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Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

The Charlottesville Advocate is Informed on
good authority, that the Orange and Alexandra
Railroad Company, having failed 10 Obtain pecuh,
iarv cid from the Legislature, have contracted
with capitalist of New York for the whole exca-
walton Of the Lynchborg extension, upon favor
able terms, payable in the bonds of the Compa-
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
Resignation Of Gorernor Bare:o,c, Of Uiscon-
MILWAUKEE, March 81. 1856

MILWAUKEE, March 81, 1856
Mr.. Barstow sent a message to the Assembly
this morning resignins, The office OF Gov Pend
ing the solution ola constitutional question which
has been raised as to the remainder of the term
the Lieutenant-Gcvernor is acting as Gov. of the
State.
that MIR. Bashfard had about 200 votes over
Mr.. Barstow at the recent election for. Cover
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
,Sb0cEinp parricide.

We learn from the Trenton Standard If thu
Ilth that ON the Monday night preceding John
r. Cribs was killed by his son, "a lad of sixteen
years Of age, by pistol shot. The father and
son were engaged in drunken froiic. and angry
words passing, the son shot the father. Tho par.
iode at large.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

Mr.. Douglass speech in the Senate, on Friday,
was delivered before "a crowded audience. The
ladies' were admitted on the floor, aud literally
crowded the reporters from their desks Mr.. ID.
contended that the proceedings of the Free State
party in Kansas were verging toword treason u
gainst the United States ard if persisted in would
enforce upon the Government the dire necessity
of visiting upon the enemi es of law and order in
that Territory, the extrerae penalty denounced
against that crime
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
Fran X LlS0s.

ST. LOUIS March %. The correspondent OF
the St. Louis Democrat. Writing from loTeka'
on the 18th instant, says that the Free State Leg
isature ,sould adjourn on the 18th instant. until
July.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
= =. W,hLsAMss;;, Is,es"o"%, w; rrea.ee

HA n. WILLIAMS. Richmond, W., Produce
lie COMMISSION MERCHANT & GENERAL AGENT
GIr RecergP and F0rardag WanJactred I0jaec0 Mchan
disc S-Ofce Shockoe Slip Immediately opposite Choek
oe Warehouse Particular attention paid to filling orders
customers He bcgs leave his sincere thanks his
friends public for the very liberal patronage extended
him during his business connection with Messrs Booker
watkins Richmond (Which house has entirely dissolved)
and with facilities for the prosecution of business and
been brought strict and rigid business prnc
he feels assured that Assgners will be faithfully
hands Prompt cash returns made immed
acv after eecug sale. He respectfully refers to the follow
ing gentlemen:
Jno Otev esqr Cbiswel Dabney, esq'r Messrs Sann-
ders and Irby McCOrke Jones and D. r. C. Peters, Lynch
burg; Messrs Lewis Webb Son. and Wardswarth Turner
& Co. Richmond Capt p NJ Payne, f. H. Diald esqr,
stephen Coleman, r White, es1r, Col VIM Rtson and Ro
w Williams esar, Ptsylvana DIR. Geo. ). HARRISON, VIM.
Martin esq'r and W p. Terry, esqr, Henry.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

lHE MISSING STEAMER PAcIFic.-It is stated
hat the proprietors of the Collins line now en-
terrain very little hope of the safety of the Pa
chic. The return of the Arctic" and the repeat
ed arrivals OF foreign steamers without any IL
dngs from her. are discouraging circumstances
The advices from Fayal are to the 18th ulti.; n,
which time the Pacific had been out 30 DAYS. The
Arctic, Capt. Ilartsten, which arrived oil Sandy
Hook ON Thursday, has been cruising between
Sable ls'and-which was thoroughly examined
for recent wrecks-an1 the latitude of 81 along
the edge of the Gulf. and has not seen any yes
tlge OF the Pacific or any other wreck The Arc
tic after sending ashore dispatches for Govern
ment and landing sick seaman. put to sea a
gain, and will cruise in the Gulf stream until af-
ter the usual time of the line oil eeluinoxa gale
She had been short of water, and on an allowance
OF 1T for some days but subsequently made n
suthciency by steam and other ways
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
LATEST NEWS.
PROM WASIIINErnN
i"'eFr'tc Of Commodore TanderbRf ,cith IN,
PfesidsRl- kensns 4Elirs. e,c
ASHINGroN, March u, Is56.

