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Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
Micaragua ImbrogliO,

The Central American imbrogiio, says the
Baltimore Sun, now attracts the attention oil
the world, though, as an old story, our people
have almost ceased to lake an interest IN It,
The Yrrizarri treaty, which was intended to
protect American interests in that quarter, Is
not yet ratified. by Nicaragua, and 1t is evident
notwithsta nding the assurance OF Mr.. Jerez TO
the contrary, that it will not be until after sat
isfactory arrangements shall have been made by
Martinez with England and France. The
treaty between England and Nicaragua gives
to the former power the right of protecting the
ishmus transit by force. A similar concession
was proposed to be made to the United States,
but while that has been withheld, Nicaragua
has sought and obtained the protection Of the
governments of Great Britain and France
American enterprise in that quarter must stand
still, and American diplomacy be bafiled, until
England and France shall have obtained com
plete control of the transit and the sthmus it.
SELF How the President and Congress will
view this state of things will soon be seen.-
This movement on the part of Great Britain
was not anticipated here. But at the time Of
the consummation Of the Belly contract, our
executive government took the ground that, in
opposition to and independently of any foreign
interference, the United States would assert
and maintain a right to a free transit over the
isthmus for both public and private purposes
Whether that right can be asserted without u
collision is now very doubtful.
For eight years we have diplomatized with
England on the subject, and the question is now
more complicated than ever.
That this subject will engage the early atten-
tion of Congress, even to the exclusion of the
perpetual Kansas topic, there is no doubt. 1t is
known that several eminent Senators are pre-
pared to enter into it. Meanwhile the Execu-
tive has the handling of the subject, and will
present it In proper shape in the message at
the opening Of the session.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
Slavery az an Element of Politics.

The reply of the Hon. Kenneth Rayner, Of North
Carslna, to committee of the citizens of Wilmington
DEL asking him to make an address In that CITY, con-
tains some very pertinent remarks.
In il. saws the U. s. Gazette, it was stated
that The repeal of the Missouri compromise was
not demanded by the people of the south, nor
did they approve the Kansas outrages, and the
attempt to force upon the inhabitants OF that
territory a constitution which was adverse TO
nine.tenths of them. There is much truth IN
shis. The repeal of the Missouri compromise
was forced upon the country by political
schemers, against the wishes and moral sense OF
the great body of people, both north and south.
But after it had become party, and, more than
all. a sectional issue, the south, almost In a
bodv. countenanced, aye, and defended that un-
fortunate measure. IIesides, they were stimu-
lated and misled by the hope of gaining Kan
..s The cry was raised that Kansas was ne
nessary 10 preserve slavery in Missouri, and II
Z, was not establishsd in Kansas, 1t would be
driven out Of that State. To secure Kansas oy
smisration from the south was legitimate pro
sect. and warmly engaged the sympathIes o
an. seuthern people. Nobody can lind fault
with them for competing for the possession o
chat territory. The wrongs and outrages ina
b were perpetrated by the emigrants were neve
f.IIv understood at the south. The clamor tina
"a E
Massachusetts, aud the systematic misrepresen
tations that were made as to the character ant
Il ats of the northern settlers, were calculated L
mislead the south as 10 the real facts
The south was misIed by party orators. wrl
.a.sand ,acticians. We agree with Mr.. Ray
aer, lha, the agitation of the question ofslayer
Lssbeen part. aud most efficient part, OF tn
machinery Of party. The people OF both SCI
s;ons of the Union hnve been excited, embl'te
"A and alienated by an agitation sprung upc
Al she,n by designing politicians. Unfortuaate
for the repose. the harmony and prosperity
our common country; slavery has ,s been Sc ssz' n
rheye il no good reason why The nor
.na The south should not live together on tern
as aeaee. confidence and fraternity. Their
ssrs..s are not diverse; on the contrary, tn
m,,tually support each other. and contribute
.a. usa, 10 The resources, strength and grea
nsss Of the country The misfortune is 'h'
7. while the great bod.l of the people are engag
ia the pursuits of piiyate life, neither deslr'i
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
The November Elections.

