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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-10-05
Y.gLvTS. OILS, sc.

PAINTS, OILS, sc.
500 lbs. White Lead in Oil, No. /;
100 do Dry White Lead;
so do Red Lead, Painters;
200 do Spanish Brown;
$50 do Venetian Red;
400 do Spanish Whiting; so do Lithsrge;
30 gals. Linseed Oil;
30 do Spirits Turpentine;
Is do Copal varnish; 10 do Japan Varnish;
rs lbs Lamp Black. .
For sale by WILLIAM DOhshl'
Inne / ls43 DRUGGIsT.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-10-05
GEORGIA. RotH siDrs.
The Charleston Mercury gives The fol-
lowing TEN OF news from Georgia;
Extract of letter from Georgia.

The Charleston Mercury gives The ioi-
lowing item OF news from Georgia
Extract of letter from Georgia.
You can inform your Carplina friends
that Georgia is Calhoun to the back bone,
notwithstanding the prating Of the '.Sa.
vannah Republican" to tie contrary, -
The late Alderman's election in Savan.
nah is no criterion we will give the CT
DERITEs the whole Of Catham al the DC
tuber election, and then btai them from
to 5000 votes for Governor and Con-
gressmen.
The Sarannah Republicans remarks up
ON this:
1.-The proof Of the pudding" says an
old saw, as in tie eating" We shall see
when the election comes,
The same paper elsewhere observes:
"OuR Prospects. letter was yes
lerday received in this city, from one OF
the most distinguished men IN tins State,
who SAYS lie has reliable inform Il n ON
twenty counties near him, N which the
Wings are cert in of succ, IS. A res ''ue
determination on the part OF the Wings,
and disapyroba,ion Of Coo, er's nomna-
ton by numerous Democrats, nre The mo-
wing causes. Tie letter writ sets down
our majoti'y al 5000 at lie st "
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-10-05
BRUSHES.

a LARGE assortment of Paint Brushes Sash
n Tools; Teeth Brushes Cloth Brushes; Hair
Brushes. for sale cheap by WIN. DORSEY
July 10, l843.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-10-05
WINDOW GLASS.

NUsT received on consignment 80 boxes 10 by
- l2 and 8 by 10 window glass, for sale at man
utacturers, prices by ,,,.o.,
April6 1913
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-10-05
CASTOR OIL.

AZ CALLS. FRESH CASTOR OIL; for sale
Il - in any quantity by
WIN. DORSEY,
June |, 1913 Druggist.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1843-10-05
A Fine Quality Of Hats.

NNHICH will be sold at Baltimore prices. at
w the store of S. NJ. & A. X. PElSER.
luna
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
RIP VAN WINKLE.

The Wings Of North Carolina, assembled in
convention at Raleigh, have commenced, in good
earnest, their portion of the labors of the ap-
preaching campaign. From the account of their
proceedings which we have seen in the Raleigh
Register as well as from letters received in this
city, we can have no misgivings as to the pre-
vailing political sentiment in the old North State.
We have not space for the entire account pub
lished in the Register, we wish we had, because
i, shows that the Wings there mean not to call
upon Hercules, but to put their own shoulders 10
the wheel. Hon. WILLIAM A. GRAHAM, of Or.
ange, is the nominee for Governor Nessrs.
GEORGE Z. BADGER and EDWARD B. DUDLEY are
delegates to represen, the State, at large, in the
National Convention. The assemblage was adj
dressed by Messrs. Bryan, Cherry, Manly, and
Waddell, and in the evening the hospiable man
sion of Governor Morehead was thrown open,
where the enjoyment of the occasion was en-
hanced by the presence of ladies whose appro-
wing smile everywhere follows the efforts of the
"law and order" party.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

DISCOVERY IN MExlco-The Phila. Chronicle
says that discovery has transpired that will
crafty the antiquarian and the philosopher A
letter has been received from the sub-prefect Of
Trotian in the department Of Oajaca, announc-
ing the discovery of the ruins Of a former city
near Oajaca. The ruins are situated in valley
called las Juntas, in the environs of the village
of Quiotefec. The account Of the sub-prefect
displays little Of the scientific knowledge requir-
ed for so interesting matter. He describes
several vast edifces, but gives US no data by
which we can decide as to the remote antiquity
Of that city.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
EUROPE-HER DEBTS. =

The debts Of Europe, is the subject Of an in
tcres,ing article 10 the last number Of Hunts
Magazine. From this it appears that every ma.
lion in Europe, without exception, is heavily in
debt. Each Of the petty German States pays a
large amount Of interest. The aggregate Of the
debts of the thirty-nne sovereignties is 1O,499,-
10000 German dollars, equal to 80 cents of our
currency. The English debt swallows up in in
terest, more than one half of the revenue out Of
which it is to be supported Debt about f8OO,-
,0O0--interest f2S, 100000 a year. 1t would
require ten millions year for eighty years to
pay the principal of this immense debt. We
extract from the full table the following esti-
mates Of the debts Of the larger powers:
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
Mr., CLAY.

