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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03
Foul Murder.

A stranger passing Tavern in Henrico co., a
bout ten miles above this city, called In to have
some refreshments, and having taken from a bun
die of notes whatever amount was necessary to
pay his bill, and receiving back his change. pro-
ceeded on his way. Three notorious villains,
named John Browning, John Smoote and VIM.
James Thorpe, who, we are informed were in the
Tavern when the stranger incautously exhibit
ed his money, pursued him and arrested him as
fugitive who had robbed some one on board
packet boat When on their way, as it were to
a magistrate, with the innocent man in charge,
they were met by Mr.. Blackburn. The wretch
ed man implored him most pteously to release
him. protesting emphatically his innocence. But
Mr.. B. having no knowledge of the affair, refused
to interfere The person then took out his money
which amounted TO $50, land begged that he would
take charge of it. This Mr.. B. also declined, not
wishing to mp.icate himself in the affair, and be-
inc entirely ignorant whether or not the charge
was true. The three proceeded onward with their
guiltless charge, and, as we understand, in diff
ferent direction from that marked out by Mr.
Blackburn as the nearest way to a magistrate.
In the course of tho evening they returned to
the tavern and. as we are informed, gave the pro
prietor 81 bill in payment of some drink, which
he recognised as having given to the stranger
short time before.
Up to Wednesday last all inquiry and exertions
to ascertain the fate of the poor stranger were un-
avaling, and though two of the party, Browning
and Smoote, were arrested on suspicion, no fur
the. stepts were taken because o. the absence of -
nv proof-Rich. Wing.
Since the above was written, one of the three
who were arrested, has turned States evidence,
and says, that they attacked the stranger took his
money from him, and as he started to run away
one of them pursued him and knocked him sense
less, and that they then left him. Great excite
ment still prevails in Eenfico, and party OF a
hundred men were org anized for thorough search
on Thursday last Charlottesville .4drocate.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

An EXCITING HAcE.-A man named JOHN
CoNNERLY was brought before the Mayor one day
last week, charged with stealing two watches
from Mr.. j. FuLLER's establishment, near the
Virginia Hotel 1t appears that CoNsERLY had
taken his watch to MIR. FULLER to have il re-
pared, and while the latter was engaged in exam
ming it, CoNNEnLr, thinking this a free coGntry,
quietly helped himself to two other watches
that were hanging within reach and as quietly
retired. Mr.. F., was not long in discovering the
theft, and starting in pursuit of the rogue over
hauled him short distance from the shop and
demanded the watches; but CoNNERLY having
no idea of giving them up, took to his heels
leaving Mr.. FULLER to follow if he liked, which
he did at the top ofhs speed. Persons on the street
at the time, thinking, perhaps, that the runners had
been pitted against each other for race, promptly
gave them clear road and stopped to enjoy the
sport. Both came up street like couple ofquar-
ter nags, but CeNSERLr, being young and ac'
tive man, Mr. F., was finally compelled to call
for aid, which was promptly rendered, the thief
stopped and the watches recovered. CoSNGRLy
was sent on for trial.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

Or Some fifty or sixty negro men intended Tor
the work on the Railroad west of this place, ar
rived here Monday evening last. They were in
shargs of Mr.. McCoY, of Page county, and SEEM
ed to be hearty and hale set of fellows. Negro
labor is said to DO cheaper and more efficient than
white, and much preferable every way; not be-
ing subject to strikes, SC. Large Numbers have
already superseded the white hands in the vicini-
sy of the Blue Ridge and on thetunnel, and other
contractors, along the line Of the road, design en-
Yloyiny them very soon.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03
Speaking Out.

