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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

AMERICAN OCEAN STEAM NAVIGATION. - The
passages that have been made by the Collins line eff
steamships since the beginning OF the year ISL,
prove conclusively that we we're not carried
away by our feelings in praising those magnificent
vessels as we did, having the fullest confidence
that, sooner or later, they would fulfil all our
expectations. They would have done so frem the
start, il the officers, engineers, frernen, &c, had
had the necessary experiensc which can be acquired
only by time. Without il, any enterprise viii, to
certain extent, fail at least, it viii not result
as favoraby as it otherwise would. That expert
ence, however, was acquired in less than year
the engineers and officers became thoroughly &C
quainted with what their vessels were capable CT
doing, and The result: is before the world The pass
ages made by these ships since the commencement
Of this Year, without parallel in the history
Of ocean steam navigation. Within that time
the pubic have been astonished at the performance
Of the Pacific, the Arctic, and the Baltic; and we
would no doubt, have been able 10 include the At
lantic, but that che has been detained for few
months in England, waiting for shaft. The
Pacific which recently made the run from Liver
pool to New York in nine days and tweatyone
hours and half, steamed over three hundred miles
every twenty four hours while she was at sea-a
feat which was never before accomplished The
Baltic her last trip to this port made the passage
in ten days and seven hours-the distance being
three thousand one hundred miles. She run over
three hundred and thirty-fiye miles in one day. On
the whole, most sanguine expectations corcern-
ing these steamships have been realized. The
Franklin of the Havre line has also fully net the
anticipations Of the owners and friends.
In this connection, may say that an effort is
being made in Ireland, well as in this city, to
have the port of Galway in that country selected
a steam ship station. 1t has been demonstrated
that London and Liverpool can be brought forty
eight hours by making that city station,
and the natives Of Galway in New York have de-
termined upon at least making effort to do so.
The committee appointed by the British govern
ment recently did that city manifest injustice in
selecting Holyhead as mail station in preference.
They have accordingly put their heads together,
and decided upon sending either the steamship
North America or the Brother Jonathan there, TO
show to the world what can be done in the way Of
conveying late intelligence to London via Galway.
They will hold their last meeting to- day. Sooner
or later we are satisfied that Galway must be made
an American steamship station, and that all the
passenger trade and great portion of the freight
between the two countries must 60 through Ire
land.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

The steamships Cherokee, Capt windle and Brother
Jonathan, Capt squiers will leave this port three
o'clock this afternoon, for Chagcs with passengers and
the mails for all parts Of the Pacific. The mails will
close at two o'clock The WEEKLY HERALD will be pub
nshed at ten O'Clock this morning Single copies six
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

Balance in fsror n free ststes 50 q
This shows that the relaxivs proportion OF the rep
resentaton o. che free and sa~eholding states re-
mains nearly the same :. IL -aseen years aimee; the
gain IN favor Of the freq St~1os being ctiy four
votes in the House Of Rep esensssfyes. while the
admission Of California adds TIVE Senators % the
vote Of the free States in the other branch o. Con
grcss.
The foregoing returns are, 81 eosrse, quite in
perfect, and DO not agree with come other state
ments W have seen; but they are sufficiently near
the mark 70 satisfy public curiosity for the present.
We arc under the impression that the popu. alton
Of Calornis il placed too high by some thousands,
a. the census shows what was the number Of inhab-
taDts in June, 1850.
The comparative increase Of the different classes
Of the population II the United States shows that
the gain Of the ssites, for the last ten years il
nearly ~ per cert; Of the slaves, nearly p per
cent; while the free eolored class have increased
lees than per cents Discrepancy striking as to
be worthy q Investigation With gard 20 the cause
which excerpts that portion a the population from
the general law governing the increase - both the
black and white races in this country, aid which
applied 10 the free colored people previous g The
year lsi0, az well a. to the whites End slaves
The population Of the states and Territories vest
tho Mississippi end extending to the Pocifc Ocean,
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

