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The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06

JOHN VAN BUREN.-Major Noah relates
the following instance of this gentleman's
"easy assurance:
He was riding in the carriage with Dad
after dinner, in the neighborhood ofLinden-
wald, during which young hopeful kept
putting away at his Havana. At length
the indulgency of the democratic Chester
field being overwhelmed by the clouds Of
smoke, exclanned-
John, your cigar is sreally very offensive
inside here"
"Is it," said the dutiful son. "Then,
why the Devil don't you get out and ride
with the driver2'
The old gentleman (says Noah) now finds
that the smoke his promising son is raising
in all directions, is so offensive, that he is
obliged to come out Of his retirement, and
ride with the driver.
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06

EXPIRING IN SoxG.-A singular Incl
dent, showing the effect Of music upon
Canary bird, occurred in Roxbury within
the last few days. A lady of rare musical
attainments was playingo on the piano, when
all at once her bird, who seemed to have
been listening very inteRtly, burst forth
into strain Of song so loud, shrill and
powerful, as at once to arrest her attention.
Nothing like it had been heard before.
The little creature breast seemed actually
swelling and heaving, with his efforts to
give vent to the conceptions with which his
tiny heart was beating. All at once, at the
full tide of his melody, he was silent. His
mistress took him from the cage, and he
turned over in her hand and diedl On dis
section, it was found that he had completely
split his windpipe from top to bottomI
Boston Evening Transcript.
Rather tough. Exchange paper.
Which is tough, the story or the wind
pipe!
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06
PO Z R Y
From he Rough and Ready"
Rough and Ready Song

From he Rough and Ready"
Rough and Ready Song,
BY SMITH, IR.
AR Garry me hack 70 old Yzglnny."
For the hero, well-tried and bold,
a song let Us joyhlly sing;
Let us all unite, wilhall our might,
And make the welEn ring.
Santa Annals pass cant save poor Cass
From drear Salt Rivers shore,-
So join in our band, with heart and hand,
For Taylor and Fillmore.
Huzza for the Wings so happy as we!
With us Cass is no go;
For Rough and Ready, Fillmore and Ford
We goin Ohio.
On Palo Altos battle plain,
In Palma bloody fight.
In the furious fray at Monterey,
On Buena Vista 8 height,
Triumphantly our banner free
Old Zachary ever bore;
Then Join our band, with heart and hand,
Huzza for the Wings, &c.
"Confnsion and noise" drowned Cass' voice
And now he may sigh "alas!
One word / fear TIL never hear,
And that is President Cass!'
Old Zack and his boys are used to noise,
They've heard the cannOn's roar
Cone join our band, with heart and hand,
For Taylor and Fillmore.
Huzza fer the Wings, &c.
Our country long has borne tie wrong,
Beneath oppressIon's hand,
But soon the ray of dawning day
Will beam upon the land.
Our gallant hief will bring relief,
And happy times restore.
So join our band, with heart and hand,
For Taylor and Fillmore.
Euzza for the Wings, &c.
Treasure not the Costly Gem.
Treasure not the costly gem,
Treasure not the thing that's rayest;
Qupenly pearl or diadem.
Gain no lustre from tile falrest!
Treasure things Of common mould,
All earihs humber creatures treasure,
Joy cannot be bought with gold
Riches change not care to pleasure!
Treasure net the voice of prtse,
Malice sometimes turks mid praisng;
II you would your fortune raise,
Truth can better aid tie raising!
Treasure truth. its sacred bowl
Holds draught that's cold and bitter;
Honied words may glad the soul
Gall displease, but still be filter!
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06
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.NaiL .fl.r0algeMacltes
or THE
PORT GIBSON POST OFFICE.

