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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

BEST FARMING.-The committee of the late
Agricultural Fair at Richmond awarded honorary
testimonials for the twelve best farms to Gen. L.
S. Steinberger, of Mason; Richard Sampson
of Goochand; George H. Burwell, of Clarke
William H. Harrison, of Prince George; VIM
Sayres, of Norfolk county; William Garth, of AL
bemarle j. R. Kent, of Montgomery; Hill Car
ter. of Charles City; G. B. Bell. of Jefferson; )
A. Selden, of Charles City; and Robert Taylor
of Heprico
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

ANOTHER LETTER FROM JUDGE BRONSON
Fhe New York papers contain another letter from
ex- Collector Bronson. to Secretary Guthrie, In
which he justifes his own course and condemns
that of the Secretary for his alleged interference
in the local politics of the State of New York
As regards his removal, he says:
aside from the principle involved, the removal
from office is an affair of lttle,moment. leave
the office at the close of this day with greater
pleasure than accepted it six months ago.
have been assailed without cause-lhere has been
gross violation of the democratic doctrine, which
denies to the federal government the rights TO IN
termedde with the purely internal affairs and pol
lev of the States"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

GR,SsELL's Arctic EXPEDITION Letters have
been received from England announcing the arrival
If the American Arctic Expedition, under COM
mand ofDr. E.V Kane u. S Navy, lat Upernavick,
in Greenland. and their departure from thence for
the head waters of Smiths Sound. Captain In
glefeld with the screw steamer Phoenix, with
Stores for Sir Edward Belcher's squadron, reached
ITnernavck three days after DR.. Kane's departure.
and reports that he Or. X had secured the ser
vices Of Peterson the Esquimaux interpreter, who
was with Penny on a former voyage. Capt. In
Glefed states that all were well and prosperous
as possible.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

o. English Grammar by Rev. r. w. Bailey
second edition, published by Clarke s Hesser,
Philadelphia, and sold by Booksellers, generally.
This work is worthy the particular attention of
teachers and school commissioners. The princi-
Piles of the science presented in lucid arrange
ment. the classi6catons are simple, and the whole
development of the subject natural. 1t is full, but
less cumbrous than most text books designed for
schools. DR.. .McGufey introduced it by the ex-
preston of his opinion that "t will greatly aid in
diffusing a more correct knowledge of our Ian
guage" The able reviewer of the National In
teMgencer recommends it as 1.-THE best elementary
work in its exposition of the principles and con-
struction of the English language and a book Of
authoritative, if not final appeal, to which we may
refer with as much confidence as to a court of ed
urated men," With these and many other SINH
lar testimonies from high sources. and with tes-
timony from the schools, calling for second edi-
ton within single month, there is reason to ex-
pect it may become. what it has been already pro-
nounced, '.the book of the age" in this important
department of learning WHg.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

ExEcUTED.-THos. BOARD, sentenced to be
hung some time since in Barbour Co., Va. for the
murder of his nephew, suffered the penalty of the
law on the 2Sth ult The execution is said to have
been witnessed by vast crowd of spectators,
amongst whom were five hundred women. The
rope broke once or twice and the whole scene IS
described as truly disgraceful. The prisoner, to
put an end to his sufferings, attempted to break
his own neck by throwing himself from the SCOT
fold, but was unsuccessful.
1t really shameful that such executions are al
lowed to be public in this State. We believe their
moral tendency to be decidedly evil.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

o. 1t appears from letter to the .New York
Post, dated at ConstantinoplIe, October ID. that
the rumor of Koszas imprisonment still is fully
confirmed The U. S. Consul at smyrna, it
seems, refuses to accept Kosza's release. upon the
condition that if ever he returns to Turkey. Aus
tria shall have the right to seize him, and that
Koszta has been put up ''to refuse to leave his
prison and be restored to freedom in the United
States" upon such terms. What next? The
Premier will have to issue another deliberately
prepared manifesto in defence of the rights of A.
merican citizens in foreign lands. We shall need
continuation Of his late work on the subject, by
way of an additional volume, perhaps. before this
vexed question is settled. 1t occurred to us, at
the time the announcement was made of the dust
ment of the matter that it was rather singular how
Kosztas liberation, conditionally only, was to be
accepted if it were to be contended al the same
time, that he was entitled to the rights and priv
ileges of an American citizen.-Richmoad Wing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09
iPuinnm,s Monthly.

