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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

BAcKrNc OUT.-It appears that many Of those
who started for California oVer land find their cour-
age fails them in the labofs Of civilization let
Ter from St. Joseph says:
Auctions are being held here daily, and guns,
harness. horses, wagons. &c, knocked down al less
than half and ia many instances, for less than onc
touIth Of their original cost.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

Col Charles r. NJ. Garrett, of Essex county.
Va, late Chief Engineer Of the State Of Georgia,
has been appointed Chief Engineer Of the Virginia
and Tennessee Rail Road Company /; and Andrew
Ellison, Jr, late Chief Engineer of tho South Shore
Rail Road, Massachusetts,, his Principal Assistant
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

MINISTER FROM THE ROMAN REPUBLIc-Tbat
vel known and highly esteemed Italian gentleman.
lelIX Foresti resident Of this city for about ten
years, has just received the appointment of Minis
ter from the Republic of Rome for the IT, States
NO other man could have been found as well uuali-
fled for the honorable office, for which he has been
prepared, alike by his pure and exalted character
superior education, oDgcorse of suffering in prs-
on Tor his devotion to the liberty Of Italy, and ar
intimate acquaintance with our institution and soc.
ETY.. NO man has ever acquired among us a moro
extensive circle offriends, or conciIialed more gen
eral respect for his accomplishments and virtues
Belngimpcated IN the affairs of Iombardy in 82Os
nc was condemned to imprisonment for life, and lay
In the dungeons Of Speilberg fourteen years, with
some OF the purest and noblest patriots of Italy,
moDg whom he was conspicuous for his equaninil9
and indonable spirit. He arrived here with Count
ConialoEieri and others, on their release by Aus
trla, under a sentence Of perpetual Punishment,
and has ever maintained the character of warm,
intelligent and disneresed friend Of Italy, whose
cause he has ever nobly sustained, amidst all tho
changes of the world and the conflicts Of opinions
NJ y. EGprcSS.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

THE UNITED Democracy in Connecticut, New
York, Ohio and Wisconsin, have established plat
form, of which the general features the follow
ing:
|. No more slave territory slave States.
2. The abolition of slavery in the District of Co
lumbia.
). The extension Of the Wimot proviso over the
Territories of California and New Mexico.
4. Liberal appropriations by Congress for the i'm
pTovement Of rivers and harbors.
5. Eptal suffrage for men Of all color.
6. The repeal of all Tariffs.
7. Direct taxation for the support of the Govern
meni.
s. The Sub-treasury.
This basis is the result of coalition between the
Hunker and the Barnburning wings, the latter hay-
ing prevailed in the struggl for ascendency between
the two.
The Congressional elections in Connecticut and
Virginia show an Increased democratic strength,
as It's caled-ncrease the standard ofthe prev
Gus election. The late official paper at Washington
reoices alike in both results, and in full expecta
ton of further democratic victories The union of the
abolitlonists with the other wing the old demo
cratic party in Connecticut was open and undisguis-
ed and one Of the democratic" representatives
from that State is an avowed aboiitonist and has
been one for years. Nevertheless the democratic
victory in Connecticut is very cheering TO Southern
allies.
The various factions which intend 10 oppose
Gen. IdljiOr'S administration will soon be develop
ed and defined. What bonds Of unity there may be
be tween them, save the common object of hostility
an administration that will countenance none OF
them, time may also disclose.-BaN. finer.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

n some OF the late comments Of the UniOn," VI
which the majority of the Senate are advised to
chcckmatc the Administration "by refusing TO con
firm any appointments made by the President, how
ever worthy or meritorious the apponees," little
secret is incauliously let out. UDless," says tho
Union, "the majority in the Senate Yndicate ii
this or other efllcacious way the Injustice done
TO their political friends, they canot crpcct 10 keep
mp The organization and efficiency If The Democrat
&c patyp' SC. The Richmond Wing pOunces up
on this admission. II seems, after all, that the
Organization Of the Democratic party" is to de-
pend upon the possession Of The "spos !"-.aieran
drid Gazette. ~,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

o. The British mail steamer arivedat Panama
on the 9th April, from Calao, with forty tons of
specie on board About two hundred mules were
loaded with the freight TO be taken to Chagres.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

