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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

o. Some of the Paris papers advise Spain to
end the controversy with the United States by
selling Cuba at once for round sum. The Press
in France is now the creature of the Government,
and does not venture to express opinions on I'M
portant questions of State without authority. It's
possible that the Emperor LOUIS has suggested to
Spain the very course which his journals publicly
recommend
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

JappAr-The last number of the Edinburgh Re.

| JApAN.-The last number of the Edinburgh Re
view-the periodical most closely Identified II
sentiment with the moderate liberals of Britain
has an elaborate article on the contemplated U
S. expedition to Japan. Soon after the annodnce
ment of the project, the leading London journals
declared themselves warmly in its favor; and the
more stately Review sistaiiis the decision in 6
spirit of candor and great trendliness to this coun
try The reviewer denies the right of any PEG,
pie to Withdraw from the comfy OF nations, and
contends that the United States will be justified
in going beyond the eXaction of indemnity toI
wrongs sustained, and compelling the japanese to
enter into the system of political and commercial
intercourse that obtains among the nations. He
rgues thus on the ground that the compulsory
s.clus;on of the japanese is wrong not only to
Il enselves but to tie civilized world.
In relation to Com. ferry's expedition, the wrl-
tel -emarks:
s-\ll human Prescriptions seem 10 Indicate that
if Co nmodoFe Perry's expedition is conducted IN
the s; me spirit prudence and courage which mas
hitherto presided over the warike operations CT
the United States Government, the hours of ia
panese seclusion are already numbered. We have,
however, the authority of English officers who
have served with distinction in those distant wa
tiers, for stating that they place wide difference
upon an attack upon Japan and any similar opera
ton which has been carried out either in China or
in any other district of the Indian seas. The ia
panese are proud and warlike race. They are
careless Of danger, and Indifferent to life When
one combatant falls another, will take his place,
and another, and another, as though the only
object of their assault was to exhaust the fire of
their enemies, and then overpower them by sheer
numbers. We can scarcely think, if Commodore
Perry should decide to advance into the interior
with the small force at his disposal, that the first
attempt will end in favor of the expedition The
army at Japan consists by the latest accounts, of
100000 foot soldiers, and $4,000 cavalry"
Their tactics, however, are greatly inferior to
our own, and their munitions are ofthe poorest de-
scription. Nevertheless, they are formidable
enemy compared with the Chinese.-Washington
Republic.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

"GrRLs. CONE Our WEST "-So writes Mr..
Allen Harper. from Andover, Henry county, ILL
nois, TO the New York Tribune He says that for
Young women who are not afraid to work there is
first rate chance in that region. If they desire
- become farmers, mechanics, or tradesmen's
wives, he says their wishes can be accomplished,
and if they prefer to remain single, they can earn
at houscwork or sewing 81 soto s. per week,
and receive the best treatment
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

lrs- 1t is said that Ex-senator BENTON will not
spend this winter in Washington, las heretofore
nounced. but will attend the session of the Mis-
souri, LEGISLATURE in order to complete the dscom-
future of his adversaries, and to pave the way Tor
his return TO the Senate. The veteran politician
has recently published characteristic letter de-
nouncing Flibustierism and other unlawful schemes
for acquiring the island Of Cuba.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

IMPORTANT FROM HAvANA.-All good citizens
will be gratiGed to learn that the Crescent City
difficulty has been amicably settled, and thus that
cause Of irritation removed which some folks have
seemed anxious to foment into an excuse for war
between the United States and Spain. The steam
er Isabel brought the intellgencer from Havana to
Charleston, on the Sd, and the telegraph reports it
as follows:
"The affidavit published by Purser Smith in
the New York papers, declaring his entire limo
cence of the charges brought against him by the
Cuban authorities of having sympathized with and
been medium of communication between the dis
affected Cubans and their confederates in New
York, having been received by the Captain Cen
eral, he has expressed his entire satisfaction with
it,and says that had such statement been prompt
ly made in answer to the charge, no difficulty
would have occurred in relation to the matter. lie
has accordingly given orders that the Present City
and Purser smith be allowed all the privileges of
the port, that they before possessed and that her
mails and passengers be landed as heretofore"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

