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Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
THE GRAIN INSPECTION LAW.
PRINCE FREDERICK, Calvert, Co., |
June q 1873 "A. {

49,
Pursuant to notice, meeting, comprising a
large portion of our most respectable influential
farmers and planters, was held here yesterday
to consider the merits of the law passed hy our
last Legislature in regard to the inspection of
grain. After being duly organized by calling
the Hon. John Parran to the chair, the law was
read, and lucidly explained by our own Dele
gate, DR.. R. Magruder, Esq, who was followed
BY j. j. Dalrymple, Esq, Hon. }. Bond and
others, in earnest advocacy of the law, beiev-
ing it to be calculated to protect the farming
community in some degree, though not to the
extent required from the fraud and imp@itions
heretofore practiced upon them by moneyed har-
pies. who fatten on the hard earnings of the ag
riculturalist. Upon motion the following reso-
lutions were unanimously adopted and ordered
to be printed in the Baltimore american and
Baltimore San.
Resolred, That this meeting having taken in
to serious consideration act passed at the last
Legislature in relation to the inspection and
weighing of grain, do most earnestly advise our
fellow citizens to unite heartily and unanimous
" in support of the provisions of the law, and
we hereby pledge ourselves to sustain the same
without regard to any efforts that may be made
by purchasers or others to lead us away from
our true interests.
Resozued, That the time has come for farmers
and planters to look to their own interest, and
stand by all measures calculated, like the law
in question, to protect and advance them.
JOHN PARRAN, Prest.
JOHN R.. QU1NAN, Sec'y. ~
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
THE LITERARY DEBATING CLUB OF
PORT TOBACCO.
SATURDAY, June y, -

SATURDAY, June IL, 1858.
The Club met pursuant to adjournment.
The President being absent, on motion of R..
S. Reeder, Daniel w. Hawkins, was appointed
President pro tenn.
On motion of R. g. hewitt, it was ordered,
that when the Club adjourn, it adjourn to Satur-
day June 10Th.
ed, that the celebration of the 4th be on the 5th
of July.
The President then appointed the following
Committees for the 5th Of July:
Committee Of arrangements S. Reeder,
w. A. CARPENTER and j. D. Middleton.
Committee of Receptton.-Robert G.. hewitt,
Hugh Robertson and George C. Merrick
On motion of r. S. Reeder, it was ordered,
that the Committee of Arrangements be instruct
ed to solicit contributions from the members to
furnish refreshments for the ladies on the fifth,
and report the amount raised to the next meet
ing.
The question selected for debate to-day was
postponed, in consequence of the inclemency of
the weather, to Saturday June 10Th.
Regular Debators. George Brent, John B.
Wills, in the affirmative; Barnes Compton, Geo.
C. Merrick, in the negative.
Alte,7,otes Robert G. hewitt, Samuel Haw-
kins, in the affirmative; Hugh Robertson, George
Digges, in the negative
The public and the ladies particularly are in
vited to attend,
On motion, the Club adjourned.
By order,
J. D. MIDDLETON, Sec'y.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

We have been led into these remarks by OBJ
serving the unabating exultation over the late
fst-fght, already alluded to, between Messrs.
Keitt and Grow. Keitt assaulted Grow in sud-
den heat: he did wrong, has acknowledged it,
and apolegised. Grow struck back at his as
sailant; during the struggle -Keitt from some
uncertain cause fell For this simple affair, this
exhibition of the most universal of the instincts,
Grow is held as a hero. He has actually been
presented with eGold Medal" It contains
the engravings of an arm and clenched fist, "a
round which is the following sentence 'ssThe
first blow struck for Freedom in Congress, Feb.
9Th, 1853" He s'exulted over in the New
York Ebening Post, as ga man of muscle" He
roes rank low in the North. They seem to
have Shakespeare's Ajax as their idea, strong
as an elephant, dull as an ox.-Grow is great
and growing i-Nryiaeia Sentinel.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

