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Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27
The Firut Steamboat.

This vessel was launched from the yard
Of Charles Brown, at CorlearS Hook, in
July, 1904 little over fifty years ago.
She was fully completed, and made her
trial trip in August following, taking hGr
first departure from the old State Prison
dock at the foot Of Amos street, for Al
bany, which place she reached without
accident, making the run in thirty'two
hours, equal to five miles an hour The
ClermOnt was named after the country
seat Of Chancellor Livingston, who was
HultOn'S patron and friend. Her voyage
70 Albany was the first successful ono
ever made by steamboat and marked
an era in tho history Of this county,
The excitement which it 0ccaSioncd rang
through the cOutry from North TO South.
The establishment Of the inhabitants on
the banks Of the Hudson, excited by her
appearance, many Of whom had never
heard Of steam engine, much less q
steamboat, has been tho subject Of many
quaint and interesting sketches Of both
pen aud pencil, SOHO Of which wOro most
ridiculous, while others were Of that char
acter which nothing but an object Of real
grandeur could have excited. She was
described by some, who had indiStinctly
seen her passing in the night, as living
monster moving on the waters dcfying
the winds and tide, and breathing flames
and smoke. She had the most terrific APP
pearance 10 other vessels which wcrc nav.
ikating the river at this time. Tho fuel
used, the Same as in all steamboats, for
years after, was dry pine wood, which
sends forth volume Of ignitCd vapor SOW
eral feet above the top Of the smoke pipe;
and, whenever tho tirO is stirred, a gal
Axy Of sparks fly of, which at night pre-
sent beautiful and effective appearance.
This uncommon light first attracted the
notice Of crews Of other vessels who,
although the wind and tide were adverse,
were astOnished to find that the object
producing it was rapidly approaching
them; and when It came so near that the
noise Of the machinery and paddlc.whecls
could be heard, it is said tho crews, in
sOmo instances, shrunk between their
decks from tho startling sight; some cs-
capped to the shore by tho aid Of their
small boats, while others Frustrated them
selves and bCsOught Providence to pro-
tect them from tho horrible monster
which was. marching on the tide and
lighting its path by tho fire which It vom-
tied. II is said that one individual, when
he first saw the ClerMont on her passage
and as she was passing tho now city Of
Hudson, went home and told his wife
that "he had seen tho devil going to Al.
bany on q saw.mill. "-EMerS0R's Nag.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27
stoves, Tin ware 4 Hardware

CMITH / NASH respectfully announce to
- their friends and the public that they can
be found on the lot recently occupied by Ma.
sonic Hall, (wherc they are building splendid
wilt favor them with their patronage, with
Stoves, Tin Ware. Copper Ware, Sheet Iron
Ware, Hardware and Mining Tools, at the very
lowest prices for cash.
Hydraulic ''iPos always on hand and made
to order.
PLUMBING and all kinds of Job Work
done at the shortest notice.
augl6 0Stf
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27

TaR place. ron A NANl-A few eve
nings since, . widow, who was known by
the entire congregation to be greatly in
want Of husband, was praying with
frvenCy: "Ohi thou kRoweSt what Is
he desire Of nay heart " she exclaimed.
- A.HAHl {" responded . brother, in .
broad accent Il was wicked; but we
ass quite sure that several grave mem
heEa smiled, on the occasion.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27

TRUTH SlxrLY ExPRESSEp,-lt is not
what people cat, but what they digest
that makes them strong. II is not what
they gain, but what they save that makes
them rich. tits not what they read, but
what they remember that makes them
learned. 1t is not what they profess, but
what they practice, that makes them
righteous. These are very plain and i'm.
pOrtant truths, too little needed by glUt-
tons, spendthriilS, bOOkwOrms, and hyp-
Ocrites.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27
Gardener WamteAl

