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Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1852-06-10

We gather few additional particulars of
California news from the letters and papers re-
ceived by the Crescent City, which arrived at
New York on Friday last The San Francis
co correspondent Of the Journal of Commerce,
speaking of the Immigrants into California,
says =
Our State has within the last fortnight re-
ceived an acquisition of nearly 1000 immigrants.
OF this number, the clipper ship Challenge
brought $50 from Hong Kong in the shortest
passage on record, being but 33 days; besides
the Whampoa' brings 1853 Blenheim, ass !;
Oscola, 469 Constant, $50; Brahmin, 80 !;
and two others, 273; making in all about
abont Q 500 Chinese, who have landed on our
shores in ten days.
Among all these, are less than 200 females.
The departures during the same period are put
down at about 400. Importation of foreign
merchandise, the writer says, keeps pace
with this living stream of mortality, and the
markets are well and abundantly supplied with
all the necessaries of life. .. ,i.,.s ,.........
Of the progress of San Francisco, the wri-
ter says: --iH If bt-a Pats .s# t.-.4
This city continues to grow and improve with
wonderful rapidly. Our sand hills are all be-
ing removed to what was once the harbor for
vessels of the largest class, and no sooner are
these water lots filled in, than foundations are
laid for costly warehouses, of the strongest and
most durable materials, and 6re-proof at that
Whole blocks of splendid brick stores have
been erected, and are now building, where
our merchants can store their goods with some
degree of certainty that they are not soon to be
destroyed by fire. Our population is increasing
by Immigration at the rate of 100000 per an
mum; and the majority who now come to our
shores will make estimable and permanent
chlzens., ~n.E hrae~2 s~g .eriT
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1852-06-10
Democratic Nominations.
STATE OF MAINE.

EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT,
'r | AUGUSTA, May 22d, 1852.
An adjourned session of the Executive
Council wifi be holden at the Council Cham
Der in Augusta, on Friday, the eighteenth day
of June next.
Attest-J0HN. G. SAWYER,
Secretary of State.
Eastern times. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1846-1857, 1852-06-10

ne saw DY the vote Just cast tflat the demo-
cracy have already elected the next Presi-
dent of the United States. Louisiana could
not be recreant 10 the call of the Morrill,
we come 10 you.' he remarked mot only
with these iii,sis nl6capt voters Of ours, hut
with hearts which will do good service in
the coming canvass. rejoice, therefore, to
see these .uneIring indications of harmony
among us; we will appal and crush our op-
ponents, and believe, from the very bottom
of my heart that the vote of my cherished
State will be given for Franklin Pierce
Applause. He then cast The vote of The
delegation for that gentleman. Ir %.
New York was next called to vote. Mr.
Horatio Seymour said We came here to
present to you one of our own distinguished
sons, but gentlemen, on behalf of those for
whom lspeak, we BOW concur in the manifest
determination of this Convention TO make
franklin Pierce the next President of the Unit
ed States. [Applause.] Sir, in the battle of
le4S the delegation was divided, but here he
wished TO pledge the hearts of all of his demo-
cratlc friends TO the nomination, believing it
would be responded TO by New York, as she
old The nominations in other DAYS. I cast the
vote of New York for Franklin Pierce
lGreat applause succeeded ''
MIR; McClelland of Michigan arose. I'VE
ha'e' ne SAID, presented the name of man
VINO needs no eulogy from me, and whose
name Is cherished in every bosom. can saw
Tor MIN mat no man can be more Obliged and
no man will sooner forget the injuries thai
some think have been inflicted ON him nv those
who are opposed to his nomination. We will
not only give to Franklin Pierce the vote Of
Michigan here, but we will give him larger
majority in the State of Michigan than has ey-
err been given for any other democratic nomi-
nee, [applause] for the man for whom the vote
Of Michigan is now to be cast is peculiarly ac-
ceptabls 10; the candidate for whom Michigan
went at first. | pledge to- him the cordial and
warm.suppoft Of Gspsral .Csss. / now cast
the UNANIMOUS vote Of Michigan for Franklin
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
MASSACHUSETTS,.

