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Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1851-03-22

all directions with railroads and canals, and eem-
ing with population of twenty-five millions Of
industrious, free, and happy inhabitants.
The Mississippi Valley, with its immense steam
ers, carrying the produce of region unequalled
for richness, either by the Della Of the Nile or the
famed banks of the Tigris and Euphrates, will ma
turally have impressed the enlightened Turk with
very favorable idea of the Western, Southwestern,
and Northern portions Of this country. III.
AMIN BEY returns to his country supplied both by
the Government and the kindness of private citizens
with many valuable and interesting works upon the
present condition and extent of the agriculture, COM
merce, manufactures, and other branches of indus
try of the people Of the United States tits in this
manner that the Government and citizens of the
United States have responded to the friendship and
good feelings shown by the Sultan for our country
in sending Amin Bey here in search of useful know
ledge. The young Sultan of the Ottoman Empire,
!" humane and generous as he has proven himself
to be, possesses the best wishes Of the people OF
the United States. Long may he live 10 lead his
own people onward in the path of civilization and
improvement. He reigns over one of the richest
and most extensive empires of the Old World
one fixed in our recollec,ions by associations con-
necied with the earliest and the most interesting
periods in the history of the human race Under
his just and benefcent rule, Asia Minor, Syria, and
Mesopotamia may again become the most populous
portion of the Old World, as well as one of the
richest in the sources of public wealth. To cult.
vate and encourage the immense agricultural and
commercial resources Of his vast empire is the best
method Of terrifying it against its enemies. Fleets
and armies are powerless when not supported by
internal prosperity. ,
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
LATEST NEWS
BY LAST EVENINGS MAILS.

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE CONVENTION
This body met at Military Hall, in Charleston, on
Monday evening last About five hundred delegate
were in attendance.
The Conventions organized by the appointment Of
Ex-Governor ]. p. Richardson President, and the foil
lowing Vice Presidents: Ex-Gov w G. Seabrook, J.
S. Ashe, N. l.. Griffin, J. w. Simpson, R. H. Good
wyn, B. X. flanagan, and w. H. Gst. Mr.. ]. c
Walker was appointed Secretary, assisted by some hal
dozen editors of papers.
The President, on taking his seat delivered an ad
Dress in which he calmly and temporarily reviewed the
Ntae of affairs which had brought the Convention to-
gether. He said that under existing circumstances
Southern Institutions could not last 20 years. He all
uded in focbe terms to the disregard paid to the
penditure of blood and by the South in the
Mexican war, by the exclusion OF Southern Institutions
from the territories acquired by that contest and re-
marked when dangers thus reach very DOORS it is
time to arm.
He hoped that the deliberations would be confined
entirely to the consideration of the questions, when
where and how resistance should be made but confessed
that should rashy be resorted to. He loved the
Union. There could not he in the whole assemblage
an amateur disunionist. He counseed union among
ourselves The eloquent speaker then went on at con-
siderable length to show the want OF natural bonds OF
affinity between the different sections ofthe Union, and
concludedby advising temperate deiberation.
The Convention then adjourned
The President says despatch, has heretofore been
considered strong Union man. A majority OF the
delegates are said to favour immediate secession and
considerable alarm prevailed among the mercantile
class in Charleston.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
BY ALEXANDER MOTT.

DARLOR AND CHAMBER FURNI
u TURE, TRUNKS, VALICES, &c, &c. AT
AUCTlON.-On THURSDAY MORNING, the
Sh inst commencing at half past niue O'clock shall sell
at public auction a large and splendid collection of
House Furniture, Trunks, Valices, &c.
Among which will be found the following
l Mahogany Wardrobe
ladies' dressing Cabinets
spring seat Sofas
2 pair of Tetea-T ees
4 plush spring seat Rocking Chairs
E hair cloth do do.
3 doz. spring seat Parlor Chairs
cane seat curled Maple do
marble top centre Tables
2 &c side do
Mahogany Gard da
nurse Rocking Chairs
marble top Washstands
Grecian Toilet Tables
Also, l containing so ladies' Workboxes
"a travelling Trunks with trays
"a 3" without
10 &c Iron frame
90 Vaces
IS Carpet-baes
The above goods will be sold to close an consign-
men, in lots rhose in want OF any OF
the above articles would do we'll to attend as the goods
must be closed out
TERMs-All sums under $50, cash; over that amount
90 days for approved paper. ALEX. MOTT,
my b Auctioneer
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