A eKlLLEuL 0ARDRNRR. understanding The
"A culture Of fruit can receive employment q fair
wages, BY applying ct this ofaee o. 70 he unaersp
cd In Upper PiaceTvllS..5 J. ?. DURN
octN u
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27
CHAS. w. BARNES,

WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN
~ ROCERIES, PROVISIONS, CROCKERY
VI Etc, New FircprOof Brick Store, Main
street. opposite the New Theatre.
tWAn goods warranted and delivered.
nov22 81
DUY YOUR GROCERIES AND CROcKERY OF
ID CHAS. w. BARNES.
Buy your Groceries and CrOckery Of
CHAS W. BARNES.
Buy your Groceries and CrOckery Of
CIIAS. W. BARNES.
Buy your Groceries and Crockery OF
CHAS. W. BARNES.
Buy your Groceries and CrockeTy Of
CHAS ". BARNES.
Buy your Groceries and Crockery OF
CHAS W. BARNES
buy your Groceries and Crockery Of
CHAS. W. BARNES.
Buy your Groceries and Crockery OF
CHAS. W. BARNES.
Buy your Grocerie and CrOckery Of
CHAS. W. BARNES.
Buy your Groceries and Provisions Of
CHAs. W. BARNES.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27

nR. CHARLES TOZER'S CARD to the afflicted Of
~ CalIorhia. III approaching any new course Of
systematic inquiry, there are certain points
Ing which the inquirer should always be careful to
satisfy himself lie should comprehend distinctly
what the subject Of inquiry is-Ileath and Diseases
II We can form and fix In minds q clear concer
ton Of the state Of Health we shall have no d Icuy
In understanding what was meant by Disease. But
beyond, though not above, these objects Of nvesga.
ton OF the human body we have another and still
nober end. 1t is to lay before you In such plain terms
that you cannot be mistaken and will know where to
apply for relief
use the word disease generally, and before speak
OF the signs Of particular Diseases will be proper
take a general view Of symptoms, When a person Ia
troubled or afflicted with disease, which causes a
weakness Of the back and limbs pain in the head,
dimness OF sight, loss Of muscular power, paptatlOn
OF the heart, irritabllty, nervousness dyspepsia de-
ranRement OF the digestive functions, general debility
symptoms Of consumption, and many others which
are better explained than put paper, and require
Medical or Surgical attendance It would be well for
them to inquire II there Il physician who Is compe-
tent to attend them, and who understands the app.
cation Of medicine, and whose Scientific Attachments
in his profession, and whose age and experience en
tie him to your confidence. Considering these things,
DR.. Chas. II. TOzer has concluded to inform you that
are afflicted, advertising his place Of business stating
that he has been successful practitioner for over %
years, and has
ATTENDED, AND CURED HUNDREDS,
when they have been considered by other physicians
and have been pronounced by them past recovery
Therefore you may rely upon him as one In whom
secresy and the utmost confidence may be placed.
DR.. G. II. T. would invite all that are afflicted to
call on him, and II he does not administer for them,
there will be no charge made Let false delIcacy
prevent you, but apply Immediately, and save yourself
from the dreadful consequences which must follow
those who neglect to receive attendance.
DR.. c. ii. Tozer's office s on 9th street, near the
Belvidere Hotel, between and streets. His rooms
are 20 arranged that the Doctor can be consulted
without the fear OF molestatiOn.
k7wOffce hours, from In the morning until In
the evening. G. II. TOZER, Nj. D.,
9Th street, between and X, Sacramento.
no 42-1yr
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27

Betting h immoral, but how can the
man Who bets b worse than he who Is
ne bsGterG
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27
Declaration Of Intention.

