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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21
,fy respectfully YOURS,
A DgMocaAr or THE MOUNTAINS.

THE New COMMISSIONER OF PATESTs-A stale
mcnt has been going the rounds oi The papers
which originated with The New York True Sun,
10 lie effect that The Hon. Henry Ellsworth, the
late commissioner of patents, had been employed
TO make ont The reports pertaining 10 The patent
office for This year, thereby casting reflection on
the competency of Mr.. Burke. In justice 10 a
competent officer, we give the following denia! Of
The charge from The Union Of Thursday
ave assure the editor of The True Sun, the
government has been Obliged 10 call upon nobody
except Mr. Burke 10 make out The reports from his
office that has full confidence in his ability and
capacity 10 perform any duties devolvnS upon
him in his new position; and thai Mr.. Burke will
do as much Of the labor, either mena or physical,
in preparing The reports from his office, as any
commissioner has done who has gone before him.
We say this, however, not TO deracl from The Just
merits OF Mr.. Ellsworlr who, we are graliiied in
saving, was worthy and valuable officer, and
who would lie The last man 10 counteDance the
Injustice done 10 Mr.. Burke in the paragraph Of
The rrruc Sun - BaH Sun.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21
(Ftom the I'eiaSturg Republican,
EDITcaTIOS DDRESS


We callhe special attention Of our readers 10
The address Of The Committee appointed by The
Eincalion meeting in Richmond which we pub
I;sh in lo.day'S paper. II is written with great
ability and presents an array Of facts relating 10
The large number Of totally ignorant persons in
our State, which is positively astounding. llalso
institutes a compaI iSon between the numlc OF
educated persons in Virginia and in other States
in the Union. which must be truly humiiaiins 10
The pride olall who make il their boast that they
are citizens Of The Old Dominion.
Surely, something ought 10 be done, and thai
speedily by our Legislature, in behalf Oft the more
general and liberal diffusion OF learning among
our reople, and we hope il The contemplated Con-
ycnlion does meet, il will be enabled, By lis ac-
lion. 10 make such an impression upon the mem
beers OF lie Legislature, that they may be con
strained TO consider and act upon The matter with
ont deay The idea OF our neghbor of The Intel
Iieencer that The meetings in The different towns
and counties pass resolutions oil instruction 10
their Delegates in the General Assembly, so Tar
as bey have The power, is entitled 10 much con
sideralion, and will, We lrnsl, be observed by The
people in their various primary assemblies. In
connection with Ibis subject, we take pleasure ~
publishing The following remarks OF the Editor
81 the Norfolk Herald, who refers 10 The iacl mat
there are near 10000 persons in Virginia who
can ncifhcr rc0d nG r'uc, and says
eve trns that something will be done 10 era
dicale this fearful mass Of Ignorance from among
Us, and wipe out reproach which now over
whems MS with confusion. Norfolk county (and
we say il with pride and peasurc) was The first To
lead of in The patriotic elfon 10 semanrIfaIe her
self from The snoblelhraldom OF ignorance which
pics>e. like an incubus upon The STATE. The en-
| lishlrDed portion al her citizens, among whom
| her Delegates in The Assembly lMessrs Waits
and Harper were conspicuous, obtained at me
last session Of The Legislature an act giving her
u authority 10 carry into effect wise and salr-
ary syslem by which the schoolmastcr will be
!ronehl almost 10 the door OF every family in The
county, and The rising generation may he Tho
'onghly taught all The branches OF useiui educa'
ion al Little cost 10 those who can afford to pay,
and free 10 those who cannot. But the Leslsla-
ure should take mp The subject, and organize by
aw permanent system Of primary schools sml-
al 10 the ono adopted by Norfolk county, and en-
.ow il with sufficient iberality 10 afford the means
primary instruction to The people without cos',
IS in many other States"
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

Explorations have been already commenced
in that part OF Texas, known as The disputed ter
ritory. Capt Kerr of The Dragons, has pene-
rated The country fifty miles west OF Corpus
Christi, and he describes il as beautiful beyond
description. Deer, turkeys and wild horses range
over ii in great numbers. Capt. Mclean had
assembled The Neuccs ihriy-fve miles in steam
boat. File found no distractions in The river Tor
light draughl toals, the least depth hroushouithe
entire distance being Jour feet two inches
4 D,Ty,
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

Can Virginia lurn deal ear 10 The following
eloquent voice / one oi her own sons """.' -
il il across The Allegheny iium The banks OF '''e
distant Missouri Each line oi this ris@'"'
composition is lnIl 81 meaning, and ought !" a"'-
mate u> 10 new exeriions in The cause "l t.duca-
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21
VIM. C. PRESTON, ESQ.

