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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22
TRUTH IN A NUT SHELL.
[From The Abingdon Bannc, ]

TExAs-THE WIGS or TUE LEGi>LATcRE.-
The prospect OF annexation is al one time consl-
dered bright al another Time gloomy-and again
doubtful The last is probably its present stale
II there ever existed party i'll the Stale that
deserved the unmtigaled execralion OF the people
ii is The Wing Parry of the Virginia Legisla-
lure. Nothing is wanting, but the passage Of such
resolution as has been submitted by The Demo-
cratic Party in that body informing our Senators
in Congress, that it is desired by The Legislature
responding 10 the will OF the people OF this
posed by the Joint resolution of Milton Brown OF
Tennessee-we say-lha, nothing more is want
ing and Texas would be annexed
We have never known party, engaged IN
playing game, so entirely partizan and reckless
as the Wings of the Legislature. What is the
attitude they take? Scarcely one OF them will
proclaim opposition 10 annexation. They areall
Tor II. They are willing so 10 say, 10 Nlessrs. Ar
cher and Rves. And while all The Democrats
are striving 10 take The step 10 secure annexation
The Wings are resorinS 10 The most miserable
and unlusuilahle expedienls 10 defeat annexation
One OF them will say, annexation should be &C
compllshcd BY treaty-whcn il is very well known
that that plan has failed and will elernay fail
The Constitutional majority of the Senate will
never be had Another Whig--such person a,
Wichcr for example, will say. that in his opinion
Texas may be Constitutionally annexed by such
a Joint resolution as Browns, but that he is mo-
willing to tell Senator Rives SO, for fear it will
make him resign. What is this bul declaring
that it is more important for his country, thai
Billy Riyes should retain his seat for few weeks
than that we should get Texas? Another Wing
will get up and protest that the Virginia Leeisa.
ture has nothing TO DO with the Federal politics.
when it is well known that it has been our inya
riable and settled policy TO inform our Senators OF
the will of the Legislature, upon all great and
important questions.
The long and short oil the whole OF this bu.i-
nessis, that Rives and Archer, in default OF The
Legislature being willing 10 express its own OPT
MON 10 them, will be left to do as they please
and their pleasure will be 10 defeat annexation
and defeat The wishes of the people of Virginia
The speedy consequence of the course pursued
oy The Wings in The Legislature will be, their 10
tai overthrow in The Spring elections. If we dc
not mistake the public mind altogether. such a
route as is in reserve has not happened for many
year; and richly, most richly will they deserve
utter and absolute demolition.
THE FIRE OF THE FLINT
From the Hytseriuc Republican, Feb. ISL
CANDIDATE FOR THE COUNTY.
We have said few words of the proceeding,
Of the Democratic meeting on Monday, in rela
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

We differ in orr anticipalions from the Albany
Alias. il says that eve had not been taught lo
expect such tenacious adherence 10 failing and
apparently laled measure Gas The Enquirer shows
10 The resolutions Of the House.) In the crisis tc
which this question had got, we had looked for
a more compliant spirit, for reader recognition
OF what was most ara,idbtr. We were surprised
therefore, that the Enquirer should so strongly
and promptly take ground in opposition TO Mr.
Benton. scheme, and should cling with such lie.
nacity to the unavailable and, 10 many Demo
Gratis wholly Objectionable, measure from the
House"
Unara,laJLG may not the Atlas be mistaken in
It's calculaions?-ls it so sure that the House re-
solutions cannot pass Nous Hcron.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22
Biyih- Dau of UaMia Q lon !

A new anniversary Of his distinguished man
"rst IN war, first in peace, first in the hearts OF
his conference.-the first in The admiration OF
the world-has come upon us-and we under
stand that arrangements in our City have been
made 10 celebrate it, with all the honor due 10 The
occasion. Last night, there was splendid Ball
given in The Academy by The Richmond Gleys--
To-day, dinner is 10 be given at the Exchange
BY the Light Guard 10 the Artillery.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22
IITTIE TENNESSEE

The Democrats OF the county Of Russell had a
meeting on the 4th inst, and unanimously nomi-
mated that slaunch and talented Republican, Cap
tain George Cowan, as their candidate for the
next nouse of Delegates.
The "Abingdon Banner" makes the 0mendc
honorable 10 The Delegates of Lee, Scott and Rus
sell, in the course they have pursued on the
Soulh-w Road. Let all The political con
sequences Of that movement be buried iathoms
dnnn.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

