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HoNfBS, BRUSHES, AND PERFUMERY.-
l , We have Just returned from the North with an
extensive assortment Of the aboye-named articles,
and are now ready to supply our customers with
the best and freshest Perfumery, consisting of Po-
matums, Ok Marrow, and Oils for beautifying and
promoting the growth Of the hair; Cold Cream,
Lip Salve, Bay Rum, Farina Cologne, Lubin's Ex-
tracts for the handkerchief with great variety OF
English and French Hair Brushes.
Also. Shell, Buffalo, and Horn dressing, tuck, and
side Combs; Nail and Tooth Brushes; very fine
article of Purses, all of which we are determined
to sell cheaper than the cheapest
s. PARKER'S Perfumery and
Fancy Store bet. 9th and 10th streets,
Pennsylvania avenue. nov Aft
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Nov 11-3m

y w. BATES, MERCHANT TAILOR, Penn
III, Syluana apenue, near WT Department.
Would respectfully call the attention OF the citl
zens of Washington and Georgetown, to his stock
Of fall and winter Goods of the.ates importation,
consisting Of Cloths, Cassmeres and Vestings, which
he will make up to order in style not to be sur
passed in the District, and upon terms which cam
not fail to suit the purchaser.
He has also a good assortment of fancy articles,
such as Stocks, Suspenders, Scarfs, Gloves, &C.,
which he will sell at low prices. nov Slim
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IFThe Committee having control ofAhis paper
are requested to meet in the room Of Selby Parker
Esq, at o'clock, on Saturday. dec Is
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EDWARD M. DREW s. J. A. STEPHENSON
U having entered into copsrtnershp for the pur-
pose of carrying on the tailoring business in al its
various branches, would respectfully inform their
friends and the public generally, that they may be
found on Louisiana avenue, few doors east of
Seventh street, and Immediately in front of the
Bank of Washington. We inyte1all who wish to
have their garments made up in a superior and
worhmanlike manner, to give us a call, as we are
determined not to be surpassed BY any establish
ment in the District.
Nov 20-lm
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PARMELE Gate Dopcr s. PAnMrLr) takes

IT PARMELE Gate Dopoe s. PARMEIE) takes
LIZ this method of announcing his return to
Washington City. He can be seen as usual at his
residence on Pennsylvania avenue, between 9th
and 10th streets For the satisfaction of those
unacquainted with him he would ofterthe following
Testimonials -
FromJ. Smith Dodge, Esq, Of .Neto York City.
New YoRK, November |, I945.
In resigning my Dental Office in the city Of
Washington to my former partner, l.. Parmele, /
feel pleasure In saying to my friends and acquain-
tances IN the District, that they will find him an
honest man, a COOP Dentist, and one who is loved
and respected most by those who know him best,
J. SMITH DODGE, Bond Street, n. Y.
From Isaac l. 1ibbals, Esq, of Baltimore
BALTIMORE, October 9th, lS45.
take pleasure in recommending DR.. H. Far
mele as possessing, in my judgment, superior skill
and ability for the duties of his profession, and do
so with great confidence, as my long acquaintance
with him has afforded me many opportunities Of
witnessing the success Of his operations, and my
own teeth after lapse of several years since
ayailng myself of his professional services, attest
ISAAC l. TIBBALs.
From Tie Rer. C. W. EUerest, Of Connecticut
REcToRY GRACE CHURCH,
Hanaden, Conn, J,ly2l, I845.
For nearly three years past | have been well
acquainted with DIR. l.. Parmele. During this
period have had opportunity Of seeing much Of
his work, and have several times enjoyed the ben
eft of his professional services kno,c him to be
superior Dentist-and can therefore most cheer
fully recommend him TO any who may stand in
need of such aid as it is his business to render
As gentleman, also, he is worthy of all conf
dence; and doubt not he will receive at the hands
of an intelligent Public that patronage to which
his talents and his worth entitle him.
G.. w. EVEREST. Il
From The Hon. Noah a. Philips, late Secretary Of the
State Of Connecticut,
MDpLETowN, Conn,
September 81, 1S45.
DIR. l.. Parmele resided some time in this city,
following the practice of Dentistry. He is a
worthy citizen, and sustalns high reputation in
the line of his profession. From my knowledge
of the man, his standing in society," and professional
skill, take much pleasure in recommending him
to the favor and patronage Of the public
NOAH A. PHELPS.
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IF The District Assembly will meet on Satur-
day, 2Oth inst, at the room of DR.. Howard, 18th
street, at half-past o'clock. Punctua attendance
is desirable business Of Importance is to be trans
acted ULYSSES WARD,
dec l8- President.
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TTOUSES FOR RENT ON FOUR-AND-A-
III HALF STREET.--Two houses containing
SIX rooms each, they have been renting for Sl5 per
month, but to good tenants will now take sl3 per
month. dec Aft ULYSSES WARD.
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~ There will be General Prayer Meeting,
tonight, at the Methodist Protestant Church, 9Th
street. The Church and public generally are in
vited to attend. dec lS-
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yJ,HE CHEAPEST BOOTS AND SHOES IN

