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Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
o. -, Sn.rnincd In Georgin.

The Secejers' have been gioriousy sustained in the
State Of Georgia Up to Thursday asbmeetings had been
b,dmf6gfrs counties Hrt-seesa of which passed re-
solutions sustaining the Seceders aud the remaining
eighteen resoutons-not deaunciatOry of the "Sece-
tersbut expressing desire to be represented at Bal
tmore. Thus /, appears that overwhelming majority
Of the Democracy Of Georgia have endorsed the Sece
aers and will be represented in the Richmond Conven-
ton, ON Monday next It is the same case in South
Carolina Alabama, Mississippi Florida. Texas, Arkansas
and Louisiana. Ia word all the Seeding delega-
ous Charleston have been sustained by their cons
.1euts.
Where the Virginia Democracy in this grand con-
te, for the rights Of the South the part of the Cot
ton States Echo understanding side by side with
Douglas and his Northern friends in support of Squater
Sovereignty and Freesoiisn Verify verify, how ans
the MIGHTY len
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05

POLITIcs AT WAsHISGTON-7he Police c0untenancinQ
RociesThe election of Mayor takes place in Washing
to day, and will be most exciting contest there be
lug three candidates in the fed-Berrett Democrat Ma
gruder Independent Democrat and Walach Opposition
At meeting of the friends of Dr. Magruder on Saturday
night the Democrats rallied to break up the meeting in
reference to which, the Star says
De- NJ. addressed the crowd with frequent interruptions
for about hour, but was finally compelled to retire
before a shower Of stones which we're flung at him by
some towards who were there. We never witnessed a
more dsgGceu thanithat which followed and con-
timed until the meeting broke up, during which the Chief
of Police his two euenants and fourteen of his
target company" looked calmly and smlingy on and
absolutely nsulted those who appealed them for pro.
lection from the violence Of the mob.
Dr. Magruder frequently interrupted whilst speak
ing, which Is thus described by the Star:
During the delivery of this portion of Dr. Magruders
remarks every endeayOr made to drown his voice
aud break up the meeting The most obscene epthets
applied him. notwithstanding there were num-
Der Of ladies presently the FIRE bes were rung missiles
thrown at the speaker, aud cries of Pull down the
stage uttered iIOm many quarters The police, with
Captain Goddard at their head there but we are
sorry TO say, made attempt whatever to preserve
der and prevent the speakers from being interrupted
Accordingly many respectable gentlemen, finding il i'm
possible 10 hear what said and becoming Disguised
il not frightened with the action of the rowdes present.
who allowed to have full sway were compelled to
retire.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05

THE JAPANFsE ENBAssT On Friday last the japanese
visited the Patent and United States Coast Survey Off
ens in Washington and sli to have been highly de-
lighted with everything they saw. II was the intention
Of the committee having them in charge to take them
the Smithsonian Institution where Prof Henri had made
arrangements Tor their reception bn, they could be
prevailed TO accept the invitation. They have not
the least inclination 60 out but prefer remain quiet
in their rooms-and it is with great difficulty says the
Star, that the committee induce them to visit
the most prominent places. They have curiosity
see anything, but are apparently contented when
in their quarters employing their time after their peculi-
ar fashion, in either smoking, lying down, writing
They express strong desire to home immediate
y-thiS, however is the only with the officers for
in nothing do the att nd ants tke more eght than in
walking through the principal thoroughiares, and close
~ examining and making inquiries with regard to the
various objects which may strike their fancy.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
scANDALoUs NEW ENGLAND RECORD.

In Weymouth, Mass, young first seduced, and
then poisoned two of his sisters both of whom en-
ciente by him at the period of their death.
Dr. H. D. Allen, in Rutland Vt, having entered upon
a criminal connection with the wife of his most intimate
friend, got rid of his own by poison
Otis S Ward the husband Of affectonate wife and
two children, residing at Citondae Mass left them for
girl belonging to band of rowing Indians.
j. R. Burd, magistrate in Stark county Mass, de-
serted his wife and children and eoped with his
girl
Sias Rowland of Portland, N H., eloped with his
brothers wife.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
THE TOBACCO TRADE
We take the following from the monthly Circular Of
a My


