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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

The Albany Evening journal has the following
notice of pleasing incident which occurred in
Baltimore on the day of The great Wing Con-
ven,ion Of Ratification
From the Citizen.
"The identical American Flag, which foated
over Fort McHeDry during the attack upon Bal
iimore, was displayed before one of the platforms
erected to enable PERSONS TO view The great pro-
cession in Baltimore"
This Flag decorated balcony, erected in front
of the store of Mr.. T.. Hughes Armstead, son
of the gallant Col. Armistead, who commanded
at Fort McHenry during the bonbardnent. 1t is
the identical Star-Spangled Banner" which
gave birth to Mr.. f. S. Keys spirited and patr-
otto song. On The day OF the Grand Procession
when the Delegation from the Albany Clay Club
arrived in front of the balcony about which this
flag was wreatbed. they halted, lowered their
banner, rolled their drums, and gave three hearty
cheers The compliment was acknowledged and
returned by bevy Of Baltimore's fairest daugh-
ters who graced the balcony, and by MIR. Armis
teac himself, than whom Baltimore does no. boast
more whole-souled hospitsble W hig.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
TEXAS MEETING IN BUCKINGHAM.

We learn that on Monday last, meeting
was held at Buckingham Court. house, (being
court-day,) to consider the subject of The i'm
mediate annexation of Texas. Resolutions
favorable to that measure were introduced, and,
on motion of Philip A. Boiling, Esq. were in
definitely postponed, by vote of 70 to So
Col. George Booker, the leader of the Loco
loco party in Buckingham, went for postpone
ment.
Meetings have been held in Petersburg,
Norfolk and Chesterfield in favor of the an
nexation of Texas. They were not very
numerouslly attended.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
FATHER RICHIE AND THE ELOQUENT
NEWMANi

The Wheeling Gazette gives an amusing ac-
count of meeting of the Democracy in That city,
called TO revoke their instructions TO their dele
gate TO the National Convention, but the only
effect of which was 10 show how loosely The par
ty now hangs together. The resolution Of in
struction was, after much wrangling, substituted
by another, the precise terms of which are not
given. Among the orators introduced on The oc-
casion was the eloquent NEWMAN Gas the
Richmond Enquirer has been in the habit of pa
,ronsingly calling him.) the Senator from Mar
shall. He expressed himself strongly opposed
to the resolution, and denounced every man who
thought of deserving Mr.. Van Buren,. In allud-
ing TO the course of Mr.. Richie, he was parlicu-
larly severe, declaring that he (Mr. r. had done
the democratic party more harm than any Wing
in Virginia. "What confidence" he asked, sis
to be placed in Mr.. RHchie!' Why sir, when
Mr.. Rives went over to the Wing party, Richie
was prepared TO go with him, but finding that he
could not lead the democracy, he was forced to
60 back into our ranks. And is this man. OPT
mons 10 govern the democracy :" &c. Mr.. Rl-
chic, we oPne, will hardly fancy this specimen
OF the "eloguence" of his profege.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
THE w HIG POLICY
AS NDENSED BY MR.. CLAY

"a sound National Currency, regulated by the
will and authority of the Nation.
Gan adequate Revenue, with fair Protection
to Americas Industry.
"Just restraints 10 the Executive Power, EN-.
bracing further restriction the exercise of the
Veto.
"a faithful administration of the Public Do
main, with an equitable distribution of the pro-
ceeds of the sales of it, among all the States.
"An Honest and Economical administration
OF the Government, leaving Public Officers per-
feet freedom Of thought, and Of the right of sur-
rage; but with suitable restraints against in-
proper interference in elections.
An amendment Of the Constitution, limiting
the incumbent Of the Presidential Office to sin
Gle term."
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
DESTRUCTIVE HAIL STORM.

portion Of this county was visited with one
Of the severest hail-siorms. on Thursday evening
last, abou, dark, which has been known here for
many years. twas attended with very high
wind, which no doubt increased its destructive
ness. As far as we have been able to learn the
extent Of its ravages they have been confined, as
Is usually the case, TO narrow strip Of country
commencing at the North Mountain, near Mid
dlebroOk, and crossing over TO Christians creek,
and thence down the Long Meadow run-taking
IN its course the farms Of the Messrs. Shueys,
Thomas Thompson, James Brown, Capt. w. A.
Abney, William Marshall, George lmboden,
Smith Bateuaan, Mrs. f.. NJ. Peck, Maj. McCue,
Jacob Young, John Hamilton, Thomas CAL
breath, Jacob Iiltebrand. and Mrs. Shields.
The hail at the commencement, near the Noun
tain, is sand have been about the size Of part
ridge egg, but farther in its course il was gem
orally Of the size of a walnut. 1t seems to have
spent its greatest fury, however, along Christians
creek.-lt there covered the ground i'm places sew
eral inches deep, and utterly annihiaed the
growing crops. The losses OF some Of the per-
sons mentioned, we regret to learn, have been
very serious. Besides the damage to the crops,
there was considerable destruction Of window
glass, and number of buildings were unroofed
by the wind I; but our information does not en-
able MS TO give particulars.
There was some hail also, on tho same evening.
along jennings branch; but we have not I'M
derstood that it did any serious damage.
We observe that Richmond was visited with a
| terrific thunderstorm the same night. A mum
Der Of buildings were struck by lightning.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

