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I'1 III' II II I 1 ' " " 1 wjy """li"ll''a SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 1844. for Govnr.xoR, Col. llichacl Hoke, of Ztincoln. QJOa Monday last, Messrs. James Marn;in, .lames M. Redmond, and Rob ert H Austin, were elected Commission ers for the town of Tarboro' for the ensu ing year. Ral. Register Gov. Morchead Judge Rodger. The Raleigh Register has "superadded a few icnVcliciis" on the late proceedings of the Executive Council and Governor, con taining the si rankest doctrines, and most unblushing effrontery, we have lately me1 with. lie commences by "inlormmg hi distant readers" (those about Raleigh are supposed to he better informed, we pre sume) "that the Council of State is appoin ted by the General Assembly an I the acci dental Loco Foco majority of the lat ses sion appointed seven bittter partizans to compose the council." The assertion?" "accidental majority," "seven bitter parti zans," may pas for what they are woith; but their only i fleet litre is to evince the i-pleen and propensity, to misrepresent in a "bitter partizan" himself. He then "su peradds" tie rejection of Judge Badger "was dictated by a littleness of parly ma lignity." Were you Mr. Editor of coun sel with these "bitter pariizms' that you should know their motive;'? or. are you in that wretched state of mind which sees bit terness in every bosom but your own? whose own pei tut batims have troubled and embittered all the waters around you. A state of political misanthropy more to be pitied than execrated. Did it never occur lo you, tnai n me veruici oi me puonc was taken, on party malignity and un sparing denunciation, what an elevation Gov. Morehead, Judge Uadger and the .1 . (-! I C . t I I- Editor of the Register would claim in h. ranks of "bitter partizans." Experience should have taught you the impropriety in politics as well as morals of judging others by yourself. "Twould from many a blun der free you." i You then "superadd," "Governor Morehead was not the man who would submit to have a democrat dictated to him." Indeed Therefore he must, dictate a whig to them. This is a specimen of dictatorship the profession or even ; avowal of which we hoped never to have seen in our day or in our country; and that public opinion will lead to the Tarpuan rock all such attempted dictators and usur pers of the rights and privileges of the people. A Governor shall dictate and a Judge shall be dictated to us, is strange and abhorrent language to the cats of freemen. But listen to the following extract from the Register where he superadds: "But the Council failed in accomplishing their object. They neither disappointed Mr. B. of the office, nor mortified him by the rejection. We know him well enough lo feel assurred, that he would have pre ferred at the hands of the men composing the Council, a rejection rather than a con firmation, and is far better pleased to be re jected by Loco Focoism in company with liinton and Manly and Freeman and Mil ler, than to possess tbe unenviable singu larity of their acceptance, when these, his friends and brother Whig, lud been pro scribed. Had the office been tendered, it would not have been acepted by Mr. B. It is known here, that soon alter the death of the lamented Gaton, Governor Moie head declaied his intention not to con sult with any one as to the selec tion of his successor, but lo make such nomination as he (HE) deemed right, and put on the Council the responibdiiy of rejection. Several personal friends had expressed to Mr. B. the opinion that the Governor would send in his name. Hav ing made up his mind fully to decline the appointment, should it be offered to him, lie yet could not, under the circumstance, volunteer this declaration to the Governor without indelicacy; and being about lo leave home for one of his Court, on the day previous to the meeting of the Council, he left, as we know, with a friend, a leit-i to the Governor, to be delivered only in the event that he should be nominated ami the nomination confirmed. In that letter. he respectfully, but positively, declined to accept the office. Now these are rare confessions, and ex pose the whole