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Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05
GRAND HAVEN & CHICAGO ROUTE.

In consequence of detention for her boiler the
Propeller Ottawa will be delayed few days in Ia
king her place on the route between Grand Haven
and Chicago. Ferry & Sons have, however, secured
the Propeller Robert III. Foss, Capt. Jas. Keyo, to
ply on this route until the Ottawa arrives. The
Foss" will make semi-weekly trips as follows:
Leave Chicago, Mondays and Thursdays at o.
clock p. NJ, and arrive at Grand Haven Tuesdays
and Fridays at o'clock A. nj. Leave Grand IIa-
ven Wednesdays and Saturdays at o'clock p. NJ
arrives at Chicago the next mornings.
For freight or passage apply on board or to
X. nj. MITCHELL, & Co. Chicago,
FERRY 4 Sons, Grand Haven.
Grand Haven, June 49, 1854
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

THE observation-disclosures Bonaparte, Of
Baltimore, and his son, Lieut.. Jerome Napoleon
Bonaparte arrived in New York Thursday eve-
ming, and took apartments at the Prescott house.
Both of them bear striking resemblance to the
Bonaparte family. The Lieut. left in the Havre
steamer for France, whittier he has been invited
to visit his grandfather, Prince Jerome, and his
cousin Louis Napoleon, the reigning Emperor.
He is fine looking young officer, little over
six feet in statue, and of graceful bearing and
department. In the present aspect of affairs in
Europe new theatre may be opened to his am
bition, and he is not deficient either in gallantry
or ability to avail himself of it.
His father, who resides in Baltimore, is gen.
tleman of leisure and fortune, and in his appear
ance bears strong resemblance to the first great
Emperor of France.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

~ The water of the lake is now six inches
higher than it was last winter. There is a suf-
fcient depth on the bar to allow passage with
out difficulty to any such craft as have occasion
to enter our harbor.
There is also good stage Of water in the
river. The season has thus far proved very fa-
vorable for navigation and the boats appear to
be doing a heavy business.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

1GRATIoN.--Observation as well as infor.
nation derived from other sources, satisfies us
that our county is receiving unusually large &C.
cessions to its population this season. A con.
siderable number of new corners passed through
our village short time since bound for James
town. The Hollanders are occasionally receiv-
ing additions to their numbers from the old
country. Some fifty persons we are informed
have already reached the Colony and several
hundred more are expected to arrive during
the year. From all other parts we hear that
81 they are coming in"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

A Know NOTHING PREsIDENT.-The first
Presidential candidate of the new party is in the
field. Let all the trumpets sound, and let every
body take notice, that the Know Nothing BAN
ner for 1856 has been or soon will be hung out
upon the outward walls, inscribed with the
name of John M. Clayton, of Delaware, the
original Know Nothing statesman. Mr.. Clay
toms claims are founded upon the introduction
of his amendment into the Nebsaska Bill, provi-
ding that no foreigner should be allowed to vote
or hold office in that Territory. Several mem.
bers of Congress, we are told have endeavored to
enrol themselves with this mysterious society,
but Senator Clayton has by coup detat, head.
ed them ALL He is the Know Nothing candi-
date, and is bound to succeed if the party holds
together long enough. New York Herald
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

The man that don't advertise" is talking
now of selling out and leaving town. He
thinks business is already overdone here, and
chants and business men getalong and pay the ex-
penses of advertising He says trade has been
gradually falling off for year past; in fact it
has been on decline with him ever since he
bought out the person who preceded him who
advertised on liberal and judcious scale
Poor fellow if he will only look into the doors
of his neighbor, who does advertise, he will
readily see where his trade has fallen off" too.
lie had better leave the branches of trade and
commerce and 90 into something not requiring
advertising, to be successful-huntng weasels
for instance. Kalamazoo Telegraph
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

