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Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

PROSPECTS OF PEACE.-Ihe Liverpool Times,
of January goth, states that the sincerity of the
Cars proposals for peace are vouehcd for IN the
highest quarters aud by perfectly reliable author
ity. 1t says:
I'VE have reason to know, from source Of
unauestonablc authority. that the British gov
eminent ere fully convinced of the sincerity of
the Cars desire for peace, and il is more than
probable that the forthcoming Congress at Vienna
may really settle the question The pride of the
Emperor Nicholas has been sadly lowered by his
readiness to accept terms now, which he rejected
with scorn nine months back; and to do this
while the allied forces are in possession of his
own soil, adds, of course, 10 the humiliation.
But the fact i underinbc that he desires
peace. and will even q beyond the four points
in order to secure it, lie is willing, we have been
given TO understand, to exceed the four points bv
conserving to a large maritime reduction in thu
Black Sea. and To the presence there of "A mari
time force in the interest Of the Western Powers.
He desires nevertheless to retain Sebastopol ;
and if fhe allies now succeed IN destroying that
fortress, he will not pledge himself not to rebuild
il. Mr.. Golden stated this fact at Leeds on
Wednesday, but no one supposed Tor an instant
what we have now strong reason 10 ptAeVe' ina
he spoke from inspiration. This information has
reached us from quarter so high, that it may o'
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

y iNH'" -llii'il ~ Atl1 ] tiaA lSiiftAsiA'
For faihfumce, 81 invention, for elegance ol
design, nud for cmbodyns in pleasing ald eff.
fcctiyo forms the nice aud refined feelings that
ordinary modes of expression altogether tail t.
convey, says the Washington sentinel, thu
French excel all other notion- on the globe.
The small but beautiful courti-ie- that lend alt
almost spiritual lastre 10 French society. an
convert the slightest hides into sources 81 hap
piness have done mich towards cirlizing and
refining other naiioas. The first duty of French
man is to practice urbunity He Is polite on the
street. in the parlor. in eating, in drinking; he is
polite in fighting, and polite dying. But, not
wthstanding his strict attention to little thing~,
he is great in great things. He Is greut in bat
tie, great in science, grrnt IN lltelatore great in
art.
one of the latest improvements introduced into
society in Paris, is the DagurrreotNpc Visiting
Card.
"Thp Paris correspondent who rrporss the
fashions of that versatile city for the New York
journal Of Commerce, state. that IA new STYLE of
visiting cards has been produced there which has
created a great sensation, md vii. II Is sud, be
come the fashion with those vino like cNtraordl-
nary novelties, Instead OF che name printed on
fine card. the small piece ofpustcboard has pho
torrnphic likeness at the visitor; The lace up
pears under different aspects, according to the
circumstances under which the visit is mude.-
For instance ON ordinary occasions, your like
ness will bear the hahitunl expression of your
countenance. on New Years day, your face will
he ieyous and smile your Fluctuations. II your
visit be one of condolcnce your portrait will he
melancholy and sarrowiul. To take leave, in
stead of the symboIcol letters =. 7, G.. the Wis
itor will be represented on his card coyC with
the travelling cap, and framed in the window ota
railroad car The art of photography Ia, been
| so much simpfed that the cost OF these portrait
! cards is but small. One hundred may be had
! for 25 francs or So, and are handsomely eNocu-
! ted and embellishcd.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09
CITYiyD STaTEDhP

ifAGIBlHG NJ -Ef# 81. .A~sasI N go #5.-t
"A concert will be given on Monday night ~ Tue
Masonic Hall by the Lynehbnrg Musical Asso-
citation. This association i composed OF gen
tlemen OF our city who for several months past
hive studied instrumental music under the IN
strucfon Of Mr.. Bozzaotra, we'll known to TINS
community a one of the most able and ndriat-
gable teachers of music in the State. There are
some twenty-siX or seven performers upon IA
rnu- instruments. Nearly IN equal numper OF
the ladies' comprising Mr.. Bozzaotra's vocal class
will assist the Association i'll this their first con
cert. The programme will be published at anoth
or day. and comprises some Of the choicest selec-
lions from approved composers. We commend
this Association to every lover of music a one
ieh in point of numbers aud training Is not
cAcelled if eqnaed by any similar society ii tie
State. and bespeak forit patronage common
surate with its elevated aims. Already IA very
large number Of tickets hive been sold and 1t
would be well f.r all who design attending to
lose 10 time in securing their seats. Tickets
may be had at Payne & Christians, Mor,e's,
Williams q Iooper's, and the Hotels. RspHb-
HcaR.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

