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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
TEMPERANCE MEETING.

Sons of Temperance, the Rev d. FRANCES SpaIoG
has consented to deliver Address on Tempe.
rance, in the Lutheran Church. on Friday even.
ing the 2Sth inst. The public are invited to at.
tend, and from the reputed character Of this gen.
tleman as lecturer on the subject of Temperance
we can promise them rich treat
We, hereby most cordially invite the members
Of the neighboring divisions to participate with
us on the occasion. The members of the Order
will meet at the usual place of meeting todd Fell
lows Iiall) at 8 - O'clock
The services of the Ccciian Band have been Sc
cured for the occasion.
CIV. SwART2
w. H. MATHEWS. { '"Nn' ~pfa"y'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
FAMILY GROCERIES,,

NEW crop n. Q. Sugar-Loaf. Crushed,
~ Pulverized and Clarified do, Java. Rio
and Laguira Coffee; extra Green and Black
Teas English Dairy and Western Reserve
Cheese; Mackerel in Kits; Picked Salmon
in do; Raisins and Oranges; Tanly Cur.
rants; Soda and Water Crackers Glades
Butter; Pennsylvania Buckwheat Flour.
Dec. "a RIDDLE 8. BRO.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
EPICUREANs, LOOK AT THIS!
OYSTERS.

ITALY receiving, Fresh Oysters, which
II will be served up in any style desired
fried, stewed, roasted, baked, &c. Ladies and
gentlemen served alta moments noiice. Fam
lilies supplied. when desired A separate Room
provided for the Ladies.
September TO- 1850 G. RAENHAL.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
BENZ. s. LYETH

BENZ. s. LYETH
ID RESPECTFULLY informs the public that
IL he continues TO keep ON hand every yari-
ETY. and description of
Tobacco, Snuff and Segars.
which he will sell very cheap, wholesale and
retail. Those in want Of good Tobacco, Snuff
or Segars. can always find the articls at his es.
adjustment. on Queen Street, one door North
of Burns Store.
In returning his thanks for past favors, he
would respectfully solci. continuance ofthe
same from the citizens of Martnsburg and
Berkeley County.
Martinsburg, Nov. 5, 1850.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
GROCERIES,.

Sugar Coffee. Molasses and Spices ofall kinds.
SEG.4RS MID TOBiCCO.
JEJFELRY--a fine assortment; TOYS-a
great variety; together with every article in
his line, all Of which will be sold upon the
most accommodating tptns.
Ma::insburg. December 8. 1850.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
BOUNTY LAND.

HNHE Bill granting Bounty Land to theSoldiers
engaged in the War Of isl2-'i3 and IA, 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 enti-
tied. NORMAN MILLER.
Martinsburg Va Oct l. 1880
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25

r INDSEYS, Homemade Flannel and Tweed Cas-
i 4 sinner, Jobe make, for sale cheap. Also, Sat
tinetts HIRAM BOWEN.
October s, 1850.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25

VIRGINIA AT Rules held in the Clerks ofice
Of the Circuit Court Of Berkeley County. on the
81 day Of February, 1851,
Richard Bodine sg
ogaiast
David epeck, Aimr with the will annexed Of John
stephens decd, and John William Stephens and
George W Stephens, deyisecs OF John stephens,
decd DIS.
III tHAMuEgy.
1--WE object OF this suit is to recover certain
| debts due the plaintiff BY testator, and TO
subject to sale his real estate for the payment of
the whole or such part of said debts as may not
be made from the personal assets.
And it appearing on affidavit filed in this suit,
that the defendants, John William stephens and
George w Stephens arc not residcntsoftlfis State,
they are hereby required to appear, within one
month after due publication Of this Order, and do
what is necessary to protect their interests in this
matter II is further ordered, that a copy hereof
be published, once week for four successive
weeks in any newspaper in the said County, and
posted ut the front door OF the Courthouse there
Of, on the first day of the next County Court
Testc,
Feb 4. is5i--lm JOHN STR0THER, 9.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
Household and Kitchen Furniture,
COMMISSIONERS SALE
OF IA VALUABLE MILL and FARM