ffesiasnt- heasns 4Fairs. etc.
AsHINaroN, March u. ls56
C"mnodore Vanderbilt. accompanied bv Gem
erai "sho called IN President Pierce To-day:
ana had alengthy interview about his Nicara-
guam dti uites. but failed To obtain any svmpn-
my The President no grounds Tor nation.
I" interference. Mr.. Morgan i, charged with
creating the trouble.
/ ne capture of the carpenter tools" in Mis-
sour has created quite an excitement in official
circles here. President Pierce announces freely
ms determination Ia execute the laws. and CON
demns the want nf. energy in Governor Shannon.
he Kansas investigating committee is not yet
determined upon. Mr.. Banks will announce it
Oh Monday.
The Secretary of War has by actual experiment
proved the entire success of artesian wells ON the
plains of the Mesilla Valley. One we'll seven
hundred feet deep supplies an abundance of
good water.
Mr. Dobhin continues to improve in health.
First Lieutenant w. \. Nimmo, Fourth artil-
iery, died at Robertson, Tenn on 18th inst. Of
pulmonary consumption.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
NJ BurL,puu's rptUru,

The Union of Saturday, sta es that letter from
Hon. Jas. Buchanan. says, I'll at he will leave for
the United States in the steam, Arago,advertised
to sail from liavrr. for New York, ON the 9th OF
April
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
Emigration 10 Kansas.

COLUMBIA, s. G. March GA large meeting
was held here yesterday, to promote emigration
to Kansas. Resolutions were adopted aud com
mittees nppointed to collect funds.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25


Commodore David Conner. of the United States
Navy died at his residence in Philadelphia
Thursday morning, after brief illness. lis last
hours were suecrd by the presence of must ei the
members ot his family. Commodore Conner was
hlghminded brave, skilful and chivalrie officer,
aud was esteemed by all who enjoyed the pleas
ure ct his acquaintance. lie distinguished him
'eif ON various occasions during the last with
Great Britain, aud i'll the recent struggle with
Mexico he rendered efficient service To his c1un-
try as commanders n-chef of the home squadron.
lie participated in the organization and execution
OF the grand desccnt-as it Is termed in military
pnrlance-of the American army of nine thous.
and men at Vera Cruz, n maneuvre the brilliant
success of which elected the applause of accom-
pli>hed soldiers throughout the civilized world,
and which was not eclipsed,save in point OF num-
berS even by the more recent display of the ALI
ed forces at Eupatora. Only few days gone Ivy
senator Bigler prosecuted Commodore Corners
petition t, Congress, demonstrating against tho
action of the Naval Retiring Board. But repara-
ton for the injury done will come too late, at least
in his case.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

Notwithstanding its prohibition seems TO be
s,'h"',y PERSISTED III by many persons III The
n'td states. According Ia the Tribune no
less than thirty vessels are annually fitted out in
New York fui the iufannus traffic every year.
the fact being well known Ia the United States
officers who do all in their power to break up the
business
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

LANYARD FOX RENT.-i wish 10 feht the
~ LANYARD farm, In Bedford which has been oe.
cupe by McClintock since 1881 1t has - Watts and
suitable buildings attached; considerable quantity of Tan
Har on hand and comfortable family residence not far OH
nv fnny 5wtsl MICAJAH DAVIS, in
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

NEW CONCERN The undersigned hive
this day entered into partnership under the style aud
firm OF lkBA SAUNDERS for the purpose of transactng
Wholesale and retail Grocery Commission business and
have taken the house lately occupied by Mcss Mcdaniel Hurt
Preston, near the depot fthe Va Tenn r. r., where
they will he pnaSod the former Arms
Of Saundora lrhy aud Me Daniel Hurt Preston, together
with all others who may them with th.ir business
!. j. lRBN
JAS. SAUNDERS
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
OCEAN STE 1sks~.
Candidates FOR OFFICE.