NOW all men BY these presents, that !, SARAH
IN A. BALLARD, 81 Georgetown Township, III
Dorado County and State Of California, Avalng my
SELF Of the benefit Of the Act passed April 19h, A. b.
lisa, entitled An Act to authorize married women
to transact business In their sole ira
ders," do hereby declare my intenteDtOn TO cary
and transact the following described business In
my own name and on my own account As sole trader,
To Wit That Of RAnchinR, TeamlnE Raising and Buy
ing and Srlling Stock, Running . RaW Mill and Buy.
ing and Selling Lumber, Raising Poultry and CAny.
ing on the Dairy business: and that will be indVld
ally responsible for al debts contracted BY In the
said business And do declare, furthermore, that
the capital invested In said business does not exceed
the sum Of Five thousand Dollars.
In witness whereof, have hereunto set my hand
and seal, this nth day ~ February A. n. 1885.
SARAH A. BALLARD, f. 81
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
County Of II Dorado.
On this Nth day Of February A. D. 1889, personal.
~ appeared before Justice Of the Peace In and
for the said county, Sarah A. Ballard, known TO mo
"a be the person described In and who executed the
foregoing instrument, who, having the same read -
her and being made acquainted with the contents
thereof. acknowledged to me an examination SIP
arate and apart from her husband that abe executed
the same freely and voluntarily, for the uses and
purposes therein mentioned, and without fear or
compuSion or undue influence Of her said husband.
and that she does not wish to retact the execution Of
the same.
In witness whereof have hereunto Get my hand
and seal, this 6lh day Of February, A. d. 1888.
lAs'SWl JAS. BURR, J. p. IL. ~
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27

34oceEVA4e
COFFEE MILLS!
THE undersigned has been appointed sole
Il Agent for Bailey's Coffee Mills.
FRESH GROUND COFFEE constantly on
hand and for sale, wholesale and retail
~ Merchants supplied by the package, at
SACRAMENTO PRICES.
CHAS. W. BARNES.
Placerville, May 23d, 1857.
dope, ALL SIZES, For saIe by
HI -CIIAS. W. BARNES.
Al IF
T. SPANISH OLIVES;
For sale by
CIIAS. w. BARNES.
CALIFORNIA BACON, HAMS and Shout.
AR CHAS. w. BARNES.
CMOKED AND PICKED SALMON.
[41H CHAS. W. BARNES.
OREGON CRANBERRIES,
[41n1 CHAS. W. BARNES.
EXTRA FINE BLACK AND GREEN TEAS
~ For sale by' c,,,e D,Dvrc
GLASS CAMPHENE LAMPS,
41HI CHAS. W. BARNES.
" CURRANTS;
LAYER RAISINS;
For sale by CHAS. W. BARNES.
TAPIOcA' sAco,
PEARL BARLEY;
For sale by
CHAS. w. BARNES.
OALIFORNIA PICKLES,
~ For sale BY
QUICKSILVER,
t41H] CHAs. W. BARNES.
y APRICOT,
SUN CURED,
OUR JEWEL,
MARY'S OWN, and
JESSE HARE TOBACCO,
4ltf] CHAS. W. BARNES.
WTHEAT AND BARLEY,
w For sale by,
Aft CHAS. W. BARNES.
~ REEN CORN; GREEN PEAS;
VI Fresh Apples;
Fresh Plums;
Fresh Cherries;
Currant jelly;
Assorted Jams, &C., &C.,
For sale by,
CHAS. W. BARNES.
- POLAR,
LARD
and OLIVE OIL,
For sale by
CHAS. w. BARNES.
NEW CHEESE,
| IN For sale by
| "A 1tf CHAS. W. BARNES.
IOsWEGO CORN STARCH, for table use
~ For sale bv,
CIIAS. w. BARNES.
ArATTC ACCnDTCn CTvCC
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27
DIR. M. BAKER
ODIce on Main It,, a Jttc Doors 0boSs WsUs. Faro.
d Co.'S ESpress C1scS,

