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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
Death of Member OF the Les!sI.ture


Dr. Harding, the delegate from Northumber
land and Lancaster, died in Richmond on Friday
last, under the following melancholy circumsiau-
ces. His attending physician, DR.. Pollard, had
prescribed Citrate Of Magnesia, as gentle ca
tharlic. and advised the application of Morphine
to blister, which the servant carried immediate
ly to the patient instead of the physician. Upon
visiting his room in the evening, DR.. Pollard
found The bottle Of magnesia about half full and
the paper which had contained the morphine,
with the superscripion ''to be used externally"
omptied. The servant who brought the medicine
stated that the patient had emptcd the powder
into the bottle, after which he drank half of it,
The paper contained 80 grains of morphine. So
he had taken fifteen.
Drs. Pollard and Dcane Immediately COM
menced The proper treatment. The stomach
pump was used, the stomach successfully emptied,
and everything that could be done was tried to
resusciiate the patient; but in vain death ensuod
about four O'Clock
II is conjectured that DR.. II. did not observe
the caution on the morphine, and supposed it to
be some calculated powder to be used with the
Magnesia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
DiannIioaI Dealel,.

A aegro girl belonging to the Rev. Dr.. Rlce'
has been committed to Jail in this place. DR.. Cole
man, in whose family she was living, having de-
tected her in an attempt to feed his family on
ground glass which she had sprinkled in the -four.
She had been corrected by DR.. Coleman. and had
threatened to put the whole family out of the
world, protesting her willingness to suffer the
penalty Of the crime, provided she could Obtain
the vengeance she desired. II is strange that she
should have conceived plan for their wholesale
murder, which was SO likely to be readily detect
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
Attempted Escape of slaves.

On Sunday monring the 30th ult., two bright
mulatto girls, one belonging to Mr.. John Church
man, and the other to the estate of Col. James
Crawford decd, took the cars at Staunton, and
made their way successfully to Baltimore, en-
rou.e .or free State. At Baltimore they were
detected just as they were about to take the train
for PHILADELPHIA, aud information Of their arrest
was Immediately forwarded to Dr. Churchman,
of this place. On Friday evening the young la
dies arrived at Staunton, having enjoyed, we pre-
sumo, very pleasan: holiday trip. They were
so nearly white that their success in imposing
upon the conductors Of the cars is not astonishing
and the only wonder is that they were detected
al ALL Some are disposed to think that their plan
of escape was csncocted by some abolition ennis
sary in our midst, but we do not think this proba-
Bile. Ladies Of their complexion, and reputed in
telligence, might well make such venture con
their own hook" without resorting TO "under-
ground railroads." and without the assistance of
any body. Their attempt was bold one, bu.
'rhe best laid schemes OF mice and men," as vel
as colored ladies, "gang aft a-gley."
Since their return, the negro girls have been
sold-Mr. Churchman's for $3.50, and the other
for $3.50. Mr.. Churchman, also, disposed Of four
negro men, for the aggregate sum of S4l25.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
On, Eo-.,,n correspondence.

The entertaining and highly instructive letter
of our correspondent, at the date of its writing in
Rotterdam, has been perused with great interest.
we have reason to believe, by our readers, and we
have been repeatedly asked "who wrote it''-
The fair authoress, as she informed us in pri-
vate note, desires to remain in cog, or it would
give us pleasure to crafty the curiosity of our
readers. We expect another letter by the next
steamer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
TIE PREsIDENr's New YEARS RECEPTION.
The Star Of January LIST says:


