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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-05-14

RIGHT OF SEcESsIoN.-The asserters oil
the right of a State TO secede from the u
Mon have protested to rely upon Mr. Mad
IsoN as authority for their doctrine, A let
ter which has recently been brought to light,
written by him to ALEXANDER HAMILTON
in 1888, after the Federal Constitution was
ratified by Virginia, but while the matter
was still pending in New York, must, how
ever, settle the question, so far at least as
the understanding and intention OF the ira
mers of the Constitution are concerned
In that letter Mr.. MADISON says "The Con-
stitution requires an adoption in toto and
forever" and "The idea of reserving right
to withdraw from the Union was started at
Richmond and considered as a conditional
ratification, which was itself abandoned as
worse than a rejection
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-05-14

{= We are indebted to the Hon. JAMES
nj. Mason for bound volume containing
the Patent Office Report.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-05-14

imports uHu pO'to " We"
The month Of .aprit, 1851,
IMPORTS.
Foreign goods entered for consumption S9lol 80
Foreign goods warehoused i,s sS0 oI .
Specie eSo''0i
EXPORTS.
Domestic goods and produce S4'oo oa 90
Foreign goods o ooo go
Specie o'to~'
This statement exhibits facts upon which an i''-
structive homily might be read.
tits any thing but satisfactory state OF affairs
when at one port and in one month we see tnpor-
salion, of foreign merchandise to the extent of NO.
339 1888 against an export of domestic and foreign
goods of 81, 947 $780, leaving BALANCE against us
at one port, and for one month, Of $5;397 ,22S OF
which there has been paid in specie S9.4o2,ioI'
exclusive Of stock and other public securities when
have been sent forward as remttanees.-.Vas. i".
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-05-14

i+ Circumstances prevent the publica-
ton, in this paper, of the communication of
our Washington friend and correspondent,
last received 1t will appear next week.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-05-14

A MONSTER BaLLooN.-Mr. Wise, the great
American aronaut, has now in preparation mon
ster balloon, holding fifty thousand cubic feet Of gas,
and capable of carrying up sixteen persons OF one
hundred and fifty pounds each. He expects to
have it ready for ascension from Philadelphia abous
LIST of June
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-05-14

o. The Maryland Conyeniisa sill remains in
session, without much prospect Of coming TO an adj
journment Ii is now matter of doubt, il is said,
whether Constitution will be produced acceptable
to the people. There are some clauses in it already
which are not consonant with the broad democratic
doctrine, and others to which the wings object.
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
100 DOLLARS REWARD I

DA away from the subscriber, October 9th
III 1897, from his residence en- Willow Swamp,
South Edisto River, Orangeburg District, South
Carolina, a negro man named HOWARD, about
six feet high, and otherwise well proportioned
and Of black complexion, full faced, high fore
head, prominent nose, and no whskers; having
on one of his arms the letter s, mark resemb-
ling II. He had scar on the inner ankle of,
presume, the left foot lie speaks with plausi-
bility and ease; is rather assuming in his address,
yet mild and humble in his manners. lie is "a
keen, shrewd fellow, walks fast and quite erect,
and is apt TO bear uncommonly much on his toes
when hurried He said that he originally be-
longed TO a farmer named Joshua Lee, near Gin
ton, in virginia; either there or Norfolk or Rich
mond, in that State, presume he took up quar-
ters. Any person finding and experimenting the
same, and delivering him safely into the hands OF
the subscriber, shall receive the above reward OF
one hundred dollars, besides reasonable expenses
that he may be At in coming and returning.
WILLIAM RILEY.
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
GAZETTE OF THE UNION AND
GOLDEN RIFLE