The Wing papers generally are giving timely
notice to Mr.. Clay's numerous correspondents,
that his franking privilege ceased on the day previ-
Gus to the meeting of Congress. /, is not supposed
that any one will think Of burthenng him with
the postage of their letters. Mr.. Clay will
spend considerable portion of the winter in
New Orleans, where he is called by important
professional business that will occupy his time
and attention
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
MR.. CALHOUN.

The Now York Evening Post publishes the
following curious extract from letter written at
w ashington to the editor:
81 have conversed with many Of the friends
OF Mr. Calhoun in this place, who inform me
that both he and those who are most interested
tor his success have given up all expectation OF
his being candidate for the Presidency at the
next election. Greatly as his friends admire his
abilities and his virtues, and intensely as they
desire TO see him at the head of the nation,
whose affairs they are confident he would nobly
and worthily administer, they are convinced
that the-large majority of the Democratic party
throughout the Union have for the present fixed
their eyes upon another candidate. They admit
that Mr.. Calhoun, in the present state of public
opinion, would not obtain a nomination from
any convention Of party, however constituted.
They began to entertain this opinion when
they saw the result of the Georgia election, and
II has only been confirmed by all subsequent
Indications
"One of these gentlemen from the South, who
Is not accustomed to speak rashly or al random,
said IN my presence, Mr. Calhoun's friends
have no longer any hope of seeing him Presi-
dent Of the United States His geographical
position torbids il. Whatever may be his merits
or his services, he does not belong TO the right
quarter Of the Union to be advanced 10 the Ex-
ecu,ive chair
Some attempts were made 10 defend the
North and West against this implied satire on
their intolerance, but the gentleman persisted IN
saying that the elevation of Mr.. Calhoun to the
Presidency was an event which he no longer ex-
pected. He will now,' added he, probably
return to the Senate. Mr.. McDutfie's health is
declining, and unless some change take place
for the better, he must resign, and Mr.. Calhoun
will come to Washington in his place. His
friends will support the person nominated by the
Baltimore Convention"
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
MR.. ADAMS.

The venerable John Quincy Adams still con-
tlnues to set worthy example 10 the younger
members of the House of Representatives by a
puncual and constant attendance upon the House
during its sttings, notwithstanding the state of
his health, which we are sorry to observe is
quite infirm. His mind, however, partakes not
Of the inhrmity Of his body: that bright gem
still retains It's original lustre, though the cas-
ket winch contains II gives evidence of decay.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

TExAs.--Adyices have been received at New
Orleans from Galveston to the 30th of November.
The U. S. schooner Flirt returned to Calves
ton from Vera Cruz. on the 22d ull. She brougat
letters from the U. S. Minister in Mexico to
Gen. Murphy, our Charge in Texas; but the
nature Of the dispatches had not transpired.
A second attempt was made, on the 22d ult.
to sell the vessels of the Texan navy BY public
auction; but without success--no bid being Of
fered. Nearly the entire population of Calves
ton, including the military companies, attended
the sale, but there was no violence or disturbance
of the peace.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
l. OCAL N E w S.
ST. MATTHEW'S CATHOLIC FAIR.

We beg leave to call public attention TO the
fact, that on Wednesday evening, December 20,
the ladies of ST Matthew's congregation, in this
city, wall open FAIR, for the sale Of fancy and
of useful articles at Carusi's saloon. The object
which the ladies propose to themselves in thus
coming before the public for share of patron
age, is TO erect suitable dwelling for the Pastors
OF their Church; the necessity of which is OBJ
vious to all who are in the slightest degree ac-
quainted with the manner in which those reve-
rend gentlemen have thus far been accommo.
dated. a54at ffEFetNs-Y
For several months these estimable ladies
have devoted their industry with unceasing at
tention to this laudable object the result of
their continued exertions does credit, no less to
the heart than the skill of each of them. We
have been favored with glimpse of some of
the articles thus prepared, and I'VE can conf
denty say, that never have more useful and
more beautiful articles been offered for sale at
any Fair given in this city. Two splendid sets
OF tapestry work, consisting, one, Of ottomars
stools, lable-cover, 6re-screens, &c. the other
OF kneeing stools, splendid sofa or union chair,
composed of three beautifully worked ottomans
or chairs, which, when united, form splendid
sofa I; and Of every variety Of tapestry work, the
beautiful production Of innocence, youth, and
beauty. Nor, as we are informed, is the fancy
alone concerned but, to suit the taste Of all,
articles Of wearing apparel for old and young
will form portion Of the display. To all, we
would say, go-aid by your presence and mite
the cause Of worth and Of charity. The smiles
of lovely woman, the kind wishes of those YOU
will assist, and the consciousness of having done
good work, will amply repay you
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
COLDS-THE GRIPPE