New YORK.-The Republicans have carried
the State. electing their candidate, Morgan.
Governor, by $4,000 majority. The Congress.
men stands: Republicans 20, Democrats 4,
Anti-Lecompton Democrats 3. Legislature
Democrats 25, Opposition "a.
MIcHIoAN.--The Republicans seem to have
lost at least one member of Congress in Michi-
gan. the first district havAg elested George B
Cooper. Democrat, by about 100 majority over
Howard, Republican, present member, while
the fourth district is in doubt. The whole Re.
publican State ticket is elected by from 1000
to 10000 majority, and the Republicans have a
majority of 10 iR the Senate, and 43 in the
House, thus insurng The reisrn of Republican
U. s. Senator, in place of Stewart. Anti-Le-
compton Democrat.
MAssAcHUsETTs.-The Republicans carried
this State by heavy majority, electing the
Governor, all the eight CongEessmen and q
large majority in both branches of the LegisIa.
ture.
ILLINoIs-Douglash has carried both bra inches
of the Legislature by mAjoFtiss of from thre,
to FIVE, and thus secures HE return to the u. S
Senate. The Congressional delegation stand
5 Douglas Democrats and Republicans.
Nkw JsRsN.-Fhrse Republicans and tw
r Anti-LecomPton Democrats are elected to Coz
Q gress hom this State. Yhs Legislature is Re
n pablicsn, hence the Administration will lose
}. U. s. Senator.
OF In the third Congressional district
- Wisconsin, Charles Larrabee, dem., is though
;. to be elected.
OF Our latest Chicago Republican exchsr
y ges make the Illinois Legislature stand thu.
Senate, IL republicans, IA democrats; Hous
ofl 35 republicans, 40 democrats.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
Whiteley's maj. in the State,

The Democrats have elected 4 Senators and
Ii Representatives Peoples party Senators
and Representatives. Democrats majority
on joint ballot g Senators holding over IL.
Number of votes cast in New Castle county.
6,S73; Kent, 1850; Sussex, 4,563,-in the
State, 1922.
6T- The maiorities for Governor and Con-
gresham, in the summing up, are as officially
| reported, but do not accord with the figures
above.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
C. z. EVAE "a S ,

Leaves Seaford every Monday, Wednesday and
Friday, at l o'clock, p. M, for Philadelphia.
Returning, leaves Philadelphia every Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday, at o'clock, p m, for
Wilmington; leaves Wilmington for Seaford at
ST o'clock, m. Attends to purchasing and
forwarding all kinds of Goods, at the following
low rates On sums less than -, ten per cent;
over So and under $50, five per cent; over $50
and under $780, four per cent; over 500 and
under $50, three per cent over $3.50 and un-
der $500, two per ceHt; over $500 and under
$500, one and half per cent; over $500 and
under $500, one aud a quarter per cent; over
5000 and under VI 900, one per cent. Larger
amounts at rates to be agreed on by the parties
concerned. Nov IL, '5S.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

THE NEXT CONGREss.--As regards the result
for Congressman, 10 several OF the States named,
there is still much doubt. According to the
Washington StateS, however, there have been,
so far, lO4 republicans and AZ democrats elect
ed to the next House of Representatives. The
States yet to elect are Alabama, Connecticut,
Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Min
nesota, Mississippi, New Hampshire, North
Carolina, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas and
Virginia. which elect eighty-six members. In
the present House they stand as follows:
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

