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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1851-04-03

ment. and sece OIL from he Union was
threatened by some IA remedy from
these imaginary evils What said Mr..
W., WILL they secede from Where
will they secede to2 He thought that
they who talked Of secession had a
great faculty OF mind that their min .
were greatly deceived and in the Ian
guage OF H,ly Writ, they know not
what they do (Much applause.)
While we maintain invioate the ad-
jnstnent OF the last congress, we will
hold no party with those who seek 10
break down the bulwarks with which
they are surrounded, and while we fully
carry out the principles Of those meas
ures, there is no fer Of the glorious
Union. (Great cheerIng) lie Ia Id
that the strict carrying out Of those
measures to be OF the highest import
ance, and every energy of every true
citizen should be bent in order 10 Sc
cure their iuli accomplishment. loud
appause.)
Mr. Webster continued as folows:
MIR. Presiden', may not have been
born to fulfil any particular destiny,
may not have any pa ticuIar mission to
fiIl OH earth, but this will aay, / am
bound to uphold, with very energy Of
mind and body, the constitution OF this
country. (Immense arplause.>
MIR. W. referred in eloquen, terms to
the celebration which was held in the
city OF Annapolis, on the occasion when
Washington resigned and delivered up
lis sword and commission to the Amer
can Congress and said that that occa-
slon WAS one that lived long in the
memory Of all Americans, for the patri-
otic sentiments which it rought forth.
The second toast drank OH that occa-
sion, and which VAS received with so
much feeling and qualification was in
the following words
The United States-May their confederaey en-
dure forever.
Mr., Webster said that he would in
conclusion, give Il sentiment, though
with some slight difference of ,nyuaye:
The Constitution of the United States-,,ay i,
endure forever.
/ Tins iuasf WAS drank and Mr. Wah
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1851-04-03
Mn. Epiion -
Being informed that

Being informed that
il is rep rted here, that voted against
the "Fortfcaiion Bill" III the las, Ses-
sion, ask Of you the insertion of this
note for the purpose Of contradicting
the report. was sincerely and eat
neslly IN favor OF the Bill, and on the fl
nal and decisive vote. | voted to sustain
it, ms did OH all previous occasions Of
action upon it when | was present |
was absent from the House during some
intermediate votes bu, then took thc pre-
caution t. pair oil with an oppone oil
the Bill, which made the result the same
ns if | had ! cen invariably present aud
voting Tor II. Yours &c
GEO. @. KING.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1851-04-03

I5-rhe Wings Of Providence have
made the following nominations for the
Grneral Assembly -
For Sendtpr-General Albert c.
Greene.
For OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES T..
Oney l. onard BIodget. Henry Antho-
ny, William Ii. Potter. Allen G.. Math-
ewson, james L. Rhodes, George 5.
Ra,hbone, Amos &. Bdrslow, Daniel
T.. Ca apen'rr, Samuel Currey, Thomas
j. Stead, and Christopher Potter.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1851-04-03

In the Commonwealth of Virginia there
are nearly eigly-,hree thousand white
persons Who cannot read nd write.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1851-04-03
WAIT AwHlLE.-An Alabama paper

WAIT AwHiLE.-An Alabama paper
relates the following -
At meeting in an interior county.
one of the speakers. a young man, in the
course Ola flaming speech declared him
self in favor Of recession and in favor OF
making the issue then. An old planter.
who is fond fgood brandy, was leaning
up against post. and just then he need
ed little supp ort, listening to the fiery
orator. So soon as he heard the seces-
SION avowed, and the desire To have il
brought about forthwith the ol PLANTER
star ed up and sung out, Don't you do
II yet, Jo; wait awhile. il you please
don do II yet times are too good
I'm getting thirteen cents for cotton /:
wait awhile, | tell you and give me a
chance 10 sell few more crows of cot
ton at thirteen ccntsn
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1851-04-03

The total receipts Of the American
Colonization Society, from its oreanlza.
tlon IN 1917, to Dec. 1850 were Slips
62o. During the existence of the So
cieiy, 6llb emigrants were sent 10 AT
rlra. The first expedition OF the So
ciety left New York in 1920, with Sc
enilgIants.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12
GEORGETOWN AND IT'S AFFAIRS.

