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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-05-14
PERU.

PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION AND CANDIDATES-MINING
FOR GoLD-PosITIoN OF GEN. FLORES : LIBERTY
OF THE PRESS.
Tie only topic of political interest was the approach
ing election tor PIesoent and officers of state which is
to take place early in May There are four candidates
Generals Castillo and San Roman, and 50. Elias and
UIeta Castillo and Elias each assert that they wish to
the other elected but at the time they secretly
exert every influence to prevent the event and secure
their return 1t not expected that the result OK
the election whatever it may be- will secure the peace
Of the republic.
correspondent says that he lately met at the resi-
denee OF Provisional President Elias native of Old
SPAIN who had been for some time practical miner in
California and who had just returned from visit to the
country the lpoios Braves. "He is so satisfied with
the country which he says is richer than California
that he returns Immediately; he is man worthy Of
note. There is also party being organized by man
named Jonton under il is said the immediate patron
age of Castillo who going to place called pambo TO
prospect"
From the public journals gather that Gen. Flores
still remains in Lima, Notwithstanding the remon-
trances of the Ministers OF Ecuador and New Granada
IL is said that Flores is plotting with some Of the par
ties in power in Peru for the purpose OF forming con-
federation of the republics OF Bolivia Peru and Ecna-
DOR under the sway Of Santa Cruz Elias and Flores
decree extending the liberty of the press has been
published.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-05-14
BRAZIL AND PARAGUAY.
WAR sYMPToMs-ULTIMATCk OF THE BRAZILIAN AD-
MIRAL.

The latest dates from these republics show that they
the Of war, several demonstrations having IN
fact, already been made.
The Brazilian squadron was still in the waters OF Pa
rsgusy and the Admiral had sent his nimdtWr TO the
government MT of that republic.
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1855-01-17

E5Fonly suppose, as you see the little
child, pattcring with cold bare feet,
along the path Of street beggcry; or the sill
ver-haired form Of decrepit old age, reach.
ing forth a mute yet eloquent hand for a
pittanee, these wintry days--only suppose
a case--suppose misfortune and poverty
forcing your owl child, or your owu father
and neither, to such extremity. Such Q
thing Is possible, and shall not possibility
your hand and heart? Think a i,
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

The accounts from Norfolk and Portsmouth
continue TO be Of the most gloomy and heart
sicAening character. The latest intelligence is
by the steamer Georgia, which arrived at Balti-
more, yesterday, with intelligence up 10 Tuesday
noon, by which il appears the number Of deaths
IN Norfolk during the previous twenty -four hours
ending at P. IN. on Monday was thirty-six
rom that time to noon tuesday; few cases
Or deaths were reported, but il Is thought there
was no decrease OF deaths.
In Portsmouth the panic j. increasing. There
were twenty-five deaths in fourteen hours pre-
'ious TO p. N. Of Tuesday, and twenty-sx on
Monday
The Rev. Vernon Eskridge. United States
chaplain in the navy, and Ms son Richard; are
dead. The Rev. James Chrstholm, Of the Epis-
copal church, is dead. Rev. Francis Devlin
catholic priest, has had a relapse, and it is
thought will die.
Ot party OF eleven physicians and nurses
who went down in the Georgia on the 2ylh o.
August, SIX are dead. The wife Of the Rev. DR.
smith is dead. DIR. De Bershe, Of Washington, il
very i'll. Dr. Morris, Of Baltimore, will probably
recover.
a private letter says: Disease, misery, ana
death have desolated our fair town, and il the
lever much longer holds its triumphant sway
and we not removed from TINS Infected re
gion, we must all die. Our friends OF to-day are
III their graves tomorrow.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13
non. wsLL,AM =. PRESTON.

We have rarely met with any letter or political
paper which completely ''covers the case, as
the bold and manly letter OF the Hon. William
T. Preston, OF Baltimore, i'll answer 10 a Know
nothing committee rendering him a nomination
TO Congress from the third district. Alr. Preston
we have known heretofore a gentleman Of rare
eloquence and great personal worth, ana it will
be admitted that the letter, which we publish be-
low, reflects the highest credit on himself and is
III keeping with his character:
BALTIMORE, September 10, 1855.
To WILLIAM L. PREsToN, ESQ.
DEAR SIR: As tile time is near when the Amer
lean party will nominate 4 candidate Tor Congress
III the third district, we wish to know if , Oh are
DESTROYS Tor the nomination. We respectfully
ask oil you plain aud prompt answer.
JAMES Ii. WOOD,
FkEDk. ). GREEN,
Ii. Il. REYNOLDS.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13
.-THE SPECTAroR.o
Weekly journal Published at WASH
iugl0n City.

