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The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-05-18

The late arrivals al New Orleans,
state that Gen. Taylor is at the Walnut
Springs, and will mt move towards San
Luis Pn,osI until sufficient number of
the new recruits arrive 10 fill the
vacancies OF the twelve months voIun.
teers, the term of many of which will
soon expire, and i, is probable that
many Of them will return home.
We notice that Gen. Gushing has ap~
pointed Capt Stephen Hoyt, Don Carlos
Francisco Galbert, and Capt P c Shan
non, a commission to make judicial ex.
aminaions, as magistrates, in Matamo,
ros and its dependencies, in which
citizen OF the United States may be
party-two Of them to form court, and
an appeal to lie to the commandant.
Gen Gushing has received an order
from Gen Tay flor, directing him to call
npon the alcaldes of Matamoros, for
The Proportion of that department of the
decentralization for the destruction of
public property Of the United States by
Mexican robbers. Ii is S47 500, and
can be Iquidated in mules at ego head;
beef cattle al $40, or corn at $3 per
fanega Is bushels.) The alcaldes were
10 confer with tie authorities of other
towns as TO the amount of taxable pro.
periy in their several districts, to serve
as data in fixing the proportion of each.
The Quarter. master would receipt for
all that may be foikec over.'
1t is estimated that the number Of men
which will be required to garrison Next
CO. in the event of peace not being
conquered, at forty seven regiments. or
40 600 men, to be stationed as follows:
one regiment at Tampeo, one in Vera
Cruz. two al Jalapa. six IN Puebla. six
teen in Mexico, three in Victoria, one
n Matamoyos, three in Oaiaca, three in.
Guanajuato, three in Zacatecas. four in
San Luis Potosi, three in Durango, tw0
il chihuahua, one in Sallillo, and five in
Guadalajara.
The expense of maintaining This ar.
my, the editor of the Matamoros Flag
sets down at els 600 600 per annum.-
He estimates a revenue from the new
tariff Of Sl3 600, 600, and recommends
the imposition of direct tax on the
town in our possession Of 81 900, 000;
thus leaving surplus in the treasury
instead OF drawing from it.
He further estimates, II permanent
possession should be kept OF the country
hat the sale of the public lands, by en-.
immigration from the United
States and Europe, would annually a.
mount to more than onc-fourlh OF the
above sum.
Col. Harney's charge is described In
he Eagle as the mos, brilliant act OF the
'atile 81 Cerro Gordo.
Mrs. Hart, favorably known as an
lc,Iess IN this city in ls35-'S6, and at
he ST. Charles theatre, New Orleans
wo winters ago died recently al Vera
rug,
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-05-18
We take the following Improvement

from Boston paper:
sOne of the curiosites in the city OF
Notions, is the Elastic Baby Jumping
Store in Sudbury street, near Court ST.
IL is daily visited by crowds o! anxious
mothers, and the result must be a very
gre,,t Increase OF domestic comfort. The
refractory little cherub is harnessed into
the Jumper, aid set in mo'i"n; the more
II jumps the more il wants 10 jump. and
the better il likes il. The time Is not
far distant when sqlalling babies will
invariably be put into the Jumper, as a
paci6er, and the old practice OF hushing
a nd humping become extinct in the nur.
sery.'
This Improvement should be patrons
ised by one Of the hne steamers that
run the Alabama. II one OF the paci.
fiers had been aboard sholt time since,
it would have caught one title s9asl'ssg
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-05-18
Treasury of History.

The Sd number of this highly valua,
bic work has come to hand, containing
lis valuable Historical informp'ion.-
Persons wishing 10 procure. really, the
Key of Ancient History, would do well
10 obtain this work. Published by
DANIELsADEE, 10Y Fulton street, New
York-pr.ce s. year.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-05-18

The Steamboat Winona was sunk last week at
Wilson's Landing on the Warrior River, on her
downward trip from Tuscaloosa, being total less.
The Union struck snag near White Horse Bend,
about 2s miles above Mobile, sinking with large
cargo. Among the freight was the Machinery I r
the Tuscaloosa Manufacturing Company. The
Union makes the fourth boat lost in the Tuscaloosa
trade this season.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-05-18
wETUMPKA, MAY ls. le47.
Democratic Nomination.
For Governor. >
Reuben Chapman,
of Marshall County.

