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The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

THE PRoTtsT against the passage of
the California bill is signed by only ten
Senators, to. wit: James NJ Mason and
Robert NJ. T. Hunter of Va. A. p. But
Ter and Robert Barnwell Of South Caro-.
lima, Hopkins Il. Tu,ney Of Tenn. Pierre
Soule Of Louisiana, Jefferson Davis o
Mississippi, David II. Atchisoh Of Mo
and jackson Morton aud David Yulce o
Florija--3 States fully aud 4 half repre-
sented, rathor poor show for disuuion
We understand. however, that Mr., Ber.
rien of Georgia, favors the ptolest. bu
deemed ii unnecessary to SIGN it. /
simply urges the objections, so repeat
edIy published. against the admission ol
California, aud considers the admission at
o cause for disunion.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23
ptnr IaoN paoDtorD D,arorlY FROM

PtRE IhoN PRoDtcED DIRECTLY FROM
THE OeK.-We perceive, by the report of
the Newark Daily Advertiser, that Mr..
Alexander Dickerson, of that place, has
invented certain improvements in the for
nation of the pudding furnace. by which
he is enabled to manufacture iron ofsu
perior quality. directly from the ore, by
the use of anthracite or biluminous coal
or wood.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

NovEL LEolsLArfoN. oN.--fhe Legislature
Of Wisconsin has recently passed an act,
by which any owner or lessee of land
who shall, knowingly; permit the Cana.
da thistle to go to seed on such land, is
deemed guilty of misdemeanor, and on
conviction thereof, 10 be punished by
fine not exceeding five nor less than one
dollar. with costs.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

Locoto6o JtsTicS. .-tlugh N. Smith, the Dele.
gate to Congress from New Mexico has left for
home wNhunt pay OF mileage. willie Mr.. Thomp
son. IngooI Iowa. who according to the decision
Of the House was never elected. han gonc home
with pocket full Oflhe public rOcke-lc cisssiasd
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

New MrxIco. Following is the vote
upon the passage Of the bill, providing a
territorial government for New Mexico;
YEAs- MessrA Atchison, Badger Benton, Ber'
ri0n, Bradbury Bright, Cass, Cooper, Dawson
Dodge OF Iowa, Dousns. Downs, Feloh. Hous-
tou Hunter, King Mangnm. Mason. Norris, Pratt
Rusk, Sebastian, Shields, Sturgeon. Underwood
Wales, Whilcomh-27.
EAYS-Nessrs Chase. Davis, Of Mass. Dodge
Of Wis, Greene, Hamlin, Miller, Phelps, Upham
Walker, Winihrop-lO.
Hon. JonN M. CLAYTON, late Secreta'
ry of State, is thus spoken of in letter
to tho Delaware Journal, written by a
gentleman, that paper says, who has eve
ry opportunity of becoming acquainted
with snch mattersi
"His reputation as statesman is rising here ev
cry day aud all The clerks in the State Depart
ment Join in saying that MIR, Clayton did more
work than wns over doue before in the same
time. The corps Of diplomatic geptsmon here
without one exception. are loud in his praises"
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

LITERARY CURIos;TF.-A Hungarian
exile. DR.. Gabor Naphegyi, residing at
Washington, has just executed a very Gu.
rous and beaul ul piece Of chirngraphy,
intended as a letter Of condolences to Mrs.
Taylor. relict Of the late President. The
whole work was done with pen and ink,
on sheet Of paper FIVE feet long by seven
broad. 1t contains 18 poe ical inscrip-
tbns, Id as many different languages, aud
d likeness Of Gen. Taylor, in which the
outlines Of the face and whole person are
Enrmed Of written portions of the bio
graphy and sentiments Of the deceased.
His hair is composed of the following
words, sn disposed as at a little distance
to appear Quite natural. In the battle
field, amidst the SOUND of cannor, the
drums aud ttnmpets. the hurras Of the
siege aud the sighs Of the wounded, my
locks became whitehed."
The eyes. viz: "My glance was ever
forward-..to the Father III Heaven. and
for the Republic"
The nose is composed Of the following
words:
IL breathed always lie air Of liberty.
in any other air could not exist"
The mouth is composed from his last
words:
Il have always done my duty. | am
not afraid tn de-"
The neck: MOT proud, save only in be
ing son of the Republic, and in it's ser
vice"
The shoulders: with pleastre have
bor"e the great duties with which the ma
tion has honored me-"
The rest of the portrait is filed up in
a similar manner. aud surrounded by
likenesses nf Washington, Tell, Frede
rick Barbarosa, Alexander the Great. ant
Drago.
The whole is signed by the Presiden
and members Of both Houses Of Cong ess
aud Is to he presented in the form of {
memeuto from them 10 Mrs Taylor.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23
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The exsmnatiin took place. II was
not attempted by the defence tn deny the
shooting. 1t was rrnved that the accused
was lady of unbemished character; but
the Justice felt it TO he his duty to bind
her over to keep the peace for six mouths
in the sum of $500, Avis was also bound
over. b ... I.G
A suit for slander will be brought by
the lady for damages inthis case.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23
Monday Eyeming, August 10. 1850