DESTRUCTIVE INUNDATIoN. Baltimore city
and vicinity were visited on Friday and Satur-
ers, indeed, during considerable portion of Sa-
turday, the rain poured down in unbroken tor
rents, and the floods came and towards evening
that part of the city lying adjacent to Jones
Falls was inundated to depth varied by the
inequalities of the surface up to about six feet.
Much damage and inconvenience have been sus-
tanned by many of our citizens, but not to SO
great an extent as the threatening aspect of the
scene naturally suggested. The reports from
the rural districts, with the signs Of devastation
which have reached the city, inform us that the
farmers within range of the freshet have suffer-
ed, but to what extent we shall learn more par
ticularly hereafter-Sun
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS IN CONSPICUOUS
Waterbury, June 14.-At the annual city cleo
ton held here to-day, Henry T. Fish, on the
Citizen and Democratic ticket, was reelected
Mayor. The Americans and Republicans cleo
ted two Aldermen, seventeen Of the twenty
Councilmen, and the other city officers.
NeaO London, June 14.-At the city election
held here to-day the Republicans were success
full. Stark, Republican, for City Clerk has a
majority of 1853.
Norwich, June 14-Amos Fl. Prentice, Re-
publican, was to-day elected Mayor over the
combined opposition.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

NEW ORLEANS ELECTIoN.-The New Orleans
papers of the 9th inst. confirm the telegraphic
announcement of the result of the city election.
Mr.. Stith, the American candidate for8Mayor,
has 200 majority, and all the candidates on the
same ticket were chosen with one exception
Mr.. Lumsden, of the Picayune, was defeated
for Alderman. The election is said to have been
the most quiet one ever held in the city. The
total vote, however, (which is not given) was
very light, estimated at not over 5000, whereas
there are about IL, 900 in the city. The Bulletin
alleges that many persons refrained from going
to the polls under the apprehension that there
would be severe fighting. =
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

ANOTHER SENATORIAL FLARE-UP.-An
disgraceful affair occurred during the Thursday
evening session in the Senate. While Mr.. Will
son was speaking an the question of appropria-
ton for California, he, apparently retorting to
severe expression about demagogues used by
Mr.. Gwin earlier in the evening, said che would
rather be demagogue than thief or words
to that effect, when Mr.. Gwin instantly demand
ed if that expression was applied to him p
Mr.. Wilson replied he might consider it so if he
pleased. Upon which Mr.. Gwin denounced
Wilson as columniator and coward. It is I'M
derstood that Mr. Gwin challenged Mr. Wilson
and that he replied, as he did to Mr..
Brooks, that he would not accept challenge,
but would defend himself if attacked
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
Diseases of the stomach.

The stomach is the most liable to get out of
order. Hence how important that no diseased
matter clog ITS operation, which would cause nau-
sea and distress by our food. 1t also weakens the
brain, destroys the memory, creates pains ana
dimness, and various Affections in the head. 1t
produces great difficulty in breathing and swal-
lowing. Sometimes faintng and fits will ensue;
--A.y-r-stfessness- ,s-~-%-}es---u
strength. II not Immediately attended to. the
blood will carry the disease through the whole
system, and death will end the work. From to
5 of Morses Indian Root Pills day will keep
the digestive organs in healthy condition, and
uncog or carry away all impure matter, and
thoroughly restore and cleanse the stomach; at
the same time the Pills will purify the blood,
as to drive all Of disease from the system.
Worms.
In quantity of corrupted matter, there is al
ways to be found nest of worms. They cannot,
neither will they stay anywhere else. Weak
stomach and bowels are subject to them. as they
have not sufficient power to digest their food
Hence large heap of matter is lodged, and worms
must be the result. A few doses of these pills
will disturb them in their nest, and drive them out
of the system.
1t should be remembered, that an occasional
dose when in health, especially after taking cold,
will prevent the disease from forming in the body.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

BEgrThe Thirty Fifth Congress closed its ses-
sion on Monday shorter one by about two
months than the average length of first sessions
has been for many years past. Notwithstand-
ing this unusual brevity, says the MteNigencer,
it appears by careful examination into the
facts that the House Of Representatives has sat
more hours and passed a greater number of bills
during the present session than it has during
any, even the longest Of any previous long ses-
sion. The Appropriation Bills were all passed
and signed by the President.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
WILLIAM B. RICHARDS, JR.,
DEALER IN

