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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

u Col Reuben lovcJoy who.hos kept
the Fiorcncc Hotel, corner Of Walker street
and Broadway, New York, has retired from
that popular establishment, having accumu-
lated Il largo fortune. Th, hotel is now
conducted by George N. Shearman, Esq,
assisted by George l.. PenIer, Esq. and
Charles Warner Esq. This Hotel is kept
upon the European plan; il is very central
ly located for the man of business or pleas
ure; the rooms are large and airy and the
linen l., white, clean and nice,-and this is
a great desderatum in 4 hotel. Boarders
take their meals there or not, Just as they
please; f'h"y eat there, they are served
by themselves, or with their friends, quietly
AM pleasantly, and with tn, best that the
Markets afford and all at a very rcasona.
BILE price. The servants are polite and at
tentive no pains or expence are spared by
the proprietor to make each guest feel per-
fectly at home. Persons visiting this ho,cl
will make the acquaintance "Judge Kink-
ham, and they will find him most delight.
ful and fascinating companion; we advise
orr Newport friends to stop th,re when in
the city.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Honor 10 phom Honor, &c.-Thc Clcv,.
land Herald, speaking Of the Erie riots,
says
The Bishop of the Roman Church has
been vigorously active in restraining law
lessness, and 80 far as the people under hi,
command are concerned, they have from
l'-.t TO last acted like good and faithful cili-
zeus. The proclamation Of the sheriff was
read and circulated by the Catholic Bishop
and priests, and their people were urged to
obey he law.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
- We learn that several ofo philan

We learn that several Of our philan.
thropic citizens have got out sabscriTlon
paper, upon which 'bcy have obained
handn"mo amount Of money, with which
they intend to opena soup House for Ihc
relief of the poor. The room will probably
be opened tomorr"w or next day, in The
building, corner Of Thames and Green
streets, at The bead Of tho wharf Of The
steamer Perry, where poor people can 20
with their kettles, AMI obtain supply Of
Soup.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
WASHINGTON, Jan. I.

Mr.. Norris RemainS.-The Scnatc's
committee to attend the remains of Mr..
Norris was composed of Massrs. Fool,
Toucey, Fish, James, and Dawson. The
subcommittee was composed of Mr.. Jam, s
of the Senate and Mr. Morrison OF the
House, who left with the remains and with
the family Of the deceased for New lIamp-
shire in the afternoon cars.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
BOSTON. Jan. I2,

NOMINATION OF u. S. SENATOR AT n
caucus OF the members Of the House OF
Representatives this afternoon, Henry vii.
son was nominated as the candidate for u.
S. Senator. OF 353 votes cast, Wilson
had 200, and the remainder were divided
between A. b. Ely, Julius Rockwell, Geo.
s. Boutwell, and others. The cancus was
harmonious.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Willis, in letter from Idlewild, in tho
last Home Journal, truly says--speaking of
the prevalent distress in New York-there
is probably more suffering endured by the
seemingly proud arI prosperous, before con-
Tossing want, than by tn, abiect TO whom
cold and hunger and all. Pity would 60
first to unexpected places, if all hearts we're
unveiled.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Who wW Wear the Bonnets AT the
ball for the poor at the opera, New York,
vle ladies' are permitted to appear, except on
the floor, in bonnets; but as this is not de-
sirable, the committee have ingeniously CIV
en- notice that they expect the privilege will
only be exercised by "ladies somewhat ad-
vanced in life" Consequently, no bonnets
will be worn.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
The democrats in the u. s. Senate az

The democrats in the U. s. Senate are
about putting plank in their platform in
opposition to the Secret Societies for polit.
cal pur oses. This is, to say the least, most
ungenerous to the Tammany Society, whose
password has for forty years been the shib :
boleth of Democracy. What will the Sa-
chems say TO such an unceremonious kick
ing out by the very men they raised to place
and power.-N. Y. Tribune,
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

A western exchange says that the pref
test way Of dunning ever devised, was
lately practiced in that vicinity. A very
pretty yeung woman accostcd debtor thus,
Husband has made me present Of tha,
little bill you owe him"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Lord Euhousie has consented to retain his
post as goVernor-general OF India for another
year Boston Post.
What condescension His lord,hip has
actually and graciously consented to receive
100000 for another years service.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
PITTSBURGH, Jan. 9.