Mr.. John Van Buren, expects to sail for Eu-
rope on the 1st proximo, to be absent from
three to four months. After doing a little
shooting with his old friends in Scotland, it
is understood to be his intention to pay flying
visits to st. Petersburgh and Constantine
pie.
The ex-President, as our readers are aware,
has been in Europe some time. He expects to
pass the coming winter in the east, and to re-
turn the following summer. His son Martin is
with him.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

saY" We are under obligations to Hon. LEW
Is CAss for copy of the speech of Hon. j. p.
BENJAMIN, of Louisiana, on the Nebraska and
Kansas BILL delivered in the Senate of the Uni
ted States, May 25, 1854.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

Col. SUMNER.-The veteran Col. Sumner, of
the American army, a distinguished dragoon of.
fcer and famous for his services on the plains
and among the Indians. having been sent as
bearer ofdispatches to Mr.. Soule, recently, was
ordered, on his return, to make observations
upon the French army, its exercises, drill, tao.
tics, equipments and barrack arrangements. lie
accordingly was presented at court, by Mr.. Ma
son. Dressed in the plain uniform Of the SER
vice-a uniform which had evidently travelled in
the regions of the Rocky Nountains-he was
received by the Emperor surrounded by bril-
liant suite of officers in full dress The Colo
nels military air, his coolness his rusty sword
and damaged uniform pleased the Emperor, who
afterwards said to Mr.. Mason that he recognz-
ed in him at once brave man, and a man who
had seen service on the battlefield.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05
Notice.

MISS BANDELL would announce to the cit-
wi zens of Grand Haven and vicinity that she
has located herself here as Dress Maker, and is
prepared 10 fit or make Dresses on short notice.
Her prices will be moderate; and all work intrust-
ed to her will be done i'm q satisfactory manner.
BY being punctua she hopes to merit q large share
of patronage.
Rooms at the residence of Il. W. Barns, Wash
ington street
P.S. A respectable young lady is wanted TO
learn the Dress making business-a good chance
will be given-apply to Miss b.
Grand Haven, June H. 1851. [151
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

CHoLERA.-This disease appears to be in-
creasing in its ravages. AS many as fifty deaths
have been reported in New York during sim
gle week. In Boston, Detroit and Chicago, ia
tai cases are said to have occurred. But in all
of these places the best physicians assert that
the disease does not exist in an epidemic form.
Advices from Vera Cruz up to June 22nd an
ounce its further spread in Mexico, and that in
many parts it was raging with fearful violence.
This was particularly the case at the Capitol
where there had been as high as two hundred
deaths in single day. Among the victims
were numbered Madame Sontag, MI. Barclay,
Secretary of the English Legation, at Mexico,
Signor Brustamenteos, of the Spanish Lega-
ton, at Mexico, and many other distinguished
persons. The death of Madame Sontag occur
red on the 18th and caused profound sensa-
ton.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

On the lst of May shocking accident occur
ed on the Peruvian coast. A large armed ship
belonging to the Peruvian Navy, called the Mer-
cadio, had been sent to small port some three
leagues north of Callao, to bring up troops.
The steamer Semac was sent to tow the Merca-
dio back to Callao The tow lines broke, and
the ship drifted against rock, where she bilged,
and swinging clear, sank, carrying down with
her $40 men, 73l of whom persisted! The
captain and most of the officers were among
them.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

TRAvEL.-The Propeller FoSs left this place
for Chicago, on Saturday evening last, with
eighty passengers This does not far exceed
the number she has carried at one time on pre-
vious trips
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

LIGHT-HoUsEs TO BE Standardization
have appeared for proposals to build number
of lighthouses at different points on the upper
lakes. Three Of these are to be on Lake Mich
igan; one Of them at the north point of Mil
waukee Bay, one at Point Betsey and one at the
mouth of Grand River. The site of the one
at this place was designated by the Superintend-
ent of Lights last fall, and is further back from
the river than that of the present structures and
on higher ground. The material of the old
tower and dwelling we were informed, is to be
used in the construction of the new building
which will be after the plan of the one at Mus
kegon.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

