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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
KENTUCKY LUNAT1c ASYLUM.

Il
The following passage from the speech of VIM.
Bullock, Esq. is of the finest specimens of
beautiful and touching eloquence we have lately
read.
1t is matter of regret that the bill to appro-
pirate sum to purchase additional land for tho
benefit OF the Kentucky Lunatc Asylum has fail
ed In the House of Representatives. MIR. Bull
lock alluded, with great effect, TO the melancholy
truth, that no condition in life is exempt from this
sore affection.
''Sir," said Mr.. B., (alludingto the confinement
OF the insane III the hospital at Lexington, and
the possibility of such afilic;ion becoming the
lot OF any member,) ''are you a husband! Have
you wife whom you have sworn to cherish and
protect! SHE is there. That arm on which she
was won't to lean in her happier days, is Withdrawn
that manly bosom on which she once rcposed
with confidence and with love, is no longer there
she Is surrounded by insane idiots, and lunatics
are her associates-ber looks of complaint, her
tones Of anxious entreaty, are answered only by
the sfrleks OF the maniac, or the laughter of the
dwelling idiot-she appeals 10 you for relief
size beseeches you, with melting entrealy, to set
her ireeio be permitted to breathe the pure fresh
ALTO pluck flower by the way-side and bind
1t 10 her withered heart-to mingle the tones of
her silver voice with the carol Of the bird-fo
battle her pale and haggared features in tho light
oil Heaven-to be famed by the gentle zephyr,
which. as 1t plays around her. seems to her droop-
ing spirit the rus!ling of an angels wing. Hus-
band, how can you refuse :?
'Are you father !? There is your child. He
addresses you in tones which never fail to reach
a fathers heart the same gentle tones which he
was wont to use when he gambolled in innocent
childhood at your feet, or sat prattling on your
knee. Hear him exciaim, open the door-let me
play on that green sward--let me wander in that
beautiful woodland, it reminds me Of my child
hoods happy home; and then deny him if you
can.--.Oh, holy nature, thou dost never plead in
vain.'"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

The Washington correspondent Of the Boston
Journal says Mr.. Poindexter became SO excited
the other day by some remarks of Mr.. Saltonssall
in tie House of Representatives, as to write
Mr.. S. calling him to account for an alluson made
TO the Custom House report. MIR. SaltonstaIl
said "tat he should receive the statements in the
report with great caution, and thatbe should wish
TO see the evidence on the subject before he plac-
ed reliance on said statements. These remarks
Mr.. p took in dudgeon, and wrote to Mr.. S. de-
mandng to know wha,he meant, and whether, II
he meant to insult him, he intended toscreen him
sefunder the plea FLEEING member Of the House,
and that the words were spoken in debate Mr..
Saltonstal showed the letter to some OF his
friends; part Of whom advised him TO communicate
i, 10 the House and have the writer expelled from
il, that's deprived Of favor Of seat on the floor
while others advised him to tako no notice Of the
letter or its writer. Mr.. S. adds the letter, has
wisely taken the latter course.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

Tie Prize Flag to be awarded to the bcs. drill
cd Company at tho Baltimore encampment of
Volunteers, was adjudged to tho Maryland Ca.
diets, OF Baltimore, commanded by Captain Ropes.
The contest was chiefly between three Compa-
nies-one from Lancaster (Pa.) and the lndepen-
dent Grays and Cadets Of Baltimore.
The troops were reviewed BY Gov. Porter, Gov.
Thomas, Gen. Scott, and the President Of the u
nited States, during the encampinent.
We notice the citizens of Baltimore have de-.
termlned to present the Lancaster company (Capt.
Findlay's,) with flag.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

u The Richmond Wing states that it is un-
derstood that forty-fve of the Loco members elect
to The House of Delegates declared their dc,ern-
quota OF the Land money. These added to the
80 Wings, make 95 in the House, who go for the
money. But it is reported that the Junto at
Richmond have written letters to these gentle
men, exhorl;ng them to see new lights on the
subject before next winter. This, if true, is GER
tain'y most impudent thing
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
COUNTERFEITS.

