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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12
WASHINGTON NEWS AND GOSSIP

"A THEATRE FOR WAsHINGTON.-Below Will
be found a letter from the Washington public
old friend, John T. Ford, Esq, on the subject
of a theatre for Washington city. We need
hardly say that Mr. Ford is person in whose
business engagements all who know him have
entire confidence. He is, in our Judgment, the
man of all men for the enterprise. His plan
however does not strike US as being feasible.
That is, that it can be completed in time for
the business of the so near at hand season. Our
belief is that il will be best to remodel the in
terror of some one Of the we'll situated and
large halls Of the city, erecting stage, two tiers
of boxes and parquette within it, making it
capable of holding comfortably about half the
audience that the old National could hold on
pinch That might easily be accomplished in
a month for one-half the money necessary ae-
cording to this plan Of our friend Ford. But
we are glad that he is disposed to engage in
such an enterprise, and will with pleasure be-
come the medium of communication between
him and those of our fellow-citizens disposed to
aid him in it:
BALTIMORE, Nov. II, 1857.
Editor Of the Star: Will you permit me the
use of your columns to make reply to the gen;
have been repeatedly urged and solicited to meet
the earnest desires of the citizens Of Washington,
by taking the initatory steps toward the erection
of a Theatre, which should be worthy of their
liberal tastes, In the assurance that the project
would meet with hearty cooperation, l submit
to all interested in the matter, proposition to
erect, by subscriptions of five hundred dollars
more or less. as may be most avaldble-a first
class substantial Theatre, TO be conducted by
hunkle Il Co. in connection with their Rich
mOnd and Baltimore establishments, to be
managed by myself for the stockholders, entirely
independent of those cities Twenty-Five or
thirty thousand dollars "a portion of which we
would ourselves subscribe) would suffice for the
erection of an elegant and commodiOus house,
the completion of which could he accomplished
in brisf tins. respectfully invite those practi-
cally favorable to the project, to coniide at an
early period their names and the sums they
would subscribe, TO the editor Of the Evening
Star, wuen If the result offers sufficient encour-
agemeut, would hold an early conference with
them, and at once proceed to the erection of the
Theatre. Truly yours, j Il. Ford.
w. d. Wailach, Esq.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12

TORNADO IN TESNEssEE dispatch from
Memphis states that a terrible tornado passed
over Huntsville, near that place, on Saturday do
ing considerable damage.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12
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FRONT STREET THEATRE. BALTIMORE.
NIGHT WITH BURTON,
EXTRAORDINARY EXCURSION.
STEAM AND THE DRAMA
One of the most pleasant ard novel Excursions ever
- offered 10 he
CITIZENS OF WASHINGTON
- wIll take place on
FRIDAY EVENING, November 18th, 1857.
To enniae the residents of tins city to witness
without loss OF time and rest the world renesned
personations and sttead the BENEFIT OF the
MR.. BURTON!
W Special Express Train of
First class Passenger Cars
will leave the Depot at quarter before SIX O'clock
p. m. Tor Baltimore, Masking hut one stoppsse 90
the way Arriving there al O'Clock, the xcursou-
lists will proceed directly TO the
FRONT 1T. THEATRE.
Where, upon their arrival, the peTforma nee will
commence.
Mr.. BURTON.
on this occasion. appearing
- FoRr Of Has Most PopEIaT ChdraoferS.
The performance Will conclude at q quarter before
IL o'clock. when the eScursIonIsts will proceed 10
start for Washington, arriving there s.out md
night.
allowed for the passengers to reach the depot the
return trip.
Tickets for tSe round trip emitting the holder to
PnSsdg, Yrom WnshtnEtOn aad RsturH
And secured seat in the Pafouetfe ar Dress Circls
ONLY t'NE DOLLAR AND FIFTY CEn1s.
A LADIES' Car. iOr the especial accommodation of
ladies' accompanied by Gentlemen, will be attached
IL No Baggage carried on this trip
The tram vIli be run under charge of we'll known
and experienced officers oft the Baltimore and Ohio
Tickets can he had at the Kmkwood House,
Browns Hotel, and nj the Depot.
supervision of HENRY G. JARRETT,
n list. General Manager.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12