The Columbia Is. CO. Chronicle contains ,ne
following accoun, of The convalescehce u '"'s
DISTINGUISHED citizen. We sincerely 'rns'' '''"'
We shall soon hear of his entire recovery
IIoS. WM. G. PaEsroN-We are haipi ,L -
have il in our power 10 relieve The anN'e, - 80.
numerous friends Of his gentleman ~ -. IN
"" ~. h,.,nh He returned 10 his residence IA
m; ! Town on Monday last, much improve"
,honuL sin weak from his recent severe al'a .
If Cohesive fever. His vision is also slSnliy
impaired but his physician is sanguine that .@'I
da,rc, viii he entirely removed, as his genera
health improves-whirh he confidently ,a an n",c
nars un,lrr The salulary influence oil our Pu'c
and healthy atmosphere"
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

A YOUNG Gentleman who has been educa-
n. ted in the school OF Pike Powers, Esq, Siaun'
ton, and can produce testimonials from nun
showing his capacity TO leach Latin, Cree
Mathematics and The usual branches OF Engn's'',
is DESTROYS 10 obtain situation as teacher 10 d
private family, or assistant in an Academy. AZ
dress X. Y. Il.
Oct l-wtt Rich"'o"o'
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

A YOUNG LADY from the North, qualih'd
n 10 teach Mathematics, French, Music, and
all The solid branches Of an English Iiuca,on -
DESTROYS of Obtaining situation as Goyernrss IN
one or more private families, either in this C''yc
any part oil lie Stale Of Virginia. She can pro-
duce references Of the highest order Address I.
q. r., at The office Of this paper.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21
BOOTS! BOOTS! BOOTS!-CnEIr! CnEap!
ID We have on hand 10 cases Boots OF very
good qualify, sewcd and ppgged, al three dollars
per rair They are really good ana well shaped.
Oci. 81 PUTNEY & WATTS.
100 Dollars Reward.

DAN AWAY from Mount Airy, near Warsaw, Va,
II on The 4lh instant, BILLY GRtMSliaW, the fnc.
man of Mr. w. II. 1ayi"o'" rarprnts'. u. j. tail.
slim uIao, in,- gent and shrewd about dc years Of
age The abnvs reward viii be- given for Bih appte-
tension and ben lodged in Jail, beyond virginia. ilr-
y doais beyond fly miles, and twenty d0ais wiihln
that di.tanre HENRY PARE,
Manager for w. II. Tay.oe.
Nlnnni Airy. near War.aw. Va Oct 2lclm
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

After which, favorile Dances, by La Petite Der
lia and Miss Gertrude.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

The evenings entertainments 10 conclude will
TIE SUIS.S COTTAGE.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

The Original Ethiopian scrennders
Will appear, and 80 through their celebrated
performances.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21
MARTIN FARQCHAR TUrPER, 81.

MARTIN FARQUHAR 1UFPER, &.
TINIIE Twins and Hear; by Martin Farqu,
i har Topper, author of The Crock Of Gold,
&c; price SO cenls--io forming No 81 Library Of
choice reading; second supply just received.
Selections from Taylor Ban"w. south, Fnl-
Ter, &c, By Basil Montague; forming No. % L.
brary ot choice reaine-price SO cis.
IIazlus Table Talk. neatly hound IN red cloth'
For by NASH g. WOODH0USE,
booksellers and Dealers in Piano Fore>, STA
ionery and Music, 1877 Main Street OCT. u
CREATIONS OFFICE, No. $, South IAN
- Street.
Let ALT the world say wha, they can,
For selling prizes STRATToN's the man.
Drawn Nos. oil Va. Ieesburg Lottery, Extra, ),
Orr. l1rh
80 Il Ga 81 - SO Is 10 81 13 q 20 10.
Ticket, Nos. 10 II Il, % - ~, and - " -,
three more prizes in The Dollar Lottery sold ana
paid by STRATTON.
Drawn Nos Of Alexandria Lottery, Extra 2is
October IL:
30 II 76 81 Sc 10 , "a % AZ So 10 I'll -
Drawn Nos OF Leesburg Lottery, Extra, No. =,
Oct Goth
60 - S Is - 13 A. So ID CD 30 20 10
Drawn Nos Of Alexandria Lottery, Class ~
October Is
% 80 90 II rs 81 II 80 % 81 G9
Orr 81
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21
FEMAIE TEACHERS WANTED


