SECOND EDITION.
' BY TEHiEORAPH.
EUROPEAN NEWS BY Tp
GABLES.
Latest London and Liverpool
Markets ’
FROM CENTSA.L AND SOUTH
AMERICA.
The War Against Spain.
Tne Allied Fleet Preparing for Sea.
GBEAF FiSE AT SANTIAGO, CHILE
Safety ofttte Missing Steamer Britannia
Tires at Burlington, Vt., Colombia
and Nashville, Tenn.
From Europe by the Atlantic Cable.
[To tbe New York Associated Press.]
SATURDAY’S MARKETS.
I.ONDON, Deo. 8, evening.—Consols have*
been more firmly held to-day, with sales for
money at 881. Panama Railroad bonds are
firm.
American Securities U. S. Five
twenty bonds of Die issue of 1865 were again
rather higher with transactions at 692 @691,
Frankfort, Dec. B.—XT. S. Five-twenties
rule very steady in this market at 75g@75i
cash and short time.
Liverpool, Dec. 8, evening.—The market
&r breadstuffs generally closed heavy and
with only a moderate attendance of buyers.
Wheat was offered at Id. decline per cental,
and Corn at 395. 6d. for handsome American
white.
From Central and Sonth America.
New York, Deo. 10.—Panama dates of
the 3d inst. have been received by the
steamer Rising Star.
The forty-fifth anniversary of the Inde
pendence of the Isthmus has been celebrated
during the week by receptions by the Presi
dent, military reviews, salutes, masquer,
ades, &c. The frigate Powhatan saluted
the Columbian flag, and Admiral Pearson
visited the President.
There was a heavy gale at Aspinwall on
December Ist, butno damage is reported.
The ; British steamer Danube arrived at
Aspinwall November 22d, with three cases
of yellow fever on board.
The steamer California, from Liverpool,
had arrived at Aspinwall.
The ship Aroostook, with ice, from Boston,
had also arrived.
Arrival of the Rising Star.
[To the New York Associated Press.]
NeW. York. Deo. 10.—The steamer Rising
Star, from Aspinwall, arrived here this
morning, and brings $1,263,113 in treasure.
The Rising Star brings dates to the 2d,
from Panama.
There was much tfelk in Chile of making
war on Spain. The allied squadron was
still at Valparaiso, preparing to go to sea
It is believed that the destination of the fleet
is Manilla, to intercept at that place, if pos
sible, some of the Spanish vessels that put
in for repairs after the defeat at Callao.
A slight shock of earthquake was felt a :
Valparaiso on the night of the Bth of No
vember, but caused no damage.
From Peru there is but little of interest.
The Dictator seems to be conducting affairs
in that Republic with great ability. The
different attempts at revolution seem to
havefailed.
The five republics of Central'America are
at peace, consequently there is no news from
there.
The recent sittings of the extra session of
Congress iuChile terminated in the defeat
of the opponents of the Government.
A disastrous fire occurred in Santiago,
Chile, on the 2d of October. The market
place, with all its stalls, &c., was destroyed.
The amount of property destroyed was
very large, and the losses fall chiefly upon
the poor trading people.
Colonel Balto and the other expatriated
Peruvians have taken up their residence in
Santiago.
The steamer Cyclone, which was reported
to have been captured by the Spaniards, ar
rived at Valparaiso on thesthof November.
New Yoke, Dec. 10.—Steamer Rising
Star, from Aspinwall, has arrived. She has
$1,263,113 in treasure.
Messrs. Jane <fc Co., of Guayaquil, have not
suspended, as reported.
The steamer. Nouveau Monde, from St.
Nazaire, France, arrived at Aspinwall on
the 30th.
Dates from Dima and Callao are to Nov.
15th and 23d. Peru was tranquil. The
Government has definitely declined the
arbitration of England and France in the
Spanish Imbroglio. The Peruvian Minister
had returned from Chile. The allied squad
ron was at Valparaiso under sealed sailing
orders. A slight earthquake was felt at
Valparaiso on Nov. Bth,
The city of Santiago, Chile, was visited by
a fire on the 2d ult., burning the market
place, and causing ruin to numerous poor
femilies.
The Peruvian revolutionists have been
expatriated to Chile.
Central America was quiet. The coffee
season had commenced in Costa Rica.
IFire near Burlington, Vt.
[To New York Associated Press,J
Burlington, Vt., Dec. 9.—The extensive
dye-house of the Burlington Woolen Com
pany, at Winooski,was totally destroyed by
fife this morning. The fire was discovered
about five o’clock, and the flames were only
prevented from reaching the main building
through the persistent efforts of the Ethan
Allen Engine Company of this city, and
the use of four large force pumps in
riie mills. The dye-house contained a
large quantity of wool and though fully In
eared the loss is estimated to be about ?60,-
000, Some slight casualties ooourredby
the felling of the dye-house. These; mils,
Which are arhong the largest in New Eng
land, and have employed about eight hun
dred-hands,, are necessarily obliged to
suspend operations for a fe w weeks, in order
to repair machinery. The origin of the fire
i» supposed tobe accidental.
Fire In CoioinMa.
• [TetheNewYorkAsasclatedPreesJ ; 1: „„
Columbia, Dec. fi.-rA destruotive fire at
this plaee occurred last night, at.loi.o’elook.
Several buildings ! were destroyed]; among
which were the business houses of J. M.
Houston, dry goods, a total loss; Messrs.
Williams’ drag store, partly insured; Her
stein & Co., dry goods aud clothing, a part
of the stock saved; Burch & Aiken, dry
goods, a part of the stock saved and fully
insured] and Ballard saloon,'the name of
the owner unknown, and the total loss is
unknown. O wing to a laok of fire appa
ratus and water, the flames spread rapidly,
and were checked only by tearing down
fonr frame buildings. Th.e aggregate losses
are estimated at $lOO,OOO-to $150,000, with
comparatively little insurance.
