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Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

The execution Of this part Of the entertain
mcnt was altogether unworthy the place
and the occasion II was cntirely too feint;
the stamping sounded as if the operators
had the rheumatism in the knees; it wasn't
at all hearty and vigorous. and besides,
didn't half succeed in "kicking up dust"
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28
Fashions Of Quecn Iictoria's Dranine

"
Room.-A London paper says:
Her Majesty held Drawing room on
Thursday afternoon, the Sd inst, in St.
James's Palace; and being the first public
reception for her ladies this season, it was
brilliantly and numerously attended. Her
Majesty wore white gros de naples train
trimmed with white Grape and white bu.
giles, and ornamentcd with diamonds, and
a pctticoat of white gros de naples trim
med with white Grape and white bugles.-
Her Majesty's head dress was composed
Of white feathers and diamonds. From
the list of ladies' fashions, we extract a
few local items: Mrs. Gladstone: A train
Of brocaded sea-grcen silk, Of Spital6elds
manufacture. lined with white glace and
trimmed with magnificent Mechlin lace;
petiicoat of rich white brocaded silk; BODY
and sleeves la Louis Nv, richly trim
med with Meclrlin laceto correspond; head
dress, ostrich feathers, lace, lappets, and
diamonds Mrs. Cardwell: Train of blue
MORE trimmed with Mcchlin lace; petit
coat Of embroidered tarlatan over satin:
head-drcss, feathers and celappets; orna-
ments. diamonds. Lady Clemcntina VII
hers: Mantean dc cour, composed of pink
satin, boullonnc with tullc body, trimmed
with silver blonde, front bouillonne with
point esprit d 'argent;petticoat ofpink glace
covered with two skirts Of point esprit
d'argenf; head feathers and lappets.
Right Hon. Mrs. Sidney Herbert: A cour,
costume, composed of train and body OF
rich pink glacesilk. trimmed all round with
tulle and bows of satin ribbon, skirt OF
pink glace, with three deep Brussels lace
aounccs, looped with agrafes of mixed
laurcls; head-drcss; composed Of plume
Of feathers. Brussels lace lnppets, and a
diadem Of diamonds.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

An attorney in Dublin having died ex-
ceedingly poor, shilling subscription was
set on foot to pay the expense of his fune-
raj. Most of the attorneys and barristers
having subscribed. one of them applied to
Toler. afterwards Lord Chief Justice NOR
BURY, expressing his hope that he would
also subscribe his shilling. "Only shil
hing, said ToLrR, "only shilling to bury
an attorney! Here is guinea; GO and
bury one-and-twcnty ofihcm,'
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

~ Sims, the fugitive slave, has been
safely landed in Savannah, and we pre-
sumo will soon make tracts for Texas OF
some other place where he can be more
safely kept
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

We learn from the Boston Journal of
Thursday evening. that Minot's Rock
Light House was carried away,on Wedncs-
day afternoon. Two Of the Assistant
Keepers, named Joseph Wilson and 10
seph Antonio, were lost
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

SOMETHING NEw.-Who ever supposed
that the ordinary blue Thistle, with which
our fields abound, could be made fit for ia
BILE use! A friend of ours in town assures
us that such is the fact, having tried them
upon several occasions. He selects the
most tender roots, and has them cut and
cooked after the manner of satisfy, to which
he considers them superior in favor. He
was induced to make the experiment from
noticing the avidity with which hogs and
sheep eat the roots. He also considers them
very wholesome.
1t is not impossible for the blue thistle
to be made table vegetable Every thing
is adapted for use. Some years ago the
tomato was considered unfit for culinary
purposes, and now it is the finest summer
vegetable we have. We have only to say
that if the blue thistle be brought into gene
raj use, THE VALLEY is amply prepared to
furnish the world Winchester RepuJ1i.
can.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

In the case of Edwin Forrest rs. Catha-
rine Forrest, lat New York; Judge Ed
munds has given decision, dissolving the
injunction so far as it Restraints the defen-
dant from molesting his wife, because no
act of molcstation is shown, and no good
ground exists for apprehcnding any. The
injunction is also dissolved so far as it re.
strains the defendant from disposing of his
property, because he has not abandoned
his wife without adequate support,and there
is no reason to apprehend that he will dis.
pose OF ms property so as to avoid the iu.
risdiction of the court. But the injunction
is retained SO far as it sustains the defcn
dant from proceeding in his suit for di
vorce in Pennsylvania, because the defcn
dant has not legally changed his residenc.
from New York to that State. and has nc
right, while both parties are legally domi
cilcd in New York, to subject his wife to
foreign jurisdiction for the purpose Of OBJ
tanning divorce.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

A terrible calamity by fire occurred in
Elizabeth, Harrison county. Indiana,a few
days since. The dwelling of John Han
negan was totally consumed, and, what is
awful to relate, Mr.. H., his wife, seven
children, and mother law Patrick Sloan,
and a man whose name was not known,
twelve persons, all persisted in the hames
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

The St. Augustin, Florida, Herald
states that sugar is destined to be the great
staple of the State,the climate and quality of
me soil giving lis particular advantages
beyond any other portion of the United
States The trade in moss, hemp, arrow
root, and the orange and Lennon, has al
so become of much importance-R;cA.
Eng.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

Robt. Gatewood, Esq, of Norfolk, has
received disappointment ofAdjunctProfcs-
sor of Mathematics Of William and Mary
College.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

ALL Understandable Philadelphia
Sun says although Pennsylvania has with
drawn her democratic Sturgeon, n York
has sent her Wing Fish, to supply his place.
1t is only fair that the tenants of the water
should have a Senator, while the earth has
its Clay, and Docns-the trees their In
der~ood-the beasts their Badger-the
storms their Hale-the sun its Brightness
the soldiers their Shiezd-the mechanics
their Cooper and Mason-men their Foo,
and Sonle-sportsmen their Hunter and
Chase-churches their Bel1-manufactur-
ers their Milier-servants Butler-four a
Rusk-monarchicsa King-tricksters their
Dodges--and the mans wife who went to
cousin Sally billiards. party her Wade-
The birds have no Senator unless itbe Daac-
SOFAS for the progressives they have a
TFalkcr.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28


''Sumncr is elected. Whole number of voics 1913
Necessary to a choice 1875. Sumner l95; all others
1913. There will be some trouble how one vote shall
be counted, but it will turn out US above"
We imagine the Americans despatch is
later, as it will be seen that the Tribune
refers 10 the vote which is explained above.
Doubtless the wish was fatbcrtothc thought
with the Tribune writer tits to be hoped
that the U. S. Senate may yet be spared
the disgrace ofbeing contaminated by the
presence of such member as Sumner
but really the indications show that it is
almost hoping against hope, for it seems
the coalition of the Free Soilers and Dem
ocrats is yet to override all oppositioa.-
May kind Providence avert SO dire ca
lamity.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28
Excitement in Boston.


Great excitement prevails here in reference q the
Senatorial election. On the goth ballot the whole
number of votes was 1857; necessary choice,
1874 Sumner received 1913, aud there one
ballot with his name ON ii crossed out. Winthrop,
l67; scattering 90.
The tellcrs equally divided on the subject Of
counting the scratched vote. Much debate ensu-
ed, but the majority finally decided 10 count the
vote and reported Sumner elected. The speaker
announced the result accordingly. A motion was
then made to rc-commit the report Of the Commit
tee on Counting with instructions to report among
the scattering a vote they had thrown out After
debate this was agreed to- and the Committee then
reported whole number of votes 3S3--ncccssary to
"A choice, 1875. sumner, 1914; lacking one Of an g.
lection Another ballot was then ordered amid
great confusion. Whole number votes, 1856.
SuEincr, 1913; Winthrop, 1866. Scattering, II.
Sumner still lacking vptc. n motion then
made to adjourn, and the House refused to order
another ballot Intense excitement prevails, and
the avenues leading. the State House icd ~
dense crowd.
The Board of Aldermen yesterday retracted thcii
refusal Of Eaneu Hall to Mr. Webster, and passed
resolutions inviting him TO speak there. Alderman
Rogers, with a committee Of Council called on Mr.
Webster last night and presented the resolutions
stating TINT they represented the feelings Of III,
Board. Mr.. Webster thanked him and said he
would reply in writing.
A British schooner came on shore at Cape Cod
and ii is supposed all on board were lost.
The above is a tclegrapbic dispatch we
find in. the Baltimore American ofThurs-
day. Thc New York Tribune las des
patch of the same date to the following cf
feet:
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

The following interesting paragraph Is
extracted from arecent work called "Tex-
as in 1885,"
Towns on the Rio Grande are springing
up at different points with wonderful ra-
pidity. Within the last few months seve-
raj have sprung into existence. Edinbo.
rough and New st. Louis have been start
ed within few weeks; the former about
one mile, and the latter four miles below
Reynoso. Brownsville, situated opposite
Matamoras, has rivallcd in its rapid pros
perity every other town in Texas. AL
though but two years old, it contains a
population of 5000 inhabitants and, accor-
| ding to present indications, will soon be a
large and populous city. The amount Of
business transacted at Brownsville is i'm
mcnse; far exceeding any calculation based
upon the population By estimation, it is
computed that $6,O0O,000 worth of goods
have been received there during the last
year. So great has been the increase of
trade between Brownsville and the interi-
or of Mexico, that the two ferries between
Brownsville and Matamoras, which the
first year were rented for less than 500,
have this year been rented for nine Mou-
sand.
Besides avast amount of freight which
some two or three steamers arecontinually
engaged in taking from Brazos Santiago
round by the mouth of the Rio Grande, and
up that river a single house at Point Isabel
forwards on to Brownsville by land from
ten to twelve thousand barrels per month
The fact is that much of the trade of Tam
pico and Vera Cruz now passes through
this channel Brownsville is now the
great gateway OF entrance into Mexico, land
is taking the business almost entirely from
Matamoras. Its situation combines beau
ty of scenery as well as natural advanta-
ges.-Thc vicinity has become hallowcd
by interesting scenes during the late war.
This portion of the Rio Grandc valley is
associated with scenes of thrilling interest.
Here our army first met the Mexican foe,
and on the plains of Palo Alto and Resa-
ca de Ia Palma were achieved the first
two ola series of victories unparalleled in
the history of civilized warfare. Although
these scenes of blood and carnage are pas
sed by, no one looks upon those Interesting
battle-felds without feeling the deepest
emotion; and though time may work its
changes, long will it be ere those sacred
places lose their power to interest.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1851-04-28

cient and authentic Of historians, the most
penerrAiing. digni6ed, and illuminated Of
prophets, the pro(oundest. sagcst of legis-
iaiors, the prince Of orators and poets. the
most excellent and amiable Of men, the
ERNEST, faithfullest Of believers.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03

Vermont has recently been dubbed [by the
Washington Union, we believe) 'the Crab State
of the Union" 1t seems from the following
statement, that although she is not exactly pro-
crossing backwards in population, she does moi
keep pace with that of her sister States, and it is
supposed that she will have to lose one Of her
members Of Congress, which will not be sub
jecr of general repining:
CENSUS OF VEaNoNr.-Official census returns from
all The towns 10 the State, with the exception Of eight
IN Rutland county, show the present population to be
O3l90-a gain 10 ten years Of poses. This will be
increased by the eight to be heard from about
$1,000 Increase in the last ten years. about LILO per
cent
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03
From the ". o. Picayune, 25th inst.l
FROM TEXAS.

By the arrival of the steam ship Maria Burt we
have received papers from Galv eson of the 18th inst
We learn that the health OF Galveston continues very
good. During the week ending 10th inst there were
only six inerments
Sugar making on the Brazos is now nearly over
The official returns of the vote on the ten million
proposition show but 439 votes for, and 1877 against
the bill. Many counties made returns, and the
vote 10 most small, owing TO the fact that the
ceptance OF the proposal generally looked upon
certain.
Capt. Murray, the schooner Hornet, died on the
9TH inst, the second day out from New Orleans, bound
TO Maagorda The mate anchored the vessel this side
of Velasco and shore for medicine for another
on board who supposed to be dying.
The Houston Telegraph informs us that Judge Joseph
P Ports died suddenly at the Old Capitol in Houston
the 29th ult. He had only arrived in days
previous.
According to the report of the Comptroller and Au-
ditot made the Legislature OF Texas at lis late extra
session the total ostensbe debt OF Texass $l2 1922 044
and the real par value OF same Sc .Sl2 1926.
The late cold weather covered Turtle Bay, which
connects with Galveston Bay, with continuous sheet
of ce and destroyed large numbers OF cattle the vi
ciny OF the mouth of the Trinity.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03
IMPORTS


The official statements of the Treasury Department,
make the following aggregate exhibit OF the imports
into the United States, for the year ending Both June,
1850:
Amount imported free of duty. ........ 1922 7lO 1892
Amount imported pay ng duties. 1855 427 1886
Aggregate amount OF Imports Sl7S lbs, 31S
Total amount, excluding Coin and Bullion l73 500 500
Amongst the dutiable imports, notice the follow
ing prominen; items Manufactures OF Wool SIT ISL, :
500; do. of Cotton $40, l0S79; do. of silk and Raw
Silk SIS 04l COG do ofFlax 49, 1874 674 DO OF bar Iron
rolled 4,959o22 cwts, 81, 397 1866, OF Cast. German
and other Steel SC 242 COY OF Tin s3,l5l 3l9 of su-
gar and Sugar Candy 81 .55s, 544 of Leather 81 49,
5ll; Raw Hides and Skins s4,799,O3l Distilled
Spirits So, 1884 Hats Caps Bonnets, &c. 81 $780,
1875; manufactured Tobacco, Cigars and Snuff 81 743
3ii; Wheat Barley, Rye, Oats. wheat Flour and Mea
s2,246734.
When we consider that our country is capable OF
producing each OF these various classes of manufac-
lures, it does to be incomprehensibe that any
should doubt the sound political economy OF the policy
of encouragiug American enterprise.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03

The editor OF the Savannah News speaking of Jenny
Linds first Concert in Charleston says; 1--WE learn from
a friend who present GA the occasion, that there
part OF the performances not reported in the pa
pers next morning. 1t seems the Charleston people
have uncomfortable recollection OF wooden num-
my which Barnum pamed off upon them some years
ago; and before the appearance OF Madlle Lind they
made demonstration accompanied with violent Ian
guage, threatening to burn the Theatre. The Mayor
it seems had had an intmation of what intended,
and prepared an armed force accordingly and appear
ing on the Stage notified the ri oters of the fact No
thing however, had the effect Of queing he distnr-
ba nce which was momently increasing, until Msdlle
Lind made her hrst appearanoe-and all was silence,
calm and respectful Such he effect OF her appear
that the riotous demonstration not renewed.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03
ENHEATRE.-MANAeER, MIR. JOHN S. POT
TER

KNHEATRE.-MANAG MIR. JOHN S. POT
II TER.
gD Boxes so cents Pit 25 cts
BENEFIT OF SIR VIM. DON,
Who will appear for the last time in Richmond
Positively the last appearance OF Mr.. Graham, Miss
Richardson and Mrs. Stephens.
THIS EVENING, Jan'ry Sd. will be performed
the brilliant comedy of
THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL.
Chas. Surface, Sir VIM. Don Lady Teazel Mrs Potter
Jos. Surface. Mr.. Graham Maria. Mrs Stephens
Sir Peter Teaze Wacot Mrs Candour, Mrs Sloan
Characteristic Dance by. ......... Miss Carline.
After which, the Trial Scene from
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE.
Shylock. -. Mr.. Graham Porlia. Miss Richardson
New Dance, by ,..............M MISS Cariine.
To conclude with the farce OF
POOR PILLICO DDY.
PilIicoddy. Sir VIM. Don Sarah Blunt, Mrs Stephens
Doors open at half past oclock--curtain will rise
at 7 o'clock.
ADMISSION-Boxes SO cts; Pit 2s cts; Centre
Gallery so cts Side Eastern Gallery l2i cts; Co.
lored Gallery 25 cts.
Seats can be secured from 10 to 2, and from 3 TO
O'clock ia 3-E
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03
Debate IN the Senate on the Correspondence 'oltt
dustriO


Austria.
The short debate, which occurred in the Sen
ate after the reading of the correspondence be-
tween the Secretary of State and the Austrian
Minister, is fit and almost necessary accompanl-
ment to Mr.. Webster's noble declaration of the
principles of our Government in regard TO the
internal concerns of foreign powers For, while
Senators differed in opinion as to the proprety of
an unimportant motion to print an unusual num-
Der of copies of the correspondence, it cannot tail
TO be observed that all united in applauding the
doctrines set forth as American by the Secretary
of State. Our readers will find the official report
of this interesting discussion in another portion
of this days paper, and having read the same, will
we doubt not, cordially concur in the following
Judgment of the Baltimore American upon Mr.
Websters letter and the Senatorial commentary
NOTHING could be more in accordance with the pub
lie sentiment of the country than the views and prc
pies announced by Mr. Webster as forming the basis OF
our relations with foreign States, while the language IN
which those views and principles expressed IS wor-
thy of the great master OF dctlon from Whom 1t eman-
ates and Of the occasion which prompted its utter
ance The debate in the Senate shows
how cordial and unanimous was the sentiment OF that
body in approval OF the Secretarys letter. It's language,
tone and principles The remarks OF Mr. Clay, SO dis
Greet sound and appropriate as to wear upon the
face of them the well known characteristics OF that
eminent Statesman, will mpart an additional Illustration
to the principles of American diplomacy set forth by
Mr. Webster Upon the whole may commend the
correspondence and the subsequent debate to our readers
as fit and worthy offering on this commencement OF
New Year-as embodiment OF American principles
of nationality and vndication OF republican rights and
dignity which the entire world may look upon and find
instruction therein"
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03

The st. Louis Integencer, of the 10th, says .
We have been requested by five of the most ex-
tensive and best Touring mills of this city, to tender
to the Hon. Henry Clay henceforth any quantity
of flour necessary for the use of his household at
Ashland. We are furthermore requested to state
that the -four thus presented will be guaranteed
equal in quality to any manufactured in the United
States, and especially inferior to no brand made in
St Louis. AS an earnest of what they propose to
do in the premises, learn that each of the five
will Immediately ship to Ashland barrel of his
best.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03
CITY A FAIRS.

Piracy IN EMBRYo.-The schr D. w. Eldridge, from
wilmington, Del, now lying in the Dock shipped in
Philadelphia free negro named Peter Lewis as
hand on board said schooner On Sunday morning
last this fellow went ashore, drank to intoxcaon and
went aboard the vessel in the evening damning the
eyes" ofevery body, but of those board particularly.
The captain ordered The fellow below, which order he
not only refused to obey, but boldly announced his de-
termination to take possession of the vessel beore she
reached Cape Henry on her outward trip Lewis then
went ashore, notwhs landing orders to the contrary
when the captain caused his arrest Upon being brought
before the Mayor Tuesday that functionary ordered
the officers to conduct him to the Valley and give him
thirtynne stripes. This mode oftreament will doubt
less nip in the bud the rowing propenstes of this would
be Buccaneer
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03
.Spoi, and the United STATES.

In the Spanish Cortes, on the 18th October
the Marquis OF Pidai, Minister of Foreign Affairs
made speech in which, amongst other things, he
referred to the conduct and professions of the
government of the United States, read despatch
from Senior Calderon de la Barca; which showed
the present relations between Spain and the Uni
ted States TO be very satisfactory, and that the
American government had given every assurance
ofits determination to employ all possible means
GO prevent any further attempt at invasion.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03
JANUARY NO. OF HARPER, SHAN
NONDALE, &C.
FOR SALE by

j. w RANDOLPH, Jan. Sd.
December part Living Age-per year .,...... Sc 90
Dr. Bere's Lecture on the Jesuils. .,......... IL
January No. Money Reporter. ................ IL
Wyman's Handbook of Magic, containing the
wonderful tricks performed by Bitz, Wyman
and otners. ......"..s' IL
Fourth supply OF The Mothers Recompense, a So
que TO Home Influence, by Grace Aguilar--50c,
muslin Observation-Disclosures. IS,
The Young Christians Annual, containing stories
from the Bible, with 80 craftsmanship, gilt edgesl SO
Second supply Of Olive, novel, by the author OF
"The Ogilvles,", ....................... IS
January No. Harpers New Monthly Magazine. 25
The Youths Coronal, by Hannah agg Gould. 62
Shannondale, by Mrs. SouthworIh author of "De-
serted Wife," Reribulon, &c, Is
NLOVER SEED, of prime quality, for sale by
" jas T.. H. SKINNER.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03

Mr.. Lloyd Tilghman, Chief Engineer of the
East Tennessee and Virginia Railroad, advertises
in the Knoxville Register that sealed proposals
for the graduation and masonry of forty miles of
that improvement will be received at his office at
Greeneville (,renn.) until the 9TH Of January.
This link of forty miles commences at Nc
Bees Ferry, on the Holson river, fifteen miles
East of Knoxville, and extends to Bulls Gap.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-01-03

The nett proceeds of Jenny Lind's charity con-
ed to the handsome sum of $3440, which was d..
vided amongst thirteen benevolent institutions in
that city. Truly the poor of the land have cause
so cherish the memory of the gifted and generous
Sveda