The Convention To revise the Constitution Of
New Jersey assembled at Trenton on Tuesday,
according to the provisions of the law passed by
the late Legislature. L; is supposed that the la
bors of the Convention will result in the forma-
ton of new Constitution rather than the revi-
sion of the old one. Except upon few subjects,
public opinion is generally united as to the prin-
ciPal features OF the new Constitution, and the
deliberations of the Convention cannot, there
fore, occupy long time. 1t will be remembered
that the members Of the Convention were select
ed from both political parties, and it will no
doubt be Of the most dignihed and able boz
dies that has assembled in New Jersey.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

MOVEMENT. THE PRESl.
DENT ON HIS OWN AUTHORITY MAKING
WAR UPON MEXICO.!!
The following extraordinary intelligence is con-
tanned in pos,script Of the National Intelligent
Ger:
81 Late last evening, after an Executive session
oil several hours, the Senate removed the injunc-
ton of secrecy from the Treaty, and Documents
accompanying il, for the annexation of Texas
We have not, of course, had any opportunity of
examining these papers, but we learn orally that,
by communication from the President yester-
day, the Senate was informed that he had ordered
military force to repair to the frontier Of Texas,
to open communication with the President OF
that Republic and act as circumstances might re-
qure; and had also ordered naval force to Vera
Cruz, to remain off that port, and prevent any
naval expedition of Mexico, it any such should
be attempted, from proceeding against Texas!
Thus are the rumored " stipulations'' with
Texas, referred TO in our preceding remarks, con-
hrlnrd. and the extraordinary fact rendered GER
tain, that the President has, on his sole authority,
taken "a step equivalent to waging sudden and
open war on friendly and unoffendiny nation
We have not time, this late hour of The nis Int,
for further comment on 80 extraordinary u proce-
dure."
If any thing approaching this, has ever taken
place under this Government, it has entirely es-
capped our memory! But comment upon the cir
cumstances accompanying this infamous treaty,
has become entirely unnecessary. Every step
taken, sinks it and its instigators lower in the
gulf of infamy, where they doomed to pass
the rest of their lives, unpitied, and Stunned as
ii contagious, by the honest Of all parties.-
Richmond Uh,g.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
The General Conference Of the Methodist L.

The General Conference Of the Methodist T.
piscopal Church, in session at New York,
is engaged in the discussion of the slavery ques-
ton. The Rev. VIM. A. Smith Of this State,
takes bold and leading part in me debate-as
he is qualified 10 do, both by his ability and his
fearlessness. lie calls upon the Northern minis
tiers TO announce the position which they mean
TO assume on this question at once. openly and
manfuIly. He and his brethren of the South are
prepared to meet The Issue which may be tender
ed, but he deems it time that controversy and
abuse shall ceasc.-The debate now going on
grows out of an appeal of minise! of the
Baltimore Conference, who had been suspend
ed from his ministerial functions by that body,
because, having married lady who inherited
five or six slaves, he declined to manumit them,
the legal tile to them being in his wife, and not
in himself! We shall not be surprised if the
connection between the Southern and Northern
portions Of the Church should be dissolved
LynchJare Nrg. THE Conference have reius-
ed 10 revoke the suspensien.1
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

Tho South Carolina delegation in Congress
havo published card, declaring that the charge
set fort, by the eleven members of the Ohio dele
CATION that movement has been set on foot in
tina, city to discard Mr.. Van Buren-if intended
to embrace the South Carolina delegaton-is
entirely destitute of truth. They say they have
neither put on foot themselves, nor counselled
nor aided others to put on foot, any such move
ment.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

