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Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08

A correspondent of the National Intel
ligencer gives the following interesting ac=
count OF marriage by pFoxy--or to
speak mole correctly, marriage where
only one Of the contracting parties was
present-which lately took place in "did
Virginia :"
1t is but recently that became aware
of the fact that marriage by proxy was al
lowable in the Old Dominion. Some
years ago sable SOP of Africa, called
Gencra!--a title which he had net earned
by gallant services on the battlefield
neither had he acquired it as Gen. Mathew
Arbuckle did his Of the same grade, but
had received it from his sponsors in bap-
tsm, if he ever had anr-saed and Won
the love Of coloisd lady sporting the
rural name Of MiIi.en Sally. 4 dag was
fixed for their wedding, the officiating
clergyman being colored gentleman a
slave on an adjoining plantation, a stiehier
for dignity, and firm believer in the re-
solutions Of '9S and SO. Those who
needed his services had to go to his cabin
General and Milken had to make the
best Of it, as Mahomet would no: 90 to
the mountain, it remained for the mcuu-
tain to SO 10 Mahemet. The evenllnl
evening "a, length arrived--the guests are
assembled. the groom has come, bu, the
BRIDE is missing. The venerable clergy
man at length becomes impatient, expresses
his establishment at Miikens absence,
when the General rising from his seat,
thus delivers himself: Look here. broder
CullileT. it is no use waiting for dat dar-
key knows her like book she has
gone to sleep, setting fore de fire. Use
authorized to speak for her. so jcs 90
ahead jes the same if she was here" Old
Culifer thought it a wise suggestion, aud
proceeded to unite them in the bonds of
matrmony. When the General went
over to Milken's cabin, slre enough, there
she was fast asleep by the fire, with some
of her wedding fnery in her hand. She
was terribly provoked to learn be-
wedding had come off, and she was not
there
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
I7nportan Geoizioll.


We find in the u. j. Journal OF Com,
merce the report of a case OF importance
to business men generally.
The action was against the endorsef of
note, dated Feb.7, 1851, for $500, pay
able on de,Eand with interest. The ma
l,er failed in November. 1855 |, and month
before that was known by the plaintiffs to
be in failing circumstances; and between
two and four months before they had spo-
ken to hia about paying the note, and he
told them he could not pay it then, but it
was perfectly good, and that they should
not be uneasy about it. Their agent, who
acted for them, said en- his testimony--aI
had no uneasiness about the note at all, be-
cause was satisfied the endorser was good
aud therefore il was pot matter Of much
Importance, and il lay: we could not get
the money from Davis" II was decided
that, after the note was six months old,
and the holders were satisfied that they
could not collect it from the maker, they
= ere guilty eff neglect IN not making for
afdemand of payment, and notifying the
eadofsef Of the non-Pay meht, twas held
that they had no right, after tnat, 70 de-
lay, because they were satisfied the en-
dolser was good" This was not good
faith to the endorser, and the plaintiffs
aust bear the consequences of it, They
ELLA, ed making demand until January
Il, 1892. That was too late and the en-
dafser was discharged. twas further de-
eiled thai the reason Of this rule applies
as much to note payable on demand, with
interest, and ON which the endorser puts
maker, as te an ordinary note payable ON
demand, L canlet be inferred, in either.
case, thai a delay is intended to be allow
Cd under such circumstances as are stated
above. Consequently, judgement was
given for the defendant.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08

NO ! s

tabIish between those who own and those
who do not own slaves The owners Of
slaves are no better than their fellows, it
is true but they viii not suffer in the
| comparison.
ask, then, how does the institution of
slavery operate upon the black racer 1t
operates Ike charm. We have slaves
among US eminentg worthy Of respect and
confidence. We have female servants that
in point OF manners, morals, and principles,
fat suIpass many white servants. But free
them, and they are valueless; they are
valueess the moment you knock their
shaekies off. appeal to those around me
in support Of the position take. con-
trast the slave Of the South the genteel,
well raised obedient slave of the South,
with the flee negro Of the North It is a
principle universally understood known,
and conceded as fact, that If you take
ti1e best raised, best cultivated slave, break
off his shackles and send him freeman,
to the North especially. or even if you
free him at home, the chances are nlne
out Of ten, that he becomes degraded
man and a worthless yagabond.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08

