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Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18
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| Mexico, THE TREATY.-The New Orleans
Bulletin predicts, on the strength of assurances
received in personal interview with Mr..
1rist, that there is little or no doubt of the
90 treaty" being ratified by the Mexican Con-
gress. The Crescent, however, doubts the re-
liability of the Bulletins informant.
1t was Supposed that the Court OF Inquiry
would close It's labors somewhere between the
Goth and 2jth of April, when Gen. Scott
would Immediately leave for the United States.
The Crescent has the following from Vera
Cruz, under date of April l9 -
The all-absorbing topic here now is, the tri-
al of 1t. John Smith, alias Collington, who
deserted with six of Captain White S men dur
! ing his absence or rather on the morning oi
his arrival from the city Of Mexico. The par
ty took with them United States muskets, for
ty rounds of ball cartridge, and provisions for
several days. Captain White started in pur-
suit of them Immediately after he received the
news Of their deseItion but after securing the
country for several miles he had To return, as
his horses were broken down. A few days
altcrward they were turned over to Captains
Kerr and White by party of Icnobia's $ band,
to whom they had offered their services, which
were declined by the Zenobia. The Court
Martial ordered for Smiths. (al'as Colmoton s)
trial, concluded his case yesterday. The SEN
tence, as yet, cannot be divulgcd. The Court
will next proceed with the trial of the men who
accompanied him.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

4 STATE FINANCES. General Treasurer
was requiied by a resolution of the General
Assembly, at its January session, ls1S, to re-
port, at the next May session, "the annual ex-
cess Of expenditures over the receipts (exclu-
ding from the receipts money borrowed) for
the five preceding years ; also, the amount Of
the State debt at the close Of this fiscal year,
to whom and when payable and an estimate
Of the expenses and revenue for the year end
ing May, isi9."
The following is summary of the General
Treasurer's report:
The aggregate of payments from May LIST,
1913 to May lst, 1874, was 1851 10
The aggregate Of receipts for the
same period, 58,Si7 81
Excess ofexpcnditures over receipts 8,8i3 sS
The aggregate of payments from
May lst 1874 10 May lst lsi5 was, 81, AGO 35
The aggregate of receipts for the
same period, 5S,720 30
Excess ofexpcnditurcs overreceipts 1910 0G
The aggregate of payments from
May LIST 1915 10 May lst 1916, was SGs, ,3IG 80
The aggregate of receipts for the
same pcrioI, 5o,G9l 30
Excess ofeypenditures over receipts, S,G2j OS
The aggregate of payments from
Nay lst 1916 to May lst lSi7, was $40, go 81
The aggregate of receipts for the
same period, l,ilj 90
Excess of expenditures overrcceipts, l5,3l5 2S
The aggregate ofpaymentsfro from May
LIST, 1917, to May LIST, loiS, was $79,o ,oG7 OF
The aggregate OF receipts for the
same period, 7I,Is2 "A
Excess of expenditures over receipts, s,OSl %
Aggregate of excess of expcndt-
ures over receipts in the forego-
ing five years, 500, ,G3s SO
Average excess of expenditure per
year during that period, 1897 II
The General Treasurer states, that he has
no safe and reliable data upon which he can
form an accurate estimate of the revenue or ex-
penditures for the year ending May lSi9, par
ticulary in relation to expenditures, which are
continually varied by the acts of the Legisla-
turc at every session. But there is reason to
believe, he conceives, Judging from the five
years past, that the deficiency in that year will
be from ten to twelve thousand dollars.
The amount of the State debt is reported to
be as follows, viz:
Due the public deposit fund, Sl52,7io 81
Note at the Bank of n. America, $4,000 90
Balance due from the State per bal
ance of his account current TO
May lst, 1913, 0,635 GO
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

A MINE OF WEALTn,-ln cutting through
the hills of Canterbury. n. H., for the Con-
cord and Montreal Railroad, the workmcn have
discovered soapstonc of the very best quality,
and apparently of considerable extent, which
is of ready sale at $40 ton. Operations in
quarrying the stone have already been com
menced, and the first freight car which pass
ed over the road last week, was freighted with
stone. A correspondent in the Concord Con-
gregational Journal, estimates the quarry AT
1000, 600 cubic feet, or l6G ,G66 tons, which,
at $50 Ton, would amount to the snug little
sum of - 1873 ,32O sufficient TO build and
equip some ten or twelve railroads like the
road TO Sanbornton.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

NJ The steamer America left New York
at a quarter past IL Wednesday for Halifax
and Liverpool, with 80 passengers for the lat
ter port, and for the former port, and S5O7,-
06G, in specie. In passing down the bay sew
cral guns were fired from the America, as a
parting salute.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18
6eralo Of the Gimes
RHODE Err;
" NEWPORT.

