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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
JAMES RIVER AND KANAWHA COM
PANY
RESIGNATION OF TIE PRESIDENT.

RESIGNATION OF TIE PRESIDENT
Al meeting OF the President and Directors #
the James River & Kanawha Company, at Rich
mond, on Tuesday, the 10Th OF February, 1916:
Present-Joseph C. Cabel, President; Thomas
Nj. Bonduranl, Corbin Warwick and BERNARD
Peyton, Directors.
The President rendered The following comnr.
nicalion from himself, briefly explaining his rea-
sons for the same, and retired from the Board
ITO THE DlhEcroRs or THE
JAMES RIVER AND kANAwHA CoMpASY
"RichmOad, February 10, loi6.
"Geutlemen do hereby resign The Office Of
President OF The James River and karawha
Company. OF my reasons for taking this sep
under existing circumstances, you are a!r,aCy
fully apprised. In severing The official conncc-
lion which has heretofore united US, beg lea'e
TO express my undated anxiety for The prosrc-
rity of the Company and 10 tender 10 each ard
The success OF your official labors as well as 4
my high personal resrect and esteem.
"JOSEPH G. CABELL,'
Mr.. BoNDrRANr having been called to The
Chair, il was, on his motion,
Residual, That The Directors receive the rcsig-
nation Of the President with feelings OF The live
lest regret. They are sensible that his entire de-
yotion 10 the best interests OF the Company, asa
the faithful and untiriDg discharge OF his Official
duties have, in innumerable instances, dnrrs
The last ten years, placed him in positions adverse
10 sectional and personal Interests and thus given
rise TO prejudices against him, which are alleged
10 have the effect OF preventing the legislation re-
qusite to enable the Company 10 p.oceed win
its improvement In his resignation, tcnder't.
as they are satisfied, solely with view TO remove
this obstacle to the Company's success, and from
no abatement OF zeal in the canse OF internal
improvements in the State, the Directors lecoc.
nize an act of disnerested and patriotic devotion
10 the prosperity of the Commonwealth, cha;ac-
teristic of the whole tenor Of his public ne
Were the Directors at liberty 10 yield 10 'hef
feelings Of personal friendship towards The re,
sidenl, strengthened BY long period Of cii.ca.
intercourse they would srenuous!y oppose -
resignation; but they are compelled 10 ackno"-
ledge that, under The circumstances, his reu'e'
ment is justiiiable, and his resignation is acco!t-
ingly accepted.
Extract from the records.
w. 3. CHITTENDEN, Secretary.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13

In ACCOMPLISHMENTS AT Rules held in the
Clerks Office Of the Circuit Superior Court Of Law
and Chancery for Louisa county, the 5h day Of ia
nuary. 1876:
P. IL. Jones and w. NJ. Amber, Plaintiffs:
against
The children Of Sally I. Anderson, the children Of
Nancy Barrel. Nathaniel Burrnss, William D. Sims,
and Edmund Bullock and other Defendants:
The defendants above named not having entered
their appearance and given security according law
and tho rules of this Court; and II appearing by salts
factory evidence that they not inhabtsn, OF this
State. motion of the plaintiffs by their Attorney, it
is Ordered, that the said defendants The children Of
Sally T. Anderson the children Of Nancy Barrett, Ma
thaniel Bnruss, William B. Sims and Edmund Bullock,
do appear before the Judge OF the said Court, at the
Courthouse the first day OF the next term Of the
said Court, and answer the plaintiffs bill; and that
copy Of this order be forthwith inserted in news
paper published in the city Of Richmond for Two months
SUCCESSFULLY and posted at the front door Of the Court
house of this county some Court day.
Copy-Tess,
Jsa. ls-swsn JOHN HUNTER, o. Q.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
IMPORTANT DECISION.