A Western justice--of course he couldn't
De anything else but Western-orderea a
witness "to come up and be sworn"
He was informed that the person was
deaf and dumb. Il don't care :" said the
Judge, passaonately, ewhether he is Or Mt
here is the Constitution of tn United
States before me. 1t guarantees TO every
man the right of speech and SO long as
have the honor of seat on this bench il
shall not be violated or invaded. What
the Constitution guarantees to man, he
should have, | reckon.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
P O t T R Y
INVITA- Snnrln

"Write Soon
Long parting f.om the heats we love,
viii shadow DER the brightest face;
And happy they whopart ard prove
Affection changes not with piece.
A sad farewell is warmly dear,
But something dearer may be found
To dwell on lips that are sincere,
And lurk in bosoms closely bound
The pressing hand, the sieadIast sigh,
And both less earnest than the boon;
Which, feryenlly, the last fond sigh,
Begs in hopeful words, Write soon =
+ "Write soon y oh, sweet request Of truth !
How ieuderly lis Accents come
We heard II first in early youth,
When mothers watched US leaving home.
And still amid the trumpet joys
That weary us with pomp and show;
We Turn from all The brassy mise,
To hear this minor cadence flow.
We part, but carry on our way
Some loved ones paintive sfirit-tune,
That as we wander, seems to say,
"Afection lives on faith write soon ~
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
Tie classic Figure Of Speech.

In Mr.. Benton's speech on the Nebraska
bill, delivered on Tuesday in the House Of
Representatives, he said he supposed that
he would be allowed to repeat figure of
speech used by. MI Burke in the British
House ofGomin0ns, which he stated was
IN reference 20 Lord Thnilow, who had
interviewed in some legislative business
contrary to fhe oratef's sense of hight and
deeorum, and thai Burke said of Thur
lows intrusive opinion that he did not
care shree jumps Of louse for it. The
doughty ex-senator, we apprehend, was
mistaken in attributing the remark TO
Burke. Il our meinofy of the story be
figbt, il was lady who made the observa-
ten to Burke, who theieuaon made the
following epigram;
y lady has toll me, and i.f'l.er own house,
That sac dos n9l cafe for nae alifee ,skips Of a
louise. -
forgive he dear creature tor what She has said,
Fer women will speak of whoi fuas in their
heGls -tTGsa Sentinel.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
Governor Smith and fgr. Benton

The Washington Seasipet speaks IN the
following HANDSOME tenas of Governor
Smith and his speech on Thursday
Ive I'm that Governor Smith, Of 9ff
giHia rep ed most ssicressluir yesteag
to the speech of Mr.. Benton on the &C.
biaska bill. We did not have the pleas
ure oil hearing Governor Smish speak
but his speech is represented by those who
heard it as a NEST successful and triumphant
effort He had some sharp shooting with
the istingnished ex-senator, in v hieh he
is universally acknowledge to have come
Of he victor. 1t is not every man who
would brave the experienced veteran of
Missouri. There are still fewer who
could engage, and successfully engage, in
a conflict with him. But those W no know
Governor Smith as we dc, know full well
that he is equal to anything he may un-
dertake. Few have met him in debate
who did net have cause TO repent of their
temefitY.o
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
WILLIAM CHAPMAN.

