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The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1855-01-18

SALE OF B0oks-The attention of the
public asked to the sale of valuable School, CLASH
CAL Law, Medical and Miscellaneous Books to take
place THIS EVENING, at O'Clock. at the store of
Mr.. Elias Hale 106 Main st which will be continued
every evening for the next four five days The
collection embraces many valuable works and a
opportunity is offered for eplenishins Libraries
allow rates. The sale will he conducted by Mr. ].
w. RHODES, late of New York.
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A VERY DESIRABLE FARM ON
IN BROOKE TURNPIKE. Al MILES FROM
RICHMOND, FOR sALE.-The subscribers are au-
thorized to sell the desirable Farm on which Mr. w
H. BoEcock now resides containing 100 acres situa-
ted on the Brooke Turnpike, II miles from the CITY
of Richmond. The neighborhood is first rate, and
the premises to Mr.. Bowcocs or to u.s.
is 1876 GUDDIN ApPERSON
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TAXING DoGs.-It is useless for the eity
to hope of collecting taxes on all the dojs in
her limits, until she furnishes collars which mu
be paid for In advance and then direct the police to
extermnate every animal of the canine race to be
found without collar. If some such ordinance as
this were passed, a large revenue might be realised
from it, while, at the same time, the streets might
be kept clear of the thousands of dirty ours that
now make night hideous with their yells."
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Tar Arurrxux.-The lecture Of Pro-

TIE ArHEHxux.-The lecture Of Pro-
f.ssor Wsshipeton ct the Athen9u.n, on Tuesday
nisht. on sarhs Rsces II Men, was one Of msrhed
sbiiitv and characterized BY the ripe wisdorn ana
rscb sftsinmenfs Of eminently philosophie and
r.Il.stored mind. We shall not undertake. to give
- esch of t. az no Ok Itch could do II Justice
The ecture maintsned the essential differences OF
The yaces Of m en- o. they found upon the earth
djaerencss which become more marked a. we de.
scend into history; and showed the Q,
Upon the seston Of the unity Of tn .d
,h.t he had formed no definite opinion on thst sub.
scf though the leaning Of bis mind W.. ~ ,ss0r OF
To-nisht Professor Washington lectures on Ine
Negro Races" subjec. OF great interest," asa when
wa feel confident he will treat with an AFFINITY Sc
cond TO that Of no man in this country we nave at
ways regarded Prof. Washington a: one OF me ~.
intelects of our country. Ever since reading nis
essay on the Social System OF Virgins, we pave ne,
that opinion and il has been confirmed BY All Dis
.eaueut efforts. We congratulate the Ather eun
Committee upon their acquisition OF such ieeuref'
and tn community upon the opportunity OF refresh
ing ths,seiv at deep and pure fountain OF Wis
dom and learning.
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LAID UP.-Fanny Dustev. the free ,

LAID UP.-Fanny Dustey, the free ne
gross charged with violently assaulting and beat
Ing with brick Isaac Lomsx, was called before
the Mayor yesterday but owing to the inability of
the wounded man to attend court the exsmin atton
was postponed until Tuesday next and the accused
remanded to prison. The attending physician of
Lomax represented his wounds as severe and was
not satisfied that he would not lose an eye by
thein -
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HuRRA FOR MExlco-At the Tredepar

