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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1839-04-02
M ItIS

Departed this life the pa of March, in the 2!s gear
the residence his iarcr the of Mathews BEs
rDGIss, after short bnt aud painful
nrsslt has rarely ALLEN the lot the
well calculated NIL his heart with
and esrr u is at all Tunes, and under ccumsances sad
and painful duty The death Of end but
dered douhy when that freud Unexpectedly and suddenly
'hchcd away the bloom youth and in the full OF III
ure usefulness fths young may truly ud there
was every thing bind him this ~ and he possessed
ne degree qualification OF heart and of head cndea him
to ms numerous relatives and friends He high minded honor
DUE" ana generous amost TO fault his feelings lie Possessed
nH o hne strength and Indeed he the soace end
comfort OF the declining OF his excellent parents aud OBJ
ct iona regard and nigh expectations his circle
friends Long viii they the loss OF this youn.
suddenly and so mstcous hurried away from the busy
world which he seemed so well suited by Nature ado.n.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1839-04-02

of the counties of Bedford and franklin, in the next
General Assembly of Virginia.
On motion of Capt. Nelson A. Thompson, the meet.
ing was organized by calling COL James s. billiard TO
the Chair, and appointing Teisha W billiard, Sec'ry
The meeting being informed that a Delegation from
lis Republican friends Of franklin, was in attendance,
to consult with il the nomination Of a candidate for
the Senatorial district, On motion, the Chair appointed
the following gentlemen a committee 10 confer with The
delegates from franklin on the nomination of candi-
date for the district, viz: Col. William A. White Capt
Nelson A. Thompson, Capt Jesse Jeler, Capt Thomas
Preston, Capt Robert h. Coleman, Mai. Tandy K Jones,
COL Ed. Williams jor Lewis C. Arthur, aud Captain
John P. Chiffon
After retiring few minutes for that purpose the
committee returned and reported that their conference
resulted in the unanimous nomination of Maj. John M
Holland Of Franklin, which concarred in by the
meeting.
On motion, Resoirsd, That committee of eight be
appointed by the Chair, 10 propose The meeting the
names OF TWO suitable persons candidates for this
county.
Under this resolution the following gentlemen were
appointed, viz; Capt John P. Chiffon, Uriah Hatcher,
Caleb Norveil, Moi 7 K. Jones, Capt. Milton J James,
Isaac james, VIM. A. Adams, and Benjamn H. Mans.
field
The committee having retired for short time return.
ed and reported the names Of Col Edward Williams
and Capt John Z. Chiffon
The question then taken on the adoption Of the
report and il received The unanimous concurrence of the
meeting.
Rcsolred That his meeting pledges itself to support
its several nominees, and will use all honorable meuns
to secure their e cton.
RssoIred That we viii support :he reelection Of the
Hon. Archibald Stuart, our late worthy and able Repre-
sentative in Congress.
Resoired, That the proceedings Of this meeting be
signed by The Chairman and Secretary, and forwarded
to the Editors of the Lynchburg Vrgnan, and Rich.
mond Enquirer, with request, that they publish the
same IN their papers.
JAMES s BILLIARD, Chairman.
TER. w. DILLARD, Secre,ary
THE "Orassss were present. nv consented to become ca"d
d:ies.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1839-04-02
EMT THORN, Dentist, assistant Of NJ. Levett, 2GO
w O BrnadwaY. New York. respecllnIy informs The

ENT THORN, Dentist, sssistan, Of ~. Leyeti, 2G0
w Broadway New York, respectfully informs the
citIzrns of Richmond that his office is al Mr. DuvaIs
Powlaian House-Rnon 50, basement story. Fer the
opinion of The New York Press read The following:
(From me Courier and Enquirer IF December 70, 1886
DeRiistyy.it is not often that permit ourselves 10
speak in Terms Of euogy of discoveries subjects which
do not come within province. We have not sufh.
cent knowledge do il in the first place. unless indeed,
tie object be visible tangible, and this the in
the presen, instance Mr. NJ Leyett, surgeon dentist,
No. 2GO Broadway. who arrived some time since from
London. has brought with him new method which he
has put successful practice here, OF supplying the loss
of real teeth by artificial Ones without the use OF any
accessories such gatures springs pegs now in or
binary use is the operation when completed follow
ed by any Inflammation or pain. He can best describe
his me nod himself We will, however, add that one
Lady whom he has provdsdwIth set of these very
cessary embellishments is delighted with them, that
she has permitted him 10 refer enquers 10 her. who DO
not apply from idle curiosity, bet VITA view OF
prnGiing by the conviction an actual examination will
produce But for this latter circumstance should not
have alluded 10 the sub ec
From the Es.ning STAR June Il. 1887
Dcntsiry.-The Courier d Enquirer, and tie Mirror,
both have referred TO principle in the construction
of artificial teeth by MIR Levet. Surgeon Dentist 2GO,
Broadway, which requires than ordinary attention
because il is remarkable for It's novelty and rlIi',y The
complicated machinery Of springs, gatures gold plates,
&C.. &C. oil dispensed with, and atmospheric pres
sure substituted, which enables The artificial substitute
TO be used with perfect for all purposes OF firm mas
iica,on without any unpleasant metallic taste from The
metal or complication in the management OF springs
and machinery. The Mirror notices this improvement
from the fact that "a gentleman of this city lost all his
upper teeth but one, and his lower jaw exceedingly
deficient its mastcalve powers being only garnshed
with few front teeth; he could not chew his food With
any comfort and his facility OF uteance was consldera
bly, impaired A few days ago saw him looking
quite young, with handsome set of teeth which ap-
peaed quite natural and enabled him to perform all the
functions for which they are destined wilh ease ana
grace and in just The manner as If he had never
lost one
Dentistry is delicate operation, and never should be
neglected either in male female, conservator OF
beauty and freshness, and whenever such an improve
nen is noticed the public should call on the DENTIST and
have the principle clearly explained which we learn will
he done with pleasure by Dr.. LeSett.
Anil 1868
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PyTfRssrRG. March ~ 1899
10 l-c LoLsrs If TIE Scua,nriaL LLis-is a.aA D..

