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Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

AIAY LEE2'S SALAMANDEK SAFt!S--
w NINE OF THEM TESTED in THE GREAT
Eth July, ls49--We, the undersigned had in use in the
second story Of our store at the time of the late great fire
in the city Of ST. Louis MAY II, 1870 one Of G. j. Gay
lers Improved Patent Salamander Sales and certify that
in our opinion it was subjected to great degree ofheat
as any other safe in said fire. that ii fell from the second
story and renamed the heated ruins tor several days
and when removed and opened all the books papers, &c,
&c were found entirely unniured We believe from the
above stated facts that Gayes Safes are strictly fire proof
and we have the greatest confidence in recommending
them to the public.
N. B.-The Safe was not injured by falling.
(SienedD CROUI. McCRERY * BARKSDAI,E,
Gayler had eight other Safes exposed more or less to
the above geatre al OF which proved equally as secure
anander Safes has in any instance failed afford per-
feet security against fire. A. MORRIS,
oc9 Agent for the Manufacturer,
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
y UE INSURANCE AND PROMPT PAY

A MEM OF s., OOO.-It will be seen BY the an
nexed certificate that the New York Insurance Company
date the Nautilus9 have mel with loss Policy of
Insurance, the life Of the late Capt James Ienhs for
the Of $4,000; which, by dscounng the 60 days in
erest has been promptly paid to his son A. A jerks to
whom the policy was assigned.
would earnestly solicit the attention of all married.
gentlemen to this Insurance Company, and if they will
give me a call, think can convince tlem that in no
other way they annually invest small fund to insure
so large profit to for the widow and the orphan,
this office, which will be also added to the policy
sum insured for
Office No. 203, square above the Va Banks.
CHAS. WORKMAN, Agent.
2Y See certificate below
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
MOUSE FURNISHING wARE-ROOM,

N I'll unoler the City Hotel-By recent arrivals, the
stock OF this establishment has been increased by many
cousignments OF handsome and useful House Furnishing
Goods. The limits OF an advertisement will admit OF
PARTICULARS put Wl suffice to say there is now on hand
Furniture, of superior quality Chairs in great variety
Looking glasses; China and Glass Table Cutlery ;
&c. in fact almost every article that can be named in the
way OF housekeeping, and for sale extremely low prices
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
DAVID CURRTIn
FOR ROSTOY.-TLa en-

IF FOR BOsTON.-The substantial and ltst
f Ssz=AAA. sailing schooner LIGHTFOOT Captain Sleeper
having the bulk Of her cargo engaged can take 500 boxes
tobacco. Apply on board, in dock or to
oc 10 RANKIN d WIiiTIOCK
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

As FOR NEW YORK.-FIRST PACKET.
sSsoaz4Isss--VlRGlNIA LINE OF RICHMOND AND
NEW YORK PACKETS.-The new packet aclr
ORlANNA, Capt. d. Dodge having The greater portion
OF her cargo engaged and going board, will sail with all
wing superior accommodations apply Captain board
at Ludlam's wharf, or
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

Ss33#lesiine packet schr CHARM Capt Berry having Il
portion OF her cargo engaged, will sail with all possible
Dispatch For balance Of freight passage having hand
Ludams Wharf or
or IL nAUTn 1-IrI,,rf,
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
DAVID CURRIE.

91 FOR SALEM AND gsOSFON .--lhe fine
49, schooner EBEN. ATKINS, Capt S WleIdon.
having the greater portion OF hereago engaged and going
on board, will sail with all possible dispatch. For balance
OF freight OF 400 packages tobacco passage having
handsome accommodations apply to Captain board il
the Dock, or
Ii
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
ENALL STOCK--ROOTN. SHOES. LEA-

.rl1rp T,{O Igin S!InUEs' LIZ
below the Old Market, sign of the Golden Boot, Main
street. has received his Fall supply of the above named
Goods, and offers for sale Of the best selected stocks
that can be found in any retail house in Richmond For
ladies' misses and children, have from the finest to the
cheapest For gentlemen, boys and youths all kinds
Two thousand pair OF Brogues of my own manufacture,
made to suit factory and farm hands, Ito which ask at
tentlon at dollar and twenty-five cents per pair For
servant women, all kinds.
Good and damaged Sole Leather side kip
Calf Lining and Binding Skins
Genemens Boots and Shoes made to order, of the best
materials and workmanship
| ask call from those in want of the above named
Goods and pledge myself give all that1 buy the worth
of their money. seA9-3m
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

AEoFOR NEW YORH-Of.D TTNF--RT(fI-
81. ST. MOND AND NEW YORK PACKETS-TEe
superior fast-sailng packet schr IRA BLISS s Dearborn
master having considerable of her cargo engaged and go
ing on board will have immediate dispatch For freight
OF remainder passage, having superior furnished
commodatons, apply 10 master board, Liilanl's
wharf, or to ROWLETT q COLQUl1T
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

Id TUK " ASHINt1TON.-Ihe good schoon-
ser EDWARD WILMER, Wheeler master hay
ing most OF her cargo engaged, and going on board will
have quick dispatch For freight of remainder apply to
oc II ROWLETT & COLOIlTIr
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

AEe FOR LIVEt POOi..-'rhe fine coppered
g. So barque GENERAL WILTSHIRE, Capt Stra-
chan, at City Point having three quarters Other
goengaged, will meet with despatch. For balance OF
freight apply to MAXWELL TROKES, or
ocS CHAS PALMER Il co.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
DAVID CURRIE.

FL FOR CHARLESTON. &. C.-rhe sufe-
60 ror schooner IANDRIk HUDSON, having In
bulk OF her cargo engaged take the bulk Of 2oa
barrels, and sail Immediately. Apply to
oc9 RANKIN d WIIITLOCK
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

MBORTER, ALE, CIDER, .Sc.-We have on
u hand large stock OF Philadelphia Porter, A and
Cider, in quart aud pint bottles of superior quality and in
prime order City and country merchants can be supplied
short notice, carefully packed by experienced hand
Private families can have sent to any part OF the city
Also, Northern HAY prime quality; CORN, OATS,
BRAN, &c; 30 bushels N. c. PEANUTS; No. l SAL
MON prime quality
- BOTTLES wanted.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
EOp CyF.sss sFStF1.lN - o.

xh FOR CHARLESTON, s. C.-1he iine
.sas.Aschooner THOMAS B. SMITH, Capt Smith,
ing on board viii sail with ali possible despatch For
balance oftreght of 300 packages tobacco, passage
having handsome accommodations, apply to Captain on
board at Ludlams wharf, or
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

Id FOR LONDON.-lFhe superior coppered
sdzEssship SABATrIS, Capt Hall, at City Point
in readiness for cargo For freight, apply to
Sc % CHARLES PALMER e. CO
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

50 FOR RENT.-Tte store and dwelling on Pearl
h or 4th street. two doors from Nam, formerly
pied by Mr. Russell w Allen a restorative This is
one of the best stands in the city for restorative oyster
house The rent will be moderate, and such alterations
made may be necessary for the comfort and conYe
Il L L.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
JAMES, BOSFIER.

- FOR HENT-The dwelling part Of the house on
M Main street. second door below the Union Hotel aud
next door below the store lately occupied by Mr. l. S.
Parker The location very desirable for a board
ing house. The dwelling contains six large and airy
rooms. large cellar excellent brick Kitchen and
the yard Rent $l75 per annum. Apply to
TOLER q COOK,
oe6 Accents and Auctoneers Pearl street.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

CHAS. 7. WORTHAM & co.
?. S.-Freigh taken for Mobile and forwarded free OF
[oc Al ID. T..
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
o ,e'4I '-''''''''''' DAVID CJRRIE.

~ FOR RENT, the brick dwelling on 9Th street
l near the German Church. at present occupied by Mr..
Swank. Pos ession given in few days. Rent $3.50 per
annum. Apply to TOLER & COOK,
ocl3 Agents and Auctonecrs, Pearl street,
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

"a. FOR NEW ORLEANs-ygEstININ
80 AND LOUISIANA LINLl-FIRST PACKET.
TO sal positively The 1871 insaat. The new packet
barque VIRGlNIAN, Capt Nathaniel Bo's, will sail as
above. For freight, cabin Storage passage having
perior accommodations, apply to Captain board,
Rockets, DAVID CURRIE,
UASkINS d LIBBY. OF
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

~ TWO VESSELS, OF 3 to 1000 bushels want
S. led to load for Northern port
bel las WINSTON
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

IL, FOR BREMEN.-1'he ship HGRMINE
ST. ST. Rasehen master, will leave for the above port
after her arrival For balance OF height APP
bly, to f. w. De VOSS Il co.
or j--laW3y*
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

EME Garner MIN md 1otb S,,oete EDW Am n
FMf KEFiJNC d. co will onnn on TuesIap tbe
25lh inst at the Granite front stona corner abo NV
The Farmers Bank an enirely fresh and carei,lv
stock Of ladies' and rentemens bovs and misse slime
SHOES BOOTS &c. This stock has been selected III
great care from the best houses in Phadepa bv one
Derienced in the trade.
Tho LADIES will find sometime in the Shoe and Sinner
line at prices which cannot fail to please f'N
GrNTLEMrN can be suited with either Boots or Shoes
sewed or peuoed, coarse or fine. and
genera assortment OF M sses boys and servants wear
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

- FOR SALE OR RENT, a tenement on Leigh
si:i street. The terms will be made accommodating
Apply at this office.
FOR HIRE, for the balance of the year, an old MALE
Sc 6-eon
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

AVA ESFiR'S PIANO FORTES.-NEW
wv SCALE.-By schooner Virginia, now daily ex-
peced shall receive and introduce the notice Of the
public 81 octave Piano Forte from the celebrated manu-
factory OF Mr.. H. Worcester, arranged entirely
"new scale, y beautifully finished.
Ny assortment OF Piano Fores from the same factory
are unusually large embracing every variety of style and
finish and at prices that cannot fail to please:
A. MORRIS,
Sc No. 81 Main street.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
TE7O PAINTERS AND BUILDERs.-White

IL Lead, dry ana IN OIL
Linseed Oil Spirits Turpentine
Copal, Japan, Furniture and Coach Varnishes
Chinese and French Verrnillion, Paris Greens
Sand Paper, Glue OF all kinds
= Painters Brushes and Coors of every description
4 OF sale low by ALEX. DUVAl,, Druggist,
nv IA lat Main street.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
ss J 80 - a. q,

3 s- 49, 80 : ,sls+ es-a .Ass =
~ FOR RENT..-1he dwelling house Oh Marshal;
aa street, between 9Th and 9th streets, lately oe5pses
by Mr. J T. Young, having been recently thoroughly
repaired and put good order, possession be had in
medatey, and the rent TO good tenant, will be
able. For terms apply to = 49,
DC u IAAIIS KOSHER u
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

ia FOR RENT, in the town of Sidney, house
M!: suitable for grocery. Price Sc per month Apply
o Zoe Al X. CAUTIIORN.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

Fustic Logwood
Ext. Logwood Madder
Indigo Redwood
Nicwood Red Saunders
Receiving and for sale by
ALEX. DUVAL, Druggist,
Sc IS l47 Main street.
NJOTICE.-1'he subscribers respectfully announce to
q the citizens of Richmond and the public generally,
that thew have commenced the TAILORING BUSl-
NESS in the recently occupied by Mr. VIM. Nc
Crery over the dry goods store OF L. Il Free u 20,
Main street. and inform those who may feel disposed to
patronse them that, from their general knowledge OF
both branches of the business they will be able to give
ample satisfaction to all who may favor them WIN lher
custom All work entrusted to them will be made up IN
the most substantial and fashionable STYLE at reasonable
pces and with unerng attention to business they hope
to receive ashare OF patronage from liberal Pn6lc
se4 d24tcl2t WIN. II. BROOKS
UNALL STOCK BOOTS, SHOES, Lea
n THEIR, HATS, SSc.-HUBBARD, GARDNER
81 CARLTON No. Ill Main street, have received their
Fall supply of Goods and offer for sale
1000 eases Boots and Shoes comprising all the variety OF
kinds manufactured from the cheapest to the very
best
$50 cases fine Hats, different qualities of style
500 dozen mems and boys Cloth Caps,a complete
sortmen
5000 sides Solo Leather
70 dozen American and French Caltskns
so do pink and other coloured LINING SKINS
20 do Binding Skins
5000 bhls. Shoe Thread, all sorts
$50 nests Hide and Leather Trunks
Travelling Trunks and Carpet Bags
500 reans Cap and Letter Paper
COO do Wrapping do
Whittomoreis Cotton and Wool Cards
Masons Challenge Backing
ALSO
5000 pair Brogues, of our manufacture, far superior to
any other Shoes for plan alton use.
~ The above Goods purchased under tavoura-
able circumstances, for cash, and invite customers
and purchasers generally to call, we believe can
supply them to their entire satisfaction Sc u
yMyIfE GREAT PAIN kILI.ER.-WALk-
Il ER'S NERVE AND BONE I1NIMENT, for
the cure of the Rheumatism Sprains, Brases, so
This preparation is unequaled as an external in Rheu-
matism, Spains Swelling of the Glands, and all ahec-
tons of the ineguments It's action sprompt penetrating
through the pores and absobens upon the seat OF the dis
ease nvgoratng the absorbents taking up the exaya
stated blood and removing all pain dscooraton For
sale by II; j. PlCOT,
oc9 Corner opposite the Old Market.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

- FOR RENTING very neat brick houses con-
E!I tanning rooms each kitchen attached, on Canal
street. between I'd and Sd streets. Rent S05 each per
annum Apply to TOLER y COOK,
Sc % Accents and Auctoueels Pearl Street.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

~ FOR RENT-The neat framed House on 4th
Zi between Main and Franklin streets, at present
pied by Mr.. II. r. Wells. Possession given on the 10Th
November. Rent $3.50 per annum. Applyto
TOLER d. COOK,
oc IL Agents and Auctioneers
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

81 FOR RENT.--The Tenement 9th street,
l conernext to the alley, in the new block OF buildings
present occupied by Mr. Valentine suitable Tor small
family, having six good rooms basement and ktchen.-
Terms moderate to good tenant and possession given
LIST October Apply to
Sc 29--ts JAMES BOSHER.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

IT. FOR RENT that large. convenient and cligibly
h: located tenement opposite the Centenary Church, at
present in the occupancy Of the Rev John H. Boyd Pos
session given on the LIST of October next. Apply TO
Sc Is JAMES M. TAYLOR.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

rich cut GLASSWARE, together with supply o
Looking Glasses Casters, Walters, and every variety o
FANCY GOODS well suited for the country trade.
Merchants are invited to examine our stock
STEBBlNS, DARRACOTT IL Co,
GO No lOl Broad street.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
ENTITY THOUSAND FEET SIS AND INCl
% BUTTON WOOD BOARDS

a LICANT MATS, BhOOMS, BASKETS.
N &c. &c-A handsome assortment of the above ar
ticles Just receved-such Alcant, lutte and Cocoa
Mats, Manda Work, Clothes and Cobb Baskets, Corn
Brooms, Whips Hearth Brushes &C., for sale by
R. M ZIMMERMAN,
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

49, FOR RENT-rhe dwelling part of the house
A4 the jewelry store Of Dawson & Brother, on
Main street near 18TH
ALSO, the house on 18th, between Main and Cary
streets, lately occupied by f. Joehem. Apply to
Sc % JAS. NJ. TAY LOR.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

vuNURKisH PIPES, WALKING CANES,
Z &c.-A beautiful selection of the above articles Just
received, consisting Of Turkish, Murshaum, German
Buckingham and Shaker Pipes Whalebone, with ivory
heads Rattan do Patriagwood, Ebony and Hickory
Crook Canes Buflalo-horn Rosewood inaid with pearl
and silver Snuff Boxes; Cigar Cases; Cigar Holders
with many other German and French Goods, now open
ing, of direct importation, for sale by
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

a. FOR RENT.-The large brick tenement on
BILL Cary street nearly opposite Talbots Foundry for
mery occupied by Messrs. Wyatt = Crew as Tobacco
Factory, and lately by Mr.. A. w Redding distlle-
ry. Rent $500 per annum. Apply to
TOLER d COOK,
60 and Pearl street
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
sALAmANDER SAFES

n NAY EEK7S SAIAW ANDBE EAT TS.--C.
w J. GAYLER, the original inv entor and patentee of
the Saamander Safe has for SALE usual prices, Safes
of all sizes possessing every superior quality to render
them proof against fire and burglars, and free from damp
moss.
Tocorrectthe mistatemensda daily published by those who
apply the name Saamander to the Safes they offer, the
subscriber induced to state that was rst adopted ana
applied BY him. and that every improvement made in
Fire Proof Safes, during the past 90 years. has orgina
ted with or has been first adopted by him that he has
Lawyers, and for record and various public oieesand
that in more than hundred instances his safes have
been most thoroughly tested, and not Of GAYLERS
SALAMANDERS has failed to afford PERFECT Sc
CURITY AGAINST FIRE. See certificates pub
lished of the successful tests in the great fires in this city,
St Louis, Buffalo, and various other places
A. MORRIS,
or Aren't for Richmond.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

EaORSE LINIMENT.-For sprains, stille, lame
II n ness swollen enlarged joints saddle CALLS bruises
wounds and lameness OF every description.
This Iiniment considered by those who have tried
and noticed its wonderful effects be of the best
remedies of the kind ever used Prepared and sold by
A. BODEKER,
oc2 No II on Market Bridge Main street.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

lie soeits call from the public, under the belief that
his Goods will please, both regards style and price
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

AHASON'S BLACkING.--20 groce Of this cee-
vA brated Backing just received and for sale low.
GEO ]. SUMNER,
oc u No s 18th street.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16
NTNEFORM CHAMBER FURNTrTWI

FALL IiPORTATION-Sep-
tender Sd, lS49.--We are receiving per
the ships Franconia, Susan f. Howell
and Henry Pratt, arriving from Liver
pool, our suoply OF EARTllEN WARE
AND CHINA, direct from the manu-
factories and by arrivals from the
North, we are receiving large and
complete stock of plain, mould and
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

"a FOR RENT will rent my residence at the
M corner of Sd and Main streets for or II months to
a good tenant furnished. A. NORRIS.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

les FOR RENT very desirable Rooms over my
s lottery and exchange office, 18th street. door
below Exchange Hotel They are in perfect order, and
suitable for lawyers doctors offices Possession given
LIST of November, lS19. Apply to
oc 2 I'm JOHN NJ CLARKE
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

WNEE(EANY NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. IOIt The
aLTEETH.--TIlE ROSEATE ELY IRA fragrant
astrngent wash for the teeth and gums which relieves any
sense Of soreness or tenderness and mparts delightful
odor and agreeable the mouth, and removes any
nnpeasantncss whether arising from the use OF clgars to-
THE ODENTINE-A delightful tooth powder,
which highly esteemed and warranted to contain moth
ing injurious.
THE PEARL DENTIFRICE--An agreeable and
impapable pearly white powder, of delightful odor and
pleasant taste, which is composed Of articles highly APP
ltion
The above are put up in new style, in an elegant and
convenient form and are prepared and sodb by
PURCELL, LADD Il CO., Druggists,
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

a. FOR RENT-Fve small tenements on Oregon
M: IIill Green's row. Rent SO and 81 per month APP
ply to IOLtR d COOh,
sel7 Agents, Iise's Row.
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-10-16

g. FOR RENT, and possession given Immediately,
M!y the large frame tenement Governor street known
as Richmond Hall 1t is a large and spacious building
being 81 feet in front by 100 feet deep. 1t will either be
tented entire or in separate apartments Apply TO
se4 J. d +. CLENDINING.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1849-04-17
Sacial lfefarmA.

greatest errors the present age ofreforms
Ia undoubtedly that of seeking by legislative action u
correct the arrangements Of the vast and complicated
machinery of social life. Man never was and never
can be made better by enactment neither can
bis social position be directly improved for any per
msnency. by the baud of the lawgiveT. The mixing
up OF political and social questions As TO make them
rsHc on another by specifying the duties OF cit
zens 10 the Government and 70 another has been
the bsne OF the French people since their fret Revou
ton In February Of last year. The Tact s, the
legislator has right TO NEEDLE with the social conc
ton Of the people except indirectly &c &c
u The Picayune New Oresns) has half a
column like and including the above. VIII the
writer state distinctly and directly his opinion oil
the laws of Lousians which compel nearly ball
her people to work for small portion of the other
half without any wages at all, and without airy re-
cognzed civil rights What does he think Of a
gamblers legal right to sell young women into
compelled prostitution under the laws OF that
State drunken reprobate who never did any
thing useful in his life puts up father, mother and
their hafdozen children for sale in the auction
shambles of that same New Orlesns-very likely
within sight of the Picayune OfHce-and they are
bid oil by four or FIVE different planters and ira
ders, and scattered over Mississippi, Florida,
Texas, and when they get itl Caliiornis-al IN
strict accordance with Louisiana law. Did no,
the makers of such law NEEDLE directly with the
social condition Of the people and of course
oontravene the writer's fundamental principle
II SO, would it not be right to undo what they did
wrong Please tell us.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1849-04-17
Dect 20 cam the salaries they were TO receive,

pect to cam the salaries they were to receive,
who never did cara them, and never will Let
every man who csnno; or will not earn hf saary
be sent adrift without ceremony. sod let the sP-
pointing power be sure that no such are appointed
in their stead. 1t ia sadly notorious that "l'n
more clerks in the Departments than can 'esH! 'e
needed their workis almost always beni0o-'o
times months behind-tO the serious inJa'y ana
wrong Of citizens who have basine" TO transact
there. LIE, a pretty general change OF Office
holder. be tried for this complaint, and if 1t does
NOT answer. we shall be in favor Of repeating the
experiment. One way or another, the existing
evil must be remedied.