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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
Agents fer the Marinsburg Gazette.
TRUSTEES, SALE.

nURSUANT to two Deeds Of Trust executed to
L the undersigned by Baily Tabb for the bene-
tit off w. Il d. X. Boyd, George Fl. Mcclure and
J. w Boyd, which Deeds are of record in the
County Court Of Berkeley, they will expose to
sale at public auction, on Thursday, the 20M day Of
March instant, at the residence of the said Baily
Tabb, near the Tuscarora Church, all the
PROPERTY
conveyed by said Deeds of Trust, comprising the
personal estate of said Baily Tabb, viz
Il number of Horses and Colts Cattle;
Hogs Threshing Machine and Sheet
Barousch and Harness 2 SlcighS;
Is sets Gears /; 3 Wagons; Cart,
Barshear Ploughs; 8 Single Shoreldo;
s Double Sdorel Ploughs;
2 Wheat Fans; 3 Harrors
3 sets Grain Ladders; -. !
pair Wood Ladders
set of Blacksmuhs Tools, including
Bellops, Anril and Pee; d-.D9
/ Grind-Stone aud s Grain Grades.
ALSO, A QUANTITY or
Household and Kitchen Furniture,
consisting of Beds, Bcdsteads, Bedding, Carpets
Chairs Tables, Stoves, &c. &c.
Also, Saddles, Brides, Axes, Whcelbarrow,
and many other articles Of Personal Property
Also, q NEGRO GIRL, about twenty ears old
and her two children. i
Terms.-Nine months credit on all sums of IS
and upwards, the purchaser giving bond and ap-
proved security ;lnlcr that sum cash.
Esay-lf the sale is not completed ON the day ma
med, it will be continued on the succeeding day
EDMUND p. HUNTER,
JOHN B. HoGE,
March Is lS5l--ts Trustees
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
HAVENNERs' SUPERIOR CRACKERS.


TIME increasing demand for the above deserved
ly esteemed Crackers, has induced the sub
scribers to enlarge their manufacturing facilities
and they are now prepared to ell any orders with
which they may be favored for Butter, Water,
Sugar and Soda Crackers. SIS nnsans
These Crackers are generally admitted to be
greatly superior to those sold in Baltimore, and
one of the largest manufactures at the North has
frankly acknowledged them to be superior to any
in the market lk -. 49, -f
All goods ordered from us viii be delivered,
free Of charge, in Baltimore, for Georgetowns and
promptly forwarded by our agents wherever dircc
ted. 1AyENNER & BROS,
sss8 y G Street, Washington City, u, G.
N. Merchants making purchases at any time
in Baltimore, by addressing US can have the Crack
ers delivered in time to forward with their other
goods and thus procure Q firstrate article at the
price paid for the common. & te Ag
~ o3a HAVENNER & BROS
January %. lS5l--3n aa Va -
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
Dr.. Hubert 3, CI,cyr.
SETTLE UP.

M respectfully request all our customers
~ who are indebted 10 u.s. 70 call and set
lie their accounts, as il viii cave Us the trouble
of sending collector to call upon them
Jan. 1T RIDDLE & BRO.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
PIANO FORTE For SALE.

TTNHE undersigned, by yltue Of q Tru Il Deed
i executed by 0'Ferral 4 w., Will sell, private
~, an excellent PLANO, in first-rate order
JOSEPH s. DUcKWALL. Trustee q
Berkeley Springs, Morgan Co, Va. ~ eas 1l
"ss Oct l. 1s50-6m
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
BERKELEY LAND FOR SALE.

10 ACRES of best quality Limestone csy.
LII 4 Land near the Swan-Pond, of which &.fSS
25 are in Timber, and IS are new ground
3 miles from the Rail Road Is from the Canal, s
from Shepherdstown and Algrtinsbmg and miles
from Billmyers and other Merchant Mills; GO
Acres are in wheat one-half which will be sold
with the land Mr. Whitson, who farms the land
will show it. Price, $40 an acre. Address, post
paid, ri 5.4i sss G. i, DUNKEL.
January IA, lS5l--tf Bdlti,8ore Nd
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
SHERIFF'S SALE.