We will publish in our next paper the
Report of the Commissioners, giving
the names, ages, &C.. of the Convicts in
the Alabama Peniicntiary, from The lst
of December 1916, TO December 1916.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-05-18

The Merchants OF this place have
been receiving their extensive stocks of
Spring and Summer Goods for the las,
week or so. The attention Of the com-
mnni,y, and Of the Ladies particularly
are called toihe advertisement OF Messrs.
HEARD q DUE, of their large, splendid
and fancy stock OF goods.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-05-18

We would call the attention OF per-
sons who are desifous of investing
money in valuable Real Estate, to the
advertise of the Exc cutors Of Mai.
BEENE. There are some valuable
lands belonging TO this Estate, and pere
sons who are DESTROYS OF procuring fine
bargains would do well 10 attend on the
I'd Monday 10 June next, the day of sale
There are some lots in Wetumpka thai
are valuable and favorably located to in
duce persons to buy; there are two sit
uated Immediately above the Store o.
w. Langermnn, 10 which We would cal
the attention Of capitalists.
The State guard. [volume] (Wetumpka, Ala.) 1847-18??, 1847-05-18

We have received no news of any Importance
from the seat Of war, since our last ssue--what
we have, has not been of sufficient importance for
US to issue extras. Ii is rumored that Santa Anna
has been taken prisoner by his own men, but we
place but little confidence in the repott
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
THF RICHMOND ENQUIRER.

suffer themselves 10 be used up by unayaIliDs ana
Icebc efforts made malapros But is it. as have
heard, that ii is not your intention 10 run one OF
your Strong men in The approaching election, but
TO place before The district one OF your little poll
ticians, who will be satisfied, amply satisfied,
with the honor OF running for Coneres' You
have tep such among you, and public attention
is already turned TO them. | cannot believe the
Wing parry of this district will descend 10 SO
petty and paltry game.
Having now reviewed the circumstances I'M
der which Judge Bayly has been twice elected 10
Congress- | would ask you TO contrast, (tur
noble example sci you by The Democratic party)
The course of the Democratic party with that of
the Wing.
II will be recollecled, after The retirement OF
the venerable Basseli, Mr. Coke was elected to
represent This District in Congress. Mr.. Wise
was brought out in opposition TO Mr.. Coke, the
candidate Of the State Rights and Democratic
party. MIR. Coke was both an able and popular
man in the District nevertheless, he was twice
defeated by Mr. Wise, after trO unsuccessful ef-
forts ON The part Of The Democratic party. II
was conceded that the Districts concurred in po-
lilcal opinion with MIR. Wise and no feeble and
unavailing efforts were made afterwards 10 de-
feat him or harass him. Has not Judge Bayly
twice succeeded under more uniavorable crcum-
stances than Mr.. Wise did And, ask, will the
Wing party ACT less masnanimousy less gener-
ously, towards HIM, than The Democratic party
did to Mr.. Wise2 Judge Bayy has been twice
fairly elected 10 Congress, and it seems ungener-
Gus to be thus eternally harassing him with un-
availing opposition. can never believe no,
never, that The liberal and intelligent portion OF
the Wing party will unite with those busy politi-
clans who are ever ready 10 eyclaim with Mil
toms Satan, il this mode Of warfare is not vic
tory, il is al least revenge. \.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
RICH MOND. VA
Tuesday Morning, February 9. ls47.

We have no room this morning 10 cIitcise inc
Wings very lame efforts 10 prove The incoh>'''
,ency between Democratic professions anu p''"-
ciples We are overwhelmed with con'hou'ons
from the various counties, which must ma place
in our columns. and which curtai our own PIT
yi,eoes. Hereafter we may take up the gauhle''
for The present, we have only 10 say that such
,aunts come most strangely from party WHICH,
in 1910, according 10 one OF their aoles leaders,
Willouqhby Newton, Esq, threw out "nets 10
catch birds Of every fea,her"--in The Norm ao'o'
eating protective Tariff and Naiona oahs'
and in the Souih avowing their orposi'ioh 10 sue'
measures As soon as they got into power, now
ever, the Virginia Wings threw away all as
euse. and are now the ardent supporters OF mea-
surcs which, in 1910, they projessed TO repuo'a'e
Mr.. Newton read Them lesson upon Inc TEX
"Honesry is the best policy" which they ousn'
never 10 forget The Wing, then, is lreadins up
on dangerous ground, when il snee!s al the "prin-
ciples" Of lis opponents.
Upon another point, TOO, We have scarcely room
10 say 10 the Wing, ;ha, iii is counting rather
too much upon the ignorance and suiiioiii'y O.
its readers" 10 attempt 10 make them believe 'ha'
The increased price Of American produce IS
owing entirely 10 the destiluion in Ireland, &C,
from The failure OF The crops We have never DE-
MED that 10 certain extent, this later cause mas
had its influence. But who can be SO stupid as
mol to perceive that the reduction OF duties upon
our produce 10 The English porls aud The new lie
given 10 English industry BY The reduction OF our
own high duties enabling The people OF England
10 consume more oil our breadstutfs, have not e1-
erted great influence in bringing out CONNER
cial activity, which is enriching our own coun-
.ry and relieving The distresses OF Europe' But
more anon
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09