The House OF Delegates was engaged all u
Yesterday in The discussion of the Convention
bill. Mr.. Scott Of Fauquier made very strong
and extended speech in favor of The mixed BASIS
and Mr. Lee Of Hardy followed in some very IN
terestipg remarks in behalf of the white OASIS
organization. At late hour the vote was taKen'
and Mr.. Lefwilch's amendment, providing for
the organization of the Convention on the whie
basis was lost 54 to II.
Mr.. Flowers Of Harrison, then moved the IN
definite postponemcnt of the bill, which proViaeo
for the organization OF The Convention IN the same
pfoportion as the House OF Delegates at present
MIR. F. and other gentlemen from the West ar
sued, that the West would rather see nolhins
done. than have a bill of this character forced
upon them. They, therefore, urged The members
from The East 10 vote down the present bill. Mr.
Mcpherson Of Page and other gentlemen oil the
Yves, advocated the passage Of the present bill
which. though il did not give them all they ask
ed We, was calculated TO produce some reforms
innor,ant 10 the West The bill was then indie.
6nitely postponed by the decisive vote OF So te
46 Many Western members voted in The mega
tive.
The vote yesterday demonstrates that Eastern
Virginia will never consent TO surrender the vita
principle OF population and taxation combined
During the last summer we advocated Conven
ton for the purpose of reforming many OF The
gross defects OF The present Constitution, which
are the fruitful sources Of evil and complaint in
every part OF the State. We, moreover, thought
that The present was the suspicious moment for a
Convention, as reforms might be agreed TO which
would be beneficial 10 thewhole Slalc-and would
remove much Of the discomfort which pcrvades
the Commonwealth. Such bill was before the
House OF Delegates, rendered BY the East 10 the
West. But the whole matter has now been
wrecked upon the question OF representation, and
ii is evident that as long as the West hold out for
their exclusive demands, the Eas! firmly main
tanning principle OF such vital consequence 10
itself, no Convention can be called 10 remedy the
numerous defects Of the Constitution.
Under these circumstances, We sincerely hope
that the West will not be excited by The proceed
ings Of yesterday. We were glad TO hear some
Of the slaunchest members from the West de-
clare, on the floor OF the House, that the refu.
sal TO force upon them the Committees bill
would tend 10 allay the excitement. Let US re-
member, that we are all Virginans, and lei no
attempt be made 10 excite i'll feeling between diff.
ferent sections Of the good old Commonwealth
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
Right Hon. RICHARD PAKEsHAM, &C., &c.

We have no desire TO enter into controversy
with "Southerner," or his manufacturing endor-
sers. He himselfseems 10 have been thrown in
TO dilemma as to the two Parkers, "John and
Charles" We shall leave il 10 them TO extricaie
him.
We have high regard for The industry and
energy Of the people Of New England. But he
must be blind indeed, that can see no evils in the
manufacturing system, forced as il is BY The hot
bed Of legislative favorilsm. While Congress
keeps its hands of, and does not interfere with the
industry Of The COMMUNICATING its development
10 The laws OF trade and TO individual energy and
judgment-we have nothing to say. But when il
continues to favor one class 10 The injury of all
the rest we shall exercise The right, as it is our
duty, 10 expose the evils Of the system, not only
upon the agricultural sections Of the country, but
upon the operatives themselves, who, the Tariff.
lies boast, are eminenlly benefited by high
Tariff.
To this end, we extract from the Salem Mass
Advertiser bit Conformation, which shows, tina
the manufacturers, with all their protection from
Government, do not always think of the interests
Of their operatives This evidence, also, comes
from The manufacturing region, and is entitled TO
as much credit as the bulletins from the factories,
which cry up The blessings OF The manufacturing
Utopia:
"The Newburyport Advertiser says that the
weavers in one of the factories in that town have
recently had their wages cut down Ten per cent, or
five cents on each cut Of cloth, for which they had
formerly received fifty cents No. only lhis-il
is said that the overseers went into the mill on the
Sabbath and arranged The looms so as 10 lessen
their speed and a, The same time produce better
qualify OF cloth in every respect, making differ
ence of more than fifteen per cent. in the wages
ofihe weavers, which looks rasty generous at this
time considering the factory dividends have of
late Averaged only t,renfy per cent This is fair
illustration of Webster's doclrine-"iake care Of
the rich and the rich will take care OF the poor"
The less of such care the better"
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
Anotser Revolution (Reported) in MEXICO

