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Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1848-07-29
PILES.

In ALL CAsrs OF PILrs, DR.. SWEETSEI
PANACEA will effect a very speedy euro. Il
moves from the blood, stomach and bowels.
those foul ncrid burning humors. which arc
cause Of Piles and Coslveness, and BY strength,
ing the digestive organs, improves every part of {
,ntire hoJy
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
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d. ED, at his fathers residence, in Rockbridge co.
on the evening Of the ODD December, JAMES J. M.
'hrd son OF Rev. James and Mrs. Frances Morrison.
rms interesting child had reached the middle Of his
cghth year, and gave unusual promise of possessing
rare intellectual cndowmcnts and uncommon suscepti
bitcs Tor moral and religious culture. He was scru-
Pulous IN his regard for truth and conscientious in his
observance OF those religious pracscs which pious pa
rents carly lnculcatc on their children
Long before learning TO read nc had by a most re-
maTKaolc memory, treasured TIP useful items
OF knowledge both Of history and natural science With
cPura facts and prcccpts, and had learned TO repeat
WIN accuracy, large number Of Hymns and other po-
ctical compositions. His prccocfy often occasoned
tears OF what, alas has now become sad reality Ho
gave very comforting evidences Of such piey as child
rcn may possess, and without tedious specification
o. details afforded gratifying indications of such know
irdsc OF the fundamental gospel truth, Salvation
through Christ that his bcrcavcd parents and friends
Ice wen warranted in the hope that he has added
9lncr illustration OF the Truth ''out Of the mouths Of
9aocs and stockings thou hast perfected praise" Tho
distant friends OF his family will receive these lines
WIN great satisfaction, and every christian parent who
Tcaos them IT IS hoped will gathernc encouragement
70 lra,n bcir children EARLY for that God 10 whom
my h a gwen Them. ICON.
&c " atchman and Observer please copy.
DIED, near MI. Sidney, on the Goth Dec last, Lew
IS months. " ' y y
20 Lewi'6urg cbrooclo please copy,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
MEETING OF THE PEOPLE

The citizens of Augusta are requested-to meet at
the Court House, on SATURDAY the 9Th inst.
TO appoint Delegates to the Internal Improvement
Convention which is to assemble in Richmond on
the 23d instant.
The object of that Convention is to decide upon
the best route for Railroad from Richmond to the
Ohio River-and as the competition will be be-
tween the Danville route, the Richmond and Ohio
railroad route, the James River and Kanawha
route and the route by the extension of the Louisa
Railroad through Augusta, by way of Covngton
to the Ohio, it will be seen that il is matter of
deep interest to the citizens of Augusta. Indeed it
is questionable whether there ever has been an oc
casion which required more prompt and energetic
action on the part Of the people of Augusta than
the present. Her prosperity through all future
time may depend On her conduct now. If we use
proper efforts and secure the road upon this route
all will be we'll If, on the other hand by supine-
ness and neglect, suffer the golden opportunity
to be lost, we shall never be able TO regain it.
Let every man then who feels an interest in the
prosperity of Augusta attend and see that her in
terests are properly represented in the Convention
on the 23d Of January.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
MANY CITIZENS.
COMFORT FOR THE DEMOCRAT

If General TAYLOR receives the nomination of
the Wing party it will be because he is known to
be sound Wing. If he is nominated he will be
elected beyond the possibility of doubt If he is
elected we shall have sound Wing admnistra-
ton.
We know our Neighbors would like to vote for
"Od ZACH" and we sorry they will be com
PEELED by the discipline of their party to forego that
pleasure but we would advise them to look to
their rank and file, or there will be danger of
blow up among the "faiihful," and terror will
seize upon the "unterrifed."
Ifany party ism danger Of becoming emo party
we think that fate will most probably bcfal the
Democracy.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
FOR THE SPECTATOR.

At a meeting Of the Board of Trustees Of the
Augusta Female Seminary OH the 24th ilt., tho
undersigned were appointed 4 Committee to pub
llsh renewed expression of the sentiments of tho
Board respecting the institution under.its cafe
his Seminary has now been in successful opera-
ton for SIN years. building affordng most am.
pie accommodations has been erected and paid for
by funds raised in the village and county Rev.
X. w. Bailey, assisted, as heretofore, by Mn.
Bailey, will continue as its principal. Their long
experience and high reputation as teachers and con-
ductoTs of such institutions, place them above tho
necessity of any minute COMMUNICATION here. In
addition to these, the services of Miss Bailey and
Miss Sockbridge to the school the advanta-
ges OF full and thorough instruction. The exami-
nation of the young ladies OH Friday, the 24th ult.
was highly gratifying TO the spectators and tho
members of the Board present
We would especially commend the mode of con.
Quoting these examinations; making it manifest
that there was no previous arrangement between,
the teachers and pupils by which they might come
OIL as matter ofcourse ",cithom missing a ,cordo
The Board would take this opportunity of publish
ing TO the community its steadfast confidence ia
the Seminary over which it is placed to watch. and
is gratfed in doing good by fostering an institution
so highly deserving the good will ofali ArrApse.
ments have been made for monthly visitations ID
the school by committees of the Board and tina
trustees pledge themselves to the use of all fair and
honorable means for sustaining and increasing its
prosperity and making it the fountain Of good i'm
fluence and sound education throughout the entira
circle of lis patronage.
WIN. BROWN,
WIN. FRAZIER.
ALEXANDER S. HALL,
Cummttas.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
NJ A r RE ID.