When Democratic Journals speak out against
the Administration in such terms as the following,
what are Wings to think! Here is what the
Shawneetown NLinoien, strong Democratic Pc
per saws: dissatisfaction prevails everywhere
at the unjust distribution of Government patroa-
are It is not confined TO any particular district,
hut is general. The Press is pony which never
Jumps except when touched by official spurs, yet,
notwithstanding, it is compelled to move before
the tide Of popsiar Indignation. The papers Of
Ohio, New York, and Mississippi condemn the
appointments in unmeasured terms. A stern re-
buke from New Hampshire has been given to pc
litical gamblers, and everywhere we hear the
same cry and see the same honest spirit manifest
ed. Since obs"urty has become claim to the
Presidency, the ADMINISTRATION has been sartound-
ed bv embryo statesmen and slumbering intellect,
ready to peddle their souls for foreign mission
a seat in the Cabinet or lodgings in the White
House. President Pierce is surrounded on all
sides by treachery, and entrenched by ten thou
sand aspirants for immortality; he can only hear
the tr,th from the iasuted masses, and we say
let the voice ofthe storm be heard at Washington.
II has been asked by ore of OFT contemporaries, if
it could he expected that ali Should be pleased p
Certainly not. Those who failed in their lauda-
BILE desires to serve the country, are rot perhaps in
the best humors but the majority Of the people
are easily satisfed-they were satisfied at the dis
tributions made by Polk, Van Buren,, and Jackson
and there is no reason why satisfaction should
not have been given them now. The Democra-
cy everywhere broken discord regns supreme,
and the noble structure reared in 1852 now lies
in ruins, and before the contest of '56, it will,
we predict, be overgrown with weeds Of Abolition
growth.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

1,irTELL's LIVING AGE.-This admirable pub.
LEGATION comes to hand regularly every week.
The last number, for July Goth, presents very
attractive table of contents. Every person that
wishes to cultivate literary taste, and can COM
mand Sc, ought to become asubscriber. Address
z. LIrrzLL s. Co.. Boston,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

ncy- The Postmaster General has decided that
the postage on letters cannot be paid with stamp
cut from stamped envelope and pasted on anoth-
er envelope.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

BLAcKwooD's MAGAzINE.-Contents of the
July number: L. Weiss's History of the French
Protestant Refugees, 2. Legends ofthe Madonna,
by Mts. Jameson, 8. Lady Lees Widowhood,-
Part VII, A. The Late Marquis Of Londonderry,
5. Paris Theatricals, 6. The Fire Arts and the
Public Taste in 1853, 7. A Chapter OR Life AS
surance, s. Gold and Emigration: in their Eff
fects, Social and Political. Republished in New
York, by LEONARD Scorr s Co., at S. year
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

U-There will be called meeting of Licking
ton Presbytery held this afternoon in the Lecture
Room of the Presbyterian Church in this place
We are not informed as to the object Of the meet
inU
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03
New and Valuable Map.

We were shown few days since new anu
beautiful map of that portion of North America
exhibiting the United States and Territories, the
Cahadas, New Brunswick land Nova Scotia ; al
30 Mexico, Central America and the West India
Islands published by j. MoNK, Baltimore which
surpasses both in comprehensrseness and style OF
execution any work the kind we have hereto
Aure seem Itshows;at one glance the whole con-
tinent from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific, and
from the regions of perpetual snow andice to South
America; and all upon the same extended scale,
thereby showing the relative size and position OF
The new portions of the cvthtry to the old; and
Having no parts detached abb shown in corners as
has hitherto been the case with maps of this char
acter. That portion Of it which shows Catyor-
mia and the gdld region, Utah and the SAT- Lake
settlement, will be found at this time particularly
Interesting being the only work Of tire kind which
pives the boundaries ard different lucaeities ac-
cording to tile government recordsand official sur
veys. 1t has also engraved ina vacant eofacr
Map df the World on MtRcAroR's projection, on
something Of new plan, which shows all the
great sailing routes from different CHARTERS Of the
globe. Being furnished too at a comparatively
Tow cost we bespeak at it extensive circulation
1t should End place in all our public schools, as
web as in the Dwelling Of every private citizen,
as it must eventually take the place Of these i'm
perfect and Anticipated specimens of geographical
charts, which have hitherto occupied those places.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

