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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05
VIRGINIA LEGISLATURES
SENATE.
TUESDAY. Feb. %.

TUESDAY, Feb. "a.
MIR. McMullen from the Committee on Internal
Improvement, reported bill authorizing the sale
OF the Portsmouth and Roanoke Rail Road.
The bill, to amend the act establishing the
Winchester and Potomac Rail Road, [authorixing
an annuity Of $4,000 to be received in lieu of in.
terest on debt and dividends on Stock, was pass.
ed, after some opposition by Mr.. Wi,cher, and
support by Messrs. Gallaher, Stringer, Voolfolk,
ton Of some amendments by Messrs. WILEY
and McMullen, which, however, they withdrew.
The vote on the passage Of this bill was "a to
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

~ The Birthday Of Washington was ce E.
brated by the Stanton 1t. Infantry, on Monday
the 23d ultimo, by public parade, under the
command Of Lieut.. Asst. There was quite a
good turn out, and the Company, with its fine
Band, made handsome display.
We observe that the day was celebrated with
rather more than usual spirit over the country.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05
.S IN A U N IN @ Ns-
THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 1876.

u The Legislature was expected to adjourn
on yesterday wednesdays but as far as the
proceedings have reached us, we do not observe
that any resolution had been adopted on the sub.
jec'-'hough the House, judging from recent
votes taken, was getting very Thin.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

o. We learn from the Richmond Enquirer
that Ex-Governor MCDOWELL, the new Represent
tative from this District in Congress, is in favor
of the Oregon "Notice," and that he wrote let
ter to that effect, in reply to one from the Dis
trict, previous TO his nomination.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

The last Washington runor is that Mr.. Cramp-
ton. who came over in the Cambria, brought out
instructions 10 Mr.. Pakenham TO reopen negotia-
tons by an offer of the 10Th parallel, the whole
OF Vaacouver's Island, and the navigation of the
Columbia river for 20 years-and that MIR. Polk
viii not take the responsibility Of accepting the
offer, but will submit it TO the Senate for advice
Ii is further Dtimated that Mr.. Pakenhan, is cha.
grined by the rebuke Of his principals at home,
and will resign.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

~ Resolutions intended to operate upon our
U. ). Senators in favor of the Notice to Great
Britain on the subject of Oregon, came up in the
State Senate on Saturday the 22nd, for considera-
t!on.-A protracted discussion was had upon
them, at the close of which they were ordered to
lie on the table by vote of Is to 10. The
Southern Democracy are evidently fighting shy
Of this part Of the Baltimore Convention bargain.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05
EFFECT OF THE. REPEAL OF THE BRITISH
CORN LAWS ON AMERICAN PRODUCE.


The benefits likely to result from Repeal of
the British Corn Laws 10 our Agriculture we
have all along thought, have been greatly over
estimated. This opinion was based upon the
fact, well known, that our Farmers have been
frequently undersold in our own ports by the
grain-growers of the Baltic and Black Sea, and
would have been constantly, for several years
past, until the present, but for the protection of
20 cents a bushel which the Wing Tariff of 1912
has given TO their Wheat. We have now far
Their confirmation of it in the following remarks
made by Lord AsHBURToN, in the British Parlia-
ment, on the introduction of Sir RoBERT PEEL 8
new scheme Of Commercial Policy. Speaking
of the effect of the Repeal of The Corn Laws,
he says-"But the supply must not be expected
''FRoM AMERICA; and we could not have better
'proof of this than the fact that at this moment
"American corn could come here, through Cana
ida, at duty Of four shilHngs; and yet, if the
''returns were examined, ii acoua be fund that
"nine-fenths Of the Foreign Corn in England ,oas
'Jrom The Baltic, though the duty on corn from its
''shores Was FIFTEEN sHILLINcs q quarter. This
"was entirely owing Che sad,) to the low price
"of labor in the North of Europe"
Our Farmers should consider well, therefore,
before they consent to the destruction of the pre-
fits, at least, of the Home Market.-In following
the delusive phantom of s'Free Trade" they NAV
find, perhaps, when it is too late, that, like the
Dog in the Fable, they have given up the bone
for its shadow in the water.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05
WASHINGTON COLLEGE

