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The North-Carolina standard., 1847-09-15
Sad Catastrophe.

Mr.. John Parker, from Ennes Killeeu, North
Of Ireland, arrived in this City on Tuesday last
with his wife and child, on The Cars, and took
lodgings at the Washington Hotel. During the
night OF Tuesday, having occasion to go down
stairs, his room being in The second story he by
some means mistook the window for the door, as
it is supposed, and precipitated therefrom
some twenty or twenty-five feet. His groans of
back to his room, where he fingered until Wed
nesday evening, and died The Jury of Inquest
over the body gave in as their verdict "thal he
died from the effects of fall from window in
the second story Of the Washington Hotel" We
understand that this is another sad warning against
drunkenness Raleigh Register.
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DIED.

On Monday morning, 18th instant, OF Consump-
years, a native of Bavaria, Germany. He a
years standing. He has left widow and two
children to mourn his loss. He Joined the Poles al
the battle of Warsaw Qs3l) against the Russians,
where he received some wounds. He ever
warmly attached to our Republican institutions,
being strong advocate of the equal rights of his
fellow citizens. Peace DE with him Com
In this Town, on Tuesday last, of Lock Jaw,
MI. Thomas r. Uiiey son of Mr.. A. B. Uuey, of
Wake County, in the 18th year Of his age. He
came to his death 10 the following manner 2 He
was grinding knife and the point caught the
stone and shut upon the joint Of one of his en-
gers, nearly cutting off, leaving il hanging by a
small piece Of the Skin. The Doctor replaced the
finger and bound it up, and directed that ii should
remain two or three days before the bandage was
removed but before the time expired for 1t TO be
examined it becamerso painful he could not resi-.
He went 10 the Doctor, aud when the bandage was
taken off it found that modification had taken
place; the pain extended up the arm, and the 9Th
day after the acc dent, he began to feel the glands
of his neck getting painful and had TO take his
bed, and in two days after he died; but not with
out hope, for he expressed his Willingness to die,
as he said Ae saw his way clear. Vii. Com.
In Bladen County, on the 29th August, Peter
Macarthur, aged about 100 years. Also, in the
same County and the same day, Mrs. Lucy
Cromarte, wife Of James w. Cromartie, 10 the
18th year of her age. -.
AtOld Point Comfort, on the 2Sth ult. Ann Col
lns, infant daughter Of the Hon. w. B. Shepard.
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! CHAPEL Hill, Sent. 10, IS47

-..-- y CHAPEL Hill, Sept. 10, lS47.
At a meeting Of the Philanlhropic Society this
evening, the undersigned, who had been appointed
committee for The purpose, presented the follow
ing preamble and resolutions, which were unani-
mously adopted: ..- ..s
Uhereas, Ii has pleased Divine Providence 10
remove from earth our much respected and aged
fellow member, Hinton James, Esq, who has ever
held, during the many and various changes of silu-
alton incident TO a life of seventy-Iwo years, a
high rank 10 the of his fellow men, il is
cumbert upon Us, who are now kneeling at the
shrine which once beheld his youthful devotion,
and enjoying the scenes one time familiar 10 him,
pay the last tribute Of respect 10 our departed
menber
He was the first member Of our Society who
graduated, and may with propriety be ranked
among its founders, and, the period Of his death,
was the oldest living member. Therefore, be il
Resoipetl, That we are deeply sensible of the
loss we have sustained in the death of one who
devoted part Of his early life in promoting the
welfare of the association of which it is our plea
sure to claim mem6ership.
ReSoLre4, That we strive 10 Initiate his praise
worthy and upright course through life, aud that
whatever may be our destiny, II shall be our utmost
endeavor TO be possessed of good share of his
virtue and integrity. ..-. ... .r. ~. .....
Resolved, That we feeliugly sympathize with
the bereaved family, who have suffered the ire
trievabe loss Of an lndugent and exemplary parent
and kind relative, and also with the community of
which he was a useful member, in their depriva-
ton of worthy citizen XII,
Resolred, That, token of respect, we wear
The accustomed badge of mourning for the space
Of thirty days. -., .-..---- ... .-,...L
Resolred, That copy Of these resolutions be
forwarded 10 the family of the deceased, and also
thai copies be sent the Editors Of the Whining
ton Newspapers, aud likewise 10 the Raleigh Reg
lister and Standard for publication. .... - z s
ISaExzo iN4; :; S5EoPi ). PENpER, n g =
WILLIAM A. JENKINS,
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Arrival of discharged VOlunteers Mr.. J. B.
Melvin of Company l. and Mr. Stephen J. Cobb
of Company E., of the North Carolina Regiment
of Volunteers have received an honorable dis
charge from the Army, and they both arrived here
on Tuesday morning last. They were discharg-
ed on account Of sickness These gentlemen left
Saltillo on the 7th Of August. Mr., Melvin in
forms US that Gen. Taylor had under his COM
mand about 10000 men, 5000 at his own camp
1000 at Gen. Woops camp, and 5000 new re-
cruits, just arrived at the Brazos, and on their
way up Gen. Taylor evidently intended to make
a forward move in q short time, as every thing
was in motion for that purpose. 1t was thought
that he would move forward about the 1st inst
Orders had been given for all diseased soldiers,
not able to stand march, to be discharged. Mr..
Melvin thinks that there will be large number
that will receive their discharge and return home
1t is supposed, however, that Gen. Taylor's army
will be at least 5000 effective men, when he takes
up his line of march. WI. Jour.
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For SaIe