We ask attention 10 The advertisement OF the
Richmond & Potomac Railroad Company, pro-
posing 10 carry passengers 10 The Inauguration,
al reduced rates. We hope that the Democrats
will avail themselves Of this opportunity 10 see
their favore Champion installed into The highest
honors in the peoples gift. And may we not
hope 10 see many Wings visiting Washington,
10 witness this solemn ceremony OF carrying into
effect the popular will, 10 which every patriot
should cheeriully submit!
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

NAV then see which is the disorganizns body, the
Democratic Senate, which complies with its oo-
legations or the House Of Delegates, which, 'of
party purposes, violates It's most solemn con-
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22
wYTHE DEMOCRATIC MEETING

A numerous and respectable meeting of the
Democratic party took place al the Coun House
on the 10Th inst, (Isaac j. Leitwlch in The Chair
and Harold Smyth, Secretary After appointing
2G delegates 10 attend The Convention To meet nj
Marion on the 10Th instant, TOR The purpose OF
nominating candidate for Congress the meet
ing proceeded 10 take up the nomination OF n
candidate Tor the counly-Capt John p. Mat
thews being temporarily chairman-a committee
oil "A were named by the Chairman 10 retire and
recommend some suitable person 10 represent this
county in The next Legislature OF Virsinia-lhcy
returned with recommendation OF Isaac J. Left
witch.
Whcreupon il was moved that The said no.
minalion be affirmed BY the meeting The Chair
man put The question and The nomination of the
committee was unanimously confirmed. Mr.. Left
wich being present, was called upon 10 state his
acceptanceor non-acceptance of said nomination,
without The Intervention Of committee of Motif
cation, and lhereupun he responded TO the nomi-
nation and accepted The same.
Capt Matthews then vacated and Mr. Leltwich
resumed the Chair.
The following resolutions were offered, consi-
dered and adopted:
RcsOircd, That committee To be termed "The
Democratic Committee OF Vigilance for Wylhc, !"
be appointed, whose duty il shall be 10 use all
proper and honorable means in Obtaining neces-
sary information and giving due attention in all
things, so as 10 secure and msnrc the entire sue
cess OF The Democratic party of Wythe county
at the ensuing Spring electon-lhat the said
committee have power, and are hereby requested
10 appoint subcommittee Of vigilance in each
election precinct within the county of Wythe, and
al the Pulaski precinct.
Rcnl,ed That John p. Matthews, George
Stuart, DR.. Robert Crockett, Fleming X. Rich,
-
Robert Kent and Henry M. Jones be said Com
millee of Vigilance
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

Il To allow the hands in orr office an oppor-
tunily Of participating in the celebration OF the
anniversary Of the birth OF The immortal Wash
ing,on, We shall issue no paper on Monday nex,.
We shall no doubt have full budget Of news on
Tuesday morning
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

A Coon OMEN The Baltimore Patriot,
(Whig,) OF Thursday afternoon, says: Letters
received in this city this morning from Washing
ton express much apprehension thai The Texas
bill will ultimately pass the Senate" &c.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

business COATS-we have on hand a
ID fine assortment Of the above garments
which We offer at FIVE per cent advance.
G. DUNSPAUGH s. co.
Feb l9 No 81 w. Main 81,
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22
A letter from Washington, of!he 2Olh, contain.

@V0rl SOrIFo7f1
the following singular report
1--WE have strange rumors about Santa Anna
having actually sold The Caliornias 10 Great Bri-
tain, just before he deserted his army. Surely
such consummalion cannot be binding on Mex
ico;-23 degrees soldl-l 400 miles on the Pacific
coast! This is taking the in-turn upon us.
have seen no one since the news got hcrc--il was
deemed Startling"
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22
RICHMOND, VA.
saturday Morning, February 2a
Mu.emcnis al WASHINGTON /!

