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Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20

A counsellor in Detroit describes
his po, erty as follows: 'WhenI first
came to Detroit, | was in perfect
rags, the smaller hole in my shirt
was the one stuck my head though,
and l had to have that, my only shirt,
washed by the dozen, for it was in
twelve .pil ces.'
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20
ssEE,:IrF's SALE.

10y virtue Of one writ of venditioni exponas
- to me directed from the Clerk OF the Cir
cult Court of Lincoln county, Tenn, l viii
expose to sale to the highest bidder for cssh
at the cour,-house door in the town of FAY
etteyille, on Saturday, the a9iIa day Of
january, 1859, all the right. title, claim,
and interes, that josiah r. Armstrong has in
and TO TRACT OF LAND lyiGg in Lincoln
county, Tennessee. in Civil District No. 9, on
the waters of Norris Greek, and bo'lntied on
the Son.h BY the lands of I. Dollins, on the
West by the lands of Newton and Wesley
Armstrong. on tie North BY the lands be-
longing to the heirs of John Cole, dec, and
on the East by the lands of Paul lngle and
Joel L. Cole--supposed to contain about $50
acres. Levied on as the property of Josiah
R. Armstrons, at the suit OF III. D. Hampton,
by 0. e. Edmonson, Constable of Lincoln
county. w. NJ. ALEXANDER, SkrIf.
Dec. %, lS58-4t.--S4
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20

A member eff the legislature now
il, session at Indianapolis, who had
been "coughed down. on several
occasions, offered a resolution instruct
ing the doorkeeper to buy twenty dol
lars worth of cough medicine for the
use Of the members.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20

We seldom regret having been too
mild, too cautious, or too humble;
but we often regret having been too
violent, too precipitate, or too proud.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20
CA SHE~
A Word TO Cash BuyerS.

A S 1 am doing business on credit. and
IA am compelled to have some money, /
viii say to those who may have money TO
pay for Goods, that Twill sell Goods cheaper
than any house who affirms that they can sell
cheaper than any house in Fayetteville.
Sept. %. T. C. GOODRICH.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20
In CHANSEsR x +.
n n Euino dr,,r G. others

I'M CHANCHRX.
R.C Ewing, Admir-, s others
Henry II. Anderson and ~
others.
A I Rules holden at the office of the Clerk
"A and Master, on the first Monday in jan
uary, 1S59-On motion of compliments by
their couns ell, and it appearing TO the satisfac-
ton of the Clerk and Master, that defendants
Henry II. Anderson. Margaret Gill, Venetta
A. Anderson, and Isaac N. Anderson are
.non-residents of the State of Tennessee
1t is, therefore, ordered that publication be
made in the FAYETTEVILLE OBSERVER. a
newspaper published in Fayetteville, Ten
nessee, for four weeks in succession, COM
handing said defendants to be and appear at
or before the next term of the Chancery
Court to be held for the county of Lincoln, at
the court house in Fayetteville ION the fourth
Monday in FEBRUARY, 1850. and plead,
answer, or demur to complanant's bill. other
wise the same will be taken for confessed and
set for hearing er parte as to them
r. FARQUHARSON.
Jan. 6, 1S59-4t. CM. d II
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20

IA MARRIED WOMAN ELopEs WITH
ANOTHER MAN. This is the heading
ola news item in the Cleveland Plain
deaier.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20

WITTY.--A chimney sweep.at Buff
falo adyertises that be takes sweep
ing by the job, and agrees to SCOT
his employer.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20

"Rewnge issweet," as the boy said
when he stole sugar from the groce-
ry man who had kicked him.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20
Jos WORN,
CONHE oTTrC,w