Printing.--The proprietor of the Herald
with the aid Of one of the celebrated Yankee
Card Presses, is enabled TO do all kinds of
Card Printing, in an exceedingly neat style,
and at very low prices. An assortment of
cards constantly on hand. lie is also, pre-
pared TO do all kinds of Plain and Fancy Job
Printing in very neat manner and at reason
able prices. Persons in want Of printing,
will do we'll to call aud examine specimens
of work and prices
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

DEsTRucTIvE FIRE-DaroH, May 8, =.
MA terrible fire is now raging. The yell
low store houses, and Elberts also have gone
Forty buildings have already been burned .
including the Steamboat Hotel, the American
and the Advertiser office.
One third of the city is threatened with dcs-
truction the flames are still raging
H. The New York Express says; "It is
singular that, in all the pressure on the money
market, both here and in Europe, there should
be so few failures. Our merchants have stood
the storm to the astonishment of everybody
The prevailing belief now appears to be, that
there is bright prospect ahead"
The negro girl imprisoned in the Paulding,
la, Jail, for numbering DIR. Longgon and his
family, has confessed. She AYERS, however,
that she was assisted by her father and another
negro The only motive Of the murdercrs was
to release the girl from service to DR.. Long
gon.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

DREADFUL RAILROAD AccIDENT-Two
CHILDREN CRusHED-Reading, Nay 0.-The
train from the city this afternoon, when near
Reading, ran over three children that were
playing about the track One was instantly
killed. and another so severely injured that re-
covcry is deemed almost hopeless. The third
fortunately escaped unhurt. They were all
the children of Il Mr. Young.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

! H. VIM. >. Birch, who was convicted of a
conspiracy TO defraud the Merchants Bank OF
Baltimore, in connection with Richard ]. Tur-
'ner, was sentenced in Baltimore on Monday
last, to pay fine Of $500, and TO be imprlson-
ed in the common jail for four years.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

the foremost Of his profession in both the great
departments Of law, of which the Supreme
Court, as now constituted, has extensive iuris-
diction; and that he will bring an accession
of learning, experience, industry, and ability,
to our highest tribunal, which cannot but have
the most beneficial effect on the interests of
individuals and the reputation of the State.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

H. The American Medical Association, at
their late convention in Baltimore, appointed
the following members as a delegation to visit
the British Medical Associations; DR.. Wood,
of Philadelphia, Dr. Bigelow, of Boston, and
DIR. Mcguire, Of Winchester They were al
so authorized to increase the delegation to
twelve.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

MARROW EscAPE.-Whle the procession at
the opening Of the Connecticut Legislature
was passing along the streets of New Haven
on Wednesday, the tongue of the bell Of the
Baptist church, which was ringing, became
unloosed, and was thrown down with great
violence amidst the crowd in the street below.
No person was injured, although the tongue
fell between two ladies', grazing their dresses.
1t weighed about so pounds.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18
AN ACT in amendment OF AN act entitled an

AN ACT in amendment OF AN act entitled an
AT in relation. TO the Supreme Court.
n is e,lactsd by The G,n,rak .is@B,Jiy os )oiicws
Section /. The salary of the Chief Ju,-.
tic of the Supreme Court slal he nine hundred
dollars per annum and each of the Associate
Justices Eve hundred and Fly dollars per att
mum, to he paid quarterly by the General
Treasurer; and all entries paid IN said e. urt
shall he equally divided between ,hcm AN =
now by law provided.
Sec. y. bills aud petitions in equity cent
mence5 m said court " one County may In
heard and decided, aud motions in such causes
may be made, heard and decided in any o,h,r
County al the direction of ssid tour, i'm
session. and IN case Of moiious, at tho d',cre-
tion Of a single Justice in yasStion and szid
Couri shall hate power 10 make all such rules
aua oldvr ~ may IN their opInrn hs r~~~s.a-
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