In Baltimore. on the 23d uIt., by the Rev DR.
Johns, HUGH w. SHEFFEI Esq, of Stanton Va TO,
Miss LOUISA, daughter of John Cole, esq of tia.
city.
On the 22d ult, by the Rev. Jos. C. Stiles, Dr. SAM
VEL PLEAsANTs CHRISTIAN, Of New Kent, to Miss
AMELIA CoLEMAN, second daughter of Mr. John N .
Gordon, of Richmond, Va.
In Richmond, on Tuesday the 2st ult., by the Rev
MIR. Reynolds, Mr.. Ro. j. Christian, TO Miss SARAH
ANN daughter Of Joshua CIump all of that city.
On Thursday the 23d ut, BY the Rev. S. Hildebrand,
Mr.. GEORGE w. MowRy, TO Miss SARAH JANE
daughter OF Col! George G. Robertson, of this CO.
On the same day, by the same, MIR. PErLIp LINN,
to Miss ELIZA WELLER, daughter Of Mr.. BeBj. Wei.
On the 2Sth ult., by the Rev. D. w. Arnold Mr.
DAVID SHOWER, to Miss REpEcCA D,NKLE, all Of this
county ''
on Thursday the 23d ut., by the Rev Peter Shick-
&C. MI PHILIP W., of Geo. Lutz TO Miss Inox
A. FLICKER, all of Augusta.
On i';:1dlc River, near the Valley Mill, On Thurs
day evening the goth ut, by the Rev. Geo. n Mar
I'm, MT. PETER WHIsMAN, to Miss FRANCES KELLER,
daughter oil MIR. Samuel Keller, both of this co.
In Middletown, (Nd) en- the 9th ult., DIR. WM b.
YOUNG, TO Miss ANN REBEccA CooRERLY.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
In Common Council,
Tuesday, December 7th, IS47,


Jefferson Kinney, with the leave of tho bo,rd
resigned his office as Recorder of this CORPORATION
The office Of 9th Alderman being yacaied IN.
board proceeded to an election which resulted a.
follows, viz:
For 9th Alderman, Michael G. Hartman rece;v-
ed the following votes: Robert S. Brooke. Alexan-
der 5. Hall, Alexander III. III. Stuart, William
Ruff John b. Baldwin, Jefferson Kinney and Ben
jamln Il. Poin,s-S votes, and was thereupon do
clared duly elected 9th Alderman, until the nex,
annual election
On motion of Jefferson Kinney. ESD,
Resolved, That the Chamberlain be and he ia
hereby directed TO transfer the sum of one thousand
dollars from the Revenue of the present wear to tho
credit of the water fund.
On motion of Alexander III. H. Stuart. ESQ.
Resolved, That the Water Committee be and
they are hereby instructed to cause Hvdrant for
public use, to be placed or near the hinhest poirt
IN the line of pipe leading from the Main Street
near the residence of Nj. Schmitt towards the resi-
dence Of Judge b. G. Baldwin, and they are au-
thorzed to draw upon the Water Fund for the cost
Of the same.
On motion Of William Ruff, Esq,
Resolved, That tho Street Commissioners be
and are hereby authorized to draw upon the Cham
berlain for the sum Of fifty dollars, to repair the
Street at the Bridge near the Jail, and for other
purposes. Teste.
JAMES r. PATTERSON Oh,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
HAS THE GREAT AUTHOR OF Ma