secietof the would-be dic tators. The exigency occurs, wheie the Constitution requires the Governor to as semble the Council of Slate for their ad- pice. Yet from the first "he declared his nAf frt ftn?tdt with any." He IllltllllWll lIVl IW Vwii then nominates a person whom he feels sat isfied the Council will reject and who will not accept it, if confirmed. Is not this ma king a mockery of his office and of the verv Constitution he is sworn to sup port? spurning all consultations and at tempting to mislead the Council them selves, and tli3t for party purposes. And all this i now boastingly proclaimed to ihp world ihro' the official organ. It is no wonder that a nomination under these circumstances was unanimously rejected. and these doctrines, their authors, are now placed by their own a ts and confessions before the public in their naked deformi ty- But it seems Mr Badger "preferred a rejection" and he was accommodated with out condition or ceremony. Then having been gratified with his "preference" why any complunt or another word on me subject. The fluttering of a wounded pig eon shows the extent of his wounds, and it seems no relief or consolation in this cac that he himself pointed the arrow which maimed him. Then in the next sentence his "letter to the Governor" shows he would not accept and we learn from the or gan in this case that he only desired tht appointment, that he might scorn it "at he. hands of the men composing the Coun oil,'' and as it was impossible to gratify two such inconsistent desires, he wa dis apnoinfedherc. And it seems the Coun cil were lucky enough to avoid this effu sion 4tof the littleness of paity malignity" tored up for them by this "bitter parti- zn." The Council wisely avoided the snaies set for them by this trio of Dicta tor. Hiiic illx lachrymx. Dut Judge Badger would knot possess the unenviable singularity" of accepting an atmointment fioin Democrats." 'I hen why seek it? But this charge of the Re gister is as false as lis slanderous on the De mocraiic party. The "unenviable singu laritv" is on the whin heads only. The democratic patty of North Carolina have always when in power conferred offices on both whig aid democrats the whigs tie ver. When the whig Legislature came in to power five years ago, they found the offices of State promiscuously distribuitd among both parties. But they were not guilty of the "singularity" of a single de mocratic appointment fiom judge to door keeper they introduced into North Caro lina the docirines of the spoils party, and faithfully adhered to it, soiling the purity of the judicial ermine by the unhallowed contact and "littleness of party malignity." When democracy regained the ascendancy eighteen months ;.go, they again re appoint td deserving whig. Witness Secreiary of State and Comptroller. So the "unenvia ble singularity" in the greedy conception of whig office seekers means 'enviable universality " We claim not the sagacit)' of the Regis ter to pry into the bosoms of the Council, and say why they rejected Judge Badger though the event proves they acted wisely. Every person is ready to acknow ledge the eminent abilities of Judge B. but may they not be accompanied with some peculiar traits of character and dispo sition, or principles, (all unconnected with ipoliiics.) which may disqualify him. "Bit ter partizanship" is a disqualification of a democrat in your eyes, are you blind to that fault in a whig? 'l is said Judge Bad ger sometimes indulged in ihe most con temptuous strictures and remarks about the Supreme Court and its members, eveu while the "lamented Gaston" graced its bench. Was this remembered on the pre sent occasion as an extra qualification of his peculiar fitness? We have made these comments on the strange and reckless article of the Register, believing they deserve such an exposure, and not to excuse the Council; for as the matter now stands, they seem lo have per formed their duty properly, unawed and unlrapped by the trio of Raleigh dictators. Texas. The annexation of Texas is attracting great and growing attention. The popu larity of the measure increases with every consideration of it. Mr. Walker of Miss. has published a long letter on this