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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

THURSDAY, DECEMBER e, is44.
EXECUTIVE INSPIRATIONS IN va.

We marvel that the conduct of the Board
Of Public Works, in undertake ing to nulify a
law Of the State in relation TO the extension Of
the Louisa Rail Road has provoked so Iittlecom-
ment from the press. 1t strikes US, that if this
board is TO be invested with the power oil
Withholding any appropriation which does
not meet their views of State policy, in other
words if they are allowed to exercise super
visory control over the acts of the Legislature,
a considerable saving to the State might be Ell
fected by dispensing with the latter body alto
gether; or at least with that branch of il to
which the Constitution has entrusted the pow.
er which the Executive seems disposed 10
usurp. Even then, we think that a more
equal representation Of the several Grand Di-
visions Of the State would be advisable, before
the board should undertake to perform the du-
ties Of Legislative Assembly. Seriously
speaking, we regard this assumption by the
board of Public Works, Of powers not granted
by the Constitution and Laws, in undertaking
TO declare in the face of the letter oil the
law, what the Legislature ought to have done,
and acting accordingly, as a stretch OF prerog
alive which should be signally rebuked. 1t is
in effect the veto power in its most objectiona-
BILE form.
When the citizens of Virginia saw the Gov
ernor of this proud old Commonwealth, des-
cending from the chair of Patrick Henry, TO
become brawler and partisan, and endeav-
oring to foment sectional jealousies among his
fellow citizens, the prophecy of the delegate
from Richmond city, that the day of William
Smiths elevation to the Gubernatora Office,
would be dark day for the Commonwealth,
was literally fulfilled. In character with this
conduct was the attempt TO force the State
proxy Of the Louisa Company to violate his
sense Of duty to the State, and give vote
which he honestly believed would initiate
against the interests of which the Lar consti-
tuted him the guardian.
We observe thata mandamus has been ap-
piled for by the President of the Company,
and hope soon to see the test of the lac applied
to this novel claim TO power. 1t is proper to
state that the act Of the Board was perpetrated
after the Attorney General had given his writ
en- opinion againstil
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
mARvY.AND.

The lately announced readiness Of this
State 10 resume the payment Of the interes, on
her public debt. is highly gratifying--the more
especially so from her position in the confea.
eraey as one Of the "Old Thirteen" and one
of the Middle States. Her proper officer
has advertised that on the lst Of January the
State will resume the payment in cash OF the
interest on her funded debt, and continue il
quarterly thereafter. In anticipation of this
proceeding, the commissioner Of loans gives
notice that The holders Of Maryland sterling
bonds residing in this country may now re-
ceve the interest due in London on the Is,
January next, on the presentation OF the cou
pons at the Loan Office, at 81 Sd TO the E s,p
The money will be RENTED TO London for
those who do not wish to receive il here
Rich. Times
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
ny-A writer in the National Intelligencer.

0J-A A writer in the National Intelligencer,
gives an interesting account of ride of eight
hundred miles in eight days, by Col. Fremont,
with California domesticated and trained hor-
ses. The writer says that these horses eat al
most any thing in the way of vegetable food,
or even drink, that their master uses, by
whom they are petted and caressed, and rare
ly Sold Bread, fruits, sugar, coffee, and e
ven wine, (like the Persian horse,) they take
from the hand of their master, and obey with
like docility his slightest intimation. A tap OF
the whip on the saddle, springs them into &C
ton the check of thread rein ION the Span
ish bD would stop them; and stopped short
at speed they do not jostle the rider or throw
him forward. They leap on any thing-man,
beast or weapon, on which their master directs
them.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
Marrfe0,

