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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1848-03-24

PROGRESS OF THE AGE-RAIL RoADs.-lf
we believed that anything we could say on
ine subject of Rail Roads would arouse our
people to just sense of their duty in this be-
half to themselves, and to the age and COM
munity in which they live, we would not mind
spending time and space in appealing to them
We are panied, however, to think that our
time and labor would be thrown away. We
will. nevertheless, say word or two.
We notice in the Charleston press, strong
appeals made to the people of that city to aid
in the completion of the Chattanooga and
Nashville Rail Road. This Road when COM
pleted, our readers may be aware, will fully
and fairly connect the great valley of the Mis-
sissippi with the Atlantic seaboard. Charles
ton and Savannah are the great rivals for the
commerce which its completion will necessa-
riIy bring to the shores Of the Atlantic. With
this part of the scheme, the people of Will
mington, we are free to admit, have not much
to do. We cannot reasonably expect to get
much of the produce of Tennessee. In another
aspect 1ce are deeply, yea vitality, interested
in the project. When that Road is completed,
the number of travellers that will pass North
and South via the Atlantic route, will be, if
we are not egregioutly mistaken, increased
three-fold at least The route will be shorter,
more expeditions, and cheaper, to the people
of large region of the valley of the Mssis-
sippi, than the present route up the MISSISSIPPI
pi and Ohio Rivers Why then will we not,
by an effort, commensurate with the great OBJ
iect in view, endeavor to avail ourselves OF
the immense advantages which the completion
of this and other Southern and Western Roads
will place at our disposal, if we will only
stretch out our hands to receive them Would
we but build the Manchester Rail Road now,
we would be prepared to transport the vast
concourse of travellers which must inevitably
seek the seaboard on their way to the North
and East Ii ever there were any set Of peo-
pie who are called upon by every motive that
can move men to prompt and energetic action
they are the people of Eastern North Carolina
particularly of Wilmington and the adjoining
Counties. Will our people not stir them
selves? We have it now in our power, by
proper exertions, 10 ensure for ourselves ar
amount of prosperity far beyond anything
which we have yet witnessed, if we will only
do our duty We can build the Road ant
make it the most profitable work of the kim
in the Southern country, if we will. Why Cal
we not do it
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1848-03-24

the secretary of legation with Mr. Wise at the
court of Brazil is scholar and statesman
OF acknowledged talent; is familiar with the
Spanish language. which he writes and speaks
with great ease and is every way recommen-
ded, by his manners and attainments, 10 grace
the station to which he has been called.
" Every American wishes these gentlemen
success in the important MISSION on winch
they are sent"
P. S.-Since writing the above we have the
Union of the 10th instant, in which We find
the following announcement
Appointment by the President,
BIZ and Nth tie 0dUice and consent of the
Sendte--Nathan Clifford, TO be associate COM
missioner to Mexico, with the powers of en-
voy extraorlinaryand minister pleiipotentiary.
The treaty itself. it will be recollected, was
sent out some eight or ten days ago by the
hauds of Col: Graham. The Union gives the
following reasons for the appointment of MIR.
Clifford, &c.
AS COL Sewer has been for several days
prostrated with sickness, and will not proba-
bly, be able to leave Washington for Mexico
for some DAYS to come, the President of the
United States deemed it his duty to avoid any
delay, and to nominate another commissioner.
Accordingly the nomination of Mr.. Clifford
went in 10 the Senate yesterday at IL o'clock,
and it was promptly confirmed in closed doors.
He goes TO Mexico as associate commissioner,
and clothed with joint and separate powers.
Mr. Clifford is an eminent citizen of the State
of Maine, and deservedly possesses the conf
dence of the administration and the country.
He has been distinguished member of Con-
gress-is the Attorney General OF the United
States, an accomplished member of the cabi-
net, and familiar with all the measures and
views OF the government. No appointment
could, therefore, be more appropriate.
Mr.. Clifford left Washington last night, in
company with Mr.. Walsh, the secretary of lie.
CATION and takes the southern route for New
Orleans, whence he will Immediately embark
for Vera Cruz.
Arrangements have been made 10 carry ou
the commissioner at once from New Orean:
to Vera Cruz, and thence to the capital; anC
similar ones for conveying Col. Sewer, as soor
as he is able to travel.
We heard from Col Sewer last evening"
He is decidedly convalescent, and hopes tt
leave Washington on Tuesday or Wednesday
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

