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Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

MARYEsSD.-The Message OF the Governor of Mary
la I'd represents the finances of that State to be in the
1stgratng condition. The whole debt OF the State
is 260 65s 81 less the present amount of the sinking
fund This land, which formed for the redemption
OF the public debt anonntedto 5272s075 Al on the lst
OF December 1852 increase Of S7427s "a on the year
1851. Other receipts to be paid viii swet to 80
10000 S. Ia view OF the favorable condition of the fl
naoees aud the additions made the taxable property
in the State BY the recent assessment, the Governor
eommends that a reduction in the general State taxes
soad be made, but especially that the stamp tax
should be repealed.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

Rail Road Accident.-We regret to learn that
three ofthefre ghtcars en- the Virginia and Tonnes
see Rail Road, were. on Saturday evening thrown
from the track, by coming in coatact with cow.
The train was very long one, having on over one
thousand barrels of -four ana some salt from
Washington county. They were detained by
the accident some five hours. Nobody was in-
jured No very material damage was done we
believe, to the cars-though about 80 barrels of
-four were lost.-Lynch. Express.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13
Local lntellisence~"City Affairs, &c

OLE BULL.-Tho sudden illness of this colo.
'rased 'iolinist has carried much disappointment
among some of our fair friends. We are happy
10 learn, however, that he will arriv in town on
Saturday. withoutfni EVery7sea for his first con.
cert, to be given Monday evening, has been sold
messrs. Nash &c Woodhouse, who had the sale of
the tickets inform us that all returned on Tues.
day and Wednesday were Immediately bought
oy others; indeed The demand ia still very great.
An immense number OF seats for the second
concert lin case there should be one) have been
applied for, and applications are made hourly
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13
ooh! tell me. where is Fancy brsd."

To be will, with the greatest imaginable plea
No. IA Main street. is tho llace Fancy Bread,
by the cart load may be obtained there: and Cakes too
if report DO true. The keeper spirit of the
establishment, being from "the land O. cakes" it would
bs strange indeed il he failed suit the taste or tickle
the palate Of the public. But, badinag aside we tax
pleasure directing the attention of lovers good bread
and who is mott to the notice of Messrs. Adam &
Granme.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

INSULT TO Mr.. GLADsToNE.-The Hon. Mr.
Gladstone, who replied to Mr.. Disraeli on the
night OF the defeat of the British Ministry. and
who is Conservative of the Sir Robert Peef
school, while sitting Ia the room OF the Carlton
Tory Club, of which he was member, was
surrounded by number of other members and
openly denounced as unworthy of membership.
The insult was completed by the members crler-
ing lights i'll another room and leaving Mr.. Glad
stone in the Club chamber.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13
agricultural Capacity of California.

Those who entertain the opinion that tho re-
sources of California consist mainly in her min
eral wealth, labour under an egregious error. Her
agricultural capabilities equaled only by her
auriferous products. So far from the soil being
barren and sterile, much of the table land aud all
the valleys possess wonderful fertility and adap.
tation easy cultivation. 1t ia true, large por.
ton of the State in the latter part of the dry
season, appears to be incapable Of producing any
thing, yet we assured by those acquainted
with the country, that this soil, if sown
with wheat or barley soon after the rainy sea-
sets in, yields the most assonis hing crops. As
proof of this, look at the results below. San
Francisco corresp ondent Of the N. Y. Herald
says that an Ayr icuural Exhibition was held
in tho city of Sacramento in October last, at
which astonishing productions of the soil
were exhibited. The following tho weight
and dimensions of some of them:
Squsshes weighing l0s lbs. and feet eight inches in
circumference.
Pumpkins weighing ITO lbs, and feet in crcumfer-
snce
Watermeons weighing from 36 to "A lbs, and from Fl
to 81 feet in circumference.
Beets weighing from 80 to 40 bs and 40 inches in cir
cumference. and one beet "A feet long
Cabbage weighing 30 lbs ard a. inches in circumfef
ence.
Tarnips weighing 10 lbs,, and "a inches in crcumfer
ence.
Potatoes weighing All lbs, several sacks of them
which averaged lbs each.
Onions weighing Il los, aud 20 inches in circumfer
ence.
Corn 30 feet high from fed of 1.-Two acres, averaging
so bushels to the
Samples of wheat averaging SO bushels per acre. and
barley averaging from IS to Toe bushels per acre.
Incredible as the above account may seem it is none
the less true for of the products mentioned were
and examined by your correspondent, much to
his surprise this description of them that Of YOU
readers.
Only think of watermelon weighing forty
four pounds, and 81 feet in circumference! Old
Hanover must hide her diminished head now
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

