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Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12
Our Female Academy.


be seen by reference to the Advertisement
Of Prof Slack, will commence on the 9TH of
February next. During the past five years,
we have so frequently had occasion to speak
in favorable terms of this school, that our
views respecting its management and merits
must by this time, be well known to our
readers.
This institution, under the management
Of Prof Slack. commenced nearly five years
ago, under unfavorable circumstances grow
ing out of former mismanagement, and it
has steadily and unremittirgly worked its
way in the popular favor, until it now occu-
pies position far in advance of any other
similar institution in this region of country.
Prof Slack, we venture to assert. from his
long experience in teaching, the able assist
ants engaged with him, and the many faciii-
ties he has so liberally provided, is as well
prepared to give instructions in all the
branches Of female education, as many of the
long established and largely endowed schools
in other and older States.
Here then, we would say, is a school, a
long tried and successful one, situated in
one of the most healthy and fourishing
places in the State, and worthy Of a liberal
and extended patronage may we not be-
speak for it a warm and encouraging sup
port.
Many pupils from different counties in our
own State, and from Louisiana and Texas,
have availed, and are still availing them
selves Of the advantages which this school
offers. There is yet room for more, and we
desire to see a school, such as that over which
Prof Slack presides, receive the full and
hearty support of all, who in any degree
feel interested in the education of youth,
ard the encouragement Of well managed
and useful institution. There is no reason
why this school. thus favorably situated-so
we'll supplied as it is with instructors and
all TIE necessary facilities for instruction,
provided also with commodiousandl handsome
buildings, and fostered by an extensive and
valuable patronage, should not rank among
the first in the South It needs no fulsome
putting. Its own merits, so often and so full
ly manifested before the community, should
secure for it the influence and support Of al,
for all are interested, to some extent, in the
work Of education We desire to see pu-
pills hocking in from al directions-we wish,
and hope to see this school placed at once,
in point Of numbers, Oh an equality with
some others which may be superior in pre-
tensions, but inferior in real merit and
lasts but not least we wish to see Prof. s.
reap a substantial reward for the energy,
skill, and untiring devotion, which have led
him, year after year, to persevere in the
midst Of obstacles and in spite Of them, in
his work Of building up school which should
give us The advantages of a solid and polite
education, and reflect honor upon the COM
munity whose influence has aided and sus-
tanned bis efforts.
The advertisement for the 10th session of
this institution, to which we invite attention,
will be found in our columns to-day
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

Thos. Denny Sargent, of Washington,
publishes a notice in the London Times,
stating that all matters in dispute between
himself and Col. Fremont, in relation to the
California possessions Of the latter, have
been amieably settled, and that ne has been
paid by Col. Fremont the sum Of $4,000,
which had been paid over by Mr. S. to Col.
Benton On account of the purchase. Mr.
Sargent relinquishes all claim to the estate.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

Alabama journals indicate an intention to
extend formal invitation to Mr.. Fillmore to
visit that State, in or after March next, that
an opportunity may be afforded to the citi-
zens of expressing their appreciation of his
fidelity to Southern interests.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

EThe "Sonora (Cal) Herald" records
the finding of a ''big chunk Of the precious
metal, in the vicinity Of thatplace 1t was
found by couple of Frenchnen, at the head
Of Dragon Gulch, and weighed 116 ounces.
The finders sold it to banker there, for
$780,
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12
THE TELEGRAPH.
ASHIN GTON:
WEDNESDAYS: JAN. I2, 1853.

20 Hon. WM. CONWAY B. formerly
Judge of this judicial district died at the
residence of his brother Gov E. N. Conway,
at Little Rock, on the 29th ult
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

The renowned Tristan Burgess, of Rhode
Island, distinguished for his eloquence and
ability in Congress, especially in his rencontre
with John Randolph, is still alive and hear
ty. though now in his SD year He retains
his mind, and his pen is busy in prose and
poetry.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12
Hon. r. W. Johnson,
u. S. House of Reps.

