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Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1845-07-31

James River Land. la isOckbridgc,
ron S.aL Il.
WILL SELL. at public auction. before the from,
Il door OF the courthouse, in Lexington. on the 9Th
day OF September next tina, valuable and well hnvwo
Il 1e ACT OF LAND.
~ hockbrdge, lying james RIVER opposite To Green.
ices Ferry, WITHIN tWo miles Of the mouth Of the
North hiver aud the Blur R,dge Canal and three miles
OF The Natural bridge, being III. same 1rhtt lately
owned by CD. John NJ. oerpee, dec, Of North Carr.
lima. THIS Tact contains
o o n SO A A Es,
ABOUT "ne nall OF Which Is cleared land and the residue
wen iinbeTod. VI Int uncleared Land, sbu, 50 acres
are g'sde land Gamble al being converted nlo meadow;
ABOUT acies are rlFef bolo and large portion OF
Tue residue Is the hlest muaito sui.
The terms will be very liberal Gas il !. my inrnlion
10 convert the The purchase money into interest bear
ing fund.-; and Will be fully made known on The day u
sale.
Persons wanting informal ion will address j. D. Da-
vldsoh Lexington, Val and III. land viii he shown Ia
any one wishing 10 examine IT, by John +. Grrenlee
a, Greenlee's Ferry, or Il. j. Wright residing on the
premises SAMUEL FLEMING.
July 81 w,sS
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

principles, that party fe, ling would not lose
some of its cotdiality among those who were
thus williuuy misused and Disappointed
IL may he said that the wanton defeat OF
tins measure affected, or disaiiected. but
po,;lon oi the west. But are not the middle
and southwest also looking for Improvements
absolutely necessary To their prosperity, and
could they not read their fate in this reiusaR
But there was another measure i'm which the
whole west has an interest. and which was
defeated ina Wing legislature. The question
involved was one of absolute. naked and origi-
nal right never disputed except by a monar-
chist or am antediluvian. 1t will be readily
understood that we alludc To the project of cal
ling a convention to rcctify the disparity i'm
the representation of the State; bv which five
eastern men are not merely supposed TO be, but
are practically made, equal to eight of the west
And how did the east treat the west i'm this
matter! Did the Wings of that section rejoice
IN the opportunity afforded them to do long
withheld act OF justicc2 Not many of them,
certainly, or il would have been done; for the
west was unanimous. Theirleadinc .orean''
in Richmond did break ground in our favor: but
after the publication of two or three numbers
OF proposed series OF articles on the subject.
became suddenly and mysteriously silent
The slmepapcr having copicdnn article which
might be constrained TO palliate the enormity
by some deprccatory remarks in its next publ
ca,lon) Under such circumstances the desire
oil Wing ,prcpondernce in the Legislature is
not calculated TO stimulate the Wings of the
west tn any very great eNerions. We do not
mean To say that Loco prepondcrance is bet
ter; but we havea right TO expect from the
iormer, better treatment than we have expert
cnCcd.
Western Wings have taken their stand upon
the broad and elevated platform of Constitu-
uonal Reform and State Improvements, from
which they will not descend Those who
desire their cooperation must come up to them
They are satisfied that the principles of the
party with which they have been proud to act
as generally understood and recognized warrant
the position they have taken They do not
seek to make these great matters party ques-
tons; but while they have have no right to
prescribe any line of conduct to their oppon-
ents, they feel justified in demanding that
their own party shall carry out its avowed
principles.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

BAlLIE PEYTON.-This gentleman. who
held for the last four years, the office of u. s.
Attorney for Louisiana, has been recently
removed; He was one of thee few Tylerian
office holders-who never, so far as we have
heard, compromised his principles, or betray-
ed his honor, for the post he held. His removal
is to be ascribed to the personal hostility borne
to him by President Polk--Mr. Ritchie's wise
saw-''the King of France should not remem-
Der the injuries of the Duke of Orleans''-
being forgotten or overlooked Mr.. Peyton.
IT will be recollected, was Mr.. Wise's cola
borer on the floor of Congress, in denouncing
the corruptions and high-handed usurpations of
General Jackson's administration, and thew
were especially denunciatory of Mr.. Folks eff
iorts, as Speaker, to suppress investigation
and screen the public plunderers. IfMr. Wise
Were recalled, he and Mr.. Peyton could again
resume their patriotic task; for we doubt not,
but that this Administration will give them
ample employment for all their abilities.
Richmond WING.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
Observation-Disclosures DIR Donn

