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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

Man KiAcd-pery Singular A Gair-Fatal ST.
perstition.-We heard of very singular affair
that ranspired in the upper part of the CITY YES
terday morning, which resulted in the deah of a
German named Mitchell, who resided on Marshall.
near jackson street 1t appears that MITCHELL
wife was suffering from excrucaling toothache :;
and remembering superstition quite prevalent a.
mong the lower class of her country people that she
would be Immediately relieved by having some Of
her blood buried under apple tree, she awoke
her husband during the night and requested him to
60 into a neighbours yard where there was tree Of
the kind, and perform the requirements of the su-
Pers'itOn. Mitchell, who it is believed was par,
ally intoxicated at the time, missed his way. and
instead of going to the place he had been directed.
entered the yard Of Mr. Carter TllIer, on Walnut.
just below Jackson street, where he commenced
digging hole with hoe at the root of tree
Here the tragical part Of the story begins. We
have beer told that few nights previous an al
tempt had been made to rob Mr. Tller's house.
and that expecting return of the scamps he was
up watching for them when Mitchell entered the
yard Surprising him 10 be the guilty one. he
went into the yard. struck him over the head with
stick or cane, inflctng such severe wounds as 10
cause the unfortunate mans death about 10 O'Clock
yesterday morning. Mr.. Tier, who has always
horne the reputation Of excellent citizen. Will
deliver himself up, when all the facts of the case
will be made known.-Louisuitie Courier
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

" Mr. Van Buren, has written letter to tho
industrial Convention, in which he explains the
reasons, which induced him to consent to accept
the nomination Of the Utica Convention. The
principal cause assigned for his course, says the
Richmond Wing, is his wish to sustain those of
his friends, who are "struggng for their political
existence, against injustice and attempted degrade
ton" But whatever his reason, he is in the field
now. and evil not be deferred by personal inyec-
tive' from remaining there
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

iBE PoTATo Ror.-The potato 70; has alrea-
oy began to make its appearance in various sec
uons OF The country. In the vicinity Of Newbury
port, Mass, it has appeared earlier than last wear
and thus far is more malignant and Destructive
On Long island the disease prevails to an alarming
extent, and threatens the destruction Of large Dor
non Of The crop. The Pittsfeld Sun also notices
It's appearance in Berkshire county. Our foreign
papers by the late arrivals make no mention of the
temperance Of the rot, either in Ireland or on the
continent.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

A PosER.-A calm, blue. eyed, self composed
young lady, in village "down east" received a
long call the other day from prying old spnsler,
who, alter prolongng her stay beyond even her
own conception Of the young lady's endurance,
came to the main question which had brought her
hither: ''Pve been asked good lnany times if YOU
was engaged 10 DIR. G. Now, if folks inquire a
GIN, whether you be or not, what shall tell 'em
| think" "Tell them" answered the young
lady, fixing her calm blue eyes in unblusng stead
mess upon The nquisitive features of her inerrooa
tor; tell them that you think you don't know.
and that you are it is none Of your business. y
July KnickerJockcr.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

Mr.; McAllIster. of Georgia, recently delivered a
speech charging Mr. Fillmore with abollionisn,
and stated he heard Mr.. Fillmore SO avow himself
IN speech which he delivered in the Park in
1914. -
The Tribune says Mr.. r. made only one speech
IN the Park IN "a. ltpublishes the speech as it
appeared then, and there is not one word about
abotionisn in it.-Rch. Uhig.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

%" We regret 10 learn that the Barn Of Mr..
Philip Koiner, on the South river, in this County,
was struck by lightning, on Wednesday last, and
entirely destroyed, together with lis coptepis--a-
bout 600 bushels Of Wheat A stable near By was
also destroyed.--.4ug,sto Deaocyat.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

