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or 22 tons cwt or. lbs. ozs., at 77s 3d., max
ing sum total of f2,075,236. This shows splen.
did return in the market.
Drafts against London per cent discount The
bank advances Cos. per ounce. Freight of gold de-
lvered at the bullion office, London, at AID. per
ounce. Insurance two and half guineas per cent,
free of war risk.
great excitement had occurred amongst the
Melbourne merchants, in consequence of the at
tempted departure Of the Peninsuar and Oriental
Company's steamer Chusan, leaving the citizens and
commercial bodies in great perplexity as to how
they could despatch their correspondence, seeing
they were only left twelve hours.
The bark Irene, bound to Callao, had put into
SItelong for repairs; her pumps were choked with
her sand ballast.
LABOR MARKET
The demand for skilled labor is still in excess Of
the supply, and masOns carpenters blicklay ers and
plasterers readily obtain employment at the rates
quoted below. Agricultural and road laberers are
also sought after, and respectable female servants
are much wanted. Rates Of wages are as follows:
With rations-Genf raj farm servants, f70 to ESQ
per annum; bullock drivers for the roads, f3 to f3
les per week; bullock drivers on farms, e. los. to
f3 per week; cooks, (nale), f2 to f5 per week;
walters, 3Os. 10 40s. per week; shepherds, f40 to
ESQ per annum; hutkeepers, f35 per annum; gar
deners, f70 to fl0O per annum haycutters los. per
ton wood splitters and fencers, i5s. per day fc-
male thorough servants ESQ to f40 per annum ;
laundresses do. do housemaids, EOS to ESQ per an
mum nursemaids, f20 to f25 per anuum cooks,
f40 to ESQ per annum ; married couples f9O to
flO0 per annum.
Without ratons :-Compositors, 2s. 3D. per thou
sand; do f7 Is. per week carpenters 2Os. to 25s.
per day masons, 30s to 35s. per day blacksmiths
and horseshoers, 20s to 25s per day; lab0rers on
the roads, with tent wood. water and tools, 12s to
to l5s. per day ; reapers, 25s. per acre.
In cases where rations are supplied, they consist
of 10 lbs. -four 10 lbs meat, lbs. sugar, h. tea,
weekly, each person.
RATES OF CARRIAGE TO THE DIGGINGs.
The recent boisterous weather has had the effect
of raising the rates Of carriage to the various dig
gings, which may be quoted as below, for the
present. Fair weather will probably lower these
prices once again before they permanently rise for
the winter quarter. Bendigo 35s. per cwt. for mer
chandse 45s. do, luggage. Forest Creek, 30s do.
do. 30s do. Tarrengower, Sos. do do; 45s. do do.
Balaarat 3Os. do. do 40s. do. do Ovens, (no quo
tation) for large quantities lower rates asked,
and by bullock teams, about one.third less is de.
manded, where quick delivery is not an object.
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Our Washington Correspondence.
WASHINGTON, June %, 1854.
The Pacific Mail Contract.

The Pacific Mail Contract.
bill is now before the House Of Representatives
|entitled "a bill to provide q weekly mail service
between the Atlantic States and San Francisco
which provides that the services to be performed
semimonthly, and at such times as, in connection
with other mail service, will secure, as near as
practicable, o weekly mail each way, between
the points designated and determined upon pro.
vided the entire cost of such service shall
not exceed two hundred and fifty thousand
dollars per annum." We believe that the i'm
portance Of our commerce with California requires
this additional mail service and if this were all
that the bill provides for, we should be glad to see
It become law. But the second section of the bill
gives to the Postmaster General the power, and
makes 1t his duty, to determine any existing con.
tract for the service herein required and to make
new contract therefor, when ever greater expedi
tion can be secured within the provisions in this
act expressed.
In the course of debate on this bill on the 18th
inst, Mr.. Taylor, of Ohio asked Mr. McDougall, the
mover, whether the bill which he proposes
and which is now under consideration will inter
fere with the present mail contracts between the
eastern cities of California to which Mr.. McDou
gall replied, mot at ALL" "Then," said Mr.. Tay.
win pass" We believe Mr.. Taylor thus honestly
expressed the opinion of every man who appreciates
the importance Of our trade with California.
What, however, will be his astonishment when he
again examines this attempt to smuggle bill
through Congress, giving the power to the Post
ster-General to repudiate contract made by the
United States, in good faith, and which, far as
we know has been hitherto faithfully and honoraby
complied with by the contrsctors2 IT, as has been
alleged the contractors have forfeited their contract
by any infractions of their covenants let the case
come fairly before Congress for its action; but we
protest, in the name Of the people of the United
States against this covert attempt to repudiate the
pledged faith and contract of its government. Let
the BILL in all its bearings, be carefully examined
and we venture to say that no man who regards the
. honor of his country will give it his vote. There
may be corrupt legislation; but this barefaced at
tempt at fraud upon the people, and dshonor to the
government, cannot be censummated.
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From Rio Janell O.
COMMERCIAL AND SHIPPING NEWS.

