The daily exchange. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1858-1861, 1860-06-27
CITY INTELLIGENCE.

WHen lie cdlleu 10 tHe CHalF d. H. Day Esu
Chas. d. Kinks. Esq, then read and offered the
following series of resolutions, which were unani-
mously adopted
WHEREAS In the providence of God Almighty it hath
seemed good unto Him to remove from among us our
rie end and brother Solomon b. Davies, and whereas
regard it incumbent to offer fitting tribute
of respect to his memory and to record high appeca
ton of his worth man and merchant and to express
regret at the loss Of greatly and justly esteem
ed; therefore,
Resolred That we the members of the Corn and Flour
Exchange of the city of Baltimore have learned with the
deepest and grief the death brother
friend Solomon B. Davies.
Resolved, That in the death Of Solomon B. Davies the
mercantile community of Baltimore has lost of its
most valued of valuable members and the Corn and Flour
Exchange particularly of which he was for long time
the Treasurer one of its most able aids and brightest
ornaments.
Resolred, That sympathize most sincerely with the
bereayed relatives of the deceased and offer to them that
coincidence in their heavy aicon which is BETTING
sad an occasion.
ReSolred That the Association will in body attend
the funeral of our deceased brother
Resot"ed That copy of the foregoing resolutions be
signed by the President and Secretary and transmitted
the family of the deceased
After reading the resolutions, Mr.. Kinks said I:
1t has been my fortune on various occasions to stand
among and surrounded by brethren of the Corn and
Flour Exchange, and to express to them my views and
sentiments different subjects Of interest But never,
and am confident will all agree with me- has
there arisen occasion since organization well
calculated as this to interest," impress and to call forth
the deepest tenderest emotions of hearts In the
very midst of our rejoicing the completion of great
work, Just as have attained desired haven and
entered upon possession of this noble Hall, recently
dedicated to the pursuits and purposes of trade God
His majesty hath stretched forth his taken from
our ranks one who by his general character his manly
department, uniform kindness urbanty had placed
himself high in the esteem of all who knew him. Death
it is sad 1oyes shining mark y and truly his fatal and
unerring shaft found such when it pierced the life
of Sol b. Davies. Yes, gentlemen friend and COM
panion has departed We shall no more look upon his
beaming face and noble FORM again feel the pressure
of his friendly handneyer in this world exchange with
him again the accustomed courteous greeting He has
m
OF which none has returned to reveal But gentlemen,
grief for deceased brother should prevent our
receiving the solemn lesson which this event is designed
to mpart to the living God speaks to al-speaks
tones which cannot, dare not misapprehend He
says BE We also ready Whose turn shall next {?
Will be yours, Mr.. President, mine9 The bloom
ofpresent health is guarantee of long life. Youth
vigor, friends influence, wealth, fame make sorry
work to protect from the assaults of death No
resist his attack He conquers ALL Let be prepared
let us take this warning homeet hold of
the wOrldet be wise now. So shall this event prove
profitable to u.s. and though we NAV not restrain our
grief yet our lamentations shall turn lasting
eternal benefit
William Crichton, Esq, seconded the resolu-
tions and said
Mr. Chairman-This is an unusual spectacle in
this place. For the first time in this Hall are called
together to the death one of our members and
that 100 of one who has held place deep in the hearts
OF all who had the happiness to know him These walls
should now be shrouded with badges of mourning. Sol
b. Davies is no more, and assembled gentlemen
to express heartfelt at the loss we have
tanned 1t was my good fortune to be honored with the
intimate acquaintance of Mr. Davies esteemed and vene
rated father, and to receive at his hands, in my early
days many personal kndnesses. This acquaintance nat
rally and ntuvely led to an intimacy with the deceas
ed fifteen years ago, which continued and ripened until
the wasting sickness which has terminated his life obi
Sed him to retire from the active pursuits his
profession. may therefore be permitted to speak what
know and to say that in everything which constitutes
the accomplished gentemen-the merchant of high honor
and integrity, and the warm and constant friend he was
the embodiment and an example to those around him.
Graduated college with the highest honors in the class
World IN
strengthen and enlarge his mind with practical observa
tion with the men and manners of Europe Returning
he adopted the early vocation of his father
embarked into the busy of mercantile life which
he followed with much success, impressng all with his
kindness and gentleness of disposition Upon the or
ganzatOn of this Association in 1858 elected its
Treasurer, in which position he faithfully served until
1885, when his declining health admonished him to
tire from all offices which added to the abors of
cia life. But he is gone He is more, except in
the force of his example And, Mr. Chairman, great as
is loss, will rejoice if this event NAV tend to
soften the aspirtes and to allay the unkiad feelings
which the excitement of business too often alas
creates and that it may be the of calling back our
thoughts to the frequent contemplation of those
things which belong to eternity; and may We
so live, that when the summons comes to Join
The nnumerabe caravan that moves
To that mysterious realm, where each shall take
His chamber in the silent halls of DEATH
we may, like him, we mourn.
Sustained and soothed
By an unfalering trust approach the grave
Like one who draws the drapery of his couch
About him, and lies down to pleasant Dreams
of the Corn and Flour Exchange Association to
meet in the hall at nine o'clock this morning for
the purpose of proceeding to his funeral.
