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Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1840-07-27

After the cloth was removed the following foasls
were drunk -Col. Thomas NJ. Bondutant presiding,
assisted by Col. Reuben b. Patterson, George H..
Matthews, Esq. aud Col Thomas Il. Flood, as Vice
Presidents.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

The jobbers of hardware have done during the month
August better business than for several months pre-
vious in amount equal TO August of last year.
The prices Of hardware and cutlery than
ever hence larger qaont must be sold TO produce thu
same rmount in money.
Stocks large for the amount Of business doing and
the prospect is good for a lively trade during Sept
The large sales Of hardware and fancy goods Of Jacob
s. Plat of Plat street. and OF Miller Of Broad street.
of with SPIRIT owing 10 the nduccment OF long credits6
IL months many of the packages produced present
lue, but serious loss 10 the Importers no obtain
ed them some time since at high cost.
These low prices the secret Of the little improve
men evnsed in business generally The power to boil
has gone and the demand only regulates prices
A uniform currency would immediately create activity
which would improve prices but long the southern
banks remain suspended there is no prospect for It,
The dry goods business remains much the same Tho
great the iobber doing literally nothing while
small proportion doing good business In the ge-
neral msrke, there has been steady business with ge
snes begins TO slack off ltl the crops have mostly
more active and really lucrative than ever before. The
crop the past has required for transports
ton $4,000 tons than the previous This has
caused continued scarcity Of vessels and high freights in
the southern ports throughout the season The conse
quencc has been that although the cghs from Europe
here have been SMALL the voyages and home have
ragged good freghts both passages The growing crops
will be- ISIS than last years. perhaps equivalent to 10000
tons This viii not in all probability, affect any greet
fall Of freights during the year.
The quantity of Hour and wheat dey cred from the Erie
canal during the fourth week in August the places ma
med below. g follows
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07
MORNING HERALD.
o. See first page.
One Day Later from K Europe.

Ship Huntress, Captain Kenny, arrived yesterday
from Liverpool, whence she sailed on the 9th ult.
one day later than the steam ship Acadia. But she
has brought news of any consequences. In day
or two, however, a packet will arrive with SIX or
days later, and doubt very important intel
Iigencc relative to the war movements between
France and England. For late Liverpool ship news
see Marine List.
As the next packet will bring such important intel
lgence we request all the New York pilots to keep
sharp look ont for US. There is the England from
Liverpool, the Quebec from London, and Burgundy
from Havre now probably on our coast, and will ar
rive in few days. Will the da'hisg pilot boys re-
member these packets
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

ASorHHR STEAMER SNAGaED.-We regret to
have to record the snsgging of another fine boat.
The Leander, which arrived last night brings intel
ligence ofthe loss Of the Corinthian. On her pas
sage from New Orleans the afternoon of the Oath,
when at the foot Of Commerce Island, she struck a
snag and sank in about i've minutes-the water CO.
veriDg her lower deck.-The engine and furniture
will be saved, but the boat is total loss. She had
about 40 tons freight board for this place; of
which may be got out, Of course greatly damaged.
There is said to be 1000 insurance the boat
81. Louis Buiietia, dug II.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07
MONEY MARKET.
Sunday. September 6---6 PM,

The stock market yesterday exceedingly inert
Sales the board lin ited at prices which evnced
very little variation from those of Friday Delaware and
Hudson declined per cent, Harlem Railroad per cent,
stoningon per cent North American Trust and Bank
ing Co. improved per cent.
In domestic bills there some little improv ement
car in foil
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

AaUEDUcT BLOWN UP.--The aqueduct Of the
w elland Canal, which crosses Chippewa Creek,
was blown up, early on Saturday morning, with a
terrible explosion, while two schooners were in IT
one of which settled down in the chasm made by the
explosion, the other fell over on her beams ends.
The cation is of course stopped, until the dam
ages he repaired. There is every reason to sup
pose that it was the work Of the miscreant Lett,
who recently made his escape while ON his way to
the residence Of such scoundrels at Auburn. -Ro'
chester Democrat.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

