Daily American, Volume 1, Number 158, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 22 August 1855 — Page 2

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J. N. SILVERTHORN,/ ISAAC M. BROWN, *•»»«»*.

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E. IN D.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22, 1855

A False Statement.

The Cincinnati Gazette of the 21st inst., says that "Col. R. W. Thompson, of Vigo county, Indiana, (formerly a Whig,) has gone over to the Democratic Party."

How the Gazette got this news, is hard for us to tell, as it never has been in the habit of exchanging with cmntry newspapers. But, bo this as it may, the charge is not true, and such papers as the Gazettee does wroiijr in snatch-

SECTION 1. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Indiana: That section threo of an act for the regulation of weights and measures, be, and the same is hereby amended to read as follows, to-wit:

SECTION 2. Sixty pounds of Merchantable Wheat (avoirdupois weight) shall be given and taken for a standard bushel.

WEIGITTS.

Of shelled corn 56 pounds. Corn on tho 00b G8 it Of bunch wheat 50 Of Beans GO (i Of Potatoes 60

Of Clover seed 60 a •Hemp seed 44 Blue grass seed 14 a Castor Beans 46

Dried Peaches 33 Dried Apples 25 ti Onions 67

Salt 60 a Mineral coal 70

Timothy Seed 45 it Rye 56

Oats 32 11 Of Flax Seed 56

Of Barley 48 tt Of Corn Meal 50

Tho Silver Lake snake has 'snaked' himself off from his captors. We find the account in tho Cincinnati Commercial of Saturday:

Tho Butfalo Republic, of Thursday, says that a number of persons, just from Silver Lake agree in saying that the description of the monster snake in that quarter, given by a correspondent 'of that paper, (and published in the

Commercial of Thursday,) was correct. They sav, however, that the snake has broken from his fastenings to the shore and that a Mr. Smith's leg was broken in consequence of getting it into a bight of the line as it went out with "the snake. They think they can catch him again, for trammelled as he is with the ropes fastened to him, he cannot long remain under water.

,FROM PHILADELPHIA. PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 20. The U. S. District Court, Judge Kase presiding, commenced its August term this morning.

The case of Col. Kinney was called, when an affidavit was read from his bail, George C. Presberg, in relation to the non-appearance of Col. K., at this term of Court.

The documentsets forth that the deponent confidently believes that the said Henry L. Kinney will return to the United States, and be prepared for trial on this indictment, before the close of the next session of this Court that it is not in the power of this deponent, or any one else, to prepare the defense of said Henry L. Kinney in his absence, and that his shipwreck at Turk's Island, combined with the embarassing impediments which delayed his departure, has no doubt rendered it impossible for the said Henry L. Kinney to fulfill his purpose of being in attendance at this session of the honorable Court.

The affidavit was .received, and Mr. Presberg was granted time until the first day of February next, to produce the defendant or pay the amount of the bail.

ing up such items, without knowing how much credit they are entitled tc.. In this case it has done Mr. Thompson organization great injustice, in many respects, and dressed by Hon it only remains for the Gazette to call! touching severely upon the political back that statement, which we hope it' questions of the day. A series of strong will do, for, in all candor, we can national resolutions was then submitted assure its editors that the state- and adopted. They declare the attachment they have made, is false, let it' ment of the Democracy of Northampton come from whom it may. Mr. Thomp- to the Constitution and Union, that they son is just as good a Whig now as he know no North, no South, no East, no has ever been, and you would have West. thought so had you heard the speech he made here a few days ago.

MW Afire in South Bend, on the duty in Kansas nobly and manfully, 15th inst., consumed a large amount of and that their confidence in him is unproperty, embracing many fine build- diminished. The resolutions say nothings. The Telegraph and Express of- ing of tlio National Administration, fice, and the St. Joseph Valley Register

office were entirely consumed, except

a few type contained in the latter.

ID* The following are the correct weights of grain as designated by the act approved the first of March, '53.

(Tho

EASTON PA., Aug. 20.

The Democratic Convention ofNorthampton county was held here to-day, and was largely attended. After an the convention was ad-

Richard Broadhead,

They strongly denounce Know-Noth-ingism, and in reference to Gov. Reeder, declare that he has discharged his

proceedings were marked by con-

jleiderable

enthusiasm, and Mr. BroaJ-

head's address was heartily applauded.

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 20.

The Relief Committee of this city, forwarded §1,000 to-day, to Norfolk and Portsmouth.

Tho amount transmitted by the committee thus far, is $3,600.

BALTIMORR, Aug. 20.

The Collectors in this city for the benefit of the sufferors in the infected cities, amounts to over 89,000.