GEORGETOWN, May PIP m.
The Young Mems Dramatic Association has
leased the large and beautiful hall of Mr.. For
rest, on High street, where they have perma-
nently located themselves. They have also
| purchased the entire scenery of the Adelphi, in
Washington, and intend fitting up the hall in
regular theatrical style. Their next entertain
ment will be given on next Thursday evening
Yesterday and the day before were decidedly
two of the warmest Of the season. Old Sol
beamed forth in majesty and power, giving us
unmstakable evidence that summer was at
hand.
The Methodist Episcopal church was crowded
on yesterday morning. The Rev. Mr.. Myers
preached an eloquent, interesting, and pointed
sermon from Proverbs, Goth chapter, LIST verse:
" He that, being often reproved, hardeneth his
neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that
without remedy"
Mr.. Myers has been but few months in our
town, but his gentle demeanor, his affectionate
disposition, and his zeal as Christian minister
have already drawn around him the affections Of
large number of friends and acquaintances
and made him quite favorite.
In the same church, on yesterday afternoon,
there was large and spirited meeting for the
promotion of the Sabbath School cause. Seve-
raj addresses were delivered. Messrs. Craig
and Yates were appointed delegates to the next
Sabbath School convention.
The -four and wheat market remains in an
unsettled and depressed state.
Aviuals-Packet schooner Ann, D. Wicks,
master, New York, to P. Berry; packet steamer
Columbia, Harper, Baltimore, to E. Pickrel &
Co.
Canal Trade.-Arrived, boats Jenny Lind
Cumb. coal j. G. Stone, Cumb coal; p. jan
ney, Harpers Ferry, 1873 bbls -four and bran !;
Opia, 80 miles, oats, corn, &c.; W. A. Harper, II
miles, wood Sarah Louisa, Cumb. coal; Con-
dola, Edwards Ferry, 40 bushels of corn; Mil
lard Fillmore, Cumb. coal; Anna Woodward,
Cumb coal.
Departed.-J. P. Smart Hugh Smith, Ram
bier, Experiment, Southampton, Texas, jose
phine Seaton, H. H. easy, w. G. Johnson.
| ELECTRO.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

ALEXANDRIA, VA.-The signs Of reviving
prosperity in our good old town must gladden.
the hearts of all its citizens, and especially of
its older inhabitants, who have stood by its
fortunes, with undertaking fidelity, for so many
long years--many of them of gloom and de-
pression--but who have held out to the end
with hope and confidence. They have borne
the heat and burden of the day, and we trust
may yet long live to taste the fruits of pros
perity which they have toiled to secure, and
which they deserve to enjoy. The appearances
ofreviving trade, of increased business, of aug
mentation of population, of life and spirit in
the people, are not to be mistaken, and are
hailed by us with feelings which we cannot re-
press. We see the commencement of the coal
trade, the successful progress Of two important
railroads, leading to and terminating at this
place the establishment of manufactures which
can not only supply our wants, but furnish ar
tcles for expectation; our mercantile houses
extending their business connexions, and our
mechanics sought after, with employment for
themselves and work for many hands. Let it
be the duty of all, upon the turn Of the tide
that has taken place, to labor together for the
common good and the general welfare, and to
advance the interests of every individual, as
well as the whole community.-Gdzette.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

NATIONAL HALL.-There is no mistake about
it. The theatre is somewhat improved in some
things. There is no bar within or about it, nor
within stones throw of it-hardly. The gods
have no place under its canopy. These are
important improvements.
On Saturday night last the Lady of Lyons
was played to perfection by Miss Bennett and
Mr.. Taylor did full justice to the character of
her aspiring lover. Mr.. Ryan essayed the
double-breasted task of personating both CLAWS
and Beauseant, and was taco tolerable kind of
Frenchmen, barring wee bit of brogue that
would not leave him, and that would not pass
for even clever patois. Some Of the other
actors were passable, and so We will pass them;
but the generality were far beneath criticism.
The dancing between the pieces was very
fesh-colored.
The afterpiece was said to be entitled in the
play-books "The Secret" and so the less we
say about it the better. Mrs. Cappell and her
pretty little daughter whom we could wish to
see at school somewhere else) did very well |;
and so did Mr.. Pemberton.
The house was thin, the music $780, and the
gas-pipes a little out of humor.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

