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they had the slightest desire to save
their bacon
The next morning while the poor
scribe was comfortably seated IN his
office, Eatfessly fumBins over mea-
gre parcel of exchanges he heard foot
steps on the stairs, and presently an
individual having accomplished his as
cent nsoee his appearance. His first
salutauon was slightly abrupt.
"Where'S the editor of this ID,
dirty lying paper"
Now, aside from the rudeness Of this
opening interrogatory, there were other
considerations that induced the editor
to believe tina! there was trouble on
foot. The parsonage who addressed
him bore a cowhide, and moreover.
seemed to be exceedingly enraged--
This was not all-he recognised in him
distinguished leader Of the sporting
fraternity, with whose cognomen he
had taken very irreverenl liberties
1t was without the slightest hesitation,
therefore that he replied to the introduc-
tory query:
Il don't know
"Do you belongto the concern?n
. "No indeed, but presume the editor
will soon be in"
well" SAID the visitor, 81 will wait
for him." an suiting the action to the
word, he composedly took chair, pick
ed up a paper and commenced read
ing.
/ "ifI meet him,'' said the frightened
/ knight Of the Scissors and quill, 81 will
tell him there is gentleman here who
wishes 10 see him"
| As he reached the foot Of the stairs,
in his hasty retreat, he was accosted by
another, who thus proceeded to make
himself known:
Can YOU tell me where can find
/ the sneaking rascal who has charge Of
It's viIainous sheel?" producing the
last number OF "Freedoms Ecllo and
the Battle Axe Of Liberty"
Yes" replied the editor, she is up
there in the office now, reading, with
his back to the door,
Thank you," exclaimed the strang-
er as he made grasp at his brother in
iniquity, and they came crashing TO the
floor together,
As the combatants, Notwithstanding
the similarity Of their occupation, hap
pened to be unacquainted with each
other, very pretty quarrel ensued.-
First one was top and then the Other
blow followed blow, kick followed kick
and oath followed oath, until bruised
exhausted and and bloody, with faces
and features resembling Deaf Burke al.
ter a two hours pugilistic encounter
! there was by mutual consent a cessa
ton ST hostiites As the warriors sa
on the floor, contemplating each Other
the first conner found breath enough t.
ask,
"Who are you, and what did you at
tack me for?"
"You abused me in your paper, yo'
scoundrel."
"Me! I'm not the editor, came here
to fog him myself"
Mutual explanations and apologize;
ensued, and the two mistaken gentle
men retired TO "bind up their wounds
As the story comes to It's, the distlng
u;shed individual whose vocation it wa
10 enIighten the world, by the aid o
that great engine, the public press, es
caped Scot, free. Crescent City.
The lynx. (Panola, Mi. [i.e. Miss.]) 1845-1845, 1845-03-01

Distance by present route, 1900
The estimated distance TO Japan is c,
900 miles less. The time required on
the new route--eight days from New
York TO the Pacific, twenty two days
thence to Amoy--in all thirty days from
New York to China. Estimated cost of
the road is sixty five millions of dollars.
Gin Gas.
The lynx. (Panola, Mi. [i.e. Miss.]) 1845-1845, 1845-03-01

Dramatic Satisfies There are in
France, says one ofthe journals, $500
actors, z, 600 actresses, and 10000 in
dividuals attached in one way or other
to theatres, making a total Of $4,000
persons living upon the budget Of Tha-
liza, and Melbomene, which is estimated
at $4,000, OOOE If these 3O,O0o,O0Oi
were divided equally, each person
would not have 5000 years; but as
some of the privileged have 100000,
2O,0Oof, and 100000, it is easy TO cen
ceive how small must be the income Of
a large portion, and the misery that
must exist IN the dramatic career.
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Miss seward, Washington, and
Mai. Andre.

