Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-30
RALEIGH. n. C.. Jan. q. Is;

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.ues.rs Editors Since last wrote ! have made
my way 10 Raleigh-the City VI Oaks, and pretty
little Metropolis Of The "good Old North State" as
North Carolina is affeclonaeIy and, no doubt, just
ly denumnated by lhose who know her best. Pre-.
vious, however, to my departure South, passed
week very agreeably in Richmond, during which
iimr had the pleasure Of seeing the members Of
the Virginia Legislature, in council assembled, eat
pea nuts and chew tobacco. Whilst ] was in the
Hall, the Small Mute BiIl' was before the House,
pending which, listened to quite spicy little
speech from Mr.. Syme, of Petersburg; grave and
d'gnifed argument from Col. Perrow, OF Nelson,
and aborlve attempts at speeches by sundry other
members, whose names did not care 10 know
Casting my eye over The body missed the famil-
lar face of my old friend, the quondam Door
Keeper, and left The Hall, not at all astonshed at
his fall, after Witnessing the deliberations Of those
by whom he was prescribed. ] see that the ques<
ton of Southern Convention is now exciting the
attention Of our Legislature, and have read with
pleasure The speech of your Delegate. Mr. Sbeffty.
am pleased thai he has taken his stand, and have
no doubt his views will be heartily endorsed by his
constituents. The Wing Press Of North Carolina
is undivided in its disapprobation of The movement,
as the conservative portion of the political Press
will be everywhere. But digress
In passing from Petersburg To Raleigh, the trav-
eller is compelled to pass over the Raleigh and Gas
ton Railroad, one Of the worst roads in the United
STATES. The average speed of the locomotive on
this track is about six miles hour and il is some
times fund necessary 10 scotch the wheels of The
cars, when ascending an inclined plane, as an Au-
gusla Farmer would the wheels Of his wagon in
crossing Rockfsh Gap. "Snake Heads" are stick
ing up every few miles, and in many places, for
many yards, there is no rail upon the stills. This
road behngs to the State, and the whole line will
be shortly reIaid with the Il rail. ] might enlarge
upon the horrors of this ride from Petersburg 10
Raleigh, but as the State intends better things,
proceed without further comment.
The spirit Of Internal improvement is.abroad
among the people Of this STATE. Effnrs- are
| being made 10 secure the "Ceniral Railroado-ar
improvement which will be ofinvaluable advantage
10 the Stale. This road will extend from Godfs
boro TO Fayetteville, inlersecng The Raleigh and
CASTOR road at this place, and will add greatly To-
the importance and prosperity of Raleigh. Atpres-
ent il is quiet, retired, pleasant little City,, built
among the native oaks Of The forest. The streets
are remarkably broad and clearly, and The houses,
which are generally framed buildings. painted white
are placed off from the streets, with handsome 1owey
gardens in front, The love Of flowers seems 10 DO
Characteristic Of the people, large green house
being attached 10 almost every residence. The
City is literally embowered with trees, which must
render it delightful and lovely place in The Spring
and Summer.
The Capital isl massive granite building, Of
imposing appearance and magnificent proportions,
is situated in The centre Of the City, inclosed by
iron railing in beautiful grove. The grounds arc
not improved as they should be-;
Diagonay opposite lie Railroad Depot stands
The institution for the Deaf and Dumb; remarka-
bly handsome building Of Gothic architecture. bear.
inc more resemblance to a castle of oden time. than
a structure of modern days. This Institution is in
prosperous condition, and although in It's infancy,
has secured by its success, So far, the liberal sup
pori of the Stale.
North Carolina, as State, is much moderated.
Her people, far as can judge. are intelligent,
generous. and hospiable, and when | Took upon
such evidence of her Iiberaliiy as that, the monu
ment have just described, can adopt the language
of one of her most distinguished sons. and say -
"Carona, Carolina Heavens bic ssngs attend her,
While we live will cherish and love and defend her,
Though the may at and witlings dcfamc
her, -.
Our carts swell with eadness whenever we name herr
She is waking mp from lethargy which has IN