A VOTE UNDER DIFFICULTIEs.-The follow
ing incident shows the importance attached by
a " freeman" to the right of suffrage:
A gentleman of foreign brth--a native of
the Magyar Land-being unable to get his ma
turalization papers without trip to Phlladel-
phia, set out for that city the day before the
late election, expecting to return in the cars
next day,-but, on arriving at the Station,
Broad and Prime, found he was too late for the
train by eight minutes. Here was a predica-
ment! He had in his pocket the furrner's 4"
transport to glory-hs papers, but hundred
miles from home, the cars gone, and unless he
could be home by five o'clock, his trouble weuld
avail him nothing. But our hero was not TO be
cheated out of his vote BY such trifling matters.
TO vote he was determined, and after a no
menls reflection, fastened to the nearest livery
stable, where quick bargain was struck-for
four dollars to be "put in" Wilmington by II
o'clock, which was made iRsds of time. Then
for six dollars horse and buggy was obtained,
pledged TO "carry him through" before s.
and, leaving that city shortly before O'Clock,
he came to Smyrna (35 mles) and deposited
his vote few minutes before the polls closed
The next day he returned to Wilmington will
the horse and vehicle, and came back on the
cars the happest citizen of America.
A man of such indomitabe perseverance,
should be allowed TO vote even without papers
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

men of Smyrna, twelve, we believe, in number,
have formed themselves into a Band for the
purpose Of learning The "art of music" They
obtained the Instruments last week, from Phila-
delphia, and under the instruction Of Prof
Blancjour, will no doubt make rapid advance
ment, and by the coming summer be able to dis
course to US in those delightful strains which
so charm the human kind. The undeTtaking
is laudable one, and the young band have The
hearty wish of our citizens for their sltimatt
success.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

SPLENDID HONEY.-We are indebted TO Mr..
Peter S. Deakyne of" Honey Dale Farm" AT.
poquinimink Hundred. for cap" of as fine
honey as we have seen for many.a-day. Mr.
Deakyne has paid considerable attention to the
culture of bees, having a bee-house and other
modern Improvements, rendering them much
more manageable and productive. The honey
he brings to market sells readily at % cts. pei
pound, and would no doubt bring the first pre-
MUM at any Agricultural Fair in the land.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
Correspondence Of the Smyrna Times.
School Examination.

Mr.. EDIrOR Permit me, through the col
umns of the Times, to express the pleasure
had, in attending an examination of the pupils
of Mr.. Pennewell's school, in District No. 3,
on Friday, the 9Th inst. Although Mr.. f. for
the want of time, had to very much abrlsge his
examination, yet it was very Satlsfa ctory, and
even surpassed the anticipation of all present
At the close of the Examination, the School
was addressed by Dr. VIVA. Cummias, Rev. Mr..
Gramner, Rev. Mr.. Thomas and DR.. Clawsos,
all Uf whom expressed much pleasure in the
manner the various classes had acquitted them
selves, and encouraged the entire school by the
encomiums which they passed upon the exami-
nation; and apprehended, from the strict at
tentiOn OF the school, the several addresses we're
greatly appreciated. After the said addresses.
the Rev. Mr.. Granmer arose ssd moved " that
an expression of thanks be given to Mr.. Pen
newell, fer his ability and indefatigable la bors
for the advancement of his pupils" Which
motion unanimously prevailed.
10 conclusion, Mr.. Editor, permit me, in the
name of the District, to express our grateful
thanks to those Doctors and Rev. gentlemen
for the interest they exhibited in our school,
they do not feel it to be beneath their dignity
to attend the examination of District School.
Who can estimate the iucalculahle good that
will grow out of special attention to the
young, the rising generation! "Cast your
bread upon the waters, and it shall be gathered
for many days to come.'' II.
SMYRNA, Nov. 9Th, SO.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

OF William A. Atkinson, Esq, sheriff elect
for this county, bonded on Tuesday, and on
Wednesday took the oath and entered upon the
duties Of the office. Sheriff Green. than whom
we have not had more popular officer for
years, retires from the post with host of friends
throughout the county, who wish him well il
whatever enterprise he may hereafter engage
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

ACCIDENTAL mulatto man, by the name Of
Durham, in the employ of Captain w. s. Ball,
whilst helping to break COLT few days ago.
had his left arm badly fractured at the elbow
joint, by the animal falling on him, whilst in
the act of rearing. DR.. Moore was called and
set the arm, but the injury will, it is feared
result in sliffening the joint.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
SIS Reward.

