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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1856-09-12
The News from Kansas.

ST. LOUIS Sept Sit is said the pro.slavery par
ty in Kansas have determined not to- make another al
tack on Gen. Lanes forces until the, 18th inst. Th
gives Gov. Geary time to reach the te rritorv
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1856-09-12

oo-Tbe circus is coming, as will be seen by adver
tisement in another column. Well, we are glad of it,
for we like the fun, and really think our commu-
nifty stands i'll need of something to wake it up. The
old Theatre is down and the new Theatre is not uo.
We have not had circus for long time. We al
most forget when we had one. Even the Ethiopian
Ministries have given us the goby, and the little
niggers have worn out all they had picked up But
now they will lay in fresh stock of summersets and
ground and lofty tumbng, and will perambulate in
reversed POSITIONS and be full of the wise sayings of
Mr.. Clown and talk horse generally. And, let US
say farther, that white folks who are no longer bows
will be thereby refreshed potent. grave, and rever
end selgnOrs, yea, the venerable editor of the
Journal fully expects TO be thar and to laugh and
admire with as much enthusiasm as the best and wis
est, for it is both goodness and wisdom to enioy
good hearty laugh.-Daily Journal 9th inst.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1856-09-12

Bss~ tt c Charleston Board of Health reports fou
deaths from Yellow Fe yer in that City, for % hour
ending / O O'Clock. Frid: ~ night, 5h INST.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1856-09-12

B9~We are again indebted 10 Hon. D. s. Rel
for really valuabl public documents. Mr.. Reid ha
our thanks for his Uniform attention and courtesy il
this as in other respe cts.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
TRUST SAFE
Of Valuable Land in Preston County

DURSUANT to the provisions of a deed of
Il trust executed by David Watson, in his u fe
time, to the subscriber as Trustee, for the use
OF Samuel Beall, dated the 10Th day of Novem-
Der, 1919, and now of record in the County
Court of Preston, | will sell at public auction,
for cash, before the courthouse in Kngwood
On Monday tie 1911 dny Of May nert,
being Court day,-Two Tracts of Land in
said county, on the waters OF Decker's Creek.
The first tract is known as Watson's home farm
on which he then lived, containing ninety-threc
acres, more or less The other Tract adons
the hrst-namod tract, and is known as the State
Land, containing about sixty-six acres of Land.
by reference to said deed, more full doscrip-
ton of said two tracts of Land ca be obtained
The title is believed to be good but | will con-
February, 1856. JOHN p. BYRNE,
Feb 90, 1856. Trustee
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
SALE OF REAL ESTATE.

DURSUANT to decree of the Circuit
u Court Of Mouongala county, rendered
OF the April term, 1856, in the case OF James
L. Evesley vs.. Robert Davis and others, i
shall sell, (as Commissioner appointed for
that purpose by said decree,) ....
o" tic 4M Monday Of May, mert.
Chat being Court.day) at public auction,
on credit of 6, ~ and Is months, in front
OF The Court House in Morganlown the tract
OF land mentioned and described in the bill
and proceedings in said cause: il being a
certain tract of Land, containing Forty one
and one. fourth acres, formerly owned by
Enoch Thompson, decd, Situate on Robin.
sons Run, in said county, adjoining lands of
Matthias w. Davis and others. The pur.
chaser will be required to give bond bearing
interest from the day of sale, aud security
Tor the purchase money, and a lien will also
be retained for the same ill paid.
II. l.. BERKSHIRE, Comm'r.
April "a, 1856.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
PAY Day COMING /.