THE CUBAN AUTHORITIES AND THE AFFAIR
OF THE Crescent CITY-In the New Orleans
Bee of the Sd inst, We find the following state.
ment, very important, if true !:
The Havana Journals announce that Queen
Isabel approves. without reserve, the line OF
duet pursued by the Captain General, Canedo, in
the affair of the Crescent City.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

- The name OF Mr.. Rice, the Delegate from
Westmoriand, was enormously printed Price
10 our report Of yesterdays proceedings of the
Legislature.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

"PARRow's JENNY LIND MINsTRELs," per
form in Lynchburg to- morrow night. They gave
several entertainments in this city the past week,
and acquitted themselves to the entire satisfac-
ton Of large andrespectable audiences. We
bespenk for them fair hearing in the city of
hills
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

PROBABLE WREcK.-A trunk has bes, s,,,d
on Lynn Haven beach, with papers in it. show
ing it to have belonged to the captain of the schr
Patmos, of New York, bound to Petersburg O
Richmond with a cargo of railroad iron.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

There is said to be soma saIk in Washington
among Democratic members of Congress- about
the propriety of establishing an independent De-
mocratic paper in that city.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

The Washington correspondent of the New
York Herald says the following is the resolution
which has been agreed upon by Senators, based
upon Mr.. Soule's suggestion to that etfect
Resolved That a OF ten millions OF dollars be set
apart out any funds ia the treasury not other ap
propriaed and placed the disposal of the Presi-
dent for the purpose of enabling him. during the recess
of Congress. such exigences may arise out
ofthose momenous connected with the present
state of the relations OF this country with the other
powers of the earth Table, account OF their charac
ter and compile xitv to prassn themselves from hour
hour Tor practical a nd immediate consideration"
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

ONLYoSK REAsoN-Horace Mann in his lecture or
Woman, says 81 see but why woman sh ould
preach tho spell and that is that it is
thousand times better go about practising the
Lhan even to preach it,
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

Gov. Coss AND THE CABIsET.-A paper
having been circulated for signatures in WASH
}ngton, ugging the appointment of Gov, Cobb, OF
Sia. to a place in the Cabinet. that gentleman has
written 10 his friend. ia the Federal metropolis.
as foIIows:-..I am unwilling that any thing shall
he done by nv friend. in Was lington, that shall
place ns or seem to place me. in tho attitude
Of an applicant to Gen. Pierce for place 10 his
Cabinet lean neu>r consent 10 occgpy that Pos'-
fiOn
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

The Hon Charles z. Stuart member ofthe House Of
Repres natives has been elected to the United States
Senate by the Michigan Legislature. in place of Hon
Alpheus Fslch, whose term will expire the 4th Of
March
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

GREAT EXCITEMENT SALE9i, 0aIJ. The Treasurer
o. Coluabiana county Ohio, having called the Both
Instant uponthe Salem ank for assessed several
tmss and bsing refused on the ground that the
I.ied on the capital instead OF the profits entered the
hank with posse armed with suns rsvovss and sledges
Or the purpose Of breaking open the vault and seizng the
r.suiste funds At this of the ARRAY armstice
was decared for the purpose Of calling the directors to-
ethsr that they nigh. decide whether they would or
~ ,uld not pay the assessed The directors raet
md protested against paying and by means OF gans crow
1ars &c drove the Gathering party out OF the bank
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

MIR. Riddle Wing, was on Tuesday last, chosen
Mayor of Pittsburg, by majority of $50 over
his Democratic competitor.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13
House then adjourned.

1t is said that the Democratic Senatorial eau
GUS few hours after Judge Badgers nomna
decided by vote of % ayes and l nay, to Law
the nomination on the table; so that General
Pierce will have the duty and responsibility Of
making the nomination. The objection to Mr..
Badger is not political, and all admit his quafca-
tions but his not residing in the Circuit in which
the vacancy exists, is the reason assumed for the
rejection. Gen. Downs, now Senator from
Louisiana, who is succeeded by Mr.. Benjamin, a
Whig' on the 4th of March, it is supposed wei
receive the the nomination from Gen. Pierce.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

