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Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

Nh. ADAMS kISDNEss.-The anecdotes
related Of the old man eloquent would
fill volume. One of the most touching.
and eminentlv Illustrative of the devoted
ness which his domestic virtues called forth
from those in his service. was recently mar
rated to US. in substance as follows:
\ few years ago. as John Quincy Adams
was riding to the Capitol his horses be-
came unmanagable and overturned his
coach. dashing the driver an Irishman
who had long been in Mr. Adams employ
with great violence against a post at
the corner of the building. He was ia
ken up for dead. and carried to an apart
mcnt in the Capitol, under the room in
which Mr.. Adams brcathed his last. fol-
lowed by many persons, among them Mr.
Adams himself After some time the in
iured man was restored to consciousness.
and. apparently regardless for his own suf-
fcrings. turning MS eyes anxiouslv around
his first words were-.Is Nr. .idanss safer
Mr.. Adams replied that he was unhurt.-
The poor fellow exclaimed. Then | AM
CONTENT and rclapsed into an nncon-
scious statc-Thc venerable statesman
was deeply moved at this evidence of az
tectionate regard for his welfare. and tears
flowed down his checks. he wounded
and suffering man was taken TO the pat
riots house. but did not servivc until morn
ing. Mr.. Adams was engaged TO speak
in some important cause before the SUI
premc Court Of the nitcd States on that
day-it is believed in the Amistad case:
but his feelings were such that he went to
the Court, and. stating the circumstances
which had occurred. solicited, as per-
sonal favor. the postponemcnt of the case
till the next day, which was accordingly
granted. The tokens OF mourning were
placed upon Mr.. Adams doors, as if one
Of his own family had ceased. and the fu-
neral took place from his house. and I'M
der his personal superintendence. Truly
has it been said of the illustrious sage
that he concentrated affection al home
Salem NasS.) Reg.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

There is a great deal of truth in the fol-
lowing extract from Mr.. Greeley's speech
at the Clay meeting in New 1ork:-''It
is very fashionable with class ofpersons
willing enough TO be elected TO office. to
profess contempt for party. politicians.
and partizanshiP. as though partnership
were any thing else than mode-the
most etfectual mode-of expressing and
entorcin. conviction upon great public
questions. | regard the intelligent and
patriotic action of party. and especially Of
the Wing party. as essential TO the Preser-
walton of the liberties Of the country.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15
TELEGRApH.-Mr.H II. O'Reily's corps Of

TELEGRAPH.-Mr. II. O'Reily's corps Of
pole settlers have arrived at this place. on
their way TO DAYTON. They will return in
about ten days with the wire, when our
citizens will have an opportunity Of talking
with their friends in the east, with pens
charged with lightning. Communications
will then ne tran srnitted i'm little less than
no time at all. We may embrace the OPP
portuni,y ofthe first fash TO inform the gen.
tieman from Duck river that old Hal will
require his absence from the whit ehouse
from and after the 4th Of March next.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

The Prmtonan Berry, or Bush era nberry--
Mr.. \. Randall has sent TO the CT nclnnat llorti-
cultural Society, some seed of this new variety
Of fruit He says ii grows in great abundance
on the head waters Of the MouiaawIsa river, In
the low grounds 1t is a shrub from } 10 = feet
high, similar IN appearance 10 the gueideGrose
bail. The fruit 70: at all inferior IN Tia
vor to the cranberry Of the s~amps, and VII en-
gathe red can be cstinguish ed from il only by a
small pit. The fruit grows in large clusters.
remains o the bush during the winter, and is OF
a beautiful crimson color, giving it very orDa-
mental appearance. He also presented several
new varieties of straw berries He says in his
note that he found the mon red currant
growing in the woods, also, species, with
spnes the fruit, ana some species of the goose
berry, large raspberry, and fruit precisely
ant &C id taste. WhortieberrIes grow in great
abu,d nee the fruit often measuring half an inch
in diameter.
The Horticultural Society of the Queen city
has done much good in the introduction and pro-
pagation of new varieties of fruits 81 flowers, &
il is to be hoped its influence will extend to this
part of Hooserdom- Cannot some Of our hor-
tcuitu.aliz.s become members and bring among
rs some Of their rich collections
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15
WASHINGTON. March 8, P. ".

