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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
FOR THE SPECTATOR.

Not induced by selfish or mercenary motives, but
by feelings ofthe strongest kind pro bono publico
do we, Mr.. Editor, ask leave to occupy a short
space IN the columns OF your paper. You are
doubtless aware that we have in this 'renerable and
mc.ho0ored county, aye in good sold .Augusta''
this mother OF States and of Sia;esmen-manv
talented young men, who, but for their extreme
modesty might soon reach the very pinnacle of the
temple OF iame,-men that our sold mother Angus
Ia nght be proud to point to rs her brightest Jew
els; out alas! how are we grieved when we reflect
'hat they are as diamonds sunk in the depths of the
ocean, and all owing to their modes,y. 1t is true
what the poet says:-
"tuli many gem of purcst ray serene,
he dark, unfathomd caves of ocean bear;
uil many flower is born To blush unseen,
And waste its sweetness on the desert air"
Du. then here are jeweIs-yes, perfect gems
that need only slight polishing TO cause them TO
dazzle the eyes of all who behold them. and flowers
whose beauties, by little cultivation may be seen
ana whose fragrance would afford rich endowment
we nave, no doubt, among more than one pc-
mus, II Drought out IN proper way before the public
oil whom 1t might be said in after times that s.be
nations eaZed, and wondered much. and praised -
men, MI Editor, let us do duty and bring
iorth these jewels and flowers TO public view Now
the plan which we would most Respectfully and
with all due Difference submit to the people of tbic
county, as sort OF lnltiatory step towards efIcctpu
so desirable an object, is simply this: let us estab
i'sh IN the town of Staunton. an association IN he
called The Augusta County Young Mems anti
modesty Candidate calling out Society, with
auxiliares at each election precinct. The object
oi such an association would be--every year about
the ides OF March-to call on some len or fifteen
young men--such as we have already alluded to-
10 announce themselves as candidates for the To-
gisiature 1t Is true they could not all he elected
at the same time, but then it would give them
chance to show their genius, and might in the end
accomplish the object which we SO earnestly de-
size. Yours, in haste.
MANY VOTERS
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

BIC LEAP.--A horse belonging to a MIR.
White, of Baltimore, (says the Free Press. ~ made
leap a few days since which is close akin TO the
famous leap made by Puman's horse, IN revolu-
tonary times. Mr.. w was riding his horse thro'
one of our streets, when suddenly he was iosted
from his seat, and The horse becoming much FRIGHT
ened Immediately "broke OFF, at a swift run. Ia
king the back street he soon made his way TO the
town mill, and being ga stranger in these parts -
he mistOok the road with bridge over the race,
and took the one with only plank thrown over for
a crossing. Whilst at full speed he came to the
milrace, and with extraordinary exertion attempt
ed to make the opposite side-there being cut of
some twelve feet in depth-but was unsuccessful.
striking the opposite side with his head and one
leg; and disocaing his neck, he fell backwards
and soon expired. TIE horse made the leap some
ten feet from the edge Of The race or he could have
cleared quite easily the distance from bank to bank.
The distance he jumped is said 10 be ttcenty-f ce
fecl
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
HILDEBRAND.

passed by new grave-t was that of an in
FAINT, which had Prematurely come into the world,
looked and breaihed and tasted, and then, in one
sense, prematurey died. II was buried beneath
the window Of a dweIling-the mother usually sat
there She wished to look upon the sod which
covered it often as she desired TO look unon ber
BABE and to nurse the grave which had left the
cradle empty. The evergreen will grow there,
and the flowers blossom, for the whole will be
moisieDed by mothers tears. Such is woman
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
"MORAL TRATTORS.n
We copy the following pertinent and pungent
article from the National Intelligencer of Friday
TO THOMAS RITCHIE. ESQ.

