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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01
DEMOCRATIC MEETING.

Alta meeting OF portion OF the Democratic
parly, held a, Floyd Court House, on Monday,
the i7lh day OF January, 1913, Chat beins. Couf!
dayD J. Wells, Esq, was called 10 The ChaIf ana
Henderson Phillips, appointed Secretary. .,
Whereupon, VIM. II. Cook, Esq, was called
upon 10 address the meeting, who accordingly de-
livered an eloquent address, explaining the object
of the meeting. Alter which, on motion, the foi'
lowing resolutions were unanimously adopted.
Resolved, That this meeting approve OF the
Democratic Convention proposed TO be held IN
the city OF Richmond on The 18th day OF fe6Fu-
arv next for the purpose OF nominating fresi-
Dental electoral ticker Tor the State OF Virginia.
Resolved, That F. Harvey Deskens, john Les
Ter. If Samuel Literal, Valentine Thrash, Hen
ry W. Care, Major Howard, Thomas BanSs,
William Blamer, Dr.. S. A. J. Evans, Pleasant
Howell, David N. Howell, George Godby, N. b.
Simpson, Jackson Colby, Anderson Phillips be
appointed Delegates for The county oil FLOYD, 10
attend The said Convention.
Resolved, Tina, in case OF the non attendance
of the above named delegates, Robert q. ScolI,
Thomas Richie, Jf, john Rutherford, and SAM
uel D. Denoon, b, appointed aNernaes TO re-
present The county of Floyd in the said Conven'
lion.
Resolved, That the proceedings OF this meet.
ing be published in the Lynchburs Republican
and Richmond Enquirer.
On motion the Chairman and Secretary were
added 10 the list Of delegates.
''N(' " 49, ]. WELLS, Chairman,
HryDrRsoS Phillips SecIc aIy.
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county BY Madison G. e.. to some point on the
J.ouisa Railroad. By MIR. DARRACOTT: OF
citizens OF Hanover, asking an appropriation from
the Treasury OF $4,000 10 improve Inc navsa-
ton Of Pamunkey river and its tributaries below
the falls thereof. ByMr. COLSON: OF Citizens
of Lee county, for The passage OF an act anihcri.
zins The Trustees OF Emory and Henry ColIege
10 pay The interest on their deb! due the Stale by
the gra,uitous education Of certain number OF
INDECENT yOnng men.
HARRISON CONTESTED ELECTION.
The Report OF the committee on Privileges and
Elections upon he petition OF John 5. Duncan,
complaining OF The undue election OF Joseph
Johnson, delegate returned from the district
composed of Harrison and a part of DoddFidge,
On motion Of Mr.. SEYMOUR, The House
passed over The whole OF said report up 10 the iol-
lowing resolution:
Resolved, therefore as The opinion OF this COM
millee, That the poll purporiDg 10 have been Ia
ken AT the Chlord precinct, in The county OF
Harrison, at an election held on DID April, 1877,
for the purpose of choosing delegate 10 repre-
sent the election district composed Of the county
of Harrison and part OF the county OF Doddrdge,
was illegally laken and ought 10 be Set aside.
The said resolution being read, was agreed 10
by the House.
On motion Of Mr.. SEYMOUR, the House
passed over The residue Of said report, and took
up The last resolution, which is as follows:
Resolved, therefore, as the opinion OF This COM
mittee, that the return OF Joseph Johnson as
delegate 10 represent the election district, COM
posed OF the county OF Harrison and part oil Dot
bridge, was illegal, and ought TO be SET aside, and
| that The Speaker olrhe House of Delegates be di.
rtced 10 issue writ OF election, 10 supply The W.
cancy thus occasioned in said election district
A motion was made by MIR. SHEFFEf 10
amend the same, By striking out al! after lie
word "Resolved," and inserting in lieu thereof The
words, shat John s. Duncan is entitled to bis
seat as a delegate from he county OF Harrison,
and part OF the county OF Doddridge"
Upon this amendment long debate ensued,
during which The whole merits OF the case were
canvassed-M SHEFFEY, DUNCAN,
DORMAN and PRICE addressed Tie House in
uvor Of, and Messrs. SEYMOUR and STO-
VAIL against the amendment. Pending the
discussion, (Mr. STOVALL having he floor
the House, on motion OF Mr.. CONWAY, al.
journed.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01
IN a FOG.

