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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
CORRESPONDENCE

AZ We have received too late for this morn
ings paper frank, stirring, and powerful aP-
peal 10 "The Hon. w. G. Rives," from "A Natire
Of .ADcmarle," concerning the Annexation OF
Texas If any thing could recall MIR. Rives 10
himself, and win him back to his counlry's in
leress, il is such letter as this. It is written in
The mos, courteous and respectful spirit, and sin
cerily is stamped upon every line OF it. II shall
appear on Monday.
ar We have also received strong commun-
cation from Democrat olthe City OF New York,
in relation 10 the Democratic members from the
State, who voted against Browns resolutions. He
argues The question strongly FOR Annexation, and
appealsto The aforesaid members fora reconsider
alton OF their views and votes. THIS also shall
appear on Monday.
s-5 We are indebted 10 Wiloushby Newton,
Esq. Of The House Of Representatives. for copy
Of The Circular Letter he has addressed ito his
constituents, in explanation and defence Of the
joint resolutions passed by the House OF Repre-
sentalives, for the admission Of Texas into the
Union" It is written with great force and
beauty. That also We will publish on Monday.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
uwuo IS JAMES k. POLKqp

Mr.. Polk has been received with reclamation
by the People, in every town or village at which
he has touched on his way 10 Westinghouse
The villages he passed on the rivers between Nash
willie and Louisville-at Louisville, after his arri
val was known, at Jacksonville, in Indiana, Ma
olson, Cincinnati, Wheeling &C., &c.-wlh firing
of guns. living of flags, and the welcome shouts OF
the people. On ascending the river to Cincinnati,
five steamboats, were abreast, filled with near =,
500 people An immense crowd surrounded him
at Cincinnati. A correspondent of the N. York
Herald writes: 81 have seen the Queen going and
returning from Parliament House. have seen
Lonis Philippe going to the Chamber of Depn-
ties. saw John Tyler land in New York in
May or June, 1913, but never before did enjoy
such scene as this at Cincinnati to-day, 18th
inst. as the hearty manner with which the arrival
ola Western President was hailed on his way to
Washington. Allfeh 10000 cizens) and express
cd what they felt Blessings rest upon them and on
our great, glorious and mighty common country.
Col Folks Annexation and Oregon principles,
make him, at this lime, almost the idol of the
great mass Of the people. In The midst of one of
The most exciting scenes ever presented 10 my
eyes by The voluntary greeting of free people,
a stout looking Hoosier Democrat gave vent
10 his feelings by crying ont at The top of his
voice 10 the assembled multitude, Who is James
X. Folt?' which was received with deafening
shouts.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

will not despair OF The Republic; but tha' we ne,.
by pledge ourselves to each other, and 10 every
man in The South, and in the Union, VIII - a
friend TO The cause, and 10 our iriehus III go,
never to abandon the fortunes OF the Lone o'di
and thai The moment OF its defeat, should j &C
cur during the session of The present Congress,
shall be The sisnal OF a new rally-lhat we VIII
forthwith raise the consecrated banner, and Da"ie
under il, until we succeed. Wecall on Tue PeoPie
OF Virginia 10 stand by US, and 10 snow no@ su
perior is The energy Of the Freemen OF tha eou',i
to the fsnatci,.n the AbolIiioniss OF Tue Noi.i
God forbid! that any friend OF Texas IN W, VT
sina should be suspected OF debating 10 In "a,
gress--or that any friend OF Iexas saoa'a -
Charged with waiting in the proper spirit oil con-
ciliaton and concession. Upon lha' s"pJee'' -
say, as we said yesterday:
ave prefer Browns resolutions, therelore-Du'
moi with such peltnacily, as To take maj Plan'
and nothing else An idea has been thrown oel, "
mite Browns and Benton's schemes-lhat Is ~
say. to take what is good in both oil them. u Ne
cessary, and Texas will not accept Inc !eiils'
Mn with Col Benton, lei us have COMMISSION
ers appointed to carry out his compact-aha P'n-
chase, through a cession, the residue Oh inc el-
rilory, &C., &c. A friend al our elbow SUCCESS,
that he must not connect them by amendment ~
as 10 fling Browns Resolutions again before .,le
House OF Representatives. TO run inc sh"' ,%s
there Better, (he says,) far better 10 STRIKE Tue
bargain now-concur with the House, anu .i,n
pass such portions Of Col. Benion's as may oe
needed 10 give efficiency 10 Browns. Let Us ho'
play the game Of delay 10 destroy.
1--WE repeat that We are not dosgedly welded 70
any particular system We so for our country
mol ohs,naely Tor particular measures or tleir
authors We care not who secures US leSas,
whether Tyler or Polk, Brown or Benton. oou
forbid that narrow pride, which stiekles Tor paru-
cular men-or that impracicable obsiihacy,
which is calculated 10 defeat great measure, NC,
cause il does not suit our taste 10 the tenth part OF
hair. We would bind that man 10 our heart OF
hearts, who, losing sight OF all selfish interests
goes now for what is best for his country. Woe
unto him who sacrifices Texas 10 his ambition
or cnvy-and glory be to him who secures the no.
bic end By The most honorable and available
means"
No man in Washington shall suspect US OF the
slightest wish 10 defeat Texas by any want OF
Cancellation. As We pledge TO stand by her ~
case every effort VOW fails SO we will concur anu
co operate with every friend Of Texas at wash
ington, in the most liberal and concilialory man
ner. We have our preferences as 10 the mofc-
but we are prepared 10 sacrifice them TO the hlgn
and ranscendeni object OF securing her admission
in Ike most honorable, the most anlcable man
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

