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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
1., HccFUNNHy OUI
Harrisburg, August IL, 1S47.
THE MISSOURI COMPROMISES

MT; Buchanan, in a letter to the '.Democracy of
oia DeIks' has declared that there ought to be a
which once saved the Union-and the presses in
favor OF Mr.. b. praise him highly for this determi
nation
MT. Dallas Is rather non-commttal on the sub
Iceland is evidently wavering in reference to the
Wilmot Proviso-but says he will give the oues-
uon careful consideration, and, if necessary, give
another casting vote"
But those who praise the Missouri Compromise,
TAKE care to conceal the credit due to its author
HENRY CLAY.--Winchester Rem
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

Inc London papers announce the death OF Cen
eral Sir George Cockburn, in the eighty fourth
year OF his age. He was second in command Of
the British squadron which visited the waters of
the Chesapeake Bay, under Admiral CocHnASr.
anc volunteered to lead the Detachment of sailors
and marines that accompanied the British military
force, which, in August, 1914, invaded and can
tured the city of Washington.
Inns officer superintendent in person the sackinp
OF the office of the National Inteligencer, the books
and types of which were all destroyed; the build
ing being saved only by the representations of dis
tressed females whose adjoining houses would have
been consumed together with it, The only private
property destroyed in the city was that of the Ed-
tors OF the lntelligencer, who at the present day
are called "British Wings" and are charged with
having given "aid and comfort" to the enemies Of
their country
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

"lt remains to be seen whether his (Santa An
has) return may not yet prove TO be favorable to
"a Pacnc adjustment of the existing difficult
ties. "-Foth's Message, Dec. 8, 1916.
The late news from Gen. Sco,ts army will be
found any thing but Favorable to pacific adjust
ment or the existing difficulties"
IL must be apparent now (says the National In
'el!lgencer) to the bndest worshipper OF Executive
iniallblty that this once peaceful, happy and pros
porous country is embarked on sea Of trouble :"
a sea which at present offers no CLEAN of sunshine.
no friendly haven, and no prospect but gloom and
disas'er'-how or when the sad voyage is to end
the wisest cannot tell.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
SANTA ANNA-wHATHAs BEEN SEEN

President Polk. in his annual MESSAGE NJ De-
cember 7, 1916, said
''When orders were issued to the commander ~
our naval forces in the Gulf. on the 18Th dav ~
May last, only two days after the existence of the
war had been recognized by Congress, TO place the
coast Oh Mexico under blockade he ,cas directed not
10 obst'lct The passage Of Santa .4nna to .nler;co.
Moatd ne return. Ii remains IN be soon
"he'ner his return may not yet prove favorable TO
pacific adjustment Of existing difficulties"
oanta Anna being thus PISSED into Mexico bv
president Folk to laid and comforto the "poor mis-
cradle Mexlcans," let us inquire what we hare
seen OF the things the President told CONGRESS re-
manned ''to be seem"
AZ The battle of Monterey, in September, 1916,
we have seen fue hundred .4Der;rau soldiers Jef,
on the field, killed and counded.
AT the bastle of Buena Vista. in February 1sh7
where Santa Anna commanded, we have seen screen
hundred .american soldiers left on the field k;Ued
and ,Co,u,ded ''''''
Al The battle OF Ceno Gordo, where Santa Anna
also commanded, we have seen sir I,tp1red 9,oer;
can soldiers left on the field. killed and ,coUnded
AT the battle Of Churubusco, where Santa Anna.
with Valencia, commanded, we have seen one tbo,,.
sand ana seventeen american soldiers left on the
held, Killed and 1c0unted
nave seen The loss of these t,centy EIGHT hun
occd ana Seoenteen .fmcricGn soldiers with host
OF Others httted and rounded by this said and com
fort' to the enemy, and still ..it remains to be
seem" as much it did when President Polk sent
In his message last December. whether Santa An
mas return, by MIR. Folks agency "may not prove
i'oIaoie TO pacific adjustment of existing Difficult
'eS' ana III remains to be SEEM" also how much
longer ne may continue the war, organize new ar
mics, and give us battle, and how MANY more =
merlcan soldiers he may kill Cincinnati Gazette
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