"a RADUATE Of The Balllmore College oil
essY Dental Surgery, having returned to Argus
Ia, resumes his profession. Any person wish
,ns information as 10 his qual'teal tons, are
respectfully referred to the faculty viz
Chaplin A. Harris, Nj p. u. ID. S, Proles-
sor OF Principles aud Practice OF Dental Sur
gerry.
OF Operative Dentistry
WIN. R. Right, NJ. D.. Professor of Chem.
Washington r. Handy. Nj p. Professor
of Anatomy and Physiology
Thona. L Bond, NJ. D.. Professor of Path
oloay AMI Therapeutics
Philip II. Austin, An NJ, D, ID, .. S,
Professor OF Mechanictl Dentistry.
Pos, Office address Cline's Mill. or Mt
sidney.
March 10, Is5i-ly,
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
WHOLESALE ANEs ssEaT'1aEEI
w. j. POINTS,
AT THE SIGN OF THE
BIG COFFEE POT,

One door bel0lO DedkinS & Merritt, Nam 81
SNOULD respectfully invite tie attention OF
" those desiring 10 purchase, CHEAP TIN
SHEET lion, and Brass Wares, to his stock. II
comprises in part the following articles:
Plain and painted slop Jars, fancy and painted
Toilet Buckets, Spice Boxes, Water Cans, Wafer
Goolers, Plain Golire and Tea Pots, Block Tin
Coffee and Tea Pots, Jelly and Cake Mnutls,
Cake Boxes and Ice Cream Freezers, Wooden
Ware. Laeterns, &C., and many other useful ar
ticles for Iiouseleepers. have on hand, some
Of The most approved patterns of cooking stoves
witch will De disposed OF on reasonable terms
Roofing, Spoulne. and GATHERING done in the
oesl manner, aud of good materials. All kind:
OF repairing done al the shortest notice.
March 20, 1854.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
WILSON PETERS, IL MARTIN, W PETERS
Nelson. Lynchburg. Nelson.
PETERS, MARTIN & CO,
Commission & Forwarding Merchants
Essg.syEasSEs. VA.

EETENDER their services to their friends. ac.
e. gnalnanees. and to The Planters. Farmers
and Merchants OF Virginia and North Galoli-
ma, for The sale of
TOBACCO, WHEAT, FLOUR, CORN &C.
and for the purchase of GOODS, GROCERIES,
GUAN0, PLASTER, &C., &c.
Particular attention paid 10 the forwarding
of q lads, Groceries, Produce, &c &c. From
lht-lr lone Hpefieace in the business and united
o1uls, they believe they will be able 10 give
satisfaction To those who may coniie their 5u-
sness 10 their management.
References.
AUGUSTA Judge Lucas ?. Thompson, Mes.
siruts linboden 4 McCue, N. H. Masse, Esq
Maj. J. Marshall MeCue, Col. Alex K. Gsens,
John McGue, Esq.
RockpRDcE.-Col. Mcdowell Read, Ed
ward Echols ESQ
ALBEMARLE.-.Hon VIM. c. Rives.
NELsoN.-Gen. AluA. Brown, f. NJ. Cabell,
Esq,
LYNcHBuRG.-Mc Daniel, Hurt & Preston,
McCorkle and Jones, AGREE and McClana-
han. Saunders s lrby, Echols & Pryor.
They have removed, aud now occupy the
large Brick Building at the lower end of the
Basin, recently vacated by Messrs. Deane s.
Brown, where they have ample storage room,
they have also ample storage room al the Cen
lraI Railroad Depot.
Anil g. lSJ1-tf
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08

EVERY Day G&SriLrry.-We were
somewhat amused as we stood by the
desk at the Revere House few days
since, when remarkable aseedy' indi.
vidaal approached with an irregular gait,
and with majestic wave of his hand de-
sired to book his name.9 do you wish
for room, sir :" lnquircdthe clerk in at
tendance. No sir z CALCULATED Our friend.
why do You wish 10 book your name,
then;' Niih.a continuance expressive
Of Indignation he replied" Because iaas
1an 10 a;fiee q We found ihat it WA
tine Tor Us 10 leave.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
CLOTHING EMPORIU NJ.

