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Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

IL Is generally understand that our Government
received, on Saturday last, the answer of Lord
Clarendon Ia Mr. Marcy's despatch &C The 2Sth
December. IN which he summed up the argument
oi the Americnn ,ide uf the Recruitment dispute.
anu ramon assigns II the fcjoin Ter of the Britt ii
SECRETARY an elahHatrness equal II ihat which
distinguished the ahl, paper of the American Sec
rotary. Rnmor ndds, hirwise--we nre pen-
In l'arn, bat haw truly We are. II course. unable
10 saY-that the realy # the British Cabinet.
"hle they decline according IL the American de-
mand Tor III reeailaf NJ. Champion. n1ducrs n
mass OF testimony MT befnr, knewn Ia our GOV.
ernment, and voriet, i calculating ciicumsinn.
oes and taets tending very much h mitigate the
gravity II the olfone, chnreed against the Brit
ieh hinIsfrr,Hnd altogether presenting So soften
ed view ot the case rs To Justify our Govern
mont l. not only not Insisting on the expulsion
nj the offending Minister. bur accepting the rx
pressed regret Of the British Government for its
uninfentIonnl offence sufficient repatriation Tor
the dtsrespeciinl net we have complained Of.
How inr ruinnr Is correct IN assigning this
character 10 the answer of Lord Clarendon wa
are, n we have already sad. unable To state
lint we 'an with entire sincerity, expressed the
nope that his response may present such an eA-
tenuatlnn OF thu indpcnrum committed towards
our country and prove 80 far satisfactory Ia our
Government n Ia enable II. without drrogntion
to Itself 10 remit the rigor of the cxpintinn de-
inanded IN the renewal oi the Minister, and frank
~ to extend the hand of reconciliation over this
point of dissension at least National inteH-
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
LATEST NEWS.
NEWS FROM KANSAS.
warrants Issued for the Arrest of govetnor
Robinson

Robinson.
Sr Louls, MAY III The Kansas enrresnon.
aehi oil ihf ~. Louis Republican writes thai Gov
shannon has sent an express IL Lexington. Mo-.
with.tbe /. pers necessary for the arrest and re-
fnrn ot Mr. Robinson. The Committee of Inves.
llgaton arr II session nj l.savrnworth. Ii i, IN.
defsto"d lhoi Nj. Oliver viii present n minori
~ report when the committee return Ia Washing
Ion.
THE PAPERS OF THE INVESTIGATING somMtr-
TEE.
CHICAGO. MAY IA letter from Kansas. dated
9lh INST. states that the M,saurian~ having
threatened 10 destroy the testimony taken before
the investigating Committee. s.nled packages of
the proceedings, up To the time of the departure
al Mr.. Robinson. were placed in charge of TINT
gentleman for Washington. These de, patches
nave not been discovered in possession Of Mr. r.
at Lexington-his wife. Mt his request having
proceeded with them after his arrest HID it not
been for this, she would have remained with her
husband
ST. LOUIS May lp.-Dates have been received
from Kansas 10 the lith. Sheriff Jones l. con
yale>eent. Mr.. Brown, the editor Of the Herald
oi Freedom, had been ARE sted while endravoring
t. leave the Territory. Ex Gov. Reeder had
He'd. but il was thought he would be ca pured
Judge Fame, of Georgia, had been appointed
Sheriff until Sheriff Jones is able 10 resume his
duties. 1t was reported that Fame had been shot
at twice. 1t was also said TINT I,500 men were
at Lawrence, armed with Shaipe's rifles, and
strongly fortified with breastworks and two piece
ot artillery and declared their intention TO re
si>t all attempts at arrest. About 900 men had
responded tothe Marshars proclamation aud on
camped IN the vicinity of Lawrence aud Iecomp-
ton, their avowcd purpose being to compel the
people OF Lawrence to acknowledge the Terrific
rial laws.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
Later fronl rlorid1.

