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The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

COLUMBUS MURDER-FULL PARTIcuL ARs-It be-
comes our painful duty, says the Columbus, ia.
Times, to announce the death OF another citizen by
violence. Alexander Mark Robinson was, ON the
9th OF February shot down in the streets of Co
lumbus, while in the discharge OF his duty as de
putty sheriff of the county of Muscogee. On the
night preceding. David Wright, of this city, and
man named Jack Boyd, of Macon, had committed
inisdemeanor, and warrants " ere issued for
their arrest About o'clock on th evening of the
27th Mr.. Robinson, accompanied by Messrs Cla G.
horn, Morrell and Gammel of thu, city police pr3-
ceeded to execute the warraI its They foun. I
Wright and Boyd in front OF the pleasant Hour, v
aud Robinson advanced to therl and declared them
his prisoners, whereupon he was Instantly shot
down and died In the course of two hours, in the
Office of the Times and Sentinel where he was re-
moved by his friends. The slug penetrated the
right side just below the lower rib and lodged in
the wall of the abdomen. David Wright was pur-
sued and arrested and is now lodged in jail,
Wright and Boyd have hitherto committed homi-
cides.
p s. A party pursued Boyd on the morning of
thes25th of February, and after tedious chase.
overlook him. He toonoys is in the custody Of the
law.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

Mr.. Adelphe Laryet, wellknown citizen, di 3
in New Orleans a few days ago. terea .ase
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THE DAILY DISPATCH.
By J. A. COWARDIN.

Ths DAILY DISPATCH d served to vubssrbeu
SIX AND QUARTER CENTS PER WEEK. payable to
he Carrier weekly. Price br mailing, q gear in
dvanoe.
fhs wsrKLy DmpAfca II isuea svery Friday
end nailed - s1hscriheu at d per snnun.
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MyvN SPRING TRADE


AZEs-N-g BOOKS, STATIONERY AND PI-
~E&H ANO FORTES.-JAS. WOOD
AA{AI2AS HOUSE, (late Nash Il wv dhouse }
Richmond, Va offers for sale. at wholesale and re-
tail. an extensive stock of BOOKS and STATION
cry adapted to the wants of the trade in Virginia
and elsewhere, at prices as low as can be obtained
in Northern cities In connection with his Book and
Stationery business, he has ware-rooms appropria-
ted TO the sale of Piano Fortes filled with an assort.
nen as extensive as can be at any establishment
of the kind in the Union
He has participated in the sale of over one thou
sand Piano Fortes in the States of Virginia North
Carolina and Tennessee all of which have given en-
tire satisfaction. They warranted superior in ev
cry respects offered for sale at manufacturers pIices
aud will be packed securely to go any distance with
out injury.
He has also attached to his establishment a Book
Bindery and Blank Book thfanufactory, where all
kinds of Books, Periodicals Blanks, Music, &C., are
bound; and Blank Books of every description suta-
BILE for merchants, banks, public Offices, clerks of
courts, factories. &c,. manufactured.
MAYO'S GUIDE TO MAGISTRATES-NEW
EDITION.
J. w. publishes Mayo's Guide to Magistrates-new
edition, with practical forms for the discharge of
their duties ont of Court, with appendix, con-
tanning forms for drawing Bonds Notes, Deeds, Con-
tracts, &c, pied to the new Code of Virginia
~ Persons at distance unable to visit Richmond
can have their orders faithfully executed ifpe-
s9nhLY present. InhG
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

The San Antonio Western Texan, of the 10th
ult, has the following items:
We have not heard of any intelligence of impor.
tance broughtby the last Ell Paso mail nor has the
train met with any adventure worthy of extensive
notice -. i
THERE'S rumor that Capt Skillman has had the
misfortune of killing Mexican on the we, 4 aide Of
the river, in the town Of Ell Paso, where he was
temporarily present and attacked. We ar not in
possession of the tul particulars of the ase, but
those whom we heard speak of the matte fully
he has done.
Some of the troops of the newly establish ed gar.
rlsons had arrived at the post on our side of the
bio Grande. In consequence, the long ne elected
inhabitants of that region areu beginning to rea
lie that they are citizens, and that the territory
they nhabit is part and parcel of the I'm tied
States. -
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