IN Warren county, avery desirable residence on
Il truly valuable plantation of IL miles
east from Warentoh, 4ouh of Litteton DepotS alons
the load leading thenceto Grove Hill, aud the north
side of Fishing Creek About 200 Of ths consist
excellent low fat lands, we'll drained and incnt
vation. Most OF the balance is standing i'm 0aignal
growth of Oak aud HiekoFy-RoRe is poor exhausted,
and there is scarcely gully on the whole tract The
dwelling is new, large aRd conyenieRts and the Ont
flowed is ufieiehtiy ehien, and Shoec9h
self is mol more healthy " @ @. :, a. :a-F , {, :, :,
The above valuable properly shall offer on The
premises Friday the 18th day Of October next he
highest bidder reasonable terms. II would be use;
less to say more, any gentleman would examine fol
himself, and should be glad losee them at any lime
9sSS3 JAMES r. BROWN:
September 4, 1s47. Ia -. i - - 81 670:st.,
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PmLANrHRoprc HALL, Sept. 1917


JVhpreaS, By an inscrutable dispensaton Of Di-
vine Providence, our esteemed fellow member,
Exum l.. Whitaker, while engaged in the service
of his country, died st CamaIgo in Mexico; And
Whereas il behoves US as members of that Society
to which he was an honor 10 enter upon our Regis
ter some becoming atlestation of our grief at the
loss which we, together with his family, have sus-
tained in the premature death Of one so young and
of such promise. .. s,ai. g.. -.-. 49,. .s
Therefore, be II unanimously RESOLVED, That
we ueeply sympathiZe with the family of the de-
ceased, who by this melancholy dispensaton, have
been hereft of relation SO duifu and affectionate
and that we do sincerely tender to them that con-
duence which one afflicted heart can offer 10
another.
Resolued, That, as members of the same body
of which he was ornament, we deeply lament
the irreparabe loss which our Society has sustain
ed in the death of one Of its most promising mem
bers. whose early life gave great hopes of career
alike commendab.e to- himself, honorable TO his
friends and useful 10 his country. .e zoe.
ResoLced, That we, the members Of the Philan-
thropic Society, in token. of our esteem for the
memory of the deceased, do wear Grape on the
left arm for the space Of thirty days, rs the last
mark of respect 10 our departed fellow member.
.ResOlred That a copy of these resolutions be
sent to the relations, of the deceased, and that
COPIES be sent to the Raleigh Register, North
Carolina Standard and Roanoke Republican,, with
request for publication.
81 -s' BENZ. s. GUION, - rs
...-.. sss, = JAS. lREDELL. cf
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HEADQUARTERS, ARMY OF OCCUPATION,