Friends and Patrons--you who have
,ccn reading the Union thus long, and
have neglected to "ray the Printer p
&c have word for your ears, CONT
ycutialiy, of course. We have prom
scd to pay considerable sum of cash,
m the first day of May, 1856, and the
Promises were made in expectation
that you would "fork up" your sub
criptions by that time. Again, on the
9TH of May, another due-bill natures.
Now, as we have scarcely man on our
ist but who can send or bring us the
mount of one years subscription in
inc to enable us to meet pressing en-
,agcments, we rely on them to do it, in
:csponse to this friendly appeal. Don't
neglect us, if you please.
Ny We cannot now leave home on
collecting tour, and hence we would
rather take S1.50 from all who will pay
their subscriptions by the first or 10Th
Of the coming month. Our terms en-
title us to $500 from each subscriber,
so that you have chance to save so
cents, and enable us to save our credit.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
A GREAT FRESHET.

On Friday and Saturday last fresh
ct, hardly perceptible here, but very
heavy in the counties of Calhoun and
Gilmer, brought out from two to three
hundred RATS, manned by over six humid
red men, and containing not far from
twenty thousand logs. worth about as
many dollars, besides much lumber and
many boats. The RATS completely
blocked the liver for some distance a.
bove the town limits. The quantity and
value of timber brought down is beyond
precedent, and yet its removal is hardly
noticed in the woods, while we are
informed there is as much more in the
river which could not be run out for
want ofhands.- Parkersburg Neaos.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10

st. Louis, May ga letter from
Westport, Kansas, says: Hopes are
entertained that sheriff Jones will re-
cover.
Col. Sumacr arrived mt Lawrence on
the 18th ult., with his whole command.
Governor Robertson charged the act
of firing into the soldiers tents on the
pro slavery party; but Col. S. denied
this, and said if the governor would
leave the matter to him ne would soon
settle it. .esi
Stringfellow demanded to appear on
the behalf of Kansas before the Con-
grcssional Committee, either in person
or by counsel, to introduce testimony
or examine witnesses. Mr.. Howard,
chairman of the committee, refused the
demand.
The deputy sheriff of Douglas coun-
ty, was having writs issued to arrest
one hundred citizens of Lawrence
charged with the commission Of crimes
under the territorial laws. The troops
will remain at Lawrence until all the
arrests are made and the parties are
sent to Lecompton.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
In CIIANCERY

lilllm CrcSS, CT al }
ID PURSUANT to the decree rendered in the
Il foregoing case at the Sprrh9 term "f tho
CHcui, Cour, of Preston county, 1856, !, Gusta-
Nus Cresap,a special Commissioner appointed
in said case, will proceed to sell the land III the
bill and proceedings mentioned, at the front
door OF the Court House in KngwoOd, on the
.,.. l2M day IF May neat, ....
III being Courtday) to the highest bidder, upon
Il credit of one two and three years, the purcha-
ser giving bond with approved security, bearing
interest from the day of sale, and lien reiain-
ed until the purchase money is paid. Said La nd
is situate on the east side Of Cheat river, about
n mile from Albrights Mill, upon which is erect
ed valuable stone Dwelling House aud other
improvements. About 10 acres Of cleared Land
arc in good condition for cultivation. Said
Land is also valuable for its timber and mil rails
Stone Coal and Iron Ore, there being Furnace
in active operation adjoining said Land, on
MILDLY Creek, Preston Couutyj Virginia. Said
Land Is known as the Jacob Cress land, and will
be sold in Lots to suit purchasers, OF al in one
lot; as may be deemed most advisable ,--there
being about $50 acres in all. The title is sun
posed to be good, but will only make such title
as is vested IN mo as Commissioner. ... 81 +"
G. CRESAP, Commissioner.
April 10, 1856. = 49, ..
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
EUROPEAN NEWS.

The political news from Europe has
some features of interest. Two of the
most important questions yet discussed
are at present under the consideration
of the Paris Congress. One is ibe or
ganization of the PrincipaIities, which
according to The Vienna programme,
must be in conformity with the wishes
wants and interests Of the people, ac-
knowlodged by the contracting powers,
and sanctioned by the Sultan" An
other important matter is that of the
condition of Italy brought nnder tho
consideration of the Congress by the
Sardinian Plenipoten;iary. The bold
ness with which Sardinia has laid bare
the corruption of the Italian Govern
ments, and tho tyranny, political and re-
ligious, beneath which the people are
groanipg, viii draw forth the admira.
ton of all free nations. IA.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
SEVERE AFFECTIONS.

