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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
r. n. n. No. l and r.. n. II. No. 2.

An offer to the Sck-Radway & Co. will guarantee
that Railways Ready Relief will stop the most severe
paroxisms Of pain in few minutes. Persons suffering
with Neuralgia other nervous pains invited toca
at their office, 1862 Fulton Street. and make trial Of
the Ready Relief II relieves the most torturing pains
Immediately In five minutes it will convince the most
skcptca Of its quick and powerful pain relieving prop
critics.
July 90, 1853 I'm.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

o. De Bows REVIEW for July, contains the
usual amount Of interesting and useful information
on the industrial resources of the country. This
number introduces the XIV volume 1t is printed
in an entirely new style, in large type and on SUI
perior paper. 1t is published at New Orleans. at
s. per annum; embracing 2 volumes of about 700
pages each. The present address of the Editor
is Washington City.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

FOUND DEAp.-A young man named Francis
Steger resident of Cumberland county went on
a shooting excursion on Friday last, and not hay
;no retur1ed the same night, his friends naturally
felt alarmed, and proceeded the following day to
search sea- for him; but without effect. The search
vase was continued up to Monday last, when he was
found dead in the fork of tree, with his head aw
fully bruised. o.,..;u >, .soord :,
~ w. ,et At squirrel which he had shot, he
fell fell from the top, and in his descent, was caught
in the fork. -.
dur;n the three days at the foot of the tree where
the body was suspended.-Rich. Whig.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

Our INDEBTEDNESS ABRoAp.-There has been
no time in many years when our Indebtedness a
broad was pling up so fast as now. 1t is in the
shape of bonds, chiefly for railroad purposes. and
issued By States and cities and counties and towns.
The materials for which these bonds were issued,
could have been as well supplied at home, under
different revenue system, and would have enor-
mously developed our own resources; would have
built up hundreds of towns and villages, and rails
ed the value of agricultural property. Atpresent
everything looks smooth and pleasant; labor is
high, trade is active, and the country is prosper
GUS; but pay day will come. and if there should
ever be any special reasons to make it inconven-
lent for US to pay, these very reasons will make
our creditors more anxious for their moneys the
bonds will come back upon us to be exchanged for
specie, the basis of circulation, and will cramp
the money market and bring disaster and distress
upon commerce. II is with nations as with indi-
viduals. If they run in debt beyond their means
of payment; if they mortgage their property and
pledge their future earnings; if they strain theil
credit to buy that which they can as well make
at home or do without, the consequences are plain
and although they may be postponed for awhile
they must be finally met.-Prou. Journal.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

N5-Messrs w. Nick. and III IT. WARTMANN have
sold their interest in the Rockingham Register to
Messrs. J. II. WARTMANN and w. G. STEVENS,
the former of whom has been senior editor and pro-
pretor of the paper for many years. Mr. STE
VEINS is an experienced writer and will no doubt
prove good editor. We welcome him to the
fraternity '
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

o. The Home Journal advises persons at dis
lance contemplating visit to the New York Elk
hibitou, topostpone their trip for about month,
by which time the Crystal Palace will be COM
pleted and the Fair fully under way. The num-
Der Of exhibitors at present is six thousand
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

IMPORTANT FROM MExIco.-NEw ORLEANS,
July 2O.-The Picayune has later and important
news from New Mexico. The dates from Santa
Fe are from June 18th up to later period.
A general order had been issued by the Slexl-
can Minister of War for the withdrawal of Gen.
Tras and his forces from the further occupation OF
Mesilla valley, which order was promptly obeyed
by Gen. Trias, leaving the valley in the same
condition as it was at the commencement OF the
difficulties. h.. ;,
A very large meeting bad been held atsanta
Fe INV the citizens, for the purpose of petitionlng
CONGRESS at the next session to adopt energetic
speedy measures for the removal OF the California
Indians in New Mexico.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
Augusta Springs.

