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Washington sentinel., 1854-04-27
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Concert Of MIR. Aptommas.-The musical en-

Concert of MIR. Aptommas.-Thc musical en-
tertainments TO which citizens are invited 70
morrow evening win be one Of unusual attrac-
tons, combining vocal and instrumental per-
formances Of q high order. The harp, beautiful
and classical an instrument il is, is little cu
tivated in our country that to most persons its ex-
quisite powers are quite unknown; for, with The
exception Of Bochsa, who had already fallen from
his palmy days, no artist of this instrument has
ever visited us We shall now, however, have
an opportunity Of Judging for ourselves, as Mr.
Aptommas brings from Europe the high reputa-
tion ofbeing, since the famous Alvarss death, the
greatest living harpest. His name and skill are
familiar TO all who read foreign papers or keep
advised of musical events abroad and for the
last two years his talent and powers have re-
ceived enthusiastic appreciation in London We
especially congratulate those ladies who have
studied this graceful instrument upon the rare
chance of hearing its strings vibrate to masters
touch and, although not so fortunate ourselves
as to be among that number, we anticipate the
pleasure always to be derived from the exhibition
of remarkable talent. OF the artists who aid in
the concert we have seen the most encomiastic-
notices and letters from the best musicians Of
New York and Boston; and judging from the pro-
grammo, which is positively charming, we infer
most favorably Of their taste and artistic quality.
Union.
A Pleasant Change.-YeNeruay anetao~s,
between three and four o'clock, our city was again
enveloped-in dusty gloom, so characteristic of
Washington when the strong wind has a full sweep
along the thoroughfares from west TO east Eyes
and noses suffered extremely from the contact
with the gritty particles, and many pedestrians as
if in desperation sought shelter in stores skirtlng
their lines Of travel. There was, in every direc-
ton brisk rattling tin signs and banging OF
shutters, and an extensive lifting off Of hats and
awnings from their appropriate supports, together
with an unusual commotion among both mankind
and horses. This state Of things continued for
twenty minutes or more, when down came heavy
shower, which speedily precipitated the dnst-
clouds. Every one, of course, then breathed
freer and deeper" The thunder continued TO roll
and the lightning to flash, and the rain to fall, for
two hours thus purifying the atmosphere and
imparting general air Of freshness
The Omnibus LMe.-The other day we had
occasion to speak of the unaccommodating dispo-
sition Of the omnibus-drvers; but wishing, as far
as we can, 10 relieve that class, though in slight
degree, from the blame that now attaches to them,
we with pleasure state that, yesterday afternoon,
we actually saw one OF the drivers turn his omni-
bus to the curb-stone to receive passengers.
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HB Special .Notice.-HENRY'S INYIG0RATING
CORDIALThe merits of this purely vegetable extract
the removal and of physical prostration, genital
debility affections &C., &c are fully described in
another column of this paper to which the reader Is
erred 81 per bottle bottles for 3d. six bottles for S.
S16 per dozen Observe the marks of the genuine.
Prepared only by s. i. COHEN, No Franklin Row,
For sale by all the respectable druggists and merchants
throughout the country, and by
CANDY q HATCH, Baltimore.
,s PEEL STEVENS, Alexandria, Va,
Wholesale Agents for Virginia.
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ITEMS OF .NEy ..


The CLASSIC FIGURE OF SPEEcH.-In Mr..
Benton's speech on the Nebraska bill, delivered
on Tuesday in the House Of Representatives,
he said he supposed that he would be allowed
to repeat figure Of speech used by Mr.. Burke
in the British House of Commons, which he
stated was in reference to Lord Thurlow, who
had interyened in some Legislative business
contrary to the orators sense of right and
decorum, and that Burke said of Thurlow's
intrusive opinion that he did not care three
Jumps Of a louise for it." The doughty ex-sena-
tor, we apprehend, was mistaken in attributing
the remark to Burke. If our memory of the
story be right, it was lady who made the OBJ
servation to Burke, who thereupon made the
following epigram
"a lady has told me, and in her own house,
That She does not care for me three skips OF
louise.
forgive the dear creature for what she has said
For women will speak Of sohaa runs ~ fMer
keadn
MADAME ZsALAwAzKY, a sister Of Kossuth,
applied lately to the judge of the New York
court of common pleas for the care and Gus
tody Of her little boy--the child being detained
by its father. She keeps store in Broadway,
supporting her family by her own exertlons.
The husband was much affected, and gave up
the child to the mother. The cause of the
difficulty is said to grow out Of reverse OF
fortune.
THE CoAsT-SURvEY STEAMER LEGARE, Lieut..
J. N. Mafit, commanding, sailed from Charles
ton on the 23d, to take temperature soundings
in the Gulf stream Lieut.. M. has lately been
surveying the new channel into Charleston
harbor which bears his name, and found that
It had gained two feet in depth since 1852.
The STEAMER WILLIAM NORRIS, on the
stocks. (built to cross the Atlantic in four days
was sold on the 23d for $4,000. If there is
probability Of her being able to perform the trip
even in six, eight, or even ten days, her pur-
chaser has got decided bargain. We think
she cost $4,000.
THREE DuELs have been fought in California,
all originating in the election matters. In one
Of these affairs, J. s. Landon, Of FL Dorado
county, was killed.
There has also been a fight between two
factions of Chinese, each numbering several
hundred, at the mines, in Ell Dorado. Many
were killed, and wounded.
ST.. GEoRGE's DAY was celebrated IN mon
treal on the 25th The lord bishop OF Canada,
preached sermon on the occasion, and IN the
evening the anniversary dinner took place
The same occasion was also celebrated in New
York on magnificent scale by the st. Georges
Society.
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NoTTAGE OR VILLA LOT AT PRI-