Or 1t is said That the Hon. WIN. G.. RrvEs will
receive the appointment Of Minister to France, and
that the Hon. ABsor LAWRENCE Cf Mass will be
sent 10 England
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

The LAST News FROM CAKiroRNIA-The ex-
ceedngly yeilOD complexion Of the news which
Lieut.. Beae brings from California is likely to have
an effect in this part of,he country not dissmar to.
though perhaps not so electrical, as that which fol-
lowed the first discoveries Of the placers last sum
met and fall.
Wonderful country Gold there is not only get
ting Plentier than it was before but now even
diamonds and emerads are to be had for the pick
ing up! An impression has been lately gaining
ground at home that the full extent oftfe aurerous
region had been ascertained, and that the immense
numbers of immigrants in the Sacramento Valley.
with the equally larger number their way ti,her,
would ere long exhaust the extraordinary exuber-
ance Of the precious metals. The excitement then,
IT was thought, must cool down with the gradual
scarcity of the gold, and after the lapse of few
months perhaps little or nothing would be heard Of
the Wound FL Dorado. Impressions such as
these, we appreheud will not derive much addition
al strength from the account Lieut. Beae piyes of
matters and things in the country from which he
has just arrived.-.N. y. EcpresS
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

ISLAND OF CUBA.-The island of Cuba contains
$500 superficial leagues Of land, only two itbs of
which are cultivated. OF the remaining hrce-fCths
not used one is probably valuolcss leaving one half
of its agricultural resources uDdeveloped. 1t has
twelve cities ten towns, one hundred and eight vii
Iapes. and ninety-six hamcts. IN IS4l the popu
laIion was exclusive of soldiers and resident for
ejpners, ,0O7 ,G21 but more recent censns has
shown an increase Of about 100000 About half
the population is black, and Of the negroes from one
fourth to oneffih are free. About one-fourth Of
the imports are from the u. States.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

THE PRESBYTERIAN GENERAL ASSEMBLY AT
PIrTsBURGH.-On Tuesday last, Cincinnati was
decided upon the place for the assemblage of the
next General Assembly.
The report on domestic missions was made tho
Dr. Wm. Mcdowell.
The board has had 5l4 clergymen in its employ
ment during the past year, 2l3 having been added
since the last report, being excess of increase
over the last year Of 3d. The number of feeble
congregations supplied during the past year has
been 400, situated in 10 States and Territories
Missionaries have been sent 10 California and Ore
gon, flour to California and one 20 Oregon. } and
1t was stated that in all probability Presbytery
would be established in California at the next meet
ing of the Genera! Assembly. Twenty four hun
bred new members have been added to the Church
during tie past year, and lSOOon certificate, being
total of 1900 The number Of new churches
built, or in progress of erection, during the past
year, has been 100, being an increase of between
so and CO. The number Of Sabbath Schools has
been 500, with GOOO teachers. The number of
children in attendance has been 10000 There
have BEEN besides, more than 500 Bible and cate
chetlcal classes
Particular attention has been paid TO the distri-
button bf Bibles and tracts, received from the Amer
lean Tract Society, and from the society of the
church.
The amount of funds received during the past
wear has been-at New York, $50, 28437 at Lou
isvilIe, $40 70G.36; at Pittsburgh 9,GS4.5l from
the SYNOD Of Ohio, 81 ,41G.5S. The excess of in
crease Of funds received over that of last year, has
been Sl4,2l4.96 and the balance on hand is about
$4,000. The value of clothing received at Louis
vile is about So eco; at other places between S.
600 and $4,000. This is distributed anonp mis-
siouaries about to start on foreign service.
The stated clerk read the narrative on the slate
Of religion. 1t stated that there were % Synods,
and l22 Presbyteries. Two new Presby leries will
soon be formed in China, one in Western Africa
and one in California.
The General Assembly in accepting DR.. MiIler's
resignation--the third time oferod-of his profess
sorship in the Princeton Seminary, adopted resolu-
tions continuing his salary and professional dgni-
ties for life, with the title OF "Emcrius Professor
of Church Government and Ecclesiastical History
releasing him from the obligation, but requesting
him to instruct as it should be convenient and agree
able. The Rev. J. w. Alexander, ID. d., Of New
York CITY, was elected Dr. Ms successor.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-06-06