The month Of May has the dulles. recorded for past
Apparent apathy the trked feature In all branches
Of the Tobacco trade discover in mediate TrJs
poet Of change from the stagaaon Parties engaged
the Tobacco Interest mani ordinary sc
t progre OF planting the result will doubtless
eSrt prominent Illence the production OF ast
complaints already made the ing NAL wtSther,
TIE demand has been Ter heavy export qua ty
Sch Of he old the market about cleared Medium and
lls br rt leaf cutting has met good Inquiry. and
becoming al other grades generally without denand
Au quotation NIL The sales COO hhds Kentucky 10
do Nrg - do County The receipts
Heavy addition end are IN excess OF corresponding period
tor the pas; years. MAsCF.CruR ToBICCO-The closing
Spng nth has produced change the onotony existing
time In hort business in all branches has
shng and aanu aci-red Tobacco has fully tymPa
z,t hence quot retained but may he deemed
Tie OF Old has been much depeed, whl- IN free
leaf have improving character The market closes
eeby, with Increasing stock Sales May, 1870 3Ic3
pkrs tine 1852 - rs pkgs. Sock June 1850 22y
ptg ; tine lsJ9, 4j,4i0
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
The IA tlcatIon nIertinr In BostOn.

The Bell and EvERErr ratification meeting in BOs-
Thursday evening last was glorious and splen-
did success. OdFaleuil Hall was crammed and jammed
TO its utmost capacity while thousands fingered on the
outside unable TO obtain admission No such meeting
in point Of numbers and responsibility has been held in
Boston for long long years. with the exception of the one
held there las. December to denounce the John Brown
raid when fifteen thousand "soId men, of Boston turn
cd out 10 give expression to their sympathy with the in
yaied and on ragged people OF Virginia On Thursday
evening last not less than ten twelve thousand OF the
citizens OF Boston assembled in Ftpeui Hall to ratify
the nominations OF BELL and E5ERETr; and they DID
rally them With pride with hearty zeal, With an honest
aud noble enthusiasm. The meeting was addressed
bv che Hon. DANIEL WARsES, Hon. SAMUEL A. ELLIOTT,
Hon D. THOMAS STEPHENSON, Hon Gso. S. HLLARD, Hon
LvyE.Err SAIroSsrAIt, General Csc i. DEyERECx and
Msior GUsr,yrs A. HEyaY, of Tennessee. 1t was a
glorious and soUstirrug demonstration, aud IS but the
roru1uer ct other equally gratifying exhibitions all over
bs country We believe indeed from the spirit thus brave
~ and proudly manifested in Boston, that Massachusetts,
m certainly cast her electoral vote for BILL and EVER
rrr aud stand forth redeemed regeneaJed and olsen
tlraud" from the degrading chains OF Black Republican
domination.
Inc n1'toh Np.ft-'f l - wa '-e' 'eI-NN7's -~e0N
of lie meeting says
The Rocking O.. the Cradle last night made the Bell
RING Loud Il was cheering pCal-such as has not Of
len sounded ~ our ear OF late Words hardly suii
ciea 90 give iu tect TO scene so inspiring, so grand
so Impressive
"In word the ball held sll it could; and the crowd
which were unable 20 gain aimittauce proved what "A
rru. sDr. has been reused n the mUlutudes inspired
by the announcement OF such glorious nominations. Il
IS Difficult, % speak Of them IN the terms to which they
are ,utteI for their mere mention at conveys the
he csares eu,ogium To all men and TO all parties
hey give at once assurance Of unsurpassed ability, Of
Isued honor of personal integrity above the reach Of
rsmptiou and awaken the earnest hope that election
nav be now e ct,d which viii give Us national admins
ration hy of the most glorious days of this any 9TH
r Republic Upon yhe whole the meeting, in point OF
numbers assembled with eager desire 10 listen to some
hing once more above prejudice, above party above the
mean narrow and yoou, chptrap of the day, but EN-
1-lc1r tue whole vast interests OF a great and noble
ouuuv-aud which was amply gratiEet by the eloquent
aud ustri1tc utreyauce- OF those who addressed it
was al that could be desired.
Thus commences tbe rolling Of the ball in behalf Of
Brt1 and E,rEg1T, in the commercial emporium of New
England; and NAV &c continue TO roll until city after city,
aad STATE after State a, the North and at the South
shall fall into Eue and strike efectual blow in defence
Of yiol.el Constitution and an imperilled Union
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
LIVERPOOL MARKET. Max1s

Bread Sfs The weather has been very wet but az the TEN
perature high vegetation progresses satisfactorily There has
been rather improved In market without
leading uy transactions OF or TO better prices FOR
either wheat -four Indian Corn yey ind Cd y or lower
but consumption continues argea return of the
Is expected The following the deliveries OF Wheat
for this week o55s qrs at 52 I'd corresponding week last
tendance Of mers from distance than some time back ar
pretty free sale for wheat at an advance Ct I'd Sd upon Baltic
and Id to I'd per GENITAL on French and prices
week for Red American the latter bringing to los Od
cordng 10 qualify Flour was more saeabe quotahy
deI Indian Corn vas much neglected and fully 81 or
Amec nmked SIS to sGs, and White SGs $50 s-
4 F., d H. MdsneA
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
A MINISTER snOr.-The Wilmington, On. G. Herald