NANCY BARKER. a negro belonging TO me- hav-
ing runaway in company with free negro man call
ing himself JOHN NANNY BARR, will give tie
above reward for the arrest Of bsthOE SO for tie
man. and s. the girl. Jshn Is vary black. and aged
about ~ years his coIhss when he ls consisted Of
black frOck cSat, striped IauLs and black KOssuIh
hat Nancy is Is years old. sf daIk color, healthy,
stout and good looking With full face; she wore
red calico dress and u green sun bOnnet-alsO took
quite lot of other clothing some Of whch were not
made up DAVID 3. MORGAN,
nov3.5S Near Smyrna. Del.
vii. Republican Ond Journal copy st. and send bill
10 ad dverlser.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

PRoGNosTIcAToRs.--Sev large fiocks OF
wild geese have passed over town within the
past few days on their way to the south. Their
transit is said by old folks 10 be an indication ei
the early setting 10 Of cold weather.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

RAIN.--The amount of rain which fell in this
section during October was 2 3.l0ths inches
The quantity which fell Thursday, Friday and
Saturday of last week, exceeded that Of the
whole month of October. being 2 7-l0ths inches.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

SALE OF PRoFERTY. Y.-Edward Streets, of the
town of Smyrna. has sold his house and lot in
said town. TO Thos. J. f. Smith, Of Kent coun-
ty, Md, for $l7O0.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
Farm of about 200 Acres
The Best Family Paper Published is
LIFE ikkU s TRATED

4 WEEhLI PICIUhIhL,
Designed 10 encourage spirit Of hope. Aanlir ess.
Seii-Relsnce ard Activity sHong the People; 10 illus
life in all its phases and oHght TO be read by
every FaniIy.
Its illustrations are beautAIl-ita KditoYiaIs based
scnse-its Selections made with the great
est care.
The Press throughout the country unite in its praises
Published weekly at 80 year. or ten copies for $40,
by F0NLEk WELLS, sos Broadway, New York,
How TO Do Coon ANB GBT PAID Fer IT."
Take an Agency Of our fuhlicsrisns. Phs terms are
such. there be no possibility of loss EtePy Fam-
ly will he glad TO shfain Of them. For partlcu-
| lars address, FOWLER 4 WELLS.
No. 30S Broad way New York
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

REJOICINGs. The young men Of the Demo-
cratic party, in this town, celebrated their re-
cent victory in this State with a torchlight pro,
cession, transparencies, music, &C., on Tuesday
evening last. After paradng the streets for
time, the procession halted in front OF the
Odd Fellows Hall, where J. Frank Hazel, in
compliance with previous invitation of the
boys, delivered an address ssited TO the occa.
sion.
The Peoples party of New Castle county
on the following evening "wednesday cele-
brated their recent victory in that county will
an ox.roasting at Townsend. 1t is presumed
that the number who refreshed the " inner man
off of ThOmpson's fatted OK was very large, il
obedience to the invitation to " eat when you re
hungry aad drink when you're dry"
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

New NTERFEIT.-Counterfeit 2's on the
State Bank of Camden, New Jersey, are in cir
cuation. The bills have engravings of a fe.
male, with flag in her hand. and an Indian on
the right; two men and a steamboat in the
centre, and woman and children on the left
The bills are well executed.
Gas 1T appears that the Directors of the
Gas company of Easton have just discovered that
they have not been paying expenses. and have
resolved to raise the price of the article from
81. 80 to $40 per thousand feet.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

Should there be no change, and concedlng the
above to be correct, the American party would
hold the balance OF power.
THE WEATHER AND THE CROPs.--Ths is
an important heading, says the Cecil Whig,
with US sIarved.for-items " newspaper frater.
nifty "out in the country" Under it we expa-
liate frequently and complacentIy on the rains,
drouths, SHOWS, blows, as we'll as of the corn,
wheat, potatoes, pastures, etc. We have had
weather heresway TIE past week--wet weather
at that, which has been very opportune for the
growing wheat, many fields of which are green
and the ground covered. Some farmers, how
ever, have been unable to plough on account o.
the dryness of the ground they will now be
enabled to put in their crop but with poo
chsnce for a paying yield.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

o. Attention is called to the advertisement,
of C. R. Evans General Business Agency, valu.
able Mills and Farm, near Easton, Md, known
as Potts Mills, for sale by Joseph V. B Wright,
&c &c
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
NEW CASTLE COUNTY.

