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The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1845-09-12

ARRIVALS FROM THE OREGON The shr
Inez from the Sandwich Islands, arrived
at New Bedford on Sunday. Among the
passengers in this ship were Dr.. J. d. Bab-
cock, lady and two children, and the Rev.
II. w Perkins, lady and four children, ,re-
Gently members of the Methodist Episco-
pal mission at Oregon. We mentioned in
paragraph published lately, that city
government had been organized in VII
liamette Valley, Oregon. The first May :
or chosen is Mr.. George Abernethy, from
this city, who went out 10 the capacity OF
mission steward to the Methodist mission
10 that country. Mr. A. is very favorably
spoken Of by Capt. Wilkes 10 his narra-
tive of the exploring expedition, recently
published.
We perceive by our late advices from
the Sandwich sla ads, that the citizens of
Oregon are anxiously waiting for the
printing establishment that was sent out
TO them in the barque 7oulon This yes
sci arrived at Callro on the 18th of June
and was TO depart in few days for the
Sandwich Islands and Columbia River
Mr.. Aberne thy, is probably acting in the
double capacity of Mayor of Oregon and
editor ofthe Star eftse West.-JM. Y. Com.
.4dv.
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1845-09-12
LATER FROM MEXICO.

Previous and up to the departure of the
prague Ann Louisa from Vera Cruz, the Mex
lean Government were making great prepara-
ations for war. They had taken all the guns
and munitions of war out of the Castle of st,
Juan de Ulloa, fearing, in the event of an at
tack, they would fall into the hands of the
Americans.
A large number of troops had marched for
the frontier of Texas. The whole force,
when assembled, were to be under the com.
mand of Gen Bustamente. The Mexicans,
Capt. M. states, say the United States are
sending troops into Texas, and they, the Mex
leans, will march through Texas on the road
to the Capitol at Washington, without de-
claring var!!
Congress has passed the bill permitting the
Government to borrow $4,000 600 to carry
on war. This amount they confidently cx-
pect to raise in England.
The American Squadron had not arrived
at Vera Cruz, but were hourly expected.
1t is the opinionion of prominent men at
Vera Cruz, that Almonte would be- elected
President, In the event of which they say war
will be inevitable.
The Ann Louisa brings only $!o,798 in
specie.
Although the dates arc not later, there is
some interest in the extracts below. The
three first are from a large English House,
and the other from most respectable sources
Taken together, these extracts show that we
must after all guess for ourselves.
Tera Cruz, July 22.-War between this
country and the United States is now inevlta-
BILE.
Jaly 30.-It is generally thought that this
country will yet have to declare war against
the United States.
Aug. 2.-Our latest dates from Mexico are
to the 30th ult. The Mexican troops are or
dered to proceed for the North, and to take
up position ten leagues in front of Rio Bra
vo. So we might shortly expect to hear of
hos:ilities having commenced in that part
.Mexico, July, 26--Our political relations
with your country, regret to say, are assu-
ming an unpleasant aspect, and the cry for
war is universal. 1t has not been formally de-
clared, owing believe, to the solicitations of
the French and English ministers, who are
desirous of averting so dire calamity.
The Democratic pioneer. [volume] (Upper Sandusky, Ohio) 1845-1853, 1845-09-12

0r The Democratic Pioneer is the
title of new paper, the publication Of
which has just been commenced in Up
per Sandnsky. tits conducted with tai.
ent, and we hope will meet with success.
Statesman.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10
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THURSDAY, JULY 10, lsa5.
TEXAS ANNEXED

Official intelligence has been received from
Texas that the Treaty offered by Mexico was
unanimously rejected by the Senate, aud that
the two Houses of Congress have unanimous
ly accepted the terms of union with the Unit
ed States proposed in the Joint Resolutions.
Now that the act may be said to be consum-
mated, we can only express the hope that all
the good which has been anticipated from i,
to our country may be fully realized, and all
the evil which has been feared, averted.
The news from Mexico is, that weak and
unequal to the contest as the Government feels
itself to be, it will be compelled by the pop.
ular feeling to declare war against us, in or
der 10 preserve its own existence. :.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10
STAUNToN ACADEMY,