PORT GIBSON POST OFFICE.
The Northern mail arrives every Monday
Wednesday and Friday, At 10 O'Clock, A. NJ.
and departs same days at o'clock z. NJ.
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and the Southern AZ half past l A. NJ
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HYMENIAL STATIsTICs.-The following
''interesting statistics" are taken from the
Lancaster Examiner:
Number of young men now goinga court
ing in Lancaster, 1850; of which have
actually popped the question, and been
accepted, $50; ditto, and been refused, %.
Number who are anxious to pop the ques-
tion, but can't screw up their courage,
l,6IO. Number who have been Tilted, 65.
Number hunting for fortunes, 2,349.
Number of confirmed old bachelors, $50;
Of which are not worth having, S45; Of
which would do as a last resort, 5.
Number Of widowers who are anxious
to marry again, 5. Number Of widows
ditto, ditto, 306.
Number Of young ladies who are in the
market, 6,64O; Of which have actually had
offers, 655; of which are waiting in dread
ful suspense, $40; of which have conclu-
ded to accept, 1,606; Of which willask her
mother, /.
Number of young ladies qualified tomake
good wives, 6,640; of which would darn
their husbands stockings, $50; of which
are skilled in astronomy, $3.50; of which
are learned in the languages, 4,735; Of
which are able to spell their own names,
562; Of which know how to waltz, 1890;
of which know how to use the spinning-
wheel, 40; Of which know how to spend
their husbands money, 6,640.
We never knew the man disposed to
scorn the humble, who was not himself a
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06

AGENcY.-George ratt, Esq, otfse Of the
New York; Morning Telegraph, is our autho-
r.4ed agent, 10 receive advertisements and sub.
sciiptions, and receipt for tbs same.
iFIl. s EuLKERsoN, Esq, ls orr authorised
AgeHt, 70 receive subscriptions and advertise
Rsnts aud reccivs paymen, for tho same, at
Grand Gulf
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06
n Z W GOODS
CALL AND SEE.

CALL AND SEE.
YNRE subscribers have just received a
i splendid assortment Of Fashionable and
Seasonable Goods, consisting in part OF the
following articles, viz:
White and colored Linen Drillings,
Cottonades, Hickory Checks,
Blue Plaids g. Stripes for womens dresses.
Brown Linens, Irish Linens,
Assorted Calico Prints,
Colored Jaconet Muslins,
White do. do.
Cross barred Muslins,
Swiss Nuslins.
Linen apd Cotton Diapers,
do do do Shceiing.
Table Linens, Linen Lustre,
Brown and hleached Domestics, Lowels,
"A 5 4 and GA Mating,
Mahogany Oh Cloth,
Grass Skrting.,
Silk, Thread and Kid Gloves,
Hosiery, assorted, DC.
French Marino Dress Coats,
do do Frock do.
English and German Dress Goats,
do do do Frock do.
Grass Linen Sack Goats,
Brown do do do.
Linen Check Dress and Frock Coats,
Cottonade do do 90 do.
Colored Alpaca Sack Goats,
French Marino pants,
White and colored Linen Drilling Pants,
Nankeen Pants, Cotlonade Pants,
Linen check Pants,
White and colored Marseilles Vests,
Black Satin Vests,
Linen and cotton Drawers,
Linen bosom Shirts.
Hats.-Panama, Leghorn, Campeachy
and Straw Hats. Beaver and silk Hats,
and also a good assortment of
HARDWARE AND CROCKERY,
to which we invite the attention of our
friends and customers.
BROCGHTON q WRIGHT.
April 2l, l84e. 34-tC
Dagging & Rope, just received BY
I'D the undersigned and for sals.
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A. GILKE Y
Cheap Cash Grocer as Il Pro.
dUCG Merchant,


No. 7, STAMPS Row,
PORT GIBSON, MI.
THE subscriber has opened a new and
fresh stock Of Groceries and Produce,
suitable for family and plantation use, and
will keep constlntly on hand, good as
sortment Of articles in his line, which he
will sell at rery small profit for cash, viz:
Brown, Loaf and Crushed Sugar; Coffee;
Tea; MCiassos; Sperm and Star Candles;
Boston Soap; Lard Oil; Mackerel; Coarse
aud Fine Salt; Pickles; Ketchup; Ground
Pepper, Spice and Cinnamon; Mustard;
Sardines; Almonds; Figs; Raisins; Boston
Crackers; Soda Biscuit; Tobacco Rice;
Powder; Shot; Macaroni; Nutmegs; Cho.
coiate; Salaratus; Nails; Mats; Brooms;
CrOckePy Ware;
Flour; Lard; Bulk Meat; Dried Beef Pota-
toes; Applss; Cheese; Stone Jars, Churns,
Milk Pans and Jugs, &c. &c.
His friends and the public are invited to
call If they wish to buy their supplies cheap
for cash. March 4. 27.Iy
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06