Extensive Fire in Allentown-The best part Of
the Town Laid . Ashes.
The town of Allentown, in this state has
been visited with terribly destructive fire
the loss being estimated as high as S25O,0O0.
Alcorrespondent of the inquirer furnishes The
following particulars ks
ALLENTowE, June 1st, 1913.
The most beautiful and active part of our
town lies in ashes. Fire, this awful calamity,
has Visited our peaceful town, wreaked its
vengeance OH its very heart, and left il in a
deplorable condition. The fire broke out in
frame stable near the centre Of the town, at
about O'Clock this afternoon there being
strong sou,heasterly wind, it spread with aw-
full rapidity in that direction and raging most
vehemently until o'clock, when the follow
ing buildings were already laid in rnins,
The splendid new Odd Fellows Hall,
(which was nearly ready for dedication,) oc-
cupied by Weiss & Lochman's shoe and va
riety store; Keck's tailoring establishment,
and H. Nagle's oyster cellar Gwinn g. Qnenn-
inger's store; Selfridge s. Wilson's store
James Trexler's Hotel; Yeager Weidner's
store Joseph Weiss jewelry store; Thomas
| Ginskinger's tin and stove store = Gang
er's millinery shop and residence; Thomas
| Newhart's tailoring establishment; DR.. Don
nosky's drug store Metz & Weaver's store
Wagner g. Hoover's store; Ell. Newhart's
hardware store the Post Office; Geo. Lu-
cass shoe store; Nathan Hersh's clothing
store Mrs. Browns millinery; @ Cole
cedar ware establishment; ]. F. Rushe's TO-
bacco store; Reuben Rice's chair manufaco
ry; Charles Sholrs tailor shop; together with
the following private residences: DAME
Keiper's, Mr.. Keiper's, Peter Hoover's ant
granary, Joshua Hains', Mrs. Heckman's DIR
c. II. Martins, Joseph F. Newhart's Mrs
Catharine Grof's, Dresher Woodrings, an'
} Mrs. Meyers. These are all the building
destroyed as far as was able TO ascertain
, A large number of stables and out house
, were also burned down.
The progress of the fire was arrested at a
bout S, o'clock. Had the wind, after tn
fire was raging for some time, not taken
more southern direction, the greatest part Q
the town would probably have been bume
down. The loss is immense. The fir
+ spread so rapidly that but very little of tn
e store goods and other movables were saved
, The loss must at least be about $3.50, ,000.-
, The stable where the fire originated is suI
posed to have been set on fire by boys, play
ing in it with cigars and fire crackers.
u About one third of the property destroyed
= | understand is covered by insurance.
e Since writing the above, | have learne
thu, upwards of forty families were throw
on, of their homes. f. l.. l..
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
THE ,yH,G CONVENTION.

This body now assembled at Philadelphia,
to nominate candidate for the Presidency,
met at the Upper Saloon of the Chinese
Museum, on Wednesday morning. The
convention was fully organised by the Sc
lection of Governor Morehead of North
Carolina as President. The representation
was not full, some Of the States not having
sent full delegations, while others had more
than their quota. Missouri, for instance,
being entitled to seven, had thirty present.
Various prelimary matters were discussed
in relation to the appointment of commit
tees, Sc, of little importance, except a
warm skirmish between the friends of Clay
and Taylor. The former having attempted
to exclude the delegates from Texas, who
had given the Louisiana delegation authori-
ty to act for them, and who are in favor OF
Gen. Taylor. The decision was in favor
of the Texas delegates, which secures to
Gen. Taylor the 4 votes of that state. The
report ofthe committee on credentials most
probably brought up the question next day
The struggle was to prevent the Louisiana
delegation from casting the vote for Texas
The convention then adjourned TO Thurs
day, when, we presume the nomination
was made, the result, and proceedings O.
which, we will give in our next. The con.
fusion on the floor and gallery, was SC
great, that members could scarcely hea
what was going on.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

u DEAD BODY FoUNp.-The body of
a man apparently between 80 and 60 years
of age, was found on Monday last in the
Susquehanna, nearly opposite the residence
of Peter Bixler ESQ.,, in Lower Mahonoy
tsp, in this county. The deceased had a
small blank book in his pocket but there
was nothing in it to afford a clue to his i
IDENTIFY, or to show from whence he came.
We do not recollect Of any one having dis
appeared from this neighborhood.
. We have since learned that paper was
found in his pocket, on which was written,
''My name is - Albert" There was
also pint bottle in his pocket, partly filled
with whiskey. The appearance of the
body indicated that he had not been long in
the water.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