0o- The cars of the Central Railroad will run
on the road between Waynesborough ard Staun-
ton on the 18th of August
The above paragraph is still going the rounds
Of the newspapers. We believe, however, that it
is not contemplated to run the cars between
Waynesborough and Stauntoh until the Temporal
nv track across the mountan is completed-about
the first of January probably. 1t is certain that
the cars will not be able to reach Staunoa by the
18th instant
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

o. The recent abundant rains in this region
have caused the growing corn to sPnng into new
life, and an unprecedented yield is anticipated.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03
ms. We are indebted to the publishers for the

CO. We are Indebted to the publishers for the
August No. of GRAHAM's MACHINE, aud again
cordially recommend the publication to our friends
as one of the best in the country. The reading
matter is always selected with great care, and
the tone OF the Magazine, elevated and refined
The illustrations are always good and frequently
eycellsnf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03
Putnam's Monthly.

The August number of this able and interesting
publication has been received, through MIR. H..
CowAN. The contents are !. Our Crystal Pal
ace, Q. Tuleem, 3. Curiosities of Puritan History,
A. Letters of Parepidemus, 5. Acadie,or the Birth
place of Evaugeline, 6. The Old Mill, Z. The
Enchanted Mule, 8. Sonnet, 9. Keeping School
in Texas, TO- Letter from Hiram Powers, IL.
Wensley Continued, IL. Academies and Univer-
sites, Is. Rejected MSS, IA. Russian Despo-
tisn and its Victims, Is. Adventures on Drift
Log, l6. On the Gothic Style in the Fine Arts.
II. Virginia: Past and Present, Is. The Tree of
Life, 10. "reminiscences Of an Ex-Jesuit, ~ Wis
it to Gold Chain Mandatory, q. Editorial
Notes.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

The FISHERY NEGoTIATIoNs.-ft is feared
that the new issue which has suspended nege,ia-
tions on the Fishery question may lead to itOab-
le The Washington Republic says
at is an interesting fact that peace between
the United States and Great Britain depends at
this time almost entirely on the prudence and for
bearance of our fishermen. A British fleet guards
the shores of Nova Scotia, ready to pick up our
fishermen if they violate the treaty of 1918. as
the crown lawyers constitute it,even though they
keep the three marine miles from the shore, be .
yond which. we admit. we are ordered by that
treaty, except for refreshment and refuge. Com
modore Shubrick will endeavot to induce Ameri-
can fishermen not to provoke an armed issue
But if any one of them choose to assert the right
which the Administration declares to be his I'M
der the treaty if, in other words, he crosses the
lire drawn from headland to headland, according
to British construction, and if, while three marine
miles or more distant from the coast, he shall be
molested by any of her Majesty's cruisers, Com
modore Shubrick will be compelled to defend him
to the last extremity in the rights the Admins
tration asserts for hm."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03
NJ TIE .Ns,c Rerk Courier, adverting to the

o. TIE .A&w Rerk Courier, adverting to the
symptoms Of dscord which are manifesting them
selves in the democratic ranks, says:
ssImportant elections are about To take place in
the Southern States, and it is rot now the policy
to make any movement likely to startle the De-
mocracy of that section. But Immediately that
they are e~er,the Question ofredeeming the pledg-
es made to Mr. DIX, m regard to the French mis-
son will be decided, and tire best informed spec
ulators on the motives and policy of the Execu-
tive, consider his appointment inevitable. This
will give momeRaGm TO the movements OF the Ma
tenal Democrats, and we should not be surprised
if their organ at once attsiDed position of great
influence and power with the party. The extent
of the disaffecton in this State is evinced by the
recent declaration of Gov Dickinson, that sat all
times md upon all occasions he should be found op-
posed to this hybid administration" and by the
letter of Mr.. Taylor of our State Legislature to
the editor of the Union, on the Champlin resou-
tons. The split in the party will beginner rather
has begun, in this State. The opposition to the
President will be based not upon measures but up
ON offices. 1t will rot be fally developed, of
course, until the meeting Of Congress. when 1t will
enliveu the discussions AND straggfes."
Gov. DICKINSON is the recognised leader of the
National, or Union, Democrats at the North, and
in the Baltimore Convention was, for thirty five
ballots the chosen candidate for the Presidency OF
the Southern Union Democrats.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

