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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-05-11
MRS. HARRIET aEECHER STOVES
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There was recenty (says tie n Y. Ma
tional Democrat aaskily Of slaves in Viz
ginia. which the otner offered to sell into
freedom at very ssall price, aud soDe be
neyolent parties IN Philadelphia undertook to
raise the amount by subscriStIon. The facts
we're presented. bg etter u Mrs Sigoulney.
who immediately eneosed twenty Ave dollars
for the object. Mrs Harriet Beeeher stowe,
was also written 10. aid, of course, she resuon
ded By sending q ury large sum Of money
for the glorious parpose.g She had just
realized an immense fortuneby her abolition
ism--she was on the eve OF itarting for Eng
Land, to be feted BY the Dschess Of sutber-
land, and caressed by the bald Of the nobility.
and of course she gave r7ary large sum to
purchase these thirty slaves No, good read
er, she gave not one cent She sent back a
letter full Of sweet sympathy, Astounding with
the charity Of adsics and approval, but as
empty of money as herown face is of shame
at the contemplate pat she is now playing
in England Of forging States evidence
against her country No. she had no money
for .the poor slave" As her eminent freud
and co-lsboror, Mr Aninadab Sleek. would
say. ut is not in our way" Her mission
is to make money Quiet negro philanthropy,
and not for il.
I'VE copy the Adore from the Spirit of the
81 inst The intelligent reader will readily
recognize this Mrs STowE as the autboress
Of Uncle Toms Cq6ia," work designed to
operate against the iustitelieus of the South.
Mrs. Stowe has now issued from the press,
a wors which she denominates "a KEY to
Uncle Toms Cabin presenting the original
Facts aud Documents upon which the story
is founded together With coroborative state
ments terrifying the truth of the work"
The authorcss desires to thank those. at
the North and South, who have kindly fur
nished materials for her USE
Now. reader, who 81 you suppose this Mrs
Stowe brings to the witness stand WHY
tbc Hon. CHARLES JAMES FAUX.
NER, the nominee Of fraction Of the Dem.
'cratic party
In introducing an extract from Mr.. F's
peech, she says-"thst there were Virginian
learts to feel this disgrace (slavery) is cyi-
lent from the following reply of Alr. Faux
Ter to Mr.. Gohlsou, in Che Virginia House of
Delegates. 1882"
This Mrs Stowe is shrewd woman-she
ot only caters to the blind prejudiees Of alb
but is amsssing large fortue by
er works.-Ffee Press.
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10 THE voTERs or
BERKELEY COUNTY.

Fxllow CITIZENS 81 am before you ~ !
Z Democrats Candidate for q scat 10 the Tio1ss
Of Delegates. From the position Of parties
I Ii the county, it seems to be generally un-
4 derstood that the approaching contest win
! be confined 10 the Democracy; and should
they succeed in getting M Convention. the
struggle there viii be for men, aud not for
measures.
! The Caucus system was adopted in the
United States by the Democratic party at pc.
riod ofintense political excitement, when par
ties we're equally divided, for the purpose Of
uniting its strength upon principles deemed vi
tai to the best interests ofthe country. Hence
principles not men, IS the maxim which gov
erned all its consultations. In Caucus the
voice Of a very large and respectable portion Of
the people is seldom heard. or their wishes con.
suited in regard to the nominations Some
such concession, however, seems to be expedi-
ent when division Of the party upon men,
would result in the inevitable defeat Of princi-
Piles. But no such necessity now exists in
Berkeley county. The Wing party are largely
in the minority; the old issues OF National
Bank, Protective Tariff and other questions Of
mere administrative policy upon which parties
were formerly divided have been settled; the
storm Of sectional strife which short time
since threatened the dissolution Of the Union
itself has passed off; ard the country now
reposes in peace under the triumph Of sound
Republican principles and policy
am before you, fellow citizens, unaided
by any of the adventicious circumstances
which mostly surround candidates for the
popular suffrage. | have neither sought the
favor Of partizan leaders, the agency Of q con.
vention or caucus nor the more potent in.
huence Of the press these are subordinate
the people are supreme have therefore.
preferred to submit the question to the SUI
preme authority Of the land--to the people
themselves and by their decision at the
polls. IN a contest between men, | am con-
tent to abide. But, in the progress of the
canvass, should any question arise between
the parties, involving principle, shall con-
slider it my duty to withdraw my name, and
under no circumstances allow it to be used to
divide the party with which it has ever been
my pride and pleasure to co-operate
Respectfully. Your fellow citizen.
FRANKLIN THOMAS. |
Martinsburg, April Goth. 1853.
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nj. n. n.

