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Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

G- Our neighbor of the Eailey Demo-
Graf classes the Vindicator among the pa
pers that oppose the Senators and Rep.
resentatives of Virginia in Congress. We
are utterly at loss to assign reason for
this charge Oh the part of our Gotten pora-
ry. If the course this paper has pursued
relative to the Guthrie and Bronson diff
Guilty is to be construed into opposition to
any one, why we plead guilty to the
charge Otherwise, we defy the Demo
crat to place its finger on one word or
sentence where we have manifested any
opposition to any one OF the Virginia rep
resentatives. We do not know the senti-
ments of single representative on this
subject, simply from the fact that we have
never sought to know. We have express
ed our sentiments fully and explicitly, and
if they come III contact with those of 9TH
er persons, they have no right to assume
that we are writing against them. We
believe Guthrie was right, and Bronson
wrong and we further believe that nine
ten:hs Of the Democratic party will sustain
the administration in this matter.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16
THE V1NDICATOR.
STAUNTON, VA.
MONDAY MORNING, JANUARY I6.
Money Wanted.

We hope, this being the commencement
Of the New Year, that those persons know
ing themselves indebted to us for Job
Work, Advertising, and Subscriptions will
come forward and make payment imme-
diately. We want money, and we must
have it, from some source, to meet our pa
per bills, house rent journeyman hire, and
family expenses. II each subscriber would
come forward and make payment of his
small mite, 1t would help us much. We
hope there will be no necessity for anoth-
er dun. for it is business we dislike very
much but it must be resorted to some times.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

We learn from the Martinsburg Re.
publican that Henry Haines, the young
man convicted of robblng the mail, and
sentenced to the Penitentiary for 10 years,
in The spring Of 1852, during the sitting Of
the Federal Court at this place, has re-
oeived free and full pardon from the
President of the United States. This an
nouncement will doubtless thrill with
pleasure, the hearts of many who witness
ed the progress Of that trial. The extreme
youth of the prisoner-his uniform pre-
vious good character and the pltiful and
heart-broken appearance of his estimable
father, all conspired to arouse a general
sympathy in his behalf. His department
since he had been confined in prison. had
been most exemplary and meritorous. 1t
will be remembered that a petition was
COTTON up here at the time signed by the
Judge and the Jury and numerous citizens,
asking for the influence of executive
clemency. But President Fillmore refused
to disturb the verdict Of the Jury, which
at that period of his case was doubtless
proper. We are decidedly opposed to the
interference Of one man with the delibe-
rate, unbiased, and unprejudiced opinions
and decision of twelve constitutional um-
pires, and it is only in extreme cases like
this one, that we would think of giving
our assent to the exercise Of the pardonlng
power. If the purposes contemplated by
the law for the protection of the innocent,
and Of property, ale to be thwart by in
discriminate and reckless use of reserved
executive power, the law had better at
once be blottcd from the statute book. 1t
is dangerous power, and IFS abuse would
undermine the very foundation of social
security and existence, and place at the
mercy of peridious and wicked men the
interests and well being Of community.
The case Of young Haines, as all know
was an extraordinary one, for reasons
above stated. None can forget the deep
blush of shame and regret that tinged his
youthful cheeks as the evidences Of MS
guilt gradually and powerfully were de-
veloped. He looked volumes of repen-
tsnce, and when the jury, impelled by the
force Of the evidence to bring in verdict
of guilty, they did it amid their flowing
tears. He has now served in the Peniten-
tiary nearly two years, and given every
possible evidence Of good character
consequently his pardon is an act which
does credit to President Pierce's head and
heart.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16
Staunton aud its Character.

