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speaker; all who have heard him will long re-
collect his deep, clear, and musical voice-his
animated and emphatic manner. gentleman
now holding an important Office in the West,
General Wilson,) himself an eloquent speaker,
after hearing one of his speeches on the floor OF
Congress, in describing the scene said, " As he
talked on, and talked on, his words flowing like
the bubbling over of the waters of the spring,
thought if | could speak like that man, had the
wealth of ten thousand worlds, would barter it
as would one copper"
An anecdote somewhat Illustrative of some
points in Mr.. Cay's character is told Of his first
appearance in the Supreme Court at Washington.
The State of Kentucky having a case pending in
that Court, retained him to argue it. The day
having arrived for the hearing, much sensation
was excited to hear it, and the courtroom was
filled to OVERLOOKING, many supposing that the
youthful and inexperienced advocate would be
embarrassed. At the time appointed he arose,
and with complete sef-possesson commenced his
argument. After going short time, he stop
ped short, walked up in front Of the Court, took
pinch Of snuff out Of snuf.box lying before one
of the Judges, cooly remarking, Il perceive your
honor sticks to the Scotch yet" stepped back,
and went on with his speech. Considering the
forms and dignity which surround that learned
tribunal, this was novel scene One Of the
judges afterwards remarked that no other man in
the country could have done it.
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BOSTON ACADEMY'S COLLECTION OF
ID CHURCH MUSIC, consisting Of the most pop

ACAOEMI . OOLLEO llON OF
ID CHURCH MUSIC consisting Of the most pop
ular psalm and hymn tunes, anthems, sentences,
chants, &c., old and new together with many beau
tiful pieces, tunes and anthems, selected from the
masses and other works of Haydn, Mozart, Beetho-
ven, Pergoles Righini, Cherubin, and other dstin-
pushed composers, arranged and adapted to English
words expressly for that work. Published under
the direction of the Boston Academy of Music.
THE SOCIAL CHOIR, designed for class book
for the domestic CIRCLE consisting Of selections of
music from the most distinguished authors among
which are the names Of Haydn, Bellini, Rossin, C.
M. Won Weber, Auber, Boieldieu, and Mazznghi,
with several original pieces of music by the editor,
and many beautiful extracts of poetry have been
made from Mrs. Hemans, T. Moore, Sir Walter
Scott, Dr. s. Gray, jun, J. c. Pray jun and others,
in 3 volumes, price 80 per set, single ~.
THE GOSPEL HARMONIST, collection OF
Sacred Music; consisting Of tunes of all metres and
also sentences, anthems for variety of occasions,
chants, &c., being selection from the best authors
with many original tunes and anthems composed ex-
pressly for the work by professors and amateurs of
this country to which is pre6xed, Familiar Intro
duction to the Art of Singing on the Pestalozzian
system, designed for the aid of those who arc en-,
tirely unacquainted with the science Of music by
Thomas Whittemore.
CARMINI SACRA, or Boston Collection Of
Church Music comprising the most popular psalm
and hymn tunes in general use, by Lowell Mason
For sale at the book and stationery store of
R. FARNHAM,
dec O. corner Of 1lth 1t. and Penn nv
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THE WONDERFUL. CURES