Pain disorganizes the whole system, it weakens
the nerves, it absorbs dries up the vital fluids,
it checks the free aud heathful circulation ofthe
blood, it retards the regular action of all the func
tions, it weakens the joints it irriates the men,
branes, ligaments, carriages, and coates of the
homes, muscles, and other organs. 1t affects the
liver, spleen, kidneys, panacras and the brain
Every important organ feels its influence and suf-
fers its distressing consequences.
Railways Ready Relief will, in a few minutes
stop the mos severe paroxisms Of pain--ali kinds
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Price rs and so cents
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blood II resolves away every diseased deposit
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bones &c. Price 81 per bottle. may IL, a
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-05-11

Eg.The "Richmoad Null one Of the
very ablest papers in the State. sp eaking Of
the Democratic nominee in the eighth dis
.rict, says :-"Sinee the feat performed By
Alfred Jingle, when he introduced himself in
the Wardle family, obtained an acquaintance
with the maiden aunt" through the instru
mentality of her afianced lover, borrowed ten
pounds Of said lover and then ran of with
the aunt ana the money, we have heard moth
ing equal to the cool successful, aud we 1aay
ads, sublime audacity Of Charles James Faux
ner just to think Of this two years ago
Wing. jumping on the box Of the Democr tic
coach. Glowing Randolph Tucke of, Selling
the reins il bis own hands and laying his lash
over the sauks o. tue Democratic steeds -
But Faulkner is not the FIRST Wing whose
conversions to Democracy has been speedily
rewarded A Northern man once declared to
Randolph Of Roanoke, that the South furnish
ed all tho cficers and the North all the men
in the army of the Revelation "And why
not" was the esus.ic reply Of the illustrious
kiasman of our Crierd Tucker. a similar
complaint &c that OF the Northerner might DC
made by the Democracy of Virginia They
furnish the men for their political battles and
the Wigs furnish their officers Glance
your eye over the Democratic leaders in Viz
ginia, and hew large a proportion OF thei
leaders were once Whigs7 Even il you go /
the Federal Government. you will fad rem
egado Wing. Caleb Cushing Manager Con
eral of the Democratic Administration 7"
congratulate the Democracy upon their sue
cess in making converts. Men who conld'r
become CorpOrals in the Wing army 60 ov'
20 the Democracy, and straightway are mad
Generals and Field Narshals.
We regret Mr.. fuckers defeat not onl
because of his brilliant promise" which
viii admit, but we dislike. to zee laudab
and generous aspirations strAngled in Il
cold and clammy folds of political intrigue
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~ pnISONING1n

Thousands Of parents who use Vermfuge compo-
posed of Castor OIL Clomel, &C., are not aware,
that while they appear to benefit the patient they
are actually laying The foundations for series Of
diseases such salivation loss Of sight Weakness
of limbs, &c
In another column viii be found he advertsse-
nent Of liebcnsacxs Medicines 70 which We @~h
the attention OF ali those Interested in tstefr own
as we'll IS their children's health. IN Liver Conn
plants aud an disorders arising from those OF a
bilious type should make use Of the oaly genuine
medicine, mobensacks Liver Pills.
gqsf~ BE not deceired,' but ask for Hobensack's
- orns Syrup aud Liver Pills, and observe that
each hes the signature OF the Proprietor, j.
H0BENSACK. as none else are genuine
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-05-11
rnlcurFuL RAIL ROAD ACCIDENT.

