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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES

lam me of those, who really knolO nothing
of the principles of the recent society, So
called--nor DO | eeem 1t necessary to say any
thing 10 vindiation of them. presume they
know how to take care Of themselves and Of
all their assailunts One thing it is fair to
presume that, if they be as numerous as they
are said 10 be throughout the country, they
can not p,ssibly propose to violate the rights
Of any one aud that. entertaining certain opin-
ions, in whatever exact form they may be,
they choo,e, as peaceable citizens, to take
such course as will enable them to advance
their views. My only purpose. il this brief
communication is to draw special attention to
what must have struck every sensible person
as not only an assault upon them, unrestrained
by any facts, but to the last degree gratuit-
Gus aud uncalled for. refer to the applica .
ton Of the term "Anti- Americaa' to them,
in the Virginia Republican" Now. not
being one o. them, and the charge may not
be condescended to be noticed by them and
as the "Republican' has referred to threat
which, it says, has been made against its sub
scrption list--I have only to say. that, while
such threats are indiscreet, because there are
those who delight to have threats made against
them, in order to make handle of it, one
thing is rery certain. that paper that has
the audasity to charge upon this large and
respectable body of men, as they are consid-
cred to be. hostility to Arnerica--to the Con-
stitution, Lc,os, property and peace Of the
United Stats, deserves to have subscrip-
ton list, justabout large enough togo through
the eye Of a needle.
June 7, "a. KNOW SOMETHING.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
TmE CONTESTED ELECTION.

The contest of Mr.. Cushwa's election as
Sheriff Of this County has been regularly
commenced. The. broad allegation has been
made that Mr.. Cushwa Is elected By illegal
votes. The subject being grave one, of a
judicial character, we shall not, through the
columns Of this paper, attempt in the slightest
degree to influence the result but this VIC
may say, that it is the duty and interest of ey-
cry one who desires to preserve the purity Of
the elective franchise to investigate calmly,
patiently, and thoroughly, the questions of H.
legality involved in the contest. We are re-
questcd to say that it is the intention of the
contestant, though not required by law to do
so, to furnish to Mr.. Cushwa, as he may
ascertain them, list Of the illegal votes COM
planned of. In doing SO, it may probably
happen in some cases, that he may be erron-
cously informed as to their illegality. Ifso,
it will furnish no ground of complaint on tho
part ofsuch voters,-as he will dispute none,
unless he has some information upon which to
raise question.
1t is scarcely possible that tue matter can
be disposed Of before July and until it is
tried, the newly elected Sheriff will not, of
course, we presume, enter upon the discharge
OF the duties of the office---delicate, and re-
,ponsible as they are.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
FARmsIN the UNITED STATES.

According to the censes Of 1868. the farms
of the United States and Territories contain
303, 07s, 97d acres. OF this quantity is,
457 1922 acrss we're improved lands; that is,
such lands OBJ produced crops, or in some way
added to the productions Of the farmer, The
value of these farms, including the value OF
the bui.dings on them, was estimated at ST.
270,753,09a; and the average value per
acre, ten dollars and seventy nine cents. In
England, in 1850. the average rent oil arabic
land was e26s 10d. per acre.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
FROM LIBERIA.

Private letters from Gov Roberts, the la
test dated Nonrovia. April Sth, state that
the spublic nffsirs are progressing quietly,
and improvements are steadily going forward.
We have not been able yet to quiet George
Cane, of Grand Cape Mount With his pre-
datory wars IN that country be greatly inter-
rupts COMMERCIAL intercourse, and produces
much suffering among the natives. really
cannot say what course Government will
have to ado,t in regard to him, to put an
end effeetua1v IN his depredations
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
ALEX'R NEWCOMER.
RSnIn communication to the publ

RSyaIn communication to the public,
published by me. 10 the Martinsburg Gazette
Of yesterday, 10 medication Of myself and my
uncle, B. Cushwa, Esq, | deem it due to the
Messrs. Newcomers, to state it was not my
intention, in the slightest degree. to insinuate
that they had fabricated or gave currency to
the report complained of by me in my card as
prejudioial to myself and uncle. sa
Testc, GEORGE G. EMERT.
JNo A. VooRHEEs.
June LIST, 1851
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07

COUNTY COURT.