Can't go Cnss!-We learn from authority on
which we place the utmost reliance that Messrs R
X. Cralle, Il. G. Morris and Judge Wilson of Lynch
burg, w. +. Gordon of Bedford and leading De-
mocrat in Franklin, whose name we have Eroot-
ten, have avowed their determination not to sand
ny The Baltimore nomination and that they will
vote tor Gen Taylor. We learn further that some
OF 'hese gentlemen have already taken the stumr
Tor old Zach. This is comfort for Mr. Ritchel
DanpiIe Rcrister LfI,, 81
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02
HOLDEN'S DOLLAR MAGAZINE

;. Ihis ls one of the cheapest publications extant.
IL is large Magazine well filled with choice read
ing matter, and deserving an extensive patronage.
IL Is niled with numerous engravings worth double
its price.
>, 1t is published monthly by c. w. Holden, 100
Nassau street, New York.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

DIED, at Petersburg, Va. on Sunday morning,
23d ultmo. at o'clock, aged 46 years, WE.roN
X. GALES, Esq, Proprietor and Editor of the Ra-
leigh Register. The deceased arrived at Peters
burg from Old Point Comfort, at O'Clock on the
preceding day, then extremely i'll, and, though
having the best medical attendance, breathed his
last, as above stated, in few hours. His remains,
attended by part Of his afflicted family, were on
Sunday conveyed to Raleigh. North Carolina }
the place Of his nativity and of his residence.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

Mr.. John S. Skinner, the veteran writer on ao-
rcuiural subjects. is now engaged on new peri
odical, called the Plough, the Loom, and the An
vIl-devoed to all the great American interests of
Labor. We wish him great success in his work.
and feel sure that farmers, manufacturers, and
mechanics, will find il to their advantage to encour
age his exertions in their bchalf-.9ler. Ga-.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

ANOTHER DIFFERENcE.-The Harrisburg Tel
egraph says one great difference between Cass and
Taylor is, that while Gen. Taylor is distinguished
for his irresistible charges upon the enemies ranks,
Gen. Cass is only distinguished for his charges up
on the public treasury. In the assaults upon the
strong box, his successes have been almost equal
to those of the renowned Captain Kidd
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

Cen 1aylor's acceptance. letter of Gen.
Taylor. accepting the nomination Of the Philadel-
phla Convention, goes forward by the mail to-day,
addressed to Gov. Morehead, at his residence in
Greensboro, Guilford county, North Carolina
The original letter Of Gov. Morehead, has miscar r
RED, but he fortunately took the precauton to ad.
dress Gen. Taylor duplicate, which reached him
on the 18th instant.-.E O. Bulletin, J,,ly Is.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

zen. TAYLoR's NoMINATIoN.-The New Or
leans Bee, of the l7lh instant, says:
owe learn by letter from Baton Rouge, that on
Friday last the long expected official letter of Gov
Morehead. announcing to Con. Taylor his nomina.
ton by the Philadelphia Convention, was received
by the old General al his headquarters
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02
WINCHESTER ViRGJNJAN.

Mr.. J. G. BOWER takes leave Of his patrons in
neat and feeling address, expressing his grateful
sense of the kindness received from both Democrat,
and Wings during his editorial career
The paper has been purchased by Messrs o.
BannoD, Beller and Bruce, who promise an en-
largement and improvement in tho typographical
department. From such ga strong team - we may
expect vigorous work in the cause of tho Domoc-
Tacy.-Free Press.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

The New Orleans papers contain the particulars
OF the recent d-slde on The levee, in the Third
Municipality. About 800 feet in length so in
breadth, gave way suddenly as crowd were look
ing at a previous slide of trfng nature, and was
preclp'tated into the river, carrying with it men,
women and children, many Of whom were drown ned
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

Mr.. Representatives the Enquirer, by au-
thority of Mr.. Stevenson, contradiced the report.
(says the Richmond Wing } that this gentleman
had expressed the opinion that Mr.. Van Buren,
would be elected, we supposed that our informant
had been mistaken. We now learn that there was
no mistake about il; and we presume the Editors
of the enquirer fully advised of the fact by this
time We await thei. correction of their contra
dcton.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