THE WONDERFUL CURES
Per-
form
ed by Dr.
SWAYNE'S
Compound Syrup
Of Wild Cherry, in
Pulmonary CONSUME
TON, have excited the as
constituent of all who have wit
messed its marvellous effects; there is
no account of medicine from the earliest
ages furnishing parallel; the almost
miraculous cures effected by this
extraordinary medicine, are I'M
precedented. One among
the many certificates
may be seen
below.
CINCINNATI, Feb. Is, 1910.
DR.. SwAYNE-Dear Sir:
DERMIT me to take the liberty of writing to you
i at this time to express my appreciation, and to
recommend to the attention of heads of families and
others your invaluable medicine-the Compound
Syrup Of Frunus Virginiana, or Wild Cherry Bark
In my travels of late, have seen, in great many
instances, the wonderful effects of your medicine in
relieving children of very obstinate complaints such
as Coughing, Wheeling, Choking of Phlegm, Asth-
matte attacks, &C., &c. l should not have written
this letter, however, at present, although have felt
it my duty to add my testimony to it for some time,
had it not been for a late instance where the medi
cine above alluded to was instrumental in restoring
to perfect health an "onIy child" whose case was
almost hopeless, in family of my acquaintance. "
thank Heaven" said the doatlng mother, "my child
is saved from the jaws Of DEATH" and now say and
believe that beyond all doubt, DR. Swayne's Com
pound Syrup Of Wild Cherry is the most valuable
medicine in this or any other country am certain
] have witnessed more than one hundred cases where
it has been attended with complete success. am
using it myself in an obstinate attack of Bronchitis in
which it proved enectual in an exceedingly short
time, considering the severity Of the case | can
commend it in the fullest confidence of its superior
virtues; l would advise that no family should be
without it it is very pleasant and always beneficial
worth double, and often ten times its price, The
public are assured there is no quackery about it.
R. JACKSON, ID.
Formerly Pastor
of the First Presbyterian Church, NY.
In districts where Calomel and Quinine have been
too freely made use Of in bilious complaints &C., DR.
Swayne's Compound Syrup Of Wild Cherry, will pre-
vent their evil effects on the system, and act a
strengthening Alternative and improve the Bilious
functions.
CAUTION.-All preparations from this valuable
tree except the original Dr.. S,caymes Compound Syrup
Of Wild Cherry fictitious and counterfeit. Prepared
only by Dr. S,oaae whose office is now removed to
NJ W. corner Of Eighth and Race Streets Philadelphia
Sold by VIM. Stabler & Co, in Alexandria; G. M.
Sothoron in Georgetown; John Ham, Point of Rocks,
Md the Rev. Isaac P. Cook, No. SO, Baltimore ST.,
and ]. w. s. r. w. Davis, Baltimore, Md. f. J..
Stansbury, Annapolis, Md /; and by
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nARBY'S UNIVERSAL GEOGRAPHICAL
~ DICTIONARIES description of the
Empires Kingdoms, States, Provinces, Cities, Towns
Forts, Seas, Harbors, Rivers, Lakes, Mountains,
Capes, &c., in the known world with the govern
ment, CUSTOMS and manners of the inhabitants; the
extent, boundaries and natural productions of each
country and the trade, manufactures, and curoses
of the cities and towns. Third edition, with ample
additions and improvements. This day published
and for sale by r. FARNHAM,
dec Bookseller, Penn. corner 18th ST.
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r ADY'S BOOK OF FLOWERS AND POETRY;
IL to which is added Botanical Introduction,
complete Floral Dictionary, and Chapter on Plants
in Rooms. Edited by Lucy Hooper. A new edition
with plates Just received and for sale at the book
store of r. FARNHAM,
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Printing paper, wrapping paper
Binders and trunk boards
Russia, calf, and sheep skins
Writing paper, drawing paper
Visiting and business cards, playing cards
Drawing materials, fancy articles, perfumery
Fishing tackle and Irvine, writing desks
Work boxes, blank books, Portfolios, snuff
Smoking and chewing tobacco, segars, sc
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CAL miscellaneous and Juvenile works, bibles, prayer,
and hymn books of every denomination, Catholic,
Protestant, Sxc.) at the lowest northern prices.
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BRITISH LUSTRE.-2O0 lbs. British Lustro, for
ID cleaning Stoves and Crates, just received at
GILMAN'S,
dsss (iats Toddt) Drug Store,
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WASHINGTON D. c. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 81 1914,