. We requested to announce WM u. BRANCH
candidate fr reelection to the Mayorsty 81 this CITY
m a.lifJps
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

NOTIGE.-lIavinR purchased Of Messrs Mcdaniel, Hurt
~ their entire stock and
stand formerly occupied by them prepared
the patrons of Mcdaniel Hurt Preston
aud the public generally large and well selected
stock of Groceries Liquors. Staple Dry Goods Sc which
offer at lowest market Cash prompt
the usual time.
We will give particular attention to the COMMISSION
BUSINESS will sell all kinds country produce and
generally; will render sales promptly, and
when desired will make liberal advances produce hand
will and FORWARD GOODS at rates
when funds deposited produce placed in hand
charges.
IRBY & SAUNDERS
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

g We are authorized 20 announce WILLIAM STONE
Campbell county na Ia dtdc
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

81 We requested to announce Col JAMES IL SNIP
son candidate reelection the Office OF Master OF Po-
lice for the civ o. Lync4burg ma "a div
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
ANn COLns- A,r,

II PECToRAL, Bryans rumoric Wafcrs, Hastings
Syrup Naptha Mrs Garncrs lsom of vcrSort Leonard
Instant Relief Peas loarhound Candy, Jaynes Expoetoran
Gum Arabic Lo2enges, sc. sc. For sale by
JOHN II. SEAS,
mar llts DrngElst.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

y We are authorized to announce MATHEW d. NOW
LIN candidate the Office Sheriff Of Campbell county
Al the ensuing election. lie .sl.dSctde
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
0'hI I'HIHIu NH'H's nm I'M - ''1 Im
ma 70 dltnwtlst ap u
HAS. a. HINT. Comm, i-sion Merchants, 12i'

HAs. q. HUNT. Commission Wesshaos, 80"
- RICHMpNn, VA. solcits eonsRine ats Oh To-
hacco Flour Wheat and all kinds of Country ifadhee proi-
Sing dlirout personal attention
Oonsignmrnts coming down the Virginia aud tennessee
Railroad tho If u. H. Phelps Esqa viii be Tor
wRrdod FREQ Of charge to the
lie Will also attend promptly all orders for Plaster hao
Merchandise. sc.
His porcnce with strict and prompt attention. and qn.k
returns he hopes which will be profitable
- both his customers and himself aug sois
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

YHNIE undersigned having sold their stock of Goods
i Mcssrs. rby Saunders would most cheerully
mend them our former friends aud patrons
Dec 81 1853 MCDANIEL, HURT q PRESTON.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

hlSSGE.ITION.-Th firm of Mcdaniel, Hurt X
- Preston sths day dissolved by mutual consent The
Ill be by either partner closing
the business Their office will be kept the old d.
occupied by Messis. lrby Saunders. an
JOHN ROBIN MCDANIEL,
sc. HURT.
PLEASANT PRESTON.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

RpEAUTAFGI, FLAT RKGMS.-I received
- yesterday supply of those beautiful Virginia style Flat
Hrm MoleskiD Hats popular last Fall They are made for
me, and very light. Call and see
ma lists p. SEABURY
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
:. TnE INITED -TATEs. l1ermsrly

aTy.,. FILE D0rmery
R{rl UNION NDIEL0 IN TIE CITY OF RICHMOND.
Ndii!I VA. FOR EENf-Ths old established Hotel u of
EAA rnut from the lst Of April next 1t Is so Te
and voaby known. that detailed description Is considered
unnecessary Suffice 10 say that its location, which cen
trail and the principal depos and whaves hs
well ns large number OF
sons desirable opening for wishing to undertake
the mana cement of n first class Hotel
rho travel through the city s daily Increasing
United States Hotel only requires the management
n to ensure II large proFort"n m ,ne
transient permanent business, and eqna rank with the
best of the Hotels for which Richmond Il noted
1bo ar has been profitable there Is fine VIZ
BIZ attached
Tho premises perfect order and possession may
hu hy lat April nj which time the entire Furniture
aud outfit of the Hotel composed of largo and vaIuahe is
every article for the tom
puo furnaing of first olasa Hotel will be seid Mt aneoh
In the meantime opportunity Is offered for rentna or
leasing the Hotel purchasing the Furniture at private vie
We invite applications by letter or otherwise
TAYLOR 4 WILLIAMS
Real Estate Agents and Anti'rsi Richmond
u,atu anvil al AMI
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25
PETERSBURG ADVERTISEMENTS.