Our neighbors of the Spectator, under
the caption GLOW our neighbors regard
u.s." relate circumstance which, doubt
less intended as joke, might possibly
have bad effect abroad. 1t is as follows:
"a traveller in high state Of excite
ment. holding his bridle-rein in his teeth
and one of Coalt's revolvers in each hand,
and apparently apprehenslve Of some sud-
den danger, was seen cautiously vending
his way on horseback through one Of our
principal streets. All were struck with SO
singular sight, and several hailed the
traveller to enquire the cause Of his aglta-
ton and why he was thus armed. "Is
this the town they call Stanton % asked
the traveller. He was informed that it
was. All's right then. was his reply, and
without further explanation, put spurs to
his jadcd steed and hurried from this
Sodom Of corruption
To those who are aware ofthe utter ground
lessness of the many bad rumors, which
are in circulation about Staunton, the
above will afford little laughter. But
there are persons, at distance, who may
be green enough to take it as an actual
transaction, and therefore we earnestly
enter our protest against the publicity Of
any such story, upon any pretext. staun-
ton, from some cause or other, has not as
favorable name abroad as she ought to
have, and such stories, although innocent
ly intended, are calculated to create
prejudice and suspicion. and thus injure
the business Of this community. There is
no community of the same population
frcer from outrageous crimes, and where
better order is maintained than here. We
cannot imagine how it is such evil reports,
as those relative to this place, originate
Our people are law-abiding, hospitable,
and intelligent and such reports ere Ii
belous and injurious. By thus being SIAN
dered, the business of the place is made
TO suffer and consequently the interests of
the entire business population, more or
less, injured. We have plenty Of sins to
answer for. without being taxed with
imaginary ones. and it is an injustice TO
our merchants, mechanics, landlords, and
other business men, to give "aid and COM
fort' in any shape to such slanderons
publications,
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16
Central Bank of Virginia.

The Stockholders of the Central Bank
of Virginia, at their meeting on the 10th,
elected as its officers for the ensuing year,
the following gentlemen:
Presideni-Wm Kenny.
Directors.-Col. Jas. Crawford G. E.
Price, T. p. Eskridge, J. b. Breckenridge,
b. F. Points. J. w. Stribling, Jas. NJ.
Stout, and Wm. A. Bell.
Cashier. H. Tams.
Teller.-John Wayt.
Z The Bank has declared a dividend on its
operations for the last six months. Of Al per
cent, less quarter bonus to the State.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

Ns% Chas. L. Wheeler, Esq, for the
last six months, Editor of the Lewisburg
Era. has become the owner of moiety OF
that paper. Under Mr.. Wheeler's control
the Era has become one o.. the most in
tereSing and useful weeklies published in
the State. He is a sprightly writer, and
we wish him and his partner, Capt. Crane,
abundant success in their efforts to publish
a literary Journal.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16
Extraordinary.

On Thursday evening, we were visited
by heavy storm, accompanied by vivid
fl shes OF lightning, and loud claps of thun-
der. This is quite extraordinary for this
season Of the year. After the storm, the
Eastern horizon was spanned by distinct
and beautiful rainbow. This is Spring
Jumping into the lap Of Winter. If we
could hear of lamb lying down with a
lion. we would begin to think that the
time for the melting of the elements with
feryent heat, was not very far off.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

Nz- Our young friend, D. G. slanker,
Tobacconist has presented the junior with
a lot Of nicely favored segars. They are
such as the connoiseur in the putting line,
would be glad to get hold Of. We have
smoked come Of them with great relish,
ssnif here return our thanks to the donor,
Cor the gratis opportunity presented us Of
enjoying ssrssS We wish him abundant
+. ..o,cces, III His fix effort to do business for
hS-as.IL
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16
Large Force.

Messrs. Borst e. Mckay, contractors
on the S9th section OF the Virginia Cen
tlal Railroad, have in employ over two
hundred negroes-a part of whom passed
through this place the other day, on thei.
way to the work. Thiseontract embraces the
heaviest work on the Road between Staun-
ton and Covington, and we understand
they are the very men for it-being re.
sponsible. energetic contractors.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16
Stabbing.

D. G. Harry and Lightfoot Gibson were
brought before Mayor N. X. Trout, on
the 18th, by Constable M. G. Crawford,
ON charge Of stabbing Lindsey Paine, in
fracas, Ton Wednesday night, the 18th.
After hearing the evidence, the Mayor
recognized them in bonds and security, to
answer charge Of unlawful but not ma
licious stabbing.
Paine was not seriously hurt, only cut
ting small hole in his side. He is CO.
ing about as though nothing had happen
ed.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

@- Charles, slave of Geo. B. Beall, was
hung at Charlestown, Jefferson county, on
the 9th inst, for attempting rape on re-
spectacle white lady Of that place. He ac-
knowledged, on the scaffold, the justice Of
his doom. There were about 5000 persons
in attendance, and among them many fe-
males.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16
Nel'sas!ra