We learn that Mr.. Robert Boyd, of
Taylor county, Va, lost four of his
children by Scarlet Fever, between the
9th and 18th of last month; and that,
during the great gale of Saturday, the
goth ult., his barn, stable, corn-cribs,
&c. were destroyed by fire, with their
contents. His dwelling house and fur
niture, with the dead body of the last
child that died, were saved from the
flames by great exertions on the part
of his neighbors. The benevolent, who
sympathise with his sorrows, may show
that sympathy by contributing to the
relief of his family.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
Revival Among The SOnnies.

B95 Quite an accession took place
last Thurday evening at No. "a Sons of
temperance. In the neighborhood of
~ persons, including both sexes, were
S!tioted into the Order. The pros
poct for an imposing turn out on the
l4'h inst. grows brighter daily, and in
view of that event we bespeak from our
citizens a hearty welcome to the distant
DIVISIONS who may be present on that
interesting occasion.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
Sg Public Celebration.

Monongalia Division, No. 81, of the
Sons of Temperance, Virginia,
VIII have public procession in Regalia, a,
Morgantown, on the 18th day Of May next.
There Will be public Address delivered,
and other ceremonies performed, appropriate
10 The occasion. The members Of the Order
belonging TO other Divisions, both in Vrgi
MIA and Pennsylvania, are cordially and ear.
nestly invited TO attend and participate in
the proceedings of the day.
Lady Visiters Of other Divisions will re-
ceive cheerful greeting aud hearty wei.
come from their Sisters Of No. 81.
Arrangements will be made for the com.
fort and accommods ton Of all.
By Order Of tic Committee
Of arrangement.
April 10, 1856.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
. @ LAND SALE. g
Elizabeth Foreman, &c. J .... ..
VS.. In Gance,y
Inc @ Ennnn,nn ~ IL | --- ------- -

. VS.. In Mance,y
Jas. G. Foreman, ct al. .. .... -
PURSUANT to the decree rendered in the
L foregoing case ut the, Spring term of the
Circuit Court OF Preston county, 1886, !, Robert
+. Cowan, n special Commissioner in said cause,
will proceed to sell the Land in the bill nd pro.
cetdings mentioned, at the front door of the
Court House in Kingwood, on the
1871 day Of May neat,
lit being Court day, ITO the highest bidder, upon
credit OF ], and years, the purchaser Civ
ing bond with approved security, bearing inter
est from the day Of sale, and lien retained until
the purchase money is paid. Said Land will be
sold Tree from the widows dover; she agreeing
to be compensated out Of the money arising from
the sale. The Land proposed to be sold CON
ss,s of about 225 acres, lying on the waters Of
Cheat River and Muddy Creek, and was formerly
owned by Joseph Foreman, now decease ed, "a
portion OF which is improved and upon which is
erected a comfortable log Dwelling House and
other outbndings. The title is supposed to be
good, but will only make such title as is vest
cd in me as Commissioner.
ROBERT +. COWAN, Comm'r.
April IL, 1886. ... -.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
BALTIMORE PRICES,
For the week ending HAY 7, 1856.
CORRECTED WEEKLY FOR THIS PAPER ny
RANDOLPH & LATIN Err,
GO South street BowIy,s Wharf Baltimore