uAeRuws.'s GENUINE SUPER uAugOs-
~ PLATE OF LlMH,1he best evidence II the rial val.
Of this celebrated manure The estimation In which 1t Ia
hold by the Agricultural community Is tho constantly In
crcAHinE demand for H.
Denurg haa completed exie sye additions To hia
Factory therefore, better prepared TO meet the wants
Of consumers.
we arc the day receiving per aehr Jamestown $50 bbs
aud hope be able to keep supply constantly on
hand.
be Of securing the genuine article call send
orlcrs H. q. HARDY a co,
rat door hoye Pow ellis lIotel3
"A dts f,N Apents or Petersburg.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

81 We are authorized to announce 4. .. DosS candi
election FIFE 2@dGctde
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

ltHH tkEEK Eg.Et1TuON.--Au persons c0-
led to for city officers In ts city arc hereby no
Seth Woodroot Mnrk Anthony James a. Hammer,
Mrs, ncy aud Slammed Mckinney, Of Lynch Ward, No, J.
ard I'm n Murrell Geo II. Thurman VIM A Read, bobt
Early aud James NJ Booker of Henry Ward No 2nny two
whom act In ench Wprdarc appuint Il, by
odar Of Council Commissioners to sucrinend The annual
Charter Election his To be held at Friends Warehouse
In l. aeh Ward M l. and nj Planters Warehouse In Henry
Wefd No the first Tuesday In April next for the occ
ton members Council members OF the Court of
lusng persona FILL until the next annual election
sad Wards the following officers Tor the city of Iynehbng,
pNfi Mayor Sergeant High Constable Master Il Police,
and Commissioner aud Aasessor Of the evonne aud John
Clark Of Lynch Ward and L Clark, ol Horny Ward
pointed Officers conduct the said election In their respective
Naraa The Commissioners and Diet before ting
preaebed III the 9TH and 10Th sections Of the
It'll chapter the Code Of Virginia certihenos of which
to he returned To The Clerk Of the Council
mR v ddc -. foDES, GIN q. &.
I-nI1II lirnI. rnI1A
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

,,ur syr,vs.,p JlxEsTowN-WGh ste punctSaty of a
abroad ain this sreaa& Steamship reached her wart at
Cty Point yesterday morning at an carry houf sue Ios
~ r her az messengers and immense freight for this
LIZ Glprfss.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

4 ADHES' SiafGERs,-1h nvc this wccL open
ed supply OF Those popular Black GHicrs which sell
rapidly 81 Aso, Ladps' fine Black CATERS with
without heels Also, pretty Tan Color Caters. Mt Sl50.
Also, Ladies' fine Kid Boots and Buslns. Call and
T.. SEABtIRY.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

Hp VA-NOTlCEn taking charge of the above establish
mont would respectfully solicit continuance of the
former patrons of the Hotel and friends, ask them to
call and table shall always be spread with all the
The all attentive. The
establishment shall have the best attention hrt
My wife VIII that tho ladies Tho paon2e the Hotel
shall havo wish grated and all ask Is share Of bust
furnished the very best style, and Is To-
quiet part OF city Omnibus will always be
the different depots attend cusomers-to carry them
and fro JOSEPH J.. GARRlHGT0N,
iyq Propri
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