SUDDEN DEATH OF THOMAS DEvIN RuEY.-We
are greatly panied to have to announce the sudden
desih Of Thos. Deyin Riley, Esq, well known as q
refugee leader Of the Irish troubles of l846 weh
as aiterary man. (which took place al his residence
in this city last night about half past ten o'clock
He retiredto rest Saturday night last apparently
in good health and in fine spirits. when his wit 3
awoke In the morning, she discovered him lying n
the floor in an apoplectic fit, and insensible. lie
did mot recover from it, but died az above descr b-
ed Is f9s
He was noble hearted, generous, and hig bly,
accomplished gentleman; dearly beloved by III
who knew him well. A q writer, he was unq aes
tionaby of the talented and brilliantl men
Ia our country At this time WasAfsgfos 8 TER
Menday. s
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

BALLARp's HAIR DYE !-NEw AND I'M
PROVED EDtTIoN.-THE CHEAPEST AND BEST IN
THE WORLD Warranted not only to color the Hair
any shade from light brown to jet bla ok in twenty
minutes but to correct all bad coorng produced by
any other Dye, and is positively way Injurious II
the most complete and desirable article offered
to the public. Price 81.
BENNETT l. BEERS,
ma Tim Agents for Richmond.
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TEXAS THEATRIcALs.-At last accounts Mrs.
Lewis was about commencing an engagement at
the Galveston theatre, and Yankee Silsbee, it was
thought, would also play brief engagement
there s.sf
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

.DEFEATED.-The Maine liquor law has been de-
feated in the Legislature of Maryland.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

STEAMBOAT AccIDENT.-The steamer Jack Hays
collapsed tiue near Galveston, Texas, ON the Goth
ult. The engineer was seriously injured, and a
negro killed
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

man named McCleud severely wounded two
young men in the parish Of Plaquemines, La, a
few days ago, and Immediately left for parts un-
known
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

w. S. Allen recently killed VIM. Manning,
Corn Hill, Fla. The parties were quarrelling.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

Frank Smith was examined in New Orleans on
the 18th ult, on the charge of numbering his wife,
and sent on for trial g.ri
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

IRoTTING-A trotting race over the Metairie
course, New Orleans, on the 23d ult, was won by
May Queen. The best time made was244:
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

BnurAI MuaDEa--Mr. Levi Barrow, an esfesm
cd citizen Of Liberty county, Texas, was dslibsr.
ateiy shot down recently BY Joseph wbits Bar
rows friends have offered reward Of % 900 for
Whites arrea. II b believed that be has aed to
the Wsst. a
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THE DAILY DISPATCH.

~ The circulation of the Dsily Dispatch exceeds
that Of eli the Daily papers Of Richmond
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

IHE FLooD.-There has been a great fresh in
Broad river, s. C. The Greenville Railroad is con
sideraby damaged. The embankment below the
Camden junction on the South Carolina Railroad
was also washed away . egt... .aas ~
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

MARDI GRAs.-This season of unrestrained iol
lity was celebrated in New Orleans on the 2etl
ult
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man named VIM. Leftwich was killed by
John Lemmons, in Alexandria, La, on the 18th
ult.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

HAVANA CIGARs-WM. D. MERIwETH
invites the attention of dealers his stock of CT
CARS. the largest in this city, and comprising more
n7esiic Cigars.
Constantly on hand and for sale, LEAF TOBACCO,
for Cigars, and the celebrated Denicotised Smoking
Tobacco.
End door from Columbian Hotel
NH 4-1m Cary street.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

