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Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

The Louisville Journal says that few days since, in
Davies county, in that State, as Mr.. Howard T. Taylor
and DIR. Wilmot highly respectable and esteemed ci-
zens OF that county, were, with others, upon hunting
excursion, gun in the hands of Wmot, accdenty
went off and lodged in the right breast of Taylor
heavy load of buckshot As Taylor re- led, excaimng
you have killed me, Wilmot turned and seeing what
had happened, caught his dying friend, and swoonng
himself, fell TO the ground nsensibe by his side. He
soon however, recovered from his fainting ft but has
since been wholly out of his right mind.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28
CaHY AZ r. AIR s.

WHIGS OF RICHM OND.--Other portions of
this district moving for the purpose of appointing
candidate 10 represent you in the next Congress You
requested at The African Church on Thurs
day, 2slh inst, at o'clock, for the same purpose
Let every Wing be at his post. By the
au 26 VIGILANCE COMMITTEE
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

THE PREsDENcY.-The .Warrenton (Va) Wing
contains communication, signed ewing Farmers OF
Virginia" strongly recommending the reelection of
President F llmore. The Wing says this communion
ton comes from some of the most highly respectable
Union wings in that and the adjoining counties.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

A CLEkGYMAN KM1Ep.-The Rev Dr,hi,
OF the M. 3. Church, and the agent of The American
Bible Society for Southern Indiana, met his death
few days ago, under the following circumstances -
Ing, for Vernon, when storm came up while he was
riding through the woods; and seeing the trees begin
nng to tall he attempted to return, when large tree
Tell on him. breaking his thigh and otherwise iniurng
him. He managed 10 reach house, however, but SO
much injured thai he died in four or five days after
ward.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28
From Yesterdays Enquirer.

DEATH OF GREAT AND GOOD MAN.
The following letter. received from an entirely reIia
bic source announces the sad intelligence of the death
OF the Hon. James Mcdowell. 1t reached us too late
last evening to allow of that extended tribute to the
worth OF the Distinguished dead which we would be- Glad
to render: He will he amented not merely BY Virginia
one OF whose most brilliant sons he was, but by the en-.
was endeared by every tie that could bind the patriot
statesman to grateful country.
To the Editors Of The Enquirer:
STANTON, Aug 25, 1851
Gentlemen: have this moment heard of the nainfu
intelligence, that Gov. Mcdowell is no more He dice
Yesterday at II O'clock at his home in Lexington
Tins Will not be entirely unexpected by those who
knew that the Governor has been in had health for
long lme have not heard the particulars, but | am
sorry to say that there is doubt of The fact,
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

Tree PLANT1Ne.-Horace Greedy, in late letter
descriptive OF Lombardy i'll Italy, makes the foowin
sensible suggestions in regard the planting of forest
trees
AS to tree planting there can be no excuse for ne
giecung It, Tor no man needs his neighbours coopera-
ton to render it economical or effective We in
America have been reckessy destroying trees quite long
enough; 1t ls high lime that we began Systematically 10
reproduce them There is scarcely farm of fifty
acres or over in any but the very newest States that
might not be increased in value 81 900 by 500 Judi
elouaiy expended in tree planting, aud little care to
pf9teci me young trees from premature destruction
should be planted with oak hickory chesnu pioe To-
Gust &C. at once, and many farm would after few
years, Yield 100 worth Of timber annually without ex-
i5acting $40 from the crops otherwise depended on
By planting locust. or some other fast.orownc tree al
lernatey with oak, hickory, &C.. the former would be
ready Tor use or sale BY the time the latter needed the
wnoi3 ground. Utility, beauty, comfort, profit, all
eoiioWe 70 urge immediate and extensive tree-plapt-
ing. Shall it not be commenced 2" NV p'N1'
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28
DIED,

On the 9th inst at the residence of his father, on
Marshall street, WALTER, Youngest child of George
d. and Elizabeth r. HARDWOOD, aged l6 months and 10
days The friends and acquaintance of the family,
are requested attend his funeral tomorrow morning,
Thursday at 10 o'clock, without further invita- ton.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