A MINISTER SHor.-The Wilmington, IN. C) Herald
of the 30th ult, says
friend Of Rockingham Richmond county, writes US
that the Rev. John Chambers residing in the lower part of
Montgomery county, was sho. aud instantly killed
the 2Srd inst while in the act of passing through his
gate into the yard of his dwelling One of his own ne
groes Is suspected of having done the deed and has run
away, Mr.. c. was valued and pous minister Of the
gospel.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
THE Smith JUDICIAL CIRCUIT.


nv I,iOT II-I- TO I|U
10 certify the above TO be correct statement OF the
Polls for the Election of Judge for the Sixth Judicial
rcut returned by the conductors Of the several
ties and the city Of Williamsburg.
Given under my hand, this lst day Of June 1860.
WIN. II. GERBY, D. G.
lanes CITY County
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
RICHMOND MARKETS, June 4, 1850.

fB The market continue exceedingly quiet BACON e1etes
the interest," Just now holders very nim and prices
ted upward We quote Sides at lO cts Shoulders Gao
cEIEs and BREAD unchanged The foowng Is
mcntly comparative statement OF the receipts Of Wheat
Rhm nd At the Of this month viii present AInu.
al,Reyew Of the Wheat and Ploar Trade of Richmond.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05

Mons. De LAVE performed the feat of crossing tn
chasm Paterson Falls, a. j. on rope, last Thurs
day, in the presence of a number of spectators. TIL
place selected for the performance was below the Falls
where the river passes through gorge at least six hun
bred feet in width and nearly two hundred feet Deep
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
THE APPROPRIATION BLLs-ADJOURNNEyT &

WASHINGTON, June Sit is understood that at an in.
formal caucus meeting of Democratic Senator'S yester.
day it determined to push forward action upon the
appropriation bills with view to agreeing to the resou-
this be done the tariff bill and other important legislative
measures must inevitably get the go By" The Repub.
cans threaten to oppose to the bitter end any egsa ion
aordng temporary relief to the treasury by authorizing
the reissue of treasury notes
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
VIZ. E,rrc1t ON SInrcr,.


co.'s
VI, $50, o, si,v,r,.
....,....t...s.. f,,-.,s.r,;,,.l
i'ooi 1oN.'''. W '' ~
Juiou ticket IS a7 sound as CONSERVATIVE as nS'N' a.
perfectly safe for he Sou.. ans ucae, can possibly ne
w have b-s+r,-. directed ribc attention CD the lust
- r..... t-.. , ,..
''''''' "-- o'-' -. ~. -.
s-. .-ct OF southern slavery we l"'' '''"" '''' o.
far al. tle absolute soUuinc aud reliability 90 Mr. Bell
, t ..,..l i..,." is concerned be stands above re-
t,--;..,. W. t.y, 5s,..,-s-r,t-f bv
P.o-'" "-- ".o'1
ulimpeaclA'.e ana i 'e-1''' ''''' 'o' -' Wv" 'o--
aud brIlu. political record that DE ooks upon slavery
-,os an evil ana a curse AS he present Democratic Cover
s ,-.... asa ,,.r,, f,- short ,esrs ..g, blt rbt-
.'
be regards D, as o.es1i1- oou I'D --e master ana '' '-'
saye-a blessing aAe % the South, 20 tue Union, and
40 tbs World
r;..t ,, mia, md -r....rs that We nov. roir-
s.t 81. ALL l
our readers % d." '',',' az '-, ~'--
patriotic position o--asi"t 'l EDWARD -'.'''' Oh" 'e''
acs To- obj, same ,,t Of slavery ]. viii be seen thai
49, cd. r... Ne gs,- s,s-Js above and bsv0rd s1.ui-
,-.r..t.........: $50
zion %" '-' s'''. i'''''-'
DsJ.y tAc same views thereon Una. mr.. DELI uoeS Ior
lr, Northern man. nothing OF the sort could De rea-
s...-.4..rt.-- t.. ,t., al, ,r,...,.
'"l
iJ say ls iAal I'D No..-'.'. IMAM U. '.- i-''- "
On .. NJ" . ..
.- s,,.- and f- PM, .f-.1-, reason that be is will
....t.5. ..,,l r..t fr .T .t,,,rr-o- i.a. 5f the
~, ~. ..,.... B,is for -., ur1rr-. and
-. ., t..-.-. Saw. law reis .-.rn.
,.--r ,,..l...,.. ,.,,,.f,-. and ts ID FIRMLY
'pf' ~. ~. ..-,... ;-...--s...i,c IN
-. m, .. t-. oa, hold and
rue -o-''N
manly language rs u't' Lo- l-.'A' o' i'' ,-' many
Northern people do that o. is "'.fsora. n.a 'rs..-
. ...-.. f.. u, ..s.. ..,.I--.-.l..
-..t- ..r..rr. -. ed, -.-.-r te brsvaIy
-.-....-- ...,.r.... ... ..,,.-r worm
anu ...... ..-..-- ,.,-...,-
S,'Ni" No.. r,.I. 3.,o,.o,
90 Constitutional obligations aal eta. heroic regard for
, f,.- , did, welfare o. tae South aud tlc Southern
..-.-.-.... -r ~
-, -. ...-......... Ana .- to-o-.,- r.,
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05