M ILL be sold for cash, at public auction, to
w the highest bidder, on Thursday, The 20M
day n March 1851, at the residence of Baily Tabb
on Tuscarora Creek, about y miles West Of Mar
tinsburg, Berkeley County Virginia, the follow
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
APPLES! APPLES!!

HAVE just received a fine lot Of APPLES,
i which l will sell by the Bushel or small.
Feb. A, 1881 G. RAENHAL
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
HOUSE AND LOT FOR RENT.

a HAVE a House situated on Martin f ~
II Street, West of Queen Street, which Ek id
may be occupied by one OF two famllies, Maa..!.l
as circumstances may require, which | will
rent either in part. or whole, between the pres
ent time and next spring. Possession TO be
given the first OF April. ~ -sa.
,S'a' 81 ROBERT GREGORY.
Nov Is, ls50-tf.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
NO MISTAKE,

Certain Remedy for the Tooth Ache.
nR, HAYS Tooth Ache Drops prepared and for
IL sale ,ehoiesaie and retail BY WitiiaRi Dorsey,
Druggist, Martasburg, va.
Having acquired the right 10 prepare and sell
the above, now offer it to the public with full
confidence in its virtue, having tested il to my en-
tire satisfaction those therefore, in need of the
above will please give call, as they may rest
assured of getting a FIRST rate remedy for the
Tooth-Ache. Il WILLIAM DORSEY,
Feb IS, 1851. Druggist.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
PERSONAL PROPERTY,

. heal Of Horses. l Col, 8 Mich Ccms !;
5 Hogs, ! Uagon, sets Wagon Gears i;
= tvo- horse PtoughS
. Double Shorel Ploughs;
] Sleigh with Harness and Bells;
Log Chain, . Grain Grades;
l Mouing Seythe, Ladder;
l Cast Iron Pump nth Double I'alreS
and Hoes;
Saddle, 2 Ridiag Brides;
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18

GOD LIVER OlL.--Ru shron, Clark s.
~ Co.'s Cod Liver Oil by the Bottle or
quantity, kept constantly on hand BY
March4. HARRISON s. HAMM E.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
GOLD PENS AND SILVER CASES.

4 FRESH supply of the above articles warran-
IN ted to be superior to any other Pen now in
use, and at prices very low, direct from the man.
ufacturers, and for sale BY
VIM DORSEY, Druggist.
March H. 1881 sHel IT az
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18

III EMONS.--A 6ne lor ofI.emons, jussre-
IA ceiyed and for sale low BY
Dec. 10 llIlI-.. GEO. RAENHAI
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
ALBERT G. GRIFFITH.
DEALER IN
French dmd .7nafrfcan PnErr Hnn ting,

French and .9nfyfcan Paper Hrngfngs,
4 Lso in Upholstering Goods and Mantactu-
N turcr Of Venetian Blinds. Always on hand
Paper IIangings such as Oak beautiful Panneled,
for Halls and Entreys, f'togethcr new style ;
Gold paper cnd other styles. for parlors BE. to-
gether with grrat variety Of eemmon papcfs.
Venetian Blinds in great variety Transparent
Oil Shades; Curtain Cornicess Paper and Stick
Blinds; together with every thing pertaining to
the Upholstery Business.
BSy~ orders from the Country faithfully cx-
ecuted A paper Hanger tif requested will be
sent to any part of Virginia
March 4, 1s5l--ly A. @. GRIFFITH,
No. 296 Bokimors st., opposite Sharp. Baaiaers. Nd
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
DIR. SINGS
Warranted Patent Itch Ointment.

VNXPERIENCE has proved this Ointment to be
IL superior remedy for the complaint named,
as well as for cutaneoas diseases generally such
as letter, Ring Worm, &c, Sc. II is pleasant and
oa'e IN its application and leaves the skin soft and
perfectly smooth. Prepared and for sale, whole
s''' Wa anu retail, by WM. DORSEY,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
HATS! HATS!! HATsM!

