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SATURDAY, JULY 22, 1837. Republican Nomination. :: Election on Thursday, 27lh July FOR CONGRESS. Gen. LOUIS O. WILSON. County Candidates. For Clerk of the County Court. Col. Joseph Bell. Clerk of the Superior Court. James W. Clark, Esq. Capl. David C. Bell. FOR THE TARBORO PRESS. Mr. Howard: You will please state in your paper, thai Spencer L. Hart, Esq. will be voted for at the election as Senator from this County, by MANY VOTERS. TO THE POLLS! On Thursday next, the polls will be opened in this Congres sional district for the purpose of electing a Representative in the next Congress of the United States. We would earnestly impress upon the minds of our readers the vast importance of a general attend ance. The delegation from this Stale in the last Congress, was nearly equally divided, and the election of one member may de cide whether or not a majority of the Representatives of the people of this State will aid the present Republican Administration in its endeavors to curtail the power of a Bank aristocracy that hitherto has had unlimited control over the value of the labor and property of the country. To the polls then, fellow citizens, and evince by your votes your determination not to tolerate any longer this outrage upon the Constitution, upon your rights, and upon your liberties. fX'Weare charged by the Edi tor of the Washington Whig, with declining "to argue, or even to af firm, the propriety of the vote," given by Gen. Wilson upon the organization of the State Conven tion and seek to palliate it by stating that some whigs also vo ted with him. The Editor con tends that the vote cannot be jus tified, and confidently asks, "if he was not elected to represent the people of Edgecombe in the Con vention, pray what was he elected to do?" In the commencement of this controversy we questioned the competency of a whig to decide corredly upon democratic princi ples, and the Editor's demonstra tions on the votes of Gen. Wilson clearly indicate that our position was correct. In fact, ' he who ar gues that an agent of the people should be guided in his public course by "a will of his own," and not by "the will of others," or his constituents, for surely none oth ers would attempt to direct him, sets at defiance the first principles of democracy. In so doing, the Editor has manifested his utter in competency correctly to appreci ate the voles of Gen. Wilson. In reply to the Editor's last question we state, that Gen. Wilson was elected by the people of Edge combe to represent their senti ments on the subject of the Con vention, k, as they had manifested by their votes a decided opposi tion to holding the Convention, it was his boundeu duty to defeat it if possible. We have urged that the vote alluded to was a truly de mocratic vote, and one of the most acceptable to his constituents (in cluding ourself of course) that the General had ever given still we are charged with shrinking from the main question. As evidence that it was also acceptable to a majority of the people of this dis trict, we adduced the votes of their delegates and this is tortured in to seeking to palliate it. Yet the Editor has accused us of want of candor and fairness. If be can produce a rote of Gen. Wilson, that was not in accordance with the will of his constituents, then we will frankly admit that it was "a manifest desertiou of principle in a democrat' But no attention is paid by the Editor to our enquiries respecting the Whig candidate. Not one particle of evidence has been ad duced of his mental or physical exertions in the cause of the peo Dle. True, we have been told , that he is "a promising young! QJ-The attention of the reader man" but are long tried, faithful j ;s directed to an able article on and approved public services byjotr f,rsl page f,.om the Globe, a candidate still in the meridian of j life, to be set aside for mere prom ising qualifications in a young and inexperienced man, in this difficult and trying crisis? The election on Thursday next must decide. CTThe correspondent of the Washington Whig appears not to be satisfied with our reply to his r i t enquiries, lie stales that the elec tion of Gen. Wilson was "so much the tvorse for the character of the county mentions several other cases instances a "county where they elect Jacks sometimes" says: he "will not further publish the disgrace of our State" and pro ceeds to "furnish instances enough out of it." We presume, from his wholesale denunciations of his fel low citizens at home and abroad, that Publicus is one of those "en lightened" patriots who deem the people unworthy to be trusted and that they are their worst ene mies. The circumstances to which he alludes transpired in this coun ty, the parlies were generally known, and all the facts and argu ments submitted to the people for their decision can a more just or impartial tribunal be selected? communicated. More matter for the reflection of "Pitt." The remarks in the Washington Whiir over the signature of Pitt, confirms us in the propriety of having referred the public mind to the agency which Gen. YViUon had in rescuing our noble river from the fangs of