The Baltimore American states that the Committee
othe Maryland Agricultural Society have for the sum
oFSl500G, purchased eligible lot OF ground con-
tanning 49, acres place for holding the annual fairs
otbe Society, and for $780, have secured all requi-
site water privileges. The property lies at the head
OF North Charles street extended, in full view of the
Washington Monument, and distant from it about
mile and a third Its distance beyond the City Boun.
Diary is about one third OF mile. Comprised within
its limits are beautiful grove of oaks, ample grounds
for the poughing matches, and space enough 10 spare
for all the present and future purposes of the Society
The property will be given to the Society, free of
CHARGE for the period OF ten years. The next Annual
Fair will be held on the grounds at the period
designated in October next, and the work of erecting
suitable buildings and accommodations will be COM
menced forthwith
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

The storm which prevailed here Monday, extended
South and North and has sadly disaranged the chan.
nels of inercommunication. The Southern mails
failed Tuesday and again yesterday-the telegraph,
too, is, as usual out of working order-hence we are
without advces from the South at iuncture OF peeu-
liar interest
The latest advices from New Orleans are to the
Dist nst on which day, it is said, steamers filled
with men, sailed to join Lopez in Cuba The n. Y
Sun, in noticing this statement says;
"f these expeditions only succeed in eflecting land
ing, so as to operate with Lopez the Spanish pow
er IN Cuba will soon be broken. In The meantime we
are anxious to hear again from the steamer Pampero
we would not be surprised should the next later news
rom Cuba record naval engagement between the Lii
oefaiors and some Spanish vessel. The Pampero is
sqpplea WIN graphing irons, and in case of being
CLOSELY pursued would be prepared to show fight, by
running down upon and graphing her adversary and
mus enabling the Liberaors to board the Spaniard-
Inc steamer Habanero Is cossting steamer not much
better any, than such river boat as the Penobscot
| The Pampero coul ID sink her by running her down :.
The Isabella Caoca war steamer, is the old Caedo
MIA oil the Cunard line and the steamer Pzarro was
ashore at last accounts have some hopes that The
Pampsro has succeeded in landing second body OF
emigranls. We await later news with great anxiety /"
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

"A SUSPICIOUS CHARACTER ARRESTED ON OREGON
HlLL.-Tuesday night about half past II O'clock sew
eral negro men lurking about a house on
Oregon Hill, occupied by Mr.. Cousins as grocery
store. AS the had been closed several hours the
presumpt ion seemed fair that they intended robbug the
house. After watching their movements short time,
citizen in the neghboulhood determined to arrest at
least one of The skulkers, and accordingly went over
towards the house and seized the frst fellow he came
to. AS soon he collared the fellow he sang out tor
assistance, whereupon The supposed conederates left
the Hill in hurry. One or Two other citizens coming
up, the negro arrested was conducted "to the cage
and locked up. Yesterday morning he was brought
before the Mayor, when. he give his name as William
Walk err free man OF colour. But as Mr.. Walker
failed to give satisfactory reason for walking at so
late an hour on Oregon Hill, and as he farther de-
clared his inability to give security in the sum OF $50
or good behaviour, he was constrained to walk down
to the Jail, where his walking propensities will be cir
cumscrbed for SPELL We glad to the citizens of
Oregon Hill taking such active steps to preserve order
and decorum in that interesting locality. Let them
arrest and bring all suspicious and dsordery charac-
tiers to "condgn," and rapes and bugaries will be in
future unknown amongst them.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

FMEs-Capt. White yesterday reported Mr.. J. R
Grafton for violating Of the ordinances by running
a couple OF hacks the streets without procuring Ii
cenee. The Mayor imposed fine oil Sl0which, with
costs, will amount to 81 or $l2-a which would
aid materially in paying for a llcence.
Mr.. Ballard was likewise fined for similar viola
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

Death Of an Ed1tor.-The Fredericksburg
News has the following just and we'll conceived
notice of the death Of one of the most estimabe
men connected with the public press. We con-
cur most cordially in the tribute paid by the
News to the transformations but still conspicu-
Gus virtues of our deceased contemporary.
Died in this place on Thursday night last, JAMES D.
HARROW, Esq for upwards of thirty years the editor
OF the Virginia Herald" The Herald is the oldest
paper in Virginia, and we believe about the second or
third Oldest in The United States. Il was established
in the last century 1--WE thnk) shortly after the revo-
luton. Early in the present century Mr. II. became
connected with it, and several years anterior to own
ing it he joint publisher Bred printer Mr.
Harrow's pride was in neat and handsome typography
which was always furnished in the columns of the
Herald.
AS individual or an Editor the deceased had no
enemies. Most quiet and unobtrusve he passed
through life infringing on ones rights, and no one
disposed to respass his Remarkable for taciturni-
ty, ho gave offence. He wrote but little, and
that little never offensive or tinged with personality
For many years he a member OF The Presbyter-
an Church and lived Christian life. He died bach
eor in the 60th year of his age, with many near re-
lations to mourn his death.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

