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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31
TIE SOUTHERN CAUCUS.

WAsBTwcToN, Jan. 23--I o'clock A. NJ
The Southern Caucus assembled last evening at
the hour designated The attendance YVES not go
large as on Iiie former occasion, a number Of the
Wings having refused 10 be present. The meeting
after being organised was opened by the reading Of
Dir. Berrien's Address.
This was followed by spirited and vehement
discussion Mr.. Mason led off in opposition to the
address, which he characterized as retitioD and not
declaration of rights. Mr.. Bayy followed in
speech Iaudatory Of Mr. Cahoun's manifesto. which
be insisted took the true ground. Mr. Gentry con-
tended that no action necessary, and adduced
eogent reasons in vindcation of that opinion. Mr..
Foote sustained Mr.. Berren and the views embed
led in bis address. Mr.. Hilliard advocated most
Ponement Of the whole subject ill after the 23d of
February.
At this period Mr.. Stephens introduced motion.
declaring that it was inexpedient to adopt auy ac
ton. Mr.. Bedingcr and Mr.. Iverson resisted ,hia
proposition, and advocated with great warmth the
original address. In consequence of remark made
by Mr.. Iyerson, Mir Morchead inquired of hin,
whether, in case the Wilmot Provso prevailed. no
rss in favor Of dissolution? To this question Mr.
ivcFson answered Yes" and his sentiment was
warmly apPiauded by portion Of the Iocofpcos
Then, said hIr. MoreheaG, why did YOU not raise
the standard last session. when the [Vjmoi Pro
viso was enacted, and MIR. Pclk approved il?
Mr.. Rhctt regarded The paper presented by Mr..
Berrien as a mere renanstrancc, in no way adapt
ed TO the eXjgency which existed. South Carolina
he said, had taken her ground. and she could not be
forced to retreat. The line FOR action had come
and he was prepared To engage in i; in whatever
form II may be necessary The resolution offered
by Mr. Stephens was laid on the table. Ayes IS
nays - Considerable and very animated di,cus
sion followed, and MIR Berrens address was reject
ed by vote Of ayes 2G. nays 3d.
hr Calhoun's Manifesto was iben taken M md
adopted ayes 50 nays 10. Ga this final vote but
single Wing (Mr. Gayle. Of Aabama) voted in
the Affirmative: Many Of The Locofocos efused TO
vote at all, and some Of them voted nay CORES
pondsnce North american.
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Co. Having heretofore commented on ar article
in the Richmond Republican which we thought OBJ
jec,unaLe. tits right that we should publish the
following explanation from that paper Of the Gath
instant:
'Our friends ofthe "Spectator" have entirely
misunderstood the drift of our remarks upon the
subject ola Military School. Among other consid-
eraiions, and only as one among many. for the es-
adjustment Of such institution, we referred very
briefly to the growing discard between the North
and South, aud TO The importance, in any event, of
a military institution, as nursery of teachers in
time Of peace. and of soldiers TO protect soil
should it be invaded from abroad. We spoke of
this last only ~ an incidental advantage Ola militia
ry academy, the main design being oicourse the cd
ucaon Of INDECENT young ;and their training as
teachers o! the common schools Of the Stale Tho
best mode Ia avoid war is to be prepared for il.
Such was ainly the belief ofGeneral Washing
ton, The greatest peace man of the nation aud who
was at the same time the principal advocate of the
national military academy at West Point. We be-
lieve that, with the kndest feelings toward. our
Northern brethren, it s yet the part of true wisdom
for the South TO he ready to meet aggressons in
whatever form and from whatever quarter, and that
this very preparation will be one of lie suesi meth
DDS Of avertng the horrible calamity of civil war,
than which we conceive nothing more dreadful
no curse which men of all sections should more
dsprccaie."
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THE FATE OF r. G.. GWATKIN.