TRESH BUTTER, EGGS &c-The subscriber
l. has Just received choice lot of fresh Table
Butter
AS choice New York Cheese
so dozen Fresh Eggs
200 bushels Mercer Potatoes
Also, for sale, Tamarnds, and choice lot Of
Sweetmeats, Sc, &c.
s. HOLMES,
ian Is 9TH street.
EAMILY GROCERIES,. HOLMES has now
l. received his full supply Of Fall and Winter
Goods, comprising complete assortment His
stock of fresh teas sugars spices, fruits, Coffee but
ter, cheese, cranberries, apples, buckwheat, and
family -four, mackerel, salmon smoked and picked,
&C., &c., is worthy of attention, which he respect
fully invites. Seventh street, nearly opposite thu
Patriotic Bank dec 8
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TIME GOVERNMENTAL REGISTER, AND
1 WASHINGTON DIRECTORY, by A. RENT
EEL. This compilation contains every thing Of es-
sential utility that is comprehended in the "Blue
Book |" including the names of all housekeepers in
the city of Washington, and an original Official Dir
rectory, &c.
The trade abroad, or others, may be supplied by
communicating with the compiler, or JNo I. Tow
Frs, publisher, at the Office of the Wing Standard.
nov 6-H
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CTONE WARE Bath Brick, Paste and Liquid
- Backing. For sale by S. HOLMES,
dec l6-- 7th street.
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Gin Hall, .New York, June 81, 1874;

City Hall, .Nsp York, June 81, l843.
Messrs have repeatedly used your Candy for
coughs and colds, and always found relief but official
duties prevented me from ring to you before. But
as have lately been cuied of the influenza, cannot
withhold from recommending the same to the public.
/ am yours, truly,
ROBT. H. MORRIS.
Messrs Pease Sons, as Division street.
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TRESH RICE PEARL BARLEY, VERMICEL-
i LA, RICE FLOUR, TAMARINDS, &c.--For
sue by S. HOLMES,
dec To- 7h street.
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DROUT AND MATHER'S PRINTING INK,
/ book and news, always on hand, and sold at their
nr;ces. r. FARNHAM,
now corner 1th st. and Penn. av.
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.7lbany, JHdy IL, IS42.
Gentlemen: You will pardon me for the delay in
replying to your letter of the l4th ultimo and ack
nowledging the receipt of box Of your Clarified Es
sence of Hoarhound Candy
Allow me to thank you for this kind respect, and
to express the hope that will be literally patron
lied in your efforts for the public The article got
up in beautiful style, and is highly commended by
those who have had occasion to use it.
Your obdt serv't,
Messrs Pease g. Sons WIN. G.. BOUCK.
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Messrs. Pease s. Sons.

Washington, April 6, l843.
The President desires me to return Messrs. Pease
& Sons his Acknowledgements and very sincere thanks
for the box of Candy received at their hands. He
has used it with much benefit to himself, as remedy
for cold and cough. am, with very much respect,
JOHN TYLER, jr., Private Secretary.
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CAMPHINE OIL, GLASSES, AND WICKS.-
" / have this day received fresh supply of the
above. ,.r
dec q. -. VlhtMAN'
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TTOARHOUND CANDY.--The subscriber has
Ii recently been appointed agent for the sale of
Peases Hoarhound Candy. He could speak from per-
sonal knowledge Of its beneficial effects in Of
severe cold coughs, Sc, but lest he may be deemed
an interested witness, he adduces the following,
among numerous other testimonies, to the same i'm
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

LOST HIS WIFE.-A case Of novel
character came up before Judge Parsons
IN Phlladelphia, few days since, on a
writ OF habeas corpus. About a week
snce NJ ssSusanah Derbyshre, was united
n The bonds of matrimony to MIR. james
Hutchinson. A day or two after the mar.
rage, the young lady left her husband, and
returned 10 her fathers house The hus-
band finding that he could not prevail up-
on her to return and live with him, sued
outa writ ofhabeas corpus against her faith
er, TO compel him to show cause why he
detained her in custody. The father de.
MED the allegation, as die also the young
lady. The Judge decided, that as the
Young lady was of age, she was at perfect
liberty either 10 return to her husband. or
remain with her father. She preferred
the latter, much to the chagrin and disap.
poiniment oflhe husband and left the cour,
with that determination.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

