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Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

GAnofhcY Chord Broken"

Under this head, the New York Herald
announces that the American Board ol
Commissioners for Foreign Missions has
Gu: loose from aud repudiated the South on
account Of the institution Of slavery. The
New York Evening Post rejoices at the
resolutions adopted by this abolitionized
Board and exultingly declares that the
Southern States will BIZ no loss TO the cause,
for that only small proportion Of the con-
tribations IS the Society were from the
South. The Post does not seem to COM
prehend chat there is anothe. view of this
question, save OF the dollars and cents
that on more OF the few remaing chords
of the confederacy is by this act broken
in Twain. Ii may be very true that the
South has not contributed much TO this
Board. The wonder is, that leeehed,
cupped and BLEED in every vain, to fertilize
the barren North, she has dollar to spare
for missions to the heather.
The particular point In controversy. was
the Choctaw law, .orbiddiug the teaching
Of slaves to read. The tender conscience
Of the Board could not permit the horrld
stain of submission 10 such law! In
vain the laen OF sense in that body OPP
posed tie agitation. IN vain the Rev.
Mr.. Read Of Rich nond, the abe and DIS
tinsushed pastor Of the United presbyte-
rian Church Of this city, made a gallant
opposition to the fanatics. In vain such
men "a Chsnc,llor Walsw or.h, the Hon.
Theodore Frslinghuysen. DR.. Tyler DR.,
Adams, and DR.. Riddle, urged the striking
out of the anti-slavery resolutions.
The resolutions were passed BY very
large marjorit,, and another proof gwen
that the conservatism, the good sense, and
the piety Of thr nation are becoming too
weak for a successful struggle with anti
slavery passion prrjndice and fanatieism'
There's one consolation in these things
Every step like this, hurries on the crisis
which is to decide the question OF the fu-
ture union Of the country. The men Of
this generation must look that question in
the lace. II the North is willing to cut
loose from the confcderacy. il has that re.
suit with its power. Certain It is, tina
it is better for the South that matters shoult
be pushed to extremes nov. than hereaf
ter.-Rich. Dispatch.
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sc;entific American.

The first number, OF the tenth volume,
of this highly useful and interesting week.
" publication, has been received. This
is work, we think, that every citizen Of
whatever business, SHOULD have. Our in
dustrious mechanics would find in almost
every number, some plan, or new idea
which they would reduce to practice i'm
mediately in their trade, which would
more than compensate for the small SUBJ
seripton pfice.. There are too many of
our industrious honest mechanics in the
country, who are laborine on the ste feo-
typed plans Of the last century, ssho, if
they would avail themselves Of the many
Improvements Of the CAY, would soon
amass fine fortunes. Price So year.
oneIhaif in advance, and the other IN six
months. Address, Mum Il Co., 1913 Full
ton Street, New York Sun Buildings.)
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Richmond Advertia en- .antH.

We publish number of advertisements
to-day, from Richmond merchants. We
are glad to see that Richmond is stretch
ing out her arms to grasp the rich boon
Vlrginian who has heretofore, in q great
degree, laid in the lap of Northern enter.
prise. We believe there is growing in
terest manifested by the people Of the
co untry. in behalf CT Virginia cities. In
deed, the only true means Of establishing
and maintaining Southern rights,is to build
up Southern markets, and keep within
our limits the wealth which flows into the
Golfers OF Northerners, i'll return for their
outrages and SCOTS upon Southern men and
Southern Interests. Let every man, who
feels ON interest and pride in the fiiain-
tenance and encouragement Of Southern
enterprise. contribute his influence to the
building up Of vast home trade, and thus
rival the commercial enterprise Of New
York and Philadelphia. Let Southern
merchants purchase their goods in South
Elm markets, and thls viii be accomplish
ed the building up Of Southern interests.
Richmond and Alexandria should super
sede in Virginia patronage. Philadelphia
and New York. Thetc Is NO reason why
it should not be So At least give them
a call, and judge theft whether they can.
not compete with Northern markets.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