A paper for Odd-Fellows and their Famili
N This old established Family Paper, on IT,.
LIST of January, enters its sixteenth volume, an
will be found upon examination by the Fraterni
to be peculiarly adapted to their wants, and
most welcome visitor at the fresed.
1t is published weekly at
81 OO per annum in advance.
& 90 for four copies.
~ 90 for nine copies.
Ia % for twenty copies.
IL contains the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge
OF the United States, and the State Grand Lodges
and Encampment, Institution of the new Lodges,
Addresses, accounts OF Celebrations, Editorials
upon Odd Fellowship, and everything that can
interest the Order
For binding, it is admirably adapted land makes
yearly volume of over eight hundred large pages
Aside from the charlottesville department, it
contains choice Tales, Poetry, N otes of Travel,
and in short all the variety that goes to make up
first class Family Paper
For years the Gazette and Golden Rule has en-
joyed the highest confidence Of the Order, and its
publishers feel assured that there is not brother,
no matter what.his rank in the Order, who will
not from reading the Golden Rule, learn to ap-
preciate still more glorious Fraternity, and
be better able to extend its broad mantle over
others.
Address CHAMPION & CLARKE,
"A Ann-street, New York.
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fore issued proclamation, warning ell debera-
tive bodies not to exceed the strict limit of their
attributions, by passing resolutions on such
matters, otherwise they will be dissolved.
In the departments of Allier and Saone.et-
Loire, the disturbances had been SO great as to
require the enforcement of martial law AT
Gengon, near Chalons, they carried off the
money Of the tax receiver, and laid a contribu-
ton of 2,000f. on a rich proprietor. At Theirs,
Puy de Dome, an attack was made on the Marie,
was repealed, and the insurgents separated 1t
was the only act of disorder which occurred in
the whole department.
In the departments of the Somme and of
the Nord the peasants lighted bonfres, shouting
"Vive Napoleon"
With the exceptions just noticed, the accounts
from the departments are described by the gov
eminent papers and government placards to be
most satisfactory.
Several extraordinary commissioners are
named TO the departments. NJ. Maurice Duval
goes to the western departments; NJ. earlier, as
above stated, to the centre. Other new projects
are also named.
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
The Great Invention Of the, Age Steam Sup
planted! Gas Triumphant!

yEyHE first half ofthe nineteenth century will be
Il recorded as the age of Steam 1t has passed,
and with it will pass the steam engine with the
things that were.
The second half of the century will be known
as commencing the age of Gas-an agent destined
not only to light but to ENLIGuTEN the world.
This ace has, now commenced, and with 1t is now
introduced the Gas Engine.
Professor John C. T. Salomon after twenty
wears of close Observations upon the experiments
of his own and of others IN attempts TO make the
principle of the condensation of carbonic acid gas
available as a mechanic motor, has perfected the
same and having just received. for his
81 proved Carbonic Acid Engine, now offers TO
dispose of rights for the use thereof TO the u.
States government and TO individuals or TO COM
panes, the rights of States, counties, or cities.
The immense saving Of money ard labor, and
of human lives and suffering, secured by the e
of this new motor, will inevitably insure It's speedy
adoption in all places where steam power Is now
used, and in thousands of other places where the
great expense, bulk and weight of the steam en-
CINE has precluded it's use.
This new motor may be applied to all purposes
az propelling agent, from the slngle-horse power
for the cotton-gn 10 the two thousand horse power
FOR ocean steamers with the expense less than that
required by the steam engine, of boilers and fur
naces, fuel and fremen, and OF bulk and weight
100 tons weight sutiicing for the same power OF
] 900 tons of the steam engine.
These facts are established by the experimental
engine of twenty-five (25) horse power, now
'working wei" at Cincinnati, as noticed IN the
following from the Cincinnati Nonpsreil OF the
18th instant
awe are pleased to state that J. c. +. Solomon,
late of this city, has rece ed patent for his motor
Of carbonic acid gas, in its application To an engine.
The successful experiments Of this invention were
not long since given in the Nonpareil. The same
gentleman has received another patent for the steer
,no and nropellInO mower
Also, rights for the use Of his Improved Pro-
pelling aud Steering Apparatus" one peculiar add
vantage of which gives the pilot such complete con
troll ofthe vessel independent Of the engineer, that
he can"rght-about-face" u msn-of war in less time
than is required to load her guns.
Also, rights for His "Improved Spring Saddle, "
for military and common purposes, designed for
the greatest possible comfort of both horse and
rider.
Any information in regard TO the above invalu-
able inventions, and Of obtaining rights, &c, may
be promptly obtained by addressing
ID. l.. ELDER,
Attorney and agent for the patentee, eth street,
opposite Odd Fellows Hall Washington, ID. G.
Dec %.
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
New Fashionable Tailoring establishment

II. +. LOUDUN q Co,
Mems MERGERS and TaiIors BrO,Vns hotel, Pa ape.,
HAVE just opened their store, with a
III large and well selected stock Of goods for
gentlemens' wear, such Cloths, Cassimeres,
Vestngs, and Furnishing Goods generally.
Army navy, marine, and revenue officers, will
find an assortment ofSwords, Epauettes, Sashes,
PEASANTS, Laces, and such other articles the
latest regulations of their respective corps pre-
scribe.
An experience of many years in legitimate
TaiIoring-a new and select stock Of goods-a
desire to pease-with the cash system to protect
customers against high prices, are inducements
that we offer and most respectfully solicit patron
age. a. Nov. lS-r.
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
SALOON TOILET.