French Bonnets, Flats, Gypsies, Flowers,
AND MILLINERY GOODS GENERALLY.
Also, american Made Ribbons, Dress
TRIMMINGS,
LACES AND EDGING;
FRENCH Work, FANCY WORKING MATERIALS,
Combs, Brushes, Perfumeries,
Sewing M terials,
Hosiery, Mits, Fans, Work Boxes,
Writing Desks,
AND FANCY GOODS GENERALLY,
No. ITO King Street, Alexandria, Va.
I%BoNNETs made to order. Orders filled
punctualy and satisfaction invariably guaranteed.
NH 4-ly.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

49, The House of Representatives on Friday
disposed of the contested election case of Messrs
Harris and Whyte, of Baltimore, for the present
session. The vote was first taken on the pro-
position to proceed with the consideration OF
the report of the Committee, which was mega
lived by vote of yeas 81, nays 81. Another
effort was made to take it up, when on motion
of Mr.. Davis, of Indiana, the consideration of
the subject was postponed to the second Teusday
in December-ayes 96, nays 81.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
The UNITED STATES SENATE CALLED T,

The UNITED STATES SENATE CALLED To-
GETHER BY PROCLAMATION OF THE PRESIDENT
Washington, June 14.-The President has issued
a proclamation for the Senate to meet to-rnor-
row at noon, saying that an extraordinary oc-
casion has occurred rendering it necessary and
proper that they shall convene to receive and te
act on such communications as have been OF
may be made to them On the part of the Exc.
Icutiye fa1
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
THE TIMES.
PORT TOBACCO, MD.
Thursday Morning, June II, 1853.

Tire County LEvY:-The annual statement
by our County Commissioners, for the examina-
ton Of the people, will be found in another col
umn. It will be seen that the amount of taxa
BILE property Of the county is stated at $50, los
60. The rate of tax for county purpose is
So cts. on the 500, being 10 cts. more thar
it was last year. State and County tax, togeth.
er, SO cts. on the 800.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

New JA1L.-We learn from the Beacon that
the contractors for the building Of the new coun-
ty Jail at Leonardtown "broke dirt" on Tues
day of last week, and it is expected the build
ing will be ready for occupants by the middle
of july
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17


SENATORS Wilson AND GwIN-Itumss Of
Settlement Senator Gwin having invited Sen
ator Wilson to meet him outside of the District,
the latter replied to his note as follows
WASHINGTON, June II, 1858,
SIR: Your note of this morning, requesting
to be informed at what hour it will be- conve-
nient for me to receive a communication from
you outside the District of Columbia, has been
placed in my hands by your friend, the Hon.
Mr. Fitch 4
cannot mistake the intention and purport Of
your note, and reply to it as to similar one on
a similar occasion two years ago-that [ have al
ways regarded dueling as the lingering relic of
barbarous civilization, which the law Of the
country has branded as crime. While, there
FORE religiousy believe in the right Of self-de-
fence in its broadcast sense, the law of my coun-
try and the matured convictions of my whole
life alike forbid me to meet you for the purpose
indicated in your letter.
Your obedient servant,
HENRY WILSON
Hon. VIM NJ GwIN, United States Senator
from the State of California
Senator Wilson subsequently addressed a note
to Senator Gwin, proposing to refer the difficult
ty to Senators Davis, Seward and Crittenden, and
abide their decision therein, which resulted in
Senator Wilson's explaining, and Senator Gwin
withdrawing the offensive epithet.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
FRUIT AND ORNAMENTAL TREES,
Hedge Plants, Shrubbery, Flowers, &c

JOSEPH Fl. KENT, Agent for. GRlEsr &
u PETERsA Fruit Nursery, and T.. M. HARvEr's
Ornamental Nursery, of Pennsylvania: il prepar-
ed to furnish any pamber and variety Of the above
that may be ordered. for the approaching season.
The Nurseries for which he is Agent are two Of
the most extensive in the country; and he has the
pleasure of knowing that very general satisfaction
was given to the citizens Of Charles and adjoining
counties who kindly favored him with their or
ders last Fall Orders addressed to JOSEPH III.
KENT, Russelville. Chester county, Pa. will meet
with prompt attention, and the articles delivered
free Of freight charges at any of the steamboat
landings. Je 17-3t.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

