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The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
Later from California.-Arrival Of the
Steamer Illinois.
New YORK, May 10.

New YORK, May 10.
The steamship Illinois, with later date
from California, arrived at this port las
evening. She brings 800 passengers, 81,
$4,000 in gold dust on freight, and $3.50,
600 in the hands Of passengers.
The Panama Railroad was to open withir
five miles Of Gorgona this month.
BY this arrival we have the following fur
ther items from California and the Pacific.
A lump Of gold weighing 306 ounces, hat
been found near Sonora.
Accounts from the Society Islands STATE
that revolt was progressing among the in
habitants, that Queen Pomare had applied
to the English and French authorities sta.
toned there for protection, and they had
refused.
The fugitive slave bill had passed both
branches Of the California Legislature.
The bill giving the State printing to the
lowest bidder passedthe Senate,
Business was generallyimproving through
out the States and crime, in its various nha-
ses. was very prevalent.
The weather was extremely hot at San
Francisco.
AEtate Democratic Convention is to be
holden at Benicia on the Doth July, to nom-
mate Presidential electors.
Gen. Anderson, formerly of Tennessee
has been appointed to the vacant seat on the
the Supreme bench of the State.
Eleven hundred Chinese emigrants had
landed at San Francisco in the two weeks
previous to the sailing Of the Northerner.
Fine clothing has adyaced from so to 100
per cent.
Beef and pork have also advanced.
Money was active; all kinds Of securities
had advanced.
Gold dust was selling at $3.50. Ex-
change on the eastern cities per cent. pre-
mirm.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28

BErTtHG WITH A MULE.-A Georgia negro
was riding a mule along, and came to brifge
when the mule stopped. "PIl bet you Z
quarter said Jack "that make you eros.
Ober dis BRIDGE" and with that struck the
mule over the ears, which made him nod bil
head suddenly. "You take de betden?1 said
the negro, and be contriyed to get the stub.
born mule over the bridge ~ won dat bet,
anyhow, said Jack.
sBut how win you get your money 2" said
. man who was close by, unperceired.
"TOsmortow, = said Jack, "massa glib me a
dollar 70 get corn for the mule, and / take de
quarter out. /"
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
Watches and IeWelrv.
FREDERICK g. HAIJER

FREDERICK g. HALLER,
one door qbope Oakcs q Buskirk's, Front street
LAYING located in this city, for 600
4 the purpose of prosecuting The ga
Jewelry business in all its branches, AIR
beg Leave to announce TO the citizons Of Ports.
mouth, and vicinity, that they have on hand,
and are constantly receiving fresh supply Of
Jewelry, consisting in part. Of Watches and
Clocks, Ear and Finger Rings, Breast-pins.
Spectaeles, &c, &c. From their long expert.
ence in his line, they ilaiter themselves that
they can please all who may give them call,
and wish by their attention to business, 10
merit liberal share of public patronage.
IJ-Watches 4 Clocks repaired on the short
est notice, and warranted to give satiafaction.
N. B.-Lunet Glass, 25 cts.; patent do.
common. 70 cts.i Verge 81 Mainsprings
81, and all other work inproportion, and ior o
jobbing, they think they cannot bc surpassed In
the country. n
Feb. IS.'5a--TfB. 4 Clip d&wtf.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
Change of Place.
~ ID UrFU a ANA

- n - - AZ OVes
MYTH view Of enlarging their opera.
w tions--of being better prepared 10 NEE,
the wants of their increasing trade, have added
two more rooms 10 their manufacturing depart
ment, and taken for their sales rooms, those
formerly occupied by VIM. Eden & Co., Zone
door north of their old stand) where hey are
able and willing to exhibit stock of BOOTS
and SHOES, for Spring trade, unequalled in
this country, as to quality and price. They
would respectfully invite the attention Of deai.
ers, to work Of their own manufacture. feeling
assured that il is superior in every respect, 10
anything Of foreign importation and as low in
price. All kinds Of Eastern work on hand for
the benefit of those that prefer it, to make up
an assortment complete. Call and examine at
our new store in Market street, two doors north
of the State Bank.
Portsmouth Feb. 26 1852 dw.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
Notice Of Dissolution.

