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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

Tie Presidents Last Drduing- Room-12
o'coek Wednesday Might.-Washington has
never witnessed so brilliant a company as was
assembled this night in the White House. Ali
the lower rooms were filled, and gaiety and
refinement presided over the elegant assembly
We may truly say, without compliment, Gor
truth can no longer be ascrhed 10 adulaton,)
that we have never seen the President and la.
dy look beter-with brighter or more con-
tented faces. There seemed to be but one
sentiment among this large and animated as
sembly-a disposition TO pay respect to the
retiring President. One who saw the crowd,
without understanding the character of the
meeting, remarked that it was the rising rath-
er than the sitting sun--so brilliantly and so
g1oriouslY does it descend below the horizon.
Washington could never boast of more
splendid spectacle. The motive of the meet
ing-the immense multitude which thronged
these extensive rooms-the talent and moral
force. and distinguished men and beautiful
women. that graced the assembly, constituted
one of the most remarkable scenes which we
have ever witnessed Gen. Taylor was not
present, as we had hoped he would be. Gen.
Cass was there, in good looks and gay spirits
The admirable music of the Marine Band
lent additional captivation to the last drawing
room under the present Administration.
Washington Union.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

Ca-We regret our inability to publish, this
week, the interesting and extraordinary cor
respondence between Senators Shields and
Breese, in relation TO the election of the form
er, which is now going the rounds Of the press.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

Gen. Taylor, by his arrival in Washington
on the evening of the 23d, finished up troub-
lesome journey. as he did just two years pre-
viously that evening, the battle of Bueaa Vis-
ta.-Bolttmore Sun.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

Nothing is too good to be done. Nothing is
too loving for the heart. Nothing is too tho't-
full for the mind. Nothing is too powerful for
the hand. There cannot be too much piety,
too much patriotism, too much philanthropy.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09
hot and strong:'

CoNcERr.-The readers attention is called
to the Concert, advertised in this days paper.
We Learn that the parties are highly common
ded for their talents, and we doubt not our
citizens will be pleased by visiting Mozart
Hall toni ght.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

The New CABINET.--The following is said
to be the composition OF the new Cabinet.
Whether Gen. Taylor be an ultra wing or on
ly whig-" so'-as Falstaff says, or not,
one thing is pretty certain, that the following
gentlemen are Federalists-'' black and blue''
Federaists, and no mistake; they are both
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

CoNsrABLE's ELEcTIoN.-On Monday last,
an election was held al the Courthouse in
this town, for two Constables for the District.
A multiplicity of candidates were in the field.
Thos. L. Holden and Fred. Swan were the
successful competitors. :.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

Col. JoHNsoN.-We learn that the remains
OF Col. VIM. R. Johnson (whose death we an
nounced few weeks since,) arrived here on
the steamer Gladiator from Charleston, on
Sunday last, and were conveyed on the cars
to his residence in Virginia for interment.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

Programme Of proceedings upon the reception
Of Er-PreSident JAMES K. Polk and SUITE,
in the town Of Wilmington, arhere they are
expected to Grrire on the morning Of the
7h:-
Upon the arrival OF the Cars, gun will be
fired, as signal for the flags 10 be hoisted at
the public stations, and by the Shipping in
port, (Which Masters OF Vessels are respect
fully requested TO attend to- and for the firing
of the salute at the Market Dock, and the
ringing of the bells.
They will be received at the Depot by the
Commissioners of the Town, and welcomed
to the Inequalities of the place, and the free
dom thereof rendered them by the Magistrate
of Police.
a procession will then be formed in the fol-
lowing order, under the direction OF WILLIAM
N. PEDEN, Chief Marshal, and WILLIAM ].
PRICE, JOHN HEDaIcK, and GUILFoRD L. DUB,
LEY, Assistant Mirshals, who will be desg-
mated by red sashes, viz:
The Ex- President and Suite in Carriages;
Magistrate OF Police, Commissioners OF the
Town, and Town Officers;
Officers of the Army and Navy;
Custom House Officers;
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09
TO THE EDITOR.

