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Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

Mr.. CLAY.-During portion ofthe session OF the
House, on Monday, the venerable form of the Sage Of
Ashland was seen upon the floor, He was or etad
with the respect due to his great character. Time is
evidently dong its work upon mis- body, but the great
soul is untouched; and we graf fed to learn tina
there has been decided improvement in his physical
health within the last two three weeks. He expect,
to leave Tor Washington about the 25th instant.
[Frankfort (Ry.) Commonwealth
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12
VIRGINIA ELECTIONS.

KANAWHA, comple,e)-Congress: Smith 34s:
Beae 49,
There was at the election, a decided majority
against the three new counties proposed be formed
out OF parts of Kama VIVA.
Dr. S. Patrick received almost the unanimous vote
Of the County for Delegate under the old Constitu-
ton.
NICHOLAS-Smith 1856; Beale 1903. Delegate.
Jones l64; Cooper 10.
FIFTH DISTRICT.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

STEALING MoNEY.-A white man named George
Thompson, "a sailor hoard a schooner lying in
Jamos River, distance below the city) was
brought to this city Monday evening in the steamer
Curtis Peck, and surrendered in the hands of the po-
nee lie stands charged with stealing $500 in money
from the commander OF the schooner-the larger per-
ION OF which was found upon his person. He was
committed for trial.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12
MR.. GILMER,S APPOINTMENTS.

See the proceedings of the Central Wing As
sociaton of Henrco, by which number of ap-
pointments ale made for Mr. John H. Gilmer.
the Canvasser appointed for the Senatorial dis
trict of Hanover and Henrico He will doubt.
less be prepared to fulfil Them
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

Commodore Charles Morris has been appointe ted
Chief of the Bureau of Ordnance and Hydrography
in place of Commodore L. Warrington, deceased
Commodore VIM. B Shuorck has been appointed
Inspector OF Ordnance, in place OF Com modore Morris
transferred 10 the Bureau.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

We would again call the attention of our readers to
Waugh's Grand Tour through Italy, and remind
them that this is positively the last week of its exh-
oltion IN this city 1t has been literally patron
lied than any work of the kind that has ever visited
our city, which is sufficient proof of its superior
it. Again we say, 60 and see it,
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12
TEA AND cOFFEp

The Enquirer endeavours to excite the larpe
community OF tea and coffee drinkers against
Mr. Summers, by proclaimng that he voted in
l84l for bill relating to duties and drawbacks"
which laid a tax on tea and coffee But its own
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12
FIFTH DISTRICT.
Powelps majority. .....................l 62

The Bedford Sentinel says that Mr.. Summers
was in Fincastle on Wednesday last, and expect.
ed to meet COL Johnson there. He was to be
at Liberty bedford c. H. on Friday, ''unless
he failed to meet with Col. ]. at Fincastle"
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

FIRE Yesterday morning at malt past two o'clock,
several small wooden sheds situated on lst street. be-
tween Broad and Marshall Streets were DESTROYED by
fire. Damage trifing
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12
CITY q FFAEag s.

CITY CoUNCL--At monthly meeting of the Conn
ell, held Monday evening, Thos, Diddep and John B.
valentine, Esqs. respectlve elected Clerks
and Wegh-masers of the Markets; and Daniel De-
noon was reelected Clerk of the Gas Works.
Mr. Saunders presented a report from the select
committee, TO whom referred the petition of GER
tain citizens for the extension Of the Shockoe Hill
Market to Broad street, which was ordered TO be
printed. Subsequently the Council adopted a resolu-
ton to again the 18th inst for the purpose of
considering the report together with one presented
by Mr. Robinson from the select committee to whom
was referred the petition of sundry citizens relative
to improving the navigation of James River
SUDDEN DEATH.-Yeserday morning, about half
past 10 O'Clock, most sudden and unexpected death
occurred in the restaurant of Mr.. Robert Murhead,
opposite the Shockoe Hill Market-house VIM p.
Byrd, Esq, young gentleman connected with the
bar of this city, called Mr.. Muirhead's and short
y after entering the barfoom engaged in converse.
lion with an individual present Some misunderstap.
ding occurring the person above alluded to- approach
ed Mr. Byrd In a menacing attitude, when that gen
teman fell from his chair, and instantly expired
Mr.. Byrd had been ia delicate health for several
years past-suferlng at times severely from an afee
ton OF the heart-and it is supposed that the emo
lions which were superinduced by the apprehension
of personal difficulty, caused his death He has
suddenly, and without mogent's warning, descend
ed to the tomb, in the prime of manhood, leaving an
interesting family to his untmely end
1t will be from the proceedings below that the
Hastings Court paid fitting tribute to his memory,
on learning the melancholy Intelligence
In Richmond Hastings Court, November term 1851
Il hivng been announced to this Court, that VIM P.
Byrd Esq, lawyer practlcing at its Bar, has died
suddenly this day. it is Resolved by the Court the bar
and officers, That they have heard, with profound sor
row, of this affecting dIspensaon of Providence and
tina! they tender to the widow and connections, their
sincere coincidence; and it ordered that this resou
ton be entered the records of this Court and that
this Court do now adj ourn.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12
A. REAT BO0K-SURGERY, for sale by
~ ]. w. RANDOLPH

