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RiGhmoni Flour iuspeotOrS.

We had cut from the Lynchburg Virginian all
article complaining of the Flour Inspectors of
this city, and proposed TO notice it as soon as we
obtained the requisite data. We find, however,
that our neighbour the Wing has anticipated us,
and we insert what it says touching the mat
ter:
Flour INsPEcrloN.-The last Lynchburg Virginan
has an article on this subject, in which grave complaint
is made OF the Richmond inspectors and flour dealers,
in reference to Lynchburg flour brought 10 this
ket. The srauamen the charge is, that flour in
speced there and shipped to this Market is subjected
here to a re-inspection, the Lynchburg brand being
erased and that OF Richmond, substituted in lieu Of
it, 1t Is commended that this is manesty unjust to
Lynchburg, as it prevents her brands from being
known abroad and practically excludes her from all
chance OF competition
Our contemporary must have been grossly misinformed
OF the facts Of the case his whole article is but It's
sue OF errors 1t is not true that when -four is in
speced here the Lynchburg brand is erased We have
upon the most reliable authority, that such is
the practice Nor is it true that any considerable por
ton OF Lynchburg flour is inspected at all The in
spector volunteers 10 do On the contrary he
performs this part of his duty with extreme reluctance,
and only when it is required by the purchaser This
have from his own lips
The Vrgnian states that as good flour is inspected in
Lynchburg in Richmond and that theinspector there
will contrast favoraby with our own. This may be
true for augh we know to the contrary We certainly
have no desire to institute any nvidous comparisons,
even If we felt qualified to do so. But we learn from
unquestoned authority that the Richmond brands stand
higher abroad than those Of Lynchbug, precisely the
Scottsvile brands outrank own. Some Of flour
dealers, aware of this fact will purchase Lynchburg
-four until it has undergone re-inspecton. They know
the estimation in which the Richmond brands held
abroad aud possibly may not be altogether satisfied with
the character enjoyed by those OF Lynchburg. 1t is for
this reason and this Alone that Lynchburg flour is
renspected The dealers will buy until this has
been done, and the inspector has right to refuse
compliance with their wishes. Whenever it is not re-
CURED the inspector never nterferes with it.
The Virginian states that about $4,000 bbls will be
inspected in Lynchburg this year, aud intimaes that
nearly the whole of shipped abroad will pass under
the name Of Richmond -four. We have been informed
upon good authority that not than from $500
1000 barrels average reinspected here. This
certainly does not look it such very gross injustice
was done to the Lynchburg MARKET or that by the
duct OF our Richmond dealers che excluded from fair
competition. As we before stated, in no instance
where flour is renspeced here is the Lynchburg brand
erased They both remain upon the barrel and if any
variance exists between them, it lett to the
to determine which is the mast reliable
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

FROM TExAs.-A battle with runa,oay Slaves!
BY an arrival at New Orleans we have advices
from Galveston to the 18th inst.
The Victoria Advocate of the 18th inst. says
that Capt. McColloch and his Ran gers lately en-
countered gang of runaway negroes in the
neighborhood of the Nueces while making their
way towards Mexico They were Immediately
challenged to surrender, but, instead of comply
ing with the demand they opened fire on Nc
Cuoch's men, killing two and wounding one OF
them. A general engagement then ensued, by
which all the negroes were killed. The negroes
are supposed to have run away from plantations
on the Brazos, and have given much trouble to
the counties of De Witt and Victoria.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

The jury in the Woodwork Planning Machine
Case, SO long pending in the Supreme Court, be-
fore Judge Grier in Philadelphia, was on We'd
nesday decided by the jury. Spring and others,
the defendants in the case were decided to have
nfrlnged the Woodwork patent. Judge Grier
said that if witnesses came again into that court
to swear that VIM. Woodwork was not the in
ventor of the patent, he would ho'd it to be prima
iace evidence that the witnesses inten.
ded to perjure themselves, by swearing to
what they knew nothing about This question
has now been decided in the same way Eg qggsrv
Circuit Courtin the Union, involving an immense
outlay in litigation.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

