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Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14

O. The Schohnrle R,puJ ican relates the
following incident of the late fire which dcs-
troycd the Richmondvillc Seminary -
There are many Interesting incidents
which occurred during the fire. arnonr which
we recolIect hearing the tnllpwInr: A vnpnr
glr, aged ID years daughter of Mr. Henry
Warner. living near the Seminary, was at the
school when the alarm of fire WIS given
knowing her parents to be absent, she irnmcdl
atc!y ran home, and, from Tire excessive excite
ment tainted when she renchcd the house.
She soon rallied. however, and Sipplnr { fl nor
shoes and stockings gained acccS, to the roof
OF the house, when she directed her lttlc
orother 10 pass up water. Here. amid the
sinok" and clndrrS winch were constantly fall
llhg on the root, she continued 10 fight the
hre, passing from one part of the ruofto another
where stout hearted men would shrink TO
venture, until the danger was over, ami her
father 5 buildings saved from the flames. Such
gir is worthy OF good husband, if she lives
to get married, aud her good sense will I'M
doubiedIv lead her to make proper selection.
Mr. W. may well be proud OF such daughter.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14
The New Hampshire Resolutions.

1t will interest our readers u see the Re-
solutions which the New Hampshire House of
Representatives passed, last Wednesday, The
ADMINISTRATORS fought against them as
long as they could, but all their lodging and
twisting could not avail them The vote had
to come. just think of Pierce, Douglas,
Forney Co., reading them over, one of
these hot days (they are to be sent officially
to the President and members o. Congress)--
how the sweat must roll off their faces The
President will need to 60 back to old Point
Comfort to recruit again, after the effects of
such an infection
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14

~ IT is SAID that Murrill, who kid"qyy,l
solomon Northrop, has been arrested at
Sandy Hill he having been recognized hy
solomon.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14

WHAT CRoP N I'M GEy.srr Cor>rpv-
ihe late sown Wheat It Is id locks hgdlv--
and much reduced crop is csIectci. ne
wee''i Is at work-a ntw enemy IN the valley
of tne Grncsee
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14

CALIroRNh WHEAT CRoP.-lt is apprehen.
ded IN california that the wheat crop of the
state this year, will be too large for thcmills
to he able To grind it all. Bread,tu6, tle
papers say will hcnceforwnrd he cheap. and
the money row sent tc Chill and the cast 10
buy flour, will be retained in tie country
mus while tho pi,e of provisions viii be
low money will b1 plentiful. rhcy Gl ther
say that Hour will s''n hc exported FROM Ca
liiorniq.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14

Tins buying Southern territories, with the
money IN the Treasury, for the exclusive bene
fit OF the South is not what we barrained for
when North and South united to gain our lndc-
pcndoncc, The terrItor al acquisitions have all
been South and Sourhwest-Sou,hern measures
for Southern benefit, ana the extension of
slavery. Texas cost ten millions, California
and New Mexico nearly one hundred millions.
including the expenses of the Mexican war
and now ten millions more are required bv the
Gadsden treaty; one of the grand objects BEING
to locate the great road to the West THROUGH
Texas . This Is however but the commencement.
Cuha Is to be obtained so ehor, and if BY pur-
chase, one hundred millions are said to have
been ofered by the Hon. Franklin Pierce. n
very wealthy gentleman all at once, from New
iia'npshlrr, now residing at Washington. To
be obtained by a war win Spain, the expense
mny, ana probably would be greatly enhanced
The money Is paid, thrcc-fihs at least, by the
North. for the exclusive benefit of the South
ard the pcrpcruaripn of sllvrr..
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14

TH' T. :, .rcri Cont IN Pmtde hia,
datr 4 ,tr'I 80 Iniuneuor against the recon
st uction of the Wheodu, bridge,
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14

Darn AMONG the iloGs.-AbouI 225 hous.
beng OF u drove Of $50 head died from In, en-
cos'We heat on Monday last, while on the
ta>'eln branch of the Illinois Central Railroad.
between Peru and the junction. They were
being transported from Nermriun county To
New York, bat h,1nI 80 closely slowed Il. tie
cars they suii' Gated from the neat. The Tram
went on 20 Dc.rort from the JUNCTION. the dead
ami the llr hugs un,eDlratrd.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1854-07-14