WAS committed on the 10Th day Of December. lsR
w tnlthe jail Of Rockingham county, Virginia, J
runaway Negro Man, who calls himself ANDERso'
and says he is the property Of MIR. Wnslo~, Of Ged
county, Virginia Said Negro is about twenty-five &
thirty years Of age, five feet ten inches high not ''
black; had when committed Coat and Pant.
Drab Home made Cloth, very much worn, IN old W.
Hat and pair OF old Shoes. The owner Of the ab''
named Negro is hereby notified TO come for said Neg.
prepared TO prove property, pay charges and take h
away, or he will be dealt with a The law directs.
O. c. STERLING,
Jan. l9-cwGw Tailor of Rockingham county, "
bellows, ANVILS. VICES, &c.-T"
d subscribers have juslreceived The foIlo@'i!
goods, which they offer Tor SALE al reducet pfce'
Smiths Bellows, 2s. 80, 81, 81 and 20 IN he'
Mouse hole and other anvils
Couer, Key and common Vices
Sedge and hand Hammers
Stock and Dies, and Screw Plates
Smiths Files, OF every size
Those in want will please call on
GARRISON & GARDNER
No. III Broad Slieet, sign OF the Hand'ss'
Feb
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
CITY HOTEL,

nJCHH1.Nnt Ffho<.''s'
This new and large establishment was os'l
i ed by The subscribers on The sIst Decemp
who. with The assistance OF MIR Ramsay, late -
loDg-ried and well know Proprietor Of Inc = :
mer's Hotel, in Fredericksburg, are de'erm'H'
IN devote their undivided attention 10 The COMO
and convenience OF their patrons. The House
situated in Inc centre OIL the City, on The gtoul'
lately covered by the noted Old Bell Tavetl
and is handsomely provided with furniture emu,
ly new, with sober, civil and attentive assis aa,
and servants, and with reasonable share Of =.
patronage Of the senior partners numerous a.
extensive list Of old friends and acqnananc''s,.
and with three years experience in the bo1" :.
ply an equivalent Tor any favour bestowed !! =
them. A Stable we'll formed and provided, un..
the management OF MIR. VIM. S. Wood, IS a a.. !.
ed 10 the house, a, convenien, distance anI ~.
ing himself The proprietor, persons ari''n
their horses may be assured OF go.u s0S
for them. JOHN MIME
Jan. 22-cw3w
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
To The Editors Of The Enquirer:
GoocHLANp c. H., Feb. g. l847.

Gentlemen find from Enquirer the 26.h ut,
ha, our present able and faithful representative,
w. D. Leake intends 10 resign. Should he persist
in his erminalion-lhough we shall sincerely
regret it-permil me through The columns Of your
pa per respectfully 10 recommend to The citizens
OF the county OF Goochland the name OF John
Thompson, ira gentleman who has been long
and favorably known 10 The citizens Of the coun.
ty, not only for The strength and activity o! his
mind, but also Tor his fine business habits and
qualifications, which render him eminenlly fl
for the duties of an able representative. Were il
necessary, much more could be said in his behalf
but on account of his extensive acquaintance,
he needs no eulogy. Suffice ii, however, 10 say,
that he is every inch Democrat-one whom
know 10 be as firm as the Rock Of Gibraltar, and
A VOTER
rip S-Tha WHO will please CODY
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
FoR THE ENQUIRER.
To HIS Ereel!eney The President of the Un,ted