" u have just received from
w Arkansas. two boxes of the $3.50
celebrated HOMES AND TOOL E&
STONES, known as the "Washita Grit It
has been examined since its arrival by some of
the best judges of good whet rock that are to
oe found in our county, who pronounce it to be
better than any known in the world even supe-
rior to the far famed Turkey Stone Call soon
and get whet rock that will last always
MCKINNEY q ALEXANDER.
August IL, lS58-tf.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20

pR0KE jail in the county of Lincoln, o..
- about December last my Negro r.
Raaa. NELSON. / viii give SO re- -
ward for the apprehension Of said Nelson in
the county of Lincoln, ami $50 if caught ont
of the county of Lincoln-in either case, said
Nelson to be delivered to lie, or lodged in
Lincoln county Jail.
DES @ TIoy.
Nelson is Is 20 20 years Of age, about feet
6 inches high, has one or two scars on his face.
and had on VIXEN he broke jail. heavy, buShy
blacksmith by trade, and viii weigh
from $50 to 40 lbs.
JAMES P. BURKE
Fayetteville, Tenn, J une 4. 1S57-tf
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20
I'M GLANCE
F. ". Whitaker -.
ys. Jan hHftS, 4cI1
John G.. Pigg.

I Roles holden at the office Of the Clerk
"A and Master, on the first Monday in jan
uary, 1859-0u motion Of complainant by his
counsel. and it appearing to the satisfaction OF
the CLERK and Master, that defendant John {.
Pig is a uon-resideet OF the State of Ten
nesSee-Is is, therefore, ordered that pub!ioa-
ton be made in the FAYETTEvILLE OBSERVER.
a newspaper published IN the town OF Fay
ettsville, for four weeks in succession. COM
manding said defendant to be and arTeaF &c
or before the next term Of the Chancery tour,
to be holden for the county CT Lincoln, at tho
courthouse in the town Of FayetteTiiie, on
the fourth Monday in FeHFuiarT'
1889. and plead. answer. or dernHr 70 CON-
plainant's BILL otherwise the same vii. De IA
ken for confessed. and set Down for hearing
n ptrte as to him. u.pcoN
Ian 6 1s5s--4t Ck d IL
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20
Large sale Of Negroes

Q -
PURSUANT to a decree of the County
u Court of Lincoln county, made at the
January term, 1859, we will as Executors and
Special Commissioners of the late j ohm Clark,
proceed to offer at public SALE at the court
house in the town Of Fayetteville, on S:,stir-
day. the 9th day OF February next,
the following valuable negroes, to-wit:-hucy
aged so years, Bob %, Abram 30, Esther %,
Elizabeth 8, Caledonia 6. Aggy 49, Mary IA,
Margaret IL, Frances II, Mary Lee 80, Aaron
49, Neil 8, Sandy 40, Sally 50. Simon45, En-
cline SO Edmond Sc, Irwin so, Juber 45 Bee
ca Bum ii, Linda Is, Tom Rhea 20, Tilda
Rhea "a, aud her child 9 months. Kissia Z,
Emily Sawyer so, Bill Bum l6, Spence 90
Cynthia 80. Ben SO, Ann 26. and her child
2 months, fish s, Antony 26, Susan q, and
her child Henrietta aged IA months, Andy 28,
Hannah 80, Anderson IL, Ben TO- Manda q,
Riley II, Nancy 10 and Jones years.
TERMS OF SALE:-A credit of six months,
the purchaser giving note and approved secu-
rity. NJ, II. BONNER, Erecu,oys
T.. r. IOsQ FL
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20
DIR. W. W.. eEEc.lseEles,
NGDH~EGHe

A LIZ. S. FULTON has permanently e-3
IA located in Fayetteville, for the Iur- II
pose Of practicing MEDICINE. Office at 1bs'
Family Residence. first door from the ccrner
of the building on the South,
Feb. 4 l953-19,o
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1859-01-20
IN CIV Firm,
M'CASLIN g. S7RADER,
No I, Broad Street,
Tennessee Wrought-Iron Cook StOres

suitable fer burning coal or wood, as cheap as
any other house, and warrant them, as We do
all our work. to give satisfaction.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12
CORPORATION NOTICES.
WITTY OF NEW yORK.-DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, I
CCRPoR xTION Noriqssk ApfA H. i'''

Heaed proposals viii be received the until Thursday,
the l1h day OF Nav next ut IL O'clock noon site
s Of two lots adjoining each other for sson for the
I'D precinct police, 10 be located Within the limits bounded ny
Eighth and Ninth avenues and Forty hh and Fifty rs streets
Each propoMon must state the precise location sxe and
erma clear title will be required for which VIII
be made delivery Of the deed deeds 10 the Comptroller
The right 10 reject any and all offers corpora
ZION. ROBERT 7. HAws, Comrtoller
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