A bill Cor the relief Of the securities of Jerman
Baker, former Treasurer of the Commonwealth,
has passed both Houses of the Legislature, bv
decided majorites.
We understand that this bill relieves tie secu-
rites from the interest which accrued on the Gin.
cinnati Fund, held. by the Commonwealth in
trust for the benefit Of Washington College, du-
ring the tendency OF the suit before the Court of
Appeals; its payment having been resisted by
the securities, as not properly constituting part
OF their liabilities under the Treasurer's bond.
That interest, it is said, now amounts 10 about
$4,000.
Considerable dissatisfaction, we find, is felt
by the friends Of the College with this act which
they regard as palpable and unwarranable in
Engagement of the rights of the institution.
We observe that it was warmly opposed by
MIR. BALDWIN in the House, and by Mr.. MooRE.
and MIR. THOMPSON of Amherst, in the Senate;
but The grounds taken by them are not stated
Their opposition may have been merely as to the
expedency of the measure, as an act of State in
terposition or clemency-the liability of the secu-
rites both for principal and interest having been
regularly affirmed by the Court of Appeals; with
out any apprehension as 10 the ultimate interests
Of the institution.
A more serious view of it, however, is taken
by the friends of the College.-They think the
Legislature intends thereby TO give away, in its
sovereign pleasure, without indemnity, money
which in no sense belonged TO the Com.
monweal.h. But such an idea seems toxus to be
too monsrous to be entertained for moment.
70 do not holio III e. A. 4 LA.
pose or intent of the Legislature. We may very
well suppose how it might feel it to be duty
to interpose or extend relief to the securities in
the extreme hardship Of their case but we can
not imagine how they could consider it right or
proper, even possible to do so, at the expense
OF sacred trust, left in the custody Of the State
by the Revolutionary companions and associates
OF WASHINGTON, for the benefit Of Literary In
sttu,ion, which he had himself previously mark.
ed out by his favor and endowment, and which
now bears his venerated name.
1t is true, that we are not acquainted with all
the facts fthe case, but from what we do know
of them, we are entirely persuaded that the fears
which are entertained by the friends of the Col.
ieSe will turn out 10 be unreal. Virginia stands
too much upon her character to be guilty of an
act like this, involving, as it would, not merely
the turpitude of Reputation, but a wilful and
wanton betrayal of most sacred trust.-As
she has given the relief asked for by the securi-
ties, depend upon il, she will not allow it to
be done at the expense of her honor, but that
she will make good the trust fund which has
thus been impaired by what was deemed TO
be reasonable act of clemency towards the
suffering securities of one of her own delinquen,
officers.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

- There will be two steamers from England
during this month, although the regular semi
monthly passages do not commence until April.
So says The Boston Times. The Unicorn will
leave Liverpool for Halifax and Boston on the
10Th of March,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05
THE TAX BILL,

The bill imposing Taxes for the support of
government was banded between the two Houses
Tor some days during the last week-the Senate
insisting upon its amendments. A conference
was finally had, which resulted in the passage
OF the bill in accordance with the rates of las,
year.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

We are informed, says the N. y. Express, from
Il source entitled to credit. that Mr.. Irving, our
Minister at Madrid, and Mr.. King, our Minister
at Paris, are both ordered 10 repair to London, to
confer with Mr. Mclean. 1t is supposed that the
Oregon and Tariff questions will occupy their
attention.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

" The bill making provision for the extern.
sion oil the James River Cans!<rs North River,
&c. was indefinitely postponed on Wednesday
by the House of Delegates. This of course set
ties the matter Cor the session.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05
CONGRESS-.