Extract Of Letter from Major Richard Pryor, of
Hampstead County, arkansas a Planter on Red
Rirer.
Il fear the contract for the removal of the Raft
will be bad one 1t seems to be restricted to
the FeBlorci cniy. The terms should be to remove
the present obstruction, and keep the river open
say to Loggy Bayou, for period of years. Let
the contractor have the 100000 at once, and
give bond with good security to keep the river
open for period of years. This is all we need
By that time if we can get nothing more from
Congress, the population of the country will be
able to keep the river OPEN But if the contract
be simply to remore the present obstruction. the
river will be again closed up by the first DRIFT Of
logs | trust tif you agree with mel you will have
the terms altered. Let the contract out to the
man who will remove the present obstruction
and keep the river open the longest time for the
amount appropriated, the work to be done by the
1st day of January, 1854, which win be in time
for our next crop. 1t cannot be done sooner
There should also be one proviso That the river
shall not be closed, at any time, longer than Is
days and that Immediately after heavy float of
timber. This is the only way in which the mo
ney can be expended for the benefit of the coun-
try; and it will NEE. the appreciation of all who
are interested.
An editorial extract from the Washington Tel
egraph, highly respectable newspaper in Hemp
stead county, Arkansas, near Red River. and fair
ly representing the views of the intelligent plant
ers and farmers of that region of country.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12
CONGR SIONAL.
WASHINGTON, Dec. %

SENATE-Mr. Borland introduced a joint
resolution explanatory Of the act appropFiat-
ing money for the removal Of the raft in Red
river.
Mr.. Borland explained the object Of the
bill, and Mr.. Rusk supposed it unnecessary
to refer it to committee. twas therefore
considered by unanimous consent and passed.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

When Anaxagoras was told Of the death
Of his son, he only said, "I knei0 he lcas
marital. So we, in all casualties Of life,
should say. knew my riches were uncer-
tain, that my friend was but man. Such
considerations would soon pacify u, because
all our troubles proceed from their being un-
expected.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

Gum ELAsrIc.-It is said that not only
flutes are made of India rubber, but canes,
violins, and guitars Indeed, by some new
process the material is made SO hard, that,
it is difficult to find tools with which to work
f.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

A London letter to the n Y. Tribune
contains the intelligence Of the disastrous
defeat of Russian army of thirty thousand
men by the mountaineers Of Circassia.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

alton, for few years at least. in order that the
river throughout the present raft region may be
improved by the unnbstructeA actior- Of the wa
ter upon the banks, and to aid it, effect it may also
be found necessary to increase the current, by
making one or more cuts-off. "A thorough and
scientific examination Of the work should in our
opinion be made, and the contract should be
awarded to whoever would remove the present
obstruction, and keep the river OPEN the greatest
length Of time, for the amount of the appropia-
ton, in accordance with some fixed and definite
plan OF operation. The adoption of this course
would secure permanent navigation TO upper Red
River, Without something of this character,
we fear, the amount appropriated, will be ex-
pended without accomplishing any permanent
good
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12
am, very respectfully,
Your obedient servant,
SOLON BORLAND.

". H ETTER, ESQ.
Editor Telegraph
Washington, Ark
P. S. Since the foregoing was written. I
have introduced the Joint Resolution, and.
without reference to a committee, it was, at
once, unanimously passed and sent to the
House. have seen Mr. JOHNSON, and he
will endeavor to get early action upon it
The thing, itself, is so reasonable and pro-
per, that cannot doubt Of its success.
s. B.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12
EEed River Raft.

We publish to-day, for the information of our
readers. the advertisement of Col Albert, for re-
ceiving proposals for the removal of the Raft of
Red River The plan of operations set forth in
the notice does not fully meet the views of those
who feel so deep an interest in the permanent re-
moval of this obstruction, as do the people of up
per Red River; as it will evidently furnish only
temporary relief. The removal and destruction
OF the present raft is essential but that alone is
not all that is necessary to insure permanent nav
igation. It will be necessary to prevent reform
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12
Arrival Of the Franklin.

NEW I oRK, Dec. 3Uth.
The Franklin arrival al Halifax, from
Havre and Southampton, with dates to the
18th inst
The opinion gains ground that the British
Ministry will b compelled to resign. Busi-
ness in The manufacturing districts of Eng
land was active.
Mr.. Livingston. the American Consul,
died at Halifax On Sunday last
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12
= JOINT RE5OEUEHON.