y
Washington are sold on Pennsylvania are,te,
t,co doors east Of 10Th street, and mistake Remem
Der that, shoe-wearng community. If any man,
woman or child doubts the truth of the above state
ment, our answer to such persons is, call and you
win be convinced that the declaration we have
made is no mere 1ow Of idle words, but Of truth,
stern matter of fact
Having recently received large and additional
supply Of goods, our stock is complete, embracing
all kinds Of Ladies' and Gentemen's Boys and
Youths and Misses and Childrens Boots, Shoes,
Slippers, &c. Likewise, an extensive assortment
of Mems coarse Boots and Brogans, which we offer
for cash cheaper by far than the cheapest. We are
both bachelors, and, our expenses are inconsid-
erablc we can afford, and will be content to sell,
with the smallest profits.
A word to the wise is said to be sufficient there
fore, we will conclude by simply inviting old and
young rich and poor bond and free to call at Store
No 2 from 10th street, Varnum's row, Pennsyva-
mia avenue.
The Peoples obedient and thankful servants for
past patronage and candidates for future favors
MOORE s. DOUGLASS.
N. B. Ladies waited on at their residences, mea-
sure taken, shoes made and sent home when de-
sired. dec l5-7t
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Ts- The FREE.uE.N"S VIGILp4NT TOTAL
.aBSTLN'EN'CE SOCIETY meets every Thursday
Evening, at o'clock, and Sunday Jleraoon, at 3
O'Clock, at the Hall of the FRANKLIN f'mE Cow
pANY. Teetotalers Of every name, and the public,
are invited to attend
GEO. SAVAGE, President
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I5 The District assembly Of United Brethren
of Temperance of District of Columbia, are re-
quested to meet at Mrs. Martins School-room,
Navy-yard, Friday evening, 10Th inst, at o'clock,
for the purpose of organizing Association No. 2
Junior United Brethren Of Temperance.
JOS. WALSH,
dec l8- Cor. Secretary.
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WASHINGTON CRY, Dec. Is, l845

WASHINGTON CRY, Dec. l6, l845
To the Officers and Members Of Equal Dipision
No. Sons Of 1emperance.-You are requested to
meet at our Hail. on 18th street. corner OF street.
Dr Howard's Lecture room,) at o'clock Jan
uary |, lS46, to march in a procession to G street,
to join other Divisions, to form procession, and
thence proceed to the Navy-yard, to unite with
Howard Division No. 10, who propose holding a
public meeting for advancement OF Temperance.
GEORGE w. burgess,
W. p. pro tenn.
ALFRED G. BELT, r. S.
NJ B. The members will also remember that on
Tuesday next, 23d instant, is the nomination for
officers, and the election on the 30th.
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LOOK OUT FOR

LOOK OUT FOR
SNOW STORMS 8, SLOPPY STREETS!
My entire stock of GUM ELASTIC OYER
SHOES is offered for sale at small advance upon
cost Gentlemen's and Ladies'
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C JACOBS RADCLIFFE, Grocer, corner of
~. 9th and LII streets. Always on hand va
riety of choice Family Groceries, Tobacco, and
Segars, at small advances for cash.
dec 9-tf .a
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r oNGFELLoW's POEMS, ILLUSTRaT.

r ONGFELLOW'S POEMS, ILLUSTR.aT-
/ ED.-A new and beautiful edition of Long
fellow Poems, one volume octave, richly bound
and splendidly illustrated with numerous engrav-
ings.
Also, The Lady of the Lake, volume; Lalla
Rookh, in volume, richly bound and illustrated;
and other of the most popular prose and poetical
works in the langusge, got up in the same style.
Chde Harolde, with sixty illustrations, London
COPY, just imported along with many others, by
dec 13 +. TAYLOR.
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The loss sustained by Major French from the
destruction by fire of his stables, horse, carriage,
&C., on Monday evening, is estimated at 500.
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JONATHAN II. WALKER.-House car
j penter and joiner on X street, shop corner X
and 9Th streets.
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WIN. NOELL, Venitian Blind maker, south
w side Pennsylvania avenue, between 9Th and
10th streets. Blinds of all sizes and coors, fur
nished to order Old blinds retrimmed and painted.
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T SAAC STODDARD-Blacksmit and Wheel
/ right, Missouri Avenue, near sixth street.
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BY fl. GREEN .4,,et;oneer

