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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
OUR EHsu1NG CONVENTIONS.

We hope every Delegate appointed from
Jefferson, to our Senatorial and Legislative
Conventions, will be in attendance at Charles!
town on Monday next. For the better cons
Seuience of our Berkeley friends, as we'll as
to expedite the proceedings of the day, we
aug est that the Legislative Convention be
held at 1 o'clock A. NJ, and the Senatorial
atS2 P. NJ. The proprietor of Jefferson
Hall. has been kind epoughto tender its use,
aud thess meeting vii iAEs place there:
We hope hafdloay :aud good feeling may
preysiI. We sA1t good men, strong men,
working men, and We shall have no fear asI
90 the; result The Opposition will soon 81
in.ths field. and We desire not only to triumph
but give then Waterloo defeat. This We
can do, and viii do. If the Democracy is only
trns to itself, its principles. and the best in.
tsrelts Of both county and State.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
RstHnosD. Va, March 2lst, 1856.

Democratic Elector &C.
Dear Sir:-Without hesitation, reply at once to
yours of the 18th inst, received yesterday by de-
cfaring that do Intend support Mr.. Letcher for
the office of Governor ; and, upon the hypothesis
that he would adhere to the State and National
platform of Democratic principles, have never in.
blended otherwise.
For reasons improper for discussion by me
now l was opposed TO his nomination: But, as
well before as alter the nomination., and always
WAS resolved to support it, if made and recon-
mended that course all my friends, in the event
MIR. Letcher should be fairly committed to the Dem
ocratic principles ever cherished by Virginia; aud
to her true internal policy. Understanding that
be is thus fully committed, and that he is man
FULLY conending for the. faith as it was handed
down to as by Jefer Son and Madison, without the
corruption OF modern Interpolation and that he
is for pushing on the public works OF the Com
monwealh, to develop her resources and her power,
l shall give him all tho support of my vote and in
fuence.
do this for the sake of the Democratic party.
Il has nominated Mr.. Letcher and no slight cause
no merely personal MISUNDERSTANDING indeed,
should cause any one or shall cause any one, or
shall causO to withhold support from the Dem
ocratic nominee, in the prssen state of parties apd
of opinions in the country Democracy s the only
hope of sound conservatism lett, and its hopes are
gone if it's prestige be destroyed in Virginia, the
very Gibrater of the true Republican faith.
know thai my eOemies have actively circuls-
ted the rumor that am opposed TO Mr.. Lechers
election Their calculation is very obviOus-that
1t he is elected, his election may to demon
Btrate the weakness Of my opposition; and that ii
he is defeated the blame OF his defeat may be thrown
upon and my friends. But, in spite OF this in
trgue and false clamor elected or defeated, repeat
WILL in good faith; earnestly and actively sup>
port him, because see nothing but evil TO Come
out of opposition TO the Democratic party, in these
times OF fearful otehOdings. But abs0ve this ex-
preston from all personal reflection upon the can
didate of the Opposition in Virginia to Mr. Letcber.
have high personal regard aud respect tor MIR.
Gogg:n. have known him from youth upwards
and cordially voLch that he IS worthy of the con-
fidence of those who agree with him in poll ics.-
But he is an honest and earnest opponent of the
Democracy, and am its ardent advocate-now
more tthan ever; for it has lately been deeply
wronged' and Is, believe, again in serious peril
at tnio when il is the only hope OF saving the
ooDstiu ,i1n add latOn; ami Gipist tso,
fiis stronghold, wlose trond destiny it has ever
been TO save the Republican creed Of State rights,
Constituti, nal constellation, OF sound economy and
fSivil and reiieinn freedom at home and of pe"ce
anu justice with all feteign nations.
g Grateful Ter the KIND Interest you have manifested
inimc, - am truly years,
-sss 80. -. HEERF As WIS.,.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
For the Spirit OF seffesson,3
To aIl Whom it may Concern