The "HarisonG'pg Republican" came to us
last week IN new dress and much improved in
appearance; This excellent paper is doing good
service ~ The glorious cause Of Taylor and Fill
more, and should be literally supported.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

90 Mr.. Al. STorER. formerly Of this place
proposes to publish Wing paper at Moorefeld
Hardy county, to be called the "Moorefeld hdvo.
cate" We wish him success.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

CAss IN NEW PosIrIoN.-The WASHINGTON
correspondent Of the Baltimore Sun gives copies Of
letters received by the committee of the Washing.
Ton Monument Association, ''fion Cen Cass. Mrs.
Madison. Mrs. Adams and Mrs. Hamilton, oil old
ladies' Of deserved celebriiy!'
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

THE AUGUSTA VoLUNrEERs.-AJ Letter from
The Editor, dated Fort Monroe, July %, states
that he did not think it probable that the Augusta
Volunteers would be able to leave that station be-
fore yesterday (Tuesday) morning
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

NorIcE.-There will be meeting at the Court
house on Thursday evening mex, at y o'clock. for
the purpose of organizing Rough s. Ready Club
general attendance of the Wings is requested.
CODniifee
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

young man in Springfield. N. H., lost his life.
short time since, by swallowing large quid of
tobacco during his Sleep
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02
" ""oo Y ItCPTeStHIHtITc'
Washington, july %. u'cluck p \

"dSTITgtOh, July 70, O'cOck, L. VI.
ihe Territorial Bill from the Senate has Just
been laid on the table, in the House, II to 81 {;
and motion to reconsider has been rejected, Id
To 60. So the bill is killed
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02
A u 81 Toms
WEDNESDAY. AUGUST 2, Is4s.

me enemy oppose my march, in whatever num-
ocrs, shall fight him.'-Generai Taylor at The battle
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02
P. G. Washington,
Aud. for =. o. Dep. Washinrton. u {

Aud. for p. o. Dep, Washington d. C.
Memo.-The 209lh Post Office Regulation
provides that REFUSED letters are not to be adyer-
tlsed, nor those which the Postmaster expects will
be Immediately taken from the Office" The let
ters To Gen. L. were not prepaid, and were refused
and The Postmaster at Baton Rouge, as instructed
forwarded them forthwith to the Dead letter office
The letters referred to, and among them one re-
ccognIsed as being in the hand writing of Governor
Morehead, have been returned, unopened to the
Postmaster at Baton Rouge, to be delivered TO Gen.
Taylor.-.Nm Int
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

The TERRITORIAL BLL.-Its Defeat in the
dio,'se.-From the annexed Telegraphic despatch
to the Baltimore American il will be seen that this
important measure, which passed the Senate on
Thursday last, has been defeated in The House:
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

The reception by Gen. Taylor, of the Let
Ter Of Governor Morehead, announcing his nomina-
ton Tor the Presidency seems 10 be accounted for
by the arrival at the General Post Office on Satur
day last of the following letter from the Postmaster
at Baton Rouge:
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02
Posi- OFFICE, BATON ROUGE, OA.,12

- -.
Dear Sr:-In the quarterly return for this ollice
for the quarter ending 3Oth June, 1913, there are
two bundles Of refused letters. The majority of
them are for Gen. Il. Taylor. The Generals pos
tage has amounted 10 SO much of late that he has
been constrained TO refuse many Of the less mpor-
tant communications that come To him. The let
tiers in question were hastily examined, as he did
not expect them 10 be sent off under three months.
He now finds that some of them are Of Importance
to him, and desires them returned, which please do
as early as possible, and oblige
Your very obedenl servant,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-08-02

Gen Shields is a democratic candidate fr ths
L. S. Senate from Illinois.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17
SATURDAY MORNING, JUNE II, ls4s
~" See First and Fourth pages. III