The session in this institution was closed on
pills, under rather disadvantageous circumstances,
but which nevertheless was quite creditable to
them and their instructors. The extension of
the session to the middle of July, in order to a.
void so long vacation, is found not to work
well, and will have to be abandoned. About
half the Pupils were absent-sone having left to
enter the Military Institute or to make arrange
ments for entering Colleges-and others having
been called home to assist in the labors of the
harvest. The next session will commence on
the LIST of September.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10
RICHMOND WIiIG;

A MosELY, esq. has disposed of his interest
in the Richmond Wing to Mr.. ROBERT III. Gall
LAHER, late of the Winchester Republican. Mr..
e., in taking charge of the paper, announces that
it will continue under the editorial Control OF its
old helmsnan, Mr.. PLEAsANTs, assisted by ]. S.
GALLAuER, esd (avorably known from his long
connexion with the public press in Virginia, and
his career in the Legsla,ure,) and his own active
cooperation. MIR. MosrLy quits the stormy sea
of politics, on which he has borne himself with
so much galantry, to indulge his better taste for
rural pursuits and pleasures, in his native county,
Buckingham.-W are truly glad TO hear that our
friend is able TO make so blissful haven.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10
ORDER AND CELEBRATION OF THE sPJC MIC (,
AT GREENvILLE, AUGUSTA COUNTY,
On The An .JttIu. IS15


lst. Tho procession was formed in front of b. F. Ora
hams Hotel, under the command of Col. William Will
son and Col. William p. Tate, MarShas. March,
Tune-Hal Columbia.
End The procession then repaired to the Grove near
the Academy, under martial music frontthcn in or
der the Clergy and Orators of the day-thcn the SOL
dicrs under and then in close order the spectators
made more graceful with the smiles of the arcs Of the
fair.
3rd. After the procession seated in their proper
order, the company saucd by the firing Of small
arms, Gained by the sweet music Of the Band. Tune
The Star Spanged Banner.
9TH. Samuel Finley elected as President and ia.
cob Bumgardner and Thomas McCorkc as Vice Presi.
dents, by unanimous voice.
9TH The President then called the audience 10 order
9th. Prayer and suppcation was offered TO Almighty
God for the protection OF rights our civil liberties
that all nations may comc-bc protected-bc covered
under our wings, where they might worship God in
peacc-to land flowing with honey milk and wine
that Chief might be guided by wisdom from on high
to lead TO prosperity TO peace to union and bappi-
and for the preservation of the Constitution of the
United States, by the Rev j. &. Henscl.
18th. An Introductory speech made by Mr. James
Paten, and the Declaration of Independence was read
by the
sth An appropriate address was delivered in spirit
cd manner by the Rev. James Paine. Loud cheers BY
the company, and salutcd with music and the firing of
arms at the close.
9th At two o'clock the procession was again formed
consisting Of ladies and gcnteman-thc ladies in front
and marched 10 Of the most beautiful tables ever
spread before audience so large. Here husband and
wife, father and mother, brothers and sisters friends
and foes, acquantanccs and strangers met as band of
brothers at this repasthe table OF iibery-thcy drank
bn they drank OF the pure lirnpd stream and lemonade
nothing else.
10th All having been served we'll served too the pro-
ccsson again formed and retired their seats and there
awaited the order Of the President
Ilth. Order called by the President who pro-
posed TO the audience that toasts were TO be given by
persons of both sexes in writing.
18th. Mr.. McCorklc was appointed reader Of the
toasts ss they were handed to him. and they will be OBJ
served in their proper order below.
TOASTS.
BY 4. II. Hotchcsou The memory Of Washington
In reviewing with the cool and impartial eye Of cr1.i
cism the whole range OF history, ancient and modern
we meet with character that aspire TO equal in
all the points o. true greatness that Of George Wash
jngtoD
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

Among the new works recently announced, we
notice one from the pen of the venerable DR..
ALEXANDER of Observation-Disclosures of the Ten
nents, and other worthless of the last century,
1t is said to be a pleasant and instructive book.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

VIM. G .Brownlow, editor of the Jonesborough
Wing, has been nominated as the Wing cand-
date for Congress, in the first District of Tennes-
see. His letter accepting the nomination is
rare production. He says he has thought, for
years, that public opinion would have to fix upon
him as the only man to revoutionize the District;
and although he has never complained. he does
not disguise the fact that he has considered il a
little slo,U in its movements towards him. He
speaks very confidently of his success.-The
District, we believe, is hopelessly loco.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10
PRESIDENTIAL TROUBLES.