01ice on Main It,, a Jttc Doors 06o~s Wsn.. Faro..
d Co.'S Egpress 01see,
PLA ACE VILE,
WILL GUARANTEE A PERFECT AND PERMA.
w nent cure In the following cases: sYPNIIIs
GoNARR1:A, STETcTrRE, Affection Of the .ProstrStr.
Gland Weakness In tne Genital Organs, RemInSI
Weakness, Pain In the LOins, Affections Of the KId
neys, and all OF those peculiar affections arising rom
secret habit. Which, II not cured produce consl1n
t"nal debility, and finally destroy both mind and
body, and which are annually sweeping Thousands 70.
untnlely graves. "
Dir. BAKER has. for number Of years. a..
voted his study principally to the treatment Of secret
diseases and therefore Possesses thorough expert
ence In this particular branch, and Ii better aun6.
to treat and has cured cases Of private dseaSe
than any other Physician In the Mountains.
All persons suffering under pTotTacted cases, ar.
Rravated or unsuccessully treated by inexperienced
nr pretending practitioners, those abornE under the
destructive effects Of mercury Quack nostruma and
all who suspect that disease Is lurking In their system
may consult DR.. BAKER with confidence and The as
'uranCe Of speedy and permanent cure.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27

Aiagivinga-Ay Ouns hdys affections
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1858-02-27

GEO. II. LOVEGROVE
Wholesale and Retail Dealer In
BOOKS A ND STATIONERY,
Blank Books 4 Cheap Publications,
81, J Street, Sacramento.
ALWAYS ON HAND,
CTAPLE AND COUNTING HOUSE STATIONERY,
- Of all kinds;
Letter, Legal, Cap, Note and Writing Paper;
Best English Drawing Paper;
Artists and Engineers Tracing Paper;
Whtnev's and Diapers Patent Albright Ink
ArnOId's and Maynard NOyes' Writing Fluids
and Inks;
CarmIne Ink; Indellible Ink;
Faber's and LubIn's Pencils States;
Copying Presses and Books
Rogers and WOstenhom's Cutlery;
Chess Boards and Chessmen,
And great variety Of Staple and Fancy Goods, too
numerous TO mention.
SCHOOL BOOKS-very Cheap.
LAW BOOKS! LAW BOOKS!
AT NEW YORK PRlCEsl
A Complete Law Library
Union Book Store, 81 a., Sacramento.
The California State RegIster,
Only ONE DOLLAR, bound-FiRy Cents in paper.
GEO. H. L0vEGROVE.
Diaries for 1858,
AZ different Sizes, Styles and Varieties.
Cheap PubllcatlOnSI
The largest stock In this mArket-comprlsing the La
test and Best Works Of the most celebrated authors
SUBSCRIPTIONS received for HArper's, Godey's
and Graham's Magazines, at % per Annum.
AlSe, . very large assortment Of MISCELLANE.
GUS B0OKS-POetical, Historical, Scientific, Relig.
ous, and, In short, every other kind.
Magnificent Velvet Bound Bibles and Prayer Books;
Velvet and Antique Bound Catholic Prayer Books;
| The British Poets, In morocco, antique binding
Also--a great variety Of beautiful ILLUSTRATED
BOOKS, well worthy the attention OF buyers, which
| will be sold cheap, to suit the times.
Books for Little FOlksI
OF every variety and style, size and description.
Magnificent Pearl InIaid and Mache Albums.
Nv Remember the Union Book Store, at
the old stand, 90 J street, KILLER 4 Andrews
building.
Orders promptly attended 70.
Sacramento, Dec. 26th, 1S67.-[Sml
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TELTET OLOAKS AND EALMA&
TNHnRoDEKxD AND PLAYN, mSes C.eysPN ss'
IN BLOCH 4 AACNMANU"
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Cured at EEOrneI

NuUeO ht HAOh1ey
DIR. BAKER IL daily treating patient, n q
distance. hundreds ~ whom he has never seen, and
in all with entire success Letters describing
age, symptoms, occupation, &C., promptly attended
'", and medicine. securely sealed from observation,
sent I" any part ~ the State.
Patients At 4 distance, are treated on the fol.
lowing terms Eight Dollars for the hrst prescrpt
and Five Dollars for each subsequent prescription.
46v3 N
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1858-04-16