The Richmond Compiler says:-Several c,un-
terfelt $50 notes Of the Farmers Bank have been
presented at the counter Of that Institution thu
past week. is of an old plate, signed by Mr..
Nicholas as President, and Mr.. Nekeryis as cash.
Ter. The engraving is Indifferent, and close
examination will easily de,ecti, The many tina.
have appeared of lnte jusiifes the suspicion that
somebody Is about with liberal supply en-
hand
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
GREAT EARTHQUAKE IN THE WEST INDIES

GREAT EARTHQUAKE IN THE WEST INDIES
~ tremendous earthquake occurred in the
Island of st. Domingo on the 9TH Of May, at S
o'clock in the evening, which entirely destroyed
the town of Cape Haytian, containing a popula-
ton of fifteen thousand souls, two-thrds of whom
il is supposed were killed. The towns Of St.
Nicholas and Port Paix are also said TO be de-
stroved Other parts Of the island had not been
heard from, bu, it is conjecture ed that all tho towns
on the North side Of the island are mass of ru-
ms.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
,o,,oos .ribe B,;y,b Cr,Io,, nm r,

Passagr offhe Byiiish Corn LQtO BiN-This mea-
sure, says the Liverpool Times Of The Sd instant,
"although ii passed through Parliament the week
before last, did not receive the royal assent until
Friday last. Some doubt was felt at first whcth-
er the duty Of PTS. 3D., declared on the same day,
would not remain in force until fresh declasa-
ton Of the averages and duties, but yesterday
morning il was intimated at our custom-house
that the new duties of S. wheat, and on 9th
er grain incorporation, woalJ be received. Some
wheat, we understand, was liberated at that rate
Of duty in the course Of the day, so that the bill
is now at work, 80 far az the du,ies are concern
ed -
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
From the National Intoliigencer of Thursday.

The Senate is earnestly engaged in the consid-
Grafton Of the bill se.t to it by the other House
for the apportionment Of Representatives among
the several States according to the last census
The ratio established by the House Of Represen-
tatives FOR House OF SOC members) has been
disagreed to by the Senate, and the bill is now
blank as to the ratio. 1t is by no means certain
however, though the Senate has thus experiment.
ally struck out the ratio fixed upon by the House
that it will in the end agree to reinstate tina,
ratio, from the difficulty which will be found in
determining upon any other.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1912.
EXTRA SESSION OF TIE LEGISLATURES.

Gov. Gregory, in reply to committee appoin-
ted by meeting Of the citizens Of Nelson, de-
clines calling an extra session Of the Legislature,
for the purpose ofpassing Stay Law, and allow
ing the Banks longer time to resume specie pay
ments. The Governor is right-The Legislature
refused to pass Stay Law at its regular session,
and there Is certainly less now for farther
indulgence to our Banks than there was then,
since the Banks of other States are so generally
resuming.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
r UUediCni servant,
o. IL. SMITH.

The argument Of Mr.. Smith based iiron the
Phraseoogy OF the deeds Of cesson. in " ch the
remarkable precaution was taken to guard The
rights OF the cedng States to an equal pdTticipa-
ton in the Land Fund, as Justly remarks, has
never been answered. 1t is in truth unamsw era
bic. Why were The words 'stirginiu i,chaive,"
and "Georgia incIn'irs." inserted in ii,c deeds it,,
as is contcnded, the fund arising ffom the sales
Of the Lands was 30 be regarded as an cndl.ss
fountain Of ''fevcDue" 10 the federal government!
Virginia was a member OF the Confederation and
Georgia was member Of the Union, at the lime
these deeds were eXecuteJ--N by, tIIen, did they
take the singular precauiicn of securing iheir
equal interest in tie Lend fund, by the use Of the
language quoted, when, il il was 10 be a JOINT
FUSD, for the use Of the federal government their
rights were as well guarded without those words
as with them Unless we reason upon tic sup
position that the authors Of the deeds Of ccssion
inserted this precautionary clause without having
any definite idea Of lis mpoft.-lndeed, with d
knowledge that II had no meaning at ALIVE
ore bouEd 10 TO The conclusion dat the Public
Lands were not intended TO he regarded, by the
States which coded them, az source OF revenue
TO the federal government at all, except as it en1
bed all the States, then or thereafter to become
members of the Confcderacy TO pay up their quo
tao 10 that government under the Confederation
systciD-in other words, that 1t was intended TO
relieve the State governments from Tie necessity
,f imposing a direct tax upon their citizens, III
,rder 10 meet the annual acquisitions oi thaI gov
eminent. When the Union was formed, aDd tie
node Of Supplying the federal treasury was chang
20, WIEN the centFGi goyefDoieIt 10 longer ~
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