I observe in the {" Union of this morning
communication headed The Commissioner
Of PatentS-Ofce Seekers" and referring to
the manner in which have administered the
Patent Office with regard to appointments and
removals. The communication, am bound
to presume, and ! believe, is from a friendly
source, and prompted by the kindest feelings
towards ne personally. But feel it due %
myself 20 say that it was prepared and pub
lished without my knowledge, consent, or APP
probation. Without intending it, doubtless,
the author, by referring to my official course
since have been Commissioner OF Patents,
has placed me in the position of a suppliant
for the mercy Of the incoming President. My
own sense of personal dignity and self-respect
forbids that should occupy any such posi-
| ton.
disagree in principle with the party that
has been elevated to power in the person of
Gen. Taylor; and as an honest man, who
scorns to sacrifice his principles, opinions, or
! independence for any office in the gift of the
President elect, opposed his election, antic-
patng that it would result in the elevation of
party to power whose policy believe to be
detrimental to the best interests Of the coun-
! try.
can hold no Office under any President ex-
cept upon the condition that am permitted to
enjoy the free and independent ex preston of
my opinions upon political as we'll as all 9TH
er subjects.
am among the vanquished in this last vic
torious battle of Gen. Taylor-am subject TO
the will of the conqueror, and am ready to a.
bde my fate, whatever it may be. And what
ever it may be, l shall meet it in manner
becoming true American citizen, who can
not stoop to be hypocrite nor time-ser
in or out of Office, and who is TOO proud to
crave mercy from his enemies
! EDMT1ND RTTRKF
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09
WASHINGTON, February IS, 1849.

Hon. Mr.. HANNEGAN, late Senator from In
diana, has been appointed by the President,
by and with the consent of the Senate, envoy
extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to
Prussia
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

ing the President of the United States TO issue
five millions of dollars additional Treasury
notes, should he deem it necessary, TO meet
any deficiency in the Treasury caused by the
payments to Indians or on account OF the Mex
lean treaty.
Several other amendments were adopted.
and the bill passed
The Senate having disagreed to the amend
ments, committee of conference was appoint
ed.
After some Intellectual attempts to proceed
with other business. the House adjourned
FRIDAY, March Sendte.-The Senate
were in session until late hour last night,
and before adjournment, the bills making ap
preparations for the Army and for Fortifca
tons were passed, with amendments.
The Senate disagreed to the amendment OF
the House, that the bill to establish the terri
torial government of Minnesota shall lake eff
feet on the 10th of March next and COM
mittee of conference was appointed
This morning, the Vice President delivered
a valedictory address, and retired from the
chamber.
On motion, Mr. Atchison was unanimously
chosen President of the Senate pro tenn.
On motion of Mr. Webster, a resolution was
adopted, expressive of the thanks of the Sen
ate to the Hon Geo M. Dallas for the able
and impartial manner in which he had dis
charged the duties of his station.
House Of Representatives The rules were
suspended, and the committee of the whole
were discharged from the further considera-
ton of the bill TO establish Board of three
Commissioners 10 settle claims against Next
CO, assumed by the United States by the trea-
ty.
| Mr. Smith, of Conn.,, offered a substitute for
the Sena,e's bill; one of them provides that
the act shall 20 into effect on the 10th OF
March.
The House then went into committee of the
whole on the state of the Union, proceeded 10
the consideration OF the Senate's amendments
to the Civil and Diplomatic appropriation bill
The House restored the proviso abolishlng
whipping in the navy agreed to the amend
ments of the Senate. appropriating $4,000
for the City Hall, of Washington; $4,000 for a
sewer at Fifteenth ST. and $4,000 for COM
mencng an addition to the Patent Office, pro-
vided the work be given out by contract
The amendment OF the Senate, TO provide
a government for the people of New Mexico
and California (as proposed by MIR. Walker.
the committee of Ways and Means recon-
mended be stricken out, and substitute
dopted that the President be authorized to
hold possession of, &c.
Mr.. Wentworth moved 10 amend by adding
the Wilmot ProViso; voted down-yeas 80
nays SO.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

G3-In order to close up the proceedings of
Congress, and present TO our readers the In
augural Address of the new President in to-
days paper, we have reluctantly omitted many
things we desired TO notice.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

Citizens in line, by double fle
Upon the arrival OF the Ex-President and
Suite at their quarters, they will be welcom.
ed, on behalf of the citizens OF the Town, BY
WILLIAM HILL, Esq.
After which, at the hour named by the Ex-
President and Suite as most convenient for
them, (notice of which will be given by the
firing of a gun and the ringing of the Town
bell,) they will be escorted by the Commits
sioners of the Town TO the Masonic Hall,
where they will receive such of their fellow.
citizens as see fit to call upon them.
Upon their departure, they will be escorted
to the Boat by the Commissioners of the Town
and Officers, and salute fired as the Boat
passes the Town.
JAS. T. MILLER, ! Committee
VIM. C. HOWARD, of Arrange
l. H. MARSTELLER, } ments.
Wilmington NJ n al March 1910
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

STEAMER GUADALoUIvIR.-W We announced
in an extra on last Friday evening, the arrival
of the above Spanish Steamer al this port, in
a wrecked condition. See fourth page. The
G. is now heing repaired of the damages she
sustained at sea, and will, we learn, also go
on the ways, if she can be taken up, for the
purpose of cleaning her bottom.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09
co,oNI., HIsroRr OF NORTH CAROLINA

COLONIAL H1sroRY OF North CAROLINA
We commence this week the publication Of
comics If documents, found in the British ar
chives, by our Minister. Mr.. Bancroft, and
transmitted by him to President Polk. These
documents were presented to the Governor of
this State by Mr. Polk. some weeks since
They will be found highly interesting. exhib-
iting, as they do, the condition of North Caro-
lima during her Colonial subserviency to the
British Crown, and the effective means adop-
ted by our ancestors to throw off the shackles
of British tyranny. They will doubtless be
read by all.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1849-03-09

floor-moved that the Senate disagree 4
House amendment, and then recede i'0"
own amendments. -
cation Of the extraordinary proceeding OF
Senate during the past n'gh'.
Mr. Walker insisted that then oniy GOV
was 10 agree or disagree 10 the House a"'
ment. t NJ, nj
glass the question was taken on MT A~.
,on,s motion, by yeas and nays, and IL y
decided in the affirmative, 50 10 /" Js,c.s
Senate disagreed to the House af1le"r" d
and receded from their own amenOn. men,,
the Civil and Diplomatic appFopIla0IIrr y
stands passed without further ac'lO r.s >,
House and without any provision IN ~ sars
California and New Mexico. Those u"
RES are therefore to be left without o!Ds
vernment than they now have, untii.'n ID
Congress shall assemble. 1.-THE bill "as
ed by the President pro tenn. OF the 1fO@,pp d.
Speaker of the House, sent 10 PreSIdeI'
and received his signature. ~.
The bill from the House, to eXtenu ~ n..ss
enue laws over Upper California anu IN. I'M
collection district therein, was, on m0'''
Mr. Dix, taken up and passed, .ices
A resolution from the House 10 s :..s,
was concurred in, and a joint co1nIIlI' :rs
pointed to wait on the President, Wno
quently reported that they had pei I1' IN,
dutv, and then the Senate adjourned i ~:
House Of Apprenticeship nv nal:
donted a resolution providing that n'
bust (by King.) for The late Jonn . ar;bntion
ans. be procured by voluntary con'FlO"
members. n
A bill to establish a branch mint ii
York was passed. ,n,s Of
The House took up the amendmshh;;Il . q
Senate to the naval appropriation N OBJ
CURED in some and non-concur'eu n.oiplet
IA committee OF conference was ayr
both Houses.l
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
advertisements,

Eg When we are asked by our readers why
we are constantly, week after week, alluding to
Vaughn's Vegetable Lithontriphc Mixture, we have
only to say that with all due allowance to the mer-
its of other articles of the kind, we must say we
have been astonished at the success of this Great
American Remedy In all the complaints which
belong to the human family, it acts as curative
power of most magical character-this We know.
Tis true that we are paid for this notice-for the
proprietor of the Lthontriptic, Dr. Vaughn, adver-
tises largely with u.s. but reader we are not paid to
falsify, and we beg of you to examine his book
in the Agents hands and also the Agents them
selves if his Remedy is not something of great
value See our columns
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
FEMALE BEAUTY

