7 MAY 1836, Page 9

SCOTLAND.

In consequence of the general advance in the value of labour through- out the country, and the increased demand for goods, the operative carpet-weavers throughout Scotland have, we understand, petitioned their employers for a considerable advance in their wages. The ma- nufacturers in Glasgow, and several others, have very promptly acceded to the prayer of their workmen ; and it is expected that the employers generally throughout the country will adopt a similar course.—Glasgow Argus.

Councillor Russell's share of the Edinburgh Annuity tax is paid, and he has been liberated. Mr. Chapman has got out of gaol on a sick bilk—Courier.