Fire In Sastullle.
[To the N. Y. Associated Press.]
Dec. 9]f—Tb6 extensive sash,
blind and door manufactory of Jameß
Simons, ■tfas destroyed by fire last night
aboutmidnight, Several of the adjoining
buildings were badly damaged. The los3
is about $30,000 and no insurance. ;
. Jndgs Kelley’s Bill.
[Special Despatch to the Bulletin.]
Washington, Dec. 10,1866.—The despatch
of the New York Associated Press, of the
Bth in st., relative to Judge Kelley’s Revenue
bill,.was incorrect in stating that it was in
the hands of the Ways and Com
mittee, and- that it would probably be
smothered in that Committee. The bill was
referred to the Judiciary Committee, and:
has been generally received with much,
favor.
Safety of tbe Ntcamship Britannia.
New York, Deo. 10.—The steamship
lowa, from Glasgow, is now coming up the.
Bay, having in tow the missing steamship
Britannia, which sailed from .Glasgow No
vember 3d, and had been given up as lost.
From Washington.
[To the New York Associated Press.]
Washington, Dec. 10.—Lorenzo Sher
wood, Esq,, late of Texas, appeared on the
opening of the United States Bnpreme
Court this morning, and reqnested permis
sion for General Hamilton and himself to
re-argue the constitutionality of the law
prescribing the test oath. His arguments
commanded the most respectful attention,
and permission was granted to him to file a
motion with the clerk in pursuance of his
request.
Sudden Death.
[To New York Associated Press.]
Boston, Dec. 10.—Charles Minot, E»g.,
formerly Superintendent of the Erie Rail
way.and Boston and Maine Rairoad, died
suddenly this morning, at his residence in
Somerville, of paralysiß of the brain. _
Tbe Tennessee legislature.
[To the N. Y. Associated Press.]
Nashville, Dec. 9.—The impression
abroad in the North that the Legislature has
adjourned sine die, or will do so in several
days, is all a mistake. It will adjourn on
the 17th inst., to convene again on Jan. 11th.
Financial and Commercial.
[By the U. 8. Associated Press.]
New Yoke Dec. 10.—U. 8. Sizes. 1881.112*; bid, 112%
•Sked; U. 8. Five Twenties. 1882,107?; Did. 107% asked;
ditto, 1864,106% bid. 106?£ asked; ditto, 1863, 107?; bid,
107% askea; Ten-Forties. 99% bid, ICO asked; Sevea-
Thlrtiee, Ist series. 105% b d, 103?; asked: ditto, 2d se
ries. 105?; asked; ditto, 3d series, 103% bid, 103% asked;
Pacific mail 178 bid, 174 asked; Atlantic mail 102 bid,
101 asked: Canton Com cany 45% bid. 46% asked;
Cumberland 69 bid. 70 asked; Quicksilver 44% bid, 45
asked; Mariposa 12% bid 12% asked; Erie 71% bid, 72
asked; Erie Preferred 83 b1a.84 asked; Hodson River
121 bid. 121% asked; Reading 109% bid. 110 asked; Michi
gan Central 110.% bid, 111% asked; Michigan Southern
80 bid. 80% asked; lUlDols Central 118 bid. 118% asked;
Cleveiano and PittsburghBs?; bid.Bs% asked: North
west 62% bid 63 asked; Noithwesi Prefer!ed 71% bid,
71?; asked; Cleveland and Toledo 112?; bid, 112% asked.
[To tbe N. Y. Associated Press ]
New York money active at 6 per cent; Gold, 137?;;
Exchange, 9%@9?;; U. S. 5 Brs, 1862, coupons, 107%; do.,
I8f4.10«%:do., 1865,1(7:do ,new issue, 1;9; lotos, 100;
7-309.105?;. Btocks active and advancing; Missouri 63,
91; Canton Company, 45%; Cumberland. 69; Western
Union Telegraph Company,47; New York Central. Ill;
Erie, 7f;Bndaon River, 121; Beading, 109%: Michigan
Central, 112%; Michigan Sonthern. So; Pittsburgh and
Cleveland, 85%; Rock Island and Chicago 100?;;North
western 53: Fort Wayne end Chicago 105?;.
New Yobk. Dec. 10—Cotton shady, at 33@55 ibr
middlims. Floor dull and declining lc.'dlc.; Sta’e
5: -Ui'fll; Ohio, $lO Western,s7 40@fll 60:
PoutLern, 510 75@|16. When dull and drooping Oirn
has di clued le.@2c. Oats advanced le Pork is a
shade easier, mete 52 75; prime |lB®slB 50. Beel quiet.
Lard steady. Whh.kydnl‘ and nnchang-d.
Balttsiobe, Dec. 10.— Sales of Chicago Extra Flour
$ll 75@512: high grades are steady. Wheat is firm,
with small receipts. C rn is steady. Oats dill. Seeds
Inactive, with a downward tendency. Groceries in
active and heavy. Provisions verv dnlh Cut meats
and lard, nomiBBl; tales of hogs, 95210 ets.
Whisky qniet; Pennsylvania, 52 28@g 80.
CITY BULLEIIS.
Narrow Esoape from Death.— This
morning Jndge Brewster had a narrow es
cape from death. He was holding court in
one of the District Courtrooms, and was
sitting-os a chair immediately beneath the
ventilator in the ceiling. He had j ast moved
his body forward in order to listen to a mes
sage brought by a tipstave, when the iron
centre pierced for the ventilator fell,striking
the back of bis chair, completely demolish
ing it. The iron weighed about forty pounds
and bad it fallen a moment sooner, while
Jthe Judge was sitting upright, would have
struck, and in all probability, have killed
him.
How a |Calf was Stolen.—Three men
named Oh as. Shea, John Lenbart and Wm.