TIME heretofore existing firm Of STEINER
T. & BRO, has been dissolved by mutual con-
cent, ard the business will hereafte be COL.
Quoted under the style of STEINER, Brothers U
Co. In consequence Of this change, 1t hecoinea
necessary 10 make settlement Immediately OF
all debts Up 10 the Isl Of March We there
fore call ON olr friends to come forward and
| make immediate settlement
We have irs returned from the Nor,hetl
cities, where we purchased one of the hand
soonest most fashionable, and largest assortment
Of Spring ard Summer Clothing ever offered IN
this market They were purchased at greatly
reduced prices, and thel etore We are prepared 70
sell unprecedeniedly low The stock is com.
posed in part OF
Dress & Frock Coats,
Of ihe hsst qualities of English aud French
Cloths, made aud trimmed in the very best
style single breasted Albert Goats, new
style wei! adapted 10 the business men, Of
French black and colored Cloths at very low
prices; single breasted Frock Coats o. French
Cloths close imitation OF the fine dress rock
coats at halt plice; spring Sack Coats of cloth,
cassimeres and tweeds, various coors and pri-
ces.
PANTALOONS.
French black Doeskin and Fancy Cassimeres Of
every description.
Vests,
Rich fancy Silks and Satins, black do. Bomba-
zines, VaIencias, Marseilles, and Calices al
all prices.
Boys Clothing.
A full assortment OF Boys Clothing.
FANCY DRESS ARTICLES,
embracing all the new styles of Fancy Silk
Cravats. English Satin do.
GLOVES. White, black and colored Silk,
KID. Esle and Cotton of every description.
TRUNES aud CARPET BAGS of superior
finish ana at low prices
SuSPENDERSo of superior French English
and American manufacture. Un1ershirts and
Dtawers of 6ne meriuo, silk, bet cotton, jean
and muslin, Of every description aud quality.
UMBRELLAS Of silk and cotton very cheap.
Al Of which will be sold al the lowest prices
wholesale or retail.
April 8, 1854. STEINER, BRCS. & co.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
RE.W0E.HEI,

r, 81 FAUST hive removed ihei' Store
10 tie House lately occupied hy j. &.
hyTe s, Bfes ae2t daor 10 Kayset anu Sub
hl,ng here they have on hand a large supply
# home aud imported BOOTS & SHOES
ladies' Shoes of every variety also Hats,
caps, Unblelas and Carpet Bags, &C., all OF
which will be sold at the owest prices. The
public are invited to give them call,
Feb. 10, 1854.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
A Lesson. ylitton In Blood. .

Il had rather It had Seen me. than
Blaeh burn that was killed, !" said the ago.
aized Christian, attet he had taken the
life Of elow-beiHg.
The pale, emaciated osen-down frame
Of II. L. Watd, now on trial for killing
Butler, the distress of his wife and friends,
all prove that in his ease too, "the suryi-
vor has the worst of it,
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
AUCTION EERiN &.

sasHE subscriber offers his services to the
4 people OF Augusta county, as Auclloneer.
lie can always be lound a! bis residence IN
New Town, when not professionally engaged.
He hopes to receives reasonable share OF Pub
lie patronage. VIM. u. REED.
Stannton, Jan. %, iSo4
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08

g. When has a nan a right to scold
his wife about his coffee When he has
abundant grounds.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08

ess A man named Cassidy has been ar
rested IN Wit eounit Va, charged with
tas murder Of another named aicGriilin.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08
MARBLE Y ARD AT
VsT'. SIDNEY,

swaHE undersigned would respectfully inform
a his friends and the public that he has just
returned from the North where he laId III 4
supply Of fine marble, aud is nov prepared I,
furnish at the shortest notice, and in the nices'
styles,
TOME-SrONES g. MONUMENTS,
on HE most reasonable terms
JOHN WHITE
Mt. Sidney, March 27, 1854. -ly.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08