THE OMNIBUS NAlL-When DIR. Dome
took possession of his first living, he took
walk into the churchyard where the sexton
was digging grave, and, throwing up a skull,
the Doctor took it up and found rusty head
less nail sticking in the temple, which he drew
out secretly, and wrapped it up in the corner
OF his handkerchief. He then demanded of
the grave digger whether he knew whose skull
that was. He said il was mans who had
kcpta brandy shop--an honest, drunken fell
low, who. one night having taken too quarts,
was found dead in his bed next morning.
Had he u wife," "Yes." "What character
does she bearl'. "a very good one; only the
neighbors reflect upon her, because she married
the day after her husband died?" This WAS
enough Tor the DIR, who, under the pretence of
visiting his parishioners, called on her: he
asked her several questions, and among Others,
oi what sickness her husband had died? She
gave him the same account he had received;
upon this he suddenly opened the handker-
chief, and cried in an authoritative voice
women. do you know this nail?" She was
struck with horror at tl,is unexpected demand
confessed the fact, was tried and executed.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
THE MUSaUITO SERENADE.

AR-''1fs my delight of a shiney night"
In a summers night take my fight
To where the maidens repose,
And while they're slumbering sweet and sound
l bites 'em on the nose!
The warm red blood that tints their cheeks
To me is precious dear,
For It's my delight to buzz and bite
In the season of the year.
When get my fill, wipe my bill,
And sound my tiny horn;
And oil fly to the mountains high
Ere breaks the golden morn;
But at eve sally forth again
To tickle the sleepless ear;
For It's my delight to buzz and bite
AT the season of the year.
On the chamber wall about crawl,
Till landlord goes to bed;
Then my bugle blow, and down 60 z
10 light upon his. bad; ns
y, love to see the fellow slap, "a
And laugh to hear him swear;
For tbs my delight to buzz and bite
AT the season of the year.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

The Washington Union of Saturday. pub
fishes the letter Of Henry Bruce, Esq. Com.
laander OF the U, S. Brig Truxton, to the
Secretary of the Navy, describing the CAPTURE
OF the SLAYER SpitGre, brought into Boston last
week by Lieut.. Reid, of the Truxton This
letter couoborates, substantially, the state
ments already Published respecting the affair.
Lieut. Blunt, who commanded the boat expe-
dition against the Spitfre, has written letter
to friend in Washington Sin which he saws:
"Faber, who owns the factory, has been
settled about the Pongo forty six years; is inn
mcnsely rich, and does an extensive trade i'm
slaves, supplying all nations. Eight miles
above him is another slave factory, owned by
woman, Mrs. Lightburn, who is great dea
Ter also in negroes Last year the Spitfre
took to Havana three hundred and forty-six
men and women. She is ninety five tons
Durtilen; and where they slowed them cannot
Imagine. went long distance up a branch
OF the Pongo in search of another American
schooner, the Dsyereux; but having too small
force to push my way through hostile
coetry--ior here the people are numerous
ana wdrlike--I could not succeed i'm finding
her. Africa abounds in large navigable rivers
peculiarly adapted, from their secret winnings
turnihgs, and creeks and islands. for the sla-
wing business"
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
An OLD-SCHooL NEGRo.-The editor

AN 0LD-SCHooL NEGRo.-The editor
OF the Barre Gazette, writing from Richmond
(Va.) says - ''"'
The U. s. Circuit Court is now in session
here, held by Chief Justice Taney. / was
present at the opening of the court on Monday
ana observed an aged negro dressed in a long
black coat, small clothes and stockings. Knee
buckles and other characteristics of fashion
sixty years ago AS the Chief Justice on
tered the door, the old fellow rose and was
greeted by the head of the judiciary with as
much clvliity as If he had been the "cbief ev-
ecutlye magistrate" The Chief Justice and
the District Judge shook him cordially bv the
hand and made many inquiries for his health.
On inquiry found that he was the slave and
IaVorlte body servant of the late Chief Justice
MARSHALL, whose memory the faithful negro
cheIishes IN most oflectionate remerobronce
ne Is but nominal slave, now. preferrinp like
many others here, not to he free. lie dresses
III precisely the style of his former distin
guishcd owner, and insists on being at the door
oi the court room, as in days of yore, to tender
ms services to the esteemed successor of his
Old master. lie takes the hat of the Chief Jus
ticc, fills his glass of water and docs several
other Offices as proudly as il he were the filled
of a king, and is treated with as
much consideration by the very urbane and
popular jurist, as his oil master could bavc
done" NV
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
MAGNETIC TELEGRAPH.-W