AZ recent meeting oil the citizens Of
Buf'lo held for the purpose e I, rm,, z
a Clay Club, the following reso ulion,
smong others, was adopted.
Resolned. Tha, in the spontaneous nom.
nation Of HENRY CLAY, by the People,
We recognize finn determination TO pro-
tect Their own interests Us we'll as 10 20
justice T. thu great Stat sn,pn who, alike
IN the snDsh n Of success and und,r the
clouds OF disast 7, has ST ,od by our cause
with unwavering fidelity; who has exhib.
ted in the various stations of a lorg public
lie an ability, eloquence and integrity IN.
surpassed; whose MEASURES are well de-
fined, and identified with The glory and
prosperity Of our common country, and
whose elevation TO the prosperity Of our
common country, and whose elevation TO
the Presidency will conf honor on our
land and secure its most valuable inter.
ests.
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SliSteCCdneouS.

A NOVEL DuN.-Printers are inge-
NOUS fellows 10 the way OF inventng
duns tor their patrons; but the following
from the East .4ldbamian, rather excels
any thing we have zen in the way of
originality. Who would dare 10 owe a
printer after reading it?
''ln our opinion one Of The punishments
that some people will find prepared for
them in TwtaruS, will be to be chased
round and round its goomy circumference,
by the ghosts of Printers. Imagine, rea.
der, how YOU would feel, going IT, in the
marshes of Styx, at your EXTREMIST pace.
i"lowed by the shadow ola defunc. pub.
usher, with a sharp stick in one hand
and bundle Of unreceipted accounts in
the other Now you sink in the sulpher
bog for rccollect you are the Oh ST nr
well fed man--while the greyhound.
IKE spirit OF your starved creditor Jobs you
with his stick in the region OF honor ur.
ges YOU on Remember too. this will he
no single dash for mile but that il will
be continued until your executors or heirs
balance the books on earth I"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

A LoNG-LIvED LADY.-The Dubuque
Express OF the 29th of December, savs:
Mrs. BUTTERwoRTH, thu mother of one
Of our most cs''mabe citizens, attended
church on Christmas day, leaning upon
the arm Of our worthy Mavor. This la j..
dy is aged about one hundred and SEVEN
teen; "Ed is remarkably active for per.
son Of thHt age. She remembers distinct.
ly of the battle Of Culoden, and of the
Pretender ESCAPING md attempting 10 Sc
crete himself in iceland. A few years
ago she danced quite briskly at tho we'd
ding of her son."
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

HENRY CtAy.-The citizens Of New.
bern, N. c., without distinction Of party,
assembled on the Goth inst mt, and adopt.
ed the following preamble and resolutions
by accIams,ion,
Whereas the Hon. Henry CLAY has
accepted an invitation to visit the State
of North Carolina in the course of the
ensuing Spring, and the citizens Of New.
bern, withou, distinction Of party, are de.
sirous Of testifying their respect for his
character as a man, and their high estima.
lion of his services as Statesman:
Therefore, Resolved, That we heartily
rejoice that this distinguished American
citizen has consented to come among US,
and as public manifestation of our high
regard and affectoDate feelings for him,
do Cordially unite in rendering to him the
Inequalities Of our town.
RESOLVED, That committee be appoint.
ed BY the Chair to express to Mr.. Clay
the feelings ard sentiments OF the people
of Newbern towards him, and to invite
him TO visi. said town at such time Us may
best suit his convenience.
The Chairman of the meeting, the Hon.
WILLIAM Fl. WASHINGTON, III appoint
ed committee OF nineteen to correspond
with Mr.. CLAY, and tender him the hos.
pl,nlitles Of Newb.rn.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