EPLANATORT or THE ACT APPROPEIATING
MONEY FOR THE REMOVAL Or THE RAFT
OF RED RIVER.
BE IL reaolrcd By The Senate and Horse Of Repre-
setatres Of The GFtfed States Of .41cricn ia Con-
gress assembled, That 50 mn-h OF the act entitled
An act making appropriations for the improve
ment of certain Harbors and Rivers and" approv-
ed August 80, 1852, as relates to Red River be
so construed as to authorize the Secretary OF War
TO award the contract for the removal of o5struc-
tons to the navigation OF said River. occasioned
by the Raft, TO the person persons who, for the
amount of the appropriation, will agree to remove
said distractions, and keep said navigation free
from the same. for the longest period OF time; said
contract 10 be awarded after reasonable public no.
tice.
We entertain confident hope Of getting
this passed, in time to meet our views; espe-
cially, since the Secretary has 50 modified
his advertisement, as to make the first Of
February, instead Of january, the time for
opening the bida. Of course, il We get our
Resolution passed in time, another adver-
tisement still, will have to be published
proposing for contract under the new and
enlarged terms Of the new, or explanatory
law.
l have gone thus into particulars, about
this matter, believing that you and your
readers are looking to it with special inter
est, and are desirons to learn all that affects
it. And although have written this with
Railroad haste and have no time for revi-
sion, it is at your serviee, for such use as
you may deem best to make Of it-provided
you will Be kind enough to correct such er-
rors as have resulted from haste and mad
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

Mt IIlflH-AtOLi Llc AulSflcal tDDSul,
died at Halifax On Sunday last
MAILS Losr.-It viii be seen, BY the fol-
lowing letter from the Postmaster at Little
Rock, TO the editors of the Gazette and Dem
ocrat, that the mails made up by him. on the
10th and 1lth ult., for New Orleans, were
undoubtedly lost, by the sinking ofthe steam
er Western World. below Napoleon, in the
Mississippi river. on the 14th Dee. last.
PosT OFFICE, LITTLE Rock,
January, 6, 1853
lIeSSrS. TIT e. and "a. H. Woodruff.
GENTLEMEN-I desire to give notice
through your paper, that the mails made I'D
at this Office, on the 10th and 1lth Decem-
Der last, for New Orleans, were lost (as [
have every reason to belieye), BY the sink
ing Of the steamer Western World. on OF
about the 14th December TIE mails made
up on the 10th, were composed entirely Of
letters deposited in this office. The mail
made up on the 1lth, was large, and was
composed of letters deposited in this Office,
and those received from the southern por-
ton Of Arkansas and northeast Texas, for
distribution. have learned that both mails
have failed to reach New Orleans, and. also.
that both mails were shipped on the above
boat. Yours. respectfully.
WM. II. POPE, z. lL.
Washington telegraph., 1853-01-12

EPLAEATORT OF THE ACT APPROPRIATE
MONEY FOR THE REMOVAL oF THE RAFT
OF RED RIVER.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
HARRIsON'S COMP. SANATIVE PILL.

NOR the first time now introduce in public
III manner this Pill, although have been man.
ufacturing and selling them for several years. and
their use has been accompanied with the most sal
utary effects in numerous cases, giving the most
satisfactory evidence of their efficacy to accom-
plsh all that is contemplated in their design,
therefore do not wish them to come before the
public invested with all the curative powers Of
the Materia Medca but simple in its constituents:
it has proven itself able to overcome and complete
ly put to rout many of the diseases to which the
human system is liable. therefore, now, prompt
ed by motives of bepeyo;ence and from a sense of
duty. originating in and sustained by the good
these pills are efecting, by alternating the ills of
suffering humanity, throw forth the crumbs upon
the waters, hoping they may be gathered up ma
ny days hence.
We recommend these pills in the following dis.
eases Dyspepsia, Gastrodinia or pain in the stc-
mache, resulting most frequently from wind, En-
teritis or inflammation of the small intestines which
is always accompanied with fatulcnce and hard
ness of the abdomen Swimming in the head, bad
Colds pains in the limbs Rheumatism, Neuralgia,
and many other secondary diseases which have
their origin in the arrangement Of the Liver and
Stomach. Price 2s cts q box, directions will &C
company each box. Prepared and sold only BY
r.. HARRISON,
Druggist.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
DRUGS, MEDICINES, PAINTS, OILS,
DYE-srUFFs, wiNDOw-GLA

II HAVE latelyrecruited and enlarged my stock
i of the above articles, and am prepared to offer
fresh and genuine a. reasonable prices-also
large assortment ofPArEsr OR FAMILY MEDICINES
comprising almost every PREPARATION under this
head-Ayer's Cherry Pectoral, DR.. De Rusey's
celebrated Cough Candy, Hances' Compound Sy-
rup of Horehound. Lung syrups, Harrisons Cherry
Syrup, &c, for colds and coughs, Harris Virginia
Bitters, Old and Young Dr. Townsend's Sarsapa-
rilla, Sands ditto, Hampton's Vegetable Tinotnre
Swaimes Panacca, IIarrisons Compound Pill, Di
Wis l. Miller's Pain Killer, Duyre's Pain Killer,
&c. SC, for Dyspepsia. Scrofula, Headache, Tooth
ache, &c. also all Of DR.. Jaynes' celebrated family
medicines kept constantly on hand, in addition to
numerous other preparations too numerous to
mention. JNo. r. HAkklSONi ~
December %. 1852
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
FRESH ARRIVAL
j. w. GRANTHAM'S
NEW AND CHI ZAP STORE