Monday. the esd of February, being observed
as the birth day Of Washington, no business was
transacted in either House.
In the Senate, on Tuesday, resolution was
adopted offered by Mr.. Simmons, of Rhode Is
land, instructing the Committee Of Commerce to
inquire into the leading articles of import which
came into competition with our own mines, man
ufactures, &c.. during the two years last past
the prices Of Domestic articles, and the rates of
wages paid, SC. The mileage bill from the
House was referred to the Committee on the Ju-
dietary. The Oregon debate was resumed by
MIR. Dickinson.-He thought that the nation
which found itself in the wrong the question,
would not think of going to war about it, and he
battered himself that any one who should hear or
read his speech. would easily discern which was
in the right. He claimed, the territory up to $40
4V. His idea was that while the subjects of
Great Britain had rights there, the Government
had none.
In the House, the River and Harbor appropra-
ton bill was under consideration. The bill was
read by sections. Mr.. Mcconnell then moved to
lay 1t aside, which motion was lost. He next
moved to strike out the first section, the enaclnp
clause. He said it was complete robbery of
the National Treasury, and if it should pass he
would bring in bill giving to every head of
family, every widow, and to every man no, mar
red $50 acres of the public domain. The de.
bate was continued by Messrs. Rhett, Crozier,
Schenck, and Wentworth, after which the Com
mittee rose and the House adjourned.
On Wednesday. in the Senate, Mr.. Dickinson
concluded his remarks on the Oregon question.
Mr.. j. NJ Clayton desired to know what he
meant by remark he had made that he was rea-
dy to meet Great Britain half way, and In a spr-
it of compromise, in making Commercial Trea-
ty! Mr. Dickinson replied that if England con-
ceded advantages to u.s. we, in turn, should con-
cede them TO her to the same extent but he did
not mean to connect that subject with Oregon
Mr.. Dayton moved postponement of the reso-
lutions till Monday fortnight, which was object
ed to. MIR. Colqutt then submitted an amend
ment similar TO that of MIR. Crttenden, but no
vote was taken.
In the House, Mr.. Hunter, of Va, reported
bill for the retrocesson of the city of Alexandria
10 Virginia, which was read twice and referred
to the Committee of the Whole.
On Thursday, in the Senate, resolution was
adopted on the motion of Mr.. Simmons to in
struct the Library Committee to enquire into the
expediency of employing Hiram Powers 10 exc
cute an Equestrian Statue of Washington. The
Oregon resolutions were again the subject of con-
slderation. In the course Of the discussion Mr..
Fennybacker remarked that it was preposterous
to suppose the President would not negotiate on
line short Of $40 4O.
In the House, the River and Harbor appropri-
alton bill was under discussion. MIR. M'Clel-
land, of Michigan, made strong speech in sup
port of it, He gave frightfu account of the
ravages by storms upon the Lakes, and the loss
es of life and property.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05
HOUSE OF DELEGATES.
On motion of Mr.. Broadus.


On motion of Mr.. Broadus,
-, Resofped by The General assembly, That the
Treasurer be, and he is hereby authorized and re-
qured, 10 invest in Virginia six per cent. stock.
or In bonds having the guarantee of the State,
bearing an interest at six per cent, as he NAV
think best, the money now in his hands unin-
vested, or which he may hereafter receive an
Treasurer OF the Commonwe wealth in trust for the
benefit Of the Cincinnati Society.
On motion of Mr.. Stovall,
~, hesolred by the Senate and House Of Delegntes,
That hereafter the Register of the Land Office
shall be ex-oiicio member of the Board of Pub
lie Works.
On motion of Mr.. Southall.
Resolred, That leave be given to bring in bill
appropriaiing the sum of S45, GIG &C towards the
redemption of a portion of the Public Debt.
BILLS PASSED
A bill establishing an inspection of Butter in
the city of Richmond, and the Town of Scots
Vile.
A bill concerning Executions against insolyent
debtors.
bill prescribing rewards for killing wolves
in the county of Allegheny.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

The Marshal Division Sons of Temperance,
celebrated WashiDgton's Birthday in this place
on Saturday last, by a procession, address, go.
We noticed respectable delegation from Au-
gusta; among the strangers in attendance,---Iar-
risonJurg Republican.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

u The &C, appropra,ing $4,000 to furnish
the new buildings of the Virginia Institution has
passed both Houses Of the Legislature.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