The magistrates designated to compose the
Court at the June term commencing on next
Monday, are Philip G. Pendleton, presiding
A. X. McQuilkin, James T.. Campbell, Hen
~. seibert and George Doll, Esqs. The
whole body of magistrates have been sum
moned to fix the county levy and for other
purposes.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07

HJ-We have, frequently heard the celebrata
German Bitters, sold by Dr.. G. NJ jackson, In
Arch str eet, Philadelphia, spoken Of In term. If
the highest commendation, and we honestly b.
lieve that it is one Of the best medicines ady,r
tised for the complaints for which it Is recon-
mended They are pleasant to the taste, and ON
be taken under any circumstances uy the mos,
delicate stomach. The press far and vida hsys
united in commanding this invaluable remedy fsr
dyspepsia, debility, &C.; and such are the heal
ing effects of this panacea, that We hope il may b
introduced to every family where dyspepsia hs.,
or is likely to havaa victim. (april 2s
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
EB-AsornEn scrrsrIYic W

SkFAsoTHER ScfEsTIric WoSDERi--imporis
70 Dypeptics,---D J s. IIouGHross pEPSIN, TN
True Digestive Fuid, or Gastrie Jiet prepared iOa
Kennel, or the Fourth Stomach qf The Or after d.,
rections Of Baron LIEBIa, the great Physiological
Dyspepsia, Jamadies, Liper caapiaias, Coarsnplss
and Debility, curing after natures own mtilod, By
natures oen agen, the Gastric Juice Pamphlets,
containing Scientific evidence ofits value, furnish.
ed by agents gratis See notice among the medical
advertisements.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
VALLEY BANK.

The following gentlemen have been an.
pointed Directors for the branch of tie Val.
ley in Virginia, at Charlestown, for the epsu.
ing year:
by the Stockholders.-Tbomas Grirss
Nathan y White, Thomas Rutherford, G co
b. Beall.* Blythe State.-Gerard D. Moore
James W, Bellor, WellsJ. Hawkes.
--*Now Directors.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
nsE.The Albany Atlas says this is tn

BSyThe Albany Atlas says this is the
season when deaths from lightning occur, and
few, who do not look to the summary, know
how many there are. In all cases where per-
sons are struck by lightning, use cold water
upon the body for hours; don't bs discouraged
if immediate success is not attained. but per-
severe, and II, after three or four hours dreneh-
ing, animation is not restored, add salt to the
water and continue the sbowering, which is
rendered colder by the saline; then admins
ter the dopche on the head ana along the
spinal column Persons who have fallen un-
der stroke Of lightning, when alone, have
recovered in tho rain; and MIR. Merriam, the
weather sophist, relates a case where VIC
tim was recalled to life by dashing cold water
on him, several hours after apparent death.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
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WASHINGTON ELECTION.

At the municipal election held in WASH
ington, d. G 4, on Monday last, Mr.. Towers
was elected mayor by over 400 majority,
Mr.. Towers was the Know-Nothing candi-
date in opposition to Mr.. sIaury the present
incumbent.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07

AT .cravlorda,r near Charestown on Tuesday evening
last, after protracted illness, ROBERT WORRYING
TON ESQ in the Goth year Of his Mr. W., was long
identified With this interests and prosperity Of Jefferson
County He served in the Legslaturewas Commissioner
In Chancery Justice Of the Peaces Of which he dis
charged with fidelity, and an ability rarely equailed.
In wamsport, Thursday the nth ult, at the resi-
dence Of her sonn-law JANIS H. ANDERsos, Esq., Mrs.
ELIZABETH LONG, formerly OF this place. relct Of A. De-
vBsroRr Losa, dec d.. in the Goth year other age.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07

gE3~The Cumberland Telegraph says -
The books for subscription to the capital stock
of the Virginia Coal Company win be opened
on Monday, the 10th day of July. at the st.
Nicholas hotel in that city The lands Of
this company are located in Hampshire coun.
ty. Virginia, and are regarded as amongst the
most valuable mineral lands in the Virginia
coal region
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
RELTcIoUs NOTICES.