y vate sale---The subscriber will sell at private
sale lot of ground, containing twenty acres, lying
on the Lcesburg turnpike, in Fairfax county, Eve
miles from Georgetown. This property is beauti-
folv situated for a cottage or villa residence Its
location is perfectly healthy, and in consequence
of il being considerably elevated, i commands an
miles. About 12 acres is highly improved and
well set in clover, upon which there is young
orchard of choice fruit trees selected with great
care, and well planted; there 10 also upon the
premises material sufficient 70 construct large
dwelling JAMES McNERHANY.
LAseLY, Fairfax county, Va. Apr 27--iw
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supreme Court of the United States.

w EDNEsUAI1 HP " ~ ~ = Nj
Philip j. Joachimsen, esq, Of New York
was admitted an attorney and counsellor of this
court.
No. 49, Louis D. Gamache ct al, plaintiffs
in error, os. Francois x. Piquignot ct al. The
argument of this cause was continued by Mr.
Holmes, for the plaintiff in error, and by Mr..
Picot, for the defendant in error, and con-
cluded by Mr.. Holmes, for the plaintiff in error.
Adjourned till tomorrow, at II o'clock, q. M
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8 NJ mMsEnrfnts.

FRANCONIS
HIPPoDRo
THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING
Will be presented the historical pageant OF
M& The Tournament
OF the Field Of Cloth Of Gold
After which
Scenes of the Course, the Field, the arena, and
the Stadium.
The representations of the Hippodrome will con-
tinue during
ONE WEEK ONLYl
For the accommodation of families and parties
coming from distance,
DAY EXHIBITIONS
Will be given daily, commencing at o'clock.
Prices--Box seats, ST.; Parqueite, SO cents;
Pit, 25 cents. Children under 9, halfprice to Box
and Parquette No halfprice to Pit.
Doors open at past and past 7 o'clock Per
formances will commence at and o'clock, p m.
g Apr 25
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of the beautiful lines we gave to our reade
upon the same sad theme: ,
ron returning, after an interval of two year
% that deserted burial-place, we found this lit
star jessamne, which had wonderfully survive
for it had been planted close to the foot OF 7
evergreen tree, which, with everything else, h
been removedl
Twas in pleasure greenwood spot,
Close to her little home,"
We laid our darling down to rest,
Beneath the wild flowers bloom.
We planted all her favorite things
There in her favorite shade,
Where off, in her young loveness,
Her gentle sports she made
But lifes swift changes brought the hour,
Which severed this sad band;
The I" little homo" Of greenwood rest
Passed TO a stranger hand.
When days had heightened into years,
Again we sought that scene,
Which, through all cares of wanderings,
Deep in our hearts had been.
Nought there remained to casual eye,
To mark the hallowed ground;
But loves quick glance one fragile plant
Amid the ruin found.
sweet and touching was the sight;
A small forgotten thing
Still clnging to the sacred spot
OF its first blossoming.
Half buried in the fallen leaves)
Only l0Ue's eve might trace
In this frail guardian of the past
A dim familiar grace.
The foot of rowing animal
Had gently passed it by;.
And, strong in weakness, there it stood,
Lone star of memory.
Thro' winters frost and summers heat,
II there had struggled on,
When all the bright and cherished things
Which shared its trust, were gone.
We sadly took it from that spot;
lit soon must perish there0
Yet (for that we were wanderersO
Our path it could not share.
So we gave it to hand of love,
Who knew its sweet sad tale,
And placed il in safe retreat,
Mid other relics pale.
Linked with those cherished gatherings
Of the severed kindred chain,
II warns beneath the eye Of love,
(. And springs to life again.
A gentle relic of the past
How sweet type thou ART
OF that strong band Of household love,
Which death can never part.
Fewer and feebler seem the chords
Which meet the earthly eye,
As times dissolving course goes on
Towards eternity.
But, in thy slight and trembling stem,
Full greeness still hath been,
Though shrouded in the fallen leaves
OF iife's oft.changing scene.
And firm thy root beside the grave
Through every varying day.
And still thou lift'st thy feeble head
Towards the heavenly ray.
o, faithful root o, struggling stem. h
o, leaf Of fadeless green!
True embems are ye Of the love
A mothers heart within.
True emblems of the christian hope
Unto mother given;
Which, rooted at the early grave,
Still strives TO look to Heaven.
Small small its growth of christian faith,
Like thy frail quivering shoot;
Yet mercys CLEANS give secret strength
To the still dcathless root.
And thus, through hfe's oft-changing day,
II family struggles still: ~
A Fathers hand can raise il up
To meet that Fathers will.
Its faith still nourished at the grave,
Its hope TO sunshine given;
Thus may the feeble human heart
Be strong for earth and Heaven.
GID
JuNs. 1854
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DIED.