TAMILY GROCERIES.-The subscribers
i have received, by recent arrivals from the
Northern cities, additional supplies Of the best
FAMILY GROCERIES, which render their as
sorneni full and complete-and, for quality of
articles canno, be surpassed. The following IS
list of articles now in store, and which will be
sold al the lowest prices:
Superior Brown and Loaf Sugars
Superior Gunpowder, Imperial, Young Hyson
and Black Teas
Old Government Java Laguayra and ST. Do
minso Coffee.
Imported Liquors, very superior, among which
Old French Brandy and Jamaica Rum
Pure Holland Gin and Irish Whiskey
Champagne, Clarei, Old Port, Madeira and
Pale Sherry Wines
Superior London and Philadelphia Porter
No. Cocoa and Chocolate
Ginger, Mace, Pepper, Pimento, Cassia Nut
megs, SC.
Smoked and Picked Herrings in boxes and
barrels
No. Mackere and Salmon
Tongues and Sounds, Smoked Tongues and
Beef Hams
Sardines, Anchovies, Olives and Capers
Vcrmacelli and Maccaruni
Walnut Mushroom and Tomato Catsups
Sauces and Pickles, assorted
Italian and Bordeaux Oil
Imitation English Cheese
Superior Goshen Butter and Buckwheat Flour
I'm ported Cigars Of the most approved brands
Sperm, Wax and Patent Candles, &c, &c.,
with variety of other articles in the Grocery
line.
The subscribers, thankful 10 the public for the
very liberal patronage heretofore extended 10
them, would most respectfully solicit continu-
ance OF the same.
HENRY AYLMER g. SON,
Feb. Is No. 36, West Main st.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
FL .ORIDA.

We thank General Bayly OF Virginia for The
manly speech which he made IN behalf Of The
Rights Of The People OF Florida. And we con
graduate the public, hal he bM tor he admission
Of Florida and Ioro has passed he House Of Rep
rcscntoiires-and bv so decided vote. We re-
loice that Two more States are about TO be adj
mitted into the Union-nol clone Stars" as
Texas is The question now is, what is TO be-
come Of this interesting bll Will it I've smother
ed in the Senate, according 10 their usual custom
with many of The good bills or measures OF the
House-Or, will they do justice 10 the people Of
these Two fine Territores-situated al such ex-
IRENE distances from each oher--the one in the
farhesl South, and the other in the farlhesl North
Wesl1 Nous FcyT0Rs,
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
CAROLINE COUNTY.

Al a meeting of the Democratic party, heh =
the Bowling Green, Caroline county, on Mcnts!
10Th Of February ls4S pursuant 10 P's s.s!
notice William w: Dickinson, Esq, was cs .,.,
to the Chair, and William A. Buckner sppons'
Secretary. !,
The object Of the meeting was explained y
didate to represent the party in the next Leg'sis'
ture Of Virginia.
On motion OF George Filzhugh, a committee i, !,
twenty were appointed from different parts 81 y
county charged with the selection. :.
The committee retired and in short llmr, !.
ported through their chairman, Mr.. Robert Je,,,.
that Col. James NJ. G. Dickinson had been up ..y
mously selected BY them as suitable cahaM ". !,
which selection was confirmed by The mse'"'
unanimously.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