Your paper Of Thursday evening contained the
following, which is an extract from your leadinu
editorial. headed ''MoRAL TREAsoN" Speaking
OF the Wing party in Congress. you say
"These moral traitors Gas the National Intelli
gencer called them in 1929 must be put do,on, and
branded with the shame which their revolving
treachery 10 the interests and honor of the counrT
deserves. They know the fate of the opponents of
the Revolution and the moral traitors of lSI2,-
lS47." '''' y
Sir, hold that it would be shameful instance
oil ingtatllude on my part, and of the moral trail
tors OF Congress generally if our thanks were not
iloefaiiy extended TO you for this the first instance
OF magnanlmty and generosity you have displayed
IN the course of long aud active life. 10 YOUR no
iltcal opponents!- After all your abuse and de-
hunclaon OF that patriotic party of 'smoral trail
TORS who are endeavoring to relieve the country
OF all the consequences resulting from this most un
fortunate an caiamtous war, who could have sup
posed Ii TO have been part of your ultimate design
10 nave bestowed upon them the highest honors and
distinctions in the land, For one, thank Won
with all my heart. do not know in what direc
tion the tastes OF other moral traitors will lead
lhem, but think ! can establish some pretensions
to distinction in their ranks by my uniform and ac
1--WE eXertlons against this from the beginning.
and think II not unreasonable that should have
one OF the distinguished offices you propose thus IL
moral traitors Of 1912 be that ofMe moral traitors
Of lS47."
Well be 1t so, Mr.. Richie, if you insist upon il
though we had no reason to expect such disinteres
ed llberality at your hands. But
''Snce you will buckle fortune on our backs.
10 bear her burden, whe'r we will or no,
we must have patience to endure the load -
and, as am not an ambitious man and care less for
political distinction than many others, will be
M Sba he ~ r
Justice of the u. States, now filled by tina, "moral
traitor of 1872" ROGER b. fancy and trust
you will see that it is kept in reserve for me. As
for the State Department, now occupied by that o.
Their ''moral traitor of 1872" JAMES BUcu,Y,N.
and the embassy to the court Of ST. James, held bv
another OF the ''moral traitors" of 1912, and the
thousand other places of income, but less dignity.
let the aspiring politicians of our party scramble as
they may. But don't forget, dear Mr.. Richie.
that claim the Chief Justiceship as mine, as the
just reward Of my services to the party you desire
to promote.
Yours, with everlasting gratitude,
"a MORAL TRAIroR OF lS47,"
of the deepcst d,,e
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
TRUSTEES SALE.
-rA @>


RY virtue of deed Of trust executed to tl,e sub
- scrbers by James Bell and wife, bearng date
the 18th day of February. 1872 and duly record.
ed in the County Court Office of Augusta. for mr,
poses therein specified, we shall, on the Goth dav
of April next, on the premises, proceed to sell to
the highest bidder for cash. three certain tracts or
parcels of land. lying and situate conpuoust tn zach
other, on the waters of Lewis Creek and Poane, -
Run, in Augusta Couny.-The first of said tracts
containing
4S1 Sa4 AODIAso
conveyed to said Bell by Joseph Bell. SEN and wife.
by deed bearing date the 20th of July, 1900, and
OF record in the Office of the County Court of An.
gus,a.-The second tract containing
gas Jog AONlA9o
conveyed TO said Bell by Benjamin Comerevs by
deed bearing date the sd of August. 1904 of Tecoy3
as aforesaid. And the third tract being his. the
said Bells one moety of tract containing san
ACRES, be the same more or less, conveyed hv
Joseph Bell, jr. and wife TO said James Bell and
VIM. Bell, by deed bearing date the Odd dav of
August, 1916, aud of record as aforesaid. Tho
said several tracts together constituting the farm
on whck sld James Bell now resides
Said land will be sold in three or more tracts AZ
laid OIL by an accurate survey and plot to be made
by the County Surveyor in few days, which will
be exhibited at any tine by said Bell or the TINS
tees until the day of sale and on the day of sale.
he lands now offered are situated on the east
side of the McAdamzcd road from Siaunton to
Winchester, about three miles below the Town Of
Staunton.-The Improvements on the homestead
are large BRICK and FRAME DWELLING
HOUSE, suitable for large family; BARN.
inferior TO none in the County both as to size and
workmanship together with all necessary out
buildings The land in quality will compare with
any in the Valley Of Virginia we'll watered, with
large proportions Of meadow land and timber.-For
the accuracy Of this description we invite any per
son DESTROYS Of purchasing 10 view the land
The title to said land is believed to be unques-
tionable; but acting as Trustees we will convey
only such title as is vested in us by the deed afore.
said
J: CRAWFORD, 2rr,s,ooo
WIN. b. KAYSER, trustees.
February %, 1913.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