A BRIDEGROOM IN LIuBo.-The Albany Argus
of Monday morning last says:
Thursday night last, there arrived in our city.
by the Hudson River Railroad, gentleman and
lady, who took rooms at the Standwix Hall. Both
were elegantly appareed, and the man soon
made it known that he was on wedding tour,
having that morning been married to the lady,
formerly an actress at the Broadway Theatre,
New York. The man gave his name as W. Il.
Halcomb, broker, of that city; made free use ot
his money. in feeling the servants of the hotel
and was evidently disposed to make his honey
moon as pleasant as the "ucre' would contri-
butte toward it.
The next day friday he, with his bride, made
A visit of inspection to the Legislative Halls and
ether noticeable public buildings. That even
ing however. two policemen from New ork ar
rived in the late train. in pursuit OF the man. who
they said was charged with embezzlement' swim
ding and obtaining goods under false pretenees'
to the amount of $4,000. The object OF their
visit was not known until next morning, when he
was arrested and taken back to New York. HIS
newly made bride accompanied him.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09


The critical article on Thackeray in the last
number II Backwood's Magazine will be found
to be extremely interesting. The following ex-
tract sums up the writer's conclusions with re-
gard 10 him.
Mr. Thaekcray i no ppei;for ono of the high
c-t Of the poets voeations and perhaps the no
blest work of which genius is capable; is to en-
body the purest ideal soul III the most lifellke
human garments; and this Is an effort which our
author has not yet attempted Perhaps the title
which Mr.. 1hnckcray would rather choose for
Himself would he that of an historian of human
untnre. In his sphere he i 50 emincntly. HUI
man nature in its company dress, with allits fol
hes IN. is the subject he delights 10 treat OF, Tut
Nr. Ihackerny is not grcut in home scenes, where
the conventional drers is off, and the good
that j. in a IMAM expands under the cheerful
glow of the domestic fire. Mr. Ihaekeray
docs not drape hi hero in purple, nor does
he make pictures If Inn he walk lut.
lily among suffering men, but takes him To pie.
ces with wicked ninth, calling upon all men Ia
laugh with him AT the idols demolition. We are
no advocates for Idol or hero worship; but when
We remember that there WIZ once IN this world
Man who was at once divine aud human. whom
we are all encouraged To- mike example. and
following whose wonderful footsteps come have
attained 10 IA life grandrr than that of common
humanity, feel that the highest ideal of the
poet IS bat fit and seenly acknowledgement of
the eaccllencr- which has been made possible
to our favored racc and that the circle of life aud
manners l. not complete till we have admitted in
to it the oftlest a. well as the lowest example of
human existence the saint no loss than the sin.
ncr.n
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

KopG on \ R>Ir~--A man named Vippmnn
was recently ridden upon 4 rail in Jetf'rsonsIr
for some msbehayioor and tn performance fol
lowed up 10y giving to his face coloring that
placed him on a leyel, in external appearance,
with the darkest African.
The amusement however was abruptly termin-
ntcd. \ whcelright, by name Allen Grogan Tor
some cause unknown, struck another OF the maine
of Barsey, a blow with Il stone which teIlcd him
and then with II knife mActedon Bur>ry severe
but not dangerous stab in the shoulder The
next morning Viprman had disappeared, and
Grogan had also made hi, escape.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

NTOTICE.-Ih have on hand. al my "P, ) mlef
IN IRON tle city OF Lynchburg, immediately on the
Amber Court House Boad
.I2, and Horse Iron Axle l"nSs"n)
Railroad and Ok Cart.
Ploughs, Harrows, CultiYn'ors, We
Bed Steads, Wash Stands.
a Tables Safes, Wardr 'hes, Sc.
All OF which warrant he of he ven best mate
rails and will sell them low il lower than snch
work canI be obtained els where AL per "ns IN want
oe such articles will ud il iaricst 10 give me
call as am determined 10 offer SUI inucrmnnts eswi
insn,c so,es y 3 MAGRUDER.
July 26-xd&c
BALE FRESH HOPS-New NJ, jus
Il received by h. STABLEh q W.
dec 5.dAwts
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09
OBITU AIRY