THE USED UP PoLTTIcIAv.--Peter Brush
was in dilapidated condition-out at the
elbows, out at the knees, out of pocket and
out of spirits, and out in the streets, and
:.out and outer" in every respect. He sat
on the curb stone, leaning his head upon
his hand, his elbow placed upon a step
ping stone. Mr.. Brush had for some time
been silent, absorbed in deep thought, which
he relieved at intervals by splitting through
his teeth, forlornly into the gutter. AT
length, heaving a deep sigh, he spoke:
''They used to tell me-put not your
trust in princes-and I hay'nt. None OF
'em ever wanted to borrow money Of me,
and / never see any Of them to borrow no
thing Of them. Princes! pooh! put not your
trust in politiciansl Them's my sentiments.
There's no two mediums about that,
Havn't been serving my country ike
patriot forthis five years; going to meetings;
huzzaing my dayhghts out utsgetting blue as
blazes; haYn'tI blocked windows, got licked
fifty time, carried don't know how many
black eyes and broken noses for the good
of the Commonwealth, and the purity of
legal rights, and all for what! Why for
mix. If any good has come of it, the
country has put the whole of it in her
pocket, and dswindledmeo out ofmy earnings.
lean get no Office. Republics is ungrateful
| don't want any reward for my services.
/ only want to be took good care Of, and
have nothing to do. Being taken good
care of was the main thing. Republics is
ungrateful. Pswugged if they ainti love
my country, and wanted an ofice-I
didn't care what so it was fat and easy.
| wanted to take care of my country, and /
wanted my country to take care Of me.
Head work is the trade Pm for-talking,
that's my line. Talking in the oyster eel
lar-m the barroom, any where. / can
talk all day only stopping for meals and to
wet my whistle. But parties is all alike.
I've been on all sides-tried 'em and
know-none Of 'em gave me any thing,
and I've a great mind toknock o1, and call
it half day.
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06

Ifrich, tits easy to hide our wealths if poor
it is not quite so easy to conceal our poverty.
We shall find it less difficult tohide athou.
sand guineas than one hole in our coat.
Ifa man has a right to be proud Of any-
thing, it is ola good action, doneas thought
70 be, without any base interest lurking a
the bottom Off.
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06

oBlgSL Received.
CANDERS' Harry ofthe West Tobacco,
- Myers "Phpnix"
Prices, Rogers and other Brands.
Large assortment OF Cigars,
Also, Shot Pouches, Powder Flasks,
Game Bags, and Walkers Percussion Caps.
PorTs q HASTINGS.
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06

DEATH.-FIeavensl what a moment must
be that when the last futter expires on our
lips! What change! Tell me, We who
are deepest read in nature and in God, to
what new world are we born! What new
being do we receive! Whittier has that
spark, that unseen, that incomprehenSible
intelligence fed? Look upon the cold,
ivid, ghastly corpse that lies before you!
That was but a shell, gross and earthly
covering, which held the immortal essence
that has now left us; left no range, perhaps
through illimitable space; to receive new
capacities of delight; new powers of con-
ception; new glorieS of beatitude! Ten
thousand fancies rush upon the mind as it
contemplates the awful moment between
life and death! 1t is a moment big with
imaginations, hopes and fears; it is the
consummation that clears up all mystery
solves all doubts-Which removes contra
diction and destroys errors. Great God!
what flood of rapture may at once burst
upon the departed soul. The unclouded
brightness Of the celestial region-the So
lemn secrets ofnature may then be divulged;
the immediate unity Of the past, the pre-
sent, and the future; strains Of unimaginable
harmony, forms of imperishable beauty,
may then suddenly disclose themselves,
bursting upon the delighted senses, and
bathing them in immeasurable bliss! The
mind is lost in this excess of wondrous de-
light, and dares not turn from the heavenly
vision to one so gloomy, so tremendous as
the department of the wicked! Human
fancy shrinks back appalled,!
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TWO STORY