CuMrLtxroS.- Wughfs Indian Vegetable
Pills are tie best cosmetic IN the uorld; tecauss
hey cleanse ard puffy The body Of those morbid
nurrors which, if lodged 10 the cuticle, are the
cause not only If yellow swarthy complexion
and ouehness Of the skin, hut al kinds of erup.
i've dis, Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills
and purify The blood, and. therefore, give Asal,h
and vieor o the ~hole frame, which in mm. oil
be sure to give clear and he,lthy complexion
Caut on-To avoid counterfeits. purchase from
those only who show a certifcste Of agency.
representing the landing Of William Penn and
compare the labels the box with the fac similrs
o. the certificate. To te genuine. they mus, be
eN city alike, santiure and all. Beware Of coun-
eils aud imposition.
or The genuine for sale by HESas MAssxs.
sole agent for Sunbury, and other SCENTS, publish
ed in another part Of this paper.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
Meeting of the Barnburners.

NEW YORK, June b.
A large and enthusiastic meeting of the
Barnburners assembled this evening in the
Park. Mark Spencer was chosen President
with about fifty Vice Presidents and fifteen
or twenty Secretaries.
&C. Cambreleng read the protest of the
Barnbnrners, and said that the Hunkers were
the seceders and the Banburners the true
Democracy He was followed by John Van
Buren,, who said that the Barnbumers would
not, under any circumstances, vote for any
uomnee of the Wing Convention, and that
they aimed to preserve the Democratic party
intact.
B. f. Butler said that he did not recognize
the nomination of Gen. Cass; il was not
binding on the Democracy, and he would be
governed by the Convention TO assemble on
the 22d of June. That Convention would
examine the claims of Gen. Cass, and if he
was found to be sound on the subject of the
extension of slavery to free territory, that
body might nominate him. He concluded
by saying that if such Convention as the
one assembled in Baltimore had nominated
Mr.. Van Buren,, Dix, or Slade, or even a
Thomas jefferson, he would not support it.
Mr. Butler was followed by Mr.. Nye, and
after the adoption of the resolutions, the meet
ing adjourned in high spirits.
The Hunkers also organized meeting in
front of the Hall of Records, which was also
largely attended. No prominent speaker.
were ir attendance.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
FoR THE AMERICAN.

MIR. EDITOR AS the time is approaching
for the selection of good persons TO fill the
various Offices a, the coming election, for the
county OF Northumberland. Myself and neigh.
bors have come TO the conclusion to offer the
name of HENRY READER, as an individual
they think most worthy TO discharge the i'm
portant duties belonging to the office Of
Sheriff. We therefore recommend to the
consideration of the Democratic Electors Of
Northumberland County, HENRY READ ER,
of Delaware township, for that office. He
understands the GERMAN well, and is staunch
Democrat, and is well qualified for the office.
Ard in accordance with the usages of tho
democratic party, the other side of the river is
entitled to the Sheriff 1t has heretofore been
customary that this office in particular be
given TO the different sides of the river, alter
nately. We do hope that this rule will in
future be adhered to. We, in this section Of
the County, understanding the business Of the
claims of the other side of the river, are fully
determined TO go in heart and hand for the
nomination of HENRY READER, as an act
of justice to the Forks. Henry Reader is we'll
known as an honest and intelligent German
and is just such man as we ought to have
| in the office of Sheriff. JACKSON.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
WASHINGTON, May 80, 1913,

