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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
EPISCOPAL CHURCH.

The Episcopal Congregation of Middleway,
with the Rev. Mr.. Galloway as their Pastor,
have now under construction the roof already
on, one among the neatest little churches we
have ever seen. 1t is built of brick, and
though small is of good proportions and in
excellent taste. When completed, this viii
make the third church in the town, which
speaks well for the liberality Of the people Of
that place. Spirit Of JEFF.
Hag@This church is being built by our
townsman, Philip Difenderfer, who does
everything he undertakes well.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
VIRTUES OF GuANo.

Tie following testimony of a Virginia far
mer, in favor Of Guano, as q manure. we
clip from the Petersburg. Va, Intelligencer :
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va,
Aug %, 1851
Messrs. Editors Fundamentally ing
made fair trial of Guano, on both wheat
and tobacco, under the management Of one Of
the most experienced and successful cultiva
tors of the soil in Virginia, ] give the results.
mainly for the bencft of those who have not
yet become belierers in the great and good
effects which this most valuable manure is
capable Of producing,
On the land seeded in wheat last fall, the
increased yield is estimated from ten to
twelve bushels per acre, whilst on the tobac-
60 now growing, on second years new ground,
and which produced pretty good crop last
year, without Guano, now promises with the
use of Guano. to exceed last years crop more
than one hundred per cent; and such is the
confidence of the manager alluded to in Gu
ana, that shall use it on both oats and corn
next year, as well as as wheat and tobacco.
A VIRGINIA FARMER
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
THE ADMINISTRATION and THE CoaIPRo'
MISE

While, for the peace and safety of the Re-
public, il is notifying to dwell upon any
facts exhibiting diversity of opinion upon
this most important of all questions that
have agitated the country, it is with pleasure
that we turn to the more cheering prospect
that is held out by the Administration in its
position relative to this subject. From the
beginning they have been the fast and undevi-
ating friends of the Compromise, and were
the first to inscrbe upon their banner, the
Compromise is fine settlement From that
position they cannot and will not be driven.
TO their friends North and South, and to
the people everywhere, they are pledged,
'eithout any eguirocdtion, withom any con-
dition, untrammelled, Independent, and If
necessary, alone to stand by and hold to the
measures known as the adjustment, as fiual
settlement Of the slavery question Whoev-
er may sustain or oppose the Admins
traton on this ground, here they stand and
will continue to stand. The Unitn of these
States is the great question involved in the
contest, and if the Administration cannot be
sustained by the people in their efforts to
preserve it, they are prepared to fall So
iui as tnc -tuiiiiistiutiol is cOucelDeu, all It's
efforts will be ERECTED to give peace to the
country on this agitating subject, by recog
niziug the question as finally settled nor will
they sympathise with or countenance any
coalition OF afilation that wishes or intends
to disturb it, in its totalty OF in any of its
parts Republic.
The measures of the Compromise known
as the adjustment. passed at the close of the
first session of the last Conhresa. seem to be
SO well adapted to the purposes for which
they were designed that both parties. Wing
and Democrat. are now assuming them as ths
basis, respectively, Of their political plat
forms. The Republic, of yesterday aud the
Union, Of yesterday, without concert we ma,
suppose. both announce that basis-the on,
in behalf Of the Administration, the other il
behalf of the Democratic party 1t will q,
hard if, with these Joint pledges of support
the Compromise does not stand safe against
the assaults of the Aboitionists on the on
hand and Of the Secessionists on the other
And as things which are equal to the sam
thing are, according to Euclid, equal to on
another, we may congratulate the country a
last upon the happy determination of the con
servative Wing and Democratic parties upo
this truly national basis Baltimore Amer
lean.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

