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The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1853-11-24
Horticulture in California.

1t is now, We believe, a universally
conceded fact, that the agricultural ca
pacities of California are equal to those
of any port of the world The geniality
Of her climate is only equalled by the
fertility of her soil; and its extraordinary
adaptation to nearly every variety Of veg
etablo and farinaceous production. Ev-
cry day developes some evidence Of the
fact that even with partial and unsclen-
tifc culture this State can now produce
larger bulk of vegetable materials, IN Ike
space, than any country now Known
There is now growing, in the garden OF
Mr.. Cromwell, says an interior paper, at
the mouth of Granite Greek, one and
half miles below Coloma, mammoth
squash measuring seven feet in clrcum-
ference. twenty-three and a half inches in
diameter, sixteen and a half inches III
depth, and weighing one hundred and
ten pounds.
From the same vine was pulled anoth-
er squash, measuring five feet four inches
in circumference, twenty-onc inches IN
diameter, fifteen inches in depth, and
weighs seventy-three pounds. There are
also seven others, now upon the same
vine, weighing from fifty to sizty-dVe
pounds
On the same patch Of ground, several
nutmeg MELONS grew this season, weigh
inc eleven pounds each. Radishes, eigh
teen inches in length and five and a half
inches in diameter Two years last
spring, Mr.. c. put in a few peach seeds,
and ho has now from them four very fine
trees, that have borne fruit this season
of the finest flavor ard size. One Of
these trees 5 over twelve feet in height
and ten in breadth. Apple shoots have
grown FIVE feet in height this season.
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PoIsoNoUs.-Dr. f. y. Anderson, OF
Wilmongton, \, c, relates in DIR. Hays
Journal twelve marked cases OF lead
poisoning, produced, without question,
from drinking the water carried to GER
tain mill site through 2,OOO feet of lead
pipe. The disease, besides the other
characteristics, presented in each instance
the blue lines around the gums and teeth,
and the lead was satisfactorily detected
by chemical tests in water
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VOL. IL.
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The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1853-11-24

Friends are as companions on jour
ney, who ought to aid each other to per
severe in the road to happier life.
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1853-11-24

The snake may reach the eminence as
certainly as the eagle, but he reaches it
bv crawling, snd he still remains snake,
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1853-11-24

The shadow Of a human life is traced
upon golden ground of immortal hope.
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1853-11-24

By abstaining from most things, 1t is
how many things we enjoy.
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1853-11-24

IF there was no future life, our souls
would not thirst for it.
The Jeffersonian. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1853-1911, 1853-11-24

How few there are who live up to their
own power of being useful.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20
General Assembly Of Virginia.
SENATE.

FRIDAY, Dec. l6, 1853.
Prayer by the Rev. Mr.. Reed of the Presby
terrain Church.
A communication from the House of Delega-
ties read, and the bills transmitted Herewith
was read and referred
Mr. Logan, from the Committee of Courts of
Justice, reported several bills, among them
defining the power of Aldermen of corporations.
Mr.. Deneale, from the Committee on Roads,
&c, reported bills in relation to the West Union
turnpike company; concerning the Fairmont
and West Union turnpike company; authorizing
the construction of another track by the Central
Railroad Company from the City of Richmond
to point east of the town of Charlottesville;
thorizing State subscription to the National
Railroad Company and for Il branch of the Gov
ington and Ohio Railroad by Scarys creek to
Point Pleasant.
Mr.. Fausten, from the Committee on Lunatic
Asylums, reported bill requiring that the boxes
&c, containing quack medicines, shall have a
libel on which the ingredients thereof shall be
printed in English.
Resolutions were proposed by
Mr.. Steenrod, reporting House bill No. 824 of
last session, establishing special Court of APP
peals.
Mr.. Martin, reporting Senate bin No. 1879 of
last session. providing for general system of
banking.
Mr.. Roger, changing the Armory establish
ment into public school, for the education of
the INDECENT children of this commonwealth.
Mr.. smith, reporting Senate bill No. 3l4 of
last session, providing for more securely and eff
feetually heating the capitol.
Mr.. Harris, amending the charter of the Dora
Coal and Iron Company.
MIR. Irving called up the joint resolution
ported by the select committee, on the memorial
of Thomas j. Massie, yesterday 1t proposes
instructions to our Congressional delegation to
secure the passage of law amending the act of
1852, so AS to give the benefit of the pension
law to officers of the Continental as well as State
line. The resolution agreed to.
BILLS PASSED.
An act Incorporating the Russell Mining and
Manufacturing company.
The calendar was then taken up, and all the
bills therein advanced.
On motion of Mr.. Campbell,the Senate adjourn
ed.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20

