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Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

CASE OF MISUNDERSTANDING man, James Hem
ton, Is or 10 years of age, son of Mr.. Evan Hen
ton, keeper of the Poor House of Rockingham
county, was shot at the house of Mr. John Clat-
terbuck, in the Chestnut Ridge. few miles from
this place, on Tuesday night, or Wednesday morn
ing last. We learn that young Henton, in COM
pany with some two or three other boys or Young
men, attempted to get into Catterbuck' s house,
for the purpose, it is said, of lynchng Chatter
buck, who does not sustain very good reputa-
ton in his neighbourhood. In their efforts to get
in, gun was discharged by some one within the
house, which unfortunately struck young Henton
the greater portion of the charge, it is thought,
entering his body: lie was seriously, but we hope
not mofsS hounded. We regret this unfortu-
nate occurrence. as the father of young Henton
is one ofour best and worthiest cfrisens
Rockingham Register.
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M EW GOODS.-Recelved per schooner Hendricls
" Hudson several packages Of spring and summer
Goods, consisting in part of an elegant assortment of
all kinds OF Dress Goods, Hosiery, Gloves Laces,
Ribbons, Trimmings, Needle Work Muslins, Lace
Sleeves Capes and Collars &c. &C.. all Of which am
disposed to sell on the reasonable TERMS and re-
specially invite my friends and the public
~ VIM ]. SWORDS,
NH 81 22l Broad ST., Shoekoe Hill.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

HUMBUGS.-Emprcs and quacks have, in every
age, since the art of printing first discovered pre-
scented to the world thousand different Slaves bams
and basams purporting to restore the hair on bald
turnp as to try to bring back your halr when has
fallen off from other then coporea Illness The
hair can be preserved, but never can be restored.
When the hair commences to fall Off it is generally
caused by the persprable fluid being secreted in too
great abundance for the healthy condition Of the hair
lew applications of Flechers Hair Tonic will perfect
ly eradicate dandrutf, restore the hair to new and
healthy action, thereby adding its growth and beauty
Manufactured and for SALE by VIM Fletcher, Anleri-
eau HOTEL also to be had Of the following agents. Alex
Duval, r. +. Duyal and w. Fl. Srabrook, Druggists
Main street, and II. j. Miller, IT'S, Broad street
Price 30 cents. NH 25
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The Fredericksburg Recorder says we were
mistaken in stating that Mr.. Ho laday was once a
Wing, and declares 1--WE presume correctly, though
we had somehow derived decided impression
to the contrary that "Mr Fl. has always been a
Democrat of the straghtest sect" The Recor-
der apologies for Mr.. Bayly's sometime Whg-
gerry, by saying he was "a States' Rights Whig.'
Does our contemporary think he displayed his
States Rights principles in lis advocacy of the
Compromise, which the Recorder has denounced
as being an outrage to the Southern States that
justfes and demands secession ? In regard to
Mr. Seldom also, the Recorder has word to say:
"With Mr.. Seldom and Mr. Holiday we have been
personally acquainted from their boyhood The former
was reared with Wing associates of high intelligence
and in boyhood imbbed their opinions without due ex-
animation. So soon, however, as he came to mans es-
tate and thought tor himself he put awaychidsh things
and adopted the principles OF the Democratic party
We knew him intimately when mere youth; and
marked with interest the struggles of his powerful mind
to throw off the trammels of Whggery. The result
was just what expected; he succeeded, even earlier
than had anticipated, and never had to reproach
himself for acting with the Wing party
No doubtitdid require mighty struggle to throw
off the prepossessions and convictions of sound
Wing principles. Mr.. Seldom, like many other
men who are now high in Democratic favour, was
seduced from the right path at the time of Mr.
Calhoun's memorable conversion This was the
case with Mr.. Boceck, about whose Wing antece-
dents we see the Lynchburg Virginian represents
that question has been raised. AS the editor OF
the Fredericksburg Recorder knew Mr.. Seldom
in his early Wing days. so we knew Mr.. Bocock.
He was, at college, as warm Wing as we should
desire to see, until Martin Van Buren, captivated
Mr.. Calhoun and him together with the Sub Treas
ury, that narrow grave of many Jackson-hater
and Van Buren, despser.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

49, AUCTION NOTICE.-The attention of
housekeepers and the public is invited to the sale Of
Mr.. A. D.Townes' Furniture, TO take place this NOR
Franklin street. between lst and Foushee Streets After
which will be sold valuable mich Cow and an ex-
cellent Buggy. Sale to be conductedby
NH 81 GEO. J. SUMMER Auet
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

