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The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1847-10-30

M ILL FEED.-Bran, Ship-stun, for
q sale by A. X. NELSON.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1847-10-30

Pennsy'conia.-It is said that the ''Key-
stone State"-more properly the "Hum-
bugrod State" has gone for the locolocos
s'hook line and sinker." This locofoco-
ism Of hers will sink her shook and line''
one Of these days we fear. Last year the
wings carried a canal commissioner, on
general tickct-this year Skunk gets a
matter Of 10000 majority. Last year a
gentleman asked an old Dutch locofoco
of Bcrks, how that county would go that
year. "Nont know" answered Hans,
"dc man va, tells us how TO vote hash
not come round.o The result seemed to
show that he was not around last year at
all, but he went around this year with a
vengeance.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1847-10-30

Tie Couri.-The October session of Cc-
Gil county court, ended yesterday, after
a tedious session Of eleven days. The
principal case--1Iall Us the Susquehanna
canal lasted six days-verdict for the
plaintiff, $4,000
There were but few criminal cases.
One against Benjamin Craig, for shearing
and cropping another mans sheep.
There was no evidence to show that the
sheep did not belong to Craig, and he was
cleared as matter of course.
John Hawkins, negro, convicted of
horse stealing, was sentenced to the PEN
itentIary 3 years S mos.
0J An extra or special session of the
court is to be held, we understand, on
Monday the 29th day of November, next
for the purpose, of trying the cases of
Stump rs the Phil, Will, and Bait. r. r
Co., and Howard rs the same company.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1847-10-30

CownlD,NG AN EDITOR "A few days ago
a fellow named Biz, undertook to cowhde
Mr.. Vincent of the blne Heals Chicken.
Mr.. Vincent not exactly agreeing lhcreunto,
wresed the cowhide from him aud bella
bored him soundy, Precisely right, neigh
Dor V. 1t is our un-5ios ed opinion that you
gave him just what he deserved.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1847-10-30

Where Force Killed d Gem
fought e"gngcd Uo"ndei np,dors.
Palo Alto, 20O0A Ala Taylor
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r de Ia Palma 1904 BOA Taylor
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Oct % NJ
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1847-10-30
FOR President lS1S.
Hk cnry clay.
" VI ms I'm Mortal TILL his work is done"

70 CoRHE>roNDENrs.-T "M.' by
"V," Should have been accompanied by
the writer's proper name. L. is very
clever piece of verse.
IL5@'Ihe Tested Love,' by young lady,
received and shall be printed next week.
lr5'~"CpmiHus" has sent us a lengthy
reply to the last article by "Amcricus."
It becomes necessary at this stage of the
proceedings to stop that controversy,
This last article although in the main
we'll written, is in part exceptionable in
lis language, and the writers having had
blow about in previous numbers, will Of
course good-naturedly submit.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
ONE OF THE PEOPLE.

MIssIssIrrt SENRroa-t;ov. Brown of Missi has appointed Col Jefferson Davis 10 fill tho vacancy in the '. s. Senate oeeasioncd by the death of Gen. Speight. Col. Davis in a handsome letter accepts the commission and in alluding to the course our government has pursued In Mexican affairs says
 You have justly anticipated my views in relation to peace with Mexico; an event to be desired no, merely from It's influence on our domestic policy, but also to save from monarchial alliance, or entire prosirafion, republican confesoracy, which, des- pite our caution and magnanimoas forboarsnce has forced rs into war The common desire of our counirymen to the principle of self-governnent extended this continent, and recognised ss the policy of America, has justified past administrations In toierating serious offences by Mexico, and still soeking to cultivate friendly relations. This desire hss, doubt not, Id to general approval Of the course pursued by the present administration, in its steady efforts t9 open negotiations for treaty of peace. Should these efforts continue to be upsnc- cessful we will have the satisfaction to know that eur government has acted as became the United States, In avoiding unnecessary injury to weak, though prevcrse and offending Deighber- Sincerely thanking you for your kind expressions and gen srons confidence, promise all which zeal and in- austry can effect In the duties of the high station to which am assigned.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
For sse ArEan.a. Bsnner.