Our accounts continue 10 be cheering. one
Of our correspondents (of the 2Oih0 still express
ses confidence in The success Of The measure
Another, (samc date) says 1.-THE coniiderce 10
creases in the success of The resolutions for an
nexation. Another feels sure Of it, II is sald'
arhe Wings now give il up" The impression
is that Messrs. Foster Merrick, and johnson o.
Louisiana, (besides Henderson Of Mississippi,
who has made an able speech in favor OF II VIII
vote for the resolutions" II is hoped lhat these
resolutions of the House will be clogged with no.
thing which NAV impede their success; and that
if any thing be desired 10 be effected, Gas for in
stance any provision from Col; Benton's bll) II
NAV be proposed and accomplished afterwards
IF his propiso docs moi jcopardi-e eresOttions we
should not have the slightest objection 10 it, But
we solemnly and earnestly conjnre The friends OF
annexation orsk nothing al all in either House
The safest scheme, certainly, is 10 pass the reSo-
lulions first, and tten propose the other as sub
slanlive and supplemental plan.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

II is said, that Gen. Lamar, Ex-President OF
Texas, and Commodore Moore OF her navy,
are now in Westinghouse have expressed the
opinion, that The proposed plan Of annexation, as
it passed the House OF Representatives, will be
acce ptabe 10 the Government Of Texas. The
General some time since addressed leslerto the
Editor of the New, York Sun, consralulaling HIM
upon the passage OF The Resolutions, in which ne
says:
"The bill has passed the House OF Representa-
lives in form which | have no doubt will be
readily accepted by the people of Texas. Al
though it contains a restriction which do not full
ly approve Of myself, YET its general provisions
CtatpS
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

II The Charleston Mercury lashes MIR. Rives
with scorpions II declares, that, "Ol all The pub
lie men in the country, il would seem that MI
Rves, Of Virginia, had consented 10 occupy The
position ofleast responsibility. With talents TIA!
might have adorned high place, he has insisted
upon being contemplate. What else can ex-
plain his course on Texas! Anxious for annex
alton, he says-scouting the preensions OF Mexi-
co,-he YET votes against the treaty al the last
Session, and now opposes The joint resolution on
constitutional grounds because il is not treaty!
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

pACON-4,OOO lbs. cheap Shoulder Bacon
ID Just received, and for sale by
GRETTER & GRETTER,
Feb. 6-6t doors below the Bell
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-22

ton 10 The Convention at Marion. We shall say
few words in regard TO the action of the Demo-
cracy of Wythe, as regards their county candi-
date. We saw portion OF the 553 Democratic
VOTERS and We saw portion Of the 3O9 wing
voters-and We saw, or at least we thought we
saw. that these 244 of Democratic majority
would like that VIM c. Rives should mol be re-
elected to the U. S. Senate next winter We
thought We saw, that these 553 Democrats, and
goodly portion Of these 300 Wings, would like 10
san 10 Senators Archer and Riyes, IT IS ocR WILL
that Milton Browns Texas Resolutions should
pass The Senate, by The aid of yonr votes as our
seryans-we should like 10 see the acquisition Of
the fair domain of Texas accomplished, and her
people, our kindred, re-annexed 10 this Union
and if we could speak, we should like 10 say SO
to you. :,
Then we thought we heard them say, we will
try the voters privilege the coming Spring. And
when the nomination of Mr.. Leftwilch came, we
thought we saw the glorious resolve, "Erery
thing for Democracy and Democratic prirresples-
nothing jor men"
The nomination of Mr.. Lefwich fell as clap
of thunder, in clear sky, in the ears oil our wing
opponents-and when he responded TO the call,
Welding himself to the demands OF his party,
and al once went of into the canvass, scorchlng,
scathing, skinning that sycophantic Whissery-
1--WE HedH ho"HMs7t NHiSSeIS J-"Hi1n mas ~
lowed blindiold the great embodiment" into the
"Disma Swamp" Of abolionism-we felt that
Wythe would speak her proper voice in The Hal
OF The House OF Delegates next Winter.
Mr. Leftwich took up the Texas subject, and
he handled il in an able manner-he showed HIM
self well informed in the history OF Texas, and
when he spoke of the nhuman and unconsliIu-
rional SHE cf mr. olrn flesh and IOod 10 the Spanisi
G0rcnmen,-thc Spanish Despottsm The country
Of he hqniStion-and then portrayed the present
action of the Wig members OF the Legislature,
who are departing the re-acquisilion Of the peo-
Pile thus unluslly and barbarously dealt with, and
the beautiful conntry thus unconsitutionally part
ed with, we thought we saw men who said within
themselves thsshall not be, by my vote, the posi-
ton OF things next Winter.
Mr. Leftwich is our standard bearer We
know not who will be the Wing candidate We
have taken time BY the forclock, and We trust it
shall not be said of the Democracy OF Wythe, that
influenced by mc,c PERSONAL preference, the Demo,
cratic majority of 5000 in Virginia, as exhibited
in November, are Willingly and Willingly 10 be
mis-represenIed by their present masters at Wash.
inston, Messrs. Archer and Rves-lhat il shall
not be said, that the men of Wythc, foregoing
their glorious principles, have lost the U. States
Senator from mere personal regard 10 This or that
man-llat the Democracy OF Wythe have lost 10
the Union the country Of Texas-lhal the Demo
crazy OF Wylhe have jeoparded the peace, The
safety and national honor through lukewarmness
and omission OF duty "a voters in The coming
Spring election, and in The failing 10 vote upon
principle, and upon principle only.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1845-08-14
OUR RAIL RoAD-THEP RoSPEC-

