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Freeman's champion., 1858-05-20
/" Facilis Deesnsus AYorni.p

Tho above quotation from Virgil,
which freely translated reads thus,
THE decent into hell is easy" is a
pretty, fair criticism upon the progress
and present condition OF the Slave
Power in this nation.
Step by step have they been going
down the steep decline Of eternal in
fanny, but all the time apparentlyu un.
aware Of the danger into which they
were plunging, until reaching thc
lowest depths Of degradation to which
a party could by any possibility be
exposed, we mean the passage of the
English Bastard Swinlle, they ore
now about to awake to a fear(ully real
izing sense oil the miserable .predica.
mcnt in which they have placed
themselves. This whole Kanzas
struggle has ftly illustrated an old
truth, viz: that it is easier to keeE
out Of wrong doing, than to get rid
of its consequence when once involv'
ed. The Lecompton Felon Conven.
tion, and its bogus submission dodge
were mean enough iii all conscience,
but the English's scheme as far tran
scends that as the wickedness of cold
! Nick" Surpasses that of some one ol
his earth disciples.
To what straits must q party be re-
duced who can accept and indorsC
such an iniquity as the one now thrust
upon the people of Kanzas--mean,
base and vile as they know theil
scheme to be, yet with the distorted
mental obliquity usual to such degra-
ded minds, some of the oligarchy and
their sepoys, foolishly suppose that
the people of Kanzas will sell their
birthright for such poor, piteable
mess Of pottage as their stupid Jacob
has offered. True we are tired, worn
out and impoverished by the outrages
the cut.throats poured into Kanzas
from the South, have inflicted upon
us; yet were we ten times more SO
than we are, we would spit upon such
meanness and tramplc the base, black
blood of the Lscompton monster out
upon the ground. We are quieScent
aud still, in tho Territory, because
we know what zoe are going to do, ana
that is, vote dowa Tie E0gtjSh Bastard,
By the largest yote ever polled IN Kan
xas i, and should Buchansns Sepoys
in tho packed Board Of Commissions
ers attempt to play the Oxford or Del
aware fraud upon us, 'Ue wW hang them
for IL and then put the Leavenworth
Government into motion,
Look over the history on the Slave
Power, mora particularly with refer
ence to its operations in Kanzas, and
learn lesson thereby. They never
go back, and though tho good will fl
nally triumph tits only through much
tribulation. We who are struggling
for the right, may read as we run, and
adhering with the same pertenacity
to our cause as the oligarchy to theirs,
never faltor or yield one iota in con-
test for principle. Do this and VIC
tory will be surer and speedier. Com
promise and the battle has to be be-
gun again at every concession'-
Stand firm and the enemy will yield
Let them descend into their rative el
ement, 1t is not the duty of any one
to throw out life buoys to aid scoun
drels in cScapin, the fato that justly
belongs to them.
Freeman's champion., 1858-05-20

E8r Tho Great Sale Of Lots which
was 70 have taken place at Prairie
Oily on Saturday last, was, owing to
Tho inclomsncy Of the weather, post.
'pcpcd until next satuIay.2Osh iust,,
NJ 10 O'Clock A. M.
Freeman's champion., 1858-05-20

ATr Loud this numbw of ths
uaAarsos " yuu friend
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
CHARLES CAMPBELL, ESQ.

We notice in several of theleading journals of this
State editorials warmly recommending this gentleman
for the Professor hip of history in William and Mary
College made vacant by the death Of the gifted Wash
ington.
Wa do not know that Mr.. Campbell is an applicant
for the place. Indeed, presume that he ia not "a
his extreme modesty is only equaed by his sterling
worth and eminent abilities. Whether candidate or
not, tho visitors would be snguIary fortunate in SO
curing the services OF go distinguished and learned
gentleman. Mr.. Campbes whole life has been de
voted to literary pursuits and his stores of historical
and antiquarian lore have been the aocumulations Of
long life of lsborious study. In integrity of cha
racter and private worth, he is all that Virginia
scholar and gentleman should be. The author Of
the beat history of Virginia that has ever been writ
ten does not require batch of laboriousy collected
testimonials in his behalf
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
IMPORTANT LEGAL DECISION-A SLAVE
CANNOT ELECT TO BE FREE.