!, CRY Observation-Disclosures Williams and
Julia Newton stayed out rather too late on Sat-
urday night, and consequently had to go to the
watch-house They were let go upon paying
costs and giving bail. John Hancock, white
Vermonter, John Brady (white,) New York
or, Wesley Thomas, free colored,) and Edward
Taylor, free colored) were drunk and disor-
Derby The first two were sent to the work.
house for six days. and the other let go. VIM.
Harrison, Ia slaye,) of Georgetown, disorderly
in the street, was sentenced TO receive twelve
lashes. G. w. Daggett, white found lying in
the street, was sent down for ninety days.
On Sunday night Michael Lee, Rezen King,
Lewis Bell, e. Holland, G. W. Gaines, found at
tipping house, were arrested. They paid costs
and gave bail. Mary Ann Thomas, Elizabeth
Bell and Harriet Bell created disturbance at
the Asbury meeting house they departed after
paying costs.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

A BEER CAsE.-A case of considerable i'm.
portance to beer-drinkers was tried to-day
before Squire Dom. 1t was rather fshy
case, the contestants being two enormous Schad,
Messrs. Christopher and John. The parties and
witnesses being all Germans, the worthy Squire
called in the services of Mr.. Jacob Kaible,
who acted as interpreter. The facts Of the case
were, that Christopher warranted John for a
bill of fifteen dollars and seventy-seven cents,
and John warranted Christopher for thirty
eight dollars and twelve cents, the two bills
embracing several casks and an innumerable
quantity of bottles of Ledger Beer" After
a patient hearing, in which the Squire under
stood nothing except through the interpreter,
he decided that from the evidence it appeared
that Christopher had demolished little more
beer than John, and therefore should pay
John the sum of eight dollars and ffty-fou,
cents, about the cost of three or four casks
The great conclusion we must all come to is
that these great fish are not only found in fresh
water, but frequently in another element.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12
AMERICAN TELEGRAPH


THE PREsnESr.-We have it upon good
authority that the best-informed man in the
United States upon Cuban affairs and American
schemes for their improvement is one Willard
Fillmore. His minute knowledge of the men
and the means relied upon in the recently con-
templated demonstration has astonished some
who would have given him the benefit of their
counsels in the matter. President Fillmore is
never in hurry about any thing, and one OF
the reasons is that he is generally about half
through any given task when other people be-
gin to think of looking after it. lie is one OF
the coolest, calmest, and most minded and
industrious men who have ever labored in the
service of the American people or any portion
of them. It is seldom that all the elevated at
tributes of the statesman and the aptness for
supervising details have been so harmoniously
blended in the same individual. When we add
to these things that his benevolent politeness
never forsakes him, and that no one who ven
lures to approach him is ever repealed by either
word or frown, we have drawn a truthful
picture of him as he is daily seen by hundreds Of
our fellow-citizens and the strangers who come
amongst us. This Of the President--we do not
know the politician.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12
ICE CREAM ICE CREAM |

X F.E RICHARDSON a BROTHERS BALTIMORE IoE
~. CREAM be had at the stand on the south side
Of the Centre Market and at the residence Of O. r. r. r.
street. between 18th and 18th, at 81 so per gallon
Orders may also be left in boxes the Drug Stores Of
Mr. Rdgely, in the First Ward Mr. Marin, the State
Department. Mr.. Butt, Pennsylvania avenue and
10Th street Mr. Eliot corner of and 18th streets Mr.
r. s. Patterson, Of Pa and 9th ST.; Mr.
j. r. Callan Of and 9TH streets; and Mr.. Gilman
corner Of Pa. avenue and AZ street.
If Cream is wanted before D. m orders must be left
before II m. II from 10 0 M they must be left before
3 p. m.
Orders ut all times promptly attended to, except
Sundays Thankful for former patronage they will be
pleased TO all who may favor them with their
tom. 10--3t
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12
ARRIVAL OF TIE ARCTIC.
FOUR DAYS LATER FROM EUROPE.