Mr.. CLAY.-The Maysville (Ky.) Herald con-
'ains the following extract from letter addressed
by Mr. Clay TO one of his friends in that place, in
regard TO the connection of his name with the ap-
preaching Presidential canvass:
81 have constantly remained passive and neutral
upon the subject, aud up to this moment have not
made up my mind whether would accept or de-
cline nomination, if il We're rendered to me.
reserrc my decision for the last suitable n,oment
and shall be guided by all the circumstances of the
case, and especially by my sense of duty. if i,
should ever become necessary for me to come ia
any determination on the subject ,,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

iHE FREMONT CAsE.-Public curiosity is not a
little excited TO know why the verdict of the Court
Niarlai IN Col' tremonis case is kept by the Pres
dent so long under advisement. By some it is
ascrbed TO the difficulty, on the part of the Presi
dent, IN choosing between Senator Benton and
zen. kearney, neither Of whom is he willing to of
t tehu. others snrmlSe that he is holding it up IN
fe'Torem over the Senator from Missouri: and that
his decision will not be made known, therefore
until that Senator shall have thrown OF the reserve
by which his course has been marked durinr the
present session of Congress, and have defined une
quivocay his position in regard TO the War policy If
me Administration. Certainly, one would suppose
that time enough has elapsed to enable the Pres
dent to decide upon the guilt innocence of the ac
cuSed, and if he deem him guilty, to determine
whether the verdict of the Court shall be approved
or not; and is not therefore strange that remark
able procrastinaton has excited some anxiety to
learn what course Mr. Polk will pursue, as well as
many conJectures as to the Of the DELAY i'm ar
irving at decision, or, if it has been made m in
laying 1t before the country.-Uhig.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

The Salem (Indiana) Democrat contains letter
from Mr. U. May, who declares that in the late
Wing Convention at Indian apolis. Mr.. Albert s.
White ridculed all doubts upon the matter: s,id
he could vouch for the fact that General TAYLOR
was Wing, good and true that his written
pledges were in the pocket of Senator OF the u
nlted States; that there were wings who had seen
them; that if made chief magistrate of this Union,
his entire cabinet should be selected from the WhiG
party-aDd that none of the opposition could ever
obtain office through any agency ofhis.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

Our nelghbor of the Spectator seems to ridicule
the idea of the friend who proposed to raise money
by subscription to carry the war, should the
wing Congress refuse 10 pass the Loan Bill
mat friend never expected any anii-war whip to
contribute anything-he is aware tina, they would
rather make contributions 10 give laid and com
fort'' to the enemy, ifby that means their party
schemes could be advanced. democrat
Well, neighbOrs, we do think the idea fit sub
Ject for rldicue, coming it does from Democrat.
who, we are lead to believe is in favor Of vigorous
prosecution of the war. We know of no surer
plan OF bringing it to close than for Congress to
impose direct tax upon the people for its support
ana 10 talk OF carrying 1t on by private subscriptions
at the same time not expecting '.any anti-war whig
to contribute" is about as reasonable as to say thai
an army composed exclusively of Democrats could
be raised TO fight our battles in Mexico
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

We like the spirit of the Mercersburg pa. )
Journal The editor says he frequently hears per
sons call themselves ''Scott Wings" Taylor
Wings" and "Clay Wings" as if they belonged
TO Scott, Taylor. or Clay. Now, after all, the
best kind of Wings are U1Hg Whigs-Whigs
who are willing TO sacrifice their private prefer.
ences for men, to secure the success of Whip prin
ciPles, no matter whom National Convention
shall appoint the standard bearer Of the party.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

In his late speech on the Ten Regiment Bill,
Senator NILES declared himself decidedly in favor
of closing this disgraceGu war. Mr. Richie and
the other advocates of this gigantic scheme of Ma
tonal robbery, will hardly forgive the Connecticut
Senator, who is a locofoco. for so frank and EN-
phatic an admission as that "Mexico desires peace
on terms not unreasonable" and that '"tbere is no
justification for prolongng this war"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