A few days ago, we conversed with scientific
gentleman who had just returned from brief WIS.,
it to the Augusta Springs. He expressed the O.
pinion that both the sulphur and alum water pos
sessed very valuable properties, and was much
pleased with his visit in all respects. The ac-
commodations are now as good as need be desired.
A stage coach leaves this place for the Springs
every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

lss- Mr.. FARADAY, the great English Electri-
aan, has been experimenting on table turning, and
attributes the motion to the involuntary action Of
The bands, after they have become numb and in,
sensible BY continued pressure.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
pnhlic Sale of Rockbridgs Land.

WISH TO sell at my residence, near the North
i Mountain, on the 18th day Of .4ugua nezt, my
FARM. containing some 275 Acres, lying about
three miles from the North River and about the
same from Kerr's Creek. This Land is well wa
tered and is we'll suited for the raising of stock
JAMES l.. WELSH,
July Fl, l653.-tds.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

TOMB OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN.-A dlapida-
ted dark slab of stone, at the southwest corner OF
Fifth and Arch streets, Philadelphia, marks (or
did few years ago) the spot where rest the re-
mains of Benjamin and Deborah Franklin; but
YOU cannot see their grave read the inscription
without scaling high brick wall in violation Of
the law, or securing good opportunity and the
favor of sexton, each Of which is said to be at.
tended with difficulty. So we'll hidden is this
crave, and so little frequented, that we have
known many native Philadelphians of mems and
women's estate who could not direct one 10 the 10
! cality where j, may be found,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
ReIiriaus Notice.

The Second Quarterly Meeting for the Churchvillc
Circuit, NJ. E. Church, will be held at West View
commencing Oh Saturday morning next, at ii o'clock
The Rev. A. A. Reese, p E. is expected to be present
JAMES II. MARCH. &
July 81, 1S53-lt.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

Attorney General Gushing delivered speech
while on the recent trip to Now York, with the
President, which has attracted good deal OF at
tention. The Richmond Wing. abiding to il
says
AS this is the only distinct enunciation of lead
ing principle ofaction by the new Administration,
and as it is very clearly and emphaticaly stated,
we reproduce 1t;
"There is destiny to republic! There is
law of its existence, as clearly and undeniably as
there is law OF the existence of a human being
that he shall begin in youth, that he shall grow
into iuyenescence. that he shall harden into man.
hood. that in the penitude of his mantul strength
he shall overtop the nations around him. Gap
plause.) We are now the men OF the modern
Rome. How WIS it with the old Rome! She
conquered. She went on annexlng according tc
the law of her existence, (appause.) and so long
as she proceeded in the application OF that law OF
her existence, no earthly power could withstand
her progress. (Applause.)
ii say that was the destiny of ancient Rome
and it is the destiny Of modern Rome. There can
BIZ no pause in oar progress. except the pause Of
decay. When we cease to grow we shall begin
to perish. (ApPlause)" :,
Why state OF war, of robbery and plumber is
the peculiar destiny of Republic, we are not in
formed, except that the miscalled Roman Repub-
lie was composed of robbers and conquerors. The
logic is as shallow as the morality is detestible.
But we deny that the people ofthis country are
robbers and murderers, as this high functionary o
Government asserts. There may be men in thi:
Republic, like Mr.. Gushing, unrestrained by any
moral considerations-an who, animated by am
btion or the love of plumber, would scruple at nj
means to crafty their desires; but such is not thu
case with the mass of the population.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

STORM AND Loss OF LrFs.-ft has been rain
ing with US necessarily for two or three days, and
we fear that the high waters will do serious inju-
ry to the bridges, roads, SC. of the county-as
vet we have heard of none. The rain of Tues
day evening was accompanied with violent light.
ming, and much wind blowing down good deal
of corn in this neghborhood. The Lightning
struck five or six places in town without injury to
any one; but we learn that white woman at
Milton was struck dead. One may Judge Of the
rapdity with which the rain fell, by the fact that
little negro girl, years old. was drowned In
the turnpike near Mediums river, and negro
boy who was with her narrowly escaped; the rush
and volume ofwater was so great and so unexpec-
ted. Much injury to the wheat standing IN the
fields is anticipated from the continued rains
Charlottesville .Adrocate of Saturday.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

THE CRYSTAL PALAcE.-The New York Her
aid of Friday says that the crowd Of visters to the
exhibition has experienced no dlminution since
their last visit, and the display becomes more at
tractive every day. There were yesterday 2,olO
admissions on single tickets. About 900 on
season tickets 81 $3.50 was taken at the doors.
Amount Of contributions for the Washington Mon
umen,, So, OF tOtul $3S39l.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
Agent for the Spectator.