The reader will find scorching letter from
Gen. Van Ness to the President, on the subject
of the removal of his brother from the Collector
ship of New York, in another part of this paper /;
and also publication made by the Nashville
Wing, with the sanction Of Maj. Lewis, in re-
gard TO the circumstances of his removal from
office. Troubles of this nature appear to be
thickening on the Administration and their de-
tails, as they come to light, may serve to amuse
us, if they do not result in practical good.
AS regards Mr.. Van Ness's case, we must say
that, Objectionable or unbecoming as the conduct
of the President may have been in the premises,
we can feel no sympathy for bm.-His appoint
ment of the President of the Infamous "Empire
Club" Capt. Rynders, to an important post un-
der him, shows such depravity of taste or ready
willingness to prostitute himself TO the Unwot-
thy purposes Of others, as to make his own re-
moval Of no public consequence.
The case of Maj. Lewis, however, is some
what different. He was, we believe, good Off
Ger, and had done nothing to forfeit the favorable
opinion of his counuymen. We may sympa-
thise with him, therefore, while we wonder al
the audacity and influence Of the "power behind
the throne'' which could dictate and require
of the President the sacrifice of bosom friend
of Gen. jackson! The reasons, moreover, fol-
the act so far as we have the means of judging
of them, are not merely nimsy, but contemplate
We shall no doubt hear more of this affair.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

John A. North, esq, has been re.appointed
Clerk of the Superior Court of Greenbrier, and
John Mathews. esq, has been reelected Clerk
of the County Court.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

The Washington Union states that many coun-
try postmasters are resighng their Offices in con-
sequence of the reduction of hostages. Nearly
one hundred designations were received at the
Department ia one day.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

The completion Of the Miami Canal was cele-
brated at Cincinnati on the 4th of July. Ohio
has now two Canals running from Lake to River.
The one just completed has been extended oy de-
grees from time to time, until it was at length
brought into connexion with the Wabash and
Erie Canal, which made the chain perfect.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10
EXECUTIVE TYRANNY.

The Petersburg Intelligencer. speaking of the
removal of the Postmaster at that place, says:
1--WE have never seen more general feeling
of regret aid dissatisfaction manifested than that
which Dr. Minge's election has elected. De-
mocra,s, not less than Wings, ate warm in their
denuncatons Of the act, and well they may be.
for the testimony and wishes Of very large
number of their party were most cavalieriy treat
cd by Col. Polk"
Here is "Democracy" for you, with a ven.
geance! The People particularly interested ask
the continuance of public officer who does his
duties well. and in whom they have full conf
dence; but the President sage No-not your
wishes or interests, but my ,oiN shall prevail!
Now we ask sober-minded people, be their
party attachments what they may. dispassionate.
ly to look at this thing, and say whether indeed
they can, with any show Of Republcanism, sus-
tain such conduct. The veriest despot on the
face of the earth might with equal proprety
claim the name of 'Democrat" as JAMES X.
Polk, while acting upon such principles.-They
are utterly at war with the whole spiri, of our in
situations; yet they are those, it would seem,
upon which he is now habitually making his re-
movals and appointments.
Is it not time that this official tyranny should
be rebuked
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

The Richmond Wing mentions that dollar
bushel was given in that city for a crop Of Wheat
of 10000, bushels on Wednesday. is a
good start. The regular quotation we see is 95
cents for new Wheat arriving.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10
ANNIVERSARY OF INDEpENpENcE.

