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ELEGANT CARPETINGS
- EXON ENGLAND DIRECT.
just received per ship "-ax"rla," ia New York
50 5sd rP t.s superior BRUSSELS PETiSGs, d.
Halifax. Yorkshire. comprising some tWsntv en- :,
r. /, new aud elegant designs, which we are cow
10 bsles real SCOTCH INGRAM, manufac-
tured In Dundee, which are thicker, better cni"rs
and lower priced than the American mafe -
, Al.3, 10 bsles IMPERlA AL THR EE- Ply CAR
fEllNSs, In new and beautiful colors and de-
Br IS, els. ~ D'seo"
bales very low prlcei ALL WOOL and
WORSTED CARPEfING, some as low ~ ., 81 a.
81: and 81 cents, very rich cnlors. =" 80 ~
Offices. &c s 'oins' noiis'
10 rolls rWILLED and Plain Tbomosonville
VENaIlAN CARPETING, all widths.
Having purchafe led the.e goods at less rat an than
Is usually attained by the trade, we are dererminsd
20 MAKE It real saving to all housekeepers IN want
vance On the COST. Call and see "1
No am.,k., CLASETr DoDSON.
ap H-eo6t '''"'" Oh
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MISCELLANEoUS-C w b; MARYLAND. n, san D:
sen.t" LeEeret OF Mass Moore Consul Gen. British
10 the IreP!estIble Tape h"retsrHally "couLIc
Win Uncle ans Cuts the Constitution and whose mn
and food Is Niger, Niger"
III LRrTERs MUST IN ALL CASKS BE Pssp,rn.
April 4. wM Homes u Al
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LOST AND FOUND.

'STRAfED OR STOLEN-From the subscri-
- Der. on the lCth Instant light grew -
HORSE. about l4,l hands high. A suita- IN
PIE reward Will be given for any inforna-NN
ton by which he may be found
JAMES w. DAVIS
ap list Cor. Fifth and sts near Boundary.
STRAIED OR STOLEN-From the subscribr
~ on the l2th instant a dark bay HORSE ~
with a scar on the left side of the neck IN
cfuSed by bleeding him; AID the hair re-NA
moved from the right side by the trace. suitable
reward viii be given to any one returning him To
Inc at Tennaytown. John J0NES W
ap 1857
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Two HUNDRED
l. FRENCH WORK SETS
COLLARS AND SLEEVES
at Seventy five Cents worth So
,,i a noSl Dcautliu lot of St Ettienpc LACE BER-
IHAS for evening wear. "
+. II. MADDOX
No. 3l9 Seventh street
up l4-> ,T,TH.N below the Northern ma K tt
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he would fail to abandon Mr. D. long before the
time for making the nominations were made
Nor is 1t likely that Mr.. . position as Douglass
managing man is relished much more by his
southern supporters who are around the Canito,
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ENoFlCE.-First Ward Democrats ,nti-
~ Know Nothing Pioneer Assoc atiop Iii
meet al Stott Hall, corner Twentieth street nj
- III a, axenn Due, on TUESDAY EVENING. April
vyu p,c,-,B RANDOM, President
~. ININI'II secretary ID CT
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WE HAVE JUST RECEIVED FIVE MORE
~ e Eayen 4 Racon's maguI6 cent 60
IT en- m OF the public. We have also on: W.
ha nd large selection of other celebrated manuf,c-
tur rs. knsbe & Co and Manner Gaher Also
several s Secondhand Yianos In good condition
IN consequence of our purchasing for cash ex
cns Wy enabled 10 soil low f. surs and
accommodates terms Persons will find it to their
interest %: giving MS cali before purchasing else
where. Music Dapot-cOrner of Elevln nth street
and Penn. avenue.
ap "a w. g. METZEROTT
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- nv All rs PRTZES.
Whole Tickets, S20-Hslves, St0-Quarters. as
Prizes cashed at Sigh at per cent. discount.
BILL on all solvent Banks taken at par.
drawing Will he forwarded as soon as the result
becomes known.
All orders Tor schemes or tickets to be addressed
to DON RODRIGUEZ,
ap li-tr Care of CfeS Post Charleston, s. C..
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pURE OLD RYE WHISKY.-On band several
brand of Pure old Rye Whuky, Copper DIS
titled. made by the most relIab distIers Penn
s'ivania, Mary and aGd Virginia warranted pure.
Also, imported Rrand!es, Heonessy, Otard, Dupuy
.H Co, jules Robins, &u. a lSo. Peach and Apple
brandy. pure Holland Gin. old Jamaica and st.
Crolx Rum, and Wines IF every varie,y ali of
stan lard brands. A choice lot of Cigars and To-
bacco. YOUNG Il kEPHART. Agent,
up H-Iy 2e9 Ia av., batw 9th and 10th SITS.
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Nessys. Rijgway, Scott and Others, committee.
FROM HON. HENRY W. billiard