Df decree in the case of Ranson's Executors
ID against David Rosenberger, at the last term of
the Circuit Court, | am appointed a Special Com
missioner TO make sale of the we'll known MIL
AND FARM now held by David Rosenberger-
formerly held by Watson-about one mile from
Smithheld, containing about
$40 or $50 Acres of Land,
or OF SO much thereof as will satisfy all claims
upon the land. Accordingly, on Mondqu, he
10Th day Of March, being the FIRST dav of March
Court before the Court House, in Martinsburr I
shall offer the said property at public auction 10
the highest bidder-frst selling the Mill Srr41,
r,e,.. with about 100 heres thereto attach Ta;;
GIS ed-and if not sufficient to meet the Meiii
liens upon the estate, l shall then proceed, at
the same time and place, to sell the residue of the
tracts-or so much as may be found necessary.
j shall before the sale have the land divided by
the Surveyor of the County, and will exhibit on
the day of sale the platt of the same until this
division is made the precise quality in each lot
cannot be specifed-but as at present ADVISED the
Mill will be first sold, with the 100 Acres attached
The terms Of the Sale by the decree are--one.
third in cash, one-thrd in twelve months and one.
third in two years from the day of sale--the pur-
chaser securing the deferred payments by Trust
Deed on the premises. D. II. CONRAD,
Feb. II, ls5i--tds Spect Conn
BlS@Pree Press copy until day of sale
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
TOBACCO, SEGAR AND SNUFF STORE,

Washington, Dec II, 1850.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
UOUSE AND lot FOR RENT.

Il HAVE House situated on Martin 49,
IL Street, West of Queen Street, which E#iiii
may be occupied by one or two ia miles, Ml!ll
as circumstances may require, which | will
rent either in part, or whole, between TIE pres
ent time and next. spring. Possession to be
given the first OF April.
ROBERT GREGORY.
Nov Ok ISSn tr
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
OYSTERS AND FRESH FISH,

ssuuyssse WE expect to receive Fresh
E~,A9Flsh, and Oysters in the Shell
and ia Cans, once or twice
every week during the season.
Dec. 10 W. II. g. J. MATTHEW'S.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
OREM. HOPKINS 4 ROSE.

IMPORTERS AND JoBBERs OF
Cloths, Cassimeres Vestiags, Trimmings and Goods
Geaerlly adapted 10 MEMS H'er,
HAVE TAKEN WAREHOUSE
No. 23S Baltimore street,
-four doors West Of Charles ST.
BALTIMORE, MD,
INOR the purpose Of conducting the above bust
Il ness in all its branches. They will be able to
show as large and desirable a stock of goods. in
their line, can be found in the United States
Feb. a, lS5l--2m.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
SHERIFF'S SALE.

MILL be sold for cash, to the highest
w bidder, on Tuesday the 25th Of the pres
eht month, (February) at the residence Of r
b. kownslar, on Mill Creek, Berkeley Co.,
Va, the following
p r 0 p + RTY,
to wit:
! Spring Wagon Wagon and Plough Gears !;
5.'fich Co,cs; 6 head Of Stock Cattle
25.tiae blooded Sheep
Some fine brood Sous and Pigs;
l Cart; Wheat Fan; SO barrels of Corn !;
A general assortment of
Household and Kitchen Furniture,
consisting OF Beds. Chairs, Tables, Carpets,
and together with all the Personal Property
now IN the possession of the said X. B.
kownslar, levied on TO satisfy executions
and taxes in my hands against him.
J. VAN DOREN. JR..
Deputy for Daniel Bmktart, s. d. c.
Feb Is, lS5l--ts.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25

n EMONS.--A fine lot of Lemons, just re-
Il ceived and for sale low by
Dec. 10 GEO. RAENHAL.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
NOTICE..

4 Ii persons are hereby forewarncd from cut
"A ting or hauling timber off the land purchased
by me of Thomas Russell, including all the land
lately entered as vacant by Everhart and Riner,
under the penalty provided by law. And all those
who hare cut and hagied timber off said land, are
notified that unless amends are very soon made
the law will be rigidly enforced.
Jan 2S, 1S5l--tf JACOB STUCKEY, JR.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
coMEH0TIoMAAY
AND
GROCERY STORE.
August T'.,eopl,il,

1.-TWO doors South OF the Berkeley House.
Il would respectfully inform his patrons and
friends, and The public generally. that he is
prepared to serve them in his business. He
invites attention 10 the fresh supply jus,receiv-
ed GO beconslan,ly keptup) consisting in part
al follows:
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
Browns Essence of Jamaica
Ginger.