case was decided in the Supreme Court of Ap-
peal5 OF Virginia, at its last January term Involving
very important principle and one likely to lead to
some practical results in the Commonwealth. We
allude 10 the case of Bailey ct ais rs. Pojnderters
ErrculOrs. H0wle Ct ais same.
The CASE turned upon the construction of certain
clsuses in The will Of John H. POindexter; the main
clause bearing on the subject reading foowa:
1.-The negroes loaned my wife, at her death, wish
to have their choice of being emancpated or cold pub
lcly. II they prefer being emsncipated il is my wish
they be hired out until sufficient sum be raised TO
defray their expenses to land where they can enjoy
Freedom and if there should not be enough perishable
property loaned my wife to pay off the legaciea to
Ann Lewis Howle and Georgianna Bryan, they are
to he hired until sufficient sum is raised to pay the
deficiency. If thsy prefer being sold and remaining
here in slavery il is my wish they be sold publicly,
and the money arising to be equally divided between
brother Carter b. Poinde1ter, my nephsws VIM. G..
Howe ard Daniel p Howle, and my niece Nancy
Bailey
The Appellants carried their point-the Court de
Gliding that the provisions Of will giving to slaves
the option. at the death of life tenant, of being
emancipated or sold void the slaves having no Ia
gal capacity to make such electionthat slaves have
no civil or social rights, no legal capacity TO make,
discharge or assent to contracts.
Attorneys Gregory and Pierce, Robertson, and
Howard and Sands were for Appellants, and Patton,
Crump and Branch for Appelees.
The arguments OF counsel were able on both sides,
az The reader will at once admit from bis knowledge
of the established legal reputation of most Of them.
We heard thu argument of Mr.. John Howard warmly
recommended for its ability and research; and we are
now fully satisfied of the justice of the commendstion
after careful perussl Of a copy of it which we
sought. Mr.. Howard does not confne himself to the
direct question involved in the decieon, but enters
fully Into The consideration of the civil status Of the
slsve as Displayed in the decisions OF the Courts
and the Constitutional and legislative provisions
which affect that status.
The opinion of the Court was delivered by Judge
Daniel. -.
The next issue Of the Virginia Law Journal will
contain an interesting report Of this To which
would direct the attention of gentlemen of the Lega
profession ami all others desirous OF nformatica on
the subject Examiner.
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SPIRIT OF THE SOUTH

We hail with pleasure the appearance OF "Young's
Spirit of Ms South and Central America" published
at Nashville, Tenn, the frat number of which we
find upon our table.
We agree with the baltimore Republican, and "see
no reason why the South should not have journa
OF this character OF it's own There is reason, and
most heartily wish the enterprise abundant sue.
cess The present lumber is redoent of good things
and promises to be valuable addition to this pecu.
liar class of journalism We cordially welcome the
editor into the arena, and shall be pleased to Guilt
yate his ac1uaintance"
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
ny THE GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA.
A pRnCI AM4TiON

xv-HEREAS. vacancy exists in the Office OF LIEU
NV TENANT GOVERNOR of this Commonwealth.
..s sxnirs;on OF the term for which Lieutenant
,.,.r vas appointed under the Constitution, and the
E.,s.J assembly having appointed WILLIAM l.. JACK
kSs r,o. L!eutenan, Governor pro tempoTe until an
h. made by the people; therefore, In conformity
az ,ae Sher;;. or Sergean, of each Of the counties
tiA. IN ,ae Commonwealth ia hereby required to
a, election for Lieutenant Governor TO be held on
,r Thursday in May Next at the places prescribed
nj,.. under my hand as Governor. and under the
s.,l Of the Commonwealth, at Richmond, this
S.h day oi March 1883, and IN the e2d year OF the
oruoawea!th -. HENRY a. WIS.,
L N. Governor GEoaGE w. MuNFoRp,
Secy OF the Com'th.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
LATER FROM HAVANA.

BY the arrival Of the steamship Black Warrior we
have news from Havana to l4th inst. Eighteen Bri
tish gunboats were cruising around the island of
Cuba in ORDER as asserted to prevent the landing of
negroes but the search exercised by them on Ameri
can vessels ls reported as very insolent magni6
cent ball ives given on the llh inst. on board the
Spanish war chip Isabella ii. 1t was dazzling
scene of female beauty, diamonds, and dress. The
health of Havana remained good. There was little
doing in sugar and prices had not advanced. Mo
lasses WAS firm at last quotations. Freights were
low. Exchanges had slightly advanced.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
MIR EVERETT.