CENsUs.-Although the time fixed by law for
the supervisors of the several towns to make
their census returns to the county clerk has
passed, none have been received from Casino
va, Chester, Ravenna, Spring Lake and Muske-
gon. We trust that they will yet be forwarded
and satisfactory reason given for the delay, or
that the penalty of the law, which is fine of
one hundred dollars, will be imposed on the de-
lnquents. We had intended to lay before our
readers this week, some of the results Of the
census of our county, but are obliged to defer
the matter for the reason above given.
The population Of this township is GIL, of
which number 3S3 are males, and 2SS females.
The number of marriages for the year preced-
ing the taking of the census was 6, and the num-
Der of deaths 6. The increase of population with
in the last four years has been GAL. In some
of the towns the rate of increase has been still
higher.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

DETROIT MARKET.-On the 2Sth, -four had
fallen to SIS, and wheat to $3.50. Corn was
steady at 60 c. and oats at 4Oc.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

DONNETS.-The latest fashion of Lawn, Eng
ID lish Straw, French Lace and Silk Bonnets,
with Straw Silk, and other trimmings for the
same are to be found at Ed s.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

FIRST OF THE SEAsoN.-Mr. LATHUM present
ed us, on the Goth ult, with aquantty of new
potatoes that were quite large enough for table
use. Make note Of this, also of the fact that
they were cultivated by Mr.. LATHUM himself in
the forbiddng sands of Grand Haven.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

LAUNCH OF THE MICHIGAN BELLE.-The scow
vessel, lately completed at North Bend, Capt. H
A. REED master builder, was launched on the
LIST. inst This new craft is designed for the
lumber trade, cost $4,000, will carry about "a
NJ feet of lumber, ard was evidently construct
ed more with reference to profit than show
The launch took place at 8 o'clock in the morn
ing. AS the day was fine and the proprie
tors, Messrs. PARKS g. WHITE, had chartered
the steamer Algoma for the conveyance o.
such of our villagers as wished to be present
on the occasion, a large crowd was collected
who had the satisfaction of seeing the thing q
off in complete style.
"The sound of hammers, blow on blow,
Knocking away the shores and spurs
And see she stirs-
She starts-she moves-and seems to feel
The thrill of life along her keel,
And spurning with her foot the ground
With one eXulting, joyous bound,
She leaps into the oceans arms !"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

O&O. RAILRoAD-PRoGREss OF THE WORK.
We have from time TO time taken pains to
collect and present to our readers all the facts
within our reach relating to the progress of the
O. g. O. Railroad and design to continue to do
so, till we see this important work completed,
and the cars running upon it.
We learn upon good authority, that por-
ton of the iron for the track arrived in New
York some weeks ago, and it is expected that
a quantity sufficient to lay the track as far as
Owasso, will soon be received there. Some of
that already received is probably on its way to
Detroit, where we are expecting to hear OF its
arrival soon. The work of grading is steadily
going on, and the heaviest of it between Ponti-
&C and this village is already done. Messrs.
Chandler g. Co. are getting along finely with
their job, and we should Judge they would have
it completed for five miles eastward from this
place in the course of the next month. We are
informed that Mr. Pratt, who has the next job
to the eastward (three miles in length we think
is likely to have his completed about the same
time. The balance of the distance TO Pontiac
we understand, the work is under the manage
ment of the original contractor, MIR. Howard,
who has an effective force engaged upon it. A
company of bridge builders has commenced OPP
erations, being now engaged in erecting the first
bridge, at Pontiac Cover the Clinton river, and
will work this way, putting up the bridges
wherever required. The contractors and agents
are also purchasing ties, along the line, to have
them in readiness when wanted. West Of this
village the work is also progressing.
Although we know nothing of the designs OF
the company, further than others may know by
observation and inquiry, we see no reason why
the road should not be in operation as far as this
place, and perhaps further, by the coming fall.
We have seen statement in some of the pa
pers-we know not upon what authorty-that
the company designed to have the cars running
to the center of Clinton county by the first of
January next. Probably it would he more safe
to say, to Corunna or Owasso, by the time men,
toned. Fentonvllle Observer.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