DISCRETION is THE BETTER PART OF
VALoR Therefore be discreet and don't be hum.
bugged and deceived by moonshine advertisements.
Be wise and call on Mr.. f. E. MOULSON and have
your pictures taken, he nsures and warrants en-.
tire satisfs ction or no sale to all who may give him
their kind patronage.
sortment of Fancy Cases. Medaions Breast pins and
Finger: Rings all of the finest quality which cannot
help pleasing the tastes of all my tasty friends and
customers.
Pictures from 81 to $75.
F. E. MOULSON
fe ID Hall of Science, ITO Main st.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

TsHOMAS w. KEESEE, AucrIosrER,
Office 1t George J, Summers, No. y Pesr, street,
VIII attend to tbs sAle ofREAL ESTATE and every
dssss.Ptien o.. 4 ME1CHAnDIzE, H0U6EH0LDs
FURNITURE, kc. sslFss s. S mh 8
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

In the California Legislature there are 19 Wings
and 95 Democrats
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At special torm Of the Circuit Court Of u ZOO
county, MisG, John Cotton was cousictsd = the
murder ot John Smith. and aentenced tobe ! ung
on de 1th of April next. VIM. G. Beale, tuit cted
for the murder Of hs wife. It Hatartia, lassa um.
meg was found guilty Of manslaughter ard sen
teueed e tho penitentiafy for two years.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

SIGHT DRAFTS ON New ORLEAss-In
sums to suit purchasers for sale at Ali tir,ss
B. MACMURDo, at Exchange Bank. - - :.
dec &--d6m
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

HoLBRooK receives all the new
BOOKS,
MAGAZINES
NEWSPAPERS
PERIODICALS,
AND
CHEAP PUBLICATIONS
In advance of all the other houses.
All orders by mail promptly attended to.
hE-
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

An English Judge has lately decided that n /
On dschafging : s6ryapk has no more
!. eeareh her boxes tka1fhs has TO rsnsssa
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

Some fifty Choctaw Indians left Mobile few days
ago on their way to Arkansas. They displayed a
great deal of feeling in bidding their countrymen
farewell, and many tear was seen trickling down
the cheeks of the children of the forest on the oc
casion
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

FAIR ON CHURCH HILL-The Ladies' of
the 3rd Presbyterian Church, Rev. Mr.. Dunning's,)
will hold FAIR for the sale of useful and fancy ar
hcies. in the Lecture Room of the Church. commenc-
ing MONDAY EVENING. the 9th of March. They
invite the aid of their friends in this effort to obtain
means for the necessary objects of the Church.
SUPPER will be served every evening at O'Clock.
NH 2-dts
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

i. j. CARSON d Co., Nos. Al AND 43
LlGET IT STREET. BALTIMORE, AND NO. ss
r,ent of Bacon, Pork and Lard slwsvs on hand srS
TOT SAFE st lowest market prices. 10 le-ly
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

AMERICAN HOTEL. fft3s
RICH MOND, VIRGINIA.
.MILDEBERGER SMITH pnopessro,
se IDLY Formeyfyat Jonefs Hotel PhilaSsi1Aia
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PURCELL, LADD & CO.,
DRUGGISTS AND DEALERS IN
PAINTS, OILS, DYES, WINDOW
GI,ASS. SC.