COMMERCIAL AND SHIPPING NEWS.
BALTIMORE, June "a, 1854
We are in receipt of Rio Janeiro dates to May 16 The
ofee market showed slight decline inferior grades
slight advance upon selections. Sales reported
10000 bags at 4Aooo 4H5oo. The crop would be
the market about the 1st of July. The -four market
vinced better tone and sales of Richmond had been
made at an advance of 81 per bbl
Arrived May o. bark Hahneman, from New York in
listress cleared again, the 13th for Salinas Bay
Sailed, brig Owenva wa, for New York Cleared, for
New York, bark Utah.
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City INTEL lgence.

PIAsTERERs BHEyoI Esr SOCIETY "A general meeting Of
the Operative PlaseTs Be nevolent Society held
their lodge ROOM corner Twenty seventh staet and
sixth avenue, THURSDAY evening June 22d, to hear
the report Of Frederick A. Talmadge the Law Of grant
ing charters such soci in the United States
an explanation OF the law, ho delivered a short address,
copgratulatipg the members the formation OF the
above society, and encouraging the members go n
the good work thus begun. at the copclu Of his
speech he made the society donation of $40 enable
the H.. mbers to the good work. after which
society passed unanimous vote of thanks to Mr. Tai
madge. The meeting then adjourned.
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Interesting Masonic Celebration.

BosroN, June "a, 1854.
st. Johns day celebrated in birmingham to-day by
the freemasons. The Rev. Mr.. Alger, of Roxbury de-
livered address. dinner took place under large
tent at which numerous speeches delivered About
-four hundred persons went the celebration from
this city.
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We are indebted TO the Purser of the Illinois, also to
Messrs Berford Co.'s Express, for files of California
papers
The mails passengers and treasure were brought
down on the Pacific side to Panama by the steamship
John /. Stephens.
The news has been anticipated by the arrival Of the
North Star
The steamship Sierra Nevada LETT San Francisco she
same day for San Juan del Sur having freight trea
amounting to 81, la, ,T39.
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Propeller Ashore on Lake Huron.

BUFFALO, June "a, 1854.
The propeller Bucephalus was beached and sunk on
AXE Huron while on her passage down with valu-
ble cargo Of -four and corn 1t is thought she will be
got o. The loss is covered by insurance.
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TIE IMPRISONMENT OF THE AMERICAN CONSUL
AT TURKS IsLAHD.-The brig Union, from Turks
island June 8, arrived at this port yesterday. At
last accounts from that island, Mr.. Nelson, the
American consul, had been sent to prison for the
nonpayment of fine imposed by court for an
assault upon an official of the island. When the
Union left, Mr.. Nelson was still in prison. having
determined not to pay his fine, saying that he would
leave his government to take him out. Some of
his friends advised him to pay the fine under pro-
test, but this he declines doing The authorities
of the Island allege that Mr.. Nelson was fined for
the assault, simply, as would have been any other
person, whatever his nativity or official station.
Mr.. Nelson alleges that the prosecution and SEN
tence were the result of personal feeling against
him, and calls upon the American government to
redress his wrongs.-Boston Traveller, June 23.
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DIVIDING THE SPoILs.-On Sunday, four young
Irehmen, belonging to Ware, discovered keg con-
tanning eight pounds Of powder, which had been
left by the workmen on Saturday night, on the new
road between that place and West Brookfeld. They
took it off with them, and, about Q o'clock in the
evening" commenced division of the spois by the
candle light when spark from the candle fell into
the powder, and the explosion which followed burnt
three of the men very severely and blew the other
out of the second story window, iDjuring him so
badly that he il not expected to recover. The ex-
plosion, fire and smoke produced an alarm which
called ont the fire Worcester Sw,
In
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ARRIVAL OF THE ILLINOIS.