M GHETTO TELEGRAPH.-We are
glad to learn, says the Washington Constitu-
ton, that the entire stock of the Philadelphia
and New York Magnetic Telegraph Company
has been subscribed, the first instalment paid
up, and the company organized If satisfac-
tory arrangements can be made with the New
jersey railroad company, the telegraph will
DC In active operation between the two cities
long before the meeting of the next session of
Congress. We hope that no obstacles to this
desirable result will be interposed by the
generally as short-sighted as they are unpa-
triotic.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

W we would call the attention of our
citizens to the bar below the mouth of the
creek. 1t is the worst point now between
Wheeling and the mouth. We did hear that
Uncle Sans machine was to be used there.
put 1t is not done, Fifty dollars expended
IN breaking the Jumps there and throwing in
lew logs at the proper angle on the side to-
ward the lslaud, would give several inches
more water there
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
ON PRESERVING BUTrER.-4Thc fol.
lowing letter appears among the documents
accompanying Mr.. Ellsworth's late Report;

lowing letter appears among the documents
accompanying Mr.. Ellsworth's late Report,
HARTFORD, JAN. IL, IA.
SiR:--ln answer to your enquiry-wliat has
been your practice in putting up butter, espe-
cially for preservation in hot climates. or long
voyages!-l will cheerfully state, that have
had considerable experience OH this subject.
and, III some particulars, good success. There
are many things required to ensure good butter
The butter itself must BE- well made-that is
worked enough, and not too much and sailed
with rock salt. This being well done. and
and the buttermilk all expelled. the butter NAV
be packed in good white oak (well scasoned6
casks, well filled. In cool climates. larger
casks can be used. In hot climates, it Is best
to have small casks-say from twenty-five to
thirty pounds; so that too much need not be
exposed while using. Then put these small
casks into hogshead, and fill up the same
with strong pickle that will bear am egg. and
the butter may be shipped to the West
Indies or Europe, and kept perfectly sweet
have never found salt petre or sugar of any
benefit. Butter of my packing has opened as
good IN the West Indies as il was i'm Connec-
ncut. will remark, that to keep butter in
ice-houses, when il remains frozen. will an
swer; If the butter is TO be continued i'm the
same temperature; but fit exposed to warm
weather, after being taken from the ice, it will
not keep as long as if it had not been exposed
to so cold temperature.
Yours respectfully, g. FOX
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

we saw man. yesterday, who is SO tall
that he cannot see his feet but through tele-
scope.-he is so broad round the body, that
1T takes two tailors to measure him for a coat.
There is gentleman in Camden, whose
legs are so large, that he has to get his wife to
wear his small clothing.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

we ask il to consider whether it is not uncon
sciously permitting an unmanly spleen to car
~ it too far. Perhaps, however, this is not
the meaning of the sentences with which the
Gazette concludes.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

ID BRAVO, at the Comm 'rcidl News and
Reading Rooms, opposite the ST. Charles and
Neranda Hotels. is agent fer this paper in
New Orleans. AdNertis. mcnts Tor il or order,
fer new subscriptions, will receive imln, diatc
attention il lclt with hi,r.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

o~s-lt will he seen that the river contin-
ues at very low stage. Few of the ordinary
sized boats attempt to 60 higher than this city
and those which do are aground on the way.
There are several boats now lying at the Trap
and Dead Mans
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

The Polly B1dine excitement, the Eager cx.
ciieincnt, the PeytOna excitement, are all for
gotten. How true tits that wonder. however
wonderful, cannot survive It's nine days We
actually believe that If Father Millerfs ,atas-
troPhc were tohappen in good earnest. no, a
hunrn being would REMEMBER word of II in
q 'Seeh eiterSauls IN y. 7FibWn,.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

