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The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03
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EXCHANGE HoTEL.-g wn...
1nnssian AnEusts; Dyer, PHI. Ts n.aos. sn5oas1s.
r H. Lhss Baylor. ssndy Poins. n fsl,..
aon 8 Archer, Amelia; w II Ciart. C.,shss,o- -
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~ Ma,son q e, ,rsteraburs: 4 irby, Eottowsvf Y p
Wor.hsm pea. P.srls Lharlss C.sy; Benz BnsAansn; a
s, Ise,encksburgs w Iaericots X. b, c.
i.Sr s ~ kiuvanuz; England. Ny: 0P is.,ss
IS,;,. ~ snter, .on and servanta Norfolf. I. II
! CITY HoTEL-R q rbom,.,n c..,r
Snss City Mra N Winfrey and Anil. = nos1s.
s,s;ihs ahssain:, Pow hatsn; 3 Davis A.ssSs~.
Tr;e. T;sn1y, Yn;. A;nsliai Gaiswood, Caroline; N
mill Frssess. Fasss; Hat steamer Aasssts; Cart
ssRgeT; sRT;.rnCE q Gay, Norfolk; D CLARK, Chs. City;
-. eIsuson. Washing ngton; A C Shepherd Pslmvrs'
! SSpSLuMblAN HOTELS Fuoua. Aupom.sfos
chsrlo,ssr snnrTy; jayne, Sandy Psini:J Ford
n n Chestham. Appoma,tex; j Ghesshssm a. A..
sinss saiassd.ls Ksys; Graves Maaisoc: sx koIa
Ell cs.4s,ts h.lss ASyiH; 4 Ys Letter rcwhs
| do: r Chesterfield; w d Bell Dsnviile: p Flsss
Lyncbbnrr.o. lowell and son. Goochlsnd; Il Bale y
Kirkhsnm M Kesd and family. do; Mr. Kelley, do:
,ras =, SoHS.osidge Lesley, Md; ii Brssr. Peters
~ e. ! Gna Chesterfield; Rev Mon. DO: +
nsr Mps Hsrner Haha, 10, Roberts, Nelson; c 5 Har-
land. " "Aiseni ooocn-
AMERICAN HOTEL w.ra ., u n s.
w Chamber, Lynchburg: DIR Crensbsw chsris.
City; Burge, p Thompson. Pete, sbn rg- w (,
Sims, Baltimore E Allatteson; Shermsn vyord
iaii, vermont, L Jones, Alabama; r Stettes James
Williams, Tuckahoe; w A Scruggs, Powhsttan. a
Mack, N Y; R G Thompson, Greene: i = Rnana
Geo Winfree and family, Chesterfield; w /. Dun.
bar, Southampton; Ed A Wilson, Dinwiddie. Jno 4
Selden and lady, Surry.
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(signsd1 EUs. ROBINSON, CLERK.

The ATHEsGUM.-The second lecture of
the course was delivered at the Athen3um on Thurs
day night by Rev. MIR. MOORE His subject was s.Ths
conservative elements of Am ercan civilization" !"
We are not able 20 give such sketch of the lecture
would do 1t justice and shall therefore content our
selves with stating that it pointed out in the rst
place, in most powerful and manly manner, the ma
terializng tendencies of our times, and with great
ents to be found in popular education, and the pur-
ifcation of the popular heart by the influence of
Christianity. The lecture abounded in evidence of
profound thinking and schoarshp; the style
was tere and vigorous; the Illustrations natural
beautiful and apposse and the matter ss well the
manner Of the speaker, WAS peryaded by q tone OF
~ thought and word upon the heart well as mind
of the audience. In the combination Of reason, ar
gument. scholarship ., eloquence, we have rarely
heard the equal Of Mr.. Moore. Would that the
mighty truths and profound thoughts OF his lecture on
ThuIsdsy night coald be spread before the eyes and
sink into the hearts Of ths whole American people,
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DAGUERREOTYPING