HAS THE GREAT AUTHOR OF Ma
luxe provided us with no remedy for Consump-
tion-and the diseases leading thereto which are
so leari"iiy common in our country? Has He left
us to ind relief from that fatal scourge by ransack
ing other lands? No, it is not So The best
Natures own remedy, is ready at our hand. The
Wild Cherry and the Pine furnish us with cure.
where cure is possible Dr. Wistar's Balsam Of
Wild Cherry. formed by chemical extracts from
Wild Cherry bark and tar, relieves all cases of
consumption, and effectually cures it where it has
not progressed so far to be beyond cure-subdues
the most inveteraie cases of the Asthma, even of
80 and 40 years standng-stops raising of blood.
after other remedies fail-and removes every kind
of affection of the Lungs and Liver which our eli
mate induces. The remarkable efficacy of this
wonderful medicine, in many diseases hitherto
deemed incurable, has excited among physicians
great curiosity to the precise nature Of its ngre
diens. Let purchasers beware of limitations and
counterfeits.
None genuine unless signed l. BUTTS Oh the wrap
per
o. For sale by Wholesale and Retail by Dr. F.
BERKELEY and a. ID. WREN, in Staunton, and by
Druggists and Dealers in Medicines generally in yIr-
Sinia' Jan. 5, 1915.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05

to return to her friends and country. 1t was quite
agreeable, assure you, to meet an American lady,
with whom could converse; and my regret was
that SO little time was afforded me for the enjoy
ment.
The health Of the troops here is now quite good,
and especially that of our Regiment. My compa-
ny has not man the sick report except the five
mentioned in my last letter, three of whom l ex-
Pected to be discharged this week, but fo-
son unknown to me it seems that only one of them
Ferguson) has been. Our wounded man (Skeen)
was walking about to-day, and is anxious to return
to Camp. S. Wilson is affected with Rheumatism
If the two remaining one is a case of inveerate
soc feet, and the other hernia-and the general
he nth of all of them is pretty goodSo that things
look little more encouraging to us.
Our Regiment is now under the command of
Capt Preston, Lieut.. Col. Randolph being in Sal
tillo sick, and Maj. Early having gone to New Or
leans on sick furlough. Col. r. will probably
leave for home in few days.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
DREADFUL STEAMBOAT DISASTER.

An accident of the most melancholy character
occurred the Ohio river on the 23d ultimo.
of which we have the annexed account by Tele-
graph:--.NH. Int.
'"I'he steamer A. n. johnson, on her trip from
Cincinnati to Wheeling, and when near Mays
vile, burst her boiler, completely destroying the
boat, and creating a terrific loss of life There
were one hundred and sixty passengers on board of
whom seventy were instantly killed, and thirty so
badly seaded and otherwise injured that it is fear
ed they cannot survive We have not been able
as yet TO procure full list of the sufferers but no
tce among others the names Of Messrs. Wheat and
Plllson, OF Baltimore, among the scalded. The
boat took fire Immediately after the explosion. and
was burnt to the waters edge. This added to the
horrors Of the scene, and prevented many from be-
ing saved who otherwise would have been rescued
from the wreck by boats and various crafts which
went to their ASSISTANCE
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
TERRIFYING SCENE

On "Wednesday the 22d ult, for about three
hours, the Menagerie of Raymond s. Warning, in
Philadelphia, presented a scene of thrilling terror
The large elephant of the establishment became
uncomfortable, from having been struck by his
keeper. He made q pass at the keeper with his
tusks, throwing him up, twice in succession, to
considerable height. The keeper fell in front OF a
cage, and as he did 50, the elephant made a third
pass at him, but missing him, struck the cage
which contained small docle animals and also cap
sized stove filed with fire that stood in front of
it. The cage fell on Mr. Kelly. and when he was
rescued it was found that both legs were fractured.
ore of which had to be amputated. The elephant
now became furious, and ranged around the ring
for long time, destroying several cages of small
animals, and ninring the ring. A rope moose was
dropped from the dome, and fastened around him
Whilst thus entangled, he made passes towards
those on the platform and saloon above him. and
got into one of the passages, where he was finally.
by eiectual applications of the harpoon, goaded
into submission, and surrendered The Mavor
with body of police, was on the spot, and had
loaded slX-pounder at the front passage and one at
the rear, with fifty muskeieers ready to fire at him
In case he should reach he street The only an
imais Killed by the elephant, We're couple fmon-
keys and rabbit. The animals were all returned
to their cages, without harming any one. An i'm
mense crowd was assembled around the BUILDING
and the excitement in the City for several hours
was intense.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
LOUISA RAILROAD.

Judge Nicholas, after carefully weighing the ar
guments of counsel, since the 23d inst, yesterday
awarded peTemptory Mandamus to the Board of
Public Works, TO subscribe to the stock of the
Louisa Railroad Company.
Messrs. Charles Carter Lee and John r. Cooke
appeared for the Board Of Public Works; and
Mossro John NJ. Patton and James Lyons for the
Company Wig, Dec. %.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
Yours, Sc.
CAMP BUENA VISTA, Nov. %, 1S47.