 Ma EDron; Dear sir--Ia the Taa BuFen Iufcl- hssnew, of the 2lst uiL, there Is a communication dated at Fayetteville, Aug. 18th. stimulating the editor of that papsr, to urge, with zca, conven- ton, and calling the attention of the people to the subject, SO that they may send rp proper material to compose said convention. It is said that some men assert that the north and west will never get their share of the offices long as the system of conventions arc kept up. New, in reply to such . remark, l would say. that the number of men who make snch asertiOns are very few indeed, and the few thai make them only do 1t for effect, and the effect is always the injury to themselves. The pco pie in the north and west generally, too htelIi gent for such pretext to carry with it any weight whatever
 By those who urge convention, for the purposc ef settling tho claims of asprants local preudices duty of the convention assembled to select men bo cause they are honest and capable.
 Now are those, who may be selected, acting for the democracy of the whole State, le bc told that they must vote for because he lives the other side of Boston Mountain If any thing would turn man against conventions, it would be such in- s,rnciiOns, for every of political honesty would revolt at such proceeding.
 Any system in politics, which may be advaiEta- geous to the party, when conducted, may also prove source of much evil when diverted from It's orIgi nal design Care should be taken that, the system which is adopted for the good of the whole may not result in an injury to many.
 have many. friends in the north and west, whom
 should like to promoted, and would 20 for them with aIi my zeal, might and strength but hope the day may never come when shall have to vote for them because they live this or the other side of Boston Mountain.
 The delegates should come, from every portion of the State, divested of local preudces and partiaty for men, aud go for the support of those principles which have done 50 much for this happy Union, and think alone of the great measures of democracy, and cndeavOr to select men best calculated to strengthen our party.
 To the north and west, would say, let your men of talents and political honesty come down, and show their claims. with all the talented democrats from other portions of the State, and if they are deemed most capable and worthy. they will have the united support of all the democracy of the State,
 This convention is one upon which much de- wolves, and one of more than ordinary consequent ces to the democracy ; subject in which the de- mocracy every where should take deep interest, without regard to local prciudces, or the honest and patriotic may npent, when too late 1heir want of diligence and want of unity. This convention calls for men of ability and political honesty that 1t may not be operated upon by designing men. Then we would nrge that you come from the west and east, north and south, with the cause of democracy ut heart and harmony will prevail and all will be we'll. SOUTHEAST.
 Pine Bigf 4aq. 20, Is47
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13

THE FssE OF THE EIiSr.-~The ShawneetOwn. H. linois, Democrss concludes aR article upon the speech of Lord faimeFstOn--threasening the nom paying American Stasss with the power of England = in the following manner We take 1t hls Iorl- ship would rather have the money, al some future day, than fight ii out, even upon such favorable terms:
 sTl.e SuekerS--with the fair understanding that if they hogged this array of hungry Britcns, the deht would be canceIIed--woald up and at 'em. and ere old Sol flung his golden beams upon the western hills Illinois reTv free from deht. Murder will out
 -and we are bold to say that although there is an ardent desire the part of our people to meet their inst liabilities still were it possible to cancel the heavy Aebt hanging over our State. by resort Co the brisiing panopy of war, the Sackers would cheerfully light out the whole l4O00,O0O al Scents day. That Is just their game
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
Deash of tke aon. siIas wright.

IaieIligenee of this calamity to the country, and 10 the Democratic Party. reached us on Wednesday last. Governor Wright died by sPPopiexy at his residence in Canton. New York. on inc z7th Aa- gust and the distinguished chaaPion of our P'nei- eiplss, the powerful and snwarering foe of whig- gery. will be heard TO more. He was eloquent and fearless in his defence of those measures under which tar eOuntry has grown prosperous and hap py, and hts arguments and influence in the Senate sustained them against the most powerful oPPosi- ton. His great popularity and eminent position. made him prominent among the people for the next Presidency, but the decree had gone forth that his term of service to his country was ended, and the high aspirations which once animated him, have grown enlA in she tomb.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13