MR. STUART's SPEEcH.-It seems that some
people IN Richmond are MORALLY aggreved on ac-
count OF some of MIR. Stuart's remarks before the
Louisa Railroad stockholders We understand
mat his remarks were merely playful, and intend
ed Tor Mr.. James, who had puted Richmond to a
most luacrous degree. Perhaps Mr. James, who,
we are informed complains that the people of AL
mistaken himself and his Roanoke planiation,,
for the city Of Richmond - CharLottesriMe .4d,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

HARD TO BEAT.-A Beet, of the Ttunip spe-
cies. measuring twen,ysix inches in circumference
and weighing seven pounds, has been left at our
Office by Mr. JACOB SNYDER, of this County
We have heard good deal Of Boosting on the part
of our Rockingham neighbors about tall Corn,
Grapes, &c.,-can they match this Beet?
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
A VALUABLE TESTIMONY

We like at all times TO give credit when crcd;, :;
due, and II at the same time we can relieve The Al
.resscd, We ore douby gratiicd we, therefore e;w
enecss o. istar Balsam of Wild Cherry BY the cd
,or OF inc columbia South Carolinian who anncsrs %
nave oo'''"eu great relief from its old dominion,
WlsTAR'S BALsAM OF WILD CHERRY
VIC seldom resort to patent medicines having orc,
IIsPec' Ior me skill of the medical profession Int
france threw INTO our way the above named ncdicnc
ne1Iaely alter the close Of the late session of The
esiSia'9rc when our lungs were almost dried up bv
en- o ngniy rarihed atmosphere of our stove warmed
oa,e mousse. The BalSam Immediately relieved us of
most h'rassiDg cough. which threatened our health
~ = serious degree We feel that are indebted TO
II for some fifteen pounds of animal weight ,vbich ~
o'.ion being once felt cannot be forgotten.
None genuine unless signed l. BUTTS on the wrap-
w. For sale by Wholesale and Retail bv n T.
BbkkELEY and a. d. WREN, in Staunton' aJ i
druggists aad Dealers in Medicines generally in y,
0 Oct, 6, ISf7,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

Locoroco WORCESTERSHIRE LocoCocos
Of massachusetts, have nominated Gen. Caleb
Gushing, now in Mexico, as their candidate
Tor Governor, and Henry w. Cushman for
Lieutenant Governor.
Inc Locos of Connecticut have nominated
Geo. 5. Callin for Governor, and Orrioen S.
Seymour for Lieut.. Governor.
Daniel lIaines is the locofoco candidate
Tor Governor in New Jersey.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

ABDUCTION OF SLAvEs.--A man named James
L. Andrews, who processes to be from Ohio. was
examined In Berryville, Va, on Monday last, for
etnticlng away slaves from their owners. The ey-
idence against him was of pretty positive charac-
.er ana ne was remanded to Jail to await his trial
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

LETTER FROM FATHER MATHEw.-The
following, says the Albany Evening Journal
Is an extract from letter received by gen.
tleman in this city, from Father Matthew, BY
last steamer:
awe are, thank God, in common with your
country cheered by the prospect of an album
dant harvest, and though poverty still broods
over our afflicted country, thanks TO vour
magnificent gifts Of food and money. compa-
ratively plenty gladdens the toiling laborer's
cottage Next spring, God permitting, ! shall
proceed to your glorious Republic, TO give
expression in person to the gratitude that
swells my bosom"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

~, PAINTINGS BY Mr.. BRowN, OF RICHMOND
We are pleased to perceive through the medium ~
our exchanges and private sources. that the panf.
lngs OF Zen. Taylor and Staff together with the
Battlefield of Buena Vista, have been exciting ,
great interest in every city where they have been
exhibited, besides rejecting enviabie distinction
and credit UPON the Artist
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

@'- The Charlottesville Republican contains a
report OF the discussion that took place At tho
meeting Oh the Stockholders of the Louisa Railroad
company. which for want of space we are com
PEELED to omit. The speeches of our townsmep.
Messrs. STUART and Niche, are spoken of in the
highest terms Of praise
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

New JERsEY.-Tbe Wing State Conven.
ton met at Trenton on the 23d ultimo. VIM.
Wright, Of Essex county, was nominated as
the candidate for Governor. Mr.. Wright re-
presented the Essex district in the last Con.
gress.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

orovEs.-Those of our citizens in want Of an
article of this kind should call upon our friend r
+. POINTS, esq, who has now on hand very large
assortment, probably the largest ever offered in
this place. Give him call, and we have no
doubt you will be pleased both with his Stoves,
and his prices
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
.SW a u 81 N O Ns@
WEDNESDAY. OCTOBER 6, 1917.