~ More has been done by those who set
themselves up as the peculiar friends Of State
Rights-(bu whose friendship, in truth, has no
higher evidence than the noise they make in
hawking them about as articles Of trade in the po-
hucal market)-to bring those great principles
into ridicule and contempt, than ever could have
been effected by their worst enemies. We have
an instance ofthis in the recent conduct of Gov.
M'Donad, Of Georgia. 1t appears that Colonel
Worth had some troops, employed in the Florida
war, stationed for while just within the Geor-
gia line.-The Governor forthwith wrote TO the
Secretary at War demanding their withdrawal.
In the interim, however, before his Excellency's
thunder had time to echo back TO Florida, the
troops were removed.-On hearing Of the requisi-
ton which he had thus unwit!ingly anticipated
Col. Worth saw fit to inform his Excelencv, in
order that there might be no misapprehension on
the subject, that he was not aware Of his orders
at the time Of tile removal of the troops, and that
if lie had been, he would have taken some pains
to shew his contempt for them, Whereupon the
Governor most conpasanly answers Colonel
Worth, by saying our ignorance Of my wish
es is accepted as a sufficient apology for your
complying with them! And SO the farce has
ended.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
THURSDAYS PROCEEDINGS.

I
Correspondence Of the Baltimore Patriot.
WAsHlseToN, May IS, 1912.
APPORrIoNMENT BILL UNDER THE
SIXTH CENSUS.
This bill was called up as the special order OF
the day, and as the unfinished business of yester.
| day.
The question pending, was upon filling the
blank made by the votes of yesterday, or agreeing
upon some ratio of representation. By general
consent, the Senators sent in their several favor
lite ratios, and the following was the list propos-
ed
Mr.. Preston, 81, 1000; Mr.. Sewer, -, 900; MIR.
White, 76 900; MIR. Bagby, $4,000; Mr.. Bayard,
74,607; MIR. Fulton, 74,39l; Mr.. Merlick, r.
1854 Mr.. Crafts, $4,000; Buchanan, 7O,6sO {;
Graham, $500 MIR. Talinadge, $3.50; Mr..
Williams, 62,5o0; Mr.. Miller, $4,000 Mr..
Sturgeon, Gl,474; Mr.. Young, 59,5O6 Mr..
Woodbury., 66,7l6 MIR. Kerr, 81 1865 MIR. Por.
ter, 5000; MIR. Wright, SOILS.
The numbers having been read, debate COM
Preston each favored large ratio. for various rea-
sons given in the debate in the House, and fam-
lar TO the general reader.
Mr.. CTlttenden replied in a short and ingenious
speech. lie commended that the House, as it was,
was too numerous TO act in compact and con-
vcnient manner, and Too few to represent the mas
SEES. MIR. Criltenden said that the Legislative
power was not too large, but that the Executive
power was. lie did not agree with the gentle
men that the House of Representatives, in all its
excuses was as bad as gentlemen represented.
lie believed, ioo t'at many existing evils would
be rencdied by eniarging the nuubnr of Repre-
sentatives. j! there should be more members.
there would be less number Of actors. MIR.
Criltt aden said the Executive, and not the Legs-
lative, power should be limited.
MIR. Linn thought the power of the present Ex-
ecutive was not much. II he had any power in
the Senate he did not know it. il he had one
friend there he did not know, and his power and
Influence in the other branch of Congress was
trusted to a COfpor Us guard of six me nbers.
MIR. Allen, OF Ohio, continued the discussion
and was followed by Messrs. Buchanan, Cal
houn, Sewer and others.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

Ma. WtsE's FUNERAL SERMoa.--Some genius
ia the neighborhocd Of fagcrstown, Md. spread a
fepofttbat Mr.. Wise had been killed ia duel by
Mr.. StanIy. On Sunday week Reverend divine
Of that place took advantage Of the subject and
preached funeral sermon on the imaginary dead.
lie moraiized on the sin Of letting our ''ongry
passions rse,' severely rcprehended the practice
Of dueiiimg. alluded 10 the agency of Wise in
tie death Of Ciiley, aud remarked that now he
wise himseIfliss mouldeiing in tie cold aud ST.
lent tOhb.''
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
ing extracts