 Who can account for the irritating difference, which exists in the Miller case. between the sage editor of the Democrat and the President of the U States The former calls for proof of the fact that Miller was democrat. He has copies of the pa pers, furnished to the President, upon which, his Excelleneies opinion was formed. He then says that the men who made such statements, have lied to the President. Mir. Polk tells him that he knows they may be conhded in, and throughout the length and breadth of the State. were always, recognized as men whose political principles and integrity, have never been questioned. The Editor begs that Col Ashley may have another hearing, that he can certainly make the matter satisfactory. but the Pre- sident very quietly, remarks, "tais is the second time fraud has been practised upon me, by your little faction. Once when Judge Crutch6eld was appointed Receiver, and his resignation held up and tempered with. unknown to him, and again when aokaoscledged misrepresentation were made to me. in the case of the Receiver at Batesyiile-would you have me subject myself, to imposition a tAird timeI No sirreei''
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
rhe PnYing DemocracY.

Tie gdiior of the Democrat, in noticing our re mark nat we had received new font of type for ;be Banner, says;
 ,.woald it not have looked better for the editors to have paid for the old press and types, on which the Banner has been printed for the last four years before they appropriated the proceeds of the hbe- Iaiy of their patrons to the purchase of new ones!
 We know nothing of the indebtedness by any one far the Banner Ve believe the press and materials were bought of Blair Rives and the responsibility V. payment for them assumed by the Representa- tiYes in Congress from this State at that session.. The purchase, we believe, was predicated upon large subscriptions from nearly all the democrats in the Legislature of is4s, and others from different parts of the State, at meeting held for the purpose of raising a fund to obtain press, &c.. at a time when the party by the sale of the Gazette, was Jeff without any organ at the capitol and betrayed into the hands of the whigs. what amount of this debt has been paid. how the liabilities of the parties aow stand. or who made the purchase. we are alto. gether uniformed. It must deyolve upon tke edi- tor of the Democrat to ferret oat for political the private indebtedness of gentlemen. We have but little interest, and no disposition. to interfere with his researches of this character We certainly .oald not hope to compete, n this Honorable contest with one who has so eunniagly discovered that John Miller subscribed i've dollars to barbee C, and Aad not yet paid an"
 In good truth our neighbor must be "haFd up ' for causes to war upon us. when he can descend SC low. and commence warfare in which the whole community know that he is ss vulnerable as any one. It is disgusting enough. no doubt. to our req ders, but we will suffer no sheer that we will no fling back, and hope to be spared saeh taunts ir fnfars
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
 From The NeodriHe RepubLieon

A NATIONAL CoNvESrIoN.--We perceive by some of our exchanges, that the subject of q National Convention isbegiGning 10 be agitated in parts of the country, by the Democrats. This is mat ter that should, by all means, receive the earnest attention of the Democratic party throughout the unioD. For our part, we regard it being ahso- lately necessary tor the welfare of the party the success of its principles and the perpe;uaon of our republican institutions, that National Convention should be held. for the purpose of placing in aoni- nation suitable candidates for the Presidency and Vice Presidency. It is there--and no where else-- that sectional predilections be offered up on the altar of compromise for the good of the party and seeh candidates chosen, upon whom the entire par " Can uaie with coriality. Ii we have candidates of such character at the ensuing Presidential cam paign, there is earthly possibility that can be beaten by He whigs; but should there be Naton- al Convection held, and every section of the nion have is candidate in the field, will be the ease In snch an event. We cannot reasonably anticipate any thing else than disastrous defeat The election of President may then be thrown into the Housesa sas in ls2i inc result of which Enay be precisely simi lar. That result ongist to b. warning beacon to us for5yer hcncei0rth. We trust that the necessity of sncl Convention will be duly considered, and one, composed of full representation from every State, held.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
For tbe Arlaaso, Banner.