The STEAMER ST. NICHOLAS boat will
commence stopping at Stones Wharf, near
Head of St. Clements Bay, on Wednesday next,
on her downward trip from Port Tobacco to
Baltimore, and will continue afterwards to call
there regularly for freight and passengers, both
going and returning, for the remainder of the
season.--7St. Marys Beacon. 80
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
The CLOSING BUSINESS OF CoNGREss.-Th

The CLOSING BUSINESS OF CoNGREss.-The
correspondent of the San, says:
Congress, after being warned by the President
Of the necessity of affording him time to consid-
er the appropriation bills, made an effort to
close up the business in such manner as to "a
void the necessity Of prolonging the session.
One obstacle to adjournment was the uncertain
ty as to the suf6ciency Of the means of the trea-
srX ta meet the 4 bd by tie
passage of bill authorizing loan of twenty
millions. All the appropriation bills were pass
ed with the exception of the bill making ap-
preparations for the postoffice, including land
anspertation, etc. The two Houses disagreed
upon the question of the abolition of the frank
! ing privilege of Congress. The Senate propos-
| ed it, and the House rejected. The Committee
| of Conference were unable to agree and the bill
has failed Both Houses are to meet at 10 o.
clock on Monday, (14th,l and it remains to be
seen which Of the two will recede from its po-
sition on the subject. The ranking privilege is
| a great burden upon the postal system, which
cannot be made self-sustaining while that pri-
vilegelis enjoyed and abused 1t is stated that
it increases the expense of the mail transporta-
ton to the amount of Millions The Senate has
agreed to increase the rates of letter postage
land it is admitted that this measure is rendered
necessary only by the continuance Of the frank
ing privilege.
The Senate, on Monday, receded from its
amendments for increasing the rates of postage
abolishing the ranking privilege, ETC., to which
the House had refused to agree and thus the
bill was enacted into law .
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
ALEXANDRIA. June IA, 1858.

GRAIN.-The offerings of Wheat were light,
and the quality inferior Sales of some lots poor
white at 85a 100 cts; do red, 80 cts. No sales OF
good. The receipts of Corn are fair, with brisk
demand The market closed firm at 81 cts. by
measure. 62a63 cts. by weight, for white; IS cts
for yellow. Offerings of Rye light; small sales at
IS cts. No sales of oats reported.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

BALTIMORE CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE. = We
have received copy of the initial number Of
the Baltimore Christian Advocate, published by
the direction and under the patronage Of the
Baltimore Annual Conference of the Methodist
Episcopal Church. The Aduocate is under the
editorial charge of DR.. Thomas E. Bond, whose
Experience and judgment are well evinced in
the preparation and selection Of the contents,
and will doubtless be most usefully employed
in its future management. This number has
been prepared for the purpose Of presenting the
enterprise to the members of the Conference
The regular weekly issue of the Aduocate will
be begun on the first Thursday in September
next, or sooner, provided their arrangements can
be completed for its earlier publication.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

100 BBLs. No. / POTOMAC HERRING G;
lOO 40 bbls Family Roe do
so half bbls do do
20 bbls No. SHAD;
Is half bbls do in store.
100 bbls Eastern Herrings, to arrive.
For sale by THOMAS PERRY.
Alexandra, May 20, 1858.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

1WThe Oats Crop Of Northampton and Ac.
comac counties, Va, is almost entirely destroy.
ed by the fly. Many farmers will not make
seed .ee-e-s..z
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

f The farmers of Kent county have held
meeting and resolved to sustain the grain in
spection law.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

TRooPs RECALLED FROM UTAH.-The Ma
tionM hltelzigencer announces that Lieut.. Gen.
Scott on consultation with the Secretary of
War, has sent orders by express to turn back
a-large portion of the troops now moving in the
direction of Utah, as considerable body of
troops will be kept there for some time to come.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
PUBLIC SALE
III OF
REAL AND PERSONAL ESTATE IN
CHARLES COUNTY.

