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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
For The Gazette.
CLAY MOVEMENT IN MORGAN.

About sunset on the Goth inst, ii was mentioned
in Bath that there should be meeting of the Wings
thut evening, preliminary and preparatory to one
OF the County, to organise Clay Club
Accordingly, at o'clock the greater part of the
Wings of The place (alI would have attended but
for heavy rain then fallng-the number in atten-
dance fl ed the room selected for their reception)
met at OFerrall's Coffee House.
The assembly was called to order by Henry A.
Byrne, Esq, whose motion the meeting was or
ganised by the appointment of JoHS w. BRErREp,
as Chairman, and K. p. GVstin, Secretary.
The meeting addressed by II. A. Byrne
briefly. In his remarks he referred to the good
effects OF County Clubs in l8i0-deploIed the loss
of the country, caused BY the unexpected death OF
Gen. tlsrrson-gl fearlessy at Tyler's ueash-
ery-urged, as the only means to restore our coun-
try to prosperity, the election Of Henry Clay as
President; who if elected, would call to his aid in
the management of the Government, the fit, the
worthy, the honest, the able, and the patriotic
limiting in no ambiguous terms that such had not
been the pursued for the last fourteen years
lie concluded by saying that Mr.. Clay's success
was certain if the Wings did their duty-he hoped
they would, and then our country would be raised
from her " Loco Estate"
!. Ga the motion of Mel Geo. f. Roberts. il was
ReSOired, That meeting be held on Saturday
next, the 25th. for the purpose OF organising a
County Clay Club, for the purpose OF aiding IN and
securing the election of Henry Clay to the next
Presidency.
On the motion Of Henry A. Byrne, Esq,
Pesolvsd, That a Committee OF - members
be appointed TO draw up address and resolution
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
POSTAGE REFORM.

A meeting was held in New York City few day
since, attended by large number Of citizens, t.
take iEto consideration The present oppressive CO
PRECIOUS, and upjus, rates Of pos,ase-at which, al
ter the residing Of preamble and re'oul'op' ca
pressiyc of,he sense ofthe meering,by fAhk DINA
sts. Esp he read aMemorisIto theSeDatr hndfiouse
II Representative. signed by Citizens and Postage
PAYERS, in which it is very justly remarked that
the ,etes of postage now imposed by the eeyein
ment are exobitsn,, oppressive TO the Peoples snd
c.lea,,cd 10 defeat their svowed object Of making
the Post Office Department pay Its own expenses
/, al,o denounces the Thanking Privilege as il Is
now authorised and exercised. except as it may be
.,oedisht to allow Ii to cover tho strictly Official
Correspondence Of the Post Office Department it
self, The momorslists request that uniform Rate
ofPostage be adopted, after lhi. manner:
"That one hot(-eeat be charged on every News
paper Periodical, or Printed Sheet, conveyed IN
the mail, when the postage is paid in advance, and
double that sum when paid in advsnce--Iha
q uniform charge of fee cents. in advance, on eaet
letter not weighing than half an ounce, and o.
five cents additional on every half ounce thereafter
for all distances
According to a speech made by Mr.. Benjamin
il is avowed by the Post Master General that It u
Ibis purpose to make the Department not only pa,
its expenses, but also become source OF revenue.
This was never the intention of Government wher
the Post Office Departments was established bu
even we're it so tho object never would be accom-
plished under the existing system OF pos'ages -
On the contrary, we think the Post Office Depart
nent could be a source Of revenue, If the above
named rates we're adopted in the stead Of the pres
ems arbitrary and enormous rates. and we hope
Congress will take the earliest steps possible to
make a thorough reformation in the existing rates
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
L lie M A II X EFT S.
OFFick or rHe BALTiMoRE AMERICAS, !
Noymber 81 l943