Weekly journal Published at WASH
ington city.
THE undersigned propose to commence
sDo@. me b s%as ofs weekly hs G.y o.
paper, 10 be called the SPECTATOR, designed for
general circulation among The people ofthe United
States. It's columns will contain a full digest OF
The news OF the day, foreign and domestic; a
weekly review of finance and the markets; a
synopsis of the proceedings of Congress during
lis session tables Of election returns the impor-
tant p llical acton OF Stale Legislatures, aud OF
party conventions; interesting miscellaneous and
scientific matter; articles on Agriculture. together
with original articles upon the leading topics OF
the day. Much valuable Information relative 10
The operations of the Executive Departments, To-
geIher with weekly list OF new patents, will be
found in its columns. large portion OF lis
space will be devoted 10 light literature, original
and selected It's location al the political centre
OF the Union, will afford opportunities always Ia
procure the latest aud most reliable information
on public affairs
Ii is the intention of the unders gned 10 make
the SPECTATOR acceptable visiter 10 every
house IN the Union and IL will therefore not
sumo on any occasion the position OF a partizan
paper, nor will il owe any allegiance 10 men ; but
| entertaining fixed and decided views on questions
of political economy, and upon our system OF gov
ernment IL will disseminate and promuigae them
as occasion may require always keeping carefully
! III view The interests of the country, growing out
| OF foreign well a. domestic affairs.
The SPECTATOR win be printed in quarto form
| on good paper and new type; each number con
tanning eight pages OF matter making one volume
annually Of 46 pages. Each volume will be ac
conlpanled by iul and compile index 10 its con
| tents, thus making II most valuable paper for
| preservation and reference. II will be published
every Saturday morning, al 50 per annum, payable
always in advance No paper will be continued
| beyond the lime for which il is paid.
| ALI subscriptions and communication on bust
l Ia. uIf al M b.., pI.arS al
/ Washington, ID. G.
AUG. F. HARVEY Il CO.
i WASHINGTON CRY, April 10, 1885,
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13
UAHLIS HOUSE oPENFoR TIRE BENE-
FIT OF TUE NORFOLK AND PORTS
MOUTH SUFEERERS.

We call tho attention Of our readers to a notice,
published in another column, announcing that
Joseph fIamln III keep open his popular Hotel
and Restaurant" at the corner Of Pennsylvania
avenue and l0th street. THIS DAY, for the
relief Of our suffering neighbors in the infected
districts Of Virginia. The gross proceeds Of sale,
'riH Be gireH fer his iaUdabIe purposs. This is n
noble act, worthy the cnterpHzing and popular
Proprietor and Landlord &C the "Hamlin House,
which has, since its establishment within the past
year, given a new and cheering impetus TO other
similar cstabl shments in this city The elegant
and convenient style ~ tie arrangements in the
bar and principal eating rooms with tho luxlries
Of the best qualities served up u each department,
has attracted public attention, and placed the
HamiiH House among the first Of lie class, aud in
the enjoyment Of large and Aourishing custom.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

NAvAL-The United States friga'e Congress,
the hagshp II Tie Mediterranean squsdrou
Commodore Bree.e, arrived al Gibraltar on the
18th OF August, In lwenty.six days from New
York. She was 10 soil on tie 18Th Of August Tor
Narsees. AN on board were we'll
The Navy Department has despafcAes from
L'eweoant John R"'gsr.. command NJ This
* d ION III n che Flnaeno-.y arrived ~
T. p nlow~ki. on the slh n July ls- from
Cd iii, JUpsn; "nd the Frnnimore Cooper
acting Lruler anr Com. WIN Cib-on ,cns or The
thips Of The cxrrditJn.) ON ihe nh. Az was well
with the expedition end those engaged in II
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13
DEATH or DIR. wM. rs. COLLINS, OF
PORTSMOUTH. Virginia.