lIAvING recently purchased the stock of
IL Goods formerly owned by Mr.. Newcom-
er, OF Martnsburg, and having just returned
from New York, Philadelphia and Baltimore
with large and well-selecied stock Of
Spring and Sum nner Goods,
at such unusual low rates as we'll as the great
variety Of STYLES and patterns, that feel conf
dent can make Il 10 the interest OF all those
wanting goods OF any variety 10 call and ex-
anime my stock and prices before purchasing
elsewhere. AM confident can save l2s per
cent. TO the purchaser. The stock consists of
general variety part OF which is as follows:
Cioihs-Bue. Hack. Olive. Green, Mixed I;
Cassin,eres-Fancv, PLAIN, Mixed and Drab;
Satiinefis-Blue. Black, Grey and Cade;
Mixed; Full and Plaid Linseys and Flannels I
White, Red. Green and Dotted Flannels I;
Carpeting. few pieces; quantity of Blan-
kets; Brown Musllns; Osnaburgs Brown,
Bleached and Colored DrilIngs Canton Elan
nels and Bleached Shrlings and Shee,iugs !;
Irish Linens and Threads; large lot OF
Prints, both English and American Manufac-
lures. from 81 10 "a cents. some Of which are
entirely new patterns and styles, that must
please Ginghams. Apron Checks, Cash
meres and Mouselin de Lane some of which
are all wool; Gents ard Wo.nan's Buckskin,
Berlin and Lisle Thread Gloves--n fact a
general assortment of Hosiery; Wool Com
forts, Vctorines aud Hoods; Comforts and
Undershirts. silk and wool, both Tor Ladies
and Gentlemen: Ladies and Gentlemen's Ira
yelling Bags; Boots and Shoes. full assort-
ment; Men and Boys Kip and Calf Water
Proof Boots; Women's Opera, Kid and Bus
kin Shoes and CATER Boots, both fer Gentle
men and Ladies Gum Over Shoes OF New
pattern Hats and Caps. any quantity Hard
ware and Queensware, large assortment
Coffee. Tea, Sugar. Molasses, Pepper and
Spices; a fine article of Chewing Tobacco as
well as Smoking, Seg,rs, &c.. in fact il is IN
necessary TO enumerate many of the various
articles that keep, but call and see wha, |
have, as il will afford me pleasure to show my
goods and give you my extreme low prices
J assure you think il no trouble 10 show you
goods, bu, feel gaaliied TO have the chance to
do so. MAY IS, 1858.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
CALL At ONCE!
New Fall and Winter Goods.

I TAKE pleasure in announcing TO my old
i friends and the public generally, that am
now opening III e largest. prettiest and cheapest
stock o. FRESH GOODS ever offered in this
section of country. II would be idle to at
tempt catalogue, suffice il TO say. that at
No. i, AT THE NEW DEPOT,
you can find any thing you may want. and al
the lowest possible prices. My stock of
Cloths, Cassi,neres. Vestmgs;
Dress Goods Of euery description;
Boots and Shoes, Hosiery;
Hats. Caps and Bonnets;
Ready Made Clothing
Hard,care, Queens and Glass Ware;
Domestic Goods, Groceries
Zines, Brandies, &c.,
canno, be surpassed by any houss in the valley
eu-Cal early and judge for yourselves.
Oct. 20, 1852. b. X. BOYD.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
IsGglSu EsgG.
LOWEST PRICE STORE.

&TlNE has Just received and has now on
~ exhibition, one OF the largest and most
perfect assor,men,s Of Gcntlemen's ClO-
thing ever offered in this market. His stock
of Ready Made consists in part Of Dress
and Frock Coats Sacks. Pants, Vests. Of the
very fines, material, and the best workmanship.
Satinel and Tweed Goats. Pants, Vests, SC.
BOys Clothing, a large and general as
sortment also Hats. Caps Boots, Shoes. Gal
ter Shoes Trunks. Valises Umbrellas Shirts
Collars; Braces, Hd'kfs, Cravats, Self Adjus-
ting Stocks, &c.
These goods were bought low and must be
Sold Call at once, and examine before Pur
chasing elsewhere. Remember the iniuce-
ments at Inc old stand.
March 80 49,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
MOVAL.
CABINET AND COFFIN-MAKING

