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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1860-10-03

The republican candidates for state offices
have written letters accepting the nominations.
Most Of the letters are brief, the writers signi-
flying their acceptance in a few words. The
following, which are longer than the others,
say something more -
LETTER OF JOHN A. ANDREW.
BOSTON, Sept. Is, 1860.
Gentemen-l have had the honor to receive
your official notice of the nomination conferred
ON me by the convention of the republican
party Of the commonwealth which was held
at Worcester on the 18th of August
Ditiident of myself but confident of our
cause, OF the patriotism of its motives, the
truth of its doctrines, and the justice of its
purposes, accept the nomination; and, what
ever fortune may now or hereafter betall me-
L shall never cease to remember with the
livehest sensibility, the expression of gener
GUS confidence which is implied in that act
of political associates and friends But, min.
gled with the warmest gratitude the occasion
can inspire, and surprising every other senti-
ment or emotion, is an ineXpressible sense of
the responsibility which pertains now to the
position OF candidate OF our party for the gov.
ernorship of the commonwealth, and of the
still heavier responsibility which will follow,
if the voice of the convention shall find an
echo in that Of the people OF Massachusetts.
need not weary you by any recital of the
principles or methods of the republican organ
lZation. Notwithstanding the misrepresenta-
ton OF some ungenerous adversaries they are
Familiarity known TO the people of the United
States They are distinctly affirmed IN the
resolutions of the national convention at Chi
cage; and the republicans of Massachusetts,
in common with their friends throughout the
Union, abiding by that authoritative exDosi-
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1860-10-03

PoLIcE CoURT.-On Tuesday, Mary Ann
Spence, for larceny of cotton sheets, was sent
to the house OF correction for one month.
VIM. H. Hit, for being common drunkard,
WAS niHen a like sentence.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1860-10-03

BALL PLAYING AMONG THE BoYs.-There
was an interesting game of base ball played
in front of the Dread, yesterday, by two boys
the game lasted all day, at the close the Union
club of eight Main street boys getting 100 tai
lies to the SO of eight Southbridge street boys.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1860-10-03

Harvey ChranO Thermal Female P5sfs
WARRANTED IN ALL CASES
FOR Tue prevention and cure of ali those difficulties to
which the Female system is peculiarly liable ariei
from sToPPAGE OF NATURE OR OBSTRUCTION.
These rus hare been kn0Dn to fail ,phen H..
directions hare been strictly foloWed and hey are 1
Jeetg SAFE 10 take at any time, by the most delicate
To MARRIED LADIES they particularly recommend
ed they prevent difficulties and restore nature no
matter from what cause the obstruction may arise:
few days in most cases. will produce the desired effect
and although so powerful yet no injury will ever result
from their uses but those who pregnant should not
use them, as they have an effect contrary nature
Pamphlets detailing their virtues with numerous GER
thcates from well known physicians and apothecarie
can be had on application to the agent who will send the
pills If desired, by mail post paid to any address,
cep of the money Sold in boxes containing sixty pills
PRICE ONE DOLLAR by all the principal druggists and
dealers everywhere W. IL. GoULDING, 40 Main street,
is agent ior Worcester deodtf oct3
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PhotOgraphs!-At Union Art Gallery" from life
to miniature Sizes and finished either in Oil Water
India Ink Pastile CravOn Also, Ambrotypes Mclan
otypes, &c, all sizes PARTICULAR ATTENTION
PAID TO COPYING PICTURES OF DECEASED
PEOPLE.
The best Pictures in the city the reasonable
prices, made at the Union Art Gallery" 1871 Main
street. au2O diff
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"THE QUAKER WIDOW The excellent
poem on the first page appeared originally in
Harper's Magazine, and should be accredited
to Bayard Taylor,-not to Whittier
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LETTER FROM DWIGHT FOSTER.