Yesterday week the Louisiana Legislature was
to elect U. S. Senator, in place OF Mr. john
son, Wing. There is Wing majority OF TWO
on join, baIlot-bu the Wing nominee, D. F,
Kenner, being himself member and no! voting
five presumed the majority was only one. Two
ballots were had-but on both occasions there
was tie. MIR. John Slidel was the Democratic
candidate. We may know to-day how ii ended.
MIR. johnson, the present Wing Senator, was
rudely Sc, aside by his party, doubtless because
OF his liberal and patriotic views on the war. In
a circular 10 the Legislature, he declares, that
with due regard to the interests of his State, he
had voted Tor the annexation OF Texas and for
supplies 10 carry on the war, and was Still for
vigorous prosecution Of the war, "as the only
means OF terminating it consistently with The
rights and dignity Of he nation" For these pa.
patriotic sentiments, he has no doubt, been "ship.
ped" by his parry.
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For fbe Eupiiiysy


The strong and decided feeling mani!es,ed in
favor OF Gen. PHILIP AYLETr, by the people OF
King William at our last January Court, induces
us al once TO announce him as a probable eandi-
dale for seat in the next House Of Delegates of
Virginia. We speak of him as a probable cam
didate, because we have had no consultation
with him, and therefore whilst we are Tell.
ing him through the columns of the Enquirer,
that his Old constituents, feeling tina, he ha.
been unjusiy dealt b. stand ready to repair The
injury as nearly as they can, We al The same
time do not know what his own wishes are
We are sensible, however, that he has always
telt happy in The service OF the people, and lhal
he has natural desire. and noble desire ii is,
10 prove 10 the world, that although not elected 10
the Senate, it was not Tor the want oil friends in
his native county. The people know all the old
generals faults, and they also know and fully
appreciate bis virtues and good qualities, and
they are willing TO do justice TO his fair claims
and give him the reward dee 10 his long and tried
fdeliiy-,hey also wish 10 have The bene6 OF his
experience and practical honesty in The present
state OF public affairs. We therefore invite him
10 answer this CALL and tell US whether he is vii.
ling to serve his old friends and constituents.
MANY FRIENDS.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01
xCe Tor
WORCESTER'S PIANO FORTE


by The schooner Courier, we have just open.
- cd two more OF Worceslers superb Pianos
in rosewood cases.
1t is obvious TO the general judgment, upon
examination, that WORCESTER is GnrivalIed in
The manufacture OF this delightful and popular
insrumen'; indeed, they possess richnesso NJ toac
and deiicacv of touch peculiarly their own. o.
their durability and keeping in tune, We have he
fullest assurance of purchasers in our own ciiy
They fully sustain The high appreciation award
ed 10 them by the press and our own citizens, q
artists and amateurs. Our prices will be icunc
from Is to 25 per cent. lower than has been usu-
ally asked for Piano Fories in This market, and
even lover than any instruments approaching
them in general excellence can be purchased in
the Northern cities.
DRINKER & MORRIS,
Publishers, Booksellers, and Dealers in Piano
For.es Jan. 81
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

We regret to learn that his Excelleney, Governor
Towns. has been suddenly called to Virginia attend
tina diving bed of his father inaw, the Hon. John W.
lanes we'll known gentleman of character and dis
,inc,ion.-l Macon Ga.) Journal, 26th.
Ii is with deep pain that we announce The death
on Saturday last, a! his residence in Chesterfield,
of John w Jones, after long and distressins'y
painful illness, which he bore without murmur.
He was distinguished and able statesman, a
true patriot, faithful friend, devoted husband
and father, and pure man. This favorite son
OF Virginia was beloved and admired By every
one. We shall not attempts tribute to his many
virtues and noble qualities. We leave tina, TO
cone better pen. Peace 10 his ashes
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