NIXON 4 CO.'S MAMMOTH CIRCUS
NIXON / co IS MAMMOTH CIRCUS
NIXON 4 CO.'S N .MMOTH C1KOuB
IN BROOKLYN.
IN BROOKLYN.
IN BROOKLYN.
IN BROOKLYN.
IN BROOKLYN,
IN BROOKLYN
Tuesday, Wedneeday Thsday Friday and Saturday
asd Wednesday Thursday rrday and Saturday r.
teynoous commencing tuesday evening April L. The
NbloA Honday evening Apsa
IL The entre establishment wiz be Brookln
Tuesday
The location upon Fulton street. opposite the City Han
Tickets Is cents reserved so children unAr
nine 70 reeeved seas 20 cents Doors will be opened ~
O'Clock r. M
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

~ 'FFlH AMUSHUNNT9e - 90
(D AIL.ACR'S rHnAfBK
w ON TUESDAY, AUrl IA
Mr. WALLAOK
WI apk ear IN hs original character Of
BRAsnUS BOOK~0RN.
Ia BuckxonoG coined Of
THB SCHOLAR.
To conclude with the popular pode comedy a
Blue And CHekRY.
n, LHsTEH wALLAcK' NJ; BIZ v HT9AAs
Dir. II. Il. PBILLIPB M BANGS,
Ms HoEY Mas xA&f CANNON
Mr. VERNON Mrs SLOAN
and popular of Tho company In fAvorte cha
To uorroweecond time I'm years. ng 70 it, 2reas re-
ceptiou by . crowded house,
With
7HE REVIEW.
Doors pen u 7; Commence at7h
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12
AMUsMmEWVR.

MErHOP0LIrAH rBEATkR
~ QAse busssa.j under The Laf'rge Hssss
bsos opea ecost; riasac: a. * prscSsi..
TRIUMPHANT SUCCESS
SECOND wRK
hss lvENroRr.
TUESDAY April IA I8Jq
] 81 and only night Of the hriIine drama Of
GAMfLLk.
CAMtii.H.
CArLIE.
CAMILLE.
CAMiTf X.
- CAMILLE
Mss vErpOkT Cher or dual cbsracts4 Camille
Mr.. CHAe FI.RER az . \ OsvaI
Supported BY distribution characters unusual
lence
Wednesday Ap Is Iss9-Flrs Nth, Of the ne " u ilns
ena powerful drama with entire sceasry Costumes,
perues aud stage appont nenta ed
aEsAI.LIANCg.
NFcALlIAkCE:
MtSALfTs NOE:
MsSALLIAELE:
MES ALLIANCE;
OR, FAITH FALsEBo0D.
Principal chsraotsrs by
Miss DAVENPORT Mr. =. B. CONWAY.
MrsF 3 CONWAY. LHas FIaHsR.
MIA MILLER, CHAH BAR con HULL
GEO FhkkNN cirst ar eearAsce
hcENE-PARIS
ACT 1.-The NesallLAnce
ACT 2-The Masked Ball-The Plot
ACT THE Priaon of the Mag ialeaa-Vtue Triumphant
ACT 4-Tbe Brohers-Chin aud Abel-The Dragged Cup
Lawyers Ulerk
ACr 5-Tbe Lupsaca Enauhend,
BOZ ouice Open al A. N. and during tbs day
Pque Usrquet circle aud dre.s crcs 10 oeair
STARS sECUKED WITHOUT EXTRA CHARGE
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

TToTEL ST. JULIEN, NO. WARRINGTON PLACE
Ill Elegant suits of apartments just vacated Private tables
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

A HARNESS FOR SALE CWEAP-A NEW SET OF
"A Light ssRle silver mounted harness; viii be sold at
bavan Apply for two days 4S6 Hudson street OF
Grove. up stairs
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12
HORSES, CARRIAGES, &C.