WORCESTER, Sept. 7, 1860.
Gentlemen-I have received your favor of
August 9lst, announcing that have been Sc
lected as the candidate Of the republican
party Of Massachusetts for the office of attor.
ney general.
gratefully accept this nomination, and am
profoundly sensible OF the honor which it con-
ters and the responsibilities which it deyolves
upon me.
Ii elected, | shall endeavor to discharge the
duties CT the position with fidelity to the con.
stitution and laws of the state and the nation
and to promote the vigorous execution of the
statutes OF the commonwealth within the scope
tmy official conduct and personal influence.
am republican, because [ believe that
the success OF our party will restore the ma.
tional government to the principles of the
founders OF the republic. and will perpetuate
the Union OF the states, as well as secure the
rights and liberties of the people of the entire
country to which | trust that no thought. or
word, or act of my life has been wanting in
loyalty and devotion.
With sentiments OF the highest respect,
Your obi. servant, DWIGHT FOSTER.
LETTER OF II. A. CHAPMAN.
SPRINGTIELD, Sept 8, 1860.
Genllemen,-Y letter informing me that
have been nominated by the republican state
convention rs one of the candidates for elector
at large for the commonwealth, is just recey
ed. have cordially adopted the platform of
the republican party, and believe the candi.
dates of the party for the offices Of president
and vice president have been selected wisely.
believe Mr.. Lincoln is not only man of
unquestionable integrity, but an ADLER man
thah either of the two great parties of the
country had previously nominated for the
presidency for many years past and that his
election WIN rescue our government from the
domination of that intensely sectional sprit
under winch it has been brought by the lead
ers OF the democratic party In my Judgment
the great national interests OF free labor IN iii
sections OF the country, and especially in rea
ton to the occupation and cultivation of orr
new territories by free laborcrs of European
races in preference to giving them up to be
occupied and cultivated by slaves of the Airi
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DIR. BrOnsOn's Blood FOod.-The demand for
ms unryaed Preparation is beyond the possibility of
DOUBT ana Its sale is becoming large as that Of any
other article now before the public. Tens of thousands
Of persons who were sufferers daily walking
the streets OF all the principal cities of the Union and bv
thelr influence spreading the fame of "Dr BRoNsoN's
BLOOD FOOD throughout the civilized world But the
al OF one bottle Is more convincing than all we could
say IN whole newspaper column. 1t gives life. health
and beauty to the sick and restores magic those
VINO We're supposed to be rrecoverably lost We need
only say, try it.
We would also call the attention Of Mothers 20 Dr.
EAroNS lNFANTILE CORDIAL This said to be superior
10 any article Of the kind now known. II your anxious
hears are panied by witnessing the suerings your
invaluable specific for infants teethng, sottenng their
gums and aaYng all fever and irritation BY all means
get the Cordial relieve the sunerngs of your children
and enjoy unbroken your repose.-Adrertiser and
Farmer, bridgeport, Ct
~ See advertisement. For sale by GEO. II. SPTRR
DAVID SCOTT, NJ GREEN & CO., and GEORGE
p. HARLOW, Agents, Worcester dGwlm si2
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DR.. 4 elIey, AnaIyticaI Physician, can be COZ


suited THU RSpAY and FRIDAY, the 4th and 5h of Oc-
toOer at No l42 Main street free of CHARGE on dis
eases of the Lungs Liver Kidneys Spleen Brain Stom-
attendant symptoms. Wa ~
The AHalycdt practice has, in every form of disease
most iorciby demonstrated the superiority of Vegetable
remedies over Mineral MIXTURES. The requirements of
nature are considered in this SYSTEM and the deranpe
ments accustomed by disease treated upon princples
which have common sense for their basis BY its means
thousands have been restored to heal-he living testi
mony Of its claims to public confidence Ladies and
gentlemen are invited call. Office examinations free
s29 d6ttylt ee'
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a New Notwithstanding Cubebs, Copaiba
Capsules, any compound that has before the
people 1t has been used by handred physicians in
their private practice. with entire success
BELLS SPECIFIC PILLS,
for diseases of private nature. cure is frequently
performed IN WEEK. This remedy is newly discover
ed Specific, more active and speedy in effects than
Cubeb or Copaiba alone. The Pills half the size
capsules, and never nauseate the Stomach impreg-
nate the Breath.
Six Dozen Pills in box. Price one dollar and will
pc sent by mail by the agent receipt of the money
Sold by all The prnepal Druggists and Dealers and by
ter deOntf 1890 '' " "a
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Friction AIatches.-Haying been appointed by the
Bosto Friction Match Co as Agents for the sale their
Matches in Worcester and vicinity, hereby give
notice that we shall keep constantly hand assort-
ment of their celebrated Matches, which will be sold
low Tor cash, and satisfaction guaranteed
DRAl'En d CLARK
Jy2l df Nos. IS and 81 Front street.
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The name Of Essex Saunders was accident
ally omitted yesterday from the list of direct.
ors Of the Grafton Bank.
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Lime, Cement Calcined Plaster and Hair for Masons
Plaster of Paris for Farmers. Just received good sn
ply and will be kept constantly hand and for sale by
nlh"I u%Wtt DRAPER ~ CLARK.
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To Consumptivcs.-The advertiser having b, en-
restored to health in few weeks by very simple rene
affection and that dread disease Consumpton-is anx
cure. ~ -
To all who desire it, he will copy of the prescrp
non used Gree of charged with the directions prepar
ing and using the same, which they will find SURE CURE
Tor CoNsu HPrIoN, ASTHMA, BRONCHITIS &c. The only
OBJECT OF the advertiser i'll sending the prescription is to
dement, the afflicted, and spread information which he
concees to be invaluable, and he hopes every sufferer
Will try his remedy as it will cost them nothing and may
prove blessing Parties wishing the prescription will
please address REV. EDWABD A. WILSON
oil dly Williamsburgh Kings Co. New York
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Hiil's Mint speclIic-For Badness, &c, &c. For
sale by HENRY L. KNAPP, Waldo Block Main street
app d6wtf
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Mill'E Mint SpecIfc-For Badness and Falling of
OF the Hair. For sale by JAMES GREEN, Druggist
Main street. d6wtf an9
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Notice to Slngers.-Prof FROST, of Boston will
form private class in cultivation the voice. at Mr.
Mhitings Music Rooms, No. Mechanics Building, on
Monday Afternoon, Oct l. Ladies are requested TO be
present at O'Clock, the gentlemen O'Clock For par
tculars inquire of MI Whiting Terms for 20 lessons
81. d6t s2S
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A d l E s. + A l R
BRINLEY HALL,