QUARTERMAsTER's DEPARTMENT.-Ihe follow
ing vessels left yesterday for the Seat OF Peace:
Brig Mlaudon, for Tampico; schooners, Capt
Williams Col. Tanning and Heroine, with govern
ment stores for Brazos Santiago and the steamer Jas
l.. Day for Vera Cruz The steamer Fashion leaves
to-day with the following passengers for the Brazos
Mr. Barrett: Lieut. c. C. Chinn I'd Miss; Lieut.. Il. G.
nry and servant I'd Miss Lent Moore, 10th Infantry;
Surgeon john r. Atkinson, Sd Dragons Surgeon Colt,
Engineer Corps; Corporal Collins Engineer Corps.
The u. S. transport bark Robert Morris, ships
American, suviah, and steamer Alabama, leave
to-day. Several vessels ready, but detained on
account of the weather
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17
The Irish Trials.


The trials of Smith O Brien and L. +. Meagher,
which took place in Dublin the 18th and 10th OF
May resulted in the total defeat of the English gov
ernment. Both of these gentlemen were accused
of sedi.ion-of ma king and publishing speeches de-
signed to bring the government INTO contempt ana
dsrepute, and of provoking the people to change
the government by force of arms. The trial took
place before special juries; that is to say, before
uries selected by the government official, the sher-
if, from among those supposed to be most hostile to
the accused the accused avowed the authorship OF
the speeches, acknowledged that their purpose was
to effect forcble changes if all other means tailed
and appealed to the abstract rights of man to resist
the Government by arms when Its acts became IN
tolerable Yet the Government could not OBTAIN
verdict. The jures could not agree. A more Sig
nal defeat was never sustained by power-a more
honorable triumph, under all the circumstances,
never achieved by right. The trial of Mitchell,
under the new law to punish the utterance of the
truth with transportation, was to have taken
place the same week If it have like issue, the
English sway in Ireland, far as it is not immediate
" supported by an armed force is at an end The
result of these trials is regarded by the Irish people
as signal victory, and the union of Cancellation
Hall and the Confederation in their hearty congrat-
ulaions of the accused on their escape, may be re-
garded favorable symptom of a return to that
harmony Of feeling, and unity of action among the
Irish patriots, which alone seem to be wanted to rem
der their efforts in favor of National independence
successful. The effect of these trials upon public
opinion may be judged of by the immediate fall OF
Government funds Il per cent in Dublin, and also
by producing sudden decline at the Stock Elk
change in London. The English journals are bitter
upon the subject. The Times discovers in the con-
duct of the jury new evidences of the inherent
barbarism and depravty of the Irish character, and
new reason for refusing the nation the right OF
self-government. 1t would seem to counsel some
rash and rapid measures for REFRESHING the dsaffec-
tion-t complains that it is not an equal battle be-
tween the Ministers and armed rebellions when
the former only resort courts Of law and depend
upon Irish juries. What it would have done does
not distinctly appear-the whole tenor of its re-
marks, however, induce the belief that the writers
of that paper, and Of course that portion Of the
English people whose feelings they reflect, want
the government to take some violent and extra ju'
dical step to punish the " seditious." We suppose
it will come to this at last. Indeed it is difficult
to see any other end to the agitation. If the Gov
eminent will not grant what is demanded, it must
exterminate those who demand tiff it can. This
position of things must terminate, no country can
stand this constant excitement without ruin to all
its best interests, and the permanent injury of its
people.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17
The Foreign N ews.

In our paper of yesterday we gave such intelli-
gence from abroad as had been transmitted by tele-
graph; but upon reading it over, were rather asto-
nished to find that Lamartne and Ledru- Rolln had
resigned and their places were filled by Messrs
Marrast and Arago'' First, we are puzzled to
know how they became reconced, as we have not
heard of the most remote intimalion of quarrel
between them, notwithstanding the attempts OF
some ingenious letter writers and journalists, to
make them bitter enemies. Next, we cannot find
any for their resigning just after they be-
came reconciled, it would seem to be of all times
the best for them to retain their places, and by
their joint genius and energy strive to serve. per-
haps to save, their country. But what puzzles us
more than all is that they should be succeeded by
Arago and Marrast. Succeeded in what? All
four Of the gentlemen are members Of the National
Assembly, and members of the Executive Commits
sion and neither of them held any other post what
ever. What was there then, in which one could
succeed the other, and how could the succession
take place! Here are questions for philosophers or
telegraph Perpetrators to solve.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17