Dates from the scene If the Seminole disur
hancr, Ia the 4th instant state thai the United
States steamer Texas ranger has just arrived
from Fort D"ynaud. She bring. news that at Il
d tame, of about 300 yards southeast Of Fort 81
mon Drum and on the margin Of the Big Cypress
Swamp, two men were fired ON hy body Of In
dians supposed Ia be at least twelve in number.
This occurred about 9 O'Clock, A. NJ, May q
Lieut. Hart ,uffs command (who had Just ar
rived from Fort Deynaud with detachment of
Florida voluntrers) aud Company ''C' Cd Ar
tillery. under Lieut. G. G.. Garner, promptly
pursued the Indians but without being able to
oyerake them. Several parties had been fired
at hy the Indians. and one man had been muir
dercd. Captain V"geler's company. for Key
West, had arrived, and was in garrison at Fort
MYERS.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
Buddhism.

\ gentleman from Sun Francisco states Tint
Buddhism has been formally innngnrated on
American -oil. After mrny i,appoinlments,,he
Chinese Ppraalon of lhnt city hive imported
wooden god aud all tie pnraphernnlia the pnr.
pose aud erected thcm a. IL prrmnnent instiiu.
tons in It's midst. The festival, NJ il was Chilled
commenced en the=itb aud continued to the 9Th
occupying 6'e day. fhreliiee in which il was
held was or, etpd III 1853. aud j. situated in Pine
street 1t ot singular STYLE of architecture,
the entrance being through narrow and dryioas
passages. having an ia. b side high walls A gen
Grad invitation wa. extended to the people oi sun
Francisco. thr"uga The press, 10 visit tho build
lug aud all ehp ayoiled themselves of il were
treated with poljtenr,s.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
Washinston On Dts,

The latest and prevailing rumer- aaving crcu-
latlon in Washington are embodied ia the follow
ing items:
Lord Clarendons answer was received yester-
day. II l. dated April 30. aud was sent la Mr.
Dallasand by him communicated to our Govern
ment. II occupies fifty pages of diplomatic pa
per. Its tone j. more generally conciiiatory aud
guarded than former dispatches. After review.
ing the whole CASE. he d>eredit- our testimony
against the Minister aud Consus, md prefers nc
crpting the statement of their own officials On
this ground. with other new y, int+ suggested, he
declines complying with the request of the Amer
lean Government.
Our reply will be prepared Immediately. but
may require eight ~ ten days, rs the British rc-
pijeatlnn took three months. 1t will ho as
brief as circumstances may allow, with uunec
ccssary Discussion Of previous questions and
will concluded by putting passports nj the dspo.
sal If Mr.. Champion.
Little Doubt is entertained that tho British Go.
vcrnment viii promptly rrtaate By giving Nh
Dallas his passports thus leaving diploma c in
trteour-e suspended, IL be renewed only Ivy ex-
PLANTATION or friendly intervention for unicable
adjustment, which may he easily accomplish
There = II" cause of war or grave embarrassment
Of pacific relations in This TACT
Mr.. Sariges has eadpagored ~itl-inndng
the spppn~edho>tiiityo of tie French Gu,n
ment, t"etfecta sat- >fariory arrangement. HE
cndeavo,s are p,edcated on alleged apelnei9 al
ready nude. which are not regarded A. sufficient.
Mr.. Champion explain, the ~-ue al vrracii} by
enaiug lhut Mr. CLAYTON called on him Ia exam
inc snme old English maps on which Eua,au and
Jamaica were dr,enatcd and celpred in HE sone
wa, wherrlpon Mr.. Clayton admitted that both
were evidently British possessions. 1t i, very
cleHr how h" apprehension mght have occur
rcd in that instance. but the explanation does
cover the :, nV,lX4ti IN Mr. {'riffnult n
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
tulRp DESPATCH.
Eurt aPr from. Congress.
" AsIilNGroN, May 81 >

