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The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17
Latest from CarrOIl!!
7, AM MPS! LAMPS

NATES g. CoSPER are prepared to Enighten
i the town OF Lancaster and surrounding coun-
try by the arrival (via Carroll,) Of fine assort-
ment of Solar Stand Lamps-swinging and side
do, Plated candlesticks sc. &c.
N. B. Extra Globes, Shades and Chimneys al
ways on hand.
ioncaster Noyember A. l847 26.
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Valuable Real Estate for sale

ADJOINING LANCASTER.
r WILL sell at private sale So 46-i0O Acres Of
i Land lying in rear Of Stanbery's Garden. North
east OF Lancaster, being Lots Nos. 2 q 10 ID ihs
Partition OF the Baldwin Estate. These two Lots
lie together and for situations fertility and almost
every other advantage, they form one Of the most
valuable tracts OF lhAd In the County.
Terms moderate. Apply soon
NJ a. DAuGHERTg.
Lancaster, July IS, is47. II
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VHIMnbLe REiH Property

A S Executor ofthe Estate OF AMOS RICE, de-
~ ceased, late of Madison Township, Fairfield
County. Ohio will sell, at private sale, the val.
liable GRLST MILL of the deceased, together
with about TEN ACRES GLAND.
The Mill is situated upon Clearcreek, one ofthe
finest mill streams in the county about eghtme'
southwest of Lancaster and about four miles from
Amanda, ItIhas two tun of Burrs and is in excel
lent repair
1t is a desirable property for any person wish
ing to purchase aud the terms will be moderate
For further particulars apply to
CALEB HEDGES, Executor.
November g. l847 26u
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Gall and See,

NATES g. COSPER have just received new
VI supply of those fine WATCHES which they
are selling at such prices as viii astonish every one
Tallmadge House, October %, l847.
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Estate of John Gilmore.

NOTICE is hereby given that the subscriber
~ has been appointed and qualified as Admin.
istrator on the Estate Of JoHE GILNoRE. deceased,
late OF Walnut Township. Fairfield County Ohio
GEORGE GILMORE, Adm'tor.
November 5. l847 4w96"
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17
Looking Glass Plates.

CATES g. CoSPER, (ipthe Tallmadge House)
" are prepared to furnish Looking Glass Plates
Of all sizes, from by 10 inches to Is by &c inches,
at very low prices.
Lancaster, June 25 1B47.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17
RheuInalism,s Friend.

HNHE genuine India Rubber Porous Strength
ing PlBster-a certain remedy for Rheuma-
tism in either the back, breast side or limbs. as
wo as internal weakness, which not all the wealth
Of Jonn Jacob Astor can equal. The above is for
sale by GEORGE KAUFMAN Agent.
Lancaster Nov. %, l847. 3w29.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17
Silver Ware.

Unable, Desert and Tea Spoons. Salt, Mus.
Il tard and Cream do. Butter Knives &c. also
the Real German Silver Table & Tea Spoons.
For sale by GATES & COSPER.
June l8, lS47.
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Estate Of John Lear.

NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber
~ has been appointed and duly qualified as
Executor of the Estate of John Lear, decd. late
OF Fairfield county Ohio.
HARvICK LEAR, Executor.
November 5, 1887 4w26."
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17
NEW FIRM.

NE7E have this 9th day of November, A. D
Wv l847, purchased the entire STOCK Oh
GOODS from G. A. FLEMING, and will continue
the mercantile business at the Old Stand i'll Ii
thopolis, under the firm of
J.F.&R. S. FLEMING.
December II, l847. 4w32
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READY MADE OLoTHINa

of all qualities and patterns. for sale very low,
Consisting Of Cloaks. Oyer.Coals. Black and Blue
Frock and Dress Coats. Pants. Vests. Shirts,
Bosoms, Stocks. SefAdiusters, ,Handkerchols.
Gloves Collars, Drawers, Uuder.Shits, and
Trimmings OF all kinds and descriptions.
They also feel Themselves competent aud pre-
pared 10 CUT and MAKE To ORDER upon the
SHORTEST NOTICE aud in the most fashionable
manner. CLOTHES OF all KINDS.
Gentlemen would do we'll to call and examine
their stock before purchasing elsewhere as il will
amply compensate them for their trouble.
SMITH & TONG.
Lancaster, November 5, l847. 20
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THIRTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS!
1900 DOAS. 10000 Dolls.