NtWs hGm The hOush Pnclfc, ASastrRlin, and
the West Indies.
The mAn steamship Illinois. Captain Hartstene, arrived
at this port yesterday morning, from AspiwsH, which
pert she left the 10th instant havzg beeN detained
araitng the arrivsI Of portion of the nails
ihe illinois brings the California mails Of Juns r ave
hundred and passengers and $685. $50 81 in treasure
on freight cODAip f,llr~os
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AustrasInx, News.
rFrsni the Panama Ifnes .Ju,

Frsm the Panama Iines, june 8 r
We have hle Of the Meioourne 4rgtl- SD to the
2 III hsrth.
Peace ard plenty reigned throughout tbs colony.
Tie geld mines were improving, Spe king OF
is, the argus says that The alteration in the
ate OF exchange on London, BY the banks trsm two
to tlIee Per cent premium, had the effect of raising
TIE previous market rate" Gold is now 7Ss. 6j to
7ss. Cd per ounce, with every probability of its con.
tipuing FIRM. THIS increase of price goes drece and
at once TO the pocket of the digger, without the
ceesty of any assay office to convince him that he
is entitled to it.
The quantity of gold had increased in various
parts OF the colony. In Ballaarat 80 much as GOO
ounces In one week (the week before our file OF pa
peTsD also we see . like increase in Mount Alexan
der and Bendigo.
Heavy rains had fallen, and cam in very sea-
sonable time, for they will have the effect of ena
bling the diggers to commence washing the accu-
mutation of stuff piled up during the long continued
drought, so frequent in Melbourne; and it is conf
IDENTIFY expected to add greatly to the amount Of
this ear. Spectators are sanguine.
The produce has shown gradual increase since
the commencement of this year,
Number of persons arrived 600
Number tina, have left. 239
Addition this week, Gath March) l,429, and for
the year 1897.
The escorts have brought FROM
Ounces.
Mount Alexander and Bendigo. .............. l8 2A
Ballaarat, including Geelong. ong.............. 1880
Amount this week as, ,IO4
ior me ~
Cold shipped IN 1904 5ll279
From Samuel Baddington, to London ........ 24,266
NJ, 80 : -
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News from the south Paclfic.

From the Panama Times, June o.
On Sunday night last, at about ii o'clock, the
Pacific Steam Navigation Company's new screw
steamer Valdiva Captain Crout arrived In our bay,
bringing the mails, 100000 in treasure, and one
hundred passengers.
Our accounts reach to the 18th May. Commercial,
agricultural and mineral resources were rapidly de-
veloping themselves. Peace, order and amity are
FL Norte, the simoom Of Valparaiso, had been rag.
ing with fearful violence, destroying vessels and
properties, also lives In our news Of last month
we noticed and made mention OF the many cataa-
trophies which had occurred on account OF the set
ting in of the rainy season. What with that and the
storm Of the 9Th nt the loss and damage ore COM
puted at $200,0
The Msrc,nio gives the following list Of vessels
lost in the late storm:-
VESSELS SUNK.
Ch,lian.-Bark Esperanza, loaded with -four; brig
Ana, with coal; hulk Guaymas with guano.
VESSELS STRANDED.
Chilian.-Ship Catharna, assorted cargo, for
Mexico; bark Fortuna, Chile, lumber; brig Express,
little iron and coal; brig Longomia, Chile, lumber;
brig Bella Maria Theresa, ballast; brig Hurricane
ballast; schooner Maria Josefa ballast; sloop Col
chogua, ballast
DrsMAsrED or OTHERWISE INJURED.
Chiiian-Ship Jesus Ramos; brig Bella Marga-
rita, lost foremost and bowsprit bark Presidential.
British.-shp New Orleans, stern and counter
cut down, and cutwater started; bark Charles Ma
pier, cathead and bowsprit gear carried away, and
port bow much injured; ship Jhelm, bowsprit, cut-
water rails, shear plank and standing rigging car
ried away; bark Sultana stern, counter and wheeR
carried away, and bends and copper badly chafedS
bark Rhondds, foremast, maipmaTt, bowsprit, and
.cutwater carried away; brig Romuius, stern and
quarters badly chafed.
Hamburg brig Johana Cesar
Two water launches, eighteen lighters, anda greet
number Of boats broken upon the rocks.
AT PAPUDO-sTRANDED.
American ship Corsair, 1000 quintals Of copper
and quantity ofores.
n
Chilian bark Primero.
FREIGHTs AND CHARTERs.-The business Of th0
fortnight has been insignificant. Good first class
vessels for ore to the United States and England ar
scarce and wanted. Within the past few days
nearly two thousand tons Of shipping have arrived
in ballast from Melbourne.
British brig Maid Of the Mill has been chartered
for Glasgow with cargo Of guaDo, at "a SIS.
Flour was selling for 81 20 to 49, Delivered at
Talcuhuano, 750.
POLITICAL MovEMENTs--By this time we sur
mise that Don Manuel Carvall0 has taken tho
budget of home and foreign affairs. We know Don
Manuel personally and have no doubt that with
such an energetic and able Minister, Chile viii
prosper.
Godoi editor Of the Mercpio, stu continues ia
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Domestic MisceiIany.