The man who tried to sweeten his tea with
one of his wife's smiles, has Z" fallen back" on
sugar
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

eSy" Our thanks are due Mr.. HIRAM BEAN
for late Detroit papers received during the week.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05
Ready Made Clothing

IN great quantities has arrived, in Grand Haven,
l. at the new store of HaXton, Cutler & Warts,
purchased expressly for the wants of this market.
The stock is made up of the best materials and in
go cd styles We have Brown Linen Coats from
6 to 20s also Kentucky Jeans, Cassmeres, Tweeds,
and Broad Cloth, Frock and Sack Coats Cottonade,
Linen, Doeskin, and fancy Cashmere Pants, Linen,
Marseilles Valencia, Cashmere Drat d Etc Vests,
Overals, Overshrts, Oil Clothing, &c, all of which
we are selling at very low prices H. c. & w.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

1854. FERRY & SONS, 1864.
FORWARDLNG &. COMMISSION
MERCHANTS,
Central Dock, Water ST., Grand Haven, Mich.
Goods from Chicago, deposited with
r.. M. MITCHELL g. CO.,
1872 and 1914 Fire Proof Warehouse Water St,
Chicago, will be forwarded without delay.
w,,M r,,nn VIM. M. FERRY, Jr,
:" ~" THos. w. FERRY.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

NEXT GovERNoR.-The Detroit Times fully
endorses the remarks we made two weeks since
in reference to the nomination Of JOHN s. BAR
RY, as candidate for our next Governor, but
says that it has the best authority for stating
that he will peremptorily decline the nomina-
ton if rendered him. One after another of the
Democratic Journals of the State are declaring
their preferences for Ex-Gov. BARRY, and if our
Judgment is not at fault he is the best man on
whom the party could unite next fall. Under
the circumstances we can hardly be reconciled
to the belief that he would decline the nomina-
ton, and we trust that the final event will show a
different determination from that expressed thro'
the Times.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

ID IBBONS Ribbons, q winter stock of bonnet
III and other ribbons, for sale by +. 4 Sons.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

- UMMER PRINTS, Lawns and Bareges, just re-
- ceived at the Drug and Variety Store
l.. M. S. SMITH.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05
THE GRAND RIVER TIMES.
GRAND HAVEN, MICHGANs
WEDNESDAY EVENING, JULY, s, 1854.
The CRops-Throughout this county, as w

The CROPS Throughout this county, as we
are informed, the growing crops are generally
promising. This is particularly the case in res
pect to wheat We learn from the Grand Rap
ids Enquirer that the same is true with regard
to the wheat crop of Kent, Ionia and Barry, and
that in those counties the prospect for a good
yield has rarely if ever been better. From 9TH
er parts Of the State reports are less favorable.
In the two southern tiers of counties it is said
there will not be over half crop of wheat.
The New York Tribune, sometime since, pub
lished an interesting summary of the crop pros
poets in different parts of the Union. This was
prepared with much care from what had been
said on the subject by exchanges and cores
pondents, and the conclusions were drawn that
the general crop of the United States would be
an average one, that there would be fair yield
of wheat, and that prices would come down,
though not to the figures at which they stood
last fall.
On the whole we think the farmers of this
region are now highly favored. Prices of bread
stuffs are very high, and though there may be
considerable decline, still, it is certain that the
abundant products of their fields will, in conse-
quence of the partial failure of crops in other
parts of the country be in ready demand and
at prices, too, that will be quite remunerative.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

HOSIERY, for Ladies and Gents. An assort-
j l. ment at the Drug and Variety store Mill
Point l.. M. S. SMITH.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

OUR STOCK of Groceries consists in part of
~ N. o. Sugar, p r. do. Stuarts Syrups and
Molasses, Fresh Raisins in l2 and Ia boxes, Cod
fish, the best in market, ETC., etc.
Oour stock is now complete and we are selling
cheap for cash. Ladies and Gentlemen, give us d
call HAXTON, CUTLER 4 WARTS.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

DLACK TEA, choice article at Mill Point.
ID L. M. S. SMITH.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05
HAXTON. CUTLER & WARTS