ULaSS, &C,
No. % Main Street, corner l4th, Richmond
OFFER for sale large stock, embracing
~ the following In part at low prices, for cash, or
credit to puncsuai dealers.
Sooe lbs best indigo
5 hfds. prime Madder,
1890 lbs. Cream Tartar,
Sne key Sup. CaTh. Sots.
- bbls Spirits Turpentine -
80 DO. Burning Fluid,
$50 dozen Yesst Powders
ao&0 gallons Liuseed Oil,
5aa kegs White Lead, dry and In oil
1900 gallons Lamp Oil,
Ssoa lbs Extract Logwood,
SEQ NutmeFs,
81 hbls. Tanners Oil,
- cases Chrome Green and Yellow
2n0 kegs White Zinc Paint,
q bl Nsnitian Red and Spanish Brown
% do. Alcohol,
10 do. Narnishes,
$50 baskets Sweet Oil,
1900 boxes Window. .Glsss-French and American
10 cases refined Rorax.
e5 do. Coopers lsnslass,
la00 lbs Paris Green.
Coo ounces Sulphate Quinine,
Ayers Cherry Pectorsl, Mustang Lnment,
Arabian Lniment,
Bulls. Sands aud other Ssrsapsrilla,
MLsne's Nermituge, and other popular patent me i.
dicines
Their stock is large and well suited to the trade of
Virginia, North Carolina and Tennessee.
N. B.-Parhcuar attention Is paid TO packing and
shipping. fe 24-d&c
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

FIRE AND MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY.
THE VALLEY COMPANY OF WINCHESTER, Va
B. w. KNOWLES, Agent.
Office at the Bookstore of KNOWLES & WAL.
FORD. corner Main and llth SITS.
3A few dollars paid for insurance, is security for
thousands NH 6-dlm
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

oTTo GoLDscHmrDT has written to Londofi that
Jenny Lind has been compelled, by recent occur.
rences. to abandon her intention Of giving series
Of concertsi in England. ss7-ss
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

ABEL U. MAYO, ATTORNEY AT LAW AND
~ nofAhf rubLiCIOhiceo on Franklin street, under
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08
NOTICE.-Cheap TOBACCO, SNUF]

NOTICE.-Cheap TOBACCO, SNUFF,
IN AND CIGARs-sToRg 1874 MAIN, CORNER oy
l0Tn STREET, RIcBMosp.-J. A. HARRINGTON
keeps constantly on hand aud receiving large and
desirable lots Of fne CIGARS susabIe for all trades
Also, agent for the celebrated brands, Rock Candy
and Pride of Virginia LUMP TOBACCO. mannfac-
tured by Cosby Winfree. Also, for z. Goodwin L
Bros fine cut Chewing and Smoking TOBACCO,
which offer % the public at factory prices.
Orders for Cigars Snuff and Tobacco or snything
IN my line, promptlo filea st short notice and ON Il
beral terms 1t wholesale and retail, at the lowest
market prices, by JAS. A. HARRINGTON,
Sign of Scotch Soldier, Main. corner 10th.
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meet agsin e he Exchaixs Hot<l 81 N
~ - % q March, 70 half Sais m 6elotK = ~
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

DR.. BRAINERD can be consulted at the
Exchange Hotel, Richmond, until March 18th. He is
awaiting the report of the Committee on Correspond
ence in this city.
DR.. BRAINERD has restored peasons to perfect
sight, in of partial and total blindness of from
II weeks TO s. years standing. by from 10 seconds to
minutes application, by scientific method, of his
own discovery, without cutting, pain or wash.
DR.. b. has also cured of Inflammation of va.
of light r-sghtedness or loss of sight from
age. and near-sig ghtedness-all of which have re-
mained permanent to the present moment.
NH
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LYONS KATHAIRoN.-FOR PREsERy1s

LYONS KATHAIRON.-FOR PRESERVING,
RESTORING AND BEAUTIFYING THE HAIR is the most
delightful and wonderful article world the ever pro-
duced Its astonishing is without precedent
in the history of the ateria Medica Dark and uxu.
RANT curs soft and glossy hair with scores of adni-
rers tmark this ladies is the universal effect of the
Kathairon. Bald and Grey Heads were perfectly
astonished '.The Kathairon has fully restored my
hair after badness of IL years. A. j. CouRTRIGHT
rs Bond street, N. Y" The Kathairon is a certain
cure for Nervous Headache, and all cutaneous dis
eases Sold by all dealers, everywhere. Try it.
Price only Is cents in large bottes
d. S. BARNES, Propritr, 16l Broadway, NY
fe Adm ~ =
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ONDON PORTER, In quart and pnt
~ bottles, for ssls
nh 3 GEO. !. HERRING,
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SPECIAL NOTICES.