On Friday last, the train of cars from New
York, ran off the Bridge near Norwalk, Con-
nectieut, and it is supposed fifty persons were
killed, and many others wounded One car
full Of passengers was entirely submerged,
aud two other cars were completely smashed.
1t will be impossible to get the names of the
killed
The cause of the accident is attributed
solely to the engineer, in failing to observe
that the signal was given that the bridge was
open until too late to save the train
The Legislature of Connecticut, now in ses-
sion on Saturday morning last appointed a
special committee to investigate the causes
of the disaster The committee consists OF
Senator Hyatt DR. Beckwitb, Mr.. Bissell
aud Mr. Halsey They are Instructed to re-
pair at once to the scene Of disaster, to col.
lcct facts and report officially. A bill was
also introduced, imposing fine of $1,000 on
every railroad company for each person killed
upon their road, and heavy penalties for al
accidents proved to have arisen from care.
lessness A thorough investigation Of thii
affair is to be had. 1t was also resolved t,
appoint Board Of Railway Commissioners
with extensive powers
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-05-11

/ The Wing Congressional Convention as
| sensbled in Winchester on Tuesday, the 3D.
inst. The number Of Delegates present was
large, and every county IN the District was
represented. John A. Carter Esq, of LOU
don county, presided on the occasion and
Joseph Tibball, of Frederick, and n. Is.
Meade, Of Clarke, were appointed Secreta-
ries. On taking the chair, Mr. Carter re-
turned thanks to the Convention IN handsome
terms, for the honor conferred upon him. A
list Of Delegates were handed IN, and the roll
called. A committee of two from each county
was appointed to name to the Convention
candidate. After few minutes absence,
the committee returned, and announced thro'
their chairman, that they were unanimous in
recommending ALEXANDER II. BoTELER,
Esq, of Jefferson county. The announce
ment was hailed in the most enthusiastic and
rapturous manner A motion was then made
that the recommendation Of the committee be
adopted, and was carried with one loud and
long unanimous dyel A committee was
then appointed to wait upon Mr.. Boteler,
(who was in Winchester at the instance of
his friends and inform him of his noniina-
ton. Ia a short time the committee return
ed, with Mr.. b., who addressed the large au-
dience, in his usual happy manner. He ex-
pressed his deep sense of gratitude for the
honor Of being selected as the standard bearer
in this District of the great party to which
he belonged. He valued it more, because
the nomination was by him unsolicited IN
begged and uRboaght. We cannot give even
an idea of the able remarks made By Mr.. b.
They were received amidst the loudest APP
plause.
AT the conclusion of his remarks, he was
handed a handsome Boquet, presented in be-
half of a lady from Harpers-Ferry. He ac-
ceptcd in neat little address.
A vote of thanks was unanimously adopted,
for the able and efficient discharge Of the du-
ties by the presiding officers and secretaries
after which, an adjournment was carried
Before announcing the adjournment, Mr.. |
Carter again returned thanks for the honor
bestowed in selecting him to preside on the
occasion. He urged the active exertions of
every one present in behalf of Mr.. Boteler,
pledging that Loudon would give good ac-
count Of herself
We will here state, that Mr. Carter pre-
sided with great dignity and ability.
After the adjournment of the Convention,
Col. J. f. Hamtramck, on behalf of the JEFF
ferson delegation, extended an invitation to
the members Of the Convention and others
present, to meet in the parlor of the Hotel,
and partake of refreshments awaiting them.
Delegates from Clarke also extended hospi-
talities.
At night, the people of Winchester gave I
sumptuous Supper with its Accomplishments.
passed off pleasantly
We venture the assertion that the Wing
Convention of Tuesday, was one Of the most
harmonious and enthusiastic ever assembled
In Virginia Free Press.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS.

We learn from the Enquirer of yesterday
that Col. Edward j. Armstrong, of Barbour,
has been nominated by the Winchester Con
yeption as the Democratic candidate in the
Third District, for Commissioner of Public
Works. The Enquirer pronounces this an
excellent nomination. and says that it will
command general commentator in the State.
The public are also indebted to the same
journal for the information that Col. Arm
strong was member Of the Reform Conven-
ton Of ls50-5l We are ashamed to con
fess that this is the first time we ever heard
of Col. Armstrong, and we of course have
nothing to say at present either for or against
his nomination 1t is humiliating to us, Ger
tainly, thus to be compelled to acknowledge
our ignorance respecting this new Democrat
ic luminary, but we derive some little conso-
lation from the conviction that at least nine
teen twentieths of the people Of this Common
wealth are in the same unenviable predica-
ment With ourselves. The majority is with
us. and that's some comfort t. Rich Times.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-05-11