THREE MoRE TERRlr5RiEs.-A plan, il
is said is on foo. for organizing three new
territorial governments in the Indian coun-
try south Of Kansas to consist severally Of
the Cherokees in one territory the Greeks
in another. and the Chocktaws aid ChicE-
asaws in third. This pian'has been sent
out to be canvasstd by the tribes COLI
cerned, and who. under it. are to be cen
stituted citizens Of the United States. A,
the last session of the Senate bill was
presented by Mr.. Johnson of Arkansas.
which embodied the features, Of this
scheme. The FIRST territory will de Chero-
kee, and will include the Cherokees, Osa-
ges, Senecas, Shawnees, aud Quapaws; the
second is to be Nuscogee and viii include
the Creek and Seminole tribes; and The
third named Chah-ta, and will include the
Choctaws and Chlckasaws.
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%. One Of the most useful and desirable
books for every business man has been
sent us by 4. Morris, Bookseller, Rich
mond. Va. 1t is late edition of Iate's
american Form Book, edited by Alexan-
der Sands, counsellor at law, and contain
ing, in addition to the original work,
forms Of Deeds Of Bargain and Sale, Lease,
Trust and Release, under the Code of Vir-
GINA. Also, forms Of attachments under
same, mode of holding to bail under acts
Of 1851 and 1852; aud other forms, yalua-
BILE to clerks attorneys. notaries, justices,
shtriffs. with complete index. 1t also
embraces the new Constitution OF Virgin
ia.
This isa truly valuable publication, and
is demanded by men every where. IN eve
~ day transactions. 1t would be great
saving of legal fees, i every man possessed
one oil these form books. Mr.. Morris is
himself the publisher.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25
o. Progress, and Prejudice, by Mas

es- Progress and Prejudice, by Mas.
CORE, an English authoress Of considera-
bic celebrity, has been sent us by the
publishers, Dewitt g. Davenport, N. Y,
through Robt. Bell, Bookseller, Alexan-
dria, Va. 1t is book of merit, written
in style sufficiently nervous to be inter-
esting. end Jet devoid Of redundancy in
verbiage, and sickly pedantry. 1t traces
with interest tc the reader, the bitter
"prejudice" cultivated in many OF the
aristocratic families of England the re-
ten,ng hatred which sires sought to instil
into their sons and daughters, because OF
disagreement between themselves--en-
deavoring to Undue their children with
our barberous passions; and relates liz in
teresting graphicness the final extinction,
under the influence of progress, OF
unnatural "preiudice," in the Meadowes
family. The work, in fact. is Interesting,
and will be pleasant companion to any
enc fond of the blending Of the real and
fanciful. Sold by Robt, Bell, Alexandria
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

&C. The junior editor was absent at the
issuing of the last Vindicator, and will be
absent this week. Any deficiency in the
collection Of local items Of news. &C.,
NAV be thus accounted for, as the seniors
are busily engaged in seeding their grounds,
&c. and have time only to glance bur-
riedly at passing events. The Junior will
be at his post during this week. we trust,
revived in health aud ,nvigorated in spir-
lis, ready to cutter with renewed elacrity
upon the discharge Of his post.
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The United States Magazine.

The first Number Of this large and hand
some monthly tae come to hand. Its
contents are highly interesting. We would,
however, advise A. Jones e. Co., that il
they desire 10 circulate their Magazine
among the Democratic party, they had
better fotbedt giving, what they are pleas
ed to term, "rhe political prospects Of
the country" Under that head we find
a long TRADE against the administration in
particular, snd the Democratic party III
general. Also, most fafsome laulation
Of Senator Seward, Of "higher law" fame,
attempting to show that he certainly will
be the next President of the United States.
No advocate Of Mr.. Seward can meet
with favor at the South.
Price III per annum. Address, A.
Jones g. Co., !, 8, s and I, Spruce Street,
New York.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

:. AbM'Nls1RATIoN FAluREs.-Tbe ad.
minis tration has fail.dt to commit itself 10
the pecdIating policy Of lis predecessor.
1t has failed TO give way to the assaults
Of tn e abolitionists.
II has failed 10 permit them to violate
the constitution Of the United States.
1t has failed to yield to the insolent de-
mands Of foreign governments.
: It has failed to oppose the Nebraska and
Kansas bill.
1t has failed to follow in the footsteps Of
its predecessor by failing to make several
treaties vitality important to the peace,
tranquility, and welfare of our country.
It has failed to commit itself 70 native
Americanism, Know. Nothingism, and fan
atheism generally.
These are among the failures Of the adj
ministration. We do not wonder that
they excite the ire Of the Wings and the
wing leaders; but we do wonder that this
ire should be So publicly and so bitterly
manifested Wash. Union.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25
who Can Become know Nothinss