HoY1os OFFICES, 900 Capitol for To-
IL day. Tickets 50 sos numbers, l5drawn
ballots; fine for Packages.
Also, for to-day
$4,000 Tickets Sl0-Shares in proportion
For sale at HOYT'S OFFICE,
No. 3 Exchange
II Ticket Nos 10, o. 20. A Capital prize
sold and paid in Yesterdays Lottery
Feb IL
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
The Long Agony OreT

The House Of Delegates yesterday, AZ 1neII
Evenings Session, decided question: wncn ., nas
been discussed ably on both sides tor The asI liIee
DAYS, viz the "Right Of Way" asked py lhe
Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road Company through
Virginia 10 point on the Obi" River MOI 20 lo NH
Than Parkersburg. BY vote OF % 70 90, Mi.
The road TO terminate al Wiecitng. Various
amendments were offered, and lost. On motion
OF Mr.. Edmunds of Halifax, after long debate,
The bilI was so amended as 10 require the fare on
the Washington and Baltimore Rail Road q, TO D., be
reduced 10 four cents per mile. AT ., I. NJ. me
bill was ordered TO be engrossed.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
HANOVER COUNTY.

The Democrats are requested to meet al FebT1
airy Court for the purpose Of nominating cafs'
date 10 represent rs in The next House Of p'l''
gates.
A desire that our party may be well organizes
and an opportunity afforded The candidate 10 cah'
vass the whole county. will induce, We hop, =
many as possible Of The Republicans TO aueni.,
To rescue from The hands OF the "Goths and y
Vandals" the old county of Hanover This Srr!Es
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

Il As the Legislature have postponed their
own adjournment till Thursday next, and it is
advisable 10 postpone the last meeting oflhe Le-
gislatve Convention till later evening; it is pro-
posed TO postpone The Convention from this eve
niRg 10 next Tuesday evening.
A MEMBER.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

We have 10 thank Nash & Woodhouse for the
18th No. of Harper's Pictorial Bible-the 9th part
Of Thirlwall's valuable and interesting History
of Greece-and the Chimes, a Goblin Story, one
OF the most popular works Of Dickens, which we
have eagerly devoured, in spite of our dislike OF
the author for his ISLANDERS upon the country.
From Mr. Gill, We have the January No OF
Scott G. Co.'S Republication of Blackwoods Ma
gazne-a capital No, and laden with literary
sweets, such as "Setled al last" "The forced
Sale" and beautiful criticism OF Homer, Dante,
and Michael Angelo.
7th No. of "Smith's Weekly Volume" one Of the
best and cheapest American publications 1t
contains an interesting paper on Miss Martineau
and Mesmersm-and striking narrative, by
Mrs. Houstin, an English lady, styled, Texas
and the Gulf Of Mexico, or Yachting in the New
Void
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
To tie Editors
w.. -.

To tie Editors of the Enquirer:
You are requested to announce Mai. Samuel
D. McDearmon as candidate TO represent this
county in the next Legislature
MANY VOTERS.
Prince Edward, February, 1916
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

In Justice 10 Mr. CRAwFoRn, OF the Virginia
Senate, we have 10 state, that in voting on Thurs
day against the indefinite postponement of the re-
solution 10 go into the election, Thursday, of a
United States Senator, he was governed by no
constitutional scrupes. He was opposed 10 the
acting on the House Resolution, which would
have been equally ellcacious in defeating The al
tempt 10 slihe the voice OF Republican Virginia
BY the election OF an Anli-Texas Federal Senator.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
FoR THE ESouIRER.

