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Cuba.--Its Present Position and Future Des
tiny.

The whole wing press (says the Baltimore Argus
and the thousand little Writings which cater for II, have
been rendering themselves ridiculous in their labored ef
fsrseeing ken aided by reliable information, that paper
announced tina, scheme was loot Afrcanize Cuba
and thus render Il nsdious and dangerous foe 10
the peace OF our country Recent facts show that this
nefatous scheme il actually in process OF accomplish
ment The DEGREES of the capiain-general the
initiative in this work Of darkness That England is
crelIy at the bottom OF this msneuve, have doubt
That she would willingly convert this fair and fertile
Island into another Golgo,ha and the horrors OF ST.
Domingo reenac,ed, il she could thereby inerpose
obstacle to the progress OF this nation can readily be-
iieve II The cunning OF Engand that prepared the
tripariie treaty, and tried TO inveige this nation into
that selfish alliance II is the policy OF England that s
debating the action OF the Cuban authorities now, and
striving raise up barrier against future acquisi
ton of this island important TO the safety OF our
southern coast, az well 10 our commercial interests
The question to be narrowing down 10 thsshaI
commercial rival. be carried out, and Cuba TO become
the prey Of the rude and brutal savages fresh from the
deserts OF Africa, shall boldly and emphatcay
seri right protect ourselves from such evil
For ourselves, we are decidedly for the later. We
would not for single tolerate the idea OF bav.
our shores Humanity, no less than regard Tor our
own safety, would demand OF us this determination AS
Cuba now exists, with IFS vsxalious and Liberal espion
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CITY of Pitssburx and County Of Allegheny, PENN
offer for the guaranteed bonds
Of city Of fsbug and Of Allegheny Pennsylvania
issued The Ptsbpr and Copnesvie Railroad
Company by which they guaranteed
we confidently recommend them capitalists secure and de
srsbis invcstment
The bonds together exhibit statistical nfor
nation may upon application personally by letter.
*t JOHNSTON, BROTHERS,, n Co.,
HANHENs FISCAL,
Agents for The Piisbug and Connesyls Raire'a Company
Jan ls-dAcpa
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present method OF nominating conventions. We cannot
believe, however, thai there is the least danger OF such
an event taking place.
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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY is, 1854.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIONS

The House met at IL o'clock.
Thu Journal Of yesterday was read and approved
Mr. COBB, by unaDmous consent Withdrew his mo-
lion OF yesterday reconsider the vote by which the bill
m H. 1917 provide for The construction of railroad,
he from the valley OF the Mississippi TO the bay OF San
francisco, was referred to select committee.
rxscuTrvr ooMMuMcsroSs.
The SPEAKER introduced n communication from the
Treasury Department, in compliance with law, transmit
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Mr.. Marshall, the en,erprsing lessee Of the National,
deserves the highest commentator for having provided
corps OF gentlemen and ladies' OF such msrt and talents
TO constitute his stock company for this season.
Already series of novel and elegant entertainments
have been put upon the stage, at great cost and abo
and the same will be continued throughout the season
The gentlemen and ladies' attached to the corps seem
to aim to put themselves at the head Of their profession
aad such is their proficiency and talent, thai It can WIN
strict propTe,y be said that they indeed corps OF
"stars.n
II is an exceedingly dslicst, AMI unwecome task 10
draw any Distinctions when al mefitoriousi ou'
canno, resist bringing 10 tie notice OF the playgons
community the very commendabe talents OF Mrs paf
field, Mrs. Hale. Mrs King Messrs McDcnough, Lang
don yniog, Chapman, McKson, Perry, Beckett ana
last, though no, least ia merit, Mr.. Hale
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PETITIONS, ETC UNDER THE RULE.

BY Mr.. CUMMING The petition OF @, b. Lamar, OF
New York. for relief creditor Of the STATE oil Texas
referred to the Committee the Judiciary.
BY Mr. FLORENCE, The petition OF J. 9. q. Kennedy,
experimenting clerk the census praying Congress TO
pass law to enable him prepare and publish the sats
tics OF manufactures of the seventh census his own pti-
cost and charge involving expense TO the govern
ment of the United States Also the petition of Catherine
Rinker, OF Philadelphia, widow Of Samuel Rinker who
died in the United States navy, praying
for continuation Tor services rendered by her late hus
band 10 tho war OF the revolution Also, the petition of
Goyina Fort, praying Congress pass law providing
for indemnify for French spoIiaon upon American com
merce prior 70 1909.
BY Mr. HEM The petition OF William H. Tooe and
hiry-two others, citizens OF Iowa, asking grant land,
alternate the president directors,
pauy OF Philadelphia, Fort Wayne, and Platte Val
lev Air Line railroad referred the Committee Public
Lands. Also, the petition OF William L. Tooe and thirty
Others otzsns Of Iowa. asking for the establishment
postcosch mail route following the line of
proposed Great Western Air Line railroad, from For
WAYNE Council Bluffs lowas referred TO the Committee
on the Post Office and Post Roads.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
PAINT BRANCH WOODEN FAC
TORY.
WOOL! WOOL! WOOL!!i