We have received frum the hands Of
friend IN Boston, the pamphlet issued there
by the committee OF the Directors Of the
Western Rail Road Company, and which is
designed TO present TO the Boston people a
concise and plain statement OF facts in rela-
uon TO the probable business Of this road,
and the beneficial res,ln that would follow
10 Boston by its completion.
With this pamphlet we are much pleased;
and though there is noi an exaggerated state
mem eJntsned 10 it,-not one that Is not
susceptible Of the clearest proof-we shall
be Surprised II Il does not awaken in the
Boston public an interes, in this matter tina,
sc have not before seen. There is one
point. however, that the gentleman who pre-
paved tfe statement has overlooked, and
which we think should no, by our Bazton
friends be lost sighi oE-snd that is, the
fact, Ina, by this road. with It's tap and a
Continuous road To Ssrstoqs--a line4s fern
ed triween that plare and Boston, nearer b,
some trsaiy mules than any other present o,
contemplated route. This 10 an importa.
pom, in aseh: end besides, Il shows ma.
ronelusisely what the e6se. Of this tap vii
be on the interests Of Bostos-and the cnn,
troll 1t VII give ,h., market over the busi
ness Of that portion ofthe State Of New YorI
lying West and South West 81 US
We understand thst eSeO 900 hs bee,
Subscribed on DOR books previous to the il
Sung Of The pampbe, above alluded 10 an.
should h ~ sarp.n thai by more lkorosgi
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1845-08-14
WESTERN ELECTIONS

KENTUCKY Leringion District.
Garrett Davis 7S0 ahead IN the wing end
Of the district, the first night. He IS con
sidcrcd safe
XII District John r. Games wing
runs well ahead of Tibbars, opposite Gin
cinnnll We hope Games IS IN
Louisville District. On the frs DAYS
poll. Thomnsson is only 450 ahead IN Lou.
isvillc, and is 40 behind in Jefferson county
Bad reports from Shelby, Henry, &c. We
suspect Nultall, loco, is elected
INDIANA Old WAYNE Co. gives G. Il.
Smith, last whig NJ. c.. sj5 over John
Finley, irregular wing Whole wing uckd
elected e Rep'.) Faycr,c Co, IS / maj for
Smith whole whg ticket elected Hon.
Caleb B Smith is reelected 10 Congress by
probably over 1000 maj
Ohio Co. gives sixteen majority hr r.
Smith, over Eggles,on, wing, for Congress
Correspondence Of The Tr,bun,
Louisville, Ky Aug 8, 1915
Dear Sir We have full returns OF the
first days election in Louisville, Jefferson
Shelby, Oldham and Henry, and partial re-.
turns from Carol and Trimble Cos ,,
Thomnsson's election, by small MAJORITY,
pretty certain. Our returns from other ,,
,ric,s amount to liule or nothing.
Yours truly, G Dr.,
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1845-08-14
MA,sv. The Whig, of the State Of Maine

MAINE. The Wings Of the State OF Maine
assembled in Convention, at Portland. on
Thursday the 9TH inst. and unanimously NOM
mated Hon. FsEEMAN II. MoRsr, Of Bath,
as the candidate to be supported by the
Wings Of tina, State, for the Office Of Govern
or. at the ensuing election. MIR Morse is
favorably known ss the popular and efficient
representative, from the Line oln (ComeDdis-
,ric,. The Portland Advertiser, speaking Of
him says MIR. Morse's well meri,ed repu-
taton in all parts of the State, and the high
respect and esiesm in which he is held by
oil parties, render it unnecessary for US, at
this time, To do more than announce hi.
name. or the other candidates, who receiv-
ed portion 9th voies,every ons i, a warm
pars )nl friend nr Mr. Morse, and were
there any thing To yield in such case, IT
would be cheeriully yielded TO such gcner-
al favorite. by 50 handsome a vote. Union,
n, least, will be sure to attend the efforts Of
the Wings in this behalf"
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1845-08-14
GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