MONTGOMERY, Ala, April ., 1861
aforementioned as 1 am 10y your invitation, it
would De very gratifying TO me 70 be present IN Rich
rro9d at the inauguration Of Harris Statue OF Henry
CLAW Unfortunately my inclination must be controlled
bv INV engagements which just now, imperiousy keep
me nearer home.
AT hi, coriuncture the work which is doubtless to
scube many of our countrymen in Richmond, while It
wildly recalls the patriotic career OF the eminent states
man. whose form is henceiorth 10 live IN marble, WILL
trust awaken with ardor that love for on, nStu-
lions which distinguished Mr.. Clay, during bis whole
public course.
I,kucw him personally observed him closely during
the proracted struggle Of 1880 and saw the hnal tn
umuh Of his measures Never did witness more earn
,s. exhibition Of patriotism; never did l witness a
proudcr triumph OF craftsmanship. To those oil US VINO
were in Washington all the difficulties which ohsruet
tie progress OF the government ana all the pers that
surrounded IT, were p1igy visible; and as the vessel
bv strong hands turned away from the leeshore aud
entered once more the broad, OPEN tranquil sea- saw
the noble satisfaction which beamed from the face OF
Henry Clay
Ills marble form viii be durabe-but still more dura-
Die will that splendid reputation be, which for hall cen
tury lmiaed this hemisphere, aid shed its glow over
the whole civilized world.
I tender nv humble, earnest tribute to the Ladies OF
Virginia who have accomplished this noble and graceful
task Some Of them know personally, and should be
most happy witness in their presence the ceremonies
Of the Inauguration.
Virginia already rich in glorious h'story-rchin the
dust OF the mighty dead who sleep in her scil-rch In
her living and daughters will SON be rch N works
Of arr. "
Washngtons majestic form crowns enc # tie heights
Of Richmond: Mr. Claws Statue is about T. be unveiled
aud do not doubt that other luxurious ard heroic
forms will presently adorn spot 50 beautiful naturally
aud so filed with patriotic and glorious memories
! have the honor 10 be,
oh.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-04-17

AUSTIN April 3D. 1860.
Gentlemen-Your invitation on behalf of the Ladies
of Virginia for the purpose of witnessing the Inaugural
ton OF the marble Statue of Henry Clay has been this
moment received.
For this mark of consideration by the Ladies of Virgi
MA can but tender my thanks and homage in return.
Ny gratitude, have no language TO express. My sensi-
bility is awakened when reflect that though son OF
the Old Dominion this is the first expression Of recogni
ton or regard that have received from the State,
and now emanating, it does from Virginia Ladies'
must entertain the belief that ! am no recreant nor
iguOble son.
regret that interesting the occasion must be, dis
lance well public duties will prevent my attendance.
Could be present. it would but manifest that which
cherish for the great whose memory is now honored
by the patriotic Daughters Of his native State. His fame
is par of the glory of the nation. This monument to
his memory will not only perpetuate noble form and
genius but will be a still further proof OF that admi-
ration Of patriots and statesmen OF country which
has characterized the Ladies of America Never
have they withheld the need of praise 10 the champions
Of liberty failed render the tribute Of gratitude to
their country's beneiactors.
Marble may well represent the person of the man in
life and poserity this must be pleasing but more de-
ghtful will be the ecolecons of his genius which will
live while history endures. His last efforts 10 the Senate,
on the Compromise of 1880 will compare well with the
DAYS of the Tribunes There he the for the
casion aud the country. He placed his foot upon amb-
tion aside all feelings but those of patriotism
struggling to the last 10 pepetuae the blessings OF free
dom to posterity unimpaired. His purposes embraced
the whole country.
To you gentlemen as the medium through which the
Ladies Of Virginia have been pleased TO honor me- beg
to tender my sincere respects.
Thine, very truly,
SAMUEL HOUSTON.
To Mes'rs Robert Rdgway, J. A. Scott, J. A. Meredith,
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-04-17
FROM I'M. MOREHEAD.