Whelan were before Alderman Tittermary
yesterday upon the charge of the larceny of
a calf. The animal was taken from a pen
on Southstreet wharf, and was thrown into
the river. The calf then floated to Lombard
street wharf, was taken out by the defend
ants, and advertised as having been taken
up adrift. As it had been securely fastened
up In thepen, the natural inference is that
it was stolen, and as it was found in charge
of the defendants, they are suspected of the
larceny. They were committed to answer.
Didn’t Get His Cloth.—On Saturday
evening John Healer, while passing a dry
goods store at Eleventh and South streets,
attempted to steal a piece of cloth which
was hanging at the frontdoor. The cloth
Btuck fast to the peg, and was torn. The
proprietor of the store, hearing the noise
caused by the tearing of the cloth, went odt
and .captured John. The prisoner after
wards bad a hearing before Alderman Tit
termary, and was sent below.
Assault in a Police Station.—This
morning, before Alderman Shoemaker,
Robert Middleton was charged with an as
sault and battery on Matthew Burk. Mid
dleton and another man had been placed in
the same cell with Burk, at the Tenth Dig
trict Police Station House. All parties were
arrested for drunkenness. During last night
Middleton beat Burk, cutting bis head and
face badly. He was committed for trial. '
Stealing Goat Skins.—Martin Noe was
arrested on Saturday night upon the charge
ofhaving been concerned in the larceny of
nine dozen goat skins from a morocco fac
tory, at Randolph and Jefferson streets.
Four dozen of the skins were recovered at a
bouse on Third street, below Brown, where
they had been left by the thieves. Noe was
committed by Alderman Shoemaker.
Slight Fire.— At half past nine o'olook,
yesterday morning, a stable on ,Twenty
fonrth street near Pine, was discovered to be
on fire. The flames were extinguished by
the.pplice before any considerable damage
was done.
Sent to Prison.—Two young women
arrested on Walnut street, for street walk
ing, were sent to prison for thirty days, this
morning by Alderman Swift.
THE DAILY EVENING BULLHIMN.—PHILADELPHIA, MONDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1866.
: Corner Lounging and Ball Playing.
—The Fifleenth, Police,yesterday,
made a raid upon the young men' who
lounge on the corners and engage in ball
playing onr Sundays; - About -forty • of the
yonths, whose ages, range from fifteen to
twenty years, were captured In different
parts of the district. They had a hearing
hefore Alderman -Hutchinson, and were
held to keep the peace. ; :
Disorderly House.—Last night at lli
o’clock the Fifth Warff Police made a de
scent upon an alleged disorderly house on
Water street, above Dock Fourteen.per
spns, male and female,were captured. The
prisoners had a hearing this morning before
Alderman Bntler. John Jones the pro
prietor was held in $l,OOO for trial, and the
others were held to keep the peace.
Charged with Burglary. Patrick
McCoy and Edward McNulty were com
mitted yesterday, by Alderman Lutz, on
the charge of burglary. It is alleged that
they broke into a still, at Seventh and Reed
streets, at 3 o’clock, yesterday morning and
carried away copper and other articles used
upon the premises.
Disturbing a Congregation.—Henry
Brock was arrested last night, for disturb
ing a Methodist Church at Twenty-sixth
and Jefferson streets. He was standing on
the sidewalkvin front of the church, talking
londly and swearing. He was taken before
Alderman Fitch and was fined fbur dollars.
A Brutal. Son.—John Denniny, aged 24
years, residing at Twenty-fourth and Cal
lowhill streets, was before Aid. HutoniHSon
this morning upon the charge of assaulting
his mother. It is alleged that he knocked
her down stairs and that he is in the habit
of beatipg her. He was sent to Drison. \
Attempted House Robbery.—On Sun
day morning, between one and two o’clock,
an unsuccessful attempt was made to pry
open tbe front window of Mr. Martin’s
dwelling, No. 503 Pine . street, The thief
was frightened off by the approach of a po
liceman.
Lost His Money,—Before Alderman Tit
termary this morning Wm. K. Wardel was
charged with the larceny of $24. A resident
of Darby alleged that he was taken to a
house in Tront street by defendant. He
went to bed and when he. got up again his
money was gone. Wardel was committed
to answer.
Smothered.—Thomas Quin, aged four
months, was found dead in bed at the resi
dence oi his parents, N. W. corner Twelfth
and Callowhill streets, having been smoth
ered in the bed clothing. Coroner Daniels
was notified to hold an inquest
Picking Pockets.—John Manderfield
was arrested on Saturday night, at Sixth
and Sbippen streets, on the charge of hav
ing picked the pockets of a man of $64. He
was taken before Aid. Tittermary, and was
held for trial.
Fbll into the Canal.—George Berger,
of Montgomery county, fell into the canal
lock at Manayunk about 10i o’clock on
Salurday night. He was fished out and
conveyed to the Police Station.
Philadelphia Cattle Market, Dec.
10.— I The Caitie market was more active this week ;bnt
prices were without material change;2,4(o h«art arrived
and sold at from 15&@16 cts. for extra; 13@14 eta, for
&lr to good, and 10@12 cents for common, aa to
quality.