The second article Of the Constitution
of the Know Nothings contains this pro-
vision:
"No person shall BIZ proposed as mem
Der Of tins order unless he be white
male, Of good moral character, of the age
Of twenty one years believer ia the Su.
preme Being, and born oithin the limits of
the United States If america.
THE PARENTS and al least one OF THE
GRAND PARENTS OF ALL THE CANDIDATES
MUST HAVE BEEN Born in THE UNITED
STATES .sss
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

u We publish Oh our outside very
interesting article from the Richmond
Examiner, giving historical view Of the
position of the Democrats On the Know
Nothing" question. The subject is pre-
scented in very forcibie manner, and j.
would be ell for our Democratic friends
to file away this number Of the Vindira-
tor.
We also publish very interesting letter
f1nm an accomplished aud intelligent
Young friend written Fl Niagara Falls
+. be wri,sl Is ritizeh OF this county.
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o. We received note few days age,
from our friend, NJ. N Brown, formerly of
spartapolis, in this county. from which we
extract the folowins.-Rock. Reg
Il have just purchased farm within
eight miles oftbe above place, lRiehmond,
Ray c9rntY, No. and expect 10 move up
on It the ist Of October. bought about
400 acresof unimProved land for $1,000.
Tell everybody that think I have found
the best and cheapest section .ofthe coun-
try, and ould be. glad to see them
here. Plenty of good land to enter IN,
this county. and now is the lime to s,.ike."
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Anecdote.

-
Nj. Van Buren, Is attracting great deal
Of attention abroad by his courtly manners
and happy. faculty Of fitting m to all
sorts 81 society. The same qualities that
made him SO happily escape from political
commitallsm in this country, carry him
trlumphantly through the niases Of Eu-
ropean society. Mr.. Clay was very fond,
in his social moods, Of talking Of men and
things Of Washington. OF Nr. Van Bu-
rem he had many amusing "reminiscences !;
the one following was perhaps his tayorite.
He said, that when Mr.. Van Buren, visit
ed at Ashland just before the publication
of the fatal Texas letters,) he was his
guest for several days, and Gin one oeca-
sion he. with Mr.. Yam Buren,, visited a
race track in the neighborhooa, TO witness
the display of choice-blooded stock. Mr..
Van Buren, was entirely unknown TO the
people present. and followed Mr.. Clay
about with smile Of APPRECIATION at every
thing he, witnessed. While sauntering
around, Mr.. Clay said to one of the jock
eys, "What horse is that q Martin Van
Buren," was the reply. Mr.. Clay ''nudg-
ed Matty. aud called his attention to the
fine proportions of his namesake. While
thus occupied. a plain old farmer came
along, and learning the stallion's name
much to f'old Halls" Observation-Disclosures
ed, Il should net like TO have "a colt BY
that crittef." "And why nots' said MIR.
Clay, with emphasis. "Why," said the
farmer, in an oracular manner: "You see
the colt would slip his halter he never
could be depended on" Mr.. Van Buren,
was greatly edited. and Mr.. Clay had his
own amusement in repeating tie story.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

or The Rev. J. Thrush, pastor Of the
NJ. +. Congregation. held prayer meetings
every night during the past week, at
private residences. The third quarterly
meeting Of this conference year common,
ed in this place on Saturday the 23d inst.
There are several preachers besides the
cation pastor. and the presiding Elder, in
ATTENDANCE.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

a. The yellow fever is again throwing
Il. blight of dark distress and gloom over
the Southern country. In Savannah, Mo-
bile. Columbia. New Orleans, and all the
n,;ncioal towns OF the South, its work OF
lea,l, is progressing with fearful rapidly.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