FoR THE ENQUIRER.
To HIS E1cel,eney, The President of The Un,ted
States.
|, is currently rumored in Washington That ii
is your intention TO make but one appointment OF
Brisadier General, 10 command The volunteers
engaged in the Mexican war, and that that ap-
poinmen is 10 be given 10 Pennsylvania.
II such he your Intention in the name Of Viz
einia, n. Carolina and South Carolina, most
respectully enter protest. do not do il in
spirit OF cavil, nor from feelings OF jealousy, or
from any other than that Of pure justice. My
desire is 10 aid you, and believe il is almost The
universal feeling throughout the South that you
should have every assistance in prosecuting this
war energetically and efficiently. Al The same
time we ask for what is our just due; for that
which will inspire our brethren We have given
you with feelings Of harmony and confidence,
which will insure their duty.
Pennsylvania has already Major General
(Paterson) in Mexico. She is The only Atlantic
Stale that has been honored with an important
military appointment since The commencement oil
this war. We have not complained, nor do We
wish 10 do so but surely il cannot be that she IS
The only one OF all The Atlantic States which can
furnish men qualified for this important lrus'.-
Virginia has presented you with The name OF one,
al least, who by education and habit is eminent
" qualified; and why should she be neglected !
Are the claims of the gentleman designated By
common report equal 10 his2 Virginia can fur.
nsh twenty, aye five hundred Of her sons, in all
respects equal 10 him. What then is there 10 en-
title Pennsylvania to such distinguished prefer
ence?
|, was alleged in The recommendation Of the
appointment Of Lieutenant General, that il was
proper mat a person who was familiar and con-
versanl with The feelings and habits OF the volnn-
teers, as they would compose The larger majority
OF troops in Mexico, should be placed al the head
OF The invading army. There is force in The idea;
il is highly worthy Of the serious consideration oil
Congress. II is my wish and prayer that they
will give il their calm delberation. II there be
any hing in the idea, will il not apply 10 The ap-
poinlmen, Of Brgader Generals aso2 II will.
Volunteers from Northern and Southern States
compose part of the army. The North hasher
Major General now in Mexico. There is not a
General vel appointed from The States South Of
Mason & Di1on's line. Should this state OF
things any longer EXIST trust nol There are
three regiments OF Southern volunteers now on
their way 10 The seat Of war; give them Briga-
der General from one OF The States which has
furnished these, and will guarantee they will be
among the foremost in every thing which will re-
dound TO the credit and honor Of their common
country and the Administration.
DEMOCRAT.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
Up. s.-The Wing will please copy.
Ia he Editors ri The ENQUIRE,

Seeing it announced in your paper, that our
present excellent and worthy delegage, Waller
d. Leake, Esq, would not be candidate tor re-
election the ensuing Spring, il becomes necessa-
~ 10 look out for suitable individual 10 sue
coed Mr. Leake; and permit Us, through your
columns, 10 bring TO the notice Of The voters oil
Goochland Hugh French, Esq, as gentleman
we'll fitlea 10 represent US in The legislature
Mr.. French is true Republican of The Jefferso-
Man School, possessed OF clear and dscrimi-
mating mind and high integrity OF Characteristic
requisite qualities OF good representative.
MANY Voters or GoocHLANp.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09

Died. on SUNDAY night, The 9Th February, ls47 Mi.
MATILDA ANDERSON Of this cry, na-d ~ rears
Her funeral viii rake place Mt Mrs Elizabeth Dennis.
ON Church Hill at half past O'Clock, p NJ, to-day
Tuesday 10 which her friends and those OF ofrs Den
ms are invited, without further notice.
Died. on the Sd February. In Yorktown. after pro
iracted illness Of several months, Of Pulmonary Ton
sumption in the 3ath year Of her age, Mrs ANNA
RYRD SHIELD, wife Of DIR. VIM. II. Shield snt
daughter Of Major g. l.. Dorbin, Of York County The
deceased was remarkable for strength Of mind anu
ainiahty Of disposition. As a wife and as mothst
she discharged with uncommon devoirdness and artS.
lion the responsible duties Of her station. fond hni
band aud six Interesting children left TO mourn Their
severe bereavement.
Wing requested 10 copy.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
L OR THE ENQUIRER.
To HE Deulocratic Voters of Chesterfield.


Fellow citizens: Your highly gifted and esteem
ed representative the Hon. John w. Jones, hay-
ing declared his intention not 10 be a candidate
for your suffrage for seat in the next House
Of Delegates, il now becomes your duty 10 turn
your thoughts upon proper individual 10 sue
coed him. The question now is, who shall be
selected 10 fill The station thus vacated?
In selecting the individual, il is feared diver
silly OF opinion may manifest itself but that you
will suffer discrepancy OF opinion 10 ensendeT
discussions that shall put in peril your long che
ri.hed principles, will moi, for one moment, en-
terrain The belief. Recolecl il Tor your cherish
cd principles, and mt fr Individuals, that your
banner is unfured Let This reflection guide
your deliberations and the puissanl arm that is
raised 10 hew them down, will tall palsied atyouf
feet.
In order 10 select candidate most acceptable
10 The people, il is 10 be presumed that you will
hold meeting for that purpose. II you should,
allow me, respectfully, 10 introduce Tor your con-
sideration, the name OF Alexander Jones, Esq
believe nothing but ineligibity has KEEP. The
friends OF MIR. Jones from urging his claims be
fore this. Mr. Jones is now eligible-is young
s,au % i,ue auaiuuent,-ui quIcK anl pene
naling mind, and would, il elected make an ell
fcient representative. II is proper 10 state that
This recommendation OF Nh. Jones, is made with
out his knowledge, or consultation with him, but,
should il be your pleasure 10 confer The honor on
him, | hope ne will no, feel himself Al liberty 10
decline. y VOTER.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
I COMMERCIAL RECORD.
RICHMOND MARKETS. Feb,y.