At the meeting Of the Electoral College Of
Massachusetts sf,sr tho s;sch.rce os Tho
!, 50. 49,, ~ ,r.1.s
business Delofe ~ "r' "'"'n'oP' wuo a0'eu
as President. in reply to complimentary
resolution, made very appropriate and elo-
ouent address The following il an extract /:
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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15

nW-It is probable that Mr.. Fillmore will
go out Of Office with as much of the kind per-
sonal regards of bis political opponents, as
any man ever had from those who were of
different opinions. This is high compliment
to bis character and bearing-but it is de-
served. lie has borne himself so diserectly
and with so much dignity. that all who are
not p-ejndiced, are compelled to acknowledge
his worth, and his fitness for the nigh sta
ton be occupies. 1t is fortunate for the
country, that under the dispensation of Prov
idencc in the death of Gen. Taylor. the reins
of government fell into such capable and ex
cellent hands. History will write that Mr,
Fillmore's administration. under many trying
circumstances. was an honest. patriotic, and
successful one, and that much of its success
is due to his own virtues and talents.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15


We have examined with good deal Of
interest and pleasure, q new aud beautiful
map Of North America, published BY Nj.
Jacob Monk, Of Baltimore. And we thus
notice and commend il to our readers. because
We believe it superior to any thing Of the kind
ever published, and well deserving place in
every dwelling in the land. ! shows at
glance The whole country from the Pacific to
to the Atlantic, and extends from within
seven degrees Of the Equator. to the fiftieth
degree Of North Latitude, embracing all the
United States, With al the Territories belon
ging to them. The Canadas New Bruins
wick, Nova Scotia, Mexico, Central America,
with the correct boundaries of each with their
subdivisions 1t gives complate and per-
haps the only reliable map Of California. With
all the Indian Territory bounded according
to acts Of Congress.
This is the only map extant which gives
the most interesting portion Of the Cont
nent, Central America the Isthmus Of Pa
mama, with Cuba and all the West India
Islands complete on the same scale With
other portions Of the map-.and gives in an
unbrokcn line the important commercial
route to California hy tie Isttmus Of Pana
ma And Nicaragua Lake.
Allthc Internal improvements Rail Roads
Canals, &c.-those finished or in progress
the overland routes to California and Ore.
gon are distinctly marked
On the same sheet is map Of the ,rhole
World, on Mcrcator's Projection, yet on a
new plan, showing the track Of the late Ex-
lloring Expedition, under Captain Wilkes,
round the world. This map contains a vast
amount of statistical information, no where
else to be found 50 conveniently. 1t seems
to be almost indispensable to every one, who
would have correct notions Of the geography
Of the Country, and we doubt not will meet
with ready sale wherever its merits are
known. We know nothing better that We
can do for our readers in literary point Of
view than to advise them to secure one of
these mars--as we have done. The map is
sold by subscription only. a duly authori-
zed Agent and the only ono for Berkeley
and the adjoining Counties, Mr. Howell Pix
ley, will sooh call upon the citizens Of this
couaty. when all will have an opportunity of
examining the map, and securing & cory for
themselves. He need expect no other than
9 kind reception from our people. We have
no douot his success will be commensurate
with his desires.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15

Merchants who do not advertise are close
and narrow minded in their views, aud a Der.
feet type Of the greedy impotence Of the isl.
low who in order to realize fortune BY
single operation. killed the goose that laid he
golden eggs--the same morbid con.ractedue.,
Of interest 10 advertising, is akin to tina, Of
that Of the farmer who s'inted his land 10
half the quantity Of seed necessary to pro.
ducc full crop, under the expectation Of 81.
wing at seed time, and at the same time Of
gathering in an abundant harvest Asagen.
eral rule, those who are wanting in the libe.
ra ity necessary to make their business er.
tensively known. will not hesitate to skin ey.
cry customer who comes within their reach,
Ladies are sagacious They know who id.
vertise, and who do not and they never ex.
pect bargain In advertising establish.
ment. So, too. with meu. They sag tho
man who does not advertise bis goods, has
nothing worth rtising. or il be has std
does not. he is skiuHint, ard il is better 10
keep out Of lis clutches.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
IMPORTANT TO MANY.