JAMES COCHRAN, Esq, Warm Springs, Bath county.
Is an agent for the Spectator authorized TO receive NOS
ey and subscriptions and transact business generally
Il that region.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

THE PAN HANDLE RAnRoAD.-It will be re-
ooec,ed that our Legislature, last winter refused
the riuht of way for the extension ofthe Pittsburg
anJ Sieubenville Railroad. across the span Han
die de, - embracing width of about six miles. The
lani contained therein is owned by two gentlemen
Messrs Jesse Edgington and Nathaniel Wells,
and thew have gone on to let railroad out to con-
tract on their own land The question as to their
r;obt 10 do so is a point Of dispute.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

To- DR.. ROBERT BUTLER, Treasurer of the
Commonwealth of Virginia, died at Richmond on
Friday last. He was 81 years of age, and for
merly resided in the county Of Isle Of Wight
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
Aporoo1zrna-The Columbus Times, strong

ApoLoeIzIsG- The Columbus Times, a strong
Democratic paper, in an attempt to apologize for
the. Free Soilappontments Of President Pierce,
says: sin the distribution Of local offices at the
North, it is frequently impossible to avoid giving
them to Freesqers. The only recourse left to
the President in appointments for such places is
to give offices to reesoilers or leave them vacant"
That is to say there are not enough of Democrats
at the North, who are not Freesoilers to fill the
Offices. WelI,f that goes a little head of any
charge of Abolition affinities we have heard made
against the great Democracy for some time, and to
come from a Democratic organ at that! The
Times goes on to say: "No Administration, here-
fore, can exist in this country for day which re-
fuses to give some office to the Freesoilers." Pre-
cious confessionl But how differently the Pier-e
organs talked in! the Presidential campaign, when
they were prating about Scwardism
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

THE JAPAN EXPEDITION Navy Depart
ment have dispatches from Commodore Perry up
to the 9th of April, when he was at Macao pre-
pairing to sail Immediately in the Mississippi for
Shanghai, China He had been much embarrass-
ed by failing to find the Susquehanna at Macao,
awaiting his orders, she having sailed for Macao
under requsition from Mr.. Commissioner Mar
shall. The Commodore had abstained from in
terfering in any manner with the intestine trou-
bles of China, ard he did not propose to involve
his command in them, directly or indirectly. He
expected on arriving at Shanghai to meet the sloop-
ofwar belonging to his squadron, and to sail with
all his ships) as soon as possible for Japan. The
soop, at the das of his letter. were cruising more
especially for the purpose of making explorations
and surveys, with the view IF determining the
best possible petition for stations and depots for
the relief and accommodation of QUIZ SO fast in
creasng commerce, in steamers and sailing vessels,
between California and China, which duty is to
be prosecuted diligently whenever any of his yes
sells can be spared for the purpose. Nothing was
known in Chin, at the date ofhis letters concern
ing the probable manner in which his mission
would be received by the Japanese Government.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

o. An Engine called the Frederick Harris was
brought over the mountain last week, from Me
chum's River to Waynesborough, to be used in
hauling the iron and cross ties on the Railroad this
side of Waynesborough. 1t was drawn by thirty
six mules, says the .aduocate; the JeBersonian
says eighteen; and a gentlemen from Waynesbo-
rough informs us that four horses and fourteen
mules accomplished the feat. The Charlottes-
vile papers give graphic accounts of the popular
excitement as the Engine proceeded along the
Turnpike: we wish one Of our friends at the DO,
rough had sent US an account of their sensations
upon first seeing ''the elephant" in their midst.
o. We have been requested to call attention
to the advertisement of the Thinking Spring Farm
in another column. The farm is probably one o
the best that has been offered for sale in this coun
ty 70, long while.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