RICHMOND May 9th, 1851.
EDY the 9th section OF can act to revise and amend
ED the charter ofthe city Of Richmond" passed Fe
bruary 2ls 1872 it is among other things enacted that
the first Wednesday in April next (ensuing the pas
sage of the ac and annually thereafter the persons en-
titled to the right OF suffrage, shall assemble in the
wards in which they respectively reside, and elect nine
persons from each ward to represent the in the
several offices therein provided for
By the LIST section OF an act "o amend the charter of
the city OF Richmond and for other purposes" passed
March 18th, 1852" is enacted aiming other things,
that thereafter the following officers for the CITY
of Richmond shall be elected to the said several and
respective offices by the persons qualified under the
charter OF the said city to vote for members of the City
Council OF the said city, that is to say Mayor, Record
er, Sergeant, High Constable, Collector of the City
Taxes, City Assessor, Gaueer: Superintendent of the
of the City Poor House. Measurer of GRAIN Supern-
tendent OF the City Gas Works. Captain and Lieuten-
ants ofthe Night Watch, Superintendent of Streets"
By the 18th section of the said act of 29th March
1851, it is enacted, among other things, that in all ord-
nary and regular elections the President of the Council
shall cause notice thereof to be published 10 least
two papers ofthe City for two weeks preceding.
In obedience to the Sd section of the act of March
29th, 1851 the City Council, at meeting held the I'D
day of April, 1851, appointed the places herein after
named, for holding the said elections and the follow
ing persons to superntend and record such elections
for councilmen and officers that is to say
In Jefferson Ward, at the Union hotel, under the
superintendence OF Messrs James Winston, Luther
Libby, John A: Lacy and George B. Sadder.
In Madison Ward, at the CITY Hall, under the Su-
pentendence of Messrs. Iaquene B. Harve, Thos
M. Smith, John Womble and John ]. Palmer.
In Monroe Ward, at the Shockoe House. under the
thews, Thomas H. Ellis and Shelton c. Davis.
In obedience the 18th section of the said act of
March 29h 1851 hereby give notice that an election
will be held on the third Wednesday in May next for
the nine persons mentioned in the 9th section ofhe act
ofhe Dist February, 1912, above mentioned and also
for the election of the several officers mentioned in the
said first section of the act of March 90, 1851.
GUSTAVUS A. MYERS,
President of the Council OF the city OF Richmond.
nv Std
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
BY RICHARD CAUTHORN.

R OCULAR SALE DAYS, MONDAYS,
Saturday.--On the days above named, commencing at
Vt o'clock will sell at auction at my store 18th st.
variety OF Miscellaneous articles, consisting OF the o
lowing:
Candles, Soap, Nails Starch Bacon Hams, Shoulders
and Sides, Rice Pepp Ginger, Brandy Whiskey Gin,
Molasses, Butter Lard, Herrings, Shad
FURNlTURE-B 'reaus, Sideboards, Washstands,
Feather Beds, Hair and Shuck Mattresses, Bedsteads,
Chairs, Capdestands Dining Tea, and Toilet Tables,
Bedding of every description, Tenders, Shovel and
longs, with many other articles in the ouse-keeping
line.
SHOES, CLOTHING, &c.-Iw will also sell Boots,
Shoes, Slippers, Clothing of every kind, Hats Caps
Crockery-ware Matches Writing and Wrapping Pa
per, Books, &c.
au21 R. CAUTHORN
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
REMOyAL.-The subscriber informs >x

Em REMOVAL.-The subscriber informs >szzn
III his friends and the public generally, that he -
e~shas removed from his former place of bust -
ness to the store recently occupied by Mr.. Judah
Myers, No. 81 Main street, and next door the dry
goods store OF Messrs. Thomas r. Price & Co., where
he is opening entire new stock of goods, recently
purchased for cash in Philadelphia and New York =
He deems unnecessary to parlculase suffice it 10
and Caps which have been introduced in the Northern
cties also travelling and hair seal Trunks, Carpet
Bags ladies' and misses travelling do; boys school
of which he is determined to sell at small profits
Thankful to generous public for ong-continued pa
ronage, he soicits and hopes by strict personal at
tenton 10 business, merit and receive continuance
of the same. JOHN THOMPSON.
P. S.-The remaining stock at the old store will be
closed at auction in a few days.
my2 j. T.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

The President of the United States and tine Heads of
Departments have received from the Directors of the
Hudson and Erie Railroad COMPANY invitation to
and unequaled work, and the opening it to public
which ceremony is to take place on Wednesday next,
the l4lh inst land will embrace excursion Of the
Directors and their guests through the whole length OF
the road, from its commencement the Hudson to its
terminus Lake Erie, about four hundred and sixty
miles We understand that the President has accepted
the invitation, and will be accompanied by several
members of the Ca bnet-as many can make it con-
venient to leave for few days their official posts
MAT. Int of yesterday.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

