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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
WING MASS MEETING.

Pursuant to notice, Mass Meeting Of the
Wing Party was held at the Court House on
Monday, March 9th, for the purpose ofnomi-
mating two suitable Candidates to represent the
County Of Berkeley in the next House of Del
egates of Virginia
On motion Of Col Edmund P. Hunter, Capt.
JACOB VANDOREN was unanimously
called 10 the Chair, and HANsoN c. MAsLN
and JAMES L. CuSslNGHAM, appointed Secre-
taries.
Col T. P. Hunter then stated the object Of
the meeting, and announced the willingness Of
WILLIAM L. BoAE, Esq, to serve the County
again in the House OF Delegates, if the people
desired his services. 1t was also announced,
that JAMES L. CAMPBELL, Esq, declined be-
ing Candidate for reelection.
Chas. J. Faulkner then rose and nominated
WIN. l.. BoAK, Esq.
Tilotson Fryatt nominated ADAM SMALL,
Esq.
Col. Hunter nominated CnAs. JAS. FAUX
NER, Esq. which nomination was seconded by
A. c. Hammond and Bailey Tabb.
MIR. Faulkner rose and requested that his
name might be Withdrawn. He had been re-
peatedly urged to be a Candidate this spring
but he had uniformly expressed his repug-
nance to a nomination, to all who had at any
time preached the subject to him.
Col. Hunter stated that he was well aware
that Mr. Faulkner could have no personal wish
to be Candidate, and was ayerse to it, but he
regarded the next session Of the Legislature as
one Of great importance to the People, and in
yovng questions Of the deepest moment to
their interests, ne thought, under such circun-
stances, it was the night Of die People to call
upon the best talent OF the country to come for
ward and serve them.
DR.. Hammond urged the same idea.
Mr.. Faulkner again repeated, in strong Ian
guage, his fcpugnance 10 being a Candidate,
but said, Ii the People believed he could render
them any service in the next General Assem-
bly,, Of which he was not at all conscious, he
did not feel himself at liberty to decline their
service. He hoped, however, they would ex-
cuSe him
Robert V. Snodgrass, Esq, then said, as
the gentleman who has just taken his seat has
expressed his unwillngness to serve, he would
add another name to the list of nominations.
to wit: GEORGE w. RoBNsoN, Esq.
The meetng then proceeded to baIlot-which
resulted in the choice of WILLIAM L..
BoAK and ADAM SMALL, Esqs
The meeting then adjourned.
JACOB YANDOREN, Chm
HANsoN G. MAsLIN, So.,.
JAS. l.. CUNNINGHAM, '''gS'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
4 SLIGHT RRrEsE.

| Our community has been li1le stirred up
for the last few days, but we are happy to be-
lieve that all the excited feeling which the in
cidenis Of Monday gave rise to, has
passed away without leaving any unpleasant
Irenainesconce behind. A short time after the
close Of the meeting on Monday, personal
communication was made to Mr.. FAULKNER,
charging that the result Of the meeting was
produced by some gross statements Of his
political opinions, and by a system Of fraudu-
lent and improper balloting, such as the depos-
it by enc man Of three, ard BY another man Of
eigbt votes, without the presence or authority
OF the persons whose names were endorsed
upon them. Although opposed himself to be-
ing Candidate, yet upon this statement Of
facts, made under imposing circumstances,
Mr.. Faulkner believed ii to be duty which he
owed to the personal friends who, even against
his wishes, had pressed his nomination before
the meeting, 10 repuaiate without an instant Of
further deliberation, the acton of the meeting
In a moment of excitement, therefore, produ-
ced by this statement Of facts, he announced
himself as a Candidate. On the following day,
a careful and rigid scrutiny was made of the
tickets and the proceedings Of the election, and
while some irregularities were developed, no
thing appeared to exhibit any false or fraudu-
lent voting. Upon the result Of this examina-
ton being made known to Mr.. Faulkner, he
promptly intimated his purpose not to be, any
longer, considered as Candidate, unless Ger
tain rumors, which had recently reached him,
Of the opinions Of MIR. SMALL on the Conyen-
ton question, should prove true. These ru-
mors were also ascertained TO be unfounded,
and he will accordingly now, with great plea
sure, support the Nominees of the meeting.
The following is the report ofthe two intel
hgent gentlemen who examined the ballots:
MARTlNsBURG, March 10, 1916.
Dear Sir-At your request, we have care
fully examined the ballots east on yesterday
for the nomination Of Delegates 10 the General
Assembly, and have investigated SO far as pos
sible, all the circumstances connected with the
nomination, and have come to the conclusion
thatnoexceptionu upon the ground OF unfairness
can be taken 10 the action Of the meeting.
We further take the liberty, at our own sug-
gestlon, of expressing to you our conviction,
that the failure to unite majority of the meet
ing on your name, was owing TO the fact that
you Were definitely understood to be deci-
dedly ayerse to the presentation Of your name
as Candidate
Very Respectfully, VI obi Servts
HARRISON WAITE,
EDM'D. p. HUNTER.
CHARLES JAMES FAULKNER, ESQ
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
CONGRESSIONAL.