Lados whose compilations not clear they could
wsh instead Of resorng those poisonous preparations
in the form of Cosmetics &c should use DR.. Guysott's
the Blood and enlivening the imagination, gives clear
to the complexion brightness to the eye and elastic
ty the step
''Leavng that beautiful which was SO,
And making that which was not
Vexaous eruptions the face resulting from want oi
sluggish circulation of the blood. disa-
pear under its influence, leaving rich bloom of health,
that cosmetic mpart. Ladies who have tried il
express themselves surprised and delighted.
CAUTION EXTRA ordinary.
The great reputation of this medicine has induced
countereiters and imtaiors take the field.
Therefore, beware how you buy medicine put up in
similar style
Be very and ask for Dr. Guysotts extract of yell
low Dock and Sarsapara, bearing the written signature
OF S. F. Bennett, each outside wrapper. written with
black ink and do not, any account be induced to buy
other articeas it this preparation only that
forming such marvellous and astonishing Take
no mans word persons having the counterfeit medi
cine and not the genuine, of desrous of
king their profit consequently you liable to buy worth
less trash, unless you examine for yourselves.
1t is well in all cut out this caution and put
into your pocket book and compare with medicine.
Remember, DIR. Guysotts Yellow Dock and Sarsapa-
rilla
Prepared S. F. Benefits Laboratory Little Falls
New York, and sold wholesale and retail at his Western
Branch Emporium, number 4, Walnut St. Cincinnati.
Orders may be addressed to either place. Also for sale
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10

ER 1T is rare occurrence that we notice editori-
ally any Patent Medicine I" that is being hawked
abont the country, but in duty to the world we
feel bound to acknowledge and state that no one ar
ticle Of medicine within our knowledge, for most
complaints which human flesh is heir to, begins to
be as valuable as McALISTER'S ALL-HEAL-
ING OINTMENT. Having witnessed its great
and wonderful healing properties, we would not on
any consideration be without it; and we say to all
heads of families, keep this article on hand if you
wish to preserve your health and save doctors bills
See advertisement
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
MASTERS SALE.

Stephen Patrick & Others Court Of Common Pleas OF
Sandusky CO. ,state Of Ohio.
Smith D. Baldwin, ct. al Two DEGREES in Chancery.
BY virtue of two decreta orders issued in the above
entitled cause, shall offer for sale vendue the 9th
day of March next, between the hours prescribed by
law, the door of the honse of said county, in
Lower Sandusky, the following described real estate,
situate in said county, to witt The half of the
south westquarer OF the north west quarter of section
seVenteen township four, range sixteen containing 90
acres.
Also. part of the west half of the north quarter
of section Is township 4, range l6 containing %
Also, the half of the north quarter of section
Also the west huff of the north east quarter of section
7, township 4, range is, containing so acres.
Sold to satisfy said decree.
r. P. BUCKLAND,
February Oath '49 master in chancery.
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
ROAD NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that petition will be
presented to the Commissioners of Sandusky coun-
ty, at their next session, in March 1s49 for
county road commencing where the Morrison state
road crosses theeast line of section l6, in Balrle
townships in said county; thence north on sees
ton line to creek near George Reynolds resi-
dence, thence on the most eligible route to the
Sandusky river, at Pror's upper ford, thence
across said river on said ford, thence from the
west bank of said river ON the most eligible route
to intersect the road from Lower Sandusky to
Ballville.
January %, 1849.~
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10

CANALS AND Rail ROADS have lost their nov
city; chemistry, geology, phrenology and mesmer-
ism are becoming settled as sciences and still the
world progresses. Man produces his likeness by
light, and sends his messages by lightning and still
the world progresses-progresses in liberal senti-
ments and sciences
DR.. Guysot$ has prepared compound syrup Of
the best vegetable substances known, and which
cure most Of the ills that flesh is heir to- Try
his Compound extract of Yellow Dock and Sarsa-
parilla, and you win acknowledge that still the
world progresses. Our readers will find advertise
. ment in another column.
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
BEST FEMALE MEDICINE KNOWN.