SEN ATE.-A petition was pr resented
PRAYING for the approp riation q the pso-
ceeds of public lands TO the abolition %
slavery by purchase. and iort.ie nnanuraas-
sion of female slaves.
A question of reception being raised the
petition was laid aside.
A resolution was offered by Jefferson
Davis. directing the Naval Committee TO
enquire into the expediencv of establish
ing u Navy Yard at Ship lSland.-Adop
ted.
Another resolution was offered by the
same gentleman, relative TO Light House
at Ship Island and Mississippi City. A.
doptcd.
On motion the Senate went into ENecu-
tive Session.
HOI SE.-The Speaker. after the House
was called to order. announced as the first
thing in order Mr.. Ingersoll's motion To
reconsider the vote on the bill for supply
ing the Deficiencies in the Treasury for the
current fiscal year.
4 very protractcd debate sprung up, in
which several members participated.
Mr. lngersoll defended his course in
speech which occupied the House until
late hour At the close he called for the
yeas and navs, which were taken. and the
motion to reconsider was decided in the
negative.
The final vote was then taken, and the
bill passed as amended Yesterday.
The House then adjourned
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

erMay is considered as an unfortunate
marrying month. A country editor says
that girl was not long since. to unite her
self in the silken tie, to brisk chap. who
named May in his proposals. The lady
tendery limited that May was an unlucky
month for marrying. ''Well. make it
June. then. honestly replied the swain.
anxious 10 accommodate. The damsel
paused a moment. hesitated. cast down
her ewes. and with a blush said
i" Wouldn't -iprH do as reii!''
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

WASHINGTON, March 6th-P. NJ.

WASHINGTON, March 6til-P. NJ.
SENATE.-At IL o'clock, the Vice
President, called the Senate TO order.
Sundry petitions and memorials were
presented.
They related mostly to unimportant
matters.
Hr. Miller presented the resolutions OF
the State of New Jersey in favor OF the
proceedings of the Chicago Convention.
Which was ordered TO be printed.
Mr.. Sewer, moved that the Senate go
into executive session, which motion was
agreed to.
HOUSE.-Mr. Bridges from Pennsyl-
vania, was sworn in and took his seat.
On motion the House proceeded 10 the
consideration Of tine bill exempting the
Judges OF the Supreme Court from Circuit
duties for two years, in order TO clear the
calender.
Mr. Bowler Of Missouri, spoke ably
against the bill.
Mr. Jacob Thompson proposed by in
serting one wear instead Of two, which was
adopted. and
The bill amended. exempting the
Judges Of Supreme Courts from CIicui
duties for one year. Passed.
Mr. Hall, Of Missouri, moved to suspenf
the rules in order that he might offer re
solution Of thanks to Col. Donniphan.
Mr.. Price called for the Yeas and Nays
which were taken, and the motion wa!
decided III the negative.
MIR. Cooke submitted aresolution instruct
ing the committee on military officers II
enquire what officers in the army, are en-
titled to the thanks Of Congress.
Adopted.
On motion the House adjourned.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

Az UNEXPECTED MEErING-A London
paper tells good story of an old gentle
man, a widower. with large family of
daughters. advertised for a wife, appoint
ing place of meeting. At the time and
place appointed, a woman appeared. thick
" veiled. She entered with down cast
eyes. which she dld not venture to raise
until the voice Of her swain in respectful
greeting fell upon her car. She started.
looked up and the next moment uttered a
shrek in 4 tone not unfamiliar to the gen
tieman' 5 ear. He took the liberty off
ing her veil. and beheld-his eideSt daugh-
ter, whom he had supposed safe at her
boarding school at Hammersrnith.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15
Des.ruc tive Fire NJ s. Louis.
Four Steamboats, Byrned-7SeS'<sdsss Les Z
Prsp>y,v-Three Li-es last

Four Steamboats, Burned-7re"<sdsss Les q
Prsperry-Zhree Lices Iosi
ST. LocIs. March llth.
Four ste ambosis, Avalanche, John ]. Hardiss
I.acleae, and TIib~rnia No. ! and also . barge
were destroyed by FIRE 1t The wharf.
The Avalanche had arrived from PittsssFgh.
and commenced discharging cargo: bot hsd ..
board f~o hundred boxes Dry Goods. nearly ell
Of which was Destroyed Boat owned q Pitis-
bu rgh-valae sl4, 0OO, which 10 partially esvsfsd
by insurance.
The Hibs.nia was losdisG for Nashville. :s4
had on beard about twenty five tons neef: h.dss'
&c Boat owned by the Cumberland IFee
works-va.ue k4,0O0-ns ipssrsDce. Perry.
Cape and Hart, deck hands. from Tess we're
burned.
H. Hardin owned by Hill, Lsckwesd Z -.
Gers; loading for Missosri River. hsd en ssssd
abou, thirty ions Of Groceries. &c. latter set
INSURED Boat worth $4,000. half u vhieA
was covered by insusaaes.
Lseiede owned heee-hsd - freight vsloo
Of boat, 81 2 ,OOO-insured for $500.
Barge had 900 tons Bsees, which viii - esses
in 4 damaged ecndi,iss.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