W ANIIINUThN' Hhy II 10
SrNATE.-Mf Mason uf Virginia discussed
the conduct of the Navy Board, arguing TINT
their prooecdin ?. should be set aside as far as IL
wns competent tnr Congross To do so.
senator Benjamin, of Lonisana. spoke in Ia
vor of the passage of the bill for til" removal Of
distractions in the mouth Of the Mississippi n
tho President vet,
Senator roomb.. of Georgia, defended tho ne
ton Of the e.lrnt.
lIousE.-Mr Cobbs Of Alabama referred bill
granting about a million acres of land to Alab una
tor Railroad purposes.
Tho bill pas-rd under call for the previous
question
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
ARRIVALS AT THE
Washington Iousc-sucad n Clark prp's

D Hunt lady, Campbell CHI; L l. MeGreger,
Halifax; Bureh, Dir D A LnnghorneJ " Stone CITY;
f Wright Abingdon; T W Rosser G T Rosser, Thos l.
Austin, J Dooley, Campbe D Barnett & lady Miss
Smith, Miss Cook, Miss Smith. Montgomery; NJ II
Gray, DR. J Steptoe, Mrs Whitlow. } W Rosser Bed
ford; \ II Hunter, Miss S c Hunter J I Meggason.
Apromatox; " Lee, ---; r VI Dennis Liberty; V
Ribhlc Lovingston; ] G Simpson Bristol. Tenn; John
1ngraham. a II Harris, y Y I S Winston & lady, Va
NJ Hickman, Abingdon: b l. Burner, Roanoke; John
Burner Floyd; Miss Winston. Mrs Knight, Lou
isai E MeDermed, Roanoke; Col NJ Langhorne, city.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
FeunsylV wanna

\ CORE -pondent Of the Baltimore Democrat
writes thus from ! ork Pa.
Ave have the pleasure giving you from
York the first victory of the Americans over the
Buchanan party in their State. After spirited
election, on saturday. we beat the shhn dcnnc
racy by a largely increased majority over lo't
Spring. The Buchanan party hire are di.'nny-
ed at this unexpected dcfeat-it is but the be
ginning of the end. Ehe Americans of Pennsyl-
vnnia have principles more than men, not excep.
ting their own favored ones"
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
EC,,ttH Chilli

WIN. +. Morgan, young LAWYER, formerly of
Maryland. who had been on trial at St. Louis for
forgery, has been convicted and ordered to be
sent to the peniientary for ter years. The prs-
onpr on the announcement Of the verdict, was
completely overcome, aud nearly tainted away.
IT, ycning News says he is a young man of
polished address aud in,inuating manners, and
among the private circles of his family and friends
pa -~cd for paragon of perfection. 1t is be
lieved an appeal will be taken to the Supreme
Court
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
CIRnellRiOn

MesSrs Coleman aud Stetson.af the Astor House
New York, have failed. and the partnership
dissolved. The firm su,pends payment. The
Astor house will lac conducted by Mr.. Stetson.
The fnilure arises from the par les being mixed
up in an attemptedpurchase Of the Burnett House,
in Cincinuati. by which they became involved to
the amount Of Sl4OO0O.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
Excitement II 3 laas "A Battle Anticipated

Excitement II {. a a as "A Battle Anticipated
Escape Of Es- Governor Reeder
ST. LOUIS, May 3D-Adyiees received here
from Kanses,-tate that The people have respond
ed in grend number Ia the call of Gov shannon
At Lecompton 600 had assembled and 400 at
Franklin.
\ large company, well armed and proyisioned
to leave Kickapoo on saturday. for Lecomp-
ton. carrying with them two pieces of cannon.--
There was great excitement, and battle was
ticirated
1t is reported that Tx Governor Rceder lad
succeeded in making his escape and. II is said,
carried off a considerable portion of funds be-
lnneng 10 hi friends.
The Nieilant Committee ut Kansas city. III
Saturday. took from the steamer Arabia n large
field piece consigned 10 Lawrence.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