One hundred and nine dogs killed in Cleveland in
four days under the direction of the city marshal.
The Wilmington (Del) Journal understands that the
Messrs Dupont have appointed two carpenters, two ma
two pasterers and other gentlemen from the best
mechanics in that city, to the damages caused by
the late explosion, in order that full and ample repara
on may be made to the injured parties, without delay
They baye already settled number of the claims In
very satisfactory The loss of property will
amount to from $50, 900 to s35, 900.
The semannua report of the Chief of Police Of New
Orleans s published in the PicayNne. II shows that
within the six months 9,7l0 men and 1897 women
arrested.
We have learned, says the Trenton IN ~ Gazette the
curious and rather alarming fact that within two or
three years past the sale OF opium in this city has in
creased something like one thousand per cent.
The artesian well at Frederick Md has been com
peted shaft has been carried down 5S5 feet and
now the Erancr says the water runs out at the rate
Of ore hundred and ifty gallons minute.
The Nashville Whio saws "a warrant was issued in
New Orleans last Thursday, for the arrest Of free
coored woman, named Marguerite Per,us, who was
alleged to be In the habit Of ltreatng her slaves and
using instruments of torture in their punishment.
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RIvoRCE ExTRAonDiNARY.-A woman applied to
OF attorneys not long snce to take steps to-
wards procuring divorce, on account Of habtual
drunkenness and i'll treatment in her iege lord. The
attorney, who is strong temperance man, was much
impressed with the story of her wrongs, and engaged
to commence necessary proceedings at once. A few
days ago. the fair plaintiff called again to consult
about the case and at the close of the interview in
quired how long il would be before the matter was
finally consummated. The attorney replied that he
sincerely commiserated her situation and woul1 do
all he could to relieve her from it in the shortest
possible time. He thought he would be able to do
so against the 1st of September at farthest. "Ohl'
said she, her voice betrayng the deepest emotions,
"cant il be done sooner, for I'm engaged to marry
another feer in July?n The attorney caulDowered
-TUfn-fVr (Hd0 JfUTpG'
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The Marysville Fire.

The Marysville Express publishes the following
list Of the losses sustained by the fire OF the zoth OF
May
East side of ID Streets. Luis, ST. 900; II. Burton
sl000.; J. G. Greene, $500 David Parks, u 0Oo;
George Minser, 81, 500 JAS. Sweeny, $1,000 mud-
ONeil 81, 500; George Rowe, 50, 900; Nightingale
Bro, 81 900; Dr. Czapkay, 5000; Il. d. Wheeler,
5000; Keyser & Reardan, $1,000; c. N. Gray, $4,000,
and Post Office not estimated.
West side OF d strcet-R. J. Murray, $5 COO; G.
Rldfeld, s2,J 800; N. Defiance s2,5Q0, John Mckin.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-01-19

VALUED TEsrIMoNY.-A citizen of Baltimore,
well known and highly respected, (Wm H. Thum-
lert,) says STABLER'S ANODYNE CHERRY
EXPECTORANT, that it cured him of threat
ened Consumption of six months standing If
persons generally, while suffering from Coughs,
Colds, and other slight diseases of the lungs and
throat, would regard them as ''threatened Con-
SUMPTION, and apply an efficient remedy at once,
there would be far less fatality from this fell dis
ease than at present: stabler's Anodyne Cherry
Expectorant IS confidently recommended in all
such cases, it rarely fails to cure, and always
gives comfort and relief to the sufferer. STAB
LER'S DIARRGA CORDIAL, is an excellent
remedy for diseases of the bowels, and is also Of
fered to the public, with all confidence in it's mer-
its. See the advertisement in lanother column,
and descriptive pamphlet to be had gratis of the
agents. Price for each, only so cents, or six bot
ties for 50 so.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-01-19

'rOWNE & BURCH December |, 1889
~ have just received the following desirable
goods Newest style of al-wool French Merino
Plads, bright colors; wide Plaid Silks, rich colors,
now the achme of fashion and style; a large add-
ton of plain Pau de Sue Silks in all shades and
colors; rich plain black Gro de Rhine and Italian
do; beautiful lot of plaid Mouslins and Prints;
figured Swiss Muslins plaid and striped do; French
worked Sleeves and Bands; do do Collars and
Linen c. Hhfs; Ladies' Wool Scarfs and Com.
forts; Children's do do and Hoods; Hosiery, Gloves
and Ladies Wool Vests.
Alexandra, Va, dec 8.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-01-19
HURD'S GOLDEN GLOSS