WE have just opened alo,t.of beautiful and
w substantial HATS. We would invite
those who are in want Of the fashionable Hat.
to call and see the Jenny Linds. They are a
beautiful Hat, of fine finish and style--being
the adopted Fall Fashion. We have also.
Russia Brush Hats, suitable for old gentlemen
They are the most durable Hat that can be
made. We have almost every kind ofHa,Dow
in use--to all Of which we most respectfully
invite public attention. ,ge,
We would take occasion TO return our thanks
10 generous public for their patronage. and
only expect continuance Oft same so long
as we merit il. st zsd9 Hes
Oct. Is, 1850. w. Fl. & J. MATHEWS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18

YIR GINA In the Circuit Court Of Berkc-
ley County:
William Hunter and joseph Bowers fuse Of Field
ing Cclbert)-ptsgs.
agaiast
William ]. Hensell, Exior of Charles H. Whiting,
deed, Sarah Whiting widow of same, Harold
Whiting, Ella Whiting and Norman whiting
children and derisees Of same, and William a.
Whitng-dgas.
IN CHANCERY
Commissioners Office, Martinsburg,
February IS, 1851
NOTICE--Thc parties TO the above suit win
in please 10 take notice, that win attend at my
Office in Martinsburg, Tuesday the l7tA dty Of
uarch nezf, for the purpose Of making ont Report
in the above case, at which time and place they
will produce before me all such evidence as they
intend to offer. 8 GARARD ~ c.
Feb Is. 1S5f--4w ae
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
SELLING OFF! SELLING Off!

iYNHE subscribers having determined to remove
Il from Martinsburg; viii close out, forthwith,
their
LARGE STOCK OF GOODS,
at greatly reduced prices.
For the Ladies Needle Worked Collars; Swiss
and Cambria Edgings and Insertings; common
Cotton and Thread do; Linen Cambria IIdkfs. and
a splendid assortment of Ribbons Merinos Thi-
bet Cloth, Polka Chintze aud plain NJ de LANES;
Alpaccas and Calicoes. plain striped and barred;
Swiss and Jaco1et Mrslins; Cotton, Worsted and
Silk Hosiery and Gloves; SHAlvLS at cost and
less than cost, with many other articles that are
new and pretty and viii be sold very cheap,
supply Yourselves Now,
as an opportunity is offered that rarely occurs.
Gemtemens Fear Black, Blue and Invisible
Green Cloths at a price that shall be satisfactory
to all large stock ofCassimers, Cassinetts plain
and fancy Silk and Satin Vestings; fancy and black
Italian Cravats Neck-ties, Pongee and Bandanna
Hdkfs, Suspcnders, Gloves, Hosiery Also gen.
eral assortment of Domestic Goods, consisting in
part of Linseys, Cotton and Wooden Flannes of all
colors bleached and brown A1uslins, 0snaburgs "a
and yard wide very low by the piece; Table Cloths,
Linen Table Diaper, Checks, Furniture Plaids,
Tickngs, Blankets, less than cost by the pair; to-
gether with large quantity of Fi
Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps, Hardware,
Groceries, Qaeensrdre
without regard to cost. Being determined to close
Bargains may be expected
Dsy~ Country Merchants supplied on liberal
terms s. & T. S. NlXDoRFP q
Feb g. 1851 Ogposite the Market House
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
BALTIMORE DIRECTORY.
RIBBONS. MILLINERY Goopss &C.
Beniamin Crane,