Working Trarerse.-The following
is the singular history of Mr.. Labouchere.
at present member of the British Cabi-
net:
In 1co2 he was a clerk in the banking
house OF Mr. Hope. at Amsterdam. and
was sent BY his patron TO Lord Barring. the
celebrated banker o. London. 10 negot;-
ate loan. He displayed III this affair SO
much ability, that he attracted the atten-
ton Of the English banker.
..Ah.'' said he one day to Lord Barring.
..you have charming daughter, VIII You
not accord me her handE'
"Youne mani no pleasantly! | like
YOU much. but how could Miss Barring be-
come the wife Of common clerk.'
But" said Labouchere, If | were as.
sociated with Mr.. Hope9'
'.Ah, that is very different. and would
most materially lessen the inequality be-
tween YOU"
Mr. L. returned to amsterdam. and said
to his parton. Il must be your partncr,'
MY friend do you think of that, you
are withou, fortune! and
But if were a member Of Lord Bar
ing's family
..lndeed! why. in that case would give
you partnership on the spot.
On the strength Of these two promises.
Mr.. l.. returned TO England. and two
months afterwards married Miss Barring.
because he had the promise OF Mr.. Hope
to make him partner as soon as he was
married to her and become associated with
Mr. Hope because he was married 10 Miss
DarinS.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

CHURCH BrRNr.-The Methodist Episco-
pal Church in Norfolk. Va. was destroy
ed by fire. on the night of the cd inst
Ii is generally considered the work of an
incendiary The Norfolk Herald says:
The building was insured in the Mutual
Insurance office for Sic 900 nett. though
/, must have cost two or three thousand
more to build it,
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

A Taylor mass meeting for Duchess
county. \. Twas called to assemble in
poughkeepise. on Tuesday. the eed. be-
ing the anniversary of W ashington,s Birth
The meeting was duly organized, ane az
ter deliberation and consultation. resulted
IN tae nomination Of Henry Clay.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

The New Orleans Delta states. on the
authority of a gentleman Immediately
from the cotton growing district OF Ala
bama. that the planters in that section are
making great preparations for a large forth
coming crop. Both land and negroes are
selling at advanced prices. and every thing
bids far for prosperous season.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

\ bill has been introduced into the New
Jersey Legislature "for the preservation of
newspapers which authorizes the clerks
of counties to subscribe and preserve in
bound form all the newspapers. published
IN them. No better general or local his
tory can be found than the newspapers.
and Ill future years as matters Of reference
they are invaluable
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15
The English Protestants have at length

The English Prote>tants have at length
succeeded in erecting a chapel at Jerusa-
lem. Ii is intended to be consecratcd at
the ensuing Easter holidays. The cree
ton OF this chapel in the city where the
Gospel vas first preached. and where the
Apostles received their instructions to ..eo
into all the world and preach the gospel to
every creature is truly an interesting
event.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

GIVE invite the attention Of the read.
er 10 the advertisement Of Oliver kinsey,
published in another column, for the sale
Of some valuable real estate. The sale
takes place on Saturday next.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

4 theft by means Of chloroform lately
took pack at Nardigny, in France. Two
persons went 10 an inn under the pretence.
q they sad. OF ordering little banquet.
They succeeded in putting the mistress
10 sleep by making her breathe the per-
tidious liquor which was concealed in a
small bottle within medallion. Her hus-
band had been sent away under the pre-
tence Of looking for some Of the party ex-
pected, who had not arrived On his re-
turn he found his wife in a state OF alarm
for she had not entirely lost her senses:
she bad been sensible of the robbers Ia
king away the keys, and had seen them
take from her closet a bag Of silver con-
tanning the sum Of 335 francs, with which
they had absconded.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15
notion the House adjourned.
WASHINGTON. March 7, p. N


SEN ATE-Aftcr the Senate was called
to order sundry petitions and memorials
were presented and referred.
Among the petitions was one by Mr..
Dix from the citizens Of New York pray
ing for custom laws relative to passengers,
baggage. &c.
Mr.. Jefferson Davis presented the pc
tiion of Maj. Borland praying for re-
enumeration for the services, &c, of the In
carnacion prisoners.
Mr.. Brces submitted resolution for
consideration, to enquire into the cxpadi-
cncy of Congress establishing a tariff OF
fees for District Attorneys.
Adopted.
Without transacting any further business,
and at an earlier hour than usual. the Sen
ate. on motion of Mr.. Sewer. went into
Executive Session, and sat until very late.
HOUSE.-Thc Speaker announced as
the first thing in order the reports Of COM
mittees.
Mr.. Evans, from the committee on Pub
lie Lands. reported a Joint resolution pro-
viding for continuing soldiers bounty, not
outstanding their promotion.
Mcssrs Evans. Richardson, and Has
KEEL spoke at considerable length i'll sup
port Of the resolution.
Mr.. Giddings wanted equal Justice done
to soldiers who fell in battle or died in the
army.
Mr.. N. Clermand followed in support
of the resolution.
Mr.. Uarralson advocated its reference
to the committee on Military Affairs.
The debate was continued by Mcssrs.
Pollock. Gildings and Hughes. until the
hour for taking up the order OF the day.
when
On motion the House resolved. itself in
to Committee of the whole on the State Of
the Uuion. and proceeded to the consider
alton of the Deficiency appropriation bill.
Several unmportant amendments were
adopted.
An amendment striking out all provisions
for new Missions was negatived.
The bill was ordered to a third reading.
when
motion was made to reconsider.
Mr. Chas. J. Ingersol moved that the
House adjourn-carried.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