os- An article Of great significance, as we re-
gard it, appeared in the Washington Union o
yesterday. 1t was the leading editorial of that
number, devoted to the discussion of the constitu-
tiona power of the Government to construct rail
road ito connect the Atlantic and Paclic oceans"
We cannot he in error in presuming that the artl-
Gle expresses the views OF the Executive on this
important question its iefuaity, and its jaslics-
tioH of the opinions expressed by two OF The Cab
met Ministers in public speeches week Of two
ago on the same subject, leave no doubt OF its Sc
mi official character. Viewing it in this light,wb
could hardly believe that we read it Alright. Sare
for its greater ability, we could almost imagine
that we were reading an article of the lnelllgen-
Ger of the olden time, when we used to do battle
for The same doctrines against the school OF strict
constructionists. who denied to the Government
almost every power except that of making war
and laying taxes; and when we had lead the ar
ticle through we could hardly persuade Ourselves
that we had not been pcrusing one of Nj. Clay's
noble speeches in deieace Of the constitutional
power of internal improvement. go similar are the
arguments Of the two. ii we have read the artl-
Gle Alright, it is suspicious of wiser counsels and
an important change of policy in the dominant
party. Reason and the public veal, we trust,are
about te assert their long lost supremacy in the
Democratic creed. The idea is almost too cheer
ing for belief We will wipe our specfacles and
give the article more careful examination
Mi INTEL of SatHdau
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

SUPERIOR article of Turkey Rhnbarb, Spon-
~ ges, Syrnges sc. &c., for sale by
August 3, 1853. LAIRD s TRIMBLE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03
WOODWARD HOUSE,
STAUNT0N, VA.

yVNHE, subscriber has recently made extensive
l. additions to his Hotel, and fitted up the whole
establishment in superior style. The House will
be opened on the 10Th August for entertainment
of travellers and boarders by the week, niphth OF
year. Country custom and patronage geherally,
respectfully solicited. Every paths will be taken
to afford satisfaction.
JOS. n. WOODWARD
Staunton, August 3, 1853. Z
E9- Semi weekly Richmond Wing and En-
quirer, Tri-weekly National Intelligencer. Daily
Baltimore Sun, and Wine. Republican, copy limo.
nRuGS. &c.--Alcohol. Fish Oil, Cod Liver
81 Oil (Rushton. Clark s Coy, Sulph. Morphin,
Sulph Quinia, Tariarc Acid Sum Myrrh, Cream
Tartar, Pulv. Colombo. Calomel. Bhe Mass,
Pulv. Cantharides. Mama, Browns Essence Gin
ger (Jamaica), Bakers Broma. Thompson's Eye
Water, for sale by LAIRD s. TRlMBLE.
Stanton, August 3. 1853. .fJ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

11>INE assortment of Paint and vafnish Brush.
IL es, Camel Hair Pencils. &c. &c.. for sale by
August 3, 1853. LAIRD & TRiMB1E.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

OShO Pounds Country cured BACON jus,
cow received and for sale by
DEAKINS 4 MERRITT.
Staunton, August 3, 1853.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

Gc-The railroads completed in this State amount
to about 600 miles; aud 6l0 miles more are in
progress.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

