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The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1847-10-30

INFLUENCE OF FAITH on THE INTELLECT
AND THE AFFEcrroSs.-Never yet did there
exist full faith in the Divine Word, (by
whom light as well as Immortality was
brought into the world.) which did not ex-
pand the intellect while it purified the heart,
which did not multiply the aims and objects
of the understanding. while it fixed and
simplified those Of the desires and passions.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1847-10-30

plain, downright, open hearted fellow $
conversation is as insipid, says Sir Plume,
as play without plot; it does afford one
the amusement Of thinking.-Shenstone.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1847-10-30

The fortunate have many parasites
Hope is the only one that vouchsafes at
tendance upon the wretched and the begyar
Shenstone.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1847-10-30

More men know how to get enough. than
when they have gotten enough, which
caussth their covetousness 10 increase with
their wealth.-FuHer.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1847-10-30

Love will make the whole wall gate,
70 procure its own escape.
The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1847-10-30

BENEVOLENT ESrEkrs1s-An ..,,~
chant Of Liverpool. (says the Christian W orld
has recently sent off the Mission ship W arr,n to
the Western coast Of Africa, for the purpose Of
establishing Scottish mission. The Society
has sent out number Of Missionaries, four OF
whom are coiored men, provided with every
thing necessary for successful operation in that
distant field.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26

The late letter of Gen. Taylor will stir up
no such row in the Wing Camp as our Dem.
ocratc opponents seem to anticipate. Even
the "Mrs. Partington's" of the Wing press,
who, on late memorable occasion, endeavor-
ed to roll back the raging waters with their lit
tie mops, recollect the shower bath they re-
ceived at that critical period, and are now mag.
UNANIMOUSLY offering to assist the ocean over
any little difficulties which may impede its
progress. The most sceptical can no longer
doubt, that, with the powerful cooperation Of
the "Mrs. Partington's," the "Atantic" will
hencelorth have every thing its own way
Rich. Rep.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
THINGS I'M PHILADELPHIA.

DusT We ARE, &c.-In digging the cellar Of
a new building in Crown street, above Race,
Philadelphia, a day or two ago, several bodies
were found: the collins rotted and decayed but
the bodies seemingly in tolerably good prese r
walton. They were brought into the open air,
when lol they instantly lost the shape Of bo-
dies and orumbled away into mass of dust.
The spot was formerly grave yard.
A SAD CAsE,-Connected with the unhap-
py state Of mind of a Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson
in Philadelphia, is sad story-a tale of the
ruin of daughter upon whom she doated.--
The mental alienation thus caused, has led 10
two attempts at self destruction lately by jun
ping out ofthe third story window Of her house
in the last attempt on Monday evening, she
was seriously injured.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26

the 9Th inst, and arrived here 20 miles below
the Crossings, on last night The battalion
has not moved together since we len Fort
Leavenworth; Capt Sheppard and Woecham
were seperate, while Captains Cunningham,
Paul and Games were in one body, under
the command Of Lieut.. Col Easion.
On the evening Of the 20th instant, while
some Of our men Of had crossed the Arkansas
river ION the banks Of which we were encamp-
ed) for the purpose ofprocurlng 6re wood, the
Indians pounced upon them. and before any
assistance could be rendered, eight OF them
were killed and four wounded. The alarm
was soon in camp that the Indians had attack
ed our men on the opposite shore, and IN a
few moments Capt. Barnes Co. which was
encamped at point nearest the river, hasten
ed to their relief, but before they could get in
musket range the Indians had made good their
retreat on their horses. Capt McNaIr's Com
pany OF Cavalry, which has been with us since
we left Council Grove, We're soon in their sad
dies aud in pursuit, bu. they did not succeed
in overtaking them.
The party of Indians which made the at
tack was about so in number. Scouting par
ties, in all numbering, 1t is supposed, between
three and four hundred, was seen on the sur
rounding heights. They were well mounted,
and were il is supposed, Camaaehes. Fifty
Of our men were across the river at the time
the attack was made, were in small parties and
entirely unarmed. Nearly all ofthe killed and
wounded were most horribly lanced and scalp
ed. One Of them was literally covered with
lance and arrow wounds. The names of the
killed and wounded is as follows Company
ID. Killed--Capt Paul, 2 Porter, and Charles
Frass, Wounded Company Capt. Barnes
VIM. Duncan, Lodwick, James and II.
Barlow. Volunteer Regiment.
johnson, and - wounded. We will re-
main four or five days, 10 repair wagons and
to rig up Hayden's train Of wagons, which
are now lying at the Ford, the cattle for which
were nearly all stolen BY the Indians, prevent
ing them from going over.
The report that the Fort had been surprised
by the Indians proves 10 be erroneous. The
Indians attacked and killed three men, but did
not burn the Fort.
The man who built and has charge of it
says he will abandon il unless some thirty men
Of our battalion are ordered TO remain with
him-of which think there is no probability.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
CAPTAIN AuLrCH.