monopoly: For the writer asks, "How happens it that the people of Pitt never heard of this before?" Although twenty years are. well calculated to dim the memory of even a generous people, yet the people of Pitt are not so forgetful nor ignorant as the writer who assumes their name: for there are many who "can an swer this with pride." They will tell him with grateful exultation that Gen. Wilson, with their im mediate representatives, was in the front of that contest for principle; that if he had thrown his weight against them all would have been lost; that his conduct on that oc casion was long kept bright in their memories, and is .still cher ished with pride. They will tell this unworthy assumer of their name, that they are not like him "surprised" at the truth, because it tells of the public virtue which adorns indi vidual character, nor tortured by the furies of malice whenever they witness such instances; but that they delight to behold them, to honor and reward them, as traits which redeem and elevate our spe cies, They will further tell him that simply stating a fact, justly honorable to Gen. Wilson, cannot detract any thing from the merits of the members from Pitt; that no person has said they look no "steps to save their noLle river,1 or that they were "asleep," for no one doubted that they nobly did their duty. With the finger of scorn pointed at this whig detrac tor they will exclaimr "Alas! how wretched is that man who seeks to rob others of their laurels," not even to wear them himself. The people of Pitt will reflect that all monopolies are the same in prificiple; that they violate the letter and spirit of our institutions; that whether their lorm be mat 01 a Navigation Company, or of a United States Bank, their power is so much taken from the people, and is a power to tax; and when they remember their glorious tri umph in 1 81 S, we cannot believe they will abandon their principles or their friends, merely to make themselves the miserable dupes and victims of factious monopo lists, whose constant employment is to disorganize the people and derange their government. PHILO PITT. explicitly correcting the misrepre- sentations which the whig presses have urged as to the course of the recent and present Administra tions in regard to the currency. GTBy an advertisement in this paper it' will be seen, that Mr. Ry an has been dangerously ill and consequently unable to fulfil his engagements. He has postponed to the week of our Superior Coyrt exhibiting his unrivalled perfor- mances in this place, in a letter he says he intends "travelling the 3d Circuit, commencing at Martin mnntv. nn thu oo.i, nr intrust" , . . . .. -. and remarks: "for the disappoint ments I have given the inhabitants of Edgecombe, I hope my late se vere sickness will be a sufficient apology." 0L?"We learn from the Raleigb papers that, the lime of holding the proposed Editorial Conven tion in that city, has been chang ed from ihe 1st Monday in Sep tember, to Wednesday the first day of November next. This is a favorable change for those Edi tors residing in the lower section of ihe State, and doubtless will in sure a more general attendance. A hem! We fiud the following loast among those given at the re cent celebration of the 4th, at Wel don, as published in the Halifax Advocate: "Sent; the glorious seventy-five of Edgecombe; lhat gallant little band which has twice contend ed, with more than spontaneous firuess, (hey! what?) against the hosts of their country's foes; let them not abate their zeal for con stitutional liberty, and they will soon obtain a spledid triumph over the Myrmidons of power. JVathaniel Macon, We copy from the Globe and Enquirer, the following obituary notices of this venerated individual. From the Globe. From the annexed obituary no tice, it will be perceived that this pure and unbending patriot is no more. Like the State of which he was, and will ever be, justly the pride, unpretending probity, inflexible republicanism, i !ear sighted intelligence, aftd weli-poi-sed independence, (founded on self-denial and a' noble scorn of those petty indulgences & gratifi cations that emasculate the mind,) were the striking characteristics that distinguished him. To the latest hour he preserved and exer cised, for the good of his country, the influence which his long life of unswerving and discriminating patriotism acquired for him. His opinions were freely given to the late President on subjects of high import, in the trying periods of his administration, and were al ways received with the greatest consideration. In the last mo ments of General Jackson's career, he made known the gratification he felt in the results of his princi pal measures, and especially sig nalized his approbation of the stand he had taken to arrest the attempt of federalism to establish a power above the Constitution, through the omnipotence to be ob tained from an absolute control oil the currency. Mr. Macoirs expressions of sa tisfaction of the course adopted by the late administration on this subject, communicated through a letter lo a common friend, were felt by the late President as ihe most gratifying evidence of hav ing faithfully and