On "Wednesday morning the LIST instant, by the
Rev. John Winter, Mr.. BASH BUxroN, of Fred
erick County, Nd, to Miss MARY WEDpLE, o.
this place.
On Thursday last, by the Rev. ID. Bragonier,
Mr.. GEORGE c. EMERr, to Miss SUSAN A.,
daughter of MIR. Godlieb Noll--all of this county
On Saturday evening last, on the Rock in the
Potomac river, opposite Harpers-Ferry, by the
Rev. Mr.. Roberts, MIR. MICHAEL PRIcE, to MISS
MARY CHAMBERS, daughter of Mr.. Singleton
Chambers-all of Harpers- Ferry.
On the 18th inst. at Zimmerman Hotel, in
Frederick, Nd, by the Rev. S. w. Harkey, Mr..
Caro- Nj. EsTLER to Miss MARY E. Bowen, both
of Shepherdstown, Jefferson Co,
On Thursday the 18th instant, by the Rev. R.
L. Brown, Rev. WILLIAM +. LEAvELL, Of
ofCharles city, Va, to Miss ANNE YarEs, daugh-
ter of John Yates, Esq. of Jefferson Co.
On the l7th Nov, at the United States Hotel,
Frederick City, Md, by the Rev. John Smith
Mr.. ISRAEL G.. HETTeRLEY of Berkely CO., 70
Miss EMELINE NJ. b. JoHSsox, of Warren Coun-
ty, Va.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
TREASURY NOTES.

We understand, from the best AUTHORITY,
that the treasury notes of the United States are
8 per cent. advance in the city of Mexico
this state of things is most fortunately calcu.
lated to benefit our schemes of finance. Ii
will contribute to enable US TO pay our axpen-
ses in that country upon more advantageous
terms.--U Union.
1t is well that the Government can enjoy
this crop Of comfort with its Treasury notes;
for their depreciation at home affords it but
little consolation Our readers have seen that
they have fallen to par in New York, and are
becoming the sole medium for the payment Of
duties. The same is the case at The port Of
Philadelphia, as we learn from the Bulletin Of
Monday evening, which says: 'Uniled States
Treasury notes have fallen at par. Our city
banks, we understand, will buy out these notes
for specie; and, for convenience, they will
now be used by our merchants in payment Of
dues at the custom house. The effect OF this
will be to keep in active circulation the specie
that would Otherwise accumulate in the va
rious subtreasuries and the banks no longer
experimenting specie drain, great relief must
soon be experienced in the money market"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
CAPT. CALDWELL.

The Lewisburg Chronicle of Thursday,
states that letter, dated Oct Dist, was receiv-
ed at the White Sulphur Springs the Tuesday
preceding, from George Cook, the servant of
captain CALDWELL, in which he states that
the body Of his master was then at Jalapa, and
that he would bring il home with him. The
letter says nothing about Captain C.'s death
1t can hardly be possible, had he died, that the
event, would have been entirely overlooked in
the numerous letters from the army, which
are so minute in all their details and personal
illusions. We trust the Captain still lives,
and m ay be able TO survive the trials aud per
lis Of the war, his career in which he began
with SO much bravery and patriotism Rich.
Times.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
BURNING OF THE PROPELLER puo
NIX, ON LAKE MICHIGAN
TWO HUNDRED LIVES Losr
PlrrsrrRa. Noremher oe q

NJ
News has just reached here, BY the way so
Lass OF sad catastrophe which happcned ' as
LAKE michigan, by which nearly two hnna. y,
grave. N"Nn'eiy
On Sunday morning last, the Propeller t,.
NIX, ponne up 70 the Lakes, was discovered n Il
on hre when within i9nies of Sheboygsn NJ
nre broke eut under The deck. and a t,s.,, -. -
prevailing, spread with fearful rapdisv ssnd
most CONSERVATION prevailed among ~. ..s - ~
gers and il was impossible amids, he asseh
which followed, TO make the proner cars.
the flames and save the boat " say
There were over two hundred nasss.
board, and the scene heart -rendipy n ,hs ~
treme. Mothers crying in frantic fnaasess Il.
Their chtldren--wiyes elinging to their husIars.'
and crying aloud for mercy from above s. s.
IN desperation plunged into the I.ake--o,hsrx, y
Their wild delirum rushed headlong into N.
flames. u~
IT was narrowing spectacle, and humap;,,,
shoulders at the recital of it, Some Of the mas.
engers succeeded in escaping in the boats ans
the rest either persisted in the flames, or vera
drowned VIZ"
Capt. SWEET, who was living on bed oe s;cl
ness, was saved in one OF the boats
those who so miraculously escaped in ths
boats, were shortly after picked up by the s.esr0.
er Delaware. which hove in sight iust in time Il
witness the dreadful fate Of those or hoard ~.
ill-starred Phoenix, but too late 10 render ,bs,.
any earthly assistance. attention was ma
to the survivors by the officers and crew al ill.,
Delaware. One hundred and fifty Of the psssrn.
gers were German emigrants. The Phnnix wa.
owned by PEAsE and ALLEN, at Cleveland. and
insured for $4,000.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
MIR. CLAY AND THE PRESIDENCY.