We understandable the Secretary of the
Interior has received from the Governor of
Virginia, under the broad seal of the State,
document authenticating the full and com :.
plete REIMBURSEMENT to the United States of
all claim Oh the part Of the State to lands on
which Virginia land warrants have been is
sued. In lieu thereof as soon as the ncces
sary preparations can be completed, scrip will
be issued by the Department of the Interior.
National Intelligencer,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
THE RaPPER DELUSIONs.

The editor Of the Cincinnati Advertiser
who recently visited the State Lunatic Asy-
lum at Columbus. says there are ia that in
stitution tiOenty persons whose insanity is
clearly tracsable to spirit rap?ings; and it Is
stated that there are in the Utica On. ID
Lunatic Asylum nine victims Of the same
delusion. The Cleveland Herald says:--
I'm many minds j. seems to finish the
work commenced by second Adventism- the
fruits being neglect Of business, neglect Of
families. running after Missionaries and pre-
tended seers. scouting Of Christianity and
its institutions. spiritual wifeism, insanity.
and in some cases suicide"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
CONGRESS-.

According to the views expressed by the
intelligent Washington correspondent of the
N. Y. Journal Of Commerce, there is no prob
ability that any measure of prominent inter-
est will be enacted at the present session.
Tie says:
1t is the opinion Of many Of the leading
members of both Houses, that none of the
great subjects of finance, and of the DISPOSE
ton of the public lands. will be acted upon
at the present session, though it is admitted
that they are matters Of pressing Importance
The vote of the House on MIR Brooks pro-
position, shows that there is no purpose in
thut body to touch the subjects of the tariff
or of the disposition Of the surplus Revenue.
The Senate have before them the great land
bills, which passed the House during the last
session-to wit, the bills distributing lands
among the States called Benefits Bill, and
the Homestead Bill; but it is the opinion Of
Senators that neither Of them will pass that
body. Presidential electioneeriDg carried
them in the House, but they could not be
passed in the Senate last session, and have
still less chance there now. II is the dispo-
sition Of the Democratic members to turn
over all these great subjects to another Con-
gress. and to the next Administration.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
TIL q FREE soiLERs.

The Portsmouth On. H. Mercury. re-
echoes the suggestion Of the Wisconsin Free
Democrat. and some other Free Soil journals
viz - That the Free Sellers or Free Democ-
raey.-ifthey prefer that appellation. should
have an early convention, say in September
next, to make arrangements for the Presiden-
tial election of 1856. There appears to be
no disposition to change the candidate Of the
late campaign, but to put forward Mr.. John P
Hale. act upon the aggressive, call in mem
bers from other parties, without asking where
they come from. and "go to work With de-
termined purpose to succeed in 1856"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
THE EMPIRE OF FRANCE.

The Senate Of France having reported in
favor of the restoration Of the Empire, aud
Louis Napoleon having become Emperor. un.
der the title Of Napoleon the Third, the farce
of taking the votes Of the people upon the
subject is to be enacted. There can be no
doubt as to the result Of the vote. as the peo-
pie are 200 abject 10 spirit to resist the wishes
of the new Emperor Ifany doubt existed
as to the confirmation of his power by the
people, he would net have submitted the ques-
ton to their decision.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
OFFICE SEEK Ens--coLD COMFORT.

The New York Times" quotes a speech
delivered in the United States Senate in 184l
by Franklin Pierce upon the subject Of re
movals from Office From the very decided
manner in which Senator Pierce condemned
removals from Office, we conclude that Pres
ident Pierce will make few or none. In re.
ply to some remarks Of Mr. Clay that the ma
ton demanded changes. Mr.. Pierce said:
"Sir, this demand Of the nation, this plea
Of State necessity let me tell you gentle
men, is as cd as the history Of wrong and OPP
preston. 1t has been the standing plea, the
never failing resort Of despotism.
1.-The great Julius found it convenient
when he restored the dignity Of the Roman
Senate, but destroyed its Independence 1t
gave countenance to and justified all the afro
cities of the Inqnisition in Spain 1t gave
utteranee to the stiHed groans from the black
hole of Calcutta. IL was written in tears up
on the Bridge Of Signs in Venice; and poin-
ted to those dark rccesses upon whose gloo
my portals there was never seen returning
foot print
"Wbere were the chains of dcspotism ever
thrown around the freedom of speech and Of
the press but on this plea of State nrceesity 2
Let the spirit Of Charles X and Of bis minis
tiers answer
alt is cold, selfish, heartless. and has al
ways been regardless of age, sex, condition,
services, or any of the incidents of life that ap-
peal to patriotism or humanity.
wherever its authority has been acknowl.
edged, it has aasailed men who stood BY their
country when she needed strong arms and
bold hearts, and has assaled them when,
MANNED and DISABLED in her service, they
could no longer brandish weapon in her de-
fence.
at has afflicted the feeble and dependant
wife for the imaginary faults Of the husband.
alt has stricken down innocence in its beau
ty, youth in its freshness. manhood in its vi
gor, and old age in its teebeness and decrep-
itude Whatever other plea or apology may
be set up for the sweeping, ruthless exercise
Of this civil guillotine at the present day. in
the name Of Liberty, let us be spared this
fearful one of State necessity in this early
age Of the Republic. upon the floor of the
American Senate, in the face Of people yet
free"
After this (says the New York Express }
the Wings in office we think may feel perfect
ly safe that the "civil guillotinc" is not to
reach them.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
~srRws.. Sc.