~ :. r.. lsIFRsscHG, march ~, 1889.
fors RI the Senatorial District of 9,neiia Po,r
h0'aa' Che~teJfsId, and tie toscn of Petcrsburg
r. oehtmen-l received on yesterday. at Chesterfield
Iyu'' me proceedings OF two Wing Meetings lately
bel" IN 'he counties Of Powhatan aad Ameila and a
.o",n'iuee o. one held in my own county, waited on
'"e al .ou't oil informing that had been unani
enc asa proper person 10 represent Sena
w., S.a Dsuc' Tor The next four years. have taken
s as Inc most convenient way ofrep!yng 10 all three
u.c e nope that 1t will be acceptable and re-
r.SuI' as any other had expected that should not
Oe before The people for any stallion whatever, and
R, 80 expressed myself to intimate friends
b..n me hms The ray, and those by ,ehom have lately
s'nc.tec had caused to d,re TO hesitate and 10
.o"ssuer Tor day or two This have done, and have
20 Inc subject the fullest, airest and mos, eompre
Isee reflections that could-and have come to the
~ tor reasons strong, important and irresisti.
o mat cannot accept the nomination. and am there.
not candidate. highly value, and sincerely feel
s,n!eiol Tor the kind ard friendly way in which the COM
ocatons have heen made 10 me, and much la,tered
we frequent applications Of many in the Dis
"''' And am gentlemen, your friend.
~ w. r JOHNSON
Inc foregoing is copy of The letter Of Mr. Johnson
P''!'shed in the Wing Of the 10Th of Murch.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1839-04-02

- 1tsIt7N0y 7VUst y
We have no room for yesterdays proceedings OF the
Legislature. Much business done in the House
but none OF very particular importance. Twelve en-
being introduced, Mr. Watkins expressed an opinion,
that 1t was too lae in the session to introduce any new
buslness-and the resolution nega,iYed bill for
taking The sense Of The people of King William about
removing The seat OF Justice was Indefinitely postponed
The Senate was much occupied on the Bank Bill
They finally determined TO adhere 10 the restriction
The Banks not issuing notes less than SlO-The BILL
when returned the House. acted upon during
the Days Sesson.-The House dispensed with its
Fveninp Session
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HUBBARU. GARDNER 81 CO.

HUBBARD, GARDNER AZ CO,
BEASE received and opening their SpIns supply
" Shoes. Boots, Bats, Leather and Offer SALE the
mos, favorable terms, city ard country dealers.
mems lire sewed aud pessed oorees md Shoes
Trh and bound sewcd und 10 ~
50 TO do moro, seal and cali shin Pumps
100 do do fine calf and scat skin sewcd 2nd pcg.ed
Books
20 10 DO cOafsc pc2Gcd water Boots
ladies' lid anh French ties and Victoria Slippers
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$50 DO meas black, fur, and SILK Hats
$50 d" do Lrab, beaver and brush 10
80 do do black and drab wool DO
1890 dozen mems aud boys palm leaf Hats
2OGO common size wrapping Paper
800 do double do TO do
300 do fancy colo cd wrapping and ten Paper
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loo black and bride Filings and MaERsaes
l.b nests hair and seal Trunks
iuzcn Swiss and french Calf skins
50 Philadelphia AID y. York do
20 TO Boot Moro. aud Seal SKINS
80 do white aud cOurcd Lining skins
~ do striped BinLin. Skins
go sides and russell upper Leather
1000 do Sole Leather
$500 lbs Shoe Thfead
1900 lbs wrapping TwiGe
April 2 I'o--Vi
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A GARD

u Members Of The Legislature respectfully in.
ylied to examine The Portrait Of oshingon which may
he found for this day only, in the Lobby This is IN.
doubtediy the most accurate cheap sri beautiful like
ness at the Father Of his country which has ever been
published; and It hoped that the liberal and patriotic
will award the artists, by whom hos been gotten up a
lar for The great labor and attend.
ing It's pnhIIcallon subscription paper amy be found
with the Print and Members respectfully rporesed
to ra9e their address this day, The Agent will leave
the city tomorrow lherames wN Le pecEed in per.
fccGY secure manner
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Hsry VaiuaJle Property for Sale.