A writer in the American Mail over the sig
nature Of "Ned Buntline, late Of the U. S. Ma
wy" some weeks since, charged this officer
with ''cowardice and skulking from his duty"
during the bombardmen; of Vera Cruz
Thereupon the Captain addressed letter to
the Secretary Of the Navy, requesting to be
informed whether any charges affecting his
official character, had been preferred against
him; the Secretary replies that the despatches
from Vera Cruz in relation to the lombard
ment, speak in high terms Of the gallan,ry and
goDd conduct of all the officers concerned in
the affair, and that no charges of any descrip.
ton have been preferred against Capt. A.
"Ned." however, appears in second com.
municaton to the Mail, in which he states
that he has furnished his name and ad
dress to Capt. AuLIoK and Commodore PER-
RY, that he is responsible man, and that he
is ready to prove his charges by officers of high
standing in the service. There the matter
rests for the present. Capt. AuLicK won the
reputation of a gallant officer during the wal
of 1912, and we never before heard of augh
calculated TO tarnish his reputation, except
the story that his has more than once attempt.
ed to conceal his humble, though worthy and
respectable origin.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
THE DREADFUL. sHxpwREcK.

Our Telegraphic despatch Of Wednesday
announced the loss of the ship Iduna. The
~ York Commercial gives the particulars -
"A telegraph despatch received in this city,
dated Boston, last evening, says that the ship
Shanunga, Patten, from Liverpool, bound 10
Boston, came in contact on the morning ofthe
9th instant IlaIltude ana longitude mol glven)
about one O'Clock, in the thick fog, with the
Swedish barque lduna, Captain Moberg from
Hamburg, bound to Boston, with two hun
bred and six persons on board Thirty min
utes after the collision the barque went down,
carrying with her one hundred and serenity t,ro.
Capt. Patten, Immediately after the collision
lowered the boats and sent them to the rescue
OF those on board the lduna, Of whom they
succeeded, with one boat from the barque, in
rescuing thirly-lour.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
A SCENE AT CAPE MAY.
The following lively letter is from the Phila-
delphia Inquirer:

Inc iSNti 10 llOiAi
delphia Inquirer:
CAPE MAY, August Is.
Mr.. Clay arrived here on Monday evening,
and was met at the landing by nearly all the
visters on the Island, Al soon as il was as
certained that he was on board the Robert Nor
rs, the multitude commenced shouting and
huzzaing; aad when he pu, foot on shore.
their Joy appeared 10 know no bounds. The
ladies' waved their handkerchiels from the car
rages 10 welcome him, and amidst rejoicing
and enthusiasm, he was conveyed 10 the Is
land The flags at the several houses We're
instantly displayed, and the Island suddenly
assumed an appearance of life and activity TO
which it had been for some time stranger.
Together with his friends. Mr.. Swift and
Mr.. White. Mr.. Clay stops at the Mansion
House, (Mr Ludam's). 1t was refreshing
sight TO see this greatest man OF our country,
after the first excitement of his arrival was o.
yer. quietly strolling on the beach, or enjoy
ing his segar. or engaged in a social chat with
the ladies' Overcome with the iatIgues OF the
day, he retired al an early hour. IL had been
previously announced that he would meet his
friends the next morning, at O'Clock, IN the
Public Hall or Saloon.
Long before the appointed hour the room
was thronged with the boarders OF the several
hotels.-When he entered, II seemed as though
the whole Island had assembled. He was in
uoduced 10 the company by the master OF GER
emones, and then every person IN the room
walked up, and was particularly introduced
and shook him by the hand As soon as this
ceremony was over, the Brass Band struck up
the "Clay March," and Mr.. Clay, taking the
arm of one Of the ladies led of a promenade,
in which all present Immediately joined.
Shortly before the bathing hour he took his
leave, and all FASTENED to JON him in the surf.
TIE gentlemen escorted him to the waters
edge, and the ladies then crowded around.-
MIR. Clay seemed surprised and astonlshed at
the novelty of his situation; but quickly en-
tering into the spirit of the fun, he became de-
lighted-at one moment he swan on top Of
the breakers, and as he did so, with his head
covered with bathing hat, YOU could hardly
have believed he was more than Also much
agility and life did he display in his motions.
AT another moment, he was deeply engage
in ducking the ladies' heads under the water,
or having his own forced down.
Great was the scrambllng among the ie-
males TO grasp his hand in the water. Reue'
tanty did he leave the surf when his friends
deemed it expedient for hun. He expressed
his satisfaction and delight as soon as he en-
erged from the sea. He will probably remain
on the Island till the early part Of next week.
We expect him TO dine at the Columbia house
on Thursday or Friday. About sixty passeh-
gers came down in the Ohio yesterday, VIVA
/ the Hon. John Nj. Clayton, who is stopping
at the atlantic" The weather here IS DE-
| lightsul, the bathing superb, and the accom-
modatons excellent, There are about sh
hundred on the Island
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
JOSEPH n. CHANDLER. ESQ.