TIE SEMINOLE INDiANs.-The Governor Of
Florida has transmitted to the Legislature infor-
nation that the Seminole Indians refuse to emi-
CRATE, and asks to be clothed with power to cal
out sufficient force to protect the frontiers and
to CO operate with the General Government in
any measures which it may adopt in the emer-
gency.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

AN UNFAIrHFUL SERvANT.-The reader NAV
recollsct we took notice of a case before the
Mayoron Monday last, in which Mr.. Geo. Watt
charged one of his servants with robbing him.
He owed the negro dollar, but gave him through
mistake $40 note, which the unfaithful fellow
kept. The case up for further examna-
ton yesterday, when Mr.. Massie, grocer, appear
ed and testified to the fact that the negro called
at his grocery store in 18th street Saturday nj ht,
and requested him to change $40 note. Tho
case being fully made out, the Mayor ordered the
fellow below for correction
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

DRUNK AND DIsoR Y.-Notwitbstanlino
the efforts OF the "Sons the appeals of the press
and the auathemas of the church, mon still con-
tinue to 'sput an enemy in their mouths. to steal
away their brains" Netherthe enactment of the
Maine Liquor Law, nor the suppression of the
Mammoth Distllery" will operate, we fear, to
prevent theindulgenco ofths propensity. Since,
them neither Of these will have the desired effect,
it becomes our duty faithfully to chronicle tho ex-
poits of the brainess wights who turn up occa-
sionalIy at tho Mayors Court. Yesterday two
white men were brought up, charged with being
drunk and disordsry the previous night in the
streets. The first gave his name as Lewis Hill
man; and in consideration of the worry creditable
circumstance that he had reached mans estate
without officially making his Honour's acquaint-
ance, he was permitted to retire. The second :,
who gave his name Hugh Houston, failed to
fare SO well. He had created quite disturbance
in the street near the City Hotel, and even con-
tinued noisy and contunncious after reaching
the watchhouso. Soths Mayor quietly informed
Mr.. Houston that he felt it to be his duty to de-
mand 500 security for good behaviour. which
being unable to give he went to the valley for
q season.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-01-13

SUPERIOR GREEN TEAS.-Gunpow der
- Imperial and Young Hyson fine Black Teas, for
sale by VIM EGGLESTON
5DANJOS AND vIOLINS.-Splendd Tone
ID Guitars Banjos Vions, Flutes and Musical Boxes,
for sale by X. M. ZIMMERMAN.
jas Corner Main and 18th SITS.
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
Georgetown Correspondence.

GEORGETOWN, September 10, 1853.
There are probably few persons in the District
who have any idea of the magnitude of the estab-
lishment of Mr.. yanderwerken, in our city, or the
amount Of labor and expense necessary in carrying
on properly his Union Line Of Omnibusses Through
the politcuess of the gentlemaply proprietor, We
have had the privilege of taking a general survey
of the premises, and we confess that we Were much
pleased at the excellent arrang ments and adapta.
tion TO such purl ose. On the premises there are
three brick buildings, covering in the aggregate a
space of over nineteen thousand square feet The
largest of these the first story is devoted to coach
house, and the second story is used as a manufac-
tory. Here we found some twenty coaches in course
Of construction 1.-TWO finished) for the Georgetown.
Navy Yard, and Seventh street lines. Attached 10
the establishment there 22l horses over 100 of
which Lave been purchased within the last three
months, at an averaHe cost of $125 per head There
are y men regularly employed at an average of
nearly 500 per week, and the whole cost of carr
ing on tile establish nent is at leest 225 per week
1t is managed pretty much altogether by Mr.. V. in
person. There is no doubt that this is one of the
greatest public benefits furnished the citizens of the
District within our knowledge.
The Agricultural Pair at Rockville was visited by
large number of citizens, nd all speak of it in
the highest terms.
The whole OF the stock of our Gas Company has
b en- taken, and the work of excavating the earth
for the foundations of the buildings commenced.
The work will be pushed forward as rapidly as pos
sibIe until hitherto dark and gloomy streets and
badly lighted stores, &C., wrapt in q blaze of
light. SO may 1T be, is cur benedction
The ways of many Of our citizens badly need mind
inC. We mean their footways-in many places they
are in wretched condition. At night in some pla
ces limbs of pedestrians instantly in danger.
There is quite an extensive revival of religion go
irg at the Methodist church in our city. and at
the Union church in the First Ward, Washington
The stock offour in market continues light, and
but little coming in. There sc, eral sales yes
terday and the day before at Sc a So Is at which
prices holders firm. White corn, 81 cts. a. IS
cts-y elbow, G5c's. q 6S cts. Oats, IS cts a 10 cts
by cargo.
The supply of beef cattle at Drover's Rest for the
week ending to-day, has been large, amounting in
all 10 500 head-250 of which was taken by the Dis
trct butchers at 8 a s. 81 per 100 lbs gross and
The remainder by spcculators for Northern markets
100 old sheep and lambs were sold at 81 37L o.
50 10 per head-apd so hogs at Sc IS "a 81 Is per
hundred.
Ishas been raining since early in the day yester-
day, consequently there is but little out door bust
ness doing this morning. SPECTATOR
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
Alexandria Correspondence.