Majority in the county for Buckmaster, Al;
Whiteley, 90. The whole ticket of the Peo-
ple's party is elected by majorities ranging
from l6 to 100. Cannon's maj. (sheriff) los.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

ONE PRICE CLOTHING, of all the latest
styles, and made in the best manner expressly
for Retail Sales.
JONES & Co. of the CRESCENT ONE PRICE
CLOTHING STORE, 6Ol Market Street. PhIadel.
phla marks the lowest selling prce, in Pam Figures.
on each article. All Goods sold made To order are
warranted satisfactory, and our One Pnce System is
strictly adhered TO- We believe this 10 be The only
air way of dealing, thereby all are treated alike.
JONES d Co,
Nil i'll II.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
EOR SALE.


THOSE VALUABLE MILLS. known as Potts
Mills, situated about six miles from EastOn Md
These Mills in first order, both for Saw.
ing and Grinding; they embrace
lis Acres of Land.
of which Is Acres are not covered by the pond and
m high state of improvement, having Two DWELL
ing Houses, Stables, and out-houses convenient and
in excellent order. There is fine garden. with
grapes peaches. and other fruit AlsO Ice house,
Dairy, Sn Uke house, &c.
ALSO, for sale, splendid
Farm of about 900 Acres
Of Land, adjoning, in high stnte of improvement
The Mills and Farm will be sold low and on most ac-
cOmmodang terms. Church and SchoohOuse are
Immediately adjacent 10 the farm. which lies upon tho
public road from Centreville TO Easion.
There is Landing for vessels in sight of the farm,
about mile distant accessible to vessels of feet
draft. And. altogether il is one Of the most desirable
locations in Talbot county.
The land has been heavily manured, and is in
high state Of cultivation.
For further information, price and terms, arply TO
the subscriber, or TO J. e. w. POwRhI Esq, Easton,
Nd. JOSEPH V. B. WRIGHT,
nOvIl-3t Potts Mills.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
Smyrna Prices Current.

Corrected Weekly.
Wheat 1925 for white, and $l.20 for red.
Corn 75c. per bushel.
Flour 5000 per bbl.
Meal Csc. per bush.
Rye quiet at zoe.
Outs steady at 38c.
Beans $I.25.
Hay is selling at $40 to $l2 per ton, for both
timothy and clover.
StaUes-cooper stuff $500 per thousand.
WOOd-Hickory $3.50; best Oak $3.50 !;
common Oak 50 25; Maple 1925, and mixed
and rough Oak ~ 100 per cord.
FAMILY PRODUCE.
Butter, per ID, % Honey, per ID, Is
Eggs, per dOz, IA Dried Apples, 81 rs
Lard, per ID, IA do Peaches. 2 0O
Hams, " u y Potatoes. perb 90 81 Sc
Sides. IL Oysters, per bu, 6.
Tallow, 10 Onions, 81
Feathers, " 30
PHILADELPHIA MARKET.
Wheat-White 81 30 Red %; Corn SOC
| Oats AZ.
NEW YORK MARKET.
Wheat-White 81 40; Red 35; Corn 90c
Oats 45.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

| W Mr.. James Harding, of this Hundred,
has grown this season an "Irish potato weigh
ing d pounds.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