The November number, which has been received,
contains the usual variety of entertaining articles.
The contents are, |. A Moosehead Journal, 2.
Odensee, g. Works of Sir William Hamilton, A..
The Crucifix, 5, The Potiphers in Paris, 6. Cas-
siterology-A Chapter on Money, Z. Rowen, 8.
The Pacific Railroad and how it is to be Built.
9. "reminiscences of an Elk Jesuit Continued,
10. Wensley (Continued) II. The American l.
deal Woman, IL. Mr.. Golfers Folio Shakspere
of 1862 Its Most Plausible MS. Correction,
Is. The Life OLA Dog, ID. Bartleby, the Scriv
ener. Is. Inscription for the Back of Bank Note,
l6. Characters in Bleak House, IL. Editorial
Notes.
We have also received Nos. and IL of Put
nam's Illustrated Record of the New York Exhi-
bitioh. For sale by Mr.. CowAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

The PREsIpENT's MESSAGE AND ITS ToPIc.-
A Washington correspondent of the New York
Mirror says:
The most important feature of the Message will
be the acquisition of Cuba and the Sandwich Is
lands. encouragement will be given to the fill
busters and progressive democracy; and Senator
Douglas will be the organ of the administration in
the Senate, seconded by Gen. Cass; while in the
House Mr.. Breckenridge of Kentucky will speak
the sentiments of the Administration.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

RUSSIA late calculation respecting the mil
itary power of Russia, makes the force which the
Gar could employ in a European war. without
the reserve the local garsons, or the army in the
Caucasus. being in any way reduced, to consist of
26S batraliuns Of infantry, 46S squadrons of cava
ry. and 900 guns or in other words. in the event
uality Of European war; Russia could operate
with force of SOC, 900 men and 900 guns, with
out laying itself open 10 Great Britain, Sweden,
or to the Caucasus. In case of a great war Rus
STA could operate, by means of her first, second,
and third reserves. and the Cossacks and Tartar
forces, with one million Of combatans and with
800 guns. This is the estimate Of Prussian
officer Of great experience on the point IN question
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

MASSACHUSETTS NATIONAL DEMOCRATS.
RosToS. Nov. 1.-The National Democrats OF
Essex counny met at Salem to day and selected
Senatorial ticket. and passed resolutions endorsing
the Baltimore platform the Presidents inaugural
and setting o or G,hn as witch hS shall show that it
means to carry out in good faith the wishes and
intent;ons of the National Democrats who nomi
mated and elected Gen. Pierce. Also declaring
that though they have confidence in Gen Pierce IS
monuments those made in Essex county have
been in direct opposition to his pledges Inc
course Of Mr. Bronson Is approved, his removal
beinu attributed to Mr. Cushing
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

INDIGNATION MEErrNG.-The merchants Of
New York city held meeting on the evening of
the 3st ult., expressive of their Indignation at
the removal Of Judge Bronson. 1t was largely
attended, and their condemnation expressed was
in no measured terms. A certain Mr.. Phillips at
tempted to oppose the action of the meeting, but
was responded to with cries of ''Pull him down"
Turn him out''-''Down with him." until he
had to give it up. Hearty cheers were given for
Bronson in the most enthusiastic manner. Sc
ries of resolutions were adopted, declaring the re-
moval of ex- Collector Bronson upon the ground of
difference of opinion with the Secretary of the
Treasury, upon question of State Canal policy,
or upon slavery, or anti slavery, is in practice de-
struc,ive of the best interests Of commerce and
trade, and in principle tyrannous, and subversive
of the rights and prerogations of the States of this
Union that it is an act of usurpation worthy OF
despotsm, and deserving only of the unqualified
condemnation of all free citizens; and it was re-
solved that the resolutions adopted by the meet
ing be laid before the President, and before Con-
gress, when it assemblies in December. Thus the
Administration stands rebuked by public meet
ing. numbering many of those who were formerly
it's friends Richmond Wing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