Gentlemen: have the honor to acknow-
ledge the receipt of your letter of the 2Sth
instant, announcing 10 me that have been
nominated by the Convention of the Demo-
cratic party, lis candidate for the office OF
President of the United States, at the ap-
preaching election.
While accep'. with deep gratitude, this
distinguished honor-and distinguished in
deed it isl do So with Il fearful apprehen-
sion of the responsibility it may eventually
bring with it, aud with profound conviction
that it is the kind confidence of my fellow
citizens, far more than any merit of my own,
which has placed me thus prominently before
the American people. And fortunate shall
be, ifthis confidence should find, in the events
Of the future, better justification than is
furnished BY those of the past.
have carefully read the resolutions of the
Democratic National Convention, laying down
the platform of our political faith, and adhere
to them as firmly, as Iapprove them cordially.
And while thus aihcring 10 them, shall do 80
with sacred regard TO 1.-The principles and
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Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
MEXICAN AFFAIRS.

The Trsay-Parsdes - The troops The Indi-
ans Orgrnisosion Of an american Force
from tke Disbanded Volunteers, for the Pro
tcctioH:cf Mszieo. ~,
Chaprarral, the correspondent of the N. o.
Delta, sends the following letter to that pa
per, which, though communicating no later
intelligence is interesting = ,..
tLfIL CRY OF Mexico, May IS, 1s4s.
The message of Pena was not very well
received in the Congress, and had not the
document Of Rosa come to its relief, it might
have been the subject Of much discussion
This document of Rosa accompanied the pre-
sentation of the treaty. Ii is very long, and
| have been told very able.
The health of the whole army is now good,
comparatively speaking, and the idea of get
ting home Or into active operations. has rous-
ed them from that state into which life of
inactivity for eight months had thrown them.
An indirect proposition had been sent me
to organize force from the disbauded A.
merican army, of from one to five thousand
men, whose pay will be guaranteed to them
through foreign houses, and when they serve
out a term of enlistment, they can either return
home, or remain in this country as citizens
with a certain amount of land given them tt
settle upon. When say that this PROPOSE
ton came 10 me, do not wish you to under
stand that it was intended for me 10 orgarixt
and command that force, but oaly to give {,
it such publicity that it might be known a
mongst our officers and men. The goverI
ment at Queretaro are anxious to obtain tn
services of such men, and believe Ger
Buffers permission has been asked TO le
them off, or such as might be disposed TO rt
main in the country. With three thousan
men even, remaining here from the America
ranks, the government would be secure froi
the revolutionists or Indians for Meth,
would like to measure swords with them
Five thousand Americans, with any part
could rule this country.
CHAPPARAL.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

% POSTAGE ON NEwsrAPERs.--Con-
gress has reported bill allowing newspa-
pers to be carried free for 80 miles and un-
der. 1t will no doubt become law, and
probably go in effect next month. Our
readers will no doubt be glad of ,his, as
their papers will be more safely and regu-
larly carried. The act, also allows addition
al compensation to small offices, which is
all right enough, as they are, at best, but
poorly paid.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
DEMOCRATIC NOMINATIONS.
FOR PRESIDENT,
GEN. LEWIS CASS,
Of Michigan.
FOR yICE.PREsIDENT,
GEN. WIN. o. BUTLER,
Of Kentucky.
For Cnnal Commissioner:
ISRAEL PAINTER,
of Westmoreland County.

Uy- PEACE WITH MExIco.-Our readers
will, no doubt, rejoice that the Mexican
Congress has, at last, ratified the treaty of
peace which had been negotiated by MIR.
Trst, and sent out by our Commissioners,
Messrs. Clifford and Sewer. There is some
doubt whether all our troops will return,
until after the sickly season. Many, ii is
said will remain permanently in Mexico.
If any remain, land it is said that it is the
desire of the Mexican government they
should) we presume they will be of the re-
gular army. The volunteers, as the fight
ing is over, will make tracks home as fast
as possible.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

~ Mr.. DEsHoNc, Mathematician FROM
New York called on us yesterday at our Of
fee; We put down a row Of "a figures
which he added up in one second-We pla-
cehsa row Of six figures below a similar row,
which he multiplied, and put down the re-
suit in one row, about as soon as we codlJ
make the figures. Those who want to learn
the principal, address p M. Deshong, New
York city. ..A -
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
THOMAS c. GARRETT & co.
IMPORTERS OF
~ Il Up Ca Et SA S