hfHf1Hstn AfIHfs ~
tyyTOUfD reeroetfuly inform his customers
w and dealers that he has REMOVED TO the
new Building No. ISL Baltimore Street. ecracr of
Charles Street Baltimore. wherf he Is new reeeivsS
ing the latcxtNrd most Fashionable Styles ii ~
rssiIsncry ansr straw Goods, ie
Of the new importations His long experience III
Tie Fashionable Millinery Trade enables him to3
select those Goods icsiratfe for this section off
eeunirr and SELECTS an examination 81 hrs Str-k
previous 10 rhfehasine. Ne We istosssdent hisgoods
are SOLD as ~ ap rs they can he bought in. any X
market and his extensive stock waIrants himIn u
saving that no one establishment in the EQUALITY
contains 30 complete an assortment VI Millinery :
Gooas It's stock consists in partof 81 ssst
ARTrrTcrAx rxowEEss
A largo and beautiful Assortment--com
cry quality, from the lowest price American to
the fnest Imported
BoNHEr RrDDoNs:
AIany new styles which cannot be fonnd IN any
other house. and Of every quality and price--by
the piece or carton:
Satin Ribbons--all numbers and cosors;
T0fFcta do do. IS ltsf
Bonnet Sstins---all coiors: = tsgas
Glace Bonnet silk---al colors;
Taraiapes do. lA
Illusion Netts a., do 49,
4 English dc do. 4s s4lg
Bombazines---Modes
Maroellnes--- Florenccs
French and Blond Cuttings fs,a
ncpnet Caps---new styles aF
Bluc ard Green Bsrege: - Sti -
Satin, Cotton and Paper Wire ssss stAR
Malinc i.aces and Wells; . sss7Es iah
Black silk Laces
Buckraiu- -Wiilaw Sheets; #afe Hss'
Bonnet Castings and Reeds 3sss 8sH7 ts8s
Bobbinets---Oil silks; s3H Hats vi
= Model lIcads---white Glue; sa6 s3aF
Bonnet Frames and Crowns; yAea -
Crown Liping-chip, &c. &C. g.9s
straw BoNNETs,
lie would particularly call attention to his extern
sivc stock OF Straw Goods, consisting Of every
aescript on---and he is confident at lower prices
HAN they can be found in any other house. His
large city trade guarantees tcir being q tlie most
fashionable shape und style, ffS
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
TEAeHER WANTEp.
BOUNTY LAND.

TIME Bill granting Bounty Land to the Soldiers
j engaged in the War of lS12---'l3 and Id, and
in the Florida and Indian Wars, and to the officers
in the War with Mexico, having passed Congress
and become law, the undersigned will attend
promptly to procuring the Bounty Land for claim
ants The Widows of deceased Soldiers are ent-
tied NORMAN MILLER
Martnsburg. Va, Oct. /, 1880
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
Merchant Mill, Distilsery, DWELL
ing House,

d. and the all necessary out-Buildings H.
#siiI upon it, The lower story of the EMT id
Eia!iL Mill is built of stone, laid with CO. MSiiL
nleut lime the upper part is brick, built IN the
best manner; with an abundance of water for
grinding the greater portion Of the year The
Dstilcry is situated near the Mill, and is built OF
stone, with every necessary convenience
This property is more desirable on account OF
being located IN one of the best grain growing re-
gions in Virginia. lying Immediately on the Turn
pike leading to Martinsburg, and within miles
of the Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road.
The terms will be made known by Mr. Samuel
d. Bryarly who resides near the property, Mr.
Jehn 2 kearfott, or the undersigned. Posses.
sion given on the LIST day Of April next
f5E. ROB'T j. GLASS,
March / 1, lS5i--3t II. II. BRYARLY
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18

10 VIII.
V head Of Horses, | itoo year old Steer;
721 head of Stock Hogs;
tfrst-rafe four horse Wagon
rair Of Wood Ladders;
5seis Horse Gears, neao; 3 sets Plough Gears !;
ne,e Barshear Plough. 2 Ha,rotcs;
II lot Of Single and 1hribbie Trses;
l S,rgte aud 2 Double Shocel Ploughs;
l Sleigh aud Harness; Forks, Ra'ses, Shopels !;
Gram Cradles, Grind Stone;
Hyte g1aa, nearly nt,c; a Lot If fools;
Wheat F@a and Cutting Boz !;
Saddles and Brides; H.aY by the Ton;
.4bom 300 Bushels of Corr;
a lot 9fprinle 8.aCONbyi he pound;
also. % .4cres Of Wheat ia The ground, Sc.
Terms Of Sale-six month credit will be given
on all sums Of - and upwards by the purchaser
giving bond with approved security Except for
1 'he Corn, which will be sold at three months
| Sfedlt > and for all sums under IS the cash will
ass NO property to be removed until the above
kterms are complied with.
March is, ls5l--ts ROB'T q lyle
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
A D0TBiE BlRREL sHOT-CTy.

