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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30
Az ISFsgYAL MAcniSE.-The Wheeling

An IYFsgyAL MAcniSE.-The Wheeling
Argus does the following:
At late hour last evening, resident
Of This city was called to his front door by
some party who left small and suspicious
looking box, which upon examination, prov
ed to be directed to "Mr.-, Wheeling,
Va, 90 be opened by himself alone.)" As
matter of course, internal machines were
suggested in all their horrors, and the in
tended 'victim" valantly exclaiming that
he "wouldn't open it if it was filled with
Scotch herring," proceeded to a tub in his
back yard, in which he submerged the dam
gerous package six our eight hours, in o.
der to secure thorough soaking, and then
setting it upon the ground, took a safe po-
siion, and pelted the package with stones
until it was badly used up. Finally, con-
sidering that with wetting and frequent
conclusions, the vilainous compound was
certainly beyond the power of detonation,
one Of the neighbors volunteered TO examine
it. A terrific explosion (of laughter) en-
sued upon the discovery ofa Jrick-nea,ly
packed in straw
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

UNITED STATES CIRcUIT CoURT.-Fri-
day Nor. 2l.-William Ii. Greene vs..
Samuel James. This was an action Of rcple-
yin for certain liquors, seized according to
The provisions of the Maine law. Tie de-
f.nd,nt justifics the taking, by virtue Of
certain proceedings under the law, and the
p,ainlit' admits The proceedings as set out,
but CO ltcnls that the law auihorizi z these
proceedings is contrary to the constitution
of the State.
!. Because the search warrant author
izad by the statute, is in conflict with the
constitution, because, a. it allows the
warrant to issue without proof of probable
cause, (2) without complaint against any
person, (3.) without any particular descrip-
ton of the place and ihiags to be searched.
2. Because the act provides for The sci
zure and destruction of property, without
providing for a proper trial TO show whether
the property so seized or destroyed was un-
lawfully held or not.
These questions were argued by Mr..
Ames against, and by Jcnckes and Payne
for the law. A motion was made by the
counsel for the law for a postponemcnt Of
the hearing IN this case, upon the ground
that the same questions were being argued
in a case before the Supreme Court, but
the Court decided that the plaintiff was en-
titled to have his case heard in the order of
the docket, but they intima,ed that they
might reserve their decision.-Proridence
Journal.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

A Dutchman at Amhers,burg (Canada)
hearing of the accident of the Great
Western Railway, and of large sums
paid to the relatives of parties killed, in the
warmth of his heart, exclaimed Oh
wish my wife had been therc-I would
have got $5OO0!" The wife hearing OF it
called him to account, when he denied the
fidelity of the report and said, No, mine
dcar-I said $50, 900, when the good wo-
man seemed well pleased to find how high
ly she was estimated.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30
HERALD Of THE TIM IS.
THURS DAN Nov 80. 1854.

NTThe Washington letter writer's and
the New York papers are specializing upon
the probable tone and character OF The Pres
ident's forthcoming Message. OF course,
all is presumption, as none Outside of the
Cabinet are aware of what its contents will
be but one thing is very certain,-no Pres
ident has ever before been placed in srch
an embarrassing position. Coming into
power as Pierce did, with an overwhelming
majority, in less than two years from his
Inauguration he finds himself without friends
comparatively, and his party divided and
sub-dvided and scattered to the four winds.
Every intelligent man is satisfied Of his ut
ter incapacity for the discharge of the high
and responsible duties of the Office no one,
MT even the President, has any confidence
in the Cabinet, while our foreign relations
generally are in anything but pleasant and
peaceful position,-and all this has been
accomplished in consequence OF the incih-
cheney and inexpericnce Of The rulers of the
nation. In some respects Pierce is in the
same position as Louis Napoleon is he
would be very glad to have war with
some foreign power, in order to detract the
attention and Indignation Of the people from
the imbecility and corruption of his admin
istration. But this will " difficult mat
ter for him to accomplish under existing
circumstances, from the fact that all the
principal powers OF the old world are excl
ted and absorbed in regard to the Eastern
question, and they consequently have no
limo to attend TO President Picrces de-
sires. He may possibly be able TO haze
brush with Cuba, or make demonstration
upon Hsyti, or the Sandwich Islands but
even these probabilities are at present rath-
er remote. We trust that our condition
and the depressing prospects Of the future
will teach the American people the import
ant lcsson that il is extremely hazardous to
elect an almost unknown man to such a
responsible position. lie. US take warning
by the past, and be wiser and better in the
future.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

gUT The steamer George Law arrived
at New York, On Friday evening. from A
pinwall, bringiag Caliiwnia papers to Nov.
0, but they contain ncthing ef special inte-
rest She brings over q million and half
in gold. The plan FOR the annexation of
the Sandwich Islands to tho u. s. is ripen.
ing England has ordered three ships Of
war to Honolulu, for the purpose, il is sup
posed, Of endeavoring to frustrate the plan
N annexation.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