THE LADIES or VOWS SOCLETY,
will hold their Annual Fair for the support of their Mi
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DEMOCRATIC MEETING IN MIDDLE CREEK
DISTRICT

DEMOCRATIC MEETING IN MIDDLE CREEK
DISTRICT.
In accordance with previous notice. the Demo-
Gratis of Middle Greek District met at W. W. John
sons on the 18th inst, and organized by appointing
James Adams chairman and w. H. Stinson secre-
tary.
On motion, Isaac Rowland, G. H. Afford, and
David Smith appointed to draft resolutions for
the consideration of the meeting They retired and
after short absence reported the following resou
tons, which were unanimously adopted:
Resolred. That VIC, the Democrats of this district
approve of holding convention in Raleigh on Mon
day. the 2lst instant for the purpose of nominating
candidates to represent us in the next Legislature
Resolred. That the chairman appoint ten delegates
to represent us in said convention
Resolred, That we have full confidence in said
convention, and pledge ourselves to support its NOM
inees.
Under the I'd resolution, the chairman appointed
the following delegates: ---.,. .. .....
VIM. Balentine, G. Fl. Afford, Isaac Rowland, D.
Smith. A. S. Utley, A. w. Belts, W. w. Clements,
John Stokes, A. j. Blanchard, and D. S. Stinson
On motion, the chairman and secretary were ad-
ded to the list. ,-,... .. --.. -
On motion. it was ordered that the proceedings of
this meeting be sent to the Raleigh Standard for
publication, and the Press to copy.
On motion, the meeting adjourned.
JAMES ADAMS, Chm.
W. H. STINsoN, Sec'y.
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DEMOCRATIC MEETING IN SWIFT CREEK
DISTRICT.
At meeting of the Democrats of Swift Creek
District held at Willis Franklins on Saturday, the
18th instant
On motion of Capt Woodall. j. W. Rogers was
called to the chair and D. W.. Goodwin requested to
act as secretary. re- &: rs ..s.fi r.. ~ ...-
The object of the meeting was explained by Capt.
Absalom Woodall.
On motion of H. B. Whitaker, the chairman was
requested to appoint committee of three to prepare
business for the action Of the meeting: whereupon
j. H. Stevens, Green Franklin, and H. B. Whitaker
were appointed, whe6 after retiring few moments,
reported the following resolutions: 'r ~ " .''H'
Resolred, That We approve of holding a county
convention IN Raleigh on the 21st inst for the pur-
pose Of nominating candidates to represent us in the
next Legislature. $50. :.
Rssolred, That we approve Of the nomination Of
Gov. Ellis, and pledge him our cordial support. 70
Resotoed, That we approve of the platform of the
Democratic party of the State, and urge upon all
Democrats to freely support it 49, : >,
Resolred, That the chair appoint ten delegates to
represent us in said convention
Under the 4th resolution the chair appointed the
following persons: =, -.-i! =, .
W. r. Cam, G. B. franklin, J. M. Jones; A. R
Rogers, A. z. Woodall, H. B. Whitaker, William
Gulley, <. Goodwin, A. Powell, l. L. Tippet, J. W..
Rogers, j. W. Goodwin.
On motion, the meeting adjourned. 80 stT
wv. GooDwr, secy. i19 50 - - = =
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PLANTATION FOR SALE.