IMPORTANT DECISI ON.-MUR-
Il RAYS DAGUERREOTYPES.-T public has
decided that the FLESH TINT DAGUERREO-
TYPES taken by the subscriber, are the most beau
tiful and correct of any 'in the universal word."
Combining every essential requiste-feature, express
sion, color-they be otherwise than perfect
fac smile of nature. The citizens of Richmond and
vicinity respectfully informed that they can OBJ
tain pictures at all times at the well arranged and at
tractive Gallery of JOHN MURRAY,
Eagle Square. Main street, sigu of the Red Flag.
n. B.-Prices very reasonable. Stereoscopic Pic
lures taken in style which cannot be exceeded.
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uNION STEAMSHIP COMPANY's

~ LINE OF sTEAMERs-FoR PHILADEI..
PHIA, EVERY WEDNESDAY, VIA NORFOLK
AND CAPE MAY-Steamer CITY OF RICHMOND
Capt. MITCHELL; Steamer VIRGINIA, Capt TEAL4
and steamer PENNSYLVANIA, Captain BAYMoRg
One of these splendid steamers will leave Richmond
for Philadelphia, every MONDAY and THURSDAY,
at high-water, touching at Cape May to land pas
sengers. Returning. leave Philadelpha every WE'D.
NESDAY and SATURDAY, at 10 O'Clock, A M, un.
til further notice. Hlsfes.5sIg -
Passengers for Cape May will consult their interest
by taking this route, as it s in addition to being the
cheapest, the most expeditions and comfortable
PASSENGERS For New YoRK-We have entered
into arrangements to forward passengers through to
New York, either by cars steamers allowing them
the privilege of remaining in Phiadephia three or
four days, or proceed directly to New York upon
SHIPPERS TO THE WEsT.-Tobscconists desirous
OF shipping to Cincinnati, will please bear in mind
that have made all the necessary arrangements to
forward tobacco through at 60 cents per 100 pounds
Due notice will be always given in all the daily pa
pers IN the city, when the will be ready to
receive freight, and the hour of their sailing
n. B.-Shippers will bear in mind that all bills of
ading must be sent to the wharf at Rocketts to bs
signed before the sailing of the steamers.
Passage through to New York, lst cabin and found.
50; do. do. Cape May, SS do do Philadelphia Ss: do
do. do. Philadelphia, I'd cabin and found, 81. For
freight or passage, apply to
ROBERT RANKIN, Agent, Is
20 Richmond Va on the nork
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H.LAai, oMIIh a. CO., Grocers and

IL Commission Merchants, Gary street, adjoining
Columbian Hotel Richmond. Va, offer for sale New
Orleans Porto Rico, Loaf, Crushed, Powdered and
Coffee Sugars; Porto Rico and Cuba Molasses; Bacon
Fish, Braaggs Family Flour, Oils, Teas Wines and
Liquors, Havana Segars Gilliam,s Wine Sap Tobae-
ana other Soaps. Lamp Wick, Cotton Yarn, Twins.
Packing Yarn, Brooma Buckets, Shot Powder Gun
Caps, Shoe Brushes, Biacking, Matches, Bed Cords
and Wrapping Paper, Spices of all kinds together
with everything else to be found in grocery store
All of which they viii sell at wholesale retail on
accommodating terms.
They will also give strict attention to the sale of
souDtry produce.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

Great excitement. exists at Pond Brook, near Bing
hampton, N. y, in consequence ofthe sudden dis.
appearance of Miss Charlotte Cole and her illegiti
mate child. She had been seduced under promise
of marriage, and her seducer had just married
another. 1t feared that she has destroyed herself
Iii
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vANDAL1sM.-The Erie (pa) Observer saws:

owe are compelled to record piece of vandal-
ism that ought damn to eternal infany its perpe-
traitors. On Thursday morning, the "Old Block
House." situated the eminence commanding the
mouth OF our Bay, was set on fire and burnt
This was the last relic of the war of 1872 at this
point and its destruction is piece of wanton van.
dalsn, that should subject the perpetrator to the
severest punishment"
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On Tuesday last, "a we learn from the Farmville
Journal. the mails and passengers were carried On
the Southside Railroad far as the bridge at that
place-a temporary arrangement having been
made for their conveyance scross the river at
High Bridge.
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DOTANIC PRACTICE OF MEDICINE.