. The London Times and other daily newspa-
pers say: I'VE are surprised that there are
people, both here and in the United States, who
believed that the English and French Govern
ments are about 10 send military forces 10 Cen
trail America to assist Costa Rica again ct Nicnr
aqua. There is not word of truth in this as
sertion as respects either Eng land or France.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
l. s HO0PFR .
sEnnrpcr,


Z ,
n Dealers in HATS. CAPS, BOOTS SHOES, TRUNKS.
Sc doors above Exchange Corner and nearly opposite the
store of Messrs McCokie and Jones Main street yncbburg
Va-The advertiser beg leave announce that they have
onenod n NEW HAT q SHOE STORE in this ctv.ana 70
Will bc constantly supplied with every article appertain ~
ing to their line of business
In re,cttay soliciting the patronage of their friends ana
the uubc they the confident assurance hat oy WI"
prepared at all times to offer superior inducements 70 %
one ofthe has just returned from The Northern cl s.
where he made selections with expressly Tor t
markt and Intending sell for CASH to punciua Gus
omers on short time they will enabled sell at reduced
IN. ~ " - 49, fapl / d& etsif
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
The Dimculi, with d.rcat nvltmin

The CORE .rondenoe Oh the enlistment ques
ton was sent to the House 10 day. II comprises
question Of verao,y between MIR Buchanan
mud Lord pnlmersion. The former accuses the
hitter # retaining important letters when the
corresp ,ndcncc was laid before the British Par
lnnenr, thus giving "A view oi the subject favora-
bic to The British II only.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
Arvi,nI of Steamers.

The Canadu has arrived at Halifax. Her news
i unimportau.
The rropclI Canadian from Liverpool May
7th has arrived at Qurhec.
The stenmer Fulton of tho same date from
Southampton h. arrived at Portland, Maine.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
New Work Markets.

MAY 2ist.-Flour hunyant, State 81 CD To
s6. Ohio 50 II to SO u; southern Standard
ST ~ L. -, Fancy 81 Il 10 81 n.
Wheat advanced Southern Red ~ 60; White
81 80.
Corn bnoyan'. 579 cts.
Virginia Sizes. 93d.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
MI Cr7npton's Cases-Decisicn Defer ed,

WAsnNGroN. May 20. Lord Clarendon's DIES.
patches understood neither categoricaIIy to
refuse nor ass, nj to the demand Of our govern.
ment for the recall of MIR. Champion and the of
Tending consul-. The decision of the Pre- ident
will not be communicated for some DAYS.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
Jndpe MCLEAN.

This gentleman Is ont in n letter in which he
takes the ground that Congress has the power t.
prohibit. bat not To establish slavery in a Terri.
tory. This is taken ON admission that he is
willing 10 be the Republican nominee for the
Presidency.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

PEARS OF OTTER.-From the advertisement of Mr.,
llorsley will be that arrangements will short
ly be put in execution for the accommodation Of par
ties wishing to visit the Peaks of otter We need
not say that the view from this celebrated mountain
Is one ofthe nblmest in the world, It is the design
OF the proprietor not merely to accommodate oeca-
siona visitors, but TO offer pleasant retreat for per-
sons escapug from the cities during the hot months
otSammer. We know him we'll and underwrite him
to the public first rate gentleman who will do all
that he promises and one under whose land
lord they will feel altogether at home
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
sslSnlf II

At O'Clock on Sunday morning, 18th of May, by
the Rev. Mr.. Adam Johnson Mr.. WILLIAM FERGU-
son to Miss AGNES PENICK, all of Pittsylvana
Va
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
Nomination f1r C,r.cref

ST. LOUIS, May 20.-Ihe Benton Democratic
county convention yesterday nominated Frank
p. Blair, Jr for Congress- vice Hon. John G..
Miller deceased.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

lMpRogiEG.-We are pleased to that Mr.. Spill
Ter, who was severely hurt by the Railroad accident
on PerciyaPs Island, has so far recovered to be
able to make his appearance on the streets. lie will
no doubt be entirely restored in short time
We expect Mr.. S, after his experience, is fully
prepared to assent TO the proposition, that in n rail-
road accident, absence of body is better than pres
cnce of mind.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
( CONGRESSIONAL.