Mexican Views Of the Mesiiia Question:

| Mexican Views Of the Mesiila Question.
The New Orleans ''Delta" translates the fol-
lowing article from the Trait Union, published at
the city of Mexico, in regard to the difficulties be-
tween Mexico and the United States:
"If ever war is imminent in Europe, We think
II may be considered equally so, under certain cir
eumstances, between the United States and Mex
fco The violent language Of the official journal
at Washington BODIES nothing good. 1t would
seem that the Government of Gen. Pierce is to
have the Mesilla Valley, and that a military ex-
pedtion is preparing, to contest the point with Gov
Trias, provided he opposes any resistance, which
he will. Certain American correspondence, it is
true, declares that Gen. Gadsden, United States
Minister, comes charged with full power to settle
the whole matter. His negotiations consist in an
offer by the Cabinet at Washington to cut short
all further difficulties, to indemnify Mexico for
the loss of the Mesilla Valley, and to purchase
from her another portion of the territory in the val
lev of the river ella. The United States thus
presents in one hand the purse and in the other
the sword. We doubt much whether Mexico will
accept the first, and must then, per force, take up
the latter"
In regard to the rights of Mexico to the Mesil-
Ia, the Trait Union has the following:
"M. Salazar Illariqui, Chief of the Mexican
Boundary Commission, has sent to the Govern
ment long and remarkable work upon the sub
ject. Mr.. Salazar maintains and proves that Mex
leo has an uncontestible right to that portion of
territory and that the decisions Of the Commission
are of the same force the stpulations ofhe trea
ty of Guadalupe. His convictions are go strong
that he has intimated to the Government that he
will send in his resignation if the least conces-
sons are made to Gen. Lane. Thus rests the
question on both sides. The difficulty has be-
come serious and the chances for an arrangement
are little favorable"
The Eco del Commerce., Of Vera Cruz, most
decided Santa Anna paper, says:
"The Valley ofMesilla has no Importance what
ever. Its assumed advantages for railroad route
to the Pacific have been proved false; it has no
mineral, no agricultural, nor industrial Value
The determination, therefore, TO usurp it is sus-
tanned for the purpose of creating differences, Of
provoking strife, and involving US in new war;
The blood bols in our veins at this fragrant and
criminal transgression of the laws Of society. If
we are destined by Providence to be the victim Of
American ambition, let our destiny be fuhlled,for
it is thousand times better to perish III unequal
combat than to bear such insults"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
The Difference.

The Albany .4rgo' publishes a letter from q
Mr. srcxLEs, who has recently been appointed
Postmaster at Albion, New York, written to the
Postmaster General in lS4S, in which he ayowed
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

We were very much interested in the
Charlottesville JeGersoaian' account OF the
opening Of the Central Railroad from Nee
chun.s River to the Greenwood Tunnel But
we confess to our friend Alexander, that the
pleasure it afforded us, was somewhat married
by the announcement that the beautiful cove
near the Tunnel, which he had recommended
for our villa, has already been purchased by
q gentleman from Richmond, who intends TO
h,,;ld hotel there! WELL we must submit
. q aur fate with the best grace We can.s 1t Is
not the first time that mischance came be
tween us and some object tias haa been the
theme Of cur most delightful anticipations -
Our friend having excited the fend hope IN
this case now blighted, his benevolent spirit
we are sure, viii set him to looking out Tor
another earthly paradise for our old age
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05
RICHMOND NARKErs-n.e

CORRECTED Daily.
No steamer IN up to o'clock, and nothing trans.
pred IN our market to-day worthy of any remarks
FLOuR-The market is quiet and dull. No shin.
ping demand at over sis holders generally firm al
W. waiting for the next steamer news
WHEATis active and in better demand for shin.
ping, and by our millers quote at OIL 20 to sl 30
CORN-Sales at ~ To - cents
old, $40 to s2o-in demand Pr O.
Our butchers are now well supplied with the best
beei mutton and Fork, which sells st 10 TO l21 cts
. IAiILE on the hoof-Beef6 to cts; Pork 81 to
9 cts--dull. Great many on their way FINN tho
West-must decline COON
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