DUIANIC PKACIlCE OE NILOAO1NHA1'
10 DOCTOR E. D. ROBINSON continues 10 oiief
his services to the afflicted, and especially those sur
disease The Dr. has been engaged in the practice OF
medicine twenty years-the last twelve in TINS eiy'
and therefore give satisfactory reference nov nov
Dyspepsia, Rheumatism, Bronchitis; Fiuor AIDus'
Dropsy. Neuralgia, Paralysis Scrofula Liver Sohi m
plant Disease, ofthe Lungs, Fistnia- &c nAgnL os
Persons at distance would do well to come TO tne
city and remain until their health is restored Ex
0fBcs on Franklin between 18th and l4th streets
Secret forms Of disease treated with great success
!
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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.-COV-

IN INGTON AND OHIO RAILROAD.-Propo-
sails win be received at the Office of the Covington
and Ohio Railroad, in Coviugton, until the 10th OF
December next for the graduation and masonry OF
ahont seyenty five miles Of the above road; of which,
the eastern portion comprising ty miles, lies next
west of and the western portion consist
ing of about twenty-five miles, lies between the
Ksuawha River and the mouth of the Big Sandy
large share of the work to be distinguishing bridging
and tunnelling-is heavy and desirable, and IS well
worthy the attention of responsible contractors The
western sections of the above work are now ready
for and the eastern portion VIII be pre-
pared for inspection by the 9th OF December
Further information may be obtained on aPpca-
ton at the company's offices at Covington and Guy
andotte By order of the Board,
CHARLES B. FISK, Chief Engineer.
B.-The Board of Public Works of Virginia,
under whose direction the Covington aud Ohio Rail.
road is to be constructed State account will meet
ar Coyinntou on the 18th of December, above named
for the purpose of receiving and acting on the propo
sails that may then be offered.
Nov 10 1853 no ~ tlooec
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20 MEssRs. EDIToRs-If Mr. Francis Smith
Acting Ticket Agent" who, in card in your paper
OF yesterday seems To be in wrath ith me. intina
ting that tods not born South will again read she pub
himself he will not ind his name mentioaed, aud
bis Agency only referred to as necessary TO com.
plaint was making d9Giast Company. Having
thus as hope, rehe we'd myself from his dspsasure
he will excuse for not answering his argument in
de Sit CHARLES DIMMOCK.
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NUNNS & CLARK'S PLANOS-P. Z

NUNES & CLARK'S PLANOS.-P. II.
IN TAYLOR, sole agent in this city for the sale Of
PLANO FORTES msde by the above named celebrs.
ted makers is constantly receiving elegant and plain
PIANOS from their extensive and long established
mandatory
They combine all the modern improvements, and
are renowned for keeping In tune.
- The public are cautioned to observe that
the title of the firm is EUNNs CLARK.
Old Pianos taken in part pay for new
Guitars, Eiolins, Aceordeons and Flutes Also, 0ul-
tar and Violin Strings of the best quality.
r. II. T. has in store ths largest stock Of new and
standard Music to be found south of Baltimore and Ia
In the weekly receipt of all the and fashienabla
music of the day. liberal discount made TO schools
and dealers. PLANO AND MUSIC STORE,
au leo Main street
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

SAW MANUFACTORY, 10th Street,
= between Main and Cary streets Richmond. Va
TOLAED & BURGER, Practical SAP ManNdetu,
rers, are now prepared to manufacture SAWS oi
every description. g.
give satisfsc:ion-f rot they Will be exchanged OF
The mercy refunded. /. ,
SAWS that have been heated or sprung Dy ruh'
nin1 rensired and warranted to be as good as new'
Repairins of all kinds done at the shortest notce'
-frnf
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NOTICE TO MERCHANTS, sTRAN-

