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Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24
The Grsut Poli.IeaI Failure ofthe Day.

Under this caption the New York Herald thus refers
to the nomination of Bell and Everett showing conclu
vey that IL is all party trick the part Of some Of
the Republican and Democratic papers to be calling the
Baltimore ticket political failure
Tle party press without exception, affect TO regard
the Baltimore nomination Of the Union candidates for
the Presidency and Vice Presdeucy-Bell and Everett
a signal failure the greatest Of the present day
The Democratic and Republican journals vie with each
other In applying all OF disparaging ephets and
uickuames these gentlemen and endeavOring show
that Candidates they nothing Among these
journals are the Richmond Enquirer the Albany Atlas,
Argus and Evening Journal and the New ork Tribune.
One calls Bell Wig, another calls him old fogy,
third saws he is dull aud fourth that he is miserable
abstraction. The Democratic journals take care to tell
Us that this nomination injure their party, while
is likely 10 uict serious mischief on the Republicans
The Republican journals the contrary labor TO prove
that u possibly affect the success Of Republican
ISM but may do some damage 70 the Democracy at the
South The truth is that both Of journals partly
right The Democracy may be defeated by Bel and Ev
erett in Kentucky North Carolina Tennessee aud other
Southern States and the Republicans nav be defeated
by the candidates in Penns v1nia New Jersey and
Indiana.
why DO these journals take so much pains TO runhe
Union candidates down if they really amount TO nOhingg
We rather suspect that il Is because they hnd them for
mdable opponents in the present state ofpares and po
hcll complications Bell and Everett both respect
able and able men, and about the safest that could be
nominated under existing circumstances A for H0us
ton OF whom much has been said he would not be by
any safe man for President OF the United States
he Is not conservative. would be very likely TO plunge
me country into war and furthermore, he is very much
Of hunbng.
We eanno. yet ssu what the Democratic party win DO
Al present Is 10 STATE Of dsntegraton; and Il should
eopunas y p'ai condition. and the eonasgEsEe masses
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24
THE WHEAT PROSPECT.
p ofbs UJ;1

To the Editor of the Wing.
have observed that in pursuance of custom, honOred
only by time the mers and grain spectators have, by
repeated and widespread communications in the public
prints produced the impression that the present wheat
crop of this State is magnificent and that its yield will
be of miraculous abundance These predictions for they
nothing more, biennaly made, in the Fall and
early Spring, when the young plant invgoraed by verna
heat and showers gives promise too often deusivey) OF
a plentiful harvest. These writers unmindtul that
the wheat after running the gauntlet through all common
psrs and diseases such Fly Jointworm, Smut, Rust
the frost of winter and host of Others, has of late
wears TO encounter a far more formidable enemy in
new malady, which may be called Rust upon the Leaf
This disease has made its appearance through our section
h the last three crops the present included, during the
month OF Nav 1t is identically the disease well de-
sribed by communication in your semi weekly issue OF
the 18th subscribed Hanover" with the mmaterial
cepton that is invariably preceded accompanied
10y whitish mould upon the lowest blades enclosing the
stalk This and dangerous enemy has attacked the
wheat in this and tue surrounding counties for the last
three crops generally after the plant has headed but
very frequently before and it this latter case, prevent
ing large proportion from heading at all Ii Is most
iusduous in its operations making its appearance sud
denly, aud spreading with amazing rapdity. 1t is the
opinion of many of sagacOus farmers that
present crop will be lessend in most distressing degree.
For description of this affection refer your readers to
the communication of your correspondent Hanover
This has been written elicit reports from different por
tiOns OF the State.
VICINITY OF WILLIAMSBURG.
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The TIeI.etIn Florida.

The Florida Sentinel the leading Opposition paper in
Florida and an able defender of the Constitution and
the Union thus heartily and cordially endorses the nOmi-
nation Of Bell and Everett:
1--WE have not time to notice the above illustrious
names chosen as will be by referring TO the teegr-
phc in another column, by the Union Convention
10 be their Standard bearers in the coming Presidential
contest We would not desire a better nomination.
They indeed characterize the Convention. Mr.. Bell OF
all others is the Or the times. OF vast learn
ing a statesman OF the highest order patriot OF the
pures character bold and Independence decidedly pre-
fer him to any man in the whole limits of the Union
As to Everett agree with the Savannah Republican
in saying that
As to Everett when We speak Of him, We feel that
we are teading on sacred ground Who speak i'll of
such man We cannot believe that he has an enemy
in the broad limits of the Union"
We endorse the nomination heartily. We cordially
endorse it, We will stand by it, and confidently believe
that the success of this ticket will naugurate new and
glorious era in the political affairs of our country"
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24