NEVER YIELD.-Ncver yield to discour-
aging circumstances, if you can possibly help
IT. your prospects are discouraging, don't
look sad and relax your efforts. What use is
1T to SIT down and weep at the misfortunes of
lie! Up again and 60 at it, and fail again if
you can't do better; but don't stop to cry.-
Don't suiler your sorrowful feelings to gain
the ascendency, and show your teeth, and snap
at your best friends Who will assist YOU?
VINO VIII not pass you by and cry, "Let him
alone"
MAKE the best OF everything. BE true
philosopher, and take life as it comes. with n
storm to-day and sun tomorrow. Then
you will succeed-there is no question of it
you must succeed, where thousand fail who
lack courage and energy, and yield to the first
breath OF adversely Tribune.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

TO BE HUNG.-Three slaves, Jerry, Har-
ry and Sally, were sentenced to be hung in
June next, at the sitting of Campbell County,
Va, Court last week, for attempting to muir
a Wilmington, N. g., paper of the I'd inst.
says, as we are going to press, we have been
shown privats letter of the 18th ult., from
Washington, in this State, which states that
the large swamps in Beauford, Tyrrel and
Hyde counties, were on fire. The letter goes
on to say, that there were "two whole families
burned up in Tyrrell, one of the families con
sisting OF a man, his wife, three children and
three negroes; of the other family" saws the
writer, 81 did not learn how many were
burned. The whole woods are on fire.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
SHIPwRECK AND Los OF IIFr

, Di1iT w REIN AND LOSS OF LIFE
ne norfolk papers announce that schooner.
name unknown, belonging to Suffolk. was cap
slled on Friday night in lynhovcn Bay. and
TWO oil the crew are supposed to have been
drowned one of the bodies was recovered
and lanied at Old Point; three Of In, crew
are ~ the Hospital at that place.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

OCs-There was severe frost again ON Sum-
Gay and Monday mornings which, as we learn,
cut down the young corn again in many pla-
ces. We are still without rain, and the crops
are all suffering for it.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

VOLNEY Il. PALMER. is our authorize
Agent for racei,ing Subscriptions and Adyer
tlssments for the Wheeling Times and Gazette
His offices arc -
10 State Street, Boston.
30 Ann Street. New York.
30 Pine Street. Phihd"iyhis
Corner Of Baltimore aud Calvert Streets
Baltimore.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
NAPoLEON's ATTEMPT TO PASS THE

NAPoLEQN'S ATTEMPT TO PASS THE
RED SEA.--Ths sush4r Of Eothen, or Traces
OF Travel, otter n,eAtiouing several specula-
tons as to the point 1t which the Israelites
passed the Red sea, one of the suppositions be-
ing that they had traversed only a small creek
The northern extremity, near Suez, proceeds
as follows-"Napoleon, when at Suez, made
an attempt to follow the supposed steps Of
Moses, by passing the creek at this point, but
itseems, according TO the testimony of the peo-
pie atSuez, that he and his horsemen managed
the matter IN way more resembling the fail
ure OF the Egyptians, than the success of the
lsraelites. According to the French account,
Napoleon got out of the difficulty by that war
rior-like presence of mind which served him
so well when the fate of nations depended on
the decision of a moment He ordered his
horscmen to disperse themselves in all direc-
tions, in order to multiply the chances of find
ing shallow water, and was thus enabled to
discover line by which his people were ex-'
treated. The story told by the people at SUI
ez is very different They declare that Ma
poleon parted from his horse, got thoroughly
submerged, and was only fished out by the
people ON shore. bathed twice at the point
ass1gneu to the lsraelites, and the second time
that did so, chose the time of low water,
and tried to walk across, but soon found my :
self out of my depth, or at least in water 50
deep that could only advance BY swimming.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

0Cs-We are pleased to hear that the Messrs.
Phillips have made contract for large En-
CINE ror New Orleans, and are in daily expec-
tation of closing two others.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
GENTIRMgN's READY MADE