The Democracy Of Albany hsd a grad
Publication at Stansix Hall, in that ei.y n,
Wednesday last, celebratiye Of the election
of "PIERcE and KISo" The Cubonerr.
we're we'll represented on the occasion. and
found vent to their "seutimcnts- ia such
toasts as these
BY Geo. B. johnson. The fruits Of tho
late Democratic victory Pierce aud Cuna.
by ID 4. Cordell. Cuba: May the Queen
OF the AntiIlas be added to our glorious con.
iederacy under the progressive administration
BY J. kearney. Caba and the Sapdw;cb
Islands: May they soon BE- added - w" .hs
galaxy OF stars which are now emblaroped on
our national eschutcheon. -
by l.. = Bancroft Our relation, Vii,
Cnba: May the rights Of American c;,;ren.
be firmly maintained, their liberties rro,sc-
ted their principles aud form Of Governmsn,
proclaimed over Cuba until the Island sbsll
be republicanized.
BY d. Farliug. The restoration Of the
Democracy: The precursor Of an end Of tie
IMMUNITY Of insult to the American people bv
the petty tyrarts Of foreign Powers.
By John McCardell The Lone Star !.
Brightly It beams and beckons onwardw NAV
Il still progress until It forms thirty. three Of
the glorious galaxy which now illumines The
world, and 10 its FRO gress on, add new plan.
cts to ours.
This last Fillihuster is under the influence
that we have already thirtytw two States, one
more. we fancy, than there really is. Blu,
perhaps the Intention is to make two stars
out Of Cuba when it comes nv YEr
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
RAIL ROADS IN VIRGINIA..

Within the limits Of Virginia there are
screen hundred and fifteen miles traverscd BY
the locomotive. This calculation includes
the short sections Of the Petersburg aud
Roanoke, Hicksford and Castor. and Sea-
board and Roanoke lines which lie in North
Carolina; but excludes the $50 miles Of the
Baltimore and Ohio road within the borders
of the State. There are under contract. to
be completed during 1858. ever two hundred
niles more
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
CALIFORNIA.

Destructive 6res have occurred at Sacra.
u,ento and San Francisco. A large amount
Of property and several lives we're lost The
news from the mines is good.
Noblet Herbert. of Charlestown, Jefferson
County. Va. was murdered on Butte Creek,
about 40 miles above Marysville. whilst
packing goods to Colusi Two Mexicans ma
Corrales and Jose D. Assuse. we're last seen
With him. and are suspected of having COM
mitted the deed
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15


