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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14

Douglas I'm the Northwest

The following is an extract from letter
written by a Mobilian travelling the Yves
tern and Northern States, one who has min
gled great deaf in and is good judge of
popular elections. We may remark, too,
that when he left home he was undecided as
to whether he would support Breckenridge
or Douglas, and was in a position to take an
impartial view of the political current in his
travels:
August 21, 1860. Il have just compile
ted my visit among my Northern relatives
and acquaintance, and have besides travel
ed through a great portion Of the States of
Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio Pennsyl-
vania, New York, Connecticut, Massachu-
sets and New Jersey, and am qute sure
that Douglas will carry every one Of them
[ never have seen such unboundcd enthusi-
asm to elect President as there is for
Douglas in all these States He is gaining
strength every day, and there is the best
kind Of feelings existing between the old
union and conservative Wings and the
friends of Douglas There is no doubt ia
my mind but that Douglas will be elected
by the people
Tell Forsyth that there is great inquiry
for the Mobile Register. Everybody wants
to read it. There is universal commcnda-
ton and praise of the ability in which it is
conducted. think it has done more good
for the cause of Democracy and the Uuion
in this canvass than any other paper pub
llshed IN the country, especially in the
North !"
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
A Merited Tribute.

We with pleasure, st the expense of being
charged with fusion" with the Wings,
transfer to our columns the following hand-
some compliment to one of the clearest
heads in the nation, from the Richmond
Wing. Years ago, when in charge Of this
paper. we not unseldom recorded eur belief
that John b. Baldwin was one of the first
intellects in the nation. We take morepeas-
ure in publishing this substantiation of our
own opinion, from the fact the gentleman
alluded to is a most inveterate political foe,
but an honest one. The Wing, in abiding
ito Col. Baldwin's recent speech in Rich
mond, says:
The President of the Club next introdu-
ced Col. John b. Baldwin, of Augusta,
who, Gu appearing on the stand, was greet
ed With the most hearty and enthusiastic APP
plause. And for over two hours and half
did the able and distinguished speaker hold
that vast concourse of persons spell-bounG by
the magic Of fasltless argument and over
poweriBg eloquence. 1t was emphaticaly
the speech Of the canvass, so far as our
knowledge extends, and we have heard many
on all sides Of the question; and we verify
believe it will still stand the speech of the
canvass after the canvass is over. 1t was a
mastery aud extraordinary effort, and pla-
ces Col. Baldwin in the front rank of the de-
baters, not only of Virginia, but of the en-
tire Union. 1t was an effort that would have
done honor to any deliberative body on earth.
Indeed, the delivery Of such speech in the
Senate of the United States would have crea-
ted profound impression there and produ-
ced sensation throughout the country. 1t
was lofty, noble, magnificent effort-a
grand and glorious display of high mental
power. His unanswerable logic, his wit, his
humor, his eloquence-who, in all that vast
audience, but was instructed, elevated, de-
lighted and carried away by his matchless
reasoning and the irresistible force of his ar
gument! We are sure that no speech has
been delivered here for years, which was lis
tened to with more rapt attention, and which
produced more powerful and lasting i'm
preston upon Richmond audience. To
attempt even faint outline of Col. Bald
wins speech on Friday evening would be
simple folly on our part, and we, therefore,
fOrbear
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Senator Mason.

About the gentleman whose name heads
this article, we care very little to multiply
terms. 70 approach grave subject in a
very few words. we have no hesitancy in re-
cording it as our opinion. deliberately con :
ceived, that he is MIS-represcntattre of
bis constituency. In addition to this he has
distinctly and positively denied avih has opn
mouth what he uttered with his oun mouth
to the effect that the friends of Judge
Douglas constituted ''leprous spot" on the
body polite. He denied. in response to an
inquiry from the writer of this article, that
he had ever used such term. In repul-
sive position to this denial, is placed the
certificates of several gentlemen whose in
tegrity dare not be questioned Mr.. Ran.
fuckers refusal to testify is the strongest
presumptive evidence that the charge is un-
questionably true.
With the editor Of this paper there is no
question at all as to the fact that Mr.. Ma
son has been guilty of direct and unques-
tionable contradiction of himself. He brands
himself as man not to be trusted and forces
the conviction upon the power that elevated
him, that he is a misrepresentation in its broa-
dest sense. Can and will the honest people OF
Virginia tolerate such 'cancerous" blotch
upon the body polite of the State? Never
Never J! "Out with the damned spot
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Senator Green, of Missouri.