By fl. GREEN, .aatctioneer.
VIOLlNS, GUITARS, SECOND. HAND
Y PIANOS, &c. at .4uction--On Monday,
the 10Th instant, shall sell at o'clock, p. M !,
at my Auction room, Concert Hail. near Browns
Hotel
fine toned Violins 5 good Guitars, with pat
emf screws, 3 second. hand Piano Fortes, Spy
Glass
With many other articles not necessary to emu
merate. A. GREEN, Auctioneer.
F. S., have for private sale large assortment
Of
China, Glass, and Crockery Ware
Mahogany and other Furniture
Cooking and other Stoves, Feather Beds, M
tresses
Andirons, Shovels and Tongs, Tenders, SC.
Also, good lot of Kitchen Furniture.
dec 13-3t A.G
A GENCY AT WASHINGTON.-T sub
IN scriber, having been employed for several
years in the public departments at Washington,
and being familiar with the mode Of transacting
business Tor more than twenty-five years. respect
fully offers his services Ter the adjustment and col
lection of claims against the Government.
Prompt attention will be bestowed upon any bu-
sness entrusted TO his care.
Charges reasonable, according to the labor in
Cured.
All communications must be post paid.
N. b. The duties of the Agency will not inter
iere in the least, with these Of an 'Aucioneer and
Commission Merchant
dec. l3-Im BEyVJ.A.AfI.N HOyN-a.vS. s
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CRIMINAL CourT.--Janes W. Garner, indicted
for an assault upon George A. Davis, was found
guilty. Application for a new trial.
James Herbert, free negro, indicted for stealing
horse, saddle and bride, was found guilty, and
sentenced to two years Imprisonment in the peni-
tentiary. f
Elizabeh West, free mulatto, convicted of steal
ing Jewelry Of the value Of $50, was found guilty,
and sentenced to two years Imprisonment in the
penitentiary. Council for the prisoner, Mr.. Rat
clfe.
In the case of Mr.. McNulty, trial postponed un-
til to-day.
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.EOEHN CONN EE4LX.

CHEAP CABINET, SOFA, AND CHAIR MAN
UFACTURER AND UNDERTAKEN.
Seventh 81. bet,ceen II and sts. Washington City.
lie informs his friends and the public, that he is
prepared to execute all orders in the above busi-
ness with which he may be favored He hopes to
receive liberal share Of public patronage.
N. B.--Fmerals attended to at the shortest no
tice, and on the most reasonable terms, warranted
TO give satisfaction. Nov. i--tf
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DRISCOE & CLARKE, Dealers in Cloths, Cas-
ID simeres, Vestings, Sc, Pennsylvania avenue,
a few doors west of Browns Hotel
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SCHOOL.
MRS. e BARTO w, teaches the first princi-
M Piles of an English Education, 18th between
Z and + streets, Smiths Row.
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GEORGE w. CLARKE, COFFIN MAKER
(T AND GEN ER.4L FURNISHING UNDER

GEORGE w. CLARKE, COFFIN MAKER
NJ AND GENERAL FURNISHING UNDER
I.4KER corner Of Virginia apenue L and 9h street,
near the Many Yard Gate.Thankful for the liberal
patronage with which he has already been favored,
he respectfully solicits continuance of the
Always on hand, ready for use, Pine, Cherry,
Walnut, Poplar, and Mahogany, which he manu-
factures into Cotns at the shortest notice, and
the most reasonable terms.
Hearse and carriages furnished at the shortest
notice. All orders thankfully received and prompt-
ly attended to at all hours if left at the above place.
or at his residence, second door from the corner,
on l. street.
N. B.-Carpenters work in all its branches done
on the most reasonable terms, and at the shortest
notice.
Old Furniture repaired and vanished, and made
look equal to new. dec l8-6m
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DENNIS PUMPHREY'S Livery Stable, cor
J ner Of 9th and @. streets. Horses and Car
riages to hire. Horses taken at livery, and kept
in the best manner.
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rTHE BUTCHERS OF WASHINGTON have
determined not to attend the market on Thurs
day, the 25th December, l845, but will attend the
market on Wednesday, the Oath instant commenc-
ing at o'clock p M. dec l8-3t
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CASHMERE SHAWLS.