ALEXANDRIA, September 10, 1858
have but little to s1yise you of in relation to Al
exandria matters to day The principal topic is the
excursion to come off on Monday, THE Mount Yer
non Guards, Capt T. ". Ashhy. They go to the White
House, that beautiful retreat, where, they have
parade, target exercise, ball and grand pic MIC and
have s. cured the popular steamer George Washing
ton for the occasion.
Our amusement loving folks are on tip-toe for the
arriT"l Of tia kunkels Nightingale Opera Troupe,
VINO are expected to give their first entertainment
on Monday evening, and second and last the follow
ing night The gentlemanly Nightingales have al
ways been popular here and will be welcomed as
usual
we hs' heavy rain last night, but have not
heard OF any serious damage. To day Is rather
cloudy. F.,,u,
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
LEATHER. LEATHER.
A nd General Shoe Findings Store

TINHOMAS &. FORD fatters himself that he has
/ the best selected stock ever offered in this Dis
trct 10 his friends and the trade in general.
50 dozen French Calf Skins, OF the most approved
MOhair. Lemone, Ogerou, SUSSEX Co.
Superior Patent Calf Skins
Home made Calf and kipp Skins
Upper and Buff Leather
400 sides Spanish Sole and slaughter Leather
Harness and Bride Leather
Fine Bride and Skirting Leather
100 dozen Morocco, and Lining Skins
French and English Hastings, Black and Coored
tialloon, Laces and Silk to match
All of which he will sell low for cash, or on ap-
proved credits. L. G. FORD,
sep Lin 18th street, near the Patent Ofhce.
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
By GREEN & SCOTT, Auctioneers.

IMPROVED AND tNlMPRONED PROPERTY
l. AT AuCTION.-0n FRID.7Y, the 9Th instant
we shall sell al O'Clock m, in front of the prem
Uses, good three-story Brick and Frame House.
containing seven good and convenient arranged
rooms, and the Lot on which it stands, it being part
OF Lots Nos. 10 and IL in Square No. 449, having
and streets north, tweEtvIOur feet, running back
TO a twenty-five feet alley ll6 feet, and vacant
Lot adjoining the above described property. This
property is handsomely located in of the most
rapidly improving parts of The city, being but one
square north of the Northern Market
Terms: One-fourth cash I; the balance in 6, -,
IT, and "a months, the purchaser to give notes for
the deferred payments, bearing interest from day of
sale. A deed gwen and deed of trust taken.
Title ndisputable. GREEN & SCOTT,
sep5-d Auctioneers.
Uy-The above sale Is postponed on
account Of the weather until "Wednesday, the l4th
Instant, same hour.
sept TO- GREEN & SCOTT.
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
POPULAR SONGS.

'TNHE Old River Farm; Old Bob Ridley
L Aunt Harriet Beecha Stowe; Mary Vale
Old Kentucky Home; Poor Sister Sue
am not angry; Lilly Dale
DO they miss me at home.
Yes, we miss thee; Why don't he come.
Lightly we sail; Come take sail
on for Baltimore; The Old Banjo
The star of home; The Barber Shop
Etty Way; Ida May; Home again
My home, my happy home; Maggie by my side
What are the wild waves saying.
When the night winds bewaieth
Also, new set of QuadrilIcs from London; The
FESTIVE Olladrlllcs, for sale at WIMER'S
Stationery, Music, AMI Fancy Store, 9th st.
SepS Near IOuisiana avenue
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
CASH MERCHANT TAILoR