The United States Governor of Mexico
has licensed three gaming houses in the
Mexican capital. They pay each a month
ly tax of 500 dollars for the privilege.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

1t is stated from official documents that
there are bat 81 600 slave holders in Ken
lucky. i'll a population of 275,OCO whites
over FL years Of age.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

In the Northwest. then lies the great
growth of the United States. as compared
with European nations. and in the Valley
of the Mississippi, nearly the whole of it,
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

THE USIoN.-The growth of different
sections Of the United States is thus stated:
Inc Of the East States in vears)I6t per cent,
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15
Wednesday. March 18th. 1915.

Fer PreSi9cHt.
Y WING. \ WHOLE WING. AND
NOTHING; DU L \ NiIiG.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1848-03-15

SENATORIAL rLECToRs.
JOSEPH u MARSHALL. Of Jefferson
GuDLONE :. ORTIZ, OF Tippecanoe.
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 WEKkEI RaFER.
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 Inventors Sil8 Hnd ia ifs cnlumns an autoealRc ~eekly he; of new Patents direct from the Clerk ol the Palsst OaRee. Aud while # is fsvoTHts medi- um with Patehtees EcF advising thsi impecsements, dealeaEs in Patent Righss will Sad It Indispensable Q the psoseeussoa of their business.
 In addition 10 its peeulaE departments the YaPes will eostsin Summary ef News. the Reports cl the Ameriean institute asd saeh ebciee sDcrai snd religious readings as Wiit make It a welcome and saSe visitor in every family.
 This pspes is printed weekly. on gnod Pares, en- heIlished wish 71yes Hsnxrsd Engravinge, and con sining forty eslumns cf closely printed mai- ter, ae @4- Two Dollars per Annuna in Advance.
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Ffez tAs Pststef. The Blood HeaRds.

have the heser to enclose you . communication ths memeAt received on the subject of proc u.ins blood besads from tha island Of caha 10 aid the army in iis operations against the Iaians in FIori da. Ten d<csdedfy IN TAvoa O THE ME4stxf sad beg isase 0 URGE asr.
 Cen. Tsyjzr to As Wsr Dspaysaeai, Jsig g. IS3s
 Here. boys. ss an oli Blood Hound Son. fhat we have fcand m an old Tip song book. The fac, that the whigs who sung this song in ls40, have pat np As their candidate Tor the Presidency the very man who iatrodneed the Cuba Blood Hounds into FIogi- d, nakes this song interesting aboos these days. WAR sOxG OF THE BLOOD HoU NDs.
 Trsr-"-fa tss Blue BOaasis" Bow WOW Tray. Blanche, and TaIly.he. Why. ye dogs, why don't ye forward ia sidas; Bow WOW Ring-ta'l snd T.ry- -ka.
 FoNr IsRs against itco on the Florida Borier TOwsss don't wag your tail Cato is on the trail Cesar is howbng hts signal fer battle: Sport has his nose iR trim. fee,oess you kaox !.
 ia Jim,
 Up with your tails and make ntat of the cattle.
 Chorus-BoW WOW &e. Row WOW be of geod muscle, dogs,
 Are we not soldiers of usele Sams arnyi Bow wow .--oa to the iaxsle dogs,
 Up wIsh yoar noses--ihs e nj is quite bainv Take care sf raIslc ssskes--t is had 10 battle Lsss. shsy hass none. ~Aiis We hss E., isss
 GR 'em.
 fsig up yosr nOses. togs--ysn ike eh Mae, dogs
 wefs eannoa a1 oyer, asd tt to make usi
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N1REMlzEEs

THE subscriber, agent for H. Habsrmsn Sa \ continue the former's business at h's old s'.a' on Main, near Markham street, and keep oon.'NAs ly on hand full and well sssorted stssk oi "'vss ries, Dry Goods. Boots, Shoes, Hardware es'''St &c, &e, all of which will be sold low for 'asn , highes, market prices will bs paid for ceoh"y P'' dace, as beef hides, peltries, besswsI' Se' .,sv
 Little Rock, 1e47.