MUNICIPAL ELEcrroSs.-Mayor Ultz, the
citiz 'ns candidate, was reelected Mayor Of
this city to-day by majority of Alb over
Morgan, the Know Nothing candidate. In
Allegheny, Adams, the citiz,n's candidate,
was re-elccted Mayor over the Know Moth
ing candidate.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Ma. EDITOR BY your paper Of the 18th
inst. ] see that there is wanted good ad-
hesive plaster, to make busy y.bodies stick o
their own business. think that | have a
receipt of the description which you allude
to. After the death of my wife, having
young, single daughter, she became my
house-keeper. ] always keep on the cen.
ire table one daily, two weekly and two
monthly papers; by reading these, after
her domestic duties are performed, she has
never learned the gossip Of the neighbor-
hood. PEACE.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Of all the articles of food, boiled rice 10
dlgssted in the shortest time-an hour
AS it Uontain' eight ten,hs nutritious matter,
II is very valuable substance for diet and
singular as it may appear, pigs iect are
digested almost as quickly.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Wisconsin Emigration.-= The Grant
County Herald estimates that during the
season just closed 10000 emigrants passed
through that county on their way North
snd West in search of new homes, and
that 10000 more took the river route, ma
king in al 10000 added to the population
Of Northern Iowa, Western Wisconsin and
Minnesota during this year.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
A fugitive slave from Alexandria. v,

A fugitive slave from Alexandra, Va,
was in Bangor, Me. few days since on his
way to the British provinces. lie is about
20 years of age and estimated his value in
Alexandra at 5000. lie gave his reason
for running away that his master intended
to sell him 10 Florida planter, AID a sou
OF his master about his own age, had as
sisted him to escape, and paid his fare to
New York.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

liza MAY.--We are authorized by the
publishers to state that the rumor, (said To
have originated with a Western paper,) at
tibuting the authorship of Ida May to the
wife o gentleman connected with their
house, is entirely without foundation. The
author OF the report k0ev probably that it
was a fabrication.
The uuthoress OF this nevei has good
reasons for remaining unknown and un-
Ill her consent is given, which the publish
ers do moi anticipate, her name will not be
made public.-BOsiOn Alias.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

John Bull has been doing an act very like
that which Jonathan committed at Grey
town. The town of Christainsand, on tho
coast of Africa, has been bomblrded and
destroyed; the Inhabitants having rcvoted
and refused to pay certain duties on spir.
its. The English lost quite number of
men.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Statistics ofhe City Of Washington
During 1854 there were erected in the city
of Washington 4O5 buildings, of which 237
were of wood. There were also erected
lS shops and 80 additions. There are now
in that city $3.50 dwellings. The Intel-
gencer says;
The total number of running feet of brick
pavement on the 3lst December, 1854, was
2Sl $40, (4,900,000 superficial feet of paw
ed tootYay)
The assessment valuation OF real and
personal property and stocks amounts to
S2+,sO2,773, yielding an income of about
$l6l,Sl6, after deducting the discount for
prompt payment, expense of collecting
&c.
There are twenty-seven public schools,
having thirty-seven teachers and 2,O65
scholars, at a cost Of $l7,733.
The funded debt is $62,580 at five per
cent, and $6S0,670 at six per cent, being
a total of $743,250; to which add S )O,OOO
preferred bonds Of the Chesapeake and Ohio
Canal Company.
The number of deaths in this city in 1854
was 1909; white males 1876 white fe-
males 4lS; colored males 100; colored fc-
males l65.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

RIcH BRGGAR-An old woman was
s,nt TO the workhouse at ST. Louis short
time since, for begging. She made her es-
cape, when it was discovered that she had
several houses and lots in Quincy, Illinois.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
~ When Nelson's famous sicral ~,