JENNY LIND The New Yorker states that the re-
port which has been circulated that Jenny LindtAll
give series oil concerts this winter, is, undoubtedly
onnded on fact. Saronis Musical Times reports that
the theatrical wardrobe Of Jenny has arrived in Anne
ricn
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

The FRAILTY OF MAN Mr.. John B. White, citi-
of the renowned county of Hanover having indug-
ed rather too freely Tuesday evening in something
stronger than water, overhaued by the police in
market place. and logged in the cage for safe Keeping
Yesterday he made his appearance before the Mayor
and upon being asked what he had say for himself
entered into somewhat extended disquisiton the
frailsy of poor manufacturing which he remarked
Chat frail creature best, and liquor made
him still Trailer" After hearing this and other kim
bred sentiments, the Mayor told him that would do,
that he should discharge him this time, because it was
his first appearance; but he manifested his peculiar
aily again in the city, he would send him to Jail Nj.
White appeared greatly relieved at the tidngs; and the
Reporter inclnes to the opinion, though he is by no
certain OF the fact that he ventured to cast
triumphant glance towards officer Warrington, he
left the Court room. Be this it may, however, Mr.
White certainly left the courthouse with the air of
man determined moi again be caught with more than
one briLk in his hat!
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

An address recently delivered before the Royal Geo.
graphical Society Of London, by Capt. w. H. Smyth
makes some complimentary and we'll merlted allu-
sions to citizens of the United States According to
notice of it in the Boston Daily Advertiser Captain
Smyth speaks very respectfully of the abours of Anne
cans in the of Science; he alludes TO the dill
gence with which the Coast Survey has been carried on
and acknowledges the reception from Hon. Edward
Everett of"1he very able and detailed report of this
grand survey, by Professor A. D. Bache, which is in
every respect model for works of that kind" He no.
tees series OF "Maps of the Bay and Harbor of San
Francisco, with the Farellones the Bay OF San Pablo
and the Strait of Carquas, now preparing by Captain
Ringgold, of the American Navy" After abiding to
there works and to the abours of Lieut. Maury Capt
Smyth says:
"Another intelligent officer of the American NAVY.
Lieut.. Charles Henry Davis, with whom l have had
the pleasure of being in correspondence, ha. directed
his attention to the duties entrusted to him, with
philosophic mind. So long ago as September, 1s4s,
he wrote-I have recently arrived at some interesting
conclusions concerning the connection between the
tides and other currents, and the auvia deposities in
the depths and on the borders OF the ocean, and my
views bear out the theory that attributes The principal
changes in the condition OF the earth's surface to eau
SEES now in operation. am able, believe, to show
permanent and natural relation between the local and
general tides the hand, and the eastern border
Of the gulf of Mexico and the currents by which they
are washed The sandy deposites on the Atlantic bor
der are remarkable in outline as well as in quantity
narrow strip on the coast of Florida and Georgia
spreads out into those prominent capes and enormous
banks and shoals which give such peculiar character
to navigation On the shores of Europe the vast
deposes of similar material the bottom of the Bay
oil Bscay and in the North Sea, to be traced to the
same laws of tidal action The theory will also account
for similar deposits elsewhere, and for the banks and
shoals composed OF the coraline detrus in the Indian
Seas. Since this was written, Lieutenant Davis has
given the American Academy his views what may
be termed Tidal Geology, and the consequent forma-
ton of the shoals banks bars beeche hooks and sea
walls and he has succeeded in tracing the effects of
great through all their mysterious phases, with
the cautious observations and inductive expert
ments which science demands"
The fact is also mentioned that san American trav-
eer has sent an account the Geographical Society
Paris, of his meeting with M Bonpland, Humboldfs
celebrated companion, near San BORA, where he lives
happily with his family, constantly making additions
to his Herbarium which he considers belonging to
France, and which contains at least 5000 plants; the
collection OF it seems 10 have oberated the bitterness
of his forced detention by Dr. Francia'
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