NY GENTLEMAN WANTING A FINE LONG r ALLIED
Ray mare very stysh fine spirit and fine eye good STYLE
OF scon aso style Of ind such
cheap at Browns stable Of
| BrDkiyp.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

LNnANCIS BUTLER CO FULTON STRREr) HAS RE-
moved 70 near the corner Of Mvrte and Division avenues
Cars every minutes nom Fulton and Peck
clip usual all the ehoise breeds of dogs for sale
and stock. Dogs boarded, trained DO. Buffers ntaios
mango and dea externaor 50 cents per bottle.
lers work the dog ST. For further information ad
dress apply at 70 Fulton street. basement
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

nVSENBURY 4 VAN DUsER PRACTICAL LIGHT
wagon manufacturers a their old e'sud No 1875 and i57
ChyBe street, have few Of their styles hsnt which
sanpot be surpassed either In quality ngniaess beauty
dnish =
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12
WATCHES, JEWELRY. sc

WINES, LIQUORS, sc.
ii S0. W. iHn"' o''"' NJ" ''iio'
Hammers steam ale, year old per hid, SIS.
Hammers East India steam ale, per hid sis
Hammers steam ale for present use per hhd S2; per bb
Runners steam ale enber,, per hid. so; per bbl g.
For sale OF the depot, 36s Washington street.
VIM C0LyIN, Sole Agent
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

Union COURSE. LONG IaLAND.-THURsDAY,A APRIL
~ IA at M purse $50 mile heats best 10 s, 10 har
Hiram woodruff & Reliance; W. Pcsboiy, b.
m Lady Warren ID Iaman, b. senator; X. Oge en- ers
Lady Fnregan
Yearly tickets viii be issued at $ls each
SHAW WHITE, Proprietoss
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

CANINE sPORTS.-A GOOD NIGHTS SPORT, FOR
" The benefit of Harry jennings will take place Wenss
day evening April 49, at Kerrigans Hail. p White street
Two handicap rat atches will take place. rst
dogs Of all breeds and all weights second open to black and
terriers only. Two handsome prizes will be given the
owners the winning dogs There will be large gu sntty
of hand for gentlemen try their dogs with Gree of
rbaYge). H. j. hopes that his friends will rally
around him the above night. Sport TO commence
precisely; tickets CSC.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

VA ANTED. -NHRCB Ants. HOTELS AND OTHERS
w SUPPLIED GRATIS
CLFRES SAtESMEE POINTERS BARKEEPEEa &c
MERCHANTS CLERKS REGISTRY. y BRO ADwAY,
WM. !. REUPATI.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-04-12

I,OR SALE-A SUPERIOR PAIR OF COACH HORSES,
hands high, six old also fine single horse.
excellent traveller and double and single harness Apply
the red brick stable alley 20 East Thirty street.
between Madison and Fourth svenues
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

REDUCTION N THE PRICE OF WATER.-We are
Informed that meeting Of the stockholders OF
the Eureka Lakes Co., was held last week, al
which it was determined to reduce the price ot
mining season. This company supplies the mi
ners with great portion Of the water used he
tween the middle and south forks of the Huba.
and the reduction will have beneficial effect
upon the mining interests of that section. Du-
ring the past season the water rates have !. EN-
twenty tive cents an inch; this was regarded as
too high, and in some localities the miners
have been on strike" for months past. claim
ing that they cannot pay such rates for water
and make expenses out Of their claims.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

A CHINESE AFPAIR.-We are informed that n
China woman. belonging to John Ayot. we'll
known Chinaman Of this place, escaped from
the custody OF her owner last Sunday morning,
taking with her about a hundred dollars worth
Of jcwelry She was assisted off By one Of her
countrymen, who hired a buggy for that pur-
pose. John Ayot got out warrant to arrest
the parties for larceny. in taking the jcwelry,
and the fugitives were followed as far as Long
Bar in Yuba county, where they were lost track
Of 1t appears that the woman was in debt to
John Ayot. and he held her as security for the
payment of The money. in accordance with the
this kind are of frequent occurrence among the
Chinese population Of this State.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12
NEVADA DEMOCRAT.