RAILROAD RloT.-We learn from the Wheeling Ga
zete that somewhat serious riot has occurred among
tho workmen on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad near
the big tunnel Sc miles from that city, and that the
rioters have possession of the road. Mr.. Barstow, re-
sdent engineer, came into Grave Creek on Saturday,
fora military force, and on Sunday requsition was
made on Col. Wheae for a part of his battalion.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

AUCTION NOTICE.-The attention of house,
keepers and the public in general is respectfully solicit
ted to the sale OF parour and chamber Furniture to
take place this morning, at hafpas o'clock. at my
store.
myS ALEX MOTT
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
BY GEORGE J. SUMNER.

- HATS, CAPS, &C., AT No. 81 MAIN ST.
On THURSDAY MORNING next, the 9Th inst,
commencing at 10 o'clock at the Store recently vacat-
ed by MIR. John Thompson, No 81 Main St, will be
sold at auction without reserve aIithe remaining stock
OF goods in said store consisting of Boots, Shoes Hats
Gaps, &C., &c. Terms at sale
my 6 GEO. j. SUMMER
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
AUCTION SALES.
THIS DAY.
BY ALEXANDER MOTT.
No. 81 Main street. opposite the city Hotel.
REGULAR SALE DAYS:
THURSDAYS & SATIIRnA VS.

REGULAR SALE DAYS:
TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS e. SATURDAYS
AN the above named days will sell at public auc-
W ton, at my store opposite the City Hotel, COM
mencing at half-pas o'clock, variety OF mscella-
neous goods, such as the following:
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES, Wardrobes, Sideboards,
Bureaus, Bedseads, Chairs OF every style and pattern;
liar and an Shuck Mattresses Dining, Tea, Toilet and
Gard Tables, Beds and Bedding &c.
ALSO-A large lotof reasonable piece and cut Dry
Goods &c, with CLOTH. Cassimeres, Satnes, Vest
ings, Flannels, beached and unbeached; domestic,
white and brown l. Linen, Table Covers, Oil Cloth do,
Hosiery, Crayas, Shirts and Drawers, &c.
CLOTHING, &C.; Also, large collection of sea-
sonable ready made clothing. Boots and Shoes,
silk, wool and water proof Hats, cloth and glazed
Gaps, Cutlery and large assortment of Trunks, Va
lice and Carpet Bags, Mason's Challenge Backing,
friction Matches, Clocks and an endless variety Of
Perfumery and Fancy Goods OF every description
NH L ALEX. MOTT
ADDITIONAL.-WilI be added to my sale this
morning, the remaining stock of Mr.. Delarues sale,
consisting Of
Brandy, Wines, Whiskey, &c. &c.
my ALEX. MOTT not
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

BUILDING LOT ON MAIN, FRANKLIN
AND ADAMS SITS, FOR SALE.-The subscriber
is authorized to sell that valuable acre lot situated on
Main, Frank and Adams streets, belonging to the es
tate of the late William H. Myers. This lot will be
divided to suit purchasers. Its seldom that lot COM
binng many advantages as this is offered for SALE
Being on the highest point upon Franklin street,
liable to dampness, and situated it is in desr-
able and fashionable neghbourhood, it offers every in
ducemen to persons desiring to acquire the very hand
soonest building lot now in market For terms, apply
to Col. Samuel S. Myers, or the subscriber.
ap 30 w. GODDIN.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
CATHEDRAL DESTROYED BY FIRE.

TITTSBUKGH May o.
At II o'clock this morning the Catholic Cathe-
draln hscity caught fire from the Bishops house
adjoining, and was entirely destroyed The loss
is $4,000, upon which there was no insurance.
A policy for $4,000 expired on the LIST of May,
but the congregation designed to rebuild, it had
not been renewed.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
ARRIVAL OF THE GEORGIA.
New DIRK, May 9th