TIVE subscribers respectfully inform the Plan
Il tiers and Farmers Of Charles County that they
are conducting the above name Woollen Factory,
and would be pleased to serve any of the Farmers
of Charles County with first rate article of SER
WANTS. CLOTHING at the following rates for
manufacturing (the Wool to be furnshed)x -
Fulled kersey, Sd wide, 30 cents;
Striped Linsey, Sd, 80 cents;
Kersey, Sd, % cents;
Blankets, l0-l2, for so cents per yard;
Stocking Yarn and other goods suitable for Scr
wants in proportion. WOOL can be sent to Balti-
more, Washington or Alexandria at our expense,
if well packedain bales liberal deduction will
be made for cash payments and all goods delivered
free Of cost to the consumers. The patronage Of
the public is respectfully solicited to the above
tablishment. The undersigned refers with plea
sure to Hon. JOHN G.. CHAPMAN, who has an ac-
quaintance with goods.
ISE. WELLS will receive wool at Port Tobac-
co. and receipt for the same.
THOMAS FAWCEFT & SONS,
Colesvlle, Montgomery Co., Md.
may 1S-2ln.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
NEW SPRING GOODS.

FENHE subscriber would most respectfully solicit
l. his customers and friends to call at his Store
in Port Tobacco and examine his new stock of
SPRING GOODS before they purchase elsewhere.
His present stock comprise
A beautiful assortment of Ladies' Dress Goods and
Trimmings for same;
A variety Of Fancy and Useful articles;
Goods suitable for Gentlemen's Pantaloons and
Vests;
A lot of Ready-made Clothes
A general assortment Of Domestic Goods suitable
for Servants wear;
Bleached and Brown Sheetng and Shifting Cotton
Ladies' and Gentlemen's Pocket Handkerchief
Silk and Bingham Cravats, together with great
variety of articles too tedious to mention, all of
which were purchased with much care and upon
such terms will enable the subscriber to sell as
good if not better bargains than can be had in this
village. To all those who are disposed to spend
their money to the very best advantage | would
say, Come and examine for yourselves. Terms
very low for cash or to punctual customers a
credit ofsx months. G. w. BARNES.
May IL, 1854.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
HOE e. CO.'S
PATENT GROUND SAWS.

VTNHE subscribers manufacture from the best
Il CAST STEEL, CIRCULAR SAWS, from
two inches to eighty inches in diameter. Their
Saws are hardened and tempered, and are ground
and finished by machinery designed expressly for
the purpose; and are therefore much superior to
those ground in the usual manner, as they are
strengthened and stiffened by increasing them in
thickness regularly from the cutting edge to the
centre, consequently do not become heated or
buckled. and produce great saving in timber.
They also manufacture CAST STEEL MILL,
PIT AND CROSS-CUT SAWS, AND BILL
Ell WEBS. of superior quality, all of which they
have Tor sale, or they may be obtained OF the
principal hardware merchants throughout the u
nited States and Canada r. HOE & CO..
90 and 81 Gold street, New York
I|Publishers of Newspapers who will insert
this advertisement three times, with this note and
forward us paper containing the same, will be
paid in printing materials by purchasing four times
the amount Of their bill for the advertisement.
May IL, 1054-3t.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
POSITIVELY SELLING OFF TO
CLOSE,