should rally around Bell and Everett these men would
be found very far from despicabl candidates But it is
o. ec ed against them hat tley have no platform ln
that very fact consists their strength. The absence oil
platform is greatest of platforms in the present critical
condition Of the country for opposes the agitation OF
the slavery question the pabulum of all the politicians
and demagogues North and South and the only source
OF danger the Union. 1t is this which, above all other
things will commend the candidates TO the great mass OF
conservative voters, who heartily sick OF the revolu
onsry Republicans of the North and the revolutionary
freeaers and secesoniss of the South. On the whole
viewing the horoscope Of the political heavens we think
the nomination of Bell and Everett is good, and that 1t
may turn out highly important in its bearing on the two
great parties of the day and the interests oithe coun
try at crisis in it, history without parallel since the
foundation of the government"
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24
It.Rcceptionint south.

As we mentioned on yesterday, we doubt whether any
nomination has ever been received in all the Southern
States with feelings OF greater Joy and exultaton than
.b.t Of BELL and EyERErT Not Opposition journal
that has vet reached US from any Of the Southern States
bar Is filed with glowing articles in commentator OF our
noble ticket. We wish we had space for even TWEEN
tisth part OF them We take, however the following
admirable editorial from the Kinds county Mss Gazette
as a specimen Of the whole.
cit is with feelings of no ordinary satisfaction and de-
rtt that we to-day announce readers the nomi-
nation bv the Baltimore Convention, of John Bell, of
Tennessee for President and Edward Everett Of MaSsa
chuse,ts for Vice President is scarcely necessary for
us 10 saw that We shall give the nominees hearty and
MISREPRESENTATION support We could not do otherwise
tor of an living statesmen have preferred them, in
the present fearful condition of the country, for the high
positions for which they have been selected, and for
which they are so emineuty endowed by nature, so well
suited by requirements asd worthy by experience IN
pub De concerns.
Br. we are by no means alone in our delight and en-
,husiam 40 the proudly successful abors OF the Conyen
rlon Confidently can SAY, that a ticket could not
possibly have been constituted more entirely and uniyer
sIy acceptable 90 the great conservative and constltu
oga element not only Of this county, but OF the whole
State of Mississippi The friends OF the Constitution the
Union and the legal rights of the South star Of
hope En- these nominations and patriotic exutatiou and
hearty congratulations upon every tongue. No nom
nations were ever better receyed-nO nominations ever
inspired patriotic party more thoroughly.
John Bel aud Edward Everett are too well known to
orr readers 20 require a word OF Introduction az our
hands Their personal history character and principles
are TAR above the reach OF SANDER, and are linked with
the brightest pages Of the civil history Of the country
tor the past thirty wears, aud constitute at once pledge
I'd. safety, and 30 har5rger OF brilliant success. The
GOOD work So ausp,coU>.y commenced at Baltimore
m 90 on ne confidently believe until grim islge sec
.i5usism and auatcism, u all their moustr0us forms
- crushed 90 the earth-uutl victory crowns the pat
riot brows OF Be and Everctuutii the sacred require
..ut- of OBJ, C5usu Jon are once more regtrded-and
until the American Uaiou again becomes the pride aud
,a. hope of civil aud religious liberty throughout the
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24
A GREAT orrpAnF