REAL AND PERSONAL ESTATE IN !.
CHARLES COUNTY.
DY virtue Of mortgage deed, executed on the
- 26th of June, in the year 1855, by William
}. Lancaster to Peregrine Davis and recorded in
Liber J. S., No. l. folios 254 and 255 one Of tho
land records of Charles County, and to me assign
ed by sand Peregrine Davis, will sell at Public
Sale, to the highest bidder. for cash, on
Monday, 18th July next,
(if fair, If not. the next fair day thereafter,) be-
tween the hours of 10 and IL o'clock. A. M, up
on the premises, all the right, title. claim and in
terest, whether at law or in equity, of the said
William J. Lancaster in and to a tract of Land
called part OF WOLLASTON'S MONOR,',
situate and lying in Cobb Neck, Charles County.
and containing -
200 ACRES, ~ so
nere or less, the interest Of said William J. Lana
Caster being one undivided fourth part Of said
Land =
IsAlso. at same time and place, all said
William J. Lancast-r's interest in and to the fol-
lowing NEGROES Henry. aged about SIS.
Teresa, aged 90, and Kate. aged years.
F. nj. LANCASTER.
lime II 1358-3t
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

KANSAS ONCE MORE QUIET.-The Kansas
Daily Ledger Of the 4th instant announces, on
the authority of private letter from a reliable
gentleman, that everything was quiet at the seat
Of war about Fort Scott, and that every effort
will be used to bring the guilty parties to JUS
tice, and punish them to the fullest extent of
the law
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

:. STEAMBOAT DIsAsTER. Memphis, June IA.
The steamer Pennsylvania exploded her boilers
and was burnt to the waters edge on Sunday
morning, ten miles below this city, causing a
fearful loss of life. There were $50 passengers
on board, of whom it is believed 100 are either
killed or missing.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
CELEBRATION AT CHARLOTTE HALL.

CELEBRATION AT CHARLOTTE HALL.
THE Washington Society. in accordance with
i its long established custom. will celebrate
the Fourth of July next on Monday. the 5th of
July. in commemoration of the day on which our
brave forefathers ''pedged their lives their for
tunes and their most sacred honors" in the COM
mon cause of their country. Mr.. VIM. 4. MEAD.
of Virginia, will deliver an Grafton, and Mr..
Fr..+=rr 4.-FrnDrr, ST. Mary s, will read the
Declaration of independence.
BY order, J. PARRAN CRANE, Pres't.
The Public respectfully invited to attend.
e. 1.a.' T. r.ass' Committee.
Charlotte Hall. June II, 1858.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
From the American Of Saturday last

From the American Of Saturday last.
ToBAceo.-We have change to note this
week in the prices for Maryland Tobacco. The
demand still continues active and is fully equal to
the supply. We continue to quote inferior to
good Maryland crop at $4aS7, and superior do.
$ea$ll. The receipts of Bay Tobacco are also
fair, but the demand for this description is some
what less than heretofore. Prices remain with
out any change worth noting. though the tenden-
CIV of the market seems downward. We continue
our last weeks quotations, viz: Tips "a 50a$5 so;
seconds, S. 5Oas7; spangled. S7al2. and fine yell
low, Sl2aS2O. Ohio Tobacco is in fair request
at former rates, and the demand for Kentucky is
good, and prices, though firm, are unchanged.
The inspections of the week are 1.459 hhds.
Maryland, 1 ,O55 hhds. Ohio, and 81 hhds. kentuc-
ky-total 2,575 hhds.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

HsT The U. S. Agricultural Society will hold
its annual fair this year at Richmond, Va, dur
ing the last week in October.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17

GOVERNMENT FINANcEs.-The New York
EUeaiasg Post will have it that the federal gov
eminent seems to be fastening to bankruptcy.
One year ago there was a surplus of more than
ST. 000, 900 in the treasury; it is now suscepti-
bic of demonstration that before another fiscal
year has elapsed, we shall have national debt
of over 100000, 900, and by the close of Mr..
Buchanan's administration, debt, in all pro-
liability, exceeding $1OO,O00,0O0.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1858-06-17
THE MARKETS.

BALTIMORE, June Is, 1858.
GRAN-W eat.-The offerings of Wheat a.
mounted to 3,052 bushels, with sales of fair to
prime white at 105all5 for choice lots suitable
for family -four 1875; red sold at l00a104 per BUSH
ell for good to prime.
Coya-Of Corn, 10000 bushels offered, and
mostly sold at an advance. viz: for white at 68a
70 cts, and yellow at 69a70; mixed at 64a66 cts.
Rye.-Pennsylvan Rye sold at 70 cts, Mary
land and Virginia at 65a67 cts. per bushel.
Oats-For good Maryland and Virginia 33a35