~ When Nelson's famous signal was
given--"England expects every man to do
his duly'-two Scotchmen were standing
on deck, and one pulled along sour face,
and said, "Eh, Sandy, there's nae,hing about
puir auld Scotland :" "IIoot, mon I" said
Sandy, "Scotand kens weel her BARNS
always do their duty. Il is only hin, to
til sc Englishcrs."
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Illness ofour Minister 10 France.--we
regret to learn that
"Our Minister to France, 'he Hon, James
NJ. Mason, suffered paralysis Of his right
arm and side, on the night Of The 26'h
nit, in Paris"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

The Chinese clam to have invented aim
os' everything before the western nations.
Their last claim is to the paternity of the
spiri'-rappinss, which thay say have been
common there for more than twenty years,
although now rather out OF date. s::sgs.:]
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
CHICAGO, Jan. 9.
Jos. Harlan, Whig, has been elected U.
S. Senator from Iowa.
TRENTON, Jan. 9.

New JERSEY LEGISLATURE. The Leg
i,lature of New Jersey met to-day. The
Senate organized by electing Col. VIM. G.
Alexander, of Mercer, DOM, President, and
A. X. Throckmorton, Dem, Secretary, over
John Rogers, Wing, of Burlington. The
usual resolutions were passed in regard to
the time of meeting, &c, when the Senate
adjourned.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

'Mr. Brown, you said the defendant was
honest and intelligent. What makes you
think so-arc you acquainted with him q
mo sir, never seed him.
Why, then, do ,ou come to such con-
clusion 2
Cause he takes ten newspapers and pays
for them in advance
Verdict for defendant.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

II Park Benjamin, Esq, is lecturing in
Boston and its vicinity; we should be glad
if he would visit Newport, and give our
citizens one of his sparkling and funny
poems.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Wasn't / there TOO AT the late elec-
ton in the State of New York, a lad pre-
scented himself at the polls to claim the ben
eft Of the elective franchise.
Feeling deep interest in favorite can
didate, the father, who was evidently oppos-
ed to the boys preference, stood at the bal
lot box, and challenged his right to vote on
the ground Of his not being OF age. The
young man declared that he was twenty-
one years old that he knew il, and that he
insisted upoh his right.
The father becoming indignant, and wish
ing, as the saying is, to "bluff him off" be-
fore the Judges, said
"Now Bob, will you stand up here and
contradict Inc? Don't know how old you
are7 Wasn't there !"
"Thunderation s'pose you was, wasn't
there too 2"
This settled the sire, and in went the
scion's vote.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Expert Operations.-The Michigan pa
pors assert that the prisoners in the State
prison at Jackson ha We actually been cngag-
ed in the manufacture Of bogus coin, and
by aid Of accompices outside the walls
have put the same in circulation.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

The Veterans Of 1912 at the Tomb Of
Washington.-W Washington, Jan. lO.--The
old soldiers visited Mount Vernon to-day,
stopping at Fort Washington on the way
back. The weather was beautiful, and
the old soldiers were full Of saieiy. They
W. re accompanied by crowds Of beautiful
and graceful women. Daguerrcaypes
were taken Of the different groups at the
mansion at Mount Vernon, Mrs. Washing
ton and children included, and at the tomb
Several speeches were made the IN st inte-
resting of which was by DIR. Sundown, a
Seneca Inlian. 1t was full of historical
"reminiscences, and he vas frequently in
ierrupted by outbursts Of applause. Gen.
Combs addressed the old soldiers in behalf
OF the red men. There was then an old
fashioned shaking OF hands all around,
which was followed by three successive
war whoops on the part of the Indians. On
reaching The National HOTEL in this city
the old soldiers formed in close order, and
were addressed by Gen. Combs in brief
farewell speech. Funds were then raised,
by the efforts oil Colonels Young and Bal,
win, to pay the expenses Of the poor SOL
diers and Indians, and all returned 80 their
several abodes, ,fatgucd but delighted with
the events of the day,
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
pUIiADElPtIA Ian Il

The night watchman of the Farmers
Bank, Mount Holley, New Jersey, was
found in the bank this morning at o'clock,
bound and gagged He says on entering
the building last night at 9o'clock, he was
seized, tied and gagged by four men who
had previously entered the tank and that
he remained in at situation all night. 1t
was presumed some money had been stolen
but the amount was unknown when our in
lormant left.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
HARTFORD, Jan. 9

The sentence against Lucas for placing
an obstruction upon the Middctown Branch
Railroad is five years and three months
hard labor in the Penitentiary.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

OF the thousands who crowd around the
soup houses in New York. II is said that
scarcely an American Is to be seen. Nearly
all are foreigners. The Germans seem to
prcdominbtc.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
New YoRK, Jan. 1.