The following are the particulars of the sales: '
Bred. ZfcuJie. Amount,
70 Owen Smith, Western....... „...14 @>ls
Z&0 A. & J. Christie. “
41 Jones McClees, Chester county.gra. ej»rg)
71 P. McFOlen, «• “ 6J4{& 8£ r
ISS P. Haihoway, Western..;.. @\s
80 James 8. Kirk, Chester county .M @i«
50 Jas. McFillen, Western. _l5 ©l6«
50 E.'B, McFillen, . *' Slflfc
123 r liman & Bochman, W*aiern...~ 14 @lB
122 Martin, Fuller <fcCo., ~~.ls£@i6.i£
260 Mooney & Smith, •* .........14 @16)2
125 Mooney * Brother, “ 6}*@ »
50 H. Chain, Western Pa. .. 7 ® Btf
25 J. A. Cham & Brother, Western Pa...... 7@ 1^
74 L. Frank, Western H @l5
Frank <b Schamberg, Western. _l2 <ais>B
103 Hope & Co., Western .. ... t (5 BLi8 L i
22 a Dryfoos & Co., Western i © f
58 B. Baldwin, Cheater ©is
73 J. Clemson. M .... „ 7)i©
36 s>, Brunson, Chester co. gr» 7 a l *
112 Ben. Hood, Chester county. ...... .J 2 (Sts
90 Chandler 4c Alexander. Chester.coonty.._i3 @u
65 Jesse Miller, Chester co., M
13 A. Relenberg. 41 12 @l#
87 Wayne 4c McArdle, Chester co., 6i£(s> atf
11 C, Dengler, Chester 6 (5 T
35 H. Dryfoos&Co.,Western..... .. 13 (5)14
. 34 L. Frank, Western.. ..... 13 <£tt
69 D. W. Gcmmel, Delaware State, grs..~. 4 6>£
so Lolta <£ Yonng. Chester co.,crs„ 4 66 s
34 A. Boosrran. Deh State, gra 5 ® «
17 J. Beldomrldge, Western grs - 7 <& 8^
Hogs—Were doll and lower, 5 000 head sold at tbs
different yards at from ss@9, and a few choice at fe f£
the 100 Ins net.
Sheep—Were unchanged 6.0C0 head arrived and
oold at from 42, <2*2s cents'? It> gross—as to condition.
Cows—Were do 11 at the late decline: 240 be*d sold at
s4o<36S for Springers, ands6O@So head for cowand
call.
The Great Remedy op the Age for
teething, pains, cramps, flatulency sleeplessness, &c..
in children, is Bower’s Infant Cordial, No family
should be without it.
“Liebig’s Food,” for infants and invalids,
Bow er. Sixth and Vine streets. Price |1 00. '
Bbnbow’s Soaps,—Elder Flower, Turtle
Oil, Glycerine, Lettuce, Sunflower. Mask, Rose, <fcc.
SNOWDEN & B BOTH SB,
Importers, 23 South Eighth street.
IzAdies’ Trusses, Braces, and Me
chanical Buprortß adjusted bv competent females, at
“Needles*," Twelfth street, first door below Race-
Banntcg’s, BrBces,E]astlc Bandages* Stockings, Knee
Caps. Ac., of superior quality,
Dr. Fitler advises gratis, from 10 to 1, at
bis office, 29 Sou h Fourth street. The only man living
who can permanently cu*e Rheumatism, Neuralgia.
Gout, Asthma. Core warranted or no charge,
Elastic Supporting Bandages for
Ladles' and Infants’use. These Incomparable Bauds
for sale at Truss and Brace Store," Twelfth
street, first door below Race. (Conducted by Ladles.
Sooner or Later, a neglected Cold will
develop a constant Congh, shortness of Breath, Fail
ing Strength, and Wasting ofFlesh—tbearant courieis
or Consumption. In some Instances the same cause
will produce Bronchitis, a disease of the branches of
the windpipe. In all affections of the Pulmonary or
gasß as well as In Bronc Mal Complaints Jayne’s Ex*
pectorantisboth a palliative and a curative, as the
testimony of thousands, ana its « orld-wlde reputation
attests—wbilein Coughs and Colds. It acta speedily,
and when taktn accord<nr to directions, promptly re
moves them. Why not give this standard remedy an
immediate trial.
Prepared only at 242 Chestnut street.
“Sweet Opoponax.”
And thus the gipsy’s prophecy was fulfilled! “By
a certain perfume, so enchanttngly delicious, and vivl
tying in influence shall ye kno w your lover 1" *Twas
done! E- T Smith & Co.’s "Sweet Ofioponox" won her
love, as It already has the plaudits of the world.
As a perfume it is unrivaled sold everywhere.
E. T, SMITH & CO, New York, Sole Proprietors.
Mujaviro.— The great success of this de
licious perfume In the comparative' brief time it has
been before the public, does not surprise us; as a right
rich, delicate and lasting perfume, it has no superior,
and we think no equal. For sale by all the principal
Druggists —Wilmington Daily Commer cial.
Elegant Holiday and Wedding Pbe
axxTS.—As the holiday season approaches people are
hegii Ding to look about them to ascertain what articles
are most desirable for presentation to tbelr friends,
and to find the best place In which In which to procure
them. Undoubtedlyahandsemepteceofst ver-plated
ware, or a silver-plated set, is tne most acceptable
present that can be given. Always useful.it Is more
ornamental than china, and Infinitely mure durable
Of ecurse, caie must be taken to procure the ware
from a reliable estaollBbment,and the best place in this
city is certainly that at the N. E. corner of Ninth and
Cr estnut et eets. John O. Head was one of the first
manufacturers of pla< ed ware in this city, and all the
membeis of the old firm of John O. Mead A «odb are
to be found In this establishment, where all the work
is done nndertnelr immediate supervision. Particular
attention Is given to the manufacture of Virdl metal
goods, which are fully equal to the celebrated Sheffield
ware in durability and finish, Firet-clase artists are
coTstantjy employed here in producingnew, unique,
and beautilhi designs which will compare favorably
with those of the most celebrated European artists.
Persons here have the advantage of selecting from an
immense stock, composing every variety and style.
Among the many articles may be mentioned a few
snrh as Tea Sets, Gake Baskets, Castors, (Breakfast
andDlnner), loe Pitchers, Walters, Celery stands,
Fruit Dishes Sugar Bn&keta.Oy star and Soup Tureens,
V> re>able Dbhea. Butter Dishes, Cake Knives, Fish
Epjyea* Crumb Scrapers, Kettles, Bouquet Holden,
Pudding Dishes, lo© Bowls, Goblets, Cups.
t t $ :
Druggists’ Sundries and Fancy Goods.