Miss Seward was SO considerable
person when her reputation was at its
height, that Washington said no cir
cnmstance in his life had been so NOR
tiIying to him as that Of being made the
subject of her invectve, in her mcnody
On Mhjor Andre. After peace had been
concluded between Great Britain and
the United States, he commissioned an
American officer, who was about TO sail
for England, 10 call upon her at Itch
field, and explain to her, that instead of
having caused Andres death, he had
endeavored 10 save him; and she was
requested TO perusc the papers in proof
of his, which he sent for her perusal.
They fill me-" said Miss Seaward,
"with contrition for the rash injustice
Of my censure.n -Souihey.
The lynx. (Panola, Mi. [i.e. Miss.]) 1845-1845, 1845-03-01

The farmers Mouo--A good diary
maid, or no butter made.
The Heigh Hos Thigh hosel ola young
Farmer-Alas la lass] for them!
Hasty Pudding only thing to
make a man "mealy -mouthed."
The lynx. (Panola, Mi. [i.e. Miss.]) 1845-1845, 1845-03-01

RABBIrs.-These are easily taken a
live, by soaking their favorite food, in
strong rum or brandy. A similar
method is employed in catching small
The lynx. (Panola, Mi. [i.e. Miss.]) 1845-1845, 1845-03-01
?OEpRYs
ZD1 GREEND az DANCING

,,...-. ,,.-,.,.,, %. ,,,,... ,o,,o-,.
Van ,,,a . .,' > ,,,,,,e .-ara,e5 .,e,.
s,.h scenes IN. heart can nr'c- forget
Ing moa.hs--it may be ysars--~ill rof;
I'may be (who can kno" the pain
q, .,,,b we ne.er shall NEE. again.
'l,'- lam LUIS '',',' ..'' ''''
,...,.m...-h,a-.. r;,a c,,sn.s5 rbr,,s.--
w-.,f,fo,1.,;, fl, ,bai, ,oI,rs.,,-
T,,.a-r flow aoiarring on,
Pesraljns Us with siren strain,
How hope exists till life be sone,
Ians We shall haply meet aga'h.
r,,,,,ll .,,.5 homes decisive move,
Arl ne'ar again that JOY we know,
while doom'd, apart, alone :" rove
I'D ~ '.', ''''''''" NOUS W "o'
,r.' ,.,.:.,.,.,,;-.., a,,. .b.;,
a7o.s my hear, still true to ,haa.
N..algh We n,'er salll meet again!
The lynx. (Panola, Mi. [i.e. Miss.]) 1845-1845, 1845-03-01

Total from N. York 10 Pacific 5000 {"
Thence tc Sand Islanos, 1000 {"
Sandwich Islands TO Annoy, 1000
From n. York 10 China, 5000 s.
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NO. 7.

munlcation between the Atlantic and
Pacific oceans. The distances are thus
given.
New York TO Lake Michigan, $40 miles
Lake Michigan to the Pacific 9,l6O
The lynx. (Panola, Mi. [i.e. Miss.]) 1845-1845, 1845-03-01

The Ne,c York Farmers Ciub.-At
the meetings the past month, various
fruits, Vegetables and seeds were ex-
hibited and their merits discussed. =
The establishment of an Agricultural
College in the cinity Of New York,
was the principal topic of discussion, 81
petition was got up and signed, TO be
presented TO the Legislature, asking
$500, 900 in aid thereof.
The lynx. (Panola, Mi. [i.e. Miss.]) 1845-1845, 1845-03-01

ll-iu the Ohio Legislature. Mr.. Combs
on cave, presented the following petit
ion Gaom sundry citzcns Ct Knox coua.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
FOREIGN NEWS.

The following item of news brought by the
Roscius recently arrived at New York, possesses
startling interest:
According to the correspondent of the London
Times, the British Government has demanded of
that of France, ga categorical answer to the ques-
ton, whether or not the French Government was
affecting at the same time to join in the endeavors
OF the British Government to maintain the status
quo In Texas, whilst it was in reality giving,
through the King, 10 the American Minister, an
assurance that in no event would any steps be
taken by his government in the slightest degree
hostile, or which would give the United States
just cause of complaint.
The iiibernia steamer, however. which has
since arrived at Boston, brings news some twen-
ty-three days later, in which not a word is said
on the subject of such demand.-The probabi-
lty is, therefore, that there is nothing of it.
The Hlbernia brought no news of importance.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
JUDGE Mclean.