The reception of the Diplomatic Corps, BY the
President at o'clock to-day, attracted quite
concourse to the portico of the White House,
They were disappointed, however, in the appear
ance of the equipages in which the digniiaries
arrived. The state liyeries, which used TO excite
so much admiration from the darkies, when
Packenham and Bodisco drove along, were not TO be
seen, and the carriages were of rather an ordinary
description. But when the inmates alighted, there
was no lack of diplomatic spendOr. Cooked hats.
bordered with white feathers, coats stiff with rich
gold or silver embroidery, brilliant decorations of
various orders of knighthood, small swords, and
the other insignia ofcourtly favor were abundant
General Amonte, the Mexican Minister, was
the most respleudent, and Mr.. Champion, Of Eng
land, the plainest in his dress among the Plenipo-
ten,iaries. The Spanish Minister, with his broad
ribbon and many stars the Sardnsn Charge, in
blue and silver; Baron Gerolt and his suite; the
estimable Chevalier Huseman; the Swedish
Charge, and other noted dpomalists, graced the
scene. They all appeared to pay especial aten
ton to Senior Marcoetta, who appeared as Minis
ter from Nicaragua.
After pleasant interchange of courtesies the
diplomats withdrew, aud at twelve o'clock the
President was ready tO. receive the salutations Of
his fellow citizens.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

STATE FlNAncEs.-The Richmnnd wing
calls attention to the fact that in addition to tne
deficit Of a million of dollars, reported by the
Auditor this Board Of Public Works reports an
other Of million and a half! all this money
has to be raised by taxation some time or o'her'
yet members Of the Legislature are urging ap-
preparations to internal Improvements. we learn
from statement made in the House OF Dele
gates a few days ago by Elk Governor Floyd
that S23, OO0,0 900 are called for by applications
now pending before the committee OF Reads =
The COMMITTEES, however. have wisely adopted
rule to report no bill providing for an appr"Pfia-
ton on the two and three-flths principle, and IN
favor OF no application for an appropriation I" any
new scheme But the turnpike men are aronsed'
and bid fair, if they have the power, to run Inc
Sta lie into bankruptcy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
FuhIia Sala Of Real Estate,
Fer 1856.

WE will expose at public sale, on Friday the
w 10Th day # February next, the farm be-
longing to the estate of John Snyder, decd, con-
tanning about CAB Acres. About l25 is clear
ed and under cultivation; the remainder is we II
mbered. The said Farm is situated about S
miles west Of Mount SoIon. and miles east of
the Augusta Alum and White Sulphur Springs,
and adjoining the lands Of Michael Snyder and
others. The Land is Of good quality, well wa
tered with fine meadows, and several orchards of
good fruit. The Improvements are a comfortable
Dwelling House. Barn. Spring House, Sc.
-TERMS.-One half of the purchase money
will be required in hand, or within reasonable
time after the day of sale. The remainder in
three equal annual payments.
DAVID & MARTIN SNYDER,
Jan. Q. lSj6.-tds
Rock. Reg copy and send acct. to this office.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
EnrIhe .CncnfnInr

Typhoid fever of malignant type has been pre-,
vailing for several months in the family Of Capt
p. 0. Palmer and others, at the Valley Mills, IN
this Comfy under the medical supervision OF
Dr.. Charles W. Hardin. who has been eminent
ly successful. Nine of Capt. P's. family have
been down with this fever-iiye at one time
Wo are pleased 10 say it is now snbsldlng.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
NGEgGE.

TIE Subscribers have rented Warehouse at BASIN
Bank. in Richmond, for The purpose of conducting
Commission and Forwarding business. Any Flour,
in Richmond Or New York and but one Commission
charged We respectfully solicit conssnments from
cur friends and former customers
BUTLER & co.
n. B,-Pcrsons indebted to inc firm will please call
and settle their accounts Observation-Disclosures, we will
be Obliged to put them in ether hands for collection
Jan. 0, le56.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
Fine Fish, Oysters, &c.