ESITSi FlTSi. !-Persons who are Ia.
boring under this distressing malady will ind
The VIC EP1BLE EPiLEi-7'lC PILLS to be
the only remedy ever discovered for curing Epil-
epsy Or Falling Fits. These pills possess SPECIFIC
action on the nervous system; and although they
are prepared especially for the purpose OF curing
fits they will be found Of especial benefit for all
persons afflicted with weak nerves, or whose ner-
vous system has been FRUSTRATED or shattered from
any cause whatever Price So per box, or two
boxes for SIS, Persons out Of the city enclosing a
remittance will have the pills sent them through
the mail, free of postage. For sale by SETH H.
HANCE, 1903 Baltimore street Baltimore Nd, 10
whom orders from all parts Of the Union must be
addressed, prepaid lmay ~, ie'@-ly
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-05-11

BSsg~H should le universally knonh--ior ~ u
strictly true--tat indigestion is the parent OF is
large proportion of the fatal diseases Dysentery,
diarrhoea, cholera morbus; liver complaint, and
many other diseaaes enumerated in the city IN
spectors weekly catalogue of deaths, are genera
ted by indigestion alone. Think Of that dyspep,,
tics think Of it all who suffer from disordered
stSmaehs aud i you are w resort es at once
don't delay n dayj to Hollands German Bitters,
prepared BY DR., q II, Jackson, which, as an alter.
atiye, curative and inyigorant, stands alone and
unapproached General Depot, 100 Arch street
We have tried these Bitters, and know that they
are excellent for the diseases specified above
philadelphia City Zen July, rs '52-2m.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-05-11

nay-On Saturday last, the Excelsior
Lodge of Independent Order of Odd Fellows,
at New York, increased their initiation fee
from ten to one hundred dollars. They must
be determined to be exclusive. In opposi-
ton to this, their benefits amount to eight
dollars per week, and they pay to widows OF
deceased members one hundred and fifty dol
lars per annum. The surplus funds of this
Lodge amount toabout ten thousand dollars
and they are doing vast deal of good among
those dependant upon them.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1853-05-11

u The Winchester Republican, on an
nounomg the result of the proceedings of the
Wing Convention held in Winchester on
Tuesday of last week, speaks of Alexander
r. Boteler, the nominee of that Convention,
in the following terms
OF the nominee of the Convention what
shall we say : We never have been man.
worshipper, and desire to avoid amenablty
to such charge But it is unnecessary for
us to speak Of him, for he is known to the
district through a medium that was not de-
pendent upon a newspaper introduction.
Brought into the Convention by lis friends,
after he had been proclaimed its nominee by
reclamation, MIR. Botelcr delivered a very
graceful and beautiful speech, in acceptance
OF an honor rendered as it had been. Tho
nomination, he said, had been on his part un
solicited, unbegged, and unbought. lie had
been party to no "treasons, stratagenls anc
spoils." His position was not equiyocal.-
Under the banner of his party he had always
served, and as its standard bearer, now, Ill
this district, it should not trail in the dust
But we must refrain from any heightened
sketch of his remarks, for we find that, hay-
ing taken no notes at the time, the best de-
scription from memory would do Mr.. Bote-
Ter deep injustice. The Courtroom in which
the Convention was held was filled to over
FLOWING as he spoke, and he was interrupted
frequently with loud applause.
As Mr.. b., concluded, and before adjourn
ment, Capt. Sappington presented him with
a rare boquet of flowers in the name of the
ladies of Harpers-Ferry. Mr.. Boteler re-
turned his sincere thanks for this testimonial
of favor from such quarter, and paid higf
compliment to the ladies Of that romantic
! spot
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per VINES o. BEnKslsr ~, W.