CHEAP LIvlSe.-rhe following are the prices
Of eatables at Knoxville, Tennessee-it is a great
place for persons Of limited means and expensive
appstites :-"Corn Csc; Flour So per hundred
Oats l2c.; Beef, fresh q and Sc; Butter IL;
Chickens to 10; Turkeys 25 to Soc For Pork
holders are asking s., but few are engaging at the
price, expecting it to be had for less Green APP
pies 25c.; sweet and Irish potatoes 20 cents, and
abundant at these prices"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

SOUTH CAROLINA SENAToR.-The Telegraph
reports that the Legislature of South Carol ma has
elected Judge Josiah j. Evans United States
Senator from that State for the full term common
cling on the 4th of March next. when the period
for which Mr.. DeSaussure is elected will exp re.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08
AUSTRALIAN GoLD.-The'Philadelphia Bulletin

AUSTRALIAN GoLD.-The'PhIIadeIphia Bulletin
says
A few days ago deposit was made at the u
nited States Mint of gold from Australia,the first,
we believe, that has been received there. The
depositor was young man of this county, who
had been in California for two years, but was I'M
lucky and made nothing. Tempted by the reports
from Austria, he sailed for that country ard went
to the dggngs. In two months he succeeded, by
great good luck in getting about five thousand dol
lars worth of dust. With this 'brd in the hand''
he concluded to come home, and deposited por-
ton Of his earnings as we have stated. The gold
is superior in richness to that from California, be-
ing worth about two dollars more to the ounce.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

o. The alumni of the University of Virginia
have on foot project to raise by subscription
$4,000 for the purchase of Raphael's picture, the
"School of Athens" long letter on the subject
written by our townsman John l.. Peyton, esq,
while in Paris, has been published by committee
sc Tho lup,p;
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

Dc The Hon. ARCHIBALD Dixon, who was
elected by the Legislature vi kentucky to I'LL the
vacancy in the United States Senate occasoned
by the death of Mr. CLAY, will contest the seat OF
Mr.. MARRIwETHER, who now holds by appoint
ment from the Governor The ease is a new one,
and its decision by the Senate will form prece-
dent for the future.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

6,r The defectsin the U. S. steamer Princetou's
boilers have been remedied, and she made trial
trip from Norfolk to Hampton Roads on Tuesday
last, which gave general satisfaction. 1t is pre-
tunoi that she will now proceed on her mission
~ Japan in very few days.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08
NO. A Boston letter in the N. Y. Post says

Do- A Boston letter in the n. Y. Post says.
The subscription paper for monument and 9TH
er purposes of Mr.. Webster, is still circulating
understand that the twenty-five thousand dollars,
due on mortgage held by Mrs. Webster on
Mansfield. have been subscribed and received but
that the design of keeping Marshfeld, after pay
ment of all the debts, has been given up as i'm
practicable.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

GREAT DEPTH OF SNow.-The steamer North
erner arrived at Buffalo on Saturday, from aut St.
Marie, bringing the crews Of the vessels that belong
to the lake Superior vessels They report that the
snow about Ontonagon is from five to seven feet
deep. At the Saut ST. Marie it was foot deep.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

Co. The voters of Pittsylvania county have, by
very large majority, authorized the Court to sub
be $50, 600 Of stock in the Richmond and Dan
Vile Railroad
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

o. A drove Of hogs from Monroe County, pas
sed through this place on Saturday last the hist
of the season. The owners asked So hundred.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

90. The rumor respecting the death OF the Hon.
w. r. KING was incorrect. He arrived in Wash
ington on Sunday, in good health.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

0s- The freeholders of the city of Richmond
have voted in favor Of a subscription by their City
Council of $4,000 to the stock Of the Richmond
and Danville road.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

co- Lamp-wick, soaked for quarter OF an hor !,1
in vinegar, then dried before put into lamp, VIII
prevent the lamp from smoking
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

90 Boundary Difficulties seem to be prevalent
among some Of the older members ofthe American
Coniederacy. Virginia and Maryland are at log
gerhsads about their mutual limits, and communi-
cations have lately passed between the State Ex-
ecutiveS on the subject. A more serious trouble
seems to exist between Rhode Island and Massa-
chusetts, the boundary between which States was
thought to be settled Commissioners were ap-
pointed by each State, and these ran line, which
was marked by durable granite monuments, agree
able to instructions. The line was acceptable to
Rhode Island, but the Coalition party of Masssr-
chusetis took ground against it, AID directed the
removal of the monuments, which has been &C
cordingly done.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

o. The New Hampshire Legislature has re,
;e,ted bill to allow the banks TO issue small
1 o.es.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08

