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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
REV InHN PnISAL.

Who has been lately appointed Agent Of the
American Bible Society for the State Of VIr-
ginia, arrived in this town (his native place.
on Saturday last, the 18th INST, and has been
engaged since in his important mission. We
hope he will be enabled to make good report
to the parent Board at New York and the
Board at Richmond, from his native County.
He has now commenced his work, which we
trust will be found pleasant to himself and
profitable to the great cause in which he is en-
gaged-the cause ofthe Bible.
We understand that he will make the tour
Of the North Western part Of the State first,
and will visi, Wheeling, Parkersburg, &c, in
the course of week or two. We commend
him to the kind regards Of Vnginisns every
where-independant of his cause, he is an
able and eloquent divine, and a most worthy
gentleman in every sense Of the term. The
Society could not have made more fortunate
selection than Mr.. p. for the State OF Virginia.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE.

This very able journal, we are much pleas
ed to see, has undergone considerable i'm
provements-an evidence Of its increasing
prosperity. 1t is edited by EDGAR SNowDEs,
Esq, who is known TO the country as an able
writer, an accomplished gentleman, and firm
and sterling Wing. We should be pleased TO
see the Gazette extensively circulated through
out this section of Virginia-which is now,
by the means Of her internal Improvements, so
nearly and intimately connected with Aexan-
dria. The Gazette will furnish full and ac-
cu-ate reports of the proceedings of Congress
and the Legislature during the approaching
sessions. We shall be pleased 10 exhibit the
Gazette to any one who will call at our Office.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
FEDERALISM AND FEDERALIST.

Father RITcHIE has been so much "knock-
ed into cooked hat'' by the late political rev.
olutions of the country, that he scarcely knows
which way to turn for comfort. For a spell
we were British Whigs-but then that would
not do, after the sale of American Industry to
the British by the last Democratic Congress,
and the claim of "phJ,yp hor phortyOrphigIa,"
and then knock under al .tortynuse 10 the
British by a Democratic Administration then
we were JuericGn Whigs-but that would not
do after SO many gallant and prominent Wings
were found in the lead of the battlefield, and
the Democracy were diddled out Of free and
safe passport by the willy SANTA ANNA so that
the old man Of seven principles, Gas JACKSON
once called him, )-"the FIVE loaves and two
fishes"-has set himself up as "the teacher of
Democratic Israel" and gives out the cue TO
the whole Democratic CD Kingdom that they
must not hereafter call US Wings, but FrpE-
RALIsTs, but whether 'Biue Light' or ''Black
Cockade," is TO be affixed we are not yet APP
prised. This important announcement is COM
municated to our friend, the Esprit Of Je6er-
son." Father RITcHIE takes an extract from
a very well prepared Strengthening plaster"
in the last Spirit" consoling its party in de-
feat, in which the terms "Whigs and Wing
gerry" are used, and tells our friend ''to dis
card" those terms ''and substitute the more
appropriate denomination Of Federalis. and
Federalism, as we Qhe Union) propose to do"
This is rich enough, and we would advise
Father RITcHIE, if he is at all bilious, to take
Pill recently administered to him upon this
subject by the Alexandra Gazette. Nous Der
rons
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19