CASHMERE SHAWLS.
1.-TWO Cashmere long Shawls, something supe-
rior to any thing offered in this city before,
are for sale at our store. They will be sold bar
gain to close consgnments.
Dec 9--tf ~. CLAIEli q w.
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wv WHITNEY.-Boo and Shoe Dealer,
w - opposite Browns Hotel, Pennsylvania
Avenue, has received his fall stock Of Boots and
Shoes suitable for plantation use, he invites the at
tention of those who wish such articles, and prom
ises them good bargains
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BUTTER, CHEESE AND FRUIT.
lust received, by the schooner Columbia, from
j New York:
II packages prime Butter;
65 boxes do Cheese;
3 do Pine Apple do;
$50 Ia l-2 and whole boxes Raisins
80 drums fresh Smyrna Figs;
6 do Turkey Raisins> (free from stones3
2 cases Bordeau Prunes;
Also, on hand:
2 casks Currants;
5 cases Citron;
] do preserved Ginger
Other Preserves and Jellies;
Cranberres in quarter bbls and by measure;
Catsups Sardines, Olives, Capers;
Anchovies, Curry Powder, &C. SC;
general assortment of Pickles;
Fresh Salmon CLANS and Lobsters;
Hermetically sealed do;
Fresh Macaroni and Vermacilla;
Do Salad Oils, SIC, SC;
Which, with his former stock, renders his assort-
ment complete, and to which attention is invited.
S. HOLMES,
7th street, nearly opposite Patriotic Bank
Dec 18-f
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A NDREW ]. JOYCE, Horse Shoeng and
N Smithing Establishment, successor to John
Daley, corner of l4th and streets, near Suller's
Hotel. Thankful for the patronage he has receiv-
ed from liberal public, he solicits continuance
of the same.
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CHARLES PASCOE, Boot and Shoe Store
" on seventh street, between ID and y streets.
On hand general assortment OF all articles KEPT
in Boot and Shoe store, which are offered az pri-
ces that cannot fail to please.
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VIZ II. GUNNELL--Dealer in Lumber,
w Lime, Wood &c. Corner of Canal and
ith streets, near Pennsylvania Avenue.
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DRESLEY SIMPSON, Pennsylvania .dpsnue,
NORTH side, I'd door east Of 1lh street, Keeps
d general assortment of Family Groceries.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-01
ORANGE COUNTY.

respectable meeting OF the Democratic par
IL Of Orange Connly held al the Court House in
pursuance Of previous notice, on Monday The eth
inst. 10 appoint delegates 10 the District Con-
vcntion 10 be held in Charlottesville on the FIRST
Monday in February, Or. Lewis L. Holiday
was called ;oihe Chair and Edwin Gibson Esq:
appointed Secretary.
The meeting was briefly addressed BY Mcssrs.
John Willis aud John T.. Taiiaterro, when the
following preamble and resolutions submitted h.
Jas. Newman, Esq., were adopted.
The importance ~ sell governing people OF
candid and mature deliberations as 10 the fitness,
fidelity and qualifications Of those whom they
clothe with the honorable and responsible trust of
representatives, canno. be too highly appreciated.
And even where the highes, qualifications are
readily aitainable, equal caution and circumspec.
lion in the selection OF candidate 10 he presented
for the popular suffrage, is frequently MOI less in
dispensabc When the maintenance and pre-
servation OF principles, deemed vital 10 the happi
ness and prosperity Of the country, are involved,
and when the ascendancy OF hose principles may
be rendered temporary and nugatoTy BY the want
Of union in their support, il becomes equally
the right and duty ofthe people 10 interpose and
adopt such policy as will be most likely 10 ensure
their success.
The organization ofpoitical parties at the pre-.
sen. day, moreover, renders union harmony and
concert OF action essential 10 the preservation OF
Democratic principles. As laeans OF prevent
ing division and promoting concord and agree
ment, It has long been favoritc practice with
the Democratic parry 10 meet BY delegates IN con-
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-01