III Mario has been engaged for the Italian on-
era at Paris Tor seven months, at 50 900 Der
month ' Pc
IL Several of the banks Of Delaware h,v;,o
taken legal advice have resumed the iss,en., -
notes Of less denomination thsn FIVE dollars ~
III The New York Mirror says: There arc
more than two hundred thousand foreigners in
that city who have not become American Girl
zen., and never will Many of them have been
sent away from their own country, as il appears
nom documents at the State Department y
III Among the deaths ia this city last week,
says The Providence Post, is that of female In
the Sixth waId, about 40 years OF AGE whose
Physcians certificate states that the cause of her
death wasthe "want of nourishment !" What a
record fof city where the friends of forsiss
weeks ago. -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12

SPIRTrOF THE MORNING PRESS.
The Uuioa grows eloquent over the value of
the Sub-Treasury to the public interest in f.
nancial times like the present.
The -InteliigeHcsr discusses the moral and
political uses Of the panic.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12

The WEATHER The following report of the
weather for this morning is made from the Morse
Telegraph line to the Smithsonian Institution.
The time of observation is about O clock a. m I:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12

APPOINTMENT BY THE PREsIDENr.-Alexan-
der Newell, Postmaster at New Castle, Law
renee county, Pennsy lvania-the Office having
become subject to Presidential appointment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12

FISAScIAL.-We copy the following quota
tions of stocks, uncurrent money and remarks,
from the financial circular of Sweeny, Ritten-
house, FAINT 4 Co., Of the 18th instant:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1857-11-12
LOST AND FOUND.

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gCU on Tuesday. the sd Instant. NEGRO "A
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leet hve inches In hight: stout aud well made: IN
quite black; with 8 round face. \ have TO
doubt he IS making his way for WashiugtonA.
sIon, PROVIDED he u delivered 10 me cor secured A..
jail 30 that get hIm.
c: &. MAGRUDER.
uIo ot Mar, land.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29
TGrand Rapids Daily Enquirer.

CHIEF JUSTICE OF THE UNITED STATES
1t has been the good pleasure of the Repub-
lican journals to represent Chief Justice fancy
as large STAKEHOLDER and man of ultra
Southern views. In allusion to this fact the
CINCINNATI Enquirer has the following:
Let the decision speak for itself; but Mr..
fancy, personally, is opposed to slavery, in
principle and practice. Many years ago, al
though never wealthy, he freed every negro
in his possession, and has paid servants wages
ever since.
"They were all valuable, and one, his body
servant, has been the head waiter of the larg-
est hotel in Baltimore for many years.
"Judge fancy has always been the truest
friend of the black man, and it is related by
a cotemporary that the most eloquent speech
he ever made was at the Frederick County
bar, in defence of little negro girl, in which
he thrilled auditors by exalting the happy
construction of our court, and the Justice of
the laws, in allowing the business of the cir
cult to be stopped in order to give that poor
little negro girl her rights and her lawful pro-
lection. And although the little creature
had most likely committed crime, Mr.. Tan
ey's eloquent appeal rescued her from the
vengeance of the law. Thus have all his
acts, public and private, been characterized by
justice and generosity"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

SCARCITY OF PRovIs1oNs.-We learn that
in some portions of Genesee and Tuscola, and
probably in this county also, there is much
suffering for want of provisions. All kinds
of provisions, except flour, are unusually high,
and very scarce throughout this Northern re-
gion. In the newly settled townships, where
most of the lands are but little improved,
and the past season unfavorable, the supply
of provisions is short, and few of the inhabit-
ants able to buy them at present high prices.
We have heard of instances of great suffer
ing and almost starvation, in particular neigh
borhoods. In some cases we have heard of
property being sacrificed at ruinous prices,
and of men mortgaging their farms to OBJ
tain means for the support of their families,
while those who have no such resources to
draw upon, mast receive aid or suffer actual
starvation. Even in our own village, the de-
mand for provisions is very lively; though
we are sure Of at least one case where the
sales are materially lessened in consequence
of the emptiness of thes purchasers pockets,
and it is quite likely there may be others in
a similar condition. Saginaw Enterprise.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29
EXTENSIVE CLOTHING HousE.-As we