We have the pleasure of announcing that this
distinguished gentleman has yielded to the sohci-
tatons of his Masonic brethren here, and will de-
liver the address on the occasion Of the dedication
Of our handsome new Hall
There IL no man living, who enjoys n greater
degree, than does Mr.. CHAspIER, the grateful
veneratron of his brethren of the Masonic Order.
Through the whole course of his brilliant and use
fal public career, he was the able, devoted, and
successful champion Of Masonry, patiently endu-
ring obloquy and persecution for the sake Of the
cause he loved, and ever exhibiting in his own
person the moral grandeur and beauty of the
principles for which he so manfully contended.-
When the mobocratic fury of Anti Masonry was
at its height, the House of Representatives Of
Pennsylvania. yielding to the fanatical and turbu-
lent spirit of the times, caused Mr.. CHANDLER to
be arrested and brought TO the bar Of the House,
and upon his refusal to 'srevea the secrets Of Ma
sonry' imprisoned him for contempt If ne mis-
take not, Mr.. DALLAS, the present Vice President
of the United States, and the venerable MIR. HAIR
PER of the "Chambersburg Repository, were the
coHpahiuhs VI ms Imprisonment. Ahe waves Vi
party spirit, which had been wrought into fury by
the breath of wicked men, subsidized in due time,
and Mr.. CHANDLER in his ''green old age" adorn-
ed with 'the jewels ola wel-spent life, - is reap
ing the rich reward of his labors in the veneration
and respect with which he is regarded by good
men of all sects and pcrsuasions.
The eminent reputation of MIR. CHANDLER as a
public speaker, will doubtless attract a large
number of his admirers to Martinsburg on the 4th
of September.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
RATHER A TOUGH STORY.

We have heard some hard yarns in our day
but we were told Of one the other day that caps
the climax, which occurred at Harper's el-
ry on Thursday last. A horse attached TO d
small wagon ran of. down Shenandoah siFee,
and there being a very heavy grade, the horse
by some means got both his hind legs y 'ae
front Of the wagon, and continued his hgns
down the street on two legs. VI course ui'g
proves as clear as mud that the locomolon q
a horse is not dependenton four legs--'wo y
them being as unnecessary appendices a. u'
third wheel 10 a cart Charleslole'l Free f'S'''
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
OUR BOOK TABLE.
"CATALOGUE,' &c. of the Wesleyan
Female Seminary, at Staunton, Va.

Female Seminary, at stanton, Va.
This flourising academy is under the man
agement of the Baltimore Conference Of the
Methodist Episcopal Church, fact, which OF
itself, constitutes strong claim for the Insti-
tuition, TO the patronage and support of the
members Of that denomination of Christians.
Staunton possesses many peculiar advantages
for the education ofyouth, and the reputation
of the Principal Of this academy, The Rev. JAS.
r. FINCH, A. NJ, is deservedly high.
Grahams Magazine for August, is filled as
usual with contributions from the pens of the
most charming and popular of our American au-
thors. The engravngs-a Portrait of the Prin-
cess Royal of Great Britain, and Jacob Wis
ion, " are beautiful, and pronounced by connos-
seurs to be worth the subscription to the Maya
zine, 50 year
We have not received the Gladys Book for
August
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
THE CROPS OF MICHIGAN.

