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Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

THE Old South Church in Boston has an
annual income frOmits roal estate of near
ly $4,000. 1t has two ministers and paws
each of them salary of $4,000. 1t also
supports free chapel, and contributes
Literally to city missions and other char
liable purposes.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

"PRENTIClASA."-This is the title of
new book recently published, of which
Geo. D. Prentice is the author. No man
In the Union except Bennett 1.-THE author of
Prenticinna will excuse us) is more widely
known in the newspaper world than Prem
tice, and it has Been truly said that he has
written more funny, sharp, pungent, crisp,
Punch=y things than any other man on
or off the American press. There is big
whip cord vein of wit and fun running all
through him from the, top of his head
down both his legs into his boots and
back again. His wit flows from his pen
easily and naturally and always tellinrlv.
As a general thing, his fun is of tho sach-
arine, philosophic order, but he is often Sc
we're, caustic and sometimes absolutely
savage. For instance, he said once in
speaking of a brother editor, "that he (the
editor) was the greatest liar in christen-
dom-that if cut up into myriad of pie
S6fIhgs Up reckless EfoWh lar M
We offer few specimens of the good
things with which Prenticiana abounds:
a New England writer saws that it has
been found that negroes can be better
trusted than white men, not to betray Sc
crets- We suppose this is upon the prin-
cipie that they always "keep dark"
THR editor of an Indiana paper saws,
't0loTe vftt0ny Is on foot" We suppose the
editor has lost his horse
Mas. CHARITY PERk1Ss, of New Orleans.
came near dying of poison q few days ago.
d ''gter Of Charity was supposed to have
administered the dose.
An impudent anonymous correspondent
signing himself 'Ned Bucket" expresses
the wish that we were dead. Very we'll
let nun show himself in person, and we
pledge ourselves TO "kfcE the Bucket"
A father and son, Anthony and Thomas
screw, escaped on the 18th ult., from the
Wetumpka Jail. There are two screws
loose.
a quizzical editor in Arkansas, who re-
loices in the rather quizzicnl name of Harry
Hurry, says that s'truth is generally slow
IN Its progress" Probably it is never in
such Hurry as he.
Ma. ]. S. FALL, a Mississippi editor. asks
when we shall get wise. Undoubtedly
before Fail, if ever.
Ma. AND Mrs. BREwRR, of WAYNE conn
", have twenty-five children. Theirs is,
perhaps: the most extensive brewery in
the West.
A Rocky Mountain correspondent of the
New York Post" who writes himsclf
iHenry E. Land" descsibes Oregon as the
most delightful country in the world. Our
citizens, if they choose, can go out there
and see "hotc the Land lies"
A ar. Black declares for the dissolution
OF the Union. Let him have traitors re-
"Hung be the heavens with Black"
4R. WILLIAM HOOP was robbed near
Sorintn, Ala, on the 18th inst The
Corinth paper says the name of highway
man is unknown, but there is NO doubt
that he was Robin Hood.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

a proposition TO hang portrait of
Thomas Paine in Independence Hall has
encountered violent opposition in The Phil
ndeIphia Select Council.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
FOR THE HOTTDAVSI

OI LHG HOLIUA Us!
~ L. ZANE CO., AT THEIR ESTABLISHMENT
Ss on Quincy street, between Main AMI SInrket
lave large lot Of fancy and pure Liquors. to winch
they invite the attention of the public in view OF the
approaching Holidays: For those WHO wirh 10 pIU-
pare fancy drinks as Is the holiday CUSTOM SOM. Of
the purest and best liquors may be found OF this
house. 1In us
& FOR RENT.--A Brick Dwelling House
h:E with store room attached, on Market street n
few doors above Washington Hall. Possession riysn
on LIST Of April. Enquire of S'''A
DR.. A. HUGHES,
Iee1-lwd Corner Of Quincy 4 .Etu,rtI, At.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

a BILL to amend the existing exemption
laws of Kentucky, SO to exempt 5000
worth of property from execution, is pend
lug in the Kentucky Legislature.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

liz addition to tho ignomiuy of the fine of
two hundred pounds and six months i'm
prisonment, NrFellows, the Canadian law
yer who unlawfully obtained seat in the
Legislature in 1851, will be stripped of his
gown as barrister and Queens counsel.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