SHOOTING AFFRAY AT ORLEANS FLAT.-Two
shooting affrays occurred at Orleans Flat last
Sunday night. by which two men who had no
part 10 the difficulties were shot, and one is sup
posed TO be mOrtally wounded. The trs' oc-
cured in Julien's saloon, about ten O'CLOCK ln
the evening. man named Long got into
quarrel with another named Donaldson, aud
she former in attempting to draw pistol from
his coat pocket accidentally discharged it,
wounding T. W. Coleman, who was standing
behind Long at the time. The ball took effect
in the calf Of the leg, in6icting pretty severe
flesh wound.
The other affair, which was of more serious
character, occurred at John Magulre's saloon,
about twelve O'Clock the same night. 1t APP
psars that Mcguire aud man named James
Mackay got into difficulty. Maekay caught
hold Of bottle with the intention. it lie sup
posed, of striking Maguire, when the latter
drew his pistol, but before getting it round in
the range of Mackay it accidentally went Oh
and wounded man named Mat. Rooney. The
ball entered bis right side just below the ribs,
ranged downwards through the abdomen, and
has not yet been extracted. The wound was al
frat supposed to be mortal. but we learn that
Rooney was somewhat better yesterday morn
ing. and hopes are now entertained of his re-
coyery. Mcguire Immediately surrendered him
self into the custody of the officers. vas exam
ined before Justice Caperton on Monday, aud
discharged.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

Masters WILLIAM AND GEORGE Stone, have
purchased the most Of the newspaper routes in
this place, and punctually deliver the daily pa
pers to Subscribers every evening. For the
past week they have met the stage ut Wolf
creek and brought up the Sacramento Unions
on horseback By which means subscrbers are
,upplied with that paper an hour in advance of
the mail We are indebted to them for news
paper favors
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

SPECIAL ELECrIoN.-The Supervisors have
ordered that a special election be held in WASH
ington township on the 22d inst. for Justice
of the Peace. 1t will be remembered that at
the general ELECTION. the vote was tie between
Nessrt Tallman and Ely, hence special cleo
tion was necessary. The same parties will act
ss Inspectors and Judges of election. and the
precincts will be held at the same places, as at
the general election.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

GEOLOGICAL LEcTURE.-Mr. J. A. JennnG',
late teacher Of the Nevada public school. de-
livers lecture this evening, at the Methodist
Church, on the subject of Geology. Mr.. Jen.
nings has devoted much study to this interest
ing subject, and as there is no charge for adj
miitance we trust there will he a good attend.
auce Lecture commences at half past seven.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12
TO INVALIDs.-Havey you Disease Of tn


DIR. l.. j. CEnpkny's Private Medical and
SURGICAL INSTITUTE, Sacramento street below Mont
gomery opposite the Pacific Mail Steamship Company
Office San Francisco. Established in 1854 for the per-
manen cure all private and chronic diseases and the
suppression of Quackery.
Attending and Resident Physician, L. J. CZAPKAY, NJ
D. late in the Hungarian Revolutionary War Chief Ply
cAn to the goth Regiment Of Honyeds Chel Surgeon to
the Military Hospital Of Pesth Hungary the late Lecturer
on Diseases Women and Children, and Honorary Mem
Der Of the Philadelphia College of Medicine Particular
attention paid to the Of diseases peculiar to
Women and Children
once Hours-From 9 4. N. till Or. NJ Communications
strictly confidential. Permanent guaranteed
pay. Consultations by letter otherwise, free.
Address L. J. CZAPKAY, NJ. H., San Francisco, Cal.
es-Thefolowing letter, which emphatcay peaks for
itself was written by the Dean ofthe Faculty 1.-THE Pha
depha College Of Medicine to the editors Of the the Pac
ac Medical and Surgical Journal san Francisco, for
publication:
To the Editors the Pacific Medical and surgical Jour
Internationally attention has been called to an
article the December number OF your Journal IN regard
To the dd ende degree granted by the Philadelphia Col
lege of Medicine 10 Or. L. Cnpkay When the appli
cation for the degree made to the Faculty, il
,ccompanied by a ayts and testimonials to the effect
that Or. Ca pkay regular graduate ~ D. Of the
University Of Pesth had served a. surgeon in the Hunga
On the strength these the degree granted The dd
euieB degree its implies, sconterred on gradu-
ates only and gives privileges. Had there been
the slightest suspicion ofrregularity Interpolation have
would refused By inserting this your journalyon
will do act OF justice TO the College and confer favor
on Yours, very respectfully
Dean fthe Faculty ofthe Philadelphia College ofNedi
cine
Dr. L. j. Czapkays Medical and Surgical Institutes is
sacramento street, below Montgomery, opposite Pacific
sla Steamship Company's Office san Francisco, Califor
MIA The Doctor oilers free consultation and asks
muneratlon unless he effects
CERTIFICATE-I. the undersgned, Governor Of Hun
gary DO testify hereby that Dr. L. j. has served
during the contest Hungarian liberty Chief surgeon
in the hungarian Army with faithful perseverance where
of have given him this cerf fcate, and do recommend
him to the sympathy attention and protection Of sthOse
who capable Of ipprecatng patriotic et saerce and
nndaserved misfortune KOSSUTH LAJ0S.
Governor Of Hungary.
Wasnin0ton City January 9Th 1852. 31-tf
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