HURRA FOR MEXiCo.-At the Trederar
Works in this city, twelve fourteen ten inch
esnnons, made for house in New YORK and said 70
be designed for the use of this Mexican Goyernme,t
When Santa Anna gets posse ssion of these D9ckrt
pieces II he can only manage to SECURE thu ssrviras
of q sufficient number of Yankee boys to handle
them, he may bid defiance to the 'uptsiue,' OF ali
pretenders and rest quiet In his at as Ii he had
no enemies TO oppose; The metal of which these
world, and the workmanship on them, we are surs
will be equal to any of the kind ever seer.
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Il Frs The Building Committee of Richmond
College will receive proposals for the erection the
North Wing of the edfce of said College. according
10 the plans and specifications made by T. A. Tefft
Esq until Monday, S9lh inst Bids are invited for
the different kinds of work separately, or for the
whole together Iron and stone work to be incIu
ded in the csrpenters' bids.
The plans and specifications. can bs seen at the
Bookstore of Mr.. Charles Wortham, on Main, be-
tween oh ard 10Th streets, Any information rea tive
to the plans &c. will be given by President Ryand,
DR.. Albert mead, or the undersigned, to whom the
bids will be handed. RICH'D REINS,
ia I8-6t Chairman Building Committee.
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EXTENSIVE FoRGKRY IN PRrRasBuRo-ABscoHD
ING ov the foaaEx.--Nsle srn from The Peters,
burg Express, that series of forgeries, by Jso w
RIcE, OF that city, have. within few days. como to
light, amounting 70 very large sum. and that Rice
nnding ne could no longer conceal his frsuds, LEFT
the city ear last week and has been .,s.,. Of
since.
Jno. w. Riceis a native of Brunswick county, end
was very much respected. For some time he did
business with his brother In Petersburg In the dry
goods line. A year ago they dissolved partnership
and he entered into q partnership with DR.. A..
Whitehead, in the manufacture of pressed brick
In order to raise money says the Express for pur-
poses of private nature-best known to himself,
the editors of that paper declaring they cannot be-
lieve the rumors afioas about that point-he drew
money from the Petersburg Banks, on notes bearing
forged endorsements amounting to over $4,000,
and other sums from individuals in and around
Petersburg and in New York, making total Of
about $4,000. He forged the signature of Jno. w.
Rice & Brother, to the notes and endorsed his own
name and forged the eudorsations of j. Ravenscroit
Jones' William P Buford, Whitehead s. Rice, and
others.
Some of the notes not being met either by pay
ment or curtaiment as they had formerly been the
end0rsers were informed of the fact to their very
great amszement and then it was that Rice disap.
peared. Among the sufferers in New York, are
Greenwsy & Brothers, (Virginians) who loaned
$4,000 on the forged paper.
The Express is satisfied that all just claims
against Whitehead & Rice will be promptly met.
Much excitement was produced In Petersburg by
these Developments and the town was full of ru-
mors. Persons have gone in pursuit of Rice.
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REV. I. T. CAsTLEMAN.-The Staunton
Spectator states that Rev. Mr. Castleman. the
able and eloquent pastor Of the Episcopal
Church, ofthat place, has, in accordance with
the wishes of his people, declined the Rector
ship Of the Church of the Ascension, Balti-
more, to which he was recently unanimously
elected.
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How PERFECT THE EYEs.-So seldom
do we see Daguerreotypss with perfect eyes, that
clear and beautiful Pictures. They ere go different
from the most see, that they remind US more of
exquisitely painted Miniature thsn Daguerreo-
type. 1t ia wonderful how he can furnish such gems
at Us. ia I8
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RALLIED IN.-The pressure at the Mayors
Court, from idle spectators has become SO great of
late, that his honor has been compelled to ran
division line in the court room, beyond which those
who have no business cannot bulge an inch,
few cold days, and the morbid curiosity which at.
tracts these crowds, will freeze up and break off
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We would call attention to the sale of
Ravenswood, advertised under the auction head, to
be sold THIS DAY, at IL O'Clock NJ. The land is
beautifully situated, with good improvements, and
within mile of the city aud would seem to present
inducem to those wishing to locate the
city. TAYLOR l. WILLIAMS,
ia 13-1t Auctioneers.
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RESIGNATION OF Mr.. SoULE.-The people
of the United States will universally admit
that, though it cannot be said of Mr. Soule
that The left his country for his country s
good, he is coming back for his country S
good 1t was an unfortunate appointment.
He is gentleman of brilliant abilities, but
destitute of the ballast of sound Judgment.
He has plenty of valor, but of "the better part
of v&lor, discretion" he is profoundly igno-
raYlt 1t is fortunate that he was not the means
of Involving the United States in war with
Spain. While we congratulate the country
on the return of Mr.. Soule we are pleased
that in the purely personal difficulties which
were forced upon him, he did not afford any
ground for exultation to the malignant cabal
who sought through him to inflict wound
upon the sensibilities of this country.
His successor, Mr.. Breckenridge, the pre-
sent member of Congress from the Ashland
dist riot in Kentucky, is capital appointment.
To high abilities, and undoubted firmness, he
adds conservative instincts and soundness of
Judgment. The country viii have confidence
in his sagacity, decision and prudence.
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cellent cause