=. A free colored man, named George
Woodhouse died Saturday morning in Nor
folk. aged one hundred aud t,venty one year,,
He was born in Princess Anne county in
1888, and had reached tho average age of
man when the revolutionary war broke out.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

THr Charleston Courier. says it is report
ed that Senator Hommond has expressed
bis intention of resigning his seat at the
close,of the present session of Congress.
He baS been prevented from attending ct
Washington by ipdtsposirion
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
Tbys! TOYS!

TUsTRBiEIVED, LARGE LOT OF GERMAN
- ap1Arerican Toys. For Sale wholesale or re-
tai q lstd AShing log prices, by JOS. GRAVEa
d0sIY Main 81 cGutro Wheeling
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

THs 'irrePressiblo conflict" is proving
destructive TO the Democratic papers in
Iowa, Steven having suspended since the
State election in October.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
f FURNISHING GllnS

OF ANY KIND, can find Full aud Complete :, ~
., almost every article usod in House Steam ICti nv
Hotel EnrnishinS. My Stock Of NEW WALL
PAPAR iS large and we'll assorted and viii -
sou CiIkAF. J. c. harbour
uov6 No. l+G SIaiu 81. WhcoIins Y,
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
Valuable Household & Kitchen Flu

Valuable Household & Kitchen Fur-
niture at Auction.
WILL DE SOLD, AT PUBLIC. AUCTION, CON-
" SIENCING on Thursday, Dec. 22d 1859. at 10
. CLOCK 4; NJ at my residence Quincy street, be-
tween Attn and 5th large and general assortment of
Ealna0lo Household and Kitchen Furniture
TERMS OF SALE.-All sums of $40 or under Cash
ana all exceeding S20i credit OF days the pur-
chaser giving negotiable note with approved security
SalO positive. A. ALLEN ITOWEGI
GEO. E. wICKHAM, Auc'r. deco 20
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

To the Be-Drugged a,h Poisoned Cit
liens OF wheeling nd Vicinity.
You are overrun with dage of the vilest com
pounds in the form of '.Alcohllc Drinks" that ever
smanated from that pest of sSOty, the LIQUOR MIXER
fhCy arO sold to you luxr, they are dispensed
10 you as Medicine and ipithsr case the effect Is
the same.
There Is but one way tobcape, aud that Is to use,
As luxury medicimcnt4 safo and reliable stimu-
liant, sold under stamp which renders it cor.
lain that it has not beeaampered with. Such an
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
Charles Lon6n Cordial Gin,

which is distilled unlor4spOction of the D,tish Gov
eminent, is delicately Ored unliLe any other Gin
with some of the mottvoluable restornttves of tho
Vegetable Kingdom, pa ia by far the most healthy
beverage extant.
THH MOST ENISESTrTsTcIANao or EUROPE AND AXEr-
TcA not only recomi its by the heartily,
but prescribe it medicine whero stirnulant is
required.
TnE IExAls sEYl,Il ind it not only pleasant Cor
dial Uut eortaihSltef III SuGOrinss Of periodical
character.
ANALYTICAL qEHrsTs OF ALL RANKS pronounce 1T
pertectlypure AZ its restorative merits Incompatible
Sold only ipsgFt and pint bOttles by all DQueOlsrs,
For sale nySFoling, Va, by T. II. LOGAN CO.,
- SIOin strse b. JOHNSTON, 17G Market ST., and
EDMCSDGcnARLEs, General Agent.
ny1T+sGi5 v1lm v = - ~ 4
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
J. & c.. MENDET,

SCOTCH WHISKEY.--A very snperior
~ article OF Scotch Whiskoy, in pMnc0ons Just re.
es hosII and for sale by GEO ADAMS,
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

HOLLAND GIN.--we arc this 5av -oco;vi..
Ii direct several choice lots Of Holland Gin SSbi"
We offer low by tho pipe barrel.
decl+ GEO. ADAMS an Main .,
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