MuRpER.-On Monday night, the LIST, cold
blooded murder was committed in Halifax county.
paul Mullins was followed by man named Wal
tor Fl Evans. and shot in the hack of the head
with a pistol. from which he Immediately died.
Evans escaped. but the friends of Mullins offer
reward of $40 for his apprehension and delivery to
tho proner officers in Halifax.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

PLowING MATcH.-Madame SoNrAG, the Gel
ebrated singer, presented 500 to the Agricultu-
raj Society, to be given as premium to the sue
cessful contestant at the late blowing match In
Richmond, and the Committee divided the pre-
MUM between the pows and the plowmen. A
negro man named "MANN RANDOLPH" belong
ing to Mr. RICHARD SAMPSON of Goochland, who
managed his four mules without lines, received
the first premium of $50.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

Ns- A Louisville correspondent of the National
Intelligencer says that Gen. LEE was the author
of that inimitable description of WASHINGTON
"frst in war; first in peace, and first in the hearts
If his countrymen, shaving written the resolutions
offered in the House of Representatives by Judge
MARSHALL, in which the words occur. Judge
NJ, he says, admits the fact in his life of WASH
INGToN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09
THE RESULT.

Afterthis great exhibition there can be no doubt
of the prosperity and increasing usefulness of the
State Agricultural Society. A feeling of interest
has been awakened which will lead to improve
ments in every branch of industry. And this is
not all. but much good must result from these an
nual meetings in other respects. Heretofore moth
ing has called our people together in any large
numbers but some partizan political schemes; but
here we find common interest in which all are
united, and all can consult and act together in
harmony and to the promotion of mutual good
feeling e'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

o. Messrs RICHES s. DosNovANT, OF Rich
mond, Va, have recently prepared themselves for
executing all kinds of photographic Printing
The specimen Of their work before us, is neatly
executed. We hope they may meet with the en-
courarement they deserve.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

Gs- A friend urges us to press upon the farmers
of Augusta, the expediency of their revlvlng the
County Agricultural Society at this time.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

01- We are in great want of Wood. A few
loads from subscribers who wish to pay in that
way will be very acceptable.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

0,- In the course of his address on wool, deliv-
cred at the Agricultural Fair in Richmond, on
Thursday Mr. P A. BROWNE exhibited two spe-
cimens OF elegant Carpeing-one manufactured
in Scotland and the other in Troy, New York
The American article was pronounced decidedly
superior to the other, and yet, as Mr. b. remark
ed, committee of Congress has sent to Scotland
to have carpet made for the Presidents House
This is only an example of the manner in which
American manufacturers are treated by the Gov
eminent.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09
Sons of Temperance.

The annual meeting of the Grand Division of
the Sons of Temperance Of this State, met in
Winchester on the Goth ult. The following Off
GERS were elected for the ensuing year,:
A. j. Smith, of Winchester, Grand Worthy
Patriarch; s. X. Taylor, Of Staunton, Grand Wtr-
thy Associate; Thos. j. Evans, of Richmond,
Grand Scribe; S. L. Dunton, of Hanover, Grand
Treasurer; ID. j. Wood6n, Of Buckingham, Grand
Conductor ID. Watkins of Rockingham, Grand
Sentinel; Rev. A. H. II. Boyd, ID. D., Of Win
chester, Grand Chaplain
The four ensuing quarterly sessions are to be
held as follows: January session in Romney A
pri session in Charleston, Kanawha; July ses-
session in Abingdon October session in Staunton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

O. The sale of Pocahontas Land, advertised
by Woops PoAeE, Commissioner, will take place
on Wednesday the 7th Of December, and not on
Monday the 7th. See advertisement on last page.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

Oo- The Rev. B. NJ SMITH, Pastor Of the Pres
byteran Church in this place, announced to his
congregation on Sunday last, that he had accept
ed the office of Secretary of the Presbyterian
Board of Publication located at Philadelphia,
which had been repeatedly rendered to him. He
did not ask for an immediate dissolution of the pas
toral relation, although obliged to enter upon his
new duties without delay. Thls change is regret
ted alike by Pastor and people, but it is thought
that the interests of the church at large require it
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

o. Mr.. f. G. RUFFIS, of Albemarle. editor Of
the Southern Planter has been appointed Recording
and Corresponding Secretary of the State Agri-
cultural Society, at salary Of 81 ,500per annum.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

The Fair was honored by the attendance of
some of these gentry, who piled their vocation
with considerable success. Mr.. VIM GAMBLE
of this county was relieved of twenty five dollars,
and other persons lost much larger sums 1t was
reported that one gentleman was robbed of a round
thousand. Two of the miscreants were arrested
by the police.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09
rrhn Home journal.