To ALI. WHOSE HAIR is FALLINo orr or
TURNING GREy, we would advise to use FLETCH.
EkS HAIR TONIC, prepared by John Johnson II
is the best remedy for the Hair that s now In use II
sets like magic in eradicating Dandruff from the
Scalp lt makes the coarsest hair soft and plant;
FLETCHER,Si IN Dressing Hair. One or two appli.
CATIONS week being sufficient to keep It in healthy
condition. f - e1''"'
No Lady's toilet should be without a bottle.
Is seld by Bennett l. Beers A. Drval John H.
Blair, Broad street. and under the American Hotel
wholesale and retail, by the manufacturer
JOHN JOHNSON.
~ d. NO charge tor u trial, mh6
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

THOMAS j. EVANS, ATTORNEY AT LAW.
Practices in all the Courts of the city of Richmond
and the county of Henrico.
Office moved to Wing Building. corner of Gover.
nor and Franklin streets fe 8--Imt
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r EONARD IN CLOVER.
II Since TOM LEONARD,s COIrGH npcpo

have got TO be the rage,
The rush q tremendous accordin,
He has cured 80 many thousands the weIkin rinss
aloud
With blessnys from the other side of Jordan.
His Instant Relief and Speedy Cure
Sets the inhsbitanh Of Richmond agoin,,
HIS friends dock 10 him from aII parts Of town
And some from the other side Of Jordan.
Try his celebrated Cough Drops, In 25 cant bottles
Te be had only Of THO6. LEONARD.
Drugsisf, Lc. "a Broad 1t.
. De mot forget his Cough Medicine, this instant :
lief And ev4o6y euY0, n =
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

SHAKsPEAREAN NREvIvAL.-Shakspeare' beauti-
full and romantic play of 'eThe Tempest has been
successfully produced at the Varieties in New Or
leans Mrs. c Howard accurately carried out the
part OF Arid. When Richmond comes to be a
great city, we presume the legitimate drama will
be revived at the Marshall. 7l
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BOWERS FLESH TINT DAGUER-

Il REOTYPES are certainly the most natural and
hUeke we have ever seen; they really beautiful
and speak for themselves. Mr.. Powers has, by the
aid of one of the first masters of colors brought the
Daguerrean art to perfection, producing beautiful
resemblance 10 Miniature Painting. His pictures are
peculiar TO himself and be copied by no other
artist.
The fesh.tiat is certainly the greatest wonder of
the age. If you want a likeness call on POWERS
l39 Main street Eagle square. sign of the Red Flag
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-03-08

HENRY G. CANNON, ATTORNEY AT LAW,
NOTARY PUBLIC, and Commissioner of Desds
&c for New York, Pennsylvans. North Carolins,
South Caroline, Alabama, Tennessee, Ohio, Indi.
ana, Missouri, Wisconsin, Iowa, &c.
Practices in the Courts of Richmond ciry and Hen.
slco county VIII attend promptly to all Legal and
NotsTiai busness with which he may be entrusted.
Once ON Franklin near Governor street.
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KENT, PAINE & KENT.
IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC
DRY GOODS,
SPRING TRADE, 1854