EXTENSIVE CLOTHING HoUsE.-As we
have before said, the new store Of Messs.
PoRrERs & MATHIsoN. is doubtless the most
elegantly furnished mercantile house in the
State. The splendid mouldings which adorn
the walls were produced by those excellent
master-mechanics, Messrs. DODGE d MORE
HOUSE, of whose taste and skill, thus eviden-
ced, our citizens are and may well be proud.
The work commands the admiration of all
The enterprising firm for whose use this
store was prepared-Messrs PoRTERs d.
MArHIsoN-have just opened therein the
most extensive stock of Goods, belonging to
the clothing trade, which has ever been
brought into this State, west of Detroit. Of
their quality and suitableness for this market,
it is enough to say, they were carefully Sc
lected by the senior member of the firm, who
has been engaged in the business for the past
eighteen years, and under whose principal
management, from a small beginning, has
grown up in our city one Of the most popu-
lar and extensive Clothing Establishments in
the West
JOHN MATHIsoN, the junior of the present
firm has charge of the manufacturing depart
ment, whose capacity has been proven to the
satisfaction of our citizens by steady SER
vice of twelve years in Irving Hail." Lit
tie BEN," the brother of LEWIS, the sem
ior, is another "chip of the same block
trained to the same correct business habits,
and an active and expert salesman.
Mr.. w. w. OANTINE is a clerk Of gentle
manly address, and has been so long engaged
in this establishment that he may be regard
ed as fixture-one of its component parts.
Mr.. G. G. MILLER is also engaged with Mr..
MATH1soN in the cutting department; and it
is enough to say that he is deemed worthy
of the place which he fills.
Altogether, this elegant store-so COM
pletely stocked, and so well managed-is tru-
ly worthy of the extensive patronage which
it is receiving. Long may it wave"
Grand Rapids Daily Eagle.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

g The Grand Rapids Enquirer, of the
Oath, states that rape was committed on
Wednesday preceding, by Martin Huff, on
the person of Mrs. LEWIS, cripple, aged
IS years, residing some two and half miles
from the city, on the Ada road.
1t appears Mrs. L. had been out to visit a
sick neighbor and was returning home, about
u o'clock in the evening, and while passing
a clump Of bushes, Huff sprung out seized
her, threw her to the ground, and accomplish
ed his foul purpose. Mrs. L., on being re-
leased, Immediately gave the alarm to work.
men in brick-yard, near by, and in company
of police officer Baker, succeeded in capturing
the demon, near Fisk's hotel, took him to the
house of Mrs. L., who recognized him as the
brutal offender, thence he was taken before
Justice Sinclair and committed to await trial.
The Enquirer thinks this is one of crowd
of villains who are beginning to infest that
city, calling for great vigilance on the part of
the police.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

FOREIGN NEws.-The steamer City Of
WASHINGTON, from Europe, has arrived, with
dates to the 9Th inst.
McHenry q Co. quote decline of Cd "a
Is in flour.
A dispatch from Madrid says that the gov
ernment of Mexico recognizes the justice OF
the Spanish demand.
The diplomatic rupture between Austria
and Sardinia is not likely to be adjusted, but
neither contemplates hostilities.
Commercial advices from Australia are un-
favorable.
In consequence of the spread of murrain
in the north of Europe, England has prohib-
tied the importation of cattle, skins, DC,
which, it is thought, will affect the provision
trade. Murrain had also appeared among the
cattle in Austria.
Gen. Ashburnham will command the mil
itary force going to China.
The Neufchatel conference has been indef-
initely adjourned, as is said on account of the
impractical demands of Prussia.
Baltimore, April 81.
The steamer Fulton, with dates to the 9Th
inst, arrived at New York this morning.
Breadstuffs dull.
Money decidedly stringent. Bank rates
advanced to for loans of stocks. The Bank
of England had raised its rate of interest for
loans on stocks to per cent, which caused a
general decline in prices. English funds de-
cined in consequence of the tightness of the
money market
The Times Paris correspondent says that
an unexpected increase in the Bank Of Eng
lands rate of interest had an unfavorable eff
feet upon the French trade; on the other
hand, the new American tariff had encourag-
ed manufacturers who were anticipating a
profitable business with the United States.
The corn market throughout France was
declining.
The accouchement of Queen Victoria was
daily expected.
The English elections were over, with but
few exceptions. There will be large liber-
al majority in the new House of Commons.
The amount of gold on the way to Eng
land from Australia, the greater portion of
which could not be far distant, was estimated
at f2,5OO,OOo.
The closing of the five Chinese ports
against European commerce, was considered
imminent.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