subject, replete with sound reasoning and statesman like views; which convinces the undeman ding of all who read it, and is winning to its suppoit, the generous enthusiam of the people. This letter has been extensively cii culated in all parts of the Union, and produces the same effect in every section; tor it addresses itself, in the language of truth and eloquence, lo every American feeling. As a part of the effeet of this very letter, the Legislature of Maine now in session, have rejected, by a vote of nearly 2 to 1, a resolution to instruct her Senators to op pose the annexation of Texas. The Leg islatureof Pennsylvania have rejected a similar proposition. We hail these as cheering signs. The agitation of this question, has drawn out letter from Gen. Jackson, ever watchful for his country's interest. We invite atten tion to his letter on the first page, and also to the subjoined extract of a letter from him just written. Gen. Jackson fought for this Ten itory at New Orleans, for it was then a part of the State of Louisiana, and he has too much American feeling to submit in silence to any dismemberment of our fair Republic. His sagacity as ; statesman, and his experience and reputa tion as a military commander, should give great weight to his views of the necessity of having Texas, for our own defence in any invasion of our country. The fervid patriotism, breathed so eloquently in the annexed extract, comes to us as ihe last sighs of a departing patriot for the glory and prosperity of his beloved country. Extract of a letter from General An drew Jackson to a distinguished mem ber of Congress, dated Hermitage, March II. "The present golden moment to obtain Texas must not be lost, or Tex as must, from necessity, be thrown in to ihe ar ms of England, snd be forever lot to the U. S! Nee l I call your attention to the situation of the V. States England in possesion of Texas or in sirict alliance, offensive, and defensive, ami conieodinjr for California? How easy would it ho for Great Biiiain to interpose a fotce sufficient to prevent emigration to California Irom the U. Stages, ami supply her garrison from I I exas. Every real American, when they view this, wiih the danger to New Oihaos from British arms from Texas, must unite heart and hand in the annexation of ihe U Slates. It will he a strong iron hoop around our Union, and a bulwark against all foreign invasion or aggression. I sv again, let not this opportunity sliptoiegain 1 exas, or it may elude our grasp forever. or cost us oceans of blood and millions ol money, to free us from Ihe evils that ma be brought upon us! 1 hope and trust thete will be as many Patriots in the Senate, as will ratify the tieaty, which I have no loubt will be promptly entered into. I again say lo you, that this moment must not be lost, or real necessity may compel I exas to look elsewere for protection and C . ,1 saiei v. screw loose. The (Halifax) Roanoke Republican, the chief trumpeter of Andrew Joyner and H. F. Moore, the pre sident and director of the rail roads and organs of whiggery in these xw ts, thus discoursed! on rail roads and in ternal improvements: "We are not now opposed to n- indi vidual enterprize, but are as strongly oppo- ed to State Internal Improvements, as we. ever were in favour of them 'I oo much money have already been wasted in our tail Roads A net not another Dollar shall be given without our voices being raised againxtit. W e say create no new wor ks, and if the profits accruing from those now in existence, at e not sufficient to sustain them let them sink.' Now here is a weary pilgrim in the cause of whiggery and internal improve ments, oveibutdened with his load of poli tical sins, confessing them in a penitential style, and promising to aniend his ways. You are slow, brother Webb, in conftss'ng the light of truth on this subject. Hut we must assute you this is but a beginning You confine your confessions lo internal improvements by the State. Will not Hie same light and reason which illuminated you on this subject, also condemn in much stronger terms, internal improvements by the General Government, where there is so much greater waste and extravagance. I he only difference is, that oar