Sol. u. Downs has been elected to the u. S.
Senate by the Legislature Of Louisiana for the
term Of six years from the 4th of March, 1917.
He is said to be man Of fair talents, but bitter
partiZan.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

" ROBERT p. KINNEY, esq. has been ap-
pointed Commissioner for taking Dispositions,
by the Judge of our Superior Court.-See his
card in another column.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

WILLIAM BEBD, Of Butler county, has been
nominated by State Convention as the Wing
candidate for Governor, in Ohio. David Todd,
Of Trumbull county, is the Democratic candidate.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05
MELANCHOLY STEAMBOAT ACCIDENT
Fifteen Lines Inst

The steamboat Saladin, from Nashville. came
in contact, on the night o! the 18th ut., when
near Pitchers Point, with the steamboat Con-
gress. going up the river. Fifteen persons on
BOARD the Congress were killed by the collision
or subsequently drowned but their names are
not given.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

Gov. TuoMAs.-A bill has passed the Md
Legislature 10 divorce Ex-Governor Thomas n
Uineuio matrio,onii from his wife sc. F. Tho
mas.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

So and upwards ditto ditto Is
With respect TO all other restrictions, shall fol-
low the scale that affects wheat.
To read these would not be interesting TO the
House, and therefore refer them for the particu-
lars 10 the printed statement that shall afterwards
be put into their hands. 1t may be sufficient for
present purposes to say that general rule shall
be adopted. There will now, then. be levied OF
foreign wheat, instead Of duty Of les. duty
OF As at the present prices, taken out Of bond for
consumption in the market. The right hon. ba-
ronet then proceeded to enumerate the set-ofr 10
the repeal Of the Cornlaws which he proposed
to extend TO the agricultursts. The highway
rates he proposed 10 consolidate by TRANSFERRING
their administration to the Poor-law Guardians
thus placing them under the control Of 600. in.
stead Of, as at present, 5000 different authorities.
He proposed to alter tho law Of settlement, so
that peasant who emigrated from an agricultu-
raj to manufacturing district, should claim
settlement after five years. residence; his wife
and children not 10 be removable where the re-
moval Of the person himself was probibited-
He proposed an advance Of Eycbequer Bills, by
way. of loan, for the improvement OF agriculture.
LIygaPooL, Feb. 4.--The commercial intelli.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

Mr.. HARRIS, of Virginia, has been confirmed
in Executive session DIS charge d'Affaires to Bue-
nos Ayres.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

The Hon. Edward Everett has accepted the
Presidency of Harvard University.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

The bill for extending the jurisdiction of Ma
gistrates TO $50 has been rejected by the House
of Delegates.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-03-05

Whenever the average price Of wheat, made up
and published in the manner required by law,
shall be for every quarter
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-08-13
SAXTON,S RIVER SEMINARY.

VINHE FaR Term Of this Institution will commence
Il on Wednesday, September 3D. to continue elev.
en- weeks under the charge Of the present Principal
ID. c. COLBY
Mr.. j. Spauiding a member Of the Senior Glass, oil
Dartmouth College, viii be associated with the Prn.
cipal in the instruction and management OF the School
Miss Julia Wire, Teacher IN French and Music. A
good opportunity viii be afforded 10 those who wish
TO lake lessons in these branches our Teacher has
been under the best Of instruction, and has had much
practice.
The best instruction will be given in all The branch.
es taught in sue Institutions Natural Sciences H.
Illustrated with Apparatus. As we have spared no
pains in securing the best Of Teachers despsing
everything like pomp and parade, we shall use our
utmost endeavors TO perfect those under charge. in
all the branches TO which they may attend. Psticu.
lar attention paid to fitting Teachers for their voca.
ition.
Lectures will be given before this class by distin-
guished Teachers from abroad.
We hope that those who design to teach, will avail
themselves Of the opportunity OF becoming acquainted
with the improvements in Teaching that going on
around them thorough course, both Classical and
English, is given in this Institution, fitting for College
'or the active business Of life.
The discipline of the school will be mild, but uniform
and strict, and shall retain one who does not
sdemean himself strictly in accordance with its regua.
tons, we deem the formation Of steady habits and
the development Of the moral faculties Of the utmost
Importance.
Tuition as usual.
Board 10 good families from 81 as to sI75
Rooms convenient for those who wish to board
themselves.
r A. SEVERANCE, for The Trustees.
Saxton's River, Aug. 6th 1876. 81
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-08-13