EgF- WIGS or BERKELEY Afe u AIN,
agake % the Importance Of tho approaching
Congressional election? Are you willing that
g. Faulkner. a man whom you have always
honored and sustained, and who now IN the
falness Of his iugratitude for past favors. saws
he has dravn the s1cord and hrora array
the sca55ard' aud is now your deadliest enc.
my, should be elevated 10 place and power by
your votes, Or indifference Arc you willing
4, buffet the angry waves Of the broad stream
which he has passed and destroyed The bridge
after him7 viii you vote for man who
takes every ocsason to aouso you and your
PARTY. as snemiss to the Constitution and the
Union, who III his speech at Winchester ac
ospting the nomination, stated that whatev.
or afinitics he had had with the Wing party,
and they toere neUsr decided he had been for
many years democrat, and wllo now has The
audacity to say that he is as good Wing as
ever he was2 VIII you further support the
man who has thus deceived both parties and
proved himself utterly unworthy. false TO bis
profession aud an arrant hypocritc?
With these facts starring him in the face
can, aci4 any Wing any true man support
him 2 Has any honest Democrat confidence
in such man? Does any honorable, high |
minded man Of any party believe Mr. Faux I
ner sincere in bis professions We think not.
Now this is your time to show by your voice
and your vote, that you utterly repudate such
conduct as be has been guilty Of, and mani
fest the fact that there is political virtue and
honesty among the people. Now is the time to
work Be dctipe 5e vIGILAsr. and TRUTH,
though crushed to earth, will rise again.
JUST CO will triumph. Work for a true man,
an HONEST MAN, one who would scorn to do a
Gshonorable act to elevate imself. Work
for the man who has ever stood BY u
work for ALEXANDER r. BorELEs, and most
brilliant triumph awaits you
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Washington Natienst Monument office.
TO THE PEOPIE OF VIRGINIA.

As an Election wiz be held throughout
the State Of virginia on the Goth inst, the
Board Of Managers Of The Washington Mon
ument Society have fssolvcd, That an appeal
be made to the voters ON that occasion, with
request that contribution may be taken
up at the Polls in each election District of
the State, in aid Of The great National Mon :.
ument, now being osected in Washington in
honor Of the pasher,f his Country. In com
plying with the resolution fcelthat it would
be entirely supefeneas to add anything to
stimulate the patriotism or to Increase the
ycncsation and love Of those to whom the
memory of Washiegrgn must ever be cher
isbed and held sacred. They cannot but feel
q peculiar pride il doing honor to one, who
by his birth and illustious life has shed i'm
perishable glory OF. their native State To
manifest their respect, love and generation
for him who was ana ought ever to be first
in the hearts of bis countrymen, another OPP.
portuuity will be afforded at the ensuing cleo
ton of contributing to the great Monument
now in course Of erection in his honor For
this purpose the Commissioners of Election
Sheriff. or any other patriotic citizen who
feels an interest il the accomplishment Of
this noble object, are respectfully requested
to pat up Boxes at the respective places
where the election will be held to receive
such contributions as may be made by the
voters and others sd disposed, and transmit
the several amounts thus contributed to the
Hon. Elisha Whttlesey, General Agent Of
the Society This favor is respectfully So
licited by the Board as an act Of patriotism
aud in honor OF the illastrious Father of hi:
Country" and especially as no agents car
conveniently be appointed to perform thi:
gratifying duty.
GEORGE WATTESTON. Sec'ry.
The respective Journals throughout thc
State are requested to publish the above
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wINcHEsrER pREsayrERy.

most interesting session ofthe Winehes
ter Presbytery Of The Old School P.esbyteri
an Church, has just terminated its meetings
in Charlestowu Most of the Churches in
the bounds Of Presbytery, were represented
by the Pastors or Elders. The opening ser
mon was preached on Wednesday, by The
Rev. Mr.. Henry. The Rev Mr.. McPhail Of
fredericksburg was chosen as Moderator -
The congregation in attendance have beer
very large, and the Word has been dispensed
with the power Of truth, and the pursuasion
Of eloquence Ga Sabbath, both the Meth
odist and Episcopal Churches were kindly
rendered, and the pulpits Of each were filled
both morning and night, by members OF thu
Presbytery. The fall meeting of the Pres
bytery will be held in fredericksburg. -
Spirit Of Jefferson