FOUR DAYS LATER FROM EuhoPE'
Further decline in Cotton and Breadstu6s-BaI-
tics arrival out, &c.
New York, May LA. M
The American steamer Arctic arrived here
this morning She left Liverpool on the 3Oth
ult., bringing London dates to the 10Th, and IA
passengers.
The steamer Baltic arrived at Liverpool on
the 18th ult., at o'clock p. m. She encoun-
tered severe weather during the entire route.
The Protectionist meeting, held in London
on Tuesday, was well attended. The speeches
made embodied the usual doctrines of the Pro-
tectionists.
Every exertion was made to open the Great
Exhibition with eclat The Lord Chief Justice
of the Queens Bench, however, refused to sus-
pend the sittings of the court for the purpose
of attending the Fair on the first day.
The news from France is not important Gen.
D. Hautville has been reprimanded by the Min
lister of War for his conduct in regard to the
capture of the village of Selloum, in Africa.
The Presse approves of the order. 1t is said
this act on the part of the President will mill
tate greatly against his reelection. The Hun
garian refugees are awaiting at the canton of
Neufchatel the reply of the French Government
relative to their passage through France to
America. The cost of their transportation is
to be placed at the charge of the canton.
BREADsTUFFs. Owing to the anxiety of hold
ers Of -four to realize before the setting in Of
hot weather, prices have given way Cd to Is.
per sack Wheat has also declined fully Id.
per II lbs. Indian corn has met with but little
inquiry, though offered at reduction of Cd.
per 48O lbs. Floating cargoes, however, are
not easier to buy.
United States Flour has not been so much
pressed, as the French prices of Friday are
fully maintained.
The quotations are u s. red wheat IS edo
IS Cd; white, IS 9d@6s; Canadian red and
mixed, 5s 5d@5s Sd; white do, 5s 9d@5s lid.
American Indian Corn, yellow, 3Os 6d@3ls cd;
white do, 34s@34s Cd.
FLoUR-Western Canal 18s@19s 3D. Ohio,
19s@20s; Philadelphia and Baltimore, 20s@
20s Cd; New Orleans, 19s@19s Cd; United
States and Canadian, heated and sour, 1850 lbs
per barrel. Indian Corn Meal, 14s@15s.
PRovIsIoNs-Bacon meets with fair inquiry,
but purchasers pay the present high rates with
reluctance Hams are 1s@2s lower per cwt
Lard in good demand at full rates. Fine Cheese
would bring higher rates. but ordinary qualities
in the market are dull of sale at 4OsG142s pei
cwt
Rice is in good demand and prices rather
higher in consequence of a moderate supply.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

Mr.. VESABLE (son of the great daguerreo-
typist) came near making a bad picture q
while after noon to-day. While riding in his
little carriage his horse took fright and bounded
down d street at q terrible speed. In passing
the Office of the Intellgencer he smashed the
boxes placed around the shade trees to keep off
the miscellaneous goats and wholesome sunshine.
On reaching the door Of his stable he went
straight in with the shafts, leaving the carriage
and driver at the door in somewhat sgitated
plight.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

FLooGISG THE JUvENILEs.-At the meeting
Of the Teachers Association, on Saturday, Mr..
Richards was appointed President pro tenn, and
q very spirited discussion took place on the
question Of entirely abolishing corporal punish
ment in schools. The affirmative was defended
by Messrs. Johnson and Woodbury., and the
negative by Messrs. Eva, Keecb, and Wight.
We are glad to find that there is an increasing
ciety. The same question is to be further dis
cussed at the next meeting.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

TIE NEXT PREsIDENcY.-The Wings of York
county, Va, have nominated Daniel Webster
for the Presidency.
General Scott has been nominated by many
Wing meetings in different parts of the country
but we notice in an article from the Fredericks-
burg Herald, which we find in the Republic Of
this morning, that it is disapproved by the
former journal, the editor of which says thai
the General is not his first choice, and that men
should be left out of view and the Presidential
contest deferred until the friends of the Union,
of all parties, shall have fully triumphed over
the spirit of disunion, secession, and every
species of fanaticism.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12
NEW YORK MARKET.

NEW YORK, May 10-6p IN.
The stock market presents change, especially for
Government securities
Flour remains dull-sales of 5000 bbls at $4406 for
to straight State brands Southern do. $462@
4s1 Genesee S45u@475. Corn meal S3@3.12R. Rye
-four $34493.50
Grain quiet-sales $500 bushels Michigan white at Ill
cents; Genesee white 112@115c. Corn decning-sales
of 10000 bushels at 5s59c. for Mixed yellow 6l@62c
Provisions continue firm. Groceries quiet-Ro coffee
has declined u cent per pound.
Whisky 22@23c per gallon.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

We read much in the English journals about
conversions from and to the Roman Catholic
church, but great personages only are named.
These do not justify boast on either side. 1t
is your humble SOUL without motive of policy,
who should be most deferentially regarded.
Velvet-covered volumes, with gold clasps, are
by no means the best in which to read ones
prayers, nor are your great carriage folks al
WAYS the best at PRAYING
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12
QUERIES.

