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The following interesting letter from President Roberts
was addressed 70 g. Ralston esq, OF Philadelphia:


GOVERNMENT HOUSE,
MoNRovIA, September IL, 1913.
DEAR SIR wrote yon lew days ago, announcing the
probability thai in few weeks the slave trade would he
completely annihiated at the Galinas have the sails
faction inform you thar my expectations have been
fully realized The chiefs bave consented TO abandon for
the traffic, ard have actually delivered Captain
Dunlop, Of her Maestys ship Alert" all the slaves col
ected here for exportaton and have turned the foreign
slave traders oil the country. The slaves have awaited
themselves Of tho captains kindness and taken passage
also in of her Msesys ships Tor Sierra Leone having
first soemnly promised Capt Dunlop that they would
again attempt 10 revive the slave trade at Galinas that
neighborhood.
Our negotiations stil going Tor the Gainss and
think will be closed TO satisfaction. The prin
cpa obstacle is removed and jurisdiction will
soon prehend that territory II will then be impossible
ain revive the traffic OF slaves any point be-
tween Sierra Leone and Cape Palmas arm happy TO in
form you that public affairs going smoothly,
though late ets Tor the suppression OF the slave trade
and considerable amount we have had TO pay for
new territory have rather embarrassed us pecuniary.
think we have great cause for encouragement
Our relations with & natives of the most friendly
character Commerce is increasing, and citizens
giving more attention than to agriculture,
am, dear sir respectfully, your obedent servant,
J. j. ROBERTS.
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y opposite Browns Hotel
90 demijohns and 100 bottles side Madeira Wine
20 do and 100 bottles reserved Madeira Wine, imported
in 1889 by Messrs McIlvaine Williams Of Baltimore, Md.
Old pale and brown Sherres, in wood and bottles
Old Port pure and fine quality do .... ....
Old London Brandy, Goddard, Oard, Matel, and
other choice brands in wood and bottles 49,. .,..
Champagne Wine approved brands viz Moet Heidseck
Num- aud other standard brands, warranted pure
Jamaica Rum high proof and finest flavor
Holland Gin, Of fine quality
Irish and Scotch Whiskey, Of tine favor ...
Va Rye Whskey OF superior quality, in wood and bottles
scotch Ale and London Brown Stout
Havana Cigars Vic0ras Frankins Silva, and
brands, Chewing Tobacco sale by
GEO. THOS. PARKER Co.
Dec. l9-6wif
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CHRISTMAS NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS., his Fancy and
Perumey storc Pennsylvania avenue, National Hotel
viii Wednesday, the lsh instant Of those rare
Christmas presents which he has imported expressly for his
TONER'S distribute their friends during the coming hoydays
Citizens, members Of Congress- and strangers respectfully invited
10 call and look al them. Dec ls-3m
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mo elecon.l
For MI Wirhrop.- Messrs. Aston, Anderson, Ashmun,
Baker, Bennett Bokee Bowie, Breck, Briggs, Burrows,
Chester Butler. Thomas Butler, Calvin, easy, Chandler,
Clark, Cole Conger Conrad, Corwin, CIowe Deberry,
Dickey, Dixon, Duer Duncan Alex Evans Nathan Evans
Fowler, Freddy, Goodenow, Cot, Gould, Gfinnel Hal
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The four frstnarned gentlemen having received ma.
Ioriy OF the votes cast declared elected and the
committee stands complete as follows.
Mr. Mason, Chairman; Mr. Yulee, Mr.. Miller, Mr..
Shields, and Mr. Beuien. = -
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Christmas Presents.


John MILLER conisctoneI Pennsyyaaa avenue sosa sds,
his friends he has received and opened
part fresh imported goods, comprising
line business, and sulfzbe
for present article requisite f e coming boy
days Christmas and New Ye sschs In ue greatest Abundance
nd variety. i.
large and splendid assortment Of confectionery Large CAKES,
every jces OF AZ kinds Of The most
superior quality Charlotte Russo and blanc image, kep constantly
hand and furnished In quany u she sorss notce
Parties balls and weddings VIII be ptcmpdy snded 70 Table
sssaa a splendid selection for the shove
purposes.
Preserved apples, peacses sunces daasos, Ae WIN every
other variety. e h'H. .....
Prunes grapes lemons, oranges raisns.
A large supply of FSereh green peas
Mushroom asparagus.
Walnut and mushroom catsup .. ....r.
Superior uufhes .H4
Cuuant and other jelles. $50
Picked Tomatoes rfIsi4i
Tomatoes slowed, in boxes. " ~
Capers olives. f-tW
French and English mustard.
French chocolate
Sauces, consisting o.
Havre Sauce, g. .... ...
Rual table sauce,
Worcester sauce
Reading sauce,
Essence % lobster,
India
Curry powder.
addition above NJ splendid assortment Of fanc
boxes, Of almost every variety and quality.
j. will attend dinners public private parties, su
terms and with such arrangements a cannot n Gve me
demands q an who may require m
from his Promputnd and well Known shV'
meet wishes the encouragement Of ae public
Dec lg--a
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ON TERRITORIES.

On motion by Mr.. MANGUM. the Senate proceeded
to ballot, with the following result for four msnbers OF
the committee &I
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CHRIsTMAs AND NEW YEARS PREsENTs-Jol

rHRIsTMAS AND NEW YEARS PHESENTS.-yOHN
GIBBS will open during the week choice, rich, and varied
assortment OF beautiful Hoiyday GOODS such as
Work boxes port euies, writing desks, and writing
Odor cases, toilet facons
Card
Silver OF pearl, shell, and enameed card
Of pearl ivory tablets for balls and other purposes
silver gilt and plated bouquet holders
Very elegant and fashionable evening fans
monnaies and
Of fine jewery such hngengs, medaions,
breastpins earrings, sc.
Gold and silver pencils, pens, pcnholders, &c.
Fancy fruit aud flower baskets.
And great quantity pretty articles which
attention Of the public Is respectfully invited.
= JOHN ". GIBBS,
Fancy store, Penn. avenue, between st and 10th
1e-6uf
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CoRREcrIoN Those gentlemen first announced, in ou
report of yesterday, voting for Mr. Miller on the 52c
ballot, voted for Mr. McClernand.
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TOILETTE ARTICLEs.-we have this day received the
assortment of toilette articles opened
Washington We invite citizens members OF Congress- and
visiting Washington look fresh stock this opening
PARKERs Comb Fancy, and Perfumey Store, Pennsylvania
avenue, National Hotel Dec is-3uf
N RS. X. y. POUDER informs her friends and patrons
mat she has this day received from New York choice lot Of
sacks vises &c. Of Tue velvet and merino Also variety
Of and Christmas presents Ladies, give her call
Dec le-d6t
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roR THE HOLIDAYS, &c.


DRAWER BOOKS and bindinr with clasp
oxford and other Bibles do do
Gilt books in rich bindines, albums
Juvenile and holyday books, coiorcd Toy books
Amusing Rnmes puzzles
Papier msche portfolios, morocco and velvet DO
Ladies' and geniemen writing desks and dressing cases
Furnished and plain work boxes, needle cases. and books
Papier msche and bronzed inkstsndishes, card trays
Pearl folders and reading books
Fancy desk weights and bells
IVORY papier card and souvenirs
Velvet and Turkey morocco porte monnse and pocket eoO
cigar
Pearl memorandums pearl, glass, and fancy pen holders
Rich papetere with envelopes, wsers, &C.
Glove boxes, gold pens and pencil leases
Lubn's extracts Cologne soaps, and perfume bags
Rogerss fne pen knives, rszcr-, and scissors - 49,.
Embossed lace vetedsed, and gilt note paper, envelopes %
WATERS
Fancy and motto waters, Backgammon bores
Wedding paper and envelopes
Gold and silver paper chess men and boards
English French American and letter papers, and en'e
opes
Tooth nail hair brushes and combs
Transparent states, playing cards
Blank and visiting cards Of all kinds
Visiting cards neatly engraved and printed
Blank books, states, steel pens, quilts, waters
Drawing paper. lead pencils, Bristol boards
articles the stationery line 81 the best quahV ~'
for be purchased anywhere the county,
WILLIAM y. BAfLf,
Penn. av. between llh and l4h street.
Having imported stamping he u prepared 20 mp
and note paper ami envelopes with letters hs cgsone ~
Dec is-fW
POLAND csshsi, No. B. Th. day received, toI sale e.
Dec IL bookstore, near Oh street n
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Rich Fur Goods.
DY arrivals have complete assortment Of
ID splendid fine fu in The various forms worn, and o. me
fashionable Styles many OF which would be suitable
appropriate opporune remembancc during the approach
ing festive
Sable muhs, victornes, and cuffs
Stone muffs, palaines, and adelaide collars
Rich long fur Hudson Bay black lynx do DO do
Russian fitch do do do .
Kamptschatka bear do do = $50. - "
pure white emne, comprising muh adelaide collar
cynetdown pelerines yictorines, and adelaides
swansdown trimming .........
Cygnet do very superior
ALSO,
Ladies' and misses French grey felt bonnets
Chidrens white and black beavers, beautifully
trimmed the most complete assortment this side
Fur gloves, foot muffs, carriage rugs
Buffalo robes, sc. WILLIAM r. TODD,
Fashionable hat and fur depot Of
Dec. ls-d6uf Browns Hotel, Washington.
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EDUCATTON-Tbe of parents desiring for
II the advantage OF thorough Instruction. In union with be careful
attention allowed by plan Of select
school, Institute, which
l Of October The tuson Of the school,
Theological Seminary Of virginia. within three miles Of Aexan
da, reted agreeable, and healthy The effort habualy
pupils under the influence Of Christian principles
embraces the English French Latin,
languages Mathematics and other branches liberal
education including all that necessary preparation for coge.
Pupils will be received at any period Of The year.
500 for the Of from October
following August proportion for time payable semi
ally For brothers, $50 each M the session Of
months $40 per annum for bedding during the first
Address Rev. GEORGE A. SMITH, Principal
!. Nov 25-3tawd&2wc
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been aUecliolatelt oeioVeu.
A most humorous incident occurred at
the courthouse. the other day, during the
examination Of Cogzell, charged with al
attempt TO kidnap free coIored girl, Mary
at the residence Of Mr.. Sloane, in thi
county. A Miss Sloan was in the witness
stand
Attorney for defendaat--What do yor
know about the matter?
Wnncss--l was in the sitting room whe'
Mary came from the kitchen hurriedlv, ant
Coszel after her. He caught hold Of her a
the sitting room door, and said. .Mary, 70.
have been here long enough; come and g
home now
Attorney for defendaat--What did Mar!
say?
Attorney for the statc-Stop ,here-l OBJ
ject 10 the question!
Here discussion Of more than an hour
took place, in which four lawyers participa
ted; after which the justices held long ant
app ren,ly very warm debate, as TO ,h'
propriety permitting The witness to an
swer the question. Al length one Of the
Justices arose, and stated that mn iority
Of the court were in favor of the opinion
that the question should be answered.
The court house was crowded-ihe interes
was intense. Curiosity was wrongh, up t
the highest pitch, TO know whs, the answer
was which the lawyers and court deemed
SO important.
Attorney for defendent--Miss Sloan
the court says you may answer the ques
ton. What did Mary say when Cogzel
took hold of her. and said, You have beer
here long enough come and 60 home?
Here the audience leaned forward-res
piration was suspended.
Witness-.She didn't say a 'rord!.
Result--a shower of vest buttons. Hills
borough Ga=.
CHAPTER ON HATs.--'For Gods sake
old woman, get off my hnt' said old Roger
at the concert, as he saw n two hundred
and fifty FOUNDER settle on his new ventla
ted castor. Old woman! 1t was an IN
gallant expression, but the circumstance
would seem to justify il. A new hat was
new era in his existence, and this was
one of Aborn's latest. Recovering himself
and pressing over his knees as best he
might, his crushed tile, the wrinkles but
too plainly apparent, he continued:
q wouldn't object to your trying it on,
ma'am, were there the least chance OF its
fitting; but it is evident that it isn't large
enough:I never saw a hat worn that way
before, and do not want to furnish one &c
experiment upon either.
BEsFIRM wind and the waves may
beat against rock, planted in troubled
sen, but il remain unmoved. Be you like
that rock, young man. Vice may entice,
aud the song and the cup may invite
Beware--stand firmly at your post. There
is glory in the thought that you have re-
sisted temptation and conquered. Your
bright example will he to the world what
the lighthouse ia to the mariner upon the
sea shore. 1t will guide hundreds to the
point Of virtue and safety.
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DAVENPORT IOWA. THURSDAY, OCTOBER %, ls4e

lowing the American Gag, which was
mounted on a lance; they escorted, amid
every token Of respect and homage, the
grateful objects Of their democratic syrtIpa-
thies, back again TO their longed for resi-
dences.
Nothing could more happily confirm oil
my speculations on the reality OF French
affection for America, which is found TO be
sure only amongst the mnssea, since the
upper classes are naturally devoted 10 arts
tocratic privileges, and seek alliance with
anything but democratic communities.
To confirm in every particular the thrill
ing facts have related, would be happy
to give in full the names Of the parties in
question, whose responsibility woul1 be
sufficient guarantee; but as they consisted
chiefly Of ladies', feel a certain hesitation
in taking such a liberty. | will merely
state that received these particulars from
the "heroine Of the flag" herself, Mrs. J. R.
H, Of the Fifth Avenue, New York.
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DRUGS AND MEDICINES.

IA GENERAL and complete assortment
- of Drugs and Medicines, Paints, Oils, VAR
nishes, Dive Stuffs, Brushes, Fancy Articles,
Perfumery, etc, just received and for sale at the
lowest rates for cash.
Having selected my stock with reference to
The retail trade every article ia warranted OF the
best quality and may be returned at my expense
if found otherwise.
Country Physiciansare solicited to call, ascer-
tain the rices and examine the quality OF the
medicines. A. SANDERS,
Opposite Steamboat Landing.
Davenport, May 10Th, l64e
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w. ID. SMITH.
Vxp lTCH AND CLOCK MAKER

wv NTCH AND CLOCK MAkEls,
- would respectfully inform the citizens
OF Davenport and vicinity that he has located IN
this place. Clocks, Watches, sundry Music
Boxes repaired in the best manner and shortest
notice; gold rings, breas, pins, earrings, silver
lthinbies and pencils, steel bags, beads and
tassels for sale low for cash. Also the best
quality Of metallic pens; old gold and silver ta-
ken for goods or work
Shop on Front Street, near B. Sanford's, Sign
Of big watch.
July 26th, l849.
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A celebrated wit made one Of his happi.
est Jokes, when he heard that Bishop, who
had been sent to Portsmouth, preparatory
to transportation for life, had escaped
Cad, SIR said he. ',e must have been an
arch Bishop to do that; and vet his dislike
to the sec is quite unaccountable.' 2A
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THE IRON INTEREST.

1t bias been the duty Of all nations capa-
Bile Of producing iron, to protect this great
interest. As early as TAO, Sweden estab-
lished bank to promote this production,
by lending money upon the ore at 4 per
cent; and the Bank Of Stockholm still re-
ceives iron as security for loans. With
these facilities, the trade soon established
itself upon firm footing; and as late as
1905, Sweden undersold England in the
iron market, withstanding The immense
mineral resources and advantages Of the
latter kingdom. This was under duty Of
two pounds per ton. In 1904, the duty in
England was raised TO FIVE pounds one shill-
ing sterling. I, was gradually increased,
till, in 1919, it reached seven pounds eigh-
teen shillings and sixpence. In the inter
val, the production of pig iron had increas-
ed from 25s, 900 to 5sl 1857 tons; and Eng
fish capital, instead of being Withdrawn to
Russia and Sweden for their benefit, was
distributed among English farmers, English
furnacemen, English laborers, and remain
ed in the Country to swell the aggregate
Of English comforts and English wealth.
Under the operation Of this benignant and
Just protection to home labor, the English
production Of 25S,OOO tons in 1906, was
swel!ed to the enormous amount Of $780,
600 tons in 1913. Within the FIFTY years
preceding 1914, the production Of Coal in
England Ind increased from 600 tons a
year, to 35,OO0,OOO tons; and the manufac-
ture Of iron from $4,000 to lists, 900 tons
Of pig metal. Reflect for moment on the
advantages which accrue to labor in every
department Of human industry from this
vast increase 10 production and manufac-
su.c. 1t is not too much to say, that the
development Of her coal and iron, within
the last half century; has been the source
Of greater benefit 10 England than all the
other branches Of her productive industry
united.
A great question now presented to the
American people il, whether the United
States Government. shall foster and en-
courage the domestic iron trade--so as to
realize from il portion Of the vast adv an
tsges that the agriculture and labor Of 9TH
er countries have realized from the protec-
tive policy or. whether this great interest
shall be entirely abandoned to foreign coun-
tries, leaving US dependent on foreign skill
and labor for the manufacture Of our can
non balls, our bayonets and musket barrels.
The great fluctuations in English prices
render il impossible 10 prosecute the trade
successfully, under system of all ralorem
duties. r. the home manufacturer cannot
calculate whether the foreign article is to
pay duty on a price Of five pounds or a
price Of tent is evident enough that
there can be no safety or stability in the
home mauufacture.--Wa Washington Repub.
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A weak mind sinks under prosperity A.
we'll as under adversely. A strong and
deep mind has two highest tides--wbe1
the moon is at the full, and whess thers =
no moon. Ysa sN
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In I77l, fatal duel took place between
= Major Hobbs, Of Liverpool. and Lieut..
Sussex, Of the 18th dragons. Tho latter
was killed at the third FIRE. To the aston
ishment and horror Of all, the victim proved
be woman. Major Hobbs proceeded
to London and blew out his brains.
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The LAST RusE.-A young man Of pre-.
possessing appearance, and captivating ad.
dress, who gives his nnme MS Washington,
and halls from Washington City, has been
doing the genteel thing in the latest and
most approved stvle. He forged letter
in the name Of S. r. Hobbie. Assistant
Post Master General. in which he appoint
ed himself General Mail Agent, thus affor-
ding himself free passage on all the vari-
Gus Mail routes.
lie passed through Baltimore, Phiiadel-
phia, Harrisburg, Chambersburg and Bed
ford, on the strength of his forged letter,
borrowing money from and was Toasted BY
Post Masters and stage Agents, who were
lavish in their kindness.
He was detected in Pi,tsburg, and yam.
vosed without ceremony. The Pittsburg
Post Says:
We understand that the fellow has been
borrowing money from Post Masters, Land
lords, and Stage Agents, on the strength Of
his letter, on the whole route from Washing
ton to this city, and that he came very near
"doing" our own Post Master out Of the
price Of suit OF clothes.
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ON HAND AGAIN.

ON HAND IAUAIN.
~ MOORE has again commenced
- RUTCHERxNG,
and will be found ready, at the Old stand ORGY
nally occupied by his brother, TO serve his Old
friends and customers with FRESH MEAT, as ire
quent i, will be possible for him 70 procure ~
at present, and hopes in short time, TO De able
TO have meat on Tuesday, Thursdays and eatw-
days regularly.
He will also keep on hand Bread, Crackers,
Cakes, &c
Davenport, June eth, l349. 39-6m
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city during the winter Of lS4l; aud Bill
Skies served cut his Imprisonment at Black
wells lsland-F7dg of our Union.

ALEXANDER HAMlLToN.--Alex. Hamil-
ton was under middle size, thin in person,
but remarkably erect and dignfed in his
department. He wore his hair turned back
from his forehead, powdered and collected
into club behind. His complexion was
fair, and varying from this only BY the Ut
most feminine rosiness Of his checks. Ills
might be considered, as to figure and color,
an uncommonly handsome face. When al
rest, il had rather severe and thoughtful
expression, but when engaged in CONVEX
sation, it easily assumed an attractive
smile.
The eloquence Of Hamilton was said to
be persuasive and commanding the more
likely to be SO, as he had no guide but the
impulse Of great and rich mind; he hav-
ing had but little opportunity TO be trained
at the bar, or in popular assemblies. Those
who could speak Of bis manner from the
best opportunities to observe him, 10 public
and private, concurred 10 pronouncing him
to be q frank. aminbIe and highminded
gentleman. lie was capable Of inspiring
the most nfectonate attachment; but he
could make those whom be opposed fear
and hate him cordially. He was capable
of intense and efec,ual application, as is
nbundan,ly proved by his public labors.
But he bad a rapidity and clearness Of per-
ception, in which he may not have been
equaled One who knew his habits OF stu
DIV, said Of him, that when he had serious
object to accomplish. his practice was to
reflect on j, previously and when he had
gone through this labor. he retired to sleep,
without regard to the hour Of the night. and
having slept six or seven hours. he rose.
and taking strong coffee. seated himself at
his table, where he remained six. seven or
eight hours; and the product Of his rapid
pen required little correction for the press.
lie was among the few, alike excellent,
whether in speaking or in writing. In pri-
vate and friendly intercourse be is said to
have been exceedingly amiable, and to have
been atiectionately beloved.
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IT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Al y on hand and for sale for Cash or on
time, BY COOK g. SARGENT.
October 4,h, l849.
Holly Springs gazette., 1849-11-16
rDE DISPATCHES From FRANCE.

The alleged "by authority" Washing,
toll correspondent (Alphal Of the New
York Tribune, states that dispatches
have been received from Paris, by oul
government not, however through Mr..
Rives as announced in telegtaphic des
patch a few days since. He says they
are confined entirely to the subject con
scout mt upon the dismissal ofM. Poussln
The French Government disavOws cntir
ely the conduct of Nj. Poussin. The gov
ernment has also been officially informed
of the appointment Of M. Poussin's sue
cessor, in the person of Monsieur BIoi.
Lecompte. Thus all the apprehension'
are at an end of any difficulty whatever
arising ont ofthe dismissal Of the French
Minister, between the government he ha:
misrepresentcd and our own. fe
The Washington Republic also con
tains an editorial article which indicate.
that the editor of that paper has some
knowledge ofthe nature OF the dispatches
recently received from France. The tone
of the article implies continued friendly
relations between America and France