SNOWDEN & BROTHER, Importers,
23 South Eighth street.
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Ia SI 3■ 1 » IT el
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$ $ :i' $: i i
THIRD EDITION .
. 2:30 O’Olcols.
BY TELEGRAPH.
EUROPEAN NEWS.
By the Atlantic Cable
London and Liverpool up to
To-day.
Tie Fenians Fairly Checkmated.
Pastoral Address of Cardinal Cullen
to the Irish.
TEE FEEECH TBOOPB IH SOME
The New Minister to the
United States*
[To the Hew York Associated Drees.]
QuEENSTowN.Dec.IO, Noon.—The steam
ship Etna, from Boston via Halifax, and
Tarifa, from New York, arrived this morn
ing on the way to Liverpool.
London, Dec. 10, Noon.—The Times, in
an editorial this morning, says that the
Fenians have been fairly checkmated, and
that it would be madness on their part, to
attempt rebellion. , BTiiMg'”
Cardinal CoUen has issued a pastoral ad
dress urging the Irish people to obedience
to law and avoidance of all secret societies.
Arrests’ still continue to he made, and
more artillery will leave for Ireland soon.
FRANCE.
Paris, Nov. 10.—The new Minister to the
United States, M. Barthemy, sailed for New
York on Saturday.
BOHR
Some of the French troops are still here
and will remain till the end of December.
~ Commercial and Financial, aa
Liverpool, Dec. 10, Noon.—The cotton
market opens active at Saturday. prices.
The sales to-day promise to reach 16,000
bales. Middling Uplands 14d,
London, Dec. 10, Noon.—Consols for
money open at 88J ex dividend.
AMERICAN SECURITIES.
The following are the opening rates for
American securities:
U. S. Five-twenties.dST -
Illinois Central,
Erie Railroad, -
FROM WASHINGTON.
The President’s New York Friends.
OPPOSITION TO THE TARIFF.
THE MEXICAN TROUBLES.
Santa v Anna Again Heard From,
From WsshlnetOß,
[Special Despatch to the Bulletin.]
Washington, Dec. 10,1866.—A number of
leading capitalists from New York, includ
ing the Astore, arrived here to-day. The
object of their visit is understood to be aa to
the probabilities of an impeachment of the
President.
Santa Anna has addressed an important
letter to Secretary Seward, relative to Mexi
can matters. He proposes to solve the
whole qaestioD, and asks the co-operation
of the Government to that end.
A delegation of leading importers and
anti-Tariff men have arrived to protest
against the passage of the tariff bill of last
session.
Secretary McCulloch is preparing a new
financial scheme, which will be transmitted
to Congress In a few days.
The vote in the Senate on universal
suffrage for this District trill be very close-
[To the New York Associated Press.]
Washington, Deoember 10th.—It is not
true, as has been telegraphed North and
South, that the Supreme Court of the United
States has recently made a new rule ad
mitting members to its bur without taking
the test datb. The eld oath is administered
to'the applicant in open conrt and he is
then requested to retire to one of the adfoin
ing offices and there subscribe to the test
oath. This information is derived from Mr.
Middleton, the cleripofthe court.
The Steamship Britannia.
[To the N. Y. Associated Press.}
New York, Deo. 10.—The steamship Bri
tannia left Glasgow on November 3d, and
Moville on the 4th. On the 14th she took a
heavy gale from northeast, and on the 15th,
the gale continuing, her rudder head and
outer stern post were carried away and her
screw was lost. On the same day the gale
moderated, and they rigged a jury rudder
and had been under canvass ever since,
having moderate weather. On the 9th inst,
when 80 miles from Sandy Hook, she was
taken in tow by the lowa and brought into
port. All hands on board were well. They
were on a short allowance of provisions and
water. She has been three weeks and two
days since passing Cape Race.
Mayoralty Election In Boston.
[To theN. Y. Associated Press.]
Boston, December 10th.—Our municipal
election is being held to-day. At noon the
vete for Mayor stood, Noroross (Republi
can), 1,710 ; Shartleff (Opposition), 1,144.
Norcross will probably reoeive a handsome
majority, and nearly the whole Republican
ticket for Aldermen and Co on oilmen he
elected.
The New Tor]
[By the U. 8. Aa
New York, Dec.
anoted as follows to-di
Time. ‘
10.00 A. M. 1371
10.01 1371
10.02 137
10:03 1371
1004 1371
10.80 1378
10.40 1371
10.41 1378
10.45 1874
10.46 1371
10 60 1374
11.00 1378
11.03 - 1374
ILO7 : 1378
11.10 1374
11.13 1388
- 711
- 791
- 47
Gold Market.
eaociated Preei J
. 10.—Gold has been
lay:
Time.'
11.15 A. M. 1371
11.25 1378
11.35 1378
11.40 137*
12 00 M. 1371
12 01 P. M. 1371
1210 , 1371
12.20 . 1371
12 35 1371
12 65 1371
12 66 1371
1.02 1378
1.08 1371
1.16 1374
1.39 1371
XXXIXtb COSQBESS-Seeima Session.
! ITo tbs N. Y. A>aocia ed >*hsbJ
- W.voiungton, Dec. 10.
Senate. —Mr. Wade(Ohio) reported from
lie Committee on Territories, a bill to ad
mit Nebraska, and a bill to admit Colorado,
which latter was referred to the Committee
on Territories,
Mr. Edmunds (Vt.), from the Joint Com
mittee on Retrenchment, reported ■with
Amendments, the bill introduced, by Mr.
Williams, the first day of the session,,in re
gard to the tenure of office. It-prohibits re
moval without the Gonsent of the Senate.
Mr. Edmunds gave notice. that heshould
call up this bill on Thursday.'