Slate in ternal improvements are carried on by direct taxation the money spent by the General Government is raised by an unjust tariff. And will vou suDnort an onnn-ss. - ri j-r ive and burdensome tariff, that the money may be squandered on internal improve ments. Extend your observation a little further on this subject, and truth and can dor will compel you to admit, that inter nal improvements by the General Govern ment are more profligate and injurious, and far more dangerous, because it acts in an irresponsible shape. We cannot believe you honest in your professions, till you op pose the whole system, and not any little nuisance which may happen to exist under your own nose. There is selfishness but no principle in such a couise. FOR THE TAKBORO' PRESS. Mr. Editor: As a reader of your paper I am pleased to see the prominent 5land you are taking in favor of the re-annexation of Texas. There is a growing zeal and in terest awakening in our community on this subject, and within my observation there is no person either whig or democrat, who do not advocate the measure. The lights now before the public show conclusively that was once our territory, and wrongfully ce ded away. How happens it that John Qnincy Ad ams, while he was President, should make two attempts to purchase it from Mexico; and now, when Texas offers herself for no thing, he is opposed to the reception? This subject will soon be before Con gress, and it is right the people should un derstand it, and should proclaim their views f.irthe enlightenment of their Repre sentatives. A CAROLINIAN. Congress. In the Sena'e. the chief bu siness is, the diension of the report of the committee? of Finance, for the indefinite postponement of Mr. McDufnVs bill redu cing the rate of duties. In the House, the bill making appropria tions for the suppoit of the army, is under discussion. From the Raleigh Standard. (TT'The fearless and ahle Editor of the Tarborough Press, after commenting upon the electioneering trip of Mr. Clay to this Slate, says: help u heaven, were we a member of the Raleigh Guards we would tefuse to take our place in the ranks, lo minister to the vanity ol this publico-pri- vate visiter. riight: And there are many good democrats who will not take their places in the ranks. They luve no I idea of standing up in uniform to be abused and tongue-lathed by the great eleetioneer- er. In Savannah it i siid tie poured out torrents of abuse upon democracy indeed th Georgian say he had not been ten fiours in the phce before pomineut demo crats passed under the "lash of his serp nt tonaue," because they refused to dance at tendare on him! We hope his friends here will teach him better rnauneis. Shocking. Mr. Alex. Wi!ey, living 9 miles South of Yancey vi He, had a Kitchen and four little Negroes consumed by fire on Friday last. Milton Chronicle. From the Raleigh Slur. Death hy Lightning. On Wednesday the 20 h ult., a young man hv the name of Underwood, residing on Stoney Creek, in the County of Orange was struck by linhtning in his own house and instantly killed. A little child that was clinging to his pantaloons escaped entirely unhurt. tJ7A young lady in Portsmouth, N. Tl., rerenily had the curiositv. while ma king it, to count the number of stitches in a shirt, and found tlm rhev were a 626! iV. Y. Jour, of Coin. The Caledonia, at Nnston, brings Eng lish dates to the 5th March; by which we learn, there wa a slight decline in the price of inferior cotton; other qualities remained stationary, though the excitement in tie market had subsided. O'Connel and the oihcr:traverers on the charge of conspira cy against the Government, had convicti d. Hut the judgment was suspen ded for the present, and O'Connel had ta ken his seal in Parliament. Tl e opinion prevails to some extent, that the Crown will be satisfied with the moral effect of the conviction alone; and that no punishment win oe inincted. Washington Market, Mar. 2S. Corn wholesale, & CD per barrel. Racon GJ a 7 cents. Lard, s to 10 cents. Naval stores. New dip, $1 70; Old, $1 70. Scrape', 65 cents. Rep. are au'horised to announce LOUIS C. PENDER, a candidate at ihe ensuing election for the office of Slier iff of this country. KJWre