NEW I DIRK, may Oul-S w.
The steamer Georgia, arrived this morning from
dust as feighl. She sailed from Chagres on the 18th
of April, and ef There the Crescent City,
North America and Brother Jonathan.
Advices from Havana state that the utmost excite
prevailed there relative to the invasion OF the is
land. Many persons had been thrown into prison on
suspicion distinguishing with Lopez Three priests
had been arrested the charge opreachng muntinous
sermons. The man previously mentioned, who at
tempted bride several pilots to the ause OF Lo-
per- as executed the day the Georgia sailed, imme-
dat ely after his conviction by the court Matters at
Havana becoming serious that many families
were ileavng the place. The Captain General was
taking every precaution TO repe invasion. Look outs
were stationed all along the coast. Some American
seamen, who were on drunken troc, and had created
a disturbance, had been arrested, and their heads put
into the stocks from the effects OF which two OF them
had died.
The news from California amounts to but little more
than that brought by the Alabama. The heavy rains
prevalent in the gold regions for the last ten days. had
enabled the miners to wash the dirt they had thrown
out and considerable increase in the shipments OF gold
were expected. The chief of several of the most
powerful Indian tribes, will have a conference with
the u. S. Commissioners in few days. when permanent
treaties will doubtless be made Business was dull at
San Francisco but the recent rains had inspired conf
dence among the merchants. AT San Francisco, a
named Welsh, fireman OF the steamer Tennessee,
was shot by the sentinel at Acapulco, and not
pected to live. He was lett in charge Ut the authorities
at San Francisco.
SAN FRANCISCO, April l.
heavy business is anticipated towards the latter part
of next month. Accounts from the interior lavora-
BITE, and already number OF country merchants have
arrived.
BREADsruFFs.-There is plenty of Flour in the mar
ket, and American is held at Sl2 We hear OF sales
having been made at SLASH So Grain had declined
n consequence OF unfavorabe weather but advance
IS confidently expected.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
AUCTION SALES.
FUTURE DAYS.

"OUSE AND LOT IN DUyAL'S ADD.
In TON, FOR SALE AT AUCTION-Will
be sold on WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, the 18th
May, 1851 upon the premises, commencing at O'clock
half lot No. 49, in Duvas addition situated at the
OF St. Stephens and Federal streets on which
there stands large framed dwelling. 1t will be divd-
ed so as to suit the views of purchasers
TERMs-Ouethird cash, balance at A and months,
tor negotiable notes. interest added, secured by trust
deed, or title withheld.
my w COMM Annt
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
DIED.

DIED,
On the 23d ultimo, of scarlet fever, SAMUEL Y,
of Samuel Y. and Lucy A. Landrum, aged years,
2months and days.
Yesterday, 7th instant, of scarlet fever, LUCY A.,
daughter of the same parents aged years and IL
DAYS.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08
NJ ATILDA'S POEMs-Fors sale by j
I'VE RANDOLPH MayS

lowest prices at WIN. j. SWORDS,
myS No. 225 Broad st.
M ATILDA'S POEMs-Fors sale by y. W.
I'VE RANDOLPH, Mays.
under the sanction OF the Boston Academy OF Music
SIC
No. Appletons Mechanics Magazne-25c
No. % Byrne's Dictionary of Mechancs-25c
Bankers Wife; Like Father like Son: by II. S. Ar
thur-25c
Wing and Wing by Cooper, new revised edition
81 rs
The two Admras-Sl IS
fernando de Soto's Conquest OF Florida, by T. IT.
wing, with map-Sl rs
Second Love, by Martha Marell-97c
A Commentary on Ecclesiastes, by Moses Stuart
Practical Treatise on Banking, VI. w. Gilbert,
F. r. S.-S2 so
Second supply of lrvng's Alhambra, new edition
ST. IS
Mary Cowdeu Clarke's Girlhood OF Shakspeares
Heroines, Pora, Desdamona The Thames, Daughter
and Helena, at 25c
Dckens's Household Words, I'd vol--sl IS
Romance Dust from the Historic Placer, by w. S.
Mayo, M. d., author oil Kaoolah--75c
American Archaeological Researches, the Serpent
Symbol and the Worship of the Reciprocal Principles
OF Nature in America, by f. G. Squier, A. NJ, plates.
May No. powning's Hortisulturist, per year, 50 90
Do do London Lancet do S. 90
No. 364 Living Age-t2c
Poems of Matilda (of Nelson county, VAL Use; same
gilt edge, 81 90 my
WNTM w. CRUMP, ATTORNEY AT Law
w has removed his office to his house, at the cor
ner OF Governor and Broad Streets my5-l2t
ENOK HIRE, decent middle aged Woman,
IL who is good cook, and also we'll qualified as
nurse. Applyto -
my 9-2t WIN. GOULDIN.
Il INEN SIIEETINGs.-A large supply OF lin
CHAS. HARTWELL & CO.'S,
myS Opposite the Swan Tavern.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