TESo respectable and thoroughly competent pei
IL son will be let the Saloon under the Nation
al Hall, in the city OF Washington, together with
all the places in the Theatre above set apart for
fresbmens.
The advantages of this saloon exceed, perhaps,
ly extensive to have attached Restaurant, Bill
lard rooms, &c &c. The great saloon is access-
bic not only to the audience Of the Theatre, but
also from the street, during the day as well as the
evening.
Applications (post paid) can be addressed to
The Proprietors Of the National Hall, )" at the
Republic Office, Washington city
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
FOR CALIFORNIA.
UNITED STATES MAIL SAMSHlP
COMPANY-TH ROUGH PASSAGE TO
C9I ICORkJ4

TrHE public will he gratfed to learn that the
United States Mail Steamship Company are en-
abled TO announce that their arrangements are now
complete for sending passengers through from
New York to San Francisco and back.
~ the first attempts Of this Company TO meet
the wants Of travel To California, by providing
slips on the Pacific, IN connection with their
ships FROM New York to Chngres, they were pre-
vailed upon at the urgent solicitation OF the great
number then DESTROYS to 20 out, TO sell tickets for
through passages from Panama IN advance, for
their ships then gong round This was done
from desire to accommodate those who could
procure passages in no other quarter, and by
which, whatever might he the detention, they
would reach san Francisco sooner than by any
other line. Unforeseen difficulties, and the preva-
lence or fever at Rio de Janeiro at the time, pre-
vented their SHIPS from reaching Panama soon
"a anticipated, and caused detention at the 18TH
mus, which was increased by the mpatence OF
passengers in going forward, against the advice
of the Company, at an earlier day than the ship
could possibly reach Panama.
These Interruptions arc now all removed
Thre, Of the four ships Of the Company, intended
for the Pacific service, have arrived at Panama,
and several Of them have performed trips to San
Francisco and back So that the Company are
nov able to give the public the assurance that the
voyage through from New York 10 San Fran
cisco, will he performed with regularity and des-
patch
lneT ldClnC l1lncs lIoll W odu
cisco, consists Of the
REPUBLIC, Capt. HUDsoN.
ITHMUS, Capt. HncHcocK.
COLUMBUS, Capt. PEcx.
ANTELOPE, Capt. AcxLET.
Their Atlantic and Gulf Line, from New York
to Chagres, Of the
GEORGIA, Capt. PORTER, U. s. ".
OHIO, Capt. ScHENcx, U. s. N.
FALCON, Copt. HARTsrEIs, U. 8. N.
The connection between the two lines will De
carefully and regularly kept up so that no delay
beyond the usual stay Of the ship in port at Pana-
ma, will arise.
The large size, well known speed, and superior
accommodations Of their New YORK ana Cn Dei,s
ships Of their Pacific Line, offer the most certain,
rapid and pleasant through passage 70 GsSornla
Cor Warren and West SITS, New York
Aug Is
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27

NS1 LILLIAN TUCKER, .Msrehpu Tailor
w LANE 1ucEER's building, Pennsylvania
avenue, between Four-and- half and Sixth streets
respectfully calls the attention of members Of
Congress, strangers, and the public generally, TO
his large aud well-selected stock OF cloths, cass-
mrres, aud vestings, all OF which he is prepared
to execute in hIs usual elegant style. ! shall have
IN the course o. two weeks some more Of those
fine, rich, and superior over garments which have
been so much admired for their style, quality and
comfort +; and being determined 10 do business on
the cash principle, my motto is small profits and
quick returns
n. b. All kinds Of military garments made in
the best manner, according 10 the late regulations.
Wanted two or three good coat hands none
on the best workman need apply. NCy.22-3ts
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
LIE OF JOuN RANDOLpu