VERMONT ELEcrIoN.-By returns from $50 towns
II appears that the Wing gain is 632l. There are
81 towss yet be heard from, which, when receiv-
also pretty confidently predicted that the Wings
will gain two members Of Congress. The Legisa-
ture stands as follows:-
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

sxw CoNsULs.-The following consuls OF Bel
gium have been recognized by the President y.
NJ. Moss, for Philadelphia d Bates, Boston
+. A. Dibons, Portland s. ID Walker, Batimorej
A. w. Noting, Richmond; G A. Hopley, Charles-
ton J. c. Ferrill, Savannah G. AWse, Mobile II
Mali, New York l.. F. Wheeler, Eastpsrt and J.
CaprOn. Norfolk.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

flour Philadelphia correspondent in regard to our
marks the fire in Front street. will again refer to
article he will perceive that alluded to the fire and
losses. within aweek OF two in this city exclusively.
Acorrespondent who stated in reference to the table
published on Saturday by of the of per
treasury notes outstanding that he the holder of
many as there stated, will perceive, again rocur
ring it, that is the Official statement Of the dcnomina.
tiohs issued since 2is july which time the publication
wasordered by Congress. There may have been, and
probably was much larger amount issued previous
that date bearing per cent interest.
CoirAoE or GoLp At MIST PHrLApELPHIa, FROM
Ttr lsT OF AUGUsr THE 1sT INSTANT, INCLUSIVE.
In Eagles. Ssi2e0
In Hall Eagles BslO
sil5OiO
Ofths AMOUNT, there was coined day.
In Eagles. $4,000
In Hall Eagles, 20sl0
$1,000
We have received the returns Of the State Bank Of ILL
nois ID of August 1910, which. compared with the
turn Nov 26 1882 the period Of suspension, fol-
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

The population Of the town of Paterson New Jer-
sey according to the just taken, is 59S. In
February, 1885, when the census of the town was
taken, Paterson had population of ,O4S, showing
falling fin two years of l45O persons. The Pater-
son Inteiligencer says:-
This great falling off in population in the short
space Of two years. be attributed to nothing but
the general prostration of business since that time
large number of our best mechanics, with their
families have been compelled to leave town in search
of employment elsew here. and large portion Of
those who yet remain with us, are lying entirely
IDLE.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

Exposition OF A CABMAs.-We were witness,
on Saturday, to gross imposition by the driver of
cab No. 40 on young lady living in this ward, the
daughter Of highly respectable hotel Keeper. She
rode froru the North American Hotel, in the Bowery
70 the Second Ward Hotel in Nassau streat. The
driver charged her 81 cents. hack would have
only charged Is cents. If that driver is not dis
missed, we caution every one against riding in his
cab.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

GENERAL Sssncss.-The September Term
opens this day with very heavy calendar, consist
ing Of above one hundred eases. The follow
ing is summary Of the charges Grand Larceny,
81; Petty Larceny u; Assault and Battery, IL;
Disorderly Conduct, p; Abandoning a Wife, Il;
Burglary, 3; Robbery, 2; Rape, i; Assault with in
tent I; Forgery, s; False Pretences, I; Receiving
Stolen Good, I; Perjury. I; Bigamy, l; Arson, I.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

UREKA The new stes uer lately built by Will
liam Brown, and called the " Ureka" has made her
appearance on the North River. II is said, that in
going from this city 10 Albany, she will consume
but three cords Of wood This must effect the price
Of passage.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

o. Let the streets be thoroughly eleansed, or We
shall have severe sickness after the late rain
Every one is c ,mplsiuing.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

Destructive FRE.-On Friday, about O'Clock
p. NJ, the new and splendid mansion OF Samuel
Thomson, Esq, situated at Mount Washington,
near King.bridee, caught fire, from the uupardon-
able negligence Of a person employed to repair
leak in the roof He left timers coal stove, with
FIRE, exposed, while he absent for an hour, and
on returning found the top Of the magn cent ediice
in flames. The fire spread with srea, rapidiiy, I'M
ill the whole building was reduced to the ground
This house was Just finished, and occupied by Mr..
Thorn son, who spared no pains or expense TO make
il an ornament TO the island and tho banks OF the
Hudson. We regret to say that the loss, which is
about s25,O)o is no, in any way covered by in'ur-
| ance.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

This return like all those of the suspended banks in.
die aes real deterioration in Standing There has appa.
reny been Transferred from the discount TO
suspended det s5s 500 - per Of the whole cap.
tel ofthe bank appears also that the bank has paid
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

CorroN.-T There has been less doing during the past
few days; holders, however, continue 20 demand hgher
rates and sales have been made ~ advance Of &c er 10
Accounts Of damage done 10 the by wceher insects
and floods, pouring from ailquartcrs IN many cases
these reports without the sghcs, oundation and IN
all greatly exaggerated Many letters from DISTINGUISHED
persons that IL s their impression that the crop will
no, f much short Of last wear The baycra, usual,
are eNaggcraing the crop, and the planters state that Il
will fall short % per cent In the extreme southern ports
the buyers have mostly LEFT the cities The stocks are
verv small and consequently the transactions unimpor
tan Tho following ISIS table Of stock sales prices, and
Co, "a, vrcel the date nit
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07
Died.