The LoNDtN Times AND Mr.. REED.-rhe London
Times is particularly savage at Mr.. VIM b. Reed for
his Treaty with China and makes numerous charges
against the Americas 'lnister, that based upon
copy Of the treaty. which the "Thunderer" seems TO
have got hold of by some means. The treaty is in the
State Department at Washington, aud Mr.. Reed has
also sent private note TO friend in this city This
note follows Please procure for me several
new suits of wnter garments at the Brown Stone
Colhng Hall Of Rockhill & Wilson, Nos 6O3 and COS
Chestnut street, above Sixth, Philadelphia"
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
FOR SALE,

A smart active NEGRO BOY, aged about
l3 years, to serve until 81 years old. Inquire
at this office. nOvll-tf
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
New Goods! New Goods!
LEWIS & BROTHER.

Cor. Main eHd Commsace ~s., Smyrna, Del,
| IIave jusI received fFO& Nsw York and Philadelphia
splendid stock OF fsIl and Winter Goods. Nhich they
invite the citizens Of smyrna and vicinity TO examine
| before purchasing -
Hishcs, M4rk-i rrices psd for all Ainds Of COUE-
TRY PRODUCE. Oc7S
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

Burton's maj. in the State. 2O4
Msjority for Whteley in New Castle CO., 93
Kent 238
" SUSSEX, S5
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11

6~T Pork is beginning to come to toWn, and
g selling at $40 per hundred pounds.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
SUSSEX COUNTY.

Burton's maj. rs; Whiteley's 85.
The Democrats have elected their Legisla-
tive Ticket, by majorities from 13 to 9O,-also
the Levy Court and Coroner. Ths Peoples
party slested their candidate fer sheriff, Lonand,
by "A maj.
Smyrna times., 1858-11-11
REHABILITATION.

Majority for Buckmsster in New Castle CO., Al
Burton in Kent county, 1G7
Sussex county, 7S
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-02-27

A very bold and heavy robbery of the
jewclry store Of the Mcssrs M,Kain, in this
city, was committed on Wednesday evening.
The robber or robbers entered the store be-
tween half past SIX and eight o'clock in the
evening, by breaking in the panel OF the
back door, and took from the show case on
the counter from % to so gold watches,
worth at least 81 500 The time and man
ner of the robbery Indicated a pretty
thorough acquaintance with the premises.
As well a singularly accurate knowledge
of the right time to strike. The store is
u.uaIly kept open until s o'clock in tie
evening. after which the most valuable
Articles are placed in strong safe for tie
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-02-27
CHICAGO MARKET.

Feb. 25th, 1858.
F70ur-Sales Richmond Grove extra,
AT 1866; 20 bbls "Stone Mills" extra at
1915.
Wheat-Active ard advanced. Sales, 3
car leads at SOC; cars at 55ic; carloads
at 55ic; $500 bushels at Soc.
Corn-Dull at soc in bulk on track.
Oats-One carload Oats sold at 22!c, and
], 900 bushels at 23c.
Barley-Dull at 3la44c.
Dressed UoJs-Dull, and prices are lower.
Porisions - Feeling rather tirmer, and
considerable inquiry. Sales Mess Pork at
Sl5; Bulk Shoulders at 5sc; Bulk Hams
at &c; Smoked Hams at &c; Leaf Lard at
o.; Lard at 9Ic.
Iatiole-1O0 bbls city sold at 10ac.
.Seeds-Timo,hy Sl.75; Clover S4.25.
H.des-Firmer Green 4a5c; Green Sailed
and Trimmed Sa5!c; Dry Flint sa10c.
Butter-Stil dull at l0al2c for Firkin,
and l2a14c for choice Roll.
Egqs-Fresh, 9al0c.
Totato,s-Ilardly any demand at 25a3jc
.S"gars-N. o. Raw, 5!aGlc; \. o. Clarl-
fled 7aay4c.
.W9iasses-Plantatlon, 32a3Gc; New York
Syrups. 45s50c.
Cegte-Rio, l1ia12Ic; o. G. Java, II
al9c.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1858-02-27
Nrxv Pscrure Gallery.

GEo. PArRcHrp, Secretary.