Yesterday morning, the 25th instant Mrs. ANN ESPEY
In the Goth year Of her age.
In this city, the oath instant, DR.. EDWARDH II. CAR
MICHAEL late Of fredericksburg, Virginia. in the 5sth
year his age Dr. has been extensively known as an
eminent practitioner Of medicine and surgery He leaves
disconsoate family and friends to depore bis
lOaa < y I {. Z.
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Markets.

Nrw YonK, April 26.--Flour is frmer--sales o
$50 bbs, at 81 81 for State and - 81 LOT - onso 90
.nles Of 500 bbis. southern, at 50 6S @ - o.
yvh.at dnu Corn better----sales of26, 900 bushels
a ss "a Sc cents. Provisions firm. Whisky, dull.
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Dcnarture of the America.

America sailed at noon to-day, for Liverpool, with
one hundred passengers, among whom was "a. y.
Northrop, of New York, bearer Of dispatches 70
London, and Ross Browne, esq. She TOOK ou'
500 900 in specie
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News by Telegraph.--We have just received,
bv telegraph the fact that GILMAN'S tnstantane-
ous LIQUID HAIR DYE is the only article now
used in the fashionable circles at Washington, all
other preparations having died ont.-Fzortda Re-
publican.
For sale by z. d. GILMAN, Chemist,
Apr2 Washington city
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The Barque C.rapeshot.

NEw ORLEANS, april 25.--The barque Grape
shot which arrived here last week from New York
and was supposed to have the celebrated muskets
of George Laws on board, is still below. Her
destination is involved in mystery.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-27

Thermomer.-The average height from the
2Oth TO the 26th instant inclusive was 400
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MEDICAL CARD.-Dr. Geo. A. Dyer
Iyl oHers his professional services TO the pub
lie. Onice and residence at Judge Bibbs, corner
Of 0lh and q strsets, VA Mar ll--dlm
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GEORGE carp, JR.,
GENERAL COMMISSION MERCHANT,

FOR THE SALE OF
Bar, Bloom, scotch and American FOUNDRY
and Forge Pig Iron.
Pig Lead, Lead Pipe, Sheet Lead, &c.
No. So North Wharves, above Race Street.
PHILADELPHIA. Ts8ah
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PART FIRST.


Duet-aThe Syren and Friar,
Miss Brainerd and Mr. Camoenz, Louis Emanuel
Grand Fantasia, Harp, (Montecchi
and Semiramide,) } as performed
by Mr.. Aptommas before the
Royal Family in London, pre-
vious to his departure for Ame-
RIGA. ...................... Alvars.
Barcarola--" Sulla Poppa del mio
Brik,n Mr.. Camoenz.........,. Rcci.
Solo Piano--A "La Harpe Eol-
enne,n (MS. dedicated to Mr..
Aptommas) B. Metropolitan
Concert Polka, composed and
performed by. Charles Wels
Robert toi que Jaime"
accompanied on the harp by
Mr.. r.Aptommas,) Miss Brainerd. Meyerbeer.
Duetto-a La ci darem la mano,"
(aDon Giovanni Miss Brain
erd and Camoenz. mozart.
i. ,5 SECOND PART.
Grand Duo, Harp aud Piano-"O
Dolce Concento,n Mr.. Aptom-
mas and Pianist. ............ Hertz.
Song-aThe Monk" Mr. Ca
moenz. z...................... Meyerbeer
Solo, Harp: "Home, Sweet Home"
Mr.. Aptommas.. ............. Aptommas.
Sleighng Song-Miss Brainerd,
/ ,cornposed for her by. w. G. Beames.
Caprice Harp" Dance of the aae
Fairies.n Mr.. Aptommas. Alvans.
Dnetto--is o Ouanto Amore,n elixir i5c I'll
Of Love,) Miss Brainerd and i.l
Mr.. Camoenz.. ..''-........ Donizetti.
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celebrated Pianist will preside at the Piano
Forte. "a
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\ Tickets Of admission 81, 10 be had a, the Music
Store of Mr.. Davis. Apr25
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p r OG r. A M M l.
OF THE
CONCERT

NG1. AFToNENGA
THE Great Ha,pistD
To take place on THURDAY EVENING, April
81, commencing at o'clock, at
CARUSrS SALOON.
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TNINE DIAMOND JEWELRY.-I am
II constantly receiving and manufacturing TO
order new styles of Diamond and all kinds OF hne
Jewelry and Silverware, at the lowest New York
nrices. and from fifteen TO twenty-five per cent.
cheaper than goods of the same quality can be
bought for at other establishments this city orese-
where Please call al the sign Of the Large Spread
Eagle, between Al and 9th streets, Pennsylvaaia
avcnne III. o. HOOD.
N. B-Watches and Jcwelry carefully repaired.
Apr 26--,f ass
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TOR LEASE.-The National Theatre In
the city Of Washington, for the ensuing sea-
son. or for a term years The National Theatre
is one of the largest in the world, and yet every
meritorious attraction can fill it.
with the alterations and improvements con-
templated, it will be in every respect desirable
establishment
If suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would acccde TO the following arrange
ment s t.4.f+s.
The entire receipts to be distributed thus: The
current expenses; the salaries Of the members
the rent. All surplus to be divided among the
members OF the company, in the proportion of
their respective salaries. The Proprietor would
have no claim for. rent until after payment Of cur
rent expenses and salaries.
The proprietor would like, therefore, to receive
communications, with particulars, from parties in
clincd to this mode OF action, The purpose Of
the Proprietor is to secure the Vest talent by pay
ing to il all the profits. Every letter received will
be known TO the Proprietor alone, who will not
feel himself at liberty TO reveal the name of any
party addressing him on this subject.
All communications prepaid, and addressed
ato tho Proprietor OF the National Theatre, box
242, Washington city, d. Q,
Apr 14--lm f.s$s ss,s li..s
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nURE SIENNA FIGS.-A very pleasant,
safe, and effectual remedy for constipation Of
the bowels particularly recommended TO persons
leading sedentary life, as pleasant, but sure
aperient. 'Sq k
These figs are prepared with great care from
selected materials, and are so pleasant that no
child will object 10 them. Prepared solely by
W. III. GILMAN,
Cor Penn. av. and Al st.
And sold by druggists generally.
Arr ~ J. ] I
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nIG-LEAD, LEAD, &C. English and
American piglead, lead, TIM and cast-ron
water, and gas pipes; block tin, Scotch pig iroE
and metals generally, at the lowest rates For sale
bv GEORGE EARP, Jr,
No. Sc North Wharves,
Anr 1a-.aw1m Philadelphia.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-27

TRENCH SHIRT BOsOMs.--The rapid
I incIease in the sale Of the new Shirt Bosoms
warrants us in presenting to the trade and our
customers very large assortment of the newest
style, and at the most moderate prices.
Families and shirt-makers will find it cheaper to
buy these bosoms than TO make them. The trade
supplied at wholesale prices at
STEVENS'S
Apr 23-eo3tif Sales Room, Browns Hotel.
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street, Regent street, London, and No. SO bis RUG
de Rvoi Paris, patronized by the royal family
and nobility Of Great Britain and France, may be
consulted daily, from 10 o'clock In the morning
until 4 o'clock in the afternoon, At his Office, at
Mrs Griin's, street, between 9th and lothstrsets
Washington, d. c..
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In addition to the above authenticated testimo-
mails. many thousands more in his possession
among which are several from ladies Of the high.
est rank) can be seen by favoring him with call
at Mrs. Grifin's, s. .
t D street, between 9th and 10th,
Arr 6-1mif Washington, d. c.
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From John Lloyd Martin, M. D.-I do here
by certify that DR. Levi has operated upon my feet
and extracted therefrom several corns and callosl
ties without occasioning me the slightest pain or
uneasincss; and can, with the greatest conn
skllful chiropodist
q JOHN LLOYD MARTIN, M. d.,
Baltimore, Dec. 4, 1852. N. Charles n
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From Henry s. Levert, M d. have just had
painful corn extracted by DR.. Levi with much
skill, and without pain. The operation was simple,
and believe its effects will be permanent. f9.
HENRY s. LEVERT, M. D.
Mobile April Q, 1853. es{ @ fs,y
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From ]. s. McFarlane, M. D. 4 hereby
testify that Mr. Levi has exhibited great skill and
talent in the speedy removal of several corns OF
long standing, and bunion and callosity which
had previously defied the exertions Of several OPP
J. 8. McFARLANE, M. D.,
Corner of Poydras and Circus streets.
New Orleans, January l, 1853.
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From Thomas Oliver Goldsmith, M. D., cor
oner Of Philadelphia do hereby certify that
DR.. Levi has operated upon my daughter for a nail
growing in the flesh, to hers as well as my own
satisfaction; also corn upon her foot, with imme-
diate relief and without the least pain
MI THOS. OLIVER GOLDSMITH, M. D.,
1873 Beach ST., Kensington.
Philadelphia Oct. 49, 1852. 6 lBa
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1854-01-13

We were somewhat impressed with the letter OF the
Secretary of the Board of Public Works the legsa-
tre informing that honorable body that the BOARD could
manage quite easily to spend three millions during the
next two years in the construction of tie Covngton and
Ohio Railroad. We do not doubt the alleged capaci
~ Of the Board at all-but the nouchaiant manner
in which il Is announced striking. We believe
the bill before tho Legislature asks for ace millions
there any for that amount OF course the
Board could digest three millions.
We much fear that this prosct is destined to involve
the State in great difficulties Ten millions is the smallest
sum have heard mentioned for the completion of the
for we have known of public work, which did not
cost at least third than the estimated aui'unt'
Generally they double In this it may be
blcd. We have full confidence in the scheme II we
understand it, the whole work is be 10 the hands and
under the absolute and unchecked control Of the Board
Public Works. We are not willing to vote Eve or even
three millions at lick to that Board. We want faith
The rumors Of nepotsm and speculation which abound
have internally ugly look. We do like them. We
hear il sad whether truly not vouch that
OF the members Of that Board has expressed the
opinion that there is improperly in his buying
property the line Of contemplated Improvement than
private citizen. II this be the fact is time for the
Legislature to begin to think about the abolition Of that
Board. The entertaining such an opinion would argue
such want Of moral sense render any public inter-
insecure in the hands of the who should hold it,
Better stop the work Short than attempt to carry on
under such auspices Tho consequences could Only be
waste aud ruin TO tie Commonwealth
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1854-01-13

They already had arrived late period OF the session
aud the consequence Of this procrastnaton will be to
throw the House pile Of bills Of this character at
tmo when little opportunity will be afforded Of devotinr
TO them duo consideration lilo understood the report
would not up for ten days. aud under that ccun
stance no considered tho better would DO TO DIX
upon particular day for the consideration of these
bills Ho Was willing the House should have all the inor.
nation they required upon these subjects but he did not
think that the intended be pursued was at all
calculated expedite the business OF the session How
in vain that he would make any objection To
that course while tho will Of the majority seemed strongly
in favor OF It.
The question on Mr.. Lees motion To lay the bill op the
table was put and carried.
Mr.. ToNLiS wished state for the information OF the
House. that the public printer left the city that morning to
visit sick parent His partner Mr. Dunavant appeared
before the committee and informed them that Il would be
impossible for him to furnish these reports the House
before ten days
Mr.. MARrz said he had n conversation with member
OF the Board Of Public Works aud he could understand
from him that the reports would hardly be ready for the
printer in ten days.
bill to incorporate the Crags' Creek Navigation
Company.
Mr.. WILEY offered amendment to this bill extending
the period allowed the company for the completion Of the
works from "6v"" to "eight" years. which amendment
adopted
On motion OF Mr. LEE, the bill was laid upou tho
table.
bill to incorporate the Valley Railroad Company.
This bill was also laid the table, ON motion Of Mr.
DEASE.
A bill to authorize the Danvlle and wythevle Turn
pike company to construct a branch of their road.
Mr. STAPLES Of Patrick, seid this asked no appropra-
Of their road at their expense He hoped the House
would exempt 1t from the disposition made OF other bills
during the day.
This bill ordered to be engrosscd
Mr. RUTHERFORD moved to lay all bills upon their ga.
first reading II
The motion agreed to-
adjourned.