II will be seen from the following communication
which we copy FROM the National lntclgencer,
that X. G. GwATKiS, who shot Mr.. FREDERIcK
PIrMAN, both August, 1883, at the White Sulphur
Springs, has met with similar fate. GwArKIN
was confined altogether abou! years, in different
places in tho State tried and convicted or twice
but new trials were granted, and he was taken TO
Earrisonburg, where he was imprisoned year or
two, whence he was brough, 10 this place under
the plea Of insanity, and placed in the Luna,ic
Asylum. After recovering, he wa. retained TO
Harrsonburg, tried and acquitted, we think, in the
gear 1914 Or 45.
WASHINGTON, January 90, 1S40.
.Messrs. Gales s. Scaton :---I take the liberty of
stating to YOU the following facts, that you may
make such parts public you may think proper
On tho 9th day of April, 1877, enlisted one
Richard G.. Gwatkin, laie Of the State of Virginia
into company A, Missouri Battalion Infantry Vol
uhteers, aud marched him with the company TO Ell
Paso, in the State Of chihuahua, where he was
discharged on the Goth February, 1913. He went
TO the city of chihuahua, received his pay about
the both June, and started from chihuahua for the
u. States with only one person Antoine Falcon) in
company. At Carisal, chihuahua, they employed
Mexican to groom their horses and, when they
had arrived at a watering place about thirty miles
south of FL Paso, the Mexican took Gwatkin's
'musket while he slept, and, placing the muzzle
near his head, blew out his brains he then took
lance. which he KEEP for his defence, and ,nur
derec Falcon also. lie then took their horses
and pro- erty and went to FL Paso, where he boast
ed OF his deeds. was Immediately apprchended, and
was IN jail at that place on the 9th July, when
the United States army passed through that town
Richard c. Gwatkin had large and respectable
connexion in Virginia, but in what town am una
BILE to recnect. He had become remarkable in Vir-
GINA by Killing very respectable man in public
house at the Mineral Springs in Virginia some years
since and had been long confined in prison await
irg his trial for that act
Very respectfully, your ob't scrv't,
ELlHU III. SHEPARD, late Captain
Com. A, No Bat. Inf Vols
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o. Extract from letter Of our correspondent,
"METRoroLIrAN," dated Richmond, January IL
1919:
That we have cause 10 congratulate ourselves
that better feeling exists in Virginia, and in that
part from which we have always hitherto encoun-
tered most pposition-Irde. Water region-there
is indubiable evidence. feel at liberty to mention
the names of several gentlemen from that quarter
who do deserve and we'll know ,cW vet more de
serve the grateful, remembrance of Yirginians for
their course on this subject. Among these stands
pre-eminent the able, indefa,gable and laborious
delegate from Elizabeth City and Warwick. JOS
Segar, who has beer lavorablv known to Virginia
for several years, for his mastery ability DISPLAYED
on the floor of the III. of Del ten wears since in BE-
half of liberal system of internal Improvements
and for which his then constituents the people of
Northampton, unable to appreciate him as he de-
served, sacrificed him. In sustaining Mr.. Serar.
DIR. Robinson, the delegate from Norfolk borough
active, industrious and exceedingly liberal in his
views, deserves honorable mention. The PEOPLE of
Norfolk will do injustice to themselves not to return
him, Democrat though he be-for men of his cha
racter have been too scarce in our Legislature
Ihos. Bayse, OF Northumberland, one of the younp-
est members of the House, Of fine talents sustained
himself last Spring before his constituents in advo-
eating this subject, and trust will ever do so. To
these may be added Mr.. Webb, of Lancaster and
Richmond, Harvey, Of Westmoreland Dr. Boykin.
w. Howard, Dr. Griffin and o,her names that
space fDrbds enumera;ing"
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CONGRESS.
MONDAY. January % I