WE are receiving per steamers and
w packets, from Glasgow, Liverpool and Havre,
our spring importation of
BRITISH. FRENCH AND GERMAN
DRY GOODS,
purchased upon the best terms, entirely for cash,
comprising very large and splendid assortment of
new and beautiful styles. And by various arrivals
from New York and Boston. are receiving q full
supply of AMERICAN FABRICS, embracing every
variety.
We are also prepared with large stock of ready
made CLOTHING, manufactured at home, under
our own supervision, in the latest and best style.
With stock unusually large, and well selected ;
with increased facilities for doing business and with
every exertion part to secure the best trade
that comes to the market, respectfully invite the
merchants of Virginia, North Carolina and Tennes-
see to examine stock before purchasing with the
assurance that goods will be sold as low as thew
can be bought in any market IN this country
IL is our purpose 10 keep stock up throughout
the year and merchants visiting city, at any ca.
son, will find us well prepared to serve them
KENT, PAINE Il KENT.
RICHMOND, Feb. "a, 1854 fe "a
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GREAT BARGAINs.-T. r. PRICE &, co.
offer GREAT BARGAINS in rich Dress SILKS,
MOUSLlNE DE LANES, BAREGES BAREGE
DE LANES, French LAWNS, GINGHAMS, cold
embroidered MUSLINS, FOULARDS, &c. &c with
preaching season. left from former seasons TO
be sold at low prices, to make room for new stock
IA--Irn " o-'
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JOHN l.. WILLIAMS, ATTORNEY AT LAW,
Richmond, Va practices in the Inferior and Superi.
or Courts of the city of Richmond and the county of
Henrico.
Ohice-with Arthur A. Morson, Esq, for the pre-
sent.
REFERENCES:
ARTHUR A. MoRsoN, Esq. WILLIAMS & BROTHER.
fe 17-dlm
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COUTH-WESTERN VIRGINIA.-TTS

SUUIH-W ECIEhN VIhGINIA.-TIS
~ TRADE.-The valuable trade with Soutl-wes-
tern Virginia alias Little Tennessee" Is attracting
and more the attention of merchants not only
in Richmond but in other cities. The newspaper is
the best medium through which to extend the COM
mercia intercourse with the community in that part
Of the State The ABINGDON DEMOCRAT is a
widely circulated paper and Abingdon Is the prin-
cipai own in Little Tennessee, 1t affords an excel
lent channel for the advertiseme nts of merchants
who desire to Increase their trade with the South
West
The undersigned, who Ia proprietor OF that paper,
Will be pleased TO receive such advertisements He
may be found at the Senate Chamber any day this
week.
fe23 I'M n BRUNET
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GENERAL AGENCY, FOR THE SALE AND
PURCHASE OF LANDs.-FRANK G. RUFFIN, Secre-
tdryof the Prginfa State agricultural Society," and
N. AUGUST offer their services to the public as
GENERAL AGENTS for the sale and purchase of
LANDS in pT9inia and the Southern and Westera
States.
Ohice--at the Office of the Tirginia State 44gricul
tdrat Society, No. lis Main street
n AUGUST. NOTARY PUBLIC AND ACCOUNTANT
Otfce-as above. fe 8-ts
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VOLUNTARY SrARvATIoN.-A woman who gave
her name as Harrison, supposed to belong to New
Haven, died in Hartford Conn.,, on the Sd inst.
from voluntary starvation. She was discovered {
lew days ago, but steadily refused to take nourish
ment, and for long time to giveher name. The
cause is supposed to be the desertion of her hus
band. Her age was about 40.
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- =.
Persons wishing TO insure, or to consult DIR B. pro-
fessionally, will find him in his office between the
hours of 10 A. NJ. and l P. NJ, and from to oclk
P. M. NH hS-6t*
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NH 4-ln

LIFE INSURANCE, (WH1TE Persons AND
SLAVES. 1.-The NATIONAL SAFETY LIFE INSURANCE
AND TRUST CoMPANY-CHARTER PEaPETUAL-CA.
PITAL $3.50, ,000.-Princpal office No. 62 Walnut st
Philadelphia Office in Richmond, in Lisle's Row.
next to Messrs Toler Il Cooks.
This is one of the safest companies in the United
States, and offers the greatest advantages in regard
to Life Insurance.
The lives of white persons insured upon the MU-
TUAL SYSTEM for any length of time. Slaves insured
for more years
Call and procure pamphlets and circular contain
ing rates, &c, which may be had gratis of
C. r. BRICKEN, M. D.,
Agent and Medical Examiner