BENEvoLENcE.-I reverence the man.
says the eloquent Dean Kerwan, whose
gcntl" spirit flies out to soo,he the mourn
er; whose ear is attentive to the voice of
sorrow; whose pttance is shared among
those who are not the worlds friends;
whose bountiful hand scatters food TO the
hungry, and gives rsiment 10 the max ed;
and whose peaceful steps, as he journeyeth
on his way, are blessed again by the up
lifted eva Of thankful indulgence, and the
sounds Of honest gratitude, from the lips
OF the unfortunate.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

On Thursday last, the 10Th instant, our
esteemed fallow.ci,izen, the venerable Mr.
JouN }. VAN Voasr, entered upor the
one hundred and fourth year Of his age.
Gifted nv nature with hcal,hful and Wig.
orous con'ti'n'ion. Mr.. Van Voast has
lived fe OF aetivty. sobrctv. and tenn.
per"nce As c NJ qnence If these vir
tues he has scqred decent prope,tv, md
appears (" have had his full share OF hap
pncss. -Schenectady Cabinet.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

QUEER SDnLE.-That eccentric NOR
tai, Lord Timothy Dexter, said many Gu,
rous thiuga, but his idea Of ingraritude
is the richest thing of the kind we ever
met with. "Hang TINT fellow" sal his
lordship one day, while speaking of a
neghbor, whom he had bafriended, with.
out being thanked, che is like hog IN.
der tree, eating acorns, but never thinks
Of looking up to see where they come
from.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

AN lcNoBLR SpIRIr.--We are inf rmed
that the few remaining mechanics, IN the
Navy Yard, have b en- discharged, WITH
The exception of seven; the causr assign,
being the lare proof. from that quarter, o!
the popularity enjoyed by DAVID Henshaw.
lit 10 lot an autocratical .x~rcis OF
temp 1iary power, we wouli nsk Mr.. Ty.
Ter what is! Can the mind OF our Oh eli
Magistrate, be so susceptible TO the infiu.
ence of petty and despicabe revenge, as
this fact woul demonstrated In so ,th, a
few cltz rs We're audaclous enough 10
eVince their approval On an unse my
manner,we ADMIT Of the rejection Of one
OF the pets which the captain has been fat
ienng Tor fight, and they are thrown out
upon The The world, house,ss, homeless.
mcndlcanis. o. unprecedented m ,gna-
nlmlty ofour stee-heartcd officials!- Cnp-
iioI
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WIsE's DIsTRIcT.- Richmond
Wing of Monday says:-We express tn
conf lent opinion confirm d by the most
recent intelligence, that Mr. CT y will not
fall behind General Harrison Two hundred
votes in contes, with Van Buren,, in
Mr.. Wlse's ID siic,, il he docs a single
one; tina, MIR. Wise, himself il he takes
the stump, cannot change that result; or
even if he could, that il would not affect
the vote of Virginia.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

We see il stated that the Wigs Of She.
nandoah county, Va, determined to keep
pace with the fashion;, have forme a
Clay Club. We are right glad TO hear il.
In / $40 The vote stood for Van Buren, L.
Is, Harrison 1902! There is some room
for act on IN the dark and oenigh,ed 10Th
Legion of Democracy. Let them Lave
light-eiroulste the documents. - Hash.
ingion Wig Standard
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1844-02-08

The Clay Club of Clarke County,
Virginia, has appointed fifty. five delegates
to attend The Young Mems Convention of
Ratification, to be held in this city next
May.
A Wing meeting was held a, Lsncas.
ter, Pennsylvania, on the ooh instant, a,
which three hundred delegates we're ap.
pointed to the Young Mems Convention.
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APPRECIATION EXTRAORDINARY

APPRECIATION ExTRAoRDINARY.-
"Mamma," exclaimed beautiful grl,
who had suffered atfectaton to obscure
the liule intellect she possessed, "what is
that long gresn thing lying on the dish
before youl"
"a cucumber. my beloved Georgiana,"
replied the mamma, with a bland smile Of
appreciation on her darlng's commenda-
BILE curiosity.
"a cucumber gracious goodness, my
dear mamma, how very extrOoriinary!-
always imagined, until this moment, tina,
they grew in slices"