ments OF Gen. WoRrH on the West side OF me
town are described as very brilliant. one ior'
taken by Gen. WORTH is said to have been "a
ken and re-taken three several umes--once y
Gen. MEyIA at the point Of the oayohe', sap
turing at the same time 5UO Americans Gnu
s;gh, n;eces Of artillery. Some of their iirst
accounts declare that Gen. WORTH was killed.
From SaltiIlo Gen. AMPupiA wrote 70 ms gov
eminent demanding an investigation OF his
conduct. both before and alter Gen. TAYLOR
presented himself at Monterey. He courts
scrutiny. alleging that .sas the laws OF honor
and the good his country are the only eie-
mepts Of his existence, his mind cannot be
TRANQUIL until the Secretary OF war. the su-
preme government, and the Republic are sat
,sGed with his conduct considered under eve
rv aspect.u This humble letter does not save
him from letter writers. They charge him
with The prossest cowardice and lncompetency.
But we have neither time nor space to-day 70
enter further into the Mexican accounts OF me
battles One thing we must note, however.
1 Almost all their accounts say that they reius-
ed 10 capitulate until we agreed TO salute lneir
flag. and then they boast ostentatiously that
! the Americans did 10 fact salute their nag
Before the two months armsuce expires the
Nex,cans count confidently that SANTA ANNA
Z
will have an army around him winch VIII pre-
vent any further advance of Gen. TAYLOR
The Mexicans have received intelli-
eence tina, our government was about to
send vessels of a larger class against vera
Cruz. This led to an Immed'ae call
upon the troops in the interior to move 10
the defence Of the city and fortress.
From Jalapa we have the address OF
Colonel Savage to his battalion OF Nation
al Guards. Ii is full Of enthusiasm and
alludes to the success obtained by the IN
habitants Of Alvarado over our forces. as
but the prelude to other victories which
await them.
We find numerous military addresses OF
this kind, abiding TO Alvarado. In Jaapa
volunteers are urged TO come forward and
be organised as light troops somewhat on
the plan of "mnute men'-to be ready at
any moment to march TO any point which
NAV be assailed. The enemy evidently
are dreading descents upon the coast, and
are organizing their forces with the spacl-
fic view of repeling them.
Domingo Ibarra writes TO the Secretary
from Puebla on the 18th October that
battalion Of troops styled "Libres de Pue-
bla," part of the National Guard, would
leave that city on the following morning,
on their way to Vera Cruz in conformity
with the orders of the War Department.
From other points, too, troops have gone
| forward TO the same destination.
Ell Indicator of the 22d October has an
article eulogizing Gen. Basadre for bis
skill tao, and judgment in bringing about
the reincorporation Of Yucatsn into the
confederacy, notwithstanding the formula
BILE obstacles which he encountered.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19

Mr.. CLAv.-A letter OF the lot instant from
Frankfort, Ky. to the editor of the Philadelphia
u. S. Gazette, says:
Mr.. CLAY has been here for several DAYS
trying an important viii case from Louisville,
and his closing speech was pronounced BY all
who heard it 10 be one Of the best efforts ofhis
life
| was told that he had made several argu.
ments during the last Fayette Court TO Jurors,
and it seemed as if olden times had returned.
His mental and bodily vein appears strong as
ever, and having just heard the glorious news
from the Old Keystone, he was IN the very
best flow of spirit.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
KING STREET THEATRE.

Pursuantto notice, the King Street Theatre
was opened on Friday evening last the 18th
inst, under the management Of the ''Martins-
burg Thespian Society,"" to a crowded audi
ence OF Ladies and Gentlemen. The play
selected was "Ihe Idiot Iv'aness," a thrilling
Melo-drama, and we but express the uniyer-
sal opinion of the audience, when we say that
the characters Were all admirably, sustained
On Saturday evening, the Society brought out
the beautifulComedy Of" The Midnight Hon :"
and indeed we have scarcely ever seen il play
ed more admirably. As on Friday night, the
House was crowded, the audience testifyng
their appreciation by most respect full and fix
ed attention, and whenever called for, with
rounds ofapplause. We are much pleased to
see the Society start under such favorable
auspices, and hope they may continue to MGR
itand deserve the appreciation and encourage
ment of the Public. We trust King Street
Theatre may continue TO be a place Of pleas
ant and profitable resort to our citizens. The
order was perfect, which speaks well for our
citizens. The scenery is very preuy--and is
the work Of our worthy young townsman,
Mr.. JAMES w. ABLE.
That charming company of Singers, the
Harmonious" were present on both evan.
lngs. and delighted the audience with some OF
their choicest music, Indeed every thngpas-
sed off to the high credit of the Society and to
the pleasure of the audience We understand
that the "Thespian," have some admirable
plays in rehearsalaLd Fhich will be shortly IN
tgoduced
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19

The CANAL AND THE FREsHET-The
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal has not received
as much damage by the late freshet as was
thought it would from the extent and violence
ofthe flood. There has been one consdera-
BILE breach made in the embankment nearly
opposite town, and three or four minor ones
on the two levels below town. The most
damage done the work--at least as far as we
have heard-is The washing ont of the Golfer
dam put up at great cost and labor for the re-
pair Of an injury done Dam No. 4, by the
spring freshet-old Potomac is, therefore, 90
ing ii free and easy around the Dam,-this
however will not prevent navigation being
resumed at an early period We are assured
that navigation may easily be commenced in
10 days or two weeks time.-W illianlsport
Times, Nor T.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
TIE WINGS OF NEW YORK.