A VALUABLE Family Medicine. recon-
IA mended as a superior stimulating Tonic,
nd in eases of Dyspepsia, Gout, Rhuema-
,sm and affections ola similar nature il may
be used with great eifect;--and to the inebri-
Use, who wishes to reform, but whose stomach
at constantly cravingthe nocious liquor. u is
invaluable. For sale by w. DORSEY,
Nov. &c Druggist.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
Drtivs and Medicines,

which have been selected with great care; and
they are able TO offer 10 physi SINS and others
fresh and genuine article upon as moderate
profits as can be procured in any Of the East
crn Cltes. Besides full assortment OF Drugs
and Medicines, they have constantly on hand
the following athletes -
Cologne Water; Beef AIarrpw Bears OIL;
Gen. Twlggs' Hair Dye; Lilly White;
Eau Lustrel Hair Restorative; Shaving Cream
soap all kinds; Tooth Powders
Tooth Paste; Combs, a large assortment;
Port Mofnias Pocket Books Cigar Cases,
Wallets and Purses fancy Letter Weights
Fine ard common Work Boxes Tooth brushes
Gold and Silver Pencils Gold aud Steel Pens;
Hair, Hat and Nail Brushes Inks Of all kinds !;
Perfumery of all kinds; Extract Of Lemon
Extract ofVanilla Vanilla Beans; Gelifinc
Hecker's farina Iceland Moss Irish do.
lDecemher II fSSo
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
TRUSTEES SALE
BOOTS, SHOES, HATS, CAPS, &c.

10y virtue of Deed of Trust executed to me-
I'D the undersigned, by Ephraim G. AlbuItis for
The benefit Of Allen c. Hammond, William I Sci
bert, and Others and bearing date the 9th day OF
January, 1851 and duly recorded, viii offer for
sale at public auction, to the highest bidder for
cash, at the store house recently occupied by the
said Ephraim G. Alburtis, on Queen street, in
Martinsburg
On Monday the 18TH instant,
large stock of Mems and Boys fine and coarse
Boots and Shoes, Ladies' and children's Shoes of
every description, Hats, Caps, Gum 0ver-Shoes,
Ladies' Worsted Walking Coats, &c,
Country Merchants and others dealing in these
articles, can if they wish, have any oftbem put up
in lots. varying in size and quality to suit heir
customers. The stock is almost entirely new, and
in fine condition. There will also be offered at
The same time, quantity of shelving and glass
cases and other fixtures The above goods may
be seen previous to the day of sale, by calling up
on the undersigned,
Hours of sale from II o'clock, A. NJ, to o'clock
r NJ and also at night, and will be continued
from day to day.
Eky>No goods to be removed until the terms Of
sale are strictly complied with.
JOHN +. NORRIS,
Feb. l.. lS5l---ts. qrustce Of H. g. Al5urtis
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25

r ONDON LOOSE WRAPPERS new
NJ and splendid style Of Over Coaisoflhela-
est fashion just opened and for sale by
Nov. &c IF. CUNNINGHAM s. co.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
A CARD.
CHARLES l.. DREBING,

ROPE MANUFACTURER,
.nrtinsbrg, Berkeley County, Tirginia.
INVITES the attention OF Merchants. Far
il mers, Millers and others, to his stock of
ROPES. comprisinga general assortment Of
Coil Rope, Bed Cords, Plough Lines, Mason
Lines, Halcrs, Blocking 1scine. Broom
Itciae, Sc, &c.; NIL and Machine
Ropes manufactured TO order.
oo-Punctual attention will be paid to all or
ders received. Jan.7, lS5l--ly
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
PUBLIC SALE.

TINE subscriber will offer at public sale, one
/ mile East of Honeywood Mills BERKELEY Co,
Va, on Thursday, he 27fA day Of February, 1851,
the following
PERSONAL PROPERTY.
I head Of Horses, as Hogs rs Sheep
II head Of Cattle and Mich Cons.
! nelo Wagon 500 bushels Of Corn,
65 AcreS of Wheat Bacon and Lard
FARMING IMPLEMENTS. &c,
ALSO
Household and Kitchen Furniture.
Terms A credit of six months win be given on
all sums over S., the purchasers giving note with
approved security all sums of SIS and under the
cash win be required
Bk3S~No property to be removed until the above
conditions are complied with.
GEORGE w. HAMMOND
Feb. II, lS5l--3w%
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
SELLING OFF! SELLING Off!