Hon. ANDREW SrEwARr.-A number Of the
Pennsylvania papers have unfurled the name Of
this distinguished statesman for the Vice Presden.
cy; and large number Of meetings in the interior
Of the State have mentioned him in connection with
that office. He is strong man. and we could cor
daily support him, in case Of his nomination by
the National Convention
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
Yours, with everlasting gratitude,
"a MORAL TRAITOR OF lS47,"
of the deepcst dlje

The PRESIDENT AND Mr.. CAss-It is gener-
ally believed that Mr.. Polk is either satisfied of
Cen Cass's unfitness as the Administration leader
In the Senate, that he is jealous of his apparent
popularity, and hat the Senator no longer shares
the Executive confidence or basks in the sunshine
of Court favor. The Washington correspondent
OF the Charleston News, Ga neutral paper, with
Democratic sympathes.) states, for example, as a
rumor, that friend Of Mr.. c. having informed that
gentleman that Mr.. Polk had made Cen Houston
the depository of Executive arcana be dispensed
with homeopathic skill, as the health Of the coun-
try might require, Mr. Cass called on the President
TO ascertain what truth there might be in the state
ment Gle wished to know how to act and what
to say, as deponent at the Senatorial bar. Mr.
Polk, with his usual blandness. remarked that he
would consult the Cabinet and furnish the desired
information at some other time. When Mr.. Cass
again had an interview with Mr. Polk, he was in
formed that The President ,couLd as occasion naiglt
require, communicate ,cih Congress Itself! You
may (adds the wrier,) imagine Mr.. Cass's feelings
at this cut direct"
From the same source we learn that Mr. Bucha-
nan is now the Court favorite, and the controlling
member of the Cabinet-how long to remain so de-
ponds probably upon the fact whether the Secretary
Of State shall promise to be a formidable rival TO
hlr. Polk for the nomination Of the next Baltimore
Conventional. Whg.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
VI A r RED,

On Thursday evening, by the Rev. r. r. Castle
man. Mr.. stuart Crow. TO Miss BETsY WH1smAN
daughter OF MIR. Daniel Wbsman, Of this town.
On Tuesday the 9th ult, by the Rev Jas NJ Bao.
by, MIR. Benz. +. RicHARDsoS, Of Richmond TO Nh,
much admired and accomplished Miss Berry ASx PAp.
RiSoToN, Of Louisa county.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY %, lsas

LOUISA RAILRoAp-The Board oe D;ro.,,,
Of the Louisa Railroad Company held meeting
az Louisa Courthouse, on the l4th instant, and
adopted the following resolutions:
:. "Resolved, That the Engineer proceed with as
iit'e delay as possible consistent with existing du
Ties, 10 make the final location of the road TO the
the view of putting the same under contract as far
as the means ofthe company will permit
"Resolved, That the principal Engineer be an
thorzed to employ another assistant for the purpose
OF exPedit;ng the preparation Of the work for con
tract west of Charlottesville"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

DISTRESS AMONG OPERATIYEs-Th Eastern
papers are filled with accounts of the disresses ex
isting in the manufacturing districts, on account of
the low price Of wages, and the general sagnation
OF business. Ihe manufacturers are compelled To
limit their operations in consequence of the heavy
importations from abroad
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

o.. The Wing Convention of the Frederick Sc
material District met in Charlestown on the IOIb
instant, and nominated JoHN S. GALIAnEg for re-
election The Democrats have nominated HIRAM
l.. ORE of jefferson
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

O." Resolutions have passed the House of Rem
Iesentatives awarding gold medals to General
Taylor and Scott But one vote was recorded il
the negative.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

So. The n. Y City Wing Committee have =
dopted resolutions in favor of Mr. Clay for the pro
sldency, and of submitting their preferences to a
National Convention The vote in favor of sub.
hitting the question TO National Convention was
entirely unanimous
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

CoNGREss.-Ihe debate on the general merits
OF the Mexican WARM all its aspects-contnues
with undated vigor in both branches of Congress
II II Is thought the Ten Regiment bill will pass the
Senate but fail in the House
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

Lieut. Coi' JoHN Z. Fremont has been found
guilty OF all the charges and specifications preferred
against him and has been dismissed from the SER
vice, but recommended by the Court to the clemen
cy of the President
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
$27,S70,S59
23,O0O,OOO
ls,5OO,O0O
2o,5o0,OoO
S89.S7O,s59