Ma. EDiroR: As the time approaches for the lection of candidates for the democratic party, the people are beginning to look around, and discuss the merits of the various gentlemen whose names are likely to be before the January convention fs, Governor and Congressman There seems to be, in this quarter of the State, strong and decided feeling in favor of western man for Congress- Local feeling and sectional interests are not wholly to be disregardcd, but substantial requisites should not be allowed to yield to others.
 The object of this communication Is to place be- fore the party the name of man who needs no such ads-one whose tslents, unfincbing devotion to the principles of the democratic party peculiar iy and justly entte him to be the candidate of the party in the approaching contest meen the Hon. W. S. OLDHAM. The talents of Judge O. is point not controverted His superior qualifications as a debater have been fully displayed in contests with the abes, whgs in the State particularly in the ysss of 70 and 44. and in the Legislature of '3s and 42 His devotion to the principles of the party has been manifested upon every occasion which has been presented within the last ten years when he conId proclaim anadefend them. His extensive and accurate political information is n matter univer- sahy SVucoucS- H~ . P""'S fhai, anu as " Po'itt- clan, no one in the State is more favorably ex- tensvely known. Such needs not the influ- ences of local ncres, sectional feeling 10 entitIc him to the support of the party. His friends point to his services and his qualifications to serve, the true foundation of his claims to the confidence and support os the democratic party.
 To democrats, in other parts of the State, wh,sze desire is to select the most worthy" to thcm would say. that while there is strong sectional feelings manifested in the west, whether well or ill founded, here is man in whom that feeling can be grstifed, und 6, the same time, the interests of the party and State. so far from being made 10 safer, will be advanced and sustained. N. W.
 Haaaiacgoa Cossts As2. 25. ls17
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
YeIsuw rever.

Every nsil krings as private information 0f Ahs dreadful mortality prevailing in New Orleans. from this seoafge. From the numbers which die daily. and the dismay and confusion. which reign ia the city. the papers unable to give correct account of the number of eases In consequence of the epi- demie, we are informed that the Government have ordered troops destined for MexcO.t Baton Rouge. from whence transports wiII be ready to convey fhem direct
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
Fror. the Lyaeh5srg Repabi,eaS. Paeti0u again nfbukfd. /

We have published many severe rebukes to the anti American spirit eyinced by large portion oi the whig party, m "discouraging volunteering" and giving said and comfort" io the pubic enemy This iaciious conduct has been again severely re- buked by Lieutenant C, W. Jay, oi the New ter sey battalion, and patriotic .8nericaa whig- An effort on the pat of the New Jersey State Gazette Ia leading whig paper) to discourage the patriotic exertons then being made to i up the ranks oi the battalion, very naturally aroused the indignation of Lieu;enan, Jay, who administers to the edtor severe but merted rebuke. The Gazette, m speak iag o he contributions proposed to be raised for the benefit of the battalion, used the following ian- guage:
 .sAs for the ignorant bat very patriotic men who, by means of the proposed contributions, are to be aided to go to warfare tn which sacrifices, hard ships disease, and Geash await them, we shall not bring their blood upon our consciences by Inducing them 10 enlist, either by our exhortatioas.'
 which Lieutenant Jay makes the following reply IL will be seen that he handles the Mexican editor with s'gIoves oH."
 '.Men not acquainted with yoar peculiar style of composition, nor we'll versed tn the sub,leness Of uninteliigible ogic nght construe the above pret ty strong attempt at 'discoaragRg mea from rotaR- teeTsng notwithstanding your unqualified discisIm- CT. And again you say.
 Certainty we could never be so heartless and so regardless of their welfare and their lives 10 urge them to put both in the peril ID which enlstlng will
 
 s'I is not my intention to deny that there dan gers, perils, and death' to be encountered in the field of battle This possibility arises from the fact that war cannot be carried without bringing such things in it's train 1 an stTengt hened further in this view by the fact-snd state it upon the most unques;ionabe evidence-of bullets being fired from guns large and small into the opposing ranks Ian ces swords. lassoes, are also, am credbiy inform ed brought into use to produce just snch results you have vividly depicted. yield you this point, and arn happy, nay proud, to occupy so palpable a position in company with one moral and 'patri- otic' as yourself To make agree other points, il is necessary that you should reconcile that sense of obedience 10 the government which prevents you from 'discouragng volunteers, with that array of bloody conseiences. disease, hardships, and deaih,' the tendency of which is not only 10 dis courage volunteering. but to encourage assertions.
 "In your estimate, every officer, from Col Wood ruff down. of the baitalioB either l-noran, and deIuded' man or knave No one else, according 10 your argument. woud engage in this war. Such being the fact, wouid advise you 10 poll doTn ihe name of Gen. Taylor from your mast head as your choice for the presidency. An ignorant and delu- ded' man, knave with bloody conscience, should never be endorsed the proper ruler of a Christian people by respectable .morai,' and natfo!c' paIieT as the New Jersey State Gazette '
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
More Troops.