Our restless neighbors in Mexico, we hope,
will finally be pleased with their rulers. They
seem resolved to run through the list ofther great
men. A few days since We were startled at The
prompt movements Of Paroles and his sweeping
march into power. The intelligence, now, is that
he is about to BE- pu! down by another military
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
Right Hon. RICHARD PAkENHAM. &C., &C.,
lnr. Pakcnaam to Mr.. buchanan.
WASHINGTON, January 6, -

WASHINGTON, January6 6, 1916.
The undersigned, her Britannia Majesty's En-
voy extraordinary and Mini Ter plcnpoienliary,
has had The honor 10 receive the note Of The Sec
retary OF State Of the United States, dated The Sd
inst, in answer 10 that Of The undersigned, dated
9Th ut, containing proposal for referring the
question OF an equitable partition of The Oregon
territory 10 the arbitration OF some friendly sover-
eign or State.
The undersigned viii take an carly opportunity
10 transmit this communication 10 her Majesty's
Government.
The undersigned has the honor 10 renew 10
Mr. Buchanan The assurance OF his distinguished
consideration. X PAkENf1AM.
To Hon. JAMES BUCHANAN, &C., &c.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13

NOTICE.
I HAVE nurchased nf my father, VIII

I HAVE purchased OF my father, William W. br@.
dies, If Louisa county, his stock OF Hides, IN VIC
process Of being tanned At the time OF said prehhsr
and have made arrangements with Dir. Fenda Chft-,
the owner Of the land which The Tan Yard formerly
owned by my father Is situated 10 carry on the TanLps
Business at the said Tan Yard. hereby notify all per
sons, that have constituted my father my agent
carry on for me the said misunderstanding the Shoe max
ing business-a the same place. and will b. THANK
full 10 the old customers Of my father To continue :r
custom To me. hObEhI BEhDLL@'
Ion I'D
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
WANTING

DUFUs B. MrNCUs, son of Francis and N"l
II Muncus, OF the county Of Hanover, and state :.
Virginia, went to Texas In the year l54i, nr mo''
10 New Orleans In the Winter Of le43, and has nts h,
heard Of since. Any information that can be gwen =
him would be thankfully received By his mother az,
sisters Ii he should be living, and this shcnd ~,
his eys he would do well to return to his native
Dcr The New Orleans and Texas papers will roH''
favor on widowed mother by copying the ABOVE
Jan, l6-tw4w
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13

gr We are authorised TO state tina, Thomas
Robinson, Esq, will be candidate for re-elec-
ton 10 the House OF Delegates from the county of
King William.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
TWENTY-NINTH CONGRESS.
IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS
RELATIVE TO
TILE nnEEnN QUESTION

The following message of the President was
transmitted 10 the House Of Representatives on
Saturday The documents accompanying ii will
be eagerly perused by ourreaders We copy from
The Washington Union:
To the House Of Representatives.
of the Enited States:
In compliance with the request OF The Honss
of Representatives in their resolution Of The 81
inst, herewith communicate report from the
Secretary of Stale with the accompanying cor
respondence which has taken place "between The
Secretary Of State and the minister OF the United
States at London" and "between the Government
of Great Britain and this Government. in re-
la;ion to the country West OF The Rocky noun
,ains, since the last annual message OF the presi-
dent" to Congress. JAMES 4. PoLh'
Washington, Feb. Z, 1876.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13

We are requested TO STATE, that The receipts at
The Fair, held last week, for the Orphan Asylum,
under the management OF the Female Humane
Association amounted to Ss22.90.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
To tie President of the United States.
DEPARTMENT OF STATE,

DEPAHTMbNI Vt
Washington, Feb. 5, 1916. !
The Secretary of State, to whom has been re-
terrcd resolution of the House OF Representa-
tiyes of the Sd instant, requesting the Presden, to
communicate 10 that House, $50 far as, in his
opinion, is not incompatible with the public inte-
rest, all correspondence whichhas passed between
the Government of Great Britain and this Gov
eminent, or by or between any OF the officers OF
said Government, in relation 10 the country west
Of the Rocky mountains, since the last annual
message of the President 10 this House." has the
honor 10 lay before the President the accompany
ing papers.
All Of which is respectfully submitted.
JAMES BUCHANAN.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13