The Baptist Church of Charestown have
been anxious for more than two years 10 build
house of wor.hip. They have been kindly
permitted to use-in the first place, one of the
public school houses--and for Soms time past
the Court HoGse.
But this is not yet q home; and home
they feel they must have. Two gears ago,
commenced al effort to obtain subscriptions
for this object, and met with unusual success.
Last year, it was, thought best 10 defer the
matter, in co nsequcnce of the widespread f.
nsncisl embarrassment of the country. We
have goue on fast as We could. First,
purchasing lot. which in few weeks will
be entirely paid for. Next, We bad the bricks
made and burned, which are now ready for
use. The question before us now is to decide
wbether We shall 20. on with the work ibis
year or tsl.etlSst ere 81. 11osfooae q 10 tbe
Il Is manifest to every one that we caRpot
proaasd without assistance.,. We canDotSgo
in debt without, d Telable subscription with
which to pay that debt, have never ret
called on sny individual outside of our owD.
denomination for aid. But write this pots
TO inform the citizens of Chatlestowt aHd its
Immediate vicinity, that !; shall, at.sn early.
day, call upon them tosassist us 10 this work,
= fu"A a8 IutltAeU Az tuto COuIooA 10
following considerations, viz: ;1st The
money which She house viii cost tapwards.of
$4,000 will be expended in the town, and 80
far as It goes win result in the general good;
2nd. Beoausey the citizens of Charlestown,
have alioays aided in erecting churches,
where thssaying trnths Of the Gospel were
to be proclaimed. This leads me to thiak;
they Will literally aid us. 3rd. But my last
and best reason is, that every citizen Is dis.
rsct2y interested in, the success of every such.
object, Not only becanseit benefits the givef.
as we'll as. the receiyet-upon the principle
that che that watersth shalt be wateredj also
himsel'' bat the well being of every cons
munity depends upon the virtue, integrity and
morality Of its people. This state of society
can only be reached By laying broad and per-
raanent its only true foundatioa-the religion
of Christ. We trust that our little interest,
though it's influences be small nows will add
something for good, in this direction. And,
above al, that I'VE shall be the means Of lead
ing many precicuas souls to the saviour of sim
ners. -. 81
Think Of this subject, my friends, and make
up your minds how much you: will giye---to
be paid By instalments, as tbs house pro-
crosses. ~. A. HA YNES.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
DEGENERATION.

f.
We publish as matter of duty, but with
no ordinary regret the following letter. Mr..
HAWKS was not only popular at home, as his
successive elections demonstrated, but was
highly esteemedin Richmond by men of all
parties. A man of the people--actiye, ener.
getic and untiripg in his labors-fberal and
maguanimous in his intercourse with brother
members-the Democracy of the county will
generally regret his positive refusal to again
become candidate:l s
CaARLEsrowN, March 90, 1850.
To tie Editor or the Spirit of Jefferson: 2
have been pleased to notice through the
columns OF your paper, the proceedings Of
several precinct meetings in the county of
Jefferson, recommending the propriety of early
nominations of Democratic candidates for the
next House of Delegates. Concurrihg Incst
heartily in the suggestion, the occasion affords
me fitting opportunity thus publicly to an,
nouuce to my party friends throughout the
county, that under no circumstances, what
ever, can consent again to be candidate
for the position. Approaching, as do, the
kindness which heretofore has been extended
me, in the. very liberal and generous support
of the citizens of Jefferson, yet in answ er to
the kind enquiries which have been made,
orally aud otherwise, that should become a
candidate again for seat in the next Legis.
latnre of the State, have only to say that
private and pecuniary considerations will ut
tery forbid the use Of my name in that COM
nection.
Again tendeting my heart felt thanks for
the many evidences of the kindness of my
friends, Subscribe myself
Yours truly,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
WORTH LOOKING Aztec:

We have no design Of being invidious, but
from brief examination into the Shoe Nam
ufactOry of Mr.. SAMUEL 81. WooDDr, desire
to solicit special attention to bis advertise
ment in our paper of to-day. His stock has
been recently replenished with all the latest
and most desirable articles in his line, whilst
his workmen are equal to the, best. Sam
land we believe not cylsert one at thar is
a raya.dsis inahis way. He can raise more
big hogs, more Shanghai chickens, make
more shoes, in the same lengh of time, step
farther and walk faster, than any other Sam,
this side of rundown. Let those who are cus.
.rious, put to test his various qualities.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
AFFAIR PROSPECT AHEAD.

u
Our e1chaug from all quarters, bring US
che most cheering accOuuts as to tht'gro@iDg
crop. In ou,sowu county, We know of moths
ing that affords more pleasure to every one,
than the present promising aspect of our
wheat. In sonnet instances, as is always the
case, destruction has occurred from freezing
out but upon the whole we have not for
many years seen our fields arrsyed more beau
tifuIly in living green
We have received from Mr.. W. J. HAWKS
some specimens which are truly astonishing
for the season. He sends us some twenty OF.
more stalks, and has near forty acres of the
same description, which measures over 10
inches iu length, and has the appearance of
being most thriving and beautiful wheat.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
INCORRECT