ELEcrED.-Thomas NJ. Burgess, Whig
has been elected Mayor Of Providence, receiy-
ing 632 votes out of 6S2, the whole number
cast. All of the other candidates for city Off
GERS, were also elected without opposition
The City has voted, by large majority against
granting hc,nses .jor The sale Of intoxicating
dy,1ls
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

uJs A vessel loaded at Rockpor, the other
day, says the Telegraph, with two hundred
and sixteen tons of granite, for Newport. X. !.
The vessel is one hundred and thirty tons
burihcn.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

MAISE.-Thc Legislature Of Maine assemb-
led at Augusta on Wednesday. Caleb II. Ay-
or, of Oxford County, was chosen President of
the Senate, and Daniel :. Pike, of Augusta,
Secretary. lIughD ID. Mcclellan was re-elect-
ed Speaker, aud Samuel Bclch"r, Clerk
Mcclellan received % votes, Wm. Paine 10,
Scattering 3. The officers chosen are Of course
all Iocolocos
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

C. Mustang writes from the city ot Mcxl-
CO under date of April li,h /" ! AIN exceed
ingly sorry Mr.. Trist did not remain here long
or. lie could have exercised stronger lnfu-
cncc in the ratification than any person the
Government could send here, and our Govern
men, certainly made a great mistake in send
ing him home prisoner at tins particular
time"
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

CoNNEcTIcuT.-A primary meeting of the
Wing members of the Legislature was held at
New Haven on Wednesday evening, TO select
candidates for United States Senators, who are
to be chosen at the present session. Hon. r.
5. Baldwin, at present Senator by the APP
pontmont of the Governor, and Hon. Truman
Smith, now a member Of the Hotse Of Rep
resentatives, were nominated, and will of
course he elected, the Legislature being Whig
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

IrJ' The Adams House, Boston, has been
leased by Messrs. Holman & Clarke, Of the
unhcd States Hotel, aud is shortly to be open
al ~ hr. class Temperance House
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

The celebrated Ilonora Shepard has been
found guilty in New York Of passing a coun-
tcricit bill, and sentenced to the State prison
Tor seven years. six months.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

ARR,y,L % SPEcIE.-The fast sailing brig
Perfect, Capt. Gardner. arrived here last eve
ming in nine days from Tampico, with specie
for several commercial houses in tins city, a
IN all to $50, sos 90
" Orl,gps Msr,7rV, Msy
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

PosrpoNED-In consequence of the rain
yesterday, the funeral ceremonies of MAJOR
vinton have been postponed to to-day. The
Newport Artillery Company which went mp
yesterday, are quartercd in the Armory ofthe
Marine Artillery. Preparations have been
made for large military display.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

Court OF MAGIsTRATEs-Saturday, May
18th, lSl8.-&ate as. Sessions Hopkins, on
complaint for selling liquor without licence. -
The defendant was bound over with surety to
take his trial at the present term Of the Court
of Common Pleas, in 500. In consequence
Of the absence of one of the Court, all other ca-
ses pending were postponed to MONDAY, (this
day. at o, A. NJ.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

FIRr.--Ihe great fire at Detroit. which We
briefly noticed day or two since, took from
the spark of Propeller and destroyed property
to the amount of S2O0,0O Three hundred
families were burnt out Of their homes.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

A New CouSTERrEiT.-Countcrlcit five
dollar bills Of the Connecticut River banking
Company, Hartford, c., arc in circulation.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

Mr.. Astor, though an alien, was authorized
to purchase and hold real estate in New Yorl,
State by a special act in 1889.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

DrsrRucriyE Fms The Laundry, at Chcl-
sea, Mass, was destroyed by fire on Thursday
morning. Loss $4,000 or $4,000.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

The final adjournment Of the Massachusetts
T,ccisli,urc took place "Wednesday evening.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

MARYLAND FOR CLAY.-The Wing State
Convention has declared Henry Clay to be the
first choice of the Wings of Maryland for the
Presidential candidate. The entire delegation
appointed to the National Convention consists
of Clay men.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