Acceptance Rsflsed.--Niessrs. Duncan,
Sherman g.; Go. to day refused TO pay
drafts drawn upon them by Page, Bacon e.
Co., of San Francisco, st. Louis, etc.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Coming 10 America.-Victor Hugo, w.
NJ. Thackeray, Douglas Jerrold and Thom.
as Carlyle are coming TO this country to de-
liver lectures.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
BALTlNoRE, Jan.

The difficulty between our new Mayor
and Common Council, is in fair way of
adjustneAt-the former now being gcner-
ally sustained in the independent course
which he has adopted.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

TIL make sandwiches in Australia by
putting piece Of n,ner between two SHIN
giles. The price depends on the' supply of
old boots.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

uWe have received from Messrs. Phil
lips, Sampson g. Co, the publishers, Boss
ton, the American Almanac fr 1865. Tb S
is one of the most useful and valuable sta
ti,tical publications in the country.
For sale by G. +. Hammett, Jr.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
HERALD OF Tie TIMES,
<~~~~~~>~~~>--~ -
THURSDAY jan g 1875,

lrThe lecture on THURSDAY evening bc-
fore the Mechanics Association was deliv-
cred BY the lion. Horace Greedy, Of New
York. lis subject was, "Educalion as IL
is, and II should he" The audience
was the largest and best, we think, hat has
been gathered there this winter. Mr.. Gree
: ie a few PREDATORY remarks on the i'm
porlance of having a large Hall in the city,
which would hold al least Two thousand
persons, where lectures could be furnished
at low prices Ills lecture was cScelIent-
fsee from all isms. and con'ained practical
and good comm pn-sea'o thoughts; We be-
lieve that j, gave general satisfaction.
H5-On Faiday night attempts were made
10y three men to enler several stores in the
vicinity of Market square they awoke the
inmates of house over one of the stores,
who watched them, bat all being females,
of course could do nothing. Attempts have
also ben made during the past week to en-
ter several dwellings during the night
There is gang OF robbers in The city, and
every family and business man should Sc
scure their premises thoroughly either
have faithful dog, or else keep good re-
volver well loaded, for the latter is excel
lent medicine for these midnight robbers.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Hard times has closed three of the New
York theatres, as follows:--the Academy of
Music, National Theatre, and Niblo's.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Az ARMY OFFICER EsreSSD.-Capt
N. J. Il. Dana, Assistant Quaalermaster,
U. S.'A. has resigned, to take effect Oh the
lst OF March.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

WAsTEp.-A good strong adhesive plas
ter, to make busy-bodics stick TO their own
business.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
WAsytrNcroN Ian IA


No notice Of the death of Mr.. Mason, our
minister to France has been received by the
government here. The last advices were
dated Paris, 2Sth Dec, 8 p. m, and repre-
scented him to be then in critical condition
from the attack Of paralysis.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
Dp Gcle0rapb.
WAsHIYGroN, Jan. Q.

NAsHINGTON, Jan y.
II il semi Officially announced, that the
government is fully prepared to repress the
projected expedition to Central America,
the moment that it assumes revolutionary
or Inlawlul character.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

They have got fast operator in Aka
mass. lie cuts up clover hay, and sells it
or black tea. He'll 10 to travel.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