NEW MATERIAL FOR PAPER-The ALBANY Fva,-
ing Journal OF Saturday, appeared printed mo,
Eastwood paper, manufactured by an inyen,iopp .
G. w. Beardse, of Albany. The paper, II is said
has hne body and takes neat and clear impres
sion. The Journal says that 1t will work a reyolu
non In paper making, and compel rags to abdicaie
Mr.. B. Is making arrangements to enter largel,
into the manufacture OF the article.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1855-01-18

The PEAK FAMILY, at Metropolitan Hall
were greeted By che OF the most enthusiastic au-
diences on Tuesday evening last, that ever witt
messed In that building. With such rare musical
accomplishments as they possess, 1t Is not to be
wondered at that they have become great favori,
with the music lovers Of the city. Go and see
them this evening by all means
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SERIOUS ACCIDENTAL few days since
lad named Alfred Brown, while saving piece of
timber in the patent shop at the Tredegar Works,
accidently placed his LETT hand in contact with a
circular saw, by which four of his fingers were
dreaduy lascerated. His little finger was go badly
cut that Dr. Carter his attending physician, had to
amputate it at the knuckle joint. When we heard
from him yesterday afternoon he was doing as well
could be expected under the circumstances
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1855-01-18

On THE DEoREAsE.-Weu pds rstana ~ =.
female slaves not hiring for as extravassnt
now, a. at the commencement OF the vear NJ
however, continue to command exhorbtsnt 49,.
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SUSPICIOUS. - Last Tuesday morning,
about4 O'Clock, two suspicious looking men were
discovered in Mr. George R. Peakes yard, on Main
street, between I'd and Sd, but finding that they
had been perceived by a servant, fled. In an hour
afterwards, however, they again returned, but hear
ing neighbor call the Watch, made their escape.
Mr.. Peake is unable to say whether these fellows
were white or black, and of course does not know
the object of their VISIT but as his hen house was
robbed on former occasion, he thinks it probable
that they returned for second lot of poultry
Persons residing in that neighborhood, would do
well to keep gun, and some buckshot and pow.
der, for the benefit of these nocturnal visitors,
should they again return to that locality
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The Rev. J

The Rev. DR.. ToTTEN, of William and
Mary College, dictates on every Sunday at St
Paul's Church, in this city. DR.. Totten is Divine
of great learning and ability
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joe FOR THE PoLIoE.-Near the cornar

JOE FOR THE FoLICE.-Near the corner
OF 9th street and the Canal exists most int, erahl
uui'anee which greatly complained of by person,
who have business in that section of the civ and
should be abafed- Manure are very valuable in ma
per places but as no crop is to be seeded this
on the fow.path. we can see especial reason ~
an extraordinary effort to enrich the SOIL Let RI
matter be attended to at once ~ 'he
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1855-01-18

The CUBAN EXPEDITION. under Gen. Quitman
according to the New York Tribune has been pre-
vented from sailing In consequences OF the Cubans
refusing TO contribute any further material aid"
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STATE OF VIRGINIA, ! ,
CITY OF RICHMOND,

state eir7 OF of n vIRalN5A' To wit:
This day personally appeared before me,
Samuel T. Bayly Notary Public for the city afore-
said, William g. Paine and James K. Lee the Presi-
dent and Secretary of the Henry Company, and E.
yerally made oath that the foregoing statement is
true. Given under my hand this 18th day of Janua-
ry, 1855. sAM'L T. BAYLY, N. P.
10
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Who 10 SAMf-This question has been often
asked u.s. but for certain reasons we have refused
to tell but the restrictions having been removed BY
the g. of our lodge will state that it springs
from the progress of the times. Years ago, when
modesy and reverence were national characters
tics, were accustomed to regard our Uncle
7 Samuel with respect due his position, but now,
with our fast notions of manhood, we slap the old
fellow the back and Familiarity call him plain
SAM, and don't care a--copper.-R9st0n Posi-.
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MARINE NEWS.
PORT OF RICHMOND, Jan. 1,
g All Ed