CABELL HOUSE, LYNCHBURG.
,svHE PARTNERSHIP OF CAMERON &
Il BELL. as Proplleiors OF The Cabel House
was dissolved OF. the 18Th INST, Ivy mutual con-
seut
FRANCIS NJ. PENNINGTON, having pur-
chased the interest OF Mr.. Cameron, the under
signed Will continue to conduct tue GABEl.l.
HOUSE under the style OF BELL Y DUN
GfON. where they will be pleased to
see their friends and Tie public generally.
ROBERT II BELL.
IT, Nj. HUNTINGTON
March q, ls5l.-tf.
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1854-05-08

place to Jay down her shattered frame in
peace. Tie night Of the second day bro
Ella to the place of destination. She en-
tered the house where Grace was, almost
unconscious Of tie manner in which she
introduced herself as Grace Warmers
friend. That was enough-an elderly Ia
d3 clasped her hand and babe her wei
Come. oh 7 said she, It's strange sight to
be in her sick room. Poor thingi she is
nearly gone and still SO lively-and yet
this morning when ! went in, knew she
had been weeping!'
Did she ever mention me5' said Ella.
Last night she SAID if you would come
she could die eontended, replied the old
LADY,. -a
Then lead me 10 ler quickly, fI;sd
FL. s,,ll as.,,.,.;.ll.....l sg,x :
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1854-06-15
Tsn1a-aea -zeestuz.

The CIearfe,d Comfy Washington Society held
its II orthIy meeting in Clearfeid Borough or 9th
June 1854 for the purpose Of electins delegates 10
the State Convention holden il Harrisburg on 7th
inst WI. IRWIN of Curwensyiric was elected a
Senatorial delegate. and Rev. JAS. HAMILTON of
the game place Representative delegate, with
power and privilege to appoint substitutes as occa
sion might require
J. B. MEsALLY delivered an impressive address
Oh the expe1iency of the people voting directly
for Prohibitory Liquor Law
WIZ II. ROBERTSON spoke at some length on the
samc subject
WN C. RoTE, also, in his usual witty and pleas
ing tanner, but rather nnHs .Et'y eloquent enter
tinel the meeting in becoming style, and did the
| cause n,uca, bat himself honor
DT-Sny Sec-y
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1854-06-15

Tho pnr,1,l ,rity of our Governor is net alone
confined to this state. The Cincinnati Com
nier eiaL says ssGov. Bigler, OF Pennsyivanll,
lust week vetoed four bank bills. He beats
Gsy. Powell, of Kentucky, and in reglri to
btnFzs, appears to be tr1adinS in the footsteps
ofhonest old Simon Snyder. .''-PeRnSyi yiraaSsn
The a-3ye puff will do to manufacture pc
| III trity fCr Gov. Bigler abroad; but here
wn3r1 tn. laople arr familiar with tle history
of his ain.nIssr ltion, and his Inconsistency
| in reg ri to Banks it will De reg 2ricd as sim
ply ridiculous ltis fact unienied AMI un-
,nilbls, that since Bglar gub.rn ltociil de-
IN down to thepressnt time, his course on the
3 INK question hls been hipocciticll ani dis
hon est. In his inaugural address, and in all
his subsequent annual messages, he took ultri
anti-B INK ground, cond demning the mixing
system and an increase of paper currency as
rIinous TO the interests of the country. AID
yet during the first session of the LegislttUr,
aft er his induction induction into office, this
Bank IA itiDg party,s tiends ssrua through
scores ofB INK ch lrters al Bigler signed th em,
Signed them while the GS WAS not yet dry
npon the ptrchm mt that non. aimed his with er-
| ing dsnunci ltlnS OF the wolc paper currency
system, What base hypcrisy, and what
| fir iuI upon the people! Tt, slme gtme was
played, during the winter of55 and ,5i. The
Pennsutraai1n anounce IS viii flourish of
trumpets that .s Gov. BigleT hto6d fourB lnl
bill - pass by the l1te Legislature; buc It is
very crcful tosuppress the factthlt Gov. Big
ler signed bills for other loc ilt.s ioiich con-
taine eEactly the SINE provisions g those 'aeN
It is dishonest and contemplate Tor the loco
foco presses to attempt to manufature popu-
Iarity for Bigler upon so SIN Ill a ceital as the
-.ysto of -four B .hk bils,'' when is known
that during his administration the Locofoco
purity, ,ciih The Ere .attise approbzion, ave Gre
ate1 anl &c CT ID scores of Banks in eyry
section of thu state, an1 Hood ID the e,untry
with IN Increase of the worthless currecy so
strongly d deprec lted by Gov. Bigler in b. an
nu Il m ssslge. Shame on such INCONSISTENCY
an ihypocrisy.-Penaa. Telegraph
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1854-06-15
A Curious Dining Eau.