mttees for investigation. tine subject referred
i of tartieular interest. six: whether il be not
expedeni 10 provide for the appointment of
Commission tn re sise the Pubic Statutes of the
rntc, states. mud report them in an improved
form 10 Congress Tor if final action. The ques-
ton is before the Committee on the Judiciary.
In the House Of Representatives bill was IN
troduced which proposes to make grant OF pub
lie lands 10 the several States and Territories Tor
the benefit OF INDECENT insane persons. This hu-
name object was under consideration at the last
session, and lost for want of time.
A bill was also presented TO extend the dement's
of the pension laws to all persons serving IN the
war of 1872 and Indian wars prior thereto Tins
l. subject of interest to many thousands.
Many bills were introduced. amongst which
were several for grants of lands for railroads.
An inquiry was ordered in reference to the ex-
pediency and necessity of raising two or more
regiments of mounted troops for the protection OF
the frontier
A resolution was adopted directing inquiry to
be made az to the authority by which an officer OF
the army is employed to superlntend the Capitoi
Extension. and by what authority certain altera-
tons have been made in the plan of building.
An important resolution submitted IN re-
ference to the surplus revenue and reduction OF
import duties; which was laid over for debate.
Mr. Benton, with considerable grace, declined
the place of chairman of the Military Committee.
Mr. Bissell, of Illinois, was appointed to preside
over the committee.
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HOUSE, OF DELEGATES.

FRIDAY, Dec. l6, 1853
MIR. Speaker Crutchiield appeared in the chair
to-day, and took occasion on doing SO, to tender
his thanks to the House for its indulgence, and
for its expression of sympathy in his recent af-
Fiction. This he did in most appropriate lam
guage, evidently under the influence of deep emo
ton.
A communication was received from the Sem
ate, announcing that they had passed the bills
entitled, IAN act to amend the 9th section of
chapter l5S of the Code of Virginia, so as to ex-
tend the jurisdiction of circuit courts at their spe-
cal terms, and to repeal the act passed 10th
January 1883, entitled AN act to amend the 9th
section of chapter l5s of the Code of Virginia.
(No. 3 j and AN act to amend the 18th section
of chapter IS of the Code of Virginia, SO as to
authorize the committing of the estates of unat-
les to Sheriifs and Sergeants when committees
appointed by the Courts fail to qualify, (No. A.
The said bills were referred to appropriate
committees:
Committees made reports, among them one
from the Committee ON banks, by Mr.. Mayo, re-
porting the Senate BILL ito Incorporate the Com
mercial Savings Bank of the City of Richmond -
which was passed with amendment-( merely
verbally
BILLS PASSED.
The following bills were read a third time and
passed;
A bill for the relief of Andrew Crolly
A bill for the relief of Lieutenant Colonel Ran
dolph.
A bill for the relief of II. G.. Anderson.
A bill for the relief of Teakle w. Jacob.
Resolutions of a local and private character were
offered, adopted, and appropriately referred.
On motion of Mr.. Hancocke of Charlotte, the
House adjourned.
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COMMUNICATED.
To the Tobacco Manufacturers of Virginia