The proceedings ofthe Wing Meeting, SC,
prevent US from laying before our readers a
most interesting letter from our Washington
Correspondent Our readers shall have it next
week, as it shows up in racy style some Of
''the Family feuds" of "the Universal Democ-
racy." In Congress there is not much of in
terest going on. The Oregon debate is pro
crossing slowly in the Senate-able speeches
are being made, but the question has become
stale and no longer excites the deep interest
which accompanied it two months ago, The
House may be said to be laying on Its oars"
The Tariff discussion, however, will be com
menced before long, and then "look out for
squalls"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
WORTHY OF NOTICE.

| Wcrommend the annexed short article, from
the Baltimore American" to the serious con-
sideration Of all VINO are willing ssto trade of
the Tariff Of 1912 for Oregon or any other
goods, wares or merchandise" which John
Bull may have to offer in exchange. Destroy
and depend on ssthe British Tariff and Corn
Laws Of Sx Robert Peel" and perhaps you
VIII find out what Interesting nescs from Ear
rope" means We hope that among the ma
ny other evidences Of 'sotr Loco Focoisna," il
will not be brought up in judgment against us
that we denounce the Tariff of lS42-because
we say the opening Of ''the British Ports' will
benefit the grain growers on the Continent Of
Europe instead Of the United States. We
should call such charge clerical mistake
that's all -
The PRIcE OF GRAM in the United States
have undergone little or no variation since the
intelligence arrived ofSIR RoRERT PEEL's pro
posed changes in the British tariff and corn
laws. But on the Continent Of Europe the
case is otherwise. AT Hamburg by the last
advices wheat had advanced one to two shil-
hngs per quarter; rye was In great demand !;
Large Transactions" says the circular, shave
taken place on the spot and from ouports. at
fully two shillings per quarter advance" Bar
ley and oats Were also at enhanced prices At
Rotterdam, Antwerp and Odessa, similar i'm
pTovements IN the prices of grain had taken
place. Upon the receipt Of the English news
at Antwerp, wheat advanced three shiliings
per quarter.
1t is from these and other adjoining sources
that the British market is supplied with grain
whenever lmportatons are called for The
ports in Holland are great depots for Baltic
wheat which remains thus stored up awaiting
favorable changes in the operation Of the slid
ing scale and ready for any contingency which
may procure access TO the English market.
In the event of a scarcity on the Continent
of Europe ,as well as in Great Britain, the abro-
cation OF the corn laws would doubtless give
admission TO American grain in considerable
quantities But that would have followed if
the sliding system had been continued In
general, we should contend at great disadvan-
tage with the Baltic and Black sea producers,
who are not only nearer the British market,
and therefore more able to avail themselves of
every opportunity as it may offer, but who
have also another advantage in the low rates
of agricultural labor. Lord AsHBURToN, in a
late speech on the corn law question, declared
that Great Britain could not expect supplies OF
grain from the United States; and .'we could
not have better proof of this" said his Lord
ship, ethan the fact that at this moment Ameri-
can corn could come here, through Canada, at a
duty of four ,jlings; and vet, if the returns were
examined, ii tcoutd be found that nine-tenths Of
The foreign, corr, il, England scas from the Baltic,
though the duty on corn from It's shores was FIF-
TEEN sHmLINGs quarter. This was entirely
owing to the low price Of labor in the north Of
Europe"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
TO CORRESPONDENTS.