Ebael and britannia Wae, Cutlery. and
II Fansv Goojs,-and Manufacturers Of Jew.
elry and Silver Ware, 1879 Chesnut street, Phila-
dspha; have received by lare arrivals 4 ls.gs and
hsnisnne so,k of English and French Watches.
and Marhl, Porcelain and Fancy Clocks.
Plated Urns. Castors Cikc Baskets, High and
Ch"mb re indles'icks Soup LidIes, Spoons and
T rh-. Als' god assortment of Britannia
Ware d d Fine CuIl,ry.
Thcr stock # IEWElRY is large and ofihe
most f. h lale K nj. aud they are well ,uppIled
ith Silver Sioons. Forks, Mugs. Napkin Rings,
Butte Knivss &c, and wi hour m king any dis
play of ices il the public prints, they arc pre-
raT.d la sell as low as tho>e who do, and invite
'rsons wishing to purchase To call.
Phl,i, .hia, June 10, lS4S -6m
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
CUTLERY.
4 n extensive Stock If Pocket end Table CUT.
IA bERY, for sale by a. ID. ....,
JOHN M. COLEMAN.

Nos. 32 and 80 ARCADE. and 81 Norfh
THIRD STREET.
e mp iIng 5000 dozen renkniees, Sciss IRE and
...- Rz1rs.
Also, choice assortment Of Rodgers & Sons,
No Heuho ms, q ,aves's, w. & 8. Butchers aud
F-"ney's Cuil ~.
Also, Spanish, Dix and Hunting Knirs.
sl.o, Guns, T. sti's, an Bowie ki ii.e..
Ais TIE AmtricGn Razor Srop, . superior
sriirie wo tY ihr attention of Dealers
tApn-Drahr II IN Culleiy, viii tinl the above
Sock worthy their attention, al the Subscribers
chief hus ness 10 importing and selling cutrry.
Phil idell l'his, Jane 10Th, ls4S-iy.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

GIThe nomination of Gen. Cass and Gen.
Butler is well received. II is undoubtedly
the strongest ticket that the convention
could have made. Our whig friends know
ing this, are convinced of the necessity of
taking up strong man. Hence their eff
forts TO nominate Gen. Taylor, although
many the party now denounce him as
being no whig.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

~ The weather during the past week,
until yesterday, was cool, cloudy and un-
comfortable. We understand there has
been considerable hail further north. The
late rains have greatly improved vegeta-
uon..a - t-i,-s~se- 2, sshi svegr - hss
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10
From the Mobile Herald and Trib. Extra
IMPORTANT FROM MEXICO.
Peace Concludcd-The Army to be Removed.
Peace Concludcd-Th

TUESDAY MORNING, May Soil A. NJ.
We received this morning despatch from
the Delta office, containing important news
from Mexico, by the steamship Edith, which
arrived this morning at New Orleans. Let
ters from '!Mustang' were received up to
the 2lst uliimo, from the city of Mexico.
The Treaty was ratified by the Chamber
of Deputies on the 10Th ult, at 6, O'Clock,
p. NJ. The vote on it was fiityoue to thirty
five. In the other branch of Congress there
is no doubt that it will be approved by a COM
paraiively much larger vote.
Orders had been issued for the calling in
of the ou,pos,s Of the army and they were
expected 10 march for the coast between the
Isl and 18th of June
Gen Persfer F. Smith has been appointed
superintendent for the embarkation of the
forces at Vera Cruz, and he was 10 leave the
city of Mexico for the the purpose of enter
ing on this duty on the Gath ult.
This important news is beyond question,
and we take great pleasure in laying it before
our readers.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

70 The UNION MAGAZINE published by
Jas. l.. DE Graw l+O Nassau ST., New York.
The June number of this periodical con-
tains, besides several handsome engravings,
much useful as well as entertaining matter.
1t is published monthly at 80 per annum or
$5 for two copies.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

" WHITE STRAwBERRIEs.-We are in
debted to our friend, Mr.. Geo. Zimmerman
of this place, for mess of delicious white
strawberries, the product of his garden.-
They were remarkably fine, in size and fla
vOr.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-06-10

o. On our first page is an excellent poem
from the pen of Gen. Butler. There is an
among some that Gen. Butler,
though gallant soldier is an unlettered
man. This is mistake, Gen. Butler is a
good scholar and an able statesman.