TOR THE HAIR.-Among the many prepa-
IL rations for the growth of the HAIR, this GoLD-
Ed Gross takes the lead. Three reasons will be
given why it is SO universally used and preferred
to all others. lst Because it has proved the most
effectual in Badness. I'd, Because it imparts a
beautiful dark gloss and delightful perfume to the
Hair. Sd, Because the Ladies, with fine discrimi-
nation, which they all possess, have adopted it.
Many other reasons could be given why it is a
great favorite, but those who want more have only
to give it trial. Price rs cts. in large bottles
For Sale by Druggists and Storekeepers every
where. w. c. HURD, Proprietor,
3O4 Broadway, New York
Large Discount to Merchants.
nov l7-6m.is
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-01-19
MORE NEW GOODS.

THE subscriber has just received additional
l. supply of GOODS suitable to the present sea-
son. comprising in part the following articles:
Mousne de LANES and Fancy Prints
Linen, Cotton and Silk Handkerchief
Wooden Shaws, drab Cloth do
Edgngs and Satin Ribbons, also Ladies' Dress
Trimmings
Comforts, Cotton Yarn, Quilt Wadding, and
Candle Wick
Flannel and Wooden Goods suitable for servants
wear
Fruit and Confectionery
Queens ware and Tin ware
Cigars and Tobacco, a very superior article,
Fine Salt, Sugar, Cheese, Coffee, Candles, Tea
and Soap. Together with great variety of ar
ticles too tedious to mention, all of which will be
sold upon my usually cheap and accommodating
terms G. w. BARNES.
dec %.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-01-19
TEACHER. WANTED.

vTNHE Trustees of School No. 6, Second Elec-
Il ton District, Charles County, wish to en-
ploy teacher for the year 1854 qualified to teach
the primary branches of an English Education
The salary will be two hundred dollars for ten
months of actual teaching. They will employ
either Gentleman or Lady, but would prefer a
Lady. All applications may be addressed, post
paid, to the Rev. H. B. GOODWIN, Newport,
Charles County, or to either of the Trustees in
person. HENRY b. GOODWIN,
FREDERICK TURNER,
CHARLES r. JOHNSON,
JOHN r. TURNER.
dec eft.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-01-19

S9U reward for the recovery Of the bodies of
ANDREW E. LLOYD, francis LLOYD, and CHARLES
SEMMEs, who are supposed to have been drowned
on Friday, the Odd of December last, between
John T. Stoddert's and Chaptico Bay; or we will
give thirty dollars for either of them.
cashmere pantaoons, aud a plaid vest; had ring
on his finger with yellow set in it; and wore
mustache and goatee. Francis Lloyd had on a
black roundabout, pair of leather boots, black
pantaloons, and plain gold ring on his finger
Charles Semmes had on a pair of gum boots, mix
ed cashmere pantaloons, black roundabout, a
figured vest, white comfort, and a mixed-colored
oat;-light hair. He is about IA years of age.
A. E. Lloyd is about % years, and Francis Lloyd
about 10 years old.
CHARLES G. PERRY,
JAMES w. SEMMES.
Jan. 5, 1S54-tf
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-01-19

TLOAKS and CLOAKINGS-D December LIST,
~ 1s53.-COWNE & BURCH received on
Wednesday morning, from Buepin's Temple of
French Fashions, Broadway, New York, a fresh
supply of Ladies' Cloaks and Cloakings, winter
styles also a lot of very fine French and Velvet
Trimmings to match the Cloths. They have also
arranged to furnish Cloaks at oNE-FoURrH less
price and made in superior style to those bought
ready made in New York, having purchased all
the necessary trimmings of first hands, and of the
finest quality, the trimmings of fine Cloak con-
shutting the chief item in the cost, save the pat
terms; which we have in every variety.
Alexandra, Va. Dec. 8, 1853.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-01-19
In the Orphans Court for Churzes County.

In the Orphans Court for Churzes County.
ORDERED by the Court, this Sd day of Janu-
~ airy, 1854, that the sale of the Real Estate of
John Stone, late of Charles county, deceased,
made and reported by Joseph Young, his Execu-
tor, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the
contrary thereof be shown on or before the Sc
cond Monday in February next; provided copy
of this order be inserted in some newspaper prin-
ted at Port Tobacco, once in each of three sue
cessive weeks before the said second Monday in
February next. The report states the amount of
sales to be $237.
True copy-Test:
T. A. SMITH, Reg. Wills.
Jan 5-3w.