u the tone Of the press. throughout Vir-
GINA furnishes any indication Of popular sen
tiweut. Mr.. Summers win be the next Gov
ernor of our State. Not only Wing papers
but their Democratic cotemporaries. also,
unanimously nominate the Western Thunder
err as Candidate for the highest office in
this great Commonwealth Our opponents
are quite lavish in their praise, justly rank
ing him among the first orators and statesmen
of the age. In casting about for their own
standard bearer, they seek the ''wisost and
the best" AS none other, say they, would
be worthy to contend against Gaorge w
Summers This we regard as both candid
and complimentary. Few have won the
need Of higher praise from political adyersa-
RES
So much for Mr. Summers standing among
the Democracy. With Wings, he has long
been favorite; but never was their esteem
for him higher than now. His signal servi-
ecs in the Convention have made the party
as they seem to have made the State, proud
in the possession Of such man. What il
remarkable, though advocating interests which
were regarded as sectional, and the leader o.
that section during the whole contest. his
good name is not confined to the quarter o.
which he was the chosen champion. Hi:
fame extends throughout the Commonwealth
East and West, he being alike esteemed aut
admired in both districts, No one else i.
named for Governor by the Wings; We may
expect therefore, his nomination By accla.
nation, -Pdrkersburg Gazette
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

~ Gov. johnson. in reply to an appeal
from number of citizens Of pennsy vania,
that he would indicate the laws and sustain
the dignity Of the Commonwealth. 10 relation
to the Christiana tragedy, says:
am deeply indebted to you for affurdine
me this opportunity Of expressing my views,
But for your communication, ! might not
have been able to do SO. You, and ms eel,
ow-eitizeus at large, may be assured Of ms
firm determination, at all hazards and under
all circumstances, TO maintain the supremae,
of the Constitution. and force obedience Il
the laws alike Of the United States aud q
this Commonwealth
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

1t thus appears that there are row com-
plcted in Virginia 565 miles Of Rail Road
and s0S miles of Canals. ard that there are
now in course Of construction $50 mics Of
Rail Read and go miles q Plank Roads. -
We hsve then the gratifying result, that
there are nearly 2o0o miles Of Rail Roads
and Canals constructed or in progress Of
construction IN our State Tie appropria.
tions for these works are already made. and
the money has been almost entirely raised at
home without the necessity Of mourning q
foreign debt The State of Pennsylvania. to
make her improvements, has incurred debt
of near $40, geo, to pay the interest on
which, require semi annual export of over a
million of dollars, to be paid to the foreign
bond holders. On the other hand, our State
delft is comparatively small, ard owned
chiefly at home by our own citizens
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
sAnTAIA,s MAGAZINE.

The same as above for "SARTAIN's MAGA,
ZINE for October, and this in addition, We
have lost the January and September num-
bcrs, somebody he them--that is deprived
us Of them We would like to have them.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
THE LADy's BOOK.

The number for October has been receiv-
ed This is brilliant number. We have
so often spoken in terms Of commentator of
the Book, that we have little now to add
it must be seen and read to be appreciated
Subscribe at once. and quit borrowing
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
CATTLE SNOW ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS FAIR.


We publish this,morniag the programme d
the Cattle Show and Agricultural and Horti-
cultural Exhibition, ofthe Valley Agricultural
Society, 10 be held near Char lestown, on the
l5thand 18th Of October next. This will be
The first exhibition Of this Society. A new
impulse win be given to the farming interest
in the Valley The legitimate effect Of such
web organized ard well managed Societies
THIS has been long needed not only in the
Valley, but throughout the State Virginia
has fingered on tie road to true greatness and
wealth In agricultural improvements Vir-
ginia is fox behind her sister States. The
fertility OF our soil, the mildness Of our eli
mate, the Intelligence Of our farmers, are III
striking contrast with the condition Of things
as we iind them. In other States, where
County and State Societies base longer exis-
ted, their effect isman;fes., Competition and
rivalry are strong incentives to action, and
action in these matters results in good; pride
is also excited, and prompts 10 excellence !;
| audablc spirit Of emulation in awakened
by comparison Of practices and results of
individual enterprise Every farmer should
become instructed in his calling. and avail
himself Of every means ii bis power ito make
two spears Of grass grow, where before grew
but one We trust this Society will he en-
eonragcd in their efforts so that it may be
put upon permanent basis, and its benefi-
eial effects seen and felt, until the Va'leg
shall indeed be, what Jefferson County has
long boasted Of bcing-the garden spot of
the World We doubt not "0ld Berkeley"
will be at the Fair, and take quite as many
honors, as the managers Of this affair have
hitherto been disposed to give her
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