A VALUABLE PLANTATION, containing about 800
"A acres situated in the lower part Of Onslow county.
adjoining the town of Swansboro and Immediately the
Sound opposite BIZ. Inlet. miles from the Ocean
The land is of excellent quality, adapted to Corn
Peas Potatoes Cotton and Ground Peas There is tw.
horse farm under cultivation the balance is wood land
which is Of gtn,d quality to clear for cultivation The ia
c,ltes for manuring are equal TO any in the State.
There is good twostory dwelling House, with eight
rooms with dining attached, IL BY ~ feet two sto
res also, good double Kitchen, Smoke House. Stables
Corn House and Negro Houses. all in good repair.
There is good Male and Female Academy within few
hundred yards of the place in successful operation which
makes this desirable place for person wishing to edu
cate family Of chdren also to enjoy the uxurles of the
water which abounds all kinds OF fish. oysters &c. &C.
This place unequaed for health in the Eastern part Of
the Slate. the dwelling pleasantly situated bluff
cse BY the WATER with excellent spring Of water close
BY the house. which makes of the most pleasant resi-
dences in Eastern North Carolina Beaufort excepted
The abOve premises within is miles of the Atlantic
N C Railroad BY land, % miles by water from More
head City. through Bgue Sound, where there is constant
passing by lighters
will take pleasure in showing the place to any person
wishing to purchase any letters addressed to this
place will receive prompt attention.
c. B. GLOVER.
Swansbort' n c., May l5 1860. 2o-w6t.
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$50 REWARD.

$50 REWARD.
DAN AWAY ON THE 18th OF MAY LAST, Ns59)
h my negro man EDMOND, carpenter by trade Said
negro Edmo0 is bright muattu Of, medium size sup
posed TO weigh about 3a i40 1bs and is years old
his hair is long and waivy, nerspersed with gray heard
and srhsers very grey and when not newly shaved has
the appearance Of being much older than he his q,
quick straight and smooth CARRYING well balanced head
ing; he has his forehead Of considerable length
but the most distinctive mark is Tor caus
sence q" his temples Il think the righD in the line
of his hair which would identify him in the absence of all
other marks. This {" wen " excressence can oay be
when his hat off and his hair pushed back He
seemingly fond Of religious devotion such making long
prayers and singing religious songs Edmond brought
TO this State from Virginia by David Mcdaniel and sold to
my broth :, Dr. J. Drake from whom purchased him
Cedar Rock, Franklin county. think he can read and
write, and may have forged free papers, and perhaps may
be passing free negro Edmond is known to be luri.
ing in Warren, Franklin, and my county, Nash. /
will give tina above reward Of Fifty Dollars for bis appre
henson and delivery to ut my house near Castas or
Dollars for his confinement in any Jail so that
get him.
JNO. G. F. DRAKE.
Castaa, n. u, May II, 1850. pc. .a..lra 20 WITS I
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NOTICE.

TAKEN UP AND COMMITTED TO THE JAIL OF
Guiford county, on the 4th Of December 1889 ne.
six inches high and weighs about IA pounds says that his
name is WILSON, and was raised by Mr. McRae. near
Bristol, Va-was sola 10 trader named KLIPPER aud
train. Said boy had when arrested brown Kentucky
Jeans Govt green check Cashmere Panaloons and white
wool Hat No marks except the left side Of his
pushed aside The owner is requested to come forward
prove property charges and take him away otherwise
he will be dealt with according to law.
c. A. BOON, Sheriff:
January w. IooV. ,f p .-'T- = '~--- 2-w6m.
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NOTICE.

NOTICE.
vVVHERE is IN THE COMMON JAIL IN JONES
u County, c., a negro man aged about 90 years,
dark copper cour and wegt about m pounds says that
his name is JOHN CARY and from Princess Anne
County, Va, TO Gates county, n. c.. and worked with
Nathan Parker for time, then 10 Craven
ty and worked the Atlantic and N C r. r., then
Jones county, He says that he is free but make
appear. and also lie is indicted free negro for mgi
ing into the State The owner is notified forward,
prove property pay charges and take him away, be will
be dealt with according TO law
J. II. NETHERCUTT, Sheriff.
May Is 1860. 2o-w6t
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MISSISSIPPI COTTON PLANTATION FOR
-fr SALE. IT