WAsnINaroE May 2l-t-'rhe hill making
appropriation al Public lnnds for building rail
ronds In WSoon-in has passed tho House.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

\ 4 Funeral Notice The funeral Of the late VIM G.
Ny Lcwich win he preached at New London Academy,
"s4s. the ih Sunday in May (the Goth nst) which
cason brother Masons from all the neghbornE Lodges
requested attend may 2l-dAct2Gth
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

ID wish to sell the TRACT OF LAND which
veyed to -5l by Joshua Thomas containing acres
and part the West side Of the No
Mountain,
who is good judge and who has It,
tie greater of is good Tobacco land There is but little
cleared II will DE sod either fer cash sredit.
Mr. Rice who lives it, will show 1t those who wish
o examine IT, Gnov 2Jclawtsl MICAJAH DAVIS. JR
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
By TELEGRAPH.
Arrival Of the Canada Advance In
BreadstufIS.

lIAIIFNN, Why -IFI'
The Canadu has arrived ut THE port.
Flour has advanced Cd To shilling
Wheat has advanced | To pence.
Corn has nl2anced Cd.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
Baltimore Markets.

May 2ist.- Markets unchanged. Flour frmer
with more BUYERS than sellers.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

~ ~ q. II. TATE, Commission Merchants
10 AND AGENTS FOR TEE SALE or VIRGINIA
TOBACCO, No 3s hatcher street New
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
RICHMoND ADVERTISEMENTS.

DMPC WrEa. whole.
SALE AND RETAIL
"A DEALER in AaErIeAs 4
JaporTrD q u Ms AND
RIFIEs Fowling and fish-
0sFz.T -T2tzt1---s- Inz r ackie, table and pocket
>------.--------ll---zs/ Cutlefy Walking Canes,
n,lts and po Monte. Percussion On D. Gunpowder Patent
Shot Bnla Powder Fasls Pouches and bes pi'u osss,
Sipplea and Nrenehcs Washing Hods and lHksIs, 1T
chains aud Collars. Makers Materials 6f- &C ~ NJ
V1IVFn and FIVE guOOTFRs at manufacturers prizes,
tho trade y. sIIHi.isbaNn, ~,
40 l2 Main street opposite Eagle Square Richmond va
DIPLOMA
AWARDED ny THN VIRGINIA
MECHANICS INSTITUTE foH TIN foNofioN
fHF MECHANIC Arts TO -.
SAMUEL SWITZERLAND. OF RICHMOND, WHO
Tor a GUNS, PISTOLS ard RIFLES, exhibited
the Exhibition Articles uf Amer Manufacture, he'd
the tit, of Richmond en The 10Th day Of ~, ia
JAMS ". ITwTfIfs J. a. BELYIN,
Secretary President
I'll a. Ia w
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
NEW ..0Ops.-April 20, is56,-scorec NJ

~ KICKER & co. Lynchburg Va, take great pleasure
in a,nouncin To- their numerous customers and the putc
s'ans of FANCY and STAPLE DRY GOODS for Sprung
and Summer trade Their selections were made WIN eIeHt
carr AK 10 sfy and 10 the prices WIN sur
"a Inc tastes and wants Of His community as also
to the tastes and of thosen tAe adjoining cohntes a
from distance who purchase their goods IN TINS cry All
persons wanting autiu CHEAP and really god goods arc
espectfnlv invited call and make theii purchases
B-Al Goods at cash prices and accuuWa due '"lee
year viz the day Jnly and the lst day Of Jan co
apl 2-dtsf w. ~ ~ W.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