HNIIS Gun has been tried, and is known 10
N be fine fowling pece--for wing shoot.
ing it is very superior. II is worth $50, bui
having no use for it, will sellit for $50 cash
Jan. Ia VIM. DORSEY. D,uggist.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18

TEyHE YOUNG MANS WAY TO IN
II telligence, peclahility, Honor and
Usefulness, by Rev. A Atwood, fore sale by
Jan. Fl RIDDLE s. BRO.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
PUBLIC SALE.

WILL he sold at public sale, on Wednesday,
w the Cd day Of -ipra, 1851, to the highest
bidder at the residence of Mrs Isabella Lyle about
-four miles West of Martinsburg, the following
personal PROPERTY,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
FRESH GARDEN SEED,

Nv + have Just received a lot of FIR ESH GAR
w DEN SEED for 1851, which we will war.
rant to be genuine: sGf f}ls4a.sae af I'd, : ia 81
Asparagus, Giant Dutch; Beans of all kinds; lfn
Beets y Long Blood and Blood Turuip, Sugar White
and Mangel Wortzef; q 81 8fftf7 ft353.l&
Broccoli, Early Purple Cape; Cabbage, Early and late;
Carrot Large Orange; Cauifower, Early aud Late
q celery, White Solid; Cucumber three kinds; So
,Egg Plant Early Purple Corn, Smith Early Extra
Melon, Mountain Water and n utmeg;
Lettuce, Several kinds; Nast,irtiun fine kind;H 2
Onion, Early Silver Skinned; Parsley. Double prcd;
Psrsnip, Large Dutch Pumpkin, Potatoe and Qushaw,
Peas Of all kinds Pepper, Bunosc;
Raaishes all kinds Late and Early: i8A fet5A
Rhubarb, for Tarts and Pies Spinach, Round Savoy;
Squash Early Bunch; Tomato, Large Red;
Turnip, White Flat; Bird Seed, Canary and Hemp
For sale at 80
HARRISON & HA1lsiES 7
Jan oS Cheap Ut6g Store
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18

TIME subscribers having determined to remove
from Martinsburg; wiz close out, forthwith,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
MILL AND LAND FOR SALE,

M + will sell, at private sale, NlNETT-FIl,E
w ACRES or LAND, of the best quality
adjoining the town of Darkesville, in Berkeley
County, Virginia, with an excellent
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
ALSO, A QUANTITY or
HOuschO and Kitchen Furniture
PUBLIC SALE.

Nv ILL be sold at public sale, on Monday, tie
w 3lst ddy efthis month, Harch,) at the resi-
dcnce of Plulnmer l. Mussetter, the Warm
Spring road, near Back Creek, about one mile
West OF fIcdgesvilc the following Hri
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
Commercial nfforo.

MAUTINsBURG PRICES CURRENT
roR TIE WEES ESDfsG MARCH 10, 1851.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
= y ~ y n y y ~
The syarket-1faxtcr.
Riddle & Brother.

BALTIMORE PRICES CURRENT
q yos rHE wEsx ENDING MARCH IL, 1851. 49,
Rspsrted BY Randolph q Latimer, SO yoath Street
FLuUR.-The Flour market Is dull Small sales Of How
ard street at 81 5K, but buyers generally un-
willing 70 offer oyer$ i.3l4, Nothing in City Mills.
oRAfN.Smal sales Of red Wheat 95 to 9s cts white
do 100 70 lis cts Sales Of yellow Corn 81 cts;
white nominally at s. cts. Oats % to Al cts. Rye
CT eta stfI eaL
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
BAC0Nl BACON!l

ME have received, and expect to keep CON
w SANITY on hand, Bacon, Hams, Shoulder,
ana sldes' Baltimore cured, best quality, which
March III w III. & j NJ ATIIrVVG
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-03-18
CLERK WANTED.
TOBACCO AND SEGARS.