Departed this life, on the 18th January, so,
at the residence of her husband, il the county Of
Nelson, Mr.. MARY /. Bu.B, aged % years aud
, months. She was perfectly conscious of her
approaching d,uth. aud poke of it with calmncss
and resignation. Fer about dirty years size had
suffered severe affection, which she bore with
calm endurance and submission, without murmur
1T the will Of her Heavenly Father knowing
hat He clastcncd her for hcr preft thai she
might be a partoker Of His holiness. \ few
Days before size fell ASLEEP in the assured hope of
awaking to everlasting lie, shc told ono Of her
daughters that her trust was alone IN her Saviour.
Relying orly on the atoncment OF Christ for the
pardon Of her sins, with unNavcrng confidence
N the promises of God,
might dcWs fall not CALMLY ON the ground,
Nor Wen, y. worn out Winds M trr s,sott.a
rs did her trusting spirit leave its mortal tenr-
mcnt for the mansions of rest uhoyh. As II wife
he WIS devoted, "a mother tender aud alice
Tomato, and II, II mistress kind and mdulgeni ~
Indeed she had all the qualifications necessary to
,udenr her IL all who knew her well. She leave.
a husband and nine children 10 mourn their loss,
and to remember that
Heaven friends to hiess tie present scene,
Resume theiu to prepare Us for the next
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

rolis1 on a. 40 opposition IF the Cars feelings
..f FHIs r.r.-4##f r.HIt.1
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09


WIsE's DEMoCRAcY.-Ihe following we take,
is sound aud nnanawerable logic. 1t is the com
ncntnry of the Lexington Gazette upon the some
wLat remarkable language of Mr.. Vie in regard
f. his Democracy, and his declaration that be
hts no recdntutioHS 10 make:
IF any Democrat he-itales in respect to my
Democracy. | have bnt one thing to say to him,
that present him no r'rfae Of MY owN.' The
plain meaning of this language il, if you old line
democrats desire 10 sustnin me, Henry a. WISE
ON account of my own democracy, you will not
he able to do it. for have none Of it worth talk
Ing about, spent the prime of my life in fight
ing democracy, | abused you, all Of you. your
l,olIng men aud measures, the whole brood OF
,cofocuiem, like dogs--ihat was the opinion
had of you then, and nov have no rccnntationS
10 make, | nm of the same opinion still. As to
the articI, Of democracy an bankrupt, have
none of my own, and have but two or three rem
nart- on hand which borrowed rs specimens,
IRON two or three democratic conventions. It
you yot" for me- yon m 1T vot" TOR me rs ! was
aud rs | still am. Rich. mir.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

SHAMEFUL AFFAIR AT NorroLK.-iAe Nor
folk Heraid of yesterday furnishes the following:
The Il, secretion of the Sabbath, we are pain
cd to say, j. getting To be day, of too FIRE
qucut occurrence, to BE- tolerated much longer hy
our sober minded Church going citizens. We
have now to record disgraeetul scene which WIS
prrpctfatcd nj til" Methodist Episcopal Church
on Cumberland street. on la,l Sabbath evening.
Some disorderly persons had assembled in the
lobby Of the Church. during the hour of Divine
service. and while the congregation within We're
pcacably enjoying the worship of Cod became
engaged in di,orderly aud qoarrcl>ome converse.
tion, which soon led to blows. \ scene of great
disturbance ensured, during which the alarm wa,
given that the building was in tlaues-of course
the whole congregation instantly became panic
stricken and general rush WAS made for th"
.loors-and we regret 10 state that sev"ra, ladl,
tainted. The minister iiudjngi impossible 10 con
duct the service any longer dismissed the con
grcgation.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09
Balloon lNCCnNiNni,
OR THE BENEFIT or TaE POOR

FOR TIKI BENEFIT OF THE POOR.
DRuF. a l. CAkRlrE viii mokr hf> stcaND rs
eGNstoN. intiu> ptte'.o ArDNtsp4r. thr Ii IA ct
Fcliaalyi an hat st H." u'tt proceeds 10 he p,, od
in the haur~ ii fur Nay1 tp h. given To tie 'oar.
Aseen> IA IL take Pi"" fpclu. iy. III h,l past a.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

REASONS FOR GOING TO CoNGRESS.-Mr. Geo.
Gordon, Jr., announces himself candidate
for Congress in the 18th district of this State,
and assigns, in nm addrc>, in the Wytheyilr
Republican, the following reasons for desiring
seat in Congress:
1t is nothing but common honesty to confess that
am mainly moved 10 become candidate because
Of the easy lot aud high wages connected with II
seat in Congress. Now, 90 not mean to assert
the life Is easy aud the wages high regard
Those who occupy distinguished place" in the
great business of the Congress of tins great ma
tom | aude To those who stand foot or consil.
tutc the tail ofrcpresentation, and of which There
must always be more or less, aud of which,
think, there may now and then be election
without any serious public Observation-Disclosures
| have presumed to become "A candidate"
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