An abduction Of a young lady from Tennessee took
place at Mr. Abbotts Spingler Institute corncof 9Th
Avenue and Sith street. Saturday evening" under very
extraordinary circumstances.
It appears that Gen. Byuum, of Tennessee upon the
solicitation of Miss Phpps Of Tennessee was permitted
visit Der relative, aud that 10 public with
Others, and once in private, assumed relative he
had seen her.
On Saturday last some things had indicated that Gen.
Bynums visit was not in the character of a relative
whereupon enquiries made respecting him the St
Nicholas Hotel and good were found for not
permitting any other visits He then promised upon his
word of honor, as man and gentleman, not to visit
the Institution any more, and that he would forthwith
leave the city. This promise he did keep, but on
Saturday evening" the very day of the promise he
ed his visit to the institution and sent his card to Mrs
Abbott. The card received and Mrs. Abbott ap.
peared and about the time Miss Phipps also voun-
tary appeared.
The plan of Gen. Bynum apparently was to get into
the house. through Mrs Abbott, aud them when in by
precOncert to carry the young lady Off They had both
been previously well acquainted in Tennessee
Now ensued Mrs. Abbott wished Miss Phipps
to withdraw, she wished to see Gen Bynum alone
Miss p. went into the hail. but Gen Bynum followed,
saying che bad no secret from Miss p" Mrs A. replied
"All conversation must be in my presence" He then
whispered lew unknown words to Miss p who after
wards stepped up to Mrs A.. and in very aectonate
manner, said, 81 must bid YOU good bye
Mrs. A then threw her around Miss p. to retain
A. away. Mrs A. then seized upon him, and called for
assistance. General B. threw her from him. with such
violence and nsued manner almost to PROSTATE her
upon the floor.
The young lady then moved toward the carriage
Mrs. A. followed nsructing her 10 return. The teach
and young ladies Of the family then rushed out join
ing in the remonstrance and crying out shame shame
shame As she stood at the carriage STEP the specta-
tors say she paused moment clasped her hands look
ed upward, and in deadly palor, seemed to hesitate
about the fatal step.
Gen. Bynum then put his arms around her, urged her
into the carriage and they rolled away. Mrs. Abbott
followed into the street. and with loud calls begged the
spectators to interfere and arrest the deed of violence
The whole transaction occupied but few moments
General Bynum and Miss Phipps are now at the st.
Nicholas, probably married cOuple-he result doubt
less, of previous arrangement in Tennessee.
similar outrage occurred in Philadelphia a few days
ago. where young gentleman from the South, off
with school girl and married her. and privately obtain.
possession of her by writ of habeas corpus.-N y.
Ecening Express, 2lst.
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The RATIFICATION MEErING-The meeting to ratify
the nominations made by the Constitutional Mon party
held last night at Liberty Hail. of the largest
gatherings assembled in that spacious saloon VIM
H. Fewle ESQ., presided and introduced to the assembly
Hon. II. Maynard, of Tennessee who made most
eloquent speech which was received with loud applause
Hon. H. b. Vance of n c., followed in one of tue most
entertaining humorous sound and searching speeches
delivered in this city. The meeting adjourned with
three cheers for North Caana and Tennessee and three
for Bell and Everett During the meeting delegation
appeared from the First Ward with music flags and
transparencies and received with enthusiasm
ALsr Gdzefkp
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DID stpntOns obtained for proper division OF tne
spos among them. OF all animals the face oil the
cirh Virginia Democrat is the most spanietlke, When-
ever the poils Of Office involved. He can be con
verified in almost the tUnklug of an eve from soaring
Fire-cater into grOveling "Dirteater" And the con
dton of the Virginia Democracy the present time Is
that Of the Drt-eater."
But We shall wait patiently and see whether, in fact
the faithful Will direct their footsteps to the Southern
Rights Democratic Convention at Richmond or to the
SCATTER Sovereignty FreesO Convention at Baltimore
Although We have opinion of the alternative they
will adopt do not choose to arragn them until the
question is finally decided, one way or the other.
Low Fling at Mr. Everett.
The leading Democratic organ, of Tennessee, the Nash
vile Union, and Ansr,eai makes tine following 10" and
disgraceiul fling at Mr.. Everett
The assembled wisdom Of the party with ha'fadozen
names having nominated John Bell for President, com
1leted the farce by nominating Edward Everett, who
writes Tor the New York Ledger, for Vice President
Upon which the Nashville Patriot remarks, that il is
hardly surprised to 6ud this ding OF the purest
patriots, most upright gentlemen aud most profound
scholars In the country from political opponent Nor
DO ue consider at all unfair If the fact that Mr. Eve
rett has "0rtten for the New York Ledger. under the
tauces aud for the noble purpose which inspired
his pen ground for reproach then it is right that lie
should be held to But the Union and A"er'-
r IS altogether mistaken if il suppose5 that Mr. Eve
rett viii De injured 10 public estimation by one OF the lo
hest acts OF dsnerested patriotism and beneyoenee oil
modern times It is well known that Mr. Everett de'o
.,d 40 au early period his bors aud his great talents
TO aid u the purchase Of the home aud tomb OF Wash
incon TO be c0usected as the exclusive property oil
the American people In the OF this work, the
proprietor of the New York Lsiyr proposed to give Mr.
Everett. ten Hoayqnd dollars for article each week
tor twelve months for publication in that paper The
proposition was accepted the money was PAID and every
dollar of it was paid over the Ladies' Mount Vernon
Association This is the ground and this the consdera
ION on which Mr. Everett wrote for the New York
LEDGER" and he performed his contract as he performs
the trusts Of every position to which he has ever been
csUed-uith the utmost ability and fidelity His contri
buttons TO the New York Ledger charmed and instructed
hundreds Of thousands Of the American people who hold
him in the highest estimation, both for the delight his
5ors afforded them and for the purely disiuterested
motives which prompted hm-a devoted attachment to
the Union. and love and yeneraon for the "Father Of
his country"
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dent and Vice President of the Unitnd States hoping
thereby all sectional feeling may be allayed and the
North and the South may again learn to appreciate each
other.
ResolUed That we are fully satisfied TO take the Con-
sution as our platform and guide in all future political
movements as adopted by the Baltimore Convention.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24

