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The scarcity of silver coin is we'll accounted for
in the annexed paragraph from the London News:
GAS sta ted would be the case. in the Daily
News of Friday, the price of silver has again ex-
perieaced an extraordinary advance. The supplies
brought in by the Magdalena sold to-day SIS.
3D. per for dollars, and S. id. per ounce STAN
dard for bar silver The total advance represented
by these figures the prices realized at the last sale
is no less than I'd. per ounce. This sudden rise,
which is unprecedented within the recollection of
the brokers, is almost entirely caused by the strength
of the demand for India, to which quarter almost the
whole of these supplies is going. We can also state
that some considerable parcels of French 81. pieces
have lately been sold at 5s. I'D. per ounce, very
high price tor this article, yet at this rate the opera
ton yields but very trifing profit From this fact,
it will readily be that the operation of buying
French ST. pieces for transmission to India is very
extraordinary circumstance, and consequently worthy
of especial notice. AS surprise is frequently express
sed at this extraordinary upward movement of the
price of silver and the fuses of it much can
vassed, it may be as well to mention that the move
ment is perfectly in the due of trade, and is
chiefly caused by the demand for coin for circulation
in vast India possessions, on its arrival in which
the metal is duly melted down and coined into rupees
of the East India Company
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JoNEsBORoUGH RAIL ROAD.

The report of the Legislative proceedings embrace
every item of information at all im,ortant. The bill
to charter a bank to be located in Charlotte, has
passed the Senate and in the House has been referred
to the Judiciary Chmmittee. We hope the Charter
will be granted without hesitation. Banking capital
is much needed here-the rapid growth and great in
crease of commercial business make ii necessary for
the accommodation and convenience of the communi-
ty. Maj. Caldwell urged its passage with lis usual
ability and has succeeded in getting it through the
Senate-its fate is now in the House.
The Legislature will we hope grant a charter for
Road from this point to JonesbOroegh-the build
ing of which is not only practicable but highly judi
cous. The friends of this enterprise do not ask the
State to appropriate dime towards its constructions
although it will connect with the State Road here,
and penetrating it will the valley of the Tennessee
Of the most fertile gions the globe, it must
be beneficial to the State. If the State should wish
better connection than the one from this point, she
throw off branch interseetng anywhere, even
at the foot of the Blue Ridge. Let her make the
connection between Col dsborough and Beaufort,
thereby building up seaport town in her border,
with caPacious harbor and then take up the Jones'
borough road at some poiht the Tennessee line,
and then she will bring her towns the Atlantic in
direct competition with Charleston for this valuable
trade, and will thus give her citizens the benefit of
the mos desirable markets.
The State should in its legislation endeavor lie
throw open the markets of the world to her citzsns,
and not by artificial means attempt to force trade in
unnatural drection-trade Like water will seek it's
level, and naturally flow where there is the greatest
demand and consequently the most advantageous
terms offered it.
If the Road is built we have suggesed-if Will
mington Beaufort will give more for the produce
lions of this vast and fertile region than Charleston
it will go there, if not they ought to be able to find
an outlet to a market that will pay higher prices
the Road should be built for the benefit of the agri-
and not TO produce monopoly for the Bone
fit of any particular town. The Jonesboruugh Road
is not only feasible, but it and will be built with
out costing the State cent-all ask for then is
a charter. The State can (and doubtless ought toy
make connection with it any point she pleases. be-
cause she will have the territorial jurisdiction Of
ly the whole line. Let Morganton build branch to
with it at the most eligible point, and the
counties west OF her build plank roads which will
greatly facilitate their means of transportation.
When the resources of the country become full
ly developed, its agricultural productions larger and
valuable, and its territory hckly settled,
then this line of Rail Road be extended through
the Black mounta in 10 the Tennessee line.
Western Democrat.
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ADJOURNMENT.

Both Houses of our Legislature have agreed to
adjourn sine die on Wednesday next. We cannot
think it probable that they will be able to adjourn
by that day, but they may do so, provided the
Senatorial Districts, the Commons apportionment,
and of the Congressional Districts shall have been
finally acted on. These important subjects have
not been fully discussed, but the Committees
have reported, and the bills, having been printed,
have been no doubt thoroughly examined by MEM
bers.
Up to this time about twenty-five public acts,
fifty private acts, and twenty resolutions have been
enrolled.
The session has not been very harmonious
one Parties are balanced, and for this reason it
is not easy to reach final action on any important
question. We can only hope that the remainder
of the session will be productive of better results
than many seem to anticipate; and that the good
old state-whatever may be done omitted
will continue to advance in intelligence and pros
perity.
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THE MARKETS.
]. ]. WILLIAMS,
w. Il. FAIRLLOTH,
N. D. FEN n ELL.