Senator Douglas, of Illinois, Chairman
Of the Committee on Territories, submitte
on the 4th inst, his bill for the orpaniza-
ton of Nebraska territory. 1t is represent
ed as very voluminous, covering fifty pa
ges Of manuscript. 1t has been feared that
the revival of the slavery question weu!d
grow out Of the discussion of this bill, and
ii has therefore been regarded as the mos.
important measure of the present session
of Congress. Senator Douglas has devo-
ted much time and great labor in framing
the details of the bill so as to avoid, If pos
sibe the re-agitation Of the Wilmot Pro-
viso. The bill proposes to establish the
territorial government at once and 10 ex-
tinguish the Indian titles afterwards, ex-
empting those tracts Of country from which
the Indian title has not been extneuishcd
from the operation of the bill, until those
titles shall be extingushed. Itappies the
principle OF the compromise of 1850 to the
proposed territory, providing that the State
or States to be erected out of it, shall be adj
mitted into the Union, with or without
slavery, as the people may select when
they apply for admission into the Union,
and further providing specially and specif-
ically, that the fugitive slave law shall be
extended to the territory of Nebraska, in
the same manner as it applres to the States.
Is The Visitors of the University Of
Virginia have determined that Mr.. AIex-
ander l.. Nelson, the Assistant Professor of
Mathematics, should take charge of the
Senior classes, and that Mr. Dinwiddie n
graduate OF the institution, should instruct
the Junior classes for the rest of the ses-
sion. This arrangement is made in cou-
sequence of the death Of Mr.. Courteney,
the late Professor.
g. 1t is stated that A. Griffin. ESQ, late
president of the city councils ofCiucilnati.
has fallen heir to $4,000 acres OF land in
Montgomery county, Virginia.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

~ The forged mining title in the Gar
diner case, has been missing from among
the papers. |: is very important docu-
ment, aud til thought Gardiner stole it.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

&- We direct attention to the adver-
tisements in to-day's paper. 1t will be
seen tina: Col. Hartman, as commissioner,
offers for sale some valuable town lots, sit.
ua.ed OH the Winchester Turnpike, and
admirably adapted to building purposes
Persons wishing to buy lots for that pur-
pose, can now be accommodated. A plot
Of the ground can be seen by calling at
the Office Of Hartman g. Bell.
John kessler also advertises his proper.
ty for sale. See advertisement.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

U.s. We return our thanks to the Hon.
J. Letcher for copy of the speeches of
Judge Bayly, on the bill providing for the
appointment Of assistant Secretary of the
Treasury. Also, for copies of several pa
pers containing interesting matter.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

Vs. Hon. A. G. Brown, has received
the nomination of the Democratic Legisla-
tive caucus, Of Mississippi, for U. S. Sem
ator, to fill the vacant seat from that State.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

iS, Some think we over estimated the
number OF females, IN attendance at the
execution ON the 9th. We, however, are
still of the opinion that we "ere right
We counted on the ground 500 colored
and white females, and we are sure there
were that many we did not count. Our
purpose in going out was to gather infor-
nation, and our attention was particularly
drawn to this part of the scens.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

rs Hon. Henry A. Muhlenburg, repre-
Sc NATIVE from Pennsylvania, in Congress,
died in Washington city on the 9th lnst.--
This makes the second member, the lower
House has been called on to mourn since
the present session commenced,
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

" 1t is said the Hon. jeff. Davis has
sent challenge TO the Hon. Robt. Toombs
of Georgia, and that the latter has accept
ed it.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

o. We have been favored by Prof.
Mores with bottle of hair tonic, cake
of soap for taking grease from cloth, box
of lip salve, and box Of tooth paste, for
the cure OF that great pest-the tooth-ache.
We have not had occasion 10 use either Of
the articles presented, but learn from those
who have tried them that they fully come
up to the recommendation OF the Profess
sor. His office is the town OF Staunton,
where he can be found at all times, willing
and ready to sell his articles. make a
speech, sing song, twist toby, or make
your side ache by relating an anecdote.-
Give him call-he is genuine jack Of all
trades.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16

r We published the Prospectus of the
Saturday Erening' Post, with the under
standing that copy of that paper was to
be sent to this office for one year. We
wish to know from the Proprietors wheth-
er they intend to comply~ssith the bargain.
We also published in our editorial
columns the prospectus Of Scott's Weekly
Paper as an advertisement for which we
were to be paid at the regular rates Of adj
vertising. We sent our bill on to the
publishers some time ago, but have
not heard from him. We call his atten-
ton to the fact, as we want to get what is
justly our due.
We also published the prospectus of the
Congressional Globe, but as yet, its pro-
prietor has not regarded his agreement.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-01-16
Cousin Sally billiard.