Rs1~ The Vermont State Fair which came
off last week at Middlebury. was visited by
10000 people Vermont, so famous for
fine breed Of horses, represented at this show
more really beautiful and valuable animals
than had ever been collected together at any
one show in the United States A Vermont
Morgan colt sold for $500 to Virginia gen.
tleman. The Eagle also says:
The show Of sheep was equally praise
worthy, and fully up to the reputation of
Vermont as wool growing State. From
two hundred to thousand dollars apiece was
the price asked for some of the best sheep.
Whether any one had the wool pulled over
their eyes SO much as TO give the latter
pride for any we did not learn.
1.-THE display of neat cattle was not as large
as of horses aud sheep, still there was great
number present beth native aud imported
The Hereford. Ayrshire and Devons particu-
larly were in great force, and in our judg-
ment, looked better and were better, than
any other breed that was to be seen.
| ----~se~>sss<ss~-------
Bsss-Father Mathew administered 5000
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

rs5"lIon John Mcpherson Berrien de-
clares his intention Of acting with the Union
Party He has been claimed by the South,
en Rights Party.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

Isy~Thc Boston Courier says that it is
rumorcd in that city, that the vacancy in the
bench of the L. s. Circuit Court, occasoued
by the death of Judge Woodbury., is likely
TO be filed BY the appointment of Chief JUS
tee Shaw, of Massachusetts
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

Although We have experienced during the
last two or three weeks the hottest and tho
coolest weather incident to the season-the
changes being sudden and remarkable. our
town and County continue very healthy
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

raay~Thc next term Of the Circuit Court
Of Berkeley County win commence on Sat
urday next, the 9th instant, Judge SAMuEIs,
prssding
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
THE pnoueILr.

During the past week the weather has
teen cool and braeing, but very dry. Many
of the wells in town are nearly dry. and the
springs and streams are law.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

To be held Near Char1estowm. jefferson. Co.,
Va, the 18th 4 10Th OF October, 1851.
The First Annual Exhibition Of the Valley Ag-
ricultural Society of Virginia will take place on
Wednesday and Thursday, the 10th and 9Th Of
October next half mile East Of Charlsstown
The Society encouraged By the success that has ct
tended il heretofore, and stimulated by the grea,
and growing interest manifested in its behalf ex-
poets this their FIRST exhibition, be such an one as
may cause this Valley and the Old Dominion 10
feel proud But in doing this, the aid of each and
every one will be required, not only in good words,
but by action and cooperation. We shall expect
each and every one to send something to be exhib-
tied and to contend for the premium. Let not the
whole burthen devolve on q few each in his own
appropriate sphere can do as much as another
From all we ask hearty, earnest and united ac-
tion not in lille words but in actual labor without
which we cannot succeed. All and every one Of
this community is deeply interested in its success
and a helping hand We desire from all. A strong
pull and pull altogether and the Society must
and viii succeed.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
SILVER NINE.

The Silver Mine recently discovered on the
land of the Mcssrs. McSherry, on the shen-
andoah, about three miles above Harper's-
Ferry is said TO be rich and productive
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
LEWIS W. WASHINGTON.


LEWIS W. WASHINGTON
Vice Presidents
A. r. DoTELER, of Jefferson,
THOMAS F. NELSON, Of Clarke,
RIcnARD BARTON, Of Frederick,
CHARLES J. FarLKSrR, of Berkeley.
DR.. r. s. BLACKBURN, CORY Secretary
RoBr. W BAYLOR, Rerordirg Secretary
ANDREW KENNEDY, Treasurer.
Board Of Managers
James D Gibson, Francis Peters
Martin Eichelbergcr, TT Pendleton.
Committee on Reception 81 Strangers.
DIR. W. F. Alexander, John 7. Gibson,
James w. Beller, r. Hume Butcher,
Lawson Bolts.
ORDER or EXHIBITION
On Wednesday morning, at 10 o'clock, the Judge.
win enter upon the performance Of imspectng, and
awarding premiums. At three o'clocls. the same
day, the Ploughing Match will come off
On Thursday, at 70 O'clock, an address viii be
delivered and Immediately after the address, the
reports ofthe Judges viii be read, and the pre-
miums awarded and distributed
REGULATIONS
All members of the Society, and all who shall
become members, will be furnshe, with badges,
whtsh will admit the person and the ladies of his
family at all times during the continuance of the
Fair.
Almittance to single persons 25 cents
All Exhibitors at the Fair must become members
Of the Society.
All those who intend to compete for the pre-
miums of the Fair, should have their animals and
articles on the ground on Tuesday evening, the
18th Instant, that they may be arranged in read
mess for examination by the Judges on Wednesday
morning.
No animals or articles can be taken away before
the close Of the Fair. except by permission of the
Executive Committee.
The Marshal Of each department will take spe
cial charge of the matters within his department
anil viii attend to their accommodation and ar
rangement. AT the appointed time be will get tn,
Judges together of his department, and point Out
all subjects for their decision, and when their du
ty is discharged, win get their report aud return
it to the Secretary
y The Judges are requested to hand in their re.
ports and awards on the afternoon Of the 18TH in
order that the premiums may be declared and dis
tributed on the afternoon of the 10th
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
IIEREFORDS.