WILMINGTON, December IA.
NAVAL STORES. Sales yesterday, OF 1000 barrels
turpentine. So Is FOR soft, and ST. 574 for hard,
and lot of all hard at 81 IS, per $50 bs-the market
closing firm at above quotations. with fair demand.
In Spirits there has been nothing doing, in conse-
quence of the scarcity of vessels for shipping the
iicle. We consequently unable to give quota
ton for the article. Sales of l65 bills. ar at 81 S.
decline.
TIMBER. Sales yesterday of Is or 90 RATS
SIS, SIS SO, Sc, Sc so, 81 25, 50 and $40 per NJ,
according TO quality. J0urnaL
PETERSBURG, December Is.
Those buying by retail may expect to pay adj
vance on annexed quotations, the prices below being
wholesale:
I0baceo-Breaks exceedingly small, with sales of
Lugs $50 4 90 Cts; Good Tugs at so $54 com.
mon leaf 6 8; good 1879.
CotiOn-Last sales at 81 s. cents.
Corn-But little Offering. We quote new at 54c.
Wheat-loOc. for red white los cents.
Fom-City Mills, S. $50.
BacOn-Sales shoulders 93c.; sides los cents;
Virginia hog-round none offering.
Lard-Western, in barrels, at Is cents; kegs, IA J
Is cents; Virginia, none in market.
Fish-No. g. Mackerel' $73 and scarce; No. l
North Carolina clipped herings$7s u do. SSH;
gross, SIS Nova Scotia, gross, "a At.
Sult-$I 60 cents.
Guano-$463 per 1000 lbs.
Pla,ter-Petersburg fresh ground. unpacked, $63
per ton packed $73 northern $73.
Lime-1homastown ST. 373. Express.
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RALEIGH, SATURDAY, DEC. IS, 1852.
THE LEGISLATURE.

Our readers will find, under the appropriate head,
the proceedings of this body from Tuesday to
Thursday, inclusive.
On Wednesday the bill providing for a Railroad
from Goldsborough to Beaufort was rejected in the
Senate and on Thursday the bill to amend the
charter of the Cape Fear and Deep River Naviga-
ton Company, and for the relief of the same,
passed its third reading in that body, and was Or
dered to be enrolled.
On the same day Walter L. Steele, Esq, of
Richmond, was elected Trustee of the Universe
ty There are three vacancies yet to be filled.
On Thursday the two Houses voted for Sen
ator and for Attorney General. No election.
For vote, see proceedings. The two Houses WILL
in all probability, vote again to-day, friday for
Senator.
On the same day the subject of the Congresslon-
al Districts was debated in the Senate, and that OF
the Senatorial Districts in the House
The bill to establish Bank in Plymouth was
rejected in the Senate on Thursday.
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V'a1,s0bEe Real Estate for ..esge.

Dwelling House 81 Livery Stables.
IA THE undersigned having determined to change
m his business, offers for sale the entire Lot ado
a-ing on the south side of Princess street. between
Second and Third streets, which is situated the
Dwelling House and Livery Stables now occupied !:y
him.
The dwelling House.
situated in the central portion of the town corner
of two Streets is well arranged and sufficiently comod
for families, having all necessary buildings
attached to it.
TIae livery Stables
very extensive, and well planned and arranged
and conveniently located any similar establishment
in the Southern country. The main building fronting
Second street, with its entire length Princess
street, is IG0 feet long by Sc feet broad has basement
principal floor and loft each of great capacity the
size of the building will permit built in the best
of stone and brick, and being covered with tin
nearly fire proof building used for stables we'll
be made. An abundant supply of the pprest spring Va
ter is had within feet of the building and the
lishlnent is enjoying very extended patronage.
The lot will he divided if desired and the Eastern end
on which the Livery Stables stand, sold separate FROM
the Western end Oh which the Dwelling House is situa-
ted.
The terms will be accommodating. and any informa-
ton in reference the premises will given 10y the
under signed, in his absence by n. n. Nixon E>qr
The above property unless previously disposed OF at
private sale, wbe sold by public Auctou on the fist
day OF January next. } II. X. NIXON.
Wilmington, Dec 18th, 1852. 9-3w.
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FEMALE CLASSICAL INSTITUTE
IIIilsborough street,
ES a Eng H. N. e