~ We have received the first number Of the
"VALLEY FARMER proposed to be published
weekly at Winchester, Va. by Mr.. JOHN p.
Bentley, at 81 per aDnum, and devoted TO Agr-
culture, Horticulture, the Mechanic Arts &c.
Its regular publication will be commenced early
in June, should sufficient encouragement be az
forded.-Those who feel an interest in the enter
prize can see this number by calling a. our Office.
We should think an Agricultural paper nigh. be
sustained in our Valley.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

The Madisonian assigns twenty-seven reasons
why "Mr. Tyler should be the only candidate
opposed 10 Mr.. Clay?" The first is that "He
is The best abused man in the United S,ates."-
This expression IS rather equivocal, Does the
Madisonian mean by .'best abused" that Mr..
Tyler is more generally (and deservedly) abused
than any other; or does it mean that ne is the
best man who is abused? 1t will have 10 ex-
plain its reasons.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

We understand that the article which we CO.
pied few days ago from Baltimore paper in
regard to resolution of censnre of Mr.. Senator
Tappan was not altogether correct. We are in
formed that the resolution did not, in terms, pro-
nounce censure on Mr.. r., but simply declared
the publication Of the confidential papers to be a
papable violation of the rules OF the Senate.
This the substance; we do not profess TO
give the precise words, the resolution itself not
having been made public.-Aat. Int.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
CALIFORNIA.

Accounts from Mazailan state that for the last
four years there has not so much rain fallen az
is usual in single season, and for twelve months,
up to the first Of January, there has not been
small shower: in consequence thereof every
description of vegetable had persisted, and the cat
tie were dying by hundreds. For the last six
months it has been only with extreme difficulty
that the inhabitants could obtain sufficient to
tain nature.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

EPISCOPAL CONvENTIoN.-'rhe annual session
Of the Protestant Episcopal Convention for the
Diocess of Virginia commenced lis session in
this place yesterday. Bishops Meade and Johns
are both present, together with number Of cleri
cal and lay delegates. The occasion has attract
ed a crowd Of visilers.-Lpnch. Yirg.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

The Washington Spectator says that the group
of statuary executed by Signor PERslco for the
embellishments Of the eastern front Of the Capitol,
has been placed on its pedestal, and is the sub
iect of unbounded admiration to all who have ex-
amined it. 1t is undoubtedly The most magDif-
cen, work Of art within the United States.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

The injunction of secrecy has been removed
from the Texas Treaty and accompanying docu-
ments by the Senate but Its proceedings are yet
secret. Mr.. Buchanan, it is said, has made a
speech in favour of the Treaty, and Mr.. Benton
has spoken in reply. Mr.. Wright Of New York
has also spoken against it.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

g5sIt is reported that Mr.. BENTON says if
the Senate will give him a committee he will
undertake TO disclose some Of the most STU
pendous frauds, in connection with the Texas
treaty, which have ever been attempted upon
the country.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

The Washington correspondent Of the Balti-
more American says il is reported that Gen. Cass
has written three letters on the subject of Texas
and that they are said to differ materially, which
may be The reason for their non.appearance. The
same writer remarks that there is good deal Of
agitation upon the subject Of Texas in the social
circles Of the city, bot that the sense Of the Sc
nate on all sides is interpreted as against the
Treaty.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

.aIsnder .9dieu.--Sydney Smith is facetious
fellow. On Bishop Selwyn's leaving England
for his diocese Of Cannibals in New Zealand,
Sydney took leave Of him with tears in his eyes,
and in these terms :-"Good bye, Selwyn, l hope
Won 10
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

n HH.-The Boston Journal says that Mr.
Chapman in his spirited speech on Thursday night
at FaDeull Hall, quoted Shakespeare as follows !;
SHOW is the winter Of our discomfort
Made glorious summer by this son Of ours,
(poin,ipg to Mr.. Webster.)
And all the clouds which lower'd on rbouse
In The deep bosom of the ocean buried"
The hit in the second line was capital and was
received with un5ounded applause.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
ANOTHER DUEL Ar vlCKsBURG.

recently been fought at Vicksburg, between +. r..
Robins, esq, and young Mr.. Downs, in which the
latter was severely wounded in The breast. Mr..
ID. has been student in the office Of the Hon. S. s,
Preniiss, and rumor has it that meeting is to
take place between the latter and Mr.. r., growing
out of the same affair.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

The New Haven Palladium states that, "a
joint committee has been appointed the part
of the two Houses Of the General Assembly,
consisting of tho Hon. Mr.. Rockwell, of the
Senate, and Messrs. Huntington, Stuart, and
Burnham, of Windham, to inquire into the
facts, with power to send for persons and papers
in relation tc the supposed vacancy in the Senate
of the United States, which the Hon. John M.
Niles was elected to fill"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
THE ROMAN CATHOLICS, IN PHILADELPHIA