FTy VHIud0le Property J0T odle
NN7lLL be sold, on the premises, on Monday, the
w sth day of April inst, 10 the highest bidder that
desirable property in the city of Richmond formerly the
residence Of John G. Blair Esq, fronting on n and
streets 1l6 feet, and on 18th street 800 feet.
The con,guty Of this property TO the business part OF
the city, its to the Capitol and its retired and
healthy situation, make it most desirable location Tor
private resdences and we'll worthy the attention Of those
who wish 10 make settlements in the city.
The terms OF payment will be l-4h ready money, or
satisfactory note a, 90 days; the balance in equal in
s,almen,s of G. l2 and Is months with nterest-to Sc
cne which, deed Of trust the property will be re-
CURED.
The premises will be sold in body divided into
lots as may be determined al the SALE Sale to commence
at o'clock in The afternoon.
JAMES ROBERTSON.
.3gent Bank United States.
WIN A. MCFARLAND,
President Farmers Bank.
,uo 1861
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COMMUNICATED.
A CARD.

Inc following notice, in the Enquirer Of the 10Th in
ssn has just fallen under my eye:
poll will be taken at the next election of Dele
gaze Tor the county Of Cumberland for John Wilson
., lose not moment in saying, and ! am sorry to be
uousea 10 say 1t through the columns of newspaper,
"a' mat notice was given without my knowledge or
or even the remoest surmise, on my part, that
'"y such thing intended.
40 man can feel more indebted or more grateful than
w. 10 the People Of Cumberland, for the evidences of
st confidence and favor received in past time; and
specially for their indugent and generous appreciation
- my very poor, though faithful services, during the
*" years IN which their representative but the
rC"Har situation Of MY affairs, and pressure of
gemens, of an E1eoatorio misunderstanding
i I'Hch OF my time and compelling to frequent and
s continued absence from home-render it impossible
e 70 give any portion of time attention to public
'"es beyond the limits the county of Cumberland.
JOHN P. WILSON
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FOR THE ENC UIRER
The candidates major Garland and General Gordon)
for Congress for the Albemae District addressed the
people the last Ahers Court and having interest
in The representation Of that district, OF course gave
attention. order TO understand the political tenets
of the two candidates General Gordon the first
10 open the ball. which he did in beautiful speech Of
about two hours in length About half of his speech
consumed in discussing the merits of the lndepend-
ent Treasury which he did in able and ingenious
manner; aud although disagree with him in regard 10
the OF that scheme must confess, that when
he had given history Of his political life and closed his
remarks compelled 10 say to myself sin your cha
racter are combined all the requisites of representa-
ve-honesly, 6mness, boldness independence and abb
ty." There question which the General
appeared TO desire to conceal his opnion but on
the contrary, expressed his opinions boldly and freely
upon all the important political topics, which have sepa
rated parties and agated The country from the time OF
Washington down to the present period. Yes, Mr. Edi.
tor General Gordon possesses that character which emf
nenty BELTS him the representative OF free and in
dependent people. He took occasion during the can
vass also 10 declare, that he Whig that their
doses were too severe for him to swallow that they were
too strong for his constitution He also gave US 10 un-
ders,and, that he should support Martin Van Buren, for
!ne next Presidency, IN preference to Henry Gay VINO
Bank, Tariff and Internal improvement man, all of
which measures the General believes are al war with
the Constitution, the supreme law of the land
Maj Garland followed, and consumed about two hours
10 labonred Speech in which, apparently he endeaVored
to define his positions yet, in reality he carefully rvoid.
ed doing it. He haped much upon the financial schemes
of the day, but who'll committa upon the most
important question which he desired 10 pill
Cit mean the next Presidency. The Major evidently
endeayored to unite the Wing and Conservative votes
upon him. and thereby secure his reelection. But, MIR.
Editor would have the Major TO know that there are
MANY good and true Conservatives who dsdan any al
lance whatever with The Wings, and will support
who wants independence enough to express his opinion
on any subject for fear that he would thereby Tail in his
ambitious views. The mode in which he has endeavor.
ed 10 en,rap the Conservatives is in my humble judg
mcn,, devoid of all ingenuity Tho Major said, that as