no - ADlE q GRAY.
GRE A. BooK1sURGERY, for sale by
Surgical Anatomy. by J Maclise, Fellow Royal COL
iege OF Surgeons-6S coored plates Sll
Operative Surgery, based on Normal and Patha-
logical Anatomy, by F Malaigne, translated from
'he French by Britain, A B M D-pla,es 50 rs.
The Theology OF Scripture, or Doctrine ri Fypes
investigating IFS principles as applied to The eApana-
ton OF the earlier revelations Of God, considered as
preparatory. exhibitions OF The leading T. +, Of the
Gospel, by Rev ? Fairbarn-S2.
fersouel Memoirs OF a residence OF thirty years with
Indian Tribes on the American Frontier; with brief no.
tices OF passing events facts and opin ons d 1922
to D 1912, by H r Schoolcrat-8 vo So
The Lite and Adventures Of an Arkansaw Doc,or
by David Ratllehead, M D, the OF Scrapes with
Ovidii Masonis Gamma, with Schmitz & zumpt's
English notes-60.
Hodge on the Romans, abridged from Sunday
Schools and Bible classes-75
The Bible IN the Family or Hints on Domestic
Happiness by Rev. ii A Boardman-Sl.
Treatlses on ARCHITECTURE, Buildings Masonry and
Carpentry, by VIM Hosking, Thos Tledgold, and
Thos Youag, with 36 steel plates-S3 so.
The American Diary for 1852 beiHg an indsnensa,
BILE pocket compan aud reference book for bus
and professional men. no 70
Il g UIS }. BOSSIEUX, CONFECTTONRR-
- No lQ7 Maa Street, has just received by steamer
30 bbs Apples, selected f family use
81, 80 do do do layer do
80 ~" @No cara L Ire ClackeTS
2.00O0 Torpetoes, No
% boxes Muscat Wine and Cordials
5 casks Currants
20 boxes Ciron, Capers and Olives
20 do nice Rock Candy
20 do Juube Paste Gum Drops &C.
All of " hch offered at low prices
Fresh steam Candy manufactured daily. Call at
l07 Main street. no p
III FOR RENT.-An excellent wooden dive /,
LII Ing on 23d street, between Main and franklin
streets formerly occupied by Mr. Chalk, at present by
Mr. Woodcock, and contains five rooms with bick
kitchen in the yard. Apply to
TOLER g. COOK,
no II Genera AGENTS.
EpACON-lO hhds prime bright Bacon Sides
FED 10 hhds do do Breast pieces
Receiving, for sale by
no II CHAS. Il. WORKMAN & co.
CANDLES 60 boxes Jackson's superior Can.
~ dies, for sa by
no 10 CHAS. T. WORKMAN g. co.
so ACAELEL-oO bbls boston No MackereI,
VIZ for saleby
no u CHAS. T. WORKMAN & co.
EgUTTER.-30 kegs prime Goshen But err Tor
fo Y CHAs T WORKMAN & co.
THISkAY. 200 Tbs Cincinnati Rectifrd
w WhislIeY, for sale by
no i24 CHAS. + WORKMAN g. co.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