We are sorry TO have observed many of the
members OF Congress suffering with colds, or a
species OF the Grippe, since their arrival here
taken, we presume, by exposure on the way or
from change of atmosphere and lodgings
Among those who have suffered longest and
most with this uncomfortable inHic,ion, is the
President OF the Senate, the Honorable Mr..
Mangum.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

usCcitdm tueoc 6lmple Iacto, WniCn require q
competent engineer, and an honest and sensible
man, is the sole business of Gov. Davis and the
German engineer who is appointed with him.
And this il is, which constitutes that immense
traud-that horrible g British Interference" in
elections, about which the hollow-hearted Globe
pra,es SO loudly.
The Nute Of Illinois is deeply interested in
the completion of the canal which is 10
connect the northern lakes with the waters Of
the Mississippi, and, if completed it is believed
that the canal property and the canal will not
only repay the amount necessary to complete il,
bu, also will reimburse the State for large por-
tion of the debt which Is now depressing her,
and which has partly been contracted in con-
slructing that work.
The Globe, BY charging the appointment Of
Governor Davis 10 the political interference Of
foreigners, is endeavoring 10 prejudice the people
Of Illinois against any report he may make
They are also calling the attention Of their read
ers IN Illinois to look out, lest that Democratic
State be bought up by Wings and foreigners,
(for the Globe always seems to take it for granted
that the Democracy can be bought up if only
enough is bid for them.) Their attack is also
calculated 10 prevent the completion of the ca
nal more than any other course they could pur-
sue, as the bondholders abroad will reason that,
if the appointment Of an agent is sought to be
used for political capital, much more will the
advancement Of any money 10 complete that
work be set down to the account Of foreign
interference.
If we are not grossly mistaken, the question
Of completing that canal has always been
hobby with the Locofocos in Illinois. The
hands who have been laboring on that work
have uniformly voted the Locofoco ticket, and
at the last Presidential election cast more votes
for Mr.. Van Buren, than he had of majority in
the State. The Locofoco Governor and Com
missioners have for months been ,rafficking with
the foreign bondholders, to try TO get them to
advance money sufficient to go on with the ca
nal, with the double purpose, as is generally
believed, Of not only completing that work, but
Of also having the political assistance Of the
laborers on the canal in the ensuing elections
And yet, with all these facts well known to the
Globe, that paper recklessly charges the ap-
pointrnent Of an agent, which was done at the
urgent request Of the Locofoco Governor and
Commissioners Of Illinois, as an attempt of TO-
regneTs 10 interfere in our elections in behalf of
the Wings The charge is not only unfounded,
but is absurd and ridiculous. Certainly no man
would causelessly alege that British gold bought
up American votes, unless he was prepared to
sell out himself if he could meet with an offer.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

CorToN.-A letter dated at Savannah, the Sth
instant, from an experienced merchant, says
"The crop will certainly be two million bales,
and a statement Of the quantity Of cotton on
hand sums up to 325,000 bales. Some specula-
tors will, therefore, have their fingers burnt.
The letter above quoted farther says, "The cot
ton is of unusually good quality"
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

Hon. JOHN M. NlLEs.-The Hartford (Ct.)
Journal mentions report that the Hon. John M.
Niles, who has been for some months past un-
der the care Of DR.. A. Brigham, at Utica, New
York, has SO far recovered his health as to con-
template taking his seat in the United States
Senate in the course Of a few weeks. The edi-
tors, however, think that the report is not well
founded.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

We learn from the Baltimore Clipper that the
brig Vermillion, Captain Bacon, sailed from that
port on Saturday morning for Venezuela, having
on board superb diving bell, manufactured at
the foundry Of Mr.. Watchman, of that city, for
the purpose of seeking treasures from the deep
cayerns and coral beds Of the waters Of the Span
ish Main, and elsewhere.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
dec l5-dtJl Corner l4th and L streets.