The anniversary Of our National Independence
was celebrated in Stanton with more than usual
spirit, and in highly rational and appropriate
manner. The Cadets Of the Academy and Light
Infantry turned out at an early hour, and after
marching through some of the principal streets,
to the excellent music of the Stanton Band, re-
paired to the Presbyterian Church, where the fol.
lowing exercises took place
1. Prayer, by the Rev. Mr.. CAsrLEMAN.
3. National Hymn, by the Choir.
3. Declaration of Independence, read by Mr..
PRESTON Il. LINK, one of the Cadets.
a. National Hymn, by the Choir.
S. Grafton by Professor JOHN L. CAMPBELL.
6. National Hymn, by the Choir.
7. Benediction by the Rev. X. w. BAILEY.
Mr.. LINK prefaced the reading OF the Declare
ton of Independence with some appropriate re-
marks, and acquitted himself in very handsome
manner. MIR. CAMPBELL's Grafton, which was
somewhat out of the usual track, was a most
eloquent effort, and was listened 10 with evident
delight by his numerous and intelligent auditory.
After the exercises in the Church were con-
cluded, the Military were dismissed until two o.
clock.
The Sons of Temperance, (who were also ia
vored with the services of the Staunion Band, y
then turned out, and marched in procession to the
Nj. E. Church. They were fine looking body
oil men, numbering about sixty. This was their
first public display in Staunton, and their APP
pearance excited good deal of interest-Their
badges, insignia. &c. are somewhat like those of
the Masonic fraternity. We were not present at
the exercises in the Church, having been, like
many others, excluded by the crowd which
pressed to witness them. This we regret-as
we understand the address of our townsman,
PIKE Powers, esq. who is jealous and efficient
member of the society, was really treat of We
ry high order.
After the Sons of Temperance retained to their
hall. the Military again assembled, and marched
TO neghborng grove, where picnic had been
provided for them
On returning to town, number of salutes were
fired at the principal squares, after which the
companies were dismissed-no doubt highly ora.
tilted with the manner Of their celebration, SO Gre
dilable to all concerned.
But we are not yet done with the interesting
incidents of the day. The LADIES' SUPPER re-
mains still to be mentioned. 1t was traly an e.
legant affair, and reflected great credit upon the
Ladies OF The M. E. Church, under whose auspi-
ces 1t was gotten up. The Market-house was
handsomely decorated for the occasion, and the
Tables were set off in the most tasteful and ele-
CANT as wei! as bountful manner. 1t seemed a
pI'y' indeed, TO spoil such fairy work. Never
theess it was done-and as the Ladies them
selves, 1--WE are glad 10 hear, think, quite clever
ly, from the many dollars which it brought in aid
of their laudable object.
Thus passed the Fourth in Staunton-and we
must say that we have rarely seen the day more
splritedy or appropriately observed amongst US.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10
WASHINGTON COLLEGE.

The examinations at Washington College,
(Lexington) commenced Friday the 20th.-
The Salutatory Grafton was pronounced by Jona-
than Koiner of Augusta-"Spirit of Liberty by
Jos. w. Walkup of Observation-Disclosures ora
ton, by Robert F. Dennis. of Charlotte-Mas-
ter's Grafton, by w. II. Ruffner, of Lexington
Valedictory Grafton, by Joseph Marien, of Hen
ry. The Gazette says the result of the exami-
nations "refected high credit on the industry and
capacity of the students, and on the qualifications
for their arduous task of the various members of
the Faculty. 1.-The various addresses Git also
rema:ks) ''refected credit on their authors"
The degree Of A. B. was conferred upon the
following gentlemen r.. F. Dennis, Joseph
Marten, f. F. Paxton, Jonathan Koiner, Joseph
w. Walkup.
The degree of A. M. was conferred on Ed
ward G. Burks, VIM. C.. Hagan, Samuel A.
Walkup, James l.. Kemper, VIM. l.. Hogshead,
John M. kirkpatrick, John Dabney, Thomas
Patton, James G. Paxton, John Echols, VIM. H.
Ruffner, and A. Boliver Christian.
our townsman, Mr.. Frazier, before the Literary
Societies of Washington College:
civilian Frazier, Esq, of the County of Au-
gusta, delivered the annual Address before the
Literary Societies on Wednesday evening, in the
presence of large audience in the Presbyterian
Church. The Address was marked by much and
varied learning--was well delivered-and was
listened to with great attention. This Address
fully sustained Mr.. Frazier's reputation, as a
gentleman of talents, and extensive and varied
| literary attainments."
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

great convention of the Western States was
to assemble at Memphis, Tennessee, ON the 18th
of July, to take into consideration various mat
ters deemed important TO the West, among them
is project for connecting the Mississippi with
Lake Michigan. The Oregon question it seems
is also TO be acted upon. AS that is National
affair, we should prefer to see it disposed Of
by the National government, which is still in
some sort responsible to the people, rather than
by an irresponsible sectional convention. We
can very we'll see how the people of the West
may manage to get us into on the subject,
but we do not so clearly perceive what means
they have of bringing the controversy to peace
able adjustment
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

