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Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1847-02-01
40 the Public,

III WING heon appointed Agent ior the sale Of Mar
d bic Nmh IN general. Il. one ii th- largest csab
'shmcnfs in the United States. located IN The city Of
Philadelphia, am now ready to fill order, fr
iR.IBkhN, EGYPTIAN. ITlLLLN.l.NU BAR
DiGLL1 .H7EBLE .HlNTELS
II the lowest easl price. and thcr delivery in Lynch
mr., in sortd condition. warranted. Tomb Stones and
Marble Monuments made toordcr.
Jus, received. the Latest st1lc Of finish for
nieas. Ihj,r wishing 10 hatc old parors fitted
up aicr The STYLE 81 the Northern Cities do So hq
applying to the subscriber JOHN LONG.
Mastering of all dcscripons.buth in town and country.
plan and ornamental, done in superior style al short
notice. and charges according 10 the york.
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Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1847-02-01
DI,SSOJTTID,N,
WARS Et.'sisAPy.

X Vynf;hrS X WALLER offer fr sale, 30 bbls. Adam
,f, VANS OLD RYE * RECTIFIED WIiISkii, quail
y, Per"r, to any offered in this market.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1847-02-01
E3R.W HLE u i8G CONTENTION,
[ABStAtT 0F IT'S lROtEtnINGs.1

ton,outopof belco,tes fran tho Count @ Of Char
TIC, AppoW9ftus. swPaall, fiusaaa. Daciineh an,
lsuuenauig. Piuro hawu5 apd oml tthHd, As. mblnd
III tarm' He On the lpth efJso', ls.t to nominate
Il Wing tandd.'. t#f Congress,
The Convention ~as e4rd 10 orief ~ llen,y Z
Watkins Esq Nhuso melton HI i,Ile"4ns IL. cen.
Nste appNul.l -.
The national whig., 1847-07-12
JOHN CONNELLY,

CABINE:T, CHAIR, AND SOFA MAN.
UFACTURER AND ER. {
fIsHE subscriber begs leave to return his thanks
i 70 his f,isnds and the PUBLIC generally for the
very liberal patronage which they have bestowed on
him, and would respectfully inform them that no
has on hand general assortment Of Cabinet Furni-
ture, which he will sell very chesp for cash, or op-
Prored paper. He is constantly manufacturing all
kinds Of Furniture Of the latest style and most ap-
proved pattern, such as
Mahogany dressing Bureaus
q spring seat Sofas
rocking and Parlor Chairs
card, centre, and dining Tables
Wardrobes
Bedsteads
And, in fact, every thing usually found in cabinet
ware room st@4
Undertaking.
He s also prepared TO attend funerals at the
shortest notice aud tho most liberal terms and
he is confident that from his long experience in al
tending funerals, that he will give entire satisfaction
to those who may favor him with their patronage.
JOHN CONNOLLY,
7th street. bA'woen II and l.
may20 Iy alst
The national whig., 1847-07-12

M. William J. stsplss Of N. Y. has received the
appointment Of Consul to Havre, in place Of Mr..
BsAsEr, deceased.
Col. Rutherford, Of Arkansas, formerly Of Tenn.
has received tho appointment Of Choctaw Agent, in
place Of Major William Armstrong deceased.
Here are Locoioco appointments, Notwithstanding
tho stupendous declaration Of Mr. Polk on his
tour to tho North, that he is the President Of the
People and not Of . party We are requested to
say that Major Arnold Harris spoken Of in our last
in connection with the Choctaw Agency, was not an
applicant for the Office, and could not have accepted
it If Nh. Polk had rendered II 70 him.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

% The Washington Union publishes . let
ter from Cincinnati acknowledging that Gen,
Taylor is not the author of the Signal letter
which bears his name. Tne Unions cores
pondent says that il is in the handwriting Of
Major Bliss. Thus is one Of our arguments
fully sustained, that the letter in question could
not be from the pen Of the old Hero, owing to
the utter dissimilarity Of style between il and
his acknowledged productions.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