YTNHE subscribers having determined to remove
their
LARGE STOCK OF GOODS,
at greatly reduced prices.
For the Ladies IN eedle- Worked Collars, Swiss
and Cambria Edgings and lnsertings; common
Cotton and Thread do; Linen, Cambria Hdkfs and
n splendid assortment Of Ribbons Merinos Thi-
bet Cloth, Polka, Chinize and plain NJ de LANES
Alpaccas and Calcoes, plain striped and barred
Swiss and Jaconet Mnsns; Cotton, Worsted and
Silk Hosiery and Gloves; iSHAWLS at cost and
less than cost, with many other articles that are
new and pretty and will be sold very cheap.
supply Yourselves Now,
opportunity is offered that rarely occurs.
Gemiemen's Wear Black, Blue and Invisible
Green Cloths, at price that shall be satisfactory
TO all large stock OF Cassimers Cassinets plain
and fancy Silk and Satin Vcstings fancy and black
Italian Crayats, Neck-ties, Pongee and Bandanna
lldkfs, Suspenders, Gloves, Hosiery Also a gen
eral assortment of Domestic Goods consisting in
part of Linscys, Cotton and Wooden Fannels of all
colors, bleached and brown Muslns, Osnaburgs n
and yard wide, very low by the piece Table Cloths
Linen Table Diaper, Checks, Furniture Plaids
Tckings Blankets, less than cost by the pair to
gether with a large quantity of
Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps, Hardicare,
Groceries, Queensware,
without regard to cost. Being determined to close
Bargains may be expected
Eely"Country Merchants supplied on liberal
terms. s. g. T. S. NlXD0RFF,
Feb Is, 1851. Opposite The Market House
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
FRESiI RAISINs.

lust received, a very superior lot of select.
80 ed Bunch Rasins in whole, halfand quar-
ter boxes, or by the pound. and for sale By
Jan. Ia VIM. DORSEY, Druggist.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
Commercial RECORD.
CONNECTED WEEKLY BIT

ron rHs wssR xsDiss FEBRUARY 70, IS51
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
A i W DRUG STORE.
manassas 4 u,u,v

HARRISON 4 HlMMx
HMkE pleasure in announcing TO the pub.
u lie that they have finished opening their
large and general assortment of
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
FURS! EURS!! FIRST,

M E wish TO buy all kinds of Furs, such
w as Otter, Muskra,, Raccoon, Red and
Grey Fox, Mink aad Rabbit, for which we
will give the highest price in cash.
Jan. w. III &. i .MATHEH-S
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
COMPREHENSIVE.

Cakes Of al SORTS. with which parties can al
ways be supplied atihe shortest notice Can
dies OF every description, OF his own manuiac-
iure Fruits and Nuts Raisins (by the box, }
Figs. Cilron. Oranges, Lemons, Curfants &c. j;
Fine and Common Liquoflce; supply OF
French and Fancy Confectionery soon to be
opened; also Crackers, &c. Allkinds of Pick
les and pepper-Sauce; dLB, CIDER and
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
no COUNTRY MERCHANTS
JELLIES AND NIINCE- PIES.

JELEIEC IND WTNUE-TI1Ss
WYE have on hand an excellent and fresh
w article Of Irish and Iceland Moss, 10
make, and the concentrated extracts Of Vanilla
and Lemon, 10 favorjelies, custards. etc. Al
so, Raisins, Ci,ron and Currants, for mince-
pies. Cranberres, very fine article.
Dec IL HARRISON & HAAI.uE.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
AT COST,

MY stock of Mouselins, Cashmeres, Lilo
4vA neese Cloths. Cohurg Cloths, Ribbons,
Dress Trimmings and Winter Shawls, will be
sold at prime cost, by the yard or piece.
Dec, 81 JNO. RI. iJKENS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
OYSTERS! OYsTERS!!

fNHE undersigned begs leave to inform the
Il public, that he will receive daily through
nnI the season
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
CANDIES AND FIGS.