The UNIrsp STATES AND AUsTRA.-Commo-
dore Stringhams salute to Baron Bruck, the Aus
tran Envoy to Constantinople, is said to give dis
satisfaction in official circles at Washington, and
GOOD deal of interest is manifested to hear the
Commodore's explanation The Union and In
telligencer, however, defend the Commodore, as
having acted in accordance with strict national
usage. Kussuth, in his letters to the New York
Times. is endeavoring to stir up an excitement on
The subject and is severely rebuked by the Union,
which paper. in speaking of him, say,:-
.He is an enthusiast, breeding continually on
one idea. and that vast and sublime idea; an e.
gotist, evidently regarding himself, and desiring
Others to regard him, as the leader of European
democracy, and hence dognatical in his opinions,
censorieus in his judgments, and wholly unsafe in
his counsels."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03

Ns- A letter from an officer in the United States
Army. dated Fort Brown, Texas, July 6ih.says /:
sour Mexican neighbors are in considerable COM
motion, arising from the movements of Santa Anna.
Troops are arriving on the frontiers, and Mexico
is assuming quite fierce attitude. Some are an
ticipating blow in our direction, but do not be-
lieve any such thing will occur. Santa Anna
hates us, 1t is true, but all his talk is for Bun
combe. He wants large army; and, therefore,
talks Of invading the United States to get one to-
pether. His first battle will be with his own peo-
PIE. Great dissatisfaction already exists, and we
may expect soon to see pronunciamentos as abun-
dant as ever. The dsarming of the people and
his CONSUMPTION are not at all palatable."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-08-03
Later from Europe,

The steamer Asia, arrived at New York ,brings
Liverpool dates of the 10th instant.
So far as known no change had taken place in
the affairs of Russia and Turkey, bat peaceful
settlement of the difficulty was still expected. 1t
was reported that the English, French, Austrian.
and Prussian Ambassadors at Constantlnople had
drawn up conciliatory note, which the Sultan APP
proved and accepted, and which was then sent TO
the Emperor Of Russia for his acceptance. The
general impression prevailed that he would accede
to the proposition. Its nature and terms are I'M
known.
The Liverpool cotton market had undergone no
change; breadstuffs had slightly improved.
MISSISSIPPI WING Commemorative Wing
Convention of Mississippi assembled at the Capt.
to in Jackson, in that State, on the | lth ult.
The convention nominated the Hon. Francis Nj
Rogers, of Monroe county, as the Wing candi-
date for the office of Governor, and Daniel r.
Russell, of Carroll, Jas. A. Horne, of Lauderdale.
and George Fl. Fooe, for the respective offices of
Auditor of Public Accounts, Secretary of State,
and Attorney General. leaving blank for the Of
fec Of Treasurer. The convention adopted res
oution. among others, condemning the appoint
ment Of Freesoilers and SeceSsionsts by President
Pierce.
Iowa capitol reporter. [volume] (Iowa City, Iowa) 1841-1855, 1853-07-06
BE firm.

Let the winds blow, and the waves
of society beat and frown about you,
if they will; but keep your soulin rec
titude, and it will be firm as a rock.
Plant yourself upon principle, and
bid defiance to misfortune. If Cos
sip, with her poisoned tongue, med
dies with your good name--it her dis
ciples, who infest every town and
hamlet, make your disgrace the bur-
den Of their song, heed them not. II
is their bread and their meat to SLAM
der. Treat their idle words as you
would treat the Kissing of serpent
or the buzzing Of many insects
Garry yourself erect. and by the
serenity of your countenance, and
the purity of your life, give the lie to
all who would berate and belittIe
you. Why be afraid of any man?
Why cover and tremble in the pres
ence of the rich? Why
Crook the plant hinges Of the knee
That thrift tnay follow fawning?
Why care for the frowns of an arti-
fetal society? No! no! friend, fear
them not-fear them not! Build nr
your character with holy principles
and if your path be not strown with
flowers, let it be beautiful with the
light of divine lie; and you will leave
behind you, a noble example, which
will be to the world a perennial flower
whose leaves will be healing to the
nations, and its fragrance the pan
acea of the soul.-Pioneer.