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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
CUBAN MEETING IN new YORK.

On Monday evening mass meeting was
held in Tammany Hall for the purpose of
giving expression to the feeling with which
the New York Democracy regard the pro.
posed annexation of Cuba. Ex-Mayor Mickle
presided. Isaac Y. Fowler read the resolo-
tions, and Senator Brown, of Mississippi, the
Hon. John Cochtane, OF New>York and Capt.
RyRders, made the speeches. The character
of the meeting may be inferred from'the re-
marks of Senator Brown, who was the chief
speaker. He said in his opening:
Scuba must and shall be ours. The de-
cree has gone forth, and no power on earth
can revoke it. The only question is-how
shall we get it Three modes had been pro,
posed list by purchsse-which was most
honorable; 2ud, by couquest-which was the
most certain; 3rd, through the agency of
filibusters-which was the most probable
But by one or the other or all of these agen.
cies combined, Cdba must be ours. If Spain
wanted TO sell Cuba, we ought 10 pay even
S2O0,0OO,O0O. But if she would not sell.
then we ought to propose neg rotations for set
Element of past difficulties, and indemnity for
the future. But first it should be seized as q
basis for negotiations" ID q
After presenting his reasons for the above,
he concluded by saying:
'1t was objected by some that Cuba was
slave territory, and was not desirable on that
account For himself, he would say that, if
Cuba were to come to US free territory, his
anxiety for the acquisition of Cuba would ooze
out at his fingers ends. But the slaves of
Cuba were much worse off than those Of the
United States, and by acquiring the island,
their condition would be greatly improved =
he was a pro.slavery man and believed that
slavery was of divine origin; that the black
man was destined to become the servant of
the white man. The speaker asked the re-
porters to state that what he said about sla-
very was in the first person, representing him
self alone, but, in his general views on Cuba,
he believed that be was expressing the sentis
ments of the meeting"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
A Record Item.

The Opposition busiIy engaged, just now, in
delVing into the records of the distinguished poll
ticiang. 1t matters if the record has been dis
avowed, repudiated, or regretted, they blazon it
forth, with full flourish of trumpets, and hold the
subject of it responsible whether the record be
tial or impartial, acknowledged, denied. An
item has been placed in our hands which we pro-
coed to lay before our readers.
1t s said that MIR. Goggin, in his opening speech,
at Liberty made some appeal for Democratic sup
port. 1t will be remembered that the right of in
structon is cardinal principle in the Democratic
faith. They regard it lying at the very root of
popular government How Mr.. Goggin stands, in
that connection, let the following show:
In the Virginia House OF Delegates Monday
March 9Th 1887, the following resolution come up
"Res0tted, That the resistance of the late Sena-
tor B. " Leigh to the will of his constituents, by
refusing to obey their instructions, resign his
Office of Senator that another miaht be chosen who
would execute their will, was plain violation of
his representative obligations is dangerous as a
precedent and ought to be condemned.'
The vote this was. Ayes 78, Noes 27 among
the Noes, JOHN N. BOTTS, WM L. GOGGIN.
Blue Ridge Republican,.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
THK YraaraIA rLroTror.