This paper, published in New York by Nor
RIs s. Willis, two of the most distinguished lit
erary men of the country, will commence new
series on the first of january next. which will be
good time for persons not now subscribers to be
gin. 1t is almost useless for us to say a word in
commentator of the paper, as its character is 50
we'll established and 50 generally known. No
gentleman lady who aspires to correct taste in
literature should be without it. The terms are,
one copy 81, three copies S., or one copy for three
years So, lG Nu sou .a'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-11-09

est Weld of clover hay, on single acre OF high
upland, the yield being two tons per acre, Slu.
PHILIP o. PoLMER, "yalley Mills, u" for the
best specimen of flour, $lO [The barrel exhibit
ed was not intended for the Fair, Sut was sent
there by Mr.. NJ. BLAIR, of Richmond. 1t was
roughly made, and presented very uncouth ap-
pearance beside the highly polished cherry and
walnut brass bound barrels with which it compe-
ted The flour was from straight grind
Mrs. A. g. HARNsBARGER, for the best piece
of Winter Clothing for negroes, woven by hand
S..
w. j.. ID. BELL, for the best yoke of Oxen I'M
der four years, $50
One Of our friends lost his chance for prize by
an amusing accident. He took down a lot of
fresh butter carefully prepared by his wife, and
upon arriving at the Hotel delivered it to- SER
want to be deposited in cool place until morning.
When he sat down TO breakfast the following day.
the first thing his eyes fell upon was his butter
decorating the table and helping to satisfy the APP
petite Of hungry guests. The servant, it seems,
had committed the error placing the butter with
that belonging to the Hotel, without any mark of
distinction. We regret exceedingly that as the but
terhad 60 upon the table, it did not happen along
our way. We should have done it ample justice,
and been able to say authoritatively, as we now
fully believe, that it deserved a premium.
THE THRoNG OF VISITORS.
We have already minated that the number of
persons in attendance was immense. 1t is per-
haps impossible 10 ascertain the precise number
People were coming and going in crowds by eve
ry means of conveyance and during every day
All the Hotels in the city were filled almost to
sffuocation many private houses were thrownopen,
and beds were spread in some Of the public halls
still sufficient accommodations were not afforded,
and we know of individuals who were obliged to
sit up all night for the want of some place TO lie
down. An incident connected with the difficulty
of obtaining bed occurred at the Exchange Ho-
tel, which is worth telling. One of our county
men being at loss for sleeping place, entered
room and finding all the beds occupied, made
loud complaint against BALLARD for permitting
another person to take possession of the one as
signed to him. The occupant of the bed mmedi-
aiely arose and with many apologies for his intru-
sion was about to vacate the premises, when he
was anticipated by the exit of the real culprit.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1853-10-29
'rELEGRAPHIC NEWS
By the National Line.
rELEGRAPHED FoRTnNDAILYINTELlIeENc
LATE FROM CALIFORNIA.

NEW YoRK, Oct. 2s-The steamer Ohio, from
Aspinwall arrived to-day, bringing S92S, 600 on
freight and 100000 in the hands of passengers,
and the mails. She left Aspinwal1 on theSisth.
The Falcon for New Orleans also left on the 18th.
An accident occurred on the Panama Railrt ad
on the LIST, while the train which contained the
passengers and mails by the Illinois was passing
over. The locomotive camein collision with n
bull near Toverville, while crossing bridge, aud
thrown off the track tearing up the bridge and
preciPitatng the cars int Tavine 10 feet deep
The locomotive and Eve cars were smashed, and
the briege completely destroyed. An lrishmnn
and native employed about the bridge were tile
only persons killed. Pa rick Howard, passenger,
had both legs broken, Several Others, chiefly at
tached to the Railroad, more or less bruised.
Eighteen DISORDERS from the United States frig
ae Columbus, had been arrested on the Mosquito
coast, where they had been creating disturbance,
and were carried TO ASpinwallin irons.
James Faey, passenger on the Illinois, was
murdered at a native Iancn OIL the river CaTdInaS.
LATER FROM THE PACIFIC CoAsT.--The Peru
Wan Government has promised satisfaction for the
outrage at Chinca Island.
The gold mines of Chill are yielding finely. The
amazon gold excitement still continued.
MELBouRNE.-No Improvements IN markets.
Large stock of goods and provisices on hand
Accounts from the dggings are favorable Flour
was selling at Adelaide at Ell. Al Melbourne
flour is quoted at ESQ.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1853-10-29
NEWS FROM BOSTON.