Intelligence via Petersburg, from Norfold and Portsmouth on Sunday, represent no decrease in the violence of the fevor. Twenty new cases were reported in Portsmouth on Saturday.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20.

The Attorney General has decided that every applicant for a patent, has a right to withdraw his application and demand a restoration of two thirds of the money, at any time auterior to proceeding upon tho ulterior Ptages of enquiry, after and adverse report by the Commissioners.

Tho whole number of applications for Bounty Land Warrants, received at tho Pension Office, up to to-day, 206,400. The number examined, 41,800. Warrants issued, 20, 236.

All of the Heads of the Executive Departments are now here. It is said that $1,000 has been subscribed at the Navy Yard, in this city, for the relief of tho sufferers from the fever in Virginia.

PORTLAND, Me., Aug. 20.

A fire occurred this morning at Lewistown, Me., which destroyed the whole of the business portion of tho town, including the Auburn Bank building, with all tho books and papers belonging to it.

Scarcely any merchandise was saved. Tho loss is upward of $100,000, and is but partially covered by insurance.

FRANKFORT, August 20.

Official returns from ninety-eight counties in this State, give Morehead, Know Nothing, a majority of 6,641.

The five remaining counties gave Pierce about 300 majority.. It is now reported that they give Clarke, Democrat, 2,000 majority, which is considered an improbable increase.

MILWAUKIE, Aug. 20.

A large Democratic meeting was held in this city on Saturday evening, to sympathize with the sufferers by the LouiBville riots.

Hon. A. J. Upham presided. Resolutions were passed condemning severely the conduct of the Know Nothings in Louisville. Good order prevailed.

NEW YORK, Aug. 19.

The store at No. 560 Broadway, occupied by several dealers in dry goods, was on fire this afternoon.

The firemen succeeded in confining the flames to the building in which they originated. The damage is estimated at about $8,000, most of which is covered by insurance.

BALTIMORE, Aug. 19.

A serious affray occurred last night between the New Market and Mount Vernon Fire Companies. Fre-arms were freely used during the riot. Three men were shot, two of whom are not expected to recover.

'UTICA, N. Y. Aug. 20.

The Kirtland Cotton Mills near this city vere destroyed by fire yesterday. The loss is stated to be $30,000. The mills were owned by E. S. Broytonand were insured for $20,000.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20.

About one thousand dollars have been already raised here for the relief of the sufferers by fever in Virginia. This morning five Sisters of Charity started for Norfolk to act in the capacitv of nurses.

WASHINGTON, August 19.

Owing to the slim attendance at the meeting last evening, to forma Republican Association, no officers were elected. The names of members have not yet been made public.

NEW ORLEANS, August 20.

The fever is rapidly increasing in this city. The deaths for last week were 517, including 394 by yellow, fever.

(Cr The members of Social Lodge No. 86, of Free and Accepted Masons, are requested to meet at 8 o'clock, P. M., on Wednesday the 22d. A general attendance is requested as business of importance will come before the Lodge. By order of the W. M.

Aug 2l-d2d A.E.TAYLOR, Sec.

D* There is more Sarsaparilla contained in one bottle of Hurley's, than in six of any other man's we are aware of, and which, wherever introduced, becomes one of the necessaries of life, and we can state from experience, it is the purest, best, and most efficacious. In our sister city, Louisville, it has attained great celebrity, and here it is in equal favor. It is perfectly free from all dangerous and Injurious ingredients is made undei the special superintendence of an able chemist, and composed of such pure medical cornpouuds as cannot fail to make it. in all cases, sure and powerful. We recommend those who require genuine Sarsaparilla to purchase Hurley's, and they will be much oblivod for the advice.—Cincinnati Sun.

P.M. Donnelly is the only agent here for the sale of this valuable Medicine. O" Wu advise all to try the great medicamentum.

August 21 -dt

NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

TERRE-HATITE AND RICHMOND RAILROAD I

Thursday the 23d inst,, the running of the night Express Train will be resumed, and until further notice, the Trains will leave daily, Sundays ex* cepted, as follows:

MAIL TRAIN

Leave Terre-Haute, at 8:30,

August 22, 1855, d-4t.

SELECT SCHOOL.

MRS. FOWLER & Miss ANNA WATSON

WILL

resume their School on Monday, the 3d day of September next, at the New School House, on the corner of Seventh and Poplar Streets. As their number of scholars will be limited, all parents and guardians desirious of sending pupils are requested to make application previous to the onening of the school.

Mrs. F. A Miss W. may be found at their rettd«*ncc, corner of Fourth and Oak Streets. August 2l-dw2w

Journal and Courier copy two weeks abd send bill to this office for collection.

UNITED STATES

RECRUITING SERVICE!