On Wednesday morning. 23 ant HENRY WALLACE, in
ant OF James and Harriet scate aged3 months and u
days.
His funeral will take place at 70 o'clock this day. from the resi-
dence Of ros W. Brockenbrough OF Clay and ih streets
The friends OF the family respectfully invited 70 attenL
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24

$4,000 FOR a DURHAM BULL.-We learn from tle
SPIRIT of the Times that John g. Meem, Of Lynchburg
has purchased from Simeon Lelnd of New York, a Du-
ham Bull of remarkable beauty, for s. 800.
The bull was raised by Mr. Leland on his farm in
Westchester, n y and comes from line of ancestry
all Of which remarkable for taking on fat in es-
chewing horns and bones He has beautiful silky coat
is of creamy white, and weighs nearly three thousand
pounds.
1t is said the estates ofMr. Mean are the finest on
the banks Of the Shenandoah river in the valley of Vr-
gnia and include five thousand broad acres in the
highest cultivation Upon this lordly expanse Craze
hvndred head Of cattle and horses, every
thing apperaining this princey establishment being
upon the most comprehensive sale
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24
UNFORTUNATE AEFAIR

Mr.. G. w. A. RANE SHOT BY HIS SoX IN-LAw, J. B.
DUScAN.-From private despatch received in this city
last night from Bristol learn that Mr.. e. W. A Raine
proprietor Of the Wise House." in that place. shot
yesterday by his sonn.law j. B. Duncan and il is fear
ed MORALLY wounded. Duncan resides at Three Springs
few miles from Bristol and difficulty taking place be-
tween him and Mrs D., Mr Raine's daughter Mr.. Rane
went yesterday to convey her to his home On arriving
at Duncans, however fight took place with sticks be-
tween Messrs Raine and Duncan, but eventually in the
scuile, both parties drew pistols of which fired,
striking Duncans hand. The parties then separa-
ted and Mr.. Rane had started home when Duncan got
a shot gun and shot him in the back OF the head and
neck Mr. Rane is well known in this city where he has
many friends who will regret TO learn of the melancholy
affair, and is a brother of our townsman, Mr. Charles j.
Raine.-LynehJ'rg Republican, ODD.
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MARRIED.
DIED.,

At Oakland, California, the residence Of Gen R. W Heath
April 18th by the Rev. Mr. AkerlY Ledt N WlCKFFE,
Army to JOSEPHINE NJ daughter OF the late Jas Allen OF Rich
mOnd, Va.
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THE POISONING GASES AT WEYMOUTH. MASS.

Inn OI'VNi.'' S4h'L4' NJ w lei hOO III mAOH'
BosToS, May 22-The investigation by the Coroner's
jury in the late mysterious death Weymouth has re-
suited in declaring that Betsey Frances Trrel poison
ed with strychnne which has also been discovered in the
remains Of her elder sister, Mary who died about three
months previous.
Both girls found to he encente. Hersey is in jail
heavily ironed. His examination will take place this
week
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24
ST. MIC H0LAS HOTEL,
BROADWAY

