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Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

~ We received communication, too
late for insertion in this weeks paper,
strongly recommending Henry Reader,
of McEwensvile, for the office of Associ-
ate Judge at the ensuing election.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
Communications.
For the American
OUR NENT MEMBER.
SrSBunY, Aug. lnh, 1851.

GtK NENE MEhBIR.
MR. EDITOR The time is nearly al hand
when we shall be called upon for the selec-
ton of a candidate for the Legislature This,
let me remark is a much more important
matter than many seem 10 imagine. The
Improvements of the country, and the rari-
Gus other interests connected with The lcgis-
alion of the State, is such that every farmer,
mechanic, and aborer, is deeply interested
in selecting for their member of Assembly.
such a man as will best guard and protect
their interests. There have been but three
candidates named, and these are all from the
western side of the river, or in the Forks
This, know, will be a serious objection to
every farmer and TAX payer, who rccoIlects
the powerful efforts made for the last three
! years 10 divide the Comfy, by number of
/ interested persons in the upper end But
| the next member. it is conceded, must be
taken from the other side of the river. and
we must take one of the three offered. For
tnnaiely, one Of them resides close by, and
may be considered one of ourselves, ard
VINO Is, therefore, personally ana pecuniarlly
interested in opposing all attempts to divide
the Comfy. The gentleman alluded TO i.
WILLIAM FORSYTHE, Esq, Of Nonhnm.
berand. | need not say, what will be gen.
orally admitted, amt without intending 10
cast any reflection on the other candihatcS
tina, in business habits. and in point of abilt
ty and general information, he is much the
iities man Mr., Forsylhe and myself have
not generally acted together in political mat
tcrs bul ! must do him the justice 10 say
that always. and under all circumstances, h'
has ever acted the part of gentleman an,
a liberal minded man. In every rcspec
then it will be the interest of the people o
the lower end to support him as our mex
candidate for The LEGISLATURE.
AN AUGUSTA DEMOCRAT.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
NOTICE TO TEACHERS.

NOTICE is hrrrLy gwen that sealed profo-
" sails will hc ryrt''cri By abc Directors of the
Common Schools of Shamutn township, at tire
Hotel of Charles Lciscnring, in said township,
from 10 4. NJ. till !. NJ, on the Both inst,
for teachers of said schools, at which time and
place teachers will he examined and the schools
allotted.
By order Of tlla Board,
JESSE HENSIL, Sec'y"
Shamokin tp.. Aug. Q, tS5f.-it.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

" COSTUME BALL AT CAFE May
The visitors at Cape May were determined
not to be outdone by the Newport folks,
and therefore got up a costume ball sbout
a week since, in which considerable sums
of money were spent upon fancy and out
landish dresses. Col. Wallace Of the "Sun,"
gives full account OF the proceedings
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
For the American.

Mr.. EDITOR AS il is generally conceded
that one of the Associate Judges, should re-
side in the County town, permit us to name
GEORGE WElSER, Esq, of Sunbury, as a
person in every way qualified to discharge
the duties of that post. Mr. Weiser has al
ways been a consistent and unwaveTing
democrat, speaks both the English and Ger
man languages huenlly, and if nominated
and elected, would give entire satisfaction in
the discharge of his duties TO all parties.
LOWER MAHONOY.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

O. The candidates for the different Of
fees in this County are hard at work cleo
tioncering. The delegate elections will
come off on Saturday next, and the Con-
vention the Monday following, when there
will be busy time.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

The Express Business in Boston Is very
extensive. The Post says there are 2lo en-
presses in that city, communicating WIN
1900 cities and towns. 1t is estimated 'Ha'
they carry i6, 900 packages daily
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
ASSOCIATE JUDGE.

JOSEPH HOGENDOBLER, of Milton IT,.
spectfully announces 10 his fellow citizens IS
Northumberland county, that he will be Il
candidate for the office of Associate Judge,
a, the ensuing election. Subject TO the de-
eision Of the delegates at the County Conven-
ton.
MILTON, Aug. g, 1851.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

oS Monday llh inst, second inquest, to
determine whether the rents and profits
wonld pay the debts in seven years, was held
at the Pennsylvania Hall, Potlsville, by Sher'
i'll Siranb, on the interest of Judge Donald
son in the Donaldson coal lands. The in
quest extended the property and fixed the
rental 10 be paid at $4,000 per annum.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