THE Trustees Of Evcrrsvillr Female Academy wish
i 10 employ two unmarried ladrs, who have rAptri-
-nc@ in teaching TO take charge Of this School nn the
inst Monday in January next. They mn.t he qualified
IL teach all the manrh, Of Thorough English rduea-
lion and of them To give instruction III music on the
pann.
Satisfactory testimonials OF character and qualiica-
lions will he quired.
EveretIsville is a small village in Wayne county,
NoIth Carolina, about seven miles South OF faynes"'
rough and il Of the healthy situations IN the
Eastern part Of the State
Address the subscriber, al Waynrsboroueh, Wayne
county NJ e post paid. }. Z. SLotuMb,
Ort. 9l-eit SecretaTy
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

"Fair6el.-The whole Democratic ,icke, is
elected in Fairfield county. II sends two Repre-
seniaiives. N.AMA\
"Liekiae Conaty-We learn thatihe Federal
ISIS and ae,c county Democrats have succeeded by
I about 400 majority, and elected two FedeIaliss
10 the House Of Representatives" Democrats
loss. Is %M\\
Yesterdays National lntelleencer republishes
an Extra OF The Columbus Stale Journal (Whig)
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

The "Delra," new, spirited ard bean'lluiy
printed neutral paper, just started IN ~" -
leans, says:
"penis Preur received his commission li"n
Washington as Collector Of the Port, YESTERDAY,
(Ocl ~ To-day, wc presume, he WIN ass"'''N
his official duties
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

Sl1ta niJ!t OF the engagement OF
NH II. LEWIS,
Who will appear lhfve different characters.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21
RICHMOND VA.
ELECTIONS.

GEoRGA-The Augusta Sentinel oil The 10th
inst. gives the following result Of the Georgia
election, which we have no doubt is very near
The lrue state of the case:
1--WE are enabled today TO furnish our readers
with something definite as 10 The result Of The late
election. Our tables contain the returns from
ninety one counties, leaving only iwo (Nlonlso-
merry and Rabun,) 10 be heard from. The vote
Tor Governor in these counties is
For Crawford so we
McAlister, .H,1Es
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

Mr.. Wvndham, afr. DAVIS.
Emily Granville, Mrs. II Lewis.
In which she will sustain five .!ilieren, cha
racieTS.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21
A Day i'm Paris.

On Tuesday Evening. October FL,
Will I've presented The laus.able Farce Of
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-10-21

"HousE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-12-11
IMPORTANCE OF SOLAR RAYS TO
HEAL 'nII

An able and lucid article in Chambers Edin-
burgh Journal. after pointing out very sensby the
necessity not only of light and heat, but also of
their coming, by radiation, (Which is called nctnSm,
from Greek word, signifyng rly) u the proper
growth and health of plants and trees, proceeds
thus:
Turning now to the animal economy, we find
growth, health, and development also curlously al
fected by the absence presence of the solar in
huence. DR. Edwards has shown that if tadpoles
be nourlshed with proper food, and exposed to the
constantly renewed action Of the water, $50 that
their ronchica respiration may be maintained but
entirely deprived of light, their growth contln-
ues, but their metamorphosis into air breathing
finals is arrested, and they remain in the form of
large tadpoes. lie also observes that persons who
live in caves cellars, or in very dark and narrow
slreets, are apt to produce defnrmed children and
mat men who work in mines are liable to disease
and deformty beyond what the simple closeness of
the atmosphere would be likely to produce It has
been stated, the authority Of A. Wylle, that the
cases OF disease, on the dark side of extensive
barrack at St Petcrsburgh, have been uniformly for
many years in the proportion OF three tn the
side exposed TO the strong light. Further, DupGy-
tren relates the case of IA lady whose maladies had
bafilcd the skill Of several eminent practitioners
The lady resided in dark room ton which the sun
never shone) in of the narrow streets Of Paris.
After n careful examination, Dupuytren was led to
refer her complaints to the absence of light, and
recommended her removal 10 more exposed stu
alton. This change was followed by the most BEN
efcal results; all her complaints vanished The
more therefore, that animals exposed to the in
huence Of light, the more free are they, in ordna-
ry circumstances, from irregular action and delorm
! ity."
! In another part of the article, it is shown that
heat and light alone, without the solar radiation
will not suffice for the health Of vegetables or OF
anlmals else the artificial fires and Iusturcs of our
apartments would have that effect but they do not
An Indispensable agent is actlnlsun.
Now, do not the foregoing facts prove the I'M
heahness of changing night into day, many OF
our fashionable, and UNREASONABLE, studious and
pseudo studious people do? The unhcalthlness OF
wasting in bed the bright and bracng hours Of the
early morning, when Nature bids US be out of doors
digging, or walking or riding? Is not the baleful
ness OF dark rooms made palpabe? Draw aside
those curtans-open those window blinds, thou
sluggard, and let Aurora and the sum- looking full
into thy chamber, shame thee forth, if they cannot
charm thee forth, to nhale strength and health in
those best and most bcauleous hours OF the day.
- Richmond Uhig.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-12-11
MONTPELIER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER IL, IS45
"Then the Judgments pronounced, and we shall