The sympathies and regrets OF the many friends
Of Mr.. Everett will bs painfully excited by the Pc
rusal Of the following card:
A CARp.-The subscriber, having this day receiv.
ed letters frem his family which again make it neces
sary for him to return home, begs leave, in this way
to express to the public bodies and committees which
have honored him with invitations to repeat his sd.
dress ION the character of Washington" his deep
regret that he is obliged, second time, TO postpone
the ful6llment Of his engagements.
EDWARD EVERETT.
Charleston, 8. c.. April lSth ls5s.-lChdrIestoa
Mercury.
Mr.. Everett spent yesterday in Richmond, and last
night went on to Washington, where he would visit
his SOD uaw. Lieut. II. A. Wise, who is about to sail
for Germany on account OF i'll health.
Mr.. Everett last spoke at Columbia, s. c., where
his Washington Grafton realized s6l2 for the
Mount Vernon cause. He had made engagements to
speak at Atlanta, Macon. Milledgevile, Columbus,
Montgomery, Mobile, New Orleans, Natchez, Jack
SOD. Vicksburg, Memphis. Lynchburg, Va, &C. &e
These engagements necessarily suspended for the
reason mentioned above Mr.. E. hopes to be ahls to
meet his Virginia engagements in May.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
Nv THE GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA.:
Il pRICI IaMaTT0N

n ORMATIOH having been received by the Execu'
nv. ,hs, seven prisoners who were confined In the
I abemsrie county, have escaped from said jail and
! l5x .ons at large, to Wit: NELSON SHELTON,
,,,ei with murder; JOHN w. WHEAT, with shooting
4. i.sO, 20 kill; A J. SHAcKELFohD, with assautiug
. us.nins with intent to kill; TOBIAS SMITTEsL and
ly..lS GREGORY, each with larceny; JAMEs H. PACE,
h to,sery and JOHN A. HAwLEY, with malicious stab
!, :aer-iore do hereby offer reward of Five Hun
lars 10 any pereon or persons who shall arrest the
s5en persons and deliver them into the Jail OF Abe
~ cvu,y or Seventy i've Dollars for such arrest and
E,a-y Q: any one of them; and ] do moreover re-
IT, al otncers Oi this Commonwealth, civil and militia
I'D request the people generally TO use their best ex
20 procure the OF the said escaped prisoners
! trey may be brought to justice.
Tsa under my hand as Governor, and under the Less
seal q. the Commonwealth at Richmond, this
I !Hh day OF April, 1858. HENRY WISE.
k7 vi. Governor: GEoRaE w MuNPoRD,
Sec'y Of the Comth.
iol shelton is about FIVE feet nine inches high, be.
5ry.vs and fifty ysars old bald head, rather sal
.crpl zion.
b, Wheat is ABOUT slE fee, nigh. between thirtylve
L IL 10 shoulders.
!. saackelford Is about hv5 feet ton inohes high,
ku 3, ,artyfve years old. sandy hair.
au Smi,tcel is about twenty one years old fve feet
I. aine inches high. stout made, fair complexion.
,nin Gregory is about twenty one years old, about
..e, ei.h, Inches high, spare made, swarthy COM
hr
.aes H. Pace Is shout twenty years old, five feet
;.ehe, high, tar skin, medium size.
III A. I!swiey Is low msn. black hair and appears to
y-i1t
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
~ THE GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA.

,urpyAs. communication has been received
w ,rcn, the honorable GEORGE w. SUMMERS.
bs resignation the Judge OF the 18th Judicial
.. - lake effect the st day OF July next and the
''n Ivy 10 law the Sheriff of each Of the counties uf
T,oel Mason, jackson, Putnam, Roane. and IA
COMPOSING said circuit Is herebyrequired 10 cause
ron for Judge OF said circuit to be held on the twen-
al DAY OF April next at the places prescribed by
1,y ,aicr my hand Governor. and under the Seal
o' NJ the Commonwealth. at Richmond, this 10th
f. .ay OF March, 1883. and In the ssd year Of the
/ .w.sI,b HENRY A. WISE.
|. ~, Governor: GHoRaR w. MuSFoRD, Secretary of
=! " norwsslrh March ls-ctde
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
From The North Carolina Standard, an