~ GERS AND OTHERS visiting Richmond this
Season-The subscriber would most respectfully call
the attention of all in want of BOOTS, SHOES.
IKuNhe, CAhfET BAGS, tALisES, &C., to his
low any house in this section of country either
wholesale retail. at
ord to those wishing to purchase BOOTS and
SHOES expressly for their own use: He will take
this method of stating that his stock will be found
not SUPERIOR certainly not inferior any in the South.
country, comprising both of his own manufacturo
and of the best New York; Philadelphia and Eastern
work. Also all kinds Ladies', Gentlemen's Misses
and Boys Boots aud Shoes made to order in the best
and most fashionable manner, by
ALEXANDER HILL
At his Old Stand. No I27 Main ~
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

THEATRE.-The play of the " Willow
CoPse" will be presented again at the Theatre to-
night. 1t would be almost useless for MS to say TO
our readers that it is play of extraordinary merit
but we will advise those who have not seen IT, to i'm
prove this last opportunity. Mr. Couldock, in Luke
Fielding, is great He rivets the attention of the
audience to that extent that pin might be heard to
drop on the floor of the house - :
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AsPEA-Bushosd Harris. recently convicted in
Person Co., n c., Of the murder Of Winfree has
taken an appeal Tho Milton Ds~scraf learns that
Harris profeasss to have made his peace with the
Savior Of mankind.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

track of land containing not quite six acres,
belonging to Capt 7. w. Savage. near charlosses-
vile, was sold on Saturday last for s635. Ten
years ago it was purchased for $40 per acre.
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The BUNYAs TABLEAU1, at Odd Fellows

THE BUEYAN TABLEAUx, at Odd Fellows
Hail, attracts much attention. The subject of this
work OF ART so familiar to every one. nust inevitably
possess much interest. Even the child who has pc.
Tused, with delight the pages of Pilgrims Progress
land what child has not!l will find in this picture
much to admire and reflect upon We are quite sure
lighted - % % l'.>
1t Is stated that an exhibition will be given this af
ternoou. All the little folks should attend
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ALMOST FArAL Acc1pENr,-Las Last night |

ALMOST FATAL AccIpEsT.--Last night
Mr. w Scott son of our respected touasman, r. G.
guar accident. Being in Mr.. J. B. Rrsckenridge's
ROOM on 18th street. and feeling thirsty, he picked
supposed to be water, but which proved to be mix
ture of nitric and sulphurc acid. AS soon as the
draught was swallowed, the mistake w as discovered,
and scian sent for who administered the neces
sary antidote, and the pat mt thought to be
of danger at O'Clock. The mixture alluded to was
prepared by Mr.. B. for scientific experiments with
the gaiyanic battery.
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THEArRE.-MRs. HowARp Cox,rc

THEATRE.-MRs. Howard CoarNc.-We
are glad to learn that Mrs CHARLES HowARn will
appear IN our Theatre Monday night-the first of
snort engagement which she has made with the
manager She Is great favsrite with the PLAYS
OF this city, and she will no doubt be welcomed by an
oyerhowing house. She is one of the most spirited
ana actresses Of the day. and for her stature
mas more animation and histrionic genius than any
actress we know We shall be truly gratltied to be.
hold her bright and gay face again. -,
It Is due to Mr.. GRIFFITHs, whose benefit was to
come on next week, to state that he consented to
postpone it to give place to Mrs. HowARDs engage
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TyHE subscriber having lust returned from