FTNHE undersigned having determined on closing
i their business at the Bunny Oak, as as
possible, will commence forthwith SELLING OFF
their stock of goods AT PRIME COST, FOR
CASH. AS our average stock was purchased when
goods were 20 per cent. lower than they are,
it will be the interest of all in want Of anything in
our line to call at and supply themselves with
BARGAINS. A rare chance is offered to any
gentleman wishing to engage in merchandising, as
we will sell our entire stock on very liberal terms
and rent the premises for the balance of time.
The location is an excellent one for selling goods,
and the neghborhood pleasant and agreeable.
To our friends who are indebted to us we have
to make an earnest appeal, and in doing so would
state that it is absolutely necessary for US to make
collections as speedily possible and without fur
Their notice would most respectfully call upon all
to come forward and settle their notes and ac-
counts Those disregarding this notice will have
their accounts placed in the hands of collectors
JOHN III. MONROE & co.
Bumpy Oak, Feb. 16, ls54-tf
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
NEW GOODS.

nAY s. PADGETT have Just received very
~ large supply of SPRING and SUMNER
GOODS. This added to their former stock makes
it the best assortment of goods they have ever be-
fore offered and which is unsurpassed by any other
store in the county. They would particularly call
attention to their selections of DRY GOODS,
which comprise almost every variety and style of
articles from the finest Silks to the coarser and sub
stantial Domestics. Their stock of Groceries,
HARDWARE, QUEENswARE, SroNEwARE, TIN
WARE, FANCY ARTICLES, MEDICINES, Doors and
SHOES, HATS, Sc, is also large and well selected,
and they respectfully invite their customers and
the public generally to call and examine for them
selves if they wish to bargains. They still
continue to do business on the usual terms
May H. 1854.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
NEW GOODS.
SAMUEL M. PADGETT g. Co..

SAMU Ell M. PADG Eft G Co,
A RE now receiving full supply of SPRING
n and SUMMER GOODS, which they re-
spectully invite their customers and the citizens Of
Charles generally to examine. Their selections
having been made with care, they feel assured that
better bargains cannot be offered anywhere in the
county, both regards price and quality Of goods
The stock which they offer embraces all the usual
varieties to be found in a country store, viz:
DRY GOODS, GLASSWARE,
GROCERIES, TINWARE,
LIQUORS. HATS and CAPS,
HARDWARE, BOOTS and SHOES,
FANCY ARTICLES, Ready-Made CLOTH
ING.
They desire to sell goods on the usual terms
for cash, or to punctual customers on credit Of
six months
Port Tobacco, Nav A. 1854.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15

thing usually kept in a Gentlemans Furnishing
Store-such as SHIRTS, COLLARS, NEcKERcH1EFs,
HANDKERcHIEFs, CRAvATs, TIES, SusrENDERs,
Socks, GLOVES, &C., sc. ]. Lar. in returning
his grateful thanks for the very liberal patronage
he has received, respectfully sblicits comparison
between his goods and prices and those of city re-
tailers, feeling confident that personal examina-
ton will convince every one that as good an ar
ticle, both as to quality and style, can be had as
cheap in Port Tobacco as in Baltimore.
NH %
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
MORE NEW GOODS.

* X. WILMER s. BRO. have just received
VI. another large supply of DRESS, STAPLE
and HOUSE, Excepting GOODS, embracing
many that is new and desirable for the season and
as it is far advancing, their present supply has
been bought at great reduction in previous prices,
many of which will be sold at half their original
costs. We have also greatly enlarged our store
room and are enabled to offer still greater induce
ments and facilities for trade to our friends and
the public generally. who may favor us with a
call. G.. X. WILMER G. BRO
Alexandria, June /. 1854.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
NEW SPRING GOODS.

TNHE undersigned invites the attention of buyers
Il to his stock of NEW SPRING GOODS, a.
mong which may be found some of the newest
styles and most desirable Goods for Ladies, Cen
tlemen and Servants; also a variety of House
keeping Goods, together with a general stock of
HARDWARE, DRUGs, MEDICINES, PAINT STUFFs,
SHOES, Doors, and HATS. All of which having
been bought upon the most favorable terms will be
sold as low or lower than the same goods can be
obtained elsewhere, for cash upon the usual Gre
dit of six months.
March 80, 1854. WIN. BOSWELL.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15

NEGATIVE Electric HuTD.-This extraordi-
nary remedy for fever, is positive substitute for
Qunne IN all febrlle affections, and has none of
its bad effects. 1t has been thoroughly tested by
the most eminent Physicians of Paris, in their eX-
tensive practice in the Hospitals, by order of the
French Government, and by great number of
Physicians and non professional men in the United
States. with complete success. 1t is not COM
pound nostrum, out an entire new article in Ma
terra Medica, and is destined to succeed all other
remedies for Chills and Fever, well as all fe-
brle affections. See advertisement in another
column.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
PROCLAMATION BY THE GOVERNOR
OLE MAINLAND EXEcuIIYE DEpART-