&c The Ladies Of the Prcsb Church realized.
S270 Ivy their late Fair
The daily national Whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1849, 1849-03-27
SHAKESPEARE HOTEL,

CORNER OF DUANE AND WILLIAM STREETS, NEW YORK
THE SUBSCRIBERS, under the firm OF BERGEN x
1 GALABRUN, having refued and repenshed this spa
rIous establishments now prepared TO receive company
There hundred and nine apartments IN this house,
cossting OF dining saloons, sitting rooms, parors lodging
rooms c The large hall may be used for balls or public
meetings The cooking department has been expressly ar
ranged so aa To furnish, moments notice, eireslmens
any number persons from one TO three hundred to
be accommodated at the sae time There are rooms where
private parties may be furnished with dinners or sup
pers, and the tables will be furnished with the best thu mar
ket affords Liquors and wines from the best establish
mons In the city Pastry and Confectionery furnished al
the shorest notice. There will be lunch at IL o'clock
every day and attention win be spared 10 give aiisac
lion Men Of business and those wishing the city will find
Themselves centrally and comfortably located and the
prices will be found TO be moderate The French and
Spanish languages are spoken in this hotel
JAMES BERGEN,
LOUIS GAEABRuN
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PIANO FORTE 8.

i In Baltimore, g. l2, and octave PIANOS of all pat
terms and Styles which they confidently recommend 10
professors aud amateurs The Pianos manufactured by them
have that peculiarly Of touch which commend them TO
players Of every school, well those who distin
g,shed by coll and delicate action, those who are cha
ranierlzed by bold, fiery, and rapid movement
They authorized To refer 10 numerous professors in
Baltimore, who have given their Pianos trial, for their
testimonials In their favor, and they are warranted in
commencing them by The universal appreciation which they
have received nom the great number Of persons who have
them in i'll Baltimore, and in the south and west gene
rally. They are confident Tint they make an instrument
equal any made anywhere in this country in Europe
their extensive manufacture Of Pianos enables them 10
sell liberal aud satisfactory hinsirmenis made
by them warraned and they will he kept Ia
year after purchase, without charge.
An agent viii visit Richmonli in short time, and various
parts Of Virginia AMI North Carolina, niid viii receive
ders which win be faithfully and promptly executed
mandatory.
IT, Orders will also be received factory direct,
and special pains taken 10 give satisfaction
kNABE d GAEIiIE,
No, 9 Entaw St, opp. The Euaw House, alt
The daily national Whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1849, 1849-03-27
SEAMAN & MUIR.

OF BNOHUWN1i w W iUINN, : 7
RE daily receiving from The large Auction Sales, an as
"A sortm.nt of FANG aud S7IPLE DIR Y GOODS
adapted to the City Trade and purchased much below
the of importation, which they offering at rery
small adrdlice. .
Tley have also received by the various steamers and
pncktts, very general assortment OF RICH FANG
DRY GOODS 10 which they invite the attention Of pur.
chasers In their stock will be found the Noreoaes Of
Paris ard London
They beg leave to present their thanks for the patronage
SO literally bestowed upon their establishments and
the public that they will strive 10 secure continuance
OF confidence and support
II is their purpose extend their already large business
and stimulated by their unexamped success thus far they
are determined leave honorable efforts unried to
compish their design considerable amount Of expert.
in business aa demonstrated To their satisfaction that
the only method Of obtaining and securing Large bus.
iness Ii have il based upon correct principles and that
while, as merchants they consult the interest of their Gus.
toners, they prsung,le only true method ofadvmcing
their own. st7-.
The daily national Whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1849, 1849-03-27
slSxa>, steam Comm in &c alton direct from
f6HlI4K S0utha npton to New Orleam and