TTNHE co partnership heretofore existing be-
tween JAMES w. DAVIS, LUXE P. N. SMITH,
and JOSEPH w. SMITH, under the firm Of Davis,
Smith & Co., in the Commission, Forwarding
and Grocery business, is this day dissolved by
mutual consent.
Either Of the partners are authorized 10 settle
up the accounts Of the firm. s
JAMES w. DAVIS.
LUKE P. N. SMITH.
JOSEPH w. SMITH.
Portsmouth, o., August /, 1851.
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LATER FROM EUROPE
Arrival Of the Steamer Afric,

Arrival Of the steamer Africa.
NEw York, May 20.-The steamer Af-
rica with adyices from Liverpool to the
9th inst arrived at this port at O'Clock
this morning.
Cotton and Bacon have slightly advan,
ced in Liverpool.
proceedings Of the British Parlia-
ment are without interest.
The escape Of the Cuban prisoners from
Africa is confirmed.
The statement that Meagher, the Irish
exile had escaped from New South Wales
is not confirmed.
A letter from Capetown states that 49
bodies Of the lost on the Birkenhead had
been washed ashore.
The German emigration from Liverpool
to the United States was large at three
pounds sterling for each passenger.
The case of Gibbs against Col. Fremont
in relation to bills of exchange for supplies
for the American army in Mexico, during
the Mexican war, which were endorsed
by Fremont, came off before the Court
Of Exche9uer. The Court held that Fre-
mont was responsible, but referred the
whole matter for an amendment before
giving decision.
In the House Of Commons, during dis
cussion Of the militia bill to Lord John
Russell said, in reply to direct question,
that There was no reason whatever to ap-
prehend hostile intentions towards En-
gland on the part of France.
Paris was crowded with strangers, at
tracted thither to witness the fete of the
18th May. 10000 tickets of admission
to witness the ceremony Of the distribu-
ton Of the Eagle to the troops, had been
issued.
The rumor is very prevalent that the
army will make formal request of the
President, to assume the title of Empe-
ror.
Plans to construct Crystal Palace in
Paris, had been adopted, and the work
was soon to commence.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
Nofice.

TNwithdrawiug from the above firm, (ior the
il purpose Of prosecuting exclusively our Pro-
duce and Manufacturing business we take
great pleasure in recommending TO our patrons
and friends, as our successor in the above busi-
ness, our late partner, Mr.. Joseph W. Smith,
and solicitor him continuance of the patron
age heretofore so literally extended 10 our late
firm, believing, with his facilities and qualifi-
cations he can well subserye the interests ofthe
community.
JAMES w. DAVIS.
LUKE P. N. SMITH.
Portsmouth, o., August /, 1851
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
William F, Ranshahous,
wholesale y Retail Dealer

Tobacco, Manufacturer and Dealer In
Cigars
Market Street, between Second and Third,
POrtsm OMth, Ohio.
REGS leave TO announce 10 his numerous
Dfriends, that lie has Just received AFR ESH
STOCK of TOB ACCo andCIGARS, consisting
Of all varieties Of Cavendish, Cnt and Dried,and
Twist Tobaccos, and that he manufactures,
from the best home & imported stock, Regalas
Principle, Cassdore Canone, Plantation, Jupi.
ter, Pantillas and Half Spanish Cigars and ho
is prepared 10 fill orders for the above. at the
shortest notice, and on the most reasonable
te ms. He also has,on hand Snuff OF all kinds,
and Pipes from Turkish Merchaum TO common
Clay.
Thankful for past favors, he hopes still to
merit generous pa atronage. Jan, 90, ,52.
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WAsHlNcroN. Nav 10.

Mr. Harvey, State Senator Of Michigan, al
noon to-day, presented to the National Mon
ument Society the block of copper prepared
by that State for insertion in the Washington
Monument. The ceremony took place in the
rotunda Of the Capitol The block was re-
ceived by Mr.. Lenox, Mayor Of Washington.
A large crowd present.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
10000 DOLLARS REWARD
Is offered Tor d better receipt
II contains mo Opium, CaisnleI, or minera
~ n Pnin0n. X.