Mr.. Chisman of Elizabeth City and Warwick,
was detained BY indisposilion, for several days,
from his seat in The House of Delegates.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13

Mr.. King OF Georgia, in The House OF Repre-
sen'atives, on Monday, was SO far carried away
by his party feelings and by his affection for his
own (or rather Col J. w. Webb's) banlling OF
Arbitration, that he not only expressed his full
appreciation OF Mr.. Pakenham's late offer, but
denounced Mr. Buchanan's reply as "par,aking
OF The spirit both OF the peifogger and The bully"
The Secretary of State will not feel mortified at
such courteous epithets, when he reflects that the
whole country is with him On this question OF ar
duration.
We have been surprised at the apprehension
expressed by some, that the late correspondence
brealhed OF war. The Baltimore Patriot does not
unite with its Wing compeers as 10 The warlike
tendency OF the late negotiation. It says:
"There is, then nothing in the refusal Of The
United States to refer tine question TO arbitration,
which authorizes fear that war is 10 ensue from
it. On the contrary, it seems to US perfectly
clear, that The only inference 10 be drawn from
the letter Of Mr.. Buchanan Of The 4th of Februa-
~, in which he gives, as reason Tor declining
arbitration, that the close relations OF the two
Governments ought and, he believes, will make
them willing as they are able ITO do each other
Justice without the Intervention of any arbitra-
tort seems perfectly clear 10 u.s. from this let
Ter, that Mr.. Buchanan looks for an amicable
settlement OF this question by compromise.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
Mr.. Buchanan to Mf. lHcLane.
DEPARTMENT OF STATE,
Washington, December l3, 1915.

The President has received information, from
a variety OF sources, which he cannot disregard,
that Great Britain is DOW making extensive war
like preparations. As her relations with all The
powers Of Europe seem al present 10 be OF a
peaceful character, The prevailing and natural in
ference here is, that these preparations look 10
rupture with the United States on the Oregon
question. 1t is OF vast importance lha, this Co.
vernment should, as early as possible, ascertain
their true character. You are therefore instruct
ed 10 embrace the first opportunity OF bringing
This subject 10 The notice OF the Earl Of Aberdeen,
in such manner as you may deem most exPe-
dent.
The President is also anxious 10 learn your own
opinion upon this subject, with The least practi-
cable delay.
LOUIS McLANE, ESQ, &c, &c, &c.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13

The parishes TO hear from usually give Demo-
cratic majorities There are several contested
seats.
The election Of u. S. Senator TO succeed Mr..
Barrow, afer the 4!h March, ls47, was TO lake
place last Monday, Feb. 9th.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13
M,. Pokenaan, 70 Mr.. Buchanan.

mfr. Pokenhanr to mfr. Buchanan.
WAsuINGroS, Dec. 81, l845.
An attentive consideration OF the present state
of affairs, with reference to the Oregon question,
has determined the British Government TO in
struct the undersigned, her Britannia Majesty 3
Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipoten-
tiary, again to represent in pressing terms 10 the
Government of the United States the expediencv
OF referring the whole question Of an equitable
division Of that territory 10 the arbitration OF
some friendly sovereign or State.
Her Maies,y's Government deeply regret the
failure OF ali their efforts TO effect friendly SET
element of the conflicting claims by direct nego-
tiation between the two governments.
They are still persuaded that great advantages
would have resulted TO both parties from such a
mode of settlement had it been practicable, but
there are difficulties now in the way in that
course of proceeding, which it might be tedious
10 remove, while the importance of an early set
Element seems TO become at each moment more
urgent
Under these circumstances, her Majesty's Go
vernment think that resort 10 arbitration IS the
most pruden, and, perhaps, the only feasible step
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-02-13

LouIsiANA-ALL RIGHT The Delta Of the Sd
inst. publishes the following as the probable ratio
OF parties in the Louisiana Legislature:
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1846-01-15