( ~
The opposition elements throughout the
county are cembining in aoIid column to
throw obstacles IN the way Of the Democracy
of Virginia. The selfish demagognsa who
manage the several factions are well an are of
the Consequences which would how from the
defeat of the Democratic nominee in the
stronghold of Democratic principles. Hence
we.sss every organ of the opposition either
openly or eoyertly assailing Mr.. Letcher, and
boistering up the pretensions OF Goggin. la
speaking on this subject the Washington
States says:
tH by any means Virginia may be detaoa-
ed from its traditional political allegiance, the
spectacle of SO signsl detection viii inspire
the Opposition in the South with un aonled
energy aud animation, and suggest to the
Black Republicans of the North an isresisti.
bic induesment to assent to the proposed CO.
aiition against the Demoeracy. : As parties
nov stand, the Opposition "A tEs South aps
pear SO impotent that their allies in the otth
feel no concern for their cooperation. Let
them, however, exhibit the Yitality and power
implied in the suppositon of their success In
Virginia, and immediately coalition of
Southern Americana and Northern Aholi.
tiosists will threaten the Democracy with ir,
reparable ov erthroW.
II, on Lhe contrary, the result or the cleo
ton in Virginia shall demonstrate the fact Of
an lncontestsble and invulIerable Democrats
ic ascendency throughout the South, the
Black Republica wing of the Opposition will
despair OF recruits in the slaveholding States,
and telinquish the idea of successful CONS
bination against the dominant party.
"The only hope of an Opposition triumph
in 1860 rests upon the chance of combina.
ton between the Americans of the South
and the Abolitionists of the North. Such
combination is plainly impossible, unless it be
shown in advance that the Black Republicans
viii gain strength enough in the South to iu>
demnify them for the discredit of the alliance.
Hence the anxiety of the New York Herald
that the Democracy of Virginia may be de-
feated, and the way prepared for coalition
which shall establish the Opposition in power.
"ln our opinion, the approaching election
in Virginia is not less important than the fa>
nous campaign of 1855. IS the issue then
was whether Know Nolhingism should usurp
control of the federal Cover nment, SO now the
Democracy of Virginia have to determine
whether the country shall be subjugated to
the rule of an American and Black RepubS
icGn coalition. We have no suspicion that
our eVer-fairhful democracy in the 'Old Do
minion' are inseusble to the crisis. We
have no apprehension that they will prove unt
equal to the occasion. The zeal and anima>
ton already apparent in their ranks, give as.
surance that they recognize their obligations
and will JUSTLY the confidence of the country.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
The Fatal Duel at New orleans.


It has been stated that Edward toeques cot.
ton broker at New Orleans was killed in a duel on
Friday of last week, by Emile Hiriart, operate
critic on the Delta. Mr.. u. had few days before
fought duel with L. Placide Canonge, operate,
critic of the Courier in which the latter received
three balls through his clothing. After that meet
ing Mr.. LOcquet friend of CauOnge, challenged II.
The Delta says:
The weapons,were shot guns, loaded with balls
and the distance was forty PAGES. AT the veryIrst
fire Mr.. Locquet was struck by the ball of his an
tagouist in the left side the region of heart
which passed through the opposite side, causing
his death almost instantly. The ball of Mr.. Locquet
striking the ground several yards in front of Mr..
Hiriart, richotted in such manner as to iDlict
stunning wound on his breast, causing him to fall
but on examination, it was found not to have PEN
etrated to any dangerous extent.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
/. .. o REsPITEn

The four criminals who were to have been
executed on the 18th inst, IN Baltimore city,
have been rsspited by the Governor until the
9Th day Of April ae2t. In his letter to. the
Sheriff of Baltimore, Gov. HIGks says
''At the earnest solicitation Of the spiritual
advisers and parents of the persons condemn-
ed to death on Friday next, who represents
them as being entirely unprepared, and beg
that further time may be granted them to pre-
pare for their doom. I have, therefore. deter.
mined to respite the four unfortunate men
now in your custody, awaiting execution, uu-
til Friday, the 9Th day of April next, the
proper Warrants and aishority for which pur-
pose will be handed you by the Secretary of
State.
desire you make known to these un-
fortunate men that this extension Of time4is
allowed them for the purpose of enabling
them to prepare to meet their solemn fate,
aud that all hope and expectation OF further
executive clemeney must be entirely banished
from their minds.'
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
The Evil OF a Bad Temper.

A bad temper is curse to the posOosOOr, ead lts
influence is most deadly wherever it is found. Il
is allied to martyrdom to be obliged to live with
one of complaining temperi To hear ono eter-
nal round of complaint aud murmnring, to haYs
every pleasant thought scared away by their evil
spirit, is sore trial. 1t is Ike the sting of scor.
pion-a perpetual netle, destroying your peaceren-
dering life burden. Its influence is deadly land,
the purest and sweetest atmosphere is contaminated
into deadly miasma wherever this evil genius pre-
walls. 1t has been said truly that while we ought
not to let the bad temper of others influence u.s. 1t
would be reasonable to spread blister upon the
skin and not expect it to draw, as to think of .
family not suffering because of the bad temper Of
any of it's inmates. One string out of tune will
destroy the music of an instrument otherwise pers
feet so if all the members of church, neighbor-
hood and family, do not cultivate kind and aneo-
tiOnate temper, there will be discOrd ahG every eva
work .l-. s.1.5..
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
THEKENTUCKY TRAeEDY.