The Washington correspondent of the u. S.
Gazette says that a circumstance worthy of note
occurred In the Senate, on Saturday last. MIR
McDuilie was speaking upon the postage bill, and
OF the immense patronage that already belonged
to the Post Office Department. when he took oc.
casion to pass very high eulosium upon Judge
McLean-whose ability as public officer, he
declared TO be unsurpassed-and whom he pro.
nounced one of the purest men that had ever
filled public station. Judge Mclean happened
then, by mere chance, to be sitting upon one oil
The sofas in the lobby, unseen by Mr.. McDuffie.
Hearing himself thus eulogized, his face Grim
soned, and he looked extremely embarrassed.
Thinking, however, probably, that this strain
would cease with few complimentary express
slons, he remained in his seat; but MIR. McDuflie
continuing it, even in warmer language, the
Judge was fairly pu, to Fight, and made a rapid
retreat GU; at private door, snder heavy fire OF
deserved praise.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
NAVAL RACE ACROSS THE ATLANTIC.

The United States ship Jamestown" Com
modore Skinner, for the coast of Africa, and the
United States ship "Portsmouth," Commander
Montgomery. bound to the Pacific Ocean, sailed
from Hampton Roads on the morning of the 25th
ult. The Jamestown was built at Norfolk by
Mr.. Rhoades, u. S. Naval Constructor; and the
Portsmouth at Portsmouth, New Hampshire, by
MIR. Barker. U. s. Naval Constructor; both ure
new ships, and each builder had s'carte blanche'
to build as he pleased. These ships will pro-
coed together as far as tho Cape de Verbs, touch
Ing at Madera-the result Of the trial of speed and
other qualities will decide which is the best mo-
del for frstclass soops of war-so far at least as
these two are concerned. Tho jamestown has
2 feet inch less beam than the Portsmouth, but
she has . feet more length, being long, straight
ship. They both carry the same crew and arma.
ment, viz. Is thirty-two Founders, and sixty
Fights for shot shell. Total of officers and
crew 2l3 each. The jamestown has light spar
deck over her gun-deck; the Portsmouth is with
out this upper deck. The jamestown has more
length of yards, but the Portsmouth has more
"drop" to her canvass; yet the Jamestown has
more square yards OF canvass than the other
ship. The jamestown has No. l canvass, the
Portsmouth No. 2-an advantage in favor of the
former. The Portsmouth is 1850 tons, the James
town is less measurement tonnage, but her pecu-
liar build enables her to stow one months more
provision and water than her competitor.
1t is conceded on all sides that the jamestown
is the most perfectly "iitted" ship of war tina,
ever sailed from the United Staies-every modern
Improvement has been introduced into her, which
gives her tout ensemble" altogether "unique."
The Commanders Of these fine ships will give
them fair trial, and no doubt some interesting
accounts of their performances will be given to
the world.
+. S.-By The Pilot from cG Cape Henry
The Portsmouth has passed and beaten the James.
town one mile in the distance from Old Poin,
Comfort 10 Cape Henry, wind on the quarter un-
des royas--fIesh breeze. Mr.. Rhoades on board
the Jamestown.-N Y. Mirror.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

,endent, and in This sentiment they presume tho
Legislature. at their last and at previous sessions
concorred. For, tho last and previous sessions.
the General Assembly have appropriated money,
not only to additions and repairs, ba, to the or.
namcn'al remodsi'ing of the buildings Of the Eas-
mending to the Legislature to make further APP
preparation for the Improvement and repairs ask
ed for by the Eastern Asylum in the aforesaid re-
port.-(See Journal Of 1881, Document No. 80.
The time allotted for this examination did not
permit the committee to examine into the 6nan-
cial department Of this Institution in de,ail-nor
did they deem il important to the public interest,
inasmuch as a detailed statement Of the Stewards
and lfeasurers accounts accompany each annual
report of the President and Directors of this In
stitution. The accounts, however, as far as they
were examined, appeared to be regularly and fair
ly kept, and supported by proper vouchers.
JOHN II. PEYTON, Chairman.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
RANDOLPH WILL CASE.