Legal Constitution.
! Sec. 2. Hereafter ev-
cry white male native
citizen Of the United
States, or any territory
thereof, Of the full age
OF twenty one years,
who sinai! have had his
actual permanent resi-
dence and home in this
State, for the period of
one year, and in the
town OF city in which
he may claim a right to
vote, six months next
preceding the time Of
voting and shall be seiz-
ed in his own right Of a
freehold real estate in
such town or city, Of
the value, at least OF one
hundred and thirty-four
dollars, over and above
all membranes, shall
thercfrom have a right
to vote in the election
of all civil officers, and
on all questions in all
legal town or ward meet
ings.
Sec. 3. Every white
male native citizen Of
the United States, or
any territory thereof, of
the full age Of 81 years,
who shall have had his
actual permanent resi-
drnce and home in this
State for the period of
Two years, and in the
town or city in which
he may claim "A right to
vote, six months next
preceding the time of
voting, shall have a
tight To vote in the elcc-
ton of al civil officers,
and on all questions in
all legal town or ward
meetings. Provided,
however, that no per-
son who is not now a
freeman, shall be allow .
cd to vote upon any mo-
ton to impose a tax, or
incur expenditures, in
any town or city, unless
he possess the freehold
qualification required by
this article, or shall
have been taxed on
property valued at one
hundred aud fifty dol
lars, within one year
from the time lie may
offer to vote, and shall
have paid such tax in
said town or city.
Sec. 7. la the city Of
Providence and all 9TH
or cities no person shall
be eligible to the Office
Of mayor, alderman, or
common councilman,
who is not qualified 10
vote upon amotlon to i'm
pose d tax or incur ex-
pendi,Gfes as herein pro-
vided.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

The noble stand which the Hon. Thomas r.
Marshall of Kentucky has taken among the friends
Of Temperance, and tie ability, zeal and eloquehce
with which ne is laboring in the cause, have glad
dened the hearts Of thousands in yarions parts OF
tue Union; but in no section has his course given
greater satisfaction than in his own immediate
District in his native State. His neighboIs and
friends have now, more than ever, reason TO DC
Justly proud Of hi.s.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

The Hon. $. l.. Southland, Senator from New
Jersey and President Of the Senate, whose health,
we are sorry to say, has been seriously affected
for several weeks past, left this city yesterday,
with part If his family, for Fredericksburg. I'M
der prescription by his medical attendants, for
the beneG, of change of scene and air. We
trust that he will experience all the advantage
which his friends hope fron his removal from the
hustle and excitement of the metropolis.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

-, 1ne Creole SLaves.-A letter received bv the
,h ..n.' 10y the N. Commercial Advertiser, says
slaves have been taken to jamaica The Amer.
can consul has received directions from tho Sec.
Rotary OF State to forward these slaves TO Rich
mond, Va, stating that they would be surrender
ed TO him for that purpose
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
Peoples Constellation.

| l. Every white male
citizen of the United
States, of the age of
twenty-one years, who
has resided in this State
for one year, and in any
town, city, or district Of
the same for six months,
next preceding the cleo
ton at which he offers
to vote, shall be an cleo
tor Of all officers who
are elected, or may
hereafter be made sligi-
bic by the people.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

The Alumni of the University Of Virginia will
NEE! at Charlottesville on tho 4,h Of July. An
Grafton is to be delivered by Alexander Rives,
esq and essays read by J. b. Minor, esq. of
Charlottesville and James p. IioIcombe, esq. of
FincasiIc.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

The Parkersburg Gazette says 1--WE have
been Informed that Salt is now selling at the ma
nutactorles In kanawha County, at Is cents per
bushel; and we have heard it said tina. it will no
doub! be as low as 121 cents
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
North Eastern Boundory.

line Legislature of Maine, conformably to the
request of tho Secretary of State and ore, NJ ,hs
Covernor, Is now in special session Commits
sioners' with full powers, have been appointed.
and according to the Boston Atlas, severv Mius
IS as IL shouM Ie'' s
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
WESTERN RIGHTS.