TO THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF THE STATE.
The Delegates Of the Democracy, in Convention at
Charlotte have nominated for Governor, John W.
Ellis Of Rowan. 1t is a good nomination, and will
receive my cordial and active support. Such an ap
peal tee cure, s not necessary; but as was vote1
or in that Convention, and lest my position ana isei
iugs should be misunderstood and msconstrue 60, l
appeal all my friends. in every portion OF ,ne
State, to 90 az do. heartily and entlrely ior tnls
brother Democrats, we owe it to ourselves. to our
principles and to the 1 esnte 10 Of bs co%an sd1s1
ssrv Man die and pass away like the dew of the
but principles hon, are sSs.s,s1t .1 with time
and must be maintained me ~,.nout regard 10 men lie.
sway over the great cause which is go dear and 30
important to us all:
To my friends from every portion of the State,
who stood by me at Charlotte, and who urged my
humble name for tbs nomination for Governor-and
especially to the gallant and indomitable Democracy
of the mountain Counties-1 tender the homage and
the thanks Of grateful heart.
w. w. HOLDEN.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23

JANIES RIVER ESTATR FOR SALE

OFFER this valuable for SALE In the county of
i Buckingham. known BY the name Of Monte Vdeo, "
of which 200 acres are James River low grounds
of the best quality. Large crops Of corn, wheat and to
bacco are annually made on this estate It has all the ne
with brick chimnies and plank floors. The tobacco
houses built of chesnut logs, and covered with ches
nut shinRe' has an orchard containing upwards OF
cherries &c. 1t has the finest view on James River,
mountain scenery, river, &c. 1t L. well wstered and
healthy.
Th; estate l. on the South side of James Rver-hav
ing covered bridge James River to the James
River and Kanawha Canal, about quarter Of mile from
the estate.
As wish to move my negroes South, bargain may be
had by early application to me In Richmond
Peter F. Ayres, my over'eer will show the estate;
CHAS. Y. MORRISS.
Also for SALE 1900 acres of heavily timbered land n
the sSme county This land 10 in its virgin growth and
lies same 81 u miles irom.he James River and Kama.
wha Canal. ITO miles from Richmond, and 30 mes from
Persons wishing to get rail road tyes stsve timber
hoop poles, &C., will do we'll to take look att.
March 5-ctd ChAS. Y MORRlSS.
VALUABLE FRANKLIN LAND FOR SALE.
II OFFER for sale privately the Tract Of Land'upon
Il which now reside, In Franklin County, three miles
of the Courthouse, on both sides Of the Pig river
and Immediately the turnpike road, leading from
the Big Lick Depot upon the Virginia and Tennessee
Railroad with good turnpike from Danvile to the De.
pot This tract contains, by recent survey fifteen hun
growth Of Tobacco Corn and Wheat with several hum
dred fine tobacco land yet to clear ourdhs OF the
tract being original growth and portions OF very heavily
House, Kitchen, Smoke House, Ice House Stables Corn
Cribs. Negro Cabins, Tobacco Barns. &C., all new.
There is upon this tract new Saw MIL with sufficient
within two miles of Rocky Mount the county seat This
land can be divided into three tracts with equal portions
OF cleared land upon each. Terms accommodating My
address, Rocky Mount, Franklin County, Va; o,
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
A BEAUTIFUL HOME AND VALUABLE
FARM FOR SALE

INTENDING to 20 South In the Fall again offer Tor
sale that beautiful farm Robiou's Station the
Danve Railroad. miles above Richmond, In Ches-
those who may wish to purchase desirable homo IN
Eastern Virginia
The Farm contains nearly 600 acres 800 arabic and 300
In wood The arabic land 10 highly improved and very
productive. The wood and timber alone are more than
sufficient pay the price asked tor the farm With first
rate market on the premises The improvement con-
the yard Kitchens. Servants Houses, Stables two large
Barns and all necessary Out Houses In complete repair
rior fruit just coming TO maturity; in short the conSe.
uences and appointments Of the premises are surpassed
by very few In Eastern Virginia One hundred bushels
al Oats have boen seeded and land prepared sufficient
the production of four ave hundred barrels Of Corn
Ny residing the Farm, win show 1t to any one de.
sirous of purchasing and more particular information
may be had by applying TO Messrs Godda Apperssn,
the subscriber In person by letter. to Proctors
Greek. Chesterfield county. .
April 6-cst WIN II. JOHNSON.
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RALEIGH, April l6, 1853.