Among other objections urged by the
Clarke Journal against Mr.. Faulkner in its
last issue, We find the following:
81. In a county meeting at Martinsburg a
resolution in all common sense endorsing and
expressing sympathy with Douglas was passed
-Fauikner's lieutenants managing the meets
ing.
Now, what are the facts in relation to the
resolution, and by whom was it offered. viii
the editor of the Journal inform his readers 2
We hope he will, hut for fear that his bitter
feelings will not permit him to do justice to
Mr.. Faulkner, we will furnish the Information
ourselves. That resolution was offered and
advocated by DR.. G. A. Hami!l, one of the
most pnrelentiDg opponents of Mr.. Faulkner
in this District, and who, like the editor of the
Journal, is willing to compass land and sea,
to accomplish MIR. F.'s defeat. This is the
Lieutenant who managed the meeting.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
1HE ..opPosIT1oE.p

the Opposition are to hold. their District
'mestings tO>day, for the purpose of appoint.
ing delegates to attend the Gouyeniions which
viii assemble in CharIestowa on Friday the
9Th day of April .Bext, to select candidates
for the Senate and House Of Delegates.
AT HaIPer's Ferry and Bolivar=-on sature
day night, the Cd of April;
At Sbephetdstown, Mlddleway and KaLle-
town on the I'd day of April at 2 O'Clock, P.
"a. The precincts 10 send any number of
delegates they may deem proper-to repres
cent their respective Districts.
Meetings were held in Charlestown lat least
intended to bs);Ou yesterday, unless the OPP
position fused out by common Uonssnt.s
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
TOO BELI1eEREKr.

Our neighbor of the Fee Press i. becom-
ing entirely too ,bslligerent for tbess piping
times of peace.'l He sees ghost in every
fence cOruer,( aud in his vain endeavors to con-
gregate together that fossil collection of raw,
head and bIoody.bones,) pesRits his zeal in
the cause Of Opp sitioD,' to get the better oil
his discretion. Hear him as to the Clarke
meeting of Monday
r. ave intend TO be respectful to our POI d op.
ponsnts; but We shall 3ot be deferred from the dis.
charge Of our rights by either depend ~ erpeu-
GHfs or PIGce-men. We know our rights, and will
naiutaio them At every hazard"
So look out For
"He who dares these boots displace,
MIST meet Bombastes face TO face r. -
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
APRIL, WE GREET TREE,

1t is fair to presume, bleak, dreary Winter
is gone, and the blue birds and flowers now
welcome Spring. Glorious season, for pnre
hearts and smiling faces.
As usual, there has been considerable
amount of moving hither and yander, helter-
skelter, babies aud boxes. pell~melI together
1.-THE old saying be true, that two removals are
worse than fire, some'of our citizens must
be surely pretty nearly burnt out.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
R The 1eesbure washingtonian, a

R The Leesbufe washingtonisn, at
tempting to offer some apology for Mr.. Bolts
free negro procIivities, asserts that John Letch-
err indirectly endorsed free negro votes by yu>
ting 10 Congress to give seat to NaIlandig>
ham, of Ohio, (who. 1t was alleged, had re,
celved some dozen free negro votes) III the
place.of Campbell, the Black Republican con.
testan.. Even this poor apology is failure,
for the reason that Mr.. Letcher never gave
any such vote. Mr.. L. voted against either
gentleman taking thetseAt, and in favor OF
sending the election back to the people.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02