CAUTION TO SOUTHERN TR.4VELLERS
i'HE undersigned travellers from the South regret
Il having the occasion to publish an instance of de-
ceptlon and imposition practiscd upon them by the
agents of the Petersburg Railroad Company al Wei
don, n c., on the evening Of the llth instanl On
arriving from the South at Weldon, they were met
by the clamorous opportunities for patronage from
the agents of the two lines Of travel northward
Avarg ourselves Of the offer Of the SO called Mail
Line" 10 take us through to Washington for 50 each
we embarked in that line and advanced as far a,
Garey's, about three miles, where we were invited
TO sup, and called upon to purchase tickets AT this
time, in an inclement night and at point where we
pleasure of the railroad agents, we surprised by
made the proposals to us at Weldon, that we could
not obtain through tickets nor, in fact any tickets
for the price he had himself stipulated; but that we
must take tickets for short distances, and pay at the
rate of $40 IS fare to Washington, or be put to The
Inconvenience Of getting back to Weldon IN the rain
as we could, and being delayed at least two DAYS.
nder the circumstances, we were reluctantly COM
PEELED to submit to the imposition Of the agents.
In the hope that our experience may serve as a
useful caution TO travellers arriving at Weldon and
without meaning to dsparage other parts Of the route
we have felt constrained to make this publication.
THos. ALLEN, st. LOUIS, Mo.
3 Tnos SuLLY, jr. Philadelphia.
Epw. j. BLACK, Georgia.
T. II. CUSHING, N. H.
N. w COLLIER, Georgia.
tf1 r. CHAPMAN, Alabama
A JOHNSTON, Quincy, Ill
Washiussoa, Dec ~, ls43--n
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

liam Thompson, steward--all Of New York.
The survivors were taken to Nassau, and provid-
ed with clothing by our Consul there. The cap
tain and mate took passage in the Advent,
bound to Washington, N. c., where they arriv-
ed on Friday last, and reached here on Monday
evening. They narrowly escaped another wreck,
the Advent being dsmasted in a gale in the
Gulf M @
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
ARRIVALS AT. THE PRINCIPAL HOTELS.
DECEMBER Ia, 1913.

INDIAN QUEEN (BRowN's) HOTEL
John Middleton, jr., and Charles Johnson and lady,
Philad; VIM 7. Mason, A. G. Shepherd, Major
Wallace, r. t. Luckett, Or. Cant and two ladies',
Geo. y. Powell, and II. G. Powell, Va; James De-
lacour, D. Moore, and JAS Johnson, Baltimore; W.
Wetmore, CT; d. Asna, and Mr., Lurarsaga, Quay
aquiI; VIM. b King, and Henry Leonard, Tutheld ;
Henry Cox, Windsor; c. r Wlnfrey, c. E. Draper,
and James II Wrimphey, N. y; I. d. Harris, Ga !;
John Luckett, d. G..
CITY (TUiLER's) HOTEL.
Mr. Foster, Va; Lieut.. b. w. Frobel, us. R. S. !;
N. J. Mcclure, N. H.
EUROPEAN (GALABRuNs) HOTEL.
James Kelly, N. r.; w. Stevens, Trieste; Signor
francesca Calnesso, and Madame A. G.. File, Of the
Italian Opera.
EXCHANGE (TYLER's) HOTEL.
John .. Rodgers, Del; Richard d. Jones, N Y.
TEMPERANCE (BEERs's) HOTEL
}. Churchill, New York; James Mott and J E.
Cromwell Leng Island; I. B. Avery, N. II.
VIRGINIA (swEErMG's) HOTEL r
U. Glasscock, J. A. Ish, Nj. Garrett, t. Scott w.
Fletcher, and J. Rodgers, Va; J. Foney, Penn
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

A WREcK.-We learn from the New York
Commercial Advertiser that the ship Birming-
ham, bound to Mobile, struck, on the 9th ult,
on Ellsons Reef, near Harbor island, Tone of the
Bahamas,) and went TO pieces in'six hours. Soon
after she struck, the boats were washed over
board, and as the boats from the shore could no,
reach the wreck on account of the surf the cap
tain and his crew (nineteen in ally had to swim
for it. AS they floated inside the reef, they were
picked up, and all except three reached the
shore in safely. The three lost were Charles
Williams and John Hamilton, sailors, and Viii.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
CLIPPINGS.