The Wings ofNew York are charged with
securing their triumph by temporising with
Anu Rentism. Admit the fact that YOUNG
did receive the Anti Rent support, did he no,
loose Wing votes by III Letthe figures show
The popular vote in the Congressional election
shows a majority of more than t,centu thou
sand for the Whigs-double that given to
YOU'VE. Protection against Free Trade was
the prominent issue-there is no mistake about
this fact-the LocoS know itwell.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19

JupGE OF THE CouRT OF APpEALs.-The
almost universal sentiment of this region points
to JAMES MARSHALL of Winchester, as the
proper person TO fill the vacant seat on the
bench Of the court Of Appeals. Endowed by
nature, and study, with every qualification
for ajudicial station Of this sort, MIR. MAR
STALLS claims stand out pre- -eminent--and
those who know him well, feel confidence
that he would in due time acquire reputation
as jurist but little short OF that Of his llustri.
GUS kinsman, who so long adorned the judica-
ture Of the nation. Wiachestev Rep.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19

Wing over Loco, Is. giving Iowa and Mi
chigan to the Locos jim 1874, Loco over
Wing, 50. Wing gain, SO.
Elections are to be holden for 81 Members
to the 30h Congress.
The U. S. Senate of the 30th Congress, Civ
ing to the Democrats Iowa and Wisconsin,
will stand Dem. So; w. 22-Dem. maj. f6.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19

STRAYEp OR STOLEN, from the premises of
the subscriber, on or about the 18th OF October
last, likely apprentice named Pennsylvania.
Had on at the time of the departure, com
pete drab suit of clothes, somewhat the worse
of wear. There were also in his pockets sun
dry promises TO pay, mostly due in England,
OF no possible use even to the owner A re-
ward of so per cent. in coal and iron will be
paid for the return of the delinquent, before
April next
JAMES BUcHASAr, Secretary Of State.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19

THE LoAS.-The Washington Union says
The five million loan has all been taken
Most Of the offers were at par. The amount
Offered exceeded the five millions asked by the
Secretary.
The loan is said to have been distributed be-
tween New York. Boston, Philadelphia, Ply
mouth, (Mass.) Montpelier, (vt,) Baltimore
Washington, Cd, c., and Charlestown, g.
c.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19

e5-The ''U. s. Gazette" speaking of the
late elections, says, perhaps the people have
been nhuencedby The ram ! and that as moist
weather has very injurious effect upon done
up 0rticles-the Administration must certain
Ily be done up by this time"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

Who among our many country subscribers
indebted to us, win Bring us few cords of
wood Weare much in want of the article
of this time, and hope as our empty pockets
have appealed in vain for money, we shall at
least get rood enough $50 strlkea light" around
our desolate hearths during these cold frosty
mornings.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
THE NEXT CONGRESS.

Elections have now been held in sixteen
States for Members of the 30th Congress-the
Members chosen being about three flths Of
the whole number. The results, so far as we
have been enabled to gather them, are as fol
lowS:-
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
M A SEsUgg G, VA,
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1876.

pnbIished every THURSDAY MORNING
mt $500 In advance, $3.50 within six
months, and $500 after six months.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
FOR CANTON ~. s.I

lAN FOR CANTON, via. SALT
sSE%sMM RlVER.-The "MoDERs Ca
Co., Co.,. "a TO-" Capt WRIGHT, will de-
Ggl part positively on the LIST of Jan
uary next The ultimate destination of the
voyage being very remote, no Young men can
be allowed 10 participate therein. For further
particulars, inquire at the Office of the Atlas,
Albany, or of Col. SALTPETRE, Wall ST.
The above Is from the New York Tribune
GyDemocratlc papers will please copy.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
EECAPlTuLATIoN.

NorE.-Whigs in Roman-Locos in Halle
IN SMALL CAPITALS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-11-19
MICHIGAN.