MONDAY, January &c, lS49.
In TIE SfSarE.-Mr. Dix presented tn. resou,
lions OF tho New York Legislature against the az
tension OF Slavery, Sc, and moved that fbcv ~
printed A debate arose which continued IN rough
out the day. The printing was ordered, As to 5.
Nothing Of special interest in the House 50
TUESDAY 23d.
In rHs SENArE.-Mr. Upham presented a pad
l0n from citizens of the District Of Columbia, pray.
ing mat tho slavetrade may be prohibited therein.
or mat the corporations of Washington and George.
Town may be empowered to suppress it. - -
"A resolution submitted by Mr.. Dickinson, 70.
guessing the Secretary Of State to furnish copy Of
airy correspondence with the Spanish Government
in regard TO Cuba, was adopted.
HOUSE OF hEPREsENTATivEs.-The Civil sns
Diplomatic Appropriation Bill was passed.
WEDNESDAY 24tk.
In TIE SENATE.-Mr. Calhoun was in hi, .s.,
again, having nearly recovered from his recon, in.
disposition. ~
Mr. Houston presented memorial from Texas.
for the right of way, Sc, fer a railroad from ,h.
Rio Grande TO the Pacific
MIR. Douglass California Bill was taken up. A
substitute and various amendments were offered and
after considerable debate they were referred TO a &C.
lect committee.
The oil to reduce the rates of postage was taken
Up and discussed until the time of adjournment. e
In the House nothing interesting occurred.
THURSDAY 25th
IN THE SENATE.-A resolution. introduced nv
MIR. Badger, instructing the Committee on Print
Ing to enquire into the expediency of disseminating
The present contract for publishing tho proceedings
and debates of the Senate, was adop,ed.
HoUsE OF REPRssEETAT1vEs-Mr. NJcK,v;n.
tToduced bill to authorize the coming of gold dol
lars. Also bill TO regulate the mileage Of dele:
gates and members of Congress
JANUARY Goth
In THE SEsATR.-Mr. Atherton presented Ina
resolutions Of the New Hampshire Legislature, a.
gainst the extension Of slavery into California and
New Mexico; and for the adoption of such mea-
sures as Congress may possess the constitutional
power TO enact, for the suppression of tho slave
trade in the District of Columbia Laid On tho ia
BILE and ordered to be printed
MIR. Ereese, from the Committee on public lands.
reported without amendment, the bill granting u
the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad COMPANY the RIGHT
of way through the public lands, and it was passed
4h'' CHueI"oou presented the credentials of Mr..
Me'cat, elected Senator from Kentucky for the
nncSpired term Of Mr.. Criltenden, resigned
On motion of Mr.. Hannegan, the Senate thos
went into executive session; and, after sometime
spent therein, adjourned 10 Monday.
House. OF -On motion OF
Mr.. Rockwell, of Conn, the House wen, into Com
miltee of the Whole on the Private Calendar. and
considered and reported to the House more han seq
enfy private bills, which were read the third time
and passed!
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eJ- In regard to the attempt Of the n. York T,
vening Post 10 transfer the renown of the Buens
Vista victory, from Gen. TAYLOR 10 the Cd in com
mand, (Gen. WooL.) the Richmond Republican.
OF January 22d, in the conclusion of an editorial,
presents the suboined frcble and eloauent remarks
"But, whatever may be the result no shaft. aim
ed by mortal hand, reach the bright sun Of
Iaylor's military fame. Upon this subject Amer
leans know not political differences. Whatever
they may think Of Taylor as the Wing candidate
there is but one opinion Of Taylor as the American
General The editor of the Evening Post. if he
had laid aside his jews harp and seized the sword
might possibly have done better than RouGh and
Ready at Buena Vista bu as he forgot to offer the
nation his invaluable services, History will be fore
ed to write down Gen. Zachary Taylor as the hero
OF that immortal fight. History will proclaim to
future ages that TO the Same matchless combination
oi sagacty, GOODNESS, decision yalor and rock like
hrmness, which swept the fields Of Palo Alto, Re
SAGA and Monterey with the resistless power of
tornado, may be traced the crownng victory Of Blu
ena Vista, in which it was ''glofy enough for
zen. Wool that he "servcd under such chef''-
1aylors fame will last for ages after il shall have
been forgotten that his ungra,efu detracors ever
lived-or, if they make themselves immortal bv
fastening upon him, ii will be the immortality OF
The ''ugy and yenomous" toad, imbeddod in the G.
ternal rock"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

90 That the mons aveholding States arc OPP
posed 10 Slavery is truisn. That they are OPP
posed to the extension of Slavery into the territories
is a fact, consistent to them. Why then does the
"Vndicator" talk Of admissions ON this point by the
Spectator" That they are prepared To disturb
the institution in the States, which is the same
thing, the compromises of The Constitution, we do
not believe.
But the ''Viirl:ca,or," in Uos mhlecdnccpton,
mistakes tho true basis Of the argument upon the
points at issue. IL seems 10 feel pressing necessity
TO prove the 'Wilmot Proviso" Unconstitutional or
rather make the assertion order to arouse the in
dignaion and resistance Of the whole South We,
on the contrary. not willing to have interests
'even eons,itulionally destroyed. Cases might be
multiplied to show that Congress, in the exercise
Of powers expressly granted, might porpetrato the
crosses, inus to particular sections of the
try Make out the case Of plain, practical and gross
violation IF Southern rights, and we will 90 as far
as the far,hes, in indicating them, constitution OF
no constitution. Why, then, this ado about the
constitutionality of said Proviso? We answer, for
effect. The most that can be said Of this vexed
question, is, that the p"wer OF Congress is doubtful
and therefore it would be highly improper TO cxer
else it. We 60 against il, and protest agains, it !;
but before we fight, we mean carefully 10 contrast
the comparative benefits Of the Union with an alb
slrac,iOn.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