TENHE first session for 1853 will begin the first
/ Monday in January and continue for five months
The patronage extended to the Institute has induced
the principal adopt for its enlargement and
permanent establishment the basis Of thorough a!d
extensive of Female education.
The several departments already filled by highly
competent Instructors.
As the number boarding in the institute is limited,
early application may be necessary to ensure abundance
The payment of hundred dollars, in advance, will
young lady all the advantages of hoard att
of instruction in any portion of the following branches
which be successfully prosecuted at the time
The payment of sixty five dollars will! instruc-
ton in the ordinary English branches, with board wash
ing, fuel and lights
Tuition fees will be expected in advance and all hiS
for board and books at the close of the session.
Tuition in Classical course, $40
81 Preparatory course, 10
Ancient and Modern Languages, each, 10
Painting aud Drawing 10
Painting in Oil colours, Is
Ornamental Needle Work,
Music on Piano or Guitar 90
These prices will be charged when taken separately
unless the number of studies amount to than fifty
dollars.
BENNETT r. BLAKE, Principal
Raleigh, December 10, 1852. @
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The Eulogy of Hon. Horace BInney upon Hon.
John Sergeant in the Federal Courtroom, in Phila-
dsphia, is described by the papers of that city ell
oquent in the extreme. When he had spoken for
of hour. slowly and with deep feel
ing he turned to his brethren at the bar and said
Let no man pray fol- length of days, for the old
man is lett alone when he has buried all the friends Of
his youth 1t was my grateful and painful duty three
years ago to pay my last offering of regard to the
memory of Chauncey. l now come to pay like tri.
butte to John Sergeant. This is probably the last
time that my voice will be heard by my assoc-
ates of the Sar, and offer them my last friend
ly salutatons'' He sat down, evidently much moved.
The room was silent.
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PH11onArHEs1AN HALL. Dec. 5, 1859.

PHILoMArHEsIAN HALL. Dec. 5, 1852.
WHEREAS, 1t has pleased God ir the all-wise dis
pensations of his Providence, to remove from the
scenes of human life beloved and esteemei BROTH
er, SIMON w. SANDERS whose frankness and gen.
crosby, amiability and gentemany department W ON
the esteem and confidence of all his associates
mourn his loss and honor his memory.
ResoUed, That while We bow with submission to
the decree that has called him away at early
age, we will preserve in our hearts the recoilec
ton of the many amiabe qualities that endeared him
10 US all.
ResotUed, That we most deeply sympattise with
the family of deceased brother and tender them
our coincidence in their bereavement.
Resofued, That we wear the usual badge Of mourn-
ing for thirty days, and request the Euzean Society
to unite with US in this token of respect.
Resolued, That copy of these resolutions be sent
to the family of the deceased and that copies be for
warded to the Editors of the Wilmington Journal,
Raleigh Standard and Spirit of the Age, with the
request to publish.
]. ]. WILLIAMS,
w. L. FAIRILOTH,
N D. FENNELL.
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WaFrentOn Female Institute.
WARREN COUNTY; N. G.

THNHE twenty semi annual session of this In
IL situation will commence on Monday the Sd of Jan
uary next. Charges before. Pupils are received al
any time and charged frOmsthe time of entrance.
Terms S62 90 per session for Board and English tut
tion Ancient and Modern Languages Music, Drawing,
and Oil Paint lg at former rates. Vocal Music and Or.
needle work gratis.
Circulars containing the fullest information will be
sent 10 those applying.
GRAVES & WILCOX.
Warrenton Dec. ., 1852 6-4m.
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NTAR R TED,

On Tuesday, the 9TH inst, in Franklin county, at
the residence of Mr. Wilson Williams. by Rev. w. T.
Brooks, Mr.. William l.. Fort, of Wake, to Miss Mary
S. Williams. daughter of the late Simon Williams.
On Monday, the l3th o'clock, A. NJ, the resi-
dence of Samuel Jackson, Esq, Pittsboroueh N.
c., by the Rev. A. F. Umsted Charles HamIen Esq., of
Petersburg Va, to Mrs. Mary Martini widow of the late
DR.. w. F. B. Martin, of Warren county, N. e.
May they never know adversity's frown,
May their happiness never have end'
S. E. w.
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CONGRESS-.