RANDOLPH & LATIN Err,
GO South street, Bowly's wharf, Baltimore.
Apples,-Sales at $500 to S4, 90 per Dbl.
Butter,--We quote western at ial2 cts; com
mon roll 10 to 10; glades, 8 to lS prime Sa2O
Bacon,--Quotc shoulders SAP cts; sides ga 0 ;
hams, plain, lOall; fancy, Hale.
BeeswaX,r,Sales at 26 cents per pound.
Beans,--White 81 ,50al 10; mixed 81 GOA rs.
Country soap,--We quote at 6a7 cts per h.
Glover Seed.-SS, 5Oa9,O 90 per bushei.
Cattle THE offcring on Thursday last was a.
bout 500 head, 400 Of which were sold ats4 %
aS5,25 on the hoof equal to SIS, 50a 80 nett.
Corn, I've quote yellow at 50a52 cts; white,
45a52 cts.
Dried Fruit, - APPLES paired 75aSS7 -
impaired, 5Oa62 cts. Peaches pared, So, GOA
$500; impaired 81 00al 80 per bushe.
Dcerskins,- Sales at &c to 80 cts
Iflaxseed ,-Sales at ST ,40a ,50per bushol.
Flour,-We quote city mills al Sc ,00-----;How-
ard street at $500. News from Europe
continues unavorablc, and our ma IKE is heavy
with decline in prices. Buyers arc holding
Oft, and holders are anxious to realize. =
Furs Sales Of Rabbit at 2a3 cts; Red Fox, 75a
STMuskrat, i0a12; Mink ,62a75; Coon and GREY
Fox, 25a30; Otter, SLAB. .... ri.
Ginseng ,--quoted at40 cts.
Hogs Live $7,00a7,50. ..
Lard I'm barrels 9alO cts.; in kens loaI1:
Mustard seed.---Sales at 6 7 cts.
oats, --Maryland oats 2Sa30 cts; Western Viz
gina and Pennsylvania, 2Sa3O cts. per bushel
Rye,-Maryland sells at 55a65 cents. : Western
virginia and Penn'a. 65a75 cts. per bushel.
Snake-root, --Sencca sells at 60a7O cts.
Tallow, SALES at 1laI2 cts, per Mound.
Timothy-s eed-Sales at SO, so per busheI.
Woo, --Unwashed at 20a23 cts, washed 2Sa35.
"heat,-We quote Inferior to good rods ST 40
ALSO; good to prime l30al 40; inferior to good
white, Sl,3oal 80; good to prime, 81 Goal go.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
groceries

"a TIE BIZ WINDOW !!
We are mo1o receiviag and e6er FIR sale !
Hhgs Sugar;
10 Barrels Molasses,
boz. Buckets,
Tubs,
IL Extract Coffee,
Boxes Soap.
100 Colored Carpet Chains,
l Bbl. Rice,
10 Bbl. Msckeral, .
10 Boxes Star Candles,
8 Bales Batting,
Boxes Tobacco, ....... .
6 Boxes Looking glasses,
10 Boxes Glassware
1000 lbs. Canvass Hams,
20 Kegs Wheeling Nails,
:. 20 Kegs Pure White Lead,
together with large lot Coffee, Teas,
Crushed, Pulverized & Clarified Sugars. All
Of which we will sell OH very accommodating
terms. CARR HANWAY 81 ca
April, 10 1856.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10

BE- HollotOays Ointment and Pills
the best Remedies in the Union for Diseases of
The Skin.-The youngest son of Mr. Edward
wright, OF Aberdeen, Mississippi, had the mis-
fortune to be afflicted with a northumberland dis
ease OF the skin, which rendered the child's life
one OF misery and suffering. AS the mother had
tired every remedy likely to benefit him without
the desired result, she became ultimately worn
out with trouble and anxiety IN the matter. and
was lamenting the same to friend, who recon-
ended Holloway's Ointment and Pills, which
the mother commenced using, and by persevere-
ing with the same for six weeks, the child was
completely cured.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10