A RE now receiving from Propellers Pocahontas
N and Troy, the balance of their large and eX
tensive Spring and Summer stock of Hardware,
Groceriers and Crockery, to which we invite the
attention of all those who wish to buy goods ut
very low prices.
Grand Haven, June s. 1854.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

IACKONETS, Swiss and Book Muslins, at the
q Drug and Variety store, Mill Point
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

GLOVES and Mtts Silk Lsle Thread and Kid,
l.. M. S. SMITH.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

MUSKETO NET for sale at Mill Point, by
WI l.. M. S. SMITH.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

ID OPLINS.-Beautiful patterns, just opened at
l. the Variety store, Mill Point.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

- GUNNER HATS, Leghorn, Canton, Florence
- and Palm Leaf, at the Commercial Emporium,
Mill Point
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

COFFIN TRIMNIINGS.-Handles and Screws,
" Brass Butts and Nails, at Mill Point
L. M. S. SMITH.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

T AIDES Caps, Rosettes, Head Dresses and Col
IL lars, quite variety, for safe at less than the
cost of the MATERIAL at the Drug and Variety store
Mill Point, corner of Park and Barber streets.
Don't forget the place. l.. M. S. SMITH.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

DRICE'S celebrated Fine Cut Tobacco, at
l. SMITHS, Mill Point.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

CUTLERY.-Knives,S Scissors Razors, ETC., etc,
" at SMITHS Commercial Emporium, Mill
Point
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

WE have just received another large addition
w to our already extensive stock of Dry Goods,
Groceries, etc, etc. and continue to sell little
cheaper than the cheapest.
Please call and examine our Goods and prices
before purchasing elsewhere. III. G. & w.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

(tROCKERY and Glass Warc-a full assortment
" Just received by He w
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

4 DELAIDES a new article for Ladies' Dresses
n at the Commercial Emporium Mill Point
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-07-05

nRIED APPLES Raisins and Figs, at the Drug
~ and Variety store Mill Point.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1854-01-25
RALEIGH, WEDN ES1AY ANUARY 25, 1854

wen go security for a Wing Governor, Whig Leg
islature, Wing Senators-nay Wing everything, be-
fore next Christmas. That "rckety Affair," the
Standard wants 5000 subscribers to annihilate
gerry. Pshaw Towser may as well bark at the
mOon."
The above is alike classical and forceful 1t lifts
one up 20 the level of Addison, and Steele, and
Hawthorne; it makes one feel better, and breathe
eer, and gaze more nten,ly at that luminary which
ought not to twinkle, but shine; it assures us that
whatsoever may happen to letters or to polite learn
ing elsewhere here such things will be cared for and
duly set out for the admiration of all-especially
that rhetorical flourish about "Towser" and the
moon" And such witt We cannot tell-and we
would not, if we COULD for might not be believed
how sincerely we have laughed at the wit OF that
paper. We beg our contemporary to be-if at.all
possible little more subdued and commonp place (;
and to give, now and then, attention to facts.
"Now, none can say this is not good advice,
The only mischief is, it comes too late;
Of all experience tits the usual price,
A sort of incomea1 laid on by fate
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1854-01-25
For the Standsrd.

Mr.. EDITOR: The names Of many distinguished
men of the Democratic party having been mentioned
in your valuable paper in connection with the nom
ination for Governor, permit to suggest that of
W. w. AVERY, of the County of Burke, than whom
there is not more able and fearless champion of
Democratic principles. We, of the East, concede
the nomination to the West, and think the candi-
date of our party should come from the mountain
district.
Should Mr. Avery receive the nomination The East
will cast for him the largest vote she has given
any Democratic candidate, and no one doubts his
popularity in the West He has, for several sessions
Of our Legislature, represented his County in the
House OF Commons, having been elected by large
majoritics in County which is Wing by some hun
drcds Having achieved such triumphs in his own
County over the abcst men of the Wing party, can
he not do likewise in other contests? He unites all
the necessary qualifications, ability, soundness ex-
pericnce and popularity. WAYNE. :