t5r The Spectator and the Lexington
Gazette have recently been entertaining
the public with ,oluminous and tact dis
cussion Of the relative largeness of Staun-
ton ard Lexington. The theme. Of course,
is prolific of endless argument and vast
statistical facts. We advise the public to
watch with anxious curiosity the progress
OF thus conflict Of the quilts. for we doubt
not the rise aud progress and the present
and future prospects Of each to- I'VE like
10 have said town) city will be brought to
light, with arithmetical accuracy. Indeed,
the Spectator commences in its last issue
the publication CT few facts bearing Oh
the present condition Of our city, which
must be edifying to strangers, especially
the last evidence mentioned Of our pros
perity-thc "tin pan and deg story. -
Doubtless. the Gazette will come forth in
its next issue. ran.ing and foa ming, at the
too free use of the editors name, made by
our neighbcr. We trust 1t will not result
in call for "pistols and coffee for two"
or the Intervention of frieLds to have the
affair "honorably adjusted Such Sc
quel might initiate against the rising
greatness Of the Don Quixotte Of the Ga
zette and the windmill" Of the Specta-
tor. If''Don Alphonso." unlike his great
prototy pc, revives his attack, after the
shower bath he received this week, we
cannot with any accuracy divine the ter
mination. as history furnishes no illustrs-
ticn to guide us. We shall watch the
weather and trust in providence. tina: neither
Of the Jerry Mididdlus get their blood
split.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

DISTRESSING MoRrALlry.--On Thurs
Cay the 7th inst, Mr.. Peter Liyick living
about three miles from Staunton, died OF
Dysentery. III the afternoon of the sane
day, one Of bis children died, and father
and child were both buried In the same
grave the next day. A few weeks pre-
vious two other children died of the same
disease, and one since his DEATH. In the
course OF one month the father and four
children have died.-Spec,
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Hon. jos. r. CHANDLER.-Ths gentle
man has accepted the independent wkig
nomination for Congress in Philadelphia.
In his letter OF acceptance, after referring
to his past efforts to serve his constituents,
he says:
# reelected, these efforts shall not be
abated and pledge myself that they
shall be Joined so an unfailing vigilance
against all inroads ane' innovations which
may have for their objects weakening q
the rights which the Constitution secures
10 every citizen Of the United States, and
which render our common country al,
asylum for those who are objects Of per-
scouting intolerance. or are sufferers unfer
the iron heel Of relentless despotism.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

Ssr We direct the attention of our read
ers to the various advertisements in to-
days paper. 1t will be seen that the
Clothing Stores are supplied with their
usual large and seasonabe supplies.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

PuRcHAsE OF CuBA.-A teleglaphic des.
patch from Washington to the N. " Her
aldrefers to a prevalent rumor that letters
have been received from our Minister a,
Madrid, ofan arrangement made with the
new government Of Spain, for the purchase
OF the Island Of Cuba. 1t is said moreover
that England and France, and especially the
latter, favor the sale from motives ofsound
International policy. The Richmo nd En-
quirer proposes NOT o credit the report.
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MAR RIED,

On the 2lst lust, by Rev. WIN. b. Browne !,
Mr., GivENs SnIrLEr Of Augusta comfy, to Miss
ELIZA Ann, daughter Of John F. Wise Of this
place.
On the 81 Of September, in B,ih county, uear
Millbcroush. ~ the Rev john D. Freed, MIR. G.
W. DEANEs, formerly of Nelson couniy, Va, to
Miss MARGARET a. KELLER, formerly Of Angus
III, county.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

U.s. We learn that the camp meeting,
held in Highland county. last week was
very interesting occasion, aud that about
fifty persons protested conversion. and uni
ted themselves 70 the church. The meet
ing was under the direction Of the Rev.
5. V Blake, Of the Baltimore Conference,
presiding Elder of this district.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

Dc. There is another man in Richmond
besides Sutherland, who is rrda apis -
We mean, Bartholomew, the poet Jewel
or. See his advertisement. It's rich, and
worth quarter to read it. Bartholomew
IS a Jolly fellow-writes poetry well, and
above all sells cheap jewelly. and makes
good work Ii you don't believe it. call
and see him.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