A CLERGYMAS.-Auo old and valuable subscriber,
has sent us certificate from one Of his Parishion-
ers, which he wishes published for the benefit Of
his neighbours, and the community at large. 1t
states on authority that needs no confirmation, the
particulars Of remarkable cure from Ayers
Cherry Pectoral, an article we have already taken
occasion to notice, and which we have reason to
believe is worth notice. This sufferer had been
reduced very low from the effects of Cold and
Cough, caused by over exertion at a fire, nearly
three years since. and from which it was evident
TO his friends that he was fast Fastening to pre-
mature grave. Many of the remedies of the day
and the advice Of eminent Physicians had all fail
cd to afford him relief when he was induced to try
the Cherry PectOral, which soon cured him. The
crowded state of our columns will not admit the
full particulars, but we earnestly invite the atten-
ton OF our readers to the advertisement In another
part of our paper Christian Chronicle
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08
Oa-The National Intelligencer expresses doub

which many others entertain:
As to those who are so distressed about the op-
preston of Cuba, and who are willing to peril
''ther lives, their fortunes, and their sacred hon
orr TO achieve Cuban independence, we must say
that we very much doubt whether they would feel
half this concern aud sympathy if the island Of
Tuba were as poor as Nantucket.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-12-08
The Central Railroad.

The late report of the Virginia Central Rail
road Company represents an encouraging exhibit
OF the present condition and future prospects Of the
work. The business of the road has been steadily
on the advance since the last annual meeting
The receipts for transportation within the yeal
ending Both September, 1852, amount to $l76,-
4S5 So, viz:
For Passengers Fare SOTO 0s
Freight 81, 740 81
Z" Transportation of Mail $3.50 OC
Express Freight 3lS II
Miscellaneous Receipts Is oG
$l76,4S5 60
This is an increase over the receipts of the pre-
ylous year of 2,6S4 05. The whole of the work
under charge OF this company on the east side of
the Blue Ridge is now completed, and the cars
run to the point OF connexon with the Blue Ridge
Railroad, which is under the direction of the
State.
The progress of the State work is such as to
justify the expectation that the greater portion east
of the Tunnel at Rockfsh Gap,may be opened du-
ring the next year, but the very great difficulties
OF construction at some points may cause further
ueiay. ne glaulng OIL the road between Naynes-
borough and Stanton, is now nearly completed,
and steps are about to be taken to bring it into OPP
Grafton early next summer, when it is to be hoped
that there Will he but short portage intervening
across the mountain to form a connexion with the
road on the east side.
The grading and masonry Of twenty miles of
the road west of Staunton put under contract last
year, are to be finished on the first day of July,
1858. Since the date of the report, within few
weeks past, eighteen miles further west have been
let out to contractors.
1t appears from the estimate of the Treasurer
that the net profits of the year are ST., 1902 "a
nearly six per cent. on the capital employed. The
profits, however,will be expended in the purchase
of new locomotives, cars, &c., necessary for the
extended operations Of the road.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26
Tribute of Respect.

At called meeting of the 'Bcll Team" Hos
Company for the purpose of burying their deceas
Cd fellow fireman, Bro. George Feay, it was
Re0lred. That whereas it has pleased an All
wise Providence 10 take from our midst in the pIim
Of his life and acme of his promise, our late com
i'de, and feeling constrained TO bow TO that will
which ''ioeth all things WE'LL we can but hop
that he has gone TO better sphere, where no car
known and, therefore,
Rss9ired, That in his demise, we deeply sympa
uSe with the numerous friends of the departed
anu hereby seek 10 express onr most heartfelt re
get for his early death; and further,
:, Rssoirei, That L. d. McLain, d. Maclane, and J
u. Phillips be appointed committee to present
copy of these resolutions to the family of the de
ceased, and that they procure their publication.
WHEELING, Oct. "a, 1852.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26
TO NIGHT!