We notice from recapitul alton in the St.
Louis Herald, that the Legislature recently
elected in Missouri is hostile to the re-
election of the Hon. James S. Green to
the Senate The vote, on joint ballot, will
stand. Breckenridge Democrats, so Doug
las Democrats, SO; Bell Opposition, AZ
Lincoln, Is. Mr. Green is therefore un-
deniably defeated for the Senate. His in
tense and bitter anirnosity to Judge Doug
las, and the disorgauizing and anti Demo-
cratic course he is pursuing forbid the poss-
Utility Of single friend of Judge D sup
porting him. The result will be the cleo
ton of some such man as Judge Napton,
Judge Ewing, or G. Z. Jackson We can
hardly expect that an out and out friend of
Douglas will be elected, but it is very GER
tain that no man who has opposed him with
the virulence that James s. Green has, can
receive the support Of a single one of his
friends. Let the regular Democracy of
Missouri stand firm to their colors It is a
time to show nerve and backbone, for we
are on the eve Of a great political revolution,
In which professional tricksters and place
hunters must give way to the stern and re-
sistless demands Of the people. The rule of
politicians is over here in Virginia, and we
believe also in Missouri. Our whole heart
is with the cause of the people in this con-
test, and we trust the sequel will show in
Missouri that they dare to assert and yindi-
cate their rights.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
This District.

We learn from the Rockbridge Democrat
that James W. Massie, Esq, gentleman
whom we like to mention in compliment
tary sense, has made the following appoint
ments:
At Stanton, Augusta, on Monday, 9th
September.
At Franklin, Pcndleton, Thursday, 9th
September
At Moorfeld, Hardy, Monday, LIST Oeto-
Der.
At Woodstock, Shenandoah, Monday 9Th
October.
At Harrisonburg, Rockingham, Thurs
day 18th October.
He expects also to address the people at
other points in some Of the counties, of which
timely notice will be given.
We take the liberty, without the consent
or knowledge of Mr.. Ligget-, ofstating that
Mr.. Massle will be met at every appoint
ment By that gentleman, who is the Doug
las and johnson elector. Whilst we would
rather pull an eye tooth than see too men
of such unquestionable game meet in hos
tile attitude, yet we feel at liberty to say,
that the courtesies of the gentleman will be
observed in marked degree,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Richmond ENQUIRER.

The Richmond Enquirer of the 10th con
tains most extravagant laudation of tire
speech of Mr. James Lyons. delivered on
the evening of the 9Th instant With a
view to ascertaining the direct, positive and
Iunequi~ocal position of the editors the En-
qulrer- gentlemen whom we know to an
swer in its broadcast sense to the term we
respectfully ask them whether Or not they
endorse the following propositions of Mr..
James Lyons.
First Whether the election Of Abraham,
Lincoln is a cause, in itself, for disunion
of the States
Second.-Whether they like Mr.. Lyons,
would refuse to Turn upon their heel7 to
decide b'tween Lincoln and Douglas
Third. Whether they, like Mr.. Lyons,
would notify the Charlottesville Convention
that, as Elector, his commission was at their
service, for he acoa9d merer cote for Stephen
A. Douglas, it mattered not what the con
hngency might be?
In addition to these questions, we res
pectfully ask the Enquirer, whether or not,
some years ago, the idea was advanced
through its editorial columns, that it was a
question whether it would be better for Vir-
ginia to be the Southern border of North
ern Confederacy, or the Northern border OF
Southern Confederacy?
And further, whether the idea was not
advanced through their editorial columns,
that Henry A. Wise ought to be the candi-
date Of the Democracy for the Presidency,
because he could more efectually canvass
the Northern States IN propria persona ?
Knowing the editors of the Enquirer, as
we dc, to be beyond euibble or subterfuge,
these questions are respectfully presented
to them, with the confident belief that they
will receive frank, candid, intelligent an
swer.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
The E2sacaRaapssleast.