/ GEOLOGICAL ExHBrTIoN.-On Friday next
there will be exhibited in this place large collec
ton OF wild animals, when those of our citizens who
are DESTROYS of 'sceing the Elephant" can do so
without mourning any risk whatever.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

How WE GOT TEXAS, AND HOW WE GOT
THE WAR.-Mr. John p. Kennedy is adj
dressing series Of admirable letters To the
voters OF the District in which he is candi-
date, in which he exposes the manner the Adj
minis.ration brought on the war with Mexi-
co. He has thus far written four numbers.
IN which he has shown, on the highest De-
mocrallc authority-sucli, for example, as
Gen. Jackson, Mr.. Benton, Mr.. Calhoun and
MIR. Charles J. lngersol, as well as from the
acts of the Republic of Texas
LIST. That TEXAS PRopER-and by that I
mean, THE Texas which reyolted apaiBs,
Mexico and secured her ndependence-did
not extend to the Rio Grande.
I'd. That the treaty of annexation was re-
Jected because II was supposed TO give color
to claim to extend Texas 10 the Rio Gran
de-
I'd. That the Government disavowed any
purpose TO ASSERT A CLAIM to the Rio Gran
de, but on the contrary, desired TO open ne
gotIation with Mexico for the purchase of
that boundary.
9TH. That the Joint Resolutions. upon
winch finally Texas was annexed, carefully
provided against taking any territory that did
not RIGHTFULLY BELONG to Texas.
9th and lastly. That Congress, by the
most explicit act Of legislation, in relation TO
the drawback, announced that the country
included within the new limits Of Texas. and
beyond the old limits, was foreign country
belonging 10 Mexico, and that consequently
the territory on the Rio Grande did no,
SMGHTFULLY BELONG" to the Republic of
Texas.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
WIsTAR's BALsAM OF WILD CHERRY
VI A r r led.

On w ednesday the 29h ut, by the Rev. Mr. Buscv
Mr. oTEPHEN D MOORE, Of AlbcmarIc TO Miss 40 a.,
HESTER daughter Of Zacharah Johnston Of this
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

90 1t is stated on Mexican authority that the
scoundrels composing the celebrated St Patrick's
Legion, Gall deserters from our army and taken at
Churu6usco) were hanged on the 10th September
at San Angel.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

The annexed paragraphs from Boston papers de-
scribe two useful inventions now ON exhibition at
the Mechanics Fair in that city:
BooT CRIMpING MAcnINE.-Amonr the most
useful and ingenious labor saving inventions now
on exhibition al the Mechanics Fair, is machine
for crlmpng boots, which is pronounced by compe-
tent Judges to excel every article hitherto used for
similar purposes. The inventor of this machine is
.Hr JOAN H. 1ucker, poor, Industrious and hard
working mechanic, occupying a small shop on Ca
nal street, near the corner of Thatcher street. where
ne mas one OF them In constant operation. The ex-
pense of the machine is about 500, and is made
with ~ pair OF "yaws" firmly fixed within a
wheel, which Is so constructed rs to make one rev.
oluton every five minutes and turns out'' at each
revolution eleven pairs uppers," crimped in the
most perfect manner. This invention is well wor-
thy the attention of all manufacturers of boots and
the inventor will no doubt reap a rich harvest. as
the fruits of his ingenuity.
MACHINE FOR MAXINE FACE BRIcK.-Amonr
the great variety of specimens of American ingenu-
lty on exhibition at the Mechanics Fair none ex
GELS In utility that above mentioned Brick is an
Indispensable article, and If anything can be invent
ed to diminish the expense and the time consumed
In The ordinary mode of lis preparation for the kiln.
such invention is worthy Of the patronage of all the
small and large capitalists of the country. The
common process is slow one, requiring the en-
poyment of many hands and much division of la
bor This machine receives the clay in two open
tunnels at the top, the clay being just moist enough
III It's natural state for adhesion pulverizes it. and
presses II under plates, forms it in moulds each mo
ton OF the machinery making four BRICKS and turns
out at the rate of thirty thousand in ten hours
The bricks are then in fit condition to place in
the kiln They are not ready in the old way until
they have been dried for two days. This machine
is put into action by steam of about six horses DOW
En- 1t can be set up at small expense, and it neat
IN It's structure and simple in its operation 1t can
be worked by half the number of hands which are
employed to make coarse brick; and is the produc-
ton OF A. Woodward. Worcester Mass
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06