BosroN, Oct. 1S-The Democratic Convention
at Plymouth yesterday resolved that the removal OF
Collector Bronson deserves and will receive the
support of all true friends OF Democratic princi-
Piles.
Fears are entertained that the steam tug Ajax,
of New York, foundered in the gale OF Monday
night. She was seen off Chatham, Monday noon,
on her way 10 this city, since which time nothing
has been heard of her. She had on board twelve
men, and among them Capt. Timothy Baker, coast
pilot, and VIM. SkidmOre, Hurlgate pilot.
St. Johns papers state that the gale of Monday
was the most fearful experienced this season. Ma
ny vessels with valuable cargoes, were driven a
shore. The schooner Maria for st. Johns, with q
cargo valued at $4,000, went on the rocks and
broke to pieces. The crew were saved by life
boat sent to their assistance from Eastern City
The ship President, from Boston, previously re-
ported ashore, would become a total loss. Thir-
teen of lie crew are still board, all attempts to
rescue them having failed.
The antl-coaliton Democratic Convention for
Middlesex county, met at Concord yesterday
They repudiated all connection with the FreeSoil-
eEs, and nominated separate Senatorial ticket
Resolutions silent On national affairs.
The remaining emigrants on the cholera ship
Sagadahock, left here this morning for the West.
BY sickness on board, Whole families were swept
away.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1853-10-29
VARIOUS MATTERS.

PHILADELPHIA, Oct 28.-Chrislopher Fulton re-
signed the Presidency OF the Sunbury and Erie
Railroad this afternoon. John Tucker ofthu Read
ing road takes the post temporarily.
President Piece visited Baltimore yesterday, to
attend the Fair at the Maryland Institute, ard the
Cattle show. The Washington Star says that
letters undoubtedly have been received in Wash
ington, from which the conclusion is drawn that
large French and English fleet will be despatch
ed to the Gulf as soon as the Eastern question
will permt t, and thai the Union has good grounds
for its assertions in regard to Cuba.
The annual report ofthe Secretary of the Treas
ury will be ready the first day of the session.
The steamer Southerner, loaded down with q
cargo of produce, went ashore below Ashtabula
this morning, and was broken up. Nothing is
known ofthe crew and passengers.
The steamer Niagara arrived at Boston at 2 o.
clock to-day.
The Vermont Legislature has elected Robinson,
democrat, for Governor by six majority.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1853-10-29

r,,crIr TO-xrour.-lf our readers wish to sea
.i,.,, something novel and pretty in the must.
:, ,,r. they should attend the concert of the Ri.
Family tonight. at the MeIodeon. Miss Fan.
-,,l,v sweetly on the violin, and Miss Martha
lygs Amanda both sing sweetly-very sweet
:, There is an unpretendiug merit about them
,,.B al once wins admiration aud respect We
"a beard that touching old song, "Jamis's on
/. a.rmy sea-" more beautifully sung than by
h Martha. Notwithstanding the Indictment
,.llber, they had very good house last night
ga,ey give their farewell concert tonight, and
!. omission Is only % cents, we SHOULD think all
,.sek amusement will attend.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1853-10-29

VIZ WOULD SUGGEST to our young friend of the
9 CllrsvlIe Chronicle, as much for his own sake
8 9sr, that ms personal illusions to US are OF
csionabe propriety, and still more questionable
rt.. When lie visits Wheeling We should be
sHy to mar his pleasure, or wound the feeliagS of
!, tierds by making then hospitaihes subject
4 isfision and newspaper twaddle. We should
10 be sorry to make our people think badly
4 IN by imputing to him opinions which nothing
1t. silly eoxcomb could entertain, when we
i..s that he never expressed such opinions and
&c, entertained them