1tappears that Lowe, one of The victims Of the
HawesViIIe, Ky a steel shirt, or coat-of>mal,
which, fitted tight to his whole body. The Louis
vile Journal says:
"our informant, who was spectator of the scene
says that at least between seVenty-fve and q hum
dred guns and pistols were fred at Lowe, and that
there were thirty-two bullet aud buekshot holes
through all portions of his coat but that not soil
tary ball or shot entered his body or even drew
drop of blood. Heavily loaded guns were fred at
him at distance at not more than six Iess, and he
was repeatedly knocked down and 5vhirled around
by the leaden missiles, yet no wounds except con-
tusions were inflicted. The ball which struck his
thigh made very severe bruise, but did not enter
his skin. Our informant saw a man strike him four
times with bowie knife, but the point oftbe vSAS
pom turned without penetrating"
Lowe, 1t will be remembered, was subsequently
murdered iu jail by two who gained Iorciblo
admission. 1t is alleged that he had declared bis
determination 10 take their lives when he got out
What is singular, the graud jury have declared that
the two men were justified in what they did oa the
ground of sslfpreserVation.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
Horrible Tragedy in St. Louis.

JEALoUs HUSBAND SHOOTS HIs WlFE AND HnssLF.
In ST. Louis, on Wednesday last as already brief
ly mentioned by telegraph. James Hamilton meat
seller, twenty four years of age. in a paroxysm of
jesousy shot his wife, young girl OF eighteen, to
whom he had been married only three months, and
afterwards discharged pistol into his own body
iuhicting a wound from which he can hardly 1ecov-
er. Mrs. Hsmilton's recovery is deemed probable
The ST. Louis Republican says:
the difficulty seems to have originated with
Hamilton's relatives, who were opposed to his mar
rage. A few days since, his sister visited him in
company with young lady 10 whom he had for>
merly been attached, apparently with the intention
of annoying his wife. Hamilton, however, received
them very coolly, and at once made known to the
young lady that her presence was not agreeable
Soon after he became excited and moody, and oc-
casonally sarcastic and repronchful, and armed
himself with a pair of pistols. His wife become
frightened, and entirely at loss to account for
his conduct.
Matters went on in this way until Wednesday
when lady residing in the house heard Mr.. and
Mrs. Hamilton engaged in a loud alteration. On
entering the room she found Mrs. Hamilton pack
ing her trunks. She asked her visitor to go with
her TO the cathedral. The husband then said. you
want to go for divorce do you? adding, go that
you can marry agGins His wife did not reply. He
then grasped her by the arm, and drew pistol,
which missed FIRE. Throwing il down, be dischar-
ged another, which took effect in her and pass
ed thence into her eide. She ran ont screaming
Save me! Save mel aod fed by the rear into the
next house norlhUard occupied by Mrs. Norton
The despe. ate man followed, while Mrs. Green ran
for aid. He was boldly and sharply confronted by
Mrs. Norton, who informed him that he should do
shooting in her house, and who despite his pis-
tol, summsrily elected him from the room and fas.
tened him out He then loudly swore he would kill
himself and WAS coolly advised by Mrs. N. to do it
in the yard and not in her hall. The report Of a
pistol was instantly heard. On opening the room
door he was fo1nd prostrated and bleeding in the
outer and rear doorway. Assistance having arrived
he was conveyed into an unoccupei front room Of
Mr. Green's residence, and laid on pallet of straw
most horrible wound had been inflicted, for the
wretch had DISCHARGED the entire contents of his
third pistol in the upper abdominal region the
naval The intestines, spleen and liver were shock
inEly mangIed. A pool of blood had flowed in the
yard and the crimson torrent was still flowing de-
spite the bandases applied.
AS has be en- before stated, the won an will prob
ably recover, but Hamiltons situation is desperate.
He was removed to the hospital, where he bitterly
bcwailed his folly and begged to his wife once
moro before he lied.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
sudden death OF a Young Lady.

The Cleveland Herald records the following sud>
den death:
Miss Theodosia Smith, daughter of George P.
Smith, young lady of nineteen years, peculiatly
winning BY her cheerfulness and viyacity, was in
attendance on Monday evening upon the singing
rehearsal under Mr. Hdllin the basement of stPauls
church. Sue had been, during the evening, moro
than ordinarily cheerful and happy the life and
delight other mates. Suddenly she had some afEsc-
ton of one foot, and in laughing manner said her
foot was asleep. Her friends told her to get upbut
she said she could not adding, it is true, although
do laugh. When assisted to rise, she fell back
unconscious. and never revived. She died about Ia
o'clock This attack just at the close of the re-
hearsal, about o'clock. She was carried home in
carriage, but never spoke again. The physicians
called say that there enlargement of the lungs,
and that she died from paralysis of the lungs
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
NOTICE
The Mechanic.