The present condition of the tobacco market of
the United States demands the most serious CON
sideration OF every one in any way connected
with it, but especially of those engaged in man
ufacturing. Sufficient is now known of the re-
suit of the current years labors, to establish the
fact that the great expansion, which took place in
the beginning of the year, in the manufacturing
department has thrown upon the market at al
most every important point, excess of the
lower grades of manufactured tobacco-far ex
ceeding not only the current but even any extra
ordinary demand that can be hoped for within
any reasonably short period certainly not be-
fore the very inferior crop of the present year
VIII be crowdng upon the already startlingly
large amount of inferior and worthless stock wit,
which the market is now burthened
VIII not now pause to enter into n detail of
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20

THE CALoRIo SHIP ERICssoN.-The problem
as to the success of the Ericsson approaches n
solution. The engine is nearly finished that
trial trip will probably be made from N. York on
next Tuesday or Wednesday. The Journal of
Commerce says that experiments already made
show that the desired amount of pressure may be
easily obtained, and full reliance is had that the
ship will attain speed equal to at least nine
miles an hour. 1t is also said that it has been de-
termined to place the Ericsson on the route be-
tween New York and Havre, as an Independent
steamer, to replace the temporary vacancy oeca-
stoned by the destruction of the Humboldt
Sun 9Th
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spEcIAL NOTICE.


Temnerance Notice. Tie friends o l''ehbiio-
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Dill. possesses specific action a the nervous -!-el mo
I,bo,el ties are prepared especially Tor tie purpose o.
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,er.ons afflicted with week nerves, or wa1e nervous
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each box. Price 81 per box, or Tor NV" heNes -
Persons out of The city enclosing remittance VIII have
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CONGRESS-TnuRspAY.


SENATE.--yarious memorials were presented
and referred.
Mr.. Hamlin gave notice of his intention toi
troduee a French spoation bill
Mr.. Gwin introduced n bill authorizing the
judges of the northern and southern districts OF
California to alternate, in case of sickness or 9TH
rer disability; which was referred to the commit
tee on the Judiciary, on motion OF Mr.. Petit.
After short executive session, the Senate
adjourned until Monday next.
HOUSE OF REPREsENrATIyEs.-Mr. Dawson
introduced the homestead BILL which was refer
red to the Committee of the Whole House on the
stnte of the Union. Mr.. Sages joint resolution
for the purchase of the Mount Vernon estate
elected considerable debate, but was not disposed
of.
Regarding this resolution and debate the SEN
tinel says:
The opposition onthe part of some gentlemen
more to the phraseology of the resolution
than to the object contemplated 1t authorized
the Secretary of the Interior to purchase the es-
tate on the best terms he could, provided Virgin
ia would cede her jurisdiction over the territory.
1t was said by several of the representatives from
that State that this she had already refused
The resolution was modified, as to make the
purchase matter of inquiry with a view to fu-
ture action; but it was not disposed of previous
to the adjournment. The estate is now private
property; and the owner we learn, would sell to
the general government for sufficient pecunary
consideration.
The bill of the Senate to regulate the disburse-
ment of the contingent fund was read twice, and,
after debate, was referred to the Committee of
Ways and Means The bill of the Senate, pro-
yding that the Assistant Secretary of the Treas
ury be appointed by the President of the United
States, led to long debate; and without disposing
of the question the House adjourned till Monday.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20
WASHINGTON HOUSE Arrivals.

sc Burks Car ,linu; y Reese Bedford; s Fer.
nyhough. Rthmonl; d Steptoc, Redfo. C C StricL
land, Danville; Henry Cox, Buckins hmm; james A
Cluv, Bedori; o J. Bell, do: B + Thompson Lee; w
A Greer Franklin Smith, Montgomery, Peter
COPELAND, d,; Chas Antlory and son, Bedford; r w
Eaum. Giles; Smith, Campbell; b f Smith, 20;
w Nowln. do Jas j Jones' d.; Sam Whtton, dc;
+ Jones' Apnnmnttox
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20
A FAIR