o. The expedition fitted out by Messrs Aspin-
wall, Chauncey and Stephens, for surveying and
locating route for the Panama Railroad, with q
view to speedy contracts for construction, sailed
from \. York on the 10th inst, for Cbagres. The
whole party consists Of 46 persons, in different ca
paciiios. goodly number of the officers lately be-
longing TO Col. HUCHEs' Regiment in Mexico, be-
long to the party. WIN. NoRRIs. principal Engi-
neer of Chagres division-W. II. SipEbL. princi-
pal Engineer Of Panama division.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

FLowEns OF THE SEAsoN.--The following is an
extract from the Speech of Mr.. CLAIBORNE, of
Franklin, delivered in the House of Delegates, jan
2Oih lo49-Mr. Conway's Resolutions being under
consideration
Draw your resolutions in the strongest language
that human tongue has ever invented, condemn The
spirit of fanailclsm that is now breathed on the
floor of our National Congress, and by way ofmak-
ing your resolutions little more spicy, eugrave
upon their face The Goddess Of Liberty standing on
MASON and Dixon s line with the scales of justice
in one hand and the sword in the other. and + will
record my vote III the affirmative in letters of blood
1t that be necessary, send them to franklin in April
and will come here next winter to convince YOU
that represent Shareholders, Virginians, and South
ernors on this lOor."
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

GEN. TAyLoR's CABlNrT-Our readers are d.
ware that the Wing members of Congress from
pennsylvania, short time since, united in recon-.
mending to the notice of the President elect Hon
Andrew Stewart, for the Office of Secretary of the
Treasury. We have nothing to say Against the
high claims of Mr.. S. and have not the slightest
doubt that Inc would prove himself, in the event of
his selection every way equal the burdens of the
office. We are well aware, also, that il is the in
tenton Of Gen. Taylor, as it undoubtedly is his
duty, to select his cabinet with reference to rep
resenaon in it, of the various sections ofthe Union.
and that no State has deeper interest in such Sc
lection than Pennsylvania, or is more fully entitled
to representative. Yet we enter our protest a
gaIns this method Of bringing the name of Gistin.
guished individual before the notice of the Presi-
dent, because from the semi official nature Of The
proceeding, 1t wears the appearance Of an attempt
at dIctation. That such was not the intention of
the movers, willing to believe, yet that such
will be the impression Of the public, we feel assured
will not admit of doubt. In such light it is al
ready regarded by the Wing press Of the country,
and the dissatisfaction which it has created, has
been very freely expressed Whig.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31
WEDNESDAY. JANUARY 81, Is4o.
70 the Voters of the 18th Congressional District.

The subscriber respectfully announces 10 the pcorlc
OF the Congressional composed of the Counties
Of Shenandoah. Rockingham, Pcndlcton, Iia,dy Au.
gusta and Rockbridgc, that he is candidate to r,prc
sent them in the next Congress Of the United States
In due time before the election, he expects TO address
Them by circular letter otherwise upon The
subjects connected with that election, and connected
also, with his conduct their past and present rcbrc
sentative. JAMES NcDOWEJJ
January 81, 1919.
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hccrDENr TO Henry CLAY.-The Hon. Henry

ACCIDENT TO Henry CLAY.-The Hon Henry
Clay, while walking out yesterday, accidentally
slipped and fell. Being unable to recover, his head
IN falling, struck the pavement, producing quite
severe wound. The venerable patriot was soon
surrounded by friends, who qnckly picked him up,
and conveyed him to his residence. He suffered
considerably for some time. but am glad to inform
you that al last accounts he was fast recovering and
is not considered by any means dangerously injured
His health otherwise is very fine-Balt. finer.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

lTAUGURATIoF BALL.--The price Of tickets to
The Bail TO he rendered Ia Gen. Taylor, at Wash
lngton' on The evening oi his Inauguration, has been
fixed at ten dollars. The grand pavilion, ono hun
dred and sixty feet long and fifty feet wide. adjoin
ing the City Hail. and taking in part Of that build
ing for dressing rooms, has already been commence
ed Baltimore Sun
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CO specimen Of leadore has been laid upon
our table, taken from mine recently discovered up
on the lahGs of Mr.. Wsf FABER. in Nelson county.
The specimen is exceedingly rich, containing about
so per cent Of lead, and we are informed that the
mine is supposed to be extensive
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