Schr Saratoga. Hodgdep, Salem, nndz D Curre
schr Mary Eliza, Hotchkss, New York, mdz w D
Colquitt Co.
Schr Hard Scrabble, Gregory, Boston, rndz David
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AucTIo N.-Groceries, Fruit, Tobacco
kc., THIS MORNING, by
DAVENPORT, ALLEN CO,
ia lS-lt AuctioneeIs.
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S. OF 1.-THE attention of the members
OF Marion Division, s. of t. is called to the notice
of their r. g., in another column.
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SPECIAL NoTIcE.-The attention of the
Trade is requested to my sale of CLOTHING, THIS
DAY, at 10 O'Clock. ALEX. MOTT,
ia Is Auctioneer.
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IyHE subscrlber having sold part of the

'IlE SUBSTITUTE HdVIHg sUIu part OF Inc
Il Tredegar Foundry and Engine Works to MA.
THEW DELANY, FRANCIS T. GLASGOW and
WIN. STEPTOE. who have long been connected
with the business, has associated these gentlemen
and Engine business. Being DESTROYS Of closing Ut
his old business, he requests those who have claims
against him present them for settlement and those
indebted to him to make arrangements for early pay.
ments. ]. r. ANDERSON
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NOTICE.-The Undersigned have this
IN day formed CO, PARTNERSHIP, for the pur-
pose of MANUFACTURING TOBACCO in the city
of Richmond. Factory corner 18th and Canal sts
CHARLES P. WORD,
JAMES II. WORD.
Rich, in - e.
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KEY WEST, Jan. 1lth-The expenses of the scbr
Tempter, Capt Appleman, are 81 200. She sails to-
daV for Richmond. Va.
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BIG GUys.-Messrs Anaar.o.n n.

Co. are casting number Of tive I've inch .un. sa ~
United States Government, several OF vbieh are
nearly completed, while others are on the way.
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SALE OF REAL EsTATE.-YesteTday al
ternoon, the brick house aud lot at the Southeast
corner OF Franklin street and Locust Alley, sold foI
81 $50, at public auction Thought 70 be a good
price certainly at the present time. Messrs. Tsy
lor & Williams, Auctoneers.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1855-01-18

THE PENNY PosT.-The Penny Post ofyes,
terday, announces that "the editors have de-
termined to make an entire change in the
character of the Penny Post, and in future
will devote its columns to advancing the in.
terest of the great American party, known to
the public by the distinctive appellation OF
KnowNothings. They do not design to do
the work negligently. They will enter upon
it with zeal, and will devote their entire atten-
ton to it,
The Pos: also announces that DR. William
S, Easley, who has had some experience as
an editor in the GAINESVILLE Tobacco Plant, is
to be associated in the editorial conduct OF
the paper. DIR. Easily is understood to be q
gentleman of talents and requirements. In
other respects, the editorial corps of the Post
remains unchanged.
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WILLIAM THOM will continue the
w business of STONE MASON on bis own az
count, and at the same place. VIM. THOM.
qs6
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THE AMERICAN ALMANAC AND
l. REPOSITORY OF USEFUL KNOWLEDGE,
for the year 1851.
My Courtship and its Consequences. By Henry
Wikoff Paper, 81; cloth, si.25.
Disturnells Railway and Steamship Guide for jan
uary, giving the Railroad and Steamboat Routes,
Distances, Fares &C., through the United States and
Canada also the Ocean Steamship arrangements
list of Hotels. &C.; with Map of the Unit States
and Canada, showing all the Canals and RaIoads.-
Price 25c.
Ruth Hall. ByF Fanny Fern. New supply. Sl.B.
Party Leaders. By Baldwin. 81.
Virginia Com ediana By resident of this city
For sale by GEO. M WEST,
Exchange Bookstore, s doors below Post Office.
la I8-2t
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Balance. So
Number of shares, 7G9. Property, none
Number shares redeemed, A.
Estimated value of 7C9 shares, Sc 10.
Estimated value of unredeemed shares, S6.5l.
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MISS DAVENPORT continues to be the
reigning star at the Marshall Theatre and has been
greatly admired by all who have seen her on our
boards The piece selected for her this evening is
admirably suited to her brilliant talents and great
accomplishments and we trust viii be the means of
attracting for her large audience. Those who
have not yet seen this gifted and accomplished
lady, have no idea of the rare treat they are nightly
refusing to partake Of Let all see her this evening
~ The Bells to be used by the PEAK Family. at
their Concert tonight the same used by the Lau
cashire Bell and fret introduced in this
try, IA years since, by P. T. Barnum.
Remember, this is their last night, and all their
favorite pieces will he presented, including the
S,riss Song avih double echo; the National Airs"
Harp Solos," &c.
Master EDDIE will also appear in new Ballad
written expressly for him.
Secure seats in the daytime, at Taylor's Music
Store. It
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DIED
ARRIVALS At THE PRINCIPAL HOTELS