For several days past we had cause 10 appro-
bend the death Of this gentleman, but never
could divest ourselves Of the hope that he might
recover Il has, however, been ordered other
wise, and VIC find his death recorded with sad
authenticity in tho mournful tidings OF yesterday
We are sure we will not offend tho scnsibity
Of single bcreaycd heart by word Of special
tribute 70 this truly excellent gentleman. God
knows how VIC have mourncd for all, friend and
stranger alike, who have fallen under The dire fat
of this king Of pcsienccs' The human heart,
tho distress and suffering of is kind In the
present case, the ravages Of this fearful scourge
has caused a uhole nation, Ike Niobe, all tears,
10 pour forth these bursting evidences Of ma
iur,'s holy working IN the hcart.
Bot truly, re may turn from this scene Of
general gloom and drop a tear over the grave Of
one who was our true and valued friend. We
have known DR.. Collins long and infinitely
il has been our fortune 10 SEQ him under some
Of the most trying vicisstudes Of this trying life
IIc was full Of honor, truth and manhood!
Brave and determined, when occasion required,
he was yet blessed with the simplicity and gen
tleness of little child lie united in the quail
ties Of his mind, fine intelligence, with great
aptitude for business, aud thus has LEFT behind
him record without spot in the several public
positions which, al various periods of his life, he
held Such was DR.. WIN. D. Collins Here
our pen falters. We may dclincate The virtues
and bewail the loss 10 society and tho public,
but no eulogy Of noble husband and tender
father can aSsuage tie grief Of those who are
most sorely touched by such cad bereavement
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

u Our especial friend, II. G. Williams, will
accept many thanks for the beautiful specimens Of
fruit which we found in our sanctum yesterday
morning.
We had almost lost sight Of the major, since
be was 50 unTarrantably removed from the Office
Of Naval Storekeepcr at this place = which
Office by the way be discharged with marked
ability)-but VIC are much pleased to hear from
him, as we do 10 dav-suuoundcd Nv all the
luscious loxlries which make a country home
com fortablc.
Such fruits Of honorable employment are far
c1p-icious Sun Of public patronage.
We viii with pleasure pay him the visit be 50
kindly invites, ~ soon as we can rid ourselves
Of the e1acti1ns Of our post.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

For Baltimore,
The cars leave Washington daily at and o.
A. M. and and Al p. M. except Sunday, on
which day they leave al Al p. Nj.
For Alexandria.
The Washington and Alexandria boats cave
hourly. Fare five cents.
For Rockville,
The stage leaves the Office corner Of ID and Sh
streets, every morning AT o'clock Fare 81.
For Upper III arIboro',
The stage leaves the Office northwest corner OF
and srh streets, every morning AT o'clock.
Fare 81 so,
For GordonsvilIe,
The cars leave Alexandra daily, al 7! O'CLOCK,
for Gordonsvile and intermediate places
For Richmond,
The boat leaves the wharf al the terminus OF
12,h street daily at 6 A. M, and O'Clock, p M.
Fare S. so.
For Leesburg,
The stage leaves the office, United States Hotel,
every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
California Steamers.
The regular mail steamers leave New York on
the 9th and 20lh of each month. Persons desirous
of writing from this city should mail their letters
on the Sd and 18th Of each month, by 7. M.
The Pest Office.
The Northern and Eastern mail is opened al 8
O'Clock, A. NJ, and halfpast p Nj closes al 81
p. M aud p. M.
The Great Southern Mail is opened al A. M,
and closes at P. NJ. The Southern Mail, far
South as Wilmington, North Carolina, arrives al
half pc 81 z. NJ, closes al 9 T. nj,
The Northwestern Mail i, open al haf.past
L. M, closes al 3 p. M.
The Western Mail is open at o'clock, A. M,
closes at p. M.
The Norfolk Mail arrives at IL O'Clock, P. NJ,
closes al r. M, daily except Sundays.
The California Mail, direct, closes here on the
Sd and 18Th of each m nth, at 2 p. M.
The Warrenton Mail arrives at IL O'Clock, A. NJ,
| closes at 10 A. M
The Warrenion Springs Mail arrives at ii
O'Clock A. M, closes al 10 A. NJ and Z. M.
Rates of Postage;
Each half ounce. under 5000 miles, prepaid,
cents.
Each half ounce, prepaid, over 1900 miles, 10
cents.
All printed matter in general--anyw where in The
United States
First three ounces ! cent.
Each subsequent ounce. | cent
If not prepaid double these rates
Newspapers and Periodicals paid quarterly
in advance:
FRS, three ounces........... cent.
Each subsequent ounce. IL cent
And, If weighing not over II or, IN the State
where published, one-haf of the above raies, and
weekly papers, in the county where published,
free.
small Newspapers and Periodicais-pub-
lished monthly or otener when sent IN packages
weighing al least or, prepaid cent per OF.
Pamphlets OF 10 octave pages or less, cent
an ounce,
Books, bound or unbound, weighing not more
than pounds, may br sent by mail, tor each or,
as follows:
Under 1000 miles prepaid, cent. Unpaid II ct.
Over = II cts.
Fractions over a sing rate are charged as one
rate.
Periodicals, in the sense used above,
publications issued in three months,
ottener."
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