The Grand ScoTT, GRAHAM ant
WILEY meeting heretofore adver
used, will take place to night, il
iront of the Court House. ~
Gen. LESLIE COMBS, of Keu
lucky, and 9th cr distinguished
speakers. will address the meeting
Assemble at the
ROAR OF THE CANNON. +
f one more fire, and the day is ours"
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26


TRIBUTE To Mr.. WEBsrER.-In the county cour
yesterday NJ. c. Good, Esq, Attorney for the com
mouwealth, in his usually impressive and eloquen
manner brought to the notice of the court, the de
cease of the Hon. Daniel Webster, which had JUS
been announced by telegraph.
VIM Pitts, Esq, followed in appropriate remarks
alter which z. Jacob, Esq, arose and made tn,
following mot on:
News having just arrived by telegraph, announc
ing the death of the Hon. Daniel Webster, on,yes
enlay, at his residence in Mass, it il ordered tina
discount, in honor ofhis greatness and distinguish
edserAices to his country, forthwith stand adjourn
Cd till Tomorrow.
Whereupon, Judge Thompson, passing brie
Sateloquent eulogy upon the distinguished person
age deceased, directed the foregoing note of z. ia
cob, Esq, to be entered on record.
ALONZO LORING, Clerk.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

TnE sroSE Work of the northern abutment o
the creek bridge was commenced yesterday. TIL
southern one is considerably advanced. FAT.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

BADGES, admitting gentleman and two ladies,
era gentleman, wife and all members of his family
under 81 years of age TO the Fair, be procured
on the grounds to-day. Price one dollar.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

A SMALL boy who was engaged in driving cart
fell, in climbing to his seat, about noon to-day, OF
the wharf, in front of our Office. lie was consid
erably hurt. lr.T.r-.L-
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

The PRICE for single admission to the Fair
Aeentsi children under Ia years, half price.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

Enthusiastically, this city was fiied with
gloom on account of the death of Daniel Webster
The flags in the city were placed at half mast ant
all the bells were tolled for one hour. .s
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26
BIG RED BOOT,

I'M rccciyingfom Eastern Manufacturing
w Establishments, the largest aud best manufcc
ed assortment OF Boots and Shoes for Fall and Winter
wcar offered in this other market They have
becn ORDER according to our own direc
|ions and Intended expressly for retailing To cur
regular customers and all others who may aver US with
Shoes which equalin quality of material and
Workmanship TO those in this any part Of
THE United States Our stock will be found to consist in
part of the following scasonabe GOODS y, x
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

The EXHIBITION OF the Fair will open at IL o.
clock. Noadmission before that hour, except tt
Exhibitors or Committees, in order to allow tht
Managers time to arrange the stock and articles fol
exhibition.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

ANARRow Enthusiastically about l. o CLOCK
se roof of Mrs. McAdams Boarding house, in the
gar of our office, discovered to be on fire, bu
gthe prompt and energetic exertions of the print
Is in our office, the fire was extinguished before
Pieading to any extent, and only slightly damaging
The roof.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

SALE OF ISLAND Disqualification is directed &c
the sale of Lots in Zane's addition to the city o.
Wheeling, at . o'clock to-day. This is good OPP
portunity for persons to secure desirable and pleas
ant locations for reSilences.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26
New Fall Goods!

NliS morning We will commence opening Fall stock
OF Goods, among which may be found the following;
.zTsH g1 Tn.sHID1DRESS SILKS -.h &c. -s
Very rich Brocade Il Silks Plain black Gro Dc Rhine.
Black &c ood poal, De soie Fancy Colorel Glaze,
od & BLK Satin de Chine, Silk Tissues, Heavy aud rich
Madame lie Rossi ISrocades for fall wear - Z, -
entirely rev, Stewart flad SILKS III ell
Gro dc Antique tirciy new designs
French Muslin DeLaines Plain and Figured.
Mourning SILK and Woo, Mousln dc LANES.
French Chihtzcs, very beautiful. g
u Bombazines, Lupins make extra. sal '.--I ~
Our assortment OF Fall Shaws is unequacd for elegance
and variety consisting OF VA, t.-. ~ -.... =
Errninc fur Shawls, all colora. rr
Thibet Palm Shawls, all colors. r L--'
Grape Shawis, at all prices, Embroidered and PLAIN
French Cashmere Shrwls. - ~ ~ -,Ilt ~ MACY
Bay State and French Plaid shavls - - iia7s-s' Ell
.s.rl TRIMMINGS, EDIBROlDERIES, &c.
Embroidered Flouncing in Swiss and Jaconet Mrslina
Jaconet and Swiss Edgings and 1Dscrtings.
Rich Trimmings in great variety, Tor dresses,
Trimming Buttons, in new designs.
Filnges and Laces in every width
Wide Black and colored Velvet Ribbons. '-5 .-'A
Narrow SO {. do for Trimming. p "
Trimming Ribbons entirely new style.
scpt3 - '"t' ''Ah'at o. w. HE1SKELL q Co.,
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