seksl4K. Southampton to New OrleamA and
bnck.PtIrsiant 10 order from The Lords Commissioners
ofille Admiralty on the "a q November next and thence
MAIL STEAM PACKETS Will proceed direct from South.
ampon TO bermuda, Nassau Havana, Cat Ship Island
(New orleans Vera Cruz and Tampco, returning by the
route 10 England. ~ -
This arrangement admits Of easy and quick convey
ance TO and rom southampton and the placed above
TONED, and passengers for New Orleans will be conveyed
ther from the Copanys vessels their arrival al Car
Ship Island, by the Mexican Gulf Railway Company,
who will have steamer ready, and other es
provided for that purpose xcee,ng three dol
lars Tor eneh person The same ciies will be afforded
from New orleans embarking on board the Royal Mail
Steam Packets for Europe az.
The estimated time for the voyage from Southampton
as bermuda, days Nassau "a days. Havana
% days Ship Cat Island, New Orleans days; Vera
Cruz, 80 days; 1amplco, IS days.
The Steam Packets appointed leave Ship Cat Is
land IIaibor on their return 10 England att a. NJ on the
2lt Of each month by the above alteration passengers
proceeding 70 the West Indies by the 81 Of the mouth steam
er, will be conveyed via Iiemn aud by the 18th Of the
month steamer, heretofore, via Maera and Darbadoes
Particulars fares etc. may be obtained appca-
ton at the Royal Mail Steam Packet Campanys Ofces &c
Moorgafe street. Iondon ditto Wrinkle street, Southampton,
MesTs Delfue Co, rue Enghen, Paris; Mr. Geanzer
Y boulevard Poissonere dhlo Mr. lIundeiker iiamhuh
Mexican Gulf Railway Company, New Orleans, b y
Sc Mcorgate street, London t. CHAPEL, Secretary.
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CLOTHING, &c.
DEYTTv.S, cLOTJIING VIREUOT,Sj

DEVLLN.S, CLOTHING WAREHOUSE,
No. 80 John street, corner OF Nassau.
THE Subscribers are prepared with extensive and
L select stock Oh IA III and WINTER CLOTTfING
to which they respectfully invite the attention Of Wholesale
and retu buyers.
They have on hand and In process Of manufacture up
wards Of FIFTEEN THOUSAND GAR!IEN7.SHt
which they guarantee be made with all the elegance anu
durability OF the best custom rek Of The most fashionable
LESS u and hs together with the Cash System, forms The
great secret OF their most fl,cring success.
Their stock of French, English, German and American
Cloths Cassinerts, Itsgs, Bearers, 3irte &c &c. Is,
they venture assert the largest and best selected Col any
similar estabshmeni) in New York
Their work made 10 order they guarantee equal TO that
made at the most noted merchant aors OF the city, but at
nrces corresponding with their Cheap Cash System For,
Ia every department. they have secured the services Of the
hest Cutters and IJorkmeR the city aGorls,
Terms CASH or delivery.
80 ~. !', DANIEL, & ]. DEvIIN,
a John street, corner IL Nassau.
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NEW YORK ADVERTISEMENTS.

" H. PALMER,s COUNTRY NEWsPA-
v PER ADVERTISING AGENCY, Tribune Building,
New York embraces the best newspapers OF all tie
ciiies and principal towns IN die United States and Cana
da for which he is duly authorized TO receive alvs rse
nents aud subscriptions, AMI fully empowered 10 give re-
eeipts
Merchants manuiacturers artists and individuals gene
rally, besides public Institutions Incorporated companies,
and societies who wish TO advertise In, or subscribe for
newspapers Of any section OF the country, are respectfully
invited 10 examine the files.
To remove all doubts and Interpretations, the agent
hereby notifies the public thai person Ii authorized by
him 10 solicit advertisements cards subscriptions for the
newspapers for which he is the only authorized agent
Tie annoyance To merchants and others, growing out Of
pretended agencies In this city renders the aop
ton Of this course essentially proper TO guard against In
position.
Those, therefore, who wish 10 transact business with his
agency, and avoid mistakes respectfully invited 10 hand
IN their orders at the Office, or address
v, d. PALMER,
American Newspaper Agent, Tribune Buildings
IT, The cost Vi advertising country paIers-a list Of
the cities and towns throughout the Unon In whie, the
papers with the copies Of the sye,
raj papers Tor which he IL the duly authorized Agent, may
be seen this Office, In The Tribune Buildings
The daily national Whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1849, 1849-03-27
ENGRAyINGs, PAINTINGS.