BuSAER HILL.--tis expected that Bishop Johns viii vi
sit the Episcopal Church at this place. on Saturday
MARrtxsBuns AND HEpossvILLE.-Bishop Johns will
hold service Marnsburg, on Sunday the 18th, and In
Hedgesville, on Monday, the 18th inst
HxnossyILLE--On Sunday, 1lth inst, the Episcopal
Church win opened Hedgessiile, when Rev. Mr. Slack
Agent for American Tract Society, will preach. ~
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07

BThe Register, firm, but consistent
democratic paper published in Rockingham
County, is down upon Caucus nominations
like "a thousand Of brick" It is brief, but
full of significance and truth. 1t says
"Cancus nominations for the little petty
county Offices throughout the State, we are
not sorry to perceive, were in rather bad odor
at the late election. They were made in sew
eral counties by both parties, and in nearly
every instance signally defeated by the peo-
pie at the polls. The people are getting to
be unwilling to submit to the dictates Of
small-beer politicians and wire working DEM
agouges."
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
Franklin and Cumberland,
ICE CREAM.

YyHE subscriber having completed his srrangt
ments for the season, is prepared TO furnish
Ice Cream of every variety. lie has fitted up IN
the finest style, saloon expressly for Ladies, q
Gentlemen accompanying them. Families viii %
supplied with any quantity desired.
June T. 1854 GEO. FUSS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
Commercial RECORD.
Martinsbulrg Market, June 9

RALTIM OR E FRIOES GU NN MI !.
Fok raa wRsK ENDING MAY q, lS54
Rsposs.d by Randolph & Lafimer, es sosth Sss:
CORN Receipts not 50 large and demand more
active. We quote White at 72a7l cts
Yellow at 74a76 cts. 53
FLoua--Another arrival from England has pro-
duoed an advance in prices, and holders
are very firm The receipts continue light
and the demand is very small. We quote
City Mills at IS 81 sas so; Howard ST., at
IS 621sass rs.
wnsAr.- Receipts are fair and demand for grind
ing quite active We quote inferior to
good rods at 81 s5asl s5. Good to Prime
81 asaS2p3, Common white az o5ss2 10.
Family foar 81 l0as2 l5
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
MAGAZINES FOR JUNE.

NATIoNAL Magazine, Arthurs Home Nag
In zine, Household Words, and . lot Of % csa'
Books, to be had at EVANS.
June Z. 1851. 81
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
FATAL.

just as we were going to press yesterday
afternoon, we received the painful intelligence
that Mr.. 4. W. Berry, son of Henry Berry,
Esq, OF this place, had just received wound
from bis gun, while hunting near this place,
which proved fatal. A jury was Immediately
empannelled and rendered verdict that '.tho
deceased came to his death by the discharge
of his gun while hunting" The load of the
gun passed through the back part Of his head.
SbepkerdStomn Register.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07

gsay9' The Plurality of Worlds" is said to
have created great sensation The author,
said to be DR.. Whewell attempts to demon
strato the impossibility Of the existence of life
and spirit in the worlds that roll around as.
His book takes opposite ground to the elo-
quent speculat;ons of DR.. Chalmers. Sir Da-
yid Brewster. it is said, is writing reply to
be called "More Worlds than One, the Creed
Of the philosopher and the Hope of the Chris
tian
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
ABoLIrIoN MEErlNa IN NEw YORK;.

We direct tho attention of our readers TO
an article copied from the New York Herald,
giving portion Of the proceedings of the
" Anti-Slavery Society" such proceedings
must awaken forobodiogs Of the most melan-
choly character 10 the breast of every true
patriot, and where, and what shall the end
bs alas none can tell, aud few desire H.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
TERRfnLE RIOT AT BRookLYN, Ny.