To the Voters Of The Oh Congressional District.
Fellow Citizens: We see from the Enquirer OF
this morning, thai il is proposed 10 hold Con-
yenlion IN the city OF Richmond, on the 18th of
March next, for The purpose OF selecting the can
didate OF The Democratic party TO fill the vacan-
cy occasioned BY the resignation OF our estimabe
and distinguished Representative, John Winston
Jones, Esq. IL is known TO you, that the result OF
the election in this district is 10 say The least, in
extremcdoubt We confidently believe, however,
that The Democratic party have il in their power
TO elect their candidate, if they will only make
the best use OF the strength which is al their dis
posal. Not only should the Democratic party
unite with the utmost cordially and zeal upon The
nominee OF the Convention; but they should
take care that lha, nominee, whoever he
may be, shall be the strongest man whose
services they can command. 1t is in this
connexion, and having the triumph Of our party
az hearl, that we present 10 you the name OF
JAMES A. Seldom, Esq. 1t is not as the
gentleman, The scholar and jurist merely 1t is
not as The able and truthful expounder OF the
principles OF The Republican pany-nor as the
firm and consistent Democrat from the beginning
nor yet on account oil the transcendent services
which ne rendered 10 our party during The late
Presidential canvass. involving great personal
sacrifices, both OF health and time. These are not
the grounds upon which We rest Mr.. Seddon's
claims; though none in our opinion have higher
claims than himself in these respects. Blu, in
Inc present critical position OF the Democratic
parry IN lie district il is our solemn duty to merge
all other considerations in that OF araiiabihip-
And J. is as the strongest man in The 9TH Congress
slonal district that we present The name OF James
A. Seldom, Esq. We know something OF public
sentiment on this point-particnlarly in The City
OF Richmond-and we are confident that no other
man whom The Convention can nominate will be
able so much 10 break the Wing strength OF the
metropolis. We know men who, we have the
strongest reason TO believe, will vote Tor Mr. Sed-
don-but who will vote for no other Democrat
We know olhers-and they are numerous-who
il Mr. Seldom is the candidate, will no, vote al
all but who will vote with the Wings, il any other
Democrat is the candidate. II is in this aspect
then-dS Mc strongest man IN Tie Disirtcl-thai we
present The name of MIR. Seldom, and, in doing So
we nave inc success of the Democratic party e1-
clusivey at heart. MANY DEMOCRATS.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
To lie Editors Of The Enquirer.

10 ne Editors Of tic Enquirer:
Messrs. Edtors-Allowa voter in the 9Th Con.
sressienal District 10 bring 10 the consideration of
The public the name OF HENRY L. HOPKINS
OF Powhatan, as proper person 10 represent this
District in The next Congress of the United States.
il would be an useless waste of nv time 10
speak OF the capabily OF Col Hopkins. All
who have been al all acquainted with the politics
of the last eight or len years, know the man
and his qualifications. His devotion 10 the 'pe-
culiar principles" Of Virginia has won for him
the confidence of Republicans, while at the same
time il has caused the phals OF wrath 10 be poured
upon his head by the Wing party.
Peculiarly popular in his own county, he has
always been able 10 beat any competitor for the
suffrages OF the resident voters Of Powhalap and
would even now be in the State Legislature. had
he not been ostracised BY the Federal legion which
swarmed from Richmond al the last Spring cleo
for the sole purpose OF defeating him.
Col. Hopkins has labored as hard and with as
much effect for his party as any man in il, and
has suffered more in its defence than any other
who can be named An opportunity is now TO be
offered, when The party may cvince their gratitude
Tor his services and his struggles in its behalf
Col. Hopkins nomination is of course subject
TO The decision of the Convention, which is TO as
semble in Richmond on the 18th OF March
CIVIS.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15
EDUCATION.

MISS LUCY P. NJ. LEAKE will open a
ItI School for the education Of Young Ladies al
Stony Point, within one mile OF scousville, Abe
marie on Monday, the Isl Of April next. The
course OF tuition will comprise the usual branch
es fan English education, together with French,
Music and Needle-work. Alter some years eS-
perence, Miss Leake flatlers herself that those
who commit their daughters or wards 10 her
care, will be gratifed with The results. Sa,sfac.
tory testimonials will be produced TO those who
may wish them; in the meantime, she refers par
licularly To the Rev. WIN. S. White, Charlotles.
vile, Col. I. J. Randolph, Edge Hill, and Frank
G. Ruifin Esq, Shadwel.
Board, including all accommodations, may be
had in The family OF her brother, Mr. Samuel A.
Lealtc, with whom she resides. lie will have
ample room for Ten or twelve.
Terms, per session Of five months:
For ordinary English branches sig 81
" French (additonaD III w
Music, with the use OF Piano II w
Needle-work w
Board, per month 0O
Feb l5-ctlAp
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

II No Northern mail, North of Washington,
was received by yesterdays Cars.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