0o'President Polk, whilst in New York ely,
made speech in which he declared, that, du-
ring his Presidential term, he was determined
to know no party but his country, and, the very
next night, he deliberately walked into Tam
many Hall and enrolled himself as member
Of the Tammany society, one OF the very viest
and most proscsiptive political associations ever
got up in any country!
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Colonel Doniphan and his command were
honored upon their arrival at ST. Louis on FIJI
day with public reception. Speeches were
made on the occasion by Col. Benton, Colonel
Boudin, Col Doniphan, and Col Mitchell
Col Benton disclosed little more Of the lieu
tenant-generalship in his remarks, and said
that the expedition Of Col. Doniphan was fore
seen and recommended 10 the President by him
long ere il was thought of.
The national whig., 1847-07-12
no FOREIGN G,E.wTLEyuE.M

A RRIVING in the United States, or others, dssir
n Gus of purchasing permanent country resi-
dence in Pennsylvania. The subscriber oEsrs for
sale his farm situated in Montgomery county Penn-
syiyania IA miles north of Philadelphia. II contains
3Os acres OF land, 2SS acres Of which are in the
highest state of cultivation, proddsiOg wheat, rye.
Indian corn and hay, equalto any upland farnl-the
remaining 20 acres being woodland On tho pre-
misses is fine stone mansion, 60 feet by As, with
verandah attached, Is feet wide, extending the
length of the house, and large piazza on the east
the whole giving ample accommodation for family
Of twenty persons. The pleasure grounds surround
ing the house are shaded with elegant evergreens,
and very beautifully laid out There are on the
farm three stone houses for farmers tenants, to-
gether with three large stone barns, containing sta
hing and Conveniences for hundred head Of cattle,
and for the storage Of ESQ tons Of produce, with
coach house, wagon house, granary and corn CRIBS
attached. There are also the advantages of a fine
spring house. ice house, fish pond, garden OF two
acres, orchards stocked with the finest fruit greets
house and grape wall, stream Of spring wafer in
every field, daily mall by which the Philadephis
and New York papers Of the same day are received,
and an omnibus passing the gate morning and even
ing.
In the immediate vicinity are Episcopal, Luther
eli aud Presbyterian churches.
Further description il unnecessary as all persons
wishing 10 purchase are invited to call and examine
the estate II may, however be added that for beau
ty, hsathful situation, and advantages il IL not
passed by any in the United Ststes II may be weli
also the mention the price, which is S220 per acre.
GEORGE SHAFT. whitomarsh,
july 2 2awlm@ Montgomery CO., Pa.
The national whig., 1847-07-12
Total,
10000

An immense meeting Of the people Of both exist
ing parties held in Mobile on the ID instant II
nominated Old Zach for the Presidency with shou.
OF enthusiasm. The only man who did not 60
the whole length was Democrat who wanted TO
know whether the old Hero was Of his way Of think
ing As This gentleman will never realize this plea
sure, he will be compelled TO reserve his vote or
throw i away on The Democratic nominee, il .here
IL one,
The national whig., 1847-07-12
DAVIS Il GARRETT,
fOUSE Cy4RPEyNTERS and JOLyN.ERS

HOUSE C.aRPE.NIERS and JOIJN'ERS,
ON A SrREEr, BErwEsN PESN. Ave AND 6 Sr
NTOULD respectfully beg leave to return their
wv thanks to their friends and the public who 50
promptly came forward with their donations and en-.
abled them to rebuild their shop which destroyed
by FIRE few months since with all its contents. They
are now prepared to execute oil orders in their line
Of business with promph,ess and despatch, pledgng
themselves that all work confdcd to their trust shall
be performed in manner that will give entire salts
faction and their prices keep pace with the times.
N.B.-Thankful for past favors, we would res
pectfuly solicit continuance Of the public patron
age. DAVIS & GARRETT.
june ll--lm
The national whig., 1847-07-12
FOR, NORFOLK.