EE- The Detroit and Milwaukee Railway
is considered work of vast importance to
railroad interests West of the Lake, and cti-
zens of the different lake ports are looking
forward to its speedy completion with great
interest. The opinion seems to prevail, uni
versally, with railroad men, that this road
will be one of the most important and best
paying roads in the United States. The Ra-
cine Advocate, of the goth, says:
"SrEAM FERRY FROM RACINE TO GRAND
HAvEN.-The vigorous prosecution of the
Detroit and Grand Haven Railroad, with the
now certain prospect of its completion the
present season, has induced H. S. Durand,
ESQ.,, the President of the Racine d Missis-
sippi Railroad, to confer with parties in New
York, upon the establishment of regular
line of Steamers between Grand Haven and
this city. In letter from Mr.. Durand, dat
ed New York, April 18th, he says, 81 have
received formal propositions from parties of
the fullest responsibility, and long experience
in the steamboat business on the Lakes, for
placing on the route between Racine and
Grand Haven, two of the finest passenger
steamers on our inland waters, the moment
the Grand Haven Railroad is Completed
The terms and conditions are approved by the
Detroit and Grand Haven Company, and will
undoubtedly be confirmed by the Racine and
Mississippi Railroad Company"
1t is well known by those familiar with
railroad matters in the West, that no line has
been commenced which commands more at
tention or is invested with SO much impor-
lance to Michigan, Wisconsin, and Iowa, as
the one starting from Detroit, thence to
Grand Haven, Racine, Sabula on the Missis-
sippi, and through the very heart of Iowa to
the Missouri River. OF the practicability Of
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

THE undersigned have the Agency for the sale
of this celebrated CREAM, PALE and AMBER ALE,
and are prepared to fill orders promptly, and sat
isfactorily. Those wishing fine article of ale,
will find ION trial) this ale to be superior to any
draught ale ever before introduced into the Grand
River Valley
Orders for the above ale Is respectfully solicited
WASHINGTON HOUSE, Grand Haven, LEG
CAT BROTHERS, Agents. l2S5'u
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

A FAMINE IN OUR MIDsT.-The Saginaw
Enterprise, of recent date, states that great
scarcity of provisions prevail in Genesee and
Tuscola counties, and perhaps to considera-
able extent in that county (the article refer
red to may be seen in another column), so
much so that several farmers have been
obliged to mortgage their farms to obtain the
necessaries Of life.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

EE The Government has ordered Col.
SUMNER, with 1000 men, to proceed to the
North Western portions Of Iowa, an there
punish the Indians for their recent outrages,
then proceed to Utah and bring the cap
tious Mormons into subsection to the laws Of
the United States.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29
Albion, Mich, April 81.

FALL OF A BUILDINe.-A three-story
brick building, owned by Mr.. H. McGee, Of
this place, fell this afternoon at about o'clock,
burying five persons in the ruins. Only ono
of the number-Mrs. Hollingsworth, adaugb-
ter of Mr.. Gale-is thought to be danger
ously injured, the others having escaped with
out serious injury. The building was occu-
pied by Mr.. G. Gale. Hardware Dealer, and
Messrs. Pratt & Odell, jewellers.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

The new Governor of Kansas, Hon. Rob
ert j. Walker, is now at the New York Ho-
tel, intending to remain in this city until May
18th, when he will accept his commission,
take the oath of office, and leave for the ia
nous Territory. On Thursday evening Mr..
Walker received visit from committee of
young men from the Clionian Society of the
Free Academy, and was addressed by the
Chairman. Mr.. Walker made brief but
felicitious reply, expressing his earnest desire
to promote the peace and prosperity of Kan
sas and the Union.
Journal of Commerce, 18th.
Happiness is pig with slippery tail which
every one runs after but nobody can hold
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