Noymber ~, lS43.
CarrLE.-Thers were 1850 head of Beef Cat
tie offered for sale at the scales This zorning, but
the stock was generally Of inferior quality, The
sales to packers and butchers embraced upwards
of 1000 head at prices ranging from 81 TO 90 e5
per 100 lbs. on the hoof as in quality, which is
equal to 81 a.S4 % net. There are now upwards
of 800 head in market unsold.
HoGs.--A sale 800 head ofprime live Hogs
was made on Friday evening at So 875 per 100 lbs.
and on Saturday a contract for 500 more was made
by the same packers al price not public. We
note sale of drove Of upwards Of 900 to-day at
SO 81. There are but few now in market, but
there will probably be upwards of 1000 head re-
ceved by the cars this evening
FLouR.-The market for Howard street Flour
continues without much alteration, and holders
uniformly ask 81 37d for good mixed brands at
which price we note sale or two to-day. The
last settling receipt price was 81 IS.
We hear Of no transactions in City Mills Flour
Some holders ask 81 81 2, aud others are wiling
to sell at 81 25.
GRAIs.--The supply of Wheat has not been
large to-day. The sales show no change in price.
We quote good to prime at 80 SO cents, and in
ferior to good at 40 8s cts. Family Flour white
wheat is worth 95 100 cts. Corn is in demand.
Sales to-day at IS 30 cts. for white and at
30 az cents for new yellow. Old is worth IS
46 cts. for yellow and 40 42 cents for white
We quote Md. Rye at GO cts. Sales of Oats at
81 rs cents, according to quality.
BAcoS.-ln Bacon there is but little doing
We quote as before prime Western assorted at
a 4 10 cents; Sides at 4 "A cts. Shoulders
at 3 Ia cents and Hams at 5 cents.
WHIsKEY.-The demand is limited. Small
sales of hhds. at % cts and of bbis. at % cts.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
HENRY CLAY.
Lev FAmNEsTocK, ESQ.
THE WING BANNER.

To the polteness OF MIR. LeUi F'dhncs-
tock, chairman Of the Wing Banner Com
mi,tee, we arc indebted for the following
description Of the splendid banner now
preparing for presentation TO the delega-
ton having the largest proportionate
number in attendance at the Young Mems
CONVENTION from any State bu, Maryland;
-Hmerican Wing.
IN. Committee appointed TO designate
aud procure the Banner, 10 be presented
on behalf ofthe Wings Of Baltimore, TO
such State Delegation 10 the Young Mems
Wing National Convention Of Ratification,
as shall have the largest proportlonate
number 10 attendance, having in view the
wing population of the several States as
tested at the Presidential election of 1910,
and their relative distances from this city
have deci ed TO procure one, OF which the
following is description and explanation
The Banner will be painted on Satin
On the front side will be painted port
"a t of HENRY Clay on shield, support
ed by two female figures, the one on the
right, Agriculture, supported by Sheai
of w heat; the one on the left, Fame, 10
the act of recording the many noble, USE
full AMI patriotic acts in the life Of that
grea, American Statesman and Patriot.
An eagle perched on the top of the Shield,
will represent the A rms of the U. States,
SUI ported by Henry Clay. On the back
ground viii be painted appropriate en-
blems, representing Agriculture, Com
m,rce, Manu- "a: lures and Mechanic Arts;
and below the vgnette will be painted in
golItwo Cornucopias, the fruit and flow.
ers contained therein painted in natural
colours; all intend, d to BIO illustrative of
the abundance, prosperity and general
beneficial effects that will flow from the
establishment Of the measures advocated
by The Wing party, with Mr.. Clay at its
head. Part of the front side of the Ban.
ner viii also BIO richly embroidered with
chenille.
On the reverse side will be painted in
the form Of Wreath, the Coat Of Arms
of each of the States OF tho Union, con.
nected by richly painted and gilt work
inside of the wreath thus formed, will be
puinted an appropriate motto.
The top piece, usually consisting OF a
round strait rod, will be something entire.
Iy unique, being in the form of broad
bow, highly carved with fruit, flowers.
&c., and richly gilded. The fringes,
drapery, and other ornamental work will
be Of the most splendid description.
The Banner will be supported by
Staff Gu, by the hands Of HENRY CLAY
himself. from the growth Of the soil Of his
own Ashland. On the top Of the staff
over The Banner will be placed, plated
with gold, the Roman Faces, or bound
reeds, representing the unauimi,y Of the
Wing Party, and their determination to
maintain inviolated the Union Of the States.
The design is by Mr.. William Curle,t,
a superior artist Of this city, by whom it
will be painted. The arrangement of the
Banner, Embroidery, Trimmings, &c.
will be executed under the direction Of
Mr.. John Gade.
The entire cost Of the Banner will be
about $500.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

CONVICTION OF HoRN.-The tripl OF
Horn, for the murder OF his wife, which &C.
cupied the attention Of Baltimore County
Court all Of last week, was brought TO a
conclusion yesterday, when the jury rem.
dered verdict of Gully of Murder in
Me first degree" Mr.. BUCHANAN, who
had not concluded his argument in defence
of the prisoner on Saturday, resumed his
address yesterday morning on the opening
of the Court, and spoke until the afternoon.
The prosecuting attorney, |. N. STEELE,
Esq. then replied to the prisoners coun-
sci, and the case was finally given to the
jury about o'clock, who retired to their
room, but returned into the Court in ff.
teen minutes with the verdict as above sta
ted. Baltimore american.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