Music, Music, Music.
I TST MUSIC, just received this morning
i i Shower of Pearls-La MlrseiIaise.
Why do Summer Roses Fadel Child of the Regiment.
Gambler Wife Hook and Ladder Quick Step
National Union.-OHlcer's Funeral
Long long Weary Day. have Mother Now.
Selma, or Star OF the evening-No Wight There.
Song Of the CaptiTe;-The Day Our Mother Died.
Tarantella.-The Rock Beside the Sea.
abe Troubadours Song.-OeT Ihe Lone Sea.
Tn. Last Meeting with the Old Folks.
And others mention No charge Il loo
ing. Call and [oc15l PAYNE CO.
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In connection with the above, keep every kind Of
steal instruments and musical merchandise generally
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1858-04-16
TRANSPORTATION.
Cleveland, P1ttsburg & Wheeling
pATT R0An

Cleveland, Pittsburg & Wheeling
RAIL ROAD.
80 - - "a
ON aud after Monday, March ISIS Sundays eNeepe)
" Trains viii follows:
LEAVE CLEvELAND:
11O P NJ Mail Train, stopping at all stations arrive at
Pittsburgh at $50 P. N and bridgeport at 81"
1880 p NJ ExErcss Train stopping at all regular stations;
(Eg-t Rochester and New Salisbury nag sta-
lions for this train and arrive at Pittsburgh at
1850 a. NJ.
LEAVE BRIDGEPORT:
$40 A. n Express Train stopping all regular tatiouG:
arrive a it;sburgh at 11:25 a. Il. and al Cleye-
land at Z:jJ p NJ.
p. Mail Train, stopping all regular stations,
arrive At Pittsburgh at Ss5 p. NJ.
LEAVE PITTsHURGH:
GOO a. NJ Mail Train, stopping all stations and arrives
at Cleveland At 2;Ss p NJ and at Bridgeport at
1I:O5 A NJ .-.,,
400 p NJ Express Train sopI regular stations ar
But one train from Rridsepotto Cleveland daiy!eaves
Bridgeport Gle A. ST.
Excursion Tickets from Bridgeport to Pittsburgh and
turning, sa.T5. G"o'i tao ddHS only.
Connections.
Connections made by all through trains as follows
Cleveland with trains for Toledo Detroit Chicago and
the North est also for Eric, Duukiri, Buffalo, Niagara
Al Stcubenve and BellaIr, with steubeuvle Indi-
and Contra. Ohio Railroads, for Cai coshocton New
ark BaruesFe Z1nesTe Wilmington, Lancaster, Column
bus, Cincinnati, indianapolis and St Lonis.
At Wheeling, with Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, for Cum
berland, HarpCr's Ferry, Baltimore and Washington City
tickets be purchased atthe various
offices the line; also the Union Ticket Office, opposite
supeTiatendant's 0aice, ( PRR, JAMES FARMER,
Cleveland, March 1, 1875 mh6 Sup't-
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1858-04-16

SHEET MUSIC.
TheIargest stock OF sheet music, musical works, Be- &C.
In the Western country.
Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1858-04-16

Pianos, NeOdeons, and every kind of musical nstru
ments tuned and repaired.
~ All go Ids warranted this establishment nov6
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ZEN LdS Z IIF LAINlkA tGAIlltIOAD.
rVNIE GREAT CENTRAL ROUTE, connecting the Allan
tic cities with Western, Nortli-Wcstern, and South
Western States RnilwHy direct This road
Pittsburgh with daily line OF Steamers to
ports the Western Rivers aud at Cleveland and sam
dusky all uortS the North Western
Lakes; making the most direct, cheapest and reliable
route 10y which FREIGHT be forwarded to and from
tile GreNi IIeNt.
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FARE AS Low AS BY ANY OTHER ROUTE