DIANO AND TABLE CoVERS.I
4 large and beautiful assortment uf piSr1 rps
iahlS Covers just received and for sale very clsaI
ny J. C.. HARBOUR
hoNO lI3 Main II
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS

% FOR RENT.-sThc once over the Citi
Il zens Deposit Bank, now occupied by Caldwell
Plesher. Possession given LIST April, 1850. Apply a
the Savings Bank OF Wheeling, to
dec22h 8. p. H1LDRETH, TreaS'r.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
E. Hayes & Go.
LIGHT CARRIAGES and HARNESS

cfsIEP-Rl LOCATION IN TIIE. ArIIEy 7.lI,ii
4fSZ9f2- BuildinS, corner Market { JOHN streets,
opposite the Custom UouEe, Wheeling Va Always
on hanu Carriages Of superior Workmanship, WArrsp-
TED to give satisfaction Also built 10 order Of
the latest stylGs aud most improved patterns at the
lowest nurket rates. TavIS-ly
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

GTARCH.--5ob boxes Julius ]. Voods Columbus,
~ Ohio, Pearl Starch, for sale by
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22
For Rem:

- Castillo Soap, 10 boxes,
Extract LOGwood, 100 boIed
just received and for sale low Lv
oeco OLIVER pRYsJR
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

GCOTCH ALE.--A small lot OF tn, coIsI,r,,,,i
~ Falktrk Ale, just received and for sale by
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

Hung be the heavens with Bsaes."
Ma. WILLIAM Hoop, was, robbed near
Sorinth, Ala, on the 18th inst. The
Corinth paper says the name of highway
man is unknown, but there is no doubt
that he was Robin Hood.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

VlHE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE STOCKHOLM
i Frs Of The Savings Bank of Wheeling for the
election OF seven Directors TO the OnsnE year.
will be held at tho Bank on Thursday, January s.
1860. S. P.uILDRETH,
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

20 TONS SHORTS, SHIP-SVUFF.
w M1LLISGS. on hand aud for sale low By
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

ENREsH ARRIVAL M EXPRESS
Il Of HATS AND CAPS, comprising all tho various
qualities and styles now in use
Call and see, at s. AvHkYs.
dec21 148 Min ST., Wheeling, Va
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

TNLOOR OIL CLOTHS
T. Sheets is Tcot wide,
sheet 10
IS c1scs -
do G-4
30 "a
do Al
Me-" aud beautiful styles just resolved and Cor sal. BY
deco J. c. HARBOUR, IL; Main IT.
lit WINDOW SIIADES.--Just re,siy-
NJ cd u splendid assortment OF gilt banded Wi,
dow shades, and elegant styles and icr sale Toiy
low by &c. HARBOUR
dcg'i ii3 Slain Il
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

NHRYSOLINE coal .OIL,.-Eouel IN
" Kerosene Carbon Oils, n superior article For
sale by the barrel or los, by r. IT, LOGAN / co.
dec2l and LOGAN. LIST ( 90
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

wv and City, assorted sizes, from sXIO to SOX%o
toE sale a tnanu1SturR'E prices, By
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

octl
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

sWTO0DEN WARES
w 25 doz. hoop Red Buckets
IS :" {" l;od and Dlne Buckets,
25 I" {" Blue and Green do
90 F" and Shoop Tubs aaSsurtcd- No-l . 8
dec22 Received by p. C. IIILDlSRTiI & BRO
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1859-12-22

d ALL ROAD MILLS EXTRA FAHTT-
H. LY PLOUR-1OO barrels r. Il. Mills, Columbus
Ind, Extra Family Flour, received by
dec22-d&w p. C. IIIEDHETlI L BRO
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-05

