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The total cotton crop of the United States for the paat
year estimated at about 900 bales, being in
of about 10000 bales compared with last year.
The following table shows the amount of the yield for
the last thirty years:
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The increase in the receipts of produce presented
by the various reviews of the past commercial year. s
in this connexion worthy of attention 1t is as follows
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

BsYFrom report of one Of Hon. Geo. P
Marshs lectures on the English language, we.
take the following interesting extract:
A number of good English words found in
use by good writers could hardly fall short of
100000 But we knew these mainly as We
knew Greek, as book-words, and not as the lam
guage of speech. Even if man was able, on.
extraordinary occasions, to bring into use in a.
wordy battle half of that number, he generally
contented himself with far fewer. Each indi--
vidual used in his daily life repertory of words
to some extent peculiar to himself, one which
would furnish a key to his private history. Few
scholars used as many as 10000 English. words;
ordinary people 5000. In all Shakespeare there
was not more than Is 900 words in all Milton,
5000. Of the Egyptian hyereglyphics there
were but 5000; and it was said that the vocab-
ulary of the italian opera was scarcely greater
We each found very limited vocabulary enough
for our purposes. One man would say "a
thoughtful heart;" another ga grateful spirit -
one Clancy" another ''imagination; one de-
scribes his friend as Of sanguine temperament ;
another as Of hopeful disposition one man
'began to build )" another commenced build:
ing" each had his own words and stuck to them.
A man of controlled passions used plain words;
while passionate man used many intensives.
Loose thinkers contented themselves with gener-
al applications for large classes of ideas, while
logical thinkers used more and more specific
words The arts demanded more new words
than anything else.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30
THE TIMES.
PORT TOBACCO, MD.
Thursday Morning, December 80, 1858.
nSY@We copv into our columns to-day the

p<TWe copy into our columns to-day the
proceedings of the meeting Of Stockholders OF
the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Company,
which will be found interesting to all of our
readers who are friendly to the great enterprise
now on foot. The direction of the affairs of
the company has been placed in the hands of
discreet and prudent gentlemen; and if it is
possible-which but few doubt-the road will
be completed. We feel assurance of. this, not
only from the judicious selection of Directors by
the Stockholders, but from the awakening inte-
terest which we observe is being manifested by
some of our neighbors in Virginia for the success
of the road, aud from the great uneasness which
is showing itself among others in the same
State who have heretofore regarded the project
as Missionary idea" merely. The next step in
the organization of the company is the selection
of President. We stated last week, upon the
information of gentleman that meeting of
the Directors would be held for this purpose in
Baltimore city on the 18th proximo, but there
seems to be some mistake in the statement, as
both of the Prince Georges papers are silent
upon the subject. When the organization is
fully completed we shall not be long in doubt
as to the early completion of the road.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY AFFA1Rs.-The
Adrocate of the 22d inst, gives the following
items:
Robbery and hace1adiarism learn that
on Friday night last the store house of Mr..
Edward Platter, in Nottingham, in this county,.
was entered and robbed of goods, &C., to large
amount $4,000, and that the thieves then set
fire to the premises Fortunately the fire was
discovered before it had made much progress,
and extinguished. On yesterday three negroes
were brought hither and lodged in Jail, charged
with participation in the affair." and others are
thought to be concerned in it. No examination
has yet been made.
Sale Of Negroes P,ices.-The negroes
belonging to the Townsend estate were sold
at T B, on Monday. A large number were dis
posed of at very large prices. We are not in
possession of the particulars, but learn the
amounts paid were almost unprecedented.
Mr.. f. Platter, of Nottingham, yesterday sold!
negro women in this place, to Mr.. Shekell for
$3.50!
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