The Ladies of the 4th Street Methodist Church
propose holding FAIR during the Christmas
holidays to commence on the night of the Goth.
The Pastors of the different Churches in the
city, together with the Editors of the newspa-
pers, are respectfully invited to attend, free of
charge.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20


THE MADRID AFFAIR.--The Paris correspon-
dent of the London Chronicle gives account of
the personal difficulty lately mentioned in the for
nexed particulars--for what they are worth.
..Priyate letters from Madrid speak of an affair
which took place in that capital on the tete day of
St. Eugene, and which has not resulted in an af-
fair of honor. Saturday week being the .fete day
of st. Eugene, the Marquis de Turgot, the French
Ambassador at Madrid, gave ball, which
attended by all that is brilliant in the Spanish
capital in the shape of nobility and diplomacy
Among the guests were the Duke of Alba, the
brother law of the Empress of the French, and
Mr.. Soue, son of the newly appointed Minister
of the United States. In the course of the eve
ming Mr.. Soule, jr, while walking through the
ball room with Mrs. Perry, the wife of the u. S.
Secretary of Legation, over heard the Duke of
Alba (who has recently been in Paris, and is
therefore judge of ladies' dress) make some
oontemptuous remarks on the style of dress adop-
ted by the wife of theAmerican Minister, (moth
er of young Soule.) 1t appears that the lady had
adopted costume which is not quite la mode
de Madrid, in so far that il covered her person
up to the throat The remark of the Duke was,
There goes Mary of Burgundy Mr. Soule, on
hearing the contemptuous expression, left the la
dy with whom he was walking, aud going up to
the Duke informed him gull etdit an cdnaifle
and accompanied this piece of information with
push. Great excitement ensued, and Mr..
Soules father having interfered, took away the
young man, who subsequently addressed chal-
lenge to the Duke, which has not yet been accep-
tedn
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20

The Mexican Government, IL i said. viii de-
mand the punishment Of the banditti engaged IN
the marauding expedition against La Paz. II ap-
pears that after they murdered seven Mexieans'
aud wounded many others. they fled. Gen Hitch
cock and the various collectors on The Pae'he
have already received orders to arrest them
wherever found
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20

Bailie Peyton our late Minister 10 Chill Inns Ia
ken mp his residences in San Francisco. lie has
formed law partnership with William Daer' for
merly of New York. and recently Consul nt
Valparaiso under the late Administration.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20


SALE OF REAL EsTATE.--A part Of the proper
ty belonging To the estate of X. Tyree, decd, adj
yertised for sale at Auction yesterday, was sold
at the following rates
The House and lot on Main ST., near the War
wick House, formerly occupied by X. Tyree, "A
feet trout, by I32, at 4ls5 per foot. Bought by
Jno ii. Tyre.
The Carriage Factory and lot at the lower end
of Main ST., in the occupancyof Jno. H. Bailey,
25 feet, front by i32, at $3.50. Bought by Jno.
II. Bailey.
Farmers Hotel, on Main st. 9th Alley, bought
by saml. Tyree, at $4,000.
Lumber House. on the Canal, occupied by Fay
cite steptoe, bought by Moses Lacy, ut s6,5oo
aud vacant lot, CD feet front, adjoining above
bought by same, at s2,625.
The Tobacco Factory and lot Mt the lower end
of Main street. Ali feet by 132, Mt S2,750.-
Bought by Mark Anthony; and a vacant lot ad-
joinig same by Chas. Simpson, Mt 1850.
The lot Of 1hos. A. Holcombe decd, "a feet
front by 49, and adjoining the first mentioned
house and lot, also sold-brought S;s200-bought
by j. II. Il S. Tyree.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20

A correspondent Of the Richmond Enquirer,
states that the number of students at William
aud Mary College, this session, is seventy four,
being fourteen more than at the same time last
session.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20
q $685. 90