A letter from Detroit TO the Boston Atlas
says.-"In former letter, stated upon the
authority ofJudge Whpple, of Michigan, that
the wheat crop Of this State would not be more
than large enough TO supply the wants of the
inhabitants | find now that the statement was
entirely erroneous. The farmers are in the
midst of noble harvest, the wheat is univer-
sally good, and il is said there will be one fourth
more for expectation this year than last"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26

o. We beg leave to assure our cetempora-
ry of the Richmond Times" that the des
cuption of the Fancy Ball at Berkeley Springs
was "attempted" by our esteemed correspon-
dent, for the entertainment of the ''gay circles
at the Springs, and with no idea of provoking
criticism.
We are glad to find that such critics as the
editors of the In'elligencer and the Baltimore
American, agree with us in the opinion that
the "attempt' was very successful one
The notice of Maj. DOWNING should have read
con his return TO Mexico"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
PROTECTION IN GREAT BRITAIN.

Those who quote the example ofGreat Bri'
tain to justify the removal Of all projections,
should read the following extract from speech
made TO his constituents by Mr. Smythe one
of the most efficient co.operators with Sir Ro-
bert Peel, in his recent free trade measures:
81 cannot, however, quit this subject OF
Free Trade without expressing my opinion on
the abstract principle. by no means hold
that the principle Of Free Trade is absolutely
true, nor that it is Of universal application
III 1ere an .7HsricGil, the citizen ola young
country, IIould be a protectioaiG If were
a Frenchmau--the native OF an old country
with its industry undevelaped, should equal
ly be protectlonlst
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
FURTHER.

A letter from the Battalion dated 18th OF Ju.
~, informs us that Capt. Shepherd moved ~
the day previous, and that Capt Woechen
would leave on that day. Three companies,
comprising the Battalion, would leave on the
following day. Coons and several Of the ira
ders, were travelling in company with Capt.
Woechen.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
ALABAMA.

The Mobile Daily Advertiser Of the 18th in.
slant says
1t is useless longer TO cumber our columns
with details. The general result is known
the Locos have elected their governor after suf-
tering shocking fright, and have carried both
branches OF The Legislature by "the skin Of
then teeth"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
BLUE INK,

We yesterday morning received bottle of
beautiful light Blue Ink, ofhis own manufac-
ture, from Mr.. John NJ. Young of this place
We consider it an excellent article, being free
from the sediment which usually render this
kind of Ink Objectionable.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
MIR. FRENCH.

This gentleman positively denies the charge
OF Partially preferred against him by Potomac.
The issue is thus made up between the two.
and we shall expect Potomac to support his
charge.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26

Indiana, at the late election, gave a large
majority Of the popular vote in favor Of the
Wings.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
FROM THE BRAZos.

The U. S. transport schooner Belle, Capt.
Morgan, arrived at New Orleans on the 18th
inst, from Brazos Santiago, having sailed
thence on the 9th inst. The papers from Ma
tamoros are no later than have been before re-
ceived, but mail came through from the ar
my of Gen. Taylor.
The Matamoros Flag estimates the force
under Gen. Taylor, TO amount to 900 men,
distributed as follows Buena Vista 1900;
Monterey 700; Cerralvo 264; Upper Rio
Grande $500; Lower Rio Grande 600
Total 900.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1847-08-26
Late and Important .Ne,cs from Santa Fe-S

Late and Important Ne,cs from Santa Fe--Sad
.Ne,cs of the ST. LOUIS Battalion- Seperc
Battle 10Th the Iadia,,s-Eigh americans
kiiied-Eotu ,com1ded.
TO the very attentive ST. Louis coneSpon-
dent of the Louisville Courier, we are indebt-
ed for the following important letter from the
West.
CAMP OF ARKANSAS RIvER.}
July %, lS47.
| have 10 news worth transmitting to YOU
but what will be painful to your readers. We
left Concil Grove when wrote YOU last, on
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1847-11-19
10000 90
S2O3,72l IS