Mr. Connfess (Cal.) introduced a bill to
gTant aid to the construction Ot the San
Francisco Central Pacific Railroad. , Re
ferred to the Committee on Public Lands.
The bill to regulate the elective franchise,
in the District of Columbia, was taken up
on motion of Mr. Morrill (Me.)
Houses.— Under the call of the States for
hills, the following were introduced and re
ferred:
By Mr. Ward (N. T.), to guarantee to cer
tain States that have been in rebellion are
publican form of government.
By Mr. Darling (N.Y.), granting the right
of land to the submarine cable of America
aDd Atlantic Telegraph Company.
By Mr. Rogera (N. J.), a bill to repeal the
nentrality law.
By Mr. Bingham (Ohio), to declare valid
andconclusive certain proclamations of the
President and acts in pursuance thereof.
By Mr. Rollins (N. H,), a resolution in
structing the Committee on Naval Affairs to
report a bill making the beads of mechani
cal departments at the various navy yards
subject to the approval of fee Senate.
By Mr. Eliot .(Mass.),- a resolution direct
ing the Secretary of War to communicate
information in reference to the Norfolk riot
of the 16th of April, 1866, and to the impri
sonment in Georgia of Rev. Mr. F inciter,
a,missionary to the freedmen.
By Mr. Perham (Me.), a resolution
calling for information as to the pensioners
residing in the rebel States.
By Mr. Alley,(Mass.), a resolution calling
for information as to the mismanagement
of the Brazilian steamship line.
.. By Mr. Rice, a resolution directing the
Committee on Commerce to report addition
al legislation for the better aecnrity of pas
sengers in United States vessels.
By Mr. Hart (N. Y.), calling on the Pre
sident for information as to all pardons
granted by him.
By Mr. Broomall (Pa.), instructing the
Committeeon Ways and Means to inquire
into ibe expediency of abolishing the 5 per
cent. Internal Revenue tax on manufac
tures and the products of mechanic skill.
By Mr. Kelly (Pa.), declaring that the
proposition that the war debt of the coun
try shall not be extinguished by the gene
ration that contracted it is notsanctienedby
sound principles of national eoonomv, and
does not meet the approval of the House.
Referred to the Committee of Ways and
Means.
By Mr.Spaldlng (Ohio), directing the Re
construction Committee to inquire into the
expediency of proposing a joint resolution
declaratory of the purpose of Congress to"
admit the rebellious States on the ratifica
tion by them of the Constitutional Amend
ment and the establishment of a Republican
form of government
Mr. Bosa(llL)offeredaresolutioninstruet
ingthe Committeeon Banking to inquire
into the expediency of withdrawing Na
tional Bank currency, and sabstithting
greenbacks. Laid on the table—yeas 86,
nays 59. “
Mr. Harding (HI.) offered a resolution in
structing the same committee toreros a
bill prohibiting any diminution of the N i
tional legal tender currency, and to dis
courage the issue of bank bills under Na
tional and State laws. Laid on the table.
Yeas, 99; nays. 60.
The Select Committees were announced.
The House then took np the bill to fix the
time for the regular meeting of Congress.
Financial and Commercial.
[By the United Slates ami European Associated Press.!
' Bactiuobe. Bet 10,-Floer transactions small both
for shipment and ho me consumption, but good brands
are hele with more firmness without change In prices.
■Wheat firm. g"»d to prime red at J 2 £S@K go; ordinary
to very fine rtd, 12 o(v,Ef2 75; prime and choice white.
13 0;@I3 12: lair to good white. 12 SW3U. Sew com
mon tblpplng order ranges from 90@94c.; damp and.
inferior to very fair. 65<a»5. Oats closed steady at 53@
55 per weight. Bye dull attl csrd.fl 10. Provision
are almcst at a stand still, nrices rery
nncettled. Me>» Pork at - 121 W@22. Bacon—
Shoulders 12(®13r-: sides, 12X@l3Xc: new sugar cured
hems 2oc;nobu]k meat offering,and nothing doing,
rrgars and molasses, small sales. Good and prime
Bio coffee, from second ham's, at l«@lBJJc in gold.
Korlh Carolina rice at HfiflXc. No transactions of
importenre in co'ton. and prime »t«te as last Quota
tion'. Whisky light; city at $2 37<§2 38, and Wes'erh
«J6@2 27 Ponltry-r'ceipts erceed the demand;
turkeys at 2f.@22; chickens 14@16C. Dressed hogs—
better inquiry; sales at 9@tM;c.
cm BuiLrrra.
Telegraphic Removal,— The office of
the Insulated Telegraph Company has been
removed from No. 335 Chestnut street to
No. 45 South Third street. The lines of this
company are being rapidly extended
throughout the country.
Bales at Philadelphia staeh Board.
SALES AFTJEK FIBBT BOABD,
liocoCity Ssmun CiP 99X1 Wshßeadß trf S 5
Fiiteburgh 53 Toff 7W) sh do 2ds 5194-100
120 sh Pennaß MX 200 sh do slo 54X
2tOsh do | MX loosh do aCO 54V
20 Bh Nor Central 48 loosh do 5494-100
6ah lstNat’lßk 140 loosh do saint ss
CO sh Bch Nav pf 33% 100 sh do 85 65
SECOND BOARD.
1300 City 6a new c*p 99X 138 sh Penna B MX
20 ah Catawa pi 28X 100 sh do six
400 sh Sch Nav prf - 835£ ssh Commercialbk as
600 ah Scb Nav sik 25 100 sh Hestonv’e B 14X
50 sh 13*h * 15th ftt B v>Jfl
fr-s* FIRST "JATJONaL BANK OF PHILADEEr
PHIA,PsrLADEiPHiA,Dec.6,IS:S,
The a DDnal Section for Directors of t bis Bank wIQ
be held on TU&BDA.T, the Bth of January 1557, be
tween the hours of 10 a. M. and 2 o'clock P. M.