DROCLAMATION BY THE GOVERNOR
Il OF Executive DEPART
MENT STATE OF MARYLAND, Set Whereas, it
hath been made known to this department, that
on or about the 25th day of December, A. d.
1852, in Charles county, Of this State, murder
was committed upon one Philip jenkins by GER
tain JOHN F. BAILEY, and whereas, the said
Bailey has avoided the pursuit of the officers Of
the law:
Now, therefore, I, THOMAS WATKINS
LIGON, Governor of the State Of Maryland, by
this my proc Ianation, offer reward OF TWO
HUNDRED DOLLARS for the arrest and safe
delivery of the said John F. Bailey to the Sheriff
of Charles county, or for his arrest and detention
in any other Sta Q where he may be found, to a
wait my requistiol.
Description Of Blihy:-Light sandy hair, red
face thin skin, from five feet eight to five feet ten
inches in height, square built robust for his height
about twenty-five years of age, weight abort from
l60 to IT'S lbs, rather free to converse, especial
ly after drinking ardent spirits, Of which he Is said
to have been fond, disposed to be witty and would
laugh much at his own wittcisms. He fled from
the State in the month Of January 1861 supposed
to be out West.
(~>) Given under my hand and the Great
: LIS. Seal of the State of Maryland, this
~ eighth day of June, in the year of our
Lord one thousand eight hundred and fifty-four.
Il. WATKINS LIGON.
BY the Governor:
NATHANIEL Cox, Sec'ry Of State.
lie l5-3t
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
ENTERTAINMENT.

'TIiE undersigned respectfully informs the pub
Il lie that they have fitted up the OLD TAV-
ERN IN BENEDICT as house of entertain
ment for the accommodation Of the public and
particularly those who may be travelling to or
from Baltimore.
For the accommodation of Ladies travelling to
Baltimore the undersigned has fitted up rooms
where they can remain until the departure Of the
boat.
Oysters, Fish, &c., served up at the shortest
notice and charges moderate.
J. 3. HARDIN & co.
May II, 1S54-6m*
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
JAMES F. CARLIN,

Royal Street, near the City Hotel,
ALEXANDRIA,, Va,
MOULD respectfully invite the attention of
w dealers generally to his large and we'll select
ed stock of
HARDWARE AND CUTLERY.
before purchasing elsewhere, as he feels assured of
being able TO offer such inducements to dealers as
will be satisfactory in every respect. His stock
consists in part of the following, viz:
LOCKS-Rm, Mortce, Stock, Pad, Till, &c.
Knives and Forks, of every description
Pocket Knives &C "
Scissors &C d"
HINGES-Fast and Loose Butts; Parliament;
Strap T, sc.
Augurs Augur Bits, Brace and Bits
Planes all kinds, Saws all kinds, Stair Rods
Coffee Mills; Grass, Grain and Brian Scythes
Plated and common Spoons, Forks and Ladies
Axes, Hatchets Hammers Sledges, Anvils Vices
Bellows, Steel, Files, Rasps, Combs Brushes
Cow Bells, Handouts, Ovens, Pots, Skillets
Griddles, Playing Cards, sc. sc. Also,
$4,000 LIGHTS WINDOW SASH,
by 10, 9 by -, 10 by IA, 10 by l2, 10, IA, Is,
together with other sizes. Persons engaged in or
about buildings, can be supplied with any sizes of
Sash, warranted superior, and at remarkably low
prices Any information desired concerning Sash
will be cheerfuly given upon directing line
above.
Alexandria, June s, 1854.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
FARM FOR SALE.

|TNE1E undersig ned will sell their FARM, (if i'm
Il mediate application be made) in Charles
county, lying in Middletown district and near the
lands Of Capt. S. F. Gardiner and others, now oc-
cupied by N. 3. Wlkerson, containing
365 ACRES.
This land is in healthy location and of excellent
quality, and we'll watered The soil is adapted to
the growth of all the various crops usually raised
in this section of country, and very susceptible of
n Improvement On the place there
. i 1NNr,n q is a comfortable DWELLING and
- -, e other necessary out-houses, and a
s@.l.zl==ez = quantity of WOOD and TIMBER.
AS all lands in this section of country are ad-
vancng in price, this land in year two will no
doubt bring double the amount now asked for it.
Apply to either of the subscribers.
J. Fl. MONROE,
GEO. o. MONROE.
Bunny Oak, Feb l6, ls54-tf
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15