A VARIETY Of best brands; also, prime James
"A River Smoking Tobacco, for saleat
Jan. %. HARRISON 4 HAMMES.
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1851-11-15

The custom Of impressing letters and important pubca-
os upon clay, stone alabsse tera-cotta mortar
men one to many ancient nations well
the Of writing and painting upon skins and pac
men. upon leaves, barks, and pspyrus paper. The
Ten Commandments of the Hebrews' represented as
having been written craven upon both sides of two tables
tablets Of stone, which Moses carried nhis t,0o hands.
These were easily broken when down. in bis anger
the doay Of the people Did Moses employ brick or tile
for sore0 practice mentioned eseohere the Scripture
or did ne tablets of aabaster Gotta according
the most ancient method in Assya related by Mr. Layad
ln the poetic language Of his people, Moses undoub
eddy referred to as he ager Of God upon this occasion
Thunder, by similar image of speech, being called in
the Hebrew the voice Of God, laundering" MA
Such interpretations distinctly given in the occasional
and natural references Of the Hebrew writer's. 9e
The instructions to the people, in Deuteronomy, to set
up great stones and plaster them with plaster and write
upon the stones all the words Of the law very plainly
afford us another reference to the mode of pubcG-
on peculiar to that age and to the former associations Of the
Hebrews; for Of the most ancient pyramids in Egypt
have been covered with cement and found nscbed in
similar manner. .et ~
These remain to teach us will regard the lesson how
much more lasting and instructive is the "pan language Of
the Hebrew, than the complex, involved, and imaginative
figures Of the Egyptian classic |! s
When regard the immense expenditures annually aug
menng, to advance in the knowledge Of the arts Of life
which prevail in age and look back the rapid progress
in information which has bee made within the last century,
need longer wonder the enormous temples caves
and pyramids ancient age Of civilization, doubt that
such vesges and science also originally intended
'to perpetuate institutions now forgotten in the land in
which the ruins lie.
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1851-11-15
TO THE EDITORS.

Messrs. GALES g. sEAroS : In noticing in the Intelli-
gencer Of this morning the demise Of veteran Of the Revo
luton in Florida, WILLIAM FoHrAISE who served under
Marion. full justice has not been accorded the worthy patriot
and patriarch. 1890 N4 5000
At the recent Representative election in that State, Mr..
Fontane walked twelve miles from the residences Of his
inlaw, Mr. Knobock (hmsef good old soldier and gem
une Whg,) Ocaa vote for the Wing and Union ticket
He would ask for pension for his honorable and va
luable services in the Of independence To the nocer
Of this when asked why he did apply the Government
for what only his equitable rights his repeated reply
Of the conederaon forever and for aye psy enough
him y and that be erventy hoped such should be the
motto Of oil who served their country, who had taken
refuge under the flag Of liberty"
Mr. Fontaine in easy circumstances in life the time
Of his DEATH One Of the 6s pioneers in the settlement of
the interior Of Forda his memory will be cherished by many
who peled with him. His ep'aph in letters Of gold should
be embalmed 10 the hearts Of bis countrymen.
FLORIDA.
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1851-11-15

sHor WHILE HuSTISe.-On Tuesday last, CALEB DA-
NOM son of Arad Damon, Of Hnckley, Medina county,
Ohio was shot dead while hunting turkeys. Several parties
were hunting in the woods and Damon and another
hunter were approaching each other n to their
cas which each supposed to be answered by turkey
Young Damon creeping his hands and knees when
Albert Spear seeing black object through the bushes which
he supposed be turkey, fred upon it. The ball entered
Dsmons head, killing him instantly. This sad casualty
Cured upon the day the similar have before
noticed In Ptseld and such results should deter from
shooting at objects in regard which they may by any pos
sibil,y be Mistaken ieriand Herald.
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1851-11-15

DEATH OF THE ELErHASr CoLuMBUs.-The Pittsfed
(Mas Sun gives the following Of the death of the
celebrated Elephant Columbus
The Elephan, Columbus, attached to the menagere of
RAYMOND Co. and Herr Driesbach, died Lenox in this
county, Saturday Columbus is said have been the
largest and most valuable elephant in the United States He
is supposed have been hundred years DID, His weight
was five tons and he valued at $l5 000 When
ing one Of the streams Adams the bridge gave way, and
the elephant precptated fifteen feet into the water
The injury received consequence of the accident is said to
have caused his death, and rumored that the Of
the animal have prosecuted the town Of Adams for damages