We extract the following from the closing
address of Mr.. A. Il. Myers, delivered before
the Mechanics Association of San Francisco,
at the recent Fair:
at is the patient. toiling, persevering me-
chsnic that leaves footprints behind him.
And such our youth must become, if the top
stone of this msgn fcent superstructule is to
be laid with shouting of grace upon it. But
such they will not, cauuot be without reg
ular system o. training. And why should
they not enter and submit to the discipline
of this school Can they obtain position
aud promotion in the Navy and Army of our
Government on easier terms? Can they OBJ
tain the charge of the books of banking or
commercial house-of an insurance Office
without they discipline on the art of book
keepings Will they dare assume the res
sponsibility of the management of any busi>
ness without previous training aud discipline?
But, perhaps this aversion is not much in the
minds Of their parents. what! my son
mechanic scorn the thought. Ny son
shall be scholar, shall adorn profession,
or fill an honorable position in the governs
ment' Well said But, if what you say
is trne, why not give him educational advan.
tages until he reaches the proper age, and
then encourage him to acquire trade, es not
only the best and safest road to an indepens
dent and useful life, but to the honors that
you believe in store for him in the temple of
famei
'sWas Frnnklin ruined by dipping candles,
serving an apprenticeship, and la6oring as a
mcdaniel Was Washington ruined by car
ryiug surveyors chain through the swamps
Of Virgiuia3 Was Roger Sherman consign9
ed to infamy by hammering on lapstone
Or Elihu Burritt by the SCOT and sparks of any
anviI7 Away with your aristocratic notions,
man-you don't apprehend the spirit of the
aga. Have you heard thatlabor is Fiug and
is shout 20 assume The government of the
ssn3' already She has p|aoea ,ooe of her ia.
vo7ite sons ~ the Gbn4 Of Stats ia, old Mas,
saehusests, and Others in the Senate Ghsmbes
Of our country" E
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
Il. s tgg
THOUGHTS AND FA.NcIEs.

tLif ~ 81 efis rgfrt1 I9fs5f1 -r4a- = yfli=-
tFrom the New Orleans Delta.l
When You have lived your given span,
Aud had your need of glory
Enjoyed in living all you can
And told life's curious story a:
And chimed yoar last faint hollow strain,
Within your mortal chamber
How much of pleasure joy, or pain,
Heart, will you remember
Escaping unto ether,
Shall watch this sinking frame expire,
And Goat through time and weather.
Is there pang, which mortals earn,
Whose cold phosphoric ember,
Along thy mouldsring names shall burn
ln.deaths distempered chamber2
The flowers that bloom, the Winds that bl owiis
Are these but dreams elsyian,
The joys that come the hopes that go,
But born 70 infruitioa? So,
Has love no pure and fadeless bloom,
whose cherished, sweet temenl5er,
Shall ike a. charnel lamp .illume,
The silent vanlted chamber?
The whitening skull the bones that bleach
Corruption may inherit;
But what Sepulchral gloom can reach
The wild and chainless spirit Z?
And where, on yolider scattering wind,
That roams this dark December,
Shall float this houseless wsif Of mind
When sealed he mortal chamber?
Toward Heaven? Heavens pale and placid blue
Were mockery to ouch snirit;
Her polar,sess which roll unto
That calm which they inherit.
Of world, or wOld, then-wind or sea,
Or sunrse' reddening emher,
Thou dancing phantom Ger the lea,
How much shalt thou remember?
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
PERSONAL.