WYE respectfully invite the attention of our
w Charles county friends to our newly open
ed CLOTHING STORE, adjoining our Dry
Goods establishment. Our stock consists of Dress.
Frock and Sack COATS: PANTS, VESTS and
good many other articles which are usually kept
In Clothing Stores. Our motto is quick sales and
small profits Call and examine before you pur-
chase elsewhere, and you will save money enough
to pay your travelling expenses.
MEYENBERG & BROS,
King st. between Pitt and st. Asaph ST.,
: ap 81. Alexandria.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
MEETING.-The under

MAGISTRATES MEETING-T under
lvA signed will attend at Aliens Fresh and
Middletown in the following order, viz: At the
former place every Thursday fortnight and at the
latter place every Saturday fortnight. On Tues
days and all other intervening days, he may be
found at his office on High street, opposite Dr. o.
Fergusson's, Port Tobacco. He will have for sale
all kinds of blanks. He will also promptly attend
to any call which embraces his official functions,
without regard to distance or place. He most
respectfully solicits public patronage.
may IL H. ID. DYSON, J. P.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
CIGAR MANDATORY.

TTNHE subscribers are extensively engaged in
Il .Ml.NUE4CTURLNG Cigars in LEON
ARD TOWN, ST. MARY's County, with view
to furnishing the Merchants, Hotel-keepers and
others in this section Of the State with their sup
plies, at price FIR belo,o that paid by them in the
cities, (tor similar article) and upon satisfactory
terms. Orders are solicited, and will be attend
cd to with promptness. Relying upon our coun-
try friends to aid US in our new enterprse-we
ask trial.
HARRIS & CAVALIER.
Leonardtown, April 81, 1854-tf.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
NOTICE.

THHE subscriber having taken the office recently
Il occupied by F. Stone, Esq, intends to pursue
the profession of CONVEYANCER in all its
branches. He will draw DEEDS, DEEDS OF Trust,
BILLS OF SALE, MORTGAGES, &C., at the shortest
notice. He will also copy any instrument of writ
ing, make out and adjust accounts and attend to
any business that is to 60 before the County Com
miSsoncrs, and in fact he will attend to all business
requiring the aid ola Clerk. Those who patronise
him will find that his charges will be moderate.
He will always be found at his Office or at the
Court House.
NH eff JAMES MCCORMICK
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
NOTICE..

TNIE undersigned being unable to attend to but
Il siness, has determined to close his affairs in
Port Tobacco as soon as possible. All persons in
debted to him will beyond doubt the necessity
of this course, and he hopes that will disre-
gard this notice. His Store will he closed on the
lst of January, and Mr.. S. H. BEALL, Jr., may be
called on for settlements. He would also request
those having deposites in his chest to call and take
them away for the present.
VIM. FERGUSON.
Dec 81, 1853. jan
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
NOTICE..

1NHE subscribers having taken the store former
L ly occupied by Mr.. WILLIAM FERcussoN,
have just received
NEW STOCK OF GOODS,
consisting of such articles are usually required
in this section of country. All Of which they offer
for sale at low prices for cash. or to those who are
punctual on credit of six months.
J. B. FERGUSON & co.
Port Tobacco, March 80, 1854.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
PUMP MAKING.
ADMINISTRATION NOTICE.

TENIIlS IS TO GIVE NOTICE, That the sub
4 scriber hath obtained from the Orphans Court
of Charles County, Maryland letters of Administra-
lion on the personal estate Of HENRY f. GROVES,
late of said county, deceased. All persons hav-
ing claims against the said deceased are hereby
warned to exhibit the same, properly authenticated
to the subscriber, on or before the 25th day of
November next they may otherwise by law be ex-
cludcd from all benefit of said deceaseds estate
Given under my hand this ODD day of MAY,
1854. PETER WHEELER, Admir-
may 25. of Henry E. Groves
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1854-06-15
FURNISHING STORE.
J. LA TOUCHE,
M e II liant TAILOR.

Respectfully informs the citi-
zens of Charles county and vi
cinlty that he has just received
a large assortment Of CLOTHS,
CAssIMEREs and VEsTINGs.-
Great attention has been given
in the selection Of the latest
styles and best qualities.
Also, a superior assortment
of REApY-MADE CLOTHING of
every description for gentle