A terrible riot occurred at Brooklyn on
Sunday evening last between some Irish
catholics and number of Americans who
had been to hear a street preacher, two per-
sons were killed, a public officer, and boy
who was shot through the forehead, and in
stantly killed, many were terribly Injured,
specially the Irish who resisted the police.
4arge numbers of Irish were arrested
The military were ordered out, and four
companies of Americans were stationed as a
guard, at | O'Clock on Sunday night, = des-
patch. to the Baltimore American SAYS Two
Irish companies took arms from the Armory,
and marched out without orders, going to
South BROOKLYN. away from the scene of the
riot. A collision between the military is
feared as the companies say the Irish troops
fhall not enter the Armo-y again.
The Americans shut up at Catherine street
ferry, got over safe. All is now quiet.
p. S.--Since the above was in type we
learn that the accounts at first rec eived were
greatly exaggerated, it is now believed that
no lives were lost, and the whole affair less
serious than was anticipated.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07

% Hon. Messrs. Maurice, Wheeler, Peck,
Peckham, and Oliver, of New York, have
issued an address to their constituents, in
which they give their reasons at length for
their opposition to the Nebraska bill. They
affirm that, ~Events daily transporting con-
strain them to believe that the annulment Of
the Missouri compromise act of 1920 is the
first Of a series Of measures, long premedita-
ted and deliberately pursued, having for their
object the formation of great sectional or
Southern party, Of which the present Exec
utive designs to become the leader" They
also, condemn the present movements with
regard to Cuba, and they bear upon the Pres
ident for his alleged violation Of the promises
he made in his first message to Congress-
These gentlemen, we presume, will, therefore
go at once into strong democratic" oppo-
sition to the Administration. None Of them
are Wings. -dlex. Gag
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
GERMAN PREACHING.

The Rev. Petsr A. B. Meiser will preach sermon in the
German language in the NJ P. Church, Sunday morn
ing next, at II O'Clock.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07

*. X. u.
Liver Complaint Cured By Raawax,.
tors tramp and Spasms stepped ~ R.sSssa
Ready acknowledgements cured H. p-aaN
neady Relief Bad Blood Clearsesi "a pas
~ nadways Renosatiag Rcsolsent.
LIVER COMPLAINT.
waldo Roberts, Esq, Of the Oh w4,A
red Of Liver Complaint by Rad wav. ~. Va q,
They free the bowels from All rei.,nss 1 aa'as
render digestion easy, aud insure a an asaas
them pleasant operation Of tina 49,. Aao -
correct the stomach and regulate ~ s.,, ~
every organ In the body They rivs ~, ss'asa
energy to one liver, and create -, 'sae ~
They cure Dyspepsia, costivcness' Inas
bilious Complaints, Feyers nc. Af,er M.
dose Of Regulators the patient feels ths 49, 80
Of health, is blessed With good anns,Ei.s
pleasant and regular digestion Price sss saas
laters, IS cents per box. Assa
CRAMPS AND spAsMs.
r. r. r No. Railways Ready nsE.,
portant to Newly Married LadiesI an sNaI ~
Mrs G. H. in january last was eps;ss..' =.
was severely troubled With Cramns Il -. ~
and legs and with severe pains IN thu ~. - ny
ioihs, She was the neither ofthree ebliss. - "a
always underwent the most painful tor,nsr, =.
childbirth She used the Relief for III 50
lit stopped them in few moments--.hc 49,.
freely with the Relief every night. Tbs,ss sss
the back and loins left her. and N dns efas.s
time she was blessed with any easy deliver, y Y
a fine male child--Tns OTHER rHarr wss. y
MALES.
RHEUMATIC PAINS CURED In 4 sr~
MOMENTS.
Every day Railways Ready Relief Il sp,g.,
free Of charge at the r. r. r. offce h New NM
Hundreds who, when they came 10 be- rslis,l
were cripples, and had to hobhle into the 49,
by the use Of crutches, have in ten minutes vas.
ed away rejoicing, without tine stick or O,A,rn.
| sistance w.
n. B.--R r. Relief stops the most severe pai,,
OF Rheumatism, Diarrhra Soreness, stif Jer,,
Sick Headache, Chils and Fever, and willis
stantly allay the most violent Cramps and Spa,n,
OF Cholera, Neuralgia, Tic Daloreur. Sc y,
that each bottle Of Relief bears the signature
Railway & Co,
r.. R. n. NO. 2.--BAp BLpon.
Made Pure and Rich--Diseascd Deposits n.
solved away by RApwAy's RKxovariSc Rk,or.
VENT. Mr.. A. B. was cured from head |,
foot Of sores and eruptions, His blood was The.
and bad. Railways Rencvating Resolyent taken
three times day for one mcnth completely reu.
ovated his system. Not scar or sore remains d
disfgure his person. Price Of Renoyating Re.
solvent ST per bottle.
May 10, '64 lin
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
NEW ADv D.. {:
THE WAY TO SELL LANlb!