THE subscriber having just returned from
L N. York with splendid assortment of GOODS,
selected by himself from the New York, Philadelphia
and the public generally to call and examine his
stock, amongst which may be found all qualities and
sosg; Sf ETsss Enss and american CLOTHS
Paris Fancy Cassimeres
Crystal Palace do; Granite Mills
Velvet, plush, silk and raerino Festings
Granadine silk and plush velvets
Plush palm do
Paris silk do
Dress Shirts and Collars merno Shirts and Drawers
Gloves Socks Suspenders Cravats, Searfs Ties
Pocket Hdkfs, Washington and Napoleon Cravsts,
READT-MADE DEPARTMENT.
Super BLACK, brown, olive and green Dress and
Pants and Vests Of ell styles and qualities
Kossuth and Lamartine Over Coats
Esquimaux Wrappers, English Whitney
Blue, black and brown Over Sacks
Petersham Over Sacks, all colors
=. Turkish Smoking Gowns
Gents velvet Morning do. it
Do. travelling Shawis
Do. snow-storm Scarfs, &c: &c.
oc2s No. 100, corner Main and Governor To- % sts.
TX ENT, PAINE & KENT, IMPOR-
DRY GOODS, FoURTEENTa STREET. RicH. RI Il.
M0ND.-By the various steamers and packet ships
from London, Liverpool, Glasgow and Havre, we are
receiving our mportations of Foreign DRY GOODS
for the Fall trade all Of which were purchased in the
principal British and Continental merket during the
past Summer by senior partner entirely for asa
and at prices at which they cannot be duplicated
9u- stock embraces unusual variety of FANCY
and STAPLE GOODS of British, French and Ger
man manufacture, selected with particular reference
to the trade of Virginia, North Carolina and Ten
nessee.
We have also in store full assortment of Domestic
GOODS, the whole comprising the most extensive
and splendid stock of DRY GOODS ever exhibited
in Virginia. We have also q complete stock OF
READY-MADE CLOTHING, which ia much larger
than usual, and il entirely of Richmond mangfactlye
gotten up in the best manner, both regards
and workmanship.
We respectfully solicit call from merchants visit.
ing this Market and have only say that cur Goods
,oiu be sold ioo the Goods ever sold In aap
market in tais eoEatyr.
au q KENT, PAINE & KENT
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

MORE WFE-WHIPPIsG.-Robert Boyle
baker and confectoner between 2Sd and 24tb
was yesterday brought before the Mayor on the
charge OF whipping his wife without provocation
Inc charge was clearly proved, and defaulBpf bail
r Boyle was sent to jail to keep company with Mr.
Meeks, where both these meek husbands may calmly
contemplate the happiness and joys of temperance
and conjugal affection. - - -
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THE DAILY DISPATCH

~ The circulation Of the Daily Dispatch exceeds
combined.
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VFNERAL AGENCY FOR THE HIR-

A Y En- EhAL AULNO I - am1o,1H ~
CT AIMS Ann THE SELLING OF PRODUCE
The subscriber has taken office on Governor ST.
two doors from the Of that and Main opposite
anv and ali who may entrust their business with
him; in the discharge Of which he promises the
most faithful attention and refers to the gentlemen
"n0'0 N"Ae' 90 JAMES D. ELLETT.
RErERENcEs-Judge John A. Meredith Jqdge
VIM W. Crump James Lyons, Esq. Messrs' 4oooln ssi
Dudley & johnson, Messrs. n. B. c. b. Hin, ano
NassrS 2 II Dirkinson & Brother. oc 24-dts
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~ like, finely finished portrait or miniature OF
relative or friend severed from by distance death
who would not prize aud desire to possess! clear
rich toned durable Daguereotype is an object rarely
SEEN But MOULSON'S Pictures withstand the test
of time and are pronounced by the highest authority
unsurpassed on either side the Atlantic.
Our price for one of these fine Portraits is only
ONE DOLLAR complete, and warranted to please
or sale. =. ~,
Strangers and citizens are cordially invited to call
and examine specimens. -<,,,,,x -,
and Side Light Daguerrean Gallery 10 Main street.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

An unusual revival of religion ia in progress
among the Baptists of Shenandoah. 1hirty.two
persons were baptised last Sunday.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