FrRE!-During the gale of Satur-
day the Goth ult., the clearinghouse
at Valley Furnace, on Deckcr's creek,
in this vicinity, kept by Mrs. Davis,
was burnt to the ground, with much of
its contents. We have reason to be-
licve that little help in this quarter,
would be scasonable and well bestowed.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
BGy MORE TESTIMONY. esg

hiNGwooD, Feb. ~, 1896.
DR. !. SCOTT & Co.,-Gents,
While attending the February term of the
Court at this place, during the present very in
clement weather, was violently attacked with
Sore Throat, attended with severe cough, which
rendered me almostunable to attend 10 my duties
! procured from Jas. G. McGrew, a bottle of
your "Whte CircaSsian Liniment, - which ap-
piled according to the directions, on Monday a.
bout 10 O'Clock, and in one hour after the first
application began to feel relieved, and now, at
! O'Clock, Tuesday, after three or four applica-
tons, am entirely relieved from every symptom
take pleasure in rendering this ties timonial Of
Medicine which regard as highly valuable to the
afflicted. JOHN T. UAMIJTON
P. s. Heretofore have not been able to obtain
relief from similar attacks under seven or eight
days. III, NJ
DR.. M'Lanes Improved Liver Pills and Impro-
we'd Vermiuge, also DR.. /. SCOTS Celebrated
white olrcassian Linimont, prepared solely uns
der the supervision Of DIR. /. Scott, n Regular
Medical Graduate and Physician of extensive
practice.
None genuine only as prepared by Or. L. Scott
q Co.,, sole Proprietors, Bank Place, Morgan
town, Va. DR.. M'Lane's Improved Liver Pills
and Improved Vermifuge, accompanied by GER
tificate of c. McLane.
~ All the above Medicines are for sale by
Druggists and Merchants everywhere.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10

HEAVY BUSINESS. The Cumberland
Telegraph says: The Baltimore and
Ohio Railroad continues to do an i'm
mense business in the way of trans
porting western produce to the east, &
eastern goods to the west. Very long
trains are continually passing to and
fro, and the road seems to be worked
to its utmost capacity. Should the
rush continue, necessity will require
the construction of a double track from
this point to Baltimore. The passen-
ger trains are running with full com
plemcnt of passengers.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
Wool Carding.

What is that which makes the wealth of
individuals and nations? All will agree
mat 1t is Home Industry and Home Manu-
lacture. Now we the undersigned take
this method to inform the people of Monon.
gala county, and every body else, who wish
10 make their own clothing, and thereby
make themselves rich and independent, that
ihey have put up a first rate set Of Cardng
Machines in the Steam Mill belonging TO
AMHERST MILLER, OH SCOTS Run, a.
bout miles North West Of Morgantown, g.
on the Pike leading from Morgantown to
Waynesburg and Blacksyille, where they
are prepared TO Card either by Water or
Steam Power, all kinds Of Wool in the best
manner and on very short notice. Their
terms are 8 cents per pound for common
wool il paid down aud 81 cents il charged.
Fine wool will be charged for in proportion
to its quality. All kinds Of grain will be
received in payment for cardiDg at market
price. Wool will be received a, DEMANDS
Store in Motgantowu. and the Rolls returned
there every two weeks.
JAMES M. MILLER.
JAMES II. MILLER,
SCOTS Run, Monongalia
Co. May 8, 1856.
Carpets, Carpets
All wool Carpets, .-also, Cotton Carpets, nj
April 5, 1856 ROGERS & FoCGE.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
Read Certificate of DR.. c. McLane, below.
The whole world Conquered !
Dr. 4. ScOt's Celebrated whit 4
CirCnSSiinm E.iniiklCNI.

The universal relief afforded by applications
!ot this Celebrated King ofpain Killers IN ca -
srs Rheumatism. Gout, LumhuEo Sore Throat,
Bruises, Sprains, Swellines, Stiffness OF tho
joints, Sciatuca, Pains, Scalds, Burns, Achcs;
or any other disease for which Pain Killer or
Imminent is used, enables us to assert positive
ly that Dr. |. Scotrs Celebrated white Cir
cassian l.inimcnt is the most reliable, safe and
pleasant remedy yet discovered, possessing as
tonshing properties FOR HEALING DISEASE AND
THE PROMPT ERADICATION OF PAIN. The many
atiestatlons to its virtues, given by persons Of
enlightened judgment and strict integrity, should
induce all to adopt il as n standard Family Rem
edy. The most incrodulous will rcqGrc nothing
more than the following testimony of Dr.. C.
Nc Lane, distinguished great discovcfer or
med ical remedies
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
THE CAMP Align UNION.