ENaGS-iOO boxes tre-h FIGS Just received IN,
D CONSIGNMENT, which ~ viii sell ,y Whole sale or re-.
taiI al Richmond prices.
IA" l9ts LEE \ JOHNSON.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09
Grange Il Alexandria Il. i cad Company

rsNllE Su scriptions to the Capital Stock of this
Company ,forthe construction of the Lynch
burg Extension, are required to be paid in month
staIments of Five Dollars each share.
BY order Of the Directory.
}. IL. REID, Sec'ry.
oct % podt c&thpnWts
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

CouRr.-After dsposing Of some civil business
the court, yesterday, tried the case of a free
negro named Ned, charged with wounding nc
gro man, the proportyof Edwin Matthews Esq.
He was found guilty and scntencedto six months
Imprisonment in the city jail and to a fine Of S25.
The court then adjourned.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09
LIBRARIES AND LIBRARIANS.

Not so easy to dig ont u Hero from the noun
famous owl dropping~ deadnug to the human
nostril, which mouldcr IN Record Offices and
and Public Libraries; pa,rolled over by Nero II
rational monsters of the gryFhon and yulture
and chimara species
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

EFFECTS OF THE CoLp.-An old man, named
James kcef' going from Atamont to his home
IN Hampshire county, ono night last week, was
hozen to death, although he was not intoxicated,
Us is usual in such cases
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

FnRr.-This city was visited by another con-
siderable fire yesterday morning. \ large frame
building situated West street, near the resi-
dence Of John Il. Mcdaniel, the property Of {.
II. Lynch and occupied by Boyd q Ganaway
as a tobacco factory. was, with its contents, en-
trely consumed. The house contained a con-
siderable quantity of tobacco, which was all lost
together with the fixtures, books, papers, &c.-
The l,ss is estimated at about S3,5D0npon which
there was no insurance. Mr.. Boyd snPpos"s
the fire to have been the work Of IA nccnaiary,
and entertains suspicionof who the offender is
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

Posi- OFFICE ATFAEs.-Capt. Alonzo Finnry
has been appointed Postmaster at Buchanan
He has not yet determincd to accept.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

SrtrNroN CouRT.-A special term.ot the Cir
cult Court, is now in session in Staunton, Judge
Parker Of the Frederick district presiding; Judge
Thompson being absent in attendance on a spe-
eial term Of the Court of Appeals, Richmond.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-02-09

SMYrHE CovN1Y.-Maj. John c. Po>ton (Dc-
mocrat announces himself candidate to rep
resent Smythe county in the next House of Dele
gates. The Wythcyillo Republican says "AIaj.
I. is quite young man, bat possesses talents
ofrather high order, and promises to make a
sound and clear headed lawyer"
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-10-10
Schoal Examiner,s Notice.

DY an arrangement with the trustees OF
IL the NJ Neely Normal School Of Ohio, and
the Ex. Com. of the Union Institute OF Teach
ers etc. of Jefferson aud Harrison countieS the
services of Lorln Andrews, President Of Kel-
you College; Dr. A. d. Lord, superintendent
public schools, Columbus NJ, f.. C9wdery,
superintendent Public schools Sandusky city
and NJ. D. Leggett, Esq, of Warren, Trumbuli
county ohio, have been secured to hold a
Teachers Institute, at H0pedal, Harrison CO.,
during the week commencing Monday october
22d, 1855.
Mr. RlcoIf OF Cincinnati, Dr. Cutter of Mass
and others, are expected to attend aud accom-
Inodatons for two hundred teachers, on reason-
able terms, are promised.
These arrangements are theresult OF several
CONCESSIONS aud OF much pecuniary sacrifice
and this is ex pected 20 be, by far, the most nn-
| portalt and profitable, institute ever held in
north eastern ohio. In view Of advantages oi
this meeting, connected as il is with the open-
ing of the Normal school, moi 10 Teachers only
or chiefly, buttu Township and District Boards
as well as To parents and children, it is rec ON
mended to all such Boards TO close their schuols
during the week of the Institute, thus afford
ing teachers actually engaged the opportunity
of attending.
| 1t is also recommended to allow all sucl
teachers for lbelr lime, who shall attend the In
! stitnle four entire days.
These measures are urged upon the prope
Boards as most iuGiclous policy IA policy
calculated to produce an Immediate return !,
their Individual localities OF more thau lhric,
the outlay.
The next examination will be held on Satur
. /. /, IL, of n. tot RInnlnHplI
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-10-10
EasH Cure.