The subIotned circular was prepared BY the
gentlemen whose names are attached 10 il, for
private circulation amongst the leading Wings
Of Kentucky, but by some unasceriained
means found its way into the newspapers.--
Ii is obvious, that the object Of the writers,
was the very audable one, Of ascertaining the
relative strength Of Mr.. Cray and Gen. TAY-
LoR in Kentucky, with view 10 the Union Of
the Wings Of that Commonwealth, upon one
or the other of those distinguished individuals
as candidate for the next Presidency. That
we heartily concur with the authors of the
circular, in their very high estimate OF the tall
ents and patriotism Of Gen. TaYLos, is no
news to our readers. If majority Of the
Wings Of the United States shall think il most
expedient to make him our Candidate, we
shall urge his claims with all the energy and
zeal within the compass Of our humble abili-
ty. He has proven himself worthy of the
highes, honors OF the Republic, and whether
elevated to the Presidency or not, is entitled
to, and will doubtless enjoy the lasting graft
itude and confidence Of his countrymen. Still
il cannot be denied that first IN the affections
of every true Wing in the land, is GLORIOUS
Harry Clay" While he lives, no man ever
can, no man ever wM divide with him the en-
pire he has established over ''the hearts oil free
and patriot men,"
We do not therefore, hesitate TO declare our
decided preference for him over all others
AT the same time we repeat the expression Of
our perfect willingness TO abide the decision
of the Wings of the Union, confident that
good and faithful friend Of the Constitution
will be chosen as the standard bearer of our
party when the proper time arrives for the Sc
lection to be made.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
CLERK OF THE HOUSE OF REP.

The Richmond Wing announces the fact,
that the numerous friends Of Col. EDMUND p.
HUNTER of this county, have prevailed upon
him to become candidate for the office of
Clerk 10 the next House of Representatives of
Congress. The Wing might have added,
what few men who know Col. HUNTER will
deny, that gentleman of superior qualifca-
tons in every respect. for the Office to which
he aspires, canno, be found. His command
ing person, admirable address and clear and
sonorous voice, joined to his experience of
the routine of legislative business, peculiarly
fit hun for the duties of the office of clerk to a
deliberative assembly.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

New Orleans dates Of the 22d instant. p.
Nj received by the Ssm ia advance Of the mail.
contain intelligence from Vera cruz TO The
9Th instant.
The members Of the Mexican Congress were
assembling at Queretaro. The first business
would be the election of President
Gen. Patterson with about 5000 men, and a
large tram, had reached The National Bridge
on his march towards the city of Mexico.
Gen. Patterson had received a visit from a
commissioner appointed by Padre Jafaua,
with peace propositions. The Padre being tir-
red Of war, and wishing 10 come under the
protection of our Government. is DESTROYS of
making his peace without running any further
risk Of losing his head
Gen. Patterson told the commissioner very
coolly that II the reverend Jarauia wished To
return TO Vera Cruz as good citizen, he must
disperse his command and proceed there in
sianter, and If he so acted, in good faith, be
promised him that no one would modest him.
He added, however, that il was his firm de-
termination TO hang, without Judge or Jury,
every guerilla that he met on his route to the
capital.
Col. Hughes command was still al the Ma
tional Bridge, in iolerabe good health, only
fifty being on the sick list, and but few of
them seriously i'll.
Gen. Patterson's train was to proceed on
the 5tn inst, accompanied by the Baltimore
Battalion and Tilghman's company of light
artillery.
A letter from Vera Cruz, dated on the Slh
instant, states that goods forwarded to the in
terror via Orlzaba, We're no longer subject 10
the onerous taxes imposed BY the Mexican
authorizes, nor were they molested on the
road. This was considered satisfactory evi
dence that the guerilla force was daily becom.
ing weaker in the surrounding country.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
CAPT. TYLER.

One Of the Western papers informs us that
this individual passed down the Ohio river a
few weeks since. We now recollect to have
heard some one who had been ''loaIing" al
the Rail Road Depot here, say that the same
person had been seen in the cars which pass
ed this place about the same time. As John
Randolph once said of troublesome acquaint-
ance. who spoke of having passed his gate,
the Captain is heartily welcome to pass our
town, whenever it suits his convenience to
come this way.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
GREASY BOB.