Poison.
And is safe for the most delicate child.
1T is estimated that SO, 900 persons die an
il nually in the United States with Con-
sumption. aud Professor Ebefly saws that a
vast number OF these could have been saved
by the timely use Of some prompt remedy.
Dr.. Hall Balsam Strikes at the Root ofthe
Disease at once, and such is its speedy effect,
that any one. using il freely according 10 di
rections for "a or 4S hours, are not entirely
satisfied with its merits, the bottle NAV be re-.
turned, and their money will be cheerIulIy re-
funded. The most distressing cough is fire.
quently relieved by a single dose and broke n
up in few hours time. The afflicted do no,
have to take botteafter bottle before thew fnd
whether this remedy will afford relief or
not
Call on the Agent and get pamphlet gratis
The treatise on Consumption alone is worth
more than the price Of the medicine. You
will find certificates of Ply ysicians in Cincin-
natl, and OF others whose cur % have been eC.
fecled here at home, where they can be found.
The public have been imposed upon by rom.
edles, recommended by certificates which
have always originated from some unknown
source We believe that medicine possess
ing real merits will effect cures wherever it is
lsed, at home as well as abroad. This is ne
Paragoric preparation, but one which if used
in season will save the lives of thon sa nds and
persons may Make this Bargain with agents
from whom they purchase, that in every case
where il is used freely according to directions,
anG entire satisfaction is not given in "a or
hours, they can return the medicine, ana their
money will be cheerfully refunded.
Ne sure TO call for DR.. Halls BalSam for the,
lungs For saleby
Shackletord & Crichton, Portsmouth, Ohio
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Any man who would rob printer would
walk to California without shoes to save a
quarter-when there, would ride on sharp
backed horse to the mines-and then dig for
gold with his fists, feet, head, and elbows,
twenty three hours out Of the twenty four for
l6 years Aye, such man would smoke 9TH
eIs stubS-wear nothing but thrown-of rag
pickers shirts, and steal Cruel from his faith
er in the agonies of death.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
BEAVER, Pa, May Is

Steamer Gov. Meigs, on her way down
this morning, ran into Steamboat Hail Col.
umbia, two miles below this, at a place cal.
led Beaver Shoals, causing the latter to sink
Immediately in water up to her cabin floor.
Boat and cargo supposed to be total loss.-
Report says she is broken in two.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28

s.Heinee all fires having spIead-eagle and
anchor says Dyes Counterfeit Detector.--
We csn refuse 10 lake anchors, but as to ne
fnsine aall fyes having spread eaglesg on
them. ne wohld fsthef not, especially II they
are Of The California stamp. ConiaIer.;
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
For Sale, at a Bargain.

YyHE TWO STORY BRICK HOUSE 49,
Il on Fourth Street, containing par m
lor l6 by l6, dining room l6 by 90 and kitc6- itch.
on 10 by IA feet--on the first floor. S rood
rooms in the second story. The attic is uSfin.
ished, but Is well suited for lumber room.---
There is a good dry oeller under the kitchen.
and cistern holding 80 barrels, with other
improvements. 49,
TERMS First payment in cash, and the
balance IN two equal paymens at one and two
years: Lot y II Il > inches by l07 Il inches.
Enquire Of A Crichton, Esq, or Of W. s.
Still WELL, on on the premises.
April ~, IS59--dwtt
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To the Ladies'.

M are now prepared 10 Manufacture 10
NV order, all kinds Of Ladies wear, on tho
" of'es notice and in the most fashio nable
s.yio Ladies' calling and ndleaving their meaa.
ure, can have their work made 70 suit their
taste--allwork warranted.
January 30, ,52. R. LLOYD & co.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
PHiLApELRurA. Nav IN

Rev. Mr.. Greene, formerly Methodist
minister Of Cincinnati, was sentenced to-
day 10 81 months imprisonment on two
charges for swindling, which he had pleaded
to.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28

Two successive shocks have been felt like
those of an earthquake. The poNdepmaga
zine of Borgo Dora has exploded. The
population is hurrying to the scene of disas
ter. The rappel is being beaten. All the
iaubourg is on fire. A barrack has fsler
down. Two hundred deaths are spgken of
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28

a LARGE Stock cfMen's and Boys sum.
"A mer Wear, combating Of Tweeds, Case.
'mereg Satnetls, Janes and Drilling ius, "a.
eiyed, and for sale a RESIDE & CO...
mch30dw -
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Medical Notice.
The Attention OF the Ladies.