usefully dischar ged his duty to his country. Such was his estimation of the judgment and patriotism of one whose asso ciate he had been in public service in early life, and whose principles he revered as the purest of lhat school which resisted the innova tions of Hamilton and others up on the simple pian of the Govern ment, through the corruptions of an organized moneyed influence, associated with it through a bank ing system. From the Richmond Enquirer. The Warrenton N. C. Repor ter of Saturday last, comes shrou ded in mourning for the death of one of the mosi virtuous and illus trious men, who graced our coun try. The Reporter announces me meiancnoty intelligence in me following simple terms: "It is with feelings of deep regret," he. The whole nation will sincere ly share in this deep regret. Mr. Macon was one of those patriots who fill a vast space in ihe na tion's eye. He was a long time a member of Congress from the State of North Carolina He was in the House of Representatives in the trying crisis of '98-99 and for many years afterwards. He was once Speaker of the House and he subsequently served as a member of the Senate of the Uni ted States. At all times he was the firm Republican the pure Patriot the excellent citizen the honest man. No one ever more completely realized the ele vated character of the Roman po et, "Justum et tenacem propositi virum." But we forbear we leave it to abler pens to do justice to Nathaniel Macon. He was ihe bosom friend of Jef ferson and of Madison no one was more devoted lo him, than John Randolph no one had for med a loftier opinion of him, than he did upon the most intimate ac quaintance. In the paper which he wrote for his last will in Janu ary, 1832, he leaves the following memorable tribute in honor of his friend: "To Nathaniel Macon I give and bequeath my oldest high silver candlesticks, my silver punch la dle with whalebone handle, a pair' ol silver cans with handles, and my crest engraved thereon, my hard metal dishes that have my crest of J. R. in old English let ters engraved ihereon, also the plates with the same engraving, the choice of four of my best young mares and geldings, and the gold watch by Roskell, that was Tudor's with the gold chain; and may every blessing attend him, the best and purest and wi sest man that I ever knew." (XThe Postmaster General has issued a Circular to ihe Post masters who open the Express mail, directing them not to send letters by the Express mail to the President of the United States, or any ofthe Heads of Departments, unless the postage is paid. Death by Lightning. The Mc Minniville (Tenn.) Gazette of the 1st inst. notices the death of Plea sant Henderson, Esq. at lhat place, in ihe 53rd year of his age, who was killed by lightning on the 28th June, while silting in the portico of his house. His death was almost instantaneous. The only words he uttered were, "give me some water," and he immedi ately expired. Mr. Henderson was one of the most estimable citi zens of APMinniville, and his death is much regretted. He hs left a wife and leu children lo mourn his loss. Some of our readers will recollect that Mr. Henderson was ail emigrant from North Carolina. Raleigh Standard. Alabama. The Legislature of this Stale has adjourned after a la borious session of ihree weeks. It seems lhat a relief law has been passed, which promises effectual assistance to debtors. It pro vides one, two and three years for the payment of the debts of all the Banks, and authorizes a loan of five millions of dollars for the same time, and upon an enduring basis, for the relief of individual debtors. This extension and loan, the Alabama . papers say, will place the citizens in possession of funds to pay their foreign debts by the fall, and gives assurance to creditors abroad, which will main tain the commercial character of the State. Five millions of mo ney, it is computed, will pay fifty millions of debt, whilst it will put into circulation the five millions of money now lying idle and un productive in the State. These means, aided by the promising crop now maturing, will render the pecuniary circumstances of the people of Alabama as easy as they well be. Raleigh Reg. JVew Jersey. The Legislature of New Jersey have passed a bill for the stay of execution on judg ments, wherever the prosecutor shall demand gold or silver in dis charge of the same. The "slay" to continue until he ceases to de mand specie. Also, a bill for the protection of the banks. IVilmington Adv. Trouble in Maine New Eng land boundary. In consequence of the arrest by Capt. McLaugh lin, agent of the British Crown Lands, of Mr. E. J. Greely, at Madawaska, while acting under the authority of the State of Maine; the Governor has issued a proclamation, dated June 27ih, to the militia, calling them to be in readiness to repel an invasion of the Slate by .the British authori ties of New Brunswick: The Governor says he looks to the General Government for redress. J Y. Star. Steamboat Muhroe. The nor thern papers contradict the loss of this boat. She was only lost in a fog. Globe. From Trinidad. By ihe brig Marcia, at New Haven, from Tri nidad, and 10 days from St. Tho mas, we learn that