EpLEACHhD SPERM AND SOLAR
M1 OILS, for winter use, just hand and tor sale by
ADIE & GRAY, Druggists,
Successors 10 Alex Duyal
no ~ No l47 Main street
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12
MARINE NEWS.
PORT OF RICHMOND,

CLEARED,
Shin Darlington, French for Sydney, New South
Wales, with flour by Warwick g. Barksdae.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

Up OU ET'S DEFENSIVE PONCrNE
III "a SOAP, especially adapted for cleansing, whitens
ing and soening tue hands, and Tor use in the bath
received, for sale by 0 O"'-'
PURCELL, LADD & CO. Druggists,
In Jftb
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

VEsUvIANs.-An new article for lighting Cigars;
v they are pleasantly perinmed contain no sulphur
and will light cigar in the strongest wind, for sale by
no u ADIE & GRAY.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

cav EET OlL.-l5O baskets and boxes Sweet
~ Oil, Just received and for sale by
70 PURCELL, LADD 4 CO, Druggists
no II 90 Main street. cor lAih
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-12

NJ manu- by
no u E. G. & w. D TOMPKINs
EE WOOL HATS.-l have on hand 500 dozen
Is WOOL Hats, OF all colours and shapes, which
want are invited 10 call at No 81 Main street.
no IL JOHN TH0MPSON
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BETTER THAN GOLD!

PORTSMOUTH, July Q, 1851.
Mr.. J. E. BoUsH-Dear Sir; feel it a duty to make
known the benefit have derived from Dr. Hampton's
VEGETABLE TINCTURE For number of years 1
suffered from disease but to greater degree for the last
three years One of the forms of my disease dyspep
STA. From this dreadful malady suffered to such ex
tent that life really burden The attack of 1t on
different to that any other person Of whom
have heard at times it like the palpitaton Of the
heart; there constant humping and beating with
out ntermson about the region of my heart chest and
stomach; of the attacks would last for weeks my
stomach much dstended with constant pain, great
weakness, and constitution Of the bowels could
eat the most simple food without pain. also suffered
greatly from disease Of the kidneys with pain
in the back that could walk only with great difficulty
tried nearly all Of the most celebrated patent medicines
Of the day. but found relief had also the best med
cal attendance One Of my physicians frankly told II
could do me good. gave up almost in despair and
thought my disease certainly incurable
At this juncture heard Of Hamptons Vegetable Tine
ture refused TO give 1t trial. although persuaded by
my friends until my purchased few bottles, and
requested me to try 1t; after taking II few times II had
most happy effect my confidence increased, and
after taking three bottles my dyspepsia or disease OF the
stomach, was nearly II not entirely cured L now feel
myself new man. and in better health than for wears
am certain the cure In INV case was made INV this amn
toms Vegetable Tincture alone Since my cure have
recommended the tincture to a number of INV friends
who have also been relieved by It. Some Of the cures
have been as rapid and equally wonderful mine.
present my respects to Messrs. Mortimer Mowbray,
its value is above price, and from my cure, and what
have Of its effects Others shall feel II my
duty TO recommend IL TO the suffering. have doubt
many valuable lives will be prolonged by it, use. hope
the afflicted will east aside their prejudces and give
trial. Yours most respectfully, (Sgned)
JOHN LUKE.
The above is extracted from letter from gentleman
sixty years Of age and Of high character lie says
have given but faint idea Of my suerings feel mad
equate to the task We also have received in the last
few days. letters from two Of most worthy and we'll
known citizens, giving two remarkable Of spinal
disease But yesterday Of the oldest merchants
ported that he cured Of neuralgia of the head, Of
years standing, and bad that his teeth fell out from It's
effects. Call and letters. Was there many
cures, wonderful cures made by any other medicine.
All ask Of the afflicted Is that they try Hamptons
Vegetable Tncture the great purifier Of the blood and
for all chronic diseases dyspepsia rheumatism
scrofula and all complaints Of the stomach bowels &C.
MORTIMER M0WBRAY,
General Agents, Baltimore st.
Also for sale by Q. Stott Co., Washington, d. @.
Joseph MoHett, 7th st., X.
X. s. T. Cissel, Georgetown.
jy 16-3m G. c. Berry, Alexandria, Va.
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SILK GOODS.

DoWBN 4 McNAAfEE, lI2 and ia Broadway, New
Id York, have in store, and win receive by early
packets and steamers very extensive assortment Of
French, German, English, Italian, and India
SILK AND FANCY GOODS,
embracing every variety Of the newest and richest STYLES
offered in this market. Sample cards ready
for exhibition Merchants from every section Of the
country and particularly old friends and custom
ers, assured that every attention has been paid
present stock OF goods unequaed either in extent
variety, by any similar establishment in the country
signs samples furnished by US, and will be found
adapted to the best trade in the larger cities and towns
The following embrace the leading articles Of stock
Extra rich Chene and Brocade Silks.
Rich Paris Bareges, Muslins and Organizes.
Rich printed silk Tissues, new article.
New style English Poplins.
Barege de LANES, Paris patterns.
New style French Prints.
English Scotch, and American Printed Lawns.
Super Black Gros de Rhnes.
French and English Ginghams.
Plain and embroidered Canton Grape shawls.
Rich Paris Ribbons, large assortment.
Millinery silks, Grapes, &c.
Dress Trimmings, newest style.
Bolnbazines Apacas, and Muslin de LANES.
Baccs and Embroidery.
Linens and White Goods Of every description
Kid Gloves, best manufacture.
English and German Silk and Cotton Hosiery.
Long and Square Cashmere Shaws.
Rich Silk Mantillas, great variety.
Pongee and Sptalfeld Handkerchief.
Italian Crayats and Sewing Silks.
Also great variety Of rich goods for evening dresses
not enumerated in the above.
Also, Sinchews Sarnets Fancy silk Crayas Bay State
Plaid Long Shaws Linen Cambria Handkerchief, Green
Barcgca Satins Silk Scarf, Suspenders Plain black and
high colored Mousene de LANES, Turkey red Prints,
Curtain Muslins, Oil Silks Belt Ribbons, serges, Satin
~ Those who visit this market for SIX Goods, who
would consult their interest and who desire to
stock unsurpassed In every department at the very low
est market prices, respectfully invited to call
mar
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AMRRIcAs AND FOREIGN AGENCY,


Under IN, direction Of AARON HAIGHr PALMER, Of NeiD
York, aud WoRTHINsToN GARRErTsoN SrsrHk0, Of Neto
OrLeans Attorneys and Councillors Of The Sup. Cburt US
This establishment Is formed for the following objects
l. For practising law in the Supreme Court Of the Uni
ted States and conducting professional business before
Congress.
For the prosecution and Of claims In law
equity against the United States before Congress or
the Executive Departments against foreign Govern
ments before Boards Of Commissioners.
For the settlement Of accounts with the State, Trea
suy War, Navy, Post ONCE and Interior Departments,
and obtaining the remission of fines, penalties and for
FIXTURES for alleged violations OF the revenue, post Office
or other laws.
For securing letters patent for inventions from the
United states or from foreign Governmental and procu
ring land warrants and pensions under the various pen
sion laws of the United States
For collections generally, embracing debts ecacies
and inhertsnces in the United States and foreign con
tries.
For the purchase and sale of lands In anv of m,
States Territories OF the Union, and loaninp moneys
on mortgage Of real estate lying therein.
For Investment Of funds In United States and Stat.
stocks and losns collection Of the dividends thereon and
generally for the transaction Of all business pertaining
a law, loan, and banking agency
All communications addressed, postpaid, to Messrs
Palmer A snsthen, American and Foreign Agency Oft,
Of Washington, win receive prompt and faithful attention
PALMER a sNETHEN,
Juns 3o--1y~ Once No. 5csrroll Place, Capitol Hin
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GEoRaErowN AND IT'S AFFAIRS.


GEoRGETowS. September 1872 m.
was informed this morning, by the gentle
manly clerk, Mr. Page, that the canal is in
trst-rate order the entire length of the line, and
that the supply of water is abundant.
The Rev. Bishop Johns, of Virginia, viii
preach in Christ Episcopal) Church tomorrow
morning, at eleven O'clock.
One of our enterprising young firms on Water
| street forwarded to Cumberland, ON yesterday,
by one of Mr.. James III. Holtzmau's line of coal
boats, one thousand dollars worth of merchan-
die. l'an
The Carncross family gave their first concert
at Forrest Hall last night and they intend re-
peating it tonight. Let all those who wish to
hear the sweetest music and enjoy good laugh,
avail themselves of this opportunity.
Our market was abundantly supplied this
morning with meats, vegetables, fruits, &c.,
which sold brisk at the following prices: best
hams l23c. per h.; lard 124c. per h.; pork
10c. per h.; butter 20@25c. per b.; lamb 373D
75c. per quarter; potatoes (sweet) 25c. per
peck; Irish 25@314c. per peck; peaches 25@
373c. per peck; tomatoes zoe. per peck; apples
2O(D25c. per peck; and every other kind Of fruits
and vegetables at moderate prices.
Through the gentlemanly host at Drovers
Rest, Mr.. Lewis Means, have been furnished
with the following arrivals and sales of stock
for the week, ending this day. Arrived 821
head of beef cattle; 900 sold to Georgetown and
Washington butchers, at prices ranging from
$2@$2.5O per hundred pounds gross 40
were driven to Baltimore, and 81 left over
Sheep, from $1.75@$250 Hogs, Sc.
There have been no heavy transactions in
-four or grain for the last several days. Prices
remain firm at last quotations. There was
sale yesterday of several hundred bushels yell
low corn at SIC.
Arriuals.-Schr. Joseph Libbey, Spruell, Ply
mouth, to Jos. Libbey & Son schr. Heroine
Wheeler, Baltimore, to JOS. Libbey s. Son and
E. M. Linthicum & Co.; schr L. S. Lewis
Spruell, Plymouth, to Wheatly & Walker.
Sailed.-Schr. Charm, Berry, Alexandria
schr. Wave, Hooper, Baltimore; packet schr
Harriet Garrison, Scott, Philadelphia
Canal 7rade.-Arrived, VIM. Fowle, Cumb,
coal; Union, 667 bbls. -four; William Jackson
62 miles, limestone; Star, % miles, wood ,
Isaac Long, Cumb., coal, D. & H. Clagett, 81m.,
flour; Martha Frances, 81 miles, limestone
Thomas Jefferson, so miles, limestone.
Departed-Francis, J. F. Essex E. Hoffman,
Oregon, Osprey, George Waters E. j. Neale,
Seaman, Mountaineer, Ranger, Ohio, P. Jan
ney, and Mount Vernon. ELECTRO
The Panama railroad was to be opened on
the | at instont as ...
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LAURENCE THOMSON & CO

IMPORTERS Of Brandies Wines, and segars, No i Ell
change Place. Baltimore, offer for sale an extensive
assortment Of
BRANDIES-J. Hennessy, j. j. Durand, superior old
Jean Louis, 1871 and 1888 Maglory: Otard Dupuy Co
Pnet Castillon Co.; Martell; j. Durand Co; seig.
nette; j. J. Dupuy and J. Fraud brands.
WINES-Champagne, Claret and Hook, Of various
grades Also, Port, Sherry, Madeira Sicily Lisbon Bur
gundy, Malaga, and other Wines, in great variety.
SEGARS-Havana and Principe Segars of approved
brands, constantly receiving from the manufacturers
HOLLAND GIN-Grape and Gray Mare brands, OF ina
flavor; ALSO London Brown Stout and Porter Bordeaux
and Marseiles Sweet OIL sardnes Maccaroni Yermoels
Olives Capers CASTLE Soap Bay Rum, Roll Birthstone,
Canary Seed, nc, mar ~
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CLASSICAL, MATHEMATICAL, AND COM
MERCIAI, INSTITUTE

Under te care Of Rev. Alfred HoImead, Rector,
- and Mr.. Charles Tucker, a. M.
VyHE DUTIES Of this Institution will be resumed on
the 18th Of August, In the lower Saloon Of Mr.. Ca
rusis building
In English, Mathematics, Greek Latin, and French,
the will be full and thorough Pupils fitted for
the Counting room or College
The experience Of fifteen years. in the management Of
pressed by their former patrons both In Mary
land and Virginia. will be shared by those who may be
pleased entrust the education Of their TO their
care.
For terms and further information apply to the Rector
the Rev Alfred Homead at his residence ON eth between
u and streets. [jy 29-df