AID FOR THE lNvADERs-'Fhe New York CORES
pondep OF the Philadelphia Inquirer saws the anxiety
to near further from Cuba most intense and adds.
Meanwhile, it s said, that there is UPWARDS Of half
million Cuba gold IN this city, to be used to nroroota
the Republican cause and that it has been nj aced :;
charge OF committee OF citizens of high ah;Ii
and honor, who will act iudcously Coal for sears
ers flour in bags and other provisions cannon and
other small arms, and ammunition shoes and clohing
in large quantities, is said, have been purchased and
despatched to proper points for the use of the Patriots
and at least two Steamers well armed and equippeo
will be atoat the shores OF Cuba in ten day. bear
ing the Republican commission and flag A gallant
American sailor who has reflected honor on our Navy
will it is said be in command of one and another brave
man. once officer in the Texas SERVICE take charge
OF the other.
lSyENTIoNs.--It is said that young artizan OF Gin
cnna0 has Succee ded in the art OF Japanine free
stone slabs with an enamel of kind Of glass, which
will resist the action OF common ACIDS thereby max ng
the stone to represent perfectly the finest Egyptian
marble, and that al very rAng cost Slabs for coun
efs &c, can be furnished by The inventor at about the
price OieOfnmOn wood.
Inc Worcester Spy states that matMne has been
invent ~ Leicester Tor measuring and fodag cloth
u every Description at one operation at the rates oil
eighty yalda minute, in yard iolds Il is snple in
construction and does the work in neat and pertecl
manner.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

Young Ladies who are accustomed to read newspa-
always observed to possess most winning ways
most amable dispositions invariably make good wives
and always select good husbands A fact.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28
WING MEETING TONIGHT.

The Wings of the city are to hold general
meeting tonight to appoint delegates to the district
Congressional Convention. We earnestly hope
that Wings of all views will attend for we be-
lieve good opportunity is afforded for healing
the unhappy differences which have so long and
so sadly thwarted the Wing party of this district,
and of the whole State. A better spirit prevails
amongst the Wings of Richmond than we have
observed for a long time; and it needs only
to be developed in this city meeting to give us
every assurance of triumph in October. We
trust then that ALL whether they wish to renomnate
Mr. Bolts, or prefer some other candidate, will 90
to the meeting, and concur in the appointment of
delegation that will fairly represent the views of
all sides. We have great national cause to up
hold--the cause of this great Union--and lot us
all freely and candidly counsel with each other
upon the best manner of efecting the holy object
Personal preferences ought to be sunk by every
Wing, in comparison with the high considerations
of the success of the Wing party, and the duty
OF rendering an efficient support to the just, the
wise, the admirable President who is at once the
head of our party and of the Government.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-08-28

/. That if, by repeated failures to do its duty
in this respect, it should accustom and authorize
its citizens to make these inroads into Cuba, the
nation itself would be held guilty of the offence
g. That nation, which thus acquires repu-
tation for injurng other powers, and exciting do
m este disturbances in their dominion, justfes a
general coalition against her
6. That, it would be lawful for tho U. States
to assist the Cubans in the defence of their liber
ties, only when matters had been carried so far
as to produce a civil war, that is, when the OPP
pressed people had ia ken up arms against their
oppressor, and were possessed Of sufficient strength
to oppose him
r. That, there being no civil war in Cuba, the
Interference of our Government to produce one
would be unjustifable, and the unauthorized inter.
ference Gifts citizensa still greater wrong, because
an offence against both national and domestic
law;
8. That expeditions like those of Lopez must
be suppressed, or the Government become an
swerable for them to Spain and the world, and
the national honour suled before all civilized pow
ers.
the Coupon bonds, but nothing in its addendun,
that needs special reply Itdoes not give the particu
lar history of the late negotiation, as we hoped Would
but refers US to the proper authorities for information
We shall avail ourselves othe suggestion. In the NEAR
time, dsclam having the slightest hostility te
the members OF the Board Of Public Works. We have
| no whatever to be prejudced against them
But, surely, a citizen, have theright and as pro
wider Conformation for the people, it is our duty to in
qure into facts OF so much public interest and mpor
tance as this negotiation of four millions of dollars
the stock OF the State. 1t the general impression
that's large sum OF money had been unwisely lost b
miSmanagement, and we called several times for au
| thentic information the subject. The Enquirer
statement that the four millions have been sold for
average premium OF and half per cent, all tina
we have thus far been able to educe But we hope +
be better "posted" soon, and then we shall post GU
| readers.
The New York herald., 1851-09-12
The Yacht Regatta az HUI.