Bsy> OUR AGENTS are authoriz-
ed and requested to procure and for
ward subscribers to the Union for the
campaign at the low price of seventy
hpe cents invariably in advance.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
Great Fire an .Philadezphsai

A fire broke out in Philadelphia, on the
night OF "Wednesday, April 30, in a paper.
warehouse on Ninth street, below Sixth, &
was not arrested, (the wind being bigh) I'm
til nearly two blocks in The heart of the city
were destroyed, with vast amount of mer-
chandize and other valuable property. The
loss is estimated at TWO MILLIONS OF
DOLLARS
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
READ! EgEAD!! EaEAgS!!!

MoRcANrowN, Va, Sept. -, 1880.
This as TO CertVy: That have examined the
Recipe for preparing McLanc's Improved Yer
miiuge and Liver Pills by DR.. |. Scott, Who has
been In THE HABIT OF PREPARING AND USING MY
ORIGINAL MEDICINES IN MY OFFICE during the last
THIRTEEN YEARS, GCd chat believe he has I'M
PROVED THEM. ! make the above statement
the more willingly as have no interest in thea
rhGtcrer. would further state that have fire.
fuently used his CELEBRA TED WHITE CIRCAsSIAw
LINIMENT in my practice, with the happicst 81
iects, and that can conscicntiously rccomInC end
It, e. MCLANE, NJ. h.
All the above Medicines prepared solely I'M
der the supervision of DR.. /. Scott. Sold by
Druggists and Merchants everywhere
The genuine DR.. {. McLanes IMrRovFD Liver
Pills and IMPRovED Ncrmitugc arc signed DR.. |.
Scott Co., accompanied by certificate OF C.!
McLanc. The genuine Celebrated White CIR
cassinn Liniment signed DR.. !. Scott & Co., ac-
compauied with signature Oft. Scott, NJ. b.
DR.. ]. SCOTT & co.,
Sole Proprictora,
Bank Place, Murg0ulown, Va.
January |, 1856.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
Hurrah |! for the Procession 4!

Strangers who desire to witness or partici
pate i'll the great TEMPERANCE Festival next
week, are respectfully invited TO call at the
cheap Clothing Store of Federleich, s. Co.,
I'd. III. Stine) for asui,able CoAT, PANTS, or
VEST for the occasion.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
SpenSiOn of HOstlllties In the Crimeal

II, n"o suspension Of hoslilities in the Crmea
~ nave more than one good effect. The
h ,""c.ion OF human life will at leas, be
r, .n.' and men will have an opportunity
~ ,,"luvaling the amenities of life. AS the
- 'eP IN this good work, we learn tina,
4. ~ orders have been sent to this place, TO
n '"pop and fashionable CLormSc HOUSE
/. a. Federleicht g. Co., ID. II. Sline) for
''V'f The Allied and Russian army.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
Emrod Tenncnt.

GGA-In referring to our advertising
columns it will be seen that Dir. GEO.
NJ. DORSEY offers his services as H0-
Physician. DR.. d. returns
TO his native town after an absence of
several years.
American union. [volume] (Morgantown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1855-1859, 1856-05-10
TERN EXTENDED.
The Petersburg Gazette has the

The Parkersburg Gazette has the
following:
"The Virginia Constitution limits
the Sheriff's term of Office to two years.
Notwithstanding this organic limitation
the recent Legislature extended the
term of the present Sheriffs until
next February, we believe. What
good reason there was for this uncon-
stitutional legislation, we are at loss
to conceive--unless the Loco majority
wished to keep the people in ignorance
of the heavy taxes as long as possible;
and therefore left their collection for
the present officers. Locofocoism nc
yer expects to have as many SheriAs
in her service as she has now. a. IS.