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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16
Congress-


w ASFfINGION' a p1II To-
In the SENATE, the debate was continued upon the
bill for the extension of the capitol after which the
non-intervention resolutions submitted some weeks
since by Mr. Clarke of Rhode Island, were taken up
and debated until the hour of adjournment.
In the House. the bill providing for the discipline
of the Navy, being substitute for that passed the
last session abolishing fogging, taken up and
daba tod of lonrth
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16
MYstcrious.

We have received photographic letter, franked
by ''B. Thompson, M. Co" and addressed to tie
Journal, Wilmington, N. Co. dated New York:
March 10th, 1852, and signed by sundry prominent
Wings of New York, in which there appears to be
deep game on foot on the part of portion of the
Wings of New York, to choke off Scott and Fillmore
from nomination by the Wing National Conven-
tou The addressing of the letter to this paper is
mystery to us; perhaps it oversight, and as
such we will not give it publicity, unless ciroum-
stances shall hereafter make it necessary for US to
do 1t is sufficient for the present to say that
the authors attach great Importance to the advance
ment of Mr.. Websters claims for the presidency
We presume every Wing editor in the South has
received copy of this letter, and if there should
happen to be any of them opposed to General Scott
or MIR. Filmore's nomination, it will make its APP
pearance before the public shortly. This is a
peculiar and very critical state of the world saith
said letter, and we see good reason why the
friends of Mr.. Webster at the South should hesitate
to make an effort in his behalf. Mr.. Webster is
undoubtedly of talents, and if any Wing in the
Union 6 understands the rights of the Republic, u
Daniel Webster certainly ought to be the man.
The letter smells very much of the intervention doc
trine, and squints very strongly towards throwing
overheard prominent members of the Wing party,
for the Presidency, particularly Messrs. Fillmore
and Scott
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16
BGg~The Maine Liquor Law has been defeated in
the New York Legislature by "a majority.

Gov. Kossuth, the distinguished orator and the lion
of the day arrived here last Sunday morning on board
the Steamer Gladiator, from Charleston, and took
lodgings at the Carolina Hotel. He is accompanied
by his lady and suite. His arrival here was rather
unexpected, and consequently no preparation had
been made to give him public reception He visit
ed st. James Church in the morning and after the
exercises had closed returned to his quarters at the
Hotel, where large number of citizens had now
congregated all anxious to get at least, ''bds eye
view" of the great Magyar Chief At about one
o'clock, number of gentlemen were admitted into
his apartments and introduced. He left on Monday
morning in the o'clock train. fer the north
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

1t is stated that the U. s. Supreme Court have re.
fused re- hearing to the widow of Gen. Gaines, by
vote of 4 to 2. The Journal of Commerce says thai
she would have been the weahiest person in the Uni
ted States if her claims had been sustained, and there
have been times during the progress of the suit wher
it is said she might have compromised for half a mil
lion of Dollars.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16
Later from Mexico.

TAXATION IN New YoRK.-The amount of the annu
al taxation which the Board of Supervisors 'em
York, is one million six thousand six hundred and fiji
fty dollars
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

gz-A fire broke out in Savannah on the morning of
the 18th inst, and destroyed 5000 bales of cot.
ton, together with Mr.. Lamars Warehouse containing
cotton presses. The ships Jane Hammond and Isabel
la which were aground at the wharf could not be re-
moved, and we regret to learn that the former was
nearly consumed together with the Cotton on board.
The Isabella was also injured. Mr. Lamar's sheds
and press which cost s5O,00O were only insured for
100000. His books and papers, which were in an
iron safe, were also entirely consumed
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

s9s~The third annual meeting Of the Stockholders
of the Fayetteville and Western Plank Road Compa-
ny was held in Fayetteville on the 9Th inst. A
dividend of 81 per cent. was declared, and J per
cent of interest returned to individuals who had paid
over and above the amount required. The earnings
Of the Road for the last six months amounted to
about Sc 900 for the last month S1362
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WASHINGTON CITY, April 18th, 1852.