A SPLENDID HAT FOR ss.OO.Lr hay"
n %a , made for me- Sis Try name IN It, FSo'
TtLOssNs. ,P MISUNDERSTANDING stock nj
entire stock Of Goods at cash this
city Many styles fine Fancy Goods at loss than Northern
all nearly and in good styles Come and all and
p. s-My house viii be rent. For apply to w
w Mosby Una l7ts -. II. L.
At COsv-Finc French Cloths. Cns-imeres
goods, which win sell cost close business
Gents finest quality OF Kid Gloves at sioo r,,s
(tIOssNs. CP BUSINESSMAN persons in
~ debted to again requested to come forward and
not paid within ten days from This date will be collected in
~ BBI.s. SUPERIOR Old BOURBON WIIIS-
ma SIS You NIGER & SMITH
II Lynchbug and all lovers Of good Oysters Fresh Oysters
% per gallon at the Depot bridge Main
be fresh aud nice ando superior quality amy offered
eyery day no mistake and viii also keep on hand
supply of Pickled Oysters of the best quality
fe IL dfm 6or l.. Rowe ir, Go.
NEW CONCEKN.-Fhc umdcr-ignca having
firm Of NJ oSs CO. FOR the purpose " of ranae hns
Grocery and Commission business have taken the store re-
pleased see hcririends and the public generally
M ,n n6 oI,n1S,
GEORGE H. nURCil
The subscriber having his stock to NJ olins
Co. cheerfnly them friends
and patrons. JOHN HOLIiNS
JANUARY sd
- Spring. STYLE HATs.--I opened yes-
ia terday the Spring style Moloskn Hats Cali and
ASS2 f,2 T. SEABtRY.
AND WARRANTS. Land Warrants! I've
paying very highest cash price for LAND WAR
RANTS. having them sale would do well to
Us call laug s.dihsl PE1E Frs, SPENCE 81 co.
g. HOT AND LEAD.-As agents OF iac Wyi'se |
- Company, the sale Shot and |
prepared fill orders either article,
he usual terms. ina l. Isl MCCORKLE & JONES.
HNUANU. &C.
N Peruvian C;uano;
bushels Clover Seed;
bbls. N. O Moasses.
Also Coffee and o. Sugar receiving and for sale
II accommodating
ma 3-ts NJ. HOLLINS g. co.
npEAUTAFGL FLAT BKg MIS- received
- yesterday supply of those beautiful Virginia Flat
Bm Moleskn Hats popular last Fall They for
and are very light. Call and
ma lsts r. SEABURY.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

W,yFa AeAIx-Atcr remaining dry for ahou eight sue
ie months wells again replenished with water to
, of our citizens who compelled daring the win
CARR or han all used for drinking or culina-
purposes So general drought has not occurred In this
,,;on since the wear 1915 H0odseok 9eRh Legion
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

. We are authorized announce John II. coNLEf
candidate ton the office Of Sheriff of Campbell county at the
ensuing election Jan 30d&ctdef
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

y We authorized announce Capt GEORGE W.
LIE candidate she SberitIlty of Campbell county
Election he of Nav ijSn "a iSctIc+
We authorised to announce BOOKER Y. SMITH
candidate for the office Of Sheriff OF Campbell county at e
ensuing election fian "a d&ct22d may
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

HEDssE AND - t.% PAgNB1NG.-1 nm still
engaged in the above nsiness and at present prepared
o undertake all kinds of HOUSE AND SIGN PAINTING,
either in town country use nothing but the best material
and employ but good yokmen and therefore with
confidence all who may with their work
they rely upon having rwe done. My charges
souabe and uniform
Persons in the country having painting to do would find to
their interest 10 writ before engaging their work
all times ready them at the shortest notice
Grateful my friends and for the very liberal
patronage bcstuw ed for last five years hope
merit continuation of Their J. 4. WOODSON
House md ign Painter, Lynchburg, Va.
n BAs the season at hand for Cleaning, &c !
would that shall particular attention, this Spring
Whitening aud toorng hardinishod Walls and Ceilings
fr lIdSoim
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

ksEWsNss MAGfENES.-Aii who wish
~ time and health should purchase these Machines
They simple in construction, easily put
ment IL handled with the work done
strong and the saving of labor immense.
STABLER & JONES,
e-d&cts Agents for Grover Baker & Co.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-03-25

rRogrS FEET Ans RASBs-The Woodstock Terth Legion
that people that section have suffered very much
during the past from frozen hands and feet
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ia
have that my Distribution Enterprise
take place he 22d OF February The unusual hardness
the winter has prevented from seeing and settling with
m As | them shall fix another
day. later than about the LIST of August Mt which time tho
drawing will certainly take place. the trkots called and
the money REFUNDED should justify
doing shall tx upon earlier dly,
have the drawing ao place at the earl possible ,iuc
JESSE Il. HOPKINS,
10 l5d3etlst Liberty, Va