Persons in want Of fine Oysters, Fish, &c. can
be accommodated by calling on MIR. Smith, Agent
for L. Rowe s. Co, opposite the Spectator" Of
flee. Mr.. Smith keeps always on hand large
supply, and persons who have used them pro-
nounce them "frst quality" We can testify IA
vorably in regard to the matter ourselves, having
tred both his Oysters and Haddock.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

DEATH OF J. NJ. BzR1rEg.0n the lst inst 1,
FIX Senator John NJ Berrien, OF Georgia, died in
Savannah after an illness of twelve days. The
deceased has worthiIy filed large space in the
public eye He represented Georgia in the Uni
led States Senate for several terms, and achieved
a national reputation among the statesmen con-
Temporary with Calhoun, Clay, and Webster
In the relations of private and social life he main
tanned character without blemish.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

NOTICE To QUrr.-The United States Attor-
ney General for New York has addressed Col.
French note in which very distinct "notice
to quit. is given, he says:-
Having advised the attorney General of the
charge against you, and of the process issued
thereon, am now authorized 10 say that the
president, proceeding in the spirit of the fullest
consideration for the diplomatic character, desires
me TO notify you Of the present charge, and that
no process will be served upon you, provided yos
shall not become chargeabe with any further Of
fence, and shall depart from the country within
reasonable time.
The courtesy extended to you is that of going
to Washington and returning to the foreign conn
try from whence you claim to come as Minister,
within reasonable time.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
EiHe Sport.

The latter part of last week furnished a great
deal of fine sport for the boys. The streets were
so thckly covered with slect that the sliding was
sufficiently inviting to attract all the young
'uns" about town with their sledS, boards, skates,
sc. We observed one boy skating up Main
street on Thursday morning wtha bucket on his
arm, probably on his way to the store for molasses
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
Queer Omission.

A gentlemen of Charlottesville has written 10
US saying that he has several servants for hire,
who wish to obtain homes on this side of the
and asking our assistance in the matter.
Although not exactly in our line Of business, ii
would give us pleasure to aid our friend, but as
he omitted to sign his name to the letter, we can
be of no service to him.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

Rg11uoUs INTOLERANCE IN RUssA.-No as
sociations for religious purposes are tolerated IN
Russi, M printing presses are permitted to print
tho R;bls in the yernacular tongue of the people;
no versions of the Scripture in the only language
the masses can understand, are permitted to cross
the frontier. 1t is stated that there has not been
a COPY of the Bible in Russia, printed in that
country. since 1928. Colporteurs. Bible agents,
observation-disclosures find as little favor with The bigot
ed Gar an so many Red Republicans. Even to the
two millions of the Jews concentrated in his en-
pire. not copy of the Old Testament in their
native Hebrew is permitted. No Christian mis-
Sims to the most barbarous and dslan, tribes IN
der his sway, are tolerated The inotfenSIye and
pious Moravians. permitted 10 pursue their charIt-
able work everywhere else. have been driven
from their labors in Russia.-.uissionary Reg.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

Car Erscs.