A meeting Of the Locofocos has been called
in Lexington to hear reply TO the speech of
Mr.. CLAY, from r. M. WIcKLIFFE Of that
place. We have no doubt that this gentle
man, who is Familiarity known in his neigh
bourhood by the not very euphonous soubri-
quet of Greasy Bob, considers it an easy
task for a gentleman of his intellectual stature
10 annihilate HENRY CLAY. We look for a
flourish Of rumpets from the Locofoco press
when the speech appears.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

his present excellent healthy as that all candid
men would agree that ], was matter Of duty
on his part to accept, and that he ought not to
decline it-and we doubt not that he will, IN
due time, signify his determination to remain
in private life, If he should be satisfied that
such a course is necessary TO the success OF
the great cause which he has 50 long and so
zealously espoused.
We have thought il expedieni and right TO
put YOU in possession of the facts, views, and
opinions. which we now communicate. Ue
hare considered Il best thai this letter should be
regarded as confidential, because being tho.
roughly convinced Of the necessity of the great,
est harmony among all portions of the Wing
party, we desire to do nothing TO expose that
harmony 10 the least jeopardy-and although
we are fully satisfied OF the accuracy Of all
that we communicate, public discussion Of
il might lead 10 unfrlendly collisions and inlu-
rious consequences.
We are respectfully,
Your obedient servants,
LESLIE COMBS,
BENZ. GRATZ.
II. T. DUNCAN,
ID. G. WICKLIFFE,
b. w. DUDLEY,
G. ROBERTSON
THESE signatures are written IN their cwn
hands--the circular is printed.
P. S. We should feel obliged to you for
information or opinions you may feel disposed
10 communicate 10 us, or any one of US, in
reference to the subject of this letter.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
TENNESSEE SENATOR ELECTED

a teIegtaphlc despatch, received at Clncln-
natl, announces the election of the Hon. JOHN
BELL 10 the Senate of the United States by
the Legislature Of Tennessee, now in session.
MIR. Bell was formerly Speaker of the House,
and in the chair as presiding officer, ranked
next to Mr.. Clay. He was Secretary of War
during the brief Presidential career of Gen.
Harrison; since which, he has been in retire
ment. The Wings OF the Union will rejoice
to see him again in the public councils of the
country. He is wanting in these stormy
times to assist in keeping the ship of State
from running upon the breakers while under
Polk pilotage.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
THE wrLmor PHovrso.

The Montgomery (Alabama) Journal ex-
presses the opinion that sit is perfect folly for
the South, or any party at the South, to at
tempt to run Northern man for the Presiden-
cy in lS48 He must be Wilmot Proviso
man to have any chance of success; and will
the South go for such man? Why not then,
at once, run up the Taylor flag, and go for
Rough and Ready, who will win the North
and South and be safe for the Union ?n
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
Obttuarp.

DIED, at Harpors-Ferry, on Monday evening
Odd of Nov, after an illness of few days, MI.
WILLIAM McGRAw, aged about IS years
DIED, at Weverton, Md, ON the 10th inst, Of
disease of the heart, and in the Odd year Of bs
age, ANDREW DuNLop WEAVER.
DIED, ON Monday the LIST instant, at the res
dence of her brother in-law, near Mooreilsa'
Hardy county, Va of pulmonary a diseases n
Almond, of Stanardville, Va, formerly efLursy'
Page county, Va.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
FIRE INSURANCE..

We invite attention to the Card of MIR. MILLER,
of Charestown. Prudent men need scarcely be
reminded of the Importance of attending to this
subject. Mr.. MILLER will be in this place at the
next Court, in order to afford the citizens of our
town and county an opportunity of providing
against LOSSES by fire. The most satisfactory
reference will be given as to the solvency of the
Company.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
FOREIGN INTERFERENCE.

The Washington Correspondent of the N.
Y. Herald says that sufficient has been lately
ascertained OF the views Of the British Gov
eminent, TO make it certain that in no event
will that power interfere with us in our treat
ment of Mexico. Now's your time, Mr.. Polk
Give the poor devil another kick,--"he's got
no friends"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
CONGRESS AND THE LEGISLATURE.