DICTURE FRAMES, PIER AND MANTEi. GINSSES
L &c UILLfiM D. S1EFENS, 3i3 broadway, a
short distance above The Park, LlIpORIA.RS AND
DEILER.S IN ENGLfSfI FRENCH And fEIt
NAN ENGRA PiNG&, MtNUfICTBRERS OF
LOOKING GLASSES, &c.
w Il s. have made such arrangements with the first
publishing houses In the PRINT line, both in London and
Paris will secure TO them constant supply OF All me
most popular subjects from The best artists, ~ well as me
first oi all novelties they produced, which they VIII
sell al very reasonable prices.
AfAN7'EL AND PIER GLISSES IN all the varieties
Of French, Elzabean and Gothic styles, constantly on
hand or framed order from original designs, will supe
ior French plates and with thai faithful attention 10 quail
y which has always characterized their establishment
Portfolios and Stands constantly on hand.
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uRoosK,s
PATENT ELASTIC METALLfC STINK BOOTS
And SHOES.
caNGRPSS CATERS ron LAIJES AND GENT. ENiEN, |

PA TENT ELiS1TC METALLIC SIfiNk BOOTS
And SHOES.
CONGRESS CATERS ron LADIES AND GENTLEMEN.
These articles are superior anything before manu-,
featured, IN fs or any other country, for
durability, heaniy, and utility.
NO. I35 FULTON sTngEr, NEW YORK.
THIS unique aud useful invention awarded Silver
Medal ue hghestpreium) nj the last Annual Fair ri the
American Institute, for over all others offered
ID has met the appreciation Of the officers Of the army and
navy as well as every gentleman Of taste who has fairly
tested lie value, and is rapidly coming into general
desirable requisites in e Boots and Shoes. II makes
and shape, gives the holIaw part beautiful and eltva
with perfect ease quite low without exposing the panta
forward, and realms Il IN natural and easy position,
sell Boots and Shoes with This invention, in the cities OF
New York. brooklyn, and Jersey City.
CONGRESS CATERS
The undersigned The lrst In the city Of New York to
manufacture this justly celebrated and elegant article,
nes make them ui W endless variety OF styles, IN
workmanship nnel'altd, and az prices deiying compei
ton All olher kinds Of Roots, Shoes, CATERS Pumps and
Slippers, Tor lnli.s ssn'lenei yois sse and child
rem. LoRIN BROOKS,
1873 Fulton street
=. SJust received Of Russian Leather for Gen
tlemens Boots both for Dress and Water Proof This is
probably the first o 81 This celebrated Leather ever import
q info United
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THE CAMDEN AND AMBOy RAII. ROAD LINE, FOR
PHILADELPHIA AND INTERMEDIATE PLACES will
leave Pier No 2 N r., foot Of Baitery Plces, by Steam
JOIN POTTER for South Amboy, every day, (ssun
day exceptedD at six O'Clock.
Passengers will take the from South Amboy Cam.
den aud arrive in philadelphia, about II liz O'clock
Fare 10 Philadelphia 3d. for forward deck passengers
Philadelphia $780, Emgran and Transportation Line every
day, by Steamboat Transport, i.2 o'clock r. NJ fare
s22 Freehold and Monmonth, via Sfnges from ghsiown
aud Vests Turnout from New York 10 Freehold by VESTS
Turnout, 81 ~; from New York 10 Freehold by Islstowu,
$780, to Spoiswood and VESTS, IS cents; South Amboy, Is
cents; Perth Amboy, IL l-2 cents
DAILY EXCURSIONS TO PHILADELPHIA.
For the accommodation Of those persons wishing spend
part Of the day in Philadelphia either business plea
sure, Excursion tickets will be furnished emitting the pas
sengers return by the Mail Line al liz O'Clock r. NJ,
the same day or at o'clock the next morning.
Tickets or the Excursion S. 10 be had at the Office No.
West Street, on board the boat
Fifty pounds Of baggage will be allowed TO each passen.
ger in this line, and are expressly prohibited
from taking anything baggage but their wearing apparel
whch will be at the risk oil it's owner.