MONDAY, Dee. 3l.-Ssnaic.-The annual
message nf The President, WAS received and read.
Messrs. Clayton, Seward. Caas and Weller eX
pressed their concurrence in the views Of ths
President in referenee to Central American affairs
and the Clayton Bulwsr treaty of 1850. After
an executive session the Senate adjourned to
Thursday.
immediately after the reading of the
Journal, the Presidents Private Secretary APP
peared and delivered the Annual Message. DIR.
Clngman moved that it be read. debate and
much excitement ensured. Some members thought
the act of tho President, in communicating his
Message before the organization of the House.
vns an attempt on the Part of the Executive TO
antericre with their rights, and MIR. Dunn, Of
Indiana, moyed that it be sent back. BY a vote
of % to ST the House refused 10 have the paper
read, and it was then laid on the table. The
House adjourned to "Wednesday.
WEpSesDAY-H House = air Giddngs mo-ed
a correction OF the Journal Of Monday, in effect
denying that the Presidents Message was receiy-
ed by the House, and asserting that it was announ-
ced and delivered to the Clerk by the Presidents
Private Secretary without permission. After
som. debate, the proposition was tabled by 80
majority.
Mr.. Knight offered resolution to elect
Speaker by a plurality vote. Laid on the table
by IL majority.
Mr. Millson moyed that the Presidents Mess.
age be read. Mr.. Stanton opposed the motion.
and said the President had indoceutIy thrust tho
Message in the face of the members. The whole
subject was laid upon the table-yeas llS, nays
81.
Two votes were taken for Speaker. the last OF
which resulted rs follows: Banks lOl, Richard.
son n, Fuiie. 30. Pennington 6. scattering s.
whole number of votes 2l5 necessary to choice
l07.
FnlpAY.- Sena!e-No business.
House-Mr. Boyce. of South Carolina. rose to
personal explanation. He believed if the IRE
publican party obtained possession of the Gov
eminent dissolution would be The result. Mr..
Allison, of Pa, said that party did not seek 10
war upon slavery, but opposed lis extension. Mr..
Dunn urged the Republicans" 10 vote for Mr.
Letter, Of Chic. Several Intellectual votes for
Speaker were taken.
THURSDAY ScnGtc.-Mr. Hale emarked that
if he had been in his seat at the time the Presi-
dents Message was received, he would have
protested against it, He went on to denounce
the President for his course.
House.-Mr. Mace moved that the doors be
closed and no member be permitted to leave the
Hall until Speaker was elected. Laid on the
table.
There more votes were taken without accom-.
plishing an election of Speaker.
Mr. Walker, of Alabama, X. NJ moved that
Mr.. Boyce, of 5. c., Calhoun man) be declared
Speaker. Mr.. Galloway moved TO substitute the
name of Mr.. Banks. Mr.. Dunn urged the Banks
party to vote for Mr. Pennington. MIR. WIS
motion was tabled.
The Goth vote for Speaker was taken, and re.
suited as follows: Banks l0l Richardson 72,
Fuller so, Pennington 8, scattering 5.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
MAI. COACHES TO SAN FRANcrsco.-our

Mali. COACHES TO SAN FRANcIsco.-Our
western mail routes are already extensive. one
being from Missouri TO Santa Fe. another from
Missouri to Salt Lake City, and a third from
California to Salt Lake bu; Mr.. Weller has just
given notice in the Senate Of his purpose to intro
duce bill making 4 still longer one from St.
Louis to San Francisco. His bill is 10 authorize
the Postmaster General to contract for the trans
oortation of the United States mails in four horse
coaches, tri-weekly. Something will probably be
done this season toward establishing an overland
quite through to the Pacific.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

Mr.. FiLLNoEE.-At recent meeting of the
American Comfy Convention of Monroe, New
York. the following resolution was adopted
Resoired. That in the judgement of this Con
ycp,ion. MillaTd Fillmore has The strongest hold,
both on the confidence and the affections of the
American people ofany living Statesman, and he
is our FIRST choice as a candidate Of the American
Party for President Of these United States.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
Heavy Snow.

On Friday night last, heavy snow common
ced falling which continued until laie Saturday
night. The ground boing frozen it reached the
depth of nine inches, and afforded fine sleighing
to those fond of that sport. The merry trinkling
of the bells is provoking to those who have not
the means Of parLicipaiing in the amusement.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
Commercial Conv.ution.

The Southern and Southwestern Commercial
Convention will meet in Richmond on the 30ihl
inst, and committee of gentlemen of that city
in behalf of the citizens and Board Of Trade, have
published card inviting all the counties, cities
and towns of the State TO send delegates.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
C,Dse1 Doors.