Showing business unprecedented in Lite Insurance.
The annual dividends average onethir the pre-
MUM paid. thus making the actual cost very low
a iw d"lais paid asnuay hundreds or
thousands Ia the policy holder
~ Persons iwl.snhbnig can obtain blanks
ii Dr.. Nm. s. Morris. Med cn Adviser f,r lie Com
pany. nov IS dSr3ml
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20

In the Senate. on Thursday, Mr. Mason pre-
scented petition from the Alexandria, Loudenn
and Hampshire Railroad Company, asking per
mission h. extend their railroad into the city OF
Washinrfnn
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20
Christmas Presents.

A the time for the interchange Of friendly tokens of
L n regard and affection ia at hand and merry Christ
mas and Happy New Year. consider ed such up.
proprnte occasions for bestowing cherished friends
something which will recall mind, with in.
creased vividness The love in memory of the donor,
may be well 10 remind those who contrm land who
do not presenting some loved with hing real
|, valuable, that in all the whole catalougr of Bou
there is nothing which is so surely und invariably appe
cated The counterfeit presentment of the giver in The
tofm Of dagnerreotype especially when inken in TAN
MRS inimitable sy,e, and placed in OF The hume
beautiful and Fancy Pnpier Mnche, Velvet P.ail
and Tortoise she'll Pcte Mnhnaie Cases in an ee-
gant Locket, Bracelet, Finger Ring, Breast Pin, II
most choice tmen. OF which have Just received
expressly foy the Holidays, exhibition the
New Popular Daguerrean Gallery,
on Main Street, Immediately over Vim. II. Mo,b, Auc-
ton Room.
Is. Particular pains taken give correct likeness
and artistic pictures Storeoseopic and coloured Da
enerre"types may be had in superior STYLE by those who
desire them Don't mistske The place MAIN STREET
3RD DOOR FROM BRIDGE Sr.
GEO. w MINIS,
s TANNER
dec H-ts PraottcH Dagney1 eotypists.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20
OBITUARY.

Died at his residence, in this city, ON the 18th
inst, Mr.. CALEB JOHNSON, in the 9th year of
his age.
~ Lexington, (Ky.) and Missouri papers
Dlaase
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20

DEBT OF TExAs.-A resolution, the New Or
leans Picayune states, has been introduced into
the Texas Legislature, declaring what is known
as the scaling system-as the fixed policy of the
State. A bill has also been introduced fixing the
LIST of July, 1855, as the period before which the
holders of the public debt who have been ad-
judged to have lien on the five million fund.- re-
served Eby the United States. as creditors to
whom the duties on imports pledged, shall
file the releases required by the provso of the
boundary act, or their claims shall be annulled
and cancelled. Judging by the tone Of the Off
cial paper, the Austin Gazette, these compulsory
measures to bring the creditors to final settle
ment speedily are likely to pass both Houses.
The Wings in the Georgia Legislature have re-
solved upon standing up firmly to Judge Dawson
for their candidate, at the next Senatorial Elec-
ton. There is not more efficient. or an ADLER
friend Of the interests Of Georgia, than Judge
Dawson. In and out Of his State, his public ca
Ger is universally and justly appauded.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20
LIFE ms ANCE.
Mutual Benefit Company

nFFICE at the Bo * Stare of KNOWLES x WAL
" FORD, corner of Main and llth streets, RICH
MOND. Va. Is. W KNOWLES, Agent.
After ayng a loses and expenses the receipts OF This
company ON the LIST July 1853. amour ted 10
q 536 sly 80
Faid in dividends IL the insured 360921 40
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OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.

The business done in the Senate was mostly of
preparatory character, consisting of the refer
ence of private claims and other subjects to COM
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1853-12-20

SMALL NoTEs.-A bill recently before the Sc
nate Of South Carolina to legaze the circulation
of notes of less denomination than five dollar,
ISSUED by banks of other States has been lost.