The Loco Focos have carried the State
electing majority 10 both Houses ofthe Leg
islature, thus securing U. S. Senator in the
place of WooDBRIDeE, Wing, whose term
expires on the 4th of March next-also three
members Of Congress.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31

The Hancock Eagle, of the 17th
inst. notices the arrival there Of Mr..
s. Chamberlain, who left the most
distant camp of the Mormons at
Council Bluffs on the 26th ut, and
on his route passed the whole line of
Mormon emigrants. He says that
the advance company of the Nor
mons, with whom were the Twelve,
had train of one thousand wagons,
and were encampcd on the east bank
of the Missouri River, in the neigh
borhood ofthe Council Bluffs. They
were employed it, the construction
of boats, for the purpose Of crossing
the river.
The second company had cncamp-
cd temporarily at station No. ?,
which has been christencd Mount
PiSgah They mustered about three
thousand strong, and were recruit
ing their cattle preparatory to u
fresh start, 4 third company had
halted for similar purpose at Gar
den Grove, on the head waters Of
Grand River, where they have put
in about 1000 acres of corn for the
benefit Of the people in general.
Between Garden Grove and the
Mississippi River, Mr.. Chamberlain
counted over one thousand wagons
en- route TO Join the main bodies in
advance.
The whole number Of tcaus at
toohed to the Mormon expedition, IS
about three thousand seven hundred,
and it is estimated that each team
will average at least three persons,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31

The following is an extract Of a letter from Mr.
Kendall ofthc Picayunc dated Mntamoras, 30lh
June :-'' From the interior the news il various
aud contradictory. 1t - said tia, portion al
the Mexican infantry has left Lenarcs, for some
point near Tampco, aud very likely such is she
case. The number Of Mexican soldiers at Mon
terey, is known to be small Arisn, whose
course has been sustained By the Government,
is at his hacienda, near that city with few men
only. The number of infantry at Lonares is at
present only 500, with a small force Of cavalry in
tho neighborbool. Gen. Paroles is said to be q,
route for Monterey, with G 600 men-some say
as large a number as s COO. Scouting parties Of
Texans will probably DO sent out as soon as the
roads are in travelling condition; aud then it
will not be difficult to ascertain the full force and
intentions Of the enemy"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31

C0Wiing joHshed.-He igho for The
coming generations. The great reform
broom which has swep. and is being
swept so fercely throughout the world
brushing down old cobweb notions, and
kicking such dust in every quarter
prescribing eaiables, drinkables, weara-
L'os, sleepaJles, and all kinds Of blessa,
bes, has got into " Loves Own Bower"
Counting has been voted down in solemn
conclave ! A resolution "agains, nightly
courtslip' has been recently discussed
in Free VIII Baptist Convention, sit
ting in Boston. and passed unanimously.
A reverend elder lifted up his voice a.
gainsI the irreverend practice of courling,
" the custom Of keeping company ia the
night, after the usual hour of retirement.
is corupling." Nine o'clock is the usual
hour oil retirement. Now, if we under
stand the elder, fellow" may keep
company with gal until the bell rings,
but every moment he remains afterwards
he is guilty Of sin. But let us hear the
reverend genileman's objections in full.
Here they are:--
/. II lowers the dignity of the ma,ri-
monal institution.
2. 1t subjects TO great temptation.
3. 1t disquaIilies the mind for discriu.
mate action. ~
What merchant could you induce to
close a bargain after The fatigue and ex-
element of nights watching Were
he 10 purchase a horse, he would say no
vas not fitting to close the bargain till he
had taken some rest. And il all bust
ness men are 30 cautious as to ,rifling
engagement, how foolish and wicked is
the custom Of nightly watching TO nrgo-
lia,c engagements important as life il
SELF"
The elder reasons like book. We
don't like his idea altogether Of making
courship a business transaction, howev-
or. Il takes away huge slice from the
romance Of tho thing. Now we don't
fancy ibis negotiation for wife as We
would ror horse or quarter OF beef.
I, smachs too much Of the shop. In our
cour'iag lays we did no, think il so We
~ r3ol,gh and wicksl',a hab, VIC hal Of
sitting up o ulghls. !; dep1rts much,
however, on the temperament and mo.
liyes-lhe mora. s.amna Of a man; anil
our elder may have fell very foolish and
wicked IN certain situations, while VIC,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31

CALIFORNIA EMiGRANTs.

CALIFORNIA EMiGRhNTS,
We have received Il deeply inter-
esting letter from a Young friend
who has just returned from the Ter.
ritory Of Oregon, but can only find
space to-day for that portion refer
ring TO his encounter with the Cali
(ornia emigrunts, II contains mat
ter Of moment to those cmbarking
for the plains, and will be read with
avidity. lie says
"We mot the first party Of Cali
fornia emigrants at Fort John, on
the north fork Of the Platte, and the
last company fifty or sixty miles be-
low the south fork-a distance OF
Iabout two hundred and fifty miles
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31

"Thc Mexican government have issued de.
cree, dated June 9th, declaring all goods shipped
into Mexico by the way Of Ma,amoros, previous
To and since It's occupation by the American ar.
my, conCsca,cd and liable to seizure. There is a
provision for tho restoration Of those on which
the duties have been pail. This is decidedly
rich. five are not entitled to the free nayiga.
ton Of the Rio Grand, Bravo del Norc, we don't
know who arc.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31
ITWIN lIWTN'
Mrs. GEORGE BONNER.