Mountain Beavers the highest things conceivable
way preferable to the black hat and they already much
worn BY those who attention TO comfort we'll
fashion. IL wish TO article containing
ganoe. durability ghtn and cheapness call Know
Fulton street aud he supply you with greater sat
tion to yourself than any halter In tosn.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

scsn recently from London hns associated himself with
Dr. wheeler 0culst for the treatment 81 diseases Of tho
eye and the practice 81 ophthsmie surgery ARTIFICIAL
IN appearance equal 60 the natural organ, inserted without
pain. Office . Barclay street
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

Special Notice TO Business Men.-Mr. Pride,
Of our once will leave this day in steamship Brother Jona
than California In mail Our charge is
only ~ cents Per letter to San Francisco.
BEkFOKD L. CO., 2Astor House.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

Carpstsf you wish TO do with satisfaction tn yourself
and 20 The advantage q your purseof Msssrs " A. Pc
1ERSON Co, No 10 Canal street They sell cheap and
their assortment selected with and experience ~
Of the largest and most varied in Ladies will find,
by calling nj the store Of these gentlemen that goods
readily shown and every facility Afforded 10 purchasrsto
make their selection.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

Persons intending to take passage 10 Eng-
land In the Royal Mail Steamships requested call
the once Broadway before believing the report. that the
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

patent Tapestry. Ingram Carpets Rugs Table Covers
window Shades, sc at unparalleled low rrioes, A. =
Bowery. Hiram Anderson the celebrated. largest and
cheapest carpet establishment In che United sstss Ao
Ingram Carpets at r.. is. Sc. and &C. per yard.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

Goats at sl also superior single breasted Froek Coat,
from $40 20 Sl2 commenced business where sx years
and doing each successive GEO.
b. CLARKE ll6 william street. Summer Clothing ready
made and made TO order.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

In $780, the entire population of this region, ex-
elusive of Indians, was about 9O0, 900.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

ANDIRsoNs. Threepfy stair Carpet s~ 6s. per yard,
Brussels Stair Carpet s yard Eight spacious sales
rooms stocked with beautiful Csrre and OH Cloths ~ iov
prices.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-26

Ii representative population isfsrrned BY s1eing
10 tn whites and free .colored thee-hftas q the
slaves, according 10 the constitution.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
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A SPECK OF WAR,


The news from Mexico, in reference to the
expulsion of the American Surveying Party
from the lsthmus of Tebuantepec, has created
a great sensation in New Orleans. The par-
ty went out under assurances of protection
and encouragement from the Mexican Govern
ment; general passport was granted to
them by the central authorities; and the
Governors of Vera Cruz and Saiaca were
specially directed to favor and facilitate their
operations. But now all this is changed
The Mexican Congress. having been influen-
ced, either by foreign diplomacy, or apprehen.
sions OF American progression" have reyo-
ked the original grant, and put stop to all
proceedings, which they recently countenan.
ced.
The surveying party had not completed
Their reconnoisances, but the company in New
orleans, by whom they were employed, have
expended over 500, 900, and are consequent
Y not willing to abandon the enterprise
ihey feel a strong resentment at the conduct
OF the Mexican Government, and, it would
appear, are determined not to submit In
the New Orleans papers, we find advertise
mcnts issued by them, calling for 500 labor
ers and two small draft steamers. With
these they propose TO proceed with their
work, and to resist any attempt to interfere
with them-relying upon the interference and
profession of the Government of the United
states 1t is said they will have no Difficult
" IN procuring all the men and supplies they
want.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO CANAL.

By the 22d annual report Of the Presi-
dent and Directors Of the Chesapeake and
Ohio Canal Company to the stock holders
mode on the Sd of June, it appears that
tina accruing tolls for the present year, up
10 the Dist Of May, was $44, LOG Al, and
that l54 boats have been engaged in the
transportation of articles. |. is confident.
ly expected that. with the expansion Of
the canal business, the number of boats
will be greatly augmented. 1t seems also,
from This report tina; coal is delivered at
Alexandria by canal at So 37a per ton
whilst the cost Of il in Baltimore by rail.
road is $3 75-thus giving shippers from
the former place an adva, t.ge OF 37a Cts.
per ton over those who ship from Balti-
more. This circumstance has led the
President and Directors 10 the conclusion
that the interests Of Baltimore will require
that cross cut canal shall be constructed
from the District Of Columbia to this city.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
LATER FROM CALIFORNIA.

The steamship Brother Jonathan has ar
rived at New York from Chagres, bringing
San Francisco dates to the 14th June. AT
San Francisco business generally was at a
stand. The news from the mining and agri-
cultural districts is of the most cheering char
acter- new discoveries of gold being made
daily, and the weather having been most pro-
pitious for an abundant crop. Another case
OF Lynch law had occurred at San Francisco.
BY this arrival we have also intelligence that
MIR. McNanus, one Of the exiled Irish Pa
triots. had made his escape from Van Dieman' $
Land, the British penal colony, and that he
had reached San Francisco in safety. Smith
o'Brien and others attempted to escape at
the same time bat were unsuccessful. Bait
inner.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
DRovEs OF CATTLE.

Within the past week several droves of
cattle have passed through this County, from
Greenbrier and Highland for the Pennsyl-
wanna markets. Cattle from the Western
Counties are now driven principally by the
valley road. The new road authorised to be
made from this place to Romney, would af-
ford more direct route for this kind of trav-
Ell. 1t would also have the advantage of be-
ing well watered, and of passing through a
fine grazing country, all of which would tend
to draw travel upon it. This should induce
those interested to raise the balanc of stock
required for the construction of the road, and
have it put under contract, as speedily as
possible.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22


A number Of persons attended at Hedges
vile on Saturday last to witness procession
of the Sabbath School children Of the Epis-
copal Church of that place. An invitation
had been extended to the members and chill
drea ofDthsr Churches 10 participate In the
proceedings Of the day An address suita-
BILE to the occasion was delivered by the Rev.
Mr. sprigg, at the Church AT the conclu-
sion Of the services there. about 2 o'clock 10
the evening, the children, with their teachers.
were formed in procession. 1t presented
quite an imposing appearance. The process
sion was conducted to the grove near town,
where an abundance of refreshments had been
provided. After all had partaktn of the
dainties, cakes, fruit, Re-, the children were
addressed by the Rev. Mr.. Lepps, when the
procession re- formed, marched to the Church
and there dismissed.
large number of ladies were in atten-
dcnce The dinner seemed to have been en-
tirely under their control, from the excellent
taste displayed in getting it up.--Rep.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
THE AUGUST ELECTIONS.

Elections will take place in the States
OF Kentucky, Indiana. Alabama. Arkansas,
Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa on the 4th Of
August, and in North Carolina and Ten.
nessee on the 7th Of August. Kentucky
is to choose governor, lieutenant COVER
nor, legislature, and ten members OF Con-
gress. Indiana has likewise TO choose ten
members Of Congress. The election in
Alabama is for governor, legislature, and
seven members Of Congress. In Arkan.
sas member Of Congress is 10 be elected.
Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa have already
chssen their congressional delegations ;
this year they have simply TO elect local
and judicial officers. North Carolina will
choose nine members Of Congress. In
Tennessee the election is for governor,
legislature, and eleven members Of Con
gresS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
The CHOLERA.

At st Louis on the 4th instant there were
l l deaths by cholera, and on the 9Th 10
At Cincinnati during the week ending on
the 10th, there were 10 deaths by cholera
At Hannibal, Missouri there were IA deaths
by the epidemic during the week ending LIST
in slant.
The Southern illinois Advocate, published
at Shawnectown, announces the death OF
Hon. Albert Gallatin Caldwell member of
Congress for the district in which the Advo-
cate is published He died of Cholera at
Springfield.
The Alton Telegraph states that the chol-
era has appeared in Upper Alton within a
few days past. There has been strong ten
dency to diarrhea in the town and vicinity
for several days. Cholera cases have occur
red at Mount Vernon, Carlyle, Edwardsville
and Olney, III. In the latter town the a
larm occasioned cessation of business, and
large numbers of persons abandoned the
place
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
TIE NEW COSTUME.

The Romney Intelligencer of the 18th
says: "A married lady of our village made
her appearance on Monday evening last, on
Main Street, dressed in the Bloomer costume
or rather in the dress of lady Of fash
ion, as described in our last number, which
is not the entire revolution in dress proposed
by Mrs Bloomer and her companions in re-
form. Those who were so fortunate as to
see the lady in question describe the dress as
decided improvement in the street sweeping
'draggle- tails' now worn, and as becoming
and very pleasing costume"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
SOUTH CAROLINA SENTIMENT.

If the expression Of feeling at the ccebra
ton of the anniversary Of the battle Of Fort
Moultrie, is true index Of the sentiment Of
the people Of South Carolina, it certainly
points to very lamentable state Of affairs
1t shows, that instead Of that love and ven
Grafton, they should have for Constitution
under which they have prospered for more
than hnlf century. they entertain the most
implacable hatred that the light bonds Of
republican government are more Calling to
them, than the iron rule of a despot; and
that, having become mere and more restless
and discomfort from the mere vagarcs of an
overhcated Imagination, they want only "a
heart to lead, a hand to point them to the
deed Of disunion.
As South Carolinians and Americans, they
have reason to rejoice at the result of the
battle of Fort Moultrie and to celebrate each
succeeding anniversary with patriotic pride.
1t was the first victory of the revolution, and
was achieved by South Carolina arms: it
was the first star that rose in the dark night
of the revolution, to light the way, and cheer
the heart of the patriot Of that gloomy Pc
Rod: it was national triumph, and its re-
turn should be celebrated 10 national, not
a sectional spirit The following are some
Of the toasts drunk on the occasion:
Fort Moultrie Surrendered for our de-
fence, our defence requires that it should be
surrendered back again. Let the State or
de- and it shall be done
Separate State Secession 1.-The only pos
sible road to Southern Independence.
The Memory of John G. Calboun.-llc
fought the good fight for Southern Rights
and he died with his armor on (Drank in
solemn sience.)
The State of South Carolina The time
has now arrived when it becomes her to throw
off the shackles of an oppressive aud tyran-
meal government.
The Southern States.-0ne in Interest
and one in Institutions, they must be one in
Government, or be enslaved and destroyed.
John A. Quitman.--Ihe first President OF
the Southern Republic In all the ilustrous
line to follow bin, there never will be found
clearer head nor Drawer heart
BY A. +. Hertz The submissionists Of 81
like the Tories of '76, must be driven from
amongst US.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
THE STORM.

The oldest iuhabitant" does not recollcet
so severe and destructive a storm MS passed
over ourtown on Saturday evening last. The
wind blew perfect hurricane, the rain fell
in torrents accompanied by hail, some of the
stones were as large as walnuts Thousands
Of panes of glass were broken in town-huit,
leaves and limbs were knocked from the trees
In the County large trees were Frustrated,
fences, stacks of hay aud grain were bowed
down, and the corn much injured.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
NORTH WESTERN VIRGINIA RAILROAD.

TIE following letter announces the sub
scription to the stock of this Road to the
amount sufficient to secure the charter au-
thorizing its construction:
GAZETTE OFrIcr Parkersbarg. Va,
July 10th, 1851.
Gents-One hundred and sixty thousand
dollars have been subscribed to the capital
stock ofthe North Western Virginia Railroad
Company, in this place. In this amount
include the subscription of fifty thousand
dollars by the Corporation of Parkersburg.
Little or nothing has been subscribed in the
neighboring counties. Our books will close
tomorrow Charter secured
Respectfully, A. NJ. STERRErT.
The charter being thus secured. the next
step to be taken is the opening of the sub
scription books in Baltimore and the subse-
quent organization of the Company The
belief is very generally expressed by the
Pittsburg press that the Hcmpfcld Railroad
will be built, now that it has been taken up
by the Pennsylvania Railroad Company and
the mercantile interests of Philadelphia. In
our opinion, much depends upon the manner
in which the Parkersburg Railroad project is
taken up by this community with hearty good
will and prosecuted with becoming vigor, we
think that the movement will prevent the
investment of the requisite capital in the
Hempfeld road; but even should it be o.
therwise, Baltimore will be able to compete
successfully with her rival for the immense
trade and travel which must pass over the
Straight Line Railroad between st. Louis
Cincinnati and the South West, and the
central Eastern Scaboard BALI. Amer.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
na-In the proceedings of the 4th of July

nas-In the proceedings of the 4th of July
dinner, at Goddin's Springs, near Richmond,
Mr.. Faulkner is represented as having said
"he had been volunteer" and his father
had fallen at the battle of Bladensburg. -
This mistake is corrected by the Enquirer.
at Mr.. Faulkner's request. Mr.. f. in reply
to some remarks of Gov Floyd, alluded to
the services of his grandfather at Brandywine,
where he was wounded and taken prisoner.
lie had not been volunteer himself but
was among the foremost 10 the State to as
sist in calling out and encouraging volunteers
to aid in sustaining the honor of the National
flag.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22

fse1y~The Convention on Thursday got
through with the County Courts The sys-
TEN is retained in the new Constitution and
the Magistrates made elective. In the af-
ternoon session, the Convention was oeeu-
pied with the report of the Legislative Com
mittee. Very few changes were made. The
Convention adjourned while or the subject Of
guarantees,
After the legislative department, the judi
ciary only will remain. 1t has now become
quite certain that the Convention will be dis
solved on or before the LIST of August.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
OLD ANn NEw SCHOOL.

According to the recent Annual Repor,,
Of the Old School and New School presh,
terrain Church in the United States, the for.
mer body numbers % synods. 1874 Presbv,
teries, ISL Candidates for the Ministry, %,
Licentiates, 2,027 Ministers. 2,675 Churcbe.
and 2l0, zoo Commandments, Members added
within the year on examination, 1882; by
certificate, 1892. The New School Church
numbers q synods. 1o4 presbyteries, 1,4ss
Ministers, 40 Licentiates. Churches 1879;
Communicates 10000; added within ID,
year by profession 5000 BY certificate a.
2O3.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
LAND OF PLENTY.

A butchers advertise me nj in the Wyihe.
UiHe Republican announces that the price
OF his beef is four cents pound, and it
will shorty be less!" 1.-THE London scale of
fuuerel expenses prevailed 10 South Wes-
tern Virginia. ii would be decidedly cheap
er to live than 10 starve there.
Tia: is The country the Virginia and
Tennessee Railway is about 10 thread. 1t
consists Of half dozen large Counties Of
the finest limestone land, smooth and ara.
BILE 10 the very tops Of the mountains.
tir0jnj1n
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22
GONE TO AFRICA.

Thomas Fuller and Benjamin Jenifer,
coiored preachers, left Cambridge, Md,
on Saturday last, says the Democrat, to
take passage in the Liberia Packet, which
was expected,o leave Baltimore yesterday.
They go for the purpose ofexploring that
country, and intend returning this fall to
take their families. who remain here du-
ring their absence. If their reports be
satisfactory TO others. they anticipate on
raising colony for the purpose of emigra-
ting TO that country.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1851-07-22

Designs on Lower California. The
New York Courier and Enquirer says that
u Is IN possession Of information which in
ouces the confident belief that the annex
alton OF Lower California to this Union,
so as TO make, by the division Of Califor.
ma another slave State, is in comtempla.
non' and has such sanction from prominent
ana influential men as places the ultimate
success OF the movement beyond doubt.
10 the hrst place little or no opposition may
oe expected from the inhabitants, and in
me second, unlike Cuba. the scene Of OPP
era''on is loo remote for interference by
our government.