The War Department has called upoa the State of Kentucky. Tor two Regiments q Infantry. to serve during the war. The Governor sy rfsclma- tioa, states that be will accept two eompanies hem each Congressional district. who must be ready to march by the 2eih September. The rendezvous for ss Regiment, is at Louisville, the other at Smith visie.
 \ A seusssision has also been made upon the Ssaie 4x res.esses sas t~o Regiments. one to redezscas ai Hsshsi!Ie. the ether al Memphis. aad upoa Iadi. ans fef oas Regiment.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
GREAT INDUCEMENTS for NEW sUBsCRIBERS

es 50 per annum in advance.
 In order that tho Banner may increase Is already extensive circulation, have determined to reduce the subscription price for the new volume, com mencing with this number.
 A remittance of FIvE DOLLARS. " ADVANCE, by mail orotherwise, will entie subscriber to the paper for TWO years; or two subscribers. ONE year. This applies to those paying In advance, but to none others. Three dollars will, in all cases, be dcman- ded of those in arrears at this time.
 A good opportunity will afforded those, wishing tc profit by this arrangement. to make the advance payment to our travelling agent, who will set cut immediately, on tour through the North-wcstsrn and Western portions of the State.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13

The Democrat says our charge that ''he sold the Gazette. the only Democratic paper in Little Rock, (st the time.) to the whgs," has been 'ilsjded. /" The Editor of the Gazette will please inform us if we are not right. and ifii was not uIchased good w and slI'' from its first editor. with the perfect understanding that it would be whig paper. Not because we believe he can impose upon the party by den,a of the fact but tndastrioasty he is fat ieniag anoiher bantiiAs .for he same market and we wish to keep it before the people.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
Prospects of Peace---Gcn. scott at the
 Capitol.

We furnish our readers to-day with the late ac- counts of our further triumphs over the Mexican troops and the surreder of the capitol, to General Scott lis no longer matter of doubt, that Mexi- can Congress when convened, will be forced either to accept the terms winch Mir. Trist is charged by our government to oEer or submit for time 10 mi- ltary suhjecton under the United States forces oe cupyiag the City of Mexico.
 We anticipate nothing from the last news, but speedy termination of hostiIities.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
Principles Adjuditatsd by the SuS55n, fan. a! the Iuly Term. ll7.

Cos'Ar X Hsrvitk vs, Dayics & Came, from DesAa. 4 promissory hote given and r..... tor and la discharge cf an open account, i. an acfioa apon the account; if no, 50 siys, ,,. esiyed, 1t will no, discharge the action if ,,lF iali account upon a condition ts be ps,fo,0., wIil discharge the action on the accoun, un0, a performance of the condition.
 Action brought on an open account, the s,e..s ants prove. under the general issue, that, onoo aement of the aecoent ailer suit ins,itaied, q 0,. was given for the faii amount. which was ,o \. : fGll satisfaction of the account, if the deseea,. paid the note by sale of negro or otherwiss ,l. the defendants did pay Ii by sale Of a negro B.e that these facts went in mitigation of aamas.. ,, not in bar of the action; that f they had been ,. ded P'as sHrrien coaf'asaaes, it would have been i. bar.
 The purchase and payment of the price of |, gro pass the legal title to the purchaser. and m tual delivery is not Leccssary to consumma,s "A. sale and purchase.
The Arkansas banner., 1847-09-13
For ike Baaasr.

Democratic Meeting in saline County. priety of holding meeting on the frs, day of the mex, circuit eourr to be holden in Benton, fos the purpose of appointing delegates to the Democra ic State Convention, proposed to be held in Jsnua- y next, foS the purpose of nominating candidates fos GOVERNOR, CONGRESS &e.
 ONE OF THE PEOPLE.