Gene
raj Government. Every appeal has been disregsr.
ded. and hundreds here expecting tardy justice.
have waited until their personal expenses have near.
" cqualled, and in some instances exceeded tho
amount Of the claim"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

THE LAST YAsKEEism.--A Yankee some two or
three years ago contrived way Of nisking covered
buttons. by just COMPRISING an edge Of metal and
so In moment threw thousand women out OF
employment. Another Yankee by daeren, APP
piirntion Of the idea has contrived 70 rnt on
buttons without sewing, and Than too. so they can
never como oil. The invention is only applicable
to metal buttons and chiefly TO those for suspend
ers and straps under boots The button Is made in
two parts, the eye being bolt with large head
1t Is put through the cloth and hole IN the BUTTON
when single blow rivets the two parts together,
never TO be separated. The thing is admirable ;
and already the man who was fortunate enough to
get possession Of the thought 10 making bis fortune
with more orders on hand than he can supply -
The same idea was applied to eyelet-holes not long
since, and at the Indies were relieved from
great deal Of labor, and could belay themselves
much tauler than before. Let the Yankees alone,
and in little while they will have strawberry pick
ers, and who lleberry raxes, and all such things.
~. Y. .Jour. Commerce
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

The Fayetteville Observer, referring 10 The a.
dress Of John NJ. Morehesd, Eco, tho WHY Can
dida,e for Governor Of North Carolina, says:---
- One remark Of Mr. Morehead's, which we r..
por, from recollection, 10 worthy Of special a,ten.
ton. Speaking Of Gen. Harrison's opinions on the
subject OF Abolition he stated that Judge Of the
Superior Court Of North Carolina, (of couvss Il
was Judge Settle to whom he alluded, J was mem.
ber of tho same meas with General Harrisoa In
1920, when the Missouri Question came before
Congress. The Judge informed Mr.. Merehsad,
iha, on the night before tbs question was taken on
General Harrison said to him, "TAavs often yisk-
cd my itfe IN The 6sid IN defence Of NY oossfry,
and ishaH 10 mo,row, risk ny psistieai ne ~ a.
rsr ofthe Uason Of the Stafss.S On tho nsxt d.y
hc voted with tho Sosth, and the consequence wac.
as he predicted He lost for the time bic populasi-
", and was beaten for Congress-,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

JoHE RAKDoLPH, GEN HARRIsox AND THOMAS
RfTcHIR.--Much has been said in the columns of
the Enquirer, about the charge Of Federalism made
by John Randolph against General HArriscn.--
Gen. Harrison, in his published letter. says Mr..
Randolph, admitted to him, that be had done him
injustice and to mark his sense Of IL, frequently
pressed him to take sociable dinner with hun.
John Randolph once charged the editor of tho
Enquirer with being politician Of seven princi.
pIes--fve loves and two fshes.'
We have never heard that the orator Of Roanoke
repented Of this saying, atoned for il by asking
the editor to dine with him.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09
INDIANA.
A Fan Buren, Eiector Out for Old Tip


To the Editor Of the Loaispiue Journal;
Some time since, in my absence from Indiana,
my name was placed as a candidate for Eiector In
the 2nd Congressional District Of Indiana among
the Van Buren, candidates for that Office Seeing
my name thus published in the Wabash Inquirer,
Van Buren, raper--l forthwith addressed a letter
TO the editor, saying TO him, that did not thank
them for the nomination.; informing him at the same
time, that ! was raised an honest farmer, and
that thieving was not in fashion when settled and
fixed on my principles, and that believing them fix
ed and based upon constitutional and correct
grounds, il would be Incompatible with the dongs
Of this administration for my name 10 be used
This statement wished 10 DO published in the In.
qurer, where my name was placed, but /: wns not,
and ii prints it still stands as an adrnini.a
ton candidate.
Yours,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

"SgLLIKG WHITE MEN FOR DrBr."--The En-
quiIer gives extract from the editors letter to DR..
Powell Of Westmoreland, from which We copy;
81 did not attach much importance 10 this
charge against Gen. H., particularly after he had
explained in his lettcr--and therefore did not lay
much stress upon it, as others"
This was in l837--but since then change has
come over the venerable editor. He intimates now
that he must resort To his calumDy again. The
desperate state Of his fortunes requires desperate
means: Or, as the old saying went, hungry dogs
will eat dirty pndding.."
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

PRoeRgss or OriSIoH.--Thc Louisville Journal
Of The 10Th ult, contains the following paragraph
There 10 gentleman in this town. poor but re-
spectacle, with whom we have had many good-na-
tured political collisions. We always found him,
until yesterday most jealous supporter Of The
Administration. Yesterday however, he came to
US in the market and observed--' Wen, friend,
am with you at last. have supported Mr.. Van
Buren,, but hnd II wont do. have had serious
misgivIngs for moro than month past. and al hes
itaton il at end. | 20 hencsfcrth with I'll
nv heart for Old Tippecsnoer"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1840-07-09

What musr be the opinion which the party"
entertain for their President, when they can, with
oal expecting to he kicked out of doors, approach
him with demand that two gallant officers shall
be arrested aad ried for buying beef and bread Of
Whig instead Of Democrat And what sort
Of a President is he who yielded TO that insolent
dictation1 And what must be he condition ofthe
country, when such Trial could go through all its
forms. without exciting general burst of indigna-
ton i--LyReA69g Urgiaias.