The Totaceo Plant gives a very strong crow over
tbe advantages Of Clarksvi.le as tobacco market
Nearly 1000 hogsheads were sold there during the
nresent year, andthe manufacturers visited Rich
"a md 10 purchase more. Well, we are glad to
hear Of the thrift OF Clarksville; and We d. no,
entertain doubt that the farmers viii carry their
tobacco there If they can sell It TO better advan-
Ia re than at Richmond. But there turks in our
mind an idea that this village will continue to main
tain It's superiority IN that respect
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

RoAsoKE VALLEY kAILHoAD-We ieaIni 'o'n
the Tobacco Plant that the railroad con1ectihg
town Of ciarksyille with the Raleigh and siaS'on
Railroad at Ridgewsy, n. c, Is nearly compie'ed'
THE track is to be laid with the U rail.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

RAscsoyr's HIsTozY.--The admirers Of MI Ban
cyof rill be glad to learn that the SIKH volume pf
- Ifforv Of the American colonies L nearly rHa
- ~ ltae pre4s, and Niil econ nase lis appear
&see,
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

On Sunday, the 9Th Instant LETTIE JANE.
youngest child Of James 4. and Eliza j Davis ared
smonths Her funeral win take place from the res
dsncs Of her parents this mornne ct 10 O'Clock The
friends of the family are respectfully invited to at
tend,
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

ry- FUNERAL NoTICE.-The {, lend. and A..
quaintances OF the late JOHN ScIEisER are reouest
ed 70 attend his funeral This Afternoon at o;sloek
at the German Lutheran Church
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

Three gold mines In Union county, X c. hare
been purchased BY an association OF New Sefh
espfalstA
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

The above Timbers to be either heart yellow pine
or white OAK bat must be altogether OF one species
of Timber.
10 III feet board measure Yellow Pine Plank for
sheathing, 81 feet long, not less than nor more
than Il inches wide and inches thick.
81 NJ feet board measure White Oak Plank for foot
way "A feet long, IL inches wide and inches
thick.
The above Bill of Timber and Plank to be entire
heart of best quality sawed straight and true and to
be free from Knots shakes rot and every description
wharf of the James River and Kanawha company
at Rockets. Onethird of each item in the Bill Of
Timber TO be delivered before the LIST day of
February next. The balance of the Timber and the
Plank to be delivered before the LIST eay of
March next. d. S. WALTON
Principal Asst Engineer
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05
YORK TOWN, BALTIMORE, AND
= LITERARY CURIOSITY.--.J. "

7 LITERARY CURIOS1TY.-~.J. w.
H RANDOLPH has Tor sale, at S50G-President
Jetierson's Copy, (Stockdale'a London edition Of
l787 OF the notes OF Virginia, with his last additions
(They numerous) and corrections in manuscript,
and four manuscript maps of caves, mounds ortitca-
items, &c.
Manuscript Letters from General Dearborn and
Judge Gibson, relating TO the murder of Logan, &C.
This copy also contains Fry and Jefersou's map of
is very valuable account of the public places and
private residences which to be found on any
other map.
A Typographical Analysis Of Virginia for 1890: q
curious and use fu sheet for historical reference
Manuscript TRANSACTIONS Of all of Jehersols notes ia
foreign languages, by Prof schele de We're, of the
University of Virginia. de q
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

u PHOENIX BANK.-The Notes of this Issue
will be redeemed in Richmond by II. t. PAIRO
CO; in Washington City by PAIRO X NOURSE.
ne pts
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-05

Cg~ ABEL U. MAYO, ATTORNEY AT LAW
AND NOTARY PUBLIC Office Franklin street,
under the Metropolitan Hall, Richmond, Va