The long-contested will case of the eccentric
John Randolph is at length settled. We learn
from the Petersburg Intelligencer that compro-
mise has been effected between the itigant par
lies, which sets the slaves at liberty, gives them
thirty thousand dollars, and distributes the rest of
the property among the heirs at law.-The Will
had Just been established by the verdict of a
Jury; bnt it appearing that some of the Jurors
had acted under misapprehension, application was
made for new tral--pendng which the compro-
mise was effected.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
VIRGINIA LEGISLATURE.

The Legislature continued in session until
Saturday evening last. The following are a,
mong the acts which were passed during the
week, by the two houses;
An act investing part of the Literary fund in
buildings, &c. for the Medical College at Rich.
mond.
An act establishing separate election at the
town of Fairfield, in Rockbridge county.
An act authorizing the Staunton and James rive
er turnpike company to increase their capital
stock for the purpose Of Matchmaking or other.
wise improving their road.
An act to incorporate the Trustees of MARSHALL
College.
An act authorizing the Judge of one Circuit to
hold intermediate terms appointed by Judge of
an adjoining Circuit.
An act amending an act reducing into one the
several acts concerning slaves, free negroes and
mulattoes, passed March 9, 1919.
An act appropriating $4,000 for the complies
ton oil The Staunton and Parkersburg Road.
An act amending an act to reduce into ono all
acts and parts of acts relating to the appointments
and duties of Sherffs, posed January IL, 1919,
An act authorizing the county of PeDdleton to
increase the reward for killing wolves.
An act changing the time Of holding the quar-.
terly terms fthe County Court of Bath.
An act authorizing the payment of som Of mo-
ney to Henry Hilly Of Pendleton COUNTY.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

@c-we are authorized 10 announce NArnANrrL MAS
SIZE. Esq candidate to represent the County of Au
g"sta in the next House Of Delegates
Go- We are authorized to announce john B. BAupw1s,
ESQ candidate represent the County of August,
in the next House Of Delegates
Or We are authorized to announce ERASMUS SrnIp-
LING, Esq. as candidate to represent the County Of
Augusta in the next House of Delegates.
0U- We are authorized to announce CHApMAN JoHN.
SON, Jr Esq as candidate to represent the County OF
Augusta in the next House of Delegates.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
WESTERN ASYLUM

We have been favored by Mr.. FuLroN with a
printed copy of the seventeenth Annual Report OF
the President and Directors of the Western Asy.
lum, and the accompanying Report of the Super
intendent and Physcian.-Being pressed fol-
time, we avail ourselves Of the following notice
OF the Report Of the latter officer, which we find
in the Virginia Free Press:
"We learn from the Report of DR.. Slribling,
that by the completion of three new buildings, a.
partmens have been provided for the accommo-
dalton of eighty additional patients. The Asy-
lum Will now accommodate, without inconveni-
ence, two hundred and twenty paten,s-I2O
males, and 100 females.
The Superintendent, referring 10 The defects in
the original construction of the building saws
there are now ''but few institutions i'm our coun-
try, which are better adapted TO the purposes for
which they were designed. 1t is located about
the geographical centre Of the commonwealth,
and is almost equally accessible TO all who are
taxed for its supports in climate proverbial
for lis salubrity-surrounde by scenery variega-
gated, picturesque, and agreeabe--in country
where provisions are cheap and abundant--and
In the midst OF population, intelligent, moral
and benevolent
DR.. Stribling makes acknowledgements for
the kindness of various editors, in forwarding
their papers for the of the patients of the In
stltution, who seem 10 have great fondness for
reading.
There were admitted into the Institution, du.
ring the year 1914, &c pa,ients-40 males and II
females. Recovered, 81 males. femaes.--The
tables presented, slow that not only much lar
ger number of the insane have been admitted to
the benefits OF the Asylum during the presen,
year, man In any previous year, but that more
have been restored TO reason and usefulness
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

WESTWARD ho!" is no longer the cry of the
emigrant. That is now given up for "Ho! for
Oregon!' as is exhibited in numerous advertise.
ments in Western papers, from migratory indi-
vlduals, announcing that all persons whatsoever
must pay up, as they about starting for this
new land OF promise in the spring. The prospect
OF being obliged soon by public opinion to pay
State debts. the New York News thinks, has
given an impetus to this spirit of emigration
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