DOARDlNG.--MRSJ J. X. TAYLOR has sey-
- cral vacant Roome, some Of them suitable for
FaniliesG Gentlemen wishing board without lodging,
can be accommodated. A share Of public patronage
is respectfully solicited. Residence corner Penn.
avenue apd Z street, over Lemuel j. Middleton's
Grocery Store. 4 june lin
The national whig., 1847-07-12

0o.Garnett Duncan, the Wing candidate for
Congress in the Louisville, Kentucky, district,
uses up the Democratic Committee Of Louis
vile for putting forth in an address the most
egregious party falsehoods. Duncan is worth
a hundred Democratic Committee men.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Mr.. Polk says, ia all his speeches, that he
must positively refuse second term. We as
sure him, says Prentice, there is no danger Of
his being troubled with the peoples importu-
mites. He has just about as much chance Of
being elected in l848 as General Pillow has
and there is certainly pretty wide "ditch"
between him and the Presidency.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

a Beautiful Prayer. Flacourt, in his history of
Madagascar, gives tho following subimo prayer.
said to be used by all the people we call savages
passing away. o, Infinite, because am weak. o
Sovereign Of life, because am in darkness. O, All
Bountsous, beccuse am poor. O. All Sufficient
because am nothing" This 10 the very sublimity
OF devotion.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

We yesterday had the pleasure Of examining q
beautiful piece Of changeable silk says the Louisville
Journal, manufactured BY Messrs. Jackson and Gray,
Of this city. II was ordered by lady Of Louisville;
and, when robed in its beautiful hues she will feel
glow Of pride in the fact that her magnificent dress
Is the product Of her native State.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

I'VE would just state," says the Harrisonburg,
Va. Republican, ono Of the best Wing papers tho
State. ",hat Con- Taylor's real friends Of
what they about, and ask no dictation from his
rear enemies. Hen.e, they call upon those Of all
parties who can consistently support him, 50 to do,
and to thus let the Polktss know that they scorn
their miserable dictaiion That's the true doctrine
The national whig., 1847-07-12

III The Wings Of Missouri have decided TO
hold State Convention on the first Monday in
April, lS46, at Boonve, 10 nominate Col. Doni-
phan as their candidate for Governor, and to seec.
Rough and Ready Electors for the next Presiden-
tial Election. This looks like going 10 work in
earnest Rough and Ready Electors. Think Of
that, Mr.. Polk
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ADAMS. & co. IS EXPRESS.
REMOEAL.

HEIJH OV .HI<. 7
A DAMS & co. take this method of informing
N the public, that they have removed their OF
FlCE from their former place OF Business, Ellott's
Buildings, to the large and convenient Store room,
a few doors below the Railroad Depot, where they
are now more fully prepared to receive and for
ward all descriptions of packages to tho following
places:
Boston, Richmond, Cincinnati,
New York, Petersburg, Louisville,
Philadelphia, Pittsburg, st. Louis,
Baltimore, Wheeling, &c. SC. SC.
Adams & Co. will also forward specie and other
yaluables, and Collect Drafts, Notes, &c., on all
the above places at reasonable rates.
G, 8. MCELFRESH,
may sl--eo2m Agent
The national whig., 1847-07-12

PowHArAs TninE No. l. l. O. r. M.-The mem
bsrs Of this Tribe are hereby notified that meeting
will be held at the hall Of the Franklin Engns house
on Tuesday evening next the 18th instant, at 8
o'clock, for the instalment Of the officers Members
will be punctuai in their attendance at the appointed
time.
july l2-lt By order Of the Sachem.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Ia the Northampton will case, recently de-
cided in favor Of the viii, the question turned
upon the competency Of one Of the witnesses.
The witness had been insane and had recover
ed. Mr.. Webster examined the witness him.
self as 10 his insanity, and bis testimony was
conclusive as to his past condition of mind,
and his sanity at the time Of witnessing the
will
The national whig., 1847-07-12