w Viz N PLIi A0bA1 Aoo@'
There is one interest which fourishes here-thai
Of Hotels, and their name is legion, and they are
mostly crowded by persons from all parts of the
Union, North Carolina excepted, which is less nu-
merously represented than any of the older States
The National, at which we are stopping is capable
of containing somewhere about seven hundred peo
pie, and it is generally full The location of Wash
ington seems to be the point of conflict between
northern and southern climates as well notions
heat and cold being in constant alienation. 1t i;
said to be very trying. By the way, Mr.. Clay il
stopping at this house, but sees body. His friends
think that he may revive with the Spring, but it ii
very doubtful He is confined to his bed.
The capitol enlargement will be most immense
work,--larger than the original. Iguess an appro
praton of half million will be passed for it; il
fact, the amount of money spent here public bull
dings is enormous. The Patent Office building il
being extended to more than twice its original size
and in a style of magnifcence almost unequalled.
will cover about an acre square The Capitol--th
General Post Of6ce--the Treasury Buildings-th
Patent Office and the Presidents House are the onl
really handsome buildings in Washington. Tn
State Department, and the War and Navy Depart
ments are very plain. The work on the Nationa
Monument is at a stand-stilI. Something ought t
be done.
One of the most amusing scenes anywhere, is tn
opening of the House. rather thin man stands u
at the Clerks desk and makes prayer, during tn
progress of which, the members silently write Q
read their letter "a rather good-looking man G
uss,,. hut .looking near TINT old, the
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16
Later from California.

NEW lUKkI II PTII To-
The steamship Daniel Webster, from San Juan,
arrived here to-day. She brings, in the hands of
passengers, gold to the amount of $150,OO0. The
Indians about San Diego were again troublesome.
Later from Mexico.
NEw-ORLEANs, April II.
Advces from Mexico to March goth state that
the Foreign Ministers have protested against the
Matamoras tariff Many of the merchants refuse to
pay duties.
THREE CENT CoINs.-The treasurer of the mint
Mr. E. c. Dale gives notice that heis prepared 10
change three cent pieces for gold, TO all applicants
therefor He will also deliver the same, at the expense
of the mint, 10 any party requiring them, at distance
and who may be conveniently accessible on the line
of the expresses The coins being in parcels of $50
$50, and $3.50. the applications should be made fol
either of those sums, mutipes thereof, and pay
ment in advance will be required in every Phild
Ledger.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16
The Expedition to Japan.

A leading article appears in the London Times
The 26lh of March upon the proposed American expe
diton TO Japan, which is thus epomized by the L on
don correspondent of the Philadelphia North Amer
can:
can important leading article appears in the Times
today upon the American Expedition TO Japan. The
Times says that if this expedition is carried out in
spirit of humanity and sound policy, without unneces-
sary waste of life and under the full impression that
the agents of the Government, and not the great mass
of the population, are in fault, Commodore Perry will
be backed with the sympahies of all European nations
The enterprise is undertaken by the Government at
Washington, and one of the best officers the navy
list OF the United States has been appointed TO the
command The Times speaks OF the force 10 be en-
poyed. and says it is amply sufficient for the purpose,
and the officers entrusted with the command have
little difficulty in debating their own terms, both at
Nangasaki and Jeddo. The Times concludes lis ar
tcle by remarking that public opinion in England will
run in favor of the expedition, but both humanity and
policy recommend moderation in the midst of success
We can have little doubt that the United States ex-
petition against Japan will prove the counterpart of
our own late operations in China. May Commodore
Perry and his forces with the like success, and
use il to good purpose"
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

1.-The New Haven Railroad Company has, within
few days. adopted the practice of placing printed la
bells on all the way baggage, so that the usual mis-
takes in delivery will be avoided.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

NEw-YoRK ART UN1oN-Recorder Tillon, ofNeW
York, on Monday in his charge to the grand jury,
urged the Indictment of the Art Union. on the ground
of being lottery On the other hand Judge Duer
has decided in favor of it's legality
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

STATUE OF GENERAL JAcKsoN.-The Legislature of
Louisiana have passed appropriation of 100000
for the erection of bronze statue of Gen. Jackson
on Jackson Square, in New Orleans.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