o. They have new drink in Boston called g Ii
conderoga." They have already whole alphabet
of drinks in that city.-N Y, Sunday Dispatch.
So we hear In the matter of drink, we dare say
the Gothamites have got beyond the alphabet"
some time since. AS to the new beverage above
mentioned, taking Ticonderoga'' must now be a
very easy thing, and by no the heroic exploit
it was in Ethan Aliens time. The arts of war are
improying-Bost0n Post.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17

FATAL DUEL.-The Baltimore Clipper of the
9Th instant, says the passengers by the cars from
Washington last evening, brought report that
duel was fought at Bladensburg yesterday, between
Lieut.. Glllett, son of Mr. Gillett, Auditor of the
Treasury Department, and young man named
Dallas, a son of the late Commodore Dallas. They
fired three times, when Dallas fell it is reported
MORALLY wounded. The cause of the duel, we
learn, was an alleged insult by young Dallas offered
to a ladv
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17
from the Baltimore Sun of the 9th inst.l
Congressional Proceedings,


Washington, June 8, 1S49.-SENATE.-The SEN
ate met this morning, MIR. Atchison in the Chair
Prayer by Mr.. Slicer.
On motion of Mr.. Mangum, the Senate went in
to Executive session.
In about three minutes the doors were opened,
when Mr.. Pearce made the following report, from
the committee on post.ohices and post-roads:
Resolved That the Postmaster General be author
lied and required to renew the engagements here
tofore existing for the transportation Of the great
Southern and Northern mail, by the Richmond,
Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad and Steam
boat Company, at price not greater than that
which was paid by the present Postmaster General
for the transportation of said mail up to the month
of July, 1S47.
Mr.. Johnson OF Louisiana, from the Committee
Pensions, reported nineteen private bills from the
House of Representatives, without amendments
Also Joint resolution relative to evidence in appli
cations for pensions.
Mr.. Mason, from the Committee on the Library,
reported bill from the House of Representatives,
providing for the purchase of Thomas jefferson's
papers at the price Of S25, 600.
Mr.. Calhoun presented the petition of Maria c.
Robertson, of New York, for relief
Mr.. Johnson, of La, asked that the committee on
pensions might be discharged from further consider
alton of the cases of Mary Cassin, Robert Ramsey
and William Butler.
Mr.. Breese, from Committee on Claims, reported
bills for the relief of William L. Wigent and Char
ity Harrington.
Mr.. Badger presented certain papers from Maj.
G. Tochman, which was referred to the Committee
on the Judiciary.
Resolved, on motion of Mr.. Hale that when the
Senate ad ourn, it adjourn to meet Monday next.
On motion of MIR. Hale, the Senate adjourned.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17

Court OF INouIRY.-The proceedings of the
Court of Inquiry will soon be brought to sudden
close by the expiration of the commission of General
Pillow as well as one of the members of the Court
General Gushing, both of whom were only " for
the war" This will be good mode of Kidding
the country of this troublesome affair, and will be
an additional cause of rejoicing at the ratification
of the Treaty and the withdrawal of our forces.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17

LUNAR RAINBOW. This phenomenon, one of
the most beautiful in nature, and also one Of very
rare occurrence we viewed last evening for the first
time The bow was as clearly and perfectly de-
fined as the solar rainbow, though of course it was
not so brilliant 1t was seen with delight by many
persons who had never beheld anything of the
kind before.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1848-06-17

SHIP DANvERs AsHoRE.-The ship Danvers,
Capt Elliott, from Boston for this port, went ashore
an the night of the 18th inst. on the south point of
rhe Chandeliers or Grozier's Island Capt. Elliott
sent to the Southwest Pass, and the towboat Pan
rher was Immediately dispatched to his assistance,