A TRIo IN CABrSETs.- The New
York Herald says 1.-THE Administration
is blessed with two Cabinets--yea thrce-a
regular Cabinet and Kitchen Cabinet at
Washington, and Cabinet Of our red re-
publican school of Diplomats in Europe
AT the head Of the regular Cabinet is Mar
cy; at the head of the Kitchen Cabinet is
Forney; while Souic is the Premier of our
European red republican diplomatic Cabi-
na."
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

AN INCIDENT.--One Of the most anu
sing incidents of the election to-day, oc'
Cured in the Second ward, when Senator
Douglas came up to vote. The following
conversation occurred
lnspector-What name, sir?
Little Giant-Douglas.
In.-What is the first name
l. G.-Stephen.
In.-Midde name
l.. CA.
ln.-Stcphen A. Douglas
l.. G.-Yes sir.
In.-Qn a doubling tone to the Clcrk)
Who is Stephen A. Douglass
We had pressing business at the
Third Ward just then.-[Chicago Tri-
bune.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

President Hitchcock says that there are
in Great Britain, at the present day, fifteen
thousand steam engines driven by meNs Of
coal, with power equal to that oftw mil
lion of men; and thus is put into operation
machinery e9ualling the unaided power of
300, 100000 or 1000 100000 of men. The
influence thence emana,ing reaches the re-
hottest portions Of the globe, and tends
nightly to the civilization and happiness Of
the race.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

eB" 1t is said that there is not 30 poor
piece of road from the State House to the
Stone Bridge, as Broad street and yet the
Street Commissioner is now carting mud
on the same. If the City should not be
called upon before Spring to respond to a
claim for damages, in consequence of the
condition of this street, it will be owing
more to their good luck than 10 their good
management.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

X. N. NATIONAL CoUScIL.-This Con-
vcntion which has been for some days ip
session at Cincinnati, adjourns to-day. Tho
attendance has been very large, and each
State in the Union has been fully represent
cd. Among the representatives were
Clayton of Delaware, Ullman of New York,
Brown Of Pennsylvania, l.umsdcn of New
Orleans, and Mayor Conrad of Philadelphia,
The utmost harmony Is said to have pre-,
vailed amongst them. Important changes
have been made in their constitution, a new
ritual adopted, and all their pass words,
signs, &c, have undergone complete al
teration. The question with reference 10
Presidential candidates was not brough,
up.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

REASON FOR NOT DAsciSc.--At tho
close Of a fair held by the Free Will Bap-
tist Society in Manchester, N. H., n few
evening since, the pastor Rev. Mr. Davis,
was asked whether dancing would be allow
ed. His answer was no; for il did no good, II
was barbarous custom, and the first Bap-
tist Of whom we have any account lost his
head by d,ncing---'rhc audience was salts
fed with the rcas'n. -,
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

ment Of sumpuary laws cannot eradicate
il; with reasonable restrictions up N The
evil passions Of men, in due course Of Tins
the grca, work of Redemption will be fully
accomplished, and then will occur the Sec
ond advent OF the Sun Of God on earth
TAat coming is known only to the Omnipo-
tent and the unwisc zeal Of enthusiasts can
neither hasten or delay it,-but il will sure
ly occur in the "fulness OF time"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

Tn the u. s. circuit court for Illinois,
Charles II. Lamar. defendant, fled p ca
s,leging iha, ,ne plaintiff, Joseph C. Nit
chell, is a Tree negro, and not a citizen Of
the United States entitled 10 maintain suit
before that court. Judge Drummond de-
liycred an opinion sustaining the plea in
bar, and juslicc Mclean ol the u. y. su-
preme court, coincided therein. Judge
Drummond's opinion will be written out and
published
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

nJWe are indebted TO J. K. Stickney,
bookseller, 10 Westminster Street, Provi-
dcnce, for COPY of "Ida May" which we
noticed at length few days ago. 1t was
published on the 22d, and over 5000 cop
les have already been sold.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