T0 EFFECT A DIVISION, THIS DESIRA.
bic place is offered for sale. 1t lies the Mississippi
Central Railroad in Carroll COUNTY Miss within thirteen
bonrs Of New Orleans and twelve Of Memphis The tract
contains acres about $50 cleared and cultivation
about 800 second bottom Of Big Black river Til, balance
tne tnct is finely tmbered and lies convenient to the
Karoad for crd wood TIE place is well impruved
tanning commodious dwelling and all necessary oubuid.
lngs II has an nexhausble supply Of water and
for its society and educational facilities The place
will be divided. provided it all be sold at The
corn fodder &c. will be sold cheap and possession given
IN November or December next Any one who desires
beautiful and healthy residence with well improved plan
tatiOu, would do well to examine soon. y
For terms and particulars address ~
LIN So II. i...--i... 4. Il. C. L. HUDSON,
Walden Depot, Carroll Co, Miss
March 80, 1860. al. ......f,s.. - =. l4--w2mpdf
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COACH. AKING!

ns :.::: COACH. AKING! - go ..@
1uVHE SUBSCRIBER WOULD INFORM THE
Public generally. that he has recently taken the
GOLD STAND" -.. .....-,
well known by body, west Of the capitol Square"
and formery occupied by WM. F. CLARKE and is fully
prepared to carry On
KING
in all its various branches in the VERY BEST STYLE
~ Prices to Suit the Times. ST
Persons will do well call and examine for themselves
befire purchasing elsewhere
Repairing done at the shortest notice, and in the very
best manner
.1--t-. ..... JAMES BASRFORD.
Raleigh, Jan, g.. 1860. Swift
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VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE.

VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE.
II OFFER MY HOUSE AND LOT FOR SALE IN THE
Il village Of Chapel Hill, where formerly lived, adoin
ing Hugh B. Guthrie West, and the Episcopal Church
to the College grounds South containing about two aeres
with large Dwelling House with eight good rooms fire
place in each and two large basement A. 90
with e"od and Bake ali ober
necessary ouhouses and good well If water in the yard
This property valuable; it would suit private family
Or for public hotel will sell one, two, and three
years credit with interest from date the purchaser giving
bonds with good security
ANN s. HILLYARD.
Chapel Hill. N. C., April g. 1860. l4-w3m,
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A WORD TO THE DISCOURAGED.

: "A WOhD
ulOcTOR ANDRUs OFFERS IN ALL CASES OF
IL Consumption ard Nervous Debility Scroula and al!
Rheumatic Para tic ant Mercura affections diseases of
the Hip and Spine, Kidneys and Bladder Gravel Dropsy,
son Irregularities and all diseases of the Womb Stric
lures in the Ureihra Fisula Piles remeded without
the use of instruments bandages After twenty years
of personal and professional experience he that
person in the world those dieases with mineral
or vegetable medicines alone. He mineral med-
cine his remedies luxury for ALL the sick WELL
and enable the debtaed to enjoy great pertec
on of health while taking medicine at any period of
their lives DR.. ANDRUS the original inventor reormer
and founder Of principles in the practice Of medicine
"Caa be consulted by letter. by addressing Dr. Henry
drus New Orleans La. and medicine will be forwarded
by mail free Of CHARGE for trial. to any post Office in the
Union
April 10, 1860. 15-w7t.
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PROPERTY HOLDERS LOOK TO YOUR
a...-.+ .... INTERESTS
Caswell Mutual Fire Insurance Company,
OFFICE AT MILroN, CAswELL COUNTY NC
VNHlS COMPANY HAS BEEN IN SUCCESSFUL,
Il operation for the past eight years. and during that
time has punctualy paid all LOSSES.
DIRECTORS.
n L: Walker. Isaac Oettinger,
DR.. VIM NJ. Brooks, Benz Hines,
A. G.. Finly Witcher keen
Thos. D. Johnston, R. u. Lewis,
l.. H. Hunt, Jarvis Friou,
Col. K. N. Kirby, VIM. NJ Howerton,
ThOs. A. Donoho Hon. E. G. Reade
n. j.. Walker, President,
Benz. Hines, Vice Pres.
N II. Lewis. Treasurer,
N. NcGehee Attorney
A. l.. Ball, Secretary,
Sam' r. Thornton, General Aqent
T. Ief Il. H Hns.' Exec Com.
R. H. Lewis,
All Letters addressed to the Secretary or Agent
will be promptly attended to.
July ~, 1859. s0-wtf4