4 FRESH lotot Candy jus, received, con
N sisting of Horehound, Lemon, Mint, Su-
gar Kisses, Flaxseed, Cream, Lemon Drops
Glove, and Cough Candy. Also, fresh Figs
For sale by w. DORSEY,
October % Druggist
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
NOTICE.
CLERK WANTED,

I WANT to employ Young Man acquainted
i with the Mercantile Business, who is capable
OF taking charge of sett of Books kept by Double
Entry None need apply unless he can give salts.
factory recommendations. liberal salary will
be given. JOHN w BOYD.
Feb IL, 1851
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
l DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN,

TNHlS Gun has been tried, and is known 10
u be fine fowling piece--for wing-shoot-
ing it is very superior. II is worth $50. but
having no use for il, will sellit for $50 cash
Jan. Ia VIM. DORSEY. Druggist.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
FRESH CANDIES,

A NEW and fresh supply ofCandies, of
N every description, just receivedby
Sept. 3 GEO. FUSS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25

TANDIES, &c.-A fresh supply ofall kinds
~ Of Candy and Candy (Children's) Toys
Also, Raisins, Figs. Prunes. Ci,ron. and all
kinds of Nuts--just received andfor sale by
Dec. 10 GEO. RAENHAL.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
SETTLE UP!

NE respectfully request all our customers
w who are indebted 10 us, to call and set
tie their accounts, as ii will save us the trouble
of sending collector TO call upon them.
Jan. IA RIDDLE & BRO.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25

Riddle a Brother.
BALTrmo II PRICES CUR n E Il
yoG THs WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY q, 1851.

Reps,fed 6g Randolph Il Lasimer, s2 South Street
coRN.--sales ofwhite at IS to 81 cts, Yellow
at 50 to 81 cts.
FLOUR--very duli,a sales Of both Howard ST.
and City Mills have been made at s4,4374. Some
holders are asking $3.50
WHEAT-saIes Of inferier TO good rs to 90 cents
good to prime 80 to 100 cts, family -four white to
ITO to lis cts
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25

DOETICAL WoRKS.-Byron. Pope.
IL Moore and Scot's Poetieal Works; Life
and Beauties of Shakespeare--for sale by
Jan. 81 RIDDLE s. BRO.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-02-25
FRESH OYSTERS.

which will be served up al moments notice
in any sty lie desired. separate Room has
been provided for the Ladies. He will also
sell cheap by the can. GEO. FUSS.
Navnm her 10
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1851-03-22
MONDAY, MARCH 3, 1851.


which am 10th to believe they would use-f there Is such
determination and they will it. for one think of
the utmost Importance that great connected with the
operations and continuance OF the Of
be adopted Notwithstanding the pain
which should feel in being obliged submit to the action Of
minority, intending to defeat the will Of maority- such
is the avowed purpose will myself for the laying this
bill upon the table hope there will be such purpose.
trust that shall take up the bill and upon and
implorc its friends, they desire pass it, to say not one
word, but come to the vote upon it.
Mr.. HUNTER Mr. President hope the Senate will
not agree the motion Of the honorable Senator from Ken
lucky is obvious, from the past history Of this BILL that
is impossible be taken up and disposed Of without de-
bate. Il forced upon Saturday, at the imminent
peril and hazard of the appropriation bills and if il is
be called up for shall despair Of passing the general ap
preparation bills at this session. Nor, s it unfair in the mi
nory the honorable Senator from Kentucky sup
pose, if they should oppose this bill and propose proper
amendments and speak them. The Senate will bear
witness that upon this question have said nothing. Al
though opposed to the BILL have participated in the de-
bate for anxious to get up the general appropriation
bills which pressing upon But it is not surprising
and not contrary the genius Of our institutions that the
minority should feel that il right take up such
bill as this. II not the commencement Of a system il is
the Of old long since abandoned,
TO great degree Abandoned and to force through under
the pressure Of the general appropriation bills which
then behind hand il deemed the policy Of the friends Of
the bill TO place the minority in position in which they either
must be liable to be charged with the defeat Of these appro
paton bills be obliged take that which they had
rous objection without opportunity to propose
amendment, without utterng word in relation to it.
Now, sir submit whether il is fair, if there be majority,
for them take up under such circumstances just the
close Of the session Why, sir believe expended
thing like week in debating the question Of the reference Of
the Presidents message to the Judiciary Committee. One
or two days Of that time would have suced pass the river
and harbor bill two days Of that time would have su
need to pass Of the general appropriation bills which
were pressing upon IT. under these circumstances, this
Oil 70 De pressed at this time, see no other resource but
that the general appropriation bills will fall and we shall have
to be called together session. supply the
pressing wants Of Government IF that should happen SIR
the responsibility will rest with the friends Of this Admnsr-
ton for the Finance Committee reported back those bills
in little time possible to have examined them