" 10 show what this Locofoco Government
thinks of Foreigners, we give the following copy of
'ne recruiting notice posted in Harrisburg, Pa,
showing that Mr. Polk and his officers do not trust
Foreigners How dare Captain Marcy make such
distinction between native born and adopted cit
zens' II not directed to do so from headquarters
we copy from the Harrisburg Intelgencer the no.
tice as follows:
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
EUROPEAN AFFAIRS

The aspect of affairs on the European Continent.
growing out OF the movement of Austria upon Italy,
grows more and more serious. The world looks
WIN surprise, yet with profound interest and ad-
miraton, upon the unexpected outbreak of The spri,
oil liberty IN Italy, not in the feverish exciements
OF popular commoton, or the spasms of an i'll orpa
nlzed revolution, but under the high authority of
the Church and the sanction and guidance Of the
"overnment--both represented by Pope Plus TX
The London correspondent of the New York
'ournai of Commerce sums up with breviiy the
prominent items relative to this great European
difficulty, which is likely to lead TO such important
consequences, sooner or later. He writes under
date of September the third
"Austria holds her armed possession Of Fcrror,
and is rapidly moving large army upon I,aly.-
The subjects of his Holiness, Pope Plus tx, are
organizing to resist the invaders The Pope IS
firm. lie had refused the arbitration of other now
ers. knowing full well that France is the slave of
Aus'ria--not the people of France, but Louis Phil
lippe, his dynasty and cabnet-and that Justice
could not be expected from any congress in which
Austria, Prussia and France would be dominant
ana, OF course, three TO one against England In
this determination the ponfcal government is
right, and the Liberal cause in Italy placed in
more favorable condition.
France rs playing a foolish game Austria has
been allowed to massacre the Poles in Galica that
Spanish princess may I've married to a son of the
citiZen king. The same despoc power is now
endeavoring toput down the infant struggles for
liberty in Italy, and France dare no, interfere or
Austria will realate and shut out the succession of
the Duchess de Montpensier from the throne of
Spain. Mark my words France will yet de-
mand restoration of her former right to interfere
IN Italian affairs and, if refused, reribuon will be
exac,ed from Louis Philippe, or his heirs.
All sympathy that man men can give, has
been given by the people and the press of England
in favor Of the ruler of the Vatican The British
Government have protested TO Austria, and if a
cds'hs beti, should arise Lord Pamerson isjust the
man for the difficulty"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
1916. lS47 Increase
Free goods s7l.517 S326.5I7 S255 O00
Du'laoie goods ,316,5l6 2,3l6,95l 970435
y. 1AI8.O33 2.G13 1Ga 1 80 1os

Total mel. I,4I6,U33 X,613.4GS .225. A35
These goods were purchased when Flour was at
$40 per bbl., and Corn Meal at So, and will be
paid for with Flour at s. per Dbl, and Corn Meal
at $3.50 or So. But these articles will not pay our
debt on the other side of the water, and our specie
must go out.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
WANTED,-5O VOTING MEN

r, Are wanted immediately to serve IN the Light
Companies of the lst, ID, Sd and 18th u. S. Arlil-
lery. None need apply but Native Citizens who
are active, able bodied, and at least feet inches
IN height. These companies are Mounted, and will
receive IN addition TO all the allowances given to
olher soldiers, the pay of Dragons. Those Young
Americans who have desire to serve in favorite
corps OF our Army, where all their comrades will
oe y."'loe DOR" 'a"ericans, have now opportuni-
tty by applying at the Recruiting Rendezvous
In Harrisburg or PotsvilIe, under command Of
X. b. MARCY, Capt 5lh Infantry.
u..., Recruiting Officer.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
HOW THE NEW TARIFF WORKS