There is continuous line Of railway from
Charleston, South Carolina, to Dalton, thirty
two miles east Of Chattanooga, Tennessee. In
less than year more the railway from Dalton
to Nashville will be finished.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The Washington Union says that all the inter
course between General Scott and the Administra-
Gaton is matter Of record, and reminds his friends
Of the effect which the production Of the former
resPondsnce had upon the public mind. This is as
much to say, that il the latter correspondence be
called for, it will reflect no credit on tho Hero Of
Cerro Gordo. Nous verrons.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The Washington Unions Cincinnati CORE
spondent asserts that the Signal Taylor letter
bears General Taylor's signature, and no
mistake !" that on comparison Of il with his
signature in the possession Of the artist Mr..
Atwood, its genuineness is proved. We await
further Developments
The national whig., 1847-07-12

0c-Mr. Grund informs US, in to days Balti-
more Sun, that the Presiden, did not wait for
people to shake him BY the hands on his recent
tour, but that he seized them by the hands and
gave them hearty shake. This accounts for
Mr.. Presidents great enthusiasm during his
recent visit!
The national whig., 1847-07-12

e5-A serious affray occurred aLOswego on
Monday. There were abon, two hundred en-
gagged in the fight. The British steamer Queen
Victoria was taken, her crew badly hogged,
after which, her anchors were dropped and her
colors pulled down. The riot lasted abou,
three hours.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The Keying. the Chinese Junk, has arrived at NJ.
York. She is built Of teak wool-is l55 feet long
IS feet beam and has IL feet hold. Her rudder is
hung BY bamboo cables and her anchors are of teak
wood. She is 2l2 daye from Canton.
The national whig., 1847-07-12
"A Luxury Indeed!

"A Luxury Indeed!
P.APOR, TEPID, AND COLD SHOWER
Or RUSSIAN Bath.
T,HE subscriber, (through the persuasion Of many
i intimate isiends) has been induced to ft up the
above establishment, ca bath never before known
70 ibis community for the purpose Of rendering
every necessary convenience and luxury to the Cit
zens Of this metropolis.
In Offering to the public the advantages Of this
most delightful bath, he would say to those who ore
in . state Of physical debility that there is nothing
known that is 50 well calculated to restore the ener
ees Of the human system. The most delicate female
undcr its influence improves in strength with most
astonishing rapidity.
Connected with this mode Of bathing, he has in
troduced the Saltwater vapor, and Shower Bath,
giving to those who desire it, all tho advantages Of
Sea-bathing, without the trouble and expense Of
trip to the Capes.
His rooms are situated on the corner Of Al street
and Missouri avenue. Open at oil hours from six in
tie morning till nine at night.
Thursdays Of each week are set apart for tho epe-
cial accommodation Of Ladios, when q lady will be
in attendance to wait on those who may please to
visit this establishment. The public are invited to
give this Bath trial.
Terms: Single tickets 37s cents, or three tickets
for 81 90.
june 29-2m w, WHITNEY.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Breadstufs are still on the decline. WHAT'S
the matter! Isn't there screw loose sonne>
where in the tariff of 'i6 We were told the
farmers were indebted TO that for high prices.
Why, then, does it permi, them to be reduced?
The national whig., 1847-07-12