Launch ofthe .. s. steam sloop-of-acar Michi-
gan.--The Michigan, built under contract by
Messrs. Stockhouse 4 Tomlinson, Of Piltsburg,
was launched from the navy-ysrd at Erie, Penn
respondent of the Buffalo Gazette gives the fol-
lowing dimensions and properties Of this noble
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

FROM HAYTI-The New York Journal of
Commerce has received full files Of the Port au
Prince papers to the 23d ult. The Constituent
Assembly was still in session, discussing the
adoption OF the various TILES, section by section,
in the project Of constitution prepared by its
committee. Very slow progress had been made.
They were still occupied with defining the prin-
ciples, rights and duties Of the Haytien people.
1t was decided that the whites who took
arms to aid in accomplishing the revolution COM
menced at Praslin in January last, should enjoy
both civil and political rights. But the recogni-
tion Of those rights was to constitute the object
Of special decree, and not to form an article in
the constitution.
Africans, Indians, and the issue of their blood,
are to be admitted to the enjoyment of political
rights, after years residence in Hayti
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

WRECK OF THE MIssoURL---One of the officers
Of the U. S. steamship Missouri, in letter to
the True Sun, states that, by means of sub
marine armor, it has been discovered that the
lively unnjured and will be recovered, and that
after paying salvage it is supposed that property
TO the amount of $l50,000 will be saved from
the wreck
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

Diameter D Of wheel 81 81 !"
She is to be commanded by Commander Will
liam Inman, a gentleman Of experience, who
has been engaged in the navy since 1911. Lieu
tenant j. P. McKinsley second in command.
Welcome Home-Thurlow Weed, ESQ.,, arri-
we'd in this city on Saturday evening by the Hou-
satonic cars. He was received with salute of
artillery, and the warm greetings Of large num-
Der of friends who met him at the depot. After
exchanging salutations with them he was es-
corted to his residence. We cordially welcome
him back to his country, home, and triends.-
Albany Citizen.
DR.. Collyer,s book, the Lights and Shadows
of American Life, has been received at Boston,
and is advertised in the papers. 1t contains some
erich licks" at individuals who have come across
the doctors path, but still it is eulogistic of our
form OF government and our civil institutions.
A Barbados paper of the 10Th ult. says fe-
male shark, measuring eleven feel FIVE and three
quarter inches, was taken on Wednesday last, a
short distance below Hole-Town. On the mon
ster having been cut open, 1t was found TO con.
tain the incredible number Of three hundred and
6fty-sev young ones.
The Savannah Chamber Of Commerce have
drawn up a petition to Congress in relation to
the reduction of postage. The want of re-
form in this particular is felt in all parts Of the
country.
A SUIT against a Bishop.-The New Orleans
Picayme states that the wardens of the church
of ST. Louis, in that city, have instituted suit
against Bishop Blanc, claiming sum of twenty
thousand dollars for not having ratified their ap-
pointment of curate.
An eagle measuring over eight feet from tip to
tip Of the wings was shot in Washington coun-
ty, Pennsylvania, a few days ago. The nails of
its claws were two and half inches in length.
Once it was seen to pounce upon lamb. which
it carried away apparently without difficulty. 1t
was also seen to pounce upon and bear away a
large turkey cock.
ChaHs and Ferer in Iowa.-The Davenport
Gazette of the 23d November has obituary no
tees of the death Of four grown persons q the
same family of "chills and fever" between the
18th and 9th October. A short time before
the family were visited by the editor of the
Hawkeye, and he found they had Just buried
one son, and the corpse of one was then in the
room where the father and sou were sick.
The Sherborne Journal says there are now
living in Administer sixty-two unmarried ladies,
and, awful to relate, only seventeen gentlemen
TO be divided among them.
A railway from Sheffield to Chesterfield. con-
Meeting the Sheffield and Manchester with the
North Midland railway, is in contemplation.
The estimated cost is f250,O00
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

"A CARD.-The subscriber respectfully informs his
"A friends and customers that their accounts will
all be rendered to them the lst January next, and
ne earnestly hopes that all will be prepared to settle
the same either by cash. notes very short dates
hls Is absolutely necessary, in order to enable him
TO meet engagements that are upon him, and which
he can only do by realizing what is due to him.
Those, especially, whose accounts have been long
due, will confer great favor by being ready to sete
the same when called upon.
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15
MARIN E J0U R N AL.
PORT OF GEORGETOWN.
DEcEMBER Ia, 1S43.

ARRIVED.
Packet sloop Friendship Scott, from Philadelphia.
via Alexandria, 10 L. s. J. +. pickrell, and freight
for the District.
Schr. Exit, Abbott, from New York, via Alexan.
dria, to Thomas l. Davis.
CLEARED.
Schr Gladiator, Baker, for Kingston, Jamaica,
with various articles of American produce. by G.
Smith
The Whig standard., 1843-12-15

iLI- THE FREEMEN'S VIGiLANT TOTAL
ABSIlNENt + SOCIETY will meet at the Medical
College on this friday evening, at o'clock
GEO. SAVAGE,
oec lo--lt President.