We publish on our out side that mimi
table story, cousin Sally billiard" Al
though doubtless, it has been read over
and over again by manyof our readers, we
know they will re-read it with as much
zest, as If il were fresh. We have never
seen anything of the kind so good. and
never heard but one story that could COM
pare with it. That one was related to us
by the Rev. B. N. B., the hero of
which now lives and moves in the ad-
joining county of Rockingham, well known
for his eccentricties. We would narrate
il here had we the tact. But il would be
boieh, and we will not attempt it. We
should like to induce our reverend friend
to put it down in black and white, but we
fear he would not consent. But let all
who are fond Of a good, heartj laugh read
Cousin Sally.
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1854-05-03
s A View Of the d. s. Senate. s.

gs!The us. Senate is thus daguerreotypeA
by clever correspondents oiathe Newark
Daily Advertiser: vilklsl a,es ssusi4f sAT
7'sLet US look down on the back of ahis
dusty old eagle. whose wooden vings 40
spread over the Presidents eehsir. u Nj.
Atchison has left the chair. and Mr.. Foot,
of Vermont very worthfiy fillsqit. Mr..
Badger is rubbing his chin asaif hs had
forgotten 10 shave this morning. Mr. 'BSil
is standing up, with a thumb in reach arm.
hole of his vesl;i Mr.. Cass is3playing with
his spectacl cles; q Mr.. Chase 10 sitting with
his 'lelt foot thrown over his right knee
reading a ifreessoiliepaPer; Mrs Claysoniis
peacefully enjoying the sola0e Of q good
quid Of foBacco, Mr.. Douglasl iss quietly
leaning back one q sofa. chewing wiskoA
stranger who is. speshaps.a . cahdidaSs sof
the first Govern norship of Nebfaskssi Mr.
Evans OF South Cafolina, 10 readiaRa
State Rights paper with his sparse hair
neatly scohbed t5ack over shisp vslvetcosa
collar; Mr.. Everett has coHse soA dead
pause in note he is writing. and, strange
10 say. seems lost for an idea; iMrs sFss.
senden has.just taken his :seat, after e1.
pressing himself rather dryly on w ash.
ingtont Watsti WORKS; sMs. Fish With bSdh
hands in, his 1panf pocketsy 10 leaniik
against ire lobby railing and talking rWish
a distinguished gentlemen from New Yosh,
MI. Twin is moving amendments iAafasos
81 California; Mr .2IIousion, who haskfs~A
10 6ei like d huge Beaf.aiis7 off inb 'coxss,
Mr.. JONES' on tennessee, sis tslkiGka wlsA
a geillsn,a an frosif the ifiouse, prebsbly on
the settlement Of the Cuttibgi ind sBseeaE-
enfidge controversy; MIR. Afortcnsis lostL
Iing lit the address. Of IasleHeflwhiekh hsrhas
been writing for an hour; Mr.. Masot,has
|i1st risen from an amendment relating 10
some pointin foreign : fairs; Me- Psssos
and Mr. Pratt are.re presenting Mssylsu1.
one p!aying with His watch chair, ,ahs osiSr
with his fingers; Mr.. Seward 10 ut h6mA
and 'Mss 'Shields 10 net retufned feoas ~
Cutting yifiicHty;; MIR. Slidellts Tying baSk
in his chair; smiling like a,baskst of chipss
Truman St6ith'is a. invisible ID soms dasie
Irdendso of Copper Stock. Mr.. Summer d
I-conversing with q stronger In the lekbE
and SO on To- the last name on 'ths' oasae
Iiosue-he who happens 70 be our SsaAsse
from Newark. Mr.. w right, is quietly play
ing with his eye glass. lilhi The lobby, NJ.
D. d. Barn ard dur aormer minisaers q
Prussia. Is talking with Chevalier Hp)aA.
nan. who stili lives sMr. Ewing ioGiIas;Syly
Secretary Of the Interior, hass i0st ioinS&
them, GROUND the se,niscrfcIsi q ppositS
me, gaily y5drsfed ladies glitter likssPs6SlG1
ltfout ID the Male mud arothd shems.s ssst
e2asyssstsfs
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1854-05-03

GiThe Paris Patrie OF a late date has ahe
iollowing:--a aYnesah ev.z ei ba,is,I s~ %
''At the last 'Fuilleries ball. the brilliati,
toilette OF a Stranger, With an Incredible
humber Of diamonds, attracted the attent.
ton OF all present. IN a moment the at.
teton was changed 10 the most Intense
curiosity, when Louis Napoleon was Oh.
served 10 accosttlie lady and rem ain some
moments in conversation The enigma
was soon solved. The lady was the widow
Of MIR. Aaron Burr. formely Vice Presi.
dent Of the United States, with whom
Louis Napoleon was on terms OF intim acy
Whilst in that country, and at the end o
fifteen years he had recognized't the widow
Of his old American friend. - This prob
ably alludes to Madame Jumel, the wealthy
second wife of COL Burr, who obtain ed
a divorce from him few years previou.
to his decease. She owns large landed
estate on the Island Of Malta a.-Ciin. Enc
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1854-05-03