MONEY WANTED.-The State Treasurer, D. W
Courts ESQ advertises that sealed proposals will be
received at his Office, until the 10th May next for
the purchase of 100000 of State bonds issued
by the State of North Carolina, in conformity with
an act of the General Assembly, ratified January
%, 1851, interest payable semi-annualy principal
at the end of ten years.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

Extraordinary FREAK OF NATURE Deacon
Ezekal Hachley, of this town, informs (and his
word is entitled TO implicit belief that he has heifer,
now about nineteen months DID, which has given milk
since May last arithout euer haUing had calf When
about thirteen months DID, her udder was discovered
10 be remarkably enlarged to induce them to milk
her, and the first attempt about three pints OBJ
tanned. Since that time, and up to the present. she
has been MIXED regularly. and has given aver
age about three quarts per day. This may not be a
new thing under the sum- but it is something not hilh-
erto &c dreampt OF in philosophy
Bataria Spirit of the Times
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

LEXINGTON, Mo-, APRIL 9.-The Steamer Saluja,
bound to Council Bluffs exploded her boilers to-day.
She had large number of Mormons on board, and all
the officers were killed, except the clerk and mate.
About one hundred lives supposed to be lost. The
boat is total wreck
American Steamer Fired into by Mexican Soldiers.
~ .. New ORLEANS, April 7, 1852.
As the steamer Camanche was ascending the Rio
Grande, with forty passengers on board, including
many ladies' and also Gen. Caravajal, she fired
into from the bank by some Mexican soldiers
Several shots struck the boat, but luckily lives
were lost. The shots were probably intended fo1
Caravajal. The outrage has excited much indigna-
ton among Americans.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1852-04-16

| Gz-Our correspondent C. H. A. is respectfully in
formed that the obituary notice he alludes to- has
never come to hand. The editor, to whom we learn
it handed, is not at home, and it evidently es-
capped his memory before he left else it would have
appeared in last weeks Journal. The writer will
obge US by sending another copy.
na%MRS. H. LEWIS.-This Lady, whose histri-
onie fame is popular in this country and Europe,
we understand will give one of her evening enter
tainments at the Masonic Hall, on Monday evening
the 10Th inst
B3rThe Democrats of Jones county held large
and enthusiastic meeting at Trenton, on the 10th
inst, and appointed delegates to the State and Dis
| trict Conventions.
! Ba~Godey's Ladys Book for May has been placed
upon desk. 1t is valuable number-contains
100 pages. The engravings well gotten up; the
1 first, January and May quite a contrast-the
second, May Day among the Juveniles very in
teresting picture. Cooley is great fellow with the
ladies'
Ba~We are credibly informed that there is man
living in Duplin county who has never seen Rail
road or vessel of any kind and what is more sur
prisng, has never been to Kenansville, the county
seat of said county.
Fl R9rBshop fielding. Of the Methodist Episcopa
u Church. died at Poughkeepsie on the 10th inst
The organ of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, O. [Ohio]) 1852-1853, 1852-06-11

The JENNINes Estate. This long litigat-
ed c.se has, we learn, been this week settled BY
the Court Of ChaBcery. The property connected
with the estate lies. we believe, principally in
the county Of Suffolk and at one period was
estimated at 7 900 000i., but only one half Of
that amount has been divided In the late de-
eision. Two claimants reside in this town, and
Others are scattered about this and her cOun-
tries, but the only fortunate one living in this
district is a ourne, man painter named Lang
ham, in the employ Of Mr. Howard, Of NAL
Jon. By the recent decision, we understand
that the property is divided into seven pOrtioos,
and that Langham's share will be 500,000.i-
Chelmsford Chronicle.
The organ of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, O. [Ohio]) 1852-1853, 1852-06-11
[FOrths Organ ofthe Temperance Re form.
D. .,,-r,,,,,,,. M, JTth 1870
Bno. s.. Cary,