W E have just receiyeda large assort-
w ment of ladies' extra fine No lsilk gait.
ers, ladies' enameled, kid, and patent leather
ouskings and 7. linds, which for taste, ele-
gancc. durability and cheapnsss, they surpass
anything in this market.
April ] n. IIOYD& ca.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28

The Journal de Turin, Of the 29th ult.,
has, under the head Of "latest intelligence .
the following paragraph:
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28

CONSUMPTION 4 Cough Remedy,
DIR. WILLIAM HALLS
BaIsa1M fOI. The I,umgs.
F0R THE CURR OF

Consumption, Decline Asthna, Bronchitis,
Wasting Of the Flesh, Night .Sa0eets, ,Spittine
of Blood. WhOoping Cough Difficulty of BreatR
ing Colds, Coughs, Influenced, Phthsic. Pain In
tks Side, and all diseases cfthe Chest and
Lungs
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
Money! Money!! lIoneY!!l

NEW HAVEN (CT.) } MONEY TAKEN
IN at par for GOODS and III payment of 'aes
counts, n WN, ELDtlA'S - co.
Ott. s. ,5f ~ ~ tzl-s.s y
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28
The Swindling Flour Dealer and For
ger.
PITTSBURGH, May 10.

A genteel dressed man called on John
Scott & Co., on the Goth last April, and
bought barrel Of flour, and by giving hum
dred dollar bill in payment obtained check
for the balance, by which means he raised
$3.50 SO of the Merchants and Manufaclu-
rers bank on forged check. The forgery did
not come to light till to-day.
The river is falling, with 9 feet A inches
water in the channel.
The weather is clear and cool.
The Portsmouth inquirer. [volume] (Portsmouth, O. [Ohio]) 1849-1855, 1852-05-28

Portsmouth, Ohio,
"AVE constantly on hand largo supply
II Of all articles In their line, which they !
are prepared to dispose Of on the most reason.
able terms. Having had considerable expert.
ence IN the business, they fiatier themselves
that they can render satisfaction to all those
who may favor them with their patronage.
They. have just received fresh supplies Of Rio
and Java Coffee; Brown, Crushed and Loaf
Sugar /; N. 0. and s. H. Molasses; Teas, To.
bacco, Cigars, Rice. Ginger, Peppcr; Allspice,
Saleratus, Alum, Madder, Ind ), Copp eras'
Malaga Raisins, Candies, Herring. Macke erel.
Goldfish, Candies. Soap. Lard Oil. Brooms, Bed.
cords etc (, etc., all Of which will be sold al
the lowest rates. ff.is n
March s, lSb2--dwtf ~
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Gunsmith,

Portsmouth, o., August /, 1851.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1852-09-29
Fifty DoIlars Forfeit.

mr. HUNTER will forfeit $50 If failing to cure
IL any case of secret disease that may come I'M
der his care no matter how long standing or af-
hicting. Either sex are invited 70 his private
rooms, So North Seventh Street, Philad,a., with
out fear of interruption from other PATIENTS
Strangers and others who have been unfortnnate
in the selection of physician are invited 20 call.
IMPoTENoY.-ThrOugh unrestrained indulgence
of the passions, by excess or sef-abuse the evils
are numerous. Premature inpotency, involun-
tary seminal discharges. wasting of the organs,
loss of memory, distaste for female society, ge-
neral debility, or constitutional arrangement, are
sure to follow. If necessary, consult the doctor
with confidence; he offers perfect cure.
Read AND RKFLEoT.-The afflicted would dc
well to reflect before trusting their health and
happiness, and in many cases their lives, in the
hands of physicians ignorant of thi class of ma
ladies'. 1t is certainly impossible for one man to
understand all the ills the human family are sub
iect to. Every respectable physician has his pc
culiar branch, in which he is more successful
than his brother professors, and to that he de-
votes most of his time and study.
YEARS OF PRACTICE, exclusively devoted to the
study and tire atent of diseases of the sexual or
gans, together with ulcers upon the body, throat
nose or legs, pains in the head, or bones, mercu-
rial rheumatism, structures, gravel, Irregularities
diseases arising from youthful excuses, or imPu-
rites of the blood, whereby tho constitution has
become enfeebled, enables the Doctor to Offer
speedy relief to all who may place themselves un-
der his care.
Medicine forwarded to any part of tho United
States-Price S5 and $40 per package. see9 ly
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1852-09-29
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
For Board of Public Works,
JESSE FLOWERS, OF Harrison.
VIM. j. WILEY. OF Marion.