"Then the Judgments pronounced, and we shall
know"
lie extended his trembling hand to take the let
ter-out Florence seized his hand in hers, and cast
ing timid look upon Hoffman, said:
An whatever may happen, do not forget you
have renonced your hatred"
That letter give me that letter." interrupted
Michel, somewhat agitated.
The young girl stepped back
"promisc first TO submit to whatever has been
decided, without feeling enmity," she exclaimed,
with more vivacily.
And pointing at the fir tree at the foot of the hill,
in the branches of which the wreck of the balloon
was still hanging, she added:
"kecoIlect the night passed in the clouds, and
the oath you have taken"
Ritter and LohInan looked at each other. There
was moment of hesitation, then both extended
their hands.
EYES, exclaimed Michel, "it shall never be
said, that danger alone has opened our hearts to
pity. Saved by the goodness of God let us prove
our gratitude to him by our submission. Christian
Lothian, we have left our enmity in the clouds !;
let us not resume it now, that we are upon the
earth Whatever this letter may announce, de-
clare, will accept it without anger"
"And | will bless it, for having secured me
friend" added Christian, though it ruin all my
hopes"
Florence held out the letter to her brother, who
opening it with a firm hand, read it and turned
slightly pale. The young girl moved.
"You are in your own house, Mr.. Loffnan," said
the farmer, turning towards the young man.
ESQ, the Judges have decided in my favor" he
cried, with an outburst of Joy.
Here is the Decree"
Christian took the paper which Michel extended
to him.
"Henceforth, You are the master of all, which
belonged to your cousin" continued the farmer
" His estate is yours go"
"An estate IS not equal to the happiness of a
friendH' INTERRUPTED Lotfiman tearing in pieces the
judgment.
Ritter looked at him with establishment. Flor
ence casped her hands.
"Yes," continued the young man, 81 have enter
ed here as a guest; will not remain as an enemy.
He who has received me with so much generosity
shall himself designate arbiter who shall settle
our rights"
a." sail Ritter, softened, "whom can choose ~
/ Loffman turned look full of tenderness towards
Florence, whose eyes fell then taking the farmers
hand, said
1t is for her, who has formed the friendship, to
close the bonds, and to render the division easy be-
tween u.s."
9" How is that ?" asked Michel.
by making us brothers as well as friends"
Ritter smiled, and looked at Florence, as if tc
interrogate her with look The young girl threw
herself upon his breast and extended her hand tc
Hoffman.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-12-11
POETRY.
TRIPLES,

How IL il, DER the strongest mind,
That trincs hold such sway
A word-nny, e'en look unkind
NAV dafkon all lile's day.
Oh in this world of daily care,
Tho thousands that have erred
Can any hardship better bear
Than they can bear to0rd!
The man who with heroic heart
Can stem misfortune meet,
Unlinchingly perform his part,
Aud struggle 'gainst defeat
With faith unalteied, yet can lose
His temper, e'en for aught
Which falls not as his will would choose,
Or proves not what he sought
And woman can forgive a wrong
Which casts her on the world
Far better than fofgive the tongue
That may some sneer huye lurledj
a thousand times prefer a lot
As hard as want deplores,
Than feel or think herself forgot
by one her soul Gdorcs!
Alas. the human hearts a, fault;
And still 10y turns il claims
A nobeness that can exalt,
A littlcness that shames
Of strength and weakness still combined,
Compounded of the mean and grand
Aud TITLES thus will shake the mind
That would tempest stand.
Give me that soul.superior power,
That conquest over fate,
Which sways the weakness Of the hour,
Ru'cs little things as greati
That luls the human waves OF strife
With words aud feelings kind,
And makes the tfi IL OF our life
The triumphs of our mind!
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-12-11