V5- The Goblin Snob, with nearly fifty
comic engrayings, has been sent US, through
Robt Bell, Bookseller, Alexandria, Va
In its line, it Is a very well gotten up
affair, and as the price is quite low. so
cents. it would be well worth the money
TO have hearty laugh. Dewitt g. Day.
export, New York, are the publishers.
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The PURCHASE OF CuBA.-The New
York Express says il has it from authentic
sources that Mr.. Soule has been renewing
the offer to Spain for the purchase Of Gu
ba; and that he agreed to give more
than S100, 0o0.0 00 the sum said to hare
been rendered during President Polk's
administration The Spanish Minister'S
who are greatly in want of funds, although
screly tempted BY the jingle Of SO many
millions, gave the proposition some liftse
attention. but only to reject it.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

ssr Jno. p. ballard. the popular land
lord Of the Exchange Hotel, Richmond
is erecting large building immediately
below the present Hotel with view to
opening in it, when il is finished. It will
be fine establishment we presutne.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

es- We are GLAD to learn that Prof. +.
Lawrence Hale, has succeeded in securing
an "organ." The highly favored guider
are the conductors of the Fincastle Demo-
crat! We recommend to our friends, after
this evidence of their sagaety, two passa-
ges of scripture. viz +" Judas went and
hanged himself" go thou, and do like
wise !"
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

TuMBiED DowN.-During the heavy
ram OH Wednesday night last or rather
Thursday morning, the foundation Of the
old frame tenement, east Of Packers mill.
gave way, and the building tumbled to
the ground. Fortunately the house was
unoccupied.-Spec.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

o. Samuel Johnson. member Of the
theatrical company which performed here
for several weeks during last spring, died
recently in Charlottesville. Of deli''um tie
mems. Mr.. Johnson was very popular as a
tragedian. His occupation, previous to his
connection with the theatre. was that Of a
printer. sa s, 1894
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

Hss We notice 10 the Madison Courier
description of the riding habit of six a.
dies who had entered to contend, in eques.
trian feats, at the Indiana State Fair, for
a prize saddle. This is something new.
Cant we get up something of the kind
this fall, at The Virginia Fair'
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

0~ Rev. Dr. Plumer who has been in
Baltimore. for number of years as the ac-
ceptable pastor Of the Franklin street Pres
byterian Church. took his dnal leave OF
that city on Sunday night preparatory to
his departure for Allegheny City, Where
lie has been called to the chair of Fastori-
al Theology, ir the Seminary of that place.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

MAINE MISUNDERSTANDING, Sept.
20.-The. returns from remote towns grad.
uall3 reduce Morrills supposed majority,
and il is now Thought that he will lack
one thousand Ct an election by the PEG.
PIE.
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DEcoRuM IN. CHuRcHEs.-En one of tlse
churches Of Washington, resolution of
the elders or trustees was read on Sunday
prohibiting prisons from standing about
and conversing upon the steps or vestibule
during service. The pastor also felt il to
be his duty to lecture some of the young
people o.. the congregation for iudecorous
department during the hours of worship.
The lecture was not without its effect, for
everything went on in conformity with
the demands of profrieiy Yet it could
not Bit be observed, says the Intelligencer,
that there was still one prohibition need
ed, such as that posted up in one Of the
neat little churches in Georgetown, VIZ !:
Gentlemen are respectfully requested not
to use tobacco during the service.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

be. The Democrats of Gilmet county
held meeting on the 22d Of August and
appointed delegates to their State Conven.
lion. instructing them TO vote for Henry
a. Wise as the candidate for Governor.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

" We are gratitied to learn that the
Engineers who are locating the Mahassa
Gap Railroad, are making their way up
the Valley. They have removed their
encam pment to within about fourteen miles
Of this place. We hope soon to see them
in our midst.-Rock. Reg.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-09-25

GoLpIN VlRclslA.-Thep Philadelphia Ledg
er has been shown lump OF gold gathered
from the mines of the Slate Hill Company, at
Louisa, Va, the proceeds 81 two weeks labor,
which is valued a 500, and cost in the pro-
luc,ion about S4o0-gving $500 profits for the
d un;,s sesss The h prospects it IS said are
~ and quality Of the gold produced.