- foRGlhN. Charles H. johnson. said
to belong in south Royalton. Vt, was ar.
rested IN tins village ON Monday last. Tor
trying to negotiate forged note OF ; 100 with
Mr. George II Richards, against Mr. James
wright oI tmS town. lie was examined be-
lore Hon. L'N Chamberlain, and hound over
Tor his appearance al the n.At Court of Com
mon IlthS, nut for want OF bail he was waited
upon by Deputy > niIi Mors, and Constable
Holt To comfortable quAruls IN the county
pll. Either through carcl ssnrss or irnr-
rance III writing Wright he did not spell it
right, but wrote it Write which is not
W riSht,-N HompShW, Sentinel.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
New York q EshfladelDhfa
Cheap Store.

TIME undersigned would respectfully in
4 form the citizens Of Baton Rouge, and
the public generally, that they intend open
ing for the spring trade, CHEAP CASH
STORE, and having perfected system Of
Business, that will enable them 10 purchase
the greater partof their goods in New YoRk
AND PHILADELPHIA, at auction and at the
same time to keep up their stock by con-
slant addition Of new goods by almost every
steamer the necessity Of charging those
large profits does not exist, and by selling
our goods at very small advance on cost
we intend to make it your interest, as well,
as that of every Judge Of Goods, 10 try uron
our terms, which will be CASH AND
CASH ONLY. We will open our new
store about the 1st Of April, and we pro-
pose opening for the spling trade an as
sortmerrt of Silk, fancy ard staple goods
that for extent and variety will snrpass
anything ever offered in this market and
all we ask is the favor Of an examination Of
our stock; being satisfied. that you will be
convinced that it is not your interest to
pay the large profits that are absoiufeIv
essential to those wlo gire long credits. 4
maT.10 ly. M. POPE & co.
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Ei.ssasph;tc OF Lime.

" VIE understgledjs Manufacturing this
i important article Oh large scale.
The planters and sugar manufacturers sen-
orally, may depend upon getting the very
agent. wanted, 70 increase the quantity Of
sugar; and to obtain it winter and purcr.
Directions now to use it, will be delivered
gratis, or sent by mail free of postage.
II. BosNAi,E., Manufacturing Chemist,
IS II 81 Tchovpitoulas Stleet, corner Of
Natchez, New Orleans. $500
The most satisfactory certificates Of the
value Of this preparation Of Line can be
had, from large Sugar plantersin the State
who use it. Address letters post paid 10
Henry BoNApEL, New ORLEANS.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

Hlillinary and Fancy DRY GsooSls.
THE undersigned having par- hased Of
i Mrs Blanchard, her Millinaty Store
adjoining the Grocery, corner Third and
Convention Streets, has added thereto
choice assortment Of Fancy Dry Goods -
The Millinafy department being in charge
Of competent hands, Ladies may rest sssur-
ed OF having all work in that particular
business done strictly in accordance with
the prevailing styles, trial being respect
fully solicited. T. B. O'CONOR.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
A. II. Hodges

TEEFS constantly on hand. plain Hams,
IA Sugar Cured Hams, different Brands,
Rice, salaratus, Teas of different qualities,
Pepper, Spice, Cinnamon, Ginger. Candies,
Powder. Shot and Caps. Soap. Pickles OF
all kinds. Brandy, Fruits, Champagne.
Claret and White Wine Cordials, Loaf
Sugar, Mackerel, Cod fish, dried Herrons.
Sardines, smoking and chewing Tobacco,
Buck wheat and st. Louis Flour, Liquors,
Lard and Fish Oil, Sperm, Talow and Star
Candles &c. may-5-y-
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
BEGAN & LEGENDRE.

Workers in Tin, Copper and Sheet Iron.
Third ST. early opposite Xntchison's stab1e.
TIME subscribers will attend promptly
j. to all orders in their line, making ard
,epairin. cutters. copper pipes for machine
ny, stove pipes, &c. t
GA good stock OF Tin ware always on
hand, and made to order.
may BY. BEGAN Il LEGENDRE.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

nor SPRING MED ,CINES.--Th
4 time for taking medicine for pury-
flying the blood. has come. Those wishing
to enjoy health and vigor during the hot
Summer days, are advised 10 use Morti-
mer's Bitter Cordial, the best Medicine for
that purpose. offer at the same time a
large stock of popular Sarsaparillas and
Alternatives For sale by
march-7 A, GOLDMAN,
Apotbecary. Post Office corner.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
;. 4. VALET.