We learn from London paper, that Profess
sor Owen was recently entertained at dinner in
the garden OF the Crystal Palace at Sydenhan,
in the modlc of an Iguanadon. The animal in
whose mold the dinner was given was one OF
the former inhabitants of Sussex, England,
several of his bones having been found near
Horsham. His dimensions have been kept
strictly within the limits Of an anatomical
knowledge. The length from the snout to the
end of the tailwas 35 feet: he was Effect high !:
the circumference of his body was p feet; and
the girth of his fore leg 6 feet inches
Twenty one gentlemen dined comfortably
within the interior of the c-eature, and Pro-
fessor Owen sat in his head as substitute fer
brains.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1854-06-15
JAMES POLLOCK.


There is an evident determination on the
part ei the Administration TO plunge Us into a
wtr with Splin. The WaSAiazton Union Of
W ednas13y contains another violent article on
CUBA with i view of preparing the public
mind 1or the oelliG ercnt mess lge whica il h
been determined to send in, rs soon as the
NcbrisSa bill is dispose of. We are to turn
bucc ,aeers for that is the proper term, and,
with scare cly the shadow of an excuse take
possession OF Cubl, simply bee tuse we desire
it. and viii AID another slave State to the con-
feiarcy. The Washington correspondent of
the Journal Of Commerce, always rel sble when
foreShadowing the action of the Administra-
ton, says, ssthere is reason TO suppose that the
President viii send to Congress after week
Spain proposing hostile measure. The tone
of the Presid cnt's Black Warrior Message of
the 18th of March has been constantly MAIN
tanned in the Union, and, therefore, it is be-
lieved that the Union represents the Presidents
views and purposes when it promises to urge
tb3 Immediate blockade of the Cuban Ports,
upon the refusal Of the Spanish to afford ra-
paration for the alleged 1spiratical outrage"
upon the Black Warrior. That the demands
Of Mr.. SoUig are rejected, there can be no
doubt. Hence, it is supposed that snail
have a s,quel to the NJ esslge of the 18th of
March, and in more definite manner. The
Mess lge of tae 18th of March proposed that
provisional powers be given to the President.
The House Committee OF foreign Affiirs have
declined noticing this proposition, or the mes
sage itself in any way. The President viii
next make his opposition, it is thought, def
mite and specific
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1854-06-15
WAi.E Sta.e Committee.

In pursuance of the directions of the late
Wing State Convention, | have selected the
following gentlemen to compose the State
Central Committee for the present year.
Col. A. G. Curtin. of Centre Co. Chairman.
Gen. Wm. Larimer, Allegheny,
Col. C. O. Loomis, ss
Fred darict Lennig, Philadelphil.
Jos. b. Myers,
Hon. VIM. B. Reed, 's
Stephen Miller. Dauphin.
John Covode Westmoreland.
Thos. E. Franklin. Lancaster.
Hon. I'll. NJ. Fuller LuZerne.
il. D. Maxwell, Northampton.
l.. a. Mackey. Clinton.
David Taggart. Northumberland.
WM. T. JOHNSTON
Chm. W'tie-Stnfe Conr2niion.