The police of New York City have succeeded in
arresilng the pretended DR.. Wcsselhof. in the per
son ofone John 5. Hanson. This fellow has flood
ed the country with advertisements directing the
attention TO great secret contained in highly i'm
poytant work" which lie promises to send to per.
sons who transmit ono dollar by mail lie ,wos
held To bail in the Of $1,000 to answer for his
conduct, at Court.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

A ToTAL ABsrrHEHcE CHrncr.-Thc Gcncr
81 Conference Of the Methodist Episcopal Church
(North,) at lis session in Pittsburg restored Yves
lsJ's original rule on Temperance. by very large
vsts. No member Of that chnrcl, ran now "rnake.
10y, ss, use" intoxicating liquors as bcycrare.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

o0- GEoRoE SEYMOUR, the negro man adver-
tiscd in this paper a few weeks since, has been re-
cognised as fugitive from the Penitcntiary, and ia
ken back 10 Richmond
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

CO The Baltimore American Publishes Toc-
graphic dispatch from Frankfort, Kentucky. com
municaiinp information Of Mr.. CIAY's nomination
for L. s. Senator, by tho Wings Of both branches
Of the Legislature, and that letter lad been re-
ceiyed from him expressing his willingness 10 &C
ccpt.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

% We aregratilisd to learn that the distinguish
ed Senator from South Carolina, {Mr. CAImoUN,)
is rapidly recovering from recent attack which
caused much uneasnesS 10 his friends and the pub
lic ii seems that he fell to his knees in the lobby
Of the Senate on Wednesday, the l7tb inst, from
sudden vertigo. lie has again taken his seat in the
Senate Chamber.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

Co The Cincinnati claimants for seats in the O.
hio Legislature, hitherto contested, have succeeded.
which gives the Democrats majority in the House.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

o. The "Vindicator" heads recent editorial
with an inteucgaiory, "What will Augusta do ~
jim regard TO the votes Of our Senator and Dele
gates upon CoEwAY's Resolutions In this short
article seven other questions are asked but not an
swered They are intended for The sober rehcc-
lions Of the people, as we gather from the closing
remarks. $50 mote il be-" Augusta will do right.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

The Baltimore Sun announces the death or 1r
John Lofiand. the well known Milford Bard .
lie died at Wilmington, Delaware, where he was
one ofthe editors Of the "Blue Hens Chicken
weekly paper. His history is curious chapter in
the book OF human life
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

VIC learn that Chas A. Stuart and J. s. Cocli-
ran Esqs., have purchased the property near this
place, known as 'Robertson's Old Mil' and intend
erecting large and extensive Merchant Mill
tindicdtor.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

Or We understand that the Barn of Mr.. Gro.
HuDsor, Of this County, was destroyed by fire, last
week Mr. " lost all his corn.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

We learn that our Corporation authorities have
effected loan Of sulficen, money to complete the
Water Works, by which our town will be snpplied
with tcnter from, ''Butierpt'h Spring ''-Tipdicn
fby
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

f1 would curse the thought; the lips
That meathed; the hand that penned il;
The Souih never shall DO bought,
Or conquered, whilst we can defend il.
AS bears the storm, tie mountain rock,
As clears tho cloud the eagles pinion,
Wen NEE. oprression'S battle shock.
And triumph DER couup,ion's mlnion."
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

MANUMIss1oN.--By the will Of the late John
McDowell Of this place, he emancipa.ed eight val
oabe slaves, and provided means for their tTanspor
tation 20 Liberia. ~ indicator.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

NV PosT-OFFIcg.-A new Post Office has
been established at Taylor and Hobbs store nm the
PaTkersburg road. in this county 1t is called
West View, and James o. Hobbs is the Post mas
ter pindicator
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-01-31

DEATH or AN EDToR-DAvID Hale. senior
editor and proprietor Of the journal of Commerce
died in Fredericksburg. Of Inflammation Of tho
lungs on the 20b inst
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~ Flour in Baltimore, 81 90.