Boston aud Providence Railroad Compa-
mv.-The annual meeting of This company
was held on "Wednesday. The old direct
ors were reelected as follows:
G. Ii. Warren, Joseph Grinnell, John
l,ars,ow, Geo r. RUSSELL VIM. Amory,
Samuel Il. Dana, Geo. w. Elallett
The gross earnings of the year ending
Nov. 80, 1854, were S544,s29 95; cxpen-
ses, $355,703 II. Balance, $209,l26 0S,
In 1853, the gross earnings were $685.
s26 50. The expenses 1921 ,6S7 52.-
Excess OF earnings ip 1854, $36,5O3 26;
excess of expenses $54,0l6 SO. The total
floating debt, Nov. 80, dcducting cash on
hand, was $I34,85 50.
The usual dividend was omitted, so as to
pay off portion of The debt which is COM
ing due, and which could not be renewed
except at high rates. The same policy will
omit the next dividend.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

o. There will be two Ecipses Of the
Sun and two of the Moon this year A to-
tai eclipse of the Moon, Nay lst and I'd. /;
it will be visible in most of North America,
in South America, and partially in Europe
and frica.
A partial eclipse Of The Sun, May 18th; F;
it will be visible in Asia, in part Of Europe,
and in the northern part Of North Aneri-
ca.
A total eclipse cf the Moon, October
25lh, ,siblc chiefly in North and South
America.
a partial eclipse Of the Sun, November
9th; this will be par tally visi lie in Austria.
LA and in New Il ,aland.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

One ofthe iDignitaries.--It is related
we do no. affirm the truth of the story-of
one Of the country members of the Great
and General Court, that arrivir G in the city
by one of the late trains on the day Of the
opening of the session he rushed immediate
ly to the State House, and after some trou-
ble in finding the Representatives Hall,
hurried to the Speakers desk, and sa uted
that august presence as follows: "Mr.
Speaker, good morning; how dye do p
Rather late missed the cars. / Wish you
~ouh shoio me up to my room right err
That Representative has got good deal to
learn before Spring. Journal,
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

They had fog at Chicago the other day
so thick, that broker took four pistareens
Tor half eagles. Tha, takes US down.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18
SECOND DISPATCH.

The robbers were in the bank from in
the evening until this morning, but did
not succeed in getting the vault open, nor
did they carry any money away with them.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

The 4 mored Siqre Narram.-Wc
have mnde careful inquiry since the publ
cation OF our morning paper, in order 70
ascertain the truth of ,he rumor which was
current yesterday respecting the issue oi
warrans for the arrest of fugitive slave in
this city, and are informed on the best au-
,horily, that The whole matter exists only in
a rumor. and that the Y. s. Marshal has no
knowledge whatever OF the issue of such
warrant. We wish that we could diyest
ourselves of the idea that this whole matter
has been got up by cunning political in
iriguer for effect upon the Legislature in
the choice of a United States SENATOR
But there is strong presumptive evidence
tha, such is tho case, and that the cnlored
man, jackson, who has been connected
with this matter, and who, we believe, was
actually hurried from the city yesterday,
was the deuded victim of misplaced conf
dence. Boston Journal.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

The General Assembly met at Provi-
dencc on Monday last, but a quorum not
being being present, both Houses adjourned
until Tuesday
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

p A Yankee in I,wa has taught ducks
to swim in hot water, and with such success
that they lay boiled eggs. Who says this !.
no, an age Of improvement
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

UWc are indebted to the Hon. Philip
Allen, U. S. Senate, for valuable public
documents.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

20 'Mary, where is the frying-pan
gone 2"
"Jemmy got ii, carting mud or clam
shells up the alley, with the cat for
horse"
"The dear little fellow, what genius he
will make; but 90 and get il. We arc go.
ing to have company, and must fry some fish
for dinner.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

The lmmigration at several OF the princi-
pal ports of North America during the last
year, is shown By The following table -
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

uTThe amount OF the public debt Of the
United States on the 2dof January was SAL.
875,S3l,O5.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1855-01-18

How TO DREss.-The Transcript thus
hints to the ladies' as to dresses at the op-
era
"Not in bonnet and dark articles Of dress
that absorb the light, neither the low neck.
ed dresses and short sleeves--leave those
TO the private drawing -room--but in light
and bright colors that will enliven the
house, and give Grsi an impression that
she is no, singing to the servant girls with
their mistresses' tickets"