The encampment Of the Stanton Artil-
lery at Stribling Springs has been source
of no little pleasure not only to the gallant
corps of officers and men. but large num-
Der of other citizens Of the county The
limited time which we had after arriving
home, previous to the hour Of issuing the
indicator is the reason why we have not
given more detailed account of the pros
cee1lngs and doings at Stribling during the
week. Sufficient to say that every thing
passed off in the handsomest style A large
number of ladies and gentlemen were in at
tendance on the occasion of the tournament
and the gayest audience we have ever seen
congregated to witness our friend John S.
Crawford take the ring. But enough for
this once More anon
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Political Speaking.

Gen. VIM. H. Hartman, DR.. S Fl. Mof
felt and j. N. Liggett, Esq, will address
the Democracy at the following places:
At New Market Tuesday, Sept 18th,
| o'clock.
Vt. .zacAson-T Tuesday, Sept 18th, Cat
night } o'clock.
Strasbnry-W ednesday, Sept 10Th, II
o'clock.
Woodaoch- Wednesday, Sept. 10Th, Cat
night y O'clock
EdinDurg-Thursday, Sept 2oth, o.
clock.
Cross Roads Neetiny House Friday,
Sept. 21st. o'clock
ForestviNe-F.iday, Sept. Dist, Cat night)
= o'clock.
Coates Store Saturday, Sept 22nd, /
O'clock
Conra%s ,Sore-Monda Sept oath, II
o'clock.
McGuheysvi1le. M onday. Sept 9th Cat
night,) y o'clock.
Mt. Crawford Tuesday, Sept. 25th,
o'clock.
Let the people at the different points turn
out and hear these gallant and able champ
ions Of Democratic principles. = Valley Dem.
Commissioners OF Election.
The Governor of Virginia has appointed
the following Commissioners to superintend
the election, on the 9th day Of November
for President and Vice President of the u
nited States.
The Commissioners in each county or cor
poration, are authorized by law to appoint
three Commissioners for each place therein,
at which separate poll is to be taken, and
one officer to conduct the election at such
place !:
Augusta-Jacob Baylor, H NJ Bell, NJ
6 Hartman
Bath William II Terrill, Stephen A
POI ter, A II McClintc.
Highland-Adam Stephenson, Col G W
Hull, Col A H Byrd
Pendleton- William Mccoy, ST., Gen.
James Boggs, Benz Hlner.
Rockhridge-James W Massie, William
Dold, James B Dorman.
Rockingham VIM Mex hartmann, R
Bowman, Franklin Pence.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Court of Appeals.

The following causes were decided by the
Supreme Court OF Appeals of Virginia at its
last session in Lewisburg, which terminated
on Tuesday,, the 18th inst:
Kelley v White ct al. From Circuit
Court Of Augusta Reversed.
Alexander & Guthrie v. MeCue ct all
Decree of Augusta Circuit Court. At
frmed
Hogshead ct al. v. Baylor. Judgment
OF Augusta Circuit Court. Affirmed.
Hoover V. Calhoun tai Decree of Au-
gusta Circuit Court. Reversed.
Freeman's Bank v. Ruckman. Judg-
ment Of Pocahontas Circuit Court Re,
versed.
Buzzard v. Wanless. Decree of Poca-
haQtas Circuit Court. Decree reversed.
Nlth>apst to appellees as the party s6bstan<
tally prevailing.
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, OftT CVHJ', p. OF.
A JACKSON DEMOCRAT.

The GREAT EASTERN AND DIRECT TRADE
BETWEEN THE South AND EUROPE Wash
ingtor, Sept 8, 1860.-If the Great East
ern shall return to this country at all she
will come to Hampton Roads. Letters by
the America will determine the question:
Freight and passengers paying seventy-fve
thousand dollars each trip will be sufficient
to establish her as regular trader between
this port and England, A house in New
York guarantees six thousand bales of cot
ton, while many statists and political econ
omists in the South are enthusiastic for di-
rect trade with Europe, and the planters
and farmers favor it. The merchants, as q
class, are unwilling to break up their old
commercial arrangements or fall in with
this new hobby. Mr. Mann has hopes that
he will overcome this natural opposition Of
the old and slow houses Baltimore -,ooa
could furnish one fourth of the se-.on,u.sro
thousand dollars freight reor:;,raa ~
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14