Governor Porter, of Pennsylvania, seems to
have been much appreciated by his colored fell
low-ciizens, the following toast, drunk at late
symposium, be a test:
''De late Go6ernor Oh dis &afe--De mos popu-
lar ob de politicians. He come in wild very lit
tie oppostion--he goes out wild none a, all -
Four cheers"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

Cheap Posfage.-The nett increase Of revenue
from the English Post Office, on The penny sys-
tenn. for the last year, has been S36S,OO0 over
that of the preceding. So that, the British mail,
disencumbered as it has been Of the system OF
ranking, has the past year cleared 10 the Gov
eminent, over all expenses, upwards of four mil
lions Of dollars, with the prospect Of further an
nua increase
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

New York State has, at length, resolved TO re-
celye the distribution money so long ago assign
ed to 1t by the General Government, and has
passed it to The credit of the School fund. So,
then, "the Democracy" after losing several years
interest on The large sum, condescends TO take
the principal.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
A PRETTY PASSAGE.

The following is from the pen of popular au-
thor:
"O what more precious offering can be laid
upon the altar of mans heart, than the first love
OF pure, earnest, and affectionate girl Let
him long pause, ere he reject it. Let him trem-
bic, as accused both OF God and man, if he have
sought TO turn her devotion into shame and
wretchedness"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

Tobert T. Woods, esq. (wbig) has been elect
ed to the Senate of Virginia, from the Bedford
district, in the place of Col. Campbell, decd
The vote in Franklin was~-Woods 399-'r. S.
Keene Qoco) $50. In Bedford, Mr.. Woods ma
jority was lIl-makiDg his majority in the Dig
trict 100.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
N A U 81 IN O Ns<
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 81, Is45.

u We are authorized to announce the Hon.
WILLIAM TAYLOR as a candidate to represent the
district composed of the counties OF Shenandoah,
Rockingham, Hardy. Pendleton, Rockbridge and
Augusta, in tho next Congress of the u. States.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

Eariy Marrying. After noticing the marriage
in New Orleans of a young man aged seventy
years, to lnademoiseIe aged only eighty-fo four
years, the Planters Gazette then remarks--"We
are not an advocate for early marriages, and feel
indignant at the parents Of these children for per-
hitting them to 90 on sou
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27
EASTERN ASYLUM.

we give place in this paper TO the Report of
the Committee of the Senate appointed to visit
the Eastern Asylum at Interchangeable Re-
port speaks very favorably Of the condition and
management Of the Institution.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

The Wings of the 10Th Congressional district
held Convention at Monroe Courthouse on the
l7tb, and formally determined not 10 propose
Wing candidate for Congress.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

John Minor Bolts has been nominated by d
Convention as the Wing candidate for Congress
in the Richmond district
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

1t is rumored that preparations ate in progress.
TO get up another presentment against Bishop On
derdonk, in New York. and to try him on num-
Der Of fresh charges. Inn.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

DR.. VIM. Fl. Syme and Col. Joel Mcpherson
are candidates to represent the county Of Green
brer in the next House of Delegates.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

The Baltimore Patriot mentions rumor which
was current in Washington, TO the effect that the
British Government had demanded an apology
from ours for the language used by Mr.. CALHOUN
in his despatch 20 Mr.. KING, our Minister 10
France-which despatch was made public by the
President. in communicating tito Congress with
other official documents accompanying his annu-
al message. The Patriot remarks-"We have
no idea that such demand has been made, and
we hope never will be made-though some Of the
New York papers think it will. The Courier
and Enquirer says the demand is expected by the
next steamer; and that it has reason to knop it
has not yet been made"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-02-27

"Lo0es Winged Darts. --"Speeding lie MALES {!
We see it stated that the Postmaster Of New
York employed an additional force Of two hun
dred men, in order TO ensure the speedy delivery
OF VALENTINES" in that city, on the 14tlr.-
Happy man 10 be the instrument Of so much
Joy and felicity. No doubt he has earned for
himself the grateful thanks Of call true lovers"
Tor this eonsderate attention TO their interests
The number of "valentines" distributed through
his Office was from twenty 10 twenty-five thou
sand.