OS- We received communication from
4 correspondent signed ''Self Defence" on
the subject of law and its advocates. The
article is rather too long for SO dry sub
iect, especially in this warm weather.
We give the author, however, the benefit
of the following extract from his article:
But we are not of those who think ,re only
are righteous, and ana,hamalse individuals
of all other calings-we deem ii but ra-
tional inference 10 suppose that there are
some even in the legal profession, who do
no, always act out the very letter of Justice,
but from the nature of the law the eXcep-
tons are comparatively few. Anoiher bless
ing which may be called virtue of lawyers,
they are not exposed 10 that contentious zeal
Gus spirit, which is incident 10 other profes
sional men, for, dozen lawyers can dwell
harmoniousIy in the same town, but two
clergyman of the same faith can not live
/ peaceably within the bounds Of the same
| congregation, according TO their own dccla.
rations, for each will have his party, each
his friends, and each his enemies, and SC
with our NJ. D's, the reason of which is thai
lawyers have not the same chance TO boast
as other professional men, of their own pro-
fciency to the prejudice of the OLDER ''slar:
Of the profession" as there is a place TO ties
them, to wit the court and jury, wher,
they viii bring at all events just what they
are worth An ordeal to which other profes
sional men are no, exposed. Hence arise
the major part OF professional strife.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
&C. The menagerie will be exhibited at
Northumberland, 10 day (Friday.j

% CMToGNIA.-The steamship Pro-
metheus, arrived in New York from San
Francisco, ON "Wednesday last, bringing
100000 in gold dust. Another man,
James Stuart, was hung by the Committee
of Vigilenee, in San Francisco, on the
wharf, at mid day, for gobbery.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
DEMOCRATIC MEETING.

Agreeably 10 public notice very large
and respectable meeting of the democracy
Of Northumberland Borough, and other por-
tions OF the County, was held in the Town
Hall, OH Friday evening, August sth, 1851,
to welcome Col. VIM. Bigler, the democratic
nominee for Governor who had arrived, and
would, according 10 appointment, address the
meeting. On motion, ALEXANDER JOR-
DAN, ESQ.,, of Sunbury, was called TO the
Chair, and the following persons appointed
VICE PRESIDENTS.
Gen. WM. II. KAsE, WM FonsYTu, JouN
CAKE, HESRY RENINcER, j. c. Horror, J.
w. SrAMM, GEO. c. WELKER, GEORGE B.
YoUNGMAN, J. B PACKER, JosEpH HoGENDo-
pLER, GEORGE KEEN.
SECRETARIES.
J. W. Miles, J. f. Uiolfnger, John Porter,
anthony Wdtson, Charles Morgan.
On motion the Chair appointed the follow
ing committee of five, TO wait on Col. Big
Ter, and escort him to the meeting, viz:
VIM. Wilson, ]. G. Frick, c. s, Brown,
Jas. DieGenbacher aud VIM. f Mcdonald
The committee having retired for shor
time, returned accompanied by Col. Bigler
who was received by the meeting with LOUD
and long cheering, after the cheering hat
subsided. Alexander Jordan, Esq, Chairman
arose and addressed the meeting ably anc
eloqnenty for a short time, after which h,
introduced Col VIM Bigler, the Democrat,
candidate for Governor, who took the stand
and engaged the attention of the audience il
a mastery and convincing speech Of an hou
and half Notwithstanding the oppressive
heat, and amidst frequent cheering.
(Signed bu the Officers.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
EDITORS TABLE.


ALnEN's CONDENSED RrroTTs.-It will be
seen hy an advcrisem cnt in our columns that the
editor of the American is an agent for the sub
scription and sale of these Reports.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

~ THE ELEoTIoNs.-Tennessee and
North Carolina have both elected Union
(Whigy candidates for Governor. In Ken
lucky, the democrats came near carrying
the State.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

u We refer our readers TO several
new communications in regard TO candi-
dates for Assembly, &C.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

&C. "THE UNION COUNTY STAR" has
been enlarged and otherwise improved by
a. j, Greer, its present proprietor.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

% We are authorized to say that Sam
uel T. Brown, Esq, of Milton, declines be-
ing candidate for Associate Judge.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

C. UNION CoUNrr.-The wings of
Union county, have nominated Joseph Ca
sey, Esq, for President Judge Of the dis
trict composed of Union and Mitilin, and
Nrr MicSdleswarth, Esq, for Senator.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16

C. SIR JouM FRANRLIN.-The story in
relation to the discovery of some of the
crew Of Sir John Franklin, who had per-
ished with cold and hunger, is hoax.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
COUNTY CONVENTION.

The democratic electors of Norihumber-
land County are respectfully requested to
meet at the usual place of holding elections
in their respective Boronghs and townships,
on Saturday, the 23d day of August, 1851
for the purpose of electing delegates to the
Democratic County Convention 10 be held in
Sunbury, on the Monday following 10 form
a democratic ticket 10 be supported al the
ensuing fall election.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
cAMERoNIsM AND cAMpBELLusM.

That abortion of aboltionism, John Case,
whose name figures at the head of an ephe-
neral sheet called the American Intelli-
gencer, published at McEwensville, in this
County, makes an attack on Gen. Cameron
and ourselves, because we gave our opn-
ions Of the qualifications of Judge Camp
bell, and his endorsement by Hon. James
Buchanan. We are not disposed TO be Sc
we're upon any one whose want of judg-
ment has led him out of his proper calling,
but we must say to Mr.. John Case, that he
never was fitted by nature or education for
an editor. We can therefore excuse him
for his want of truth as well as argument in
his editorials. We are no enemy of Judge
Campbell, nor have we said any thing
against him or Mr.. Buchanan, that is not
strictly true. What, for instance, would
be said of Alexander Jordan, Esq, who is
the unanimous choice of this County for
President Judge, il he were compelled TO
go 70 Philadelphia or Lancaster, to get
some one, who never heard him make an
argument or deliver an opinion, to certify
10 his qualifications, in opposition to almost
the whole Bar of his own district. We
are not so vain as TO put our judgment or
abilities in opposition TO Mr.. Buchanan. on
subjects with which he is familiar, but we
presume no one will doubt, but that we
are much better able to form an opinion of
Mr.. Jordan'S qualifications for the Office of
Judge, than Mr.. Buchanan. Yet this is
precisely the predicament of MIR. Camp
bell, who is not able to get single lawyer
of character and intelligence, in the city
OF Philadelphia, who will venture to GER
tiiy TO his qualifications. Is not this fact
conclusive as regards his unitnesS.
In regard TO the fact that we keep the
name of Mr.. Campbell on the ticket at the
head of our columns, while we oppose his
election, John is equally unfortunate in his
powers OF comprehension. We presume
every sane man of ordinary intelligence
will see, that we had no right to alter
the ticket, and that we were bound &c
publish it, as it was adopted by the Conven.
ton, and if we bad any objections to any
of the men of which it is composed, tha
we should, as we have done, make them il
our editorial columns.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1851-08-16
Aldens CONDENSED Reports Of Penna.

Trcvocton, aug. III, lSAl.-3t.
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ET,DRTNG-S

Shamokin tp., Aug. Q, is5f.-Is.
The Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1850-1852, 1851-09-11

Tile FUNERAL OF JUDGE WooD-
BuEy.-rhe funeral Of the late Hon.
Levi Woodbury. took place at Ports
mouth, NJ. H., yesterday, and was All
occasion OF extraordinary interest in
that ancient town. A friend who was
present informs US that large number
Of people came in from the surround
ing towns to witness the solemn cere-
monies and testify their respect for the
distinguished deceased, and among the
strangers many were observed from
Boston. All the bells of the city were
tolled; the members of the city govern.
ment attended the funeral; the Ports.
mourn Bar were present in body !;
also the officers Of the Army and Navy
station, dressed in uniform, NC, &C., as
among the tributes Of respect shown.
AT an early hour in the afternoon
the mayor of the city with deputation
OF gentlemen chosen to officiate AS pail
bearers, proceeded in a train of car
rlages to the mansion of the deceased,
in the environs Of the city, and from
thence escorted the members of the
family present to ST. Johns Church,
where The services were held at half
past . O'Clock, in presense of a denselv
crowded congregation. The remains,
which were on the day succeeding death
deposited in the receiving tomb under
the church, we're brought in, when the
solemn funeral rites Of the Episcopal
Church were performed by Rev. I. T..
Lambert, in the absence of the rector,
assisted by Rev. Mr.. Chills, the assist
ant rector. The services were very ap.
pFopriate and impressive, and found Il
heartfelt response in the large audience
who witnessed them.
After the ceremonies, the body was
escorted back to the receiving tomb,
there 10 await suc! disposition as may
be determined upon by the family. We
understand that such rapid decomposi.
non had taken place. owing to the heat
OF the weather and The peculiar disease,
that the corpse was not in a fiji condition
for public view.
Among the pail bearers were recos-
ni<ed Mayor Laishton, DR.. Charles x.
Cheev"r, physician to the deceased,
Hon. lchabod Bartlett, Gen. Gushing
OF Newburypor, Professor Parker Of
Cambridge, Hon. Richard Jenness,
I Commodore Store- of the Naval station,
Col. Dimmock Of Fort Constitution,
: and other distinguished gentlemen.
We learn that Judge Woodbury.
made his Will about three years ago
which has since remained deposited 10
the vault Of one OF the banks in Ports
mouth. II is supposed the Will has
come directions in regard 10 the final
. disposition q HE iemains-so iha. !, is
The Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1850-1852, 1851-09-11
BGIGG5 FOREST Cry CoII.l