Nothing of general Importance has taken place
in this body since our last.
On Monday the Secretary of the Senate read a
note from Mr.. King, the Vice President, who is
ill, requesting1Mr. Atchison to occupy the Chair
during the day. Some vacancies in COMMITTEES
were filed, and then Mr.. Underwood spoke in re-
lation to the Kentucky contested election case.
During these proceedings, parasol dropped
from the hand of lady in the gallery, which fell
point downward, on the head of the Hon. Mr.
Pearce of Maryland, cutting him severely, but not
seriously. Mr. P, after some time, resumed his
seat in the Senate.
After the transaction of the morning business,
the House, on the same day, went into a Commit
tee ofthe Whole on the state of the Union, (Mr.
Stuart in the chair) wherein the resolution for the
distribution of the message among the various
standing committees was discussed by Messrs Jones
OF Pennsylvania, johnson of Georgia, and Mallory.
The committee then rose and after passing a
resolution designating who should be admitted on
the floor as reporters, and how seats should be as
signed to them, the House adjourned.
In the course of the days proceedings a resolu-
ton was passed to terminate the current debate on
the message on Wednesday next, at 2, p M
Vice President King was still unwell on Tues
day, and Mr.. Atchison presided Eulogies were
pronounced upon Mr.. Webster by Messrs. Davis,
Butler, Cass and Seward. The Senate then adj
journed.
In the House, on the same day, the motion to
refer that portion of the Presden is MESSAGE in re-
lahon to the Tariff, was debated
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FOREIGN INTERVENTION ON THIS CONTINENT. Pub
lie attention has recently been attracted to the
lutlonary movement in the State of Sonora on the
Pacific, which has led to a declaration of indepen-
dence made by the victorious insurgents and to the
annexation of that State to France. The New York
Herald of Monday contains several important partic-
ula:s the dates of which from Guayamas, up to
the 18th November. 1t is asserted that Count Boul-
bon is commander of expedition tilted out in San
Francisco, by large commercial house in Mexico
for the purpose of working The mines of Amedal sit
uated about equf-distant from Euay amas and Her
mosilia, the capital of the State of Sonora. On TAX
ing possession of the mines he ordered to leave
by another party, fitted out in Mexico and supported
by Gen. Blanco. This Count Boulbon refused to
d. and engagement ensued. which resulted in the
rout of the Msxicans under Gen. Blanco. The Mex
leans reported TO have numbered about 1000
the French under Count Boulbon only $50. Fifteen
of the French were killed, and large number of the
Mexicans killed and wounded. Count Bonbon then
marched Hermosilia, the capital of Sonora, took
the place, declared Sonora independent, and with bis
handful of men, encamped within one league of
Guayamas, when the vessel which brought this news
Acapulco left. The Inhabitants of Guayamas had
all left the place-most OF them having fraternzed
with the French. The French troops, or miners,
in Strengthened circumstances; but there is no
doubt but that if they hold out until reinforce
ments can reach them from San Francisco, Sonora
will maintain her Independence. Rich. Eng.
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MASONIC.

The Grand Lodge OF North Carolina, which con-
yened in this city, the 9th instant adjourned on
the 10th. There was an unusually large atten-
dance, and the proceedings were interesting and
harmonious. The fraternity appear to be in very
prosperous condition Ten new charters were grant
ed during the past year Lodges are multiplying
and the membership increasing.
At the late animal communication the following
officers were elected for the ensuing year:
Alonzo T. Jenkins, Grand Master.
Luke Blackmer, Senior Warden
William P. Taylor, Junior
G.. w. D. Huichings, Treasurer.
w lillian T. Balm, Secretary,
The following appointments were made by the
Grand Master:
Cyrus P. Mendenhall, Dep. Grand Master
Rev. M. G. Breaker, Chaplain,
Joseph Green, ST. Deacons
Ed. r. Stanly, Jr !.
Jas. Il. Marriott, Steward.
M. o. Outton, Marshall.
W.. F. s. Aston, S'ord Bearer.
P. H. Winston, Pursuivant,
James S. Terrell, TYLER.
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S 200 REWARD.
A PROCLAM Alto

By HIS Erceltency, DAVID S. REID, Governor Of
the State Of North Carolina:
WHEREAS, it has been represented to me that
w George Foster late of the county OF ecklenburg.
stands charged with the murder of one Charles Eos
in said County and that the said George Foster has fed
from justice and probably escaped beyond the limits Of
the State.
Now therefore, TO the end that the said Foster may
be arrested and brought to trial for said offence, 90
hereby issue this my Proclamation Offering ar of
two hundred dol!aIs for his apprehe aud delivery
to the Sheriff of Aleckenburg comfy.
DESCRIPTION:
George Foster is described be about 26 years Of
age is Ave feet five six inches high, of dark copper
color free and when spoken TO appears cheerful
and is apt smle weighs 40 or l4O pounds, rather
slender and known in some places as George Hap
pold
Given under my hand and attested with
SEAL , the Great Seal of the State OF North Caro-
lima, at the City of Raleigh, this the 9Th
day of December, A. D. 1852.
By the Governor, DAVID S. REID.
w. H. JONES, Private Secretary.
RalRigh, December 9th, 1859 9-4w.
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~ An act has been passed by the present Lee
glslature which has long been needed, and which
will be the means of saving much time to that
o0dy 1t is an act to incorporate Literary Institu-
IONS and Benevolent and Charitable Societies 1t
provides that persons, not less then seven, desiring
10 be incorporated for such purposes, shall declare
IN writing, over their names, before the Clerk of
The County Court, their corporate name, the bust
ness proposed, the lace where it is to be carried
Oh the length of time, not exceeding thirty wears,
and the names of persons who have subscribed to
.ne same-the whole to be transmitted to and fled
III the office of the Secretary of State, and the
governor then to issue letters patent under the
great seal of the State.
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Greensborough
MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY.

VHNIIE of Insurance the mutual plan is but
Il small sum, compared with joint stock Company.
This Company being located in the Western part of
the State consequently much the larger portion of the
risks in the West, very many of which are in the
country The Company is entirely free from debt have
madeno assessments, and have very large amount IN
cash and good bonds, and is therefore confidently re-
commended to the public.
AT the last Annual Meeting the following OFFICERS were
elected for the ensuing wear: James Sloan, Presidont
8 G. Coffin Vice President; G. p. Mendcnhall, At
torney Peter Adams, Secretary and Treasurer; w. H.
Cunningham, General Agent.
Do.ouhdr ,o,b 1872 7-Iy.
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TEMPERANCE CONVENTION.

This body assembled in this City on the 18th
instant. Notwithstanding the inclemency of the
weather and the wretcbed condition of the roads,
there were about 16O delegates present. The ut
most harmony prevailed, and we learn that the
sentiment was unanimous that the people of the
State demanded some amendments to the liquor
laws of the State.
The following are the officers chosen:
President-Rev. N. T. Graves, of Warren.
Vice Presidents-W. II. Morning, Of Johnston,
A. Ell. Ray, of Franklin, Prof. J. B. White, of
Wake Forest College, and John B. Odom, of N ORTIZ
ampton.
tSecretaries-Prof. W. G. Doub, of Greensboro
Female College, and DIR. w. H. johnson, of Ala
nance.
The Committee appointed for the purpose, re-
ported that memorials from the different portions
of the State had been received, with the names of
1855 voters attached also, 4125 ladies, and 1913
youths.
A committee appointed to prepare COM
munication to the Legislature to accompany the
presentation of the memorials, DC.
The Convention continued its sessions till the
afternoon of the 10Th, when it adjourned.
We learn that A. NJ. German, Esq, Editor
of the Spirit of the Age, was taken seriously i'll
on the morning of the 18Th, which accounts for
his absence from the sittings of the Convention.
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BosToN. Dec. IA. The election yesterday resulted
in the choice of seven Wings, one Democrat, and
one Free Soiler 10 Congress.
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Further Mericon Ne,cs.

NEW ORLEANS, Dec. IL. Further advices have
been received here from Mexico. Gen. Uraga has
issued proclamation in favor of the revoluti De-
sertions taking place daily from the government
troops to the insurgents.