TGrabum's Magazine for December is
an excellent number some time ago it
passed into the hands of X. II. See & Co.,
who have materially improved its charac.
ter. The new volume commences with
the January number, the contents of which
will be entirely original; tho proprietors
have made the most ample arrangements
for still further improvements in the Maga-
zine, by furnishing some splendid cngra-
wings from original drawings, and also by
engaging on its pages some of the best and
most popular writers Of the country
Those who desire the work should com
mcnce with the new volume.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

WHAT BECOMES OF THE SPECIE p
This is question asked by almost every
body, and has become n newspaper theme.
The answer is, that il has gone to the
"scat Of war;" where the belligerents are
killing each other by the thousand to
"sprcad christianity" among the benightcd.
This state of things is likely to continue for
some time to come, the pride of kings and
cmperors being involved in the controversy.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

IL BY the New London papers we no
tice the death of Capt. Mather, OF the
Revenue Service Capt. NJ. was we'll
known in this city, and was highly esteem
ed for his many excellent qualities of
character.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

Long John Wen,worlhs paper, the Chica-
go Democrat, states that the majority against
the repeal ofthe Missouri Compromise in
Illinois, as shown by the vote on Members Of
Congress,is not far from 10000. In the first
and sec ond districts il Is about $4,000.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

co-A friend in Kentucky has sent sew
eral bottles of Whiskey, to the editor of the
Boston Post, to cheer his spirits at this Pc
rod of political calamity the editor says
that he 'ubmits to the prescription with
much more pleasure than he does to the
result Of the election in Massachusetts,.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

UrThe Spanish Minister is dangerously
i'll, and his physician considers his recov-
cry very doubtful. He was thrown from
his carriage few days ago, sustaining in
ternal injuries.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

GRArrTUDr.-The Charleston Mercury
denounces Pierce and Douglas aud the
Washington Union for the repeal Of the
Missouri compromise, which according to
the Mercury, has aroused the anu-siavery
feeling Of the North, without rendering any
practical benefit 10 the South.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

The official majority Of Hon. F.. B.
wasbburpe in the First District OF Illinois,
over Jackson The Administration candidate,
is only 1884. There were, besides, 1900
votes cas-, for an Ani-Admi istration Dem.
ocrai making the hnti-Nebraska majority in
the District about seven thousand.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

SENATORS TO ELEcr.--At the approach
ing session of the respective Legislatures.
there will be Senators Of the United States
to elect in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, Ar
kansas, Missouri, Louisiana, North Carroll
na, Pennsylvania, New York, Maine, and
California. New Hampshire will elect two
in May next.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

A New Soar OF QUARASTNE.-The
Aldermen of Brandon, Miss, have deter
mined TO insure the health of those who are
outside their limits, by passing an ordi.
nance forbidding the return of any Of their
absent citizens until there shall have been
three good frosts, under a penalty of five
dollars for each and every infringement.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

NAVAL PREPARATIoNs.-The National
Intelligencer sees nothing for surprise at
the activity displayed in fitting out the ma
tional vessels at the various navy Yards
The squadron lately on duty in the China
seas is on its way home the Mediterranean
squadron has been absent more than two
years and il il not improbable that ships
on other, ,sialions require TO be relieved
These preparations may be directed W that
object.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

The Blockley Aims house in Philadel-
phia is the largest pauper establishment in
the world, and contains twcnty.three hun
drcd paupcr inmates, about four hundred aud
fifty of whom are insane.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

u During the past week gang of iends
in New York have amused themselves by
gathering around the theatres, at the close
OF the performances, and throwing vitriol
upon the dresses of ladies US they pass
out.
A man by the name of Gray has been
detected in the act the Express says Of
him.
This morning quite a number of indi-
viduas appeared at the Chiefs Office to take
look at Theodore ii. Gray, the vitriol
man. by Inc operations of Gray, rich opc-
ra cloaks, shaw!s, &c, to the value vf ma.
ny thousand dollars have been ruined, and
in one instance the ankle of ayoung lady
was severely burned by this dangerous flu
id, thrown by Gray.
Some OF his friends, men of respecta-
bilty, have come this forenoon, and claim
that he is religious enthusiast and par
TALLY demnged. Aflidavits will be made
against him, but perhaps not ill tomorrow.
Gray is man of family and member Of
the Baptist church, and it is said in good
and regular standing.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

The steamship Canada ran into the
steamer Ocean, bound for Kennebcc, in
Boston barbor, on Friday; the Ocean
caught fire and was destroyed, and three
lives were lost.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