In several of the Trans-Alleghany Counties
the sense Of the people was taken at the late e.
lection OH the subject Of call Of Convention
to amend the Constitution, in consequence OF the
refusal of the last Legislature to re-apportion the
representation in that body, as authorized by the
existing Constitution, to remedy the inequality
produced by the great increase of population in
the Western Counties. The poll was opened
on the recommendation of meeting held at
Clarksburg only few days before the election,
and but few Counties had notice of il. AS far
as the vote was taken, however, it shews great
unanimity in favour of tho call The same
meeting also recommended Convention of ID ele-
gates from all the Counties West of the Blue
Ridge. to be held at Lewisburg on the first day
OF August next, and we see Ivy the last papers
that Braxton and Nicholas have already appoint
ed Delegates. This is TO become an exciting
questionin the State.-It is not likely that the
East will consent willingly to part with the pow
or she now holds, and it is still less TO be ex pect
ed that the West will be content to abide avs
tenn OF representation, the inequality and inius-
tice ofwhich, instead of being removed by time,
must be constantly growing worse and worse.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

The Indiana Banks have resolved n ros,r,.
specie payments on the 18th June-tIe same dav
on which the Banks of Kentucky and Illinoi,
resume.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
APPORTIONMENT BILL.

The Senate on Friday amended the bill from
the House. BY substituting 7l,li3 for SOTO, a.
the ratio OF representation.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

1T is said that Gov. Dorr, of Rhode Is
land, made his escape in petticoafs. Whether he
adopted them for safety. or IN compliment to his
friend, MIR. ALLEN, of the U. S. Senate, is not
stated.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02
UDN&ENsSo

Nothing OF interest in Congress on Monday
In the House, the Navy Appropriation Bill, after
being cut down severely, was passed by vote o.
III to 80.
Mr.. SrANLY, Of North Carolina, appeared a.
gain in his place.
Mr.. GlLMER, Con leave given) from the Sc.
iect Committee on Retrenchment, made a report,
concluding with the following resolutions:
hesofrcd, That it is expedient to require the
ftesiIent OF the United States, in all cases of re-
nosais rom ONCE TO communicate the reasons or
cause Tor each removal to the Senate.
Hesolred, That it is expc,iient either 10 dis.
pense with tue Offices of the I'd and 81 Auditors,
OF WIN the several bureaus attached To the War
department. so tar as they are employed in the
examination Of clalms OF accounts or otherwise as
accounting agenciesin connection " i'll, the Treas
ury.
Reso!red, That il is expedient 10 abolish the If.
nee oi the Board Of Navy Commissioners.
Nesofoed. That II is expedient to abolish the of.
nee Oh the Cominissary General Of Purchases.
hesolred, That it is expeJient to abolish the of.
"ce oi the Solicitor Of the Land Office.
Heso.eed' That II is cxpedent to abolish the Of
nee OF Recorder ofthe Land Office
Hesofced, That il is expedient to repeal so much
c' the act OF the Sd March, 1885, as authorizes OF.
ncers OF the Navy temporarily performing the du-
"es belonging to those Of a higher grade TO re-
grade.
Rs'olred, That the public service will admit of
reduction In the number and salaries Of clerks
employed IN the Departments at the sea. of Gov
! ernment.
Resohced, That il is expedient to reduce the
number OF clerks attached to the office of Com.
missioner of Public Lands, SO that they shall not
exceed sixty.
Ifeso'red, That the number ofclerks attached to
the Office Of Commissioner of Indian Affairs will
admit of reduction SO as not to exceed eight, SO
soon as, with proper attention, the arrearages of
business and accounts can be brought up.
Mr.. G. said he was not authorized TO say tina,
The report met the appreciation of all the members
of the Committee.
The report and accompanying documents were
laid on the table and ordered to be printed.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

Thomas NJ. 4. M'kennan (Whlg) has been E.
lected TO Congress from the Washington district,
In Pennsylvania, in t'. place of Joseph Law
renee decd. by majority Of more than three
hundred.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

Maj. Whistler, formerly Of the U. S. Army,
and distinguished typographical engineer, has
oeen solicited by the Emperor of Russia, to s,,-
perintend the construction Of Rail Road from
st. Petersburg to Moscow.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

The Wings Of Georgia are moving in favour of
Horny Clay. meeting was held recently in
Augusta, which appointed the Honorable r. Ill.
Wilde, Peter j. Borclean, A. j. Miller, and G..
J. Jenkins, delegates to Wing State Conven-
ton 10 be held this month.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-06-02

The Senate has refused to confirm the nomina-
ton Of Cunningham, Post Master a. Trenton,
n. j.