well finished in every respect; having cir
cular stairway leading 70 the sky-light
from the centre, with galleries cunning
the entire length, and twelve foot passage
through the middle, east and west.
Also two story brick kitchen, with ser.
wants rooms, attached to the south end,
and galleries entire, aaording ample room
for lodging, washing, ironing and all culina-
ry affairs, with a good
WELL OF WATER
at the door. This property has been
repaired the present year, and put in good
order, and well painted. The out buildings
are all that could be desired, furnishing
every requisite for convenience and COM
fort. thas also a good garden and orchard
attached, and the main yard handsomely
decorated with select shrubbery.
Any person wanting such property
will do well to examine it, as it will be sold
low for cash Possession given the lst Of
January, I849. Any information required,
will be given by Mr.. VIM. O'Kelly, Of
Port Gibson. JAS. GOTTEN.
September 90, l849. 5-I2t
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just Received.
QHAY'S Superior Family llams,
~ Sugar Cured 8 !"
Clear Sides,
Dried Beet,
st. Louis and Ohio Flour and Lard,
POTTs g. HASTINGS.
June 8, l94s. 4l-3t
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06

UNCERTAINTY OF LIFE.-There is kind
Of warning voice by which ever and anon
we are summoned torcAect upon the breyity
and uncertainty ofhuman existence. Scenes
witnessed from time to time awaken
thoughts Of four Immortality, and evince that
in life we are in the midst of death-that
unperceived by US the entrance to its vale
may lie near our door. Yet unconscious
frequently Of our near approach to that
bourne from which none ever return, min
Cling with the busy throng, we pass along
merrily in the journey life. In nthe "day-
spring Of our being" when the heart beats
high with hope, fancy pictures years Of
coming pleasure. How often illusory!
How changing and uncertain is human life;
even as the tender flower that springs up
by the pathway which the wind passing
DER perchance may cause to wither and
die.
1t was but yesterday that one in man.
hoods prime, lived, who talked much OF
venerable old age, and ever thought his
journey would be long, nor even dreamed
his end so near, but to-day he is no more.
Trembling under the weight of years, the
aged man verges near the tomb, yet many
a blooming youth, whose plans for maturer
years were laid, and whose hopes Of future
life were bright, enters before him. They
whom we least expect are perhaps the first
compelled to yield to deaths mandate.
l see at a little distance one who long
wasted BY disease, was apparently near the
grave. Friends in the vigor Of youth and
blooming with health stood beside the lovely
one, and as they gazed upon the pale and
emaciated form, heard them say, 'sShe
will not live beyond the falling of the leaf. !"
But strange to tell, the hand of the de-
stroyer was stayed; and the sick one hoped
of recovering again. Soon the arrows Of
death were pointed at their youthful hearts,
and in all their beauty they became its VIC
Tins. Years passed away. Though they
long since have mouldered back to dust,
she, animated with hope, fingers and tells
the mournful tale oftheir departure. How
mysterious is the mission fdeath!
aThe youth in life's green spring. and he who is
In strength OF years, nhtron and maid,
The bow with age and infant in its smiles,
Shall one BY one. be gathered 10 the tomb.
So live that when thy summons come to join
The innumerable caravan that moves
To that mysterious realm, where each shall take
His chamber in the silent halls of death,
That thou, sustain'd and sooth'd, approach Thy
grave
Like one who wraps the drapery Of his couch
About him, and lies down 10 pleasant dreams. !"
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06
Great Arrival of
SPRING G00DSi.
Come here Everybody!

CUAAC mere Ever yUOuyS6
Fresh and Seasona5le Dry Goods offered at
toTer prices than erer heard Of before.
II SELIGMAN & Co. have just receiv.
u ed a complete and extensive assort-
ment Of Fancy and Staple Dry Goods, Of
al sorts, descriptions and qualities, such as
Auslins; Lawns; Ginghams; Bareges; Cam.
1orics; Linen, Jaconet and Plaid Muslins;
curtain Muslin and Gauze; Collars; Capes;
la1lObon; Parasols; Calicoes; Leghorn Hats;
Cottonades; Drilling; Linen and Linen Bo.
som Shirts; Domestics; Clothing; Hats;
Boots and Shoes, &c. &c.
All Of which will positively be sold at
che most reduced cash prices; they purchase
iOT cash, consequently they are enabled to
sell cheaper than anybody else, especially
q, as they intend to do only a cash business.
l1ey invite the community at large to call
saa purchase. March 4 2I.ly
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We never knew the man disposed to
scorn the humble, who was not himself a
fit object of scorn to the poorest.
The Port Gibson herald, and correspondent., 1848-10-06
ROBERT POTTS.
ROBERT POTTS. JoHN G.. HASTINGS
POTTS r. W.qSTFIVGS,
ROGERS.
CoURT HOUSE SQUARE,
Port Gibson, Miss.
JOHN 9. HASTINGS,
POTTS q HASTINGS