Now this sum is over 10 per cent on two mil.
,;ons of doIIsrs We consider this calculation to
he conclusive, because it is based upon a compsri
con of facts but we might go farther without fear
of being considered visionary, because this Road
completes line of communication much needed
in our country. Instead. therefore, Of looking for
support from the counties of Brunswick, Bladen,
Columbus, Robeson, Richmond and Ansen in
North Carolina. and the districts of Marion, Hor-
~, Darlington, Marlboro, Chesterfield and Sum-
ter, IN South Carolina, we open door to the whole
of South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama,
and large increase of business from Tennessee.
Louisiana, Texas, &c. Intelligent men concur in
the opinion that the business on the line. conse-
quent upon the completion of this improvement,
would, at the least calculation double. But to be
moderate, we will assume SO per cent Old the pres
ent business of the Wilmington & Ralegl. Rail
Road, and it will give US say one half the amount
of through travel; 50 per cent would equal $685.
239 81, which, added to 1903 72l IS, gives
S23S,99l l6, which is nearly equal to Is per cent
on the estimated cost of the Road or about IL per
cent on two millions, which will cover the cost oil
our Iron Road.
At your last annual meeting resolution was
passed, making it the duty of this board to apply
10 our Legislature, asking them to join The indi
vidual stockholders in creating Sinking Fund
by payment of five dollars on the share until the
debts of the Company were paid Off A Commit.
tee of your Board attended at Raleigh for the pur.
pose of urging upon the Legislature the propriety
of agreeing to said Resolution but no action wa:
taken by the Legislature on the subject. 1t was
therefore deemsd unnecessary to call on the lndi
viduaI stockholders for concurrence.
Herewith you have the report of the Committee
on Accounts; that of the Engineer and his est
mates for the coming year. Also the report o
Steam Boat Agent and that of Superintendent u
Machinery-all Of which is respectfully submitted
90 behalf of the board.
! Respectfully, ALEX. McRAE.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1847-11-19

GEORGIA LEGIsLATURE.-Att the latest dates
which we have from MiIeugeville, resoIu-
ton had passed the Senate bringing on the e.
lection of Senators. Mr.. Berrien has been
nominated in Wing caucus to fill his own va
cancy for six years from the 4th of last March,
and Mr. Dawson was nominated for the six
years next following the 4th of March, 1849,
in the place of Mr.. Colquitt, (Dem> 1t is not
certain yet whether the election of Mr.. Col
quits successor will be gone into.
P. S. Since writing the above we have &C.
counts stating that on the 18th both Houses
went into the election, when the result was
that indicated above Berrien to succeed him.
self, and Dawson to succeed Colquitt.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1847-11-19

MEETING OF STocK HoLDERs.-When we
went to press last week, ION Thursday after
noon,) the annual meeting of the Stock Hold
ers of the Wilmington-& Raleigh Rail Road
Company were il session at the Masonic Hall
in this town. In our paper OF this week. we
publish at length the proceedings of that
meeting, together with the Presidents annual
report Of the Operations of the past year.-
We do so, although it is long, because. in the
first place. the whole State of North Carolina
is interested in the affairs Of this Road. in as
much as nearly one half of the Stock is own
ed by the State; and in the second place, be-
cause almost every one in this portion OF the
State is deeply interested in knowing how our
Rail Road is getting along. We are really
rejoced to perceive from the report that the
business of the Road is daily increasing-that
the receipts of the present year are larger than
those OF any former year since the commence
ment of the work 1t will be seen that the
receipts of the Road for the past twelve months,
after deducting the whole of the expenses,
would, were the Road clear of debt, pay We
ry handsome dividend AS large dividend
as any Southern Road. This is cheering, and
should we be fortunate enough, and we do not
entertain doubt of it, to be able to build the
Manchester Road, there now remains not a
doubt upon our mind but that the Wilmington
& Raleigh Rail Road will, ere the lapse OF
many years, be in as prosperous and flourish
ing a condition as any similar work in the
United States We trust, then, that all who
are interested in the old Road will see it to be
tr.eir interest to extend all the aid in their
power towards the cousummation of this mos
desirable end-the completion of the Man
chester Road. We have no doubt but thai
they will.