05. The Wing State Convention Of Maine
which is 10 assemble in Augusta, on Wednes-
day, the 2tst instant, will consider the subject
Of P,esidcntiaI nomination, and the selection
OF two delegates to the National Wing Con-
vention.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Thou gavest her costly gems, they say,
When thy heart first fondly sought her;
Dear father, QUO nuptial gif,, pray,
Bestow on thy weeping daughter.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The Administration has different names for its
various armies One Of them il calls its army Of
occupation" another its "srmy Of invasion" and
third its "army Of exploration" Its army Of Office
holders, suppose says Prentice, it considers its
"army Of depreciation"
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Mayor Abner @. Daniel, at one time member Of
tho Kentucky Legislature, has fallen from his high
social estate, and Is now ON inmate sf The Psniten
ay, for obtsining goods in the e,ssrp cities on lso
Presepces!
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The New York Herald has splendid wood
cut Of old Rough and Ready's camp kitchen
and marque. The string is not drawn in, !"
that's certain, for the paper by Us has full view
Of the culinary operations Of the old Hero's
family.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The Richmond Southernor, speaking Of Henry
A. Wise and z. Edward Lester, says, very Justly
that they are couple Of trading politicians and as
insoIent as whelps- having nei.her modes.y, shame,
magnanimity nor character.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

kirk, the private, who was tied with rope by
order Of Gen. Pillow, without judge or jury, is out
upon the iiussrious ditch-digser in tho Nashville
Banner, and uses up what Col. Haskell has LEI. Of
the notable General.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

A daily line Of four horse post coaches is
henceforward to run between Terre Haule, Ia.,
and st. Louis.
The national whig., 1847-07-12
BY A. GREEN, Aactioneer.

BY A. GREEN, AuctiOneer.
INVALUABLE FRAME HOUSE AND LOT
AT AUCTION--On Wednesday, the 18th
instant, shall sell, the premises at O'Clock r.
NJ, part Of Lot No. -, in square No 3is, with the
Frstne building thereon, being the house now occu-
pied by Mr.. William Buist, fronting on llth, near
the corner of III street.
Terms: One-half cash balance in three end six
months, for notes bearing interest. A decd given
and deed of trust taken.
july IO-td A. GREEN, Auctionser.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Gen. Wilson U. and Tuck ind are both elected
to the next Congress from New Hampshire. IfMr,
Polk had visited the old Granite before the recen.
State election, wo should have carried sl the mem
Sers of Congress, Governor, Legislature, aud all
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Therule in the Pension Office Is, TO take up BUSH
moss in the order Of reception-that is first como
first serve. Persons or agents ON the spot have no
preference over lotters.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

o. Mr.. Grund, Of the Baltimore Sun, pre-
diets that General Scott spent the 4lh Of July
in the city Of Mexico. We hope he did.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

c. A Frenchman wishing to tell fat lady that
she was very considerate, said, Madame, you are
very considerable
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The New York State loan Of half million
in 1897 is TO be reimbursed the lst Of January
lS4S.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

or There are 10000 Norwegians in Wisconsin
Iowa, and Illinois, and they have established Nor
wegian newspaper in the town Of Norway.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

CJ Mr.. Polk, ssys Prcntioe, in his speech in N.
York city, said, 'the people the trsc scveregns
Of the country" And yet Mr.. Polk, who, in his
modeay, processes 70 regard himself as the servant
Of these @sovereisns," undertakes 10 prohibit the
said 'sovereigns" from exercising the liberty Of
speech upon tho subject Of his official acts. Al
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Mr.. Walker and his family are sojourning a,
Rockaway, on Long Island, says the New
York Herald.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

o. The City Of Boston has just borrowed
one million Of five per cents a, 81 cents on the
dollar.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

or Governor Bebb Of Ohio refuses to be can.
didae for reelection. The eastern part Of the State
will therefore furnish the next Governor.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

or The Locofocas claim for their measures the
high prices which have been given for produce One
Of their measures therefore must be the potato ro
~ nothing has resulted to advance the price Of
breadstufis.
The national whig., 1847-07-12
TO THE PUBLIC.