Il S1rrow S'rickca H8e,-.The Brook.
Ign Hdreriiser says llat Mrs. lleus,i.,
the wife Of one the men who ran away
with other mems wives from Hampstead
Branch last week, died ON Sunday after
noon Of grief as is supposed for the hus
bands misconduct.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31
BE ssIR AZ.
ID Il. j. Pc A RSON,
Resi- tent Dentist,

On Is his Professional services to The citizens of
Ottawa and vicinity.
TEETH inserted upon gold or silver plate
upon pivot, etc, so as 10 answer all purposes Of
mnStlcltion. Dccaycd Teeth filled with gold,
oliver Or tin foil, Toolh-ache cured without
causing pain, which enables him to save many
ceth that you'll otherwise have to be extract
ID, " MI operations to prove successful, or
no pay. Charges modcraic. Office on La
Sale street, cast Of the Court house.
Jane q, 1915. "
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31

"Ihe three companies Of the Uh infantry.
embarked. The steamboat, the Nova, is in want
of repairs, aud has been ordered to 81. Josephs to
be overhaued. The great quantity of rain which
has fallen mus, necessarily delay the movement
Of the ttoops; any attempt to transport provisions,
munitions Of aar, &c on whe,s, would be at.
tended with great deal Of difficulty. We IN.
derstanJ that the means Of transportation have
been sent for, and that some five six steamboats,
suitable for the navigation Of The Rio Graulc aye
expected very shortly"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31

From the Matamoros Rcveile, June 81.
The steamer Neva, Capt, Stone arrived here
yesterday, having left ReynOsa on Wednesday
last We arc Informed 10y the captain that the
river had fallen full three feet since his upward
trip, still there was water enough for his boat.
which draws three and half feet. Tho health
OF the troops stationed in Reynosa was good, no
cause Of sickness having occurred, except such
as are necessarily incident to camp life.
" The distance ifom Maiamoros 20 RcyEosa BY
the river is one hundred and eighty miles, aud
about eighty by land"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31
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Secoa story, North end of Reddicks
ne0 brick 6bck, on The pu5Hc square.
TERMS.
Two D'tLARs per auHum, if paid in advance .
Two D1LLA0~ Avn tIFrr cLNrs il paid within
six mlnths; and rHHGE DoLLAHs If delayed
until the end OF the year.
Aiyertisc'ncntS inserted at ) per square for
the irst insertion, and p cents Tor each suhsc-
luent insertion. \ liberal discount allowed to
those who advertise by The year.
uTNo paper discontinued initial auearascs
are paid, unless at the opJiGn of the Editors
III Communication, 10 in.ure insertion, must
always be fee u postage, aud accompanied with
the authors name.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1846-07-31

Tie 7iampico Banner. = Col.
Payne arrived at New Orleans on
the 10Th ult., bringing several tro-
phies of the American victories on
the Rio Grande. The Tampico
Banner has excited much curiosity.
Its field, Of tri-colorcd sill,-green,
white and red, is much torn. In tho
centre is embroidered, in the most
exquisite style, the Mexican coat of
arms and the Mexican Eagle. 1t
bears the words "Dattallon, Guarda
Costa, De Tampico." The regiment
over which it waved, has long been
known as the bravest in the Next
can army, but it was cut in pieces
on the Sth and 9th of May.
When all was lost, its bearer tore
i. from its staff, and fled to save it
from the stain Of capture. Such,
however, was not to be its fortune.
The brave man was met by one of
our own troops, aad hand to hand
they fought for tSe prizc-thc Mex
lean nerved by every feeling of pat
riotism, the American by every SEN
timcnt of soldiers ambition. Tho
brave standard bearer bit the dust,
and the precious object of his care
became an object of idle curiosity
in the hands of his enemy. May it
ever be respected among our peo-.
pie, MS the only evidence existing of
the once brave "Battallon de Tam
pico."