10 ne Editors Of tie Enquirer:
have attempted Cat wha, trouble and expense
you may Judse,) 10 find the most direct and cx-
Pedllious route from South Carolina 10 The great
o'ale OIL massachusetts, but have been unable 10
ascertain lhe iact with The certainly desired
have made diligent investigation into this
subject, ana IN doing so, have songh, The aic cs
every one qualified, in my opinion. 10 inform
me- have therefore, thought it advisable 10
make the following inquiry of you, hoping ,ha:
you can give The Information, (for no one else it
seems can, owing doubllessly 10 the CELEBRITY Of
the movements OF the great philanhropisl.) VIZ:
What route did Mr. Hoar, the agent OF ,isssa-
chusells, take from South Carolina 10 Washing.
ton City, and thence 10 BosioD2 This, voy viii
perceive, will be The best evidence can procure
/ 10 establish The desired point
be pleased, gentlemen, 10 answer this as soon
as yon conveniently can. Should you lie unable
10 answer satisfactorily, it would probably te
we'll TO insert This in your paper, aud thereby
give MT Hoar an opportunity oil eEiek!cn,rs :!c
\ puCtie ni.nt on this aIl-absoIbing question Per-
/ sens desirous OF embarking in missions simiia:
TO that engaged in BY Mr.. Hoar, are deeply in.c-
rested IN II. This being The age Of mproyemeo,,
II Is desirable that the public should Re inioimcc
OF that in rapid hareiLng. PALMET1 O.
~ similar Problem suggests itself in Iels-
ton to The most rapid route from New Orleans
TO Boston. The Hon Henry Hubbard, he other
agent OF Massachusetts in the South. can assiS.
mas solution. Governor Brisg will have h.s
hands fnli with these Mis-. ions-Eils', in making
oi't Their commissions. and thea in sending in his
1efemia1 messages OF complaint 10 The Less :s!a-
tue Engnifer
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-01
POETRY.

The recent change in the weather demands Of
the charitable increasing attention to the poor
The following lines from The Knickerbocker are
appropriate, and as they come from the heart OF
the writer, We hope they may reach The hearts OF
many who have the ability 10 relieve the distress
so ieelinsly depic,ed:-[ Philadelphia Gazette.
THE POOR-GOD HELP THEM.
BY MISS MARY E. HEWITT
Old Winter hath come with s,eahy tread,
Ger Inc fallen Autumn leaves,
And shrilly he whistleth overhead,
And pipeth beneath the caves.
Let him comet Wecare not amid our mirlh
For the driving snow or ran
For little We reck OF the cold, dull hearth,
Or the broken window pane
IT'S stormy night, but our glee shall mock
At the winds that loudly pirate,
As they echo the moan OF the poor that knock
With their cold hands at our gate
The poor! We give them the half.picked bone,
And the dry and mdewed bread
And they never, God help them! know the pain
OF being overied.
Fill round again with the cheering wine,
While the fire grows warm and bright;
And sing me song, sweetheart oil mine,
Ere you whisper the words "Good night"
You never will dream, meath The covering warm
OF your soft and cultained bed
or the scanly rug and the shivering FORM
And the yawning roof o'erhead.
The pcorl God pity them in their need!
We've a prayer for their every groan
They ask us with outstretched hands for bread,
And We give unto them stone.
God help them! God help Us! for much We lack
Thoash lofty and rich we be,
And open our hearts TO all that knock
With the cry Of CHARITY!
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-01
To nc Editors Of nc Enqhiru:
Mt. AIRY DESTROYED RY EIrr

Having seen no published account OF this de.
tressing occurrence, tho il took Place ~ The 22t
OF December last, ! avail myself of your CO.
lumns 10 make il known 10 these who have ~.
yet been apprised Of the disaster.
This rrircey mansion was erected during lie
early part oflhc reign of GEORGE II hy an az.
oestor Of The present proprietor Mr. WIN. H
Iayloe, late orr Representative in The Legisis-
tufcof Virginia. ltprescnted one Of The few re-
naming specimens Of that almost lendal gran
deur which marked the country seats of some Z.
our wealthy propretors Of that ace. In r,cse.y.
ing 80 much soundne>> and beauty OF cu,iee ana
interior, in defiance Of the storms Of a hundred
years, il exhibited in remarkable degree iIs
superior excellence OF construction and ma,eria
III use during The past century. The woIihy pro.
prietor was absent on q tour Of business a.!
South, aud his family al Church, when the dis
tre.sing event took place. BY The interchangeable
exerions OF the neighbois, aided by some OF the
servants, the lire was cut OF from lie WINGS.
which, with tie kitchen and green house. were
thus saved with lnle injury. The principal pot-
ton Of the valua BE furniture was also Withdraw.
in safety.
Nothins, which may lie regarded as positive
evidence, has vet heen ascerained IS 10 The i'm
mediate origin OF The conhd9ialion; y,., lil.i.
dout, is entertained that il was the Sc, cf 4 H.
s'o iHISHsidl y, abibtIt>> VI nc! .C.
s'isa:ei in The first place, By some emssarr q
abolition. Viewing the precau'cn Observed -
the conspirators ard ali the other attending cl:.
cumslances, il appears impossible that any &c.
gree OF vigilance, on the part Of those VINO were
in temporary charge Of affairs, could have pre-
vented The catastrophe J. L. D.
81 The Richmond Wing will please cory, W.
less notice has been alleady taken Of In, sbora
event.