On SATURDAY evening aer short and severe Illness Mar
gsre. wife # D1rgal NcQavg.
The friends ~ ht family in,i funeral bis
afternoon at o'clock ,f Of Montgomery and Henry
street.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

DsPLoRABLE CAsUALIrY.-On Saturday, lit
tie before day break, the Swan steamer, from Am
boy was coming up the bay, and when near Ellis
Island, she ran over small boat, containing Mr..
Norman Wood, son Of Mr.. Wood, broker in Wall
street, and boy. whose name we could not learn
The steamer was Immediately stopped, the boats
lowered, and every possible exertion made to save
them, The boy was soon rescued, without sustain
ing any injury Of consequence. but Mr. Wood, it is
supposed, was struck by the wheel, and immediate
" killed. Upto a late hour last night, no notice
had been received by the Coroner, or his deputy OF
the recovery of the body. The captain, crew, and
passengers Of the Swan are deserving the most un-
qualified praise.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

o. Fanny El.sler play. in Boston for the frs
time tonight.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

Pans THEArRE Power plays MAJOR O'Doush-
erty, and Morgan Rather A great treat.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

CH,rHhs THFArRE.-This night Mr. Browne,
Of the best actors for both the legitimate, and
the illeitmate drama we have left, makes his bow
TO the audience this elegant and fashionable re-
sort Of the wor.hipres Of Thaha. To dilate on the
merits of Mr.. b, would be work Of supersrega.
tion. lie il known to every piaygoer. and al ays
appreciated. To do honor to his temperance,
Thorne has revived the grand melo drama Of Blue
Beard, in which the charming Mrs T. plays one Of
the Bashaws wives II win be great treat to the
lovers Of spiee aud spectacle.
Dt. Robinson has got out caricature Of large
cock growing entitled " Tell Chapman 60 Crow 4"
7, is not good /; and II Chapman or Robinson cant
crnx bet er than thnt ,heY had hatier not lIK
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07
Married.

Et0frleU.
AZ Prpcstor, on Tuesday morning. SEPT ist, by be Hv
David comfort, Nr James Rutherford, e Brsosyn T. 10
Misc Mar,res " Guek daughter a. jacob Guieh, ESQ OF
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

( EurERPEss yocALrsTs.-It affords much pleasure
to that these highly popular and talented vocal
will give by general consent another Concert at the
Asor House tomorro evening. The programme is 60
morally Of different character from the last and the uni
veral applause bestowed these gentlemen, by most
crowded end fashionable audiences induce 10 antc
pate a similar reception tomorrow evening The best
Judges of music have paid just and aerng compliments
Vocal harmony that only be acquired by
fine ear, perfect science, and unity Of feeling.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

Had this bank continued pay .pecet could have paid
all IFS debts promptly and easily, without having curtaed
its facilities business to any greater extent than has
tually been the She would in that case however,
have been unable make those loans the state and the
commissioners which have been profitable to her at the
expense of the public. Her bills at higher rate
of discount in Louisville than those of the Ohio Indiana,
or Kentucky banks.
The total liabilities OF the bank are S32o64Ia
Of which It's circulation is NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. 2ss45re
The banks OF the extreme west with the exception Of
the bank of Missouri all been conducted the ire
deemable system the failure of the United States
Bank The following is the statement of the specie and
circulation Of some Of the leading banks;
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

JAMAICA az this moment. but for the occasional
burst Of the Baptist party, is entirely free from
citeuent Of say kind. Never were we more quiet T;
we want labor only 10 again render our island happy
and prosperous.
FArAL DurL.-The New Orleans Bee % the n h
nit save sc An affair of honor took Place Yesterday
morning between two gentlemen Of this city The
weapons employed were pistols and we regret IN
ay that the duel terminated fatally, OF he par
tics having been mar,ay wounded.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