WESTERN ASYLUM. There was We.
ry interesting case Of discharge from the
Western ASYLUM on Friday--a young
wife and mother, who had been lahoring
under insanity from about the time of the
birth Of her first child, now year old.
The happy husband took her away on
Monday, no: only perfectly restored in
mind, but heathlul and blooming as a
bride.
Such an accident is calculated to touch
the hearts Of the mos, selfish, and awaken
increased interest in our noble institution.
we do not feel that it would be right,
therefore, to pass it over altogether in ST.
lence. -Staunton Spectator.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
J. @. ADAMS ON ABOLITION.

Mr.. Adams was waited oh at Pitts
burgh by COMMITTEE OF the Political
Aboli,ionists, urging him TO meet and ad-
dress them. this he declined. avowing
that he was as much opposed TO slavery
as any OF them, and especially to the rep
reservation of slaves in Congress. but ex-
pressing his opposition TO the abolition
measure of the day as follows:
"Wih regard to the subjects mention.
ed in this no,e--the annexation OF Texas
and the abolition of slavery in the Dis
irlct Of Columbia--i have no opinions
which wish to conceal. The Texas
question is very delicate one. and it is
probable il will occupy much OF the ntten.
ton of Congress the ensuing session
my views of it have been already avow.
ed on more than one occasion. On the
subject of Abolition, Abolition societies,
An,i.siavery societies, or the Liberty par
ty, have never been q member of any
rf them. But in opposition to slavery |
90 as far as any Of these /; my sentiments,
| believe, very nearly accord with theirs.
That slavery will be abolished in this
country, and throughout the world, | firm.
ly believe. Whether it shall be done
peacefully or by blood, God only knows,
but that it shall be accomplished have
not doubt, and, by whatever way, say
let it come.
Gas to the Abolition of slavery in The
District of Columbia, | have said that
was opposed TO it--not because have
any doubts Of the rover of Congress to
abolish slavery in the District, for | have
none. But | regard it as violation oi
republican principles TO enact laws at the
petition of one people which are to oper-
ate upon another people against then
consent. As the laws now stand, the
people of tho District have property in
their slaves.
II do not admit these laws are in &C
cordance with justice, for ii can never be
true that one man can rlghtiully have
property in another man. Sull these laws
have had an existence since before that
part OF the country became the District Of
Columbia, and was brought under the
power Of Congress and L think they
should not be altered 'oihout the consent q
the people Of the District. This consent
believe will yet be obtained, and slavery
will be abolished there"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

THE LATE ELECTIONS.

In order TO give Mr.. WxssTERs Speech last
week, tho late Election returns, together with eve
~ other article of interest, were crowded out
which we think is a Sufficient reason for not giving
them at an earlier day than this
MAINE-'THE STAR IN THE EAST
For the first time since tho blIghting
era Of the Vetoes, we have cheering news
from Maine. There were four members
OF Congress to elect last Monday, end on
ly one of the Districts gave a Wing plu-
rality at the State Election in September.
We hoped Severance would be elected,
and would have compounded for that
But our latest advices import that in the
Kennebec District Luther Severance, a
frst.rate Wing, is elected by 1900 ma
iori,y while in the Lincoln District,
Freeman II. Morse, Wing, is probably
elected most unexpected triumph -
Returns from nearly all the towns in the
District gives the following result-belng
u Wing gain Of some 1890:
For Freeman II. Morse, Wing 3,44l
4" Charles Andrews, Loco 2,414
AhoI;tion and Scattering GA
Morse ahead Of all 293.
Tho towns TO be heard from gave
Morse 1905, Andre VS. AS, Scattering Al
in September. So Mr.. Morse has TO gain
1903 votes in these towns 10 elect HIM,
and we are confident he has done IT,
THIS is the Comet District, extending
some zoe miles from the Atlantic through
the heart of the State to Canada LIN
coin and Oxfnrd Counties being connect
I'd by single township (Green) IN Ken
nebtc.
Blu, this is not all. 1t is believed that
even the Eastern (tloncock and Wash
ington) District has elected Thomas koS'
inson, Wing. Thirty towns give ROBIN
son 1896, Cary (Loco) 939, Scattering
%. What the residue Of the District
will do we cannot say, bu, we are comb
dent Cary is not elected. On the prev-
ous trial, the Loco prepondorance IN this
District was some 1000, divided between
two candidates.
Ia the strong Loco District of Waldo,
&c. there is pretty certainly again no
choice-Mr. Scattering leading Benz
White, the regular Loco, very handsome
~.
Three cheers for the rising Star in the
East.'-N Y. Tribune.
New YoRK.-The N. Y. Tribune
states tia, the late election has resulted
in the choic O Of 80 Locos and SIX WhlE
Senators and 81 Locos and 81 wing AS
semblymen. Showing gain OF sena
tors for the Locos, and ! AssembiymaI
for the wings. The Abolltonlsts Pollo'
about 90, 600 votes. The Votes eslImat
Cd at 10000 short Of a luIl pole.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