We take the following paragraph from the com
mercial column of the New York Tribune:
The amount of Goods imported and entered at
the Custom House at this Port, exclusive of those
sent to the Warehouse and the amount of duties
paid during the week ending on the 9th inst. com
pared with the same period last year, were as fol
lows:
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1847-10-06
OFFIcE OF THE HERALD AND TRIBUNE. ,
MOBILE. Saturday morning.) Sept 25. {
IMPORTANT FROM MEXICO

The brig OscEoLA, Capt. Smith, arrived at
Pensacola on the evening Of the Dist inst, within
five days from Vera Cruz We are indebted to a
passenger from Pensacola for Vera Cruz .Sun of
Anahuac," Of the 10th, and also for a letter from
Pensacola All the news they contain is published
below. Verbally we are informed that there had
also been revolt at Pueba, and that Scott there
and in the city of Mexico had lost at least two
thousand men.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1847-02-02
Congressional Nom,n.,,.,,.

| TEosAs s. BococK, ESQ. OF Appoma,,ox received H.
nomination Of the LOcOioeo District Conven,o, ,,h,.1
me-" r-"'s on IhS 3'h inst against several eompe-
tiios-smong them Mr.. Adolphus D. Read of Iy,cbhn,s
and Mr.. James w. Boudin end senate, n.,oI. - Go
lotto The nomination is, suspect as strong . an. =.
could have been made The Wings will therefore
inc necessity OF harmony union and cnerg, II they would
eei eohheen' they can, carry the district In MIR.
"'"' - irving 'hey have candidate, who IT, in every
respect worthy OF their sursges-one in whose hands h
may safely eonfdo the trust for which h.. 4. , I,i,
we sincerely nope that may have the pleasure three
months hence OF ehronieng his election.
tho to the meeting Of the Loeooco Convention a, Farm
'' VIC hau neafd 1t s1rmised that its nomination would
P"oaey DC given 10 another individual II was apprc
hended that Mr. Bocock rather too much tnc,urcd
with Calhounsm-whch is now yen,raIiv ,..,,lI - a :
synonyme OF "impraeucsby" or at all events of infe,
o'o hosuiv to Caucus and Conventional nomination.. IN
regard to the PreJidsney as well as to nfeor o;.s
But We suppose Mr. b. satisfactory assurances. of his
oTA'doEy on this important point whispered that
pledges will DO required generally of the Locofoco Con-
e'esonai nominees, that they will not rebel against the
decision OF the Baltimore Contention " n. cn1i
ton OF the support OF the party In that event there
must DC elther Tecanauons presume or ostracsui i'm
some OF the Districts. Mr. Calhoun last winter took de-
eided ground against the Conventional mode OF nonna
ing fresidonua candidates. and it has been understood
that ms friends would sustain him this positon-an un
dss'andng which has derived confirmation from the sue
eessful opposition of the twentyirce at tho p,,s.n,
session OF the Legislature, the Caucus nominee for a.
5 Senator, Most of the friends of Mr.. Calhoun in Viz,
sina' Except ia three four eountes occupy critical
position They are Colonels and Captains without sol,
diers They constitute fragment of the party IN
wheh most oil them arc leaders, far office may cnti
tie them to that apPcllauon Hence the timd,,y which
they generally exhibit, and the facility with which, when
they have been hard pressed they have generally surre
dered at discretion" They have been content for the
sake OF getting the Offices tina, tho Ola IIunkcrs should
control the machinery to the movements OF which they
arc always obodont except when nomna tons are 10 be
MADE To them they think they preomuen,ly eHti-
ea' ana assuedy' IN Virginia they nave been rcmaka-
DIV successful when the meagrcness OF the rank and e
is considered in carrying of the honors from the larger
wing OF the party Whether they will take tho pledge
which is understood TO be IN preparation FOG ,he prepa
atoIy TO the Spring canvas. shall know hrrcaftcr