TRINiDAD.-A meeting Of the Agricultural and
Immigration Society was held the 9th ~ July. az
which the report was read. showing that 2l02 inn
migrants from the United States and elsewhere had
arrived since the 9th of April, 1899 The immi-
grants from the u. :. are highly spoken Of as dis
tinsuished for neral conduct, great intelligence and
perseVernr industry.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

lly. CHATHAM THr.TRE.-A tremendous bill is an
the triumphant Chatham this evening, and we
will insure ammed house The oriental drama Of" Blue
Board got up in style of extraordinary spendor, with
Browne as Shuesbac, and Mrs Thorne Fatima; the
laughable and popular farce of "My Wife and my Old
Umbrella" with Browne Gregory Grizzlies dance by
Master Wood, and new dramatic spectacle with new
scenery by Duke White and music, arranged by
the celebrated Williamson, called the "Courer OF the
Ocean or the Black Tower Of FL Hari" comprise the
evenings ailments.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

no VAuyHALL GARDEN.-Ihe young darkey, Rather
takes his benefit this evening" which concludes his
gagement this place His bill fare very attractive,
and il his extraordinary breakdowns don't bring him
bumper then miss our guess By-the-bye he dances
entire dance tonight called the Kentucky fxins
which he displays extra double shuttle heel and
toe vements. He stands up head in Negro dancing.
Young Miss Ritter appears in number OF songs and dan.
Report speaks volumes for her. Also Mr. j. Henry
the deneator of Yankee excentrioes, and imtator Of
Mr. Charles Mathews and others. Whtock and Gardener
in the serenade, and a number Of songs dances. sc.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

Su cIpE.-A maker Of cigars committed suicide
Yesterday morning, at his boarding house, corner
of Sprin. and Greenwich streets. The miserable
man extracted the juice from quantity of tobacco,
which he swalowed and it terminated his existence
in a very brief space. His name was James Braden,
said to be native of England.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-09-07

Senate
House
The pilot and transcript. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1840-1841, 1840-12-10
BOSTON MARKETs-Dec. S.

PoT ASHES advanced TO SIC, with good demand.
CoFFER-Saies of the week 5000 $500 bags st Do
mngO, Jacmel and Port Prince, part taken for
port, at &c; 1900 1900 bags Porto Cabeo, 10t
lie; $50 bags Java government at l3c, and cargo,
1910 per Is, No Rio in market 50 bags st Do
mngo, partially damaged, at 6le per Id, mos.
CoTToE-Sales about 1900 baes for good qualities
l0i l2lc for New Orleans, 10 II for Upiand-9OO
bales Mobile fine sold at l2c per lb, 6 mos
LoGwooD-Sales of IS tons st Domingo L0gwooS to
the trade at $685. 100 do for export 924; 25 tons Cam
peachy at price not public.
90 tons Sapan Wood sold S45; sales of Rio de Ia
Hache Wood at $4O Nicaragua do at 936; Lima do at
$780, Maracaibo FusuC Sl8, and Cuba at 1923 per tom
months.
Sales f475 bales Sarsapana at 1sc; 20 cases Shell
lac llc Fumere Root &c; Otto Roses 90 %; Nutgalls
2Oc; Ombro Nader 1910 per ID, 6 mos. Gum Copal
was scarce and higher. Castor Oil also scarce, last
sales 80 per gall.
MACKEREL is higher again, and butvery few in mar
ket sales of No /, 1850; No Q, 1926 1885, No s.
81, ard small No 3, S. per bbl cash.
FLOUR-There was little heaviness in the Flour
market caused by the large arrivals but prices were
not affected. Ohio Flour in demand, and not much in
! market-sales at 5,25 5,il, cash.
HRMP-Clean ct gao, outshot $3.50, Hnd lot OF half
clean at price not public.
HIDES AND SKMs-l0O0 Porto Cabslo Hides atl4gc
per ID. 6 mos C at Skins more enquired for. and
! about all the Madras in market sold
INDIGo-55 cases sold to go to New York at price
not public.
Lead-sales of6'1 pigs Missouri al SC lib, 6m.
| MoLAssEs-Sales of 1900 hhds Havana and Matanzas
for distilliRg, at J9c gal, en-
| QUA sale Of ll0e bbs crude Sperm to nanu(actu-
rers, at l,06 gal, Gun. No Olive in market. Nothing
| done in Linseed.
RIoE-sales of $50 300 tierces Carolina at2s 7-s
! Id, and 6.n.
| SUaARs-SaIes of about 1900 boxes Havana brow
for refining and to the trade, u &c; parcel sold
for export short price; 100 boxes white Zoe b ON
704 bags Manila arrived, and sold for refining alto H.
6m Sales of Cassia in small par GELS 33c; l000O6bt
Ginger Root at d; 400 bags PImento, sac, and 40t
bags Pepper 20 60 out the market, &c ID, 6m.
TEA-The advance consequent on the late accounts
from Canton fully sustained; 900 chests Ninyong Sol
ch6ng per Lotus, sold at 75c lib, en-.
WooL-The market was quiet, and no large salet
made.
The pilot and transcript. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1840-1841, 1840-12-10
pos PPOHEBTENT