3: sELr,IMpoarANcE. 4--.liaye you eyer 90.
served how soon man assumes the pstaf-
chiness 81 his dickey when the people
elevate him ii,he7 i'Fhe lower the office
is, as general thing, the more insolen,
you will find the occupants. ! Some oi
our local, pei bank cashiers put on more
airs than the Governor 81. the State; while
we have, seen the boss Of a two.horse rail.
road line more difficult 10 coms atthan
the Judge, Of 4 Suprems Court: Presi.
dent Pierce is far more accessible than
the CLERKS. The most insotent man we
have found at llie White House was afoot
man. man. The fact is, : tie ? more buck~hes
a mans head contains, where brains ough
10 be. the more he runs away with The
idea that being sassy and keeping his hal
slicked up is being adighifed.. Did 70,
ever notice the ma,tessA Dalchman. '3s'i
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1854-05-03

- The LAST Doe SroRY.-We like dog
stories. and make i, a rule always TO pub.
lish them. The very last one sisi from
Fayetteville. Ark. where d farmers dog
has been detected in going to the hog pen
At' 'nightsanf biting one Of fiie hogs tiIfh
gets up. when Archy lies down in lthe
warm place and goes 10 Sleep. :a0i ioofior
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1854-05-03

% That is bu, at,pempty purse which
is t0lli of!hlher folka' money,
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1854-05-03

..The lads. ..esir, Y said the landlord.
,Aiogbfsess siways saoall him prince les
sAspfh&e st ahsivillaga' GIsude Melnotte,
uh0 0tossSf lstd' Afeliotte3fhe gardener.tp
s05.Ahdawhy do they call him princeP'
Au41iretb Beauseant.is b,s 6s : sas1'sa
-mePsrsiy;i,repRea the la"dlord,f because
iAeis q shsihsathoiIt,en all. paftlysbscausr
~ kasssu6h q proud way with bhim. and
,edsSfSE Esacir, 6ns lcl0thesa ins short.
lDDoas litS pahcs.b ba But the bfevolusion
which turns usssH topsyssursy -hsS turned
Loudon free press. (Loudon, Tenn.) 1852-1855, 1854-10-25
ANOTHER RIGHTEOUS VERDICT A
GAINST THE MERCANTILE
TNnTTTcTTTnN

LIBEL CAsE-$5000 DAMAGEs.-In.th the Com
mon Pleas, before Judge Daily, verdict was
rendered in an action for lbel-Amos Keller
vs. Sheldon P. Church, the owner of one of the
"Mercantile A genc;esn in this city, in which
the jury mulcted the defendant in the sum of
$4,000. The defendant keeps a mercantile in
teligence Office, to inform his subscribers of
the mercantile standing and persons in relation
to whom they wish to be informed, and publish
ed the following in relation to the plaintiff:
oscar T. Keeler.-This youth has got married
and has bought a good brick store at about
$500, on which he has made the first payment,
and has bought out the entire stock of goods of
his father Amos Keeler) who is now evidently
trying to swindle his creditors, as he neither
pays his debts nor turns over his sons notes.
They Gather and sony are now receiving the at
tention of John S. Tapp, attorney, who will
perhaps, break up the sale and subject the
goods for the old mans debts" For the de
fence a justification of the libel was set up.
Verdict for the plaintiff, $4,000; in addition
to which the Court granted an allowance o
5000.
This is the second trial for a similar libe
which has been had in the same Court, lately
with a similar result. Both cases have beer
conducted by Charles cambridge Smith, Esq
for the plaintiffs Mr. Smith has devoted mucl
time and energy in searching out the iniqnitie
of these mercantile spies and informers, VIII
are said to be making money at the rate 0
$4,000 to 100000 year, by taxing merchant
in the city and matchmaking merchants il
the county.
We hope every trader from the country VIII
comes here to buy goods, and suddenly finds h
has been stabbed in the dark, and robbed of hi
credit, will prosecute these mercantile ibeller
and instead of obtaining $4,000 damages wi
claim and obtain $4,000. If Cur New Yor
merchants are not smart enough to know VIII
to trust and who not to trust, lei them get the
fingers burnt occasionally. The evils whic
these mercenarv agencies propose to remed
cure themselves.-I N. Y. Mirror.