Thomas w. Dorr has been released from tho
Penitentiary Of Rhode Island but is not to be
admitted to the rights Of citizenship until he
takes the oath of allegiance to the State.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

Henry Daniel who shot his brother-in-law,
Clifton r. Thompson, esq, in the Courthouse OF
Montgomery, (Kentucky,) while the Court was
in session, has been acquitted.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

The New York correspondent of the Rich
mond Wing says
For several days it has been reported about
That captain Rynders, the President of the EN-
pre- Club, had been appointed to an office in the
Custom House: it is now this morning settled
that he has received the office of Measurer-
What an Infamous outrage this is? Will Mr..
Polk remove him! Dare he do 500 Is he not
and the whole party afraid of that terrible nest
oil criminals and villains! This day their pow.
er over the party is omni potent, and their Inter
ests must be consulted. Now, l ask, if this is
not recognizing nfamy and crime, and repudiat.
ing virtue! 10 my knowledge, young men of
good character and acknowledged Democrats
have been refused places which convcts now
hold. Gov. Seward refused to pardon Ra,hbun
and restore him to all the privileges of freeman
but Bouck pardoned regiments of convicts in
time to form this Empire Club to operate in the
presidential election, and the party have now
opened the Treasury to feed their hungry sto-
machs and clothe their rotten carcasses.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

~ DR.. Dufbin has resigned the Presidency Of
Dickinson College, 10 take charge Of the Union
Church in Philadelphia,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

The Washington Union announces the ARRIVAL
Of Gov. Shannon, in that city, and says that he
intends making report 10 the Government I'M
medjately, on the Mexican instruments
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

Funeral bonors were paid to the memory Of
Gen. Jackson in Baltimore on Tuesday the Is,
instant The orator on the occasion was the
Hon. Benz. Chew Howard.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1845-07-10

GEN. JACKSON, MAJ. LEWIS AND COL. POLK.
Whilst the administration and its friends are
making such doielul lamentations over the death
OF Gen. Jackson, the publication Of Major W. b.
Lewis, which we give to-day, serves TO place
tlielr much Wanted reverence Tor the memory of
the stern old man in ludicrous if not a CONTEMPT
ible light. 1t is here revealed that Mr. Polk en-
deavored to deceive Gen. Jackson bv the show
OF consulting him, in requesting that a private
letter OF abusive charges should be submitted to
him, when the President intended to, and did
remove Major Lewis before the letter could reach
It's destination that he not only was wanting in
The "mdgnanimity" which General Jackson sup
posed him to possess, of giving aIajor Lewis no
lice OF the removal, but actually resorted to dis
reputable means of indirectly poisoning General
Jacksons mind towards Major Lewis, by direct
Ing private letter, containing serious imputa-
tons, to be shown him, which Major Lewis, of
course, could not meet: and finally, that he at
tempted TO deceive the public, by intimatino that
General Jackson had been consulted about the
matter.
We can well imagine that the corpse of the
downright old man turns in his grave, a, this
shutting conduct Of the man who has been elect
ed President by assuming his own popular cog
nomen.-These are, indeed, exquisite revelations
OF our Presidents uprghlness, his magnanimily,
his real devotion to The man, for whom his organ
is for six days clothed in black, and TO bemoan
whose departure he directs the nation 10 ENGAGE
in solemn obsequies.
Ever since Mr.. Folks letter to Kane, we have
regarded him as man without political irmness,
and we consider the revelations of Major Lewis
as most seriously impugning his honesty. We
ask our good friends who revere the name of
TO read this letter to his old friend and
say what they think of "Young Hickory !"-Com