CH6LERA.--This disease has left the
Lake towns With the exception Of Chi
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

cago
In Cincinnati. only aud 8 deaths by
cholera per day are reported. The Gag
cite thinks from the large number ot
deaths reported in that city. -. b"uis
and Louisville, by other diseases. that
many of these are intimately connected
with cholera.
In Columbus for the 81 hours ending
INA. NJ. yesterdays s deaths are report
ed, Of which were Of Cholera. In the
24hours ending L A. NJ. to.day,s deaths
6 Of Cholera.
In Chillicolhe ON Saturday. two deaths
we're reported, both colornred persons
We have nothing late from CircevilIe
aud nothing ds6Uito from other places
where the dseass has prevailed.
In Lancaster. since Saturday, there
has been one death. Mr., Charles Drum,
not Of cholera. About two miles east Of
town, there has been me death Of Chol.
era. We have heard of no new cases Of
Cholera in town tor several days past
There have been cases Of diarhea. hui
oil of these have bson arrested in an ear
ly stage by our physicians.
IyThe Wing Convention Of Lnncas
ier county. Pa. met on the lith inst
and nominated Hon, Tbsddeus Steven
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23
Late from Venezuela.

NV IUINN' Fub'''V . U
Advices from Puertn Caleo u the 4lh inst,
have been received. All was quiet in the cnnn
try. II was thnnght that Gusnlan would he elec-
ed President We learn from the Rio Grande"
of the 24th ult TINT the Government has made II
compromise with Baron Jaceny, who it was once
reported would involve tho country in War
with Buenns Ayres.
The yellow lever is raging iearfully among the
French squadron at Munl,vtdio.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

UThe Wing Convention Of Lancas
isr county. Pa. met On the lith inst,
and nominated Hon. Tbaddeus Stevens
for Congress aud Bartram A. Shelter as
one of their candidates for the State Leg.
islature.
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

A Lady SmoorING AT AND CuALLENG
ING A GENTLgMAN.-T The New Orleans
papers give an account ofiu case ofgreal
interest aud excitement which came of at
Carullion on the 7lli instant:
Mr.. Benjami Mason, AN alderman of
lhe city council OF CarrolI,nu, made an af
hdavil that lady, who is living alone
with her sister. aud whose husband is
nav in California, shot at him with a
doublcbarrelled gun. with the intention
m taking his life. on Sunday the 4th in.
stait. between 6 aud o'clock in the
morning, the shot striking close To him.
jH dung him noinjury Deponent fur.
lher stated that The lady had threatened
his life. aud that he was in bodily fear o
her. The affidavit also charged one r
N. Avis with threatening to shoot depo
nent's slave. Maria: itappears that Ma
son was accused by 'he lady of having
circulated certain slandstihs reports a
bout her, which reports lie obtained from
his negro girl Maria. This 50 enraged
The lady that she shot at him. as a6nvt
stated But, 6uding that the shot had moi
taken effect. she sent Mr. Mason hole
Of which the following isa copy:
CARRoLLToN. August 4, 1850
"Mr Mason Sir: Having becn gross
ly and villainously slandered by you and
your accompllce, Maria, aud furthermore
molested by your having spies set lt
watch my hnuse at night. | demand salts
faction from you. ! shall expect you tt
The Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1846-1852, 1850-08-23