We WERE very much grntifed. yesterday, b,
being permitted to take peep at some beautiful
specimens of Granting. executed by &Ir. Camm Of
North Wheeling, and intended for the fair. He
seems determined to bear off the prize, if beauty
Of execution a nd design will do it.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26
% MAGNIEIGENI.s IS,t:hA tOR .sJ2
ol77 DRY GOoDS. no O g
81 HiNsWM.aiT IT, Sci BY. els.rz,,4

lAoS~ iS1thA OS .sJ@
! 4 Ola Z DRY GOODS. no q
g4i sWM..aT. SELBY. laazal
NT oNRoE s STREET. Wheeling va is now Receiving
Nlhs stock OF Fall and Winter Goods for Jobbng o.
aud from the best OF our
country carefully selected expressly for the e. y = ]
~ s.i1ili.s!7 EJoBBlNG TRADE. '.aHsEan 1iesT
or the hest fabrics designs and colors TO which he
solicits examination from his old customers
|lud Country Merchants. ~ T. ts
CLOTHS stock consists In part OF the best makers,
q .he usual variety Of eolots both Foreign and
black and doeskn, VOL as or
great variety OF the choicest fancy eolors. {sfi
Blue, Steel mixed, fancy Green and
browns, &c.uh very full and complete stodk also
Twesds and CT. Jeans sIssaJ
OVER CQATlNGSOfc olored blankets, pilot and beaver
cloths and other such goods in variety. aIfiIi
PRINTSA very large stock OF the best maker OF FAST
madden colOrs! Az well az the most common kind
OF low priced prints for comforts, &c. .-II
DRESS GOO QStiinghans, mouse dc llns, cnb' d uste
iylain and fg'd black alpacas, well as of colors
WHITE GOODS-An extensive stock OF cambria figured
10 and plain jaconcts, Swiss and Scotch mills. In
Ola, book, thread and cotton laces, edgings etc,
in variety, also Irish linens. va '1' r. ''H-'- 10
Boya and velvet and cloth caps
q. also Mexican hats, most desirable lot -
la IN bbons, hoSjcry, umbrellas, brown and
hlcachel mgslns shItin checks, ,IieAng &c
Motions OF all SORTS dsunl wantsdi and ctogcth.
Acr Tcclwell ASSN ed any stock isso complete that
wlenit is examined and the prices told 1t Will be
,;ound in I'll respects, >, pei haps superior To any
auroi." f1ef'5l fftt7s9 90 a7Tsfa w. T. SEIBY.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

EOLp KEyrucK."-We have the assurance from
Grs. LESLIE CoMrs himself, that he will be here
All address the people tonight. Prepare fol
something which Major Jack Downing calls .'ralt
rsreshing," for Gen. COINS is one OF the ableS
nd most distinguished of Kentucky's sons, and .
lost eloquent speaker.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

Tur FUNERAL of Mr.. Feay, member of the ''Rell
Team Hose company, was attended by very large
,oneourse of tiremen and citizens, The fremer
,eeompanied the hearse through Fulton, and then
oDepinr into lines, the hearse and carriages passed
bstweeu them, on their way to a buying ground in
The country. The Hope, Rough and Ready, and Isl
Wheeling Hose cos joined in the procession with
the company of which the deceased was member
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1852-10-26

90 - ' New YoRK, Oct. "a.
In this city the flags on the City Hall and prin-
cipal Hotels are at half mast.
AT Boston gloom is over the whole community
AT 81 O'Clock l00minute guns We're fired on the
Commons and the bells of the city were tollng fol
IN hour. The flags at the W bster Club room are
dressed in mourning, with the motto, 'Men die bul
principles live ILL