Amounting to $780, 500 Dollars. Tickets only $40.
CLARKE sold in the month OF August, 1847,
the whole of $50, 900, and the whole of $40.
900.
CLARKE sold. during the month of November
l847, ~ CAPITAL PRIZES OF $1,000, 5000
$500, S4OO, $500, 5000, &c.-and, not having
sold any of the LARGE CAPITALS, is confident thai
he will sell seeeral of the Splendid Capitals toI
the month Of December.
EYORDERs for Certificates or Pack dges, Sin.
gle Tickets and Shares in any of the above
SCHEMES, addressed to the undersigned, will
receive to most prompt attention, aud an account
of each Drawing forwarded as soon as it is receiv
ed. Address, Postage Free,
JOHN NJ CLARKE, Richmond. Va.
December 10, l847. 81
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ren and adults. with entire impunity. The mate
rlals used III the preparation are OF the best quality,
aud NAV be relied on as, in every respect, PvRE
ASD GENUlNE ARTICLE. Families would no doubt
promote their comfort aud health bv keeping a sup
] ply in the season OF Colds.
The propretos, IN addition 10 what has been said,
respectfully refer 10 ihs certificates from highly
spectacle sources, on the wrappers OF the Candy,
and Others, published in pamphlet lorS. and in the
CITY papers
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The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17
Farm for Rent.

r WILL LET or RENT my Farm, in Walnut
Il Township, lying between Millersport and
Thornville, in the Refugee Tract. The farm con-
tains 900 Acres of Land-lOO Acres cleared.
Possession given any time from now until the
first of April Terms will Unreasonable.
DAVID KELLER.
November 3 1847. 6w26F
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.IeWelrY.

StOME of the finest specimens of Jewelry ever
y brought to Lancaster, among which may be
found Cameo Pins, single stone do. Bracelets,
Chains, Pencil cases, Finger rings, Ear rings Min
iature Cases, Hair Ornaments, Guard and Fob
KEYS. Gold aud Silver Thimbles, &c. Cheap for
cash at GATES & COSPER'S.
Lancaster June 10. 1874
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17
Attachment Notice.

A T my instance, writ Of attachment was
IN this day issued by H. B. Apt, Justice OF
the Peacs for Liberty Township, Fairfield County,
Ohio, against the Goods, Chattels Rights Credits,
Moneys and Effects Of James W. Mullenx, an
absconding debtor.
L. HELMTCK.
November 80, ls47. 4w30-
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WYElNN@MGo

MARRIED-On Sunday morning, the 5th inst
by the Rev. A. J. Weddel, Mr.. VIM. LYNCH,
of 1arlton, and Miss CATHAR INE HARTMAN,
Of this town.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17
LANCASTER, Friday, December i7.'is47.

ER-We have received no late reports OF Mar
kets. Buyers in town, are giving, we learn, from
81 to $50 for Pork. This is as muchas is given
in any of our neighboring towns.
CHILLIcorHE, December H.
The price of Wheat is 9O093c, Four retails at
$500. Corn 90 in the ear, 25 cents; shelled:0ats
25c; Barley 4O045c; Fhxseed 70075c.; Beans
5O062 cents; Lard. 5 cents; Bacon, Hogs round,
cts. Hogs $202,5O.
$202,55 99 100 lbs. are offered for Pork, the
latter according to our reporter, being the highest
price that eau be had tor good Hogs. But few
contracts have been made, in part owing to the
unfavorable weather .-Gazette.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17

NAMrLY GRoCERIES---such ar
ID Coffee, Rice, Molasse', Chocolate, Teas, Su
gar, New Orleans, Havana, &c. All Of the very
finest quality. constantly on hand, and for sale by
BURY & BECK.
Lancaster, July 9, lsi7.
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LithOpOIis Academy.