OF THE WING CELEBRATION.
At meeting of the General Committee Of Arrange
ments held 90 Tuesday Evening the 9Th instant the
following resolutions were unanimously adopted:
RRsoLvED,-Thatthe inclemency of the weather reh-
ders it nezpedent at this time to carp the resou
tons of the Standing COMMITTEE of the TippecanOe
Clubs which proposeda public Celebration on Thurs
day the 10th instant, of the victory achieved BY the
Wings ofthe Union in the recent Presidential election.
REsoLvED-That a Committee of one member from
each delegation BE- appointed to correspond with Gen.
WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON, and invite him to
visit our city such time, prior 10 the 4h sfMarch
next as may suit his convenience, and that the conem
plated celebration be postponed until that time.
REsoLvRD-That the President be authorized to con
vene this Committee whenever he may deem meeting
necessary.
Published by order of the Committee
ALEXANDER GOULD, Jr.
LEVI FAHNESTOCK,
40 Secretaries.
The pilot and transcript. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1840-1841, 1840-12-10

SOMETHING NEW!-CARD PRINTING, on
y the newly improved patent FLY PRESS, capable
of printing 5000 Cards per Hour, at MURPHY'S GEN
ER.7L PRINTING ESTABLISHMENT, No. !4o
Market street, few doors below the Bank OF Baiti-
more. The undersigned, DESTROYS OF anerdlns e GU
other cities has at very great expense, procured one
of those beautiful Presses which, from its construction,
is capable printing greater number oil eafds IN 81
ven time, than any other.
NV assortment of Fancy Job Type, Flowers, Sc
COMPRISES every variety in this country to which
every new style Ofetter will Immediately be added,and
no pains or expense spared to furnish customers with
neat article, at exceedingly low prices.
JOB PRINTING, of every description, executed IN
the neatest manner, at very moderate prices
o16 81 JOHN MUhfH1'
The pilot and transcript. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1840-1841, 1840-12-10
E1UUK's PANACEA COUNTER
FEITED.
TO THE PUBLIC.

4
Il SENSE Of duty TO myself as well as 10 the pup
"A H., induces mt to state that my Panacea has bees
countcriited to considerable extent, and that large
quantities of It have been sold in New YORK, Pmlaoea-
mia and Pittsbnrg. The bottles containing me me@-
cine as well as the stereotyped bills which cover eaeh
bottle has been so neatly and closely copied by moeo
engaged in counterciting them, that II dneut 10 oS-
tect Them and which indeed can alone be done DY
cr,,cal examination. As to the spurious Panacea, rs
a most wretched and deleterous COMPOUND, calcnis-
ed 10 do as il doubtless has done, great INJURY 10 me
constitutions of those who may be 50 unfortunate as 70
use it, II there be any thing within the range Oh hunA
action m.,re immoral wicked than another,
where an unprincipled being jeoPardS the heah ana
lives of his fellow creatures as in the present INSTANCE
Tor filthy Iucre and palms upon them as genuine metz
cine Of universal putaton for its sanatVe quaiy,
most ylainous counterfeit, whose constituent proper
es instead of possessing the power OF curing tehu oS
To deceive and blight the hOoes ofthe inVaO, NOT pee
man, Mt. to desroy his health .,..,,
Having discovered the author and agents In this INIT
rons fraud upon the public, well as upon my own m
erests and being Influenced by a sincere desire 10 PN
nish the aggression Of the former, and throw be paS
ply of ufotecton around the latter caused some Week
since suits 10 be Instituted in the u states Court tof
Philadelphia against the parties concerned 1T s hesa
Tio,ls affair regular reports of which when adudicaeo
will be published for the public information, and TO Warn
the unpnciped against the danger OF depredatg upr
he rightof others, and Of periag human health;
nl2 Il JhCOD IICOOA-
The pilot and transcript. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1840-1841, 1840-12-10

either Of the nations to which they belong, en-
gagged in the commercs Of that region. submit
to your judgments whether this Government,
having been the first to prohibit, by adequate pc
rallies, the slave trade-the first to declare it pi-
racy,-should not be the frat, also, to forbid to
its citizens, all trade with the slave factories on
the coast OF Africa; giving an example to all ma
tons in this respect, which, if fairly followed,
cannot fail to produce the most effective results
in breaking up those dens of iniquity.
M. VAN BUREN,.
WASHINGTON, December 5, 1910.