TExAs.-Adyices Gom Houston 10 the
Sth inst. have reached New Orleans.
The sale of Texan Navy did not take
place as was intended. Two Of the yes-
sells have been again advertised for sale,
but it is improbable that they will be sold
Exchequer bills of the Texan govern
meni are received by the collector OF Gal.
weston. al soc. TO the dollar.
The abolltionists have heen flooding the
country with nhamatory documents. -
Some Of the papers urge upon Congress
the necessity Of putting stop to further
circulation Of them by penal enactments.
President HousroN has issued procla-
nation converting Congress at Washing.
ton on the LIST Monday in December.
II is stated that the principal Indian
tribes on the frontier oil Texas do not mum.
Der more than 3l5 warriors. About four
years ago they could muster nearly 500
warriors, and their villages were scatter
ed from the sources of the Colorado to
Red River, but during the frequent con-
tests with the border settlers, their warri.
ors have been gradually decreasing, and
have become so reduced that they were
compelled to take refuge in the United
States.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
The Washington correspondent ofthe

The Washington correspondent of the
~ \. Journal Of Commerce writes
There is a most important runner to-day,
and it may be true-viz. tina, the Pres-
dent has Reconstructed his views aud rec.
concentrations on the subject oil TEXAS,
as prepared Cor the Message, and will es-
senlinlIy modify them, If he does
not abandon the whole matter. The oppo-
silion manifested to the annexation on the
part of many in tho South, is said to be
the motive for this rumored change. But
we shall soon see how it will be. In my
opinion, the President will 60 the whole.
We are curious to see whether the Van
Buren, men will endorse notification,
by admitting the members elected contra.
ry to law. Will they nullyy an act Of
Congress which has become law, or will
they wait till they can repeal it! Repeal
i. they cannot, while the Senate is Wing.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
Mr.. CLAYiS REPLY.
ASHLAND, 10Th Nov. 1913

ASHLAND, IUIh NUV' IOfo'
DEAR SIR duly received your favor,
as Chairman of the Wing Banner Com
mlttee OF Baltimore, requesting Staff to
be cut, by my hands, at this place, for
the elevation OF the Banner, 10 be present
ed, in behalf of the Wings of Baltimore,
to such Delegation to the Young Mems
Wing Committee OF Ratification as shall
have the larges, propottionate lumber OF
Delegates in attendance.
shall take great pleasure in complying
with this request. A stick of white or
blue ash (the best description of timber,
| think, of all the kinds which grow in
our iorests) has been already cut, and is
in progress Of preparation for the Staff
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

when completed. will. forward il
through such channel us will ensure its
safe arrival.
Tho conception Of tho plan Of a Young
Mems Convention, 10 ratify tie nomins-
lions previously made by the Wing Ma
iunal Convention, ives very fortunate,
and 1t will be productive ofthe b ST effects.
Nor could am place b. more suitable, for
the assembling Of such convenii"n, than
the Monumental City, which covered IT.
self with glory during the last war, and
his recently agan won imrersshable Ian
rels. Long may they continue 10 grace
lis patriotic brow
Your faithful friend and obcdient
servant,
HENRY CLAY.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

MASSACHUSETTS, House OF Rep
resentatiyes stands as follows Wing;
l73; Loco Focos ll9; no choice ll5--
Leasing Wing majority Of 81.
Mass ichusetts will certainly have
Wing House md ola consequence " n'g
Governor and Wing Senate.
The onlv news from the Congressman
Districts is from the Touth. ~ when mf;
G,innell. the Wing candidate, Is elected
by a clear majority OF CSC votes.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

TENNESSEE LEGIsLAyURE.-The Sem
ate has passed bill to reduce the salaries
Of all the public officers. A bill has been
introduced into the House, laying q tax
upon all public officers from the Govern
or down TO the constables, the taxing rang.
ing from % to 800, according to the dig.
nifty and importance Of the Office, and the
salaries and fees annexed to each.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
THE GAZETTE.
MAmPIM gBWR9s VA
Thursday. Nov. 30, 1913.
RAIL ROAD ACCIDENT.