According to previous arrangement the u1'l re-at.a
took place saturday. rbe event. says tas Boston
Gazette attracted several hun ,ds of or eitizsas
Was witnessed with much interest owing calm the
ysehts aid not start the hour advertised Al o'clock
A 81.
The allowing ach.s snt,rei the frat race :-EIcsl-
sor Wallace. ssiem; Pearl Western, salem; Mystery
Perkins sahm; Triumph. souther II nghtn; Wit-h,
Lowell Boston: Mrry Caswell ChaTiesto~n; snei Vii
lsns Hoa- south Boston: Grace. Hayden, iu'h Hos.
ton. Chsrade Mitchell, Hull; cygaet. Ihayer, Biston;
Tft, Manning. .stoni Odd Fellow, To~er, Hull CIT,
cobb, Iiul
1be regatta commenced q. twenty eight mautss past
tE.lye o'clock. ~ which time signal gun t-sd
ucm the Judges yacnt The distance m les tue
toats starting from n Altcrton Pon; an1 gons dire =
ly N strash line cut to boat so,horcl -.
this distance round which al tha. entered the t
10 rsss For resriy two hour. there scsr seiy 4
breath Of wind and the progress nccesariv ~ ~
After foetug aorg lei-urey wlh the tide til nsa.ly
Two O.lock south se,tsr sprang u9 aud gave toe
it,. Ih.-e IN f4ti
The New York herald., 1851-09-12

CIT Daniel Williams, Mary and Grace time not taken
Thirty seconds slo sed on all intesned-te tons
IN. fllovipg ser- declared the winners uf prizes
Cbarade ~ tons, 1st prize silver pitcher saued at
$40.
Triumph 10 tons "a do. spy glass. valUed a. 500
alice. 10 tons "a do. q set ~ colprs.
me ,.Iloviny persons xer. julgss-Capt Jamss Dob
liver Capt Issac Hull Wright Capt. aathew Hunt,
Luther y Barnes, Esq.
N. secona tsce-tOos place about > o'clock. for sms
beats Of 10 under. starting from Ga or wharf
yu the route being towards sheep Iani thence 90 the
N.uumsnt and then back distance q 80 miles.
The follOwfg boas were enter,d :Charads, Mitchell
T1Yht. IfViuei tsyota, uoige Git Cobb OH Fellow.
n, w.o Laipsiord Island Bruce Mary Cassell susan,
Tuner ana Anna Rey
Foth ID. Espenns Mt AND Col Warren were entered,
hut wsf. subsequently Withdrawn.
They all siaftsd out Ia galian. syie under path
I, q lr,, ze at the following times
The New York herald., 1851-09-12

pEAm OF THE EEv. THOMAS II. GAitArDEr,
Ii D.-This gentleman, 50 long kno as the
friend Of the deaf mute, died on "Wednesday, in
Hsrtiori. Mr.. Gallaudet was the FRS principal
presiding officer Of the Institution for tie dat
sBd tuuh ~ Hartford sna was connected With
the Institution man ger. NJ 90 the time Of bis
death. ia the ycaT 1873 be scr. % Europe to
gain Iior nation Of tee meth DDS there ad0pfcd for
The Instruction - this unt9!.1laso class IN whom
be isok such lNo.y iat.tes.. lie reiasjsoi abroad
ul.l tie lear i-il, When De returned % this city,
b ifgiuc with h'm Tho celeb sa.cd air. Cierc Mr..
GaIlautet remained a. the Pc "a of the institution
ior ttc deaf AID dumb VI. 2, %, whea hc acre ed
the tf,s gf chaplain n :he retreat for the insane
IN llarlo-s. whica once be caioyed " TIE time Of
HE cccrase.
The New York herald., 1851-09-12

ANoruEn WOMAN ovEE TIE FALLs-We learn
f-cm 8 reliable source. that yesterday N )rang
tbout seven uclosk. woman .el into tho water a.
the edge OF the Horse shoe Iali, and was carried
over. -he was crazy woman, well known % all
sisiters tho Canida side, and for some ycarl has
been terror to ladies walking alone. A man was
TCsted and examined on a charge Of pushing hoe
-gO tie water. but We understand bc was de
charged, for want Of evidence tic alleged that
the motions made by him, and which were thought
TO be made in pushing her over. were only attempts
TO save her. still, some bys:anders think they
plainly saw him shove the poor creature into the
stream --BsDaio Courier, Set. 10.