NEW YORK
NHEN completed Fix years ago, the ST. Nicholas unye
w sally pronounced the most magnificent, Convenient ll
thoroughly organized establishment OF the hind a
What II then Il remains o-day--wthou rival sze IA
suptuousness and 10 the general elements Of comfort enjoy
ment Tie Hotel has for 1000 guests ncu
100 complete suites OF apartments for families hundred per
be comfortably seated tables public
dung aud nothing that modern has devised
Ve1ence ard social qualification Of the travelling public hs
omitted 10 It's plan ors neglected he practical details The early
reputation Of the house at home abroad derived from
ntude It's superb appointments and It's h0meke comforts anil
Injuries has been enhanC ed by the unEeae NrnS
NJ the prophetors. TRFADWELL WHiTCOMB a 20.
am
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sixDs slssApAnuLA-AllhOugh serous generally
Inherited y possible for those born with perfect sound
constitution 20 become scroulou from living improper Diet
exposing themselves mephte gases or malaria from inactive
geon AL OF which impair the vitality Of blood rendering
ekened and nnAmed until erupons break upon
face the body this exgeney nothing Is emeacious
SANDS sARsAPARILA purify the blood. promote healthy
circulation strengthen functional organs the
effect radical ma22-dctviv
myer's Miraculous Vermin Destroy
err the oldest and best remedy for RkTs
MICE CoCRROAoHEs, BUGS. ANTS, MOSQUITOES, FLEAs.
MOTHS GRAINwoaMs and GARDEN INSECTS.
ssy- Principal depot, Gl2 BROADWAY, NY.
Sold by all Druggists everywhere. myl6-d3n
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$4,000 WORTH OF DRY GOODS,
AT COST FOR CASH,
TO CT non ~ GIN II &C

RARE opportunity offered 10 all supply ihems lives With
N Fresh Rich Goods at from 80 80 cent below regular
prices $1,000 worth OF Spring and Summer silks thrown on
The counter and marked down without regard to cost to save them
from the auction room.
OgAnde drenadne and Barege Robes marked down TO hall
cost All desirable articles prime costfrom paper Of pms
up
Farmers and manufactures stock Of best goods
for ssrvants Summer end Winter Clothing, u cost
pyA PERKINS 4 o., III Eagle square
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-05-24

- H. OWNS A. NJ University OF Virginia, late Professor Of
-. Greek at Richmond College, and p b. STANARD graduate
land formerly Professor a) the Virginia Military Insi
uie will open MALE BOARDING SCHOOL at Huguenot Springs
Powhatan county, on the LIST October next
Particulars will be stated notice, and apple tions for
circulars through the Richmond oce promptly attended to
after 18th July. my4- d&cawtlstJuly
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NEW AND RICH JEWELRY,
WATCHES, DIAMONDS, SILVER AND PLATED
WARE
8 a M Y z r s

STREETS, RICHMOND VIRGINIA.
IIAs Just received In addition his already rge and q
extensive ssJortmenis, beautiful collection OF all - a.
the latest and elegant styles OF Watches, Jewely e
Silver and Plated Ware.
Watches by the following celebrated makers
jules Jurgensoa Adams sans David Taylor, Henry Rey
mcnds Lemon Alfred Layale and other celebrated mskes
nIAMONDs-A very large aud rich assortment OF Diamonds
and other precious stones
Diamonds, PC arls, Opal, Carbunce Garnet Coral Cameo
ONYX IN FUIL ASD HALF sErrs -
Also spec ices-B azan Perscopic Pebbles Sc. In gold
silver and steel frames Clocks Cutlery nJewey OF every de-
scdpton.
public respectfully invited examine the above before
putch 'slng. 3 A Mfths,
Main and Pear SIS
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BRILLIANT AND FASCINATING NOVELS!
PUBLISHED,
Ell urei dis,
AN ORIENTAL ROMANCE

StUGARS-2O bbls Cut Loaf Crushed, Powdered, Granu
- lated and Extra Sugar
Prime Bacon Sides and Shoulders. for sale
ma22 LEWIS WEBB 4 JOIN G. WADE.
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~ RRLSR RYE FLOUR
A-O 9 hhds prime Bacon Sides
$50 Todds Extra Sugar Cured family Hams
In store and for tale by
.my2t w H. PLEAsANTS.
A CARGO OF No. 1 POTOMAC HERRINGS,
"A expected daily To arrIve consisting of-Crt Gross
my24 W H. PLEAsANTs, 18th at
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GUNNER CLOTHES
- Grass Linen Goats,
Black ALPACA Coats
Spanish Linen Goats,
Fancy MNseilles Coats,
White do Vests,
Grass Linen Vests
Black Italian vests
Fancy MaTseles Vests,
Cashmere and Linen Pants.
For sale by DARsAOOTT, HARRIS 4 CO..
rnv04 ll2 Main Street