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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

The Springfield Post describes new in
provement Of the rife recently made by Mr..
Ebenezer Kellogg, ofthat city, as follows :
"One of the most striking features is it is
loaded with patched ball, the same as an
ordinary rifle, thereby obviating the evil of
loading the barrel, as is the ease with other
repeating rifles. 1t can be discharged a
hundred times in rapid succession, without
the least danger Of heating the barrel so as
to create premature discharge.
The under part of the stock is attached
to the barrel by a hinge, and by disengaging
catch at the top OF the stock, the butt falls
down, and steel chambcr( with a number of
which the gun is snpplied) is slipped into
the butt of the barrel which is counterbored
to receive it. The barrel contains but one
charge at time. so the danger of connec-
ting pin is done away with. The construc-
ton of the lock is simple, consequently dura,
bic, and concealed in the stock, and is proof
against dampness.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
ruE YouaG DEMOCRACY.

Some Of the politicians Of the Democrats
stripe who wear spcctacles on their noses and
crow-feet around their eyes, begin to feel con-
siderable anxiety in relation to what the par
ty means By the Young Democracy" If
the "0ld Fogies" are to be cast aside, and
none Blu, young Democrats are to be recipi-
cnts hereafter IF popular favor, they very
naturally wish to know whether they belong
to the Young or the sod" faction We
hope that the National Convention, towards
which so many young Democrats and Old
Fogies are looking forward with much hope
fulness, will have room On its platform for
definite ms which will settle the perplexed
questions as to what portion Of the party GER
tain gentlemen belong.
Mr.. Smith made speech in Congress a
few days ago, in which when asked as to
whom be considered as belonging to Young
America," he replied "all men ever twenty
and under sixty years Of age. There are
raiy Democrats who are willing to adopt the
definition Of Mr Smith, while there are many
Others who ragard sixty years as too old for
politician. The argument of the Progress
sive Democracy" we take to be something like
this: When man begins to descend the hill
Of life. be gets hardened both in his bones and
his sentiments. As every thing goes ahead
while these old cocks stand still, they are
speedily left behind, and cannot understand
what is required by the public sentiment -
They become fossil remains of past epoch,
and may do well enough to set up in show
eases in museums, but are of no practical use.
They ought, therefore to be thrust aside, and
young Democrats, fresh and green in their
verdure. on whom is neither the blight Of age
nor of disappointment, whose heads are not
stripped or frosted by age. and who can chew,
see, smell, feel, and hear as kecnly as any
body else, ought to be placed in the front
ranks Of the country to do all the work re-
CURED from the Executive, legislative, and
judicial departments The Young Democ
racy" must be placed in all Offices and the
Old Fogies ought to be laid up in ordinary,
or die off and be laid by their weeping friends
in the grave. In some parts of India it is
said to be usual to take the ''Old Fogies'
and place them on the banks Of the sacred
river, and there leave them to die How
would this plan suit the ''l oung Democracy
OF course, the odd Fogics' have no right to
say what shall be done with themselves
The Young Democracy ought to .cmem
Der, however. in their dealings toward the
E"0ld Fogies, that they will become '0ld
Focies' too, in the course Of nature, and
that what they mete cut to the old folks will
be meted out to themselves, some of these
days Louisville Journal.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
WEDNESDAY. April IA. 1862.


Serate.-After the presentation of few
petitions, the bill to grant to the State of
Ohio the unsold and unappropriated public
lands remaining in that State, was taken up,
on motion. of Mr.. Chase. aud after explana-
ton it was ordered to he cngrossed.
Tie Senate then took up the French Spo-
iation bill, and Mr.. Fclch resumed the speech
against the bill commenced by him on Mon
day last.
House of Representatives.. The first bu-
siness before the House was tho resolution
submitted by Mr.. Brown yesterday, to print
the annual Report of the Committee on Pub
lie Printing, and tie amendment of Mr.. Flo
renee sending back the report Of the Commit
tee with instructions, in case of neglect. to
adycrtize for tenders TO complete the work
Mr. Brown addressed the house at much
length.
Mr.. Florence, of Pa, withdrew the resolu-
ton of yesterday, and moved as an amend
ment, bill establishing such Bureau, with
superintendent at $4,000 per annum.
Mr. Polk, of Tennessee, followed Mr.
Flosence, but getting into political disqui
sition, the course the debate had taken was
decided by the Speaker to be out of order.
He then moved ito lay the resolution and
amendment on the table, and called for the
previous question.
The yeas and nays were ordered but be-
fore they we're taken, the House, upon motion
of Mr. Marshall. of Ky, went into Committee
of the whole on the state Of the Union, and
took up the Homestead Bill.
Mr. Jenkens, Of n. Y, addressed the house
in opposition to the bill After which the
House adjourned
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
THURSDAY, April 10, 1852,


Senate-Mr Cooper presented the me-
mortal OF the Printers Union Of Philadelphia
praying a change in the mode of having exc
cuted the Congressional printing.
Also petitions praying modification of
the tariff
Mr. Mangum then addressed the Senate
for an hour or more in explanation Of the
reasons why be should support and did now
support the nomination of General Scott for
the Presidency in preference to President
Fillmore.
Mr.. Dawson followed, declaring that he
had no part in the wing caueusses that be
would support no whig who did not declare
in a most explicit manner his determination
to maintain the fnality Of the compromise.
Mr. Gwin asked Mr. Mangum if he had
any authority for saying General Scott would
sustain the fugitive slave bill.
Mr.. Mangum said he had no authority to
speak for General Scott on any subject
Mr.. Gwin said it was just as he had cxpec-
ted
An unsuccessful motion was made to take
up the joint resolution for the relief Of the
laborers and workmen on the capitol
After which the French Spoliation Bill
was taken up and Mr.. Bradbury addressed
the Senate in support Of the bill.
The bill was further debated and amend
ments were discussed
House of Representatives. The Speaker
announced, as the first business in order,
the report Of the Committee on Printing,
(giving the reasons for employing Nlessrs
Donelson and Armstrong aud Messrs. Gid
con & Co to execute printing for the House
and Senate respectively land that the pend
ing motion was to lay the whole subject upon
the table, The House adjourned without
taking vote upon it.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

HIRAM BOWEN.

IN AS just returned from the Eastern mar.
IL keis with new and elegant assortmen,
Of Goods. suitable Tor geDilemen's wear--con.
sisling in part Of Blue. Black. Olive, Green,
and Brown French and English Cloths.
Black French Cassimers
Fancy Cassimers ofevery shade and quality.
CashmeIeus, Silk Warp.
Fine blk. Satin and Silk ves,ing.
Fancy Silk vesnng MarsallIs vesting
Fine Linen Drills and Linens.--Toge,hes
with all The necessary Trimmings Of the very
best quality.
SHIRTS, Shir, collars and Drawers.
Geniiemea's Gloves, Crssa,s, and Poke,
Handkerchiets.
These goods have been selected with great
care. and will be made to order after The very
best style, or they will be sold 10 be made sise.
where.
Hickory Shirts suitable for servants.
Aprll % 1852
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
STILL In THE FIELD!
A Candidate for Public Favor.

HyHE undersigned. would respectfully an.
Il nounce 10 his friends and The public gen.
orally, that he has removed his Saddler shop TO
Queen ST., Two doors North Of the MaTke,
House, and mi " opposite Broder.ck's Ho;el
where he is fully prepared 10 furnish every al.
tcle in his line, al the shortest notice and most
reasonable terms, all Saddles made by him are
warrenied 10 give entire satisfaction, as 10 eass
OF the rider and durability.
He returns his thanks for past patronage, and
invites all persons waning any thing pertain
ing TO his line OF business, TO give him call.
He is confident that his work and terms will
please. VIM. MCLAUGHLIN.
Anil %. 1852
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
TUESDAY, April IS, 1852.


Senate. After some debate the French
Spoliation Bill and all others were postponed
and the Senate took up the resolution re-
affirming the policy of non intervention.
Mr.. Bell then addressed the Senate not
touching, except passingly, the subject of in
PREVENTION but considering entirely tie effect
of the present and future state Of things in
Europe upon the United States. He exam
ined the subject in all its various shapes and
places. and conterded that the next general
war would be Europe against America--a
war of the old against the new world. He
urged strong and immediate preparation for
defence by increasing the national army and
marine forces Of The country.
House Of Representatives Several petit
tions and resolutions OF one or two State Leg
islaturcs of no general Importance were pre-
sented and referred to appropriate committees.
Mr.. Stanton of Tenn, chairman of the
committee on naval affairs, in reply to the
charge made against the Senate on former
day, in which it was stated the Senate had
passed the naval bill without understanding
the nature Of the amendments that had been
introduced By the naval committee of that
body, from which he exoneratcd it.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

The Legislature has accomplished little Of
Interest since our last. On Wednesday last
bill was passed, approprating the entire
capitatiou tax to education in primary schools
The election Bill has not PASSED, and it is
impossible to say when the election for coun-
~ officers viii take place.
The Revenue Bill as passed by the House
has been rejected by the Senate, and all is
now at soa.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
FATAL ACCIDENT.

An accident occurred on the b & O r r,
near Weaverton, on Friday night last, by the
bursting of the boiler of locomotive, which
resulted in the immediate death of Benz. Ne
Maxim, a supervisor, and VIM Vim, the en-
gineer had his head SO injured that his re-.
covery is considered doubtful The fireman,
Philip Love- was slightly scaldcd
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

nl7ynl In the bill for dividing the State in
to districts for the election Of members of the
Board Of Public works, the third district
comprising whole population of 65.542,
consists of the counties Of Prince William.
Alexandria, Fairfax, Fauquicr Loudon, j eff
ferson, Clarke, Warren, Page, Shenandoah,
Hardy, Frederick. Hampshire, Berkeley Nor
gan, Pendleton, Randolph, Barbour. Upshur,
(new couutyD Harrison, Preston, NIononga
liza, Marion, Taylor, Braxton, Lewis, bod
drige, Tyler, Wetzel Marshall, Ohio Brooke
Hancock, Richie, Gilmer, Wood Writ, Ma.
son, jackson, Peasants, (new county Ra.
leigh. These counties, composing the Third
District will elect one member of the board
of Public Works.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

nST~A bill has been introduced in Con-
gress 10y gentleman from Virginia giving
to each member fixed salary of fifteen hun
dred dollars year. instead Of the present al
lowancc of eight dollars day If it should
result in making the sessions Of Congress
shorter, agreat good would be attained and
the country could well afford TO pay double
wages to honorable members for the sake
of being secured from the chance of their do
ing mischief,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

Beneath Yen hallowed sculpture stonsv
Away from the dwellings of earth,
dy sister II thy louiy home.
Away from the hrecxes Of mirsh
Though OCEANS roll their boastsrous was<s.
Twill ne'er disturb my Sisters Grave.
Memorial ton, no pain nor strife,
No earthly nor tempting snare,
Nor aught that can reste new life,
For all u peace aud silence there
Though meals Of thunder shake the deep,
Twill re'er disturb my Sisters sleep.
What form beside the burial stone,
pisturbs the lead In silence hushed;
What forms modest their narrow homes--
The grave Il where the weary rest;
Though forked lightnings east gloom,
Twill meier disturb my Sisters tomb.
Though mortal Footsteps lightly tread
Around the graves Of friends so dear.
And copious Eushing tears are shed,
Twill not affect the slcepers there:
Though tears are numerous Ms the waves
Twill ne'er affect my Sisters Grave.
But when the last loud trum shall SQUAD.
And all shalt hear Jehovah's soic~,
Awake ye sieepers under ground,
The dead In Christ rejoice rejoicet
And then when other saints arise,
My Sister viii ascend the skies.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

HssF~The First Auditor Of Virginia. has
submitted, in obedience to resolution Of the
House of Delegates, an estimate Of the re-
eeipts aud disbursements at the Trsasury
during the fscals years 1852 1858 A.
The Auditor estimates the value of real aud
personal property of the Commonwealth,
which will be subject to direct taxes, under
the system of taxation prescribed by the con-
stitution, to be SA65, 542, lS9. 70-The ordi-
nary sources of revenue which will not prob
ably be affected by the action Of the Legis-
lature, from lands and other subjects OF tax
alton, in the fiscal year 1922 at $780,
942 81, and in the fiscal year 1854, at
Sl,6i5, Isl 30.
special committee has been appointed
in the Virginia House of Delegates, consist
ing of Messrs, Bowyer Mcdonald, Burdets,
Hubbard Lemly James. Piunel, Craig and
Tate. to whom have been referred resolu-
ton Of enquiry in regard to the expedicncy
of abolishing all special pleading and techni-
calItes at law, and of so amending changing
or amalgamating law and ehancery. that one
suit between the same parties litigant shall
declare all matters of controversy OF every
kind whatever with few exceptions, ma
king the laws plain to all and of requiring
oaths of plaintiffs and defendants.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