The sessions will commence this year on
Monday the 9th of December. II will be EN-
phatically long session of Congress, and
must be an exciting one, The Mexican War
will be the principal topic, and is likely to
produce "war of words" as interminabe as
the war OF arms.
The Legislature win have several schemes
Of Internal Improvement before it, and ie-
vision Of the laws. The members go to work
tcithom pay, but we suppose, will soon look 10
the safely and comfort Of their own house,
hold.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

Dixon Fl. LEWIS, OF ALABAMA.-This
gentleman who is a candidate for re-eleclion
to the U. S. Senate, has always been consid-
cred the particular friend of Mr.. Calhoun. 1t
now appears that report is in circulation, in
Alabama, that the hitherto close political rela-
tons between them have been severed.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
RAILROAD ITEMS.

The Richmond papers state that nineteen miles
Of the extension of the Louisa Railroad have been
put under contract at the sum of IS, 029 per mile,
not including depots land damages, sc. Adding
liberal estimate for these the work complete
will cost, it is said, about $500 per mile.
Rutherford County, in Tennessee, has subscrib
ed 100000 to the stock of the Nashville and
Chattanooga Railroad Company, and it is thought
that this sum will be increased to 100000.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

rs The New York Mirror states, ON the au-
thority of one of Gen. Taylors friends that he
will not, during his six months absence, visit
Washington, attend any public meeting, nor
in any way seek notoriety, but will employ him
self exclusively in the management of his private
affairs, which have suffered from long neglect,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
FROM THE RIO cRANpr.

There is also later intelligence from the Rio
Grande.
General Taylor was TO leave Monterey on
the sth inst, for the United States, but had
not arrived at Matamoras on the 10th.
The fever, which had prevailed to so great
an extent at Matamoras, was subsiding-
Within few days most decided improve
ment was observed in the health Of the city.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

0u- In the middle ages, in France, person
convicted Of being a calumniaor was condem-
ned to place himself on all fours, and bark like
dog, for quarter Of an hour. If this Gus
tom were adopted at the present day, there
would be some bow wowing.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

The PRosFEor OF PEAcE.-The official or
gan announces, with oracular clearness, that
"there may be no immediate peace; but it
must come in the course Of six--at all events,
Of twelve months"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

SHAp IN NovEMBER.-A fine fat Shad,
weighing near four pounds was caught We'd
nesday week. near the Narows, Staten Island,
by Joseph Silva.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

0D-It is a singular coincidence that Gen.
ScoTT entered the City of Mexico on the 18th
of September. the day which is celebrated
through Mexico as the anniversary Of its In
dependence
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
Religious Nottee.

SDROvIDENCE permitting, the
sAk>--'@s--S II fourth Quarterly Meeting for
berkeley Circuit, will be held in the Methodist
Episcopal Church in this place, on Saturday the
4th day of December next. under the superinten-
dence of the Rev. HENRY EARRING, p. +.
November IS, lS47.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

The Lewsburg (Va) Chronicle speaks Of
immense droves of hogs, which are passing
through that town eastward. There they are
held al s. and &c.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

~ 1t turns out that the rumor of the arrival
co, was incorrect tits still hoped, however, that
he will return to the United States in time to
reach WASHINGTON BY the time Congress convenes.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

o. The Louisville Journal insists that the
Postmaster General has one talent, at least
for quarrelling with railroad companies and
mail contractors!
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02

Or A New York paper states there are up.
wards Of three hundred omnibusses in that ci-
~, every one ofwhich passes through the low
er part Of Broadway.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
Four Hundred Acres,

In long square, and will suit for TWO FI'Il
divided by the creek. II has GOOD d.
DINGS, and more than half in good uu''s
with fine pines, white oak ana hooP p Mr.
will sell on accommodating 'eiiis he
HousEwoRTH, living thereon, WIN s I,.r.
premises. If not sold by the ls' o. 1aTs"
Il will be for rent JOHN
Dec 2, lS47-3t.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-12-02
Che nlarkets.
BALTIMORE MARKET, NovEMBE
BERKELEY LAND FOR SALE.

II OFFER at private sale, my tract !, q LEX LaI
Il in Berkeley County, lying on B acA wi Il
two miles above the Paek-horse rOa''
contains