[ -.
The New York Times FORMS 3. *. -,
ing practical suggestion for an aroi5sS ,.os. :.
the difieGtiiesl which now 5elubafr.ss q
Government. ,s.kse..t OuF
- TndEs or ELEcTIAa CosGREssMrs -Tbs...
masters General calls attention to the Eost
arising at the present junetdre and liable ~
az any time, from the practice in several g. occur
electing their representatives bur short Of
fore the day fxed bf law f3r the commencsu osc
tne regular sessions. He says that fbe Psat.,ttR
would have summoned an extra session
" alter the 4th of sWereit notihat nn,ah
OF the States had not chosen their &c
and intimates that session would sin IA
conlds1t be done in season 10 answer any eooS SUED
pose without leaving several States uDfe5s9 ts.;
The suggestions ct the Postmaster General Ssa
consideration He observes, and We this IL
that there should be no lime JRhen q fTII- (Ilyg
could not be convened This could easi . II
brought about by arranging the times of 500. Pe
in such manner thst before the expiration ~ ms
term OF any Congress all the members OF the ns .e
shouid-be chosen. As the case now stands -.
States have viii have elected their represent
tives in she present Congress after The dare -:
legal commencement that Is TO say between he ~
of March and the FIRST Monday of Decelnber Mn a.a
States, Wig Delaware, Illinois Maryland. Ns...'
chusettss Michigan NewrJersey, New-York ~
wv iscohsir; elect in November sixteen MONKS ~
tore their members eau posSi bly, take their - -
seats; nine, to-wit, Florida, Indiana Iowa M;
nesota, MissississiPpiF Ohio, Penns5ivania. Sop,b
Carol ma and Georgia, In October: three 10 ,r;t
California, Maine and Vermont in September; seven
toSwit, Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Misso1r;
North Carolina, Tennessee and Texas, in Aas".,.
une Virginia, in May two, Rhode Island and Con-
necticut, in April and one, New Hampshire. IN
March. 49, ~
It is easy to see that an occasion still more M.
gent than the present might exist for calling Con-
Etess t3eerher at at Unusual time Of the of the
War; for example might make ii necessary TO bold
in the Spring or Skinner. In a contederacv ELs
ours with so great territoririsl extent and such
variety OF iRhafmonious interests, feelings aud
t2rejudices, the evil of determining delicate ores
lions OF peace or war at time when one fourth Of
the States are without representatives is one OF the
hrst mag We trust that the present occa-
sion may not be suffered to pass without some
practical !. attention bestowed upon this subject
some q Inc States elect at period unnecessarily
safe SIDE. If all would choose in the Autumn NEXT
preceding the close of each Congress The object
would be gained.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
DIED .

In Martinsburg, ON TUESDAY ms rnrng. - inst.
IN the 7h year of her age, Miss MARGARET
VIRGINIA HOOPER, eldest daughter Of John
w Hooper, alter an Illness Of abouttWo days.
The audiences OF her de ath has elcitethe deepe,t
expression OF mpathy aud Tor her befesy.
surVlyinS associates! Endowed As she was with
sweet and gente Disposition Winning graces, 1r
tues c0mmendabie department. she gloVed by ali
who knew her. She was aIectionate daughter and
it solsce 10 her oced parents to be assured that
one 50 pure 90 amiabe, has found abiding place in
Heayen. The king Of has laid his hands upon
her, aud blasted her beauties with his icy hand
HerregdaEt were convey ed 70 HILL Crmetery'
y The ~ hsiSk
easoh.s So
The funeral sermon BY Abe Rev. Lewis r. Wilson
was deeply impre tsiFe; and The yoan1
associates Of the deeessed full OF friendly am6aitoa
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02

The Congressional Convention for the shes
nandoah District, met at Hastisonburg on
Wednesday last, and With great cordiaiity and
ansnimity, selected on the frst ballot, JAnEs
3. sk1ENER. Esq, of staunton. Mrs.. is a
popular speaker, jealous Democrat and a
wholesaouled gentlemaa. We can pay tothe
people of that Distric. no higher compliment
than that, in the wisdom of their selection,
Abey have one eminently worthy of the place
which has been heretofore occupied by the
old war horse
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
YtHdIKliiIilA.

The E sdas ollssrily
closes spirited q discussion ss
NV begiEe::
-. I'VE peak sha lsaoF, shsn We tsy.
peesalig1 81 ss7os.s lfi here, ind.
gave the . anksse sa.;s fadtiop 10! every
DeascEs Ii pl5aspfe of hears
'iht i'm. Ii 9bpotil iop owe never
saw d fnofe eE s14 aiseonfsed asrty
m or. liYs tf,oiE tineIlt and morlifca-
stion Sassd a. eneFr es cry conntenanee.
Very Sew 81 u loptd bs.fouud who did not
acknes ledg Il st 81. Eeiuhef vindication Of
ehimsea was able and successful, and bis tri-
umPh over his adyersery complete. For our
own part, we only wish that Letcher could
meet Nh. Goggtnia every county in the State;
but we feel satisfied that Mr.. G.. is getting very
tired Of HE. company, au6, we predict, will
leave him before he travels much farther
MAX the ptsdiction.
"Thus cIossdss discussion which will long
be remembered With pride by every Democrat
in Wythe county county which our friends
elsewhere may putdown now as certain to
givesa rnajoritys Letcher, larger than il. has
ever before gives for a Democratic candidate.D
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
STATE SENATORIAL ELECTION.