I6 pounds prime N. d. Sugar
W EOB ONE lDOlNA@9e&l
A T the Cheap store Of
~ WISE g. HILLARD.
Lancaster, December 10, l847 81
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NHOI9SSeS.
rRESH ARRIVAL.

WV f are this day, opening large lot Of DO
w MESTIC G o ID s, such as Flannels,
Checks, Tickings, Muslins. Cotton Yarn, Cotton
Batting, &c. All of which will bo sold cheap aad
no mistake WISE 81 HlLLARD.
Lancaster, December 10, l847. 81
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17

Blank Summons
7or sale atthe Gazette,& Express Once
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17

Lancaster, November 5, ls47. 20
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1847-12-17

Sole Agent for Fairfield County.
OFFlCE-Giesy's Small White Frame Build
ing, three Doors Fast Of the Swan Tavern, Main-st,
Lancaster, Ohio, October, 29, le47. 6m25
The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-02-02

cultivation aud improvement this great branch of industry
can be completely renovated
The recent removal OF oppressive restrictions
foreign trade and the rapid progress of liberal principles OF
commercial intercourse among nations open 70 the agrcu
ural labor of the whole country prospects of greatly in
creased wealth and prosperity In these benefits section
should share more largely than State. We have
soil of easy cultivation great natural fertility abound
ing in the staple productions the climate and easily ac-
cessble the markets of the world Under due cultivation
II VIII yield overlooking rewards the toll husband
man, al the same time stimulating all the pursuits of labor,
increasing population, and swelling the general wealth OF
the State.
u may here express my sincere qualification at the
cessul impulse which has been given manufacturing
dustry IN our northern county entertain doubt, that
the newly adopted revenue system of the general govern
which are and satisfactory other pursuits plac ed
ITS interests upon the only permanent basis"
Fully approving, as certainly do ofte leading measures
Or inc present national administration yet it would be
pugnan 10 my feelings and inconsistent with my views
proprey to enter here into discussion of poll
tics. The usual political campaign has surely urnishod
nincien season for tho indulgence of party Alter
the decision OF the majority has been constiutonaly
pressed and strife longer avail any proper purpose
the well disposed of all parties seek in the tranquil
pursuits oil ordinary life, and in the renewal OF kindly dis
positions, necessary relief from the ovcrheatcd excite
ients and anlnoses but too often incident cleo
tons Certainly then, would be impulse of patriotism
la would move stir up airesh the cnbers OF
discod. Much less would il become indulge my
SELL or TO arouse in others feelings of partisansp,
occasion so eminently adapted manifest the glory and
excellence OF these fundamental institutions OF political
system, which all alike admire and seek the
only foundation and guaranty of rational liberty
such occasions should rather soften the asperes
resulting from party organizations and promote thai
good wi and mutual interest which should bind together
members oil one Commonwealth who boast OF the same
honorable political origin, and look forward the
glorious political destinies.''
The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-02-02
Delaware.

The new governor, William Tharp, was sworn into
once on the 10th instant presence of both branches of
the general assembly The following are extracts from
his inaugural address:
Inc equalizng processes of republican society have
gradually broken up the large landed estates of former
me and our lands have fallen in smaller parcels into the
hands oil those who themselves till soil who in be-
coming its possessos have acquired pc rnanent in
IT'S producnycness Hence decidedly forward movement
has been exhibited by our farming Glasses within
years past But the suggishness mpovershment and de-
cay still visible in many places, show that agriculture
yet abors under the depressing effects of the old
large andhodng, and claim for it the attention of
the general assembly. Whether any, and what measures
of relief within the sphere OF legislative action mat
for much consideration. II may be- that by ibe raj
of legislation towards oar farming interest and
peciay by directing the education of the young in
spre love of agricultural pursuits exciting careful
study Of the of the soil and of the best modes
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1t must be source of great qualification to the mem
Der from Tennessee, and of pride to his constituents
see their representative supported in his ribad language,
and most disparagng reflections upon Mr.. Polk, the
President of the United States, by this anti American
gan OF the tory interests of Great Britain.
Byhe-by, the journal, whilst it does justice to
the United States in relation to last tariff law, and to
the Secretary OF the Treasury is unjust to intimate
that we have but followed in the footsteps of Great Brit
am fogets that for 80 years the doctrine of free trade
has formed the creed of large portion of the republican
party that the Secretary has supported that principle long
before there any prospect at its adoption in England
10 come nearer home, the Times forgets that, eight
months ago. it was the supporter of the high protective
system; that Mr. Peel Ito whom too much honor cannot
be awarded for throwing off the shackes OF preudice)
was at the head of the party and that in his grea,
speech recommending free trade, he quoted and voted
upon Mr. Walkers report as one of the greatest recon-
mendations for the great revolution in ENGLAND
The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-02-02