DUcUsG ADvESTURr.-A day or two
since bolt OF canvass fell overheard from
n steamboat lying at one OF our wharves,
when the captain Immediately jumped after
it, excaiming as he got on board again,
"As went IN FOR duck, was bound TO
get the canrdss back Portland Adyer-
tlscr.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

W Congress met on Monday !;
last. tt, letter writer's say that the
Presidents Message will not be sent to edi-
tors in advance, as has been the case for
some years past, as the President desires
to avail himself OF the latest news from Eu-
rope, and may wish to make some addi-
tions to his Message at the latest moment
before its delivery to Congress.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

U'We are very much disappointed when
we open the New York papers, if we do
not find announcements of two or three
murders the previous night.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

GThree great books are in press and
will be Tublish1d soon,--the life Of Bar
mum, the life of Greedy, and the life of che
valier Wikof.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

aTThe Rev. Or. Clark viii BE- coGse-
Grated Bishop OF this DiaccSe at Grace
Church. Providence, ON ~" 9Th of Dcccm.
her; services will co,nmcgcc "a 10 u
clock.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30
LIVERPOOL, Tuesday morning.


A despatch has been received by Greek
House in this city. which announces tho
capture of Sevastopo by the Allied armies,
but no additional advices having been re-
cieved to confirm it, it is not generally cred
tied.
Another despatch states that the allies
were preparing to fire upon the Russian
fleet with red hot shot, Matters between
aspect, and an open rupture is daily looked
for.
1t is also reported that difficulties havo
occurred between Russia and Prussia, and
that the Gar had refused an audience to
the Prussian Ambassador. =
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

UTThc New York Herald calls the
administration victory at the late election
in that State-a dissolving view. s.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

pThe u. s. Circuit Court was engag-
ed Friday in hearing arguments on the
constitutionality of the Maine Law, main
ly in regard to the seizure clause. Argu-
mcnts were also being heard in The Su-
preIne Court relative TO the same matter |;
the last case was a madc-up one, by the
Sons OF Temperance, for the purpose Of en-
deavoring to obtain decision from the
Supreme Court before the Circuit Court
case could be heard, hoping that the Su-
preme Court would sustain the law, and
this!would consequently be binding upon the
Cir,u Court, as the Federal Courts gen.
eroly respect and are governed by the de-
cisions of the State Courts on questions ari-
sing under local statute. An effort was
made in the Circuit Court to postpone the
case until the case in the Supreme Court
was decided but the Circuit Court decided
to proceed with the hearing. Samuel
Ames, Esq. made a powerful and learned
argument against the constitutionalty of
the law. The decisions in both cases will
be looked for with much interest
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30
RALEIGH, N. c., No,

NALFIGH, N. O., NOV. "a.
David s. Reed has been elected United
States Senator for four years by tho Leg
islature of this State, by majority Of IL
votes.
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By j. G. MCGUIRE, Auctionssr.

By j. G. MCGUIRE, Aucti0hesr.
TRUsTEE'S SALE of valuable Building Lot near
L the Railroad Depot-By virtue OF . deed in
trust, barring date the 1lIh day Of April. 1854
recorded in Lber ]. A. g., No. "a, folios 27l, ~
273, ia and 275, the subscriber will sell at public
sale on TUESDAY, the alst day Of 1854, Al
~ o'clock, p. n the premises, all that piece or
parcel Of ground lying and being situated in the city
Of Washington, and being part Of Square No. $50.
beginning for the same on New Jersey avenue, at q
point $50 feet inches ftom the northw est corner
Of said square and running thence at right angles,
to New Jersey avenue eastwsrdly l36 feet ~ IN;
thence due south Is feet, more less, to parallel
line ~ feet from the line first described and run.
ming parallel with said first line weetwardly to Now
Jersey avenue $50 fest inches; thence Dorthvard
On Ns~ jersey avenue ~ feet tn the place of begin
ming, containing 2, $50 square feet, more or less
The above proper ty Is eligibly situated near the
Railroad Depot, and offers favorable opportunity
for investment.
The terms Of sale viii be cash, and II not complied
with in one week after the day ef sale the property
will be re-sold at the risk and expense Of the pur
chaser, upon one weeks notice.
All convsyances at expense of purchaser.
CHAS. WALLACH, Trustee.
JAS. g. MCGUIRE,
oct 90-eo&ds Auctioneer.