w o advise all persons owning Virginia land,
w and desiring to sell the same, 10 ADVRR
their neghbors may become acquainaseSsf Ma ss
desire; and next in some journal Of wide circ@
lation, printed at distance, that the atteniioa
of strangers may be drawn to the property.
The best paper in Pennsylvania to Advertise
Virginia Lands in is the
VALLEY SPIRIT,'
Published at Chambcrsburg, Pa, by p. 8 DScHssr
4 Co. Its circulation IL three times as large IA
the average circulation Of county papers in Penn
sylvania, aud care has been exercised TO haysi u
circulated extensively among the agricultural
community, they being generally the mos! sub
stanlial and most desirable patrons. II is believ'
ed that an advertisement of Real Estate in this
paper, will be read more by farmers, ani there
fore by more persons disposed to purchase that
kind Of property, than II inserted in any other
journal in this part of the country. The paay
SPira's circulation lies mainly in the rich and
populous counties Of M Fsa9
Franklin and Cumberland,
but yet it is not confined to those counties u
circulates also in Adams, York, Lancaster sai
Lebanon on the East, Fnton, Bedford and Som
erset on the West, and Huntington, Juniata,
Perry and Centre on the North. From these part,
of our State many Agriculturists have removed
to Virginia, and others, it is not TO be doubted
will year after year follow. Would 1t mot bot
good policy for virginians to bring their prop
cry to the notice of those who are contemplating
a removal 10 their State by advertising it in oul
paperl ED-A copy Of the paper will be for
warded to the address Of any one who may maxi
the request. Its large size, and the heavy adSsf
Using custom it enjoys, will serve TO shox ii
standing. All communications TO be addressed Y
F. s. DECHERT & co.
June7, '5i Chambersburg, "a
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

We are indebted to the Hon. James NJ
Mason, for valuable public document.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
THE victim OF THE BosroN MOB.

The following resolution, offered by SEN
ator Adams, Of Mississippi, passed the SEN
ate by a unanimous vote
sResolued, That the Committee on Pen
sions be instructed to inquire into to the ex-
pcdiency of providing by law suitable PEN
sion for the support of the widow and chill
dren, if any, of the late James Batchelder,
of Massachusetts,, who was killed while as
sisting the marshal of the United States for
that State, in executing an act of Congress"
1t will be recollected that similar reso-
luton, ;. csssd in the honse on Monday of last
week, diiidi Ho. receive ma;oritv-d doubtless
because the practice in such cases was not
made known by the mover, Mr.. Faulkner,
who had no opportunity to explain it. We
learn that there is abundant precedent for
such action as has been had by the Senate.
One case is sufficient. BY the Statues at
Large, 9th volume, page IL, we perceive
that $4,000 was allowed by Congress to the
widow and children Of Robert Forsyth, mar
shal of Georgia, who was killed while exc
cutting the process of the U. States govern
ment. II has often been remarked and we
repeat it here upon high authority the
eminent statesman, tho lamented John For
syth, Of Georgia, and his brother, were both
educated upon the fund thus OPPORTUNITY vo-
ted by Congress to their mother Union.
TO- Mr.. Samuel Hairston Of Pittsylvania,
is said to be the richest man in Virginia.
He owns 1900 slaves, and will own 1000
more the property of bis mother-in Law
They increase at the rate Of 100 a year
His wealth is estimated at from three to five
millions, and he lives 10 the most magnificent
home the State or Of the Union, His BROTH
ers are also very wealthy men
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1854-06-07
ECLIPSE AND MIrEoRIc sno wERs.

It is stated that the eclipse of 1919, 1887,
1913, and 1900 were all followed BY meteor
10 showers, and the great annular solar
eclipse of 1909 was followed by t-emen-
doas fall of meteorio bodies, by which many
houses were injured. several set on fire. and
one or two persons killed at the hamlet Hortz-
gen, Bavaria. A remarkable feature also
was that other showers occurred on line
parallel with the line along which the eclipse
was perfectly annular, The attention of OBJ
servers is now directed to the Investigation
whether suob phenomena viii follow the late
solar eclipse.