TRoTTING MATCH AT HERRING RUN-A Fire mile
foot Rdce.-Quite an exciting trot came off yester-
day on the Herring run course between James
Wards black mare Lady Jane, and J. Peiifer's gray
mare Lady Shaao. There also a trot between
James Wards black mare Flora, and d. Stevens
bay gelding Tim. Between the trots, a foot race
of five miles, for one hundred dollars was run by
lOUng Mort, of New York. and William IV1ITocE
of Mary land There quite a respectable at
tendance, and the best order prevailed. The first
trot excited considerable interest and much betting
was done, Lady Jane being the favorite. The
horses got beautiful start, but Lady .Sha,o found
it difficult matter to keep her feet and at the same
time keep pace with the black mare, and she broke
badly. The two first heats were won by Lady
Jane follows
Mile heats-best tw % in three. Purse 5000.
James Wards blk. m. Lady Jane, IL
j. Peitfer's or. m. Lady Shdlc, %
Time-257; 2.5714.
The second race did not excite much interest and
was won easily by Flora, mile heats-best two in
three-purse 500. Time 3; 2.52.
James Wards blk. IN. Flora, IL
D. Stevens b. G. Tim, %
The foot race created vast excitement. The men
came to the scratch stripped with the exception of
light annel shirt and slight protection around
the hips. The running was beautiful and excellent
time was made. Young Sport, however, won
easily, and the exertion appeared to affect him but
shSutly. Deller llme WOulu no QOuDC nave been
made, but the weather was extremely sultry. The
following was the result lst mile 5.13 2nd do
639, 3rd 7.l5, 4th 62S, 5th 6.25. Total, 80 minutes
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND.-Y esterday morning
the annual commencement of this institution took
place at the New Assembly Rooms, and was attend
ed by large and intelligent audience. Voandts
Brass Band was in attendance and discoursed ex-
cellent music. AT ten o'clock the exercises COM
menced by PRAYER being offered by Rev. DR..
Edward Dalrymple,. President of the Institution.
The following was the programme: Address-The
influence of the fine arts upon national character,
by William Reynolds. Music. Address-Oliver
Cromwell, by Henry McEderry. Music. Address
The progress of human knowledge, by Joseph
S. Hopkins. Music. Veedictory address-The
pleasures and profit of classical studes by VIM
s. Pinkney. Distribution of medals; reading of
the mandamus by Hon. j ohm p. Kennedy. Confer
ring of degrees by Rev. DR.. Edward A. Dalrymple
Benedction by Rev. George M. c. Roberts. The
gold medal of the preparatory department was
awarded to David S. Denison. The University is
IN very prosperous condition.
SCHOONER NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Virginia Lar
erty, of Elizabeth city, N. c., Capt Hobbs, from
Caribbean Sea, ladened with guano for Baltimore,
and consigned to A B. Morton Sons, has been
totally lost. She put into Key est on the 9th in
slant, for water, and sailed again on the 9th. On
the l4th, in the Gulf Stream during a heavy
squall and high sea, vessel rolling heavily, she
sprung a leak. One pump was kept constantly
working, and the Captain bore up for Wilmington,
heaviy-her rail under and deck full of water, and
finding both pumps unable to keep her free, (she
having four feet of water in her hold hOisted sig
nal of distress, there being several vessels in sight
at the time. The brig OBrien, of Macbrasport,
ran down, and several of the crew of the Virginia
Larerty went board the brig for assistance, but,
before any could be given her, the schooner went
down. In the meantime the Captain and remainder
of the had taken to the boats and reached the
brig safely. The vessel, cargo and freight are in
sured in offices out of this city.
Property SALEs.-Yes esterday, Messrs. Gibson &
Co. sold at the Exchange Sale-rooms, a lot of
ground situated on Oilers alley, near Charles
street, having front on the alley of q feet G
inches, and depth of 25 feet inches. Improved
by a two story brick building. Purchased by
Samuel Ready for ST ,250 Also lease for ninety
nine years, renewable forever of lot of ground
having front of IS feet Dolphin street, at the
intersection of Eutaw street. Purchased by j.
Rogers. Jr., for S5.75 per front foot.
Col. S. I'll. Cover sold on the premises lot 10.
100 on South side of Bank street, between Broad
way and Argyle alley, with front of 20 feet and
depth of IS. Improved by two story and attic
brick dwelling and back buildings, and subject to
an annual ground rent of S35. Purchased by
George Cooper for 1910.
SWIMMING IN THE FALLs.-There is practice
prevailing among the boys of swimming in Jones
Falls, at different points within the city limits to
the great annoyance of persons who are compelled
to pass the localities where they are indulging in
this sport. The Police Department are determined
to put stop to it, and yesterday Henry Seabold
YOUTH .'was arrested on the charge and confined
in the Central police station. He was fined ST and
costs by Justice Hiss.
CHARGE OF VIOLATING THE LOTTERY LAws.-Yes
terday Alexander Milroy was arrested by officer;
Woods and Chambers, on the charge of violating
the lottery laws, by selling lottery policies. He
was taken before Justice Boyd, who held him in