BGIGGs FoRKsT CITY CoLLAR.-
This is the name Of u newly invented
and patented article designed and
brought before the public by Mr. j. W
Briggs Of Cleveland Ohio-and is n
most decided improvement over any Of
the collars heretofore in use
We have examined a pair Of these
collars made by Mr.. DoIrance Of this
place-aud now in usc-and have no
hesitation in saying that in point Of neat
ness, style and beauty they are altogelI,.
er superior to any Thing Of the kind we
have before seen; while for ease and
comfort 10 the horse, either for light or
heavy draugh,, they are just the thing
so long needed.-We are quite sure
that the horses, could they "spakc their
wish would hold a general jubilee and
pass a unanimous vote Of thanks TO
Mr.. Briggs for his kind consideration
Of them--and for his successful ceo.t
in their behalf
H. T. Dorr0,ce has purchased the
right Of NJ. H. Dooliltle TO manufac.
ture this improved collar, and also the
right Of this County with the excep-
ton OF the towns Of Castieton and Bran.
don.
The Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1850-1852, 1851-09-11

FATAL ACCIDENT on THE Hrp-
soN RIVER RAILEoAD.-A mclanrhol-
" accident occurred on The Hudson Kiv-
or Railroad. on Thursday afternoon.
\ gravel train, with powerful locomo-
tive attached, was coming down the
track ut full speed, having on board
large number of workmen, and when
about approaching the village of Stuy-
vesant, Columbia ccunIy,it was obstruct-
ed by several COWS aud hogs, that were
lying on the track and before the En-
ginecr could have an opportunity to re.
verse the locomotive, they came in col
li.ion with the animals, and the entire
train was thrown off the track down an
embankment Of some ten or fifteen feet.
The dirt cars and engine were smash.
ell to peices, and upon removing the ru-
ms three human beings were found
dead, with their bodies crushed in the
most horrible manner, and also several
Of the men severely, and probably ia
tally, injured. The citizens turned out
in IL body, and The bodies Of The woun-
ded were conveyed TO the station at
Stuyvcsan.. where medical attendance
was Immediately brought. When the
evening Albany train came along, the
unfortunate men were placed in ono Of
the cars and taken to New York arriving
about II l-2 o'clock that night. They
were at once conveyed to the New
York Hospital, and placed under the
care of DR.. Allen, who, upon examine
ton. ascertained that several Of their
limbs were broken, and that some had
also received severe internal injuries,
which it is feared will terminate fatally.
The following are the names Of the
killed and wounded, rs accurately as
accurately as could be ascertained.
KiUed.--Mr. Gnynor-his head
crushed to atoms Jas. Madder--liter-
ally torn to peices. A Brakeman was
also picked up corpse and was not
identified.
Wommded.-Jos. Murphy--badly cut
in the face; his legs fractured, and
breast bone seriously injured; Jas.
Smith had his skull fractured, thighs
,,islocatef, and injured in all parts Of
his body to an extent that will no doubt
prove fatal. An unknown man who was
in the employ Of the Company, was al
so seriously injured. 1t is belived there
are others who nre more or less injured.
The Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1850-1852, 1851-09-11

New Orleans, had arrived at Havana
in The Empire City. IT, says h- should
have been lyncied had lie remained.
\ meeting Of passengers ON board
the Cherokee, over which Gen. Lane.
Of Oregon. presided, passed the follow
ing resolution
Resolved, That Mr.. Owen, the Amer.
lean Consul n, Havana. has forfeited cv-
cry right and title TO be regarded rs m
American citizen; Tia, lie has ouirag-
al every scn;mcn, Of humanity, and
deserves the eSecra,ion OF every friend
of liberty.
Another resolution requests his recall
by the Government.
e.s' The execution Of Lopez by the
carrote took place Il, Havana, and was
Witnessed by thousands Of spectators
20 says n despatch from New Orleans
Borrow defines the meaning Of the Wort
gdrroie rs follows:
IL mode Of punishment in Spain
by stran.ulaiion, the victim being rlac
ed on n stool with Il post behind, Il
which is affixed IN iron collar with .
screw This collar is made to clasp thu
neck Of the criminal, and drawn iightc
Ivy means of screw, until life become
extinct.
The Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1850-1852, 1851-09-11
THE CUBAN NEWS BY THECHER.
OkEI,.