....Dr: Philip A schulylerya grandson Of Gen.
Schuyler of the Revolution, died at GreenviIIe Mss
a few days since.
...... Francis G. Young of New York now in
London, has been appointed agent for the American
claimant of the Jennings estate-Mr. Hector Jens
nings of ohio-an estate valued at the sum Of be-
tween one and two hundred Ipi1liona OF dollars.
The grandfather Of Mr. Hector Jennings came 30
this country in 1870 AID settled IN Elnira in New
York. '.
...... Mr. Fillmore has been on visit to eiucin-
natl In response to deputation of political friends
at the head of whom was Mr. Corvin, he said he
had retired from public life for ever G5H
DR.. william Newton Mercer, of New Or
leans, has'made an additional donation of two
thousand Eve hundred dollars 20 the Marland Ag-
ricultural College The aggregate amount Of his
contributions Is now seven Thousand fve hundred
dollars. ~ =
...... Mr. Holt, the new. Postmaster General, is
son-in-law of ex-Pos:mastsr General WickIEe, and
brothsr-in,lav of senator Tuleel of Florida.
..a.- J Bueiis9au EsaEy, private secsotasy
Of TIE Pes;deE. is about to resign his posi- and uns
dersske the practice of Law in New York. = aatf
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
TnF "RAWLTNs' HOTEL"

THE undersigned having purchased all the Fur
L nIturc and Fixtures in the Hotel on tho corner
of Qucen and Burke streets. Nartinsburg, Va.
known ss E.R 4 Wins; LtCTEI4,' Al d having
thnrnu GHv rcDovs'C" nC.re(tted th same oN5
prepared To accommodst te th' travelling public.
7'NEIR TABLE
will all times be supn CD with the very best tho
markets afford. Tho GAR Will be supplied with
the choicest Liquors of all kinda, and under the
n.a1srC,r"rIpt an experienced har keeper.
H''r s TABLE will be &ttonded by sober and t.
tcntivc Os;!cr
1t is our intention to keep a quiet md orderly
Eousa-"n" that will I've worthy OF Old Berkeley.
A porter viii he a. the Depot upon the arriva OF
thctraine: Baggage conveyed to and from the HO
tel free of charge.
4 caIfrnm OuC friends and the public generally
respectfully solicited. JNO. LUCAS E BRO.
E!ar 70. 1Sk7
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
WAGER HOUSE,"
). P. A. ENTLER. Proprietor,
HARPERs- -FERRY, VA

). P. A. ENTLER. PROPRIETOR,
HARPERs-FERRY, VA.
THIS HOTEL is situated on the Baltimore an
a Ohio Reiiroad, and havIng und uI gone thorupg
repair recently, may he considered Of IL
most pleasant houses in the country. The Trcprie
tor is detcriued to spare neither cxPcrs nor labo
in endeSvoTing to do away with the prejudice tha
may prevail in the minds of the public in reference
accommuda tion st this place.
HIS TABLE
will be furnished all times with the best the neigh
boring and BatIm"rc markets will afford.
His Chambers
will be cleanand comortsb bic. In short every thing
will be done make it a pleasant sCjourn Tor per-
sons who may desire to view the ms gnifccn scene
ry And visit 'he work shops OF tie National Armory
loca ted at this place,
I,Iv
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26

Five quarts of Southern Strawberries ar
rived at New York per steamer. from Charleston on
Tuesday, and were sold at 81 per quart TO Broad
way saloon, on Wednesday last. They were of
pretty good size and favor for Southern berries.
Some few small punches of asparagus were also
sold on Wednesday at fifty cents per bunch.
During the past week green peas have also made
their appearance in New York city, selling at the
fabulous price of So per bushel. These peas were
grown in Florida, and were obtained by wey of
Charleston.
Near st. Augustine, Fla, the jessamine, black ber-
ries and other wild flowers are plenty in the woods
the peach and plum are in full blossom; and the
orange buds begin to swell.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1859-03-26
SPIRIT or JEFF Err son.
etarlsstpfun, Ntrg M.
SATURDAY n1oRNINi5G, pIARoHae,ls5s
Mr. Letoher,s. Appslntmenfs.

q "a -
The Democratic candidate for Governor,
Mr.. Letsher, will address the people at the
following places and dates:
Russell, Monday, March 2s,
Tazewell, Wednesday, March 80.
Mercer, Friday. April 1. 5.
Monroe, Monday, April 4.
Lewisburg, Wednesday, April g.
Huntersyille April 9th.
Beverly April l1th
Weston April 18th
Clarksburg, April 18th
Phillippi, April 10th.
Parkersbprg, April 10th ~,
Wheeling, April 21st. -
Fairmont, April 23rd.
Ro1hney, April 26th.
Martihsbdrg April 2sth.
CharIestown [Friaay) April 29th:
Winchester, April 3Otb.
Other appointments will be soon announ>
ced. Mr.. Goggin is respectfully requested
to meet Mr.. Letcher at these appointments
for fair discussion.