SUIcIDE.-The following is an anecdote of
DR.. johnson: Boswell once asked johnson
if there was no possible circumstance under
which suicide would be justifable? "No,"
was the reply. "Well," says Boswell, "sup-
pose man had been guilty of some fraud
that he was certain would be found OUT
why, Them says johnson, in that case let
him 60 to some country where he is not
known, and not TO the devil where he is
known"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

A FACT FOR OUR REPUBLICAN FRIENDS
The Republicans continue to be terribly ex-
orcised about the late decision Of the SUI
preme Court of the United States, which has
decided that negroes are not constitutional
citizens of the Union. Now, we would ask
these gentlemen, if negroes are citizens"
why is it that the Topeka Constitution
which was made by them in Kansas, and
which they obstinately persist shall be the
one under which she shall be admitted into
the Union-contains clause that free men
of color shall not be allowed to settle in the
State? This clause was referred separately
to the Republican Free State electors, no
body else voted on the question, and it was
carried by large majority. The "Topeka
Constitution" with this stringent clause
against negroes, is the shibboleth and policy
of the Republican faction, it is their panacea
for the Kansas dificulties-was voted for
by all the Republican members of Congress,
and has been adopted and approved by them
in every possible way. We would ask, in all
sincerity, where and what is the Republican
consistency which denies to negroes the right
of ever living in Kansas, and drives them
from the State as criminals, and then finds
fault with the United States Supreme Court
because it decided that they are not citizens
of the United States?
Grand Rapids Daily Enquirer.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

running line Of boats the whole season.
there can be no doubt; occasionally Interrupt
tons might occur, but it is confidently assert
ell by practical men that the communication
may be kept open with sufficient regularity
to keep the travel unembarrassed.
"The progress Of our road, which for short
time back has been somewhat impeded by
the awful weather, is now being pushed on
most nobly. Freeport will soon be reached,
when connecting with the Illinois Central
Railroad, running to Dunleith, and opening a
direct route to Central ILLINOIS and the Illinois
river, with the vast coal regions and her we'll
titled, fertile prairies; who will say, the an
ticipations Of those who have sacrificed and
worked to accomplish this noble object have
not been fully realized.
Between Freeport and Savannah the work
is so far done as to make sure of its completion
the present season; the iron is purchased and
paid for. The connection with the very best
railroad yet projected in Iowa, has given an
Importance and strength to the Racine d.
Mississippi Railroad most fattering to our
citizens, for beyond doubt, in New York and
Europe, men well posted in Railroad matters
regard the project as one in which invest
ments can be made with safety. Our Iowa
neighbors are fully alive to the matter, and
are working with a determination which must
meet with success"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

EE We learn from the Grand Rapids
Daily Enquirer that the Steamer Forrest
Queen has undergone thorough repairs since
disseminating her trips son the river, has receiv-
ed new upper cabin, and is to come out in
a few days, first class passenger boat. II
her owner, Mayor Powers, will just put the
fare for passengers, and the rates of freight to
the old standard prices, we will warrant the
Queen an extensive, paying business.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

w- Judge DOUGLASS has announced his
intention of resigning his position as Circuit
Judge. Such resignation to take effect on
the 10th of May. He intends to resume the
practice of law. 1t is expected the Govern
or will appoint Judge WIrHERwELL to fill
the vacancy. So intimates the Detroit
Free Press.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

"Mr. Speaker" said member of the
Jamaica Legislature, discussing bill Cor the
regulation of the lumber trade-"I know
these timber merchants to be the most eyre
gious rascals-I was in the timber line my
self twelve years %
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

w We learn from the Welland Herald
&c. wy that an act has recently passed both
Houses of the Canadian Parliament requir-
ing the public accounts to be kept in dollars
and cents, on and after the first of January,
1858, thus dispensing entirely with the old
system Of pounds, shiIlings, pence. DC.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1857-04-29

Eg- The friends of Gov. GEARY, are urg-
ing upon the President, his appointment as
Governor of Utah.