BRo. s. F. CARy,
Dear Sir: - The cauae of Temperance is
doing great amount of good in this region.
If we have not reformed all the drunkards,
we have got a spirit aroused among the
thinking portion of the inhabitants in this
section, and believe that if we can only
keep the young and rising generation from
falling into the pit of intemperance, and get
a part of the old debauched sots to refrain
from their old evil practices, finally we
shall be able to secure large majority of
our citizens in favor of Temperance and
morality. There is quite an erroneous opin-
ion prevailing among mankind in regard to
the real object of the Order of the Sons of
Temperance. Some believe, (perhaps be-
cause they want to believe so,) that the Or
der of the Sons of Temperance is aiming at
the fountain head of our republican institu-
tions others say that they are aiming at
some selfish object, but we must conclude
that those who make such statements, and
then say that the Order is secret institu-
ton, do contradict their own statements,
for if it is secret, how can they who have
never entered into it's secrets unfold to the
world its principles and Obiecis2
Now, for the sake of correcting any erro-
neous idea that may be prevalent on this
point, l will just say that the object and in
tention of the Order was, and is, to effect a
reformation among that portion of mankind
who have fallen into the body and soul de-
strOyiDg practice of drinking spirituous Ii
quors.
There are a number of persons in our
county, who would make very good Tenn
perance men, (aud I have no doubt they are
at heart,) if they could have the unspeaka-
ble satisfaction of occupying the station Of
'' Boss of the whole business themselves.
Our Division in this place is in healthy
condition, and there is good reason to be-
lieve that we shall have an number of acces-
siOns to the Order soon. Yours, in L. P.
and F., A SoN OF TEMPERANCE.
The organ of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, O. [Ohio]) 1852-1853, 1852-06-11

The New Law OF DEscENTs. The most
important law passed at the present session Of
the la. Legislature is that relatingtO the inheri
lance oi property 1T makes great aud radical
changes In that important matter. 1t will b,
seen that dOWer is altogether abolished by th,
new law aud third OF the husbands estate i,
given to the widow in fee simple. The new
law goes into effect on the first of August
next. We subjoin from the State Sentinel au
abstract Of its provision
l. AS to Reai Estate "a widow with chill
dren takes one. third Of her husbands estate i'll
tee simple absolutely, and the children take
equally the remaining two-thirds. This she
takes as against her husbands will, and as
against creditors, except that if the estate ex
coed $4,000 she takes only ore fourth and II
over $40 900 only one fifth, as against cred.
itOrs.
The widow of an intestate, with one child,
takes half the land and the child takes the
other half.
The widow Of an iptestate, without children
if the estate be under one thousand dollars
takes the whole of it. If it be over one thou
sand dollars, takes the whole Of it. If it b,
over one thousand dollars, aud there be fathe
or mother of the husband alive, shs takes three.
fourths and the father or mother, or both TAXI
one. fourth. If there be no father or mother
she takes the whole. Brothers, sisters nephews
or neces If the husband take no part Of the
estate as against the widow.
The widow Of an intestate, without children
takes the whole estate, as against grandfathers
grandmothers. uncles, auuts, and cousins.
The widow Of an intestate, without children
takes the whole estate, as against any relative
more distant than father or mother.
The surviving husband Of a wife, testate OF
intesta'e, takes one-third Of her estate, in fee
whether he may have had, by her, children
born alive or not
2. is to Personal ProPeTty.-As against
creditors the will Of the husband, and all the
world the widow takes three hundred dollars,
before distribution.
This widow Of an intestate, with one child
takes half the personal property, and the child
takes the other half
This provision remains unchanged.
3. AStO Administration. Estates Of three bRR-
dTed dollars or less, 20 to the widow, without
administration, in trust for herself aud infant
children, if any, with remainder tG herself; if
no infant children, then to herself absolutely
4. is TO GraRdckildTeN .--lf all the children
Of an intsstate be dead. and grandchildren only
survive, they inherit equslly without reference
to the number in each family.
Fer this highly important and radical change
in the Law Of descents--a change which we
make no question will be hailed with Joy end
gladness, not only by every woman, but BY every
right-thinking and liberal. minded man---tht
State is indebted to the Hon. Robert DaI,
Owen. He begun his efforts in the OOnstitu.
tional Convention and has perevered until h
has succeeded In making his favorite measur,
the law.-IadiaAa Papers.
The organ of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, O. [Ohio]) 1852-1853, 1852-06-11