WASHINGTON. April 10. Kossuth remain
ed at the National Hotel all day, receiving
calls. lie will visit Mount Vernon to-mor-
row.
Judge Mangum's speech in the Senate to-
day in favor of Gen. Scott, as his favorite can
didate for the presidency, produces great
sensation among the politicians herc.--Gen-
Scots nomination is now considered certain.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

The Washington Telegraph Says: Mr.
Clay is feeble, and subject to frequent chan
ges, generally produced by the varying wca-
Their. He passes most of his hours in the
day in sitting up, or romenading his cham
Der. 1t is only occasionally that be is obi
ged to keep bis bed in day time. When the
weather continues favorable for any length
of time his improvement is always very man
ifest.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
GEORGE II. MccLuRE, See'g

n1-The Democratic Washington CORES
pondent of the. Philadelphia Ledger, 'Obser-
YER" thus speaks Of the President "Mr.
Fillmore's term of Office has been marked by
singular success, and it may be said of him
what perhaps cannot be said Of any other
President, that he has not an enemy and
scarcely an opponent, in either party. Mil
lard Fillmore is an honest man; and that
reputation is the richest legacy he can leave
TO his children"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
STOPPING THE U. 5. MAIL.

We learn that the ierryman refused to
take the mail across the river at Williams
port on Monday of last week. 1t was in con.
sequence returned to Hagerstown. Mr.
Light it seems is not satisfied with the pay
allowed. He has consented however 10 pass
the mail for the present The fnO for stop
ping the mail is one dollar per minute
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
THE STORM.

A violent storm was introduced to the no
tee OF our citizens on Saturday last, by thun-
der, lightning, wind and rain. The rain con-
tinued to fall during the night all day Sun
day and Monday. Serious apprchensions are
entertained for the safety of property along
the streams.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
Ladies, Fair,

n5rThe Ladies' Of the Methodist E. Church of
Martinsburg win hold Fair on the 9th instant.
in the house belonging to Mr. Bowman. on Queen
Street. over Mr. Hesletine's Store-as v hieh tisns
they will provide Dinner and Sapper, with Ice
Cream and ether Refreshments The public are ia
vited to call fAprii 10, 1854
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

During discussion in the House of Rep
resentatives, on the 9Th inst, Mr.. Ward cf
kentucky said he believed he was authori.
zcd to say, from General Scott himself, that
he is opposed to any alteration cfany Of the
measures contained in the Compromise"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
NOTICE.

4 LII persons indebted to ;he estate Of Villa u
IN L. Seibert decd are hereby requested to
make prompt payment, as no indulgence can be
given, the estate requiring immediate settlement
In the absence Of the Executor the accounts will
be settled by MIR. Joseph Burns or James Wolf.
HENRY j. EBERT.
April 90, IS52-3t
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
--7-7-7'Ef<|FfI ~ -
THE WING CONVENTION,

The proceedings of this Convention, so far
as received, will be found in another column.
We will give them in full next week. The
Convention was large, harmonious, aud en-
thu'iastie. The resolutions and entire pro
ceedings contrast favorab'y with those of the
late Democratic Convention, held in Rich
mond
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

nsg-A general convention of the physi-
clans Of Virginia viii be held in the city Of
Richmond on Tuesday, April 81, "tor the
purpose Of cffecting thorough organization
of the profession, and for advancing the in
terests ofmedical men in the Commonwealth
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

The mill belonging to Il. B. Kownslar,
situated on Mill Creek in this County was
destroyed by fire on Monday night of last
week. Wehave not learned the particulars,
but understand it was insured for 81 500 on
the mill and 81, 500 on the stock.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

rSy~Dr Junius Smith writes from Green
Vile, s. c., that he has received fresh
supply Of tea nuts from China, and expresses
high satisfaction at the result of his expert
ments in the cultare of tea in America.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
April 20. 1855:
d -'I1aH'H- = - ~'-i@H'H'
NOTICE..