NE W RUG s TOR r.
THIRD STREET, BATON ROUGL, LA.
one door iyouit or IVtlnchd,sl's Groce1y,
NEAR THE MARKET.
HAVING opened Drug Store in baton Rouge at
III the above mentioned place, the subscriber bcgs
leave respectfully to call the attention Of his old
friends and acquaintances to the same. ja
His stock Is selected with care, and with strict
reference to the wants Of the people. Fresh sup
plies are constantly being received which will en-
able him to keep a full, well selected and varied
assortment. sse 3s7e est
Along practical experience warrants him in
promising TO give entire satisfaction.
Country orders promptly filled.
Physicians can rely on having their prescriptions
carefully prepared at all hours. feb-9-y-w&d.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
EEaton Rouge Sfo.,,n Corn NiII.

CANON Rouge Steam Corn W1KI.
THE undersigned having now in course
L OF construction in Cincinnati, the nee
essary machinery and fixtures for the est,b-
lishing in Baton Rouge Of a Steam Corn
Mill, will within the latter part OF the
coming month tjune) be prepared to sup
ply the town and adjoining country, or Or
ders for shipment, with superior quality
of corn meal. gifts, homonv. chicken and
COW feed. In the meantime families and
others in want Of small quantities Of fresh
ground corn meal can be supplied from the
store Of the writer from and after Monday
the 18th. may-13. JOSHUA BEAL
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

Late Arrivals.
900 bags White Corn.
COV 10 barrels Creole Rice
10 frkins choice table Butter.
10 boxes new Cheese.
barrels Dried Apples.
10 quarter barrels No. / Mackerel
10 kits do do.
And for sale by lot or retail. ..
may-27. JOSHUA BEAL.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
NEW SPRING MILLINERY.
Shirt Making.

MISS Margaret Grady begs leave to in
lNI form the Gentlemen OF Baton Rouge
that she is prepared to make fine shirts in
the very best manner. The best references
can be given-residenc on Government
street near Geo P. Briant's. may-3-tf.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

TO the CitizenSof Baton Rouge
THROWPHYSIC TO TIE DOGS.
PUEVERMACE3EEs'S
NYRO ELECTRIC VdLTRiC CHAINS,
Producing instant relif from the most
acute paim, and permanently GU
ring all NeWatgic Diseases
Rhauma tism, painful and swelled Joints, neural
gs of the Face Deafness, Blindness, st. vitns
Dance, palpitations of the Heart. periodical
Headache, pains in the Stomache, In
digestion. Dyspepsia, Urtine pains.
THESE CIIAINa were first introduced in the
L city Of New York, less than year since, ano
after being subjected to the most thorough trial
in every hospital in the city, by Drs VALENTINO
Mott, Post, Carnochan and Van Buren,, il was dis.
covered that they possess strange and wonderful
power in the relief and cure ofthe above class OF
diseases, and they at once recommended, through
the papers Of the city, their general use, and Their
sale and the success that has attended their use
is unpdrdteIed.
Previous to their introduction into this country
they were used in every hospital in Europe, and
are secured by patents in France, Germany, Aus.
tra Prussia and England and also in the Untet
States.
"1hi,.k riose ndpon7cr weH0
The principles upon which it is claimed that tbs
Chains produce their marvellous cures, are, first
that all NERVOUS DISEASES are attended and pro.
duced by deficient supply of nervous fud and
an agent that resembles closely electricity, or
electric magnetism; and second-tbat the cleo trio
magnetic chains, by being worn over and upon
the part and organ diseased, furnish to the ex.
hausted nervous system,by its powerful stimula.
ting effects the nervous full which Is required to
produce healthy action through the entire sys.
tenn Nsdsgustng nostrum is allowed to be TAX en-
while using the Chains, but rigid observance OF
the general laws of health are required. Brisk
&J,or ,v< ooaA odd tr
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

Hay. CORN, BRAN AND OATS
IL For sale a. reduced prices, at feed
grocery and produce store Of
may13. JOSHUA BEAI..
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
State of Louisiana.