Necessity 10 good financial system They amount at
present moment 293 900 OO0 which 1877 900 00f
have been placed in the government chest am happy
to inform your Majesty that the State will be enabled To
pay of great portion without difficulty, and without
having recourse 10 q loan.
The at the disposal Of the treasury, especially
what We have receive from the Bank Of France and
which have carefully abstaned from touching with that
object in view and those which the dotaton Of the army
win give u.s. will place nearly 0oof at disposal
for that purpose. But in this question IL Is not only the
treasury which Is concerned and its interest must be
made 10 agree with that Of the depositors
M Magne concludes his report with q comparison be-
tween the financial state OF France at the present mo-
ment and last year. ~ Magne sezes the opportunity
Of again atribuing the improvement the wisdom Of the
Emperor.
IN the first nine months of 1858 Che says) the imports
OF gold exceeded the exports the
and what Is worthy Of observation, the imports aud
exports Of silver were nearly balanced In that short
period the total amount in circulation increased
the amount Of 374 000 The Bank Of France the
serve Of which had fallen TO 100 900 O00f, has now
reserve of 554 ,000, ,0O0f.
In general point Of view it must be admitted that
come excesses caused certain stagnation in business
but quiet soon restores activity such is the law
We already feel its happy influence and the situation Of
the country favorable in every respect guarantee
that the revival will be energetic and permanent.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-05
Political Intelligence.

UNoRGASIzED TERRIroRIEs.-There now in Washing
ton delegates from three unorganzed Territories to wit
Dacotah, Arizona and Sierra Nevada and fourth s
peced from Caona Their object is to procure the organ
ton of Territorial for the several Territories
they represent
SEWARD AND THE OPposIrIoy.-The Richmond Whig is
anxious for union Of the opposition in 1860 but repu
dates Seward and all the other black republican asprants
for the Presidency. Nsays:-
If we had any influence with the presses and the party
the North who have already begun TO press tho claims
of Gov Seward upon the country would impress upon
them the utter impossibty Of elcctng him or any
other republican candidate Nothing can defeat the de
mocracy but the union of the entire opposition against H.
and such union can never be effected by any member OF
what is called the republican party This proposition is
uDdenabe-so entirely selfcvdent that 1t requires no
demonstration.
The DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA.
Mr.. Letcher has written letter accepting the nomination
Of the Petersburg Convention for the Governorshp of vr
gina. On the subject Of slavery he Says
To avoid all msapprchenson state in language dis
nc and emphatic that regard the institution of domes
tic slavery, existing in Virginia and the other slavehod
ng States, morally, socially and politically right
trust that will be found as ready TO defend the nsu-
on and to resist all encroachments upon IT, any
in the commonwealth In doing this, will be defending
and protecting my own interests and property well
the interests and property Of my fellow citizens.
ORGANIZATIONS OF MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS IN MAsacHu.
sErn.-The municipal governments Of Boston, Roxbury,
Cambridge, Charestown, Chelsea, Lawrence, Lowell,
Worcester, and New Bedford, werc organized the Cd
instant
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-05

.
Mr.. Thomas Barr Irregular democrat is the only cand
date in the hed butt is by certain that he will be
elected because the opposition parties may have neglected
to nominate and kept quiet purpose to prevent turn
out of the democracy who believe there is to be oppo
siton while the opposition, with secret understanding
and efficient arrangements, may rally to a man on one
man. and thereby his election the democratic
candidate would not be the first time they have thus
secured the election of public officer.
The polls will open at 724 A. NJ, SUNRISE and close at
49, p NJ, sunset.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-05
PROCEEDINGS OF THE LEGISLATURE.
Senate.

Senate.
ALBANY, Jan. 4, 1859.
The Senate called to order at IL O'Clock The
Lieutenant Governor, Robert Campbell, took his seat.
Mr.. Prosser, from the Thirty first district, sworn
in.
On taking the chair the PRESIDENT said--
SESAroRs-I upon the discharge the duties de-
volved presiding officer of this with
limited knowledge of the forms and laws governing
tive action, and only give the of intention
merit your confidence respect by enforcing
with fairness and strict mparaty such rules you adopt
for your own government my guide rely
indulgence to overlook any / may commit the
effort TO which have referred With such endsavors
my part, and such prompt full operation and aid
expect from each Senator 70 maintain order and dec
our proceedings to the high
standing OF the legislative body, trust that inter-
here only be pleasant but that bors may
result TO the benefit OF the people of the State
Committees were then appointed to wait the Gov
ernor and Assembly, and inform them the Senate had
organized.
Mr. OWEN (rep), on question Of privilege, brought up
the matter Of Mr. Mandevies seat and stated that evil
dence had been presented to him that Mr. Mandevles
seat had been vacated and q successor elected.
After spirited discussion the subject was referred TO
special committee.
Recess for fifteen minutes.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-05