FLuRtpA lNplANs. The u. s. steamer
Monmouth arrived at Savannah on Sat.
urjay from Florida, and will be- laid up.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16

five yearing ewes in the world, averaging, whea
shared, at Is mnnths old, the great weight of 40
pounds each." Col. w. gave orders for The Bet,
to take the high prize Of The Royal AgricdidialSo.
ciety Of England, Ind procured the whole lot. A
long voyage across The Atlantic, and being cooped
in 100 confined vehicle, Of course has sofiewhit
soiled their fleece, but they all appear to be in fine
health, and. no doubt, when they have had time 70
recruit on the fine highlands Of Clarke county, if
they safely pass through the ensuing winter, they
will make such show in the pens az our next fair,
as will astonish the natives. The public gratitude
is due to Col. Ware, for his liberalty in thus So
curing TO our country such valuable breeders.
Col. Ware recently sold, on the faifl, "a lot Of 50
muttons, Of his improved Cotwoids aad crosses, e
go to n York. as follows; 5 at $35 each, Slz5; 5
at $25 each, Sl25; 40 at $40 each, $500 making
500 for the LOT Of so, and averaging $l4 EACH
Higher prices were offered for the top alone, but
Col. w. refused to separate them. The 40 were
of different grades Of the Coswold, bat the last Of
these not being so good, reduced the price The
whole lot
By letter from Col. Ware to our correspondent,
we learn the fact, that dogs have never inteTered
with his Sheep this breed. which he attributes 10
their size and indispositon torun when their enemy
appears.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16

doctrine Of erpsrts, upon the GROUND lna' ia' '''
is painsd by thepublic in confding offices 10 those
competent to i'll Them, than is lost'ey Tie 'nconpe
tent failing to receive them. We Snow 'ne'e arc
many capable and gifted men out OF ONCE VINO new
or get office; but ihen there are not Offices lot an
and accelerate the rotation as we will, many must
still be disappointed. The partial BENEFIT men,
toirdividuals. would not, as we conceive, repair
the damage to the public from frequent changes IN
any office requiring more than ordinary skill.
Subioined will be found a statement, going to
show the views Of the people of other States, espe
calsy in regard to the officers Of the higher Courts,
to which these remarks were intended 10 apply
At convenient time, we shall refer TO the County
Courts, whose organization we not 80 much dis
posed to admire as may have been conceived.
.'The Philadelphia News states, that in ten
Sales.--future, New Hampshire, Massachusetts,
New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland,
Louisiana, Texas, and Kentucky-the Judges OF
the several Courts are appointed by the Executive,
and also the Judges of the Supreme Court in fndi-
ana, Missouri, and Michigan; Circuit Judges in In
diana being chosen by the Legislature, and Assoc-
ate Judges of the Supreme Court are elected by the
people in New Jersey, five Judges of The Conrtof
Common Pleas are chosen by the Legislature; in
thirteen S,ates--yermont, Rhode Island, Connect
icut, Virginia. North Carolina, S: Carolina, Geor'
Ola, Florida, Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, Ohio,
and Illnois--the Judges elected by Joint vote
of the two Houses of the Legislature, and also the
Judges of the Supreme Court Of Iowa, the Judges
of the Distric, Courts being chosen by the people
in New York, Mississippi, and Wisconsin, the
Judges are elected by the people.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16
CONGRESS.
MONDAY. January 9th.

,- MONDAY, January 2th.
The SENATE was occupied, during its wholeslt
ting, in,the consideration of Mr.. Cass' resolution
suspenAlng diploinatc'telations with Austria
Mr.. Hale, Of New Hampshire spoke against it.
Mr.. Clay Opposed the resolution. He said he
sympalhisrd with Hungary, but thought Russla
was more to blame than Austria. He did not like
for this Government to interfere with the inierna
tiona affairs Of other nations.
TUESDAY,, 6ih.
Mr.. Upham presented ntislavery resolutions d
The Legislature of Vermont The motion tt
print was opposed by several Southern Senators On
the ground that the resolutions were aggressive IN
their character and insulting to the SOuth-Passed
over.
The Senate took up the resolution offered by Mr.
Cass for an inquiry into the expediency of suspend
ING diplomatic relations with Austria, the motion Of
Mr.. Hale to include Russia pending.
Mr. Foote, who was entitled 10 the floor, spoke
at length in support Of the resolution
WEDNESDAY 9Th
Mr. Seward offered resolution declaring The con-
duct of Austria and Russia towards Hungary as
marked by injustice and barbarity, &C., and direct
ing the committee ON the public lands to inquire in
to the proprieiy Of granting portion Of the public
domain to the Hungarian and other European exlles
The Senate proceeded to elect Chaplain on
their part. On the fifth ballot, the Rev. Mr.. Sill
Ger of the Methodist Church, had thirty votes, and
the Rev. DR.. Butler, Rector of Trinity Church,
Washington, thirty votes. There being a tie, the
Vice President voted for DR.. Butler, and he was
declared duly elected.
THURSDAY, 10th.
Mr.. Clay presented memorial Of w. A. Leely,
an officer Of New York, praying Congress to inter
fere in his behalf to compel the Government Of The
Netherlands to pay his reward for recovering the
Crown Jewels and other valuables of the Prince
and Princess Of Orange, stolen from the Palace in
September, 1929, and recovered by the petitioner
in 1881.
The Senate was engaged the greater part of the
day ia discussing the motion TO print the resolutions
of the Vernon, Legislature, and adjourned, before
taking the vote, till Monday.
FRIDAY llth.
The Senate having adjourned till Monday, did
not sit. The House met and resumed the contest
for Clerk, which had occupied its time during The
whole previous week. On the Goth vote Mr.. Camp
bell was elected. Mr. C. was Clerk during the last
Congress. is a good Wing, and an efficient officer.
He received the votes Of seven Democrats.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16
To Mr.. "John Smith," Correspondent Of the Re
pubican indicator:


To Mr.. "John Smith," Correspondent Of the Re
publican Vindicator:
DEAR SIR Accept my thanks for your very
fattering "P. S." about "the gentleman who keeps
the regular Bookstore"
1t is true, had nothing to do with the commune
cation in the Messenger, nor have the least idea
who wrote any Of the communications published in
that paper.
You say that "Aminidab Socumb" has attempt
ed sto revive the effort made, short time ago, TO
drag into the filthy mire Of sec,ariansm, the gent
leman" &c. You also say, 81 do not propose at
this time, giving the circumstances connected with
that affair, in its origin but my purpose is simply
to say, that if there is any one in this enlightened
community, however humble, desires an explanation
of it in print, it shall be given him."
Now, Mr.. Smith are you right sure, that such an
effort as you have alluded to has been made! If
YOU are, i should like to know all about il, who
US, Mr.. "John Smith," every thing you know a.
bout it, but be sure you give us your real name,
for, remember, "John Smith" is no name at ALL
When you get through, will publish history Of
nv Book Store, and matters Connected Herewith,
commencing with my first supply, which opened
out on the bed in Mr.. Crawford's counting room,
not forgetting the very interesting half year spent
in Mr.. Elijah Nays Store,-and good deal Of fun
had there too.
Now, remember Mr.. "John Smith, }" honor bright,
you must tell me all you know, and will tell you
all kno,o.
Again, let me tender you my most hearty thanks
for your Sugar Plumb ola "P. S."
ROBERT CowAN,
Bookseller and Stalionef.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16

DEATH OF NIMRop.--Mr Thomas Meacham,
of the town Of Hopknton, St. Lawrence oouniy,N
Y.,who died few weeks ago, and for several years
was resident on the North Bay Road, OF what
was then called township No 10, in Franklin CO.,
on E. Brook, near the bounds OF Hopklnton, was
something of hunter. He kept an exact account
of the game killed by him, which has been furnish
to the St. Lawrence Mercury, Of which are the fol-
lowing number: Wolves, PA; Panthers, II; Bear,
2l9; Deer, $3.50.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16
.Messr, Editors send YOU some samples Of the
Bookseller and Staiionef.

.Messrs Editms-I send you some samples Of the
Cotswold Wool, sent TO me by Col. j. w. Ware
of Clarke County, Va. 1t is superior to any wool
| have ever seen. My object in drawing your at
'tention 10 il at present. is to see ia company can
not be formed in the County, TO introduce this de-
sirable breed of Sheep among US. AS We are to
have wooien factory in operation in our neighbor-
hood during the present year, it is high time some
step was taken for the improvement of our breed Of
Sheep. solicit your, CO operation.
am yours, respectfully,
A SUBSCRIBER.
o. We invite attention to the suggestions our
correspondent respecting the "Cotswold Sheep
The samples of wool referred to, may be seen at our
office In connexion, we publish the following ex-
tracts from the American Farmer for December,
ls49:
"We had an opportunity Of examining the five
yearlng ewes just imported by Col J. w. Ware,
near Berryvle, Clarke Co., Va, whilst passing
through this city {Baltimore) to his residence, and
have no hesitation in expressing the opinion that
finer eve sheep of their age were never seen in any
country. The first prize of EGO sterling was award
ed them by the Royal Agricultural Society Of Eng
land at their fair at Norwich, July 19, l849. We
have seen the certificate testifyng in due form to
their identity, and were permitted to Perose, the
letter from the gentleman who forwarded them,
which expresses the belief 'that they are the best
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16