DR.. Moore, author Of "Zeluco,' used to
say that At least two thirds ofa physician !
fees vero for imaginary complaints. Among
severalinstanoes ofthis nature; he men
tions one Of a clothier, who, after drink.
ing the Bath waters, took into bis head to
try Bristol Hot Wells. Previous, how
ever, to his setting OF, he requested bis
physician to favor bin with a letter, sta
ting bis case to any brother Galen. This
done, the patient got into chaise, and
started After proceeding half way. be
felt an i'ch.to pry into the contents Of The
letter, when the1ollowing words presented
themselycs:-a Dear sir, the bearer is fat
Wiltshire clothicr make the mossofEnm. .
Elt is almost unnecessary TO add that his
cure was from that moment effected, ashe
ordered the ehhiscto turn, and Immediate
Ily proceeded home.
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-10-10
FIRST STOCK OF
New Fall and Winter Dry Goods!
ALEXANDER CONN.

rs receiving direct from the Eastern cit.
= les, his first general assortment Of Dry
Goods for this Falls trade, comprising every.
thing new, elegant and fashionable, to be found
IN the Eastern Markets. This stock is tht
largest and best we have ever received and will
be disposed of at such prices rs will make il
the interest Of all persons wishing to purchase
good Goods at low prices to call and examin,
the styles and prices the ASSORTMENT contain,
Ladies' Dress Goods of all descriptions White
Goods. Embroideres, Laces and Edgings
Dress Cloak and Mantilla Trimmings Bon
net Ribbons, Artiicials, Fringes, Braids, Gimp'
etc, etc. Housekeepers will find very full
stock Of Housekeeping and Domestic Goods
A full assortment Of best makes and qualite,
Irish Linens and Shifting Muslins kept con
stantly on hand also, French Cloths aud Gas
simeres, Satinets. with general assortment o
Gents Furnishing goods
The NEW PHILApELPHIA BLASKETs--These ex
cellent Blankets will be kept constantly oil
hand throughout the season.
The Cash System has been adopted and will
be henceforth rigdly adhered 10, as being fol
the mutual advantage Of buyer and seller. 0ul
motto, therefore, Tor the frture is CHEAP Fol
CASH. rt,.
The inducements offered are. it is though
Sufficient to amply repay the trouble of an ex
animation, which is respectfully solicited from
all persons whether desiring to become pur
ehasers or not. ALEX. CONN.
oct 3. '55
True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1855-10-10
" Abiding Confidence.

The Richmond (Va.) Enquirer, thus
compliments President Pierce :: 4,
"We have an abiding confidence in the
President. He is a Northern Statesman
who knows how to appreciate justly South
ern rights and interests"
No doubt all the Southern fire eaters
and slave-holding pabobs have abiding con
fdence in the President, and why should
they not? Never did a dog obey its mas
ter with more implicit submission than has
the President obeyed the commands of the
South. Southern niger breeders com
manded him to use his official patronage
and power to secure the repeal of the Mis-
souri, Compromise and the introduction of
slavery into free territory, He obeyed.
They commanded him to use the military
and Naval power Of the U. S. to go to Bos-
ton and take Burns, one of their runaway
piggers, back to slavery. He. obeyed.
He obeyed. They commanded him to
make an effort to secure Cuba from Spain,
either by purchase or robbery, for the ben
eft of the slave power He obeyed, but
failed in accomplishing the object. They
commanded him to remove Gov. Reeder
from the Office Of Governor of Kansas,
simply because gReeder was too honest a
man to passively zee the law and freedom
trampled under foot, and give his official
countenance to the murderous nobs from
Missouri; and Pierceobeyed. They com
manded him TO appoint man in Reeder's
place who was in "favor of slavery in Kan
sas.HS He Sbeyed with the prompt sub
mission Of the most plant tool, and an
pointed Wilson's Shannon, a craven dough
face, who disgraced himself, and iusulted d
a majority of the nation, by an infamous
declaration the. same day that he arrived
upon the soil Of Kansas
It's not at all surprising then, that
! Pierce's Souther masters have an "nbiding
confidence in him. Not one Of their
black slaves obeys their commands with
half. the alacrity Of the present President
Of the United States.