The mild Alternative properties Of DR.. Guysots Extract
of yellow dock and sarsaparaa render it peculiarly
pcabe to the slender and delicate constitution of the f
male 1t is unrvaed in Its effect upon sneh disease
incipent consumption barrenness Luecorrhoea WI Wtes
irregular mensruation ncontnence of urine, and
raj prostration Of the system. Immediately
that nervousness and asstude 10 the female
frame, and mparts energy and buoyancy surprising
as they are grateful
We have evidence file, which induces strongly to
recommend this medicine to married people who have
been blessed with offspring.
We cannot of course exhibit certificates to any extent
in the above class of complaints, but give the following
extract of letter recently received indication
the extraordinary virtue of this medicine remedy for
he disease referred to.
Newark, Jan. 25th 1548
Mr.. Bennet-We take pleasure in stating that your
yellow dock and sarsapara gives great satisfaction in
cry We shall try and send you certificates.
very respectable gentleman informed that his
daughter troubled with difficult menstruaton aud
other diseases peculiar to her diseases her
she had not had her regular menstrual discharges for
long time; but by the of Doctor Guysott's Yellow
Dock and sarsapariIla, radically cured Had Town
sends and others, without receiving the slightest benefit
He had one daughter die from the cause. Please
send additional supply.
Very respectfully yours,
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
SPECIAL MASTERS SALE.

ID of common pleas of Sandusky county Ohio, 10 me
directed and delivered shall offer public sale, at the
door of the house in Lower Sandusky in said county
onthe day of March "A D. 1849 between
the hours prescribed by law the following described lands
and tenements towit The east half Of the north east
quarter dissection thirty township five, north of range
ffteen containing 80 and 44I00 of land in San
dusky county, Ohio.
Taken as the property of Gallagher and Loveand et
ais, to satisfy decree in said COURT in favor Of La @
Rawson, against the said Gallagher and Loveland.
c. EDGERTON,
Feb "a, l649. 5w. Special Master
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
PLANK ROAD NOTICE.

ROOKS for the subscription to the stock of the
DLower Sandusky Plank Road Company will be
opened at the house of Nh. - Dunbar, at Belts
vile, on Monday, the 9th day of March, inst, at
IL A M. At Lorenzo Abbott's Store at Swope's
Corners, on the same day at O'Clock P. NJ. AT
Smiths Tavern in Fort Ball, on Tuesday the goth
day of March, at 10 O'Clock A. NJ, and at Chas w.
Fosters Store in the village of Rome, on Wednes-
day the 14th day of March, at 10 o'clock A. NJ.
JESSE S. OLMsTED, JAMES JUSTICE,
JOHN R. PEAsE, CHARLES w. FOSTER,
LORENZO ABBOTT, ABEL RAwsoN,
JOHN S. TYLER R. P. BUCKLAND.
Commissioners.
March s, 1s49.
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
MA STEERS SALE,

La G. RawsOn, Court of Common Pleas, sandus-
XIV county, Ohio:
Joseph Meek. IN CHANCERY.
BY virtue of decretal order issued in this case, to
me directed and delivered, shall offer for sale at ven
DUE the 9th day OF March next between the hours
prescribed by law, the door OF the house of said
county in Lower sandusky the following described real
situate in said county, witt The half of the
north quarter of section % in township number s.
north of range number sixteen, containing 80
land. To satisfy the decree in said case.
r. P. BUCKLAND,
February "a 49. master in chancerv.
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
MASTERS SALE,

Ami w: cntter' Court of common pleas San
duSky Ohio.
John c. H. Montgomery IN CHANCERY. '
BY virtue of de sretal order esued in this CASE and
directed and delivered, shall offer for sale at
due the 9th day of March next between the hours
prescribed by law the door Of the house of said
county in Lower saGdusky, the following described real
estate wit:
The west half of the south east quarter of section %
township 5, range thirteen in sandusky county, Ohio
Also in lot number 80 in Birchard and Dickinsons ad
dition to the town of Lower Saadsky in said COUNTY
To satisfy the decree in said cause
S. N. WILCOX
February "a, '49 special master in chancerv
Lower Sandusky freeman. (Lower Sandusky [i.e. Fremont, Ohio]) 1849-1849, 1849-03-10
Gentlemen and Ladies,

c. j. Campbell and Co., at the New Cheap Btaaffd-
10 Clothing Store next door to the Franklin Houses
have Just received and offer for sale at GREATLY
REDUCED Prices, general assortment of the la
test style and best quality of
HATS. CARS. & MIFFs,
in connection with Ready Made Clothing.
Eg-We respectfully invite the Ladies and Gen
lemen to call before purchasing elsewhere,
Dec. 23d, 184e. G. J.CAMPBELL, d Co.