KNOW all men by these presents that the city
of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, acknowled
GEES to be indebted, to the New Orie ms and Baton
Rouge Rail Road Company in the sum Of One
Thousand Dollars, which the said city of Baton
Rouge, promises to pay, In current money Of the
United States, to the order Of the President of
the said Company, in Twenty years from the date
hereof; and also to pay interest at the rate Of
six per cent. per aDnum. payable sem-annually
at the office Of the Treasurer Of the said city, in
Baton Rouge, on the first day Of ---and first
day Of ------ in every year upon the delivery Of
he interest warrants, in the margin hereof until
he payment Of said principal sum transferable
by endorsement.
In testimony whereof the Mayor Of the city Of
Baton Rouge has signed these presents, and the
Treasurer Of the said city has countersigned the
same, the seal Of Baton Rouge being thereto
affixed.
Done at Baton Rouge, this - day of - in
the year Of our Lord One Thousand Eight Hun
tred and Fifty Four. .
-, Mayor.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

MIR. FREDERICK ARBOUR takes
lNl this opportunity of returning his
thanks for the liberal patronage heretofore
received at the hands of his old customers
and the public generally, and solicits con-
tinuance Of the same. He is now prepared
to fill all orders for lumber that may be
entrusted to him. Terms CASH and CASH
only. april III +. ARbOUR.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

C. A. LIONS HAT STORE.

LAFAYETTE STREET.
OFFERS every iiducement to purcha-
" GERS. The stock is large and well
selected, and fresh.
Give me call if you wish neat, good
article, at fair price.
march II. c. A. LION.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
To Planters.

Received from , Jenkins & Co. Phil.
ClX bali chests extra fine Black Tea
~ six " fine Young Hyson in ! 4 ID.
,neta'ic packages Warranted fall weight
tand may be rsturned if not approved of;
20 boxes Chocolate 12 assorted Candy.
Just received and for sale by
may-27 THOS. 3. OCONOR.
15D Onn BRICKS for sale at the Baton Rouge
lJV,U'J Mills by TRUDEAu & HUTCHINSON.
may lily
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
CAulp,

A CA1lb.
THE subscriber having sold his stores corner 81
/ Third and Conventi0u streets) 10 Mr.. !. y.
O'Conor, would respectfully solicit 81 Ills icrner
friends and customers continuance Of their cup
port for that Is establishment - can recommend
Mr.. OConOr ~ person with whom an VII be
satisfied. Ilnay-1 -3.t1 8. r. BLANCHARD.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

Essence Of spruce.
TOR making Spruce Beer, ect for sale
J. by June 81 VIM BOGE..
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
An Ordinance, providing for the sub
scription, on the part Of the City
Of Baton Rouge, to the New Or
leans and Baton Rouge Rail Road
f,ornnafv

Be IL Ordained by Me Mayor and Boa,1 Of
iSslsctmsn, cfNse city cfBato,. Rouge, In Common
L0uncs! Uencd That II shall be the duty of the
Mayor Of the city Of Baton Rouge, within ten days
after the ratification Of this ordinance, to subscribe
on behalf of the aforesaid city for One Thousand
Of the New Orleans and Baton Rouge Railroad
Company said subscription amounting, in the
aggregate to the sum Of One Hundred Thousand
Dollars. At2ff 1851
Be HfMrsber ordained, That for the payment Of
the subscription, hereinabove authorized, it shall
be the duty of the Mayor, to issue Coupon Bonds
in the name Of the city Of Baton Rouge, to the
order OF the New Orleans and Baton Rouge Rail
Road Company, signed by the Mayor, and counter
signed by the Treasurer of the said city, payable
20 years after the date thereof, and bearing in
terest, at the rate Of six per cent per annum,
payable semi-snnually the said bonds, shall be
in the following form -
4l0OO r. g. America No.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
To the Ladies.

DIFFERS will keep the stomach in
ID health. Don't you be afraid OF chol-
era while your stomach is in good order.
Use Goldmann'' stomach Elixir and that
important functionary of your body will
always be as desired. For sale by
A. GOLDMANN.
april 6 Aposhecarv Postoffice corner
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06
Dry lemonade:

rAPE LIME-l5O barrels fresh burnt
" Cape Line in store AM. for sale by
may 24-y JOSHUA BEAI..
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

GERMAN silver and Porcelain Powder
VI Boxes with a great variety of pow
ders for sale by A. GOLDMAN.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

DR. STRONG'S Sentative Pills. and
- PICTORIAL Stomach pill. for sale by.
march-7 A. GOLDMAN.
a.-. Apothecary, Post Office corner
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