LINEN AND FURNISHING STORE.
M A. WILLIS, No 2l7 Chesnut street,
1fEs west side. three doors above Seventh, Phil.
adeiphia' has constantly on hand ard for ssle, an
extensive aud general assortment OF Ready Msds
Linen aud Muslin Shirts Linen Collars and shr,eess
Under shirts and drawers. silk cotton. me,iDo and
lambs woo Of various qualities; Gloves. hosiery,
seafIs eIovas stocks. handkerchIef in great yafis
ety. Umhte!las. &C. &c.
e~ Gen'I, men are respectfully invited 10 cell
u canine her stock before purohasiDg elSe where.
,'sThoso wishing TO furn 81, tbej, own Linen,
can have II made to order in tho best and most
fashionable style. ut short notice.
PhIiedelphia, May 81, as. Inv
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

Mrssrs. MASON * FUTILE. No. l29 Nus
sag Street, are oar authorized Agents in New
York City. They will receive Subscriptions
and cpntrlct for Advertisements for the Times
and Gazette.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
DO YoU WANT TO BUY Cheap

Do YOU WANT TO BUY CHEAP
Then purchase of those who advertise. at is"
says a contemporary, "an established axiomina
business affairs, that the increased custom at
tracted by advertising enables the dealer re-
sorting to this practice, to vend his wares or
cheaper terms, than il ispossible for those who
do not advertise their goods. The limited
sales of the merchant who attempts to do bu--
sness without notifying the public what fe'
mas to sell, or where he is to be found, forces
MN to higher system of charges to pay his
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

The President of the United States has gran.
ted Babe, the pirate, further respite TO the
ilrst day OF June of the year 1916.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

The editor Of ths Buaaloo Daily Advertiser
Is stouily contending that the original nam,
shall be given TO The great body of water kdown
as Lake Superior Its Indian title is as bsauti-
iul and sonorous as could be wished: and we
hope that Lake Algama will soon gupsrsede
Lake Superior; and 50 satisfy our contempor-
afy OF the Advertiser, who has tn proposed
change 50 much at heart.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
MECHANICAL SOLUTION OF MATH.

EMATICAL PPOBLBMS.-w are interest.
ed in the lectures Of Mr.. Baker on Mathemat-
les at The City Hail. and have seen the won
dcrful effects of the scale which he is DESTROYS
to Introduce, in the solution Of Mathematical
problems. Ii is well worthy the attention of
the curious and the patronage Of the practical.
You ought TO 90 AMI hear AMI see.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

USF RECEIyED--l qnaner Cssk u pups
- Port Wine. rfoble Grape, for medical pDrpo.
set quarter do Old IIcnnessy 4ih p'oof BRANDY,
o Boxes superior Old Cheese Tor sale by
may II JNO gOTsFORD.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27
LIABILITIES OF AN EDITOR H.

LIABILITIES OF AN EDITOR -Lord
Denman has laid down the law recently. thai
an Editor has no right to insert any pararranh
before he has asceriained chat the assertion
made made IN Is absolutely true" Punch says of
this decision: . "
" SO then, in the case Of the late discove.
RES made by the Earl of Rosses tclcscopo an
editor ought TO have proceeded to the different
planets mentioned before he inserted onv
statement respecting them. According In
LORD Denmon the Man in the Moon and Orion
would both recover swinging damages from
almost every editorin the United Kingdom for
lhe reflections cast by the Earl's tclescope ON
their clnraclcros planets"
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

The Board of Health of New York. have
adopted precautionary measures against the
Small Pox, which now prevails to some OK
tent in that city.
The public buildings to be erected at Tren-
ton, N. j., will cost S23 $50 and the work will
be finished by the 18th of December.
Professor llackley is lccturiDg in New York.
upon the e1pedience of erecting an Astronom.
zeal Observatory in that city.
The steamboat Swallow has been drawn up
on the Flats, and her cabins have been search
cd, but no more bodies have been found.
a College of Dental Surgery, chartered at
the last session of the Ohio Legislature. has
been organized i'm Cincinnati.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1845-05-27

TRUE SENTIMENTS OF WAR AND
PEACE.-Thc Hon. J. s. Calhoun distin-
guished name in Gcorgia-having taken charge
of the editorial department of the Columbus
Enquirer, takes occasion to express the senti-
's,snts s'i "a sstSiot snA elilanihropist, in re-
gard to our Foreign relations. Norman Of lust
feelings, bat acknowledges the necessity and
the wisdom of maintaining the national honor
untarnished; but while that can be effected
by mild and pacific means, all must concede
that peace is the dictate as well of sound pol
icy and true patriotism, as of humanity
Rich. Wig