A lot of Virginia hogs arrived in Farnville on
Tuesday last, which the owner disposed of at
$3.50
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

The last dog story is from fayetteville, Arkansas
where farmers dog has been detected in going to
the hoy at night and biting one OF the hogs till
ne al when "Archy = lies down in the warm
plac. @ oes to sleep.-Boston Post.
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4 ". NELSON, Merchant Tailor, and

NJ w. NELSON, Merchant Tailor, and
1Sa Dealer in Fashionable Ready-Made CLOTH
On hard and for sale, full assortment Of GENTLE.
MEMS READY-MADE CLOTHING of every de-
scliption Also a beautiful assortment of Cloths
Csssiuleres and Vestirgs which viii be made IN to
order on the shortest notice and the eccommo-
daring terms snc in q manner which cannot be sur
passed By any otner establishment IN the city. Cit
sens and strangers are respectfully invited to call as
feel confident that can give the most perfect Sd
tstsction.
All kinds of Cutting done and warranted TO fit.
FURNISHING ARTICLES, of all kinds, for sale
et reduced price. oc Sim
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rRICE ONE CENT,

Edw.rd mw.HfrrrsG ,AsD yAcArorn,.
twelve monssa wa. yesterdsv ~, ~ -,
havior He wss y asf.alt cf $50. bail for seod s ior
SSnd. and md ssa,.1 e the shrss
Ins testimony shhowsd she WIZ q his VIE
sy ss. ssssss..s sa MAJ ~s. =.
port herself and them raa saa son contrived to sur.
qusnily sent to jail for HE bad been f
III s e. Il. soms ss.ss
and he immediately re-commeuessa and hs wife sick,
beating her and his little daushe, @ @orutaiifies by
who works at cotton factory. hesfinr t Ittic
had returned, remained away from ! mat his father
wretched by the presence of the man aosne se made
have been the protector and supporter Of m should
The testimony proved that the cendncs ~ inmates
was extremely brutal, and it - pity that ts ks
did not provide q more severe pnnishmeut e. Avs Avs
than that gentle one imposed BY the Mayor h nm ~
fault of the $500 bail. oe-
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

No licenses have been granted in Raleigh during
the present year for the retail of Intoxicating
drinks
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TsHE subscriber has just received from
Il New York Phiadelph and Baltimore, the best
CLOTHS, CASSIMERES and NESTlNGS to be
found In those markets. which he win make mp on
reasonable and In the most fashionable style
he begs share Of public patronage. Examine for
yourself
READY MADE CLOTHING of every quality,
Richmond manufacture, "a cheap as Ut any other
novse In the city.
Gentlemen's FURNISHING GoopS In great va
rety. w. ID. BENSON,
Sc Is liG Main ut.
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SErTLEMENr OF LEGAL QUEsTIoN.-A lat,
Oregon paper says

OF AVd1 NtOAo
Oregon paper says
"a case came Up lately il the District Court OF
Clatsop county, in which Judge Ollney decided
that the purchase of according to Indian CUSTOM
and cohabitation with an Indian woman, the par
ties having formed union for life in good faith
was legal marriage without ceremony. The
case was that the children of Calvin Tibbts claim
ed to be his hers but other relatives contested the
claim on the ground that they were llegitimate.-
The evidence was, that Tibbits, at an early day,
took 70 wife native woman, Louisa, in the custom
ary mode, that is by purchase from her friends
and settled with her claim upon the Clatsop
Plains, where they kept house and carried on a
farm, and accumulated property. living and cohab
ring together In all respects as married couple.
and were visited associated with, and spoken Of
and treated as such by their friends and neghbors
until his death, which was soon followed by her
death, leaving the two children who were the plain
tits in this suit
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

Mr.. James Griggs, highly respected citizen o
Jefferson county. died last week
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1853-12-03

The Irish laborers at the tunnel, who struck for
al advance of wages, have all returned to their
work