We believe the nelenium is II hand !
a day or two ago VI recorded the fact
that Wing editor 10 cold Democratic
New Hampshire had received new
press and ! small sum Of money. a. New
Years gin. from some Of bis general pot
li'ical friends. and now We have befo}e Us
the New York Morning News. Demo
cratic paper, looking Is bright as new
pin" 10 consequence Of new dresk 10
which il arfaysd itself on Monday mbrn-i
ing, and which il unexpectedly Ire.
csived from some Of its political adpir-
rers asaNew Years gift. Wecongrs,u.
late these gentlemen on their good lick,
which is Ikea green spot 10 the desei,,"
IBak. Clipper.
e5kif those Of ourpatrons-we mean ahose
who have been delinquent for years. would pay
up as they ought to do, ws would dress Of The
Free Press ia asstyle Ma, could not bs exceled,
without any gifts ypoui The partof our friends.
Wehave never received an extra dollar since We
havs oeen 70 business, and DO not desire y. All
We ask IS what belongs 10 US Of right, and We
hope our friends viii slender unto Cesar The
things that are Casat's!a Il is true We have re-.
celved several presents in the way Of Coats,
Pants, Vests, and Blankets--lhe latter OF which
We will take occasion 10 notice hereafter--bu,
We have never had ia political friend to shb-
scribe for We or ten eopies Of the Free PressYo
enable Us to swe our list, as has been the ease in
instances that We could name.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1846-01-15

lndspendent Order Of Odd Fello,rs "A
fnew Lodge Of this order was opened in
Eihis place on Saturday week. entitled
[CHARITYLoDGE..NO ri BY The De-
tpu,y Grand Master Of ibe Grams Lodge Of
Virginia ]. HARRISON KELLY Of Charles
l,osD, Rev. Mr. Reid P. d. G. IN. and r.
w. Reid, P. G. w. OF Winchester. who
we're present by invitation from the Odd
Eiei lowsos this place, About ilteen iniiia-
lions have already taken place and amono
Them some Of our most prominent eitizens,
and many more are waiting il, see Il there
|nre any accidental deaihs'' prdceed;no
rem tnis cause, before they send ID petit
lions. Credit i due to| Mr.. "A. K, Peiser.
ioF ne unwearied effort he has manifest
s "a. 10 bringing aboutthis praisewotthy OBJ
almost sure thar in 4hres rn,n,hs 81 q
Hnumber upwards Of fifiy M menu uy s"l''
y Warrenion "a Tim.,.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1846-01-15
WORTHY OF lMITATIos.

We hope the example SET BY our friend from
Darisn, will be followed BY many Other Of our
distant subscribers as we'll as those nearer horne.
= DARrEN (Ga Dec. 80, lsl5l
NEssRs, JeHNl s. 81 II. N. GALLAaERs
GenitemenEo having made my usual annu-
al visit 10 Virginia last semmer, nov enclose
You Five Dollars, which please place TO my
credit for subscription to tic Virginia Free Press
Whilst nations are quarreling abou; large mat
ters, we should endeavor 10 settle small ones.
Remains, very truly,
Yours, &c. S.HR
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1846-01-15

4ae Oregon Var ondths Tarif-Rs.
solutions have been introduced into Tie
Pennsylvania Senate in relation 10 the
Territory Of Oregon. They are pacific ip
their character. bptiplsdge the support d
PENNSYLVANIA 10 any measures which may
be necessary on the part OF the General
Government 10 resist British aggression.
They also approve of the resolutions in-
to The U. 5, Senate by Che Hon. J. G.
Calhoun. on the Both ult. To The House
resolutions were read insirnctfng the Sc.
majors from thai s,ate in Congress. to vote
10 favor Of the Protective System, and a.
gainstany reduction or alteration Of the
duties established by the Tariff !. act Of
August 30thssl942.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1846-01-15
Fatlcal.ftiei.,

The hnsst lot Of BEEF Cattle that we hsy,
ever seen, passed through town on Mopda,
last They we're from Rockingham County
and numbering 50 head. The ,ye,age 80,
nslga.of them. We think, win no. BE- les. tAan
1000 pounds. - = =
By The way, Mr.. Jno. W. Hiooner l.,.,. .:,,
two fine Beeses, one Of which w.;rh.s oe s','so
--A the other 1854. '0o los