This is not the ,chOle cost of the war, but it is
only the amount of the national debt, most of
which has been actually incurred and the ,cl,ole Of
winch VIII be incurred, by the continuation of the
war! Eighty-ninc millions eight hundred and
serenity thousand dollars Of a national debt!
The entire cost of the war, if it should be ended
during the present session of Congress- will not fall
short of one hundred aud fifty millions Of dollars
When we add to this the pensions which must be
granted, and the thousand of other claims upon the
Government arising from the War, the good poo
pie OF the United States will have pretty round
sum to pay.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

BoNAPARTE AND LouIsANA-When he sign
ed the treaty ceding Louisiana 10 the United States,
Napoleon, rubbing his hands, exclaimed "There I
have given to England rival that in fifty years
will master hor"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

The telegraph was opened on "Wednesday last
from baltimore to Charleston, s. c., and commu
hica'lons Were sent and received for the first time
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

0S-on "Wednesday morning last, plank kiln.
the property Of the Virginia Hotel Company, was
destroyed by fire. Loss estimated at $50.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

The Sultan of Turkey has conferred on Profess
sor Morse the title Of Bashaw Of Two Tails, and
sent him the decoration Of the order set ia diamonds
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

49, ShAhbbS WAY LORI he letter oil his
individual 10 the Union, forswearinp Whiggery,
&c, is received with great exulta,ion by the Lo-
co'ocos In general, and by the paper in which it
appeared in particular. Now the truth is, Capt.
Naylor has not pretended to be Wing for three
years, as is very well known in Philadelphia. He
joined The .Ntice american party IN 1916 roting
Their ticket for county officers, and ,cas considered
one 81 their most prominent men! The writer of
this speaks of his own knowledge, for he was very
intimate with Capt. (then Mr.) Naylor, and has
heard him denounce Whiggery three years ago, as
bitterly as he has ever it denounced in the CO.
lumns of the Union. 1t is not wonderful tina, he
should have taken such an opportunity to deal it a
blow, especially as by doing he effected double
object; that is to say, gratfed his spleen, and o.
pened the road TO promotion
Capt. Naylor published in the Sun. Native A.
merIcan,) Just before his election in 1915. an nd
dress 10 the Native American party, in which he
encouraged them TO united action, and proclaimed
himself one of them. Every body who knows
much about the Northern cities knows that the Ma
tive American party is much more bitter aqains,
the Wings than even the Locofocos The editor Of
the Union is as completely humbugged as he ever
was, and that is saying great deal Cant. Nav
Tor renounced what he has not pretended to be in
possession Of for three years His first disoust
took rise from having been imprisoned in St. Phi.
lips church, by order OF Gen. Cadwaader. the
night before the Queen street riot in lS44.-R
IFhig.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
TO ALL WHOM 1T MAY CONCERN.

'B'lIE bonds executed TO me for property sold as
Executor of David S. Dixon, decd, became
due on the 2Ofh instant, and the interests of the
estate require promp; payment.
All persons holding claims against the estate
Will present them properly authenticated for paw
ment. -
THOMAS w. McCUE.
E1'or Of d. S. Diron, decd.
February %, 1S4S-3t
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23
MILITIA ELECTION.

t'HE Court Of Inquiry for the lGOth Regiment
-. having established new company dis,ric, in
the town Of Staunton, consisting of all that psrt Of
the town lying north Of Main Sireet,-notice ia
nere0y given TO all those subject to military duty,
IN the said district, 10 assemble at the MaTkof
House on Saturday the Goth day Of February. 1915.
at o'clock, P. NJ, for the purpose of electnp OF
ficers in the said company.
WIN. A. BELL.
req. ~ 1913 1t. Col. l60'h Reg't v. III.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-02-23

The Enquirer is critcizing Gen. Taylor's letter
TO Gen. Gaines. 1t blames Gen. Taylor for what
IT considers an unwarranted imPutaton upon the
Presidents motives The letter was not designed
for publication, and, being intended as confidential
there was no sort of Improperly in free express
sion of opinion, in the opinion ITSELF unless Polk
claims authority over the souls and minds of his
Generals lf he does, he goes beyond all the des
pots of modern times, and asserts a perocative,
which no man but slave will consent TO concede.
Rich. Rep.