Gems of Literature sprouting spontaneous out OF
tic luxurious rednndaneics Of The da-=ling bril-
ianees OF The Report Of The Committee Of Foreign
Relations, upon, Ct suppose. The remuneration Of
liz Se1Lake 10 is Ireain Rcpudl 1tionS
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-15

or roid Of opera1ion' for, not having tae kcy to
he mechanism, can know no more OF what il
means than | do OF 'componsn. Siales III a DIS
iuurt,rc eapacifr;" nor how that which was "sene-
ror' was neither "serera" nor "comnion'-nor
'.fadtioncd IN oecrrgot,0l Of concerns and inter-
cSis. bui ertraeii0a from Hcn learing Tie residunm
omofMe potofMe Federal anthoity, and eonfaing
The sphere ADMINISTRATION Of his authorityto Lc com
pound rclfdre constituted IN he eriracfiOn-hat is
10 Mv, he GENERAL 1relEus." can say this,
though, for Mr.. Archer's general rc'fue'-lhat
he has pretty nigh as many troops OF words about
him as our General Sam Houston, had troops Of
sosers at the battle of San Jacinlo; and, though
don't know what use he's going to make Of
them, unless he's going 10 make assault on and
give battle 10 the enumerated powers" yet, by
Jolly don't they stick 10 him, and follow him
about the camp, wherever he goesl He says he
don't "borrow' nothing but he "lcnds" though
the same as any bank full of shinplasers Still,
he seems puzzled 10 know how those dependent"
on him can "cldim"-as 'khe case of the stomach
and members Of the body, to find corSrENANcE,
,Ohieh insasS on imposing silence tsir auxiliary
and master;"-and SO am puzzled too-for, il
they don't find a coantenanee in his fare, how
could they "impose silence on their auxiliary and
mast r?'-and particular as she enumerated po,r-
crs arc to Gc kd'-and how could they be, un-
less they had ''eountenanees" with mouths 10
them? Answer me that Do.
lake though that, that must be mighty co.
mica "phrase," che talks OF whch"-"As parts
of itself, FEEDS these objecs-not the pelican tear
ing lis maternal breast, but The human mothe,
rAo~ circulation perrades The comprehended e,aJru
and gires il riiality"-which, as don't exactly
't0mpretenld," may be owing 'sposs 10 paat The
Report calls 'n'nhit arions complication Of human
AFFAIRS and public eriseneits," which may be "denid
a place with their homogeneous associates, erc!nded
from their pririlcgc Of oonfraternity" However il
is not for me 10 paddle my canoe over The "oeear
Ot>adoptation," or by any "domieii,ary intrusion
to peep into any "inlernal improvement of edarac
Ter purely inferior nor can from she eomposnr.
Of intestine agitation form an interest of generai
tg;" and as have no condition 10 become srtt,l
guisaed, ] am not willing 10 "disehdrge The fna
eHce Of eo''snmmation" by 'tde debanehing piolcne
The Kalida venture. [volume] (Kalida, Ohio) 1841-1865, 1845-07-22
From the Charleston Mercury,


AS the National IntelHgencer has made a
great noise about party prescription of the
present Administration, and has done us the
honor of copying and lauding many of our
remarks in condemnation of that practice,
we take pleasure in return in copying tho
subioined communication from the Washing
ton Union, emitting the list of ofice-holders
at the end of it, and promising that Mr. w.
w. SEAroN, the Wing Mayor of Washington
is one Of the proprietors and editors Of the
Intelligencer.
OFFICERS UNDER THE CORPORA
TION OF WASHINGTON.
To the editor of the Union.
Please publish the following list of the
persons Ye-nominated by w. w. Seaton, ESQ,
Mayor of this city, on Monday last, the Esd
instant, TO fill the various situations under
the corporation for the year next ensuing
These, we are given to understand, comprise
all the Offices within the gift of the authori-
ties of Washington; and we are further in
formed that but one person named among
the sixty is friend and supporter of the pre-
sent administration; and that the post filed
by him is only worth about fifty dollars per
annum. This is, indeed, carrying out the
senatorial sentiment of Mr.. Clay-,hat but
one democrat should be kept in Office as a
memento of whig clemency and federation,
whenever and wherever they hold power
The people of the Union know we'll that the
friends of the present administration COM
prise q large and respectable minority of the
citizens of Washington, and will, perhaps,
be surprised to learn that the Mayor, who,
|. by these nominations, totally excludes that
minority from the least share of the official
patronage of the corporation, as one Of the
editors of the "Naiional intelfgentcr," is
very much given to preaching indignant ho-
miles against the spirit of prescription actu-
ating the administrations of Jackson, Van Bu-
rem, and Polk, even in the face of the fact
tina: our opponents have always outnumber-.
ed our friends in Office under the general 60
vernment in this city. We shall make few
comments on the extraordinary state ofthings
here exhibited; but must be permitted to
say that the party thus administering the c-
ty patronage have no right to make COM
plants if the present administration, even at
this late day, should fall upon the plan Of
carrying the war into Africa" to put stop
to such treatment of minority; which, by
the-by, has been submitted TO in silence ever
since our opponents have controlled the city
government.