ADMITTED To THE HOSPITAL.-John Hartsell,
an overland immigrant, was admitted into the
County Hospital on Monday having been acci-
dentally shot in the left hand while on Hum
boidt river. The wound was severe one, and
having been neglected for some time, be will
probably lose the use of his hand.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

PRIVATE ScHOoL.-We learn that Miss Far
rell. one of the teachers n the late pnblc
school has determined to keep mp private
school at the same place until such time as the
public school is again opened. Miss Farrell is
an accomplished and successful teacher, aud
deserves liberal support.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

To TAX PArERs.-Property holders who have
not YET settled their taxes for the current year.
should bear in mind that an additional five per
cent will be added to all taxes not paid before
Monday next, the l7th instant
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12
OVERLAND ITEMS.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14.-Lord Lyons, in his in
terview with Secretary Cass, expressed confidence
in the amicable settlement of the Northwestern
question. However much our Government may be
impressed with the truth that the island of San Juan
belongs to us, there appears to be no doubt that
both the Governments of Great Britain and the
United States will instruct their agents in that quar-
ter to act with the utmost crcumspecton in view Of
satisfactory adjustment of existing differences.
The State Department at Washington has receiv-
ed information from our Minister at Berlin, that
Christian Ernst, an American naturaliZed citizen,
who had been compelled, by force, to enter the Han
overian army, has, upon the remonstrance of our
Government, been discharged from the service.
New YORK, Sept. l4.-A very destructive fire oc-
Cured in Halifax, consuming property to the
amount of million of dollars.
The City Government of Portland, Maine, have
made special arrangements TO honor the arrival of
the Great Eastern. The programme includes din
ner, ball, military display, ETC., etc.
A resolution was adopted at the Merchants Ex-
change at Norfolk, Va, on the 18th Of September,
to invite the steamer Great Eastern to pay visit
to that port.
MAINE ELECTION-Returns from eighty addi-
tional towns indicate that Morrell the Republican
candidate for Governor is elected by 10000 major-
ty. The Republicans have elected thirty of the thir
ty-one Senator's and three-fourths Of the Represen
tatives.
The Democratic State Convention of Massachu-
sets will elect Douglas delegates to the Charleston
Convention.
The ship Duchess D'Orleans, which arrived at
Baltimore Sept. l4th reports passing, August 18th,
a wreck burned to the waters edge, apparently nav
ing been burnt the same day.
BALTIMORE Sept. l4.-The Vice Presidents Of
the late town meeting to day. pursuant to the reso'
lutions, elected Central Committee TO make nom-
nations composed of men of sterling character, in
cluding merchants and tradesmen. No doubt a
strong ticket will be presented. Rowdies and club
leaders have nearly all disappeared from their ac-
customed gathering places. The city is perfectly
quiet.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-10-12

COUNTY SURvEYOR.-In giving the nroceod.
ings of the Board of Supervisors, last week. we
omitted to state that the bond of j. L Gamble.
County Surveyor elect, was approved with the
others