HORRIBLE EAcciDENT-MAN KILLED.--About
II O'Clock, yesterday morning as Barney Hulse-
man, brakeman on the freight train Of
the c., H. & Dayton Railway, was uncOupling
some freight cara, being run into the depot in
this city, he lost his foOthold and fell down be-
tween the cars lengthwise on the track and
was instantly killed by the cars passing over
him, mangling his flesh and breaking his bones
to such degree as to render it almost imPOs-
sble to recognize who the man was. Mr.. H.
leaves a wife and two children to mourn his
unfortunate death.
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brother, the best friend, save his wife, he
had in the world. That he wishes he
was in poor Duncan's place, we have no
doubt. What an awful comment this is
upon the evil effects of intemPerance
1t was the first drop that ruined Hanne-
gan. He is now about the middle age
Of man, and may yet live to be a very
useful man; but there is greater proba-
bility that he will commit suicide.
This tragedy will do much toward en-
acting the Maine Liquor Law in Indiana,
and we can almost predict it will be en-
acted at the next session Of the Legisla-
tuFa
The organ of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, O. [Ohio]) 1852-1853, 1852-06-11

SHOT IN THE HAND.-Yesterday afternoon,
about two O'Clock, VIM. ChiIds, Of the late firm
Of Childs & Bros, entered the cigar store Of
Louis Lang, on Walnut street, between Court
and Ninth, for the purpose OF lighting cigar,
when some remark by Mr.. L., to the amount
that "he could furnish his own matches" led,
after an alteration between them, to Nr. C.'s
discharging pistol at Lang, who threw up his
hand near mis- shoulder, the ball passing through
his hand, shatteriDg it to such an extent as to
render it useless for the future. Chids was
arrested, aud after an examination before Esq.
Bell, was held to hail in the sum Of $500 for a
further hearing on Monday.
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rmE DAUGHTERS of TEMPER
A AlE AAahHlAk ahk IENl = .hNL ENa.

4 N the Centre Hall Building cOIner Western
Row and 9TH street, keep constantly on hand
ladies' and gentlemen's linen, misses and cnildTens
clio hes oi ali descriptions. AlsO-an intelligence
office Tor procuring help.
The House Ol Employment, although under the
management OF the u. Oi T., Tor the purpose of
aiding that socley, as has been frequently stated;
hall dozen members OF the Order have received
employment its institution but its object is
TO give employment unfortunately, to all worthy,
destitute females.
| Jahuary 10, 1859.
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PROsECUTIoN FoR WITcHoRAFTl-A prOseeu-
ton was instituted before Alderman CrOweil,
of Philadelphia, last week, for Withcheraftl The
parties we're oolored, and il was charged that
the prosecutor and defendant hal quarrel,
which terminated in the latter offering to shake
the others hand. He did 50, whereupun the
prosecutor was seized with fit, and fell to the
earth in state Of insensibIlity. He was af-
terwards confined to the house for several days.
The mag istrate refused to bind over for witch
craft, but held the defendant for his future
good behavior.
The organ of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, O. [Ohio]) 1852-1853, 1852-06-11

ERRNG BRoTHER.-Would you throw
a brickbat at a friend who had fallen over
board +? Would you gather stones and pile
them on a bank that had fallen on a bro
ther? Would you throw a keg of powder to
a friend who had fallen in the fire Then
why heap words ofreproach upon himwho
had erred from the path of duty? Why
denounce him and spurn him from your
presence Cansyou be a stranger to the
human heart--you who have so often
fallen
He cannot know the human heart,
Who, when q weaker brother errs,
Instead Of acting Mercy's part,
Each base malignant passion stirs
Harsh words and epithets but prove
That he himself is in the wrong
That first he needs brothers love
To nerve his heart and guide his tongue.
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The nKooh.i-Noorn Diamond.

ANU 4AVOH-4-@EVV1 U4aHLOuu.
The celebrated Diamond, known in
india as the Kooh-i-noor, or Mountain o.
Light, has arrived in England, the prop.
erty of the Government by conquest
A Colonel Of the East India Company
was entrusted with the care of this pre-.
ciouS trophy. It has been known ever
since 1850, and then weighed eight hun
dred carets. By unskilful cutting it was
reduced to the weight Of two hundred
and seventy-nine carets. 1t is still the
largest in the world, and worth two mil
lions Of pounds sterling.