A RARE YourH.-There is youth exhibiting
at bingham, Massach useus, 10 years old, who
stands nearly eight feet high. and is still growing
The Journal says his shoes are sixteen inches
long. and his cap is as big around as bingham
bucket. Seven years ago, when he was 2 years
old he was known and noted as dwarf, he was
then but three feet hight, and weighed only "a
pounds. Since that time he has grown eightin-
ehes year OH an average and has not done yet.
lie now weighs 400 pounds, and has strength in
proportion
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

The MILIrARy.-The Senate having passed the bill
to exempt members OF volunteer military companies
from jury duty and for other purposes all the volunteer
companies, if we except the German company paraded
IN honour OF The occasion Saturday. saluss was
hred on the Public Square, by deachu ezst of the
Fay'tte Artillery, and the veest qualification perva-
ded the ranks OF the different volunteer corps at the
passape Of the bill.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

THE CoTToN CRoP-A writer in the Apalachicola
Commercial Advertiser states that the average pro-
ducton of Cotton for the last thirteen has been O.
and for the last five years. 22l000O bales The present
crop will probably up high as 2,250OOO bales
The average weight OF American bales has been as
ceraned to be 467 lbs but the bales the present
he thinks, will fall at least 80 pounds below the usual
average. IT this be thu case the actual dec ency in
weight will be equal to 1885 bales In other words
the crop will be nominay 900 bales but actually
only 2,O92,66 bales. This il correct will doubtless
make material difference in the range of prices for the
residue OF the season.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

ILL-coNsIDERED LEGIsLATIoN,-The ST. Louis
Republican recites notable illustration of the
improperly oflegisla,ive bodies passing bills with
no other reading than that of the title. At tae
late session of the Legislature of Missouri, bill
passed both houses, received the signature of tho
Governor, and has become law Its title is, "To
incorporate the Wolf Spring Seminary. &c.
the land SO forth" having the very important
bearing of expeling all the agencies of foreign in
surance companies from the State, with perhaps
one or two exceptions. 1t is supposed that the
bill was slipped through both branches of the
Legislature without reading, or further expana-
ton of its provisions beyond Incorporating the
seminary.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

DRowNED,-Saturday evening, the body of a coloured
man, name unknown, was found in the Basin 1t is
supposed, however, that he belonged to some of the
boats, and met his death by accidental drowning
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

NIAGARA SUSPENSION BRIGDE.--A few days since the
suspension bridge, over the Niagara, from Lewistown
number of persons Thirteen wagons, laden with sand
and stone passed from each side meeting in the centre;
and at the time hundred persons on horseback
and on foot passed over The result was satisfactory
to the parties concerned.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

Mr.. G. Walton, OF Louisa, announces, in lotter
to Gov. Floyd, that he has closed successfully his Ia
bours for the discovery Of perpetual motion.
have now nothing to do but put on the centre weights
You may propably wish to know something of the
structure ofthe Lever. can only say to you, that it
is by proper arrangement of centres and construction
oflevers, with the of the centrpeta and centrifugal
forces. With a suspended or swinging fucrum, the
pressure is transferred
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

1W TO THE VOTERS OF JEFFERSON
WARD.-We commend TO your suffrage at the ensr.
ing election for Common Councilmen, Mr.. N B. HILL.
Mr. Hill is well known to you gentleman OF liberal
views, and we think, is well qualified for the station
MANY VOTERS,
NH Silt Oh Jefferson Ward
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CONCERT AT THE AFRICAN CHuRCH

CONCERI AL The AFRICAN CHURCH.,
Parodi and her musical suite drew an immense au-
dience to the African Church Saturday evening The
associations OF the place rather unavourabe to-
tasteful enjoyment, but they were soon dspeed by the
excellence of the performances The room seemed
peculiarly adapted to the volume of Parods voice. and
she sang with an ease we never saw equalled The
other performers all acquitted themselves to admiration
II will be seen that the Germania Band remains in
the city, and will give concert tonight at the Theatre
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

tg ANNUAL MEETING OF THE BIBLE
SOCIETY The Annual Meeting OF the Bible So
cety Of Virginia will be held in the city of Richmond
on TUESDAY, the LIST of April at u o'clock p. M.
Auxiliary Societies requested to send delegates.
NH l0-td G. N. JOHNSON, Rec. Sec'y
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

On Friday night last after midnight, citizens
fusion Of company OF fanascas so or 60 in number
dressed oot ~ every imaginable fashion and shape
eY presented gate grolesqne and amusing appear
Shcr' Utmost making person believe that he look
ING upon similar to those at ,he Is
m Rome. No damage done we believe if except
the breaking open the Engine House carrying the En-
ace Oh. and lesynF u minus lis wheeIs- Char Jefer
ssataH.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31
DIED,
NH Silt

DIED,
Yesterday evening" after an illness of few hours.
CHARLl.S WILLIAM, son of Charles w and Mar
garet Purcell in the second year of his age His f-
neral will take place this afternoon, lat O'clock from
the residence OF his father OF Main and 9TH sts
The friends OF the family are requested to attend with
our further notice
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

SHINPLAsTERs.-Wes see that paper OF the following
import has been issued in Washington
"THE PoToMAc SAVINGS BANK will pay to the bearer
Twenty-Five Cents in Virginia Bank Notes when five
dollars are presented II. NJ. HANSON, Cashier
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

THEATRE-Mr. Manager Potter having yerv con-
sderately and properly rendered the widow and or.
phan children of the late Mr.. Robt. p New Treasurer,
benefit Tuesday evening has been set apar, for tina,
purpose, when trust there will be general turn out
on the part of the paygoers The task administering to
the wants OF the orphan, is pleasant one, at all times.
and under all circumstances in this it peculiarly
so, because the iather had claims upon this commune
~, which all who knew him were ready to concede
whilst living To his widow, and his helpless offspring,
then, let the hand OF generosity be extended The
manager will doubtless present attractive bill on the
occasion. and those who visit the Theatre Tuesday
night will enjoy the pleasing reflection that whilst they
have spent evening agreeaby thsy have at the same
time contributed something towards cheering the heart
OF the widow and the orphan.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

MUNICIPAL ELEcTIoNs-We congratulate the cjti-
zens OF Richmond on the passage through the Senate.
Saturday, of the bill amend the Charter of the Civ
OF Richmond. AS already stated the bill provides for
the election Mayor Recorder Collector OF Civ Taxas
High Constable, Sergeant OF the City, &c. by the PEG:
pie, and postpones the municipal election from the lst
Wednesday in April to the third Wednesday in Nav.
Mainly to the untring exertons of our efficient dele
gate Ct. T. August, Esq the people indebted for
the passage of this bill through both Houses We shall
publish the bill in full Tomorrow
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

We learn, that at late hour Saturday night, Iohn
M. Daniel ESQ., Editor of the Richmond Examiner,
was arrested at his room. and being taken before the
Mayor, was recognized under penalty of $1,000, to
Keep the peace towards VIM. G. Scott, Esq the dele
gate from Powhatan, whose signature a card of
personal character appeared in the Wing of Saturday
morning Efforts have been made to secure the arrest
of Mr.. Scott, but thus far without success.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

TREASURY DEPARTMENT, March 81, 1851.
The Secretary OF the Treasury hereby acknowledges
the receipt Of "an dollars, beongngt to the Govern
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

MAYORS CoURT.-Not solitary culprit darkened
the door of the Court Saturday to the unspeaka-
Bile qualification OF at least Reporter who took leave
OF BENCH bar and officers rather unceremonously upon
learning the true state othe case His Honour ascend
ed the tribune and seated himself upon The tripod with
as much gravity as though he expected to be called on
to decide trespasses braws and homicdes without num-
Der; the officers stood around the room istlesslv if wa
except or two, who appeared prepared to shout ont
'silence, gentlemen !" with an energy and depth Of
lung which would have astounded old Stentor himself.
severa juvenile "lmbs fthe law who looked as tbouoh
"bret was the least Of their expectations and "fee
among the unsubstantia things of which dreams ara
made, circulated about the Court room the and
the Northern portico of the City Hall absorbed in pro-
found meda,ion-when 10 the Court opens, Breath
less silence regns undsturbed even by the deep beah
ing of the Marshal Ney of the police-His Honour
looking steadfasy at the officer of the morning. asks
in hurried tone, "Is there anything from the cage?
when the officer, with mournful shake of the head.
replies "no, sir nothing!" The Court then red If
any oil the officers had reports to Make whereupon
general movement towards the tribune by nuisance hun
ters becoming apparent, we left
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THE TIMES TERMS.

DAILY TIMES, per annum, if paid in advance, or
within 80 days from the beginning of subscribers
year. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS co
DO il not SO paid lin every case). .....i.... co
SEMI WEEKLY TIMES, per annum, if paid
in advance, or within 80 days. 8zc........ 90
Do. ii not so paid lin every case) ............ 90
Single copies, Daily Times, two cents each; semi
weekly three cents eacl-in wrappers ready for mailing
tour cents each. For sale at the TINES OFFICE.
Copies OF the DAILY TINES can always be procured
likewise, at the Periodical and Newspaper Depot of
Messrs ALLEN & GENTRY, on Broad street-price two
cents.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

IMPORTANT News From reliable sources we learn
that the Canadian government has resolved 10 close
the Welland Canal against American vessels This is
measure which il persisted in, will infct serious
blow at the trade and of the Lakes affecting
materially the prosperity and interests of all the
nues OF trade leading from Lake Ontario.
Great excitement exists at Oswego and other towns
connected with the commerce OF the lower Lake and
the river St. Lawrence
This movement is we'll understood to be rataliatory
one against the United States Government, and the
State Of New York, in consequence Of the former not
granting reciprocity trade, and the latter shutting
out the Canadians from the free use of Lake Cham
plain and the Champlau Canal.-N Y. Express.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

IMPORTANT POSTAL ARRANGEMENTS WITH CANADA
We mentioned a few days SINCE that the Hon. James
Washington, negotiating postal arrangement with
Postmaster General Hall, in reference to the mail ar.
engagements between the United States and Canada
men has been effected and will 60 into operation at an
early day, by which direct sealed bags will be made up
for the chief pacesiu Canada. The postage to be the
same in each county. That is, letter not exceeding
half an ounce will be charged tive cents to the lines
from part of the United States and five any
place il the united province OF Canada; the postage
to be pre- paid not, at the option Of the person
sending the letter.
The postage newspapers and pamphlets to be pre-
paid to the lines as heretofore.--N Y. Conn.,
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

AUCTION NOTICE.-All persons who have
bought goods at Mr. Evans sale will take them away
day. Monday iurthes as we have to deliver up
the house on the lst OF April
JOS. MAYO, r.
NH 30 ]. WOMBLE,} trustees.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

BREAKING GRouSD.-Ihursday, the 9Th inst
having been fixed upon as the day to commence
work on the East Tennessee and Virginia rail
roa, at Strawberry Plains, a number of dstin-
guished speakers were expected to be present 10
address the people
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

THE LEGsLAruRE.-ln the House Of Delegates Sat-
urday "a communication received from the Senate
announcing that that body insisted on their amendment
the resolutions in relation tho Southern Congress
strike out the words 1.-THE State of Vermont only ex-
cepted" from the 9th resolution. Thereupon the roll
was called when the House refused to concur in the
Senae's amendment-ayes 4S, noes SO. So the House
insisted on their disagreement TO the Senate's amend
men We trust these resolutions may not be lost by
disagreement on this point between the two Houses
The Chairman Of the Committee OF Privileges and
Elections made report on the contested election casa
from this city, giving the the returned delegate
Mr.. August.
The House then took up and passed number of bills
which will be noticed in the regular report ,o-mor row
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

SPRING MILLINERY.-N c. BAR
&S93 TON, 1909, Main street, invites the attention of
WI Merchants and Mners to large assortment of
Spring styles Silk Bonnes. Dress Caps Trimmed
Straws, French Flowers and Bonnet Ribbons Prices
moderate. NH 81 .
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CITY Az FAIR
SUBSCRIPTION TO THE DANVILLE
RAILROAD.

In further recommendation of the proposed city
subscription of $4,000 to secure the heavy rail
on the Danville road to the Junction, it may be
proper to suggest that immediate action is ndis-
pensable, or the object cannot be attained The
Directory are now advertising to let contracts for
laying the plate rail between the Appomattox river
and Burke's, and the letting will take place OH
the 2sth of April next, unless the city subscrip-
ton be made before that time. In our former ar
ticle, we explained the reasons which have govern
ed the Board of Directors in deciding to lay down
the light rail without delay. By the time men
toned, the track will probably have been laid as
far as the Appomattox, and, the grading being in
readiness beyond that river, it would be mpoli;ic
to delay the completion of the road in order to test
the practicabity of raising the private subscrip-
tons under the new act of Assembly. BY STEP
ping forward at once, the CITY can secure the hea-
Wy rail, which the slightest reflection must con-
vince every man, is all important to invite the
trade and travel towards Richmond. We under
stand difficulty exists in regard 10 the legal au-
thority of the corporation TO subscribe, but the re-
quiste authority will probably be given by spe-
cial act which, having passed the House of Dele
gates, was to be before the Senate on Saturday,
authorizing the counties interested in the road to
subscribe to the new stock, and which the friends
of the work designed to amend so as to extend
the privilege to the cities and towns. The legal
impeachment out of the way, we trust the Council
will have no hesitation in putting the question to
the popular vote on Wednesday, or, if not then,
on some special day, which may be well appro
priated to so important an object.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-03-31

WARM BATHS.-FLETcHER's Bathing Esab.
lishment, under the American Hotel is open daily
from A. NJ. to 10 P. M. Single baths 25c, or five
tickets Tor ST. oc ID