AMERICANS " ST. PETERsBURc.-There are
at present ~ 81. Petersburg many Americans and
among them three officers Of the United States
army-Maiors Delafeld and Mordecai, and Capt.
McClellind, WHO compose the commission sent
out 10 inspect the Qualifications Of the Powers
now al war on the continent. During their tour
through England and France they had, am in.
formed, al the liberties granted them that they
desired, and infinitely observed all the latest inn
pmvements made in their profession. Since
their stay in this city they have been very busy
~ the same business, accompanied by an aid 20
The Minister Of War, who has faithfully perform
ed The task allotted to him, and TO their entire
satisfaction. Their visit 10 Cronstadt was an ex-
ceedlngly pleasant and interesting one, but Of
which they are in honor bound TO conceal the
particulars. u is yet uncertain whether they
viii visit the Crimea - Cor. Ohio Statesman.
IL a Canadian money authority estimates
that s2,6OO,OOO in gold was cent last year from
the United Giatog "a tho Rrifiqh nrovincoa
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

Is Extract of letter from a Washington
correspondent to the New York Courier and En-
quirer:
"WAsHNGToN, Sept. 6.
at is the opinion Of Virginia democrats, sup
posed to be informed of the President 5 intentions
that Senator Mason will be appointed TO the
British mission. The place is at present sine
cure, which is SITUATION in which Mr.. NJ is ca
pablo Of doing all that can be justly expected Of
him"
Though we have always thought il best 10 al
low such crapulous filings at distinguished men
10 pass unnotced, this is 50 bare'aced aud impu-
don't an assault on gentleman who holds, with
honor to himself, the Senate, and the whole coun-
try, the distinguished position Of Chairman Of our
Foreign Relations 10 tho Senate, that we give il
place in our columns, rs its own best rebuke,
and 10 show how low human nature can get
down
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13
May 81, s..
I oNGwoRTlps Native wines aud Bran
w T. HELMS,
Knoxville, Tennessee,

VNNWUKEffS Native WINGS ana Hran-
IL dies. Il have just received, and keep con.
stantly on hand, Sparkling aud Dry Catawba The
Sweet Isabella Wines. and Catawba Brandy
These Wines are made from the pure juice OF the
grape aud pronounced 10 be the most wholesome
beverage in use. Il. JOST, Agent
Also, Importer and Dealer in all kinds of Wines.
Liquors and Cigars, Isl Pennsylvania Avenue.
Jan. 30-2aw3m*
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

REMOVAL or JuDGEs.-The Legislature Of
Kansas has before II resolution declaring the re-
moyal Of Judge klmore BY Pr, sident Pierce to lie
violation Of law, aud tnat il IS the imperative
duty Ut tie Legislature Of the Territory to resist
i as fragrant usurpation Of power Tnis rcso-
iuti0n passed the council.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

VARIETY BOOT AND SHOE STORE.
AIDES ALPINE EOOTS.--Just re-
4 ceived superior lot of Ladies' Black and
Brown Alpine Boots, together with large and
general assortment of Ladies, Gents, Misses
Boys, Youths and Children's Boots and Shoes
for sale by GEO. BURNS.
$40 Pennsylvania avenue
Adjoining Patterson's Drug Store
Tee / lNews.)
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

NEW EDITION OF DiCKENs's Com
In piete Works.-Th. complete Works OF
Charles DIcklns in five volumes price ST So
The Missing BRIDE or Miriam the Avenger, by
Mrs. Emma ID. L. N. Sourhworlh paper ST,
bound 81 20.
The Pckwick Papers, compete, SO cents.
Just published, and for sale at
TAYLOR Il MAURY'S
May ~ Bookstore near 9Th ST.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