The manly and fiery communication of a
"Hedgesyile Wing" has been received, but
win not be published for reasons that he will
see fully explained in this paper He may
rest assured that no slight was intended by the
proceedings Of Monday 10 the man whom he
terms the Peoples Champion" 1.-THE Man
for the Crisis" and ''the most favored son Of
Old Berkeley" When any thing ofthat sort
shall ever take place in Public Meeting of
this County, he viii find many generous
heart stirred to its foundation, besides hisow
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
LITERARY NOTICES.

The "BALrMoRE PATRIOT" comes to us
greatly enlarged in form, induced by its in
creasing advertising patronage, Weare much
pleased to see this evidence of the increased
patronage Of the "Patrot'-as il is decidedly
one Of the most sterling Wing journals in the
Union. AS Commercial Journal, it is equal
to any in the country and were we asked by
friend to recommend a city paper to him
whose sound, moral and political views would
bring pleasure, happiness and solid inlonna-
ton around his fre-side, we should not hest
tate to say to him subscribe for the "Balti-
more Patriot" edited by our old and esteemed
friend, Isaac .N,aToe, Esq.
The covenant" a monthly periodical,
devoted TO d-Fellowship and Literature, has
lately been much improved, and merits the APP
probation and patronage of the Fraternity II
is published in Baltimore, by Mrs Catha'Ine
Nelson, and is under the Editorial control OF
the Rev. albert G. Case. Persons DESTROYS Of
subscribing, or wishing to examine the work,
can see it'by calling at this Office.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
JOHN HAMpnEy PEASANTS.

We direct the attention Of our readers to the
articles in this weeks paper in relation to the
Funeral, SC, ofthe late JoHN HAMrDEN PELA-
SAINTS. We also invite attention TO the letter
addressed tous by Messrs. MoNcURE and others,
Of Richmond. What shall be the response of
the Wings of Berkeley in this noble cause p
We hope it viii be worthy of their name and
their sterling Whiggey Mr.. Peasants was a
noble champion of our cause--in prosperity
and adversely the same unyielding and uncom-
promising friend of sound principles. IT'S
true he was sometimes too passionate and i'm
pulsiye, yet always honest in his course. In
the language Of the New York Tribune, we
most sincerely say "Peace TO the ashes of the
gifted dead and Heavens mercy rest on his
generous, erring soul!"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

of this great Nation may rest Your Dele
gates may also have the control Of the Klec-
ton Of this Senator, for how often are rrea,
and moInentous issues decided by one or two
votes.
five have personal differences, let US never
bring them to the .'ballot-box" for redress
that is the sacred depository Of the Peoples
rights, and the bulwark Of their hberties-no
place for the private Controversies Of nen---
Upon occasions Of that kind, LET us feel and
say with the poet
sAnd, as when Liberty's bright dawn began,
Let patriot feeling bind us, man to man,
Let truth and justice, be our only ann,
And p,tblic pirtue, be our dearest fame"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
MR.. ADAM SMALL.

The fact, that Mr.. SMALL was put IN noml-
nation on Monday last, by gentleman known
to be opposed to Constitutional Reform, unac-
companied by any explanation Of the views
and opinions Of Mr. Small ON that question, led
to an impression which produced some ex-
element, after the close of the Meeting that
evening that the Nominee of the meeting was
himself opposed to the call of a State Conven-
ton. We are happy to have it in our power
to correct any such impression. Mr.. Small is
firm and decided friend Unconstitutional Re
form. And it is fact too clear to be disputed
that no man entertaining other views, could
receive the nomination and support Of the
Wing Parry Of this County.
BEDINGToN, Va, March llth, lS46.
ChGs Jas Faulkner Esq;
Dear Sir-ln reply tovour letter ofthis morn
ing, it gives me pleasure to state, that any
rumor which may have reached YOU or the
public, that am in any way opposed to a
Convention, is altogether without foundation.
On the contrary, should be elected to the
House of Delegates of Virginia, from this
County, / shall not merley regard it as my duty
representing the wishes of a majority Of the
Wing Party Of this County to record my vote
so as to accomplish that desirable result, but
from personal conviction of the importance of
that measure, | shall do so with zeal and cor
dalty. | am decided Convention-man, and
approve the principles announced in the Re
form Meeting of the lOth of November, l8l5.
With sentiments OF the highest regard, re-
main, Very truly, your Friend,
ADAM SMALL.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
JACOB YANDOREN, Chm.
HaS; ; G. MAsLIs, ; secgs.
ADJOURNMENT OF THE LEGIS-
IATTRE.

The Legislature of Virginia adjourned on
Friday last, the 9th inst, after a session of 9G
days. We shall lay before our readers, as
soon as they are furnished to US by the Rich
mond papers, full list of the Acts, Sc, pas
sed during the session.
We take this occasion TO return the thanks
Of the readers Of the Gazette, as well as our
own, TO our intelligent and faithful Richmond
Correspondent, ''M." for his interesting let
tiers to us during the whole session of the last
Legislature. We confidently hope we shall
have his valuable aid and services again next
winter.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

r-CoRREsPoNDENTs will please bear in
mind that all drop in The Post-O Office
are subject to t,eo cents postage. We have a
"leter-box" at our Office, where all those who
feel deGcacy in handing in their communica-
tions, &C., can ''drop" them without expense
to either themselves or us. Our Postage ac-
count in the course of year is considerable,
and we hope all correspondents hereafter viii
prepay all letters that are upon their oael bust
ness-and we will very readily pay all that are
upon oar our, business.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

AssAFepIrA.-This plant is production Of
the Eastern part of Persia. Its stem is from
one to two and halffeet in height; the leaves
resemble those of the Indian beet root, and
when ripe produces caulifower-like head of
light straw color The milky juice extracted
near the root congeals into the well known
gum. ofwhich each plant Yields about pound;
but the plants themselves, especially when
young, are priced as high delicacy by the
natives, who stew or roast the stem, and boil or
fry the head and leaves with clarified butter.
In this way the smell is even stronger and
more rank than in the form Of drug. and none
but those accustomed to il. can endure It's Of
fensive elfluyia.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12
"CENStRE NO ACT THAT DOES
YOU NO HARM"

What glorious state of things there would
exist in this vain world, if the above sensible
piece Of advice, given as the last counsel of a
late distinguished and sound headed citizen Of
a sister State, were adopted by every person.
But, alas how few do we find who will suffer
! themselves to attend to their o,en business, or
who viii endeayor to cast the beam out of
their olrn eyes before they attempt to pluck the
mote out OF their neighborS' eyes. "Cens,ue no
act d,at does you no ham,' should ever be up
pemost in the minds and thoughts of all and
whenever YOU become acquainted with the
faults, failings and in6nmities of another, med
! itate well upon the above words of caution ere
you express yourself, lest YOU do gross injus-
tee to your neighbor. Miss ISLANDER and
| Madam RUMoR are ever on the alert, seeking
whom they may ruin and prosecute; and it
would be well for all to arm themselves with
/ the weapon, "Censtre no act that does you no
harm" Many, many there are now who are
4 bowed down with heavy weight and load Of
sorrow who, had "Ceastue no act that does you
no HARM" been the motto and by-word of their
slanderers and prosecutors, would have been
as erect as the forest-poplar, with pleasanmess
and freshness o'ershadowing their brows.-
Woe woe! unto the slanderer. Woe! wool
unto the back-biter. Wool woe, unto the
tale-beapr Woe woe unto the eves-drop-
per Blessed are they who adopt and cherish
the words" Censore no act that does you no
harm"
may, speak no i'll - kindly word
Cau never leave a sting behind,
And oh to breathe each tale we've heard .
Il far beneath a noble mind
Full oil better seed is sowu
BY choosing thus the kinder plan;
For il but little good be known,
still let us speak the best can.
"C5ivc the heart that fam would hide
Would fam auoiher's fault eilsce:
How can it pleasure human pride
To prove humanity but bases
No, let us reach higher mood
nobler estimate of man;
Be earnest in the search for coed,
And speak Of all the best
"Then speak no but lenieni be
To otbers' faiings cur own;
II you're the first fault 10 see,
BE not the first 10 make il known.
For life is but passing day,
No lip may tell how brief its span;
Then. oh the little time stay,
Let's speak Of all the best we can"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

LOWELL FAcToRIEs.-In the annual state
ment ofLowell Factories, the number on Isl
January last was 33 besides print works, and
the number Of spindles 228,S5S; the capital
was $l0,550,0 900, and the average wages Of
male operatives SO cents per diem, and those Of
females s2per week, both clear ofboard. The
Prescott Company has capital of 100000,
and two cotton mills nearly ready. The Ham
iltion Co. have large mill nearly complete.
and the Merrimack, Lowell and Middlesey
corporations will each put up large mill this
season. In April, 1915, the cotton mills o.
Lowell were %, spindles 20S,l4
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

FRoM RIO JANEIRo.-Rio Janeiro dates Of
the 9Th January, stated that nothing had been
heard of the movement of the British and
French squadrons since the battle OF Parana
Ii was supposed, however, that the vessels Of
a Light draught ofwater had proceeded up the
river.
The U. S. frigate Columbia, bearing the
broad pennant Of Com. Rousseau, from Nor
folk, arrived at Rio Janeiro January 5 the fri
gate Congress, Com. Stockton, had put in &c
caulk, and would be ready to sail for the Paci-
fic January Is; the frigate Raritan, Capt Greg
ory, would sail for the Gulfof Mexico January
20; the sloop-oi-war Plymouth, Com. Henry
was also in port
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

Mr.. PAINE AND "THEM P.pERs. MIR.
Paine, the "great shot at," has visited Washs
ington City, and it is reported, upon MS own
testimony, that he has delivered TO Mr. Buchan-
an those secret State papers relating to certain
intrgues in respect to Mexico, the possession
ofwhich was the cause olthc repeated attempts
upon his life, made with air guns and other
nlischieyously conuived weapons lfsueh is
the case, we shall probably soon know the
precious intrigues Of the oman with the white
hat" Almon;e and the French Minister.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

MILITARY MovEMENTs---A company OF
United States dragons has been ordered to
Fort Crawford, to keep an eve on the VIM
nebago Indians, who are reported to be a great
annoyance 10 the inhabitants Of Wisconsin,
Capt Aliens company of dragons has been
ordered to Fort Leayenworth, with instructions
to see 10 the removal to the Kansas country OF
all the Sac and Fox Indians who have not
gone thither.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

VIRGINIA RIGHT OF WAY-The bill "sup-
Elementary 10 and amendatory Of the act en-
titled San act TO authorize the Baltimore and
Ohio railroad company to complete their road
to the Ohio river and for other purposes" pas
sed February l9th, l645, has passed the Viz
GINA Senate without amendment, and, having
previously passed the House, is now a law.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

RETRocEssIoN.-Th Bill for the reuoces-
sion Of Alexandria excites a good deal Of in
terest with the Members OF Congress, and the
letter-wrilers say twill not pass without good
deal Of debate. and probably not at all. The
friends Of cession. however, are very active in
behalf of the measure.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

Rev. CHARLES ToRaEY-A petition has
been presented to Gov Pratt Of Maryland, for
the pardon Of Rev, Charles Tory, (now con
fined in the peniten;ary for abduchng slaves, }
predicated on his increasing i'll health. 1t is
proposed that he shall pay for the slaves, be
pardoned, and leave the State He admits that
he acted wrong, and desires to be forgiven
Ills wife has also pettioned in lis behalf, with
numerous other applicants
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

WoN'r BE HANGED-Gov. Smith of Vir-
GINA has rcspited Hunter HN, the murderer Of
Mai. Smith, until the 9TH Of February, lS47
and il is said that the Governor has avowed
his determination to prevent the execution ol
the criInna! during his term of service.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

05-BENJAMIN CoMEoYs, Esq, was on Mon
day last swom-in as the High Sherifi of Berke-
ley County, and Jacob Pandoren, jr., and Cor
neIius 4, Comegys, Esqs., as his Deputies,
WILLIAM II. HAYDEN was also sworn-in on
Monday last as Tailor Of Berkeley County.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

MEETING HOUSE, BURNr.--We are inform
ed that two young women lately set fire TO a
meeting house of the Reformers, in Boons
county, KY, and burnt il to ashes, because the
church had refused them membership. What
worthy Church members they would have
madel-- Copington, (Ky) Intel.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

SOLAR EcIPsE.-The greatest Solar Eclipse
visible in the United States until May Goth,
1854, occurs ON the 9th Of April next.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

SENTENCED AGAIN--".Nike Wialsh" was
tried on Tuesday in New York for a libil on
Mr. John iIorsepool, a respectable cabinet
naker-found guilty, and he was immediate
" sentenced 10 Blackwcll's island for six
months.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

A New ONE.--Another Life Of Martin Pan
Buren, is announced as forthcoming in the
course Of the present month. II is SAID TO be
the production Of Nh Mackenzie
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-03-12

A Coon APPOINTMENT Walter G,Cinn has
been elected President Of the James River and
Kanawha Company: