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MEssRs. EDIroRs:-Please permit me to

MEssRs. EDIToRs:-Please permit me to
call the attention of your large auditory, the public
to the Concert of Vocal and instrumental music,
which see advertised to be given TONIGHT, in
the Rev Mr.. Cummings church. Broad street,
Church Hill am not interested personally in this
Concert. but am interested, that those who love
good music should not lose the opportunity, which
some OF the best musical talent of our city, Of
tettes and solos, aud the names by which they to
be susta ned should be uf sent ensure full house.
In the chorufes. the choir of the church 10 TO be
aided by well known and approved musical perform.
err, from all parts of the city. Tho object of the
Concerto ensble the choir to defray expenses in
CURED In the construction of gallery for their ac-
worthy of patronage. oc 17-1t PUBLICUS.
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Arnoar ! TxrorAlhrs.-]

AInosT TETOTA Howard Gen
try, ono Of the best naiured fellows In the world
reeled into Count yesterday morning, under chasgs
Of the officers, having been picked up 10 Pink AIlsy
and Gagged while gIorirusy drunk. Howard, not
withstandinr bis condition, was % hsppy % lord,
spd declared thaf though drunk, he was ateeoealler
10 .a.en me pseage, me s,s;n
through with his present spree. He had never been
in tho cage before but one Tina and then his weak
ness-his fondn % for blue ruin-had got him 10
the scrape Just let him get clear Of the cursed
fumes once more, and that pledge which goes Into
effect next Saturday shall be his guiding star,
III the last trump shall sound The Justice order
ed that Howard should be locked up for season,
to which he readily consented, - no one volur teer
ed to become his security for his future good beha
yior
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The U. s. Minister to Spain Mr.. Soule, has been
eral private conclaves, says letter, had been held
at the legation there 1t Is not supposed, however,
that any important subject was treated. Mr.. Soule,
will return to Spain shortly, In spite of the general
idea that he is too much compromised to resume his
Sickles, were with him. and Mr. Soule, Sr. states
that Immediately upon his entrance into France
from Spain he found himself most annoyingly OBJ
served by the French police, an employee of which
never lost sight of him whenever he left bis room
He thinks, it is said, that the unceasing vigil
lance has followed him to Paris, and that literally
not sep II taken ti... s,,o Iev. ~f lie
hotel but is subject of note and report to this gov
eminent through the police.
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HALF SEAS Own John Clshan, an old

HALF SEAS OVER John Clahan, an cid
SALT INDUCED his appetite for strong drink too free
ly last Sabbath afternoon, and, as consequence,
men came upon him, he was high and dry on the
sidewalk, and being unseaworthy, taken in
tow and drawn into the cage, where his hull was
overhauled and patched up. ready for service
Yesterday morning, he appeared before Alderman
Farrar, and announcing himself ready to sail, re-
ceived his clearance, with orders to make for an.
other port by the first fair wind
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WAroH Fousp.-On Saturday night last

WATCH FoUND.-On Saturday night last
a negro fellow stepped into Mr. Doerfinger's Jew
elry store and exhibited to him gold watch, the
value of which he desired to know As soon as
Mr.. D. got possession of the watch, he demanded
IN knoy where il cnn,e FROM when the black thief
ran of, leaving it behind. Since then Mr.. D. has
ascertained that the watch in his possession belong
ed to Mr.. c. Fl Lowenthall, corner of Sd and Broad
streets, and was stolen from him some weeks since
1t will be remembered that at the time this watch
was first stolen Mr.. L. had young lady arrested
the thief, and that she was examined before the
Mayor and acquitted
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THE MARYLAND INSTITUTE The Fair Of the
Maryland Institute will be kept open until WednesI
day night next. 1t has been patronized beyond al.
former years. and the list of membership has large
" increased On Saturday last Gays the Baltimore
SUM there was present at the Hall a committee
from the Virginia Institute, located at Richmond,
soliciting the attention of the depostors here to
their exhibition which takes place shortly, and de-
string contributions. The Sun mentions fact ex-
pressive of the reputation which the Maryland In
situte has abroad that three associations OF sim
liar character formed since the Maryland Institute
came into existence, have adopted the same gener'
al plan of proceedings, regulations, &c. These
three associations are located In Cincinnatb
Charleston and Richmond.
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Cry NUmBERs.-The summons against
William Smith, for failing to have bis coal cart
numbered, was heard ana dismissed by Alderman
Farrar Capt White, the officer who reported the
case saw W. s. the left side of the cart, but did
not see the number. Another witness testified that
the number the right side ofthe cart, mark.
ed with chalk
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FOR LADIEs.-FALL AND

WINTEK sHOE6.-We RESPECTFULLY esk
the attention Of Ladiss TO varied and sxtsnsivs
stock Of SHOES snd CATERS. suitable for their
use the present and approsching seasons. We have
soles. at prices varying from $50 10 e275; white
1stn and Kid Caters from IS 70 o.; Morocco and
10000 g. peers from o. TO ei 50; also, Kid ana No
rocco Jenny Lind and Buskins, smbssclng some a.
tine - has eyer bscn sffsrsd IL this city In short
We have We believe almost every kind and style usu.
ally CALL for ladies In want Of Shoes aIs rsspeot
Tally invite ed 70 give ne oan aud We PROMISE that
hey shall fseeye polite attention. and evesy induce.
o. e. oen WHITE fA1E. Is Maia 4
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COMMERCIAL.
RICHMOND MARKETS, octob

RICHMOND MARKETS. October 16.
FLOUR-We quote Canal at S8 per Dbl, market
quiet 1he arrivals still very light and the stock
limited.
WHEAT.-We quote Sl.550sl6 60 for prime red
and white Arrivals limited.
CORN.-Ws quote 8509O ets. Arrivals light.
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BoND FIRE.-The Junior Sons of Ameri-
ca had large bond FIRE and celebration on Church
Hill last night in honor of the late triumphs of th
American party in Maryland, Pennsylvania and
Ohio. Sky rockets were sent up, and the boys
had grand joliication In their own way.
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RUNAwAy.-A pair of fine bay horses, at
tached to carriage, ran away yesterday evening,
down 18th street, upsetting the carriage when op.
posite Gallego mills, and breaking the tongue, but
doing no other damage.
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No REGIsTER.-Agnes Gwynn, free ne.
gress arrested and Gagged for want of legiater
brought before Alderman Farrar yesterday and af-
ter o hearing, discharged, her freedom having been
proved, and the Justice beirg assured that her re-
gister should be obtained at the next term Of the
Hastings Court.
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BuRsrED.-As dray loaded with flour
was passing up Governor street yesterday after
noon, two barrels rolled off, lost their headings,
and altered the precious treasure the street.
The driver, lame darby, gathered up the frag.
ments replaced them In the barrels, and moved off
az though nothing had happened.
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OBsTRUcTIoN.-Isaac A. Goddin was
summoned before the acting Mayor yesterday
morning to show cause why he should not be fined
for obstructing 9th street. At the request of Mr..
G. the cause was continued until Wednesday to
give the presiding Justice an opportunity Of exam
lining the premises
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NEW GROCERY eToRE-Coexrn 81

a. 20 And BnoAp 6rnEETs.--The euhecriber takee
this method Of returning THINKS for the liberal "a
:ronags hoxatoebse exe nded to hin, and inforsns
bis h,enes snd the public generally that he hssre-
gteetA next e HE old sand, who're he would ~
lIse q g 80 ~ fends and asssres ~ he = hss
more extensive an1 spuuoiiooe horse be has
songantly "a han( Asslsct ttosb 81 0soesyies Ia.
Eesthengsres ~. CHA0. n. TAMNE4
ecI7--d1ms ~ "a ~ SiN IS a ss
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MARINE NEWS.
PORT or RICHMoNp. Oct. Is.

ARRIVED,
stesmship Jamestown. Cavsndy, New York, mdse.
and passengers
Steamer selvidere, Pritehsrd, Baltimore, mdse.,
Ludlam & Watson.
schr. Wcstoyer, Rogers, Boston, mdss, D. Curri..
Schr. Mary Willis, Travers, Baltimore, mdse., w.
D. CoIquitt Co. 80
Schr: Baltimore, Phillips Baltimore, mlss.. w. D.
Colduitt Co.
Scnr Ann Hsmbleton, Thomas. Philadelphia, mdse
w. d. Coiquitt Co
Schr Nsg's Head Gstier, North Carsna, lumber.
Schr. Oceola, Culpsper. North Carolina lumber.
SAILED.
Schr. Hugh Fry, Booze Baltimore, coal.
BALTIMORE, Oct 10 Cleared, schrs Col. Davis,
Adams, for Richmond; Nsiad, Brownley, do; Hsbs,
North, do.
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FALL AND WINTER MILLINERY.
NJ RS. +. LYON.

Orer tie Methodist Book Concern)
Hrn is now in receipt of new and ell
sgant supply ofwiuter MI LLINERY, select
~ ed BY herself. at tho most fashionable estsb-
80 lishments in New York, and other northern
cities Her stock consists of Straw, Silk Satin
and Velvet BONNETs; Ribbons French Flowers.
Feather; Mourning and Dress Caps; Hair Braids,
black Bracelets, &C., sc, to which she solicts
continuance Of the patronage 20 literally bestowed
on her BY her customers and the public, assurins
please.
Dresses. Closks. Msntels &c. made to order also.
variety Of handsome Dieas and Cloak Trimmings
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FIHED.-Cohn e. Wolf, clothiers on Main
street near the market house. were fined 81 and
costs for obstructing the sidewalk with a printed
eou
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GREAT ATTRAoTIoN.-We noticed yes
terday afternoon in front of Pratts Daguerrean GaIe
~, an en mous Mouse head the largest ever in
this CITY,
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A CARD have this day Come to the
"A determination to cell in future FOR CASH
ONLY, as shall have no expenses for charging
goods collecting bills and accommodating bad debts,
will enable to sell much cheaper for cash. shall
continue to keep GROCERIES Of the very best quail
To those who have paid me their bills punctually,
feel grateful, and hope they will continue to favor
me with th cir orders.
All goods bought from me will be delivered free of
charge. 7. w TURPIN,
Richmond, 18th Oct. 1854 &C 17-I2t
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Cor CLEAR.-Thomas Binns, after spend
ing Sabbath evening in the cage. for naughty con-
duct wasset at liberty yesterday morning by Alder
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The CIRCUIT CoURT-Judge Meredith
presiding-wil commence its fall term this morn.
ing, at the State Court House. The criminal doc
ket is unusually long, and will give the Common.
wealth's Attorney, NJ. Johnson. Esq a vast amount
of labor to perform. The Grand Jury, we pre-
sumo. will sit at IL o'clock for the transaction OF
business
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MARRIED

At Locust Grove, New Kent county, on Tuesday.
10th Oct, by the Rev. Mr.. Stevens, JOHN A. DI-
Wis, of Richmond, to Miss MARY JANE CLOP-
TON, of New Kent
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DIsmIssED.-The warrant against George
E. Sadler, charging him with threatening to assault
Henry Wolf, was dismissed by Alderman Farrar,
the evidence proving that the complainant was in
peaceable, quiet citizen, but not good natured
enough to be imposed upon without resenting it.
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In TRoUBLE.-The Russian ship which took re-
fuge time time ago in the Atlantic Dock basin
New York, has been libelled for the value of pro-
visions put on board of her at Liverpool. The
captain cannot communicate with her owners In
r ussia and don't know what to do.
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MAsT-The Staunton Messenger says that
the oldest inhabitants have never known
such mast as there is this year. The abun-
dance of this favorite and valuable food of
hogs, will enable many to fatten their hogs
without corn, and, under the circumstances,
is truly Godsend.
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TIE Sr CHARLrs.-There is great con

The ST. CHARLEs.-Ihere IL great COM
motion just now In the St. Charles-carpets, oil
cloth, etc, are rapidly covering the foors-fne
furniture very stylish indeed) IL going into the
house, and very elegant chandeliers and other 6ne
things are accommodating In different rooms to give
light, beauty and comfort to the establishment 1t
will be opened on Monday, when every thing win
be a. brishtas new pin, and the traveller viii find
there, no doubt, the best of good cheer. The ST.
Charles will be valuable addition to our means OF
accommodation for the people during the Fair.
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r. We are indebted to Hon. T. H. Bayly
for copy of his able speech on the Consti-
tutional Power of Congress over the Public
Lands
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PAssEreERs PER SrEAnsHIp JAsr.ror.

from New York, yesterday: =,
w = Hewlett. Beach. Cunuiusb.r. n. =
WMner, Mn A Hsndeison. MriWardvell and i.a y
7 Thrift and lady, 9 Saunders, 4 Dull. Mii:y,'
Pether6ndse. Miss B BadingtoD, A Pesdie.
- = Todd, Miles and lady. w q WeseIi. ~
Lans1on. Griffin. + J Cormick, w Walton. w q
s snip.s Sharp. a Mayo, = Bradshaw y, Ma.
Steers Bradley, p Roberts, n RamssvS d ~
Jones Y Wsllacs, @ Nichols r x Aksrnan. i
gdslL = Cievilis, " koger. " nossn j., O a Jef.
lady ArWsdsxorth and LADY, K sesacs,. " = Hos.
lner snd isdy Miss s Moore Mn Wsueh. Mn 1ock
20 child, Aiss y LANCE. w 4 Armistsad, and n Is
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A LEAP FROM THE CARS AND REMARKABLE Es-
cAPE.-The Eastern train from Portland, between
Maiden and Somervle, was going al the rate of 40
miles an hour when man who was In the saloon
Of the car, and somewhat intoxicated, suddenly
leaped through the car window. He was not in the
least injured nor did he show any apparent i'll ef
fects from his remarkable leap.
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NoRToLK CoNvESrioE.-As the period JOE
this Convention is drawing near. It Is time
delegates were appointed to represent this
city. We suggest that meeting be held IN
the basement Of Metropolitan Hall, on Mon
day evening. At half past o'clock, for In's
purpose. II this meets the concurrence "
those Who take an interest in the mat.e,'
notice calling the meeting will be puonsneu
tomorrow. AL.
His important that we should have sei,
cation n The Norfolk Convention, winch
should include our ablest men, an. =,
tina. .uch win be appointed and thai tney WA
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APPoINrMENTs.-Jeferso B. Bowen, postmaster
at Adkinsville, Wayne county, Vail. Adkins, re-
signed. John Porterield, postmaster at Macksbaugh
Giles county, Va-Chas. C. Miller, resigned.
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BROAD hOCK hACEs.-Ih6 races over
this Course commence today, with swsepstake
for three years old colts and llies mile eate 5000
for which there are three entries and If all start
it will be difficult matter to guess the winner Mr..
Fowlers "Artbur," grey gelding by Glencoe, has
proved himself colt OF great speed and from pre-
vious performances, will doubtless be literally
backed for the purse. Mr.. DalIahunt's Henry il
also promising colt; and Mr.. Green's augusta, !"
perfect SINCE cat
Immediately after the above race, another sweep-
stake, for four year olds, will come off for which
"Voltaire," John Hopkins" and "Garret Davis"
are to be the contestants. Each of these horses
are well known to the racing world for great speed
and If all OF them are in good fix the efield" will
be the card In the betting circles
Persons deeirous of attending the races will have
ample opportunities for SO doing at small expense,
as an extra train of cars will leave the Richmond
and Petersburg Railroad Depot, and carry passen-
gers within half q mile of the Course, and bring
them back for only fifty cents In addition to this,
hacks and buses will run from Wall and l4th
streets during the morning, 80 that all who desire
it, will not lack facilities tor gettingto Broad Rock,
which 10 one of the most quiet and retired race
courses In the Union. Let the friends of the turf
turn out then, and give Proprietor Green substan-
tia aid in building up sport, which tends to the
Improvement of the blooded stock of the State and
affords ample amusement for those who can appre
clafe well contested race.
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T No tidings have yet been received con-
corning DIR. Carter p johnson. His friends
still have hopes that he did not embark on
board the Arctic. The next steamer will pro-
badly put an end to doubt.
DIR. johnson was the Professor, not Demon
strator, las was inadvertently stated Of Anat-
omy in the Medical College.
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BILL PARRow and his Southern Opera
Troupe are now holding forth to delighted audi
ences at Odd Fellows Hall. We see that " Her.
naaez. the homeless man, is yet with the Company,
and that little GEORGE EpwARDs. 90 hiUhlv spoken
OF by the press is charming his audiences with his
rich vocal powers. Call and see them.
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NEW SPECIAL NOTICES.

AUCTION NoTIcE.-Attention is solicited
to sale of Furniture, 6c.. This Morning, at 10
o'clock. LARUS l. SHINE,
oc III "a, Main street
SPECIAL NoTIcE.--Country Merchants
and others respectfully invited to attend my auc
ton sales Of Watches, Jewelry and Fancy Goods at
O'Clock. See advertisement.
ELIAS HALE
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r. The Board of Missions of the Ameri-
can Episcopal Church, which has just ad-
iourned at Hartford, Connecticut, passed =
resolution to hold its next annual meeting IN
Richmond, in October, 1885. The Board
embraces eminent prelates and divines OF the
Episcopal Church of the United States, and
their assemblages are occasions of great in
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Sec advertisement Of Nj. r W. Lunpkin
another coIumn.
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KUEKEL's NIGHrIEGALEs have rich bill
for thi. evening AZ win be seen BY the advsrtse-
men the Fairy Star" the ereatest vionist Of the
ton with the Troupe this evening. Master Adsms
~ great favoTite ever, and Harry Lehr loses
nothing By frequent vistfs. Those who can witness
one OF their burlesques without laughing. have no
soul ior fun OF mirth. Their music b superb, and
never fails 10 draw crowded housea. IS
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SACRED COSCERT The Choir of the
Third Presbyterian Church. Church Hill, assisted
ton In the musical world, intend giving a grand
Concert this evening, when they expect to be vial
ted by all who can appreciate the concord of sweet
sounds, which they expect to produce. The pro
gramme selected tor the occasion is just such a.
will please the public ear and we therefore trnst
that the house win be crowded to oyerHowinp' a.
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THr Youso GuAnD's Erouasron.-Tl

TIE You've GUARD's ExcuRsIoH.-This
excursion promises to b the most brilliant affair
of tho season. Every arrangement hes been made
by the managers for the enjoymeut and comfort Of
the guests, whife an enlcient police corps, from
Richuond and Hanover, win be In attendance %
preserve order. An extra train viii leave the Cot
tage for Richmond q 10 O'Clock r. ~, for The &C.
Of fhosc Who wish TO return q Cd
early hour
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IETIIRNINH

Leave Columbia, Monday, Wednesday and Friday,
at A. Ma and.pas. Pemberton at 81 A. II jefferson
II A. NJ, Cedar Point r. NJ. Michesx's Ferry r.
NJ, Judes Ferry q r. NJ, Dover Mills23 P M; Man.
akin town 81 P. NJ, Tuckahos P. M, and arrive In
Richmond at 81 Pm.
BOYD. EDMOND DAVENPORT.
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AsosrMous LxTTKRs.-We never notice
anonymous letters. They exhibit such an
utter want Of manliness, frankness, and
courage. as at once to sink their authors be-
low contempt. We must be excused, there
fore, for disposing OF all past and future ia
vors. from whatever section they may come,
with this summary notice.
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3S4el71EI& FARE Is CENTS-By our
Iday line from Richmsnd to Colum.
bia and intermediate distances. On and after tie
10Th inst, our Packet Boat FANNY. Cast. j. B,
STRONG, will leave Richmond, Tuesday, Thursdsy
and Saturday, It AM, and arrive in Columbia, a
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THE UsrvrRHrY.--The Charlosfesvlne Az.
vocate thinks there win be mos les mn ~
.sudsnt. Il the University Of Virginia this
....;or This win be within one hundred and
en-. ~ the number at Harvard. the crack
Irn;xsrsity Of the North. Truly, this is going
.h..d with a rush. "A little more grape,
c.nt Bragg" and the days our own.
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O'Clock. - 8
Tickets 50 cents-can b had ct the door % the
store. ~
The Plano Forte, used on this oceasion> = kin1iy
furuiahed BY Mr.. n. Morris. % u
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OLD BULLION Is said to be Ia ecstAcies at
the anti Nsbraska triumph in the white slaye
States. He thinks the Nebraska Bin ID
not popular in the Great Valley Of the
Wet or In the country at large. His Ian
guags y 4 i MT popular, Sir, ! thought 20
n he beginning, Sir. My opinion Il CON
afmed, Sir. Il = MT popular. The voice Of
the people must be obeyed. Il must be bow.
Cd TO, 81.
OABullion still has hopes Of political pro-
notion. h be looking to be the successor Of
Piercei What says Seward