EXCITEMENT ABOUT A SLAvE.-A letter from
Elmira, n. Y, states that some excitement pre-
vailed there on the 18th inst, in consequence Of
the return of a fugitive slave from Canada. 1t
appears that in August last, four slaves ran a.
way from Calvert county, Md, and reached
Canada. Recently one of them being threaten
ed by want and restitution, wrote to his mas
ter, Mr.. John S. Mills, requesting him to come
on there and take him home. Mr.. M. did so,
and was returning with the fugitive, when they
encountered an excited mob Of blacks at Elmira.
The fugitive entreated them to permit him to
return with his master, as he 1.-THE fugitive) was
tired of northern 'tfreedom" but it was with the
greatest difficulty that he escaped their fury
They even threatened to hang him on the spot,
sooner than he should return. Fortunately,
however, in company with Mr.. Mills he eluded
the watchfulness of the mob, and started for
Maryland.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

OPPOSITION MEETING AT RICHMoND-A
meeting of those opposed to the Democracy was
held at Richmond, Va, on Monday last, at
which resolutions were adopted recommending
the selection of delegates to State Convention
to be held at Richmond, on the 10th of Februa-
ny next, to nominate ticket in opposition tt
that put forth at Petersburg.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

The EsK1MMEL HOUSE" is new candidate
for the public favor in Washington city, and we
cheerfully recommend it to those who like a
quiet, neat and well-ordered hotel. 1t is con-
veniently located on G street, nearly in the rear
in an elegant manner and is far more comforta-
BILE in it's arrangements than some Of the more
fashionable hotels in that city. The proprietors
are obligng gentlemen, and the success of the
house is certain.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

HE PRESENT CONDITION OF MOUNT VERNON,
Mr.. Everett, in his first Mount Vernon Paper"
thus enumerates the annoyances to which the
family residing at Mount Vernon are subjected:
Their retirement is invaded in the most I'M
seemly and distressing manner; articles easily
removed must be closely watched, to prevent.
their being carried off whatever can be broken
or cut is liable to be mutlated and defaced with
IN doors, and the shrubbery in the walks and
groundsis appropriated without scruple Three
or four OF the paes have been wrenched from
the balustrade of the front staircase and carried
away. An attempt was made last year to break
the glass case which contains the kew of the
Bastile, given by Lafayette to Washington, and
to puroin this remarkable relic Most of the
small projecting portions Of the wrought marble
mantle-piece presented to General Washington
by Samuel Vaughan, Esq, of London, and form
ing the ornament of the fireplace in the dining
room, have been ruthlessly broken off, and in
one case, at least, young magnolias planted in
the grounds have been cut down by tourists,
who were, it may be supposed, particular as to
the quality of their waking-sticks. Were the
fortune of the proprietor such as would enable
him to recover place like Mount Vernon from
the effects of half a century of neglect, and to
bring it into state of ornamental culture, it is
plain that it could not be kept in that condition
without the additional expense (if there be no
other difficulty of number of watchmen and
guards
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

The New YORK WAvERLEY, a magnificent
paper, published in New York and at Is Brat
tie street, Boston, at only So per annum, on the
finest satin surface paper, elegantly illustrated
with original cuts, is most excellent, as well
as artstically beautiful paper, well worthy an
honored place in every family. A great feature
is the publication of the "Uaver2ey Norels, :"
worth more annually than the price of the pa
per-and this week begins great Story, enti-
tied tTHE SKELETON HAND!!" an extraordina-
ry Romance, mysterious, thrilling, full of tragic
romance, founded upon series of well-known
facts in the history of New England, New York,
and West Indies. In which the whole secrets
of the great Bond street tragedy are revealed,
and the mysteries of the Broadway Gambling
Saloon are shown up-yet full of the richest
touches of the softer feelings and passions of our
nature-vivid descriptions and home scenes, and
teaching the youth of our land a great moral
lesson-that though vice for a time may thrive
ultimately virtue will triumph, and happiness
follow in it's train. Everybody should subscribe
for and read the Ner York Uaverley.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

Rg@The Washington States regrets the recent
occurrence of the introduction of slaves from
character and position Of the slave holding COM
munity. We believe that nine tenths Of the
people of the South are opposed to any such
proceedings.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

THE FIL1BUsTEHs.-Ha Washington Dec. o.
Nothing official has been received here with re-
gard to the whereabouts of the Susan, the fill
buster vessel. It is known, however, that the
flibusters who left Mobile on the steamer Fash
ion, ostensibly for Texas, have, landed twenty
miles below the mouth Of the Colorado, where
there are now probably one thousand armed
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

nY=The Senate has decided to go into it's new
hall on re-assembling in January. Mr., Bright
of Indiana, submitted the successful resolution
for the appointment of committee to make thu
necessary arrangements for that purpose.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

The Laurel, Md, Beacon published at
Laurel, by Messrs. Parker and Beall, says that
the project of forming new county out of por-
tions of Prince Georges, Anne Arundel and
Howard, is favorably received.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

LIBERIA AND THE SLAVE TRADE.-Ex-Presi-
dent Roberts, Of Liberia, writes to a gentleman
of Philadelphia, Indignantly denying the report
that that republic gives any countenance what
ever to the slave trade. He says:
Liberia has never, nor will she ever counte-
nance any such system as that now known to
be pursued by the French for procuring free
laborers. They may endeavor to force it upon
us, but I am pursuaded will never succeed
Notwithstanding the insult offered to our sover-
eighty by French naval lieutenant, in the res
cue Of the "Regina CelP out of the hands of
the government, and for which the French gov
eminent has not deigned to offer the first or
slightest apology, news has just reached here Of
the arrival of another French emigrant ship at
Sugaree for free zoborers. am persuaded, how
ever, that, at all hazards, the government here
will not permit the thing to be done.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

CoNsTABLEs will take notice that meeting
of the County Commissioners will be held on
Tuesday next, to receive their bonds.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

1Sg- North Carolina is the only State in the
Union that excludes Jews from holding offices
Of profit or trust within its limits. Many inef-
fectual efforts have been made to remove this
proscriptive feature from the Constitution of the
State and resolution to this effect has engaged
the attention Of the Legislature now in session,
but has failed to receive it's favorable action.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

By@It is intended to make Commodore
Stewart an Admiral, the title to expire with his
death
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

RE-ApPo1NTED.-At a late meeting of the
Board of County Commissioners, Thomas Harris
was re-appointed Clerk, and James Adams
Messenger to the Board.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

Hoop, FALSE HAIR, HIGH HEELS AND MAT
RIMoNY.-An act was introduced into the Eng
fish Parliament in 1910, 'Fthat all women, of
whatever age, rank, profession, or degree, wheth-
er virgins, maids or widows, that shall, from
and after such act, impose upon, seduce, and be-
tray into matrimony, any of his majesty's sub
jects, by the scents, paints cosmetic washes, ar
tjfci@ teeth, false hair, Spanish wool, iron stays,
hoops, high heeled shoes, bolstered hips, shall
incur the penalty of the law now in force against
witchcraft and like misdemeanors, and that the
marriage, upon conviction, shall stand null and
void"
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

THE "GREAT REPUBLIC" MoNTHLY.-We
have received the first number Of this new
monthly magazine from its enterprizing publish
ers, Messrs. Oaksmith & Co., New York. From
a slight perusal of its pages, we have formed
the opinion that it must become one Of the most
popular publications in the country. 1t is
neatly printed and profusely and elegantly illus
trated with fine wood engravings. The reading
matter is instructive, interesting and amusing
in a high degree, and there is great variety of
subjects presented in its numerous pages. For
terms, &c., we refer the reader to the Prospectus
in our advertising columns.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

The prayer at the opening Of the Senate
proceedings on Thursday last was read by a
Romon Catholic priest, robed in his white sur
plice. This is the first instance during many
years, at least, in which a clergyman of that
church has officiated in Congress, and it attract
ed not a little attention and comment Nc
compensation is now made to Congressional
chaplains, but ministers of the various denomi-
nations volunteer their services. The appear
ance of Father Boyle in the desk was a marked
recognition of the fact that our government
makes no discrimination between religious creeds
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

RsY7The Pension Bill has passed the Lower
House of Congress. The final vote was 100 to
10. The bill as passed gives pensions to all
survivors who served for sixty days, or were en-
gagged in actual battle, in the war of 1912, Or in
any war or battle fought by the United States
with the Indians previous to or during that
war. The act extends to both land and naval
forces, and where the party does not survive,
his widow comes in for the benefits. The pen
sions are grauated as follows: To those who
served II months or more, 1906 per annum ;
those who served months or more, $75, and
those who served 8 months or not less than 60
days, $50 per annum. 1t is provided that the
pensions commence from the first day Of the
present Congress, and continue through life
Should it become a law it will of course make
quite large draft annually upon the means of
the government.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

Rsg"A very severe letter against Judge Doug
las, from the pen of Ex-senator Jones of Iowa,
has appeared, in reply to censures of the former
against the latter. Mr.. Jones makes charges,
and in terms which some suppose must lead to
difficulty between the gentlemen.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

FROM WAsH1NGToN.-Wa Washington, Dec. 27.
Judge Samuel Black, will, there is little if any
doubt, be appointed Governor of Nebraska, and
the vacancy on the bench of that Territory
thus created, will be filled by a gentleman from
Georgia.
While the opponents Of the old soldiers bill
estimate that from eleven to fifteen millions
would he required to carry it into effect, its
friends say, from the most accurate calculations
that the amount would only be S3,OOO,O00 pei
annum. There is, however, no prospect Of the
bill becoming law.
Gen. Walker is believed to be in the vicinity
of Mobile, and Gen. Heningsen..is still in Wash
ington.
Among the recent confirmation by the Senate
were Alexander Wilson, to be District Attorney
for Utah Territory; and Alfred M. Tay, to be
District Attorney for the Southwestern District
of Missouri
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

Rsg@The steamship Asia arrived at N. York
on Monday, bringing Liverpool dates to the 18th
instant. There is scarcely anything noticeable
in the telegraphic summary of her news except
an announcement of the arrest of certain parties
near Cork, Ireland, on the charge of conniving
at the invasion of Ireland by filibusters from the
United States An effort was making, with a
prospect of success, to obtain means from the
British government to prosecute the Atlantic
telegraph enterprise. A collision is reported be-
tween British cruiser and French slave ship
on the coast of Africa. The Spanish naval ex-
petition against Mexico is to be still further rein
forced.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

FOUND DEAD-A negro man belonging tc
Mr.. Raphael Boarman, residing near Newport
in this county, was found dead on Tuesday
morning last on the farm of Mr.. John B. Wills
about three miles from Port Tobacco. A jury
of inquest was summoned yesterday, but the
result of their investigation we have not learned
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

H<g Hon. James A. Pearce, United States
Senator, and Hon. James L. Orr, Speaker Of
the House of Representatives, have accepted the
invitation of the Burns Club, in Washington, to
preside at the centennial celebration of the birth
day of Robert Burns, on the 25th of January
next. Mr.. Pearce, it is said, is lneal descen-
dant of the house of Ramsay, represented by
Lords Dalhousie and Panmure, two eminent
British statesmen. Mr.. Orr, is Scotch, and r.
ish in descent, and fully appreciates the poetical
genius of Scotlands great bard.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

ass@ The United States Senate has adopted a
resolution calling upon the President for the cor
respondence between the Mexican government
and Minister Forsyth, and such other informa-
ton as may elucidate the complication which re-
suited in our suspension of diplomatic intercourse
with that country. The Senate, in executive
session has confirmed the list of naval officers
upon the retired list renominated by the Presi-
dent In the House of Representatives, the bill
granting pensions to the soldiers in the war of
1912 and in the Indian wars has passed.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

The FAMILY JoURNAL.-The first number Of
new weekly paper, bearing this title, to be
published in Baltimore by Messrs. John B
Williams and Charles H. Moore, editors and
proprietors has just been issued. It is very
neatly printed and illustrated, is similar in size
and form to the popular New York weeklies
and seems to be quite equal to them in the
character of its contents.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-12-30

B17Our Carrier has in preparation an ad-
dress in rhyme, which will be presented to the
patrons of The Times at the beginning of New
Year. This is an old custom in most newspaper
offices, but it has been but recently introduced
here. The dimes which filled the pockets OF
the Carrier after the presentation of his first adj
dress, has doubtless caused him to feel grateful
towards those who so kindly responded to his
pressing calls upon them. Of their effect upon
his poetical talent we leave the reader to judge
for himself