Liquors.
A SMALL lnt of old Rye and Bourbon Whiskcy,
n Brandy and Wine. Also q few boxes assert
ed Syrups For sale to close u consignment.
May-1-6t S. NJ. HART & co.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1854-06-06

ELOUR.-75 barrels fancy and choice
T. extra st. Louis Flour, just received
and for sale by
apl-.a. }osHt a iLaL.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-04-12
ARRIVALS AT THE PRINCIPAL HOTELS
YESTERDAY

EXCHANGE HOTEL.-LE Harvie, Ameils; W
H Sims and lady, Mrs Darlington, L LoyelapS,
Halifax; Mrs E. Wilson, J Martin. Pittsyivana; Or
G Venable. Charlotte; NJ Smith, Dr. w Flood, hen
nv; r Brodnax DIR E F Brodnax, I Brodnsx, N Z;
NJ w Fisher and lady. N Y; j Pollard, Petersburg;
e Henry N C; j w Kirkpatrick Powhaten
Handler and lady. Boston; w Tupman NewaIs; w
mundson, Va: w B Caldwell, w Springs; Far
rish, Goochand; Nj Anderson, v G r r; II Woo,
Charlottesville; J Z Bell, Lewisburg; stewart, n
Y; Darlington, Miss Carrin ston, J Tuning and
lady, Miss Tuning, Halifax; H Wallace, Albemarlei
G. Putnam Richmond; Jas Demerest. Mel
Vile Y; B Ficklen, Ala; Ogden, Mrs. g Og-
den, Me.
3 COLUMBIAN HOTEL.-R w HARDWOOD. Charles
City; C Hall. Norfolk; A Anderson, PittsylvanIa:
C Mosby, A J. Cardozo Powhatan; A Halcomb, w II
Haws CIarksvi lie; Cole, w Dupuy. Spottsyl.
Jefress. Jeffress, Charlottei 6 Furnes, VIM
Tunsta Pittsylvania; A P Wondson, @ Jones,
Vaughan, Goochapd; w A Talbot, e Noodrod
Lynchburs E Sims, R R; Jones, Chester
field; It Daunce Powhatan VIM H Wad, CuipepeI;
w Deham. Charlotte; A d Chase, Staunton; w w
Thuble. Mathews; r X Bibb, Nelson: r Smith,
de- G w Deal, Augusta; Rhodes, Nelson; Geo w
Coleman, Orange; Col Thomas, Charlotte;
R D Melone, Greene; Jas Lecny, Greenbner; Col
Townes, Pittsylvania; T Hewlett, Va; J n Brown.
Geo Pile, J M Moore, King VIM; Wallace, Al
bemsrle; A T Fowlkas, Amelia; ] C Dejesle, va; Mr.
and Mrs Middleton, N J: Philip Thomas, J Har
rson, Pittsylvapia; Wikinton. Chesterfield; w w
McGehee, H Richerson, c M Mills Louisa: G 2
Antrim, C F Fry, Augusta: A Saunders, Louisa;
DR. Niche, Petersburg; Olvis, j Powell, Gooch-
land ! Edmondson. Falkland; Charlton Vass,
burg; J e Gregg, Nottoway; Col Bugg, Charotte;
C M Cosby, Danville.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-04-12

I'd 4Hs vorERs 81 Dsrnscr No; l, IN
.nounee uyssIf = q casdilafe for ~ ONE y Cor
STABLt IN nd dstriot As.I am vel neow "a. %
of the Office further than 10 saw that for about nine
years was the Deputy Sheriff, acting IN tnls Us
frct. and of necesEity. must be acqnsnted WIN sho
regular course Of busuess. gk.a -. 80,
Having heard that It was reported that had Win.
drawn from ihe cansaas. shave to say, Lno Lu
friends It the polls early on the 9Th Thursday IN may
Respectfully,
AN u -1awt25Ms 81 81 WIN. Il. CHEATHAMst
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-04-12

STEALING MONEY-Robert Smith, free
negro, charged with stealing $75 in money from
further examined before the Mayor yesterday and
then committed to prison TO undergo trial before
the Hastings Court at its next term. Rooney swore
positively to the prisoners being the person who
robbed him. but having stated to the watchmen on
the night of the occurrence, and to other persons
since, that the thief was yellow man, while the
prisoner is black one, it may be difficult for the
Court to reconcile the two statements sufficiently to
convict him.