THE CELEBRATED Bronze Doors for the Capitol mod
eed by Rodger and cast in Munich Bavaria, have arri
we'd in New York. They have cost some 100000, and
have excited general admiration abroad There Is de-
sire expressed In New York to exhibit them there public
y before bringing them 70 this city,-Nat. Int,
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
ThIrty-SIxth C0ngress--First Session.
WASHINGTON June
w ~
SENATE

The bill to settle private land claims in California was
taken up and discussed but without arriving at vote,
was postponed
bill. -l
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05

ASOTHER APPOISTNENr.-It Is understood that the
President has to the Senate the of Mr. Pres
eott Of South Carolina for the Office Of Assistant Score
tary Of State in place Of Mr. Appleton who il Is said
has been offered foreign mission.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
.T.tal bids .a,gi6 II.

The 2ec;,r OF May 80 595 hhds The inspections
Lose Tobacco ncudnS crates boxes c last month,
% 70 Us ssh against 3) 9 ts In May 80 and from Is!
~ las, to 529s $50 lbs sgAust 4OiO ga lbs time last;
season
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05

From Roo DT. RosseT, hdit0T CArIsildn Adroonf.I
sKAPLEs IsFuL1LR BAEfyG PoyDER-Al persons f,rd otu
wholesome loaf Bread biscuits batter ana
cakes may purchase this Powder with confidence III .,
are perfectly harmless, and pleasant soda ,.
&c No fear Of The Of II will make The No.
bread In the shortest possible time tine lsbos -
expense, and disapponts, the paying % 4,
reciors observed. Besides Il IL manufactured 10 Vr,
Is no invention Of Yankeedom John W Garick mAtpf,c,'
and sole proprietor Richmond Va We know him and
and reeommendit II, the best tiled. Get ani n -
directions.
rsItv
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
BALTIMORE MARKETS, June cd, P. NJ.

C1yFEETher good inquiry for C nee TO day, bat the limited
stock restricts transactions The oily sale reported leo
prime Rio 1T II II D. continue to quote Rio
for fir good AID l4 for prime aud Laguayrs
mnsl at '35 cents for the fome', and 56E cents for
tl latter.
FLOuAJhe market this morning quiet but holders
firm G2 p Dbl, for all descriptions Of Sape The only sale
reported wts 100 bb Howard Street Super at $5G2Y.
GRAs-he receipts Of Grain this morning at the Corn TX
change quite light OF Wheat 800 bushels offered and
It had advanced from bushe white sold at iiC
TO $50 cents for common TO fair 1855 to 100 cents good pu
i65 cents for choice lots red sold Tor
strictly prime COrn-0ay 1900 bushels ceiyed white
sold O IS for fair to prime, and yellow
for fair good but prime article would bring G5l69 cents
MoLAs sThere has been movement In Moass.s to-day but
the market ;Jr Il Is steady.
P.Ov oX-There good jCbbng demand for Bacon to-day
and prices have advancing tendency We
snou ders at ~ cents and 30 hds do at cents; also
1900 pieces cAnvassed Hams at u cents Lard remains 6rm
at IN cents L NJ In bbls and ieree and 2 kegs
not advised Of any transactions OF
to-day, but quote the market firm.
Wal Kfhe Whisky market today decidedly dull The only
sale have reported OF 30 bbl Ohio GEMS and
quote Guy at 81 cents q gallon.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
CANAL COMMERCE.
The iolloRing il a

The following ia comparison of the shipments
hence Of iundry articles. By James River and KAnawhs
oa'al;
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
SHOOTING CASE At ALEXANDRIA-ATTACK
WITH 4 KNIFE AND REPULSION WITH 4 Pts

ALEXANDRIA, Va, June l, P. MA young man named
Courtenay Brent son OF John Brent of this place, was
today shot here by his broher-in law, Dr. VI. NJ Lewis
Of most estimabe physicians. Various reports
exst--the most probable OF which is that this morning
unpleasant words passed between the parties that Brent
went home armed himself with large knife and pro.
cceded to the doctors dwelling Ga his way he avowed
his intention TO kill the doctor Oae of Brents brothers
left to the Doctor but got there late Courte-
nay Brent, arm d and determined reached the doc ors
house and commenced the attack The doctor fred the
ball passing through bis assaihnts writ The ass lant
then changed The knife to the other hand and advanced
second ball fired by the doctor cred Courtnay Brents
rsde aud a third took effect the cheeE-bone and
glanced when he fell On the appearance of the father
Of Brent the doctor discontinued his fire. IL does not
appear that the wounds mortal The standing of the
family such excite much interest in the case. The
doctor addressed note to the mayor apprng him of his
readiness obey any summons but the clearly
OF self defence that call has been made upon him.
Young Brent, il well known has a unfortunate
temper which for the sake of himself and his ions
all hope will be bet er disciplined hereafter
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
-, WHILE THERE IsIrn

49, THERE'S HOPE, truIsn that every sufferer "a, :,
test When suffering With cramp choc with headarbs ~
cholera morbus with dyspep that arise from a.
dered stomach and indig esonhow many OF would cling
single hour but FOR the hope that remedy would r
self-some healing medicine would be found Reaoer n, -
with either all Of these dseAsesi So you rssl
no longer. BlKER's PRENUN BITTEAs the greatest 49,
dote yet dscoveredthe only remedy brought 70
exactly suited your Take them ADD BE- hespd WV 40
fer all the pangS OF death, when specific from '
Why rely upon the sloT prescriptions Of eXpermenia so A.
nay err, but Nature miss when balm for al you -
IL easily obtained. Try fes bottles and you E a ou,e
removed beyond
''The Slough Of Dcspond."
These Bers entirely innocent In their compoLos
may be taken by all snd without the sghtss, lea,
jmy
To be had Of Messrs ADIE GRAY PURCELL LAM
co. and by all prominent Druggists IN this city, Gnd essub
vrgnis and by O. ST001T, Washington CITY D. C.; CASRy
GILPIN CO., Baltimore NJ. D.. B. A. BAHSRsToCK A o.
Phls Ielpha, and BARNEs PARK, New York w.
Orders flied by addressing Z. BAKE2, Proprietor
sp3-d1c Gchncnd. Va
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY.
CAROTINE COUNTY.

The above returns indicate Judge Pitts triumphant
by an immense majority.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05
NEW YORK AND DOUGLAS.

George N Sanders on the floor of the House TO-
day. He reports the New York delegation nov for
Douglas, and when Douglas reaches one hundred and
ntyour votes it is understood that the Virginia Del
egation to wheel into his line. John Stryker while
here assured various persons that New York would vote
for Seymour at Baltimore provided the South would
support him The Breckenridge interest promised this
with the understanding that, failing to get Seymour
New York should go for Breckenridge. Stryker an
nounced himself commissioned to make arrangements
for the New York delegation.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05

ONE OF WV. c. PREsToS's SrEEcHEs.-One speech of
VIM Preston, beyond aud above everything else, We
recoect as having most fully taken captive
and paralysed our IL delivered the old
Log Cabin in Richmond, in 1910 during the Harrison
campaign, and came the close Of the struggle after
such succession Of brilliant and mpas toned harangues
perhaps Richmond will never hear again, from Gov
Barbour, Benjamin Watkins Leigh, George POindeXter,
Waddy Thompson, ". c. Rivgs and Hugh S Legare.-
The cabin was filed TO overlooking The speech lasted
about two hours. At first, there the frequent and
loud applause Of excited plrtsan., delighted with the
advocate Of their cause Then tho plaudi,s less
frequent. The spell was beginning work. The fasc
nation was deepening every moment. By and by men
held their breath to catch every word Of the than
PythoDc rage. At last their knees began knock TO-
gclher there seemed some impending desoation in the
word, of the speaker he described the future OF the
country, and the ire it were vsiby de5cended upon
Martin Van Buren, who blasted, incinerated by his
imperial in the presence Of the assembled universe.
Never have Witnessed such scene before since
We wonld not TO witness such another. We would
not be bere of faculties, should fear the Cir
transformation of Comus, could hear the like
again. IL exceeded all we had imagined of Sher
1u all that had ever been suggested to of MirAbeau
-Petersjwg Express.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-06-05

The following is the for Commonwealth Attor-
ney for Caroline county at the election held the oath
May, 1860: