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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

The deserters from the U. s. army re-
Gently received from twenty-five to fifty
lashcs at Newport barracks, KY, and
were drummed out ofs,rvic. One Of them
was sentenced to wear a chan and ball
upon his leg one year, but, as the news
papers say no was drummcd out with the
others, he will probably constitute himself
court to remit that portion Of his sentenc.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

c. Gen. Wool, and Senator Weller
and lady recently had narrow escape from
death in California, by being dragged over
a rrccipice. The horses attached TO their
carriages became unmanageable through
fright, and rushed headlong towards fright
ful precpicc, but fortunately they swerved
md dashed into the woods just before reach
ing it.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

pIt is now supposed that the U. 8.
sloop of War, Albany, is lost; she left AS
pnwall for New York about two months
ago, and nothing has since been heard from
her. There were 10 officers and $50 sea-
men on board.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

uTThe executors of Mr.. A. J. Downing,
who was lost in the steamer Henry Clay,
have received of the company $1,000 for
loss Of baggage. Five thousand dollars
was also sued for, for loss of MIR. Down
ings life, but the case coul not be fully
established as to the cause Of death, and
therefore that portion Of prosecution
was dropped.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

II The two well-known New Hamp-
shire editors, Messrs. Burke and Butter
field, are whacking each other, in their re-
spective papers, after the most approved
Macduffian fashion. The Buff and Blue
editors described in the Pickwick papers,
were as nothing in comparison.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

pThe second lecture before the Me-
chanics' Association was delivered OH
Thursday evening, by the Rev. L. Starr
King, of Boston. His subject was,
"Facts and Forces, Substance and Show"
Rwas an exceedingly able and brilliant
production, and was listened to by large
and delighted audience.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

A vote was cast in one of the New Yo'k
counties for "Gin Sling" for Governor. If
the State Commissioners find that Clark
and Seymour have q tic vote, should not
Gin Sling" be credited to Seymour ." asks
the Courier and Enquirer.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

ILLIscIs.-According to the Chicago
Tribune the Wings and Fusionists have
the Leg islature, the House standing thus /:
Anti-Nebraska or Fusionists AZ, Pierce
Democrats 20, not reported l3. Both par.
ties claim the Senate.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

ComaoDoRg PsRRy.--A suggestion Ass
been made in New York that somc sui,s-
bic present be made TO Commodore Perry,
on his return, asa testimonial OF the e-,i-
nation in which his services in Japan are
held BY his counirymen.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

When Douglas (Stephen not Fred)
was toasted at Chicago, the band played
"Ses the conquering hero comes" SO say
tho papers, but there is slight typograph-
ical error in the sta ement The tune was
-"See the conquered hero comes"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

1T We are indebted to B. J. Tilley for
a copy ofa view of the city of Sevastopol,
now the great centre of attraction at the
east. Tilley has them for sale il is an
interesting picture, and is sold at very
low price.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30
Tho Washington correspondent Of The
New York Courier says -

Tho Washington correspondent Of The
New York Courier says -
The general opinion that the govern
orship of Utah is vacant, learn upon ex-
animation of the law of congress creating.
the Office, i. not well. founded. The act
makes special provision than on the expi-
ration of his term the governor shall con-
tinue in office until his successor shall ar
rive. Gov. Young, therefore, will eontin--
ue to exercise his functions probably until
next spring. There is a gentleman pass
ing the winter in those Alpine regions in
whom :hc government rcposcs tho utmost
confidence. This is Lieut.. Col Steptoe, Of
the artillery. He has with hin respecta---
BILE force, consisting of a detachment Of the
regular army. Ills instructions are TO look
well after the interests Of the general gov
crnment among the mountainecrs. lfthe
services of Col. Stcptoe arc required inn
the Inauguration of the next civil govern
ment, they will net be refused.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30
SECOND DESPATCH.

New YORK, Nov. q.
10 2P. NJ. Our reporter has not re.
turned from the fire at the Manhattan gas
works, therefore we have no particulars in
reference to the reported confagra'ion,
which, however, is believed to be extern
siye.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

Col. BENToN.-We learn from the st.
Louis papers that this venerable gentleman
is on his way home, and has taken with
him the remains of his beloved wife, TO re-
pose in Bellefonte cemetery, near the city
of his residence in Missouri.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30
Bp telegraph.
New YoRK, Nov. 81.

The extensive gas works Of the Man
haitian Co., foot Of West l7thstreet, are in
flames and the firemen cannot approach the
spot. Fortunately it is surrounded ostly
by shanties.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

THE GOVERNOR VoTE.-Gov. Seymour's.
friends are new overhauling the records
of the election in the several counties in
search Of votes for I'll. Seymour" and
otherwise presumably for IIora,io Seymour
though not correctly written or printed. We
understand that so far the defective lallois
discovered sum up--seymour 24o; Clark,
9O.-lN. Y. Trbune.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

LARcB GAsE.-A wild goose was shot
near New Bedford a few days since which
measured seven feet from tip to tip Of tho
wings.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

uTIn 1918 Lady Franklin, produced
and published poem from which the fol-
lowing is extracted. Ii is said that this
poem brought about her acquaintance
and final marriage with Sir John. There
appears a strange agreement between his
ultimate sad fate and the IDEAS expressed in
the production.
"Oh, has their sight
Been s,r.issd o'er growing realms Of drssry
[white.
While each clear iceberg floating DER the main
Seemed ~hhs sail, and ~,ksnsd hope again.
Till isncied outeasts both Of heaven and man,
Fen to their hearts the piercing eoldness ran.
Ger blasted helds ,hcy rolled their aiasnins
tsys',
And sunk the victims Of the unpi,ying skis..
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

Il il said that the income of VIM. IL
Astor, Of New York ciiy,is one million two
hundred thousand dollars per annum.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1854-11-30

HJThe Legislature Of North Carolina
met on Monday last; two U. S. Senators
orc to be chosen.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1854-05-13
RYsBURG, WOOD COUNTY, OHIO SATURDAY, MAY 49, 1854

POWELL wrote me from Washington, that,
if would forward a certain amount of
money to him, he would prosecute my
claims for an increase of pay sufficient to
cover these immense disasters; but | do
grieve to say that from the time sent the
money, | have not heard word from the
aforesaid and never-to- be-forgotten G. Frank
Powell, he probably having gone to parts
unknown. However, I still entertain strong
hopes of seeing his distinguished name and
fac-Simile in your widely circulated maga-
zine.
Last year ran for tax collector in this i'm
portant township,and was beaten so badly by
a base combination, of which | was wholly
unconscious until few minutes before the
closing of the polls, that have not since
hardly recovered my equanimity. AS a
salvo, however, to this disaster and just at
this crisis, my distinguished but benighted
friend, the Hon. James Campbell, Postmas-
ter General gave me the post office at this
place, the duties of which | may, without
vanity say, have discharged to the complete
and entire satisfaction Of the aohoIe commu-
nifty.
My friends, anxious to secure me the dis
tinguished honor you have so politely tender
ed, and, as a reward for my various and ar
duous services, are now busily engaged in
raising subscription for the purpose of
defraying the expenses attendant upon this
momentous affair. | allude to the engraving
of my portrait. They have already appoint
ed committee to secure the services of a
competent artist for the all absorbing occa-
sion, and as soon as the picture is complete
will forward it to your address. Permit
me to express the hope that you will delay
the publication Of the next number of your
magazine until it makes its advent.
avail myself of this opportunity to as
sure you Of the distinguished consideration
with which remain, dear sir, your grateful
obedient servant, G. F. TOBlN,
Postmaster at Barnwell c. H., S. G.
JOHN LIVINGSTON, Esq, l57 Broadway.
New York.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1854-05-13
The Travellers Story.

A party of travellers were seated around
blazing fire, in a tavern upon the Allegheny
mountains. The coach had broken down,
and perforce we were detained until the next
morning. We had finished a substantial
Virginia supper, and each one, with his feet
on the fender, and cigar in his mouth ru-
minating upon the storm without, and the
warm cosy comfort within. Each one in
his turn told story or related an anecdote !;
and at last the Joke came round to a hollow
checked individual, who, until then, had
remained silent.
Gentlemen said he, fixing piercing
gray eye upon one of the company-a Span
iard-who uninvited had drawn his chair
up to the fire, 'some ten years ago came
near being murdered in this very house"
At this moment the Spaniard got up and
was going out of the room, when the nara
tor arose and locking the only door in the
room, took the Spaniard by the arm, and
leading him to an old picture surmounted
by the English coat of arms, in gilt work,
ran his finger along the motto:
Honi soft qu NAL pense,"
said, displaying at the same time the butt
end of large pistol" Evil to him who
evil thinks
The Spaniard smiled, and said he did not
feel we'll, but the stranger swore that no man
should leave the room until he had finished
the story. Requesting us not to be amazed
at his conduct, he proceeded:
"Some years ago, (said he,) l was travel
ing over these mountains on horseback, and
stopped at this very house. The landlord
was extremely obsequious in attending to
my comfort, and after supper he requested
me to join him in bottle of wine. Moth.
ing loath, consented, and before midnight
four empty bottles stood on the table end
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1854-05-13

Late developments in Columbus show that
there is probably $4,000 deficit in the state
house expenditures. The architect, Mr.. West,
in his letter of resignation, charges the state
house commissioners with using the money
in loose and improper manner. There are
strong symptoms of Galphanism about the
new state house.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1854-05-13

THE MURDERER JoNEs.-Having made pas-
ticular inquiry of the police officers as to the
latest intelligence received of Jones, the
murderer of Beebe, we learn that nothing
definite has been heard of him; but that the
probabilities are that he has made his ESCAPE
to Cincinnati S. Journal.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1854-05-13

ana ne was acquainted with all my DuSl-
ness.
"I very imprudently remarked in the
course of my conversation, that had very
large sum of money in my valise, and he
politely informed me that he would take
care of it till morning. Although some
what intoxicated, did not approve of leav.
ing il in his charge, and took my valise in
my hand, and retired to bed. After had
undressed, placed my pistols under my
pillow, and carefully, as thought, examined
the room. had laid myself down, and
sunk into fitful sleep.
81 suppose it must have been two hours
after when | awoke, and collecting my scat
tered senses, | endeayored to think what l
had been about.
Suddenly l detected noise under my
bed What was my horror when observed
a small piece of carpet, stretched along my
bedside, move, as though something was
under it. A cold prespiration started from
every pore but, thank God had presence
of mind enough to prepare for the worst
Grasping pistol in my right hand, and
hiding it under the bedclothes, l feigned to
be fast asleep.
elm an instant afterwards I saw a trap
door which had been concealed by carpet,
cautiously lifted up, and beheld my landlord
with dark lantern in his hand, directing
his glittering eyes toward me. Still moved
not but as he turned his back to put his
lantern on the floor, | fired and -"
"You killed him, did you?' shrieked the
Spaniard, almost jumping from his feet.
"Slence, till have finished it! - said the
stranger, and again he touched the end of
his weapon. ''The instant that fired the
villain fell. I started up, and merely put
ting my overcoat on, snatched up the Ian
tern that he had dropped, and crept eau
tiously down, with my valise in my hand tc
the stable. 1t was bright moonlight night
and l soon saddled my horse. l gallopec
ten miles, when met party of wagoners
and in their company l returned to the
house; but despite our rigid search, MOI
even as much as the villains body could be
found But if l can once put my hand
upon him, if he costs my life, he shall die
the dogs death
The stranger arose and caught the Span
lard by the throat. Tearing open his shirt
collar, he showed the mark of the wound on
his neck. We need not say any more.
Three weeks after that, Joseph Gomez was
hanged in the city of Cumberland, upon his
own confession of having murdered no les:
than five travellers in that very room.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1854-05-13

Prof Wilson, the Christopher North" of
Blackwood's Magazine, and one of the best
writer's of the age, died on the Sd Of April,
aged 66 years.
The Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, Ohio) 1853-1861, 1854-05-13

Col. BENToN.--Many good things are
said of this veteran statesman. On the last
night of the protracted session of l948, du-
ring the debate upon the Oregon territorial
bill, some misunderstanding occurred be-
tween the Col. and Judge Butler of South
Carolina The Judge had made remark,
rejecting on the honor of Old Bullion, who,
with the agility of Ravel, sprang to his
feet, and exclaimed with an emphasis and
vehemence peculiar to himself, eff any
member charges me with dishonor, he will
get the lie, and | will cram it down his
throat, sir. ] am a peaceable man sir but
when fight, fight for q funeral, sir" The
Colonel was challenged, of course but the
exchange Of shots was prevented by the in
reference of the police.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-06-29

party in pursuit, and apprehended foul
of the murderers. The principal actor
having escaped, as was afterwards as
certained, changed his name and en-.
listed in the army. l had jail built,
picketed in, procured bolts, bars and
locks, and employed a guard to insure
the safety of the prisoners.
The Governor of the State, appre-
hending his popularity with the people,
declined interfering. 1 reported the
case to Mr.. Calhoun, then at the head
of the War Department, who promptly
responded to my call by giving me full
power and authority to prosecute the
murderers, to spare no expense and to
draw on him for funds. Able counsel
was employed on both sides, and, after
delay of fourteen months, the mur-
derers were convicted and ordered for
execution. Cow Ray, who was then in
the Executive chair, was kind enough to
attend short distance from the execu-
ton, for the purpose of communication,
should it be found advisable to pardon
any of the criminals. The son of S.,
being under age, and as it appeared CO.
creed by his father into the murder, with
the consent of the Indian Chiefs who
were at my urgent solicitations present
and witnessed the execution, was par
doned by the Governor; the other three
suffered
The Indians had never before wit
messed an execution by hanging, and
they were affected to tears at the death
struggle of the unhappy men. Thus was
the justice of the country, at least for
once, vindicated in the sight of the In
dians, and they were content, thanks to
Mr.. Calhoun, who, with all his political
alterations, was an honest and honora-
BILE man. The whole affair from first to
last, cost the United States seven thou
sand dollars. The money was well
spent, as the execution of the murderers
doubtless saved many innocent persons
from savage vengeance. This case is
most respectfully held up to the view of
those speculative, benevolent and mis-
guided persons, who advocate the abol-
ishment of capital punishment in all
cases whatsoever.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-06-29
From the New York Times !
JAPAN OPENED.

Satisfactory Result of Commodore Perry's
Visit-Three Ports Opened to American
Trade-Agreementt to Furnish Coal to Amer
lean Steamers-Interesting Narrative-De-
tailed Account of Commodore Perry's Sc
cond Visit
The Susquehanna arrived at Hong
Kong from Japan on the I'd April,
bringing the gratifying intelligence that
Commodore Perry had succeeded in the
object of his mission in a manner that
confer honor on his country and endur-
ing fame on himself. The precise terms
of a commercial treaty had not been de-
fnitely arranged when the Susquehanna
left the Yeddo on the cath of March;
but enough had been done to establish
friendly feeling between the two coun-
tries. The opening of three or more
ports to the commerce of America and
the furnishing of Goals for its steamers
may be considered as matters settled,
and Capt. Adams held himself in read
mess to proceed in the Saratoga to bear
the intelligence to the Government at
Washington.
We are enable to furnish our readers
with detailed narrative of the proceed
ings in Japan, from which it will be
seen that nothing could have been bet
ter or more fortunate than the course
pursued by Commodore Perry.
Commodore Perry, in the Susquehan-
ma, left the harbor of Hong Kong on
the 14th of January, accompanied b,
the Powhattan and the Mississippi, the
sailing vessels Vandalia, Southampton,
Supply, and Lexington having some
time before proceeded TO the rendezvous
at Napakiang in Loo Choo, where the
squadron met on the 9lst of January.
Nothing of importance occurred at Loo
Choo beyond visiting the capital, Shut
di, with the temples and forts.
The sailing vessels were dispatched
for Japan on the last day of January,
under command of Captain Abbott, the
steamships following on the 7th of Feb
ruary, and, along with the sloop Sara
toga from Shanghae, joining the sailing
vessels in the waters of Japan on the
12th, without accident beyond the tenn
porary grounding Of the Macedonian,
which was lightened and speedily got
off. The whole squadron then proceed
ed and anchored in the bay of Yeddo,
passing Uraga, where last year the in
terview and the delivery of the Presi-
dents letter took place. @
Here follows negotiations entered in
to between the Japan officials and Capt.
Adams, as to the place of meeting
The Japanese reluctantly consented to
fix Yokohama as the point.
Eleven days afterwards the meeting
took place, and, in the interval, enter
tainments were interchanged by the
American and japanese officers. At
one of two given by Captain Buchanan,
the Governor of Uraga, as we have
seen in Keying and other high Chinese
officials, at once fell in with foreign OBJ
seryances in toasting and speechifyinp.
Capt. Buchanan proposed the health Of
the Emperor of Japan, which was drunk
standing with all the honors,' and was
acknowledged by the Governor of Ura-
ga, who in return similarly proposed
the health of the President of the Uni
ted States. The japanese took their
liquor freely, especially champagne and
liqueurs, greatly admiring the glass
ware that contained them; and express
ed hope that the time was athand
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-06-29

VIRTUE IN THE New York CUSTOM
HoUsE.-The N. Y. National Demo-
crat, which belongs to the Hard section
of the New York Democracy, tells some
hard stories about matter and things in
the New York custom-house, Read
this:
About six weeks ago, an officer in
the New York custom-house was de-
tected in stealing goods entrusted to his
care as a United States officer. The
merchant who was wronged laid the
facts, as we are informed, before Secre-
tary Guthrie, who Immediately wrote to
Collector Redfeld to remove him, and he
was removed. But, a few days ago,
John Cochrane quietly placed him back
in responsible Office in another depart
ment. The same John Cochrane, also,
lately appointed to a responsible Office
man who is only at large on bail, and
who is as filthy a character as can be
scared up in days journey among
thieves. Go it, John Cochranel in with
your thieves, and out with the honest
men. For every honest man yet left in
the custom-house. there are ten thieves
waiting for place. Hurry up!
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-06-29

ExrRAoRDISARY GRowrh OF Wool
We learn that Mr.. Bennett Branch, Of
Ross township in this county, cut fifty
three and half pounds of wool from
six sheep at one cutting. One of the
ieeces weighed twelve pounds and an
other eleven and half pounds. The
sheep are of the Bakewell breed, and
only two years old. We are not ex-
perienced in the business of wool grow
ing, but it strikes us this is an extraordi-
nary yield.-HdmiltOn Telegraph.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-06-29

Costly FUNERALs.-A correspondent
of the New York Times mentions one Of
the yanities of the day, in large cities
especially, when he says;
"No common man can now be quiet
ly 'inurned' at a less expense than four
or FIVE hundred dollars. An ordinary
coffin costs fifty dollars; the fee exacted
by those who are regarded as necessary
officers of the gloomy ovation will
amount to corresponding sum; and,
if the family of the deceased make the
smallest pretentions to moderately fash
ionable life, they cannot consent that
the departed shall be followed to the
grave by certege Of less than one hun
dred carriages, at cost of FIVE dollars
each, amountingin the aggregate to the
sum Of FIVE hundred dollars"
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1854-06-29

S1SeuLAR SrocK.-Robert Scott, Esq,
of woodford county, in Kentucky. who
owns one of the splendid farms of that
region, has large pond of water upon
his domain, by which he has half do
mesticated dock of wild geese. He
first procured eleven and cropped their
wings, which reclaimed for season
They migrated northward in the spring.
and returned in the fall with their full
fiedged young. The flock now numbers
two hundred and eighty. and increases
annually.