GREENSBORO, April, 1901
Gentlemen Il have the honor TO acknowledge the
receipt of an invitation through you az committee OF
the Ladies of Virginia. be present on the l2th lnst
at the Inauguration of the Statue, in MARBLE oil Henry
Clay, in the city OF Richmond.
shall certainly respond to this honored call, press
ing engagements do not prevent me.
The eminent statesman, whose memory the Ladies OF
Virginia desire to perpetuae not more distinguished
for his brilliant Congressional career, and profound
craftsmanship, than for his exalted appreciation OF and
chvaous bearing towards the daughters OF his beloved
country.
The Ladies of Virginia in thus honorng their distn-
gusked countryman, do honor to themselves, by this
tribute of respect his lofty virtues and this their no.
BILE example will be powerful incentive to our gener-
Gus YOUTH to exert themselves to rival his brilliant ca
reer.
Duly impressed with the honor done me by their kind
invitation, am their most obedent servant
And subscribe myself,
Yours respectfully,
J. NJ M0REHEAD.
Messrs Ridgway Scott Meredith, Goddin and Griffin,
Committee
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Nessrs. 70. Ridgway and others, Con
FROM THE POSTMASTER GENERAL.

CHARLESTON, s. O., March &c, 1860
Gentlemen Il beg to express my sincere thanks for
the invitation which you have kindly communicated
10 me- on behalf of the Ladies OF Virginia. TO attend and
witness the Inauguration of the Statue of Henry Clay by
Hart which is to occur at Richmond, on 18th April
As a Kentuckisn and an American citizen, should re-
oce be present this interesting occasion, but fear
that circumstances beyond my control will deny me this
qualification SHALL however, be with YOU at least in
spirit and will yield my complete sympathy to this eff
fort to honor the memory of that iusrous orator and
Statesman who, under the prOmPtngs of the most en-
arged patriotism gave near fifty years OF bis life to
his country and has inscribed his name in mpershabe
characters on mlny of the brightest pages Of history
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS in the form of statues or monumen.
tai pes-which seek to preserve the remembrance OF
such services are fitting expressions of nations graft
tuce and cannot but be regarded with PRIDE ana pleas
r IN every mart of that great republic which these
y es so sgnaly blessed 1t is touchingy appropriate,
too, that the homage proposed tobe offered TO the
pl bic virtues of one whose career was brilliant us'ra'
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FROM HON. W. n. II. SMITH.
WAsgISGTON. March 18th, !


Messrs R. Rdgway Jas. A. Scott, Jno A. Meredith, w.
Goddn, and +. Griffin. Committee.
Dear Sirs II have to acknowledge the courtesy OF
the Ladies of Virginia. extended in your letter OF the
18th inst in their invitation to be present at Richmond
on the 18th OF next month at the Inauguration Of the
Statue OF Henry Clay.
With you approaching the name and fame of one of
Vrgnias gifted SOUS whom you propose to honor
in the erection of this testimonial of regard for his
memory and estimating the enlarged national patriotism
by which long life spent in the public seeyice was dis
tnguished now much needed to assuage the bitter
ness OF sectional strife and the union from sur
rounding perils, | shall most cheerully il my public
duties admit avail myself of the opportunity OF NEE ing
with ven and sharing in the festivities OF the occasion.
Thanking the Ladies for the invitation conveyed in
your letter and yourselves for the kind terms in which
their message is conveyed,
am, with great respect, your obi seTyt
W. y. II. SMITH.
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ST. LOUIS March "a, lSOu
Messrs Robt Ridgway, Jas A Scott John A. Meredith,
W. Goddin, and F. Griffin, Richmond, Va.
Srs II feel myself specially honored in the receipt
OF your favor Of the 18th nst inviting me- in behalf OF
he Ladies of Virginia. to be present at Richmond, on
tie 9TH day of April next he birthday of the great
Cay witness the interesting ceremonies OF inau-
glra,iug the Statue of Henry Clay, which as under
sand has been planned and provided by their patriotic
bounty.
Born Vrgnian, the Ladies Of Virginia are entitled
to my highest respect and admiration, and am thankful
for the opportunity afforded me 10 join with them and
YOU in doing honor the ustriouS patriot and states
man. whose wedeseryed fame has cast so bright halo
around hi, aud our native Commonwealth.
The fame of Clay and the love OF his noble character
end gratitude for his useful services not bounded by
the lines Of States am also invited to be present and
witness the interesting ceremonies, on similar occa-
fion New Orleans the same day. But both lnclI-
nation aud duty require me obey the call OF my own
native land There can equally pay my debt OF HON
age the glorious dead and enjoy once more the plea
of seeing many of the living Ladies Of Virginia
Gentlemen thankfully accept the invitation, and un-
less prevented by unforeseen event, will be with
you on the appointed day.
Most respectfully, your ob't seryt
EDWARD BATES.
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REspECrRuLLY:
MIR sIyru ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

meeting Of the citizens Of York county held at Sm hsvie
the 9th day Of April 1850 Mr. NJ Smith was called to the
Chair and Mr. p smith appointed Secretary The object the
meeting having explained by the Chair motion Of 1eog
Buchanan Esq committee appointed TO nominate 10 me
meeting fl person candidate for the Judgeshp Ia hs
Sixth District The Committee sing Of Jas H. Lgner m
g. Smith, Thos Smith, Washington Kelum VIM b. Buchanan
c. Hopkins Geo. Mason and Geo Buchanan after retiring re
ported the following resolutions which unanimously adopted
Whereas death has removed from the position which he adorned
the late snened Hon. John Copon and thereby vacaad h
office, therefore,
Reor6d That the exercise Of the given 10 the people
ofYirna the Constitution becomes TO maxi
selection Of t and proper person to I'll the Judgeshp In thh
Circuit
fellow citizen Col Charles Mallory OF Elizabeth City county
the consideration the people Of this District with sroni
them unite his support thorough
y qualified In all respeCt for this post.
Sd That copies the proceedings OF this meeting be sent TO th
Richmond Wing and Enquirer with the request to other papers
copy. NJ. shlTh Cmn-
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THE SIXTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT.

To he Kiitor Of the Wing:
Among the many lawyers Of ability whose names have been
Gently associated with the just vacated by the death OF the
aened Jud.e Ciopon announced candidate In
your whom would call particular attention al
iude Gregory Of city Without meaning
10 dsparage The claims has
ed with the Judgeshp this Circuit would that could
bring him. discharge Of his duties OF the ee
meats necessary Judge than Ex-Governor Gregory
strong and vigorous and OF spoes In
trty experience given him by successful prac
OF than OF century no man can be found
worthy I'LL the post recently vacated by
the death Clopon speak for the other
portions Circuit In this and the adjoining counties Of
charles City where TX Governor born
and raised he has hold upon OF the people, which
will manifest itself In odds fearful his conspors the day Of
election NEW KENT.
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BAIriN0EE, March ~ Iobo.
fsrfL5gsn IL have received YOUR note OF the 18th,
inviting me on behalf OF the Ladies' OF Virginia 20 at
tend the ceremony OF iuauguraJug the Saue Of Henry
CAV b. Hart bon Richmond on the 18th OF April
beg YOU 20 assure the ladies you represent OF the
gratitude with which receive this proof OF their cous'd-
Sr.t aud 10 say 20 them that it my health viii allow
mn, %, leave home az that season. and my engagement s
DO not absolutely forbid &C. shall rejoice IN the opportu-
niy of witnessing celebration which, both ia the mo-
rive tha, Suggest. &C. sui I'm che obicc, TO which d.
rected does much honor Co the Ladies OF the state
Ibo,e nothing viii occur 20 prevent me from being
present on the proposed occasion
With sentiments Of the highest esteem for those to
whom ava indebted for this Invitation and for the Corr
mi.tes. 1 am, gentlemen,
Very truly yours,
JOHN P.kENNEDI.
r, Rijgwav J. A. Scott. J. A. Meredith ". Godcin, F..
Griffin E,gs Committee &c, &c
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a
MANSFIELD near Lexington, Ky,
March 30, 1860.
Gentlemen Il received two three DAYS since, your
very friendly and polite invitation in behalf Of the Ladies
of Virginia to attend the Inauguration of the marble
Statue of Henry Clay, by Hart, on the 18th of April
next, in the City Of Richmond.
Those Ladies well imagine how dear to the feel
ngs and heart Of son. is such manifestation of their
regard for the sire; and have to regret that in conse-
quence OF my absence from home, as member of the
Kentucky Legislature, during the entire winter, am
precluded from accepting their invitation.
Do me the favor, gentlemen, TO convey to those La
dies my highest regards and my best wishes, for their
health and happiness and say to them that nothing but
the strongest obligations of duty would have prevented
my acceptance of their invitation.
Please accept for yourselves of my esteem
Ihave the honor to be
Your obedient servant,
TH0S. H. CLAY.
Messrs 70. Rdgway, Jas. A Scott John A Meredith,
lin
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TUE VACANT JUDGEsHIP.
TIM IouN N.DAVIs, X,

vu,o John NJ DAVIS, ESQ.-The undersigned citizens
dab a. our and worthy Jidge Hon John b.
Copon by which Judgeshp ots district has become va
can't and you well qualified TO perform the du-
tss tha. once request you yourself candidate
for same pledge you our cordial and Jealous support
Andrew Il Garter, >. mhteord'
Heo. W. Bankenship, mos biuton,
Ss,h.niaI sowe Thos IA. Gofdin
John p schermerhorn Lunsord Taylor
Tbos whtefard Vim Q. Hogg,
Elijah Freddy maston DUKE
81 sno ~, pess Ford MarceIlas s. Smith,
Jas. u. Francis, maak shope'
RIehars n Tnrne. r. Jordan, MD.
n' ~ II n iu.s'' Jas II Nuckols
VIM. NJ. Thomas, '" Mathews,
Massena Bsazley John II. Dickerson,
WI Ysstmsn Benz. Joseph,
Richard N Vaughan. Nathan 3 shipman'
VIM WIN; T KsasI., John Mcdowell,
Jno p q ophIn. &c Mitchell
wm ipae, John Hobbieman,
Jno b Cooke Thos Melton,
ss; Jo ~, oaappe"' washington Blackburn.
Thornton iacho, Alexander C. Orange,
Ja, T. Britton Inos mnhs
VIM CuIln1sworth Chas TDsley,
VIM. r. jenkins, Daniel haton,
VIM y smith John Ancrew
Ia Incsm ' Walker Thomas
DayIn spruel VIM. Winkhed,
John X. Ford, q. /. Melton,
Mitchell Brandt, John Hart
Francis Poxwel, Anderson Gruobs,
las N Cole VIM Mason,
SathspIe Coll. saml Melton,
Horace Lane VIM Bule',
". w. Watkins, Ahh Nlchols,
Richard Lambert, samL Iinsiey,
Henry Jones, john foIu,
II X watkins Meredith Tramun,
CAas 8. Waberton, Andrew H. fofd,
Levy Ford Geo A. Parker,
Jas Eubahk, Wm Aney,
Jos Eubank ard Lucas,
Richard T. Booker, Joshua Taylor,
philip yermUlera Adolph y. Wedmtyer,
Jas n Birch. Rylsnd Jennings,
John Walker VIM. N. Ford,
VIM Andrew, Jas Mallory,
Aiophus Alley Pleasant T. Milton,
p D. Melton VIM. X Andrew,
Robt Melton, Jas Tinsley,
Price Lucas JACOB fromer,
Robt Jordan, b. ID. Fromer,
D. A. Eacho J. T. Hart,
Randolph Bennett, samL j. Rozent
Jas H. Birch, VIM Camel,
J. c. Dckerson X. Chapel,
VIM r. DepTist, siias Redman
4 T. Wicker d. Face,
Thos. skeltOn Geo Iner
Timothy Kersee A. j. Goodman,
c. Drury smith Kobt Dulng,
Thos T. stevens. Geo W. Duke,
Chas D. Goyap Wm. II. Walden,
Elyson NJ. Carter, Chas II Face
Eiward 5. Amory, VIM H. ste'ehson'
WIN. r. Johnson, Jos Houseman,
Jacob Holloway, J. H. Cornetii
Mathew Johnson ]. Hooper,
John B. stevens John Holman,
VIM T. Lipscomb, John H. Bowles,
John s. Ava, Henry ironing,
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SAINT PArls. April 9Th, lsd'.
MRS r RdTvav JAS. A. Scott, and others Commit
tec Of Invitation.
G..fl,,se. - have received yolr communication in
vtr me 10 witac5 she ceremonies Of the Inauguration
G, yls Statue Of Ue1ry Clay by the Ladies OF irgnia
o. the lZth Of April, az your Capital city.
ltis mpo.s Die not % feel honord by this graceful
courtesy Of tle Ladies Of the Ola Dominion towards the
Executive OF almost che Youngest steroi our family Of
Rspuhacs. L. would afod me the greatest pleasure 90
ol WITH Che patriotic Ladies' aud cilzens Of Virginia, in
o0muemorafuC and nou0rng the ilgsJious CLAY, whose
name aud fame dear % eyery American heart IN Ike
psulr AS bis policy regarded every American interest
ana bic patriotism embraced The whole American Union
But drr-s intervene, and / must deny myself that
,r,,isc,t;op Yefv respectfully,
Icgr 0bejiCnt servant
ALEX. RAMSEY.