Sir-The copy of the Resolutions, recently
passed in the City of Raleigh, N. c., the Sd of
July, and which you were charged with communi-
eating to me, has been, with your letter, duly re-
ceived. -..
Be pleased TO convey TO the voters Of that Dis
tTict of N. c., my deep appreciation Of the high
honor they have conferred upon me in their nomina-
,ion. While am ever willing TO yield TO the pop
ular Will, and serve the country any capacity 10
which may be freely and unanimously called, 1
may be permitted to say, that have not the assu-
to believe that my abilities suited TO the
discharge of such responsible duties rest upon
the office Of Grief Magistracy. MY best efforts,
however, will always be exercised in the cause Of
the country, in whatever position it may be my for
tune TO be placed.
Accept for yourself. my bes, acknowledgements
for the very courteous and hatterng manner in
which you were pleased to communicate these Res
olrlons, and my wishes for your continued pros
periIy and health.
am, sir, with high respect,
Your most obedient servant,
u. TAYLOR,
Maj Gen. U. S. A.
GEORGE w. HAYWOOD, Esq.
.- Chairman late Public Meeting
.'.- Raleigh, N. G.
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Heavy Failure in New York.

Prime, Ward s. Co. of New York have failed
The New York Correspondent Of the Washing
ton Union thus notices the fact:
C The stoppage this morning of one of cur great
est banking houses, Prime. Ward & Co., though
some time feared by those best acquainted with
Wall street, has produced a profound sensation in
this city. The house is as well known in Amerca
as that of Barings in England, and has held the
very highest position in the mercantile world. It's
drafts always commanded the best rates, and were
counted " as good as gold" Its engagements are
believed to be very large; but there is hope that
they will be promptly met. and that the present
suspension is merely temporary. Ii has been ren-
dered necessary by the recent embarrassment in
the English money market, and the failure OF sew.
eral English houses connected with P, w. & Co.'s
house here" II -a'' 49, ... i.. ''.@ 81 -
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hdral Slores--Several sales of Newbern and
Washington Turpentine have been made al So, ,25
for ESQ lbs. !; sales of Spirits at so cts. North
County Rosin 80 cents; Tar 81, SO. 81 ~
" WiLmington, September 9.
Nardt Stores-Snce the commencement Of the
present week, about $500 or 5000 bbls. of Turpen-
tine have been brought TO market, of which amount
800 bbls. came per Rail Road. The price on Mon
day So per bbl. 800 llbs advance Of 10 cts.
on previous sales. Subsequently, the price receded
TO 1885. To-day So, go has been offered, no sales
yet made about 700 bbls. on market to-day. Tar
none arrivins-last sales al $l,85. There has
been small Of Spirits Turpentine sold at 40 els
P. S. Since the above was prepared, we hear
that sales have transpired at So 80. I'VE would
here remark that Virgin dip has got down TO the
price of yellow. except in cases OF choice article
Lumber and IImber-A raft of extra lengths
Mill Timber sold dav or two since at 81 So
We quote at Sc s. for fair to good fair. Lum-
Der is firm and transactions small. Journal.
-- 60 Fayetteville, September IL.
Bacon in demand at 10 to 1O4 cents. Corn has
arrived freely, sales generally 60 cents No cot
ton arriving Flour has declined, dull at 81 so to
SIS 90. Wheat coming in freely, sales al 85 to 80
cents. Brandy and Whiskey generally sold under
our quotations. The fall purchases Of our mer-
chants are arriving, and stocks good.
-.-ss~ sv. ..s,'rI.s .g- -t" - CGrolinidn.
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Eleetrophie Operation. We lately witnessed
the application of electromagnetic for the reno
val Of hemip iphlegia paralysis of one side of the
body, by the Rev. Vim. Fl. Smith. The patient
was a little boy between and years of age. who
had been afflicted with this disease for five years.
After the third application, the limbs Of the affect,
ed side were perfectly restored to usefulness. All
other agents sink into insignfcanee when COM
pared with this alIpowerfu principle, which per.
vades nature, and seems 10 be The handspring OF
all its hidden operations. By its Influence the
atmosphere breathe is cleared of noxious va
pors, and rendered invigorating and heahful the
intelligence of veal or woe is caused instantaneous
Iy to thrill through the hearts of ever so distant
friends and from its wonderful effects in the cradi-
cation of disease from the human system it seems
likely to realize the long sought phantom Of the
elixir of life. Bali, Sun.
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The grim messenger has entered our pleasant
little village, and has cast a meIanchoIIy gloom
over our whole community, in the death of one OF
our most worthy citizens, Joseph Ramsey, Esq
who departed this life on Saturday morning last,
at one o'clock, in the 52i year of his age.
Mr.. Ramsey was one Of our most uscfut citizens,
having represented this county in the Senate of
the State Legislature for many years tIe was
also a member of the State Convention which
framed our present Constitution. ... ...t
In the death Of Mr.. r an interesting family
are deprived of kind husband and father, and
society of a most worthy member.
On Saturday afternoon, his remains were ac-
companied by lengthy procession, comprising
the Masonic fraternity and other citizens, to the
Methodist Church, where an impressive funeral
discourse was delivered by Rev. MIR. Closs-after
which, the remains were inferred with Masonic
honors PiLts6orO' Comm unicaLor.
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=. Mr. Clay Nominated. The Whig Young
Mems Committee of New York have nominated
Mr.. Clay for the Presidency. They say they
have no idea of committing the ship of State to
ignorant and unskilful hands (meaDing Gen. Tay-
Ior) and that, having all confidence in Henry
Clay they do hesitate again 10 fling his banner
to the breeze, What say the Taylor Wings TO
thatq What says the Raleigh Register Is that
paper. in its sudden and newborn zeal for Gen.
Taylor, ready to cast aside Henry Clay-to tram
pie his claims under foot, and to sacrifice all its
principles to the doctriae Of availability 2 lof-a
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e-sJ 10 b Nsp York, .Septemberl0.
make much impression on our market sbot since
the1expotts have nearly ceased, aud the<produce
Is thrown more on the actual eoasumption of the
country, prices of Grain and Flour have fallen off
liitle, still those Of Flour, Wheat, Rye, Corn
aud Oats. are sufficiently high TO pay the farmer
activity in The Cotton market: The limited steck
in the European market as wen as ia this country,
with the reported accounts from the South as 10
the coming crop, has induced shippers TO come into
the market and purchase for export very freely. We
are in the midst Of an active Fall business,
and We have seldom seen SO busy season. Our
hotels,are filled to overlowing and the steamboats,
and railroads are crowded The streets along our
wharves and leading places of business, present
the appearance of greatlife. Our Canal, River and
coasting craft are fully engaged. The merchants
are doing heavy business. Metchants are here
supplies. We much doubt whether so large an
amount of goods was ever sold In any one season.
large portion Is purchased for cash but much
larger amount sold on credit. 'Ehe next steamers
news is looked for with great INTEREST," particularly
by the Flour and Cotton operators. EaPress.
10 Cotton-In consequence of the reduced stocks
IN Europe, and diminishing supplies here, there
has been more active demand for exports, partic-
uldrly for France. Prices having yielded lttle
and there having been disposition 10 meet buyers,
the transactions have been large full 10 600 bales
in all. The receipts at all The shipping ports are
l,774,saS bales against 2,oss, 976 to same M. dates
astysar-a deficiency this season of 3l4 ,104 bales.
The total sfNreIgn export this year falls 426 492
bales shortof lasf--the deficiency being TO Great
Britain. 273,321; France, / II ALI; North Of Eu-
rope, 1885, and otherforeign ports, 24 800 bales.
The shipments from SoL thern 10 Northern Ports
7771 bales less this season than last; but there
is an excess in stock Of SO 44l bales.
INLAND and Flor, Mobile and N, o
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Land for Sale.

r WISH to sell my tract OF land lying within four
tai ms about 400 acres portion which good bottom
land; and more than one half is woodland. Persons
wishing to purchase farm the city would do well
to call me, and learn the terms, az am determined
to- sell. r IL ? 1fTH24I II. B. HAYES:
Raleigh, September Is, lS47 ssa 671-H
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General Orders.
ADJUTANT GENERALS OFFICE,


=. - ADJUTANT GENERALS UFFlCE,
r.. Raleigh, Sept Sth, lS47.
The President of the United States having authorized
the acceptance OF Volunteer Company of Infantry to
be raised in North Carolina. under the command of
Capt JOHN CAMERON, to serve during the war with
Mexico, and requested the cooperation of the Governor
in organizing the 1t is therefore enjoined on all
Military Officers of the State, to lend their aid in fur
therance of this object such mode they sever
ally deem most conducive to the speedy completion OF
this Corps. = ..at -... ...-- ~. -.sg. ...s.ss.
The organization of the Company will be similar to
that of those already in service from this State.
place of rendezvous will be designated it
is ascertaned what point will be most convenient for
those who may volunteer.
By order of his Excellency, WILL, A. GRAHAM.
r. W. HAYWOOD,
.. (67I-3t0 -s T.. Adi't. Gen. N. G.. NJ
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(671-st.) 's Adj'E Cen. N. c.'M

"a littF more grape, Capt. Bragg.''
/" D. TURNER. has this day received the Lie of
Ii Major General Zachary Taylor, the Rough and
Ready Hero that Sc Never Surrenders. the Conquer
the battles of Pao Alto, Resaca de Ia Palma, Mon
terry, Buena Vista, and Cerro Gordo. .r- 7rttaot
By H. Montgomery, with correct portrait Of Gen.
Taylor, and engravings of the above battles.
Raleigh, September 6, 1e47. q ss-sfs .du GIL =
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Fresh COnfecIiOIlarfes.