NASHVILLE, Chattanooga & CHARLESTON RAIL
RoAD.-From the Annual Report of V. K Stevenson,
Esq, we learn that the present amount OF capital in this
enterprise is 50 560765, of which one million two hun
dred thousand has been paid in Nashville AND Charles
ton have subscribed $500 900 each and the Georgia Rail
koad Company $25O,0oO: tits expected that seventy
miles of road will be finished during the present
The success OF this great work will give TO the South
ern States the carrying trade of the great valley of the
west, hereto fore mouopolzed by Northern lines The
report estimates the lost Of completing the entire line
from Charleston 10 Cairo. the confluence Of the Mis-
sssippi ard Ohio, at less than fifteen millions dollars
against forty five millionaire least cost at which any
OF the Northern cities can approach itWth the addi-
DISTANCE rom the desired point Charleston Courier.
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INTROnuCIInM


On the 18Th day OF May, 1885 Dr. Brandreh for the
FIRST time, made known in the United States the Cele-
GRATED BrdndreM Vegetable Universal Pills. He left
them TO stand all by their merits He made no
aluson to any other medicine; simple facts were stated
and the following principle laid down as the Brand.
1ethsan Theory, viz: that all local Diseases whether
OF the stomach or bowels, enlargement of the joints hue-
inac affections, cutaneous eruptions dyspeptc COM
plants, or whatever other forms such local disease
puts on, were nothing more than many symptoms
OF dlsordered style of the constitution and that his
pills which were discovered in England in ISL were
medicine that had the effect Of restoring the con-
stltutlon to health and vigor simply by removing all
bad and acrimonious humorsfrom the blood by the sto-
and bowels The American public have now made
trial OF this medicine for nearly ten years. and have found
that the medicine is not all humbug. The patronage
Dr. dreth daily experiences proves that the medi
cine gives universal satisfaction
M. BRANCH, Richmond Va.
Only authorised wholesale and retail agent,
No east Main street, corner opposite Old Market.
:, Country Agents and Planters can be supplied at New
Yofk prices. apis
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Senate. He concluded by moving that the committee
f'se in order that there might be time Tor gentlemen
to reflect upon the merits oil his amendment
The ayes and noes were demanded by Mr. Conway
and ordered on the motion that the committee rise,
which was agreed to, ayes "a, noes IS.
10 Convention, Mr.. TAYLOR moved that the amend
ment proposed by Mr. Saunders be printed for the use
of members
On motion, the Convention adiourned
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PLANK ROADS THEIR COST.

The following letter, addressed to Mr.. Hinton, of
Rocheport was read to the Pank-road meeting in CO.
lumbia, S. c., on the 18th ult
PETERSBURG, Va, March IA, 1851.
Dear Sir-1 take pleasure in answering the inquiries
received this morRng.
l. The cost Of plank roads has generally ranged from
81 200 to 50 800, averaging $1,000 per mile.
g. Taking $4,000 as the cost, the proportions would
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~ TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF
R!CHMOND.---The amended charter of our CITY, re-
be elected II officers, among them the High Consfa
bic, beg leave to say that having held that office for
number OF years, am willing to continue to do so.
the voters OF the city OF Richmond desire it. As to
the manner in which the duties have been DISCHARGED
during the time have held the office, leave to lha
people of Richmond to Judge.
nv 1-2t JOuN COOnIN
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Messrs. EDIToRs: The qualified voters of this civ
having determined, by very large and dealslya ma
loy, to accept the Charter amended by the as egis
laure. we desire TO through youf i,fnal ha,
THOMAS j. EVANS, Esq, will receive Tie cordai
ana hearty support OF large portion OF his fellow
Tor City Officers. The eminent qualifications Of Mr.,
Evans in every essential particular, for faithful and
satisfactory discharge OF the duties of this distinguished
Once, are so universally Known citizens that we
deem wholly unnecessary enlarge upon this point
We anticipate opposition; but let union and harmony
prevade the bosom of every friend and his elevation to
APP 26--6;* MANY VOTERS
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SPONGE TRADE At KEY WEsT.-The Sponge trade
is creating quite sensation in our midst large num-
Der OF our citizens are engaged in procuring it, and are
reaping handsome reward for their labor. The
Sponge is cured and brought into market and sold to
our merchants for New York consumption, where they
are manufacturing beautiful article OF cloth from it.
The discovery was only made some six months ago.
that il was valuable tor such purpose-and now the
article commands, in this market, from ten to twelve
cents per pound and first rate article we'll cured and
attended to, will bring even more. There is always a
demand for it, and would not surprise us to see T. at
no distant day. one OF the principal commodities of our
secton.-Key West Gazette. 5th inst
we are informed that sponge 10 the value of $50
Tall. Sentinel.
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NEW PUBLICATIONS.
N II w BOO KS
KbOEIVED BY
MORRIS 81 BROTHER.

-, NOhhIS ~ BKoIH Elk.
First Things, series of Lectures on the great facts
and moral lessons first revealed to mankind, by Gar
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Practical Treatise on Banking, by James VIM. Gil
bart, T. K: S. The best banking system may be de-
ieated by imperfect management, and, on the other
hand, the evils of an imperfect banking system may
be greatly mitigaed, if not overcome, by prudence.
caution and resol luton. First American, from the
filth London edition
The Casars, by De Quincy.
The Irish Conederates and the Rebellion of 1898 bv
Henry NJ Field
Gtote's History of Greece Legendary Greece; 2.
Grecan History to the reign of Peisisraus at Athens,
by George Grote Esq, 3 vols.
London LANCET tor April. Observation-Disclosures. so
Richard of York, or the White Rose OF England SO
The Prince, or St. George Julian. ...... so
The Loves OF Paris, romance. ...... SO
Rebels and Tories, tale of the Revolution $50, SO
International MAGAZINE fer May. 25
Leonard Normander, or the Three Brothers, 25
Mrs Ellis Housekeeping made easy. ........ II
Beechnut, Franconla story, by Abbott ~ so
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Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

THE HuMAN'HAlR.-Ladies and gentlemen now
days cannot complete their Toilet without FETCH.
ERs HAIR Tonic. The merits OF this article are aprea
ding far and wide, yet than is actually deser-
we'd. friend who has tried this celebrated compound
informs that it has wonderful effect in des-
troying dandruf, soitenng and identifying the hair,
etc.
Manufactured and for sale, by VIM. Fletcher, Ameri-
can Hotel also to be had Of the following agents Alex
Duval, K. K. Duval and w. H. Seabrook Druggists,
Main street, and H. J. Miller, IT'S Broad street.
Price so cents uIvI
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

ENO BUILDERS.-Sealedp proposals " i'll be re.
II ceiyed at the office of the Virginia Central Rail
Road Company, in Richmond, until the 18Th day OF
May, tor erecting an addition to their Depot, 30 feet
with slate. The foundation Il require pling on the
western side. Contractors requested to embrance
IN their bids all the work necessary complete the ad
don, and also to state when they will finish it,
Proposals are also invited for erecting stone wall
l2O feet long, between Broad street and the Tobacco
shed.
Plans of the work may be seen on the 18TH
II. GOLDEN RUGGEES,
mal-dtl3 G. E. Va. Central R. R.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

SMITH is presented to the of Richmond for the
office otCity Guager. That is he eminently qualified to
discharge the duties is conceded by all He has not
declared himself candidate. and probably will not but
this fact should not prevent any from voting far HIM
who would, had he done So He will have the cordial
support OF
my lit" MANY VOTERS
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01
CITY A II u AIRS.
CIRCIIIT CQTRT

The jury in the of the Commonwealth u.s. Har-
rle Hooper yesterday rendered verdict Of guilty. as
sessng the punishment Of the prisoner at three months
and twenty-hree days confinement in the county JAIL
Samuel Hastings, charged with the murder of Tbos
Chlldress was then placed the bar and the trial pro-
ceeded with
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GRAIN MEASURER.

The name of W. A. WRIGHT is recommended
as suitable candidate tor the Office Of Grain Measu
rer Mr.. Wright is known to b. man eyera " "
qualified to give entire satisfaction He is well ac-
qualnted with the Grain business and will give his en-
tire attention to the business the pleasure of bt,
people TO elect him.
ap2a--lw* MANY VoTrRs OF SHockoE Hu1.
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HONOR TO Col. BLIss.--The Royal Society of
Northern Antiquaries of Copenhagen, at a meeting
in that city on the 18th of February, at which the
King of Denmark presided, elected Col. w. w. s.
Bliss, of the U. s. Army, an honorary member of
that Society.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

re- lNouEsT-Coroner Wicker yesterday morning
held an inquest at Rockets, the body ofRobert Nc
Collin, seaman belonging to the schr New York. Of
New York. Verdict: accidental drowning.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

Messrs. Editors: You will please announce in Won,
paper that Mr. P. H. BUTLER will be supported al
the ensuing election for City Guager ane Inspector Of
Liquors by VI
ap 30-3t' MANY VOTERS
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

COLLECTOR OF THE CITY TAXEs-We
are authorized TO announce Mr.. WILLIAM C. WAL
IHALL a candidate for the office OF Civ Collector
al the ensuing charter election. an 2o-td
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

MEssRs EpIToRs:-Pease announce that VIII
LIAM Z. WATHALL will be voted for as City
Collector at the coming election. He is worthy OF
the confidence OF the citizens of Richmond and mer-
its the supper. and suffrage of every voter for that Of
hce The choice will reflect credit the city, as none
more capable could be elected
up 25-lw* MANY CITIZENS
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

INTERESTING TO LADIES.--Those OF the fair
sex who would minister to the graces with the prea
test security of success should use "Fetcher's HAIR
TONIC" for cleansing, sofening and beautifying the
hair Proper estimation has placed this preparation at
bottle. an 10
WARM BATHS.--FLETcHER's Bathing Estab-
lishment, under the American Hotel, is open daily
from A. M. to 10 P. M. Single baths Csc, or five
tickets for ST. or Is
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

One Of the French bubble companies for Cali
foraia mining, which has put out feelers in eve
~ direction, advertises shares in the Turkish pa
per published at Smyrna. So much for the march
of intellect
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

~ Mr.. WIN. H. MARTIN will be supoortea
Tor High Constable at the ensuing lection by
my ut MANY VOTERS
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MANY VOTERS.

TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF RICH
MOND-I hereby respectfully announce myself can
ddaie for election 10 the office of Superintendent
the Water Works.
my l-3t* GARLAND HANEs
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". MEssRs. EpIToRs: Please announce that am
a candidate for HIGH CONSTA BILE of Il is civ: and
should be the pleasure of my fellow citizens 10 elect
me to that office, can only say that the duties encum-
bered upon me shall be discharged faithfully.
my l--lW GEO. w, TOLER
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CITY COLLECTOR

VI COLLECI OR.
Messrs. Editors: Please announce to the vo,ara of
Richmond that am a candidate for City Collector.
and it elected, will strictly attend to the duties of The
office. JAMES STZRp ''''
ap 29-3t+
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THEATRE CARD-EXTRA.
CHERRY AND FAIR STAR.-The Manager
~ has the pleasure OF announcing that in compliance
with the wishes of many heads of families and also
with the request of many ladies and gentlemen, who
were prevented from witnessing the Gorgeous Fairy
Spectacle of
CHERRY AND FAIR STAR,
when first produced, in consequence of the religious
exercises during Lent that grand romantic spectacle
will be performed on
SATURDAY AFTERNOON. May Sd,
with all the new and beautiful scenery, machinery
tricks &c. as originally produced. Upon which oc-
the same effort produced as by night performance.
aGgy- The doors will be opened at Q, and perform
ance commence at o'clock precisely. Choice seats
can be procured by calling ct the Box Office any time
during the week. J. S. POTTER.
an 29-5t
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vENHE FAIRFIELD JOCKEY CLUB
IL SPRING RACES. 1851, will commence on
the second Tuesday u3lb) OF May next, and continue
four days
FIRST DAy.-A sweepsiake for years old colts and
Niles mile heats, 500 entrance S25 tortet-4 entries
and closed
!. A. Gillian names oh. colt by Prodigy, dam by
Duane.
= Z. d N; Green name Dr. illey by Bailie Pey,on,
dam by Prsm.
.. James Talley names CHI filley by Bengal, dam by
Betsey White.
4. John Beleher bay colt by Profit, dam by
PGam.
SECOND DAY (WEpNEsDAYl--Joekey Club purse $500
5 mile heats.
THIRD DAY (THuRsDAY)-Propretors purse 5000
2 mile heats.
FOURTH DAY FRIDAy)-A purse OF SlOO-mile
heats.
FIFTH Day tSArURpAy)-A splendid Saddle and
Bride will be put up, to be run tor by saddle horses-
mile heats.
From the number of fine horses now in training we
may CALCULATE on fine sport at Fairfield this Spring.
K. BLANKENSHIP g. j. BELCHER,
ap oo PropretOrs
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

TIE FIRST CENsUs.-In 1890 the population of tus
United States according to the census of that year
amouted to 1891 1896 The States wer. then fifteen in
number. Now the number of States is more than
doubled, and our population is increased some seven
fold
In 1890 the great State of New York, now the first
in the coufederacy, the fifth in regard to popula
ton. Virginia then the first likely to become the
able.
In every State in the Union in $780, slavery existed
except in Massachusetts,
But to return to the ofl79O In that year the
State OF New FORK had slave population Of 81 1874;
Pennsylvania had 3,737 slaves; Connecticut had 76i
"a larger number than Delaware has now. New Jer.
sew had slaves under the last census In 1870 she
had slave population OF II ,423 The question mghle
occur why not New Jersey slave holding State now
as then? She does not it to the aboitioniss that
she is not The answer to the question arises of itself
the laws OF productive economy, did not warrant the
continuAnc ofsavery in New Jersey; she needed dit
terent system Of labor and she obtained it. That is of
IT, The same formula ofqueson and answer is applica-
BILE throughout, and will continue to be 1910 matter
how much agitation there may be in some portions of
the country with regard to the domestic concerns of
other portions which might under fair construction be
supposed capable Of taking other own internal at
ffairs-Bat Amer.
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VHNHEATRE.-MANAe Mr.. JOHN S. POT
n TER.
BENEFIT OF
MIR. TAYLOR AND MIR. RYAN.
Last night but one Of the re.engagement OF Miss
Julia Bennett.
On THURSDAY EVENING, May LIST, will be
performed the beautiful play of
THE LADY OF LYONS.
Claude Melno,te, Mr. Taylor Pauline. Miss Bennett
Dancing, BY. ....."... Misses Carlne and Ince
NE" song oy...... ....."....-. Mr. Ryan.
To conclude with the tragic drama of
THE ROBBERS
Sw,zer.. Mr. Ryan Amelia. :. Miss Cappell
~ Time AAered.-PriceS Altered So
Doors open quarter after 7-curain to rise at quar-
Ter before O'clock
ADMlSSlON--Box so cts; Pit 25 cts; Centre
Gallery 30 cts; Side or Eastern Gallery l2a cts; Co.
ored Gallery Is cts
Seats can be secured from 10 to IL, and from 10
O'Clock. my lit
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-01

FAIRFAX tYA.l COUNTY AFFAIRs.-The News. of
Saturday last, has the following:
Joshua c. Gunnell Esq., of this village, as the agent
OF Reginald Fairfax, Sold Tuesday last, s5l71 acres
OF land tor Mr. F., at S. per acre. The land borders
on Dranesvis in this county, and lies south of it. The
purchasers, Messrs Davidson and Thronton OF Orange
county, Va, are the present owners of President Mad
sons farm in that county.
:, The county court, on Monday last, released Eli
Dyer enlarged with wounding Henry Frazsr) from
81 GOO security.
The saw-mill recently purchased by Messrs Love
and Seymour from Mr. Walker, and situated few
miles from the Great Falls has been consumed by fire.