Late letters have just been received at Washington
from the army, down to the It'll January, from Vic
toria, in Mexico They state that Brgadier Gen
eral Qutman had on the goth December, occu
pied the city Of Victoria, the capital of the State Of
Tamaulpas The enemy had body of some 500
cavalry in the town with its advanced picket at Santa
Eugrace; but ii fell back as General Qutnan ap
preached, and is understood to be Jaumare in the
direction of lula. At Tula there is strong division Of
observation under the command of Gen. Valencia,
An examination of the mountain pass leading to lula
shows that il is entirely impracticabe for artillery OF
wagons Such is also believed to be the character OF the
Santa Barbara pass which opens in the direction OF Tam
plco.
General Taylor arrived at Victoria with the division Of
Brig. Gen Twggs on the 18th January, and Joined
the same day by the force which Major Gen Patterson
conducted from Natamoros The force then collected
Victoria is than 5000 strong, in excellent health
and in capital condition for service.
1t there unoficially known that Gen. Scott was
then in the country under orders from the government
Gen. Taylor would propbaby remain at Victoria, unit
he should hear from Gen. Scott and determine what dis
position to make of the troops
The reconnaissance of the mountain passes leading &c
Labadores completely successful, so far as to de-
termne the character of the routes, Sc 1t is with regre
learn that the return of the party to Llnaes the
escort attacked in difficult pass OF the mountain
and the baggage and ten of the guard cut of
cape and may yet regain the army The officer and non
commissioned officer of the guard in arrest, anc
the former under charges No blame can possibly attach
to Lieut. Col May, who commanded the escort, for this
unfortunate occurrence.
Newspapers had been received from the city OF Mex
leo the 10th OF December which date the Congress
had taken action in regard to the the election
of President The country to be says one of the
etters in very distracted condition, and the tone Of the
public press more responding than heretofore.
letter has also been received from Tampco, stating
that the writer had Just arrived from Tamaulipas where
he left General Taylor General Patterson, General Pill
low and General Quitman, with their various commands
amounting to six thousand men, He had very hazard
and fatguing trip from Victoria to Tampico, and
had pass the line of the Mexican cavalry twice the
road He reports large force Of the Mexcans at lula,
between which and Victoria there almost impassa
BILE range OF mountans) under the command of Generals
Valencia, Urea, Fernandez, Romero, Lorbarre, and
Monte Negro, amounting to about eight thousand men,
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Congregational.

In the Senate to-day, resolution was adopted request
inc the President TO commuaicate such information il
be possession of the executive departments in relation Il
the importation of foreign criminals and paupers as h,
NAV deem consistent with the public interests Tn,
three million bill was then taken up, and its object and
the probability Of accomplishing that object briefly ex
nained by Mr. Sewer, the chairman OF the Committee
on Foreign Relations Mr.. Miller followed in speech
Of considerable LENGTH animadverng upon the conduct
If the administration in reference to the war, well
its financial policy. Mr. Berren submitted an amend
en which he designs offer to the BILL and its further
consideration postponed until Thursday The Sen
ate then passed the bill to provide for the sale of the cop
per lands belonging to the government in Michigan and
Wisconsin and after executive session, adjourned.
The House passed the bill making appropriations for
the support of the military academy for the year ending
June 80 1915 The civil and diplomatic appropriation
hill was discussed in detail in Committee OF the Whole,
pending which discussion, motion, the committee rose
and reported and the House adjourned
The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-02-02