an insurrection had broke out among the black troops at St. Josephs, 8 miles from Port Spain. They assaulted ihe officers and got possession of the Arsenal; the latter rallied a force and killed 15 or 20, dispersing the rest. The Marcia brought $19,000 in specie. .V. Y. Star. Washington Market, July 18. Turpentine, new dip, $1 70; Old $1 60. Tar,$l 00. Whig. Petersburg Market, July 1 1 . Cotton No advance in prices; but some activity in ihe market. Sales at 9 to 10 cents. Con. COMMUNICATED. . tt7Elder Joseph Barnes is by appointment to preach at Cross Roads m. h. on Monday, the 31st of July; Tuesday, 1st oT August, at Log Chapel; Wednesday, 2d, at Kehukee; Thursday, 3d at Vaughan's; Friday, 4th, at Deep Creek; Saturday, 5th, at Law rence's; Sunday, Gib, in Tarbo ro'; Monday, 7th, at Williams's; Tuesday, 8th, at Falls Tar River; Wednesday, 9th, at Pleasant Hill; Thursday, 10th, at Upper Town Creek; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, at Old Town Creek; Monday, 14th, at Little Creek; Tuesday, 15th, at Gum Swamp. H?-The Rev. Alfred Norman and Benjamin Watson are expect ed by divine permission to hold a iwo days meeting on the fourth Saturday and Sunday, 22d and 23d of the present mouth, at ihp Old Church iu Tarboro. Com. To the MsessmThf S a uniform p.ici,,e in lh ,i...-. ' r "'Oil i County, and an - .. .' "". ""on of U . suit iflhesamesvs.",,, i ,Si,,n all m making the 1 the Tax list, we wn.,l,i ...... ."'"I to Jon to observe the f!i, ".Mi., ""wing REGULATION 1. t. Value mi if Land, ,in respective Districts I, "h, when practicable sinle ,J Cr'-1 acres. n,,U, 2. When the same nersin tracts in the same H.i,:. "Kf in?, vlue each separately "l ai,i' w. .n..u, me 8essirn, h nude, by Ihe Assessors of ,h( L which the residence of sajj a'Mrie 4 The Assessors slio.,1,1 maU . ,. i their appraisement HIH 5jn i( 5. The Justice should take ' , of taxable property. 1 a!e 6. Where the same person o, i, ! different districts he should I rr ' to state how many acres i fh j1'''' and if Ihe Tract, in ii.- ... ''N ,. . . mp ttl, ; are not adjoining, he shon, tipar m m a Lei tUa. ..... i 4 each tract, and the Justice shoulj them separately, specify in the of each district. c" We propose that tf,P .M5ftr the Court !1fin ! T...i... . H "i ii'iroiich to' third Monday of Anoint nexi, io av. ' if the valuation has been proimrti.,,,,,' the different districts, il not, th;t i'l'i sessors who have not observed proportion may consider wheihirp! wit! ch;ngje the same or mt. The Justices can then by refernr, Ihe different assessments fill up b;, in their list with the prop.-r va.,;j!,r' the lands given in, hut not lying jn ,. districts, iiy this cnure w- bili Ihe valmtion cm he mfriV ,,. throughout the County, an.i the in made perfect. - Assessors for District M Tarboro', July 21st. JYoticc. R. RYAN mact ructu.rlf.,!!.. r I 1Y4 the inhabitants of the MirrJJj counties where he lias been advent I perforin for the last four neeks. m not fulfilled his engagements, thai iiiu1 his neglect or forgetfulness tlmi ha,r,: vented it, but severe and ilangernn,;:. ness. He is at present, and lias the last seven weeks, con fee. ( hi()si. merits at the United Stute? lIuti-l,EJim, June 1. Mismlle Hold -::- fW HE subscriber bees leave, most p JL spectlully to inform his friends ari the public generally, that he ha? ink" possession of the above Esiablishw, formerly occupied by Rlaj. J,io. C Mount, neatly Opposite the Court Horn, And having- for some years past bnn gaed in like business, feels confirm being able to give entire satMaciiou' those who may favor l.im wiihthfirp ronage. His table will he finniihd ' the best the market tan affr.l. IIis bles are new and in good nuler, snr! be attended by the bei osileii. Sufict lo say, that nothing on his part wanting to make those comfortable may call on him. A. C. Vatilk Nashville, No. Ca. July 17th, 1SJ7. JYoticc. FOR SALE, at Tarboro, the fol inz works, bv Jas. Osbourn- Old School Sonnets, price 50 cms Present Dark and Sicklv Slate ofthe Church of Christ, 2.cf'i Fac Simile, or the Religion of New England portrayed, 12jcert f North Cflrrilma or nnrt hfrn ni'XKV ! can be received in payment ) Ajiplj Cojjleld hn- 4 July, 1S37. ism Joticc. GF.NTi.EM AN who has been in' Inr himself nn,l famitv hr sillfS "v " the pains of sickness and constant a'"1 fr.-tm fall l.rc ,-o . at II spifl'l Fr secure to himself and family the ble' f of health and a perfect exempli0" those fears, which always fnarra:t minds of persons living- in sicklv fo ments To uny genlleniau siilfri "'f ' I would sell at a moderate priff, Ji small Trad of lm (55 Acre) with a very comfortat"1 Convenient Dwelling HllSi' All necessary out houses, yard 'ni vcii, wen tnnnspu, in a nri.--moral, intelligent, and wealthy c,,',r.fj ai'uriieu immeuiaieiy " ltfrij Mr. II. Sims's to Louisbur, 3 ml'e the former. Apply to Subcrir aI som s Bridge. J, S. Sims- Nah county. Ju'y 14, JS37. . n-?Th. ut;r AHmrate '. the ubove three times and fnrwsro Corn Fans. N excellent new Corn Fn. A Mr. John Wilson, ot U"'u" .;r be liad on reasonable and ling terms, on application .11 ihi JlC!' Tarboro-, July 21.
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