ITAVE Public Houses In the United States the right TO
prevent any person that conducts in proper man
ner from entering any Public House Of Entertainment
to the guests, any friend that may stop in any Of
themi
Second Have they tho right TO refuse TO furnish any
decent person with refreshments, bed, II the person
has the means TO pay for H. from any cause, and especially
that Of his being temperance man, lecturer total ABB
stinence from intoxicating drnks-such have sent NIL
hons 10 an untimely grave and the Drunkdrds HeUf
Third: VIII the citizens of Washington justify in
public houses uniting TO crush citizen Of the United
States as aforesaid
may l2-lt JAMES ROBERTSON,
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

THE PRESIDENCY Harrisburg Telegraph
informs us that great meeting of the friends
of General Scott and Governor Johnston was
held in that city on the 9th instant, in the
court house Major Jacob Sanders presided,
assisted by vice presidents and secretaries.
Speeches were severally made by General Ayres
and John C. Kunkel, esq. Resolutions, nomi-
mating General Scott for the Presidency, and
of the administration of Governor
Johnston, were unanimously agreed to.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12
DEATHS.

On the evening Of the 2Sth March, at Memphis, Ten
nessee, WILLIAM LANPHIER, in the 18th year of his
age.
On the 14th of April last at the residence Of her sonin-
law p ID. G. HEDGMAN, esq., in Stafford county, Virginia,
Mrs. HANNAH b. HEDGMAN, relict of JOHN G. HEDG-
MAN. esq for many years delegate from that county in
the I'D year of her age.
Yesterday morning, at o'clock, after an illness Of nine
weeks WILLIAM W. BILLING, the only son OF the late
WILLIAM W. BILLING, aged twelve years and five months
On the 10th instant, after few hours Illness EMMA
ELBERTA, aged two years ten months and two days,
youngest daughter of GRERSBERRr and THoMAzISr NJ.
RowzEE.
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

The WASHINGTON LIGHT INFANTRY.--This
old and favorite Corps have determined to make
a fatigue-dress parade one night this or next
week, and expect to parade in the neighbor-
hood of fifty men, rank and file; besides, they
will be accompanied by their fine band, which
has SO improved in numbers and talent that our
citizens will be delighted to hear them. These
parades are only preparatory to an intended
visit in September to Baltimore, Philadelphia,
and New York. ru
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

ENLARGEMENT OF THE CAPITOL. We can state
that the precise plan for the enlargement Of the
Capitol (Which, it is thought, viii be the Presi-
dents plan) viii not be made known until after
the return Of the President from his journey to
the North
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

PUBLIC GRoUNDs.-After a struggle in Phila-
delphia, the councils have determined that they
cannot give away Penn Square for railroad
depot-a wise determination. Even here, in
Washington, it viii soon be found that too much
space has not been left. The extension of the
Capitol win make the fact very apparent in that
section of the city
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12
WEARING BLACK.


A LII PERSONS WEARING BLACK will find 1t 10 their
IA advantage TO call and examine our stock prior TO
making their purchases. We have now in store black
twisted Silk "Hernany" ALSO black Tissues and Grensr
dimes, Of the very best qualities
20 pieces black Bareges all quaes-the qualities at
81 "a cents per yard are remarkably cheap
10 pieces cheap black Silks and black de Chens
10 pieces black Bombazines, various qualities
40 pieces new styles black Lawns and Ginghams
20 pieces black Mousseines and black and white Ba-
rege Deaines
80 pieces various styles Gray Goods, for dresses
% pieces black Alpacas, various prices
pieces fine Canton Cloths Bombazine Alpacas,
without lustre
carton black Love Wells
10 pieces black English Veil Grapes
20 do English Grapes
40 dozen Ladies' black Kid and Silk Gloves, and black
Net Mits, all sizes
20 pieces black and white Calicoes
100 black Parasols
so dozen Ladies' black silk and raw Silk and Cotton
Hose, with all the other requisites for mourning
apparel
We make point to keep at all times complete stock
Of Mourning Goods; consequently, persons wanting black
goods may come to store at once and rely finding
what they want,
All sales at establishment must for the cash. or
approved paper at short dates strict uniformity Of
prices Is Observed and all articles sold warranted
prove represented.
Good articles low prices and fair dealings may be
lied on in all cases.
may 7-eostif PERRY BROTHER
American telegraph. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1851-1851, 1851-05-12

A MYsTERY.-It is reported that white wo-
man was Knocked down and severely maltreated
in the First Ward, on Saturday night. Word
was conveyed to the watch-house, but when the
police went up they could find no parties nor
ascertain any names. The negro man who gave
the information conducted the officers to the
spot where the deed was perpetrated, and blood
was found upon the earth around it.