IUyHE subscriber having learned than an attemp,
u is being made to injure the reputation Of his
MINERAL WATER by the circulation Of spu-
ous article purportipg to be bis, he is therefore u,-
der the necessity Of publishing the following certifi
Gates and respectfully calls the attention Of ,he Fa-
cu'ty and Public 10 the subject
A. FAVIER,
Manufacturer Of all kinds Of Mineral Waters,
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Flour at Cincinnati on the 9Th instant, was
81 25-wheat 75c.-corn meal 81 80. Havana
sugar 6a. The river was slowly falling.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Co There's to be-a convention Of Free Negroes
in Kentucky in November nAxt to choose delegates
who shall visit the colonies in West Africa and
port the state Of aflars 70 their constituents A good
move. decidedly.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The celebrated preacher, Dr. Brooke, has
resigned the pastorship of Christ Church in
Cincinnati. after service of twelve years in
its pulpit.
The national whig., 1847-07-12
DOMESTIC ASIDES.

OR, rRUIH IN PARESfsEsls.
really take il very kind,
This visit, Mr.. Skinner!
have not seen you such an age
Crhe wre.ch has como to dianef!)
Your daughters, too, what loves Of girls
What heads for painters easels /!
Come here aud kiss the infant, dears--
(And give it p'riaps The measles y
Your charming boys see are homo
From Reverend Mr.. RusssPs;
Twas very kind to bring them both
(What boots for my new Brussels y
What little Clara left at home.
Well now call that shabby:
should have loved to kiss her So
CA dabby, dubby baby y
And Mr.. g., hope he's we'll,
Ah! though he lives so handy,
He never now drops into sup
(The better for our bfandyD
Come, take seat long TO hear
About Ma,ilda's marriage;
You come, Of course, to spend the day
(rhank Heav'n hear the carriage y
What! must you 60 ?-next time hope
You'll give me longer measure
May shall SEQ you down the stairs
with most uncommon pleasure
Good bye ! good bye! remember oil,
Next time you'll take your dinners!
(Now, David, mind, I'm not at home
In future TO the Sk,nners y
The national whig., 1847-07-12

More than two regiments Of troops for the
war arrived al New Orleans on the 4th instant,
on their way to the enemy's country.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

~ Mr.. Polk ssid in his New York speech that
he was determined to "know no party but the coun-
try" During the late session Of Congress, says
Prsntice, thin President, who 'knows no party bu.
his country put forward tho vlest Of his parssans
in the House Of Representatives 70 insist on HE
right to have the army commanded BY political
General Of the Locofoco party.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

Captain Jameson has received orders to take COM
mand Of the frigate Brandywine, now fitting out at
| the GOsport Navy Yard.
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Notice to the public.

Notice to the public.
T HAVE this day associsted with me in tho Agency
Of the National Wing, Mr.. JoHN ". SHIELDs. /
avail myself Of this opportunity to return my sincere
thanks TO the public ior the favors avishly bestowed
upon my efforts, and assure them that no cxertion
shall be spared either Of our parts to merit con-
tinuance thereof G. L. L.GILLCHREST.
N. B. We would be much obliged to our patrons
they would give Immediate notice OF oil failures
the part Of our carriers to deliver their paper par
ticulary the day Of publication, as the carriers
have their routes promptly delivered to them and in
ample time for delivery the same day.
GILLCHREST & SHIELDS,
june % Agents for National Whig
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The New Orleans National asserts that il is not
true, that General Taylor purposes stated by the
Delta, to resign his command in Mexico.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

We have adyices from Havana to the 2Sth
Of June. Sugar 81 TO 81 reals-Baltimore
-four $l7.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

A niece Of the Duke Of Leinster, ono Of the els
tiers Of Mercy, recently died in Pittsburgh.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

THs AnMI-Its worth in general and General
Worth in particuIsrl
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The musqut wood Of Mexico is said to be tho
rosewood Of The cabinet makers shop.
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The statement Of the Union that General Taylor
has 10000 men ready for active operations, which
has been SO singuary disproved by facts, has been
explained by tho Providence Journal as follows:
Rough aud Ready himself equal 70 5000
Actual force, 1000
The national whig., 1847-07-12

The Mexican women in Tampico are fast adopt
ing the American costume. J.