MORTON McMTCHABT,, J*.,
Cashier.
pBOWN BRAND LAYER RAISING-Wholes
\j halves, aztd quarter boxes of this splendid fruit,
laudlEgand for sale by JOS, B. BUSSIER & 00..103
South Delaware avenue.
MEW PECANS.—IO bbls new crop Texas Pecans.
landing, ex steamship star of the Union, and for
sale by J.B. BUSSIER & CO.ICB South Delaware
avenue
nOPPEB ANB YELLOW METAL BHEATHZN6
w Brasler’sCopper. Nalls, Bolts Mfl Xnco Ooppert
aonstantly on hand and for sals tor HENRY wibbov
a'OO. S 2» Whine)
/"IARACAS COCOA.—IS 4 Bass Caracas Cocoa in
Witorft and for sale by JOHN DALLETT & CO..
12s Walnut street.
W* W TURKEY PRUNES, CURRANT*, &a-
New Turkey Prunes, qua'lty very fine; New Crop
Currants, Orange and Lemon Peel, New Malaga Le
mons. landing &Dd for sale by JOS. B. BUSSIER A
CO., ICd South Delaware avenne.
IMPERIAL PRUNES.—IO Cases 71b, Canisters, high
grade, French Imperial Prunes, landing: and fot
tale by JOS. B. BUSSIER A CO.. 108 South 'Delawar#
avenne
APPLES,— 76 barrels Belle Fleurs, and other choloe
varieties, just arrived and for sale by J. B. BUS*
SIEB A CO.. 108 South Delaware avenne.
a LMKKtA obapesa—loo xegs of ih«a,ipiendlt
JSL whitegrapes3n line order landing and for sale hr
JOB.W TJTfttofTrHAnn imoantirminwini«vm»
IN TBB COURT OF COMMON PLEAS FOR THE
CITY AND COUNTY OF PHILADELPHIA.
In the matter of the petition of JOHN GILFILLEN,
praying the Court to order satb taction of a mortgage
made by JAMES MORAN ioOONYNGHAM: COL
HOUN, dated 9th March A. D 1829, recorded In Mort
gage Book G. W. R.,No, 14, page of all that lot of
ground and premises situate on the east slde of Fif
teenth street, in tbe said city, at the distance of 167 feet
io>a inches north ofßacestreet, containing in front 16
feeti Inch,and indtptb 65feet.
' Be it remembered, that on the2oth day of October. A.
D r 1866. the said Court, on motion of OHAS. R. LEX,
Feq., ordered theSberifTto give notice in the frail In •
UlUgencer once a week, for four weeks, and m one
daily newspaper published in the said city, requiring
thesaidCONYNGBAM OOLHOUN, or bis legal r£
prcsentatlves to appear in Bald Court on SATURD 4Y.
December 28th. A. D. 1866. at 10 o’clock, A. M., to show
cause why the prayer of the said petitioner should not
be granted. Certified by T. O WEBB,
lfde4-tP 4t{ Pro Prothonotary.
WHP BEAS. LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
upon tbe Estate of GEORGE mMiTH, gentle*
man.late of Philadelphia; have been granted to the
eobfcribers, ay personß indebted to the said ea ate are
r- quested to 'make immediate payment, and th we
having claims or demands sgalnn the same will make
known the same without delay to GEO.-F. LEWIS, 83
8. Third street; GEO. L. KELLER, 127 S. Sixteenth
street. no2i-wet®
TJONiyS BWSTQN BIBCUIT.-Bond's Boston Butts,
S> and Milk Kacnlt, landing from steamer Norman
and for sale by JOS. B. BUSIER * CO. Aganta for
Sondi 108 Qciuh Delaware avenus
FOURTH EDITION.
BY TELEGRAPH.
FROM CANADA.
THE FENIAN EXCITEMENT.
LATEST CABLE NEWS.
From Canada.
■ [By the United States Associated Press.]
Montreal, Dec. 10.—The Cabinet held a
protracted sitting on Thursday, bat noth
ing definite has transpired in regard to its
proceedings.
Sir John Michel will be sworn in as ad
ministrator, to-morrow.
There is no donbt that John H. Surratt,
implicated in the Lincoln 'assassination
affair,was concealed in this city for months.
No amount of money would induce his
protectors to give information regarding
him.
CBy the United States Associated Press, 1 '
Tokomto, Deo. 10.—At a meeting of the
Huron and Ontario Ship Canal Company,
on Saturday, a resolution was adopted!
that a complimentary dinner be given to
the deputation from Chicago and Milwatr
kie; and that a reception commutes bs ap
pointed to meet them on their arrival, and a
dinner be given them at the Queen’s Hotd
on Wednesday. 1
The storm which occurred here on Satur
day was one of the most severe that has
taken place for years. The schooner Rapid
was driven ashore on the island opposite
this city, and for some time was ia a had
condition, and must speedily have gone -bo
pieces had not the gunboat Huron sent a
lifeboat and crew to her assistance. Another
vessel lying at the Queen’s wharf was
almost daahed to pieces against the pier,
before safely placed.
Tbe Fenian Excitement.
ITo the United States Associated Press.]
Ottawa, Dec. 10.—Wild and absurd re
ports are circulating here with reference to
large Fenian arrivals at ports in Canada.
No danger is apprehended in this city,
however, and but little confidence is placed
in the reports.
It is reported that Hon. Mr. MoDongall’s
Residence was attempted to be entered on
Sunday by a person dressed in the garb of
a soldier. What his obf set or purpose was,
is not yet ascertained. He is believed to be
a Fenian.
. latest News by tbe Cable.
ITo the U. 8. and European Associated Press.]
London, Dec. 10.—The following are the
latest quotations:
Five-Twenties, 71.