NEW York. Friday evening. Sept.
Jth-We have received despatch
from New Orleans, announcing the ar
rival Of the steamship Cheroa &c al that
port en- the Sd inst. from Havana, with
the details of the sad finale of the Lo-
PEE expedition.
Authentic intelligence f.om Havana,
Of Sept. lst, by THIS arrival states that
all the invaders have been either killed
or made prisoners. Just previous TO
the capture Of Lopez, the patriots all!
deserted hi n and lied 30 the mountains.
lie wandered abou, alone for some Time;
but MAS finally run down by blood
hound, and captured Oh the 2)th ul,.,
aud carried to Havana, where he WAS
garIo.tCd on The Isl, inst at : O'Clock
in the morning His las, word, were
-" Adieu. dear Cuba ~
Previous 10 his death, he declared
that he had been greatly deceived with
regard TO promised aid in Cuba Pas
scngeIs by the Cherokee, who witness
ed his execution. say that l,e died man
fully
Spanish accounts state that, of the
whole number OF patriots landed from
the Pampsro and from other quarters
5aG have been already killed, and 1855
more are now in prison.
The Hungarian General Pragay was
killed at Paga..
II is said sEall body of insnrge nts
still hold tue mountains near Puerto
Principe.
IL Is reported that the las prisoner,
have been sentenced to the Cuban
gang" tor ten years,
Laboyde, The LAT. sranlsh Consul al
The Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1850-1852, 1851-09-11

There is great rush at tho State
Fair now being held at Nliddlebury. 1t
is estimated that between 10 and
10000 Of people are present and that
the Agricultural and Mechanical inter-
ests Of Vermont are well represented.
We hope our friends. in the Excite
ment Of this State Exhibition will not
forget our County Fair which is 10 be
held at this place on the "a and Is of
this month. Let the people of this
County do their best, and we viii
beat the Safe Fair on our own gronnd.
IN addition 10 the usual attractions
at our County Fairs we shall this year
have Il troiiing match. plougling
match, and sale Of farm stock At auc-
ton.
The Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1850-1852, 1851-09-11

EDWARD 4. HANNEGAN ia, been
defeated rs Il candidate for the I.r.i.h.
ture of indiana, by IN eleventh. hour
nominee, who owes his election to .omc
thing like coalition upon II point q
local consideration, and pretty much r.
respective of politics. An indianapolis
paper copies an extract from speech
said TO have been delivered BY Hon
James Harbour, Of Virginia, Nl.:n \
candidate TO represent his roaniy, in %.
position to a vury iililcrate fellow oy
the name Of Davis, and thinks that Hon.
+. a. flanagan, ex-M. e., rX-c.lai''
man of the committee on foreign ;"lG'
items, ex-senator Of the l. s. ml ey.
minister to Prussia, might iu-, now,
make n very similar speech. in yicS Of
his recent defeat for the petty Office Of
member of the Indiana Legislature;
Fellow citizens said Gov. Barbour
81 had the honor to reprcseu, my c,uo'
ty for several years in the A-scnbIyo'
Virginia /; ! was, for some year, Gov
ernor Of this ancient and venerable
commonwealth; was for c0n,idera'
able time representative Of hi, d.,
trict in the Congress Of the United
States; ! had, fellow citizen, AT ,ut'
sequent period, the lionar to hold a 'ea'
in the most august legislative body IN
the world-thc Senate Of the LnHed
States; at another period ! had the Place
oftlic secretary Of the War Dcparme"
in the administration Of John Q1nc2
Adams and aflcrward. minister plen'
poienlary and amlJassa Tor cx'raor''ni.
ny near tbs Court Of St. JAM. Al
now, fcllow-cilizens, You may picture 70
yourselves the humiliation feel Al iloI'
ing myself here to-day, engaged ~ :
damned little county contest with l'H
Davis
The Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1850-1852, 1851-09-11

The Boston Atlas Of TO day, (Thurs-
day. has returns from 222 towns, which
give the following result - Williams
% ,I99; all others 2Tl36-giving vii.
liams a majority Of 9G3 Four towns in
Bennington county, one in Windlam,
two in Rutland, one in Addison, two in
Washington, two in Lamoille, twofn
Essex, and one in Grand Isle-fitteen
in all, which remain to he heard from
gave last year GAS for Williams 800 fol,
all others. They may reduce Williams
majority to about eight hundred.
The returns from this county for cleo
ton of S'atc's Attorney renders the pre-
else majority Of Harrington over Smith
still uncertain-though the result will
not vary essentially from that given in
our last.