Convention. Wha, does Gen. Taylor think OIL
III ta,ilf currency, sub treasury and public land
questions Of The day? What Of The Mexican
Var The proper object. of its prosecution, the me-
dilated CONQUEST OF all Mexico, aid The extension
OF slavery INTO ,be territory 50 acquired? 1t does
seem TO US that simple self-respect requires OF lne
Wing party Inc nomnaionOi no canolda'e LOT
President whose opinions Oh these vital ques'1ons
arc shrouded in mystery. TO vote to-; man
whose opinion on some important point di'asle.s
with our own, may sometimes be duty oul 10
vote for one whose opinions on all points are SUI
dously concealed or oracularly mi'tliiea' does
mol comport with our ideas OF political honof.L
The concealment argues that somebody IS 70 DC
cheated; and we do not choose 10 be classed einef
with The swindlers or the dupes.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01
HENDERSON PHILLIPS, Seclc airy.

For M Enquirer.
TO THE VOTERS OF CULPEPER SENATORIAL
DISTRICT.
AS our able and distinguished Representative,
Colonel John Voolfolk, will not be candidate
for reelection next spring, beg leave 10 intro
duce 10 the consideration o! The voters OF The DIS
li.t III. 40 OF Col Jam,s "oiher, OF HiGui-
son, as a gentleman emnenIy qualified 10 be
their standard-bearer in the Senate Of Virginia.
Col. Walker is man Of strong intellectual pow
ers, Of superior political knowledge, OF an IN.
blemished moral character, and he is an uncom-
promising DemocraI-a Democrat from enlish,-
ened principle, not from sell interest. II elected,
he will ably represent The district, and he will
be an ornament 10 Virginia, which will be proud
10 acknowledge him as her devoted son.
ORANGE
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

The following is the corrected list of the Am
herst delegation 10 The Democratic Stale Con-
vention Henry W. Quares Paulus Powell,
DR.. /. l.. Twyman, DR.. S. C. Gibson, Dr. James
Powell, William Xix, Fac. Drummond, Joseph
Pelyjohn, John H. Fuqua, Joseph Kyle, Lewis
Harrison, Col. Charles P. Lee, Col VIM. A
Richeson, Capt. t. G. Hill, Joseph Coleman, DR..
Henry L. Davies, and Marshall l.. Harris.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

THEATRE.-Such was the enthusiasm ma
infested at Mr.. Hackell's representation Of "Fal-
STAFF" in Shakspeare's great historical play of
"Henry w." that it will be repeated this evening,
PIT 10 dome will reward The ACTOR and manag ger.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

The Democrats oil Virginia are holding meet.
inss in every direction, TO appoint delegates 10 the
State Convention, and to stand by their own coun.
try on The war. Let the ball be kept rolling
lie, every county speak ou,.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01
THE OLD COMPLAINT.

We have published the nominations oil ssreral
candidates for the House of Delegates from the
county Of Louisa. They al cannot be elected, and
it is almost certain that, without uniting on some
one, they all will be defeated, and Democrat
ic Louisa continue misrepresenled by Wing
We sincerely trust, therefore, thai "all hands"
will agree 10 Convention, and unite upon its
nominee. We extend this advice 10 our friends
al, .-- ~oun,i~-, -i.or- .i--- 10y L. 80 10y
candidates. It's the only mode OF winning back
what we so unfortunately lost last Spring
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

A CALL signed by thousand names, is publish
ed in The Pilsburg papers, for great meeting of
the Wings of Allegheny county, friendly 10 the
nomination OF Henry Clay for the Presidency.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