are authorised to announce JESSE MERGER, as a candidate at ihe ensuing election for the office of Sheriff of this county. COMMUNICATED. Rt Rev. Bishop Ives is by appointment to preach on the 20ih and 21st Amil (second Sunday after Easter,) in Calvary church, Tarboro'. Elder James Oshourn is expected to preach in Tarboro' on the 6th and 7th of April, and at the Falls Tar River on the 1 3lh and 14th. JV )lice. mjRS HOW ARD will accommodate t tew genteel persons with hoard by the month or year. Prices according lo the times. April 5ih, 1844. Tin Ware. THE Subscriber has just receive lreshsPpy0fTlN WARE, J" factored at Washington, in this State co"' listing of ' 05 Coffee PoU, of different sizesBuckets, do Measures, do. Funnels, dor Pans, do.' " Skimmers, do. Dippers, do Cups, do, p -i Mi'k strainers water Ladles, blow Horns' Lanterns, flour and sugar scoops, cake cutter Candlesticks, pepper boxes, graters, &c. ' which will be sold on reasonable and a comm'daiing terms. J30hl cupper, brass composition pewter, beeswax, furs, &c. will be rtcei ved in barter gj0rders for gutters conductor,, in ware of every description, will beat tended lo forthwith. GEO. HOtVJUiQ Tarbtro'. April fi. Corned Herrings. THE public are infor. med that I &ha fce onstanily on hand Williamston Landing during the present fiil iug season, a good supply of Corned IScrringg, From Croatan and Albemarle Snund which I will sfll at th lowest pnsijrjU rat-s. SIMON M. SMITHIVICK. William-Ion, 1st April, 1S44. H 6 List of Letters, Remaining in the Pest Office at Tarho. rough, the 1st of rfprif, 1S-14, wuck if not taken out before the Ut oj July next, will be sent to the Gent ral Post Office as dead letters. Alll. nl Lacy Jenkins Roberson 11 iimn M .1 Mrs Jones Wm G Hunting Richard Knight Jordan 2 Miyant Wm D Kill, brew Geo VV Rwlluck Joshua K La w rence Joshua L Hat'le Joseph S Lggen Wm 'Vnneti Kliz'h Mrs Leigh Thomas E Rla'r (eo ge N Long G h H'sidley Willie Mooring Wm L Drown J .cob Mooring John R II Npworr N Maner Thomas L Burnett William Conen S D M asnn David Madery Nancy 'Tuk Th's Henry Price Mnses Cromw ll Kliha IViwa Caroline Miss 'ampb. II F Miss Philips J J D-ict Dvi Robert A Pgv Mary Mrs Kxum Matthew Pridgen Henry Fountain Edvvmd Pitman R-ddinj K Imondson Pollard Roads Nathan Gregory Maiy Sessoms Wilson Gi nan .! ph J Taylor Lucv Mrs II iyey Joseph Tedder Dully Mrs Horsey C V Miss Thomas A Miss Harrison Richard Williams David Hyman Henry Williams Mc Sarah Irvin Montgomery 54 JJS M. REDMOND, P.M. JYcw Crockery Store, In Hie City of rVcw York, At No 270 Pearl Street, second door above Fulton Sired. EnflE undersigned having recently commenced the Crockery jobbing business, has now opened a veiy com plete stock of China ; Gtass 4 Earthen IVarc, Newly imported, and comprisiig the newest shapes and patterns, which will be sold cheap for Cah or approved credit. Meiehants visiting the City are res peci fully invited to call and examine the assortment, when such inducements will he offered as will make it their interest to becume purchaser. HENRY STEVENSON. I 3 G 270 Pearl Street. N Y. China, Earthen Ware and Glass. JAIIES P. SJItTII AS just received per barques N&'dfT and John Caskie. hi .nnn? sn oi china and earthen wake, direct from (he Potteries; also ajare -opply of GUiSS IVJ1RE from the l;inuf;ic!orie, n aking his stock com pine. He will he pleased lo furnish the country trade with articles of the ret quality, at Northern prices, and pack hem with s;reat care. At ihe sign of the Pitcher, Sycamore Street, Petersburg Va 13-6 JrfMES P. SMlTf! Jfledicinrs, c. "ffUST RECEIVED, a fresh assorfmeM of approved Patent Medicines, ar.dia tddiiiou lo our former stork, as follows Allrn's balsam nf horehnund, liverwort, anJPir risy rnt Mpprs's chemical OpodeMoCt tng!ey'8 preal western Indian Panacea, Oil spike, Dritish Oil, Bateman's drop3, Ksssence of peppermint. lemon, Laudanum, paregoric, Thompson eye water, Kau d'Cologne, superior Orris tooth paste, Ambler's tooth powder, lip salve. Castor Oil, sweet Oil, hlaok leather Varnish; Dunlop'g improved vegetable blacking, &c For sale cheap as usual. GEO. HOWARD, Tarboro, April 3. 1844.
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