The military and citizens of Washington turned out
oday, TO pay funeral honors to the memory of Lieut.
Srahan, Of the regular army from this city, who perish
cd at Monterey and TO the remains of Lieutenant Boyle
one OF the volunteers from Washington who died his
return home The gratitude of their country honors the
memory of these gallant soldiers.
The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-02-02

PRoPHEcY-ANNExATIoN The following extract from
letter written by Mr. Jefferson, in 1885, will tell just
"Our confedeacy must be viewed the nest from which
all America, north and south, is to be peoped We should
take not To think for the interest OF that gea
continent press too the Spanards These coun
tries be in better hands NV fear is that they
too feeble hold them lour population be sufficiently
advanced to gain it from them, piece by piece"
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A Monument to Decatur.

We have great pleasure in laying before our readers
the subjoned letter upon this interesting subject which
we have received from distinguished member of Con
eress, with whom differ political matters, while
holding his character and ability in high respect Among
the many brilliant which adorn and illustrate the
history of gallant navy that Of Decatur is justly
garded by our whole people with peculiar enthusiasm
His character was noble model of naval heroism. His
patriotism emnently chivarous. He has lett IN his
achievements inspiring example to those who have
succeeded him in the commands of our navy. lie was
preur chevaier. He exhibited in all his achievements
that bold and brilliant enthusiasm which becomes ou
navy especially this time, and which is the great
OF the glory which navy has acquired among the
nations of the world. monument to such man is
emnenty appropriate. 1t will be at once trophy OF
patriotic gratitude and an incentive to patriotic effort
and daring. The plan proposed meets our cordial con-
currence
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30, 1917.
DEAR SIR You are of the fact OF the removal
in October last, of the remains Of Commodore Decatur
from the family vault of Colonel Bomord, at this place
to St Peters church yard in Philadelphia When this
took place. the idea suggested OF constructing suit
able monument over the grave. Some gentlemen were
requested to make the necessary arrangements, and
subscription opened About seven hundred dollars
have been contributed To complete the structure, IS
estimated that twenty-five hundred will be required, and
plan adapted to that estimate is deposited at the
Capitol One OF the subscription papers Is IN the hands
of Mr. Mehan, the congressional librarian. Il is proba-
BILE that the good people Of Washington. and especially
officers OF the navy, OF which Commodore Decatur was
brilliant ornament, might desire to unite in this patriotic
object few words from your pen in the Union, call
ing public attention to the circumstance if liable TO no
objection your part, would, am sure, have happy
effect
take the liberty enclose of the subscription pa
pers, merely to show how the undertaking was COM
menced.
SOur Country, Right Wrong"
The remains of the late Commodore Stephen Decatur
be removed from the private vault of friend Wash
fngon the cemetery attached to St Peters Church. in
the city OF Philadelphia
Mrs Decatur has consented that the arrangement which
has been long contemplated shall be made this time
committees charged with the duty, desire ascertain how
far they be enabled the probable wishes OF the
navy and the country the construction of suitable
ument,
This paper is submitted for signatures with respectful
request that be extensively circulated and returned
OF the committee
CHARLES STEWART u. s. N.
j. X. INGERSOLL,
FRANCIS GURNEY SMITH,
GEORGE CADWALLADER.
Pull. nII FILA Sent. 81. 1916.
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The Washington correspondent of the New York
Journal OF Commerce" doubts the accuracy Of our in
formation in relation to the person to whom General lay
Tor addressed his last letter The Journals correspondent
undertakes to say, that it not written to General
Ganes We undertake to say that the writer is mista-
ken and that Gen. Gaines admits the fact in his own
letter to the Secretary of War
The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-02-02

The northern papers continue to TEEN with rmors
from this city that the Mexican Congress has passed
resolution declaring their willingness to receive minis
ter of the United States to treat of peace The
again afoat in our streets to-day We have
made the necessary inquiries to day through official
sources and we cannot find the slightest authority
confirmation of such statement
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The Pnblic Printing,

We understand that contracts for the first four classes
Of the public printing this day awarded TO Messrs
Wendell and Van Benthuysen, of Albany, New York
and that for the 5h class, TO Messrs Tippin Sueeper
OF Pennsylvania