KICHMOND MAX ETS, Feb'y. 8.
TOBACCO There has been some decline
within the last few days We quite Jugs al 81 50
a , 90; common Leaf 25a 3 25; middlns, 50
a 1 90; good and fine, I so 10 80.
FLOUR-S6 25a Sc so.
WHEAT-l25 TO 100 c. per bushel.
WHEAT OFFAL-Bran l2s cts; Shorts IS
cents; Brown Stufs 80 cents; Ship Stuffs SO cs
CORN-Corn IS so c's.
PROVISIONS.-BAcoN: Smiihfeld and Cir
Cured, new, 9 cts; Joes 6 cents 81 els; Hams
10 cts.-oh Western Sides, 81 9 cts. Shou.
ders, II cents. LARD 9! cts.-in demari
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09

Ef THEATRE.-"The School Tor Scandal
was admirably acted on Saturday night, and 10
very large house. Mr.. Blake and bis Company
have made decided hit, and will continue TO be
literally palronzed, if they furnish the same good
entertainment, of which we have but little doubt
There will be fine play tonight.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09

We regre, TO announce that Messrs. Ta,um Of
Patrick and Williams Of Meckenburg will no,
be candidates for reelection, NEXT Spring, 10 The
House Of Delegates.
It gives us pleasure 10 stale that Mr.. Jones OF
Gloucester will be candidate for reelection 10
the House of Delegates, next Spring.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
DEMOCRAT.
FARuvrLLE DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION.

A Democratic Convention of Delegates from
The several counties composing The fourth Con-
gressiona District OF Virginia, assembled IN
Farnville on the 9th OF January, l647, for The
purpose of nominating a suitable candidate to be
supported by the Republican party OF the District
a. the successor in Congress OF The Hon. +. w.
HUBBARD.
The convention was called 10 order, and lis
objerls explained in brief address, al III o'clock,
by James w. Bouldin, Esq, Of Charlotte, who,
upon motion, was appointed President pro: tem.,
and Thos. h. Armand, Esq, OF Prince Edward,
appointed Secretary, pro. TEN.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09
CORRESPONDENCE.

FARMvILLE, Jan. 9Th, Is47
THos. S. BocoCK, Esq Sir: The Democrat
ic Convention which assembled in this place to-
day, TO select candidate for he 4lh Congression-
al District of Virginia. have, with great unanim-
iry, selected you as their standard bearer in The
coming conesl-and have assigned 10 US Tie
pleasing duty of apprsing you OF their selection,
and through US, their organ, request you to &C
cep, the nomination thus rendered To the NOM
nation of the convention, we add our personal
notwithstanding that you will find il consis-
tent with your private interests and public duty
TO bear our Gag 10 The approaching election
Pledging ourselves TO cordial and jealous sup
port Of you Tor the Office 10 which you have been
nominated, and also the convention, whose organ
we are, we beg leave 10 subscribe ourselves
Your friends and fellow citizens,
WILLIAM G. FLOURNOY,1
HENRY D. FLOOD,
R. II. GLASS, SCommitse.
SAMUEL |. BOOKER,
JOSEPH FUQUA.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09

A. Prices Of Admission Boxes IS CTS. p
so CTS; Colored Gallery SO and % els
y Pnpaie BORIS and Seats may also be q.
laned al he Box Office daily, from 10 I'LL :, ar
from ill $ o'clock. A few monthly Tickt.
mot transferable will also be issued.
u Doors open al half past o. The Cullait
will rise precisely al quarter past 7o'clcch.
II An efficient Police is engaged Feb 2
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1847-02-09

We understand that John w. Jones, Esq, was
yesterday nominated by the Democrats OF Ches-
lerfcld, unanimously and by acclamalion for re-
election 10 the House OF Delegates.