FouR STEAMBOATS, BuRNT.-Pctersbur
May IA despatch from ST. Louis, of May
8, announces the destruction by FIRE of ur
steamboats, that morning, viz the May, the
Mail, the Missouri Mail, and the Lighltoot.--
The fire originated in the Mail, which was
without insurance. All the rest insured. En-
ire loss estimated at $50 900
/ TIE BouNDARY.-The Resolution of the
Committee dissenting from the award of the
Commissioners on the disputed boundary be-
tween Massachusetts and Rhode Island, has
been adopted in both branches ofthe Legislature
of Massachusetts. The jurisdiction over the
disputed territory therefore remains with X.
Island
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

THE NEw YoRK ExPnEss. James Brooks.
Esq, has become sole editor and proprietor of
the New York Express, Mr.. Townsend reilr-
ing TO his villa on Staten Island. We are glad
to find that the veteran has accumulated sui
f-iency Of this worlds goods to enable hun TO
live in ease and independence the remainder oi
his days. Mr. Brooks is still IN the pnine OF
BE. which, his known energy and talents,
is a sure guaranty Of his Publishing hrsl-ra'e
newspaper.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

! Mr.. WHEAToN.-A late number Of the Lon
don Times, in an article upon the Schleswig
question, quotes the opinion of the late Henry
Wheaton, ga name,' says the Times, "which
we cannot mention without passing tribute to
the character, the learning, and the virtues Of
a man who as a great International lawyer,
leaves not his like behind"
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

H. At the late session Of the Assembly in
this town, the following Public Notaries were
chosen for this county -Eleazer Treyitt,
Daniel G.. Denham, William Gilpin, William
L. Sheffield, George w. Ellcry, John L..
Sands, John X. Randolph, Samuel Clarke,
Christopher f.. Robbins, William A. Burt,
Josiah 3 Peckham, Augustus Bush, Christie
pher G.. Perry, Robert j. Stevens.
Benjamin Mumfoh was chosen Justice #
the Peace.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

The Washington (Pcnn.) Press states that
on Thursday morning, the citizens in the neigh
borhood of the residence of Mr. Charles Greer,
Of Rich Hills, were aroused from their slum-
bers by the appearance of fire, and on reaching
the spot, found the residence of Mr.. Greer
wrapped in flames, and the bodies Of Mr. and
Mrs Greer burnt to a cinder. 1t is supposed
that the old couple had been murdered in theil
bed by some demon in hunma form in order
to possess himself of Mr.. G's money, and that
after committing the robbery, to cover over the
vllainy, had set fire to the house.
RIOT IN SALEM.-The Journal learns, from
Salem that a disgraceful riot occurred at the
exhibition of Sands, Lent e. Cos. Circus, in
that city, Tuesday evening. 1t seems that
more tickets he'd been sold than the immense
canvass would accommodate, and the seats
being overloaded, broke down. At this the
crowd became exasperated and fell to destroy
ing whatever property they could lay their
hands on, which of course resulted in general
melee between the audience and the company.
Several arrests have been made.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

VRGINn.-1he Washington Union has re-
turns from all the counties in Virginia except
four, Lee, POcahontas, Roanoke and Scott /;
which are all supposed to have elected Demo-
Gratis. If so, the account will stand as follows:
Last House of Delegates, 7 Wing majority /;
next house, 10 Democratic majority Last
Senate, 10 Democratic majority. Next Sen
ate, IL Democratic majority
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-05-18

A WHALER.-The ship MARGARET, which
we noticed short time since, as having arriy-
ed at this port, has been purchased by several
of our citizens and is now ft,iug out for a
whaling voyage. She viii sail the middle or
latter part of June.
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1848-08-09
NEW ESTABLISHMENT.
THE GREAT WESTERN CLOTHING
S3'<aissI