| ID. Appleton d. Co., 200 Broad,oay Nerc Yorl
Have now ready the fourth edition.
7 IFE OF JOHN RANDOLPH OF ROANOKE
IL BY Hugh A. Garland. Two volumes limo.
Portraits; 50 So
{" Mr.. Garland has given us a dsguerrec'ype Of
a character more eccentric and variable than IRA
nus itself, and withal two volumes Of exceedingl,
choice historical reading. ~ RspubHc.
The biography Of Randolph has greater charm
than the most exciting fiction. "-Charitsion Ne
curry
been desired. Mr.. Garland has furnished an ex
tremely readable book; the two volumes not only
contain the history Of his fe and analysis Of hi'
character, but an interesting account of the poll.
tics and the public men Of the day. ~ Crescent.
" Since Kennedy's life Of William WHIT, we
have had no biography, certainly no American b-
ography, which will at all compare m interest with
this work. IL must be read by multitudes with in
tense interest. - ySacark Daily .9dreriiser
" Mr.. Garland has made good use Of his mate
rial, and has given a striking and accurate por
trature Of the erratic and brilliant subject Of his
pen. "-l.Ntio Orleans Della
This book fills a blank in the biographical no.
tees Of distinguished Americans. The two VOL
umes gives a faithful account Of his whole ca
reer, analysis Of his celebrated speeches, &c I"
Philadelphia Enqtirer.a
cas- a biography, it is marked by directness
and unity Of purpose, and by comprehensiv
and variety Of manner ~ Boston Post.
cit is one Of the most interesting American BIZ
ographies with which we are acquainted. ~ EUs
ming Post.
" he work is written in an easy and beautiful
style, and is replete with striking passages. The
author is intimately acquainted with American
literature, and the great men who, at different
times, have played a distinguished part in the
drama Of the Republic. II forms a valuable eddi
ton to our national history. democratic R'visio
March III tw-w
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
BOUNTY LAND,
DRosPECTUs or ME CUBAN LIBERIA

PROSPECTUS OF THE CUBAN LIBERIA
/ TOR, neat Book Of 300 octave pages, illus
trated with engravngs. Price 81, payable inva
riably when subscribing, TO enable the author to
have it done in the finest style of the Arts.
Editors who copy this, and postmasters who
will frank remittances, are authorized to act al
agents for the work, and retain 25 per cent com
mission. Confident of the most liberal support in
this enterprise, shall endeavor to merit IT, and
close hasty penned Prospectus upon the noun
tain waves of the Ocean, as well as the draughts
for steel plates req, .s..:Hg the author before the
" Inquisaters, ana American Ladies and Gentle
men in Havana, throwing bags of gold as an of
American Consul. EDWARD STIFF,
Author Of "The Texan Emigrant," and late edi
o rof / he Cherokee Sentinel, " at Cedar Bluff
March a.
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A NEW SOUTHERN ENTERPRISE

ENCOURAGE HOME TALENT INDUSTRY!
THE ILLUSTRATED FAMILY FRIEND,
A new and elegant paper, published at Col
"a umbia, South Carolina, and Ediiedby s. A..
Goldman, solicits examination and challenges
comparison wi i any Northern paper.
II lsa large sheet, magnlhcenly printed upon
splendid paper, contains Original Tales, Sketches
News, Poetry, Agricultural Articles, and what
ever else that will interest an intelligent commu
nifty besides, four elegant Engravings each
week. Terms, 50 per annum address,
S. A. GOODMAN LYONS,
Columbia South Carolina. Nov. 81
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
GREAT ELECTORAL HESSiAN
STATE LOAN

of 6,725,000 Dollars.
"HIS Loan is guaranteed by the Government.
Il and contracted by the eminent Banking
House of Messrs. M. A. Won RoTHscHILD AND
Sons, in Frankfort-on the Maine. The following
capital Prizes must be gained, viz:
Ia Of 10000 Dollars 60 of 1000 Dollars
% " 200 60 " 1900 "
"a -, 900 100 =" 500 ''
60 5000 $50 /" 900 ''
&C., &c. The smallest Prize is SIS Dollars.
The next drawing takes place ire ocably on the
LIST Of June, 1851.
The price efthe Tickets is as y6ll0rs:
| ticket for Dollars tickets for 25 Dollars
80 /" 100 Is i" 900 "a
Remittances can be made in Bank Notes, Bills
or Drafts on Europe, &c. Each shareholder will
receive, free of expense, the Prospectus with full
particulars; and amer the drawing, the list Of the
successful numbers, which will also be published
in the leading journals. The Prizes viii be paid
in cash at Frankfort-on-th Maine, Paris, Lon
don, New York, or New Orleans
March l4.)
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
Southern Female Institute.