Upon my return after shor visit at Claren.
don Springs, IL me that brief acc cunt of the ac
eommodations company and Of Thu Justly eebru
ted watering place. might be nereng to such of your patrons
had friends soourHng there such DESTROYS Of
making delightful and beneficial journey The springs are sit
uted in the county Of Rutland about twenty-five miles from
Whitehall snd about seventy ron Briooro and shout six
miles from the contemplated rail road track Of the Rutland rail
road so eed The scenery in the vicinity of the srangs
perhaps Unsurpassed by in Vermont and although village
selfrepes the idea of any thing like pubic spirit It's in
habants still comfortable accommodations bo no and re.
eshmen with which erieure would fad fault To spend
time the mineral properties Of water or m effect
upon the hNmlR system would be useless ~ general
they known throughout the Stte by those know Of
the of such spring As yet pains been taken
adorn the grounds about the spring. although very ri.
fling expense it might be made delightful spot has
dreary appearance, whea surrounded by life I'd beauty
during the day is generally the only say
that 1t has been good fortune 40 pleasant
and ovia band be foand Clarendon he present
YouHg aud old grave and rysome the pursuit Of
health and others Of peasue-vhe puu uit Of both
clustering around the spring all hours day
For in addition rides sad walks nnumeble
there bowling ae of good dimensions and well conduct.
ed furnishing abundant opportunity Tor pleasure
and when tired Of this species OF take
turn among the dancers play at chess whist &c But
the whole matter short, Mr Editor Clarendon place Tor all
afflicted with humos of every description seek
in dog days drive dull and exchange the heat Of Au
gust for the cool mouutain breeze.
The village Of Woodstock the county Windsor is we'll
oclegates occular demon
STATIONS of physical meuta in6rmy yet they in every
of the word on hand" Keesev N Y is also we'll
represented aud IL mistaken your village has dele
there also One word before close respecting differ
the great difference between Clarendon and Saratoga
At Clarendon you but rle vain foppery dandysm-
such idle distinctions found a Saratoga-whle
black legs gamblers and horse unknown amongst
them And now Mr. Editor let sdvis you quiet humble
democratic ofa take your we aud children drive over
TO Clarendon pot up with Barlow tao Union Hail. stay two
weeks monihleaye tho Phrnix the hands B-hoy
and my word for you home refreshed and nvrora
ted that your subscribers to will pardon your
X b. @.
I'VE should like CO. friend X b. g. bu, hav got the
pGoter1
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-08-13
Commencement at Dartmouth.

The Commencement at Dartmouth College occurred last
week, and attended, usual, by crowded audience
The Hon, JOEL PARKER, in his Grafton before the Phi
Beta Kappa Society Wednesday, combaed the Preva-
lent noonot modern progress and superior enlightenment
and brought forward array Of facts relating TO lost arts
proofs Of ancien, mechanical skill &c that may well serve
In rehuke our sefoompaeence Rev. ELIJAH KELLOGG S
Poem before the Society, is spoken Of worthy Of
the occasion and cedabe 10 the author OF taste
and poetic ability.
The Hon. AMOS KESDALL, who expected to address
the United Societies. did not fulfil his appointment
The Grafton before the Theological Society by the Rev
VILLAS ADAMS ID. D., of New York, on Progress ia
Christian Theologl an elaborate discussion conducted with
ability and handsomely delivered but grating rather harsh
the Of some at leaving Christian Theology, as II
struck them loose ends and in greater want Of hx
ed landmarks than sober view of The ground would Justify
The Graduating Glass consisted Of "a. The Honorary
Degree LII d. conferred Hon. Richard Fletcher o.
Boston, and Col Thuyer ofihe West Point Military Acad
envy Vrm0nt Chronicle