SYMPTOMS of disease should never be disregard
ed. They are unerring indications that the vital
functions of nature have been interrupted in their
healthful action, and that serious evils must in
evitably follow, unless tho system be again set
right by tho timely use of proper medicines.
Boar in mind, that nature is ever endeavoring
to cxpel disease when itinvadcs the animal econ
omy, and only needs the assistance Of some gent
81 restoratiye-thorOugh yet mild in its action
that will give tone to tho system, and ACT UPON
THE BLooD-which is the PRINCIPAL OF LIFE.
GUYsoTT's Willow Dock AND SARsAPAR1LLA.-
AS apurifcr of the blood, renovater of the sys-
tenn, and q supporter and presorvcr of the powers
Of life, it has no equal Take it on the fir st indi
cation that disease upon you, and you will avert
perhaps weeks & months ofsickness and suffering.
See advertisement.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1852-09-29
SMITH & co. I,

A GENTS of the Baltimore and Ohio Rail
N Road Co., and Forwarding and Commission
Merchants, Fetterman Depot. Taylor county, Va,
will give strict attention TO the forwarding Of all
Goods and Produce consigned to their care, to
any point whatever and having one of the lar
gest and best warehouses on said Road west of
Cumberland. with facilities possessed by no 9TH
er house at this Depot to load and unload cars
and wagons into and from their warerooms,
without the necessity of the use of drays, or the
risk of exposure of Merchandise to the weather.
They feel warranted in assuring the public that
Merchandise will not be subject to damage while
in their care nor will they spare pains or atten-
ton in procuring tho early transshipment of all
Merchandise placed in their care at the lowest
rates, both in the prices allowed wagoners and
their own charges.
They have also made arrangements in Balti-
moro. by which it is unnecessary to prepay
freight on goods consigned to them.
REFER TO
Messrs. Robert Garnette and Sons, Messrs.
Norris, Caldwell and Co, Messrs. John Land
street and Son. VIM. Wilson Esq, Bayly Keys,
ESQ, Messrs. Long and Byrn, Messrs. O'Brien,
Criss, Messrs. Walker and Medairy
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1852-09-29

V7IRGINIA DoDDriDaz COUNTY 10 VIII
At rules held in the oilice OF the Circuit Court
Of said county on Monday the sixth day Of Sop
telnber 1852
Joseph Nrcarty comPl't,l upou an in
ss.ncttor,
James W'cartv A. Deft. l9 9nneOon'
proccodings on jnd cement Of the circuit Court
q Dcddridce county. recovered the 18th day 81
March, 1852, by the defendant against the Pain
III Sat law until this further order of the said
Circuit Court 70 set the said judgement at law
aside and % obtain new trial thereon.
1T appearing by an All avit fiief mi this cl,,se
that the peieneants James Ni'Carty isnot an in
that the said Defendant appear here Nithir, o,,s
month after due publication Of this order an
do what Is necessary 70 protest his interest Il
this suit. % lszL go
"a copy. Teste, i. ID. HICKMAN, cliz
j. S. CAELILB for Comprt. sep22 -,
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1852-09-29
Law Circular.

NToRTHINGToN g. sNEfHEN, WAsHrso-
w TON d.. c., continues % practice Law eX-
clusively in the Supreme Court, and 70 attend 70
eases before Congress; -. =.
To prosecute claims and settle accounts against
the departments, bureaus, and boards OF COM
missioners; IL ,
To procure patents for invenEo ns, at home and
abroad. and to obtain pensions and bounty lands;
To collect debts, dividends legacies, and II .
heritances in any part OF the United states ana
TO make investigations OF funds in loans and
stocks, and on bond and mortgage, and 70 nego-
tiate the purchase and sale OF loans, land and pa
tent-rights in any state Of the Union. au9S 4
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1852-09-29
OBITUARY..

On the 18th inst, was sent for, to conduct
the funeral services over the body of Col SrE-
PHENsoN, who had died the same day at his resi-
dence in Sutton, Braxton county, Va. About
ten days before his death, he attempted to cut off
started and the knife slipped, the point of which
struck him the outside of his knee, giving
great pain Immediately. The wound inflamed-
the nervous system became greatly excited, and
he died. This sudden and unexpected death, has
cast gloom over the minds of the citizens He
was about 80 years of age, and robust in appear
ance. He had been engaged for some years in
the mercantile business, being one of the firm of
Burn, Duff s. Co. Last Spring he was elected
by the people, TO the Office of Clerk of the Cir
cult Court. 1t is said that he a correct man
in his dealings and father and hu shand, kind.
His funeral was numerously attended by the citi
Gems and the people of the surrounding country /;
aud the cOuntenances of many, gave evidence
that they felt deeply their loss. ]. A. w.