1'HE next session Of this Institution will com.
| mence on the first Monday in Oct. aid ends
on the last Friday in July.
FACULEY.
-Prof Mental and Moral Philosophy.
ID. Lee Powell, Prof. Mathematics.
Guilaume Richards DE Ringie, Prof. Language =
Robt. J. Morrison, Prof. Mat. Phil. and Chem
istry.
TERMS.
Board for ten months, Exclusive Of washing
$3.50.
Professor fees for entire academic course, per
session Of ten months, $40. Payable IN advance.
No deduction made except IN cases ofprotracted
illness.
Those who wish further information are re.
quested TO address
DIR. BEVERLEY WILLFORD,
President Board Of Trustees.
FredericksburC, We Sep. 22-tawt Is Oct
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
Beautiful Fancy Goods.

CtTRANGERS and citizens are called to view
- the varied and beautiful Fancy Goods, open
ing at Parker's Fancy Store, under the Natior al
Hotel. 1t is understood that by Friday the 18th
inst. the entire amount of his selections will be
ready for all who may be in search Of something
really extra for the approaching Holidays-for
particulars call at the store.
I@The display will be worth seeing and the
abundance free. PARKER'S
Fancy and Perfumery store, under National Hotel.
dec l6-6t-d
The southern press. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1850-1852, 1851-12-27
&. Il Il. L. KERRIsoN ~ co.
Direct Importers Of
L. n ID l. ~ N II -

" II T. u y ID IL : u " " IL -
In Charleston, South Carolina,
NoULD respectfully inform their friends, and
w those who purchase Dry-Goods in their
city, that they prepared, and offering a
very large and well assorted stock OF Foreign and
Domestic, Staple, and Fancy Dry Goods, selected
for and particularly adapted to the Southern trade.
Importing direct, they feel assured Of being able
TO sell goods as low ia Charleston, as they can be
bought in any other market in the United States.
They would call particular attention Ia Linen
Goods, Of every description; the make will be
found Of best finish, and perfectly free from any
sBlirftue Of cotton. Also TO their stock Of Dres
Goods, which will be found second 10 none in the
market.
Terms Cash, or city acceptances.
c. & +. l.. KERRISON, & co.
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Pacific Mall Steamship Company.-The only
Line for California and Oregon.

TsyIIE public informed that, under the new
i. arrangements Of tAis company, steamers in.
spected and improved 10y the Navy Department,
and carrying the United States mails, will con.
tinue to leave Panama and San Francisco on the
LIST and 18th days Of each month, unless detained
by unavoidable accident and will touch at Aca.
pulco, San Diego, and Monterey The follow.
ing steam packets belonging to the Pacific Mai
Steamship Company, one Of which will be al
ways in port at each end Of the route, are now in
IL pnrifc.
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S. GRIsWoLD e. CO

lSuceessCrS-to Daniel Pratt & Co..
y ESPECTFULLY informs the public that
III they are now manufacturing
COTTON GINS
at Prattsyille, Autauga county, Alabama.
Their arrangements for manufacturing are exten
sve and complete which will enable them to furn.
ish Gins to planters on the most favorable terms.
As to the superiority Of their Gins, they have on
ly to refer to the reputation which the manufsc-
ture and sale of over 10000 has acquired for them
throughout the entire cotton growing region.
From IS years experience, with every facility and
good wofkmen, they are confident that they will
he able to give satisfaction to all who may patron
ize them.
H5sTheir GINS warranted to perform well.
Engagements for Gins can be made with their
travelling agents, who will call on planters gene
rally or by letter directed to Prauville, Autaugs
county, Alabama.
A supply OF Gins always on hand with Comp.
bell 4 Co Mobile, and n. Kendall, & Cutsr Co.
Nig Orleans.
s. GRIswoLD & Co