The Secretary Of the Interior estimates
that The aggregate expense Of his Department
for the next fiscal year win be S492l, o25.
being reduction Of $774s302 as compared
with the amount requirement for the carrcn,
fiscal year An item Of $500. 900 for the ex
tension Of the Capitol is introduced.
The Mexican Boundary Commission are
making progress.
In reference to the proviso attached by
Congress TO the appropriation voted last ses
sion' the Secretary shows that he had no al
tentative but to instruct the Commissioner to
discontinue all operations on the disputed
portion Of the boundary until further action
shall be taken by Congress. The result is
great hardship and embarrassment to the
persons attached to the Commission, who have
been for Eve months diligently employed in
the full confidence that Congress would make
the necessary provision for their expenses -
Prompt action on the part Of Congress is
therefore recommended.
1t is announced that the publication OF the
Census report may now be commenced, as tn.
greater part Of the labor of compiling and
classifying the returns has been completed
To finish the preparation Of the entire work,
an additional appropriation Of 800, 600 will be
necessary
Attention is invited to the wants Of the
District Of Columbia, and the claims which
it has upon the care of Congress. The intro
duction of an ample supply Of pure water to
Washington and Georgetown.
The necessity that exists for the erection
Of bridges across the Potomac is also noticed
The proposition of grant Of public lands in
aid of the public schools Of the District is APP
proved by the Secretary.
In connection with his remarks on the Pa
tent Office, the Secretary says the number Of
models is about $4,000. He proposes tina,
an analytical and descriptive index Of all dis
covcries and inventions which have been pa
tented, be prepared for publication.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15

Earlf ever there was : time says the
Baltimore American, when the loyal conser.
atives Of this country should stand firm, in
their allegiance to such Wing doctrines a.
have been exempli6ed in the pure admins
tration Of President Fillmore. it is the pres
emit international questions are about. lri.
sing which viii require the steady ard pra.
dent management Of discreet men in al par.
ties. a wild and lax spirit Of aggression.
rife among certain classes. must be held in
check. And with view to the maintainarce
Of our rightful influence in such crisis, our
organization should be preserved with The
utmost care and alacrity.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
ntsy~The Baltimore Patriot concludes

nRrThe Baltimore Patriot concludes a
summary of Mr.. Fillmore's message to Con-
gress, with the following just tribute
This is the last annual message which
President Fillmore is to send to Congress -
With the close Of the session he retires from
the Office of Chief Magistrate, and resigns it
to the man selected by the votes Of the peo-
pie to succeed him. His praise lives in his
acts--aud while public virtue is regarded and
patriotism cherished-he will be remembered
as man by whom the country was honored
IN the manner and in the spirit with which be
discharged the high duties OF its President.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
GOOD TASTE.

- ~ . - !,
The following very baypy and eqnally true
sketch is from the London Quarterly:
.you SOC this ladv tnrnipo a cold eve to
Tho assuroncss of sbonman and tbe rccom.
meodation Of mill;ners. She cares not how
original nat,arn NAV he If h 10 uolv o. how
recent = shane r. q no awkward Whatever
fashion dictates she follows Of her own. ana
i never behind Il. She wears very beauti
fnl things which people generally snppose to
be brought from Paris. or at least made by
a French mi!liner. but which. as often are
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-12-15
VIRGINIA LEGISLATURE.


Thursday. December 9. 1852.
~. neneale from the COMMITTEES on Roads.
81, reported bin altering and amending the
charter VI the Roanoke Valley Railroad Com
Pany ana, TO authorize loan to the James
hiver and hanawha Company for the com.
pletion OF the tide water connection The
Committee report against the net;tion of ,hs
citizens of Berkeley county, asking for ! -.
ductioo Of the tolls on the Martinshurr ana
Potomac Turnpike Road.
RESOLUTIONS.
On motion Of Mr. Parker Resolved. That
the Committee for Courts d Justice be il.
structed to inquire into the expcdiency Of
providing by law for the compensation Of all
persons who. since the ratification Of the cx-
isting Constitution, served as Jurors in the
several Courts Of this Commonwealth.
HOUSE OF DELEG ATES.
Thursday, December 9, 1852
RESOLUTIONS
BY Mr. Speed - On amending the act pas
sed 18th March, 1850, entitled un ''act ma.
king appropriations for the removal Of free
persons Of color. and for other purposes !" 81
as to furnish more efficient aid to the Amer
lean Colonization Society, for carrying out tn
objects Of that act.
BY Mr. Brooks Of authorizing the Coun
ty Courts to tax the Sheriffs, Clerks. an
Constahles in their respective counties. q
discretion; to be applied to county purposes
and reducing county levies
BILLS PASSED.
A bin amending the LIST section Of an a.
Incorporating the town Of Harpers Ferry. /
jefferson county, passed March 24tb. 1851
A bill constituting the Potomac River
lawful fence through the lands 9! Jacob RopE
in the county Of Berkeley