NoBLr.--The sum Of $4,000 las been con-
trbuted by Baltimore for Norfolk and Ports
mouth.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

NOR RENT-Two large size furnished
IL Rooms-Chamber and ParloI-at the corner
OF New York avenue and Ninth street, No. 3s7
Nov lS-if
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

A RT Observation-Disclosures, Sculpture.
N aud Painting, by James Jackson Jarves,
autnor Of History Of The Sandwich Islands, &c.
Price S 25
Wakna, or Adventures on The Mosquito
Shore, sky engravng~, by Samuel A Bard.
81 70
The Heiress of Haughton, or the Mothers
Secret by the auther Of Aubrey Castle Avon, &c,
Price 37t cents.
Just published aud for ; lie al
TAYLOR & MAURY'S
July q Bookstore, near Ninth street
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13

MS- The California Mail steamers sail from
New York on the 9Th and Goth OF each month.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-09-13
FLINT,s HOTEL
HARDWOOD HOUSE
For Baltimore,

Nos. 27O and 272, Pa. av. and I2th 81.
J. III. Il A. w. HARDWOOD.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21
w. F. DURIsoE & son, Proprietors.
G5oiitt 44oetrp>
"HAVE YOU SEEN SAM"

ssHAVE YOU SEEN SAM"
loatef down the river
On the schooner Polly Ann;
landed on York Island,
A very verdant man;
l ga,her'd up my baggage
In shocking crowd and jam,
~When fellow jumped before mo
Saying Have you seen Sam! :"
CHoRUs.-I don't know Sam,
don't know Sam,
Confound this noise and bother
Who is this fellow Sam!
thought the fellow crazy,
And fed before the wind:
The Astor rose before me,
NY coat tail stream'd behind:
Soon up the steps scrambled,
And shouted Here ain"
Another fellow tapp'd me
And ask'd "Have you seen Sam! z"
CHoRUs.-I don't know Sam. &c.
then went straight to Barnum's
To see the mighty show:
The Shanghais and the Babies,
How loudly they did crow!
stood and gaz'd about me,
To see if twas n sham:
Ismootl'd The bearded lady's cheek,
She sigh'd Have you seen Sam!"
CHoRUs.-I don't know Sam, &c.
HUNTED through each corner,
Till nearly out of breath:
ask'd about the woody horse,
The mermaid and Joice Heth;
Men laugh'd, the Shanghais cackled,
left old Captain Sham:
.And as turn'd 10 leave the place,
The monkeys chatter'd Sam!
CHoRUs.-l don't know Sam, &c.
went up to Albany.
To see the wires at play:
Twas pulling here, twas bawlins there
Has Sam been here to-day?
To Washington went to see,
The Senatorial jam:
told them of the war in York,
They ask'd if I'd seen Sam?
CEoRUs.-I don't know Sam, &c.
l told them horns and bug|es blew
A fearful, warlike blast:
That crotchets, quavers, fddles flew
In bloodess conflict past:
The 6fe.s srream'd their piercing notes,
The drummer's beat their fam:
While high above the noise and din,
The cry was "Where is Sam s''
CHoHUs.-I don't know Sam, &c.
I'm going up the river,
Mypurse is running down:
No matter whom chance to meet,
They askd if Sans in town:
It's Sam around above me,
In Croton or in dram:
With luck, I'm off tomorrow,
Who is this fellow Sam?
CHoRUs-I don't know Sam, &c.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

LIGHTNING RODS will not protect a building at
ladius of four the height of the rod above the
buiIding-a radius of twice the height is safe.
If the rod is ten feet high above the building, it
will, if properly constructed protect all parts Of
the house at distance of twenty feet from the
rod. These facts are important 10 be kept in
mind
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

We like mischievous children, and for thi,
reason: they are apt to make good men. Good
boys generally die in their fifth year; not be-
cause they are good, but because their quiet
habits mako them strangers to mud Puddes and
oxygen, dirt pies and out door exercise. When
u friend tells us he hus u little baby who never
wants 10 leave his books" the knob, of his
front door Immediately becomes an object of
intense interest to US; we know, as if we were
bIest with fore-knowledge, that in less than
year strip of black Grape will be throwing,
shade across his path, that time will never eradl-
cate.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21
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