Messrs. Butler s Co., Flour Dealers. have dis
continued Business in Staunton, and opened
house in the city of Richmond. Mr. Butler in
forms US that he could not purchase sufficient
quantity of flour here to justify him in remaining.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
Sold

Mr.. ], G. Covel has disposed of his newly
erected Dwelling House, on Gospel Hill, to Mr.
John L. Pey.on. for the sum of 81 500.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
DEATH AVE VANITY The St. Louis Herald

Of Wednesday says
"Some of our fashionable ladies, owing to an
excess of vanity, in order to give tone and per
manency to their complexion, or, as they say, to
improve their complexion are in the habit OF
taking arsenic in small doses Within the past
week two ladies of this city. members OF wealthy
families. and ladies' of fashion, have died very
suddenly. Their nearest friends and relatives
say that they were arsenic eaters; : but. in order
to guard against scandal, the real cause OF their
death has not been made public. However, those
same PERSONS do not hesitate to say privately thal
an over dose of arsenic was the real cause OF
their death. Out of respect for the living reia-
TONS we forhear mentioning the names OF me
ladies, and only allude to the circumstance Tor inc
purpose of warning others of the great danger and
risk they run in continuing such dangerous and
baneful practice. Vanity must. indeed. be an al
most uncomfortable passion with persons who, to
crafty twill hazard their very existence. lhsre
is no doubt of the fact that this practice genera
among our fashionable butterflies, at least to such
an extent as to become alarming"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

New YEAR IN New YoRK.-New Years day
was celebrated in New York city with great
spirit. The Mayor received over four thousand
calls. and his vsitcrs consumed and carried away
with them one hundred baskets of cakes and one
hundred and fifty gollons Of lemonade. A num-
Der called upon the Mayor several times in the
course Of an hour, but the police in attendance
soon put stop to their game by slyly chakng
the back of every suspicious person. and pitching
them into the street when found again upon tile
nremises
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

MAIEE.-On the 4;h uIt, Judge Wells. an
old line Democrat was elected Governor Of Maine.
lie acquiesces in the Nebraska Bll,and coGdemna
the alien and Naturalization laws aud personal
liberty bill.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

The WALKER ENTERPRis2.-It is alleged by
Northern papers that the real object of The Walk
or enterprise in Central America is to secure a
good bsse Corporations against Cuba anJ S., Do
mngo.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
American Convention.

a Convention of the American party of this
Congressional District will be held in Stanton
on the fourth Monday in January (Court day to
appoint delegate to the National Convention in
Philadelphia, en- the Cpd Of February.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
Eeyvspapcr Change.

Mr.. G. a. B. CofIroih has retired from that
excellent paper, the Winchester Republican"
and Mr.. Sensony is now sjle editor and proprietor
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

Alta convention of colored men held at Sacra,
mento, tho total colorel population of California
was estimated at 4,8l5, with an aggregate in
wealth Of $2,375, 600.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

William NJ. Ovcrtoo, one Of the editors of the
Washington Sentinel, d;ed at the residence of
his iathe, in law, Col McCaadlsh, in Williams
lurg, on Christmas day.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

We learn from the New York papers that the
whole of the Presidents message was telegraph
ed to Boston on Monday night. and appeared in
the papers Of that CITY Tuesday morning.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09

The handsome town property belonging TO MI.
Thomas P. E.skrdge, was offered at public sale
on the 9Th ult., but was not Sold The highest
bid was Sc 300.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1856-01-09
FOB SALE.

FUK SALE.
VIE undersigned offer for sale privately their yaiu.
l. able Tract of Land, containing 90 ACRES. II
has on il large and commodicus Dwell
LING HOUSE,wi all necessary out build liza
ings also a very large Bank Barn, a large l.M.kM
Orchard, with the most choice fruit it.-,.sssHA
A large portion of it is coed and valuablcS-A-fen
meadow, and about % or 80 Acres of Timber This
land has on il failing limestone water II is al
together fine home and in refined neghborhood.-
Any one desiring small home would do well to give
US CALL for we are determined to sell low and givo
fair payments.
For further information call and on said land,
near Hermitage Post Office, Augusta County.
If said land is sold by Tuesday the first of April,
we will offer it at pubTc auction on that day.
ULRICK BURgHOLDER
MARGARET BURKHOLDER