APPo1NTMENT.--Col. John Strother, for 20
years clerk of Berkeley county court Va, hav-
ing resigned, Major Isarai Robinson, a clerk in
the Navy Department in Washington city has
, been appointed TO fill the vacancy.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

Monongalia, No. 52-to be drawn 10th of Nav
Capitals: $50 2s5, IS OOO 12Ol7 1000, 5000, 1000,
20O0 10 OF 1900 10 Of 1000, 500 of $50, &c. 7S nos
l6 drawn. Tickets SIS.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

v1NIIE FAIRFIELD JOCKEY CLUB
SPRING RACES, 1851, will commence on
the second Tuesday u3th) Of May next, and continue
four days
FIRST DAY.-A sweepstake for years old colts and
hllies mile heats, 500 entrance $25 torte-4 entries
and closed
l. A. Gillian names CHI. colt by Prodigy, dam by
2. c. & N; Green name br. fey by Bailie Peyton,
dam by Pram.
8. James TaIey names oh. filley by Bengal dam by
4. John Belcher names bay colt by Profit, dam by
Priam.
SECOND Day (WEDSEsDAY)-Jock Club purse $500
3 mile heats.
THIRD Day (THURsDAY)-Proprietors purse $780,
Emile heats
FOURTH Day FRIpAy)-A purse OF SlOO-mile
heats.
Firth DAY (SATuRDAY)-A splendid Saddle and
Bride will be put up, to be for by saddle horses
mile heats.
From the number Of fine horses now in training, we
may calculate on fine sport at Fairfield this Spring.
r. BLANKENSHIP & J. BELCHER,
ap 80 Propretors.
rROMMELIN'S MUSTARD AND PEP
" PER.-l06 boxes Mustard
45 gross black and Cayenne Pepper
my5 JOHN II. CLAIBORNE.
RUsMTON. CLARK " cos. GENUINE
most reliable Cod Liver Oil before the public. Messrs.
R. c. e. Co. have advantages superior to those of any
other house tor procuring the OIL in its original fresh.
ness and purity, One of their house spending several
months during the fishing season at the Fisheries on the
banks OF New Foundland experimenting its colec-
ton and PREPARATION The approval of the public, and
the appreciation OF Physicians throughout the United
States ad Canada, are evidences that their efforts to
furnish pure and reliable Oil appreciated whilst
their standing and responsibility guarantees to the
community that they furnish none other than pure and
genuine Cod Liver OIL Our supplies are received direct
at short intervals so that can at all times present
fresh and OF desirable quality.
PURCELL, LAID g. Co, Druggists,
ap 70 90 Main st., cor l4th.
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A fire broke out in lumber yard on the corner of
Race and Columbia streets, Cincinnati, on the night of
the 18th ns which destroyed 20 buildings beforeit was
subdued
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AUCTION SALES.
FUTURE DAYS.
BY E. II. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

II HI' IL. IUClF fAUVETTJ -oA IIFSW AN.
ARGE STOCK SALE OF CLOTHS.
n { ASSN ERES, VESTINGS, FANCY
GOODS, READY-MADE CLOTHING, &C. AT
AUCTION BY virtue of trust deed executed to
guest of Ellis McEoy the erantor in the said deed
shall sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, On
MONDAY next, the 18th day of May 1851, COM
menclng at 81 o'clock, all the Goods Fixtures &c. in
Hotel, recently occupied by the said McElroy
The stock consists in part of the very best of Cloths
Cassimeres, Vestings, Ready-made Clothing for men
of Hdkfs Scars Gloves in fact every kind of article
usually found in genteman's furnishing establishment
All OF the goods fresh, having been but recently
purchased from the best sources at the North
Terms OF SALE-All sums under $780, cash; 800
and over, credit of sixty days will be given for ap-
proved negotiable paper.
E. NANCE, Trustee
PULLIAM & SLADE, Aucts nv I'D
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

a COLLECTION OF FINE OIL PAINT
ON MAIN STREET, OPPOSITE NORRIS &
BROTHERS BOOK STORE.-On FRIDAY
morning, the 9th inst, commencing at 10 O'Clock, as
above, will be sold at auction without reserve col
lection OF fine Oil Paintings consisting of Landscape
and Marine Pictures, all Of which are we'll executed
and in rich gilt frames.
The above are now open for examination
my GEO ] SIMMER Auct
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-05-08

SATURDAY-Sussex, extra, No. 56-Capita a.
500, IS numbers, II drawn. Tickets 81, halves Soc
quarters 25c.