Erie Railroad is i higher. :
Illinois Central, ditto. ■
' Liverpool, ‘ Dec. 10.—Cotton—Sales of
13,000 bales at 14d. for Middlings.
[By the New York Associated Press.]
London, Dec. 10.— U. S. 5-20 s, before offi
cial hours to-day, were quoted at 7L
Liverpool, Dec. 10.—The cotton market
opens steady and firm, with a very general
inquiry. The sales will probably reach
12,000 bales. Middling gulf cotton,l4J@l4td-
North Carolina.
[By the U. S. Associated Press.]
Raleigh, N. C., Deo. 10.—Gov. Worth is
in correspondence with the President, rela
tive to General Sickles’s order prohibiting
corporeal punishment by the Courts of
North Carolina, and not Governor Holden, 5
as was erroneously stated.
The object of Mr. Holden’s visit to Wash
ington is unknown.
Numerous measures for the relief of the
people are pending in Legislature. The
sentiment of the body is decidedly adverse
to repudiation.
The interest on the State debt is to be
funded at present the condition of the peo
ple precluding its immediate payment,
A resolution asserting the loyalty of the
State an d deny ing the alleged persecution of
Union men was passed by the Commons by
a large vote.
A strong feeling in favor of completing
the work of internal improvement is mani
fested.
Sleighing at Buffalo.
|To New York Associated Press.]
Buffalo, Dec. 10.—A heavy snow fell
here yesterday, and our citizens are enjoy
ing, the first sleighing of the season to-day.
The weather is cold, the thermometer being
16 degrees below zero.
New York Bank Statement.
[1 o (he N. Y.Asscciated Press.]
New York Dec. 10.—The Bank statement (bribe
week ending on Saturday, show.:
A decrease of Iran..,: P.391.W1
A decrease of sp. tie ....... 574,957
A decrease of circulation 400,800
A cecrease of Legal Tenders 538 600
Latest Financial Intelligence.
[Tothe F.Y. AsscClated Press.]
New York. Dec 10 —stock, at >he Second Board
were very strong. Gold, 137% N.w York On.ral,
lll@lll% Erie, 72% Beading, noli; Michigan South
ern, 160% Pittsburgh a Cleveland, 86% Bock bland
and Ctilca.o, 104% Northwestern, 63% Loans are
easy ana are active at 5 and 6 per cent; Dlsoatmts
dull; Governments drooping, except Seven-thlrt'ea
and Ten.lcrtles, for both of which there is a moderate
demand. The Clearing honse statement is not so fa
vorable as baa been wished.
[By the U. 8. and European Associated Press.]
Stocks are better. Money on call at 7 per cant.
Sterling Exchange doll at 10911; Rock Island. 103% Pa
clficllatl, 173% N.iY. Central, 110% Eriepl % Hudson,
121; N. York and New Haven, 119; Reading, 110; Cleve
land AFi'lshnrgh 55?,'; Northw- 3' era,.Vi: im. PrM. 71'.;
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy, ISO; Milwaukee
and St. Paul nreterred, 68% Toledo. Waoaah and
Western, 4-% Marietta and dnclnnaU preferred, 33;
Terra Haute, 58; Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne a d Chicago,
1063.: Milwaukee and Prairie da Chian, first preferred,
98: Western Union Teleerapn, 46% Quicksilver, 44%
Maritosa Preferred, 31% American Exn»e s, 60;
Ad- ms IxD’ess. 72% United S'ateß Express, 78: Cum
herl.rd, 69% Gold opened and closed, 137% Ohio and
Mississippi cert'-,29; Missouri 6’s, 91; Adamic Ma 11,192;
Boetnn water Potor, SO: Michigan Southern, loa%
Hlluois Certral Scrip, 118; Es, 74; Coupons. 1 3% 6..1851,
Coupons, 112*5; 6-268. coupons. 1862. 107% s-20s. 1864,
10*36; 5-rfs cocoons, 1865 10*% 6-20 s; coupons, 1865, new
tone 108% 104C8. ccupons loo;Trea ury 7 3-lOs, 10636;
oennessee 6r, 6936; Virginia 6a, 60; North Carolina 6s,
new, 5436.
r»w Yobk. Dec. 10—Cotton dull at 33@35. Flour
lower, |.i@sie: • sales 4 9CO bbls state at
V 40@$ll 60; Western. $7 40@tlo 40; Ohle.tll 05®}12 85;
southern, (10 75@|16 Wheat dull. Barley dull. Corn
l@2cts. birher, sales 20,0f0 bushels, mixed Western at
t lf@tl IS Oats 1 cent better. Park lower, sales of
500 barrels new mess at (20 75 Lard firm. Sales of
toobarrels at 1) 16(31236c. Whisk-, quiet.
Buffalo, Dec. io.— Bjesdstuflb quiet. Flour. No 1
Soring, quoted at (10 75@11; Western baker, »u so®
12 60; Amber Winter, (13 50@14: White, (14@15 so.
Wheat is Inactive: No, 2 MllwaukeeSrring at *2 io@
2 17;N0.3,|2@2 05. Corn dull atfl. Old mixed Oata
dun at coc. Dressed hogs dull at J7>6@B% live hogs.
(SK@s%
FOB BALE,
A very handsome
CLOSE COACH,
Made by WATTBQN, and but little used.
dt7 3t»p* Addreea Box 1708, P. o.
fIOTTON ANB LINEN BAIL DUCK of every width
\J from oneto six feet wide, all numbers. Tent and
AwnlngDuck.Papermakerafeltln^BaUTwtnejAO.
■- ~ mirniM'aAiiaf .
rjELAITR, TiPIOOA AND SAGO-Cox*ScpV*
w Selatln.Ko Tapioca and East India Fear]/ lag
landing and for sale by J. B, BTraaiEß A OQ/.-oS*?
Delaware Avenne ■ - «
3:30 O’Olook.