For the best Bull years old and upwards,
So; best Bull 2 years old, 8; best Bull ]
year old, 2; best Cow 3 years old aud up
wards 5; best Heiler 2 years old, 3; best
do. year old, 2. !.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
CAUTION.

The Post oiliee Law imposes fine Of IF
~ dollics upon any person who shall use a
Stamp" that sas bssn previously used
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

TO repeat what you have heard in social
inter course is sometimes sad trcacery and
when il is not treacherous, it il often foolish.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

ne In the Report Of the committee ap.
pointed BY the Mercantile Convention, re-
cently held in Richmond We end tie follow
ing Interesting Statements ofthe Rail Roads
u virginia. COMPLETED and 10 Procress.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

F9~ Even the malignancy of man is rem
dered subseryent to the general and ultimate
end Of divine providence. which is to bring
all animated beings to happiness
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

EE@ Professor Agassiz has accepted the
chair of Comparative Anatomy in the School
Of Medicine, Charleston, s, c.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
d Of D. G. NJ. E. p. Hunter

VH y Ut q U III II IUHItF,
ReSol That this Lodge has received
with pro Rnd regret intelligence of the death
Of Bro. McHARD IL. SIMMs, late one of its
members
ReSolred, That tie members of this Lodge
feel a soddencd pleasure in bearing in remem-
brance the high moral aud masonic virtues
Of their deceased ksether, and that in token
Of their respect to Msmemory, they will wear
the usual badge fm6urniag for thirty days
Resolped, That copy of these resolutions
be sigucd BY the Worsllipful Master and
Secretary, published in the papers of this
town, aud forwarded to the surviving rcla-
tiyes of our deceased Brother
Tcste. HIRAM BOWEN, w. VI.
~ S. CHAMBERS, Sec'y.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
AYRSHIRES.
MARsnAL-WM. +. TURNER

MAksHAL--WM. +. TURNER.
Jadges-J. c R. Taylor, R NJ English, Geo. L.
Washington and John L. craighili
For the best Bull 3 years old and upwards,
So best Bull 2 years old, 3; best Bull
year old. 2; best Cow 3 years old, s.; best
Heifer 2 years old, 3; best Heifer / year
DID, 2.
Natires or Grades.
For the best Bull 3 years old and upwards,
50; best Bull 2 years old, 3; best Bull /
year old, 2; best Cow years old, s.; best
Heifer years old, 8; best Heifer year
old, 2
HALF BRED KAISTS.
MAnsnAI--JonS A. THOMPSON
Jadges-C E. Kemble, A. s. cambridge, G. s. Tay-
Tor and r b. Washington
For the best Bull 2 years Oh S.; best
Bull years old, s.; best bull Calf not ex-
ceeding months old, 5: best Heifer years
old, 81 best Heifer year old, 8; best Hcif-
or Calf, not exceeding months old, 3.
DEvONs.
Marshall, J. WILLIAMS
Judges D. Bryarly, John W McCurdy, Minor
Hurst and ]. Wysong.
For the hest Bull years old and upwards.
So; best Bull years old, 3; best Bull !
year old, 2; best Cow 3 years old, s.; best
Hefer 2 years old, B.; best Hcifer ! year
old, 2.
Alderney.
For the best Bull years old and upwards,
IS best Bull 2 years old, 8; best Bull !
year old, 2; best Cow years old, 8; best
Heifer 2 years old. 8; best Heifcr year
old, 2.
WORKING OXEN.
MARsHAL--WM G. FERGUSON.
| .udges--F, M. Eichelberger. Geo. Tate.
J. M. Brown and Fisher Lewis.
For the best Yoke Of Oxen over years
old, So; best Yoke under four years old, 5.
FAT CATTLE AND SHEEP.
MARsHAL--THoMAs II. WILLIS.
Judges-Geo. B. Beall, J. l.. Ransom, W..
Hurst, and John Meier
For The BEST Fat Steer, So, bes. fat Cow
s.; best fat Heifer g.; best slaughtered
Mutton, 2 best lot Of live Mutton, not
less than FIVE, 5,
SHEEP.
| MARsHAL-PaowEcE McCoRMlcx.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

