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New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1854-08-03
The Tshuantepeo Route.

The frequency with which We have referred
to this favorite American route across the
Isthmus Of Darien leads US to refer with some
qualification to the recent report Of the English
and French engineers sent to the Isthmns for
the purpose Of exploring the way and reporting
the practicability of constructing canal be-
tween the two seas England and France both
entered heartily into the plan, reported by Mr..
Osborne, for constructing canal between
Caledonia and Punta del Rio Sabanas. The
large sum of 1886 100000 was proposed as a
commencement of the concern, backed by the
wealth and influence Of both Governments.
Previous, however, to its inception, the Govern
ments resolved that they would assure them
selves whether it was practicable, and to that
end sent two steamers, La Chimere and Espiegle,
to Darien, with competent surveyors and engi-
neers The Government Of New Granada fur
nished additional assistance.
The expedition commenced its operations from
Caledonia on the Oath of January, 1854, and
has just returned with report, most lament
ably falsifYing those hitherto made. The
.Monttear (French) contains the following in
formation, which we quote in substantiation Of
our remarks:
The result of this expedition proves that this
project is altogether impracticable.
The map, drawn by Mr., Osborne in 1852
compared with that which Messrs. St. John and
Codazz have together just finished, shows that
Mr.. Osborne has committed very grave error
| that he has taken the Ghumnaque for the Sa
banas River. Hence the direction in which
Messrs. Cullen and Osborne proposed to dig this
canal no longer fulfills the end that they lro
posed to themselves to attain. Indeed, this linz
| does not arrive at Punta del Rio Sabanas upo1
| the Pacific Ocean, as they had up to that time
believed 45a
Mr.. Osborne, in his first exploration, having
arrived at the river Ghumraque, was persuaded
| that he had encountered the Sabanas River
which empties into the Pacific Ocean, and be.
lieved firmly that he had trayersed the Isthmus
Mr.. Osborne has been forced to acknowledge
his error ==f.9t.
| Thus has fallen "projeet,'' which obtained
| from its first publication the direct protection
Of the French and English Governments, which
were powerfully seconded by the capitalists o.
| Europe, and which would have been the most
formidable rival of the Tehuantepec route.
| The route by Tehuantepeo remains yet the
best means ofinter- oceanic communication Of
| fered to the commerce of the world.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1854-08-03

The Livingston (Ala.) Union gives the par
aculars of q siaglar accident which occurred
up the Valley recently. A man named Adam
straley, of Cuylerville, was on fishing excur-
sion with his son. They had caught some fish
and the boy was carrying them in small sack
which also contained a butcher knife when he
accidentally fell, and making no effort to arise
his father attempted to help him, when he fount
the knife had pierced his sons heart, and hi
WAS q corpse.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1854-08-03

The Houston Star says s'The citizens of the
lower part of the county are taking steps to
obtain a division of the territory and the eree-
ton of new county, to be called San Jacinto,
out of parts of Harris, Liberty and Galveston.
public meeting is to be held on the subject at
San Jacinto on the 9TH of August next, the day
of election"
LARGE REwARD,-The citizens of Fort Ora
ham offer reward of eight hundred dollars,
for the arrest and delivery to the Sheriff of Hill
county, of W Munroe Black, the murderer of
Stephen G. Barnes. In addition to that Thos.
Harrison, Esq, of Marlin, has proposed to give
i've hundred dollars for the same purpose.
Should the Governor of the State offer a still
additional reward, which is probable he will do,
the aggregate amount will be an inducement
for some one to secure him. This is the proper
spirit, and will no doubt result in the arrest
and consequent punishment of this most des-
perate and depraved outlaw. Waco Era.
| FATAL ACCIDENT community was over
cast on Monday morning, the I'd inst, with the
| most profound gloom, at the announcement o.
the death of A. G. Harris, q prominent citizen
of this county, His death was caused by fall
| from horse, which he survived just eight days
| dallas Herald.
We cut the following from the Victoria Adyo.
cate of the 22l ult.:
| ANOTHER Brutal MuRDER.-We are informed
that on Monday last, Conrad Frillman, a dissi-
pated German, who, several years ago, used tt
butcher in this town, killed a man at Port La.
yaca by the name of Wingate, or Shawnee Bill
as he called himself. A difficulty had occurred
between them in a GROCERY, upon which Frill
man loaded his pistols with buckshot, walked VI
to Wingate and discharged the contents of on
of them into his head, which killed him on tn,
spot. Frillman is in custody +
| STILL ANOTHER MuRDER.--We are Informed
that NJ. G. Jacobs, some time last week, killee
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19

James B. listened attentivey to the explanation which
Henry gave the teller of the bank When the officer took
his prisoner off, James promised I" call and see him often,
and then FASTENED bakers Office. He found Arthur and
his associate smoking their fine hayauas. They had heard
OF the incarceration Of Henry Munroe The two looked
prise when James confidently and boldly walked in.
"Do you know sir" said he Arthur, and this the
first time that word had passed between them since the
night Sener "lhat your brother has been arrested and
carried TO prison for forging check !"
YES, sir, do Are you satisfied I"
mo, sir, / satisfied. witness that YOU be.
fore attempted nvegle your brother You took advan-
agc of his unsnspectng nature, and would, believe
have taken his life say am witness to this, and tell
this forged check executed by some
here. Henry that gave to him TO collect. You
may stare at me- but defy you both. have been taught
what is right and what is wrong lehry Munroe IS my
friend. and will stand 10y him. His will
under legal investigation and you my fattr ycurs
safe while yuur nearous practices, but trah
will out and If | expose your crime and bring you
to justice, will do it,"
Saying this James b. proudly lie in, left the
polluted spot IL devolyed upon him acquaint Ida
Wentworth Of the calamity which had befalen her lover
Ii unpleasant duty to PERFORM but he correct
in supposng best for to give her pain who cond
nfct il the least severely. The Wentworths lived
the Muuroes; the news had yet reached them. Mr.
Munroe did be the tTumpeer Of his sons in
fanny.
IL cool pleasant evening, the trees putting
forth their green leaves and envenng the face Of
which had long remained in kind OF torpor. The birds
cTroed forth Joyous strius and tile heart of it'll,
Ida BOWED up and cheered by the gayety and oyene
| of natures charms. .a ts sfa
With truth has been said pleasure lies IN Anticipation
| at is the gay tomorrow Of the mind
] 4. That comes"
Looking forward with buoyant hopes the realization
Of imaginary happiness the fair girl totally unprepare
10 hear the dread concerning her lover. James
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19

AVALUABLE TARIE-Thc following table will be found
very valuable many of our readers:
box "a inches by 6 inches square, and % inches deep
will contain barrel, g bushcis.)
box "a inches by inches square, and IA inches deep,
will contain half barrel.
box 2G inches by l52 inches square and inches deep,
will contain b'shel.
box inches by 2 inches square, and inches deep,
will contain half buclel.
A box inches by inches square aud inches deep,
will contain peck.
box inches by inches square, and As inches deep,
will contain gallon.
box inches by inches square, and 8 inches deep,
will contain half gallon.
box inches by inches squire, and Al inches deey,
will contain quart.
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19

In the last century there resided in
Rhode Island nan whose parents had
bestowed upon him the brief name Of
ThrOugh-much-tr tribulation- -enter-into-
he-kingiom of hedven Cldpp. For short
he was called "Tribby.'
Three hundred persons have joined the
Methodist Episcopal Church in Cincinnati
during the last week or two, and proba-
bly, about the same number in the ada.
cent towns. Since the 9th Of December,
there has been nearly 1000 additions to
the same church in Ohio and Indiana.
Whats the price of this article 7" in.
quired a deaf old lady. "Seven shillinps," I"
said the draper. Seventeen shillings 7"
she exclaimed, "rli give you thirteen"
"Seyen shillings," replied the honest
tradesman. 40, seven sllillings," the old
lady sharply rejoined, an give you five.'
"Jones, what in the world put matri.
mony in your headi" "Well, the fact is,
Joe, was getting short Of shirtsp
The last instance Of modesty is that Of
lady who refused to wear a watch in
her bosom, because il had hands on it. :
The good things which belong 20 pros
! perity are 70 be wished, but the good
Things that belong TO adversely are 70 be
sdmired. .4ys - N
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19

ADVERTISING FOR WFE.-E. ID. w.
Clifford, young man, in India, who re-
Gently advertised for wife, says that lie
is thoroughly convinced of the advanta-
ges Of advertising. He says he has re-
c.ived, in answer to his advertisement 1914
letters l@ daguerreotype-Iikenesses of la
dies, two gold tinger-rings, : locks Of hair
one copy Of Ike Marsci's "Reveres Of
Bachelor" one tbimble and two dozen
shirt buttons. He ought to be convinced.
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19