IA The subscriber has just returned from New
York with full and complete stock Of Fall
and Winter Goods, which are now ready to
-AA be made up to order on the cash principle
Tie has determined drop the credit SYSTEM because
ne Is satisfied that many persons prefer getting their
much greater prices to obtain credit He is deter
mined to seek and merit that kind of cilstom. He
respectfully socits a call from those of his former
patrons. As well as from the public generally, who
are willing to deal with him on the new principIe
and he thinks he safely promise TO satisfy them
In every particular. J. RIGGLES
9TH street. opposite Patriotic Bank.
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
PIANOS. PIANOS !!

rm| We have now in store our second
of PtaN LIN; from E"ah the celebrate
Q 4 2 ucso,.a ''"'"' u A"@''' 'A'''' .
The editor OF the Lynch urg Express, SAYS: "In
referring briefly to the Piano advertisement OF
Messrs. knabe. Cache, Co, of Baltimore, We
stated that should again refer TO it more fully.
We personally acquainted with the standing and
character Of this finn. having acquired it by several
years residence in the city where their mandatory
is located. They have higl reputation there
Their instruments have been almost iDvarib ly used
in that city, at the public concerts. For three
cessve years they obtained at the Fairs of the Ma
ryland Institute the first premiums, notwithstanding
they Were severallV i'll competition with some OF
the northern manufacturers, and the eminent Plan
list, trakoSch, the musical director of Parodi, who
lately opened Music Establishment in New York
selected portion OF his stock Of Pianos from this
establishments
We guarantee to sell at mandatory prices. Terms
Of payment made moderate, or liberal discount for
cash. JNO. P. ELLIS,
Penn. avenue, between 9th and 10th streets.
1-e0lW
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AUCTION SALES.
BY GREEN e. SCOTT, Auctioneer..

VALUABLE BUILDING LOTS, FRONTING
18th STREET, BETWEEN l. AND Nj SITS,
AT AUCTlON.-OB TUESDAY, the 18th instant,
we shall sell, in front of the premises, at O'Clock
p M, three fine building Lots they being Lots Nos.
Z, 8, and 3. in Davidsons subdivision OF square 49,
having front each on 18th street, west, of q feet,
running back TO 10 foot alley, between l. and NJ
streets, north.
Also. immediately after the sale of the above, we
shall SELL in front OF the premises Lots Nos and
IN Davidson's sub division of square No. l6l, having
front each ON Connecticut avenue of % feet six
lhches, between l. and NJ streets, running back 100
feet to n wide alley.
The above described property is handsomely loca-
ted IN rapidly improving part of the city, aud the
sale VIII he well worthy the attention of persons
wishing 10 make good investment.
Terms: One-third cash; balance in and twelve
months, the purchaser to give the deferred
payments, bearing interest from day OF sale. deed
given and deed of trust taken.
Title indisputable. GREEN l. SCOTT,
sepSd Auctioneers.
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
GRAND MILITARY
PIC MIC EXCURSION.
The Mount Vernon Guards

ea&IA-H Most respectfully inform the Citi-
rzS1xIEvAzens of Alexandra that they will give
PIC MIC EXCURSION to the WHITE HOUSE,
on MONDAY, September l2h, in the splendid
steamer GEORGE WASHINGTON.
The Committee pledge themselves that no paius
VIII be spared to make this of the best excur-
siOns OF the season.
On this occasion the Company will shoot for a
Silver Cup and Medal. Military and Cotlon Mu-
SIC has been REQUIRED for the occasion
Soniectlonary viii be provided at city prices.
The boat will leave Alexandria At 9 O'Clock
tickets admitting Gentleman and two Ladies
Sl.-Chlldren 25 cents. Tickets can be procured
of the Committee and at the boat.
Commiaee-Cait: T. w. Ashby, C. w. Neae,
Lieut.. T. ID. Rudd, A. F. Skidmore, Pioneer ]. w.
Atkinson, T. B. Warning. sep6-TuThS Sat
Daily evening star. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1852-1854, 1853-09-10
NOTICE

rTNlE Undersigned will attend to the measur,,, and
L valuing OF Bncklayers' and Masous; Work
Fron his experience us a brcklayer and measnrer
he feels confident that he will give satisfaction 10 ALI
who employ him.
COMMUNICATIONS left nj the residence of J. A. Rem
der. street north, of 7th street or at the
Exchange office of Nj. Raymond corner of 9th street
and Pennsy yana avenue, will daily be attended to-
JACOB A. BENDER, Brickluyer
Estimates for Brick and Stone Work correctly cal
culated from Drawings and Specifications Excava-
tons measured. J. A b.
sep9-eo2w