F0r the Enquirer.
TO THE VOTERS OF NANsEMoND COUNTY.
ellow-Cilizens: A my political career will
cease al The close Of The present session of the
Virginia Legislature, feel that should be want
ing in courtesy 10 generous and con6ding con-
sluency if were 10 retire from public life with
out an expression Of thanks 10 people who have
for the last two years, with an unanimily almost
unparalleled in my county, given me their sup
port.
Fellow.cilizens-I have endeavorcd 10 repre-
sent you faithfully, (ably will not say and if /
have erred in any vote which have given, il
will be attributed, hope, TO weak head more
than 10 corrupt heart; for can assure you have
assiduously endeavored in every instance 10 re-
feet your will and not my own.
Allow me, fellow citizens, in taking leave Of
you as your representative, 10 tender TO you my
unteigned Acknowledgements for The honor con-
tered upon me at your hands Tor TWO years past,
and 10 urge upon you The necessity Of immediate
action in the premises. Select from among your
selves The strongest man in the Democratic ranks
and rally to his support. Without harmony in
the ranks your efforts will be unavaing Let
me enlreat you then 10 act in un,son and you
will find me cooperating with you in susta ming
those principles for which we have ever contend
ed. In wore, let Us endeavor TO make a strong
pull, a long pull and pull altogether, and vic
lory VIII oe OUTS. IL IS important lhdt thorough
and complete organization OF The party, with
which ii has ever been my pride and pleasure to
ACT, should be had this spring. in order TO secure
more important result in the fall, to wit: The
Presidential election, upon which may turn the
prosperity or adversely OF our beloved country.
Very respectfully, your obd't sery't
HUGH H. KELLY.
RICHMOND, Jan. 2sih, lS4S.
The Examiner OF this city and the Norfolk and
Portsmouth papers will please give the above a
place in their respective papers.
I'VE part with Mr.. Kelly with great regret
He has made most faithful and intellisen, re.
preventative. His stirring appeal to the Demo.
cracy of Nansemond should address itself 10 our
friends in every county.-Eng
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

Twenty States have Democratic Governors
and nine States Wing. The people like TO be
1orcrnsd by Democrats.
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THE RICHMOND ENQUlREk.
VIRGINIA ANDoHIO-A Washington let

VIRGINIA AND OHIO.-A Washington ie'-
Ter liz The Wing states that The Virginia anu o.'o
Commissioners have adjourned Without Oe'ns
able 10 settle the boundary question. Ohio claim
ed The low-waer mark. Virginia c'a''heu VIC
high.waler mark, but was willing 10 max. 'ne
water in The channel (,casn pitdrs me 0anS' %
The r,ver,) whether high or low, the oonnuafy'-
This would make variable, but d. 'he sdme
time distinct and palpable boundary Inns
liberal proposition, however, was hui acceded 10
By the Ohio Commissioners and nothing conse'
quenlly has been done.
We have had the pleasure OF seeing g. w.
Thompson Esq, OF Wheeling, one of The Com
missioners, who is now in our ciIy-and he con-
firms the above statement, with the addition oil
the words in italics
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ruary I, ls4S.

E.-Mr. venable, Of
remark in tn. House
lgo. "'rhe Wings he
80 in the world 10 run
, But, as the Faye',e-
g lie might have as truly
ne horses 10 run when
n. That Is the differ
'higs 60 for principles,
srmit themselves 10 be
I among themselves
the love of which ST.
etic effort at the polls,
ell beforehand"
y, we give our read
Wing Of Saturday,
20 for principles"
iples they went for
hat their candidates
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

1t is said that Jefferson Davis denies having
propounded any interrogaories to Gen. Taylor
or having received any letter from him, since his
arrival in Washington. This denial is said 10
be called forth by The report, that in reply TO MIR.
D., Gen. T. had avowed his preference Tor The
Tariff of 1876 and the Independent Treasury.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

Our accounts from all portions OF Virginia So
tisiy us that the Democratic party were never
more united or jealous for The continued triumph
of their principles. On the war question: also,
they take the side OF their oDn country. Could
nober incentive urge them 10 battle and 10 TIL
umph2 We give extracts OF letters from in'elli-
gents Democrats in different portions oil the
State, received by the last mail Who will disre-
gard their wise and salutary advice2
al ever there was time when the principles
of the Democracy ought 10 triumph over lhe in
consistency and recklessness which have always
marked the course OF its enemies that time is
surely the present"
"The Democratic party every where must be
satisfied of the necessity OF union, harmony, SELF
denial, give up your friend and 60 for your coun-
Try maXimS, that alone can avail US in the s'rus-
giles of this spring and fall which are coming
upon US. lie, us first set our household right,
hold up our principles 10 The gazs OF The world,
prepare for aciion-le enthusiasm be the word,
and il matters little whether Henry Clay, General
Taylor or who may be SET up as the Wing cham
piop in the next Presidential contest"
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01
RICHMOND THEATRE.
LAST NIGHT OF Mr.. HACKETT.
KING HENRY |

