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Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

SurcIDE.-Edward Il. Mathews, of Provi-
dencc, committed suicide by hanging himself
on Saturday last. lie had been sick with the
consumption and was very low when he COM
mit,ed the act.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

ARREST OF 1NcENDIARIEs.- New York
on Friday night destructive fire occurred at
the corner Of James and Madison streets in
which an explosion of powder took place sufi-
cent to knock down several persons standing
near, but fortunately without seriously injuring
any one. Francis Butler and woman nam
ed MKay have been arrested for setting the
fire.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

Four DAYS LATER FROM MExIco.-We
have three days later news from Mexico. The
insurrection was to have broken out in the city
on the 25th, but was suppressed Five le d.
ers had been arrested, and stores Of guns and
ammunition seized. Parades had raised fori-
fcatlons at Gnauajuato, and had there 10 pic
ces of artillery, 1000 muskets and 1900 men.
The Generals opposed to him were inactive.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

HEAVY DEFALcATroS. 1t has been discovered.
that there isa deficit in the accounts of Thomas
lIegeman who formerly was accountant for
the Brooklyn, n. Y. Savings Bank, TO the a.
mount OF S3l ,0c0. The dciaulier has, until
within year or two, lad high reputation
for honesty and integrity, but in,imations that
he was a gambler getting to the Directors Of
the Bank. they invited him to resign. lIis
accounts, however, show the above defalcation.
lie has a wife and chidrcn. and is stated To-
rave left tor parts unknown on the 9th July
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

FEARFUL FALL.-A British soldier lately
fell from the cliff of Cape Diamond, at Quebec,
into ST. Lawrence street, distance of three
hundred feet. lie was, of course, dashed to
pieces. 1t is no, known how he came to fall,
but it is supposed that he got dizzy in looking
over the heights.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

CANAL BANK or ALBASy.-We learn that
when the assets of this Bank were taken pos
session of by the Receiver, the only money
that was found in its possession was 50 bill
and about $1,000 in specie. We do not in
clude its own bills, which to the Bank
itself are of course no better than brown paper.
The outstanding circulation Of the Bank is a
bout Sl6O 900, and its total Indebtedness abou,
5000, 900, exclusive of the capital stock.-N.
y Jour of Com
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

AccIDEST.-Two boys, ono a son of Mr.
Clark Kendall and one a colored boy, were
run over by gravel train on the Providence
and Worcester road at Providence, on Satur-
day, and the colored boy killed instantly and
the other boy very badly injured.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

DRowNEp.--Two boys, Jerome Mortimer
and Frank Lewis, sons of Benjamin Anthony,
of North Providence, II. ]. one aged IL and
and the other \ years, were drowned near
Olneyville, Monday morning last.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

III On the 2sth ult., the steamboat Ilidgclv,
after discharglng large quantity Of iron op-
pos,c the town of Trinity, La, started to
cross the stream in listing condition, and
Immediately collapsed fuc. Not more than
one man is known to be killed, bu, upwards
oftwenty persons were dangerously scaldcd by
the accident,
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

III Two hundred and ten dogs were execu-
ted according to law in New York, on Thurs
day and Friday last. The dog-killcrs were
paid half a dollar head for all they despatch
cd
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

BREAKERS AHEAp.-By the following extract
from the Washington correspondence of the n
Y. Journal OF Commerce, it will be seen that
Uncle Sam has got as much as he can do to a
void hoslilitcs with the Seminoles and other
Indians on our Western frontier:-
Besides those nice wars with Indians, in Or
egon and California and New Mexico, we have
taken all the nescessary steps to get snug
one nearer home-with our old friends the Sem
inoles and their associates in their own new
country, Wes Of the Mississippi. Our legisla-
ton has been so arbitrary and urgent in regard
to the tribes removed, that the Seminoles have
sent message to us, stating that if we don't
do them justice, they will resent h;-adding, il
Significantly y,-"the government Of the United
States know what the Seminoles are, as
enemies"
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

u1T The New York Evening Post says ,ha,
but one Of tho ten Democratic representatives
from New York in Congress- is known 10 be
in favor Of Cass.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20
~ During the naval action on Lake Err

~ During the naval action on Lake Erie,
brave ard favorite sailor, then captain of gun,
found great difficulty in managing 1.-THE fire.
lock having been broken. PERRY approaching
him in his usual ailablc and encouraging man
ner, inquired what was the matter! The hon
est tar, exhibiting signs of just vexaton, turn
ed round and exclaimed, "Sir, my gun be-
haves shamcfnlly !-shameiully Then lev
elling his piece, and taking aim, he raised him
self up in fine martial style, as if wishing to
appear to the best advantage in the presence
struck in the breast by a cannon ball, and in
stantly fell dead without groan.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20
Laws Of Rhode Island.
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AMI
PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS.
AN ACT authorizing Town Councils to exam

TItOF IDF4NOE TIIANI y IONS.
AN ACT authorizing Town Councils to exam
in Reglsries of Voters.
is enacted BY the general assembly as
)oLio,rs;
Section l. Any Town Councils who have O.
mi,,cd TO make examination of the registry Of
their towns on the second Monday of June AZ
required by the ninth section of an act entitled
- An act to regulate the election of civil Off
GERS, may make such examination at any time
before the first Monday in October next. Pro-
vlded, such examination be public, and notice
of the same be give by advertisement in some
newspaper printed III said towns, or by posting
up IN at least three public places IN sand
towns.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

III The report that Gen. Pillow has been
acquitted by the Court of Inquiry is said to bo
premature.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

Mn. GouGH "FALLES' AGAIS. At King
ston, Ulster co Pa, on the ith, the frienos Of
temperance erected large tent, with a stage
and seats inside, and as Mr.. Cough was ascend
ing the stage the seats gave way, precipitatnp
he people to the ground in great confusion, and
we regret TO add that several Of the women and
children were more or less injured by the break
ng of limbs, &c. none were mortally injured.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

The free States will cast ip the approaching
Presidential election 100 out Of the goo eloc.
,oral votes.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

FIpr.-Mr. Galen Barnes Planning and
Saw-mill and Box Factory, in Waliham. was
entirely destroyed by FIRE on Saturday night
last. Loss. about SO, ,oo0-insurcd $4,000
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

Treatment efHorsc ManWe.-F'resh horse
dnng, when dried, contains abou, 2 3-4 per
cent. OF ammonia and other fertilizing salts
but when allowed to ferment, as it usually does
in practice, it contains only | per cent, Of
fertilizing salts, and loses besides, nearly 0
lOths of its weight. This gives some idea Of
the waste which generally attends the practice
of ncgicciing this. kind of manure on the farm.
In order TO prevent this waste, it is only
necessary to throw the dung into heap, under
cover, and sprinkle few handsful of charcoal
dust or plaster Of Paris among it every few
days, or if it becomes heated, to mix with it
few quarts of common salt. American Agri-
cltturia.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

BJ Six dwelling houses were burn, in 10th
street, New York, FRIDAY morning
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

III Miss Hannah IT, lIassctt, Of Yarmouth
drowned herself in Dennis pond on Sunday,
while partially insane.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

FIrsr ARRrvAL.-A small detachment Of
Captain IIuger's "Siege Train Company Of
Ordnance" (regulars) a corps distinguished
for conspicuous service in the battles Of the
city of Mexico, arrived here yesterday from
Cumberland. 1t is under the command Of
Lieut.. Stone, aud will proceed directly on to
Fort Monroe, at Old Point Comfort, one Of the
stations among which the regiment is to be
distributed on garrison duty. The men look
hale and hearty, but well bronzed by exposure
to hardshps of weather and field.
baltimore Patriot of FRIDAY.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

LETTER FROM GENERAL TAYLoR.--The sub
Joined letter from Gen. Taylor to the Hon.
James Iredell, chairman of the ratification
meeting held in Raleigh, n. c., on the 9th
ultimo, in answer to a communication enclos-
ing the resolutions adopted at that meeting,
will, We are sure, be read with interest and
pleasure.
This is the first letter from under the old
hero's own hand that we have seen since his
nomination, and is, therefore, the first positive
intlmation ofh acceptance. Raleigh Register.
Baton Rouge, (Ld.) June "a, ls4S.
Sir Il have the honor to acknowledge the
receipt of copy of the resolutions adopted on
the 9th instant, by a meeting of my fellow
citizens Of Raleigh, rat;ying my nomination
for the Presidency by the natlona! Wing con
ycnton.
beg that you will convey to my fellow
citizens of Raleigh my grateful acknowledge
mcnts for this distinguished mark Of their con-
fdence, and assure them that shall feel proud
of the support ofmen who are governed by such
a spirit of moderation in their political opinions,
as that manifested in the resolutions before me.
For Yourself, sir, be pleased to accept the
assurances of my high esteem and kindest
wishes.
am, sir, your obcdicnt servant.
Il. TAYLOR.
Hon. J. hcdeN, Raleigh, n. G..
An extract from a letter from Gen. Taylor,
published in the Louisville Journal speaks as
follows of the nomination as unoffcially an
nounced
6" IT appears was nominated by the Wing
national convention which met in Philadelphia
on The 9TH Of the present month, as their can
didate for the Presidency at the coming cleo
zion. | eau truly say ii is not matter Of ex-
ulaton, however much may feel grathed at
The compliment paid me by so highly intelligent
and pure body as that convention.
" No one can appreciate the compliment
more highly than do, yet had they named
some one of the distinguished civilians who
were before them instead of myself, it would
have met nv most cordial appreciation.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

ATLANTIC Houss, NEWPORT, n. This
House is now under the management of Mr.
JosEPH WEAVER, gentleman qualified in ev-
cry way for the position he occupies. This
house is inferior to none in Newport, and with
such man as PEcEHAn. formerly Of the
Bellevue House,) to look after things, it must
become the favorite stopping place Of those
seeking pleasure in Newport during the fash
onable season. We advise those who wish TO
take their ease in their inn, to try the Atlantic
IIvusc. .--pror. Iraps.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

SLAVERY ON TRIAL-The trial Of dayton,
Sayres and English, charged with aiding the
attempted escape Of seventy-six slaves from
Washington City last Winter, is set down for
the .2sth inst. District Attorney Key has
drawn three hundred and thirty indictments
against ,hcm, which, it is estimated, will draw
from the u. 5. Treasury and place in his
pocket the snug little sum Of $4,000. For the
defence, Governor Seward, Hon. Horace
Mann and several other eminent citizens have
been engaged-all, we believe, serving with
out fee or reward Tribune.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

street, died last night by the means used, as 1t
is stated, to procure abortion. On Wednesday
she was well, and called upon ono Mrs. Curtis,
pretender of an "Indian Doctress." She
was Immediately taken sick, and could scarcely
get home. Mrs. Curtis called on her profess.
,onaly, several times, and assured her but an
hour or two before her death that she was re-
covering, and would get well soon LorcR
Cc-rier, oF SortrJdv.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-07-20

o. Gen. Cass's position may be very well
illustrated by an anecdote told of an old lady
whose horse ran away with her. In relating
her sensations she said she felt very much
alarmed while dashing over hills and through
valleys; " but she put her trust in Providence
MI The Jrtchin broke; and then she didn't
know what to do" Gen. CASS was quite
sure of election and put his trust in Providence,
until he heard that Gen. Taylor was nomina-
ted, and then he gave up in despair. That
nomination broke The britcLin."
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1848-08-31
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COTTT,D NOT WALK
TO THE LADIES.


DE-. TowNsEND's SARSAPARIIIA is sovereign and
speedy cure tor nciplent consumption, and for the
general prosration OF the system-no matter whether
the result of inherent causes produced by ir
regularity, illness or accident.
Nothing can be more surprising than its invigora-
ting effects the human frame. Persons all weak
ness and lassitude from taking it at once become ro-
bust and full of energy under its influence 1t imme
dately counieracts the nervelessness of the female
Frame which is the great cause OF barrenness.
Ii will not be expected OF u.s. in cases of SO delicate
nature, exhibit certificates OF cures performed, but
we can assure the afflicted that hundreds of case
have been reported tOus
Dr. TOWNSEND: My wife being greatly distressed
by weakness and general debility, and suffering
tinuay by pain and with other difficulties, and hav-
ing known cases where your medicine has effected
great cures; and also hearing il recommended for such
cases as have described. obtained bottle ofyour
Extract of Sarsaparlla and followed the directions
you gave me. I'm short period it removed her com
plants and restored her health Being grateful for
The benefits she received, take pleasure in thus
knowledging it, and recommending it to the public.
NJ ID. MOORE, cor. of Grand and Lydius SITS.
Albany, Aug. II, sl44
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From bc Pitisbarg Gazefie.


THE past summer (lS41l has been very renarka-
bic one Frequent and heavy rain, followed by
intense and long continued heat, had the effect, IN the
first place, To promote rapid growth OF succulnt9
vegetation and in the second to produce rapid de
composition of vegetable matter giving rise To niue
mirs'ua and spreading sickness, disease and death
in r. res which had heretofore been remarkable 10
their sa.ubrIty.
We are credihly informed, that whole meadows,
on which the grass was unusually heavy, rotted To
the ground and was not tt To be cut In indiana anu
illinois, the sickness was so general, that there wa
not enough well persons TO attend upon the SICK
whose sui rings were prctracted by want of prop
er remedies as well OF good nursing Much oil TINS
suffering might have been prevented had every lam
ily kept hand supply OF medicines suited To coun
terac the effects OF this miasma, with which the at
mosphere at certain times is surcharged. In add
ZION Ouinine, (which Is in such general as to
need no comment,) we would strongly urge every
family To keep on hand one or more boxes oil "DR
MLANL'S LIVER Pills"
These Pills are the prescription of an eminentPhy.
scian in MonongahaIa Co Virginia, and were used
by him IN his private practice as remedy In bilious
complaints for years before he thought OF offering
them 10 the public. Such, however, was the success
10 the Fills and great the number of persons beu-
Gifted by them, that the making OF the quantity requl
site 10 supply the increasing demand, began to inter
materially with the time required TO attend to
mis- practice. To prevent this he has made arrange,
ments with the house of j. KIDD & Co. No. 90 Wood
Street, PittSburg, Pa. to prepare and vend them
where the genuine may he procured at all times ano
in any reasonable quantity.
These Pills are not recommended as panacea for
all the ills that flesh is heir but in all affections
# the Liver and in all bilious complaints they stand
without Il rival. All who have ever used them, give
them the preference all other Pills, and cannot be
persuaded to exchange those which they find expert
ence to be mild Sgje and egtctai for any other, even
lhOugh they may be coated or SO drastic as 10
20 Through by day light"
Prepared for the proprietor by j. KIDD 81 Owhelos
sale Druggist, No 90 Wood Street, Pittsburgh, Pc to
whom all orders from distance must be directed
Sold also by our Agents and the principal Druggists
throughout the United States and Canada.
RJ- B.-Purchasers will please be particularan
inquire for - Dr. lrLane's Liuer Pills. as there ard
other Pills purporting to be Liver Pills now be IL
the public. dec22-w
Sold Wholesale & Retail by
CRAWFORD BELL
Nain-st Evansville Ind
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1848-08-31

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claims ri other ems ever
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selling hereby sy% S nr return the money "
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SD prescribe prfTeDe to Q4Hine and all GRe 1ees ;
Tonic but composed mmy
S PERSONS Of any
and quality and ALWAYS ,n %df Tys
after & % aOne indc
the remedies usually prepared and sold in the country r Tered mnv
and G ~ general SES eoRa S % nS@ %SeidSn
then be cOnncedO its superiority over all
Agu and Fever Chilli and Fever Billions H aeye
woud well supply tins valuable remedy always on hand especially
, nc ai g w hm ns " % prfen to ofy remedies ae
and certificates
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The author Si Tno n pD %s%e
S e G took nE o hs ppS cot ns % Ien receive proper
Sabbath morning take doses before shake came on came O
directed nndonly had time take three doses
hipase when and entirely disease Ibid not think possible med
petite IdOd@s ,,,c,,pr
Most respectfully PANS Tennessee September %ai Il, iSG
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DYSPEPSIA.

No fluid or medicine has ever been discovered
which nearly resembles the gastric Juice or saliva
in decomDosing food and Strengthening the organs of
digestion this preparation of SarsaparilIa /, pos
lively cures every case ofdyspepsia, however sever
or chronic.
BANK DEPARTMENT, ALBANY, May 10, 1885,
Dr.. TOWNSEND Sir Ihave been afflicted for sew
era years with dyspepsia in its worst FORM attended
with sourness of stomach, loss of appetite extreme
heartburn, and great aversion TO all kinds of food
and for weeks (what could eat) have been unable
to retain but small portion my stomach tried
the usual remedies but they had little effect in
removing the complaint. l was induced about two
months since, TO try your extract of SarSaparlla and
must say with little confidence; but after using
nearly two bottles, found my appetite restored and
the heartburn entirely removed; and would earnest
ly recommend the OF il those who have been
afflicted as have been, Yours, &c.
w w. VAN ZANDT
n. B. Purchase none but such have wrappers
that hide the bottle completely, and have the written
signature OF 5. ?. TOWNSEND.
Principal Office l26 Fulton-st, sun Building n. Y;
Redding * Co, SSiate-st, Boston; Dyoit 4 Sons,
1872 North-Second-s Philadelphia; s 5 Hance drug
gist, Baltimore; Durol &, Co Richmond; z. Nj. Cog
hen. Charleston; Wright & Co, l5l Chartresst, n.
o.; lbs South Pearl-st, Albany; r. Van Buskirk, 500
corner of Market and Broad sts, Newark, n. j. and
by principal Druggists and Merchants generally thro
out the United STATES West lndies and the Canadas
For Sale by ALLEN &. HALLCCK.
Druggist Main 81, Evansville Ind.
Who is appointed by the proprietor, Wholesale
gent with authority 10 sell Manufacturers prices.
For Sale also by RICHARD b. HALLt Ck.
Druggist Princeton, Ind.
march lS-d&w ly
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TIE AS! II EAS!i
ALLES Il ElGwES, Evansville, In.
AGENTS OF THE NEW FORK
CANTON TEA CCMFE NE.

The Oldest Tea Establishment in america
THE Canton Tea Company has been popularity
i known for many years This is the largest aud
oldest Tea Establishment in America. The public
have had full proof of their integrity and RESPONSE
blliy. But such has heen the great aud pressing de
nIand for their Teas OF late, that they have betn Vb
gcd t0 enlarge, To great extent their Two principle
establishments in New oTk, viz:
125 Chatham * 1G3 Greenwich streets.
They moreover possess facilities, IN relation 10 The
Tea trade, in very abundant degree, and doubtless
superior to any other Tea Concern III An.eflca.--
Their scrupulous regard to all principles that tend
to elevate the character of large house, is we'll Un
derstood, and has already procured them connee-
ton, probably, larger than all other 1 "a establish
ments united, and they consequently arr determines
TO sell teas purer fragrant and perfect Tor iee
price, in the aggregate, than any house IN the world
China excepted.
They most zealousy invite the attention OF the IA
habtants of this city and surrounding country 10
their agency-MG ssIs. ALIIS x liowIs', where The
following assortments are always on hand ahd ihes
feel no hesitation in stating, that wherever single
tral is made, very decided preference Is gwen ic
the celebrated Teas OF the Canton Tea Company.
% Reader make the experiment.
RetaH prices toiioTs, subject M all eGS's 10 b re-
turned n ,of gfuyrored al