On last Friday morning an extra train OF burthen
cars came in contact with Of earth tina, had
faIlsn on the track IN sn excavation west Of the
Cousty Itoad, near town, which resulted in the
tle,e demolition Of the tender and two cars and al
so considerably Injured the engine. The Engineer
and Fireman saw the obstruction in time leap Of
the train, and thereby escaped uniniured.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
LAND FOR RENT.

yHyHE Farm belonging TO Mrs Enge' at Wal
ner,. u Roads, in Jefferson County, will BE-
offered for rent, TO the highest bidder, for money
Saa, an 1yfdsesaay, ne 1874 day Of December
49,, hi. beautiful situation is so well known thai
description thereof is unnecessary. will rem,
for term Of years. GOOD securiry will be required
further particulars on the day Of renting, Inc
renting will take place on the lands.
Nav 23-3t JACOB MYERS, Ag1'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

MIssIssIppI.--Thc Baltimore Sun says
10 Marshall, De Soto. Harris n and CIai.
borne counties, the repudiotors have tlec
t, .heir members Of the Legislature, be-
ing whig less of two members. In Ad
ans anu Warren COUNTIES the wings have
succeeded.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
Ed,

On Thursday last, by The Rev. Mr.. Douglass, Mr.
JoHS SUTTos, Jr., of this couHty to Miss SARAH
RoBERTs, daughter of the late Vim. Roberts Of
Jefferson county.
On Tuesday evening last, by the Rev. Lewis F
Wilson, Mr. MAGsUs L. SEoDGRAss, TO Miss ASN
VI .PoRrERFIELD, ell of this county.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

A WING TRIUMPH. the special
election in Lumpkin county, Georgia Il
ill the vacancy in the House of Repre-
sentaives of Mr. Matthews, deceas' d
Stephen Douglass Crane was elected over
his two Locofoco competitors. Mr.. G.
has for many years done good and faith
ful service in the ranks oi the seli-sty led
Democracy, but, having recently seen
the error OF his way, has renounced Lo-
cofocoism and enlisted under the banner
Of the gallant Harry of The West," and
proclaim himself hencefUrth WHrG.--
Augusta Chronicle.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
FOR SALE.

II HAVE for sale an excellent BUGGY and
IL Harness, nearly new, good Mich Cow, and
several Stoves, amongst which, 10 good F rank
lin Stove. Any of the above articles will be sold
very low for cash six months credit. the
purchaser giving bond with good security. have
also for hire for six months, very good Female
Servant.
nov 30-tf JOHN HI. LIKENS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

Gen. John c. Crump (Whig) has been
elected 20 the Senate of Virginia from the
Norfolk District to Gil the vacancy occa-
stoned IN that body by the resignation oil
Col. James II Langhoiue.
NEw. HAVEN, Conn, elected on Mon
day her Wing Ticket of Town Officers
by 500 MINORITY arger than has been
gwen in a Town Election for many years,
il ever. Highest wing vote, 99f high.
est Loco, 4s5--majority 500, which is
very nearly the average. GOOD for New
Haven Now for the State next April
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

The FLAG STAFF. The reply OF Mr..
Clay, relative 10 the procuring OF Staff
for the Banner, TO DO exhibited at the great
May Convention. is addressed, says the
Frederick Examiner, 40 MIR. FdbaeSiock,
which is German word meaning flag stat
quite a coincidence"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30
Rope Mandatory.

GEORGE G.ASSIlAlM0
Manufacturer Of every description Of Ropes, such
as MiH and Wen Ropes. Bed and Sash Cords,
Plough Lines, Haiters, all kinds Urine, SC,
Ii EGS leave to inform the citizens of Martins
ID burg and vicinity that he has commenced the
manufacture of the above articles, in Burke street,
opposite the Depot, and is ready to supply persons
with any article in his line.
O'Country Merchants in this and the neghbor-
ing States be supplied at short notice, and on
the most accommodating terms.
Martinsburg, Nov 80, l843.-3m
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

GODEY's LADY'S BOOK.-The December
No. of this valuable periodical has come to hand,
rich in reading matter. and masnihcen'ly embei'h'
sd-superior to any Of the former Nos.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-11-30

William S. Chrse, convicted at Cum.
berland, Md. Of the murder Of Abraham
Frey, was hung at that place on Friday.
The execution was witnessed by large
number of persons.