REAPNG MAcHlNE.--Oue cf these wonderful ma
'hlnes passed through streets yesterday evening
gong through the blank motions of reaping raking
turning and twisting generally 1t produced no lit
Tie sensation among our townsfolk, who are not ar
cnstomed to the implements Of rural life. Many
wonders were expended to what the thing
could be?' by Young America, who though in the
haoit OF running with the masheen' could not
comprehend that one. The Reaper is grand tri-
umph of American genins, and while it is an inval-
liable invention for the farmer, reflects honor the
nation.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

A tiLMnN HOUSE.
We MoNgnfNr sQuARr. Bniin r., Md
MILDEEElGER SMITH,
Pr frirtor
W S NARNIn late of fhe St Srholas Hotel NV York,
Superintendent fe = dSely
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

MFypHG THEIR WAys.-We are glad to sec that our
Baptist friends are mending their ways, which need
ed it SO shockngly we mean the ways in front of
their church. The uneven and ugly old pavement
heretofore in front of that church has been removed,
70 be succeeded by handsome and comfortable enc.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

= We are authorized EDWARD
Ci1RISTIAN candidate election the Office Of Com
eatis A;torueyf'r Campbell county at thr cnsrnE
election fa1lu Il r9tqwfo
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

= We are authorized announce r. O pOSS eaHdi.
date for the Office nt sheriff of Campbell county at the ensuing
a., f. ID yrtd
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22
1a,,, ;.,SyC .VTsUE.Rs.-w hn.e on, hand

TA'I NAM I'M ~ kkT's = " - TT oI r. -
and for sale Olive OH OIL Almonds, Oil Lemon On Boz
f4ot on Wlncrgrcen, oil Rose GeraLum, ~. NehrhPha va
Cinnamon Anise Seed, Oil Cloves Cinnamon BARK Huh on
lie branding boards Branding Brushes, Branding PANT
~ sgproy article Tobacco Flavor from 81 % to - W. per
gallon, Copal yarnsh, &c, Sc &c al oi Wnrn We ~" ut
reasonable prices. j. IL iioMi -.
NAV Nr0thfcHFie7 81" l'i"ke49.'.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

UNIVERSITY OF NmetNA-rhe Board OF Visitor. Il
the University Of Virginia, IL Is generally conceded
Wit ther session On the 2fth of the present month
aN'e the school Of Ancient Languages into two Pro-
ies'ofships, one of Latin and the other of Greek
ipefe Is probability that the lahors of the School
Oh MODERN Languages will also be divided One or
tNo new rships-parieullrlv that of History
anu English Literature-will be established The
next session of the Board Of Visitors will also take
mo consideration the pronrc.Y Of increasing the SUI
arcs oil the Professors, which are now limited 10
S3Ooo-chor. ddpoca'e
VIRGINIA TRADE WITH New YoRK-A letter from
\. y says Some idea may be formed of the extent
oil the trade between this city and virginia from the
ac' that on Monday and Tuesday ofthc present week
there arrived in our hnrbor from various port in that
state nearly one hundred vessels. The cargoes were
mainly confined 10 wool flour, and oysters.
DISTRESSING AcclnESr.-A gentleman from Ilarpers
Ferry informs the SPIRIT Of Jefferson that whilst three
small children of Mr.. NApLToll keeper on the bridge
al that place, we're playing in an old building on
Friday last, adjoining hs residence it was by
gale OF wind, blown over instantly killing two of the
children and the third seriously injured that
1t was not expected to survive.
LEwsnuRG FAIR.-lt has been determined by the
6reenbrier Agricultural Society to hold its annual
FAIR at Lewishurg commencing on Wednesday af-
ter the fourth Monday in August
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

%7rO THE PEOPLE OF LYNcHBUKG.--l announce myspl
candidate reelection Gommonw ea Attorney for the
Corporation of ynchhurg the election to take place On
Thursday ED inst }. GARLAND.
lJitdc
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1856-05-22

COMMISSIONER OF rHE REyENrf-capt VIM. L. Sisson
will be voted for the Office Of Commissioner Of the
ynchburg District the coming election for
the 18th Thursday in this month by MANY
VOTERS OF THE AMERICAN PARTY.
may l6d22may