The following in,erroga,ories, from very high
quarter, 1.-THE Philadelphia North Americana carry
with them a shew of authority and weight Of evil
dence (since we feel confident they would not
have been put unless facts were in possession Of
the interrogators, to justify the course,) which
deeply implicate the Roman Catholics of Phila-
delPha. We are sorry for it-truly and unaf.
feciedly. Weenter no, into doctrnal discussion,
but believing all Christians right, we regret tho
exhibition OF any state of facts, which would
prove any one OF the innumerable sects into
winch Christianity is split up, to be SO deliber.
ately and premeditatedly wrong, as the supposed
facts at Philadelphia would prove against the
Roman Catholics. We hope they may be able to
justify themselves, and tina, they did not delber-
ately provoke an affray, having first made deadly
preparations against the retaliation, which they
knew would, and must be, the consequence
R,ch. Whig.
The North American says:
QUESTIONS FOR WHOM THEY MAY CONCERN
We ask those having the power TO direct the
grand inquest now in session 10 make a prompt
and thorough investigation of the whole subject
OF The late riots, in order that this community
and the whole country may know who are tho
really guilty parties.
we ask thaL IL may he ascertained whether
there were not assurances given by foreign menu
bers OF particular religious denomination that
no meeting Of the Native Americans should DO
held in the Third Ward, kensington?
We ask, and the public have right to know,
whether or not it was determined on Sunday, the
5th inst, by certain members of some Of the
churches of particular denomination, to drive
| the Americans from the ground!
We ask to know at what period loop.holes
were made in the houses of a number Of the Irish
Catholics in the vicinity Of the Washington mar
ket house! Wac it before or after the meeting
on Monday last!
We ask to know how il happened that most Of
! the houses occupied by these persons pro-
vided with superior rifles and plenty of am
munition when it is proverbial that most Of .hese
persons poor that they can barely support
their families!
We ask to know by whom the firing was CON.
menced !; and whether after the first discharge Of
pistol into the crowd, there did not follow an al
most instantaneous discharge of number of fro
arms from the houses of persons residing on tho
north and west OF the market house, by which
several native citizens were killed wounded !
We ask whether the men, who, in the presence
OF hundreds Of people, and in broad day light,
fired public and private buildings, cannot be re-
cognized and arrested7
All these matters deeply concern the citizense
not only of this city, but Of those throughout the
United States. Let the whole subject undergo
thorough and strict scrutiny, and let the guilty be
punished with the full rigor of the law, which
has been so monstrousy outraged.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

u The Globe is assaliDg Mr.. Calhoun with
great MISUNDERSTANDING him with disturbing
the harmony Of the Democratic party, and trying
TO disturb the harmony of the Union. The
Spectator replies, defending and attacking.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

HrSRY Clay left Washington ON Monday shs
18th inst. in the railroad cars, for his residence il
Kentucky. The Intelligencer remarks that HE
sojourn in the metropolis was altogether quiet
and transformations, and his departure has been
purposely private and unheralded that it 10 pre-
sumed he will reach home, as he arrived in that
city, privately, and attended only by his son, whs
travels with him.
MR.. CLAY AT HARPERS- FERRY,
Bound Home,Vdrd.
On Tuesday last, Mr.. Clay accompanied By
one Of his sons and Mr.. Thomas Ewing of Ohio,
arrived at harpers-Ferry, in the Cars, on his way
to Ashland. Great crowds Of people were as
sembed on and about the Bridge in anticipation
OF his arrival, and 26 salutes were fired, making
the mountains re-echo the loud welcome.
On MIR. C.'s appearance, the multitude sent
up loud and hearty shouts, and every one was
eager to see and press the hand OF the great States
man. Cheers were also given for Thomas Ew-
ing.
Mr.. e. only remained the usual time for dinner
at MIR. Carroll's Hotel, and passed onward, amid
inc renewed and long-coniinued cheers of the
people.
The occasion, though brief was one of great
interest to hundreds who had never before seen
Mr.. Clay. and his easy and happy manner made
every one feel as if talking TO an old and familiar
friend.-Free Press.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23

~ letter frem Gen'l Cass in favour OF i'm
mediate annexation is published in the Globe
furnished to that paper by Mr.. Colquett of Ga.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-23
IS N A U ~ TONS
THURSDAY, MAY %, ls44.

FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES,
HENRY CLAY, OF KENTUCKY
FOR VICE PRESIDENT,
THEODORE SEN, orN.Y