POTTS g. HASTINGS
t0AVE opened at their store, an entire
IL new stock Of Groceries and Produce,
consisting in part Of
Brown Sugar, Havana Coffee,
Crushed, Java,
Loaf Molasses,
Pulyerised S. II.
New Bedford Candies, Rice,
Adamantine, Soap, Boston No. l
Soap in small Boxes for family use,
Coarse and Fine Salt, Lard Oil,
Table, Wine Vinegar.
Cheese, Green & Blk Tea
Candies and Fruit, Pickles,
Cigars, Mackerel, Ketsups,
Tobacco. Syrups,
Sweet Oil, Lemons,
Mustard, Pepper,
Spices Of all kinds, Sardines,
Raisins, Powder,
Almonds, Shot,
Filberts, Lead,
Old Rye Whiskey, Claret,
Rectifed Porter,
Hams, Lard, Flour, &c.
Together with a good assortment Of Cas-
tings, Nails, Brushes, Wooden and Crock.
cry Ware, and variety of other articles.
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lsoR PRESIDENT, ~
LIE WIS CAS- S,
OF MICHIGAN.
FOR VICE PRESIDENT.
WILLIAM @. BUTLER
-'-" OF KENTUCKY.
ELECTORAL TICKET.

SENATORIAL ELECTORS.
Le Grand Byington, Of Pike county.
Samuel Stark weather, of Guy aboga.
tti. m DISTRICT ELECTORS.
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Naturalized Citizens, beware Of your

sn hsd enemies. q essg'',
The Native American organ Of Phil.
adelphia, speaking Of the elections in
Pennsylvania, in a boasting manner,
says:
1.-THE Native American Of our own
city and county have made this great
change in the condition Of the Key
stone state, and their party organiza-
tions, therefore, have not been in vain.
We should not, however, rest satisfied
with our present victory, but should
make the election Of the 7th Of Novem-
ber next, the crowning period OF our
triumph-a day that will long be mem
orable in the annals Of the country,
when Old Zack will be elected TO the
Presidential chair, and bright future
open upon the American people,"
Here II is-a NatiUe triumph, and
then this inlolerent organ comes out
now Tor Old Zack. What true hearted
republican would vote for a party, led
on by such incendiary, intolcrent,
church burning desperadoes as those
who sail under the Native American
Flag!-StateSman.
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THE VorE FOR GOvERNoR.--The Ia.
test news we have received, in regard
10 the Governors election, is from the
State sman Of the 93d, which says that
at that time it was not yet certain who
was elected. "The wings have been
trying to crow over Mum Ford, but il
iii is faint, doubtful, and backed by no
confidence, as a strict canvass OF the
official vote may change the result, and
they know il and feel it," 5@aa .4,
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uob,eeis ssshat he would conceal from
those whose support hs asks. and il is
~ tFaih % well ~ his manly virtues
-his many -services--the deep and de-
vo:ed love which marks his every act
= patriotic that has made the name
~ lame of Lev Cass, dear TO every
lDses OF his country, and has give him
sszdosp hold on the affections of the
people. Ohio statesman. .4
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Ohio Legislature.

SENATE-i8 democrats-l4 wings,
and A tree.soilers. ela 1s. la 600 eiah
HousE--38 democrats--98 wings,
and 8 free.soi Van Buren, men. a9tii
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Appeal to the Country.

The following eloquent and animated
address Of The National Democratic
Committee, Of Washington City, speaks
to the heart Of every republican. Lei
it be carefully read. Let what il ad'
vices, be done. lie! every democra,
do his duty to his country, at the com
ing contest, and he will have nothing to
regret: ..