WANTED,

for the 10th U. S. Infantry, (RIFLEMEN,)

able-bodied unmarried MEN, between the ages of 18 and 35 years, not less than 5 feet 4£ inches high, and of good character. A minor will not be enhstecl without the written consent of his parent or guardian.

The term of service is FIVE YEARS and if a soldier re-enlists at the expiration of that time, his pay will be increased Two Dollars per month for the first re-enlistment, and he will receives further addition of One Dollar per month for each subsequent re-enlistment.

By good conduct and attention to duty, a soldier will certainly rise to the position of a non-commissioned officer and from this class the law provides that meritorious men may be selected, as the wants of the service may require it, for promotion to the rank of commissioned officers of the Army. The following is the ratejaf pay now established:

GRADE, Pay per Paypei Pay for month..annum. 5 years.

To a sergeant major, qu artermaster, ser-! geant, p'ncip'l musician, and chief bugler—each, *15 21 252 1260 To the first sergeant of a company, 20 240 Ordnance sergeants, 22 264 All other serg'ts, each 17jj (j 203 Corporals, 131 156 1 Buglers, 12' 144

Musicians, I*' 12 J44 I Farriers & blacksmiths, 15 180 Artificers,4 15 180

Privates, 11-- 132 In addition to the pay, above stated, one ration per day and an abundaut supply good clothing is allowed to every soldier.— Quarters, fuel, and medical attendance are always provided by the government without deduction from the soldier's pay. If a soldier should become disabled in the line of hi$. duties, the laws provide for him a pension or he may, if he prefer it, obtain admission into the Military Asylum, which will afford him a comfortable home so long as he may wish to receive its benefits.

The sum of TWO DOLLARS will be paid to any citizen or soldier who shall procure and present to the Recruittng Officer an acceptable recruit.

Those wishing to enlist, cm do so by applying at the rendezvous, at L. Duy's office, corner of Ohio and Market streets. Any information, not contained in the above handbill, can be obtained of the Recruiting Officer, at the time and place above specified.

LT. WM. KEARNEY, 10th Inf., Augl8 d&w2w Recruiting Officer.

AND JEWELRY

Gold and Silver Watches, Cameo Pins and Ear Rings. Gold, Stone, Jet and Lava Ear Rings

aad Pins, Gold Chains, Thimbles, Snaps, Bracelets, Sleeve Buttons, Stud5*, Keys, Hooks, Seals, Slides, Buckles, Lockets, and fine Wedding Rings.

SILVER-WARE:

Table, Tea and Desert Spoons, Butter Knives, Fruit Knives, Forks, Thimbles, Combs, Children Setts, Fob and Guard Chains, Soup Ladles, fcc.

Spectacles:

Gold and Silver-plat 2d, German Silver and Steel Spectacles also, Spectacles for far and near sighted persons, Goggles, fec.

REVOLVERS!

Colt's, Allen's and Sprey's Revolvers, A1 len's self cocking Rifle Pistol.

Fancy Goods!

Shell Pearl Card Cases, Portmonaies, Work-boxes, Baskets, Toys, Accordeons, Violins, Flutes, Fancy Combs, Brushes, etc.

CLOCKS!

A large lot of 8 day and 30 hour Clocks, which will be sold cheap. U" Clocks, Watches and Jewelry repaired and warranted.

C. M. & J. M. CRISHER, July30 -dfwtf North tide of the Square.

NEW

ARRANGEMENT!

—AT THE—

Corner of Ohio and Second Streets.

HAVING

FOR

purchased of J. W. Straton his

entire stock of Family Groceries at the above establishment, and greatly replenished the same with new purchases, I am ready and 1 will take pleasure in waiting on my old customers and the public, generally, in the line nf eatables, of every kind. It is useless to say what I intend to keep, as everything in tho eating line, which love or money can procure, will be found in store ready to be dealt out to customers. J. G. ADAMS.

July30-dt.f

A. M.

NIGHT EXPRESS

Leave Terre-Haute, at 9:15, P. M. after the arrival of the mornincr Train from St. Louis CHAS. vVOOD, [Acting Superintendent.

Returned!

ISAAC M. RAY, ESQ., is at home again, and can be found at all hours in his office, ready to attend to any business in his line.

OFFICK, East side of the Public Square. Aug2-dlw

Storage

will receive and sell FJour on consignment—storing one month, for 10 cents per barrel, commission.

Liberal advancements, at fair terms, will b« made on consignments. July31-dtf. SMITH 4 DODDS-

2,000 Hams & Shoulders

A PRIME ARTICLE—Just received and for sale at aug8 SMITH fc DODDS.

500 Pounds May Butter.

A PRIME ARTICLE—Just received and for sale by I Aug4 SMITH «FE DODDS.

Good and chea CO

1200 1320 1020 780 720 720 900 900 660

1 cheap Teas re to COMSTOflir A

No 2

Sm°?K

•No. 2, Mechanic'sCO^.Ho*,

August 14-d2«r

Musical/^ gafaT

ABOUT THE MIDDLE OF WO week, look out for the largest and Piano Fortes ever brought to this citv will be sold, if people wish to buy

Augl3-dt.f

Wkch

All the Pianos, I have hitherto sold W given entire satisfaction as to price rability while a few persons haVK± elsewhere, and have paid in everv im!u more than I have sold the same ciLi tffc Rtruments for, and set them up chaser. Please call and see them 4 L. B. PISH, 1

N°'

Mechan^

Row.

PROPOSALS

WtLLbe

received at the office of

Noble, until 5 o'clock, p.

27th. inst., for the building of

School-hougl

Plan and specifications are also there for a animation. Brick will be furnished thecon. tractor by the Trustees.

By order of the Trustees. Augl7-td C. T. NOBLE, Clerk.

Sale.

WEquentlytoFor

want close our business,consewill sell the balance of our

Stock of Groceries AT COST FOR CASH, or npproved credit V,

ID* Those knowing themselves indebtdi to us will pi ease rail and settle. augl7-dtf GROVERMAN fc BOURNE.'

For Rent.

\7tTE will rent tho Store Room now occult pied by us. to a good tenant, low. Apply to GROVERMAN &, B0UME. augl7 dtf

Pork House for Sale.

SITUATED

on the bank of the river ad

joining McGregor & Warren's 011

for hog lots. Tne

the

South. There is plenty of ground

attached

building

can easily bear-

ranged for a Paper Mill, Candle Factory, Starch Factory or other

bueincsB.

This property will be sold low for part cash and the balance as per agreement. Apply to GROVERMAN & BOURNE augl7 dim

E. W. SMITH. M. M. DODDS.

SMITH & DODDS, Wholesale Grocers,

A N a

COMMISSION MERCHANTS, And Dealers in FLOUR and PRODUCE, Wabash Street, Terre-Haute, Ind.

BS3T Particular attention given to the Purchase of all kinds of Grain.

Have just received, among many other articles, not enumerated: 175 sacks Coffee, 129 hhds of Sugar, 30 bbls Refined White Sugar, 75 bbls Orleans Molasses, 60 lib Is S. tf. Molosses, in bbls, bbls and bbls, 30 bbls of S. H. Syrup, a general stock of Teas, 33 bbls Crushed Sugar, a large stock of Tobacco, 154 boxes of Raisins, in whole, half and quarter boxes, 40 boxes of Star Candles, 75 boxes of Soap, German, Orleans, Soda, White,

Fancy,

boxes of assorted Candies, Confectioneries of all kinds and varieties, 30

boxes

of Lemon

Syrup, 30 boxes of Starch, 15 boxes of Mustard, 30 boxes of Pepper Sauce, 100 dozen of Blacking, a general stock of Tubs, Buckets, and Wooden-Ware, also, Glass,all sizes, 60 dozen Brooms, 200 kegs Nails, all sizes. Rice, Mackerel, Herring, Indigo, Madder, Nutmegs, Cloves, &c. A heavy stock of Wrapping Paper, also, a large quniitily °f Writing Paper, and Stationeiy ofallkmcs, (See* &-C

Terre-Haute, July 13th, 1855 dtf.

Five Hogsheads

PRIME WHITE

SUGAR-Just

ceived and for sale VERY CHEAP SMITH & DODDS.

WANTED

1 A AAA BUSHELS PRIME WHEAT. lU,UUUfor which the will be paid, by SMITH A p' Wabash St., 1 door East of 13ement*

Terre-Haute, July31-dtf

NEW LINE TO CHICAGO.

TERRE-HAUTE AND ALTON

One Through Passenger Train Daily

EXCEPTED.)

AFTER(SUNDAYS

Monday. July 18, the Passer^ Train will leave Terre Haute, a A. M., and arrive at the crossing of

016

cago^Branch,at 11:15 o'clock, A-M-, ton iucr with the train of the

ILLINOIS CENTRAL direct to Chicago, by 6 o'clock. P- M. Returning—Leaves Crossing of Branch on arrival of Illinois Central at 3:45 P. M., and reaches Terre-Haute at t45 P.M.

D" Freight Trains leave dailyET Freights will not be receive at pot for shipment after 5 o'clock,

L. R. SARGENT, SupenntendanU June 29, 1855-dwtf J—

CREAM NECTAR!

SOMETHING

ins^T??q?il?RAPP'3.

July30-tf WESTFALL & TRAP-f