4 IL persons indebted to the estate Of Thomas
~ Bryarly, decd, are requested to make imme-
date payment, and those having claims to present
them for settlement MS the executors wish to make
final settlement ofthe estate
SAMUEL d. BRYARLY, En-,
JOHN 2. KEARF0TT,
April 90, 1922
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
CHANGE OF PUBLICATION DAY.

RAJ AFTER this week The Gazette will be issue
On WEGNtSD1I mornings instead Of Tuesday.
We make this change for the better accommodation
Of our subscribers in the South part of the County
"a change having been made inthe mail arrange
ments, by which the Gazette will be taken to
Darkesyillc, arden Post Office, Gerartlstown and
Bunker Hill. on the day Of its publication.
Aprii 90 1852
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

ney-Since the resumption Of navigation a
few weeks ago, not less than two hundred
lives have been lost by the explosion Of boil
ers of steamboats, on the Western waters.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
MONEY!

HNHOSE Of my customers who know them, !,
u selves indebted to me will confer favor y
they would call and settle, as u is important
mat should have money 10 make my spring
purchase. Please attend to this call.
April %, 1852. VIM. DORSET.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

ESJ"lhc Potomac river is said to be quite
as high as it was in October lS47. The
water covered the Rail Road track about
Hancock, SO deep that the trains could not
pass over it yesterday.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

asJ~ kossuth received only homeopathic
dose o. material aid" at New Orleans. The
amount It is sad, was very small None of
the New Orleans papers mention what it is
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
NEW GOODS,

WE are now receiving and opening our Spring
w supply Of AER0laADlEh, to v !, CIV, "
invite the attention Of all persons n want OF .hsP
Goods our stock is large and selected with great
care, embracing Dry Goods, Groceries, Queensvsrs
Hardware, Boots. Shoes, Hats; Caps, Bonneis, c..
dar Ware, SC Which we are determined to sell
at such prices as cannot fail to please
vANARSDALE & WOLFE
Anil % 1870
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
THIRTY-sEcoND CONGRESS.
FIRST SESSION.
MospAY, April Il. 1852.

-ASsD@tS -AfiA NNt'--.
Senate. The Chair laid before the Senate
several executive communications. amongst
others one enclosing copies on file in the De-
partment Of the Interior, against the commits
sioncr appointed to view the Mexican bOun-
dairy.
NIr. Underwood presented the petition of
Gen Leslie Combs, demonstrating against
and complaining Of the course pursued BY
Texas with respect to the public debt.
The French Spoliation Bill was then taken
up, and
Mr.. Felch addressed the Senate in oppo-
sition thereto. He had not concluded when
the Senate adjourned.
House of Representatives.. The House,
on motion Of Mr. Stanton Of Kentucky. took
the bill from the Senate, appropriating five
hundred thousand dollars for continuing the
work on the two wings Of the Capitol The
House concurre6 10 the amendments Of that
body limiting the contracts to 5e made by
the architect and the Secretary of the lnte
rior, and non concurred in. that proposing to
pay the workmen for the time they have been
idle. The vote in the latter was-yeas 10,
nays 1873.
The House refused to spend the rules for
the reception Of the resolution-ycas 50, nays
95.
Mr.. Robbins moved a suspension of the
rules to introduce resolution providing for
an adjournment of the two Houses. on Mon
day, the 9th Of July. at II clock; but the
motion did not prevail
Various efforts were made to transact bu-
siness, but failing in them the House add
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
Man Of Berkeley.

II EARFOTT'S MAP OF BERKELEY
N divided into Eight Election DISTRICTS
the Commissioners. For sale by
April 90. 1852. RIDDLE 4 bao'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20
NEW GOODS.

WE are now receiving the largest sos ,;'r
w Hardware, Groceries, and housekess, ~
articles ever offered in Martnsburg. Can n am
them. kippLS
April 49, $50
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

a<y-M. Naduad. representative in the
Natioual Assembly of France. is now work
ing as common mason in London
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-04-20

EsJ~Call at Rawlins' Hotel and examine
the Daguerreotype Gallery of Adams &
Morse, and then get your own picture taken