COMMERCE OF New YoRK.-The aggregate
amount Of exports from New York, for The year
ls49, was $39,0l6.96S, of which s. ,8O3, 45o were
specie. The aggregate amount of imports Tor The
same period, vas s99,745,9z9 of which 5o,4o1 ,15o
were specie. This statement, made on the au-
thoriiy of the Journal Of Commerce, shows an ~
NJ All 32S e93 and decrease Of those Of lS48, Of
a. O95. The amonDt Of duties collected in
is4o. was S2l ,933, 0IS.4S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16

60 The recent annual message Of the Mayor OF
New York states that there are at present about
three thousand juvenile thieves in that city.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16
THE NORTH AND SLAVERY.

series Of anti-slavery resolutions passed BY the
Vermont Legislature were introduced in the Senate
of the United State one day last week. On the mo-
ton 10 print. a warm debate arose, during which, MIR.
HALE, of New Hampshire, undertook to explain the
real character and object of such resolutions. lie
said the true state of the in the Northern States
was this: there has been 3 small band Of fanatics
there {albeit Mr.. Fl. has generally been considered
one of them) who have made SO much noise that
many people have imagined them TO be greatly more
numerous than they are and the Wing and Dem
ocratic parties, thinking them 10 be Of some conse-
quence, have started in game of resolutions. Both
parties have undertaken to catch the "fanatics,"
and the resolutions are intended for home use alto
gether. As the question comes up, and the Wings
accuse the Democrats and the Democrats accuse
the Wings Of being pro-slavery, each points 10 the
record to show that they have passed the strongest
resolutions. These resolutions are merely intended
10 be used about election times and are the most
harmless things in the world. Until the fanatics
become much more numerous than they are at pre-
sent, the resolutions will do no great harm out Of
their immediate neighbOrhood
This view of the case, the correctness Of which
was vouched for by Dir. PHELPS, Of Vermont, is
certainly calculated to relieve, in great measure,
the extreme spprehensions Of some Southern people
as to the dangers which threaten the institution Of
slavery from Northern aggression.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16

Betsy BELL.-Under our poelical head on the
first page, we publish some sprghtly lines address,
ed to Betsy Bell, from the pen of correspondent
who has repeatedly favored us with interesting COM
muncations in prose and verse. All our readers
residing in this region Of country will appreciate the
present production, but as some at distance may
not understand the illusions Of the pece,w state, for
their benefit, that Betsy Bell is high hill or noun
tain, overlooking Staunton. Towering above the
surrounding hills, it is visible from every part
of the county and serves great land-maIk to in
dictate the locality Of the town. The Lunatio As
ylum is located at its base, and the Institution for
the Deaf and Dumb and the Blind, is situated on
neighboring eminence.
We may add, that BETSY Bell" and "Mary
GRAY" were SO called by the first settlers Of the
county after two similar hills in the North of Ire
land. The story, sometimes related in the form of
tradition, that two young girls of those names were
murdered by the Indians in the neighborhood, has
no foundation of truth -
Ex-Governor Pratt, Of Md, has been elected a
u. S. Senator for the unexpred term Of The Hon.
r. johnson, and also for the succeeding full term
Of six wear. He is Wing Of course.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-01-16

DEAR MUrE AND BLIND INsTirUrloN.-The
llh Annual Report Of the Board of Visitors, TO the
President and Directors Of the Literary Fund, and
the separate Reports Of tho Principals in the two
departments TO the local Board, furnish pleasing ev
licences that the Institution s fulfilling to the extent
of its means, the humane purposes OF It's creaiIon-
From the attention of the Board to it's varied inter
esis and from the qualifications ofhe Principals and
their Assistants. with the opportunities we have had
of witnessing the progress Of the pupis-,he proyi-
sion for their comforts and their apparent happiness,
we are prepared and pleased to commend it to the
kndest feelings of the great public and the fostering
care Of the Legislature.
There are one hundred pupils at present in the
Institution-59 deaf mutes and al blind. Seventy
one applications have been listed in favor Of deaf
mutes which the Institution is unable at this time
to accommodate and yet there 81 counties from
which no applications have been made. More am
pie means are required, we will not say 10 carry out
the great charity, but TO meet the claims Of these
unfortunate classes Of our fellow beings
1t appears from the Report that the amount ex-
pended for the support of the Institution during the
year ending Sept. S0th, ls49, was $2l 1893 o5.