orc w GRAHANon Monroe St next dsor 10 sweepevs
Bells Glass store in the room lately occupied
by Hamilton, Sands & Co.
q AN now receiving an entire stock of Goods.
n consisting in part OF black. blue Green brown
Mnberry, invisible Green, and Dahlia Broadciofhs
Black doe skin and plain black Cassineres all GRADES:
Frcucb. English aud American fancy cassmeres great
variety; Black aud fancy Satins Silks Narsaie Cash
meres, SILK and Linen. and other Kind Of fashion
allie goods for Vests; Tweeds. Cashmeretts Summer
cloth. Drap, etc. Crutor cloth, and other art
Giles suitable for summer coats; French linens linen
Drills cotton Drills cassinefs muslins rsicoes and in
fact every article necessary fashionable Merchant
Tailorin. Establishment.
READY MADE CLOTHING
My stock of Ready Made Clothing will he decidedly
preferable to any IN the city from the fact they are
all fresh. having made them up during the asst month
| think can safely say there as good stock
OF clothing in the city, and determined O sell them
al much less prices than Clothing has heeu sold here
before The stock viii consist of Frock and Dress
coats, all sizes, coors aud prices: Simmer coats all
SORTS sizes and kinds Panaoons cassine cassincres
summer cloth cotton, linen tweed, and ali ether SORTS
Vests of all sorts and Snds Stocks RoSoms collars
Shirts Drawers, Undrrshirts, eravas, hdk'fs Gloves
Suspenders, Hose and half hose, and every article
ally kept in a Clothing Store.
My stock ~ large aud fashionable, and purchased in
New York and Phila iephia for the ready money aud
ready money are my terms OF selling them; and az |
have located myself permanently IN business, am de-
tcrmlned to give my whole attention havg my clo
thing well made and will sell them much less than
any other establishment III the CITY.
70 NV Old friends aud the public in general | would
say give me call,and know my clothes and my prices
will suit you.
Don't forget; the store is Menroe street, next door
TO Sweenys & Bells Glass store. G. W GRAHAM
Wheeling, April 10
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1848-08-09
GInfDfuu.
NEW AND CHOICE GOODS NOW IN STORE
ALEX ROC ERS.

No ~ Water street, xt door Norih OF the OYSTER
Depot and adjoining Forsyth & raker's Warehouse \
q AK - this opportunity return his thanks to h
old erds ard customers and also TO his many new
ones who have 50 kindly patron zeJ his Establishment
ant he is dei'rniret 10 omit pains not only to
co iHuc il'e eu increase the number in such way
AlI ny such "aus hat non, who give him call will
fail 10 continue t9eir custom. Ne has nov in store
large and very choice rirtsnt Of Spring Goods viz
French. English and BE ian CLOTHS, Cassiueres I'd
NeSitugs' with rreat variety OF six. Satsu Nev.t.
ad Marseles Neatings: Cotton Linen and Tweed Pau
oh siuts. lsrge variety. also Ready Made Clothing
eqna to custom work, conprsint every variety af
Coats, Pantaoors, Vests. etc al the favorable
ter4s All he asks is cali. he Is ised his arrange
mems are such that none te appointed obtain
ING any article hat he NAV want IN he u sud this
end h. decus hadv reassure his friends
AMI the public that the utmost conf drnre may had
the accurscv Of NJ and superiority af manufarture in
ms Esiah shueu experience Of 20 years and the
unwavcrine confidence of host Of friends is test
guarantee. Alex ROGERS
m u No 10 Water Wheeling Va
Wheeling times and advertiser. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1839-1849, 1848-08-09
FEa"u Goods.

O. w. HEISkELL
Has inst returned from New York. and il snow receiv
ing lbs Second stsek OF
NEW SUMNER GOODS,
Comprising most Of the fashionable and most recent
styles OF Dress Goods and in the most desirable coOrs
They consist. part Of the following superb goods
Twisted sin Grenadines bro, nazarne blue & mode
proche Bresillunie. IN brown aud slack;
Fousrd SILK Tissues. in brown x maZarlne blue;
Gfcuadiue Tissues, IN nazarine blue, brown, SC.
Toll de Lind beautiful article, in mode coinrs
Printed Herman. in variety OF desirable coors;
Satin stripe and plaid Bersges. in great variety;
French Nusitns. Orgsndie Lawns & Battise Bingham
Rich Embroidered Brocsde Silks;
Black hoiied Silks very rich iustre & extra width;
fou'ard and every variety Of rich Silts.
AsO-A choice selection of beautiful Rbtnns,
Rich black sir Laces aud elegant black lace Shswls;
Green Fsrsspls and Parasoletts and other articles.
10 WIN le opened during the present week. th'
most beautiful and varied assortment of Shawis eve
offered ia tits city. Also, few embroidered or
CANDY Nesites; extra rich Cares. new style worked
Collars, entirely new aud rich. Bonnets IN great vari
ety. together with il stock ofsiae and other goods.
Wheeling. MAY ,, 1sts.