The Fairmont True Virginian, whose
editor met us in Baltimore with number of
other Virginians, in room in the Barnum
House, condemned the idea of secesson from
the Convention, supported us in our deter
mutation to remain in the Convention, and
by his action, committed himself beyond
bubble or question to abide the decision Of
the Convention, says in the last issue of that
paper. "He Douglas) has made tour
through Eastern Virginia and the Valley
speaking at Norfolk, Petersburg, Richmond,
Staunton, &C., and disgusting all good
men," A few more "disgusts,' such as fol-
lowed Judge Douglas visit to the Valley
will give him the State over Bell and Brock
inridge both. Not less than five hundred vo-
ters have declared for him in Augusta, Shen-
andoah ard Rockingham who were partial to
Breckinridge before his .'tour." The peo-
pie End that he is true to the Union and the
Constitution, that he has been grossly mis-
represented, and believing him to be the
regularly nominated candidate. can see no
good reason for opposing him. He will
disgust" the 'tgood men" of this District
to the tune of 5000 majority over the Van
eey Breckenridge faction. Put that in your
pipe and smoke it. friend Drinkard.
How about that meeting at the Barnum
House Why did you fersake u.s. after ad-
yising that we remain in the Convention al
every hazard? Explain. You are not a
postmaster, We believe
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Movements of MT. Douglas.

HAnRIsBURG, PENN. Friday, Sept. L.
Mr.. Douglas arrived on the noon train. A
meeting was organized, and Mayor Keeper
made President. Mr.. Douglas was intro.
duced by Gov. Packer in neat and appro-
pirate speech. Mr.. Douglas commenced
his speech by glowing eulogy of Pennsyl-
vana as an empire within herself. She az
State had great interest in the Union
Her interests required the fostering hand If
government. She had not received th~a
support from the National Goverp~ 49, 80 80
was entitled to. She had The uhola r. 80, ?oo
for market. Her VII. .,o ,a7naroi oatoI
"ao ine re- ,1 %, and worth more than
W ln,nes VI so'4. He pitched generally into
~. Ions' - and the General Government for
'ne past few years.
| He concluded with glowing eulopv an
the Union, expressing his determination r.
stand by it firmly, resnlutely. and unflineb.
ipgly to the end. as established bv the f.th
ers of the Republic
At the close of the speech three cbs.r.
were given for Douglas, several rockets a.
cended into the air, the music strucl n 1n
aud the immense gathering slowly dispersegg +
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14

A letter addressed by the Rev A. H.
Boyd. D. D., of Winchester, Va. to the
Ministry and Churches in connection with
the United Synod" of the Presbyterian
Church, states tibet the Board of Visitors to
the University of Virginia have declined
by a small majority to accede to the propo-
sition locating the Theological Seminary
under the care aud patronage of the Synod
at the University Of Virginia. DR. Boyd
in his letter reports $40. 900 as already sub.
scribed, and says $500, 900 will be required
to erect the necessary buildings.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Stephens First Speech.