.. Fresh COmfectiOMarfes.'
200 Ibis. Best Stock Candies. a Boxes RaisiEs,
100 do. Assorted French do, 100 do. best CuFraHte,
225 lbs Crushed Sugar, sos 100 lbs: Palm Nuts,
100 do soft she'll l-Almonds, 100 do. FiIberts, ,al.
so do. English Wallnuts, EI20O0 Pirepctos,e .ss =
G:os Fire crackers, 25 lbs. AlsPce, al
IS lbs. BLK PerPer,i..- sF. ett 20 do Cnnamon.5a
6 Box. Sperm Eandles;el il 75i do. Dried Beet,
do. TalIow sy do. 10 .y ] bl. Pilot CrackeTs-
6 gross Friction Matches / lido But GraekeIs,
bl Soda. Crackers irt.sA Violin Strings, Bows,
Accordeons and Violins. AZ jBowahairs RridEes &c.
Guitars, and Guitar strings. Flutes, &cs &C.
AL of the above articles sold cheap by.oIsJ ei1e&
--sJ HENRY KEN.
Raleigh Sept. /, l647. 669-
s.s Register cops $ stay 10 sfs.e a'3siassSA.
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. SO they say Gen. Taylor won't give no
pledges" said Mrs PratIe yesterday to our Mrs
Partington. =,
aAnd he's very right he is." replied Mrs Part
fnoton, "ifmy old man took my advice and never
gave none, he'd have his gold watch and his dia-
mond breastpin, and many other family relics that
he pledged but never redeemed. tell YOU there
never comes no good of givin' pledges, Mrs. Prat
tie, that there doesn't" -. {. III t.....g
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certificate Of a package Of whpIes enyitIes, the
holder 10 all over sos nett that may be, dfawnbY
the 90 tickets named Iherein. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
quarters and eiglits, Incorporates. fss.43 sss :.
This grand scheme Is the most attractive one
that has ever been draw in the United States and
is we'll worthy ofthe attention ofadvenfATeEs. The
lowest prize that can be drawn By ticket having
on il three. of the drawn numbers, Is ,00o!-and
bers only, viii be entitled TO prize Of 1000!
H- Orders for Tickets and Shares and Certi6-
Gates of Packages in this Magnifceat aSeheme,
will be promptly attended to and an aceoOnt of the
dra wing will be Immediately after IL is oTerto
all who may order tickets from us-Address 'll'.
-se".s ~. J. s. G. MAURY, i-:-.f
-. Agents for J. w, MAuRy, & Co Managers
.f... .......-.r.1 x Washington Cry, D.. Csls
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Illinois, The convention 10 amend the consii-
tuition of this State adjourned on the 25lh August.
Among its proceedings we notice the following.
1t has made it the duty of the Legislature, by
vote of o2 to 43, at its frs: session under the
amended constitution, to pass such laws as will
effecluaIIy prohb, free persons of color from i'm
migrating TO and settling in that State. They are
also to pass such laws as shall effecnaly prevent
the owners of slaves from the introduction OF slaves
into the State for the purpose Of setting them frcc
The election of Judges has been given to the peo-
ple For those of the Supreme Court the State
is divided into three districts. Another attempt
was made, few days before the adjournment, to
submit the question to the people whether the
Legislature should or should not possess the pow
er 10 incorporate banks Of circulation which fall
ed by vote of yeas 6s, nays 69.r The Consiitu-
ton which has been framed by the Convention
has vet to be submitted to a vote of the people
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+ will receive proposals. until the 25th of
September next, for the delivery, Caswell Square,
in the City of Raleigh of 5000 FEET Of through sawed
Plank, inch and So thick; 5000 feet do l2 inch
thick; 5000 do inches thick. II is desirabe TO be
vide and clear of knots 600 feet of flooring Plank
Of different Lengths, 7nches wide. IA inch thick
kndriede vaS -sb.,g Ssygr7S 7l.sfos.i t-f,.t.asf,
delivery Terms, Cash, on delivery! l3e rs si
saF. sas.a - ssruJ rS4n e3' g. DABNEY COSBY.
August 80, ls47: i. la s.a ID q .saaiee s67o,StC
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New supply of Piano Fortes.

NOW supply Oh F1S1hO EOTtGSs
GAINES, RICHES, & CO., Sycamore STREET, PEI
VgerSburg, Virginia, have It in their poHcE 70
furnish their friends and the public generally with any
style pattern of Piano Forte with either wood
mahogany cases, that the asdous taste may
qure at such reduced prices cannot reasOnabbs
objected TO- assr-i - a--st gaI .ysnlt!ilj gtsN
AS they have acquaintance with all the best manu.
acturers in the Northern cities, and have sPafcdbnO
pains in making their selections, they will in mo case
hesitate to warrant every nstru mt they SELL that
the purchaser will run risk whatever. Their new
styles of finish and tone cannot be surpassed etheror
beauty excellence. .haiFsJ- -
They have furnished several lately to orders received
from North Carolina and elsewheIe and have received
from the purchasers voluntary written evidence Of the
entire satisfaction which they gave.
Their stock of Books. Stationary, Sc. is also very
large and complete. They have also established
Bindery and Blank book Mandatory, at which Record
Books and other blank work is made in the very best
manner and at very low prices. They only need trial
TO establish the truth of what is here set forth All or
ders for blank work binding Of books, music, &C. will
be promptly attended TO- and warranted 70 please ia
- September 1, 1897. - ". .'s ...a''@ ''I 669.
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The Charleston Mercury of Thursday last
says GA body of five hundred Marines at the
barracks near the Navy Yard, will shortly leave
ry them to Vera Cruz The are appointed to join
the marine battalion ordered on land service in
Mexico. .-.-..-a> --.,... .--- IL
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The notorious Maria Monk is in Sing Sing
Prison, on a conviction for Grand Larceny.