Al the recent Congressional election IN November the
following was the vote in the Fourth district
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-05

ALBANY, Jan. 4, 1859.
The Assembly called to order by Mr.. DAVID wnsoS
Clerk Of the late Assembly.
The oath Of office was then administered by the Secre-
State the members elect who subscribed the
constitution.
On the FIRST ballot De WITT G LrnEouN was elected
Speaker On taking the chair he said -
GESrIxMES AssxnsLrThe honorable position YOU
G upon POI ss of which highly
s VIII be my 70 80 dis
In taking upon myself he rssponsbes Of this place rely
hsprsseryson Of the good which give
Important measures affecting the present and future interest
w
fidelity and sound Judgment which insure ap
n saowsSss f.T %Ass
to proceed with the business of the
W. Richardson elected Clerk; d. NJ. Prescott Ser
geant Arms George Dennis Deorkeeper, and Joseph
Ball, of Erie, first Assistant Doorkeeper.
The Governors Message then sent in.
THE GOVERNORS MESSAGE
To THE SENATE ASSEMBLY -
enter upon the discharge of the duties which the peo
pie Of this State have committed me with less of pol
cal experience than many my predecessors this high
station, and with some anxiety for the result Upright in
tentons heart devoted to the interests of the
wealth, and unceasng application, all the pledges
give for the faithful execution of the trust delegated to
by the people Of New York Under such circumstan-
ces cannot hesitate in this my first communication the
legislature to invoke the presence and aid of that Al
mighty Being who controls the councils OF nations well
the Affairs Of individuals that he will enable every per-
employed the administration of the State to
successfully the duties Of his station
The constitution makes duty of the Governor to
Communicate by message to the Legislature at every
the condition of the Stae and recommend such
matters 10 them as he shall judge expedent"
FINANCES
In conformity Herewith, and first claiming your ear
nest attention. proceed TO apprse you of the financial
condition Of the State that you may early know of the ne
cessty which exists for supplying its treasury.
The funded debt ON the 30th September 1858, was
1858 II; Of which 90 s4 81 was the general
fund State debit and s24 aO7 7o4 40 was the canal debt
OF 1.-THE general fund State debt $3.50 becomes due in
1852 and $3.50 900 becomes due in 1860 There ALSO
contingent debt for stock issued certain railroad
panies, amounting to s67O000
The constitution disposes of the revenues derived from
the canals, annually in the following manner
l. To pay the expenses Of collection, supcniendence
and ordinary repairs which the Commissioners Of the Canal
Fund.- in their report to the legislature the 18Th of Fob
ruary last for the last fiscal year. estimated at 81 o0o
To pay the interest, and provide sinking fund to
pay the principal Of the canal debt, il existed the
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-05
Ehe CITY Conncil of Gal.

CAMELs NursANCE-The City Council of Gal
veston Texas, have passed the following ordinance:
From and acthe passage Of this ordinance person
persons shall ride drive introduce within the corporate
limits of this city camel camels except for the pur-
pose Of immediate shipment from the city, and any per-
persons offending against this ordinance shall be
fined not less than fifty dollars nor than hundred
dollars for every such offence and for each and every
camel so ridden driven introduced within said limits
10 be recovered by complaint before the Mayor or any
court Of competent jurisdiction.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-05

vded the latter abstaned future from the amentable
excuses of which all parties in Mexico have been
sivey guilty. and make suitable reparation for those al
ready committed It s quite evident that for long time
to come Tin all probability forever the propretors ofany
route across the sthmus Of Daren must mainly rely
American patronage and that any route established by
Europeans In quasi opposition to American interests
in defiance Of the United States government win do but
runous business But Mr. Buchanan has no idea Of aiding
In the establishment Of monopoly, even In favor of his
other route across the Ishmus, must and will be kept
open for the Of all nations precisely the terms
as those prescribed for Americans