/ A correspondent of the Augusta Coesti-
nationalist writes the following account of
Hon. A. Fl. Stephens first speech of the
campaign, at Crawfordville, Taiafcrro coun-
ty, on the 9th inst /;
The court then adjourned, as it was ex-
pected that Judge Linton Stephens would
address the people on the political issues of
the day But as the Judge was indisposed,
the Hon A. Fl. Stephens supplied his place,
and for more than one hour, unclaimed the
audience, by his matchless eloquence, in de-
fence of the blessings we now enjoy under
the best government on earth-and showing
the evils which he seriously apprehended
! from sectionalism and the disorganisine ten
dency Of the Seceders at Charleston.
/ He said that Judge Douglas was not his
first choice, yet, he believed that Douglas
had shown more moral courage in defending
his convictions of right, against prejudice
and hnaticlsm at home. than any statesman
now living, North or South, and the war
now waged against him by Office holders and
seekers, from envy and malice, reminded
him Of wolves bounding to death lordly
Buffalo; and knowing that Stephen A. Doug
las has stood side by side, and voted with
the South in her perils and trials, he believ
ed him true, honorable, and the most pow
erful friend the South ever had
He would not stand by silently and see
him denounced, without attempting to de-
fend him. He would feel as guilty as was
The man Of old, who held the Martyrs cloth
es while the mob stoned him to death; and
for one, though he should stand alone, he
would raise his voice to cheer on the good
men Of the North who were striving to de-
feat Lincoln and save the Union But il
sectionaism should prevail-and all should
be lost-if the Union, and peace, and all
should go down together-yet he would raise
aloft with all his strength the banner on
which is ascrbed 'snon intervention, and a
firm adherence to our plighted faith" He
closed with most eloquent appeal to the
conservative feelings of his audience to stand
by the Union and the Constitution of our
fathers.
From the best information I could get
there arc not ten Breckenridge men in the
county, and it is stated that the votes is very
nearly equally divided between Bell ane
Douglas.
A Breckenridge EEectOr Declined
In the Enquirer, Of Saturday, we fine
the following from Mr.. Lacy, of New Kent
which speaks fol- itself:
To the Editors eftAe Enquirer:
New KENT County,, Aug. "a, 1860.
Gentlemen-Do me the favor to state II
your paper that | respectfully decline the
position of County Elector for this county
on the Breckenridge and Lane ticket, which
has been assigned me by the Richmond State
Convention, and also by the Charlottesville
Convention. | shall support the national
nominees of the Democratic party--to wit
Douglas and Johnson
Very respectfully,
John s LACY
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Removals.

BY reference to our advertising columns
it will be seen that Messrs. Piper & Funk
houser have removed their stock Of Goods
to the handsome Store Room, nearly oppo-
site the Va. Hotel. formerly occupied by
= H. Hiib. All in search of bargains are
invited to give them call, and examine
their new stock.
The remainder of the stock of Goods be-
longing to s. FL. Hilb has been removed to
the room next door to the Vindicator Office.
at which place the Auction Sales will be
resumed in faw days.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
The Maine Election.

PORTLAND, Sept II Returns l16 towns
give Washbarne rep for Governor. 49,.
485 votes; Stuart, (dem.) %, 841, and
Barns, (Union) 1,0l2.
Republican, majority, s,642; net gain
of 2, 100 over last years vote.
1t is probable that the Republicans have
elected the full congressional tickets of the
party, consisting of the following gentle
men: 1st. dist. j. N. Goodwin; I'd. dist.
G. ". Walton Sd dist. S G. Fessenden ;
9TH dist. A. p. Morrill,; 9th dist. j. a..
Rice; 9th dist. T. Pike.
None of these gentlemen are members OF
the present Congress, although the State
delegation is entirely Republican.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
A Correct List.

The following is correct list of the pa
pers in Virginia that support Douglas.
Index, Richmond,
True Democrat, Petersburg,
Recorder, Fredericksburg,
Vindicator, Stanton,
Star, Lexington,
Democrat, Fincast1e,
Register, Harrisonburg,
Democrat, ..
Spirit, Charlestown,
Star, Morgantown,
German paper, Wheeling,
Plaindealer. Melbourne,
Chronicle, Ravensweod.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
Increase CT Virginia Population.

The Richmond Enquirer states that in the
last report Of the Auditor of Pnblic Ac.
counts is an estimate Of the popul alton in
the State, which shows an increase of 236,
900. The Auditor has recently procured
faern the Deputy Marshals returns from q
considerable number Of counties, which
show that his estimate approximates quite
nearly the result. The actual returns al
the counties referred to exceed the estimate
in the West, and fall below it in the East
The Enquirer observes that if the present
ratio of representation in Congress is pre-
served, the increased population in the State,
when taken in connection with the trao(
tlonal excess at the last apportionment, will
give three additional members of Congress.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-09-14
DOUGLAS Club.

The Democracy of Staunton ana vicinity
were entertained on last Saturday, at the
Court house, by an animated and practical
speech from Capt J. A. Hartman. This
was the first effort of the Captain at regu-
lar speech since the Baltimore Convention,
and we must say that his friends, and the
friends of the genuine Democracy were de-
lighted. Col Geo. Baylor followed Capt.
Hartman in strong array Of facts and argu-
ments in defence of Douglas and Johnson.
The Club meets again tomorrow night,
when other speakers will be present