MILITARY SCHOOL.-Tbe vote on Saturday
las on the proposition TO subscribe $lO,ooo on The
par: Of the corporation of Charlotte to the Military
school resulted in lS5 for subscription, and ~ sesnst
it-iN c. Western Democrat.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-04-23
LANDS WANTED!

t..!ERAL BROKERAGE IN NEW YORK.
u Undersigned having located in New York. 10 now
tonducaug IA GENERAL BROKERAGE for the
.e and sale OF Real Esta.e. Bonds and Mortgages,
'Hran's, &c, &c, and offers his services to his
/, iI7ends, who may need an agent in New York
aase purchases, charter vessels, or dispose Of Vir.
Eafso or tneir ptoducta He has repeated inquiries
I'n' In Virginia, By parties who wish to purchase
Cd and urmproved lands; and he has now custom.
several places ii they can be found 10 suit. Ad-
Ro. II. GkLLAHER,
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By THE GOVERNOR CT VIRGINIA,
npnnI NI ATInM

FORMATION nav,nT been received by the Execu.
t's that ?. II. OAKS, commonly called HENRY
Is a. on The twentieth inst in the county OF Abe
L. m4.cioU.iy -hoo, Archelaus Biamy, who 10 not
.c,et to live, and that the said P. Oaks has hed
:.rce, aud is now going at large; therefore do
Fos o4er reward of one hundred dolars to any per
az SHALL srres. the said P. II. Oaks, and deliver him
H. si OF said county Of Albemsrle, and do more.
require ri! officers Of this Commonwealth, civil and
f.y. aud request the people generally TO use their
sse''iOn5 70 procure the arrest Of the said p. b..
+ that he may be brought TO Justice.
~ uaj.r iny hand as Governor, and under the Less
|. Ssh of the Commonwealth, NJ Richmond. this
9Th iay OF March, ls55
BE- Governor; GEORGE w. MusroRD. Secretary OF
aunns eAth.
Z Osks is about 81 years old, OF small statue. five
4ai 5r ten .nshes higl black hair, and thin beard.
-.
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WM II. JOHNSON.


VyHE subscber offers for sale privately, his farm In
d Hanover county, lying about one and half miles
from the mountain road and about eight miles from Ash
land 1t contains 1863 acres. (od survey0 about twofhs
of which Is cleared and well adapted for wheat corn and
tobacco The balance is wood land, about onehaf Of
which is oak Of original growth. There 10 house con-
tanning ak large rooms and the necessary out houses at
tached
TEaas-one third cash. balance In l2 and 10 months
For further information apply to the subscriber, who
be usually found at Dabney Cookies, corner Of
Broad aud 7th sts RO. w. BlGELOW.
April 6-c6W
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lCEOF TIE RICHMOND a YORK
a NfMDAhv

NtN EN NAIII hOhD OONT
RICHMOND, March 25, 1853.
saetAl meeting Of the Stockholders Of this Com.
aS will be held at this Office on Monday, the 2dth
a'N leNt, 10 tke into consideration an act passed
sen: sss.ioS Of the General Assembly, increas.
a2iiai stock OF the Company. A full and pune.
F'a1snce is rsqucsted
By order Of the Board of Public Works
II |--ct.G inr;l w MnRTON Sac,v
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MlT TREES AND sHRUBBERY.

'SllT TREES AND SHRUBBERY.
~ IHkRE GREENWOOD NURSERY.
M "' on hand choice variety Of FsUIr -
As' Of ny own raising and grating, sufi
~ ior ransplsnting, respectfully call the Il
Gihe public to them.
.o? Is located one and n. halt miles North. East
{ VI Market. where will take pleasure 10 show.
!, -, addressed to, or left at my agents, Messrs.
-. 'ss!cr & Co.. No 70, Main street, Richmond,
Es,ses' will meet with prompt attention.
tsl1-c6In LEWIS TUDOR.
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ARMSTRONG, GATOR s. CO.,
IMPORTERS AND JoBBERs
san, Millinery. silk Goods. straw BOnnets.
Flats. Flowers and Rnches,
~ AAi rIMoRs ST between Charles & Hanover)
BALTIMORE.
1 sToCK is unequalled in Variety. Extent and
Cttapuo.s
IN. t,rictly six months-or six per cent OF for par
Rah dGcE,ps