MARRIAGE AND LONG LIFE. The influence of
marriage on health and human happiness, is an in
terestng and important inquiry. AS the institution
is based on the natural laws of the human cons-
tuton there can be no doubt but that its relations
when properly entered into, are productive not on
y of happiness but ola greater increase Of health,
as well as longevity of life. A European philoso-
pher has recently made very extensive observations
on this subject, and collected great mass of facts
which concusively settle these points. His
searches, together with what was previously known,
give the following remarkable results. Among I'M
married men, at the ages of from thirty to forty
FIVE the average number of deaths only are eigh-
teen. For forty one bachelors who attain the age
of forty, there are seventy eight married men who
do the same. AS age advances the difference be-
comes more striking. AT sixty there are only TWEEN
ty-two unmarried men alive for ninety eight who
have been married At seventy, there are eleven
bachelors to twenty seven married men, and at
eighty, there are nine married men for three sin
gle ones. Nearly the same rule holds good in re-
ation TO the female sex. Married women at the
age Of thirty, taking with another, may expect
20 live thirty six years longer; while for the un
married, the expectation Of lille is only about thirty
years. OF those who attain the age of torty-hve
there are seventy two married women for ffly-two
single ladies' These data are the result of actual
facts by observing the difference of longevity be-
tween the married and tho Unmarried
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-12-11

MANURE. There is no season of the year when
the business of collecting materials for manure can
possibly be attended TO- that it should receive neg
ect Never suffer the snow to fall on the bare
bottom of your COW, sheep or hog-yard; but on the
contrary, let the surface Of each be covered with
some material the absorbent properties OF which
will preserve the urine from waste by taking ii up,
aud thus becoming itself valuable manure.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-12-11
From the Boston Courier
THE COMING OF WINTER.

THOMAS BUCHANAN READ.
Autumn's signing, Shedding lghtness,
Moaning, dying; Like the brightness
Clouds flying When moon wlIteness
On like steeds Fills the tides.
While their shadows
O'er the meadows Now bright pleasures
Walk like widows Sparkling measures
Decked in weeds. With treasures
Overflow!
Red leaves trailing, With this gladness
Fall unfailing, Comes what sadness
Dropping, sailing Oh. what madness!
From the wood, Oh, what wo
That unpliant,
Stands defiant, Even merit
Like a giant MAY inherit
Dropping blood Some bare garrett,
Or the ground
Winds are swelling Or, a worse i'll,
Round ouI dwelling, Beg morsel
All day telling AT some door-sill,
Us their wo, Like hound
And at vesper
Fross grow crisper, Storms trailing,
As they whisper Winds are wailing,
OF the snow. Howling, railing
AT each door.
From tn unseen land 'Mdst this trailing,
Frozen inland, Ilowlng, railing,
Down from Greenland List the wailing
Winter glides, OF the poor!
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1845-12-11

Our three travellers soon exhausted themselves
in useless cries and marks of CONSERVATION; but
when they lost sight Of the Jrdin de In Cabane,
and then of the earth, sort of calm, produced by
depression, much more than by resignation, sue
ceeded to their despair
All three remained immovable, silent and with
out thinking. Their situation could not indeed, be
compared to any other, In most cases, the dangers
to which a man is exposed may have been foreseen
by him he has, at least, prepared himself for them
by suppositons, recitas or reading; but here all
was unforeseen; here no could anticipate nothing,
either from his own will or the aid of others. Our
three travellers were, to the expression, out of
the human sphere, beyond all possible foresight,
and condemned to that passive courage, which
awaits death without even being able to anticipate
the moment Of its coming.
Florence, half iaintlng with fear, had hidden her
face against her brothers breast, who, himself ng-
itaied with mingled fear astonshment and grief,
could find no encouragement to give her.
Christian Ioffinan seated at the other end of the
car, appeared less troubled, and from time TO time
threw glance Of commisss GRAFTON on Michel Rit-
The New era. [volume] ([Portsmouth, Va.]) 1845-1847, 1845-07-10
Il Ii + n f w f r. A
PRAISE OF LITTLE WOMEN

IFrom The Spanish of Juan Ruis he Hata.l
In little precious stone what spendor meets the
evcsl
In a little lump of sugar, how much of sweetness
lies
So in little woman love grows and multiplics
You recolect the proverb says--A woRnUSro THE
pepper corn is very small, but seasons every din
ner
More than all other Condiments although It's sprn-
Killed. thinner;
Just so little woman is, If love will let you win
her
There's not joy in all the world you will not find
within her.
And as within the little rose you find the richest
dyes,
And in a little grain of gold much price and value
hes,
As from little balsam much odor doth arise
80 In a little woman there's taste of paradise
The skylark and the nightingale, though small and
light Of wings,
Yet MARBLE sweeter in the grove than all the birds
that sing;
And go little woman, though worry little thing,
Is swectcr far than Sugar and flowers that bloom in
Spring.