Rs Solid comfort may be copiosly derived from the fol-
lowing quiet conscience health, liberty, ones
time ones il not usefuly nnocenty and moderate
" employed by others freedom from nordnae passions
Of all kinds, habit Of living within ones incomes and Of
saving something for extraordinary occasions aabiy ars.
dent expenses hab of good humor and aptitude be
pleased rather than offended preparation for adversely
love Of ones family, sincerity to friends bonevoence
kind, and pety to God.
man once went TO purchase horse Of a Quake.
sWi he draw well" asked the buyer.
"Th.e viii be pleased him draw said the Quaker
The bargain concluded and the farmer tried the horse
but he would not stir step. He returned and said
"Tbat horse will not draw an inch.n
~ did not tell thee that be would draw end only rt
marked that It would please thee to Gee him draw and 20
wcud me, but he would CRAFTY ia that rsspeci
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19
CHAPTER XVII.

" hat liz the tale that would tell? not one
VI strange adventure, but a common tale
vi womans wretchedncss one to oe read
Da'ly in many young and bighted heart-M,ss I,>pox
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19
CHAPTER XVIII.

Had all his hairs been lives my great revenge
Had stomach for them all. SnAKsPEAREs OruELo
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19

1t is quarrel most unnatural,
To be rcvengd OH him that ovcth thee.
SHAKsPEARE's RICHARD III.
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1854-04-19
CHAPTER XIX.

Between you and your best intent,
Necessity. her Brazen bar
viii often interpose, rs sent
Your pure bencvolcnce to mar.-R. VI. NILEEs
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
coNaREss-.rrEapAY.

SENATE. Mr. Pearce moved that the vacancy IN
the Board Of Regents Of the Smithsonian Inaf1nf
lion, occasioped by the expiration Of the srfm d
the Hon. r NJ. Charlton, be filled by the President
Of the Senate; which Was sgrerdto, and the Chair
appointed Mr. Dougiaa.
The Senate proceeded to the confederation Of the
Nebraska bill; and, AFTER a few rcmarks from Mr..
Casa Mr.. Sumner spoke at considerable length IN
opposition 70 the bin. When he had concluded.
Mr. Toombe obtained the floor, and the Senate ad.
journcd over until Thursday next.
HOUSE, OF REpREsENTArrvEs.--1he House went
into Committee on the Homestead bill. Mr. James
c. Allen. of Illinois, addressed the House at length
in support Of the principle of the noninterventon
OF government with State territorial institutions
and In favor Of the Nebraska and Kansas bills as
based on that principle. Mr.. Dent addressed the
committee at length in opposition TO the Homestead
bill. Mr.. Grow supported the bill in speech of
much eloquence and philanthropy, and proposed
slight amendment Mr.. Smith, of Virginia, OPP
posed the BILL Mr.. Smith. of New York, spoke in
Its favor, and Mr. Dawson briefly replied The Pc
riod for debate having expired, the bill viii now
only be discussed under the fiveminutes rule
When the committee rose, the House referred the
bountyand bill to the Committee of the Whole, and
then adjourned over till Tn ursday. in commernmo.
ration of the birthday OF Washington.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
THE MARKETS.

ARRIVAL OF MILITARY VIsIToRs-The Wash
ington Greys of Philadelphia arrived in this city at
half past seven O'Clock last evening, en- route for
Washington city, the Tomb of Washington, and
Richmond. They left in the 10 O'Clock train from
Philadelphia on Monnay afternoon, and reached
Perrysvle opposite Havre de Grace, about half
past ten O'Clock at night. In consequence of the
depth OF the snow, the train was delayed for two
hours when within two hundred yards of the Sus.
quehanna. On yesterday morning they crossed
overto Hayre de GIace, after having spent night
on the boat and in the cars where they took break
fast after which a train staEte ed for Baltimore
This was found entirely impossible, and it was de-
termined to send the passengers by the Bay in the
new iron steamboat belonging to the Railroad com.
pany.
At two o'clock yesterday afternoon she was put
under steam and reached this city at half past seven
o'clock, where they We're received by the Baltimore
City Guards, under command of Capt j. Alden
Western, and escorted to the armory of that corps
at the corner of Gay and Baltimore streets.
The above announcement we copy from the
Baltimore American, received last evening. The
Philadephians visited the tomb of Washington yee.
terday, and will undoubtedly be in our city to-day
We learn that they number 20 men, including Is
musicians.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
ODD FELLOWS HALL.
THE BEAUTIFUL
PANORAMA OF NIAGARA FATI

THE BEAUTIFUL
PANORAMA OF NIAGARA FALLS.
will be exhibited THIS EVENING, commencing at
half past O'Clock.
THIS CELEBRATED Exhibition of the
= FRANKENSTEINS comprises TWO HUN
Geography and History of the
FALLS OF NIAGARA,
Portrayins the Rapids the Falls, the Islands, the
Mirror Water, the Grand Rapids, the Whirpool-in-
deed, the entire region is faithfully, spritedy rep.
resented. Nor is it confined to one season-you see
The NIAGARA in Summer, Autumn, Winter, Moon.
light
The PANORAMA will be exhibited THIS EVE
MING and every evening this week
e Doors open at 7; curtain rises at u.
Admission 25 CENTS children l2k cts.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
GALE OF LOTS UNDER TRUST

- DEEDs.-By virtue of a deed of trust executed
by John Lynch and VIM. Nekervis to myself and
VIM. Finney, as Trustees, bearing date the 23d of
April 1877, SHALL surviving Trustee in said deed,
on the 18th day of March, 1854, proceed to sell at
public auction, the premises, to the highest bid
der, for cash. Lot of Ground in the city of Rich
mond conveyed by said deed, fronting on 18th or
Valley street forty four feet and running back one
hundred and twenty feet to ten foot alley, and
known as Nos. and of square No. 10 in Adams ad-
dition. And by virtue of another deed of trust
Gated by said John Lynch and Vim. Dandridge to
myself and VIM. Finney. Trustees. bearing date
the same Esd day of April, 1917. shall also, the
same 18th day Of March, 1854 as the surviving Trus
tee in the last mentioned deed, proceed to sell at
public auction, the premises to the highest bid
der for cash. Lot of Ground in said city, conveyed
By the said deed situated the west side of Valley
street, in what was called Adams Valley, fronting on
said street nnety-two feet, and running along the
line of Washington street one hundred and twenty.
FIVE feet and particularly described in said deed Of
trust. =
The title to the above named lots is believed to
be unquestionable but acting Trustee, shall con-
vey such title only is vested in me by the deeds
of trust aforesaid The said deeds duly recorded
in the Clerks office of the Hastings Court Of the city
of Richmond and the property IL sold for the ben.
EFT of James Bruce. executor of James Bruce, the
holder of the notes secured by said deeds OF rrust
j. BROWN, JR,
fe I6-dtd Surviving Trustee.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
A v,o,vxr svow sro,

VIOLENT Snow SToRM.-About o'clock veg.
terday morning, snow storm set in in this region
switch proved to be the most violent one with which
we have been visited for many years 1t continued
without the least in:ermisson throughout the whole
day and up to a late hour last night, and was ac-
companied by heavy gale Of wind, drifting the
snow in huge piles and filing and driving it through
the air TO such extent almost to blind pedes-
trians-Bah. Sun, 2lss.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
DESTRUCTIVE FIRE.

Hotel In Broad street was destroyed by fire this
morning. few fire engines reached the spet being
dragged by horses
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
THE SNOW AND THE RAILROADS. &c

PHrLApELrHrA, Feb 2I.-The nine o'clock train
for New YORK started this morning from Camden
with three engines attached
horse and wagon were found buried In the
snow this morning. near the corner of Third and
Washington streets. The animal was dead the
snow driit being about ten feet high. The horse
probably strayed away without driver.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
VESSEL ASHORE

kEw YoaX, Feb. 2lst--The schr. Golden Cloud,
OF yinalhsven, IL ashore on Horse Shoe, with 4
cargo Of corn from the South. The crew were
saved The vessel IL In good condition.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23

STEAMER SUNk-LOSS OF LIFE.
LOUISVILLE Feb 30 The steamer Jas. Miles,
with heavy cargo, sunk at Big Eddy this morn
ing, and it 10 feared many lives have been lost.
barge in tow was also sunk
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
FATAL RAILROAD ACCIDENT.

NEW HAVEN, Feb. 20.-A locomotive on the Nan.
gatuck Railroad off the track near Seymour
this morning and plunged into the river. The en-
gineer James Marsh, was instantly killed.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
THE SNOW sToRM-DETENTIoN OF
TRAINS

NEW York, Feb 2l-The storm of yesterday
and last night was terribly severe The snow lies
in the streets two ieet deep on alevei, and badly
drifted.
The steamer Africa got off at high tide tits
morning.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
BY KENT. PAINE l. KENT.