nD~At Hedgcsvillc, on Saturday the 18th
of October, the people are to be addressed
by the Hon. Henry Bcdinger and Charles J.
Faulkner Esq, the congressional candidates
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
INDIANA.

Gov. Wright, of Indiana, has issued his
proclamation declaring the New Constitution
of that State adopted; and also that the adj
ditional clause prohibiting negroes from here
after settling in the State, and for the
colonization of those now ia the State, is a
part of the Constitution. He enjoins upon
all officers in the State who continue in office
to take an oath to support the near Consti-
tuition.
The following is the state of the vote in
all the counties of the State but three, which
harn NOT hnnn rnnniund
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
TRIBUTE OF RESPECT.

At a regular communication of Equality
Lodge, No. l36, of Free and Accepted Ma
sons, at their Hall in Martiusburg Saturday
Evening. September 18TH Ammo Lucis 1851,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

Judgss--T. @. Baylor. G. d. Moore i,
] H. Taylor, and Dr.. W. +. Alexander
FoEkhe best fine Wool Buck. So bs,,
pair + Wool Ewes, 3; best pair 4
fae Wool Lambs. 3 best Long Wasl
Buck. 3 best pair long Wool Ewes !,
best pair Of long wool Lambs 3 b.,
Buck Of mixed blood, 3 I'd best Dues
mixed blood, 2 best pen OF Lambs, 10,
less than five, 3; best Buck Of any breed
3; best South. down Buck, 3 best South.
down Eve, 3 ]; best pair of South down
Lambs, 3.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
SWINE
MARsaAL--y. H. McENnRk.

MARSHALL. H. McESpRee.
Jadges--Thos. Rawlins, w. H. Conklyu.
Chas. H. McCurdy and Dan. Moler.
For The best Boar 2 years old, 49,; best
Boar | year old, 2 best Sow over Two
years old, 3; best Sow year old, 2 bes,
lot Of Pigs, moi less than five. and under I
months old, 3.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23

H@y-Father Mathew administered 5000
temperance pledges at Albany on Sunday
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
MULES AND JACKS.

MARsHAL-GEo w. PETER.
Judges--G. w. Eichelberger. j. T. Hen.
kle, II L. Opie and j. c. Wiltshire.
For the best Jack, So best Jenne, 8
best pair Of Mules, o best team Of Mules
not less than six, 5 /; best Mule colt. not
over year old, 2.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
HORSES.

RHAfssi Nh W W NAFFINNIuN.
Jadges-W. Crow, J. w. Moore. J. n.
Campbell. DR.. v. Nj. Butler aud
DR.. G.. F. Mason.
For the best Stallion for heavy draugbt
So; best brood Mare for heavy draught
5 best Stallion for quick draughi, 5 +; best
brood Mare for quick draught, s; best Slal
lion for Saddle, D.; best brood Mare lor
saddle, s; best pair Of Matched Horses, s,
best saddle Horse. Mare or Gelding, 3:
best pair Of Draught Horses, 8 best team
Of draught Horses. not less than six, 5:
best B year old filley or colt. 3; bes, 9
year old filley or colt, 2 ; best year old
fstiev nr coli I
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-09-23
CATTLE snow

agriculture and horticultural Exhibition
or THE
VALLEY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY,
To be held Near CharIestown. jefferson. Co.
Va, the 18th 4 10Th or October, 1851.