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The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

THE FIRE IN CHARLESTON, S. C.-The Charles.
ton Mercury, of the nth, gives us the following
particulars of the great fire in that city:
About halEpast one O'Clock this morning. a. cot
ton shed situated on The south side of Adgers South
Wharf was discovered TO be on fire, and in a very
short time the buildings both sides of the wharf
were IN flames. Notwithstanding the most strenu-
Gus exertions of the firemen the fire communicated
on the south side 10 the handsome range of offices
on Nanderhorts Wharf, which were also DESTROYED.
Among the occupants of these offices were Messrs.
J Robertson, Matthewes g. Roper, Middleton &
Co, Menlove d. Lesesne, and r. B. Simons a. Son.
On Adger's South Wharf Messrs Herkenwrath,
Wragg. d CO., Thisrman & Pringle, o. Chsolm.
hotet d. Hutchet, Frederick Winthrop, Jos. Bat.
itershy, A, b. DeSaussure and A. Hopkins The
large store of Nlessrs, johnson, Crews g. Brawley,
on East Bay was also destroyed with some por.
ton OF its contents, but fortunately large portion
OF their most valuable stock was removed some
days since
The amount of Cotton destroyed is about six
thousand bales, and the total loss. including build
ings may he estimated at four 10 five hundred thou
sand dollars, large portion of which is insured.
A young gentleman who was sleeping in one of
the Stores was severely burnt in the face and hands
in attempting 10 escape
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

The CRoPs.-The Grenada (AIiss.) Republican,
Of the 18th, says. we have recently passed over
portion Of this and Tallahatchie counties, ana we
do not recollect ever to have seen as poor pros.
peel for for making crops Of Corn OF Cotton as al
the present time. If it be any pleasure to have
company in misfortune, our farmers can have the
satisfaction Of knowing that their neighbors are no
more fortunate than themselves.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

Hsk. DAwsoN's bENERiT-The patrons of the Varieties
must not fget that morrow night Is Appropriated co. NJ
pspeet o. Mr. Dawsonour King 9toarite Of last winter
eNoTy actor one Of Paedes indefatgables to whose
esens ie he pubhcs amusement may be ascrbed many
P'sAsant hour We like TO this excellent company so
substantially combmened as they have been ON tbe bsas
nFh and we feel assured that Mr. Dawson can command
q good hoaae as any. The bill presented commends f
pefupeany 2 public notice, consisting OFF, Rob Roy
several grand advertisements and A kiss in The DARK
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

Our thanks are due to the officers Of the Belle
Key for Louisville papers.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

THn oPKRA At THE sr. CHARUrs TEr.rv. On
Alesday evening, there will be splendid entertainment 4,
~ ~ Charles Theatre By the artists OF the Orleans French
upe5a lor the benefit Of Mr. Eugene Chassagnac The
and the 4h act Of the Jeess will be preentei M ra
w eEe anosica inseude aud the whole will end VIM
gAsoe Tonbola Of forty nictures We have seldom the
pleasure 81 announcing more attractive bin =.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

EXPULSION OF Nah Washington sec
ond trial was had on the 18th inst Of the case of
jackson U.s. Briscoes and a verdict in favor of the
plaintiff, was again rendered by another jury.
This Is the case, i will remembered in which
Judges Dunlop and Morsell set aside the first SINH
lar verdict and granted new trial, declaring it to
be contrary 20 the law and the evidence, and after
wards expelled Mr.. May from the bar OF the court
for protesting against their action in rather strong
and unpalatable language.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

The WoRLD's INDUsTRY,-Sr Henry Bulwer
has addressed letter 10 the Secretary of State,
under instructions from his government, in which
he says, that her Majesty's commissioners have
settled the amount of space which may be assigned
TO The production OF each country in the building
which Is to be erected for the exhibition in HYDE
Park and that they have allotted TO the produc-
tons of the United States 80, 900 square feet,''
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

HENRY GAYS Hoes.--!The citizens of Ciucin-
nati' the headquarters of hogs and bistes were
thrown into ierment by the appearance of several
queer specimens of the hog Species on their wav
to Ashland, for the pens of Mr. Clay. They were
labelled & African Hogs being as black as mid.
night aud are described by the Cincinnati Dis
patch as "queer fish, with awful big moutbs.n
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

AAEEicAk THEArRE. = The performances tonight are
tof ne henent OF Mes Everett and Nelsou the very polite
doorikeepeFs at this Theatre. The numbers who have .
experienced me ctsities of these gentlemen will moi
fail 20 rush to the American on this occasion. Tbey ,
deserve the compliment Of bumper and will doubles r
ceye a. The amusements light and well selected.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

aay whose talents and exeons have for so long time en-
,eansd the peasureeekers of New Orleans issues her
cares ior hene6t Saturday. No previous engagement
.nosa pfe set any Of her friends from mastering
on this occasion. and proving that N tbis y ~
nea Tith gold nece, which are now 50 commonly hove
ssnsed claims not forgotten. 'u' '"0usuy pre-
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

NEW BUrrER.-1iood reader don't be ncredulous il ia
ne article i.sefnew MAY Batter. Wm L. Gushing {; Co
have received asma invoice of it, and declare tbat t
intend 70 keep up their supply during the spring Cal
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

sAIA-osoE SALE OF Day GooDs.-Another one Of
fepant sTge sales will take place to-day al bis Aneon
Ees. No Canal seetl5O packages Of fresh and
abs Dry Goods viii be opened Merchants of The IN ~
country VIII ind il greatly their interest TO attend a.
Terms liberal A'''"p 'nlA SALE
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

100 bAD.-Miss Sarah Ann Pray had her
pocket picked in Boston, last week, of S225-
money which was the. earnings of several years
arduous and faithful labor as school teacher in
that city.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23
Louisiana Histrionio Association.

az There meeting of the Honorary Members
lana Hstronic Association held last evening
rotary, No. 81 Graver sreet-M NJ COHEN, Esq
resolved that there should be three performances
Of the principal Theatres of the city the nights May 20 and
3D. and June 4-he first the Treasury
Association, and the last for charitable purposes The pieces
eced
"THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL" and SIMPSON & Co..
"LoNDON ASSURANCE aud "THE LADY AND THE
DEVIL" And
THE APosTATE," and sLAsHER AND CRAsHER."
The Bnehs will be conducted under the Rules Regulations
governing The The oommg Honorary Members
been selected the Management Committee" who will have
charge OF the house and all the arrangements.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23
DOLLAR Gold EDca,
Nd. m. Holmes.

ia CANAL STREET,
~ Would respectfully attention of the resident and rv
cling community to his elegant Of
staple and Fancy Dry Goods,
among which will be found Orsandes Bazori e Embroidered
Swiss and Juconat Muns; Embroidered and and Of
Fs Barges Of all styles MouTBiug Second Mourning
Sl5 Tissues Summer colord aud Black Silks, and
bates Gnghamsi PLAIN Swiss Jaconet husins; French
Plain Plaid and Striped Linen Drngs superior ouay and
styles Linen Sheetng Bobnet and Netting Plain satin
stripe, Damask BrOche and Embroidered CuuP. Cloves Hn
seTy, Fans, Parasols, Umbrellas, etc. etc s' '
B Inc attention Of Planters particularly to the extern
ye stock Of Lowels Denms Stripes Osnaburgs and White and
B9Wn D9mese ETC. etc which will he offered at VERY RE.
HOSE'D Ei'lIHS' nyll I'm 2lp
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

Snow fell in NewYork on the ilth inst.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

The tongue is like a race horse-itruns the faster
ihe leas weight it carries.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

IRON LIGHT HousE'-The iron lighthouse, built
at MeHiek q Sons Southwark Foundry, for the
nrandywlne Shoals, has been shipped for its site,
where II Is 10 be Immediately put up under the su.
pefln'eudenee OF Mr. Dennison, of Boston, The
iron screw piles to support the structure were put
down last summer was year, and complete ice.
breaker has since been constructed to protect il
from the floating ice.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

Mail failures are becoming more frequent than
sssr. We have had three since Sunday--a fair
hsginning for the week.
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23
PINNEY's NEW SERIES OF
French School Books.
Fashionable BRA Goods.

E[ESEIGO1ENOte Dry Goods.
G. M. SIMPSON
Has lately received, and offers for sale a his
NEW STORE, No. so Canal street,
Large and Fashionable Assortment Of
Fancy and Staple DRY GOODS,
For Family and Plantation Use
Ladies' Dress Goods.
Rich Alborines, of a style.
Rich BRreges, Paris designs
Rich Grenadines, entirely new
Lot of Cheap Bareges.
Rich French orgRndy Muslins
Jaconets, Cambrics and Lawns.
Large lot oil Cheap Muslins, from auction
Rich Parasols aud Umbrellas.
Linen Goods.
Rich Irish Shifting Linen, manufacture and fully GUARANTEED
Linen Lawns and
Lheh Camhne tiandkeTctieis, a great variety
Linen Shirings.
Iogeher with general STAPLE GOODS, all
winch Will he sold low for cash. my2O lot 2dp
(HOLEMAN'S BITrERS-Sold Whotesals and
~ taL by the ONLY Agents for New Orleans,
DO bm9p RUSTE PAnnnGR. lao POVdras ~ =
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

The Charleston Mercury contains this singular
announcement
John Shannon, who has been confined in ial
for the long period of twelve years, under sugGes
tons Of fraud, was yesterday discharged bv order
Of his Honor Judge O'Nealn
The daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1848-1851, 1850-05-23

Three hundred subscribers, at S. each, hav,
made up the necessary sum.
Eastern times., 1850-11-07

Yesterday morning n suspicious looking
package was received at the Post Office in
this city, postmarked st. Louis-20 c. paid
-Charles Baker, care of M. Wickersham.'
Baker, to whom the package was addressed,
was arrested month or two since, on the
man route between this place and St. Louis,
d,!et being detected in the act of taking one
" "ie mail bags. A few DAYS after this,
some discoveries were made In a ,rnnk IN
possession OF woman passing for Bakers
vile, IN 81. Louis which implicated linn :,
having been extensively engaged in mail de.
pretatlons. During Bakers confinement
several dc emonstrations have been made n
night about the Jail, as supposed, 10 affer,
his release; and on one or two occasions he
came very near making his escape. The
jailor therefore put him in irons, and secur.
ed him 10 the floor.
The package alluded to was opened and
found 10 contain three pamphlets boapd to-
getller and e;tered with gold, 'All for love-
Our Postmaster and Mr.. w. concluded that
these pamphIets-one of which was trial Of
Professor Webster = were not SO neatly
bound for nothing. Accordingly the book
was taAen to a bookHnder who pronounced
that nothing was concealed about it. This
did not satisfy Wickersham. He thought
from the thickness of the covers that the
book contained something which WINS to as
sist Eaker in making his escape. After
reaching home he commenced cutting up
the covers Of the book, and two small saws
about eight inches in length, such rs ma
ch'nlsis use in saving iron, were brought to
view. None but n workman could have
suggested the plan. and none but vigilant
ja'Ior could have letectedit.-!Springfeld(L (Lu)
Journal
Eastern times., 1850-11-07
Interest and Land Limitation.

"Interea IS the reicur-d 81 economy.
"Hdsrot a man right 70 all the land he can
5uy1''
Without positively denying the above apoth-
egms, or giving direct answer to the query,
we submit the following facts
l. 1t is fact, that at the present rates of
interest one hundred individuals could, during
their lifetime, get into their hands the entire
monied wealth Of this nation.
2. 1t is fact, that without Land Iiaita-
ton, these hundred men could buy up every
acre Of the Public Land in the United States.
3. 1t is fact that without Homestead Ex-
emption, they could also become the owners Of
every foot of Land on the American continens.
4. 1t is a fact that these hundred persons
could own the labor Of the entire population Of
the United States.
S. 1t is fact, that they could obtain this
immense wealth, without performing one soli-
tary days labor.
g. 1t is a fact, that under our present laws.
these hundred men could deprive every man.
woman and child, of their life, liberty and nap
piness-they could exercise over them an an
solute tyranny more terrible in its effects than
any Eastern despotism-and they could reduce
them to a state Of vassalage from winch tney
nor their posterity could never recover,-.Ns'o
York Americas Oscn.
Eastern times., 1850-11-07
California Packet.

The California Packet has arrived at San
Francisco, after short and pleasant voyage
Says the California correspondent of the Bos,
ton Journal:
Speaking Of children reminds me of the
fact that the ship California Packet arrived
in this por, few days since, bringing with
her as passengers some thirty or forty OF your
Boston Iasses, who were welcomed with as
much pleasure as though they had been man.
moth Jumps Of ere. They were all hearty
and good looking, and not to 60 too lar into
the perspective will, no doubt, make good
wives and mothers. This is the best load Of
merchantabIe commodities that has yet come
from YOU, city. A few more of the same
sort would find ready market and an abund-
ance Of bidders.
with the Boston lnsses is Inrger sprink.
ling of Maine girls, aud we doubt not thei
friends will be glad to learn that their pros.
poets are good. Besides, these Maine girl.
are not to De caught with chaff. They car
tell tinsel from the real ore.'
Eastern times., 1850-11-07
Suspended Animation.

On "Wednesday evening last, MIR. William
Burdlek Of ihi, place, while eating beef steak
al supper, WINS suddenly seized with suffoca-
ton. In short time he was speechess,
struggled violently, lhrusting his hands con-
vuIsvely into his mouth, and his breathing
was entirely interrupted. Medical aid was
Immediately called and as soon us practical
BILE two phy sicians residing in The neighbor-
hood) were in attendance. He was now per-
fectIy inseDsibIe; his countenance which had
been darkly suffused, became pale, and all
the gasplng attempts at respiration had ceas-
ed. An instrument Ia probang) was passed
readily into the stomach, showing ihut the
obstruction was in the wind pipe and not in
the gullet; and as all spasmodic action was
over, one Of the physicians was enabled TO
feel foreign substance in the opening OF
the windpipe. irhich he succeeded IN seising be-
turecn the tips of his fore and middle fingers and
ioith some effort remored; this proved 10 be
large piece Of unmasticated beef. At this
time the pulse had entirely ceased not the
slightest throbbing could be felt in the re-
gion OF the heart-he was TO all appearance
lifeless, and was pronounced dead by one Of
the medical attendants.
After dashing cold water freely upon his
face rs recommended in apparent death from
lightning, without any effect, artificial respi-
ration was attempted. This was done Jy
closing the nosirils, and the operator apply
ing his own lips closely to tlIr mouth OF the
patient, forciby and successfully inflated the
lungs; by pressure upon the abdomen the air
which had been forced into the chest was
driven out again when imitation was again
practiced: After this mechanical inspiration
and expiration had been repeated number
of times the attendants had the satisfaction
10 perceive faint pulsaion at the wrist, and
d tremuous uction of the heart, which utter
few minutes were followed by slight con.
vulsive gasp, and slowly, and feebly, natural
respiralion was restored. Ii was not howev-
er until after he had been bed freely, that
there was any return Of Consciousness
/ This took place suddenly, he raised his head
quickly, pointed 10 his throat, and said 'gonen
! After The overwhelming feeling of suffoca>
tion and impending death, Mr.. Burdick had
no recollection of any painful sensation. or
Of any OF the circumstances which occurred,
/ until alter he was bled.
| Ii is not known exactly how much time
| the above mentioned events occupied-but
| from the tact that one OF The Physicians when
summoned was in bed, having retired for the
night, some estimate may be formed Of the
time that had elapsed.
We give this case 10 our readers, that in
the instances continually occurring Of per-
sons dying sudnenly, found hung in suicidal
attempts, or apparently drowned, efforts to
restore life may not he too lightly abandon
ed.-.Neicport, (R. ~ Mercury.
Eastern times., 1850-11-07
The Wife Of two Husbands. s.

A somewhat novel and very interesting
case was partially heard before one of the
Philadelphia Police. The facts are as fol-
lows. About the year l043, MIR. Henry
Thompson, married young and pretty girl
named Margaret Sloman. They lived hap
PLY together Tor two years, during which
time they had one pledge Of welded love, a
girl, gifted with all her mothers intelligence
and beauty. A few months after the birth Of
the daughter, the father somewhat mysteri-
ously disappeared and no tdings were heard
Of him for five or six years. Mrs. Thomp-
son Struggled along for several years, sup.
porting herself and daughter by her needle.
Al length she met with smart young fell
low, tailor named Thomas Bray, who pop
ped the question TO her, and, being in want
Of partner, she could not say no. They
were married, and singular as it may seem,
had not enjoyed but few months OF married
bIessedness, when the now Mrs. Bray re-
ceived letter from her long absent husband
Mr.. Thompson, who had engaged upon one
of the Western steamboats, in the capacity Of
clerk, and never, in the five years, had been
more than thousand miles from home, and
never out of direct line OF communication.
Mrs. Bray paid no attention to the letter,
and had almost forgotten the circumstance,
when 10, last week the missing man sudden
w presented himself and claimed her as his
lawful wife. She told him that she was the
wife Of another. which intelligence he did
not seem prepared for; and upon her reius-
ing to leave her second husband, be brought
prosecution, charging her with bigamy and
adultery, The case is a peculiar one
Seven wears, we think, is the limit allowed
by law for annulling the marriage contract,
Il the husband does no, in that period make
known his existence. II Mrs. Bray be gull
~ under the law, we think il will take long
time before jury can be found to convict
Eastern times., 1850-11-07

IMPORTANT INVENTION The Pittsburg
Journal says that Mr.. C. Evans, of that city,
has invented and constructed neat apparatus
for ascertaining at all times the pressure Of
steam in steamboat and other boilers. 1t has
been submitted to some practical engineers,
and pronounced to be the best machine for the
purpose hitherto devised. Its great merit is
that it is not At all liable to be broke or dam
aged. Neither mercury nor glass is used.
Eastern times., 1850-11-07

. MKR,r.-Merii ID like the crimson blush
on maiden's cheek-for, the more you try
to conceal it the more discernablc il 10,
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1850-12-25
FANCY GOODS. DRESS TRIMMINGS
AND NOTIONS.

Jenny LIND and silk velvet dress trimmings,
y silk buttons, purse silk and trimmings, bag and
purse clasps, retcules, floss thread and Gotten,
white and colorcd ball and hank cotton, knitting
cotton, hooks and eyes, needless knitting pins,
whalebone, tapes and bobb;ns carpet and fur bind
ngs, silk braid; fine ivory, buffalo, she'll and reddjng
tuck, side and dressing combs; pearl, agate, bone
gilt, black lasting, satin and silk buttons; silver
steel and brass thimbes silverplate tea ard table
spoons, gold pencils and breast pins, black silk
guards, steel watch chains watch keys Cravat belt
and vest buckles corset and boot laces corset rings
bead necklaces and prayer beads, spectaclcs and
spectacle cases, steel pens and pen holders, key
rings, tweesers, gun screws and nipples, ribbon,
wire, fancy soaps transparent wash balls, cologne
lavender and Florida water; some fine French ex-
tracts, OK marrow and bear oil, shaving cream
court plaster, pocket books and purses glass and
other inkstands, metallic powder for razor stfops
lilly white and tooth powder, bodkns, hair
pins, diaper pins crosha needles; tooth, HAIR shay
ing, cloth, hat, whitewash, paint, horse and shoe
brushes snuff and tobacco boxes violin strings
wood and slate pencils, sealing wax, ladies' work
boxes, fancy glass boxes; black, white and drab pa
tent threads sewing silk and twist, shoe thread
These, and variety of sch articles, have Just been
received and are for safe by
nov 90. E. w. DAY g. CO.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1850-12-25
ONE WHEEL POWER.

WE also have the EDDY POWER, which :,
w one Of The most simple and 9uraJ,c tyyeck
Powers now i'll use. 1t consists of one wheel onfy
and the horses work inside of the wheel. It can bs
transported easily from place to place, in conmos
farm wagon and may be set up in 90 minutes, an4
taken down in half that time It is simple in cor,
strucon, not liable to get out of ORDER and may be
easily repaired, the gearing being made entirely q
though it is better to have it under cover, wner
stationary, especially during stormy or very bo
weather. For efficiency, durability and simplicity
this, for sweep power, is preferred by many to al
others. Price of the largest size, with our late i'm
provements, 500. +. WHITMAN, JR.
june -. SIS Light street, Baltimore, Md.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1850-12-25
WILLIAM S. JUSTIS,
Clock and Watch Maker and Jew

eascr,
Corner of Pratt end Commerce Street,
BALTIMORE,
n ESPECTFULLY informs the citizens of
HI Charles county that he has removed to the
northeast corner Of Pratt and Commerce streets,
where he has in store extensive stock OF
JEVELRT IND FANCY ARTICLES,
consisting in part as follows:
Gold and silver lever Watches, in hunting and plan
cases
G old and silver lcpine and anchor lever watches
Fine Quartcur and common vertical do
Gold guard vest and fob Chains
Gold guard and fob Keys and Seals
Gold and silver Thilnbles; silver Combs, with and
without sets
Gold EARRINGS, Breastprs, Fingcr-rings, Bracelets
Shrt-studs, Pencil Cases, Miniatures and Me
dalions
Gold, silver end steel spectacles, to suit all eyes
Silver table, tea, salt, gravy and mustard Spoons
Britannia tea and coffee pots castors and candestck
Britannia III sets i've and six pieces music boxes,
girandolcs, solar lamps, walters and accordeons
Silver plated ware, assorted
Violins aud violin strings
Double and six barrel pistols; single barrel sell
cooking do; double and single barrel do; of
English and German manufacture.
day and 80 hour brass and wood clocks
Mantle do; pocket and table cutlery
Perfumery and hair oil, shot pouches, bird bags,
powder TASKS, percussion caps, and matches
Together with many other articles
Persons visiting the city would do we'll to call at
his store, he can sell any Of the above articles
and do all kinds of repairing as cheap, if not cheap
er than any other establishment in the city.
n. B. Clocks, Watches, Music Boxes and Jew
elry repaired i'll the best manner. Hair Plating,
such as Bracelets, Watch Guards, Necklaces, and
SO forth, neatly done. may 1t