ANDREW RGUEfI
ID ESPECTFULLY informs the citizens OF
h Martnsburg and vicia,y, that he has re-
moved his Shop to his residence on King Street,
diagonslly opposite Blmire's Hotel, where he
continues to carry on the
Cabinet-N1aking Business,
n allits various branches; and in returning his
thanks Tor former patronage, takes occasion to
pledge himself--which, from experience, he is
free 10 do-that he is prepared TO manufacture
Sofas, Side Boards, Bureaus, Tables Bedsteads,
"A Sprrng-Seat Chairs, Wardrobes, &c., up.
aon as reasonable terms, and style and
~ manner as satisfactory TO those seeking bar
rains, as can be elsewhere obtained.
He is also prepared to manufacture COZ
'LNS, oeWalnut, Cherry and Mahogany He
asa good HE.ARSE. and is prepared to &C
ommodate persons in town and County
.Martinsburg. June 9. l849.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
DORSEY,S LEES PILLS.

WIS Pill we are confident cannot be surpass-
ed for its effects in all bilious diseases, such as
Intermittent, Remittent. Bilious, Infammatory and
Yelows Fevers; Jaundice, Bilious Cholc, Indi-
gestion. Dropsy, Gout, Rhematism, Pleurasy,
ehlorosis, Dysentery, Bilious yomtings, Convui-
sicns and Epelepiic Fits Asthma, Coughs and
Colds, accompanied with costigeness. Foul Stom-
ach, Scuryey, Sore Throat, Hypocondria, and
Hystericai affections, &c They are gentle and
pleasant pills in their action, devoid Of harshness
and gripping which too frequently attend the oper.
alton Of medicines. Prepared and sold by
April27. WM, DORSEY
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
CASH FOR NEGROES.

= THE subscriber is onxious to purchase
IA large number of NEGROES, of both sexes,
.&sound and likely. Persons having Negroes
TO dispose Of will find ii to their interest to give
him call before selling, as he will pay the rery
highest cash prices.
He can be seen at the Berkeley Courts, at Mar
tinsburg, on the second Monday, and at Berryville
onthe fourth ulsnday in each month, and usually
his residence in Charlestown
Allletter addressed to him will be promptyat-
ended to- WILLIAM GROW.
Charlest,Mn, July a. 1919.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
FRESn GOODS
NEW STORE AND NEW GOODS.

rINIIE undersigned has just fitted up the rooms
in the brick building adjoining Rawlins' IIo-
tel aud fitted them with the largest, best, and
cheapest assortment OF READY MADE CLOTHING ever
exhibited in Martinsburg His stock consists in
part OF Cassiaett and T,ceed Goats, Fine cloth Froch
Goats fine doth Dress Coats, fine cassms Paaaioons,
cassineft d., Monkey Jackets, fine satin PESTS mari
no Vests satitat cloth md cetret Vests Also large
assortment of
Boys Clothing.
Also, constantly on hand all kinds of Under
shirts Drawers, white and figured Shirts, Collars,
Bosoms, Cravats, Scaris, Pocket Handkercheifs,
suspenders, Socks, Gloves, Hosiery and Umbrel.
las.
Also. general assortment Of Boots and Shoes,
Gum Shoes Trunks, Valises, Palm Braid and Leg
horn Hats, &c &C.,
These goods will be sold CHEAP, and will satisfy
he purchaser. Now is THE TINE, every body is
anxious TO know where they can get the BEST
and Cheapest clothing, the answer is at the NEW
CLOTHING EMPORIUM next TO 'Rawlins Hotel"
Q.een street Martinsburg. Va
A. FEDERLEIGHT.
March 80
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-10-05
REMOVAL.
VIM. & HENRY WHEN,
rim II ~ /. m A Il II u 6

HAVE removed their Cabinet and Furni-
Il Il ture Room TO their new building, 9 dc ors
North of the Lutheran Church, on the oppo-
site side, where they will be pleased to accom-
modate their friends and old customers with
Furniture of any description that may be nee-
ded, from a Pine article 10 fine and fashion
able one made Of Rosewood. Black Walnut,
Mahogany and other fine wood generally used
by Cabinet Makers.
We return our thanks TO our friends for the
very liberal encouragement bestowed and
kindly ask continuance.
GJ-We have also completed the erection oil
a new HE.ARSE, which will enable us to fill
orders for Collins, either in town or country,
made Of Black Walnut. Cherry, and Mahoga-
ny. Either one Of US will give funerals our
personal attention.
Martinsburg, Oct. ID, 1851.