For THROUGH Tickets and other information, enquire
Central Ohio Ticket Office in theSprigg House, Water
street, Wheeling, Va.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-03-02

rnost Of the company danced all III oro"o dS
light. aud went home in the morning. ,.,a ,,,a
Rra Mems BaH-Yet another bal! s:snhiisea tne
anniversary brthnight Of Washington. 1t took place
At the .aIontice.o House." near the Theatre, under
the auspices of the Improved Order Ut he'd hien
Though some Of the Order vera dressed a'tef Tue
fashion OF the unnproved aboriglnes there WAS ho
war dance. nor other Indian caperng. lhs pro
rramme contained the usual succession OF cot!ohs'
Ssltzes, polkas, etc, which kept the company TO-
gether until mar dasn. Several OF the gentlemen
who attended this ball appeared in fancy dresses.
CONCLUDING REMARKS.
W.haye now reached the close Of our duty IA q
chronclur of the diversified events which have rem
iered Monday sst one OF ihs most memorable days
in the history OF the Commonwealth. Wehave faith
fully endeavored 10 advert 10 them all in appropriate
terms and while il is possible that We have omitted
reference to some feature of the celebration which
merted attention we can sincerely say tnat the over
sight lie not attributable TO design
We have taken especial pains 10 remove the lmpres
sion, prevailing in some quarters mat tne
projected by the authorities OF Richmond Tor the
benefit OF the city. 1t was State cerernon.ai alu
Richmond happened to be the favored iocaiity' rom
its position as the capital of the Commonwealth. Our
citizens did every thing that lay in their power 10 con-
tribute TO the general comfort Of visitors. three OF
the volunteer companies OF this city, at neaVy ca
pense to the members, kept "open houses Tor tue en-
ertainment Of their companions in arms from aorohn
To have expected them 10 furnish board and lodgings
to all the military visitors, would have been
most unreasonable, unless the latter had been
specially invited. But the State authorities Dire"
the visitors here, to do honor to the name OF
WASHINGTON, the Major General assigned them
quarters, and The Legislature made an aPpro
priaon to deray the expenses. We insist that Rich
mond is not to be held responsible for the shorcom
ngs of others. The proceedings at the City Hail. te
which We have referred, demonstrated the hospitality
Of our citizens, and we hope will have tendency 70
remove portion OF that pitiful and contemplate
jealously towards Richmond which exists in some
sections Of the State.
Finally We with all visitors safe return to their
homes, whenever il may be- their pleasure to return
and We earnestly hope that all who endangered thei
health, in nsnifestng their respect for the Grea
Cheftan who in hunger and cold exposed his life II
vindication OF the liberty they enjoy, will be sparet
for many long years OF happiness to veneraie 'ht
| name OF WAsHISGTos
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1858-03-02
CAPTURE OF CANTON.


telegraphich dispatch received at the Foreign
Office, London, gives the following brief but impor-
taut particulars of the capture of Canton -
ALEXANDRIA, Feb. 6, 1858.
The dates from Canton are TO the 18th and from
Hong Kong to the Both OF December Our forces
landed at Canton on the 18th. 1t consisted Of OOO
Briti.h and 900 French. On the Goth the walls were
escslsded and the heights within the town In our pos
session by 9 A. n.
The advance within the city was but feebly con-
tested.
The damage to the town was very small.
Capt. Bate, of Her Maiesty's ship Action was
killed.
This dispatch was received in Malta by the Euxine
from Alexandria, February 9, at 9:55 p. N.
The following dispatch is from the Times:
"The bombardment Of Canton commenced at day.
light on the 18th Of December, and was continued
during the whole day and night. The assault in three
divisions, two English and one French, was given q,
six o'clock in the morning. Coughs fort was taken
at o'clock and blown up. The Chinese continued
their fire from the houses, but the troops were re.
strained from entering the city"
The prices Of tea had undergone considerable de-
cline at Hong Kong, which had induced large settle
ments. Silks had declined ten taels.