CAMP BUENA VISTA, Nov. %, lS47.
Dear -: A fight took place yesterday at
Aqua Nueva (ffteen miles from here) between a
party Of Texas Rangers, numbering about fifty
and about one hundred and fifty Camanche Indians
which resulted in the loss of one man killed on our
side and several wounded. The indians, it is said
made the attack but were finally, after consider
able skirmish, driven into the mountains, leaving
fifteen of their number dead on the field
The Camanches are playing havoc with the
poor Mexicans this season. Innumerable parties of
them are spread out over the country, driving Off
their horses and cattle, and making indiscrninate
slaughter of the inhabitants. They had just killed
six or eight Mexican women and children at Aqua
Nueva, before the fight yesterday. Their rule is
to spare none, except such as they may choose to
make slaves Of They have penetrated the coun-
try much farther this year than usual, no doubt
encouraged to it by our presence. We have heard
of them as far down as San Miguel and Mazappie
Of course, we cannot permit them TO come in and
butcher the MeXicans whom we have disarmed,
and claim to exercise sort of government over,
and must stop them
The news of the fight at Aqua Nueva reached
us last night about O'Clock, and Immediately two
companies of the Virginia regiment and two of the
Mississippi, with large portion of the Rangers
and about thirty Of Capt IS cavalry, were
ordered out in pursuit of the Indians. very much
doubt, however, whether any thing moro is seen Of
that party in the neighborhood.
In great haste, yours, Sc.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05
Staunton, Jan. a, lS4S.
AN ATTEMPT TO BURN

On Friday morning last about o'clock, fro
was discovered in wooden back building, belong
ing to Taylors Hotel and at one time serous fe,rs
were entertained for the safety of the main build
ing and adjoining premises. But the prompt OK
ertions OF the firemen arrested the flames and
dlspelled all alarm Winchester Republican,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05

The Vice President has appointed JEFFERSON
DAVIS, of Miss, Regent of the Smithsonian Insti-
tute, in place Of Mr. Cas-, resigned.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05

% Judge RowAN, of Kentucky, has been nom
mated by the President to the vacant Chargeship
at Naples.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05

STRONG AND MAGNIFICENT GOVERNMENT.
TO those who regret the newness of our country.
and lament that ii is yet unfinished with those
great establishments and glorious institutions which
are peculiar to the monarchies of the old world The
prospect held out by Mr.. MARcY's report must
bring much consolation. His various recommen-
datons foresbadow a state of things in the United
Old World ''o
The prospect now is that the country is to be
blessed with formidable standing ar7nu This
IS one OF those establishments to which the .1noLo.
SarontSm OF which we boast has not been very
friendly; but no matter; France, Austria. and Rms,
STA have them in full feather, and why not the IT.
nited States? This army is to consist Of 70 O0o
men; or, If the volunteers which are demanded
shall be called out, of 10000 men. Such an arnv
is imposing. Oar citizens. when TRAVELLING abroad
can hereafter hold up their heads when stanJing
armies are the theme IL is true the sers of Nicb6,
las can hold up their heads little higher at pre-
sent, but by happy fostering Of the present poll
cy, 1t IS impossible TO say how soon in these DAYS
of railroads and telegrapbs, we may not eniov the
comfort and honor of sustaining an army as aige as
the Autocrat of the Russas-.St Louis .Ncw Era,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05

0J~ The Maryland Legislature assembled on
Monday the 9th ultimo. This is the first Of the
biennial sessions, but /, is supposed special sessions
will be necessary.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05

What becomes of the statement made few
months ago. by all the Locofoco papers. that not
single additional dollar would be asked of Congress-
for the further prosecution of the war? And how
much more worthy Of belief are their statements
now than their statements then They assured
the nation that not another dollar would be asked
and yet eighteen millions more are asked (to pay
our way 10 inc end OF June next) IL may general
~ be regarded as very safe assumption that any
financial statement calculation Of theirs will
prove at least $l8.000,000 wide Of the truth
LoVisyilic .lotrnsg
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-01-05

e5- No news of importance from tho seat Of war.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-03-21
NETWORK TRIBUNE.
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lie, me rcyese apsa thy bosom seek
ent ,s,Nn,sr me thai thea VII, leave on weeping
escsa.e thy ,sxrs fall bot upon my cheek.
M, n M n,A the tempest rsvcih madly
Rs, my dreams sll IL 50 wondro bright
1 ace ,hs snScl children smiling gladly,
Whsn frcn NY weary eyes | shut the light
N,,Ae. one stands beside ne now and listen
nst thou nes hear the musics sweet accord
See how his white wings beautifully ssteni
Surly tfose wings-Ncre given him by our Lord
,,rSea. sSld and red are floating all around me
They are tbs flowers tho angel scsuereih.
shall have also wings while life has bound me
ur. mother. arc they given alone In death
WHY aoss thou clasp me. as II were going
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will dear laothcr-will be always thhe
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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1848-03-21

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