On TUESDAY EVENING, February I,
Will be acted Shakspeare's Great Historical Play,
in acts, entitled
KING HENRY w.,
OR, THE HUMOURS OF FALSTAFF.
Sir John Falstaf, Mr.. Hacseu.
Grand Pas Seul BY Miss A. Walters.
Overture, By The Orchestra.
To conclude with The excellent Farce, in acts, of
You Can't Marry your Grandmother
II For full particulars, see bills OF he day.
u PRICES OF ADMISSION TO the
Boxes, Isl and ID Circles. IS cents; PHI 50 cents.
To the Sd Circle. and Slips for colored persons,
so and 25 cents. Private Boxes may also be OBJ
tained. Feo.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

The DIVISIONS IN New YoRK-That portion
OF The Democratic party Of The Stale oil Ne%
York, who adhere 10 The old organizations, &e.'
and are opposed to the Wilmoi Proviso' held
their State Convention at Albany, on the 10Th
inst. The other branch claiming 10 be The
young Demoers cy are TO hold theirs at Utica on
the 10th February. In derision, the iofmer are
called Old Hunkers, and the latter Barn Burn
ers. Judge DEMO in the chair, MT. McVein'
OF New York, reported very able address against
the Wilmol Proviso, and in favor OF SUSTAINING
the administration in carrying on the war II
was in favor Of free trade. II reviewed The clf1-
cullies which had occurred in The party, denoun-
ced the barn-burners as traitors, &c. The ad'
dress was unanimously adopted. WINE MT.
McVein was addressing The Convention, The gas
was turned of, which left The meeting IN DARK
ness. Great confusion prevailed for The momenp
blu, the lights were subsequently restored, and
the speaker proceeded.
The next day the Convention adopted The plan
of appointing delegates to The Baltimore Con-
venlion by Districts; and SO were chosen, being
one for each Congressional District, and TWO for
the Stale at large. H. J. Redfed Of Genesee'
and Campbell P. While OF New York are the
electors for the State al large.
In spite Of these signs Of discussion, we yet
trust that Democratic New York will reconcile
her differences, and record her vote for Demo-
cratic President.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-02-01

t rumored to day that the Wing caucus came mo 20
general understanding that General laylo, ,eSs
be nominated by the Wing National C onsesi,, n ia
he should avow himself as n Wing in principle, ca 10
said that he has been written to- on e par , ,h
nor, of ,h wh dctrines Is 10 be made Of to drive
him of the cou,se There is mach trouble thereby pus
in store for the WING partly for do not hnd UNA. do
Clay Wings intend TO yield, and the layoi ~ ,Ss
moi intend 10 surrender. No official account OF .no
proceedings of the Wing 10 be Pnbshea' us a
til the second meeting shall he held at which tue 10
of m 10 tn q received
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COMMERCIAL AFFAIRS.
MONEY MARKET.

uAOusAhys ScPss ~ AAs
We have no change of consequence to report in the
stock market. Prices to-day were unsettled At the
first board Harlem fell off u per cent? Long Island e;
Norwich and Worcester /. Canton Co. advanced /,
and treasury notes u.
A the second board, Morris Canal improved e; Can
ton Co. " Erie Railroad, new, full Is; Harlem q.
There were reports current in Cincinnati at the
latest accounts upfavorabe to the Clinton Bank, Of
Columbus The circulation of this bank, as officially
reported in May last, s47o76e specie, slo3266;
Eastern deposits 1852 AGO. due from and notes of 9TH
banks $50 060. The Cincinnati banks received the
paper as usual The notes of the Bank of Sandusky
were not received. Those of the Bank of Norwalk
were in good credit.
The amount of treasury notes outstanding on the
lst of September, 1S4s was S12,60e9s9 81 Of which
Sl2131 900 were of the issue Of January Is, 1S4s;
1927 400 of the issue of July 22d S46 Sl623e Of the
several iasues prior to July 22d, 1s46.
The demand for sterling exchange, for remittance by
the Boston steamer has been limited We quote prime
bills on London at Ga per cent premium on Paris
ST 2s4 ST IS; Hamburg, 35k S5I; Amsterdam
40 a 40H
The annexed statement exhibits the receipts of the
New York. Harlem. and Albany Railroad Company, in
each of the first eight months in each Of the past five