We understand thnt the survey Of the
Safe IS progressing. aud ihR the results
Of the researches OF the e"nuemcn eagae.
I'd 10 tho week promise much use-
Mlness although their iabsr this year are
mostly prepa ralory to future and more pn r.
ueuiar operations. They are dcvo,ing their
tine principally N ckamm~ng soils and ia
the search for ms,crials for manurcs, add
in cArfv,ng out this pan, ono Of them, the
Rev Mr. Hall.--has visited oae or more
toxins ia this county. In Wal],e Mr. Hal
has discovered one or two excessive brds OF
mari. Wmeh Will prove 10 BE-, no doubt, Of
rrcai value 10 the farmers, the like Of
which may &c fovud IN many 20 wns m The
Sure and WI serve greatly to promote the
tu'crCN oiagneuslsse Individuals canno,
ahafd the expense OF euch sciesriflc ernni
nations, aud as the 'esua. Of Repieg,eal dis
eevciies are SWAY. ola pa biie bearst n \
pfoG"r sad rgh, TIA, she q ste should an.
tao he erpcnse al them. AZ PROJECTED To-
IA 5 StTte the rXpeRse 10 each ,uhahns,r ",
to s1m~hlhg liketwo o-rr-. and much fe~
'hsn he surveys 81 Most of,he slatcs uhlcl
have tsk'n place.
Upon The ncerssiy Of survry OF hi
sinl i,' the bcnehi agriculture especially
hnd One very Ius Sni sppropr,ne .,
rn1 Is N nn address OF the Odesn. Conn.,
= -u'url spc,'-v last iail by s,pdaa n
. Colby. FL Of Derby We akea!r,
,a.fsc.s ~ follows
To n Ct ils a cttmirai nunly,i, ,
a,l oar pl,u,s, ana al our coils - rcqairr.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1845-08-14
FIRE AT NEWPORT.

Loss OF LIFE. The Ocean House wal
destroyed by FIRE OF Sunday afternoon -
The FIRE took in the kitchen and the whole
house was in flames almost instantly In
an hour ihi. splendid house was in ruins
The body Of Samuel F. Gardiner, Esq, OF
Newport has been taken from the ruins
and j, is feared that others have persisted
Abou, FIVE hundred boarders wer,
burnel out by this sad misfortune
Some Of them were taken 10 Providence by
the Massachusetts, which went down fol
tina, purpose.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1845-08-14
Ftoa,px Etvcr,oss

FLoatpA ELECTIONS The e'ec
tons fos Judicial and State House or
hcers being all over IN the FLORIDA l..
g,slaturc, we append the result. VI,
Western Circuit Geo, :. Ilawkr.
Judge, and J. Carrnway Smith, So,
citor. Southern Circuli-Wm Ma,
win, Judge, and X, W. Brnnliy. Sol.
cltor. Eastern Circuit--lH. bronson
Judge, and Felix g. Livingston. Soil
citor. Middle Circuit Thomas D,l,
zcll, Judge, and Thos. J. Heir. Solcr,
or. For Judge of the Middle Clrcu,t,
the Tallehasse Star says there was
very exciting and protracted contest
The principal competitors were Thop,.
ms Baltzell Of Tallahassee, Samp.op n
Butler Of Madison, formerly n mcmbc,
of Congress from South Carolina and
Joseph M'Cants Of Jefferson. Tho
ballotings were persisted in. for thrc.
several days before constitutional
majority for either candidate was oh
tanned. For the first sixteen h,llo,/
ines, the contest lay principally h'.
tween Col. Butler and Mr.. Bal,zrll -.
Col. Buffers name was then with
drawn by his friends, and Mr. meant,
was nominated. On the third doy'.
trial, and after 80 ballotings, Mr.. BAH.
zell was declared to be- duty elected
Subsequently, the Legislature elect.
cd Jamos II. Archer Secretary Of Str,c.
Benjamin Boyd, Treasurer and y. p.
Bemis Compuolley,