GALE OF T. ID. QUARLES' STOCK
~ OF DRY GOODS, AT AUCTION.-On TUES
DAY. the 28th instant, commencing at 10 o'clock we
will sell at our auction rooms the balance of MI
Thos. D. Quarles' stock of DRY GOODS, remaining
on hand, comprising great variety of seasonabe
and desirable Goods.
We will also sell invoice of fresh Goods con.
sisting of Cloths Cassmeres, Vestings, Cottonades
DC. &c.
Also q few cases of Women's Boots
TERMs-All sums under 800, cash; over that amt
4months credit, for approved paper.
fe II KENT. PAINE u KENT, Aucts
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
LATE FROM ST. THOMAS.

NEW YORK, Feb. Cove have advices from ST.
Thomas to the 9Th inst The cholera had nearly
disappeared. The U. s. frigate Columbia was in
port.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
JOB AND CARD PRINTING.

q The DISPATCH JOB OFFICE, on Geverno
Street. hes the largest and best of CARDS
ever in this city, and is prepared to do this descrp
ton of PRINTING on reasonable terms as else
where in the city, well as every other kind of
PLAIN AND FANCY PRINTING. Call and see
specimens.
EF Plain and fancy CARDS for sale. ja-dtf
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23

THE SNOW STORM AND GALE AT BOSTON
BosroN, Feb. 2l.-The gale here last night was
very severe though only about four inches of snow
fell. The railroad tracks are but slightly incom
NODDED. Neither of the New York steamboat trains
had however, arrived at noon to-day.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
NEW HOUSE-ARLINGT1

A NEW HOUSE.-AR ELLINGTON
"A HOTEL-W. McCRERY, PROPRIETOR corner
Of Main and 9th sts. will be opened on the 1st of
March, for the accommodation of Transient and Re.
sident BOARDERS. The style, comfort and location
Of the establishment, are not excelled by any in
this city 1t is his purpose to keep first class house.
and will exert himself to deserve the patronage of
the public. He will be happy to receive early app
plication for family and other boarders
Monthly boarders, for meals only, on very rea-
sonable terms. fe 20-9t
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
FIRE WORKS-22D FEBRUARY,
ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT. the ON

~ inst, commencing at half after o'cloct, there
will be brilliant display of FIRE WORKS at the
Armory, consisting Of ROC KETS. WHEELS,
SHELLS, FLYING PIGEONS, SUNS, STARS,
TREES, PYRAMIDS, ARCHES, &c. &c
These have been prepared with great care insuring
brilliancy rarely, II ever equalled in Richmond.
The usual entrance fee Of IS cents, FOR THE BEN.
EFT OF THE POOR, will be expected
The Armory Band will be in attendance.
Should the weather not be good postponement
will take place until farther notice.
Armory. Richmond, Feb. 20, 1854.
Tickets to be had at the Bookstores of Messrs Jas
Woodhouse. A. Morris, ]. w. Randolph and George
NJ. West, and at the Armorv. fe 2l-2t
POSTPONEMENT.
TNHE Exhibition of FIRE WoRKs ia post-
Il poned until FRIDAY NIGHT, the oath inst at
u CLOCK. fe y
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23

THE STEAMER AMERICA DETAINED.
BosroE, Feb. 2lst-The steamer America ha,
been oaaincd until Thursdsy noon.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
BALTIMORE FIREMEN ON A VISIT.

NEW YORK, Feb. 81 stLThe vigilant Fire compa
ny, of baltimore, arrived at Jersey City at II ock
last night
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23

SNOW STORM-THE CALIFORNIA STEAM.
ERS.
New YORK, Feb Cove have had drifting
snow storm since three o'clock this afternoon, the
wind blowing gale.
The California steamers Star of the West, North
STAR and George Law, outward bound, have all an.
chored at quarantine
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23
RiRE AeT zHlaT1lN

BosroN, Feb. 2ist--The fremont House took
fire this morning, but the flames were soon Sub.
dusd. The loss By water Is however considerable
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23

New YORK. Feb. 20.-The steamer Star of the
West, for San Francisco the North Star and Gorge
Law, for Aspinwa, all sailed this afternoon, full of
passengers.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-02-23

NEW YORK, Feb. 2l.-Cotton firm, sales Of 900
bales. Flour closed heavy. sales of $3.50 bbls. at
Sc 81 for State, and S3.el for Ohio Sales of 600
bbls. Southern at S562aS9 Wheat unsettled
buyers ask reduction. Corn sitter, sales of 20,
600 bushels at 92a95c.