In Norfolk Va, on Sunday TIE 18th inst JOHN
FL. NASH, for many years merchant in this city
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DESPERATE AssAuLr.-A negro fellow

DEsPERATE AssAULT.-A negro fellow
called Richard, the property of Mrs. Richard Pc
gram, of Petersburg, but hired to Mr.. William
Barrett OF this city, was arraigned before the Mayor
yesterday charged with assaulting with cleaver,
slave named Dabney, on Tuesday night last 1t
appears from me evidence that Daeney has charge
that the prisoner, being a fellow of high temper,
applied offensive epithets to Dabney which brought
them into collision, during which Dabney received
and jug, and finally with cleaver, all of which
made severe flesh wounds. The Mayor remanded
the accused for trial before the Hastings Court for
felony, the punishment for which, on the first con
vction, is the LASH but on the second conviction is
death
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FOR HIRE--A young Man, accustomed
l. to making Mortar and attending to Plastersrs
old man and good Laborer. Apply 70
ia Ia-St r. CAUTHORN.
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NOTICE.-The Subscriber having taken
In the Store lately occupied by measrs. P. Srsus
& Bro, on Broad between Sd and 4th sts. intsnd,
keeping a general assortment of ROOTS and
SHOES, CLOTHING and DRY GOODS, which h.
Is enabled to sell cheap and hereby appoints A.
HARRIS as his Agent to carry the said business
for him and On his account
MARCUS HARRIS
Richmond JAN II, 1855. ia I8-9t*
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F TICKETS-25 cts. Reserved Seats, 50 cts
Ceiored Gallery, 25 cts.
" Seats can be secured without any extra chsrgs
on application at Mr.. TAYLoR's Music Store or AZ
the Office of the Exchange Hotel, where Plans Of
the Hall may be seen.
r. USHERs will be in attendance, to seat the
audience.
Er- CONCERT to commence at7t o'clock. Doors
open at 81 O'Clock precisely.
jail tx w. 8 BLATSDELL, Agent
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E'REsH PECAN NUTS; do. Walnuts
IL do. Almonds; dc. FilSertsi do. Palm Nuts-all
Just received aud for fals by
jsla .. BoNAvITA 4 CO., 76 M sin ct,
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t,RESH OLIVES; Anchois Capens |;
Il Sauces; Catsups dc sll nice; just received By
jail 8. RoNAYITA l. co 76 Main ct.
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weeks and send bill to A a., d. & Co. ia1e-2w
nISSOL N.-Ihe concern of
NJ THOM l. WILLIAMS il dissolved by mutual
consent
Mr. Thorn viii pay all debts that may be due by,
and collect all the debts that may be due 10 the
Germ. WILLIAM THOM
JOHN WILLIAMS.
RIcuMoNp Ian 18th Ia55