BERKEIEy COUNTY, VA
To The Editor Of the SPIRIT Of J:6trsOn
DEAR SIR = observe that my name has been
announced in the columns of your paper. as an IN
dependant candidate for the State Senate to repre-
was made without my knowledge consent
Through the persuasion of many of my Democratic
friends, have consented to have my name announ-
eed candidate, subject to the decision of the
District Convention. Therefore, you will please
give the above place in your paper.
Respectfully,
Feb 22nd, $50, JACOB sINCINDIvER.,
o. We have been requested to announce at the
Instance of many Democrats of Berkeley. Capt. R.
D. SEAMAN, as Candidate for the State Seaa e.
from the Counties OF Berkeley and Jefferion;- SUBJ
5ect TO the decision of the D strict Convention
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02

;, ARk1vArs OF FtsA.-on Sunday last there wa,
In arrival of Fish from White Point landing, the
lowest on Tie river, OF 1000 Herring and $50 Shad,
being the first from that shore this season, and
much earlier than usual. There were arrivals also
from several other shores making in the aggregate
some 10000 Herring and 5000 Shad. Prices OF
shad ranged from Sic to $22 per hundred, and
Sl4 to SIT per thousand. Yesterday 5000 herring
arrived from lump landing 6shed by Messrs. Wat
kins the largest OF the season. Herring are ON the
increase and are selling at from $l4 to SIS, Der
thousand. In Shad there is NO increase prices
range from SIS to $40 per hundred.-4ler. Gn..n.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
CLARKE COUNTY.

A meeting or muss generally, was had in
Berryville. Monday last. The Clarke Jour
mad of yesterday proposes another meeting
for next Saturday, when We presume the des-
tiny of things generally will be fixed, and
Mr.. Faulkner grsciously .wthdraw.' Who
is.o be his successori We have in our eye
some several patriotic office-haters, who might
consent to save the State from dishonor aud
give peace to the District. self,sacrifcing
martyrs, truly
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
a pRsERYEp !ooMPL1MENT.


Our friend of the fredericksburg Herald,
pays the following just compliment to one of
our most promising young scholars and ora
tors s. ~.
The IEcTuKE lucas, Esa.-The
closing lectltedbe &c Young Mems Chris
tian Association, was delivered in Citizen q
Hall on Tuesday night. before a large and
fashionable audiences, by Daniel b. Lucas,
Esq. of Cbsrlesiown, Va.
Mr.. E.s subject was critical analysis of
Alfred Tenuysonis Poem, "The Pr ncess. ~
The story was told just as it should have been
told 1.-THE criticisms marked, snd such as are
generally received and acknowledged as jt.st,
when applied to England poet laureate.
BUTT was the full, free elsyating and lofty
poetic sentiments that followed which won
the heart of the auditory and placed this as
the Lecture of the season. for all thst is elegant
10 imagery, chasto in thought and paragon>
like in dicLion, q -
Weihaye seldom heard q more feryid and
just portrayal of mothers duties, relations
and character, than that delineated BY the
lecturer; whilst bis warm inspiring genius
seemed to be lighted as with fame from
Heavens altar in that thrillingly eloquent all
lusion to the birth of the Saviour of the
world, and the music of the sersphic hosts as
thejoyful 5idings was borne from star star.
We have heard the, very warmest needs of
commentator spoken in regard to the lee
,ture, and desire has been expressedsto have
it published.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-04-02
Democratic pteetin J

At q meeting Of the Democratic party Of the 9Th
District, held.at the Mayors Office Hsrpers Ferry,
Nh GEORGE Ko0EGE, was called to the Chair,
and JesEfH PRr6E, appointed Secretary. The object
OF the meeting wssstaeed to be, to appoint Delegates
to the Cbnhty and Senatorial Convention To- meet
in Cbarlestown on the 4th of April. ~.
On motion, 7 4 Eathshay, Jacob spotceilef snd
u p Price were appointed Z cpfnmiJIee 10 report
delegates to the rneetng iorthe County Cohunfibn.
After short absence, She completes reported The
following gentlemen 10 delegates; who sere e ttted
BY the meeting: ~
- DELEsATEs sAETERfKfz5. e;7.
VIM J Stephens, : Jacob Sp01csllet, -
George Manzy, William Shook, .4sf
81 Basil Avis, Thomas Lewellyds
VIM II Moore, A Fftzmillpr;s
Alexander Kelly John n Unllss'9 -
On motioni the shove delegates were authorized
also to represent THE precinct the Senatorial Con-
ventien- - -
On motion The Spirit Of Jefferson was reaaested
to publish this proceedings Of the meefing.
On motion, Tie meeting adjourned.
aisee GEORGE KO0NCE, Chm,nS
JosERH PRICE Seefy! -